Headline,Date,Related Field,News Description,combined_text,sentiment,sentiment_score
Sri Lanka needs energy transition law so private sector can come in: President,5/30/2024,Energy,"Enhance institutional capacity, regulatory framework for renewable energy procurement to attract private sector","Sri Lanka needs energy transition law so private sector can come in: President Enhance institutional capacity, regulatory framework for renewable energy procurement to attract private sector",positive,0.989331365
Singapore team to help improve Sri Lanka immigration system,5/30/2024,Economy,"Will facilitate Sri Lanka's efforts to modernize and improve processes related to immigration, visa issuance","Singapore team to help improve Sri Lanka immigration system Will facilitate Sri Lanka's efforts to modernize and improve processes related to immigration, visa issuance",positive,0.998266816
Sri Lanka tourists to get 60-day visa free entry to Thailand,5/30/2024,International Relations,The visa will also allow foreign students of higher education to stay for one year after graduation and work,Sri Lanka tourists to get 60-day visa free entry to Thailand The visa will also allow foreign students of higher education to stay for one year after graduation and work,positive,0.985062718
Reyaz Mihular chairman of Sri Lanka's Watawala Plantations,5/30/2024,Agriculture,"Mihular, a chartered accountant, appointed chairman, succeeding Sunil G Wijesinha who held the position for 12 years","Reyaz Mihular chairman of Sri Lanka's Watawala Plantations Mihular, a chartered accountant, appointed chairman, succeeding Sunil G Wijesinha who held the position for 12 years",positive,0.996048868
Sri Lanka rupee opens lower at 301.60/75 to US dollar,5/30/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were steady.,Sri Lanka rupee opens lower at 301.60/75 to US dollar Bond yields were steady.,positive,0.981013715
Sri Lanka monetary policy is not to promote growth: CB Governor,5/30/2024,Economy,The objective of monetary policy is to stabilize and facilitate for the country to achieve potential growth,Sri Lanka monetary policy is not to promote growth: CB Governor The objective of monetary policy is to stabilize and facilitate for the country to achieve potential growth,negative,-0.973281503
"Fearing legal action globally, Sri Lanka parliament calls to review UN’s evidence gathering",5/30/2024,Human Rights,Right groups say Sri Lanka is likely face another resolution in the next UNHRC session ,"Fearing legal action globally, Sri Lanka parliament calls to review UN’s evidence gathering Right groups say Sri Lanka is likely face another resolution in the next UNHRC session ",negative,-0.994050086
"Iraq official invites Sri Lanka investors to do business in Bagdad, Kurdistan",5/29/2024,Trade,"Through direct shipping facilities, Sri Lanka can enjoy benefits of fast and convenient trade facilitation to Europe, ME","Iraq official invites Sri Lanka investors to do business in Bagdad, Kurdistan Through direct shipping facilities, Sri Lanka can enjoy benefits of fast and convenient trade facilitation to Europe, ME",positive,0.997604847
Sri Lanka prime minister says presidential election still scheduled for 2024,5/29/2024,Politics,"""We have restored democracy since the night it was destroyed,"" he said.","Sri Lanka prime minister says presidential election still scheduled for 2024 ""We have restored democracy since the night it was destroyed,"" he said.",positive,0.989113927
Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence Plantation Managements to delist from CSE,5/29/2024,Stocks & Companies,The exit offer price is 240 rupees per share,Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence Plantation Managements to delist from CSE The exit offer price is 240 rupees per share,negative,-0.998006403
Sri Lanka rupee closes broadly flat at 301.60/302.00 to US dollar,5/29/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down.,Sri Lanka rupee closes broadly flat at 301.60/302.00 to US dollar Bond yields were down.,negative,-0.999746621
"Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields fall across maturities, 3-months 8.62-pct",5/29/2024,Bonds & Forex,All offered bills were sold,"Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields fall across maturities, 3-months 8.62-pct All offered bills were sold",negative,-0.996879935
Sri Lanka stocks close down after Commercial Bank capital call,5/29/2024,Stocks & Companies,"""There was significant selling pressure on the bank's shares which trickled to other banking stocks too,""","Sri Lanka stocks close down after Commercial Bank capital call ""There was significant selling pressure on the bank's shares which trickled to other banking stocks too,""",negative,-0.998911619
"Sri Lanka central bank gets IFC, World Bank help to focus on green finance",5/29/2024,Finance,By including inclusive green finance with an emphasis on export-oriented SMEs,"Sri Lanka central bank gets IFC, World Bank help to focus on green finance By including inclusive green finance with an emphasis on export-oriented SMEs",positive,0.979858518
Defence Ministry clearance a must for Sri Lanka ex-servicemen applying for Russia visa,5/29/2024,Defence,Sri Lankans being deployed in the Russia-Ukraine conflict,Defence Ministry clearance a must for Sri Lanka ex-servicemen applying for Russia visa Sri Lankans being deployed in the Russia-Ukraine conflict,negative,-0.553347886
Sri Lanka rubber sector collapse to worsen with wage hike order: official,5/29/2024,Trade,"""Just because our cost of production may rise, we cannot raise our sale prices, because we are not price makers""","Sri Lanka rubber sector collapse to worsen with wage hike order: official ""Just because our cost of production may rise, we cannot raise our sale prices, because we are not price makers""",negative,-0.999074101
"Permanent residence for persons of Sri Lanka descent, foreign spouses",5/29/2024,Legal,"Persons of Sri Lanka descent are those with a Sri Lankan parent, grand parent or great grand parent","Permanent residence for persons of Sri Lanka descent, foreign spouses Persons of Sri Lanka descent are those with a Sri Lankan parent, grand parent or great grand parent",positive,0.977220356
Sri Lanka new employment act will not prevent age discrimination: minister,5/29/2024,Employment,"“Ages it can be decide by the employer,” Nanayakkara said when asked about job advertisements that specify age.","Sri Lanka new employment act will not prevent age discrimination: minister “Ages it can be decide by the employer,” Nanayakkara said when asked about job advertisements that specify age.",negative,-0.972700596
Sri Lanka's Combank stock slides after capital call,5/29/2024,Banking,The bank made a capital call from shareholders of 22 billion rupees,Sri Lanka's Combank stock slides after capital call The bank made a capital call from shareholders of 22 billion rupees,negative,-0.996912241
Sri Lanka delegation to visit Moscow soon for discussions over ex-soldiers in Russia-Ukraine war,5/29/2024,Defence,Sri Lanka has officially said at least 16 local combatants have already died ,Sri Lanka delegation to visit Moscow soon for discussions over ex-soldiers in Russia-Ukraine war Sri Lanka has officially said at least 16 local combatants have already died ,negative,-0.971437216
Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 301.00/20 to US dollar,5/29/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 301.00/20 to US dollar Bond yields broadly steady.,positive,0.999365866
"Sri Lanka retail sales picking up, private credit expected to follow: CB Governor",5/29/2024,Economy,Central bank would like to see new lending rates fall,"Sri Lanka retail sales picking up, private credit expected to follow: CB Governor Central bank would like to see new lending rates fall",negative,-0.999255121
"Sri Lanka tightens governance of state banks, limits lending to SOEs",5/29/2024,Banking,Special unit to be set up at the Finance Ministry to monitor state banks,"Sri Lanka tightens governance of state banks, limits lending to SOEs Special unit to be set up at the Finance Ministry to monitor state banks",negative,-0.855357766
Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank in rights issue to raise Rs22bn,5/28/2024,Banking,1 for 5 voting at Rs85 and 1 for 5 non-voting at Rs69.,Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank in rights issue to raise Rs22bn 1 for 5 voting at Rs85 and 1 for 5 non-voting at Rs69.,negative,-0.959368765
Sri Lanka minority shareholders of Expolanka Holdings Plc challenge de-listing,5/28/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Nine minority shareholders of Expolanka Holdings PLC holding approximately 0.012% of shares , have filed appeal ","Sri Lanka minority shareholders of Expolanka Holdings Plc challenge de-listing Nine minority shareholders of Expolanka Holdings PLC holding approximately 0.012% of shares , have filed appeal ",negative,-0.979089081
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 301.70/302.30 to US dollar,5/28/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 301.70/302.30 to US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady.,positive,0.992821157
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, selling pressure on banks and bluechips",5/28/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Sampath Bank Plc which closed down at 77.80, saw the most active volumes traded in the day.","Sri Lanka stocks close down, selling pressure on banks and bluechips Sampath Bank Plc which closed down at 77.80, saw the most active volumes traded in the day.",negative,-0.963570952
Sri Lanka risks foreign retaliation over VFS visa deal,5/28/2024,Economy,SriLankan enjoy visa exemption status to Maldives and Singapore,Sri Lanka risks foreign retaliation over VFS visa deal SriLankan enjoy visa exemption status to Maldives and Singapore,negative,-0.961252689
Sri Lanka govt distances itself from UNP call for postponing elections,5/28/2024,Politics,"""Is Mr Palitha Range Bandara the government? He is the UNP secretary,"" the minister said.","Sri Lanka govt distances itself from UNP call for postponing elections ""Is Mr Palitha Range Bandara the government? He is the UNP secretary,"" the minister said.",negative,-0.994667172
"Sri Lanka Samurdhi banks, societies to be subjected to government audit",5/28/2024,Finance,Samurdhi Act to be amended to bring  microfinance activities under National Audit Office,"Sri Lanka Samurdhi banks, societies to be subjected to government audit Samurdhi Act to be amended to bring  microfinance activities under National Audit Office",negative,-0.935393393
"Sri Lanka merger of Ceylon Fertilizer, Colombo Commercial Fertilizer offers VRS scheme",5/28/2024,Agriculture,Voluntary retirement scheme to be offered to 267 employees at a cost of 844 million rupees during the amalgamation,"Sri Lanka merger of Ceylon Fertilizer, Colombo Commercial Fertilizer offers VRS scheme Voluntary retirement scheme to be offered to 267 employees at a cost of 844 million rupees during the amalgamation",negative,-0.987515092
Sri Lanka president's UNP proposes postponing elections by two years,5/28/2024,Politics,Bandara said postponing the two elections would not be undemocratic,Sri Lanka president's UNP proposes postponing elections by two years Bandara said postponing the two elections would not be undemocratic,positive,0.988572836
Sri Lanka reforms have started to yield positive outcomes: State minister,5/28/2024,Economic Crisis,"""The Sri Lankan rupee has appreciated by approximately 8 % against the US dollar so far in 2024.""","Sri Lanka reforms have started to yield positive outcomes: State minister ""The Sri Lankan rupee has appreciated by approximately 8 % against the US dollar so far in 2024.""",positive,0.99910295
Sri Lanka's WindForce Plc rated 'BBB+(lka) with stable outlook: Fitch,5/28/2024,Stocks & Companies,"""The rating reflects WindForce's large exposure to Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB, BB+(1ka)/Stable) as the key offtaker.""","Sri Lanka's WindForce Plc rated 'BBB+(lka) with stable outlook: Fitch ""The rating reflects WindForce's large exposure to Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB, BB+(1ka)/Stable) as the key offtaker.""",negative,-0.837305009
Sri Lanka rupee opens broadly stable at 300.50/90 to US dollar,5/28/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were steady.,Sri Lanka rupee opens broadly stable at 300.50/90 to US dollar Bond yields were steady.,positive,0.99817884
Sri Lanka keeps policy rates unchanged,5/28/2024,Economy,.,Sri Lanka keeps policy rates unchanged .,positive,0.99248004
Sri Lanka plantations say state 'arbitrary' wage order will de-stabilize tea sector,5/28/2024,Agriculture,Plantations say cost increase Rs35bn a year from mandated wages,Sri Lanka plantations say state 'arbitrary' wage order will de-stabilize tea sector Plantations say cost increase Rs35bn a year from mandated wages,negative,-0.99814415
Elon Musk to visit Sri Lanka at the end of this year: Ruwan Wijewardene,5/28/2024,Sci-Tech,"""This would open the door to more billionaires coming into the country""","Elon Musk to visit Sri Lanka at the end of this year: Ruwan Wijewardene ""This would open the door to more billionaires coming into the country""",positive,0.998985708
Sri Lanka govt to take over tea estates that don't increase worker wages,5/27/2024,Agriculture,"Separate discussions have been held with estate owners and labour unions, he said.","Sri Lanka govt to take over tea estates that don't increase worker wages Separate discussions have been held with estate owners and labour unions, he said.",negative,-0.975655377
Sri Lanka's Ceylinco Insurance changes name,5/27/2024,Insurance,"The company offers insurance, education, hydropower, healthcare and financial services.","Sri Lanka's Ceylinco Insurance changes name The company offers insurance, education, hydropower, healthcare and financial services.",positive,0.928646445
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 300.50/70 to US dollar,5/27/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were slightly up.,Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 300.50/70 to US dollar Bond yields were slightly up.,negative,-0.979252398
Sri Lanka stocks close down ahead of monetary policy announcement,5/27/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was low at 494 million.,Sri Lanka stocks close down ahead of monetary policy announcement Turnover was low at 494 million.,negative,-0.999236584
"Sri Lanka EDB, collaborators to pick 10 pioneering brands for capacity building",5/27/2024,Trade,"10 pioneering Sri Lankan brands will be selected to showcase nation's dedication to sustainability, ethical practices","Sri Lanka EDB, collaborators to pick 10 pioneering brands for capacity building 10 pioneering Sri Lankan brands will be selected to showcase nation's dedication to sustainability, ethical practices",positive,0.99972111
Sri Lanka fishermen urged not to go to sea due to cyclone Remal,5/27/2024,Weather and Climate,"Naval, fishing communities advised not to venture into sea marked in red on the map until further notice","Sri Lanka fishermen urged not to go to sea due to cyclone Remal Naval, fishing communities advised not to venture into sea marked in red on the map until further notice",negative,-0.990209579
"IORA Biz Conclave in Sri Lanka to focus on Blue Economy, SMEs",5/27/2024,Business,Innovative financial approaches and private sector leadership are essential for a sustainable future,"IORA Biz Conclave in Sri Lanka to focus on Blue Economy, SMEs Innovative financial approaches and private sector leadership are essential for a sustainable future",positive,0.998230636
Sri Lanka may run out hotel rooms for high-end tourists: Official,5/27/2024,Tourism,"""High-end hotels which are charging over 250-300 dollars a night are having very high occupancy at very high rates""","Sri Lanka may run out hotel rooms for high-end tourists: Official ""High-end hotels which are charging over 250-300 dollars a night are having very high occupancy at very high rates""",negative,-0.995826781
Opposition claims Sri Lanka ruling party wants early parliamentary polls to prevent wipe-out,5/27/2024,Politics,"""I think President Wickremesinghewill himself reveal his plans next week or one of these days,"" said Fernando.","Opposition claims Sri Lanka ruling party wants early parliamentary polls to prevent wipe-out ""I think President Wickremesinghewill himself reveal his plans next week or one of these days,"" said Fernando.",negative,-0.994076371
"Sri Lanka's Dilith, Wimal, Gammanpila, Jayasumana launch new political formation",5/27/2024,Politics,Leaders or representatives of all parties signed an agreement at Monday's event.,"Sri Lanka's Dilith, Wimal, Gammanpila, Jayasumana launch new political formation Leaders or representatives of all parties signed an agreement at Monday's event.",positive,0.996749043
Sri Lanka Hayleys subsidiary Unisyst Engineering Plc delists from CSE,5/27/2024,Stocks & Companies,Exit offer of Sri Lanka rupees six (LKR 6) per share,Sri Lanka Hayleys subsidiary Unisyst Engineering Plc delists from CSE Exit offer of Sri Lanka rupees six (LKR 6) per share,negative,-0.997874379
Sri Lanka rupee opens broadly stable at 300.15/50 to US dollar,5/27/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down,Sri Lanka rupee opens broadly stable at 300.15/50 to US dollar Bond yields were down,negative,-0.998883903
"Sri Lanka shares, bank balances, land, vehicle owners tracked by Inland Revenue from July 01",5/27/2024,Economy,"Information not to be used retrospectively, Minister says","Sri Lanka shares, bank balances, land, vehicle owners tracked by Inland Revenue from July 01 Information not to be used retrospectively, Minister says",negative,-0.986578763
"Strong winds switch off 467,500 Sri Lanka electricity customers",5/26/2024,Energy,"By May 26 afternoon, power has been restored to about 425,000 customers.","Strong winds switch off 467,500 Sri Lanka electricity customers By May 26 afternoon, power has been restored to about 425,000 customers.",positive,0.938966036
Sri Lanka hotelier wants rupee to be unit of account to enable external trade,5/26/2024,Economy,"That is also more important, because the exchange rate will create price stability","Sri Lanka hotelier wants rupee to be unit of account to enable external trade That is also more important, because the exchange rate will create price stability",negative,-0.967180848
Sri Lanka tea production down 15-pct in April over scorching sun,5/26/2024,Business,Medium growns fell from 4.51 to 3.55 and low growns fell to 13.32 from 14.92 million kilograms,Sri Lanka tea production down 15-pct in April over scorching sun Medium growns fell from 4.51 to 3.55 and low growns fell to 13.32 from 14.92 million kilograms,negative,-0.999532938
Truth behind Sri Lanka VFS visa deal to be exposed: Harsha,5/26/2024,Business,COPF is committed to exposing the truth behind the controversial GBS/IVS tender,Truth behind Sri Lanka VFS visa deal to be exposed: Harsha COPF is committed to exposing the truth behind the controversial GBS/IVS tender,negative,-0.857007921
Call for sustainability in the Bay of Bengal,5/26/2024,Environment,Bay of Bengal's coastline is home to nearly 1.4 billion people.  ,Call for sustainability in the Bay of Bengal Bay of Bengal's coastline is home to nearly 1.4 billion people.  ,positive,0.998648703
Sri Lanka power outages from falling trees worsened by unfilled vacancies: CEB union,5/25/2024,Energy,"Despite electricity being declared an essential service, vacancies have not been filled, the union charged","Sri Lanka power outages from falling trees worsened by unfilled vacancies: CEB union Despite electricity being declared an essential service, vacancies have not been filled, the union charged",negative,-0.997332573
Melco's Nuwa hotel to open in Sri Lanka in mid-2025,5/25/2024,Business,".The group's integrated resort is being re-branded City of Dreams', a brand of Melco","Melco's Nuwa hotel to open in Sri Lanka in mid-2025 .The group's integrated resort is being re-branded City of Dreams', a brand of Melco",negative,-0.88314271
Sri Lanka to find investors by 'competitive system' after revoking plantations privatizations,5/24/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka privatized of 22 plantations companies in the 1990s through long term leases,Sri Lanka to find investors by 'competitive system' after revoking plantations privatizations Sri Lanka privatized of 22 plantations companies in the 1990s through long term leases,negative,-0.943641007
"300 out of 1,200 Sri Lanka central bank staff works on EPF: CB Governor",5/24/2024,Fiscal,The EPF had come under fire in the past over questionable investments in stocks and also bonds.,"300 out of 1,200 Sri Lanka central bank staff works on EPF: CB Governor The EPF had come under fire in the past over questionable investments in stocks and also bonds.",negative,-0.993961632
Desperate Sri Lankans seek risky foreign jobs amid tough IMF reforms,5/24/2024,Economic Crisis,"Around 700,000 Sri Lankans have left the country for foreign jobs legally in 27 months through March 2024 ","Desperate Sri Lankans seek risky foreign jobs amid tough IMF reforms Around 700,000 Sri Lankans have left the country for foreign jobs legally in 27 months through March 2024 ",negative,-0.992285371
Sri Lanka state interference in plantation wages escalates into land grab threat,5/24/2024,Agriculture,Committee to examine whether the companies can pay the salary or not,Sri Lanka state interference in plantation wages escalates into land grab threat Committee to examine whether the companies can pay the salary or not,negative,-0.996253252
Sri Lanka CHEC Port City project completion date extended,5/23/2024,Business,"Period of implementation of the Project will be extended to June 5, 2027 with the signing of a supplementary agreement ","Sri Lanka CHEC Port City project completion date extended Period of implementation of the Project will be extended to June 5, 2027 with the signing of a supplementary agreement ",positive,0.922308922
Sri Lanka eyes private battery systems to counter renewable power instability,5/23/2024,Energy,The batteries are planned for 2024-2030 period,Sri Lanka eyes private battery systems to counter renewable power instability The batteries are planned for 2024-2030 period,negative,-0.873453557
Sri Lanka plans golf course in Chilaw,5/23/2024,Business,Iranawila and Chilaw will be developed as a tourism hub,Sri Lanka plans golf course in Chilaw Iranawila and Chilaw will be developed as a tourism hub,positive,0.991957664
Japan to provide HR scholarships to Sri Lanka public officials,5/23/2024,Government services,Japanese assistance for human resource development training for senior public officials,Japan to provide HR scholarships to Sri Lanka public officials Japanese assistance for human resource development training for senior public officials,positive,0.860427916
"Sri Lanka plans to expand Bingiriya export zone to 1,100 acres",5/23/2024,Business,More than 600 acres would be acquired,"Sri Lanka plans to expand Bingiriya export zone to 1,100 acres More than 600 acres would be acquired",negative,-0.869937778
Sri Lanka has power breakdowns amidst extreme weather,5/23/2024,Accidents,"36,900 breakdowns resulting in power interruptions to more than 300,000 consumers in the last three days due to weather","Sri Lanka has power breakdowns amidst extreme weather 36,900 breakdowns resulting in power interruptions to more than 300,000 consumers in the last three days due to weather",negative,-0.997532725
"Sri Lanka President calls for unity, sacrificing for a better tomorrow on Vesak day",5/23/2024,Culture,"We must remember the advice of Lord Buddha, “Sabbattha Sammanaso,” to treat everyone equally","Sri Lanka President calls for unity, sacrificing for a better tomorrow on Vesak day We must remember the advice of Lord Buddha, “Sabbattha Sammanaso,” to treat everyone equally",positive,0.994170487
"Sri Lanka to host foreign artistes, Sigiriya fashion show to promote tourism",5/23/2024,Business,We will be hosting a few international artists in July to August,"Sri Lanka to host foreign artistes, Sigiriya fashion show to promote tourism We will be hosting a few international artists in July to August",positive,0.998271108
Sri Lanka opposition drops bombshell on Mannar wind power tender,5/22/2024,Energy,Sustainable Energy Authority blocked low price financial bids from being opened?,Sri Lanka opposition drops bombshell on Mannar wind power tender Sustainable Energy Authority blocked low price financial bids from being opened?,negative,-0.9954952
Ravi Jayasekera to continue as acting chief executive officer for Hemas,5/22/2024,People,"""The Board of Directors continues the search for a successor for the position of CEO""","Ravi Jayasekera to continue as acting chief executive officer for Hemas ""The Board of Directors continues the search for a successor for the position of CEO""",positive,0.995514452
"Sri Lanka to offer military tactics education to armed forces, retirees, civilians: President",5/22/2024,Defence,"""By 2030, we must be prepared to address emerging national security challenges.""","Sri Lanka to offer military tactics education to armed forces, retirees, civilians: President ""By 2030, we must be prepared to address emerging national security challenges.""",positive,0.975573361
"Govts, oppositions, religions, media have failed Sri Lanka's war victims: Amnesty chief",5/22/2024,Politics,"“The elections slated in the coming months will also have a major impact on the future of Sri Lanka.""","Govts, oppositions, religions, media have failed Sri Lanka's war victims: Amnesty chief “The elections slated in the coming months will also have a major impact on the future of Sri Lanka.""",negative,-0.598441064
75 pct of 436 adults surveyed say Sri Lanka headed in wrong direction,5/22/2024,Uncategorized,Three percent said it was on the right track.,75 pct of 436 adults surveyed say Sri Lanka headed in wrong direction Three percent said it was on the right track.,negative,-0.993856132
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices soar 10-pct,5/22/2024,Agriculture,Coconut prices have risen 12.9 percent over the past three weeks,Sri Lanka coconut auction prices soar 10-pct Coconut prices have risen 12.9 percent over the past three weeks,positive,0.90381521
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 300.10/30 to US dollar,5/22/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 300.10/30 to US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady.,positive,0.996276915
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, interest in banks and bluechips return",5/22/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was 1.4 billion. ,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, interest in banks and bluechips return Turnover was 1.4 billion. ",negative,-0.886167705
Sri Lanka agriculture minister asks for potato import tax as people skip meals,5/22/2024,Agriculture,"""The prices are up because or production costs are high. That's why we can't compete with imports.""","Sri Lanka agriculture minister asks for potato import tax as people skip meals ""The prices are up because or production costs are high. That's why we can't compete with imports.""",negative,-0.994729638
Sri Lanka to resume Suraksha student insurance,5/22/2024,Education,"Coverage across all types of schools, for students from low-income families earning less than 180,000 rupees annually","Sri Lanka to resume Suraksha student insurance Coverage across all types of schools, for students from low-income families earning less than 180,000 rupees annually",negative,-0.973421633
"Sri Lanka opposition leader asks for jobs for unemployed graduates, more salaries",5/22/2024,Economy,There was no information on how much more tax payer funds are needed to pay for additional state workers.,"Sri Lanka opposition leader asks for jobs for unemployed graduates, more salaries There was no information on how much more tax payer funds are needed to pay for additional state workers.",negative,-0.999372542
Sri Lanka parliament observes one minute silence for late Iran President Raisi,5/22/2024,Political News,A helicopter carrying President Raisi crashed into a hillside as he was returning from opening a dam,Sri Lanka parliament observes one minute silence for late Iran President Raisi A helicopter carrying President Raisi crashed into a hillside as he was returning from opening a dam,negative,-0.996308267
Sri Lanka rupee opens broadly stable at 299.70/80 to US dollar,5/22/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down.,Sri Lanka rupee opens broadly stable at 299.70/80 to US dollar Bond yields were down.,negative,-0.998415232
"Sri Lanka financial literacy to combat fraud, cut indebtedness: CB Governor",5/22/2024,Banking,Financially literate persons will make better savings and investment decisions,"Sri Lanka financial literacy to combat fraud, cut indebtedness: CB Governor Financially literate persons will make better savings and investment decisions",negative,-0.972364187
"Sri Lanka's Cinnamon Life begins marketing, accepts bookings",5/22/2024,Business,Cinnamon Life hotel commenced accepting bookings for stays and banqueting functions,"Sri Lanka's Cinnamon Life begins marketing, accepts bookings Cinnamon Life hotel commenced accepting bookings for stays and banqueting functions",negative,-0.755285621
Sri Lanka's JKH net up 123-pct in Dec quarter amid lower inflation,5/22/2024,Markets,.,Sri Lanka's JKH net up 123-pct in Dec quarter amid lower inflation .,negative,-0.968339741
"UN Report urges global justice, sanctions for Sri Lanka's disappeared victims",5/21/2024,Human Rights,"Sri Lanka Foreign Ministry says the OHCHR report is unwarranted, preposterous","UN Report urges global justice, sanctions for Sri Lanka's disappeared victims Sri Lanka Foreign Ministry says the OHCHR report is unwarranted, preposterous",negative,-0.997494936
"Sri Lanka goods exports down 4.1-pct in April, services up 19-pct",5/21/2024,Trade,"Sri Lanka's merchandise exports fell 4.1 percent from a year ago to 813.81 million dollars in April 2024, ","Sri Lanka goods exports down 4.1-pct in April, services up 19-pct Sri Lanka's merchandise exports fell 4.1 percent from a year ago to 813.81 million dollars in April 2024, ",negative,-0.99889636
Sri Lanka chamber calls on political parties to support SOE reforms,5/21/2024,Economic Crisis,Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has all political parties to support the continuity of SOE reform,Sri Lanka chamber calls on political parties to support SOE reforms Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has all political parties to support the continuity of SOE reform,positive,0.988797247
Sri Lanka rupee closes slightly stronger at 299.80/95 to US dollar,5/21/2024,Stocks & Companies,Bond yields were down.,Sri Lanka rupee closes slightly stronger at 299.80/95 to US dollar Bond yields were down.,negative,-0.999069512
VFS Global hires GB Srithar as head of Tourism Services,5/21/2024,People,"“His expertise positions him to lead our efforts with our client governments to promote travel, trade, and tourism""","VFS Global hires GB Srithar as head of Tourism Services “His expertise positions him to lead our efforts with our client governments to promote travel, trade, and tourism""",positive,0.999014854
"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields down, 3-months 8.76-pct",5/21/2024,Bonds & Forex,Treasuries yields down across maturities,"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields down, 3-months 8.76-pct Treasuries yields down across maturities",negative,-0.997015595
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, John Keells sees interest",5/21/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was 1.3 billion. Capital goods brought in most of this.,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, John Keells sees interest Turnover was 1.3 billion. Capital goods brought in most of this.",positive,0.653105855
Sri Lanka's progressive NPP claims credit for mobilising support for war,5/21/2024,Politics,Lal Kantha was addressing a group of military veterans at an event in Ratnapura.,Sri Lanka's progressive NPP claims credit for mobilising support for war Lal Kantha was addressing a group of military veterans at an event in Ratnapura.,positive,0.590313017
Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon to divest subsidiary BOC Travels,5/21/2024,Banking,BoC to divest 100 percent of its shareholding in its subsidiary B O C Travels (Private) Limited ,Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon to divest subsidiary BOC Travels BoC to divest 100 percent of its shareholding in its subsidiary B O C Travels (Private) Limited ,negative,-0.997544587
"Sri Lanka Army discharges over 15,000 absentees from services after amnesty",5/21/2024,Defence,Sri Lanka has planned to reduce army cadres by more than 50% in six years through 2030,"Sri Lanka Army discharges over 15,000 absentees from services after amnesty Sri Lanka has planned to reduce army cadres by more than 50% in six years through 2030",negative,-0.991896212
Sri Lanka women borrowers trapped by ill-understood loan agreements: UN official,5/21/2024,Economic Crisis,"Women, often, were forced into signing agreements in a language they did not understand. ","Sri Lanka women borrowers trapped by ill-understood loan agreements: UN official Women, often, were forced into signing agreements in a language they did not understand. ",negative,-0.99898833
Sri Lanka rupee opens broadly stable at 299.65/85 to US dollar,5/21/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were up.,Sri Lanka rupee opens broadly stable at 299.65/85 to US dollar Bond yields were up.,positive,0.991492212
How Sri Lanka's elections are decided by macro-economists and the IMF: Bellwether,5/21/2024,Bellwether,Stabilization provide fertile grounds to elect the fringe,How Sri Lanka's elections are decided by macro-economists and the IMF: Bellwether Stabilization provide fertile grounds to elect the fringe,positive,0.976246715
Sri Lanka expects talks with bondholders 'very soon': Minister,5/21/2024,Economy,Confident and optimistic that a second round of talks will commence very soon,Sri Lanka expects talks with bondholders 'very soon': Minister Confident and optimistic that a second round of talks will commence very soon,positive,0.997925043
Sri Lanka declares May 21 as National Mourning day over Iranian President’s death,5/20/2024,International Relations,adverse weather condition has been cited as possible reason for Raisi's helicopter crash,Sri Lanka declares May 21 as National Mourning day over Iranian President’s death adverse weather condition has been cited as possible reason for Raisi's helicopter crash,negative,-0.988613844
Sri Lanka helps launch Global Blended Finance Alliance,5/20/2024,Climate Change,Global Blended Finance Alliance will mobilise both public and private capital to help nations achieve carbon neutrality,Sri Lanka helps launch Global Blended Finance Alliance Global Blended Finance Alliance will mobilise both public and private capital to help nations achieve carbon neutrality,positive,0.997501194
Sri Lanka rupee closes slightly stronger at 299.60/75 to US dollar,5/20/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were up.,Sri Lanka rupee closes slightly stronger at 299.60/75 to US dollar Bond yields were up.,negative,-0.81505096
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, bluechips hold value",5/20/2024,Stocks & Companies,"""This is mainly because the earnings that are being posted are very good.""","Sri Lanka stocks close down, bluechips hold value ""This is mainly because the earnings that are being posted are very good.""",positive,0.998945773
Michelin delegation reviews Sri Lanka rubber de-forestation compliance,5/20/2024,Trade,EU's Regulation on Deforestation Free Products (EUDR) seeks to guarantee products do not contribute to deforestation ,Michelin delegation reviews Sri Lanka rubber de-forestation compliance EU's Regulation on Deforestation Free Products (EUDR) seeks to guarantee products do not contribute to deforestation ,negative,-0.915553629
World Bank help to restructure US$800mn debt in Sri Lanka water sector,5/20/2024,Government services,Access to credit enhancement schemes that will make new water projects transparent and affordable,World Bank help to restructure US$800mn debt in Sri Lanka water sector Access to credit enhancement schemes that will make new water projects transparent and affordable,positive,0.98713547
Sri Lanka President proposes global levy to help fund climate change,5/20/2024,Weather and Climate,"10% levy on annual profits of global tax evasion assets, estimated at USD1.4tn, deposited in tax havens be charged","Sri Lanka President proposes global levy to help fund climate change 10% levy on annual profits of global tax evasion assets, estimated at USD1.4tn, deposited in tax havens be charged",negative,-0.819308341
World Bank to conduct energy transition discussion in Sri Lanka,5/20/2024,Energy,Roundtable on Advancing Energy Transition to focus on attracting investments in renewable energy sector,World Bank to conduct energy transition discussion in Sri Lanka Roundtable on Advancing Energy Transition to focus on attracting investments in renewable energy sector,positive,0.99564606
Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly stronger at 299.40/70 to US dollar,5/20/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were marginally down.,Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly stronger at 299.40/70 to US dollar Bond yields were marginally down.,negative,-0.998837888
Sri Lanka public finance law to limit primary spending at 13-pct GDP: Treasury Secy,5/20/2024,Economy,"A Fiscal Management Responsibility Act, which has been repeatedly breached in the past will be repealed","Sri Lanka public finance law to limit primary spending at 13-pct GDP: Treasury Secy A Fiscal Management Responsibility Act, which has been repeatedly breached in the past will be repealed",negative,-0.999110997
Iran President's crashed helicopter found by Turkey's Akinji drone,5/20/2024,International news,No survivors found,Iran President's crashed helicopter found by Turkey's Akinji drone No survivors found,negative,-0.995404005
Possible crash site of Iran President's helicopter helicopter probed: IRNA,5/20/2024,International news,.,Possible crash site of Iran President's helicopter helicopter probed: IRNA .,negative,-0.973209798
Sri Lanka may have to depend on India or nuclear to reach low carbon target: researcher,5/19/2024,Energy,The cost of reaching a very low carbon emission target may be around 40 billion US dollars,Sri Lanka may have to depend on India or nuclear to reach low carbon target: researcher The cost of reaching a very low carbon emission target may be around 40 billion US dollars,negative,-0.998785079
Sri Lanka President discusses Starlink with Elon Musk,5/19/2024,ICT,President Wickremesinghe has met Musk at a World Water Forum High-Level Meeting in Indonesia,Sri Lanka President discusses Starlink with Elon Musk President Wickremesinghe has met Musk at a World Water Forum High-Level Meeting in Indonesia,positive,0.991428554
"Sri Lanka's CEB March 2024 profits Rs84bn with capital gain, fx strength",5/19/2024,Energy,The rupee also appreciated in the March quarter,"Sri Lanka's CEB March 2024 profits Rs84bn with capital gain, fx strength The rupee also appreciated in the March quarter",positive,0.996796191
Sri Lanka seeks to draw youth into agri-entrepreneurship with Rs1.6bn funding,5/18/2024,Agriculture,"To attract youth to agriculture and to introduce them to new agricultural technology,","Sri Lanka seeks to draw youth into agri-entrepreneurship with Rs1.6bn funding To attract youth to agriculture and to introduce them to new agricultural technology,",positive,0.99255228
Sri Lanka Navy nabs fishermen engaged in illegal fishing,5/18/2024,Fisheries,Navy operations to combat illegal fishing with a view to supporting legal fishing activities,Sri Lanka Navy nabs fishermen engaged in illegal fishing Navy operations to combat illegal fishing with a view to supporting legal fishing activities,negative,-0.666616738
"Fifteen years after the end of the war, victims still await justice at Mullivaikkal: Amnesty",5/18/2024,Op-ed/Special Reports,"“Today’s anniversary is a grim reminder of the collective failure of the Sri Lankan authorities""","Fifteen years after the end of the war, victims still await justice at Mullivaikkal: Amnesty “Today’s anniversary is a grim reminder of the collective failure of the Sri Lankan authorities""",negative,-0.948468804
Sri Lanka suffers over $138mn foreign outflow from govt bonds in 2024 after rate cuts,5/18/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Rupee has appreciated 9.1% in first 4 month, one-year T-bill yield has fallen 336 basis points so far in 2024 ","Sri Lanka suffers over $138mn foreign outflow from govt bonds in 2024 after rate cuts Rupee has appreciated 9.1% in first 4 month, one-year T-bill yield has fallen 336 basis points so far in 2024 ",negative,-0.999549806
Sri Lanka's ‘Sancharaka Udawa’ tourist fair seeks to involve universities,5/18/2024,Tourism,"“Several universities were given free stalls to facilitate student interaction with industry professionals,” ","Sri Lanka's ‘Sancharaka Udawa’ tourist fair seeks to involve universities “Several universities were given free stalls to facilitate student interaction with industry professionals,” ",negative,-0.885615051
Sri Lanka's CEB sells LTL shares to West Coast IPP for Rs26bn,5/18/2024,Energy,Twenty-eight percent (28-pct) of share ownership,Sri Lanka's CEB sells LTL shares to West Coast IPP for Rs26bn Twenty-eight percent (28-pct) of share ownership,negative,-0.988283753
Sri Lanka mulls mandating prices for shopping bags in supermarkets,5/18/2024,Business,Supermarkets may start charging for bags,Sri Lanka mulls mandating prices for shopping bags in supermarkets Supermarkets may start charging for bags,negative,-0.995592415
"India, China interested in Sri Lanka Climate Change University; UK may also help",5/17/2024,Climate Change,Sri Lanka is pushing to establish an International Climate Change University in central town of Kotmale,"India, China interested in Sri Lanka Climate Change University; UK may also help Sri Lanka is pushing to establish an International Climate Change University in central town of Kotmale",positive,0.965461016
Supreme Global says ropes in Malaysia's MMAG for SriLankan Airlines bid,5/17/2024,General Economy,MAC will provide freighter aircraft and operational support to establish a cargo feeder network for SriLankan Airlines,Supreme Global says ropes in Malaysia's MMAG for SriLankan Airlines bid MAC will provide freighter aircraft and operational support to establish a cargo feeder network for SriLankan Airlines,negative,-0.832508981
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 299.70/80 to US dollar,5/17/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were up,Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 299.70/80 to US dollar Bond yields were up,negative,-0.639185905
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, banks steady",5/17/2024,Stocks & Companies,Dipped Products Plc saw investor interest (Rs115mn) and the share closed up at 33.50.,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, banks steady Dipped Products Plc saw investor interest (Rs115mn) and the share closed up at 33.50.",negative,-0.997086108
Sri Lanka fresh water fishermen protest floating solar plant,5/17/2024,Energy,"""We urge the authorities to consider these risks and explore alternative locations""","Sri Lanka fresh water fishermen protest floating solar plant ""We urge the authorities to consider these risks and explore alternative locations""",negative,-0.629706144
"Harsha says Sri Lanka must look to South India for growth, acknowledges president's successes",5/17/2024,Economy,"""I'm not Sajith nor Aruna. I'm Harsha.""","Harsha says Sri Lanka must look to South India for growth, acknowledges president's successes ""I'm not Sajith nor Aruna. I'm Harsha.""",negative,-0.857423782
"Sri Lanka consumers lack awareness, laws alone not enough: CAA",5/17/2024,Consumer Affairs,Consumer Affairs Authority says local buyers lack awareness compared to rest of the world,"Sri Lanka consumers lack awareness, laws alone not enough: CAA Consumer Affairs Authority says local buyers lack awareness compared to rest of the world",negative,-0.998918533
Sri Lanka state minister of finance says he received threatening phone call,5/17/2024,Politics,"""The call was taken to the ministry office,"" he said.","Sri Lanka state minister of finance says he received threatening phone call ""The call was taken to the ministry office,"" he said.",negative,-0.997612238
Sri Lanka's Bimputh Finance changes name,5/17/2024,Stocks & Companies,Decided to change the company name as Bimputh Lanka Investments PLC,Sri Lanka's Bimputh Finance changes name Decided to change the company name as Bimputh Lanka Investments PLC,negative,-0.993938565
Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 299.90/300.10 to US dollar,5/17/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were steady.,Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 299.90/300.10 to US dollar Bond yields were steady.,positive,0.996016324
"Sri Lanka sees 15,000 tri-force absentees respond to amnesty; State Minister says no extension",5/17/2024,Defence,"Around 26,000 military personnel have been absent from the services: Minister","Sri Lanka sees 15,000 tri-force absentees respond to amnesty; State Minister says no extension Around 26,000 military personnel have been absent from the services: Minister",negative,-0.997159481
"WFP, USAID support Sri Lanka focus on disaster management",5/17/2024,Weather and Climate,National level dialogue to develop and strengthen cooperation among all stakeholders involved in disaster risk reduction,"WFP, USAID support Sri Lanka focus on disaster management National level dialogue to develop and strengthen cooperation among all stakeholders involved in disaster risk reduction",positive,0.992078722
MR doubles down on anti-privatisation even as party members bat for reforms,5/16/2024,Politics,"""We do not approve of this,"" he said.","MR doubles down on anti-privatisation even as party members bat for reforms ""We do not approve of this,"" he said.",negative,-0.995790958
"US, Sri Lanka Navy discuss anti-drug trafficking measures",5/16/2024,Defence,"Collaboration on initiatives to enhance maritime domain awareness, bolstering anti-drug trafficking measures","US, Sri Lanka Navy discuss anti-drug trafficking measures Collaboration on initiatives to enhance maritime domain awareness, bolstering anti-drug trafficking measures",positive,0.991993785
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 300.70/90 to US dollar,5/16/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were up.,Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 300.70/90 to US dollar Bond yields were up.,positive,0.64269954
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, interest in JKH",5/16/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was down at 1.4 billion. This was its lowest since April 22.,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, interest in JKH Turnover was down at 1.4 billion. This was its lowest since April 22.",negative,-0.999643207
Fonterra to exit or sell down Sri Lanka unit,5/16/2024,Business,To keep ingredient and food service supply divisions,Fonterra to exit or sell down Sri Lanka unit To keep ingredient and food service supply divisions,negative,-0.998465657
"Sri Lanka to shrink Army over 50-pct by 2030, to strengthen Navy: State Defence Minister",5/16/2024,Defence,Political leaders have been reluctant to slash the size of military fearing repercussions in elections ,"Sri Lanka to shrink Army over 50-pct by 2030, to strengthen Navy: State Defence Minister Political leaders have been reluctant to slash the size of military fearing repercussions in elections ",negative,-0.844588816
Sri Lanka planning patient bill of rights: Minister,5/16/2024,Health,Medical and health staff sometimes do not listen to the patient. Ministry of Health received nearly 700 complaints,Sri Lanka planning patient bill of rights: Minister Medical and health staff sometimes do not listen to the patient. Ministry of Health received nearly 700 complaints,negative,-0.959042788
Sri Lanka will not recover for 15 years if current policies change: Semasinghe,5/16/2024,Economy,"Disingenuous statements will not count at the election, said Semasinghe.","Sri Lanka will not recover for 15 years if current policies change: Semasinghe Disingenuous statements will not count at the election, said Semasinghe.",negative,-0.997529685
Sri Lanka's Lanka Pay ties up with PhonePe to help Indian tourists,5/16/2024,Economy,.,Sri Lanka's Lanka Pay ties up with PhonePe to help Indian tourists .,negative,-0.989524961
Sri Lanka plans diplomatic mission to rescue ex-soldiers from Russia-Ukraine war,5/16/2024,Defence,We have already spoken to the Russian Ambassador regarding this,Sri Lanka plans diplomatic mission to rescue ex-soldiers from Russia-Ukraine war We have already spoken to the Russian Ambassador regarding this,positive,0.73303926
Sri Lanka's Industrial Development Boards signs deal to support MSMEs,5/16/2024,Business,"IDB launching program for the development of micro, small and medium scale entrepreneurs ","Sri Lanka's Industrial Development Boards signs deal to support MSMEs IDB launching program for the development of micro, small and medium scale entrepreneurs ",positive,0.986380398
Some individuals making claims to cause stock market downturn: President,5/16/2024,Stocks & Companies,"""When they made this type of statements the stock market will face a down turn on the following day.""","Some individuals making claims to cause stock market downturn: President ""When they made this type of statements the stock market will face a down turn on the following day.""",negative,-0.999268591
Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 301.75/302.50 to US dollar,5/16/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were up,Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 301.75/302.50 to US dollar Bond yields were up,negative,-0.554332912
Sri Lanka appoints special panel to provide state lands to military ahead of polls,5/16/2024,Defence,Sri Lankan military is highly regarded by majority for its role in winning a 26-year war against LTTE,Sri Lanka appoints special panel to provide state lands to military ahead of polls Sri Lankan military is highly regarded by majority for its role in winning a 26-year war against LTTE,positive,0.99746716
Sri Lanka adopted 75 new laws in the past two years: President,5/15/2024,Legal,"""The stability of a country depends on the rule of law. A country gains recognition only when justice is done""","Sri Lanka adopted 75 new laws in the past two years: President ""The stability of a country depends on the rule of law. A country gains recognition only when justice is done""",positive,0.783473074
Adani deal symptomatic of Sri Lanka's high costs from lack of competition: Analyst,5/15/2024,Economy,"""The fundamental problem with Sri Lanka is we have to expose this economy to market,"" ","Adani deal symptomatic of Sri Lanka's high costs from lack of competition: Analyst ""The fundamental problem with Sri Lanka is we have to expose this economy to market,"" ",negative,-0.950334787
Sri Lanka T-bill yields down across maturities,5/15/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s Treasury bill yields fell across maturities at Wednesday’s auction, data from the state debt office show...","Sri Lanka T-bill yields down across maturities Sri Lanka’s Treasury bill yields fell across maturities at Wednesday’s auction, data from the state debt office show...",negative,-0.998715281
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 302.00/40 to US dollar,5/15/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down.,Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 302.00/40 to US dollar Bond yields were down.,negative,-0.999563277
Sri Lanka govt extends military benefits for CDF ahead of polls   ,5/15/2024,Defence,"President Wickremesinghe, also the defence minister, is expected to contest in the presidency later 2024","Sri Lanka govt extends military benefits for CDF ahead of polls    President Wickremesinghe, also the defence minister, is expected to contest in the presidency later 2024",positive,0.995858848
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, selling pressure on banks",5/15/2024,Stocks & Companies,"""Market was a bit volatile today, and there was some profit-taking seen,""","Sri Lanka stocks close down, selling pressure on banks ""Market was a bit volatile today, and there was some profit-taking seen,""",negative,-0.997264266
Visiting China Garment Association members meet Sri Lanka firms,5/15/2024,Apparel,"Objective of this high-level delegation was to bolster existing trade relations, explore fresh avenues of collaboration","Visiting China Garment Association members meet Sri Lanka firms Objective of this high-level delegation was to bolster existing trade relations, explore fresh avenues of collaboration",positive,0.998815775
"Sri Lanka defence university gets almost 1,000 applicants for medical degree",5/15/2024,Education,Sri Lanka’s cabinet approved paid medical degrees at KDU on April 2024.,"Sri Lanka defence university gets almost 1,000 applicants for medical degree Sri Lanka’s cabinet approved paid medical degrees at KDU on April 2024.",positive,0.961123168
Sri Lanka economic governance forum hosted by Advocata,5/15/2024,Economy,"It will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at the Galle Face Hotel, Colombo from 8.30am onwards","Sri Lanka economic governance forum hosted by Advocata It will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at the Galle Face Hotel, Colombo from 8.30am onwards",positive,0.992601931
"Sri Lanka Freedom Party anti-Sirisena faction, New Alliance meet for talks",5/15/2024,Politics,The meeting took place in Madiwela on Tuesday May 14.,"Sri Lanka Freedom Party anti-Sirisena faction, New Alliance meet for talks The meeting took place in Madiwela on Tuesday May 14.",positive,0.887797534
"Russia envoy asked for list of Sri Lankans hired for Ukraine war, ashes of the dead",5/15/2024,Defence,"""We asked if they can repatriate the remains of the dead Sri Lankan war heroes at least""","Russia envoy asked for list of Sri Lankans hired for Ukraine war, ashes of the dead ""We asked if they can repatriate the remains of the dead Sri Lankan war heroes at least""",negative,-0.987312496
Sri Lanka to investigate those who refused government free rice: State Minister,5/15/2024,Economic Crisis,Any party fraudulently obtaining Aswesuma benefits may not have come forward to get it for fear of revealing identity,Sri Lanka to investigate those who refused government free rice: State Minister Any party fraudulently obtaining Aswesuma benefits may not have come forward to get it for fear of revealing identity,negative,-0.997635961
"Sri Lanka must modernise agriculture, reorient towards growing export markets: president",5/15/2024,Agriculture,"""They will have to be fed, and food will have to be supplied to a strong middle class in those regions.""","Sri Lanka must modernise agriculture, reorient towards growing export markets: president ""They will have to be fed, and food will have to be supplied to a strong middle class in those regions.""",negative,-0.970314205
Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court officials learn high tech system in India’s apex court,5/15/2024,Courts,"India has offered a raft of training to Sri Lankan civil servants, scholarship for students to learn in India ","Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court officials learn high tech system in India’s apex court India has offered a raft of training to Sri Lankan civil servants, scholarship for students to learn in India ",positive,0.994133651
"Families complain about 280 Sri Lankans in Russia-Ukraine war, 16 confirmed dead",5/15/2024,Defence,So far 16 persons have been confirmed dead,"Families complain about 280 Sri Lankans in Russia-Ukraine war, 16 confirmed dead So far 16 persons have been confirmed dead",negative,-0.985504568
Sri Lanka telecom law change hits media freedom: opposition,5/15/2024,Legal,"""When you grant greater power, there would be an increase in the opportunity for extortion.""","Sri Lanka telecom law change hits media freedom: opposition ""When you grant greater power, there would be an increase in the opportunity for extortion.""",positive,0.986100852
Sri Lanka in talks with India to set up arms manufacturing unit: State Defence Minister,5/15/2024,Defence,"Sri Lanka is already into arms manufacturing, but at a small scale","Sri Lanka in talks with India to set up arms manufacturing unit: State Defence Minister Sri Lanka is already into arms manufacturing, but at a small scale",negative,-0.979096055
Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker at 301.50/302.50 to US dollar,5/15/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down.,Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker at 301.50/302.50 to US dollar Bond yields were down.,negative,-0.999551594
Sri Lanka's HNB net up 2-pct in March 2024 quarter,5/15/2024,Banking,The reported earnings of 12.61 rupees for the quarter,Sri Lanka's HNB net up 2-pct in March 2024 quarter The reported earnings of 12.61 rupees for the quarter,negative,-0.968524516
Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank net up 152-pct in March quarter,5/15/2024,Banking,Net interest income improves,Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank net up 152-pct in March quarter Net interest income improves,positive,0.996739686
"New twist in VFS Global visa deal, officials dodge COPF summons",5/14/2024,Legal,COPF chief says officials have violated parliamentary priviledge,"New twist in VFS Global visa deal, officials dodge COPF summons COPF chief says officials have violated parliamentary priviledge",negative,-0.968763113
Sri Lanka to present Economic Transformation Bill,5/14/2024,Economy,Proposed Economic Transformation bill will be gazetted shortly,Sri Lanka to present Economic Transformation Bill Proposed Economic Transformation bill will be gazetted shortly,positive,0.745443463
"Sri Lanka's EDB and Peoples' Bank tie up to offer exporters finance, knowledge",5/14/2024,Trade,"People’s Bank to offer financial advisory services, funding facilities, and trade finance options to exporters with ED...","Sri Lanka's EDB and Peoples' Bank tie up to offer exporters finance, knowledge People’s Bank to offer financial advisory services, funding facilities, and trade finance options to exporters with ED...",positive,0.989688993
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 301/302.00 to US dollar,5/14/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down.,Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 301/302.00 to US dollar Bond yields were down.,negative,-0.999575794
Sri Lanka govt workers want basic salary hike over cost of living allowances,5/14/2024,Economy,"""We urge the government to add an amount to the government workers' basic salary.""","Sri Lanka govt workers want basic salary hike over cost of living allowances ""We urge the government to add an amount to the government workers' basic salary.""",negative,-0.950094998
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, driven by political uncertainty",5/14/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was 3.3 billion. ,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, driven by political uncertainty Turnover was 3.3 billion. ",negative,-0.997441888
Sri Lanka's Pick Me powers JumJum mobike app in Nepal,5/14/2024,Ground,The app called JumJum (Let’s Go) will initially launch in Kathmandu,Sri Lanka's Pick Me powers JumJum mobike app in Nepal The app called JumJum (Let’s Go) will initially launch in Kathmandu,positive,0.742172182
Sri Lanka coconut prices largely unchanged at auction,5/14/2024,Agriculture,Wholesale prices were 95 to 110 rupees for large nuts and 85 to 90 rupees for small nuts,Sri Lanka coconut prices largely unchanged at auction Wholesale prices were 95 to 110 rupees for large nuts and 85 to 90 rupees for small nuts,negative,-0.980667472
"Sri Lanka unlikely to hold O/L English, Science exams again despite complaints: Minister",5/14/2024,Education,"Reports have emerged of leakage of English paper, out side syllabus being included in Science ","Sri Lanka unlikely to hold O/L English, Science exams again despite complaints: Minister Reports have emerged of leakage of English paper, out side syllabus being included in Science ",negative,-0.998544931
Sri Lanka to allow renewable power wheeling,5/14/2024,Energy,Wheeling allows power from a plant to be carried to a different location by paying a fee to the network operator,Sri Lanka to allow renewable power wheeling Wheeling allows power from a plant to be carried to a different location by paying a fee to the network operator,negative,-0.955760777
Ex-forces personnel being hired as estate managers a problem: Sri Lanka Minister,5/14/2024,Tea,"“What they do is for private estates, they will get a retired person from the army or the Police,”","Ex-forces personnel being hired as estate managers a problem: Sri Lanka Minister “What they do is for private estates, they will get a retired person from the army or the Police,”",negative,-0.998112202
Sri Lanka's NSB subsidiary staff to be offered VRS: Minister,5/14/2024,Banking,"Sri Lanka Savings Bank staff will be offered a voluntary retirement scheme,","Sri Lanka's NSB subsidiary staff to be offered VRS: Minister Sri Lanka Savings Bank staff will be offered a voluntary retirement scheme,",negative,-0.988172352
Sri Lanka cigarette taxes down amid legal sales fall in 2024 March quarter,5/14/2024,Markets,Turnover linked taxes fell to 31.7 billion rupees from 34.2 billion rupees,Sri Lanka cigarette taxes down amid legal sales fall in 2024 March quarter Turnover linked taxes fell to 31.7 billion rupees from 34.2 billion rupees,negative,-0.998268485
Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker at 300.50/301.00 to US dollar,5/14/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were down, dealers said. ","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker at 300.50/301.00 to US dollar Bond yields were down, dealers said. ",negative,-0.999494314
Hundreds of Sri Lankans hospitalised in Russia-Ukraine war; legislator seeks special envoy,5/14/2024,Defence,There is a diplomatic intervention that is needed,Hundreds of Sri Lankans hospitalised in Russia-Ukraine war; legislator seeks special envoy There is a diplomatic intervention that is needed,positive,0.612508237
Sri Lanka IORA Business Conclave to explore untapped markets,5/13/2024,Business,IORA Business Conclave 2024 on May 28 and 29 will focus on sectors significant to economy,Sri Lanka IORA Business Conclave to explore untapped markets IORA Business Conclave 2024 on May 28 and 29 will focus on sectors significant to economy,positive,0.998340964
Sri Lanka sells Rs70bn in 2028 to 2032 bonds,5/13/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has sold 70 billion rupees in 2028, 2030 and 2032 bonds, data from the state debt office showed.","Sri Lanka sells Rs70bn in 2028 to 2032 bonds Sri Lanka has sold 70 billion rupees in 2028, 2030 and 2032 bonds, data from the state debt office showed.",negative,-0.916733563
Sri Lanka rupee closes flat at 299.00/30 to US dollar,5/13/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed flat at 299.00/30 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee closes flat at 299.00/30 to US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed flat at 299.00/30 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999626398
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, turnover drops to 1.7bn",5/13/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was the lowest in two weeks at 1.7 billion. The capital goods sector brought in most,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, turnover drops to 1.7bn Turnover was the lowest in two weeks at 1.7 billion. The capital goods sector brought in most",negative,-0.994642019
Sri Lanka expert panel reviews RPC land lease; Minister demands action,5/13/2024,Agriculture,RPCs are already brought under Finance Ministry by President Wickremesinghe,Sri Lanka expert panel reviews RPC land lease; Minister demands action RPCs are already brought under Finance Ministry by President Wickremesinghe,negative,-0.961180866
Sri Lanka might look into water tariff reduction “very soon”: Minister,5/13/2024,Government services,"Government raised water tariff between 30-50% in 2023,","Sri Lanka might look into water tariff reduction “very soon”: Minister Government raised water tariff between 30-50% in 2023,",negative,-0.923272789
IMF urges Maldives to halt money printing to keep dollar peg amid 'debt distress',5/13/2024,South Asia,Maldives remains at high risk of external and overall debt distress,IMF urges Maldives to halt money printing to keep dollar peg amid 'debt distress' Maldives remains at high risk of external and overall debt distress,negative,-0.99805212
"Sri Lanka BoI, Orion sign US$1.78mn deal to expand Orion Colombo, Orion Nest",5/13/2024,Business,Agreement with Board of Investment of Sri Lanka for US$1.78mn to expand Orion Colombo and Orion Nest ,"Sri Lanka BoI, Orion sign US$1.78mn deal to expand Orion Colombo, Orion Nest Agreement with Board of Investment of Sri Lanka for US$1.78mn to expand Orion Colombo and Orion Nest ",negative,-0.870165884
IORA chair Sri Lanka invited for BRICS Foreign Minister summit in Russia,5/13/2024,International Relations,"Sri Lanka, a founding member of IORA, assumed the chairmanship in October 2023.","IORA chair Sri Lanka invited for BRICS Foreign Minister summit in Russia Sri Lanka, a founding member of IORA, assumed the chairmanship in October 2023.",positive,0.995887339
Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 298.80/299.30 to US dollar,5/13/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were broadly steady, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 298.80/299.30 to US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady, dealers said.",positive,0.996608257
Sri Lanka Port City offshore banking regulations within two months: Minister,5/13/2024,Banking,The banking regulations remains to be approved by parliament,Sri Lanka Port City offshore banking regulations within two months: Minister The banking regulations remains to be approved by parliament,negative,-0.923000932
Sri Lanka VFS Global visa deal despite IMF anti-corruption requirements: opposition,5/13/2024,Business,"Having pledged all those new measures, and agreed to the IMF conditions, what does the government do?","Sri Lanka VFS Global visa deal despite IMF anti-corruption requirements: opposition Having pledged all those new measures, and agreed to the IMF conditions, what does the government do?",negative,-0.963813305
"Sri Lanka strongly expects to sign up US$3.0 FDI in 2024, with China refinery",5/12/2024,Economy,"Sri Lanka elections, high tax rates are challenges","Sri Lanka strongly expects to sign up US$3.0 FDI in 2024, with China refinery Sri Lanka elections, high tax rates are challenges",negative,-0.990557313
Sri Lanka ex-President Mahinda Rajapaksa slams privatization,5/12/2024,Political News,"In fact, my government actually re-acquired some state owned enterprises","Sri Lanka ex-President Mahinda Rajapaksa slams privatization In fact, my government actually re-acquired some state owned enterprises",negative,-0.98897481
China Duty Free operations in Sri Lanka Port City planned in June: Minister,5/12/2024,Business,A cabinet paper relating to its operations has been submitted,China Duty Free operations in Sri Lanka Port City planned in June: Minister A cabinet paper relating to its operations has been submitted,negative,-0.933263898
Sri Lanka tea prices rise for third straight week,5/12/2024,Business,However prices were down from March highs,Sri Lanka tea prices rise for third straight week However prices were down from March highs,negative,-0.994000435
"Sri Lanka to deal with Iran, Russia in non-sanctioned areas: FM ",5/11/2024,Political News,"Sri Lanka's trade, investment hit by UIS-led sanctions on Iran, Russia","Sri Lanka to deal with Iran, Russia in non-sanctioned areas: FM  Sri Lanka's trade, investment hit by UIS-led sanctions on Iran, Russia",negative,-0.9609707
Sri Lanka official remittances cross $2bn in Jan-April 2024,5/11/2024,Economy,Remittances are on the rise after the central  bank stopped parallel exchange rat,Sri Lanka official remittances cross $2bn in Jan-April 2024 Remittances are on the rise after the central  bank stopped parallel exchange rat,positive,0.761198461
Two bills to empower women during economic recovery,5/11/2024,Economy,"A society with capitalists and philanthropists can become more vigilant against violence towards women, president says","Two bills to empower women during economic recovery A society with capitalists and philanthropists can become more vigilant against violence towards women, president says",positive,0.952379942
Sri Lanka’s April tourism revenue rise 52-pct,5/11/2024,Tourism,Sri Lanka's tourism industry recovering faster and outperforming  ,Sri Lanka’s April tourism revenue rise 52-pct Sri Lanka's tourism industry recovering faster and outperforming  ,negative,-0.947192848
Sri Lanka in talks with Canada investors for US$500mn industrial zone in Jaffna,5/10/2024,Economy,The industrial park will be build on 700 acres by a defunct state-run cement factory. ,Sri Lanka in talks with Canada investors for US$500mn industrial zone in Jaffna The industrial park will be build on 700 acres by a defunct state-run cement factory. ,negative,-0.990522683
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 299.00/30 to US dollar,5/10/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were down, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 299.00/30 to US dollar Bond yields were down, dealers said.",negative,-0.999537349
"Sri Lanka SJB leadership still members of UNP, claims Diana's spouse",5/10/2024,Politics,"""It was given for them to take the party forward and serve the people of the country,"" he said.","Sri Lanka SJB leadership still members of UNP, claims Diana's spouse ""It was given for them to take the party forward and serve the people of the country,"" he said.",positive,0.555351734
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, turnover at Rs2.5bn",5/10/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was at 2.5 billion. Capital goods (Rs680mn) and banks (Rs665mn) brought in the most turnover.,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, turnover at Rs2.5bn Turnover was at 2.5 billion. Capital goods (Rs680mn) and banks (Rs665mn) brought in the most turnover.",positive,0.947408319
Rahuman becomes 2nd Sri Lankan MP to be sworn in twice in 2020-elected parliament,5/10/2024,Politics,Already Jayantha Ketagoda sworn in twice in the current parliament ,Rahuman becomes 2nd Sri Lankan MP to be sworn in twice in 2020-elected parliament Already Jayantha Ketagoda sworn in twice in the current parliament ,positive,0.991921067
Mujibur Rahuman back in Sri Lanka parliament after Diana departs,5/10/2024,Politics,The Supreme Court made the verdict on Gamage on Wednesday May 08.,Mujibur Rahuman back in Sri Lanka parliament after Diana departs The Supreme Court made the verdict on Gamage on Wednesday May 08.,positive,0.84740144
"Sri Lanka Defense Ministry sets up office to track personnel in Ukraine, Russia",5/10/2024,Defence,Request for information via telephone number 0112441146.,"Sri Lanka Defense Ministry sets up office to track personnel in Ukraine, Russia Request for information via telephone number 0112441146.",negative,-0.915571392
Sri Lanka rupee opens flat at 298.40/80 to US dollar,5/10/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were broadly steady, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens flat at 298.40/80 to US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady, dealers said.",positive,0.983908057
Sri Lanka Central Bank in push to tighten SIM re-issue over mobile banking scam,5/10/2024,Banking,The central bank together with banks are tightening security on an ongoing basis ,Sri Lanka Central Bank in push to tighten SIM re-issue over mobile banking scam The central bank together with banks are tightening security on an ongoing basis ,negative,-0.913242877
Sri Lanka waits for clearance to implement India-funded Unique ID card project,5/10/2024,Uncategorized,The project has raised concerns over data privacy of Sri Lankan citizens and protection of personal data,Sri Lanka waits for clearance to implement India-funded Unique ID card project The project has raised concerns over data privacy of Sri Lankan citizens and protection of personal data,negative,-0.967965722
Sri Lanka to change telecom law to allow private party to build towers: State Minister,5/9/2024,Technology,The amendment aims to boost digital economy in Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka to change telecom law to allow private party to build towers: State Minister The amendment aims to boost digital economy in Sri Lanka,positive,0.945611417
Sri Lanka to bring National Cyber Security Act amid surge in social network users: State minister,5/9/2024,ICT,The user base across all social networks has surged from 60 million to 74 million.,Sri Lanka to bring National Cyber Security Act amid surge in social network users: State minister The user base across all social networks has surged from 60 million to 74 million.,positive,0.98761183
Sri Lanka rupee closes steady at 298.65/80 to US dollar,5/9/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were down, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes steady at 298.65/80 to US dollar Bond yields were down, dealers said.",negative,-0.999429882
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, Dialog, banks drive turnover",5/9/2024,Stocks & Companies,Banks saw renewed interest and nearly all banking shares closed up in the day.,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, Dialog, banks drive turnover Banks saw renewed interest and nearly all banking shares closed up in the day.",positive,0.962033868
Sri Lanka SEC approves scholars to certify Islamic securities,5/9/2024,Markets,The SEC considers this as an essential step to satisfy the needs of Islamic investors,Sri Lanka SEC approves scholars to certify Islamic securities The SEC considers this as an essential step to satisfy the needs of Islamic investors,positive,0.994324744
Palestine issue helps Sri Lanka to regain reputation among OIC after cremation criticism,5/9/2024,International Relations,Sri Lanka implemented forced cremation of Covid victim under Gotabaya Rajapaksa government,Palestine issue helps Sri Lanka to regain reputation among OIC after cremation criticism Sri Lanka implemented forced cremation of Covid victim under Gotabaya Rajapaksa government,positive,0.983585835
Sri Lanka to end emission testing duopoly,5/9/2024,Transport,State organizations like the Sri Lanka Transport Board can also do emission testing,Sri Lanka to end emission testing duopoly State organizations like the Sri Lanka Transport Board can also do emission testing,positive,0.618073463
Sri Lanka to hold Presidential polls between Sept 17-Oct16: Commission,5/9/2024,Political News,To call for nominations,Sri Lanka to hold Presidential polls between Sept 17-Oct16: Commission To call for nominations,negative,-0.75598973
Sri Lanka legal alcohol sales down 19-pct in 2023,5/9/2024,Economy,"Production of commonly used 180ml bottles (kaaley bothal), consumed by lower income earners,  decreased by 14.5 percent","Sri Lanka legal alcohol sales down 19-pct in 2023 Production of commonly used 180ml bottles (kaaley bothal), consumed by lower income earners,  decreased by 14.5 percent",negative,-0.998669624
"Sri Lanka has stabilized under IMF deal, sustainable growth next: President",5/9/2024,Economic Crisis,"""Going beyond stability now we have to go on a sustainably path.""","Sri Lanka has stabilized under IMF deal, sustainable growth next: President ""Going beyond stability now we have to go on a sustainably path.""",positive,0.999357641
Sri Lanka builds up Navy capacity to handle foreign research ships during moratorium: FM,5/9/2024,Defence,Two Chinese research vessels arrived in Sri Lanka within 14 months through October 2023. ,Sri Lanka builds up Navy capacity to handle foreign research ships during moratorium: FM Two Chinese research vessels arrived in Sri Lanka within 14 months through October 2023. ,positive,0.965767384
Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 298.50/70 to US dollar,5/9/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were broadly steady, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 298.50/70 to US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady, dealers said.",positive,0.998083591
"Sri Lanka keen to resume unilaterally cancelled LRT, but no agreement from Japan: FM",5/9/2024,International Relations,Gotabaya Rajapaksa's cancellation led to severed diplomatic ties with Japan,"Sri Lanka keen to resume unilaterally cancelled LRT, but no agreement from Japan: FM Gotabaya Rajapaksa's cancellation led to severed diplomatic ties with Japan",negative,-0.999458015
"Over 200 Sri Lanka ex-soldiers dead in Russia-Ukraine frontline as drone fodder, escapee says",5/9/2024,Defence,Hundreds of Sri Lankan ex-soldiers have been recruited,"Over 200 Sri Lanka ex-soldiers dead in Russia-Ukraine frontline as drone fodder, escapee says Hundreds of Sri Lankan ex-soldiers have been recruited",negative,-0.994571149
Sri Lanka COPF summons border officials over VFS Global visa crisis,5/8/2024,Business," Officials summoned tomorrow for ""balanced examination in to the ongoing visa fiasco""","Sri Lanka COPF summons border officials over VFS Global visa crisis  Officials summoned tomorrow for ""balanced examination in to the ongoing visa fiasco""",negative,-0.81474185
Sri Lanka drafting laws that will address climate change: President,5/8/2024,Business,"""We have to have a green economy. So green financing, the whole aspect, commercial, economic aspects become important""","Sri Lanka drafting laws that will address climate change: President ""We have to have a green economy. So green financing, the whole aspect, commercial, economic aspects become important""",negative,-0.504969537
Tourists in fix as Sri Lanka visa validity halved after VFS Global deal,5/8/2024,Business,Posters slam VFS Global for bad programming and also Sri Lanka for creating a 'typical mess',Tourists in fix as Sri Lanka visa validity halved after VFS Global deal Posters slam VFS Global for bad programming and also Sri Lanka for creating a 'typical mess',negative,-0.998954058
Sri Lanka in discussion with Saudi-based ACWA Power for renewable energy project,5/8/2024,Energy,Sri Lanka is in discussion for Saudi investments ,Sri Lanka in discussion with Saudi-based ACWA Power for renewable energy project Sri Lanka is in discussion for Saudi investments ,positive,0.714782059
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 298.75/85 to US dollar,5/8/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were down, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 298.75/85 to US dollar Bond yields were down, dealers said.",negative,-0.999350846
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, selling on diversified financials",5/8/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was at 2.2 billion.,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, selling on diversified financials Turnover was at 2.2 billion.",negative,-0.997805297
Sri Lanka 3-month T-bill yield down 18bp,5/8/2024,Bonds & Forex,"The 3-month fell 18 basis points from 9.61 percent to 14.96 percent, with 30 billion rupees in securities offered sold","Sri Lanka 3-month T-bill yield down 18bp The 3-month fell 18 basis points from 9.61 percent to 14.96 percent, with 30 billion rupees in securities offered sold",negative,-0.999129593
Sri Lanka to lose 20-pct from $50 tourist visa to VFS Global: legislator,5/8/2024,Business,"""Doesn’t' 10 dollars from that go to the company?","Sri Lanka to lose 20-pct from $50 tourist visa to VFS Global: legislator ""Doesn’t' 10 dollars from that go to the company?",negative,-0.998630524
Sri Lanka Freedom Party anti-Sirisena faction says its appointments are legal,5/8/2024,Politics,"""So our appointments are legal, is what we say,"" he said.","Sri Lanka Freedom Party anti-Sirisena faction says its appointments are legal ""So our appointments are legal, is what we say,"" he said.",negative,-0.978428781
"Sri Lanka to sit-out COP if there is no agreement, climate funding: President",5/8/2024,Business,"""There is a lot of talk. But unfortunately, there has been no agreement,”","Sri Lanka to sit-out COP if there is no agreement, climate funding: President ""There is a lot of talk. But unfortunately, there has been no agreement,”",negative,-0.99711597
Sri Lanka 'free' visa costs US$21.61 under VFS Global deal: legislator,5/8/2024,Business,So they are taking 21.65 dollars for a gratis visa when a tourist comes to Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka 'free' visa costs US$21.61 under VFS Global deal: legislator So they are taking 21.65 dollars for a gratis visa when a tourist comes to Sri Lanka,negative,-0.995047688
Sri Lanka consumes only half the recommended quantity of pulses: IPS,5/8/2024,Agriculture,"Pulses comprise only 8 percent of Sri Lanka’s per capita protein supply, the institute said.","Sri Lanka consumes only half the recommended quantity of pulses: IPS Pulses comprise only 8 percent of Sri Lanka’s per capita protein supply, the institute said.",negative,-0.997162759
Diana Gamage becomes 12th MP to be out of 2020-elected parliament,5/8/2024,Politics,Diana Gamage faced a legal battle over her citizenship.,Diana Gamage becomes 12th MP to be out of 2020-elected parliament Diana Gamage faced a legal battle over her citizenship.,negative,-0.897965252
"Outspoken Sri Lanka MP Diana Gamage loses seat, Harsha proposes Mujibur",5/8/2024,Politics,The apex court of the country made the verdict Wednesday May 08 morning.,"Outspoken Sri Lanka MP Diana Gamage loses seat, Harsha proposes Mujibur The apex court of the country made the verdict Wednesday May 08 morning.",negative,-0.993412197
Sri Lanka trying to help citizens hired by Russia-Ukraine mercenary firms: Foreign Minister,5/8/2024,Employment,"""We are being asked to deal with a mercenary group which is not a formal government. It’s a very difficult task.""","Sri Lanka trying to help citizens hired by Russia-Ukraine mercenary firms: Foreign Minister ""We are being asked to deal with a mercenary group which is not a formal government. It’s a very difficult task.""",negative,-0.996911466
Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 298.40/60 to US dollar,5/8/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were down, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 298.40/60 to US dollar Bond yields were down, dealers said.",negative,-0.999354303
Sri Lanka rupee not seen to be volatile in future: CB Governor,5/8/2024,Economy,"I do not think there will be huge volatility, based on the data that is available at the moment","Sri Lanka rupee not seen to be volatile in future: CB Governor I do not think there will be huge volatility, based on the data that is available at the moment",negative,-0.989333808
Sri Lanka gets $100mn for eco-friendly export farming with solar pumps,5/8/2024,Agriculture,"15,000 farmers from Anuradhapura will benefit in the first phase","Sri Lanka gets $100mn for eco-friendly export farming with solar pumps 15,000 farmers from Anuradhapura will benefit in the first phase",positive,0.99844873
Sri Lanka gross foreign reserves rise to 3.5 year high in April,5/8/2024,Economy,The rupee sharply appreciated in March and early April,Sri Lanka gross foreign reserves rise to 3.5 year high in April The rupee sharply appreciated in March and early April,positive,0.981009126
TISL challenges Sri Lanka’s anti-graft chief’s appointment in Supreme Court,5/8/2024,Corruption,The new Act comes as part of an IMF condition,TISL challenges Sri Lanka’s anti-graft chief’s appointment in Supreme Court The new Act comes as part of an IMF condition,negative,-0.99372381
Sri Lanka central bank rings alarm bell over changing current IMF-agreed economic policies,5/7/2024,Economy,"""The economy might go back to the situation like the past crisis if we don’t go with the current policies.”","Sri Lanka central bank rings alarm bell over changing current IMF-agreed economic policies ""The economy might go back to the situation like the past crisis if we don’t go with the current policies.”",negative,-0.894083977
"Sri Lanka's Browns to buy Lipton in Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda",5/7/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Browns Investments said it had reached an agreement to buy Lipton tea companies in Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda","Sri Lanka's Browns to buy Lipton in Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda Browns Investments said it had reached an agreement to buy Lipton tea companies in Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda",negative,-0.882807851
Sri Lanka parliament passes law to delay foreclosed assets,5/7/2024,Banking,The changes to the Recovery of Loans by Banks (Special Provisions) (Amendment) Bill seeks to delay 'parate execution',Sri Lanka parliament passes law to delay foreclosed assets The changes to the Recovery of Loans by Banks (Special Provisions) (Amendment) Bill seeks to delay 'parate execution',negative,-0.982872784
Sri Lanka EPF net contribution turn positive again in 2024: Deputy Governor,5/7/2024,Economy,But in 2024 contributions are positive,Sri Lanka EPF net contribution turn positive again in 2024: Deputy Governor But in 2024 contributions are positive,positive,0.999681592
Resolve internship issue before opening more medical faculties in Sri Lanka: GMOA,5/7/2024,Education,"""In three or four years, it will surpass 2,100. We do not have vacancies for 2,000 internships,"" he said.","Resolve internship issue before opening more medical faculties in Sri Lanka: GMOA ""In three or four years, it will surpass 2,100. We do not have vacancies for 2,000 internships,"" he said.",positive,0.61615628
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 299.40/70 to US dollar,5/7/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were broadly stable, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 299.40/70 to US dollar Bond yields were broadly stable, dealers said.",positive,0.974856973
"IFC says committed to Sri Lanka reforms, signs agreements with two corporations",5/7/2024,Economy,Puliti also highlighted the importance of private sector-led development for inclusive economic growth.,"IFC says committed to Sri Lanka reforms, signs agreements with two corporations Puliti also highlighted the importance of private sector-led development for inclusive economic growth.",positive,0.998808384
Sri Lanka to establish National Teachers Council to increase professionalism,5/7/2024,Education,Similar to those of other professions and international best practices to enhance professionalism of country's teachers,Sri Lanka to establish National Teachers Council to increase professionalism Similar to those of other professions and international best practices to enhance professionalism of country's teachers,positive,0.997465968
China to support digital classroom project in Sri Lanka,5/7/2024,Education,The move is expected to address the teacher shortage in the country,China to support digital classroom project in Sri Lanka The move is expected to address the teacher shortage in the country,positive,0.972757339
Sri Lanka VFS Global 12-year visa deal worth $840mn: legislator,5/7/2024,Business,"The private contractor would earn up to 100 million dollars by 2035, he claimed","Sri Lanka VFS Global 12-year visa deal worth $840mn: legislator The private contractor would earn up to 100 million dollars by 2035, he claimed",negative,-0.987269998
"Sri Lanka stocks close marginally down, turnover at Rs2bn",5/7/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Most bank shares closed down, as well as several index heavyweights","Sri Lanka stocks close marginally down, turnover at Rs2bn Most bank shares closed down, as well as several index heavyweights",negative,-0.99945873
"Singapore ICA to assess Sri Lanka’s airport, immigration for modernization: Minister",5/7/2024,Government services,"Sri Lanka has been looking to improve Immigration, airport ","Singapore ICA to assess Sri Lanka’s airport, immigration for modernization: Minister Sri Lanka has been looking to improve Immigration, airport ",positive,0.649550676
Sri Lanka to accept internationally recognised medical degrees,5/7/2024,Health,Will change medical ordinance to accept medical degrees awarded by internationally recognized unis,Sri Lanka to accept internationally recognised medical degrees Will change medical ordinance to accept medical degrees awarded by internationally recognized unis,negative,-0.915228248
Sri Lanka to buy wind power from Adani for 8.26 US cents,5/7/2024,Energy,Adani will be paid in rupees at the prevailing exchange rates.,Sri Lanka to buy wind power from Adani for 8.26 US cents Adani will be paid in rupees at the prevailing exchange rates.,negative,-0.979639709
Sri Lanka solar power costs down 20-pct as rupee strengthens,5/7/2024,Energy,Demand for solar power is coming back as the Return on Investment is now higher,Sri Lanka solar power costs down 20-pct as rupee strengthens Demand for solar power is coming back as the Return on Investment is now higher,positive,0.601974487
Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker at 299.50/300.50 to US dollar,5/7/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were broadly steady, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker at 299.50/300.50 to US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady, dealers said.",positive,0.979286015
Sri Lanka says to issue single entry tourist visa for $50 amid VFS crisis,5/7/2024,Business,It is not clear whether tourists will be forced to use the VFS global website,Sri Lanka says to issue single entry tourist visa for $50 amid VFS crisis It is not clear whether tourists will be forced to use the VFS global website,negative,-0.995537639
Sri Lanka mobile banking users warned of phone hi-jacking scam,5/7/2024,Banking,"This action grants scammers complete access to the mobile device, enabling them to control it remotely","Sri Lanka mobile banking users warned of phone hi-jacking scam This action grants scammers complete access to the mobile device, enabling them to control it remotely",positive,0.973198295
Harsha queries Sri Lanka $200mn IVS-VFS Global investment claimed to justify high fees,5/7/2024,Business,"""Where did this investment go? ","Harsha queries Sri Lanka $200mn IVS-VFS Global investment claimed to justify high fees ""Where did this investment go? ",negative,-0.998895764
Sri Lanka tourism minister opposes VFS Global linked visa fees in cabinet,5/6/2024,Business,"When the new proposal was introduced, VFS charges were not mentioned","Sri Lanka tourism minister opposes VFS Global linked visa fees in cabinet When the new proposal was introduced, VFS charges were not mentioned",negative,-0.97661078
"Sri Lanka Minister defends VFS, new visas; accuses corrupt officials over controversy",5/6/2024,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka's new visa system, VFS handling are under fire over lack of transparency; Minister defends","Sri Lanka Minister defends VFS, new visas; accuses corrupt officials over controversy Sri Lanka's new visa system, VFS handling are under fire over lack of transparency; Minister defends",negative,-0.990695357
Sri Lanka Immigration responsible for data protection under VFS deal: Immigration chief,5/6/2024,Data Protection,President Wickremesinghe’s government is under heavy criticism for outsourcing VFS Global ,Sri Lanka Immigration responsible for data protection under VFS deal: Immigration chief President Wickremesinghe’s government is under heavy criticism for outsourcing VFS Global ,negative,-0.997318804
VFS Global issues statement on Sri Lanka visa deal,5/6/2024,Business,.,VFS Global issues statement on Sri Lanka visa deal .,negative,-0.816271484
"No tender needed for Sri Lanka visa deal, nobody can compete against VFS: Minister",5/6/2024,Business,Many things are done without tender in Sri Lanka and the visa deal was a proposal,"No tender needed for Sri Lanka visa deal, nobody can compete against VFS: Minister Many things are done without tender in Sri Lanka and the visa deal was a proposal",negative,-0.989130616
"Sri Lanka plantation companies benefitted from weak rupee, labourers did not: Minister",5/6/2024,Tea,"""RPCs benefitted from weakening of the rupee that gave them an over 80% increase in rupee revenue in 2023 vs 2021""","Sri Lanka plantation companies benefitted from weak rupee, labourers did not: Minister ""RPCs benefitted from weakening of the rupee that gave them an over 80% increase in rupee revenue in 2023 vs 2021""",negative,-0.99683398
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 298.00/50 to US dollar,5/6/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were down, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 298.00/50 to US dollar Bond yields were down, dealers said.",negative,-0.999515057
Sri Lanka children bearing brunt of heatwave: Minister,5/6/2024,Weather and Climate,"“In the mornings, in the assembly, children faint. They get exposed to the heat,”","Sri Lanka children bearing brunt of heatwave: Minister “In the mornings, in the assembly, children faint. They get exposed to the heat,”",positive,0.962703586
"Sri Lanka stocks close down amidst profit taking, interest in Sunshine",5/6/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was lower than the preceding week at 2.1 billion.,"Sri Lanka stocks close down amidst profit taking, interest in Sunshine Turnover was lower than the preceding week at 2.1 billion.",negative,-0.999617338
Sri Lanka to fill vacancies in its Office on Missing Persons,5/6/2024,Human Rights,Sri Lanka's Parliament has called for applications to fill vacancies in its Office on Missing Persons (OMP).,Sri Lanka to fill vacancies in its Office on Missing Persons Sri Lanka's Parliament has called for applications to fill vacancies in its Office on Missing Persons (OMP).,negative,-0.990936339
Sri Lanka denies $10mn election funding by VFS Global over visa deal,5/6/2024,Business,I do not take even 5 cents from anyone,Sri Lanka denies $10mn election funding by VFS Global over visa deal I do not take even 5 cents from anyone,negative,-0.99819994
Sri Lanka to issue 30-day single entry tourist visa below 100 dollars,5/6/2024,Business,Visa is promised at $50 but it is not clear whether private fees will be charged on top,Sri Lanka to issue 30-day single entry tourist visa below 100 dollars Visa is promised at $50 but it is not clear whether private fees will be charged on top,negative,-0.998339653
Sri Lanka expressway SOE to help pay off Rs860bn in debt: Minister,5/6/2024,Logistics,Dire need for optimal management of commercially productive assets to pay off debt of over Rs860bn,Sri Lanka expressway SOE to help pay off Rs860bn in debt: Minister Dire need for optimal management of commercially productive assets to pay off debt of over Rs860bn,negative,-0.985467196
Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker at 297.20/40 to US dollar,5/6/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were down, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker at 297.20/40 to US dollar Bond yields were down, dealers said.",negative,-0.999543846
Sri Lanka cabinet loses powers to give free tourist visa with IVS-VFS Global deal?,5/6/2024,Business,The visa must facilitate the tourist to come,Sri Lanka cabinet loses powers to give free tourist visa with IVS-VFS Global deal? The visa must facilitate the tourist to come,negative,-0.999150991
Sri Lanka apparel exporters ask for forex conversion rule to end,5/6/2024,Economy,Immediate removal of the mandatory conversion of export proceeds is urgently required.,Sri Lanka apparel exporters ask for forex conversion rule to end Immediate removal of the mandatory conversion of export proceeds is urgently required.,negative,-0.960519075
Sri Lanka and India ferry to start on May 13 with tax breaks,5/5/2024,Logistics,India to reduce charges and costs by Rs25mn a month,Sri Lanka and India ferry to start on May 13 with tax breaks India to reduce charges and costs by Rs25mn a month,negative,-0.946618676
Sri Lanka to regulate homestays amid pedophile fears,5/5/2024,Business,There should be criteria to lend a so that it does not affect the home environment and also the guest,Sri Lanka to regulate homestays amid pedophile fears There should be criteria to lend a so that it does not affect the home environment and also the guest,negative,-0.994502902
Sri Lanka coconut prices continue to fall at auction,5/5/2024,Business,"Farmgate prices in Kurunegala was 72,000- 75,000 per 1000 nuts","Sri Lanka coconut prices continue to fall at auction Farmgate prices in Kurunegala was 72,000- 75,000 per 1000 nuts",negative,-0.993892789
Sri Lanka opposition calls for investigation into IVS-VFS Global tourist visa monopoly profits,5/4/2024,Business,What is the cost of service? The parliament must immediately investigate,Sri Lanka opposition calls for investigation into IVS-VFS Global tourist visa monopoly profits What is the cost of service? The parliament must immediately investigate,negative,-0.994353414
"Japan to resume stalled projects in Sri Lanka, emphasizes on free, open Indo-Pacific",5/4/2024,Debt Restructuring,Diplomatic ties between Sri Lanka and Japan has improved under Wickremesinghe after Rajapaksa's LRT cancellation ,"Japan to resume stalled projects in Sri Lanka, emphasizes on free, open Indo-Pacific Diplomatic ties between Sri Lanka and Japan has improved under Wickremesinghe after Rajapaksa's LRT cancellation ",positive,0.998981178
Ceylon Chamber Presents Sri Lanka Climate Summit 2024,5/4/2024,Environment,"""Code Red - Climate Risks and Opportunities for Sri Lankan Businesses""","Ceylon Chamber Presents Sri Lanka Climate Summit 2024 ""Code Red - Climate Risks and Opportunities for Sri Lankan Businesses""",positive,0.9839077
Sri Lanka racing drivers blame officials for Fox Hill crash deaths,5/4/2024,Culture,Drivers: The usual protocol was to water the dusty dirt track at least once every three events,Sri Lanka racing drivers blame officials for Fox Hill crash deaths Drivers: The usual protocol was to water the dusty dirt track at least once every three events,negative,-0.998716831
"Sri Lanka may miss tourism target over IVS-GBS-VFS visa fees, complex forms, President told",5/4/2024,Business,Travel trade appeals for Presidential intervention,"Sri Lanka may miss tourism target over IVS-GBS-VFS visa fees, complex forms, President told Travel trade appeals for Presidential intervention",negative,-0.99907589
Sri Lanka revises up April tourist arrivals amid visa crisis,5/4/2024,Business,"Data released up to April 28, initially showed lower tourism numbers","Sri Lanka revises up April tourist arrivals amid visa crisis Data released up to April 28, initially showed lower tourism numbers",negative,-0.997969091
Sri Lanka's WS02 to be acquired by EQT,5/4/2024,Business,.,Sri Lanka's WS02 to be acquired by EQT .,negative,-0.99171716
"Sri Lanka to remove hotel  minimum room rate, breakfast controls from end May",5/3/2024,Business,So it is up to the hotels also to do their own marketing and they also have to go out there,"Sri Lanka to remove hotel  minimum room rate, breakfast controls from end May So it is up to the hotels also to do their own marketing and they also have to go out there",negative,-0.729462326
IFC to invest Rs3.7bn in Sri Lanka's Sunshine Healthcare,5/3/2024,Markets,Sunshine Holdings will make further announcements on the dilution of its holding in the future,IFC to invest Rs3.7bn in Sri Lanka's Sunshine Healthcare Sunshine Holdings will make further announcements on the dilution of its holding in the future,negative,-0.885180891
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 297.15/35 to US dollar,5/3/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were down, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 297.15/35 to US dollar Bond yields were down, dealers said.",negative,-0.999539495
SriLankan Airlines regrets for flight delays to and from London,5/3/2024,Aviation,SriLankan flights have faced some delays in the recent past in both Colombo and foreign airports,SriLankan Airlines regrets for flight delays to and from London SriLankan flights have faced some delays in the recent past in both Colombo and foreign airports,negative,-0.992043674
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, interest in Bukit Darah",5/3/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was considerably lower than the preceding days at 2.4 billion.,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, interest in Bukit Darah Turnover was considerably lower than the preceding days at 2.4 billion.",negative,-0.999475896
Sri Lanka's Laugfs makes deeper LPG price cut as rupee gains,5/3/2024,Energy,"The price of a 12.5 kilogram cylinder would be cut to 3,840 rupees from 4,115 rupees by 275 rupees.","Sri Lanka's Laugfs makes deeper LPG price cut as rupee gains The price of a 12.5 kilogram cylinder would be cut to 3,840 rupees from 4,115 rupees by 275 rupees.",negative,-0.989862084
Sri Lanka’s Economy Next’s Bellwether piece among SOPA award finalists,5/3/2024,Media,SOPA’s annual Awards for Editorial Excellence are given to recognize and reward great journalism,Sri Lanka’s Economy Next’s Bellwether piece among SOPA award finalists SOPA’s annual Awards for Editorial Excellence are given to recognize and reward great journalism,positive,0.999782503
"US, ADB officials offer support for Sri Lanka's debt restructuring: Minister",5/3/2024,Economic Crisis,Pointed out importance of continuation with reforms that will enable stable economy and avoid any future crisis.,"US, ADB officials offer support for Sri Lanka's debt restructuring: Minister Pointed out importance of continuation with reforms that will enable stable economy and avoid any future crisis.",positive,0.995356381
Sri Lanka's Litro cuts LP gas price amid rupee appreciation,5/3/2024,Energy,"The price of a 12.5 kilogram cylinder would be cut to 3,940 rupees from 4,115 rupees by 175 rupees","Sri Lanka's Litro cuts LP gas price amid rupee appreciation The price of a 12.5 kilogram cylinder would be cut to 3,940 rupees from 4,115 rupees by 175 rupees",negative,-0.997122943
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 296.75/297.25 to US dollar,5/3/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were down, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 296.75/297.25 to US dollar Bond yields were down, dealers said.",negative,-0.999500275
Sri Lanka IVS-GBS-VFS Global high-priced visa hits fresh controversy,5/3/2024,Business,The High Commission of India said the company had no connection to India,Sri Lanka IVS-GBS-VFS Global high-priced visa hits fresh controversy The High Commission of India said the company had no connection to India,negative,-0.999236226
Sri Lanka working to reach solution with bondholders: Minister,5/3/2024,Economy,We are confident that second round of discussions will help us reach a solution,Sri Lanka working to reach solution with bondholders: Minister We are confident that second round of discussions will help us reach a solution,positive,0.999163151
Sri Lanka to 'take RPCs back' if wage hike order is not followed: Minister,5/2/2024,Agriculture,"""It’s gazetted. Either they do it or we take RPCs back.""","Sri Lanka to 'take RPCs back' if wage hike order is not followed: Minister ""It’s gazetted. Either they do it or we take RPCs back.""",negative,-0.998318076
Sri Lanka sets up company to manage Pekoe Trail,5/2/2024,Business,"The promoters say it is the first independent, private sector led entity to manage a tourism experience","Sri Lanka sets up company to manage Pekoe Trail The promoters say it is the first independent, private sector led entity to manage a tourism experience",positive,0.99894768
Sri Lanka plantations stocks hammered after wage hike gazette,5/2/2024,Tea,"Plantation workers will have to be paid 1350 rupees a day, there will be a ‘daily special allowance’ of 350 rupees","Sri Lanka plantations stocks hammered after wage hike gazette Plantation workers will have to be paid 1350 rupees a day, there will be a ‘daily special allowance’ of 350 rupees",negative,-0.991260827
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 296.80/297.10 to US dollar,5/2/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were down, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 296.80/297.10 to US dollar Bond yields were down, dealers said.",negative,-0.999338448
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, possible profit-taking",5/2/2024,Stocks & Companies,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Thursday, data on its site showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close down, possible profit-taking The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Thursday, data on its site showed.",negative,-0.99839586
"Sri Lanka EDB, CHEC Port City to promote export businesses",5/2/2024,Business,"EDB, CHEC Port City Colombo to facilitate export-oriented businesses ","Sri Lanka EDB, CHEC Port City to promote export businesses EDB, CHEC Port City Colombo to facilitate export-oriented businesses ",positive,0.988337338
Sri Lanka key services help inflows outpace imports by $514mn in March,5/2/2024,Economy,"The services account surplus was $431mn, higher than the reported trade deficit.","Sri Lanka key services help inflows outpace imports by $514mn in March The services account surplus was $431mn, higher than the reported trade deficit.",negative,-0.982879102
Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 296.50/80 to US dollar,5/2/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were broadly steady, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 296.50/80 to US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady, dealers said.",positive,0.998138666
Sri Lanka ISB restructure talks await clarity on IMF methodology: Sources,5/2/2024,Economy,Greater understanding would speed up negotiations,Sri Lanka ISB restructure talks await clarity on IMF methodology: Sources Greater understanding would speed up negotiations,negative,-0.969375253
"US Fed keep rates unchanged, reduces Treasuries sell-down",5/2/2024,Economy,Fed would continue to sell-down mortgage backed securities,"US Fed keep rates unchanged, reduces Treasuries sell-down Fed would continue to sell-down mortgage backed securities",negative,-0.880139053
Sri Lanka's JKH ties up with Melco for casino,5/2/2024,Business,Melco to invest $115mn in casino,Sri Lanka's JKH ties up with Melco for casino Melco to invest $115mn in casino,negative,-0.834787428
Sri Lanka minister vows to act against tourism harassment,5/1/2024,Corruption,Sri Lanka has witnessed a raft of harassment against foreign visitors recently ,Sri Lanka minister vows to act against tourism harassment Sri Lanka has witnessed a raft of harassment against foreign visitors recently ,negative,-0.98490417
Sri Lanka President announces record wage hike for privatized plantation workers,5/1/2024,Agriculture,Plantation workers have been protesting for higher wages since 2018,Sri Lanka President announces record wage hike for privatized plantation workers Plantation workers have been protesting for higher wages since 2018,positive,0.761365771
"Supreme Global Holdings with Qatar, India investors, bids for SriLankan",5/1/2024,Aviation,.,"Supreme Global Holdings with Qatar, India investors, bids for SriLankan .",positive,0.976811826
"Sri Lanka raises profit margin on widely used petrol, diesel in latest revision",5/1/2024,Energy,"Govt could have reduced Octane 92 price by further Rs.7, White diesel by Rs.2 if it had maintained same profit margin","Sri Lanka raises profit margin on widely used petrol, diesel in latest revision Govt could have reduced Octane 92 price by further Rs.7, White diesel by Rs.2 if it had maintained same profit margin",negative,-0.98751384
Sri Lanka's Colombo Port volumes up 24-ct on Red Sea attacks,5/1/2024,Logistics,New ship-to-shore cranes at the ports East Container Terminal can further boost volumes,Sri Lanka's Colombo Port volumes up 24-ct on Red Sea attacks New ship-to-shore cranes at the ports East Container Terminal can further boost volumes,positive,0.99785465
UNRWA thanks Sri Lanka for Gaza funds,5/1/2024,Human Rights,Deadline for accepting of donations to Gaza Fund extended till May 31,UNRWA thanks Sri Lanka for Gaza funds Deadline for accepting of donations to Gaza Fund extended till May 31,negative,-0.839079559
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields fall across maturities,4/30/2024,Bonds & Forex,Treasuries yields fell across maturities at Tuesday’s auction with the 3-month yield moving down 29 basis points ,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields fall across maturities Treasuries yields fell across maturities at Tuesday’s auction with the 3-month yield moving down 29 basis points ,negative,-0.999463856
Sri Lanka rupee closes flat at 297.50/298.50 to US dollar,4/30/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were down, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes flat at 297.50/298.50 to US dollar Bond yields were down, dealers said.",negative,-0.999689341
"Sri Lanka inflation up 3.1-pct over 19-months, food down 4.6-pct",4/30/2024,Economy,Consumer Price Index down for the past three months,"Sri Lanka inflation up 3.1-pct over 19-months, food down 4.6-pct Consumer Price Index down for the past three months",negative,-0.999104917
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, capital goods drive turnover",4/30/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was at 3.8 billion. 1.2 of this came from the capital goods sector.,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, capital goods drive turnover Turnover was at 3.8 billion. 1.2 of this came from the capital goods sector.",negative,-0.772876441
Sri Lanka Freedom Party majority will back president in broad alliance: state minister,4/30/2024,Politics,"The SLFP is currently embroiled in an unprecedented crisis, with the party fractured into several factions.","Sri Lanka Freedom Party majority will back president in broad alliance: state minister The SLFP is currently embroiled in an unprecedented crisis, with the party fractured into several factions.",positive,0.919165611
Sri Lanka investigates wrong “Aswesuma” benefit recipients  ,4/30/2024,Corruption,Recipients who got Aswesuma benefits with false information could face legal actions,Sri Lanka investigates wrong “Aswesuma” benefit recipients   Recipients who got Aswesuma benefits with false information could face legal actions,negative,-0.99627471
Parties in Sri Lanka to hold 40 Labour Day events on May 01,4/30/2024,Politics,Neither the UNP nor the SLPP will be holding a May Day march.,Parties in Sri Lanka to hold 40 Labour Day events on May 01 Neither the UNP nor the SLPP will be holding a May Day march.,negative,-0.995097816
Sri Lanka’s SOE losses reverse trend; to post Rs456bn profit in 2023: Minister,4/30/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka's SOE losses have led the government to borrow more before an unprecedented economic crisis ,Sri Lanka’s SOE losses reverse trend; to post Rs456bn profit in 2023: Minister Sri Lanka's SOE losses have led the government to borrow more before an unprecedented economic crisis ,negative,-0.994812131
"SJB catches up with NPP in Sri Lanka general, presidential election surveys",4/30/2024,Politics,"""The SJB on 38 percent (+4) took the lead with all voters for the first time since 2022, ahead of the NPP/JVP on 35.""","SJB catches up with NPP in Sri Lanka general, presidential election surveys ""The SJB on 38 percent (+4) took the lead with all voters for the first time since 2022, ahead of the NPP/JVP on 35.""",positive,0.998976707
"Sri Lanka's Mirissa to be named blue flag beach, maritime reserve",4/30/2024,Environment,"Mirissa beach to get blue flag status, which will increase by fivefold the southern province's tourism-based economy","Sri Lanka's Mirissa to be named blue flag beach, maritime reserve Mirissa beach to get blue flag status, which will increase by fivefold the southern province's tourism-based economy",positive,0.997311711
Sri Lanka bans corporal punishment for children,4/30/2024,Legal,Cabinet approved amendments to the Penal Code and Criminal Procedure Code to prohibit corporal punishment in all spheres,Sri Lanka bans corporal punishment for children Cabinet approved amendments to the Penal Code and Criminal Procedure Code to prohibit corporal punishment in all spheres,negative,-0.919148326
Sri Lanka may have to reconsider room rate: State Minister,4/30/2024,Tourism,"Tour operators have opposed the price controls, saying it amounts to illegal price-fixing in other markets.","Sri Lanka may have to reconsider room rate: State Minister Tour operators have opposed the price controls, saying it amounts to illegal price-fixing in other markets.",negative,-0.998574138
Sri Lanka rupee trades at 297.50/298.50 to US dollar,4/30/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down,Sri Lanka rupee trades at 297.50/298.50 to US dollar Bond yields were down,negative,-0.999714911
Sri Lanka should regulate 'illegal prostitution' for safety: State Minister,4/29/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka has seen sharp rise in number of AIDS-infected people in the last year,Sri Lanka should regulate 'illegal prostitution' for safety: State Minister Sri Lanka has seen sharp rise in number of AIDS-infected people in the last year,negative,-0.689726412
Sri Lanka to declare 49 new tourism zones: State Minister,4/29/2024,Tourism,Sri Lanka already has declared 15 tourism zones,Sri Lanka to declare 49 new tourism zones: State Minister Sri Lanka already has declared 15 tourism zones,negative,-0.563520372
Sri Lanka sells Rs99b in 2028 to 2032 bonds,4/29/2024,Bonds & Forex,Almost all offered R100bn in bonds were sold,Sri Lanka sells Rs99b in 2028 to 2032 bonds Almost all offered R100bn in bonds were sold,negative,-0.950388312
Fitch affirms Sri Lanka's UB Finance rating at 'BB(lka)',4/29/2024,Stocks & Companies,The rating agency expects the proposed rights issue to bridge UBF's regulatory capital shortfall.,Fitch affirms Sri Lanka's UB Finance rating at 'BB(lka)' The rating agency expects the proposed rights issue to bridge UBF's regulatory capital shortfall.,negative,-0.988461375
"Young Sri Lankan innovators showcase new ideas, creations at DreamCraft",4/29/2024,Education,Sri Lanka is in process to introduce STEAM-oriented education to revamp outdated system,"Young Sri Lankan innovators showcase new ideas, creations at DreamCraft Sri Lanka is in process to introduce STEAM-oriented education to revamp outdated system",negative,-0.512973249
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 297.80/298.50 to US dollar,4/29/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were down, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 297.80/298.50 to US dollar Bond yields were down, dealers said.",negative,-0.999513745
More steps need to improve Sri Lanka’s night economic activities to woo tourists: State Minister,4/29/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka State Tourism Minister wants vibrant night time economy to boost tourism ,More steps need to improve Sri Lanka’s night economic activities to woo tourists: State Minister Sri Lanka State Tourism Minister wants vibrant night time economy to boost tourism ,positive,0.974779606
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, turnover tops 4bn for a second day",4/29/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was at 4.1 billion. 1.2 of this came from the capital goods sector.,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, turnover tops 4bn for a second day Turnover was at 4.1 billion. 1.2 of this came from the capital goods sector.",negative,-0.880149424
Sri Lanka Bar calls for police minister to be replaced,4/29/2024,Legal,Minister's statement perpetuates dangerous misconception that justice can be administered arbitrarily,Sri Lanka Bar calls for police minister to be replaced Minister's statement perpetuates dangerous misconception that justice can be administered arbitrarily,negative,-0.988783956
Sri Lanka's Sarvodaya DF gets 3mn loan from EU for agriculture,4/29/2024,Agriculture,"Loan from EDFI Management Company, which is funded through European Union, to develop agri portfolio in the country","Sri Lanka's Sarvodaya DF gets 3mn loan from EU for agriculture Loan from EDFI Management Company, which is funded through European Union, to develop agri portfolio in the country",negative,-0.859755814
"No plan to support UNP or any other party, will only help rebuild SLFP: CBK",4/29/2024,Politics,"""The SLFP has fractured and is now split to six or seven groups. It has been fallen to zero,"" she said.","No plan to support UNP or any other party, will only help rebuild SLFP: CBK ""The SLFP has fractured and is now split to six or seven groups. It has been fallen to zero,"" she said.",negative,-0.999761641
"Sri Lanka to pay Rs 5 Bn in pending EPF, ETF to state plantation workers",4/29/2024,Economy,"""A cabinet paper will be submitted this Monday to pay this entire amount by the government this year,"" he said.","Sri Lanka to pay Rs 5 Bn in pending EPF, ETF to state plantation workers ""A cabinet paper will be submitted this Monday to pay this entire amount by the government this year,"" he said.",negative,-0.988549054
"Time for global north to walk the talk, Sri Lanka official tells World Economic Forum",4/29/2024,International Relations,"""I think this is time for the global north to walk the talk and collaborate,"" he said.","Time for global north to walk the talk, Sri Lanka official tells World Economic Forum ""I think this is time for the global north to walk the talk and collaborate,"" he said.",positive,0.99355644
"Sri Lanka's beggars at traffic lights earning Rs20,000 a day claim police",4/29/2024,Accidents,"Police, Automobile Association seek public help to address beggar menace in city","Sri Lanka's beggars at traffic lights earning Rs20,000 a day claim police Police, Automobile Association seek public help to address beggar menace in city",negative,-0.952445745
Japan Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa to visit Sri Lanka,4/29/2024,Political News,To have discussions with Foreign Minister Sabry and meet President and Prime Minister,Japan Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa to visit Sri Lanka To have discussions with Foreign Minister Sabry and meet President and Prime Minister,positive,0.997705281
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 296.20/40 to US dollar,4/29/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 296.20/40 to US dollar Bond yields were down,negative,-0.999582112
Sri Lanka's EPF net contributions turn negative in 2023,4/29/2024,Economy,Demographers have warned that outflows from the EPF would exceed inflows as Sri Lanka's population aged,Sri Lanka's EPF net contributions turn negative in 2023 Demographers have warned that outflows from the EPF would exceed inflows as Sri Lanka's population aged,negative,-0.999417782
Sri Lanka’s car market set to coast downhill,4/28/2024,Economy,Brand new vans advertised for around half the price of asking price of some second hand ones,Sri Lanka’s car market set to coast downhill Brand new vans advertised for around half the price of asking price of some second hand ones,negative,-0.999444187
Sri Lanka to pay 13.0-pct return to EPF holders for 2023: Minister,4/28/2024,Economy,It was higher than the 9.0 percent return the EPF had paid in recent years,Sri Lanka to pay 13.0-pct return to EPF holders for 2023: Minister It was higher than the 9.0 percent return the EPF had paid in recent years,positive,0.966591954
"Sri Lanka expects 8.5-pct credit growth, $20bn imports in 2024",4/28/2024,Economy,Imports are expected to recover to 20 billion dollars in 2024 from 16.8 billion in 2023. ,"Sri Lanka expects 8.5-pct credit growth, $20bn imports in 2024 Imports are expected to recover to 20 billion dollars in 2024 from 16.8 billion in 2023. ",negative,-0.905313611
Sri Lanka coconut prices tumble for third week at auction,4/28/2024,Agriculture,Coconut prices are down 16 percent from the last auction in December 2023,Sri Lanka coconut prices tumble for third week at auction Coconut prices are down 16 percent from the last auction in December 2023,negative,-0.999306917
Sri Lanka to heat up coffee culture amid tourist revival,4/28/2024,Agriculture,Sri Lanka Coffee festival to be held in June for the third time,Sri Lanka to heat up coffee culture amid tourist revival Sri Lanka Coffee festival to be held in June for the third time,positive,0.997042716
Sri Lanka businesses must embrace competition: President,4/27/2024,Business,"“We must understand how to influence market forces, perhaps even manipulate or direct them,”","Sri Lanka businesses must embrace competition: President “We must understand how to influence market forces, perhaps even manipulate or direct them,”",positive,0.971566916
Sri Lanka’s Ceylon tea exports increase in March,4/27/2024,Tea,Total quantity of tea exported including re-exports with imported tea amounted to 21.25 million kilos. ,Sri Lanka’s Ceylon tea exports increase in March Total quantity of tea exported including re-exports with imported tea amounted to 21.25 million kilos. ,positive,0.632322788
Government in the process of transitioning Sri Lanka economy: State minister,4/27/2024,Economic Crisis,"""Measures to stabilize the economy have thus far been successful""","Government in the process of transitioning Sri Lanka economy: State minister ""Measures to stabilize the economy have thus far been successful""",positive,0.996693969
"Sri Lanka budget deficit down in 2023, tax revenue up 54-pct",4/27/2024,Economy,Deficit lower in absolute terms and as a share of GDP,"Sri Lanka budget deficit down in 2023, tax revenue up 54-pct Deficit lower in absolute terms and as a share of GDP",negative,-0.997886002
Sri Lanka changes fuel price formula ahead of polls; allow flexibility on profit margin,4/27/2024,Energy,Government has reduced the profit margin to 1% from 4% last month to maintain the prices: D V Chanaka,Sri Lanka changes fuel price formula ahead of polls; allow flexibility on profit margin Government has reduced the profit margin to 1% from 4% last month to maintain the prices: D V Chanaka,positive,0.596123338
Shell asked to bring premium fuels to start Sri Lanka retail distribution,4/26/2024,Energy,Shell has already imported petrol and diesel consignments: State Minister ,Shell asked to bring premium fuels to start Sri Lanka retail distribution Shell has already imported petrol and diesel consignments: State Minister ,negative,-0.981836498
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 296.00/30 to US dollar,4/26/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were down, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 296.00/30 to US dollar Bond yields were down, dealers said.",negative,-0.999398112
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, capital goods drive turnover",4/26/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was at 4.1 billion. 1.4 of this came from the capital goods sector.,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, capital goods drive turnover Turnover was at 4.1 billion. 1.4 of this came from the capital goods sector.",negative,-0.799680591
Sri Lanka to draft criminal asset recovery law,4/26/2024,Economic Crisis,Legal draftsman has been instructed to draft a bill on criminal asset recovery,Sri Lanka to draft criminal asset recovery law Legal draftsman has been instructed to draft a bill on criminal asset recovery,negative,-0.688470244
Sri Lanka panel to draw up  petroleum regulator law,4/26/2024,Petroleum,Committee to study introduction of a new regulatory body for the power sector,Sri Lanka panel to draw up  petroleum regulator law Committee to study introduction of a new regulatory body for the power sector,positive,0.888762236
SriLankan to codeshare with Air Seychelles to Africa,4/26/2024,Aviation,New codeshare will expand travel options for passengers from Australia to Africa ,SriLankan to codeshare with Air Seychelles to Africa New codeshare will expand travel options for passengers from Australia to Africa ,positive,0.998292506
German research ship allowed Sri Lanka port call after Chinese-protest led clarification,4/26/2024,Gropolitics,China strongly protested for allowing German research ship last month,German research ship allowed Sri Lanka port call after Chinese-protest led clarification China strongly protested for allowing German research ship last month,negative,-0.986027718
"Sri Lanka's Mattala Airport to be managed by India, Russia companies",4/26/2024,Aviation,Management of MRIA awarded to Russia-India joint venture on a 30-year contract,"Sri Lanka's Mattala Airport to be managed by India, Russia companies Management of MRIA awarded to Russia-India joint venture on a 30-year contract",negative,-0.78589642
"Colombo to become tourist city, no more aragalaya: Sri Lanka President",4/26/2024,Economy,"Republic Square, Navy Headquarters, Old Jetty, Customs House and GPO key components of Colombo Tourist City","Colombo to become tourist city, no more aragalaya: Sri Lanka President Republic Square, Navy Headquarters, Old Jetty, Customs House and GPO key components of Colombo Tourist City",positive,0.985235333
Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 296.10/20 to US dollar,4/26/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down,Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 296.10/20 to US dollar Bond yields were down,negative,-0.999472797
Sri Lanka travel trade promised private visa levies would be lifted from May,4/25/2024,Economy,We have now been assured by the Hon Minister of Tourism that the process will be reversed by 1st May ,Sri Lanka travel trade promised private visa levies would be lifted from May We have now been assured by the Hon Minister of Tourism that the process will be reversed by 1st May ,negative,-0.991263032
Sri Lanka planning to cut withholding tax on interest to help retirees: Minister,4/25/2024,Economy,"Withholding tax may be lifted on interest below Rs100,000 a month","Sri Lanka planning to cut withholding tax on interest to help retirees: Minister Withholding tax may be lifted on interest below Rs100,000 a month",negative,-0.982495785
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 296.85/297.00 to US dollar,4/25/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down,Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 296.85/297.00 to US dollar Bond yields were down,negative,-0.999250114
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, market gets bullish",4/25/2024,Stocks & Companies,Banks were driving this bullishness. Tourism sector also attracted interest.,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, market gets bullish Banks were driving this bullishness. Tourism sector also attracted interest.",positive,0.991816223
SriLankan Engineering implements AMOS ERP,4/25/2024,Aviation,"It will be able to boost engineering productivity, reduce costs and maintain quality and consistency in its maintenance","SriLankan Engineering implements AMOS ERP It will be able to boost engineering productivity, reduce costs and maintain quality and consistency in its maintenance",positive,0.996667564
"Japan grants US$3mn for inland cage aquaculture, hatcheries in Sri Lanka",4/25/2024,Fisheries,"The funds will establish four community-operated mini hatcheries in Batticaloa, Mullaitivu, Anuradhapura and Monaragala ","Japan grants US$3mn for inland cage aquaculture, hatcheries in Sri Lanka The funds will establish four community-operated mini hatcheries in Batticaloa, Mullaitivu, Anuradhapura and Monaragala ",positive,0.939555168
"Unions threaten to ""defeat"" Sri Lanka electricity reforms bill outside parliament",4/25/2024,Energy,"""We say to parliament members, if you have a conscience, do not raise your hand in support of this bill,"" added Jayalal.","Unions threaten to ""defeat"" Sri Lanka electricity reforms bill outside parliament ""We say to parliament members, if you have a conscience, do not raise your hand in support of this bill,"" added Jayalal.",negative,-0.97633481
"Sri Lanka presidential debate: NPP fires back at SJB, asks for alternative dates",4/25/2024,Politics,"""Okay. In that case, we ask the SJB to [propose alternative dates],"" he said.","Sri Lanka presidential debate: NPP fires back at SJB, asks for alternative dates ""Okay. In that case, we ask the SJB to [propose alternative dates],"" he said.",negative,-0.978574097
Climate summit to discuss growth opportunities for Sri Lanka businesses: Chamber,4/25/2024,Business,"""Our competitiveness in the global marketplace is going down as a result of climate change."" ","Climate summit to discuss growth opportunities for Sri Lanka businesses: Chamber ""Our competitiveness in the global marketplace is going down as a result of climate change."" ",negative,-0.998580456
Sri Lanka will need Rs 40 Bn to increase senior citizens' interest rate to 15 pct,4/25/2024,Economy,"He said the Treasury will take a decision with ""great care"".","Sri Lanka will need Rs 40 Bn to increase senior citizens' interest rate to 15 pct He said the Treasury will take a decision with ""great care"".",positive,0.996727824
Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 297.10/20 to US dollar,4/25/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down,Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 297.10/20 to US dollar Bond yields were down,negative,-0.999505997
"Sri Lanka worker migration, passport issues, begin to decline",4/25/2024,Economy,Total departures for all purposes see a recovery,"Sri Lanka worker migration, passport issues, begin to decline Total departures for all purposes see a recovery",positive,0.908642471
No company has come forward to offer Sri Lanka female prisoners paid work: Official,4/24/2024,Employment,Male prisoners have been given work by some private companies for which they are paid 1024 rupees a day.,No company has come forward to offer Sri Lanka female prisoners paid work: Official Male prisoners have been given work by some private companies for which they are paid 1024 rupees a day.,negative,-0.991291583
"Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields fall across maturities, 3-months 9.90-pct",4/24/2024,Bonds & Forex,All offered bills sold,"Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields fall across maturities, 3-months 9.90-pct All offered bills sold",negative,-0.99723345
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 297.95/298.10 to US dollar,4/24/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were flat,Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 297.95/298.10 to US dollar Bond yields were flat,negative,-0.99945122
Global South’s desire to establish independence hinted at Sri Lanka-Iran leaders’ talk,4/24/2024,International Relations,Analysts say Sri Lanka has been receiving more assistance from Global South than rich Global North,Global South’s desire to establish independence hinted at Sri Lanka-Iran leaders’ talk Analysts say Sri Lanka has been receiving more assistance from Global South than rich Global North,negative,-0.99095726
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, small caps see buying interest",4/24/2024,Stocks & Companies,"""There was a run on penny stocks, possibly because banking stocks had slowed down,"" market participants said.","Sri Lanka stocks close up, small caps see buying interest ""There was a run on penny stocks, possibly because banking stocks had slowed down,"" market participants said.",negative,-0.998031437
"Sri Lanka, Iran Presidents inaugurate Uma Oya hydro-electric project",4/24/2024,Economy, Th irrigation and hydropower project was designed and built by Iran's Farab engineering group.,"Sri Lanka, Iran Presidents inaugurate Uma Oya hydro-electric project  Th irrigation and hydropower project was designed and built by Iran's Farab engineering group.",negative,-0.952631891
Sri Lanka FinMin says to confiscate 112 vehicles imported illegally,4/24/2024,Corruption,112 vehicles worth more than 7 billion rupees: State Minister,Sri Lanka FinMin says to confiscate 112 vehicles imported illegally 112 vehicles worth more than 7 billion rupees: State Minister,negative,-0.985460103
Iran President lands in Sri Lanka to open hydro-electric project,4/24/2024,Economy,.,Iran President lands in Sri Lanka to open hydro-electric project .,positive,0.950800002
Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 300.00/40 to US dollar,4/24/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bonds were broadly stable,Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 300.00/40 to US dollar Bonds were broadly stable,positive,0.997729003
Sri Lanka's SJB wants mutually agreeable dates for debate with NPP,4/24/2024,Politics,"""Sajith Premadasa is keen to have this debate,"" he said.","Sri Lanka's SJB wants mutually agreeable dates for debate with NPP ""Sajith Premadasa is keen to have this debate,"" he said.",positive,0.975229144
"Sri Lanka closes express highway, tightens security for Iran President’s visit",4/24/2024,Defence,Raisi's visit comes after Iran's attack on Israel 10 days ago. ,"Sri Lanka closes express highway, tightens security for Iran President’s visit Raisi's visit comes after Iran's attack on Israel 10 days ago. ",positive,0.777464151
Sri Lanka financial account turns $1.3bn in to deficit in 2023 amid heavy repayments,4/24/2024,Economy,The financial account was 1.3 billion dollars in deficit in 2023,Sri Lanka financial account turns $1.3bn in to deficit in 2023 amid heavy repayments The financial account was 1.3 billion dollars in deficit in 2023,negative,-0.998010814
Sri Lanka Freedom Party officials squabble over Rajapakshe appointment,4/24/2024,Politics,SLFP spokesmen also disagree over Rajapakshe's purported candidacy at the upcoming presidential election.,Sri Lanka Freedom Party officials squabble over Rajapakshe appointment SLFP spokesmen also disagree over Rajapakshe's purported candidacy at the upcoming presidential election.,negative,-0.993219912
"Sri Lanka education reforms to involve input of professionals, other stakeholders",4/24/2024,Education,"Globally, he said, the traditional schooling system and supplementary classes are intertwined.","Sri Lanka education reforms to involve input of professionals, other stakeholders Globally, he said, the traditional schooling system and supplementary classes are intertwined.",positive,0.995177627
"Anger, suspicion prevail as Sri Lanka Catholics mark fifth year of Easter attack",4/23/2024,Uncategorized,Catholic leaders strongly express their disappointment over Easter Sunday attack,"Anger, suspicion prevail as Sri Lanka Catholics mark fifth year of Easter attack Catholic leaders strongly express their disappointment over Easter Sunday attack",negative,-0.938762307
"Sri Lanka single borrower limits cut to 25-pct of bank capital, SOEs also included",4/23/2024,Banking,Banks will have to limit exposures to 25 percent starting from January 2026,"Sri Lanka single borrower limits cut to 25-pct of bank capital, SOEs also included Banks will have to limit exposures to 25 percent starting from January 2026",negative,-0.978001595
"Iran President to open Sri Lanka $514mn irrigation, hydro power project",4/23/2024,Agriculture,Project designed and built by Iran's Farab engineering group,"Iran President to open Sri Lanka $514mn irrigation, hydro power project Project designed and built by Iran's Farab engineering group",positive,0.667792797
Sri Lanka state oligopoly allowed to import some black gram,4/23/2024,Economy,"STC, Food Promotion Board and Hadabima Authority allowed to import some black gram","Sri Lanka state oligopoly allowed to import some black gram STC, Food Promotion Board and Hadabima Authority allowed to import some black gram",negative,-0.959961355
Sri Lanka Foreign Ministry consular division shifted to Battaramulla,4/23/2024,Political News,Urgent applications to be submitted by April 26 due to closure,Sri Lanka Foreign Ministry consular division shifted to Battaramulla Urgent applications to be submitted by April 26 due to closure,negative,-0.988447011
Sri Lanka exceeds tax revenue target by 6% in first quarter,4/22/2024,Economy,State Minister believes the 2024 revenue target is achievable,Sri Lanka exceeds tax revenue target by 6% in first quarter State Minister believes the 2024 revenue target is achievable,positive,0.994345725
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 300.50/301.00 to US dollar,4/22/2024,Bonds & Forex,The rupee closed at 302.00/50 to the US dollar on Friday amid moral suasion,Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 300.50/301.00 to US dollar The rupee closed at 302.00/50 to the US dollar on Friday amid moral suasion,negative,-0.992825985
"Air Asia, SriLanka's FITS, Hayleys bid for SriLankan Airlines",4/22/2024,Economy,Six parties bid for SriLankan stake,"Air Asia, SriLanka's FITS, Hayleys bid for SriLankan Airlines Six parties bid for SriLankan stake",negative,-0.957755506
"Sri Lanka stocks up on financials, retail buying",4/22/2024,Markets,Foreigners bought a net of 44 million worth shares ,"Sri Lanka stocks up on financials, retail buying Foreigners bought a net of 44 million worth shares ",positive,0.958099663
Anti-Indian leader gets over two-third majority in Maldives parliamentary polls,4/22/2024,Politics,"Muizzu's ""India out"" camoaign worked successfully, analysts say","Anti-Indian leader gets over two-third majority in Maldives parliamentary polls Muizzu's ""India out"" camoaign worked successfully, analysts say",positive,0.993856609
India’s ITC to launch over $300 mln worth Sri Lankan property this week,4/22/2024,Tourism,ITC Ratnadipa started construction in 2014  and faced several delays,India’s ITC to launch over $300 mln worth Sri Lankan property this week ITC Ratnadipa started construction in 2014  and faced several delays,negative,-0.995598137
Sri Lanka president to contest election under independent party symbol: UNP,4/22/2024,Politics,"""If the SLPP contests, their symbol will be there on the ballot paper,"" he said.","Sri Lanka president to contest election under independent party symbol: UNP ""If the SLPP contests, their symbol will be there on the ballot paper,"" he said.",negative,-0.984567642
Sri Lanka rupee quoted in spot-next dollar market after pressure,4/22/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond market flat,Sri Lanka rupee quoted in spot-next dollar market after pressure Bond market flat,negative,-0.989949942
Sri Lanka Freedom Party has had to import acting chairman: Dayasiri,4/22/2024,Politics,"Speaking at an event, Jayasekara lamented the state of the once-powerful party.","Sri Lanka Freedom Party has had to import acting chairman: Dayasiri Speaking at an event, Jayasekara lamented the state of the once-powerful party.",negative,-0.986416817
Ramayana trail will be game changer for Sri Lanka tourism: Indian envoy,4/22/2024,Tourism,More Indians are interested in visiting Hindu and Buddhist temples in Sri Lanka: Jha,Ramayana trail will be game changer for Sri Lanka tourism: Indian envoy More Indians are interested in visiting Hindu and Buddhist temples in Sri Lanka: Jha,positive,0.992733002
"US, Sri Lanka navies to conduct CARAT 2024 exercise in Trincomalee",4/22/2024,Defence,"""CARAT Sri Lanka will feature the expertise of the US Fleet Anti-Terrorism Security Team (FAST).""","US, Sri Lanka navies to conduct CARAT 2024 exercise in Trincomalee ""CARAT Sri Lanka will feature the expertise of the US Fleet Anti-Terrorism Security Team (FAST).""",positive,0.997768641
Sri Lanka expects to finish Adani wind power price talks by May,4/22/2024,Energy,May be by May we hope to conclude the negotiations,Sri Lanka expects to finish Adani wind power price talks by May May be by May we hope to conclude the negotiations,positive,0.941989422
"IMF official: Sri Lanka’s road ahead is challenging, critical to keep up with reform momentum",4/22/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka has implemented a raft of hard reforms under IMF programme,"IMF official: Sri Lanka’s road ahead is challenging, critical to keep up with reform momentum Sri Lanka has implemented a raft of hard reforms under IMF programme",positive,0.953494251
"Sri Lanka motor racing crash claims 7 lives, 4 critical",4/21/2024,Miscellaneous,Racing car ploughs into spectators,"Sri Lanka motor racing crash claims 7 lives, 4 critical Racing car ploughs into spectators",negative,-0.992128968
"Widespread support for Sri Lanka debt workout, reform progress at IMF/WB meet: Minister",4/21/2024,Economy,The strides made in our economic recovery and financial stability have been acknowledged as significant advancements ,"Widespread support for Sri Lanka debt workout, reform progress at IMF/WB meet: Minister The strides made in our economic recovery and financial stability have been acknowledged as significant advancements ",positive,0.999285877
Sri Lanka choices recalled in Vietnam debate on monetary and fiscal options to target output,4/21/2024,Economy,"So there is an issue of policy mix which we're talking, which we've been engaging the authorities with","Sri Lanka choices recalled in Vietnam debate on monetary and fiscal options to target output So there is an issue of policy mix which we're talking, which we've been engaging the authorities with",negative,-0.95344466
Sri Lanka's Easter Bombings:  A Preventable Tragedy,4/21/2024,Op-ed/Special Reports,"If it was, preventable, then why was it not?","Sri Lanka's Easter Bombings:  A Preventable Tragedy If it was, preventable, then why was it not?",negative,-0.998468935
"SriLankan Air Europe flight times extended, payloads cut amid Israel-Iran attacks",4/20/2024,Aviation,Passenger miss flights due to earlier departures,"SriLankan Air Europe flight times extended, payloads cut amid Israel-Iran attacks Passenger miss flights due to earlier departures",negative,-0.993678629
"Sri Lanka's Softlogic says restructuring debt, seeking investors for hotels, ODEL",4/20/2024,Markets,"One key strategy is the disposal of identified assets, phasing out certain sectors of the Group, and infusing equity","Sri Lanka's Softlogic says restructuring debt, seeking investors for hotels, ODEL One key strategy is the disposal of identified assets, phasing out certain sectors of the Group, and infusing equity",positive,0.798113644
Paris Club reassures continued support to debt restructuring Sri Lanka,4/20/2024,Debt Restructuring,Sri Lanka's debt restructuring process has been slower than expected ,Paris Club reassures continued support to debt restructuring Sri Lanka Sri Lanka's debt restructuring process has been slower than expected ,negative,-0.986527026
Overcoming Old and New Challenges for an Inclusive Democracy,4/20/2024,Political News,"Such a fund, he says would ensure transparency.","Overcoming Old and New Challenges for an Inclusive Democracy Such a fund, he says would ensure transparency.",positive,0.997183621
"Sri Lanka discussing extra land, water, for Chinese oil refinery",4/19/2024,Energy,"Discussions with China's Sinopec to give extra land, assure water supplies after company decided to expand capacity","Sri Lanka discussing extra land, water, for Chinese oil refinery Discussions with China's Sinopec to give extra land, assure water supplies after company decided to expand capacity",negative,-0.917771518
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 302.00/50 to the US dollar,4/19/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady,Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 302.00/50 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady,positive,0.940371871
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, banks trade down",4/19/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover at 1.4bn. Diversified financials and banks continued to see selling pressure due to uncertainty on bond talks,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, banks trade down Turnover at 1.4bn. Diversified financials and banks continued to see selling pressure due to uncertainty on bond talks",negative,-0.997602165
Sri Lanka's Galadari plans $20mn loan from UAE's Masheq Bank,4/19/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Loan includes the principal facility of AED 73,400,000 and a green loan tranche up to AED 14,680,000","Sri Lanka's Galadari plans $20mn loan from UAE's Masheq Bank Loan includes the principal facility of AED 73,400,000 and a green loan tranche up to AED 14,680,000",negative,-0.883719921
Sri Lanka opposition leader questions visa fee hike,4/19/2024,Politics,"""When this decision was made, did the government not do a scientific analysis?"" he said.","Sri Lanka opposition leader questions visa fee hike ""When this decision was made, did the government not do a scientific analysis?"" he said.",negative,-0.986654997
Wickremesinghe will win no more than 2.5 mn votes at presidential poll: SJB,4/19/2024,Politics,"""I predict that, if Mr Wickremesinghe contests, he won't get more than 2.5 million votes.""","Wickremesinghe will win no more than 2.5 mn votes at presidential poll: SJB ""I predict that, if Mr Wickremesinghe contests, he won't get more than 2.5 million votes.""",negative,-0.995264411
Sri Lanka Catholic church spokesman questioned over info on Easter attack,4/19/2024,Politics,"""I don't know to what extent the statement I made will be useful,"" he said.","Sri Lanka Catholic church spokesman questioned over info on Easter attack ""I don't know to what extent the statement I made will be useful,"" he said.",negative,-0.996259212
Sri Lanka's FitsAir begins Colombo-Dhaka flights,4/19/2024,Aviation,FitsAir will initially operate two weekly flights Wednesday and Sunday on Dhaka-Colombo route with Airbus A320 aircraft ,Sri Lanka's FitsAir begins Colombo-Dhaka flights FitsAir will initially operate two weekly flights Wednesday and Sunday on Dhaka-Colombo route with Airbus A320 aircraft ,negative,-0.673038006
Sri Lanka to establish youth centres with bank executives and trade board members,4/19/2024,Economy,"""To nurture budding entrepreneurs through these centres,"" President","Sri Lanka to establish youth centres with bank executives and trade board members ""To nurture budding entrepreneurs through these centres,"" President",positive,0.998095095
Canadian support for women entrepreneurs in Sri Lanka's north,4/19/2024,Economy,"World University Service of Canada and Hatch, Yarl IT, LIIN, DMZ, the Criterion Institute empower women in North","Canadian support for women entrepreneurs in Sri Lanka's north World University Service of Canada and Hatch, Yarl IT, LIIN, DMZ, the Criterion Institute empower women in North",positive,0.997174263
Sri Lanka rupee quoted wide to US dollar as peg inconsistencies flare up,4/19/2024,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka inconsistent peg rears its head,Sri Lanka rupee quoted wide to US dollar as peg inconsistencies flare up Sri Lanka inconsistent peg rears its head,negative,-0.997987628
"Sri Lanka bonds trade flat, stocks down",4/19/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady. CSE down,"Sri Lanka bonds trade flat, stocks down Bond yields were broadly steady. CSE down",negative,-0.994961739
Sri Lanka at IMF/WB meeting stress need for concessional loans for Middle Income nations,4/19/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka  lost the access to concessional loans when the economy improved to Middle Income category,Sri Lanka at IMF/WB meeting stress need for concessional loans for Middle Income nations Sri Lanka  lost the access to concessional loans when the economy improved to Middle Income category,negative,-0.998833358
Hopeful of Sri Lanka ISB restructuring deal despite 'some setbacks': IMF Official,4/19/2024,Economy,I'm hopeful that there will be some conclusions down the road,Hopeful of Sri Lanka ISB restructuring deal despite 'some setbacks': IMF Official I'm hopeful that there will be some conclusions down the road,positive,0.998121917
World Bank’s IFC emphasizes private sector engagement in Sri Lanka’s growth,4/19/2024,Economy,IFC is the advisor for the restructuring of Sri Lanka's state-owned enterprises ,World Bank’s IFC emphasizes private sector engagement in Sri Lanka’s growth IFC is the advisor for the restructuring of Sri Lanka's state-owned enterprises ,positive,0.998323977
"Sajith's favourability improves in March, but AKD continues lead: Sri Lanka survey",4/18/2024,Politics,"However, all potential candidates including them had negative ratings for the month.","Sajith's favourability improves in March, but AKD continues lead: Sri Lanka survey However, all potential candidates including them had negative ratings for the month.",positive,0.964932382
Sri Lankans trapped in Myanmar forced labour cyberscam come home,4/18/2024,Employment,Eight Sri Lankans trafficked for forced criminal activities in cyber scamming compounds in Myanmar returned to Sri Lanka,Sri Lankans trapped in Myanmar forced labour cyberscam come home Eight Sri Lankans trafficked for forced criminal activities in cyber scamming compounds in Myanmar returned to Sri Lanka,negative,-0.970342159
Transparency International files fundamental rights case over medical supplies procurement,4/18/2024,Courts,"Cabinet, health officials, companies involved in supply of Human-IG, Customs, Police, CIABOC, among 66 respondent","Transparency International files fundamental rights case over medical supplies procurement Cabinet, health officials, companies involved in supply of Human-IG, Customs, Police, CIABOC, among 66 respondent",negative,-0.59089154
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 301.50/302.00 to the US dollar,4/18/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 301.50/302.00 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady.,positive,0.997264266
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, selling pressure on diversified financials, banks",4/18/2024,Stocks & Companies,"""This was possibly driven by the uncertainty about the direction of the bond talks,""","Sri Lanka stocks close down, selling pressure on diversified financials, banks ""This was possibly driven by the uncertainty about the direction of the bond talks,""",negative,-0.999080658
Sri Lanka Freedom Party crisis: Enjoining order extended till May 09,4/18/2024,Politics,SLFP acting general secretary Mithrapala has filed objections at the National Election Commission to new appointments.,Sri Lanka Freedom Party crisis: Enjoining order extended till May 09 SLFP acting general secretary Mithrapala has filed objections at the National Election Commission to new appointments.,negative,-0.988577604
"Sri Lanka Police, Environmental Authority ask public to report noise pollution and burning trash",4/18/2024,Crime,Police announce environmental damage hotlines 1997 and 1981,"Sri Lanka Police, Environmental Authority ask public to report noise pollution and burning trash Police announce environmental damage hotlines 1997 and 1981",negative,-0.991984427
Dayasiri rushes to Sirisena's defence in new twist to Sri Lanka Freedom Party saga,4/18/2024,Politics,Jayasekara claimed that a conspiracy has been hatched against the party.,Dayasiri rushes to Sirisena's defence in new twist to Sri Lanka Freedom Party saga Jayasekara claimed that a conspiracy has been hatched against the party.,negative,-0.957309127
Sri Lanka's Hunas Holdings to offer room nights trading with Japan firm,4/18/2024,Business,Investors who want to take on risk could also book rooms ahead of time and try to sell them at higher rates later,Sri Lanka's Hunas Holdings to offer room nights trading with Japan firm Investors who want to take on risk could also book rooms ahead of time and try to sell them at higher rates later,negative,-0.992884934
Sri Lanka's Commercial Credit Singapore key shareholder under liquidation order,4/18/2024,Stocks & Companies,"""The operations of the company will not be impacted as of now by the circumstances detailed above""","Sri Lanka's Commercial Credit Singapore key shareholder under liquidation order ""The operations of the company will not be impacted as of now by the circumstances detailed above""",negative,-0.719426274
Sri Lanka firms expected to start gender equality panels in planned law,4/18/2024,Business,Gender Focal Point shall be main point of contact in respective institution with regard to addressing gender issues,Sri Lanka firms expected to start gender equality panels in planned law Gender Focal Point shall be main point of contact in respective institution with regard to addressing gender issues,positive,0.988195181
Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata and Airtel unit merger given nod,4/18/2024,Stocks & Companies,The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL) has granted its approval for the proposed merger,Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata and Airtel unit merger given nod The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL) has granted its approval for the proposed merger,positive,0.632638693
Sri Lanka to conclude most SOE sales by August; Srilankan by Sept,4/18/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka has yet to conclude any SOE reforms despite more than two years since declared bankruptcy ,Sri Lanka to conclude most SOE sales by August; Srilankan by Sept Sri Lanka has yet to conclude any SOE reforms despite more than two years since declared bankruptcy ,negative,-0.992745697
Sri Lanka electricity sector reforms gazetted,4/18/2024,Power,Public will have two weeks from day of presenting Bill to Parliament to challenge its legality in Supreme Court,Sri Lanka electricity sector reforms gazetted Public will have two weeks from day of presenting Bill to Parliament to challenge its legality in Supreme Court,negative,-0.984401762
Sri Lanka tourist visa fees for SAARC citizens up 167-pct with VFS Global levy?,4/18/2024,Business,ASEAN region visitors hit by at least 87-pct increase,Sri Lanka tourist visa fees for SAARC citizens up 167-pct with VFS Global levy? ASEAN region visitors hit by at least 87-pct increase,negative,-0.980114877
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 301.00/302.05 to the US dollar,4/18/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were steady,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 301.00/302.05 to the US dollar Bond yields were steady,positive,0.996365428
Japan assures fast track to Sri Lanka's debt restructuring: State FinMin,4/18/2024,Economy,Japan has assured strong backing to Sri Lanka's post-economic crisis revival,Japan assures fast track to Sri Lanka's debt restructuring: State FinMin Japan has assured strong backing to Sri Lanka's post-economic crisis revival,positive,0.998218596
Iran rescues 21 Sri Lanka sailors from storm tossed tanker,4/18/2024,Logistics,Cook Islands-flagged tanker had been caught in heavy storms ,Iran rescues 21 Sri Lanka sailors from storm tossed tanker Cook Islands-flagged tanker had been caught in heavy storms ,negative,-0.570948243
Sri Lanka to resume bondholder talks after IMF checks their latest proposal,4/18/2024,Economy,Bondholders are insisting on a GDP link as they believe IMF GDP growth projections are too narrow,Sri Lanka to resume bondholder talks after IMF checks their latest proposal Bondholders are insisting on a GDP link as they believe IMF GDP growth projections are too narrow,negative,-0.998801112
Sri Lanka's discussions with bondholders constructive: State finance minister,4/17/2024,Economic Crisis,Next steps would entail further consultation with IMF staff regarding assessments of compatibility of latest proposals,Sri Lanka's discussions with bondholders constructive: State finance minister Next steps would entail further consultation with IMF staff regarding assessments of compatibility of latest proposals,positive,0.961587787
Sri Lanka rupee weakens at 301.00/302.05 to the US dollar,4/17/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee weakens at 301.00/302.05 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady.,negative,-0.625633657
Sri Lanka Treasury Bill yields down across maturities,4/17/2024,Bonds & Forex,The debt office sold all 30 billion rupees of 3-month bills offered.,Sri Lanka Treasury Bill yields down across maturities The debt office sold all 30 billion rupees of 3-month bills offered.,negative,-0.992224216
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, banks and index heavyweights see interest",4/17/2024,Bonds & Forex,"""There were mixed sentiments. Interest came into banks and index heavyweights.""","Sri Lanka stocks close up, banks and index heavyweights see interest ""There were mixed sentiments. Interest came into banks and index heavyweights.""",negative,-0.799874663
Sri Lankan fishermen released from Myanmar prison on Burmese new year,4/17/2024,Fisheries,15 fishermen taken into custody by Myanmar authorities sentenced to 7 years rigorous imprisonment given general amnesty,Sri Lankan fishermen released from Myanmar prison on Burmese new year 15 fishermen taken into custody by Myanmar authorities sentenced to 7 years rigorous imprisonment given general amnesty,negative,-0.953915298
"Sri Lanka's UNP scoffs at SJB v NPP debate, calls it 'battle of empty rhetoric'",4/17/2024,Politics,"""Two sides that engage in empty rhetoric are about to get on a stage. We can see that.""","Sri Lanka's UNP scoffs at SJB v NPP debate, calls it 'battle of empty rhetoric' ""Two sides that engage in empty rhetoric are about to get on a stage. We can see that.""",negative,-0.980342686
Sri Lanka bike mounted police learning to shoot from the seat,4/17/2024,Crime,"Team being trained to take aim while riding, IGP says","Sri Lanka bike mounted police learning to shoot from the seat Team being trained to take aim while riding, IGP says",positive,0.764260709
Sri Lanka Parliamentary groups call for sensitivity training for staff at public places,4/17/2024,Government services,"Staff of Sethsiripaya (and other public spaces) be sensitised, informed about rights of persons with disabilities","Sri Lanka Parliamentary groups call for sensitivity training for staff at public places Staff of Sethsiripaya (and other public spaces) be sensitised, informed about rights of persons with disabilities",positive,0.978217363
"Sri Lanka's SJB slams NPP's 'debt audit' proposal, insists restructuring is essential",4/17/2024,Economy,"""Please understand that the global financial market does not work this way,"" said de Silva.","Sri Lanka's SJB slams NPP's 'debt audit' proposal, insists restructuring is essential ""Please understand that the global financial market does not work this way,"" said de Silva.",negative,-0.991901577
Sri Lanka tourism can be bolstered by leveraging the Pekoe Trail: President,4/17/2024,Tourism,The EU and USAID have extended their support to the Pekoe Trail project. ,Sri Lanka tourism can be bolstered by leveraging the Pekoe Trail: President The EU and USAID have extended their support to the Pekoe Trail project. ,positive,0.998334467
Sri Lanka seeks continued support from bilateral and multilateral partners,4/17/2024,Economy,"""Shifting the economy to a new growth path which is led by non-debt creating inflows including exports""","Sri Lanka seeks continued support from bilateral and multilateral partners ""Shifting the economy to a new growth path which is led by non-debt creating inflows including exports""",positive,0.97989285
"Sri Lanka jacks up tourist visa fees 50-pct, adds another charge to scrap existing ETA",4/17/2024,Business,Portal says another $18.5 will be charged per visa,"Sri Lanka jacks up tourist visa fees 50-pct, adds another charge to scrap existing ETA Portal says another $18.5 will be charged per visa",negative,-0.996050656
Sri Lanka rupee opens steady at 300.00/75 to the US dollar,4/17/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields remained broadly steady as well ahead of the bill auction.,Sri Lanka rupee opens steady at 300.00/75 to the US dollar Bond yields remained broadly steady as well ahead of the bill auction.,positive,0.997192919
Sri Lanka's UNP invites four SJB heavyweights to return to president's party,4/17/2024,Politics,"""I ask you to join in good faith in this new year,"" said Bandara.","Sri Lanka's UNP invites four SJB heavyweights to return to president's party ""I ask you to join in good faith in this new year,"" said Bandara.",positive,0.999156713
Sri Lanka rupee will be taken to Rs270 to dollar: President,4/17/2024,Economy,We will take it to 270. Then you can buy more for the rupee,Sri Lanka rupee will be taken to Rs270 to dollar: President We will take it to 270. Then you can buy more for the rupee,negative,-0.986605942
"Eyeing Green Bonds, Sri Lanka State FinMin takes part at WB Biodiversity Financing forum",4/17/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka has been attempting to tap global market for Green Bonds since 2023,"Eyeing Green Bonds, Sri Lanka State FinMin takes part at WB Biodiversity Financing forum Sri Lanka has been attempting to tap global market for Green Bonds since 2023",positive,0.895306587
"Sri Lanka police chief vows to step up fight against crime, drugs; hints to increase resources",4/17/2024,Crime,Tennakoon claims huge success in fighting against drug menace,"Sri Lanka police chief vows to step up fight against crime, drugs; hints to increase resources Tennakoon claims huge success in fighting against drug menace",positive,0.995046735
"Sri Lanka opposition welcomes ESG bond idea in ISB restructure, slams secrecy",4/16/2024,Economy,Says possible to discuss a detachable value recovery instrument,"Sri Lanka opposition welcomes ESG bond idea in ISB restructure, slams secrecy Says possible to discuss a detachable value recovery instrument",negative,-0.778950453
"Sri Lanka agrees to state contingent factor in ISB exchange, ESG bonds also in play",4/16/2024,Economy,Bondholders make suggestion for upside and downside bonds based on a baseline scenario,"Sri Lanka agrees to state contingent factor in ISB exchange, ESG bonds also in play Bondholders make suggestion for upside and downside bonds based on a baseline scenario",negative,-0.908058405
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 300.00/75 to the US dollar,4/16/2024,Bonds & Forex,While bond yields remained broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 300.00/75 to the US dollar While bond yields remained broadly steady.,negative,-0.897719502
SJB accuses NPP of avoiding calls for Sri Lanka presidential debate,4/16/2024,Politics,"""We're ready for both. The JVP is avoiding the issue,"" said Rajakaruna.","SJB accuses NPP of avoiding calls for Sri Lanka presidential debate ""We're ready for both. The JVP is avoiding the issue,"" said Rajakaruna.",negative,-0.996093094
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, banks take hit after ISB no deal",4/16/2024,Bonds & Forex,Banks saw selling pressure due to lack of deal with ISB bondholders,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, banks take hit after ISB no deal Banks saw selling pressure due to lack of deal with ISB bondholders",negative,-0.998693526
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka Freedom Party official accuses seniors of betrayal,4/16/2024,Politics,"""We will never allow the destruction of the SLFP,"" he said.","Crisis-hit Sri Lanka Freedom Party official accuses seniors of betrayal ""We will never allow the destruction of the SLFP,"" he said.",negative,-0.993635058
"Peradeniya University Sri Lanka, University of Illinois sign MoU for exchange program",4/16/2024,Education,"Exchange program in education and research, would provide an opportunity for Sri Lankan students","Peradeniya University Sri Lanka, University of Illinois sign MoU for exchange program Exchange program in education and research, would provide an opportunity for Sri Lankan students",positive,0.99861145
"Sri Lanka justice minister pondering presidential bid, to decide in coming weeks",4/16/2024,Politics,"""I plan to think it over and take a decision over the next few weeks,"" he added.","Sri Lanka justice minister pondering presidential bid, to decide in coming weeks ""I plan to think it over and take a decision over the next few weeks,"" he added.",positive,0.664423883
"Sri Lanka, Kyrgyz Republic to expand economic cooperation",4/16/2024,Trade,Foreign Office consultations between Sri Lanka and Kyrgyz Republic held in Bishkek,"Sri Lanka, Kyrgyz Republic to expand economic cooperation Foreign Office consultations between Sri Lanka and Kyrgyz Republic held in Bishkek",positive,0.971384227
"Sri Lanka manufacturing expand amid falling prices, services surge: PMI",4/16/2024,Economy,Manufacturing and services sectors expanded in March ahead of a traditional New Year,"Sri Lanka manufacturing expand amid falling prices, services surge: PMI Manufacturing and services sectors expanded in March ahead of a traditional New Year",positive,0.998127759
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 299.00/25 to the US dollar,4/16/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 299.00/25 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady.,positive,0.998838723
Sri Lanka could get hit from a disorderly US tumble: Bellwether,4/16/2024,Bellwether,Every time the US engaged in bad policy Sri Lanka was hit,Sri Lanka could get hit from a disorderly US tumble: Bellwether Every time the US engaged in bad policy Sri Lanka was hit,negative,-0.994971991
"IMF urged Sri Lanka to preserve ""hard earned gains"" after economic crisis: State FinMin",4/16/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka has so far successfully fulfilled most commitments it agreed under the IMF programme ,"IMF urged Sri Lanka to preserve ""hard earned gains"" after economic crisis: State FinMin Sri Lanka has so far successfully fulfilled most commitments it agreed under the IMF programme ",positive,0.99731642
Sri Lanka State FinMin meets BCIU in US; discusses post-crisis investment prospects ,4/16/2024,Economic Crisis,Semasinghe-led Sri Lankan delegation is in US for IMF/World Bank Spring Meetings,Sri Lanka State FinMin meets BCIU in US; discusses post-crisis investment prospects  Semasinghe-led Sri Lankan delegation is in US for IMF/World Bank Spring Meetings,positive,0.985681534
"India allows Sri Lanka to import 10,000MT of onions",4/15/2024,Economy,National Co-operative Exports Limited will ship the onions,"India allows Sri Lanka to import 10,000MT of onions National Co-operative Exports Limited will ship the onions",negative,-0.630725801
"Iran President to visit Sr Lanka amid rising tension, inaugurate Uma Oya project",4/15/2024,Economy,The long delayed project was originally to be completed in 2024,"Iran President to visit Sr Lanka amid rising tension, inaugurate Uma Oya project The long delayed project was originally to be completed in 2024",negative,-0.996387005
Sri Lanka to discuss two contentious points with bondholders: report,4/15/2024,Economy,The matters will be discussed at round of talks in the near future,Sri Lanka to discuss two contentious points with bondholders: report The matters will be discussed at round of talks in the near future,positive,0.989499748
"BIMSTEC Secretary General visits Sri Lanka, discusses regional cooperation",4/15/2024,Trade,Met with senior officials to discuss measures to enhance regional cooperation under various BIMSTEC initiatives,"BIMSTEC Secretary General visits Sri Lanka, discusses regional cooperation Met with senior officials to discuss measures to enhance regional cooperation under various BIMSTEC initiatives",positive,0.993323147
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 299.00/10 to the US dollar,4/15/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady,Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 299.00/10 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady,positive,0.845196247
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, turnover at 2.5bn",4/15/2024,Stocks & Companies,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Monday, data on its site showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close down, turnover at 2.5bn The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Monday, data on its site showed.",negative,-0.998225987
"Sri Lanka SOEs place Rs33,949 debt on each citizen: restructuring unit",4/15/2024,Economic Crisis,52 State-Owned Enterprises in Sri Lanka incurred losses of LKR 744.6 billion in 2022,"Sri Lanka SOEs place Rs33,949 debt on each citizen: restructuring unit 52 State-Owned Enterprises in Sri Lanka incurred losses of LKR 744.6 billion in 2022",negative,-0.98777163
Sri Lanka's Unisyst Engineering Plc delists from CSE,4/15/2024,Stocks & Companies,"SEC approval to delist Unisyst Engineering PLC shares, at an exit offer price of 6 rupees a share","Sri Lanka's Unisyst Engineering Plc delists from CSE SEC approval to delist Unisyst Engineering PLC shares, at an exit offer price of 6 rupees a share",negative,-0.999023318
Kaushali Kusumapala appointed Coca-Cola Country Director for Sri Lanka and the Maldives,4/15/2024,Business,"She will collaborate with bottling partners, Coca-Cola Beverages Sri Lanka and Male’ Aerated Water Company, stakeholde...","Kaushali Kusumapala appointed Coca-Cola Country Director for Sri Lanka and the Maldives She will collaborate with bottling partners, Coca-Cola Beverages Sri Lanka and Male’ Aerated Water Company, stakeholde...",positive,0.943967819
Sri Lanka airport briefed on Boeing B777-9 operations,4/15/2024,Aviation,Boeing's B-777X models promises greater fuel efficiency w,Sri Lanka airport briefed on Boeing B777-9 operations Boeing's B-777X models promises greater fuel efficiency w,positive,0.979581714
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 298.40/60 to the US dollar,4/15/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields steady,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 298.40/60 to the US dollar Bond yields steady,positive,0.997641206
"Sri Lanka seeks parliamentary budget officer for Rs655,000",4/15/2024,Economy,PBO will analyse every public finance document and brief MPs on costs benefits plus,"Sri Lanka seeks parliamentary budget officer for Rs655,000 PBO will analyse every public finance document and brief MPs on costs benefits plus",negative,-0.95155412
"No rice imports permitted in Sri Lanka, says State FinMin",4/15/2024,Agriculture,The government reduced import tax on rice by 65 rupees for 19 days in January to encourage imports ,"No rice imports permitted in Sri Lanka, says State FinMin The government reduced import tax on rice by 65 rupees for 19 days in January to encourage imports ",negative,-0.991794527
Sri Lanka private credit expands in February,4/15/2024,Banking,Rupee appreciation leads to parity changes in dollar credit,Sri Lanka private credit expands in February Rupee appreciation leads to parity changes in dollar credit,positive,0.947120786
Sri Lanka eyes speedy debt resolution at IMF/WB Spring Meetings: State Finmin,4/14/2024,Economy,"Sri Lanka has made steady progress in debt restructuring, though it was not up to the expected speed ","Sri Lanka eyes speedy debt resolution at IMF/WB Spring Meetings: State Finmin Sri Lanka has made steady progress in debt restructuring, though it was not up to the expected speed ",positive,0.987361193
Sri Lanka undershoots inflation target in first quarter despite VAT hike,4/14/2024,Economy,In our expectation it will remain around 4-5 percent in the next 12 to 18 months,Sri Lanka undershoots inflation target in first quarter despite VAT hike In our expectation it will remain around 4-5 percent in the next 12 to 18 months,negative,-0.981550455
LGBTQIA+ Rights: Europe and South Asia See Similar Discriminatory Practices,4/14/2024,Culture,Society’s view on same-sex relationships dimmed with the imposition of Western values ,LGBTQIA+ Rights: Europe and South Asia See Similar Discriminatory Practices Society’s view on same-sex relationships dimmed with the imposition of Western values ,negative,-0.997119784
Sri Lanka making new economic laws to embed structural reforms,4/14/2024,Economy,Several existing laws are also being changed,Sri Lanka making new economic laws to embed structural reforms Several existing laws are also being changed,negative,-0.538854182
"After PM’s Chinese visit, US NSA talks to Sri Lanka President’s advisor on peace, security",4/13/2024,Defence,"US NSA spokes about bilateral engagement, regional security in the Indian Ocean","After PM’s Chinese visit, US NSA talks to Sri Lanka President’s advisor on peace, security US NSA spokes about bilateral engagement, regional security in the Indian Ocean",positive,0.796663761
"Sri Lanka Diesel sales at 7-month high in March, Petrol at 3-month high",4/13/2024,Energy,Data show sales are on rise after economic crisis,"Sri Lanka Diesel sales at 7-month high in March, Petrol at 3-month high Data show sales are on rise after economic crisis",positive,0.989409328
Sri Lanka making national tariff policy for export orientation,4/13/2024,Economy,Para tariffs to be phased out,Sri Lanka making national tariff policy for export orientation Para tariffs to be phased out,negative,-0.998541355
Sri Lanka to grow 1.9-pct in 2024 despite tax hikes: ADB,4/12/2024,Economy,Reforms and improvement to business climate to help,Sri Lanka to grow 1.9-pct in 2024 despite tax hikes: ADB Reforms and improvement to business climate to help,positive,0.995521188
Sri Lanka political elites' vested interests linked to weak institutional structures: Study,4/12/2024,Political News,Any form of institutional strengthening could lead to their private gains being investigated as well,Sri Lanka political elites' vested interests linked to weak institutional structures: Study Any form of institutional strengthening could lead to their private gains being investigated as well,negative,-0.990548551
"Vietnam businesswoman sentenced to death, central banker to life over bad credit",4/12/2024,Finance,"Several bank supervision, state audit and financial regulator officials also jailed","Vietnam businesswoman sentenced to death, central banker to life over bad credit Several bank supervision, state audit and financial regulator officials also jailed",negative,-0.997100532
Sri Lanka Yukthiya operations leading addicts to seek Ayurveda high,4/12/2024,Health,"A shortage of drugs due to Yukthiya crackdown has led some addicts to look for alternative medicines, minister says","Sri Lanka Yukthiya operations leading addicts to seek Ayurveda high A shortage of drugs due to Yukthiya crackdown has led some addicts to look for alternative medicines, minister says",negative,-0.989750922
Arms manufacturers show Indian capability to Sri Lankan military,4/12/2024,Defence,India's military equipment export has risen 10 fold to $2.6 billion in last five years: Indian Envoy,Arms manufacturers show Indian capability to Sri Lankan military India's military equipment export has risen 10 fold to $2.6 billion in last five years: Indian Envoy,positive,0.968456686
Sri Lanka govt waits for LD approval to establish Chartered Institute for Journalists: Minister,4/11/2024,Government services,Plan to set up professional body for journalists was passed in 2021,Sri Lanka govt waits for LD approval to establish Chartered Institute for Journalists: Minister Plan to set up professional body for journalists was passed in 2021,negative,-0.984459519
Sri Lanka consumer confidence surges to new peak in March 2024,4/11/2024,Economy,"""Indices have been improving since the start of this year, so the general trend has been up.""","Sri Lanka consumer confidence surges to new peak in March 2024 ""Indices have been improving since the start of this year, so the general trend has been up.""",positive,0.992117345
Activist complains to Sri Lanka bribery commission on election deposit increase,4/11/2024,Politics,"""Only thieving parties will be able to contest elections in the future,"" he said.","Activist complains to Sri Lanka bribery commission on election deposit increase ""Only thieving parties will be able to contest elections in the future,"" he said.",negative,-0.994491935
"Sri Lanka airport, port get scanners and smart toilets from Japan",4/11/2024,Tourism,"Scanners that detect diseases, baggage, body, passport, and biometric access control gifted under IOM project ","Sri Lanka airport, port get scanners and smart toilets from Japan Scanners that detect diseases, baggage, body, passport, and biometric access control gifted under IOM project ",negative,-0.958251357
"War of words continues between Sri Lanka's SJB, NPP on debate",4/11/2024,Politics,NPP member and All Ceylon Farmers Federation Convener Namal Karunaratne scoffed at the suggestion of a debate.,"War of words continues between Sri Lanka's SJB, NPP on debate NPP member and All Ceylon Farmers Federation Convener Namal Karunaratne scoffed at the suggestion of a debate.",negative,-0.995933115
"Sri Lanka Construction Guarantee Fund premiums plunges, investment income up",4/11/2024,General Economy,Premium income at Sri Lanka's Construction Guarantee Fund plunged 87 percent in 2023 amid a downturn in the industry,"Sri Lanka Construction Guarantee Fund premiums plunges, investment income up Premium income at Sri Lanka's Construction Guarantee Fund plunged 87 percent in 2023 amid a downturn in the industry",negative,-0.992194176
Sri Lanka's central bank buys $715mn from fx markets in March,4/11/2024,Bonds & Forex,Gross official reserves went up by 431 million US dollars in March as debt was repaid from domestic savings,Sri Lanka's central bank buys $715mn from fx markets in March Gross official reserves went up by 431 million US dollars in March as debt was repaid from domestic savings,negative,-0.976787508
Sri Lanka to pilot pre-arrival processing of import shipments from May,4/10/2024,Shipping,"""We plan on getting cargo information 48 hours before the departure of the ship from the foreign port,""","Sri Lanka to pilot pre-arrival processing of import shipments from May ""We plan on getting cargo information 48 hours before the departure of the ship from the foreign port,""",negative,-0.95943886
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 298.50/55 to the US dollar,4/10/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields broadly steady,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 298.50/55 to the US dollar Bond yields broadly steady,positive,0.997804821
"For Sri Lanka and India, cooperation is the only option: High Commissioner",4/10/2024,Defence,"For us, as close and proximate neighbours, cooperation is the only option,"" Santosh Jha tells India-SL Defence Seminar","For Sri Lanka and India, cooperation is the only option: High Commissioner For us, as close and proximate neighbours, cooperation is the only option,"" Santosh Jha tells India-SL Defence Seminar",negative,-0.976394117
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, All Share passes 12,000",4/10/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Turnover was at 2.9 billion. Banks, and Sampath Bank in particular, brought in most of the value.","Sri Lanka stocks close up, All Share passes 12,000 Turnover was at 2.9 billion. Banks, and Sampath Bank in particular, brought in most of the value.",positive,0.996408403
"Sri Lanka president asks new owners not to mortgage, sell houses",4/10/2024,Construction and Real Estate,"Tells Kajimawatte residents given new flats, 'this house will become your most valuable property","Sri Lanka president asks new owners not to mortgage, sell houses Tells Kajimawatte residents given new flats, 'this house will become your most valuable property",positive,0.998794436
Sri Lanka voter lists opened for public scrutiny,4/10/2024,Polls,Election Commission has announced that it would be posting its 2024 electoral roll for public viewing for revisions,Sri Lanka voter lists opened for public scrutiny Election Commission has announced that it would be posting its 2024 electoral roll for public viewing for revisions,negative,-0.975275636
Sri Lanka minister declines to explain pardon sought for convicted monk,4/10/2024,Crime,The monk was sentenced to four years in prison with hard labour for hate speech against Muslims.  ,Sri Lanka minister declines to explain pardon sought for convicted monk The monk was sentenced to four years in prison with hard labour for hate speech against Muslims.  ,negative,-0.986964285
"Sri Lanka to recruit 2,500 teachers for English medium",4/10/2024,Education,English-medium teachers to get same salaries as state sector teachers even though they have higher private sector demand,"Sri Lanka to recruit 2,500 teachers for English medium English-medium teachers to get same salaries as state sector teachers even though they have higher private sector demand",negative,-0.986391187
Sri Lanka President does not want to create election mentality amid reforms: state minister ,4/10/2024,Politics,Sri Lanka is likely to hold presidential polls between Sept 18 - Oct 18,Sri Lanka President does not want to create election mentality amid reforms: state minister  Sri Lanka is likely to hold presidential polls between Sept 18 - Oct 18,negative,-0.998060286
"Sri Lanka adds 182,000 to get tax payer income support, Rs58bn paid",4/10/2024,Economy,The new beneficiaries were added taking into consideration appeal,"Sri Lanka adds 182,000 to get tax payer income support, Rs58bn paid The new beneficiaries were added taking into consideration appeal",positive,0.725929677
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 298.40/50 to the US dollar,4/10/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields steady,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 298.40/50 to the US dollar Bond yields steady,positive,0.997812748
Sri Lanka services surplus exceeds trade deficit in Feb 2024: analysis,4/10/2024,Economy,"The trade deficit is triggered when people spend income from tourism, BPO services and worker remittances","Sri Lanka services surplus exceeds trade deficit in Feb 2024: analysis The trade deficit is triggered when people spend income from tourism, BPO services and worker remittances",negative,-0.803004563
Sri Lanka's China-backed port starts container transshipment amid Red Sea crisis,4/9/2024,Logistics,The boxes arrived from Rotterdam and will be taken to Dubai,Sri Lanka's China-backed port starts container transshipment amid Red Sea crisis The boxes arrived from Rotterdam and will be taken to Dubai,negative,-0.905483484
"Sri Lanka state workers, military given Rs107bn in April salaries",4/9/2024,Fiscal,Usually the monthly salaries are paid starting from the 16 and 17. But for April money is paid before the New Year.,"Sri Lanka state workers, military given Rs107bn in April salaries Usually the monthly salaries are paid starting from the 16 and 17. But for April money is paid before the New Year.",negative,-0.976337075
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 298.60/65 to the US dollar,4/9/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 298.60/65 to the US dollar Bond yields were down,negative,-0.999567688
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, consumer durables and apparel push turnover",4/9/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was at 2.5 billion. Banks (Rs570mn) and Consumer Durables and Apparel (Rs469mn) brought in the most value.,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, consumer durables and apparel push turnover Turnover was at 2.5 billion. Banks (Rs570mn) and Consumer Durables and Apparel (Rs469mn) brought in the most value.",positive,0.978169441
Sri Lanka president wants legal system modernised to facilitate economic growth,4/9/2024,Legal,He also called for legalising the agreements with the IMF to ensure that the benefits reach the people.,Sri Lanka president wants legal system modernised to facilitate economic growth He also called for legalising the agreements with the IMF to ensure that the benefits reach the people.,positive,0.824013472
Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields marginally down across maturities,4/9/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s Treasury bill yields fell across maturities at Tuesday’s auction, data from the state debt office showed...","Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields marginally down across maturities Sri Lanka’s Treasury bill yields fell across maturities at Tuesday’s auction, data from the state debt office showed...",negative,-0.997038007
Sri Lanka spent nearly 200 billion rupees as social welfare in 2023,4/9/2024,Economy,"The number of relief beneficiaries as of March 31, 2024, is 1,854,308.","Sri Lanka spent nearly 200 billion rupees as social welfare in 2023 The number of relief beneficiaries as of March 31, 2024, is 1,854,308.",negative,-0.866661012
Sri Lanka to hike election deposits paid by candidates,4/9/2024,Politics,The deposit placed by a candidate representing a party has been increased to 2.6 million rupees.,Sri Lanka to hike election deposits paid by candidates The deposit placed by a candidate representing a party has been increased to 2.6 million rupees.,negative,-0.946435273
Usual protesters take U-turn; Sri Lanka postal employees agree to work on April 12 holiday,4/9/2024,General Services,State Minister says heaps of foreign parcels have to be delivered before April 13 new year,Usual protesters take U-turn; Sri Lanka postal employees agree to work on April 12 holiday State Minister says heaps of foreign parcels have to be delivered before April 13 new year,negative,-0.9955585
Sri Lanka expects up to 200 thousand vehicles on the road in New Year,4/9/2024,Accident,National Council for Road Safety has warned drivers of the possibility of increased road accidents,Sri Lanka expects up to 200 thousand vehicles on the road in New Year National Council for Road Safety has warned drivers of the possibility of increased road accidents,negative,-0.95276314
"Sri Lanka IMF, World Bank loan linked state bank reforms get cabinet nod",4/9/2024,Banking,"Reforms identified by a committee made up of IMF, World Bank and Central Bank officials","Sri Lanka IMF, World Bank loan linked state bank reforms get cabinet nod Reforms identified by a committee made up of IMF, World Bank and Central Bank officials",negative,-0.856153727
KKS Port acquires Sri Lanka Cement Corp land,4/9/2024,Shipping,Kankasanthurai Port has acquired 23 acres and 12 perches of land belonging to Cement Corporation at 52 million rupees,KKS Port acquires Sri Lanka Cement Corp land Kankasanthurai Port has acquired 23 acres and 12 perches of land belonging to Cement Corporation at 52 million rupees,positive,0.523403347
Sri Lanka to offer paid medical degrees through KDU,4/9/2024,Education,Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) will offer paid medical degree programme to students who qualify through Z score,Sri Lanka to offer paid medical degrees through KDU Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) will offer paid medical degree programme to students who qualify through Z score,positive,0.801887214
Sri Lanka cabinet approves revised electricity reform bill,4/9/2024,Economy,The electricity reform bill is linked to a $100mn budget support loan from the Asian Development bank,Sri Lanka cabinet approves revised electricity reform bill The electricity reform bill is linked to a $100mn budget support loan from the Asian Development bank,negative,-0.957797706
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 298.60/65 to the US dollar,4/9/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down.,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 298.60/65 to the US dollar Bond yields were down.,negative,-0.999540925
Sri Lanka's Access to complete substructure of halted airport terminal,4/9/2024,Aviation,The work will also address the issue of deterioration of steel reinforcements,Sri Lanka's Access to complete substructure of halted airport terminal The work will also address the issue of deterioration of steel reinforcements,negative,-0.606891751
Sri Lanka to publish 'indicative prices' for essential goods as rupee strengthens,4/9/2024,Economy,"If the rupee strengthens, price can fall further","Sri Lanka to publish 'indicative prices' for essential goods as rupee strengthens If the rupee strengthens, price can fall further",negative,-0.974328279
Chinese onion becomes cheaper in Sri Lanka than Indian ahead of festivals,4/9/2024,Agriculture,"Chinese onion price reduced by Rs. 120 per kg to 375, Indian onion price slashed by Rs. 50 to 445  ","Chinese onion becomes cheaper in Sri Lanka than Indian ahead of festivals Chinese onion price reduced by Rs. 120 per kg to 375, Indian onion price slashed by Rs. 50 to 445  ",negative,-0.995822668
Sri Lanka sells Rs85bn in 2026 to 2032 bonds,4/8/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has sold 85 billion rupees of bonds maturing from 2026 to 2032, at an auction on April 08","Sri Lanka sells Rs85bn in 2026 to 2032 bonds Sri Lanka has sold 85 billion rupees of bonds maturing from 2026 to 2032, at an auction on April 08",negative,-0.557743609
Sri Lanka plans politically correct names for Avurudu games,4/8/2024,Sports,"One of the games is kana mutti, where a blind-folded person tries to smash a hanging clay pot with a club. ","Sri Lanka plans politically correct names for Avurudu games One of the games is kana mutti, where a blind-folded person tries to smash a hanging clay pot with a club. ",negative,-0.997888267
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 298.90/299.00 to the US dollar,4/8/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down.,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 298.90/299.00 to the US dollar Bond yields were down.,negative,-0.999575436
"Sri Lanka stocks close up 1-pct, turnover at 3bn",4/8/2024,Stocks & Companies,"""A lot of high net worth and corporates are getting involved expecting a successful completion of ISB negotiations,"" ","Sri Lanka stocks close up 1-pct, turnover at 3bn ""A lot of high net worth and corporates are getting involved expecting a successful completion of ISB negotiations,"" ",positive,0.606178999
"Sri Lanka issues guidelines for holiday activities, cautions people to avoid accidents",4/8/2024,Accidents,"Police on stand by with 150,000 breathalyzers, and sputum and urine test kits for detecting drivers on a high","Sri Lanka issues guidelines for holiday activities, cautions people to avoid accidents Police on stand by with 150,000 breathalyzers, and sputum and urine test kits for detecting drivers on a high",negative,-0.97291404
"Sri Lanka to inaugurate delayed, Iran-assisted 120 MW Umaoya project this month",4/8/2024,Agriculture,Iran could not fund the project as promised due to the economic sanctions by the U.S.,"Sri Lanka to inaugurate delayed, Iran-assisted 120 MW Umaoya project this month Iran could not fund the project as promised due to the economic sanctions by the U.S.",negative,-0.998899221
Sri Lanka's SJB must inform NPP in writing if Sajith wants debate: Tilvin,4/8/2024,Politics,"""They may call us for debates, but they won't come. We know that it's just posturing,"" said Silva.","Sri Lanka's SJB must inform NPP in writing if Sajith wants debate: Tilvin ""They may call us for debates, but they won't come. We know that it's just posturing,"" said Silva.",negative,-0.995329857
Sri Lanka opposes dissolution of Palestinian state: President,4/8/2024,Human Rights,"Contributions of Rs10mn from Kathankudi Mosque, Rs2.2mn from Katu Kale Jumma Mosque, Rs3.5mn from employment agencies","Sri Lanka opposes dissolution of Palestinian state: President Contributions of Rs10mn from Kathankudi Mosque, Rs2.2mn from Katu Kale Jumma Mosque, Rs3.5mn from employment agencies",negative,-0.562308311
"Sri Lanka Freedom Party appoints Nimal Siripala as acting chair, CBK as advisor",4/8/2024,Politics,"""A party cannot function without a chairman, especially during a politically decisive period such as this,"" he said.","Sri Lanka Freedom Party appoints Nimal Siripala as acting chair, CBK as advisor ""A party cannot function without a chairman, especially during a politically decisive period such as this,"" he said.",positive,0.828689277
"Sri Lanka president on the offensive as election looms, hits out at SJB, NPP",4/8/2024,Politics,The SJB is now being influenced by the chairman of the SLPP and other factions.,"Sri Lanka president on the offensive as election looms, hits out at SJB, NPP The SJB is now being influenced by the chairman of the SLPP and other factions.",negative,-0.996767759
"Singapore inspects Sri Lanka poultry, seafood, rice processors ahead of exports",4/8/2024,Trade,"For Sri Lanka to export poultry products to Singapore, it is imperative for country to meet stringent requirements","Singapore inspects Sri Lanka poultry, seafood, rice processors ahead of exports For Sri Lanka to export poultry products to Singapore, it is imperative for country to meet stringent requirements",negative,-0.985561192
"Sri Lanka to export chilli, eggplant, okra and maize seeds: Minister",4/8/2024,Agriculture,"Agriculture Dept, private sector conducted research on these new types of seeds, Amaraweera says at CIC farm","Sri Lanka to export chilli, eggplant, okra and maize seeds: Minister Agriculture Dept, private sector conducted research on these new types of seeds, Amaraweera says at CIC farm",positive,0.872003138
Not a dry holiday for Sri Lanka's foreign visitors,4/8/2024,Tourism,No enforced dry holiday for tourists,Not a dry holiday for Sri Lanka's foreign visitors No enforced dry holiday for tourists,positive,0.995699406
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 298.80/299.00 to the US dollar,4/8/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 298.80/299.00 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady.,positive,0.998793483
Sri Lanka begins implementing Singapore free trade deal,4/8/2024,Economy,20-pct of imports to be taxed to give profits to special interests,Sri Lanka begins implementing Singapore free trade deal 20-pct of imports to be taxed to give profits to special interests,negative,-0.752457321
Sri Lanka earns billion dollars from tourism in first quarter,4/8/2024,Business,"March arrivals were up 66 percent to 209,181","Sri Lanka earns billion dollars from tourism in first quarter March arrivals were up 66 percent to 209,181",positive,0.987880588
Sri Lanka worker remittances up 0.7-pct in April 2024,4/7/2024,Economy,.,Sri Lanka worker remittances up 0.7-pct in April 2024 .,negative,-0.973095417
Sri Lanka's Ceylon tea prices fall for third week,4/7/2024,Business,US dollar prices also fell in the previous week,Sri Lanka's Ceylon tea prices fall for third week US dollar prices also fell in the previous week,negative,-0.999287069
Sri Lanka foreign reserves rise $431mn to US$4.9bn in March,4/7/2024,Economy,.,Sri Lanka foreign reserves rise $431mn to US$4.9bn in March .,negative,-0.95576489
Sri Lanka Parliament schedules 3-day Easter attack debate after former president's revelation   ,4/6/2024,Politics,Sirisena has dragged India into Easter Sunday attack investigation ,Sri Lanka Parliament schedules 3-day Easter attack debate after former president's revelation    Sirisena has dragged India into Easter Sunday attack investigation ,negative,-0.974440336
Sri Lankans migrating for foreign employment drops 4.2-pct in 2023,4/6/2024,Economy,Remittances for 2024 end are targeted to increase by 17 percent,Sri Lankans migrating for foreign employment drops 4.2-pct in 2023 Remittances for 2024 end are targeted to increase by 17 percent,negative,-0.620672464
"Sri Lanka repays $1,338mn to multilateral lenders up to Feb 2024: PMD",4/6/2024,Economy,Multilateral lender debt is serviced after a default,"Sri Lanka repays $1,338mn to multilateral lenders up to Feb 2024: PMD Multilateral lender debt is serviced after a default",negative,-0.932047367
"Sri Lanka's SJB welcomes SLPP dissidents, heaps praise on G L Peiris",4/5/2024,Politics,"""I think this strengthens us greatly,"" he added.","Sri Lanka's SJB welcomes SLPP dissidents, heaps praise on G L Peiris ""I think this strengthens us greatly,"" he added.",positive,0.9996593
Sri Lankans reluctant to get tested for HIV: State minister,4/5/2024,Health,"“When the social phobia is there for these diseases people won’t come and get their treatment,”","Sri Lankans reluctant to get tested for HIV: State minister “When the social phobia is there for these diseases people won’t come and get their treatment,”",negative,-0.985048175
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 299.25/30 to the US dollar,4/5/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were steady.,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 299.25/30 to the US dollar Bond yields were steady.,positive,0.937225342
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, banks bring in 1.5bn",4/5/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was at 2.9 billion.  Most of this (1.5bn) came from several large trades in four banks.,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, banks bring in 1.5bn Turnover was at 2.9 billion.  Most of this (1.5bn) came from several large trades in four banks.",negative,-0.961227119
Sri Lanka minister Thondaman chosen as World Economic Forum Young Global Leader,4/5/2024,People,"He continues to advocate for the rights of all marginalized people in Sri Lanka, workers, women, ethnic minorities","Sri Lanka minister Thondaman chosen as World Economic Forum Young Global Leader He continues to advocate for the rights of all marginalized people in Sri Lanka, workers, women, ethnic minorities",positive,0.998722136
Sri Lanka to turn World War II-era Hingurakgoda air base to international airport,4/5/2024,Aviation,"""Our final target is like Mattala and Palali to make this a dedicated airport for civil aviation.""","Sri Lanka to turn World War II-era Hingurakgoda air base to international airport ""Our final target is like Mattala and Palali to make this a dedicated airport for civil aviation.""",positive,0.990447879
Sri Lanka anticipates third IMF EFF installment by June: official,4/5/2024,Economy,"However, Sri Lanka has to first obtain consensus from the country's creditors on restructuring its debt.","Sri Lanka anticipates third IMF EFF installment by June: official However, Sri Lanka has to first obtain consensus from the country's creditors on restructuring its debt.",negative,-0.995256484
Sri Lanka minimum room rates slammed as cartelized scheme that is illegal in market economies,4/5/2024,Tourism,"Hotels demanding minimum room rate are old, while newer properties that can compete with the world are now in Colombo","Sri Lanka minimum room rates slammed as cartelized scheme that is illegal in market economies Hotels demanding minimum room rate are old, while newer properties that can compete with the world are now in Colombo",negative,-0.998301387
Sri Lanka plans state ayurvedic massage centres for tourists,4/5/2024,Health,"""In collaboration with the Department of Ayurveda, we are establishing ‘Body Mantra’ massage centres across the coun...","Sri Lanka plans state ayurvedic massage centres for tourists ""In collaboration with the Department of Ayurveda, we are establishing ‘Body Mantra’ massage centres across the coun...",positive,0.61767441
"IMF says ""strong expectation"" on Sri Lanka deal with private creditors",4/5/2024,Economy,Domestic debt re-structuring related to SOE debt also expected to be done soon,"IMF says ""strong expectation"" on Sri Lanka deal with private creditors Domestic debt re-structuring related to SOE debt also expected to be done soon",positive,0.985404789
"Sri Lanka Ayurveda hospital to offer paying wards, looking for PPP",4/5/2024,Health,“Sick people are willing to pay.” ,"Sri Lanka Ayurveda hospital to offer paying wards, looking for PPP “Sick people are willing to pay.” ",negative,-0.975525737
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 299.35/55 to the US dollar,4/5/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were stable,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 299.35/55 to the US dollar Bond yields were stable,positive,0.995175481
Sri Lanka container volumes surge 30-pct in Feb amid Red Sea troubles,4/5/2024,Logistics,"Up to February 2024, transshipment volumes were up 27.2 percent","Sri Lanka container volumes surge 30-pct in Feb amid Red Sea troubles Up to February 2024, transshipment volumes were up 27.2 percent",negative,-0.869340658
MPs who call Sri Lanka Freedom Party their home eager to return: Amaraweera,4/4/2024,Politics,"""To prevent this destruction, President Kumaratunga went to court,"" he said.","MPs who call Sri Lanka Freedom Party their home eager to return: Amaraweera ""To prevent this destruction, President Kumaratunga went to court,"" he said.",negative,-0.962383687
At least 11 Sri Lanka MPs elected in 2020 not any more in Parliament,4/4/2024,Politics,"Three MPs had died, six resigned and one lost the seat after legal action in the current parliament ","At least 11 Sri Lanka MPs elected in 2020 not any more in Parliament Three MPs had died, six resigned and one lost the seat after legal action in the current parliament ",negative,-0.996583283
Sri Lanka offers general amnesty for military deserters,4/4/2024,Defence,Ministry of Defence has declared a month long general amnesty from April 20 to May 20 for tri-forces absentees,Sri Lanka offers general amnesty for military deserters Ministry of Defence has declared a month long general amnesty from April 20 to May 20 for tri-forces absentees,negative,-0.97173667
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 299.70/80 to the US dollar,4/4/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were steady,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 299.70/80 to the US dollar Bond yields were steady,positive,0.962066948
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, banks push turnover",4/4/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Hatton National Bank Plc saw the most active volumes traded, Rs417mn, and the share closed up at 195.25","Sri Lanka stocks close up, banks push turnover Hatton National Bank Plc saw the most active volumes traded, Rs417mn, and the share closed up at 195.25",negative,-0.992470741
Sri Lanka minister apologizes for forced cremation of Muslims,4/4/2024,Human Rights,"""The decision to forcefully cremate those who succumbed to COVID-19 was not based on any science."" ","Sri Lanka minister apologizes for forced cremation of Muslims ""The decision to forcefully cremate those who succumbed to COVID-19 was not based on any science."" ",negative,-0.996603131
"Vehicles imported for Sri Lanka's tourism sector will be year-old, taxed: official",4/4/2024,Economy,"""We will allow the import of year-old vehicles, because year-old vehicles are sold at a much lower price,"" he said.","Vehicles imported for Sri Lanka's tourism sector will be year-old, taxed: official ""We will allow the import of year-old vehicles, because year-old vehicles are sold at a much lower price,"" he said.",negative,-0.997335255
"South Korea to provide employment for Sri Lankans, including in seasonal work",4/4/2024,Employment,"""Possibility of short-term provision of human resources required in Korea only for the harvesting season""","South Korea to provide employment for Sri Lankans, including in seasonal work ""Possibility of short-term provision of human resources required in Korea only for the harvesting season""",positive,0.590862989
Any deviation from Sri Lanka's reform programme could jeopardise stability: minister,4/4/2024,Economy,"According to the World Bank, Sri Lanka’s economy has stabilised though poverty remains.","Any deviation from Sri Lanka's reform programme could jeopardise stability: minister According to the World Bank, Sri Lanka’s economy has stabilised though poverty remains.",negative,-0.983746469
Sri Lanka ready to provide Chinese enterprises preferential policies,4/4/2024,Economic Crisis,Joint statement by Sri Lanka and China issued,Sri Lanka ready to provide Chinese enterprises preferential policies Joint statement by Sri Lanka and China issued,positive,0.923317671
Sri Lanka poverty being addressed by Aswesuma safety net: Minister,4/4/2024,Economic Crisis,"Rise in poverty in a country that experienced negative 8 percent growth, and bankruptcy is normal, Gunawardana said","Sri Lanka poverty being addressed by Aswesuma safety net: Minister Rise in poverty in a country that experienced negative 8 percent growth, and bankruptcy is normal, Gunawardana said",negative,-0.988735139
Regional integration to empower Sri Lankan women,4/4/2024,Op-ed/Special Reports,Providing equal employment opportunities for men and women can enable South Asia to enhance incomes by 25%.,Regional integration to empower Sri Lankan women Providing equal employment opportunities for men and women can enable South Asia to enhance incomes by 25%.,positive,0.998438895
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 299.85/95 to the US dollar,4/4/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields up,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 299.85/95 to the US dollar Bond yields up,positive,0.938790739
Sri Lanka private banks unlikely to need state recapitalization,4/4/2024,Banking,A budget for 2024 set aside 1.5-pct of GDP in allocations for possible bank recapitalization,Sri Lanka private banks unlikely to need state recapitalization A budget for 2024 set aside 1.5-pct of GDP in allocations for possible bank recapitalization,negative,-0.977163315
"Sri Lanka plans to roll PAL, CESS into new customs duty band",4/4/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka is negotiating a series of free trade agreements,"Sri Lanka plans to roll PAL, CESS into new customs duty band Sri Lanka is negotiating a series of free trade agreements",negative,-0.984089375
Sri Lanka starts surveying drug addicts as authorities seek public help,4/3/2024,Crime,The UN has urged Sri Lanka to suspend its Yukthiya drug busting effort citing human rights violations ,Sri Lanka starts surveying drug addicts as authorities seek public help The UN has urged Sri Lanka to suspend its Yukthiya drug busting effort citing human rights violations ,negative,-0.998545647
Sri Lanka state bus system looks to e-ticketing to combat revenue leaks,4/3/2024,Transport,"""The take home amount is 10 million rupees daily, or 100 lakhs, which together becomes 3 billion a year.","Sri Lanka state bus system looks to e-ticketing to combat revenue leaks ""The take home amount is 10 million rupees daily, or 100 lakhs, which together becomes 3 billion a year.",negative,-0.994535446
"Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields up, 12-month flat",4/3/2024,Bonds & Forex,3 and 6 month yields up,"Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields up, 12-month flat 3 and 6 month yields up",negative,-0.944114327
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 299.80/95 to the US dollar,4/3/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were up,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 299.80/95 to the US dollar Bond yields were up,negative,-0.972907305
Most contenders for presidency will gather around Wickremesinghe: UNP,4/3/2024,Politics,"""Apart from two or three candidates, those dozens will gather here. Don't worry,"" said Kariyawasam.","Most contenders for presidency will gather around Wickremesinghe: UNP ""Apart from two or three candidates, those dozens will gather here. Don't worry,"" said Kariyawasam.",positive,0.995813668
Sri Lanka's Anura Dissanayake ready to debate opposition leader Premadasa,4/3/2024,Politics,SJB member Chandima Weerakkody told reporters that the NPP should take up the challenge.,Sri Lanka's Anura Dissanayake ready to debate opposition leader Premadasa SJB member Chandima Weerakkody told reporters that the NPP should take up the challenge.,negative,-0.625800967
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, interest in bluechips, banks",4/3/2024,Stocks & Companies,"""Most interest is coming from corporate and high-net worth sections.""","Sri Lanka stocks close up, interest in bluechips, banks ""Most interest is coming from corporate and high-net worth sections.""",negative,-0.63167429
Investors in Sri Lanka to be given autonomy to manage zones: President,4/3/2024,Business,"Thousand acres in Biyagama, with plans to acquire 3,000-4,000 in Trincomalee, similar ventures in north and Hambantota","Investors in Sri Lanka to be given autonomy to manage zones: President Thousand acres in Biyagama, with plans to acquire 3,000-4,000 in Trincomalee, similar ventures in north and Hambantota",positive,0.840064883
"ADB to resume Sri Lanka project financing, back PPPs under new strategy",4/3/2024,Economy,"Irrigation, education and health likely areas for project financing in the near term","ADB to resume Sri Lanka project financing, back PPPs under new strategy Irrigation, education and health likely areas for project financing in the near term",negative,-0.992622495
"Short term pain from Sri Lanka's reforms subsiding, economy strengthening: Minister",4/3/2024,Economy,"""There was a short term pains from those reforms, and by today those pains have subsided a bit.""","Short term pain from Sri Lanka's reforms subsiding, economy strengthening: Minister ""There was a short term pains from those reforms, and by today those pains have subsided a bit.""",negative,-0.998038232
"Canada funds UNDP, UNFPA project to help victims of sexual violence in Sri Lanka",4/3/2024,Crime,"National guidelines to establish management system to register, monitor, and enhance quality of services for victims","Canada funds UNDP, UNFPA project to help victims of sexual violence in Sri Lanka National guidelines to establish management system to register, monitor, and enhance quality of services for victims",positive,0.79656744
"Sri Lanka, France discuss debt restructuring process, future financial collaboration",4/3/2024,Debt Restructuring,"""France will continue its constructive engagement with the Official Creditor Committee to reinforce debt sustainability","Sri Lanka, France discuss debt restructuring process, future financial collaboration ""France will continue its constructive engagement with the Official Creditor Committee to reinforce debt sustainability",positive,0.998374343
ARCASIA Investments acquires 11.97-pct stake in Sri Lanka's Ambeon Capital,4/3/2024,Stocks & Companies,An 11.97 percent stake of Ambeon Capital Plc was bought by ARCASIA Investments and Trading (Pvt) Ltd,ARCASIA Investments acquires 11.97-pct stake in Sri Lanka's Ambeon Capital An 11.97 percent stake of Ambeon Capital Plc was bought by ARCASIA Investments and Trading (Pvt) Ltd,negative,-0.869141519
Sri Lanka banks asked to set up business revival units by May,4/3/2024,Banking,Licensed banks have to set up BRUs by mid-May 2024 and fully comply with the guidelines by July 01,Sri Lanka banks asked to set up business revival units by May Licensed banks have to set up BRUs by mid-May 2024 and fully comply with the guidelines by July 01,negative,-0.750489771
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 299.80/90 to the US dollar,4/3/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields stable,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 299.80/90 to the US dollar Bond yields stable,positive,0.995192885
"Sri Lanka 2024 growth upgraded, but recovery path narrow, says World Bank",4/3/2024,Economy,"Results were already beginning to be seen, but there was unlikely to be a quick bounce back","Sri Lanka 2024 growth upgraded, but recovery path narrow, says World Bank Results were already beginning to be seen, but there was unlikely to be a quick bounce back",negative,-0.995683074
Sri Lanka air passenger traffic up 40-pct in Jan-Feb,4/3/2024,Aviation,"Tourists arriving by air had risen 104.65 percent to 452,532 in the first two months","Sri Lanka air passenger traffic up 40-pct in Jan-Feb Tourists arriving by air had risen 104.65 percent to 452,532 in the first two months",positive,0.842766762
Sri Lanka Speaker dismisses role of foreign forces in 2022 protests-led regime change,4/3/2024,Politics,Ruling SLPP politicians believe the 2022 protests-led regime change was a foreign-backed democratic coup   ,Sri Lanka Speaker dismisses role of foreign forces in 2022 protests-led regime change Ruling SLPP politicians believe the 2022 protests-led regime change was a foreign-backed democratic coup   ,negative,-0.998718977
World Bank concerned over potential reform fatigue in Sri Lanka's election year,4/2/2024,Economy,"The concern is articularly with regard to state-owned enterprises (SOEs), a World Bank official said.","World Bank concerned over potential reform fatigue in Sri Lanka's election year The concern is articularly with regard to state-owned enterprises (SOEs), a World Bank official said.",negative,-0.94785428
Sri Lanka’s mothers should avoid foreign employment: Minister,4/2/2024,Employment,"Mothers of infants should avoid working abroad, Sri Lanka’s Minister of Women’s Affairs, Geetha Kumarasinghe, has sa...","Sri Lanka’s mothers should avoid foreign employment: Minister Mothers of infants should avoid working abroad, Sri Lanka’s Minister of Women’s Affairs, Geetha Kumarasinghe, has sa...",negative,-0.997583151
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 299.95/300.05 to the US dollar,4/2/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 299.95/300.05 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady.,positive,0.996811569
Sri Lanka President appoints Wijerathne as new DG for CIABOC with wide powers,4/2/2024,Corruption,"New Act has empowered anti-graft body to effectively investigate, prosecute cases of bribery, corruption  ","Sri Lanka President appoints Wijerathne as new DG for CIABOC with wide powers New Act has empowered anti-graft body to effectively investigate, prosecute cases of bribery, corruption  ",positive,0.998902202
SriLankan Airlines to lease four wide-body aircraft,4/2/2024,Aviation,Operating leases for 6 and 8 years,SriLankan Airlines to lease four wide-body aircraft Operating leases for 6 and 8 years,negative,-0.904280126
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, banks and capital goods drive turnover",4/2/2024,Bonds & Forex,Turnover was at 2 billion.,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, banks and capital goods drive turnover Turnover was at 2 billion.",negative,-0.563521206
Sri Lanka to allow import of 750 vans and 250 buses for tourism,4/2/2024,Tourism,"Vans with 6–15 seating capacity, 250 buses with 6–30 and 30–45 seating capacity with no tax concessions","Sri Lanka to allow import of 750 vans and 250 buses for tourism Vans with 6–15 seating capacity, 250 buses with 6–30 and 30–45 seating capacity with no tax concessions",negative,-0.958181083
Sri Lanka's Access Engineering wins work under airport expansion project,4/2/2024,Aviation,Identified work under BIADP Phase II,Sri Lanka's Access Engineering wins work under airport expansion project Identified work under BIADP Phase II,positive,0.865425289
Sri Lanka to lift undu import ban to meet local demand in festival period,4/2/2024,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka will lift its protectionist import ban on undu to bring in 2,000 metric tonnes to meet seasonal demand","Sri Lanka to lift undu import ban to meet local demand in festival period Sri Lanka will lift its protectionist import ban on undu to bring in 2,000 metric tonnes to meet seasonal demand",positive,0.97875309
Sri Lanka gives USD1mn to Gaza Children’s Fund,4/2/2024,Human Rights,Sri Lanka has donated an initial one million dollars to assist children impacted by Israel's assault on Gaza. ,Sri Lanka gives USD1mn to Gaza Children’s Fund Sri Lanka has donated an initial one million dollars to assist children impacted by Israel's assault on Gaza. ,negative,-0.81285578
Japan gives bikes to Sri Lanka schoolchildren,4/2/2024,Education,Japan has donated 517 bicycles to rural schoolchildren in Sri Lanka Through ChildFund,Japan gives bikes to Sri Lanka schoolchildren Japan has donated 517 bicycles to rural schoolchildren in Sri Lanka Through ChildFund,negative,-0.821230948
Sri Lanka rupee strengthens crossing 300 to the US dollar,4/2/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee strengthens crossing 300 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady.,positive,0.999488711
Sri Lanka central bank buys $484mn from markets to Feb 2024,4/2/2024,Economy,The central bank bought US$245.3 from banks in January 2024 and US$239.5mn in February,Sri Lanka central bank buys $484mn from markets to Feb 2024 The central bank bought US$245.3 from banks in January 2024 and US$239.5mn in February,negative,-0.969647646
"Sri Lanka exporters protest rupee appreciation, forced conversion rules",4/1/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank is operating deflationary monetary policy giving it full control of the exchange rate,"Sri Lanka exporters protest rupee appreciation, forced conversion rules Sri Lanka's central bank is operating deflationary monetary policy giving it full control of the exchange rate",negative,-0.995912254
"Sri Lanka producers meeting demand, egg at Rs35 for new year: Minister",4/1/2024,Agriculture,"Production of eggs in local poultry farms has already exceeded 7.5 million, Amaraweera said.","Sri Lanka producers meeting demand, egg at Rs35 for new year: Minister Production of eggs in local poultry farms has already exceeded 7.5 million, Amaraweera said.",negative,-0.772035539
Sri Lanka to extend visa-free pilot project till April 30: tourism minister,4/1/2024,Tourism,"""A final decision to be taken during the next few weeks of the pilot project,"" Fernando said.","Sri Lanka to extend visa-free pilot project till April 30: tourism minister ""A final decision to be taken during the next few weeks of the pilot project,"" Fernando said.",negative,-0.96764183
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 300.00/06 to the US dollar,4/1/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 300.00/06 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady.,positive,0.997582078
Sri Lanka president appoints independent committee to review central bank salary hike,4/1/2024,Politics,The committee includes former governor Indrajit Coomaraswamy.,Sri Lanka president appoints independent committee to review central bank salary hike The committee includes former governor Indrajit Coomaraswamy.,positive,0.886175215
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, turnover at 4.1bn",4/1/2024,Stocks & Companies,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Monday, data on its site showed. ","Sri Lanka stocks close up, turnover at 4.1bn The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Monday, data on its site showed. ",negative,-0.985969186
"Sri Lanka president took on task of stabilising economy, must now restructure debt: Patali",4/1/2024,Politics,"""If there is a president in October, there will be an election in November,"" he said.","Sri Lanka president took on task of stabilising economy, must now restructure debt: Patali ""If there is a president in October, there will be an election in November,"" he said.",negative,-0.987307191
Thai Airways resumes daily flights between Bangkok and Colombo,4/1/2024,Aviation,Thai Airways flights are operated daily,Thai Airways resumes daily flights between Bangkok and Colombo Thai Airways flights are operated daily,positive,0.918541729
"No pressure from China, says Sri Lanka state finmin after official visit",4/1/2024,International Relations,Sri Lanka delegation has returned after concluding a 6-day visit to China,"No pressure from China, says Sri Lanka state finmin after official visit Sri Lanka delegation has returned after concluding a 6-day visit to China",positive,0.982539415
Sri Lanka optimistic about a positive outcome with bondholders: Minister,4/1/2024,Economy,Hopeful of meeting IMF debt requirements to complete second review,Sri Lanka optimistic about a positive outcome with bondholders: Minister Hopeful of meeting IMF debt requirements to complete second review,positive,0.999476492
Sharhan Muhseen appointed chairman of Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank,4/1/2024,Stocks & Companies,R Senanayake was appointed the deputy chairman.,Sharhan Muhseen appointed chairman of Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank R Senanayake was appointed the deputy chairman.,positive,0.998087227
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up by 189-pct in March 2024,4/1/2024,Tourism,"Tourist arrivals rose 189 percent to 635,782 persons in March 2024 from a year ago, led by India","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up by 189-pct in March 2024 Tourist arrivals rose 189 percent to 635,782 persons in March 2024 from a year ago, led by India",positive,0.9515962
Fitch affirms Sri Lanka’s AMW Capital Leasing and Finance at 'BBB(lka)',4/1/2024,Stocks & Companies,Fitch affirmed AMW Capital Leasing and Finance national long-term rating at 'BBB(lka)'. Outlook remains negative,Fitch affirms Sri Lanka’s AMW Capital Leasing and Finance at 'BBB(lka)' Fitch affirmed AMW Capital Leasing and Finance national long-term rating at 'BBB(lka)'. Outlook remains negative,negative,-0.998145223
Sri Lanka's Expolanka Holdings Plc changes director board,4/1/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Expolanka shareholders voted to accept share buy back offer of 185.00 at EGM, after company announced delisting","Sri Lanka's Expolanka Holdings Plc changes director board Expolanka shareholders voted to accept share buy back offer of 185.00 at EGM, after company announced delisting",negative,-0.992350519
"Sri Lanka’s Litro Gas cuts price on rupee appreciation, stock management",4/1/2024,Economy,“We look at the advanced trends and then order stocks. That and the dollar appreciation has caused prices to fall.”,"Sri Lanka’s Litro Gas cuts price on rupee appreciation, stock management “We look at the advanced trends and then order stocks. That and the dollar appreciation has caused prices to fall.”",negative,-0.999589264
"Sri Lanka stocks up in mid-day trade, turnover pushed by Taprobane",4/1/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Transactions in Taprobane shares, totaling 1.5 billion, pushed turnover of Colombo Stock Exchange past 2.3bn by noon","Sri Lanka stocks up in mid-day trade, turnover pushed by Taprobane Transactions in Taprobane shares, totaling 1.5 billion, pushed turnover of Colombo Stock Exchange past 2.3bn by noon",negative,-0.988911033
Sri Lanka fuel price formula allows for max profit margin of 4 percent: Minister,4/1/2024,Petroleum,"If a full 4 percent profit margin is applied, a price increase was due on auto diesel and 92 petrol: Kanchana Wijesekera","Sri Lanka fuel price formula allows for max profit margin of 4 percent: Minister If a full 4 percent profit margin is applied, a price increase was due on auto diesel and 92 petrol: Kanchana Wijesekera",negative,-0.981815934
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 300.00/20 to the US dollar,4/1/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were steady ,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 300.00/20 to the US dollar Bond yields were steady ,positive,0.997770429
"Thailand explores Hambantota Port ahead of FTA, box handling",4/1/2024,Logistics,The port’s plans to commence its first phase of container operations was also discussed,"Thailand explores Hambantota Port ahead of FTA, box handling The port’s plans to commence its first phase of container operations was also discussed",positive,0.983411491
Sri Lanka current account in US$1.6bn surplus in 2023,4/1/2024,Economy,In the December 2023 quarter Sri Lanka recorded a current account surplus of 237 million US dollars,Sri Lanka current account in US$1.6bn surplus in 2023 In the December 2023 quarter Sri Lanka recorded a current account surplus of 237 million US dollars,negative,-0.988405228
Sri Lanka's Rajapakshe says in discussion with religious leaders on common presidential candidate,4/1/2024,Politics,"Sri Lanka should have the presidential poll by Oct 18, 2024 ","Sri Lanka's Rajapakshe says in discussion with religious leaders on common presidential candidate Sri Lanka should have the presidential poll by Oct 18, 2024 ",negative,-0.782803178
"Sri Lanka cuts super diesel by Rs72, Octane 95 by Rs7",3/31/2024,Energy,Octane 92 petrol and standard diesel unchanged,"Sri Lanka cuts super diesel by Rs72, Octane 95 by Rs7 Octane 92 petrol and standard diesel unchanged",negative,-0.988727808
Modi slams India Congress for giving up claims on Kachchthivu island to Sri Lanka,3/31/2024,Politics,This has angered every Indian and reaffirmed in people’s minds- we can’t ever trust Congress,Modi slams India Congress for giving up claims on Kachchthivu island to Sri Lanka This has angered every Indian and reaffirmed in people’s minds- we can’t ever trust Congress,negative,-0.984643936
Sri Lanka awaiting RCEP admission mechanism,3/31/2024,Economy,RCEP membership allows for more flexible rules of origin,Sri Lanka awaiting RCEP admission mechanism RCEP membership allows for more flexible rules of origin,negative,-0.948396623
Sri Lanka port development taken new turn with China help: Prime Minister,3/30/2024,Logistics,"""Colombo port will become a hub, a new developed port with financial instruments that could cater to new demands"" ","Sri Lanka port development taken new turn with China help: Prime Minister ""Colombo port will become a hub, a new developed port with financial instruments that could cater to new demands"" ",positive,0.984753728
Sri Lanka and India discuss implementation of connectivity projects,3/30/2024,Economy,Kwatra has emphasized that now is an opportune moment for both countries to advance agreed-upon project,Sri Lanka and India discuss implementation of connectivity projects Kwatra has emphasized that now is an opportune moment for both countries to advance agreed-upon project,positive,0.999250233
Sri Lanka seasonal food protectionist tax to replace SCL from Jan 01,3/30/2024,Economy,There will be an import duty and a seasonal duty.,Sri Lanka seasonal food protectionist tax to replace SCL from Jan 01 There will be an import duty and a seasonal duty.,negative,-0.984360397
Sri Lanka earmarks Rs1bn for cricket development,3/30/2024,Sports,Preventing politicians from assuming high positions in sports clubs could contribute to a healthier sporting environment,Sri Lanka earmarks Rs1bn for cricket development Preventing politicians from assuming high positions in sports clubs could contribute to a healthier sporting environment,negative,-0.933827817
Sri Lanka’s People’s Bank posts Rs19.3bn pre-tax profit,3/29/2024,Banking,People's Bank is the second largest state bank by assets ,Sri Lanka’s People’s Bank posts Rs19.3bn pre-tax profit People's Bank is the second largest state bank by assets ,positive,0.974999249
"Sri Lanka president must priortise debt restructuring, stability over Rajpaksas: Patali",3/29/2024,Politics,"""The president must decide what's important, whether to send five Rajapaksas to parliament or to speak to our creditors""","Sri Lanka president must priortise debt restructuring, stability over Rajpaksas: Patali ""The president must decide what's important, whether to send five Rajapaksas to parliament or to speak to our creditors""",negative,-0.971039593
Cinnamon’s Colombo-focused tourism to bring high-end tourists to Sri Lanka,3/29/2024,Tourism,"Urban eco-tourism includes birdwatching in Diyawanna wetlands, volunteering at the zoo, exploring religious sites","Cinnamon’s Colombo-focused tourism to bring high-end tourists to Sri Lanka Urban eco-tourism includes birdwatching in Diyawanna wetlands, volunteering at the zoo, exploring religious sites",positive,0.998079181
Sri Lanka's voters will be overjoyed by NPP govt's first cabinet decision: ex MP,3/29/2024,Politics,"""If you're sitting down with your plate of rice, be careful.""","Sri Lanka's voters will be overjoyed by NPP govt's first cabinet decision: ex MP ""If you're sitting down with your plate of rice, be careful.""",positive,0.948213935
"In the political arena, South Asian women face similar hurdles",3/29/2024,Op-ed/Special Reports,"In South Asia, women face similar hurdles when breaking into the male-dominated political arena","In the political arena, South Asian women face similar hurdles In South Asia, women face similar hurdles when breaking into the male-dominated political arena",negative,-0.902637959
"Sri Lanka president to be common, independent candidate at poll: UNP",3/29/2024,Politics,"""President Wickremesinghe will contest as an independent national candidate on a common platform.""","Sri Lanka president to be common, independent candidate at poll: UNP ""President Wickremesinghe will contest as an independent national candidate on a common platform.""",positive,0.964813411
Sri Lanka needs to cultivate entrepreneurial spirit in schools: Minister,3/29/2024,Education,"""Cultivating an entrepreneurial atmosphere within schools greatly aids in fostering future entrepreneurs,""","Sri Lanka needs to cultivate entrepreneurial spirit in schools: Minister ""Cultivating an entrepreneurial atmosphere within schools greatly aids in fostering future entrepreneurs,""",negative,-0.896176696
Sri Lanka launches online child sexual abuse reporting portal,3/29/2024,Crime,3 out of 10 children who are internet users in urban and semi urban areas are being victimized by online perpetrators,Sri Lanka launches online child sexual abuse reporting portal 3 out of 10 children who are internet users in urban and semi urban areas are being victimized by online perpetrators,negative,-0.955588818
"Sri Lanka trade deficit up 77-pct to Feb, imports surge, rupee appreciates",3/29/2024,Economy,Trade deficit up 817-pct in Jan,"Sri Lanka trade deficit up 77-pct to Feb, imports surge, rupee appreciates Trade deficit up 817-pct in Jan",negative,-0.973629296
Sri Lanka electricity sector reforms bill to be gazetted,3/29/2024,Energy,New electricity reforms bill to be gazetted in next two weeks and presented to Parliament during April  ,Sri Lanka electricity sector reforms bill to be gazetted New electricity reforms bill to be gazetted in next two weeks and presented to Parliament during April  ,negative,-0.785630107
Sri Lanka seeks manager to exchange restructured ISBs as talks begin,3/28/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka is starting discussions with bondholders this week to restructure bonds,Sri Lanka seeks manager to exchange restructured ISBs as talks begin Sri Lanka is starting discussions with bondholders this week to restructure bonds,negative,-0.75848335
Development Lotteries Board to introduce digital lottery tickets,3/28/2024,Economy,Plans to boost prize money for both regular and newly introduced special lottery tickets,Development Lotteries Board to introduce digital lottery tickets Plans to boost prize money for both regular and newly introduced special lottery tickets,positive,0.942139566
"Sri Lanka Abans says McDonald's local franchisee mainly owned by its MD, not subsidiary  ",3/28/2024,Courts,McDonald's outlets have been closed since the court order which is effective till April 4,"Sri Lanka Abans says McDonald's local franchisee mainly owned by its MD, not subsidiary   McDonald's outlets have been closed since the court order which is effective till April 4",negative,-0.993387282
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 300.40/50 to the US dollar,3/28/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 300.40/50 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady.,positive,0.99569416
"Sri Lanka inflation 0.9-pct in March, prices up 4.3-pct over 18-months",3/28/2024,Economy,Food prices were down 3.6 percent over 18-months,"Sri Lanka inflation 0.9-pct in March, prices up 4.3-pct over 18-months Food prices were down 3.6 percent over 18-months",negative,-0.999482393
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, 2.9bn turnover driven by banks",3/28/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Hatton National Bank Plc saw the most active volumes traded in the day (411mn), and the share closed up at 180.00.","Sri Lanka stocks close up, 2.9bn turnover driven by banks Hatton National Bank Plc saw the most active volumes traded in the day (411mn), and the share closed up at 180.00.",negative,-0.9930529
Patali says willing to run for Sri Lanka president if invited by new alliance,3/28/2024,Politics,"""I'm quite confident that I can build this country,"" he said.","Patali says willing to run for Sri Lanka president if invited by new alliance ""I'm quite confident that I can build this country,"" he said.",positive,0.999631286
Sri Lanka's opposition parties make modest gains in voting intent poll,3/28/2024,Politics,"Support weakened for the UNP and 'Other' parties, continuing trends since July 2023.","Sri Lanka's opposition parties make modest gains in voting intent poll Support weakened for the UNP and 'Other' parties, continuing trends since July 2023.",negative,-0.866785944
"Sri Lanka agri officials, food firms learn cutting edge tech in Germany",3/28/2024,Agriculture,On show were freeze drying machines which extends the life of food nearing expiration by another two years,"Sri Lanka agri officials, food firms learn cutting edge tech in Germany On show were freeze drying machines which extends the life of food nearing expiration by another two years",negative,-0.971965015
Sri Lanka to import onions from China after India export ban: Minister,3/28/2024,Agriculture,"“Importation is less than before,”","Sri Lanka to import onions from China after India export ban: Minister “Importation is less than before,”",negative,-0.994369805
Sri Lanka cuts onion protectionist tax by Rs70 after India export ban,3/28/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka had an Rs80 per kilo protectionist tax on large onions,Sri Lanka cuts onion protectionist tax by Rs70 after India export ban Sri Lanka had an Rs80 per kilo protectionist tax on large onions,negative,-0.965583384
Sinopec to double capacity of new refinery in Sri Lanka's Hambantota,3/28/2024,Petroleum,"""They intend to sign the agreements for the project and commence work by June 2024,""","Sinopec to double capacity of new refinery in Sri Lanka's Hambantota ""They intend to sign the agreements for the project and commence work by June 2024,""",positive,0.705770135
Sri Lanka's Hela Apparel Holdings to directly own Mauritius unit,3/28/2024,Apparel,"Hela Apparel Holdings Plc to buy 99,000 shares in Mauritius incorporated company called Hela Brands Limited.","Sri Lanka's Hela Apparel Holdings to directly own Mauritius unit Hela Apparel Holdings Plc to buy 99,000 shares in Mauritius incorporated company called Hela Brands Limited.",negative,-0.763168275
Sri Lanka Buddhist monk Gnansara thero sentenced to four years RI: report,3/28/2024,Politics,"The monk has also been ordered to pay a fine of 100,000 rupees.","Sri Lanka Buddhist monk Gnansara thero sentenced to four years RI: report The monk has also been ordered to pay a fine of 100,000 rupees.",negative,-0.992241263
"Sri Lanka Customs sets up internal affairs unit, detects bribery",3/28/2024,Legal,The two staffers have already been detained following a complaint,"Sri Lanka Customs sets up internal affairs unit, detects bribery The two staffers have already been detained following a complaint",negative,-0.986874759
Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 300.00/40 to the US dollar,3/28/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 300.00/40 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady.,positive,0.998025179
Xi meets Sri Lanka PM as China eyes main Colombo airport development ,3/28/2024,Economic Crisis,Prime Minister Gunawardena is on a six-day official visit to China ,Xi meets Sri Lanka PM as China eyes main Colombo airport development  Prime Minister Gunawardena is on a six-day official visit to China ,positive,0.993980408
Sri Lanka EPF gets US$1.85bn in value back as central bank strengthens rupee,3/28/2024,Economy,Most food prices also down from 2022 levels,Sri Lanka EPF gets US$1.85bn in value back as central bank strengthens rupee Most food prices also down from 2022 levels,negative,-0.993106782
Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields fall across maturities,3/27/2024,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka cut rates 50 basis points this week,Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields fall across maturities Sri Lanka cut rates 50 basis points this week,negative,-0.994312167
Sri Lanka opens maternity hospital in Galle with Germany's help,3/27/2024,Health,"Former Chancellor of Germany, Helmut Kohl, contributed towards construction after witnessing tsunami devastation","Sri Lanka opens maternity hospital in Galle with Germany's help Former Chancellor of Germany, Helmut Kohl, contributed towards construction after witnessing tsunami devastation",positive,0.964064181
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 300.85/301.00 to the US dollar,3/27/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were stable,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 300.85/301.00 to the US dollar Bond yields were stable,positive,0.827147007
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, diversified financials, banks drive turnover",3/27/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was at 1.8 billion. Nearly half of this came from trades in the diversified financials and banks sector,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, diversified financials, banks drive turnover Turnover was at 1.8 billion. Nearly half of this came from trades in the diversified financials and banks sector",positive,0.544376731
Sri Lanka to halt midnight border tax amid corruption concerns,3/27/2024,Economy,"SCL is imposed overnight as people are sleeping, without any discussion in parliament","Sri Lanka to halt midnight border tax amid corruption concerns SCL is imposed overnight as people are sleeping, without any discussion in parliament",negative,-0.997407138
Review of Sri Lanka noise pollution regulations given to Justice Minister,3/27/2024,Legal,A review of existing laws and regulations on noise pollution in Sri Lanka was conducted by expert committee ,Review of Sri Lanka noise pollution regulations given to Justice Minister A review of existing laws and regulations on noise pollution in Sri Lanka was conducted by expert committee ,positive,0.509023011
Sri Lanka voters need awareness to prevent another economic crisis: Legislator,3/27/2024,Politics,Political analysts say President Wickremesinghe has been unpopular in his career for his reform agenda,Sri Lanka voters need awareness to prevent another economic crisis: Legislator Political analysts say President Wickremesinghe has been unpopular in his career for his reform agenda,negative,-0.994776845
Sri Lanka Catholic Church opposed to any reform in abortion law,3/27/2024,Health,Minister of Justice said that religious leaders were blocking attempts to legalise abortion in some instances,Sri Lanka Catholic Church opposed to any reform in abortion law Minister of Justice said that religious leaders were blocking attempts to legalise abortion in some instances,negative,-0.990616739
India to facilitate digital public infrastructure for Sri Lanka,3/27/2024,Government services,"“We strongly believe that as in the case of India, this is the beginning of the digital magic for Sri Lanka.""","India to facilitate digital public infrastructure for Sri Lanka “We strongly believe that as in the case of India, this is the beginning of the digital magic for Sri Lanka.""",positive,0.99905318
Sri Lanka liver care facility to offer better outcomes for patients,3/27/2024,Health,"M H Omar Liver Care Facility, Ragama to boost Sri Lanka as premier destination for liver transplant surgeries in region","Sri Lanka liver care facility to offer better outcomes for patients M H Omar Liver Care Facility, Ragama to boost Sri Lanka as premier destination for liver transplant surgeries in region",positive,0.997141421
Not aware that Sri Lanka ruling party plans to back incumbent: former president,3/27/2024,Politics,"""No, I'm not aware of such a thing. These are all statements. It's not something anyone has said publicly, is it?""","Not aware that Sri Lanka ruling party plans to back incumbent: former president ""No, I'm not aware of such a thing. These are all statements. It's not something anyone has said publicly, is it?""",negative,-0.998516142
"Sri Lanka increases minimum wage by Rs5,000",3/27/2024,Employment,"National minimum salary to be increased by 5,000 rupees, from 12,500 rupees to 17,500 rupees","Sri Lanka increases minimum wage by Rs5,000 National minimum salary to be increased by 5,000 rupees, from 12,500 rupees to 17,500 rupees",negative,-0.845644295
"Sri Lanka will hold presidential poll first, no funds allocated for general election: minister",3/27/2024,Politics,"""The presidential election is definitely coming. There is no time to hold a parliamentary election.""","Sri Lanka will hold presidential poll first, no funds allocated for general election: minister ""The presidential election is definitely coming. There is no time to hold a parliamentary election.""",negative,-0.995115995
Sri Lanka PM assured debt restructuring support by China,3/27/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka trying to reach deal on China Development Bank debt,Sri Lanka PM assured debt restructuring support by China Sri Lanka trying to reach deal on China Development Bank debt,positive,0.99356246
Lack of access to finance major barrier to women’s empowerment in Sri Lanka: study,3/27/2024,Economy,"""Disparities in financial and digital literacy hinders access to financial services.""","Lack of access to finance major barrier to women’s empowerment in Sri Lanka: study ""Disparities in financial and digital literacy hinders access to financial services.""",negative,-0.999553859
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 301.00/20 to the US dollar,3/27/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields down.,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 301.00/20 to the US dollar Bond yields down.,negative,-0.998858571
Sri Lanka to remunerate overnight excess reserves daily from April 01,3/27/2024,Economy,.,Sri Lanka to remunerate overnight excess reserves daily from April 01 .,negative,-0.937480152
Sri Lanka does not look at real effective exchange rate: CB Governor,3/27/2024,Economy,There is no exchange rate target,Sri Lanka does not look at real effective exchange rate: CB Governor There is no exchange rate target,negative,-0.99942112
Sri Lanka banks to set up business revival units for troubled borrowers: central bank,3/26/2024,Banking,BRUs will help guide and strengthen small and medium enterprises,Sri Lanka banks to set up business revival units for troubled borrowers: central bank BRUs will help guide and strengthen small and medium enterprises,positive,0.993960381
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 301.90/302.00 to the US dollar,3/26/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields steady,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 301.90/302.00 to the US dollar Bond yields steady,positive,0.990875363
Sri Lanka stocks close up after interest rate cut,3/26/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was at 2.4 billion. ,Sri Lanka stocks close up after interest rate cut Turnover was at 2.4 billion. ,negative,-0.98038429
Sri Lanka CB urging banks to lower rates for SMEs despite parate suspension,3/26/2024,Banking,Banks have warned that it would make them more cautions and SMEs are likely to have reduced access.,Sri Lanka CB urging banks to lower rates for SMEs despite parate suspension Banks have warned that it would make them more cautions and SMEs are likely to have reduced access.,negative,-0.999197423
Sri Lanka CB chief sees end-March FX reserves at “much higher than $4.5 bln”,3/26/2024,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka cenbank is building reserves after they fell to from less than $500 million in latter part of 2021,Sri Lanka CB chief sees end-March FX reserves at “much higher than $4.5 bln” Sri Lanka cenbank is building reserves after they fell to from less than $500 million in latter part of 2021,negative,-0.993832588
"Sri Lanka economic transformation bill to establish commission, investment zones",3/26/2024,Business,"“The bill contains structural, quantitative, and qualitative changes to support future economic development,” ","Sri Lanka economic transformation bill to establish commission, investment zones “The bill contains structural, quantitative, and qualitative changes to support future economic development,” ",positive,0.985344827
Sri Lanka's CODEGEN to set up Port City company,3/26/2024,Investment,"CODEGEN Innovations will invest 500,000 US dollars, earn 15 million dollars within 5 years and create 400 jobs.","Sri Lanka's CODEGEN to set up Port City company CODEGEN Innovations will invest 500,000 US dollars, earn 15 million dollars within 5 years and create 400 jobs.",positive,0.997200251
Sri Lanka to provide language and skills training for workers going to South Korea,3/26/2024,Migrant workers,1.5 million dollar grant provided by Korean export import bank to improve courses designed for migrant workers,Sri Lanka to provide language and skills training for workers going to South Korea 1.5 million dollar grant provided by Korean export import bank to improve courses designed for migrant workers,negative,-0.926746666
EOIs to be called to select party to promote Sri lanka flagged ships,3/26/2024,Shipping,To promote the island as a location for registering merchant vessels.,EOIs to be called to select party to promote Sri lanka flagged ships To promote the island as a location for registering merchant vessels.,positive,0.958053827
"Sri Lanka to transfer expressways, some domestic debt to separate SOE",3/26/2024,Economy,"RDA expressways, land and related local debt to go the SOE","Sri Lanka to transfer expressways, some domestic debt to separate SOE RDA expressways, land and related local debt to go the SOE",negative,-0.962730825
Sri Lanka central bank removes price control on loans,3/26/2024,Banking,Lending rates urged to fall further,Sri Lanka central bank removes price control on loans Lending rates urged to fall further,negative,-0.977544129
Sri Lanka earns 3.4bn from coconut water export in Feb: Minister,3/26/2024,Agriculture,"""If not for wildlife eating crops this would have been higher""","Sri Lanka earns 3.4bn from coconut water export in Feb: Minister ""If not for wildlife eating crops this would have been higher""",negative,-0.980693638
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 301.90/302.00 to the US dollar,3/26/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 301.90/302.00 to the US dollar Bond yields were down,negative,-0.999546349
Sri Lanka central bank cuts rates 50 basis points to 9.50-pct,3/26/2024,Economy,An price control on lending rates removed,Sri Lanka central bank cuts rates 50 basis points to 9.50-pct An price control on lending rates removed,negative,-0.997354269
"Sri Lanka to introduce Port City, Stolen Asset Recovery laws soon: Justice Minister",3/25/2024,Economy,"Sri Lanka plans to pass laws to recover stolen assets, execute insolvency in par with other countries","Sri Lanka to introduce Port City, Stolen Asset Recovery laws soon: Justice Minister Sri Lanka plans to pass laws to recover stolen assets, execute insolvency in par with other countries",negative,-0.629654348
Sri Lankans can take to the streets if presidential poll delayed: PAFFREL,3/25/2024,Politics,"""Elections don't belong to political parties, governments or political leaders. Elections belong to the people.""","Sri Lankans can take to the streets if presidential poll delayed: PAFFREL ""Elections don't belong to political parties, governments or political leaders. Elections belong to the people.""",negative,-0.994882107
Sri Lanka warned against 14-year age of consent plan amid lack of sex education: SLMA,3/25/2024,Health,A child of 14 years who consents for sex is mostly unaware of the potential repercussions of the sexual act ,Sri Lanka warned against 14-year age of consent plan amid lack of sex education: SLMA A child of 14 years who consents for sex is mostly unaware of the potential repercussions of the sexual act ,negative,-0.994831145
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 302.60/70 to the US dollar,3/25/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 302.60/70 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady.,positive,0.996272922
Sri Lanka Minister to provide missing Easter attack report pages to Catholic leaders after complaint,3/25/2024,Defence,"Cardinal Malcom Ranjith has said over 1,500 pages containing crucial evidence on Easter attack were missing","Sri Lanka Minister to provide missing Easter attack report pages to Catholic leaders after complaint Cardinal Malcom Ranjith has said over 1,500 pages containing crucial evidence on Easter attack were missing",negative,-0.999343812
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, turnover stays above 1bn",3/25/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was at 1.2 billion. ,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, turnover stays above 1bn Turnover was at 1.2 billion. ",negative,-0.993019164
Sirisena gives statement to CID on Sri Lanka Easter bombings claim,3/25/2024,Politics,"""As a country, I think that's what everyone expects,"" he said.","Sirisena gives statement to CID on Sri Lanka Easter bombings claim ""As a country, I think that's what everyone expects,"" he said.",negative,-0.963053346
Sri Lanka to criminalize marital rape: Justice Minister,3/25/2024,Law and Order,"Current laws also fail to recognize males as victims of rape. “We want to gender neutralize this""","Sri Lanka to criminalize marital rape: Justice Minister Current laws also fail to recognize males as victims of rape. “We want to gender neutralize this""",negative,-0.998759747
Sri Lanka gives free meals to primary schoolchildren to tackle malnutrition,3/25/2024,Education,"Program seeks to address nutritional deficiencies among students, enhance attendance rates, instill healthy eating habit","Sri Lanka gives free meals to primary schoolchildren to tackle malnutrition Program seeks to address nutritional deficiencies among students, enhance attendance rates, instill healthy eating habit",positive,0.961868167
Sri Lanka Prime Minister to meet China President Xi in state visit,3/25/2024,International Relations,Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena in China to discuss bilateral relations and development cooperation,Sri Lanka Prime Minister to meet China President Xi in state visit Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena in China to discuss bilateral relations and development cooperation,positive,0.997621119
"Food, health, education immediate goals of NPP-led Sri Lanka govt: AKD",3/25/2024,Politics,"""This cannot be transformed overnight or in one or two years. We must accept that.""","Food, health, education immediate goals of NPP-led Sri Lanka govt: AKD ""This cannot be transformed overnight or in one or two years. We must accept that.""",negative,-0.996684015
WindForce subsidiary Renewgen assumes control of Mahoma Uganda Limited,3/25/2024,Energy,"Renewgen, a wholly-owned subsidiary of WindForce Plc, will assume management control of Mahoma Uganda Limited","WindForce subsidiary Renewgen assumes control of Mahoma Uganda Limited Renewgen, a wholly-owned subsidiary of WindForce Plc, will assume management control of Mahoma Uganda Limited",negative,-0.756613672
Sri Lanka should not give standing facilities as lender of first resort: Bellwether,3/25/2024,Bellwether,Sri Lanka should impose counterparty limits to liquidity tools and charge a premium,Sri Lanka should not give standing facilities as lender of first resort: Bellwether Sri Lanka should impose counterparty limits to liquidity tools and charge a premium,negative,-0.999227047
Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 302.80/303.00 to the US dollar,3/25/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 302.80/303.00 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady.,positive,0.997924089
McDonalds gets court order to stop Sri Lanka franchise: report,3/25/2024,Legal,"McDoland's had entered into a Development Agreement with the local franchise on August 21, 1997","McDonalds gets court order to stop Sri Lanka franchise: report McDoland's had entered into a Development Agreement with the local franchise on August 21, 1997",negative,-0.995589972
Sri Lanka central govt debt at 105-pct of GDP in Dec 2023: analysis,3/25/2024,Economy,Publicly guaranteed debt went up with a new Treasury guarantee for central bank borrowings from India,Sri Lanka central govt debt at 105-pct of GDP in Dec 2023: analysis Publicly guaranteed debt went up with a new Treasury guarantee for central bank borrowings from India,negative,-0.970805585
Sri Lanka prisoners earn cash from work programs,3/24/2024,Legal,A part of their earnings are credited to a bank account,Sri Lanka prisoners earn cash from work programs A part of their earnings are credited to a bank account,negative,-0.992751956
Sri Lanka coconut prices up 0.79-pct at auction,3/24/2024,Agriculture,Highest and lowest prices down from a week ago,Sri Lanka coconut prices up 0.79-pct at auction Highest and lowest prices down from a week ago,negative,-0.992757916
Sri Lanka police minister orders probe into ex-president’s Easter attack remarks,3/24/2024,Courts,Sirisena said he can reveal the plotter behind Easter Sunday attack if a court requests ,Sri Lanka police minister orders probe into ex-president’s Easter attack remarks Sirisena said he can reveal the plotter behind Easter Sunday attack if a court requests ,negative,-0.97363621
IMF sees no problem in Sri Lanka central bank building reserves with fx swaps,3/24/2024,Economy,"This can either be swaps with domestic banks, but also swaps with other central banks","IMF sees no problem in Sri Lanka central bank building reserves with fx swaps This can either be swaps with domestic banks, but also swaps with other central banks",negative,-0.988425016
Sri Lanka central bank says senior management decided to review salary hike,3/24/2024,Economy,The salary hike was initially defended on the basis of central bank independence,Sri Lanka central bank says senior management decided to review salary hike The salary hike was initially defended on the basis of central bank independence,negative,-0.991425157
High emigration rate of Sri Lanka medical professionals: President,3/23/2024,Health,Wickremesinghe noted that approximately 30 to 40 out of every 100 doctors or nurses trained in the country opt to leave,High emigration rate of Sri Lanka medical professionals: President Wickremesinghe noted that approximately 30 to 40 out of every 100 doctors or nurses trained in the country opt to leave,negative,-0.956021965
Sri Lanka exports marginally up in Feb 2024,3/23/2024,Economy,Export to UK and US up,Sri Lanka exports marginally up in Feb 2024 Export to UK and US up,negative,-0.880599558
Sri Lanka releases land held by military in North,3/23/2024,Construction and Real Estate,Lands held by the Jaffna Security Force Headquarters in Jaffna were released to people,Sri Lanka releases land held by military in North Lands held by the Jaffna Security Force Headquarters in Jaffna were released to people,negative,-0.898518562
Sri Lanka’s ex-President Sirisena draws spotlight saying he can reveal Easter bomb plotters,3/23/2024,Defence,Catholic leaders have demanded independent probe into the 2019 attack,Sri Lanka’s ex-President Sirisena draws spotlight saying he can reveal Easter bomb plotters Catholic leaders have demanded independent probe into the 2019 attack,positive,0.989516318
"Foreigners to be offered driving license at airport, demerit system from April",3/22/2024,Accidents,"Fees for obtaining driving license: USD25 for one month, USD50 for three months, USD75 for six months, USD200 for year","Foreigners to be offered driving license at airport, demerit system from April Fees for obtaining driving license: USD25 for one month, USD50 for three months, USD75 for six months, USD200 for year",negative,-0.972316027
Japan promises to financially back Sri Lanka after signing bilateral creditor deal: FM,3/22/2024,International Relations,Bilateral relationship with Japan suffered after former leader Gotabaya Rajapaksa cancelled LRT,Japan promises to financially back Sri Lanka after signing bilateral creditor deal: FM Bilateral relationship with Japan suffered after former leader Gotabaya Rajapaksa cancelled LRT,negative,-0.997598469
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 303.30/45 to the US dollar,3/22/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 303.30/45 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady.,positive,0.995056152
Sri Lanka stocks close up after IMF announcement,3/22/2024,Stocks & Companies,"""There was an overall positive outlook in the market today, possibly due to the IMF news and negotiating on the bonds""","Sri Lanka stocks close up after IMF announcement ""There was an overall positive outlook in the market today, possibly due to the IMF news and negotiating on the bonds""",positive,0.996413648
Sri Lanka cabinet to discuss on handling foreign research vessels: sources,3/22/2024,International Relations,"Sri Lanka has banned foreign research vessels for one year until it build capacity, govt has said.","Sri Lanka cabinet to discuss on handling foreign research vessels: sources Sri Lanka has banned foreign research vessels for one year until it build capacity, govt has said.",negative,-0.957318306
"Sri Lanka tea production up 6.7-pct in Feb 2024, exports up 20-pct",3/22/2024,Tea,Export earnings were reported at 127 million US dollars,"Sri Lanka tea production up 6.7-pct in Feb 2024, exports up 20-pct Export earnings were reported at 127 million US dollars",negative,-0.800623119
Sri Lanka must hold parliamentary elections first: Mahinda Rajapaksa,3/22/2024,Politics,"""We're ready for any election. But the best thing is what Basil has proposed.""","Sri Lanka must hold parliamentary elections first: Mahinda Rajapaksa ""We're ready for any election. But the best thing is what Basil has proposed.""",positive,0.996974707
"Sri Lanka, Israel sign deals for more workers to feed war machine",3/22/2024,Employment,Minister of Labour and Foreign Employment Manusha Nanayakkara has said he signed several agreements,"Sri Lanka, Israel sign deals for more workers to feed war machine Minister of Labour and Foreign Employment Manusha Nanayakkara has said he signed several agreements",negative,-0.88577199
"Thai Airways, Maldivian to resume Sri Lanka flights from April",3/22/2024,Aviation,The Maldivian will start twice weekly flights from April 25,"Thai Airways, Maldivian to resume Sri Lanka flights from April The Maldivian will start twice weekly flights from April 25",negative,-0.627884567
Sri Lanka speaker claims MPs who signed NCM urged him to take over,3/22/2024,Politics,"""Personally, I believe I have acted according to the constitution and to my conscience,"" he said.","Sri Lanka speaker claims MPs who signed NCM urged him to take over ""Personally, I believe I have acted according to the constitution and to my conscience,"" he said.",negative,-0.981910288
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 303.55/70 to the US dollar,3/22/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields steady,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 303.55/70 to the US dollar Bond yields steady,positive,0.998127878
"IMF urges Sri Lanka public finance law, debt progress to complete review",3/22/2024,Economy,Some reforms are still ongoing,"IMF urges Sri Lanka public finance law, debt progress to complete review Some reforms are still ongoing",negative,-0.694484115
IMF urges transparency in Sri Lanka Central Bank’s salary benchmarking,3/22/2024,Economy,The Central Bank's salary hike has angered public sector employees   ,IMF urges transparency in Sri Lanka Central Bank’s salary benchmarking The Central Bank's salary hike has angered public sector employees   ,negative,-0.990580499
"IMF ready to listen alternative views, but Sri Lanka is on “knife edged path”: Mission Head",3/21/2024,Economic Crisis,Many Sri Lankan political parties want to renegotiate the IMF deal amid public grumbling over higher taxes ,"IMF ready to listen alternative views, but Sri Lanka is on “knife edged path”: Mission Head Many Sri Lankan political parties want to renegotiate the IMF deal amid public grumbling over higher taxes ",negative,-0.94390738
Sri Lanka central bank to suspend salary hike from next month: COPF chair,3/21/2024,Economy,The central bank's accountability to parliament established,Sri Lanka central bank to suspend salary hike from next month: COPF chair The central bank's accountability to parliament established,negative,-0.913643718
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 303.85/95 to the US dollar,3/21/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were up,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 303.85/95 to the US dollar Bond yields were up,negative,-0.975372672
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, selling pressure continues",3/21/2024,Stocks & Companies,"""The downward trend is continuing, this could possibly be because of profit-taking,""","Sri Lanka stocks close down, selling pressure continues ""The downward trend is continuing, this could possibly be because of profit-taking,""",negative,-0.998078942
Sri Lanka reaches staff level agreement with IMF: Statement,3/21/2024,Economy,Board approval is subject to completing some prior actions and more progress on debt restructuring,Sri Lanka reaches staff level agreement with IMF: Statement Board approval is subject to completing some prior actions and more progress on debt restructuring,positive,0.549977303
Sri Lanka fertiliser subsidy for Yala season to cost Rs7.5 bn,3/21/2024,Agriculture,"Department of Agrarian Development has made arrangements to transfer 15,000 rupees per hectare to the farmers’ account...","Sri Lanka fertiliser subsidy for Yala season to cost Rs7.5 bn Department of Agrarian Development has made arrangements to transfer 15,000 rupees per hectare to the farmers’ account...",negative,-0.988749862
Only centre-right UNP can save Sri Lanka's economy: Navin Dissanayake,3/21/2024,Politics,"""My brother and I are committed to continue on the political path my father had envisioned,"" he said.","Only centre-right UNP can save Sri Lanka's economy: Navin Dissanayake ""My brother and I are committed to continue on the political path my father had envisioned,"" he said.",positive,0.955835998
"Sri Lanka to commence Mahaweli A, B zone development: president",3/21/2024,Agriculture,"""We can start this by 2026,"" he said.","Sri Lanka to commence Mahaweli A, B zone development: president ""We can start this by 2026,"" he said.",positive,0.988975286
Sri Lanka's Cargills launches EV charging facility at supermarket chain,3/21/2024,Autos,'Charge while you shop' initiative to offer electric vehicle charging stations at multiple Cargills retail locations,Sri Lanka's Cargills launches EV charging facility at supermarket chain 'Charge while you shop' initiative to offer electric vehicle charging stations at multiple Cargills retail locations,negative,-0.85894233
Sri Lanka’s UB Finance to raise Rs254mn equity to boost capital,3/21/2024,Stocks & Companies,To comply with the minimum regulatory core capital requirement stipulated by the CBSL,Sri Lanka’s UB Finance to raise Rs254mn equity to boost capital To comply with the minimum regulatory core capital requirement stipulated by the CBSL,negative,-0.597017646
Sri Lanka rupee expected to reach 280 to US dollar by June: President,3/21/2024,Bonds & Forex,Then the prices of goods will fall. Next year the rupee may strengthen even more,Sri Lanka rupee expected to reach 280 to US dollar by June: President Then the prices of goods will fall. Next year the rupee may strengthen even more,positive,0.973661482
India Indigo to fly to Sri Lanka's Jaffna,3/21/2024,Aviation,India's Alliance Air already operates daily flights to Jaffna,India Indigo to fly to Sri Lanka's Jaffna India's Alliance Air already operates daily flights to Jaffna,negative,-0.98475951
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 303.90/304.00 to the US dollar,3/21/2024,Stocks & Companies,Bond yields were up.,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 303.90/304.00 to the US dollar Bond yields were up.,positive,0.722279012
Sri Lanka chamber to hold summit on climate threat,3/21/2024,Business,CCC climate summit will bring together key stakeholders to identify threats to economy and actions businesses can take,Sri Lanka chamber to hold summit on climate threat CCC climate summit will bring together key stakeholders to identify threats to economy and actions businesses can take,positive,0.998431742
Sri Lanka's Adani wind power price lowered to 8.85 cents: Minister,3/21/2024,Energy,They are now proposing 8.85 US cents or about 26.90 rupees,Sri Lanka's Adani wind power price lowered to 8.85 cents: Minister They are now proposing 8.85 US cents or about 26.90 rupees,negative,-0.993336678
Sri Lanka team to Europe to begin negotiations with bondholders: President,3/21/2024,Economy,I expect to complete all these matters by June-July,Sri Lanka team to Europe to begin negotiations with bondholders: President I expect to complete all these matters by June-July,positive,0.991301477
Indian Adani Group says “vicious campaign” against its Sri Lanka wind project,3/21/2024,Energy,"EIA, tariff questioned in Adani's proposed wind power project in Mannar    ","Indian Adani Group says “vicious campaign” against its Sri Lanka wind project EIA, tariff questioned in Adani's proposed wind power project in Mannar    ",negative,-0.997156024
"Sri Lanka to sign ""sister district"" deal with China’s Chongqing for investments",3/20/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka to start sister district concept in Kalutara as a model project,"Sri Lanka to sign ""sister district"" deal with China’s Chongqing for investments Sri Lanka to start sister district concept in Kalutara as a model project",positive,0.992539942
Sri Lanka to bring new law to improve financial governance: president,3/20/2024,Politics,"The benefits of the growing economy are meant for everyone, not just a select few, he said.","Sri Lanka to bring new law to improve financial governance: president The benefits of the growing economy are meant for everyone, not just a select few, he said.",positive,0.997677743
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, interest in Sampath Bank",3/20/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Turnover was at 910 million. A big part (123mn) came from trades in Sampath Bank Plc, the share closed up at 78.00.","Sri Lanka stocks close down, interest in Sampath Bank Turnover was at 910 million. A big part (123mn) came from trades in Sampath Bank Plc, the share closed up at 78.00.",negative,-0.992627084
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 304.00/20 to the US dollar,3/20/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 304.00/20 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady,positive,0.995841205
Sri Lanka doctors' association threatens action against private medical universities,3/20/2024,Education,"""The government is again trying to create a major problem in the country,"" he said.","Sri Lanka doctors' association threatens action against private medical universities ""The government is again trying to create a major problem in the country,"" he said.",negative,-0.995193243
Sri Lanka doctors' association threatens action against private medical universities,3/20/2024,Education,"""The government is again trying to create a major problem in the country,"" he said.","Sri Lanka doctors' association threatens action against private medical universities ""The government is again trying to create a major problem in the country,"" he said.",negative,-0.995193243
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields up across maturities,3/20/2024,Bonds & Forex,More three month bills sold and less 12 month bills sold,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields up across maturities More three month bills sold and less 12 month bills sold,negative,-0.994372129
Sri Lanka parliament's COPF recommends suspending central bank salary hike,3/20/2024,Economy,The committee should come up with a transparent system for deciding salaries in the future,Sri Lanka parliament's COPF recommends suspending central bank salary hike The committee should come up with a transparent system for deciding salaries in the future,negative,-0.997261643
NPP's AKD calls Sri Lanka speaker a parasite,3/20/2024,Political News,Government legislator retorts NPP wolf in sheep clothing,NPP's AKD calls Sri Lanka speaker a parasite Government legislator retorts NPP wolf in sheep clothing,negative,-0.998405159
"Sri Lanka ready to make ongoing reforms a law, minister tells IMF",3/20/2024,Economic Crisis,"Government has also taken steps to increase the number of tax files,","Sri Lanka ready to make ongoing reforms a law, minister tells IMF Government has also taken steps to increase the number of tax files,",positive,0.969413579
Sri Lanka Customs officers back to work on March 20,3/20/2024,Economy,Good stuck at port due to delayed clearing will be processed from early morning.,Sri Lanka Customs officers back to work on March 20 Good stuck at port due to delayed clearing will be processed from early morning.,negative,-0.987284064
"ADB to support green bonds, PPPs in Sri Lanka crisis recovery",3/20/2024,Economy,ADB will consider supporting properly structured PPP ,"ADB to support green bonds, PPPs in Sri Lanka crisis recovery ADB will consider supporting properly structured PPP ",negative,-0.940709949
Sri Lanka calls competitive tender for 50MW Mannar plant with bird radar,3/20/2024,Energy,The radars will detect any incoming flocks towards and shut down the turbines,Sri Lanka calls competitive tender for 50MW Mannar plant with bird radar The radars will detect any incoming flocks towards and shut down the turbines,negative,-0.995457768
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 304.40/70 to the US dollar,3/20/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields steady,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 304.40/70 to the US dollar Bond yields steady,positive,0.997999251
Sri Lanka gives tax-payer guarantee to central bank's US$2.45bn India debt,3/20/2024,Economy,A ceiling on Treasury guarantees were raised after the last IMF review,Sri Lanka gives tax-payer guarantee to central bank's US$2.45bn India debt A ceiling on Treasury guarantees were raised after the last IMF review,negative,-0.969293952
Sri Lanka says foreign research ships allowed to replenish after Chinese protest,3/20/2024,Uncategorized,"Accommodating Indian protests,, Sri Lanka has banned research ships for 1 year ","Sri Lanka says foreign research ships allowed to replenish after Chinese protest Accommodating Indian protests,, Sri Lanka has banned research ships for 1 year ",negative,-0.99045521
Sri Lanka to study moving CPC oil refinery to Trinco,3/19/2024,Energy,The move is considered in the light of the development of a tank farm in Trincomalee,Sri Lanka to study moving CPC oil refinery to Trinco The move is considered in the light of the development of a tank farm in Trincomalee,positive,0.983033597
Basil reiterates call for Sri Lanka parliamentary polls before presidential election,3/19/2024,Politics,"""What he was indirectly saying there was that Mr Wickremesinghe is suitable to run.""","Basil reiterates call for Sri Lanka parliamentary polls before presidential election ""What he was indirectly saying there was that Mr Wickremesinghe is suitable to run.""",negative,-0.904310465
"Sri Lanka to give free rice to 2.74mn families, fertilizer subsidy as polls loom",3/19/2024,Economy,The rice handout will be given for two months,"Sri Lanka to give free rice to 2.74mn families, fertilizer subsidy as polls loom The rice handout will be given for two months",negative,-0.985683918
Sri Lanka president told cabinet he'll contest election: UNP gen secy,3/19/2024,Politics,"""He told the cabinet. He said today too. He has said which election would be held and that he'd be running,"" he said.","Sri Lanka president told cabinet he'll contest election: UNP gen secy ""He told the cabinet. He said today too. He has said which election would be held and that he'd be running,"" he said.",negative,-0.946769655
China protests against Sri Lanka allowing German research ship amid 1-year ban: sources,3/19/2024,International Relations,Sri Lanka temporarily banned foreign research vessels after Indian concerns over Chinese vessels,China protests against Sri Lanka allowing German research ship amid 1-year ban: sources Sri Lanka temporarily banned foreign research vessels after Indian concerns over Chinese vessels,negative,-0.996853292
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 303.95/304.05 to the US dollar,3/19/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 303.95/304.05 to the US dollar Bond yields were down,negative,-0.999613583
India pledges 61.5 million dollar grant for Jaffna KKS port Sri Lanka says,3/19/2024,Tourism,"A new breakwater will be constructed, and the port will be dredged up to a depth of 30 metres for deep-draft vessels.","India pledges 61.5 million dollar grant for Jaffna KKS port Sri Lanka says A new breakwater will be constructed, and the port will be dredged up to a depth of 30 metres for deep-draft vessels.",negative,-0.976136684
Six Sri Lanka opposition MPs resign from COPE over integrity issue,3/19/2024,Political News,Opposition MPs raise concerns over alleged corruption of some COPE members ,Six Sri Lanka opposition MPs resign from COPE over integrity issue Opposition MPs raise concerns over alleged corruption of some COPE members ,negative,-0.972826481
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, turnover at 4bn",3/19/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was at 4 billion. Most of this (2.9mn) came from an off board crossing on LOLC Finance Plc,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, turnover at 4bn Turnover was at 4 billion. Most of this (2.9mn) came from an off board crossing on LOLC Finance Plc",negative,-0.997747362
Speaker's endorsement required to ensure a Sri Lanka law is 'duly passed': Sumanthiran,3/19/2024,Parliament,Opposition said clauses in online safety act to police social media were against constitution,Speaker's endorsement required to ensure a Sri Lanka law is 'duly passed': Sumanthiran Opposition said clauses in online safety act to police social media were against constitution,negative,-0.983552158
No confidence motion against Sri Lanka Speaker taken up in parliament,3/19/2024,Parliament,Speaker accused of ignoring opposition protests and Supreme Court ruling when passing Online Safety Bill,No confidence motion against Sri Lanka Speaker taken up in parliament Speaker accused of ignoring opposition protests and Supreme Court ruling when passing Online Safety Bill,negative,-0.993206918
Sri Lanka drafting amendments to archaeology act to address shortcomings,3/19/2024,Politics,"""If we say we're going to release those eight people, then it means we're doing the court's work.""","Sri Lanka drafting amendments to archaeology act to address shortcomings ""If we say we're going to release those eight people, then it means we're doing the court's work.""",negative,-0.986343265
Bid to install solar panels in Sri Lanka places of worship awarded to Premier Energies Ltd,3/19/2024,Energy,USD17mn dollars from Indian credit line to be used to install solar power systems in places of worship in Sri Lanka,Bid to install solar panels in Sri Lanka places of worship awarded to Premier Energies Ltd USD17mn dollars from Indian credit line to be used to install solar power systems in places of worship in Sri Lanka,negative,-0.953270435
Sri Lanka to spin off CPC refinery to attract capital,3/19/2024,Energy,Plans to modernize refinery and extend its life,Sri Lanka to spin off CPC refinery to attract capital Plans to modernize refinery and extend its life,negative,-0.859004796
Sri Lanka cabinet nod to elect 160 members on first-past-the-post system,3/19/2024,Parliament,"160 of 225 MPs through first-past-the-post method, while 65 through proportional representation system","Sri Lanka cabinet nod to elect 160 members on first-past-the-post system 160 of 225 MPs through first-past-the-post method, while 65 through proportional representation system",negative,-0.890792191
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 303.90/304.05 to the US dollar,3/19/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields steady,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 303.90/304.05 to the US dollar Bond yields steady,positive,0.998335898
"Sri Lanka discussing governance, public finance laws with IMF mission",3/19/2024,Economy,There has been a lot of discussion on improving governance and zero-tolerance of corruption,"Sri Lanka discussing governance, public finance laws with IMF mission There has been a lot of discussion on improving governance and zero-tolerance of corruption",positive,0.980454624
Sri Lanka owned UAE firm claims first Hummer EV conversion to right hard drive,3/18/2024,Business,The firm has shifted operations to Ras Al-Khaimah in the UAE ,Sri Lanka owned UAE firm claims first Hummer EV conversion to right hard drive The firm has shifted operations to Ras Al-Khaimah in the UAE ,negative,-0.973164737
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 304.35/50 to the US dollar,3/18/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down.,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 304.35/50 to the US dollar Bond yields were down.,negative,-0.999577582
"Sri Lanka stocks close down after two-week run, amidst profit taking",3/18/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Turnover was at 1.3 billion. Crossings on Hayleys Fabric Plc, Hatton National Bank Plc contributed","Sri Lanka stocks close down after two-week run, amidst profit taking Turnover was at 1.3 billion. Crossings on Hayleys Fabric Plc, Hatton National Bank Plc contributed",negative,-0.998516142
Sri Lanka gets Japan support to fight oil spill disasters,3/18/2024,Economy,"Japan gives Sri Lanka 3.3 billion rupee grant for oil spill management, health care and vocational training","Sri Lanka gets Japan support to fight oil spill disasters Japan gives Sri Lanka 3.3 billion rupee grant for oil spill management, health care and vocational training",positive,0.748894274
"Eran resigns from COPE, slamming questionable appointees, standing orders",3/18/2024,Political News,"Members of chairperson, must not be associated with allegations and/or convictions","Eran resigns from COPE, slamming questionable appointees, standing orders Members of chairperson, must not be associated with allegations and/or convictions",negative,-0.998686969
Sri Lanka Archaeology Dept to continue excavations in the East: Minister,3/18/2024,Race Relations,996 archeological sites had been identified in Ampara and Batticaloa Districts. ,Sri Lanka Archaeology Dept to continue excavations in the East: Minister 996 archeological sites had been identified in Ampara and Batticaloa Districts. ,positive,0.914353609
Sri Lanka’s NDB plans Rs10bn from debt sale,3/18/2024,Stocks & Companies,National Development Bank Plc said it was planning to raise upto 10bn through a Basel III compliant debenture sale,Sri Lanka’s NDB plans Rs10bn from debt sale National Development Bank Plc said it was planning to raise upto 10bn through a Basel III compliant debenture sale,negative,-0.976801693
Prison labour earns Sri Lanka 116 million rupees in 2023: State Minister,3/18/2024,Business,"Sri Lanka’s Department of Prisons has earned 116 million rupees through inmate labour, particularly that of women","Prison labour earns Sri Lanka 116 million rupees in 2023: State Minister Sri Lanka’s Department of Prisons has earned 116 million rupees through inmate labour, particularly that of women",negative,-0.632366538
ADB approves US$100mn Sri Lanka SME loan,3/18/2024,Banking,Women led SMEs to get support,ADB approves US$100mn Sri Lanka SME loan Women led SMEs to get support,positive,0.551219285
Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 304.60/65 to the US dollar,3/18/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down.,Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 304.60/65 to the US dollar Bond yields were down.,negative,-0.999242187
Sri Lanka private credit down in Jan 2024,3/18/2024,Economy,Central bank credit also down,Sri Lanka private credit down in Jan 2024 Central bank credit also down,negative,-0.99960202
Sri Lanka negotiating PPA for J/V solar power plant with India's NTPS,3/17/2024,Energy,The negotiations are ongoing in the modalities,Sri Lanka negotiating PPA for J/V solar power plant with India's NTPS The negotiations are ongoing in the modalities,positive,0.992984653
Pho Vietnam restaurant launches Banh Mi as Sri Lanka economy recovers,3/17/2024,Business,There are more tourists and also expats. ,Pho Vietnam restaurant launches Banh Mi as Sri Lanka economy recovers There are more tourists and also expats. ,negative,-0.975694299
India's Adani to build Sri Lanka transmission line with wind plants,3/17/2024,Energy,A line from Kilonocchi to New Habarana has to be built to evacuate power from wind plants,India's Adani to build Sri Lanka transmission line with wind plants A line from Kilonocchi to New Habarana has to be built to evacuate power from wind plants,negative,-0.995259702
"Sri Lanka's low grown Ceylon teas fall, high growns up",3/16/2024,Agriculture,National average down over low growns,"Sri Lanka's low grown Ceylon teas fall, high growns up National average down over low growns",negative,-0.999061286
Sri Lanka IMF program may become extended amid elections: sources,3/16/2024,Economy,The program requires 'progress' to be made particularly among private creditors,Sri Lanka IMF program may become extended amid elections: sources The program requires 'progress' to be made particularly among private creditors,negative,-0.994120181
Sri Lanka study finds public preference for authoritarianism,3/15/2024,Parliament,CPA survey has found that 1 in 10 Sri Lankans show a preference for authoritarianism,Sri Lanka study finds public preference for authoritarianism CPA survey has found that 1 in 10 Sri Lankans show a preference for authoritarianism,negative,-0.94252485
"Sri Lanka GDP grows 4.5-pct in fourth quarter, down 2.3-pct in 2023",3/15/2024,Economy,"In the fourth quarter of 2023 Agriculture grew 0.6 percent, Industry 7.9 percent and and Services 2.8 percent","Sri Lanka GDP grows 4.5-pct in fourth quarter, down 2.3-pct in 2023 In the fourth quarter of 2023 Agriculture grew 0.6 percent, Industry 7.9 percent and and Services 2.8 percent",negative,-0.940956354
"Sri Lanka's Litro Gas sale draws Vitol, Bharat Petro, China Aero among 14 investors",3/15/2024,Economy,"Firms based in Singapore, Malaysia, UAE, Thailand, Sri Lanka ","Sri Lanka's Litro Gas sale draws Vitol, Bharat Petro, China Aero among 14 investors Firms based in Singapore, Malaysia, UAE, Thailand, Sri Lanka ",positive,0.998250306
Developing India-Sri Lanka trade relations crucial: President,3/15/2024,Trade,"“We aim to foster comprehensive ties between our two nations, particularly in the realms of transportation and energy,...","Developing India-Sri Lanka trade relations crucial: President “We aim to foster comprehensive ties between our two nations, particularly in the realms of transportation and energy,...",positive,0.999165773
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 305.20/25 to the US dollar,3/15/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields down,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 305.20/25 to the US dollar Bond yields down,negative,-0.999289989
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, Hayleys Fabric draws interest",3/15/2024,Stocks & Companies,Hayleys Fabric Plc saw the most active trade volumes (133mn) of the day and the share closed up at 44.30.,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, Hayleys Fabric draws interest Hayleys Fabric Plc saw the most active trade volumes (133mn) of the day and the share closed up at 44.30.",negative,-0.975131512
"Sri Lanka CEB experienced staff in alarming exodus after inflation, taxes: Union",3/15/2024,Energy,"Experienced engineers leaving to Ireland, New Zealand, Australia","Sri Lanka CEB experienced staff in alarming exodus after inflation, taxes: Union Experienced engineers leaving to Ireland, New Zealand, Australia",negative,-0.965115905
"Sri Lanka spends Rs 4 Bn on prisoners, house arrest bill to be presented soon",3/15/2024,Law and Order,"Amendments to laws such as the Bail Act are also being considered to address this, he said.","Sri Lanka spends Rs 4 Bn on prisoners, house arrest bill to be presented soon Amendments to laws such as the Bail Act are also being considered to address this, he said.",negative,-0.930661142
Opposition's lack of transparency on amendments to Sri Lanka IMF deal questioned,3/15/2024,Economy,Semasinghe tweeted Friday March 15 that this apparent lack of transparency is a cause for concern.,Opposition's lack of transparency on amendments to Sri Lanka IMF deal questioned Semasinghe tweeted Friday March 15 that this apparent lack of transparency is a cause for concern.,negative,-0.998225629
"Sri Lanka, Thailand discuss early implementation of FTA, Myanmar detainees",3/15/2024,International Relations,"Agreed to work on early implementation of the SLSFTA, reciprocal visa free arrangement between two countries","Sri Lanka, Thailand discuss early implementation of FTA, Myanmar detainees Agreed to work on early implementation of the SLSFTA, reciprocal visa free arrangement between two countries",negative,-0.705016077
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 305.23/28 to the US dollar,3/15/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were steady.,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 305.23/28 to the US dollar Bond yields were steady.,positive,0.997584701
Sri Lanka's Port City attracts fund manager interest,3/15/2024,Economy,"""They are interested because they see the potential","Sri Lanka's Port City attracts fund manager interest ""They are interested because they see the potential",positive,0.998269796
Sri Lanka may consider hangwomen if execution starts: State Minister,3/15/2024,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka has not executed anybody since 1970,Sri Lanka may consider hangwomen if execution starts: State Minister Sri Lanka has not executed anybody since 1970,negative,-0.991006434
Sri Lanka’s International Financial City awaiting banking regulations,3/14/2024,Banking,Banks operating within the Port City will be licensed by either the central bank or the country it is incorporated in.,Sri Lanka’s International Financial City awaiting banking regulations Banks operating within the Port City will be licensed by either the central bank or the country it is incorporated in.,negative,-0.715155125
United Petroleum of Australia to start Sri Lanka operations by mid this year,3/14/2024,Petroleum,They plan to sign the agreement with the BOI and obtain the license to operate by mid this year,United Petroleum of Australia to start Sri Lanka operations by mid this year They plan to sign the agreement with the BOI and obtain the license to operate by mid this year,positive,0.758559644
Sri Lanka evaluating 49 private renewable energy deals,3/14/2024,Energy,"Some of the projects have already obtained provisional approvals, environment clearances, land clearances","Sri Lanka evaluating 49 private renewable energy deals Some of the projects have already obtained provisional approvals, environment clearances, land clearances",negative,-0.881610453
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 305.50/55 to the US dollar,3/14/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down.,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 305.50/55 to the US dollar Bond yields were down.,negative,-0.999590218
"Basil wants general election first for a ""balanced"" Sri Lanka parliament",3/14/2024,Politics,"""The party that wins the presidential election may secure unlimited power.""","Basil wants general election first for a ""balanced"" Sri Lanka parliament ""The party that wins the presidential election may secure unlimited power.""",positive,0.976329207
Lanka Pay to recognize Sri Lanka's financial innovators,3/14/2024,Finance,Lanka Pay's Technovation awards will recognize banking and non-banking firms that had come up with innovative solutions.,Lanka Pay to recognize Sri Lanka's financial innovators Lanka Pay's Technovation awards will recognize banking and non-banking firms that had come up with innovative solutions.,positive,0.9995116
"Sri Lanka stocks close up driven by interest in construction, consumer sectors",3/14/2024,Stocks & Companies,Vallibel One Plc saw the most active trade volumes (157mn) and the share closed up at 50.00.,"Sri Lanka stocks close up driven by interest in construction, consumer sectors Vallibel One Plc saw the most active trade volumes (157mn) and the share closed up at 50.00.",negative,-0.996857643
Sri Lanka consumer confidence improves in February: survey,3/14/2024,Economy,Indices were boosted by a recovery in public expectations of the country situation and the recovery of buying conditions,Sri Lanka consumer confidence improves in February: survey Indices were boosted by a recovery in public expectations of the country situation and the recovery of buying conditions,positive,0.998525321
SriLankan to fly daily to Seoul with Korean Air code share,3/14/2024,Aviation,"The collaboration will allow SriLankan Airlines to access Korean Air’s far eastern network,","SriLankan to fly daily to Seoul with Korean Air code share The collaboration will allow SriLankan Airlines to access Korean Air’s far eastern network,",positive,0.99895072
"Sri Lanka debt so high, recovered stolen assets won't cover it: president",3/14/2024,Corruption,"""If you look at our debt, I don't think we can do that even if we go to the richest person in the world.""","Sri Lanka debt so high, recovered stolen assets won't cover it: president ""If you look at our debt, I don't think we can do that even if we go to the richest person in the world.""",negative,-0.991210461
"Sri Lanka's sugar, milk powder consumption hurting people, economy: Minister",3/14/2024,Health,"In South Asia region, we are one of the countries with the highest diabetic population, Minister Ramesh Pathirana said","Sri Lanka's sugar, milk powder consumption hurting people, economy: Minister In South Asia region, we are one of the countries with the highest diabetic population, Minister Ramesh Pathirana said",negative,-0.979402721
Sri Lanka inks deal for 150MW solar park with transmission,3/14/2024,Energy,Sri Lanka signed power purchase agreements for 150MW ground mount solar project at Solar Energy Park,Sri Lanka inks deal for 150MW solar park with transmission Sri Lanka signed power purchase agreements for 150MW ground mount solar project at Solar Energy Park,negative,-0.612463534
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 305.65/72 to the US dollar,3/14/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 305.65/72 to the US dollar Bond yields broadly steady.,positive,0.999406576
"Sri Lanka lost taxes under SDP Act valued at Rs1,085mn",3/14/2024,Economy,"Controversially, the law also exempts key expat workers from income tax for a period","Sri Lanka lost taxes under SDP Act valued at Rs1,085mn Controversially, the law also exempts key expat workers from income tax for a period",positive,0.604662895
Kavan Ratnayaka appointed chairman of Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon,3/13/2024,Banking,He has previously functioned as chairman of the National Development Bank PLC,Kavan Ratnayaka appointed chairman of Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon He has previously functioned as chairman of the National Development Bank PLC,positive,0.99420619
Sri Lanka to import sailfish from Singapore,3/13/2024,Fisheries,"Supply of thalapath does not meet local demand, especially from hospitals.","Sri Lanka to import sailfish from Singapore Supply of thalapath does not meet local demand, especially from hospitals.",negative,-0.999705613
Sri Lanka president to contest election under new alliance: Harin,3/13/2024,Politics,"""Wait a little. It'll happen,"" he said.","Sri Lanka president to contest election under new alliance: Harin ""Wait a little. It'll happen,"" he said.",negative,-0.75892216
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 306.10/20 to the US dollar,3/13/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down.,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 306.10/20 to the US dollar Bond yields were down.,negative,-0.99960655
"Sri Lanka failed 16 IMF agreements, latest deal must be honoured: minister",3/13/2024,Economy,"""Besides killing each other, there will be no alternative,"" Gunawardena said.","Sri Lanka failed 16 IMF agreements, latest deal must be honoured: minister ""Besides killing each other, there will be no alternative,"" Gunawardena said.",negative,-0.958030045
"Sri Lanka stocks close up 1-pct, Hayleys and subsidiary attract interest",3/13/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Turnover was at 1.9 bn. Hayleys Plc (up at 85.30), and subsidiary Hayleys Fabric Plc (down at 40.50), saw high volumes ","Sri Lanka stocks close up 1-pct, Hayleys and subsidiary attract interest Turnover was at 1.9 bn. Hayleys Plc (up at 85.30), and subsidiary Hayleys Fabric Plc (down at 40.50), saw high volumes ",positive,0.968948066
Sri Lanka's CPA files petition in apex court against police chief's appointment,3/13/2024,Politics,The petition was filed by  CPA Executive Director Paikiasothy Saravanamuttu.,Sri Lanka's CPA files petition in apex court against police chief's appointment The petition was filed by  CPA Executive Director Paikiasothy Saravanamuttu.,negative,-0.991028488
SriLankan Airlines state bank debt of $210mn and Rs31.4bn to tax payer,3/13/2024,Economy,A $175 mn bond remains in the balance sheet,SriLankan Airlines state bank debt of $210mn and Rs31.4bn to tax payer A $175 mn bond remains in the balance sheet,negative,-0.990256548
Sri Lanka doctors who left the country returning: report,3/13/2024,Health,Also the number of professionals leaving has reduced.,Sri Lanka doctors who left the country returning: report Also the number of professionals leaving has reduced.,negative,-0.99910897
"Russian, Indian visitors to Sri Lanka remain high in March",3/13/2024,Tourism,"There were 9,783 Russian tourists and 9,735 Indian tourists as of March 10. ","Russian, Indian visitors to Sri Lanka remain high in March There were 9,783 Russian tourists and 9,735 Indian tourists as of March 10. ",positive,0.980033696
Sri Lanka to import Rose Onion amid rising big onion prices,3/13/2024,Trade,The supply of big onions in the country decreased after neighboring India and Pakistan stopped onion exports.,Sri Lanka to import Rose Onion amid rising big onion prices The supply of big onions in the country decreased after neighboring India and Pakistan stopped onion exports.,negative,-0.998978972
"IMF review team discuss Sri Lanka energy pricing, utility finances",3/13/2024,Energy,Energy utilities are among the worst hit by discretionary monetary policy,"IMF review team discuss Sri Lanka energy pricing, utility finances Energy utilities are among the worst hit by discretionary monetary policy",negative,-0.999400616
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 306.30/50 to the US dollar,3/13/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down.,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 306.30/50 to the US dollar Bond yields were down.,negative,-0.999558866
Sri Lanka income taxes lost due to BoI concessions Rs23.94bn in 2022,3/13/2024,Economy,In Sri Lanka a 20-pct corporate tax rate is considered a concession,Sri Lanka income taxes lost due to BoI concessions Rs23.94bn in 2022 In Sri Lanka a 20-pct corporate tax rate is considered a concession,negative,-0.984701693
Sri Lanka looks for $11.26 bln investment to achieve renewable energy targets - CEB GM,3/12/2024,Energy,Sri Lanka has planned to increase the renewable energy to 70% of the total energy mix by 2030,Sri Lanka looks for $11.26 bln investment to achieve renewable energy targets - CEB GM Sri Lanka has planned to increase the renewable energy to 70% of the total energy mix by 2030,positive,0.942390263
KPMG values Sri Lanka's Expolanka share,3/12/2024,Stocks & Companies,KPMG valuation report on Expolanka Holdings suggested value of a share between LKR 136.9 (SOTP) to LKR 152.6 (VWAP).,KPMG values Sri Lanka's Expolanka share KPMG valuation report on Expolanka Holdings suggested value of a share between LKR 136.9 (SOTP) to LKR 152.6 (VWAP).,negative,-0.760472238
"Sri Lanka UDA to lease land to Ninewells, Access International for health venture",3/12/2024,Construction and Real Estate,Urban Development Authority to lease land in Narahenpita to Ninewells Hospital and Access International,"Sri Lanka UDA to lease land to Ninewells, Access International for health venture Urban Development Authority to lease land in Narahenpita to Ninewells Hospital and Access International",negative,-0.718097687
Sri Lanka rupee closes flat at 306.50/60 to the US dollar,3/12/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down.,Sri Lanka rupee closes flat at 306.50/60 to the US dollar Bond yields were down.,negative,-0.999721706
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, high net worth and retail interest improving",3/12/2024,Stocks & Companies,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Tuesday, on a continuous run, data on its site showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close up, high net worth and retail interest improving The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Tuesday, on a continuous run, data on its site showed.",negative,-0.95772928
Sri Lanka to gazette Gender Socialisation Equality bill for parliament's approval,3/12/2024,Gender Issues,"“It is imperative that women’s rights go beyond mere rhetoric.""","Sri Lanka to gazette Gender Socialisation Equality bill for parliament's approval “It is imperative that women’s rights go beyond mere rhetoric.""",negative,-0.894944966
"Sri Lanka meets 92 pct of its sanitary napkin demand domestically, tax-free: official",3/12/2024,Economy,"""The total of these three comes up to 22.5 percent. There is no 40 percent tax as claimed.""","Sri Lanka meets 92 pct of its sanitary napkin demand domestically, tax-free: official ""The total of these three comes up to 22.5 percent. There is no 40 percent tax as claimed.""",negative,-0.970007598
"Sri Lanka awards 18MW of solar plants to Mahawa Solar, Hayleys Power, Capital City",3/12/2024,Energy,International competitive bids were called for solar photovoltaic power plants for Matara and Vavunathivu substations,"Sri Lanka awards 18MW of solar plants to Mahawa Solar, Hayleys Power, Capital City International competitive bids were called for solar photovoltaic power plants for Matara and Vavunathivu substations",negative,-0.755728006
Sri Lanka's cabinet approves debt recovery suspension amendments,3/12/2024,Banking,Cabinet approved changes to island's debt recovery laws to suspend sale of collateral by bank board resolution (parate),Sri Lanka's cabinet approves debt recovery suspension amendments Cabinet approved changes to island's debt recovery laws to suspend sale of collateral by bank board resolution (parate),negative,-0.850691855
Sri Lanka 100 MW power plant to Solar Forge Batticaloa,3/12/2024,Energy,"100 MW solar power plant in Oddamawadi, Batticaloa on a build, own and operate basis","Sri Lanka 100 MW power plant to Solar Forge Batticaloa 100 MW solar power plant in Oddamawadi, Batticaloa on a build, own and operate basis",positive,0.96630311
Sri Lanka ruling party hasn't decided it'll back president at the polls: MP,3/12/2024,Politics,"""Some people express their personal opinion. I don't think that's fair,"" he said.","Sri Lanka ruling party hasn't decided it'll back president at the polls: MP ""Some people express their personal opinion. I don't think that's fair,"" he said.",negative,-0.997688293
Sri Lanka and China standards agencies to sign agreement,3/12/2024,Trade,"SLSI, Standardization Administration of China to sign MoU to reduce technical barriers in Lanka-China trade","Sri Lanka and China standards agencies to sign agreement SLSI, Standardization Administration of China to sign MoU to reduce technical barriers in Lanka-China trade",positive,0.906107843
Pilot project to uplift Aswesuma welfare scheme beneficiaries,3/12/2024,Economic Crisis,"Pilot project seeks to move 16,000 Aswesuma beneficiaries out of poverty in three years, using ADB, WB and local funds","Pilot project to uplift Aswesuma welfare scheme beneficiaries Pilot project seeks to move 16,000 Aswesuma beneficiaries out of poverty in three years, using ADB, WB and local funds",positive,0.946767926
Sri Lanka NSBM university to get medical faculty,3/12/2024,Education,The National School of Business Management in Homagama will be offering medical degree,Sri Lanka NSBM university to get medical faculty The National School of Business Management in Homagama will be offering medical degree,positive,0.726807654
Sri Lanka's coconut price down 2.6-pct at auction,3/12/2024,Agriculture,.,Sri Lanka's coconut price down 2.6-pct at auction .,negative,-0.998683393
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 306.50/60 to the US dollar,3/12/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bonds quiet ahead of the auction.,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 306.50/60 to the US dollar Bonds quiet ahead of the auction.,negative,-0.950334549
SriLankan Airlines asked to show better results after $500mn tax-payer bailout,3/12/2024,Aviation,"If not jobs of 6,000 employees are at risk","SriLankan Airlines asked to show better results after $500mn tax-payer bailout If not jobs of 6,000 employees are at risk",negative,-0.997891128
IMF increases bailout access to 600-pct from 200-pct of member quota,3/12/2024,Economy,The extension takes place in the context of the still uncertain global economic environment,IMF increases bailout access to 600-pct from 200-pct of member quota The extension takes place in the context of the still uncertain global economic environment,positive,0.927443743
"Lakshitha Weerasinghe, top Sri Lanka power systems specialist, passes away",3/12/2024,Energy,He is survived by a wife and daughter,"Lakshitha Weerasinghe, top Sri Lanka power systems specialist, passes away He is survived by a wife and daughter",negative,-0.85629648
"Sri Lanka parate suspension increases risk premium, endangers deposits, banks say",3/11/2024,Banking,.,"Sri Lanka parate suspension increases risk premium, endangers deposits, banks say .",negative,-0.993724048
Sri Lanka SMEs enabled to mortgage movable assets with registry,3/11/2024,Business,"Secured transaction registry set up with technical assistance from International Finance Corporation, will help SMEs","Sri Lanka SMEs enabled to mortgage movable assets with registry Secured transaction registry set up with technical assistance from International Finance Corporation, will help SMEs",positive,0.835226953
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 306.95/307.10 to the US dollar,3/11/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 306.95/307.10 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady.,positive,0.993914664
Missed opportunity for Sri Lanka opposition to raise concerns with IMF: govt,3/11/2024,Politics,"""They could've shared their concerns with the whole gathering and said 'not this tax, have this instead'.""","Missed opportunity for Sri Lanka opposition to raise concerns with IMF: govt ""They could've shared their concerns with the whole gathering and said 'not this tax, have this instead'.""",negative,-0.999619722
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, turnover at 1.9bn",3/11/2024,Stocks & Companies,Browns Investment and LOLC Finance saw active trade volumes,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, turnover at 1.9bn Browns Investment and LOLC Finance saw active trade volumes",positive,0.995180249
Sri Lanka to release IMF technical assistance reports to opposition on request: MP,3/11/2024,Politics,"""I raised some of our concerns. Firstly, the absence of transparency,"" he said.","Sri Lanka to release IMF technical assistance reports to opposition on request: MP ""I raised some of our concerns. Firstly, the absence of transparency,"" he said.",negative,-0.998394907
Indian renewable energy companies visit Sri Lanka to discuss investment,3/11/2024,Energy,"ACME, ReNew, Adani Green Energy, PTC India, Jackson Group, Welspun New Energy, Sterlite Power, Nucleus in island","Indian renewable energy companies visit Sri Lanka to discuss investment ACME, ReNew, Adani Green Energy, PTC India, Jackson Group, Welspun New Energy, Sterlite Power, Nucleus in island",positive,0.997278869
Sri Lanka planning to raid unregistered places of worship,3/11/2024,Religion,"As per the law, all religious institutions, be it Buddhist, a Hindu temple or a mosque, need to be registered","Sri Lanka planning to raid unregistered places of worship As per the law, all religious institutions, be it Buddhist, a Hindu temple or a mosque, need to be registered",negative,-0.994814277
Thirty Sri Lanka ruling party MPs discussing alliance with opposition SJB: Ashok,3/11/2024,Politics,"""In the next few weeks, the media and the country will know who that is,"" he said.","Thirty Sri Lanka ruling party MPs discussing alliance with opposition SJB: Ashok ""In the next few weeks, the media and the country will know who that is,"" he said.",negative,-0.873181105
Sri Lanka SEC urges fund management firm to get into ETF and umbrella scheme,3/11/2024,Markets,Industry should identify the interests of different investor categories and design new products,Sri Lanka SEC urges fund management firm to get into ETF and umbrella scheme Industry should identify the interests of different investor categories and design new products,positive,0.944094479
Sri Lanka - India ferry to multiple destinations mulled to cut costs,3/11/2024,Logistics,"With the combination of governmental support, it is now possible to run the ferry","Sri Lanka - India ferry to multiple destinations mulled to cut costs With the combination of governmental support, it is now possible to run the ferry",positive,0.690278769
"Sri Lanka Railways squatters to be leased land, charged tax",3/11/2024,Construction and Real Estate,"Land and property occupied by squatters for over 10 years to be assessed, lease agreement to be signed","Sri Lanka Railways squatters to be leased land, charged tax Land and property occupied by squatters for over 10 years to be assessed, lease agreement to be signed",negative,-0.854319215
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 307.00/20 to the US dollar,3/11/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were slightly up.,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 307.00/20 to the US dollar Bond yields were slightly up.,negative,-0.880541384
Sri Lanka central bank net assets fall to Rs11bn in Dec 2023,3/11/2024,Economy,The central bank made large valuation losses in September,Sri Lanka central bank net assets fall to Rs11bn in Dec 2023 The central bank made large valuation losses in September,negative,-0.998250544
"Opposition wanted meeting with Sri Lanka bondholders, not IMF: Harsha",3/11/2024,Economy,"""We did not ask a meeting with the IMF.""","Opposition wanted meeting with Sri Lanka bondholders, not IMF: Harsha ""We did not ask a meeting with the IMF.""",negative,-0.958212256
Sri Lanka expects to have nuclear power framework ready next year: Minister,3/10/2024,Energy,"Capacity required for nuclear waste disposal, handling emergencies, evaluating projects","Sri Lanka expects to have nuclear power framework ready next year: Minister Capacity required for nuclear waste disposal, handling emergencies, evaluating projects",negative,-0.828946292
"Sri Lanka low grown teas ease at auction, high growns up",3/10/2024,Business,Prices have gained from an average of $3.66 kilo seen at the last auction in December to $4.47 by March ,"Sri Lanka low grown teas ease at auction, high growns up Prices have gained from an average of $3.66 kilo seen at the last auction in December to $4.47 by March ",negative,-0.991270423
Sri Lanka central bank mainly responsible for electricity price cut,3/10/2024,Energy,Rupee appreciation had reduced the cost of imported coal,Sri Lanka central bank mainly responsible for electricity price cut Rupee appreciation had reduced the cost of imported coal,negative,-0.991320193
NDB starts savings scheme for HNI children,3/10/2024,Banking,Supports early entry to digital banking,NDB starts savings scheme for HNI children Supports early entry to digital banking,negative,-0.934646368
Sri Lanka makes 26 revisions to published electricity reform bill,3/9/2024,Energy,Changes made following feedback from stakeholders,Sri Lanka makes 26 revisions to published electricity reform bill Changes made following feedback from stakeholders,positive,0.990721226
Sri Lanka railway station gets digital time schedule,3/9/2024,Transport,Thousands of commuters gather daily at the central Colombo Fort Railway Station.,Sri Lanka railway station gets digital time schedule Thousands of commuters gather daily at the central Colombo Fort Railway Station.,positive,0.972806633
Sri Lanka’s Dialog Finance rated at 'AA(lka)'; outlook stable: Fitch,3/9/2024,Business,Delays in obtaining necessary regulatory approvals disrupted the launch of its fintech-based offerings,Sri Lanka’s Dialog Finance rated at 'AA(lka)'; outlook stable: Fitch Delays in obtaining necessary regulatory approvals disrupted the launch of its fintech-based offerings,negative,-0.999004781
Sri Lanka official remittances up 16.8-pct in Feb,3/9/2024,Economy,Official remittances are at a five month low,Sri Lanka official remittances up 16.8-pct in Feb Official remittances are at a five month low,negative,-0.999171615
Electrateq to convert Sri Lanka three-wheelers to electric from petrol,3/9/2024,Autos,Production facility at Maradana Railway Department warehouse will convert petrol three-wheels and non-electric tricycles,Electrateq to convert Sri Lanka three-wheelers to electric from petrol Production facility at Maradana Railway Department warehouse will convert petrol three-wheels and non-electric tricycles,negative,-0.921596348
Sri Lanka foreign reserves inch up to US$4517 in Feb 2024,3/8/2024,Economy,"Sri Lanka has large volumes of swaps, including with domestic counterparties","Sri Lanka foreign reserves inch up to US$4517 in Feb 2024 Sri Lanka has large volumes of swaps, including with domestic counterparties",negative,-0.976772726
Sri Lanka’s Singer Finance rated 'BBB(lka)'; with a stable outlook: Fitch,3/8/2024,Business,Fitch Ratings has affirmed Singer Finance (Lanka) Plc's (SFL) National Long-Term Rating of 'BBB(lka)'. Outlook stable,Sri Lanka’s Singer Finance rated 'BBB(lka)'; with a stable outlook: Fitch Fitch Ratings has affirmed Singer Finance (Lanka) Plc's (SFL) National Long-Term Rating of 'BBB(lka)'. Outlook stable,positive,0.998573542
"Gender budgeting, two new bills to empower women: Sri Lanka president",3/8/2024,Gender Issues,"Imperative that women’s rights go beyond mere rhetoric, Ranil Wickremesinghe tells International Women’s Day event","Gender budgeting, two new bills to empower women: Sri Lanka president Imperative that women’s rights go beyond mere rhetoric, Ranil Wickremesinghe tells International Women’s Day event",positive,0.99252665
"Sri Lanka to teach Japanese, Chinese, Korean in schools, but teachers in short supply",3/8/2024,Education,Foreign languages in school curriculum to make it easier for school leavers to get jobs,"Sri Lanka to teach Japanese, Chinese, Korean in schools, but teachers in short supply Foreign languages in school curriculum to make it easier for school leavers to get jobs",negative,-0.996572971
Sri Lanka needs to work on its morals before fixing economy: NPP,3/8/2024,Politics,"""We need to change this. Before we solve economic issues, we need some morality,"" she said.","Sri Lanka needs to work on its morals before fixing economy: NPP ""We need to change this. Before we solve economic issues, we need some morality,"" she said.",negative,-0.997558236
Sri Lanka president invites party leaders to IMF review meeting,3/8/2024,Economic Crisis,"Sajith Premadasa, Anura Kumara Dissanayake, and S Sridharan have been invited to participate in deliberations on Monday","Sri Lanka president invites party leaders to IMF review meeting Sajith Premadasa, Anura Kumara Dissanayake, and S Sridharan have been invited to participate in deliberations on Monday",positive,0.98277986
Sri Lanka opposition MP claims president was responsible for predecessor's exit,3/8/2024,Politics,"""This must be included in the book. And he must know it too, who was behind this,"" he said.","Sri Lanka opposition MP claims president was responsible for predecessor's exit ""This must be included in the book. And he must know it too, who was behind this,"" he said.",negative,-0.997540832
Sri Lanka's Softlogic seeks Rs10bn in equity,3/8/2024,Stocks & Companies,Softlogic Holdings Plc is planning to raise 10 billion rupees in equity including through a rights issue,Sri Lanka's Softlogic seeks Rs10bn in equity Softlogic Holdings Plc is planning to raise 10 billion rupees in equity including through a rights issue,negative,-0.966433167
Sri Lanka to call tenders for 50MW Mannar wind power plant,3/8/2024,Energy,Next week we plant to advertise tenders for a 50MW wind plant in Mannar,Sri Lanka to call tenders for 50MW Mannar wind power plant Next week we plant to advertise tenders for a 50MW wind plant in Mannar,negative,-0.935304105
"Euro Exim Bank, Fairfirst interested in Sri Lanka Insurance",3/8/2024,Economy,"Euro Exim Bank Limited, Fairfirst Insurance, LIC, Union Assurance, Asiri","Euro Exim Bank, Fairfirst interested in Sri Lanka Insurance Euro Exim Bank Limited, Fairfirst Insurance, LIC, Union Assurance, Asiri",positive,0.779109418
Sri Lanka negotiating power purchase price with India's Adani: Minister,3/8/2024,Energy,We hope to conclude the evaluation very quickly,Sri Lanka negotiating power purchase price with India's Adani: Minister We hope to conclude the evaluation very quickly,positive,0.938108861
Most Sri Lanka ruling party MPs want to back Wickremesinghe: state minister,3/7/2024,Politics,"""A majority of our MPs think Wickremesinghe can do this,"" he said.","Most Sri Lanka ruling party MPs want to back Wickremesinghe: state minister ""A majority of our MPs think Wickremesinghe can do this,"" he said.",negative,-0.958683789
Sri Lanka president to discuss plantation worker wages with employers,3/7/2024,Economy,"""We plan to increase your daily wage very soon,"" the minister said.","Sri Lanka president to discuss plantation worker wages with employers ""We plan to increase your daily wage very soon,"" the minister said.",positive,0.94753617
Sri Lanka plans bootha price controls,3/7/2024,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's combined harvesters for rice is next in line for price controls,Sri Lanka plans bootha price controls Sri Lanka's combined harvesters for rice is next in line for price controls,negative,-0.91360569
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 307.30/40 to the US dollar,3/7/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields up.,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 307.30/40 to the US dollar Bond yields up.,negative,-0.967086196
"Sri Lanka stocks close up 1-pct, crossings, retail push turnover to 2.6bn",3/7/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Turnover topped 2.6 billion. Crossings in Lanka Milk Foods, Central Finance, and John Keells. Retail activity in LOLC","Sri Lanka stocks close up 1-pct, crossings, retail push turnover to 2.6bn Turnover topped 2.6 billion. Crossings in Lanka Milk Foods, Central Finance, and John Keells. Retail activity in LOLC",negative,-0.70279783
Sri Lanka commences IMF second review,3/7/2024,Economic Crisis,Review and reaching staff level agreement will pave way for accessing third tranche,Sri Lanka commences IMF second review Review and reaching staff level agreement will pave way for accessing third tranche,negative,-0.937094867
Sri Lanka considering nuclear power as an energy option: Min,3/7/2024,Nuclear power,"In order to develop nuclear power, a legal framework must be put in place","Sri Lanka considering nuclear power as an energy option: Min In order to develop nuclear power, a legal framework must be put in place",negative,-0.822470605
Sri Lanka ruling party MP Rohitha Abeygunawardena appointed COPE chair,3/7/2024,Politics,SLPP MP Ranjith Bandara previously held the COPE chairmanship.,Sri Lanka ruling party MP Rohitha Abeygunawardena appointed COPE chair SLPP MP Ranjith Bandara previously held the COPE chairmanship.,positive,0.983403027
Regional cooperation and PPPs key to developing educational technology in Sri Lanka: IPS,3/7/2024,Op-ed/Special Reports,"Expanding Ed-tech through partnerships, collaborations, and AI can improve quality education","Regional cooperation and PPPs key to developing educational technology in Sri Lanka: IPS Expanding Ed-tech through partnerships, collaborations, and AI can improve quality education",positive,0.998529792
Sri Lanka needs stray dog solution before animal rights law: Min,3/7/2024,Animal Rights,Before we bring in any law to prevent harming animals we have to find a solution to 6.2mn strays,Sri Lanka needs stray dog solution before animal rights law: Min Before we bring in any law to prevent harming animals we have to find a solution to 6.2mn strays,negative,-0.993510187
Sri Lanka state bus service makes Rs1.098bn in 2023: Minister,3/7/2024,Transport,"SLTB has made a profit of 1.098 billion rupees in 2023, ahead of digitalisation","Sri Lanka state bus service makes Rs1.098bn in 2023: Minister SLTB has made a profit of 1.098 billion rupees in 2023, ahead of digitalisation",positive,0.938611448
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 307.65/75 to the US dollar,3/7/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bonds slightly higher ,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 307.65/75 to the US dollar Bonds slightly higher ,negative,-0.89444226
Sri Lanka's Adani wind power purchase price below other non-tendered rates: Minister,3/7/2024,Economy,Ground mounted wind is given 43 rupees for plants below 10 MW,Sri Lanka's Adani wind power purchase price below other non-tendered rates: Minister Ground mounted wind is given 43 rupees for plants below 10 MW,negative,-0.956630647
"Yala, October 2023",3/7/2024,Uncategorized,"Leopards and Jackals and Crocs, Oh My!!","Yala, October 2023 Leopards and Jackals and Crocs, Oh My!!",positive,0.950760663
"Sri Lanka central bank profits from printing money, parliament has some control: Harsha",3/7/2024,Economy,COPF Chairman to give report,"Sri Lanka central bank profits from printing money, parliament has some control: Harsha COPF Chairman to give report",positive,0.512804806
Sri Lanka's Hilton Colombo ready for private investment: state minister,3/6/2024,Economy,"Meanwhile, progress on the Hyatt Hotel, which falls under Fernando's ministry, has reached the halfway mark, he said.","Sri Lanka's Hilton Colombo ready for private investment: state minister Meanwhile, progress on the Hyatt Hotel, which falls under Fernando's ministry, has reached the halfway mark, he said.",positive,0.966658354
"Sri Lanka sees 1,995 new companies registered in Jan 2024: President",3/6/2024,Business,"The registration of companies rose to 22,376 in 2023. In January 2024, 1,995 new companies were registered.","Sri Lanka sees 1,995 new companies registered in Jan 2024: President The registration of companies rose to 22,376 in 2023. In January 2024, 1,995 new companies were registered.",positive,0.983003497
Sri Lanka will bring new laws to sustain economic reforms: president,3/6/2024,Economy,Wickremesinghe invited all parties represented in parliament to support the reforms.,Sri Lanka will bring new laws to sustain economic reforms: president Wickremesinghe invited all parties represented in parliament to support the reforms.,positive,0.999539614
"Sri Lanka plans to lift VAT from books, school supplies: President",3/6/2024,Business,The more the economy strengthens the more we take actions to make people’s lives easier,"Sri Lanka plans to lift VAT from books, school supplies: President The more the economy strengthens the more we take actions to make people’s lives easier",positive,0.987257659
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 307.80/88 to the US dollar,3/6/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 307.80/88 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady.,positive,0.99486649
"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields up, Rs42bn 12-month bills sold",3/6/2024,Economy,All offered 160bn in bills sold,"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields up, Rs42bn 12-month bills sold All offered 160bn in bills sold",negative,-0.988436222
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, LOLC Finance trade pushes turnover past 2.2bn",3/6/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover topped 2.2 billion. Nearly half of this came from an LOLC Finance Plc trade (1bn),"Sri Lanka stocks close up, LOLC Finance trade pushes turnover past 2.2bn Turnover topped 2.2 billion. Nearly half of this came from an LOLC Finance Plc trade (1bn)",negative,-0.980900705
Sri Lanka president quips about parliamentary committee's future amid speculation,3/6/2024,Politics,"""Before the question of how long I'll be there, how long you'll be the chairman is the question.""","Sri Lanka president quips about parliamentary committee's future amid speculation ""Before the question of how long I'll be there, how long you'll be the chairman is the question.""",negative,-0.945989251
"Sri Lanka to bring in new laws, increase safe houses for women",3/6/2024,Gender Issues,Two new bills that will be presented to parliament after Cabinet approval,"Sri Lanka to bring in new laws, increase safe houses for women Two new bills that will be presented to parliament after Cabinet approval",positive,0.950869858
Sri Lanka extends expat electric vehicle import scheme to June,3/6/2024,Autos,Extension of an electrical vehicle import licence scheme meant for Sri Lankan expatriates,Sri Lanka extends expat electric vehicle import scheme to June Extension of an electrical vehicle import licence scheme meant for Sri Lankan expatriates,negative,-0.93817246
Sri Lanka central bank salary hike from 29-pct to 89-pct: PM,3/6/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka's Prime Minister  Dinesh Gunawardena has revealed the steep salary hikes given to central bank employees,Sri Lanka central bank salary hike from 29-pct to 89-pct: PM Sri Lanka's Prime Minister  Dinesh Gunawardena has revealed the steep salary hikes given to central bank employees,negative,-0.987342238
Sri Lanka to gazette price ceiling for eggs,3/6/2024,Agriculture,"Price ceiling for eggs, as prices in the market rise ahead of several key religious and cultural holidays.","Sri Lanka to gazette price ceiling for eggs Price ceiling for eggs, as prices in the market rise ahead of several key religious and cultural holidays.",positive,0.924633086
"Sri Lanka seeking debt moratorium till Dec 2027, repayments by 2042: President",3/6/2024,Economy,Debt to be repaid from 2027 to 2042,"Sri Lanka seeking debt moratorium till Dec 2027, repayments by 2042: President Debt to be repaid from 2027 to 2042",negative,-0.956224322
Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 307.70/90 to US dollar,3/6/2024,Economy,Bond yields were flat ahead of a bill auction later on Wednesday,Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 307.70/90 to US dollar Bond yields were flat ahead of a bill auction later on Wednesday,negative,-0.998757243
Sri Lanka central bank salary hike dispute with parliament deepens,3/6/2024,Economy,Party leaders claim salary hike insensitive and parliament has ultimate control,Sri Lanka central bank salary hike dispute with parliament deepens Party leaders claim salary hike insensitive and parliament has ultimate control,negative,-0.992060304
Sri Lanka to seek BOT investor for Galle leisure port,3/5/2024,Business,Mixed development projects would be set up on the filled land.  ,Sri Lanka to seek BOT investor for Galle leisure port Mixed development projects would be set up on the filled land.  ,negative,-0.989924431
Sri Lanka stocks close near 3-month high in high turnover,3/5/2024,Markets,Over 1 bln rupee turnover continued for seventh straight session ,Sri Lanka stocks close near 3-month high in high turnover Over 1 bln rupee turnover continued for seventh straight session ,negative,-0.985481977
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 307.95/108.05 to the US dollar,3/5/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields flat,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 307.95/108.05 to the US dollar Bond yields flat,negative,-0.999459088
AKD's visit to India was on routine invitation: high commissioner to Sri Lanka,3/5/2024,Politics,"""But if they were willing to come, they're most welcome,"" he said.","AKD's visit to India was on routine invitation: high commissioner to Sri Lanka ""But if they were willing to come, they're most welcome,"" he said.",positive,0.996844649
Sri Lanka cabinet asks parliament to deal with CB salary hike row: Minister,3/5/2024,Economy,Various ministers expressed their opinions,Sri Lanka cabinet asks parliament to deal with CB salary hike row: Minister Various ministers expressed their opinions,negative,-0.9799968
"Sri Lanka to build floating solar power plants on Chandrika Wewa, Kiriiban Wewa",3/5/2024,Power,"""The proposed projects will add about 3 gigawatt hours of annual electricity generation to the national grid.""","Sri Lanka to build floating solar power plants on Chandrika Wewa, Kiriiban Wewa ""The proposed projects will add about 3 gigawatt hours of annual electricity generation to the national grid.""",positive,0.987129748
Sri Lanka to join US-led International Counter Ransomware Initiative,3/5/2024,Technology,The CRI was launched in 2021 as a common platform.,Sri Lanka to join US-led International Counter Ransomware Initiative The CRI was launched in 2021 as a common platform.,positive,0.917025685
SriLankan Airlines debt of US$510mn to be taken over by govt,3/5/2024,Economy,60 to 70 million US dollars to ease liquidity problems,SriLankan Airlines debt of US$510mn to be taken over by govt 60 to 70 million US dollars to ease liquidity problems,negative,-0.989567697
Sri Lanka may need private creditor deal to finalize official MOUs,3/5/2024,Economy,Official creditors objected to a private creditor deal in Zambia,Sri Lanka may need private creditor deal to finalize official MOUs Official creditors objected to a private creditor deal in Zambia,negative,-0.997540951
Sri Lanka rupee at 308 to US dollar after opening stronger,3/5/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond markets yields were largely unchanged,Sri Lanka rupee at 308 to US dollar after opening stronger Bond markets yields were largely unchanged,negative,-0.976255715
"Sri Lankan Airlines interest deadline, final bid timelines extended",3/5/2024,Economy,The indicative timeline for cabinet approval for a sale agreement pushed to September from June,"Sri Lankan Airlines interest deadline, final bid timelines extended The indicative timeline for cabinet approval for a sale agreement pushed to September from June",negative,-0.978984535
"Sri Lanka cuts Octane 95, Super Diesel price, kerosene mis-pricing worsens",3/5/2024,Energy,"Octane 92 petrol, diesel unchanged","Sri Lanka cuts Octane 95, Super Diesel price, kerosene mis-pricing worsens Octane 92 petrol, diesel unchanged",negative,-0.998720288
Sri Lanka electricity prices cut 21.9-pct: regulator,3/4/2024,Energy,Public utility commission of Sri Lanka has reduced electricity prices by 21.9 percent,Sri Lanka electricity prices cut 21.9-pct: regulator Public utility commission of Sri Lanka has reduced electricity prices by 21.9 percent,negative,-0.99065733
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna to decide on election after Basil's return,3/4/2024,Politics,"""From that moment on, we'll say compete with us and see if you can,"" said Nishantha.","Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna to decide on election after Basil's return ""From that moment on, we'll say compete with us and see if you can,"" said Nishantha.",positive,0.987624288
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 308.05/15 to the US dollar,3/4/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 308.05/15 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 308.05/15 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 308.05/15 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady.",positive,0.99822706
Sri Lanka opposition to table first-ever no-faith motion against sitting speaker,3/4/2024,Politics,"""It's a special event,"" said Peiris.","Sri Lanka opposition to table first-ever no-faith motion against sitting speaker ""It's a special event,"" said Peiris.",positive,0.996831834
"Amid security concerns, India-funded unique ID card project faces delay in Sri Lanka",3/4/2024,Human Rights,Minister in December expected the bid call to be announced by end 2023. ,"Amid security concerns, India-funded unique ID card project faces delay in Sri Lanka Minister in December expected the bid call to be announced by end 2023. ",negative,-0.996395767
"Sri Lanka stocks close up 1-pct, turnover at 1.7bn",3/4/2024,Stocks & Companies,"The broader All Share Index closed up 1.07 percent at 10,805; S&P SL20 Index closed up 1.49 percent at 3,084.","Sri Lanka stocks close up 1-pct, turnover at 1.7bn The broader All Share Index closed up 1.07 percent at 10,805; S&P SL20 Index closed up 1.49 percent at 3,084.",negative,-0.993912458
Sri Lanka to bring new law to replace Port City Law: Prez,3/4/2024,Legal,"Existing laws of Sri Lanka not adequate, thus, UK commercial laws will apply within jurisdiction of offshore economy","Sri Lanka to bring new law to replace Port City Law: Prez Existing laws of Sri Lanka not adequate, thus, UK commercial laws will apply within jurisdiction of offshore economy",negative,-0.990582466
"Protests, strikes must stop for some time for Sri Lanka to recover under SJB govt: MP",3/4/2024,Politics,"""We have to understand this reality and maintain a somewhat tough administration, won't we?"" he said.","Protests, strikes must stop for some time for Sri Lanka to recover under SJB govt: MP ""We have to understand this reality and maintain a somewhat tough administration, won't we?"" he said.",negative,-0.993956804
"Sri Lanka tech, AI firms invited to apply to UK's Pathfinder awards",3/4/2024,ICT,Winners will receive help to grow their business in the UK.,"Sri Lanka tech, AI firms invited to apply to UK's Pathfinder awards Winners will receive help to grow their business in the UK.",positive,0.998300016
"Japan, UNFPA gift Sri Lanka reproductive health mobile units",3/4/2024,Health,Health on Wheels clinics will provide marginalized communities critical maternal and reproductive healthcare services,"Japan, UNFPA gift Sri Lanka reproductive health mobile units Health on Wheels clinics will provide marginalized communities critical maternal and reproductive healthcare services",negative,-0.899196923
Sri Lanka's CEB reports Rs61bn profit for 2023 with Dec quarter gains,3/4/2024,Energy,The CEB reported profits of 77.9 billion rupees for the December quarter,Sri Lanka's CEB reports Rs61bn profit for 2023 with Dec quarter gains The CEB reported profits of 77.9 billion rupees for the December quarter,negative,-0.567785323
Sri Lanka seeks 5-month extension for Hamilton case suspension,3/4/2024,Economy,Time given till March 2022 for intervenient petitioner for a reply if any,Sri Lanka seeks 5-month extension for Hamilton case suspension Time given till March 2022 for intervenient petitioner for a reply if any,negative,-0.981834352
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 308.20/50 to the US dollar,3/4/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 308.20/50 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 308.20/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 308.20/50 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady.",positive,0.998755574
Sri Lanka central bank swaps top $3.2bn by December,3/4/2024,Economy,"The gross position grew from 2,263 million dollars to 3,280 million US dollars over the year","Sri Lanka central bank swaps top $3.2bn by December The gross position grew from 2,263 million dollars to 3,280 million US dollars over the year",negative,-0.981876612
Sri Lanka loses MICE tourists to Thailand on minimum room rates,3/3/2024,Business,We don't mind demand and supply situation taking the rates up as in the Maldives,Sri Lanka loses MICE tourists to Thailand on minimum room rates We don't mind demand and supply situation taking the rates up as in the Maldives,negative,-0.992715895
Sri Lanka coconut auction price up 4.7-pct,3/3/2024,Agriculture,Auction price are down 2.5-pct so far this year,Sri Lanka coconut auction price up 4.7-pct Auction price are down 2.5-pct so far this year,negative,-0.999083877
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 102-pct in Feb led by Russia,3/3/2024,Business,"Russian arrivals were 32,030 just overtaking India at 30,027","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 102-pct in Feb led by Russia Russian arrivals were 32,030 just overtaking India at 30,027",positive,0.923722863
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals in Feb led by Russia amid visa row,3/3/2024,Business,Russian visitors took pole position amid a visa row,Sri Lanka tourist arrivals in Feb led by Russia amid visa row Russian visitors took pole position amid a visa row,negative,-0.952876389
Sri Lanka central bank officials to be summoned to party leaders meeting over steep pay hike,3/3/2024,Economy,Legislators have questioned steep salary hikes to central bank officials,Sri Lanka central bank officials to be summoned to party leaders meeting over steep pay hike Legislators have questioned steep salary hikes to central bank officials,negative,-0.978044927
Sri Lanka to shut oil refinery for 'turnaround' maintenance,3/2/2024,Energy,"This is a mandatory requirement, in compliance with international norms","Sri Lanka to shut oil refinery for 'turnaround' maintenance This is a mandatory requirement, in compliance with international norms",negative,-0.85262084
Sri Lanka eyes SOE law by May 2024 for better governance,3/1/2024,Business,Public Commercial Business (PCB) Act to improve governance of state-owned enterprise as part of anti-corruption efforts,Sri Lanka eyes SOE law by May 2024 for better governance Public Commercial Business (PCB) Act to improve governance of state-owned enterprise as part of anti-corruption efforts,negative,-0.721813262
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 308.80/90 to the US dollar,3/1/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 308.80/90 to the US dollar Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 308.80/90 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 308.80/90 to the US dollar Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady.",positive,0.998457789
"Sri Lanka stocks close up 0.37-pct, Expo to de-list",3/1/2024,Stocks & Companies,Expolanka is the largest listed company on the Colombo Stock Exchange. ,"Sri Lanka stocks close up 0.37-pct, Expo to de-list Expolanka is the largest listed company on the Colombo Stock Exchange. ",negative,-0.895556152
Sri Lanka to cut Rs200 import tax on dates for Ramazan,3/1/2024,Economy,Sudden tax cuts by gazette are under fire for undermining governance ,Sri Lanka to cut Rs200 import tax on dates for Ramazan Sudden tax cuts by gazette are under fire for undermining governance ,negative,-0.998006642
Sri Lanka should focus on alternative crops: Minister,3/1/2024,Agriculture,"Need to focus on alternative crops such as maize, green gram and undu","Sri Lanka should focus on alternative crops: Minister Need to focus on alternative crops such as maize, green gram and undu",negative,-0.978244245
"Faux-revolutionaries want education in Sri Lanka to stagnate, oppose reforms: Sajith",3/1/2024,Education,"""Every time something new is being attempted, what do they do? They take to the streets.""","Faux-revolutionaries want education in Sri Lanka to stagnate, oppose reforms: Sajith ""Every time something new is being attempted, what do they do? They take to the streets.""",negative,-0.992047608
India funds electricity project in Sri Lanka's northern islands,3/1/2024,Power,"Delft, Analativu and Nainativu islands will receive hybrid renewable energy system under USD 10.995 million grant ","India funds electricity project in Sri Lanka's northern islands Delft, Analativu and Nainativu islands will receive hybrid renewable energy system under USD 10.995 million grant ",positive,0.968489408
Sri Lanka Nawaloka Hospital gets court order to stop asset sale,3/1/2024,Banking,Court of Appeal issues interim order preventing Hatton National Bank PLC from auctioning the property,Sri Lanka Nawaloka Hospital gets court order to stop asset sale Court of Appeal issues interim order preventing Hatton National Bank PLC from auctioning the property,negative,-0.97677815
Sri Lanka will stand up for any economic rights comprised at Red Sea: president,3/1/2024,Uncategorized,"""Any disturbance to the peace and stability of the region poses a threat to our country,"" he said.","Sri Lanka will stand up for any economic rights comprised at Red Sea: president ""Any disturbance to the peace and stability of the region poses a threat to our country,"" he said.",negative,-0.963932157
AKD maintains 50-pct lead in Sri Lanka presidential voting intent poll in January,3/1/2024,Politics,Support for Dissanayake had dropped just 1 percentage point since December 2023.,AKD maintains 50-pct lead in Sri Lanka presidential voting intent poll in January Support for Dissanayake had dropped just 1 percentage point since December 2023.,negative,-0.99434787
Sri Lanka eyes criminal asset recovery law by April under IMF program,3/1/2024,Legal,The asset recovery law will be in line with a United Nations Convention against Corruption ,Sri Lanka eyes criminal asset recovery law by April under IMF program The asset recovery law will be in line with a United Nations Convention against Corruption ,positive,0.742210329
Sri Lanka unveils action plan after IMF corruption report,3/1/2024,Fiscal,"Action plan to combat corruption, includes reforms to bribery commission, public tendering, state enterprise governance ","Sri Lanka unveils action plan after IMF corruption report Action plan to combat corruption, includes reforms to bribery commission, public tendering, state enterprise governance ",positive,0.990116894
"Sri Lanka imports rise in Jan as tourism, remittances boost dollar incomes",3/1/2024,Economy,.The trade deficit expanded to 541 million US dollars from 445 million as non-Merchandise incomes were spent,"Sri Lanka imports rise in Jan as tourism, remittances boost dollar incomes .The trade deficit expanded to 541 million US dollars from 445 million as non-Merchandise incomes were spent",negative,-0.647711873
Sri Lanka begins solar pilot project on plantation,3/1/2024,Energy,Semi transparent solar PV powered agrivoltaic pilot project commissioned in Hanthana,Sri Lanka begins solar pilot project on plantation Semi transparent solar PV powered agrivoltaic pilot project commissioned in Hanthana,positive,0.84278363
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 309.05/15 to the US dollar,3/1/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 309.05/15 to the US dollar Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly stable","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 309.05/15 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 309.05/15 to the US dollar Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly stable",positive,0.998023033
Sri Lanka’s RAMIS online tax collection system “not operatable”: IT Minister,2/29/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka is still struggling to boost tax collection via online,Sri Lanka’s RAMIS online tax collection system “not operatable”: IT Minister Sri Lanka is still struggling to boost tax collection via online,negative,-0.994559705
Sri Lanka aims to boost SME with Sancharaka Udawa tourism expo,2/29/2024,Tourism,Tourism industry exhibition will bring together businesses ranging from hotels to travel agents and airlines,Sri Lanka aims to boost SME with Sancharaka Udawa tourism expo Tourism industry exhibition will bring together businesses ranging from hotels to travel agents and airlines,positive,0.998358786
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 309.50/70 to the US dollar,2/29/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 309.50/70 to the US dollar Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields slightly higher.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 309.50/70 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 309.50/70 to the US dollar Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields slightly higher.",negative,-0.852871954
Sri Lanka to expand Aswesuma benefits to around 40-pct of population ahead of polls,2/29/2024,Politics,"In December, the government had 1.41 million Aswesuma beneficiaries. ","Sri Lanka to expand Aswesuma benefits to around 40-pct of population ahead of polls In December, the government had 1.41 million Aswesuma beneficiaries. ",positive,0.923600793
"Sri Lanka to get Cyber Security Act, Authority: Min",2/29/2024,ICT,Digital economy had grown from 4.73 to 5 percent.,"Sri Lanka to get Cyber Security Act, Authority: Min Digital economy had grown from 4.73 to 5 percent.",negative,-0.95266211
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, turnover stays above 1bn",2/29/2024,Stocks & Companies,JKH was the most actively traded stock of the day; its subsidiary CCS announced a partnership with Reliance ,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, turnover stays above 1bn JKH was the most actively traded stock of the day; its subsidiary CCS announced a partnership with Reliance ",negative,-0.75929904
"Sri Lanka inflation rises 5.9-pct over 17 -months, food down",2/29/2024,Economy,Food prices were down 1.6-pct over 17-months despite VAT hike,"Sri Lanka inflation rises 5.9-pct over 17 -months, food down Food prices were down 1.6-pct over 17-months despite VAT hike",negative,-0.997953057
Sri Lanka president's party claims opposition SJB members to join them after March 10,2/29/2024,Politics,"""After March 10, a majority of SJBers will join us,"" he said.","Sri Lanka president's party claims opposition SJB members to join them after March 10 ""After March 10, a majority of SJBers will join us,"" he said.",positive,0.884715915
Japan trains Sri Lanka Coast Guard on oil spill response,2/29/2024,Shipping,"The Japan Coast Guard (JCG) has trained 37 officers of the Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) on how to handle oil spills,","Japan trains Sri Lanka Coast Guard on oil spill response The Japan Coast Guard (JCG) has trained 37 officers of the Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) on how to handle oil spills,",positive,0.851438522
Sri Lanka wants to ensure absence major power rivalries in Indian Ocean: president,2/29/2024,International Relations,Wickremesinghe also called for cooperation among major powers rather than competition.,Sri Lanka wants to ensure absence major power rivalries in Indian Ocean: president Wickremesinghe also called for cooperation among major powers rather than competition.,positive,0.622502267
Sri Lanka's NPP continues to lead voting intent poll ahead of main opposition,2/29/2024,Politics,It showed no substantial change in general election voting intentions in January 2024 compared to the previous month.,Sri Lanka's NPP continues to lead voting intent poll ahead of main opposition It showed no substantial change in general election voting intentions in January 2024 compared to the previous month.,negative,-0.997799575
Sri Lanka's Motor Traffic Dept in final phase of digitalization: Min,2/29/2024,Government services,DMT registers doubling of profit in 2023 despite vehicle import ban,Sri Lanka's Motor Traffic Dept in final phase of digitalization: Min DMT registers doubling of profit in 2023 despite vehicle import ban,negative,-0.949497998
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 309.90/310.00 to the US dollar,2/29/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee appreciated further to open at 309.90/310.00 to US dollar Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields steady...","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 309.90/310.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee appreciated further to open at 309.90/310.00 to US dollar Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields steady...",positive,0.997117162
"Sri Lanka confident of “smoother"" IMF second review: State Minister",2/28/2024,Economic Crisis,The IMF has already disbursed two tranche of the EFF,"Sri Lanka confident of “smoother"" IMF second review: State Minister The IMF has already disbursed two tranche of the EFF",negative,-0.962998629
Sri Lanka's religious leaders need to cultivate harmony: Prez,2/28/2024,Religion,Acknowledged the intrinsic connection between religion and reconciliation,Sri Lanka's religious leaders need to cultivate harmony: Prez Acknowledged the intrinsic connection between religion and reconciliation,positive,0.977060199
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 310.00/15 to the US dollar,2/28/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 310.00/15 to the US dollar Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 310.00/15 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 310.00/15 to the US dollar Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.",positive,0.995257318
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields edge up after steep fall,2/28/2024,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yield have come down sharply in recent weeks,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields edge up after steep fall Sri Lanka's Treasuries yield have come down sharply in recent weeks,negative,-0.962000608
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, retail activity coming in",2/28/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was at 1.2 billion. ,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, retail activity coming in Turnover was at 1.2 billion. ",negative,-0.939017832
Sri Lanka Education Ministry asks schools to keep children out of sun,2/28/2024,weather,"Extreme hot weather may rise tomorrow and next day, avoid keeping school students outdoors in high temperatures","Sri Lanka Education Ministry asks schools to keep children out of sun Extreme hot weather may rise tomorrow and next day, avoid keeping school students outdoors in high temperatures",negative,-0.996443808
Sri Lanka focused on national unity: FM at UN Human Rights Council,2/28/2024,International Relations,"How Council approaches crisis in Gaza litmus test to credibility, reiterated importance of avoiding double standards","Sri Lanka focused on national unity: FM at UN Human Rights Council How Council approaches crisis in Gaza litmus test to credibility, reiterated importance of avoiding double standards",positive,0.977177203
Sri Lanka to improve infrastructure on its hilly terrains,2/28/2024,Construction and Real Estate,The rural development program will be implemented in 11 districts with mountains,Sri Lanka to improve infrastructure on its hilly terrains The rural development program will be implemented in 11 districts with mountains,positive,0.995289564
Sri Lanka's boat builders head to Dubai,2/28/2024,Business,Boat builders in Sri Lanka are headed to the Dubai International Boat show to showcase their capabilities,Sri Lanka's boat builders head to Dubai Boat builders in Sri Lanka are headed to the Dubai International Boat show to showcase their capabilities,positive,0.998511255
Sri Lanka rupee trades at 310.10/30 to the US dollar,2/28/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 310.10/30 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.","Sri Lanka rupee trades at 310.10/30 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 310.10/30 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.",positive,0.99605608
Sri Lanka seeks Korea investment for renewable and nuclear energy,2/28/2024,Energy,Discussed possible energy cooperation through floating solar and nuclear energy,Sri Lanka seeks Korea investment for renewable and nuclear energy Discussed possible energy cooperation through floating solar and nuclear energy,positive,0.835499644
Sri Lanka planning bad-debt authority for parate execution nod: Justice Minister,2/28/2024,Banking,We believe that there should be an intermediate regulatory authority,Sri Lanka planning bad-debt authority for parate execution nod: Justice Minister We believe that there should be an intermediate regulatory authority,negative,-0.989099443
Sri Lanka aiming for US$200mn ADB water sector loans: Minister,2/27/2024,Fiscal,"Sri Lanka working with Asian Development Bank to get USD200mn of loans, linked to water sector reforms","Sri Lanka aiming for US$200mn ADB water sector loans: Minister Sri Lanka working with Asian Development Bank to get USD200mn of loans, linked to water sector reforms",negative,-0.947760046
Sri Lanka hosts international Hindu festival,2/27/2024,Culture,The Bhagwat Gita Mahotsava is held annually to pay homage to Sri Bhagwat Gita ,Sri Lanka hosts international Hindu festival The Bhagwat Gita Mahotsava is held annually to pay homage to Sri Bhagwat Gita ,positive,0.997597158
Jayamin Pelpola appointed to Sri Lanka's BOC board,2/27/2024,Banking,"Jayamin Pelpola, a fintech entrepreneur and investor, appointed to board of Bank of Ceylon as non-executive director","Jayamin Pelpola appointed to Sri Lanka's BOC board Jayamin Pelpola, a fintech entrepreneur and investor, appointed to board of Bank of Ceylon as non-executive director",positive,0.985516489
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 310.25/50 to the US dollar,2/27/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 310.25/50 to the US dollar Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 310.25/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 310.25/50 to the US dollar Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady.",positive,0.998222768
"Sri Lanka, Romania to strengthen trade ties",2/27/2024,Trade,Romania will sign an agreement with Sri Lanka to further speed up the trade process and prevent double taxation.,"Sri Lanka, Romania to strengthen trade ties Romania will sign an agreement with Sri Lanka to further speed up the trade process and prevent double taxation.",positive,0.99775809
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, turnover at 2.5bn",2/27/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Turnover was at 2.5 billion. ""This was mostly due to 5-6 crossings that took place today,"" ","Sri Lanka stocks close up, turnover at 2.5bn Turnover was at 2.5 billion. ""This was mostly due to 5-6 crossings that took place today,"" ",negative,-0.967585266
"Sri Lanka to lease Waters Edge land to Navy, Asoka College",2/27/2024,Construction and Real Estate,"Release of two blocks of land within premises of Waters' Edge, Battaramulla to the Sri Lanka Navy and Asoka Vidyalaya","Sri Lanka to lease Waters Edge land to Navy, Asoka College Release of two blocks of land within premises of Waters' Edge, Battaramulla to the Sri Lanka Navy and Asoka Vidyalaya",negative,-0.954408109
Sri Lanka cabinet approves new tourism policy,2/27/2024,Tourism,"Proposal to implement a new tourism policy prepared by an expert committee,","Sri Lanka cabinet approves new tourism policy Proposal to implement a new tourism policy prepared by an expert committee,",positive,0.993805647
Sri Lankan MP Uddika Premarathne resigns,2/27/2024,Politics,MP Uddika Premarathne has tendered his resignation letter to Parliament,Sri Lankan MP Uddika Premarathne resigns MP Uddika Premarathne has tendered his resignation letter to Parliament,negative,-0.993904769
Sri Lanka to give Rs20bn in SME loans with ADB support,2/27/2024,Banking,20 billion rupee loans scheme for small and medium enterprises hit by an economic crisis,Sri Lanka to give Rs20bn in SME loans with ADB support 20 billion rupee loans scheme for small and medium enterprises hit by an economic crisis,negative,-0.989852965
Sri Lanka to halt auction of bank loan collateral till Dec 15,2/27/2024,Banking,A sufficient grace period to pay off relevant debts without being a burden to the banking system should be allowed,Sri Lanka to halt auction of bank loan collateral till Dec 15 A sufficient grace period to pay off relevant debts without being a burden to the banking system should be allowed,positive,0.851306677
Sri Lanka parliamentary committee says electricity tariffs should be reduced by 20 pct,2/27/2024,Energy,The committee has noted that existing electricity price can be reduced by about 33%.,Sri Lanka parliamentary committee says electricity tariffs should be reduced by 20 pct The committee has noted that existing electricity price can be reduced by about 33%.,negative,-0.991070628
Sri Lanka sets up fund to help children of Gaza,2/27/2024,Human Rights,"Government donation of US$1mn will be distributed through official UN agencies, citizen contributions encouraged","Sri Lanka sets up fund to help children of Gaza Government donation of US$1mn will be distributed through official UN agencies, citizen contributions encouraged",negative,-0.911825716
"Top US official calls for inclusive reforms, deeper defence ties with Sri Lanka",2/27/2024,International Relations,"The United States remains committed to the economic growth and prosperity of Sri Lanka, the official said.","Top US official calls for inclusive reforms, deeper defence ties with Sri Lanka The United States remains committed to the economic growth and prosperity of Sri Lanka, the official said.",positive,0.998144865
Sri Lanka police chief appointment against constitution: Opposition Leader,2/27/2024,Politics,Tennakoon has been appointed as the 36th IGP of the country,Sri Lanka police chief appointment against constitution: Opposition Leader Tennakoon has been appointed as the 36th IGP of the country,positive,0.896317065
All major party leaders Sri Lanka remained unpopular in January: poll,2/27/2024,Politics,Leftist leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake increased his favourability by 12 points to -10 in January.,All major party leaders Sri Lanka remained unpopular in January: poll Leftist leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake increased his favourability by 12 points to -10 in January.,negative,-0.978544712
Sri Lanka to seek private investments in water sector,2/27/2024,Economy,"Sri Lanka is looking to form public private partnerships in the water sector, with focus on rural water supply","Sri Lanka to seek private investments in water sector Sri Lanka is looking to form public private partnerships in the water sector, with focus on rural water supply",negative,-0.778178573
Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 310.50/75 to the US dollar,2/27/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 310.50/75 to the US dollar Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 310.50/75 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 310.50/75 to the US dollar Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999394536
Sri Lanka and India negotiating on bilateral investment treaty: report,2/27/2024,Economy,"Discussion on the ETCA, are at an advanced stage","Sri Lanka and India negotiating on bilateral investment treaty: report Discussion on the ETCA, are at an advanced stage",positive,0.991739988
Sri Lanka president appoints Supreme Court-faulted official as police chief after CC clearance,2/26/2024,Law and Order,Tennakoon is appointed as the 36th IGP of Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka president appoints Supreme Court-faulted official as police chief after CC clearance Tennakoon is appointed as the 36th IGP of Sri Lanka,negative,-0.992630363
No water tariff hike in Sri Lanka this year: Minister,2/26/2024,Government services,Water tariff was increased between 30-50% in August last year,No water tariff hike in Sri Lanka this year: Minister Water tariff was increased between 30-50% in August last year,negative,-0.677694321
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 310.80/311.00 to the US dollar,2/26/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 310.80/311.00 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 310.80/311.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 310.80/311.00 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999542952
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, turnover at 1.6bn",2/26/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was at 1.6 million. Nearly half of this came from trading in Melstacorp Plc (474 million),"Sri Lanka stocks close down, turnover at 1.6bn Turnover was at 1.6 million. Nearly half of this came from trading in Melstacorp Plc (474 million)",negative,-0.997187912
"Vietnam delegation on agriculture, fisheries, meets Sri Lanka chamber",2/26/2024,Agriculture,Vietnam's Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development met Ceylon Chamber of Commerce for collaboration in agriculture,"Vietnam delegation on agriculture, fisheries, meets Sri Lanka chamber Vietnam's Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development met Ceylon Chamber of Commerce for collaboration in agriculture",positive,0.992980838
"Patali wants Sri Lanka presidential powers pruned, meets party leaders",2/26/2024,Politics,"The programme calls for ""revisiting and reducing the President's executive powers to the levels observed in 2015"".","Patali wants Sri Lanka presidential powers pruned, meets party leaders The programme calls for ""revisiting and reducing the President's executive powers to the levels observed in 2015"".",positive,0.567241192
"Sri Lanka meets only 10 pct of global demand for king coconuts, plans to develop crop",2/26/2024,Trade,"""The variety of king coconut grown here is not available anywhere else in the world,"" he said.","Sri Lanka meets only 10 pct of global demand for king coconuts, plans to develop crop ""The variety of king coconut grown here is not available anywhere else in the world,"" he said.",negative,-0.992656767
Sri Lanka central bank officers' union issues statement on salary hike,2/26/2024,Economy,The discourse has been so far one sided,Sri Lanka central bank officers' union issues statement on salary hike The discourse has been so far one sided,negative,-0.997865021
Sri Lanka main opposition files no-confidence motion against speaker,2/26/2024,Politics,It was filed for approving the controversial Online Safety Bill allegedly in violation of Supreme Court recommendations.,Sri Lanka main opposition files no-confidence motion against speaker It was filed for approving the controversial Online Safety Bill allegedly in violation of Supreme Court recommendations.,negative,-0.996878743
Sri Lanka seeks wider cooperation with BIMSTEC partners,2/26/2024,Trade,Such an agreement could boost intra-regional trade as well as trade between BIMSTEC and the rest of the world,Sri Lanka seeks wider cooperation with BIMSTEC partners Such an agreement could boost intra-regional trade as well as trade between BIMSTEC and the rest of the world,negative,-0.767904162
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 9-pct,2/26/2024,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka’s average coconut prices was 70,593 per 1,000 nuts at the auction on February 22,","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 9-pct Sri Lanka’s average coconut prices was 70,593 per 1,000 nuts at the auction on February 22,",negative,-0.979852319
Lanka Pay offers solutions to settle online purchases,2/26/2024,Business,Lanka Pay said it was introducing two new  payment tools for online retail transactions; JustPay Web and PayMe,Lanka Pay offers solutions to settle online purchases Lanka Pay said it was introducing two new  payment tools for online retail transactions; JustPay Web and PayMe,negative,-0.953556895
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 310.70/311.00 to the US dollar,2/26/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 310.70/311.00 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 310.70/311.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 310.70/311.00 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.",positive,0.990529597
Sri Lanka central bank salary hikes show lack of accountability for its actions,2/26/2024,Bellwether,central bank essentially earns money to pay salaries essentially from seigniorage,Sri Lanka central bank salary hikes show lack of accountability for its actions central bank essentially earns money to pay salaries essentially from seigniorage,negative,-0.999463975
Sri Lanka's central bank offers explain salary hike to parliament,2/25/2024,Economy,Made a request through President to explain,Sri Lanka's central bank offers explain salary hike to parliament Made a request through President to explain,negative,-0.971867263
SriLankan Airlines denies TU action for flight delays,2/25/2024,Aviation,SriLankan Airlines has recently witnessed delays due raft of technical issues in Colombo and foreign airports,SriLankan Airlines denies TU action for flight delays SriLankan Airlines has recently witnessed delays due raft of technical issues in Colombo and foreign airports,negative,-0.989682257
Sri Lanka could get US$500mn from ADB in 2024,2/25/2024,Economy,ADB has started work on a 2024-2028 Country Partnership Strategy,Sri Lanka could get US$500mn from ADB in 2024 ADB has started work on a 2024-2028 Country Partnership Strategy,positive,0.558927596
Sri Lanka's multi-aligned foreign policy based on friendship: Min,2/24/2024,International Relations,Non-alignment means not becoming a bystander.,Sri Lanka's multi-aligned foreign policy based on friendship: Min Non-alignment means not becoming a bystander.,positive,0.991755605
Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank Dec net down on tax provisions,2/24/2024,Banking,Pre-tax profits were Rs8.89bn Rs2.4bn but after tax profits were down amid a reversal,Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank Dec net down on tax provisions Pre-tax profits were Rs8.89bn Rs2.4bn but after tax profits were down amid a reversal,negative,-0.997618258
Sri Lankans may need to wait for Monetary Board meeting minutes despite new Act,2/23/2024,Economy,Many central banks release minutes of their monetary policy meetings to ensure transparency,Sri Lankans may need to wait for Monetary Board meeting minutes despite new Act Many central banks release minutes of their monetary policy meetings to ensure transparency,negative,-0.966286778
"Amid mass migration, Sri Lanka to recruit volunteers as English teachers",2/23/2024,Education,Thousands of teachers have left the country after the unprecedented economic crisis ,"Amid mass migration, Sri Lanka to recruit volunteers as English teachers Thousands of teachers have left the country after the unprecedented economic crisis ",negative,-0.990291297
"Sri Lanka tea production up 1.4-pct in Jan 2024, exports up 6.8-pct",2/23/2024,Agriculture,Export earnings were reported at 102 million US dollars,"Sri Lanka tea production up 1.4-pct in Jan 2024, exports up 6.8-pct Export earnings were reported at 102 million US dollars",negative,-0.606489897
Sri Lanka’s Grisly Recent History Goes Unpunished,2/23/2024,Legal,Sri Lanka’s recent blood-soaked history is replete with mass killings and many “disappearances” ,Sri Lanka’s Grisly Recent History Goes Unpunished Sri Lanka’s recent blood-soaked history is replete with mass killings and many “disappearances” ,negative,-0.95487386
"India has given “lot of offers” for Ramayana Trail, Sri Lanka state minister says",2/22/2024,Uncategorized,Indians are ready to build hotels around places associated with Ramayana Trails in Sri Lanka,"India has given “lot of offers” for Ramayana Trail, Sri Lanka state minister says Indians are ready to build hotels around places associated with Ramayana Trails in Sri Lanka",positive,0.994040787
Sri Lanka offers fresh debt plan to bondholders amid Hamilton case extension hopes: Sources,2/22/2024,Economy,An extension of the Hamilton case will give time to wrap up debt re-structuring,Sri Lanka offers fresh debt plan to bondholders amid Hamilton case extension hopes: Sources An extension of the Hamilton case will give time to wrap up debt re-structuring,negative,-0.952847481
Sri Lanka to consolidate all vocational training institutes into one college: president,2/22/2024,Education,"""He expressed optimism about Sri Lanka’s trajectory in embracing evolving technologies,"" the statement said.","Sri Lanka to consolidate all vocational training institutes into one college: president ""He expressed optimism about Sri Lanka’s trajectory in embracing evolving technologies,"" the statement said.",positive,0.998163044
ADB country chief hopes Sri Lanka could sustain policy reforms despite elections,2/22/2024,Economic Crisis,"The IMF has strictly placed some reforms including in state sector enterprises, fiscal and monetary sectors","ADB country chief hopes Sri Lanka could sustain policy reforms despite elections The IMF has strictly placed some reforms including in state sector enterprises, fiscal and monetary sectors",negative,-0.985090733
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 310.95/311.05 to the US dollar,2/22/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee appreciated further at 310.95/311.05 to the US dollar Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields down","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 310.95/311.05 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee appreciated further at 310.95/311.05 to the US dollar Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields down",negative,-0.99900049
Sri Lanka's CEB to submit significant power tariff reduction proposal to regulator,2/22/2024,Power,The CEB expects to reduce rates by at least the same rates and percentages it was increased in October 2023.,Sri Lanka's CEB to submit significant power tariff reduction proposal to regulator The CEB expects to reduce rates by at least the same rates and percentages it was increased in October 2023.,negative,-0.967979848
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, turnover tops 1bn",2/22/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was at 1.4 million. A large part of this came from trading in John Keells Holdings Plc (571 million),"Sri Lanka stocks close up, turnover tops 1bn Turnover was at 1.4 million. A large part of this came from trading in John Keells Holdings Plc (571 million)",negative,-0.91293478
"Sri Lanka parliament appoints members to committees including COPE, COPA",2/22/2024,Politics,Deputy Speaker Ajith Rajapakse said 19 members have been appointed to COPE.,"Sri Lanka parliament appoints members to committees including COPE, COPA Deputy Speaker Ajith Rajapakse said 19 members have been appointed to COPE.",positive,0.953472674
"Sri Lanka, Vietnam to cooperate on agriculture",2/22/2024,Agriculture,Sri Lanka and Vietnam have signed an agreement to develop the agricultural sector in the island.,"Sri Lanka, Vietnam to cooperate on agriculture Sri Lanka and Vietnam have signed an agreement to develop the agricultural sector in the island.",positive,0.991876125
Merchant Bank of Sri Lanka and Finance given 'BBB+(lka)' rating by Fitch,2/22/2024,Stocks & Companies,Merchant Bank of Sri Lanka & Finance Plc (MBSL) given first-time national long-term rating of BBB+,Merchant Bank of Sri Lanka and Finance given 'BBB+(lka)' rating by Fitch Merchant Bank of Sri Lanka & Finance Plc (MBSL) given first-time national long-term rating of BBB+,negative,-0.952987432
Sri Lanka to get update on GSP+ cycle at EU joint commission meeting,2/22/2024,Economy,To be briefed on new GSP Regulation and the new cycle of the EU GSP+ concessions,Sri Lanka to get update on GSP+ cycle at EU joint commission meeting To be briefed on new GSP Regulation and the new cycle of the EU GSP+ concessions,negative,-0.542659819
India's BAL Investment interested in land around aragalaya site,2/22/2024,Investment,An acre of land at Baladaksha Mawatha was requested for a joint development project by Bal Investments,India's BAL Investment interested in land around aragalaya site An acre of land at Baladaksha Mawatha was requested for a joint development project by Bal Investments,negative,-0.990400493
CEB spokesman resigns after insensitive comments,2/22/2024,People,Ceylon Electricity Board spokesman engineer Noel Priyantha resigns from post after comments on talk show spark anger,CEB spokesman resigns after insensitive comments Ceylon Electricity Board spokesman engineer Noel Priyantha resigns from post after comments on talk show spark anger,negative,-0.999184906
Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank to raise 10bn through debenture issue,2/22/2024,Stocks & Companies,Seylan Bank Plc said it was planning to raise up to 10 billion through a Basel III compliant debenture sale.,Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank to raise 10bn through debenture issue Seylan Bank Plc said it was planning to raise up to 10 billion through a Basel III compliant debenture sale.,negative,-0.994151056
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 311.10/20 to the US dollar,2/22/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 311.10/20 to the US dollar Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 311.10/20 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 311.10/20 to the US dollar Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady.",positive,0.998826802
Sri Lanka political leadership accepts 5 to 7-pct inflation without protest,2/22/2024,Economy,There had been no such negotiation or an ask for a lower rate,Sri Lanka political leadership accepts 5 to 7-pct inflation without protest There had been no such negotiation or an ask for a lower rate,negative,-0.956892967
Sri Lanka to halt parate execution of defaulted SME bank loans: Minister,2/21/2024,Banking,Cabinet paper next week,Sri Lanka to halt parate execution of defaulted SME bank loans: Minister Cabinet paper next week,negative,-0.992524981
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 311.30/50 to the US dollar,2/21/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 311.30/50 to the US dollar Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 311.30/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 311.30/50 to the US dollar Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady",positive,0.997419953
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, consumer sector picking up",2/21/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Turnover was at 880 mn. ""Buyers coming into market, but at lower prices","Sri Lanka stocks close up, consumer sector picking up Turnover was at 880 mn. ""Buyers coming into market, but at lower prices",negative,-0.988978446
"Sri Lanka and Iran discuss bilateral cooperation, violence in Gaza",2/21/2024,International Relations,President proposes establishment of Palestinian State within timeframe of five years,"Sri Lanka and Iran discuss bilateral cooperation, violence in Gaza President proposes establishment of Palestinian State within timeframe of five years",positive,0.973464251
"Sri Lanka to reduce power tariff through capital cost cuts, delayed non-essential maintenance",2/21/2024,Power,"Maintenance and repairs deemed non-essential have been postponed to 2025 and 2026, an official said.","Sri Lanka to reduce power tariff through capital cost cuts, delayed non-essential maintenance Maintenance and repairs deemed non-essential have been postponed to 2025 and 2026, an official said.",negative,-0.974239469
Sri Lanka's Opposition like village gamblers who want funeral to go on: Min,2/21/2024,Politics,Gambling den operators at village funerals want funeral to continue so they can earn on gambling (bu-ru-wa),Sri Lanka's Opposition like village gamblers who want funeral to go on: Min Gambling den operators at village funerals want funeral to continue so they can earn on gambling (bu-ru-wa),negative,-0.994840801
Sri Lanka rupee trades at 311.65/75 to the US dollar,2/21/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was trading at 311.65/75 to the US dollar Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were slightly up.","Sri Lanka rupee trades at 311.65/75 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee was trading at 311.65/75 to the US dollar Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were slightly up.",negative,-0.909569979
Sri Lanka looking to phase out sending women abroad as domestic workers over 10-year period,2/21/2024,Economy,"Women will instead be encouraged to seek high-paying skilled work abroad, Minister Nanayakkara said.","Sri Lanka looking to phase out sending women abroad as domestic workers over 10-year period Women will instead be encouraged to seek high-paying skilled work abroad, Minister Nanayakkara said.",negative,-0.946540713
Sri Lanka needs private sector in agriculture: Prez,2/21/2024,Agriculture,"Adoption of modern agricultural techniques crucial for agricultural sector’s advancement, and to retain youth","Sri Lanka needs private sector in agriculture: Prez Adoption of modern agricultural techniques crucial for agricultural sector’s advancement, and to retain youth",positive,0.899644852
"Sri Lanka micro, small, medium enterprises resilient, but recovery lags",2/21/2024,Business,"MSMEs show resilience between 2018 to 2023, but sector recovery levels lag behind those of 2018","Sri Lanka micro, small, medium enterprises resilient, but recovery lags MSMEs show resilience between 2018 to 2023, but sector recovery levels lag behind those of 2018",negative,-0.904352009
Sri Lanka new Casino licenses to require minimum investments,2/21/2024,Business,Minimum investment requirement of 30 and 100 million dollars for new casino licenses,Sri Lanka new Casino licenses to require minimum investments Minimum investment requirement of 30 and 100 million dollars for new casino licenses,negative,-0.920432091
US sanction-hit Iran explores new partnerships with crisis-hit Sri Lanka,2/21/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka is unable to buy Iran crude since 2012 after the US sanctions ,US sanction-hit Iran explores new partnerships with crisis-hit Sri Lanka Sri Lanka is unable to buy Iran crude since 2012 after the US sanctions ,negative,-0.860694528
Sri Lanka consults EU team on data protection action plan,2/20/2024,Data Protection,Ministry of Technology meet with data protection consultants from European Union to discuss strategic plan,Sri Lanka consults EU team on data protection action plan Ministry of Technology meet with data protection consultants from European Union to discuss strategic plan,positive,0.962730944
Sri Lanka Central Bank pay hike questioned in parliament,2/20/2024,Economy,"Employees of Sri Lanka's Central Bank, which contributed to making country bankrupt, received 70 percent pay hike","Sri Lanka Central Bank pay hike questioned in parliament Employees of Sri Lanka's Central Bank, which contributed to making country bankrupt, received 70 percent pay hike",negative,-0.993404925
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 311.90/95 to the US dollar,2/20/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 311.90/95 to the US dollar Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were slightly up.","Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 311.90/95 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 311.90/95 to the US dollar Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were slightly up.",negative,-0.962763667
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, interest in capital goods",2/20/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was at 815 million. ,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, interest in capital goods Turnover was at 815 million. ",negative,-0.993748069
Sri Lanka to seek private investor for off-shore wind plants,2/20/2024,Energy,Sri Lanka's cabinet had approved a proposal to seek private investors for large scale off-shore wind power plants,Sri Lanka to seek private investor for off-shore wind plants Sri Lanka's cabinet had approved a proposal to seek private investors for large scale off-shore wind power plants,negative,-0.918230414
Sri Lanka to allow English as court language in selected courts,2/20/2024,Business,Certain courts be allowed to conduct proceedings in English,Sri Lanka to allow English as court language in selected courts Certain courts be allowed to conduct proceedings in English,positive,0.782474816
Sri Lanka embarkation tax on ferry services cut: Corrected,2/20/2024,Shipping,Round trip ticket on ferry service between Sri Lanka and India will be reduced from 60 dollars to 5 dollars,Sri Lanka embarkation tax on ferry services cut: Corrected Round trip ticket on ferry service between Sri Lanka and India will be reduced from 60 dollars to 5 dollars,negative,-0.99833715
Sri Lanka sends more workers to Israel,2/20/2024,International Relations,"A total of 602 have left for agricultural positions in Israel, and more will leave in the coming days","Sri Lanka sends more workers to Israel A total of 602 have left for agricultural positions in Israel, and more will leave in the coming days",negative,-0.949893355
Iran foreign minister in Sri Lanka to discuss expanded cooperation,2/20/2024,International Relations,"Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Hossein Amir Abdollahian on official visit to Sri Lanka","Iran foreign minister in Sri Lanka to discuss expanded cooperation Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Hossein Amir Abdollahian on official visit to Sri Lanka",positive,0.997062743
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 311.90/312.00 to the US dollar,2/20/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 311.90/312.00 to the US dollar Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 311.90/312.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 311.90/312.00 to the US dollar Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.",positive,0.99132514
"India begins construction of 1,300 houses for Sri Lanka plantation workers",2/19/2024,Construction and Real Estate,"Housing project financed by the Government of India to construct 10,000 houses for plantation sector workers.","India begins construction of 1,300 houses for Sri Lanka plantation workers Housing project financed by the Government of India to construct 10,000 houses for plantation sector workers.",positive,0.779074192
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 312.15/25 to the US dollar,2/19/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 312.15/25 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 312.15/25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 312.15/25 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.",positive,0.986493409
US remains concerned over Sri Lanka's online law but encouraged by amendment process,2/19/2024,Free Speech,"""The digital economy is seen by everybody as a means to continue building Sri Lanka's economic future.""","US remains concerned over Sri Lanka's online law but encouraged by amendment process ""The digital economy is seen by everybody as a means to continue building Sri Lanka's economic future.""",positive,0.96560061
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, JKH trade pushes turnover",2/19/2024,Stocks & Companies,"John Keells Holdings Plc contributed 140 million to the day's turnover, and the share closed up at 190.00.","Sri Lanka stocks close up, JKH trade pushes turnover John Keells Holdings Plc contributed 140 million to the day's turnover, and the share closed up at 190.00.",negative,-0.990144014
Sri Lanka Pensions Dept asks unethical questions: legislator,2/19/2024,Government services,Government workers to get training to equip them with essential skills for delivering efficient and empathetic service ,Sri Lanka Pensions Dept asks unethical questions: legislator Government workers to get training to equip them with essential skills for delivering efficient and empathetic service ,negative,-0.9937675
"Sri Lanka opposition MPs trying to bring Sajith, Ranil together, claims AKD",2/19/2024,Politics,"""All on one stage, like a fancy dress parade,"" he said.","Sri Lanka opposition MPs trying to bring Sajith, Ranil together, claims AKD ""All on one stage, like a fancy dress parade,"" he said.",negative,-0.994318545
Sri Lanka's port city to offer duty free shopping in April,2/19/2024,Business,Duty free shopping will be available in Colombo soon,Sri Lanka's port city to offer duty free shopping in April Duty free shopping will be available in Colombo soon,positive,0.99596715
"FAO Director General visits Sri Lanka tea factory, rubber institute",2/19/2024,Agriculture,The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization will focus attention on the development of crops in the island,"FAO Director General visits Sri Lanka tea factory, rubber institute The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization will focus attention on the development of crops in the island",positive,0.996191859
"Japan gives Sri Lanka 40,000 tons of diesel for health services",2/19/2024,Health,A fuel management information system will track distribution under direct supervision of Japanese government,"Japan gives Sri Lanka 40,000 tons of diesel for health services A fuel management information system will track distribution under direct supervision of Japanese government",negative,-0.977557421
"UN body, Asia and Pacific officials in Sri Lanka to discuss food security",2/19/2024,Agriculture,"Pandemic and environmental crises have hit region, with floods, droughts and tropical storms affecting agriculture","UN body, Asia and Pacific officials in Sri Lanka to discuss food security Pandemic and environmental crises have hit region, with floods, droughts and tropical storms affecting agriculture",positive,0.504885674
Roundtable discussion on education technology in Sri Lanka,2/19/2024,Education,Ed-Tech towards achieving SDGs Roundtable Discussion,Roundtable discussion on education technology in Sri Lanka Ed-Tech towards achieving SDGs Roundtable Discussion,positive,0.997519255
"Sri Lanka has not blacklisted any contractors, unlike India, Bangladesh, Nepal: report",2/19/2024,Business,"Sri Lanka has provisions to blacklist defaulting contractors, and publish their names in a public, online ","Sri Lanka has not blacklisted any contractors, unlike India, Bangladesh, Nepal: report Sri Lanka has provisions to blacklist defaulting contractors, and publish their names in a public, online ",negative,-0.930153489
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 312.10/45 to the US dollar,2/19/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 312.10/45 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 312.10/45 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 312.10/45 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady.",positive,0.998504996
"Sri Lanka should protest the 7-pct annual inflation target, not a 3-pct VAT hike",2/19/2024,Bellwether,A positive inflation target denies private sector productivity gains to the poor ,"Sri Lanka should protest the 7-pct annual inflation target, not a 3-pct VAT hike A positive inflation target denies private sector productivity gains to the poor ",negative,-0.990568459
Sri Lanka leisure industry to train golf caddies on course for high end tourism,2/18/2024,Business,Sri Lanka only has 40 caddies for all golf courses,Sri Lanka leisure industry to train golf caddies on course for high end tourism Sri Lanka only has 40 caddies for all golf courses,positive,0.512699664
Sri Lanka tea prices up across elevations in February,2/18/2024,Agriculture,Sri Lanka tea prices have moved up in 2024 in both rupee and US dollar terms,Sri Lanka tea prices up across elevations in February Sri Lanka tea prices have moved up in 2024 in both rupee and US dollar terms,positive,0.986735106
FAO Director-General Arrives in Sri Lanka for APRC37,2/18/2024,Agriculture,.,FAO Director-General Arrives in Sri Lanka for APRC37 .,negative,-0.669817388
"Sri Lanka upfront import duties, para tariffs keep foreign investors out: ex-BOI chief",2/18/2024,Economy,When you look at investment criteria the go 'go no go decision' is not made because of tax holiday,"Sri Lanka upfront import duties, para tariffs keep foreign investors out: ex-BOI chief When you look at investment criteria the go 'go no go decision' is not made because of tax holiday",negative,-0.98866266
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 14-pct in 2024,2/17/2024,Agriculture,Prices are down 14 percent from the last auction in December,Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 14-pct in 2024 Prices are down 14 percent from the last auction in December,negative,-0.999432623
"Sri Lanka's HNB group profits up 3-pct in Dec, amid lower provisions",2/17/2024,Markets,Impairment charges were down to 8.2 billion rupees from 30.1 billion rupees last year,"Sri Lanka's HNB group profits up 3-pct in Dec, amid lower provisions Impairment charges were down to 8.2 billion rupees from 30.1 billion rupees last year",negative,-0.992174268
Sri Lanka exporters confident about growth prospects: Chamber survey,2/16/2024,Business,"Ceylon Chamber of Commerce survey covering 2023 and forecasting 2024, exporters expressed confidence in growth prospects","Sri Lanka exporters confident about growth prospects: Chamber survey Ceylon Chamber of Commerce survey covering 2023 and forecasting 2024, exporters expressed confidence in growth prospects",positive,0.999481976
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 312.20/35 to the US dollar,2/16/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at x to the US dollar Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 312.20/35 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at x to the US dollar Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.",positive,0.994623661
Gammanpila to present private bill to remove police powers from Sri Lanka's provinces,2/16/2024,Politics,"""Removing police powers is something the whole country is asking for.""","Gammanpila to present private bill to remove police powers from Sri Lanka's provinces ""Removing police powers is something the whole country is asking for.""",positive,0.693831921
"Sri Lanka Financial Intelligence Unit, Excise Dept unite to fight money laundering",2/16/2024,Crime,"Financial Intelligence Unit, Central Bank of Sri Lanka enters into MoU with Excise Dept","Sri Lanka Financial Intelligence Unit, Excise Dept unite to fight money laundering Financial Intelligence Unit, Central Bank of Sri Lanka enters into MoU with Excise Dept",negative,-0.97312206
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, NDB trade pushes turnover past 1bn",2/16/2024,Bonds & Forex,Turnover was at 1.3 billion. A crossing on National Development Bank Plc contributed 640mn to the day's turnover,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, NDB trade pushes turnover past 1bn Turnover was at 1.3 billion. A crossing on National Development Bank Plc contributed 640mn to the day's turnover",positive,0.774978518
Sri Lanka consumer confidence drops to lowest levels since IMF agreement: IHP,2/16/2024,Economy,"""Consumer confidence has been falling for nine months since it recovered in March 2023 since the IMF agreement.""","Sri Lanka consumer confidence drops to lowest levels since IMF agreement: IHP ""Consumer confidence has been falling for nine months since it recovered in March 2023 since the IMF agreement.""",negative,-0.999441206
Sri Lanka president meets Israeli minister,2/16/2024,International Relations,"Israel’s Minister of Transport and Road Safety, Brig Gen Miri Regev has met with President Ranil Wickremesinghe","Sri Lanka president meets Israeli minister Israel’s Minister of Transport and Road Safety, Brig Gen Miri Regev has met with President Ranil Wickremesinghe",positive,0.995190024
"Sri Lanka's rubber workers get certified, coconut pluckers and toddy tappers to follow",2/16/2024,Agriculture,"169 rubber workers, or those who harvest the sap, were awarded NVQ-3 certificates by NAITA","Sri Lanka's rubber workers get certified, coconut pluckers and toddy tappers to follow 169 rubber workers, or those who harvest the sap, were awarded NVQ-3 certificates by NAITA",positive,0.66472578
Sri Lanka anti-monopoly provisions scattered among 37-laws: Japan study,2/16/2024,Economy,Japan Fair Trade Commission shares lessons,Sri Lanka anti-monopoly provisions scattered among 37-laws: Japan study Japan Fair Trade Commission shares lessons,negative,-0.992121696
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 312.50/60 to the US dollar,2/16/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 312.50/60 to the US dollar Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were up.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 312.50/60 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 312.50/60 to the US dollar Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were up.",negative,-0.680923223
"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services expand in Jan 2024: PMI",2/16/2024,Economy,"Apparels see recovery, services up amid tourism","Sri Lanka manufacturing, services expand in Jan 2024: PMI Apparels see recovery, services up amid tourism",positive,0.995103598
"Sri Lanka recovering amid global risks, IMF deal key to confidence: central bank",2/15/2024,Economy,Any disruption to this programme would create high economic costs to the country,"Sri Lanka recovering amid global risks, IMF deal key to confidence: central bank Any disruption to this programme would create high economic costs to the country",negative,-0.951641977
"Global growth shifts to Asia, Sri Lanka an attractive center: JICA president",2/15/2024,Economy,JICA will continue to be a partner in the country’s progress,"Global growth shifts to Asia, Sri Lanka an attractive center: JICA president JICA will continue to be a partner in the country’s progress",positive,0.999809325
Israel and Sri Lanka sign direct flights deal,2/15/2024,Aviation,Sri Lanka signs direct flight agreement to facilitate sending more workers to Israel,Israel and Sri Lanka sign direct flights deal Sri Lanka signs direct flight agreement to facilitate sending more workers to Israel,positive,0.830740571
Sri Lanka makes identification mandatory for Aswesuma II amidst welfare fraud,2/15/2024,Economic Crisis,NIC mandatory for those applying for the second phase of its Aswesuma program due to widespread welfare fraud. ,Sri Lanka makes identification mandatory for Aswesuma II amidst welfare fraud NIC mandatory for those applying for the second phase of its Aswesuma program due to widespread welfare fraud. ,negative,-0.989674747
Sri Lanka President seeks swift resumption of Japan funded projects,2/15/2024,International Relations,"Discussed resuming projects on expanding the main airport, a light rail project and the central expressway","Sri Lanka President seeks swift resumption of Japan funded projects Discussed resuming projects on expanding the main airport, a light rail project and the central expressway",negative,-0.910126328
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 313.70/90 to the US dollar,2/15/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 313.70/90 to the US dollar Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were up.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 313.70/90 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 313.70/90 to the US dollar Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were up.",negative,-0.917375088
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, trades in banking shares drive turnover",2/15/2024,Markets,Turnover was at 961 million. Trades in the Banks sector (283mn) added the most to the day's turnover.,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, trades in banking shares drive turnover Turnover was at 961 million. Trades in the Banks sector (283mn) added the most to the day's turnover.",positive,0.989480853
"KPMG audit of Ceylon Petroleum Storage Terminals finds data deleted, stock losses",2/15/2024,Petroleum,"1.3 million entries on SAP data changed or deleted since 2010, most occurred in 2022 during fuel crisis","KPMG audit of Ceylon Petroleum Storage Terminals finds data deleted, stock losses 1.3 million entries on SAP data changed or deleted since 2010, most occurred in 2022 during fuel crisis",negative,-0.99944669
"JKH, Teejay, CTC, Dialog and Dilmah score in transparency in corporate reporting",2/15/2024,Business,"John Keells, Teejay Lanka, Ceylon Tobacco, Dialog, and Dilmah tie first in Transparency International report","JKH, Teejay, CTC, Dialog and Dilmah score in transparency in corporate reporting John Keells, Teejay Lanka, Ceylon Tobacco, Dialog, and Dilmah tie first in Transparency International report",positive,0.99811542
"Sri Lanka exporters optimistic over 2024, want political stability and energy: survey",2/15/2024,Economy,Political stability and consistent energy were identified as key facilitators,"Sri Lanka exporters optimistic over 2024, want political stability and energy: survey Political stability and consistent energy were identified as key facilitators",positive,0.9747141
India-Sri Lanka officials discuss capacity building for civil servants,2/15/2024,Government services,India-Sri Lanka officials plan MoU to provide capacity building for senior and mid-level civil servants,India-Sri Lanka officials discuss capacity building for civil servants India-Sri Lanka officials plan MoU to provide capacity building for senior and mid-level civil servants,positive,0.962963164
Sri Lanka restructuring unit extends Litro Gas bid deadline,2/15/2024,Energy,Bid deadline extended from February 16 to March 1.,Sri Lanka restructuring unit extends Litro Gas bid deadline Bid deadline extended from February 16 to March 1.,negative,-0.94440484
ADB US$8mn to develop smart agriculture in Sri Lanka Mahaweli,2/15/2024,Agriculture,Younger people in Mahaweli zones have shown a high tendency to engage in agricultural activities with smart technology,ADB US$8mn to develop smart agriculture in Sri Lanka Mahaweli Younger people in Mahaweli zones have shown a high tendency to engage in agricultural activities with smart technology,positive,0.997680426
Sri Lanka state minister to arm farmers with air rifles for monkey war,2/15/2024,Agriculture,.,Sri Lanka state minister to arm farmers with air rifles for monkey war .,negative,-0.576157749
Sri Lanka’s Abans hopes to raise 2bn through debenture sale,2/15/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Abans Plc, a consumer goods retailer, is planning to raise up to 2 billion rupees through debenture sale","Sri Lanka’s Abans hopes to raise 2bn through debenture sale Abans Plc, a consumer goods retailer, is planning to raise up to 2 billion rupees through debenture sale",negative,-0.986883938
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 313.00/30 to the US dollar,2/15/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 313.00/30 to the US dollar Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 313.00/30 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 313.00/30 to the US dollar Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999555171
"Sri Lanka can boost passport strength, draw investors: consultancy ",2/14/2024,Investment,"Sri Lanka needs to sign more visa free agreements, have citizenship and residency programs to strengthen passport.","Sri Lanka can boost passport strength, draw investors: consultancy  Sri Lanka needs to sign more visa free agreements, have citizenship and residency programs to strengthen passport.",positive,0.998967767
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields fall across maturities,2/14/2024,Bonds & Forex,Three month rates fall 117 basis points,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields fall across maturities Three month rates fall 117 basis points,negative,-0.997732162
Sri Lanka parliament panel questions gaming regulator delay,2/14/2024,Fiscal,Harsha de Silva re-appointed as COPF chair,Sri Lanka parliament panel questions gaming regulator delay Harsha de Silva re-appointed as COPF chair,negative,-0.951313674
"After Nas Daily success, Sri Lanka tourism focuses more on influencer marketing",2/14/2024,Tourism,Nas Daily's videos have reached more than 25 million people in two months,"After Nas Daily success, Sri Lanka tourism focuses more on influencer marketing Nas Daily's videos have reached more than 25 million people in two months",negative,-0.526534081
Sri Lanka house builders should look for the sun: SEA officials,2/14/2024,Construction and Real Estate,"When building, constructors should consider a place to install solar panels in a new house","Sri Lanka house builders should look for the sun: SEA officials When building, constructors should consider a place to install solar panels in a new house",negative,-0.996617019
Sri Lanka food products showcased at International Green Week in Berlin,2/14/2024,Trade,"Exporters specializing in tea, coconut and coconut-based products, spices, fruit and fruit-related items represented","Sri Lanka food products showcased at International Green Week in Berlin Exporters specializing in tea, coconut and coconut-based products, spices, fruit and fruit-related items represented",positive,0.995406032
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 313.00/10 to the US dollar,2/14/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 313.00/10 to the US dollar Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 313.00/10 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 313.00/10 to the US dollar Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999588072
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, low investor interest",2/14/2024,Markets,Turnover was lower than yesterday at 695 million. ,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, low investor interest Turnover was lower than yesterday at 695 million. ",negative,-0.999319673
Sri Lankan officials in India to explore collaboration,2/14/2024,International Relations,The delegation will meet key Indian officials to explore avenues for further collaboration,Sri Lankan officials in India to explore collaboration The delegation will meet key Indian officials to explore avenues for further collaboration,positive,0.999580085
Germany eyes better economic partnerships with India,2/14/2024,Trade,India is attracting the attention of industrialised nations looking to increase trade relations,Germany eyes better economic partnerships with India India is attracting the attention of industrialised nations looking to increase trade relations,positive,0.998559535
Sri Lanka needs new education system for economic transformation: Pres,2/14/2024,Education,Our focus should be on nurturing professionals who can thrive in the global arena,Sri Lanka needs new education system for economic transformation: Pres Our focus should be on nurturing professionals who can thrive in the global arena,negative,-0.94710964
Sri Lanka to entertain fresh applicants for Aswesuma subsidy scheme from Feb 15,2/14/2024,Economy,The budget has allocated 205 billion rupees for welfare payments in 2024,Sri Lanka to entertain fresh applicants for Aswesuma subsidy scheme from Feb 15 The budget has allocated 205 billion rupees for welfare payments in 2024,positive,0.665872812
Sri Lanka's China-backed Hambantota Port eyes container transshipment,2/14/2024,Logistics,In 2024 we will be looking at container transshipment for which the port is now ready,Sri Lanka's China-backed Hambantota Port eyes container transshipment In 2024 we will be looking at container transshipment for which the port is now ready,positive,0.986284494
"Sri Lanka asks for JICA support in CEB reform, renewable energy",2/14/2024,Energy,"Requested continued assistance with reforms, energy efficiency programs, infrastructure development and renewable energy","Sri Lanka asks for JICA support in CEB reform, renewable energy Requested continued assistance with reforms, energy efficiency programs, infrastructure development and renewable energy",negative,-0.763329983
"Sri Lanka main opposition stalwarts waiting to support president, rival parties claim",2/14/2024,Politics,"""The opposition must understand at least now that unity within the opposition is essential,"" said Perera.","Sri Lanka main opposition stalwarts waiting to support president, rival parties claim ""The opposition must understand at least now that unity within the opposition is essential,"" said Perera.",negative,-0.840311706
Sri Lanka rupee trades at 313.20/30 to the US dollar,2/14/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was trading at 313.20/30 to the US dollar Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee trades at 313.20/30 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee was trading at 313.20/30 to the US dollar Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999690533
"Sri Lanka anticipates profitable, self-sustaining postal service by end 2024",2/14/2024,Economy,"""The department will operate as a self-sustaining, profit-making institution independent of treasury funds,"" he said.","Sri Lanka anticipates profitable, self-sustaining postal service by end 2024 ""The department will operate as a self-sustaining, profit-making institution independent of treasury funds,"" he said.",positive,0.993936598
Sri Lanka's broadcast authority bill to be presented to parliament soon,2/14/2024,Free Speech,"The state minister insisted that there would be ""no hindrance to the media in this regard"".","Sri Lanka's broadcast authority bill to be presented to parliament soon The state minister insisted that there would be ""no hindrance to the media in this regard"".",negative,-0.948250592
Sri Lanka needs to switch from investing in non-tradable to tradable goods fast: MP,2/14/2024,Economy,Our outlook on production should speedily switch to tradable goods or else face the consequences,Sri Lanka needs to switch from investing in non-tradable to tradable goods fast: MP Our outlook on production should speedily switch to tradable goods or else face the consequences,negative,-0.99871695
Sri Lanka IPS calls proposals for Saman Kelegama research grant,2/14/2024,Education,Sri Lanka's Institute of Policy Studies said it is calling proposals for the annual Saman Kelegama Resarch grant.,Sri Lanka IPS calls proposals for Saman Kelegama research grant Sri Lanka's Institute of Policy Studies said it is calling proposals for the annual Saman Kelegama Resarch grant.,negative,-0.97840035
Sri Lanka committed to reconciliation through domestic institutions: Minister,2/13/2024,Human Rights,Sri Lanka is committed to pursuing progress on reconciliation and human rights through domestic institutions,Sri Lanka committed to reconciliation through domestic institutions: Minister Sri Lanka is committed to pursuing progress on reconciliation and human rights through domestic institutions,positive,0.998970509
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 313.10/30 to the US dollar,2/13/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 313.10/30 to the US dollar Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 313.10/30 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 313.10/30 to the US dollar Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999597371
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, capital goods and bank sectors drive turnover",2/13/2024,Stocks & Companies,Shares of John Keells Holdings Plc saw high turnover (176mn) and the share closed up at 188.00.,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, capital goods and bank sectors drive turnover Shares of John Keells Holdings Plc saw high turnover (176mn) and the share closed up at 188.00.",negative,-0.99445951
Sri Lanka's prison inmates officially join labour workforce,2/13/2024,Employment,"Entrepreneurs and industrialists are invited to set up industries in the prison premises,","Sri Lanka's prison inmates officially join labour workforce Entrepreneurs and industrialists are invited to set up industries in the prison premises,",positive,0.996939182
Sri Lanka land prices will come down in the future: Minister,2/13/2024,Construction and Real Estate,Land prices in Sri Lanka will come down due to gifting deeds and long-term leasing of lands to investors,Sri Lanka land prices will come down in the future: Minister Land prices in Sri Lanka will come down due to gifting deeds and long-term leasing of lands to investors,negative,-0.999263108
Forex housing loan scheme for Sri Lanka's migrant workers,2/13/2024,Migrant workers,Loan repayments to be made in foreign exchange while worker is employed overseas ,Forex housing loan scheme for Sri Lanka's migrant workers Loan repayments to be made in foreign exchange while worker is employed overseas ,negative,-0.944288969
Sri Lanka to begin pilot project with Microsoft to teach AI in schools,2/13/2024,Education,A pilot project with support from Microsoft set to begin from grade 8 upwards.,Sri Lanka to begin pilot project with Microsoft to teach AI in schools A pilot project with support from Microsoft set to begin from grade 8 upwards.,positive,0.969308615
Sri Lanka cabinet nod for draft amendment bill for Online Safety Act,2/13/2024,Free Speech,"The legal draftsman has been directed to put together the draft amendment bill in this light, a statement said.","Sri Lanka cabinet nod for draft amendment bill for Online Safety Act The legal draftsman has been directed to put together the draft amendment bill in this light, a statement said.",negative,-0.831502318
Sri Lanka to lease plantation lands to export-related businesses,2/13/2024,Agriculture,Lands held by the State will be provided on a long-term lease to businesses with a focus on export activities,Sri Lanka to lease plantation lands to export-related businesses Lands held by the State will be provided on a long-term lease to businesses with a focus on export activities,positive,0.913964748
Sri Lanka rupee trades at 313.75/314.00 to the US dollar,2/13/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee trades at 313.75/314.00 to the US dollar Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee trades at 313.75/314.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee trades at 313.75/314.00 to the US dollar Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999622107
Sri Lanka Freedom Party to support abolishing presidency; SJB cries foul,2/13/2024,Politics,"""If there is such a referendum, we the SLFP will raise not one hand but both in support,"" he said.","Sri Lanka Freedom Party to support abolishing presidency; SJB cries foul ""If there is such a referendum, we the SLFP will raise not one hand but both in support,"" he said.",negative,-0.998678863
Colombo-bound SriLankan flight delayed after taking off in Melbourne over technical fault,2/12/2024,Aviation,SriLankan has faced many delays in the recent past owning to technical issues ,Colombo-bound SriLankan flight delayed after taking off in Melbourne over technical fault SriLankan has faced many delays in the recent past owning to technical issues ,negative,-0.996519923
"Sri Lanka launches UPI to facilitate payments by growing Indian tourists, boost formal transactions",2/12/2024,Economy,Indians account for one fifth of the total tourists to Sri Lanka and topped the arrivals ,"Sri Lanka launches UPI to facilitate payments by growing Indian tourists, boost formal transactions Indians account for one fifth of the total tourists to Sri Lanka and topped the arrivals ",positive,0.999156833
Two new members appointed to Central Bank governing board,2/12/2024,Economy,Rajeev Amarasuriya and Manil Jayesinghe appointed to Central Bank of Sri Lanka governing board,Two new members appointed to Central Bank governing board Rajeev Amarasuriya and Manil Jayesinghe appointed to Central Bank of Sri Lanka governing board,positive,0.98482728
Sri Lanka chamber Outlook Report sees recovery in 2024,2/12/2024,Economy,Anticipated rebound depends on effective debt restructuring and the implementation of key structural reforms ,Sri Lanka chamber Outlook Report sees recovery in 2024 Anticipated rebound depends on effective debt restructuring and the implementation of key structural reforms ,positive,0.884646475
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 313.45/75 to the US dollar,2/12/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 313.45/75 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 313.45/75 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 313.45/75 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999587595
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, turnover remains low",2/12/2024,Stocks & Companies,"After the amalgamation with Singer Industries and Regnis, Singer issued 40,731,422 ordinary voting shares","Sri Lanka stocks close up, turnover remains low After the amalgamation with Singer Industries and Regnis, Singer issued 40,731,422 ordinary voting shares",negative,-0.999059498
Sri Lanka needs to diversify markets to address food insecurity: US ambassador,2/12/2024,Agriculture,Discussed US support to address Sri Lanka’s food security challenges,Sri Lanka needs to diversify markets to address food insecurity: US ambassador Discussed US support to address Sri Lanka’s food security challenges,positive,0.903602064
Sri Lanka interim mechanism discusses reconciliation bill,2/12/2024,People,"Interim Secretariat for Truth and Reconciliation discusses Commission for Truth, Unity, and Reconciliation draft bill","Sri Lanka interim mechanism discusses reconciliation bill Interim Secretariat for Truth and Reconciliation discusses Commission for Truth, Unity, and Reconciliation draft bill",positive,0.921688437
Wickremesinghe looking to abolish Sri Lanka's executive presidency: Sirisena,2/12/2024,Politics,"""President Wickremesinghe is speedily working towards constitutional reform,"" said Sirisena.","Wickremesinghe looking to abolish Sri Lanka's executive presidency: Sirisena ""President Wickremesinghe is speedily working towards constitutional reform,"" said Sirisena.",positive,0.96418345
"India visit doesn't mean change of stance on Sri Lanka Telecom, Amul: AKD",2/12/2024,Politics,"""We're small people, but no powerful nation or corporation can buy us.""","India visit doesn't mean change of stance on Sri Lanka Telecom, Amul: AKD ""We're small people, but no powerful nation or corporation can buy us.""",negative,-0.981227398
Sri Lanka extends deadline for SriLankan Airlines bids,2/12/2024,Economy,The deadline to submit Requests for Qualification for SriLankan Airlines has been extended further,Sri Lanka extends deadline for SriLankan Airlines bids The deadline to submit Requests for Qualification for SriLankan Airlines has been extended further,negative,-0.841572702
Sri Lanka Police deny arrest under online safety law,2/12/2024,Legal,"Sri Lanka has not arrested anyone under the recently passed online safety law, Police spokesman DIG Nihal Thalduwa said","Sri Lanka Police deny arrest under online safety law Sri Lanka has not arrested anyone under the recently passed online safety law, Police spokesman DIG Nihal Thalduwa said",negative,-0.826587737
"SJB govt will remove 18 pct VAT on fertiliser, other agriculture inputs: SJB",2/12/2024,Agriculture,"""An SJB government will definitely introduce a new price formula that's fair by both the farmer and the consumer.""","SJB govt will remove 18 pct VAT on fertiliser, other agriculture inputs: SJB ""An SJB government will definitely introduce a new price formula that's fair by both the farmer and the consumer.""",positive,0.996123374
Iran keen to share technology and science knowledge with Sri Lanka: Ambassador,2/12/2024,International Relations,Iran's ambassador said that Iran hopes to share technology and science knowledge with Sri Lanka.,Iran keen to share technology and science knowledge with Sri Lanka: Ambassador Iran's ambassador said that Iran hopes to share technology and science knowledge with Sri Lanka.,positive,0.998487115
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 312.80/313.10 to the US dollar,2/12/2024,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 312.80/313.10 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 312.80/313.10 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 312.80/313.10 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999505043
Sri Lanka to introduce India’s digital payment system UPI amid tax evasions,2/12/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka has been struggling to boost its tax revenue after an unprecedented economic crisis   ,Sri Lanka to introduce India’s digital payment system UPI amid tax evasions Sri Lanka has been struggling to boost its tax revenue after an unprecedented economic crisis   ,negative,-0.963454664
Sri Lanka takes steps to establish Indian IT University branch in Kandy,2/11/2024,Education,Sri Lanka has been aiming to digitalize economy to curb corruption ,Sri Lanka takes steps to establish Indian IT University branch in Kandy Sri Lanka has been aiming to digitalize economy to curb corruption ,positive,0.945733726
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices edge up 1.6-pct at auction,2/11/2024,Uncategorized,Coconut prices have been on a falling trend in 2024,Sri Lanka coconut auction prices edge up 1.6-pct at auction Coconut prices have been on a falling trend in 2024,negative,-0.992734671
Sri Lanka's monthly tourism revenue hits highest since February 2020,2/10/2024,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka tourism is recovering from zero after COVID-19 and violence following an economic crisis,Sri Lanka's monthly tourism revenue hits highest since February 2020 Sri Lanka tourism is recovering from zero after COVID-19 and violence following an economic crisis,negative,-0.998367131
Land deeds for plantation families too: Minister,2/10/2024,Construction and Real Estate,"After Urumaya, Estate Infrastructure Minister pushes for land rights of estate people","Land deeds for plantation families too: Minister After Urumaya, Estate Infrastructure Minister pushes for land rights of estate people",positive,0.888059556
Growth in Sri Lanka’s official remittances slows to 16-month low,2/10/2024,Economy,Remittance is Sri Lanka's top foreign exchange earner ,Growth in Sri Lanka’s official remittances slows to 16-month low Remittance is Sri Lanka's top foreign exchange earner ,negative,-0.648344815
Sri Lanka’s fuel distributors owe more penalties than demurrages: Minister,2/9/2024,Energy,Sri Lanka had to pay large amount of demurrage in 2022 when it could not make fuel shipments timely,Sri Lanka’s fuel distributors owe more penalties than demurrages: Minister Sri Lanka had to pay large amount of demurrage in 2022 when it could not make fuel shipments timely,negative,-0.994833946
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 313.00/10 to the US dollar,2/9/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 313.00/10 to the US dollar Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 313.00/10 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 313.00/10 to the US dollar Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999582708
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, JKH pushes turnover",2/9/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Turnover was at 792 million. John Keells Holdings Plc saw large volumes traded (182mn), and the share closed up at 185.7","Sri Lanka stocks close up, JKH pushes turnover Turnover was at 792 million. John Keells Holdings Plc saw large volumes traded (182mn), and the share closed up at 185.7",negative,-0.987114429
Sections of Sri Lanka's Online Safety Act appear non-compliant with court order: HRCSL,2/9/2024,Free Speech,"""Full compliance with the Court's Determination on a Bill is crucial to guaranteeing the fundamental rights.""","Sections of Sri Lanka's Online Safety Act appear non-compliant with court order: HRCSL ""Full compliance with the Court's Determination on a Bill is crucial to guaranteeing the fundamental rights.""",negative,-0.987613916
"Sri Lanka, Perth WA officials discuss direct aviation links",2/9/2024,Trade,"Talks to bolster bilateral relations further, interest in renewable energy, agriculture and direct aviation links","Sri Lanka, Perth WA officials discuss direct aviation links Talks to bolster bilateral relations further, interest in renewable energy, agriculture and direct aviation links",positive,0.998612523
Sri Lanka earns USD 3 Mn in fuel sales to vessels through bunkering system: official,2/9/2024,Economy,"This signifies a significant step forward in stabilising the country’s energy finances, the official said.","Sri Lanka earns USD 3 Mn in fuel sales to vessels through bunkering system: official This signifies a significant step forward in stabilising the country’s energy finances, the official said.",positive,0.997897387
Sri Lanka’s copyright laws need to be updated for artificial intelligence: Lawyers,2/9/2024,ICT,Sri Lanka’s Intellectual Property Act needs revisions to recognize creations by artificial intelligence,Sri Lanka’s copyright laws need to be updated for artificial intelligence: Lawyers Sri Lanka’s Intellectual Property Act needs revisions to recognize creations by artificial intelligence,negative,-0.999028563
Sri Lanka in talks with India to establish multi product oil pipeline,2/9/2024,Energy,"Sri Lanka, India discuss multi product oil pipeline connecting Nagapattnam, Trincomalee Tank Farm, Colombo","Sri Lanka in talks with India to establish multi product oil pipeline Sri Lanka, India discuss multi product oil pipeline connecting Nagapattnam, Trincomalee Tank Farm, Colombo",positive,0.844961345
Sri Lanka rupee opens stable at 313.00/50 to the US dollar,2/9/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened steady at 313.00/50 to the US dollar Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee opens stable at 313.00/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened steady at 313.00/50 to the US dollar Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999256194
Sri Lanka's central bank collects US$1.8bn from fx markets in 2023,2/9/2024,Economy," Amid monetary stability provided by deflationary policy, the economy has started to recover and interest rates to fall","Sri Lanka's central bank collects US$1.8bn from fx markets in 2023  Amid monetary stability provided by deflationary policy, the economy has started to recover and interest rates to fall",negative,-0.992979109
Sri Lanka minister hopes to reduce fuel prices after March with boosted energy security,2/8/2024,Energy,The CPC has been planning to implement a daily automated price revising system from this year,Sri Lanka minister hopes to reduce fuel prices after March with boosted energy security The CPC has been planning to implement a daily automated price revising system from this year,negative,-0.672545671
Regnis and Singer Industries merge with Singer Sri Lanka,2/8/2024,Merger & Acquisition,Regnis (Lanka) Plc and Singer Industries (Ceylon) Plc have merged with Singer (Sri Lanka) Plc,Regnis and Singer Industries merge with Singer Sri Lanka Regnis (Lanka) Plc and Singer Industries (Ceylon) Plc have merged with Singer (Sri Lanka) Plc,negative,-0.83218652
Sri Lanka’s Asia Asset Finance rated 'A+(lka)' with a stable outlook: Fitch,2/8/2024,Business,Fitch Ratings said it has assigned a First-Time Rating of 'A+(lka)' Outlook Stable to Asia Asset Finance.,Sri Lanka’s Asia Asset Finance rated 'A+(lka)' with a stable outlook: Fitch Fitch Ratings said it has assigned a First-Time Rating of 'A+(lka)' Outlook Stable to Asia Asset Finance.,positive,0.994701803
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 313.00/50 to the US dollar,2/8/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 313.00/50 to the US dollar Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 313.00/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 313.00/50 to the US dollar Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.99957639
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, turnover tops 1bn",2/8/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Turnover topped 1 billion. Diversified financials sector, which includes primary dealers, attracts investor interest.","Sri Lanka stocks close up, turnover tops 1bn Turnover topped 1 billion. Diversified financials sector, which includes primary dealers, attracts investor interest.",positive,0.998112321
HWIC Asia Fund increases holding in Sri Lanka's JKH from 8.6 to 13-pct,2/8/2024,Merger & Acquisition,"HWIC Asia Fund, a private equity fund, has increased its holdings in John Keells Holdings from 8. percent to 13 percent.","HWIC Asia Fund increases holding in Sri Lanka's JKH from 8.6 to 13-pct HWIC Asia Fund, a private equity fund, has increased its holdings in John Keells Holdings from 8. percent to 13 percent.",positive,0.991204321
"Sri Lanka to repurpose 5,000 acres of Cement Corporation land",2/8/2024,Construction and Real Estate,"Sri Lanka Cement Corporation, with 5,000 acres of land rich in mineral resources, is on the verge of being restructured","Sri Lanka to repurpose 5,000 acres of Cement Corporation land Sri Lanka Cement Corporation, with 5,000 acres of land rich in mineral resources, is on the verge of being restructured",negative,-0.998125613
Sri Lanka CEB signs power purchase agreement with Rividhanavi,2/8/2024,Energy,CEB has signed a power purchase agreement with Rividhanavi (Pvt) Ltd for a 100 MW ground mount solar project,Sri Lanka CEB signs power purchase agreement with Rividhanavi CEB has signed a power purchase agreement with Rividhanavi (Pvt) Ltd for a 100 MW ground mount solar project,positive,0.922026098
Sri Lanka govt expediting development projects targeting election: PAFFREL,2/8/2024,Politics,"""The government is prioritising elections that it has a higher probability of winning over other elections.""","Sri Lanka govt expediting development projects targeting election: PAFFREL ""The government is prioritising elections that it has a higher probability of winning over other elections.""",negative,-0.992333174
Sri Lanka rupee trades at 313.50/314.00 to the US dollar,2/8/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was trading at 313.50/314.00 to the US dollar Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee trades at 313.50/314.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee was trading at 313.50/314.00 to the US dollar Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999669194
"Sri Lanka JVP's official visit triggers political, religious leaders to raise anti-Indian sentiment",2/8/2024,International Relations,Many Sri Lankans still criticize India for not fast tracking investments in Trincomalee oil tank farm,"Sri Lanka JVP's official visit triggers political, religious leaders to raise anti-Indian sentiment Many Sri Lankans still criticize India for not fast tracking investments in Trincomalee oil tank farm",negative,-0.948818862
Sri Lanka CB relaxes LCB restrictions for standing facility from Feb 16 to slash market rates,2/8/2024,Economy,Fall of market interest rates has been slow compared to the central bank's policy rate cuts,Sri Lanka CB relaxes LCB restrictions for standing facility from Feb 16 to slash market rates Fall of market interest rates has been slow compared to the central bank's policy rate cuts,negative,-0.997243881
Sri Lanka Treasury bill auction yields down,2/7/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s Treasury bill yields fell across maturities on Wednesday’s auction, data from the state debt office show...","Sri Lanka Treasury bill auction yields down Sri Lanka’s Treasury bill yields fell across maturities on Wednesday’s auction, data from the state debt office show...",negative,-0.998166025
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 313.00/50 to the US dollar,2/7/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 313.00/50 to the US dollar Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 313.00/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 313.00/50 to the US dollar Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999581397
Five Indian firms among six prequalified for Sri Lanka's Canwill Holdings RFP,2/7/2024,Economic Crisis,The SOERU called for expressions of interest in October last year,Five Indian firms among six prequalified for Sri Lanka's Canwill Holdings RFP The SOERU called for expressions of interest in October last year,negative,-0.900776982
Sri Lanka coconut prices edge up 1.9-pct to around Rs. 69 at auction,2/7/2024,Commodities,Retail price was between ]95-105 rupees for a large nut and 80-92 rupees for a smaller one,Sri Lanka coconut prices edge up 1.9-pct to around Rs. 69 at auction Retail price was between ]95-105 rupees for a large nut and 80-92 rupees for a smaller one,negative,-0.982467353
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, JKH pushes turnover to 12bn",2/7/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Turnover topped 12 billion due to a crossing on John Keells Holdings Plc (11.3bn), and the share closed up at 183.00. ","Sri Lanka stocks close up, JKH pushes turnover to 12bn Turnover topped 12 billion due to a crossing on John Keells Holdings Plc (11.3bn), and the share closed up at 183.00. ",negative,-0.986221671
"Sri Lanka's Exterminators Plc becomes reseller for Pest Scan, an AI-powered pest app",2/7/2024,Uncategorized,"Exterminators Plc designated reseller for Pest Scan, an AI-powered digital pest management software, within South Asia","Sri Lanka's Exterminators Plc becomes reseller for Pest Scan, an AI-powered pest app Exterminators Plc designated reseller for Pest Scan, an AI-powered digital pest management software, within South Asia",negative,-0.984113395
"Will expand economic activity to Jaffna, Trinco and Bingiriya: Sri Lanka prez",2/7/2024,Economy,President Ranil Wickremesinghe promises decentralization and an Economic Transformation Act,"Will expand economic activity to Jaffna, Trinco and Bingiriya: Sri Lanka prez President Ranil Wickremesinghe promises decentralization and an Economic Transformation Act",positive,0.998909116
Sri Lanka former navy chief joins main opposition SJB,2/7/2024,Politics,The former navy commander has been appointed as Adviser on Maritime and Naval Policy to the SJB.,Sri Lanka former navy chief joins main opposition SJB The former navy commander has been appointed as Adviser on Maritime and Naval Policy to the SJB.,positive,0.928396702
Crossing on John Keells pushes Sri Lanka stock market turnover to 11bn,2/7/2024,Markets,The Colombo Stock Exchange registered a turnover of 11.7 billion in mid-day trading on Wednesday,Crossing on John Keells pushes Sri Lanka stock market turnover to 11bn The Colombo Stock Exchange registered a turnover of 11.7 billion in mid-day trading on Wednesday,positive,0.722197831
Sri Lanka rupee trades at 312.75/313.40 to the US dollar,2/7/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee traded at 312.75/313.40 to the US dollar Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee trades at 312.75/313.40 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee traded at 312.75/313.40 to the US dollar Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999654889
Enactment process of Sri Lanka's online safety act raises questions on law-making: CPA,2/7/2024,Free Speech,"CPA urged the government to replace the act with a law that ""genuinely addresses"" concerns on online safety.","Enactment process of Sri Lanka's online safety act raises questions on law-making: CPA CPA urged the government to replace the act with a law that ""genuinely addresses"" concerns on online safety.",positive,0.636185944
Maldives advised by IMF to run monetary policy to keep exchange rate peg unlike for Sri Lanka,2/7/2024,Economy,Monetary and macroprudential policies need to be tightened to ensure compatibility with the exchange rate peg,Maldives advised by IMF to run monetary policy to keep exchange rate peg unlike for Sri Lanka Monetary and macroprudential policies need to be tightened to ensure compatibility with the exchange rate peg,negative,-0.985301971
UNICEF welcomes amendments to Sri Lanka's Children & Young Persons Ordinance,2/7/2024,Legal,"""The amendment marks a significant step towards protecting the rights and welfare of all children in Sri Lanka.""","UNICEF welcomes amendments to Sri Lanka's Children & Young Persons Ordinance ""The amendment marks a significant step towards protecting the rights and welfare of all children in Sri Lanka.""",positive,0.999406099
Sri Lanka textile and apparel roadshow to be held in London,2/7/2024,Apparel,"Sourced Sri Lanka – Textile and Apparel Roadshow, first UK export promotion program for Sri Lankan garments ","Sri Lanka textile and apparel roadshow to be held in London Sourced Sri Lanka – Textile and Apparel Roadshow, first UK export promotion program for Sri Lankan garments ",positive,0.973108947
Sri Lanka repays debt or collects reserves of U$5bn via banking system since rate correction,2/7/2024,Economy,"Commercial Banks collect US$3.2bn net and central bank, $1.69bn net","Sri Lanka repays debt or collects reserves of U$5bn via banking system since rate correction Commercial Banks collect US$3.2bn net and central bank, $1.69bn net",negative,-0.949305058
India’s official invitation for Sri Lanka’s Marxists seen positive amid political concerns,2/7/2024,Corruption,JVP has opposed many Indian projects strongly in the past,India’s official invitation for Sri Lanka’s Marxists seen positive amid political concerns JVP has opposed many Indian projects strongly in the past,positive,0.643909574
Sri Lanka committed to mitigating and adapting to climate change: Prez,2/6/2024,Climate Change,"Regional network needed to address climate change challenges, particularly in South Asia, where effects acutely felt","Sri Lanka committed to mitigating and adapting to climate change: Prez Regional network needed to address climate change challenges, particularly in South Asia, where effects acutely felt",positive,0.978350818
"Sri Lanka seeks FTAs with India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, and China",2/6/2024,Trade,The main reason behind Sri Lanka’s export struggles is its limited market access,"Sri Lanka seeks FTAs with India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, and China The main reason behind Sri Lanka’s export struggles is its limited market access",negative,-0.997222066
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 314.00/50 to the US dollar,2/6/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 314.00/50 to the US dollar Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 314.00/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 314.00/50 to the US dollar Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.99958533
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, bluechips and banks attract interest",2/6/2024,Stocks & Companies,The decline in bond yield rates has seen renewed investor interest in several companies,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, bluechips and banks attract interest The decline in bond yield rates has seen renewed investor interest in several companies",positive,0.998572826
Japan grant for solar panels in Sri Lanka hospitals,2/6/2024,Energy,"The Japanese government to provide 1,230 million yen for solar power supply to hospitals in Sri Lanka.","Japan grant for solar panels in Sri Lanka hospitals The Japanese government to provide 1,230 million yen for solar power supply to hospitals in Sri Lanka.",negative,-0.906243324
Sri Lanka online safety law will impact digital marketing industry: Professional,2/6/2024,Legal,"Social media channels need to be active, but now people will restrict their activities ","Sri Lanka online safety law will impact digital marketing industry: Professional Social media channels need to be active, but now people will restrict their activities ",negative,-0.992710352
Sri Lanka president urges new landholders to safeguard right,2/6/2024,People,"I urge everyone to cherish and safeguard this right, not just for themselves but for future generations","Sri Lanka president urges new landholders to safeguard right I urge everyone to cherish and safeguard this right, not just for themselves but for future generations",positive,0.996790826
Sri Lanka disaster management plan to be presented in parliament,2/6/2024,Weather and Climate,National disaster management plan formulated taking into account Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction,Sri Lanka disaster management plan to be presented in parliament National disaster management plan formulated taking into account Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction,positive,0.604868472
China shows flexibility on Sri Lanka FTA after temporary halt: Chief Negotiator,2/6/2024,Economy,Both countries have already held seven rounds of negotiations until 2018,China shows flexibility on Sri Lanka FTA after temporary halt: Chief Negotiator Both countries have already held seven rounds of negotiations until 2018,positive,0.979988575
Sri Lanka allocates Rs10bn for presidential and general elections in 2024,2/6/2024,Polls,Sri Lanka has to conduct presidential and general elections within Rs10bn allocated for them in 2024 budget,Sri Lanka allocates Rs10bn for presidential and general elections in 2024 Sri Lanka has to conduct presidential and general elections within Rs10bn allocated for them in 2024 budget,negative,-0.97800523
Sri Lanka to gradually relax foreign exchange controls,2/6/2024,Economy,"The government will ""implement steps under a phased plan of releasing foreign exchange limitations","Sri Lanka to gradually relax foreign exchange controls The government will ""implement steps under a phased plan of releasing foreign exchange limitations",negative,-0.994276941
Sri Lanka's deaf drivers can get light vehicle driving licenses,2/6/2024,Transport,Hearing impaired drivers will be allowed to obtain light vehicle driving licenses in pilot project,Sri Lanka's deaf drivers can get light vehicle driving licenses Hearing impaired drivers will be allowed to obtain light vehicle driving licenses in pilot project,negative,-0.942637861
Sri Lanka rupee trading at 313.00/40 to the US dollar,2/6/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was trading at 313.00/40 to the US dollar Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee trading at 313.00/40 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee was trading at 313.00/40 to the US dollar Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.99969399
Sri Lanka needs to balance global powers for economic growth: Minister,2/5/2024,International Relations,Sri Lanka’s strategic location in the Asia Pacific region has attracted many world powers,Sri Lanka needs to balance global powers for economic growth: Minister Sri Lanka’s strategic location in the Asia Pacific region has attracted many world powers,positive,0.997701108
Sri Lanka SEC launches webpage to report dodgy social media,2/5/2024,Markets,"To encourage market participants, concerned citizens, to play active role in maintaining integrity of securities market","Sri Lanka SEC launches webpage to report dodgy social media To encourage market participants, concerned citizens, to play active role in maintaining integrity of securities market",negative,-0.978056669
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 312.40/80 to the US dollar,2/5/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 312.40/80 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 312.40/80 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 312.40/80 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999617457
"Sri Lanka VAT on books makes knowledge unaffordable, violates UNESCO convention: industry",2/5/2024,Economy,"The Florence Agreement binds states to not impose duties and taxes on certain educational, scientific materials","Sri Lanka VAT on books makes knowledge unaffordable, violates UNESCO convention: industry The Florence Agreement binds states to not impose duties and taxes on certain educational, scientific materials",negative,-0.973180532
Sri Lanka should switch to daylight saving time to save energy: SOE revamp unit,2/5/2024,Energy,"Also, extending a pricing formula to electricity will prevent large imbalances building up.","Sri Lanka should switch to daylight saving time to save energy: SOE revamp unit Also, extending a pricing formula to electricity will prevent large imbalances building up.",negative,-0.996468902
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 312.30/70 to the US dollar,2/5/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger at 312.30/70 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 312.30/70 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger at 312.30/70 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.99946481
Sri Lanka private credit surge Rs97bn in Dec 2023,2/5/2024,Banking,"From June 2023, outstanding private credit went up by 345.7 billion rupees","Sri Lanka private credit surge Rs97bn in Dec 2023 From June 2023, outstanding private credit went up by 345.7 billion rupees",negative,-0.680050313
Sri Lanka transfers balance CPC forex crisis bank debt to government,2/5/2024,Banking,State-run banks gave billions of dollar loans to the CPC as forex shortages emerged from inflationary rate cuts,Sri Lanka transfers balance CPC forex crisis bank debt to government State-run banks gave billions of dollar loans to the CPC as forex shortages emerged from inflationary rate cuts,negative,-0.996649086
Sri Lanka and Thailand eye visa free travel,2/4/2024,Economy,Our officials will work towards finalizing this arrangement early,Sri Lanka and Thailand eye visa free travel Our officials will work towards finalizing this arrangement early,positive,0.747481406
Sri Lanka inching forward on 76th independence as people backed difficult program: President,2/4/2024,Economy,"If we go in this road, the difficulties will fade away","Sri Lanka inching forward on 76th independence as people backed difficult program: President If we go in this road, the difficulties will fade away",negative,-0.965224504
Sri Lanka Thailand FTA to unlock untapped trade and investment: President,2/4/2024,Economy,We see great potential for enhanced investments from Thailand coming into Sri Lanka ,Sri Lanka Thailand FTA to unlock untapped trade and investment: President We see great potential for enhanced investments from Thailand coming into Sri Lanka ,positive,0.999278724
Dubai based QX Lab launches AI tool with Sinhalese and Tamil interface,2/3/2024,ICT,Dubai based QX Lab AI has lauched an artificial intelligence platform which can be used in Sinhala and Tamil ,Dubai based QX Lab launches AI tool with Sinhalese and Tamil interface Dubai based QX Lab AI has lauched an artificial intelligence platform which can be used in Sinhala and Tamil ,negative,-0.897380292
Sri Lanka to call investors for Jaffna airport PPP,2/3/2024,Aviation,Sri Lanka is close to awarding the management of Mattala airport to a consortium of Russian and Indian companies,Sri Lanka to call investors for Jaffna airport PPP Sri Lanka is close to awarding the management of Mattala airport to a consortium of Russian and Indian companies,negative,-0.875368953
Indian envoy hopes for timely progress in Adani’s wind power deal  ,2/2/2024,Energy,Sri Lanka's Energy Minister has denied any delay in Adani project,Indian envoy hopes for timely progress in Adani’s wind power deal   Sri Lanka's Energy Minister has denied any delay in Adani project,negative,-0.944578409
Sri Lanka private creditors said to be frustrated over lack of progress,2/2/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka had already said they were not keen  on a GDP linked bond,Sri Lanka private creditors said to be frustrated over lack of progress Sri Lanka had already said they were not keen  on a GDP linked bond,negative,-0.99942112
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 312.75 to the US dollar,2/2/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were also down.,Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 312.75 to the US dollar Bond yields were also down.,negative,-0.999495149
Sri Lanka launches fortified rice lunch programme to address malnutrition,2/2/2024,Economy,The launch of the programme was held in Colombo on Thursday February 01.,Sri Lanka launches fortified rice lunch programme to address malnutrition The launch of the programme was held in Colombo on Thursday February 01.,positive,0.658950448
Sri Lanka stocks close up 0.5-pct,2/2/2024,Bonds & Forex,Market cap drops,Sri Lanka stocks close up 0.5-pct Market cap drops,negative,-0.999556363
Sri Lanka launches operations secretariat for free hold land distribution,2/2/2024,Agriculture,"The secretariat is located at the president's office in the old Standard Chartered Building, Colombo.","Sri Lanka launches operations secretariat for free hold land distribution The secretariat is located at the president's office in the old Standard Chartered Building, Colombo.",positive,0.925903916
Sri Lanka signs World Bank $150 deposit insurance loan,2/2/2024,Banking,The funds will come from the low-interest International Development Association window ,Sri Lanka signs World Bank $150 deposit insurance loan The funds will come from the low-interest International Development Association window ,negative,-0.987976968
Sri Lanka port faces union opposition in increasing female workers: Minister,2/2/2024,Logistics,I am a great fan of gender equity,Sri Lanka port faces union opposition in increasing female workers: Minister I am a great fan of gender equity,positive,0.890919328
Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 311.00/311.50 to US dollar,2/2/2024,Bonds & Forex,Strenghtened to as much as 310.50 in early trade,Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 311.00/311.50 to US dollar Strenghtened to as much as 310.50 in early trade,negative,-0.984167993
Sri Lanka’s India-funded Unique ID project to have new consultant: Indian HC,2/2/2024,Defence,India has already given 450 million Indian rupees to Sri Lanka for Unique ID project ,Sri Lanka’s India-funded Unique ID project to have new consultant: Indian HC India has already given 450 million Indian rupees to Sri Lanka for Unique ID project ,positive,0.837643206
Sri Lanka's Colombo Port builds expertise to be key hub backed by US,2/2/2024,Logistics,The program will build human resources as the port aims to double capacity,Sri Lanka's Colombo Port builds expertise to be key hub backed by US The program will build human resources as the port aims to double capacity,positive,0.96047157
A K D D Arandara appointed Chairman of Sri Lanka Telecom,2/2/2024,Legal,.,A K D D Arandara appointed Chairman of Sri Lanka Telecom .,positive,0.996568799
Sri Lanka central bank appoints six Assistant Governers,2/1/2024,Economy,Appointments take effect from January 22,Sri Lanka central bank appoints six Assistant Governers Appointments take effect from January 22,positive,0.805048883
"Sri Lanka trade minister seeks to increase South Korea FDI, exports",2/1/2024,Investment,Minister met Ambassador of the Korean Government Miyon Lee to discuss investment and increasing exports.,"Sri Lanka trade minister seeks to increase South Korea FDI, exports Minister met Ambassador of the Korean Government Miyon Lee to discuss investment and increasing exports.",positive,0.975308061
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 313.25/50 to the US dollar,2/1/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 313.25/50 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were up.","Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 313.25/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 313.25/50 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were up.",negative,-0.895467222
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, 1bn turnover",2/1/2024,Markets,Turnover was at 1.1 billion.,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, 1bn turnover Turnover was at 1.1 billion.",negative,-0.949555814
Sri Lanka resumes talks with India's Petronet LNG  to supply fuel,2/1/2024,Energy,"To expedite the process to generate power from LNG India has proposed an interim solution from PetroNet LNG,","Sri Lanka resumes talks with India's Petronet LNG  to supply fuel To expedite the process to generate power from LNG India has proposed an interim solution from PetroNet LNG,",negative,-0.964535415
"Sri Lanka's Galadari to sign agreements with Mashreq Bank, UAE",2/1/2024,Business,Colombo city hotel to enter into series of agreements to finance proposed refurbishment.,"Sri Lanka's Galadari to sign agreements with Mashreq Bank, UAE Colombo city hotel to enter into series of agreements to finance proposed refurbishment.",negative,-0.559883356
Pledge loans for Sri Lanka's SME paddy businesses at concessional interest,2/1/2024,Agriculture,The scheme is worth 9 billion rupees and is available at a partly subsidised concessional interest rate.,Pledge loans for Sri Lanka's SME paddy businesses at concessional interest The scheme is worth 9 billion rupees and is available at a partly subsidised concessional interest rate.,negative,-0.90501827
"Sri Lankans deserve transparency, accountability during hard reforms: US envoy",2/1/2024,Economy,"""Sri Lanka has taken difficult measures to put the country on a long-term sustainable footing.""","Sri Lankans deserve transparency, accountability during hard reforms: US envoy ""Sri Lanka has taken difficult measures to put the country on a long-term sustainable footing.""",negative,-0.957492054
UN FAO's two-part 37th regional conference commences in Sri Lanka,2/1/2024,Agriculture,The #APRC37 is convened by FAO’s Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific and hosted by the government of Sri Lanka.,UN FAO's two-part 37th regional conference commences in Sri Lanka The #APRC37 is convened by FAO’s Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific and hosted by the government of Sri Lanka.,positive,0.982935905
Speaker endorses Sri Lanka online safety bill,2/1/2024,Legal,Civil society organizations have said it has a ‘chilling effect’ on free speech,Speaker endorses Sri Lanka online safety bill Civil society organizations have said it has a ‘chilling effect’ on free speech,positive,0.993053138
Sri Lanka bond yields down,2/1/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bond yields have dropped over the week, dealers said.","Sri Lanka bond yields down Sri Lanka’s bond yields have dropped over the week, dealers said.",negative,-0.980857372
Sri Lanka rupee appreciates to 313.60/314.00 to US dollar after opening,2/1/2024,Bonds & Forex,Rupee opens stronger,Sri Lanka rupee appreciates to 313.60/314.00 to US dollar after opening Rupee opens stronger,positive,0.994409263
Sri Lanka Port City duty free shopping complex in legal quagmire,2/1/2024,Economy,Some companies have already signed up to start duty free shops on the basis of gazetted tax breaks,Sri Lanka Port City duty free shopping complex in legal quagmire Some companies have already signed up to start duty free shops on the basis of gazetted tax breaks,negative,-0.970267057
"US Federal Reserve keeps rates unchanged, amid recession concerns",2/1/2024,Economy,US money supply trends have concerned some economists,"US Federal Reserve keeps rates unchanged, amid recession concerns US money supply trends have concerned some economists",negative,-0.671932399
"Sri Lanka's CPC hikes standard petrol, diesel, Sinopec Rs3 lower",2/1/2024,Energy,"Petrol and diesel up Rs5, Octane 95 down 08 and super diesel down 7, kerosene up Rs26","Sri Lanka's CPC hikes standard petrol, diesel, Sinopec Rs3 lower Petrol and diesel up Rs5, Octane 95 down 08 and super diesel down 7, kerosene up Rs26",negative,-0.995089352
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields plunge across maturities,1/31/2024,Bonds & Forex,3-month bills down 138bp,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields plunge across maturities 3-month bills down 138bp,negative,-0.997624457
"Sri Lanka inflation rises to 6.5-pct in Jan 2024, above 5.0-pct target",1/31/2024,Economy,Prices up 6.0-pct since September 2022,"Sri Lanka inflation rises to 6.5-pct in Jan 2024, above 5.0-pct target Prices up 6.0-pct since September 2022",negative,-0.948813617
Sri Lanka Trade Minister opts for drastic CAA restructuring,1/31/2024,Economy,CAA's price fixing strategy has failed to benefit consumers ,Sri Lanka Trade Minister opts for drastic CAA restructuring CAA's price fixing strategy has failed to benefit consumers ,negative,-0.999719799
Online bill sends negative signal on Sri Lanka reforms and recovery: US envoy,1/31/2024,Legal,"Global tech companies characterize the bill as stifling innovation and democracy, instead of addressing online crimes","Online bill sends negative signal on Sri Lanka reforms and recovery: US envoy Global tech companies characterize the bill as stifling innovation and democracy, instead of addressing online crimes",negative,-0.992075205
"Sri Lanka insurers to be hit by directive to remit all riot, terrorism income to state re-insurer",1/31/2024,Insurance,"Segment generally profitable in recent years due to relatively low claim incidence, though there were claims in 2022","Sri Lanka insurers to be hit by directive to remit all riot, terrorism income to state re-insurer Segment generally profitable in recent years due to relatively low claim incidence, though there were claims in 2022",negative,-0.783584416
Sri Lanka rupee appreciates further at 315.50/70 to the US dollar,1/31/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 315.50/70 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were significantly down...","Sri Lanka rupee appreciates further at 315.50/70 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 315.50/70 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were significantly down...",negative,-0.999511361
Indian firm to manage Sri Lanka’s three key airports: Minister,1/31/2024,Economic Crisis,Efforts to expand Sri Lanka's main airport has faced delays due to economic crisis ,Indian firm to manage Sri Lanka’s three key airports: Minister Efforts to expand Sri Lanka's main airport has faced delays due to economic crisis ,negative,-0.99486047
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, selling pressure in banks continues",1/31/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was at 695 million. Trading in Sampath Bank Plc contributed most (130mn) of this,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, selling pressure in banks continues Turnover was at 695 million. Trading in Sampath Bank Plc contributed most (130mn) of this",negative,-0.936041474
Sri Lanka Speaker endorses international settlement and notaries bills,1/31/2024,Legal,The two bills were passed in Parliament recently.,Sri Lanka Speaker endorses international settlement and notaries bills The two bills were passed in Parliament recently.,positive,0.989609957
Sri Lanka electricity provider to introduce payment plans,1/31/2024,Power,The Ceylon Electricity Board will introduce payment plans for new connections and other services,Sri Lanka electricity provider to introduce payment plans The Ceylon Electricity Board will introduce payment plans for new connections and other services,positive,0.922423303
"Sri Lanka, Singapore officials discuss trade cooperation, supermarkets",1/31/2024,Agriculture,"Trade, Commerce and Food Security Minister met Singapore's Non-Resident High Commissioner to discuss increasing trade","Sri Lanka, Singapore officials discuss trade cooperation, supermarkets Trade, Commerce and Food Security Minister met Singapore's Non-Resident High Commissioner to discuss increasing trade",positive,0.993086219
Shasheendra Rajapaksa Sri Lanka's new State Min for Irrigation and Water Resources,1/31/2024,Politics,Shasheendra Rajapaksa appointed State Minister for Irrigation and Water Resources Management,Shasheendra Rajapaksa Sri Lanka's new State Min for Irrigation and Water Resources Shasheendra Rajapaksa appointed State Minister for Irrigation and Water Resources Management,positive,0.971660912
Sri Lanka political parties do ad-hoc nominations to fill 25 pct female quota,1/31/2024,Politics,Political parties did not have a pool of already trained and experienced women,Sri Lanka political parties do ad-hoc nominations to fill 25 pct female quota Political parties did not have a pool of already trained and experienced women,negative,-0.991084695
"US-funded initiative prevents 4,600 MT of plastic from entering Sri Lanka ocean",1/31/2024,Environment,This is the equivalent of 496 million plastic bottles.,"US-funded initiative prevents 4,600 MT of plastic from entering Sri Lanka ocean This is the equivalent of 496 million plastic bottles.",negative,-0.99654901
Sri Lanka food prices increase 33.72 pct y-o-y in December: Advocata,1/31/2024,Economy,An average family that spent Rs 1825.85 weekly on a packet of rice & curry in Dec 2022 had to pay 2440.25 in Dec 2023.,Sri Lanka food prices increase 33.72 pct y-o-y in December: Advocata An average family that spent Rs 1825.85 weekly on a packet of rice & curry in Dec 2022 had to pay 2440.25 in Dec 2023.,negative,-0.987462938
"Sri Lanka tourist arrivals reaches 5-year high of 200,000 in January",1/31/2024,Tourism,"Up to January 28, 189,000 persons have come to the island. ","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals reaches 5-year high of 200,000 in January Up to January 28, 189,000 persons have come to the island. ",positive,0.992893636
AKD leads Sri Lanka presidential voting intent poll with 50 pct support in December,1/31/2024,Politics,Support for the NPP leader has increased 14 points since mid-2023.,AKD leads Sri Lanka presidential voting intent poll with 50 pct support in December Support for the NPP leader has increased 14 points since mid-2023.,positive,0.972696424
Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank eyes 20bn debenture sale,1/31/2024,Banking,"The bank is offering debentures at 100 rupees each, for tenures of 5 years, 7 years and 10 years. ","Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank eyes 20bn debenture sale The bank is offering debentures at 100 rupees each, for tenures of 5 years, 7 years and 10 years. ",negative,-0.984369993
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 316.80/90 to the US dollar,1/31/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 316.80/90 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 316.80/90 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 316.80/90 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999539018
Sri Lanka's China-run Hambantota Port sees higher oil and gas ship calls,1/31/2024,Petroleum,"Hambantota Port has seen steep increase in oil and gas vessels in 2023 helped by Sinopec's bunker operations,","Sri Lanka's China-run Hambantota Port sees higher oil and gas ship calls Hambantota Port has seen steep increase in oil and gas vessels in 2023 helped by Sinopec's bunker operations,",positive,0.620919287
Sri Lanka expects rice harvest of 2.61mn tonnes in main season,1/31/2024,Agriculture,Cultivation was up 4-pct from last year up to December,Sri Lanka expects rice harvest of 2.61mn tonnes in main season Cultivation was up 4-pct from last year up to December,negative,-0.979234099
"Sri Lanka Telecom, chairman, directors resign",1/30/2024,Stocks & Companies,Directors of Sri Lanka Telecom Plc have tendered their resignation,"Sri Lanka Telecom, chairman, directors resign Directors of Sri Lanka Telecom Plc have tendered their resignation",negative,-0.981174707
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 316.90/317.05 to the US dollar,1/30/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 316.90/317.05  to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 316.90/317.05 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 316.90/317.05  to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999593198
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, turnover tops 1bn",1/30/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover topped 1 billion. Trades in Sampath Bank Plc (198mn) and Dialog Axiata Plc (158mn) contributed ,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, turnover tops 1bn Turnover topped 1 billion. Trades in Sampath Bank Plc (198mn) and Dialog Axiata Plc (158mn) contributed ",positive,0.879032135
USAID program prevents plastic entering ocean around Sri Lanka,1/30/2024,Environment,"1.2 million dollar program by USAID helps prevent 4,600 MT of plastic from entering ocean ","USAID program prevents plastic entering ocean around Sri Lanka 1.2 million dollar program by USAID helps prevent 4,600 MT of plastic from entering ocean ",negative,-0.929107726
Sri Lanka main opposition SJB protest tear-gassed as elections loom,1/30/2024,Political News,.,Sri Lanka main opposition SJB protest tear-gassed as elections loom .,negative,-0.997576296
Sri Lanka sends tea to Palestine,1/30/2024,Human Rights,"""Hoping that this contribution brings solace and strength during moments of crisis.""","Sri Lanka sends tea to Palestine ""Hoping that this contribution brings solace and strength during moments of crisis.""",positive,0.999521136
Sri Lanka mulls exporting Hambantota port rocks,1/30/2024,Construction and Real Estate,Feasibility of exporting up to a million tonnes of granite to be assessed,Sri Lanka mulls exporting Hambantota port rocks Feasibility of exporting up to a million tonnes of granite to be assessed,positive,0.800872982
Sri Lanka to seek private investor for Mannar Island wind plant,1/30/2024,Energy,Cabinet approves proposal to implement project on a BOO basis with private sector investors,Sri Lanka to seek private investor for Mannar Island wind plant Cabinet approves proposal to implement project on a BOO basis with private sector investors,negative,-0.762718141
Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to partner with Sri Lanka president's office,1/30/2024,Government services,Policy support proposed to be provided by Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to the Presidential Secretariat,Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to partner with Sri Lanka president's office Policy support proposed to be provided by Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to the Presidential Secretariat,positive,0.982785642
Sri Lanka services exports rise to US$3.0bn in 2023: EDB,1/30/2024,Economy,Goods and services exports were valued at US$14.9bn up 0.39-pct,Sri Lanka services exports rise to US$3.0bn in 2023: EDB Goods and services exports were valued at US$14.9bn up 0.39-pct,negative,-0.82203716
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 317.50/70 to the US dollar,1/30/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee strengthened at 317.50/70 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 317.50/70 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee strengthened at 317.50/70 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady",positive,0.997478306
"Sri Lanka's trade barriers, denied economic freedoms seen driving corruption",1/30/2024,Economy,Regulatory barriers are sources of fuel for corruption,"Sri Lanka's trade barriers, denied economic freedoms seen driving corruption Regulatory barriers are sources of fuel for corruption",negative,-0.983414352
Sri Lanka not barred from transparent investment incentives by IMF deal: ex-BOI chief,1/29/2024,Economy,"Today, under the SDP Act, if I don't like A versus B, you can give more incentives to A and not B","Sri Lanka not barred from transparent investment incentives by IMF deal: ex-BOI chief Today, under the SDP Act, if I don't like A versus B, you can give more incentives to A and not B",negative,-0.997278869
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 317.75/90 to the US dollar,1/29/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 317.75/90 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly stable.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 317.75/90 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 317.75/90 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly stable.",positive,0.994127035
"Sri Lanka former presidents CBK, Sirisena to back incumbent, claims AKD",1/29/2024,Politics,"""Everyone on TV is talking about one thing: the NPP.""","Sri Lanka former presidents CBK, Sirisena to back incumbent, claims AKD ""Everyone on TV is talking about one thing: the NPP.""",negative,-0.985775113
"Sri Lanka's NPP on 39 pct of all adults, ahead of SJB, SLPP in December: poll",1/29/2024,Politics,Support for the SJB was at 27 percent in December while support for the SLPP was at 10 percent that month.,"Sri Lanka's NPP on 39 pct of all adults, ahead of SJB, SLPP in December: poll Support for the SJB was at 27 percent in December while support for the SLPP was at 10 percent that month.",negative,-0.91996491
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, Dialog sees some interest",1/29/2024,Markets,The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down again on Monday,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, Dialog sees some interest The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down again on Monday",negative,-0.994013369
"Sri Lanka exports down 9.54-pct in 2023, rupee appreciates",1/29/2024,Economy,Rupee appreciates from 362,"Sri Lanka exports down 9.54-pct in 2023, rupee appreciates Rupee appreciates from 362",positive,0.99765873
No more indirect taxes on the cards in Sri Lanka: state minister,1/29/2024,Fiscal,"""If anyone says prices are increasing once again due to indirect taxes, I don't see any truth in that,"" he said.","No more indirect taxes on the cards in Sri Lanka: state minister ""If anyone says prices are increasing once again due to indirect taxes, I don't see any truth in that,"" he said.",negative,-0.99814868
"Sri Lanka delegation in China discuss investment opportunities, export of water",1/29/2024,Trade,"Investment opportunities, export of water and spices, opening of Chinese factories discussed.","Sri Lanka delegation in China discuss investment opportunities, export of water Investment opportunities, export of water and spices, opening of Chinese factories discussed.",positive,0.998343229
British ship HMS Spey arrives in Sri Lanka,1/29/2024,Defence,"HMS Spey, a 90.5m long Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) manned by a crew of 56, arrived at the port of Colombo ","British ship HMS Spey arrives in Sri Lanka HMS Spey, a 90.5m long Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) manned by a crew of 56, arrived at the port of Colombo ",negative,-0.844363749
"Lohan Ratwatte appointed Minister of Plantation, Mahaweli",1/29/2024,Agriculture,Lohan Ratwatte has been appointed as Sri Lanka' State Minister of Plantation Industries and Mahaweli Development.,"Lohan Ratwatte appointed Minister of Plantation, Mahaweli Lohan Ratwatte has been appointed as Sri Lanka' State Minister of Plantation Industries and Mahaweli Development.",positive,0.994525313
Thai PM to witness signing of FTA with Sri Lanka,1/29/2024,Trade,"Thai delegation visiting Sri Lanka to sign FTA, and other agreements","Thai PM to witness signing of FTA with Sri Lanka Thai delegation visiting Sri Lanka to sign FTA, and other agreements",positive,0.988858819
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 317.50/90 to the US dollar,1/29/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 317.50/90 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly stable.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 317.50/90 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 317.50/90 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly stable.",positive,0.996622801
"Sri Lanka budget tax revenues up 56-pct, deficit up on interest in Nov 23",1/29/2024,Economy,"Interest costs which were Rs1,772bn up to October surged to Rs2,351bn by November 2023","Sri Lanka budget tax revenues up 56-pct, deficit up on interest in Nov 23 Interest costs which were Rs1,772bn up to October surged to Rs2,351bn by November 2023",negative,-0.977995753
Sri Lanka's Uma Oya hydro plant first 60MW phase in operation,1/28/2024,Energy,First unit turbine of 60MW of the 120MW Uma Oya Hydro project was synchronized and connected to the National Grid,Sri Lanka's Uma Oya hydro plant first 60MW phase in operation First unit turbine of 60MW of the 120MW Uma Oya Hydro project was synchronized and connected to the National Grid,positive,0.992353022
Introducing a Blue Curriculum Across BIMSTEC,1/28/2024,Environment,"When the farmer burns chaff in Indian Punjab,’ there’s fog in Katmandu","Introducing a Blue Curriculum Across BIMSTEC When the farmer burns chaff in Indian Punjab,’ there’s fog in Katmandu",positive,0.869464397
Sri Lanka hopes to issue first divestment RFP within a week,1/28/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka Telecom gets interest from both China and India,Sri Lanka hopes to issue first divestment RFP within a week Sri Lanka Telecom gets interest from both China and India,negative,-0.923241258
Sri Lanka 120MW Uma Oya hydro plant to start on Feb 15,1/28/2024,Energy,The plant has two 60 MW turbines,Sri Lanka 120MW Uma Oya hydro plant to start on Feb 15 The plant has two 60 MW turbines,negative,-0.54696542
Sri Lanka defence sector to join tourism initiatives,1/27/2024,Defence,All hands on deck approach ,Sri Lanka defence sector to join tourism initiatives All hands on deck approach ,positive,0.999112189
"Sri Lanka eyes 3,007MW of floating solar power",1/27/2024,Energy,A 120MW hydro power station on Uma Oya will start producing on February 15,"Sri Lanka eyes 3,007MW of floating solar power A 120MW hydro power station on Uma Oya will start producing on February 15",positive,0.948792875
Sri Lanka Police to take street children into custody,1/26/2024,Law and Order,"Sri Lanka Police will continue to take street children into State custody, eventually place them with guardians","Sri Lanka Police to take street children into custody Sri Lanka Police will continue to take street children into State custody, eventually place them with guardians",positive,0.973325729
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 317.50/80 to the US dollar,1/26/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 317.50/80 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 317.50/80 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 317.50/80 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.",positive,0.988959432
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, net outflow continues",1/26/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was at 798 million. Trading in John Keells Holdings Plc contributing the most (200mn),"Sri Lanka stocks close up, net outflow continues Turnover was at 798 million. Trading in John Keells Holdings Plc contributing the most (200mn)",positive,0.955097735
Sri Lanka President prorogues parliament till Feb 07,1/26/2024,Political News,Prorogued with effect from midnight Jan 26,Sri Lanka President prorogues parliament till Feb 07 Prorogued with effect from midnight Jan 26,positive,0.564663887
Sri Lanka President invites party leaders for 'collective dialogue' with IMF,1/26/2024,Economic Crisis,Speak now or forever hold your peace,Sri Lanka President invites party leaders for 'collective dialogue' with IMF Speak now or forever hold your peace,positive,0.979701281
Sri Lanka should export chocolates: President,1/26/2024,Agriculture,"Sri Lankan chocolates could become ""a world-class product"", as there were limitations for expansion within the country,","Sri Lanka should export chocolates: President Sri Lankan chocolates could become ""a world-class product"", as there were limitations for expansion within the country,",positive,0.975962758
Sri Lanka's Regnis and Singer Industries shares cease trading,1/26/2024,Merger & Acquisition,The two companies will merge with parent company Singer (Sri Lanka) Plc.,Sri Lanka's Regnis and Singer Industries shares cease trading The two companies will merge with parent company Singer (Sri Lanka) Plc.,negative,-0.99751246
"Sri Lanka's ACE Embilipitiya, ACE Matara power contracts to expire in Feb 24",1/26/2024,Energy,Uma Oya and the open cycle part of a combined cycle to come on stream in 2024,"Sri Lanka's ACE Embilipitiya, ACE Matara power contracts to expire in Feb 24 Uma Oya and the open cycle part of a combined cycle to come on stream in 2024",positive,0.993623078
Sri Lanka railway station in the dark for nonpayment of electricity bill,1/26/2024,Uncategorized,"The unsettled bill had amounted to 78,080 rupees.","Sri Lanka railway station in the dark for nonpayment of electricity bill The unsettled bill had amounted to 78,080 rupees.",negative,-0.993940473
Sri Lanka can employ 'ed tech' to make education more equitable: study,1/26/2024,Education,Ed tech is the use of technology in education to facilitate the teaching and learning processes.,Sri Lanka can employ 'ed tech' to make education more equitable: study Ed tech is the use of technology in education to facilitate the teaching and learning processes.,positive,0.974799871
Sri Lanka to host UN FAO's 37th regional conference for Asia Pacific,1/26/2024,Agriculture,Civil society organisations from Asia and the Pacific are expected to take part in this major multilateral conference.,Sri Lanka to host UN FAO's 37th regional conference for Asia Pacific Civil society organisations from Asia and the Pacific are expected to take part in this major multilateral conference.,positive,0.996941268
Sri Lanka to amend penal code to criminalise rape of young boys,1/26/2024,Crime,"The country is also looking to close loopholes in the law on the rape of females, the Cabinet of Ministers decided","Sri Lanka to amend penal code to criminalise rape of young boys The country is also looking to close loopholes in the law on the rape of females, the Cabinet of Ministers decided",negative,-0.98328191
Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 317.10/40 to the US dollar,1/26/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 317.10/40 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields were broadly steady, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 317.10/40 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 317.10/40 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields were broadly steady, dealers said.",negative,-0.948445082
Sri Lanka's Hela Apparel buys UK-based Focus Brands,1/26/2024,Apparel,Focus Brands will form the basis for the organisation’s new brand licensing division,Sri Lanka's Hela Apparel buys UK-based Focus Brands Focus Brands will form the basis for the organisation’s new brand licensing division,negative,-0.964704037
Sri Lanka cabinet gives ok to sign Thailand FTA,1/26/2024,Economy,A complete FTA of 14 chapters prepared,Sri Lanka cabinet gives ok to sign Thailand FTA A complete FTA of 14 chapters prepared,negative,-0.804566026
US expresses concern over Sri Lanka law to police online discourse,1/25/2024,Legal,The U.S. urges Sri Lanka to prioritize transparency and ensure any legislation does not stifle the voices of its people,US expresses concern over Sri Lanka law to police online discourse The U.S. urges Sri Lanka to prioritize transparency and ensure any legislation does not stifle the voices of its people,positive,0.680116177
Sri Lanka workers in Maldives turn to Undiyal as banks limit dollars: legislator,1/25/2024,Economy,"There are people getting 1,000 to 3,000 dollars a month  but they can send only 250 dollars or 300 back","Sri Lanka workers in Maldives turn to Undiyal as banks limit dollars: legislator There are people getting 1,000 to 3,000 dollars a month  but they can send only 250 dollars or 300 back",negative,-0.995451629
Pandemonium as opposition says Sri Lanka online law changes not in line with SC order,1/24/2024,Legal,This is a very serious matter,Pandemonium as opposition says Sri Lanka online law changes not in line with SC order This is a very serious matter,negative,-0.991358519
Sri Lanka parliament passes online speech law despite opposition,1/24/2024,Legal,"108 MPs voted for and 62 voted against the bill, with amendments.","Sri Lanka parliament passes online speech law despite opposition 108 MPs voted for and 62 voted against the bill, with amendments.",positive,0.500725925
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 318.10/40 to the US dollar,1/24/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 318.10/40 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 318.10/40 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 318.10/40 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999435961
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, JKH trades push turnover",1/24/2024,Markets,"Mixed sentiments on the Colombo Stock Exchange Wednesday, as ASPI closed down, but the more liquid S&P SL20 closed up","Sri Lanka stocks close down, JKH trades push turnover Mixed sentiments on the Colombo Stock Exchange Wednesday, as ASPI closed down, but the more liquid S&P SL20 closed up",negative,-0.996214688
Asia Internet Coalition refutes Sri Lanka Minister’s Online Safety Bill claims,1/24/2024,ICT,"The Bill, in its current form, would undermine potential growth and FDI into Sri Lanka’s digital economy","Asia Internet Coalition refutes Sri Lanka Minister’s Online Safety Bill claims The Bill, in its current form, would undermine potential growth and FDI into Sri Lanka’s digital economy",negative,-0.998828828
"In Sri Lanka, snitches will get riches",1/24/2024,Crime,"Sri Lanka Police will offer cash rewards from 10,000 to 250,000 to informants in their Operation Yukthiya","In Sri Lanka, snitches will get riches Sri Lanka Police will offer cash rewards from 10,000 to 250,000 to informants in their Operation Yukthiya",negative,-0.960986078
Sri Lanka Kapruka buys USA subsidiary,1/24/2024,Merger & Acquisition,"Acquired 100% ownership of Kapruka USA LLC, incorporated in the United States of America, at a value of #100","Sri Lanka Kapruka buys USA subsidiary Acquired 100% ownership of Kapruka USA LLC, incorporated in the United States of America, at a value of #100",positive,0.858628869
Sri Lanka online bill will kill democratic rights in election year: Sajith,1/24/2024,Legal,Controversial bill on controlling online publications an attempt to curb freedom of speech of public in election year,Sri Lanka online bill will kill democratic rights in election year: Sajith Controversial bill on controlling online publications an attempt to curb freedom of speech of public in election year,negative,-0.991463959
Sri Lanka micro-finance bill challenged by community organizations,1/24/2024,Finance,"Concerns have been raised about ""predatory lending""","Sri Lanka micro-finance bill challenged by community organizations Concerns have been raised about ""predatory lending""",negative,-0.977104127
Sri Lanka ponders use of national identity card number for tax registration,1/24/2024,Fiscal,"""This way, people can register for taxation using their existing NIC number,"" he said.","Sri Lanka ponders use of national identity card number for tax registration ""This way, people can register for taxation using their existing NIC number,"" he said.",negative,-0.989280999
"Rulers trying to curb freedom of online speech, after bankrupting Sri Lanka: opposition",1/24/2024,Legal,"Sri Lanka's rulers are trying to curb the freedom of speech of people after bankrupting the country, opposition says","Rulers trying to curb freedom of online speech, after bankrupting Sri Lanka: opposition Sri Lanka's rulers are trying to curb the freedom of speech of people after bankrupting the country, opposition says",negative,-0.996347606
90 pct of military-held land in Sri Lanka's east already returned: official,1/24/2024,Politics,"""The forces have only 7,379 acres under their control now.""","90 pct of military-held land in Sri Lanka's east already returned: official ""The forces have only 7,379 acres under their control now.""",negative,-0.997512937
"Sri Lanka to certify, regulate RAC and MAC technicians",1/24/2024,Employment,NVQ will be introduced by PUCSL for technicians who do not have a recognized professional qualification now.,"Sri Lanka to certify, regulate RAC and MAC technicians NVQ will be introduced by PUCSL for technicians who do not have a recognized professional qualification now.",negative,-0.987275004
"Japan, UN Women support 600 women-led micro enterprises in Sri Lanka",1/24/2024,Economy,"The project supports women-led micro-enterprises in Ampara, Colombo, Moneragala, Mullaitivu and Vavuniya.","Japan, UN Women support 600 women-led micro enterprises in Sri Lanka The project supports women-led micro-enterprises in Ampara, Colombo, Moneragala, Mullaitivu and Vavuniya.",positive,0.995494962
Sri Lanka central bank does not need govt capital yet: Governor,1/24/2024,Economy,I think there is no need for us to seek recapitalization at this point,Sri Lanka central bank does not need govt capital yet: Governor I think there is no need for us to seek recapitalization at this point,positive,0.990777969
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 319.15/30 to the US dollar,1/24/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 319.15/30 to the US dollar on Wednesday late morning trade, while bond yields were low...","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 319.15/30 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 319.15/30 to the US dollar on Wednesday late morning trade, while bond yields were low...",negative,-0.997449458
Sri Lanka inflation to top 6.0-pct in early 2023: CB Governor,1/24/2024,Economy,In the first couple of months there will be a some increase just above the middle path,Sri Lanka inflation to top 6.0-pct in early 2023: CB Governor In the first couple of months there will be a some increase just above the middle path,positive,0.883331478
"Google, Facebook could close up operations in Sri Lanka after OSB: Opposition MP",1/23/2024,ICT,"""Once this law is introduced, they will review the offences they would be accused of and most likely close up""","Google, Facebook could close up operations in Sri Lanka after OSB: Opposition MP ""Once this law is introduced, they will review the offences they would be accused of and most likely close up""",negative,-0.992925167
Sri Lanka CB warns against using personal bank accounts for business,1/23/2024,Banking,CB considering legal action against registered limited liability companies using personal bank accounts for tax evasion,Sri Lanka CB warns against using personal bank accounts for business CB considering legal action against registered limited liability companies using personal bank accounts for tax evasion,negative,-0.987304866
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields fall across maturities,1/23/2024,Bonds & Forex,Strong demand for 6-month bills,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields fall across maturities Strong demand for 6-month bills,negative,-0.996603012
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields fall across maturities,1/23/2024,Bonds & Forex,Strong demand for 6-month bills,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields fall across maturities Strong demand for 6-month bills,negative,-0.996603012
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 319.80/95 to the US dollar,1/23/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee appreciated further to close at 319.80/95 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields dow...","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 319.80/95 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee appreciated further to close at 319.80/95 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields dow...",negative,-0.98530072
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, JKH drives turnover",1/23/2024,Uncategorized,"Trading in John Keells Holdings Plc, contributed the most (210mn) to the day's turnover","Sri Lanka stocks close down, JKH drives turnover Trading in John Keells Holdings Plc, contributed the most (210mn) to the day's turnover",negative,-0.913263559
Sri Lanka CB seeks explanation from banks which have not cut loan rates fast,1/23/2024,Banking,"""There are a lot of banks that have reduced, but not to the extent that we hoped. We are closely monitoring the banks""","Sri Lanka CB seeks explanation from banks which have not cut loan rates fast ""There are a lot of banks that have reduced, but not to the extent that we hoped. We are closely monitoring the banks""",negative,-0.970082164
"Sri Lanka, Elite discuss training private security providers for employment abroad",1/23/2024,Migrant workers,UK-based private security service provider discusses training centre aimed at foreign employment opportunities,"Sri Lanka, Elite discuss training private security providers for employment abroad UK-based private security service provider discusses training centre aimed at foreign employment opportunities",positive,0.897577167
Sri Lanka widens welfare benefits scheme,1/23/2024,Government services,"2,000 rupee monthly allowance to be given to institutionalized persons","Sri Lanka widens welfare benefits scheme 2,000 rupee monthly allowance to be given to institutionalized persons",positive,0.626102507
Sri Lanka parliament votes to go ahead with Online Safety bill amid opposition,1/23/2024,Free Speech,The debate is currently under way.,Sri Lanka parliament votes to go ahead with Online Safety bill amid opposition The debate is currently under way.,negative,-0.922666013
SriLankan Aviation College made IATA training partner,1/23/2024,Aviation,"College plans to produce aviation professionals, not only within Sri Lanka, but also within the region.","SriLankan Aviation College made IATA training partner College plans to produce aviation professionals, not only within Sri Lanka, but also within the region.",positive,0.988771737
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 319.85/320.10 to the US dollar,1/23/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 319.85/320.10 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 319.85/320.10 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 319.85/320.10 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady",positive,0.996911347
Sri Lanka plans tourist promotional campaign from March,1/23/2024,Tourism,"A 1.5 billion rupee promotional campaign in 11 key markets to boost arrivals, ","Sri Lanka plans tourist promotional campaign from March A 1.5 billion rupee promotional campaign in 11 key markets to boost arrivals, ",positive,0.845115244
"Sri Lanka keeps policy rates unchanged, CB wants market interest to fall",1/23/2024,Economy,Any price increases from VAT to be short-lived,"Sri Lanka keeps policy rates unchanged, CB wants market interest to fall Any price increases from VAT to be short-lived",negative,-0.982592106
"Despite economic recovery, more Sri Lankan doctors want to leave for better pay, kids' future",1/22/2024,Health,"Up to 3,000 doctors have registered for foreign qualifying examinations: Health Minister ","Despite economic recovery, more Sri Lankan doctors want to leave for better pay, kids' future Up to 3,000 doctors have registered for foreign qualifying examinations: Health Minister ",negative,-0.987954736
Sri Lanka energy minister ready for CEB employees quitting,1/22/2024,Energy,CEB management to accept resignations of any individual without hesitation and to recover all dues ,Sri Lanka energy minister ready for CEB employees quitting CEB management to accept resignations of any individual without hesitation and to recover all dues ,negative,-0.902907848
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 319.90/320.05 to the US dollar,1/22/2024,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 319.90/320.05 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady.","Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 319.90/320.05 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 319.90/320.05 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady.",positive,0.993351281
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, Windforce pushes turnover",1/22/2024,Markets,Turnover was at better than preceding days at 978 million. ,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, Windforce pushes turnover Turnover was at better than preceding days at 978 million. ",negative,-0.993222952
Imad Fakhoury appointed IFC South Asia regional director,1/22/2024,People,Private sector investment is key to achieving South Asia’s development goals,Imad Fakhoury appointed IFC South Asia regional director Private sector investment is key to achieving South Asia’s development goals,positive,0.99921298
Dasun Perera appointed Chief Executive of Senfin Securities,1/22/2024,People,"Dasun Perera appointed Chief Executive at Senfin Securities Limited, which is affiliated to Senkadagala Finance.","Dasun Perera appointed Chief Executive of Senfin Securities Dasun Perera appointed Chief Executive at Senfin Securities Limited, which is affiliated to Senkadagala Finance.",positive,0.978720427
"EDB, JICA to promote Sri Lanka ICT companies in Japanese market",1/22/2024,ICT,To assist 30 SME ICT/BPM companies and tech startups over a two-year period,"EDB, JICA to promote Sri Lanka ICT companies in Japanese market To assist 30 SME ICT/BPM companies and tech startups over a two-year period",positive,0.978809059
Sri Lanka's main opposition files petition against anti-terrorism bill,1/22/2024,Politics,The MP said the proposed bill is a threat to Sri Lanka's opposition parties and to democracy itself.,Sri Lanka's main opposition files petition against anti-terrorism bill The MP said the proposed bill is a threat to Sri Lanka's opposition parties and to democracy itself.,negative,-0.996338606
M A Sumanthiran offers full support to new Sri Lanka ITAK leader Sritharan,1/22/2024,Politics,"""I'd like to extend my fullest support to Sridaran who was democratically elected as party leader,"" he said.","M A Sumanthiran offers full support to new Sri Lanka ITAK leader Sritharan ""I'd like to extend my fullest support to Sridaran who was democratically elected as party leader,"" he said.",positive,0.999506712
Sri Lanka’s Softlogic Finance to raise Rs2.5bn from shareholders,1/22/2024,Markets,"Company seeking to increase issued capital by Rs 2,512,994,563.20, by way of a rights issue to the existing shareholders","Sri Lanka’s Softlogic Finance to raise Rs2.5bn from shareholders Company seeking to increase issued capital by Rs 2,512,994,563.20, by way of a rights issue to the existing shareholders",negative,-0.977933288
Sri Lanka minor opposition party leader among five shot dead,1/22/2024,Politics,One of the victims was leader of the Ape Jana Bala party Saman Perera.,Sri Lanka minor opposition party leader among five shot dead One of the victims was leader of the Ape Jana Bala party Saman Perera.,negative,-0.987047732
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 320.00/25 to the US dollar,1/22/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 320.00/25 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 320.00/25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 320.00/25 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady.",positive,0.999035478
"Sri Lanka is recovering, but threats from central bank, US policy",1/22/2024,Bellwether,At the moment the central bank is providing monetary stability seen in the exchange rate and inflation,"Sri Lanka is recovering, but threats from central bank, US policy At the moment the central bank is providing monetary stability seen in the exchange rate and inflation",negative,-0.993182838
Sri Lanka coconut auction price up 1.9-pct,1/21/2024,Agriculture,Prices pick up after a 14-pct fall over three weeks,Sri Lanka coconut auction price up 1.9-pct Prices pick up after a 14-pct fall over three weeks,negative,-0.990543962
"Sri Lanka interest rate volatility, instability, big challenges: bankers",1/21/2024,Banking,People ask 'what's the year end exchange rate or interest rate? It is something that you don't want to even guess at,"Sri Lanka interest rate volatility, instability, big challenges: bankers People ask 'what's the year end exchange rate or interest rate? It is something that you don't want to even guess at",positive,0.869839966
Sri Lanka tea prices fall across elevations,1/20/2024,Business,Tea prices ease after 7 weeks of gains,Sri Lanka tea prices fall across elevations Tea prices ease after 7 weeks of gains,negative,-0.995227218
"Sri Lanka, Nepal discuss MP exchange programme",1/20/2024,Offbeat,Proposal made to facilitate exchange program for Members of Parliament to study parliamentary affairs of both countries,"Sri Lanka, Nepal discuss MP exchange programme Proposal made to facilitate exchange program for Members of Parliament to study parliamentary affairs of both countries",positive,0.836994708
Sri Lanka minister tells CEB to recover Rs12bn loans given to employees,1/20/2024,Energy,Any services that can be outsourced in the future to be more efficient and reduce cost.,Sri Lanka minister tells CEB to recover Rs12bn loans given to employees Any services that can be outsourced in the future to be more efficient and reduce cost.,negative,-0.991397858
Sri Lanka top doctor seeks equality in healthcare,1/20/2024,Op-ed/Special Reports,He urged fellow doctors to ensure a change of attitude to end discrimination by educating other health care staff,Sri Lanka top doctor seeks equality in healthcare He urged fellow doctors to ensure a change of attitude to end discrimination by educating other health care staff,positive,0.984501779
IMF expects Sri Lanka to reach private creditor deal by next review,1/20/2024,Economy, And it's really important for that process to be completed soon,IMF expects Sri Lanka to reach private creditor deal by next review  And it's really important for that process to be completed soon,negative,-0.832151055
Sri Lanka’s President tells NAM to oppose big power rivalry and coercion,1/19/2024,International Relations,Free trade and economic integration is being reversed by policy driven rise of trade protectionism,Sri Lanka’s President tells NAM to oppose big power rivalry and coercion Free trade and economic integration is being reversed by policy driven rise of trade protectionism,positive,0.983801067
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 320.20/40 to the US dollar,1/19/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 320.20/40 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 320.20/40 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 320.20/40 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.",positive,0.992358744
Sri Lanka stocks close down for second week,1/19/2024,Uncategorized,"The energy industry (111mn) saw the most investor interest, mainly due to trading of Lanka IOC Plc (down at 98.20). ","Sri Lanka stocks close down for second week The energy industry (111mn) saw the most investor interest, mainly due to trading of Lanka IOC Plc (down at 98.20). ",negative,-0.997833669
Sri Lanka consumer confidence improves marginally in December 2023: survey,1/19/2024,Economy,"Regardless of the increase, the IHP said, all three indices remain at pessimistic levels.","Sri Lanka consumer confidence improves marginally in December 2023: survey Regardless of the increase, the IHP said, all three indices remain at pessimistic levels.",positive,0.783136487
Sri Lanka to resume work on 600 roads from Feb,1/19/2024,Construction and Real Estate,Until the debt restructuring process is completed road constructions were halted,Sri Lanka to resume work on 600 roads from Feb Until the debt restructuring process is completed road constructions were halted,negative,-0.996324956
"Wrapping up Sri Lanka external debt deals critical, property tax needed: IMF",1/19/2024,Economy,"called to speed up a ""progressive property tax""","Wrapping up Sri Lanka external debt deals critical, property tax needed: IMF called to speed up a ""progressive property tax""",negative,-0.966450512
Sri Lanka reiterates support for Gaza at NAM,1/19/2024,Human Rights,Sri Lanka stands with people of Palestine and will continue to support them in quest to realize Statehood,Sri Lanka reiterates support for Gaza at NAM Sri Lanka stands with people of Palestine and will continue to support them in quest to realize Statehood,positive,0.999032497
Sri Lanka seeks UN help for Vesak celebrations,1/19/2024,Culture,Sri Lanka asks China for help in obtaining UN sponsorship of State Vesak festival.,Sri Lanka seeks UN help for Vesak celebrations Sri Lanka asks China for help in obtaining UN sponsorship of State Vesak festival.,negative,-0.992241144
Sri Lanka allocates Rs910mn for rural development in Matara,1/19/2024,Government services,910 million has been allocated to the Matara District through the budget for rural development programs for 2024,Sri Lanka allocates Rs910mn for rural development in Matara 910 million has been allocated to the Matara District through the budget for rural development programs for 2024,negative,-0.95522356
"Sri Lanka adds 300,000 more families to Aswesuma welfare scheme",1/19/2024,Government services,Back payments from July to December will be transferred to the bank accounts of the newly selected families,"Sri Lanka adds 300,000 more families to Aswesuma welfare scheme Back payments from July to December will be transferred to the bank accounts of the newly selected families",negative,-0.98969686
Sri Lanka Singer companies set for merger,1/19/2024,Merger & Acquisition,"Singer (Sri Lanka) Plc will merge with Singer Industries (Ceylon) Plc, and Regnis (Lanka) Plc.","Sri Lanka Singer companies set for merger Singer (Sri Lanka) Plc will merge with Singer Industries (Ceylon) Plc, and Regnis (Lanka) Plc.",negative,-0.975900471
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 320.60/321.00 to the US dollar,1/19/2024,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 320.60/321.00 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 320.60/321.00 to the US dollar  Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 320.60/321.00 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999492168
"Sri Lanka wages lowest in Asia-Oceania for managers, staff, Japan firms find",1/19/2024,Economy,"32.3% faced challenges with human resources, which was also the lowest percentage in the Asia-Oceania region","Sri Lanka wages lowest in Asia-Oceania for managers, staff, Japan firms find 32.3% faced challenges with human resources, which was also the lowest percentage in the Asia-Oceania region",negative,-0.99836272
Sri Lanka to have own e-NIC project amid privacy concerns over Indian deal,1/18/2024,Security,Sri Lanka has already disqualified the two Indian bidders under Indian-funded Unique ID project ,Sri Lanka to have own e-NIC project amid privacy concerns over Indian deal Sri Lanka has already disqualified the two Indian bidders under Indian-funded Unique ID project ,negative,-0.995987594
Sri Lanka Police Minister raps UN over anti-drug campaign concerns,1/18/2024,Crime,"Yukthiya operation has led to arrest nearly 39,000 people in 1 month - police","Sri Lanka Police Minister raps UN over anti-drug campaign concerns Yukthiya operation has led to arrest nearly 39,000 people in 1 month - police",negative,-0.985219717
Sri Lanka’s Laugfs Leisure delays public listing,1/18/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Laugfs Leisure unable to list on CSE, as it couldn't satisfy Rule 5.1.1 (c), its parent company said.","Sri Lanka’s Laugfs Leisure delays public listing Laugfs Leisure unable to list on CSE, as it couldn't satisfy Rule 5.1.1 (c), its parent company said.",negative,-0.998574615
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 320.70/90 to the US dollar,1/18/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 320.70/90 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 320.70/90 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 320.70/90 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999566615
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, as selling pressure in banks continues",1/18/2024,Markets,Turnover was low at 494 million. ,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, as selling pressure in banks continues Turnover was low at 494 million. ",negative,-0.999558032
Over 70-pct of Sri Lankan public unaware of Online Safety Bill: survey,1/18/2024,Legal,A majority expressed they are ignorant about proposed legislation - the Anti-Terrorism Act and Online Safety Bill,Over 70-pct of Sri Lankan public unaware of Online Safety Bill: survey A majority expressed they are ignorant about proposed legislation - the Anti-Terrorism Act and Online Safety Bill,negative,-0.994211376
Saudi Arabia lowers salary ceiling for Sri Lanka housemaids: report,1/18/2024,Employment,Saudi Arabia has cut the maximum limits for recruiting domestic labour services.,Saudi Arabia lowers salary ceiling for Sri Lanka housemaids: report Saudi Arabia has cut the maximum limits for recruiting domestic labour services.,negative,-0.986799836
IMF team meets Sri Lanka finance and energy ministers,1/18/2024,Debt Restructuring,"IMF team in Sri Lanka, headed by Peter Breuer, met with the country's state finance minister and energy minister","IMF team meets Sri Lanka finance and energy ministers IMF team in Sri Lanka, headed by Peter Breuer, met with the country's state finance minister and energy minister",positive,0.993705094
Nu Life Biotech to manufacture antibiotics in Sri Lanka,1/18/2024,Business,Nu Life Biotech started construction on Carbapenem injectables manufacturing facility at pharmaceutical production zone,Nu Life Biotech to manufacture antibiotics in Sri Lanka Nu Life Biotech started construction on Carbapenem injectables manufacturing facility at pharmaceutical production zone,negative,-0.954967439
Sri Lanka plans to draw higher spending tourists with Southern cultural events,1/18/2024,Tourism,We want to attract 2.5 high-end tourists spending 500 dollars as opposed to spending 200 dollars,Sri Lanka plans to draw higher spending tourists with Southern cultural events We want to attract 2.5 high-end tourists spending 500 dollars as opposed to spending 200 dollars,positive,0.98848778
Creative industries remain an untapped sector in Sri Lanka,1/18/2024,Op-ed/Special Reports,"They create employment, income, increase export earnings, promote innovation and contribute to societal wellbeing","Creative industries remain an untapped sector in Sri Lanka They create employment, income, increase export earnings, promote innovation and contribute to societal wellbeing",positive,0.999133527
Sri Lanka President invites Indian firms to privatization,1/18/2024,Investment,Wickremesinghe has invited Indian firms to invest in state enterprises being re-structured,Sri Lanka President invites Indian firms to privatization Wickremesinghe has invited Indian firms to invest in state enterprises being re-structured,positive,0.985724151
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 320.25/50 to the US dollar,1/18/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 320.25/50 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were down","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 320.25/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 320.25/50 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were down",negative,-0.999540448
"Sri Lanka tea production up 1.3-pct in 2023, exports down",1/18/2024,Agriculture,Tea exports were down by 8.2 million kilos to 241.9 million in 2023,"Sri Lanka tea production up 1.3-pct in 2023, exports down Tea exports were down by 8.2 million kilos to 241.9 million in 2023",negative,-0.997108161
"Sri Lanka budget revenues up 58-pct to October, domestic borrowings down",1/18/2024,Economy,The overall budget deficit and domestic borrowings were down from last year,"Sri Lanka budget revenues up 58-pct to October, domestic borrowings down The overall budget deficit and domestic borrowings were down from last year",negative,-0.997501075
Sri Lanka to issue on arrival driving license for foreigners from April: State Minister,1/17/2024,Economic Crisis,"Sri Lanka has been charging 30,000 rupees from foreigners for driving license under one-day service ","Sri Lanka to issue on arrival driving license for foreigners from April: State Minister Sri Lanka has been charging 30,000 rupees from foreigners for driving license under one-day service ",negative,-0.978756666
Sri Lanka seeks investor interest to sell Litro Gas,1/17/2024,Economy,Litro Gas Terminal also offered,Sri Lanka seeks investor interest to sell Litro Gas Litro Gas Terminal also offered,negative,-0.968384981
Sri Lanka agriculture to go high tech with 100 drones,1/17/2024,Agriculture,"Agriculture Sector Skills Council, a private sector professional body, handed over 100 agricultural drones","Sri Lanka agriculture to go high tech with 100 drones Agriculture Sector Skills Council, a private sector professional body, handed over 100 agricultural drones",positive,0.936818182
"Sri Lanka's tuk tuk drivers to be registered, issued QR code",1/17/2024,Employment,A database containing details of tuk tuk (three-wheeler) drivers will be introduced and drivers will be issued a QR code,"Sri Lanka's tuk tuk drivers to be registered, issued QR code A database containing details of tuk tuk (three-wheeler) drivers will be introduced and drivers will be issued a QR code",negative,-0.931566179
Sri Lanka 3-month T-bill yield down 36bp,1/17/2024,Bonds & Forex,All offered Rs95bn bills sold,Sri Lanka 3-month T-bill yield down 36bp All offered Rs95bn bills sold,negative,-0.994693935
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 320.90/321.10 to the US dollar,1/17/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at xxx to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were slightly down.","Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 320.90/321.10 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at xxx to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were slightly down.",negative,-0.999165416
"Sri Lanka’s DMT to end backlog in issuing 865,000 licenses for temporary holders by Oct 2024",1/17/2024,Autos,Sri Lanka suspended printing laminated driving licenses after severe dollar shortages amid economic crisis,"Sri Lanka’s DMT to end backlog in issuing 865,000 licenses for temporary holders by Oct 2024 Sri Lanka suspended printing laminated driving licenses after severe dollar shortages amid economic crisis",negative,-0.997507036
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, driven by banks",1/17/2024,Commodities,Investors continued to avoid banking sector shares and several top bank shares saw selling pressure,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, driven by banks Investors continued to avoid banking sector shares and several top bank shares saw selling pressure",negative,-0.998392522
Sri Lanka cinnamon farmers GI-certified with IFC support,1/17/2024,Agriculture,The IFC recognized the first batch of Geographical Indication (GI) certified Ceylon Cinnamon growers in the country,Sri Lanka cinnamon farmers GI-certified with IFC support The IFC recognized the first batch of Geographical Indication (GI) certified Ceylon Cinnamon growers in the country,positive,0.988045514
Sri Lanka EDB signs World Fair Trade Network cooperation framework,1/17/2024,Trade,"Framework to promote development, diversification and wider market access of fair trade products from Sri Lanka","Sri Lanka EDB signs World Fair Trade Network cooperation framework Framework to promote development, diversification and wider market access of fair trade products from Sri Lanka",positive,0.992743254
"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services expand in Dec in festive demand: PMI",1/17/2024,Economy,Festival demand and tourist arrivals drive activity,"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services expand in Dec in festive demand: PMI Festival demand and tourist arrivals drive activity",positive,0.997160196
"Sri Lanka ministers meet health unions over 35,000 rupee demand",1/17/2024,Employment,"Several health sector unions struck work demanding a 35,000 rupee allowance given to doctors.","Sri Lanka ministers meet health unions over 35,000 rupee demand Several health sector unions struck work demanding a 35,000 rupee allowance given to doctors.",negative,-0.989912808
"Sri Lanka president, business community seek FDI and PPP in Switzerland",1/17/2024,Investment,"Opportunities for investments in energy, agriculture, tourism, IT and infrastructure through public-private partnerships","Sri Lanka president, business community seek FDI and PPP in Switzerland Opportunities for investments in energy, agriculture, tourism, IT and infrastructure through public-private partnerships",positive,0.983641267
"Sri Lanka discusses economic ties, EDR with India envoy",1/17/2024,International Relations,Discussions on economic partnerships and progress on debt restructuring process,"Sri Lanka discusses economic ties, EDR with India envoy Discussions on economic partnerships and progress on debt restructuring process",positive,0.998621702
Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 321.20/40 to the US dollar,1/17/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 321.20/40 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 321.20/40 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 321.20/40 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.",positive,0.98951894
P R A S Gunawardana designated new Sri Lanka envoy to Maldives,1/17/2024,Government services,Sri Lanka Parliament's committee on high posts approved persons for top posts,P R A S Gunawardana designated new Sri Lanka envoy to Maldives Sri Lanka Parliament's committee on high posts approved persons for top posts,positive,0.989831924
Sri Lanka tea prices rise at second auction in 2024,1/17/2024,Agriculture,Weekly sale average was up 51.53 rupees,Sri Lanka tea prices rise at second auction in 2024 Weekly sale average was up 51.53 rupees,negative,-0.795964599
Sri Lanka Ambuluwawa tourist project to attract thrill seekers,1/16/2024,Tourism,Ambuluwawa Biodiversity Center will be developed as a tourist zone with opportunities for adventure sports,Sri Lanka Ambuluwawa tourist project to attract thrill seekers Ambuluwawa Biodiversity Center will be developed as a tourist zone with opportunities for adventure sports,positive,0.999145865
Sri Lanka IOC unit profits down 63-pct in Dec23,1/16/2024,Energy,The firm reported earnings of 5.66 rupees per share for the quarter,Sri Lanka IOC unit profits down 63-pct in Dec23 The firm reported earnings of 5.66 rupees per share for the quarter,negative,-0.996775448
Invest in Sri Lanka renewable energy sector: President at Davos forum,1/16/2024,Energy,"""Investors venturing into this sector can anticipate a comprehensive and unwavering policy framework,"" ","Invest in Sri Lanka renewable energy sector: President at Davos forum ""Investors venturing into this sector can anticipate a comprehensive and unwavering policy framework,"" ",positive,0.994746864
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321.40/60 to the US dollar,1/16/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 321.40/60 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321.40/60 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 321.40/60 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.",positive,0.98886919
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, Ceylinco boosts turnover",1/16/2024,Commodities,Ceylinco Insurance Plc transaction contributed 767mn to the day's turnover of 1.5 billion.,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, Ceylinco boosts turnover Ceylinco Insurance Plc transaction contributed 767mn to the day's turnover of 1.5 billion.",positive,0.917741179
Sri Lanka opposition promises to repeal planned online speech law,1/16/2024,Legal,"""We'll introduce a new law""","Sri Lanka opposition promises to repeal planned online speech law ""We'll introduce a new law""",negative,-0.914243877
Sri Lanka working with foreign payment apps for QR payments,1/16/2024,Finance,Working with international payment aps to allow foreigners to make transaction through Lanka QR,Sri Lanka working with foreign payment apps for QR payments Working with international payment aps to allow foreigners to make transaction through Lanka QR,negative,-0.974151671
Sri Lanka to set aside Rs14bn for housing of estate workers,1/16/2024,Housing,"Government has allocated 14 billion rupees for people without homes in the plantations, ","Sri Lanka to set aside Rs14bn for housing of estate workers Government has allocated 14 billion rupees for people without homes in the plantations, ",negative,-0.946776569
"Sri Lanka exports dried fish products to Korea, Australia",1/16/2024,Fisheries,"Export-eager Sri Lanka sends 10,000kg of low-salt, high in fish oil dried fish and dried fish chips to Korea, Australia","Sri Lanka exports dried fish products to Korea, Australia Export-eager Sri Lanka sends 10,000kg of low-salt, high in fish oil dried fish and dried fish chips to Korea, Australia",negative,-0.954125464
Sri Lanka sees steep shipping cost rises amid Red Sea troubles,1/16/2024,Economy,"Import containers from East Asia had not gone up as much, so far","Sri Lanka sees steep shipping cost rises amid Red Sea troubles Import containers from East Asia had not gone up as much, so far",negative,-0.994672239
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 321.60/85 to the US dollar,1/16/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 321.60/85 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 321.60/85 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 321.60/85 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady",positive,0.994287193
Sri Lanka private credit expands in November,1/16/2024,Banking,"Since June, private credit has expanded 248 billion rupees","Sri Lanka private credit expands in November Since June, private credit has expanded 248 billion rupees",positive,0.997999489
"Regional rivals China, India eye Sri Lanka Telecom",1/15/2024,ICT,China and India are both involved in Sri Lanka's port sector,"Regional rivals China, India eye Sri Lanka Telecom China and India are both involved in Sri Lanka's port sector",positive,0.98172611
"Sri Lanka rupee not a one-way bet, hedging instruments, deepening needed: CB Governor",1/15/2024,Economy,Wants hedging instruments to hedge exposures for businesses,"Sri Lanka rupee not a one-way bet, hedging instruments, deepening needed: CB Governor Wants hedging instruments to hedge exposures for businesses",negative,-0.992423773
"Sri Lanka revises import duties for 1,222 items under Singapore FTA",1/15/2024,Economy,Duties of up to 20-pct applied,"Sri Lanka revises import duties for 1,222 items under Singapore FTA Duties of up to 20-pct applied",negative,-0.95263958
Sri Lanka to have pricing formula for water: Minister,1/15/2024,General Services,Water price formula will be prepared by National Water Supply Board and the Asian Development Bank,Sri Lanka to have pricing formula for water: Minister Water price formula will be prepared by National Water Supply Board and the Asian Development Bank,negative,-0.989078343
"Sri Lanka labour ministry to import SUV, health double cabs",1/15/2024,Economy,SriLankan Airlines to import ramp coaches,"Sri Lanka labour ministry to import SUV, health double cabs SriLankan Airlines to import ramp coaches",negative,-0.968716025
Sri Lanka to clear barriers to yacht-based tourism,1/14/2024,Business,Sri Lanka wants to promote a range of marine linked tourism activitie,Sri Lanka to clear barriers to yacht-based tourism Sri Lanka wants to promote a range of marine linked tourism activitie,positive,0.989365578
Sri Lanka banks say their ISB restructure should be cushioned with SLDB model,1/14/2024,Banking,ISB restructuring is the single largest short-to-medium term issue the industry is having,Sri Lanka banks say their ISB restructure should be cushioned with SLDB model ISB restructuring is the single largest short-to-medium term issue the industry is having,negative,-0.998042822
Sri Lanka tea prices down 18-pct in 2023,1/14/2024,Business,"In US dollar terms, average tea prices fell to 3.63 a kilo,  or down 9.25 percent.","Sri Lanka tea prices down 18-pct in 2023 In US dollar terms, average tea prices fell to 3.63 a kilo,  or down 9.25 percent.",negative,-0.999489427
Sri Lanka has to pay costs of scrapping LRT to re-start Japan loans opposition says,1/14/2024,Economy,Japan halted its loan funded projects after Sri Lanka defaulted,Sri Lanka has to pay costs of scrapping LRT to re-start Japan loans opposition says Japan halted its loan funded projects after Sri Lanka defaulted,negative,-0.999324918
"Sri Lanka, the Wedding Isle",1/13/2024,Op-ed/Special Reports,Every wedding is special for participants and ordinary for the rest of the world.,"Sri Lanka, the Wedding Isle Every wedding is special for participants and ordinary for the rest of the world.",positive,0.999539137
IMF commends Sri Lanka’s progress in economic reforms,1/13/2024,Debt Restructuring,"""You’re collecting the revenue that’s needed to address the cause of the crisis""","IMF commends Sri Lanka’s progress in economic reforms ""You’re collecting the revenue that’s needed to address the cause of the crisis""",positive,0.998075485
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 14-pct in 2024,1/13/2024,Agriculture,Lower export demand from industry one reason for fall,Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 14-pct in 2024 Lower export demand from industry one reason for fall,negative,-0.998444855
"Sri Lanka UDA properties draw interest from China, Japan, Korea investors",1/12/2024,Business,Could draw investments five times the value of Rs21bn,"Sri Lanka UDA properties draw interest from China, Japan, Korea investors Could draw investments five times the value of Rs21bn",negative,-0.830741525
"Pettigo, India's Jio among investors interested in Sri Lanka Telecom",1/12/2024,Economy,.,"Pettigo, India's Jio among investors interested in Sri Lanka Telecom .",positive,0.908985555
"Sri Lanka urged on banking recapitalization, property tax by IMF mission",1/12/2024,Economy,Called for urgent preparations for property taxation,"Sri Lanka urged on banking recapitalization, property tax by IMF mission Called for urgent preparations for property taxation",negative,-0.91001755
Tourists' concerns will be addressed: Sri Lanka state minister,1/12/2024,Tourism,Projects to enhance tourist convenience in cultural sites,Tourists' concerns will be addressed: Sri Lanka state minister Projects to enhance tourist convenience in cultural sites,positive,0.951045752
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.10/20 to the US dollar,1/12/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.10/20 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields down.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.10/20 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.10/20 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields down.",negative,-0.999331772
Sri Lanka stocks close down for fifth consecutive day,1/12/2024,Commodities,"Turnover was lower than previous day at 567mn. Most of this came from trades in capital goods and food, bev and tobacco","Sri Lanka stocks close down for fifth consecutive day Turnover was lower than previous day at 567mn. Most of this came from trades in capital goods and food, bev and tobacco",negative,-0.997731626
Sri Lanka eyes canned fish import ban for greater rent seeking,1/12/2024,Business,"Fisheries minister Douglas Devananda had given instructions to ban imports of canned fish,","Sri Lanka eyes canned fish import ban for greater rent seeking Fisheries minister Douglas Devananda had given instructions to ban imports of canned fish,",negative,-0.995608985
Sri Lanka to slash red tape for film tourism,1/12/2024,Investment,Tourism Promotion Bureau will get fast approval for foreign producers who want to use island as a location,Sri Lanka to slash red tape for film tourism Tourism Promotion Bureau will get fast approval for foreign producers who want to use island as a location,positive,0.91530925
Add value to natural resources and export them: Sri Lanka environment minister,1/12/2024,Environment,"Sri Lanka should add value to natural resources and export them, and not just as raw materials, ","Add value to natural resources and export them: Sri Lanka environment minister Sri Lanka should add value to natural resources and export them, and not just as raw materials, ",positive,0.999138236
Japan Finance Minister discusses resumption of stalled projects,1/12/2024,Business,"Future collaborations in IT, maritime-security, resumption of stalled projects, finalization of debt restructuring","Japan Finance Minister discusses resumption of stalled projects Future collaborations in IT, maritime-security, resumption of stalled projects, finalization of debt restructuring",positive,0.919172585
Sri Lanka committed to regional stability President tells Middle East ambassadors,1/12/2024,Human Rights,Government committed to safeguarding freedom of navigation and ensuring minimal adverse impact on Sri Lanka economy,Sri Lanka committed to regional stability President tells Middle East ambassadors Government committed to safeguarding freedom of navigation and ensuring minimal adverse impact on Sri Lanka economy,positive,0.990842462
Sri Lanka discussing program targets with IMF staff mission,1/12/2024,Economy,It is kind of a fact finding or technical mission,Sri Lanka discussing program targets with IMF staff mission It is kind of a fact finding or technical mission,negative,-0.93711549
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322.10/25 to the US dollar,1/12/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 322.10/25 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322.10/25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 322.10/25 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.",positive,0.997017503
Sri Lanka talking to IMF team to drop VAT from travel firms,1/12/2024,Economy,The biggest danger is if they start opening off-shore accounts,Sri Lanka talking to IMF team to drop VAT from travel firms The biggest danger is if they start opening off-shore accounts,negative,-0.99751991
Sri Lanka marinas to entice rich Indians to park yachts: Minister,1/11/2024,Business,They can fly their private jets into Mattala or Koggala and take their yachts,Sri Lanka marinas to entice rich Indians to park yachts: Minister They can fly their private jets into Mattala or Koggala and take their yachts,positive,0.995924592
No tax concessions that favour selected few: Sri Lanka president tells gem industry,1/11/2024,Business,"While tax relief has been a customary request, merely granting concessions without sectoral growth is inadequate","No tax concessions that favour selected few: Sri Lanka president tells gem industry While tax relief has been a customary request, merely granting concessions without sectoral growth is inadequate",negative,-0.998598874
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.55/65 to the US dollar,1/11/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at xx to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly stable.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.55/65 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at xx to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly stable.",positive,0.998552859
"Sri Lanka sells Rs115bn in 2026, 2030 bonds",1/11/2024,Bonds & Forex,All offered 2026 and 2028 bonds sold,"Sri Lanka sells Rs115bn in 2026, 2030 bonds All offered 2026 and 2028 bonds sold",positive,0.59056288
Sri Lanka Navy sees first batch of lady cadets,1/11/2024,Defence,Commitment to diversity and inclusion as 3 female officer cadets join executive branch of the Sri Lanka Navy,Sri Lanka Navy sees first batch of lady cadets Commitment to diversity and inclusion as 3 female officer cadets join executive branch of the Sri Lanka Navy,positive,0.99701643
Sri Lanka stocks close down on thin volumes,1/11/2024,Commodities,"Turnover was at 668 million. Most of this came from trades in the food, beverage and tobacco industry (145mn).","Sri Lanka stocks close down on thin volumes Turnover was at 668 million. Most of this came from trades in the food, beverage and tobacco industry (145mn).",negative,-0.995940089
Sri Lanka's state bus services to go QR in two months to save billions in losses,1/11/2024,Transport,"""You know the problems that crop up when you try to do something new with the SLTB,"" he said.","Sri Lanka's state bus services to go QR in two months to save billions in losses ""You know the problems that crop up when you try to do something new with the SLTB,"" he said.",negative,-0.998843551
Tighter rules for Sri Lanka's gov employees after allowance increase,1/11/2024,Government services,"Circular mandates that employees be courteous in providing services, and answer phones","Tighter rules for Sri Lanka's gov employees after allowance increase Circular mandates that employees be courteous in providing services, and answer phones",negative,-0.914106011
Sri Lanka to provide books to school students at discount,1/11/2024,Education,State Printing Corporation has arranged for books to be provided at a 30 percent discount to students,Sri Lanka to provide books to school students at discount State Printing Corporation has arranged for books to be provided at a 30 percent discount to students,negative,-0.964721799
Sri Lanka UDA to finalise investment for 22 development projects,1/11/2024,Construction and Real Estate,Another 5 projects are in clearance.,Sri Lanka UDA to finalise investment for 22 development projects Another 5 projects are in clearance.,negative,-0.973078132
Sri Lanka banks to set up business revival units: CB Governor,1/11/2024,Banking,"Business Revival Units in licensed banks to strengthen their role in the recovery of businesses, SMEs, corporates","Sri Lanka banks to set up business revival units: CB Governor Business Revival Units in licensed banks to strengthen their role in the recovery of businesses, SMEs, corporates",positive,0.992885411
Sri Lanka to formulate third national action plan for open government partnership,1/11/2024,Politics,"The OGP is a multilateral platform that operates through collaboration between governments, civil society and citizens.","Sri Lanka to formulate third national action plan for open government partnership The OGP is a multilateral platform that operates through collaboration between governments, civil society and citizens.",positive,0.999198496
Britain's Princess Anne meets Sri Lanka president,1/11/2024,International Relations,Britain's Princess Anne is on a three-day official visit to Sri Lanka,Britain's Princess Anne meets Sri Lanka president Britain's Princess Anne is on a three-day official visit to Sri Lanka,positive,0.996546686
Sri Lanka's Distilleries acquires HEINEKEN,1/11/2024,Merger & Acquisition,"The company will continue brewing beer under brands Heineken, Tiger, and Anchor under Trademark Licence Agreement","Sri Lanka's Distilleries acquires HEINEKEN The company will continue brewing beer under brands Heineken, Tiger, and Anchor under Trademark Licence Agreement",positive,0.987032413
CPA flags two bills that could impact Sri Lanka's reconciliation efforts,1/11/2024,Politics,"The structures of the two bills fall short of the island nation's international obligations, CPA said.","CPA flags two bills that could impact Sri Lanka's reconciliation efforts The structures of the two bills fall short of the island nation's international obligations, CPA said.",negative,-0.993889093
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322.80/90 to the US dollar,1/11/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 322.80/90 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322.80/90 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 322.80/90 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.",positive,0.996912837
Sri Lanka gets 10 applications for casinos: Minister,1/11/2024,Economy,"Denies two licenses issued, including for Lotus Tower","Sri Lanka gets 10 applications for casinos: Minister Denies two licenses issued, including for Lotus Tower",negative,-0.991449177
Removing Sri Lanka's debt recovery laws will hurt SME loans: CB Governor,1/10/2024,Banking,"Removing parate execution powers and making it less easy to recover loans, will make it difficult for SMEs to get loans","Removing Sri Lanka's debt recovery laws will hurt SME loans: CB Governor Removing parate execution powers and making it less easy to recover loans, will make it difficult for SMEs to get loans",negative,-0.999466717
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.80/90 to the US dollar,1/10/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.80/90 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields steady.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.80/90 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.80/90 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields steady.",positive,0.995803535
Sri Lanka stocks close down on low investor interest,1/10/2024,Commodities,John Keells Holdings Plc was the most traded and closed up at 187.50.,Sri Lanka stocks close down on low investor interest John Keells Holdings Plc was the most traded and closed up at 187.50.,negative,-0.998052478
"Sri Lanka's EPF to go paperless, diversify portfolio for higher risk-adjusted returns",1/10/2024,Economy,"""Going forward, the EPF is committed to enhancing operational efficiency to deliver efficient and effective services.""","Sri Lanka's EPF to go paperless, diversify portfolio for higher risk-adjusted returns ""Going forward, the EPF is committed to enhancing operational efficiency to deliver efficient and effective services.""",positive,0.999021769
Sri Lanka CB to issue guidelines on state bank directors,1/10/2024,Banking,"Framework to be developed to strengthen governance of state banks, requiring their Boards to have independent members","Sri Lanka CB to issue guidelines on state bank directors Framework to be developed to strengthen governance of state banks, requiring their Boards to have independent members",positive,0.636953652
Sri Lanka’s Citrus Leisure plans to raise Rs1.5bn from shareholders,1/10/2024,Commodities,Proceeds to settle outstanding loans and to facilitate full subscription in Hikkaduwa Beach Resort rights issue,Sri Lanka’s Citrus Leisure plans to raise Rs1.5bn from shareholders Proceeds to settle outstanding loans and to facilitate full subscription in Hikkaduwa Beach Resort rights issue,negative,-0.925042093
"Sri Lanka eyes ""subsidiarisation of foreign banks"" in changes to banking law",1/10/2024,Banking,The Banking (Amendment) Bill is expected to be passed in Parliament in early 2024,"Sri Lanka eyes ""subsidiarisation of foreign banks"" in changes to banking law The Banking (Amendment) Bill is expected to be passed in Parliament in early 2024",positive,0.525404632
"UN, US partner with Sri Lanka for USD 9.2 Mn agriculture enhancement project",1/10/2024,Agriculture,"""USAID is funding the four-year extension of support to Sri Lankan paddy farmers, which will benefit 10,000 farmers.""","UN, US partner with Sri Lanka for USD 9.2 Mn agriculture enhancement project ""USAID is funding the four-year extension of support to Sri Lankan paddy farmers, which will benefit 10,000 farmers.""",positive,0.976397753
"Sri Lanka to review exchange controls, amend FX act",1/10/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka's Foreign Exchange Act will also be amended in early 2024.,"Sri Lanka to review exchange controls, amend FX act Sri Lanka's Foreign Exchange Act will also be amended in early 2024.",positive,0.616790831
Survey finds no impact of Sri Lanka's VAT hike on several essentials: official,1/10/2024,Economy,"""The market isn't as agitated about the VAT issue as much as parliament is,"" the state minister said.","Survey finds no impact of Sri Lanka's VAT hike on several essentials: official ""The market isn't as agitated about the VAT issue as much as parliament is,"" the state minister said.",negative,-0.998433292
"Sri Lanka to have single policy rate, OMO auction schedule : CB Governor",1/10/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka will reduce monetary policy meeting to six this year from the current eight,"Sri Lanka to have single policy rate, OMO auction schedule : CB Governor Sri Lanka will reduce monetary policy meeting to six this year from the current eight",negative,-0.992681324
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322.80/95 to the US dollar,1/10/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 322.80/95 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields steady.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322.80/95 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 322.80/95 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields steady.",positive,0.998375654
Sri Lanka sails in to the breach as ships by-pass Middle East over Houthi attacks,1/9/2024,Logistics,SLPA terminals have seen volumes rise as much as 80-pct,Sri Lanka sails in to the breach as ships by-pass Middle East over Houthi attacks SLPA terminals have seen volumes rise as much as 80-pct,negative,-0.971412599
Sri Lanka to set up new embassies amid economic crisis,1/9/2024,Economy,"In this financial crisis, approval was given to do it step by step, in phases","Sri Lanka to set up new embassies amid economic crisis In this financial crisis, approval was given to do it step by step, in phases",positive,0.97628206
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.50/70 to the US dollar,1/9/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.50/70 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly stable.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.50/70 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.50/70 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly stable.",positive,0.99603039
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, banking shares attract retail interest",1/9/2024,Markets,"Cargills Bank Limited, which started trading today, was the most traded and closed up at 8.1","Sri Lanka stocks close down, banking shares attract retail interest Cargills Bank Limited, which started trading today, was the most traded and closed up at 8.1",negative,-0.965998709
Sri Lanka's economic crisis forced people into second jobs: Survey,1/9/2024,Employment,Employed individuals encountered changes in their main job due to the economic crisis. ,Sri Lanka's economic crisis forced people into second jobs: Survey Employed individuals encountered changes in their main job due to the economic crisis. ,negative,-0.997064173
Sri Lanka's Bimputh Finance directors fined Rs1mn for annual report violation,1/9/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Bimputh Finance had failed to submit its annual report for the financial year ended March 31, 2022","Sri Lanka's Bimputh Finance directors fined Rs1mn for annual report violation Bimputh Finance had failed to submit its annual report for the financial year ended March 31, 2022",negative,-0.997844934
"Sri Lanka export investment zones in KKS, Trinco, Iranawila as PPPs",1/9/2024,Economy,ADB to give technical assistance,"Sri Lanka export investment zones in KKS, Trinco, Iranawila as PPPs ADB to give technical assistance",negative,-0.658021152
International Air Cargo Terminal to handle SriLankan aircraft at Japan's Narita,1/9/2024,Aviation,"Ground handling services for SriLankan Airlines aircraft at Narita Airport, in Tokyo, Japan, by International Air Cargo ","International Air Cargo Terminal to handle SriLankan aircraft at Japan's Narita Ground handling services for SriLankan Airlines aircraft at Narita Airport, in Tokyo, Japan, by International Air Cargo ",negative,-0.682234526
Sri Lanka opposition leader's petition on power tariffs a media stunt: minister,1/9/2024,Economy,Wijesekara said that the cabinet of ministers had decided to reduce electricity tariffs weeks before the petition.,Sri Lanka opposition leader's petition on power tariffs a media stunt: minister Wijesekara said that the cabinet of ministers had decided to reduce electricity tariffs weeks before the petition.,negative,-0.991219103
Sri Lanka to set up science & tech university in partnership with US counterpart,1/9/2024,Education,One of several US universities will be selected for the project as a partner university.,Sri Lanka to set up science & tech university in partnership with US counterpart One of several US universities will be selected for the project as a partner university.,positive,0.954469025
Sri Lanka power tariff cut proposal to CEB board after El Niño deluge,1/9/2024,Energy,After approval by the board the tariff cut proposal would be submitted to the Public Utility Commission,Sri Lanka power tariff cut proposal to CEB board after El Niño deluge After approval by the board the tariff cut proposal would be submitted to the Public Utility Commission,negative,-0.991555631
Sri Lanka UDA hopes to earn Rs21bn from land sales over three years: report,1/9/2024,Business,The land is available for under long-term lease for public private partnerships.,Sri Lanka UDA hopes to earn Rs21bn from land sales over three years: report The land is available for under long-term lease for public private partnerships.,negative,-0.97843802
"Sri Lanka to pay doctors Rs35,000 allowance from Jan",1/9/2024,Economy,All state workers to get Rs5000 from Jan,"Sri Lanka to pay doctors Rs35,000 allowance from Jan All state workers to get Rs5000 from Jan",negative,-0.960927427
"Sri Lanka to capture 500,000 out of one million ""evaders"" into tax net: official",1/9/2024,Fiscal,"""This adjustment aligns with the conditions of developed countries and promotes social justice.""","Sri Lanka to capture 500,000 out of one million ""evaders"" into tax net: official ""This adjustment aligns with the conditions of developed countries and promotes social justice.""",positive,0.993594229
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322.10/40 to the US dollar,1/9/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 322.10/40 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322.10/40 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 322.10/40 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said",negative,-0.97632128
Sri Lanka public debt edges up to 109-pct of GDP in 3Q 2023: analysis,1/9/2024,Economy,Outstanding dollar debt falls in the September quarter,Sri Lanka public debt edges up to 109-pct of GDP in 3Q 2023: analysis Outstanding dollar debt falls in the September quarter,negative,-0.995694757
France makes nuclear energy proposal to Sri Lanka: Minister,1/8/2024,Nuclear power,Discussed a proposal by EDF (Electricity De France) on nuclear energy and possible partnerships in the future,France makes nuclear energy proposal to Sri Lanka: Minister Discussed a proposal by EDF (Electricity De France) on nuclear energy and possible partnerships in the future,positive,0.987487316
Japan underlines need to ink official creditor MOUs as Sri Lanka seeks financing,1/8/2024,Economy,Discussed existing yen loans and future financing and technical support,Japan underlines need to ink official creditor MOUs as Sri Lanka seeks financing Discussed existing yen loans and future financing and technical support,negative,-0.992346168
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.40/50 to the US dollar,1/8/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.40/50 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.40/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.40/50 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.",negative,-0.992499173
Japan's Finance Minister Suzuki to visit Sri Lanka,1/8/2024,International Relations,Japan's Finance Minister Suzuki Shunichi will visit Sri Lanka on 11-12 January,Japan's Finance Minister Suzuki to visit Sri Lanka Japan's Finance Minister Suzuki Shunichi will visit Sri Lanka on 11-12 January,positive,0.998330176
Sri Lanka stocks close down amidst profit taking,1/8/2024,Commodities,The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Monday,Sri Lanka stocks close down amidst profit taking The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Monday,negative,-0.998648942
Sri Lanka’s coconuts could get hammered by El Nino: Minister,1/8/2024,Agriculture,Severe drought that would follow the excessive rain could impact the country’s coconut cultivation,Sri Lanka’s coconuts could get hammered by El Nino: Minister Severe drought that would follow the excessive rain could impact the country’s coconut cultivation,negative,-0.994747579
Sri Lanka to bring end to missing persons matter by 2025: President,1/8/2024,People,Committed to resolving land issue in  North and addressing missing persons’ matter before conclusion of 2025,Sri Lanka to bring end to missing persons matter by 2025: President Committed to resolving land issue in  North and addressing missing persons’ matter before conclusion of 2025,positive,0.975225031
Sri Lanka to resolve all war-related issues by 2025: president,1/8/2024,Politics,"""Engaging with the youth is crucial; their input, plans and ideas are essential for nation-building,"" he said.","Sri Lanka to resolve all war-related issues by 2025: president ""Engaging with the youth is crucial; their input, plans and ideas are essential for nation-building,"" he said.",positive,0.999315262
"Sri Lanka's palmyrah toddy sees demand from France, Canada, Dubai",1/8/2024,Agriculture,"Palmyrah toddy exports brought  in US$102,422 in 2023, according to the Palmyrah Development Board ","Sri Lanka's palmyrah toddy sees demand from France, Canada, Dubai Palmyrah toddy exports brought  in US$102,422 in 2023, according to the Palmyrah Development Board ",positive,0.991672456
Dayasiri can return to Sri Lanka Freedom Party anytime: Sirisena,1/8/2024,Politics,"""He can come back and even take up a position in the party,"" said Sirisena.","Dayasiri can return to Sri Lanka Freedom Party anytime: Sirisena ""He can come back and even take up a position in the party,"" said Sirisena.",negative,-0.846970558
Sri Lanka opposition leader files FR petition seeking power tariff reduction,1/8/2024,Economy,This is even as an early downward revision is anticipated mid-January.,Sri Lanka opposition leader files FR petition seeking power tariff reduction This is even as an early downward revision is anticipated mid-January.,negative,-0.988272846
Sri Lanka's Softlogic-owned Odel seeks Rs3.3bn from right issue,1/8/2024,Commodities,To enable the company to settle/reduce the existing borrowings,Sri Lanka's Softlogic-owned Odel seeks Rs3.3bn from right issue To enable the company to settle/reduce the existing borrowings,negative,-0.99084574
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322.10/30 to the US dollar,1/8/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 322.10/30 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322.10/30 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 322.10/30 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.",negative,-0.978372753
Sri Lanka railway track upgrade with India credit line begins,1/8/2024,Ground,India has provided over a billion US dollars to upgrade railways,Sri Lanka railway track upgrade with India credit line begins India has provided over a billion US dollars to upgrade railways,positive,0.712875009
"Sri Lanka social instability, policy and currency volatility key problems for Japan investors",1/8/2024,Economy,About a third of firms hit by a currency crisis last year were seeing an improvement in conditions,"Sri Lanka social instability, policy and currency volatility key problems for Japan investors About a third of firms hit by a currency crisis last year were seeing an improvement in conditions",positive,0.588685215
Sri Lanka SEC approves rules to list infrastructure bonds on stock exchange,1/7/2024,Bonds & Forex,The regulations will ensure that investors are kept informed on the performance and with sanctions for non-compliance,Sri Lanka SEC approves rules to list infrastructure bonds on stock exchange The regulations will ensure that investors are kept informed on the performance and with sanctions for non-compliance,positive,0.962857842
"Sri Lanka's tourist hotspots to heat up with music, culinary and literary events",1/7/2024,Business,The series of cultural events along the south coast aimed at drawing visitors for extended stays,"Sri Lanka's tourist hotspots to heat up with music, culinary and literary events The series of cultural events along the south coast aimed at drawing visitors for extended stays",positive,0.998300493
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 8-pct in new year,1/7/2024,Agriculture,"Coconut shells were listed at 26,000 to 28,000 rupees a tonne","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 8-pct in new year Coconut shells were listed at 26,000 to 28,000 rupees a tonne",negative,-0.992293477
Sri Lanka central bank prints Rs10bn in 2026 money,1/7/2024,Economy,Bond were dumped on the central bank at around 13.72 for new money,Sri Lanka central bank prints Rs10bn in 2026 money Bond were dumped on the central bank at around 13.72 for new money,negative,-0.998949111
Sri Lanka official remittances up 57-pct to $5.97 bln in 2023; improved FX policy helps,1/7/2024,Economy,The last year's annual remittances recorded their highest since 2019,Sri Lanka official remittances up 57-pct to $5.97 bln in 2023; improved FX policy helps The last year's annual remittances recorded their highest since 2019,positive,0.99608326
"Sri Lanka's Japanese firms hit most badly by fuel shortages, currency depreciation in crisis: survey",1/6/2024,Economy,The impact of the economic crisis on Japanese companies in Sri Lanka was more serious than initially assumed,"Sri Lanka's Japanese firms hit most badly by fuel shortages, currency depreciation in crisis: survey The impact of the economic crisis on Japanese companies in Sri Lanka was more serious than initially assumed",negative,-0.998930871
Sri Lanka’s 2023 tourism revenue jumps to $2.1 bln from previous year’s $1.1 bln,1/6/2024,Tourism,"Sri Lanka's tourism is recovering from Easter attack, pandemic, and economic, political crisis ","Sri Lanka’s 2023 tourism revenue jumps to $2.1 bln from previous year’s $1.1 bln Sri Lanka's tourism is recovering from Easter attack, pandemic, and economic, political crisis ",negative,-0.807024598
Sri Lanka foreign reserves up US$829 to US$4.4bn in Dec 23,1/6/2024,Economy,Dec reserves helped by debt flows. However the CB had also bought dollars by sterilizing inflows in recent months,Sri Lanka foreign reserves up US$829 to US$4.4bn in Dec 23 Dec reserves helped by debt flows. However the CB had also bought dollars by sterilizing inflows in recent months,negative,-0.961787641
Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank sells Rs8bn Tier 2 debt,1/6/2024,Economy,DFCC Bank offered 5-year debentures which will pay 15.25% a year and 7-year bonds which will pay 14.75%,Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank sells Rs8bn Tier 2 debt DFCC Bank offered 5-year debentures which will pay 15.25% a year and 7-year bonds which will pay 14.75%,negative,-0.959668815
Sri Lanka to build foreign research ship handling capacity amid 1-year ban – sources,1/5/2024,International Relations,India has strongly raised security concerns over allowing Chinese research vessels in Indian Ocean waters ,Sri Lanka to build foreign research ship handling capacity amid 1-year ban – sources India has strongly raised security concerns over allowing Chinese research vessels in Indian Ocean waters ,negative,-0.970317006
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, Food, Beverage and Tobacco shares push turnover",1/5/2024,Commodities,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Friday, CSE data showed. ","Sri Lanka stocks close up, Food, Beverage and Tobacco shares push turnover The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Friday, CSE data showed. ",negative,-0.990061402
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.45/65 to the US dollar,1/5/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stable at 322.45/65 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly stable...","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.45/65 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stable at 322.45/65 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly stable...",positive,0.963078141
Lanka's Blue Whale: Eight Evolutionary Stages (Part II),1/5/2024,Wild Life,"At some point, blues will inevitably fall extinct, as will we","Lanka's Blue Whale: Eight Evolutionary Stages (Part II) At some point, blues will inevitably fall extinct, as will we",negative,-0.998982251
Food expenses main reason for increase in household expenditure: Census Dept,1/5/2024,Economy,75 percent of households in the past year have limited spending or controlled expenses,Food expenses main reason for increase in household expenditure: Census Dept 75 percent of households in the past year have limited spending or controlled expenses,negative,-0.983495891
"NPP govt won't honour Sri Lanka's ISB debt, warns Harsha de Silva",1/5/2024,Uncategorized,"""Goes to show these guys have absolutely no idea how to run a country.""","NPP govt won't honour Sri Lanka's ISB debt, warns Harsha de Silva ""Goes to show these guys have absolutely no idea how to run a country.""",negative,-0.999743283
Sri Lanka president to invite Tamil diaspora for northern development,1/5/2024,Economy,Wickremesinghe said the government's new welfare programme Asweauma can be fast-tracked in the north.,Sri Lanka president to invite Tamil diaspora for northern development Wickremesinghe said the government's new welfare programme Asweauma can be fast-tracked in the north.,positive,0.66859895
Use 13th Amendment for economic development: Sri Lanka President,1/5/2024,Politics,"By utilizing the powers within the 13th Amendment, each province can chart its course to development.","Use 13th Amendment for economic development: Sri Lanka President By utilizing the powers within the 13th Amendment, each province can chart its course to development.",positive,0.988004506
Sri Lanka's new microfinance bill to be presented to parliament next week,1/5/2024,Economy,"""This will further repeal the microfinance act, No. 6 of 2016 to enhance greater protection,"" he added.","Sri Lanka's new microfinance bill to be presented to parliament next week ""This will further repeal the microfinance act, No. 6 of 2016 to enhance greater protection,"" he added.",positive,0.56779176
"Sri Lanka to draft legal framework, regulate beedi industry",1/5/2024,Business,Necessity to revise the tax policy related to the importation of essential raw materials for the beedi industry,"Sri Lanka to draft legal framework, regulate beedi industry Necessity to revise the tax policy related to the importation of essential raw materials for the beedi industry",negative,-0.811165631
Sri Lanka's Asiri Hospitals to promote medical tourism with Port City venture,1/5/2024,Business,Asiri Port City Hospital medical team will have both local and international medical experts,Sri Lanka's Asiri Hospitals to promote medical tourism with Port City venture Asiri Port City Hospital medical team will have both local and international medical experts,positive,0.997420907
"Sri Lanka excise duties for cars, sin taxes for alcohol, baccy and sweet drinks from Jan",1/5/2024,Economy,"Vehicles on engine capacity, consumer durables on value and fuel, sugary drinks on volume","Sri Lanka excise duties for cars, sin taxes for alcohol, baccy and sweet drinks from Jan Vehicles on engine capacity, consumer durables on value and fuel, sugary drinks on volume",negative,-0.933928847
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322.40/60 to the US dollar,1/5/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 322.40/60 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly stable.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322.40/60 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 322.40/60 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly stable.",positive,0.997621238
Sri Lanka slashes Rs65 per kilo rice import tax for 19 days,1/5/2024,Agriculture,Sri Lanka controls the import of rice to keep domestic prices artificially high,Sri Lanka slashes Rs65 per kilo rice import tax for 19 days Sri Lanka controls the import of rice to keep domestic prices artificially high,negative,-0.998264372
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.45/60 to the US dollar,1/4/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.45/60 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly stable.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.45/60 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.45/60 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly stable.",positive,0.99616313
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, but more liquid index down",1/4/2024,Commodities,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Thursday, CSE data showed. Turnover was at 627 million.","Sri Lanka stocks close up, but more liquid index down The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Thursday, CSE data showed. Turnover was at 627 million.",negative,-0.96618247
Sri Lanka Tyre maker installs 2.4MW rooftop solar plant,1/4/2024,Business,Will offset 21-pct of electricity consumption,Sri Lanka Tyre maker installs 2.4MW rooftop solar plant Will offset 21-pct of electricity consumption,negative,-0.877002418
Sri Lanka FM calls Myanmar counterpart for help in repatriating Myawaddy detainees,1/4/2024,People,"56 Sri Lankan nationals are being held in Myawaddy, Myanmar","Sri Lanka FM calls Myanmar counterpart for help in repatriating Myawaddy detainees 56 Sri Lankan nationals are being held in Myawaddy, Myanmar",negative,-0.984376907
"Colombo Commercial Fertilizers, Ceylon Fertilizer Co to provide tea plantations at subsidized rate",1/4/2024,Tea,Gov to provide fertilizer for tea plantations through state-owned Colombo Commercial Fertilizers and Ceylon Fertilizer,"Colombo Commercial Fertilizers, Ceylon Fertilizer Co to provide tea plantations at subsidized rate Gov to provide fertilizer for tea plantations through state-owned Colombo Commercial Fertilizers and Ceylon Fertilizer",negative,-0.972684503
"Dustbin, toothbrush and waste app win at Sri Lanka youth innovator awards",1/4/2024,Climate Change,Competition showcased undergrad students' solutions to waste problems,"Dustbin, toothbrush and waste app win at Sri Lanka youth innovator awards Competition showcased undergrad students' solutions to waste problems",negative,-0.62329644
Sri Lanka to send Navy ship to counter Houthi attacks in Red Sea,1/4/2024,Security,"Decision has been made to deploy ship from the Sri Lanka Navy to the Red Sea, contributing to the security of the region","Sri Lanka to send Navy ship to counter Houthi attacks in Red Sea Decision has been made to deploy ship from the Sri Lanka Navy to the Red Sea, contributing to the security of the region",positive,0.951575577
Sri Lanka to study Infobip centralized SMS firewall proposal,1/4/2024,Technology,Smishing is a form of cyberattacks that uses SMS to trick people into disclosing personal information.,Sri Lanka to study Infobip centralized SMS firewall proposal Smishing is a form of cyberattacks that uses SMS to trick people into disclosing personal information.,negative,-0.99696058
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322.50/323.00 to the US dollar,1/4/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 322.50/323.00 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields stable.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322.50/323.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 322.50/323.00 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields stable.",positive,0.992006719
Sri Lanka farmers given air rifles to protect crops from animals,1/4/2024,Agriculture,Ministry of Agriculture is issuing air rifles to farmers to protect crops from animals,Sri Lanka farmers given air rifles to protect crops from animals Ministry of Agriculture is issuing air rifles to farmers to protect crops from animals,negative,-0.927862704
Sri Lanka external current account in surplus for five quarters,1/4/2024,Economy,3 Q external current account surplus US$639mn,Sri Lanka external current account in surplus for five quarters 3 Q external current account surplus US$639mn,negative,-0.994372368
Russia's Rossiya Airlines to start flights to Colombo,1/3/2024,Aviation,CAASL issues FAOC for Russia's Rossiya Airlines to operate flights from Moscow to Colombo,Russia's Rossiya Airlines to start flights to Colombo CAASL issues FAOC for Russia's Rossiya Airlines to operate flights from Moscow to Colombo,negative,-0.994342804
Most Sri Lankans cannot afford a house amid state-protected building material oligopolies: study,1/3/2024,Economy,"Protection has led to anti-competitive practices, involving high prices, shortages and lack of choice, researchers say","Most Sri Lankans cannot afford a house amid state-protected building material oligopolies: study Protection has led to anti-competitive practices, involving high prices, shortages and lack of choice, researchers say",negative,-0.995698094
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.60/90 to the US dollar,1/3/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.60/90 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly stable.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.60/90 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.60/90 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly stable.",positive,0.995932639
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields steady at auction,1/3/2024,Bonds & Forex,Strong demand at current prices for 3 and 6 month bills,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields steady at auction Strong demand at current prices for 3 and 6 month bills,positive,0.998978376
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, investors remain wary",1/3/2024,Commodities,"CSE closed up on Wednesday; the food, beverage and tobacco industry attracted the most investor interest","Sri Lanka stocks close up, investors remain wary CSE closed up on Wednesday; the food, beverage and tobacco industry attracted the most investor interest",positive,0.982060671
Sri Lanka Customs earns Rs970bn in 2023 despite import restrictions,1/3/2024,General Economy,Customs revenue was impacted due to the import restrictions on vehicles,Sri Lanka Customs earns Rs970bn in 2023 despite import restrictions Customs revenue was impacted due to the import restrictions on vehicles,negative,-0.818491042
Sri Lanka Freedom Party crisis: Dayasiri wants back in to prevent crossovers,1/3/2024,Politics,"""He left the SLFP because he felt he had no future in it. It started with Shan Wijelal.""","Sri Lanka Freedom Party crisis: Dayasiri wants back in to prevent crossovers ""He left the SLFP because he felt he had no future in it. It started with Shan Wijelal.""",negative,-0.996143043
"Sri Lanka ex-president cast Viyathmaga aside, claims Godahewa",1/3/2024,Politics,"""Unfortunately, after he came to power, he did not work with the professionals who brought him to power.""","Sri Lanka ex-president cast Viyathmaga aside, claims Godahewa ""Unfortunately, after he came to power, he did not work with the professionals who brought him to power.""",negative,-0.997699201
Sri Lanka to get support from UK's Blue Plant Fund,1/3/2024,Economy,The governments of Great Britain and Northern Ireland are leading in terms of Ocean Health,Sri Lanka to get support from UK's Blue Plant Fund The governments of Great Britain and Northern Ireland are leading in terms of Ocean Health,positive,0.997370601
Sri Lanka former speaker calls for abolition of executive presidency,1/3/2024,Politics,"""As long as there is no trust between the Sinhalese and the Tamils, we cannot advance as a country.""","Sri Lanka former speaker calls for abolition of executive presidency ""As long as there is no trust between the Sinhalese and the Tamils, we cannot advance as a country.""",negative,-0.976645708
Sri Lanka's CEB to make tariff cut proposal next week,1/3/2024,Energy,"CEB will submit the electricity tariff reduction proposal to PUCSL next week,","Sri Lanka's CEB to make tariff cut proposal next week CEB will submit the electricity tariff reduction proposal to PUCSL next week,",negative,-0.877546132
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 321.70/322.00 to the US dollar,1/3/2024,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 321.70/322.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 321.70/322.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 321.70/322.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday,negative,-0.982563317
Sri Lanka approves TIQRI Software for Port City incentives,1/3/2024,Business,"TIQRI Software (Pte) Ltd to qualify for incentives as a ‘secondary business of strategic importance,’","Sri Lanka approves TIQRI Software for Port City incentives TIQRI Software (Pte) Ltd to qualify for incentives as a ‘secondary business of strategic importance,’",positive,0.562993646
"Sri Lanka says 43 items including medicine, foods, education exempt from VAT",1/3/2024,Economy,Many foods in Sri Lanka are under import taxes to give high profits to farmers and collectors,"Sri Lanka says 43 items including medicine, foods, education exempt from VAT Many foods in Sri Lanka are under import taxes to give high profits to farmers and collectors",negative,-0.898898125
Sri Lanka to establish high commission in New Zealand,1/3/2024,International Relations,"High Commission in Wellington, New Zealand, will develop ties further","Sri Lanka to establish high commission in New Zealand High Commission in Wellington, New Zealand, will develop ties further",positive,0.999197185
Sri Lanka concludes free trade talks with Thailand,1/3/2024,Economy,Trade liberalization period reduced to 16 from 18 in the last round of negotiations,Sri Lanka concludes free trade talks with Thailand Trade liberalization period reduced to 16 from 18 in the last round of negotiations,positive,0.849371433
Sri Lanka CB chief urges public to become informants to boost tax revenue,1/2/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka is trying to boost revenues with higher income tax and VAT rates,Sri Lanka CB chief urges public to become informants to boost tax revenue Sri Lanka is trying to boost revenues with higher income tax and VAT rates,negative,-0.990281224
Sri Lanka urges parents to vaccinate children for measles after spreading,1/2/2024,Health,"Though eradicated, measles has reemerged in Sri Lanka last year ","Sri Lanka urges parents to vaccinate children for measles after spreading Though eradicated, measles has reemerged in Sri Lanka last year ",negative,-0.985690534
"Sri Lanka watchful for Covid JN.1 variant, screening of Indians not necessary – Health Minister",1/2/2024,Health,India leads tourists numbers in Sri Lanka's peak season ,"Sri Lanka watchful for Covid JN.1 variant, screening of Indians not necessary – Health Minister India leads tourists numbers in Sri Lanka's peak season ",positive,0.931257486
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321.50/322.00 to the US dollar,1/2/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 321.50/322.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday from 322.20/40 on Monday, dealers said","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321.50/322.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 321.50/322.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday from 322.20/40 on Monday, dealers said",negative,-0.991947234
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, but turnover remains low",1/2/2024,Commodities,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Tuesday, CSE data showed. Turnover remained low at 335 million.","Sri Lanka stocks close up, but turnover remains low The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Tuesday, CSE data showed. Turnover remained low at 335 million.",negative,-0.997972906
Sri Lanka allows e-documents in grama niladhari services,1/2/2024,General Services,This allows the use of electronic documents and reports when obtaining government services,Sri Lanka allows e-documents in grama niladhari services This allows the use of electronic documents and reports when obtaining government services,positive,0.966088712
No restrictions in foreign employment for mothers: Sri Lanka labor ministry,1/2/2024,Employment,Parental responsibility belongs to both the mother and father.,No restrictions in foreign employment for mothers: Sri Lanka labor ministry Parental responsibility belongs to both the mother and father.,positive,0.981108487
Sri Lanka to seek investors for BOT project in Trinco tank farm,1/2/2024,Petroleum,Seeking investors on build-operate-transfer project to rehabilitate nine tanks in upper tank farm in Trinco,Sri Lanka to seek investors for BOT project in Trinco tank farm Seeking investors on build-operate-transfer project to rehabilitate nine tanks in upper tank farm in Trinco,negative,-0.994630694
Asiri Hospital in Sri Lanka's Port City named strategic investment,1/2/2024,Economy,The 100 million US dollar project will get benefits under guidelines issued to for enterprise in Colombo Port City,Asiri Hospital in Sri Lanka's Port City named strategic investment The 100 million US dollar project will get benefits under guidelines issued to for enterprise in Colombo Port City,positive,0.99205035
Sri Lanka New Employment Bill will include transgender workers' rights: Minister,1/2/2024,Employment,"The new employment bill, expected to be ready by next month, will ensure that discrimination would not continue","Sri Lanka New Employment Bill will include transgender workers' rights: Minister The new employment bill, expected to be ready by next month, will ensure that discrimination would not continue",negative,-0.841147184
Sri Lanka rupee trades stronger at 320.80/321.10 to the US dollar,1/2/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger at 320.80/321.10 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee trades stronger at 320.80/321.10 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger at 320.80/321.10 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.979095042
Sri Lanka sees at least 2-pct economic growth in 2024,1/2/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka saw its worst economic collapse in 2022 after it declared bankruptcy and sovereign debt default,Sri Lanka sees at least 2-pct economic growth in 2024 Sri Lanka saw its worst economic collapse in 2022 after it declared bankruptcy and sovereign debt default,negative,-0.998876393
"Sri Lanka's tax revenues for 2023 revised up to Rs2,752bn: Minister",1/1/2024,Fiscal,Primary surplus Rs330bn by end November,"Sri Lanka's tax revenues for 2023 revised up to Rs2,752bn: Minister Primary surplus Rs330bn by end November",negative,-0.99471575
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.20/40 to the US dollar,1/1/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.20/40 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly stable.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.20/40 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.20/40 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly stable.",positive,0.995010138
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices end 6-pct down in 2023,1/1/2024,Agriculture,"Coconut auction prices ended down 6.6 percent at 75,879 rupees per thousand nuts at the last auction of the year","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices end 6-pct down in 2023 Coconut auction prices ended down 6.6 percent at 75,879 rupees per thousand nuts at the last auction of the year",negative,-0.998943985
"Sri Lanka lifts PAL tax on petrol, diesel, LP Gas, fertilizer as VAT widened",1/1/2024,Economy,The PAL  on the items is being lifted from January 01,"Sri Lanka lifts PAL tax on petrol, diesel, LP Gas, fertilizer as VAT widened The PAL  on the items is being lifted from January 01",negative,-0.965894043
"Sri Lanka gets 1.48 million tourists in 2023 led by India, Russia",1/1/2024,Tourism,"Sri Lanka has welcomed 210,552 tourists in December ","Sri Lanka gets 1.48 million tourists in 2023 led by India, Russia Sri Lanka has welcomed 210,552 tourists in December ",positive,0.998044848
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.10/90 to the US dollar,1/1/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.10/90 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.10/90 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.10/90 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.",negative,-0.969992638
Sri Lanka hikes fuel prices after VAT,1/1/2024,Energy,Kerosene was cut 11 rupees to 236 rupees a litre,Sri Lanka hikes fuel prices after VAT Kerosene was cut 11 rupees to 236 rupees a litre,negative,-0.981884301
Sri Lanka import bill slightly down amid lower remittances in November,1/1/2024,Economy,"Earnings from exports, remittances and tourism was 1,741 million US dollars, 390 million US dollars above imports","Sri Lanka import bill slightly down amid lower remittances in November Earnings from exports, remittances and tourism was 1,741 million US dollars, 390 million US dollars above imports",negative,-0.992236912
Sri Lanka central bank gets political nod to create up to 7-pct inflation,12/31/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka inflation target is about 2.5 times the rate found in countries with monetary stability,Sri Lanka central bank gets political nod to create up to 7-pct inflation Sri Lanka inflation target is about 2.5 times the rate found in countries with monetary stability,negative,-0.934944272
SriLankan wet-leases two aircraft from Air Belgium,12/31/2023,Aviation,A second aircraft from Air Belgium is to arrive in mid-January 2024.,SriLankan wet-leases two aircraft from Air Belgium A second aircraft from Air Belgium is to arrive in mid-January 2024.,negative,-0.849038124
Sri Lanka 2023 inflation at 4.0-pct in December,12/31/2023,Economy,"Since monetary stability was reached in September 2022, inflation for 15 months was 3.0-pct","Sri Lanka 2023 inflation at 4.0-pct in December Since monetary stability was reached in September 2022, inflation for 15 months was 3.0-pct",negative,-0.990476966
Sri Lanka ending 2023 with no arrears for first time in 25 years: PMD,12/30/2023,Economy,Pension arrears from 2022 also cleared,Sri Lanka ending 2023 with no arrears for first time in 25 years: PMD Pension arrears from 2022 also cleared,positive,0.972752512
Sri Lanka import containers surge ahead of VAT hike: Minister,12/30/2023,Economy,"Containers being cleared each day has risen from around 700 to 1,000","Sri Lanka import containers surge ahead of VAT hike: Minister Containers being cleared each day has risen from around 700 to 1,000",positive,0.982828438
"Sri Lanka gives extra month to buy vehicles, licenses, and property sans income tax file",12/30/2023,Economy,"There is an online process for everyone to open a tax file, he said","Sri Lanka gives extra month to buy vehicles, licenses, and property sans income tax file There is an online process for everyone to open a tax file, he said",negative,-0.973187089
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.90/324.00 to the US dollar,12/29/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.90/324.00 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.90/324.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.90/324.00 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.",negative,-0.990462124
Sri Lankan stocks close the year marginally higher,12/29/2023,Markets,Turnover remained low at 642 million. ,Sri Lankan stocks close the year marginally higher Turnover remained low at 642 million. ,negative,-0.997340024
Sri Lanka tourism lacks direct consumer marketing: Industry experts,12/29/2023,Tourism,"The world still thinks there's riots in the street, there's medical shortages.","Sri Lanka tourism lacks direct consumer marketing: Industry experts The world still thinks there's riots in the street, there's medical shortages.",negative,-0.999289393
Additional expenses from VAT not as significant as some suggest: Official,12/29/2023,Economy,"""Misconception that family monthly expenses will increase by an additional Rs 40,000 post VAT implementation on Jan 1""","Additional expenses from VAT not as significant as some suggest: Official ""Misconception that family monthly expenses will increase by an additional Rs 40,000 post VAT implementation on Jan 1""",negative,-0.997083127
"Sri Lanka PAYE tax files rise to 204,000, individuals 500,000",12/29/2023,Fiscal,"A total 500,196 persons were registered as individual tax-payers by end November 2023","Sri Lanka PAYE tax files rise to 204,000, individuals 500,000 A total 500,196 persons were registered as individual tax-payers by end November 2023",negative,-0.94181937
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.80/324.10 to the US dollar,12/29/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.80/324.10 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.80/324.10 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.80/324.10 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.",negative,-0.96901691
Indian journalists targeted with spyware,12/29/2023,ICT,"Implications of surveillance practices are pertinent, as Sri Lanka is in the process of implementing SL-UID program","Indian journalists targeted with spyware Implications of surveillance practices are pertinent, as Sri Lanka is in the process of implementing SL-UID program",positive,0.968536198
"Sri Lanka expects Rs1,400bn from VAT in 2024",12/29/2023,Economy,VAT as a share of GDP expected to go to 4.0-pct in 2024 from 2.2-pct in 2023 ,"Sri Lanka expects Rs1,400bn from VAT in 2024 VAT as a share of GDP expected to go to 4.0-pct in 2024 from 2.2-pct in 2023 ",negative,-0.989813507
Sri Lanka to remove PAL on many items coming under higher VAT,12/29/2023,Economy,Items under Special Commodity Levy also exempt,Sri Lanka to remove PAL on many items coming under higher VAT Items under Special Commodity Levy also exempt,negative,-0.980597913
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.90/324.00 to the US dollar,12/28/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.90/334.00 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.90/324.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.90/334.00 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said.",negative,-0.990810752
Sri Lanka's Bribery Commission gets new members,12/28/2023,Business,New Members to the Anti-Corruption Commission,Sri Lanka's Bribery Commission gets new members New Members to the Anti-Corruption Commission,negative,-0.583314121
"Sri Lanka power minister, India HC discuss energy partnerships",12/28/2023,Energy,Discussed energy sector partnerships between the two countries and the implementation plans of those projects ,"Sri Lanka power minister, India HC discuss energy partnerships Discussed energy sector partnerships between the two countries and the implementation plans of those projects ",positive,0.997358024
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, holiday slump persists",12/28/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Thursday, CSE data showed. Turnover was low at 471 million. ","Sri Lanka stocks close up, holiday slump persists The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Thursday, CSE data showed. Turnover was low at 471 million. ",negative,-0.999122918
Sri Lanka resettlement will be based on 1985 map: President,12/28/2023,People,"Despite the conclusion of the war, unresolved matters persist","Sri Lanka resettlement will be based on 1985 map: President Despite the conclusion of the war, unresolved matters persist",negative,-0.965704978
Sri Lanka’s Bank of Ceylon announces debenture issue basis of allotment,12/28/2023,Banking,"Investors who have applied up to 20,000,000 Type A Debentures will be allotted 100% of debentures applied","Sri Lanka’s Bank of Ceylon announces debenture issue basis of allotment Investors who have applied up to 20,000,000 Type A Debentures will be allotted 100% of debentures applied",negative,-0.967594147
65-75 pct of tea industry cost is min wage based labour cost: Sri Lanka think tank,12/28/2023,Tea,This contributes significantly to the cost of production of Sri Lanka’s tea industry.,65-75 pct of tea industry cost is min wage based labour cost: Sri Lanka think tank This contributes significantly to the cost of production of Sri Lanka’s tea industry.,negative,-0.869357049
Sri Lanka aims for higher big onion yield next yala season,12/28/2023,Agriculture,"Vernalization process helps produce more flowers from bulbs, and eventually more onion seedlings","Sri Lanka aims for higher big onion yield next yala season Vernalization process helps produce more flowers from bulbs, and eventually more onion seedlings",positive,0.514671028
Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port says cruise calls rising,12/28/2023,Shipping,"Over the year, 22 cruise ships had called at the port with 7,500 passengers.","Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port says cruise calls rising Over the year, 22 cruise ships had called at the port with 7,500 passengers.",positive,0.979745448
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.60/90 to the US dollar,12/28/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.60/90 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.60/90 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.60/90 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said.",negative,-0.966638505
Sri Lanka's Western province GDP share expands in worst currency crisis,12/28/2023,Economy,The steepest falls in shares were seen in the East and the North,Sri Lanka's Western province GDP share expands in worst currency crisis The steepest falls in shares were seen in the East and the North,negative,-0.997338235
Sri Lanka shaman arrested over breaching god's trust,12/27/2023,Legal,There are 10 kapuwas and each has about 20 to 30 helpers to be maintained with the offerings they receive from devotees,Sri Lanka shaman arrested over breaching god's trust There are 10 kapuwas and each has about 20 to 30 helpers to be maintained with the offerings they receive from devotees,negative,-0.765898407
Sri Lanka sells mostly 6-month bills at auction,12/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,"3, 6 - month yields down","Sri Lanka sells mostly 6-month bills at auction 3, 6 - month yields down",negative,-0.998520076
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 324.00/25 to the US dollar,12/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 324.00/25 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 324.00/25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 324.00/25 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.990318775
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, mixed sentiments",12/27/2023,Markets,Turnover was at 1 billion,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, mixed sentiments Turnover was at 1 billion",negative,-0.996554255
Sri Lanka should consider India’s concerns too: Former Indian External Affairs min,12/27/2023,International Relations,"""Just as you expected us to show concern for your concerns, we expect you to show concern for our concerns."" ","Sri Lanka should consider India’s concerns too: Former Indian External Affairs min ""Just as you expected us to show concern for your concerns, we expect you to show concern for our concerns."" ",negative,-0.960817873
Sri Lanka to strengthen local gov act to curb unauthorized construction,12/27/2023,Government services,This will remove existing barriers to taking immediate action to prevent unauthorized constructions,Sri Lanka to strengthen local gov act to curb unauthorized construction This will remove existing barriers to taking immediate action to prevent unauthorized constructions,positive,0.930043459
Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon debenture issue oversubscribed,12/27/2023,Banking,"Issue of 50,000,000 Basel III complaint Tier 2 listed rated unsecured subordinated redeemable debentures oversubscribed","Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon debenture issue oversubscribed Issue of 50,000,000 Basel III complaint Tier 2 listed rated unsecured subordinated redeemable debentures oversubscribed",negative,-0.998639524
Sri Lanka’s CIC Holdings Plc rated ‘AAA(lka)’ with a stable outlook: Fitch,12/27/2023,Business,Fitch Ratings said it has assigned a First-Time Rating of 'AA+(lka)' Outlook Stablc to CIC Holdings Plc.,Sri Lanka’s CIC Holdings Plc rated ‘AAA(lka)’ with a stable outlook: Fitch Fitch Ratings said it has assigned a First-Time Rating of 'AA+(lka)' Outlook Stablc to CIC Holdings Plc.,positive,0.985926211
Sri Lanka’s Janashakthi Insurance buys 25-pct of First Capital,12/27/2023,Markets,"Janashakthi Insurance PLC has purchased 101,201,799 ordinary shares at a price of LKR 37.10 per share","Sri Lanka’s Janashakthi Insurance buys 25-pct of First Capital Janashakthi Insurance PLC has purchased 101,201,799 ordinary shares at a price of LKR 37.10 per share",negative,-0.926113784
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.00/85 to the US dollar,12/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.00/85 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.00/85 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.00/85 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.",negative,-0.96173811
Sri Lanka Police Minister rejects ICIJ shell company allegations  ,12/27/2023,Corruption,An ICIJ analysis has alleged Alles of using shell companies to buy properties in the U.K. ,Sri Lanka Police Minister rejects ICIJ shell company allegations   An ICIJ analysis has alleged Alles of using shell companies to buy properties in the U.K. ,negative,-0.990787446
A collective effort needed to ensure energy security in South Asia,12/27/2023,Energy,The global energy crisis is pushing governments to seek alternate power generation sources. ,A collective effort needed to ensure energy security in South Asia The global energy crisis is pushing governments to seek alternate power generation sources. ,positive,0.541433275
Sri Lanka domestic containers up in October as economy recovers,12/27/2023,Logistics,Transshipment volumes down in October,Sri Lanka domestic containers up in October as economy recovers Transshipment volumes down in October,negative,-0.990944982
Sri Lanka renewable energy costs are higher than India amid risks: Minister,12/26/2023,Energy,When investors are looking at the country they also account for the risk in the country,Sri Lanka renewable energy costs are higher than India amid risks: Minister When investors are looking at the country they also account for the risk in the country,negative,-0.881195724
Jesus rejected in Bethlehem Pope says on Christmas as Israel kills children Gaza,12/25/2023,Political News,Prince of Peace is once more rejected .. by the clash of arms that ...prevents him from finding room in the world,Jesus rejected in Bethlehem Pope says on Christmas as Israel kills children Gaza Prince of Peace is once more rejected .. by the clash of arms that ...prevents him from finding room in the world,negative,-0.999470532
SriLankan Airlines flights disrupted as aircraft grounded,12/25/2023,Aviation,"Several A330s grounded, but will be back in service next week","SriLankan Airlines flights disrupted as aircraft grounded Several A330s grounded, but will be back in service next week",negative,-0.866701126
Sri Lanka logistics centre with China gets 15-year tax holiday,12/24/2023,Economy,Thirty expatriates will be completely freed from income tax,Sri Lanka logistics centre with China gets 15-year tax holiday Thirty expatriates will be completely freed from income tax,positive,0.907021761
Sri Lanka minor (yala) season paddy crop up 25-pct in 2023,12/24/2023,Agriculture,Crop higher despite the similar area being sown amid better fertilizer availability,Sri Lanka minor (yala) season paddy crop up 25-pct in 2023 Crop higher despite the similar area being sown amid better fertilizer availability,negative,-0.919046879
No power cuts this weekend: Sri Lanka power minister,12/23/2023,Energy,Unnecessary planned power interruptions for maintenance on weekends cost CEB large amounts of money for overtime payment,No power cuts this weekend: Sri Lanka power minister Unnecessary planned power interruptions for maintenance on weekends cost CEB large amounts of money for overtime payment,negative,-0.9983266
Sri Lanka tea exports up 11-pct in Nov 2023 amid production dip,12/23/2023,Business,Export earnings total $1.19bn up to November,Sri Lanka tea exports up 11-pct in Nov 2023 amid production dip Export earnings total $1.19bn up to November,negative,-0.93710041
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 325.25/45 to the US dollar,12/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 325.25/45 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 325.25/45 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 325.25/45 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.",negative,-0.990841985
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, First Capital pushes turnover",12/22/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Friday, CSE data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close down, First Capital pushes turnover The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Friday, CSE data showed.",negative,-0.99685055
Santosh Jha new Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka,12/22/2023,International Relations,New High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka Santosh Jha presents credentials,Santosh Jha new Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka New High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka Santosh Jha presents credentials,positive,0.999762356
No bonuses for employees of gov bodies unless they earned profit: Minister,12/22/2023,Government services,"Staff bonus for commercial corporations, statutory boards and government owned companies for 2023 only if profitable","No bonuses for employees of gov bodies unless they earned profit: Minister Staff bonus for commercial corporations, statutory boards and government owned companies for 2023 only if profitable",negative,-0.995812595
Sri Lanka banks say parate execution needed to protect depositors,12/22/2023,Banking,Says banks will end up restricting credit,Sri Lanka banks say parate execution needed to protect depositors Says banks will end up restricting credit,negative,-0.999168873
Bangladesh donates stock of 24 medicines worth USD1mn to Sri Lanka,12/22/2023,Health,Stock of 24 essential drugs sufficient for 3 months of Sri Lanka’s requirements,Bangladesh donates stock of 24 medicines worth USD1mn to Sri Lanka Stock of 24 essential drugs sufficient for 3 months of Sri Lanka’s requirements,negative,-0.935486138
SriLankan boosts fleet with A320: Correction,12/22/2023,Aviation,"SriLankan Airlines leased an Airbus A320 aircraft to add to its fleet, this week.","SriLankan boosts fleet with A320: Correction SriLankan Airlines leased an Airbus A320 aircraft to add to its fleet, this week.",positive,0.984691083
"President, Tamil MPs discuss Sri Lankan refugees in India",12/22/2023,People,Sri Lankans in Indian refugee camps was discussed during a meeting between president and leaders of the North and East,"President, Tamil MPs discuss Sri Lankan refugees in India Sri Lankans in Indian refugee camps was discussed during a meeting between president and leaders of the North and East",positive,0.844281793
"Sri Lanka districts allocated 11,250 million to develop rural economy",12/22/2023,Economy,The decentralized budget for the districts aims to inject financial resources into the villages,"Sri Lanka districts allocated 11,250 million to develop rural economy The decentralized budget for the districts aims to inject financial resources into the villages",positive,0.851973355
Sri Lanka Social Security Contribution Levy threshold to be halved,12/22/2023,Fiscal,To reduce the revenue subject to tax from rupees 120 million to rupees 60 million,Sri Lanka Social Security Contribution Levy threshold to be halved To reduce the revenue subject to tax from rupees 120 million to rupees 60 million,negative,-0.981815398
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 325.00/80 to the US dollar,12/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 325.00/80 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 325.00/80 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 325.00/80 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.",negative,-0.959231734
Sri Lanka gets most remittances from currency board like regimes in 3Q,12/22/2023,Economy,"Among to 10 sources, money printing was constrained by a peg in 5 countries and a 2.0-pct inflation target in the rest ","Sri Lanka gets most remittances from currency board like regimes in 3Q Among to 10 sources, money printing was constrained by a peg in 5 countries and a 2.0-pct inflation target in the rest ",negative,-0.992239356
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 326.25/40 to the US dollar,12/21/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.25/40 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 326.25/40 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.25/40 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said.",negative,-0.992306888
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, turnover at 1bn",12/21/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Thursday, CSE data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close up, turnover at 1bn The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Thursday, CSE data showed.",negative,-0.982400835
Sri Lanka’s Tea production down by 3.2 percent in November,12/21/2023,Tea,"Output for the 11 months was up from last year, industry data showed.","Sri Lanka’s Tea production down by 3.2 percent in November Output for the 11 months was up from last year, industry data showed.",negative,-0.604729056
Sri Lanka’s public security minister: Can’t release full Easter Sunday PCoI report,12/21/2023,Easter Sunday attacks,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa won 2019 election on the promise of strengthening national security after Easter attack,Sri Lanka’s public security minister: Can’t release full Easter Sunday PCoI report President Gotabaya Rajapaksa won 2019 election on the promise of strengthening national security after Easter attack,positive,0.97348386
"After SC judgement, Sri Lanka bar urges not to appoint those who violate law as IGP",12/21/2023,Courts,BASL urged that no person who has violated fundamental rights or has criminal cases should be appointed as police chief,"After SC judgement, Sri Lanka bar urges not to appoint those who violate law as IGP BASL urged that no person who has violated fundamental rights or has criminal cases should be appointed as police chief",negative,-0.968751609
"Sri Lanka to import 15,000mt of maize for poultry feed",12/21/2023,Agriculture,"Insufficient stocks in open market led to animal feed scarcity, pushed meat and egg prices up, and halted Thriposha","Sri Lanka to import 15,000mt of maize for poultry feed Insufficient stocks in open market led to animal feed scarcity, pushed meat and egg prices up, and halted Thriposha",negative,-0.99848181
Sri Lanka to revise National Savings Bank Act to make bank more competitive,12/21/2023,Banking,"Sections of Act should be revised to extend monitoring, identifying new business opportunities, developing enterprise","Sri Lanka to revise National Savings Bank Act to make bank more competitive Sections of Act should be revised to extend monitoring, identifying new business opportunities, developing enterprise",negative,-0.990724385
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.00/25 to the US dollar,12/21/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.00/25 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.00/25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.00/25 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said.",negative,-0.970511138
Sri Lanka foreign reserves to top US$4.0bn by end 2023,12/21/2023,Economy,.,Sri Lanka foreign reserves to top US$4.0bn by end 2023 .,negative,-0.920826197
"Sri Lanka to get 16,000 tourists from Estonia, Baltic States: Udayanga Weeratunga",12/21/2023,Business,"Visitors from Estonia, Lithuania, Latvia, Moldova and Poland, will arrive in the country with tours arranged by JoinUp","Sri Lanka to get 16,000 tourists from Estonia, Baltic States: Udayanga Weeratunga Visitors from Estonia, Lithuania, Latvia, Moldova and Poland, will arrive in the country with tours arranged by JoinUp",positive,0.998979509
Sri Lanka low tax regime is feasible: Ex-President Rajapaksa,12/21/2023,Economy,"That a lower tax regime was feasible was shown in the years up to 2014, by bringing the debt to GDP ratio down, he said","Sri Lanka low tax regime is feasible: Ex-President Rajapaksa That a lower tax regime was feasible was shown in the years up to 2014, by bringing the debt to GDP ratio down, he said",positive,0.985915184
Sri Lanka prints 2026 money at 13.7-pct,12/20/2023,Economy,877-day and 955-day money through an outright auction,Sri Lanka prints 2026 money at 13.7-pct 877-day and 955-day money through an outright auction,negative,-0.988253474
Stronger demand for Sri Lanka 6-month bills at auction,12/20/2023,Economy,Political uncertainty weakens demand for longer end at current prices,Stronger demand for Sri Lanka 6-month bills at auction Political uncertainty weakens demand for longer end at current prices,negative,-0.99767381
India’s Adani wind power project sees delay in Sri Lanka – sources,12/20/2023,Energy,The project was originally expected to be completed by end 2024,India’s Adani wind power project sees delay in Sri Lanka – sources The project was originally expected to be completed by end 2024,negative,-0.994006872
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 326.75/85 to the US dollar,12/20/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.75/85 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 326.75/85 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.75/85 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.991679847
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, turnover tops 5mn",12/20/2023,Commodities,"Turnover was high at 5 billion, pushed by a transaction in Agstar Plc","Sri Lanka stocks close down, turnover tops 5mn Turnover was high at 5 billion, pushed by a transaction in Agstar Plc",negative,-0.997085631
World bank releases US$250mn budget support to Sri Lanka,12/20/2023,Economy,Released after banking sector reforms,World bank releases US$250mn budget support to Sri Lanka Released after banking sector reforms,negative,-0.944141865
Sri Lanka gov invites public input for OGP National Action Plan 2023-25,12/20/2023,Government services,"Public comments invited for formulation of Open Government Partnership National Action Plan 2023-2025, ","Sri Lanka gov invites public input for OGP National Action Plan 2023-25 Public comments invited for formulation of Open Government Partnership National Action Plan 2023-2025, ",positive,0.996682942
"Australian govt. to give AUD42.1mn for good governance, MDF programs",12/20/2023,Business,The Australian government has agreed to provide an additional grant of 42.1 million Australian dollars ,"Australian govt. to give AUD42.1mn for good governance, MDF programs The Australian government has agreed to provide an additional grant of 42.1 million Australian dollars ",positive,0.702048123
British Council to train English teachers in Sri Lanka's Sabaragamuwa,12/20/2023,Education,Formal training will be given to selected 700 teachers at a cost of 51 million rupees,British Council to train English teachers in Sri Lanka's Sabaragamuwa Formal training will be given to selected 700 teachers at a cost of 51 million rupees,negative,-0.703999996
Sri Lanka to roll out disaster warning system through telephones,12/20/2023,ICT,"Involving the DMC, TRC and service providers including SLT Mobitel, Hutch, Dialog and Airtel.","Sri Lanka to roll out disaster warning system through telephones Involving the DMC, TRC and service providers including SLT Mobitel, Hutch, Dialog and Airtel.",negative,-0.99429214
"No bonuses, incentives or salary increments for CEB: Sri Lanka minister",12/20/2023,Energy,"Invites public, stakeholders, unions to submit feedback on the proposed electricity bill by January 3, 2024","No bonuses, incentives or salary increments for CEB: Sri Lanka minister Invites public, stakeholders, unions to submit feedback on the proposed electricity bill by January 3, 2024",negative,-0.995041311
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.90/327.00 to the US dollar,12/20/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.90/327.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.90/327.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.90/327.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.977557659
Sri Lanka to introduce hotline for reporting harassment,12/20/2023,Crime,A three-digit hotline like 119 to report harassment faced by women and children,Sri Lanka to introduce hotline for reporting harassment A three-digit hotline like 119 to report harassment faced by women and children,negative,-0.91324079
Sri Lanka to get Estonia charter flight on Dec 20,12/20/2023,Business,"From December 01 to 17 Sri Lanka had welcomed 100,750 tourists with around 6,500 arriving daily, over the last week","Sri Lanka to get Estonia charter flight on Dec 20 From December 01 to 17 Sri Lanka had welcomed 100,750 tourists with around 6,500 arriving daily, over the last week",positive,0.997165263
Sri Lanka BESS solar plant with Australia backing may cost Rs48-49 a unit,12/20/2023,Energy,Batteries from Sungrow,Sri Lanka BESS solar plant with Australia backing may cost Rs48-49 a unit Batteries from Sungrow,negative,-0.996773779
Sri Lanka plans to export furnace oil after heavy rains,12/19/2023,Energy,Ceylon Petroleum Corporation will call tenders to sell furnace oil and naptha produced at its refinery,Sri Lanka plans to export furnace oil after heavy rains Ceylon Petroleum Corporation will call tenders to sell furnace oil and naptha produced at its refinery,negative,-0.97656709
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 326.90/327.00 to the US dollar,12/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.90/327.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 326.90/327.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.90/327.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.991709173
Sri Lanka to recruit experts to assess Indian Adani’s renewable energy bid: Minister,12/19/2023,Energy,Wijesekera denies of any delay in Adani wind power project,Sri Lanka to recruit experts to assess Indian Adani’s renewable energy bid: Minister Wijesekera denies of any delay in Adani wind power project,negative,-0.930174947
Sri Lanka to allow spice imports for value added products,12/19/2023,Agriculture,Products made with extracts allow high revenues to be earned than exports in raw form,Sri Lanka to allow spice imports for value added products Products made with extracts allow high revenues to be earned than exports in raw form,positive,0.981580079
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, low turnover",12/19/2023,Commodities,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Tuesday, CSE data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close down, low turnover The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Tuesday, CSE data showed.",negative,-0.998730004
Sri Lanka to continue importing eggs from India,12/19/2023,Agriculture,"155 million eggs imported from Indian farms, another 18 million within this month. ","Sri Lanka to continue importing eggs from India 155 million eggs imported from Indian farms, another 18 million within this month. ",negative,-0.964910984
Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation life and general business split,12/19/2023,Insurance,"Two subsidiaries, Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation Life Limited and Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Limited","Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation life and general business split Two subsidiaries, Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation Life Limited and Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation General Limited",negative,-0.533576608
"Sri Lanka to import 50,000 metric tonnes of GR 11 rice",12/19/2023,Economy,To keep down price of Keeri Samba,"Sri Lanka to import 50,000 metric tonnes of GR 11 rice To keep down price of Keeri Samba",negative,-0.977744758
Sri Lanka stock exchange revised governance rules applicable from Oct,12/19/2023,Commodities,Corporate governance rules revised to drive capital market forward.,Sri Lanka stock exchange revised governance rules applicable from Oct Corporate governance rules revised to drive capital market forward.,negative,-0.596453488
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.85/95 to the US dollar,12/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.85/95 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.85/95 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.85/95 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.969578385
Why the IMF is hated now and is backing bad money in Sri Lanka and Latin America,12/19/2023,Bellwether,Before the Second Amendment IMF could ,Why the IMF is hated now and is backing bad money in Sri Lanka and Latin America Before the Second Amendment IMF could ,negative,-0.999357283
"After disqualifying Indian bidders, Sri Lanka hopes to select Digital ID printer by 2024 Q1",12/19/2023,Defence,The Digital ID card project has been dragged despite India has already given 450 mln INR grant,"After disqualifying Indian bidders, Sri Lanka hopes to select Digital ID printer by 2024 Q1 The Digital ID card project has been dragged despite India has already given 450 mln INR grant",negative,-0.99930203
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 326.80/327.00 to the US dollar,12/18/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.80/327.00 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 326.80/327.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.80/327.00 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.",negative,-0.992246866
Sri Lanka illicit cigarettes take 29-pct market share: Survey,12/18/2023,Economy,Annualized sales based on third quarter survey data was estimated at 900 million sticks,Sri Lanka illicit cigarettes take 29-pct market share: Survey Annualized sales based on third quarter survey data was estimated at 900 million sticks,negative,-0.982235312
Sri Lanka new employment laws will hold employers accountable: Minister,12/18/2023,Employment,Updating employment laws to hold all employers accountable for working conditions and facilities they provide workers,Sri Lanka new employment laws will hold employers accountable: Minister Updating employment laws to hold all employers accountable for working conditions and facilities they provide workers,positive,0.996788383
“Ethical Consumerism”  Requires Better Business Standards,12/18/2023,Economy,"SMEs, she says operate under already trying conditions and this added layer of compliance may not be welcome","“Ethical Consumerism”  Requires Better Business Standards SMEs, she says operate under already trying conditions and this added layer of compliance may not be welcome",negative,-0.999574482
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.85/327.00 to the US dollar,12/18/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.85/327.00 to the US dollar on Monday, from 326.90/327.10 on Friday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.85/327.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.85/327.00 to the US dollar on Monday, from 326.90/327.10 on Friday, dealers said.",negative,-0.980246425
"Sri Lanka private credit positive in Oct, Sept CB credit revised down",12/18/2023,Banking,In September the central bank was hit by large losses,"Sri Lanka private credit positive in Oct, Sept CB credit revised down In September the central bank was hit by large losses",negative,-0.999298096
Sri Lanka CB to inject 2026 money in outright auction,12/18/2023,Economy,Open market operations ,Sri Lanka CB to inject 2026 money in outright auction Open market operations ,negative,-0.990096331
Sri Lanka to start mobile tax file registration amid tough IMF revenue target,12/18/2023,Economy,Debt defaulted Sri Lanka plans to boost tax revenue by 47% in 2024. ,Sri Lanka to start mobile tax file registration amid tough IMF revenue target Debt defaulted Sri Lanka plans to boost tax revenue by 47% in 2024. ,negative,-0.979241073
"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services grow strongly in Nov: PMI",12/17/2023,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services grow strongly in Nov: PMI .",positive,0.998537183
Sri Lanka’s Rajapaksa recalls war triumph in party revival attempt,12/16/2023,Political News,"Most SLPP ministers, its elected leader were ousted by mass protests after economic crisis ","Sri Lanka’s Rajapaksa recalls war triumph in party revival attempt Most SLPP ministers, its elected leader were ousted by mass protests after economic crisis ",positive,0.947674692
Sri Lanka GDP expands 1.6-pct in third quarter,12/15/2023,Economy,"Agriculture expanded 3-pct in the quarter, industries 0.3-pct and services 1.3-pct","Sri Lanka GDP expands 1.6-pct in third quarter Agriculture expanded 3-pct in the quarter, industries 0.3-pct and services 1.3-pct",positive,0.990271628
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 326.90/327.10 to the US dollar,12/15/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.90/327.10 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 326.90/327.10 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.90/327.10 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.",negative,-0.992430627
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, lack of interest persists",12/15/2023,Commodities,"Turnover was low at 508 million. Most of this came from the food, beverage and tobacco sector (131 million).","Sri Lanka stocks close down, lack of interest persists Turnover was low at 508 million. Most of this came from the food, beverage and tobacco sector (131 million).",negative,-0.998784006
Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon to raise 5bn through debenture issue,12/15/2023,Banking,"Bank of Ceylon plans to issue BASEL III compliant debentures with non-viability write down features, to raise 5bn rupees","Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon to raise 5bn through debenture issue Bank of Ceylon plans to issue BASEL III compliant debentures with non-viability write down features, to raise 5bn rupees",negative,-0.980618894
"Sri Lanka to revise fisheries act, calls for investments",12/15/2023,Fisheries,Plans to revise the fisheries act after consultation with stakeholders and field experts.,"Sri Lanka to revise fisheries act, calls for investments Plans to revise the fisheries act after consultation with stakeholders and field experts.",negative,-0.915780485
Realtors shy away from affordable housing: Industry analysts,12/15/2023,Construction and Real Estate,Most realtors interested in building houses for the middle income and higher income group because profit margin is high,Realtors shy away from affordable housing: Industry analysts Most realtors interested in building houses for the middle income and higher income group because profit margin is high,negative,-0.924471498
British Princess to visit Sri Lanka to mark 75 years of diplomacy,12/15/2023,International Relations,Will participate in events to mark 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and the UK,British Princess to visit Sri Lanka to mark 75 years of diplomacy Will participate in events to mark 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and the UK,positive,0.999706686
Sri Lanka to restart 200 stalled creditor funded development projects,12/15/2023,Debt Restructuring,Sri Lanka is to start more than 200 projects funded by creditors that had been halted when it declared bankruptcy,Sri Lanka to restart 200 stalled creditor funded development projects Sri Lanka is to start more than 200 projects funded by creditors that had been halted when it declared bankruptcy,negative,-0.969104111
"Global demand for Sri Lanka's king coconut, government plans branding",12/15/2023,Agriculture,Steps to cultivate it as an export crop and create branding,"Global demand for Sri Lanka's king coconut, government plans branding Steps to cultivate it as an export crop and create branding",positive,0.992203593
Macubator to support Sri Lanka and regional start-ups,12/15/2023,General Industry,"A start-up accelerator backed by MAC Holdings hopes to support aspiring entrepreneurs, uni students commercialize ideas","Macubator to support Sri Lanka and regional start-ups A start-up accelerator backed by MAC Holdings hopes to support aspiring entrepreneurs, uni students commercialize ideas",negative,-0.655396461
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.70/90 to the US dollar,12/15/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.70/90 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.70/90 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.70/90 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.",negative,-0.970247686
Sri Lanka to publish rules to appoint anti-corruption commissioners: IMF report,12/15/2023,Economy,The rules are to be gazette by end-December 2023 as a new structural benchmark,Sri Lanka to publish rules to appoint anti-corruption commissioners: IMF report The rules are to be gazette by end-December 2023 as a new structural benchmark,negative,-0.930602789
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 326.65/90 to the US dollar,12/14/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.65/90 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 326.65/90 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.65/90 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said.",negative,-0.991451442
Sri Lanka hopes to declare out of bankruptcy by Q1 2024: Minister,12/14/2023,Debt Restructuring,"Sri Lanka has already completed domestic, bilateral debt restructuring ","Sri Lanka hopes to declare out of bankruptcy by Q1 2024: Minister Sri Lanka has already completed domestic, bilateral debt restructuring ",negative,-0.987156272
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, low investor interest",12/14/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Thursday, CSE data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close down, low investor interest The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Thursday, CSE data showed.",negative,-0.999358952
"Government needs to spend more on health, education, infrastructure: CoPF chair",12/14/2023,Fiscal,“We are probably one of the lowest expenditure per person on social infrastructure in the entire world.”,"Government needs to spend more on health, education, infrastructure: CoPF chair “We are probably one of the lowest expenditure per person on social infrastructure in the entire world.”",negative,-0.999079943
Sri Lanka to promote aviation sector jobs among school students,12/14/2023,Aviation,"Civil Aviation Authority, SLBC and SriLankan Airlines to promote aviation sector jobs among school children","Sri Lanka to promote aviation sector jobs among school students Civil Aviation Authority, SLBC and SriLankan Airlines to promote aviation sector jobs among school children",positive,0.998026192
"Sri Lanka acting police chief, three others faulted by Supreme Court over torture",12/14/2023,Legal,"Conduct on display, judged even by the lowest of standards, amounts to a magnificent failure of .. rule of law","Sri Lanka acting police chief, three others faulted by Supreme Court over torture Conduct on display, judged even by the lowest of standards, amounts to a magnificent failure of .. rule of law",negative,-0.999389529
Sri Lanka gets climate resilient ‘unsinkable’ boats from FAO,12/14/2023,Fisheries,The boats were made possible through the funding of the Norwegian Government-financed FAO Trust Fund project,Sri Lanka gets climate resilient ‘unsinkable’ boats from FAO The boats were made possible through the funding of the Norwegian Government-financed FAO Trust Fund project,positive,0.990190268
Sri Lanka’s next step is to get bilateral creditors to restart loan programs: President,12/14/2023,Debt Restructuring,Foreign investors can now invest in Sri Lankan projects without doubt and fear: President,Sri Lanka’s next step is to get bilateral creditors to restart loan programs: President Foreign investors can now invest in Sri Lankan projects without doubt and fear: President,negative,-0.804215372
Mismatch between Sri Lanka's migrant workers and global demand: World Bank report,12/14/2023,Employment,"To become globally competitive, Sri Lanka's workforce must gain technical competencies and higher-order cognitive skills","Mismatch between Sri Lanka's migrant workers and global demand: World Bank report To become globally competitive, Sri Lanka's workforce must gain technical competencies and higher-order cognitive skills",negative,-0.984334171
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.50/90 to the US dollar,12/14/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.50/90 to the US dollar on Thursday,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.50/90 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.50/90 to the US dollar on Thursday,negative,-0.975599766
IMF urges recapitalization after Sri Lanka DDR busts central bank finances,12/14/2023,Economy,The government needs to advance without delay the modalities of the CBSL recapitalization,IMF urges recapitalization after Sri Lanka DDR busts central bank finances The government needs to advance without delay the modalities of the CBSL recapitalization,negative,-0.844153225
People's Insurance says tops listed general insurers in pre-tax profits,12/14/2023,Finance,"The firm also had the best combined ratio, the statement said.","People's Insurance says tops listed general insurers in pre-tax profits The firm also had the best combined ratio, the statement said.",positive,0.998532295
Sri Lanka parliament passes 2024 budget aiming to implement IMF reform agenda,12/13/2023,Economy,Government aims higher revenue to reach IMG targets with tax hikes,Sri Lanka parliament passes 2024 budget aiming to implement IMF reform agenda Government aims higher revenue to reach IMG targets with tax hikes,negative,-0.960653186
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 326.70/80 to the US dollar,12/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.70/80 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 326.70/80 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.70/80 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.991577744
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, interest in food, beverage and tobacco sector",12/13/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Wednesday, CSE data showed. ","Sri Lanka stocks close down, interest in food, beverage and tobacco sector The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Wednesday, CSE data showed. ",negative,-0.997933388
Sri Lanka considers house arrest due to prison overcrowding,12/13/2023,Legal,"Considering introduction of legal provisions to retain suspects, accused under house arrest instead of remanding","Sri Lanka considers house arrest due to prison overcrowding Considering introduction of legal provisions to retain suspects, accused under house arrest instead of remanding",negative,-0.993161798
Fuel supplying contracts in 10 airports for SriLankan aircraft,12/13/2023,Aviation,Bids were furnished by 12 aviation fuel supplying companies,Fuel supplying contracts in 10 airports for SriLankan aircraft Bids were furnished by 12 aviation fuel supplying companies,negative,-0.968726218
Sri Lanka can be developed nation if it continues on its recovery path: prez,12/13/2023,Politics,"""The IMF has accepted that we have taken the decisive steps needed to come out of bankruptcy,” said Wickermesinghe.","Sri Lanka can be developed nation if it continues on its recovery path: prez ""The IMF has accepted that we have taken the decisive steps needed to come out of bankruptcy,” said Wickermesinghe.",positive,0.976113141
2.1bn won from Korea tourism for community-based projects in Sri Lanka provinces,12/13/2023,Tourism,"Community-based tourism development project will focus on Central, Northern and Eastern provinces with 2.172bn won grant","2.1bn won from Korea tourism for community-based projects in Sri Lanka provinces Community-based tourism development project will focus on Central, Northern and Eastern provinces with 2.172bn won grant",positive,0.985835016
Sri Lanka consumer confidence continues to decline in November: survey,12/13/2023,Economy,"""Consumer sentiment remains deeply pessimistic about current conditions and future prospects.""","Sri Lanka consumer confidence continues to decline in November: survey ""Consumer sentiment remains deeply pessimistic about current conditions and future prospects.""",negative,-0.998464704
Two acres of plantation land for Sri Lanka's Rangala police station,12/13/2023,Law and Order,Police to acquire two acre land from Udupussellawa Plantation Company's Duckwari Estate to build station,Two acres of plantation land for Sri Lanka's Rangala police station Police to acquire two acre land from Udupussellawa Plantation Company's Duckwari Estate to build station,negative,-0.971100152
Sri Lanka may see early power tariff reduction mid-Jan after unusual rains,12/13/2023,Energy,"“As we pass on losses to consumers we must also pass benefits on to them,” he said.","Sri Lanka may see early power tariff reduction mid-Jan after unusual rains “As we pass on losses to consumers we must also pass benefits on to them,” he said.",negative,-0.971334934
China Civil Engineering Construction to build Sri Lanka Railways factory in Ratmalana,12/13/2023,Transport,The project is a part of the Railway Efficiency Improvement Project implemented with Asian Development Bank funds. ,China Civil Engineering Construction to build Sri Lanka Railways factory in Ratmalana The project is a part of the Railway Efficiency Improvement Project implemented with Asian Development Bank funds. ,positive,0.963111281
"Sri Lanka's free ambulance service to offer pre-hospital care with Microsoft, Wavenet support",12/13/2023,Health,"Suwa Seriya ambulance service to offer more advanced pre-hospital care from Tuesday, Universal Health Coverage Day","Sri Lanka's free ambulance service to offer pre-hospital care with Microsoft, Wavenet support Suwa Seriya ambulance service to offer more advanced pre-hospital care from Tuesday, Universal Health Coverage Day",negative,-0.882664084
"Sri Lanka last rate cut raised inflation risks, limited room for loosening: IMF",12/13/2023,Economy,Excessive loosening may make it difficult to control inflation later ,"Sri Lanka last rate cut raised inflation risks, limited room for loosening: IMF Excessive loosening may make it difficult to control inflation later ",negative,-0.998470247
Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank debenture issue oversubscribed,12/13/2023,Markets,The goal was to raise 6 billion rupees ,Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank debenture issue oversubscribed The goal was to raise 6 billion rupees ,negative,-0.996763706
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.90/327.10 to the US dollar,12/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.90/327.10 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields steady.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.90/327.10 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.90/327.10 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields steady.",positive,0.997112274
Sri Lanka CB committed to ending interest controls ASAP: IMF report,12/13/2023,Banking,The CBSL is committed to eliminating the interest rate caps as soon as possible,Sri Lanka CB committed to ending interest controls ASAP: IMF report The CBSL is committed to eliminating the interest rate caps as soon as possible,negative,-0.989885688
Sri Lanka expected to reach deal with bondholders by second review: IMF report,12/13/2023,Economy,Negotiations with the China Development Bank was also at an advanced stage,Sri Lanka expected to reach deal with bondholders by second review: IMF report Negotiations with the China Development Bank was also at an advanced stage,positive,0.97836715
"Sri Lanka risks have increased, social unrest could re-emerge: IMF report",12/13/2023,Economy,"Social unrest could re-emerge, fueled by falling real incomes, tax rate hikes and energy price increases","Sri Lanka risks have increased, social unrest could re-emerge: IMF report Social unrest could re-emerge, fueled by falling real incomes, tax rate hikes and energy price increases",negative,-0.997064173
Sri Lanka ACU debt to Reserve Bank India converted to US$2.2bn swap,12/13/2023,Economy,Total swaps US$2.6bn,Sri Lanka ACU debt to Reserve Bank India converted to US$2.2bn swap Total swaps US$2.6bn,negative,-0.991565704
Sri Lanka gets US$337mn after IMF review,12/13/2023,Economy,A swift completion and signature of the Memoranda of Understanding with the official creditors is important,Sri Lanka gets US$337mn after IMF review A swift completion and signature of the Memoranda of Understanding with the official creditors is important,negative,-0.555213928
Sri Lanka to appoint authorised agents for online tourist visa applications,12/12/2023,Tourism,"GBS Technology Services, IVS Global, and VFS Global to act as authorised agents for online visa applications ","Sri Lanka to appoint authorised agents for online tourist visa applications GBS Technology Services, IVS Global, and VFS Global to act as authorised agents for online visa applications ",positive,0.890821218
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 326.90/327.00 to the US dollar,12/12/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee appreciated slightly at 326.90/327.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields down.","Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 326.90/327.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee appreciated slightly at 326.90/327.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields down.",negative,-0.997981906
"Sri Lanka shares close up, 1bn turnover",12/12/2023,Commodities,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Tuesday, CSE data showed. Turnover crossed 1 billion.","Sri Lanka shares close up, 1bn turnover The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Tuesday, CSE data showed. Turnover crossed 1 billion.",negative,-0.976440012
Sri Lanka introduces hotline for cybercrime complaints,12/12/2023,Crime,101 hotline for cybercrime complaints,Sri Lanka introduces hotline for cybercrime complaints 101 hotline for cybercrime complaints,positive,0.769291043
Sri Lanka to investigate execution of Henry Pedris a century ago,12/12/2023,People,Gunawardena said that the execution was a result of a plan carried out by officials in the country at the time.,Sri Lanka to investigate execution of Henry Pedris a century ago Gunawardena said that the execution was a result of a plan carried out by officials in the country at the time.,negative,-0.991791368
Sri Lanka to build temporary terminal at BIA,12/12/2023,Aviation,Decision to build a second terminal with the JICA grant was halted when Sri Lanka declared bankruptcy.,Sri Lanka to build temporary terminal at BIA Decision to build a second terminal with the JICA grant was halted when Sri Lanka declared bankruptcy.,negative,-0.998456955
Sri Lanka tertiary education dropouts at 30pct: Vocational training professional,12/12/2023,Education,"High dropout rates could be tackled by allowing employed, mature students attend courses online","Sri Lanka tertiary education dropouts at 30pct: Vocational training professional High dropout rates could be tackled by allowing employed, mature students attend courses online",negative,-0.987524271
Sri Lanka's United Motors acquires Dutch Lanka Trailer,12/12/2023,Autos,Dutch Lanka Trailer Manufacturers has now become a fully owned subsidiary of United Motors Lanka Plc,Sri Lanka's United Motors acquires Dutch Lanka Trailer Dutch Lanka Trailer Manufacturers has now become a fully owned subsidiary of United Motors Lanka Plc,positive,0.726061106
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 327.10/30 to the US dollar,12/12/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 327.10/30 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 327.10/30 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 327.10/30 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.973062217
Sri Lanka to sign PPA for US$1.7bn Australia-backed solar plant with battery storage,12/12/2023,Energy,"United Solar Group to invest in 700mw solar power project on Kilinochchi Poonakary Tank, with FDI of USD1,727mn","Sri Lanka to sign PPA for US$1.7bn Australia-backed solar plant with battery storage United Solar Group to invest in 700mw solar power project on Kilinochchi Poonakary Tank, with FDI of USD1,727mn",negative,-0.97668016
"Sri Lanka parliament approves VAT hike, reducing exemptions to meet IMF revenue goal",12/11/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka is struggling to meet IMF revenue targets,"Sri Lanka parliament approves VAT hike, reducing exemptions to meet IMF revenue goal Sri Lanka is struggling to meet IMF revenue targets",negative,-0.924021065
Sri Lanka rupee closes stable at 327.00/30 to the US dollar,12/11/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.00/30 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.","Sri Lanka rupee closes stable at 327.00/30 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.00/30 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were steady.",positive,0.978818297
"Sri Lanka shares close up, interest in banks",12/11/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Monday, CSE data showed. ","Sri Lanka shares close up, interest in banks The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Monday, CSE data showed. ",negative,-0.969848096
Six investors eyeing stake in Sri LankanAirlines: Minister,12/11/2023,Aviation,"In a pre-bid meeting, the investors have asked to extend the deadline to the middle of January","Six investors eyeing stake in Sri LankanAirlines: Minister In a pre-bid meeting, the investors have asked to extend the deadline to the middle of January",negative,-0.9384408
Top US envoy to visit Sri Lanka in Dec to talk Malaiyaha concerns,12/11/2023,Human Rights,Smith will be in Sri Lanka December 11-15 to discuss minority rights.,Top US envoy to visit Sri Lanka in Dec to talk Malaiyaha concerns Smith will be in Sri Lanka December 11-15 to discuss minority rights.,positive,0.962382853
Sri Lanka takes steps to ratify ILO C188 to protect fishermen,12/11/2023,Fisheries,Sri Lanka hopes to ratify the international Labour Organization's 'Work in Fishing Convention (C188).,Sri Lanka takes steps to ratify ILO C188 to protect fishermen Sri Lanka hopes to ratify the international Labour Organization's 'Work in Fishing Convention (C188).,negative,-0.76554203
Sri Lanka opposition leader rubbishes reports of reunion with president,12/11/2023,Politics,"""Ranil and Sajith will never come together,"" Premadasa said","Sri Lanka opposition leader rubbishes reports of reunion with president ""Ranil and Sajith will never come together,"" Premadasa said",negative,-0.999201119
"Sri Lanka's Singer Finance rating cut to BBB (lka), outlook stable: Fitch",12/11/2023,Stocks & Companies,Fitch Ratings has downgraded the national long-term rating of Sri Lanka’s Singer Finance (Lanka) Plc to ‘BBB (lka)â€...,"Sri Lanka's Singer Finance rating cut to BBB (lka), outlook stable: Fitch Fitch Ratings has downgraded the national long-term rating of Sri Lanka’s Singer Finance (Lanka) Plc to ‘BBB (lka)â€...",negative,-0.998182178
Sri Lanka's ousted utilities regulatory chief convinced he'll be president,12/11/2023,Energy,"""That's not all, I'm the definite president at a future presidential election,"" he said.","Sri Lanka's ousted utilities regulatory chief convinced he'll be president ""That's not all, I'm the definite president at a future presidential election,"" he said.",positive,0.997234881
Sri Lanka wants university research to lead to commercially viable products,12/11/2023,General Industry,"Ministry of Industries pushes universities, business to work together to produce exportable, commercially-ready products","Sri Lanka wants university research to lead to commercially viable products Ministry of Industries pushes universities, business to work together to produce exportable, commercially-ready products",positive,0.562038302
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 327.00/50 to the US dollar,12/11/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.00/50 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were up.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 327.00/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.00/50 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were up.",negative,-0.800884664
"Sri Lanka promoting Buddhist tourism from Vietnam, ASEAN",12/10/2023,Business,Plans to connect 100 temples in the ASEAN regions with those in Sri Lanka,"Sri Lanka promoting Buddhist tourism from Vietnam, ASEAN Plans to connect 100 temples in the ASEAN regions with those in Sri Lanka",positive,0.990758061
ADB $200mn loan for Sri Lanka economic stabilization efforts,12/9/2023,Economic Crisis,The expected outcome is a stable financial system providing access to affordable finance for businesses,ADB $200mn loan for Sri Lanka economic stabilization efforts The expected outcome is a stable financial system providing access to affordable finance for businesses,positive,0.999122322
Sri Lanka in blackout as power grid hit by cascading failure,12/9/2023,Energy,Sri Lanka was hit by a cascading failure in December 2021 also in similar conditions,Sri Lanka in blackout as power grid hit by cascading failure Sri Lanka was hit by a cascading failure in December 2021 also in similar conditions,negative,-0.998633802
Sri Lanka to host regional Food and Agriculture Organization conference,12/9/2023,Agriculture,"The APRC agenda will include a forum on agritourism, especially requested by the Sri Lankan government. ","Sri Lanka to host regional Food and Agriculture Organization conference The APRC agenda will include a forum on agritourism, especially requested by the Sri Lankan government. ",positive,0.99139154
Sri Lanka November 2023 tourism revenue jumps to $205 mln from last year’s $81 mln,12/9/2023,Tourism,"The revenues for the first 11 months were $1.8 billion, 78.3 percent up from $1 billion in the same period in 2022.","Sri Lanka November 2023 tourism revenue jumps to $205 mln from last year’s $81 mln The revenues for the first 11 months were $1.8 billion, 78.3 percent up from $1 billion in the same period in 2022.",positive,0.724322379
Sri Lanka official remittances up 40-pct in November as improved FX policy helps,12/9/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka received $5.4 billion through remittances from official channels in the first 11 months of 2023 ,Sri Lanka official remittances up 40-pct in November as improved FX policy helps Sri Lanka received $5.4 billion through remittances from official channels in the first 11 months of 2023 ,negative,-0.921918571
"Ahead of elections, Sri Lanka leader suggests 70% hike for plantation workers",12/8/2023,Economy,President Wickremesinghe has said both presidency and parliamentary polls will be held next year,"Ahead of elections, Sri Lanka leader suggests 70% hike for plantation workers President Wickremesinghe has said both presidency and parliamentary polls will be held next year",negative,-0.76353538
Sri Lanka FM hits out at double standards of Western nations on human rights,12/8/2023,Human Rights,Sri Lanka is facing international probe into its past human rights conduct,Sri Lanka FM hits out at double standards of Western nations on human rights Sri Lanka is facing international probe into its past human rights conduct,positive,0.898025215
Sri Lanka seeks more information from foreign ships after concerns over Chinese research vessel,12/8/2023,International Relations,Sri Lanka permitted two Chinese research ships with 14 months amid Indian security concerns,Sri Lanka seeks more information from foreign ships after concerns over Chinese research vessel Sri Lanka permitted two Chinese research ships with 14 months amid Indian security concerns,negative,-0.998485625
Sri Lanka's Mattala airport management to private investor,12/8/2023,Aviation,Sri Lanka will soon award the management of Mattala International Airport to a private investor on a 30-year contract,Sri Lanka's Mattala airport management to private investor Sri Lanka will soon award the management of Mattala International Airport to a private investor on a 30-year contract,positive,0.990446329
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, banks and bluechips drive turnover",12/8/2023,Commodities,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Friday, CSE data showed. Turnover crossed the one billion mark.","Sri Lanka stocks close up, banks and bluechips drive turnover The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Friday, CSE data showed. Turnover crossed the one billion mark.",negative,-0.991798878
Sri Lanka rupee weakens a bit at 327.00/30 to the US dollar,12/8/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.00/30 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were up.","Sri Lanka rupee weakens a bit at 327.00/30 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.00/30 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were up.",negative,-0.995956004
Sri Lanka to establish commission for reconciliation,12/8/2023,Race Relations,A key objective of this process is to establish the truth regarding post-conflict grievances of Sri Lankan citizens,Sri Lanka to establish commission for reconciliation A key objective of this process is to establish the truth regarding post-conflict grievances of Sri Lankan citizens,positive,0.99613589
Sri Lanka's Lotus Tower to open its revolving restaurant on Dec 09,12/8/2023,Economy,"The company has earned some 1,026 million rupees in revenue over the last 14 months.","Sri Lanka's Lotus Tower to open its revolving restaurant on Dec 09 The company has earned some 1,026 million rupees in revenue over the last 14 months.",positive,0.97717911
Sri Lanka considers lunch sheet ban,12/8/2023,Environment,Parliament Sectoral Oversight Committee recommends lunch sheet ban after grace period of 6 months ,Sri Lanka considers lunch sheet ban Parliament Sectoral Oversight Committee recommends lunch sheet ban after grace period of 6 months ,negative,-0.988671899
"Sri Lanka postal workers demand 20,000-rupee pay hike from Jan",12/8/2023,Economy,The union leader called President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s 2024 budget an “illusion” targeting next year’s electio...,"Sri Lanka postal workers demand 20,000-rupee pay hike from Jan The union leader called President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s 2024 budget an “illusion” targeting next year’s electio...",negative,-0.937096417
"Global Tamil Forum, monks, meet Sri Lanka’s president",12/8/2023,Race Relations,The Global Tamil Forum (GTF) and prominent Buddhist monks met President to advocate for a pluralistic Sri Lanka,"Global Tamil Forum, monks, meet Sri Lanka’s president The Global Tamil Forum (GTF) and prominent Buddhist monks met President to advocate for a pluralistic Sri Lanka",positive,0.992944658
Sri Lanka rupee opens stable at 326.60/90 to the US dollar,12/8/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.60/90 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were up.","Sri Lanka rupee opens stable at 326.60/90 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.60/90 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were up.",negative,-0.836198747
Sri Lankan migrant workers for Japan civil aviation sector,12/8/2023,Aviation,"Sri Lankans to work in Japan's Civil Aviation sector, Minister of Labour and Foreign Employment said","Sri Lankan migrant workers for Japan civil aviation sector Sri Lankans to work in Japan's Civil Aviation sector, Minister of Labour and Foreign Employment said",positive,0.672061741
Galle Literary Festival to bring more international visitors to Sri Lanka,12/8/2023,Tourism,"Galle Literary Festival organizers expect an estimated 6,000 to 15,000 visitors in January 2024","Galle Literary Festival to bring more international visitors to Sri Lanka Galle Literary Festival organizers expect an estimated 6,000 to 15,000 visitors in January 2024",negative,-0.804779828
Sri Lanka electricity law draft to reform power sector published,12/8/2023,Energy,Open access and wholesale markets to be allowed,Sri Lanka electricity law draft to reform power sector published Open access and wholesale markets to be allowed,positive,0.871314466
"Sri Lanka's HNB, Commercial Bank, Sampath licensed by Colombo Port City",12/8/2023,Business,The Colombo Port City is a dollarized area where currency competition is allowed,"Sri Lanka's HNB, Commercial Bank, Sampath licensed by Colombo Port City The Colombo Port City is a dollarized area where currency competition is allowed",positive,0.929043949
"SLPP enjoying ""great demand"" from potential presidential candidates: Namal",12/7/2023,Politics,"“There is great demand: entrepreneurs, businessmen, politicians, are all there. There are presidents too,"" he said.","SLPP enjoying ""great demand"" from potential presidential candidates: Namal “There is great demand: entrepreneurs, businessmen, politicians, are all there. There are presidents too,"" he said.",positive,0.998912454
Sri Lanka ruling party MP contradicts poll to claim his party is overtaking president's,12/7/2023,Politics,"“Parliamentary elections can be called if needed. But that’s not how it is with the presidential election.""","Sri Lanka ruling party MP contradicts poll to claim his party is overtaking president's “Parliamentary elections can be called if needed. But that’s not how it is with the presidential election.""",negative,-0.993272901
Sri Lanka president appoints main opposition MP advisor,12/7/2023,Politics,"Suresh’s “pivotal role will centre around overseeing the comprehensive integration of Hill Country Tamils"".","Sri Lanka president appoints main opposition MP advisor Suresh’s “pivotal role will centre around overseeing the comprehensive integration of Hill Country Tamils"".",positive,0.997957706
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 326.60/90 to the US dollar,12/7/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.60/90 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 326.60/90 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.60/90 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.99956423
"Sri Lanka stocks up, but turnover low",12/7/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Thursday, CSE data showed. However, turnover was at a low 430 million.","Sri Lanka stocks up, but turnover low The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Thursday, CSE data showed. However, turnover was at a low 430 million.",negative,-0.991470039
"Sri Lanka, Maldives to cooperate legally on criminal matters",12/7/2023,Legal,Sri Lanka will sign an agreement with Maldives on mutual legal assistance in criminal matters,"Sri Lanka, Maldives to cooperate legally on criminal matters Sri Lanka will sign an agreement with Maldives on mutual legal assistance in criminal matters",positive,0.989945114
Sri Lanka plans accreditation for every profession,12/7/2023,Employment,We hope to introduce many more professional associations like the Bar Association,Sri Lanka plans accreditation for every profession We hope to introduce many more professional associations like the Bar Association,positive,0.997104585
Sri Lanka hopes to attract investment at International Water Summit,12/7/2023,General Services,This conference is to showcase to the international community that Sri Lanka is open for attracting investment,Sri Lanka hopes to attract investment at International Water Summit This conference is to showcase to the international community that Sri Lanka is open for attracting investment,positive,0.997481406
"Sri Lanka Telecom, SriLankan Airlines bid deadlines extended",12/7/2023,Economy,Request for proposal documents to qualified investors who express interest,"Sri Lanka Telecom, SriLankan Airlines bid deadlines extended Request for proposal documents to qualified investors who express interest",negative,-0.807502985
Sri Lanka's Tess Agro to raise funds with rights issue,12/7/2023,Markets,Tess Agro Plc is proposing a rights issue of ordinary voting shares and ordinary non-voting shares,Sri Lanka's Tess Agro to raise funds with rights issue Tess Agro Plc is proposing a rights issue of ordinary voting shares and ordinary non-voting shares,negative,-0.794842303
Sri Lanka to raise fines after high inflation,12/7/2023,Consumer Affairs,"Old fines do not match the recent substantial rises in prices of goods and services, only small fines are made: Minister","Sri Lanka to raise fines after high inflation Old fines do not match the recent substantial rises in prices of goods and services, only small fines are made: Minister",negative,-0.992863119
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.30/50 to the US dollar,12/7/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.30/50 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.30/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.30/50 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999520063
Sri Lanka minimum room rates were a temporary help to hotels: Minister,12/7/2023,Business,President had made a clear remark that market forces to keep running,Sri Lanka minimum room rates were a temporary help to hotels: Minister President had made a clear remark that market forces to keep running,negative,-0.787012577
Sri Lanka traders oppose calls to further hike 115-pct tile import taxes,12/7/2023,Economy,"When a couple gets married, the first thing they are looking for is a to build a house","Sri Lanka traders oppose calls to further hike 115-pct tile import taxes When a couple gets married, the first thing they are looking for is a to build a house",negative,-0.995716512
COP28 sees new era for climate action with $57 bln pledge; Sri Lanka’s proposals need approval,12/6/2023,Climate Change,Sri Lanka President submitted three ambitious proposals at COP28,COP28 sees new era for climate action with $57 bln pledge; Sri Lanka’s proposals need approval Sri Lanka President submitted three ambitious proposals at COP28,negative,-0.897919655
Sri Lanka to start international tourism branding campaign,12/6/2023,Business,Hopes to reach 2.3mn tourists next year,Sri Lanka to start international tourism branding campaign Hopes to reach 2.3mn tourists next year,positive,0.931264579
Sri Lanka 3-month Treasuries yields fall,12/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,The debt office offered 55 billion rupees of 3 -month bills and sold 87 billion,Sri Lanka 3-month Treasuries yields fall The debt office offered 55 billion rupees of 3 -month bills and sold 87 billion,negative,-0.99444288
Sri Lanka's new commission to set standards for private university degrees: Minister,12/6/2023,Education,Sri Lanka's free education is under increasing threat after unprecedented economic crisis,Sri Lanka's new commission to set standards for private university degrees: Minister Sri Lanka's free education is under increasing threat after unprecedented economic crisis,negative,-0.979766071
Sri Lanka rupee appreciates slightly at 326.70/327.00 to the US dollar,12/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.70/327.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady...","Sri Lanka rupee appreciates slightly at 326.70/327.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.70/327.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady...",positive,0.998520315
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, energy sector attracts interest",12/6/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Wednesday, CSE data showed. ","Sri Lanka stocks close up, energy sector attracts interest The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Wednesday, CSE data showed. ",positive,0.720166922
"Sri Lanka to buy Enoxaparin injections from Gulf Pharma, Slim Pharmaceuticals",12/6/2023,Health,Procurement for 1.4 million syringes used in the treatment of heart patients.,"Sri Lanka to buy Enoxaparin injections from Gulf Pharma, Slim Pharmaceuticals Procurement for 1.4 million syringes used in the treatment of heart patients.",negative,-0.989436865
Sri Lanka ragging hotline receives complaints,12/6/2023,Education,21 complaints of ragging in state universities since the establishment of a special hotline two months ago,Sri Lanka ragging hotline receives complaints 21 complaints of ragging in state universities since the establishment of a special hotline two months ago,negative,-0.99458164
Sri Lanka to strengthen deposit insurance with World Bank funds,12/6/2023,Banking,The World Bank will provide 150 million US dollars as a loan for Sri Lanka's deposit insurance scheme,Sri Lanka to strengthen deposit insurance with World Bank funds The World Bank will provide 150 million US dollars as a loan for Sri Lanka's deposit insurance scheme,positive,0.912256777
"Sri Lanka, India ECTA deal talks to be wrapped up by March",12/6/2023,Economy,"Next round of talks on the ECTA will take place in India from January 08, 2024","Sri Lanka, India ECTA deal talks to be wrapped up by March Next round of talks on the ECTA will take place in India from January 08, 2024",positive,0.936151028
Sri Lanka's NDB debenture issue oversubscribed,12/6/2023,Markets,The bank received applications for over five billion rupees) for the debenture issue,Sri Lanka's NDB debenture issue oversubscribed The bank received applications for over five billion rupees) for the debenture issue,negative,-0.998875797
Sri Lanka mulls revisable water tariff formula,12/6/2023,General Services,It will be like the monthly fuel price formula,Sri Lanka mulls revisable water tariff formula It will be like the monthly fuel price formula,negative,-0.99458909
"Sri Lanka tourist arrivals rise to 151,000 in November",12/6/2023,Business,Sri Lanka is expecting around 1.5 million visitors in 2023,"Sri Lanka tourist arrivals rise to 151,000 in November Sri Lanka is expecting around 1.5 million visitors in 2023",positive,0.951025069
Sri Lanka included in ADB study aimed at reducing heat impact on women,12/6/2023,Health,The program aligns with the bank’s ambition to provide $100 billion in climate financing,Sri Lanka included in ADB study aimed at reducing heat impact on women The program aligns with the bank’s ambition to provide $100 billion in climate financing,positive,0.951483071
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 327.50/328.00 to the US dollar,12/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 327.50/328.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were slightly up.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 327.50/328.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 327.50/328.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were slightly up.",negative,-0.957064152
Sri Lanka banks seek exceptions on single borrower limits for dollar placements,12/6/2023,Banking,Banks have seen a sharp reversal in net foreign assets over the past year,Sri Lanka banks seek exceptions on single borrower limits for dollar placements Banks have seen a sharp reversal in net foreign assets over the past year,negative,-0.997513413
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 327.40/90 to the US dollar,12/5/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.40/90 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 327.40/90 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.40/90 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.",negative,-0.990224063
Sri Lanka stocks close down as investor sentiment dips,12/5/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Tuesday, CSE data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close down as investor sentiment dips The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Tuesday, CSE data showed.",negative,-0.99848938
Sri Lanka plans to reduce number of school grades from 13 to 12,12/5/2023,Education,The Ministry of Education proposes to reduce the number of school grades from 13 to 12,Sri Lanka plans to reduce number of school grades from 13 to 12 The Ministry of Education proposes to reduce the number of school grades from 13 to 12,negative,-0.993608475
Dutch government returns artefacts to Sri Lanka,12/5/2023,Culture,"Six Sri Lankan artefacts have been returned by the Netherlands, and are on display at the National Museum","Dutch government returns artefacts to Sri Lanka Six Sri Lankan artefacts have been returned by the Netherlands, and are on display at the National Museum",positive,0.959560335
SriLankan Airlines flies in Indian journalists to promote tourism,12/5/2023,Aviation,Airline organized a tour of the island for journalists from India's mainstream print and news media,SriLankan Airlines flies in Indian journalists to promote tourism Airline organized a tour of the island for journalists from India's mainstream print and news media,positive,0.989395678
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 328.30/40 to the US dollar,12/5/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.30/40 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 328.30/40 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.30/40 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.974211752
Sri Lanka finding ways to clear 1.1mn pending cases: Justice Minister,12/5/2023,Legal,Steps to speed up 1.1 million pending court cases and encourage alternative dispute solving ,Sri Lanka finding ways to clear 1.1mn pending cases: Justice Minister Steps to speed up 1.1 million pending court cases and encourage alternative dispute solving ,positive,0.959417462
Sri Lanka stocks close up as some investor interest returns,12/4/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Monday, CSE data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close up as some investor interest returns The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Monday, CSE data showed.",negative,-0.972334206
Sri Lanka rupee closes broadly steady at 328.10/30 to the US dollar,12/4/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.10/30 to the US dollar on Monday,Sri Lanka rupee closes broadly steady at 328.10/30 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.10/30 to the US dollar on Monday,negative,-0.968628526
"Gov minister highlights abortion rights, sex-ed for children, and Sri Lanka men killing their women",12/4/2023,Crime,"Police, judiciary and legislators have failed Sri Lanka's women and children","Gov minister highlights abortion rights, sex-ed for children, and Sri Lanka men killing their women Police, judiciary and legislators have failed Sri Lanka's women and children",positive,0.921172857
Sri Lanka merchandise exports down 14.6-pct in Oct 2023,12/4/2023,Economy,Apparels down 20-pct,Sri Lanka merchandise exports down 14.6-pct in Oct 2023 Apparels down 20-pct,negative,-0.999385118
Sri Lanka health sector to receive WHO assistance,12/4/2023,Health,Health sector is to receive financial and technical support from the World Health Organization,Sri Lanka health sector to receive WHO assistance Health sector is to receive financial and technical support from the World Health Organization,positive,0.985748827
Sri Lanka revolving restaurant to open in time for holiday season,12/4/2023,Business,Citrus Leisure Plc has said it will open its revolving restaurant at the Lotus Tower in a week or so.,Sri Lanka revolving restaurant to open in time for holiday season Citrus Leisure Plc has said it will open its revolving restaurant at the Lotus Tower in a week or so.,positive,0.995978475
Sri Lanka opposition questions utility provider's profits from hydro generation,12/4/2023,Energy,"“Are we to keep our mouths shut when half a million people are going to lose their electricity?""","Sri Lanka opposition questions utility provider's profits from hydro generation “Are we to keep our mouths shut when half a million people are going to lose their electricity?""",negative,-0.997813344
"Sri Lanka president, Bill Gates talk climate action collaboration",12/4/2023,Weather and Climate,Gates expressed the commitment of the BMGF to support Sri Lanka in building a robust and climate-resilient nation.,"Sri Lanka president, Bill Gates talk climate action collaboration Gates expressed the commitment of the BMGF to support Sri Lanka in building a robust and climate-resilient nation.",positive,0.999063194
Sri Lanka's Haycarb begins coconut growing campaign in North,12/4/2023,Agriculture,"Haycarb aims to plant 100,000 coconut trees in the Northern regions of Sri Lanka","Sri Lanka's Haycarb begins coconut growing campaign in North Haycarb aims to plant 100,000 coconut trees in the Northern regions of Sri Lanka",negative,-0.819374263
Sri Lanka opposition leader vows to punish those responsible for financial crisis,12/4/2023,Politics,"""No one will be able to take away my determination to bring the rogue family that robbed this country to book,” he sai...","Sri Lanka opposition leader vows to punish those responsible for financial crisis ""No one will be able to take away my determination to bring the rogue family that robbed this country to book,” he sai...",negative,-0.997400999
Sri Lanka to give 2-pct interest loans to entrepreneurs with ADB support,12/4/2023,Business,30 billion rupees has been set aside by the government and the Asian Development Bank,Sri Lanka to give 2-pct interest loans to entrepreneurs with ADB support 30 billion rupees has been set aside by the government and the Asian Development Bank,negative,-0.992182195
Sri Lanka external government debt falls slightly over Sept 2023 quarter,12/4/2023,Economy,"External government debt includes 4,229 million US dollars in arrears","Sri Lanka external government debt falls slightly over Sept 2023 quarter External government debt includes 4,229 million US dollars in arrears",negative,-0.993946016
Sri Lanka rupee opens flat at 328.00/10 to the US dollar,12/4/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.00/10 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens flat at 328.00/10 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.00/10 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.",negative,-0.997643292
Sri Lanka new single borrower limits seen having 'drastic effect' on private credit,12/4/2023,Banking,We are an outlier in the region also. So we have to fix at some point. The question is should we fix it now?,Sri Lanka new single borrower limits seen having 'drastic effect' on private credit We are an outlier in the region also. So we have to fix at some point. The question is should we fix it now?,negative,-0.997482002
"ADB, World Bank leads as Sri Lanka gets US$1.5bn in loans in 2023",12/4/2023,Economy,Debt and interest repayments were 912 million US dollars,"ADB, World Bank leads as Sri Lanka gets US$1.5bn in loans in 2023 Debt and interest repayments were 912 million US dollars",positive,0.983734369
Sri Lanka leader launches ambitious International Climate Change University at COP28,12/3/2023,Climate Change,International University is one of the three ambition plans presented by Sri Lanka leader at COP28,Sri Lanka leader launches ambitious International Climate Change University at COP28 International University is one of the three ambition plans presented by Sri Lanka leader at COP28,positive,0.998608649
"UAE investors express interest in Sri Lanka’s energy, tourism, ports, real estate: Ali Sabry",12/3/2023,Investment,Sri Lanka embassy to facilitate a higher level UAE business delegation visit to Sri Lanka,"UAE investors express interest in Sri Lanka’s energy, tourism, ports, real estate: Ali Sabry Sri Lanka embassy to facilitate a higher level UAE business delegation visit to Sri Lanka",positive,0.998134196
Sri Lanka to push for green initiative investment “after OCC finalizing” debt deals - President,12/3/2023,Climate Change,"Sri Lanka leader has sought international backing for CJF, TBI, and International Climate Change University","Sri Lanka to push for green initiative investment “after OCC finalizing” debt deals - President Sri Lanka leader has sought international backing for CJF, TBI, and International Climate Change University",positive,0.927195549
Sri Lanka alcohol regulations may be spurring moonshine: Minister,12/3/2023,Legal,Sri Lanka is currently discussing changing the opening times of bars,Sri Lanka alcohol regulations may be spurring moonshine: Minister Sri Lanka is currently discussing changing the opening times of bars,negative,-0.968644559
Sri Lanka banks repay debt or collect US$1.7bn to Sept 2023,12/3/2023,Economy,Banks have repaid or collected US$3.4bn since April 2022,Sri Lanka banks repay debt or collect US$1.7bn to Sept 2023 Banks have repaid or collected US$3.4bn since April 2022,negative,-0.862965345
Sri Lanka UGC wants to boost number of IT-related degrees,12/2/2023,Education,Sri Lanka has been producing more Art graduates than technology-led grads ,Sri Lanka UGC wants to boost number of IT-related degrees Sri Lanka has been producing more Art graduates than technology-led grads ,negative,-0.960669875
Sri Lanka leader inaugurates Climate Justice Forum at COP28 in Dubai,12/2/2023,Climate Change,CJF is expected to become a rallying point for countries vulnerable for climate change ,Sri Lanka leader inaugurates Climate Justice Forum at COP28 in Dubai CJF is expected to become a rallying point for countries vulnerable for climate change ,positive,0.597876489
Sri Lanka IMF review goes to executive board on December 12,12/2/2023,Economy,After OCC assurance came,Sri Lanka IMF review goes to executive board on December 12 After OCC assurance came,negative,-0.955209851
CORRECTION - Sri Lanka president extends import levies on selected foods,12/2/2023,Fiscal,Sri Lanka is yet to receive the second tranche of around $330 million,CORRECTION - Sri Lanka president extends import levies on selected foods Sri Lanka is yet to receive the second tranche of around $330 million,negative,-0.990336657
Sri Lanka's ulundu corruption driven by nationalist autarky mafia under fire,12/2/2023,Economy, We do not see an increase in domestic production. What has increased is the price,Sri Lanka's ulundu corruption driven by nationalist autarky mafia under fire  We do not see an increase in domestic production. What has increased is the price,positive,0.985323191
"Sri Lanka bondholders seek official creditor deal terms, say slow progress on talks",12/1/2023,Economy,significant lack of transparency on the part of official sector creditors ,"Sri Lanka bondholders seek official creditor deal terms, say slow progress on talks significant lack of transparency on the part of official sector creditors ",negative,-0.999413729
"With criticism, Sri Lanka leader strongly pushes for CJF, investment in TB at COP28",12/1/2023,Weather and Climate,Says Sri Lanka sees many impacts of climate change now ,"With criticism, Sri Lanka leader strongly pushes for CJF, investment in TB at COP28 Says Sri Lanka sees many impacts of climate change now ",negative,-0.529857337
"Sri Lanka, India leaders meet at COP-28, discuss issues",12/1/2023,International Relations,Modi said that it was “wonderful to connect and discuss various issues” with Wickremesinghe.,"Sri Lanka, India leaders meet at COP-28, discuss issues Modi said that it was “wonderful to connect and discuss various issues” with Wickremesinghe.",positive,0.999847412
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 328.00/10 to the US dollar,12/1/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.00/10 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 328.00/10 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.00/10 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999558985
"Sri Lanka stocks close up 1 pct, investor interest in banks",12/1/2023,Markets,"Investor interest in banking sector after Paris-Club agreement, loans","Sri Lanka stocks close up 1 pct, investor interest in banks Investor interest in banking sector after Paris-Club agreement, loans",negative,-0.801119745
Thriposha supplements to resume after Sri Lanka allows higher aflatoxin presence,12/1/2023,Health,"Thriposha supplement from next week, after amending permissible levels of aflatoxins in its ingredients","Thriposha supplements to resume after Sri Lanka allows higher aflatoxin presence Thriposha supplement from next week, after amending permissible levels of aflatoxins in its ingredients",negative,-0.986814976
"Sri Lanka govt MPs up in arms over opposition leader ""taking up time"" on cricket issue",12/1/2023,Politics,Premadasa called his question a matter of “national importance”.,"Sri Lanka govt MPs up in arms over opposition leader ""taking up time"" on cricket issue Premadasa called his question a matter of “national importance”.",negative,-0.763784051
"Sri Lanka NPLs seen peaking around 13-pct, some sectors hit up to 30-pct",12/1/2023,Banking,"Hotels, transport and arts and entertainment sectors had bad loans of 30 to 20 percent","Sri Lanka NPLs seen peaking around 13-pct, some sectors hit up to 30-pct Hotels, transport and arts and entertainment sectors had bad loans of 30 to 20 percent",negative,-0.998930275
"Sri Lanka's power regulator, USAID launch dispatch data dashboard",12/1/2023,Energy,The dashboard is ​an online platform designed to enhance transparency in the management of power distribution.,"Sri Lanka's power regulator, USAID launch dispatch data dashboard The dashboard is ​an online platform designed to enhance transparency in the management of power distribution.",positive,0.987858951
"Sri Lanka promotes HIV swab test, app to increase detection",12/1/2023,Health,"Compared to 2021, there was a 48 percent increase in the number of people living with HIV in this country in 2022. ","Sri Lanka promotes HIV swab test, app to increase detection Compared to 2021, there was a 48 percent increase in the number of people living with HIV in this country in 2022. ",positive,0.557225466
Sri Lanka's Cargills Bank plans IPO,12/1/2023,Stocks & Companies,"The Bank proposes to issue 62,500,000 ordinary voting shares at a price of 8.00 rupees a share.","Sri Lanka's Cargills Bank plans IPO The Bank proposes to issue 62,500,000 ordinary voting shares at a price of 8.00 rupees a share.",negative,-0.978364646
Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 327.70/328.00 to the US dollar,12/1/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 327.70/328.00 to the US dollar on Friday. Market up, bonds down.","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 327.70/328.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 327.70/328.00 to the US dollar on Friday. Market up, bonds down.",negative,-0.992727995
"Sri Lanka imports rise in Oct 23 as remittances, tourism flows pick up",12/1/2023,Economy,"Tourism, remittance and exports exceed imports ","Sri Lanka imports rise in Oct 23 as remittances, tourism flows pick up Tourism, remittance and exports exceed imports ",positive,0.930109262
"Sri Lanka revises down price of widely used petrol, diesel",12/1/2023,Energy,Government to impose 18 percent tax on fuel from January,"Sri Lanka revises down price of widely used petrol, diesel Government to impose 18 percent tax on fuel from January",negative,-0.981751859
Sri Lanka to resume suspended road projects with strict ADB guidance,11/30/2023,Debt Restructuring,Sri Lanka's funding by multilateral funding agencies are now based on achieving target committed to IMF ,Sri Lanka to resume suspended road projects with strict ADB guidance Sri Lanka's funding by multilateral funding agencies are now based on achieving target committed to IMF ,positive,0.951956451
Sri Lanka's COPF govt to re-evaluate a number of VAT exemptions,11/30/2023,Fiscal,COPF has also said the removal of VAT exemptions will not affect ride-hailing services such as Uber and PickMe.,Sri Lanka's COPF govt to re-evaluate a number of VAT exemptions COPF has also said the removal of VAT exemptions will not affect ride-hailing services such as Uber and PickMe.,negative,-0.995003641
Sri Lanka not keen on ad hoc abrogation of tax holidays: Treasury Sec,11/30/2023,Business,Sri Lanka is limiting future tax holidays ,Sri Lanka not keen on ad hoc abrogation of tax holidays: Treasury Sec Sri Lanka is limiting future tax holidays ,negative,-0.997156382
Sri Lanka foreign employment ministry gives Rs 7 Bn to Treasury: ministry,11/30/2023,Economy,The cheque had been handed over during a ceremony attended by President Ranil Wickremesinghe.,Sri Lanka foreign employment ministry gives Rs 7 Bn to Treasury: ministry The cheque had been handed over during a ceremony attended by President Ranil Wickremesinghe.,negative,-0.954299867
Sri Lanka to commence rural road repairs using ADB funds first week of Dec,11/30/2023,Transport,"“There were roads that were in a state of disrepair,” Minister Gunawardana said. “So this is for urgent work.”","Sri Lanka to commence rural road repairs using ADB funds first week of Dec “There were roads that were in a state of disrepair,” Minister Gunawardana said. “So this is for urgent work.”",negative,-0.984885871
Sri Lanka stocks close up after Paris Club agreement,11/30/2023,Commodities,Renewed investor interest after Wednesday’s news official creditor committee agreed on debt restructuring deal.,Sri Lanka stocks close up after Paris Club agreement Renewed investor interest after Wednesday’s news official creditor committee agreed on debt restructuring deal.,negative,-0.987798631
Sri Lanka rupee strengthens slightly at 328.00/15 to the US dollar,11/30/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.00/15 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee strengthens slightly at 328.00/15 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.00/15 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.99860841
Sri Lanka's inflation picks up to 3.4-pct in Nov 2023,11/30/2023,Economy,Rise in electricity and housing sub-index prices drives the index up,Sri Lanka's inflation picks up to 3.4-pct in Nov 2023 Rise in electricity and housing sub-index prices drives the index up,positive,0.993281126
Sri Lanka families of the missing join international conference,11/30/2023,Human Rights,"Families from Colombo, Vavuniya and Batticaloa joined International Conference for Families of Missing persons","Sri Lanka families of the missing join international conference Families from Colombo, Vavuniya and Batticaloa joined International Conference for Families of Missing persons",positive,0.944417834
"Sri Lanka to exempt electricity, kerosene and naptha from VAT",11/30/2023,Energy,"Sri Lanka is likely to maintain the exempt status from value added tax for electricity, kerosene and naptha","Sri Lanka to exempt electricity, kerosene and naptha from VAT Sri Lanka is likely to maintain the exempt status from value added tax for electricity, kerosene and naptha",positive,0.962405682
Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon viability rating on watch on recapitalization,11/30/2023,Banking,"Pending possible recapitalization for losses from state enterprise funding, while confirming a long-term rating at 'CC'","Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon viability rating on watch on recapitalization Pending possible recapitalization for losses from state enterprise funding, while confirming a long-term rating at 'CC'",negative,-0.990427613
E-ticketing system will minimise SLTB losses: Sri Lanka minister,11/30/2023,Transport,Steps are underway to digitalize functions of the Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB),E-ticketing system will minimise SLTB losses: Sri Lanka minister Steps are underway to digitalize functions of the Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB),negative,-0.990220785
Sri Lanka MPs speak up in support of Palestine,11/30/2023,Human Rights,"November 29 is the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, a UN-organized observance.","Sri Lanka MPs speak up in support of Palestine November 29 is the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, a UN-organized observance.",positive,0.980753124
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 328.30/60 to the US dollar,11/30/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.30/60 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 328.30/60 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.30/60 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said.",negative,-0.976273537
"Sri Lanka eyeing investment only deal with India, RCEP hits roadblock: President",11/30/2023,Economy,The RCEP has informed us that they do not have a procedure to admit new members,"Sri Lanka eyeing investment only deal with India, RCEP hits roadblock: President The RCEP has informed us that they do not have a procedure to admit new members",negative,-0.965039074
Sri Lanka says expects quick implementation of Paris Club debt deal,11/29/2023,Economy,This agreement serves a key milestone in Sri Lanka's ongoing endeavour to achieve public debt sustainability ,Sri Lanka says expects quick implementation of Paris Club debt deal This agreement serves a key milestone in Sri Lanka's ongoing endeavour to achieve public debt sustainability ,positive,0.986446261
"Sri Lanka shares close up, turnover remains low",11/29/2023,Commodities,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Wednesday, CSE data showed. ","Sri Lanka shares close up, turnover remains low The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Wednesday, CSE data showed. ",negative,-0.997771144
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 329.25/50 to the US dollar,11/29/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 329.25/50 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 329.25/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 329.25/50 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.992950082
Sri Lanka - Paris Club official creditors reach debt deal,11/29/2023,Economy,.,Sri Lanka - Paris Club official creditors reach debt deal .,negative,-0.982759833
"India to construct 10,000 houses in Sri Lanka plantation areas",11/29/2023,Construction and Real Estate,"The overall commitment of the Indian government under the project is 60,000 houses. ","India to construct 10,000 houses in Sri Lanka plantation areas The overall commitment of the Indian government under the project is 60,000 houses. ",positive,0.983637571
"Sri Lanka to enable addicts to seek treatment through hospitals, police",11/29/2023,Health,"Laws being amended so addicts can refer themselves for rehabilitation through police, hospitals","Sri Lanka to enable addicts to seek treatment through hospitals, police Laws being amended so addicts can refer themselves for rehabilitation through police, hospitals",negative,-0.924365342
Sri Lanka awaiting announcement from OCC on bilateral debt,11/29/2023,Economy,You will hear the outcome very soon,Sri Lanka awaiting announcement from OCC on bilateral debt You will hear the outcome very soon,positive,0.997739911
ADB may provide $400M to Sri Lanka over next three months,11/29/2023,Economy,A US$200mn credit could come as early as December ,ADB may provide $400M to Sri Lanka over next three months A US$200mn credit could come as early as December ,negative,-0.996314585
Sri Lanka's BoI signs deal for cable car system,11/29/2023,Tourism,Board of Investment has signed an agreement to develop a cable car system,Sri Lanka's BoI signs deal for cable car system Board of Investment has signed an agreement to develop a cable car system,positive,0.816543937
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 329.35/45 to the US dollar,11/29/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 329.35/45 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 329.35/45 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 329.35/45 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.980582774
Sri Lanka should say good bye to minimum room rates: President,11/29/2023,Business,We cannot go on crutches anymore,Sri Lanka should say good bye to minimum room rates: President We cannot go on crutches anymore,negative,-0.990257025
Sri Lanka given debt restructuring plan by OCC: Sources,11/29/2023,Economy,China was the first to give a detailed debt restructuring plan,Sri Lanka given debt restructuring plan by OCC: Sources China was the first to give a detailed debt restructuring plan,negative,-0.676321924
Mahinda Rajapaksa states his case on Sri Lanka economic crisis triggers,11/29/2023,Economy,There were no external reasons for Sri Lanka’s economic decline between 2015 and 2019,Mahinda Rajapaksa states his case on Sri Lanka economic crisis triggers There were no external reasons for Sri Lanka’s economic decline between 2015 and 2019,negative,-0.992886722
Sri Lanka expects official creditor committee to follow China very shortly: President,11/28/2023,Economy,Discussions also on-going with private creditors,Sri Lanka expects official creditor committee to follow China very shortly: President Discussions also on-going with private creditors,negative,-0.983484209
"Sri Lanka to re-jig agriculture, give 300,000 acres for commercial farming: President",11/28/2023,Economy,Wet zone paddy farmers to be given freedom to grow what they like,"Sri Lanka to re-jig agriculture, give 300,000 acres for commercial farming: President Wet zone paddy farmers to be given freedom to grow what they like",positive,0.993268907
Sri Lanka stocks close down Tuesday,11/28/2023,Commodities,Turnover was at 724 million. ,Sri Lanka stocks close down Tuesday Turnover was at 724 million. ,negative,-0.961942077
Sri Lanka sells Rs45bn in bonds,11/28/2023,Bonds & Forex,Post-auction window open,Sri Lanka sells Rs45bn in bonds Post-auction window open,negative,-0.892816663
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 329.35/50 to the US dollar,11/28/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 329.35/50 to the US dollar on Tuesday, from 329.15/30 the previous day, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 329.35/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 329.35/50 to the US dollar on Tuesday, from 329.15/30 the previous day, dealers said.",negative,-0.992311418
Sri Lanka president wants 7.5 million tourists including high-payers,11/28/2023,Tourism,"""Tourism was not something that was new to us. It was there even in the time of the Anuradhapura period.""","Sri Lanka president wants 7.5 million tourists including high-payers ""Tourism was not something that was new to us. It was there even in the time of the Anuradhapura period.""",negative,-0.967734456
Sri Lanka looks to sign agreement with Nepal on higher education,11/28/2023,Education,Cabinet approved proposal to enter into an agreement with Nepal to facilitate exchange programs.,Sri Lanka looks to sign agreement with Nepal on higher education Cabinet approved proposal to enter into an agreement with Nepal to facilitate exchange programs.,negative,-0.830616295
Sri Lanka plans CO2 sequestration to be carbon neutral by 2050,11/28/2023,Environment,Road map and strategic plan to achieve carbon neutral status by 2050,Sri Lanka plans CO2 sequestration to be carbon neutral by 2050 Road map and strategic plan to achieve carbon neutral status by 2050,negative,-0.959433258
Sri Lanka to get US$60mn from ADB for road repairs,11/28/2023,Economy,There were roads that were in a bad state of disrepair,Sri Lanka to get US$60mn from ADB for road repairs There were roads that were in a bad state of disrepair,negative,-0.999197543
100 Sri Lanka hospitals on verge of closure due to doctor shortage,11/28/2023,Health,"About 100 rural hospitals are on the verge of closing down due to the lack of doctors,","100 Sri Lanka hospitals on verge of closure due to doctor shortage About 100 rural hospitals are on the verge of closing down due to the lack of doctors,",negative,-0.998551309
Sri Lanka legislator warns thief running loose in central bank,11/28/2023,General Economy,"Individual had apparently stolen a big bundle of notes from the central bank's currency issue office,","Sri Lanka legislator warns thief running loose in central bank Individual had apparently stolen a big bundle of notes from the central bank's currency issue office,",negative,-0.979343176
"Sri Lanka's AKD crosses 50-percent in voting intent poll, but remains unpopular",11/28/2023,Politics,A net favourability rating of less than zero means that the individual or institution is unpopular.,"Sri Lanka's AKD crosses 50-percent in voting intent poll, but remains unpopular A net favourability rating of less than zero means that the individual or institution is unpopular.",negative,-0.998265803
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 329.40/60 to the US dollar,11/28/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 329.40/60 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 329.40/60 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 329.40/60 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.980114639
Sri Lanka to have water pricing formula; discriminatory tariffs in the offing,11/28/2023,Economy,Higher tariffs are likely to be charged from commercial establishments,Sri Lanka to have water pricing formula; discriminatory tariffs in the offing Higher tariffs are likely to be charged from commercial establishments,negative,-0.993802786
Sri Lanka confident of positive responses from creditors: Minister,11/28/2023,Economy,We are confident that all creditors will look at Sri Lanka positively,Sri Lanka confident of positive responses from creditors: Minister We are confident that all creditors will look at Sri Lanka positively,positive,0.999761999
Sri Lanka Chamber Economic Summit begins today,11/28/2023,Economy,"On the theme of 'Sustain Reform, Accelerate Growth'","Sri Lanka Chamber Economic Summit begins today On the theme of 'Sustain Reform, Accelerate Growth'",positive,0.997303367
Sri Lanka optimistic over China’s Myanmar Corridor proposal - govt official,11/27/2023,Trade,Sri Lanka has been looking for all opportunities to come out of its unprecedented economic crisis,Sri Lanka optimistic over China’s Myanmar Corridor proposal - govt official Sri Lanka has been looking for all opportunities to come out of its unprecedented economic crisis,positive,0.936584175
Sri Lanka targets 2.3 million tourists in 2024,11/27/2023,Business,"India, Russia, China, the United Kingdom and Germany  to be top markets","Sri Lanka targets 2.3 million tourists in 2024 India, Russia, China, the United Kingdom and Germany  to be top markets",positive,0.995837808
Sri Lanka awards $4.5 bln oil refinery to China's Sinopec in Hambantota,11/27/2023,Energy,Sri Lanka received 7 bids for the project ,Sri Lanka awards $4.5 bln oil refinery to China's Sinopec in Hambantota Sri Lanka received 7 bids for the project ,negative,-0.952914596
"INTERVIEW - Sri Lanka President eyes Tropical Belt Initiative, CJF at COP28",11/27/2023,Environment,President will address the global COP28 summit on Friday,"INTERVIEW - Sri Lanka President eyes Tropical Belt Initiative, CJF at COP28 President will address the global COP28 summit on Friday",positive,0.992343843
Sri Lanka’s sports minister sacked,11/27/2023,Sports,Ranasinghe had dismissed Sri Lanka Cricket board members and appointed an interim committee ,Sri Lanka’s sports minister sacked Ranasinghe had dismissed Sri Lanka Cricket board members and appointed an interim committee ,negative,-0.935891211
Sri Lanka stocks close down on low investor sentiment,11/27/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Monday, CSE data showed. ","Sri Lanka stocks close down on low investor sentiment The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Monday, CSE data showed. ",negative,-0.999233007
Sri Lanka rupee falls below 329 to the US dollar,11/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 329.15/30 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were up.","Sri Lanka rupee falls below 329 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 329.15/30 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were up.",negative,-0.978685737
"Sri Lanka's BOI attracted increased FDI, particularly in energy: Minister",11/27/2023,Investment,"""The BOI has approved several new projects that will lead the country's energy sector in a new direction.""","Sri Lanka's BOI attracted increased FDI, particularly in energy: Minister ""The BOI has approved several new projects that will lead the country's energy sector in a new direction.""",positive,0.998938382
Russian flight permission delay causing shortfall in Sri Lanka's tourists: SLTDA,11/27/2023,Tourism,Expected five Russian charter flights have been delayed due to a delay in clearance from the Civil Aviation Authority,Russian flight permission delay causing shortfall in Sri Lanka's tourists: SLTDA Expected five Russian charter flights have been delayed due to a delay in clearance from the Civil Aviation Authority,negative,-0.998388886
"Sri Lanka, EU sign financing agreement to promote food sustainability",11/27/2023,Agriculture,"Gov, EU sign financing agreement to promote circular economy, sustainable consumption and production in food sector","Sri Lanka, EU sign financing agreement to promote food sustainability Gov, EU sign financing agreement to promote circular economy, sustainable consumption and production in food sector",positive,0.972484469
Sanitary napkins for Sri Lanka school girls next year: Minister,11/27/2023,Education,Will prioritise regional schools with a focus on poorer and remote ones.,Sanitary napkins for Sri Lanka school girls next year: Minister Will prioritise regional schools with a focus on poorer and remote ones.,negative,-0.993023872
Sri Lanka-UAE trade exceeded USD3.9bn in last two years: Ambassador,11/27/2023,Employment,UAE is one of Sri Lanka’s largest trading partners in the Middle East,Sri Lanka-UAE trade exceeded USD3.9bn in last two years: Ambassador UAE is one of Sri Lanka’s largest trading partners in the Middle East,positive,0.993515372
"Sri Lanka shares trade down, low investor interest",11/27/2023,Commodities,"The Colombo Stock Exchange was trading down mid-day Monday, CSE data showed. ","Sri Lanka shares trade down, low investor interest The Colombo Stock Exchange was trading down mid-day Monday, CSE data showed. ",negative,-0.999530196
Sri Lanka developing law for nuclear power plants: Minister,11/27/2023,Energy,We will be calling EOIs once the legal framework is ready ,Sri Lanka developing law for nuclear power plants: Minister We will be calling EOIs once the legal framework is ready ,negative,-0.99825412
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 328.50/90 to the US dollar,11/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.50/90 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were stable.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 328.50/90 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.50/90 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were stable.",positive,0.986477852
Sri Lanka Water Board makes Rs5.6bn rupee profit,11/27/2023,Business,Non-revenue water rise slightly,Sri Lanka Water Board makes Rs5.6bn rupee profit Non-revenue water rise slightly,positive,0.644893706
"Sri Lanka to get more ADB, WB budget support loans after IMF review",11/27/2023,Economy,The domestic requirement borrowing requirement will further reduce,"Sri Lanka to get more ADB, WB budget support loans after IMF review The domestic requirement borrowing requirement will further reduce",negative,-0.997800171
Sri Lanka trying to pay state salary hike from Jan with tax collections,11/26/2023,Economy,.,Sri Lanka trying to pay state salary hike from Jan with tax collections .,negative,-0.992813051
"Loss of freedom feared from online law, many do not know: survey",11/26/2023,Political News,Only 34 percent of the respondents said they had heard about the bill.,"Loss of freedom feared from online law, many do not know: survey Only 34 percent of the respondents said they had heard about the bill.",negative,-0.998499632
Bhutan - Leveraging Social Media for Economic Growth,11/26/2023,South Asia,.,Bhutan - Leveraging Social Media for Economic Growth .,positive,0.985356271
Sri Lanka gets US$495mn interest free from World Bank as IDA country,11/26/2023,Economy,Another US$196 for 1.5% and 30-year pay back,Sri Lanka gets US$495mn interest free from World Bank as IDA country Another US$196 for 1.5% and 30-year pay back,negative,-0.983174264
Will pass on CEB gains to consumers: Sri Lanka minister,11/25/2023,Power,"If CEB makes any operating profit by December due to rains, those gains will be passed onto consumers in April.","Will pass on CEB gains to consumers: Sri Lanka minister If CEB makes any operating profit by December due to rains, those gains will be passed onto consumers in April.",negative,-0.993320465
Sri Lanka needs permission from India to develop Trinco oil tanks: Minister,11/25/2023,Economy,"For us to give an asset belonging to us, do we have to ask India? - opposition","Sri Lanka needs permission from India to develop Trinco oil tanks: Minister For us to give an asset belonging to us, do we have to ask India? - opposition",negative,-0.998564541
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka eyes $200 mln yearly from foreign ships,11/25/2023,Economic Crisis,"“We lose significant revenue because we don’t have ENCs"" - Minister","Crisis-hit Sri Lanka eyes $200 mln yearly from foreign ships “We lose significant revenue because we don’t have ENCs"" - Minister",negative,-0.998568296
"Sri Lanka in process of rightsizing military; tri forces to be 150,000 by 2030 – State Minister",11/24/2023,Defence,"Despite end of 26-year war, Sri Lanka still allocates higher budget for defence","Sri Lanka in process of rightsizing military; tri forces to be 150,000 by 2030 – State Minister Despite end of 26-year war, Sri Lanka still allocates higher budget for defence",positive,0.52064693
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, turnover low",11/24/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed up on Friday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ","Sri Lanka stocks close up, turnover low Sri Lanka stocks closed up on Friday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ",negative,-0.985090733
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 328.60/80 to the US dollar,11/24/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.60/80 to the US dollar on Friday, the previous day, dealers said. Bond yields were dow...","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 328.60/80 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.60/80 to the US dollar on Friday, the previous day, dealers said. Bond yields were dow...",negative,-0.988725007
Sri Lanka to part repay re-auctioned bonds with cash deposits: CB Governor,11/24/2023,Economy,"The government now has deposits in state banks, not overdrafts","Sri Lanka to part repay re-auctioned bonds with cash deposits: CB Governor The government now has deposits in state banks, not overdrafts",positive,0.946356595
Sri Lanka promotes Tom EJC mango cultivation in Vavuniya,11/24/2023,Agriculture,"""We can’t grow the same produce in every district; it has to be cultivated in large numbers targeting export market,"" ","Sri Lanka promotes Tom EJC mango cultivation in Vavuniya ""We can’t grow the same produce in every district; it has to be cultivated in large numbers targeting export market,"" ",negative,-0.945471942
"Sri Lanka to offer early retirement 34,000 civil protection force",11/24/2023,Defence,"Sri Lanka will provide early retirement to a 34,000 strong civil defence force that protected villages during civil war","Sri Lanka to offer early retirement 34,000 civil protection force Sri Lanka will provide early retirement to a 34,000 strong civil defence force that protected villages during civil war",positive,0.991726756
Sri Lanka bond yields down after rate cut,11/24/2023,Bonds & Forex,100 basis point cut,Sri Lanka bond yields down after rate cut 100 basis point cut,negative,-0.999090552
Sri Lanka central bank cuts policy rate 100bp to 10-pct,11/24/2023,Economy,Says sufficient easing has been done,Sri Lanka central bank cuts policy rate 100bp to 10-pct Says sufficient easing has been done,negative,-0.98506552
Sri Lanka tea exports down 4.1-pct in October,11/24/2023,Business,US dollar values still up,Sri Lanka tea exports down 4.1-pct in October US dollar values still up,negative,-0.996406257
Sri Lanka minister warns of emerging racism ahead of elections,11/24/2023,Parliament,Sri Lankan politicians have historically used racism to divide the country,Sri Lanka minister warns of emerging racism ahead of elections Sri Lankan politicians have historically used racism to divide the country,negative,-0.984871924
Sri Lanka to host international music show,11/23/2023,Tourism,"First of a series of international shows between Sri Lanka, Canada and Malaysia featuring Indian musicians","Sri Lanka to host international music show First of a series of international shows between Sri Lanka, Canada and Malaysia featuring Indian musicians",positive,0.999017
Solar power project at Sri Lanka airport,11/23/2023,Aviation,BIA has started a 100 kilowatt solar power pilot project on the roof of its passenger terminal building,Solar power project at Sri Lanka airport BIA has started a 100 kilowatt solar power pilot project on the roof of its passenger terminal building,negative,-0.825122774
Little change in support for Sri Lanka's political parties in October: survey,11/23/2023,Politics,The NPP had enjoyed support from 42 percent of likely voters in September.,Little change in support for Sri Lanka's political parties in October: survey The NPP had enjoyed support from 42 percent of likely voters in September.,negative,-0.99430275
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, interest in Melstacorp",11/23/2023,Bonds & Forex,Turnover was at 812 million. Melstacorp Plc made up 364 million of this.,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, interest in Melstacorp Turnover was at 812 million. Melstacorp Plc made up 364 million of this.",negative,-0.963391721
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 328.75/80 to US dollar,11/23/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.75/80 to the US dollar on Thursday, from 328.50/65 the previous day, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 328.75/80 to US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.75/80 to the US dollar on Thursday, from 328.50/65 the previous day, dealers said.",negative,-0.987639129
Sri Lanka shipbuilder battered in currency storm,11/23/2023,Business,"Currency crises, global inflation, default pushes up costs and delays deliveries","Sri Lanka shipbuilder battered in currency storm Currency crises, global inflation, default pushes up costs and delays deliveries",negative,-0.998746634
"Sri Lanka to regulate kithul products, allow tapping in forest reserves",11/23/2023,Agriculture,"There is demand for kithul-related products in international market, so standard of kithul treacle must be certified","Sri Lanka to regulate kithul products, allow tapping in forest reserves There is demand for kithul-related products in international market, so standard of kithul treacle must be certified",negative,-0.977617681
Sri Lanka officials discuss next steps in electricity reform,11/23/2023,Power,"Observations made by development agencies ADB, JICA, World Bank, USAID","Sri Lanka officials discuss next steps in electricity reform Observations made by development agencies ADB, JICA, World Bank, USAID",positive,0.9143399
Sending Sri Lankans to work in Israel is insensitive: Legislator,11/23/2023,Employment,Sending our workers to a country that is committing war crimes is like sending workers to nazi Germany,Sending Sri Lankans to work in Israel is insensitive: Legislator Sending our workers to a country that is committing war crimes is like sending workers to nazi Germany,negative,-0.997969806
"Minimum room rates ""worst possible"" policy for Sri Lanka's tourism : Advocata",11/23/2023,Tourism,It will ensure hotels cannot price their rooms at rates lower than those prescribed by the government.,"Minimum room rates ""worst possible"" policy for Sri Lanka's tourism : Advocata It will ensure hotels cannot price their rooms at rates lower than those prescribed by the government.",negative,-0.999585927
"Not a surrogate for the Rajapaksas, insists Sri Lanka president; claims opposition is split",11/23/2023,Politics,“The Rajapaksas have their share of responsibility.”,"Not a surrogate for the Rajapaksas, insists Sri Lanka president; claims opposition is split “The Rajapaksas have their share of responsibility.”",negative,-0.994903564
Sri Lanka libraries go online with digitalisation,11/23/2023,ICT,"We need to move to artificial intelligence, but before that we need to be digitalised","Sri Lanka libraries go online with digitalisation We need to move to artificial intelligence, but before that we need to be digitalised",negative,-0.989090741
"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 328.65/70 to the US dollar, bond yields stable",11/23/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.65/70 to the US dollar on Thursday, from 328.50/65 the previous day, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 328.65/70 to the US dollar, bond yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.65/70 to the US dollar on Thursday, from 328.50/65 the previous day, dealers said.",negative,-0.869393289
Sri Lanka tea production up 21-pct in October,11/23/2023,Agriculture,First 10 month production up 2.5%,Sri Lanka tea production up 21-pct in October First 10 month production up 2.5%,negative,-0.701062977
"Sri Lanka IMF board date after Paris Club-India, prior actions",11/22/2023,Economy,Financing Assurances Review is required,"Sri Lanka IMF board date after Paris Club-India, prior actions Financing Assurances Review is required",negative,-0.894835711
Sri Lanka Minister warns of repeated crisis if politicians don’t back economic recovery,11/22/2023,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka will go for both presidential and parliament election next year,Sri Lanka Minister warns of repeated crisis if politicians don’t back economic recovery Sri Lanka will go for both presidential and parliament election next year,negative,-0.956463218
"Sri Lanka shares close up, turnover at 2 bn",11/22/2023,Markets,Turnover was at 2 billion. ,"Sri Lanka shares close up, turnover at 2 bn Turnover was at 2 billion. ",negative,-0.670978248
Sri Lanka receives 8 RfQ from “potential investors” for Lanka Hospitals PLC,11/22/2023,Economic Crisis,"Sri Lanka government has decided to divest many state-owned businesses to reduce losses, recover from crisis","Sri Lanka receives 8 RfQ from “potential investors” for Lanka Hospitals PLC Sri Lanka government has decided to divest many state-owned businesses to reduce losses, recover from crisis",negative,-0.97847259
Sri Lanka seizes smuggled black gram amid protectionist taxes,11/22/2023,Trade,"Sri Lanka Customs has confiscated 9,500 kilos of black gram (undu) ","Sri Lanka seizes smuggled black gram amid protectionist taxes Sri Lanka Customs has confiscated 9,500 kilos of black gram (undu) ",negative,-0.993547857
"Japan funds Sri Lanka fisheries, weather radar network",11/22/2023,Fisheries,"Japan has provided a JPY 200 mn grant to boost north-east fisheries infrastructure, and JPY 160 mn of a doppler network","Japan funds Sri Lanka fisheries, weather radar network Japan has provided a JPY 200 mn grant to boost north-east fisheries infrastructure, and JPY 160 mn of a doppler network",negative,-0.935151577
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 328.50/65 to US dollar,11/22/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.50/65 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 328.50/65 to US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.50/65 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999529243
Sri Lanka sells Rs145bn Treasury bills,11/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,The 6 and 12 month bills are offered in a post-auction window,Sri Lanka sells Rs145bn Treasury bills The 6 and 12 month bills are offered in a post-auction window,negative,-0.974931717
China EV maker BYD ties up with JKH of Sri Lanka,11/22/2023,Autos,"BYD makes cars, buses, trucks, battery storage and electric charging systems","China EV maker BYD ties up with JKH of Sri Lanka BYD makes cars, buses, trucks, battery storage and electric charging systems",positive,0.956282675
Sri Lanka's indigenous population seek first people's law,11/22/2023,Economy,The first people face legal impediments to practice their lifestyle,Sri Lanka's indigenous population seek first people's law The first people face legal impediments to practice their lifestyle,negative,-0.981497407
Sri Lanka stocks trade up mid-day,11/22/2023,Markets,Turnover was at 1.6 million. ,Sri Lanka stocks trade up mid-day Turnover was at 1.6 million. ,negative,-0.886536896
"Sri Lanka to train 6,000 farmers on sustainable cultivation with UN, EU support",11/22/2023,Agriculture,The farmers will be trained on applying the Integrated Plant Nutrient Management approach in their paddy cultivation.,"Sri Lanka to train 6,000 farmers on sustainable cultivation with UN, EU support The farmers will be trained on applying the Integrated Plant Nutrient Management approach in their paddy cultivation.",positive,0.994353294
Sri Lanka budget has not prioritised North East: Legislator,11/22/2023,Fiscal,The total allocation for the North and East specifically is 4.25 billion.,Sri Lanka budget has not prioritised North East: Legislator The total allocation for the North and East specifically is 4.25 billion.,positive,0.834472477
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 328.40/50 to US dollar,11/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.40/50 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 328.40/50 to US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.40/50 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999474943
Sri Lanka has made progress on child rights since UN convention but work remains: UNICEF,11/22/2023,Human Rights,"""Only 14 percent of Grade 3 students reached all essential learning competencies in literacy.""","Sri Lanka has made progress on child rights since UN convention but work remains: UNICEF ""Only 14 percent of Grade 3 students reached all essential learning competencies in literacy.""",negative,-0.989585459
Sri Lanka allocates Rs 10 bn for elections: Minister,11/22/2023,Polls,Although this provision was not formally presented in the budget proposals but has been factored into the estimates,Sri Lanka allocates Rs 10 bn for elections: Minister Although this provision was not formally presented in the budget proposals but has been factored into the estimates,negative,-0.982617795
"Sri Lanka's Softlogic looking to cut debt, sell down subsidiaries",11/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,Looking for equity partners for specific projects,"Sri Lanka's Softlogic looking to cut debt, sell down subsidiaries Looking for equity partners for specific projects",negative,-0.991061628
Sri Lanka president announces plans for pivoting to green energy exports,11/22/2023,Energy,"The island nation aims to be a regional hub for green hydrogen supply, he said.","Sri Lanka president announces plans for pivoting to green energy exports The island nation aims to be a regional hub for green hydrogen supply, he said.",positive,0.968646526
US$5bn China oil refinery project to Sri Lanka cabinet next week: Minister,11/22/2023,Energy, It will be the single largest investment project ever,US$5bn China oil refinery project to Sri Lanka cabinet next week: Minister  It will be the single largest investment project ever,positive,0.997242093
"Sri Lanka-China deal positive, all official creditors awaited for review: IMF",11/21/2023,Fiscal,"Agreement in-principle with China's Exim Bank positive, assurances from other creditors awaited to go forward","Sri Lanka-China deal positive, all official creditors awaited for review: IMF Agreement in-principle with China's Exim Bank positive, assurances from other creditors awaited to go forward",positive,0.996247113
Sri Lanka budget for 2024 passed,11/21/2023,Economy,Budget passed with 122 voting in favour,Sri Lanka budget for 2024 passed Budget passed with 122 voting in favour,positive,0.979606211
Sri Lanka stocks close down,11/21/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks closed down on Tuesday. ,Sri Lanka stocks close down Sri Lanka stocks closed down on Tuesday. ,negative,-0.998156607
"Sri Lanka's ""forward-looking"" 2024 budget will instill fiscal discipline: MR",11/21/2023,Economy,"“Fiscal discipline is essential for a country,” he said.","Sri Lanka's ""forward-looking"" 2024 budget will instill fiscal discipline: MR “Fiscal discipline is essential for a country,” he said.",positive,0.996284187
Sri Lanka rupee closes at Rs328.60/75 to US dollar,11/21/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at Rs328.60/75 to the US dollar, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at Rs328.60/75 to US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at Rs328.60/75 to the US dollar, dealers said.",negative,-0.994502187
Sri Lanka anticipates record Rs 3 tn in revenue by end 2023: official,11/21/2023,Economy,"As of November 17, state revneue stood at 2,394 billion rupees, the official said.","Sri Lanka anticipates record Rs 3 tn in revenue by end 2023: official As of November 17, state revneue stood at 2,394 billion rupees, the official said.",negative,-0.972167075
Sri Lanka 2024 budget designed to avert another crisis: state minister,11/21/2023,Economy,"It was also draftd with aspirations of surpassing a growth target of 1.8-percent to “2 percent or more”, he said.","Sri Lanka 2024 budget designed to avert another crisis: state minister It was also draftd with aspirations of surpassing a growth target of 1.8-percent to “2 percent or more”, he said.",negative,-0.614981949
Sri Lanka inks deal to send workers to Israel,11/21/2023,Employment,Workers are required for agricultural activities in the warring state.,Sri Lanka inks deal to send workers to Israel Workers are required for agricultural activities in the warring state.,negative,-0.99096489
Sri Lanka Thailand FTA to slash tariffs over 15 years,11/21/2023,Economy,Agreement to boost expect,Sri Lanka Thailand FTA to slash tariffs over 15 years Agreement to boost expect,negative,-0.97740823
R M Parks to invest US$110mn in Sri Lanka fuel distribution,11/21/2023,Energy,Will expand into EV charging and retail services ,R M Parks to invest US$110mn in Sri Lanka fuel distribution Will expand into EV charging and retail services ,positive,0.986349225
Sri Lanka cabinet approves proposed electricity sector reforms bill,11/21/2023,Energy,"Once approved by parliament, new Electricity Act will enable unbundling of CEB, and allow private sector participation","Sri Lanka cabinet approves proposed electricity sector reforms bill Once approved by parliament, new Electricity Act will enable unbundling of CEB, and allow private sector participation",positive,0.956754923
Sri Lanka President asks entrepreneurs to help create regional tourism hub,11/21/2023,Tourism,President has pointed out the need to develop regional tourism markets and create a unified regional tourism bloc,Sri Lanka President asks entrepreneurs to help create regional tourism hub President has pointed out the need to develop regional tourism markets and create a unified regional tourism bloc,positive,0.988743544
"Sri Lanka rupee opens flat at Rs328.00/20, bond yields down",11/21/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.00/20 to the US dollar, CSE opens up, bond yields down","Sri Lanka rupee opens flat at Rs328.00/20, bond yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.00/20 to the US dollar, CSE opens up, bond yields down",negative,-0.999108016
Sri Lanka finance leasing companies face risks from gold price fall: Fitch,11/21/2023,Banking,"NPLs of pawning loans are lower than others, but the number has risen","Sri Lanka finance leasing companies face risks from gold price fall: Fitch NPLs of pawning loans are lower than others, but the number has risen",negative,-0.584930539
Sri Lanka 'social market economy' to expropriate private sugar after midnight tax debacle,11/21/2023,Economy,Expropriated sugar to be issued to supermarkets,Sri Lanka 'social market economy' to expropriate private sugar after midnight tax debacle Expropriated sugar to be issued to supermarkets,negative,-0.980034947
"Sri Lanka ready to join BRI phase two, China FTA to be expedited",11/20/2023,Economy,"China is also prioritising the extension of a China-Myanmar Economic Corridor to the island nation, according to Yiqin.","Sri Lanka ready to join BRI phase two, China FTA to be expedited China is also prioritising the extension of a China-Myanmar Economic Corridor to the island nation, according to Yiqin.",negative,-0.975435972
Every Sri Lankan NIC holder may have to open tax file in future – sources,11/20/2023,Economy,Government targeted 1 million new tax files be opened this year ,Every Sri Lankan NIC holder may have to open tax file in future – sources Government targeted 1 million new tax files be opened this year ,negative,-0.990259469
ADB to assist Sri Lanka water supply projects,11/20/2023,Environment,ADB representatives met government officials to discuss water supply sector reform program,ADB to assist Sri Lanka water supply projects ADB representatives met government officials to discuss water supply sector reform program,positive,0.970845401
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, foreign sales high",11/20/2023,Markets,Net foreign outflow of 523 million,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, foreign sales high Net foreign outflow of 523 million",negative,-0.999067247
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at Rs328.00/20, bond yields steady",11/20/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.00/20 to the US dollar Monday dealers said, while bonds yields were steady.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at Rs328.00/20, bond yields steady Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.00/20 to the US dollar Monday dealers said, while bonds yields were steady.",positive,0.930829942
Sri Lanka will import keeri samba if shortages persist: Minister,11/20/2023,Agriculture,Fernando accused rice mill owners of not releasing rice stocks to the market. ,Sri Lanka will import keeri samba if shortages persist: Minister Fernando accused rice mill owners of not releasing rice stocks to the market. ,negative,-0.997912467
Sri Lanka parliament must decide on its authority on finance: Namal,11/20/2023,Economy,"“We have the question of whether a government policy can be challenged in court,” said Rajapaksa.","Sri Lanka parliament must decide on its authority on finance: Namal “We have the question of whether a government policy can be challenged in court,” said Rajapaksa.",positive,0.559836984
"Sri Lanka, Bangladesh Business Council launched",11/20/2023,Trade,The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has launched the Sri Lanka - Bangladesh Business Council (SBBC).,"Sri Lanka, Bangladesh Business Council launched The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has launched the Sri Lanka - Bangladesh Business Council (SBBC).",positive,0.964597881
Namal takes on opposition for supporting Sri Lanka's 2019 tax cut,11/20/2023,Fiscal,"Main opposition which is now criticizing a tax cut in 2019 was part of a parliament that endorsed them unanimously,","Namal takes on opposition for supporting Sri Lanka's 2019 tax cut Main opposition which is now criticizing a tax cut in 2019 was part of a parliament that endorsed them unanimously,",positive,0.983602166
Sri Lanka must use court verdict to recover stolen assets: CBK,11/20/2023,Economy,"""Citizens can go to court and seek punishment and compensation,” she said.","Sri Lanka must use court verdict to recover stolen assets: CBK ""Citizens can go to court and seek punishment and compensation,” she said.",negative,-0.981866717
High density cultivation system to increase tea yield by five times: Minister,11/20/2023,Tea,Amaraweera promotes high-density tea cultivation system and use of new technology to increase yields. ,High density cultivation system to increase tea yield by five times: Minister Amaraweera promotes high-density tea cultivation system and use of new technology to increase yields. ,positive,0.998470724
Sri Lanka beer battle to froth after Heineken purchase,11/20/2023,Business,Will require new investments,Sri Lanka beer battle to froth after Heineken purchase Will require new investments,negative,-0.997687101
"Sri Lanka budget deficit illegal, fiscal rules should be relaxed: Harsha",11/20/2023,Fiscal,Fiscal Management Responsibility Act states we have to maintain the budget deficit at 5 percent.,"Sri Lanka budget deficit illegal, fiscal rules should be relaxed: Harsha Fiscal Management Responsibility Act states we have to maintain the budget deficit at 5 percent.",negative,-0.992234826
Sri Lanka CEB makes Rs18.2bn loss up to Aug amid controlled prices : FinMin,11/20/2023,Energy,"Cost per unit at selling point had gone up to Rs45.71 per kilo Watt hour, from Rs29.17 per kilo Watt hour last year","Sri Lanka CEB makes Rs18.2bn loss up to Aug amid controlled prices : FinMin Cost per unit at selling point had gone up to Rs45.71 per kilo Watt hour, from Rs29.17 per kilo Watt hour last year",negative,-0.9977265
"Sri Lanka rupee opens at Rs 327.90/328.20, bond yields stable",11/20/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 327.90/328.20 to the US dollar Monday,"Sri Lanka rupee opens at Rs 327.90/328.20, bond yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 327.90/328.20 to the US dollar Monday",positive,0.912740946
Argentina's pro-dollarization Milei wins amid Sri Lanka style objections,11/20/2023,Economy,"In Argentina, several hundred billion US dollars are in any case believed to be held by citizens","Argentina's pro-dollarization Milei wins amid Sri Lanka style objections In Argentina, several hundred billion US dollars are in any case believed to be held by citizens",negative,-0.880844831
Sri Lanka Insurance profits Rs19.5bn up to Aug 2023 amid higher rates,11/20/2023,Economy,Higher yields on investments drive profits,Sri Lanka Insurance profits Rs19.5bn up to Aug 2023 amid higher rates Higher yields on investments drive profits,positive,0.954251468
"Sri Lanka central bank to move to a floating rate, end foreign reserve collection: report",11/19/2023,Economy,Reserves around 3 months of imports deemed as sufficient,"Sri Lanka central bank to move to a floating rate, end foreign reserve collection: report Reserves around 3 months of imports deemed as sufficient",negative,-0.996452808
Sri Lanka Airport SOE makes Rs26.6bn profits with exchange gains,11/19/2023,Economy,Operating profits 14.2 billion rupees,Sri Lanka Airport SOE makes Rs26.6bn profits with exchange gains Operating profits 14.2 billion rupees,positive,0.837056637
Sri Lanka to give farmers freehold rights to 2mn acres of land: President,11/19/2023,Agriculture,Some land cannot even be inherited by a girl child,Sri Lanka to give farmers freehold rights to 2mn acres of land: President Some land cannot even be inherited by a girl child,negative,-0.976721406
"Sri Lanka tax agency gets 198,253 new payers, 16mn more targets found",11/18/2023,Economy,State salaries and pensions consume 49 cents of every tax rupee collected,"Sri Lanka tax agency gets 198,253 new payers, 16mn more targets found State salaries and pensions consume 49 cents of every tax rupee collected",negative,-0.982501745
IMF second tranche by December: Sri Lanka minister,11/18/2023,Debt Restructuring,We anticipate the disbursement of the second instalment from the IMF by December,IMF second tranche by December: Sri Lanka minister We anticipate the disbursement of the second instalment from the IMF by December,negative,-0.997383177
"Sri Lanka, Maldives presidents in bilateral discussions",11/18/2023,International Relations,President Wickremesinghe and Maldivian president Dr Muizzu engaged in bilateral discussions,"Sri Lanka, Maldives presidents in bilateral discussions President Wickremesinghe and Maldivian president Dr Muizzu engaged in bilateral discussions",positive,0.998158276
No power cut due to breakdown in Sri Lanka’s coal power plant: CEB,11/18/2023,Energy,A breakdown in an emergency generator of the Ceylon Electricity Board’s Lakvijaya power plant won't impact consumers,No power cut due to breakdown in Sri Lanka’s coal power plant: CEB A breakdown in an emergency generator of the Ceylon Electricity Board’s Lakvijaya power plant won't impact consumers,negative,-0.999422431
World Bank discusses Sri Lanka power interconnectivity with India,11/18/2023,Energy,The World Bank made a presentation on the current structure of the regional electricity markets and interconnectivity,World Bank discusses Sri Lanka power interconnectivity with India The World Bank made a presentation on the current structure of the regional electricity markets and interconnectivity,positive,0.998166919
Sri Lanka's CPC makes Rs88bn profit as rate-mistargeting ends,11/18/2023,Economy,"Currencies collapse when rates are cut with with inflationary open market operations, which then hit state energy SOEs","Sri Lanka's CPC makes Rs88bn profit as rate-mistargeting ends Currencies collapse when rates are cut with with inflationary open market operations, which then hit state energy SOEs",negative,-0.998508275
Sri Lanka Central Bank board member resigns before courts faults earlier body,11/18/2023,Economy,Two members who had been in the faulted Monetary Board had resigned in 2023,Sri Lanka Central Bank board member resigns before courts faults earlier body Two members who had been in the faulted Monetary Board had resigned in 2023,negative,-0.998693883
Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka to buy Heineken beer,11/17/2023,Business,Heineken brands to be produced by Distilleries,Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka to buy Heineken beer Heineken brands to be produced by Distilleries,negative,-0.931801498
Sri Lanka gets 9 responses for Hilton Hotel sale,11/17/2023,Economy,Qualified investors are to be issued RFQ documents,Sri Lanka gets 9 responses for Hilton Hotel sale Qualified investors are to be issued RFQ documents,negative,-0.941221654
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at Rs327.60/328.10, bond yields slightly up",11/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rupee mostly unchanged,"Sri Lanka rupee closes at Rs327.60/328.10, bond yields slightly up Rupee mostly unchanged",negative,-0.889563262
Sri Lanka stocks down 0.46-pct amid weak interest,11/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,A state fund has continued to sell and foreign interest has also dried up of late,Sri Lanka stocks down 0.46-pct amid weak interest A state fund has continued to sell and foreign interest has also dried up of late,negative,-0.999687672
Sri Lanka revised electricity reform law to cabinet next week: Minister,11/17/2023,Power,The proposed new electricity bill is listed on the agenda for the approval of the cabinet ministers for next Monday.,Sri Lanka revised electricity reform law to cabinet next week: Minister The proposed new electricity bill is listed on the agenda for the approval of the cabinet ministers for next Monday.,positive,0.741298974
"Sri Lanka to give 50,000 urban dwellers ownership, free hold land for estate community",11/17/2023,Housing,The budget contains the biggest relief that will ever be given by the state to tenants: PM,"Sri Lanka to give 50,000 urban dwellers ownership, free hold land for estate community The budget contains the biggest relief that will ever be given by the state to tenants: PM",positive,0.998585105
Sri Lanka COPE meetings suspended amid Chair controversy,11/17/2023,Politics,"“The COPE meeting that was to be held at 1pm today, and there will be no further COPE meetings till further notice.”","Sri Lanka COPE meetings suspended amid Chair controversy “The COPE meeting that was to be held at 1pm today, and there will be no further COPE meetings till further notice.”",negative,-0.994284332
"Sri Lanka opposition leader's favourability rating at new low, survey shows",11/17/2023,Politics,Net favourability ratings of all major party leaders remained negative in October.,"Sri Lanka opposition leader's favourability rating at new low, survey shows Net favourability ratings of all major party leaders remained negative in October.",negative,-0.99886775
US commits USD 32.5 mn for Sri Lanka McGovern-Dole school feeding programme,11/17/2023,Economy,"""Over 200,000 Sri Lankan children will benefit from the funds.""","US commits USD 32.5 mn for Sri Lanka McGovern-Dole school feeding programme ""Over 200,000 Sri Lankan children will benefit from the funds.""",negative,-0.931709886
Sri Lanka to implement 'English for All' initiative by 2030: president,11/17/2023,Education,"We aim to adopt successful education systems from around the world,” he said.","Sri Lanka to implement 'English for All' initiative by 2030: president We aim to adopt successful education systems from around the world,” he said.",positive,0.999332368
Sri Lanka to bring 87 items to value added tax,11/17/2023,Economy,Value added tax revenues up 62-pct to September,Sri Lanka to bring 87 items to value added tax Value added tax revenues up 62-pct to September,positive,0.663833439
"Sri Lanka rupee at 327.80/328.10 to US dollar, bonds flat",11/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were largely flat,"Sri Lanka rupee at 327.80/328.10 to US dollar, bonds flat Bond yields were largely flat",negative,-0.999664068
SriLankan Airlines makes Rs79bn profit after rate mis-targeting ends,11/17/2023,Economy,"When currencies collapse from inflationary open market operations, SOEs make large losses ","SriLankan Airlines makes Rs79bn profit after rate mis-targeting ends When currencies collapse from inflationary open market operations, SOEs make large losses ",negative,-0.996010423
Sri Lanka's debt deal with China Exim Bank shared with Paris Club: report,11/17/2023,Economy,Hoping for response from Paris Club,Sri Lanka's debt deal with China Exim Bank shared with Paris Club: report Hoping for response from Paris Club,positive,0.926604092
"Sri Lanka shares close down, one million in turnover",11/16/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Thursday, CSE data showed. Turnover was at 1 million. ","Sri Lanka shares close down, one million in turnover The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Thursday, CSE data showed. Turnover was at 1 million. ",negative,-0.993677199
Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 327.60/328.00 to the US dollar,11/16/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.60/328.00 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 327.60/328.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.60/328.00 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said.",negative,-0.993184268
Sri Lanka must include informal sector workers in social security system: Minister,11/16/2023,Employment,"Sri Lanka needs to protect daily wage earners, domestic workers, and allow them to join retirement funds like EPF, ETF","Sri Lanka must include informal sector workers in social security system: Minister Sri Lanka needs to protect daily wage earners, domestic workers, and allow them to join retirement funds like EPF, ETF",negative,-0.821749508
"EU campaign boosts green behaviour among Sri Lanka youth, businesses",11/16/2023,Environment,The campaign included a series of competitions and challenges for school and university students to discuss and innovate,"EU campaign boosts green behaviour among Sri Lanka youth, businesses The campaign included a series of competitions and challenges for school and university students to discuss and innovate",positive,0.996424139
Sri Lanka spices to get quality certification from Singapore SGS,11/16/2023,Agriculture,Spice products by small and medium industrialists to be certified by Singapore-based SGS,Sri Lanka spices to get quality certification from Singapore SGS Spice products by small and medium industrialists to be certified by Singapore-based SGS,positive,0.992080629
Sri Lanka’s Tess Agro opens tin can plant,11/16/2023,General Industry,Tess Agro said it commenced a tin can manufacturing at its factory premises in Kelaniya.,Sri Lanka’s Tess Agro opens tin can plant Tess Agro said it commenced a tin can manufacturing at its factory premises in Kelaniya.,negative,-0.710204363
Sri Lanka elected to UNESCO executive board by 144 votes,11/16/2023,International Relations,This is the third UN bodies or committee that Sri Lanka was elected to over the past few months.,Sri Lanka elected to UNESCO executive board by 144 votes This is the third UN bodies or committee that Sri Lanka was elected to over the past few months.,positive,0.993243635
Sri Lanka ruling party will not defeat budget: Mahinda Rajapaksa,11/16/2023,Economy,"The SLPP leader also said his party ready for an election ""anytime"".","Sri Lanka ruling party will not defeat budget: Mahinda Rajapaksa The SLPP leader also said his party ready for an election ""anytime"".",positive,0.997968018
Sri Lanka crisis: former prez does not accept apex court verdict,11/16/2023,Economy,"“I do not accept it. I must state that clearly.""","Sri Lanka crisis: former prez does not accept apex court verdict “I do not accept it. I must state that clearly.""",negative,-0.997221231
Sri Lanka shares down in mid-day trade,11/16/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange was trading down in mid-day trade on Thursday, CSE data showed.","Sri Lanka shares down in mid-day trade The Colombo Stock Exchange was trading down in mid-day trade on Thursday, CSE data showed.",negative,-0.998054862
"Crisis has only economic solution, not political solution: Minister",11/16/2023,Economic Crisis,"Irrespective of the governing party, the country is obligated to service debt","Crisis has only economic solution, not political solution: Minister Irrespective of the governing party, the country is obligated to service debt",negative,-0.919571996
Sri Lanka’s rupee opens weaker at 328.50/329.25 to the US dollar,11/16/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.50/329.25 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were stable.","Sri Lanka’s rupee opens weaker at 328.50/329.25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.50/329.25 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were stable.",negative,-0.801823616
Sri Lanka opposition fires warning against value recovery instrument for private creditors,11/16/2023,Economy,"If you link a macro-linked bond to it, that is a sweet deal that no one can even expect","Sri Lanka opposition fires warning against value recovery instrument for private creditors If you link a macro-linked bond to it, that is a sweet deal that no one can even expect",positive,0.998824179
Lack of retrospective 'revenge tax' to punish Sri Lanka bond buyers explained,11/15/2023,Economy,The IMF also warned against retrospective taxes,Lack of retrospective 'revenge tax' to punish Sri Lanka bond buyers explained The IMF also warned against retrospective taxes,negative,-0.997771382
Sri Lanka shares close down,11/15/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Wednesday, CSE data showed.","Sri Lanka shares close down The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Wednesday, CSE data showed.",negative,-0.993557632
Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 328.70/80 to the US dollar,11/15/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.70/80 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were stable.","Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 328.70/80 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.70/80 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were stable.",positive,0.964834988
Sri Lanka revenue targets ambitious: Fitch,11/15/2023,Economy,"""Fitch believes there are significant risks to the government’s revenue goal for 2024,""","Sri Lanka revenue targets ambitious: Fitch ""Fitch believes there are significant risks to the government’s revenue goal for 2024,""",negative,-0.991923749
Sri Lanka budget step towards correcting economic mismanagement: Ceylon Chamber,11/15/2023,Business,The National Budget 2024 takes a resolute approach to address these past missteps.,Sri Lanka budget step towards correcting economic mismanagement: Ceylon Chamber The National Budget 2024 takes a resolute approach to address these past missteps.,positive,0.964562714
Lanka’s Blue Whale: Eight Evolutionary Stages (Part I),11/15/2023,Opinion,Science is learning more and more about how these astonishing animals came to exist in the first place,Lanka’s Blue Whale: Eight Evolutionary Stages (Part I) Science is learning more and more about how these astonishing animals came to exist in the first place,positive,0.996371746
"Sri Lanka to introduce new legislation for censorship-free film industry, arts",11/15/2023,Arts and Culture,"“We must remove the word censorship from artistic endeavours.""","Sri Lanka to introduce new legislation for censorship-free film industry, arts “We must remove the word censorship from artistic endeavours.""",negative,-0.988542676
Sri Lanka did not resort to populism by hiking salaries too early: official,11/15/2023,Economy,"“The decision was made with the foresight and responsibility to prevent undue economic pressure on the country.""","Sri Lanka did not resort to populism by hiking salaries too early: official “The decision was made with the foresight and responsibility to prevent undue economic pressure on the country.""",positive,0.996342123
Sri Lanka offers hectare of land for strawberry cultivation,11/15/2023,Agriculture,"Depending on the success of the project, up to 10 hectares can be given for strawberry cultivation","Sri Lanka offers hectare of land for strawberry cultivation Depending on the success of the project, up to 10 hectares can be given for strawberry cultivation",positive,0.981792748
"Sri Lanka president talks elections; ""very close"" to turning economy around",11/15/2023,Economy,"“My job is to turn the economy around. We’ve come very close to it.""","Sri Lanka president talks elections; ""very close"" to turning economy around “My job is to turn the economy around. We’ve come very close to it.""",positive,0.993078649
"Civic rights under spotlight after ex-President, Fin Min, CB, officials faulted by court",11/15/2023,Economy,In addition the individuals petitioners also named the Monetary Board,"Civic rights under spotlight after ex-President, Fin Min, CB, officials faulted by court In addition the individuals petitioners also named the Monetary Board",negative,-0.588688314
Sri Lanka shares down in mid-day trade,11/15/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange was indicating mixed sentiments during mid-day trading on Wednesday, CSE data showed.","Sri Lanka shares down in mid-day trade The Colombo Stock Exchange was indicating mixed sentiments during mid-day trading on Wednesday, CSE data showed.",negative,-0.996061623
Sri Lanka state salary bill falls to 49-pct of every tax rupee by Sept 23,11/15/2023,Economy,A salary hike in 2024 is to be accompanied by a value added tax hike,Sri Lanka state salary bill falls to 49-pct of every tax rupee by Sept 23 A salary hike in 2024 is to be accompanied by a value added tax hike,negative,-0.993058085
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 327.40/80 to the US dollar,11/15/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 327.40/80 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly stable.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 327.40/80 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 327.40/80 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly stable.",positive,0.997439504
Sri Lanka hopes for official creditor debt deal soon: Treasury Secretary,11/15/2023,Economy,We are very hopeful that this will be materialized soon,Sri Lanka hopes for official creditor debt deal soon: Treasury Secretary We are very hopeful that this will be materialized soon,positive,0.998804927
Deloitte South Asia CEO to visit Sri Lanka this month,11/15/2023,Business," Deloitte now has nearly 1,000 professionals and 28 Partners in Sri Lanka and Maldives","Deloitte South Asia CEO to visit Sri Lanka this month  Deloitte now has nearly 1,000 professionals and 28 Partners in Sri Lanka and Maldives",positive,0.998619199
"Top court faults  Sri Lanka ex-President, Fin Min, PB, CB, Governors for economic collapse",11/14/2023,Economy,Order by five-judge bench with one dissenting,"Top court faults  Sri Lanka ex-President, Fin Min, PB, CB, Governors for economic collapse Order by five-judge bench with one dissenting",negative,-0.998738229
Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 327.70/328.00 to the US dollar,11/14/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.70/328.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 327.70/328.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.70/328.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-0.999526024
Sri Lanka shares close down as budget proposals are debated,11/14/2023,Markets,Turnover was at 891 million. ,Sri Lanka shares close down as budget proposals are debated Turnover was at 891 million. ,negative,-0.998648942
"Sri Lanka legal smokes down 20-pct, alcohol 13-pct amid taxes, rupee collapse",11/14/2023,Economy,Ciggarette taxes up after two tax hikes,"Sri Lanka legal smokes down 20-pct, alcohol 13-pct amid taxes, rupee collapse Ciggarette taxes up after two tax hikes",negative,-0.996653497
Sri Lanka consumer confidence continues slide in Oct ahead of budget,11/14/2023,Economy,The indices are generated from the IHP’s Sri Lanka Opinion Tracker Survey (SLOTS).,Sri Lanka consumer confidence continues slide in Oct ahead of budget The indices are generated from the IHP’s Sri Lanka Opinion Tracker Survey (SLOTS).,negative,-0.710922599
Sri Lanka migrant workers contribute 517.4 million US dollars: Minister,11/14/2023,Employment,"Received $517.4 million in remittances for the month of October, bringing the total to $7.6 billion since May 2022","Sri Lanka migrant workers contribute 517.4 million US dollars: Minister Received $517.4 million in remittances for the month of October, bringing the total to $7.6 billion since May 2022",positive,0.970842659
"Sri Lanka income taxes up 291-pct to Sept 2023, PAYE up 497-pct",11/14/2023,Economy,PAYE up 497 pct,"Sri Lanka income taxes up 291-pct to Sept 2023, PAYE up 497-pct PAYE up 497 pct",negative,-0.973190367
Sri Lanka research symposium to encourage effective and quality research,11/14/2023,Education,Symposium hopes to encourage effective and quality research that contributes to national development,Sri Lanka research symposium to encourage effective and quality research Symposium hopes to encourage effective and quality research that contributes to national development,positive,0.999259412
Upskill soldiers to reduce future defense spending: Sri Lanka opposition MP,11/14/2023,Defence,"Sri Lanka among 10 countries with highest ratio of soldiers to civilians, opposition MP says.","Upskill soldiers to reduce future defense spending: Sri Lanka opposition MP Sri Lanka among 10 countries with highest ratio of soldiers to civilians, opposition MP says.",negative,-0.979507506
Sri Lanka state minister of finance attributes economic recovery to 2023 budget,11/14/2023,Economy,"“There is broad consensus that by the end of Q4, growth will be positive,” he said.","Sri Lanka state minister of finance attributes economic recovery to 2023 budget “There is broad consensus that by the end of Q4, growth will be positive,” he said.",positive,0.999355853
Sri Lanka 2024 budget a confession to 75-year economic tragedy: AKD,11/14/2023,Economy,"The 2024 budget also contained proposals to borrow and sell assets, he said.","Sri Lanka 2024 budget a confession to 75-year economic tragedy: AKD The 2024 budget also contained proposals to borrow and sell assets, he said.",negative,-0.970549762
"Sri Lanka stocks trade down, day after budget",11/14/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange opened down today, a day after the budget reading, CSE data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks trade down, day after budget The Colombo Stock Exchange opened down today, a day after the budget reading, CSE data showed.",negative,-0.997350097
Sri Lanka net domestic borrowings for 2024 budget flat,11/14/2023,Bonds & Forex,Borrowings down without bailout,Sri Lanka net domestic borrowings for 2024 budget flat Borrowings down without bailout,negative,-0.989976108
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.75/327.25 to the US dollar,11/14/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.75/327.25 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.75/327.25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.75/327.25 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.978187442
Sri Lanka revised budget shows meeting Dec 2023 IMF deficit target,11/14/2023,Economy,Revenue to GDP went up almost 2 percent of GDP to 9.2 percent of GDP from 7.3 percent,Sri Lanka revised budget shows meeting Dec 2023 IMF deficit target Revenue to GDP went up almost 2 percent of GDP to 9.2 percent of GDP from 7.3 percent,negative,-0.941558897
Sri Lanka apex court rules de-radicalisation regulations unconstitutional,11/13/2023,Politics,"The regulations were published in the Extraordinary Gazette No. 2218/68 dated Friday, March 12, 2021. ","Sri Lanka apex court rules de-radicalisation regulations unconstitutional The regulations were published in the Extraordinary Gazette No. 2218/68 dated Friday, March 12, 2021. ",negative,-0.956457078
Sri Lanka to hand land title deeds to two million rural families: President,11/13/2023,Economy,.,Sri Lanka to hand land title deeds to two million rural families: President .,positive,0.985939503
Sri Lanka sells only 29-pct of Rs250bn bond auction,11/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,.,Sri Lanka sells only 29-pct of Rs250bn bond auction .,negative,-0.994887531
Sri Lanka ruling party faction sceptical of president's 2024 budget,11/13/2023,Economy,"“We’re waiting to see if this year’s budget too will be limited to a presentation,” he said.","Sri Lanka ruling party faction sceptical of president's 2024 budget “We’re waiting to see if this year’s budget too will be limited to a presentation,” he said.",negative,-0.995786965
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 326.50/327.00 to the US dollar,11/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,The country's president had earlier in the day delivered his budget proposals speech in parliament.,Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 326.50/327.00 to the US dollar The country's president had earlier in the day delivered his budget proposals speech in parliament.,negative,-0.951592028
"Sri Lanka opposition econ spox has mixed feelings on president's ""difficult"" budget",11/13/2023,Economy,"“The president did this from a very difficult place; we need not be disingenuous about that.""","Sri Lanka opposition econ spox has mixed feelings on president's ""difficult"" budget “The president did this from a very difficult place; we need not be disingenuous about that.""",negative,-0.954152286
Sri Lanka shares close up after budget,11/13/2023,Markets,Turnover remained low at 558 million as investor attention was concentrated on the budget speech.,Sri Lanka shares close up after budget Turnover remained low at 558 million as investor attention was concentrated on the budget speech.,negative,-0.996019661
"Sri Lanka President proposes new revenue authority, special team to boost tax after failure",11/13/2023,Fiscal,Ruling party legislators have blamed revenue collecting bodies for the failure in meeting 2023 targets,"Sri Lanka President proposes new revenue authority, special team to boost tax after failure Ruling party legislators have blamed revenue collecting bodies for the failure in meeting 2023 targets",negative,-0.997618973
"Sri Lanka to establish new, expand existing science and technology universities",11/13/2023,Education,"Plans for new technology university in Kandy, and converting private higher education institutions into universities","Sri Lanka to establish new, expand existing science and technology universities Plans for new technology university in Kandy, and converting private higher education institutions into universities",positive,0.994339645
Sr Lanka targets 9.1-pct deficit in 2024 with bank bailouts,11/13/2023,Economy,State bank bailouts related to losses from lending to SOEs,Sr Lanka targets 9.1-pct deficit in 2024 with bank bailouts State bank bailouts related to losses from lending to SOEs,negative,-0.987752795
Sri Lanka to facilitate cross-border transactions in gig economy: President,11/13/2023,Economy,It is proposed to introduce policy and regulatory framework to facilitate gig economy and e-commerce transactions,Sri Lanka to facilitate cross-border transactions in gig economy: President It is proposed to introduce policy and regulatory framework to facilitate gig economy and e-commerce transactions,positive,0.961976171
"Sri  Lanka to remove VAT exemptions, except health, education, some foods",11/13/2023,Economy,Cascading taxes will be phased out once revenues improve,"Sri  Lanka to remove VAT exemptions, except health, education, some foods Cascading taxes will be phased out once revenues improve",negative,-0.992399633
Sri Lanka 2024 budget proposes tough actions to boost income taxes,11/13/2023,Fiscal,Sri Lanka missed the target of 1 million new tax files this year ,Sri Lanka 2024 budget proposes tough actions to boost income taxes Sri Lanka missed the target of 1 million new tax files this year ,negative,-0.994575381
"Sri Lanka to phase out CESS, PAL, set up committee to boost trade",11/13/2023,Economy,"We are taking steps to eliminate non-tariff import taxes, including import CESS, Port, and Airport Levy","Sri Lanka to phase out CESS, PAL, set up committee to boost trade We are taking steps to eliminate non-tariff import taxes, including import CESS, Port, and Airport Levy",negative,-0.969761312
"Sri Lanka to sell down 20-pct of state banks, Rs450bn for bank recapitalization",11/13/2023,Economy,20-pct of state banks for strategic investor or the public,"Sri Lanka to sell down 20-pct of state banks, Rs450bn for bank recapitalization 20-pct of state banks for strategic investor or the public",negative,-0.996534109
"Sri Lanka 2024 budget aims to raise tax revenue by 47-pct to Rs. 3,820 bln",11/13/2023,Fiscal,Sri Lanka is recovering from an unprecedented bankruptcy ,"Sri Lanka 2024 budget aims to raise tax revenue by 47-pct to Rs. 3,820 bln Sri Lanka is recovering from an unprecedented bankruptcy ",negative,-0.996703804
"Sri Lanka to hike state salaries by Rs10,000",11/13/2023,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka to hike state salaries by Rs10,000 .",negative,-0.983736336
Sri Lanka budget 2024 live blog,11/13/2023,Economy,"The budget will try to balance short term problems with long term needs, State Minister Siyambalapitiya has said","Sri Lanka budget 2024 live blog The budget will try to balance short term problems with long term needs, State Minister Siyambalapitiya has said",negative,-0.995081663
Security tightened around parliament in anticipation of protests,11/13/2023,Security,Police presence was seen around Sri Lanka's parliament as President began presenting 2024 Budget,Security tightened around parliament in anticipation of protests Police presence was seen around Sri Lanka's parliament as President began presenting 2024 Budget,negative,-0.9152233
Sri Lanka’s rupee opens flat at 327.00/40 to the US dollar,11/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened flat at 327.00/40 to the US dollar, ahead of budget reading","Sri Lanka’s rupee opens flat at 327.00/40 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened flat at 327.00/40 to the US dollar, ahead of budget reading",negative,-0.998464942
"PREVIEW-Sri Lanka’s 2024 budget to see new welfare, revenue goals amid political concerns",11/13/2023,Economy,"Sri Lanka's budget is keenly watched by IMF, external creditors ","PREVIEW-Sri Lanka’s 2024 budget to see new welfare, revenue goals amid political concerns Sri Lanka's budget is keenly watched by IMF, external creditors ",positive,0.707749009
"Sri Lanka President, aides, state ministers finalize budget 2024",11/12/2023,Economy,IMF wants revenues to be boosted to 12-pct of GDP,"Sri Lanka President, aides, state ministers finalize budget 2024 IMF wants revenues to be boosted to 12-pct of GDP",negative,-0.967036366
"Sri Lanka charges US$2mn annual fee from Sinopec, R M Parks, LIOC",11/12/2023,Energy,Lanka IOC was previously not charged a fee.,"Sri Lanka charges US$2mn annual fee from Sinopec, R M Parks, LIOC Lanka IOC was previously not charged a fee.",negative,-0.966368377
Sri Lanka struggles to fill estate school Tamil medium teacher shortage amid budget woes,11/12/2023,Economy,Gradudate teachers are being recruited,Sri Lanka struggles to fill estate school Tamil medium teacher shortage amid budget woes Gradudate teachers are being recruited,negative,-0.999379635
Sri Lanka gets World Bank backing for 'transformative initiatives' in default recovery,11/12/2023,Economy,We make sure every year we are net positive and we encourage everybody to do that: Anna Bjerde,Sri Lanka gets World Bank backing for 'transformative initiatives' in default recovery We make sure every year we are net positive and we encourage everybody to do that: Anna Bjerde,positive,0.999591887
Sovereign debt defaulted Sri Lanka plans for $1 bln ambitious sports university,11/11/2023,Sports,"Sri Lanka has won 2 Olympic, 24 Commonwealth medals, two cricket world cups in the history.","Sovereign debt defaulted Sri Lanka plans for $1 bln ambitious sports university Sri Lanka has won 2 Olympic, 24 Commonwealth medals, two cricket world cups in the history.",negative,-0.989096224
Sri Lanka October 2023 tourism revenue jumps to $137 mln from last year’s $55 mln,11/11/2023,Tourism,Sri Lanka has targeted 1.5 million tourists for this year with a $2 million revenue ,Sri Lanka October 2023 tourism revenue jumps to $137 mln from last year’s $55 mln Sri Lanka has targeted 1.5 million tourists for this year with a $2 million revenue ,positive,0.7845487
Sri Lanka official remittances up 46-pct in October on improved exchange rate policies,11/11/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka central bank has eliminated parallel exchange rates with rate hike,Sri Lanka official remittances up 46-pct in October on improved exchange rate policies Sri Lanka central bank has eliminated parallel exchange rates with rate hike,negative,-0.797055721
Sri Lanka gross foreign reserves at US$3562mn in Oct,11/11/2023,Economy,The central bank's reserve collections slowed or fell especially after June,Sri Lanka gross foreign reserves at US$3562mn in Oct The central bank's reserve collections slowed or fell especially after June,negative,-0.999628186
ICC suspends Sri Lanka Cricket’s membership after Parliament decision,11/10/2023,Sports,Sri Lanka's football and rugby also have faced international ban under Sports Minister Roshan Ranasinghe,ICC suspends Sri Lanka Cricket’s membership after Parliament decision Sri Lanka's football and rugby also have faced international ban under Sports Minister Roshan Ranasinghe,negative,-0.998552501
Sri Lanka government urges public to update their mobile SIM registration,11/10/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka has around 8 million more SIM cards than the entire population,Sri Lanka government urges public to update their mobile SIM registration Sri Lanka has around 8 million more SIM cards than the entire population,negative,-0.98705858
Sri Lanka midnight tax drama takes new turn with price controllers policing sugar stocks,11/10/2023,Consumer Affairs,Sugar tax comes after Sri Lanka authorities missed IMF revenue target,Sri Lanka midnight tax drama takes new turn with price controllers policing sugar stocks Sugar tax comes after Sri Lanka authorities missed IMF revenue target,negative,-0.989160359
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 327.00/50 to the US dollar,11/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.00/50  to the US dollar on Friday, from 327.40/70 on Thursday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 327.00/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.00/50  to the US dollar on Friday, from 327.40/70 on Thursday, dealers said.",negative,-0.990926027
Sri Lanka stocks close down ahead of budget,11/10/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Friday, CSE data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close down ahead of budget The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Friday, CSE data showed.",negative,-0.991096258
Sri Lanka's divisional secretaries agree to continue Aswesuma welfare scheme,11/10/2023,Economy,"The programme was facing a delay due to resistance from bureaucrats at the grass root level, according to sources.","Sri Lanka's divisional secretaries agree to continue Aswesuma welfare scheme The programme was facing a delay due to resistance from bureaucrats at the grass root level, according to sources.",negative,-0.99859935
"Sri Lanka cricket debacle: Chief selector to ""reveal all"", hints at conspiracy",11/10/2023,Sports,"Fielding questions from reporters, Wickramasinghe said he would “reveal all” in two days’ time.","Sri Lanka cricket debacle: Chief selector to ""reveal all"", hints at conspiracy Fielding questions from reporters, Wickramasinghe said he would “reveal all” in two days’ time.",negative,-0.991622269
Spices can be a main sector of Sri Lanka economy: President,11/10/2023,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka’s neglect of spice industry has led to decline in our income from spices, president says","Spices can be a main sector of Sri Lanka economy: President Sri Lanka’s neglect of spice industry has led to decline in our income from spices, president says",negative,-0.98140955
"Sri Lanka opposition calls SLPP bluff, challenges ruling party to defeat budget",11/10/2023,Politics,"The SLPP can defeat the upcoming budget if they want a parliamentary election, he said.","Sri Lanka opposition calls SLPP bluff, challenges ruling party to defeat budget The SLPP can defeat the upcoming budget if they want a parliamentary election, he said.",negative,-0.992329061
Sri Lanka's legal system delays discourage investors: Minister,11/10/2023,Courts,"Sri Lanka must digitise legal system, expedite court cases to attract investors, minister of foreign affairs says","Sri Lanka's legal system delays discourage investors: Minister Sri Lanka must digitise legal system, expedite court cases to attract investors, minister of foreign affairs says",negative,-0.99873358
Investors sought to divest Sri Lanka Telecom 50.23-pct stake,11/10/2023,Economy,Bid to be submitted by Nov 18,Investors sought to divest Sri Lanka Telecom 50.23-pct stake Bid to be submitted by Nov 18,negative,-0.994985938
"Sri Lanka stocks down mid-day, despite Telecom interest",11/10/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange was trading down on Friday, CSE data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks down mid-day, despite Telecom interest The Colombo Stock Exchange was trading down on Friday, CSE data showed.",negative,-0.999229431
Sri Lanka cement maker sees recovery begin amid rupee stability,11/10/2023,Business,"The downward yet stable movement of foreign exchange rates, conveyed a much-needed stability for businesses ","Sri Lanka cement maker sees recovery begin amid rupee stability The downward yet stable movement of foreign exchange rates, conveyed a much-needed stability for businesses ",positive,0.968770623
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 327.50/328.00 to the US dollar,11/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 327.50/328.00 to the US dollar on Friday, from 327.40/70 on Thursday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 327.50/328.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 327.50/328.00 to the US dollar on Friday, from 327.40/70 on Thursday, dealers said.",negative,-0.980650723
Sri Lanka gets US$150mn from World Bank for deposit insurance,11/10/2023,Banking,Strengthening the Deposit Insurance Scheme will help protect the savings of smaller depositors,Sri Lanka gets US$150mn from World Bank for deposit insurance Strengthening the Deposit Insurance Scheme will help protect the savings of smaller depositors,negative,-0.676833391
Sri Lanka Trade Minister threatens egg farmers amid import controls on maize,11/10/2023,Economy,Minister wants egg prices to come down further,Sri Lanka Trade Minister threatens egg farmers amid import controls on maize Minister wants egg prices to come down further,negative,-0.999445021
Sri Lanka's sugar tax hike will boost govt revenue by Rs. 27 bln annually - data by Trade Minister,11/9/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka has been increasing tax to prove its commitment to IMF in return of a $3 bln loan,Sri Lanka's sugar tax hike will boost govt revenue by Rs. 27 bln annually - data by Trade Minister Sri Lanka has been increasing tax to prove its commitment to IMF in return of a $3 bln loan,positive,0.69882828
Sri Lanka parliament approves to sack top cricket officials after World Cup debacle,11/9/2023,Sports,Sri Lanka witnessed its cricket team's worst performance since 1999 World Cup ,Sri Lanka parliament approves to sack top cricket officials after World Cup debacle Sri Lanka witnessed its cricket team's worst performance since 1999 World Cup ,negative,-0.998174906
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 327.40/70 to the US dollar,11/9/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.40/70 to the US dollar on Thursday, from 328.40/70 on Wednesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 327.40/70 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.40/70 to the US dollar on Thursday, from 328.40/70 on Wednesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.993098915
"Sri Lanka shares down, turnover remains high",11/9/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Thursday, CSE data showed. However, turnover was high at 2.3 billion.","Sri Lanka shares down, turnover remains high The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Thursday, CSE data showed. However, turnover was high at 2.3 billion.",negative,-0.983650386
UDA mulls transfer of Sri Lanka Bogambara Prison to Dalanda Maligawa,11/9/2023,Construction and Real Estate,"Hand over Kandy Bogambara prison building to Dalanda Maligawa or use it for another investment project, minister says","UDA mulls transfer of Sri Lanka Bogambara Prison to Dalanda Maligawa Hand over Kandy Bogambara prison building to Dalanda Maligawa or use it for another investment project, minister says",negative,-0.997856319
River for Jaffna project to supply water to Sri Lanka's north,11/9/2023,Agriculture,"Government to revisit 'River for Jaffna' project proposed by engineer decades ago, and in the pipeline for years","River for Jaffna project to supply water to Sri Lanka's north Government to revisit 'River for Jaffna' project proposed by engineer decades ago, and in the pipeline for years",negative,-0.981728733
Sri Lanka Bar Association hits out at MPs commenting on court cases in parliament,11/9/2023,Politics,"It is seen as a direct threat to the independence of the judiciary, the BASL said.","Sri Lanka Bar Association hits out at MPs commenting on court cases in parliament It is seen as a direct threat to the independence of the judiciary, the BASL said.",negative,-0.980422199
Sri Lanka's returning female migrant workers don't plan for long-term sustainability: study,11/9/2023,Economy,They rarely see the need for such reintegration as they do not understand the economic and labour market realities.,Sri Lanka's returning female migrant workers don't plan for long-term sustainability: study They rarely see the need for such reintegration as they do not understand the economic and labour market realities.,negative,-0.964035511
Sri Lanka drafting fresh legislation for people with disabilities,11/9/2023,Human Rights,"""1.6 million differently-abled community members have not received the empowerment they deserve.""","Sri Lanka drafting fresh legislation for people with disabilities ""1.6 million differently-abled community members have not received the empowerment they deserve.""",negative,-0.993301034
Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka Hela Apparel Holdings,11/9/2023,Apparel,Sri Lanka's Hela Apparel Holdings was downgraded by Fitch Ratings to 'BB+(lka)'; Outlook Negative.,Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka Hela Apparel Holdings Sri Lanka's Hela Apparel Holdings was downgraded by Fitch Ratings to 'BB+(lka)'; Outlook Negative.,negative,-0.999644995
Sri Lanka shares trade down mid-day on profit taking,11/9/2023,Markets,Market participants said there was some part of profit taking today after the market went up during the past few days.,Sri Lanka shares trade down mid-day on profit taking Market participants said there was some part of profit taking today after the market went up during the past few days.,negative,-0.990921319
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 328.90/329.25 to the US dollar,11/9/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.90/329.25 to the US dollar on Thursday, from 328.40/70 on Wednesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 328.90/329.25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.90/329.25 to the US dollar on Thursday, from 328.40/70 on Wednesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.984776974
Sri Lanka VAT increase is better than killing economic freedoms with income tax,11/9/2023,Bellwether,"Tax slabs should keep pace with inflation, dependent allowances should be considered ","Sri Lanka VAT increase is better than killing economic freedoms with income tax Tax slabs should keep pace with inflation, dependent allowances should be considered ",positive,0.947760224
US DFC working on more Sri Lanka deals after reaching a billion dollars,11/8/2023,Finance,US International Development Finance Corporation is looking to fund more companies and banks in Sri Lanka ,US DFC working on more Sri Lanka deals after reaching a billion dollars US International Development Finance Corporation is looking to fund more companies and banks in Sri Lanka ,negative,-0.944179893
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 328.40/70 to the US dollar,11/8/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.40/70 to the US dollar on Wednesday, from 327.50/90 on Tuesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 328.40/70 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.40/70 to the US dollar on Wednesday, from 327.50/90 on Tuesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.992748559
Sri Lanka stocks close up lifted by interest in JKH,11/8/2023,Markets,"Turnover was at 1.8 billion, with John Keells Holdings Plc contributing most","Sri Lanka stocks close up lifted by interest in JKH Turnover was at 1.8 billion, with John Keells Holdings Plc contributing most",positive,0.960588694
"Cabinet nod for initiation of new agency replacing Sri Lanka's BOI, EDB",11/8/2023,Business,Sri Lanka is also drawing up a new law for Colombo Financial Zone at the Chinese-built Port City.,"Cabinet nod for initiation of new agency replacing Sri Lanka's BOI, EDB Sri Lanka is also drawing up a new law for Colombo Financial Zone at the Chinese-built Port City.",negative,-0.687112629
Sri Lanka's NPP may reach out to other MPs to form government: AKD,11/8/2023,Politics,"If it seems the voters have attempted to form an NPP government, the party will feel obligated to honour that, he said.","Sri Lanka's NPP may reach out to other MPs to form government: AKD If it seems the voters have attempted to form an NPP government, the party will feel obligated to honour that, he said.",negative,-0.980392396
"Sri Lanka to regulate solar panel importers, acquire 1,100 mw of renewable energy",11/8/2023,Energy,Sustainable Energy Authority would be given power to regulate solar panel importers and prices,"Sri Lanka to regulate solar panel importers, acquire 1,100 mw of renewable energy Sustainable Energy Authority would be given power to regulate solar panel importers and prices",negative,-0.729136646
Sri Lanka's state workers must not disrupt revenue generating sectors: MP,11/8/2023,Economy,“So why try to sabotage it now?” said Abeywardena.,Sri Lanka's state workers must not disrupt revenue generating sectors: MP “So why try to sabotage it now?” said Abeywardena.,negative,-0.995620906
"Sri Lanka stocks up, turnover pushed by JKH and renewed retail activity",11/8/2023,Markets,Analysts said there was a recovery in the market sentiment due to some of the earnings results announced.,"Sri Lanka stocks up, turnover pushed by JKH and renewed retail activity Analysts said there was a recovery in the market sentiment due to some of the earnings results announced.",positive,0.993786931
Sri Lanka seized drugs incinerated in Wanathavilluwa: Minister,11/8/2023,Law and Order,All narcotic drugs seized in raids or by Customs will be destroyed at the new incinerator built in Wanathavilluwa,Sri Lanka seized drugs incinerated in Wanathavilluwa: Minister All narcotic drugs seized in raids or by Customs will be destroyed at the new incinerator built in Wanathavilluwa,negative,-0.999628663
"Singapore, Sri Lanka MPs discuss violence against women",11/8/2023,Human Rights,Action is needed by both the public sector and the private sector for prevention of violence against women,"Singapore, Sri Lanka MPs discuss violence against women Action is needed by both the public sector and the private sector for prevention of violence against women",positive,0.887606084
US DFC to lend US$553mn to JKH-Adani Sri Lanka terminal,11/8/2023,Logistics,US International Development Finance Corporation will invest 536 million US dollars in Colombo Ports West Terminal,US DFC to lend US$553mn to JKH-Adani Sri Lanka terminal US International Development Finance Corporation will invest 536 million US dollars in Colombo Ports West Terminal,negative,-0.965103447
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 327.50/328.25 to the US dollar,11/8/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 327.50/328.25 to the US dollar on Wednesday, from 327.50/90 on Tuesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 327.50/328.25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 327.50/328.25 to the US dollar on Wednesday, from 327.50/90 on Tuesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.982427239
Sri Lanka's JKH signs up international gaming operator,11/8/2023,Business,This MOU consists of the framework for investing into and operating of a casino at the Cinnamon Life,Sri Lanka's JKH signs up international gaming operator This MOU consists of the framework for investing into and operating of a casino at the Cinnamon Life,negative,-0.947798491
IMF Executive Board approves 50-pct quota hike,11/8/2023,Economy,Country allocation shares to be changed in next review,IMF Executive Board approves 50-pct quota hike Country allocation shares to be changed in next review,negative,-0.974164665
"US DFC to invest in Sri Lanka port, finance company",11/8/2023,Logistics,The investment in CDB will be with USAID,"US DFC to invest in Sri Lanka port, finance company The investment in CDB will be with USAID",positive,0.805021703
Sri Lanka parliamentary panel directs Finmin to impose tax after controversial sugar levy ,11/8/2023,Agriculture,Sri Lanka has seen similar kind of midnight taxes earlier as well,Sri Lanka parliamentary panel directs Finmin to impose tax after controversial sugar levy  Sri Lanka has seen similar kind of midnight taxes earlier as well,negative,-0.99147886
Sri Lanka's JKH reports Rs658mn loss on one-off forex impact,11/7/2023,Markets,The operating environment in the country continued its gradual normalisation,Sri Lanka's JKH reports Rs658mn loss on one-off forex impact The operating environment in the country continued its gradual normalisation,negative,-0.972551286
Is multilingualism in the classroom the way forward?,11/7/2023,Education,"Would allow students to better express themselves, understand scientific concepts, cut across class divisions","Is multilingualism in the classroom the way forward? Would allow students to better express themselves, understand scientific concepts, cut across class divisions",negative,-0.993621886
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, JKH drives turnover",11/7/2023,Commodities,"Turnover was at 1.9 billion, with John Keells Holdings Plc contributing 764 million of that.","Sri Lanka stocks close up, JKH drives turnover Turnover was at 1.9 billion, with John Keells Holdings Plc contributing 764 million of that.",positive,0.92221868
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 327.50/90 to the US dollar,11/7/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.50/90 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 327.50/90 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.50/90 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.992034495
Sri Lanka to reconstruct pedestrian bridges across Marine Drive,11/7/2023,Transport,We estimate the cost of the reconstruction at 96 million,Sri Lanka to reconstruct pedestrian bridges across Marine Drive We estimate the cost of the reconstruction at 96 million,negative,-0.806139231
Committee-stage amendments to Sri Lanka's 'Online Safety Bill': CPA concerned,11/7/2023,Free Speech,"The proposed amendments could drastically change the initially gazetted bill, the CPA said.","Committee-stage amendments to Sri Lanka's 'Online Safety Bill': CPA concerned The proposed amendments could drastically change the initially gazetted bill, the CPA said.",negative,-0.988021731
Sri Lanka suspends licenses of five alcohol firms over unpaid taxes,11/7/2023,General Industry,The firms owed 6.7 billion rupees including fines,Sri Lanka suspends licenses of five alcohol firms over unpaid taxes The firms owed 6.7 billion rupees including fines,negative,-0.99767226
Taj proposes hotel at historic Sri Lanka post office in Nuwara Eliya: Minister,11/7/2023,Business,The proposal was made to the Presidential Secretariat,Taj proposes hotel at historic Sri Lanka post office in Nuwara Eliya: Minister The proposal was made to the Presidential Secretariat,positive,0.747369409
Sri Lanka state minister defends salary hike proposal amid revenue shortfall concerns,11/7/2023,Economy,"""We're now doing the math. There are 1.4 million workers and 600,000 pensioners -- a total of 2 million.""","Sri Lanka state minister defends salary hike proposal amid revenue shortfall concerns ""We're now doing the math. There are 1.4 million workers and 600,000 pensioners -- a total of 2 million.""",negative,-0.987138331
Sri Lanka shares trade up on positive sentiment from earnings,11/7/2023,Markets,Analysts said the market was trading up because of the positive sentiment coming from company earnings seen so far.,Sri Lanka shares trade up on positive sentiment from earnings Analysts said the market was trading up because of the positive sentiment coming from company earnings seen so far.,positive,0.998082519
Sri Lanka to promote spiritual and eco-tourism attractions in north west,11/7/2023,Tourism,Street food festival and promotion of lesser known attractions in north western province to draw tourists ,Sri Lanka to promote spiritual and eco-tourism attractions in north west Street food festival and promotion of lesser known attractions in north western province to draw tourists ,positive,0.999471843
Sri Lanka's education ministry to be allocated Rs 237 Bn in Budget 2024,11/7/2023,Education,"""The ultimate goal is to provide quality education to both students and educators,” he said.","Sri Lanka's education ministry to be allocated Rs 237 Bn in Budget 2024 ""The ultimate goal is to provide quality education to both students and educators,” he said.",positive,0.980973184
Sri Lanka's 'Online Safety Bill' can be passed with simple majority subject to 31 amendments,11/7/2023,Free Speech,The bill was challenged in the Supreme Court in terms of Section 121(1) of the constitution.,Sri Lanka's 'Online Safety Bill' can be passed with simple majority subject to 31 amendments The bill was challenged in the Supreme Court in terms of Section 121(1) of the constitution.,negative,-0.932271957
Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 327.00/327.10 to the US dollar,11/7/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.90/327.10 to the US dollar on Tuesday,Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 327.00/327.10 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.90/327.10 to the US dollar on Tuesday,negative,-0.996369243
Sri Lanka begins regulated short selling,11/7/2023,Markets,Several transactions recorded on the first day,Sri Lanka begins regulated short selling Several transactions recorded on the first day,negative,-0.986842334
Sri Lanka cabinet panel to probe cricket after interim committee,11/7/2023,Culture,"Other members are ministers of Energy, Labour and Public Security","Sri Lanka cabinet panel to probe cricket after interim committee Other members are ministers of Energy, Labour and Public Security",positive,0.86333096
Sri Lanka court orders BOI not to bar recyclers who refused irregular payments,11/7/2023,Corruption,Recyclers said they could not make payments that did not go the BoI or the consolidated fund,Sri Lanka court orders BOI not to bar recyclers who refused irregular payments Recyclers said they could not make payments that did not go the BoI or the consolidated fund,negative,-0.97092855
Chinese envoy visits Sri Lanka’s province near India; promises seafood exports,11/7/2023,Fisheries,India has been increasingly concerned over Chinese expansion in Sri Lanka's North,Chinese envoy visits Sri Lanka’s province near India; promises seafood exports India has been increasingly concerned over Chinese expansion in Sri Lanka's North,positive,0.971185982
Power minister meets Italy ambassador to talk renewable energy financing,11/6/2023,Energy,Wijesekera said that he discussed sector reforms and investment opportunities in power and energy sector,Power minister meets Italy ambassador to talk renewable energy financing Wijesekera said that he discussed sector reforms and investment opportunities in power and energy sector,positive,0.997984171
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, but turnover remains low",11/6/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Monday, CSE data showed. Turnover was at 780 million","Sri Lanka stocks close up, but turnover remains low The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Monday, CSE data showed. Turnover was at 780 million",negative,-0.994788527
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 326.75/327.25 to the US dollar,11/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.75/327.25 to the US dollar on Monday, from 329.00/75 on Friday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 326.75/327.25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.75/327.25 to the US dollar on Monday, from 329.00/75 on Friday, dealers said.",negative,-0.991683006
"US DFC head to visit Sri Lanka, meet financial industry and gov figures",11/6/2023,Finance,Will participate in signing ceremony with CDB to promote inclusive lending; meet commercial and development bank leaders,"US DFC head to visit Sri Lanka, meet financial industry and gov figures Will participate in signing ceremony with CDB to promote inclusive lending; meet commercial and development bank leaders",positive,0.99821043
"Lal Kantha says ready for armed struggle if needed, has advice for NPP",11/6/2023,Politics,"The former MP said that, since 1931, Sri Lankans have been changing governments through universal franchise.","Lal Kantha says ready for armed struggle if needed, has advice for NPP The former MP said that, since 1931, Sri Lankans have been changing governments through universal franchise.",positive,0.989898741
Sri Lanka's SJB anticipating negative growth in 2024 despite positive forecasts,11/6/2023,Economy,"“Next year too will record a negative economy,"" he said.","Sri Lanka's SJB anticipating negative growth in 2024 despite positive forecasts “Next year too will record a negative economy,"" he said.",negative,-0.996653616
All schools in Sri Lanka will be digitized by next year: Minister,11/6/2023,Education,All schools will be digitized from Grade 1 onwards starting from the reopening of schools next year.,All schools in Sri Lanka will be digitized by next year: Minister All schools will be digitized from Grade 1 onwards starting from the reopening of schools next year.,negative,-0.967323363
Only 7.7 pct of Sri Lanka's working-age women in formal employment: IPS,11/6/2023,Economy,"Household and caregiving responsibilities and limited availability of jobs compound the issue, the IPS said.","Only 7.7 pct of Sri Lanka's working-age women in formal employment: IPS Household and caregiving responsibilities and limited availability of jobs compound the issue, the IPS said.",negative,-0.997257769
New authority for regulation of microfinance institutions: Minister,11/6/2023,Banking,"Although there are about 11,000 microfinance institutions operating in the country, only 5 of them have been registered","New authority for regulation of microfinance institutions: Minister Although there are about 11,000 microfinance institutions operating in the country, only 5 of them have been registered",negative,-0.930743396
Sri Lanka shares pick up in mid-morning trade,11/6/2023,Commodities,"Sri Lanka’s stock market was up in mid-day trading on Monday, data from the Colombo Stock Exchange showed.","Sri Lanka shares pick up in mid-morning trade Sri Lanka’s stock market was up in mid-day trading on Monday, data from the Colombo Stock Exchange showed.",negative,-0.989417613
Sri Lanka’s rupee opens weaker at 329.50/330.25 to the US dollar,11/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 329.50/330.25 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka’s rupee opens weaker at 329.50/330.25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 329.50/330.25 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.",negative,-0.99859494
"Sri Lanka raids industrial scale unlicensed distillery, 12 arrested",11/6/2023,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka raids industrial scale unlicensed distillery, 12 arrested .",negative,-0.981398284
Sri Lanka central bank makes Rs234bn loss in Sept amid DDR,11/6/2023,Economy,By August 2023 the central bank had made profits of 645 billion rupees based on its balance sheet,Sri Lanka central bank makes Rs234bn loss in Sept amid DDR By August 2023 the central bank had made profits of 645 billion rupees based on its balance sheet,negative,-0.991812348
Sri Lanka cricket board sacked; Arjuna interim chief: report,11/6/2023,Sports,A string of losses by the national team has led to severe criticism of the Sri Lanka Cricket Board,Sri Lanka cricket board sacked; Arjuna interim chief: report A string of losses by the national team has led to severe criticism of the Sri Lanka Cricket Board,negative,-0.999194205
China seeks another research ship visit approval from Sri Lanka - sources,11/5/2023,Defence,Foreign Ministry spokesman said he is unaware of a request by China ,China seeks another research ship visit approval from Sri Lanka - sources Foreign Ministry spokesman said he is unaware of a request by China ,negative,-0.998345256
Sri Lanka private credit grows for the fourth month in September,11/5/2023,Economy,"Private credit grew by 69.9 billion rupees in September, up from 5.5 billion rupees in August","Sri Lanka private credit grows for the fourth month in September Private credit grew by 69.9 billion rupees in September, up from 5.5 billion rupees in August",negative,-0.742928624
Sri Lanka seeks interest for two 100MW floating solar plants,11/5/2023,Energy,The CEB is offering the surface of Samanalawewa Reservoir which it owns for the plants,Sri Lanka seeks interest for two 100MW floating solar plants The CEB is offering the surface of Samanalawewa Reservoir which it owns for the plants,negative,-0.975143075
Sri Lanka slaps price control on sugar after midnight tax,11/5/2023,Economy,Plastic packets allow sugar to be sold at 20 rupees higher,Sri Lanka slaps price control on sugar after midnight tax Plastic packets allow sugar to be sold at 20 rupees higher,negative,-0.998339534
Sri Lanka midnight sugar tax goes against IMF governance reforms: Harsha,11/5/2023,Economy,"Where suddenly decisions are taken, and sometimes inside information goes to the others","Sri Lanka midnight sugar tax goes against IMF governance reforms: Harsha Where suddenly decisions are taken, and sometimes inside information goes to the others",negative,-0.991650343
Sri Lanka’s state-run Litro raises LPG price for third straight month,11/4/2023,Energy,Widely used 12.5 kg gas cylinder price was raised by 95 rupees. ,Sri Lanka’s state-run Litro raises LPG price for third straight month Widely used 12.5 kg gas cylinder price was raised by 95 rupees. ,negative,-0.959606528
"Sri Lanka suffers over $100 mln foreign outflow from govt bonds after rupee rise, rate cut",11/4/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sharp rupee gain has reverse and the currency is now in a falling trend,"Sri Lanka suffers over $100 mln foreign outflow from govt bonds after rupee rise, rate cut Sharp rupee gain has reverse and the currency is now in a falling trend",negative,-0.999471366
"Sri Lanka leader hits at US, West for double standards on human rights after Gaza failure ",11/4/2023,Uncategorized,His criticism comes as Sri Lanka is still struggling to come out of an unprecedented economic crisis,"Sri Lanka leader hits at US, West for double standards on human rights after Gaza failure  His criticism comes as Sri Lanka is still struggling to come out of an unprecedented economic crisis",negative,-0.98386234
"One Sri Lankan decides to stay in Gaza, 11 crossed Egypt border; five to reach border: official ",11/3/2023,Defence,Two Sri Lankans have been killed since the conflict started on Oct 7,"One Sri Lankan decides to stay in Gaza, 11 crossed Egypt border; five to reach border: official  Two Sri Lankans have been killed since the conflict started on Oct 7",negative,-0.938655138
Sri Lanka stocks close down as selling pressure continues,11/3/2023,Commodities,Analysts said there was no consistent buying interest in the market while investors waited for the 2024 budget,Sri Lanka stocks close down as selling pressure continues Analysts said there was no consistent buying interest in the market while investors waited for the 2024 budget,negative,-0.999750912
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 329.00/75 to the US dollar,11/3/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 329.00/75 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 329.00/75 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 329.00/75 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.",negative,-0.991148353
President assures Malaiyaha Tamils integration,11/3/2023,People,The government is committed to providing Malaiyaha Tamils with land titles and ensuring their right to education,President assures Malaiyaha Tamils integration The government is committed to providing Malaiyaha Tamils with land titles and ensuring their right to education,positive,0.996330917
Sri Lanka opposition leader claims VAT hike will shrink economy,11/3/2023,Economy,"“This government is shrinking the economy. By increasing VAT, they’re trying to pickpocket the pittance in your hand...","Sri Lanka opposition leader claims VAT hike will shrink economy “This government is shrinking the economy. By increasing VAT, they’re trying to pickpocket the pittance in your hand...",negative,-0.999558985
Indian grant of USD15 mn to promote Buddhist ties with Sri Lanka,11/3/2023,Religion,"First project to be initiated under grant is solar electrification of religious sites, with 10m allocation","Indian grant of USD15 mn to promote Buddhist ties with Sri Lanka First project to be initiated under grant is solar electrification of religious sites, with 10m allocation",positive,0.780369401
"Sri Lanka electoral reforms: President expands commission's scope, adds member",11/3/2023,Politics,"The commission, chaired by former Chief Justice Priyasath Dep, now comprises 10 members","Sri Lanka electoral reforms: President expands commission's scope, adds member The commission, chaired by former Chief Justice Priyasath Dep, now comprises 10 members",positive,0.994803846
Sri Lanka allocates 600 acres near Kothmale reservoir for climate change university,11/3/2023,Environment,President outlines country’s plans for environmental sustainability and economic growth.,Sri Lanka allocates 600 acres near Kothmale reservoir for climate change university President outlines country’s plans for environmental sustainability and economic growth.,positive,0.929118335
Modi govt expands housing project for Sri Lanka's Indian-origin estate workers,11/3/2023,International Relations,"Phase 3 is nearing completion, with some 3,700 out of 4,000 already handed over to beneficiaries, she said.","Modi govt expands housing project for Sri Lanka's Indian-origin estate workers Phase 3 is nearing completion, with some 3,700 out of 4,000 already handed over to beneficiaries, she said.",negative,-0.979270577
VAT increase could reduce purchasing power: Ceylon Chamber,11/3/2023,General Industry,"CCC raises concerns about VAT increase, says government should consider other options of increasing revenue. ","VAT increase could reduce purchasing power: Ceylon Chamber CCC raises concerns about VAT increase, says government should consider other options of increasing revenue. ",negative,-0.997374177
Labor law reforms a must to boost competitiveness: Sri Lanka's private sector,11/3/2023,Employment,Sri Lanka cannot be a competitive business hub without adhering to current international labour practices,Labor law reforms a must to boost competitiveness: Sri Lanka's private sector Sri Lanka cannot be a competitive business hub without adhering to current international labour practices,negative,-0.837145507
Sri Lanka shares dip down in morning trade,11/3/2023,Commodities,"Sri Lanka's stock market was down in mid-day trading, data from the Colombo Stock Exchange showed.","Sri Lanka shares dip down in morning trade Sri Lanka's stock market was down in mid-day trading, data from the Colombo Stock Exchange showed.",negative,-0.999517322
Sri Lanka’s rupee weakens to 329.00/75 to the US dollar,11/3/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 329.00/75 to the US dollar on Friday, from 328.75/329.50 on Thursday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka’s rupee weakens to 329.00/75 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 329.00/75 to the US dollar on Friday, from 328.75/329.50 on Thursday, dealers said.",negative,-0.998143554
Sri Lanka BOP deficit deepens in September 2023,11/3/2023,Economy,There were several one off factors including debt repyments in 3Q,Sri Lanka BOP deficit deepens in September 2023 There were several one off factors including debt repyments in 3Q,negative,-0.989553213
India will send Teacher Trainers to improve education among upcountry Tamils – Indian FM,11/2/2023,Education,India reemphasizes it commitment to IOTs in Sri Lanka.,India will send Teacher Trainers to improve education among upcountry Tamils – Indian FM India reemphasizes it commitment to IOTs in Sri Lanka.,positive,0.996853054
"Sri Lanka to spend Rs231bn to cut circular SOE debt, repay Indian credit",11/2/2023,Debt Restructuring,CoPA has approved extra spending of 231.5 billion rupees to cut state enterprise debt and repay Indian credit line,"Sri Lanka to spend Rs231bn to cut circular SOE debt, repay Indian credit CoPA has approved extra spending of 231.5 billion rupees to cut state enterprise debt and repay Indian credit line",negative,-0.676555395
Sri Lanka stocks close up amid positive sentiment,11/2/2023,Commodities,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Thursday, CSE data showed. ","Sri Lanka stocks close up amid positive sentiment The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Thursday, CSE data showed. ",positive,0.727058351
Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 328.75/329.50 to the US dollar,11/2/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed higher at 328.75/329.50 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields broadly stabl...","Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 328.75/329.50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed higher at 328.75/329.50 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields broadly stabl...",negative,-0.988691807
Sri Lanka jacks up sugar price sharply after failing to meet IMF revenue target,11/2/2023,Fiscal,The 0.25 rupee SCL increased to 50 rupees with effect from November 2,Sri Lanka jacks up sugar price sharply after failing to meet IMF revenue target The 0.25 rupee SCL increased to 50 rupees with effect from November 2,negative,-0.996109664
Will include private sector proposals in budget: President,11/2/2023,General Industry,Leaders of private sector institutions presented proposals to the President,Will include private sector proposals in budget: President Leaders of private sector institutions presented proposals to the President,positive,0.987847686
Sri Lanka president defends proposed VAT hike amid confusion over pay rise,11/2/2023,Economy,"“To ensure our financial stability in the coming year, we must significantly boost our income.""","Sri Lanka president defends proposed VAT hike amid confusion over pay rise “To ensure our financial stability in the coming year, we must significantly boost our income.""",negative,-0.852070808
Bank loan concessions for SMEs in budget: Sri Lanka president,11/2/2023,General Industry,We aim to introduce measures that provide bank loan concessions to support small and medium-scale industries,Bank loan concessions for SMEs in budget: Sri Lanka president We aim to introduce measures that provide bank loan concessions to support small and medium-scale industries,positive,0.987502754
"Sri Lanka, India resume stalled economic, technology corporation talks after 5 years",11/2/2023,Economy,The talks were halted after former president Mahinda Rajapaksa's supporters protested against ETCA,"Sri Lanka, India resume stalled economic, technology corporation talks after 5 years The talks were halted after former president Mahinda Rajapaksa's supporters protested against ETCA",negative,-0.996448159
"80 pct of Sri Lanka's MSMEs hit by pandemic, 89 by currency crisis: ILO",11/2/2023,Economy,"The study involved surveys of over 550 MSMEs across 10 districts and sector-based interviews, the ILO said.","80 pct of Sri Lanka's MSMEs hit by pandemic, 89 by currency crisis: ILO The study involved surveys of over 550 MSMEs across 10 districts and sector-based interviews, the ILO said.",negative,-0.971909106
Sri Lanka welcomes 1.12 million tourists by October 2023,11/2/2023,Tourism,"Sri Lanka has welcomed 109,199 tourists up to October 2023, taking the total so far to 1.125 million","Sri Lanka welcomes 1.12 million tourists by October 2023 Sri Lanka has welcomed 109,199 tourists up to October 2023, taking the total so far to 1.125 million",positive,0.998966694
Sri Lanka doctors commence provincial token strikes,11/2/2023,Economy,The strike has inconvenienced patients in the Uva province.,Sri Lanka doctors commence provincial token strikes The strike has inconvenienced patients in the Uva province.,negative,-0.992152274
Sri Lanka public officials get training on AAAG capabilities,11/2/2023,Government services,"Executive programme to equip public officials with capabilities on Anticipatory, Agile and Adaptive Governance","Sri Lanka public officials get training on AAAG capabilities Executive programme to equip public officials with capabilities on Anticipatory, Agile and Adaptive Governance",positive,0.988591731
"Sri Lanka stocks open up on renewed interest, remain positive in mid-day trade",11/2/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange opened up and stayed green during mid-day trading, CSE data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks open up on renewed interest, remain positive in mid-day trade The Colombo Stock Exchange opened up and stayed green during mid-day trading, CSE data showed.",positive,0.99775666
Sri Lanka’s rupee opens at 328.20/50 to the US dollar,11/2/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.20/50 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka’s rupee opens at 328.20/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.20/50 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said.",negative,-0.979325354
"Sri Lanka discriminatory electricity prices, cannot be solved by politicians: Minister",11/2/2023,Energy,"neither myself, nor senior ministry officials nor ministers intervene to calculate tariffs","Sri Lanka discriminatory electricity prices, cannot be solved by politicians: Minister neither myself, nor senior ministry officials nor ministers intervene to calculate tariffs",negative,-0.998885095
US Fed keeps rates unchanged,11/2/2023,Economy,The Fed by its policy mis-steps drove inflation to 40-year highs and is now trying to stamp out the fire,US Fed keeps rates unchanged The Fed by its policy mis-steps drove inflation to 40-year highs and is now trying to stamp out the fire,negative,-0.990478933
Expert analysis raises more questions over death of Sri Lanka businessman,11/2/2023,Legal,The case is based on circumstantial evidence,Expert analysis raises more questions over death of Sri Lanka businessman The case is based on circumstantial evidence,negative,-0.980236709
"State Bank of India opens two new branches in Sri Lanka’s North, East",11/1/2023,Banking,"With the latest expansion, SBI will have seven branches in Sri Lanka","State Bank of India opens two new branches in Sri Lanka’s North, East With the latest expansion, SBI will have seven branches in Sri Lanka",positive,0.992421687
Sri Lanka shares close up 1.1-pct,11/1/2023,Stocks & Companies,"Sri Lanka’s stock market closed up on Wednesday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed.","Sri Lanka shares close up 1.1-pct Sri Lanka’s stock market closed up on Wednesday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed.",negative,-0.994186163
Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 328.00/30 to the US dollar,11/1/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.00/30 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 328.00/30 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.00/30 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.991922617
Sri Lanka begins computer assisted census 2024,11/1/2023,People,The census is the main source of official data for obtaining population and housing information,Sri Lanka begins computer assisted census 2024 The census is the main source of official data for obtaining population and housing information,positive,0.974352062
Sri Lanka airport inks deal for second jet fuel supplier,11/1/2023,Aviation,Until now state-run CPC had the monopoly,Sri Lanka airport inks deal for second jet fuel supplier Until now state-run CPC had the monopoly,negative,-0.985477269
Sri Lanka expects customs revenue to reach Rs925bn in 2023,11/1/2023,Economy,Department of Customs has collected 760 billion rupees as by October 31,Sri Lanka expects customs revenue to reach Rs925bn in 2023 Department of Customs has collected 760 billion rupees as by October 31,negative,-0.982332408
Sri Lanka to commence RAMIS 2.0 by December: state minister,11/1/2023,Economy,"The new digitalised system will enable Sri Lanka to raise tax revenue significantly, he said.","Sri Lanka to commence RAMIS 2.0 by December: state minister The new digitalised system will enable Sri Lanka to raise tax revenue significantly, he said.",positive,0.993640482
"Sri Lanka free visas may boost arrivals 15-20 pct from India, China, Russia: official",11/1/2023,Tourism,"Sri Lanka charges 20 dollars for an online ETA for South Asian countries, and 30 dollars for others.","Sri Lanka free visas may boost arrivals 15-20 pct from India, China, Russia: official Sri Lanka charges 20 dollars for an online ETA for South Asian countries, and 30 dollars for others.",negative,-0.899517894
"Sri Lanka shares up in afternoon trading, selling pressure easing",11/1/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stock market was trading up on Wednesday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed.","Sri Lanka shares up in afternoon trading, selling pressure easing Sri Lanka’s stock market was trading up on Wednesday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed.",negative,-0.974781275
Sri Lanka must stay the course on reforms: top World Bank official,11/1/2023,Economy,Bjerde’s trip included visits to World Bank-supported projects in the Northern and North Central Provinces.,Sri Lanka must stay the course on reforms: top World Bank official Bjerde’s trip included visits to World Bank-supported projects in the Northern and North Central Provinces.,positive,0.986792922
Sri Lanka seeks JICA help for domestic roof top solar,11/1/2023,Energy,"Requests JICA financing for renewable energy integration, and domestic and commercial roof top solar","Sri Lanka seeks JICA help for domestic roof top solar Requests JICA financing for renewable energy integration, and domestic and commercial roof top solar",negative,-0.975546896
Sri Lanka's cross-subsidising power tariff revision questioned,11/1/2023,Economy,"According to the organisation, the “differential” tariffs are inequitable and make little economic sense.","Sri Lanka's cross-subsidising power tariff revision questioned According to the organisation, the “differential” tariffs are inequitable and make little economic sense.",negative,-0.998107672
Sri Lanka’s rupee opens at 328.00/328.25 to the US dollar,11/1/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.00/328.25 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka’s rupee opens at 328.00/328.25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.00/328.25 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.97606796
Sri Lanka electricity reform law may reach parliament in Jan 2023,11/1/2023,Energy,I would imagine there would be a lot of challenges,Sri Lanka electricity reform law may reach parliament in Jan 2023 I would imagine there would be a lot of challenges,negative,-0.933634937
Sri Lanka raises prices of most fuel products; reduces Octane 92,10/31/2023,Energy,Sri Lanka revises prices in line with a formula ,Sri Lanka raises prices of most fuel products; reduces Octane 92 Sri Lanka revises prices in line with a formula ,negative,-0.95385325
"Sri Lanka inflation 1.5-pct in August, food prices deflate 5.4-pct",10/31/2023,Economy,The CCPI index peaked at 195.0 points in March,"Sri Lanka inflation 1.5-pct in August, food prices deflate 5.4-pct The CCPI index peaked at 195.0 points in March",negative,-0.993781269
Indian Finance Minister to visit Sri Lanka on three-day official visit,10/31/2023,International Relations,She will open two new State Bank of India branches in Jaffna and Trincomalee,Indian Finance Minister to visit Sri Lanka on three-day official visit She will open two new State Bank of India branches in Jaffna and Trincomalee,positive,0.99778831
"Sri Lanka’s political rhetoric, bureaucratic resistance may drag ‘escape if you can’ tax strat...",10/31/2023,Economic Crisis,The tax revenue is below the target for this year.,"Sri Lanka’s political rhetoric, bureaucratic resistance may drag ‘escape if you can’ tax strat... The tax revenue is below the target for this year.",negative,-0.999321938
Sri Lanka shares close down due to budget concerns,10/31/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stock market closed down on Tuesday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed.","Sri Lanka shares close down due to budget concerns Sri Lanka’s stock market closed down on Tuesday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed.",negative,-0.998549521
Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 327.80/328.00 to the US dollar,10/31/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.80/328.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 327.80/328.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.80/328.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.992838323
China's Sinopec wins Sri Lanka refinery deal,10/31/2023,Petroleum,Sri Lanka to sign agreement with Sinopec to build refinery in Hambantota ,China's Sinopec wins Sri Lanka refinery deal Sri Lanka to sign agreement with Sinopec to build refinery in Hambantota ,positive,0.968053639
Sri Lanka meets international bodies for progress review,10/31/2023,Debt Restructuring,The focus was on the Government's reform programs aimed at moving from crisis to recovery,Sri Lanka meets international bodies for progress review The focus was on the Government's reform programs aimed at moving from crisis to recovery,positive,0.968633354
Sri Lanka new Employment Act in progress,10/31/2023,Employment,Sri Lanka has submitted recommendations for a new Employment Act to Legal Draftsman,Sri Lanka new Employment Act in progress Sri Lanka has submitted recommendations for a new Employment Act to Legal Draftsman,positive,0.928106904
Sri Lanka to hike VAT to 18-pct from Jan 2024,10/31/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka will also remove exemptions of some taxes,Sri Lanka to hike VAT to 18-pct from Jan 2024 Sri Lanka will also remove exemptions of some taxes,negative,-0.995875776
Sri Lanka cabinet nod for revising power tariffs every three months,10/31/2023,Economy,"This was taking into consideration “the inconveniences the public has to confront”, the minister said.","Sri Lanka cabinet nod for revising power tariffs every three months This was taking into consideration “the inconveniences the public has to confront”, the minister said.",negative,-0.931176424
"Sri Lanka president to propose state, private sector salary hikes in budget",10/31/2023,Economy,This is to compensate for the rise in commodity prices due to inflation triggered by the 2022 currency crisis.,"Sri Lanka president to propose state, private sector salary hikes in budget This is to compensate for the rise in commodity prices due to inflation triggered by the 2022 currency crisis.",negative,-0.951446712
"EU grants 100,000 euros in emergency aid for Sri Lanka flood victims",10/31/2023,International Relations,The southern part of the island nation started experiencing a series of strong monsoon rains in early October.,"EU grants 100,000 euros in emergency aid for Sri Lanka flood victims The southern part of the island nation started experiencing a series of strong monsoon rains in early October.",positive,0.983959377
Sri Lanka shares down in mid-day trading,10/31/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stock market was trading down on Tuesday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed.","Sri Lanka shares down in mid-day trading Sri Lanka’s stock market was trading down on Tuesday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed.",negative,-0.998419642
"UNFPA, Australia provide crisis kits for Sri Lanka flood-affected women",10/31/2023,Human Rights,"Kits help maintain proper hygiene, reduce health risks, support physical and emotional well-being of the vulnerable","UNFPA, Australia provide crisis kits for Sri Lanka flood-affected women Kits help maintain proper hygiene, reduce health risks, support physical and emotional well-being of the vulnerable",positive,0.655490398
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 327.50/75 to the US dollar,10/31/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 327.50/75 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 327.50/75 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 327.50/75 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.972242355
Sri Lanka requests investor interest to divest SriLankan Airlines,10/31/2023,Aviation,Qualified investors will have to submit bids by February 2024,Sri Lanka requests investor interest to divest SriLankan Airlines Qualified investors will have to submit bids by February 2024,negative,-0.996050179
Sri Lanka electricity reform bill submitted to cabinet,10/31/2023,Energy,The proposed reforms will unbundle the services of CEB,Sri Lanka electricity reform bill submitted to cabinet The proposed reforms will unbundle the services of CEB,negative,-0.986498117
Sri Lanka invites interest to sell Canwill Holdings,10/31/2023,Economy,Has a building in Colombo and leased land in Hambantota,Sri Lanka invites interest to sell Canwill Holdings Has a building in Colombo and leased land in Hambantota,positive,0.945483565
World Bank official calls for more climate resilient farming in Sri Lanka,10/31/2023,Agriculture,Sri Lanka requires more initiatives to address challenges posed by climate change,World Bank official calls for more climate resilient farming in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka requires more initiatives to address challenges posed by climate change,negative,-0.981012464
SriLanka government to disburse August Aswesuma payments this week after July drag,10/30/2023,Economic Crisis,The new program replaced the politically-motivated Samurdhi scheme ,SriLanka government to disburse August Aswesuma payments this week after July drag The new program replaced the politically-motivated Samurdhi scheme ,negative,-0.993566811
"Sri Lanka shares close down on tax worries, low turnover",10/30/2023,Commodities,"Sri Lanka’s stock market closed on a mixed note on Monday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed.","Sri Lanka shares close down on tax worries, low turnover Sri Lanka’s stock market closed on a mixed note on Monday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed.",negative,-0.998648226
Sri Lanka rejects bids for bond auction ahead of coupon payment,10/30/2023,Economy,The debt office offered 22.5 billion rupees of 2028 and 22.5 billion rupees of 2031 bonds,Sri Lanka rejects bids for bond auction ahead of coupon payment The debt office offered 22.5 billion rupees of 2028 and 22.5 billion rupees of 2031 bonds,negative,-0.987423718
Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 327.40/70 to the US dollar,10/30/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.40/70 to the US dollar, dealers said","Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 327.40/70 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.40/70 to the US dollar, dealers said",negative,-0.994512796
Meet GMT recommendations when granting tax incentives: Sri Lanka think tank,10/30/2023,Economy,The GMT rule is an agreement introduced by the OECD/G20 in October 2021.,Meet GMT recommendations when granting tax incentives: Sri Lanka think tank The GMT rule is an agreement introduced by the OECD/G20 in October 2021.,positive,0.832003951
Sri Lanka's 2024 budget must facilitate growth without forgetting people's woes: official,10/30/2023,Economy,The state minister said Sri Lanka must maintain economic stability and continue on its path towards growth.,Sri Lanka's 2024 budget must facilitate growth without forgetting people's woes: official The state minister said Sri Lanka must maintain economic stability and continue on its path towards growth.,positive,0.998959303
"Sri Lanka roof top solar users can switch metering, financing for new users",10/30/2023,Energy,"Roof top solar customers to be allowed migration between net plus, net metering, net accounting; financing for new users","Sri Lanka roof top solar users can switch metering, financing for new users Roof top solar customers to be allowed migration between net plus, net metering, net accounting; financing for new users",negative,-0.932542622
Sri Lanka's local authorities to levy IMF-prescribed property tax from 2025,10/30/2023,Economy,"“This is a very progressive tax, meaning it will only be charged from people who have the capacity to pay.""","Sri Lanka's local authorities to levy IMF-prescribed property tax from 2025 “This is a very progressive tax, meaning it will only be charged from people who have the capacity to pay.""",negative,-0.993884742
Sri Lanka shares see mixed sentiments in intra-day trading,10/30/2023,Commodities,"The main All Share Price Index was down, while S&P SL20 was up","Sri Lanka shares see mixed sentiments in intra-day trading The main All Share Price Index was down, while S&P SL20 was up",negative,-0.996623039
Sri Lanka's agriculture ready to face climate change: Minister,10/30/2023,Agriculture,Developing agriculture sector to maintain successful cultivation even under harsh weather conditions,Sri Lanka's agriculture ready to face climate change: Minister Developing agriculture sector to maintain successful cultivation even under harsh weather conditions,positive,0.985173225
Sri Lanka IOC unit net down 60-pct in Sept,10/30/2023,Markets,Lanka IOC earnings were 9.50 rupees per share for the quarter,Sri Lanka IOC unit net down 60-pct in Sept Lanka IOC earnings were 9.50 rupees per share for the quarter,negative,-0.9819296
Sri Lanka and US to conduct Naval exercises,10/30/2023,International Relations,CARAT is a bilateral exercise between Sri Lanka and the United States to promote regional security cooperation,Sri Lanka and US to conduct Naval exercises CARAT is a bilateral exercise between Sri Lanka and the United States to promote regional security cooperation,positive,0.980292022
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.75/327.25 to US dollar,10/30/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.75/327.25 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.75/327.25 to US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.75/327.25 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.",negative,-0.974310756
Sri Lanka banks repay debt or collect US$1.49bn to Aug 2023,10/30/2023,Economy,Since April 2022 when the country hiked rates commercial banks have repaid or collected about 3.2 billion dollars,Sri Lanka banks repay debt or collect US$1.49bn to Aug 2023 Since April 2022 when the country hiked rates commercial banks have repaid or collected about 3.2 billion dollars,negative,-0.98201412
Deloitte in Sri Lanka and Maldives appoint new leadership team,10/29/2023,Business,The appointments come at a time when Deloitte is investing and expanding its presence in the South Asia region,Deloitte in Sri Lanka and Maldives appoint new leadership team The appointments come at a time when Deloitte is investing and expanding its presence in the South Asia region,positive,0.990059197
"IMF could have moved faster on Sri Lanka, instead of seeking extra safeguards: ex-official",10/29/2023,Economy,China was not formally a block to using the LIOA policy as it is called,"IMF could have moved faster on Sri Lanka, instead of seeking extra safeguards: ex-official China was not formally a block to using the LIOA policy as it is called",negative,-0.999153733
Sri Lanka's PABC Bank net up 214-pct in Sept,10/29/2023,Banking,Bank increases provisions for ISBs,Sri Lanka's PABC Bank net up 214-pct in Sept Bank increases provisions for ISBs,positive,0.505377293
"Sri Lanka's China-backed Hambantota port RORO volumes up 25-pct to 500,000",10/28/2023,Logistics,"Last year 500,000 mark was reached in November","Sri Lanka's China-backed Hambantota port RORO volumes up 25-pct to 500,000 Last year 500,000 mark was reached in November",negative,-0.887803853
"Sri Lanka housing authority losses near Rs20bn, Rs5bn in 5-years",10/28/2023,Construction and Real Estate,"The cumulative loss of the NHDA is close to 20 billion rupees, with a loss of 5 billion rupees made in last five years","Sri Lanka housing authority losses near Rs20bn, Rs5bn in 5-years The cumulative loss of the NHDA is close to 20 billion rupees, with a loss of 5 billion rupees made in last five years",negative,-0.999347985
Sri Lanka allocates 5.6 bn rupees for health sector: Minister,10/28/2023,Health,5.6 billion rupees was allocated from the Treasury for the supply of medicines,Sri Lanka allocates 5.6 bn rupees for health sector: Minister 5.6 billion rupees was allocated from the Treasury for the supply of medicines,negative,-0.91677171
"Sri Lanka old CB law also had independence provisions, but appointments key: Governor",10/28/2023,Economy,"In my view you can provide the text, but it is up to individuals to exercise","Sri Lanka old CB law also had independence provisions, but appointments key: Governor In my view you can provide the text, but it is up to individuals to exercise",positive,0.977199495
Sri Lanka flexible for investor to start Grand Hyatt operations – Minister,10/27/2023,Construction and Real Estate,"No investor has come forward for Grand Hyatt, a hotel constructed with public money under ex-leader Mahinda Rajapaksa ","Sri Lanka flexible for investor to start Grand Hyatt operations – Minister No investor has come forward for Grand Hyatt, a hotel constructed with public money under ex-leader Mahinda Rajapaksa ",positive,0.881259799
"Sri Lanka to call RFP for value addition, upgrading of some SOEs",10/27/2023,Economy,Most Sri Lankan minerals are mostly exported as raw materials ,"Sri Lanka to call RFP for value addition, upgrading of some SOEs Most Sri Lankan minerals are mostly exported as raw materials ",negative,-0.96435225
Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 327.20/40 to the US dollar,10/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.20/40 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were up","Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 327.20/40 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.20/40 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were up",negative,-0.977814138
"Sri Lanka, Italy in bilateral discussions on labour migration",10/27/2023,Employment,Talks centred on the renewal of the bilateral cooperation on labour migration agreement between the two countries,"Sri Lanka, Italy in bilateral discussions on labour migration Talks centred on the renewal of the bilateral cooperation on labour migration agreement between the two countries",positive,0.991978884
Sri Lanka Tamil MPs question alleged inaction on monk's racist outburst,10/27/2023,Politics,Tamil Progressive Alliance (TPA) MP Mano Ganesan also questioned the monk’s behaviour.,Sri Lanka Tamil MPs question alleged inaction on monk's racist outburst Tamil Progressive Alliance (TPA) MP Mano Ganesan also questioned the monk’s behaviour.,negative,-0.993880272
"Sri Lanka state workers demand 20,000-rupee wage hike",10/27/2023,Economy,"“We have been asking for a pay rise for government workers since the 2022 budget.""","Sri Lanka state workers demand 20,000-rupee wage hike “We have been asking for a pay rise for government workers since the 2022 budget.""",negative,-0.989659488
South Korea destroyer docks at Sri Lanka's Colombo Port,10/27/2023,International Relations,"Korea’s Indo-Pacific Strategy aims to engage in region not only for trade and investment, but also defense cooperation","South Korea destroyer docks at Sri Lanka's Colombo Port Korea’s Indo-Pacific Strategy aims to engage in region not only for trade and investment, but also defense cooperation",positive,0.894753337
Sri Lanka's Bairaha buys factory to export production,10/27/2023,Agriculture,The factory expects to start production from November 01,Sri Lanka's Bairaha buys factory to export production The factory expects to start production from November 01,negative,-0.630236804
Sri Lanka stocks up in mid-day trade,10/27/2023,Markets,"Some buying interest coming back into the market, possibly with the earnings that are coming out","Sri Lanka stocks up in mid-day trade Some buying interest coming back into the market, possibly with the earnings that are coming out",negative,-0.715301812
Sri Lanka FDI: think tank calls for policy consistency over tax incentives,10/27/2023,Business,"""This will reduce distortions in the economy while ensuring the government’s revenue base is protected,” said Advoca...","Sri Lanka FDI: think tank calls for policy consistency over tax incentives ""This will reduce distortions in the economy while ensuring the government’s revenue base is protected,” said Advoca...",negative,-0.893297553
"Sri Lanka UDA to build housing in Colombo with Chinese help, digitize land inventory",10/27/2023,Construction and Real Estate,"UDA possesses land suitable for both domestic and foreign investments, providing opportunities for interested parties","Sri Lanka UDA to build housing in Colombo with Chinese help, digitize land inventory UDA possesses land suitable for both domestic and foreign investments, providing opportunities for interested parties",positive,0.999098182
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.90/327.10 to the US dollar,10/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.90/327.10 to the US dollar on Friday, bond yields were up, dealers said. CSE opens up","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.90/327.10 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.90/327.10 to the US dollar on Friday, bond yields were up, dealers said. CSE opens up",negative,-0.632507682
Sri Lanka services exports rise in September,10/27/2023,Economy,The services exports do not count remittances which also provide dollars for people to import goods,Sri Lanka services exports rise in September The services exports do not count remittances which also provide dollars for people to import goods,positive,0.755628347
Sri Lanka to start covered short-selling from Nov 06,10/27/2023,Markets,Regulations to prevent excessive volatility,Sri Lanka to start covered short-selling from Nov 06 Regulations to prevent excessive volatility,negative,-0.997923732
Top Sri Lanka accounting professional Sujeewa Mudalige retires,10/27/2023,Culture,Retires after serving the firm and profession for over 25 years,Top Sri Lanka accounting professional Sujeewa Mudalige retires Retires after serving the firm and profession for over 25 years,negative,-0.99389267
"Sri Lanka govt has taken over Krrish project, in search of new investor: Minister",10/26/2023,Investment,Indian investor was originally expected to complete the project in 2016,"Sri Lanka govt has taken over Krrish project, in search of new investor: Minister Indian investor was originally expected to complete the project in 2016",negative,-0.970430374
Sri Lanka renews Indian Oil Corp petroleum license for 20-years,10/26/2023,Energy,The 20 years will start from January 2024,Sri Lanka renews Indian Oil Corp petroleum license for 20-years The 20 years will start from January 2024,positive,0.695706487
Sri Lanka's CDS teams with LankaPay to provide payment platform,10/26/2023,Markets,CDS signs agreement with LankaPay to facilitate a seamless and secure payment experience for investors.,Sri Lanka's CDS teams with LankaPay to provide payment platform CDS signs agreement with LankaPay to facilitate a seamless and secure payment experience for investors.,positive,0.988730252
Sri Lanka president asks private sector help to grow IT human capital,10/26/2023,ICT,President asks for collaborative efforts between private sector and government to foster IT human capital,Sri Lanka president asks private sector help to grow IT human capital President asks for collaborative efforts between private sector and government to foster IT human capital,positive,0.992185652
Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 326.90/327.25 to the US dollar,10/26/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.90/327.25 to the US dollar,Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 326.90/327.25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.90/327.25 to the US dollar,negative,-0.995965242
Sri Lanka stocks close down,10/26/2023,Commodities,The Colombo All Share Price Index closed down while more liquid S&P SL20 index closed up,Sri Lanka stocks close down The Colombo All Share Price Index closed down while more liquid S&P SL20 index closed up,negative,-0.996672869
Sri Lanka assured support by Chinese rural development officials,10/26/2023,Economy,The World Bank says that China has reduced its number of people with incomes below $1.90 by 800 million persons so far. ,Sri Lanka assured support by Chinese rural development officials The World Bank says that China has reduced its number of people with incomes below $1.90 by 800 million persons so far. ,negative,-0.973474741
Sri Lanka looks to create more trade agreements with Asia,10/26/2023,Trade,"Negotiations taking place with ASEAN countries, including Thailand and Indonesia, to expand trade cooperation","Sri Lanka looks to create more trade agreements with Asia Negotiations taking place with ASEAN countries, including Thailand and Indonesia, to expand trade cooperation",positive,0.965032399
Sri Lanka's environment act needs to be changed: Minister,10/26/2023,Environment,Steps should be taken to replace current National Environment Act with a new environmental act that suits country,Sri Lanka's environment act needs to be changed: Minister Steps should be taken to replace current National Environment Act with a new environmental act that suits country,negative,-0.99071306
Nimal Lansa challenges errant Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna MPs to defeat budget,10/26/2023,Politics,"A defeat of the budget effectively sees the dissolution of parliament, leading to a general election.","Nimal Lansa challenges errant Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna MPs to defeat budget A defeat of the budget effectively sees the dissolution of parliament, leading to a general election.",negative,-0.998373747
"Sri Lanka think tank cautions against ""differential"" tax treatment to Port City entities",10/26/2023,Economy,"“This criteria is vague and subjective, thus allowing the Commission to grant incentives at its discretion.""","Sri Lanka think tank cautions against ""differential"" tax treatment to Port City entities “This criteria is vague and subjective, thus allowing the Commission to grant incentives at its discretion.""",negative,-0.95290935
"156,261 Sri Lanka Aswesuma beneficiaries need bank accounts",10/26/2023,Government services,Beneficiaries will be given time until December to open accounts and benefit from July installments.,"156,261 Sri Lanka Aswesuma beneficiaries need bank accounts Beneficiaries will be given time until December to open accounts and benefit from July installments.",positive,0.538764119
Sri Lanka's Printcare to start Kenya packaging firm,10/26/2023,Commodities,"Printcare Plc and subsidiaries would hold 68.7 percent stake in Kenya unit, the firm said in stock exchange  filing","Sri Lanka's Printcare to start Kenya packaging firm Printcare Plc and subsidiaries would hold 68.7 percent stake in Kenya unit, the firm said in stock exchange  filing",negative,-0.967843115
"Sri Lanka's stocks open up, remain green in first hour of trading",10/26/2023,Commodities,Sri Lanka’s stock indices opened on a positive note on Thursday,"Sri Lanka's stocks open up, remain green in first hour of trading Sri Lanka’s stock indices opened on a positive note on Thursday",positive,0.999592125
"Sri Lanka debt restructuring: US insists on fairness, equal treatment",10/26/2023,Economy,"""Transparency from every party involved is crucial,” she said.","Sri Lanka debt restructuring: US insists on fairness, equal treatment ""Transparency from every party involved is crucial,” she said.",positive,0.912266433
"Sri Lanka’s rupee opens at 326.50/327.00 to the US dollar, bond yields up",10/26/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.50/327.00 to the US dollar, and bond were yields up, dealers said","Sri Lanka’s rupee opens at 326.50/327.00 to the US dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.50/327.00 to the US dollar, and bond were yields up, dealers said",negative,-0.887255073
Top Sri Lanka financial professional Ravi Abeysuriya passes away,10/26/2023,Culture,He was the first country head of Fitch Ratings and Amba Research in Sri Lanka,Top Sri Lanka financial professional Ravi Abeysuriya passes away He was the first country head of Fitch Ratings and Amba Research in Sri Lanka,negative,-0.996742189
Choudary Group completes acquisition of Sri Lanka's Union Bank,10/25/2023,Banking,"we want to also look at the possibility of Union Bank's expansion to markets such as Africa, Nepal and Bhutan","Choudary Group completes acquisition of Sri Lanka's Union Bank we want to also look at the possibility of Union Bank's expansion to markets such as Africa, Nepal and Bhutan",positive,0.998125255
Sri Lanka stocks take a dip as budget worries loom,10/25/2023,Commodities,Apprehension about upcoming budget sees sellers but no takers,Sri Lanka stocks take a dip as budget worries loom Apprehension about upcoming budget sees sellers but no takers,negative,-0.994304478
Sri Lanka's rupee closes at 326.50/327.00 to the US dollar,10/25/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.50/327.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were up","Sri Lanka's rupee closes at 326.50/327.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.50/327.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were up",negative,-0.982128501
Sri Lanka 3-month bill auction yield down 20bp,10/25/2023,Bonds & Forex,A total of 135 billion rupees of bills were sold and 116.5 billion was sold,Sri Lanka 3-month bill auction yield down 20bp A total of 135 billion rupees of bills were sold and 116.5 billion was sold,negative,-0.995675623
"Sri Lanka president asks engineers to help develop agriculture, economy",10/25/2023,Agriculture,"About 700,000 to a million acres of land, in Mahaweli area and plantations, to be repurposed to modernize agriculture","Sri Lanka president asks engineers to help develop agriculture, economy About 700,000 to a million acres of land, in Mahaweli area and plantations, to be repurposed to modernize agriculture",positive,0.740453303
Sri Lanka to roll out cost recovery formula for water tariffs in January,10/25/2023,Economy,"“The focus is now on developing a cost recovery formula, a collaborative effort with the Water Board, and ADB project....","Sri Lanka to roll out cost recovery formula for water tariffs in January “The focus is now on developing a cost recovery formula, a collaborative effort with the Water Board, and ADB project....",negative,-0.519748092
"Sri Lanka think tank questions tax holidays granted to ""strategic"" projects",10/25/2023,Business,"""This led to generous tax holidays and incentives granted to projects that were not in any sense strategic.""","Sri Lanka think tank questions tax holidays granted to ""strategic"" projects ""This led to generous tax holidays and incentives granted to projects that were not in any sense strategic.""",negative,-0.966014266
Japan grant to revamp Sri Lanka North-East fisheries infrastructure,10/25/2023,Fisheries,Japan is to offer a 200 million yen (435 million rupees) grant to upgrade fisheries infrastructure in the North and East,Japan grant to revamp Sri Lanka North-East fisheries infrastructure Japan is to offer a 200 million yen (435 million rupees) grant to upgrade fisheries infrastructure in the North and East,positive,0.774461687
Sri Lanka to probe alleged Rs100mn paddy fraud at SOE,10/25/2023,Agriculture,100 million rupees worth of stocks within the Kurunegala district is alleged to have vanished from five warehouses.,Sri Lanka to probe alleged Rs100mn paddy fraud at SOE 100 million rupees worth of stocks within the Kurunegala district is alleged to have vanished from five warehouses.,negative,-0.999639392
Sri Lanka leftist leader AKD leading presidential voting intent poll,10/25/2023,Politics,Support for Dissanayake among likely voters has increased by seven percent since August.,Sri Lanka leftist leader AKD leading presidential voting intent poll Support for Dissanayake among likely voters has increased by seven percent since August.,positive,0.744252086
"Sri Lanka launches labour migration blueprint with ILO, SDC help",10/25/2023,Employment,"The world of migration is evolving: We need a fresh approach, one that aligns with the current situation","Sri Lanka launches labour migration blueprint with ILO, SDC help The world of migration is evolving: We need a fresh approach, one that aligns with the current situation",positive,0.98799485
New Zealand to help Sri Lanka establish immigration resource centre in East,10/25/2023,Employment,"Foreign Employment ministry to establish migrant worker resource centre in Eastern Province, with NZ grant","New Zealand to help Sri Lanka establish immigration resource centre in East Foreign Employment ministry to establish migrant worker resource centre in Eastern Province, with NZ grant",positive,0.970814288
"Sri Lanka’s rupee opens at 327.30/60 to the US dollar, bond yields up",10/25/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 327.30/60 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. ","Sri Lanka’s rupee opens at 327.30/60 to the US dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 327.30/60 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. ",negative,-0.971923113
Sri Lanka's stocks open on a mixed note before trending down,10/25/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stock indices opened on a mixed note on Wednesday morning, before turning negative.","Sri Lanka's stocks open on a mixed note before trending down Sri Lanka’s stock indices opened on a mixed note on Wednesday morning, before turning negative.",negative,-0.99866581
Sri Lanka to change labour law to help females work in ICT/BPO firms,10/25/2023,ICT,Shop and Office Employees Act to be amended,Sri Lanka to change labour law to help females work in ICT/BPO firms Shop and Office Employees Act to be amended,negative,-0.935068369
"Sri Lanka exports down 11.8-pct in Sept, apparel plunge 24-pct",10/25/2023,Economy,Apparel and textiles fell 24 percent to 361.8 million US dollars,"Sri Lanka exports down 11.8-pct in Sept, apparel plunge 24-pct Apparel and textiles fell 24 percent to 361.8 million US dollars",negative,-0.999071717
"Sri Lanka plans Revenue Authority to monitor underperforming IRD, Excise dept, Customs: sources",10/24/2023,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka's tax revenue has been below the expected level this year,"Sri Lanka plans Revenue Authority to monitor underperforming IRD, Excise dept, Customs: sources Sri Lanka's tax revenue has been below the expected level this year",negative,-0.995339036
Sri Lanka’s targeted Aswesuma poverty alleviation program faces delay amid resistance,10/24/2023,Government services,"Payments were made for some beneficiaries only in July. No payments were made for August, September","Sri Lanka’s targeted Aswesuma poverty alleviation program faces delay amid resistance Payments were made for some beneficiaries only in July. No payments were made for August, September",negative,-0.998129189
Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 327.40/60 to the US dollar,10/24/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.40/60 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were stable.","Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 327.40/60 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 327.40/60 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were stable.",positive,0.95943141
Sri Lanka stocks close down as investors standby for budget,10/24/2023,Commodities,A lot of people want to wait for the budget. So there may be lesser buying in the market,Sri Lanka stocks close down as investors standby for budget A lot of people want to wait for the budget. So there may be lesser buying in the market,negative,-0.999543309
Sri Lanka orders liquor manufacturers to pay 10-year tax arrears,10/24/2023,Business,Sri Lanka’s liquor manufacturers have to settle 10 years in tax payables before the end of October,Sri Lanka orders liquor manufacturers to pay 10-year tax arrears Sri Lanka’s liquor manufacturers have to settle 10 years in tax payables before the end of October,negative,-0.987158895
Sri Lanka senior citizens get tax refund on interest income,10/24/2023,Banking,"Sri Lanka is to refund advance income tax (AIT) deducted on interest income of senior citizens, IRD announced.","Sri Lanka senior citizens get tax refund on interest income Sri Lanka is to refund advance income tax (AIT) deducted on interest income of senior citizens, IRD announced.",negative,-0.961804211
Sri Lanka to set up 'Anti-Narcotic Command' to combat influx of drugs,10/24/2023,Crime,"""Proposed laws are in preparation and will be presented to the Parliament for future implementation,” said Ratnayaka.","Sri Lanka to set up 'Anti-Narcotic Command' to combat influx of drugs ""Proposed laws are in preparation and will be presented to the Parliament for future implementation,” said Ratnayaka.",positive,0.714507222
Sri Lanka must go beyond piecemeal approach to export diversification: IPS,10/24/2023,Trade,"""Sri Lanka can no longer approach efforts to expand and diversify exports in a piecemeal fashion,"" the IPS said.","Sri Lanka must go beyond piecemeal approach to export diversification: IPS ""Sri Lanka can no longer approach efforts to expand and diversify exports in a piecemeal fashion,"" the IPS said.",negative,-0.966928005
Sri Lanka seeks investors for 200MW floating solar plant on Samanalawewa,10/24/2023,Energy,Cabinet nod to call proposals from private investors to build a floating solar plant on the Samanalawewa reservoir ,Sri Lanka seeks investors for 200MW floating solar plant on Samanalawewa Cabinet nod to call proposals from private investors to build a floating solar plant on the Samanalawewa reservoir ,negative,-0.979418635
Sri Lanka to sell single heritage site ticket for tourists,10/24/2023,Tourism,Sri Lanka is to sell a package ticket to tourists who want to visit selected heritage sites around the island.,Sri Lanka to sell single heritage site ticket for tourists Sri Lanka is to sell a package ticket to tourists who want to visit selected heritage sites around the island.,positive,0.833295703
Sri Lanka's corporate income tax collection abysmally low: think tank,10/24/2023,Economy,"""Compared to other countries in the region as well, CIT collection in Sri Lanka has been abysmally low.""","Sri Lanka's corporate income tax collection abysmally low: think tank ""Compared to other countries in the region as well, CIT collection in Sri Lanka has been abysmally low.""",negative,-0.999747932
Sri Lanka to sign US$100mn ADB credit for SME loans,10/24/2023,Finance,Sri Lanka to sign agreement with Asian Development Bank for US100mn loan for small and medium enterprise loans,Sri Lanka to sign US$100mn ADB credit for SME loans Sri Lanka to sign agreement with Asian Development Bank for US100mn loan for small and medium enterprise loans,negative,-0.9330616
Sri Lanka stocks down in mid-day trade amidst selling pressure,10/24/2023,Commodities,"Sri Lanka's stock indices were down in mid-day trade on Tuesday, as investors stood by for the upcoming budget.","Sri Lanka stocks down in mid-day trade amidst selling pressure Sri Lanka's stock indices were down in mid-day trade on Tuesday, as investors stood by for the upcoming budget.",negative,-0.999384403
"Sri Lanka waives visa fee to six Asian nations, Russia",10/24/2023,Tourism,"Cabinet approved free visa to India, China, Russia, Malaysia, Japan, Indonesia and Thailand as a pilot projec","Sri Lanka waives visa fee to six Asian nations, Russia Cabinet approved free visa to India, China, Russia, Malaysia, Japan, Indonesia and Thailand as a pilot projec",positive,0.976134717
Sri Lanka eyeing quarterly power tariff revisions to avoid forecasting disputes,10/24/2023,Economy,"It is easy cut prices if there is a profit, but it is difficult to raise","Sri Lanka eyeing quarterly power tariff revisions to avoid forecasting disputes It is easy cut prices if there is a profit, but it is difficult to raise",negative,-0.999321222
Sri Lanka crop lifting monkeys to brave air rifles after Chinese zoo plan,10/23/2023,Agriculture,Monkeys took first place in crop destruction according to the minister,Sri Lanka crop lifting monkeys to brave air rifles after Chinese zoo plan Monkeys took first place in crop destruction according to the minister,positive,0.581550956
"Sri Lanka shares close up, buoyed by IMF agreement and China assurances",10/23/2023,Markets,CSE closed up Monday due to positive sentiment from news of IMF staff level agreement and China's assurance of support,"Sri Lanka shares close up, buoyed by IMF agreement and China assurances CSE closed up Monday due to positive sentiment from news of IMF staff level agreement and China's assurance of support",positive,0.997588396
Sri Lanka rupee edges up to close at 326.50/327.00 to US dollar,10/23/2023,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee edged up to close at 326.50/327.00 to US dollar on Monday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee edges up to close at 326.50/327.00 to US dollar The Sri Lanka rupee edged up to close at 326.50/327.00 to US dollar on Monday, dealers said.",negative,-0.985488951
Sri Lanka energy minister justifies latest tariff hike; warns of worse 2024,10/23/2023,Energy,Sri Lanka has raised electricity tariff more than double since August last year,Sri Lanka energy minister justifies latest tariff hike; warns of worse 2024 Sri Lanka has raised electricity tariff more than double since August last year,negative,-0.935691774
Sri Lanka AG may clear electricity reform bill next week: Minister,10/23/2023,Energy,.,Sri Lanka AG may clear electricity reform bill next week: Minister .,negative,-0.926553547
Sri Lanka to develop Palali airport: Minister,10/23/2023,Aviation,Palali international airport will be expanded with bigger passenger terminal and duty-free shopping mall,Sri Lanka to develop Palali airport: Minister Palali international airport will be expanded with bigger passenger terminal and duty-free shopping mall,positive,0.99625659
Ensure Palestinians are not victimized: Sri Lanka President ,10/23/2023,International Relations,President Ranil Wickremesinghe does not approve of the victimization of the Palestinians in the Gaza strip.,Ensure Palestinians are not victimized: Sri Lanka President  President Ranil Wickremesinghe does not approve of the victimization of the Palestinians in the Gaza strip.,negative,-0.677033126
Sri Lanka shares up in mid-day trade after IMF and China news,10/23/2023,Commodities,Shares were trading up as investors turned positive with IMF agreement and China's assurance of help,Sri Lanka shares up in mid-day trade after IMF and China news Shares were trading up as investors turned positive with IMF agreement and China's assurance of help,positive,0.993118763
"Sri Lanka sugar firms burying ethanol after currency collapse, taxes: Minister",10/23/2023,Consumer Affairs,Legal alcohol producers are not buying ethanol produced at state-run sugar firms and material is piling up,"Sri Lanka sugar firms burying ethanol after currency collapse, taxes: Minister Legal alcohol producers are not buying ethanol produced at state-run sugar firms and material is piling up",negative,-0.99684298
"Sri Lanka's NPP leads with 42 pct of likely voters, ahead of SJB, UNP in September",10/23/2023,Politics,"""This put them well ahead of the SJB on 22 percent, the UNP on 13 percent, and the SLPP on 8 percent.""","Sri Lanka's NPP leads with 42 pct of likely voters, ahead of SJB, UNP in September ""This put them well ahead of the SJB on 22 percent, the UNP on 13 percent, and the SLPP on 8 percent.""",positive,0.998690307
Sri Lanka's health minister replaced weeks after no-confidence motion,10/23/2023,Health,"Rambukwella, meanwhile, has been given the Environment portfolio.","Sri Lanka's health minister replaced weeks after no-confidence motion Rambukwella, meanwhile, has been given the Environment portfolio.",positive,0.570720911
Sri Lanka re-instates soft alcohol licences for hotels,10/23/2023,Tourism,The Excise Department has reversed the soft alcohol licence suspension,Sri Lanka re-instates soft alcohol licences for hotels The Excise Department has reversed the soft alcohol licence suspension,negative,-0.988882244
Sri Lanka president reiterates power grid connectivity plans with India,10/23/2023,Economy,"“India’s electricity system and Sri Lanka’s electricity system will be connected. This will be across Mannar,” h...","Sri Lanka president reiterates power grid connectivity plans with India “India’s electricity system and Sri Lanka’s electricity system will be connected. This will be across Mannar,” h...",positive,0.948267341
"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 325.50/326.25 to the US dollar, stocks up",10/23/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 325.50/326.25 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Stocks were trading up.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 325.50/326.25 to the US dollar, stocks up Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 325.50/326.25 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said. Stocks were trading up.",negative,-0.955677569
Sri Lanka's rupee depreciation and economic crises; the deficit lie,10/23/2023,Bellwether,"Deficits do not rise much in the year that a currency crisis is triggered, but in the stabilization year","Sri Lanka's rupee depreciation and economic crises; the deficit lie Deficits do not rise much in the year that a currency crisis is triggered, but in the stabilization year",negative,-0.995760024
Sri Lanka cuts import duty on beedi paper to end smuggling,10/22/2023,Economy,The impractical tax of 5000 rupees as led to 75 percent of beedi paper coming through alternative means,Sri Lanka cuts import duty on beedi paper to end smuggling The impractical tax of 5000 rupees as led to 75 percent of beedi paper coming through alternative means,negative,-0.98820591
Sri Lanka's CPC may sell fuel competing with Sinopec after talks with IMF: Minister,10/22/2023,Energy,CPC is going ahead with the IMF on the price formula: Minister,Sri Lanka's CPC may sell fuel competing with Sinopec after talks with IMF: Minister CPC is going ahead with the IMF on the price formula: Minister,negative,-0.978046179
Argentina dollarization falsehoods touted in shocking parallel to Sri Lanka reactions,10/22/2023,Economy,Most heavily dollarized country outside of the US ,Argentina dollarization falsehoods touted in shocking parallel to Sri Lanka reactions Most heavily dollarized country outside of the US ,negative,-0.994174778
Sri Lanka tea export revenues up 1.8-pct in September,10/22/2023,Agriculture,"Though exports volumes were up in September, tea production was down in the month","Sri Lanka tea export revenues up 1.8-pct in September Though exports volumes were up in September, tea production was down in the month",negative,-0.999468625
Sri Lanka Ceylinco group founder Lalith Kotelawala passes away at 84,10/21/2023,People,He was in Sri Lanka's top richest list in 2007 before facing misappropriation charges ,Sri Lanka Ceylinco group founder Lalith Kotelawala passes away at 84 He was in Sri Lanka's top richest list in 2007 before facing misappropriation charges ,negative,-0.988678157
Sri Lanka’s Sinopec-shortlisted refinery tender to be awarded in “three weeks”,10/21/2023,Energy,Government is now in the process of reviewing the RFPs - D V Chanaka ,Sri Lanka’s Sinopec-shortlisted refinery tender to be awarded in “three weeks” Government is now in the process of reviewing the RFPs - D V Chanaka ,negative,-0.977702558
US-based RM Parks to start fuel supply in Sri Lanka soon; United faces delay,10/21/2023,Energy,United Petroleum Australia requested permission to remit dollars outside Sri Lanka,US-based RM Parks to start fuel supply in Sri Lanka soon; United faces delay United Petroleum Australia requested permission to remit dollars outside Sri Lanka,negative,-0.998628378
"China lenders for friendly consultation, early agreement on Sri Lanka debt: joint statement",10/21/2023,Economy,Exim Bank had reached preliminary agreement for US$4.2 bn in debt,"China lenders for friendly consultation, early agreement on Sri Lanka debt: joint statement Exim Bank had reached preliminary agreement for US$4.2 bn in debt",negative,-0.864079475
China Sri Lanka joint statement full text,10/21/2023,Political News,President Ranil Wickremesinghe met President Xi Jingping and Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang,China Sri Lanka joint statement full text President Ranil Wickremesinghe met President Xi Jingping and Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang,positive,0.997033119
Sri Lanka’s state-run fuel retailer to digitize tendering from next month: Minister,10/21/2023,Energy,New e-procurement system expected to automate tender awarding process totally ,Sri Lanka’s state-run fuel retailer to digitize tendering from next month: Minister New e-procurement system expected to automate tender awarding process totally ,negative,-0.967809319
Sri Lanka assured by advisors that China Exim debt plan is 'comparable': Minister,10/20/2023,Debt Restructuring,Government officials have said China has not agreed for any haircut on their debts to Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka assured by advisors that China Exim debt plan is 'comparable': Minister Government officials have said China has not agreed for any haircut on their debts to Sri Lanka,negative,-0.916359007
"Sri Lanka considers designating Norochcholai, Kalpitiya as agrizones",10/20/2023,Agriculture,Minister of agriculture to assess proposal on benefits of designating the area an agricultural zone.,"Sri Lanka considers designating Norochcholai, Kalpitiya as agrizones Minister of agriculture to assess proposal on benefits of designating the area an agricultural zone.",negative,-0.979020953
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 325.75/326.25 to US dollar,10/20/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 325.75/326.25 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields were down, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 325.75/326.25 to US dollar Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 325.75/326.25 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields were down, dealers said.",negative,-0.99822098
Sri Lanka’s stocks close up after IMF announcement,10/20/2023,Commodities,"Sri Lanka stock indices closed up in trading on Friday, after IMF announced it had reached a Staff Level Agreement","Sri Lanka’s stocks close up after IMF announcement Sri Lanka stock indices closed up in trading on Friday, after IMF announced it had reached a Staff Level Agreement",negative,-0.99100399
Chinese institutions offer support for Sri Lanka's proposed climate university,10/20/2023,Education,The discussion also resulted in the decision to convene several online sessions to engage with other relevant parties.,Chinese institutions offer support for Sri Lanka's proposed climate university The discussion also resulted in the decision to convene several online sessions to engage with other relevant parties.,positive,0.84986341
"Sri Lanka should aim for revenues of 12-pct of GDP, avoid shortfalls: IMF",10/20/2023,Economy,Clearly the objective is not to let it happen next year and make up for that shortfall,"Sri Lanka should aim for revenues of 12-pct of GDP, avoid shortfalls: IMF Clearly the objective is not to let it happen next year and make up for that shortfall",negative,-0.970821202
"Sri Lanka to appoint two Admirals, Air Chief Marshal as ambassadors",10/20/2023,International Relations,"Sri Lanka appoints three retired military personnel as high commissioners and ambassador to Pakistan, Cuba and Nepal.","Sri Lanka to appoint two Admirals, Air Chief Marshal as ambassadors Sri Lanka appoints three retired military personnel as high commissioners and ambassador to Pakistan, Cuba and Nepal.",positive,0.984397948
Sri Lanka top presidential hopefuls remain unpopular despite some gains by AKD: poll,10/20/2023,Politics,"“We have noted that some members of the public misunderstand media reporting of these numbers.""","Sri Lanka top presidential hopefuls remain unpopular despite some gains by AKD: poll “We have noted that some members of the public misunderstand media reporting of these numbers.""",negative,-0.998384476
IMF review agreement will help Sri Lanka fast-track debt restructuring: official,10/20/2023,Economy,"“The SLA will enhance confidence in our economy and help fast-track the debt restructuring resolution.""","IMF review agreement will help Sri Lanka fast-track debt restructuring: official “The SLA will enhance confidence in our economy and help fast-track the debt restructuring resolution.""",positive,0.998741448
"Sri Lanka President, China’s BYD talks EV assembly, electric rail ",10/20/2023,Investment,"The dialogue on electrification of Sri Lanka’s transport systems, electric vehicle assembly and electric train service...","Sri Lanka President, China’s BYD talks EV assembly, electric rail  The dialogue on electrification of Sri Lanka’s transport systems, electric vehicle assembly and electric train service...",positive,0.977914691
Sri Lanka’s stocks up in mid-day trading,10/20/2023,Commodities,"Sri Lanka stock indices were up during mid-morning trading on Friday, after an IMF staff level agreement","Sri Lanka’s stocks up in mid-day trading Sri Lanka stock indices were up during mid-morning trading on Friday, after an IMF staff level agreement",negative,-0.990810871
Sri Lanka president meets China's Xi Jinping,10/20/2023,Debt Restructuring,"President Xi assured China would provide friendly, practical, timely support for Sri Lanka's debt optimization program","Sri Lanka president meets China's Xi Jinping President Xi assured China would provide friendly, practical, timely support for Sri Lanka's debt optimization program",positive,0.99961108
Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker at 325.30/326.00 to US dollar,10/20/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 325.30/326.00 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields were down","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker at 325.30/326.00 to US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 325.30/326.00 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields were down",negative,-0.998796344
"Sri Lanka domestic power tariffs up 18-pct, hotels, industry 12-pct",10/20/2023,Energy,General purpose up about 22-pct,"Sri Lanka domestic power tariffs up 18-pct, hotels, industry 12-pct General purpose up about 22-pct",negative,-0.946738422
Sri Lanka reaches staff level agreement with IMF for next review,10/19/2023,Economy,"IMF last month delayed the completion of the first review amid lower taxes, lingering debt restructuring talks ","Sri Lanka reaches staff level agreement with IMF for next review IMF last month delayed the completion of the first review amid lower taxes, lingering debt restructuring talks ",negative,-0.977655292
Sri Lanka eco-clearance may not come to dig 10m for mineral sands: Minister,10/19/2023,Environment,"Though mining permits have been given to three firms, unlikely that permission will be given to dig deeper than 4.2m","Sri Lanka eco-clearance may not come to dig 10m for mineral sands: Minister Though mining permits have been given to three firms, unlikely that permission will be given to dig deeper than 4.2m",negative,-0.997769475
Sri Lanka’s stocks close up with investor interest picking up,10/19/2023,Markets,Buying interest coming into the bigger banks and also the tourism sector,Sri Lanka’s stocks close up with investor interest picking up Buying interest coming into the bigger banks and also the tourism sector,negative,-0.891280293
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 325.40/60 to US dollar,10/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed down at 325.40/60 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields were down, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 325.40/60 to US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed down at 325.40/60 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields were down, dealers said.",negative,-0.99810046
Sri Lanka lawyers' collective concerned over commission to propose election reforms,10/19/2023,Politics,The commission is chaired by  retired Chief Justice Priyasath Dep PC.,Sri Lanka lawyers' collective concerned over commission to propose election reforms The commission is chaired by  retired Chief Justice Priyasath Dep PC.,positive,0.981568515
"Sri Lanka says China FinMin assures medium, long-term debt optimization",10/19/2023,Foreign Debts,"Has expressed “China’s unwavering commitment to Sri Lanka’s development"".","Sri Lanka says China FinMin assures medium, long-term debt optimization Has expressed “China’s unwavering commitment to Sri Lanka’s development"".",positive,0.93076694
Sri Lanka's fuel imports  unlikely to hit by Middle Eastern conflict amid uncertainty - Minister,10/19/2023,Energy,"The country has already secured tenders for supply until June next year, but there could be uncertainties,","Sri Lanka's fuel imports  unlikely to hit by Middle Eastern conflict amid uncertainty - Minister The country has already secured tenders for supply until June next year, but there could be uncertainties,",negative,-0.993019283
Sri Lanka snubs first economy-linked debt restructure offer from bondholders,10/19/2023,Economy,Authorities are therefore ready to discuss a potential value recovery instrument if structured appropriately,Sri Lanka snubs first economy-linked debt restructure offer from bondholders Authorities are therefore ready to discuss a potential value recovery instrument if structured appropriately,positive,0.977982283
Sri Lanka calls investors to sell Lanka Hospitals stake,10/19/2023,Economy,Those who meet qualifying criteria will be selected by end November.,Sri Lanka calls investors to sell Lanka Hospitals stake Those who meet qualifying criteria will be selected by end November.,negative,-0.968040824
Sri Lanka suspends soft alcohol licences to hotels pending court case,10/19/2023,General Industry,Sri Lanka’s Excise Department suspended soft alcohol licenses issued to hotels and restaurants registered with SLTPB.,Sri Lanka suspends soft alcohol licences to hotels pending court case Sri Lanka’s Excise Department suspended soft alcohol licenses issued to hotels and restaurants registered with SLTPB.,negative,-0.997543752
Climate change: Sri Lanka president proposes debt relief for tropical countries,10/19/2023,Economy,"“It’s worth noting that there are 150 tropical countries, with 88 of them participating in the Belt & Road initiativ...","Climate change: Sri Lanka president proposes debt relief for tropical countries “It’s worth noting that there are 150 tropical countries, with 88 of them participating in the Belt & Road initiativ...",positive,0.998405635
UN calls for urgent change in water-stressed Sri Lanka's agrifood systems,10/19/2023,Agriculture,"The UN food agencies (FAO, IFAD, and WFP) highlighted the urgent need for Sri Lanka to “transform its agrifood systems...","UN calls for urgent change in water-stressed Sri Lanka's agrifood systems The UN food agencies (FAO, IFAD, and WFP) highlighted the urgent need for Sri Lanka to “transform its agrifood systems...",positive,0.944488525
"Sri Lanka's COPE, COPA need AG presence for legal action on findings : Harsha",10/19/2023,Economy,We are all agreeable to bring in an officer from the AG's office,"Sri Lanka's COPE, COPA need AG presence for legal action on findings : Harsha We are all agreeable to bring in an officer from the AG's office",positive,0.962243199
Sri Lanka's health care digitisation reduces operational costs: government,10/19/2023,Health,This availability of data helps the hospital provide treatment easily when the patient returns to the hospital.,Sri Lanka's health care digitisation reduces operational costs: government This availability of data helps the hospital provide treatment easily when the patient returns to the hospital.,positive,0.824382842
Sri Lanka’s stocks indices send mixed signals,10/19/2023,Commodities,"Mixed signals on both sides, the ASPI slightly coming down and the S&P SL20 moving up","Sri Lanka’s stocks indices send mixed signals Mixed signals on both sides, the ASPI slightly coming down and the S&P SL20 moving up",negative,-0.964099765
Sri Lanka tea production down 10-pct in Sept 2023,10/19/2023,Agriculture,Adverse weather and low fertilizer application by smallholders were contributing to the fall,Sri Lanka tea production down 10-pct in Sept 2023 Adverse weather and low fertilizer application by smallholders were contributing to the fall,negative,-0.999087095
Sri Lanka’s rupee opens at 324.55/85 to the US dollar,10/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 324.55/85 to the US dollar on Thursday, bond yields were down, dealers said.","Sri Lanka’s rupee opens at 324.55/85 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 324.55/85 to the US dollar on Thursday, bond yields were down, dealers said.",negative,-0.999017477
Sri Lanka and Vietnam Presidents discuss closer links,10/19/2023,Economy,This dialogue was underscored as a fresh approach to charting a path forward together,Sri Lanka and Vietnam Presidents discuss closer links This dialogue was underscored as a fresh approach to charting a path forward together,positive,0.987713456
Sri Lanka has to navigate Northern fisheries between India and China : Minister,10/19/2023,International Relations,Depleting fish resources have forced fishermen to go for Chinese funded sea cucumber farming,Sri Lanka has to navigate Northern fisheries between India and China : Minister Depleting fish resources have forced fishermen to go for Chinese funded sea cucumber farming,negative,-0.981356144
Sri Lanka confident of reaching IMF staff level deal soon: Minister,10/18/2023,Economy,Engaged with partners to discuss opportunities to enhance the progress made towards economic recovery,Sri Lanka confident of reaching IMF staff level deal soon: Minister Engaged with partners to discuss opportunities to enhance the progress made towards economic recovery,positive,0.998769701
Sri Lanka and Pakistan leaders discuss respective currency crises,10/18/2023,Economy,Engaged in an extensive discourse concerning the economic crises,Sri Lanka and Pakistan leaders discuss respective currency crises Engaged in an extensive discourse concerning the economic crises,positive,0.996189177
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 324.50/65 to the US dollar, bond yields down",10/18/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 324.50/65 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields were down, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 324.50/65 to the US dollar, bond yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 324.50/65 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields were down, dealers said.",negative,-0.997707725
"Sri Lanka’s stocks trade down, but selling pressure waning",10/18/2023,Commodities,"Shares traded down Wednesday, but analysts said selling pressure was waning with investors looking to pick up stocks","Sri Lanka’s stocks trade down, but selling pressure waning Shares traded down Wednesday, but analysts said selling pressure was waning with investors looking to pick up stocks",negative,-0.999213457
Sri Lanka Treasury bill auction yields down,10/18/2023,Bonds & Forex,Slightly less than offered volume sold,Sri Lanka Treasury bill auction yields down Slightly less than offered volume sold,negative,-0.999378562
Huawei signs agreement to digitise Sri Lanka schools,10/18/2023,Education,Huawei announced its support to help Sri Lanka implement program to nurture software and hardware engineers ,Huawei signs agreement to digitise Sri Lanka schools Huawei announced its support to help Sri Lanka implement program to nurture software and hardware engineers ,positive,0.938864648
Move to oust Sri Lanka police chief backfires,10/18/2023,Legal,.,Move to oust Sri Lanka police chief backfires .,negative,-0.996449232
"Sri Lanka hands over 10,000 dollars to workers in Israel",10/18/2023,Employment,"Foreign Employment Bureau gives 10,000 dollars to Embassy in Israel to provide facilities to Lankan workers amidst war","Sri Lanka hands over 10,000 dollars to workers in Israel Foreign Employment Bureau gives 10,000 dollars to Embassy in Israel to provide facilities to Lankan workers amidst war",negative,-0.92550081
Sri Lanka ethnic issue: MP invites Tamil leaders to work with president,10/18/2023,Politics,"“This process must be expedited,” he said.","Sri Lanka ethnic issue: MP invites Tamil leaders to work with president “This process must be expedited,” he said.",negative,-0.982839882
"Sri Lanka opposition leader calls for UN intervention in Gaza ""terror and state terror""",10/18/2023,International Relations,The New York Times reported quoting Gazan officials that an explosion killed hundreds of people on Tuesday October 17.,"Sri Lanka opposition leader calls for UN intervention in Gaza ""terror and state terror"" The New York Times reported quoting Gazan officials that an explosion killed hundreds of people on Tuesday October 17.",negative,-0.987615764
Sri Lanka's anti-terrorism bill removed from parliament's order paper,10/18/2023,Politics,Sri Lanka’s new proposed counter-terror law has drawn criticism from various quarters.,Sri Lanka's anti-terrorism bill removed from parliament's order paper Sri Lanka’s new proposed counter-terror law has drawn criticism from various quarters.,negative,-0.996780097
Sri Lanka’s rupee opens at 324.00/50 to the US dollar,10/18/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 324.00/50 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields were up, dealers said.","Sri Lanka’s rupee opens at 324.00/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 324.00/50 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields were up, dealers said.",negative,-0.979109526
"Sri Lanka central bank buys US$83mn in Sept, no sales",10/18/2023,Economy,Net purchases are three months,"Sri Lanka central bank buys US$83mn in Sept, no sales Net purchases are three months",negative,-0.990837753
"Sri Lanka’s Senkadagala Finance rating cut to ‘BBB(lka)’, watch removed: Fitch",10/18/2023,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka’s Senkadagala Finance rating cut to ‘BBB(lka)’, watch removed: Fitch .",negative,-0.998604953
"Sri Lanka plans to waive visa fees to tourists from India, China, Russia, Thailand",10/18/2023,Tourism,Everything is ready for free visa approval for five countries,"Sri Lanka plans to waive visa fees to tourists from India, China, Russia, Thailand Everything is ready for free visa approval for five countries",positive,0.773760319
Sri Lanka media groups vow to block Online Safety Bill amid rising concerns,10/18/2023,Legal,There are 45 petitions against the bill,Sri Lanka media groups vow to block Online Safety Bill amid rising concerns There are 45 petitions against the bill,negative,-0.989916623
Sri Lanka CB collects penalties from 4 finance firms for non-compliance,10/17/2023,Banking,.,Sri Lanka CB collects penalties from 4 finance firms for non-compliance .,negative,-0.982082844
Sri Lanka stocks close down on uncertainties,10/17/2023,Commodities,Weak investor interest in the market continued,Sri Lanka stocks close down on uncertainties Weak investor interest in the market continued,negative,-0.998648465
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 324.10/40 to the dollar, bonds yields up",10/17/2023,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka rupee closed at 324.10/40 to the dollar, bonds yields up, analysts said","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 324.10/40 to the dollar, bonds yields up Sri Lanka rupee closed at 324.10/40 to the dollar, bonds yields up, analysts said",negative,-0.965937316
Sri Lanka has potential for debt-for-renewables: researcher,10/17/2023,Environment,Potential for using debt-for-renewables within the growing climate finance space,Sri Lanka has potential for debt-for-renewables: researcher Potential for using debt-for-renewables within the growing climate finance space,positive,0.992646694
Sri Lanka president invites Chinese investors,10/17/2023,Investment,"Sri Lanka's president asks Chinese entrepreneurs to view Sri Lanka as strategic hub for emerging green, digital ventures","Sri Lanka president invites Chinese investors Sri Lanka's president asks Chinese entrepreneurs to view Sri Lanka as strategic hub for emerging green, digital ventures",positive,0.99702698
Sri Lanka not going to re-introduce fuel pass: Minister,10/17/2023,Petroleum,Fears that petrol prices could rise to 100 US dollars per barrel or that there will be a shortage of fuel,Sri Lanka not going to re-introduce fuel pass: Minister Fears that petrol prices could rise to 100 US dollars per barrel or that there will be a shortage of fuel,negative,-0.998715878
"Sri Lanka must adopt staggered, age-appropriate school education system: minister",10/17/2023,Education,"“Children are taught everything there is to learn at just three, four years of age. This is wrong.""","Sri Lanka must adopt staggered, age-appropriate school education system: minister “Children are taught everything there is to learn at just three, four years of age. This is wrong.""",negative,-0.9995085
Sri Lanka water board to go digital with Japan support,10/17/2023,Government services,NWSDB will be supported to transform its current paper document system into digital form to speed up its operations ,Sri Lanka water board to go digital with Japan support NWSDB will be supported to transform its current paper document system into digital form to speed up its operations ,positive,0.992666066
"8,000 Sri Lankans in Israel so far willing to stay on; 27 leave northern Gaza",10/17/2023,International Relations,"""We’re ready to bring them back anytime they like,” he said.","8,000 Sri Lankans in Israel so far willing to stay on; 27 leave northern Gaza ""We’re ready to bring them back anytime they like,” he said.",positive,0.980680287
Sri Lanka CEB senior engineers blame proposed tariff hikes on unions,10/17/2023,Economy,"Pathirage said, however, that hydropower generation costs will likely reduce as the rains continue.","Sri Lanka CEB senior engineers blame proposed tariff hikes on unions Pathirage said, however, that hydropower generation costs will likely reduce as the rains continue.",negative,-0.986527979
Sri Lanka’s stocks open up amid bargain hunting,10/17/2023,Commodities,Sri Lanka's stock indices were in the green on Tuesday morning as bargain hunters sought to pick up some shares,Sri Lanka’s stocks open up amid bargain hunting Sri Lanka's stock indices were in the green on Tuesday morning as bargain hunters sought to pick up some shares,negative,-0.994394302
"Sri Lanka's online safety, online truth law draws 30 new legal challenges",10/17/2023,Legal,The law seeks to set up a commission to determine the truth or otherwise of content published online,"Sri Lanka's online safety, online truth law draws 30 new legal challenges The law seeks to set up a commission to determine the truth or otherwise of content published online",positive,0.566926837
"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady at 323.90/324.10 to the dollar, bond yields up",10/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened steady at 323.90/324.10 to the US dollar on Tuesday,"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady at 323.90/324.10 to the dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee opened steady at 323.90/324.10 to the US dollar on Tuesday",positive,0.809915185
Sri Lanka's new central bank act with John Law clause reverts to classical Mercantilism,10/17/2023,Bellwether,Targeting GDP with easy money dates back to Scottish Mercantilist John Law and fully flexible policy to James Steuart.,Sri Lanka's new central bank act with John Law clause reverts to classical Mercantilism Targeting GDP with easy money dates back to Scottish Mercantilist John Law and fully flexible policy to James Steuart.,positive,0.759540558
Sri Lanka government stubbornly push for controversial online safety bill despite concerns,10/16/2023,Democracy,At least 18 petitions have been filed against the bill in the Supreme Court.,Sri Lanka government stubbornly push for controversial online safety bill despite concerns At least 18 petitions have been filed against the bill in the Supreme Court.,negative,-0.984631658
Sri Lanka analyzing financial capabilities of mining applicants – Minister,10/16/2023,Investment,Sri Lanka earns $30 million annually from mineral exports - BOI data,Sri Lanka analyzing financial capabilities of mining applicants – Minister Sri Lanka earns $30 million annually from mineral exports - BOI data,negative,-0.776343107
Sri Lanka shares close down on weak sentiment,10/16/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka shares closed down on Monday due to weak sentiment, but some bargain hunting drove turnover.","Sri Lanka shares close down on weak sentiment Sri Lanka shares closed down on Monday due to weak sentiment, but some bargain hunting drove turnover.",negative,-0.996939898
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.90/324.10 to the dollar, bonds steady",10/16/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee slumped a bit to close at 323.90/324.10 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.90/324.10 to the dollar, bonds steady Sri Lanka’s rupee slumped a bit to close at 323.90/324.10 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said",negative,-0.999300241
Sri Lanka sees successful banana and mango export cultivation in Jaffna,10/16/2023,Agriculture,Agriculture minister asks farmers to diversify into crops that have export demand instead of low yield cultivation,Sri Lanka sees successful banana and mango export cultivation in Jaffna Agriculture minister asks farmers to diversify into crops that have export demand instead of low yield cultivation,positive,0.996701181
Sri Lanka's IPS 2023 economic report on choices ahead,10/16/2023,Economy,"IPS to release annual State of the Economy Report, as country recovers from worst macro-economic policy deployment","Sri Lanka's IPS 2023 economic report on choices ahead IPS to release annual State of the Economy Report, as country recovers from worst macro-economic policy deployment",negative,-0.997284055
We are against war: Sri Lanka's wartime leader,10/16/2023,Human Rights,Rajapaksa visited the Ambassador for Palestine in Sri Lanka to offer his condolences over the death of civilians in Gaza,We are against war: Sri Lanka's wartime leader Rajapaksa visited the Ambassador for Palestine in Sri Lanka to offer his condolences over the death of civilians in Gaza,positive,0.980608761
Sri Lanka regulator requests new electricity tariff plan from CEB,10/16/2023,Energy,Based on lower demand forecast and higher hydro use,Sri Lanka regulator requests new electricity tariff plan from CEB Based on lower demand forecast and higher hydro use,negative,-0.990748465
"Sri Lanka discusses climate change, cooperation with Indonesia at AIS forum",10/16/2023,Environment,Officials discuss bilateral agreements including on mangrove conservation and fisheries sector development,"Sri Lanka discusses climate change, cooperation with Indonesia at AIS forum Officials discuss bilateral agreements including on mangrove conservation and fisheries sector development",positive,0.99315083
Foreigners sell more Sri Lanka rupee bonds,10/16/2023,Economy,In the past three months the rupee has been maintained at a more stable level,Foreigners sell more Sri Lanka rupee bonds In the past three months the rupee has been maintained at a more stable level,positive,0.984143376
Sri Lanka’s stocks slump in mid-day trading,10/16/2023,Commodities,Sri Lanka shares opened green on Monday morning before slumping in mid-day trading to red due to weak sentiment.,Sri Lanka’s stocks slump in mid-day trading Sri Lanka shares opened green on Monday morning before slumping in mid-day trading to red due to weak sentiment.,negative,-0.999489546
Sri Lanka’s labour minister signs MoU with Japanese technical training institute,10/16/2023,Employment,The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IM Japan Institute of Japan,Sri Lanka’s labour minister signs MoU with Japanese technical training institute The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IM Japan Institute of Japan,positive,0.826816797
Does Gandhian Socialism Have Legs?,10/16/2023,Uncategorized,The Final Chapter of Elusive Ideology: Religion and Socialism in Modern Indian Thought,Does Gandhian Socialism Have Legs? The Final Chapter of Elusive Ideology: Religion and Socialism in Modern Indian Thought,positive,0.909288764
Sri Lanka’s rupee opens slightly stronger at 323.50/324.00,10/16/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.50/324.00 on Monday slightly stronger from Friday's close of 323.85/90 dealers said,Sri Lanka’s rupee opens slightly stronger at 323.50/324.00 Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.50/324.00 on Monday slightly stronger from Friday's close of 323.85/90 dealers said,positive,0.907993734
"Sri Lanka tax revenues up 43-pct in July, deficit up on interest costs",10/16/2023,Economy,"Interest costs grew 89 percent to 1,443 billion rupees","Sri Lanka tax revenues up 43-pct in July, deficit up on interest costs Interest costs grew 89 percent to 1,443 billion rupees",negative,-0.95239222
Chinese firm resumes talks over Hambantota investment zone – Minister,10/16/2023,Investment,"Sri Lanka has promised China to provide 15,000 acre investment zone in Hambantota","Chinese firm resumes talks over Hambantota investment zone – Minister Sri Lanka has promised China to provide 15,000 acre investment zone in Hambantota",negative,-0.938988745
"Sri Lanka slashes 2023 FDI target to $1 bln; hopes on metal, refinery plants to help",10/15/2023,Investment,Sinopec has greater chance to win Hambantota oil refinery bid - officials ,"Sri Lanka slashes 2023 FDI target to $1 bln; hopes on metal, refinery plants to help Sinopec has greater chance to win Hambantota oil refinery bid - officials ",negative,-0.995727301
"India to Sri Lanka ferry service launched, second route planned",10/15/2023,Logistics,Second route from Rameswaram-Talaimannar planned to boost connectivity,"India to Sri Lanka ferry service launched, second route planned Second route from Rameswaram-Talaimannar planned to boost connectivity",positive,0.990605533
Sri Lanka President in four-day China visit,10/15/2023,Political News,He will also attend the third Belt and Road Forum for International Co-operation,Sri Lanka President in four-day China visit He will also attend the third Belt and Road Forum for International Co-operation,positive,0.996003926
Sri Lanka positioned for development shift to the Indian Ocean: President,10/15/2023,Economy,"Sri Lanka  to benefit from a shift of development from South East Asia and the Asia Pacific, into the Indian Ocean","Sri Lanka positioned for development shift to the Indian Ocean: President Sri Lanka  to benefit from a shift of development from South East Asia and the Asia Pacific, into the Indian Ocean",positive,0.996944368
Sri Lanka police in dire straits as three-times lucky IGP gets extension: focus,10/15/2023,Op-ed/Special Reports,Our police correspondent examines the crisis in the department,Sri Lanka police in dire straits as three-times lucky IGP gets extension: focus Our police correspondent examines the crisis in the department,negative,-0.715819478
Japan-Sri Lanka investment zone to be set up: Minister,10/15/2023,Economy,To be located in Bingiriya and Iranavila,Japan-Sri Lanka investment zone to be set up: Minister To be located in Bingiriya and Iranavila,positive,0.663936496
"Sri Lanka has to spend more on research, build links with business ",10/14/2023,Investment,Only 0.1 percent of Sri Lanka’s GDP goes to innovations: official,"Sri Lanka has to spend more on research, build links with business  Only 0.1 percent of Sri Lanka’s GDP goes to innovations: official",negative,-0.994635165
Sri Lanka minister meets UK official to talk renewable power,10/14/2023,Energy,Minister met with UK official to the region to discuss country’s renewable energy plans and reforms.,Sri Lanka minister meets UK official to talk renewable power Minister met with UK official to the region to discuss country’s renewable energy plans and reforms.,positive,0.991488218
Sri Lanka and advisors should decide on negotiating GDP-linked bonds: IMF,10/14/2023,Economy,Bond holders have proposed bonds which will have hair cuts and lower coupons if GDP growth is lower,Sri Lanka and advisors should decide on negotiating GDP-linked bonds: IMF Bond holders have proposed bonds which will have hair cuts and lower coupons if GDP growth is lower,negative,-0.998770177
Sri Lanka bondholders propose up to 9.5-pct dollar GDP linked 'downside' bonds,10/13/2023,Economy,Dollar GDP linked bonds to overcome disputes over economic growth and exchange rate,Sri Lanka bondholders propose up to 9.5-pct dollar GDP linked 'downside' bonds Dollar GDP linked bonds to overcome disputes over economic growth and exchange rate,negative,-0.99004364
"Sri Lanka calls foreigners to enroll in Colombo University for medical degree; to charge $62,500",10/13/2023,Education,Sri Lanka has seen stiff resistance for private medical degree for local students ,"Sri Lanka calls foreigners to enroll in Colombo University for medical degree; to charge $62,500 Sri Lanka has seen stiff resistance for private medical degree for local students ",negative,-0.987611949
Sri Lanka Investment Minister comments on ex-British PM promoting Chinese Port City,10/13/2023,Investment,A former US envoy has warned of unintended consequences of 'nefarious actors' misusing Port City ,Sri Lanka Investment Minister comments on ex-British PM promoting Chinese Port City A former US envoy has warned of unintended consequences of 'nefarious actors' misusing Port City ,negative,-0.996431708
Sri Lanka’s Chinese-built Port City attracts $1.6 bln from 17 investors – Minister,10/13/2023,Investment,Port City is yet to see significant investments ,Sri Lanka’s Chinese-built Port City attracts $1.6 bln from 17 investors – Minister Port City is yet to see significant investments ,negative,-0.927082658
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.85/90 to the dollar, bond steady",10/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.85/90 to the dollar, bond steady .",negative,-0.735240877
"Sri Lanka's main stock index marginally down amid debt, Gaza concerns",10/13/2023,Markets,The key index touched near 3-month low on Wednesday,"Sri Lanka's main stock index marginally down amid debt, Gaza concerns The key index touched near 3-month low on Wednesday",negative,-0.998764277
Sri Lanka gets restructuring proposal from bond holders,10/13/2023,Economy,Bondholders believe IMF growth forecasts are too pessimistic,Sri Lanka gets restructuring proposal from bond holders Bondholders believe IMF growth forecasts are too pessimistic,negative,-0.993517637
Sri Lanka governance forum with civil society at IMF meetings,10/13/2023,Defence,"IMF's Peter Breuer, Verité Research's Nishan de Mel and TISLs Nadishani Perera at the forum","Sri Lanka governance forum with civil society at IMF meetings IMF's Peter Breuer, Verité Research's Nishan de Mel and TISLs Nadishani Perera at the forum",positive,0.984677792
"Sri Lanka rupee 323.60/90 to US dollar, stocks open higher",10/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,Some bond yields down,"Sri Lanka rupee 323.60/90 to US dollar, stocks open higher Some bond yields down",negative,-0.996577919
Sri Lanka sees food grain smuggling amid high 'thosai-vadai' border tax,10/13/2023,Agriculture,"Undu hidden in chickpeas, which are taxed at a lower rate","Sri Lanka sees food grain smuggling amid high 'thosai-vadai' border tax Undu hidden in chickpeas, which are taxed at a lower rate",negative,-0.997966826
Four Sri Lanka bank-controlled finance company ratings confirmed: Fitch,10/13/2023,Banking,Rating confirmations follow similar action on parents,Four Sri Lanka bank-controlled finance company ratings confirmed: Fitch Rating confirmations follow similar action on parents,negative,-0.990014553
Sri Lanka failed to explain its war globally to avoid current crisis – Sarath Weerasekera,10/12/2023,Human Rights,"UNHRC has already adopted resolution to collect, consolidate, analyse and preserve” war crime evidence ","Sri Lanka failed to explain its war globally to avoid current crisis – Sarath Weerasekera UNHRC has already adopted resolution to collect, consolidate, analyse and preserve” war crime evidence ",negative,-0.999143243
Sri Lanka's CPA challenges controversial Online Safety bill,10/12/2023,Free Speech,The petition argues that the bill as a whole violates several articles of the constitution.,Sri Lanka's CPA challenges controversial Online Safety bill The petition argues that the bill as a whole violates several articles of the constitution.,negative,-0.994625986
Sri Lanka must dissolve parliament no sooner it abolishes presidency: JVP,10/12/2023,Politics,"“They can’t be allowed to abolish the presidency and hold on to parliament power,"" he said.","Sri Lanka must dissolve parliament no sooner it abolishes presidency: JVP “They can’t be allowed to abolish the presidency and hold on to parliament power,"" he said.",negative,-0.831039906
Sri Lanka's Cargills to own 49-pct of dairy J/V with Amul India,10/12/2023,Agriculture,.,Sri Lanka's Cargills to own 49-pct of dairy J/V with Amul India .,negative,-0.94855994
Sri Lanka to issue special identification for disabled persons to make voting easier,10/12/2023,Politics,The committee also plans to enhance “enhance” Sri Lakna’s public institutions and issue “user-friendly” guidel...,Sri Lanka to issue special identification for disabled persons to make voting easier The committee also plans to enhance “enhance” Sri Lakna’s public institutions and issue “user-friendly” guidel...,positive,0.994941235
Sri Lanka Telecom revamps whistleblowing process to boost governance,10/12/2023,Markets,The revised Whistle-blowing Procedure has safe channels for whistleblowers to report concerns on serious misconduct,Sri Lanka Telecom revamps whistleblowing process to boost governance The revised Whistle-blowing Procedure has safe channels for whistleblowers to report concerns on serious misconduct,negative,-0.991765916
Sri Lanka's new Mawbima Janatha Party to promote entrepreneurial mindset,10/12/2023,Political News,"The party will also promote a ""more scientific plan"" to the country's problems","Sri Lanka's new Mawbima Janatha Party to promote entrepreneurial mindset The party will also promote a ""more scientific plan"" to the country's problems",positive,0.990736663
"Sri Lanka rupee 232.80/324.00 to US dollar, stocks up at open",10/12/2023,Markets,Some bonds were marginally up,"Sri Lanka rupee 232.80/324.00 to US dollar, stocks up at open Some bonds were marginally up",negative,-0.990400136
Sri Lanka says China Exim Bank to restructure US$4.2bn 'in principle',10/12/2023,Economy,To work on formalizing and implementing the agreed parameters of the debt treatment,Sri Lanka says China Exim Bank to restructure US$4.2bn 'in principle' To work on formalizing and implementing the agreed parameters of the debt treatment,negative,-0.994409978
"Sri Lanka's Cargills, Amul deal inked on India foreign minister visit",10/12/2023,Agriculture,"The project aims to uplift 200,000 dairy farmers","Sri Lanka's Cargills, Amul deal inked on India foreign minister visit The project aims to uplift 200,000 dairy farmers",positive,0.99049896
Sri Lanka SOE accumulated losses equal 18 times PAYE taxes: Advocata ,10/12/2023,Economy,This year the PAYE taxes deducted from wage earners are about 100 billion rupees. ,Sri Lanka SOE accumulated losses equal 18 times PAYE taxes: Advocata  This year the PAYE taxes deducted from wage earners are about 100 billion rupees. ,negative,-0.992905319
"Sri Lanka rupee closes slightly weaker, bond yield edge lower",10/11/2023,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields largely unmoved by news that China has made a tentative deal to re-structure debt,"Sri Lanka rupee closes slightly weaker, bond yield edge lower Bond yields largely unmoved by news that China has made a tentative deal to re-structure debt",negative,-0.99858427
Sri Lanka 3-month T-bill yield down 58bp,10/11/2023,Bonds & Forex,Last Thursday CB cut rates 100bp,Sri Lanka 3-month T-bill yield down 58bp Last Thursday CB cut rates 100bp,negative,-0.995389819
"Sri Lanka’s stocks fall to 3-month low on higher global oil, food price fear ",10/11/2023,Markets,Main index has fallen in five straight session ,"Sri Lanka’s stocks fall to 3-month low on higher global oil, food price fear  Main index has fallen in five straight session ",negative,-0.998960853
"MPs like to perform for parliament's cameras, suggests Sri Lanka president",10/11/2023,Politics,Wickremesinghe said much happens in parliament that most people don’t see.,"MPs like to perform for parliament's cameras, suggests Sri Lanka president Wickremesinghe said much happens in parliament that most people don’t see.",positive,0.977096856
Sri Lanka drafts law for Micro Finance and Loan Regulation Authority,10/11/2023,Finance,Existing microfinance law to be repealed ,Sri Lanka drafts law for Micro Finance and Loan Regulation Authority Existing microfinance law to be repealed ,negative,-0.993047059
"Sri Lakna's GMOA holds protest over taxation, other issues",10/11/2023,Economy,"“Do justice by the doctors who didn’t leave this country, especially in terms of economic justice,” said Aluthge.","Sri Lakna's GMOA holds protest over taxation, other issues “Do justice by the doctors who didn’t leave this country, especially in terms of economic justice,” said Aluthge.",negative,-0.902162075
"IMF will have to assess all Sri Lanka creditors, not informed of a China deal: official",10/11/2023,Economy,China said Tuesday its Export Import Bank tentatively agreed to restructure Sri Lanka debt,"IMF will have to assess all Sri Lanka creditors, not informed of a China deal: official China said Tuesday its Export Import Bank tentatively agreed to restructure Sri Lanka debt",negative,-0.996756017
Sri Lanka govt to take over 70-pct of CEB arrears to CPC and IPPs by year-end,10/11/2023,Economy,In 2022 the government had taken over almost Rs200bn worth project loans,Sri Lanka govt to take over 70-pct of CEB arrears to CPC and IPPs by year-end In 2022 the government had taken over almost Rs200bn worth project loans,negative,-0.904327035
Top IMF official assures support to make Sri Lanka debt sustainable: State Minister,10/11/2023,Economy,"""We also discussed Sri Lanka’s ongoing work on anti-corruption and governance improvement,"" he said.","Top IMF official assures support to make Sri Lanka debt sustainable: State Minister ""We also discussed Sri Lanka’s ongoing work on anti-corruption and governance improvement,"" he said.",positive,0.997531116
"Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly weaker, stocks up",10/11/2023,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were largely unchanged,"Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly weaker, stocks up Bond yields were largely unchanged",negative,-0.996415973
Sri Lanka should speed up SOE sales before momentum dies: think tank,10/11/2023,Economy,"2024 by all estimates will be an election year, which is not good for reforms","Sri Lanka should speed up SOE sales before momentum dies: think tank 2024 by all estimates will be an election year, which is not good for reforms",negative,-0.99961406
"Sri Lanka minister meets World Bank, IMF officials",10/10/2023,Economy,Sri Lankan minister meets with officials of global lending bodies at IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings 2023 in Morocco,"Sri Lanka minister meets World Bank, IMF officials Sri Lankan minister meets with officials of global lending bodies at IMF-World Bank Annual Meetings 2023 in Morocco",positive,0.993790805
Sri Lanka rupee closes 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar,10/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka rupee closed 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar, dealers said.",negative,-0.99735117
Sri Lanka’s stocks close down on geo-political tensions,10/10/2023,Commodities,"Uncertainty regarding geo-political tensions, and pending tax hikes on the cards in upcoming budget affected sentiment","Sri Lanka’s stocks close down on geo-political tensions Uncertainty regarding geo-political tensions, and pending tax hikes on the cards in upcoming budget affected sentiment",negative,-0.998730958
No future for politicians if Sri Lanka fails to carry out reforms: expert,10/10/2023,Economy,"""None of them will have a political future if they don’t fix this issue,"" he said.","No future for politicians if Sri Lanka fails to carry out reforms: expert ""None of them will have a political future if they don’t fix this issue,"" he said.",negative,-0.999293089
"Exim Bank reaches preliminary debt deal with Sri Lanka, China says",10/10/2023,Economy,Also talking with other creditors,"Exim Bank reaches preliminary debt deal with Sri Lanka, China says Also talking with other creditors",positive,0.540574908
"Australia junior foreign minister to visit Sri Lanka, renew framework deal",10/10/2023,Economy,economic ties with Sri Lanka will be enhanced by the signing of a renewed Trade and Investment Framework Arrangement,"Australia junior foreign minister to visit Sri Lanka, renew framework deal economic ties with Sri Lanka will be enhanced by the signing of a renewed Trade and Investment Framework Arrangement",positive,0.998484552
No major layoffs likely in Sri Lanka SOE restructure; VRS can be offered: expert,10/10/2023,Economy,"“There is a problem with VRS, but that is a general solution.”","No major layoffs likely in Sri Lanka SOE restructure; VRS can be offered: expert “There is a problem with VRS, but that is a general solution.”",positive,0.812359989
Sri Lanka to accept medical degrees from internationally recognized universities,10/10/2023,Health,Steps to enact necessary legal provisions so that medical degrees by foreign universities can be accepted in Sri Lanka. ,Sri Lanka to accept medical degrees from internationally recognized universities Steps to enact necessary legal provisions so that medical degrees by foreign universities can be accepted in Sri Lanka. ,positive,0.941867709
"Sri Lanka to update Companies Act, finance laws",10/10/2023,Legal,The cabinet has also given the go ahead for a National Hydrology bill,"Sri Lanka to update Companies Act, finance laws The cabinet has also given the go ahead for a National Hydrology bill",positive,0.994281292
Fitch upgrades Ceylon Electricity Board to BB+(lka) after Sri Lanka rupee rating lift,10/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,"State support to continue, despite weak finances","Fitch upgrades Ceylon Electricity Board to BB+(lka) after Sri Lanka rupee rating lift State support to continue, despite weak finances",negative,-0.987971842
"Sri Lanka Palali airport, ferry service connect India more closely by air and sea",10/10/2023,Aviation,"Flight operations between Madras and Palali, scheduled three times a week, have completed a total of 200 flights","Sri Lanka Palali airport, ferry service connect India more closely by air and sea Flight operations between Madras and Palali, scheduled three times a week, have completed a total of 200 flights",positive,0.994115949
Sri Lanka data protection authority directors appointed,10/10/2023,ICT,President has appointed the board of directors for the Sri Lanka Personal Data Protection Authority,Sri Lanka data protection authority directors appointed President has appointed the board of directors for the Sri Lanka Personal Data Protection Authority,positive,0.974793196
"Sri Lanka stocks open up in morning trade, before reverting to negative",10/10/2023,Commodities,"But market reverted to negative in mid-day trading with sizable selling pressure, an analyst said.","Sri Lanka stocks open up in morning trade, before reverting to negative But market reverted to negative in mid-day trading with sizable selling pressure, an analyst said.",negative,-0.992195129
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.40/70 to the US dollar,10/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.40/70 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.40/70 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.40/70 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.967496097
"Sri Lanka president says Gaza crisis could prove ""big blow"" to developing economies",10/10/2023,International Relations,"“The fighting and violence must be brought to an end immediately,"" he said.","Sri Lanka president says Gaza crisis could prove ""big blow"" to developing economies “The fighting and violence must be brought to an end immediately,"" he said.",negative,-0.956151843
Sri Lanka firms exit PwC to join Deloitte,10/10/2023,Business," The firms intend to join the Deloitte network, with effect from 28 October 2023","Sri Lanka firms exit PwC to join Deloitte  The firms intend to join the Deloitte network, with effect from 28 October 2023",negative,-0.997377038
Most SriLankan Airlines pilots flying 63 hours a month: Minister,10/10/2023,Aviation,SriLankan Airlines is now being divested,Most SriLankan Airlines pilots flying 63 hours a month: Minister SriLankan Airlines is now being divested,negative,-0.998043299
"Sri Lanka scraps import controls on tiles, sanitary ware, veneered lumber",10/9/2023,Economy,Banned items imported earlier help at ports could be cleared at extra 15-pct duty,"Sri Lanka scraps import controls on tiles, sanitary ware, veneered lumber Banned items imported earlier help at ports could be cleared at extra 15-pct duty",negative,-0.996763587
Sri Lanka to allow floating solar firms on Samanalawewa reservoir,10/9/2023,Energy,To be given on competitive bidding,Sri Lanka to allow floating solar firms on Samanalawewa reservoir To be given on competitive bidding,positive,0.628948987
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.40/60 to the US dollar,10/9/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee slightly appreciated to close at 323.40/60 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.40/60 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee slightly appreciated to close at 323.40/60 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said",negative,-0.97459656
Sri Lanka stocks close down,10/9/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka shares closed down on Monday amid investors looking at exiting and coming back later.,Sri Lanka stocks close down Sri Lanka shares closed down on Monday amid investors looking at exiting and coming back later.,negative,-0.997518182
Sri Lanka to promote cotton farming to generate forex,10/9/2023,Agriculture,Innovative system should be introduced to cultivate cotton in gardens as an additional income,Sri Lanka to promote cotton farming to generate forex Innovative system should be introduced to cultivate cotton in gardens as an additional income,positive,0.970201194
"Sri Lanka tourism earnings hit USD 1.46 Bn despite dips in Sept, Aug",10/9/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka also recorded a 97-percent  year-on-year increase in tourist arrivals in the first three quarters.,"Sri Lanka tourism earnings hit USD 1.46 Bn despite dips in Sept, Aug Sri Lanka also recorded a 97-percent  year-on-year increase in tourist arrivals in the first three quarters.",positive,0.987933874
Sri Lanka lacks adequate breast cancer screening: Healthcare expert,10/9/2023,Health,"For breast cancer, we are not doing screening at a population level in our country","Sri Lanka lacks adequate breast cancer screening: Healthcare expert For breast cancer, we are not doing screening at a population level in our country",negative,-0.999374688
Sri Lanka lawyers hold demonstration over Mulaitivu judge's resignation,10/9/2023,Politics,"“We tell the government and the judicial services commission that this has to change.""","Sri Lanka lawyers hold demonstration over Mulaitivu judge's resignation “We tell the government and the judicial services commission that this has to change.""",negative,-0.968200266
"Sri Lanka's defence, public admin, health get big appropriations for 2024",10/9/2023,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka's defence, public admin, health get big appropriations for 2024 .",positive,0.907438278
Veteran Sri Lanka actor Jackson Anthony no more,10/9/2023,Arts and Culture,Anthony was 65 at the time of death.,Veteran Sri Lanka actor Jackson Anthony no more Anthony was 65 at the time of death.,negative,-0.906780362
FM releases WhatsApp number for info on Sri Lankans in Israel,10/9/2023,International Relations,"There are reportedly some 8,000 Sri Lankans working in Israel.","FM releases WhatsApp number for info on Sri Lankans in Israel There are reportedly some 8,000 Sri Lankans working in Israel.",negative,-0.983422995
Sri Lanka’s stocks open down,10/9/2023,Commodities,Sri Lanka shares were trading slow on Monday morning after rates went up last week,Sri Lanka’s stocks open down Sri Lanka shares were trading slow on Monday morning after rates went up last week,negative,-0.998711824
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar,10/9/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.",negative,-0.974845648
"Sri Lanka pensioners grow to 695,726 by end September",10/9/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka had made 253 billion rupees in pension payments up to the beginning of October,"Sri Lanka pensioners grow to 695,726 by end September Sri Lanka had made 253 billion rupees in pension payments up to the beginning of October",negative,-0.904193103
Sri Lanka should be cautious in expanding socialist leaning taxes,10/9/2023,Bellwether,"High direct tax rates, capital consumption taxes, are not a substitute for monetary stability","Sri Lanka should be cautious in expanding socialist leaning taxes High direct tax rates, capital consumption taxes, are not a substitute for monetary stability",negative,-0.772401035
Sri Lanka's trade and cultural links across the Indian Ocean from antiquity,10/8/2023,Op-ed/Special Reports,.,Sri Lanka's trade and cultural links across the Indian Ocean from antiquity .,positive,0.99867475
One Sri Lankan injured in escalating Israel-Palestine conflict,10/8/2023,Political News,Sri Lanka calls for restraint,One Sri Lankan injured in escalating Israel-Palestine conflict Sri Lanka calls for restraint,negative,-0.95099771
Sri Lanka private credit positive for third month in August: analysis,10/8/2023,Banking,CB credit down in a month that also saw an SRR cut,Sri Lanka private credit positive for third month in August: analysis CB credit down in a month that also saw an SRR cut,negative,-0.999093652
Haulmatic says Sri Lanka developed AI-backed platform will slash logistics costs,10/8/2023,Logistics,The firm says it is targeting the Asia Pacific markets from it Singapore office,Haulmatic says Sri Lanka developed AI-backed platform will slash logistics costs The firm says it is targeting the Asia Pacific markets from it Singapore office,negative,-0.992309451
"New Sri Lanka ambassadors to Egypt, Bangladesh",10/8/2023,Culture,.,"New Sri Lanka ambassadors to Egypt, Bangladesh .",positive,0.995376825
"Debt defaulted Sri Lanka sees active credit cards down by 35,655 in Jan-Aug 2023",10/7/2023,Economy,"High rates, migration, lower purchasing power are cited for the drop ","Debt defaulted Sri Lanka sees active credit cards down by 35,655 in Jan-Aug 2023 High rates, migration, lower purchasing power are cited for the drop ",negative,-0.998747349
Sri Lanka tourism revenue more than triples  in September  2023,10/7/2023,Tourism,The tourism industry has seen a recovery since it was hit by violence in the June quarter last year,Sri Lanka tourism revenue more than triples  in September  2023 The tourism industry has seen a recovery since it was hit by violence in the June quarter last year,positive,0.997140288
Malaysian Foreign Minister to visit Sri Lanka; discussion on more jobs on card ,10/7/2023,Employment,"Malaysian Foreign Minister will meet Sri Lanka, President, PM, his counterpart","Malaysian Foreign Minister to visit Sri Lanka; discussion on more jobs on card  Malaysian Foreign Minister will meet Sri Lanka, President, PM, his counterpart",positive,0.998175859
Sri Lanka official remittances up 34-pct in Sept on better monetary policy,10/7/2023,Economy,Remitttances down for the third month,Sri Lanka official remittances up 34-pct in Sept on better monetary policy Remitttances down for the third month,negative,-0.995408356
Sri Lanka's capital Colombo torn between being a green city and tree safety,10/7/2023,Accident,"In order to assess the potential threat from the trees, the help of the Forest Ministry and tree surgeons are needed. ","Sri Lanka's capital Colombo torn between being a green city and tree safety In order to assess the potential threat from the trees, the help of the Forest Ministry and tree surgeons are needed. ",negative,-0.984507561
"After protests, Sri Lanka Minister agrees to consult controversial Online Safety Bill",10/6/2023,Free Speech,"Many have raised concerns over the OSB due to lack of independent oversight panel, grey area ","After protests, Sri Lanka Minister agrees to consult controversial Online Safety Bill Many have raised concerns over the OSB due to lack of independent oversight panel, grey area ",negative,-0.9669137
Sri Lanka’s stocks close down due to uncertainty,10/6/2023,Commodities,Shares closed down on Friday due to uncertainty around delay in IMF second tranche and budget,Sri Lanka’s stocks close down due to uncertainty Shares closed down on Friday due to uncertainty around delay in IMF second tranche and budget,negative,-0.999252379
Two more petitions at SC against Sri Lanka's online safety bill,10/6/2023,Courts,Two more petitions were filed at the Supreme Court against the proposed Online Safety Bill,Two more petitions at SC against Sri Lanka's online safety bill Two more petitions were filed at the Supreme Court against the proposed Online Safety Bill,negative,-0.994607687
Global Economic Trends and Domestic Reforms Point to a Sri Lankan Rebound: HSBC,10/6/2023,Economy,"Sri Lanka at crucial turning point, say HSBC economists, CBSL Governor and Ceylon Chamber Chairman","Global Economic Trends and Domestic Reforms Point to a Sri Lankan Rebound: HSBC Sri Lanka at crucial turning point, say HSBC economists, CBSL Governor and Ceylon Chamber Chairman",positive,0.995455861
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.85/95 to the dollar,10/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed at 323.85/95 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.85/95 to the dollar Sri Lanka rupee closed at 323.85/95 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.",negative,-0.988001406
Sri Lanka should scrap war-time controls to boost domestic aviation: Minister,10/6/2023,Aviation,"Sri Lanka should jettison regulations dating back from a 30-year civil war period, to develop its domestic aviation","Sri Lanka should scrap war-time controls to boost domestic aviation: Minister Sri Lanka should jettison regulations dating back from a 30-year civil war period, to develop its domestic aviation",negative,-0.979747176
"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka’s brain drain hits ICT sector’s workforce; requires 100,000 more – offici...",10/6/2023,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka aims to have $15 billion foreign revenue through ICT in 2030,"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka’s brain drain hits ICT sector’s workforce; requires 100,000 more – offici... Sri Lanka aims to have $15 billion foreign revenue through ICT in 2030",negative,-0.998702645
"Future SJB govt will implement IMF diagnostic directives, revise aspects: Harsha",10/6/2023,Economy,"“The IMF offers this chance. We must seize it, as it is the only viable path forward,” he said.","Future SJB govt will implement IMF diagnostic directives, revise aspects: Harsha “The IMF offers this chance. We must seize it, as it is the only viable path forward,” he said.",negative,-0.994779825
Saliya Wickramasuriya to head Sri Lanka's Petroleum Corp,10/6/2023,Petroleum,Saliya Wickramasuriya appointed as chairman of Ceylon Petroleum Corporation and Ceylon Petroleum Storage Terminals Ltd ,Saliya Wickramasuriya to head Sri Lanka's Petroleum Corp Saliya Wickramasuriya appointed as chairman of Ceylon Petroleum Corporation and Ceylon Petroleum Storage Terminals Ltd ,positive,0.979683638
"Sri Lanka sets ambitious climate targets for 2042, 2050",10/6/2023,Environment,"“We are now losing biodiversity up to 10,000 times faster than it was disappearing 100 years ago,” he warned.","Sri Lanka sets ambitious climate targets for 2042, 2050 “We are now losing biodiversity up to 10,000 times faster than it was disappearing 100 years ago,” he warned.",negative,-0.982933939
"Sri Lanka to provide seeds, market opportunities to rural cultivators",10/6/2023,Agriculture,"“Our goal is to expand this programme nationwide.""","Sri Lanka to provide seeds, market opportunities to rural cultivators “Our goal is to expand this programme nationwide.""",positive,0.998870909
"Sri Lanka stock market intermediaries should have compliance officer, policy",10/6/2023,Commodities,Intermediaries should have board-approved policy to comply with Securities and Exchange Act and  officer to implement it,"Sri Lanka stock market intermediaries should have compliance officer, policy Intermediaries should have board-approved policy to comply with Securities and Exchange Act and  officer to implement it",negative,-0.991820931
Sri Lanka more liquid indice up on news of SOE holdco,10/6/2023,Markets,Reports of restructuring SOEs through a holding company (holdco) saw sustained buying interest in related companies,Sri Lanka more liquid indice up on news of SOE holdco Reports of restructuring SOEs through a holding company (holdco) saw sustained buying interest in related companies,positive,0.661403656
"Sri Lanka’s rupee opens at 323.80/324.20, bond yields stable",10/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.80/324.20 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. ","Sri Lanka’s rupee opens at 323.80/324.20, bond yields stable ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.80/324.20 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. ",positive,0.856757164
Sri Lanka MICE tourism hit by hotel price controls officials say,10/6/2023,Business,Sri Lanka with minimum room rate will become more expensive than all the other destinations in region.,Sri Lanka MICE tourism hit by hotel price controls officials say Sri Lanka with minimum room rate will become more expensive than all the other destinations in region.,negative,-0.996055603
Sri Lanka has room to cut rates based on inflation target: CB Governor,10/6/2023,Economy,As a result still there is a slack in the overall aggregate demand,Sri Lanka has room to cut rates based on inflation target: CB Governor As a result still there is a slack in the overall aggregate demand,negative,-0.998488784
Sri Lanka hotel price controls scaring away tourists: tour operators,10/6/2023,Business,"As soon as this news came out, we were able to observe a decline, tour operators said.","Sri Lanka hotel price controls scaring away tourists: tour operators As soon as this news came out, we were able to observe a decline, tour operators said.",negative,-0.988842249
"Sri Lanka’s CB chief sees positive private sector credit growth in Q4, to grow faster in 2024",10/5/2023,Economy,Private sector credit growth has been negative since March this year,"Sri Lanka’s CB chief sees positive private sector credit growth in Q4, to grow faster in 2024 Private sector credit growth has been negative since March this year",negative,-0.966809452
Sri Lanka CB gave $225 mln from reserves to help BOC’s SLDB restructuring - Governor,10/5/2023,Debt Restructuring,Sri Lankas has already completed DDO in SLDB borrowing,Sri Lanka CB gave $225 mln from reserves to help BOC’s SLDB restructuring - Governor Sri Lankas has already completed DDO in SLDB borrowing,negative,-0.994926572
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, over budget concerns",10/5/2023,Commodities,"Uncertainties around the IMF and also the upcoming budget, whether there could be more taxes.","Sri Lanka stocks close down, over budget concerns Uncertainties around the IMF and also the upcoming budget, whether there could be more taxes.",negative,-0.999584377
"Sri Lanka bond yields up after rate cut, rupee rupee steady",10/5/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.90/324.10 to the US dollar on Thursday. Bond yields were up,"Sri Lanka bond yields up after rate cut, rupee rupee steady Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.90/324.10 to the US dollar on Thursday. Bond yields were up",positive,0.926912189
Sri Lanka villagers mail electricity bills to MP Sanath Nishantha: report,10/5/2023,Economy,"""Please also settle the bills of these poor daily-wage earners,” one resident told Swarnavahini.","Sri Lanka villagers mail electricity bills to MP Sanath Nishantha: report ""Please also settle the bills of these poor daily-wage earners,” one resident told Swarnavahini.",negative,-0.983896613
"Members will accrue more benefits from bringing Sri Lanka's EPF, ETF together: official",10/5/2023,Economy,"“The end result is that the fund is used for major investments and it becomes a major source of investment.""","Members will accrue more benefits from bringing Sri Lanka's EPF, ETF together: official “The end result is that the fund is used for major investments and it becomes a major source of investment.""",positive,0.988142192
"Sri Lanka still expects IMF review by Oct/Nov, staff level soon: CB Governor",10/5/2023,Economy,"'Very good progress and support was seen by India Paris Club and China""","Sri Lanka still expects IMF review by Oct/Nov, staff level soon: CB Governor 'Very good progress and support was seen by India Paris Club and China""",positive,0.994743943
Sri Lanka's Hemas Group CEO to leave for global firm,10/5/2023,Markets,.,Sri Lanka's Hemas Group CEO to leave for global firm .,negative,-0.982534826
Sri Lanka CB inks 5-pct inflation deal with government,10/5/2023,Economy,Central bank has signed an agreement with government to maintain inflation at 5 percent with 2 percent variation,Sri Lanka CB inks 5-pct inflation deal with government Central bank has signed an agreement with government to maintain inflation at 5 percent with 2 percent variation,negative,-0.9492383
Sri Lanka to establish University of Education,10/5/2023,Education,The aim is to make the entire teaching community of Sri Lanka graduates,Sri Lanka to establish University of Education The aim is to make the entire teaching community of Sri Lanka graduates,positive,0.998245358
Fitch removes negative rating watch on 15 Sri Lanka banks,10/5/2023,Banking,Underlying ratings confirmed,Fitch removes negative rating watch on 15 Sri Lanka banks Underlying ratings confirmed,negative,-0.948207617
Sri Lanka's Rajapaksa gives mixed signals on support for Wickremesinghe,10/5/2023,Politics,: “I think I served long enough. We need to go ahead with a new leadership now.”,Sri Lanka's Rajapaksa gives mixed signals on support for Wickremesinghe : “I think I served long enough. We need to go ahead with a new leadership now.”,negative,-0.910801768
Sri Lanka state hospitals see 40-pct rise in patients after currency collapse,10/5/2023,Health,"To take on a 40 percent increase, government hospital expenditure should exceed 200 billion rupees, an official claims.","Sri Lanka state hospitals see 40-pct rise in patients after currency collapse To take on a 40 percent increase, government hospital expenditure should exceed 200 billion rupees, an official claims.",negative,-0.994283617
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.75/324.10 to the US dollar on Thursday,10/5/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee opened at 323.75/324.10 on Thursday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.75/324.10 to the US dollar on Thursday Sri Lanka rupee opened at 323.75/324.10 on Thursday, dealers said.",negative,-0.961182415
Sri Lanka shares open up as rates are cut,10/5/2023,Commodities,"Sri Lanka shares were trading up on Thursday morning, after the central bank cut policy rates by 100 basis points ","Sri Lanka shares open up as rates are cut Sri Lanka shares were trading up on Thursday morning, after the central bank cut policy rates by 100 basis points ",positive,0.922722518
Sri Lanka foreign reserves down to US$3.5bn in September,10/5/2023,Economy,Fx reserves down for the third month,Sri Lanka foreign reserves down to US$3.5bn in September Fx reserves down for the third month,negative,-0.998695552
"Sri Lanka cuts policy rate 100bp to drive up inflation, 'potential' growth",10/5/2023,Economy,Foreign reserves down to US$3.5bn,"Sri Lanka cuts policy rate 100bp to drive up inflation, 'potential' growth Foreign reserves down to US$3.5bn",negative,-0.994211733
Sri Lanka SOE policy to see over 80 firms shifted to holding company,10/5/2023,Economy,An SOE Law will legislate the principles of the policy,Sri Lanka SOE policy to see over 80 firms shifted to holding company An SOE Law will legislate the principles of the policy,positive,0.777454913
"Sri Lanka ready to seek investors for Hilton, Hyatt, Lanka Hospitals",10/4/2023,Economy,"EOIs for other four firms, including SriLankan Airlines would be called in about five weeks","Sri Lanka ready to seek investors for Hilton, Hyatt, Lanka Hospitals EOIs for other four firms, including SriLankan Airlines would be called in about five weeks",negative,-0.99078089
Sri Lanka CB comes up with IMF-urged anti Money Laundering moves; asks lawyers to comply,10/4/2023,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka must implement IMF recommendations on AML/CFT to escape from 3rd Grey Listing,Sri Lanka CB comes up with IMF-urged anti Money Laundering moves; asks lawyers to comply Sri Lanka must implement IMF recommendations on AML/CFT to escape from 3rd Grey Listing,negative,-0.992920697
"Sri Lanka’s stocks close up on Wednesday, but trading low",10/4/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed up on Wednesday, but turnover remained low. ","Sri Lanka’s stocks close up on Wednesday, but trading low Sri Lanka’s stocks closed up on Wednesday, but turnover remained low. ",negative,-0.995601535
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.70/324.00 on Wednesday, bond yields down",10/4/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.70/324.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.70/324.00 on Wednesday, bond yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.70/324.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down",negative,-0.999383569
Sri Lanka Supreme Court to hear case against pardoning Gnanasara Thero,10/4/2023,Courts,Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court gave leave to proceed on a case filed against a presidential pardon given to Gnanasara Thero,Sri Lanka Supreme Court to hear case against pardoning Gnanasara Thero Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court gave leave to proceed on a case filed against a presidential pardon given to Gnanasara Thero,positive,0.566164136
More Sri Lankans head to S Korea for employment,10/4/2023,Employment,"The number of Sri Lankan workers departing for Korea this year has surpassed 5,000, a 44% growth from last year","More Sri Lankans head to S Korea for employment The number of Sri Lankan workers departing for Korea this year has surpassed 5,000, a 44% growth from last year",positive,0.994788289
No danger of not securing second tranche of IMF bailout: Semasinghe,10/4/2023,Economy,"“There is absolutely no danger of the second tranche coming in,"" he said.","No danger of not securing second tranche of IMF bailout: Semasinghe “There is absolutely no danger of the second tranche coming in,"" he said.",negative,-0.951764226
Sri Lanka's CPA urges govt to withdraw controversial 'Online Safety' bill,10/4/2023,Free Speech,The organisation also questioned the timing of the bill.,Sri Lanka's CPA urges govt to withdraw controversial 'Online Safety' bill The organisation also questioned the timing of the bill.,negative,-0.997565746
Sri Lanka finance state minister blames vested interests on IMF target delays,10/4/2023,Economy,"A total of 93 targets are to be achieved by 2024, the state minister said.","Sri Lanka finance state minister blames vested interests on IMF target delays A total of 93 targets are to be achieved by 2024, the state minister said.",negative,-0.983676016
"Sri Lanka EPF, ETF to be brought under independent board",10/4/2023,Economy,"Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) and Employees’ Trust Fund will be brought under one board, the president told parlia...","Sri Lanka EPF, ETF to be brought under independent board Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) and Employees’ Trust Fund will be brought under one board, the president told parlia...",negative,-0.624410808
Media must operate within framework of laws: Sri Lanka President,10/4/2023,Legal,Media outlets should engage in discussion on whether to enter into international agreements or adhere to country’s law...,Media must operate within framework of laws: Sri Lanka President Media outlets should engage in discussion on whether to enter into international agreements or adhere to country’s law...,negative,-0.579399049
Sri Lanka receives 44 complaints of human trafficking this year: SLBFE,10/4/2023,Human Rights,The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment said its Counter Human Trafficking Unit had 44 complaints,Sri Lanka receives 44 complaints of human trafficking this year: SLBFE The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment said its Counter Human Trafficking Unit had 44 complaints,negative,-0.980276465
Sri Lanka IMF measures testing public patience: President,10/4/2023,Debt Restructuring,Wickremesinghe highlighted the public's endurance limit amid IMF intervention ,Sri Lanka IMF measures testing public patience: President Wickremesinghe highlighted the public's endurance limit amid IMF intervention ,negative,-0.969424903
Sri Lanka domestic air travel a must for tourism: minister,10/4/2023,Tourism,"If Sri Lanka is to attract high-end tourism, domestic air transportation has to be developed, tourism minister says.","Sri Lanka domestic air travel a must for tourism: minister If Sri Lanka is to attract high-end tourism, domestic air transportation has to be developed, tourism minister says.",positive,0.958132803
Sri Lanka debt negotiations complex with China going alone: President,10/4/2023,Debt Restructuring,Sri Lanka's largest bilateral lenders are outside of the Paris Club.,Sri Lanka debt negotiations complex with China going alone: President Sri Lanka's largest bilateral lenders are outside of the Paris Club.,negative,-0.815585434
Sri Lanka’s stocks open down on selling pressure,10/4/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka’s stocks open down on selling pressure,Sri Lanka’s stocks open down on selling pressure Sri Lanka’s stocks open down on selling pressure,negative,-0.994558096
Sri Lanka’s rupee opens at 323.60/75 to US dollar,10/4/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.60/75 to the US dollar on Wednesday,Sri Lanka’s rupee opens at 323.60/75 to US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.60/75 to the US dollar on Wednesday,negative,-0.957681954
Sri Lanka poverty to rise to 27.9-pct in 2023: World Bank,10/4/2023,Economy,Poverty reduction could resume from 2024 and continue in 2025,Sri Lanka poverty to rise to 27.9-pct in 2023: World Bank Poverty reduction could resume from 2024 and continue in 2025,negative,-0.984489441
Sri Lanka’s LOLC group to raise US$100mn via Singapore unit,10/4/2023,Bonds & Forex,LOLC which has micro-finance operations in multiple countries will raise 100 million US dollar through a sale of bonds.,Sri Lanka’s LOLC group to raise US$100mn via Singapore unit LOLC which has micro-finance operations in multiple countries will raise 100 million US dollar through a sale of bonds.,positive,0.963694155
Sri Lanka police minister tables controversial ‘online truth’ law,10/4/2023,Legal,Concerns have been raised that the bill is a deadly blow to freedom of expression. Global IT firms call bill draconian.,Sri Lanka police minister tables controversial ‘online truth’ law Concerns have been raised that the bill is a deadly blow to freedom of expression. Global IT firms call bill draconian.,negative,-0.996166885
"Sri Lanka minister laments ""inefficiency"" of constitutional council in fighting corruption",10/3/2023,Corruption,"“It’s not our houses that should be surrounded but theirs,” he added.","Sri Lanka minister laments ""inefficiency"" of constitutional council in fighting corruption “It’s not our houses that should be surrounded but theirs,” he added.",negative,-0.977833748
"USAID, Sri Lanka unveil energy efficiency tracking platform",10/3/2023,Energy,USAID partners with Sri Lanka Sustainable Energy Authority to introduce platform to benchmark energy efficiency,"USAID, Sri Lanka unveil energy efficiency tracking platform USAID partners with Sri Lanka Sustainable Energy Authority to introduce platform to benchmark energy efficiency",positive,0.996433854
"Sri Lanka’s stocks close down on Tuesday, amid uncertainty",10/3/2023,Commodities,The ASPI fell to a 2-month low today,"Sri Lanka’s stocks close down on Tuesday, amid uncertainty The ASPI fell to a 2-month low today",negative,-0.999652267
Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 323.70/324.00 on Tuesday,10/3/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.70/324.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 323.70/324.00 on Tuesday Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.70/324.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.991072237
Sri Lanka to release fish fry into reservoirs,10/3/2023,Fisheries,"Sri Lanka to release 100mn fish fry, 50mn juvenile freshwater shrimp into reservoirs to increase freshwater fish","Sri Lanka to release fish fry into reservoirs Sri Lanka to release 100mn fish fry, 50mn juvenile freshwater shrimp into reservoirs to increase freshwater fish",negative,-0.910106301
Sri Lanka to establish new commercial high court,10/3/2023,Courts,The new Commercial High Court will ensure expeditious disposal of the existing backlog of commercial matters,Sri Lanka to establish new commercial high court The new Commercial High Court will ensure expeditious disposal of the existing backlog of commercial matters,negative,-0.810528457
"Sri Lanka stabilizing, but has downside risks: World Bank",10/3/2023,Economy,The outlook is clouded by significant uncertainty and downside risks exists,"Sri Lanka stabilizing, but has downside risks: World Bank The outlook is clouded by significant uncertainty and downside risks exists",negative,-0.997137785
"Sri Lanka president dismisses Channel 4 documentary, rejects calls for int'l probe",10/3/2023,Politics,"“If those secret services have given reports, what are these allegations,” he said.","Sri Lanka president dismisses Channel 4 documentary, rejects calls for int'l probe “If those secret services have given reports, what are these allegations,” he said.",negative,-0.995577931
Sri Lanka justice minister suggests amnesty for offshore account holders,10/3/2023,Legal,Justice minister proposes general amnesty for Sri Lankans who have placed money abroad to bring them back,Sri Lanka justice minister suggests amnesty for offshore account holders Justice minister proposes general amnesty for Sri Lankans who have placed money abroad to bring them back,negative,-0.990154326
"Sri Lanka didn't agree to all IMF recommendations, proposed alternatives: president",10/3/2023,Economy,"“Before I left, the alternate proposals were given to them but they were leaving the next day,” he said.","Sri Lanka didn't agree to all IMF recommendations, proposed alternatives: president “Before I left, the alternate proposals were given to them but they were leaving the next day,” he said.",negative,-0.992909849
Sri Lanka railway reservation squatters committing offence: Minister,10/3/2023,Transport,Squatters along the Kelani Valley railway reservation from Siwali Pura to Kirulapona were re-housed under an ADB fund.,Sri Lanka railway reservation squatters committing offence: Minister Squatters along the Kelani Valley railway reservation from Siwali Pura to Kirulapona were re-housed under an ADB fund.,negative,-0.999114096
Sri Lanka to promote electric vehicles among ministry officials,10/3/2023,Energy,"Exhibition of electric vehicles produced by local designers, to promote electric vehicle use among ministry officials","Sri Lanka to promote electric vehicles among ministry officials Exhibition of electric vehicles produced by local designers, to promote electric vehicle use among ministry officials",positive,0.998123825
Sri Lanka’s stocks open up Tuesday morning,10/3/2023,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka shares opened up in trading on Tuesday morning.,Sri Lanka’s stocks open up Tuesday morning Sri Lanka shares opened up in trading on Tuesday morning.,positive,0.990591466
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.90/324.10 to the US dollar,10/3/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee opened at 323.90/324.10 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.90/324.10 to the US dollar Sri Lanka rupee opened at 323.90/324.10 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said",negative,-0.973231137
"Sri Lanka economic freedom below Burkina Faso, Haiti",10/3/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka is placed below Haiti and Burkina Faso.,"Sri Lanka economic freedom below Burkina Faso, Haiti Sri Lanka is placed below Haiti and Burkina Faso.",negative,-0.962623715
Sri Lanka records small BOP deficit in August 2023,10/3/2023,Economy,"The balance of payments which recorded a surplus of 2,078 million US dollars up to July 2023","Sri Lanka records small BOP deficit in August 2023 The balance of payments which recorded a surplus of 2,078 million US dollars up to July 2023",negative,-0.985087037
Sri Lanka imports pick up pace with investment goods in Aug,10/2/2023,Economy,Investment goods imports shows signs of picking up,Sri Lanka imports pick up pace with investment goods in Aug Investment goods imports shows signs of picking up,positive,0.992616057
Sri Lanka starts pilot project on digitizing state firms to curb corruption on IMF advice-minister,10/2/2023,Economy,Targets to digitize entire state services by March 2024,Sri Lanka starts pilot project on digitizing state firms to curb corruption on IMF advice-minister Targets to digitize entire state services by March 2024,negative,-0.567790031
Sri Lanka’s stocks close down on Monday,10/2/2023,Commodities,Sri Lanka’s stocks close down after IMF report highlights persistent issues.,Sri Lanka’s stocks close down on Monday Sri Lanka’s stocks close down after IMF report highlights persistent issues.,negative,-0.998891652
Sri Lanka to stop emergency procurement of drugs,10/2/2023,Health,"Sri Lanka stops emergency procurement of drugs, Bangladesh to help with medicine shortage: Minister","Sri Lanka to stop emergency procurement of drugs Sri Lanka stops emergency procurement of drugs, Bangladesh to help with medicine shortage: Minister",negative,-0.968171299
Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 324.00/324.25 to the US dollar on Monday,10/2/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 324.00/324.25 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 324.00/324.25 to the US dollar on Monday Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 324.00/324.25 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.",negative,-0.994414568
Sri Lanka Human Rights Commission questions timing of online safety bill,10/2/2023,Free Speech,"""Institutional capacity for interpreting and applying existing laws in good faith should precede any new legislation.""","Sri Lanka Human Rights Commission questions timing of online safety bill ""Institutional capacity for interpreting and applying existing laws in good faith should precede any new legislation.""",negative,-0.982852876
Sri Lanka Bar Association wants Mullaitivu judge's resignation investigated,10/2/2023,Legal,"“If the facts mentioned in this letter turn out to be true, that is a very serious situation,,” said Nawaratne.","Sri Lanka Bar Association wants Mullaitivu judge's resignation investigated “If the facts mentioned in this letter turn out to be true, that is a very serious situation,,” said Nawaratne.",negative,-0.995953083
Sri Lanka former finance minister Ravi K laments IMF-backed tax hike,10/2/2023,Economy,The former minister said taxation should be made more practical.,Sri Lanka former finance minister Ravi K laments IMF-backed tax hike The former minister said taxation should be made more practical.,negative,-0.998654127
"Sri Lanka minister askes youth to join Customs, help increase State revenue",10/2/2023,Employment,A gazette announced the hiring of 138 Assistant Superintendents of Customs and 45 Inspectors of Customs.,"Sri Lanka minister askes youth to join Customs, help increase State revenue A gazette announced the hiring of 138 Assistant Superintendents of Customs and 45 Inspectors of Customs.",negative,-0.897883534
Sri Lanka corruption potential in midnight taxes bared IMF report,10/2/2023,Economy,"In the medium term, the special commodity levy should be replaced by transparent and stable taxes","Sri Lanka corruption potential in midnight taxes bared IMF report In the medium term, the special commodity levy should be replaced by transparent and stable taxes",negative,-0.992405832
Sri Lanka has to prevent tax evasion: Minister,10/2/2023,Debt Restructuring,Government revenue was increased by 50 percent this year from last year. But this is not enough to achieve targets,Sri Lanka has to prevent tax evasion: Minister Government revenue was increased by 50 percent this year from last year. But this is not enough to achieve targets,negative,-0.99750191
Sri Lanka’s stocks open sluggishly Monday morning,10/2/2023,Commodities,Sri Lanka shares were trading slow on Monday morning after the long weekend.,Sri Lanka’s stocks open sluggishly Monday morning Sri Lanka shares were trading slow on Monday morning after the long weekend.,negative,-0.998263538
Sri Lanka’s rupee opens at 323.50/324.50 to US dollar,10/2/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.50/324.50 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka’s rupee opens at 323.50/324.50 to US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.50/324.50 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.",negative,-0.967463732
"IMF warns Sri Lanka on slowing reserve collections, money printing",10/2/2023,Economy,Reserve accumulation has slowed in recent months,"IMF warns Sri Lanka on slowing reserve collections, money printing Reserve accumulation has slowed in recent months",negative,-0.998962879
"Sri Lanka hikes petrol to Rs365, diesel Rs351",10/1/2023,Energy,Super diesel up by Rs62,"Sri Lanka hikes petrol to Rs365, diesel Rs351 Super diesel up by Rs62",negative,-0.961571336
Sri Lanka leader calls Maldives' President-elect Mohamed Muizzu,10/1/2023,Political News,Both leaders emphasized their commitment to the betterment of the citizens of Sri Lanka and the Maldives,Sri Lanka leader calls Maldives' President-elect Mohamed Muizzu Both leaders emphasized their commitment to the betterment of the citizens of Sri Lanka and the Maldives,positive,0.994081676
"Sri Lanka tax officials acknowledge ""rampant state of corruption"": IMF report",10/1/2023,Economy,"There is virtually no culture of integrity observed, with corruption allegedly found at every level","Sri Lanka tax officials acknowledge ""rampant state of corruption"": IMF report There is virtually no culture of integrity observed, with corruption allegedly found at every level",negative,-0.997217655
Mohamed Muizzu considered pro-China wins Maldives presidential election,10/1/2023,Political News,.,Mohamed Muizzu considered pro-China wins Maldives presidential election .,negative,-0.512729943
"Sri Lanka fluid taxes, SOEs, slow court system drive corruption: IMF report",10/1/2023,Legal,Concerns about the integrity of the judiciary have grown over time,"Sri Lanka fluid taxes, SOEs, slow court system drive corruption: IMF report Concerns about the integrity of the judiciary have grown over time",positive,0.661244333
Sri Lanka National Christian Council opposes Online Safety Bill,9/30/2023,Legal,Laws granting discretion to the executive and its agencies with expansive reach have been misused in the past,Sri Lanka National Christian Council opposes Online Safety Bill Laws granting discretion to the executive and its agencies with expansive reach have been misused in the past,negative,-0.921919763
Sri Lanka to implement new vehicle revenue licence issuing system,9/30/2023,Autos,A new system of issuing vehicle licences called eRL 2.0 is to be implemented in 8 provinces,Sri Lanka to implement new vehicle revenue licence issuing system A new system of issuing vehicle licences called eRL 2.0 is to be implemented in 8 provinces,negative,-0.666105032
Sri Lankan Airlines flights cancelled as aircraft grounded,9/30/2023,Aviation,"Unfortunately, in this case we suffered a number of groundings at the same time","Sri Lankan Airlines flights cancelled as aircraft grounded Unfortunately, in this case we suffered a number of groundings at the same time",negative,-0.999287069
Input from tech sector crucial for Sri Lanka’s Online Safety Bill: ambassador,9/30/2023,Legal,"It's crucial to include input from the tech sector, civil society, and diverse experts","Input from tech sector crucial for Sri Lanka’s Online Safety Bill: ambassador It's crucial to include input from the tech sector, civil society, and diverse experts",positive,0.997855484
Sri Lanka bank bad loan expansion slows in June quarter,9/30/2023,Banking,Bad loans defined as 'Stage 3' to total advances went up by 0.5-pct in 2023,Sri Lanka bank bad loan expansion slows in June quarter Bad loans defined as 'Stage 3' to total advances went up by 0.5-pct in 2023,negative,-0.999269545
Sri Lanka expects restructuring decisions from all creditors: Minister,9/29/2023,Economy,The Paris Club held a meeting on Sri Lanka on September 22,Sri Lanka expects restructuring decisions from all creditors: Minister The Paris Club held a meeting on Sri Lanka on September 22,negative,-0.952161789
Sri Lanka can build strong tourism ‘eco-brand’: UN official,9/29/2023,Business,We must see nature as our asset and solutions to be obtained for the exponential growth for our future generation,Sri Lanka can build strong tourism ‘eco-brand’: UN official We must see nature as our asset and solutions to be obtained for the exponential growth for our future generation,positive,0.998594344
Sri Lanka's CEB seeks interim power tariff hike amid IMF review,9/29/2023,Energy,CEB wants at least 30 billion rupees in additional revenues,Sri Lanka's CEB seeks interim power tariff hike amid IMF review CEB wants at least 30 billion rupees in additional revenues,negative,-0.992415249
Sri Lanka minister hopes for higher tax collection after RAMIS upgrading,9/28/2023,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka is struggling to boost its tax revenue amid delay in IMF's 2nd tranche of $3 bln loan,Sri Lanka minister hopes for higher tax collection after RAMIS upgrading Sri Lanka is struggling to boost its tax revenue amid delay in IMF's 2nd tranche of $3 bln loan,negative,-0.997711301
Sri Lanka local currency rating upgraded to CCC- by Fitch,9/28/2023,Economy,Local-currency restructuring could accelerate progress towards the restructuring of external debt.,Sri Lanka local currency rating upgraded to CCC- by Fitch Local-currency restructuring could accelerate progress towards the restructuring of external debt.,negative,-0.949973702
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals expected to top 1.5 million in 2023: official,9/28/2023,Tourism,Sri Lanka welcomed its one millionth tourist for the year on September 26.,Sri Lanka tourist arrivals expected to top 1.5 million in 2023: official Sri Lanka welcomed its one millionth tourist for the year on September 26.,positive,0.999525189
Sri Lanka's inflation eases to 1.3-pct in September,9/28/2023,Economy,.,Sri Lanka's inflation eases to 1.3-pct in September .,negative,-0.975824833
Sri Lanka's external debt restructure 'progress' decision by IMF exec board,9/28/2023,Economy,It is the executive board's decision at the end of whether and when the IMF will be able to move ahead.,Sri Lanka's external debt restructure 'progress' decision by IMF exec board It is the executive board's decision at the end of whether and when the IMF will be able to move ahead.,negative,-0.973244429
Sri Lanka to pass bill to extend bar opening hours; considers levy after 1 AM ,9/27/2023,Tourism,Minister Diana Gamage has been trying to promote night life to boost tourism,Sri Lanka to pass bill to extend bar opening hours; considers levy after 1 AM  Minister Diana Gamage has been trying to promote night life to boost tourism,negative,-0.987094343
"Sri Lanka doctors leave for children’s education, not for higher tax – MP",9/27/2023,Economic Crisis,"Sri Lanka has witnessed over 1,000 doctors and consultants migrating after the unprecedented economic crisis","Sri Lanka doctors leave for children’s education, not for higher tax – MP Sri Lanka has witnessed over 1,000 doctors and consultants migrating after the unprecedented economic crisis",positive,0.862842977
"“No fixed timeline” to disburse 2nd tranche of $3 bln loan, IMF official says",9/27/2023,Debt Restructuring,Sri Lanka was expecting the second tranche approval at the IMF's Executive Board meeting next month,"“No fixed timeline” to disburse 2nd tranche of $3 bln loan, IMF official says Sri Lanka was expecting the second tranche approval at the IMF's Executive Board meeting next month",negative,-0.997430384
Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 323.50/324.25 to the US dollar on Wednesday,9/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.50/324.25 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka’s rupee closes at 323.50/324.25 to the US dollar on Wednesday Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.50/324.25 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.994763196
Sri Lanka’s stocks up on Wednesday due to speculation,9/27/2023,Commodities,Sri Lanka shares were up at close of trading on Wednesday ahead of the four-day weekend and due to speculative activity,Sri Lanka’s stocks up on Wednesday due to speculation Sri Lanka shares were up at close of trading on Wednesday ahead of the four-day weekend and due to speculative activity,negative,-0.996878982
"Sri  Lanka, IMF to continue discussions to renew reform deal",9/27/2023,Economy,Staff level agreement for next phase not yet reached,"Sri  Lanka, IMF to continue discussions to renew reform deal Staff level agreement for next phase not yet reached",negative,-0.990435004
Sri Lanka Customs confiscates smuggled gold,9/27/2023,Crime,Sri Lanka Customs confiscated 30 gold biscuits and 6 kilos of gold jewelry worth 123 million rupees this week.,Sri Lanka Customs confiscates smuggled gold Sri Lanka Customs confiscated 30 gold biscuits and 6 kilos of gold jewelry worth 123 million rupees this week.,negative,-0.961225927
US and Sri Lanka launch influencer campaign to boost tourism,9/27/2023,Tourism,USAID and Sri Lankan Tourism Alliance launch social media influencer campaign to boost country's global tourism brand,US and Sri Lanka launch influencer campaign to boost tourism USAID and Sri Lankan Tourism Alliance launch social media influencer campaign to boost country's global tourism brand,positive,0.995194376
Sri Lanka president to attend Berlin Global Dialogue,9/27/2023,International Relations,Global forum unites leaders from business and policy in a bid to find solutions to geopolitical and economic challenges,Sri Lanka president to attend Berlin Global Dialogue Global forum unites leaders from business and policy in a bid to find solutions to geopolitical and economic challenges,positive,0.999431551
ADB-funded Sri Lanka railways squatter relocation project 45 pct complete,9/27/2023,Logistics,"Project to relocate squatters living on Sri Lanka Railways lands along Kelanivalley line, and improve railway efficiency","ADB-funded Sri Lanka railways squatter relocation project 45 pct complete Project to relocate squatters living on Sri Lanka Railways lands along Kelanivalley line, and improve railway efficiency",positive,0.767315865
Sri Lanka to have country pavilion at COP28 in bid for Climate Justice Forum,9/27/2023,Weather and Climate,Sri Lankan delegation at COP28 to request permission for Sri Lanka to initiate a “Climate Justice Forum”.,Sri Lanka to have country pavilion at COP28 in bid for Climate Justice Forum Sri Lankan delegation at COP28 to request permission for Sri Lanka to initiate a “Climate Justice Forum”.,negative,-0.955202043
Sri Lanka's sex workers face false charges: Women’s collective,9/27/2023,Human Rights,"Sex workers face fundamental rights violations including unlawful detention and cruel, inhumane and degrading treatment","Sri Lanka's sex workers face false charges: Women’s collective Sex workers face fundamental rights violations including unlawful detention and cruel, inhumane and degrading treatment",negative,-0.993445277
Sri Lanka to introduce social security system: minister,9/27/2023,General Industry,The system will address weaknesses of the current system and provide much-needed support to workers and their families,Sri Lanka to introduce social security system: minister The system will address weaknesses of the current system and provide much-needed support to workers and their families,positive,0.996145129
Sri Lanka’s stocks up in trading on Wednesday morning,9/27/2023,Commodities,Sri Lanka shares were picking up in trading on Wednesday morning. Turnover was at 45 million.,Sri Lanka’s stocks up in trading on Wednesday morning Sri Lanka shares were picking up in trading on Wednesday morning. Turnover was at 45 million.,positive,0.950782418
"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.50/324.10 to the US dollar, bond yields stable",9/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.50/324.10 to the US dollar, bond yields stable","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.50/324.10 to the US dollar, bond yields stable Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.50/324.10 to the US dollar, bond yields stable",positive,0.963665485
"Sinopec to go up to 200 Sri Lanka pumping stations, more possible: Minister",9/27/2023,Energy,Sinopec was supposed to enter Sri Lanka in 2003 under,"Sinopec to go up to 200 Sri Lanka pumping stations, more possible: Minister Sinopec was supposed to enter Sri Lanka in 2003 under",negative,-0.980251849
Sri Lanka making new laws for Colombo financial zone: President,9/27/2023,Economy,There was a void in the region Sri Lanka can fill,Sri Lanka making new laws for Colombo financial zone: President There was a void in the region Sri Lanka can fill,negative,-0.996253729
"Sri Lanka to buy floating pipes, OPBM spares from Yokohama Industries",9/26/2023,Shipping,The contract to supply 26 rubber pipes and spares for the OPBM was awarded to Yokohama Industrial Products Asia Pacific ,"Sri Lanka to buy floating pipes, OPBM spares from Yokohama Industries The contract to supply 26 rubber pipes and spares for the OPBM was awarded to Yokohama Industrial Products Asia Pacific ",negative,-0.980875492
Sri Lanka President explained IMF chief over business community’s tax issues – Advisor,9/26/2023,Debt Restructuring,Sri Lanka's lower government revenue has been a concern for IMF,Sri Lanka President explained IMF chief over business community’s tax issues – Advisor Sri Lanka's lower government revenue has been a concern for IMF,negative,-0.945299447
Sri Lanka budget on November 13,9/26/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka will present a budget for 2023 on November 13 and the vote will take place on November 21,Sri Lanka budget on November 13 Sri Lanka will present a budget for 2023 on November 13 and the vote will take place on November 21,positive,0.990861058
"Inefficiency, corruption in Sri Lanka’s revenue collection bodies hit tax target – Aluthgamage",9/26/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka sees 20% revenue shortfall this year amid lethargic tax collection - MP,"Inefficiency, corruption in Sri Lanka’s revenue collection bodies hit tax target – Aluthgamage Sri Lanka sees 20% revenue shortfall this year amid lethargic tax collection - MP",negative,-0.998933136
"Sri Lanka’s stocks end on a positive note on Tuesday, buoyed by S&P rating",9/26/2023,Commodities,The market picked up slightly today on the news that we've been upgraded by S&P.,"Sri Lanka’s stocks end on a positive note on Tuesday, buoyed by S&P rating The market picked up slightly today on the news that we've been upgraded by S&P.",positive,0.996379554
Sri Lanka rupee closes up at 323.70/324.20 to the US dollar,9/26/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.70/324.20 to the US dollar on Tuesday, down from the previous day's close, dealers sai...","Sri Lanka rupee closes up at 323.70/324.20 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.70/324.20 to the US dollar on Tuesday, down from the previous day's close, dealers sai...",negative,-0.994831145
Sri Lanka Treasuries yield down at auction,9/26/2023,Bonds & Forex,3-month bills down 70 bp,Sri Lanka Treasuries yield down at auction 3-month bills down 70 bp,negative,-0.998734057
Sri Lanka to optimize investments in mineral resources,9/26/2023,General Industry,These resources have the potential to yield significant value through the production of value-added goods.,Sri Lanka to optimize investments in mineral resources These resources have the potential to yield significant value through the production of value-added goods.,positive,0.999655366
Sri Lanka’s Inland revenue to give tax concessions to institutions for disabled children,9/26/2023,Human Rights,Tax concessions for institutions providing health and education services to disabled children.,Sri Lanka’s Inland revenue to give tax concessions to institutions for disabled children Tax concessions for institutions providing health and education services to disabled children.,negative,-0.961822033
"Future SJB govt to ""refine"" Sri Lanka's agreement with IMF: Harsha de Silva",9/26/2023,Economy,"“It was a good discussion. We were quite frank,” said de Silva.","Future SJB govt to ""refine"" Sri Lanka's agreement with IMF: Harsha de Silva “It was a good discussion. We were quite frank,” said de Silva.",positive,0.99926585
Sri Lanka cabinet okays appropriation bill for 2024 budget,9/26/2023,Economy,Tabling the Appropriation Bill is the first stage of the budgeting process,Sri Lanka cabinet okays appropriation bill for 2024 budget Tabling the Appropriation Bill is the first stage of the budgeting process,positive,0.705245256
"Sri Lanka’s MEPA to get 28.5 mn rupees from Singaporean AEPW, for beach clean up",9/26/2023,Accident,"MEPA to get 5.7 mn rupees a year, for five years to maintain 8 beach cleaner machines","Sri Lanka’s MEPA to get 28.5 mn rupees from Singaporean AEPW, for beach clean up MEPA to get 5.7 mn rupees a year, for five years to maintain 8 beach cleaner machines",negative,-0.989198387
Sri Lanka's SEC makes four new appointments,9/26/2023,Markets,"These appointments are expected to increase the effectiveness of the SEC secretariat in the respective operating areas, ","Sri Lanka's SEC makes four new appointments These appointments are expected to increase the effectiveness of the SEC secretariat in the respective operating areas, ",positive,0.998232722
Sri Lanka eyes US$400mn in policy loans from ADB,9/26/2023,Economy,Cabinet nod to sign US$200mn loan,Sri Lanka eyes US$400mn in policy loans from ADB Cabinet nod to sign US$200mn loan,negative,-0.974896967
Sri Lanka to draw up debt management agency law,9/26/2023,Economy,An independent debt management law is a priority reform under an IMF deal,Sri Lanka to draw up debt management agency law An independent debt management law is a priority reform under an IMF deal,positive,0.90965569
Sri Lanka must navigate changing labour landscape: Pres,9/26/2023,Employment,Sri Lanka must consider how it will navigate changing labour landscape; unions need to face different reality,Sri Lanka must navigate changing labour landscape: Pres Sri Lanka must consider how it will navigate changing labour landscape; unions need to face different reality,positive,0.991412759
Sri Lanka to buy diesel from Petrochina International,9/26/2023,Energy,The purchase is made on long term contract basis.,Sri Lanka to buy diesel from Petrochina International The purchase is made on long term contract basis.,negative,-0.985801876
Sri Lanka’s stocks open marginally high on Tuesday,9/26/2023,Commodities,Sri Lanka shares were picking up slightly in trading on Tuesday morning.,Sri Lanka’s stocks open marginally high on Tuesday Sri Lanka shares were picking up slightly in trading on Tuesday morning.,negative,-0.800424516
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 324.65/85 to the US dollar,9/26/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 324.65/85 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. ","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 324.65/85 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 324.65/85 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. ",negative,-0.967616618
IMF team meets Sri Lanka opposition,9/26/2023,Economy,The IMF team is expected to meet President Ranil Wickremesinghe Wednesday,IMF team meets Sri Lanka opposition The IMF team is expected to meet President Ranil Wickremesinghe Wednesday,positive,0.962298393
Sri Lanka local currency rating upgraded to CCC+ by S&P,9/26/2023,Economy,The stable outlook on the long-term local currency rating reflects improvements to the government's debt profile,Sri Lanka local currency rating upgraded to CCC+ by S&P The stable outlook on the long-term local currency rating reflects improvements to the government's debt profile,positive,0.982855082
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka plans to trade off debt with climate vulnerabilities at AP meeting,9/25/2023,Environment,Sri Lanka faces frequent natural disasters due to the impacts of climate change. ,Crisis-hit Sri Lanka plans to trade off debt with climate vulnerabilities at AP meeting Sri Lanka faces frequent natural disasters due to the impacts of climate change. ,negative,-0.983592868
Sri Lanka sells 2028 bonds at 14.52-pct,9/25/2023,Bonds & Forex,135 billion rupees of 1 June 2026 bonds to yield 15.64 percent,Sri Lanka sells 2028 bonds at 14.52-pct 135 billion rupees of 1 June 2026 bonds to yield 15.64 percent,positive,0.90902704
Sri Lanka’s stocks end down on Monday after slow day of trading,9/25/2023,Commodities,Sri Lanka shares were down at close of trading on Monday. Turnover was 550 million rupees. ,Sri Lanka’s stocks end down on Monday after slow day of trading Sri Lanka shares were down at close of trading on Monday. Turnover was 550 million rupees. ,negative,-0.994828522
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 324.75/324.90 to the US dollar,9/25/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 324.75/90 to the US dollar on Monday. Bond yields were up.,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 324.75/324.90 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 324.75/90 to the US dollar on Monday. Bond yields were up.,negative,-0.92875582
Sri Lanka smallholder tea growers still find fertiliser expensive ,9/25/2023,Tea,Small holders were also offered an interest free loan to help apply fertilizer.,Sri Lanka smallholder tea growers still find fertiliser expensive  Small holders were also offered an interest free loan to help apply fertilizer.,negative,-0.992431879
Sri Lanka ruling party split between president and own candidate: opposition,9/25/2023,Politics,"“We can clearly see the split in the SLPP,” he added.","Sri Lanka ruling party split between president and own candidate: opposition “We can clearly see the split in the SLPP,” he added.",negative,-0.917437613
Sri Lanka tea export revenues down 3.8-pct in August,9/25/2023,Tea,Tea export revenues fell 3.8 percent to 119.63 million US dollars in Aug 2023 from 124.4 mn US dollars a year ago,Sri Lanka tea export revenues down 3.8-pct in August Tea export revenues fell 3.8 percent to 119.63 million US dollars in Aug 2023 from 124.4 mn US dollars a year ago,negative,-0.998930752
Sri Lanka talks engaging diaspora with Commonwealth Sec-Gen,9/25/2023,Investment,This dialogue seeks to foster connections and collaborations with Sri Lanka’s global diaspora for mutual benefit,Sri Lanka talks engaging diaspora with Commonwealth Sec-Gen This dialogue seeks to foster connections and collaborations with Sri Lanka’s global diaspora for mutual benefit,positive,0.998882473
Sri Lanka BoI looks at rejected but reusable materials,9/25/2023,Investment,The CEA tied up with BoI to increase the collection of reusable or recyclable materials produced as  factory byproducts,Sri Lanka BoI looks at rejected but reusable materials The CEA tied up with BoI to increase the collection of reusable or recyclable materials produced as  factory byproducts,negative,-0.97053355
"Sri Lanka’s stocks see slow trading due to short week, month end",9/25/2023,Commodities,Sri Lanka shares were trading sluggishly on Monday morning.,"Sri Lanka’s stocks see slow trading due to short week, month end Sri Lanka shares were trading sluggishly on Monday morning.",negative,-0.999221087
Sri Lanka Port Authority has to consider strategic role: Chairman,9/25/2023,Logistics,It’s crucial that we approach this strategically and define our precise role in this sector ,Sri Lanka Port Authority has to consider strategic role: Chairman It’s crucial that we approach this strategically and define our precise role in this sector ,positive,0.996441901
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 324.25/325.00 to the US dollar,9/25/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 324.25/325.00 to the US dollar on Monday, ","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 324.25/325.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 324.25/325.00 to the US dollar on Monday, ",negative,-0.981848121
Sri Lanka rubber output to drop 15-pct in 2023 in deepening crisis,9/25/2023,Agriculture,"Natural rubber output may drop to 60 million kilograms in 2023, hit by a leaf disease","Sri Lanka rubber output to drop 15-pct in 2023 in deepening crisis Natural rubber output may drop to 60 million kilograms in 2023, hit by a leaf disease",negative,-0.997417092
"Sri Lanka India industrial zone around Trinco, maritime links mooted",9/24/2023,Logistics,Sri Lanka to participate in The Global Maritime India Summit ,"Sri Lanka India industrial zone around Trinco, maritime links mooted Sri Lanka to participate in The Global Maritime India Summit ",positive,0.982760847
Sri Lanka brings back import para tariff on milk,9/24/2023,Economy,Milk powder back under PAL tax,Sri Lanka brings back import para tariff on milk Milk powder back under PAL tax,negative,-0.966624737
Sri Lanka govt warns liquor manufacturers: pay defaulted tax or lose licence,9/24/2023,Economy,"Liquor manufacturers owe 6.6 bln rupees excise tax, penalty for govt ","Sri Lanka govt warns liquor manufacturers: pay defaulted tax or lose licence Liquor manufacturers owe 6.6 bln rupees excise tax, penalty for govt ",negative,-0.994698524
"Sri Lanka, India discuss to resume ETCA negotiations",9/23/2023,Trade,Sri Lanka saw protests against ETCA when it was scheduled to be signed,"Sri Lanka, India discuss to resume ETCA negotiations Sri Lanka saw protests against ETCA when it was scheduled to be signed",negative,-0.996312797
Sri Lanka can avoid possible repeated default - State FinMin,9/23/2023,Debt Restructuring,"Sri Lanka, in an unprecedented way, defaulted on its sovereign debts in April last year ","Sri Lanka can avoid possible repeated default - State FinMin Sri Lanka, in an unprecedented way, defaulted on its sovereign debts in April last year ",negative,-0.974108338
"Sri Lanka’s new Central Bank Act challenges govt money printing, spending – minister",9/23/2023,Debt Restructuring,New CB Act came into effect from Sept 15. ,"Sri Lanka’s new Central Bank Act challenges govt money printing, spending – minister New CB Act came into effect from Sept 15. ",negative,-0.858727634
Sri Lanka’s stocks end on positive note on Friday,9/22/2023,Commodities,Sri Lanka shares were up at close of trading on Friday. Turnover was 1 billion rupees. ,Sri Lanka’s stocks end on positive note on Friday Sri Lanka shares were up at close of trading on Friday. Turnover was 1 billion rupees. ,positive,0.846853852
Sri Lanka rupee closes up at 324.70/325.00 to the US dollar,9/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 324.70/325.00 to the US dollar on Friday,","Sri Lanka rupee closes up at 324.70/325.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 324.70/325.00 to the US dollar on Friday,",negative,-0.992508948
"Sri Lanka has to give quick service, look after investors: Minister",9/22/2023,Economy,The Board of Investment has to provide quick service to foreign investors and look after them,"Sri Lanka has to give quick service, look after investors: Minister The Board of Investment has to provide quick service to foreign investors and look after them",positive,0.929969847
Sri Lanka IT conference to attract investors for local companies,9/22/2023,ICT,To attract potential investors for IT companies in Sri Lanka and achieve a target of 3 billion US dollars in IT exports,Sri Lanka IT conference to attract investors for local companies To attract potential investors for IT companies in Sri Lanka and achieve a target of 3 billion US dollars in IT exports,positive,0.986422837
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 324.00/75 to the US dollar,9/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stable at 324/75 to the US dollar on Friday.,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 324.00/75 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stable at 324/75 to the US dollar on Friday.,negative,-0.960309267
"Sri Lanka’s stocks open up on Friday, amidst consumer demand",9/22/2023,Commodities,Sri Lanka shares were picking up in morning trade on Friday amidst renewed investor interest,"Sri Lanka’s stocks open up on Friday, amidst consumer demand Sri Lanka shares were picking up in morning trade on Friday amidst renewed investor interest",positive,0.992810011
"Sri Lanka president addresses UNGA, urges big powers not to escalate tensions",9/22/2023,International Relations,Conflicts and tensions among big powers are complicating the policy environment for the rest,"Sri Lanka president addresses UNGA, urges big powers not to escalate tensions Conflicts and tensions among big powers are complicating the policy environment for the rest",negative,-0.956959248
"Sri Lanka central bank converts provisional advances to bills, bills to bonds in DDR",9/22/2023,Economy,"CB gets Rs220bn in bills, 2.49 in bonds","Sri Lanka central bank converts provisional advances to bills, bills to bonds in DDR CB gets Rs220bn in bills, 2.49 in bonds",negative,-0.980919778
Sri Lanka central bank's new Governing Board meets,9/22/2023,Economy,"Ravi Rathnayake, Anuska Wijesinghe, new members","Sri Lanka central bank's new Governing Board meets Ravi Rathnayake, Anuska Wijesinghe, new members",positive,0.998470962
"Sri Lanka’s MTV secures ICC Cricket World Cup broadcast, digital rights",9/21/2023,Sports,World Cup begins on October 5 ,"Sri Lanka’s MTV secures ICC Cricket World Cup broadcast, digital rights World Cup begins on October 5 ",positive,0.916588724
Sri Lanka’s stocks dip at close on slow retail activity,9/21/2023,Commodities,Sri Lanka shares were down at close of trading on Thursday after starting positively,Sri Lanka’s stocks dip at close on slow retail activity Sri Lanka shares were down at close of trading on Thursday after starting positively,negative,-0.999348819
Sri Lanka rupee closes down at 324.20/75 to the US dollar,9/21/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 324.20/75 to the US dollar on Thursday,Sri Lanka rupee closes down at 324.20/75 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 324.20/75 to the US dollar on Thursday,negative,-0.997827232
Sri Lanka's labor minister talks labor law reforms with exporters,9/21/2023,Employment,"Objectives include boosting female workforce participation, attracting FDI, and robust social security.","Sri Lanka's labor minister talks labor law reforms with exporters Objectives include boosting female workforce participation, attracting FDI, and robust social security.",positive,0.996732593
Sri Lanka sees 100 bln shortfall from IMF revenue target – minister ,9/21/2023,Debt Restructuring,"Despite higher taxes, Sri Lanka faces revenue shortfall ","Sri Lanka sees 100 bln shortfall from IMF revenue target – minister  Despite higher taxes, Sri Lanka faces revenue shortfall ",negative,-0.996382356
Sri Lanka government to develop Arugam Bay tourism sector,9/21/2023,Tourism,The Arugam Bay Tourism Development Plan focuses on challenges to infrastructure development in the area,Sri Lanka government to develop Arugam Bay tourism sector The Arugam Bay Tourism Development Plan focuses on challenges to infrastructure development in the area,positive,0.964886546
Sri Lanka gets 19.23 mn US dollar grant from USA,9/21/2023,General Economy,The US announced the commitment of 19.23 million US dollars in additional funds to further the development of Sri Lanka.,Sri Lanka gets 19.23 mn US dollar grant from USA The US announced the commitment of 19.23 million US dollars in additional funds to further the development of Sri Lanka.,positive,0.97388196
"Sri Lanka’s 2022 EPF returns falls to lowest, single digit in near two decades – CB data",9/21/2023,Debt Restructuring,A central bank analysis shows EPF return could fall further if DDO is not chosen ,"Sri Lanka’s 2022 EPF returns falls to lowest, single digit in near two decades – CB data A central bank analysis shows EPF return could fall further if DDO is not chosen ",negative,-0.999208868
Malaysia to support Sri Lanka's bid to join RCEP,9/21/2023,Business,"Malaysia to support Sri Lanka application to Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, a key regional trade agreement","Malaysia to support Sri Lanka's bid to join RCEP Malaysia to support Sri Lanka application to Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, a key regional trade agreement",positive,0.98375237
Is Tibet Prepared for a Post-Dalai Lama Era?,9/21/2023,Political News,The spiritual leader turned 88 in July,Is Tibet Prepared for a Post-Dalai Lama Era? The spiritual leader turned 88 in July,negative,-0.993061721
Sri Lanka rupee opens up at 325.00/15 to the US dollar,9/21/2023,Bonds & Forex,"The rupee opened at 325/15 to the US dollar on Thursday, Bond yields were up.","Sri Lanka rupee opens up at 325.00/15 to the US dollar The rupee opened at 325/15 to the US dollar on Thursday, Bond yields were up.",positive,0.509214818
Sri Lanka’s stocks open up on interest in review,9/21/2023,Commodities,"Shares were picking up in mid-morning trading on Thursday, as investors anticipated news of the ongoing IMF review","Sri Lanka’s stocks open up on interest in review Shares were picking up in mid-morning trading on Thursday, as investors anticipated news of the ongoing IMF review",negative,-0.597530127
"Sri Lanka President, IMF MD discuss debt restructure, reforms",9/21/2023,Economy,President Wickremesinghe is in New York attending the United Nations General Assembly meetings,"Sri Lanka President, IMF MD discuss debt restructure, reforms President Wickremesinghe is in New York attending the United Nations General Assembly meetings",positive,0.983355224
Sri Lanka state salary bill down to 55-pct of taxes in early 2023,9/21/2023,Economy,State salary bill as a share of taxes has fallen to 55 percent of taxes in the first four months of 2023,Sri Lanka state salary bill down to 55-pct of taxes in early 2023 State salary bill as a share of taxes has fallen to 55 percent of taxes in the first four months of 2023,negative,-0.998294294
Iranian leader to visit Sri Lanka after President Wickremesinghe's invitation,9/20/2023,International Relations,Sri Lanka's trade relations with Iran is hit by the US sanctions in 2012,Iranian leader to visit Sri Lanka after President Wickremesinghe's invitation Sri Lanka's trade relations with Iran is hit by the US sanctions in 2012,negative,-0.933637023
"Sri Lanka 3, 12 month bill yields down",9/20/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields fell at Wednesday's auction with all offered 170 billion rupees of bills sold,"Sri Lanka 3, 12 month bill yields down Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields fell at Wednesday's auction with all offered 170 billion rupees of bills sold",negative,-0.991984904
"Sri Lanka’s stocks close up on a three-day high, amidst Softlogic acquisition",9/20/2023,Commodities,"The majority of the revenue came in from the Food, Beverage and Tobacco sector ","Sri Lanka’s stocks close up on a three-day high, amidst Softlogic acquisition The majority of the revenue came in from the Food, Beverage and Tobacco sector ",negative,-0.983344138
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 324.75/325.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday,9/20/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed unchanged at 324.75/325.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were up. ","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 324.75/325.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday Sri Lanka’s rupee closed unchanged at 324.75/325.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were up. ",negative,-0.987866759
"Sri Lanka choses over 75,000 acre lands for renewable power plants mainly in North, East",9/20/2023,Energy,Sri Lanka has planned to reduce thermal power generated energy to 30 percent by 2030,"Sri Lanka choses over 75,000 acre lands for renewable power plants mainly in North, East Sri Lanka has planned to reduce thermal power generated energy to 30 percent by 2030",negative,-0.968687713
"Sri Lanka, Nepal look to boost trade, tourism, and education opportunities",9/20/2023,International Relations,Potential to increase economic cooperation and enhance people to people contact through education opportunities,"Sri Lanka, Nepal look to boost trade, tourism, and education opportunities Potential to increase economic cooperation and enhance people to people contact through education opportunities",positive,0.999476254
Sri Lanka's enactment of anti-corruption legislation delayed by lack of trained staff: president,9/20/2023,Corruption,Anti-corruption legislation enactment delayed because Anti-Corruption Commission grappling with recruiting trained staff,Sri Lanka's enactment of anti-corruption legislation delayed by lack of trained staff: president Anti-corruption legislation enactment delayed because Anti-Corruption Commission grappling with recruiting trained staff,negative,-0.997263074
Sri Lanka signs treaty on prohibition of nuclear weapons,9/20/2023,International Relations,By becoming 69th party to the treaty Sri Lanka reaffirmed its commitment towards nuclear disarmament in favor of harmony,Sri Lanka signs treaty on prohibition of nuclear weapons By becoming 69th party to the treaty Sri Lanka reaffirmed its commitment towards nuclear disarmament in favor of harmony,positive,0.989962101
Sri Lanka Aswesuma beneficiaries receive delayed welfare pay,9/20/2023,General Economy,"As another phase of ""Aswesuma"" a payment of Rs.799.5 million for 113’713 beneficiaries have been paid for July","Sri Lanka Aswesuma beneficiaries receive delayed welfare pay As another phase of ""Aswesuma"" a payment of Rs.799.5 million for 113’713 beneficiaries have been paid for July",negative,-0.992426157
"Sri Lanka's 'online truth' law can be revised, President tells Facebook",9/20/2023,Free Speech,A planned 'Online Safety' Law can be further amended or challenged in the Supreme Court Wickremesinghe told Meta,"Sri Lanka's 'online truth' law can be revised, President tells Facebook A planned 'Online Safety' Law can be further amended or challenged in the Supreme Court Wickremesinghe told Meta",negative,-0.991107523
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 324.75/325.25 to the US dollar,9/20/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 324.75/325.25 to the US dollar on Wednesday,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 324.75/325.25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 324.75/325.25 to the US dollar on Wednesday,negative,-0.981530249
Sri Lanka’s stocks up in mid-day trading,9/20/2023,Commodities,Sri Lanka shares were picking up in mid-day trading on Wednesday after a sluggish few days.,Sri Lanka’s stocks up in mid-day trading Sri Lanka shares were picking up in mid-day trading on Wednesday after a sluggish few days.,negative,-0.99278295
Australia higher education promotion draws Sri Lanka students,9/20/2023,Education,An impressive number of students expressed their eagerness to select Australia as their preferred location ,Australia higher education promotion draws Sri Lanka students An impressive number of students expressed their eagerness to select Australia as their preferred location ,positive,0.999228716
Bangladesh surprised over quick repayment CB swap by Sri Lanka,9/20/2023,International Relations,Bangladesh Prime Minister said she had not expected Sri Lanka to pay back the loan so fast,Bangladesh surprised over quick repayment CB swap by Sri Lanka Bangladesh Prime Minister said she had not expected Sri Lanka to pay back the loan so fast,positive,0.630108416
Sri Lanka ‘online truth’ law draconian overreach: Harsha,9/20/2023,Free Speech,Likely to drive away tech investments.,Sri Lanka ‘online truth’ law draconian overreach: Harsha Likely to drive away tech investments.,negative,-0.998737633
Softlogic buys Sri Lanka's Bata Shoes,9/20/2023,Markets,"It will launch ""seasonal designs"" concurrently with Bata's international launches","Softlogic buys Sri Lanka's Bata Shoes It will launch ""seasonal designs"" concurrently with Bata's international launches",positive,0.934226036
Sri Lanka aims to boost jobs for disabled; targets 10% in 2023,9/20/2023,Employment,Sri Lanka has more than 1.6 million people with some kind of disabilities ,Sri Lanka aims to boost jobs for disabled; targets 10% in 2023 Sri Lanka has more than 1.6 million people with some kind of disabilities ,negative,-0.599385858
Sri Lanka does not align itself with India or China: President,9/19/2023,International Relations,"Sri Lanka is open to collaboration with any global partners willing to respect its autonomy, the president said.","Sri Lanka does not align itself with India or China: President Sri Lanka is open to collaboration with any global partners willing to respect its autonomy, the president said.",negative,-0.672071934
"Sri Lanka’s stocks close down Tuesday, on wait-and-see approach",9/19/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka shares were marginally down at close of trading on Tuesday, mainly due to profit taking and selling pressure.","Sri Lanka’s stocks close down Tuesday, on wait-and-see approach Sri Lanka shares were marginally down at close of trading on Tuesday, mainly due to profit taking and selling pressure.",negative,-0.999526024
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 324.75/325.00 to the US dollar,9/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 324.75/325.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 324.75/325.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 324.75/325.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday,negative,-0.993551373
Sri Lanka’s labor minister talks workplace rights with transgender community,9/19/2023,Employment,Need to align labor laws with global standards like ILO’s C190 and C180,Sri Lanka’s labor minister talks workplace rights with transgender community Need to align labor laws with global standards like ILO’s C190 and C180,positive,0.936407149
Sri Lanka’s top sleuth drops cluster bomb over Easter probe,9/19/2023,Defence,Senior DIG CID Ravi Seneviratne suggests there are several areas that merit further investigations,Sri Lanka’s top sleuth drops cluster bomb over Easter probe Senior DIG CID Ravi Seneviratne suggests there are several areas that merit further investigations,positive,0.99765861
Sri Lanka business roundtable in NY to attract investment,9/19/2023,Business,Business meeting in New York saw participation from 40 US businesses keen on exploring investment and trade in SL,Sri Lanka business roundtable in NY to attract investment Business meeting in New York saw participation from 40 US businesses keen on exploring investment and trade in SL,positive,0.99905771
"Sri Lanka, USA strengthen bilateral trade and investment relations",9/19/2023,Trade,Officials from both countries met for the 14th Trade and Investment Framework Agreement (TIFA) council meeting,"Sri Lanka, USA strengthen bilateral trade and investment relations Officials from both countries met for the 14th Trade and Investment Framework Agreement (TIFA) council meeting",positive,0.996593058
Sri Lanka seeks bilateral trade agreement with South Korea,9/19/2023,Employment,Sri Lanka's President discussed the importance of finalizing a trade agreement between Sri Lanka and South Korea,Sri Lanka seeks bilateral trade agreement with South Korea Sri Lanka's President discussed the importance of finalizing a trade agreement between Sri Lanka and South Korea,positive,0.95303303
Sri Lanka’s stocks down in mid-day trading,9/19/2023,Commodities,"The main All Share Price Index was down 0.81 percent or 92.17 points to 11,271.47","Sri Lanka’s stocks down in mid-day trading The main All Share Price Index was down 0.81 percent or 92.17 points to 11,271.47",negative,-0.999695063
"Alarm over Sri Lanka law for ‘online safety’, ‘online truths’",9/19/2023,Crime,.,"Alarm over Sri Lanka law for ‘online safety’, ‘online truths’ .",negative,-0.989709437
Sri Lanka to produce pomegranates to ‘save forex’ amid inflationism,9/19/2023,Agriculture,"After eight months, a tree will give a yield of 10 to 15 kilograms. A tree has a lifespan of about 35 years.","Sri Lanka to produce pomegranates to ‘save forex’ amid inflationism After eight months, a tree will give a yield of 10 to 15 kilograms. A tree has a lifespan of about 35 years.",negative,-0.979189873
"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 324.00/75 to the US dollar, bond yields up",9/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 324.00/75 to the US dollar on Tuesday,"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 324.00/75 to the US dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 324.00/75 to the US dollar on Tuesday",negative,-0.937084079
Sri Lanka President World Bank chair discuss South Asian energy interconnection,9/19/2023,Economy,Ranil Wickremesinghe has discussed ongoing economic reforms and sector growth plans with World Bank,Sri Lanka President World Bank chair discuss South Asian energy interconnection Ranil Wickremesinghe has discussed ongoing economic reforms and sector growth plans with World Bank,positive,0.997342288
"Report sought on Sri Lanka dam, tunnel safety after tremors",9/19/2023,Economy,"Assessment of the current safety conditions of all reservoirs, lakes, dams and water-carrying tunnels ","Report sought on Sri Lanka dam, tunnel safety after tremors Assessment of the current safety conditions of all reservoirs, lakes, dams and water-carrying tunnels ",negative,-0.818426728
"Sri Lanka hopes to resume road projects after debt restructuring, IMF review",9/18/2023,Debt Restructuring,Most road projects are suspended due to lack of funding after Sri Lanka declared bankruptcy ,"Sri Lanka hopes to resume road projects after debt restructuring, IMF review Most road projects are suspended due to lack of funding after Sri Lanka declared bankruptcy ",negative,-0.999388933
Sri Lanka's shares close on uncertainties on the second IMF tranche and review,9/18/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.89 percent or 102.09 points to 11,363.64","Sri Lanka's shares close on uncertainties on the second IMF tranche and review All Share Price Index was down 0.89 percent or 102.09 points to 11,363.64",negative,-0.999625921
Sri Lanka's higher education ministry cracks down on ragging,9/18/2023,Education,Higher Education Ministry to introduce new regulations and a hotline for tips against ragging in universities ,Sri Lanka's higher education ministry cracks down on ragging Higher Education Ministry to introduce new regulations and a hotline for tips against ragging in universities ,negative,-0.997395515
"Sri Lanka rupee closes up at 324.00/50 to the US dollar, bond yields up",9/18/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at324.00/50 to the US dollar on Monday,"Sri Lanka rupee closes up at 324.00/50 to the US dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at324.00/50 to the US dollar on Monday",negative,-0.986773968
Sri Lanka discusses electricity financing with UN official,9/18/2023,Energy,Power minister meets UN official to discuss financial assistance and green financing available for renewable energy.,Sri Lanka discusses electricity financing with UN official Power minister meets UN official to discuss financial assistance and green financing available for renewable energy.,positive,0.972603738
Sri Lanka’s shares edge down in mid day trade,9/18/2023,Commodities,"Sri Lanka‘s shares edged down in mid day trade on Monday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ","Sri Lanka’s shares edge down in mid day trade Sri Lanka‘s shares edged down in mid day trade on Monday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ",negative,-0.99730444
Sri Lanka to take steps to shorten school years: PM,9/18/2023,Education,Negotiations are underway to reduce the study period by one year. ,Sri Lanka to take steps to shorten school years: PM Negotiations are underway to reduce the study period by one year. ,negative,-0.984385788
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.25/324.00 to the US dollar,9/18/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.25/324.00 to the US dollar on Monday,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.25/324.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.25/324.00 to the US dollar on Monday,negative,-0.975639403
Sri Lanka to restructure government institutions with environmental responsibilities,9/18/2023,Environment,"A task force will be responsible for formulating, implementing and monitoring environmental protection initiatives ","Sri Lanka to restructure government institutions with environmental responsibilities A task force will be responsible for formulating, implementing and monitoring environmental protection initiatives ",positive,0.986717701
Sri Lanka debt to GDP ratio down to 106-pct of GDP in June 2023 - Corrected,9/18/2023,Economy,The exchange rate has depreciated somewhat since June,Sri Lanka debt to GDP ratio down to 106-pct of GDP in June 2023 - Corrected The exchange rate has depreciated somewhat since June,negative,-0.958772004
Sri Lanka central bank sells $467mn in August,9/17/2023,Economy,Net purchases negative for the third month,Sri Lanka central bank sells $467mn in August Net purchases negative for the third month,negative,-0.996485353
Sri Lanka 'deflation' drives manufacturing PMI in August,9/17/2023,Economy,"Driven by the manufacture of food & beverages sector, in response to the continuous downward revisions in retail prices","Sri Lanka 'deflation' drives manufacturing PMI in August Driven by the manufacture of food & beverages sector, in response to the continuous downward revisions in retail prices",negative,-0.997490048
"Pres asks for compensation from Global North for brain drain, at G77",9/16/2023,International Relations,Brain drain from the South to the North and the resulting loss of educated manpower was a threat to development,"Pres asks for compensation from Global North for brain drain, at G77 Brain drain from the South to the North and the resulting loss of educated manpower was a threat to development",negative,-0.999482632
Unpaid care work keeps Sri Lanka's women out of workplace: Researchers,9/16/2023,Employment,Sri Lanka women are kept out of the workforce due to unpaid care work for the children and the elderly,Unpaid care work keeps Sri Lanka's women out of workplace: Researchers Sri Lanka women are kept out of the workforce due to unpaid care work for the children and the elderly,negative,-0.953211129
Researchers cast doubt on Beira Lake neutralisation project,9/16/2023,Construction and Real Estate,Researchers raise concerns about the Beira Lake clean-up project,Researchers cast doubt on Beira Lake neutralisation project Researchers raise concerns about the Beira Lake clean-up project,negative,-0.979754031
Sri Lanka to open baby banana export processing factory in Hambantota,9/16/2023,Agriculture,Sri Lanka plans to open a baby banana export processing factory in Hambantota to cater to international banana market,Sri Lanka to open baby banana export processing factory in Hambantota Sri Lanka plans to open a baby banana export processing factory in Hambantota to cater to international banana market,negative,-0.980371416
Sri Lanka GDP contracts 3.1-pct in 2Q 2023,9/16/2023,Economy,Construction down 23-pct,Sri Lanka GDP contracts 3.1-pct in 2Q 2023 Construction down 23-pct,negative,-0.996968448
Sri Lanka to conduct survey on unregistered migrants; offers houses,9/15/2023,Economy,Minister says there are hardly any records on some Sri Lankan migrants ,Sri Lanka to conduct survey on unregistered migrants; offers houses Minister says there are hardly any records on some Sri Lankan migrants ,negative,-0.999367893
Sri Lanka Pres appoints local panel to probe Channel 4 claim amid foreign inquiry demand,9/15/2023,Defence,Alleged involvement of Sri Lankan intelligence operatives have already been reported to local courts,Sri Lanka Pres appoints local panel to probe Channel 4 claim amid foreign inquiry demand Alleged involvement of Sri Lankan intelligence operatives have already been reported to local courts,negative,-0.990956485
Sri Lanka's stocks close lower on Fitch downgrade,9/15/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.58 percent or 66.96 points to 11,465.73","Sri Lanka's stocks close lower on Fitch downgrade All Share Price Index was down 0.58 percent or 66.96 points to 11,465.73",negative,-0.999406099
More jobs for Sri Lankans in South Korea: Korean Labor Minister,9/15/2023,Employment,Amendments in the South Korean EPS system will result in more foreign recruitments from Sri Lanka ,More jobs for Sri Lankans in South Korea: Korean Labor Minister Amendments in the South Korean EPS system will result in more foreign recruitments from Sri Lanka ,negative,-0.981826186
"Sri Lanka rupee closes up at 323.25/75 to the US dollar, bond yields down",9/15/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed unchanged at 323.25/75 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes up at 323.25/75 to the US dollar, bond yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee closed unchanged at 323.25/75 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.",negative,-0.996041894
Sri Lanka considers EPF member rep in Board after controversial DDO,9/15/2023,Debt Restructuring,EPF is Sri Lanka's largest pension fund and the govt's largest domestic lender ,Sri Lanka considers EPF member rep in Board after controversial DDO EPF is Sri Lanka's largest pension fund and the govt's largest domestic lender ,negative,-0.881297648
Sri Lanka egg production to pick up by year end: Minister,9/15/2023,General Industry,"Egg and poultry prices are likely to drop by December, and there would be no further price hikes, minister says","Sri Lanka egg production to pick up by year end: Minister Egg and poultry prices are likely to drop by December, and there would be no further price hikes, minister says",negative,-0.981523335
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,9/15/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.46 percent or 53.25 points to 11,479.44","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade All Share Price Index was down 0.46 percent or 53.25 points to 11,479.44",negative,-0.99962914
Sri Lanka's controversial new central bank law certified by speaker,9/15/2023,Economy,With IMF reserve targets it is not possible to operate a clean floating exchange rate,Sri Lanka's controversial new central bank law certified by speaker With IMF reserve targets it is not possible to operate a clean floating exchange rate,negative,-0.998719096
"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.00/50 to the US dollar, bond yields down",9/15/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.25/75 to the US dollar on Friday,"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.00/50 to the US dollar, bond yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.25/75 to the US dollar on Friday",negative,-0.993049741
"Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka DDR bonds to 'Default', rupee rating to 'RD'",9/15/2023,Bonds & Forex,Four bonds not involved in  the DDR rated 'C',"Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka DDR bonds to 'Default', rupee rating to 'RD' Four bonds not involved in  the DDR rated 'C'",negative,-0.998892605
Sri Lanka Central Bank informs EPF members: “decided to opt for” DDO,9/14/2023,Debt Restructuring,"If EPF does not chose DDO, return could fall to as low as 6.79 percent - central bank","Sri Lanka Central Bank informs EPF members: “decided to opt for” DDO If EPF does not chose DDO, return could fall to as low as 6.79 percent - central bank",negative,-0.998064101
Sri Lanka identifies informal money remitters as high-risk under money laundering,9/14/2023,Finance,Sri Lanka is struggling to raise its tax revenue amid money laundering activities ,Sri Lanka identifies informal money remitters as high-risk under money laundering Sri Lanka is struggling to raise its tax revenue amid money laundering activities ,negative,-0.996097147
Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.25/75 to the US dollar,9/14/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.25/75 to the US dollar on Thursday,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.25/75 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.25/75 to the US dollar on Thursday,negative,-0.994277179
Sri Lanka's stocks close up on a wait and see approach on IMF review and budget,9/14/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.82 percent or 93.87 points to 11,532.69","Sri Lanka's stocks close up on a wait and see approach on IMF review and budget All Share Price Index was up 0.82 percent or 93.87 points to 11,532.69",negative,-0.991825938
Sri Lanka online businesses to register on QR code system,9/14/2023,Business,The government is unable to acquire any revenue from “large-scale online businesses” operating in the country,Sri Lanka online businesses to register on QR code system The government is unable to acquire any revenue from “large-scale online businesses” operating in the country,negative,-0.99971503
Sri Lanka recalls retired doctors for service after crisis-led exodus,9/14/2023,Health,Thousands of doctors have left Sri Lanka after economic crisis ,Sri Lanka recalls retired doctors for service after crisis-led exodus Thousands of doctors have left Sri Lanka after economic crisis ,negative,-0.86073631
Sri Lanka will need to wait out IMF review to review taxes: official,9/14/2023,Economy,"“Regardless, the government is not prepared to work outside the framework of the IMF programme,” he added.","Sri Lanka will need to wait out IMF review to review taxes: official “Regardless, the government is not prepared to work outside the framework of the IMF programme,” he added.",negative,-0.997380912
Sri Lanka meets IMF delegation for first review of fund facility,9/14/2023,Economic Crisis,The inaugural meeting for the IMF's first review of the EFF programme took place at the Presidential Secretariat,Sri Lanka meets IMF delegation for first review of fund facility The inaugural meeting for the IMF's first review of the EFF programme took place at the Presidential Secretariat,positive,0.987942636
"Sri Lanka COPF chair urges IMF to prioritise accountability, transparency as review begins",9/14/2023,Economy,The FT story was on a lawsuit filed by the US government in the first week of September.,"Sri Lanka COPF chair urges IMF to prioritise accountability, transparency as review begins The FT story was on a lawsuit filed by the US government in the first week of September.",negative,-0.971515715
Sri Lanka president to attend several key UN events in New York,9/14/2023,International Relations,Wickremesinghe will also attend a Heads of State/Government Leaders Dialogue during the 2023 SDG Summit.,Sri Lanka president to attend several key UN events in New York Wickremesinghe will also attend a Heads of State/Government Leaders Dialogue during the 2023 SDG Summit.,positive,0.996720612
Sri Lanka to sign MoU with Kuwait for bilateral consultative mechanism,9/14/2023,Trade,The memorandum of understanding will be signed on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly Sessions held in New York.,Sri Lanka to sign MoU with Kuwait for bilateral consultative mechanism The memorandum of understanding will be signed on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly Sessions held in New York.,positive,0.990446568
Sri Lanka's shares edged up in mid day trade,9/14/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was up 0.57 percent or 64.78 points to 11,503.60","Sri Lanka's shares edged up in mid day trade The main All Share Price Index was up 0.57 percent or 64.78 points to 11,503.60",negative,-0.931594431
Sri Lanka to get power plant with energy storage system in North,9/14/2023,Energy,Global renewable energy developer proposes to set up 700mw solar power plant with battery storage system in Kilinochchi,Sri Lanka to get power plant with energy storage system in North Global renewable energy developer proposes to set up 700mw solar power plant with battery storage system in Kilinochchi,negative,-0.571938753
"Sri Lanka rupee opens up at 324.00/325.00 to the US dollar, bond yields up",9/14/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 324.00/325.00 to the US dollar Thursday,"Sri Lanka rupee opens up at 324.00/325.00 to the US dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 324.00/325.00 to the US dollar Thursday",negative,-0.855313241
Court remands officers arrested over death of maid in Sri Lanka police custody,9/14/2023,Courts,"An identification parade is to be held at the Colombo Magistrate's Court on 18 September, lawyers said.","Court remands officers arrested over death of maid in Sri Lanka police custody An identification parade is to be held at the Colombo Magistrate's Court on 18 September, lawyers said.",negative,-0.870173037
Sri Lanka's shares close up on senses of economic stabilization,9/13/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.80 percent or 90.57 points to 11,438.82","Sri Lanka's shares close up on senses of economic stabilization All Share Price Index was up 0.80 percent or 90.57 points to 11,438.82",negative,-0.95636189
Sri Lanka rupee closes up at 323.50/324.50 to the US dollar,9/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.50/324.50 to the US dollar Wednesday,Sri Lanka rupee closes up at 323.50/324.50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.50/324.50 to the US dollar Wednesday,negative,-0.994192064
Sri Lanka's SEC approves new listing board and rules for SOEs,9/13/2023,Economy,SEC approves creation of a separate CSE listing board and listing rules for SOEs,Sri Lanka's SEC approves new listing board and rules for SOEs SEC approves creation of a separate CSE listing board and listing rules for SOEs,negative,-0.698638499
"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields ease, all bills sold",9/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields at Wednesday's auction with all offered 160 billion rupees of bills sold,"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields ease, all bills sold Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields at Wednesday's auction with all offered 160 billion rupees of bills sold",negative,-0.591365039
Sri Lanka's CPC to implement daily automated price revising system from next year,9/13/2023,Petroleum,CPC dealers were briefed on the implementation of a daily automated price revising system from 2024,Sri Lanka's CPC to implement daily automated price revising system from next year CPC dealers were briefed on the implementation of a daily automated price revising system from 2024,negative,-0.910675704
SriLankan Airlines ready to recruit foreign pilots if need arises - CEO,9/13/2023,Aviation,SriLankan airline has been a loss-making venture since 2009,SriLankan Airlines ready to recruit foreign pilots if need arises - CEO SriLankan airline has been a loss-making venture since 2009,negative,-0.999290109
"Sri Lanka railway unions defy presidential decree, continue train strike despite death",9/13/2023,Transport,"“If this strike continues, more trains will have to be cancelled,” said Indipolage.","Sri Lanka railway unions defy presidential decree, continue train strike despite death “If this strike continues, more trains will have to be cancelled,” said Indipolage.",negative,-0.993679106
Sri Lanka’s CPC  to purchase four shipments of 92 octane petrol from Vitol Asia,9/13/2023,Energy,CPC to purchase 92 octane unleaded petrol from Vitol for four months,Sri Lanka’s CPC  to purchase four shipments of 92 octane petrol from Vitol Asia CPC to purchase 92 octane unleaded petrol from Vitol for four months,negative,-0.982159674
Tax concessions on water purification equipment imports for Sri Lanka's Beira clean-up project,9/13/2023,Economy,Cabinet approves proposal to improve Beira Lake water quality through a pilot project by a Singaporean company,Tax concessions on water purification equipment imports for Sri Lanka's Beira clean-up project Cabinet approves proposal to improve Beira Lake water quality through a pilot project by a Singaporean company,negative,-0.935200036
"Sri Lanka accepts exchange offers for 37 pct of eligible bonds, 84 pct of pension fund bonds",9/13/2023,Economy,The government will issue new bonds to eligible holders on Thursday September 14.,"Sri Lanka accepts exchange offers for 37 pct of eligible bonds, 84 pct of pension fund bonds The government will issue new bonds to eligible holders on Thursday September 14.",positive,0.829384446
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,9/13/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.49 percent or 56.04 points to 11,404.29","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade All Share Price Index was up 0.49 percent or 56.04 points to 11,404.29",negative,-0.937056243
Chinese industrialists to invest in aquaculture technology in Sri Lanka,9/13/2023,Fisheries,"Fujian fish export association to invest in aquaculture, to process and export seafood to Europe and North America","Chinese industrialists to invest in aquaculture technology in Sri Lanka Fujian fish export association to invest in aquaculture, to process and export seafood to Europe and North America",positive,0.968742549
Sri Lanka Cabinet postpones SVAT abolition,9/13/2023,Trade,"Cabinet agreed to postpone repeal of the simplified value added tax (SVAT) to April 1, 2025.","Sri Lanka Cabinet postpones SVAT abolition Cabinet agreed to postpone repeal of the simplified value added tax (SVAT) to April 1, 2025.",negative,-0.931488872
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322.75/323.50 to the US dollar,9/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 322.75/323.50 to the US dollar Wednesday,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322.75/323.50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 322.75/323.50 to the US dollar Wednesday,negative,-0.982248664
"Sri Lanka Customs confiscates 4.5 million illicit cigarettes, offers reward for whistleblowers",9/13/2023,Business,Reward of up to thirty percent of smuggled item's value offered,"Sri Lanka Customs confiscates 4.5 million illicit cigarettes, offers reward for whistleblowers Reward of up to thirty percent of smuggled item's value offered",negative,-0.890621662
"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka opens education sector with reforms aiming at investments, opportunities",9/13/2023,Education,"Minister slams leftists, Marxists for resisting private universities ","Crisis-hit Sri Lanka opens education sector with reforms aiming at investments, opportunities Minister slams leftists, Marxists for resisting private universities ",positive,0.998315573
Sri Lanka to sign treaty on prohibition of nuclear weapons,9/12/2023,Energy,Cabinet grants approval for signing of the treaty on prohibition of nuclear weapons. ,Sri Lanka to sign treaty on prohibition of nuclear weapons Cabinet grants approval for signing of the treaty on prohibition of nuclear weapons. ,positive,0.994248271
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.45/322.75 to the US dollar,9/12/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.45/322.75 to the US dollar Tuesday, from Monday’s close at 322.25/322.50, dealers sa...","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.45/322.75 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.45/322.75 to the US dollar Tuesday, from Monday’s close at 322.25/322.50, dealers sa...",negative,-0.995010376
Sri Lanka's shares close on red due to profit taking,9/12/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.34 percent or 38.48 points to 11,348.25","Sri Lanka's shares close on red due to profit taking All Share Price Index was down 0.34 percent or 38.48 points to 11,348.25",negative,-0.999297142
Sri Lanka's UDA to transfer land with housing units to Colombo University,9/12/2023,Construction and Real Estate,Cabinet approved a proposal by the UDA to transfer land with housing complex to the University of Colombo,Sri Lanka's UDA to transfer land with housing units to Colombo University Cabinet approved a proposal by the UDA to transfer land with housing complex to the University of Colombo,negative,-0.734220564
French government aids Sri Lanka in satellite technology oil spill monitoring system,9/12/2023,Accidents,It will help Sri Lanka gain expertise in the fight against marine pollution through the use of cutting-edge technologies,French government aids Sri Lanka in satellite technology oil spill monitoring system It will help Sri Lanka gain expertise in the fight against marine pollution through the use of cutting-edge technologies,positive,0.995926619
"Sri Lanka drafts new laws to address gender socialisation, form national women's commission",9/12/2023,Gender Issues,Gender roles are socially constructed ideas of what it means to be one's assigned gender.,"Sri Lanka drafts new laws to address gender socialisation, form national women's commission Gender roles are socially constructed ideas of what it means to be one's assigned gender.",positive,0.979361355
Sri Lanka cabinet spokesman blames tragic train accident on railway union,9/12/2023,Politics,The accident had occurred near the Horape railway station in the Gampaha district.,Sri Lanka cabinet spokesman blames tragic train accident on railway union The accident had occurred near the Horape railway station in the Gampaha district.,negative,-0.991572857
Government not prepared to negotiate with Railways terrorists - minister,9/12/2023,Logistics,"Striking employees responsible for passenger's death, Transport minister says","Government not prepared to negotiate with Railways terrorists - minister Striking employees responsible for passenger's death, Transport minister says",negative,-0.998951435
Over 50 pct of Sri Lanka's returned migrant workers plan to go back: IPS study,9/12/2023,Economy,The IPS said 193 respondents are considering re-migration within 2023.,Over 50 pct of Sri Lanka's returned migrant workers plan to go back: IPS study The IPS said 193 respondents are considering re-migration within 2023.,negative,-0.98862493
Sri Lanka customs confiscates mis-declared arecanut,9/12/2023,Business,"Sri Lanka Customs confiscates arecanut valued at 27,484,868 rupees.","Sri Lanka customs confiscates mis-declared arecanut Sri Lanka Customs confiscates arecanut valued at 27,484,868 rupees.",negative,-0.992402554
Sri Lanka’s shares edge down in mid day trade,9/12/2023,Commodities,"Sri Lanka's shares edged down in mid day trade on Tuesday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ","Sri Lanka’s shares edge down in mid day trade Sri Lanka's shares edged down in mid day trade on Tuesday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ",negative,-0.997327089
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322.00/45 to the US dollar,9/12/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 322.00/45 to the US dollar on Tuesday,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322.00/45 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 322.00/45 to the US dollar on Tuesday,negative,-0.975636542
UN body asks to do more to probe rights abuses; Sri Lanka rejects  ,9/12/2023,Human Rights,Sri Lanka has consistently rejected UN request to cooperate for international rights probe,UN body asks to do more to probe rights abuses; Sri Lanka rejects   Sri Lanka has consistently rejected UN request to cooperate for international rights probe,negative,-0.969658315
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.25/322.50 to the US dollar,9/11/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.25/322.50 to the US dollar Monday, from Friday’s close at 321.75/322.00 to the US do...","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.25/322.50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.25/322.50 to the US dollar Monday, from Friday’s close at 321.75/322.00 to the US do...",negative,-0.994534135
Sri Lanka’s Rambukwella after NCM defeat says health sector has improved despite crisis,9/11/2023,Health,"Health Minister rejects crisis in the sector, says UNICEF report wrong","Sri Lanka’s Rambukwella after NCM defeat says health sector has improved despite crisis Health Minister rejects crisis in the sector, says UNICEF report wrong",negative,-0.996628702
Sri Lanka extends special commodity levy on potatoes by four months,9/11/2023,Commodities,Minister of Finance said special commodity levy of 50 rupees on a kilo of potatoes is to be extended by four months,Sri Lanka extends special commodity levy on potatoes by four months Minister of Finance said special commodity levy of 50 rupees on a kilo of potatoes is to be extended by four months,negative,-0.91683656
Sri Lanka's shares close down on profit taking in banking sector,9/11/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was down 0.69 percent or 79.34 points to 11,386.73.","Sri Lanka's shares close down on profit taking in banking sector The main All Share Price Index was down 0.69 percent or 79.34 points to 11,386.73.",negative,-0.999524117
Sri Lanka's GMOA criticises plans to establish three private medical colleges,9/11/2023,Education,"""Even now, our medical faculties are run amidst great difficulty,” he said.","Sri Lanka's GMOA criticises plans to establish three private medical colleges ""Even now, our medical faculties are run amidst great difficulty,” he said.",negative,-0.997269928
Sri Lanka's foreign reserves in line with IMF targets despite August dip: official,9/11/2023,Economy,"“Last year, we were among countries with the lowest levels of state revenue,” said Siyambalapitiya.","Sri Lanka's foreign reserves in line with IMF targets despite August dip: official “Last year, we were among countries with the lowest levels of state revenue,” said Siyambalapitiya.",negative,-0.998369157
J.P. Narayan: Socialist Gandhism,9/11/2023,Opinion,"Marxist Critic of Gandhi Becomes an Adherent, But Finally Finds Transformational State Power Indispensable","J.P. Narayan: Socialist Gandhism Marxist Critic of Gandhi Becomes an Adherent, But Finally Finds Transformational State Power Indispensable",positive,0.986738563
JICA grant to pay for Sri Lanka power reform chief,9/11/2023,Energy,"Japan will bear the cost of an expert to drive Sri Lanka's power sector reforms, the country's aid agency said.","JICA grant to pay for Sri Lanka power reform chief Japan will bear the cost of an expert to drive Sri Lanka's power sector reforms, the country's aid agency said.",negative,-0.972060978
Sri Lanka to allow short selling in stocks,9/11/2023,Markets,Colombo Stock Exchange said it plans to allow regulated short selling of stocks subject to some rules.,Sri Lanka to allow short selling in stocks Colombo Stock Exchange said it plans to allow regulated short selling of stocks subject to some rules.,negative,-0.97055155
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,9/11/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.57 percent or 65.37 points to 11,400.70","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade All Share Price Index was down 0.57 percent or 65.37 points to 11,400.70",negative,-0.999617457
Sri Lanka chamber suggests French alternative to scrapping SVAT,9/11/2023,Business,Sri Lanka is scrapping SVAT as part of streamlining the VAT system under an International Monetary Fund backed program.,Sri Lanka chamber suggests French alternative to scrapping SVAT Sri Lanka is scrapping SVAT as part of streamlining the VAT system under an International Monetary Fund backed program.,negative,-0.997412384
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 321.50/322.00 to the US dollar,9/11/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 321.50/322.00 to the US dollar on Monday,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 321.50/322.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 321.50/322.00 to the US dollar on Monday,negative,-0.983033955
Sri Lanka should be careful in over-relying on GFN at the expense of stability: Bellwether,9/11/2023,Bellwether,Countries where inflationists cannot engage in macro-economic policy with money printing have low debt ,Sri Lanka should be careful in over-relying on GFN at the expense of stability: Bellwether Countries where inflationists cannot engage in macro-economic policy with money printing have low debt ,negative,-0.993498206
"Sri Lanka SOE unions want good investors in divestment, job security",9/10/2023,Economy,Management resistence in one or two companies,"Sri Lanka SOE unions want good investors in divestment, job security Management resistence in one or two companies",negative,-0.983646691
"Sri Lanka Ports Authority has 914 excess staff, pays overtime",9/10/2023,Logistics,.,"Sri Lanka Ports Authority has 914 excess staff, pays overtime .",negative,-0.990284503
Sri Lanka legislator queries lack of criminal penalties on alcohol tax scam firm,9/10/2023,Legal,"So far 43,000 seized bottles confirmed","Sri Lanka legislator queries lack of criminal penalties on alcohol tax scam firm So far 43,000 seized bottles confirmed",negative,-0.957885444
"Sri Lanka listed firms under ESG, anti-bribery rules from October: SEC",9/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rules developed in collaboration with CSE and industry ,"Sri Lanka listed firms under ESG, anti-bribery rules from October: SEC Rules developed in collaboration with CSE and industry ",negative,-0.951422095
Sri Lanka tourism revenues more than doubles in August 2023,9/9/2023,Tourism,Tourism was hit by the economic-crisis led political crisis last year after Covid-19 pandemic ,Sri Lanka tourism revenues more than doubles in August 2023 Tourism was hit by the economic-crisis led political crisis last year after Covid-19 pandemic ,negative,-0.986235321
Visa delay threatens Sri Lankans’ Swedish university opportunities - applicants ,9/9/2023,Education,Only six out of 980 students have got visa - Applicants ,Visa delay threatens Sri Lankans’ Swedish university opportunities - applicants  Only six out of 980 students have got visa - Applicants ,negative,-0.998746395
Sri Lanka remittances up 53-pct to US$499mn in August,9/9/2023,Economy,The August number is slightly lower than 541 million US dollars in July,Sri Lanka remittances up 53-pct to US$499mn in August The August number is slightly lower than 541 million US dollars in July,negative,-0.999154091
Sri Lanka's Ministry of Defence responds to Easter Sunday allegations on UK TV,9/9/2023,Defence,Says Suresh Sallay was not in the island during the period,Sri Lanka's Ministry of Defence responds to Easter Sunday allegations on UK TV Says Suresh Sallay was not in the island during the period,negative,-0.996527731
Sri Lanka Health Minister survives confidence vote after raft of deaths,9/8/2023,Health,Opposition brought the no confidence vote after a raft of deaths suspected over lower quality drugs,Sri Lanka Health Minister survives confidence vote after raft of deaths Opposition brought the no confidence vote after a raft of deaths suspected over lower quality drugs,negative,-0.932613134
"Sri Lanka to make EPF, ETF mandatory for domestic aides, plumbers",9/8/2023,Debt Restructuring,The government hopes to increase the number of contributors to the funds.,"Sri Lanka to make EPF, ETF mandatory for domestic aides, plumbers The government hopes to increase the number of contributors to the funds.",negative,-0.976255476
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321.75/322.00 to the US dollar,9/8/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 321.75/322.00 to the US dollar Friday, from Thursday's close at 322.40/50 to the US dollar...","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321.75/322.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 321.75/322.00 to the US dollar Friday, from Thursday's close at 322.40/50 to the US dollar...",negative,-0.993694723
Sri Lanka's shares close up on interest in the tourism sector,9/8/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.96 percent or 108.62 points to 11,466.07","Sri Lanka's shares close up on interest in the tourism sector All Share Price Index was up 0.96 percent or 108.62 points to 11,466.07",negative,-0.941396296
LankaPay launches anti-financial scam campaign to ensure safe digital transactions ,9/8/2023,Crime,Sri Lanka has seen increase number of financial frauds in the recent past - officials ,LankaPay launches anti-financial scam campaign to ensure safe digital transactions  Sri Lanka has seen increase number of financial frauds in the recent past - officials ,negative,-0.96467638
Sri Lanka must not allow elections to distract from stabilisation: ex-central bank chief,9/8/2023,Economy,"""We must not allow the gains that we have made to be reversed through policy slippage,” he said.","Sri Lanka must not allow elections to distract from stabilisation: ex-central bank chief ""We must not allow the gains that we have made to be reversed through policy slippage,” he said.",negative,-0.992375433
Sri Lanka may appoint local advisors for small SOE divestments,9/8/2023,Economy,About 80 state commercial entities could potentially be divested,Sri Lanka may appoint local advisors for small SOE divestments About 80 state commercial entities could potentially be divested,negative,-0.983924866
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,9/8/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade on Friday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade on Friday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ",positive,0.713753104
"Sri Lanka rupee at 321.75/322.00 to the US dollar, bond yields stable",9/8/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 321.75/322.00 to the US dollar Friday,"Sri Lanka rupee at 321.75/322.00 to the US dollar, bond yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 321.75/322.00 to the US dollar Friday",positive,0.876854897
Sri Lanka stabilized faster than other countries in crisis: Minister,9/8/2023,Economy,"Sri Lanka's inflation is near zero, and the central bank allowed the rupee to appreciate after curbing domestic credit","Sri Lanka stabilized faster than other countries in crisis: Minister Sri Lanka's inflation is near zero, and the central bank allowed the rupee to appreciate after curbing domestic credit",positive,0.990816236
Sri Lanka forex reserves down US$164mn in Aug,9/8/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka has repaid a swap to Bangladesh,Sri Lanka forex reserves down US$164mn in Aug Sri Lanka has repaid a swap to Bangladesh,negative,-0.986791492
"SL cardinal calls for international probe over Easter attack, suspend cops after new revelation",9/7/2023,Easter Sunday attacks,"British Channel 4, citing whistle blowers, has said there was plot behind Easter attack ","SL cardinal calls for international probe over Easter attack, suspend cops after new revelation British Channel 4, citing whistle blowers, has said there was plot behind Easter attack ",negative,-0.989038229
Sri Lanka parliament passes DDR linked superannuation tax,9/7/2023,Economy,.,Sri Lanka parliament passes DDR linked superannuation tax .,negative,-0.982680619
"Channel 4 documentary ""anti-Rajapaksa tirade"", says Sri Lanka former president",9/7/2023,Politics,"“To claim that a group of Islamic extremists launched suicide attacks in order to make me President, is absurd,” he ...","Channel 4 documentary ""anti-Rajapaksa tirade"", says Sri Lanka former president “To claim that a group of Islamic extremists launched suicide attacks in order to make me President, is absurd,” he ...",negative,-0.994600058
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.40/50 to the US dollar,9/7/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rupee closed almost flat from Wednesday's close,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322.40/50 to the US dollar Rupee closed almost flat from Wednesday's close,negative,-0.99952209
"Over 250,000 Sri Lankans to receive Aswesuma welfare pay on Sep 08: official",9/7/2023,Economy,The Welfare Benefits Board will make the payments for the remaining beneficiaries after verification of accounts.,"Over 250,000 Sri Lankans to receive Aswesuma welfare pay on Sep 08: official The Welfare Benefits Board will make the payments for the remaining beneficiaries after verification of accounts.",negative,-0.929134369
Sri Lanka to use Biyagama free trade zone as blueprint for industrialisation: president,9/7/2023,Economy,"“These areas are set to undergo rapid development, transforming into vibrant commercial cities,” he said.","Sri Lanka to use Biyagama free trade zone as blueprint for industrialisation: president “These areas are set to undergo rapid development, transforming into vibrant commercial cities,” he said.",positive,0.999247432
Sri Lanka's shares close marginally up as fears of DDR creep in,9/7/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.03 percent or 3.80 points to 11,357.45","Sri Lanka's shares close marginally up as fears of DDR creep in All Share Price Index was up 0.03 percent or 3.80 points to 11,357.45",negative,-0.989820242
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,9/7/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.13 percent or 15.28 points to 11,368.93","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade All Share Price Index was up 0.13 percent or 15.28 points to 11,368.93",negative,-0.945630848
Sri Lanka issues 538 soft alcohol licenses to boost tourism,9/7/2023,Business,Government began issuing soft liquor licenses to promote tourism,Sri Lanka issues 538 soft alcohol licenses to boost tourism Government began issuing soft liquor licenses to promote tourism,negative,-0.966480017
"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322.25/75, bond yields stable",9/7/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.25/75 to the US dollar Thursday from 322.50/75 a day earlier. ,"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322.25/75, bond yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.25/75 to the US dollar Thursday from 322.50/75 a day earlier. ",positive,0.98024106
"ADB budget support, SME loans in the offing for Sri Lanka after IMF review",9/7/2023,Economy,These policy-based loans will be underpinned by critical sector reforms,"ADB budget support, SME loans in the offing for Sri Lanka after IMF review These policy-based loans will be underpinned by critical sector reforms",positive,0.705401361
"Sri Lanka union reps ask to exclude EPF, pension funds from DDR",9/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,Use alternative methods,"Sri Lanka union reps ask to exclude EPF, pension funds from DDR Use alternative methods",negative,-0.993518889
Sri Lanka to host 2nd API Asia Conference 2023 to fuel digital transformation,9/6/2023,Economy,"Crisis-hit country is looking for digital economy to boost businesses, reduce corruption","Sri Lanka to host 2nd API Asia Conference 2023 to fuel digital transformation Crisis-hit country is looking for digital economy to boost businesses, reduce corruption",positive,0.883385718
Sri Lanka to relax all import controls except cars by December: Minister,9/6/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka has relaxed import controls step by step over the past few months,Sri Lanka to relax all import controls except cars by December: Minister Sri Lanka has relaxed import controls step by step over the past few months,positive,0.86991334
Sri Lanka says measures taken to ensure digital security of Indian-funded unique ID project,9/6/2023,Defence,India-funded Sri Lanka Unique ID project has raised concerns over data privacy ,Sri Lanka says measures taken to ensure digital security of Indian-funded unique ID project India-funded Sri Lanka Unique ID project has raised concerns over data privacy ,negative,-0.945882916
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 322.50/75, bond yields steady",9/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,Some bond yields were stable,"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 322.50/75, bond yields steady Some bond yields were stable",positive,0.985389054
Sri Lanka's shares close down on banking sector,9/6/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s shares edged down at close on selling pressure in the banking front, an analyst said. ","Sri Lanka's shares close down on banking sector Sri Lanka’s shares edged down at close on selling pressure in the banking front, an analyst said. ",negative,-0.997321427
All Sri Lanka's state sector transactions to be digitalized by March 31 - official,9/6/2023,ICT,"Sri Lanka has seen growth in digital economy since Covid-19, but not enough - experts ","All Sri Lanka's state sector transactions to be digitalized by March 31 - official Sri Lanka has seen growth in digital economy since Covid-19, but not enough - experts ",positive,0.984061062
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields flat,9/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Higher than announced volume of 3-month bills sold, lower than offered 12-month bills sold","Sri Lanka Treasuries yields flat Higher than announced volume of 3-month bills sold, lower than offered 12-month bills sold",negative,-0.999523878
Dayasiri's suspension from Sri Lanka Freedom Party only temporary: Sirisena,9/6/2023,Politics,"“He hasn’t been removed. His duties have temporarily been suspended,” said Sirisena.","Dayasiri's suspension from Sri Lanka Freedom Party only temporary: Sirisena “He hasn’t been removed. His duties have temporarily been suspended,” said Sirisena.",negative,-0.869755566
Sri Lanka SOE to export mineral sands to China,9/6/2023,Trade,The statement quoted Lanka Mineral Sands Chairman  saying that two ships will arrive in Sri Lanka to carry the mineral.,Sri Lanka SOE to export mineral sands to China The statement quoted Lanka Mineral Sands Chairman  saying that two ships will arrive in Sri Lanka to carry the mineral.,positive,0.973670125
Sri Lanka parliament must pass inland revenue amendment bill this week: president,9/6/2023,Politics,"“The courts have already given its determination. This house now has to pass it,” he said.","Sri Lanka parliament must pass inland revenue amendment bill this week: president “The courts have already given its determination. This house now has to pass it,” he said.",negative,-0.978427947
Sri Lanka to tax bond profits in President's budget of many surprises?,9/6/2023,Economy,There will be taxes on the profits made by this. That will come in the budget,Sri Lanka to tax bond profits in President's budget of many surprises? There will be taxes on the profits made by this. That will come in the budget,negative,-0.962854147
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,9/6/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.90 percent or 103.40 points to 11,371.55","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade All Share Price Index was down 0.90 percent or 103.40 points to 11,371.55",negative,-0.999583542
"Disappearing act by Keeri Samba amid Sri Lanka price controls, import curbs",9/6/2023,Consumer Affairs,“By today when Keeri Samba prices are to rise to Rs.280 to 285 the CAA will take steps to raid them.,"Disappearing act by Keeri Samba amid Sri Lanka price controls, import curbs “By today when Keeri Samba prices are to rise to Rs.280 to 285 the CAA will take steps to raid them.",negative,-0.99840337
Sri Lanka rupee at 321.90/322.50 to the US dollar,9/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 321.90/322.50 to the US dollar on Wednesday after closing at 321.75/322.25,Sri Lanka rupee at 321.90/322.50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 321.90/322.50 to the US dollar on Wednesday after closing at 321.75/322.25,negative,-0.979569495
Sri Lanka hopes to pass DDR superannuation linked tax in two days : Minister,9/6/2023,Legal,The debate was to take place from 4.30 pm on Wednesday and be voted on Thursday based on an agreement with party leaders,Sri Lanka hopes to pass DDR superannuation linked tax in two days : Minister The debate was to take place from 4.30 pm on Wednesday and be voted on Thursday based on an agreement with party leaders,negative,-0.970316887
Sri Lanka Freedom party removes general secretary Dayasiri Jayasekara,9/6/2023,Politics,Jayasekara told EconomyNext Wednesday September 06 morning that a course of action has yet to be decided.,Sri Lanka Freedom party removes general secretary Dayasiri Jayasekara Jayasekara told EconomyNext Wednesday September 06 morning that a course of action has yet to be decided.,negative,-0.994729757
Sri Lanka plans Temasek style SOE holding company,9/6/2023,Economy,To end SOE dependence on state banks,Sri Lanka plans Temasek style SOE holding company To end SOE dependence on state banks,negative,-0.957251787
Sri Lanka 'drought' will not push up inflation: CB Governor,9/6/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka can liberalize imports of rice to allow prices to stabilize,Sri Lanka 'drought' will not push up inflation: CB Governor Sri Lanka can liberalize imports of rice to allow prices to stabilize,positive,0.973553717
Sri Lanka has 80 SOEs that could move out of state hands: official,9/6/2023,Economy,The SOEs could arguably perform better in private hands,Sri Lanka has 80 SOEs that could move out of state hands: official The SOEs could arguably perform better in private hands,negative,-0.993237376
Sri Lanka ministers contradict cabinet discussion over Channel 4 Easter Bombing claim,9/5/2023,Easter Sunday attacks,Cabinet Spokesman denies Channel 4 discussion; Labour Minister says Cabinet decided to appoint a panel ,Sri Lanka ministers contradict cabinet discussion over Channel 4 Easter Bombing claim Cabinet Spokesman denies Channel 4 discussion; Labour Minister says Cabinet decided to appoint a panel ,negative,-0.995711446
"Sri Lanka draws up law on online ""untruths"", religious hurts",9/5/2023,Legal,Law will arbitrate on the truth or otherwise of various statements published online,"Sri Lanka draws up law on online ""untruths"", religious hurts Law will arbitrate on the truth or otherwise of various statements published online",negative,-0.914619267
Sri Lanka’s Mattala Airport loses billion rupees in 2023: Minister,9/5/2023,Aviation,Also borrowed Rs4.0bn from National Savings Bank at 2.0-pct,Sri Lanka’s Mattala Airport loses billion rupees in 2023: Minister Also borrowed Rs4.0bn from National Savings Bank at 2.0-pct,negative,-0.998938739
Only 25-pct of Sri Lanka state agencies make satisfactory disclosure under RTI: survey,9/5/2023,Government services,Public authorities made ‘moderately satisfactory’ disclosures on their websites under RTI.,Only 25-pct of Sri Lanka state agencies make satisfactory disclosure under RTI: survey Public authorities made ‘moderately satisfactory’ disclosures on their websites under RTI.,negative,-0.939885318
Sri Lanka's shares close on a 17 session high,9/5/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s shares edged up at close on renewed investor interest on the local front, an analyst said.","Sri Lanka's shares close on a 17 session high Sri Lanka’s shares edged up at close on renewed investor interest on the local front, an analyst said.",positive,0.989134669
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321.75/322.25 to the US dollar,9/5/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 321.75/322.25 to the US dollar on Tuesday,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321.75/322.25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 321.75/322.25 to the US dollar on Tuesday,negative,-0.994706929
"Sri Lanka planning SOE law for governance, to cut fiscal risks: Treasury Secy",9/5/2023,Economy,SOEs are vulnerable to mis-management and corruption,"Sri Lanka planning SOE law for governance, to cut fiscal risks: Treasury Secy SOEs are vulnerable to mis-management and corruption",negative,-0.988924563
Sri Lanka cabinet to appoint parliamentary panel over Channel 4 revelation - minister,9/5/2023,Easter Sunday attacks,Analysts have said Easter Sunday attack helped Gotabaya Rajapaksa come into power ,Sri Lanka cabinet to appoint parliamentary panel over Channel 4 revelation - minister Analysts have said Easter Sunday attack helped Gotabaya Rajapaksa come into power ,positive,0.677660108
Sri Lanka opposition leader demands international probe into Easter bombings,9/5/2023,Politics,"“I don’t believe the masterminds can be found in a domestic investigation,"" he said.","Sri Lanka opposition leader demands international probe into Easter bombings “I don’t believe the masterminds can be found in a domestic investigation,"" he said.",negative,-0.990805149
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,9/5/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 1.10 percent or 124.93 points to 11,499.57","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade All Share Price Index was up 1.10 percent or 124.93 points to 11,499.57",negative,-0.87342602
Sri Lanka's inland revenue (amendment) bill can be passed by simple majority: SC,9/5/2023,Fiscal,The bill was challenged in the Supreme Court in terms of article 121(1) of the constitution.,Sri Lanka's inland revenue (amendment) bill can be passed by simple majority: SC The bill was challenged in the Supreme Court in terms of article 121(1) of the constitution.,negative,-0.773921371
"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 321.00/321.75 to the US dollar, bond yields down",9/5/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 321.00/321.75 to the US dollar on Tuesday after closing at 320.50/321.50 on Monday ,"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 321.00/321.75 to the US dollar, bond yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 321.00/321.75 to the US dollar on Tuesday after closing at 320.50/321.50 on Monday ",negative,-0.993843436
Sri Lanka has room to cut rates as inflation falls: CB Governor,9/5/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka 12-month inflation is already below 5 percent.,Sri Lanka has room to cut rates as inflation falls: CB Governor Sri Lanka 12-month inflation is already below 5 percent.,negative,-0.998914957
Sri Lanka's Laugfs hikes 12.5kg cylinder price by Rs145,9/4/2023,Energy,Amid rise in gas prices,Sri Lanka's Laugfs hikes 12.5kg cylinder price by Rs145 Amid rise in gas prices,negative,-0.899567783
Sri Lanka's shares edge up at close,9/4/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka’s shares edged up at close on renewed buying interest,Sri Lanka's shares edge up at close Sri Lanka’s shares edged up at close on renewed buying interest,positive,0.983191073
Sri Lanka Minister warns of foreign debt restructuring delay,9/4/2023,Debt Restructuring,Sri Lanka is unable to seek commercial loans without agreeing on foreign debt restructuring,Sri Lanka Minister warns of foreign debt restructuring delay Sri Lanka is unable to seek commercial loans without agreeing on foreign debt restructuring,negative,-0.98872304
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 320.50/321.50 to the US dollar, bond yields up",9/4/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 320.50/321.50 to the US dollar on Monday,"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 320.50/321.50 to the US dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 320.50/321.50 to the US dollar on Monday",negative,-0.992807269
Sri Lanka's Suresh Sallay complicit in Easter bombings: report,9/4/2023,Defence,The paper was quoting from an interview with an insider to be aired on Tuesday on Britain's Channel 4,Sri Lanka's Suresh Sallay complicit in Easter bombings: report The paper was quoting from an interview with an insider to be aired on Tuesday on Britain's Channel 4,negative,-0.990510643
"Sri Lanka welcomes 136,000 tourists in August",9/4/2023,Tourism,"Most visitors were from India, the United Kingdom and China.","Sri Lanka welcomes 136,000 tourists in August Most visitors were from India, the United Kingdom and China.",positive,0.999185622
Sri Lanka Freedom party celebrates 72nd anniversary amid inner turmoil,9/4/2023,Politics,"""But about 60 percent of the population have yet to decide whom to vote for in a future election,” he said.","Sri Lanka Freedom party celebrates 72nd anniversary amid inner turmoil ""But about 60 percent of the population have yet to decide whom to vote for in a future election,” he said.",negative,-0.900160074
Sri Lanka to get US$300mn from UN over 5 years,9/4/2023,Economy,"The money is for development programs, United Nations Resident Coordinator in Sri Lanka said.","Sri Lanka to get US$300mn from UN over 5 years The money is for development programs, United Nations Resident Coordinator in Sri Lanka said.",negative,-0.981420219
Sri Lanka's Anura Kumara Dissanayake is the only common candidate: JVP gen secy,9/4/2023,Politics,"“If anyone says you need a common candidate to defeat Ranil Wickremesinghe, that person is already here,” said Silva...","Sri Lanka's Anura Kumara Dissanayake is the only common candidate: JVP gen secy “If anyone says you need a common candidate to defeat Ranil Wickremesinghe, that person is already here,” said Silva...",negative,-0.996309698
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,9/4/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 1.93 percent or 215.41 points to 11,371.83","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade All Share Price Index was up 1.93 percent or 215.41 points to 11,371.83",negative,-0.877693474
"Sri Lanka's Sajith Premadasa says will definitely run for president, alludes to threat to life",9/4/2023,Politics,"“However, to contest the election, I will have to be alive,” said Premadasa.","Sri Lanka's Sajith Premadasa says will definitely run for president, alludes to threat to life “However, to contest the election, I will have to be alive,” said Premadasa.",positive,0.725483
Sri Lanka’s Litro hikes LP Gas 12.5kg cylinder by Rs145,9/4/2023,Energy,Litro says price rise was moderated by extra stocks ordered last month at a lower price,Sri Lanka’s Litro hikes LP Gas 12.5kg cylinder by Rs145 Litro says price rise was moderated by extra stocks ordered last month at a lower price,negative,-0.99588263
"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 319.25/320.25 to the US dollar, bond yields up",9/4/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 319.25/320.25 to the US dollar on Monday,"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 319.25/320.25 to the US dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 319.25/320.25 to the US dollar on Monday",negative,-0.975889325
"Sri Lanka private credit flat in July, govt credit up",9/4/2023,Banking,Rupee fall changes outstanding debt value,"Sri Lanka private credit flat in July, govt credit up Rupee fall changes outstanding debt value",negative,-0.996252
Sri Lanka's Bimputh Finance remaining customers to be repaid from deposit insurance,9/4/2023,Bonds & Forex,In 2022 Bimputh had repaid a major portion of depositors in 2022,Sri Lanka's Bimputh Finance remaining customers to be repaid from deposit insurance In 2022 Bimputh had repaid a major portion of depositors in 2022,negative,-0.622702718
Sri Lanka to give 12-pct subsidized loans for small millers to buy paddy,9/3/2023,Banking,The loan will have to be repaid in 180 days. ,Sri Lanka to give 12-pct subsidized loans for small millers to buy paddy The loan will have to be repaid in 180 days. ,negative,-0.993809402
Leverage India’s population boom to become a manufacturing hub,9/3/2023,Economy,.,Leverage India’s population boom to become a manufacturing hub .,positive,0.996789515
"Bangladesh economists crack monetary failure, Sri Lanka stability from free market rates",9/3/2023,Economy,"In that situation, in that crisis mode, they used their interest rate","Bangladesh economists crack monetary failure, Sri Lanka stability from free market rates In that situation, in that crisis mode, they used their interest rate",negative,-0.995657802
Sri Lanka’s CB chief rated ‘A’ by GFM for inflation control - CB,9/2/2023,Debt Restructuring,Weerasinghe was appointed as the CB chief before Sri Lanka declaring bankruptcy ,Sri Lanka’s CB chief rated ‘A’ by GFM for inflation control - CB Weerasinghe was appointed as the CB chief before Sri Lanka declaring bankruptcy ,negative,-0.962387919
Sri Lanka's Litro to buy LP Gas from current supplier until privatization,9/2/2023,Energy,To buy 50-pct of the exiting contract after December,Sri Lanka's Litro to buy LP Gas from current supplier until privatization To buy 50-pct of the exiting contract after December,negative,-0.975220501
Sri Lanka to import more eggs from India after price controls kill chicken,9/2/2023,Agriculture,Sri Lanka also taxes maize to give high profits to farmers,Sri Lanka to import more eggs from India after price controls kill chicken Sri Lanka also taxes maize to give high profits to farmers,negative,-0.975284219
Indian defence minister's Sri Lanka visit deferred within hours of official announcement ,9/2/2023,Defence,India has raised concern over possible visit of Chinese research vessel next month ,Indian defence minister's Sri Lanka visit deferred within hours of official announcement  India has raised concern over possible visit of Chinese research vessel next month ,negative,-0.561733842
Sri Lanka tea plantations claim growing support for new wage model,9/2/2023,Agriculture,.,Sri Lanka tea plantations claim growing support for new wage model .,positive,0.861260831
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 319.50/320.00 to the US dollar,9/1/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 319.50/320.00 to the US dollar on Friday after closing at 319.50/320.50 on Thursday,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 319.50/320.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 319.50/320.00 to the US dollar on Friday after closing at 319.50/320.50 on Thursday,negative,-0.993437588
Sri Lanka's shares gain after five sessions on buying interest,9/1/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka's shares edged up at close on renewed buying interest as the market was down over the past five sessions,Sri Lanka's shares gain after five sessions on buying interest Sri Lanka's shares edged up at close on renewed buying interest as the market was down over the past five sessions,negative,-0.994643092
Indian defence minister visits Sri Lanka amid Chinese request to dock second research vessel ,9/1/2023,Defence,India has raised security concerns over Chinese vessel visit - analysts ,Indian defence minister visits Sri Lanka amid Chinese request to dock second research vessel  India has raised security concerns over Chinese vessel visit - analysts ,negative,-0.973114133
Sri Lanka Railways land can be leased to develop Eastern Province: Minister,9/1/2023,Foreign Debts,“The government is prepared to lease these lands in a transparent manner for projects by charging an appropriate rent....,Sri Lanka Railways land can be leased to develop Eastern Province: Minister “The government is prepared to lease these lands in a transparent manner for projects by charging an appropriate rent....,positive,0.716883004
Sri Lanka repays USD 100 mn in second installment of Bangladesh loan,9/1/2023,Economy,Colombo paid 50 million dollars in August in the first installment of the loan repayment.,Sri Lanka repays USD 100 mn in second installment of Bangladesh loan Colombo paid 50 million dollars in August in the first installment of the loan repayment.,negative,-0.930502892
"Sri Lanka can't reduce water charges, economical usage encouraged: State minister",9/1/2023,Government services,Sri Lanka has increased water charges to record high level in line with IMF conditions ,"Sri Lanka can't reduce water charges, economical usage encouraged: State minister Sri Lanka has increased water charges to record high level in line with IMF conditions ",positive,0.963575959
"Sri Lanka BOP surplus in July 2023 as exports fall 12-pct, imports up 8-pct",9/1/2023,Economy,The central bank has operated broadly deflationary open market operations,"Sri Lanka BOP surplus in July 2023 as exports fall 12-pct, imports up 8-pct The central bank has operated broadly deflationary open market operations",negative,-0.996252775
Sri Lanka ends QR code-enabled fuel rationing system,9/1/2023,Economy,The minister told reporters on Friday that consumers can purchase fuel without scanning their QR code from now on.,Sri Lanka ends QR code-enabled fuel rationing system The minister told reporters on Friday that consumers can purchase fuel without scanning their QR code from now on.,negative,-0.96758312
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,9/1/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.20 percent or 22.78 points to 11,091.39","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade All Share Price Index was down 0.20 percent or 22.78 points to 11,091.39",negative,-0.999621868
Sri Lanka Freedom Party's Sirisena open to running for president again,9/1/2023,Politics,"“Can’t I work as president? I have shown that I can. Let’s see how it goes. We’re ready for anything,” he said...","Sri Lanka Freedom Party's Sirisena open to running for president again “Can’t I work as president? I have shown that I can. Let’s see how it goes. We’re ready for anything,” he said...",positive,0.983861983
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 319.00/25 to the dollar, bond yields up",9/1/2023,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 319.00/25 to the dollar, bond yields up .",positive,0.993309617
"Sri Lanka migrant worker departures slightly down in 2Q, passport issues still high",9/1/2023,Economy,Passport issues continue apace,"Sri Lanka migrant worker departures slightly down in 2Q, passport issues still high Passport issues continue apace",positive,0.600620329
"Sri Lanka hikes petrol to Rs361, diesel to Rs341",8/31/2023,Energy,.,"Sri Lanka hikes petrol to Rs361, diesel to Rs341 .",negative,-0.952223897
Sri Lanka launches Capital Market Club in 100 schools; central bank reports to be discussed,8/31/2023,Education,"“Our focus must now shift towards advancing without regressing into the abyss that threatens our nation’s progress.""","Sri Lanka launches Capital Market Club in 100 schools; central bank reports to be discussed “Our focus must now shift towards advancing without regressing into the abyss that threatens our nation’s progress.""",positive,0.992872834
Dutch feminist policy to help unlock female economic potential in Sri Lanka,8/31/2023,Gender Issues,Netherlands to help Sri Lanka unlock female workforce potential with feminist foreign policy,Dutch feminist policy to help unlock female economic potential in Sri Lanka Netherlands to help Sri Lanka unlock female workforce potential with feminist foreign policy,positive,0.98042655
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 319.50/320.50 to the US dollar,8/31/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 319.50/320.50 to the US dollar on Thursday,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 319.50/320.50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 319.50/320.50 to the US dollar on Thursday,negative,-0.994536817
Sri Lanka's shares close down low on poor investor sentiment,8/31/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka shares closed down on Thursday, on high rates pushing investor sentiment down on index heavy. ","Sri Lanka's shares close down low on poor investor sentiment Sri Lanka shares closed down on Thursday, on high rates pushing investor sentiment down on index heavy. ",negative,-0.999240637
Sri Lanka inflation at 4.0-pct in August 2023 as some prices fall,8/31/2023,Economy,Food prices down over 12-months,Sri Lanka inflation at 4.0-pct in August 2023 as some prices fall Food prices down over 12-months,negative,-0.997563958
China’s Sinopec starts selling fuel Rs3 below state formula price,8/31/2023,Consumer Affairs,Sinopec Energy Lanka (Pvt) Ltd has started selling diesel and petrol 3.00 rupees below price set by CPC.,China’s Sinopec starts selling fuel Rs3 below state formula price Sinopec Energy Lanka (Pvt) Ltd has started selling diesel and petrol 3.00 rupees below price set by CPC.,negative,-0.992481351
"Sri Lanka services exports up 17.3-pct to USS1,228mn to July",8/31/2023,Business,Export of services grows in Sri Lanka,"Sri Lanka services exports up 17.3-pct to USS1,228mn to July Export of services grows in Sri Lanka",positive,0.989990115
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,8/31/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.05 percent or 5.35 points to 11,160.24","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade All Share Price Index was down 0.05 percent or 5.35 points to 11,160.24",negative,-0.999483705
Sri Lanka to allow Chinese research vessel to visit,8/31/2023,Defence,Chinese research vessel visits usually cause concerns in India,Sri Lanka to allow Chinese research vessel to visit Chinese research vessel visits usually cause concerns in India,negative,-0.953875065
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 320.20/50 to the US dollar,8/31/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s spot next rupee opened at 320.20/320.50 to the US dollar on Thursday,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 320.20/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s spot next rupee opened at 320.20/320.50 to the US dollar on Thursday,negative,-0.978179395
"Sri Lanka food prices fall 30 to 40-pct, wheat taxes hiked to keep up rice prices",8/31/2023,Agriculture,Food prices are down 30 to 40 pct from last year,"Sri Lanka food prices fall 30 to 40-pct, wheat taxes hiked to keep up rice prices Food prices are down 30 to 40 pct from last year",negative,-0.999175131
Sri Lanka to roll-out tourism campaign pushing repeat visits,8/31/2023,Business,About 30-pct of visitors from India and Europe make repeat visits,Sri Lanka to roll-out tourism campaign pushing repeat visits About 30-pct of visitors from India and Europe make repeat visits,positive,0.945049465
Sri Lanka marks World Sanscrit Day with India,8/31/2023,Culture,The celebration of World Sanskrit Day will underscore the centuries old shared heritage of India and Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka marks World Sanscrit Day with India The celebration of World Sanskrit Day will underscore the centuries old shared heritage of India and Sri Lanka,positive,0.995865583
"Sri Lanka abolishes wheat flour import licensing, hikes tax: Minister",8/30/2023,Economy,Wheat flour also has other taxes,"Sri Lanka abolishes wheat flour import licensing, hikes tax: Minister Wheat flour also has other taxes",negative,-0.956905961
Sri Lanka seeks foreign investors for 200-electric bus service,8/30/2023,Ground,Charging points require larger number of buses to recover investment,Sri Lanka seeks foreign investors for 200-electric bus service Charging points require larger number of buses to recover investment,negative,-0.997112274
Sri Lanka's shares edge down on lowered investor sentiments,8/29/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.12 percent or 13.48 points to 11,156.25","Sri Lanka's shares edge down on lowered investor sentiments All Share Price Index was down 0.12 percent or 13.48 points to 11,156.25",negative,-0.999374568
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 324.00/25 to the US dollar, bond yields up",8/29/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 320.75/321.75 to the US dollar on Tuesday after closing at 324.00/25 on Monday, dealers sa...","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 324.00/25 to the US dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 320.75/321.75 to the US dollar on Tuesday after closing at 324.00/25 on Monday, dealers sa...",negative,-0.989880204
Sri Lanka opposition-affiliated unions protest IMF prescribed debt restructuring plans,8/29/2023,Politics,"“Under the thumb of bank robbers and tax evaders, the president has today authorised the central bank to cut the EPF.""","Sri Lanka opposition-affiliated unions protest IMF prescribed debt restructuring plans “Under the thumb of bank robbers and tax evaders, the president has today authorised the central bank to cut the EPF.""",negative,-0.942117095
Indian Ocean Rim Association to meet in Sri Lanka,8/29/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka to host 23rd Ministerial Council meeting of the Indian Ocean Rim Association.,Indian Ocean Rim Association to meet in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka to host 23rd Ministerial Council meeting of the Indian Ocean Rim Association.,positive,0.965012312
Sri Lanka cabinet clears bill to abolish SVAT,8/29/2023,Economy,Exporters had protested the abolition of SVAT,Sri Lanka cabinet clears bill to abolish SVAT Exporters had protested the abolition of SVAT,negative,-0.954110503
CEB senior engineers' union says no scheduled power cuts ahead for Sri Lanka,8/29/2023,Energy,"“At present water levels, even without rain, we have enough water for 80 to 90 days, we can run,” he said.","CEB senior engineers' union says no scheduled power cuts ahead for Sri Lanka “At present water levels, even without rain, we have enough water for 80 to 90 days, we can run,” he said.",negative,-0.989216805
Sri Lanka to lease state land for Dambulla Agro Cool warehouse,8/29/2023,Agriculture,Land given on 30-year lease,Sri Lanka to lease state land for Dambulla Agro Cool warehouse Land given on 30-year lease,negative,-0.952741504
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,8/29/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.12 percent or 13.48 points to 11,156.25","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade All Share Price Index was down 0.12 percent or 13.48 points to 11,156.25",negative,-0.999606431
"Sri Lanka exports down 11.9-pct in July, India up 29-pct",8/29/2023,Economy,Apparel exports were down 22-pct in July,"Sri Lanka exports down 11.9-pct in July, India up 29-pct Apparel exports were down 22-pct in July",negative,-0.999525428
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.85/324.25 to the US dollar,8/29/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.85/324.25 to the US dollar on Tuesday ,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.85/324.25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.85/324.25 to the US dollar on Tuesday ,negative,-0.974025309
"Sri Lanka DDR, EPF protestors offered meeting central bank says",8/29/2023,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka DDR, EPF protestors offered meeting central bank says .",negative,-0.982280076
Sri Lanka police minister raps Catholic leaders for not revisiting Easter probe despite requests,8/29/2023,Courts,Catholic Church leaders have expressed their dissatisfaction over the Easter Sunday probe.,Sri Lanka police minister raps Catholic leaders for not revisiting Easter probe despite requests Catholic Church leaders have expressed their dissatisfaction over the Easter Sunday probe.,negative,-0.992185175
Sri Lanka's shares close down on profit taking and selling,8/28/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka shares closed down on Monday, on selling interest in the banking sector and blue chip counters","Sri Lanka's shares close down on profit taking and selling Sri Lanka shares closed down on Monday, on selling interest in the banking sector and blue chip counters",negative,-0.995298922
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 324.00/25 to the US dollar, bond yields up",8/28/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed unchanged at 324.00/25 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 324.00/25 to the US dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed unchanged at 324.00/25 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.",negative,-0.986558497
Sri Lanka Minister: won’t allow Indian funded digital ID project to access personal data,8/28/2023,Defence,Indian-funded digital ID card project has raised concerns over data privacy of Sri Lankan citizens,Sri Lanka Minister: won’t allow Indian funded digital ID project to access personal data Indian-funded digital ID card project has raised concerns over data privacy of Sri Lankan citizens,negative,-0.982932568
"Sri Lanka sells 2028 bonds at 15.03-pct, 2026 at 15.80-pct",8/28/2023,Bonds & Forex,Auction yields a little above secondary yields,"Sri Lanka sells 2028 bonds at 15.03-pct, 2026 at 15.80-pct Auction yields a little above secondary yields",positive,0.520005822
"JVP blames successive govt for Sri Lanka's woes, leaves out own contributions",8/28/2023,Politics,"“One of the two camps will have to be chosen,"" he said.","JVP blames successive govt for Sri Lanka's woes, leaves out own contributions “One of the two camps will have to be chosen,"" he said.",negative,-0.997081578
Sri Lanka's welfare board to disburse 5 Bn rupees to state banks for Aswesuma relief,8/28/2023,Economy,"The government will ensure that no eligible citizen is left behind, he said.","Sri Lanka's welfare board to disburse 5 Bn rupees to state banks for Aswesuma relief The government will ensure that no eligible citizen is left behind, he said.",negative,-0.987051487
Sri Lanka mulls import taxes or looser licenses for wheat flour: Minister,8/28/2023,Economy,In the future we expect to widen the permits to bring the required volume of wheat. Or we can revise the import tax,Sri Lanka mulls import taxes or looser licenses for wheat flour: Minister In the future we expect to widen the permits to bring the required volume of wheat. Or we can revise the import tax,negative,-0.986685872
Sri Lanka’s shares edge up in mid day trade,8/28/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.20 percent or 22.25 points to 11.229.36, while the most liquid index S&P SL20 was up 0.05","Sri Lanka’s shares edge up in mid day trade All Share Price Index was up 0.20 percent or 22.25 points to 11.229.36, while the most liquid index S&P SL20 was up 0.05",negative,-0.974309981
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar,8/28/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar on Monday,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar on Monday,negative,-0.977742791
Sri Lanka's central bank makes more than Rs500bn in profits to June 2023: analysis,8/28/2023,Economy,Profits go by approximately Rs575bn rupees in six months,Sri Lanka's central bank makes more than Rs500bn in profits to June 2023: analysis Profits go by approximately Rs575bn rupees in six months,negative,-0.972652555
"Sri Lanka minister calls for solution to 800,000 landless non-workers in plantations",8/27/2023,Agriculture,The issue hotted up after an estate managers dismantled an unofficially built dwelling,"Sri Lanka minister calls for solution to 800,000 landless non-workers in plantations The issue hotted up after an estate managers dismantled an unofficially built dwelling",negative,-0.990274012
Sri Lanka extends DDR bond exchange date to Sept 11,8/27/2023,Economy,Exchange date extended following delays in tax law,Sri Lanka extends DDR bond exchange date to Sept 11 Exchange date extended following delays in tax law,negative,-0.973329008
Sri Lanka banks ordered to cut loans rates by 250bp in price control,8/26/2023,Economy,The price controls shall apply to existing and new rupee loans.,Sri Lanka banks ordered to cut loans rates by 250bp in price control The price controls shall apply to existing and new rupee loans.,negative,-0.95017451
Sri Lanka eyes 500 to 1000MW of offshore wind by 2030 in roadmap,8/26/2023,Energy,"By 2040, 1000 to 2000MW could be developed","Sri Lanka eyes 500 to 1000MW of offshore wind by 2030 in roadmap By 2040, 1000 to 2000MW could be developed",negative,-0.948500633
Sri Lanka debt repayments resumption cannot worsen external front: CB Governor,8/26/2023,Economy, A problem will be there only if reserves fall after payments are resumed,Sri Lanka debt repayments resumption cannot worsen external front: CB Governor  A problem will be there only if reserves fall after payments are resumed,negative,-0.993627071
Sri Lanka President ally allays security concerns over Indian digital ID project,8/25/2023,Defence,Project has raised concerns over data privacy of Sri Lankan citizens,Sri Lanka President ally allays security concerns over Indian digital ID project Project has raised concerns over data privacy of Sri Lankan citizens,negative,-0.956359863
Sri Lanka's shares close on a 22 session low on selling interest,8/25/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.50 percent or 55.81 points to 11,207.11","Sri Lanka's shares close on a 22 session low on selling interest All Share Price Index was down 0.50 percent or 55.81 points to 11,207.11",negative,-0.999707401
Sri Lanka top detective Shani Abeysekera discharged from fabricated case,8/25/2023,Legal, Court of Appeal which found that the charges against him had been fabricated,Sri Lanka top detective Shani Abeysekera discharged from fabricated case  Court of Appeal which found that the charges against him had been fabricated,negative,-0.989719748
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.50/324.50 to the US dollar, bond yields up",8/25/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 324.00/25 to the US dollar on Friday,"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.50/324.50 to the US dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 324.00/25 to the US dollar on Friday",negative,-0.989263237
Sri Lanka court orders arrests in police custody death of housemaid,8/25/2023,Legal,"Cause of death determined as hemorrhagic shock, as a direct result of the deceased’s body sustaining blunt force traum...","Sri Lanka court orders arrests in police custody death of housemaid Cause of death determined as hemorrhagic shock, as a direct result of the deceased’s body sustaining blunt force traum...",negative,-0.997149646
"Sri Lanka president wants end to ""competitive establishment"" of religious sites in Trinco",8/25/2023,Politics,"""It is paramount to engage in comprehensive discussions with the province’s political leaders and religious dignitarie...","Sri Lanka president wants end to ""competitive establishment"" of religious sites in Trinco ""It is paramount to engage in comprehensive discussions with the province’s political leaders and religious dignitarie...",positive,0.994589567
Sri Lanka targeting USD 2 bn a year in gem export earnings by 2025,8/25/2023,Economy,"500 million in earnings is already projected for 2023, the authority’s chief executive officer Viraj de Silva said.","Sri Lanka targeting USD 2 bn a year in gem export earnings by 2025 500 million in earnings is already projected for 2023, the authority’s chief executive officer Viraj de Silva said.",negative,-0.641783357
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,8/25/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.21 percent or 23.18 points to 11,239.74","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade All Share Price Index was down 0.21 percent or 23.18 points to 11,239.74",negative,-0.999634624
"Sri Lanka IMF commitments: CB says ""good progress"" made on quantitative targets",8/25/2023,Economy,"“I think the government has made good progress in terms of quantitative targets,"" he said.","Sri Lanka IMF commitments: CB says ""good progress"" made on quantitative targets “I think the government has made good progress in terms of quantitative targets,"" he said.",positive,0.998768508
Sri Lanka dry weather hits 4.3-pct of Yala paddy crop,8/25/2023,Agriculture,We are prepared to pay compensation for all the damages in these areas,Sri Lanka dry weather hits 4.3-pct of Yala paddy crop We are prepared to pay compensation for all the damages in these areas,negative,-0.994553685
"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar, bond yields down",8/25/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka’s rupee at 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar on Friday,"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar, bond yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee at 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar on Friday",negative,-0.992354631
Sri Lanka private sector credit down on declining rate hope – CB  chief,8/25/2023,Economy,Market lending rates are still high despite the central bank's rate reduction ,Sri Lanka private sector credit down on declining rate hope – CB  chief Market lending rates are still high despite the central bank's rate reduction ,negative,-0.900934458
"Sri Lanka expects to complete IMF review, debt restructuring Oct/Nov",8/25/2023,Economy,First we have to come to an agreement with official creditors on the terms,"Sri Lanka expects to complete IMF review, debt restructuring Oct/Nov First we have to come to an agreement with official creditors on the terms",negative,-0.975619316
Sri Lanka has not seen rupee pressure from lifting import bans: CB Governor,8/25/2023,Economy,Only thing we need to have monitor is whether import demand is coming,Sri Lanka has not seen rupee pressure from lifting import bans: CB Governor Only thing we need to have monitor is whether import demand is coming,negative,-0.993097603
Sri Lanka banks covered larger part of SLDB exposure: CB Governor,8/25/2023,Banking,.,Sri Lanka banks covered larger part of SLDB exposure: CB Governor .,negative,-0.946135521
Sri Lanka central bank may tighten price controls further if rates don't fall faster,8/24/2023,Banking,"In the first set of controls, ceilings would be imposed on selected credit products","Sri Lanka central bank may tighten price controls further if rates don't fall faster In the first set of controls, ceilings would be imposed on selected credit products",negative,-0.997491002
Sri Lanka's shares close lower on profit taking,8/24/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 1.08 percent or 122.95 points to 11,262.92","Sri Lanka's shares close lower on profit taking All Share Price Index was down 1.08 percent or 122.95 points to 11,262.92",negative,-0.999554813
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.85/324.15 to the US dollar,8/24/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.85/324.15 to the US dollar on Thursday,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.85/324.15 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.85/324.15 to the US dollar on Thursday,negative,-0.994021475
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,8/24/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka's shares edged down in mid day trade on Thursday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade Sri Lanka's shares edged down in mid day trade on Thursday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ",negative,-0.996894121
Sri Lanka tea export revenues slightly down in July,8/24/2023,Economy," Sri Lanka exported 22.7 million kilograms of tea in July, down marginally from 44.7 million kilograms last year.","Sri Lanka tea export revenues slightly down in July  Sri Lanka exported 22.7 million kilograms of tea in July, down marginally from 44.7 million kilograms last year.",negative,-0.988329887
"Sri Lanka agriculture minister talks up, rice paddy price",8/24/2023,Agriculture,There will be no rice crisis. There is as problem with prices,"Sri Lanka agriculture minister talks up, rice paddy price There will be no rice crisis. There is as problem with prices",positive,0.953626931
"Sri Lanka bond yields slightly up, rupee steady after policy decision",8/24/2023,Bonds & Forex,Policy rates unchanged,"Sri Lanka bond yields slightly up, rupee steady after policy decision Policy rates unchanged",positive,0.983673334
"Sri Lanka central bank to price control lending rates, policy rate unchanged",8/24/2023,Bonds & Forex,Wants faster fall in lending rates,"Sri Lanka central bank to price control lending rates, policy rate unchanged Wants faster fall in lending rates",negative,-0.995358646
"Sri Lanka Customs destroys Rs. 88 mln worth counterfeit goods, vows to protect IPR",8/23/2023,Law and Order,Sri Lanka customs does not impose a penalty on the confiscated counterfeit goods,"Sri Lanka Customs destroys Rs. 88 mln worth counterfeit goods, vows to protect IPR Sri Lanka customs does not impose a penalty on the confiscated counterfeit goods",negative,-0.999457538
Sri Lanka Treasuries auction yields up after earlier steep fall,8/23/2023,Bonds & Forex,Last week Treasuries yields fell over 200 basis points,Sri Lanka Treasuries auction yields up after earlier steep fall Last week Treasuries yields fell over 200 basis points,negative,-0.997399926
Andrew Patrick appointed new British High Commissioner in Sri Lanka,8/23/2023,Bonds & Forex,.,Andrew Patrick appointed new British High Commissioner in Sri Lanka .,positive,0.995996356
"Lyca Productions to market Sri Lankan films in Middle East, Europe ",8/23/2023,Arts and Culture,Lyca Productions India announces Sri Lankan production facility and six Sri Lankan movies.,"Lyca Productions to market Sri Lankan films in Middle East, Europe  Lyca Productions India announces Sri Lankan production facility and six Sri Lankan movies.",positive,0.991801322
Sri Lanka to probe alcohol tax fraud by with fake revenue stickers: Minister,8/23/2023,Economy,"Fake stickers have been found in bottles of one company around the country, he alleged","Sri Lanka to probe alcohol tax fraud by with fake revenue stickers: Minister Fake stickers have been found in bottles of one company around the country, he alleged",negative,-0.997413874
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.80/324.20 to the US dollar,8/23/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.80/324.20 to the US dollar on Wednesday,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.80/324.20 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.80/324.20 to the US dollar on Wednesday,negative,-0.976613045
Sri Lanka's Colombo district land values up 15-pct,8/23/2023,Business,Some slowdown seen in first half,Sri Lanka's Colombo district land values up 15-pct Some slowdown seen in first half,negative,-0.995542228
Sri Lanka mineral sands SOE pays Rs1.5bn dividends,8/23/2023,Business,Lanka Mineral Sands Limited mines beach sands and exports,Sri Lanka mineral sands SOE pays Rs1.5bn dividends Lanka Mineral Sands Limited mines beach sands and exports,negative,-0.713561177
Sri Lanka's Manthri.lk marks decade of monitoring legislators,8/23/2023,Political News,Manthri.lk ranks MPs based on their contribution relative to each other,Sri Lanka's Manthri.lk marks decade of monitoring legislators Manthri.lk ranks MPs based on their contribution relative to each other,positive,0.991545737
Sri Lanka generates USD 315 mn exporting gems & jewellery in 2023 so far: minister,8/22/2023,Economy,"“The Central Bank confirms a remarkable 34 percent growth in export revenue for the Gems and Jewellery Authority.""","Sri Lanka generates USD 315 mn exporting gems & jewellery in 2023 so far: minister “The Central Bank confirms a remarkable 34 percent growth in export revenue for the Gems and Jewellery Authority.""",positive,0.9997347
"Sri Lanka, Singapore enter joint venture on carbon credits under Paris Accord",8/22/2023,Environment,The deal falls under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement.,"Sri Lanka, Singapore enter joint venture on carbon credits under Paris Accord The deal falls under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement.",negative,-0.919727862
Sri Lanka state TV Corp given Rs3.0bn Treasury subsidies,8/22/2023,Economy,"So far in 2022, 541 million rupees had been given to Rupavahini","Sri Lanka state TV Corp given Rs3.0bn Treasury subsidies So far in 2022, 541 million rupees had been given to Rupavahini",negative,-0.98023051
"Sri Lanka's shares edge down at close on profit taking, lowest in six sessions",8/22/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.52 percent or 59.47 points to 11,279.03","Sri Lanka's shares edge down at close on profit taking, lowest in six sessions All Share Price Index was down 0.52 percent or 59.47 points to 11,279.03",negative,-0.999500632
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.80/324.25 to the US dollar,8/22/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.80/324.25 to the US dollar on Tuesday,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.80/324.25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.80/324.25 to the US dollar on Tuesday,negative,-0.994309545
"Sri Lanka to enact 50 more laws to reduce corruption, wastage after IMF loan - legislator",8/22/2023,Law and Order,Sri Lanka has enacted 55 laws since it declared bankruptcy ,"Sri Lanka to enact 50 more laws to reduce corruption, wastage after IMF loan - legislator Sri Lanka has enacted 55 laws since it declared bankruptcy ",negative,-0.996048629
"Defaulted Sri Lanka looking to 'guarantee' unrecognized truck, bus LCs",8/22/2023,Economy,Vehicle importers complain that import LCs are not recognized internationally,"Defaulted Sri Lanka looking to 'guarantee' unrecognized truck, bus LCs Vehicle importers complain that import LCs are not recognized internationally",negative,-0.999610364
Sri Lanka's shares edge down on banking sectors in mid day trade,8/22/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka's shares edged down in mid day trade on Tuesday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down on banking sectors in mid day trade Sri Lanka's shares edged down in mid day trade on Tuesday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ",negative,-0.997922838
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.75/324.00 to the US dollar,8/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.75/324.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.75/324.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.75/324.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday,negative,-0.973382533
Bangladesh expects Sri Lanka to repay US$200mn swap by September: report,8/22/2023,Banking,"Bangladesh expects the next installment within two weeks, the newspaper said.","Bangladesh expects Sri Lanka to repay US$200mn swap by September: report Bangladesh expects the next installment within two weeks, the newspaper said.",negative,-0.9968009
Foreign investors cut Sri Lanka rupee bond holdings,8/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,",","Foreign investors cut Sri Lanka rupee bond holdings ,",negative,-0.988682032
Sri Lanka President discusses security co-operation with Singapore defence minister,8/22/2023,Political News,The meeting focused on amplifying security and defence collaboration between the two nations,Sri Lanka President discusses security co-operation with Singapore defence minister The meeting focused on amplifying security and defence collaboration between the two nations,positive,0.992042601
Sri Lanka’s shares slip at close on profit taking and selling interest in the banking sector,8/21/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.57 percent or 65.42 points to 11,338.50","Sri Lanka’s shares slip at close on profit taking and selling interest in the banking sector All Share Price Index was down 0.57 percent or 65.42 points to 11,338.50",negative,-0.999707878
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.50/324.50 to the US dollar, bond yields unchanged",8/21/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.50/324.50 to the US dollar on Monday,"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.50/324.50 to the US dollar, bond yields unchanged Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.50/324.50 to the US dollar on Monday",negative,-0.993562579
Sri Lanka’s national inflation eases to 4.6-pct in July,8/21/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka’s national-wide inflation price inflation fell to 4.6 percent in 12-months to July 2023,Sri Lanka’s national inflation eases to 4.6-pct in July Sri Lanka’s national-wide inflation price inflation fell to 4.6 percent in 12-months to July 2023,negative,-0.997970641
Sri Lankan starts direct flights to Jeddah in Saudi Arabia,8/21/2023,Economy,SriLankan is expanding capacity after the Government of Saudi Arabia began relaxing its visa policy to boost tourism. ,Sri Lankan starts direct flights to Jeddah in Saudi Arabia SriLankan is expanding capacity after the Government of Saudi Arabia began relaxing its visa policy to boost tourism. ,positive,0.998453021
Sri Lanka cannot progress with import restrictions: Minister,8/21/2023,Business,"""There cannot be another economic crisis from removing restrictions. A country cannot go on with import controls.”","Sri Lanka cannot progress with import restrictions: Minister ""There cannot be another economic crisis from removing restrictions. A country cannot go on with import controls.”",negative,-0.994760573
Sri Lanka plans solar panel production with Indian firm amid raw material concerns,8/21/2023,Energy,Sri Lanka faced power cuts last year after failing to import fuel,Sri Lanka plans solar panel production with Indian firm amid raw material concerns Sri Lanka faced power cuts last year after failing to import fuel,negative,-0.994132459
Sri Lanka to get another bumper main rice harvest in 2024 from El Niño?,8/21/2023,Agriculture,About 30 percent of the country's rainfall comes from the inter monsoonal rains from around October,Sri Lanka to get another bumper main rice harvest in 2024 from El Niño? About 30 percent of the country's rainfall comes from the inter monsoonal rains from around October,negative,-0.971516967
Sri Lanka president gains more support in potential presidential poll: IHP survey,8/21/2023,Politics,The IHP said in a statement that estimates are associated with a margin of error of 1 to 4 percent.,Sri Lanka president gains more support in potential presidential poll: IHP survey The IHP said in a statement that estimates are associated with a margin of error of 1 to 4 percent.,negative,-0.989436865
Sri Lanka's shares edged down in mid day trade,8/21/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.29 percent or 33.07 points to 11,370.85","Sri Lanka's shares edged down in mid day trade All Share Price Index was down 0.29 percent or 33.07 points to 11,370.85",negative,-0.999452293
Sri Lanka must elevate prices while boosting arrival numbers to develop tourism: prez,8/21/2023,Tourism,"""We charge around 200 dollars per tourist, while the Maldives charges approximately 700 dollars.""","Sri Lanka must elevate prices while boosting arrival numbers to develop tourism: prez ""We charge around 200 dollars per tourist, while the Maldives charges approximately 700 dollars.""",positive,0.98484844
Support for Sri Lanka's major parties largely unchanged but most voters uncommitted,8/21/2023,Politics,The largest share – 30 percent of likely voters – remained uncommitted.,Support for Sri Lanka's major parties largely unchanged but most voters uncommitted The largest share – 30 percent of likely voters – remained uncommitted.,negative,-0.94256407
Sri Lanka rupee at 323.50/324.50 to the US dollar,8/21/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was at 323.50/324.50 to the US dollar on Monday,Sri Lanka rupee at 323.50/324.50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee was at 323.50/324.50 to the US dollar on Monday,negative,-0.976447046
"Sri Lanka tax revenues up 50-pct to June 2023, primary surplus in budget",8/21/2023,Economy,Current spending driven by interest costs,"Sri Lanka tax revenues up 50-pct to June 2023, primary surplus in budget Current spending driven by interest costs",negative,-0.964237988
Sri Lanka gets more remittances from Maldives than Australia,8/20/2023,Economy,Middle Eastern states with currency board like arrangements and liberal work visas were top sources of remittances ,Sri Lanka gets more remittances from Maldives than Australia Middle Eastern states with currency board like arrangements and liberal work visas were top sources of remittances ,negative,-0.574352801
Sri Lanka finance ministry discourages full annuity 'PPPs' in 2024 budget,8/20/2023,Economy,Genuine PPPs cover their entire financing cost through revenues generated,Sri Lanka finance ministry discourages full annuity 'PPPs' in 2024 budget Genuine PPPs cover their entire financing cost through revenues generated,negative,-0.99145472
Sri Lanka leader reviews national security strategy amid geopolitical moves ,8/20/2023,Defence,"""Contemporary times have ushered in an array of advanced technological devices"" ","Sri Lanka leader reviews national security strategy amid geopolitical moves  ""Contemporary times have ushered in an array of advanced technological devices"" ",positive,0.99785763
Sri Lanka COPF queries duopoly after alleged wheat tax scam,8/20/2023,Economy,Tax loss of about 2 billion rupees a month by the import of grain,Sri Lanka COPF queries duopoly after alleged wheat tax scam Tax loss of about 2 billion rupees a month by the import of grain,negative,-0.997610927
"Sri Lanka's Dipped Products to invest Rs1.6bn in solar power, re-use more water",8/20/2023,Business,Already 93-pct of energy needs met by biomass and renewable sources,"Sri Lanka's Dipped Products to invest Rs1.6bn in solar power, re-use more water Already 93-pct of energy needs met by biomass and renewable sources",negative,-0.968682706
Sri Lanka's Hunas Falls to invest US$12mn to refurbish hotel,8/20/2023,Business,Company also has operations in renewable energy and tea,Sri Lanka's Hunas Falls to invest US$12mn to refurbish hotel Company also has operations in renewable energy and tea,negative,-0.994646847
Sri Lanka lowers 'maize mafia' tax,8/19/2023,Agriculture,The intention is to reduce the cost of animal feed,Sri Lanka lowers 'maize mafia' tax The intention is to reduce the cost of animal feed,negative,-0.971568763
Sri Lanka politicians compelled to change after economic crisis - ruling MP,8/18/2023,Economy,"Due to the current crisis and the political situation, we are forced to choose different political opinions - Dolawatte","Sri Lanka politicians compelled to change after economic crisis - ruling MP Due to the current crisis and the political situation, we are forced to choose different political opinions - Dolawatte",negative,-0.965842962
Sri Lanka's shares slip at close on profit taking and selling interest,8/18/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.19 percent or 21.77 points to 11,403.92","Sri Lanka's shares slip at close on profit taking and selling interest All Share Price Index was down 0.19 percent or 21.77 points to 11,403.92",negative,-0.999736369
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.00/324.00 to the US dollar, bond yields down",8/18/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.00/324.00 to the US dollar on Friday,"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 323.00/324.00 to the US dollar, bond yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.00/324.00 to the US dollar on Friday",negative,-0.995968342
Windforce to build Sri Lanka's first ramp-rate controlled solar power plant,8/18/2023,Energy,A 12MWh battery system will protect the grid from ramping,Windforce to build Sri Lanka's first ramp-rate controlled solar power plant A 12MWh battery system will protect the grid from ramping,negative,-0.514061987
Amendments coming to Sri Lanka inland revenue act to address officials' underperformance,8/18/2023,Economy,"“There’s only one person in Sri Lanka who pays more than 300 million rupees in tax.""","Amendments coming to Sri Lanka inland revenue act to address officials' underperformance “There’s only one person in Sri Lanka who pays more than 300 million rupees in tax.""",negative,-0.982115507
Sri Lanka to promote local grape cultivation to ‘save foreign exchange’: Minister,8/18/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka should promote domestic grape cultivation,Sri Lanka to promote local grape cultivation to ‘save foreign exchange’: Minister Sri Lanka should promote domestic grape cultivation,positive,0.948256373
Sri Lanka plans to attract five million tourists; new investment body propsed,8/18/2023,Tourism,Investment Infrastructure Corporation and a decision-making council and regional committees were also proposed.,Sri Lanka plans to attract five million tourists; new investment body propsed Investment Infrastructure Corporation and a decision-making council and regional committees were also proposed.,negative,-0.74544239
"Sri Lanka to open bids in China's Sinopec, Vitol refinery race on August 30",8/18/2023,Energy,Evaluation may take 4 to 6 weeks,"Sri Lanka to open bids in China's Sinopec, Vitol refinery race on August 30 Evaluation may take 4 to 6 weeks",negative,-0.989046872
Sri Lanka forum with US backing targets environmental security,8/18/2023,Defence,It is imperative that we come together to share knowledge and find creative ways to address these common challenges,Sri Lanka forum with US backing targets environmental security It is imperative that we come together to share knowledge and find creative ways to address these common challenges,positive,0.986972153
"Lohia: General aims, Immediacy and Heretical Gandhism",8/18/2023,Arts and Culture,Long-time Gandhi Acolyte Finds Gandhian Socialism the Only ’True’ Socialism.,"Lohia: General aims, Immediacy and Heretical Gandhism Long-time Gandhi Acolyte Finds Gandhian Socialism the Only ’True’ Socialism.",negative,-0.972942472
"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.50/324.50 to the US dollar, bond yields up",8/18/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.50/324.50 to the US dollar on Friday,"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.50/324.50 to the US dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 323.50/324.50 to the US dollar on Friday",negative,-0.938942373
"Sri Lanka welcomes 77,552 tourists up to Aug 15; India, UK, China leads",8/18/2023,Business,"India was the largest source market with 15,133 visitors up to July","Sri Lanka welcomes 77,552 tourists up to Aug 15; India, UK, China leads India was the largest source market with 15,133 visitors up to July",positive,0.996943057
Sri Lanka's shares edge up at close on banking and diversified financials,8/17/2023,Economy,"All Share Price Index was up 0.35 percent or 37.29 points to 11,425.69","Sri Lanka's shares edge up at close on banking and diversified financials All Share Price Index was up 0.35 percent or 37.29 points to 11,425.69",negative,-0.673859537
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322/323 to the US dollar,8/17/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.00/323.00 to the US dollar on Thursday,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 322/323 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 322.00/323.00 to the US dollar on Thursday,negative,-0.991176009
"Sri Lanka's NPP has no plans to team up with ""rotting"" parties: Lal Kantha",8/17/2023,Politics,"“You can’t do this by forming an alliance with rotting parties. So there will be no such alliances,” he said.","Sri Lanka's NPP has no plans to team up with ""rotting"" parties: Lal Kantha “You can’t do this by forming an alliance with rotting parties. So there will be no such alliances,” he said.",negative,-0.999505043
"Sri Lanka must move on from state-dominated economy, embrace private enterprise: prez",8/17/2023,Uncategorized,"“So we have to get out. We have to move out of this cycle. We have to think anew,” he said.","Sri Lanka must move on from state-dominated economy, embrace private enterprise: prez “So we have to get out. We have to move out of this cycle. We have to think anew,” he said.",positive,0.903835773
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,8/17/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.65 percent or 73.50 points to 11,459.90","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade All Share Price Index was up 0.65 percent or 73.50 points to 11,459.90",negative,-0.931905687
"85 pct of grade 3 children in Sri Lanka poor in literacy, numeracy: UNICEF",8/17/2023,Education,"Sri Lanka allocates less than 2% of its GDP on education, which falls well below the international benchmark of 4-6%.","85 pct of grade 3 children in Sri Lanka poor in literacy, numeracy: UNICEF Sri Lanka allocates less than 2% of its GDP on education, which falls well below the international benchmark of 4-6%.",negative,-0.999076486
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 320.50/321.50 to the US dollar,8/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 320.50/321.50 to the US dollar on Thursday.,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 320.50/321.50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 320.50/321.50 to the US dollar on Thursday.,negative,-0.98004216
Sri Lanka central bank sells dollars for second month after volatility,8/17/2023,Economy,In July the central bank sold 41.5 million US dollars to banks after buying 29 million dollars,Sri Lanka central bank sells dollars for second month after volatility In July the central bank sold 41.5 million US dollars to banks after buying 29 million dollars,negative,-0.983921528
Sri Lanka gets Dornier maritime reconnaissance aircraft from India,8/17/2023,Defence,The Dornier replaces the one handed over last year,Sri Lanka gets Dornier maritime reconnaissance aircraft from India The Dornier replaces the one handed over last year,negative,-0.978405952
"Sri Lanka’s city hotel rates to go up from Oct. 1, but hoteliers remain skeptical ",8/16/2023,Tourism,"Sri Lanka's tourism is improving, but has not reached its prepandemic peak ","Sri Lanka’s city hotel rates to go up from Oct. 1, but hoteliers remain skeptical  Sri Lanka's tourism is improving, but has not reached its prepandemic peak ",negative,-0.990989149
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields plunge with SRR money,8/16/2023,Economy,The market is still short,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields plunge with SRR money The market is still short,negative,-0.998823464
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321.70/75 to the US dollar,8/16/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 321.50/321.70 to the US dollar on Tuesday,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321.70/75 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 321.50/321.70 to the US dollar on Tuesday,negative,-0.993456662
Sri Lanka's shares edge up at close,8/16/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 1.44 percent or 162.18 points to 11,386.40","Sri Lanka's shares edge up at close All Share Price Index was up 1.44 percent or 162.18 points to 11,386.40",negative,-0.943213701
Sri Lanka to make Mannar energy hub; intercity train service to Colombo to commence,8/16/2023,Economy,"“With access to solar, wind, and green energies, the Mannar district can be developed into an energy hub,” he said.","Sri Lanka to make Mannar energy hub; intercity train service to Colombo to commence “With access to solar, wind, and green energies, the Mannar district can be developed into an energy hub,” he said.",positive,0.998588026
"Sri Lanka to continue paying kidney, disabled, low-income elderly allowances for now",8/16/2023,Economy,"“The payments will be made in the coming days,"" he said.","Sri Lanka to continue paying kidney, disabled, low-income elderly allowances for now “The payments will be made in the coming days,"" he said.",positive,0.899133503
Sri Lanka's stocks edge up in mid day trade,8/16/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade on Wednesday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ","Sri Lanka's stocks edge up in mid day trade Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade on Wednesday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ",negative,-0.527796149
Significant drop in favourability of Sri Lanka's Anura Kumara Dissanayake: survey,8/16/2023,Politics,Opposition leader Sajith Premadasa made a marginal gain while President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s rating stayed static.,Significant drop in favourability of Sri Lanka's Anura Kumara Dissanayake: survey Opposition leader Sajith Premadasa made a marginal gain while President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s rating stayed static.,negative,-0.997895718
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 320.50/321.50 to the US dollar,8/16/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 320.50/321.50 to the US dollar on Wednesday,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 320.50/321.50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 320.50/321.50 to the US dollar on Wednesday,negative,-0.981400967
Sri Lanka looking for cheaper 3-year private power to plug capacity gap,8/16/2023,Energy,New private plants could be cheaper than CEBs own older plants,Sri Lanka looking for cheaper 3-year private power to plug capacity gap New private plants could be cheaper than CEBs own older plants,negative,-0.997234881
IMF team in Sri Lanka from Sept 14-27 for first EFF review,8/16/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka has met many targets,IMF team in Sri Lanka from Sept 14-27 for first EFF review Sri Lanka has met many targets,negative,-0.853151858
Sri Lanka to lease loss-making Channel Eye airtime to Lyca group,8/15/2023,Economy,“At the moment it is making losses and cannot even pay the electricity bill.”,Sri Lanka to lease loss-making Channel Eye airtime to Lyca group “At the moment it is making losses and cannot even pay the electricity bill.”,negative,-0.998978615
Sri Lanka expects to sign up Aitken Spence IPPs to avoid power cuts,8/15/2023,Energy,Private plants cheaper than some of the CEB's older generators,Sri Lanka expects to sign up Aitken Spence IPPs to avoid power cuts Private plants cheaper than some of the CEB's older generators,negative,-0.734450579
Sri Lanka's shares edge down on selling interest and profit taking on banking counters,8/15/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 1.47 percent or 168.00 points to 11,224.22","Sri Lanka's shares edge down on selling interest and profit taking on banking counters All Share Price Index was down 1.47 percent or 168.00 points to 11,224.22",negative,-0.999430597
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321.00/50 to the US dollar,8/15/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 321/321.50 to the US dollar on Tuesday.,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321.00/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 321/321.50 to the US dollar on Tuesday.,negative,-0.992246985
Sri Lanka to expand bloated state for Cinnamon despite tax woes,8/15/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka is hiking taxes on people to find money to maintain the state,Sri Lanka to expand bloated state for Cinnamon despite tax woes Sri Lanka is hiking taxes on people to find money to maintain the state,negative,-0.987290204
"Sri Lanka serious on laws to honour deals after diplomatic hiccups with India, Japan, US",8/15/2023,International Relations,"Sri Lanka's ex-leader cancelled several bilateral deals unilaterally, resulting in diplomatic hiccups with many nations","Sri Lanka serious on laws to honour deals after diplomatic hiccups with India, Japan, US Sri Lanka's ex-leader cancelled several bilateral deals unilaterally, resulting in diplomatic hiccups with many nations",negative,-0.861830831
Sri Lanka cabinet nod for National Productivity Commission,8/15/2023,Economy,"""There is no responsible authority that reserves the legal eligibility to act formally in regard to productivity.""","Sri Lanka cabinet nod for National Productivity Commission ""There is no responsible authority that reserves the legal eligibility to act formally in regard to productivity.""",negative,-0.996773779
Sri Lanka plans law against unilateral exit from international agreements,8/15/2023,Legal,Sri Lanka's credibility and standing had been hurt by cancelling agreements without consulting the other party,Sri Lanka plans law against unilateral exit from international agreements Sri Lanka's credibility and standing had been hurt by cancelling agreements without consulting the other party,negative,-0.99938798
"Sri Lanka cancels 1,200 acre land lease to non-starter Hambantota refinery",8/15/2023,Business,"A 420,000 barrels a day refinery was proposed","Sri Lanka cancels 1,200 acre land lease to non-starter Hambantota refinery A 420,000 barrels a day refinery was proposed",negative,-0.996418595
Sri Lanka vehicle import ban: traders want to be consulted in decision-making,8/15/2023,Economy,"Buses, trucks, bowsers, milk tankers and refrigerated trucks are allowed to be imported from August 14.","Sri Lanka vehicle import ban: traders want to be consulted in decision-making Buses, trucks, bowsers, milk tankers and refrigerated trucks are allowed to be imported from August 14.",negative,-0.991325915
Sri Lanka's stocks edge down in mid day trade,8/15/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka's shares edged down in mid day trade on Tuesday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ","Sri Lanka's stocks edge down in mid day trade Sri Lanka's shares edged down in mid day trade on Tuesday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ",negative,-0.997636557
Sri Lanka to urgently adopt new permanent tourism policy: minister,8/15/2023,Tourism,"Speaking to reporters on Monday August 14, Fernando said the policy will be presented urgently.","Sri Lanka to urgently adopt new permanent tourism policy: minister Speaking to reporters on Monday August 14, Fernando said the policy will be presented urgently.",positive,0.99728632
Argentina's pro-dollarization Milei leads Presidential primaries,8/15/2023,Economy,And is it easy. I'm not to blame for the intellectual limitations of the economists from Juntos por el Cambi.,Argentina's pro-dollarization Milei leads Presidential primaries And is it easy. I'm not to blame for the intellectual limitations of the economists from Juntos por el Cambi.,negative,-0.887521207
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 321.00/40 to the US dollar,8/15/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 321/321.40 to the US dollar on Tuesday. ,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 321.00/40 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 321/321.40 to the US dollar on Tuesday. ,negative,-0.97683847
"Sri Lanka allows imports of buses, trucks from Aug 14",8/15/2023,Economy,Special purpose trucks also allowed,"Sri Lanka allows imports of buses, trucks from Aug 14 Special purpose trucks also allowed",negative,-0.503936887
Sri Lanka poultry firm imports parent chicks after state interference in business,8/15/2023,Agriculture,Day old parent chicks imported to strengthen flock ,Sri Lanka poultry firm imports parent chicks after state interference in business Day old parent chicks imported to strengthen flock ,negative,-0.992279768
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 321/322 to the US dollar, bond yields up",8/14/2023,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields up,"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 321/322 to the US dollar, bond yields up Bond yields up",negative,-0.639968097
Sri Lanka's shares down after constant gains,8/14/2023,Markets,Shares close down on Monday on profit taking and selling interest due to constant gains in the previous sessions,Sri Lanka's shares down after constant gains Shares close down on Monday on profit taking and selling interest due to constant gains in the previous sessions,negative,-0.998351455
"Sri Lanka ruling party says president must prioritise economy, not devolution",8/14/2023,Politics,"“It’s something the president himself brought up. It’s not anything that’s needed now,” he said.","Sri Lanka ruling party says president must prioritise economy, not devolution “It’s something the president himself brought up. It’s not anything that’s needed now,” he said.",negative,-0.984298825
Sri Lanka's CAL says data platform to democratize equity markets,8/14/2023,Markets,AnalytiCAL employs data visualization techniques to present complex financial data in easily understood formats,Sri Lanka's CAL says data platform to democratize equity markets AnalytiCAL employs data visualization techniques to present complex financial data in easily understood formats,positive,0.996517658
"Sri Lanka president calls for rapid growth in GDP, acknowledges brain drain",8/14/2023,Economy,"Once ongoing debt restructuring is done, the same crisis will emerge starting in 2025, he said.","Sri Lanka president calls for rapid growth in GDP, acknowledges brain drain Once ongoing debt restructuring is done, the same crisis will emerge starting in 2025, he said.",positive,0.840585768
Sri Lanka stocks edge down in mid day trade,8/14/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 1.46 percent or 168.99 points to 11,427.17","Sri Lanka stocks edge down in mid day trade All Share Price Index was down 1.46 percent or 168.99 points to 11,427.17",negative,-0.999530196
"Sri Lanka earns US$219mn from 143,000 tourist in July 2023",8/14/2023,Business,"Sri Lanka has welcomed 767,913 tourists up to July this year, up 67.4 percent from last year","Sri Lanka earns US$219mn from 143,000 tourist in July 2023 Sri Lanka has welcomed 767,913 tourists up to July this year, up 67.4 percent from last year",positive,0.99900192
Sri Lanka rupee at 320.75/321.00 to the US dollar,8/14/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee is at 320.75/321.00 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee at 320.75/321.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee is at 320.75/321.00 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.",negative,-0.970421076
"Sri Lanka interest rates are dictated by the IMF reserve target, not inflation",8/14/2023,Bellwether,It is a shame that country with a 20-pct savings rate cannot maintain reserves and has to depreciate the currency,"Sri Lanka interest rates are dictated by the IMF reserve target, not inflation It is a shame that country with a 20-pct savings rate cannot maintain reserves and has to depreciate the currency",negative,-0.983483434
"Sri Lanka posts US$1,958mn BOP surplus up to June 2023",8/13/2023,Economy,BOP surpluses are possible only in pegged exchange rate central banks,"Sri Lanka posts US$1,958mn BOP surplus up to June 2023 BOP surpluses are possible only in pegged exchange rate central banks",negative,-0.992633164
"Sri Lanka President discusses taxes, regulations, blocking jewelry export plan",8/13/2023,Economy,Pertinent stakeholders also shared insights with the President regarding the challenges,"Sri Lanka President discusses taxes, regulations, blocking jewelry export plan Pertinent stakeholders also shared insights with the President regarding the challenges",positive,0.997134924
Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank profits trimmed by rupee gains in June quarter,8/13/2023,Banking,Rupee asset values down amid currency gain,Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank profits trimmed by rupee gains in June quarter Rupee asset values down amid currency gain,negative,-0.996605277
Sri Lanka remittances reach US$541mn in July 2023,8/13/2023,Economy,Remittances are the main driver of Sri Lanka's trade deficit,Sri Lanka remittances reach US$541mn in July 2023 Remittances are the main driver of Sri Lanka's trade deficit,negative,-0.988058984
Sri Lanka EPF not to accept DDR until superannuation tax is hiked,8/11/2023,Economy,Deadline to accept offer extended till August 28,Sri Lanka EPF not to accept DDR until superannuation tax is hiked Deadline to accept offer extended till August 28,negative,-0.981657147
Sri Lanka extends deadline to restructure EPF debt to Aug 28,8/11/2023,Economy,Deadline extended following feedback,Sri Lanka extends deadline to restructure EPF debt to Aug 28 Deadline extended following feedback,negative,-0.832433522
Sri Lanka Supreme Court declines to hear case on DDR,8/11/2023,Economy,Supreme Court refuses leave to proceed,Sri Lanka Supreme Court declines to hear case on DDR Supreme Court refuses leave to proceed,negative,-0.999042809
Sri Lanka’s shares close lower on profit taking and selling interest,8/11/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.46 percent or 53.83 points to 11,596.16","Sri Lanka’s shares close lower on profit taking and selling interest All Share Price Index was down 0.46 percent or 53.83 points to 11,596.16",negative,-0.999665618
"Sri Lanka rupee at 319.50/320.50 to the US dollar, bond yields up",8/11/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 319.50/320.50 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee at 319.50/320.50 to the US dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 319.50/320.50 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.",negative,-0.985362649
Speaker stands by ruling on Sri Lanka DDR; opposition warns of bad precedent,8/11/2023,Economy,"“I didn’t take this decision alone. It was after wasting two, three hours of discussions,” he said.","Speaker stands by ruling on Sri Lanka DDR; opposition warns of bad precedent “I didn’t take this decision alone. It was after wasting two, three hours of discussions,” he said.",negative,-0.999033213
"Over 50% of Sri Lankan prisoners sentenced for drug charges, return for same reason - minister",8/11/2023,Accident, 50.3% account for drug-related charges.,"Over 50% of Sri Lankan prisoners sentenced for drug charges, return for same reason - minister  50.3% account for drug-related charges.",negative,-0.503712177
Sri Lanka pitches for Indian investment flows at Chennai forum,8/11/2023,Investment,Sri Lanka starts its first investor forum after the sovereign debt default ,Sri Lanka pitches for Indian investment flows at Chennai forum Sri Lanka starts its first investor forum after the sovereign debt default ,positive,0.968714774
Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge down,8/11/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.11 percent or 13.03 points to 11,636.96","Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge down All Share Price Index was down 0.11 percent or 13.03 points to 11,636.96",negative,-0.99862349
"Sri Lanka rupee at 319.00/320.00 to the US dollar, bond yields stable",8/11/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 319.75/320.50 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee at 319.00/320.00 to the US dollar, bond yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 319.75/320.50 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.",positive,0.54495579
"Sri Lanka to develop Trincomalee with India, joint task force in the offing: President",8/11/2023,Economy,Since India has the lead to develop industries in the province and industrial zone should be created,"Sri Lanka to develop Trincomalee with India, joint task force in the offing: President Since India has the lead to develop industries in the province and industrial zone should be created",positive,0.981131434
Sri Lanka EPF beneficiaries counsel argue courts can intervene on DDR,8/11/2023,Economy,Petitioners allege inequity ,Sri Lanka EPF beneficiaries counsel argue courts can intervene on DDR Petitioners allege inequity ,negative,-0.568108797
Sri Lanka’s shares close higher on assumptions of economic stabilization,8/10/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.15 percent or 18.02 points to 11,649.99","Sri Lanka’s shares close higher on assumptions of economic stabilization All Share Price Index was down 0.15 percent or 18.02 points to 11,649.99",negative,-0.999613702
Sri Lanka to sign FTAs with ASEAN countries post-debt restructure: president,8/10/2023,Economy,"The event was held at the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia, Colombo.","Sri Lanka to sign FTAs with ASEAN countries post-debt restructure: president The event was held at the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia, Colombo.",positive,0.989606559
Sri Lanka’s IUSF mocked online as anti-private uni poster becomes meme,8/10/2023,Economy,"It did not take long for the poster to become a meme template, with hundreds if not thousands of shares overnight.","Sri Lanka’s IUSF mocked online as anti-private uni poster becomes meme It did not take long for the poster to become a meme template, with hundreds if not thousands of shares overnight.",negative,-0.936379075
Sri Lanka's stocks edge up in mid day trade,8/10/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade on Thursday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed.","Sri Lanka's stocks edge up in mid day trade Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade on Thursday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed.",negative,-0.571191132
"Sri Lanka rupee at 319.75/320.50 to the US dollar, bond yields up",8/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee is at 319.75/320.50 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee at 319.75/320.50 to the US dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee is at 319.75/320.50 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said.",negative,-0.937842607
Sri Lanka plans to make Colombo and Trinco ports hubs for green hydrogen: President,8/10/2023,Economy,Green hydrogen is a key future ship fuels that could replace fossil bunkers,Sri Lanka plans to make Colombo and Trinco ports hubs for green hydrogen: President Green hydrogen is a key future ship fuels that could replace fossil bunkers,positive,0.987067997
Sri Lanka wants to bring local casino players from 40 pct to almost nothing with tax: Minister,8/9/2023,Economy,"From February to May, 9037 gamblers had entered casinos","Sri Lanka wants to bring local casino players from 40 pct to almost nothing with tax: Minister From February to May, 9037 gamblers had entered casinos",negative,-0.924293518
Sri Lanka's shares close lower after eight sessions on profit taking,8/9/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka shares close down on Wednesday after profit taking spurred the market, an analyst said. ","Sri Lanka's shares close lower after eight sessions on profit taking Sri Lanka shares close down on Wednesday after profit taking spurred the market, an analyst said. ",negative,-0.999243736
"Sri Lanka rupee at 319.00/32.00 to the US dollar, bond yields down",8/9/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was closed at 319.00/320.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said ","Sri Lanka rupee at 319.00/32.00 to the US dollar, bond yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee was closed at 319.00/320.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said ",negative,-0.996716797
"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields ease across maturities, all bills sold",8/9/2023,Bonds & Forex,Yields eased across maturities at Wednesday's auction with all offered 180 billion rupees of bill,"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields ease across maturities, all bills sold Yields eased across maturities at Wednesday's auction with all offered 180 billion rupees of bill",positive,0.884410441
Sri Lanka central bank surprises markets with 200 bps SRR cut ,8/9/2023,Economy,The central bank has been on a dovish monetary policy stance as the inflation was falling faster than expected ,Sri Lanka central bank surprises markets with 200 bps SRR cut  The central bank has been on a dovish monetary policy stance as the inflation was falling faster than expected ,negative,-0.990196228
Sri Lanka president reiterates call for 13th amendment,8/9/2023,Politics,"“We have to resolve these issues in order to move forward as a country,” he said.","Sri Lanka president reiterates call for 13th amendment “We have to resolve these issues in order to move forward as a country,” he said.",positive,0.552807629
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,8/9/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.85 percent or 100.17 points to 11,624.05","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade All Share Price Index was up 0.85 percent or 100.17 points to 11,624.05",negative,-0.991931856
"Sri Lanka rupee at 320.00/50 to the US dollar, bond yields down",8/9/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 320.00/320.50 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee at 320.00/50 to the US dollar, bond yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 320.00/320.50 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.992539704
Sri Lanka Speaker says courts have no jurisdiction on intervene on DDR,8/9/2023,Political News,.,Sri Lanka Speaker says courts have no jurisdiction on intervene on DDR .,negative,-0.999525666
Sri Lanka tables DDR tax hike amendment in parliament,8/9/2023,Legal,The amendment was published on the government gazette on July 17,Sri Lanka tables DDR tax hike amendment in parliament The amendment was published on the government gazette on July 17,negative,-0.968352675
"Sri Lanka to plug gaps in anti-money laundering, counter terror financing rules",8/8/2023,Banking,Sri Lanka to face an evaluation by the Asia Pacific Regional Group on Money Laundering from March 2025,"Sri Lanka to plug gaps in anti-money laundering, counter terror financing rules Sri Lanka to face an evaluation by the Asia Pacific Regional Group on Money Laundering from March 2025",negative,-0.978266299
"Sri Lanka rupee close at 320.00/50 to the US dollar, bond yields down",8/8/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 320.00/320.50 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee close at 320.00/50 to the US dollar, bond yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 320.00/320.50 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.993769705
"Sri Lanka's shares close on 18 month high on banking, index heavy stocks",8/8/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.36 percent or 42.56 points to 11,724.22","Sri Lanka's shares close on 18 month high on banking, index heavy stocks All Share Price Index was up 0.36 percent or 42.56 points to 11,724.22",negative,-0.971093535
Sri Lanka opposition groups question president's comments on debt restructuring,8/8/2023,Politics,"“This is the death of democracy in this country,” said Peiris.","Sri Lanka opposition groups question president's comments on debt restructuring “This is the death of democracy in this country,” said Peiris.",negative,-0.999375165
Sri Lanka Grama Niladhari unions express support for Janasbha system: secretariat,8/8/2023,Politics,The meeting was attended by Chairman of the National Movement for a Just Society Karu Jayasuriya and others.,Sri Lanka Grama Niladhari unions express support for Janasbha system: secretariat The meeting was attended by Chairman of the National Movement for a Just Society Karu Jayasuriya and others.,positive,0.987477541
Ruling sought from Sri Lanka Speaker on Supreme Court hearings on DDR,8/8/2023,Economy,The independence of the judiciary is sacrosanct - Opposition leader,Ruling sought from Sri Lanka Speaker on Supreme Court hearings on DDR The independence of the judiciary is sacrosanct - Opposition leader,negative,-0.994364262
Sri Lanka needs reforms to become international arbitration hub - experts,8/8/2023,Courts,Sri Lanka established an arbitration center in 2020,Sri Lanka needs reforms to become international arbitration hub - experts Sri Lanka established an arbitration center in 2020,negative,-0.75406456
Sri Lanka to change EPF Act to assure 9% return after DDR,8/8/2023,Legal,The domestic debt restructure involves extending maturities at fixed rates,Sri Lanka to change EPF Act to assure 9% return after DDR The domestic debt restructure involves extending maturities at fixed rates,negative,-0.898299694
Sri Lanka to buy more IPP power after low rainfall,8/8/2023,Energy,"Bid are to be called from ACE Matara, ACE Embilipitiya and V-Power which can connect to the Southern grid","Sri Lanka to buy more IPP power after low rainfall Bid are to be called from ACE Matara, ACE Embilipitiya and V-Power which can connect to the Southern grid",negative,-0.992542148
Sri Lanka's shares edge down on profit taking in the banking sector,8/8/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.56 percent or 65.20 points to 11,616.46","Sri Lanka's shares edge down on profit taking in the banking sector All Share Price Index was down 0.56 percent or 65.20 points to 11,616.46",negative,-0.999442756
Sri Lanka to probe shooting involving excise officers,8/8/2023,Legal,Four persons in a van had shot at another vehicle,Sri Lanka to probe shooting involving excise officers Four persons in a van had shot at another vehicle,negative,-0.977842331
Sri Lanka Supreme Court rules proposed local govt amendment bills will require referendum,8/8/2023,Politics,"“The government will always honour the determination of the Supreme Court,” said Gunawardena.","Sri Lanka Supreme Court rules proposed local govt amendment bills will require referendum “The government will always honour the determination of the Supreme Court,” said Gunawardena.",positive,0.95277667
"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 321.50/323.00 to the US dollar, bond yields down",8/8/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 321.50/323.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 321.50/323.00 to the US dollar, bond yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 321.50/323.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.992124021
Sri Lanka forex reserves rise 1-pct in July,8/8/2023,Economy,"Sri Lanka's forex reserves have grown steadily from 1,705 million US dollars in October","Sri Lanka forex reserves rise 1-pct in July Sri Lanka's forex reserves have grown steadily from 1,705 million US dollars in October",positive,0.979430556
"Sri Lanka to continue uninterrupted power supply, maximum water release amid Samanalawa crisis",8/7/2023,Economy,The reservoir will be shut down on August 16 for power generation preserving the dead storage of water of the dam.,"Sri Lanka to continue uninterrupted power supply, maximum water release amid Samanalawa crisis The reservoir will be shut down on August 16 for power generation preserving the dead storage of water of the dam.",negative,-0.99197948
Sri Lanka's stocks close higher on banks and blue chips sensing economic stabilization,8/7/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.41 percent or 48.15 points to 11,681.66","Sri Lanka's stocks close higher on banks and blue chips sensing economic stabilization All Share Price Index was up 0.41 percent or 48.15 points to 11,681.66",negative,-0.957353175
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321.00/323.00 to the US dollar, bond yields unchanged",8/7/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Rupee closed at 321.00/323.00 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321.00/323.00 to the US dollar, bond yields unchanged Rupee closed at 321.00/323.00 to the US dollar on Monday, dealers said.",negative,-0.987123728
"China interested investing in Sri Lanka’s North, East; 13A allows India in Trinco",8/7/2023,Constitutional Amendments,Sri Lanka has been looking for large foreign investments to come out of an unprecedented economic crisis ,"China interested investing in Sri Lanka’s North, East; 13A allows India in Trinco Sri Lanka has been looking for large foreign investments to come out of an unprecedented economic crisis ",positive,0.984125495
Sri Lanka will not revise electricity tariffs till January: power minister,8/7/2023,Economy,"“If the dispute is settled the work can be completed in four days,"" he said.","Sri Lanka will not revise electricity tariffs till January: power minister “If the dispute is settled the work can be completed in four days,"" he said.",negative,-0.972177327
Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge up,8/7/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.81 percent or 94.11 points to 11,727","Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge up All Share Price Index was up 0.81 percent or 94.11 points to 11,727",negative,-0.928974986
"Sri Lanka plans to beautify Colombo, other cities with Singapore-based firm",8/7/2023,Economy,"On plans formulated by Surbana Jurong, a Singapore-based urban, infrastructure and managed services consulting firm","Sri Lanka plans to beautify Colombo, other cities with Singapore-based firm On plans formulated by Surbana Jurong, a Singapore-based urban, infrastructure and managed services consulting firm",positive,0.983555734
Sri Lanka central bank pushing for high inflation target to boost growth,8/7/2023,Economy,But we will have to take into account output stability as well,Sri Lanka central bank pushing for high inflation target to boost growth But we will have to take into account output stability as well,negative,-0.964009821
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.00/325.00 to the US dollar,8/7/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s spot next rupee opened at 323.00/325.00 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.00/325.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s spot next rupee opened at 323.00/325.00 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.",negative,-0.951198578
Sri Lanka coconut yields less than half of India's Andhra: President,8/6/2023,Agriculture,"In Andra coconut yield was 15,000 nuts per acre, while in Sri Lanka it was 7,000","Sri Lanka coconut yields less than half of India's Andhra: President In Andra coconut yield was 15,000 nuts per acre, while in Sri Lanka it was 7,000",negative,-0.979815364
Sri Lanka court restraints Golden Key Hospital directors from altering share register,8/6/2023,Legal,Order prevented directors from taking action against an earlier Supreme Court order,Sri Lanka court restraints Golden Key Hospital directors from altering share register Order prevented directors from taking action against an earlier Supreme Court order,negative,-0.993830144
"Sri Lanka private credit positive in June, money printed, rupee down",8/6/2023,Banking,Private credit positive for the first time since May 2023,"Sri Lanka private credit positive in June, money printed, rupee down Private credit positive for the first time since May 2023",negative,-0.941066146
Sri Lanka FM meets Iranian counterpart amid tea for oil deal starts,8/5/2023,International Relations,Sri Lanka has to pay $251 million for crude imported before US-led 2012 sanctions ,Sri Lanka FM meets Iranian counterpart amid tea for oil deal starts Sri Lanka has to pay $251 million for crude imported before US-led 2012 sanctions ,negative,-0.777462244
Sri Lanka's next Aswesuma scheme could face delay-minister,8/5/2023,Government services,Aswesma scheme received an overwhelming number of applications   ,Sri Lanka's next Aswesuma scheme could face delay-minister Aswesma scheme received an overwhelming number of applications   ,negative,-0.942390263
"Sri Lanka President says DDR matter for parliament, not legal action",8/4/2023,Economy,We cannot take orders or instructions from anyone else,"Sri Lanka President says DDR matter for parliament, not legal action We cannot take orders or instructions from anyone else",negative,-0.995480537
"Sri Lanka Litro keeps LPG price unchanged, praises its imports at lower price",8/4/2023,Economy,Litro Gas will be unchanged this month,"Sri Lanka Litro keeps LPG price unchanged, praises its imports at lower price Litro Gas will be unchanged this month",negative,-0.570125818
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321.00/323.50 to the US dollar,8/4/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rupee closed marginally down at at 321.00/323.50 to the US dollar,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321.00/323.50 to the US dollar Rupee closed marginally down at at 321.00/323.50 to the US dollar,negative,-0.998133242
Sri Lanka's shares close on an 18 month high on senses of economic stabilization,8/4/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.44 percent or 51.17 points to 11,633.51","Sri Lanka's shares close on an 18 month high on senses of economic stabilization All Share Price Index was up 0.44 percent or 51.17 points to 11,633.51",negative,-0.982511699
Sri Lanka to accept applications for Aswesuma welfare scheme after appeals reviewed,8/4/2023,Economy,"Preliminary work is being done on the appeals and objections received by Divisional Secretaries, he said.","Sri Lanka to accept applications for Aswesuma welfare scheme after appeals reviewed Preliminary work is being done on the appeals and objections received by Divisional Secretaries, he said.",negative,-0.957434773
Sri Lanka spent under 1 pct of import bill on recently import restricted goods: official,8/4/2023,Economy,"A further 300 items will see their import restrictions lifted in September, he said.","Sri Lanka spent under 1 pct of import bill on recently import restricted goods: official A further 300 items will see their import restrictions lifted in September, he said.",negative,-0.961077929
President wants compensation from countries that recruit Sri Lankan doctors,8/4/2023,Health,"“I think together with the foreign ministry, you should make this case and we should press it at different fora.""","President wants compensation from countries that recruit Sri Lankan doctors “I think together with the foreign ministry, you should make this case and we should press it at different fora.""",negative,-0.993908763
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,8/4/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.38 percent or 43.46 points to 11,625.80","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade All Share Price Index was up 0.38 percent or 43.46 points to 11,625.80",negative,-0.933825552
Sri Lanka rupee opens steady at 319.00/322.00 to the US dollar,8/4/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 319.00/322.00 to the US dollar on Friday,Sri Lanka rupee opens steady at 319.00/322.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 319.00/322.00 to the US dollar on Friday,negative,-0.959931076
Sri Lanka Human Rights Commission moved on pension fund DDR,8/4/2023,Economy,The petitioner alleged that the action violated several articles of the constitution,Sri Lanka Human Rights Commission moved on pension fund DDR The petitioner alleged that the action violated several articles of the constitution,negative,-0.994123757
"Sri Lanka rupee volatility by banks covering positions, speculation",8/4/2023,Economy,Now those uncertainties have been allayed to a great extent,"Sri Lanka rupee volatility by banks covering positions, speculation Now those uncertainties have been allayed to a great extent",negative,-0.983103275
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 319.50/321.00 to the US dollar,8/3/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rupee closed at 319.50/321.00 to the US dollar,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 319.50/321.00 to the US dollar Rupee closed at 319.50/321.00 to the US dollar,negative,-0.99448508
Sri Lanka stocks mkt sees highest foreign inflows in 8 months,8/3/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 1.18 percent or 135.51 points to 11,582.34","Sri Lanka stocks mkt sees highest foreign inflows in 8 months All Share Price Index was up 1.18 percent or 135.51 points to 11,582.34",negative,-0.900208116
Sri Lanka parliament must discuss implications of devolving police powers: FM,8/3/2023,Politics,"“The president has said he is committed to implementing the 13th amendment in full sans police powers,” he said.","Sri Lanka parliament must discuss implications of devolving police powers: FM “The president has said he is committed to implementing the 13th amendment in full sans police powers,” he said.",negative,-0.961770356
Sri Lanka's shares jump in mid day trade on banking and tourism,8/3/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 1.15 percent or 131.62 points to 11,578.45","Sri Lanka's shares jump in mid day trade on banking and tourism All Share Price Index was up 1.15 percent or 131.62 points to 11,578.45",negative,-0.628216505
"Sri Lanka warned that 12-month mining permit would make investors ""run away""",8/3/2023,Business,Because that is too much of a risk for someone to come and invest,"Sri Lanka warned that 12-month mining permit would make investors ""run away"" Because that is too much of a risk for someone to come and invest",negative,-0.99966681
Sri Lanka rupee at 315.50/317.00 to the US dollar in mid-day trade,8/3/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rupee opened in mid day trade at 315.50/317.00. ,Sri Lanka rupee at 315.50/317.00 to the US dollar in mid-day trade Rupee opened in mid day trade at 315.50/317.00. ,negative,-0.96327889
Sri Lanka mineral industry kept down by unusual export value added tax,8/3/2023,Business,"In Sri Lanka royalties are charged on the free on board (export) price of the mineral, not the pithead price","Sri Lanka mineral industry kept down by unusual export value added tax In Sri Lanka royalties are charged on the free on board (export) price of the mineral, not the pithead price",negative,-0.973341107
"Sri Lanka expects US$900mn from rubber, US$700mn from coconut exports",8/3/2023,Agriculture,Tea exports to be 290mn kilos this year,"Sri Lanka expects US$900mn from rubber, US$700mn from coconut exports Tea exports to be 290mn kilos this year",negative,-0.988336265
Sri Lanka poultry producers agree to reduce price after President's import move,8/2/2023,Agriculture,Chicken price has soared in the last quarter despite rupee appreciation ,Sri Lanka poultry producers agree to reduce price after President's import move Chicken price has soared in the last quarter despite rupee appreciation ,negative,-0.993395984
Sri Lanka's stocks edge up on a 18 month high on banking and tourism sectors,8/2/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.53 percent or 60.11 points to 11,446.83","Sri Lanka's stocks edge up on a 18 month high on banking and tourism sectors All Share Price Index was up 0.53 percent or 60.11 points to 11,446.83",negative,-0.96169579
Sri Lanka to repeal controversial NMRA drug regulator law,8/2/2023,Economy,NMRA & SLMC acts are to be completely repealed to allow a more open & fair market: minister,Sri Lanka to repeal controversial NMRA drug regulator law NMRA & SLMC acts are to be completely repealed to allow a more open & fair market: minister,negative,-0.993445158
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 314.50/315.00 to the US dollar,8/2/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rupee was closed at 314.50/315.00 rupees to the US dollar,Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 314.50/315.00 to the US dollar Rupee was closed at 314.50/315.00 rupees to the US dollar,negative,-0.990922272
"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields ease across maturities, all bills sold",8/2/2023,Bonds & Forex,Offered 180 billion rupees of bills sold,"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields ease across maturities, all bills sold Offered 180 billion rupees of bills sold",positive,0.993382454
"Sri Lanka rupee monopoly to remain, no INR for local circulation",8/2/2023,Economy,The legal tender in Sri Lanka for domestic payments and settlements will remain as Sri Lanka Rupees,"Sri Lanka rupee monopoly to remain, no INR for local circulation The legal tender in Sri Lanka for domestic payments and settlements will remain as Sri Lanka Rupees",negative,-0.994531214
Sri Lanka's Samurdhi scheme can continue broader mandate to reduce poverty: official,8/2/2023,Economy,"He conceded, however, that the new system is not without its issues.","Sri Lanka's Samurdhi scheme can continue broader mandate to reduce poverty: official He conceded, however, that the new system is not without its issues.",positive,0.912541389
China's Sinopec commences fuel distribution in Sri Lanka,8/2/2023,Economy,A contract agreement was signed with Sinopec in May to distribute fuel locally through 150 filling stations,China's Sinopec commences fuel distribution in Sri Lanka A contract agreement was signed with Sinopec in May to distribute fuel locally through 150 filling stations,negative,-0.93380785
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,8/2/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.40 percent or 45.91 points to 11,432.63","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade All Share Price Index was up 0.40 percent or 45.91 points to 11,432.63",negative,-0.941039443
Sri Lanka rupee stronger at Rs314/318 to US dollar,8/2/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 314/318 rupees to the US dollar,Sri Lanka rupee stronger at Rs314/318 to US dollar Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 314/318 rupees to the US dollar,negative,-0.984616756
"Sri Lanka struggles to irrigate rice paddies in South, avoid power cuts",8/2/2023,Agriculture,We have been informed that water cannot be released from the Samanalawewa reservoir,"Sri Lanka struggles to irrigate rice paddies in South, avoid power cuts We have been informed that water cannot be released from the Samanalawewa reservoir",negative,-0.994335473
"Sri Lanka to pay welfare to 2.2mn persons, including Samurdhi appellants",8/1/2023,Economy,"393,093 Samurdhi beneficiaries who appealed would get payments until their appeals are heard ","Sri Lanka to pay welfare to 2.2mn persons, including Samurdhi appellants 393,093 Samurdhi beneficiaries who appealed would get payments until their appeals are heard ",negative,-0.963226676
Sri Lanka current account surplus US$600mn in 1Q amid financial outflows,8/1/2023,Economy,A reserve collecting central bank which runs deflationary policy will help make almost any external payment,Sri Lanka current account surplus US$600mn in 1Q amid financial outflows A reserve collecting central bank which runs deflationary policy will help make almost any external payment,negative,-0.9973557
Most Sri Lanka SLDB dollar bond holders agree to DDR,8/1/2023,Economy,The government will also pay 69.31 million dollar equivalent of overdue interest in rupees,Most Sri Lanka SLDB dollar bond holders agree to DDR The government will also pay 69.31 million dollar equivalent of overdue interest in rupees,negative,-0.981638789
Sri Lanka ruling MP raps bureaucrats for investment delay,8/1/2023,Investment,The MP explains how bureaucrats delayed a cable car investment project,Sri Lanka ruling MP raps bureaucrats for investment delay The MP explains how bureaucrats delayed a cable car investment project,negative,-0.997826755
Sri Lanka raises petrol price from midnight,8/1/2023,Energy,Petrol price is increased for the second straight month,Sri Lanka raises petrol price from midnight Petrol price is increased for the second straight month,negative,-0.827587485
"Sri Lanka's TNA insists on full 13A, calls for immediate provincial elections",7/31/2023,Politics,"However, the 13th amendment does not meet the legitimate aspirations of the Tamil people, the party said.","Sri Lanka's TNA insists on full 13A, calls for immediate provincial elections However, the 13th amendment does not meet the legitimate aspirations of the Tamil people, the party said.",negative,-0.998322785
Sri Lanka inflation to temporarily fall below single digits: monetary report,7/31/2023,Economy,"From September 2022 to July 2023, the central bank has created only 0.47 percent inflation","Sri Lanka inflation to temporarily fall below single digits: monetary report From September 2022 to July 2023, the central bank has created only 0.47 percent inflation",negative,-0.997279108
"Sri Lanka imports up 11.6-pct in June, exports down 19.5-pct, BOP in surplus",7/31/2023,Economy,"Up to June the BOP surplus was 1,958 million dollars","Sri Lanka imports up 11.6-pct in June, exports down 19.5-pct, BOP in surplus Up to June the BOP surplus was 1,958 million dollars",negative,-0.992406309
Sri Lanka rupee strengthens to 318/320 to US dollar,7/31/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee strengthened to 318/320 to the US dollar,Sri Lanka rupee strengthens to 318/320 to US dollar Sri Lanka's rupee strengthened to 318/320 to the US dollar,positive,0.929345012
Sri Lanka's shares close up on a 16 month high,7/31/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.66 percent or 74.53 points to 11,386.72","Sri Lanka's shares close up on a 16 month high All Share Price Index was up 0.66 percent or 74.53 points to 11,386.72",negative,-0.984424829
Sri Lanka's inflation falls to 6.3-pct in July 2023,7/31/2023,Economy,The central bank has created only 0.47 percent inflation since September 2023,Sri Lanka's inflation falls to 6.3-pct in July 2023 The central bank has created only 0.47 percent inflation since September 2023,negative,-0.997197509
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,7/31/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.20 percent or 22.92 points to 11,335.11,","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade All Share Price Index was up 0.20 percent or 22.92 points to 11,335.11,",negative,-0.945941389
"Sri Lanka construction industry down, but helped by deflating material prices: PMI",7/31/2023,Business,The respondents mentioned that sizable projects are hardly available,"Sri Lanka construction industry down, but helped by deflating material prices: PMI The respondents mentioned that sizable projects are hardly available",negative,-0.99947542
Sri Lanka should target high end market with culinary tourism: President,7/31/2023,Economy,"“We have to target the high end market."" ","Sri Lanka should target high end market with culinary tourism: President “We have to target the high end market."" ",negative,-0.960546911
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 328.50/329.50 to the US dollar,7/31/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee opened at 328.50/329.50 in the spot market, dealers said while bond yields closed lower. ","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 328.50/329.50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka rupee opened at 328.50/329.50 in the spot market, dealers said while bond yields closed lower. ",negative,-0.997112989
Sri Lanka legislators should deny high inflation goal independence to the central bank,7/31/2023,Bellwether,"If parliament rubber stamps a 4-6-pct inflation target, a second default is more certain","Sri Lanka legislators should deny high inflation goal independence to the central bank If parliament rubber stamps a 4-6-pct inflation target, a second default is more certain",negative,-0.998224556
Sri Lanka's National Development Bank 'A-(lka)' rating maintained: Fitch,7/31/2023,Banking,Risks to Sri Lankan banks' operating environment (OE) remains high ,Sri Lanka's National Development Bank 'A-(lka)' rating maintained: Fitch Risks to Sri Lankan banks' operating environment (OE) remains high ,negative,-0.997712255
Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank (A-(lka) rating maintained by Fitch,7/30/2023,Banking,.,Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank (A-(lka) rating maintained by Fitch .,negative,-0.995582044
Sri Lanka Construction Guarantee Fund pressured by spending squeeze: Fitch,7/30/2023,Business,The firm is on rating watch negative,Sri Lanka Construction Guarantee Fund pressured by spending squeeze: Fitch The firm is on rating watch negative,negative,-0.999670744
"Japan foreign minister Sri Lanka president discuss debt restructuring, investments",7/29/2023,Uncategorized,Minister Yoshimasa arrived in Sri Lanka on July 28th for a two-day official visit.,"Japan foreign minister Sri Lanka president discuss debt restructuring, investments Minister Yoshimasa arrived in Sri Lanka on July 28th for a two-day official visit.",positive,0.992108524
Sri Lanka govt to address Human Rights Commission's staff shortages: PMD,7/29/2023,Human Rights,The challenges arising from a shortage of staff in effectively addressing these complaints was also raised.,Sri Lanka govt to address Human Rights Commission's staff shortages: PMD The challenges arising from a shortage of staff in effectively addressing these complaints was also raised.,negative,-0.963222682
"Sri Lanka invites Japan to invest in dedicated investment zones, ports",7/29/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka is located at a strategic juncture along the sea lanes of the Indian Ocean ,"Sri Lanka invites Japan to invest in dedicated investment zones, ports Sri Lanka is located at a strategic juncture along the sea lanes of the Indian Ocean ",positive,0.997398376
Sri Lanka to introduce new laws to modernise postal service,7/29/2023,Economy,"""This venture will cost 10 billion rupees,"" Bandara said.","Sri Lanka to introduce new laws to modernise postal service ""This venture will cost 10 billion rupees,"" Bandara said.",negative,-0.982645154
President of France pledges speed up debt restructure in historic visit Sri Lanka says,7/29/2023,Political News,France was the fourth largest bilateral creditor of Sri Lanka,President of France pledges speed up debt restructure in historic visit Sri Lanka says France was the fourth largest bilateral creditor of Sri Lanka,positive,0.96594888
Sri Lanka President has taken risk with 13A discussion - state minister ,7/28/2023,Politics,Successive Sri Lankan governments did not implement 13A to win election through hatred hatred ethno religious comments,Sri Lanka President has taken risk with 13A discussion - state minister  Successive Sri Lankan governments did not implement 13A to win election through hatred hatred ethno religious comments,negative,-0.993153572
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 328.00/329.00 to the US dollar,7/28/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 328.00/329.00 in the spot market,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 328.00/329.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 328.00/329.00 in the spot market,negative,-0.989644527
Sri Lanka's stocks close on a 16 month high on macroeconomic clarity,7/28/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.48 percent or 54.37 points to 11,312.19","Sri Lanka's stocks close on a 16 month high on macroeconomic clarity All Share Price Index was up 0.48 percent or 54.37 points to 11,312.19",negative,-0.970883369
Truth & reconciliation commission could help Sri Lanka stave off foreign intervention: FM,7/28/2023,Human Rights,"“But that space must be trustworthy, or it won't be accepted internationally,” he added.","Truth & reconciliation commission could help Sri Lanka stave off foreign intervention: FM “But that space must be trustworthy, or it won't be accepted internationally,” he added.",negative,-0.995178699
"Acuity Knowledge Partners to double Sri Lanka unit, strengthen university outreach",7/28/2023,Business,"Acuity is looking to double Sri Lanka office to 1,000","Acuity Knowledge Partners to double Sri Lanka unit, strengthen university outreach Acuity is looking to double Sri Lanka office to 1,000",positive,0.978268683
Sri Lanka's shares jump in mid day trade,7/28/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.67 percent or 75.44 points to 11,333.26","Sri Lanka's shares jump in mid day trade All Share Price Index was up 0.67 percent or 75.44 points to 11,333.26",negative,-0.911777854
Japanese foreign minister on two day Sri Lanka visit,7/28/2023,Political News,Japan is a key partner in Sri Lanka's debt re-structuring efforts,Japanese foreign minister on two day Sri Lanka visit Japan is a key partner in Sri Lanka's debt re-structuring efforts,positive,0.94212687
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 329.25/333.00 to the US dollar,7/28/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee opened at 329.25/333.00 in the spot market,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 329.25/333.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka rupee opened at 329.25/333.00 in the spot market,negative,-0.980832696
"Australia keen to invest in Sri Lanka phosphate, graphite, ilmenite sectors: High Commissioner",7/28/2023,Business,"Australian firms interested in phosphate, graphite and ilmenite ","Australia keen to invest in Sri Lanka phosphate, graphite, ilmenite sectors: High Commissioner Australian firms interested in phosphate, graphite and ilmenite ",positive,0.967582345
"Sri Lanka to earn up to $2.3 bln from rubber, coconut, cinnamon this year: Minister ",7/27/2023,Agriculture,Sri Lanka is in the process of expanding its export market to come out of an unprecedented economic crisis ,"Sri Lanka to earn up to $2.3 bln from rubber, coconut, cinnamon this year: Minister  Sri Lanka is in the process of expanding its export market to come out of an unprecedented economic crisis ",positive,0.654365778
Sri Lanka must either implement 13A or abolish provincial councils: president,7/27/2023,Politics,"“People say this is a white elephant. We must focus and give an answer. Everyone is trying to avoid this issue,” he ...","Sri Lanka must either implement 13A or abolish provincial councils: president “People say this is a white elephant. We must focus and give an answer. Everyone is trying to avoid this issue,” he ...",negative,-0.993912578
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 329.50/50 to the US dollar,7/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed at 329.40/50 in the spot market,Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 329.50/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka rupee closed at 329.40/50 in the spot market,negative,-0.986159742
Sri Lanka's shares up at close on banking sector,7/27/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 2.48 percent or 272.74 points to 11,257.82","Sri Lanka's shares up at close on banking sector All Share Price Index was down 2.48 percent or 272.74 points to 11,257.82",negative,-0.999706447
Sri Lanka's shares edge up on banks and blue chip counters,7/27/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 1.26 percent or 137.90 points to 11,122.98","Sri Lanka's shares edge up on banks and blue chip counters All Share Price Index was up 1.26 percent or 137.90 points to 11,122.98",negative,-0.918728948
French President Emmanuel Macron in Sri Lanka on Friday,7/27/2023,Economy,"The debt restructuring will be among the topics to be included during the discussion, one source said.","French President Emmanuel Macron in Sri Lanka on Friday The debt restructuring will be among the topics to be included during the discussion, one source said.",positive,0.981478095
Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 328.50/330.00 to the US dollar,7/27/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka rupee opened at 328.50/330.00 in the spot market,Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 328.50/330.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka rupee opened at 328.50/330.00 in the spot market,negative,-0.977484405
Sri Lanka projects rice surplus in 2023,7/27/2023,Agriculture,Yala harvest is expected to be 1.46mn metric tonnes,Sri Lanka projects rice surplus in 2023 Yala harvest is expected to be 1.46mn metric tonnes,negative,-0.982863009
Sri Lanka and India in ‘meeting of minds’ over security,7/27/2023,Political News,The president reiterated his broad assurance that Sri Lankan territory will not be used against India,Sri Lanka and India in ‘meeting of minds’ over security The president reiterated his broad assurance that Sri Lankan territory will not be used against India,positive,0.992050111
US Federal Reserve hikes rates to 25bp to 5.25/5.50-pct,7/27/2023,Economy,Hike comes amid concerns that the broad money is contracting or stagnating,US Federal Reserve hikes rates to 25bp to 5.25/5.50-pct Hike comes amid concerns that the broad money is contracting or stagnating,negative,-0.998225152
"Sri Lanka needs to balance accountability, reconciliation under TRC - state foreign minister",7/26/2023,Uncategorized,"When you focus more on accountability, it could be harmful for reconciliation - Minister","Sri Lanka needs to balance accountability, reconciliation under TRC - state foreign minister When you focus more on accountability, it could be harmful for reconciliation - Minister",negative,-0.998612285
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 329.25/50 to the US dollar,7/26/2023,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields down,Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 329.25/50 to the US dollar Bond yields down,negative,-0.997552931
Sri Lanka's shares close on a five session low after continuous gains and profit taking,7/26/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.76 percent or 84.36 points to 10,958.08","Sri Lanka's shares close on a five session low after continuous gains and profit taking All Share Price Index was down 0.76 percent or 84.36 points to 10,958.08",negative,-0.999302506
"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields ease, more bills sold",7/26/2023,Bonds & Forex,6 and 12 month bills offered on tap,"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields ease, more bills sold 6 and 12 month bills offered on tap",positive,0.988836765
Sri Lanka opposition SJB to attend all-party talks on reconciliation; others to boycott,7/26/2023,Politics,"“Throwing a party around an empty piece of paper is not the solution to the national question.""","Sri Lanka opposition SJB to attend all-party talks on reconciliation; others to boycott “Throwing a party around an empty piece of paper is not the solution to the national question.""",negative,-0.999596298
"Sri Lanka rupee at 329.25/95 to spot-next dollar, bond yields edge lower",7/26/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee at 329.25/95 to spot-next dollar,"Sri Lanka rupee at 329.25/95 to spot-next dollar, bond yields edge lower Sri Lanka rupee at 329.25/95 to spot-next dollar",negative,-0.995507121
One dies every 3 hour in Sri Lanka's road accidents - data,7/26/2023,Accident,Road traffic crashes cost most countries 3%  of their GDP - WHO 2022 report,One dies every 3 hour in Sri Lanka's road accidents - data Road traffic crashes cost most countries 3%  of their GDP - WHO 2022 report,negative,-0.998734891
Sri Lanka's shares down in mid day trade,7/26/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.61 percent or 68.05 points to 11,001.39","Sri Lanka's shares down in mid day trade All Share Price Index was down 0.61 percent or 68.05 points to 11,001.39",negative,-0.999705017
"Sri Lanka Hambantota Port oil says bunker volumes grow to 520,000MT",7/26/2023,Energy,"From January to June 2023, 143 vessel had called at the port compared to only 50 vessels in the first half of last year","Sri Lanka Hambantota Port oil says bunker volumes grow to 520,000MT From January to June 2023, 143 vessel had called at the port compared to only 50 vessels in the first half of last year",negative,-0.801285565
Sri Lanka CAA ends egg price control after devastating industry,7/26/2023,Economy,Eggs are now imported,Sri Lanka CAA ends egg price control after devastating industry Eggs are now imported,negative,-0.996766448
Sri Lanka's JKH profits down in June,7/26/2023,Markets,"Currency appreciation, higher interest costs reduce one off gains","Sri Lanka's JKH profits down in June Currency appreciation, higher interest costs reduce one off gains",negative,-0.995703518
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 330/331 to spot-next US dollar, bond yields down",7/25/2023,Bonds & Forex,Active quotes in spot next market,"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 330/331 to spot-next US dollar, bond yields down Active quotes in spot next market",negative,-0.997762799
Sri Lanka's shares close down on selling and profit taking,7/25/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.22 percent or 24.48 points to 11,069.44","Sri Lanka's shares close down on selling and profit taking All Share Price Index was down 0.22 percent or 24.48 points to 11,069.44",negative,-0.999652386
Sri Lanka to open 24 beach properties for tourism investment,7/25/2023,Economy,"“24 coastal areas have been identified as tourist attractions in this country,” he told a media briefing on Friday (...","Sri Lanka to open 24 beach properties for tourism investment “24 coastal areas have been identified as tourist attractions in this country,” he told a media briefing on Friday (...",positive,0.907093346
Sri Lanka firms aims to collect 100-pct of plastic packaging in 5-years,7/25/2023,Business,Sri Lanka firms are targeting to recover plastic packaging ,Sri Lanka firms aims to collect 100-pct of plastic packaging in 5-years Sri Lanka firms are targeting to recover plastic packaging ,negative,-0.969622791
Sri Lanka Railways to be studied by restructuring committee,7/25/2023,Ground,People asking that the railways be privatized,Sri Lanka Railways to be studied by restructuring committee People asking that the railways be privatized,negative,-0.99434495
"Sri Lanka president keen on 13A, open to discussing police powers: Vigneswaran",7/25/2023,Politics,"“I can say clearly that the president is interested in implementing the 13th amendment,” said Vigneswaran.","Sri Lanka president keen on 13A, open to discussing police powers: Vigneswaran “I can say clearly that the president is interested in implementing the 13th amendment,” said Vigneswaran.",positive,0.990339458
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,7/25/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.42 percent or 46.75 points to 11,047.17","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade All Share Price Index was down 0.42 percent or 46.75 points to 11,047.17",negative,-0.999634027
Sri Lanka Data Protection Authority comes into operation,7/25/2023,ICT,"Part V of the act deals with the establishment of a Data Protection Authority, first proposed in November 2022.","Sri Lanka Data Protection Authority comes into operation Part V of the act deals with the establishment of a Data Protection Authority, first proposed in November 2022.",positive,0.944746494
"Sri Lanka health sector workers want gag order revoked, threaten union action",7/25/2023,Health,"“This time, our trade union action will be done together with the patients,” he said.","Sri Lanka health sector workers want gag order revoked, threaten union action “This time, our trade union action will be done together with the patients,” he said.",negative,-0.979751766
"Sri Lanka rupee at 330/333 to dollar in spot next, bond yields down",7/25/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rupee was quoted at 330/330 to the US dollar,"Sri Lanka rupee at 330/333 to dollar in spot next, bond yields down Rupee was quoted at 330/330 to the US dollar",negative,-0.992745101
"Sri Lanka's CPC import premiums fall, saving $300mn a year: Minister",7/25/2023,Energy,Premium on auto diesel was down to $5.78 from $12.19,"Sri Lanka's CPC import premiums fall, saving $300mn a year: Minister Premium on auto diesel was down to $5.78 from $12.19",negative,-0.998205423
"Sri Lanka loosens exchange controls on companies, migrating citizens",7/25/2023,Economy,The new rules would be effective for six months from June 28.,"Sri Lanka loosens exchange controls on companies, migrating citizens The new rules would be effective for six months from June 28.",negative,-0.844808102
Sri Lanka IOC unit profits down in June quarter,7/25/2023,Energy,The firm reported earnings of 4.59 rupees per share for the quarter.,Sri Lanka IOC unit profits down in June quarter The firm reported earnings of 4.59 rupees per share for the quarter.,negative,-0.997365892
Sri Lanka's national inflation eases to 10.8-pct in June,7/24/2023,Economy,Inflation is expected to be in single digit in July ,Sri Lanka's national inflation eases to 10.8-pct in June Inflation is expected to be in single digit in July ,negative,-0.99291563
"Sri Lanka bonds close down, rupee weaker",7/24/2023,Bonds & Forex,US dollar closed at 328.50/330.00 rupees.,"Sri Lanka bonds close down, rupee weaker US dollar closed at 328.50/330.00 rupees.",negative,-0.997026145
Sri Lanka's shares down after 15 sessions on Lanka IOC as more fuel suppliers emerge,7/24/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.11 percent or 12.62 points to 11,093.92","Sri Lanka's shares down after 15 sessions on Lanka IOC as more fuel suppliers emerge All Share Price Index was down 0.11 percent or 12.62 points to 11,093.92",negative,-0.999499798
Canada committed to building future free of hate: Justin Trudeau on Sri Lanka Black July,7/24/2023,Human Rights,Truedeau said Canada will never stop standing up for human rights.,Canada committed to building future free of hate: Justin Trudeau on Sri Lanka Black July Truedeau said Canada will never stop standing up for human rights.,positive,0.99884367
Sri Lanka DDR plan reduces risks of insurers: Fitch,7/24/2023,Finance,Insurers are already under rating watch,Sri Lanka DDR plan reduces risks of insurers: Fitch Insurers are already under rating watch,negative,-0.980905056
Norway to shut down Sri Lanka mission on July 31 as part of diplomatic reform,7/24/2023,International Relations,Norway announced the closure months ahead.,Norway to shut down Sri Lanka mission on July 31 as part of diplomatic reform Norway announced the closure months ahead.,negative,-0.997293293
Sri Lanka's shares edge down on new fuel suppliers,7/24/2023,Bonds & Forex,"All Share Price Index was down 0.16 percent or 18.30 points to 11,088.24","Sri Lanka's shares edge down on new fuel suppliers All Share Price Index was down 0.16 percent or 18.30 points to 11,088.24",negative,-0.999688148
First shipment of Sinopec fuel to arrive in Sri Lanka in first week of August: official,7/24/2023,Energy,Power & Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekara had said earlier that the shipment would arrive end-July.,First shipment of Sinopec fuel to arrive in Sri Lanka in first week of August: official Power & Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekara had said earlier that the shipment would arrive end-July.,positive,0.608487308
"Sri Lanka bonds opens steady, rupee 327.50/329.00 to dollar",7/24/2023,Bonds & Forex,US dollar opened at 326.75/328.00 rupees.,"Sri Lanka bonds opens steady, rupee 327.50/329.00 to dollar US dollar opened at 326.75/328.00 rupees.",positive,0.977834463
Sri Lanka economist Amal Sanderatne remembered with admiration,7/24/2023,Culture,Without a doubt he was one of the best human beings,Sri Lanka economist Amal Sanderatne remembered with admiration Without a doubt he was one of the best human beings,positive,0.999849558
Sri Lanka to set maximum retail price for fuel after new players: Minister,7/24/2023,Energy,"If one company reduces the price, and others follow, there will be a big benefit","Sri Lanka to set maximum retail price for fuel after new players: Minister If one company reduces the price, and others follow, there will be a big benefit",positive,0.951333106
Sri Lanka bank foreign exchange spreads may narrow later: CB Governor,7/24/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka has an ad hoc pegging arrangement to collect reserve,Sri Lanka bank foreign exchange spreads may narrow later: CB Governor Sri Lanka has an ad hoc pegging arrangement to collect reserve,negative,-0.994615853
Sri Lanka may un-bundle SOEs before divestment,7/23/2023,Economy,A transaction structuring report to give options,Sri Lanka may un-bundle SOEs before divestment A transaction structuring report to give options,negative,-0.991707504
"Shock revelation in parliament on how Sri Lanka macro-economists, politicians busted rupee",7/23/2023,Economy,"In countries like Singapore and Vietnam, the interests of politicians and economists converge ","Shock revelation in parliament on how Sri Lanka macro-economists, politicians busted rupee In countries like Singapore and Vietnam, the interests of politicians and economists converge ",positive,0.875453174
Sri Lanka to allocate 10 Mn USD for solar projects for Buddhist temples,7/22/2023,Energy,"""We aim to provide a solution to the problem of increasing electricity bills to religious places.""","Sri Lanka to allocate 10 Mn USD for solar projects for Buddhist temples ""We aim to provide a solution to the problem of increasing electricity bills to religious places.""",negative,-0.959005713
Sri Lanka to receive Japanese aid for human resource development scholarship,7/22/2023,Education,Japan has agreed to provide Sri Lankan authorities 284 million Japanese yen in aid.,Sri Lanka to receive Japanese aid for human resource development scholarship Japan has agreed to provide Sri Lankan authorities 284 million Japanese yen in aid.,negative,-0.742192447
Sri Lanka to continue lower passenger levy for Jaffna airport to boost  Indian tourists,7/22/2023,Aviation,President Ranil Wickremesinghe left for India on July 20 for a two-day official visit.,Sri Lanka to continue lower passenger levy for Jaffna airport to boost  Indian tourists President Ranil Wickremesinghe left for India on July 20 for a two-day official visit.,positive,0.871748209
"Sri Lanka, India sign MoUs on renewable energy cooperation",7/22/2023,Energy,A Sri Lankan delegation to India led by President Ranil Wickremesinghe has discussed energy cooperation policy plans.,"Sri Lanka, India sign MoUs on renewable energy cooperation A Sri Lankan delegation to India led by President Ranil Wickremesinghe has discussed energy cooperation policy plans.",positive,0.996305943
Sri Lanka firms should base costs on inflation expectations not US dollar: CB Governor,7/22/2023,Economy,Firms should therefore not use the US dollar to base wages and costs but inflation expectations,Sri Lanka firms should base costs on inflation expectations not US dollar: CB Governor Firms should therefore not use the US dollar to base wages and costs but inflation expectations,negative,-0.989001036
Start or perish; Sri Lanka gives ultimatum for halted investments with state lands,7/21/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka is fast tracking investments ahead of it starting external debt repayments after the ongoing restructuring,Start or perish; Sri Lanka gives ultimatum for halted investments with state lands Sri Lanka is fast tracking investments ahead of it starting external debt repayments after the ongoing restructuring,negative,-0.719846785
India PM wants visiting Sri Lanka president to ensure life of dignity for Tamils,7/21/2023,International Relations,"“We hope Sri Lanka’s government will ensure a life of respect and dignity for the Tamil people of the country,” he...","India PM wants visiting Sri Lanka president to ensure life of dignity for Tamils “We hope Sri Lanka’s government will ensure a life of respect and dignity for the Tamil people of the country,” he...",positive,0.989482403
"Sri Lanka bonds closes steady, rupee 326.75/328.00 to dollar",7/21/2023,Bonds & Forex,US dollar closed at 326.75/328.00 rupees.,"Sri Lanka bonds closes steady, rupee 326.75/328.00 to dollar US dollar closed at 326.75/328.00 rupees.",negative,-0.677233517
Sri Lanka's shares gain for 15th straight sessions,7/21/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) edged up 0.72 percent or 79.71 points to 11,106.54","Sri Lanka's shares gain for 15th straight sessions All Share Price Index (ASPI) edged up 0.72 percent or 79.71 points to 11,106.54",negative,-0.984684527
"Sri Lanka, India leaders again focus on energy hub in mineral resource rich Trincomalee",7/21/2023,Uncategorized,India has been eying Trincomalee for more than four decades,"Sri Lanka, India leaders again focus on energy hub in mineral resource rich Trincomalee India has been eying Trincomalee for more than four decades",positive,0.993918419
Sri Lanka rupee not a one-way bet: CB Governor,7/21/2023,Economy,"""It can move both ways","Sri Lanka rupee not a one-way bet: CB Governor ""It can move both ways",positive,0.983187199
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,7/21/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.32 percent or 35.35 points to 11,062.18","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade All Share Price Index was up 0.32 percent or 35.35 points to 11,062.18",negative,-0.934128642
"Sri Lanka borrowing limit being raised for DDR, not for deficit: CB Governor",7/21/2023,Economy,The DDR offer was extended,"Sri Lanka borrowing limit being raised for DDR, not for deficit: CB Governor The DDR offer was extended",negative,-0.897239506
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka offers investment zones for private investors ,7/21/2023,Investment,Sri Lanka is struggling to bring in more non-interest bearing foreign inflows amid default ,Crisis-hit Sri Lanka offers investment zones for private investors  Sri Lanka is struggling to bring in more non-interest bearing foreign inflows amid default ,negative,-0.99481082
"Sri Lanka bonds opens steady, rupee 326.00/327.15 to dollar",7/21/2023,Bonds & Forex,US dollar opened at 326.00/327.00 rupees.,"Sri Lanka bonds opens steady, rupee 326.00/327.15 to dollar US dollar opened at 326.00/327.00 rupees.",positive,0.976487994
"India's Gautam Adani meets Sri Lanka president to discuss energy, other investments",7/21/2023,International Relations,President Wickremesinghe is on a two-day official visit to India at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.,"India's Gautam Adani meets Sri Lanka president to discuss energy, other investments President Wickremesinghe is on a two-day official visit to India at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.",positive,0.997697055
Sri Lanka extends DDR closing date,7/21/2023,Economy,The offer will now close on 11 August instead of the first announced 25 July.,Sri Lanka extends DDR closing date The offer will now close on 11 August instead of the first announced 25 July.,negative,-0.98372829
Sri Lanka parliament approves controversial IMF backed central bank law,7/20/2023,Economy,Opposition legislators call for changes to make the agency accountable,Sri Lanka parliament approves controversial IMF backed central bank law Opposition legislators call for changes to make the agency accountable,positive,0.585632324
"Sri Lanka bonds closes steady, rupee 325.75/326.00 to dollar",7/20/2023,Bonds & Forex,US dollar closed at 325.75/326.00 rupees.,"Sri Lanka bonds closes steady, rupee 325.75/326.00 to dollar US dollar closed at 325.75/326.00 rupees.",negative,-0.675272048
Sri Lanka legislators slam new IMF backed central bank law for lack of accountability,7/20/2023,Economy,They are allowed to make people poor overnight through inflation and go Scott free. This is not fair,Sri Lanka legislators slam new IMF backed central bank law for lack of accountability They are allowed to make people poor overnight through inflation and go Scott free. This is not fair,negative,-0.999460876
"Sri Lanka's shares close on 11,000 mark",7/20/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) edged up 0.91 percent or 99.54 points to 11,026.83","Sri Lanka's shares close on 11,000 mark All Share Price Index (ASPI) edged up 0.91 percent or 99.54 points to 11,026.83",negative,-0.985071421
New Chairman for Sri Lanka Telecom,7/20/2023,Markets,Reyaz Mihular appointed Chairman of SLT,New Chairman for Sri Lanka Telecom Reyaz Mihular appointed Chairman of SLT,positive,0.99351716
Sri Lanka parliament passes new anti-corruption bill with amendments,7/20/2023,Crime,Sri Lanka gazetted the bill after the IMF approved a 2.9 billion US dollar loan.,Sri Lanka parliament passes new anti-corruption bill with amendments Sri Lanka gazetted the bill after the IMF approved a 2.9 billion US dollar loan.,negative,-0.910097182
Sri Lanka AG-headed delegation meets X-Press Pearl shipowner's lawyers in Singapore,7/20/2023,Environment,"However, the meeting would have ""no bearing on the ongoing legal proceedings initiated by the government"".","Sri Lanka AG-headed delegation meets X-Press Pearl shipowner's lawyers in Singapore However, the meeting would have ""no bearing on the ongoing legal proceedings initiated by the government"".",negative,-0.999502182
Sri Lanka to increase fuel quota in coming month: Energy Minister  ,7/20/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka is to increase fuel quotas in the coming month. ,Sri Lanka to increase fuel quota in coming month: Energy Minister   Sri Lanka is to increase fuel quotas in the coming month. ,positive,0.958598137
Sri Lanka's mid day shares up,7/20/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka's shares edged up in mid day trade on Thursday, on banking counters as debt restructuring fears have eased.","Sri Lanka's mid day shares up Sri Lanka's shares edged up in mid day trade on Thursday, on banking counters as debt restructuring fears have eased.",negative,-0.83530724
"Sri Lanka bonds opens steady, rupee 323.00/325.00 to dollar",7/20/2023,Bonds & Forex,US dollar opened at 324.00/325.00 rupees.,"Sri Lanka bonds opens steady, rupee 323.00/325.00 to dollar US dollar opened at 324.00/325.00 rupees.",positive,0.979139447
Gate keeping and status quo bias in monetary reform explained to Sri Lanka by top economist,7/20/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka to legalize money printing for growth again in new law,Gate keeping and status quo bias in monetary reform explained to Sri Lanka by top economist Sri Lanka to legalize money printing for growth again in new law,negative,-0.912193477
Sri Lanka water tariff hike to unlock $200 mln ADB fund for budget support - minister ,7/19/2023,Debt Restructuring,Sri Lanka's economic crisis has shut down the doors for commercial fundings,Sri Lanka water tariff hike to unlock $200 mln ADB fund for budget support - minister  Sri Lanka's economic crisis has shut down the doors for commercial fundings,negative,-0.998746157
Sri Lanka's shares pick up on a 72 week high on DDO,7/19/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) edged up 1.11 percent or 131.22 points to 10,927.07","Sri Lanka's shares pick up on a 72 week high on DDO All Share Price Index (ASPI) edged up 1.11 percent or 131.22 points to 10,927.07",negative,-0.990011513
"Sri Lanka bonds close steady, rupee 323.50/325.00 to dollar",7/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,US dollar closed at 323.00/324.00 rupees.,"Sri Lanka bonds close steady, rupee 323.50/325.00 to dollar US dollar closed at 323.00/324.00 rupees.",negative,-0.964383185
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields rise across maturities,7/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,"63 billion rupees bills sold, data from the state debt office showed.","Sri Lanka Treasuries yields rise across maturities 63 billion rupees bills sold, data from the state debt office showed.",negative,-0.977771103
Sri Lanka sees more than one elephant killed daily in 2023 - data,7/19/2023,Animal Rights,The island nation has been using its tuskers to attract more foreign visitors to boost nature tourism ,Sri Lanka sees more than one elephant killed daily in 2023 - data The island nation has been using its tuskers to attract more foreign visitors to boost nature tourism ,negative,-0.841294765
"Sri Lanka president, Tamil National Alliance MPs disagree on police powers",7/19/2023,Politics,“So now to go back and say [there is gong to be an] exception with police powers…  It doesn’t seem meaningful at ...,"Sri Lanka president, Tamil National Alliance MPs disagree on police powers “So now to go back and say [there is gong to be an] exception with police powers…  It doesn’t seem meaningful at ...",negative,-0.999760211
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,7/19/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 1.11 percent or 120.05 points to 10,916.12","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade All Share Price Index was up 1.11 percent or 120.05 points to 10,916.12",negative,-0.873541892
Sri Lanka has achieved balance in restructuring domestic debt: World Bank official,7/19/2023,Economy,"""Our assessment is that the balance is appropriate,” he said.","Sri Lanka has achieved balance in restructuring domestic debt: World Bank official ""Our assessment is that the balance is appropriate,” he said.",positive,0.995794773
"Sri Lanka bonds opens steady, rupee 323.00/324.00 to dollar",7/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,US dollar opened at 323.00/324.00 rupees.,"Sri Lanka bonds opens steady, rupee 323.00/324.00 to dollar US dollar opened at 323.00/324.00 rupees.",positive,0.970156968
Sri Lanka DDR plan has avoided adding to fragility of banking sector: WB country chief,7/19/2023,Economy,.,Sri Lanka DDR plan has avoided adding to fragility of banking sector: WB country chief .,negative,-0.97470063
"Sri Lanka bonds close steady, rupee 323.00/323.50 to dollar",7/18/2023,Bonds & Forex,US dollar opened unchanged at 323.00/323.50 rupees.,"Sri Lanka bonds close steady, rupee 323.00/323.50 to dollar US dollar opened unchanged at 323.00/323.50 rupees.",negative,-0.731540918
Sri Lanka's stocks close higher on banking and diversified financials,7/18/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) edged up 0.63 percent or 68.08 points to 10,796.07","Sri Lanka's stocks close higher on banking and diversified financials All Share Price Index (ASPI) edged up 0.63 percent or 68.08 points to 10,796.07",negative,-0.906771481
Sri Lanka cabinet clears tax changes to pension funds to push DDR,7/18/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka is planning to tax superannuation funds that do not re-structure debt at higher rates,Sri Lanka cabinet clears tax changes to pension funds to push DDR Sri Lanka is planning to tax superannuation funds that do not re-structure debt at higher rates,negative,-0.957205713
Sri Lanka state minister accuses former cabinet of bankrupting country,7/18/2023,Economy,"“Decisions made by the cabinet that you were in are what bankrupted this country,” he said.","Sri Lanka state minister accuses former cabinet of bankrupting country “Decisions made by the cabinet that you were in are what bankrupted this country,” he said.",negative,-0.999382019
Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid day trade,7/18/2023,Markets,"(ASPI) was up 0.14 percent or 14.52 points to 10,742.51","Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid day trade (ASPI) was up 0.14 percent or 14.52 points to 10,742.51",negative,-0.946297884
Ceylon Chamber of Commerce concerned about Sri Lanka's healthcare situation,7/18/2023,Health,"“We recommend that swift action be taken to ensure and enhance the public procurement of medicines.""","Ceylon Chamber of Commerce concerned about Sri Lanka's healthcare situation “We recommend that swift action be taken to ensure and enhance the public procurement of medicines.""",positive,0.998828828
"Sri Lanka services grow in June, manufacturing hit by exports",7/18/2023,Economy,Services up except wholesale and retail trade,"Sri Lanka services grow in June, manufacturing hit by exports Services up except wholesale and retail trade",positive,0.99380219
"Sri Lanka bonds open down, rupee 322.00/324.00 to dollar",7/18/2023,Bonds & Forex,US dollar opened unchanged at 322.00/324.00 rupees.,"Sri Lanka bonds open down, rupee 322.00/324.00 to dollar US dollar opened unchanged at 322.00/324.00 rupees.",negative,-0.990638971
Sri Lanka tightens security thieves target key bridge,7/18/2023,Economy,"Sri Lanka tightens security thieves target key bridge, expressway, Rs275mn with cables and other equipment stolen","Sri Lanka tightens security thieves target key bridge Sri Lanka tightens security thieves target key bridge, expressway, Rs275mn with cables and other equipment stolen",negative,-0.971842945
Sri Lanka central bank sells dollars in June after 'flexible exchange rate' panic: analysis,7/18/2023,Economy,Net amount sold is marginal amid high interest rates,Sri Lanka central bank sells dollars in June after 'flexible exchange rate' panic: analysis Net amount sold is marginal amid high interest rates,negative,-0.996360242
Sri Lanka EPF's potential DDR loss will go up if future interest rates rise: consultancy,7/18/2023,Economy,"In order to project a loss or profit, the rate at which coupons and maturing bonds are re-invested has to be projected ","Sri Lanka EPF's potential DDR loss will go up if future interest rates rise: consultancy In order to project a loss or profit, the rate at which coupons and maturing bonds are re-invested has to be projected ",negative,-0.99881053
"Sri Lanka now implementing 2020 UNP mandate, not SLPP's 6.9 mn: UNP chairman",7/17/2023,Politics,"What is being implemented at present is the “250,000 agreement” rather than the “6.9-million agreement”, he said...","Sri Lanka now implementing 2020 UNP mandate, not SLPP's 6.9 mn: UNP chairman What is being implemented at present is the “250,000 agreement” rather than the “6.9-million agreement”, he said...",negative,-0.870699584
"Sri Lanka Agri minister frowns at groups stopping ""monkey business"" with China",7/17/2023,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka  was to export 100,000 monkey to China to reduce heavy crop damage by them","Sri Lanka Agri minister frowns at groups stopping ""monkey business"" with China Sri Lanka  was to export 100,000 monkey to China to reduce heavy crop damage by them",negative,-0.998122513
Sri Lanka's shares close on a 16 month high on the banking sector,7/17/2023,Markets,"(ASPI) edged up 1.61 percent or 147.09 points to 10,742.11,","Sri Lanka's shares close on a 16 month high on the banking sector (ASPI) edged up 1.61 percent or 147.09 points to 10,742.11,",negative,-0.986874998
"Sri Lanka bonds close down, rupee 322.00/324.00 to dollar",7/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,US dollar closed at 322.00/324.00 rupees.,"Sri Lanka bonds close down, rupee 322.00/324.00 to dollar US dollar closed at 322.00/324.00 rupees.",negative,-0.997158408
Sri Lanka's shares edged up in mid day trade,7/17/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 1.33 percent or 140.39 points to 10,735.41","Sri Lanka's shares edged up in mid day trade All Share Price Index was up 1.33 percent or 140.39 points to 10,735.41",negative,-0.88512665
"Sri Lanka bonds open down, rupee 320.00/321.50 to dollar",7/17/2023,Markets,US dollar opened at 320.00/321.50 rupees.,"Sri Lanka bonds open down, rupee 320.00/321.50 to dollar US dollar opened at 320.00/321.50 rupees.",negative,-0.990101576
"Sri Lanka central bank, private credit contracts in May amid currency gain: analysis",7/17/2023,Banking,Credit contraction partly helped by rupee gain,"Sri Lanka central bank, private credit contracts in May amid currency gain: analysis Credit contraction partly helped by rupee gain",negative,-0.973635972
Sri Lanka wants to see Indian rupee used like the dollar: President,7/17/2023,Monetary,We'll have to figure out how to go about it,Sri Lanka wants to see Indian rupee used like the dollar: President We'll have to figure out how to go about it,negative,-0.993314087
"Including Sri Lanka primary dealers, private owners in DDR made little sense",7/17/2023,Economy,The contribution can be made by taxes or through re-structuring their portfolios,"Including Sri Lanka primary dealers, private owners in DDR made little sense The contribution can be made by taxes or through re-structuring their portfolios",negative,-0.997725189
Sri Lanka's central bank recommends import relaxation sans vehicles,7/16/2023,Economy,Relaxing import control will also boost tax revenues,Sri Lanka's central bank recommends import relaxation sans vehicles Relaxing import control will also boost tax revenues,negative,-0.959726691
Sri Lanka adds wheat flour to license raj,7/16/2023,Economy,License fee of 0.1-pct of shipment value,Sri Lanka adds wheat flour to license raj License fee of 0.1-pct of shipment value,negative,-0.980879486
Sri Lanka proposes adding gas to oil pipeline with India,7/15/2023,Energy,I requested them to look at a two-way oil & gas pipeline,Sri Lanka proposes adding gas to oil pipeline with India I requested them to look at a two-way oil & gas pipeline,negative,-0.974161744
"Sri Lanka to liberalize airport fuel, ground handling, catering",7/15/2023,Aviation,Ratmalana to get a private fuel supplier,"Sri Lanka to liberalize airport fuel, ground handling, catering Ratmalana to get a private fuel supplier",negative,-0.988931
Sri Lanka's shares gain in close for six sessions on DDO,7/14/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) edged up 0.99 percent or 103.50 points to 10,595.02","Sri Lanka's shares gain in close for six sessions on DDO All Share Price Index (ASPI) edged up 0.99 percent or 103.50 points to 10,595.02",negative,-0.99073559
"Sri Lanka bonds close unchanged, rupee 319.50/321.00 to dollar",7/14/2023,Markets,US dollar closed at 319.50/321.00 rupees.,"Sri Lanka bonds close unchanged, rupee 319.50/321.00 to dollar US dollar closed at 319.50/321.00 rupees.",negative,-0.988637984
Sri Lanka tax body warns evaders; explores actions,7/14/2023,Economy,"Voluntary opening of tax files has hardly worked in Sri Lanka, says IRD chief ","Sri Lanka tax body warns evaders; explores actions Voluntary opening of tax files has hardly worked in Sri Lanka, says IRD chief ",negative,-0.982707798
Sri Lanka jet fuel prices highest among major Asian airports: IATA,7/14/2023,Aviation,Asia Pacific lagging in recovery,Sri Lanka jet fuel prices highest among major Asian airports: IATA Asia Pacific lagging in recovery,negative,-0.996679306
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade on pipe line discussions,7/14/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.31 percent or 32.96 points to 10,542.48","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade on pipe line discussions All Share Price Index was up 0.31 percent or 32.96 points to 10,542.48",negative,-0.960262597
India to oversee software development for Sri Lanka's digital identity project: official,7/14/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka also plans to introduce new cyber security legislation in 2023 and unveil a framework for a digital economy.,India to oversee software development for Sri Lanka's digital identity project: official Sri Lanka also plans to introduce new cyber security legislation in 2023 and unveil a framework for a digital economy.,positive,0.992855906
Sri Lanka invites UK digitalisation pioneer for insights on boosting state revenue,7/14/2023,Economy,President Wickremesinghe said Sri Lanka must explore new avenues for increasing income tax revenues.,Sri Lanka invites UK digitalisation pioneer for insights on boosting state revenue President Wickremesinghe said Sri Lanka must explore new avenues for increasing income tax revenues.,positive,0.99476248
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 318.50/319.00 to dollar,7/14/2023,Bonds & Forex,US dollar opened at 318.50/319.00 rupees.,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 318.50/319.00 to dollar US dollar opened at 318.50/319.00 rupees.,negative,-0.959281087
Sri Lanka posts primary surplus up to May 2023,7/14/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka only requires a primary deficit up to May 2023,Sri Lanka posts primary surplus up to May 2023 Sri Lanka only requires a primary deficit up to May 2023,negative,-0.979974151
Sri Lanka sells 2030 bond at 15.67-pct after DDR plan,7/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,Post - auction sales opened,Sri Lanka sells 2030 bond at 15.67-pct after DDR plan Post - auction sales opened,negative,-0.94628787
Cash strapped Sri Lanka encourages informants to boost revenue amid IMF targets,7/13/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka looks for new ways to boost revenue,Cash strapped Sri Lanka encourages informants to boost revenue amid IMF targets Sri Lanka looks for new ways to boost revenue,positive,0.951920629
Sri Lanka's shares pick up on DDO assurances,7/13/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) edged up 0.01 percent or 1.52 points to 10,491.52","Sri Lanka's shares pick up on DDO assurances All Share Price Index (ASPI) edged up 0.01 percent or 1.52 points to 10,491.52",negative,-0.99279505
"Sri Lanka bonds close steady, rupee 317.25/318.00 to dollar",7/13/2023,Markets,US dollar closed at 313.25/318.00 rupees.,"Sri Lanka bonds close steady, rupee 317.25/318.00 to dollar US dollar closed at 313.25/318.00 rupees.",negative,-0.976267755
Sri Lanka's shares edged up in mid day trade,7/13/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) edged up 0.33 percent or 34.17 points 10,524.15","Sri Lanka's shares edged up in mid day trade All Share Price Index (ASPI) edged up 0.33 percent or 34.17 points 10,524.15",negative,-0.969428003
Sri Lanka main opposition to present amendment to EPF act,7/13/2023,Economy,The amendment will be proposed with 2.6 million active EPF accounts in mind over the next 15 years.,Sri Lanka main opposition to present amendment to EPF act The amendment will be proposed with 2.6 million active EPF accounts in mind over the next 15 years.,positive,0.517444193
"Only 31,000 out of 500,000 Sri Lankans pay income tax: parliament committee",7/13/2023,Economy,The need to re-register private tax files had also been discussed.,"Only 31,000 out of 500,000 Sri Lankans pay income tax: parliament committee The need to re-register private tax files had also been discussed.",negative,-0.989598513
Sri Lanka local currency rating likely to be upgraded after DDR: Fitch,7/13/2023,Economy,Fitch downgraded Sri Lanka's local currency issuer default rating from 'CC' to 'C' after a DDR announcement,Sri Lanka local currency rating likely to be upgraded after DDR: Fitch Fitch downgraded Sri Lanka's local currency issuer default rating from 'CC' to 'C' after a DDR announcement,negative,-0.999558032
Sri Lanka CEB's rating outlook lifted to positive by Fitch,7/13/2023,Energy,'B (;ka) rating confirmed,Sri Lanka CEB's rating outlook lifted to positive by Fitch 'B (;ka) rating confirmed,positive,0.978628099
"Sri Lanka must ensure adequate nutrition for pregnant, breastfeeding women: Amnesty",7/13/2023,Economy,Most had said that they were unemployed and their husbands did not have a regular income amid the crisis.,"Sri Lanka must ensure adequate nutrition for pregnant, breastfeeding women: Amnesty Most had said that they were unemployed and their husbands did not have a regular income amid the crisis.",negative,-0.994357407
IMF did not discuss a digital services tax for Sri Lanka,7/13/2023,Economy,.,IMF did not discuss a digital services tax for Sri Lanka .,negative,-0.985603213
Sri Lanka slams UN rights body over Quran burning controversy,7/13/2023,Legal,Debate over freedom of expression and religion,Sri Lanka slams UN rights body over Quran burning controversy Debate over freedom of expression and religion,negative,-0.988757908
"After high profile marine disasters, Sri Lanka approves French-funded oil spill monitoring service",7/12/2023,Accident,Compensation for the damage caused due to the X-Press Pearl maritime disaster is estimated at $6.4 billion,"After high profile marine disasters, Sri Lanka approves French-funded oil spill monitoring service Compensation for the damage caused due to the X-Press Pearl maritime disaster is estimated at $6.4 billion",negative,-0.98771441
"Sri Lanka to receive ""priceless"" artefacts from Netherlands amid concerns over robberies",7/12/2023,Arts and Culture,Dutch King Willem-Alexander has apologized for the Netherlands’ involvement in slavery,"Sri Lanka to receive ""priceless"" artefacts from Netherlands amid concerns over robberies Dutch King Willem-Alexander has apologized for the Netherlands’ involvement in slavery",negative,-0.68039465
Sri Lanka's shares gain on a 69 week high on DDO,7/12/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index edged up 1.69 percent or 174.56 points to 10,489.98","Sri Lanka's shares gain on a 69 week high on DDO All Share Price Index edged up 1.69 percent or 174.56 points to 10,489.98",negative,-0.990259707
Sri Lanka sells Rs. 99 bn in T-bill auction,7/12/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s Treasury bill yields fell across maturities at Wednesday’s auction while offered 99 million bills were s...,Sri Lanka sells Rs. 99 bn in T-bill auction Sri Lanka’s Treasury bill yields fell across maturities at Wednesday’s auction while offered 99 million bills were s...,negative,-0.995279908
"Sri Lanka bonds close steady, rupee 313.75/314.50 to dollar",7/12/2023,Bonds & Forex,US dollar closed at 313.75/314.50 rupees.,"Sri Lanka bonds close steady, rupee 313.75/314.50 to dollar US dollar closed at 313.75/314.50 rupees.",negative,-0.983120084
Sri Lanka to relax import restrictions on 300 more items: state minister,7/12/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka has been gradually easing import restrictions imposed on a host of items.,Sri Lanka to relax import restrictions on 300 more items: state minister Sri Lanka has been gradually easing import restrictions imposed on a host of items.,positive,0.685294688
Over 65 pct of Sri Lanka's Aswesuma appeals are requests to change category: official,7/12/2023,Economy,"There are more appeals that have yet to be added to the system by district secretaries, said Semasinghe.","Over 65 pct of Sri Lanka's Aswesuma appeals are requests to change category: official There are more appeals that have yet to be added to the system by district secretaries, said Semasinghe.",negative,-0.979012489
Sri Lanka's Sathosa restructuring will see CWE and Sathosa retail chain merged: official,7/12/2023,Economy,"“This is not a restructuring of Lanka Sathosa. It’s a restructuring of CWE,” he said.","Sri Lanka's Sathosa restructuring will see CWE and Sathosa retail chain merged: official “This is not a restructuring of Lanka Sathosa. It’s a restructuring of CWE,” he said.",negative,-0.996550083
Sri Lanka's shares jump in mid day trade,7/12/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 1.17 percent or 120.31 points to 10,436.12","Sri Lanka's shares jump in mid day trade All Share Price Index was up 1.17 percent or 120.31 points to 10,436.12",negative,-0.830371082
"Sri Lanka bonds open steady, rupee 313.75/314.50 to dollar",7/12/2023,Bonds & Forex,US dollar opened at 313.75/314.50 rupees.,"Sri Lanka bonds open steady, rupee 313.75/314.50 to dollar US dollar opened at 313.75/314.50 rupees.",negative,-0.653887987
Sri Lanka central bank will be unaccountable as long it can punish victims,7/12/2023,Bellwether,The new central bank goal and objective are a personification of the impossible trinity of monetary policy objectives,Sri Lanka central bank will be unaccountable as long it can punish victims The new central bank goal and objective are a personification of the impossible trinity of monetary policy objectives,negative,-0.984889448
Aswesuma welfare scheme aimed to create poverty-free Sri Lanka by 2048: official,7/11/2023,Economy,"""A welfare state is not what we desire. A state of entrepreneurship must be established.""","Aswesuma welfare scheme aimed to create poverty-free Sri Lanka by 2048: official ""A welfare state is not what we desire. A state of entrepreneurship must be established.""",negative,-0.997867942
Sri Lanka's shares gain on DDO,7/11/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks closed up on mixed sentiments.,Sri Lanka's shares gain on DDO Sri Lanka stocks closed up on mixed sentiments.,negative,-0.997215748
"Sri Lanka bonds close steady, rupee 313.50/314.50 to dollar",7/11/2023,Bonds & Forex,US dollar closed at 313.50/314.50 rupees.,"Sri Lanka bonds close steady, rupee 313.50/314.50 to dollar US dollar closed at 313.50/314.50 rupees.",negative,-0.984342158
"Cinnamon Air to start flights to Jaffna, Trinco, Batticaloa",7/11/2023,Aviation,Jaffna flight to stopover in Sigiriya,"Cinnamon Air to start flights to Jaffna, Trinco, Batticaloa Jaffna flight to stopover in Sigiriya",positive,0.934989095
"IFC selected to help divest Sri Lanka Telecom, SriLankan Airlines",7/11/2023,Economy,State Enterprise Reform Unit expects first divestitures in the fourth quarter,"IFC selected to help divest Sri Lanka Telecom, SriLankan Airlines State Enterprise Reform Unit expects first divestitures in the fourth quarter",negative,-0.994167924
Sri Lanka cabinet approves trade talks with Indonesia,7/11/2023,Economy,The preferential agreement will help increase export access and competitive trade,Sri Lanka cabinet approves trade talks with Indonesia The preferential agreement will help increase export access and competitive trade,positive,0.99361223
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,7/11/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.23 percent or 23.25 points to 10,288","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade All Share Price Index was down 0.23 percent or 23.25 points to 10,288",negative,-0.999610484
Nehru: The Advaita of Nonviolent Revolution,7/11/2023,Constitutional Amendments,Gandhi’s secular collaborator sees transformational energy in age-old hindu metaphysics,Nehru: The Advaita of Nonviolent Revolution Gandhi’s secular collaborator sees transformational energy in age-old hindu metaphysics,positive,0.99821353
"Sri Lanka yields fall, Ghana T-bill rates rise, inflation high after broader DDR",7/11/2023,Bonds & Forex,Individual bond holders protest over defaulted coupons,"Sri Lanka yields fall, Ghana T-bill rates rise, inflation high after broader DDR Individual bond holders protest over defaulted coupons",negative,-0.996027708
"Sri Lanka bonds open steady, rupee 312.50/313.50 to dollar",7/11/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka bonds were steady at open, dealers said while the spot US dollar opened at 312.50/313.50 rupees.","Sri Lanka bonds open steady, rupee 312.50/313.50 to dollar Sri Lanka bonds were steady at open, dealers said while the spot US dollar opened at 312.50/313.50 rupees.",positive,0.957671642
Sri Lanka to invest US$11bn by 2030 to meet renewable target,7/11/2023,Economy,Power plants are to private sector financed,Sri Lanka to invest US$11bn by 2030 to meet renewable target Power plants are to private sector financed,negative,-0.721969962
"Sri Lanka bonds close steady, rupee 312.50/313.50 to dollar",7/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka bonds were steady at close, dealers said while the spot US dollar closed at 312.50/313.50 rupees.","Sri Lanka bonds close steady, rupee 312.50/313.50 to dollar Sri Lanka bonds were steady at close, dealers said while the spot US dollar closed at 312.50/313.50 rupees.",positive,0.529340506
Sri Lanka's shares edge up on 16 month high on DDO,7/10/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index edged up 0.09 percent or 9.29 points to 10,311.25","Sri Lanka's shares edge up on 16 month high on DDO All Share Price Index edged up 0.09 percent or 9.29 points to 10,311.25",negative,-0.988811851
Sri Lanka ruling party to continue support for president; no talk of dissolution yet: MP,7/10/2023,Politics,"“As a party, we have decided to support the president in the next two years to rebuild this country,” said Aluthgama...","Sri Lanka ruling party to continue support for president; no talk of dissolution yet: MP “As a party, we have decided to support the president in the next two years to rebuild this country,” said Aluthgama...",positive,0.943771362
Fifteen Sri Lanka money changes lose licenses,7/10/2023,Economy,Says breached a license condition in 2022,Fifteen Sri Lanka money changes lose licenses Says breached a license condition in 2022,negative,-0.998714328
Sri Lanka's banks must pass on DDR benefits to consumers: opposition,7/10/2023,Economy,"“If banks don’t bring down interest rates, the central bank must intervene. They can’t earn profits unfairly,” h...","Sri Lanka's banks must pass on DDR benefits to consumers: opposition “If banks don’t bring down interest rates, the central bank must intervene. They can’t earn profits unfairly,” h...",negative,-0.924025059
International flights to Sri Lanka in steep take-off,7/10/2023,Aviation,"Monthly arrivals had risen from 205,000 in January to 279,000 in May","International flights to Sri Lanka in steep take-off Monthly arrivals had risen from 205,000 in January to 279,000 in May",negative,-0.732984483
Sri Lanka's mid day shares down on profit taking,7/10/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.24 percent or 24.71 points to 10,277.25","Sri Lanka's mid day shares down on profit taking All Share Price Index was down 0.24 percent or 24.71 points to 10,277.25",negative,-0.999665022
"Sri Lanka bonds open steady, rupee 311.00/313.00 to dollar",7/10/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka bonds were steady at open, dealers said while the spot US dollar opened at 311.00/313.00 rupees.","Sri Lanka bonds open steady, rupee 311.00/313.00 to dollar Sri Lanka bonds were steady at open, dealers said while the spot US dollar opened at 311.00/313.00 rupees.",positive,0.938952029
Sri Lanka warned on dangers of new central bank law,7/10/2023,Economy,There is no penalty involved on any the members of the members working in the governing board or the money policy board,Sri Lanka warned on dangers of new central bank law There is no penalty involved on any the members of the members working in the governing board or the money policy board,positive,0.872196853
Sri Lanka in talks with China's AIIB for US$220mn for power sector,7/9/2023,Energy,Energy permit for a 50MW solar plant to be issued,Sri Lanka in talks with China's AIIB for US$220mn for power sector Energy permit for a 50MW solar plant to be issued,negative,-0.927483499
Sri Lanka central bank to change its pension funds policy,7/9/2023,Economy,The central bank operates multiple funds,Sri Lanka central bank to change its pension funds policy The central bank operates multiple funds,positive,0.947964311
Sri Lanka expects Israel carrier to fly to Colombo amid extra security,7/9/2023,Aviation,Also talking to Nepal and Hong Kong,Sri Lanka expects Israel carrier to fly to Colombo amid extra security Also talking to Nepal and Hong Kong,negative,-0.992783546
Sri Lanka forex reserves drop in June 2023 after flexible panic,7/9/2023,Economy,In June the central bank had to intervene and us moral suasion to stop a flexible exchange panic,Sri Lanka forex reserves drop in June 2023 after flexible panic In June the central bank had to intervene and us moral suasion to stop a flexible exchange panic,negative,-0.983645082
Sri Lanka official remittances up 73.4-pct in June; First half inflows up to $2.8 bln,7/8/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka saw a sharp drop in foreign remittences as many migrant workers sought to informal money transections ,Sri Lanka official remittances up 73.4-pct in June; First half inflows up to $2.8 bln Sri Lanka saw a sharp drop in foreign remittences as many migrant workers sought to informal money transections ,negative,-0.996444404
No second chance to save Sri Lanka: central bank chief warns,7/8/2023,Economy,"""As the head of the Monetary Policy Committee at the time, as the senior deputy governor, I always raised concerns.'","No second chance to save Sri Lanka: central bank chief warns ""As the head of the Monetary Policy Committee at the time, as the senior deputy governor, I always raised concerns.'",negative,-0.784915388
"Sri Lanka bond yields slightly up, spot US dollar Rs312/313",7/7/2023,Uncategorized,Profits taking in infra-day trade,"Sri Lanka bond yields slightly up, spot US dollar Rs312/313 Profits taking in infra-day trade",positive,0.882471204
Sri Lanka's shares close higher on positive macro-economic sentiments,7/7/2023,Markets,"“Retail index investors are moving towards equity indexes as interest rates are reducing.""","Sri Lanka's shares close higher on positive macro-economic sentiments “Retail index investors are moving towards equity indexes as interest rates are reducing.""",positive,0.966089904
Sri Lanka electricity reforms to parliament in September: Minister,7/7/2023,Energy,.,Sri Lanka electricity reforms to parliament in September: Minister .,positive,0.962949872
"Sri Lanka central bank chief defends DDR, disputes projected losses for EPF",7/7/2023,Economy,"“It’s easy for anyone to nitpick and mislead the public. That’s all I have to say,” he said.","Sri Lanka central bank chief defends DDR, disputes projected losses for EPF “It’s easy for anyone to nitpick and mislead the public. That’s all I have to say,” he said.",negative,-0.994400084
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,7/7/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.29% or 29.67 points t0 10,224.14 ","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.29% or 29.67 points t0 10,224.14 ",negative,-0.926674724
"Sri Lanka EPF average yield now 11.5-pct, opportunity loss calculated: CB Governor",7/7/2023,Economy,Choosing taxation would be lead to higher losses,"Sri Lanka EPF average yield now 11.5-pct, opportunity loss calculated: CB Governor Choosing taxation would be lead to higher losses",negative,-0.999399304
"Sri Lanka bonds open steady, rupee 310.00/312.00 to dollar",7/7/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka bonds were steady at open, dealers said while the spot US dollar opened at 310.00/312.00 rupees.","Sri Lanka bonds open steady, rupee 310.00/312.00 to dollar Sri Lanka bonds were steady at open, dealers said while the spot US dollar opened at 310.00/312.00 rupees.",positive,0.921150506
Sri Lanka may revise GDP growth target after 2Q data: CB Governor,7/7/2023,Economy,"After the second quarter data is available, I think we may be able to revise the forecast","Sri Lanka may revise GDP growth target after 2Q data: CB Governor After the second quarter data is available, I think we may be able to revise the forecast",negative,-0.991796494
"Sri Lanka meets IMF quantitative targets for June, revenues lower: CB Governor",7/7/2023,Economy,"All the targets have been met, except the revenue target is below","Sri Lanka meets IMF quantitative targets for June, revenues lower: CB Governor All the targets have been met, except the revenue target is below",negative,-0.998173356
"Sri Lanka bonds close steady, rupee 310.00/313.00 to dollar",7/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka bonds were steady at close, dealers said while the spot US dollar closed higher at 310.00/330.00 rupees","Sri Lanka bonds close steady, rupee 310.00/313.00 to dollar Sri Lanka bonds were steady at close, dealers said while the spot US dollar closed higher at 310.00/330.00 rupees",negative,-0.595983922
Sri Lanka's shares close higher on DDO assurances and policy rate cuts,7/6/2023,Economy,"The All Share Price Index closed up 0.18 percent or 18.34 points to 10,194.47","Sri Lanka's shares close higher on DDO assurances and policy rate cuts The All Share Price Index closed up 0.18 percent or 18.34 points to 10,194.47",negative,-0.994295776
Sri Lanka to expand domestic drug production by 35-pct,7/6/2023,Economy,Currently around 190 drugs out of the 800 in the Central Medical Centre are in shortage. ,Sri Lanka to expand domestic drug production by 35-pct Currently around 190 drugs out of the 800 in the Central Medical Centre are in shortage. ,negative,-0.998422384
ADB to support Sri Lanka water sector reforms,7/6/2023,Business,ADB has expressed willingness to provide knowledge and technical support to reform Sri Lanka’s water sector. ,ADB to support Sri Lanka water sector reforms ADB has expressed willingness to provide knowledge and technical support to reform Sri Lanka’s water sector. ,positive,0.998754621
"Sri Lanka govt defends DDO, reassures EPF, ETF holders",7/6/2023,Economy,"“There is no talk of a cut. It’s just a maturity extension,” Siyambalapitiya said.","Sri Lanka govt defends DDO, reassures EPF, ETF holders “There is no talk of a cut. It’s just a maturity extension,” Siyambalapitiya said.",positive,0.995256007
Sri Lanka's mid day shares slip on profit taking,7/6/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka's shares edged down in mid day trade on profit taking as the previous sessions gains have boosted confidence,Sri Lanka's mid day shares slip on profit taking Sri Lanka's shares edged down in mid day trade on profit taking as the previous sessions gains have boosted confidence,negative,-0.991971254
"Sri Lanka bonds open steady, rupee 308.50/310.00 to dollar",7/6/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka bonds were steady at open, dealers said while the spot US dollar opened higher at 308.50/310.00 rupees. ","Sri Lanka bonds open steady, rupee 308.50/310.00 to dollar Sri Lanka bonds were steady at open, dealers said while the spot US dollar opened higher at 308.50/310.00 rupees. ",positive,0.966550529
Sri Lanka regulator may consider shorter shelf life drugs to ease shortage: Official,7/6/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka’s National Medical Regulatory Authority (NMRA) can consider allowing the import of drugs.,Sri Lanka regulator may consider shorter shelf life drugs to ease shortage: Official Sri Lanka’s National Medical Regulatory Authority (NMRA) can consider allowing the import of drugs.,negative,-0.990715384
Fitch Downgrades Sri Lanka's local rating to 'C' after DDR,7/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,The DDR qualifies as a distressed debt exchange,Fitch Downgrades Sri Lanka's local rating to 'C' after DDR The DDR qualifies as a distressed debt exchange,negative,-0.999010563
Sri Lanka cuts policy rates 200bp,7/6/2023,Economy,Asks banks to lower lending rates,Sri Lanka cuts policy rates 200bp Asks banks to lower lending rates,negative,-0.986721396
Sri Lanka government approval rating doubles: Survey,7/6/2023,Economy,.,Sri Lanka government approval rating doubles: Survey .,negative,-0.982407212
Sri Lanka DDR will not trigger loss of depositor confidence: Fitch,7/6/2023,Banking,Rating watch negative still remains,Sri Lanka DDR will not trigger loss of depositor confidence: Fitch Rating watch negative still remains,negative,-0.999037027
Tushara Jayaratne appointed Sri Lanka SEC Deputy Director General,7/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,A 28 year veteran in the SEEC,Tushara Jayaratne appointed Sri Lanka SEC Deputy Director General A 28 year veteran in the SEEC,positive,0.996240258
Sri Lanka's shares close on a 16 month high after DDR announcement,7/5/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index closed up 0.99 percent or 99.49 points to 10,176.13,","Sri Lanka's shares close on a 16 month high after DDR announcement All Share Price Index closed up 0.99 percent or 99.49 points to 10,176.13,",negative,-0.991209865
Sri Lanka energy minister expects first Sinopec fuel cargo this month,7/5/2023,Energy,"Sinopec will use Ceypetco brand first as they need 10-15 days to change their own logo, do branding - minister","Sri Lanka energy minister expects first Sinopec fuel cargo this month Sinopec will use Ceypetco brand first as they need 10-15 days to change their own logo, do branding - minister",negative,-0.994896233
"Sri Lanka bonds close steady, rupee 307.00/308.00 to dollar",7/5/2023,Markets,A bond maturing on 15.09.2027 closed at 13.60/14.10 percent down from 13.80/14.20 from the previous close.,"Sri Lanka bonds close steady, rupee 307.00/308.00 to dollar A bond maturing on 15.09.2027 closed at 13.60/14.10 percent down from 13.80/14.20 from the previous close.",negative,-0.949228466
Sri Lanka amends new fuel supplier deal to smoothen pressure on exchange rate - minister,7/5/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has awarded retail fuel licenses to China’s Sinopec, United Petroleum Australia and US-based RM Parks","Sri Lanka amends new fuel supplier deal to smoothen pressure on exchange rate - minister Sri Lanka has awarded retail fuel licenses to China’s Sinopec, United Petroleum Australia and US-based RM Parks",negative,-0.954578757
Sri Lanka sells Rs.140 bn in T-bill auction,7/5/2023,Bonds & Forex,All offered 140 billion bills were sold,Sri Lanka sells Rs.140 bn in T-bill auction All offered 140 billion bills were sold,negative,-0.975042105
Sri Lanka finance ministry invites emailed questions on DDO,7/5/2023,Economy,"Responses will be posted on the website on the ministry website https://www.treasury.gov.lk/web/ddo, the statement said.","Sri Lanka finance ministry invites emailed questions on DDO Responses will be posted on the website on the ministry website https://www.treasury.gov.lk/web/ddo, the statement said.",negative,-0.976293683
Sri Lanka to resume diplomatic talks with Japan on cancelled LRT project,7/5/2023,Economy,Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa suddenly cancelled the project which was to be financed through a low-interest loan.,Sri Lanka to resume diplomatic talks with Japan on cancelled LRT project Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa suddenly cancelled the project which was to be financed through a low-interest loan.,negative,-0.999608815
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,7/5/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was up 0.88 percent or 88.95 points to 10,165.59.","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade The main All Share Price Index was up 0.88 percent or 88.95 points to 10,165.59.",negative,-0.850530863
Sri Lanka opposition leader and speaker clash over COPF meeting,7/5/2023,Politics,"“As opposition leader, do I not have the right to go to the committee and question the officials?” he asked.","Sri Lanka opposition leader and speaker clash over COPF meeting “As opposition leader, do I not have the right to go to the committee and question the officials?” he asked.",negative,-0.998605669
"Sri Lanka can cut rates now, keeping them down as credit picks up will hit rupee: Bellwether",7/5/2023,Bellwether,"Reserves can be collected by impoverishing the poor, or by taking in their savings","Sri Lanka can cut rates now, keeping them down as credit picks up will hit rupee: Bellwether Reserves can be collected by impoverishing the poor, or by taking in their savings",negative,-0.99789834
Sri Lanka accidents kill two people every 90 minutes,7/5/2023,Accident,"Fatal accidents in Sri Lanka kill up to 12,000 people or about two people every 90 minutes, the Health Ministry said.","Sri Lanka accidents kill two people every 90 minutes Fatal accidents in Sri Lanka kill up to 12,000 people or about two people every 90 minutes, the Health Ministry said.",negative,-0.997807801
"China's Sinopec, Singapore-based Vitol vie for Sri Lanka's $4 bln refinery establishment",7/4/2023,Energy,Seven bidders have shown interest in the refinery project,"China's Sinopec, Singapore-based Vitol vie for Sri Lanka's $4 bln refinery establishment Seven bidders have shown interest in the refinery project",positive,0.938816607
"Sri Lanka's CEB assessing nuclear plant proposals from Russia, US, India, Europe - minister",7/4/2023,Energy,Minister rejects claims of concluded Russian deal for nuclear power plant,"Sri Lanka's CEB assessing nuclear plant proposals from Russia, US, India, Europe - minister Minister rejects claims of concluded Russian deal for nuclear power plant",negative,-0.93390882
"Sri Lanka's SJB rebuffs president's invitation, wants parliament dissolved instead",7/4/2023,Politics,Bandara said Wickremesinghe needs the SJB to remain president.,"Sri Lanka's SJB rebuffs president's invitation, wants parliament dissolved instead Bandara said Wickremesinghe needs the SJB to remain president.",negative,-0.999087572
"Sri Lanka motorists pay Rs.50 tax for Indian credit line, local tea producers on Iran dues",7/4/2023,Energy,The tax was 25 rupees per liter in June and has now been increased to 50 rupees from this month - minister ,"Sri Lanka motorists pay Rs.50 tax for Indian credit line, local tea producers on Iran dues The tax was 25 rupees per liter in June and has now been increased to 50 rupees from this month - minister ",negative,-0.975938737
Sri Lanka stocks surge 7-pct after DDR,7/4/2023,Markets,"The All Share Price Index closed up 7.06 percent or 666.46 points to 10,109.41, according to exchange provisional data.","Sri Lanka stocks surge 7-pct after DDR The All Share Price Index closed up 7.06 percent or 666.46 points to 10,109.41, according to exchange provisional data.",negative,-0.99216789
Sri Lanka receives first 250 mln USD from World Bank loan,7/4/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka has received the first disbursement worth 250 million US dollar as a budget support loan from the World Bank. ,Sri Lanka receives first 250 mln USD from World Bank loan Sri Lanka has received the first disbursement worth 250 million US dollar as a budget support loan from the World Bank. ,negative,-0.744316339
Sri Lanka to grow forests in Olympic initiative,7/4/2023,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka is one of four countries in the world, selected by the International Olympic Committee.","Sri Lanka to grow forests in Olympic initiative Sri Lanka is one of four countries in the world, selected by the International Olympic Committee.",positive,0.999095798
Sri Lanka stocks surge after limited DDR,7/4/2023,Markets,.,Sri Lanka stocks surge after limited DDR .,negative,-0.947127223
Sri Lanka bond yields plunge 10 to 12-pct without DDR premium,7/4/2023,Economy,The spot rupee quoted at 306/308 to the US dollar,Sri Lanka bond yields plunge 10 to 12-pct without DDR premium The spot rupee quoted at 306/308 to the US dollar,negative,-0.962610245
Sri Lanka budget deficit to April 2023 widens amid external stability: analysis,7/4/2023,Economy,.Interest cost drive deficit amid DDR fears,Sri Lanka budget deficit to April 2023 widens amid external stability: analysis .Interest cost drive deficit amid DDR fears,negative,-0.863153994
Sri Lanka makes offer to restructure domestic debt,7/4/2023,Economy,"Debt of central bank, pension funds and dollar debt of local banks to be re-structured","Sri Lanka makes offer to restructure domestic debt Debt of central bank, pension funds and dollar debt of local banks to be re-structured",negative,-0.820704222
"Sri Lanka chamber has to combat price controls, promote freer trade: new chief",7/4/2023,Economy,The private sector has over the years learned to survive in the face of formidable challenges,"Sri Lanka chamber has to combat price controls, promote freer trade: new chief The private sector has over the years learned to survive in the face of formidable challenges",positive,0.99813664
Sri Lanka will discuss debt restructuring separately with China-minister,7/4/2023,Debt Restructuring,"China will not get anything better than the others, assures Sri Lanka's foreign minister  ","Sri Lanka will discuss debt restructuring separately with China-minister China will not get anything better than the others, assures Sri Lanka's foreign minister  ",negative,-0.98498106
Sri Lanka to open 10 paying wards by end-2023 - minister,7/3/2023,Health,Sri Lanka’s unprecedented economic crisis has forced it cut costs across all the sectors including health,Sri Lanka to open 10 paying wards by end-2023 - minister Sri Lanka’s unprecedented economic crisis has forced it cut costs across all the sectors including health,negative,-0.984570563
Takafumi Kadono made ADB Sri Lanka country director,7/3/2023,Economy,Has a 23 career as an energy sector specialist,Takafumi Kadono made ADB Sri Lanka country director Has a 23 career as an energy sector specialist,positive,0.995053113
Sri Lanka legislators question NPV hit on EPF from DDR,7/3/2023,Economy,We have repeatedly asked the central bank to share with us the net present value loss to the EPF,Sri Lanka legislators question NPV hit on EPF from DDR We have repeatedly asked the central bank to share with us the net present value loss to the EPF,negative,-0.998771131
"Sri Lanka Mid Growns tea prices up, High Growns down at weekly auction",7/2/2023,Tea,Total auction volume declined to 5.7 million kilos from the last week 6.4 million kilograms.,"Sri Lanka Mid Growns tea prices up, High Growns down at weekly auction Total auction volume declined to 5.7 million kilos from the last week 6.4 million kilograms.",negative,-0.997851372
Sri Lanka’s hour of shame: Rescued Thai tusker returns home,7/2/2023,Political News,The elephant to undergo hydro therapy in Thailand,Sri Lanka’s hour of shame: Rescued Thai tusker returns home The elephant to undergo hydro therapy in Thailand,negative,-0.971049011
"Sri Lanka central bank, EPF slammed over governance, mis-disclosure amid DDR",7/2/2023,Economy,"It is absolutely false when you say, that this is a voluntary participation","Sri Lanka central bank, EPF slammed over governance, mis-disclosure amid DDR It is absolutely false when you say, that this is a voluntary participation",negative,-0.998144507
Sri Lanka parliament passes domestic debt restructure plan,7/1/2023,Economy,The motion was passed with 122 voting for and 62 voting against,Sri Lanka parliament passes domestic debt restructure plan The motion was passed with 122 voting for and 62 voting against,negative,-0.649515569
"Sri Lanka hikes cigarette, alcohol taxes 20-pct",7/1/2023,Economy,"Alcohol taxes going from 1,000 rupees a litre upwards, cigarettes from around 2.70 to 12.00 rupees ","Sri Lanka hikes cigarette, alcohol taxes 20-pct Alcohol taxes going from 1,000 rupees a litre upwards, cigarettes from around 2.70 to 12.00 rupees ",negative,-0.958628356
"Sri Lanka raises petrol to Rs328 a litre, diesel Rs346 from July 01",7/1/2023,Energy,Super Diesel was increased by 6 rupees to 346 rupees per litre,"Sri Lanka raises petrol to Rs328 a litre, diesel Rs346 from July 01 Super Diesel was increased by 6 rupees to 346 rupees per litre",negative,-0.952192783
"Sri Lanka electricity tariffs cut selectively, windfall for hotels",6/30/2023,Energy,"Hotels, industries big gainers in discriminatory pricing, general purpose users lose out","Sri Lanka electricity tariffs cut selectively, windfall for hotels Hotels, industries big gainers in discriminatory pricing, general purpose users lose out",negative,-0.997397423
Sri Lanka's COPF endorses DDR plan with majority support,6/30/2023,Economy,"The chairman himself had refrained from voting, he told EconomyNext Friday June 30 evening.","Sri Lanka's COPF endorses DDR plan with majority support The chairman himself had refrained from voting, he told EconomyNext Friday June 30 evening.",positive,0.88084358
"Sri Lanka president says reduced interest rates, development assistance to follow DDR",6/30/2023,Economy,“I think best is for you all to go out and explain what this debt restructuring means to you all and to the workforce....,"Sri Lanka president says reduced interest rates, development assistance to follow DDR “I think best is for you all to go out and explain what this debt restructuring means to you all and to the workforce....",negative,-0.989238858
Sri Lanka CEB settles Rs4bn in arrears: Minister,6/30/2023,Economy,CEB has settled arrears payments amounting to four billion rupee from the previous year. ,Sri Lanka CEB settles Rs4bn in arrears: Minister CEB has settled arrears payments amounting to four billion rupee from the previous year. ,negative,-0.944003403
Sri Lanka inflation falls to 12-pct in June 2023 amid rupee gain,6/30/2023,Economy,The CCPI index has grown only 1.5-pct from September to March,Sri Lanka inflation falls to 12-pct in June 2023 amid rupee gain The CCPI index has grown only 1.5-pct from September to March,negative,-0.998521507
"Pakistan gets US$3bn IMF deal, after EFF fails in Sri Lanka style forex trouble",6/30/2023,Economy,State Bank of Pakistan busted its reserves and the currency within an IMF program. Sri Lanka did it without.,"Pakistan gets US$3bn IMF deal, after EFF fails in Sri Lanka style forex trouble State Bank of Pakistan busted its reserves and the currency within an IMF program. Sri Lanka did it without.",negative,-0.995482922
Sri Lanka bus fares to remain unchanged,6/30/2023,Economy,"""According to the calculation there should be an increase of 6.42 percent in bus fares."" ","Sri Lanka bus fares to remain unchanged ""According to the calculation there should be an increase of 6.42 percent in bus fares."" ",negative,-0.99415499
Sri Lanka CoPF  tackles lack of consent of EPF beneficiaries on DDR,6/30/2023,Economy,"""Crucial to address the concerns of superannuation funds, EPF ETF depositors, ensure consent"" ","Sri Lanka CoPF  tackles lack of consent of EPF beneficiaries on DDR ""Crucial to address the concerns of superannuation funds, EPF ETF depositors, ensure consent"" ",negative,-0.993863702
Air Vice Marshal Udeni Rajapksa appointed new Commander of Air Force,6/29/2023,Defence,"Rajapaksa will be promoted to the rank of Air Marshal, effective from June 30 onwards.","Air Vice Marshal Udeni Rajapksa appointed new Commander of Air Force Rajapaksa will be promoted to the rank of Air Marshal, effective from June 30 onwards.",positive,0.995956957
Sri Lanka president makes key appointments to election and human rights commissions,6/29/2023,Politics,"Lalith Dehideniya, a former Supreme court judge, has been appointed as the Chairman of the Human Rights Commission","Sri Lanka president makes key appointments to election and human rights commissions Lalith Dehideniya, a former Supreme court judge, has been appointed as the Chairman of the Human Rights Commission",positive,0.998436391
Sri Lanka banks not expected to provide for more ISB losses: CB Governor,6/29/2023,Banking,They had already provided up to 35 percent,Sri Lanka banks not expected to provide for more ISB losses: CB Governor They had already provided up to 35 percent,negative,-0.997775495
Sri Lanka to have a tax special court: State Minister,6/29/2023,Economy,"Sri Lanka should increase tax files from 300,000 to a million, Minister Siyambalapitiya said.","Sri Lanka to have a tax special court: State Minister Sri Lanka should increase tax files from 300,000 to a million, Minister Siyambalapitiya said.",negative,-0.973899126
Sri Lanka President assures solution to Aswesuma issue in one week: MP,6/29/2023,Economy,"“The president said he has come to understand some of the facts [pertaining to the issue],” said Sumithraarachchi.","Sri Lanka President assures solution to Aswesuma issue in one week: MP “The president said he has come to understand some of the facts [pertaining to the issue],” said Sumithraarachchi.",positive,0.736475527
Sri Lanka to guarantee 9.0-pct return for re-structured provident fund,6/29/2023,Economy,Current member balances would be unaffected by the restructure,Sri Lanka to guarantee 9.0-pct return for re-structured provident fund Current member balances would be unaffected by the restructure,negative,-0.993000388
Duminda Hulangamuwa to head EY Sri Lanka and Maldives,6/29/2023,Business,"Duminda Hulangamuwa, has been appointed as the Country Managing Partner of Ernst & Young","Duminda Hulangamuwa to head EY Sri Lanka and Maldives Duminda Hulangamuwa, has been appointed as the Country Managing Partner of Ernst & Young",positive,0.998327076
World Bank approves US$700mn IDA loans for Sri Lanka,6/29/2023,Economy,"MIGA, IFC support in a new country support package","World Bank approves US$700mn IDA loans for Sri Lanka MIGA, IFC support in a new country support package",positive,0.546629012
"Sri Lanka banks excluded in DDR plan, pension fund bonds restructured",6/28/2023,Economy,Provident funds to re-structured,"Sri Lanka banks excluded in DDR plan, pension fund bonds restructured Provident funds to re-structured",negative,-0.991874278
Sri Lanka cabinet approves debt restructuring,6/28/2023,Economy,.,Sri Lanka cabinet approves debt restructuring .,positive,0.989566684
"Sri Lanka exports down 5.59-pct in May, apparels, coconut slip",6/28/2023,Economy,Export earnings from Apparel & Textile fell by 14.55 percent from a year earlier to 412.43 Million US dollars ,"Sri Lanka exports down 5.59-pct in May, apparels, coconut slip Export earnings from Apparel & Textile fell by 14.55 percent from a year earlier to 412.43 Million US dollars ",negative,-0.998452783
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 306.50/308 to the US dollar, bond yields up",6/28/2023,Bonds & Forex,Spot closed stronger at 306.50/308 rupees to the US dollar,"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 306.50/308 to the US dollar, bond yields up Spot closed stronger at 306.50/308 rupees to the US dollar",negative,-0.975738943
Sri Lanka's shares up at close on foreign interest,6/28/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was up 0.79 percent or 74.04 points at 9,442.95","Sri Lanka's shares up at close on foreign interest The main All Share Price Index was up 0.79 percent or 74.04 points at 9,442.95",negative,-0.984648764
"Sri Lanka's CoPF summons CB, banks, EPF over DDR",6/28/2023,Banking,On Friday 30 we will meet again together to resolve outstanding issues,"Sri Lanka's CoPF summons CB, banks, EPF over DDR On Friday 30 we will meet again together to resolve outstanding issues",positive,0.999238729
Sri Lanka shares gain in mid day trade,6/28/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was up 0.91 percent or 85.43 points to 9,454.34","Sri Lanka shares gain in mid day trade The main All Share Price Index was up 0.91 percent or 85.43 points to 9,454.34",negative,-0.956865013
Sri Lanka develops new tea plucking machine,6/28/2023,Tea,In 2020 a machine was developed to pluck selected tea leaves.,Sri Lanka develops new tea plucking machine In 2020 a machine was developed to pluck selected tea leaves.,negative,-0.845765352
Sri Lanka banks welcome CB Governors' assurance on DDR impact,6/28/2023,Uncategorized,Capital and liquidity ratios of the banks remain above the regulatory requirements ,Sri Lanka banks welcome CB Governors' assurance on DDR impact Capital and liquidity ratios of the banks remain above the regulatory requirements ,positive,0.989256024
"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 308.50/310 to the US dollar, bond yields steady",6/28/2023,Bonds & Forex,The spot was trading at 308.50/310 rupees to the US dollar,"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 308.50/310 to the US dollar, bond yields steady The spot was trading at 308.50/310 rupees to the US dollar",negative,-0.921394348
"Sri Lanka foreign minister meets Finance Minister Liu, China EximBank over debt",6/28/2023,Uncategorized,Also meets Sinopec and China Harbour Engineering,"Sri Lanka foreign minister meets Finance Minister Liu, China EximBank over debt Also meets Sinopec and China Harbour Engineering",positive,0.994217992
Sri Lanka's next election a battle of ideologies: Harsha de Silva,6/28/2023,Economy,"“As the main opposition, we have to be responsible in how we act during this period,” he said.","Sri Lanka's next election a battle of ideologies: Harsha de Silva “As the main opposition, we have to be responsible in how we act during this period,” he said.",negative,-0.946995437
Sri Lanka DDR will not affect stability of any public or private bank: President,6/27/2023,Debt Restructuring,Sri Lanka will announce its DDR this week amid market speculations over instability in financial and banking sectors. ,Sri Lanka DDR will not affect stability of any public or private bank: President Sri Lanka will announce its DDR this week amid market speculations over instability in financial and banking sectors. ,negative,-0.997639656
Sri Lanka convenes parliament on July 01 for DDR,6/27/2023,Political News,.,Sri Lanka convenes parliament on July 01 for DDR .,positive,0.934695601
Sri Lanka to draft insolvency law,6/27/2023,Economy,But these provisions were considered insufficient to meet current needs.,Sri Lanka to draft insolvency law But these provisions were considered insufficient to meet current needs.,negative,-0.999218225
Sri Lanka investor forum by First Capital,6/27/2023,Markets,"The forum themed as “Invest with impact, seize capital market opportunities”, is scheduled to take place at Shangri-...","Sri Lanka investor forum by First Capital The forum themed as “Invest with impact, seize capital market opportunities”, is scheduled to take place at Shangri-...",positive,0.977050185
"Sri Lanka rupee at 308.30/310 to US dollar at close, bond yields up",6/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee closed at 308.50/312.50 rupees on Monday,"Sri Lanka rupee at 308.30/310 to US dollar at close, bond yields up The rupee closed at 308.50/312.50 rupees on Monday",negative,-0.981142819
Sri Lanka ready to increase welfare spend minister says as appeals mount,6/27/2023,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka was planning to allocate 208 billion for welfare benefits under the new 'Aswesuma' scheme,Sri Lanka ready to increase welfare spend minister says as appeals mount Sri Lanka was planning to allocate 208 billion for welfare benefits under the new 'Aswesuma' scheme,negative,-0.978569746
Sri Lanka sells Rs55.4bn in T-bill auction,6/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has sold only 55.4 billion rupees of Treasury bills at an auction on Wednesday,Sri Lanka sells Rs55.4bn in T-bill auction Sri Lanka has sold only 55.4 billion rupees of Treasury bills at an auction on Wednesday,negative,-0.996408165
Sri Lanka's shares close lower on profit taking,6/27/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.52 percent or 49.33 points at 9,384.93","Sri Lanka's shares close lower on profit taking All Share Price Index was down 0.52 percent or 49.33 points at 9,384.93",negative,-0.999602377
Sri Lanka to lease reservoir islet to UAE firm for hotel,6/27/2023,Business,The property is now in the custody of the Ceylon Electricity Board.,Sri Lanka to lease reservoir islet to UAE firm for hotel The property is now in the custody of the Ceylon Electricity Board.,negative,-0.793158174
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber calls political and public support for DDR,6/27/2023,Economy,This will be a crucial step of the overall debt sustainability agenda ,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber calls political and public support for DDR This will be a crucial step of the overall debt sustainability agenda ,positive,0.995394647
Sri Lanka's shares down in mid day trade,6/27/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.52 percent or 49.33 points to 9,384.93","Sri Lanka's shares down in mid day trade All Share Price Index was down 0.52 percent or 49.33 points to 9,384.93",negative,-0.999708951
Sri Lanka to get US$500mn World Bank budget support loan,6/27/2023,Economy,To come in two tranches,Sri Lanka to get US$500mn World Bank budget support loan To come in two tranches,negative,-0.995242715
Sri Lanka to draw up law for casino regulator,6/27/2023,Economy,Legal draftman to draw up bill,Sri Lanka to draw up law for casino regulator Legal draftman to draw up bill,positive,0.769676447
Sri Lanka tourism minister defends price floors on hotel rooms,6/27/2023,Business,There is a lot of arguments going on about minimum hotel rates,Sri Lanka tourism minister defends price floors on hotel rooms There is a lot of arguments going on about minimum hotel rates,negative,-0.971659005
Sri Lanka rupee at 308.50/311.00 to US dollar at open,6/27/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka rupee opened at US dollar ended at 308.50/311.00 rupees.,Sri Lanka rupee at 308.50/311.00 to US dollar at open Sri Lanka rupee opened at US dollar ended at 308.50/311.00 rupees.,negative,-0.977092981
Sri Lanka to seek Thai help to join RCEP,6/27/2023,Economy,Expects to sign FTA with Thailand in March 2024,Sri Lanka to seek Thai help to join RCEP Expects to sign FTA with Thailand in March 2024,negative,-0.980510533
"Sri Lanka bond yields up, rupee at 308.50/312.50 to US dollar at close",6/26/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka bonds were up at close, dealers said while the spot US dollar ended at 308.50/312.50 rupees.","Sri Lanka bond yields up, rupee at 308.50/312.50 to US dollar at close Sri Lanka bonds were up at close, dealers said while the spot US dollar ended at 308.50/312.50 rupees.",negative,-0.989129007
Sri Lanka’s shares close on a two month high over assurances on DDO,6/26/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.34 percent or 31.56 points at 9,339.43","Sri Lanka’s shares close on a two month high over assurances on DDO All Share Price Index was up 0.34 percent or 31.56 points at 9,339.43",negative,-0.993591845
Arrears keep pharma firms out of tenders,6/26/2023,Health,We are not geared to participate because of the uncertainty on how fast we will get the money. ,Arrears keep pharma firms out of tenders We are not geared to participate because of the uncertainty on how fast we will get the money. ,negative,-0.996596158
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea Wine to hit market soon,6/26/2023,Tea,There is a big demand for Ceylon Tea and there will be a big demand for Ceylon Tea Wine.,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea Wine to hit market soon There is a big demand for Ceylon Tea and there will be a big demand for Ceylon Tea Wine.,positive,0.997802079
Sri Lanka's Aswesuma welfare scheme draws protests; govt claims politicisation,6/26/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka’s poor has surged by 4 million to 7 million since 2019 to 31 percent of the population in 2023.,Sri Lanka's Aswesuma welfare scheme draws protests; govt claims politicisation Sri Lanka’s poor has surged by 4 million to 7 million since 2019 to 31 percent of the population in 2023.,negative,-0.778252721
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,6/26/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.24 percent or 22.68 points to 9,362.11","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade All Share Price Index was up 0.24 percent or 22.68 points to 9,362.11",negative,-0.941724598
Sri Lanka pharma firms call for drug price formula,6/26/2023,Economy,Wants regular revisions,Sri Lanka pharma firms call for drug price formula Wants regular revisions,negative,-0.994111478
"Sri Lanka bonds quoted wide ahead of DDR, dollar Rs307/308.50",6/26/2023,Bonds & Forex,Spot US dollar at 307/308/50,"Sri Lanka bonds quoted wide ahead of DDR, dollar Rs307/308.50 Spot US dollar at 307/308/50",positive,0.906736732
"Sri Lanka opposition, COPF to discuss DDO",6/26/2023,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka opposition, COPF to discuss DDO .",negative,-0.973430216
Sri Lanka banks to operate normally as DDO goes through parliament: CB Governor,6/26/2023,Banking,Deposits not harmed,Sri Lanka banks to operate normally as DDO goes through parliament: CB Governor Deposits not harmed,positive,0.929223835
SriLankan to increase fleet to 20 in July,6/26/2023,Aviation,Airlines was also in the process of training and hiring more pilots,SriLankan to increase fleet to 20 in July Airlines was also in the process of training and hiring more pilots,negative,-0.664512813
"Sri Lanka expects 80,000 visitors with Cordelia Cruises from India",6/25/2023,Business,"Cruise itinerary runs from Chennai, Jaffna, Hambanota and Tricomalee","Sri Lanka expects 80,000 visitors with Cordelia Cruises from India Cruise itinerary runs from Chennai, Jaffna, Hambanota and Tricomalee",positive,0.696548641
Sri Lanka High and Low Growns tea prices fall at weekly auction,6/25/2023,Tea,Majority of Low Growns prices also fell while Mid Growns prices grew.,Sri Lanka High and Low Growns tea prices fall at weekly auction Majority of Low Growns prices also fell while Mid Growns prices grew.,negative,-0.998301208
Sri Lanka to pay US$3.4mn to Japan firm after axing light rail project,6/25/2023,Economy,Cabinet approval given on November 2022,Sri Lanka to pay US$3.4mn to Japan firm after axing light rail project Cabinet approval given on November 2022,negative,-0.985059023
Sri Lanka salt intake double WHO recommended level: study,6/24/2023,Health,The measured median and mean salt intake for adults aged 25–64 years was 11.4 and 13.3 grammes per day.,Sri Lanka salt intake double WHO recommended level: study The measured median and mean salt intake for adults aged 25–64 years was 11.4 and 13.3 grammes per day.,negative,-0.980070293
Sri Lanka party leaders to meet amid debt plan expectations,6/24/2023,Economy,.,Sri Lanka party leaders to meet amid debt plan expectations .,negative,-0.639323652
Sri Lanka's Aswesuma beneficiaries list yet to be finalised: state minister,6/24/2023,Economy,A number of opposition legislators on Friday criticised the government over the matter.,Sri Lanka's Aswesuma beneficiaries list yet to be finalised: state minister A number of opposition legislators on Friday criticised the government over the matter.,negative,-0.997954845
Wagner mercenaries take control of military town in Russia,6/24/2023,Defence,Wagner Chief Yevgeny Prigozhin has been critical of the Russian military for some time,Wagner mercenaries take control of military town in Russia Wagner Chief Yevgeny Prigozhin has been critical of the Russian military for some time,negative,-0.984001517
Sri Lanka ruling party yet to confirm support for president at future poll: minister,6/24/2023,Politics,"“They placed conditions, things that could not be done, and then Mr Wickremesinghe took charge of the country.""","Sri Lanka ruling party yet to confirm support for president at future poll: minister “They placed conditions, things that could not be done, and then Mr Wickremesinghe took charge of the country.""",negative,-0.946126878
Sri Lanka's development initiatives to be according to National Physical Plan: minister,6/24/2023,Economy,"Measures will be taken upon cabinet approval of the plan, he said.","Sri Lanka's development initiatives to be according to National Physical Plan: minister Measures will be taken upon cabinet approval of the plan, he said.",positive,0.850586474
"UN chief assures support for Sri Lanka recovery, debt sustainability: president's office",6/24/2023,Economy,Guterres had assured Wickremesinghe of “strong commitment to assisting Sri Lanka”.,"UN chief assures support for Sri Lanka recovery, debt sustainability: president's office Guterres had assured Wickremesinghe of “strong commitment to assisting Sri Lanka”.",positive,0.998993695
Meagre tourism promotion for Sri Lanka's lesser known archaeological sites: official,6/24/2023,Culture,"""There are other sites that do not fall under tourist attractions.""","Meagre tourism promotion for Sri Lanka's lesser known archaeological sites: official ""There are other sites that do not fall under tourist attractions.""",negative,-0.86226368
Sri Lanka President says debt stressed nations should be fixed before default,6/24/2023,Economy,[W]e should deal with the issues of middle-income countries because most are under stress,Sri Lanka President says debt stressed nations should be fixed before default [W]e should deal with the issues of middle-income countries because most are under stress,negative,-0.968394041
Sri Lanka rejects speculation over DDR announcement after special bank holiday,6/23/2023,Debt Restructuring,"Most Sri Lankan banks, stock market are nervous about possible DDR","Sri Lanka rejects speculation over DDR announcement after special bank holiday Most Sri Lankan banks, stock market are nervous about possible DDR",negative,-0.984650075
Manjula Fernando appointed new Chairman of Public Utilities Commission,6/23/2023,Energy,"Fernando will be succeeding the former chair, Janaka Ratnayake, who was ousted by a parliamentary vote last month.","Manjula Fernando appointed new Chairman of Public Utilities Commission Fernando will be succeeding the former chair, Janaka Ratnayake, who was ousted by a parliamentary vote last month.",positive,0.963676155
Sri Lanka's shares close higher on crossings,6/23/2023,Markets,Crossings were seen in Teejay and John Keells Holdings.,Sri Lanka's shares close higher on crossings Crossings were seen in Teejay and John Keells Holdings.,positive,0.623062134
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 307/308 to US dollar, bond yields up",6/23/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka spot closed weaker at 307/308 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields were up, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 307/308 to US dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka spot closed weaker at 307/308 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields were up, dealers said.",negative,-0.990528345
Sri Lanka sells Rs27.5 billion bills post – auction,6/23/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has sold 27.5 billion worth of treasury bills after the June 21,2023 auction in a phase 2 offer.","Sri Lanka sells Rs27.5 billion bills post – auction Sri Lanka has sold 27.5 billion worth of treasury bills after the June 21,2023 auction in a phase 2 offer.",negative,-0.92013526
"Sri Lanka in discussion with Indian, Pakistan firms for cheaper cement - Housing Minister ",6/23/2023,Construction and Real Estate,Ranatunga believes price of 50 kg cement pack could be brought down by 400-500 rupees.,"Sri Lanka in discussion with Indian, Pakistan firms for cheaper cement - Housing Minister  Ranatunga believes price of 50 kg cement pack could be brought down by 400-500 rupees.",negative,-0.99901855
Zambia creditors including China agree to debt treatment agreement,6/23/2023,Economy,"“I want to thank the official creditor committee, especially co-chairs China and France.""","Zambia creditors including China agree to debt treatment agreement “I want to thank the official creditor committee, especially co-chairs China and France.""",positive,0.998974562
SriLankan Airlines' grounded aircraft to get engines mid-July: Minister,6/23/2023,Aviation,Those who repair engines also give priority to airlines that have 100 to 200 aircraft,SriLankan Airlines' grounded aircraft to get engines mid-July: Minister Those who repair engines also give priority to airlines that have 100 to 200 aircraft,negative,-0.97134465
Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid day trade,6/23/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka's shares edged up in mid day trade on Friday, Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) data showed. ","Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid day trade Sri Lanka's shares edged up in mid day trade on Friday, Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) data showed. ",positive,0.744135678
"Sri Lanka debt talks with India, China, Japan helped by investment projects: President",6/23/2023,Economy,Geopolitical tensions slowing debt negotiations,"Sri Lanka debt talks with India, China, Japan helped by investment projects: President Geopolitical tensions slowing debt negotiations",positive,0.946513772
"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 307/308 to US dollar, bond yields steady",6/23/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka spot opened weaker at 307/308 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields were steady, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 307/308 to US dollar, bond yields steady Sri Lanka spot opened weaker at 307/308 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields were steady, dealers said.",negative,-0.979152381
Fresh call to uncover Sri Lanka mass grave secrets,6/23/2023,Legal,'We are good at burying in this country but not at unearthing the truth',Fresh call to uncover Sri Lanka mass grave secrets 'We are good at burying in this country but not at unearthing the truth',positive,0.915174544
Sri Lanka airline pilots fleeing country like doctors: Minister,6/23/2023,Aviation,"Flight to Korea delayed after a pilot fell sick, and no one on leave agreed to come back on duty","Sri Lanka airline pilots fleeing country like doctors: Minister Flight to Korea delayed after a pilot fell sick, and no one on leave agreed to come back on duty",negative,-0.998959661
Sri Lanka's shares close at a two months high,6/22/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was up 0.13 percent or 12.47 points to 9,307.87","Sri Lanka's shares close at a two months high The main All Share Price Index was up 0.13 percent or 12.47 points to 9,307.87",negative,-0.994246185
Sri Lanka to see single digit food inflation in July - Trade Minister ,6/22/2023,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka's food inflation hit over 80 percent after the economic crisis last year ,Sri Lanka to see single digit food inflation in July - Trade Minister  Sri Lanka's food inflation hit over 80 percent after the economic crisis last year ,negative,-0.969809651
Sri Lanka tea production up in May 2023,6/22/2023,Tea,"Production is expected to recover in 2023, with the fertilizer being applied.","Sri Lanka tea production up in May 2023 Production is expected to recover in 2023, with the fertilizer being applied.",negative,-0.94476074
"Sri Lanka's BIA let Uber, PickMe in after harassment, overcharging complaints: minister",6/22/2023,Economy,Minister de Silva said he was disappointed that “so many people” were taking Premadasa for a ride.,"Sri Lanka's BIA let Uber, PickMe in after harassment, overcharging complaints: minister Minister de Silva said he was disappointed that “so many people” were taking Premadasa for a ride.",negative,-0.999182284
CSE to conduct a full day of trading from the Disaster Recovery site,6/22/2023,Markets,During the trading hours activities and Central Depository Services (CDS) operations will be switched over to the site.,CSE to conduct a full day of trading from the Disaster Recovery site During the trading hours activities and Central Depository Services (CDS) operations will be switched over to the site.,negative,-0.998582959
"Sri Lanka's new anti-corruption law ignores asset recovery, retroactive action: SJB",6/22/2023,Corruption,“Why wasn’t an asset recovery law included in this? Why no retroactive punishment? said Attanayake.,"Sri Lanka's new anti-corruption law ignores asset recovery, retroactive action: SJB “Why wasn’t an asset recovery law included in this? Why no retroactive punishment? said Attanayake.",negative,-0.997255862
Sri Lanka tea exports up 4.2-pct in May 2023,6/22/2023,Tea,"In 2023 so far, the country has exported around 91 million kilos.","Sri Lanka tea exports up 4.2-pct in May 2023 In 2023 so far, the country has exported around 91 million kilos.",positive,0.948680639
Sri Lanka's shares gain on crossings,6/22/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.12 percent or 11.18 points to 9,306","Sri Lanka's shares gain on crossings All Share Price Index was up 0.12 percent or 11.18 points to 9,306",negative,-0.962121248
"Sri Lanka spot opens at 306.50/307.25 to US dollar, bond yields up",6/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,The one month spot was quoted at 309.00/310.50 rupees to the US dollar.,"Sri Lanka spot opens at 306.50/307.25 to US dollar, bond yields up The one month spot was quoted at 309.00/310.50 rupees to the US dollar.",negative,-0.9750278
Sri Lanka selects privatization advisors,6/22/2023,Economy,"Alvarez and Marsal, Colliers and Deloitte foreign partners in advisor consoritia","Sri Lanka selects privatization advisors Alvarez and Marsal, Colliers and Deloitte foreign partners in advisor consoritia",positive,0.558527827
India's Petronet proposes LNG for Sri Lanka power plants,6/22/2023,Economy,600+ MW of LNG power plants available will be pursued,India's Petronet proposes LNG for Sri Lanka power plants 600+ MW of LNG power plants available will be pursued,positive,0.861006558
Sri Lankan Airlines says sick cockpit crew delayed Korea flight,6/21/2023,Economy,SriLankan Airlines regrets the inconvenience caused to its guests by the delay of UL 470,Sri Lankan Airlines says sick cockpit crew delayed Korea flight SriLankan Airlines regrets the inconvenience caused to its guests by the delay of UL 470,negative,-0.998750806
Sri Lanka's Korean job seekers hit by another flight delay,6/21/2023,Aviation,"rom January 1, 2023 to June 20, 2023, 3354 Sri Lankans have left for work in South Korea.  ","Sri Lanka's Korean job seekers hit by another flight delay rom January 1, 2023 to June 20, 2023, 3354 Sri Lankans have left for work in South Korea.  ",negative,-0.997370005
Sri Lanka's shares gain on an ease of fears to DDR and DDO,6/21/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 1.48 percent or 112.89 points to 9,272.42","Sri Lanka's shares gain on an ease of fears to DDR and DDO All Share Price Index was up 1.48 percent or 112.89 points to 9,272.42",negative,-0.968087316
"Sri Lanka bond yields down, rupee closes at 306.50/307.25 to US dollar",6/21/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed at 306.50/307.25 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka bond yields down, rupee closes at 306.50/307.25 to US dollar Sri Lanka rupee closed at 306.50/307.25 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields were down.",negative,-0.998870671
US Helpline Lanka donates medical supplies worth US$ 39.6 million to Sri Lanka,6/21/2023,Health,"The stock of medicine was handed over to the Minister of Health Keheliya Rambukwella on June 20,2023","US Helpline Lanka donates medical supplies worth US$ 39.6 million to Sri Lanka The stock of medicine was handed over to the Minister of Health Keheliya Rambukwella on June 20,2023",negative,-0.872438431
Sri Lanka's national inflation eases to 22.1 pct,6/21/2023,Economy,The food inflation also eased in tandem with the main index to 15.8 percent from 27.1 percent in April. ,Sri Lanka's national inflation eases to 22.1 pct The food inflation also eased in tandem with the main index to 15.8 percent from 27.1 percent in April. ,positive,0.750542641
"Sri Lanka sells Rs110bn in T-bill auction, yields fall across maturities",6/21/2023,Bonds & Forex,six months and one year yields fell more than 100 basis points,"Sri Lanka sells Rs110bn in T-bill auction, yields fall across maturities six months and one year yields fell more than 100 basis points",negative,-0.998549521
"Sri  Lanka wants regulate, tax and license private tuition",6/21/2023,Economy,"The tuition industry has to be regulated, it has been reported that the industry earns 65 billion rupees an annum.”","Sri  Lanka wants regulate, tax and license private tuition The tuition industry has to be regulated, it has been reported that the industry earns 65 billion rupees an annum.”",negative,-0.957379699
"Sri Lanka to extend maturities, clip coupons of rupee bonds: Minister",6/21/2023,Uncategorized,No bank deposits will be reduced,"Sri Lanka to extend maturities, clip coupons of rupee bonds: Minister No bank deposits will be reduced",negative,-0.944286227
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,6/21/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade, Colombo Stock Exchange, ASPI was up 1.23 percent or 112.89 points to 9,272","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade, Colombo Stock Exchange, ASPI was up 1.23 percent or 112.89 points to 9,272",positive,0.841869116
Sri Lanka plans to extend leases of plantations: Minister,6/21/2023,Uncategorized,Now about 22 years remain in the lease,Sri Lanka plans to extend leases of plantations: Minister Now about 22 years remain in the lease,negative,-0.929464042
"Sri Lanka rupee opens at Rs306.00/307.50 to US dollar, bond yields steady",6/21/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee opened at 306/307.50 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields were steady.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at Rs306.00/307.50 to US dollar, bond yields steady Sri Lanka rupee opened at 306/307.50 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields were steady.",positive,0.585003614
Sri Lanka passes law to start parliament budget office,6/21/2023,Uncategorized,The Parliamentary Budget Office shall be an independent body and accountable to Parliament,Sri Lanka passes law to start parliament budget office The Parliamentary Budget Office shall be an independent body and accountable to Parliament,positive,0.996732593
Sri Lanka's shares close lower on profit taking from banking counters,6/20/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.24 percent or 21.69 points to 9,159.53","Sri Lanka's shares close lower on profit taking from banking counters All Share Price Index was down 0.24 percent or 21.69 points to 9,159.53",negative,-0.999682426
Sri Lanka finally set for proper targeting on 208 bln rupee fresh welfare programme,6/20/2023,Economic Crisis,The government plans to start annually 208 billion rupee worth poverty alleviation programme from July,Sri Lanka finally set for proper targeting on 208 bln rupee fresh welfare programme The government plans to start annually 208 billion rupee worth poverty alleviation programme from July,negative,-0.983375728
Sri Lankan Engineering begins to maintain Cebu Pacific aircraft,6/20/2023,Aviation,Demand for its MRO services has also resulted in an increasing dollar revenue for Sri Lankan Engineering,Sri Lankan Engineering begins to maintain Cebu Pacific aircraft Demand for its MRO services has also resulted in an increasing dollar revenue for Sri Lankan Engineering,positive,0.994689465
Sri Lanka to give welfare benefits to over two million families from Jul 01,6/20/2023,Uncategorized,A 200 million World Bank loans to be approved on June 28,Sri Lanka to give welfare benefits to over two million families from Jul 01 A 200 million World Bank loans to be approved on June 28,positive,0.978393257
"Sri Lanka govt, opposition must oppose DDR in one voice: Sajith",6/20/2023,Economy,This is not the first time the opposition leader has expressed opposition to DDR.,"Sri Lanka govt, opposition must oppose DDR in one voice: Sajith This is not the first time the opposition leader has expressed opposition to DDR.",negative,-0.946544409
Sri Lanka's shares down in mid day trade,6/20/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.02 percent or 1.58 points to 9,179.64","Sri Lanka's shares down in mid day trade All Share Price Index was down 0.02 percent or 1.58 points to 9,179.64",negative,-0.999712169
Sri Lanka to introduce long-delayed cybersecurity legislation in 2023: official,6/20/2023,ICT,"“As we go into digitalisation, we must also ensure cybersecurity.""","Sri Lanka to introduce long-delayed cybersecurity legislation in 2023: official “As we go into digitalisation, we must also ensure cybersecurity.""",positive,0.991374314
"Sri Lanka rupee opens at Rs305.50/306 to US dollar, bond yields steady",6/20/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee ended at 305.50/306 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were steady.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at Rs305.50/306 to US dollar, bond yields steady Sri Lanka rupee ended at 305.50/306 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were steady.",negative,-0.556814611
Sri Lanka IOC-CPC joint venture to develop 9 tanks,6/20/2023,Energy,Ground clearing begun around 3 tanks,Sri Lanka IOC-CPC joint venture to develop 9 tanks Ground clearing begun around 3 tanks,negative,-0.985330105
More clarity on Sri Lanka debt restructuring upon president's return: minister,6/19/2023,Economy,"“Following the president’s visit to France, we anticipate a better understanding of these issues.""","More clarity on Sri Lanka debt restructuring upon president's return: minister “Following the president’s visit to France, we anticipate a better understanding of these issues.""",positive,0.991153896
Sri Lanka meets 29 commitments in IMF programs: think tank,6/19/2023,Uncategorized,Revenues short of target,Sri Lanka meets 29 commitments in IMF programs: think tank Revenues short of target,negative,-0.952895284
"Emirates makes Sri Lanka and Maldives chief, govt liaison",6/19/2023,Business,"Rashid Al Ardha has been appointed the new Manager for Sri Lanka and the Maldives, Emirates Airlines said.","Emirates makes Sri Lanka and Maldives chief, govt liaison Rashid Al Ardha has been appointed the new Manager for Sri Lanka and the Maldives, Emirates Airlines said.",positive,0.989646256
Sri Lanka's shares closes lower on profit taking,6/19/2023,Markets,"""The positive week in the market stimulated some selling interest and profit taking,"" an analyst said. ","Sri Lanka's shares closes lower on profit taking ""The positive week in the market stimulated some selling interest and profit taking,"" an analyst said. ",negative,-0.997413576
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at Rs306/307 to US dollar, bond yields steady",6/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee ended at 306/307 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at Rs306/307 to US dollar, bond yields steady Sri Lanka rupee ended at 306/307 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were down.",negative,-0.997457445
Indian Marxists school on Gandhi,6/19/2023,Constitutional Amendments,"Disillusioned With Communism, Asoka Mehta and Narendra Deva Converge on Gandhian Socialism","Indian Marxists school on Gandhi Disillusioned With Communism, Asoka Mehta and Narendra Deva Converge on Gandhian Socialism",positive,0.748959959
"Sri Lanka banks call for insolvency regime, discussions as bad loans rise",6/19/2023,Banking,Complacency that capital and liquidity measures currently exceed regulatory minimum criteria is a false comfort,"Sri Lanka banks call for insolvency regime, discussions as bad loans rise Complacency that capital and liquidity measures currently exceed regulatory minimum criteria is a false comfort",negative,-0.9724558
Sri Lanka chamber outlines alternative financing mechanisms,6/19/2023,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka Chambers of Commerce has suggested alternative finance options for the island nation ,Sri Lanka chamber outlines alternative financing mechanisms Sri Lanka Chambers of Commerce has suggested alternative finance options for the island nation ,positive,0.80912292
Sri Lanka ruling party happy to support President Wickremesinghe: minister,6/19/2023,Politics,"“We in the SLPP are happy that, though we’re of opposing views, we went on that path.""","Sri Lanka ruling party happy to support President Wickremesinghe: minister “We in the SLPP are happy that, though we’re of opposing views, we went on that path.""",positive,0.999551117
Sri Lanka's shares down in mid day trade,6/19/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was down 0.67 percent or 62.39 points to 9,186.17","Sri Lanka's shares down in mid day trade The main All Share Price Index was down 0.67 percent or 62.39 points to 9,186.17",negative,-0.999693632
UK's DCTS trading scheme replaces GSP+ for Sri Lanka,6/19/2023,Economy,The DCTS scheme is in operation from June 19,UK's DCTS trading scheme replaces GSP+ for Sri Lanka The DCTS scheme is in operation from June 19,negative,-0.950288832
"Sri Lanka adds wheat flour to price control agency list, LP gas dropped",6/19/2023,Economy,"The CAA has previously triggered shortages in eggs, tinned fish, dhal and sugar with price controls","Sri Lanka adds wheat flour to price control agency list, LP gas dropped The CAA has previously triggered shortages in eggs, tinned fish, dhal and sugar with price controls",negative,-0.987257004
"Sri Lanka rupee opens at Rs305/306 to US dollar, bond yields down",6/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,The Spot US dollar closed at 304.00/36.00 rupees on Friday,"Sri Lanka rupee opens at Rs305/306 to US dollar, bond yields down The Spot US dollar closed at 304.00/36.00 rupees on Friday",negative,-0.990478754
"Sri Lanka dollarization, currency competition can end depreciation, instability: Lawrence White",6/19/2023,Economy,A fixed exchange rate is one kind of restraint on a central bank. Dollarization is the strongest fixed exchange rate,"Sri Lanka dollarization, currency competition can end depreciation, instability: Lawrence White A fixed exchange rate is one kind of restraint on a central bank. Dollarization is the strongest fixed exchange rate",positive,0.995509386
"Sri Lanka's Agalwatte plants 2,600ha of rubber after Damro takeover",6/18/2023,Agriculture,Damro group is a consumer durables retailer and also a producer and exporter of furniture.,"Sri Lanka's Agalwatte plants 2,600ha of rubber after Damro takeover Damro group is a consumer durables retailer and also a producer and exporter of furniture.",positive,0.66824156
Sri Lanka's China-backed Hambantota Port expands RORO yard,6/18/2023,Logistics,Nine main shipping lines are now using the port for vehicle transshipment,Sri Lanka's China-backed Hambantota Port expands RORO yard Nine main shipping lines are now using the port for vehicle transshipment,negative,-0.930367887
Sri Lanka marks International Yoga Day with Indian backing,6/18/2023,Lifestyle,The event which was organized by the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre (SVCC) of the Indian High Commission,Sri Lanka marks International Yoga Day with Indian backing The event which was organized by the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre (SVCC) of the Indian High Commission,positive,0.997850418
Sri Lanka rupee depreciation drives Ceylon Tea prices up,6/18/2023,Tea,In the weakening of rupee tea prices and buyers making purchases only for immediate shipments.,Sri Lanka rupee depreciation drives Ceylon Tea prices up In the weakening of rupee tea prices and buyers making purchases only for immediate shipments.,negative,-0.997011423
Sri Lanka's new anti-corruption law will signal ease of doing business: official,6/18/2023,Corruption,"“Next week, when this bill is brought to parliament, I believe we will be able to take that forward,” he said. ","Sri Lanka's new anti-corruption law will signal ease of doing business: official “Next week, when this bill is brought to parliament, I believe we will be able to take that forward,” he said. ",positive,0.995777726
Sri Lanka official warns against premature speculation on DDR,6/18/2023,Economy,"""The government is fully committed to ensure the stability of the banking and financial sector.""","Sri Lanka official warns against premature speculation on DDR ""The government is fully committed to ensure the stability of the banking and financial sector.""",positive,0.648842514
Sri Lanka CFA awards to highlight resilient portfolios,6/18/2023,Business,The event is held in line with its 10th annual CFA Capital Market Awards,Sri Lanka CFA awards to highlight resilient portfolios The event is held in line with its 10th annual CFA Capital Market Awards,positive,0.998972893
"Sri Lanka to control e-commerce, eyes new digital services tax",6/18/2023,Economy,A credit card tax has already been deemed a multiple currency practice by the IMF,"Sri Lanka to control e-commerce, eyes new digital services tax A credit card tax has already been deemed a multiple currency practice by the IMF",negative,-0.995672584
Sri Lanka above 18 voters should open tax files - State Minister,6/17/2023,Economic Crisis,"“If citizens at the age of 18 years can vote for the President, choose how a country is led, then they should pay tax....","Sri Lanka above 18 voters should open tax files - State Minister “If citizens at the age of 18 years can vote for the President, choose how a country is led, then they should pay tax....",negative,-0.99776125
"Sri Lanka women prevented from paid work by childcare, domestic work",6/16/2023,Economic Crisis,"Economic crisis reduced tuition, requiring more time for childcare","Sri Lanka women prevented from paid work by childcare, domestic work Economic crisis reduced tuition, requiring more time for childcare",negative,-0.99556458
"Sri Lanka rupee close at Rs304/306 to US dollar, bond yields steady",6/16/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed at 304/306 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said, while bond yields were steady.","Sri Lanka rupee close at Rs304/306 to US dollar, bond yields steady Sri Lanka rupee closed at 304/306 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said, while bond yields were steady.",positive,0.770149171
Sri Lanka's shares close lower on profit taking after DDR fears tone down,6/16/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.33 percent or 30.72 points to 9,248.56","Sri Lanka's shares close lower on profit taking after DDR fears tone down All Share Price Index was down 0.33 percent or 30.72 points to 9,248.56",negative,-0.998762131
"Sri Lanka Telecom, HNB, Hemas added to liquid stock index",6/16/2023,Business,"Browns and co, Teejay Lanka and Watawala Plantation had been dropped.","Sri Lanka Telecom, HNB, Hemas added to liquid stock index Browns and co, Teejay Lanka and Watawala Plantation had been dropped.",negative,-0.998340607
Sri Lanka 'flexible exchange rate' nixes vehicle import relaxation,6/16/2023,Economy,An oil bill of $70-80mn could not be covered ,Sri Lanka 'flexible exchange rate' nixes vehicle import relaxation An oil bill of $70-80mn could not be covered ,negative,-0.998260438
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 0.23-pct,6/16/2023,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka’s coconut auction prices fell 0.23 percent from a week ago at an auction on June 15, data showed.","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 0.23-pct Sri Lanka’s coconut auction prices fell 0.23 percent from a week ago at an auction on June 15, data showed.",negative,-0.999246955
Sri Lanka's Lankapay and Nepal's Fonpay link up for cross-border payments,6/16/2023,Banking,Enables mobile QR based payments in Sri Lanka and Nepal ,Sri Lanka's Lankapay and Nepal's Fonpay link up for cross-border payments Enables mobile QR based payments in Sri Lanka and Nepal ,positive,0.946705937
Sri Lanka's mid day shares down on profit taking and selling pressure,6/16/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.68 percent or 63.35 points to 9,215.93","Sri Lanka's mid day shares down on profit taking and selling pressure All Share Price Index was down 0.68 percent or 63.35 points to 9,215.93",negative,-0.999701083
"Sri Lanka rupee at Rs307/310 to US dollar, bond yields down",6/16/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 307.00/312.00 to the US dollar on Friday dealers said, while bond and t-bill yields down","Sri Lanka rupee at Rs307/310 to US dollar, bond yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 307.00/312.00 to the US dollar on Friday dealers said, while bond and t-bill yields down",negative,-0.998347163
Sri Lanka debt to GDP ratio down by March 2023 amid currency gain: analysis,6/16/2023,Economy,Debt with central bank and SOE guaranteed liabilities was down to 115.5-pct of GDP in March from 118.6-pct in Dec,Sri Lanka debt to GDP ratio down by March 2023 amid currency gain: analysis Debt with central bank and SOE guaranteed liabilities was down to 115.5-pct of GDP in March from 118.6-pct in Dec,negative,-0.996040583
Sri Lanka pharma chamber wants new pricing mechanism for drugs,6/16/2023,Economy,Wants pricing mechanism for all drugs,Sri Lanka pharma chamber wants new pricing mechanism for drugs Wants pricing mechanism for all drugs,negative,-0.970415115
Sri Lanka top court dismisses cases against SLT privatization: report,6/16/2023,Legal,"Among other reasons, petitioners had argued that privatization would threaten national security","Sri Lanka top court dismisses cases against SLT privatization: report Among other reasons, petitioners had argued that privatization would threaten national security",negative,-0.993838847
Sri Lanka GDP contracts 11.5-pct in 2023 first quarter,6/15/2023,Economy,Quarter of quarter growth of 6.7-pct,Sri Lanka GDP contracts 11.5-pct in 2023 first quarter Quarter of quarter growth of 6.7-pct,negative,-0.882974863
Sri Lanka destroys seized cigarettes which could have cost Rs13bn in taxes,6/15/2023,Corruption,"A stock of 204 million cigarettes, valued at 15 billion rupees, was destroyed at a storage yard in Kerawalapitiya","Sri Lanka destroys seized cigarettes which could have cost Rs13bn in taxes A stock of 204 million cigarettes, valued at 15 billion rupees, was destroyed at a storage yard in Kerawalapitiya",negative,-0.999713838
Sri Lanka shares close at a two month high as DDR fears ease,6/15/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.68 percent or 62.79 points to 9,279.28","Sri Lanka shares close at a two month high as DDR fears ease All Share Price Index was up 0.68 percent or 62.79 points to 9,279.28",negative,-0.995425999
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at Rs307/310 to US dollar, bond yields up",6/15/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sales at 314 levels to stabilize market,"Sri Lanka rupee closes at Rs307/310 to US dollar, bond yields up Sales at 314 levels to stabilize market",positive,0.949987829
Sri Lanka opposition must rally behind Sajith-AKD ticket or vice versa: FPC,6/15/2023,Politics,"All opposition parties, factions and groups must agree on a viable arrangement, according to Perera.","Sri Lanka opposition must rally behind Sajith-AKD ticket or vice versa: FPC All opposition parties, factions and groups must agree on a viable arrangement, according to Perera.",positive,0.782720149
"Sri Lanka passport application online, fingerprints at 51 regional offices",6/15/2023,General Services,The passports will be delivered to the applicant’s addresses upon completion within three days.,"Sri Lanka passport application online, fingerprints at 51 regional offices The passports will be delivered to the applicant’s addresses upon completion within three days.",negative,-0.796011508
Sri Lanka's Lawyers for Democracy writes on labour reforms,6/15/2023,Economy,Urge wide consultation before changes,Sri Lanka's Lawyers for Democracy writes on labour reforms Urge wide consultation before changes,negative,-0.923209548
Sri Lanka shares gain in mid-day trade,6/15/2023,Markets,The market started gaining after the Central bank policy rate cut and falling in the inflation rate,Sri Lanka shares gain in mid-day trade The market started gaining after the Central bank policy rate cut and falling in the inflation rate,positive,0.922849834
Sri Lanka to set Advance Level exam date by law: President,6/15/2023,Business,Any delay would only be permitted for a serious reason,Sri Lanka to set Advance Level exam date by law: President Any delay would only be permitted for a serious reason,negative,-0.984676182
"Sri Lanka rupee at Rs316.00/322.00 to US dollar, bonds down",6/15/2023,Bonds & Forex,The Spot US dollar closed at 310.00/315.00 rupees on Monday.,"Sri Lanka rupee at Rs316.00/322.00 to US dollar, bonds down The Spot US dollar closed at 310.00/315.00 rupees on Monday.",negative,-0.98919487
Sri Lanka divestitures expected in fourth quarter,6/15/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka Insurance being split,Sri Lanka divestitures expected in fourth quarter Sri Lanka Insurance being split,negative,-0.992686749
Sri Lanka rupee slides as 'flexible exchange rate' strikes,6/15/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rupee trades at 309 to the US dollar. Spot next up,Sri Lanka rupee slides as 'flexible exchange rate' strikes Rupee trades at 309 to the US dollar. Spot next up,negative,-0.985109329
US Federal Reserve holds rates after bank stress,6/15/2023,Economy,Tighter credit conditions for households and businesses are likely to weigh on economic activity,US Federal Reserve holds rates after bank stress Tighter credit conditions for households and businesses are likely to weigh on economic activity,negative,-0.911998212
Loss vs profit debate major fallacy in Sri Lanka SOE restructure talk: reforms chief,6/14/2023,Economy,"“This is what restructuring is all about,” he said.","Loss vs profit debate major fallacy in Sri Lanka SOE restructure talk: reforms chief “This is what restructuring is all about,” he said.",negative,-0.943484545
Sri Lanka shares close at a near two month high on macroeconomic sentiments,6/14/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 1.59 percent or 144.52 points to 9,216.49","Sri Lanka shares close at a near two month high on macroeconomic sentiments All Share Price Index was up 1.59 percent or 144.52 points to 9,216.49",negative,-0.982012272
"Sri Lanka sells Rs180bn in T-bill auction, 6-month down 129bp",6/14/2023,Bonds & Forex, Six months and one year yields fell above 100 basis points,"Sri Lanka sells Rs180bn in T-bill auction, 6-month down 129bp  Six months and one year yields fell above 100 basis points",negative,-0.998951077
Sri Lanka's People's bank 'A(lka)' rating confirmed with negative watch: Fitch,6/14/2023,Banking,Fitch Ratings has maintained the Rating Watch Negative (RWN) on the 'A(lka)' National Long-Term Rating of People's Bank,Sri Lanka's People's bank 'A(lka)' rating confirmed with negative watch: Fitch Fitch Ratings has maintained the Rating Watch Negative (RWN) on the 'A(lka)' National Long-Term Rating of People's Bank,negative,-0.999373376
Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank 'A(lka)' rating confirmed with negative watch: Fitch,6/14/2023,Banking,"Fitch has also maintained HNB's senior and subordinated debt ratings of 'A(lka)' and 'BBB+(lka)', respectively, on RWN.","Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank 'A(lka)' rating confirmed with negative watch: Fitch Fitch has also maintained HNB's senior and subordinated debt ratings of 'A(lka)' and 'BBB+(lka)', respectively, on RWN.",negative,-0.999008
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,6/14/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 1.61 percent or 145.97 points to 9,215.61","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 1.61 percent or 145.97 points to 9,215.61",negative,-0.750561535
Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank 'A(lka)' rating confirmed with negative watch,6/14/2023,Banking,Fitch Maintains Commercial Bank of Ceylon's 'A(lka)' National Rating on Watch Negative,Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank 'A(lka)' rating confirmed with negative watch Fitch Maintains Commercial Bank of Ceylon's 'A(lka)' National Rating on Watch Negative,negative,-0.999576867
Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon 'CC'/'A (lka) ratings confirmed with negative watch: Fitch,6/14/2023,Finance,"Fitch Ratings confirms a 'CC' long term rating of state-run Bank of Ceylon, and a national rating of A(lka)","Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon 'CC'/'A (lka) ratings confirmed with negative watch: Fitch Fitch Ratings confirms a 'CC' long term rating of state-run Bank of Ceylon, and a national rating of A(lka)",negative,-0.999321461
"Sri Lanka rupee at Rs310/315 to US dollar, bonds steady",6/14/2023,Bonds & Forex,2027 bonds slightly up,"Sri Lanka rupee at Rs310/315 to US dollar, bonds steady 2027 bonds slightly up",positive,0.995645285
Sri Lanka's Lanka Special Steels boosts GI capacity,6/14/2023,Business,Factory can run at different levels of capacity,Sri Lanka's Lanka Special Steels boosts GI capacity Factory can run at different levels of capacity,positive,0.995009184
Sri Lanka President to meet creditors,6/14/2023,Economy,President Wickremesinghe will visit UK and France,Sri Lanka President to meet creditors President Wickremesinghe will visit UK and France,positive,0.996480525
Tamil Buddhism in Sri Lanka: A study in historical expedience,6/13/2023,Arts and Culture,"“Both groups argue with an agenda to promote the claims of their side.""","Tamil Buddhism in Sri Lanka: A study in historical expedience “Both groups argue with an agenda to promote the claims of their side.""",positive,0.994672954
Sri Lanka's shares close higher on policy rate cuts and confidence on DDR,6/13/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.61 percent or 54.81 points to 9,069.64","Sri Lanka's shares close higher on policy rate cuts and confidence on DDR All Share Price Index was up 0.61 percent or 54.81 points to 9,069.64",negative,-0.927453279
Sri Lanka to compensate farmers for Yala 2022 season,6/13/2023,Agriculture,The program expects to compensate 3499 farmers who suffered crop damage in the 2022 yala season.,Sri Lanka to compensate farmers for Yala 2022 season The program expects to compensate 3499 farmers who suffered crop damage in the 2022 yala season.,negative,-0.984646261
"Sri Lanka spot close at 306/309 to the US dollar, bond and t-bill yields steady",6/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,The Spot US dollar closed at 300.00/303.00 rupees on Monday.,"Sri Lanka spot close at 306/309 to the US dollar, bond and t-bill yields steady The Spot US dollar closed at 300.00/303.00 rupees on Monday.",negative,-0.906771481
Sri Lanka's Aviation College expands to Jaffna through BCAS partnership,6/13/2023,Education,"""Our aim is to develop equitable access to aviation education throughout the island."" ","Sri Lanka's Aviation College expands to Jaffna through BCAS partnership ""Our aim is to develop equitable access to aviation education throughout the island."" ",positive,0.992996037
"Sri Lanka plans law to punish candidates, media who violates election guidelines",6/13/2023,Crime,"Instead of amending each law, a separate law called Election (special provision) act would be drafted.","Sri Lanka plans law to punish candidates, media who violates election guidelines Instead of amending each law, a separate law called Election (special provision) act would be drafted.",negative,-0.995611906
"Sri Lanka customs revenues below target, mulls lifting car import ban",6/13/2023,Economy,"Customs now estimated that they could collect only Rs783bn against a target of Rs1,226bn","Sri Lanka customs revenues below target, mulls lifting car import ban Customs now estimated that they could collect only Rs783bn against a target of Rs1,226bn",negative,-0.995656729
Sri Lanka president's loyalist Navin Dissanayake appointed provincial governor,6/13/2023,Politics,"“I will bring 20 years of experience to improve the public delivery systems in the province,"" said Dissanayake.","Sri Lanka president's loyalist Navin Dissanayake appointed provincial governor “I will bring 20 years of experience to improve the public delivery systems in the province,"" said Dissanayake.",positive,0.998981416
"Sri Lanka govt, opp. disagree over licence renewal under new broadcast commission",6/13/2023,Free Speech,"“Media regulation is necessary. But this draft provides for an annual licence issuance.""","Sri Lanka govt, opp. disagree over licence renewal under new broadcast commission “Media regulation is necessary. But this draft provides for an annual licence issuance.""",negative,-0.807143629
Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge up,6/13/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.01 percent or 0.68 points to 9,015.51","Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge up All Share Price Index was up 0.01 percent or 0.68 points to 9,015.51",negative,-0.961512625
Sri Lanka plans to make railways into authority: Minister,6/13/2023,Economy,.,Sri Lanka plans to make railways into authority: Minister .,positive,0.948769927
Sri Lanka president recognising Tamil Buddhism positive step: opposition MP,6/13/2023,Culture,"Recognising Tamil Buddhism as historical fact is “the key to many deadlocks”, he said.","Sri Lanka president recognising Tamil Buddhism positive step: opposition MP Recognising Tamil Buddhism as historical fact is “the key to many deadlocks”, he said.",positive,0.996792972
"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 301/305 to the US dollar, bond and t-bill yields steady",6/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,The Spot US dollar closed at 300.00/303.00 rupees on Monday.,"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 301/305 to the US dollar, bond and t-bill yields steady The Spot US dollar closed at 300.00/303.00 rupees on Monday.",negative,-0.502715886
Sri Lanka debt falls by March 2023 amid monetary stability: analysis,6/13/2023,Economy,Central bank net debt also falls,Sri Lanka debt falls by March 2023 amid monetary stability: analysis Central bank net debt also falls,negative,-0.999084115
Sri Lanka doctors battle to contain mortality in dengue outbreak,6/12/2023,Health,Sri Lanka is maintaining a death rate of 0.06 percent which is lower than the WHO's recommended 0.1 percent,Sri Lanka doctors battle to contain mortality in dengue outbreak Sri Lanka is maintaining a death rate of 0.06 percent which is lower than the WHO's recommended 0.1 percent,negative,-0.999252856
"Sri Lanka's bill to decriminalize homosexuality faces dissent from religious, civil rights groups",6/12/2023,Democracy,Petitioners against the bill have claimed that homosexuality is against the nature,"Sri Lanka's bill to decriminalize homosexuality faces dissent from religious, civil rights groups Petitioners against the bill have claimed that homosexuality is against the nature",negative,-0.989692867
Sri Lanka's shares edge up on close on policy rate cuts,6/12/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was up 2.23 percent or 196.44 points to 9,014.83","Sri Lanka's shares edge up on close on policy rate cuts The main All Share Price Index was up 2.23 percent or 196.44 points to 9,014.83",negative,-0.64230442
"Sri Lanka rupee close at 300/303 to the US dollar, bond and bill yields down",6/12/2023,Business,The Spot US dollar closed at 296.50/298.00 rupees on Friday.,"Sri Lanka rupee close at 300/303 to the US dollar, bond and bill yields down The Spot US dollar closed at 296.50/298.00 rupees on Friday.",negative,-0.994708896
Sri Lanka phone dealers fix price falls after rupee gain,6/12/2023,Business,“We have a considerable membership from Jaffna to Matara. We all unanimously decided to cut prices by about 20 percent...,Sri Lanka phone dealers fix price falls after rupee gain “We have a considerable membership from Jaffna to Matara. We all unanimously decided to cut prices by about 20 percent...,negative,-0.984569967
Sri Lanka state hospitals hit by doctor shortage after currency crisis,6/12/2023,Health,Trying to fill shortage with doctors returning from foreign training,Sri Lanka state hospitals hit by doctor shortage after currency crisis Trying to fill shortage with doctors returning from foreign training,negative,-0.997610807
Sri Lanka's shares edge up on policy rate cuts,6/12/2023,Markets,Turnover 485 million rupees at 1230 hours. ,Sri Lanka's shares edge up on policy rate cuts Turnover 485 million rupees at 1230 hours. ,positive,0.64071542
"Sri Lanka rupee at 298.50/300 to dollar, bond yields steady at open",6/12/2023,Bonds & Forex,The Spot US dollar closed at 296.50/298.00 rupees on Friday.,"Sri Lanka rupee at 298.50/300 to dollar, bond yields steady at open The Spot US dollar closed at 296.50/298.00 rupees on Friday.",positive,0.890819073
Sri Lanka official remittances up 57-pct in May,6/12/2023,Economy,About $500 to 600mn came through official channels before 2020,Sri Lanka official remittances up 57-pct in May About $500 to 600mn came through official channels before 2020,negative,-0.986837924
"Sri Lanka to move President, PM offices, heritage buildings for tourism: report",6/11/2023,Business,The buildings will then be leased to investors for tourism for 30-years,"Sri Lanka to move President, PM offices, heritage buildings for tourism: report The buildings will then be leased to investors for tourism for 30-years",negative,-0.97358489
"Sri Lanka debt restructuring on existing DSA, despite improving metrics",6/11/2023,Economy,Near term performance does not affect DSA,"Sri Lanka debt restructuring on existing DSA, despite improving metrics Near term performance does not affect DSA",negative,-0.976682186
Sri Lanka High Grown Tea prices down at weekly auction,6/11/2023,Tea,The weekly sale average grew 3.98 rupees to 957.14 rupees from 953.16 rupees,Sri Lanka High Grown Tea prices down at weekly auction The weekly sale average grew 3.98 rupees to 957.14 rupees from 953.16 rupees,negative,-0.982397437
Sri Lanka SVAT removal would hurt exporter cashflows: JAAF,6/11/2023,Economy,May discourage domestic purchase of inputs,Sri Lanka SVAT removal would hurt exporter cashflows: JAAF May discourage domestic purchase of inputs,negative,-0.999655724
Sri Lanka businesses warned on exchange rate predictions by CB Governor,6/11/2023,Economy,Our warning is to have your own analysis and look at the outlook,Sri Lanka businesses warned on exchange rate predictions by CB Governor Our warning is to have your own analysis and look at the outlook,negative,-0.951257467
Sri Lanka Tourism Alliance says online campaign exceeded target,6/11/2023,Business,"The campaign targeted markets including India, Germany, Spain, UK, France and the US","Sri Lanka Tourism Alliance says online campaign exceeded target The campaign targeted markets including India, Germany, Spain, UK, France and the US",positive,0.776139855
Sri Lankan businesses see rapid shift to digital since pandemic,6/10/2023,Business,The pandemic and the lockdowns that defined it resulted in businesses in Sri Lanka and elsewhere lose much revenue.,Sri Lankan businesses see rapid shift to digital since pandemic The pandemic and the lockdowns that defined it resulted in businesses in Sri Lanka and elsewhere lose much revenue.,negative,-0.999298334
Sri Lanka to help Maldives develop agriculture: official,6/10/2023,Economy,"In Sri Lanka, net houses are popular among many farmers in the cultivation of fruits, vegetables and floriculture.","Sri Lanka to help Maldives develop agriculture: official In Sri Lanka, net houses are popular among many farmers in the cultivation of fruits, vegetables and floriculture.",positive,0.998849511
National security concerns over Sri Lanka Telecom shares sale unfounded: Harsha,6/10/2023,Economy,"While risks certainly exist, said de Silva, appropriate regulation is the way to mitigate them.","National security concerns over Sri Lanka Telecom shares sale unfounded: Harsha While risks certainly exist, said de Silva, appropriate regulation is the way to mitigate them.",negative,-0.996551394
Sri Lanka relaxes import restrictions on nearly 300 items,6/10/2023,Economy,Effective June 09.,Sri Lanka relaxes import restrictions on nearly 300 items Effective June 09.,positive,0.827617228
More formalised Samurdhi would see rise in bank accounts among Sri Lanka's poor: study,6/10/2023,Economy,"""At present we encourage an increase in the number of payment points.""","More formalised Samurdhi would see rise in bank accounts among Sri Lanka's poor: study ""At present we encourage an increase in the number of payment points.""",positive,0.980059087
Sri Lanka cabinet to take final decision on SLT sale with industry views,6/9/2023,Defence,"The report ""lacks a logical or scientific data analysis pertaining to the subject matter."" ","Sri Lanka cabinet to take final decision on SLT sale with industry views The report ""lacks a logical or scientific data analysis pertaining to the subject matter."" ",negative,-0.999790609
Opposing Sri Lanka Telecom share sale on national security grounds baseless: expert,6/9/2023,Business,"“National security is not a slogan. National security takes specific forms.""","Opposing Sri Lanka Telecom share sale on national security grounds baseless: expert “National security is not a slogan. National security takes specific forms.""",negative,-0.884464204
"Sri Lanka rupee close at 296.50/298 to dollar, bond yields mixed",6/9/2023,Bonds & Forex,The kerb rate was at 302/307 against the US dollar.,"Sri Lanka rupee close at 296.50/298 to dollar, bond yields mixed The kerb rate was at 302/307 against the US dollar.",negative,-0.992076993
Sri Lanka's shares gain on lowered interest rates,6/9/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was up 0.58 percent or 51.05 points to 8,818.39","Sri Lanka's shares gain on lowered interest rates The main All Share Price Index was up 0.58 percent or 51.05 points to 8,818.39",negative,-0.986947417
Sri Lanka sells Rs35 billion bills post – auction,6/9/2023,Bonds & Forex,The central bank last week cut its policy rate 250 basis points in a signaling move,Sri Lanka sells Rs35 billion bills post – auction The central bank last week cut its policy rate 250 basis points in a signaling move,negative,-0.522511423
Sri Lanka Telecom share sale opposed on 'national security' grounds,6/9/2023,Business,This is despite nearly all mobile operators in Sri Lanka being private for decades.,Sri Lanka Telecom share sale opposed on 'national security' grounds This is despite nearly all mobile operators in Sri Lanka being private for decades.,negative,-0.96498692
SLT shares down after privatization statement,6/9/2023,Economy,SLT shares down by 7.8 percent after the privatization statement.,SLT shares down after privatization statement SLT shares down by 7.8 percent after the privatization statement.,negative,-0.998113632
Sri Lanka shares up in mid day trade,6/9/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka's shares edged up in mid day trade on Friday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ","Sri Lanka shares up in mid day trade Sri Lanka's shares edged up in mid day trade on Friday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ",negative,-0.640328467
Sri Lanka’s Colombo Port capacity will rise to 15mn boxes in 3 years: Minister,6/9/2023,Economy,"We plan to increase the capacity in the two to three years,” De Silva said.","Sri Lanka’s Colombo Port capacity will rise to 15mn boxes in 3 years: Minister We plan to increase the capacity in the two to three years,” De Silva said.",positive,0.992070138
"Sri Lanka rupee at 294.50/296 to dollar, bond and bill yields steady at open",6/9/2023,Bonds & Forex,The Spot US dollar closed at 294.0/295.50 rupees rupees on Thursday.,"Sri Lanka rupee at 294.50/296 to dollar, bond and bill yields steady at open The Spot US dollar closed at 294.0/295.50 rupees rupees on Thursday.",positive,0.884563088
"Sri Lanka facing unknown claims over halted airport terminal, Rs15bn in bills",6/9/2023,Economy,Loan repayments were halted after Sri Lanka's sovereign default,"Sri Lanka facing unknown claims over halted airport terminal, Rs15bn in bills Loan repayments were halted after Sri Lanka's sovereign default",negative,-0.996479452
Sri Lanka's Peoples' Leasing to buy 33-pct of First Capital,6/9/2023,Markets,People's Leasing will pay 37.10 rupees for a share of First Capital Holdings.,Sri Lanka's Peoples' Leasing to buy 33-pct of First Capital People's Leasing will pay 37.10 rupees for a share of First Capital Holdings.,negative,-0.980181634
"Sri Lanka's police, health workers mostly violate rights of LGBTQ community - report",6/8/2023,Democracy,"police have been the perpetrators in 96 rights violation cases, while 64 cases are involved with health workers ","Sri Lanka's police, health workers mostly violate rights of LGBTQ community - report police have been the perpetrators in 96 rights violation cases, while 64 cases are involved with health workers ",negative,-0.957666934
"Sri Lanka rupee close at 294.50/295.50 to dollar, bond yields up",6/8/2023,Bonds & Forex,The Spot US dollar closed at 291.00/292.00 rupees rupees on Wednesday.,"Sri Lanka rupee close at 294.50/295.50 to dollar, bond yields up The Spot US dollar closed at 291.00/292.00 rupees rupees on Wednesday.",negative,-0.889831901
Sri Lanka's shares close higher on favorable macroeconomic prospects,6/8/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was up 0.52 percent or 45.28 points to 8,767.34. ","Sri Lanka's shares close higher on favorable macroeconomic prospects The main All Share Price Index was up 0.52 percent or 45.28 points to 8,767.34. ",negative,-0.878539145
Sri Lanka gets ADB nod for concessional loans,6/8/2023,Economy,Would be eligible for both concessional and market-based funding,Sri Lanka gets ADB nod for concessional loans Would be eligible for both concessional and market-based funding,negative,-0.961100459
US' RM Parks signs deal for fuel retailing in Sri Lanka,6/8/2023,Uncategorized,RM Parks will operate under the Shell Plc group.,US' RM Parks signs deal for fuel retailing in Sri Lanka RM Parks will operate under the Shell Plc group.,negative,-0.830236495
Sri Lanka trade unions threaten to resume strikes if tax issue not resolved,6/8/2023,Economy,"“Unions agreed to wait patiently till June for this to be amended. It is now June.""","Sri Lanka trade unions threaten to resume strikes if tax issue not resolved “Unions agreed to wait patiently till June for this to be amended. It is now June.""",negative,-0.994726121
Sri Lankans who open tax files won't be questioned on old income: Minister,6/8/2023,Economy,Inland Revenue to open call centre - on the excerpt/subhead box,Sri Lankans who open tax files won't be questioned on old income: Minister Inland Revenue to open call centre - on the excerpt/subhead box,positive,0.722233355
Sri Lanka plans aircraft dismantling at Mattala Airport ,6/8/2023,Aviation,To boost utilization of the airport government approval has been received for several new activities,Sri Lanka plans aircraft dismantling at Mattala Airport  To boost utilization of the airport government approval has been received for several new activities,positive,0.974058032
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 175.8-pct in May 2023,6/8/2023,Tourism,Europe accounted for the majority of tourists visiting Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 175.8-pct in May 2023 Europe accounted for the majority of tourists visiting Sri Lanka,positive,0.9461748
Sri Lanka opposition grateful for president's intervention but questions implications,6/8/2023,Politics,Chief government whip Prasanna Ranatunga claimed that both Premadasa and Kiriella were misrepresenting facts.,Sri Lanka opposition grateful for president's intervention but questions implications Chief government whip Prasanna Ranatunga claimed that both Premadasa and Kiriella were misrepresenting facts.,negative,-0.990791798
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,6/8/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was up 0.11 percent or 9.37 points to 8,731.43","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade The main All Share Price Index was up 0.11 percent or 9.37 points to 8,731.43",negative,-0.894428968
USAID and IREX host 'Mojo Lanka' mobile journalism festival,6/8/2023,Democracy,The two-day festival intends to educate content creators on the latest trends,USAID and IREX host 'Mojo Lanka' mobile journalism festival The two-day festival intends to educate content creators on the latest trends,positive,0.966688514
"Sri Lanka rupee at 291.00/292.50 to dollar, bond yields steady at open",6/8/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka spot US dollar opened at 291.00/292.50 rupees and the bonds were steady on Thursday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee at 291.00/292.50 to dollar, bond yields steady at open Sri Lanka spot US dollar opened at 291.00/292.50 rupees and the bonds were steady on Thursday, dealers said.",positive,0.994725049
Sri Lanka's population in poverty surges to 31-pct of population: LirneAsia Survey,6/8/2023,Economy,About 7 million out of 22 fallen into poverty,Sri Lanka's population in poverty surges to 31-pct of population: LirneAsia Survey About 7 million out of 22 fallen into poverty,negative,-0.976023555
Sri Lanka's shares slip on profit taking and selling pressure,6/7/2023,Markets,"“The market was gaining in the previous sessions and there is selling and profit taking present today.""","Sri Lanka's shares slip on profit taking and selling pressure “The market was gaining in the previous sessions and there is selling and profit taking present today.""",negative,-0.979250789
"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields plunge, 12-month down 381bp",6/7/2023,Bonds & Forex,Treasury bill yields fell more than 300 basis points across maturities ,"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields plunge, 12-month down 381bp Treasury bill yields fell more than 300 basis points across maturities ",negative,-0.999576151
Sri Lanka forex reserves rise US$722mn in May 2023,6/7/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central bank is operating complementary money and exchange policies - sterilizing inflows,Sri Lanka forex reserves rise US$722mn in May 2023 Central bank is operating complementary money and exchange policies - sterilizing inflows,negative,-0.671268404
SriLankan Airlines expects $50 mln profit in FY 2023/24 ,6/7/2023,Aviation,SriLankan incurred over 168 billion rupee loss last financial year ,SriLankan Airlines expects $50 mln profit in FY 2023/24  SriLankan incurred over 168 billion rupee loss last financial year ,negative,-0.995640874
Sri Lanka opposition MP Harsha de Silva appointed COPF chair,6/7/2023,Politics,The ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) had been allegedly blocking de Silva's appointment to the post.,Sri Lanka opposition MP Harsha de Silva appointed COPF chair The ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) had been allegedly blocking de Silva's appointment to the post.,negative,-0.997694314
Sri Lanka's mid day shares slip,6/7/2023,Markets,"""Investors are seeing some selling pressures through built up confidence as policy rates came down,"" an analyst said. ","Sri Lanka's mid day shares slip ""Investors are seeing some selling pressures through built up confidence as policy rates came down,"" an analyst said. ",negative,-0.99707967
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 4.5-pct,6/7/2023,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka’s coconut auction prices gained 4.5 percent from a week ago at an auction on June 01, data showed.","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 4.5-pct Sri Lanka’s coconut auction prices gained 4.5 percent from a week ago at an auction on June 01, data showed.",negative,-0.961661279
"Sri Lanka security sector takes 48-pct of salary bill, health 17-pct: report",6/7/2023,Economy,Health salary bill was 17 percent and education was 9 percent,"Sri Lanka security sector takes 48-pct of salary bill, health 17-pct: report Health salary bill was 17 percent and education was 9 percent",negative,-0.98268038
"Sri Lanka bond yields down at open, rupee at 291.00/292.50 to US dollar",6/7/2023,Bonds & Forex,The Spot US dollar closed at 291.50/292.50 rupees rupees on Tuesday.,"Sri Lanka bond yields down at open, rupee at 291.00/292.50 to US dollar The Spot US dollar closed at 291.50/292.50 rupees rupees on Tuesday.",negative,-0.981981575
Sri Lanka President turning from Singer to Regnis: opposition legislator,6/7/2023,Political News,"Then later we saw sewing machines called Regnis, which was the same name in reverse","Sri Lanka President turning from Singer to Regnis: opposition legislator Then later we saw sewing machines called Regnis, which was the same name in reverse",negative,-0.98751694
Sri Lanka invites India's Alliance Air to fly to Ratmalana,6/7/2023,Aviation,Alliance Air which is now flying to Jaffna's KKS airport from Madras four times a week,Sri Lanka invites India's Alliance Air to fly to Ratmalana Alliance Air which is now flying to Jaffna's KKS airport from Madras four times a week,positive,0.975384176
"Sri Lanka bond yields down, rupee end at 291.50/292.50 to US dollar",6/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,The Spot US dollar closed at 290.50/291.00 rupees rupees on Monday.,"Sri Lanka bond yields down, rupee end at 291.50/292.50 to US dollar The Spot US dollar closed at 290.50/291.00 rupees rupees on Monday.",negative,-0.991372466
Sri Lanka's shares end lower on profit taking,6/6/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was down 0.37 percent or 32.64 points to 8,733.96","Sri Lanka's shares end lower on profit taking The main All Share Price Index was down 0.37 percent or 32.64 points to 8,733.96",negative,-0.999661446
"Sri Lanka targets up to 150,000 China tourists in 2023",6/6/2023,Tourism,In  talks to increase flights by Chinese airlines,"Sri Lanka targets up to 150,000 China tourists in 2023 In  talks to increase flights by Chinese airlines",positive,0.930250585
Sri Lanka shares edge down in mid day trade,6/6/2023,Markets,The market generated a turnover of 297 million rupees.,Sri Lanka shares edge down in mid day trade The market generated a turnover of 297 million rupees.,negative,-0.990243971
Sri Lanka aims for 1.2-pct GDP revenue gain from scrapping VAT exemptions,6/6/2023,Economy,Exemptions on health and education to remain,Sri Lanka aims for 1.2-pct GDP revenue gain from scrapping VAT exemptions Exemptions on health and education to remain,negative,-0.988721848
Sri Lanka parliamentary committee appointed on twin maritime disasters,6/6/2023,Environment,Government MP Ramesh Pathirana will chair the committee.,Sri Lanka parliamentary committee appointed on twin maritime disasters Government MP Ramesh Pathirana will chair the committee.,positive,0.98479861
Sri Lanka-India grid connectivity to be realised by 2030: power minister,6/6/2023,Energy,"Sri Lanka’s government has priortised regional energy integration, the minister said.","Sri Lanka-India grid connectivity to be realised by 2030: power minister Sri Lanka’s government has priortised regional energy integration, the minister said.",positive,0.819302201
Sri Lanka provincial council amendment bill not inconsistent with constitution,6/6/2023,Politics,The bill was submitted by TNA legislator M A Sumanthiran as a private member’s bill.,Sri Lanka provincial council amendment bill not inconsistent with constitution The bill was submitted by TNA legislator M A Sumanthiran as a private member’s bill.,negative,-0.979766369
Several clauses of Sri Lanka anti-corruption bill inconsistent with constitution: SC,6/6/2023,Corruption,The bill was challenged in terms of Article 121(1) of the constitution.,Several clauses of Sri Lanka anti-corruption bill inconsistent with constitution: SC The bill was challenged in terms of Article 121(1) of the constitution.,negative,-0.996212721
"Sri Lanka rupee at 290.50/291.50 to US dollar, bond yields steady",6/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bonds opened steady on Tuesday, dealers said while the Spot US dollar opened at 290.50/291.50 rupees. ","Sri Lanka rupee at 290.50/291.50 to US dollar, bond yields steady Sri Lanka’s bonds opened steady on Tuesday, dealers said while the Spot US dollar opened at 290.50/291.50 rupees. ",positive,0.983904481
Sri Lanka's CAA cancels gazette that could legitimize pyramid schemes,6/6/2023,Legal,"Pyramid schemes are disguised by labelling them, multi-level marketing, network marketing or direct selling","Sri Lanka's CAA cancels gazette that could legitimize pyramid schemes Pyramid schemes are disguised by labelling them, multi-level marketing, network marketing or direct selling",negative,-0.999550045
"Sri Lanka's CPC owes almost billion dollars on India, Iran credit lines",6/6/2023,Economy,"Iran oil company owed $251mn, Indian credit line $697mn","Sri Lanka's CPC owes almost billion dollars on India, Iran credit lines Iran oil company owed $251mn, Indian credit line $697mn",negative,-0.987205386
"Sri Lanka, Maldives to discuss, trade, tourism, fisheries",6/5/2023,Fisheries,The fourth Joint Commision between Sri Lanka and the Maldives will be held in Colombo on June 6 and 7,"Sri Lanka, Maldives to discuss, trade, tourism, fisheries The fourth Joint Commision between Sri Lanka and the Maldives will be held in Colombo on June 6 and 7",positive,0.997737527
Sri Lanka getting imported drugs but facing clearing delay,6/5/2023,Economy,"""Currently, we have almost all of our essential drugs and 136 consignments of drugs are currently pending approval."" ","Sri Lanka getting imported drugs but facing clearing delay ""Currently, we have almost all of our essential drugs and 136 consignments of drugs are currently pending approval."" ",negative,-0.99284935
"Sri Lanka rupee at 290.50/291.00 to US dollar, bond yields steady",6/5/2023,Bonds & Forex,The Spot US dollar closed at 291.75/292.50 rupees on Friday.,"Sri Lanka rupee at 290.50/291.00 to US dollar, bond yields steady The Spot US dollar closed at 291.75/292.50 rupees on Friday.",positive,0.91849041
Sri Lanka drug prices cut 16-pct from June 15: Minister,6/5/2023,Health,"""This was decided after extensive discussions with the relevant authorities.""","Sri Lanka drug prices cut 16-pct from June 15: Minister ""This was decided after extensive discussions with the relevant authorities.""",negative,-0.979875922
Sri Lanka's shares edge up for the fourth session on policy cuts and low inflation,6/5/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.15 percent or 12.80 points to 8,766.60","Sri Lanka's shares edge up for the fourth session on policy cuts and low inflation The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.15 percent or 12.80 points to 8,766.60",negative,-0.890662551
Sri Lanka cement to fall Rs300-Rs500 per bag after rupee appreciation: Minister,6/5/2023,Bonds & Forex,Request to cut prices also made from steel manufacturers,Sri Lanka cement to fall Rs300-Rs500 per bag after rupee appreciation: Minister Request to cut prices also made from steel manufacturers,negative,-0.989878178
Sri Lanka early presidential poll will require constitutional amendment: expert,6/5/2023,Politics,"“However, it is the Supreme Court that will ultimately decide the matter,” he said.","Sri Lanka early presidential poll will require constitutional amendment: expert “However, it is the Supreme Court that will ultimately decide the matter,” he said.",positive,0.937651157
Ranga Abeynayake appointed COO of Sri Lanka's Ceylinco Life,6/5/2023,Business,Samitha Hemachandra has been appointed Deputy Chief Operating Officer,Ranga Abeynayake appointed COO of Sri Lanka's Ceylinco Life Samitha Hemachandra has been appointed Deputy Chief Operating Officer,positive,0.996107042
Proposed Sri Lanka broadcast authority: opposition mulling legal action,6/5/2023,Free Speech,"“If we allow this bill to be enacted, it will be the death of media freedom,” he said.","Proposed Sri Lanka broadcast authority: opposition mulling legal action “If we allow this bill to be enacted, it will be the death of media freedom,” he said.",negative,-0.999365509
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,6/5/2023,Markets,The market generated a turnover of 274 million rupees during mid day trade.,Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade The market generated a turnover of 274 million rupees during mid day trade.,positive,0.953708768
Sri Lanka to tighten anti-money laundering framework,6/5/2023,Legal,Will help implement the IMF program,Sri Lanka to tighten anti-money laundering framework Will help implement the IMF program,positive,0.958343327
"Sri Lanka bond yields steady at open, rupee at 291.50/292.25 to US dollar",6/5/2023,Bonds & Forex,The Spot US dollar closed at 291.75/292.50 rupees on Friday.,"Sri Lanka bond yields steady at open, rupee at 291.50/292.25 to US dollar The Spot US dollar closed at 291.75/292.50 rupees on Friday.",positive,0.898453414
"Sri Lanka private credit negative in April, CPC dollar debt taken over by govt",6/5/2023,Economy,"Credit to state enterprises fell by 516 billion rupees to 1,130 billion rupees in April 2023 ","Sri Lanka private credit negative in April, CPC dollar debt taken over by govt Credit to state enterprises fell by 516 billion rupees to 1,130 billion rupees in April 2023 ",negative,-0.999240756
Sri Lanka picked by ADB as priority country for natural capital linked financing,6/5/2023,Economy,Funding could come to sover,Sri Lanka picked by ADB as priority country for natural capital linked financing Funding could come to sover,negative,-0.998648822
Sri Lanka broadcast authority to arbitrate on economic 'truths': Harsha,6/4/2023,Legal,It is a deadly blow to democracy,Sri Lanka broadcast authority to arbitrate on economic 'truths': Harsha It is a deadly blow to democracy,negative,-0.996717036
Sri Lanka beverage maker recycles 311 tonnes of plastics,6/4/2023,Economy,Invested 23 million in plastics recycles,Sri Lanka beverage maker recycles 311 tonnes of plastics Invested 23 million in plastics recycles,negative,-0.872952104
Sri Lanka's Litro cooking gas price cut by Rs452,6/4/2023,Energy,The price revision will be done inline with the newly introduced pricing formula based on global prices,Sri Lanka's Litro cooking gas price cut by Rs452 The price revision will be done inline with the newly introduced pricing formula based on global prices,negative,-0.993939996
"Sri Lanka recycled plastic exporter say orders falling, outlook 'grim'",6/4/2023,Economy,The business outlook for the next few months remains grim as we are uncertain when orders will pick-up ,"Sri Lanka recycled plastic exporter say orders falling, outlook 'grim' The business outlook for the next few months remains grim as we are uncertain when orders will pick-up ",negative,-0.999767601
Sri Lanka to see sufficient fuel by Sunday - Energy Minister,6/3/2023,Business,Motorists were seen in queues in both Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) and Lanka IOC (LIOC). ,Sri Lanka to see sufficient fuel by Sunday - Energy Minister Motorists were seen in queues in both Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) and Lanka IOC (LIOC). ,negative,-0.998412609
Sri Lanka tourism revenues doubles in May 2023,6/3/2023,Economy,"Despite an off peak month, over 83,000 tourists visit Sri Lanka in May ","Sri Lanka tourism revenues doubles in May 2023 Despite an off peak month, over 83,000 tourists visit Sri Lanka in May ",positive,0.995393157
"Sri Lanka maid death in police custody, mystery deepens",6/3/2023,Legal,Lawyer for victim's family question changing narrative,"Sri Lanka maid death in police custody, mystery deepens Lawyer for victim's family question changing narrative",positive,0.832927525
Bhutan’s CSO face many challenges despite government recognition,6/3/2023,South Asia,"In many Asian countries, civil society organizations are viewed with suspicion","Bhutan’s CSO face many challenges despite government recognition In many Asian countries, civil society organizations are viewed with suspicion",negative,-0.990725219
Sri Lanka to ramp up weekend fuel deliveries after petrol price cut,6/2/2023,Economy,CPC and CPSTL have not been operating on Sundays and public holidays in the last 4 months,Sri Lanka to ramp up weekend fuel deliveries after petrol price cut CPC and CPSTL have not been operating on Sundays and public holidays in the last 4 months,negative,-0.910024166
"Sri Lanka bonds yield up at close, rupee at 291.75/292.50 against the US dollar",6/2/2023,Bonds & Forex,"The Spot US dollar closed at 291.75/292.50 rupees, dealers said.","Sri Lanka bonds yield up at close, rupee at 291.75/292.50 against the US dollar The Spot US dollar closed at 291.75/292.50 rupees, dealers said.",negative,-0.987607181
Sri Lanka's shares edge up on positive macroeconomic sentiments,6/2/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was up 0.72 percent or 62.19 points to 8,753.80","Sri Lanka's shares edge up on positive macroeconomic sentiments The main All Share Price Index was up 0.72 percent or 62.19 points to 8,753.80",positive,0.991211474
"Sri Lanka democracy resembles Idi Amin's dictatorship, claims opposition SJB",6/2/2023,Politics,"“Today we have Idi Amin’s democracy in this country,” said Rajakaruna.","Sri Lanka democracy resembles Idi Amin's dictatorship, claims opposition SJB “Today we have Idi Amin’s democracy in this country,” said Rajakaruna.",negative,-0.694660306
Sri Lanka's TRC draft  has nothing to solve Tamils' concerns - Sumanthiran,6/2/2023,Democracy,"""There is nothing about accountability or amnesty""","Sri Lanka's TRC draft  has nothing to solve Tamils' concerns - Sumanthiran ""There is nothing about accountability or amnesty""",negative,-0.999755085
Sri Lanka opposition demands more transparency in SOE restructuring,6/2/2023,Economy,"“As a party, we believe that SOEs must be restructured. But there should be transparency.""","Sri Lanka opposition demands more transparency in SOE restructuring “As a party, we believe that SOEs must be restructured. But there should be transparency.""",negative,-0.963671923
Sri Lanka President must seek national government: UPFA,6/2/2023,Politics,"“I don’t think anyone would oppose such a proposal,” said Sumathpala.","Sri Lanka President must seek national government: UPFA “I don’t think anyone would oppose such a proposal,” said Sumathpala.",negative,-0.980673313
Sri Lanka sells Rs40 billion bills post – auction,6/2/2023,Bonds & Forex,In the original auction the debt office sold all offered 160 billion rupees of Treasury bills.,Sri Lanka sells Rs40 billion bills post – auction In the original auction the debt office sold all offered 160 billion rupees of Treasury bills.,negative,-0.945840359
Why is Sri Lanka's rupee appreciating?,6/2/2023,Bellwether,Sri Lanka rupee appreciation explained,Why is Sri Lanka's rupee appreciating? Sri Lanka rupee appreciation explained,positive,0.830531001
Sri Lanka planning to scrap import controls on 300-400 items: Minister,6/2/2023,Economy,"Sri Lanka has about 1,200 items under import control","Sri Lanka planning to scrap import controls on 300-400 items: Minister Sri Lanka has about 1,200 items under import control",negative,-0.995573521
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,6/2/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka's shares edged up in mid day trade on Friday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade Sri Lanka's shares edged up in mid day trade on Friday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ",negative,-0.570771694
Sri Lanka tax measures pushed by IMF,6/2/2023,Economy,"We discussed the importance of fiscal measures, in particular revenue measures","Sri Lanka tax measures pushed by IMF We discussed the importance of fiscal measures, in particular revenue measures",positive,0.965231657
Sri Lanka to tap in to food tourism,6/2/2023,Business,.,Sri Lanka to tap in to food tourism .,positive,0.995967984
"Sri Lanka bonds yield open steady, rupee at 293.00/295.00 against the US dollar",6/2/2023,Markets,"The Spot US dollar was quoted at 293.00/295.00 rupees after closing at 292.50/295.50 to the US dollar, dealers said.","Sri Lanka bonds yield open steady, rupee at 293.00/295.00 against the US dollar The Spot US dollar was quoted at 293.00/295.00 rupees after closing at 292.50/295.50 to the US dollar, dealers said.",positive,0.781899214
"Sri Lanka President explains economic policy, future plans",6/2/2023,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka President explains economic policy, future plans .",positive,0.998976827
"Sri Lanka bonds yields ends low, rupee at 292.50/295.50 against the US dollar",6/1/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee closed at 290.25/75 to the US dollar Wednesday.,"Sri Lanka bonds yields ends low, rupee at 292.50/295.50 against the US dollar The rupee closed at 290.25/75 to the US dollar Wednesday.",negative,-0.999163747
Sri Lanka's shares edge up on positive sentiments from Monetary Policy,6/1/2023,Markets,"“The overall sentiment is positive, because it was a higher than expected rate cut,” an analyst said.","Sri Lanka's shares edge up on positive sentiments from Monetary Policy “The overall sentiment is positive, because it was a higher than expected rate cut,” an analyst said.",positive,0.998660803
Sri Lanka cenbank is waiting for government proposal on DDR - governor ,6/1/2023,Debt Restructuring,It is up to the government to clear the uncertainty - Central bank governor  ,Sri Lanka cenbank is waiting for government proposal on DDR - governor  It is up to the government to clear the uncertainty - Central bank governor  ,negative,-0.993629992
No pre-determined level to stop Sri Lanka rupee appreciation: CB Governor,6/1/2023,Bonds & Forex,The central bank had bought dollars to build reserves and reduce excessively volatility,No pre-determined level to stop Sri Lanka rupee appreciation: CB Governor The central bank had bought dollars to build reserves and reduce excessively volatility,negative,-0.99869436
"Sri Lanka Army plans to produce ammunition, cutting forex outflow; State Minister",6/1/2023,Defence,"Light weapons in the Army include the type 56 (T56) assault rifle, 9mm pistol, and lightweight machine gun. ","Sri Lanka Army plans to produce ammunition, cutting forex outflow; State Minister Light weapons in the Army include the type 56 (T56) assault rifle, 9mm pistol, and lightweight machine gun. ",negative,-0.901185453
Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge up on higher than expected rate cuts,6/1/2023,Markets,"""The overall sentiment is positive, because it was a higher than expected rate cut,"" an analyst said. ","Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge up on higher than expected rate cuts ""The overall sentiment is positive, because it was a higher than expected rate cut,"" an analyst said. ",positive,0.997239828
Sri Lanka standup comedian arrest stifles free speech: CPA,6/1/2023,Free Speech,"In August 2022, the Human Rights Watch called for amendments to the ICCPR Act.","Sri Lanka standup comedian arrest stifles free speech: CPA In August 2022, the Human Rights Watch called for amendments to the ICCPR Act.",negative,-0.996790469
Twelve Sri Lanka state enterprises under President,6/1/2023,Economy,"Includes Sri Lanka Telecom, salt, chemicals and cement corporations","Twelve Sri Lanka state enterprises under President Includes Sri Lanka Telecom, salt, chemicals and cement corporations",positive,0.992542267
"Sri Lanka professionals, vehicle owners, over 18s, to register under income tax law",6/1/2023,Economy,"To register by June 01, over 18 in 2024","Sri Lanka professionals, vehicle owners, over 18s, to register under income tax law To register by June 01, over 18 in 2024",positive,0.909467518
"Sri Lanka bond yields down after rate cut, rupee steady",6/1/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rupee quoted 290/291 to US dollar in early trade,"Sri Lanka bond yields down after rate cut, rupee steady Rupee quoted 290/291 to US dollar in early trade",negative,-0.995883644
Sri Lanka cuts policy rates 250 basis points amid BOP surplus,6/1/2023,Economy,BOP also in surplus,Sri Lanka cuts policy rates 250 basis points amid BOP surplus BOP also in surplus,negative,-0.996570468
"Sri Lanka exports down in April, trade deficit up from March, rupee stronger",6/1/2023,Economy,The trade deficit expanded to 583 million US dollars in April from 412 million US dollars in March ,"Sri Lanka exports down in April, trade deficit up from March, rupee stronger The trade deficit expanded to 583 million US dollars in April from 412 million US dollars in March ",negative,-0.986439109
"Sri Lanka President discusses debt restructure, program progress with IMF",6/1/2023,Economy,"Sri Lanka President discusses debt restructure, program progress with IMF ","Sri Lanka President discusses debt restructure, program progress with IMF Sri Lanka President discusses debt restructure, program progress with IMF ",positive,0.859719217
"Sri Lanka cuts petrol to Rs318 a litre, kerosene to Rs245",5/31/2023,Energy,Lanka Industrial Kerosene will be cut by 60 rupees a litre to 270 rupees.,"Sri Lanka cuts petrol to Rs318 a litre, kerosene to Rs245 Lanka Industrial Kerosene will be cut by 60 rupees a litre to 270 rupees.",negative,-0.995669127
Sri Lanka opposition slams purported licence-cancelling broadcast authority,5/31/2023,Free Speech,"“What we can see is that this violates several fundamental rights, so we strongly oppose this bill,"" he said.","Sri Lanka opposition slams purported licence-cancelling broadcast authority “What we can see is that this violates several fundamental rights, so we strongly oppose this bill,"" he said.",negative,-0.997022688
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 290.25/75 to dollar, bond yields steady",5/31/2023,Markets,The rupee opened at 293.25 /294.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday.,"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 290.25/75 to dollar, bond yields steady The rupee opened at 293.25 /294.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday.",positive,0.612079799
"Sri Lanka's People's Bank says boosting liquidity, managing high rates environment",5/31/2023,Banking,"Our primary focus has, and continues to be, on further bolstering our liquidity","Sri Lanka's People's Bank says boosting liquidity, managing high rates environment Our primary focus has, and continues to be, on further bolstering our liquidity",positive,0.999748528
Sri Lanka inflation down to 25.2-pct in May 2023,5/31/2023,Economy,During the month of May the CCPI Index was unchanged at 192.3 points.,Sri Lanka inflation down to 25.2-pct in May 2023 During the month of May the CCPI Index was unchanged at 192.3 points.,negative,-0.987480104
Sri Lanka's shares edge up on close in hopes of a favorable Policy Review Meeting,5/31/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.26 percent or 22.57 points to 8,532.60","Sri Lanka's shares edge up on close in hopes of a favorable Policy Review Meeting The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.26 percent or 22.57 points to 8,532.60",negative,-0.983210206
Sri Lanka's Export Development Board to host SME promoting open day,5/31/2023,Business,"""The event is held in order to facilitate and promote small and medium enterprises in the country.""","Sri Lanka's Export Development Board to host SME promoting open day ""The event is held in order to facilitate and promote small and medium enterprises in the country.""",positive,0.998073936
Sri Lanka in talks with Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation for automation in agriculture,5/31/2023,Agriculture,Officials of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation have assured President Wickremesinghe interventions would be made.,Sri Lanka in talks with Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation for automation in agriculture Officials of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation have assured President Wickremesinghe interventions would be made.,positive,0.994581759
"Sri Lanka central bank names 8 pyramid scheme promotors, citing punishable offence",5/31/2023,Finance,"""Participating in a pyramid scheme is a punishable offence.” - Central Bank ","Sri Lanka central bank names 8 pyramid scheme promotors, citing punishable offence ""Participating in a pyramid scheme is a punishable offence.” - Central Bank ",negative,-0.996773541
Sri Lanka sells Rs.160 bn in T-bill auction,5/31/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Auction while all offered 160 billion bills were sold, data from the state debt office showed.","Sri Lanka sells Rs.160 bn in T-bill auction Auction while all offered 160 billion bills were sold, data from the state debt office showed.",negative,-0.970446348
Sri Lanka inks deal with Korea for floating solar plants,5/31/2023,Economy,KIAT will give a grant of 5.2 million  dollars to the Sustainable Energy Authority in order to build the projects.,Sri Lanka inks deal with Korea for floating solar plants KIAT will give a grant of 5.2 million  dollars to the Sustainable Energy Authority in order to build the projects.,positive,0.859897494
Sri Lanka's shares edge up on anticipations of a positive Monetary Policy meeting,5/31/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka's shares edged up in mid day trade on Wednesday on expectations of a positive Monetary Policy Meeting. ,Sri Lanka's shares edge up on anticipations of a positive Monetary Policy meeting Sri Lanka's shares edged up in mid day trade on Wednesday on expectations of a positive Monetary Policy Meeting. ,positive,0.973146558
China's Vice Foreign Minister promises support to Sri Lanka President,5/31/2023,Political News,Sri Lanka is in talks with bilateral creditors including China to re-structure debt,China's Vice Foreign Minister promises support to Sri Lanka President Sri Lanka is in talks with bilateral creditors including China to re-structure debt,negative,-0.645327747
"Sri Lanka tourism arrivals up from last year in May, but below April ",5/31/2023,Economy,"In April Sri Lanka welcomed 105,498 tourists, down from 125,495 in March.","Sri Lanka tourism arrivals up from last year in May, but below April  In April Sri Lanka welcomed 105,498 tourists, down from 125,495 in March.",positive,0.994994342
"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 293.25/294.00 to dollar, bond yields steady",5/31/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 293.25 /294.00 against the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday.,"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 293.25/294.00 to dollar, bond yields steady Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 293.25 /294.00 against the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday.",positive,0.970273674
Sri Lanka may have to raise debt limit: Minister,5/31/2023,Economy,"Many foreign funded projects are at a standstill, after default","Sri Lanka may have to raise debt limit: Minister Many foreign funded projects are at a standstill, after default",negative,-0.990699589
"Sri Lanka to make state interventions on cement, steel, aluminum prices: Minister",5/31/2023,Economy,"Instead of allowing for the open market to bring down prices, interventions should be made","Sri Lanka to make state interventions on cement, steel, aluminum prices: Minister Instead of allowing for the open market to bring down prices, interventions should be made",negative,-0.970462143
Sri Lanka to give 7-day grace period for foreigners overstaying visas,5/31/2023,Business,Two stage fines of US$250 dollars and US$500 ,Sri Lanka to give 7-day grace period for foreigners overstaying visas Two stage fines of US$250 dollars and US$500 ,negative,-0.983032227
Sri Lanka's stocks end over one-month low on weak macroeconomic sentiments,5/30/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.50 percent or 42.52 points to 8,532.60","Sri Lanka's stocks end over one-month low on weak macroeconomic sentiments The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.50 percent or 42.52 points to 8,532.60",negative,-0.999682426
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 293.50/294.50 to dollar , bond yields steady",5/30/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee closed at 296.75 /297.25 to the US dollar on Monday after opening around 296.50 /297.50 rupees.,"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 293.50/294.50 to dollar , bond yields steady The rupee closed at 296.75 /297.25 to the US dollar on Monday after opening around 296.50 /297.50 rupees.",negative,-0.982927382
Sri Lanka food producers on countdown; 6-months to reduce trans fat content,5/30/2023,Economy,"However, these regulations will not be applicable for export oriented food products.","Sri Lanka food producers on countdown; 6-months to reduce trans fat content However, these regulations will not be applicable for export oriented food products.",negative,-0.999442518
India extends under utilized $1 bln credit facility to Sri Lanka by one year ,5/30/2023,Debt Restructuring,The agreement is extended for the remaining $423.25 million - State FinMin,India extends under utilized $1 bln credit facility to Sri Lanka by one year  The agreement is extended for the remaining $423.25 million - State FinMin,negative,-0.961112797
Sri Lanka President cleared to discuss cancelled LRT after soured Japan relations,5/30/2023,Debt Restructuring,"Gotabaya Rajapaksa unilaterally cancelled Japanese financed $1.5 billion LRT, Japan, India involved ECT ","Sri Lanka President cleared to discuss cancelled LRT after soured Japan relations Gotabaya Rajapaksa unilaterally cancelled Japanese financed $1.5 billion LRT, Japan, India involved ECT ",negative,-0.998146415
Sri Lanka to tighten grip on television with broadcast law,5/30/2023,Legal,Justice Minister to make the draft law to discuss draft law with media soon,Sri Lanka to tighten grip on television with broadcast law Justice Minister to make the draft law to discuss draft law with media soon,negative,-0.964150965
Sri Lanka's shares fall in mid day trade on need for clarity on DDO and DDR,5/30/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka's shares fell in mid day trade on Tuesday on selling pressures and a wait and see approach.,Sri Lanka's shares fall in mid day trade on need for clarity on DDO and DDR Sri Lanka's shares fell in mid day trade on Tuesday on selling pressures and a wait and see approach.,negative,-0.999413013
"Sri Lanka rupee at 296.75/297.25 to dollar at open, bond yields steady",5/30/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee closed at 296.75 /297.25 to the US dollar on Monday after opening around 296.50 /297.50 rupees.,"Sri Lanka rupee at 296.75/297.25 to dollar at open, bond yields steady The rupee closed at 296.75 /297.25 to the US dollar on Monday after opening around 296.50 /297.50 rupees.",negative,-0.912192285
Sri Lanka rupee appreciation squeezes exporters,5/30/2023,Economy,Central bank net credit to government has fallen from September allowing balance of payments to go into surplus,Sri Lanka rupee appreciation squeezes exporters Central bank net credit to government has fallen from September allowing balance of payments to go into surplus,negative,-0.998693407
Sri Lanka forum to discuss central bank independence vs sound money,5/30/2023,Economy,The discussion will compare the current system against alternative systems ,Sri Lanka forum to discuss central bank independence vs sound money The discussion will compare the current system against alternative systems ,positive,0.786405802
Sri Lanka teachers withdraw from A/L paper marking again over unresolved payments,5/29/2023,Economy,Paper correction started this month after a long delay,Sri Lanka teachers withdraw from A/L paper marking again over unresolved payments Paper correction started this month after a long delay,negative,-0.994644284
Sri Lanka's shares down on potential delays in DDR and DDO,5/29/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 1.40 percent or 121.96 points at 8,575.11.","Sri Lanka's shares down on potential delays in DDR and DDO The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 1.40 percent or 121.96 points at 8,575.11.",negative,-0.99968493
Sri Lanka to make producers responsible for plastic containers,5/29/2023,Environment,From June the Central Environmental Authority would also bring regulations for imported pellets.,Sri Lanka to make producers responsible for plastic containers From June the Central Environmental Authority would also bring regulations for imported pellets.,negative,-0.990543306
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 296.75/297.25 to dollar, bond yields steady",5/29/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee closed at 296.00 /297.50 to the US dollar on Friday after opening around 302.80/303.10 rupees.,"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 296.75/297.25 to dollar, bond yields steady The rupee closed at 296.00 /297.50 to the US dollar on Friday after opening around 302.80/303.10 rupees.",negative,-0.977048576
"Sri Lanka food security improves across all provinces by 40 percent: FAO, WFP",5/29/2023,Agriculture,"Nearly 10,000 people are considered severely acute food-insecure at present, down from 66,000 people last year.","Sri Lanka food security improves across all provinces by 40 percent: FAO, WFP Nearly 10,000 people are considered severely acute food-insecure at present, down from 66,000 people last year.",positive,0.97203517
Sri Lanka gets US$350mn budget support loan from ADB,5/29/2023,Economy,Budget support loans ease cashflows of the government,Sri Lanka gets US$350mn budget support loan from ADB Budget support loans ease cashflows of the government,negative,-0.886700809
Sri Lanka's next election likely to be presidential poll: UNP deputy leader,5/29/2023,Politics,"“The way I see it, the next election will be a presidential poll,” said the former MP.","Sri Lanka's next election likely to be presidential poll: UNP deputy leader “The way I see it, the next election will be a presidential poll,” said the former MP.",negative,-0.979684591
Sri Lanka's shares down in mid day trade,5/29/2023,Markets,The turnover was 264 million rupees during mid day trade. ,Sri Lanka's shares down in mid day trade The turnover was 264 million rupees during mid day trade. ,negative,-0.986760736
Sri Lanka Ceylon Tea prices down at weekly auction,5/29/2023,Tea,The weekly sale average fell by 86.93 rupees to 980.64 rupees from 1067.57 rupees,Sri Lanka Ceylon Tea prices down at weekly auction The weekly sale average fell by 86.93 rupees to 980.64 rupees from 1067.57 rupees,negative,-0.998279572
"Sri Lanka rupee at 296.50 /297.50 to dollar at open, bond yields up",5/29/2023,Bonds & Forex,A bond maturing on 01.09.2027 was quoted at 26.50/70 percent unchanged from Friday’s close.,"Sri Lanka rupee at 296.50 /297.50 to dollar at open, bond yields up A bond maturing on 01.09.2027 was quoted at 26.50/70 percent unchanged from Friday’s close.",negative,-0.961036742
Sri Lanka's Port City duty free to have allowance of US$5000 a year,5/29/2023,Economy,Tourists and those going out of the country could also buy goods,Sri Lanka's Port City duty free to have allowance of US$5000 a year Tourists and those going out of the country could also buy goods,negative,-0.669432938
Sri Lanka to offer land for investors to build industrial zones,5/28/2023,Business,Foreign investors are again showing interest in the country as stability returns,Sri Lanka to offer land for investors to build industrial zones Foreign investors are again showing interest in the country as stability returns,positive,0.984499276
Damith Pallewatte to be next CEO of Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank,5/28/2023,Banking,"He will succeed Jonathan Alles, who is retiring from August 23,2024","Damith Pallewatte to be next CEO of Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank He will succeed Jonathan Alles, who is retiring from August 23,2024",positive,0.99442482
"Sri Lanka raises fuel quota for cars to 40 litres, bikes 14",5/28/2023,Energy,The new ration will be effetive from midnight May 31.,"Sri Lanka raises fuel quota for cars to 40 litres, bikes 14 The new ration will be effetive from midnight May 31.",negative,-0.959486485
Sri Lanka services exports rise 9.5-pct up to April 2023,5/28/2023,Economy,"In 2022, services exports were up 55.9 percent to US$1.8 billion according to EDB estimated data","Sri Lanka services exports rise 9.5-pct up to April 2023 In 2022, services exports were up 55.9 percent to US$1.8 billion according to EDB estimated data",positive,0.756095707
Sri Lanka gets go ahead for water villa development: Minister,5/28/2023,Business,Islets off Kalpitiya approved ,Sri Lanka gets go ahead for water villa development: Minister Islets off Kalpitiya approved ,positive,0.991342664
"Sri Lanka apparel factories running below capacity, 20-pct drop in orders",5/28/2023,Business,"Sometimes they have to stop a production line, or operate below capacity","Sri Lanka apparel factories running below capacity, 20-pct drop in orders Sometimes they have to stop a production line, or operate below capacity",negative,-0.999602497
Sri Lanka to introduce artificial intelligence to school curriculum in 2024,5/27/2023,Education,"""Artificial intelligence will help the students improve their skills,” said Nawaratnhe.","Sri Lanka to introduce artificial intelligence to school curriculum in 2024 ""Artificial intelligence will help the students improve their skills,” said Nawaratnhe.",positive,0.996097565
Sri Lanka tour operators looking at new source markets,5/27/2023,Tourism,"The island saw 57,142 arrivals in May and 498,319 since January so far.","Sri Lanka tour operators looking at new source markets The island saw 57,142 arrivals in May and 498,319 since January so far.",positive,0.945858836
Sri Lanka expects an influx of Chinese tourists in the year 2023,5/27/2023,Tourism,"""The number of Chinese tourists in Sri Lanka is picking up and will increase in the coming months.""","Sri Lanka expects an influx of Chinese tourists in the year 2023 ""The number of Chinese tourists in Sri Lanka is picking up and will increase in the coming months.""",positive,0.996718705
Sri Lanka to develop marine tourism with ADB assistance,5/27/2023,Tourism,"""The level of investment needed is difficult to estimate at the moment,"" Fernando said.","Sri Lanka to develop marine tourism with ADB assistance ""The level of investment needed is difficult to estimate at the moment,"" Fernando said.",negative,-0.957442462
Sri Lanka MP seeks amendment to asset declaration law to include president,5/27/2023,Politics,An electronic automated asset declaration system is also proposed.,Sri Lanka MP seeks amendment to asset declaration law to include president An electronic automated asset declaration system is also proposed.,negative,-0.976503551
Sri Lanka president invites more Japanese investments as economy stabilises,5/27/2023,International Relations,He also called for cooperation between Sri Lanka and Japan in the two countries’ respective digital transformations.,Sri Lanka president invites more Japanese investments as economy stabilises He also called for cooperation between Sri Lanka and Japan in the two countries’ respective digital transformations.,negative,-0.919353187
Sri Lanka to set up cannabis export processing zone,5/27/2023,Apparel,Several investors have expressed interest,Sri Lanka to set up cannabis export processing zone Several investors have expressed interest,positive,0.972922266
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 296.00/297.50 to dollar , bond yields down",5/26/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 296.00 /297.50 against the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields down","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 296.00/297.50 to dollar , bond yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 296.00 /297.50 against the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields down",negative,-0.998198807
"Sri Lanka targets over US$1.5bn in FDI in 2023, could get refinery boost",5/26/2023,Economy,"Up to May 604 million dollars, worth investment agreements have been signed","Sri Lanka targets over US$1.5bn in FDI in 2023, could get refinery boost Up to May 604 million dollars, worth investment agreements have been signed",negative,-0.892853081
Sri Lanka's shares close lower on import restrictions and the need for debt optimization assurances,5/26/2023,Markets,The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.18 percent or 15.65 points at 8697.07,Sri Lanka's shares close lower on import restrictions and the need for debt optimization assurances The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.18 percent or 15.65 points at 8697.07,negative,-0.99966681
Sri Lanka LOLC group rebrands its hotel to boost tourism ,5/26/2023,Tourism,"Sri Lanka has already seen over 500,000 foreign visitors so far this year","Sri Lanka LOLC group rebrands its hotel to boost tourism  Sri Lanka has already seen over 500,000 foreign visitors so far this year",negative,-0.930879831
Sri Lanka April exports down 16-pct amid continued declining trend - EDB ,5/26/2023,Trade,"The cumulative exports from January to April this year have declined by 9.8 percent to $3,8 billion","Sri Lanka April exports down 16-pct amid continued declining trend - EDB  The cumulative exports from January to April this year have declined by 9.8 percent to $3,8 billion",negative,-0.998671055
"Sri Lanka govt to revise fuel prices, increase fuel quota from June",5/26/2023,Economy,Fuel Quota currently allowed on the National Fuel Pass QR system will be increased from the next month,"Sri Lanka govt to revise fuel prices, increase fuel quota from June Fuel Quota currently allowed on the National Fuel Pass QR system will be increased from the next month",negative,-0.759027004
Korean arrested in Sri Lanka over attempts to send locals to foreign jobs sans valid license ,5/26/2023,Employment,The official had no information whether the arrested Korean had sent anyone to Korea for employment,Korean arrested in Sri Lanka over attempts to send locals to foreign jobs sans valid license  The official had no information whether the arrested Korean had sent anyone to Korea for employment,negative,-0.999334395
Sri Lanka's mid day shares down on lack of direction,5/26/2023,Markets,"""The market is down on the lack of direction in domestic debt restructuring and debt optimization,"" an analyst said. ","Sri Lanka's mid day shares down on lack of direction ""The market is down on the lack of direction in domestic debt restructuring and debt optimization,"" an analyst said. ",negative,-0.999590814
South Korea agrees to accept Sri Lanka workers hit by plane delay,5/26/2023,Economy,"Due to 10-hour delay of SriLankan flight, 48 workers missed a deadline set by the Korean authorities to report to work","South Korea agrees to accept Sri Lanka workers hit by plane delay Due to 10-hour delay of SriLankan flight, 48 workers missed a deadline set by the Korean authorities to report to work",negative,-0.991542339
Sri Lanka sells Rs24.5 billion bills post – auction,5/26/2023,Bonds & Forex,In the original auction the debt office sold 124.8 billion rupees of Treasury bills after offering 160 billion,Sri Lanka sells Rs24.5 billion bills post – auction In the original auction the debt office sold 124.8 billion rupees of Treasury bills after offering 160 billion,negative,-0.956464112
"Sri Lanka rupee at 299.50/300.00 to dollar at open, bond yields steady",5/26/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 299.50 /300.00 against the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields stead...","Sri Lanka rupee at 299.50/300.00 to dollar at open, bond yields steady Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 299.50 /300.00 against the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields stead...",positive,0.996621847
Sri Lanka personal income tax shock dims economic activities,5/26/2023,Economy,The market witnessed price reductions and promotional trade schemes to stimulate consumption,Sri Lanka personal income tax shock dims economic activities The market witnessed price reductions and promotional trade schemes to stimulate consumption,negative,-0.999442279
Sri Lanka president apologises to Japan for cancellation of light rail project,5/25/2023,Economy,Wickremesinghe met Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida in Tokyo on Thursday May 25.,Sri Lanka president apologises to Japan for cancellation of light rail project Wickremesinghe met Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida in Tokyo on Thursday May 25.,positive,0.966938376
Sri Lanka President bets for China-inclusive Asia-led economy,5/25/2023,Economic Crisis,"“We want an Asia that can accommodate the Indo-Pacific, the BRI, as well as the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo- Pacific”","Sri Lanka President bets for China-inclusive Asia-led economy “We want an Asia that can accommodate the Indo-Pacific, the BRI, as well as the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo- Pacific”",positive,0.987048328
Sri Lanka shares slip as government eases import restrictions,5/25/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was down 0.48 percent or 42.45 points to 8,712.72","Sri Lanka shares slip as government eases import restrictions The main All Share Price Index was down 0.48 percent or 42.45 points to 8,712.72",negative,-0.999728024
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 302.00/40 to dollar, bond yields down",5/25/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 302.00 /40 against the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields were do...","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 302.00/40 to dollar, bond yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 302.00 /40 against the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields were do...",negative,-0.995917618
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 5.1-pct,5/25/2023,Agriculture,"The auction offered 678,770 coconuts and 512,848 nuts were sold. ","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 5.1-pct The auction offered 678,770 coconuts and 512,848 nuts were sold. ",negative,-0.984264612
Sri Lanka COPF chair deadlock persists despite president consenting to Harsha,5/25/2023,Politics,"“I would like to know if there is some problem within the government,"" said Premadasa.","Sri Lanka COPF chair deadlock persists despite president consenting to Harsha “I would like to know if there is some problem within the government,"" said Premadasa.",negative,-0.993628144
Sri Lanka's shares down in mid day trade,5/25/2023,Markets,'Selling pressures were borne by the tile counters and tile holdings companies and the relaxing of import restrictions.',Sri Lanka's shares down in mid day trade 'Selling pressures were borne by the tile counters and tile holdings companies and the relaxing of import restrictions.',negative,-0.994398177
Sri Lanka's Hayleys Plc rated 'AAA(lka)' with a stable outlook: Fitch,5/25/2023,Business,We believe this will lead to steady operating cash flows,Sri Lanka's Hayleys Plc rated 'AAA(lka)' with a stable outlook: Fitch We believe this will lead to steady operating cash flows,positive,0.998998702
"Sri Lanka rupee at 302.80/303.10 to dollar at open, bond yields steady",5/25/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee pegged at 302.80/303.10 against the US dollar in the spot market, while bond yields were steady","Sri Lanka rupee at 302.80/303.10 to dollar at open, bond yields steady Sri Lanka’s rupee pegged at 302.80/303.10 against the US dollar in the spot market, while bond yields were steady",positive,0.997839034
Sri Lanka to lift import controls on 100 items: Minister,5/25/2023,Economy,.,Sri Lanka to lift import controls on 100 items: Minister .,positive,0.974271953
Sri Lanka's shares end over two month high on positive macroeconomic sentiments,5/24/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was up 1.39 percent or 119.86 points to 8,755.17. ","Sri Lanka's shares end over two month high on positive macroeconomic sentiments The main All Share Price Index was up 1.39 percent or 119.86 points to 8,755.17. ",negative,-0.858355403
Sri Lanka rupee at 303.50/304.20 to dollar at close,5/24/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rupee closed at 304.50/304.20 against the US dollar,Sri Lanka rupee at 303.50/304.20 to dollar at close Rupee closed at 304.50/304.20 against the US dollar,negative,-0.996400476
Sri Lanka parliament votes to remove PUCSL chief,5/24/2023,Legal,123 members voted to oust Janaka Ratnayake,Sri Lanka parliament votes to remove PUCSL chief 123 members voted to oust Janaka Ratnayake,negative,-0.896222949
India did not demand money from Sri Lanka for ship disaster help: HC,5/24/2023,Environment,Costs were submitted to claim from insurer,India did not demand money from Sri Lanka for ship disaster help: HC Costs were submitted to claim from insurer,negative,-0.987858653
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields rise across maturities,5/24/2023,Bonds & Forex,Treasury bill yields rose across maturities,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields rise across maturities Treasury bill yields rose across maturities,positive,0.690650642
"Sri Lanka power minister lambasts regulatory chief, defends planned removal",5/24/2023,Energy,"“Being a member of an independent commission does not allow him to make political decisions.""","Sri Lanka power minister lambasts regulatory chief, defends planned removal “Being a member of an independent commission does not allow him to make political decisions.""",negative,-0.989343047
Sri Lanka's CEB proposes 23-pct power bill cut for low users: Minister,5/24/2023,Energy,No mention was made of the proposed tariff for industrial or commercial users.,Sri Lanka's CEB proposes 23-pct power bill cut for low users: Minister No mention was made of the proposed tariff for industrial or commercial users.,negative,-0.995687306
Denying Sri Lanka PUCSL Chief entry to his own ouster debate deplorable: Eran,5/24/2023,Energy,Sri Lanka parliament has 'bizarre record' over independent commissions,Denying Sri Lanka PUCSL Chief entry to his own ouster debate deplorable: Eran Sri Lanka parliament has 'bizarre record' over independent commissions,negative,-0.997680426
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,5/24/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 1.26 percent or 108.29 points to 8,744.20","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 1.26 percent or 108.29 points to 8,744.20",negative,-0.693554521
"Sri Lankan rupee at 304.10/30 to US dollar, bond yields open flat",5/24/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 304.10/30 against the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday. ,"Sri Lankan rupee at 304.10/30 to US dollar, bond yields open flat Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 304.10/30 against the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday. ",negative,-0.995402932
Sri Lanka's JKH in talks international operators over gaming strategy,5/24/2023,Business,Also discussing tenants of retail mall,Sri Lanka's JKH in talks international operators over gaming strategy Also discussing tenants of retail mall,positive,0.910723805
Sri Lanka’s latest custodial murder gets muddier,5/24/2023,Legal,Sri Lanka has seen a series of death of person in police custody,Sri Lanka’s latest custodial murder gets muddier Sri Lanka has seen a series of death of person in police custody,negative,-0.999027133
Sri Lanka's JKH net down in March quarter,5/24/2023,Bonds & Forex,Profits last year were boosted by one-off items,Sri Lanka's JKH net down in March quarter Profits last year were boosted by one-off items,positive,0.693236411
Sri Lanka hikes entry fees to botanical gardens,5/23/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka has hiked entry fees to botanical gardens by tourists and domestic visitors by around 50 percent from July 01,Sri Lanka hikes entry fees to botanical gardens Sri Lanka has hiked entry fees to botanical gardens by tourists and domestic visitors by around 50 percent from July 01,negative,-0.927695096
"Sri Lanka needs more revenues, debt restructuring by Sept: IMF mission",5/23/2023,Economy,Macroeconomic situation in Sri Lanka is showing tentative signs of improvement,"Sri Lanka needs more revenues, debt restructuring by Sept: IMF mission Macroeconomic situation in Sri Lanka is showing tentative signs of improvement",negative,-0.715698004
"Sri Lankan rupee at 304.30/90 against the US dollar, bond yields up at close",5/23/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 304.30/90 against the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, bond yields up","Sri Lankan rupee at 304.30/90 against the US dollar, bond yields up at close Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 304.30/90 against the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, bond yields up",negative,-0.962852061
Sri Lanka's shares close up after seven sessions on foreign interest,5/23/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was up 0.28 percent or 23.93 points to 8,635.31","Sri Lanka's shares close up after seven sessions on foreign interest The main All Share Price Index was up 0.28 percent or 23.93 points to 8,635.31",negative,-0.995584428
"Sri Lanka to develop new shipping, logistics policy",5/23/2023,Logistics,Current policy not conducive to attract investment or provide competitive services,"Sri Lanka to develop new shipping, logistics policy Current policy not conducive to attract investment or provide competitive services",negative,-0.998694956
Sri Lanka's shares edge down on selling pressure,5/23/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was down 0.28 percent or 23.73 points to 8,587.65","Sri Lanka's shares edge down on selling pressure The main All Share Price Index was down 0.28 percent or 23.73 points to 8,587.65",negative,-0.99951601
Sri Lanka draws up framework to sell green bonds,5/23/2023,Economy,A second party opinion will be sought,Sri Lanka draws up framework to sell green bonds A second party opinion will be sought,positive,0.895256042
Sri Lanka cabinet approves incentives for Colombo Port City,5/23/2023,Economy,Incentives and exemptions to be given to two categories,Sri Lanka cabinet approves incentives for Colombo Port City Incentives and exemptions to be given to two categories,positive,0.972104549
"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 305.20/50 against the US dollar, bond yields unchanged",5/23/2023,Bonds & Forex,"A bond maturing on 01.09.2027 opened at 26.40/60 percent unchanged from 26.40/60 percent, at Monday's close.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 305.20/50 against the US dollar, bond yields unchanged A bond maturing on 01.09.2027 opened at 26.40/60 percent unchanged from 26.40/60 percent, at Monday's close.",negative,-0.976848662
Sri Lanka's national inflation down to 33.6-pct in April,5/23/2023,Economy,The index is only 0.3 percent above the September 2022 number of 201.9 points,Sri Lanka's national inflation down to 33.6-pct in April The index is only 0.3 percent above the September 2022 number of 201.9 points,negative,-0.997238636
"Sri Lanka President visiting Japan, Singapore",5/23/2023,Legal,"President to meet Japan's Prime Minister, Foreign Minister and Finance Minister","Sri Lanka President visiting Japan, Singapore President to meet Japan's Prime Minister, Foreign Minister and Finance Minister",positive,0.996876359
"Sri Lanka's shares weigh down on selling pressures, high interest and fears of DDR",5/22/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was down 1.21 percent or 105.58 points to 8,611.38. ","Sri Lanka's shares weigh down on selling pressures, high interest and fears of DDR The main All Share Price Index was down 1.21 percent or 105.58 points to 8,611.38. ",negative,-0.999431193
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 305.40/60 against the US dollar, bond yields steady",5/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 305.40/60 against the US dollar,"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 305.40/60 against the US dollar, bond yields steady Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 305.40/60 against the US dollar",negative,-0.982994556
Fresh questions over death of maid in Sri Lanka police custody,5/22/2023,Legal,Lack of records of detention queried,Fresh questions over death of maid in Sri Lanka police custody Lack of records of detention queried,negative,-0.978383243
Sri Lanka inks deal with Sinopec to distribute fuel,5/22/2023,Energy,Expected to begin operations within 45 days of licensing,Sri Lanka inks deal with Sinopec to distribute fuel Expected to begin operations within 45 days of licensing,negative,-0.981647611
"Sri Lanka consumer goods face challenges, driven by essentials: retailer",5/22/2023,Business,Falling prices ,"Sri Lanka consumer goods face challenges, driven by essentials: retailer Falling prices ",negative,-0.995945871
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,5/22/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down by 1.33 percent or 115.96 points to 8,601.00","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down by 1.33 percent or 115.96 points to 8,601.00",negative,-0.999495149
"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services down in April 2023 : PMI",5/22/2023,Business,"New orders in April dropped to 33 from 55.9, and Production fell to 24.5 from 55.8.","Sri Lanka manufacturing, services down in April 2023 : PMI New orders in April dropped to 33 from 55.9, and Production fell to 24.5 from 55.8.",negative,-0.999550402
"Sri Lanka rupee at 306.30/50 against the US dollar, bond yields steady",5/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee opened at 306.30/50 against the US dollar in the spot market,"Sri Lanka rupee at 306.30/50 against the US dollar, bond yields steady The rupee opened at 306.30/50 against the US dollar in the spot market",negative,-0.801759899
Sri Lanka bank net foreign assets turn positive: analysis,5/22/2023,Banking,Paying down foreign loans narrows the current account deficit or generates a surplus,Sri Lanka bank net foreign assets turn positive: analysis Paying down foreign loans narrows the current account deficit or generates a surplus,positive,0.999229908
Rupee appreciation and higher volumes drags down tea prices,5/21/2023,Tea,All average tea prices fell and the weekly sale average was down by 65.40 rupees to 1067.57 rupees from 1132.97 rupees,Rupee appreciation and higher volumes drags down tea prices All average tea prices fell and the weekly sale average was down by 65.40 rupees to 1067.57 rupees from 1132.97 rupees,negative,-0.999469101
Sri Lanka Bank of Ceylon net down 34.7-pct in March 2023 quarter,5/21/2023,Banking,BoC keeps lending rate growth below the pace of deposit rates,Sri Lanka Bank of Ceylon net down 34.7-pct in March 2023 quarter BoC keeps lending rate growth below the pace of deposit rates,negative,-0.997763157
"Sri Lanka extends import taxes on cereals, edible oils, fruits",5/21/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka has a history of to promote import substitution due to economists printing money to suppress rates,"Sri Lanka extends import taxes on cereals, edible oils, fruits Sri Lanka has a history of to promote import substitution due to economists printing money to suppress rates",negative,-0.973599911
G7 welcomes creditors' meeting; expects model to replicate to similar debt-hit nations,5/20/2023,Debt Restructuring,"Japan, India and France launched the debt restructuring negotiation process on April 13","G7 welcomes creditors' meeting; expects model to replicate to similar debt-hit nations Japan, India and France launched the debt restructuring negotiation process on April 13",positive,0.994545102
Sri Lanka hosts the Indian Travel Agents Association convention to boost tourism,5/20/2023,Culture,"The 68th annual convention of Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) is set to be held from July 6 to 9, 2023.","Sri Lanka hosts the Indian Travel Agents Association convention to boost tourism The 68th annual convention of Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) is set to be held from July 6 to 9, 2023.",positive,0.997460186
"Sri Lanka's Sabry summons Canadian HC on Trudeau's ""genocide"" comment ",5/20/2023,International Relations,Canadian Parliament has adopted the motion to make May 18 Tamil Genocide Remembrance Day,"Sri Lanka's Sabry summons Canadian HC on Trudeau's ""genocide"" comment  Canadian Parliament has adopted the motion to make May 18 Tamil Genocide Remembrance Day",negative,-0.941980302
China appreciates Indian navy's humanitarian help on sinking vessel in Indian Ocean,5/20/2023,International news,"""Truly appreciate the timely help!,"" the Chinese Embassy in New Delhi said in its twitter feed.","China appreciates Indian navy's humanitarian help on sinking vessel in Indian Ocean ""Truly appreciate the timely help!,"" the Chinese Embassy in New Delhi said in its twitter feed.",positive,0.999806583
"Sri Lanka hits back Canadian PM Trudeau for ""Tamil Genocide"" comment",5/20/2023,Free Speech,Sri Lankan Army is accused of war crimes in the final phase of 26-year war,"Sri Lanka hits back Canadian PM Trudeau for ""Tamil Genocide"" comment Sri Lankan Army is accused of war crimes in the final phase of 26-year war",negative,-0.969567955
"Sri Lanka ad hoc peg closes at Rs306.50/307.00 to dollar, kerb at Rs308/310",5/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,Over the week the rupee has been allowed to strengthen from 313.10/40 to the US dollar last Friday.,"Sri Lanka ad hoc peg closes at Rs306.50/307.00 to dollar, kerb at Rs308/310 Over the week the rupee has been allowed to strengthen from 313.10/40 to the US dollar last Friday.",negative,-0.989918292
Sri Lanka shares fall to near 3-weeks low as DDR speculation weighs,5/19/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was down 0.72 percent or 63.25 points to 8,716.96","Sri Lanka shares fall to near 3-weeks low as DDR speculation weighs The main All Share Price Index was down 0.72 percent or 63.25 points to 8,716.96",negative,-0.99962461
Sri Lanka to intervene in transferring benefit of rupee appreciation to consumers,5/19/2023,Economy,"“The dollar falling and the rupee rising means the benefit must definitely go to the people,” he said.","Sri Lanka to intervene in transferring benefit of rupee appreciation to consumers “The dollar falling and the rupee rising means the benefit must definitely go to the people,” he said.",positive,0.993887126
Sri Lankan climber gets Samahan boost for Mount McKinley adventure,5/19/2023,Sports,Peries is the second Sri Lankan to summit Mount Everest in May 2018,Sri Lankan climber gets Samahan boost for Mount McKinley adventure Peries is the second Sri Lankan to summit Mount Everest in May 2018,positive,0.999072552
Sri Lanka opposition leader vows to fight domestic debt restructuring,5/19/2023,Economy,"“You can’t dance to your own tune, nor can you make the people dance,” said Premadasa.","Sri Lanka opposition leader vows to fight domestic debt restructuring “You can’t dance to your own tune, nor can you make the people dance,” said Premadasa.",negative,-0.615106404
Sri Lanka's shares down on firmer need for DDR clarity,5/19/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was down 0.89 percent or 78.37 points to 8,701.84","Sri Lanka's shares down on firmer need for DDR clarity The main All Share Price Index was down 0.89 percent or 78.37 points to 8,701.84",negative,-0.999582827
Sri Lanka to allow more farmers to use firearms against wild animal attacks,5/19/2023,Agriculture,"Licenses for firearms for crop protection activities can be obtained from the District Secretariats, Minister Tennakoon.","Sri Lanka to allow more farmers to use firearms against wild animal attacks Licenses for firearms for crop protection activities can be obtained from the District Secretariats, Minister Tennakoon.",negative,-0.90737015
"Sri Lanka electricity use plunges, consumers move to lower categories",5/19/2023,Energy,"Nearly 200,000 users had moved down to the below 30 unit a month category","Sri Lanka electricity use plunges, consumers move to lower categories Nearly 200,000 users had moved down to the below 30 unit a month category",negative,-0.996156752
"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 307.20/308 against the US dollar, bond yields down",5/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at open on Friday and the rupee opened at 307.20/308.00 against the US dollar,"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 307.20/308 against the US dollar, bond yields down Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at open on Friday and the rupee opened at 307.20/308.00 against the US dollar",negative,-0.994826019
Sri Lanka's CEB has proposed reducing tariff by 3-pct: PUCSL chief,5/19/2023,Energy,Costs estimated for the second half of 2023 had a fallen around 27 percent,Sri Lanka's CEB has proposed reducing tariff by 3-pct: PUCSL chief Costs estimated for the second half of 2023 had a fallen around 27 percent,negative,-0.999413133
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 306.50/307.25 to US dollar, bond yields down",5/18/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s bond yields were end lower on Thursday and the rupee closed at 306.50/307.25 against the US dollar ,"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 306.50/307.25 to US dollar, bond yields down Sri Lanka’s bond yields were end lower on Thursday and the rupee closed at 306.50/307.25 against the US dollar ",negative,-0.997874737
Sri Lanka’s shares close down on wait and see approach for DDR,5/18/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down by 0.49 percent or 43.07 points to 8,780.21Sri Lanka’s shares","Sri Lanka’s shares close down on wait and see approach for DDR All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down by 0.49 percent or 43.07 points to 8,780.21Sri Lanka’s shares",negative,-0.999673843
Gandhi: The social logic of Ahimsa,5/18/2023,Culture,"From his axiom of ahimsa (non-violence), Gandhi derives two promising themes...","Gandhi: The social logic of Ahimsa From his axiom of ahimsa (non-violence), Gandhi derives two promising themes...",positive,0.997057915
"Sri Lanka president declares health, electricity and petroleum services essential",5/18/2023,Economy,"A Similar gazette was issued in April 17, which also included postal services.","Sri Lanka president declares health, electricity and petroleum services essential A Similar gazette was issued in April 17, which also included postal services.",negative,-0.788201153
Sri Lanka university lecturers to meet president on IMF-prescribed tax hike,5/18/2023,Fiscal,"""The government has so far not been sensitive to this issue,"" he said.","Sri Lanka university lecturers to meet president on IMF-prescribed tax hike ""The government has so far not been sensitive to this issue,"" he said.",negative,-0.952451527
Sri Lanka ends 100-pct cash margin on import LCs,5/18/2023,Economy,Multiple import and exchange controls were imposed during periods when rates were mis-targeted with liquidity injections,Sri Lanka ends 100-pct cash margin on import LCs Multiple import and exchange controls were imposed during periods when rates were mis-targeted with liquidity injections,negative,-0.983831882
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in need for DDR clarity,5/18/2023,Markets,"""Wait and see approaches have been adopted, looking for clearance and clarity on debt restructuring,"" an analyst said. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in need for DDR clarity ""Wait and see approaches have been adopted, looking for clearance and clarity on debt restructuring,"" an analyst said. ",negative,-0.981982946
"Sri Lanka rupee at 305.00/30 against the US dollar, bond yields unchanged",5/18/2023,Bonds & Forex,A bond maturing on 01.09.2027 was quoted at 27.25/75 percent unchanged from Wednesday's close.,"Sri Lanka rupee at 305.00/30 against the US dollar, bond yields unchanged A bond maturing on 01.09.2027 was quoted at 27.25/75 percent unchanged from Wednesday's close.",negative,-0.967950642
Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka net down 82-pct in March 2023 quarter,5/18/2023,Business,Finance costs up,Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka net down 82-pct in March 2023 quarter Finance costs up,negative,-0.996161819
Singapore based GoodHope's announce Sri Lanka delisting,5/17/2023,Business,A circular to the shareholders with full details of the proposed delisting will be issued shortly ,Singapore based GoodHope's announce Sri Lanka delisting A circular to the shareholders with full details of the proposed delisting will be issued shortly ,negative,-0.975195944
Sri Lanka stock market ends steady in thin trade amid DDR,5/17/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.00 percent or 0.27 points to 8,823.28","Sri Lanka stock market ends steady in thin trade amid DDR The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.00 percent or 0.27 points to 8,823.28",negative,-0.999619246
"Sri Lanka rupee at 305.80/306.20 against the US dollar, bond yields steady",5/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s bond yields slightly up at close on Wednesday. ,"Sri Lanka rupee at 305.80/306.20 against the US dollar, bond yields steady Sri Lanka’s bond yields slightly up at close on Wednesday. ",positive,0.997428954
Sri Lanka brain drain: IMF hopes Sri Lankans who left during crisis will return,5/17/2023,Economy,"“We hope that, with the proper macroeconomic policies, many who left the country will see again the potential,"" she sa...","Sri Lanka brain drain: IMF hopes Sri Lankans who left during crisis will return “We hope that, with the proper macroeconomic policies, many who left the country will see again the potential,"" she sa...",negative,-0.906789184
Sri Lanka bill yields fall across maturities at auction,5/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,Yields across maturities fell,Sri Lanka bill yields fall across maturities at auction Yields across maturities fell,negative,-0.998716593
Stakeholders in Sri Lanka's IMF programme recognise need for reform: top IMF official,5/17/2023,Economy,"“You’ll have various stakeholders and they’ll have different views. That’s to be expected,” he said.","Stakeholders in Sri Lanka's IMF programme recognise need for reform: top IMF official “You’ll have various stakeholders and they’ll have different views. That’s to be expected,” he said.",positive,0.993720293
Sri Lanka's CPC to lease emergency response vessel,5/17/2023,Petroleum,"The contract will run from June 01, 2023","Sri Lanka's CPC to lease emergency response vessel The contract will run from June 01, 2023",positive,0.722124457
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,5/17/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.05 percent or 4.51 points to 8,827.52","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.05 percent or 4.51 points to 8,827.52",negative,-0.900738001
"Japan, FAO gives US$4.6mn free fertilizer for Sri Lanka paddy farmers",5/17/2023,Economy,"Ministry of Agriculture and the Department of Agrarian Development, will distribute the fertilizer.","Japan, FAO gives US$4.6mn free fertilizer for Sri Lanka paddy farmers Ministry of Agriculture and the Department of Agrarian Development, will distribute the fertilizer.",negative,-0.975574493
Sri Lanka President appoints three provincial governors,5/17/2023,Political News,"To the Western, Northern and Eastern provinces","Sri Lanka President appoints three provincial governors To the Western, Northern and Eastern provinces",positive,0.985480845
Sri Lankan renegotiates leases to save US$160mn,5/17/2023,Aviation,"IT, property and logistics contracts also renogiated","Sri Lankan renegotiates leases to save US$160mn IT, property and logistics contracts also renogiated",negative,-0.984070182
Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 308.30/50 against US dollar,5/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s bond yields not active on Wednesday ,Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 308.30/50 against US dollar Sri Lanka’s bond yields not active on Wednesday ,negative,-0.980566919
Sri Lanka's CEB loses Rs34bn in the March 2023 amid finance costs,5/17/2023,Energy,The operating loss was down to 19.2 billion rupees from 35.1 billion rupees,Sri Lanka's CEB loses Rs34bn in the March 2023 amid finance costs The operating loss was down to 19.2 billion rupees from 35.1 billion rupees,negative,-0.999534845
Sri Lanka macro-framework re-assessed by IMF,5/16/2023,Economy,"""At the moment we see things are developing more in line with expectations.""","Sri Lanka macro-framework re-assessed by IMF ""At the moment we see things are developing more in line with expectations.""",positive,0.984303892
Sri Lanka's Sajith Premadasa all for early presidential polls despite crossover talk,5/16/2023,Politics,"“We fully support the proposal to hold early presidential elections.""","Sri Lanka's Sajith Premadasa all for early presidential polls despite crossover talk “We fully support the proposal to hold early presidential elections.""",positive,0.982882798
Sri Lanka Commercial bank Net down 63-pct in March quarter,5/16/2023,Banking,Loan loss provisions were up 14.04 percent to 6.7 billion rupees in the quarter.,Sri Lanka Commercial bank Net down 63-pct in March quarter Loan loss provisions were up 14.04 percent to 6.7 billion rupees in the quarter.,negative,-0.988260627
Sri Lanka's shares close lower on need for clarity domestic debt restructuring,5/16/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down by 0.93 percent or 83.19 points to 8,823.01","Sri Lanka's shares close lower on need for clarity domestic debt restructuring All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down by 0.93 percent or 83.19 points to 8,823.01",negative,-0.999487758
Sri Lanka to strengthen relations with China's Yunnan province,5/16/2023,Economy,The agreement is to be signed when Yunnan Provincial Governor Wang Yubo visits Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka to strengthen relations with China's Yunnan province The agreement is to be signed when Yunnan Provincial Governor Wang Yubo visits Sri Lanka,positive,0.993336558
"Sri Lanka rupee at 309.00/80 against the US dollar, bond yields down",5/16/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s bond yields closed down on Tuesday and the rupee closed stronger at 309.00/80 against the USD,"Sri Lanka rupee at 309.00/80 against the US dollar, bond yields down Sri Lanka’s bond yields closed down on Tuesday and the rupee closed stronger at 309.00/80 against the USD",negative,-0.994137883
"USAID, Ceylon Biscuits to transfer know-how to 12,000 Sri Lanka farmers",5/16/2023,Agriculture,The 'climate-smart agriculture' initiative to improve productivity of five priority crops,"USAID, Ceylon Biscuits to transfer know-how to 12,000 Sri Lanka farmers The 'climate-smart agriculture' initiative to improve productivity of five priority crops",positive,0.965136588
Sri Lanka's shares edge down on the need for more DDR clarity,5/16/2023,Markets,"""Its an overall downtrend contributed with a wait and see approach,"" Ranatunga said. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down on the need for more DDR clarity ""Its an overall downtrend contributed with a wait and see approach,"" Ranatunga said. ",negative,-0.961702526
Sri Lanka's People's Bank says no loans have been written off as claimed in social media,5/16/2023,Banking,No loans written off,Sri Lanka's People's Bank says no loans have been written off as claimed in social media No loans written off,negative,-0.966668904
Sri Lanka cabinet approves SOE reform policy to reduce burden on country,5/16/2023,Economy,"Policy is to transform state enterprises so that they will not be a burden to the country, a burden to the budget ","Sri Lanka cabinet approves SOE reform policy to reduce burden on country Policy is to transform state enterprises so that they will not be a burden to the country, a burden to the budget ",positive,0.913158655
"Sri Lanka rupee at 311.00/50 against the US dollar, bond yields steady",5/16/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee opened at 311.00/50 against the US dollar in the spot market steady from the last close at 311.70/312.20,"Sri Lanka rupee at 311.00/50 against the US dollar, bond yields steady The rupee opened at 311.00/50 against the US dollar in the spot market steady from the last close at 311.70/312.20",negative,-0.942638636
Sri Lanka gives expatriate workers more time to qualify for EV permit,5/16/2023,Economy,"To given them time to remit more money, the deadline has been extended to September 15, 2023","Sri Lanka gives expatriate workers more time to qualify for EV permit To given them time to remit more money, the deadline has been extended to September 15, 2023",negative,-0.987926245
Sri Lanka has less choices with debt becoming unsustainable: IMF Asia Pac Chief,5/16/2023,Economy,"It is pretty ambitious, but there is little by way of choice","Sri Lanka has less choices with debt becoming unsustainable: IMF Asia Pac Chief It is pretty ambitious, but there is little by way of choice",negative,-0.9879511
IMF's corruption-focused governance diagnostic report to be completed by September,5/16/2023,Corruption,Governance diagnostic is done on the request of Sri Lanka - IMF ,IMF's corruption-focused governance diagnostic report to be completed by September Governance diagnostic is done on the request of Sri Lanka - IMF ,negative,-0.993666708
IMF in constant dialog with Sri Lanka over DDR,5/15/2023,Banking,"We are here, it is part of the discussions we are having now","IMF in constant dialog with Sri Lanka over DDR We are here, it is part of the discussions we are having now",positive,0.783208787
Sri Lanka shares decline on debt restructuring and profit-taking,5/15/2023,Markets,"The top losers of the day were Dialog, Commercial Bank, and LIOC. ","Sri Lanka shares decline on debt restructuring and profit-taking The top losers of the day were Dialog, Commercial Bank, and LIOC. ",negative,-0.996393263
"Sri Lanka rupee at 311.70/312.20 against USD, bond yields steady at close",5/15/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rupee closed at 311.70/312.20 against the US dollar,"Sri Lanka rupee at 311.70/312.20 against USD, bond yields steady at close Rupee closed at 311.70/312.20 against the US dollar",negative,-0.985506654
"Sri Lanka to shut coal plant for 100 days, no power cuts: Minister",5/15/2023,Energy,"There will be no power cuts due to the shutdown, Minister said.","Sri Lanka to shut coal plant for 100 days, no power cuts: Minister There will be no power cuts due to the shutdown, Minister said.",negative,-0.963570297
Sri Lanka state agency to develop Singapore designed Western province plan,5/15/2023,Business,Officials also discussed the release of land and land acquisition for the implementation of development works. ,Sri Lanka state agency to develop Singapore designed Western province plan Officials also discussed the release of land and land acquisition for the implementation of development works. ,positive,0.988782465
Sri Lanka military to claim expenses of unreturned military athletes from France,5/15/2023,Defence,All members have visas for up to 3–6 months,Sri Lanka military to claim expenses of unreturned military athletes from France All members have visas for up to 3–6 months,negative,-0.941020608
Sri Lanka's Patali Champika Ranawaka to launch Republican Front,5/15/2023,Politics,"Widely considered to harbour national leadership ambitions, Ranawaka recently walked out of an alliance led by the SJB.","Sri Lanka's Patali Champika Ranawaka to launch Republican Front Widely considered to harbour national leadership ambitions, Ranawaka recently walked out of an alliance led by the SJB.",negative,-0.998632371
Sri Lanka's HNB Net up 44-pct in March 2023 quarter,5/15/2023,Banking,"In the quarter HNB made provisions of 11.7 billion rupees, down from 13.5 billion rupees.","Sri Lanka's HNB Net up 44-pct in March 2023 quarter In the quarter HNB made provisions of 11.7 billion rupees, down from 13.5 billion rupees.",negative,-0.944358706
"Sri Lanka ruling party slams ""baseless"" rumours of Rajapaksa return",5/15/2023,Politics,"“This is a falsehood circulated by politicians who have run out of topics.""","Sri Lanka ruling party slams ""baseless"" rumours of Rajapaksa return “This is a falsehood circulated by politicians who have run out of topics.""",negative,-0.99925977
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,5/15/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was down 0.25 percent or 22.29 points to 8,905.45. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade The main All Share Price Index was down 0.25 percent or 22.29 points to 8,905.45. ",negative,-0.999525666
"Sri Lanka bond yields steady, rupee at 313/50 against the US dollar",5/15/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at open on Monday and the rupee opened at 313/313.50 against the US dollar ,"Sri Lanka bond yields steady, rupee at 313/50 against the US dollar Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at open on Monday and the rupee opened at 313/313.50 against the US dollar ",negative,-0.937629759
Sri Lanka layer chick demand picks up in broiler glut,5/15/2023,Agriculture,.,Sri Lanka layer chick demand picks up in broiler glut .,negative,-0.99749881
"Sri Lanka private credit contracts in March, partly driven by rupee gain",5/15/2023,Banking,Credit to government continues to grow,"Sri Lanka private credit contracts in March, partly driven by rupee gain Credit to government continues to grow",positive,0.939146101
"Sri Lanka EPF real return negative 47-pct in 2022, steep US dollar hair cut: Harsha",5/15/2023,Economy,In US dollar terms the EPF has also been hit by a hair cut,"Sri Lanka EPF real return negative 47-pct in 2022, steep US dollar hair cut: Harsha In US dollar terms the EPF has also been hit by a hair cut",negative,-0.999258459
Sri Lanka making progress on IMF deal: Minister,5/15/2023,Economy,Creditors are showing they want to sort out the debt issues,Sri Lanka making progress on IMF deal: Minister Creditors are showing they want to sort out the debt issues,negative,-0.731141865
Sri Lanka campus canteen triggers Colombo security alert,5/14/2023,Political News,"Intelligence units had picked up information that the canteen had received an order for 1,500 lunch packets","Sri Lanka campus canteen triggers Colombo security alert Intelligence units had picked up information that the canteen had received an order for 1,500 lunch packets",negative,-0.992550015
Australia gifts Beech KA350 King Air to Sri Lanka for border patrols,5/14/2023,Political News,Australia is a key destination for Sri Lanka boat people,Australia gifts Beech KA350 King Air to Sri Lanka for border patrols Australia is a key destination for Sri Lanka boat people,positive,0.984111786
"Sri Lanka high, mid and low grown tea prices ease at weekly auction",5/14/2023,Tea,Sri Lanka’s Ceylon tea prices continued to fell 50-150 rupees per kilogram at an auction on May 10,"Sri Lanka high, mid and low grown tea prices ease at weekly auction Sri Lanka’s Ceylon tea prices continued to fell 50-150 rupees per kilogram at an auction on May 10",negative,-0.997562289
Sri Lanka's less complex divestitures to be wrapped up in 2023,5/14/2023,Economy,At the moment parties making inquiries about firms are directed to publicly available information,Sri Lanka's less complex divestitures to be wrapped up in 2023 At the moment parties making inquiries about firms are directed to publicly available information,negative,-0.981604218
"SriLankan Airlines lose Rs163bn in 2022, mostly on currency collapse",5/14/2023,Aviation,Post operating profit before interest costs,"SriLankan Airlines lose Rs163bn in 2022, mostly on currency collapse Post operating profit before interest costs",negative,-0.999195158
Sri Lanka yet to have marine disaster legal team despite two major accidents,5/13/2023,Accident,Sri Lanka has witnessed two worst marine disasters within nine months since 2020 September,Sri Lanka yet to have marine disaster legal team despite two major accidents Sri Lanka has witnessed two worst marine disasters within nine months since 2020 September,negative,-0.966762841
Sri Lanka's April remittances up 83% as more expatriate use official channels ,5/13/2023,Economy,Remittances plunged to $3.8 bln in 2022 due to government's wrong policies,Sri Lanka's April remittances up 83% as more expatriate use official channels  Remittances plunged to $3.8 bln in 2022 due to government's wrong policies,negative,-0.995355844
Sri Lanka sees sluggish tourist arrivals in May as off season starts ,5/13/2023,Tourism,Tourist arrivals are up 27 percent in the first four months. ,Sri Lanka sees sluggish tourist arrivals in May as off season starts  Tourist arrivals are up 27 percent in the first four months. ,negative,-0.99634856
Sri Lanka parliament approves 'Aswesuma' welfare plan,5/12/2023,People,The proposal was approved by the parliament without a vote.,Sri Lanka parliament approves 'Aswesuma' welfare plan The proposal was approved by the parliament without a vote.,negative,-0.992387295
Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank net profit up in March 2023 quarter,5/12/2023,Banking,Sri Lanka’s DFCC Bank has reported profits of 2.1 billion rupees for the March 2023 quarter,Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank net profit up in March 2023 quarter Sri Lanka’s DFCC Bank has reported profits of 2.1 billion rupees for the March 2023 quarter,negative,-0.906344712
Sri Lanka's shares close down on wait and see approach ahead of creditor meeting,5/12/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.25 percent or 22.08 points to 8,927.74","Sri Lanka's shares close down on wait and see approach ahead of creditor meeting The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.25 percent or 22.08 points to 8,927.74",negative,-0.999712288
"Sri Lanka bond yields down at close, rupee at 313/314 against the USD",5/12/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s bond yields were down at close on Friday and the rupee closed at 313/314 against the US dollar,"Sri Lanka bond yields down at close, rupee at 313/314 against the USD Sri Lanka’s bond yields were down at close on Friday and the rupee closed at 313/314 against the US dollar",negative,-0.998554647
Sri Lanka President raps Archeological Dept for obtaining funds from monks,5/12/2023,Defence,The president says the Archeological Department has to work on national policy and it cannot obtain money from anybody,Sri Lanka President raps Archeological Dept for obtaining funds from monks The president says the Archeological Department has to work on national policy and it cannot obtain money from anybody,negative,-0.997917831
Sri Lanka CB discontinues reimbursement of remittance transaction cost ,5/12/2023,Bonds & Forex,Remittances have been on the rise and the country aims to double remittances to $1 billion monthly,Sri Lanka CB discontinues reimbursement of remittance transaction cost  Remittances have been on the rise and the country aims to double remittances to $1 billion monthly,negative,-0.972649634
Sri Lanka opposition questions legality of COPF decision on T-bills,5/12/2023,Economy,"“But what happened after? You brought in your kangaroo chairman,” he said.","Sri Lanka opposition questions legality of COPF decision on T-bills “But what happened after? You brought in your kangaroo chairman,” he said.",negative,-0.996250093
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,5/12/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was down 0.06 percent or 4.94 points to 8,944.88. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade The main All Share Price Index was down 0.06 percent or 4.94 points to 8,944.88. ",negative,-0.999515653
AFP’s Sri Lanka photo chief wins international award,5/12/2023,Political News,AFP’s Kabul bureau won the first prize in the breaking news category ,AFP’s Sri Lanka photo chief wins international award AFP’s Kabul bureau won the first prize in the breaking news category ,positive,0.999143839
Sri Lanka’s trade deficit to widen with relaxation of import bans - CB official ,5/12/2023,Economy,The Central Bank expects the widening of the trade deficit will start once they relax the compressed import ban.,Sri Lanka’s trade deficit to widen with relaxation of import bans - CB official  The Central Bank expects the widening of the trade deficit will start once they relax the compressed import ban.,negative,-0.994859576
Sri Lanka bond yields down in mid-day trade,5/12/2023,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields down,Sri Lanka bond yields down in mid-day trade Bond yields down,negative,-0.999312639
"Sri Lanka domestic, transshipment container volumes down in March",5/12/2023,Logistics,"India, Sri Lanka external trade down","Sri Lanka domestic, transshipment container volumes down in March India, Sri Lanka external trade down",negative,-0.99959904
"Sri Lanka bond yields end steady, rupee at 313.00/30 against the US dollar",5/11/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee closed at 313.00/30 against the US dollar in the spot market,"Sri Lanka bond yields end steady, rupee at 313.00/30 against the US dollar The rupee closed at 313.00/30 against the US dollar in the spot market",negative,-0.951537371
Sri Lanka's shares marginally up on CBSL's local debt restructuring assurance,5/11/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.65 percent or 57.48  points to 8,949.82. ","Sri Lanka's shares marginally up on CBSL's local debt restructuring assurance The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.65 percent or 57.48  points to 8,949.82. ",negative,-0.988873363
Sri Lanka to update archaic land policies to reflect modern development needs,5/11/2023,Politics,The president had instructed the officials to resolve issues affecting lands under Sri Lanka’s provincial councils.,Sri Lanka to update archaic land policies to reflect modern development needs The president had instructed the officials to resolve issues affecting lands under Sri Lanka’s provincial councils.,negative,-0.832654417
Sri Lanka services exports rise 5.9-pct up to March 2023,5/11/2023,Economy,"Exports is made up of IT or Business Process Management (BPM), construction, financial services, transport and logistics","Sri Lanka services exports rise 5.9-pct up to March 2023 Exports is made up of IT or Business Process Management (BPM), construction, financial services, transport and logistics",positive,0.979243934
Sri Lanka opposition SJB issues letters of demand for X-Press Pearl disaster,5/11/2023,Economy,"“These shipping companies seem to think there are groups in this country that can be bought,"" said Premadasa.","Sri Lanka opposition SJB issues letters of demand for X-Press Pearl disaster “These shipping companies seem to think there are groups in this country that can be bought,"" said Premadasa.",negative,-0.997368336
Sri Lanka's shares gain in mid day trade,5/11/2023,Markets,Pushed up by the banking and financial sectors,Sri Lanka's shares gain in mid day trade Pushed up by the banking and financial sectors,positive,0.987309039
Sri Lanka to fight Express Pearl marine damages claim in UK and Singapore courts,5/11/2023,Accidents,The expert committee appointed has estimated the total damage to 6.4 billion US dollars.,Sri Lanka to fight Express Pearl marine damages claim in UK and Singapore courts The expert committee appointed has estimated the total damage to 6.4 billion US dollars.,negative,-0.991632521
"Sri Lanka bond yields up, rupee opens stronger",5/11/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s bond yields opened higher on Thursday and the rupee opened at 315/316 against the US dollar ,"Sri Lanka bond yields up, rupee opens stronger Sri Lanka’s bond yields opened higher on Thursday and the rupee opened at 315/316 against the US dollar ",negative,-0.961393356
Sri Lanka electricity generation plunge 15.8-pct up to Feb 2023,5/11/2023,Energy,"Petrol sales for the first quarter was down 25.8 percent to 286,000 MT","Sri Lanka electricity generation plunge 15.8-pct up to Feb 2023 Petrol sales for the first quarter was down 25.8 percent to 286,000 MT",negative,-0.999450028
Sri Lanka proposed anti-terror law threatens EU GSP+ renewal in 2024: Harsha,5/11/2023,Economy,More than 500 million dollars worth of goods are exported under GSP+ ,Sri Lanka proposed anti-terror law threatens EU GSP+ renewal in 2024: Harsha More than 500 million dollars worth of goods are exported under GSP+ ,negative,-0.996431828
Sri Lanka exports to see dampening demand amid global recession - CB official,5/10/2023,Economic Crisis,"“On the global front, if you see, maybe this year and first half of next year,","Sri Lanka exports to see dampening demand amid global recession - CB official “On the global front, if you see, maybe this year and first half of next year,",negative,-0.979987621
"Sri Lanka bond yields up at close, rupee at 315.50/316 against the USD",5/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s bond yields closed higher on Wednesday and the rupee closed at 315.50/316 against the US dollar,"Sri Lanka bond yields up at close, rupee at 315.50/316 against the USD Sri Lanka’s bond yields closed higher on Wednesday and the rupee closed at 315.50/316 against the US dollar",negative,-0.991698623
Sri Lanka's shares slips on local debt restructuring uncertainties,5/10/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.25 percent or 22.37 points to 8,892.37.","Sri Lanka's shares slips on local debt restructuring uncertainties The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.25 percent or 22.37 points to 8,892.37.",negative,-0.999502659
Sri Lanka sells Rs132.4bn in T-bill auction,5/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s has sold 132.4 billion rupees of Treasury bills at an auction held on Wednesday,Sri Lanka sells Rs132.4bn in T-bill auction Sri Lanka’s has sold 132.4 billion rupees of Treasury bills at an auction held on Wednesday,negative,-0.895423532
Sri Lanka hopes to wrap up Thailand FTA by early 2024,5/10/2023,Business,"The Free trade agreement hopes to increase exports to the Asian nation, Cabinet Spokesman Bandula Gunawardana said.","Sri Lanka hopes to wrap up Thailand FTA by early 2024 The Free trade agreement hopes to increase exports to the Asian nation, Cabinet Spokesman Bandula Gunawardana said.",positive,0.869484663
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 7.6-pct,5/10/2023,Agriculture,"The auction offered 1,286,099 coconuts and 969,609 nuts were sold.","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 7.6-pct The auction offered 1,286,099 coconuts and 969,609 nuts were sold.",negative,-0.99444145
Sri Lanka's shares edge down on mid day trade,5/10/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.08 percent  or 6.83 points to 8,907.91","Sri Lanka's shares edge down on mid day trade All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.08 percent  or 6.83 points to 8,907.91",negative,-0.999628425
IMF team to visit Sri Lanka from May 11 to 23,5/10/2023,Economy,Asia Pacific Chief Krishna Srinivasan to join,IMF team to visit Sri Lanka from May 11 to 23 Asia Pacific Chief Krishna Srinivasan to join,positive,0.998120844
"Sri Lanka bond yields up in mid-morning trade, rupee appreciates",5/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee was trading at 317.30/50 against the US dollar in the spot market,"Sri Lanka bond yields up in mid-morning trade, rupee appreciates The rupee was trading at 317.30/50 against the US dollar in the spot market",positive,0.976285577
Sri Lanka imports 4.5mn eggs after price controls shut local layer farms,5/10/2023,Economy,"Minister Siyambalapitiya said 277,360 kilograms of eggs have been imported from February 13.","Sri Lanka imports 4.5mn eggs after price controls shut local layer farms Minister Siyambalapitiya said 277,360 kilograms of eggs have been imported from February 13.",negative,-0.98374027
Sri Lanka rates to follow faster fall in inflation: CB Governor,5/10/2023,Economy,"After the complete debt restructuring process, market interest rates expected to come down faster","Sri Lanka rates to follow faster fall in inflation: CB Governor After the complete debt restructuring process, market interest rates expected to come down faster",negative,-0.994839728
Sri Lanka official creditor committee promises relief after formal request,5/10/2023,Economy,It reiterates its invitation to other bilateral official creditors to formally join,Sri Lanka official creditor committee promises relief after formal request It reiterates its invitation to other bilateral official creditors to formally join,positive,0.970991135
Sri Lanka bank deposits protected in any domestic debt optimization: CB Governor,5/10/2023,Banking,A key objective of the central bank is maintaining financial sector stability,Sri Lanka bank deposits protected in any domestic debt optimization: CB Governor A key objective of the central bank is maintaining financial sector stability,positive,0.973468184
"Sri Lanka's bilateral creditors meet on debt restructuring, China an observer: report",5/10/2023,Economy," Virtual meeting co-chaired by Japan, France and India","Sri Lanka's bilateral creditors meet on debt restructuring, China an observer: report  Virtual meeting co-chaired by Japan, France and India",positive,0.783628166
Sri Lanka power minister submits parliamentary motion to oust PUCSL chairman,5/9/2023,Energy,The minister's report was presented in terms of Clause 7 of the Public Utilities Commission Act.,Sri Lanka power minister submits parliamentary motion to oust PUCSL chairman The minister's report was presented in terms of Clause 7 of the Public Utilities Commission Act.,negative,-0.954960525
"Sri Lanka bond yields up at close, rupee at 317.50/318 against the USD",5/9/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bond yields were slightly up at close on Tuesday, while the rupee opened at 317.80/318 against the USD","Sri Lanka bond yields up at close, rupee at 317.50/318 against the USD Sri Lanka’s bond yields were slightly up at close on Tuesday, while the rupee opened at 317.80/318 against the USD",negative,-0.973950922
Sri Lanka's shares edge down on profit taking on renewed interest in the financial sector,5/9/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.13 percent or 11.84 points to 8,914.74. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down on profit taking on renewed interest in the financial sector The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.13 percent or 11.84 points to 8,914.74. ",negative,-0.999322772
Sri Lanka to delay debate on central bank bill,5/9/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka Parliament committee will meet later Tuesday and decide on a new date to debate a draft law.,Sri Lanka to delay debate on central bank bill Sri Lanka Parliament committee will meet later Tuesday and decide on a new date to debate a draft law.,negative,-0.943141103
Sri Lanka awards CFM engine repair deal to Lufthansa Technik,5/9/2023,Aviation,Sri Lanka's cabinet has approved the award of a contract to repair engines of Srilankan Airliness' aircraft to Lufthansa,Sri Lanka awards CFM engine repair deal to Lufthansa Technik Sri Lanka's cabinet has approved the award of a contract to repair engines of Srilankan Airliness' aircraft to Lufthansa,positive,0.608991146
Sri Lanka's shares edge down on profit taking and selling pressure,5/9/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka's shares edged down in mid day trade on Tuesday, on selling pressure and profit taking, an analyst said. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down on profit taking and selling pressure Sri Lanka's shares edged down in mid day trade on Tuesday, on selling pressure and profit taking, an analyst said. ",negative,-0.998295844
Sri Lanka's state-run hospitals to expand wards for locals and foreigners,5/9/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka cabinet of Ministers has given the permission to expand paying wards in state-run hospitals ,Sri Lanka's state-run hospitals to expand wards for locals and foreigners Sri Lanka cabinet of Ministers has given the permission to expand paying wards in state-run hospitals ,positive,0.793411255
Bill to decriminalise homosexuality in Sri Lanka not inconsistent with constitution: SC,5/9/2023,Human Rights,The apex court’s determination was issued following a petition filed challenging the bill.,Bill to decriminalise homosexuality in Sri Lanka not inconsistent with constitution: SC The apex court’s determination was issued following a petition filed challenging the bill.,negative,-0.957090676
Sri Lanka considers name change for politically-mired Chinese-built ‘Lotus Tower’- Official,5/9/2023,Business,Sri Lanka President Ranil Wickremesinghe is considering changing the name of the Chinese-built Lotus Tower. ,Sri Lanka considers name change for politically-mired Chinese-built ‘Lotus Tower’- Official Sri Lanka President Ranil Wickremesinghe is considering changing the name of the Chinese-built Lotus Tower. ,negative,-0.99409467
Sri Lanka to discuss US$200mn World Bank loan for welfare,5/9/2023,Economy,A social safety net is a priority initiative under an International Monetary Fund program,Sri Lanka to discuss US$200mn World Bank loan for welfare A social safety net is a priority initiative under an International Monetary Fund program,positive,0.959007919
"Sri Lanka's SJB opposes sale of strategic SOEs, wants competition",5/9/2023,Economy,"“Our foremost objective is to provide the best service at the lowest price to the consumer,"" the MP said.","Sri Lanka's SJB opposes sale of strategic SOEs, wants competition “Our foremost objective is to provide the best service at the lowest price to the consumer,"" the MP said.",positive,0.557590723
Sri Lanka EU to discuss GSP+ in 2024 at Joint Commission meeting,5/9/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka and the European Union will discuss GSP+ trade benefits from 09 May onwards. ,Sri Lanka EU to discuss GSP+ in 2024 at Joint Commission meeting Sri Lanka and the European Union will discuss GSP+ trade benefits from 09 May onwards. ,positive,0.991375029
Sri Lanka's TNA to resume talks with president on ethnic issue,5/9/2023,Politics,"“We are not prepared to hold any discussions that goes contrary to that basis,” the MP said.","Sri Lanka's TNA to resume talks with president on ethnic issue “We are not prepared to hold any discussions that goes contrary to that basis,” the MP said.",negative,-0.994418383
Sri Lanka's CPC loses Rs615bn in 2022 with Rs527bn forex loss,5/9/2023,Energy,CPC is now being broken up to improve competition,Sri Lanka's CPC loses Rs615bn in 2022 with Rs527bn forex loss CPC is now being broken up to improve competition,negative,-0.999310136
World Bank warns Sri Lanka of worsening poverty amid IMF adjustments,5/8/2023,Economic Crisis,Poverty has already doubled last year with higher inflation and rising unemployment.,World Bank warns Sri Lanka of worsening poverty amid IMF adjustments Poverty has already doubled last year with higher inflation and rising unemployment.,negative,-0.993330657
"Sri Lanka bond yields end higher, rupee at 317.90/318.50",5/8/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee closed at 317.50/318.50 against the US dollar in the spot market appreciated from the last close,"Sri Lanka bond yields end higher, rupee at 317.90/318.50 The rupee closed at 317.50/318.50 against the US dollar in the spot market appreciated from the last close",negative,-0.990348697
USAID to provide technical assistance for Sri Lanka's energy reforms,5/8/2023,Economy,The government has defended its moves to restructure loss-making state-owned enterprises (SOEs).,USAID to provide technical assistance for Sri Lanka's energy reforms The government has defended its moves to restructure loss-making state-owned enterprises (SOEs).,negative,-0.895027041
Sri Lanka's shares pick up on the financial sector after debt optimization assurances,5/8/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 1.09 percent or 96.22 points to 8,926.58. ","Sri Lanka's shares pick up on the financial sector after debt optimization assurances All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 1.09 percent or 96.22 points to 8,926.58. ",negative,-0.906709313
Sri Lanka govt looking to distribute responsibility for IMF deal: G L Peiris,5/8/2023,Economy,The MP added that the government was keen to pin the responsibility on parliament.,Sri Lanka govt looking to distribute responsibility for IMF deal: G L Peiris The MP added that the government was keen to pin the responsibility on parliament.,positive,0.914795697
"Sri Lanka's SJB no longer enamoured of IMF, promises new govt in three moons",5/8/2023,Politics,"“Remember, in three Poya days’ time, this government will go home.""","Sri Lanka's SJB no longer enamoured of IMF, promises new govt in three moons “Remember, in three Poya days’ time, this government will go home.""",positive,0.979539871
Sri Lanka hikes import taxes on wheat flour to boost rice farmer profits,5/8/2023,Consumer Affairs,"As a close substitute for rice, the price of wheat has to be 'managed' Minister Siyambalapitiya said.","Sri Lanka hikes import taxes on wheat flour to boost rice farmer profits As a close substitute for rice, the price of wheat has to be 'managed' Minister Siyambalapitiya said.",negative,-0.995150149
Buwanekabahu Perera appointed CEO of Ceylon Chamber of Commerce,5/8/2023,Business,Buwanekabahu Perera has been appointed as the Chief Executive and Secretary General of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce,Buwanekabahu Perera appointed CEO of Ceylon Chamber of Commerce Buwanekabahu Perera has been appointed as the Chief Executive and Secretary General of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce,positive,0.996731639
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,5/8/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.82 percent or 72.32 points to 8,902.68","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade All Share Price Index was up 0.82 percent or 72.32 points to 8,902.68",negative,-0.910168767
"Sri Lanka bond yields down at open, rupee at 318.50/319 against the USD",5/8/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bond yields were slightly down at open on Monday, while the rupee opened at 318.50/319 against the US doll...","Sri Lanka bond yields down at open, rupee at 318.50/319 against the USD Sri Lanka’s bond yields were slightly down at open on Monday, while the rupee opened at 318.50/319 against the US doll...",negative,-0.996827543
Sri Lanka citizens given extra duty free baggage on inward remittances,5/8/2023,Economy,"A 'Platinum' category that had remitted over 24,000 dollars would get an extra 4,800 dollars","Sri Lanka citizens given extra duty free baggage on inward remittances A 'Platinum' category that had remitted over 24,000 dollars would get an extra 4,800 dollars",negative,-0.994274676
Sri Lanka's EPF makes 47-pct negative real return in 2022,5/8/2023,Economy,The EPF had also posted a 0.7 percent negative return in 2021,Sri Lanka's EPF makes 47-pct negative real return in 2022 The EPF had also posted a 0.7 percent negative return in 2021,negative,-0.996481776
Sri Lanka banks say regulator assured sector stability in debt restructure,5/7/2023,Banking,An overall debt restructuring plan is due to be announced later in in May,Sri Lanka banks say regulator assured sector stability in debt restructure An overall debt restructuring plan is due to be announced later in in May,negative,-0.840512335
Sri Lanka Ceylon Tea prices down as rupee appreciates further,5/7/2023,Tea,Sri Lanka’s Ceylon tea prices fell 50-150 rupees per kilogram at an auction on May 3,Sri Lanka Ceylon Tea prices down as rupee appreciates further Sri Lanka’s Ceylon tea prices fell 50-150 rupees per kilogram at an auction on May 3,negative,-0.999153256
Sri Lanka's Nestle shares suspended pending de-listing approval,5/7/2023,Markets,The delisting will also help the country strengthen its focus on core business activities,Sri Lanka's Nestle shares suspended pending de-listing approval The delisting will also help the country strengthen its focus on core business activities,positive,0.964578331
Sri Lanka President meets King Charles III amid a spike in republicanism,5/7/2023,Political News,A few protestors called for the monarchy to be 'privatized',Sri Lanka President meets King Charles III amid a spike in republicanism A few protestors called for the monarchy to be 'privatized',negative,-0.527562022
Sri Lanka's bill for new monetary law analyzed by W A Wijewardena,5/6/2023,Economy,"The book contains a series of lectures made by the author, over the years. ","Sri Lanka's bill for new monetary law analyzed by W A Wijewardena The book contains a series of lectures made by the author, over the years. ",positive,0.976788998
SriLankan aircraft diverted to Mattala,5/6/2023,Aviation,Aircraft could not take off as crew had reached maxium flight time limit,SriLankan aircraft diverted to Mattala Aircraft could not take off as crew had reached maxium flight time limit,negative,-0.990281105
Sri Lanka President calls for unity as Vesak marked in economic crisis,5/5/2023,Culture,"At this juncture of the unprecedented economic crisis, the timeless philosophy of the Buddha becomes a source of solace","Sri Lanka President calls for unity as Vesak marked in economic crisis At this juncture of the unprecedented economic crisis, the timeless philosophy of the Buddha becomes a source of solace",positive,0.998004138
Sri Lanka’s premier cancer hospital in new crisis,5/5/2023,Business,The hospital urgently needs a radioisotope used in PET scans ,Sri Lanka’s premier cancer hospital in new crisis The hospital urgently needs a radioisotope used in PET scans ,negative,-0.998859763
Sri Lanka asks ADB to re-classify country to access cheaper funds after default,5/5/2023,Economy,ADF only countries get access to the most concessional funds. ,Sri Lanka asks ADB to re-classify country to access cheaper funds after default ADF only countries get access to the most concessional funds. ,negative,-0.997240186
"Sri Lanka foreign reserves rise 2.2-pct to US$2,755mn in April",5/4/2023,Investment,Sri Lanka foreign reserves are negative on a net basis,"Sri Lanka foreign reserves rise 2.2-pct to US$2,755mn in April Sri Lanka foreign reserves are negative on a net basis",negative,-0.999395132
"Sri Lanka rupee at 319.00/40 against the US dollar, kerb 318/320",5/4/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee closed at 319.00/40 against the US dollar in the spot market,"Sri Lanka rupee at 319.00/40 against the US dollar, kerb 318/320 The rupee closed at 319.00/40 against the US dollar in the spot market",negative,-0.997577488
Sri Lanka parliament to debate draft central bank law on May 11,5/4/2023,Banking,Welfare Benefit Payment Scheme under the Welfare Benefit Act will be taken up on May 12,Sri Lanka parliament to debate draft central bank law on May 11 Welfare Benefit Payment Scheme under the Welfare Benefit Act will be taken up on May 12,positive,0.892034233
Sri Lanka Fitch confirms Sunshine Holdings at ‘A(lka)’,5/4/2023,Business,Fitch Ratings said it has confirmed the National Long-Term Rating of Sri Lankan Sunshine Holdings at ‘AA+(lka)’,Sri Lanka Fitch confirms Sunshine Holdings at ‘A(lka)’ Fitch Ratings said it has confirmed the National Long-Term Rating of Sri Lankan Sunshine Holdings at ‘AA+(lka)’,positive,0.948924363
Sri Lanka to announce debt restructuring strategy in May: state minister,5/4/2023,Economy,"“It is clear that we’re moving forward with a plan to lower the debt and tax burdens,” he said.","Sri Lanka to announce debt restructuring strategy in May: state minister “It is clear that we’re moving forward with a plan to lower the debt and tax burdens,” he said.",positive,0.993033409
Sri Lanka's shares edge up as market momentum picks on short week,5/4/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.35 percent or 30.45 points to 8,830.36. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge up as market momentum picks on short week The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.35 percent or 30.45 points to 8,830.36. ",negative,-0.810720086
Sri Lanka can prosper if it achieves debt sustainability: IMF official,5/4/2023,Economy,"The official also noted that inflation has come down in Sri Lanka, albeit from having gone “through the roof”.","Sri Lanka can prosper if it achieves debt sustainability: IMF official The official also noted that inflation has come down in Sri Lanka, albeit from having gone “through the roof”.",negative,-0.989440858
Sri Lanka expects cricket book to promote sports tourism,5/4/2023,Economy,A book on Sri Lanka's cricket history by UK-based author Nicholas Brookes will help promote the island's status.,Sri Lanka expects cricket book to promote sports tourism A book on Sri Lanka's cricket history by UK-based author Nicholas Brookes will help promote the island's status.,positive,0.996777713
"Sri Lanka bond yields open higher, rupee at 319.30/60 against the US dollar",5/4/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bond yields opened higher on Thursday, while the rupee opened at 319.30/60 against the US dollar ","Sri Lanka bond yields open higher, rupee at 319.30/60 against the US dollar Sri Lanka’s bond yields opened higher on Thursday, while the rupee opened at 319.30/60 against the US dollar ",negative,-0.977552176
Sri Lanka cabinet clears banking special provisions bill,5/4/2023,Banking,Expected to increase crisis management  powers,Sri Lanka cabinet clears banking special provisions bill Expected to increase crisis management  powers,negative,-0.850424886
"Sri Lanka exports down 1.96-pct in March, tea up",5/4/2023,Economy,Exports to US and European markets down,"Sri Lanka exports down 1.96-pct in March, tea up Exports to US and European markets down",negative,-0.999508262
"US Fed hikes rates to 5.25-pct, claims banking system is sound",5/4/2023,Economy,We will continue to monitor conditions in this sector,"US Fed hikes rates to 5.25-pct, claims banking system is sound We will continue to monitor conditions in this sector",positive,0.769663036
Sri Lanka economic governance violated over headless CoPF: Harsha,5/3/2023,Political News,Commttee on Public Finance without chair since Jan 2023,Sri Lanka economic governance violated over headless CoPF: Harsha Commttee on Public Finance without chair since Jan 2023,negative,-0.994998336
"Sri Lanka to review, revise expensive electricity tariff in July; Minister",5/3/2023,Energy,The move also comes as the government will have to face elections at least by next year.,"Sri Lanka to review, revise expensive electricity tariff in July; Minister The move also comes as the government will have to face elections at least by next year.",positive,0.951525807
"Sri Lankan shares gain, boosted by financial and capital sectors",5/3/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 1.02 percent or 88.45 points to 8,799.91. ","Sri Lankan shares gain, boosted by financial and capital sectors The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 1.02 percent or 88.45 points to 8,799.91. ",positive,0.895007193
"Sri Lanka bond yields steady at close, rupee at 319.80/95 against the US dollar",5/3/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at close on Wednesday. ,"Sri Lanka bond yields steady at close, rupee at 319.80/95 against the US dollar Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at close on Wednesday. ",positive,0.985588491
Sri Lanka T-bill auction yields slightly up,5/3/2023,Bonds & Forex,Only 145 billion of the offered were being sold,Sri Lanka T-bill auction yields slightly up Only 145 billion of the offered were being sold,negative,-0.99555701
Sri Lanka to lose billion rupees in alcohol tax from Vesak store closure,5/3/2023,Economic Crisis,"""The decision to close liquor stores for three days will cost the government 337 million rupees per day"".","Sri Lanka to lose billion rupees in alcohol tax from Vesak store closure ""The decision to close liquor stores for three days will cost the government 337 million rupees per day"".",negative,-0.998817742
Sri Lanka President considers incentive package to attract FDI - Cabinet spokesman ,5/3/2023,Investment,Port City has yet to attract large investments despite its work was completed in early 2018,Sri Lanka President considers incentive package to attract FDI - Cabinet spokesman  Port City has yet to attract large investments despite its work was completed in early 2018,negative,-0.998686373
Sri Lanka plans water tariff hike,5/3/2023,General Services,"After the second electricity tariff hike in February 2023, no changes were made to the water tariff.","Sri Lanka plans water tariff hike After the second electricity tariff hike in February 2023, no changes were made to the water tariff.",negative,-0.978271186
"Sri Lanka confident of debt restructure, will no longer borrow for wasteful infrastructure",5/3/2023,Economy,The minister added that the Chinese-built Colombo Port City itself was an investment.,"Sri Lanka confident of debt restructure, will no longer borrow for wasteful infrastructure The minister added that the Chinese-built Colombo Port City itself was an investment.",positive,0.996625185
Sri Lanka's state-run Litro reduces gas prices,5/3/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka’s state-run Litro Gas has decided to reduce prices of cooking gas by 100 rupees. ,Sri Lanka's state-run Litro reduces gas prices Sri Lanka’s state-run Litro Gas has decided to reduce prices of cooking gas by 100 rupees. ,negative,-0.994635165
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,5/3/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka's shares edged up in mid day trade on Wednesday. ,Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade Sri Lanka's shares edged up in mid day trade on Wednesday. ,negative,-0.506048322
Sri Lanka and Australia to smoothen customs processes,5/3/2023,International news,Sri Lanka cabinet of ministers has given the approval to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Australia ,Sri Lanka and Australia to smoothen customs processes Sri Lanka cabinet of ministers has given the approval to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Australia ,positive,0.963869691
"Sri Lanka bond yields steady at open, rupee at 319.70/320 against the US dollar",5/3/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee opened at 319.70/320 against the US dollar in the spot market appreciated from the last close at 320.30/70.,"Sri Lanka bond yields steady at open, rupee at 319.70/320 against the US dollar The rupee opened at 319.70/320 against the US dollar in the spot market appreciated from the last close at 320.30/70.",negative,-0.789217949
Sri Lanka to hike Treasury Bill ceiling,5/3/2023,Bonds & Forex,"By end March 2023 outstanding T-bill stock had reached Rs4,636bn","Sri Lanka to hike Treasury Bill ceiling By end March 2023 outstanding T-bill stock had reached Rs4,636bn",negative,-0.979241192
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 67.5-pct in April 2023,5/3/2023,Business,"Arrivals were down from 125,495 in March","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 67.5-pct in April 2023 Arrivals were down from 125,495 in March",negative,-0.997035861
"Sri Lanka CEB to be broken to 14 companies, new regulator says PUCSL chair",5/3/2023,Energy,Current regulator to be abolished,"Sri Lanka CEB to be broken to 14 companies, new regulator says PUCSL chair Current regulator to be abolished",negative,-0.998097003
Sri Lanka marks first labour day since IMF deal amid political headwinds,5/2/2023,Politics,"“I would like to say to our leader, sir, do not take us for granted,” said Suresh.","Sri Lanka marks first labour day since IMF deal amid political headwinds “I would like to say to our leader, sir, do not take us for granted,” said Suresh.",negative,-0.842123866
Sri Lanka’s Expolanka net down 96.2-pct due to exchange losses,5/2/2023,Markets,"A slowdown in global trade was visible particularly in our key North America trade lane,","Sri Lanka’s Expolanka net down 96.2-pct due to exchange losses A slowdown in global trade was visible particularly in our key North America trade lane,",negative,-0.994000733
Sri Lanka's top telco Dialog merges with India's Airtel on operations ,5/2/2023,Markets,Dialog incurred a loss in the last financial year.,Sri Lanka's top telco Dialog merges with India's Airtel on operations  Dialog incurred a loss in the last financial year.,negative,-0.998954535
"Sri Lanka rupee at 320.30/70 against the US dollar, bond yields steady at close",5/2/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at close on Tuesday, while the rupee closed at 320.30/70 against the US dollar ","Sri Lanka rupee at 320.30/70 against the US dollar, bond yields steady at close Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at close on Tuesday, while the rupee closed at 320.30/70 against the US dollar ",negative,-0.942728579
Sri Lankan shares hit four-month low on poor earnings and debt restructuring fears,5/2/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) plunged down 3.03% or 271.75 to 8,711.46, lowest since January 20. ","Sri Lankan shares hit four-month low on poor earnings and debt restructuring fears All Share Price Index (ASPI) plunged down 3.03% or 271.75 to 8,711.46, lowest since January 20. ",negative,-0.999577701
Sri Lanka Seylan bank Net up 5.8-pct in March quarter,5/2/2023,Banking,Trading gains fell 101.13 percent to 40 million rupees from the same quarter last year.,Sri Lanka Seylan bank Net up 5.8-pct in March quarter Trading gains fell 101.13 percent to 40 million rupees from the same quarter last year.,negative,-0.997658134
Sri Lanka's shares plunge in mid day trade on earnings reports,5/2/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) plunged 2.48 percent or 222.77 points to 8,760.44","Sri Lanka's shares plunge in mid day trade on earnings reports The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) plunged 2.48 percent or 222.77 points to 8,760.44",negative,-0.995512068
Sri Lanka's collapse in new sovereign default wave is not really China's fault: Bellwether,5/2/2023,Bellwether,Mass sovereign default episode in the 1980s also followed a decade of bad money from the Fed ,Sri Lanka's collapse in new sovereign default wave is not really China's fault: Bellwether Mass sovereign default episode in the 1980s also followed a decade of bad money from the Fed ,negative,-0.998598278
"Sri Lanka Insurance units Litro Gas, Canwill to be 'carved out' before divestiture",5/2/2023,Economy,Closing date for transaction advisors extended till ,"Sri Lanka Insurance units Litro Gas, Canwill to be 'carved out' before divestiture Closing date for transaction advisors extended till ",negative,-0.964426875
"Sri Lanka bond open higher, rupee at 320.50/321 against US dollar",5/2/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bond yields opened steady on Tuesday, while the rupee opened at 320.50/321 against the US dollar","Sri Lanka bond open higher, rupee at 320.50/321 against US dollar Sri Lanka’s bond yields opened steady on Tuesday, while the rupee opened at 320.50/321 against the US dollar",negative,-0.885928869
Sri Lanka's IOC unit profits up 112-pct  in March 2023 quarter,5/2/2023,Energy,Profits up with currency fall,Sri Lanka's IOC unit profits up 112-pct  in March 2023 quarter Profits up with currency fall,negative,-0.997815251
India warns Sri Lanka applicants on fake e-visa websites,5/1/2023,Business,A list of 125 websites released,India warns Sri Lanka applicants on fake e-visa websites A list of 125 websites released,negative,-0.997748196
"Sri Lanka cuts petrol to Rs333 a litre, diesel Rs330 from May 01",5/1/2023,Energy,"Petrol taxed at Rs77 a litre, diesel Rs51 a litre ","Sri Lanka cuts petrol to Rs333 a litre, diesel Rs330 from May 01 Petrol taxed at Rs77 a litre, diesel Rs51 a litre ",negative,-0.98877281
"Sri Lanka banks seek transparency, clarity on domestic debt 'optimization'",5/1/2023,Economy,Voluntary optimization ,"Sri Lanka banks seek transparency, clarity on domestic debt 'optimization' Voluntary optimization ",negative,-0.939112902
"Sri Lanka central bank buys US$1,046mn since ACU credits ran out: analysis",5/1/2023,Economy,Net purchases after rate hikes and so-called balance of payments surpluses started from the last quarter of 2022.,"Sri Lanka central bank buys US$1,046mn since ACU credits ran out: analysis Net purchases after rate hikes and so-called balance of payments surpluses started from the last quarter of 2022.",negative,-0.994653702
Sri Lanka mulls India plate and Vijayan complex activity to explain earthquakes,4/30/2023,Environment,Plans underway to study Vijayan - Highland complex boundaries in detail,Sri Lanka mulls India plate and Vijayan complex activity to explain earthquakes Plans underway to study Vijayan - Highland complex boundaries in detail,positive,0.983325601
Sri Lanka tea prices fall at weekly auction,4/30/2023,Tea,"ri Lanka’s Ceylon tea prices were down 50-100 rupees per kilogram at an auction on April 26, amidst good demand.","Sri Lanka tea prices fall at weekly auction ri Lanka’s Ceylon tea prices were down 50-100 rupees per kilogram at an auction on April 26, amidst good demand.",negative,-0.993416667
Sri Lanka President suggests blocking share sales of privatized plantations,4/30/2023,Economy,At a meeting of a plantations reform committee,Sri Lanka President suggests blocking share sales of privatized plantations At a meeting of a plantations reform committee,negative,-0.999007761
Main  Sri Lanka goods and services exports in US$155mn surplus over imports in March,4/29/2023,General Economy,"In 1Q 2023 goods exports and remittances were US$4,409mn US dollars and merchandise imports were US$2.998mn","Main  Sri Lanka goods and services exports in US$155mn surplus over imports in March In 1Q 2023 goods exports and remittances were US$4,409mn US dollars and merchandise imports were US$2.998mn",negative,-0.984832823
Sri Lanka inflation plunges to 35-pct in April 2023,4/29/2023,Economy,Index falls absolutely in addition to base effect,Sri Lanka inflation plunges to 35-pct in April 2023 Index falls absolutely in addition to base effect,negative,-0.997888982
"SJB, SLFP, TNA absent during Sri Lanka parliament vote on IMF deal",4/28/2023,Economy,A number of ruling party party members who now sit in the opposition also voted with the government.,"SJB, SLFP, TNA absent during Sri Lanka parliament vote on IMF deal A number of ruling party party members who now sit in the opposition also voted with the government.",negative,-0.946301281
Sri Lanka parliament nod for IMF Deal,4/28/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka parliament endorsed the IMF reform and associated conditions to be implemented through a vote.,Sri Lanka parliament nod for IMF Deal Sri Lanka parliament endorsed the IMF reform and associated conditions to be implemented through a vote.,positive,0.986199975
Sri Lanka's proposed ATA will be presented after broader consensus - Justice Minister,4/28/2023,Defence,Many local and international rights groups have opposed the proposed ATA,Sri Lanka's proposed ATA will be presented after broader consensus - Justice Minister Many local and international rights groups have opposed the proposed ATA,positive,0.963389695
"Sri Lanka bond yields steady, Rupee at 321.30 against US dollar",4/28/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee closed unchanged at 321.30 against the US dollar,"Sri Lanka bond yields steady, Rupee at 321.30 against US dollar The rupee closed unchanged at 321.30 against the US dollar",negative,-0.939197123
Sri Lanka's shares fell to near three months low on weak macroeconomic sentiments,4/28/2023,Markets,The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell 0.32 percent or 29.19 points to 8983.21. ,Sri Lanka's shares fell to near three months low on weak macroeconomic sentiments The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell 0.32 percent or 29.19 points to 8983.21. ,negative,-0.999712646
Standard Chartered Sri Lanka makes Indian rupee outward payment,4/28/2023,Business,Sri Lanka's Standard Chartered Bank said it had made its first Indian rupee remittance on behalf of company to Mumbai ,Standard Chartered Sri Lanka makes Indian rupee outward payment Sri Lanka's Standard Chartered Bank said it had made its first Indian rupee remittance on behalf of company to Mumbai ,negative,-0.746808648
Intrepid expands Sri Lanka adventure tours,4/28/2023,Markets,"""We are optimistic about the second part of the year for the Sri Lankan market.""","Intrepid expands Sri Lanka adventure tours ""We are optimistic about the second part of the year for the Sri Lankan market.""",positive,0.999554455
Sri Lanka foreign minister to attend ADB meeting,4/28/2023,Economy,"Sri Lanka's foreign minister Ali Sabry will attend a meeting of Asian Development Bank Governors, on May 02,2023 ","Sri Lanka foreign minister to attend ADB meeting Sri Lanka's foreign minister Ali Sabry will attend a meeting of Asian Development Bank Governors, on May 02,2023 ",positive,0.994353414
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade on debt restructuring stance,4/28/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell 0.53 percent or 48.18 points to 8,964.22. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade on debt restructuring stance The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell 0.53 percent or 48.18 points to 8,964.22. ",negative,-0.999554932
"Sri Lanka COVID-19 committee was ""misled"" on groundwater contamination: minister",4/28/2023,Health,"""She put her foot down and she even said she will resign if this is not adhered to.""","Sri Lanka COVID-19 committee was ""misled"" on groundwater contamination: minister ""She put her foot down and she even said she will resign if this is not adhered to.""",negative,-0.997890174
Sri Lanka bond yields up in mid-day trade,4/28/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rupee traded at 321.50 against the US dollar,Sri Lanka bond yields up in mid-day trade Rupee traded at 321.50 against the US dollar,negative,-0.936506152
Sri Lanka rejects US decision to sanction ex Navy chief; Russia cries foul,4/28/2023,Human Rights,The Russian envoy said the decision was “totally unacceptable”.,Sri Lanka rejects US decision to sanction ex Navy chief; Russia cries foul The Russian envoy said the decision was “totally unacceptable”.,negative,-0.998933613
"Sri Lanka central bank makes Rs788bn forex loss in 2022, net loss Rs374bn",4/28/2023,Economy,Profits from printing money for private sector lending and government Rs437bn,"Sri Lanka central bank makes Rs788bn forex loss in 2022, net loss Rs374bn Profits from printing money for private sector lending and government Rs437bn",negative,-0.989828467
Sri Lanka projects higher economic growth than IMF up to 2027,4/28/2023,Economy,IMF projected 3.1 pct growth for 2027 against 5.0 percent by the central bank,Sri Lanka projects higher economic growth than IMF up to 2027 IMF projected 3.1 pct growth for 2027 against 5.0 percent by the central bank,positive,0.989654779
Sri Lanka’s shares slip on lowered investor confidence after remarks on debt restructuring,4/27/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell 0.87 percent or 79.32 points to 9,012.40. ","Sri Lanka’s shares slip on lowered investor confidence after remarks on debt restructuring The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell 0.87 percent or 79.32 points to 9,012.40. ",negative,-0.999310493
"Sri Lanka bond yields higher at close, rupee at 321.60/90 against the US dollar",4/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bond yields closed higher on Thursday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka bond yields higher at close, rupee at 321.60/90 against the US dollar Sri Lanka’s bond yields closed higher on Thursday, dealers said.",negative,-0.970538497
Sri Lanka's active credit cards fall,4/27/2023,Economy,"Sri Lanka had 1,975,335 active credit cards by October 2022, which had fallen to 1,942,272 from January.","Sri Lanka's active credit cards fall Sri Lanka had 1,975,335 active credit cards by October 2022, which had fallen to 1,942,272 from January.",negative,-0.996874452
Sri Lanka MP's regime-change conspiracy theory confounds US ambassador,4/27/2023,International Relations,"Chung, in a move somewhat unprecedented for a senior Western diplomat in Sri Lanka, took to Twitter to reject the claim.","Sri Lanka MP's regime-change conspiracy theory confounds US ambassador Chung, in a move somewhat unprecedented for a senior Western diplomat in Sri Lanka, took to Twitter to reject the claim.",negative,-0.97575444
Sri Lanka's shares slip in mid day trade across the board on debt restructuring comments,4/27/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index slipped 0.73 percent or 66.31 pts to 9,025.41","Sri Lanka's shares slip in mid day trade across the board on debt restructuring comments The main All Share Price Index slipped 0.73 percent or 66.31 pts to 9,025.41",negative,-0.999629736
Sri Lanka opted for some DDR to avoid further tax hikes: Minister,4/27/2023,Economy,Trying to reach debt sustainability only by improving the primary balance worsened the socio-economic cost,Sri Lanka opted for some DDR to avoid further tax hikes: Minister Trying to reach debt sustainability only by improving the primary balance worsened the socio-economic cost,negative,-0.996670067
US bars Sri Lanka's war-time Navy chief Wasantha Karannagoda from entry,4/27/2023,Human Rights,"Both Karannagoda and his wife, Srimathi Ashoka Karannagoda, will be ineligible for entry into the US.","US bars Sri Lanka's war-time Navy chief Wasantha Karannagoda from entry Both Karannagoda and his wife, Srimathi Ashoka Karannagoda, will be ineligible for entry into the US.",negative,-0.998708725
"Sri Lanka workers in Middle East sending money, while more educated do not: Minister",4/27/2023,Economy,Attempting to raise salaries of Gulf workers,"Sri Lanka workers in Middle East sending money, while more educated do not: Minister Attempting to raise salaries of Gulf workers",negative,-0.93041575
"Sri Lanka bond yields open steady, rupee at 321.60/90 against the US dollar",4/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at open on Thursday, while the rupee opened at 321.60/90 against the US dollar","Sri Lanka bond yields open steady, rupee at 321.60/90 against the US dollar Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at open on Thursday, while the rupee opened at 321.60/90 against the US dollar",positive,0.713044286
Sri Lanka exceeds IMF primary budget balance target for first quarter 2023,4/27/2023,Economy,"Primary surplus in balance, taxes up 56-pct, though a little below initial estimates","Sri Lanka exceeds IMF primary budget balance target for first quarter 2023 Primary surplus in balance, taxes up 56-pct, though a little below initial estimates",negative,-0.885626316
Sri Lanka milk output under threat from lumpy skin disease outbreak,4/26/2023,Food Crisis,"""A cow that gives 30 to 40 litres of daily, the milk can fall by 50 percent due this disease."" ","Sri Lanka milk output under threat from lumpy skin disease outbreak ""A cow that gives 30 to 40 litres of daily, the milk can fall by 50 percent due this disease."" ",negative,-0.998614192
Sri Lanka shares slip for eighth day as President reveals debt restructuring plans,4/26/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell 0.37 percent or 33.60 points to 9,091.72. ","Sri Lanka shares slip for eighth day as President reveals debt restructuring plans The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell 0.37 percent or 33.60 points to 9,091.72. ",negative,-0.9995597
"Sri Lanka bond yields end higher, rupee at 321.50/90 against the US dollar",4/26/2023,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka’s bond yields were slightly up at close on Wednesday, while the rupee closed at 321.50/90 against the USD","Sri Lanka bond yields end higher, rupee at 321.50/90 against the US dollar Sri Lanka’s bond yields were slightly up at close on Wednesday, while the rupee closed at 321.50/90 against the USD",negative,-0.970434427
Sri Lanka T-bill auction yields slightly up,4/26/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasury bill yields rose across maturities at Wednesday's auction with all offered bills being sold,Sri Lanka T-bill auction yields slightly up Sri Lanka's Treasury bill yields rose across maturities at Wednesday's auction with all offered bills being sold,positive,0.557991803
"S&P confirms Sri Lanka 'SD' sovereign rating, rupee debt outlook negative",4/26/2023,Economy,Ratings could be lowered further if rupee debt is re-structured,"S&P confirms Sri Lanka 'SD' sovereign rating, rupee debt outlook negative Ratings could be lowered further if rupee debt is re-structured",negative,-0.987723351
13 Sri Lanka nationals evacuated from Sudan with Saudi help,4/26/2023,Legal,Twelve more await evacuation,13 Sri Lanka nationals evacuated from Sudan with Saudi help Twelve more await evacuation,negative,-0.97278589
"Sri Lanka to ink fuel retail deals with Sinopec, RM Parks-Shell in May",4/26/2023,Economy,The minister met a Sinopec team that arrived in the island the previous day to finalise the agreements.,"Sri Lanka to ink fuel retail deals with Sinopec, RM Parks-Shell in May The minister met a Sinopec team that arrived in the island the previous day to finalise the agreements.",positive,0.969300628
Sri Lanka's centre-left SLFP will vote in favour of IMF deal: former president,4/26/2023,Economy,"“This Friday, the SLFP will definitely vote in favour of the IMF facility,” he said.","Sri Lanka's centre-left SLFP will vote in favour of IMF deal: former president “This Friday, the SLFP will definitely vote in favour of the IMF facility,” he said.",positive,0.99723345
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,4/26/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was down 0.11 percent or 10.04 points to 9,115.28. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade The main All Share Price Index was down 0.11 percent or 10.04 points to 9,115.28. ",negative,-0.999481142
Sri Lanka to negotiate with Paris Club and China separately: President,4/26/2023,Economy,China is expecting to work separately,Sri Lanka to negotiate with Paris Club and China separately: President China is expecting to work separately,positive,0.79970628
Sri Lanka EPF members will not be harmed in debt restructure: President,4/26/2023,Economy,I would like to say that will not allow any harm to come to the beneficiaries,Sri Lanka EPF members will not be harmed in debt restructure: President I would like to say that will not allow any harm to come to the beneficiaries,positive,0.991739869
Sri Lanka bond yields up in mid-day trade,4/26/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee traded at 321.50/322.00 against the US dollar,Sri Lanka bond yields up in mid-day trade The rupee traded at 321.50/322.00 against the US dollar,negative,-0.647705317
"Sri Lanka to enact public finance, revenue authority laws to facilitate IMF deal",4/26/2023,Economy,“I have already informed the Treasury to start the process. Our two state ministers [of finance] will also be involved...,"Sri Lanka to enact public finance, revenue authority laws to facilitate IMF deal “I have already informed the Treasury to start the process. Our two state ministers [of finance] will also be involved...",positive,0.989744008
Sri Lanka’s suicide on the rise after worst currency crisis,4/26/2023,People,"Yearly, Sri Lanka reports around 3,000 cases of suicide with about eight to nine cases reported every day","Sri Lanka’s suicide on the rise after worst currency crisis Yearly, Sri Lanka reports around 3,000 cases of suicide with about eight to nine cases reported every day",negative,-0.982931674
"Sri Lanka continues increased fuel quotas, no change in demand following New Year",4/26/2023,Energy,“The misuse of the QR code has also gone down after the amount was increased.”,"Sri Lanka continues increased fuel quotas, no change in demand following New Year “The misuse of the QR code has also gone down after the amount was increased.”",negative,-0.99939549
Legal advice sought on sexual harassment allegations levelled at Sri Lanka state TV official,4/26/2023,Corruption,"Ishara Dewendra, a senior ITN news anchor, resigned last week after allegedly facing sexual harassment at the workplace.","Legal advice sought on sexual harassment allegations levelled at Sri Lanka state TV official Ishara Dewendra, a senior ITN news anchor, resigned last week after allegedly facing sexual harassment at the workplace.",negative,-0.999004304
Sri Lankan shares fall to two-month low as investors await earnings reports,4/25/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell 0.67 percent or 88.72 points to 9,125.32,","Sri Lankan shares fall to two-month low as investors await earnings reports The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell 0.67 percent or 88.72 points to 9,125.32,",negative,-0.999654055
"Sri Lanka bond yields steady at close, rupee at 321.50/90 against the US dollar",4/25/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s bond yields closed steady on Tuesday and the rupee closed unchanged at 321.50/90 against the US dollar,"Sri Lanka bond yields steady at close, rupee at 321.50/90 against the US dollar Sri Lanka’s bond yields closed steady on Tuesday and the rupee closed unchanged at 321.50/90 against the US dollar",negative,-0.967959285
"Japan grants USD 3.8mn to support Sri Lanka’s smallholder farming families, women's empowerment",4/25/2023,Uncategorized,The programme aims to diversify livelihoods and introduce entrepreneurship programmes,"Japan grants USD 3.8mn to support Sri Lanka’s smallholder farming families, women's empowerment The programme aims to diversify livelihoods and introduce entrepreneurship programmes",positive,0.993144631
Sri Lanka warned of dehydration risks in windless heatwave,4/25/2023,Environment,This will reduce when we have strong winds.,Sri Lanka warned of dehydration risks in windless heatwave This will reduce when we have strong winds.,negative,-0.988965154
Sri Lanka in talks for US$350mnn IMF deal linked ADB loan,4/25/2023,Economy,The loan is to provide economic stability,Sri Lanka in talks for US$350mnn IMF deal linked ADB loan The loan is to provide economic stability,negative,-0.812962353
China Merchants Group Chairman visits Sri Lanka' Hambantota Port,4/25/2023,Logistics,Plans to continue investments in  South Asia,China Merchants Group Chairman visits Sri Lanka' Hambantota Port Plans to continue investments in  South Asia,positive,0.979993343
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,4/25/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was down 0.96 percent or 88.14 points to 9,099.15. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade The main All Share Price Index was down 0.96 percent or 88.14 points to 9,099.15. ",negative,-0.999492764
Sri Lanka expects to make debt restructuring framework by May,4/25/2023,Economy,Re-structuring debt is the biggest challenge now facing Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka expects to make debt restructuring framework by May Re-structuring debt is the biggest challenge now facing Sri Lanka,negative,-0.990493238
Sri Lanka's SJB courting SLPP dissidents while tightening grip on its own,4/25/2023,Politics,"Chaired by Premadasa, the meeting was attended by former chairman of the SLPP G L Peiris and other Pohottu dissidents.","Sri Lanka's SJB courting SLPP dissidents while tightening grip on its own Chaired by Premadasa, the meeting was attended by former chairman of the SLPP G L Peiris and other Pohottu dissidents.",positive,0.996896982
Sri Lanka to borrow $150mn from World Bank for financial safety net,4/25/2023,Banking,Money to be used to bolster deposit insurance scheme,Sri Lanka to borrow $150mn from World Bank for financial safety net Money to be used to bolster deposit insurance scheme,negative,-0.988279462
"Sri Lanka bond yields down at open, rupee at 321.50/90 against the US dollar",4/25/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s bond yields were slightly down at open on Tuesday and the rupee opened at 321.50/90 against the US dollar,"Sri Lanka bond yields down at open, rupee at 321.50/90 against the US dollar Sri Lanka’s bond yields were slightly down at open on Tuesday and the rupee opened at 321.50/90 against the US dollar",negative,-0.997393489
Sri Lanka to ban building above 4 stories in Nuwara Eliya,4/25/2023,Business,UDA to issue regulation,Sri Lanka to ban building above 4 stories in Nuwara Eliya UDA to issue regulation,negative,-0.971755028
Sri Lanka state-run TV probes into #MeToo style sexual harassment allegation by news anchor,4/24/2023,Crime,Sri Lanka has rarely seen sexual harassment allegations coming into the public domain.,Sri Lanka state-run TV probes into #MeToo style sexual harassment allegation by news anchor Sri Lanka has rarely seen sexual harassment allegations coming into the public domain.,negative,-0.773639381
Sri Lanka's SJB to appoint disciplinary committee to keep errant MPs in line,4/24/2023,Politics,"“Today the Working Committee decided to appoint a strong disciplinary committee.""","Sri Lanka's SJB to appoint disciplinary committee to keep errant MPs in line “Today the Working Committee decided to appoint a strong disciplinary committee.""",positive,0.917522371
Sri Lanka Veddah chief weighs in on govt vs trade union standoff,4/24/2023,Education,"“The delay in marking answer scripts has become a major issue to young people here,” the Veddah chief said.","Sri Lanka Veddah chief weighs in on govt vs trade union standoff “The delay in marking answer scripts has become a major issue to young people here,” the Veddah chief said.",negative,-0.967257321
China attempts to prove its close cooperation with debt defaulted Sri Lanka,4/24/2023,Aviation,"""We are always ""providing free charcoal in the snow"" instead of ""collecting rented-umbrellas in the rain"", - CMG chief","China attempts to prove its close cooperation with debt defaulted Sri Lanka ""We are always ""providing free charcoal in the snow"" instead of ""collecting rented-umbrellas in the rain"", - CMG chief",negative,-0.998625875
Sri Lanka shares fall to two weeks low as market awaits quarterly reports,4/24/2023,Markets,"""Investors assume, based on that, that the quarterly reports will show extremely poor performances ","Sri Lanka shares fall to two weeks low as market awaits quarterly reports ""Investors assume, based on that, that the quarterly reports will show extremely poor performances ",negative,-0.99971658
Sri Lanka university lecturers accuse govt of hurting quality of paper-marking,4/24/2023,Education,"“We will not allow the government to destroy education,” he added.","Sri Lanka university lecturers accuse govt of hurting quality of paper-marking “We will not allow the government to destroy education,” he added.",negative,-0.984887481
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 319/323 against the US dollar, bond yields up",4/24/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s bond yields were up at close on Tuesday and the rupee closed at 321.50/90 against the US dollar,"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 319/323 against the US dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s bond yields were up at close on Tuesday and the rupee closed at 321.50/90 against the US dollar",negative,-0.995294034
Sri Lanka probes into frequent unexplained earthquakes,4/24/2023,Environment,"In the last three months in 2023, 08 earthquakes have occurred.","Sri Lanka probes into frequent unexplained earthquakes In the last three months in 2023, 08 earthquakes have occurred.",positive,0.936303377
Sri Lanka's Trincomalee port starts night operations,4/24/2023,Business,Japan had handed over a required equipment in a project that concluded on April 17.,Sri Lanka's Trincomalee port starts night operations Japan had handed over a required equipment in a project that concluded on April 17.,negative,-0.949410319
Sri Lanka's Co-operative Insurance downgraded by Fitch,4/24/2023,Business,The Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka had suspended its license to carry out business.,Sri Lanka's Co-operative Insurance downgraded by Fitch The Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka had suspended its license to carry out business.,negative,-0.999315381
Sri Lanka's shares edge down on earnings performance,4/24/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.74 percent or 68.37 points to 9,192.04","Sri Lanka's shares edge down on earnings performance The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.74 percent or 68.37 points to 9,192.04",negative,-0.999491811
Sri Lanka electronic procurement platform online at promise.lk,4/24/2023,Economy,A series of ministries and agencies are already on the system,Sri Lanka electronic procurement platform online at promise.lk A series of ministries and agencies are already on the system,negative,-0.97790283
"Sri Lanka bond yields up at open, rupee at 321.50/322.50 against the US dollar",4/24/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bond yields opened down on Monday and the rupee opened at 321.50/322.50 against the US dollar, dealers sai...","Sri Lanka bond yields up at open, rupee at 321.50/322.50 against the US dollar Sri Lanka’s bond yields opened down on Monday and the rupee opened at 321.50/322.50 against the US dollar, dealers sai...",negative,-0.993101954
Sri Lanka's Colombo North Port growth will be linked to India: President,4/23/2023,Logistics,India has strong prospects for growth,Sri Lanka's Colombo North Port growth will be linked to India: President India has strong prospects for growth,positive,0.999334633
Sri Lanka issues stamp marking Ramayana epic site,4/23/2023,Political News,Meditation centre to be built,Sri Lanka issues stamp marking Ramayana epic site Meditation centre to be built,positive,0.972596169
Sri Lanka tea exports down 22.4-pct in March 2023,4/23/2023,Tea,However the total export earnings were up 49.84 percent in March 2023 to 110.1 million US dollars,Sri Lanka tea exports down 22.4-pct in March 2023 However the total export earnings were up 49.84 percent in March 2023 to 110.1 million US dollars,negative,-0.907360554
Sri Lanka paddy farmers gets modern techniques in EU-FAO project,4/23/2023,Agriculture,The eligible paddy farmers cultivating up to 0.5 hectares of land will receive 50 kg urea fertilizer,Sri Lanka paddy farmers gets modern techniques in EU-FAO project The eligible paddy farmers cultivating up to 0.5 hectares of land will receive 50 kg urea fertilizer,negative,-0.965627313
Sri Lanka tea prices fall at weekly auction,4/23/2023,Tea,"Sri Lanka’s High, Medium and Low Growns prices were down at an auction on April 19, following the New Year holidays","Sri Lanka tea prices fall at weekly auction Sri Lanka’s High, Medium and Low Growns prices were down at an auction on April 19, following the New Year holidays",negative,-0.998909831
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 0.8-pct,4/23/2023,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka’s coconut auction prices fell by 0.8 percent after the New Year holidays, at an auction last week, data show...","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 0.8-pct Sri Lanka’s coconut auction prices fell by 0.8 percent after the New Year holidays, at an auction last week, data show...",negative,-0.999350488
Sri Lanka publishes 'Aswesuma' welfare beneficiaries,4/23/2023,Economy,More than 2 million beneficiaries slated to get payments,Sri Lanka publishes 'Aswesuma' welfare beneficiaries More than 2 million beneficiaries slated to get payments,negative,-0.89457339
Sri Lanka police probing cash loss in central bank,4/23/2023,Legal,CB says to strengthen internal controls,Sri Lanka police probing cash loss in central bank CB says to strengthen internal controls,negative,-0.977488995
"Sri Lanka manufacturing up, retail trade down in March 2023 : PMI",4/22/2023,Economy,Employment continued to decline,"Sri Lanka manufacturing up, retail trade down in March 2023 : PMI Employment continued to decline",negative,-0.999474823
US funds Sri Lanka battery swapping station for e-bikes,4/22/2023,Energy,Under the project 20 riders will be recruited to pilot e-bikes for delivery services.,US funds Sri Lanka battery swapping station for e-bikes Under the project 20 riders will be recruited to pilot e-bikes for delivery services.,negative,-0.956573606
"China Merchants, Sri Lanka's Access to build US$392mn logistics hub",4/22/2023,Logistics,"The 530,000 CBM facility will begin construction in 2023 and be completed in 2025","China Merchants, Sri Lanka's Access to build US$392mn logistics hub The 530,000 CBM facility will begin construction in 2023 and be completed in 2025",positive,0.981963277
Sri Lanka's consumer prices up 49.2-pct YoY in March 2023,4/21/2023,Business,"During the month of March, the rebased index rose 0.3 percent to 204.8 points.","Sri Lanka's consumer prices up 49.2-pct YoY in March 2023 During the month of March, the rebased index rose 0.3 percent to 204.8 points.",negative,-0.946296275
"Sri Lanka sees pick up in foreign investment after IMF loan approval, but shares remain low & muted",4/21/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.20 percent or 18.78 points to 9,260.41. ","Sri Lanka sees pick up in foreign investment after IMF loan approval, but shares remain low & muted The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.20 percent or 18.78 points to 9,260.41. ",negative,-0.999092817
"Sri Lanka bond yields up at close, rupee at 321.20/50 against the US dollar",4/21/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee closed at 321.50/75 to the US dollar in the spot market.,"Sri Lanka bond yields up at close, rupee at 321.20/50 against the US dollar The rupee closed at 321.50/75 to the US dollar in the spot market.",negative,-0.986897469
"Easter Sunday Attack: Sri Lanka Catholics demand for justice, expose mastermind",4/21/2023,Defence,"The attacks killed at least 269 mainly Christian devotees who attended the Easter Sunday mass on April 21, 2019.","Easter Sunday Attack: Sri Lanka Catholics demand for justice, expose mastermind The attacks killed at least 269 mainly Christian devotees who attended the Easter Sunday mass on April 21, 2019.",negative,-0.993767619
"COPE summons Sri Lankan Airlines, Land Reforms Commission, and University Grants Commission",4/21/2023,Political News,"Accordingly, the 'Export Credit Insurance Corporation' has been called before the COP committee on April 25, 2023.","COPE summons Sri Lankan Airlines, Land Reforms Commission, and University Grants Commission Accordingly, the 'Export Credit Insurance Corporation' has been called before the COP committee on April 25, 2023.",negative,-0.934796453
"Sri Lanka meets most IMF commitments, transparency platform not done",4/21/2023,Debt Restructuring,An IMF program typically has prior actions before it is approved which has to be met.,"Sri Lanka meets most IMF commitments, transparency platform not done An IMF program typically has prior actions before it is approved which has to be met.",negative,-0.97403717
Sri Lanka plans to decriminalize LGBTQ should not undermine anti-child abuse laws activists say,4/21/2023,Constitutional Amendments,These offences are aggravated in the case of its commission on a child.,Sri Lanka plans to decriminalize LGBTQ should not undermine anti-child abuse laws activists say These offences are aggravated in the case of its commission on a child.,positive,0.748572469
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,4/21/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.37 percent or 34.06 points to 9,245.13","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.37 percent or 34.06 points to 9,245.13",negative,-0.999503732
"Sri Lanka expects to tap tourism niche, trade with India ferry service",4/21/2023,General Services,Entrepreneurs from Sri Lanka and India are encouraged to join this opportunity.,"Sri Lanka expects to tap tourism niche, trade with India ferry service Entrepreneurs from Sri Lanka and India are encouraged to join this opportunity.",positive,0.996899486
"Sri Lanka bond yields up in mid-day trade, rupee at 321.50/75 against the US dollar",4/21/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee was quoted at 321.50/75 to the US dollar in the spot market.,"Sri Lanka bond yields up in mid-day trade, rupee at 321.50/75 against the US dollar The rupee was quoted at 321.50/75 to the US dollar in the spot market.",negative,-0.962377429
"Sri Lanka best paddy farmers get 11,000kg per hectare: Minister",4/21/2023,Agriculture,This is the first time such high yields have been reported,"Sri Lanka best paddy farmers get 11,000kg per hectare: Minister This is the first time such high yields have been reported",positive,0.987042785
Sri Lanka president finds unlikely ally in standoff against protesting teachers,4/20/2023,Education,"""We are against trade union action when it comes to marking papers.""","Sri Lanka president finds unlikely ally in standoff against protesting teachers ""We are against trade union action when it comes to marking papers.""",negative,-0.987982094
Sri Lanka records highest energy demand in recent times: power minister,4/20/2023,Energy,Sri Lanka is currently going through a debilitating heat wave.,Sri Lanka records highest energy demand in recent times: power minister Sri Lanka is currently going through a debilitating heat wave.,negative,-0.898893297
Sri Lankan banking sector drag down market as investors wait for clarity on debt restructuring,4/20/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.13 percent or 12.23 points to 9,279.19.","Sri Lankan banking sector drag down market as investors wait for clarity on debt restructuring The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.13 percent or 12.23 points to 9,279.19.",negative,-0.99960202
"Amid geopolitical concerns, 15 Sri Lanka's ruling coalition members visit China on CPC's invitation",4/20/2023,International Relations,Ten SLPP members and five UNP members are in the delegation which is on a 9-day visit,"Amid geopolitical concerns, 15 Sri Lanka's ruling coalition members visit China on CPC's invitation Ten SLPP members and five UNP members are in the delegation which is on a 9-day visit",positive,0.95040077
Sri Lanka's shares slip in mid day trade,4/20/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.06 percent or 5.97 points to 9,285.45. ","Sri Lanka's shares slip in mid day trade All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.06 percent or 5.97 points to 9,285.45. ",negative,-0.999718726
"Sri Lanka bond yields up in mid-day trade, rupee at 321.20/50 against the US dollar",4/20/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bond and t-bill yields were up in the mid-day trade on Thursday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka bond yields up in mid-day trade, rupee at 321.20/50 against the US dollar Sri Lanka’s bond and t-bill yields were up in the mid-day trade on Thursday, dealers said.",negative,-0.965640962
Sri Lanka seeks new sponsors for school meal program as UNICEF funds run out,4/20/2023,General Services,The ministry expects to obtain some of the remaining funds by the international organizations to the government,Sri Lanka seeks new sponsors for school meal program as UNICEF funds run out The ministry expects to obtain some of the remaining funds by the international organizations to the government,negative,-0.997395635
Sri Lanka mulls filing X-Press Pearl damage claim in Singapore,4/20/2023,Legal,Justice Minister Wijedasa Rajapaksa told reporters earlier that he had passed on allegations of bribery to police,Sri Lanka mulls filing X-Press Pearl damage claim in Singapore Justice Minister Wijedasa Rajapaksa told reporters earlier that he had passed on allegations of bribery to police,negative,-0.996537447
Sri Lanka tea production down 3.08-pct in March 2023,4/20/2023,Agriculture,In the first quarter production was down 7.2 percent to 58.52 million kilos,Sri Lanka tea production down 3.08-pct in March 2023 In the first quarter production was down 7.2 percent to 58.52 million kilos,negative,-0.999561965
"Sri Lanka President gives 1-week ultimatum for protesting teachers, dons",4/20/2023,Education,"""All those marked papers last time, must be available. If not, I will prosecute them & take their properties""-President","Sri Lanka President gives 1-week ultimatum for protesting teachers, dons ""All those marked papers last time, must be available. If not, I will prosecute them & take their properties""-President",negative,-0.991564512
Sri Lanka's central town Akurana starts body checking at mosques after security threat ,4/19/2023,Defence,Two other sources said the recommendations include body check on both men and women devotees.,Sri Lanka's central town Akurana starts body checking at mosques after security threat  Two other sources said the recommendations include body check on both men and women devotees.,negative,-0.990342259
Sri Lanka's shares close at one-week low due to weak macroeconomic sentiments,4/19/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.58 percent or 54.11 points to 9,291.42 the lowest since April 03.","Sri Lanka's shares close at one-week low due to weak macroeconomic sentiments All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.58 percent or 54.11 points to 9,291.42 the lowest since April 03.",negative,-0.999727666
"Sri Lanka bond yields end higher, rupee at 321/321.30 against the US dollar",4/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bond and t-bill yields were up at close on Wednesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka bond yields end higher, rupee at 321/321.30 against the US dollar Sri Lanka’s bond and t-bill yields were up at close on Wednesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.976474464
China says unaware of Sri Lanka's monkey business claim ,4/19/2023,Animal Rights,"Sri Lankan officials have said they are preparing to export 100,000 toque macaque monkeys to China","China says unaware of Sri Lanka's monkey business claim  Sri Lankan officials have said they are preparing to export 100,000 toque macaque monkeys to China",negative,-0.994495213
"Sri Lanka sells Rs90bn in T-bill auction, yields rise across maturities",4/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,Yields rose across maturities,"Sri Lanka sells Rs90bn in T-bill auction, yields rise across maturities Yields rose across maturities",positive,0.924907148
Sri Lanka's NPP maintains lead over SJB; possible sign of UNP rise: survey,4/19/2023,Politics,President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s United National Party (UNP) showed early signs of a possibly real increase in support...,Sri Lanka's NPP maintains lead over SJB; possible sign of UNP rise: survey President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s United National Party (UNP) showed early signs of a possibly real increase in support...,positive,0.995967388
Sri Lanka ex-president Sirsiena evasive on questions about supporting govt,4/19/2023,Politics,"""There’s no need to take such remarks too seriously. Let’s see what happens in the future,” said Sirisena.","Sri Lanka ex-president Sirsiena evasive on questions about supporting govt ""There’s no need to take such remarks too seriously. Let’s see what happens in the future,” said Sirisena.",positive,0.984521449
Sri Lanka chamber supports 105 paramedic ambulances with Rs525mn,4/19/2023,General Services,The service called for donors to 'adopt' an ambulance.,Sri Lanka chamber supports 105 paramedic ambulances with Rs525mn The service called for donors to 'adopt' an ambulance.,negative,-0.906794071
Sri Lanka new electricity law to reform power sector by May,4/19/2023,Energy,A financial and human resource audit is planned,Sri Lanka new electricity law to reform power sector by May A financial and human resource audit is planned,negative,-0.93494606
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,4/19/2023,Markets,The market generated a revenue of 403 million.,Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade The market generated a revenue of 403 million.,negative,-0.976324797
"Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-day trade, rupee at 321/321.30 against the US dollar",4/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee closed at 321/30 to the US dollar in the spot market,"Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-day trade, rupee at 321/321.30 against the US dollar The rupee closed at 321/30 to the US dollar in the spot market",negative,-0.530623317
Sri Lanka trade taxes below target in 2023 Q1 due to import controls: Minister,4/19/2023,Economy,Plans to lift import more import controls,Sri Lanka trade taxes below target in 2023 Q1 due to import controls: Minister Plans to lift import more import controls,negative,-0.965064824
Sri Lanka's Consumer Affairs Authority contributory party to economic crisis: Minister,4/19/2023,Economy,Aggrieved parties may be able to go the Supreme Court to seek redress,Sri Lanka's Consumer Affairs Authority contributory party to economic crisis: Minister Aggrieved parties may be able to go the Supreme Court to seek redress,negative,-0.936952293
Sri Lanka opposition MP Mano Ganesan yet to decide on future course of action,4/18/2023,Politics,"“We are part of the SJB-led alliance. We’re a separate party. We will decide at two levels,"" he said.","Sri Lanka opposition MP Mano Ganesan yet to decide on future course of action “We are part of the SJB-led alliance. We’re a separate party. We will decide at two levels,"" he said.",negative,-0.655953407
Sri Lanka's shares dip as investors await clarity on domestic debt restructuring,4/18/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.64 percent or 60.37 points to 9,345.53. ","Sri Lanka's shares dip as investors await clarity on domestic debt restructuring The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.64 percent or 60.37 points to 9,345.53. ",negative,-0.999626994
"Sri Lanka bond yields closed steady, rupee at 320.30/321.30 against the US dollar",4/18/2023,Uncategorized, Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at closed on Tuesday while the rupee opened at 320.30/321.30 against the US doll...,"Sri Lanka bond yields closed steady, rupee at 320.30/321.30 against the US dollar  Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at closed on Tuesday while the rupee opened at 320.30/321.30 against the US doll...",negative,-0.940065622
Sri Lanka's small luxury boutiques see market openings after IMF deal,4/18/2023,Tourism,Sri Lanka aims to attract 2 million tourists during the year. ,Sri Lanka's small luxury boutiques see market openings after IMF deal Sri Lanka aims to attract 2 million tourists during the year. ,positive,0.992352903
Sri Lanka's latest Anti-Terrorism Bill had global consensus in 2018 - Justice Minister ,4/18/2023,Defence,"Justice Minister says the government has relaxed provisions on detention order, confessions under the proposed ATA","Sri Lanka's latest Anti-Terrorism Bill had global consensus in 2018 - Justice Minister  Justice Minister says the government has relaxed provisions on detention order, confessions under the proposed ATA",positive,0.977773249
Sri Lanka to spend Rs206bn on revised welfare benefit program,4/18/2023,Economy,To be based on poverty gap,Sri Lanka to spend Rs206bn on revised welfare benefit program To be based on poverty gap,negative,-0.967993557
Sri Lanka's stocks edge down on selling pressure from financial counters,4/18/2023,Uncategorized,"All Share Price Index was down 0.64 percent or 60 points to 9,345.90,","Sri Lanka's stocks edge down on selling pressure from financial counters All Share Price Index was down 0.64 percent or 60 points to 9,345.90,",negative,-0.999469817
"Sri Lanka bond yields open steady, rupee at 319.75/320 against the US dollar",4/18/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at open on Tuesday while the rupee opened at 320/320.50 against the US dollar,"Sri Lanka bond yields open steady, rupee at 319.75/320 against the US dollar Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at open on Tuesday while the rupee opened at 320/320.50 against the US dollar",positive,0.774697781
Sri Lanka budget support IMF loans show worrying policy confusion : Bellwether,4/18/2023,Bellwether,"Converted budget support loans and conflicting PCs can lead to new external instability, discredit and derail reforms","Sri Lanka budget support IMF loans show worrying policy confusion : Bellwether Converted budget support loans and conflicting PCs can lead to new external instability, discredit and derail reforms",negative,-0.998434126
Sri Lanka president's party UNP hits out at opposition leader Premadasa,4/17/2023,Politics,"In his statement, Premadasa has flatly rejected media reports of crossovers.","Sri Lanka president's party UNP hits out at opposition leader Premadasa In his statement, Premadasa has flatly rejected media reports of crossovers.",negative,-0.975788176
Sri Lanka consumer confidence spikes in March following IMF deal: survey,4/17/2023,Economy,"There was broad improvement in consumer sentiment in March, during which the IMF approved new funding for Sri Lanka.","Sri Lanka consumer confidence spikes in March following IMF deal: survey There was broad improvement in consumer sentiment in March, during which the IMF approved new funding for Sri Lanka.",negative,-0.723718762
Sri Lanka political parties face IMF test by President Wickremesinghe on April 25 ,4/17/2023,Politics,The IMF approved $3 billion loan last month for Sri Lanka to help economic recovery from crisis,Sri Lanka political parties face IMF test by President Wickremesinghe on April 25  The IMF approved $3 billion loan last month for Sri Lanka to help economic recovery from crisis,negative,-0.828645289
Sri Lanka ruling party sending mixed signals on alliance with president,4/17/2023,Politics,"“No matter which heads may be changing at the top, the party still has grassroots support,” claimed Kariyawasam.","Sri Lanka ruling party sending mixed signals on alliance with president “No matter which heads may be changing at the top, the party still has grassroots support,” claimed Kariyawasam.",positive,0.977025926
"Sri Lanka bond yields steady, rupee at 319.75/320 against the US dollar",4/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at close on Monday while the rupee closed at 319.75/320 against the US dollar,"Sri Lanka bond yields steady, rupee at 319.75/320 against the US dollar Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at close on Monday while the rupee closed at 319.75/320 against the US dollar",negative,-0.844603658
Sri Lanka shares slip on banking sector amid fears of local debt restructuring,4/17/2023,Economy,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.10 percent or 9.38 points to 9,405.90. ","Sri Lanka shares slip on banking sector amid fears of local debt restructuring The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.10 percent or 9.38 points to 9,405.90. ",negative,-0.999616385
Sri Lanka and UK start strategic dialogue,4/17/2023,International news,The meeting will provide a platform for the countries to discuss various topics related to their bilateral relationship,Sri Lanka and UK start strategic dialogue The meeting will provide a platform for the countries to discuss various topics related to their bilateral relationship,positive,0.999040186
Sri Lanka expressway revenue surges in New Year holiday,4/17/2023,General Services,"On April 15 and 16, a total generation of 70,558,100 was collected from vehicles that used the expressway. ","Sri Lanka expressway revenue surges in New Year holiday On April 15 and 16, a total generation of 70,558,100 was collected from vehicles that used the expressway. ",positive,0.937363148
Sri Lanka's Asiri group plans Port City hospital,4/17/2023,Business,To partner with a international healthcare group for technical support,Sri Lanka's Asiri group plans Port City hospital To partner with a international healthcare group for technical support,positive,0.730424106
Call to repeal vagrancy law used by police to harass young couples in Sri Lanka,4/17/2023,Legal,Couples are also targeted under section 365 A of the Penal Code which prohibits ‘gross indecency.’,Call to repeal vagrancy law used by police to harass young couples in Sri Lanka Couples are also targeted under section 365 A of the Penal Code which prohibits ‘gross indecency.’,negative,-0.996398449
Sri Lanka's mid day stocks edge up as tourism pick dragged by financials,4/17/2023,Markets,"The All Share Price Index (ASPI) was marginally up 0.09 percent or 8.31 points to 9,423.59","Sri Lanka's mid day stocks edge up as tourism pick dragged by financials The All Share Price Index (ASPI) was marginally up 0.09 percent or 8.31 points to 9,423.59",negative,-0.992157102
Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-day trade,4/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee opened at 320/320.30 to the US dollar in the spot market unchanged,Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-day trade The rupee opened at 320/320.30 to the US dollar in the spot market unchanged,positive,0.945509553
Sri Lanka plans tourist app for site tickets,4/17/2023,Economy,"""We know where our country's economy is at right now, and we need the dollars as well.""","Sri Lanka plans tourist app for site tickets ""We know where our country's economy is at right now, and we need the dollars as well.""",negative,-0.981913626
"Sri Lanka budget 2022, deficit 10.2-pct of GDP, revenues 8.2-pct: analysis",4/17/2023,Economy,Fully 7.2 percent of the current spending was interest payments,"Sri Lanka budget 2022, deficit 10.2-pct of GDP, revenues 8.2-pct: analysis Fully 7.2 percent of the current spending was interest payments",negative,-0.989978671
"Sri Lanka to build road fund with fuel tax, revenue licenses",4/16/2023,Ground,Fuel and car license fess to be taxed,"Sri Lanka to build road fund with fuel tax, revenue licenses Fuel and car license fess to be taxed",negative,-0.969896734
Sri Lanka to open airport services to private sector,4/16/2023,Uncategorized,Plans public private partnerships for aviation services in aerodromes,Sri Lanka to open airport services to private sector Plans public private partnerships for aviation services in aerodromes,positive,0.994865358
Sri Lanka power commission chief says willing to enter politics to empower citizens,4/15/2023,Political News,Certain families and elite politicians have been playing for 75 years,Sri Lanka power commission chief says willing to enter politics to empower citizens Certain families and elite politicians have been playing for 75 years,positive,0.99671495
"Sri Lanka top court finds multiple clauses in draft monetary law ""capricious and arbitrary""",4/15/2023,Economy,Governor to be suspended by President pending inquiry,"Sri Lanka top court finds multiple clauses in draft monetary law ""capricious and arbitrary"" Governor to be suspended by President pending inquiry",negative,-0.998947322
Sri Lanka detailed debt re-structuring talks start with call for full participation,4/14/2023,Economy,Call for all creditors to participate,Sri Lanka detailed debt re-structuring talks start with call for full participation Call for all creditors to participate,negative,-0.965316474
Sri Lanka trains more female gantry crane operators,4/14/2023,Culture,State-run Sri Lanka Ports Authority started employing lady gantry crane operators. ,Sri Lanka trains more female gantry crane operators State-run Sri Lanka Ports Authority started employing lady gantry crane operators. ,negative,-0.974416196
US Transport Dept in collaboration talks with Sri Lanka port,4/13/2023,Logistics,Officials of the U.S. Department of Transportation discussed on further collaboration,US Transport Dept in collaboration talks with Sri Lanka port Officials of the U.S. Department of Transportation discussed on further collaboration,positive,0.989480615
"Sovereign default framework to be refined after flaws seen in Sri Lanka, elsewhere",4/13/2023,Economy,"Cut-off dates, treatment of arrears, and perimeter of debt to be restructured, including domestic debt under scrutiny","Sovereign default framework to be refined after flaws seen in Sri Lanka, elsewhere Cut-off dates, treatment of arrears, and perimeter of debt to be restructured, including domestic debt under scrutiny",negative,-0.968102932
Sri Lanka to plan final debt restructuring process soon - State FinMin,4/13/2023,Debt Restructuring,"The IMF approved a four-year, $3 billion loan to Sri Lanka last month with an ambitious reform package","Sri Lanka to plan final debt restructuring process soon - State FinMin The IMF approved a four-year, $3 billion loan to Sri Lanka last month with an ambitious reform package",positive,0.993832827
Cash-strapped Sri Lanka eyes monkey business,4/12/2023,Agriculture,I have appointed a committee to study the request,Cash-strapped Sri Lanka eyes monkey business I have appointed a committee to study the request,negative,-0.759524286
Sri Lankan stocks marginally gain amidst low trading activity,4/12/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.04 percent or 4.05 points to 9,407.64. ","Sri Lankan stocks marginally gain amidst low trading activity The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.04 percent or 4.05 points to 9,407.64. ",negative,-0.991176367
"Sri Lanka bonds close steady, rupee 320/325 to dollar",4/12/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bond market closed steady on Wednesday ahead of the New Year holidays, dealers said.","Sri Lanka bonds close steady, rupee 320/325 to dollar Sri Lanka’s bond market closed steady on Wednesday ahead of the New Year holidays, dealers said.",positive,0.787798405
Sri Lanka targets Filipino tourists,4/12/2023,Economy,"""Being a country in South Asia, they travel to India and Maldives as well"".","Sri Lanka targets Filipino tourists ""Being a country in South Asia, they travel to India and Maldives as well"".",negative,-0.900309265
Sri Lanka's proposed anti-corruption bill has failed to encourage whistleblowers - TISL,4/12/2023,Corruption,The new bill is expected to be brought to parliament and enacted by June this year.,Sri Lanka's proposed anti-corruption bill has failed to encourage whistleblowers - TISL The new bill is expected to be brought to parliament and enacted by June this year.,negative,-0.998806953
Sri Lanka confident of Chinese support in debt restructuring: central bank chief,4/12/2023,Economy,"""I think this is probably the first time China has given it that fast,"" he said.","Sri Lanka confident of Chinese support in debt restructuring: central bank chief ""I think this is probably the first time China has given it that fast,"" he said.",positive,0.995877028
"Japan, India, France to announce launch of Sri Lanka's debt restructuring negotiation process",4/12/2023,Debt Restructuring,Three creditors are closely working on towards a coordinated debt restructuring for Sri Lanka,"Japan, India, France to announce launch of Sri Lanka's debt restructuring negotiation process Three creditors are closely working on towards a coordinated debt restructuring for Sri Lanka",positive,0.981488347
Ambedkar: (A)-Political Buddhism and state socialism,4/12/2023,Culture,"Despite intense political concern with Buddhism and socialism, Ambedkar strangely relegates them to separate spheres.","Ambedkar: (A)-Political Buddhism and state socialism Despite intense political concern with Buddhism and socialism, Ambedkar strangely relegates them to separate spheres.",negative,-0.997924566
Sri Lanka's new anti-corruption bill sparks debate over false allegations clause,4/12/2023,Corruption,"Existing penal provisions are sufficient to take legal action against anyone who has made a false allegation, she said.","Sri Lanka's new anti-corruption bill sparks debate over false allegations clause Existing penal provisions are sufficient to take legal action against anyone who has made a false allegation, she said.",positive,0.785836637
Sri Lanka's shares edge down as the long weekend begins,4/12/2023,Markets,"""The market is flat and weak. Trading volumes are also low,"" Ranatunga said. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down as the long weekend begins ""The market is flat and weak. Trading volumes are also low,"" Ranatunga said. ",negative,-0.999738634
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 6-pct,4/12/2023,Agriculture,"The auction offered 1,394,310 coconuts and 1,005,534 nuts were sold.","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 6-pct The auction offered 1,394,310 coconuts and 1,005,534 nuts were sold.",negative,-0.993876398
Sri Lanka bond market quiet ahead of holiday season,4/12/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee was quoted at 319/320.30 to the US dollar in the spot market,Sri Lanka bond market quiet ahead of holiday season The rupee was quoted at 319/320.30 to the US dollar in the spot market,negative,-0.993683934
Sri Lanka holdout bondholder case next hearing on April 20,4/12/2023,Legal,Sri Lanka looks forward to discussing the case with the Court on that date,Sri Lanka holdout bondholder case next hearing on April 20 Sri Lanka looks forward to discussing the case with the Court on that date,positive,0.995188594
SLPP gen secy says Basil Rajapaksa fit to lead Sri Lanka,4/11/2023,Politics,"""If you're asking me about Basil Rajapaksa, he is a person suitable to lead this country.""","SLPP gen secy says Basil Rajapaksa fit to lead Sri Lanka ""If you're asking me about Basil Rajapaksa, he is a person suitable to lead this country.""",positive,0.994312882
"Sri Lanka bonds close marginally higher, rupee 319.50/320 to dollar",4/11/2023,Bonds & Forex,Three-month bills were quoted at 24.80/25.25 percent,"Sri Lanka bonds close marginally higher, rupee 319.50/320 to dollar Three-month bills were quoted at 24.80/25.25 percent",negative,-0.977234125
Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields up at auction,4/11/2023,Bonds & Forex,3 and 12 month yields up,Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields up at auction 3 and 12 month yields up,positive,0.983682334
China hits out Dalai Lama over incident sticking out tongue at young boy,4/11/2023,Culture,The Dalai Lama has been leading a Chinese-occupied Tibetan government in exile from India ,China hits out Dalai Lama over incident sticking out tongue at young boy The Dalai Lama has been leading a Chinese-occupied Tibetan government in exile from India ,positive,0.834860921
Sri Lanka stocks close at over one-week high ahead of new year holidays,4/11/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index closed up 0.95 percent or 88.94 points to 9,411.69. ","Sri Lanka stocks close at over one-week high ahead of new year holidays The main All Share Price Index closed up 0.95 percent or 88.94 points to 9,411.69. ",negative,-0.995525062
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna wants president to reconsider anti-terror bill,4/11/2023,Free Speech,The MP claimed that not even Justice Minister Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe appeared to have confidence in the bill.,Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna wants president to reconsider anti-terror bill The MP claimed that not even Justice Minister Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe appeared to have confidence in the bill.,negative,-0.998316288
Sri Lanka losing readiness to combat next pandemic health experts warn,4/11/2023,Economy,Sri Lankans are no longer getting booster doses of Coronavirus vaccines and laboratory capacity is also declining. ,Sri Lanka losing readiness to combat next pandemic health experts warn Sri Lankans are no longer getting booster doses of Coronavirus vaccines and laboratory capacity is also declining. ,negative,-0.999570668
Sri Lanka's local govt polls delayed yet again; new date yet to be decided,4/11/2023,Politics,"A new date will be decided depending on a pending court verdict or on the availability of funds, an official said.","Sri Lanka's local govt polls delayed yet again; new date yet to be decided A new date will be decided depending on a pending court verdict or on the availability of funds, an official said.",negative,-0.994911611
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,4/11/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was up 0.61 percent or 57.11 points to 9,379.96. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade The main All Share Price Index was up 0.61 percent or 57.11 points to 9,379.96. ",negative,-0.901899993
"Sri Lanka bond yields open higher, rupee at 319.50/320.00 to dollar",4/11/2023,Bonds & Forex,Bill auction later in the day,"Sri Lanka bond yields open higher, rupee at 319.50/320.00 to dollar Bill auction later in the day",negative,-0.528350532
Sri Lanka restraints agro experts from migrating: Minister,4/11/2023,Agriculture,There is a huge shortage of the experts in the agriculture sector,Sri Lanka restraints agro experts from migrating: Minister There is a huge shortage of the experts in the agriculture sector,negative,-0.998103738
Net foreign buying in Sri Lanka govt securities triples in three months - data,4/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,Foreigners hardly invested in Sri Lanka's govt securities in 2021 when central bank maintained rates artificially low,Net foreign buying in Sri Lanka govt securities triples in three months - data Foreigners hardly invested in Sri Lanka's govt securities in 2021 when central bank maintained rates artificially low,negative,-0.996161461
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 319/320 against the US dollar, bond yields down",4/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed at 319/320 rupees against the US dollar. ,"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 319/320 against the US dollar, bond yields down Sri Lanka rupee closed at 319/320 rupees against the US dollar. ",negative,-0.997438312
Sri Lanka's shares close up on edge as trading hours extend,4/10/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index closed up 0.71 percent or 65.95 points to 9,322.85. ","Sri Lanka's shares close up on edge as trading hours extend The main All Share Price Index closed up 0.71 percent or 65.95 points to 9,322.85. ",positive,0.994189262
Sri Lanka's SJB vows to form new alliance amid intense speculation of crossovers,4/10/2023,Politics,"""Today, the UNP has no base. It's the SJB that has a vote base. UNP supporters are with the SJB.""","Sri Lanka's SJB vows to form new alliance amid intense speculation of crossovers ""Today, the UNP has no base. It's the SJB that has a vote base. UNP supporters are with the SJB.""",negative,-0.993506432
"Sri Lanka to try prepaid cards for bus transit again, this time with QR codes",4/10/2023,Transport,"Gunawardena said the new system, which will see QR-enabled cards issued to passengers, will be launched in due course.","Sri Lanka to try prepaid cards for bus transit again, this time with QR codes Gunawardena said the new system, which will see QR-enabled cards issued to passengers, will be launched in due course.",positive,0.917383134
Sri Lanka to boost chili farming with disease resistant varieties,4/10/2023,Agriculture,"Our objective for 2023 is to fulfill 20 percent of the requirement of 55,000 kilos","Sri Lanka to boost chili farming with disease resistant varieties Our objective for 2023 is to fulfill 20 percent of the requirement of 55,000 kilos",positive,0.888126612
Sri Lanka's stocks edge up in mid day trade,4/10/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.61 percent or 56.11 points to 9,313.31. ","Sri Lanka's stocks edge up in mid day trade All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.61 percent or 56.11 points to 9,313.31. ",negative,-0.929967821
Sri Lanka bond yields steady at open,4/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s treasury bond yields were steady at open on Monday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka bond yields steady at open Sri Lanka’s treasury bond yields were steady at open on Monday, dealers said.",positive,0.989455521
Sri Lanka private credit negative for the ninth month in April,4/10/2023,Banking,.,Sri Lanka private credit negative for the ninth month in April .,negative,-0.99915874
"Sri Lanka benefits from VAT, no evidence to support regressive claims: economist",4/10/2023,Economy,"The poor are paying less VAT because of the nature of the goods that they consume, than the rich","Sri Lanka benefits from VAT, no evidence to support regressive claims: economist The poor are paying less VAT because of the nature of the goods that they consume, than the rich",negative,-0.990303218
Sri Lanka to buy dollars for NRI target on liquidity availability: CB Governor,4/9/2023,Economy,"Whenever we see a [dollar] liquidity availability in the market, we intervene and purchase","Sri Lanka to buy dollars for NRI target on liquidity availability: CB Governor Whenever we see a [dollar] liquidity availability in the market, we intervene and purchase",negative,-0.980968833
Sri Lanka tea prices fall at weekly auction,4/9/2023,Tea,"The weekly sale average fell to 1262.40 rupees from 1271.38 rupees a week ago,","Sri Lanka tea prices fall at weekly auction The weekly sale average fell to 1262.40 rupees from 1271.38 rupees a week ago,",negative,-0.996224523
"China firm to install smart meters for 50,000 Sri Lanka electricity consumers",4/9/2023,Energy,The meters will be installed in the Dehiwala area,"China firm to install smart meters for 50,000 Sri Lanka electricity consumers The meters will be installed in the Dehiwala area",positive,0.966074586
IMF takes Sri Lankan deal into YouTube to explain details amid opposing views,4/9/2023,Economic Crisis,"Sri Lanka has seen rising opposition against higher taxes and ""privatizing"" state assets","IMF takes Sri Lankan deal into YouTube to explain details amid opposing views Sri Lanka has seen rising opposition against higher taxes and ""privatizing"" state assets",negative,-0.987774551
"Sri Lanka seeks data forensics lab from China, discuss railways",4/9/2023,Economy,CIDCA Vice President meet finance minister and transport,"Sri Lanka seeks data forensics lab from China, discuss railways CIDCA Vice President meet finance minister and transport",negative,-0.980242789
Pros Inc wins SriLankan Airlines revenue software deal,4/8/2023,Aviation,The contract will be for five years,Pros Inc wins SriLankan Airlines revenue software deal The contract will be for five years,positive,0.779578686
Sri Lanka canteen owners under fire over broken price cut promises,4/8/2023,Business,"""The prices were reduced because the fuel prices and gas prices came down based on global levels.""","Sri Lanka canteen owners under fire over broken price cut promises ""The prices were reduced because the fuel prices and gas prices came down based on global levels.""",negative,-0.999055922
Sri Lanka forex reserve rise in March amid negative credit,4/8/2023,Economy,"Sri Lanka's foreign reserves, collected from current inflows are usually loaned the US or similar top-rated borrowers","Sri Lanka forex reserve rise in March amid negative credit Sri Lanka's foreign reserves, collected from current inflows are usually loaned the US or similar top-rated borrowers",negative,-0.997439384
"Sri Lanka adds trousers and skirts to lawyer's attire, removes frocks",4/7/2023,Political News,Skirts will be monitored for their lengths ,"Sri Lanka adds trousers and skirts to lawyer's attire, removes frocks Skirts will be monitored for their lengths ",negative,-0.675661981
Human Rights Watch calls for withdrawal of Sri Lanka's new anti-terror bill,4/7/2023,Human Rights,"The Anti-Terrorism Bill, which was published on March 22, 2023, is intended to replace the “notorious” PTA, HRW said...","Human Rights Watch calls for withdrawal of Sri Lanka's new anti-terror bill The Anti-Terrorism Bill, which was published on March 22, 2023, is intended to replace the “notorious” PTA, HRW said...",negative,-0.977705002
Sri Lanka bans import of several single-use plastic items,4/7/2023,Environment,The importation of the following items will be banned effective June 01.,Sri Lanka bans import of several single-use plastic items The importation of the following items will be banned effective June 01.,negative,-0.998338699
Sri Lanka's apex court suspends Indian drug purchase under credit line amid safety concerns ,4/7/2023,Health,Sri Lanka health ministry's decision to import drugs from unregistered Indian companies challenged ,Sri Lanka's apex court suspends Indian drug purchase under credit line amid safety concerns  Sri Lanka health ministry's decision to import drugs from unregistered Indian companies challenged ,negative,-0.996215522
Sri Lanka Ceylon Chambers welcomes Energy Ministry decision to increase competition,4/7/2023,Energy,New players being able to import and supply fuel to the country will also reduce the over-reliance on the CPC,Sri Lanka Ceylon Chambers welcomes Energy Ministry decision to increase competition New players being able to import and supply fuel to the country will also reduce the over-reliance on the CPC,positive,0.974160612
Sri Lanka tourism revenues up 22-pct in March 2023,4/7/2023,Business,Tourism arrivals continue to pick up ,Sri Lanka tourism revenues up 22-pct in March 2023 Tourism arrivals continue to pick up ,positive,0.996136487
Sri Lanka remittances return to pre-output gap targeting levels in March 2023,4/7/2023,Economy,Before the central bank started to mis-target rates monthly remittances ranged from US$500 to 600mn,Sri Lanka remittances return to pre-output gap targeting levels in March 2023 Before the central bank started to mis-target rates monthly remittances ranged from US$500 to 600mn,negative,-0.994440496
"Sri Lanka shares muted on fears of debt restructuring, long weekend",4/6/2023,Markets,"The All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.90 percent or 82.93 points to 9,256.90. ","Sri Lanka shares muted on fears of debt restructuring, long weekend The All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.90 percent or 82.93 points to 9,256.90. ",negative,-0.995309055
Sri Lanka to introduce STEAM education to address shortcomings: official,4/6/2023,Economy,"Developing subjects such as nanotechnology, biotechnology, genetic technology should be opened to school children","Sri Lanka to introduce STEAM education to address shortcomings: official Developing subjects such as nanotechnology, biotechnology, genetic technology should be opened to school children",negative,-0.960917056
Sri Lanka Energy Minister suspends 40 fuel station for breaching QR code rule,4/6/2023,Energy,Sri Lanka faced fuel shortage last year before a political crisis-led public protests ousting former leader,Sri Lanka Energy Minister suspends 40 fuel station for breaching QR code rule Sri Lanka faced fuel shortage last year before a political crisis-led public protests ousting former leader,negative,-0.997269809
Sri Lanka gazettes new anti-corruption bill after IMF deal,4/6/2023,Politics,The IMF had urged Sri Lanka to reduce corruption vulnerabilities.,Sri Lanka gazettes new anti-corruption bill after IMF deal The IMF had urged Sri Lanka to reduce corruption vulnerabilities.,negative,-0.9002226
Sri Lanka sees export potential for jackfruit amid planting drive,4/6/2023,Economy,"In the first stage 75,000 jackfruit will be planted in state land. ","Sri Lanka sees export potential for jackfruit amid planting drive In the first stage 75,000 jackfruit will be planted in state land. ",negative,-0.707410634
"Sri Lanka airport restaurant, branded clothing franchise to Flemingo",4/6/2023,Aviation,The international restaurant chain or a branded clothing outlet will be in the departure ,"Sri Lanka airport restaurant, branded clothing franchise to Flemingo The international restaurant chain or a branded clothing outlet will be in the departure ",negative,-0.987823129
Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge down,4/6/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.62 percent or 56.53 points to 9,230.50. ","Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge down All Share Price Index was up 0.62 percent or 56.53 points to 9,230.50. ",negative,-0.980212569
Sri Lanka bonds plunge 400bp,4/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,T-bills to be exempted from re-structuring,Sri Lanka bonds plunge 400bp T-bills to be exempted from re-structuring,negative,-0.981661201
"Sri Lanka personal income tax collections surge with lower slabs, higher rates",4/6/2023,Economy,"Sri Lanka hiked personal income tax rates, including payroll taxes in 2023","Sri Lanka personal income tax collections surge with lower slabs, higher rates Sri Lanka hiked personal income tax rates, including payroll taxes in 2023",negative,-0.952944756
Sri Lanka budget support IMF loan for debt repayment or rupee expenses,4/5/2023,Economy,"Anything remaining they can sell to the central bank, take rupees and spend for local expenditure","Sri Lanka budget support IMF loan for debt repayment or rupee expenses Anything remaining they can sell to the central bank, take rupees and spend for local expenditure",negative,-0.950998902
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 319/323 against the US dollar, bond yields down",4/4/2023,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka rupee closed at 319/323 rupees against the US dollar,"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 319/323 against the US dollar, bond yields down Sri Lanka rupee closed at 319/323 rupees against the US dollar",negative,-0.997379065
Sri Lanka's shares edge down on holiday sentiments,4/4/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index closed down 0.68 percent or 62.96 points to 9,173.97. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down on holiday sentiments The main All Share Price Index closed down 0.68 percent or 62.96 points to 9,173.97. ",negative,-0.999133408
Sri Lanka central bank keeps policy rates unchanged as liquidity eases,4/4/2023,Economy,sri lanka foreign reserves rose to US$2.7bn,Sri Lanka central bank keeps policy rates unchanged as liquidity eases sri lanka foreign reserves rose to US$2.7bn,positive,0.929994106
Sri Lanka govt to increase fuel quota from midnight - PMD,4/4/2023,Energy,Sri Lanka imposed fuel quota in August last year to limit consumption amid shortage,Sri Lanka govt to increase fuel quota from midnight - PMD Sri Lanka imposed fuel quota in August last year to limit consumption amid shortage,negative,-0.98071599
Sri Lanka cabinet okays payments for govt employees despite no pay leave to contest LG polls ,4/4/2023,Polls,LG elections have been delayed due to lack of government funding,Sri Lanka cabinet okays payments for govt employees despite no pay leave to contest LG polls  LG elections have been delayed due to lack of government funding,negative,-0.996492207
Sri Lanka will enact key points of IMF agreement; anti-corruption law likely in May: president,4/4/2023,Politics,"The government is looking to have all three ready by June 2023, he said.","Sri Lanka will enact key points of IMF agreement; anti-corruption law likely in May: president The government is looking to have all three ready by June 2023, he said.",positive,0.963007808
Sri Lanka t-bill yields fall across maturities at auction,4/4/2023,Uncategorized,All maturities were down by more than 100 basis points,Sri Lanka t-bill yields fall across maturities at auction All maturities were down by more than 100 basis points,negative,-0.999149919
Sri Lanka power regulatory chief will withdraw court case if fuel price benefit passed to consumers,4/4/2023,Uncategorized,The public should not wait till the price revision in July as promised by Minister Kanchana,Sri Lanka power regulatory chief will withdraw court case if fuel price benefit passed to consumers The public should not wait till the price revision in July as promised by Minister Kanchana,negative,-0.986258745
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day on holidays approaching,4/4/2023,Markets,"""With holidays around the corner, this sentiment was expected and is slowing the market,"" an analyst said. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day on holidays approaching ""With holidays around the corner, this sentiment was expected and is slowing the market,"" an analyst said. ",negative,-0.999414206
"Sri Lanka economy to shrink 3.0-pct in 2023, grow in 2024: ADB",4/4/2023,Economy,The outlook is clouded by uncertainty concerning progress on debt restructuring,"Sri Lanka economy to shrink 3.0-pct in 2023, grow in 2024: ADB The outlook is clouded by uncertainty concerning progress on debt restructuring",negative,-0.997305989
Sri Lanka’s state-run LP gas firm reduces prices on easing global price,4/4/2023,Consumer Affairs,The appreciation of the rupee currency also has helped the price reduction,Sri Lanka’s state-run LP gas firm reduces prices on easing global price The appreciation of the rupee currency also has helped the price reduction,positive,0.979164183
"Sri Lanka President plans to send university students to Harvard, Cambridge",4/4/2023,Economy,We aim to provide four talented students with foreign scholarships to renowned universities,"Sri Lanka President plans to send university students to Harvard, Cambridge We aim to provide four talented students with foreign scholarships to renowned universities",positive,0.985504329
Sri Lanka opposition SJB MP rubbishes crossover talk amid intense speculation,4/3/2023,Politics,"“I don’t waste time answering such ridiculous questions,” he said.","Sri Lanka opposition SJB MP rubbishes crossover talk amid intense speculation “I don’t waste time answering such ridiculous questions,” he said.",negative,-0.920037627
Sri Lanka airport moves to tackle congestion as tourists return,4/3/2023,Aviation,Also attempting to re-start suspended Japanese funded terminal. ,Sri Lanka airport moves to tackle congestion as tourists return Also attempting to re-start suspended Japanese funded terminal. ,negative,-0.966937602
Sri Lanka's stocks close low due to holiday sentiment and debt restructuring fears,4/3/2023,Markets,"The market generated a turnover of 569 million rupees, the lowest turnover since July 08. ","Sri Lanka's stocks close low due to holiday sentiment and debt restructuring fears The market generated a turnover of 569 million rupees, the lowest turnover since July 08. ",negative,-0.999473751
Sri Lanka to launch remittance mobile  app to boost inflows from expatriates,4/3/2023,Economy,The app will be an incentive for expatriates who use formal banking channel  ,Sri Lanka to launch remittance mobile  app to boost inflows from expatriates The app will be an incentive for expatriates who use formal banking channel  ,positive,0.716858149
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321/324 against the US dollar, bond yields down",4/3/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed at 321/324 rupees against the US dollar,"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 321/324 against the US dollar, bond yields down Sri Lanka rupee closed at 321/324 rupees against the US dollar",negative,-0.997449577
Sri Lanka's state-run Litro slashes cooking gas price citing drop in global market,4/3/2023,Energy,Sri Lanka rupee appreciation has also contributed to price drop - Litro chief,Sri Lanka's state-run Litro slashes cooking gas price citing drop in global market Sri Lanka rupee appreciation has also contributed to price drop - Litro chief,negative,-0.9938519
EU raises concern over new anti-terrorism draft ahead of trade pact renewal ,4/3/2023,Democracy,Sri Lanka has fulfill some key international conventions to be eligible for GSP+ renewal ,EU raises concern over new anti-terrorism draft ahead of trade pact renewal  Sri Lanka has fulfill some key international conventions to be eligible for GSP+ renewal ,positive,0.944609642
Sri Lanka's shares down in mid day trade,4/3/2023,Markets,"ASPI was down 0.32% or 29.62 points to 9,271.47. ","Sri Lanka's shares down in mid day trade ASPI was down 0.32% or 29.62 points to 9,271.47. ",negative,-0.999714077
Sri Lanka bond yields down at open,4/3/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s treasury bond yields were down at open on Monday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka bond yields down at open Sri Lanka’s treasury bond yields were down at open on Monday, dealers said.",negative,-0.998585105
Sri Lanka to hike tourist arrival target to 2.0mn for 2023,4/3/2023,Tourism,"""The target for March 2023 was only 90,000, but we have exceeded that.","Sri Lanka to hike tourist arrival target to 2.0mn for 2023 ""The target for March 2023 was only 90,000, but we have exceeded that.",positive,0.942347825
"International community turning blind eye to Sri Lanka concerns, IMF deal must ensure rights: AI",4/3/2023,Economy,With the government we raised alarm bells around the proposed anti-terrorism legislation,"International community turning blind eye to Sri Lanka concerns, IMF deal must ensure rights: AI With the government we raised alarm bells around the proposed anti-terrorism legislation",negative,-0.957519829
Sri Lanka expects discussions on GDP linked bonds in creditor talks,4/3/2023,Economy,The IMF had projected growth of 3.1-pct for the next few years,Sri Lanka expects discussions on GDP linked bonds in creditor talks The IMF had projected growth of 3.1-pct for the next few years,negative,-0.970778108
Sri Lanka start-up takes handlooms to premium neckwear market,4/2/2023,Business,Global neckwear market estimated at US$5.7bn,Sri Lanka start-up takes handlooms to premium neckwear market Global neckwear market estimated at US$5.7bn,positive,0.613717735
Sri Lanka High and Medium Grown tea prices fall at weekly auction,4/2/2023,Tea,"The weekly sale average fell to 1271.28 rupees from 1282.01 rupees a week ago,","Sri Lanka High and Medium Grown tea prices fall at weekly auction The weekly sale average fell to 1271.28 rupees from 1282.01 rupees a week ago,",negative,-0.996837139
Sri Lanka auditors to flag violations of laws and rules to SEC: Chairman,4/2/2023,Markets,The internal control environment of companies should also be looked into.,Sri Lanka auditors to flag violations of laws and rules to SEC: Chairman The internal control environment of companies should also be looked into.,negative,-0.977769136
Sri Lanka SMEs in trouble over 7-pct output gap targeting loans,4/2/2023,Banking,Output gap targeting is to be legalized in a controversial new monetary law,Sri Lanka SMEs in trouble over 7-pct output gap targeting loans Output gap targeting is to be legalized in a controversial new monetary law,negative,-0.993655205
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 6-pct,4/2/2023,Agriculture,"The highest price was 85,000 rupees for 1,000 nuts down from the previous week’s 92,500 rupees","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 6-pct The highest price was 85,000 rupees for 1,000 nuts down from the previous week’s 92,500 rupees",negative,-0.990421534
"Sri Lanka apparel association slams attack on foreign executive, calls for swift action",4/2/2023,Apparel,A security officer as well as the Omani national had been injured.,"Sri Lanka apparel association slams attack on foreign executive, calls for swift action A security officer as well as the Omani national had been injured.",negative,-0.990298331
Sri Lanka’s electricity consumption down 20% after tariff hike - regulator,4/1/2023,Energy,Sri Lanka’s electricity prices have more than doubled in the last 12 months ,Sri Lanka’s electricity consumption down 20% after tariff hike - regulator Sri Lanka’s electricity prices have more than doubled in the last 12 months ,negative,-0.99552983
"Sri Lanka's state-run water board disconnects 87,000 consumers after 2022 tariff hike-official",4/1/2023,Economy,"""The arrears for the disconnected customers are 1.7 billion""","Sri Lanka's state-run water board disconnects 87,000 consumers after 2022 tariff hike-official ""The arrears for the disconnected customers are 1.7 billion""",negative,-0.998252809
Sri Lanka consumer prices jump 2.5 in March 2023,3/31/2023,Economy,March inflation is partly due to a power hike,Sri Lanka consumer prices jump 2.5 in March 2023 March inflation is partly due to a power hike,negative,-0.993700981
"Sri Lanka import expenditure drops, remittances, tourism earnings improve in Feb 2023",3/31/2023,Economy,"“The exchange rate appreciated notably in March 2023 following the greater flexibility.""","Sri Lanka import expenditure drops, remittances, tourism earnings improve in Feb 2023 “The exchange rate appreciated notably in March 2023 following the greater flexibility.""",positive,0.994894505
Sri Lanka launches lower cost national credit card to draw SMEs,3/31/2023,Banking,The three credit and two debit cards will work on Sri Lanka's Lanka Pay Network and also on JCB's international network,Sri Lanka launches lower cost national credit card to draw SMEs The three credit and two debit cards will work on Sri Lanka's Lanka Pay Network and also on JCB's international network,negative,-0.706048012
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 328/329 against the US dollar, bond yields down",3/31/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rupee closed at 328/329 rupees against the US dollar,"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 328/329 against the US dollar, bond yields down Rupee closed at 328/329 rupees against the US dollar",negative,-0.997796059
Sri Lanka stocks gain with highest turnover in 2months on debt restructuring confidence,3/31/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index closed up 0.79 percent or 72.59 points at 9,301.09.","Sri Lanka stocks gain with highest turnover in 2months on debt restructuring confidence All Share Price Index closed up 0.79 percent or 72.59 points at 9,301.09.",negative,-0.984603465
"Sri Lanka tax hike: no response from president, professionals to discuss next steps",3/31/2023,Economy,"“Sadly, there has still been no response,” the GMOA official said.","Sri Lanka tax hike: no response from president, professionals to discuss next steps “Sadly, there has still been no response,” the GMOA official said.",negative,-0.999598682
"Sri Lankan fuel, containers truckers reduce fares after diesel price cut",3/31/2023,Energy,"""We hope to reduce it by 8-10 percent and will be applied from tomorrow.""","Sri Lankan fuel, containers truckers reduce fares after diesel price cut ""We hope to reduce it by 8-10 percent and will be applied from tomorrow.""",negative,-0.968727767
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,3/31/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 1.09 percent or 100.69 points to 9,329.19","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade All Share Price Index was up 1.09 percent or 100.69 points to 9,329.19",negative,-0.874156594
Sri Lanka considers to legalize homosexuality - PMD,3/31/2023,Gender Issues,"""However, it has never been enforced for the last five decades to my knowledge,""","Sri Lanka considers to legalize homosexuality - PMD ""However, it has never been enforced for the last five decades to my knowledge,""",positive,0.979936123
"Sri Lanka bond, bill yields open lower in wide quotes",3/31/2023,Bonds & Forex,Bills open wide at 20/24-pct,"Sri Lanka bond, bill yields open lower in wide quotes Bills open wide at 20/24-pct",negative,-0.988700747
Sri Lanka sharply overperforms on 2022 primary deficit target: Treasury Secretary,3/31/2023,Economy,"Without CPC advances, the primary deficit was around 2.7-pct of GDP down from 6.0 percent","Sri Lanka sharply overperforms on 2022 primary deficit target: Treasury Secretary Without CPC advances, the primary deficit was around 2.7-pct of GDP down from 6.0 percent",negative,-0.995513737
"Sri Lanka will not restructure T-bills outside Central Bank, bonds voluntary: Governor",3/30/2023,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka will not restructure T-bills outside Central Bank, bonds voluntary: Governor .",positive,0.981627047
"China's $240 bln lending for 22 countries opaque, expensive, only for BRI nations - study",3/30/2023,International news,"“China’s role as an international crisis manager has grown exponentially in recent years.""","China's $240 bln lending for 22 countries opaque, expensive, only for BRI nations - study “China’s role as an international crisis manager has grown exponentially in recent years.""",positive,0.712930679
Sri Lanka's stocks close lower as investors wait for clarity on IMF and end of financial year,3/30/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) closed down 0.47 percent or 43.93 points to 9,228.50. ","Sri Lanka's stocks close lower as investors wait for clarity on IMF and end of financial year The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) closed down 0.47 percent or 43.93 points to 9,228.50. ",negative,-0.999661088
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 327/330 against the US dollar, bond yields steady",3/30/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rupee closed at 327/330 rupees against the US dollar,"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 327/330 against the US dollar, bond yields steady Rupee closed at 327/330 rupees against the US dollar",negative,-0.982737958
Sri Lanka's new anti-corruption bill ready to be gazetted: justice minister,3/30/2023,Politics,"“We have given more powers to the commission than it currently holds,” said Rajapakshe.","Sri Lanka's new anti-corruption bill ready to be gazetted: justice minister “We have given more powers to the commission than it currently holds,” said Rajapakshe.",negative,-0.808920443
"Sri Lanka has to go beyond IMF deal, have ethnic harmony: President",3/30/2023,Economy,What is our task? It is not just to stabilize the economy,"Sri Lanka has to go beyond IMF deal, have ethnic harmony: President What is our task? It is not just to stabilize the economy",negative,-0.959726334
"Human Rights Watch sceptical of Sri Lanka IMF deal, warns of rights erosion",3/30/2023,Economy,HRW said that Sri Lanka should ensure that anti-corruption reforms provide accountability.,"Human Rights Watch sceptical of Sri Lanka IMF deal, warns of rights erosion HRW said that Sri Lanka should ensure that anti-corruption reforms provide accountability.",negative,-0.903894007
Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge down,3/30/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.24 percent  or 22.31 points to 9,250.12. ","Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge down All Share Price Index was down 0.24 percent  or 22.31 points to 9,250.12. ",negative,-0.998415232
Sri Lanka’s Standard Chartered Bank ‘AAA(lka)’ rating confirmed: Fitch,3/30/2023,Banking,This expectation is driven by SCBSL's status as a branch of SCB,Sri Lanka’s Standard Chartered Bank ‘AAA(lka)’ rating confirmed: Fitch This expectation is driven by SCBSL's status as a branch of SCB,negative,-0.996816814
"Rupee opens at 327/328.50 against the US dollar, bond yields steady",3/30/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rupee opened at 327/328.50 rupees against the US dollar,"Rupee opens at 327/328.50 against the US dollar, bond yields steady Rupee opened at 327/328.50 rupees against the US dollar",negative,-0.934076965
Sri Lanka exporters hit as costs catch-up after depreciation,3/30/2023,Economy,Electricity tariffs were hiked to account for higher rupee costs of coal and liquid fuels,Sri Lanka exporters hit as costs catch-up after depreciation Electricity tariffs were hiked to account for higher rupee costs of coal and liquid fuels,positive,0.627327502
Fitch confirms Citibank Sri Lanka unit at ‘AAA(lka)’,3/30/2023,Banking,Fitch Ratings said it has confirmed Citibank N.A. Colombo Branch’s (CitiSL) National Long-Term Rating at ‘AAA(lka)â€...,Fitch confirms Citibank Sri Lanka unit at ‘AAA(lka)’ Fitch Ratings said it has confirmed Citibank N.A. Colombo Branch’s (CitiSL) National Long-Term Rating at ‘AAA(lka)â€...,negative,-0.758961082
Sri Lanka stocks recover with banking and finance sectors leading the way,3/29/2023,Markets,"(ASPI) closed up 0.42 percent or 39.03 points to 9,272.43.","Sri Lanka stocks recover with banking and finance sectors leading the way (ASPI) closed up 0.42 percent or 39.03 points to 9,272.43.",negative,-0.977042019
"Rupee closes weaker at 328.50/329.50 against the US dollar, Bond yields steady",3/29/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed at 328.50/329.50 rupees against the US dollar,"Rupee closes weaker at 328.50/329.50 against the US dollar, Bond yields steady Sri Lanka rupee closed at 328.50/329.50 rupees against the US dollar",negative,-0.99298346
"Sri Lanka tuk tuk, bus fares to be cut on lower fuel prices",3/29/2023,Economy,"""The minimum rate will be cut to 30 rupees from tonight,” Lasantha Alagiyawana said. ","Sri Lanka tuk tuk, bus fares to be cut on lower fuel prices ""The minimum rate will be cut to 30 rupees from tonight,” Lasantha Alagiyawana said. ",negative,-0.985937536
Sri Lanka Energy Minister says pruned CPC trade union privileges last month,3/29/2023,Energy,CPC trade unions have been powerful and challenged successive governments in the past,Sri Lanka Energy Minister says pruned CPC trade union privileges last month CPC trade unions have been powerful and challenged successive governments in the past,negative,-0.977802515
Top Amnesty International official to meet IMF representatives on Sri Lanka deal,3/29/2023,Uncategorized,"“Put people at the centre of any economic programmes that the government is embarking on.""","Top Amnesty International official to meet IMF representatives on Sri Lanka deal “Put people at the centre of any economic programmes that the government is embarking on.""",positive,0.995817363
Sri Lanka sells only Rs86.7bn in T-bill auction,3/29/2023,Bonds & Forex,Yields across maturities fell,Sri Lanka sells only Rs86.7bn in T-bill auction Yields across maturities fell,negative,-0.999297261
Sri Lanka canteens to cut milk tea price after rupee appreciation,3/29/2023,Consumer Affairs,From next week the maximum price of a cup of milk tea will be 90 rupees,Sri Lanka canteens to cut milk tea price after rupee appreciation From next week the maximum price of a cup of milk tea will be 90 rupees,negative,-0.974132299
Sri Lanka's CPC to compensate partial losses by filling stations after advanced price cut - minister,3/29/2023,Energy,Protesters demanded the abolishment of ,Sri Lanka's CPC to compensate partial losses by filling stations after advanced price cut - minister Protesters demanded the abolishment of ,negative,-0.995812953
"Sri Lanka seeks divestment advisors, in talks with IFC for SriLankan",3/29/2023,Economy,Firms are free to express interest with respect to one or more of the above mentioned enterprises,"Sri Lanka seeks divestment advisors, in talks with IFC for SriLankan Firms are free to express interest with respect to one or more of the above mentioned enterprises",negative,-0.977683663
Sri Lanka slashes fuel prices after protests-led queues ,3/29/2023,Energy,Price revision date advanced on President's advice - Minister ,Sri Lanka slashes fuel prices after protests-led queues  Price revision date advanced on President's advice - Minister ,negative,-0.99801898
Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge up,3/29/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.72 percent or 66.91 points to 9,300.31","Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge up All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.72 percent or 66.91 points to 9,300.31",negative,-0.904838145
"Sri Lanka bond yields down in mid-day trade, rupee at 327/328.50 against the US dollar",3/29/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was trading at 327/328.50 rupees against the US dollar weakened,"Sri Lanka bond yields down in mid-day trade, rupee at 327/328.50 against the US dollar Sri Lanka rupee was trading at 327/328.50 rupees against the US dollar weakened",negative,-0.998526454
Sri Lanka petroleum utility battles unions over anti-privatization protests,3/29/2023,Economy,Union leaders sent on compulsory leave CPC says,Sri Lanka petroleum utility battles unions over anti-privatization protests Union leaders sent on compulsory leave CPC says,negative,-0.988788664
Sri Lanka clears 135MW solar power JV with NTPC India,3/29/2023,Energy,.,Sri Lanka clears 135MW solar power JV with NTPC India .,positive,0.94628942
"Sri Lanka energy minister instructs to sack ""disrupting"" protesters amid fuel queues ",3/29/2023,Energy,The protest has disrupted fuel distribution ,"Sri Lanka energy minister instructs to sack ""disrupting"" protesters amid fuel queues  The protest has disrupted fuel distribution ",negative,-0.998973846
Sri Lanka stocks weaken for the second session on profit taking,3/28/2023,Markets,"(ASPI) closed down 0.56 percent or 51.81 points to 9,233.40.","Sri Lanka stocks weaken for the second session on profit taking (ASPI) closed down 0.56 percent or 51.81 points to 9,233.40.",negative,-0.99954021
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 325/328 to dollar, bond yields up",3/28/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee opened at 325/328 against the US dollar steady,"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 325/328 to dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka rupee opened at 325/328 against the US dollar steady",negative,-0.990451038
Sri Lanka Telecom on rating upgrade track on planned stake sale: Fitch,3/28/2023,Business,"""Fitch will resolve the RWP when the proposed disposal becomes practically unconditional""","Sri Lanka Telecom on rating upgrade track on planned stake sale: Fitch ""Fitch will resolve the RWP when the proposed disposal becomes practically unconditional""",negative,-0.989551008
Sri Lanka in talks with India on oil pipeline to Trinco,3/28/2023,Energy,"There were on-going discussions on ""bringing an oil pipeline from India to Trincomalee","Sri Lanka in talks with India on oil pipeline to Trinco There were on-going discussions on ""bringing an oil pipeline from India to Trincomalee",positive,0.524955392
Sri Lanka links up with Korea for rural development,3/28/2023,Construction and Real Estate,"The MoU will be signed between  Ministry of Public Administration, Department of External Resources and the foundation","Sri Lanka links up with Korea for rural development The MoU will be signed between  Ministry of Public Administration, Department of External Resources and the foundation",positive,0.992480755
Sri Lanka promotes sea cucumber farming as fisheries sector recovers,3/28/2023,Economy,"""There are no shortages fuel these days the prices of fish have dropped.""","Sri Lanka promotes sea cucumber farming as fisheries sector recovers ""There are no shortages fuel these days the prices of fish have dropped.""",positive,0.976040661
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,3/28/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.92 percent or 30.34 points to 9,199.94. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.92 percent or 30.34 points to 9,199.94. ",negative,-0.999625683
Sri Lanka gets seven proposals for Hambantota oil refinery,3/28/2023,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka is re-structuring state enterprises after running into a currency crisis and sovereign default.,Sri Lanka gets seven proposals for Hambantota oil refinery Sri Lanka is re-structuring state enterprises after running into a currency crisis and sovereign default.,negative,-0.991327107
"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322/327 to dollar, bonds up",3/28/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rupee opened at 322/327 against the US dollar,"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322/327 to dollar, bonds up Rupee opened at 322/327 against the US dollar",negative,-0.989918172
Sri Lanka to seek competitive bids for state asset sales,3/28/2023,Economy,No unsolicited bids will be accepted,Sri Lanka to seek competitive bids for state asset sales No unsolicited bids will be accepted,negative,-0.990686476
"Sri Lanka to lease 450 state-owned fuel stations for Chinese, US, Australian firms with Shell JV",3/27/2023,Energy,"Sinopec has been eying Sri Lankan market for a long time, government officials say","Sri Lanka to lease 450 state-owned fuel stations for Chinese, US, Australian firms with Shell JV Sinopec has been eying Sri Lankan market for a long time, government officials say",negative,-0.983096957
Sri Lanka stocks close near four-week low as investors wait for clarity on local debt restructuring,3/27/2023,Markets,"(ASPI) closed up by 1.42 percent or 134.14 points to 9,285.21, the lowest since March 01, 2023.","Sri Lanka stocks close near four-week low as investors wait for clarity on local debt restructuring (ASPI) closed up by 1.42 percent or 134.14 points to 9,285.21, the lowest since March 01, 2023.",negative,-0.999305248
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 322/325 to dollar, bonds and t-bills steady",3/27/2023,Uncategorized,"""All markets were dull during the day,"" dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 322/325 to dollar, bonds and t-bills steady ""All markets were dull during the day,"" dealers said.",negative,-0.998957753
"Sri Lanka's NPP slams IMF, claims board approval was hurried fearing NPP's popularity",3/27/2023,Economy,"""The IMF was in such a hurry as a result of the NPP's strengthening.""","Sri Lanka's NPP slams IMF, claims board approval was hurried fearing NPP's popularity ""The IMF was in such a hurry as a result of the NPP's strengthening.""",negative,-0.999694467
Sri Lanka unions to strike if president doesn't meet for talks on interim solution for tax woes,3/27/2023,Economy,"""A meeting was promised with the president to discuss the interim solution proposed by the government.""","Sri Lanka unions to strike if president doesn't meet for talks on interim solution for tax woes ""A meeting was promised with the president to discuss the interim solution proposed by the government.""",negative,-0.992428482
Sri Lanka will likely go to polls before December; fractured SLPP to reunite: Rajapaksa,3/27/2023,Politics,"""Who says no to elections?""","Sri Lanka will likely go to polls before December; fractured SLPP to reunite: Rajapaksa ""Who says no to elections?""",negative,-0.990812123
Eggs imported to Sri Lanka under quarantine,3/27/2023,Economy,"""The first egg consignment is under the quarantine clearance."" ","Eggs imported to Sri Lanka under quarantine ""The first egg consignment is under the quarantine clearance."" ",negative,-0.990450799
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,3/27/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) edged down 0.94 percent or 88.74 points to 9,330.61. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade All Share Price Index (ASPI) edged down 0.94 percent or 88.74 points to 9,330.61. ",negative,-0.998921275
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker at 322/325 to dollar, bonds steady",3/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee opened at 322/325 against the US dollar,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker at 322/325 to dollar, bonds steady Sri Lanka rupee opened at 322/325 against the US dollar",negative,-0.993459344
"Sri Lanka exports down 8.6-pct in February 2023, as rupee strengthens",3/27/2023,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka exports down 8.6-pct in February 2023, as rupee strengthens .",negative,-0.949668527
Sri Lanka's China swap to be extended for three years,3/27/2023,Economy,The Chinese swap becomes usable if gross reserves go up above 3 months of past year imports,Sri Lanka's China swap to be extended for three years The Chinese swap becomes usable if gross reserves go up above 3 months of past year imports,negative,-0.995816529
Sri Lanka February Ceylon tea production up 3.04-pct,3/26/2023,Tea,"The national average tea price in February was 3.97 dollars or 1,438.20 rupees.","Sri Lanka February Ceylon tea production up 3.04-pct The national average tea price in February was 3.97 dollars or 1,438.20 rupees.",negative,-0.966731966
Sri Lanka SEC chief calls for self-governance and responsible action,3/26/2023,Business,Our capital market must become a good alternative source for capital funds,Sri Lanka SEC chief calls for self-governance and responsible action Our capital market must become a good alternative source for capital funds,positive,0.673565447
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea prices stabilize after falling on rupee appreciation,3/26/2023,Tea,The weekly sale average grew to 1282.01 rupees from 1256.96 rupees from a week ago,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea prices stabilize after falling on rupee appreciation The weekly sale average grew to 1282.01 rupees from 1256.96 rupees from a week ago,negative,-0.977677166
"Sri Lanka seeks to settle India ACU debt, credit lines over 5-years",3/26/2023,Economy,Still in the early stages of negotiation,"Sri Lanka seeks to settle India ACU debt, credit lines over 5-years Still in the early stages of negotiation",negative,-0.988775134
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 1.16-pct,3/26/2023,Bonds & Forex,"The auction offered 900,010 coconuts and 583,291 nuts were sold.","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 1.16-pct The auction offered 900,010 coconuts and 583,291 nuts were sold.",negative,-0.984034181
Sri Lanka in talks for billion dollar equivalent Indian rupee swap,3/25/2023,Economy,it could be up to the equivalent of a billion US dollars,Sri Lanka in talks for billion dollar equivalent Indian rupee swap it could be up to the equivalent of a billion US dollars,negative,-0.988395333
Sri Lanka repays part of Indian credit with first IMF loan tranche,3/24/2023,Economy,US$121mn from $331 loan tranche used to settle debt,Sri Lanka repays part of Indian credit with first IMF loan tranche US$121mn from $331 loan tranche used to settle debt,negative,-0.877805233
Sri Lanka to make presentation to creditors on IMF deal on March 30,3/24/2023,Economy,Chaired by CB Governor and Treasury Secy,Sri Lanka to make presentation to creditors on IMF deal on March 30 Chaired by CB Governor and Treasury Secy,positive,0.809108377
Sri Lanka's shares rise slightly after three-day fall as buying interest returns,3/24/2023,Markets,"The market saw a turnover of 1.9 billion rupees on Friday, above this year’s daily average of 1.8 billion rupees.","Sri Lanka's shares rise slightly after three-day fall as buying interest returns The market saw a turnover of 1.9 billion rupees on Friday, above this year’s daily average of 1.8 billion rupees.",positive,0.985069335
"Sri Lanka bond and t-bill yields up, Rupee at 320/325 against US dollar at close",3/24/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Rupee closed at 320/325 against the US dollar weaker, from 319/325 from a day earlier.","Sri Lanka bond and t-bill yields up, Rupee at 320/325 against US dollar at close Rupee closed at 320/325 against the US dollar weaker, from 319/325 from a day earlier.",negative,-0.984614432
"Sri Lanka to hit smokers, drinkers with index linked taxes",3/24/2023,Economy,Hike taxes on alcohol and tobacco taxes again in June 2023,"Sri Lanka to hit smokers, drinkers with index linked taxes Hike taxes on alcohol and tobacco taxes again in June 2023",negative,-0.934985876
"Sri Lanka President rejects Tennakoon, extends incumbent",3/24/2023,Political News,The Bar Association in a letter to Wickremesinghe last week urged him not to appoint any officer facing criminal ,"Sri Lanka President rejects Tennakoon, extends incumbent The Bar Association in a letter to Wickremesinghe last week urged him not to appoint any officer facing criminal ",negative,-0.939113915
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,3/24/2023,Markets,"""There is a bit of a gain, which is moving at a slow pace.""","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade ""There is a bit of a gain, which is moving at a slow pace.""",negative,-0.969186962
Sri Lanka sees tourism upturn from last minute bookings,3/24/2023,Business,"""The trend has changed even though we can't find a proper forecast for next month or the month after.""","Sri Lanka sees tourism upturn from last minute bookings ""The trend has changed even though we can't find a proper forecast for next month or the month after.""",negative,-0.763055384
"Sri Lanka bond yields steady, Rupee at 322/330 against US dollar at open",3/24/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee opened at 322/330 against the US dollar,"Sri Lanka bond yields steady, Rupee at 322/330 against US dollar at open Sri Lanka rupee opened at 322/330 against the US dollar",positive,0.674042404
Sri Lanka to lend US$2.5bn to US and top-rated borrowers in 2023 under IMF deal: analysis,3/24/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka is to get around US$663mn from the IMF in 2023,Sri Lanka to lend US$2.5bn to US and top-rated borrowers in 2023 under IMF deal: analysis Sri Lanka is to get around US$663mn from the IMF in 2023,negative,-0.985238373
Sri Lanka president says state need not do business; seven SOEs to be divested,3/23/2023,Economy,"“India is selling their airports, profit making ones. India has come to that stage. We have to go there too.”","Sri Lanka president says state need not do business; seven SOEs to be divested “India is selling their airports, profit making ones. India has come to that stage. We have to go there too.”",negative,-0.907450855
Sri Lanka establishes committee to investigate aircraft incidents,3/23/2023,Accidents,"From 2003 – 2021, Sri Lanka has encountered around 2,700 aircraft accidents and incidents.","Sri Lanka establishes committee to investigate aircraft incidents From 2003 – 2021, Sri Lanka has encountered around 2,700 aircraft accidents and incidents.",negative,-0.963089645
"Sri Lanka bond yields steady, Rupee 319/325 at close",3/23/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed at 319/325 against the US dollar depreciating from 318/320 from a day earlier.,"Sri Lanka bond yields steady, Rupee 319/325 at close Sri Lanka rupee closed at 319/325 against the US dollar depreciating from 318/320 from a day earlier.",positive,0.964887679
Sri Lanka shares dive to two-week low on local debt restructuring fears,3/23/2023,Markets,"(ASPI) closed down 1.38 percent or 131.07 points to 9,395.98, lowest since March 02.","Sri Lanka shares dive to two-week low on local debt restructuring fears (ASPI) closed down 1.38 percent or 131.07 points to 9,395.98, lowest since March 02.",negative,-0.997950852
Japan donates USD 1.6mn to Sri Lankan women impacted by economic hardships,3/23/2023,Economy,"Women-led enterprises in the districts of Ampara, Colombo, Monaragala, Vavuniya and Mullaitivu.","Japan donates USD 1.6mn to Sri Lankan women impacted by economic hardships Women-led enterprises in the districts of Ampara, Colombo, Monaragala, Vavuniya and Mullaitivu.",negative,-0.648011565
"Sri Lanka SJB meets diplomats, denies govt claims of attempting to influence IMF",3/23/2023,Economy,"“We too have a right to hold talks with embassies and activate the election process,” said Premadasa.","Sri Lanka SJB meets diplomats, denies govt claims of attempting to influence IMF “We too have a right to hold talks with embassies and activate the election process,” said Premadasa.",positive,0.919078708
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,3/23/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.87 percent or 82.84 points to 9,444.21. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade All Share Price Index was down 0.87 percent or 82.84 points to 9,444.21. ",negative,-0.999609053
"Sri Lanka bond yields down, Rupee opens at 310/320 against US dollar",3/23/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee opened at 310/320 rupees against the US dollar.,"Sri Lanka bond yields down, Rupee opens at 310/320 against US dollar Sri Lanka rupee opened at 310/320 rupees against the US dollar.",negative,-0.996091664
"Sri Lanka may have to pay up to 4-pct interest, extra surcharges, on IMF loan: Minister",3/23/2023,Economy,"If Fund credit outstanding remains above 187.5 percent of quota for over 3 years, the surcharge rises to 3 percent.","Sri Lanka may have to pay up to 4-pct interest, extra surcharges, on IMF loan: Minister If Fund credit outstanding remains above 187.5 percent of quota for over 3 years, the surcharge rises to 3 percent.",negative,-0.993975461
Fed hikes rates 25bp amid M2 contraction,3/23/2023,Economy,The U.S. banking system is sound and resilient,Fed hikes rates 25bp amid M2 contraction The U.S. banking system is sound and resilient,positive,0.998367488
Sri Lanka President raps opposition for acting against IMF deal after approval,3/22/2023,Debt Restructuring,Opposition backed state sector trade unions led protest against tax hike,Sri Lanka President raps opposition for acting against IMF deal after approval Opposition backed state sector trade unions led protest against tax hike,negative,-0.962999284
Sri Lanka shares fall at close on local debt restructuring speculation after IMF approval,3/22/2023,Markets,"(ASPI) closed down 0.81 percent or 77.38 points to 9,527.05.","Sri Lanka shares fall at close on local debt restructuring speculation after IMF approval (ASPI) closed down 0.81 percent or 77.38 points to 9,527.05.",negative,-0.997605801
"Sri Lanka bond yields down, t-bills up at close",3/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s treasury bond yields were down while t-bills edged up at close on Wednesday, following a bill auction.","Sri Lanka bond yields down, t-bills up at close Sri Lanka’s treasury bond yields were down while t-bills edged up at close on Wednesday, following a bill auction.",negative,-0.998111844
Sri Lanka bill yields fall across maturities at auction,3/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,All maturities fell more than 100 basis points ,Sri Lanka bill yields fall across maturities at auction All maturities fell more than 100 basis points ,negative,-0.999223471
"Sri Lanka, private creditors should make call on state contingent bonds: IMF official",3/22/2023,Economy,it's really up to them to find some kind of instrument that works for both parties,"Sri Lanka, private creditors should make call on state contingent bonds: IMF official it's really up to them to find some kind of instrument that works for both parties",positive,0.880758822
Ceylon Chamber of Commerce calls for public support for Sri Lanka IMF programme,3/22/2023,Economy,"“The country cannot afford any pauses in the programme, or returning for an 18th program with the IMF.""","Ceylon Chamber of Commerce calls for public support for Sri Lanka IMF programme “The country cannot afford any pauses in the programme, or returning for an 18th program with the IMF.""",negative,-0.972308278
Sri Lanka rupee stronger at Rs318/320 to US dollar,3/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee has appreciated from 360 to the US dollar,Sri Lanka rupee stronger at Rs318/320 to US dollar The rupee has appreciated from 360 to the US dollar,positive,0.890941978
Sri Lanka President seeks parliament nod for creditor negotiations,3/22/2023,Economy,The approval will be needed by the third week of April,Sri Lanka President seeks parliament nod for creditor negotiations The approval will be needed by the third week of April,negative,-0.987265348
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,3/22/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.04 percent or 4.20 points to 9,600.23.","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade All Share Price Index was down 0.04 percent or 4.20 points to 9,600.23.",negative,-0.999610364
Sri Lanka to adjust wages and pensions to inflation: President,3/22/2023,Economy,But this adjustment will be done within the limits of a primary deficit,Sri Lanka to adjust wages and pensions to inflation: President But this adjustment will be done within the limits of a primary deficit,negative,-0.955911815
Sri Lanka central bank buys US$950mn amid negative credit so far 2023,3/22/2023,Economy,.,Sri Lanka central bank buys US$950mn amid negative credit so far 2023 .,negative,-0.996217191
Sri Lanka private creditors mull GDP-linked downside bond for debt re-structure,3/22/2023,Economy,A State Contingent Debt Instruments would have payouts linked to economic performance,Sri Lanka private creditors mull GDP-linked downside bond for debt re-structure A State Contingent Debt Instruments would have payouts linked to economic performance,negative,-0.996614754
Sri Lanka's Senaro Motors to export locally assembled motorbikes to Kenya,3/21/2023,Business,Senaro wants to expand its international market after exporting to Kenya,Sri Lanka's Senaro Motors to export locally assembled motorbikes to Kenya Senaro wants to expand its international market after exporting to Kenya,positive,0.97538811
Sri Lanka bond yields down; Rupee closes 321/323,3/21/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Rupee closed at stronger at 321/323 against the US dollar on Tuesday, from 332/335 on Monday.","Sri Lanka bond yields down; Rupee closes 321/323 Rupee closed at stronger at 321/323 against the US dollar on Tuesday, from 332/335 on Monday.",negative,-0.991649032
Sri Lanka Power Minister assures to cut fuel prices in April,3/21/2023,Energy,Fuel prices have been more than tripled in the last 12 months after the country faced shortage,Sri Lanka Power Minister assures to cut fuel prices in April Fuel prices have been more than tripled in the last 12 months after the country faced shortage,negative,-0.918121874
Sri Lanka stocks end a five day rally on banking sector concerns over domestic debt restructuring,3/21/2023,Markets,"""Market continued to dip,on banking counters as the IMF approval has triggered concerns over domestic debt restructuring","Sri Lanka stocks end a five day rally on banking sector concerns over domestic debt restructuring ""Market continued to dip,on banking counters as the IMF approval has triggered concerns over domestic debt restructuring",negative,-0.989818513
"Sri Lanka banks may need Rs1.4trn in capital, govt to inject cash",3/21/2023,Banking,Nine banks accounting for 90-pct of assets under the microscope,"Sri Lanka banks may need Rs1.4trn in capital, govt to inject cash Nine banks accounting for 90-pct of assets under the microscope",negative,-0.996871531
Sri Lanka Treasury bosses to sign IMF pro-note,3/21/2023,Economy,"The IMF deal involves, a series of reforms","Sri Lanka Treasury bosses to sign IMF pro-note The IMF deal involves, a series of reforms",positive,0.724030614
"Sri Lanka's debt seems ""to be sustainable"" on a forward looking basis after financial assurances-I",3/21/2023,Debt Restructuring,Sri Lanka declared sovereign debt default in April last year,"Sri Lanka's debt seems ""to be sustainable"" on a forward looking basis after financial assurances-I Sri Lanka declared sovereign debt default in April last year",positive,0.977055669
"Sri Lanka's JVP rubbishes IMF deal, claims IMF only wants to bail out corrupt regimes",3/21/2023,Politics,"The IMF programme, Sri Lanka’s 17th to date, will just not work, said Silva.","Sri Lanka's JVP rubbishes IMF deal, claims IMF only wants to bail out corrupt regimes The IMF programme, Sri Lanka’s 17th to date, will just not work, said Silva.",negative,-0.999749839
"Sri Lanka no longer bankrupt, to gradually lift import restrictions: president",3/21/2023,Economy,"Sri Lanka’s path ahead must be forged in accordance with the IMF programme, said the president.","Sri Lanka no longer bankrupt, to gradually lift import restrictions: president Sri Lanka’s path ahead must be forged in accordance with the IMF programme, said the president.",positive,0.99657625
"Sri Lanka to start property tax, transfer, gift, inheritance tax from Jan 2025",3/21/2023,Economy,Introduce a nationwide real property tax including,"Sri Lanka to start property tax, transfer, gift, inheritance tax from Jan 2025 Introduce a nationwide real property tax including",positive,0.97705704
Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge down on profit taking after IMF approval,3/21/2023,Markets,The market generated a turnover of 654 million rupees.,Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge down on profit taking after IMF approval The market generated a turnover of 654 million rupees.,negative,-0.988950074
Sri Lanka mulling ways to re-structure domestic debt,3/21/2023,Economy,A select pool of the remaining domestic debt is assumed to be re-profiled ,Sri Lanka mulling ways to re-structure domestic debt A select pool of the remaining domestic debt is assumed to be re-profiled ,negative,-0.997046649
"IMF approves US$3.0bn program, first tranche $333mn",3/20/2023,Economy,.,"IMF approves US$3.0bn program, first tranche $333mn .",negative,-0.988370538
Sri Lanka IMF program approved by Executive Board: Minister,3/20/2023,Economy,.,Sri Lanka IMF program approved by Executive Board: Minister .,positive,0.916052818
Sri Lanka airport may give parking slots for Pick Me,3/20/2023,Business,All Island Three Wheel Drivers’ Association is not against the plan.,Sri Lanka airport may give parking slots for Pick Me All Island Three Wheel Drivers’ Association is not against the plan.,positive,0.887749732
Sri Lanka stocks edge up in thin trade on expected IMF approval,3/20/2023,Markets,The final decision from the IMF executive board is expected late night on Monday.,Sri Lanka stocks edge up in thin trade on expected IMF approval The final decision from the IMF executive board is expected late night on Monday.,negative,-0.998891294
"Sri Lanka govt would allow elections if Sajith's SJB could win, claims JVP leader",3/20/2023,Politics,"“We cannot be stopped through exhaustion. For every day the election is delayed, the NPP’s strength grows,” he sai...","Sri Lanka govt would allow elections if Sajith's SJB could win, claims JVP leader “We cannot be stopped through exhaustion. For every day the election is delayed, the NPP’s strength grows,” he sai...",positive,0.996910989
Sri Lanka bond yields down; Rupee closes 332/335,3/20/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rupee closed at stronger at 332/335 against the US dollar,Sri Lanka bond yields down; Rupee closes 332/335 Rupee closed at stronger at 332/335 against the US dollar,negative,-0.9937644
"Sri Lanka gets Malaysian nod for 10,000 security guard jobs",3/20/2023,Economic Crisis,"""We are working towards achieving the target of earning one billion dollars as monthly foreign remittance""","Sri Lanka gets Malaysian nod for 10,000 security guard jobs ""We are working towards achieving the target of earning one billion dollars as monthly foreign remittance""",negative,-0.852238655
Sri Lanka President decides against controversial cop,3/20/2023,Political News,The Bar Association in a letter to Wickremesinghe last week urged him not to appoint any officer facing charges,Sri Lanka President decides against controversial cop The Bar Association in a letter to Wickremesinghe last week urged him not to appoint any officer facing charges,negative,-0.959084094
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices edge up,3/20/2023,Agriculture,"The auction offered 574,807 coconuts and 416,815 nuts were sold.","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices edge up The auction offered 574,807 coconuts and 416,815 nuts were sold.",negative,-0.544186175
Sri Lanka rupee stronger at Rs330/338 to US dollar,3/20/2023,Bonds & Forex,Trades were done as strong as 334 to the US dollar,Sri Lanka rupee stronger at Rs330/338 to US dollar Trades were done as strong as 334 to the US dollar,negative,-0.876738191
Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge up on wait and see approach,3/20/2023,Markets,"ASPI edged up 0.67 percent or 64.34 points to 9,734.76","Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge up on wait and see approach ASPI edged up 0.67 percent or 64.34 points to 9,734.76",negative,-0.986227214
Sri Lanka to set up infant receiving counters for unwanted new-borns,3/20/2023,Economy,"8,000 complaints or around 500-600 a month. Most of the complaints relate to child harassment. Rape is a close second.","Sri Lanka to set up infant receiving counters for unwanted new-borns 8,000 complaints or around 500-600 a month. Most of the complaints relate to child harassment. Rape is a close second.",negative,-0.995892406
Major central banks to provide dollar swap lines in Panic of 2023,3/20/2023,Economy,"Central banks of England, Canada, Japan, Europe and Switzerland to provide dollar swap lines","Major central banks to provide dollar swap lines in Panic of 2023 Central banks of England, Canada, Japan, Europe and Switzerland to provide dollar swap lines",negative,-0.979871452
"1,000 tonne crane unloaded at Sri Lanka's China backed port",3/19/2023,Uncategorized,"he equipment by road in two days to Mannar for assembly, where the wind turbines are being erected.","1,000 tonne crane unloaded at Sri Lanka's China backed port he equipment by road in two days to Mannar for assembly, where the wind turbines are being erected.",negative,-0.970401645
Sri Lanka coal plant breaks down ahead of scheduled maintenance,3/19/2023,Energy,Currently the highest percentage of the power to the main grid is being generated by the coal power plant.,Sri Lanka coal plant breaks down ahead of scheduled maintenance Currently the highest percentage of the power to the main grid is being generated by the coal power plant.,negative,-0.902616024
"Sri Lanka high low grown teas gain, mid growns ease",3/19/2023,Uncategorized,"""There was improved demand particularly as the sale progressed,"" Forbes and Walker said.","Sri Lanka high low grown teas gain, mid growns ease ""There was improved demand particularly as the sale progressed,"" Forbes and Walker said.",positive,0.994615138
Sri Lanka China Business Council office bearers elected,3/19/2023,Other News,China Business Council operates under the aegis of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce,Sri Lanka China Business Council office bearers elected China Business Council operates under the aegis of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce,positive,0.981885254
Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank opens Indian rupee Nostro account in Mumbai,3/19/2023,Economy,India and Sri Lanka can avoid using US dollars,Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank opens Indian rupee Nostro account in Mumbai India and Sri Lanka can avoid using US dollars,negative,-0.985620618
Sri Lanka tea exports down 12.2-pct in February 2023,3/19/2023,Tea,Higher levels of weeds discouraged pluckers from going into the bushes,Sri Lanka tea exports down 12.2-pct in February 2023 Higher levels of weeds discouraged pluckers from going into the bushes,negative,-0.997586846
IMF changes credit policy for war-torn countries amid Ukraine war,3/19/2023,Economy, Capacity-to-repay assurances from official bilateral creditors/donors ,IMF changes credit policy for war-torn countries amid Ukraine war  Capacity-to-repay assurances from official bilateral creditors/donors ,positive,0.824616194
Sri Lanka to maintain -3 pct growth in 2023 but recovery likely next year: official,3/18/2023,Economy,Siyambalapitiya told reporters on Saturday March 18 that Sri Lanka can expect a “positive economy” in 2024.,Sri Lanka to maintain -3 pct growth in 2023 but recovery likely next year: official Siyambalapitiya told reporters on Saturday March 18 that Sri Lanka can expect a “positive economy” in 2024.,positive,0.944678724
Sri Lanka sees Rs18.6 trillion transacted on Lanka Pay,3/18/2023,Economic Crisis,Lanka Pay Innovation Awards on March 21 ,Sri Lanka sees Rs18.6 trillion transacted on Lanka Pay Lanka Pay Innovation Awards on March 21 ,negative,-0.633998394
British Bar Council calls on Sri Lanka rulers to respect judicial independence,3/18/2023,Legal,Hope that authorities ... reconsider most carefully the appropriateness of questioning Supreme Court Judges,British Bar Council calls on Sri Lanka rulers to respect judicial independence Hope that authorities ... reconsider most carefully the appropriateness of questioning Supreme Court Judges,positive,0.644154727
Sri Lanka bond yields steady; Rupee closes 337/345,3/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,IMF executive board is scheduled to review a loan proposal on March 20,Sri Lanka bond yields steady; Rupee closes 337/345 IMF executive board is scheduled to review a loan proposal on March 20,positive,0.798085213
Sri Lanka to give Rs 1.1 mn interest-free loan to students who don't enter state university,3/17/2023,Economy,"President Ranil Wickremesinghe had advised that the loan be provided to 5,000 students, Siyambalapitiya said.","Sri Lanka to give Rs 1.1 mn interest-free loan to students who don't enter state university President Ranil Wickremesinghe had advised that the loan be provided to 5,000 students, Siyambalapitiya said.",negative,-0.916993201
Sri Lanka unions agitating against IMF-backed reforms to meet president's secretary,3/17/2023,Economy,The discussion had been scheduled for March 21 but had been brought forward.,Sri Lanka unions agitating against IMF-backed reforms to meet president's secretary The discussion had been scheduled for March 21 but had been brought forward.,negative,-0.899821937
"Sri Lanka forex market activity down, spot dollar quoted wide",3/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,"The rupee closed around 337/344 to the US dollar Thursday, with activity also down","Sri Lanka forex market activity down, spot dollar quoted wide The rupee closed around 337/344 to the US dollar Thursday, with activity also down",negative,-0.999678254
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,3/17/2023,Markets,"Top gainers were Lanka IOC, Hayleys and Commercial Bank.","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade Top gainers were Lanka IOC, Hayleys and Commercial Bank.",positive,0.985833824
Sri Lanka bond yields down at open,3/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bond yields were down at open on Friday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka bond yields down at open Sri Lanka’s bond yields were down at open on Friday, dealers said.",negative,-0.998271823
Sri Lanka central government debt rises to 115.2-pct of GDP by end 2022: analysis,3/17/2023,Economy,"With central bank and SOE guaranteed loans, the debt to GDP ratio 125.7-pct","Sri Lanka central government debt rises to 115.2-pct of GDP by end 2022: analysis With central bank and SOE guaranteed loans, the debt to GDP ratio 125.7-pct",negative,-0.828884602
Sri Lanka's draft money monetary law can be revised before passage: CB Governor,3/17/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka draft monetary law has run into controversy in several quarters,Sri Lanka's draft money monetary law can be revised before passage: CB Governor Sri Lanka draft monetary law has run into controversy in several quarters,negative,-0.996286511
"Sri Lanka UDA to take back Krrish, Destiny, non-operational buildings in lands it owns",3/16/2023,Construction and Real Estate,The valuation of the two buildings is yet to be done.,"Sri Lanka UDA to take back Krrish, Destiny, non-operational buildings in lands it owns The valuation of the two buildings is yet to be done.",negative,-0.994573176
Sri Lanka still has no intention of laying off public sector employees – state finmin,3/16/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka has one state sector employee for every 16 people,Sri Lanka still has no intention of laying off public sector employees – state finmin Sri Lanka has one state sector employee for every 16 people,negative,-0.994004667
Sri Lanka stocks edge up in lackluster trade; banks down after rally on expected IMF approval,3/16/2023,Markets,"(ASPI) closed up 0.09 percent, or 8.76 points, at 9,596.55, its highest since March 10.","Sri Lanka stocks edge up in lackluster trade; banks down after rally on expected IMF approval (ASPI) closed up 0.09 percent, or 8.76 points, at 9,596.55, its highest since March 10.",negative,-0.999273121
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 337/344 to the US dollar,3/16/2023,Bonds & Forex,Market has thinned out,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 337/344 to the US dollar Market has thinned out,negative,-0.99897337
Sri Lanka likely to see further beef price hike over lump disease in North,3/16/2023,Agriculture,The disease is also slightly spreading to other provinces in Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka likely to see further beef price hike over lump disease in North The disease is also slightly spreading to other provinces in Sri Lanka,negative,-0.984453261
Sri Lanka bond yields steady at close,3/16/2023,Bonds & Forex,"""No major change and the market was moderately active""","Sri Lanka bond yields steady at close ""No major change and the market was moderately active""",positive,0.98806262
"Sri Lanka's JAAF welcomes IMF progress, calls for reforms",3/16/2023,Economy,"Good governance, and a recognition of the democratic process is key","Sri Lanka's JAAF welcomes IMF progress, calls for reforms Good governance, and a recognition of the democratic process is key",positive,0.999218822
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,3/16/2023,Markets,"The most liquid index, S&P SL20 was up 0.84 percent or 23.52 points to 2,833.51. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade The most liquid index, S&P SL20 was up 0.84 percent or 23.52 points to 2,833.51. ",negative,-0.8694278
Sri Lanka's 'big match' fever is healing,3/16/2023,Op-ed/Special Reports,There’s nothing ‘mad’ about March,Sri Lanka's 'big match' fever is healing There’s nothing ‘mad’ about March,positive,0.984726667
Sri Lanka rupee at 340/345 to the US dollar,3/16/2023,Bonds & Forex,Business done at 340,Sri Lanka rupee at 340/345 to the US dollar Business done at 340,negative,-0.939201713
Sri Lanka bond yields steady at open,3/16/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at open on Thursday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka bond yields steady at open Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at open on Thursday, dealers said.",positive,0.996597469
Sri Lanka GDP shrinks 7.8-pct in 2022 after output gap targeting,3/16/2023,Economy,"In the fourth quarter of 2023, the economy shrank 11.2 percent","Sri Lanka GDP shrinks 7.8-pct in 2022 after output gap targeting In the fourth quarter of 2023, the economy shrank 11.2 percent",negative,-0.999060214
INTERVIEW - Sri Lanka likely to see over $7 bln in four years after IMF deal – minister,3/15/2023,Debt Restructuring,Sri Lanka's economic crisis turned into a political crisis last year and ousted its leader and government.,INTERVIEW - Sri Lanka likely to see over $7 bln in four years after IMF deal – minister Sri Lanka's economic crisis turned into a political crisis last year and ousted its leader and government.,negative,-0.997264028
Sri Lanka shares rise on positive sentiments of IMF loan approval in the coming weeks,3/15/2023,Markets,"(ASPI) closed up 0.63 percent, or 59.66 points, at 9,550.70.","Sri Lanka shares rise on positive sentiments of IMF loan approval in the coming weeks (ASPI) closed up 0.63 percent, or 59.66 points, at 9,550.70.",positive,0.736981034
Sri Lanka rupee offered at 339 to dollar at close,3/15/2023,Bonds & Forex,Business was done around 338 to the US dollar dealers said.,Sri Lanka rupee offered at 339 to dollar at close Business was done around 338 to the US dollar dealers said.,negative,-0.991124332
Sri Lanka Treasury bill auction yields plunge after CB dollar purchases,3/15/2023,Bonds & Forex,The 3-month yield fell to 27.94 percent from 28.75 a week earlier,Sri Lanka Treasury bill auction yields plunge after CB dollar purchases The 3-month yield fell to 27.94 percent from 28.75 a week earlier,negative,-0.998217642
"Sri Lanka trade unions call off ""strange"" anti-tax protest after PMD claims failure",3/15/2023,Economy,Over 40 Sri Lankan state-sector trade unions started protest against personal income tax rate hike,"Sri Lanka trade unions call off ""strange"" anti-tax protest after PMD claims failure Over 40 Sri Lankan state-sector trade unions started protest against personal income tax rate hike",negative,-0.995548129
Sri Lanka promoting MICE tourism to meet 12-pct of 2023 target,3/15/2023,Economy,"Targeting South Asia, Middle East and Europe","Sri Lanka promoting MICE tourism to meet 12-pct of 2023 target Targeting South Asia, Middle East and Europe",positive,0.91425854
Sri Lanka rupee at 337/340 to US dollar,3/15/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Rupee opens wide, trades around 337 to the US dollar","Sri Lanka rupee at 337/340 to US dollar Rupee opens wide, trades around 337 to the US dollar",negative,-0.732053816
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,3/15/2023,Markets,The market generated a revenue of 1.1 billion rupees during 1200 hours. ,Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade The market generated a revenue of 1.1 billion rupees during 1200 hours. ,positive,0.983306468
Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-day trade,3/15/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Treasury bills worth of120,000 million rupees were issued at an auction on Wednesday.","Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-day trade Treasury bills worth of120,000 million rupees were issued at an auction on Wednesday.",positive,0.963825524
Eran warns against creating conflict between Sri Lanka parliament and judiciary,3/15/2023,Political News,Calls on friendly countries to look beyond individuals and geopolitical pressures,Eran warns against creating conflict between Sri Lanka parliament and judiciary Calls on friendly countries to look beyond individuals and geopolitical pressures,positive,0.96338594
Sri Lanka calls on bilaterals to work among themselves to re-structure debt,3/14/2023,Economy,President promises not to do side deals with individual creditors,Sri Lanka calls on bilaterals to work among themselves to re-structure debt President promises not to do side deals with individual creditors,negative,-0.931500554
Sri Lanka central bank officers concerned over controversial draft monetary law,3/14/2023,Economy,Govenor to serve in perpetuity?,Sri Lanka central bank officers concerned over controversial draft monetary law Govenor to serve in perpetuity?,negative,-0.990648448
Sri Lanka's shares recover from two-day low as IMF loan facility discussions near end,3/14/2023,Markets,"(ASPI) closed up 0.63 percent, or 59.66 points, at 9,550.70. ","Sri Lanka's shares recover from two-day low as IMF loan facility discussions near end (ASPI) closed up 0.63 percent, or 59.66 points, at 9,550.70. ",negative,-0.99641645
Sri Lanka rupee closes down at 336/341 to the US dollar,3/14/2023,Bonds & Forex,Banks that oversold dollars can now make profits,Sri Lanka rupee closes down at 336/341 to the US dollar Banks that oversold dollars can now make profits,negative,-0.998238444
Sri Lanka central bank staff to join IMF progressive tax protests,3/14/2023,Economy,"EPF, cash counters and regional offices may be disrupted  ","Sri Lanka central bank staff to join IMF progressive tax protests EPF, cash counters and regional offices may be disrupted  ",negative,-0.999269068
Sri Lanka bond yields close steady ahead of t-bill auction,3/14/2023,Bonds & Forex,"120,000 million rupees worth of treasury bills will be issued at an auction on Wednesday.","Sri Lanka bond yields close steady ahead of t-bill auction 120,000 million rupees worth of treasury bills will be issued at an auction on Wednesday.",positive,0.99814558
Sri Lanka to pilot two floating solar power plants with Korea support,3/14/2023,Energy,The project will be piloted with a 6.83bn won grant,Sri Lanka to pilot two floating solar power plants with Korea support The project will be piloted with a 6.83bn won grant,positive,0.995386183
Sri Lanka's JVP will not support sustained strike beyond Mar 15: Lal Kantha,3/14/2023,Economy,Trade unions in Sri Lanka have threatened to cripple the economy if the government does not reverse a number of reforms.,Sri Lanka's JVP will not support sustained strike beyond Mar 15: Lal Kantha Trade unions in Sri Lanka have threatened to cripple the economy if the government does not reverse a number of reforms.,negative,-0.997882903
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day,3/14/2023,Markets,"Top gainers during mid day trade were HNB, Sampath Bank and NDB. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day Top gainers during mid day trade were HNB, Sampath Bank and NDB. ",positive,0.96177417
Sri Lanka rupee opens 325/330 to the US dollar,3/14/2023,Bonds & Forex,Quoted around 329/330 in late morning trade,Sri Lanka rupee opens 325/330 to the US dollar Quoted around 329/330 in late morning trade,negative,-0.985142291
Sri Lanka looking at state hospitals for private medical students' clinical training,3/14/2023,Education,The expert committtee tasked with picking state-run hospitals that can function as teaching hospitals for students.,Sri Lanka looking at state hospitals for private medical students' clinical training The expert committtee tasked with picking state-run hospitals that can function as teaching hospitals for students.,negative,-0.966856539
Sri Lanka bond yields up in mid-day trade,3/14/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bond yields were up at mid-day trade on Tuesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka bond yields up in mid-day trade Sri Lanka’s bond yields were up at mid-day trade on Tuesday, dealers said.",negative,-0.943181455
Sri Lanka bank foreign exchange spreads almost double in ad hoc peg: analysis,3/14/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Spreads widen in volatility, but fx spreads have been high since the spot market was buckled and controlled","Sri Lanka bank foreign exchange spreads almost double in ad hoc peg: analysis Spreads widen in volatility, but fx spreads have been high since the spot market was buckled and controlled",negative,-0.934132814
Sri Lanka coconut exporters see silver line after US rights body criticizes Thailand's monkey labour,3/14/2023,Agriculture,Sri Lanka still uses human labour to pluck coconut,Sri Lanka coconut exporters see silver line after US rights body criticizes Thailand's monkey labour Sri Lanka still uses human labour to pluck coconut,negative,-0.958499372
China's Sinopec eyes refinery investment in Sri Lanka amid rising geopolitical concerns,3/13/2023,Energy,Sri Lanka has urged India to develop the energy hub of South Asia in Eastern Trincomalee.,China's Sinopec eyes refinery investment in Sri Lanka amid rising geopolitical concerns Sri Lanka has urged India to develop the energy hub of South Asia in Eastern Trincomalee.,positive,0.99631834
Sri Lanka bond yields steady at close,3/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at close on Monday as following a bond auction, dealers said.","Sri Lanka bond yields steady at close Sri Lanka’s bond yields were steady at close on Monday as following a bond auction, dealers said.",positive,0.77261287
Sri Lanka shares dip as banking and financial sectors face profit-taking,3/13/2023,Markets,"""Banking sector saw the highest profit-taking, which pushed the index down,"" an analyst said. ","Sri Lanka shares dip as banking and financial sectors face profit-taking ""Banking sector saw the highest profit-taking, which pushed the index down,"" an analyst said. ",negative,-0.996400714
Sri Lanka rupee closes down at 320/328 to US dollar,3/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,In late trading the rupee was quoted around 327/330 to the US dollar,Sri Lanka rupee closes down at 320/328 to US dollar In late trading the rupee was quoted around 327/330 to the US dollar,negative,-0.99690491
Sri Lanka debt office raises 110.4 bn via bond auction,3/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,All 110 billion rupees of 01 May 2027 bonds were sold at 28.11 percent.,Sri Lanka debt office raises 110.4 bn via bond auction All 110 billion rupees of 01 May 2027 bonds were sold at 28.11 percent.,negative,-0.829564691
Sri Lanka exports will be hit after freight surcharge gazette removed: shippers,3/13/2023,Logistics,.,Sri Lanka exports will be hit after freight surcharge gazette removed: shippers .,negative,-0.959910512
Sri Lanka unions threaten to cripple economy against IMF-backed reforms,3/13/2023,Economy,"“If the government still doesn’t get it, at midnight on March 14 all trains will stop, as will power supply.""","Sri Lanka unions threaten to cripple economy against IMF-backed reforms “If the government still doesn’t get it, at midnight on March 14 all trains will stop, as will power supply.""",negative,-0.993583024
Sri Lanka legislator Aluthgamage's 'travel ban' a data error,3/13/2023,Political News,Aluthgamage was later quoted as saying that he will take legal actions against the department. ,Sri Lanka legislator Aluthgamage's 'travel ban' a data error Aluthgamage was later quoted as saying that he will take legal actions against the department. ,negative,-0.998464227
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 2.6-pct,3/13/2023,Agriculture,"The auction offered 876,948 coconuts and 658,494 nuts were sold.","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 2.6-pct The auction offered 876,948 coconuts and 658,494 nuts were sold.",negative,-0.995495439
Sri Lanka' shares down in mid day trade,3/13/2023,Markets,"""Market went up from 8,900 to 9,700 solely on the IMF being finalized, with this the market is bound to come down."" ","Sri Lanka' shares down in mid day trade ""Market went up from 8,900 to 9,700 solely on the IMF being finalized, with this the market is bound to come down."" ",negative,-0.99972564
Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-day trade,3/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Market is waiting for the results of the bond auction, a dealer said.","Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-day trade Market is waiting for the results of the bond auction, a dealer said.",negative,-0.958055973
Sri Lanka rupee at 318/323 against spot dollar,3/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,.,Sri Lanka rupee at 318/323 against spot dollar .,negative,-0.935122609
"Sri Lanka private de-leveraging hit new record in Jan 2023, driving BOP surplus",3/13/2023,Banking,Private credit fall comes amid falling inflation and de-leveraging,"Sri Lanka private de-leveraging hit new record in Jan 2023, driving BOP surplus Private credit fall comes amid falling inflation and de-leveraging",negative,-0.99621141
US reassures depositors as bad money trigger bank failures,3/13/2023,Economy,"FDIC takes over Signature Bank, after SVB Failure","US reassures depositors as bad money trigger bank failures FDIC takes over Signature Bank, after SVB Failure",negative,-0.991162419
Sri Lanka starts new beach clean-up after X-Press Pearl disaster,3/12/2023,Accident,The cleaning program was initiated at Crow Island beach in Mattakkuliya.,Sri Lanka starts new beach clean-up after X-Press Pearl disaster The cleaning program was initiated at Crow Island beach in Mattakkuliya.,positive,0.537643015
14 Sri Lanka firms pledge to increase female board representation to 20-pct,3/12/2023,Economy,14 companies signed onto a commitment to boost female representation at the board level and in management to 20% by 2025,14 Sri Lanka firms pledge to increase female board representation to 20-pct 14 companies signed onto a commitment to boost female representation at the board level and in management to 20% by 2025,positive,0.977111399
"China Merchants, Sinopec teams seeking Sri Lanka investments: embassy",3/12/2023,Energy,CM Ports is already running Hambantota Port,"China Merchants, Sinopec teams seeking Sri Lanka investments: embassy CM Ports is already running Hambantota Port",negative,-0.986025989
Sri Lanka school textbooks printed with India credit line after monetary instability,3/12/2023,Economy,This is being used to print 45 percent of textbooks required by 4 million young students,Sri Lanka school textbooks printed with India credit line after monetary instability This is being used to print 45 percent of textbooks required by 4 million young students,negative,-0.997595012
Sri Lanka rupee appreciation drives Ceylon Tea prices down,3/12/2023,Agriculture,"Prices of all High, Medium and Low Growns saw a fall during the auction.","Sri Lanka rupee appreciation drives Ceylon Tea prices down Prices of all High, Medium and Low Growns saw a fall during the auction.",negative,-0.999435008
"Sri Lanka import control lifting requires examination, minister says despite deflationary policy",3/12/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka slapped import controls in 2020 as the central bank printed money,"Sri Lanka import control lifting requires examination, minister says despite deflationary policy Sri Lanka slapped import controls in 2020 as the central bank printed money",negative,-0.981650293
Sri Lanka not ready for elections yet: State Minister Diana Gamage,3/11/2023,Politics,“MPs who voted against the budget are now asking us to release money allocated for an election. Is that fair?” she s...,Sri Lanka not ready for elections yet: State Minister Diana Gamage “MPs who voted against the budget are now asking us to release money allocated for an election. Is that fair?” she s...,negative,-0.997751296
"Sri Lanka police denies firing expired teargas, claims it wouldn't work anyway",3/11/2023,Human Rights,Thalduwa further claimed that Sri Lanka Police uses teargas produced by internationally recognised companies.,"Sri Lanka police denies firing expired teargas, claims it wouldn't work anyway Thalduwa further claimed that Sri Lanka Police uses teargas produced by internationally recognised companies.",negative,-0.992070973
"Sri Lanka holds talks on CEB restructure; ADB, WB, USAID, JICA discuss assistance",3/11/2023,Economy,"A roadmap and timeline will be submitted to the cabinet of ministers on the matter, said Wijesekara.","Sri Lanka holds talks on CEB restructure; ADB, WB, USAID, JICA discuss assistance A roadmap and timeline will be submitted to the cabinet of ministers on the matter, said Wijesekara.",positive,0.988130093
Sri Lanka remittances up 98-pct in Feb 2023 in peg credibility: analysis,3/11/2023,Economy,In January there was a BOP surplus of US$211mn,Sri Lanka remittances up 98-pct in Feb 2023 in peg credibility: analysis In January there was a BOP surplus of US$211mn,negative,-0.991325438
US banks shut amid Sri Lanka style mark-to-market losses after Powell inflationism,3/11/2023,Banking,Silvergate Bank had exposure to crypto assets that bubbled during Fed money printing,US banks shut amid Sri Lanka style mark-to-market losses after Powell inflationism Silvergate Bank had exposure to crypto assets that bubbled during Fed money printing,negative,-0.999410272
"Sri Lanka power regulator chief sues colleagues, state-run CEB against tariff hike",3/10/2023,Energy,"The CEB move has mainly burdened lower unit consuming users, the official CEB data showed. ","Sri Lanka power regulator chief sues colleagues, state-run CEB against tariff hike The CEB move has mainly burdened lower unit consuming users, the official CEB data showed. ",negative,-0.996720612
"Sri Lanka power, energy unions accept pay hike minus bonuses, benefits: minister",3/10/2023,Economy,"""I have instructed Secretary to the Min of Power & Energy to commence the process to terminate them,"" he said.","Sri Lanka power, energy unions accept pay hike minus bonuses, benefits: minister ""I have instructed Secretary to the Min of Power & Energy to commence the process to terminate them,"" he said.",negative,-0.992893636
Sri Lanka shares slip on profit taking in Banking and financial sectors,3/10/2023,Markets,"(ASPI) closed down 0.99 percent, or 96.52 points, at 9,606.96.","Sri Lanka shares slip on profit taking in Banking and financial sectors (ASPI) closed down 0.99 percent, or 96.52 points, at 9,606.96.",negative,-0.99918884
Sri Lanka bond yields up at close on Friday,3/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,"A 180,000 million treasury bonds auction is due on March 13","Sri Lanka bond yields up at close on Friday A 180,000 million treasury bonds auction is due on March 13",positive,0.650253475
"Sri Lanka rupee at 322/323 to US dollar, kerb Rs313/316",3/10/2023,Economy,"There were quotes around 317/325, 318/326 in the market in afternoon trade","Sri Lanka rupee at 322/323 to US dollar, kerb Rs313/316 There were quotes around 317/325, 318/326 in the market in afternoon trade",negative,-0.990598977
Sri Lanka post-default rating linked to IMF debt reduction path: Fitch,3/10/2023,Economy,A longer path to debt re-structuring may delay upgrades,Sri Lanka post-default rating linked to IMF debt reduction path: Fitch A longer path to debt re-structuring may delay upgrades,negative,-0.99871707
Sri Lanka's state-run CPC records significant reduction in fuel sales: minister,3/10/2023,Economy,"Records show a reduction of about 50 percent in auto diesel, about 30 pertol in petrol, and about 70 percent in kerosene","Sri Lanka's state-run CPC records significant reduction in fuel sales: minister Records show a reduction of about 50 percent in auto diesel, about 30 pertol in petrol, and about 70 percent in kerosene",negative,-0.947425306
Sri Lanka central bank buys US$500mn since surrender rule ended,3/10/2023,Economy,About a billion US dollars in gross purchases since January,Sri Lanka central bank buys US$500mn since surrender rule ended About a billion US dollars in gross purchases since January,negative,-0.973087311
Sri Lanka state university lecturers still on strike against IMF-backed tax hike,3/10/2023,Economy,The strike will continue till March 15.,Sri Lanka state university lecturers still on strike against IMF-backed tax hike The strike will continue till March 15.,negative,-0.743010879
Sri Lanka mid day shares edge down on profit taking after gaining rally,3/10/2023,Markets,The Market generated a revenue of 1.5 billion rupees within 1130 hours.,Sri Lanka mid day shares edge down on profit taking after gaining rally The Market generated a revenue of 1.5 billion rupees within 1130 hours.,negative,-0.983350813
"Sri Lanka minister signals reduction in fuel, electricity prices ",3/10/2023,Energy,People have started street protests against high electricity tariff,"Sri Lanka minister signals reduction in fuel, electricity prices  People have started street protests against high electricity tariff",negative,-0.96759963
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 315/325 to US dollar,3/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,The spot US dollar was offered at 319 and 318 in late morning trade.,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 315/325 to US dollar The spot US dollar was offered at 319 and 318 in late morning trade.,negative,-0.963092983
Sri Lanka rupee started to appreciate after surrender rule relaxed: CB official,3/10/2023,Economy,The surender rule was slashed and completely relaxed,Sri Lanka rupee started to appreciate after surrender rule relaxed: CB official The surender rule was slashed and completely relaxed,positive,0.998402774
Sri Lanka bond yields open steady,3/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Issue of 180,000 million rupees Treasury Bonds is scheduled on March 13","Sri Lanka bond yields open steady Issue of 180,000 million rupees Treasury Bonds is scheduled on March 13",positive,0.983817935
Japan gives US$6.6mn in food grants after monetary instability,3/10/2023,Economy,This support is being used to provide essential food and nutrition to communities across the nation,Japan gives US$6.6mn in food grants after monetary instability This support is being used to provide essential food and nutrition to communities across the nation,negative,-0.918234348
"Sri Lanka cultivates Australian 'Hass' to boost exports, dollar revenue  ",3/9/2023,Agriculture,Sri Lanka has been desprately looking to boost dollar inflows through exports ,"Sri Lanka cultivates Australian 'Hass' to boost exports, dollar revenue   Sri Lanka has been desprately looking to boost dollar inflows through exports ",positive,0.969965756
Sri Lankan shares close at 3-month high amid positive macroeconomic outlook,3/9/2023,Markets,"ASPI closed up 0.58 percent, or 55.62 points higher, at 9,703.48. ","Sri Lankan shares close at 3-month high amid positive macroeconomic outlook ASPI closed up 0.58 percent, or 55.62 points higher, at 9,703.48. ",positive,0.753094435
"Sri Lanka bond yields close higher, rupee at 320/325 to dollar",3/9/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Issue of 180,000 million rupees Treasury Bonds is scheduled on March 13","Sri Lanka bond yields close higher, rupee at 320/325 to dollar Issue of 180,000 million rupees Treasury Bonds is scheduled on March 13",positive,0.672819674
"Sri Lanka anti-tax protests: Unions threaten to turn ""main switch"" off on Mar 15",3/9/2023,Economy,"""Don't blame our doctors, our banks, our port. The government must take responsibility,"" said Illangasinghe.","Sri Lanka anti-tax protests: Unions threaten to turn ""main switch"" off on Mar 15 ""Don't blame our doctors, our banks, our port. The government must take responsibility,"" said Illangasinghe.",negative,-0.992109716
Colombo Dockyard reports 332.1 million rupee profit in Dec-2022,3/9/2023,Business,"Revenue on shipbuilding, repairing and heavy engineering segments grew during 2022. ","Colombo Dockyard reports 332.1 million rupee profit in Dec-2022 Revenue on shipbuilding, repairing and heavy engineering segments grew during 2022. ",positive,0.980949938
Sri Lanka CB aggressive dollar buying prevented sharp rupee appreciation - dealers,3/9/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rupee has strengthened around 15% in the last four sessions. ,Sri Lanka CB aggressive dollar buying prevented sharp rupee appreciation - dealers Rupee has strengthened around 15% in the last four sessions. ,negative,-0.955174744
Sri Lanka rupee opens 312/318 to the US dollar,3/9/2023,Bonds & Forex,Business was done as strong as 315 to the US dollar,Sri Lanka rupee opens 312/318 to the US dollar Business was done as strong as 315 to the US dollar,positive,0.910659373
Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge up,3/9/2023,Markets,Turnover was focused on big cap counters based on retail indexes. ,Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge up Turnover was focused on big cap counters based on retail indexes. ,negative,-0.956980288
Sri Lanka to target nine markets in focused tourism campaigns,3/9/2023,Tourism,"In February, Sri Lanka welcomed 107,639 visitors","Sri Lanka to target nine markets in focused tourism campaigns In February, Sri Lanka welcomed 107,639 visitors",positive,0.999219418
Sri Lanka bond yields up in mid-morning trade,3/9/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Issue of 180,000 million rupees Treasury Bonds is scheduled on March 13","Sri Lanka bond yields up in mid-morning trade Issue of 180,000 million rupees Treasury Bonds is scheduled on March 13",negative,-0.819751561
Sri Lanka tables controversial draft monetary law with multiple anchors,3/9/2023,Bellwether,The new law appears to have brought back policy conflicts dropped in a previous amendment ,Sri Lanka tables controversial draft monetary law with multiple anchors The new law appears to have brought back policy conflicts dropped in a previous amendment ,negative,-0.978574872
Low female participation in Sri Lanka's ICT sector calls for action - IPS,3/8/2023,Business,Females holding only 34 percent of the jobs in the sector,Low female participation in Sri Lanka's ICT sector calls for action - IPS Females holding only 34 percent of the jobs in the sector,negative,-0.999304414
"Sri Lanka bond yields down, rupee stronger",3/8/2023,Bonds & Forex,Bonds closed down following a bill auction on Wednesday,"Sri Lanka bond yields down, rupee stronger Bonds closed down following a bill auction on Wednesday",negative,-0.998522937
Sri Lanka shares gain for 6th straight session on positive macroeconomic sentiments,3/8/2023,Markets,Market slowed down by the end of the day as some profit taking coming in mainly in banking sector,Sri Lanka shares gain for 6th straight session on positive macroeconomic sentiments Market slowed down by the end of the day as some profit taking coming in mainly in banking sector,negative,-0.987893403
Sri Lanka Treasuries auction yields fall across maturities,3/8/2023,Bonds & Forex,Yields across maturities fell,Sri Lanka Treasuries auction yields fall across maturities Yields across maturities fell,negative,-0.998263657
Recognise Sri Lankan women's contributions including unpaid house work: Diana,3/8/2023,Gender Issues,The outspoken MP also highlighted harassment aimed at herself and other female colleagues in parliament.,Recognise Sri Lankan women's contributions including unpaid house work: Diana The outspoken MP also highlighted harassment aimed at herself and other female colleagues in parliament.,positive,0.959456384
"Ahead of IMF approval, Sri Lanka govt promises anti-corruption bill",3/8/2023,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka saw massive protests including against corruption last year ,"Ahead of IMF approval, Sri Lanka govt promises anti-corruption bill Sri Lanka saw massive protests including against corruption last year ",negative,-0.578495324
"Seventeen ships turned back after Colombo Port anti-tax protests, claims minister",3/8/2023,Economy,"""The result of the protests will be the strengthening of those ports and the collapse of ours,"" he said","Seventeen ships turned back after Colombo Port anti-tax protests, claims minister ""The result of the protests will be the strengthening of those ports and the collapse of ours,"" he said",negative,-0.992218971
Sri Lanka to set up financial sector crisis committee,3/8/2023,Banking,Changes are also planned to a Banking (Special Provisions) Act,Sri Lanka to set up financial sector crisis committee Changes are also planned to a Banking (Special Provisions) Act,negative,-0.96527195
"Sri Lanka must emulate New Zealand, Scotland in combating period poverty: Sajith",3/8/2023,Economy,‘Period poverty’ refers to difficulties faced by low-income women and girls in accessing menstrual products.,"Sri Lanka must emulate New Zealand, Scotland in combating period poverty: Sajith ‘Period poverty’ refers to difficulties faced by low-income women and girls in accessing menstrual products.",negative,-0.667814195
Sri Lanka's shares edge up on continued IMF confidence,3/8/2023,Markets,Significant interest in banking and financial sector was seen as there are potential conclusions towards IMF. ,Sri Lanka's shares edge up on continued IMF confidence Significant interest in banking and financial sector was seen as there are potential conclusions towards IMF. ,positive,0.968292356
Sri Lanka bond yields down in mid-day trade,3/8/2023,Bonds & Forex,"""We hope to see a positive result, with investors actively participating in the bill auction""","Sri Lanka bond yields down in mid-day trade ""We hope to see a positive result, with investors actively participating in the bill auction""",negative,-0.878358722
"Sri Lanka forex reserves rise to US$2,217",3/8/2023,Economy,CB still buying dollars,"Sri Lanka forex reserves rise to US$2,217 CB still buying dollars",negative,-0.938242257
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 313/323 to the US dollar,3/8/2023,Economy,Rupee is appreciating amid negative private credit ,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 313/323 to the US dollar Rupee is appreciating amid negative private credit ,negative,-0.985086799
"Sri Lanka, India in talks on using Indian rupees to settle transactions: foreign minister",3/8/2023,Economy,"""We're grateful for what India has done; and we see India rising and we want to rise together,"" he said.","Sri Lanka, India in talks on using Indian rupees to settle transactions: foreign minister ""We're grateful for what India has done; and we see India rising and we want to rise together,"" he said.",positive,0.999367535
Sri Lanka President wants more women participating in decision making,3/8/2023,Gender Issues,"The need to appoint an Ombudswoman has also been recognised, he said.","Sri Lanka President wants more women participating in decision making The need to appoint an Ombudswoman has also been recognised, he said.",positive,0.998674512
Sri Lanka bakers mull cutting bread price to Rs100 amid tight money,3/8/2023,Economy,Hoping to boost demand,Sri Lanka bakers mull cutting bread price to Rs100 amid tight money Hoping to boost demand,negative,-0.998349905
US welcomes Sri Lanka's bilateral creditors' financing assurances ahead of IMF deal,3/8/2023,Economy,Chung said she was pleased to see the assurances provided by a majority of bilateral creditors.,US welcomes Sri Lanka's bilateral creditors' financing assurances ahead of IMF deal Chung said she was pleased to see the assurances provided by a majority of bilateral creditors.,positive,0.999698043
"IMF welcomes Sri Lanka progress in policy actions, obtaining creditor assurances",3/7/2023,Economy,"""The Extended Fund Facility (EFF) will support the authorities’ program of ambitious reforms.""","IMF welcomes Sri Lanka progress in policy actions, obtaining creditor assurances ""The Extended Fund Facility (EFF) will support the authorities’ program of ambitious reforms.""",positive,0.999325871
Sri Lanka EFF goes to IMF Executive Board on March 20,3/7/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka has now received financing assurances from all major bilateral creditors,Sri Lanka EFF goes to IMF Executive Board on March 20 Sri Lanka has now received financing assurances from all major bilateral creditors,positive,0.941928089
Sri Lanka health technicians on sick note campaign,3/7/2023,General Services,"""We expect more than 100,000 workers to join with us.""","Sri Lanka health technicians on sick note campaign ""We expect more than 100,000 workers to join with us.""",negative,-0.996182024
Sri Lanka stocks jump to over 3-month high on IMF deal hope after Chinese assurance,3/7/2023,Markets,Significant interest in banking and financial sector was seen ,Sri Lanka stocks jump to over 3-month high on IMF deal hope after Chinese assurance Significant interest in banking and financial sector was seen ,positive,0.962322414
"Sri Lanka eyes $4.5 bln from profitable, loss-making state asset divestment ",3/7/2023,Debt Restructuring,Sri Lanka govt is desperate for foreign inflows ,"Sri Lanka eyes $4.5 bln from profitable, loss-making state asset divestment  Sri Lanka govt is desperate for foreign inflows ",negative,-0.991869211
"Sri Lanka to table IMF deal in parliament upon agreement, says president",3/7/2023,Economy,"“We expect Board Approval in the third or fourth week of March,” said Wickremesinghe.","Sri Lanka to table IMF deal in parliament upon agreement, says president “We expect Board Approval in the third or fourth week of March,” said Wickremesinghe.",negative,-0.907477021
Sri Lanka bond yields down at close,3/7/2023,Bonds & Forex,"""The market was highly active after the comments regarding IMF"" dealers said.","Sri Lanka bond yields down at close ""The market was highly active after the comments regarding IMF"" dealers said.",negative,-0.930280924
Sri Lanka election commission announces April 25 as suitable new election date,3/7/2023,Politics,"The statement attributed the delay in the local government polls to ""unexpected and unavoidable circumstances"".","Sri Lanka election commission announces April 25 as suitable new election date The statement attributed the delay in the local government polls to ""unexpected and unavoidable circumstances"".",negative,-0.978958905
"Sri Lanka gets 107,000 tourists in February 2023",3/7/2023,Tourism,"So far in the first week of March from 1-6 we 24,363 tourists have arrived.","Sri Lanka gets 107,000 tourists in February 2023 So far in the first week of March from 1-6 we 24,363 tourists have arrived.",positive,0.993198037
Grand Gain Industrial invests in Sri Lanka bra-cup plant,3/7/2023,Apparel,The facility has the capacity to produce 1.5 million bra cup pairs per month ,Grand Gain Industrial invests in Sri Lanka bra-cup plant The facility has the capacity to produce 1.5 million bra cup pairs per month ,positive,0.78403151
Sri Lanka's shares jump on President's remarks on IMF,3/7/2023,Markets,"“We expect Board Approval in the third or fourth week of March,” President Wickremesinghe said.","Sri Lanka's shares jump on President's remarks on IMF “We expect Board Approval in the third or fourth week of March,” President Wickremesinghe said.",negative,-0.850513101
Sri Lanka signs IMF Letter of Intent: President,3/7/2023,Economy,LOI signed last night,Sri Lanka signs IMF Letter of Intent: President LOI signed last night,negative,-0.848767161
Sri Lanka rupee opens 320/330 to the US dollar,3/7/2023,Bonds & Forex,Trades were done around 325 to 330 rupees,Sri Lanka rupee opens 320/330 to the US dollar Trades were done around 325 to 330 rupees,negative,-0.981728494
Sri Lanka bond yields down at open,3/7/2023,Bonds & Forex,The CBSL last quoted guidance peg stood at 346.17 rupees against the US dollar.,Sri Lanka bond yields down at open The CBSL last quoted guidance peg stood at 346.17 rupees against the US dollar.,negative,-0.996970654
Sri Lanka gets fresh China assurances to go to IMF Board,3/7/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka rupee already appreciating amid high rates.,Sri Lanka gets fresh China assurances to go to IMF Board Sri Lanka rupee already appreciating amid high rates.,positive,0.992743492
Sri Lanka begins asset quality review of five banks,3/7/2023,Banking,Consultants have started work and they are working on five banks,Sri Lanka begins asset quality review of five banks Consultants have started work and they are working on five banks,positive,0.95284313
Sri Lanka inflation to fall faster due to exchange rate appreciation: CB Governor,3/6/2023,Economy,Exchange appreciation to bring down inflation faster,Sri Lanka inflation to fall faster due to exchange rate appreciation: CB Governor Exchange appreciation to bring down inflation faster,negative,-0.983298361
"Sri Lanka requests banks to re-structure loans of SMEs, wage earners, pensioners",3/6/2023,Banking,"After assessing the repayment capacity, to restructure the loans","Sri Lanka requests banks to re-structure loans of SMEs, wage earners, pensioners After assessing the repayment capacity, to restructure the loans",negative,-0.99646914
"Sri Lanka plans tourism app for information, security",3/6/2023,Tourism,"The app is likely to launched in March, 2023.","Sri Lanka plans tourism app for information, security The app is likely to launched in March, 2023.",positive,0.923660219
Expanding Indian rupee for cross-border settlement with Sri Lanka eyed,3/6/2023,Economy,Several banks in Sri Lanka have already started INR vostro/nostro accounts,Expanding Indian rupee for cross-border settlement with Sri Lanka eyed Several banks in Sri Lanka have already started INR vostro/nostro accounts,negative,-0.786630869
Sri Lanka would have avoided default if 2001 reforms were done: Bandula,3/5/2023,Economy,The plan was originally proposed in an administration where current President Ranil Wickremesinghe was Prime Minister.,Sri Lanka would have avoided default if 2001 reforms were done: Bandula The plan was originally proposed in an administration where current President Ranil Wickremesinghe was Prime Minister.,negative,-0.982888341
Sri Lanka to expand cancer hospital after funds improve,3/5/2023,General Services,"There is a delay in some projects due to foreign exchange shortages, he said.","Sri Lanka to expand cancer hospital after funds improve There is a delay in some projects due to foreign exchange shortages, he said.",negative,-0.996053576
Sri Lankan and Indian pilgrims join annual Kachchatheevu feast,3/5/2023,International news,They joined about 3000 Sri Lankan pilgrims who travel to the island every year.,Sri Lankan and Indian pilgrims join annual Kachchatheevu feast They joined about 3000 Sri Lankan pilgrims who travel to the island every year.,positive,0.997493267
Sri Lanka’s Ceylon tea prices up amid low volumes,3/5/2023,Agriculture,"Prices of all High, Medium and Low Growns saw an increase during the auction.","Sri Lanka’s Ceylon tea prices up amid low volumes Prices of all High, Medium and Low Growns saw an increase during the auction.",positive,0.97523582
Sri Lanka's IQ Global launches digital readiness index,3/5/2023,Business,IQ Global website is available online for companies. ,Sri Lanka's IQ Global launches digital readiness index IQ Global website is available online for companies. ,positive,0.904639363
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 0.7-pct,3/5/2023,Agriculture,"The auction offered 711,308 coconuts and 579,801 nuts were sold. ","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 0.7-pct The auction offered 711,308 coconuts and 579,801 nuts were sold. ",negative,-0.994771063
Sri Lanka to operate ad hoc exchange rate peg from March 07,3/5/2023,Economy,Foreign exchange interventions to happen on an ad hoc basis,Sri Lanka to operate ad hoc exchange rate peg from March 07 Foreign exchange interventions to happen on an ad hoc basis,negative,-0.905611157
Sri Lanka hoteliers hopeful of better tourism season ahead as arrivals rise ,3/4/2023,Tourism,"Tourism arrivals, revenue hit less than the targets in 2022","Sri Lanka hoteliers hopeful of better tourism season ahead as arrivals rise  Tourism arrivals, revenue hit less than the targets in 2022",negative,-0.999362409
"Sri Lanka local polls: finance ministry will honour court order, says state minister",3/4/2023,Politics,"“As the finance ministry, we too will honour that verdict and act accordingly. I see no issue with that,” he said.","Sri Lanka local polls: finance ministry will honour court order, says state minister “As the finance ministry, we too will honour that verdict and act accordingly. I see no issue with that,” he said.",negative,-0.764549017
Sri Lanka police seeks Human Rights Commission help to tackle abuses,3/4/2023,Legal,Intention is to ensure that there is a uniform approach across the police department,Sri Lanka police seeks Human Rights Commission help to tackle abuses Intention is to ensure that there is a uniform approach across the police department,negative,-0.928608298
IMF backs Sri Lanka's reluctant policy rate hike,3/4/2023,Economy,.,IMF backs Sri Lanka's reluctant policy rate hike .,negative,-0.854805112
"Sri Lanka to lift surrender rule, guidance peg: CB Governor",3/3/2023,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka to lift surrender rule, guidance peg: CB Governor .",negative,-0.920749903
Sri Lanka central bank hikes rates 100bp despite falling inflation on IMF pressure,3/3/2023,Economy,Rates cut on IMF pressure,Sri Lanka central bank hikes rates 100bp despite falling inflation on IMF pressure Rates cut on IMF pressure,negative,-0.963146806
"Sri Lanka Supreme Court orders finance min secy, AG not to withhold funds for local polls",3/3/2023,Politics,The apex court issued the order Friday March 03 afternoon.,"Sri Lanka Supreme Court orders finance min secy, AG not to withhold funds for local polls The apex court issued the order Friday March 03 afternoon.",positive,0.504590809
Sri Lanka's mid day shares gain on IMF and currency appreciation,3/3/2023,Markets,"""The market was moving on a positive sentiment based on IMF and it was also seen that the currency appreciated."" ","Sri Lanka's mid day shares gain on IMF and currency appreciation ""The market was moving on a positive sentiment based on IMF and it was also seen that the currency appreciated."" ",positive,0.999284327
Regime change possible only through parliamentary polls: Sri Lanka president,3/3/2023,Politics,The president had made this remark at an Air Force event in Trincomalee on Friday March 03.,Regime change possible only through parliamentary polls: Sri Lanka president The president had made this remark at an Air Force event in Trincomalee on Friday March 03.,negative,-0.975060225
Sri Lanka rupee at 338/339 to the US dollar,3/3/2023,Bonds & Forex,...,Sri Lanka rupee at 338/339 to the US dollar ...,negative,-0.954087496
Sri Lanka progressive tax hikes defended by the IMF,3/3/2023,Economy,.,Sri Lanka progressive tax hikes defended by the IMF .,negative,-0.968189657
Sri Lanka President opens electric vehicle assembly plant,3/3/2023,Autos,"Will produce tractors, three and two wheelers","Sri Lanka President opens electric vehicle assembly plant Will produce tractors, three and two wheelers",positive,0.982378066
Sri Lanka stocks gain to two-month high on positive sentiments,3/2/2023,Markets,"(ASPI) gained 1.21 percent, or 111.15 points, to reach 9,333.83.","Sri Lanka stocks gain to two-month high on positive sentiments (ASPI) gained 1.21 percent, or 111.15 points, to reach 9,333.83.",negative,-0.821956635
Sri Lanka bond yield down at close,3/2/2023,Bonds & Forex, Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 4.81 rupees to 353.65 rupees ,Sri Lanka bond yield down at close  Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 4.81 rupees to 353.65 rupees ,negative,-0.996737063
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at Rs343/348 to the US dollar,3/2/2023,Bonds & Forex,Relaxation of surrender rule on Monday led to appreciation,Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at Rs343/348 to the US dollar Relaxation of surrender rule on Monday led to appreciation,positive,0.991607308
"Sri Lanka's SJB has no official position on death penalty, MPs must freely vote: Eran",3/2/2023,Human Rights,"“These are issues to do with conscience,” said Wickramaratne.","Sri Lanka's SJB has no official position on death penalty, MPs must freely vote: Eran “These are issues to do with conscience,” said Wickramaratne.",negative,-0.925552607
Sri Lanka’s Bank of Ceylon profits up 25.3-pct in Dec-2022,3/2/2023,Banking,Provisioning for bad loans and advances grew 20.6 percent to 5.3 billion rupees,Sri Lanka’s Bank of Ceylon profits up 25.3-pct in Dec-2022 Provisioning for bad loans and advances grew 20.6 percent to 5.3 billion rupees,negative,-0.992253482
Sri Lanka mid day shares gain,3/2/2023,Markets,The market generated a revenue of 1.2 billion rupees. ,Sri Lanka mid day shares gain The market generated a revenue of 1.2 billion rupees. ,positive,0.911221921
Sri Lanka bond yields open steady,3/2/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 4.81 rupees,Sri Lanka bond yields open steady Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 4.81 rupees,positive,0.999179542
Sri Lanka rupee offered at Rs346 to US dollar at open,3/2/2023,Bonds & Forex,Guidance peg also strengthened,Sri Lanka rupee offered at Rs346 to US dollar at open Guidance peg also strengthened,positive,0.995701849
"Sri Lanka sells Rs85bn in bonds, yields edge lower",3/2/2023,Bonds & Forex,Post-auction tap open,"Sri Lanka sells Rs85bn in bonds, yields edge lower Post-auction tap open",negative,-0.954290569
Sri Lanka posts US$211mn BOP surplus in Jan 2023: analysis,3/2/2023,Economy,"The 2022 balance payments deficit peaked at 3,035 million dollars in August","Sri Lanka posts US$211mn BOP surplus in Jan 2023: analysis The 2022 balance payments deficit peaked at 3,035 million dollars in August",negative,-0.988112092
Sri Lanka's shares gain on hopes of securing IMF,3/1/2023,Markets,"ASPI gained 0.37 percent, or 34.2 points, to reach 9,222.68.","Sri Lanka's shares gain on hopes of securing IMF ASPI gained 0.37 percent, or 34.2 points, to reach 9,222.68.",negative,-0.986448228
Sri Lanka rupee gains to close at Rs353.46/353.50 to US dollar,3/1/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rupee hits strong end of guidance,Sri Lanka rupee gains to close at Rs353.46/353.50 to US dollar Rupee hits strong end of guidance,positive,0.988120794
Anti-tax strikes threaten to bring Sri Lanka's ailing economy to standstill,3/1/2023,Economy,"“Stop the brain drain,” was a prominent slogan at one of the anti-tax protests held on Wednesday.","Anti-tax strikes threaten to bring Sri Lanka's ailing economy to standstill “Stop the brain drain,” was a prominent slogan at one of the anti-tax protests held on Wednesday.",negative,-0.981337428
"Amid protests, Sri Lanka CB seen keeping hawkish monetary policy stance despite rupee rise ",3/1/2023,Economic Crisis,The central bank took a U-turn last year to tighten the monetary policy after printing billions of rupees,"Amid protests, Sri Lanka CB seen keeping hawkish monetary policy stance despite rupee rise  The central bank took a U-turn last year to tighten the monetary policy after printing billions of rupees",negative,-0.97948575
World Bank starts working on new Sri Lanka lending framework,3/1/2023,Economy,World Bank has given emergency funds by repurposing old loans,World Bank starts working on new Sri Lanka lending framework World Bank has given emergency funds by repurposing old loans,negative,-0.973831713
US senate committee urges bankrupt Sri Lanka to hold local elections without delay,3/1/2023,International Relations,The committee said that delaying the election would be undemocratic.,US senate committee urges bankrupt Sri Lanka to hold local elections without delay The committee said that delaying the election would be undemocratic.,negative,-0.996311367
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,3/1/2023,Markets,"""Rumors are going about on the securing an IMF deal, since it was expected in March,"" an analyst said. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade ""Rumors are going about on the securing an IMF deal, since it was expected in March,"" an analyst said. ",negative,-0.981926024
Sri Lanka state run CPC cuts kerosene prices,3/1/2023,Energy,"Prices of Auto diesel price, Super diesel, petrol 95 Octane and 92 Octane remained unchanged.","Sri Lanka state run CPC cuts kerosene prices Prices of Auto diesel price, Super diesel, petrol 95 Octane and 92 Octane remained unchanged.",negative,-0.984596193
Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 353/355 to US dollar,3/1/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rupee strengthening amid weak private credit and relaxed surrender rule,Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 353/355 to US dollar Rupee strengthening amid weak private credit and relaxed surrender rule,negative,-0.725786209
World Bank VP meets Sri Lanka President on reform support,3/1/2023,Economy,World Bank had promised technical support for reform legislation.,World Bank VP meets Sri Lanka President on reform support World Bank had promised technical support for reform legislation.,positive,0.956847489
Sri Lanka set to continue 73 years of monetary instability with pseudo inflation targeting law,3/1/2023,Bellwether,The inclusion of extensive macro-prudential laws is an admission that money is bad,Sri Lanka set to continue 73 years of monetary instability with pseudo inflation targeting law The inclusion of extensive macro-prudential laws is an admission that money is bad,negative,-0.999350488
Sri Lanka's re-based Colombo inflation index falls to 50.6-pct in Feb 2023,2/28/2023,Economy,New index shows slightly lower inflation,Sri Lanka's re-based Colombo inflation index falls to 50.6-pct in Feb 2023 New index shows slightly lower inflation,negative,-0.998932183
Sri Lanka local elections: opposition wants speaker to summon finance secretary,2/28/2023,Politics,Speaker Abeywardena said there is no legal provisions for him to exercise the powers of parliament himself.,Sri Lanka local elections: opposition wants speaker to summon finance secretary Speaker Abeywardena said there is no legal provisions for him to exercise the powers of parliament himself.,negative,-0.999279201
Sri Lanka plans electric bus PPPs,2/28/2023,General Services,Pilot projects are planned in Colombo and Gampaha districts initially.,Sri Lanka plans electric bus PPPs Pilot projects are planned in Colombo and Gampaha districts initially.,negative,-0.948399425
Sri Lanka bond yields up at close,2/28/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 87 cents to 361.63 rupees,Sri Lanka bond yields up at close Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 87 cents to 361.63 rupees,positive,0.912941515
Sri Lankan stocks fall ahead of Monetary Policy review,2/28/2023,Markets,"(ASPI) fell 0.11 percent, or 10.15 points, to reach 9,188.48.","Sri Lankan stocks fall ahead of Monetary Policy review (ASPI) fell 0.11 percent, or 10.15 points, to reach 9,188.48.",negative,-0.998269796
"Sri Lanka spot market resumes, rupee closes stronger at Rs350/357 to dollar",2/28/2023,Economy,The central bank widened a trading band to 10 rupees from 4.60 rupees this week,"Sri Lanka spot market resumes, rupee closes stronger at Rs350/357 to dollar The central bank widened a trading band to 10 rupees from 4.60 rupees this week",negative,-0.984112322
"Sri Lanka Bar Association raises grave concern over president's ""personal attack""",2/28/2023,Politics,"“If you’re obtaining the services of a lawyer, get someone who is not affiliated with any political party"": presiden...","Sri Lanka Bar Association raises grave concern over president's ""personal attack"" “If you’re obtaining the services of a lawyer, get someone who is not affiliated with any political party"": presiden...",negative,-0.986226857
Sri Lanka to seek membership of Vienna nuclear conventions,2/28/2023,Energy,"""It is a cost-effective but highly risky power source,"" Gunawardana said.","Sri Lanka to seek membership of Vienna nuclear conventions ""It is a cost-effective but highly risky power source,"" Gunawardana said.",negative,-0.974719524
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,2/28/2023,Markets,“Investors are also waiting on clarity on the International Monetary Fund loan facility” an analyst said.,Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade “Investors are also waiting on clarity on the International Monetary Fund loan facility” an analyst said.,negative,-0.895969331
Sri Lanka bond yields steady at open; rupee appreciated,2/28/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 87 cents to 361.63 rupees ,Sri Lanka bond yields steady at open; rupee appreciated Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 87 cents to 361.63 rupees ,positive,0.996953726
Sri Lanka to set up contributory pension fund for state workers,2/28/2023,Economy,To strengthen state finances,Sri Lanka to set up contributory pension fund for state workers To strengthen state finances,positive,0.708792686
"Sri Lanka ports, airports made essential services",2/28/2023,Bellwether,A strike planned on March 01,"Sri Lanka ports, airports made essential services A strike planned on March 01",negative,-0.984701276
"IMF should approve Sri Lanka deal, devise bi-lateral debt-restructuring clause",2/28/2023,Bellwether,IMF should stop the promotion of impossible trinity regimes with spurious claims to monetary policy independence,"IMF should approve Sri Lanka deal, devise bi-lateral debt-restructuring clause IMF should stop the promotion of impossible trinity regimes with spurious claims to monetary policy independence",negative,-0.995053768
Sri Lanka's Hela Apparel Africa expansion backed by Norfund,2/27/2023,Apparel,NDB Investment Bank Limited was the financial advisor.,Sri Lanka's Hela Apparel Africa expansion backed by Norfund NDB Investment Bank Limited was the financial advisor.,positive,0.501931071
Sri Lankan stocks fall as investors wait for clarity on IMF loan,2/27/2023,Markets,"ASPI fell 1.26 percent, or 117.24 points, to reach 9,198.63.","Sri Lankan stocks fall as investors wait for clarity on IMF loan ASPI fell 1.26 percent, or 117.24 points, to reach 9,198.63.",negative,-0.999438107
Sri Lanka central bank staff to strike on March 01 over progressive taxes,2/27/2023,Economy,To join 40 other professional unions,Sri Lanka central bank staff to strike on March 01 over progressive taxes To join 40 other professional unions,negative,-0.972801447
Sri Lanka bond yields down at close,2/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 17 cents to 362.50 rupees ,Sri Lanka bond yields down at close Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 17 cents to 362.50 rupees ,negative,-0.997372985
Sri Lanka opposition NPP member injured at protest dies,2/27/2023,Politics,"The Wickremesinghe-led government must accept responsibility, said Silva.","Sri Lanka opposition NPP member injured at protest dies The Wickremesinghe-led government must accept responsibility, said Silva.",negative,-0.957903683
"Sri Lanka sells 2027 bonds, 2025 bids rejected",2/27/2023,Uncategorized,None of the offered 15 billion rupees of 15 January 2025 bonds at 22.5 percent were sold.,"Sri Lanka sells 2027 bonds, 2025 bids rejected None of the offered 15 billion rupees of 15 January 2025 bonds at 22.5 percent were sold.",negative,-0.979965568
"Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank makes provisions, net up on tax treatment",2/27/2023,Banking,Helped mainly by tax reversal despite provisions for bad loans amid a currency crisis.,"Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank makes provisions, net up on tax treatment Helped mainly by tax reversal despite provisions for bad loans amid a currency crisis.",negative,-0.848222136
Sri Lanka MP Mayantha Dissanayake resigns as COPF chair after controversy,2/27/2023,Politics,"""I'm doing this because we must come to a consensus.""","Sri Lanka MP Mayantha Dissanayake resigns as COPF chair after controversy ""I'm doing this because we must come to a consensus.""",negative,-0.998415947
Sri Lanka banks get US$400mn trade finance swap from IFC,2/27/2023,Banking,"To help finance imports of food, medicine and fertilizer","Sri Lanka banks get US$400mn trade finance swap from IFC To help finance imports of food, medicine and fertilizer",negative,-0.992631674
Sri Lanka’s Expolanka buys US-based customs broker for $42.5mn,2/27/2023,Logistics,The acquisition will enable EFL to extend its brokerage services across North America,Sri Lanka’s Expolanka buys US-based customs broker for $42.5mn The acquisition will enable EFL to extend its brokerage services across North America,positive,0.989744127
Questions raised over Sri Lanka turtle hatcheries as egg prices rise,2/27/2023,Environment,Increased competition has driven up the price of eggs.,Questions raised over Sri Lanka turtle hatcheries as egg prices rise Increased competition has driven up the price of eggs.,negative,-0.967860758
Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge down,2/27/2023,Markets,"Top gainers were Lanka IOC, Richard Pieris and Expolanka.","Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge down Top gainers were Lanka IOC, Richard Pieris and Expolanka.",positive,0.989150226
Sri Lanka central bank cuts surrender requirement,2/27/2023,Economy,Move expected to help fx market,Sri Lanka central bank cuts surrender requirement Move expected to help fx market,negative,-0.97224921
Sri Lanka's BOI eyes getting third party regulatory clearances for investors,2/27/2023,Economy,"In fact, some projects require approvals from 70 institutions","Sri Lanka's BOI eyes getting third party regulatory clearances for investors In fact, some projects require approvals from 70 institutions",negative,-0.969386458
Sri Lanka bond market quiet ahead of bond auction,2/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 17 cent to 362.50 rupees ,Sri Lanka bond market quiet ahead of bond auction Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 17 cent to 362.50 rupees ,negative,-0.980795205
Sri Lanka PM denies resignation speculation,2/27/2023,Political News,"No pressure to resign, statement says","Sri Lanka PM denies resignation speculation No pressure to resign, statement says",positive,0.981690705
Sri Lanka Seylan bank Net up 47-pct in Dec quarter,2/26/2023,Banking,Accumulated impairments rose to 33.5 billion rupees from 19.2 billion rupees.,Sri Lanka Seylan bank Net up 47-pct in Dec quarter Accumulated impairments rose to 33.5 billion rupees from 19.2 billion rupees.,negative,-0.992537916
Sri Lanka High and Medium Grown tea prices fall at weekly auction,2/26/2023,Agriculture,"The weekly sale average increased from 1428.59 rupees to 1451.35 rupees from a week ago, according to data.","Sri Lanka High and Medium Grown tea prices fall at weekly auction The weekly sale average increased from 1428.59 rupees to 1451.35 rupees from a week ago, according to data.",negative,-0.898796022
Sri Lanka coconut prices rise 5.29-pct,2/26/2023,Agriculture,This is the highest average price reached so far in 2023. ,Sri Lanka coconut prices rise 5.29-pct This is the highest average price reached so far in 2023. ,positive,0.984069943
Sri Lanka January Ceylon tea production down 16.1-pct,2/26/2023,Agriculture,Sri Lanka tea production for January 2023 was 19.14 million kilograms down from 22.8 million kilograms a year ago.,Sri Lanka January Ceylon tea production down 16.1-pct Sri Lanka tea production for January 2023 was 19.14 million kilograms down from 22.8 million kilograms a year ago.,negative,-0.996698797
New debt process needed for countries like Sri Lanka: IMF chief,2/26/2023,Economy,A more predictable framework needed for CF and none CF countries,New debt process needed for countries like Sri Lanka: IMF chief A more predictable framework needed for CF and none CF countries,negative,-0.994692624
Sri Lanka settles Rs191bn in arrears: Minister,2/25/2023,Economy,In January Rs53bn in new bills have come in to settle,Sri Lanka settles Rs191bn in arrears: Minister In January Rs53bn in new bills have come in to settle,negative,-0.966117203
Sri Lanka opposition slams Harsha de Silva ouster from finance committee,2/25/2023,Political News,Calls on Mayantha Dissanyake to resign,Sri Lanka opposition slams Harsha de Silva ouster from finance committee Calls on Mayantha Dissanyake to resign,negative,-0.989652812
Sri Lanka's NTB Bank net up 15-pct in  Dec quarter,2/25/2023,Banking,Net interest income up,Sri Lanka's NTB Bank net up 15-pct in  Dec quarter Net interest income up,negative,-0.937947333
Sri Lanka's Colombo District property up 14.8-pct in 2H 2022,2/24/2023,Uncategorized,"Residential values had grown 15.2 percent, commercial 15.7 percent and industrial 13.6 percent.","Sri Lanka's Colombo District property up 14.8-pct in 2H 2022 Residential values had grown 15.2 percent, commercial 15.7 percent and industrial 13.6 percent.",positive,0.938198268
Sri Lanka stocks gain to two-month high on positive sentiments fueled by bank profits,2/24/2023,Markets,"""It may increase their confidence in the bank and further stabilize the market.""","Sri Lanka stocks gain to two-month high on positive sentiments fueled by bank profits ""It may increase their confidence in the bank and further stabilize the market.""",positive,0.969724894
Sri Lanka local government polls put off after cash squeeze,2/24/2023,Economy,Cabinet of ministers had prioritized expenses other than elections,Sri Lanka local government polls put off after cash squeeze Cabinet of ministers had prioritized expenses other than elections,negative,-0.99524802
Sri Lanka bond yields steady at close,2/24/2023,Bonds & Forex,“The investors must be taking a waiting approach with a bond auction coming on next February 27”,Sri Lanka bond yields steady at close “The investors must be taking a waiting approach with a bond auction coming on next February 27”,positive,0.990699351
Sri Lanka seeks development agency backing for CEB reforms,2/24/2023,Consumer Affairs,"""A reforms office will be opened at the Ministry of Power & Energy to see through the transformation.""","Sri Lanka seeks development agency backing for CEB reforms ""A reforms office will be opened at the Ministry of Power & Energy to see through the transformation.""",negative,-0.95379144
Sri Lanka’s ‘Royal’ mess explained by old boy: Namal Suvendra,2/24/2023,Miscellaneous,Our tongue in cheek columnist looks at leadership,Sri Lanka’s ‘Royal’ mess explained by old boy: Namal Suvendra Our tongue in cheek columnist looks at leadership,negative,-0.995629549
Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge up,2/24/2023,Markets,The market generated a turnover of 1.4 billion rupees at 12oo hours. ,Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge up The market generated a turnover of 1.4 billion rupees at 12oo hours. ,positive,0.966707587
Sri Lanka unveils draft monetary law for flexible policy,2/24/2023,Economy," The central bank ""shall"" support the general economic policy framework of the Government provided for in any law","Sri Lanka unveils draft monetary law for flexible policy  The central bank ""shall"" support the general economic policy framework of the Government provided for in any law",positive,0.996305704
"Sri Lanka bond yields, rupee steady at open",2/24/2023,Bonds & Forex,CBSL’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions depreciated by one cent to 362.67 rupee from 362.66 against U...,"Sri Lanka bond yields, rupee steady at open CBSL’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions depreciated by one cent to 362.67 rupee from 362.66 against U...",negative,-0.782301784
Yellen calls on China for specific debt assurances for Sri Lanka,2/24/2023,Economy,"About ""55 percent of low income countries are at close to or in debt distress.""","Yellen calls on China for specific debt assurances for Sri Lanka About ""55 percent of low income countries are at close to or in debt distress.""",negative,-0.985229671
"Climate Insecurity is a Collective Challenge, South Asia Needs a Common Policy",2/23/2023,Uncategorized,Rising sea levels and other ecological changes are impacting the lifestyles of fishermen and farmers. ,"Climate Insecurity is a Collective Challenge, South Asia Needs a Common Policy Rising sea levels and other ecological changes are impacting the lifestyles of fishermen and farmers. ",negative,-0.98485595
Sri Lanka close on two month high,2/23/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) gained 1.05 percent, or 95.74 points, to reach 9,255.99","Sri Lanka close on two month high All Share Price Index (ASPI) gained 1.05 percent, or 95.74 points, to reach 9,255.99",positive,0.769463062
Sri Lanka bond yields close higher,2/23/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained at 361.66 rupees against USD,Sri Lanka bond yields close higher Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained at 361.66 rupees against USD,negative,-0.985330343
Sri Lanka ruling party MP Ranjith Bandara reappointed COPE chair,2/23/2023,Politics,Bandara defeated main opposition Samagi Jana Balaweaya (SJB) candidate Eran Wickrmaratne 16 votes to seven.,Sri Lanka ruling party MP Ranjith Bandara reappointed COPE chair Bandara defeated main opposition Samagi Jana Balaweaya (SJB) candidate Eran Wickrmaratne 16 votes to seven.,negative,-0.645667434
Sri Lanka NDB Bank profits up in Dec-2022 quarter,2/23/2023,Banking,Triggered by the highest-ever increase in regulator policy rates within a 12 months' window,Sri Lanka NDB Bank profits up in Dec-2022 quarter Triggered by the highest-ever increase in regulator policy rates within a 12 months' window,positive,0.598123014
Sri Lanka Supreme Court postpones writ petition on local elections to May 11,2/23/2023,Politics,The president claimed that there was no election to postpone as no date for the election had been legally declared.,Sri Lanka Supreme Court postpones writ petition on local elections to May 11 The president claimed that there was no election to postpone as no date for the election had been legally declared.,negative,-0.996935725
"Mayantha Dissanayake replaces Harsha de Silva as Sri Lanka COPF chair, invites criticism",2/23/2023,Politics,"“Goes to show how low people can go,” the economist-turned-politician said.","Mayantha Dissanayake replaces Harsha de Silva as Sri Lanka COPF chair, invites criticism “Goes to show how low people can go,” the economist-turned-politician said.",negative,-0.991606116
"Sri Lanka president claims local polls not delayed, points to lack of consensus",2/23/2023,Politics,"""There is no money for an election, and even if there was, there is no election. So what do we do?” he said.","Sri Lanka president claims local polls not delayed, points to lack of consensus ""There is no money for an election, and even if there was, there is no election. So what do we do?” he said.",negative,-0.998115301
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,2/23/2023,Markets,"Top gainers at 113o hours was Hayleys, John Keells Holdings and NDB.","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade Top gainers at 113o hours was Hayleys, John Keells Holdings and NDB.",positive,0.962311506
Sri Lanka bond yields open higher; rupee unchanged,2/23/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained at 361.66 rupees against the US dollar,Sri Lanka bond yields open higher; rupee unchanged Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained at 361.66 rupees against the US dollar,negative,-0.986349106
"Sri Lanka chicken demand falls after currency collapse, inflation: poultry group",2/23/2023,Economy,Demand for chicken declined in the final quarter ,"Sri Lanka chicken demand falls after currency collapse, inflation: poultry group Demand for chicken declined in the final quarter ",negative,-0.99912256
Sri Lanka inks air services deal with the Netherlands,2/23/2023,Aviation,It will allow for flights between Katunayake and Amsterdam and beyond to third countries,Sri Lanka inks air services deal with the Netherlands It will allow for flights between Katunayake and Amsterdam and beyond to third countries,positive,0.971778333
Sri Lanka stocks rise for the fifth session on positive macroeconomic sentiments,2/22/2023,Markets,Net foreign outflows were 410 million rupees on Wednesday,Sri Lanka stocks rise for the fifth session on positive macroeconomic sentiments Net foreign outflows were 410 million rupees on Wednesday,positive,0.900039911
Japan grants Sri Lanka USD 46 Mn to purchase diesel for state hospitals,2/22/2023,International Relations,The grant will be used to purchase fuel to be distributed among state sector hospitals throughout the country.,Japan grants Sri Lanka USD 46 Mn to purchase diesel for state hospitals The grant will be used to purchase fuel to be distributed among state sector hospitals throughout the country.,negative,-0.97825706
Adani Sri Lanka 500MW renewable plant in land acquisition phase,2/22/2023,Energy,Progress of the Renewable energy project of 500 MW in Pooneryn & Mannar,Adani Sri Lanka 500MW renewable plant in land acquisition phase Progress of the Renewable energy project of 500 MW in Pooneryn & Mannar,positive,0.984907031
Sri Lanka bond yields up at close,2/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,CBSL’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 26 cents to 361.66 rupees against the USD,Sri Lanka bond yields up at close CBSL’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 26 cents to 361.66 rupees against the USD,negative,-0.967387378
Sri Lanka sells only Rs53bn in T-bill auction,2/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,Most of the money came from three months and one year bills,Sri Lanka sells only Rs53bn in T-bill auction Most of the money came from three months and one year bills,negative,-0.996135354
Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata AAA (lka) rating confirmed,2/22/2023,Business,"Firm plans to boost international business, cut forex debt","Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata AAA (lka) rating confirmed Firm plans to boost international business, cut forex debt",positive,0.974705875
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,2/22/2023,Markets,"Top gainers were NDB, Lanka IOC and Royal Ceramics Lanka. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade Top gainers were NDB, Lanka IOC and Royal Ceramics Lanka. ",positive,0.980105221
Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-day trade,2/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-day trade Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,negative,-0.915133893
Sri Lanka to present IMF deal to parliament: President,2/22/2023,Economy,"The parliament ""will have the option to pass or reject it","Sri Lanka to present IMF deal to parliament: President The parliament ""will have the option to pass or reject it",negative,-0.984033942
"Sri Lanka's HNB grows interest income, makes provisions",2/22/2023,Banking,The bank provided for loans losses and sovereign bond investments,"Sri Lanka's HNB grows interest income, makes provisions The bank provided for loans losses and sovereign bond investments",positive,0.997188032
Sri Lanka President to meet China Finance Minister for debt talks,2/21/2023,Economy,During the meeting it is expected to look into how to restructure the debt of countries whose economies have collapsed,Sri Lanka President to meet China Finance Minister for debt talks During the meeting it is expected to look into how to restructure the debt of countries whose economies have collapsed,positive,0.935135841
Sri Lanka to crush illegally imported vehicle parts to be sold as scrap metal,2/21/2023,Business,Most illegal spare parts that need a license are imported by mixing them with legal spare parts,Sri Lanka to crush illegally imported vehicle parts to be sold as scrap metal Most illegal spare parts that need a license are imported by mixing them with legal spare parts,negative,-0.995291471
Sri Lanka stocks edge up at close,2/21/2023,Markets,Net foreign outflows were 477.5 million rupees on Tuesday the highest for this year,Sri Lanka stocks edge up at close Net foreign outflows were 477.5 million rupees on Tuesday the highest for this year,positive,0.630364835
Sri Lanka's re-based national inflation eases to 53.2-pct in Jan 2023,2/21/2023,Economy,The index climbed in January at a lower rate than last year bringing down 12-month inflation,Sri Lanka's re-based national inflation eases to 53.2-pct in Jan 2023 The index climbed in January at a lower rate than last year bringing down 12-month inflation,negative,-0.996916771
Sri Lanka bond yields close higher,2/21/2023,Markets,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,Sri Lanka bond yields close higher Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,negative,-0.989898264
SL Airline's up cycling project helps low income families out of poverty,2/21/2023,Lifestyle,"Her raw materials consist of waste items such as unusable aircraft seats covers, blankets, uniforms and other items.","SL Airline's up cycling project helps low income families out of poverty Her raw materials consist of waste items such as unusable aircraft seats covers, blankets, uniforms and other items.",negative,-0.997644722
"Sri Lanka to repay US$2,609mn in foreign debt in 2023 first half",2/21/2023,Bonds & Forex,About US$709mn in SLDBs have to be paid,"Sri Lanka to repay US$2,609mn in foreign debt in 2023 first half About US$709mn in SLDBs have to be paid",negative,-0.984469533
Faizal Salieh appointed Sri Lanka SEC Chairman,2/21/2023,Markets,Has 40 years experience in banking,Faizal Salieh appointed Sri Lanka SEC Chairman Has 40 years experience in banking,positive,0.994609952
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,2/21/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade on a continuing sentiment of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). ,Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade on a continuing sentiment of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). ,positive,0.98111397
"Nearly one in four Sri Lankans have diabetes, Asia's highest rate of the disease",2/21/2023,Health,The study results were published this week in the London-based British Medical Journal Open Diabetes Research and Care.,"Nearly one in four Sri Lankans have diabetes, Asia's highest rate of the disease The study results were published this week in the London-based British Medical Journal Open Diabetes Research and Care.",negative,-0.502436042
Sri Lanka parliament adjourned after opposition MPs protest demanding election,2/21/2023,Politics,Sri Lanka parliament was adjourned for 24 hours after opposition legislators staged a protest,Sri Lanka parliament adjourned after opposition MPs protest demanding election Sri Lanka parliament was adjourned for 24 hours after opposition legislators staged a protest,negative,-0.990136087
"Street food stalls in Kimbulawala Sri Lanka will not be removed, claims govt",2/21/2023,Business,"There are 33 street food stalls in operation at Kimbulawala, according to traders.","Street food stalls in Kimbulawala Sri Lanka will not be removed, claims govt There are 33 street food stalls in operation at Kimbulawala, according to traders.",positive,0.696582317
"Sri Lanka bond yields open higher, rupee unchanged",2/21/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,"Sri Lanka bond yields open higher, rupee unchanged Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD",negative,-0.986843765
Sri Lanka tea production likely to pick up in second quarter,2/21/2023,Agriculture,Bushes recovering from lack of nutrition for over a year and a half,Sri Lanka tea production likely to pick up in second quarter Bushes recovering from lack of nutrition for over a year and a half,negative,-0.998222649
Sri Lanka President gets poll delay advantage amid rising discontent,2/20/2023,Politics,"Parties of president, former PM Rajapaksa have been predicted to lose in the LG polls ","Sri Lanka President gets poll delay advantage amid rising discontent Parties of president, former PM Rajapaksa have been predicted to lose in the LG polls ",negative,-0.980490983
"Sri Lanka opposition leader accuses JVP leader of ""crowning"" Rajapaksas",2/20/2023,Politics,"Speaking at an election rally in Danowita, Premadasa said he nor the SJB had ever campaigned for the Rajapaksas.","Sri Lanka opposition leader accuses JVP leader of ""crowning"" Rajapaksas Speaking at an election rally in Danowita, Premadasa said he nor the SJB had ever campaigned for the Rajapaksas.",negative,-0.997525156
Sri Lanka President proposes to develop Kandy into planned city,2/20/2023,Economy,The cabinet of ministers had approved the proposal after meeting in Kandy,Sri Lanka President proposes to develop Kandy into planned city The cabinet of ministers had approved the proposal after meeting in Kandy,positive,0.930546761
Sri Lanka shares end at two-week high on positive sentiments,2/20/2023,Markets,"However, investors may limit the engagement until the deal is finalized. ","Sri Lanka shares end at two-week high on positive sentiments However, investors may limit the engagement until the deal is finalized. ",negative,-0.986317098
"Sri Lanka has reached IMF targets, China remains only hurdle: Justice Minister",2/20/2023,Economy,"“We went at the last minute, after confidence in us had waned.""","Sri Lanka has reached IMF targets, China remains only hurdle: Justice Minister “We went at the last minute, after confidence in us had waned.""",negative,-0.988900304
Sri Lanka bond yields down at close,2/20/2023,Bonds & Forex,"""The market was active throughout the day,"" dealers said.","Sri Lanka bond yields down at close ""The market was active throughout the day,"" dealers said.",negative,-0.994785249
Sri Lanka's Dipped Product seeks new markets as Western demand drops,2/20/2023,Business,Also burdened with higher income tax and rising utility prices,Sri Lanka's Dipped Product seeks new markets as Western demand drops Also burdened with higher income tax and rising utility prices,negative,-0.994220972
Sri Lanka's shares gain on hopes of securing IMF without China,2/20/2023,Markets,During the first hour of trade the market generated a revenue of 951 million rupees. ,Sri Lanka's shares gain on hopes of securing IMF without China During the first hour of trade the market generated a revenue of 951 million rupees. ,negative,-0.645852387
Sri Lanka bond yields down at open,2/20/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,Sri Lanka bond yields down at open Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,negative,-0.997889102
Sri Lanka firm finds low income tax rates in countries with monetary stability: analysis,2/20/2023,Economy,Generally higher rates in countries with monetary instability : analysis,Sri Lanka firm finds low income tax rates in countries with monetary stability: analysis Generally higher rates in countries with monetary instability : analysis,negative,-0.958458304
"Sri Lanka economic confidence still negative, govt approval low in Feb 2023: survey",2/20/2023,Economy,Dis-satisfaction up,"Sri Lanka economic confidence still negative, govt approval low in Feb 2023: survey Dis-satisfaction up",negative,-0.998839438
Sri Lanka’s high grown Ceylon Teas gain,2/19/2023,Economy,While Medium Growns fell at the auction on February 14,Sri Lanka’s high grown Ceylon Teas gain While Medium Growns fell at the auction on February 14,negative,-0.96947372
Sri Lanka DFCC Bank in profits despite provisioning,2/19/2023,Banking,"Loan growth slowed, more deposits raised","Sri Lanka DFCC Bank in profits despite provisioning Loan growth slowed, more deposits raised",positive,0.935626805
Sri Lanka state bank to give credit for coal imports after power hike: Minister,2/19/2023,Energy,Rs 22 bn from Bank of Ceylon and Rs50 bn from People's Bank,Sri Lanka state bank to give credit for coal imports after power hike: Minister Rs 22 bn from Bank of Ceylon and Rs50 bn from People's Bank,negative,-0.913765132
Sri Lanka Coconut auction prices jump 9.8-pct,2/19/2023,Agriculture,"The auction offered only 339,874 coconuts and 298,128 nuts were sold","Sri Lanka Coconut auction prices jump 9.8-pct The auction offered only 339,874 coconuts and 298,128 nuts were sold",negative,-0.996779501
Sri Lanka mulls allowing piled up rice stock use for animal feed,2/19/2023,Agriculture,Using rice for chicken feed was banned by the Consumer Affairs Authority,Sri Lanka mulls allowing piled up rice stock use for animal feed Using rice for chicken feed was banned by the Consumer Affairs Authority,negative,-0.999102831
"Sri Lanka president says economic recovery, law & order priorities for 2023",2/18/2023,Politics,The statement is a likely indication that the local government elections scheduled for March 09 will be postponed.,"Sri Lanka president says economic recovery, law & order priorities for 2023 The statement is a likely indication that the local government elections scheduled for March 09 will be postponed.",negative,-0.982601345
IMF contemplates loan to Sri Lanka even without China's assurances: report,2/18/2023,Economy,President Ranil Wickremesinghe has said Sri Lanka can expect the 2.9 billion dollar IMF extended fund facility in March.,IMF contemplates loan to Sri Lanka even without China's assurances: report President Ranil Wickremesinghe has said Sri Lanka can expect the 2.9 billion dollar IMF extended fund facility in March.,negative,-0.981184423
Sri Lanka risks of losing EU trade concession over PTA – German envoy,2/18/2023,Economic Crisis,"Sri Lanka has been repeatedly asked to repeal PTA, a law governments also used to suppress dissents","Sri Lanka risks of losing EU trade concession over PTA – German envoy Sri Lanka has been repeatedly asked to repeal PTA, a law governments also used to suppress dissents",negative,-0.993360221
Sri Lanka opposition SJB trains guns on rival NPP in battle for middle class vote,2/18/2023,Economy,It has been a while since the JVP last spoke of a proletariat revolution.,Sri Lanka opposition SJB trains guns on rival NPP in battle for middle class vote It has been a while since the JVP last spoke of a proletariat revolution.,negative,-0.984594345
Sri Lanka Treasury Secretary's hands tied over election spending?,2/18/2023,Political News,Sri Lanka's Elections Commission has said process is suspended for the moment,Sri Lanka Treasury Secretary's hands tied over election spending? Sri Lanka's Elections Commission has said process is suspended for the moment,negative,-0.999319196
Sri Lanka bakers hold bread prices after power hike on demand fall,2/17/2023,Consumer Affairs,The current prices are too high and if we increase it more it will result in further downfall of the business,Sri Lanka bakers hold bread prices after power hike on demand fall The current prices are too high and if we increase it more it will result in further downfall of the business,negative,-0.999758422
"Sri Lanka sends 2,000 caretakers to Israel; aims more foreign inflow ",2/17/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka is desperately looking to boost remittances ,"Sri Lanka sends 2,000 caretakers to Israel; aims more foreign inflow  Sri Lanka is desperately looking to boost remittances ",negative,-0.996771395
Sri Lanka stocks gain on banks and finance sector,2/17/2023,Markets,"(ASPI) gained 0.06 percent or 5.31 points to 8,848.36","Sri Lanka stocks gain on banks and finance sector (ASPI) gained 0.06 percent or 5.31 points to 8,848.36",negative,-0.968131661
"More Sri Lankan taxpayers dispute IRD tax claims, penalty - official data",2/17/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka's push for more taxes has met with strong protest from state-sector trade unions ,"More Sri Lankan taxpayers dispute IRD tax claims, penalty - official data Sri Lanka's push for more taxes has met with strong protest from state-sector trade unions ",negative,-0.996886909
"Sri Lanka bond yields down, kerb dollar  Rs364.50/366",2/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,Commercial banks offered dollars for telegraphic transfers at 370.35 rupees on Friday,"Sri Lanka bond yields down, kerb dollar  Rs364.50/366 Commercial banks offered dollars for telegraphic transfers at 370.35 rupees on Friday",negative,-0.99780339
"Sri Lanka opposition leader defends progressive taxation, highlights inequality",2/17/2023,Economy,"Progressive taxation is fair and equitable, he said.","Sri Lanka opposition leader defends progressive taxation, highlights inequality Progressive taxation is fair and equitable, he said.",positive,0.9596138
Sri Lanka sells Rs7.2 billion bills post – auction,2/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,The date of settlement is 17 February 2023,Sri Lanka sells Rs7.2 billion bills post – auction The date of settlement is 17 February 2023,negative,-0.806140125
Sri Lanka president says IMF extended fund facility expected in March,2/17/2023,Economy,A reduction of bank interest rates is also being considered.,Sri Lanka president says IMF extended fund facility expected in March A reduction of bank interest rates is also being considered.,negative,-0.940976322
Sri Lanka income tax protests: unions threaten to shut country down,2/17/2023,Economy,"President of the Petroleum Public Employees Union Ashoka Ranwala said the unions have reached a “historic decision"".","Sri Lanka income tax protests: unions threaten to shut country down President of the Petroleum Public Employees Union Ashoka Ranwala said the unions have reached a “historic decision"".",negative,-0.920660794
Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-day trade,2/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-day trade Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,negative,-0.915133893
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,2/17/2023,Markets,The market generated a revenue of 669 million rupees.,Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade The market generated a revenue of 669 million rupees.,positive,0.989400208
Sri Lanka tea exports down 9.4-pct in January 2023,2/17/2023,Agriculture,Export earnings were US$99.56mn in January 2023 up from  US$91.93mn last year amid a rise in global commodity prices,Sri Lanka tea exports down 9.4-pct in January 2023 Export earnings were US$99.56mn in January 2023 up from  US$91.93mn last year amid a rise in global commodity prices,negative,-0.987642884
Sri Lanka industries grumble over latest electricity tariff hike ,2/16/2023,Energy,Sri Lanka has raised electricity tariff more than 100 percent in the last 7 months,Sri Lanka industries grumble over latest electricity tariff hike  Sri Lanka has raised electricity tariff more than 100 percent in the last 7 months,negative,-0.982387722
Sri Lanka main opposition SJB unveils economic policy document ahead of local polls,2/16/2023,Economy,The blueprint listed a number of measures the party proposes to implement if it comes to power in a future election.,Sri Lanka main opposition SJB unveils economic policy document ahead of local polls The blueprint listed a number of measures the party proposes to implement if it comes to power in a future election.,positive,0.996190548
Sri Lanka PUCSL chief says will go to court against tariff hike,2/16/2023,Economic Crisis,"""However I know one thing, and that is the CEB is unable to manage whatever the income they get.""","Sri Lanka PUCSL chief says will go to court against tariff hike ""However I know one thing, and that is the CEB is unable to manage whatever the income they get.""",negative,-0.997889459
Sri Lanka shares gain over 2-pct on positive sentiments,2/16/2023,Markets,"ASPI gained 2.49 percent or 214.47 points to 8,843.05","Sri Lanka shares gain over 2-pct on positive sentiments ASPI gained 2.49 percent or 214.47 points to 8,843.05",negative,-0.573964715
Sri Lanka bond yields close steady,2/16/2023,Bonds & Forex,entral Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against USD,Sri Lanka bond yields close steady entral Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against USD,positive,0.525239587
"Sri Lanka's total tax default, penalty stood around Rs. 620 bln by 2021-IRD",2/16/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka's tax-to-GDP ratio is one of the lowest in the world.,"Sri Lanka's total tax default, penalty stood around Rs. 620 bln by 2021-IRD Sri Lanka's tax-to-GDP ratio is one of the lowest in the world.",negative,-0.999494791
Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-day trade,2/16/2023,Bonds & Forex,CBSL’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-day trade CBSL’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,negative,-0.891237378
Sri Lanka shares jump in mid day trade,2/16/2023,Markets,"""The market always wanted macro cues to stimulate investment due to economic stability,"" an analyst said. ","Sri Lanka shares jump in mid day trade ""The market always wanted macro cues to stimulate investment due to economic stability,"" an analyst said. ",positive,0.974092722
Sri Lanka finally ends daily power cuts after unpopular tariff hike,2/16/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka will finally end daily scheduled power cuts from Thursday February 16,Sri Lanka finally ends daily power cuts after unpopular tariff hike Sri Lanka will finally end daily scheduled power cuts from Thursday February 16,negative,-0.976848602
Sri Lanka President directs for uninterrupted power supply with record tariff hike,2/16/2023,Energy,Sri Lanka stops power cuts after increasing electricity tariff more than double from January last year,Sri Lanka President directs for uninterrupted power supply with record tariff hike Sri Lanka stops power cuts after increasing electricity tariff more than double from January last year,negative,-0.971455872
"Sri Lanka industry down in January, services improve slightly: PMI",2/16/2023,Economy,"Tourism helps boost services, though retail trade down","Sri Lanka industry down in January, services improve slightly: PMI Tourism helps boost services, though retail trade down",positive,0.969657719
Sri Lanka to set up committee to solve construction industry problems,2/16/2023,Business,"Bank interest, import controls, customs duties and payment of government arrears","Sri Lanka to set up committee to solve construction industry problems Bank interest, import controls, customs duties and payment of government arrears",positive,0.55182749
Defence co-operation with Sri Lanka explored at Aero India,2/16/2023,Defence,Indra radar and Army training simulator already used in the island,Defence co-operation with Sri Lanka explored at Aero India Indra radar and Army training simulator already used in the island,negative,-0.978811443
Sri Lanka Cricket bridges gender gap in payment; raises women's match fee ,2/16/2023,Uncategorized,SLC raised the women team players' match fee to the same level of men's team. ,Sri Lanka Cricket bridges gender gap in payment; raises women's match fee  SLC raised the women team players' match fee to the same level of men's team. ,negative,-0.963313043
Sri Lanka hikes power tariffs ahead of IMF deal,2/15/2023,Energy,Tariff hike subject to conditions,Sri Lanka hikes power tariffs ahead of IMF deal Tariff hike subject to conditions,negative,-0.913738668
"Sri Lanka's economic crisis forces hospitals to delay ""elective surgeries""",2/15/2023,Health,Sri Lanka hospitals are struggling with essential drug shortage since the start of economic crisis,"Sri Lanka's economic crisis forces hospitals to delay ""elective surgeries"" Sri Lanka hospitals are struggling with essential drug shortage since the start of economic crisis",negative,-0.99001652
Sri Lanka shares close lower on weak macroeconomic sentiments,2/15/2023,Markets,"""Panic selling pressures have come in and investors are seen to be moving to more fundamentally backed shares.""","Sri Lanka shares close lower on weak macroeconomic sentiments ""Panic selling pressures have come in and investors are seen to be moving to more fundamentally backed shares.""",negative,-0.993915141
Sri Lanka bond yields end lower,2/15/2023,Uncategorized,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees,Sri Lanka bond yields end lower Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees,negative,-0.994334817
Sri Lanka sells Rs70bn in T-bill auction,2/15/2023,Bonds & Forex,Bill yields fall across maturities at auction,Sri Lanka sells Rs70bn in T-bill auction Bill yields fall across maturities at auction,negative,-0.995001018
Sri Lanka PUCSL chairman writes to CEB saying tariff hike cannot be implemented,2/15/2023,Energy,Three members of the commission have instead approved the CEB filing in full,Sri Lanka PUCSL chairman writes to CEB saying tariff hike cannot be implemented Three members of the commission have instead approved the CEB filing in full,negative,-0.997405469
Sri Lanka targets 1.55 million tourists in 2023 led by India,2/15/2023,Business,"About 260,000 Indian visitors are expected in 2023","Sri Lanka targets 1.55 million tourists in 2023 led by India About 260,000 Indian visitors are expected in 2023",positive,0.829987884
Sri Lanka plans to give TSP fertilizer below market price through gazette,2/15/2023,Agriculture,Reduced TSP usage may have led to yellowing of paddy plants,Sri Lanka plans to give TSP fertilizer below market price through gazette Reduced TSP usage may have led to yellowing of paddy plants,negative,-0.999404311
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,2/15/2023,Markets,The market generated a revenue of 1.1 billion rupees at 1200 hours. ,Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade The market generated a revenue of 1.1 billion rupees at 1200 hours. ,negative,-0.977965534
Sri Lanka bond yields down in mid-day trade,2/15/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,Sri Lanka bond yields down in mid-day trade Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,negative,-0.997712493
Fitch downgrades Pakistan to CCC amid monetary instability,2/15/2023,Economy,Pakistan is in an IMF program but has so far failed ,Fitch downgrades Pakistan to CCC amid monetary instability Pakistan is in an IMF program but has so far failed ,negative,-0.999153614
Sri Lanka poll monitor deeply concerned over postal vote halt,2/15/2023,Political News,The conduct of the Government Printer is specifically a violation of Article 104B(2) of the Constitution,Sri Lanka poll monitor deeply concerned over postal vote halt The conduct of the Government Printer is specifically a violation of Article 104B(2) of the Constitution,negative,-0.99494642
Sri Lanka electricity tariff controversy takes new turn,2/15/2023,Energy,PUCSL chairman alleges irregular attempts to approve tariff hike,Sri Lanka electricity tariff controversy takes new turn PUCSL chairman alleges irregular attempts to approve tariff hike,negative,-0.99859637
Sri Lanka and Indonesia extends air search and rescue deal,2/15/2023,Aviation,Sri Lanka and Indonesia to facilitate SAR in their flight information regions,Sri Lanka and Indonesia extends air search and rescue deal Sri Lanka and Indonesia to facilitate SAR in their flight information regions,positive,0.969974697
"IMF to meet creditors of Sri Lanka, other debt troubled nations: report",2/15/2023,Economy,"""Aims to address the current shortcomings in debt restructuring""","IMF to meet creditors of Sri Lanka, other debt troubled nations: report ""Aims to address the current shortcomings in debt restructuring""",negative,-0.595247269
Sri Lanka shares end near 4-week low,2/14/2023,Markets,"""It was further affected with the government postponing the postal elections""","Sri Lanka shares end near 4-week low ""It was further affected with the government postponing the postal elections""",negative,-0.999034643
Sri Lanka's LG poll postal voting postponed as no money released for polling card printing,2/14/2023,Politics,Ruling coalition partners are facing a defeat at the poll,Sri Lanka's LG poll postal voting postponed as no money released for polling card printing Ruling coalition partners are facing a defeat at the poll,negative,-0.999587357
Sri Lanka bond yields end higher,2/14/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,Sri Lanka bond yields end higher Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,negative,-0.991195679
Sri Lanka to ban seven single use plastic items from June ,2/14/2023,Economy,"The production, import and distribution of the items will be prohibited from June 01, 2023","Sri Lanka to ban seven single use plastic items from June  The production, import and distribution of the items will be prohibited from June 01, 2023",negative,-0.995955229
Sri Lanka to fast-track FTA with Thailand in bid to boost exports,2/14/2023,Economy,"""The only way to mitigate this is to increase dollar income and reduce outflows.""","Sri Lanka to fast-track FTA with Thailand in bid to boost exports ""The only way to mitigate this is to increase dollar income and reduce outflows.""",negative,-0.995277524
Sri Lanka to introduce new excise legislation replacing century-old ordinance,2/14/2023,Economy,The proposal was first made in the 2023 Budget when it was presented to parliament by the president.,Sri Lanka to introduce new excise legislation replacing century-old ordinance The proposal was first made in the 2023 Budget when it was presented to parliament by the president.,positive,0.636635125
Japan to grant 5 bn yen to Sri Lanka for public health sector fuel purchases,2/14/2023,Economy,"""The health sector is facing a huge financial crisis,"" the minister said.","Japan to grant 5 bn yen to Sri Lanka for public health sector fuel purchases ""The health sector is facing a huge financial crisis,"" the minister said.",negative,-0.987206995
Sri Lanka's mid day shares down,2/14/2023,Markets,"Top losers at 1200 hours were Soft Logic Life, IOC and NDB.","Sri Lanka's mid day shares down Top losers at 1200 hours were Soft Logic Life, IOC and NDB.",negative,-0.995713472
Sri Lanka bond yields mixed at open,2/14/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,Sri Lanka bond yields mixed at open Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,negative,-0.997718453
Sri Lanka cabinet clears bill for new monetary law,2/14/2023,Economy,To be published in the gazette,Sri Lanka cabinet clears bill for new monetary law To be published in the gazette,negative,-0.90776813
Sri Lanka state to purchase paddy to keep farm-gate prices up,2/14/2023,Agriculture,Rs 100 for rice with moisture content below 14-pct and 88 rupees for paddy with 22-pct moisture,Sri Lanka state to purchase paddy to keep farm-gate prices up Rs 100 for rice with moisture content below 14-pct and 88 rupees for paddy with 22-pct moisture,negative,-0.988569438
"S & P confirms Sri Lanka 'SD' rating, local currency negative on  DDR fears",2/14/2023,Economy,The local currency rating has a negative outlook,"S & P confirms Sri Lanka 'SD' rating, local currency negative on  DDR fears The local currency rating has a negative outlook",negative,-0.99824357
"Under pressure, Sri Lanka President provides relief measures ahead of LG polls ",2/13/2023,Politics,Millions of Sri Lankans are forced to forego a meal daily due to the current economic crisis,"Under pressure, Sri Lanka President provides relief measures ahead of LG polls  Millions of Sri Lankans are forced to forego a meal daily due to the current economic crisis",positive,0.951149404
S&P downgrades SriLankan Airlines bond to 'D',2/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,Both the SriLankan bond and government international sovereign bonds are rated 'D',S&P downgrades SriLankan Airlines bond to 'D' Both the SriLankan bond and government international sovereign bonds are rated 'D',negative,-0.994018197
Sri Lanka's shares close at over 3-wk low; foreigners sell amid IMF deal woes,2/13/2023,Markets,All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell 1.65 percent to its lowest close since January 20. ,Sri Lanka's shares close at over 3-wk low; foreigners sell amid IMF deal woes All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell 1.65 percent to its lowest close since January 20. ,negative,-0.999586046
Sri Lanka event managers explore India-led wedding tourism for more dollars,2/13/2023,Tourism,Sri Lanka aims for $2.8 billion revenue from tourism this year.,Sri Lanka event managers explore India-led wedding tourism for more dollars Sri Lanka aims for $2.8 billion revenue from tourism this year.,positive,0.972439587
Sri Lanka bond yields mixed at close,2/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees,Sri Lanka bond yields mixed at close Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees,negative,-0.996412218
"Sri Lanka opposition leader lambasts govt for tax policy, interest rates, utility tariff hike",2/13/2023,Economy,"“The ali pohottu kaputu government is burdening the people with taxes.""","Sri Lanka opposition leader lambasts govt for tax policy, interest rates, utility tariff hike “The ali pohottu kaputu government is burdening the people with taxes.""",negative,-0.988795161
Sri Lanka's shares fall in mid day trade,2/13/2023,Markets,The market generated a slow turnover of 590 million rupees. ,Sri Lanka's shares fall in mid day trade The market generated a slow turnover of 590 million rupees. ,negative,-0.997786522
"Sri Lanka bond yields open higher, rupee unchanged",2/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,"Sri Lanka bond yields open higher, rupee unchanged Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD",negative,-0.986843765
Sri Lanka state credit overtakes private sector in latest currency crisis: analysis,2/13/2023,Economy,The state of state and SOE credit rises to 123 percent of private credit from around 25 percent two decades,Sri Lanka state credit overtakes private sector in latest currency crisis: analysis The state of state and SOE credit rises to 123 percent of private credit from around 25 percent two decades,negative,-0.648391843
Sri Lanka customs seize 206 star tortoises,2/12/2023,Aviation,Tortoises were packed in 6 Styrofoam boxes labelled as 'Dried Sea Foods',Sri Lanka customs seize 206 star tortoises Tortoises were packed in 6 Styrofoam boxes labelled as 'Dried Sea Foods',negative,-0.995042562
Sri Lanka national dies in Türkiye earthquake,2/12/2023,Environment,Rescue workers hampered by shortage of equipment to move debris,Sri Lanka national dies in Türkiye earthquake Rescue workers hampered by shortage of equipment to move debris,negative,-0.999108732
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea prices fall for the third week,2/12/2023,Agriculture,Total offered quantity was down to 4.5 million kilograms from 5 million kilograms a week ago.,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea prices fall for the third week Total offered quantity was down to 4.5 million kilograms from 5 million kilograms a week ago.,negative,-0.99845171
"Sri Lanka Chamber urges IMF to proceed, China to give full debt assurances",2/12/2023,Economic Crisis,The Ceylon Chamber would like to urge the IMF to consider the assurances received thus far,"Sri Lanka Chamber urges IMF to proceed, China to give full debt assurances The Ceylon Chamber would like to urge the IMF to consider the assurances received thus far",positive,0.527220607
People's Convention on Good Governance to hold forum,2/12/2023,Political News,Organization says was set up during the crisis of 2022,People's Convention on Good Governance to hold forum Organization says was set up during the crisis of 2022,negative,-0.835461318
Sri Lanka Coconut auction prices fall 2.5-pct,2/12/2023,Agriculture,"The highest price was 83,800 rupees and the lowest was 68,000 for 1,000 nuts","Sri Lanka Coconut auction prices fall 2.5-pct The highest price was 83,800 rupees and the lowest was 68,000 for 1,000 nuts",negative,-0.991167128
Sri Lanka to settle contractor arrears with bonds in cash crisis,2/12/2023,Economy,"Bonds to be settled with allocations in 2024, 2025 and 2026","Sri Lanka to settle contractor arrears with bonds in cash crisis Bonds to be settled with allocations in 2024, 2025 and 2026",negative,-0.863042533
Sri Lanka gives Ceylon tea to Turkiye earthquake survivors,2/12/2023,Environment,"Over 25,000 have been confirmed dead from the earthquake so far in Turkey and Syria","Sri Lanka gives Ceylon tea to Turkiye earthquake survivors Over 25,000 have been confirmed dead from the earthquake so far in Turkey and Syria",negative,-0.974599063
Sri Lanka's egg producers grumble over forced price reduction,2/11/2023,Trade,Egg prices jumped to as high as 70 rupees in December,Sri Lanka's egg producers grumble over forced price reduction Egg prices jumped to as high as 70 rupees in December,negative,-0.996342599
Sri Lanka worker remittances jump in January after record labour migration,2/11/2023,Employment,Foreign workers shifted to black market to send their remittances from Dec 2021 after CB kept rupee artificially up,Sri Lanka worker remittances jump in January after record labour migration Foreign workers shifted to black market to send their remittances from Dec 2021 after CB kept rupee artificially up,negative,-0.979430556
Sri Lanka President launches assembled Hyundai car amid economic crisis,2/11/2023,Business,The introduction of this vehicle takes place at a time when Sri Lanka's economy collapsed,Sri Lanka President launches assembled Hyundai car amid economic crisis The introduction of this vehicle takes place at a time when Sri Lanka's economy collapsed,negative,-0.974222243
"Sri Lanka bond yields up, kerb dollar strengthens to Rs365.00/366.50",2/11/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rates edged up Friday,"Sri Lanka bond yields up, kerb dollar strengthens to Rs365.00/366.50 Rates edged up Friday",positive,0.943270147
Sri Lanka sees India-led MICE tourism boom amid recovery ,2/10/2023,Tourism,Sri Lanka has seen a recovery in tourist arrivals after last year's political and economic crisis,Sri Lanka sees India-led MICE tourism boom amid recovery  Sri Lanka has seen a recovery in tourist arrivals after last year's political and economic crisis,positive,0.991213858
Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata lose Rs8.2bn in Dec quarter,2/10/2023,Markets,Group invests Rs52bn in infrastructure and helps govt collect Rs35bn in taxes in 2022,Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata lose Rs8.2bn in Dec quarter Group invests Rs52bn in infrastructure and helps govt collect Rs35bn in taxes in 2022,negative,-0.987002015
  Sri Lanka's NTB launches digital banking platform ,2/10/2023,Banking,Sri Lanka banks have increasingly focused on digital banking since COVID19-pandemic,  Sri Lanka's NTB launches digital banking platform  Sri Lanka banks have increasingly focused on digital banking since COVID19-pandemic,positive,0.953853369
Sri Lanka's minor tremor posts no danger - NBRO,2/10/2023,Disaster,"The tremor was experienced at around 12.11 PM today, as per the Geological Survey & Mines Bureau (GSMB). ","Sri Lanka's minor tremor posts no danger - NBRO The tremor was experienced at around 12.11 PM today, as per the Geological Survey & Mines Bureau (GSMB). ",negative,-0.951333642
Sri Lanka Supreme Court clears Local Government poll hurdle; but uncertainty remains ,2/10/2023,Polls,Analysts expect a defeat for the government's coalition partners in the up coming polls if held as scheduled. ,Sri Lanka Supreme Court clears Local Government poll hurdle; but uncertainty remains  Analysts expect a defeat for the government's coalition partners in the up coming polls if held as scheduled. ,negative,-0.998384714
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,2/10/2023,Markets,"Top losers during 1130 hours were DFCC, LIOC and Aitken Spence.","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade Top losers during 1130 hours were DFCC, LIOC and Aitken Spence.",negative,-0.996127307
Cash-strapped SriLankan grounds three planes over engine trouble,2/10/2023,Aviation,For several months we have not had the money to fix the engines,Cash-strapped SriLankan grounds three planes over engine trouble For several months we have not had the money to fix the engines,negative,-0.999216318
Sri Lanka parliament Committee on Public Finance members nominated,2/10/2023,Political News,.,Sri Lanka parliament Committee on Public Finance members nominated .,positive,0.99661094
IMF mission leaves Pakistan without completing EFF review,2/10/2023,Economy,"With reserves at critical levels, the Pakistan rupee has been floated to eliminate anchor conflicts","IMF mission leaves Pakistan without completing EFF review With reserves at critical levels, the Pakistan rupee has been floated to eliminate anchor conflicts",negative,-0.993111849
"Paris Club ok, Sri Lanka still needs 'adequate assurances' from others: IMF",2/10/2023,Economy,IMF program can approved after remaining creditors give assurances,"Paris Club ok, Sri Lanka still needs 'adequate assurances' from others: IMF IMF program can approved after remaining creditors give assurances",negative,-0.989258707
Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence Hotel Holdings lose Rs223mn in Dec quarter,2/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,Overseas operations in profits in nine months,Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence Hotel Holdings lose Rs223mn in Dec quarter Overseas operations in profits in nine months,negative,-0.997428596
SriLankan Airlines defaults on bond interest,2/10/2023,Aviation,The airline had serviced the previous coupon out of its own revenues ,SriLankan Airlines defaults on bond interest The airline had serviced the previous coupon out of its own revenues ,negative,-0.995544612
Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon upgraded to CC from RD,2/9/2023,Banking,The upgrade comes from BOC's improved foreign-currency liquidity position since June 2022,Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon upgraded to CC from RD The upgrade comes from BOC's improved foreign-currency liquidity position since June 2022,positive,0.986709237
Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka Rs365mn in the red as Fed tightens,2/9/2023,Business,The Group observed capacity underutilization in all three plants due to the softness in the market,Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka Rs365mn in the red as Fed tightens The Group observed capacity underutilization in all three plants due to the softness in the market,negative,-0.983922005
Sri Lanka Health Ministry takes U-turn on Pfizer vaccine expiry date ,2/9/2023,Health,Around 6 million Pfizer vaccines remain as most Sri Lankans showed reluctance to have booster doses ,Sri Lanka Health Ministry takes U-turn on Pfizer vaccine expiry date  Around 6 million Pfizer vaccines remain as most Sri Lankans showed reluctance to have booster doses ,negative,-0.989299893
"Sri Lanka bond yields close higher, rupee steady",2/9/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 4 cents to 361.92 rupees against the U...,"Sri Lanka bond yields close higher, rupee steady Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 4 cents to 361.92 rupees against the U...",positive,0.957811594
Sri Lanka ETF law to be changed for private worker health insurance,2/9/2023,Economy,ETF fund needs to be amended,Sri Lanka ETF law to be changed for private worker health insurance ETF fund needs to be amended,negative,-0.98554033
SriLanka to ramp up China flights from April as tourism resumes,2/9/2023,Aviation,"Thrice a week flight to Beijing and Shanghai, extra flight to Guangzhou","SriLanka to ramp up China flights from April as tourism resumes Thrice a week flight to Beijing and Shanghai, extra flight to Guangzhou",positive,0.953639507
"Sri Lanka ethnic issue: Sirisena says majority support essential, calls for all-party govt",2/9/2023,International Relations,"“Nothing the Buddhist monks are opposed to can ever be attempted,” said Sirisena.","Sri Lanka ethnic issue: Sirisena says majority support essential, calls for all-party govt “Nothing the Buddhist monks are opposed to can ever be attempted,” said Sirisena.",positive,0.971149087
Sri Lanka’s mid-day shares edged down,2/9/2023,Markets,The market generated a slow revenue of 596 million rupees.,Sri Lanka’s mid-day shares edged down The market generated a slow revenue of 596 million rupees.,negative,-0.997283101
Sri Lanka's A H M Fowzie returns to parliament replacing SJB's Mujibur Rahuman,2/9/2023,Politics,"Fowzie secured 48,701 votes from the party's Colombo District list at the 2020 parliamentary polls.","Sri Lanka's A H M Fowzie returns to parliament replacing SJB's Mujibur Rahuman Fowzie secured 48,701 votes from the party's Colombo District list at the 2020 parliamentary polls.",positive,0.994355679
"Sri Lanka plantations minister moves to increase wages for tea, rubber estate workers",2/9/2023,Economy,"""With the rise in cost of living, a fair wage must be sought with government intervention,"" he said.","Sri Lanka plantations minister moves to increase wages for tea, rubber estate workers ""With the rise in cost of living, a fair wage must be sought with government intervention,"" he said.",negative,-0.980285406
Sri Lanka bond yields steady at open,2/9/2023,Bonds & Forex,CBSL guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by four cents to 361.92 rupees against the USD,Sri Lanka bond yields steady at open CBSL guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by four cents to 361.92 rupees against the USD,positive,0.721207559
How Sri Lanka's electricity tariffs are expected to be revised: interview,2/9/2023,Energy,There have been claims and counter claims about hiking tariffs and costs,How Sri Lanka's electricity tariffs are expected to be revised: interview There have been claims and counter claims about hiking tariffs and costs,negative,-0.990939498
"How Sri Lanka rejected Singapore monetary advice and politicians, people paid the price",2/9/2023,Bellwether,"Call from Goh, Shenoy to provide sound money discarded in favour of depreciation, flexible regimes","How Sri Lanka rejected Singapore monetary advice and politicians, people paid the price Call from Goh, Shenoy to provide sound money discarded in favour of depreciation, flexible regimes",negative,-0.99805522
Thousands of Sri Lankans protest against tax hike,2/8/2023,Economy,"If the government fails to respond, the unions will bring the country to a standstill.","Thousands of Sri Lankans protest against tax hike If the government fails to respond, the unions will bring the country to a standstill.",positive,0.996363819
Sri Lanka stocks edge up after President’s policy statement amid protests ,2/8/2023,Markets,"If protests resurface this will pull down investors momentum towards shares, the analyst said. ","Sri Lanka stocks edge up after President’s policy statement amid protests  If protests resurface this will pull down investors momentum towards shares, the analyst said. ",negative,-0.988218129
Sri Lanka opposition mum as monks burn India-backed constitutional amendment,2/8/2023,Politics,"“He won’t bring it. He plays this game every time. He wants to set fire to this country and protect his power,” he...","Sri Lanka opposition mum as monks burn India-backed constitutional amendment “He won’t bring it. He plays this game every time. He wants to set fire to this country and protect his power,” he...",negative,-0.92546916
Sri Lanka rejects Chinese TSP fertilizer over quality concerns,2/8/2023,Agriculture,Fertilizer would reach the country by the second week of February.,Sri Lanka rejects Chinese TSP fertilizer over quality concerns Fertilizer would reach the country by the second week of February.,negative,-0.986830711
"Amid protests, Sri Lanka relaxes taxes partially on non-cash benefits",2/8/2023,Economic Crisis,Tax exemptions come after a series of street protests ,"Amid protests, Sri Lanka relaxes taxes partially on non-cash benefits Tax exemptions come after a series of street protests ",negative,-0.987105608
Sri Lanka bond yields steady at close; rupee unchanged,2/8/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.96 rupees against the USD,Sri Lanka bond yields steady at close; rupee unchanged Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.96 rupees against the USD,negative,-0.985576034
Sri Lanka sells only Rs53bn in T-bill auction,2/8/2023,Bonds & Forex,Debt office Offered 100 billion rupee worth of t-bills,Sri Lanka sells only Rs53bn in T-bill auction Debt office Offered 100 billion rupee worth of t-bills,negative,-0.99329114
"Sri Lanka reconciliation: Vigneswaran backs president, wants monks not to interfere",2/8/2023,Politics,"President Wickremesinghe has a clear vision for the country which must be supported, said Vigneswaran.","Sri Lanka reconciliation: Vigneswaran backs president, wants monks not to interfere President Wickremesinghe has a clear vision for the country which must be supported, said Vigneswaran.",positive,0.989584625
Sri Lanka to lose Rs63bn if personal tax threshold doubled from US$9 a day,2/8/2023,Economy,IMF has suggested income tax at  US$4 a day.,Sri Lanka to lose Rs63bn if personal tax threshold doubled from US$9 a day IMF has suggested income tax at  US$4 a day.,negative,-0.999340713
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,2/8/2023,Markets,The market generated a revenue of 586 million rupees within the first hour of trade.,Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade The market generated a revenue of 586 million rupees within the first hour of trade.,positive,0.939974725
Sri Lanka on right path to emerge from bankruptcy by 2026: President,2/8/2023,Economy,"However, if we continue according to this plan, we can rise out of bankruptcy by 2026","Sri Lanka on right path to emerge from bankruptcy by 2026: President However, if we continue according to this plan, we can rise out of bankruptcy by 2026",negative,-0.858053684
Sri Lanka president reiterates commitment to devolution within unitary state,2/8/2023,Politics,"""I wish to reiterate a fact that has been emphasised on many occasions. There will be no division of the country.""","Sri Lanka president reiterates commitment to devolution within unitary state ""I wish to reiterate a fact that has been emphasised on many occasions. There will be no division of the country.""",positive,0.915252924
Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-day trade,2/8/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.96 rupees,Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-day trade Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.96 rupees,positive,0.828189075
Crisis hit Sri Lanka offers support to Turkiye,2/8/2023,Economy,"The earthquake that recorded a magnitude of 7.8 has killed around 7,962 in Turkey and Syria.","Crisis hit Sri Lanka offers support to Turkiye The earthquake that recorded a magnitude of 7.8 has killed around 7,962 in Turkey and Syria.",negative,-0.756104469
Sri Lanka talking to China to get similar assurance with other creditors: President,2/8/2023,Economy,We are in direct discussions with China,Sri Lanka talking to China to get similar assurance with other creditors: President We are in direct discussions with China,negative,-0.877134204
Sri Lanka President addresses parliament - Full text,2/8/2023,Political News,Country can emerge from bankdruptcy faster if all work together,Sri Lanka President addresses parliament - Full text Country can emerge from bankdruptcy faster if all work together,negative,-0.632654488
Sri Lanka foreign reserves rise to 2.1bn dollars in Jan 2023,2/8/2023,Economy,Since India stopped deferring ACU payments the central bank had been able to buy dollars net from banks,Sri Lanka foreign reserves rise to 2.1bn dollars in Jan 2023 Since India stopped deferring ACU payments the central bank had been able to buy dollars net from banks,negative,-0.975965738
Sri Lanka may discuss changes amid progressive tax protests,2/8/2023,Economy,High income taxes a measure to take the country out of currency crisis,Sri Lanka may discuss changes amid progressive tax protests High income taxes a measure to take the country out of currency crisis,positive,0.883087575
"Paris Club, Hungary says provided Sri Lanka debt assurances, urges China to follow",2/7/2023,Economy,Says Saudi Arabia will also provide assurances soon,"Paris Club, Hungary says provided Sri Lanka debt assurances, urges China to follow Says Saudi Arabia will also provide assurances soon",positive,0.844223738
Paris Club members agree to negotiate Sri Lanka debt restructure: president's office,2/7/2023,Economy,"The Paris Club members urged other official bilateral creditors, including China, to do the same, the statement said.","Paris Club members agree to negotiate Sri Lanka debt restructure: president's office The Paris Club members urged other official bilateral creditors, including China, to do the same, the statement said.",positive,0.571097612
Sri Lanka inks deal with GGGI for green finance and advice,2/7/2023,Environment,GGGI can support green projects and financing,Sri Lanka inks deal with GGGI for green finance and advice GGGI can support green projects and financing,positive,0.979726136
Sri Lanka bond Yields end higher,2/7/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.96 rupees,Sri Lanka bond Yields end higher Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.96 rupees,negative,-0.980970144
"Sri Lanka's rising political risks amid uncertain polls, IMF deal drag ",2/7/2023,Debt Restructuring,Sri Lanka sees new political risks since its sovereign debt default ,"Sri Lanka's rising political risks amid uncertain polls, IMF deal drag  Sri Lanka sees new political risks since its sovereign debt default ",negative,-0.996991396
Sri Lanka exporters looking for diversified markets ahead of global recession,2/7/2023,Agriculture,"Five markets are showing potential including Canada, India, China, Australia, and Japan.","Sri Lanka exporters looking for diversified markets ahead of global recession Five markets are showing potential including Canada, India, China, Australia, and Japan.",positive,0.998864889
Scrap metal extraction from X-Press Pearl wreck subject to CESS levy: Sri Lanka,2/7/2023,Economy,A discussion was held with President Ranil Wickremesinghe on the matter on Monday.,Scrap metal extraction from X-Press Pearl wreck subject to CESS levy: Sri Lanka A discussion was held with President Ranil Wickremesinghe on the matter on Monday.,negative,-0.987742782
Sri Lanka starts rage room to vent frustrations as economic crisis bites,2/7/2023,Economy,"""The rage room was introduced as an addition to the leisure and entertainment market.""","Sri Lanka starts rage room to vent frustrations as economic crisis bites ""The rage room was introduced as an addition to the leisure and entertainment market.""",negative,-0.992294788
Sri Lanka president accepts resignation of election commission member,2/7/2023,Politics,There was some uncertainty over whether the president would accept the election commission member's resignation.,Sri Lanka president accepts resignation of election commission member There was some uncertainty over whether the president would accept the election commission member's resignation.,negative,-0.995710492
Sri Lanka to re-base CCPI and NCPI indices,2/7/2023,Economy,New base years for both indices,Sri Lanka to re-base CCPI and NCPI indices New base years for both indices,negative,-0.997550428
Sri Lanka's shares fall as investors wait for further IMF assurances,2/7/2023,Markets,The market generated a revenue of 1 billion rupees within the first hour of trade. ,Sri Lanka's shares fall as investors wait for further IMF assurances The market generated a revenue of 1 billion rupees within the first hour of trade. ,negative,-0.999411941
Sri Lanka bond yields open higher,2/7/2023,Bonds & Forex,"""Investors are waiting for an assurance on the IMF deal""","Sri Lanka bond yields open higher ""Investors are waiting for an assurance on the IMF deal""",positive,0.920322001
"Sri Lanka to close 55 project offices, suspend others to cut costs",2/7/2023,Economy,"Due to the current situation we cannot maintain, and salaries of the staff is above average in these offices","Sri Lanka to close 55 project offices, suspend others to cut costs Due to the current situation we cannot maintain, and salaries of the staff is above average in these offices",negative,-0.557430148
Sri Lanka exporters foxed as severe monetary instability hits Pakistan,2/7/2023,Economy,Net foreign assets of SBP also negative,Sri Lanka exporters foxed as severe monetary instability hits Pakistan Net foreign assets of SBP also negative,negative,-0.999485612
Sri Lanka finance companies asked to get new ratings after ICRA closure,2/7/2023,Banking,Finance Companies are required to have a rating,Sri Lanka finance companies asked to get new ratings after ICRA closure Finance Companies are required to have a rating,negative,-0.989130735
Sri Lanka Railways to seek PPPs to boost revenue streams,2/6/2023,General Services,"""And we cannot expect and do not hope for money from the government.""","Sri Lanka Railways to seek PPPs to boost revenue streams ""And we cannot expect and do not hope for money from the government.""",negative,-0.992427886
Sri Lanka’s doctors distribute anti-tax hike leaflets to train commuters,2/6/2023,Economy,Doctors in Sri Lanka in general earn higher salaries than the average train commuter,Sri Lanka’s doctors distribute anti-tax hike leaflets to train commuters Doctors in Sri Lanka in general earn higher salaries than the average train commuter,negative,-0.960292816
Sri Lanka bond Yields end steady,2/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by one cent to 361.96 rupees,Sri Lanka bond Yields end steady Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by one cent to 361.96 rupees,positive,0.993828118
Sri Lanka hopes to ease medicine shortages as more supplies come in,2/6/2023,Economy,"And we have placed orders for 862 pharmaceuticals and 1,596 surgical items","Sri Lanka hopes to ease medicine shortages as more supplies come in And we have placed orders for 862 pharmaceuticals and 1,596 surgical items",negative,-0.988628864
"Sri Lanka Transport Board expansion will reduce passengers, says private bus grouping",2/6/2023,Economy,SLTB plans to include 500 more buses from through an India credit line in 2023 and so far 125 buses have been added.,"Sri Lanka Transport Board expansion will reduce passengers, says private bus grouping SLTB plans to include 500 more buses from through an India credit line in 2023 and so far 125 buses have been added.",negative,-0.987238824
Sri Lanka's shares fall in mid day,2/6/2023,Markets,A revenue of 1 billion rupees was generated within the first hour of trade.,Sri Lanka's shares fall in mid day A revenue of 1 billion rupees was generated within the first hour of trade.,negative,-0.989366829
Sri Lanka bond yields steady at open,2/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,Commercial banks offered dollars for telegraphic transfers at 370.35 rupees on Monday,Sri Lanka bond yields steady at open Commercial banks offered dollars for telegraphic transfers at 370.35 rupees on Monday,positive,0.932399511
Sri Lanka private credit negative for seventh month as China assurances awaited,2/6/2023,Banking,Government credit continues to go up despite tax increases,Sri Lanka private credit negative for seventh month as China assurances awaited Government credit continues to go up despite tax increases,negative,-0.998654723
Sri Lanka's banks may have to re-structure loans caught in progressive tax,2/6/2023,Banking,Salaried SOE executives and port workers are protesting,Sri Lanka's banks may have to re-structure loans caught in progressive tax Salaried SOE executives and port workers are protesting,negative,-0.999434054
Sri Lanka to address SME tax problems at first opportunity: State Minister,2/5/2023,Business,"VAT and SSCL are effectively paid by customers, but the SSCL is a cascading tax that makes running businesses difficult.","Sri Lanka to address SME tax problems at first opportunity: State Minister VAT and SSCL are effectively paid by customers, but the SSCL is a cascading tax that makes running businesses difficult.",negative,-0.985451519
Sri Lanka revenues Rs158.7bn in Jan 2023 up 51-pct,2/5/2023,Economy,In January 2022 total revenues were Rs104.5 billion according to central bank data.,Sri Lanka revenues Rs158.7bn in Jan 2023 up 51-pct In January 2022 total revenues were Rs104.5 billion according to central bank data.,negative,-0.527614772
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea prices down for second week,2/5/2023,Agriculture,The tea prices are down for two weeks in a row.,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea prices down for second week The tea prices are down for two weeks in a row.,negative,-0.999153376
Sri Lanka appoints commissioner to replace a resigned PUCSL member,2/5/2023,Energy,PUCSL was hit by resignations amid disputes over a tariff hike and other decisions.,Sri Lanka appoints commissioner to replace a resigned PUCSL member PUCSL was hit by resignations amid disputes over a tariff hike and other decisions.,negative,-0.999655128
In Sri Lanka reserve money expansion is 'proper' money printing: CB Governor,2/5/2023,Economy,In Sri Lanka reserve money jumps the day after an SRR rate is changed,In Sri Lanka reserve money expansion is 'proper' money printing: CB Governor In Sri Lanka reserve money jumps the day after an SRR rate is changed,negative,-0.980319679
Sri Lanka’s Litro Gas hikes cooking gas price by 7.5-pct,2/5/2023,Business,Litro Gas is raising fuel through a price formula every month to prevent losses and borrowings,Sri Lanka’s Litro Gas hikes cooking gas price by 7.5-pct Litro Gas is raising fuel through a price formula every month to prevent losses and borrowings,negative,-0.986776531
Sri Lanka Coconut auction prices down 6.7-pct,2/5/2023,Agriculture,"The average prices reached 84,116.85 rupees in mid-January 2023","Sri Lanka Coconut auction prices down 6.7-pct The average prices reached 84,116.85 rupees in mid-January 2023",negative,-0.99294138
Sri Lanka doing assets quality review of banks: CB Governor,2/5/2023,Banking,So called Stage 3 loans have hit 10.9-pct by the 3rd quarter,Sri Lanka doing assets quality review of banks: CB Governor So called Stage 3 loans have hit 10.9-pct by the 3rd quarter,negative,-0.995612741
Sri Lanka President's address to the nation- Full text,2/4/2023,Political News,Promises maximum devolution in unitary state,Sri Lanka President's address to the nation- Full text Promises maximum devolution in unitary state,positive,0.841121495
"Sri Lanka critical on independence day, opportunity to rectify our errors: President",2/4/2023,Economy,An opportunity not only to review our strengths and gains as a  nation but also to rectify our errors and failure,"Sri Lanka critical on independence day, opportunity to rectify our errors: President An opportunity not only to review our strengths and gains as a  nation but also to rectify our errors and failure",positive,0.995622098
Sri Lanka welcomes sovereign bondholders' letter to IMF,2/4/2023,Debt Restructuring,Sri Lanka's debt restructuring dragged as financial assurance from all bilateral creditors are yet to be reached,Sri Lanka welcomes sovereign bondholders' letter to IMF Sri Lanka's debt restructuring dragged as financial assurance from all bilateral creditors are yet to be reached,negative,-0.614212036
China says it will discuss Sri Lanka debt re-structuring during two-year moratorium,2/4/2023,Economy,.,China says it will discuss Sri Lanka debt re-structuring during two-year moratorium .,negative,-0.877144635
Sri Lanka to erase Slave Island tag 178 years after British abolished slavery in Ceylon,2/3/2023,Legal,"The Ceylon Government finally abolished slavery in 1844, after breaking the institution through several gazettes.","Sri Lanka to erase Slave Island tag 178 years after British abolished slavery in Ceylon The Ceylon Government finally abolished slavery in 1844, after breaking the institution through several gazettes.",negative,-0.932133734
Sri Lanka bond yields close lower,2/3/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 17 cents to 361.97 rupees,Sri Lanka bond yields close lower Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 17 cents to 361.97 rupees,negative,-0.998345017
"Sri Lanka shares end at 4-month high on high turnover, foreign buying; Paris Club news helps",2/3/2023,Markets,The positive sentiment helped to boost both market turnover and net foreign buying to their highest in six week. ,"Sri Lanka shares end at 4-month high on high turnover, foreign buying; Paris Club news helps The positive sentiment helped to boost both market turnover and net foreign buying to their highest in six week. ",positive,0.999214053
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Cold Stores sees 315 mln rupee loss in 2022 December quarter,2/3/2023,Business,The manufacturing cost for the period increased to 261 million,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Cold Stores sees 315 mln rupee loss in 2022 December quarter The manufacturing cost for the period increased to 261 million,negative,-0.997151732
Sri Lanka opposition leader bemoans at social media critics; alleges of defeating him in 2019 polls,2/3/2023,Politics,Premadasa is aspiring to become the next Sri Lankan leader; some expect his party could have a landslide in LG polls,Sri Lanka opposition leader bemoans at social media critics; alleges of defeating him in 2019 polls Premadasa is aspiring to become the next Sri Lankan leader; some expect his party could have a landslide in LG polls,negative,-0.975545108
US President Biden wishes Sri Lanka on 75-years of self-determination,2/3/2023,Political News,.,US President Biden wishes Sri Lanka on 75-years of self-determination .,positive,0.996074975
Sri Lanka sovereign bond holders write to the IMF,2/3/2023,Economy,Raises matter relating to domestic debt restructuring and economic assumptions,Sri Lanka sovereign bond holders write to the IMF Raises matter relating to domestic debt restructuring and economic assumptions,negative,-0.934099615
Sri Lanka bond yields open lower,2/3/2023,Bonds & Forex,Guidance peg marginally up,Sri Lanka bond yields open lower Guidance peg marginally up,negative,-0.973342359
Sri Lanka projects 2.69mn tonnes of  paddy in Maha 2023 season,2/3/2023,Agriculture,More paddy could have been planted in January 2023,Sri Lanka projects 2.69mn tonnes of  paddy in Maha 2023 season More paddy could have been planted in January 2023,negative,-0.984589279
Paris Club communicates on Sri Lanka debt re-structuring with IMF: report,2/3/2023,General Economy,India was the first to give acceptable debt assurances to the IMF,Paris Club communicates on Sri Lanka debt re-structuring with IMF: report India was the first to give acceptable debt assurances to the IMF,positive,0.989217639
Sri Lanka in top 10 most Instagrammable list of US travel website,2/2/2023,Tourism,Sri Lanka sees rise in tourist arrivals in January ,Sri Lanka in top 10 most Instagrammable list of US travel website Sri Lanka sees rise in tourist arrivals in January ,positive,0.990578592
Sri Lanka shares touch 3-1/2-month high on IMF deal hopes,2/2/2023,Markets,"The index crossed 9,000 mark.","Sri Lanka shares touch 3-1/2-month high on IMF deal hopes The index crossed 9,000 mark.",negative,-0.88403815
Sri Lanka sees booming e-commerce amid constraints - report,2/2/2023,Economy,Mistrust over payment and lack of knowledge on online transaction have been barriers for e-commerce,Sri Lanka sees booming e-commerce amid constraints - report Mistrust over payment and lack of knowledge on online transaction have been barriers for e-commerce,negative,-0.602315426
Sri Lanka to promote Ramayana sites to attract Indian tourists,2/2/2023,Economy,There will be more tourists to visit Ramayana sites in the future than Buddhist places in the country. ,Sri Lanka to promote Ramayana sites to attract Indian tourists There will be more tourists to visit Ramayana sites in the future than Buddhist places in the country. ,positive,0.743298769
"Sri Lanka issues Rs1,000 coin, Rs50 stamp to mark 75-years of self-determination",2/2/2023,Economy,Commemorative coin available for sale from March 2023,"Sri Lanka issues Rs1,000 coin, Rs50 stamp to mark 75-years of self-determination Commemorative coin available for sale from March 2023",positive,0.801294029
Sri Lanka bond yields close lower,2/2/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.14 rupees,Sri Lanka bond yields close lower Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.14 rupees,negative,-0.997226775
"Sri Lanka gets 102,000 tourists in January 2023",2/2/2023,Economy,"Russia, UK, India and Germany remain the top three source markets since 2022.","Sri Lanka gets 102,000 tourists in January 2023 Russia, UK, India and Germany remain the top three source markets since 2022.",positive,0.999133408
Sri Lanka firms target agro exports with German backing,2/2/2023,Economy,"International Green Week draws over 400,000 visitors","Sri Lanka firms target agro exports with German backing International Green Week draws over 400,000 visitors",positive,0.996546328
Sri Lanka's shares gain in mid day trade,2/2/2023,Markets,"""The current economic environment is pushing the index up, especially the banking counters,"" an analyst said. ","Sri Lanka's shares gain in mid day trade ""The current economic environment is pushing the index up, especially the banking counters,"" an analyst said. ",positive,0.973380208
Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port says cruise calls rising,2/2/2023,Business,Three vessels call in January,Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port says cruise calls rising Three vessels call in January,positive,0.509271443
Sri Lanka bond yields mixed at open,2/2/2023,Bonds & Forex,"""However the market is dull a day after the bill auction,"" a dealer said.","Sri Lanka bond yields mixed at open ""However the market is dull a day after the bill auction,"" a dealer said.",negative,-0.99928844
"Sri Lanka can up exports, workers can get inflation linked wages on small holder model:  PA",2/2/2023,Agriculture,.,"Sri Lanka can up exports, workers can get inflation linked wages on small holder model:  PA .",negative,-0.960832536
"US wants to see credible, specific assurances from China for Sri Lanka's IMF deal ",2/2/2023,Debt Restructuring,The top US State Dept official said what China has offered so far is not enough. ,"US wants to see credible, specific assurances from China for Sri Lanka's IMF deal  The top US State Dept official said what China has offered so far is not enough. ",negative,-0.999126494
"Fed hikes rates 25bp, to continue shrinking reserve money",2/2/2023,Economy,Reserve balance rate raised to 4.65-pct,"Fed hikes rates 25bp, to continue shrinking reserve money Reserve balance rate raised to 4.65-pct",negative,-0.994774163
Sri Lanka raises petrol price as government looks for more revenue measures ,2/2/2023,Energy,The price revision comes as the island nation is in discussion for a $2.9 billion IMF loan ,Sri Lanka raises petrol price as government looks for more revenue measures  The price revision comes as the island nation is in discussion for a $2.9 billion IMF loan ,negative,-0.995648324
Sri Lanka coconut prices ease at auction,2/1/2023,Agriculture,"The average price for 1,000 nuts fell to 80.811.89 from 84,116.85","Sri Lanka coconut prices ease at auction The average price for 1,000 nuts fell to 80.811.89 from 84,116.85",negative,-0.996595204
Sri Lanka shares edge up at close,2/1/2023,Markets,"""So, the market is not falling sharply,” market analyst said.","Sri Lanka shares edge up at close ""So, the market is not falling sharply,” market analyst said.",positive,0.988909423
Sri Lanka bond yields down at close,2/1/2023,Bonds & Forex,"""This can be a signal to the market saying the rates will go down in the future.""","Sri Lanka bond yields down at close ""This can be a signal to the market saying the rates will go down in the future.""",negative,-0.997476637
Sri Lanka bill auction hits pothole after 2025 bond spike,2/1/2023,Bonds & Forex,Only Rs45bn out of Rs120bn sold,Sri Lanka bill auction hits pothole after 2025 bond spike Only Rs45bn out of Rs120bn sold,negative,-0.997857988
Sri Lanka services exports down 5.9-pct in 2022,2/1/2023,Economy,"There are more than 500 ICT companies, the EDB said.","Sri Lanka services exports down 5.9-pct in 2022 There are more than 500 ICT companies, the EDB said.",negative,-0.988600016
Sri Lanka awaits salvage of X-Press Pearl wreck to make second damage claim,2/1/2023,Accidents,Salvage had been delayed due to bad weather,Sri Lanka awaits salvage of X-Press Pearl wreck to make second damage claim Salvage had been delayed due to bad weather,negative,-0.997826993
Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-day trade,2/1/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.14 rupees,Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-day trade Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.14 rupees,positive,0.837699413
Sri Lanka’s shares gain in mid market trade,2/1/2023,Markets,The market generated a revenue of 802 million,Sri Lanka’s shares gain in mid market trade The market generated a revenue of 802 million,positive,0.996376455
Sri Lanka's JKH in talks for international gaming expertise,2/1/2023,Business,Hotels and retail sections at Cinnamon Life in progress,Sri Lanka's JKH in talks for international gaming expertise Hotels and retail sections at Cinnamon Life in progress,positive,0.987433136
Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings net down 60-pct,2/1/2023,Markets,Expects consumer recovery in next quarter,Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings net down 60-pct Expects consumer recovery in next quarter,negative,-0.997973621
"Sri Lanka central bank profits for 2023, transfer not finalized: CB Governor",2/1/2023,Economy,The Monetary Board will make a decision on whether there are sufficient amounts to transfer,"Sri Lanka central bank profits for 2023, transfer not finalized: CB Governor The Monetary Board will make a decision on whether there are sufficient amounts to transfer",negative,-0.990684807
"Sri Lanka consumer prices up 0.5-pct in Jan 2023, annual down to 54.2-pct",2/1/2023,Economy,Food prices up 113-pct since overtly inflationary policy began Feb 2020.,"Sri Lanka consumer prices up 0.5-pct in Jan 2023, annual down to 54.2-pct Food prices up 113-pct since overtly inflationary policy began Feb 2020.",negative,-0.986052871
"Sri Lanka shares down for 2nd day as tax hike, delay in Chinese debt assurance weigh",1/31/2023,Markets,Investors are seen on a pull back over no of hard assurances from China,"Sri Lanka shares down for 2nd day as tax hike, delay in Chinese debt assurance weigh Investors are seen on a pull back over no of hard assurances from China",negative,-0.958664119
Sri Lanka exports fall in December as global recession weighs,1/31/2023,Uncategorized,Demand for Sri Lankan exports is on the declining due to looming global recession ,Sri Lanka exports fall in December as global recession weighs Demand for Sri Lankan exports is on the declining due to looming global recession ,negative,-0.998559654
"Sri Lanka records over 6,000 dengue cases in first three weeks of January",1/31/2023,Environment,"Of all reported cases, 46.3 percent were from the Western Province","Sri Lanka records over 6,000 dengue cases in first three weeks of January Of all reported cases, 46.3 percent were from the Western Province",negative,-0.774262011
Sri Lanka student leader Wasantha Mudalige released from terror case: report,1/31/2023,Human Rights,Mudalige was arrested in August 18 after a protest march held in Colombo.,Sri Lanka student leader Wasantha Mudalige released from terror case: report Mudalige was arrested in August 18 after a protest march held in Colombo.,negative,-0.971553981
Sri Lanka shares fall on mid day trade,1/31/2023,Markets,The market generated a revenue of 1.1 billion rupees.,Sri Lanka shares fall on mid day trade The market generated a revenue of 1.1 billion rupees.,negative,-0.942469895
"Ex-Sri Lanka president Sirisena to run again; apologises to Catholics, compares self to Mandela",1/31/2023,Politics,"""I will not back down in the face of anything. I'm not affected by any conspiracy.""","Ex-Sri Lanka president Sirisena to run again; apologises to Catholics, compares self to Mandela ""I will not back down in the face of anything. I'm not affected by any conspiracy.""",positive,0.888520956
Sri Lanka's leading leftist alliance NPP promises tax cuts for the rich,1/31/2023,Economy,"""We will definitely reduce this tax,"" he said.","Sri Lanka's leading leftist alliance NPP promises tax cuts for the rich ""We will definitely reduce this tax,"" he said.",positive,0.956442595
"Sri Lanka bond yields steady at open, rupee unchange",1/31/2023,Bonds & Forex,Older bonds were inactive as market took stock of a spike in a two year bond,"Sri Lanka bond yields steady at open, rupee unchange Older bonds were inactive as market took stock of a spike in a two year bond",negative,-0.998038471
Sri Lanka meets 4.0-pct primary deficit target for 2022,1/31/2023,Economy,Combination of revenue increases and spending restraint seen,Sri Lanka meets 4.0-pct primary deficit target for 2022 Combination of revenue increases and spending restraint seen,negative,-0.917337954
Sri Lanka sovereign bond holders not looking for domestic hair-cut,1/31/2023,Economy,GFN is a key target a country under an IMF deal has to bring down,Sri Lanka sovereign bond holders not looking for domestic hair-cut GFN is a key target a country under an IMF deal has to bring down,negative,-0.99052155
Sri Lanka port trade unions protest against tax hike; vow to agitate until taxes reduced   ,1/31/2023,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka's state trade unions likely start trade union actions if government fails to reduce taxes ,Sri Lanka port trade unions protest against tax hike; vow to agitate until taxes reduced    Sri Lanka's state trade unions likely start trade union actions if government fails to reduce taxes ,negative,-0.991749525
"Sri Lanka opposition leader says future govt under him not obliged to back IMF, other deals",1/30/2023,Politics,"Sri Lanka's Wickremesinghe govt sees rising protests against tax reforms, economic hardships","Sri Lanka opposition leader says future govt under him not obliged to back IMF, other deals Sri Lanka's Wickremesinghe govt sees rising protests against tax reforms, economic hardships",positive,0.501443207
Sri Lanka power regulator says secured uninterrupted power supply for Jan. 30-31,1/30/2023,Energy,The PUCSL has been at logger head with Power Minister and CEB over uninterrupted power supply,Sri Lanka power regulator says secured uninterrupted power supply for Jan. 30-31 The PUCSL has been at logger head with Power Minister and CEB over uninterrupted power supply,negative,-0.986514866
Sri Lanka bond market taking stock after 2025 yield spike,1/30/2023,Bonds & Forex,2025 bond yield gap makes the bond more attractive than 1 year bills,Sri Lanka bond market taking stock after 2025 yield spike 2025 bond yield gap makes the bond more attractive than 1 year bills,positive,0.992384791
Sri Lanka shares down on tax hike concerns amid rising protests,1/30/2023,Markets,Many trade unions are up in the arm against tax hike,Sri Lanka shares down on tax hike concerns amid rising protests Many trade unions are up in the arm against tax hike,negative,-0.972649872
"Sri Lanka sells Rs67bn in bonds, 2025 yield up",1/30/2023,Bonds & Forex,2027 auction more successful,"Sri Lanka sells Rs67bn in bonds, 2025 yield up 2027 auction more successful",positive,0.983080566
Sri Lanka's SJB supports devolution but position on full 13A still unclear,1/30/2023,Politics,"""Instead of talking about this every day, present the government’s set of proposals,” said the MP.","Sri Lanka's SJB supports devolution but position on full 13A still unclear ""Instead of talking about this every day, present the government’s set of proposals,” said the MP.",negative,-0.996723473
Sri Lanka state finmin: Premature to comment on allegations towards China on financial assurances,1/30/2023,Debt Restructuring,India and the US have called Sri Lanka to ensure equal treatment to all its creditors amid doubts over China,Sri Lanka state finmin: Premature to comment on allegations towards China on financial assurances India and the US have called Sri Lanka to ensure equal treatment to all its creditors amid doubts over China,negative,-0.998837292
Apé Amma named Sri Lanka's highest-earning YouTube channel,1/30/2023,Economy,"CashnetUSA.com reported that the channel has earned an estimated 962,386 US dollars since its inception.","Apé Amma named Sri Lanka's highest-earning YouTube channel CashnetUSA.com reported that the channel has earned an estimated 962,386 US dollars since its inception.",positive,0.98931098
Sri Lanka's shares edge down on Expolanka earnings,1/30/2023,Markets,"Top losers during mid day trade were Expolanka, LOLC and Sampath Bank. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down on Expolanka earnings Top losers during mid day trade were Expolanka, LOLC and Sampath Bank. ",negative,-0.991338849
Sri Lanka bond market quiet ahead of bond auction,1/30/2023,Bonds & Forex,The Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.14 rupees,Sri Lanka bond market quiet ahead of bond auction The Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.14 rupees,negative,-0.989470959
Sri Lanka President explains problem as progressive taxes discredit reforms,1/30/2023,Economy,"If we do not bring revenues back to 2019 levels, foreign countries will not support us","Sri Lanka President explains problem as progressive taxes discredit reforms If we do not bring revenues back to 2019 levels, foreign countries will not support us",negative,-0.995143175
Sri Lanka parliament to be moved against power regulator chairman: Minister,1/29/2023,Uncategorized,We are taking action to bring a proposal against Chairman of the Commission,Sri Lanka parliament to be moved against power regulator chairman: Minister We are taking action to bring a proposal against Chairman of the Commission,negative,-0.975975513
Sri Lanka economy may shrink 3.5-pct in 2023: President,1/29/2023,Economy,A 4.0-pct contraction if there is global downturn,Sri Lanka economy may shrink 3.5-pct in 2023: President A 4.0-pct contraction if there is global downturn,negative,-0.996956706
Sri Lanka's Expolanka net down 87-pct as Fed stops printing money,1/29/2023,Logistics,Both air and sea freight see contraction as global trade volumes fall,Sri Lanka's Expolanka net down 87-pct as Fed stops printing money Both air and sea freight see contraction as global trade volumes fall,negative,-0.998528361
Sri Lanka IOC unit reports profits of Rs8.2bn in Dec quarter,1/29/2023,Energy,LIOC provide Rs5.6bn in taxes for the state,Sri Lanka IOC unit reports profits of Rs8.2bn in Dec quarter LIOC provide Rs5.6bn in taxes for the state,negative,-0.979086459
Sri Lanka exporters bring back nearly 100-pct of proceeds: CB Governor,1/29/2023,Economy,The new monitoring system shows exporters are bringing money back,Sri Lanka exporters bring back nearly 100-pct of proceeds: CB Governor The new monitoring system shows exporters are bringing money back,negative,-0.989200473
"Sri Lanka operators seek higher renewable tariffs, amid exchange rate expectations",1/29/2023,Economy,With the rupee continuing to devalue in other 5 years 40 rupees will look like 20 rupees,"Sri Lanka operators seek higher renewable tariffs, amid exchange rate expectations With the rupee continuing to devalue in other 5 years 40 rupees will look like 20 rupees",negative,-0.998105288
Sri Lanka top chamber less pessimistic on 2023 GDP contraction,1/28/2023,Economy,Expects GDP change to be between 0 to 2 percent,Sri Lanka top chamber less pessimistic on 2023 GDP contraction Expects GDP change to be between 0 to 2 percent,negative,-0.981547952
Acuity Knowledge Partners with Sri Lanka office to be bought by Permira,1/28/2023,Economy,Acuity has a 500 person operation in Sri Lanka,Acuity Knowledge Partners with Sri Lanka office to be bought by Permira Acuity has a 500 person operation in Sri Lanka,positive,0.965752363
"Sri Lanka utility to continue power cuts, regulator says no",1/28/2023,Business,"CEB, regulator and Human Rights Commission","Sri Lanka utility to continue power cuts, regulator says no CEB, regulator and Human Rights Commission",negative,-0.990719378
Sri Lanka president suspends parliament till Feb 08,1/28/2023,Political News,Parliament to meet on Jan 08 and 1000am,Sri Lanka president suspends parliament till Feb 08 Parliament to meet on Jan 08 and 1000am,negative,-0.994462788
"Sri Lanka, other defaulting nations have widely differing debt indicators: Expert",1/27/2023,Economy,"""This is sometimes over-emphasized… but this ratio at 120 is a lot.""","Sri Lanka, other defaulting nations have widely differing debt indicators: Expert ""This is sometimes over-emphasized… but this ratio at 120 is a lot.""",positive,0.766067266
Sri Lanka expects influx of global twins,1/27/2023,Business,We expect upwards of 4000 participants to arrive in the country for the event,Sri Lanka expects influx of global twins We expect upwards of 4000 participants to arrive in the country for the event,negative,-0.883338869
Sri Lanka stocks close up 0.3-pct on banks,1/27/2023,Markets,Results in the first quarter are expected to weak,Sri Lanka stocks close up 0.3-pct on banks Results in the first quarter are expected to weak,negative,-0.999768555
Sri Lanka bond yields close up,1/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,Guidance peg unchanged,Sri Lanka bond yields close up Guidance peg unchanged,negative,-0.834791601
"Sri Lanka CPC officials pressured at Human Rights Commission meeting, claims minister",1/27/2023,Democracy,CEB agreed for uninterrupted power supply until February 17.,"Sri Lanka CPC officials pressured at Human Rights Commission meeting, claims minister CEB agreed for uninterrupted power supply until February 17.",negative,-0.98581636
Sri Lanka President says will fully implement 13th amendment,1/27/2023,Legal,Land and police powers have to be implemented,Sri Lanka President says will fully implement 13th amendment Land and police powers have to be implemented,positive,0.99374181
Sri Lanka tourism sector sees strong prospects from India in 2023,1/27/2023,Business,Russian tourists have topped arrivals in the winter season but Indian tourists were on top in the full year 2022,Sri Lanka tourism sector sees strong prospects from India in 2023 Russian tourists have topped arrivals in the winter season but Indian tourists were on top in the full year 2022,positive,0.996746302
Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata hopes to hold prices despite rising costs,1/27/2023,ICT,High inflation following a collapse of the currency has reduced real incomes of customers,Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata hopes to hold prices despite rising costs High inflation following a collapse of the currency has reduced real incomes of customers,negative,-0.981938899
Sri Lanka shares fall at market close on profit taking,1/26/2023,Markets,Also we saw investors taking a sideline as quarterly reports started to come,Sri Lanka shares fall at market close on profit taking Also we saw investors taking a sideline as quarterly reports started to come,negative,-0.990933537
Sri Lanka bonds yields steady at close,1/26/2023,Bonds & Forex,The Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by another 2 cents to 362.14 rupees,Sri Lanka bonds yields steady at close The Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by another 2 cents to 362.14 rupees,positive,0.989484966
Sri Lanka central bank workers protest tax hike as governor defends painful measures,1/26/2023,Economy,"“This is true for most public servants, and we cannot bear this burden,” said one worker.","Sri Lanka central bank workers protest tax hike as governor defends painful measures “This is true for most public servants, and we cannot bear this burden,” said one worker.",negative,-0.88520807
UK ready to consider financing assurances for Sri Lanka to secure IMF deal,1/26/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka is cautiously optimistic that the IMF bailout package will come through in the first quarter.,UK ready to consider financing assurances for Sri Lanka to secure IMF deal Sri Lanka is cautiously optimistic that the IMF bailout package will come through in the first quarter.,negative,-0.828807712
Sri Lanka export advance payments can be retained for expenses: CB Governor,1/26/2023,Economy,Exporter advance payments have converted before shipment by interpreting a rule,Sri Lanka export advance payments can be retained for expenses: CB Governor Exporter advance payments have converted before shipment by interpreting a rule,negative,-0.992959678
Sri Lanka consumer confidence drops in December despite November gains,1/26/2023,Economy,IHP’s Index of Consumer Sentiment (ICS) decreased 4 points to 16 points in December.,Sri Lanka consumer confidence drops in December despite November gains IHP’s Index of Consumer Sentiment (ICS) decreased 4 points to 16 points in December.,negative,-0.99893862
Sri Lanka white water rafting stranded by Broadlands dam,1/26/2023,Business,Rafting operator's jobs threatened,Sri Lanka white water rafting stranded by Broadlands dam Rafting operator's jobs threatened,negative,-0.999701083
Sri Lanka's mid day shares fall on profit taking,1/26/2023,Markets,"""Since the anticipated rate cut wasn't met, the market over reacted and moved to red,"" the analyst said. ","Sri Lanka's mid day shares fall on profit taking ""Since the anticipated rate cut wasn't met, the market over reacted and moved to red,"" the analyst said. ",negative,-0.996783137
Sri Lanka's new Constitutional Council holds inaugural meeting,1/26/2023,Politics,The meeting was held on Wednesday January 25 presided by Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena who chairs the council.,Sri Lanka's new Constitutional Council holds inaugural meeting The meeting was held on Wednesday January 25 presided by Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena who chairs the council.,positive,0.991295576
Sri Lanka bond yields open steady,1/26/2023,Bonds & Forex,"""However the market is quite. Mostly due to a bond auction has been announced to held on Monday,"" a dealer said.","Sri Lanka bond yields open steady ""However the market is quite. Mostly due to a bond auction has been announced to held on Monday,"" a dealer said.",positive,0.936364353
Sri Lanka election commission can function with three members: chairman,1/26/2023,Politics,Charles’ departure would not be an impediment to the election that’s scheduled to be held on March 09.,Sri Lanka election commission can function with three members: chairman Charles’ departure would not be an impediment to the election that’s scheduled to be held on March 09.,negative,-0.672296107
Sri Lanka forex situation eased in December and January: CB Governor,1/26/2023,Economy,The central bank bought 103 million dollars in December than it sold back,Sri Lanka forex situation eased in December and January: CB Governor The central bank bought 103 million dollars in December than it sold back,negative,-0.821413815
"Sri Lanka to discuss settling ACU, India emergency credits separately: CB Governor",1/26/2023,Economy,India committed around US$3.9bn to Sri Lanka in 2022,"Sri Lanka to discuss settling ACU, India emergency credits separately: CB Governor India committed around US$3.9bn to Sri Lanka in 2022",negative,-0.978613913
Sri Lanka ensure uninterrupted power supply during A/L exams - PUCSL chief,1/26/2023,Energy,Sri Lanka has been implementing intermittent power cuts since March last year,Sri Lanka ensure uninterrupted power supply during A/L exams - PUCSL chief Sri Lanka has been implementing intermittent power cuts since March last year,positive,0.560592234
"IMF asked to tax all Sri Lankans with above 41,667 rupee monthly income - sources",1/26/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka's tax-to-GDP ratio is one of the lowest in the world,"IMF asked to tax all Sri Lankans with above 41,667 rupee monthly income - sources Sri Lanka's tax-to-GDP ratio is one of the lowest in the world",negative,-0.999662519
Sri Lanka president to chair all-party conference on ethnic harmony,1/25/2023,Politics,The government has been in talks with the TNA and other stakeholder parties that represent the Tamil community.,Sri Lanka president to chair all-party conference on ethnic harmony The government has been in talks with the TNA and other stakeholder parties that represent the Tamil community.,positive,0.972608566
Sri Lanka bill yields fall across maturities at auction,1/25/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has sold 120 billion rupees of Treasury bills,Sri Lanka bill yields fall across maturities at auction Sri Lanka has sold 120 billion rupees of Treasury bills,negative,-0.991745532
Sri Lanka shares edge up after rates held steady; IMF deal hopes help,1/25/2023,Markets,Market saw a net foreign outflow of 71 million rupees on Wednesday.,Sri Lanka shares edge up after rates held steady; IMF deal hopes help Market saw a net foreign outflow of 71 million rupees on Wednesday.,positive,0.889402211
Sri Lanka's shares fall after central bank policy rate decision,1/25/2023,Markets,Shares fell as Monetary Policy didn't provide anticipated rate cuts. ,Sri Lanka's shares fall after central bank policy rate decision Shares fell as Monetary Policy didn't provide anticipated rate cuts. ,negative,-0.999516845
"Sri Lanka prevented a worse contraction, hyperinflation, with rate hike: CB Governor",1/25/2023,Economy,Economy to contracted 7.1 pct  up to 3Q 2022,"Sri Lanka prevented a worse contraction, hyperinflation, with rate hike: CB Governor Economy to contracted 7.1 pct  up to 3Q 2022",negative,-0.959973872
Sri Lanka bond yields flat after rates held steady,1/25/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.16 rupees,Sri Lanka bond yields flat after rates held steady Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.16 rupees,negative,-0.999605477
"Sri Lanka central bank holds policy corridor, expects market rates to fall",1/25/2023,Economy,Inflation to trend down steeply,"Sri Lanka central bank holds policy corridor, expects market rates to fall Inflation to trend down steeply",negative,-0.991363406
"Sri Lanka eyes Saudi investments for energy, real estate, Port City - Foreign Minister ",1/24/2023,Construction and Real Estate,Sri Lanka's relationship with Saudi was hit by forced cremation under former president Gotabaya Rajapaksa,"Sri Lanka eyes Saudi investments for energy, real estate, Port City - Foreign Minister  Sri Lanka's relationship with Saudi was hit by forced cremation under former president Gotabaya Rajapaksa",negative,-0.999151468
"Amid international pressure, Sri Lanka considers transparency on spending tax money",1/24/2023,Debt Restructuring,Finance Ministry will be told to compile reports on how the public tax money was spent,"Amid international pressure, Sri Lanka considers transparency on spending tax money Finance Ministry will be told to compile reports on how the public tax money was spent",negative,-0.992857456
Sri Lanka cabinet clears China backed cargo service centre,1/24/2023,Logistics,It will be developed with a 150 million US dollar investment,Sri Lanka cabinet clears China backed cargo service centre It will be developed with a 150 million US dollar investment,positive,0.972361922
Sri Lanka shares down on profit taking after gaining rally amid positive sentiment ,1/24/2023,Markets,Markets came off after gaining continuously on IMF deal hope ,Sri Lanka shares down on profit taking after gaining rally amid positive sentiment  Markets came off after gaining continuously on IMF deal hope ,negative,-0.561526835
Sri Lanka's state sector salary struggle likely to ease by April - cabinet spokesman ,1/24/2023,Economic Crisis,Finance Ministry is struggling to pay whopping state sector salary bills for January ,Sri Lanka's state sector salary struggle likely to ease by April - cabinet spokesman  Finance Ministry is struggling to pay whopping state sector salary bills for January ,negative,-0.998828232
Sri Lanka bonds yields end steady,1/24/2023,Bonds & Forex,The Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.16 rupees,Sri Lanka bonds yields end steady The Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.16 rupees,negative,-0.870121658
Any Sri Lanka domestic debt to be part of negotiation process: CB Governor,1/24/2023,Economy,Hopes to conclude talks in about six months,Any Sri Lanka domestic debt to be part of negotiation process: CB Governor Hopes to conclude talks in about six months,negative,-0.979918599
Sri Lanka local govt polls: Cabinet spokesman points to dire financial situation,1/24/2023,Politics,"“If for some reason the IMF doesn’t sign this agreement, there is no tomorrow for this country.”","Sri Lanka local govt polls: Cabinet spokesman points to dire financial situation “If for some reason the IMF doesn’t sign this agreement, there is no tomorrow for this country.”",negative,-0.995360553
Sri Lanka's Basil Rajapaksa hijacks JVP slogan to absolve ruling party,1/24/2023,Politics,"""It wasn’t just us who were in power for 70 plus years,” said Rajapaksa.","Sri Lanka's Basil Rajapaksa hijacks JVP slogan to absolve ruling party ""It wasn’t just us who were in power for 70 plus years,” said Rajapaksa.",negative,-0.947937191
Sri Lanka's shares slip in mid day trade,1/24/2023,Markets,"Top losers at 1130 hours were Commercial Bank, Aitken Spence and Expolanka.","Sri Lanka's shares slip in mid day trade Top losers at 1130 hours were Commercial Bank, Aitken Spence and Expolanka.",negative,-0.999112308
Sri Lanka will have single digit inflation by year end: CB Governor,1/24/2023,Economy,All efforts on speeding up IMF program,Sri Lanka will have single digit inflation by year end: CB Governor All efforts on speeding up IMF program,negative,-0.987826407
Sri Lanka tries to unscramble egg crisis from price controls,1/24/2023,Economy,Broiler meat prices collapse as price signals allowed to work without state interference,Sri Lanka tries to unscramble egg crisis from price controls Broiler meat prices collapse as price signals allowed to work without state interference,negative,-0.995996118
"IMF accepts India debt assurance for Sri Lanka, China, others awaited",1/24/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka is engaged with other official bilateral creditors to obtain similar assurances,"IMF accepts India debt assurance for Sri Lanka, China, others awaited Sri Lanka is engaged with other official bilateral creditors to obtain similar assurances",negative,-0.845575094
Sri Lanka tea output falls to 26-year low in 2022 interventionist state,1/24/2023,Agriculture,Smallholders earned around 250 rupees a kilo for green leaf,Sri Lanka tea output falls to 26-year low in 2022 interventionist state Smallholders earned around 250 rupees a kilo for green leaf,negative,-0.998454571
Sri Lanka national inflation at 59.2-pct in Dec 2023,1/24/2023,Economy,Food prices down for the third month,Sri Lanka national inflation at 59.2-pct in Dec 2023 Food prices down for the third month,negative,-0.998903394
Money to pay Sri Lanka state salaries on January 25 mostly found: Minister,1/24/2023,Economy,Salaries will be paid on January 25,Money to pay Sri Lanka state salaries on January 25 mostly found: Minister Salaries will be paid on January 25,negative,-0.994069815
Sri Lanka's CEB refuses to limit power cuts during exams despite regulator request,1/23/2023,Energy,The PUCSL has been critical on excess electricity tariff hike planned by CEB,Sri Lanka's CEB refuses to limit power cuts during exams despite regulator request The PUCSL has been critical on excess electricity tariff hike planned by CEB,negative,-0.987647772
Sri Lanka stocks jump to over 3-month high on IMF deal hope after Chinese assurance ,1/23/2023,Markets,Shares had seen a broad base pick up after assurances from India and China over the ending of the week. ,Sri Lanka stocks jump to over 3-month high on IMF deal hope after Chinese assurance  Shares had seen a broad base pick up after assurances from India and China over the ending of the week. ,negative,-0.602808416
"Sri Lanka bond yields close lower, Rupee steady",1/23/2023,Bonds & Forex,The market reacts to China's respond in providing support in restructuring debt,"Sri Lanka bond yields close lower, Rupee steady The market reacts to China's respond in providing support in restructuring debt",negative,-0.993245065
Sri Lanka's parliament will have to be dissolved after local govt polls: G L Peiris,1/23/2023,Politics,"""It won’t be a parliament that represents the people’s will even at a minimal level,” said Peiris.","Sri Lanka's parliament will have to be dissolved after local govt polls: G L Peiris ""It won’t be a parliament that represents the people’s will even at a minimal level,” said Peiris.",negative,-0.99922049
Sri Lanka local govt polls: president's party adamant time is not right for elections,1/23/2023,Politics,"“The election is not a priority for the people. The crisis is still not over,” Abeywardena said, speaking at an even...","Sri Lanka local govt polls: president's party adamant time is not right for elections “The election is not a priority for the people. The crisis is still not over,” Abeywardena said, speaking at an even...",negative,-0.962379277
Sri Lanka shares jump up on China response,1/23/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) edged up by 2.44 percent or 212.50 points to 8,930.65","Sri Lanka shares jump up on China response All Share Price Index (ASPI) edged up by 2.44 percent or 212.50 points to 8,930.65",negative,-0.903962255
Sri Lanka exporters getting advance payments in fix over forced fx conversion,1/23/2023,Economy,Advance payments are converted before goods are shipped at least by two banks,Sri Lanka exporters getting advance payments in fix over forced fx conversion Advance payments are converted before goods are shipped at least by two banks,negative,-0.999217987
Sri Lanka bond yields down over China hopes,1/23/2023,Bonds & Forex,The letter has been referred to the IMF to check whether the parameters are sufficient for Sri Lanka’s program,Sri Lanka bond yields down over China hopes The letter has been referred to the IMF to check whether the parameters are sufficient for Sri Lanka’s program,negative,-0.998871267
Sri Lanka central bank buys US$103mn from banks net in Dec 2022,1/23/2023,Economy,The monetary authority operates a peg at 360 to the US dollar through a surrender rule,Sri Lanka central bank buys US$103mn from banks net in Dec 2022 The monetary authority operates a peg at 360 to the US dollar through a surrender rule,negative,-0.988823056
"Sri Lanka remittances up after tight money kills parallel FX gap, Pakistan down",1/23/2023,Economy,Pakistan has seen its reserve fall from 17 to 4 billion  US dollars over 12 months,"Sri Lanka remittances up after tight money kills parallel FX gap, Pakistan down Pakistan has seen its reserve fall from 17 to 4 billion  US dollars over 12 months",negative,-0.983288705
Sri Lanka High and Medium Grown tea prices fall in Jan third-week auction,1/22/2023,Tea,This week 5.1 million kilograms were offered at the auction made up of 2.2 million kilograms of Low Growns.,Sri Lanka High and Medium Grown tea prices fall in Jan third-week auction This week 5.1 million kilograms were offered at the auction made up of 2.2 million kilograms of Low Growns.,negative,-0.991059005
Sri Lanka intercepts more smuggled Kendu leaf,1/22/2023,Legal,Steep increased in seized tendu leaf also seen in 2022,Sri Lanka intercepts more smuggled Kendu leaf Steep increased in seized tendu leaf also seen in 2022,negative,-0.983148456
Sri Lanka gets first response from China over debt restructuring,1/22/2023,Economy,China Exim Bank responds to Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka gets first response from China over debt restructuring China Exim Bank responds to Sri Lanka,positive,0.605414033
Sri Lanka to hold local government elections on March 09,1/21/2023,Politics,"The election will be held as scheduled, the election commission was quoted as saying.","Sri Lanka to hold local government elections on March 09 The election will be held as scheduled, the election commission was quoted as saying.",positive,0.725690901
"JVP stalwart says Sri Lanka local polls a referendum, calls for protests if delayed",1/21/2023,Politics,"""Better yet, they can all just resign. There's no need to hold elections. There is no money for elections anyway.""","JVP stalwart says Sri Lanka local polls a referendum, calls for protests if delayed ""Better yet, they can all just resign. There's no need to hold elections. There is no money for elections anyway.""",negative,-0.996376812
Sri Lanka's 2022 tea exports drop to 25-year low on fertilizer shortage,1/20/2023,Agriculture,"However, the top agriculture export commodity fetched the highest rupee revenue in history ","Sri Lanka's 2022 tea exports drop to 25-year low on fertilizer shortage However, the top agriculture export commodity fetched the highest rupee revenue in history ",positive,0.988099158
Sri Lanka power regulator takes U-turn on retrospective electricity price hike,1/20/2023,Energy,Sri Lankans face around 65% tariff hike on top of a similar price hike last year,Sri Lanka power regulator takes U-turn on retrospective electricity price hike Sri Lankans face around 65% tariff hike on top of a similar price hike last year,negative,-0.9829669
Sri Lanka's tourism promotion in China face delay amid demand planning,1/20/2023,Tourism,"Sri Lanka targets around 220,000 Chinese tourists in 2023","Sri Lanka's tourism promotion in China face delay amid demand planning Sri Lanka targets around 220,000 Chinese tourists in 2023",negative,-0.998805523
Sri Lanka shares jump 5-week high on debt restructuring hope,1/20/2023,Markets,Positive sentiments on overall economy,Sri Lanka shares jump 5-week high on debt restructuring hope Positive sentiments on overall economy,positive,0.977895975
Sri Lanka's CEB engineers protest against high tax; warn to expend agitation ,1/20/2023,Fiscal,Sri Lanka trade unions have started to protest against tax hikes; protesters warn of more agitation,Sri Lanka's CEB engineers protest against high tax; warn to expend agitation  Sri Lanka trade unions have started to protest against tax hikes; protesters warn of more agitation,negative,-0.992220104
"Sri Lanka, India agree to raise ceiling on high-impact community development projects",1/20/2023,Economy,"His presence in Sri Lanka was testimony to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Neighbourhood First policy, said Jaishankar.","Sri Lanka, India agree to raise ceiling on high-impact community development projects His presence in Sri Lanka was testimony to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Neighbourhood First policy, said Jaishankar.",positive,0.992507875
Sri Lanka opposition MP Mujibur Rahuman steps down to run for Colombo mayor,1/20/2023,Politics,"""People's right to vote must be protected,"" he said.","Sri Lanka opposition MP Mujibur Rahuman steps down to run for Colombo mayor ""People's right to vote must be protected,"" he said.",negative,-0.974939406
Sri Lanka's Jeevan Thondaman appointed youngest ever cabinet minister,1/20/2023,Politics,Thondaman was one of two new cabinet appointments made on Thursday.,Sri Lanka's Jeevan Thondaman appointed youngest ever cabinet minister Thondaman was one of two new cabinet appointments made on Thursday.,positive,0.994364262
Sri Lanka expecting debt assurance from China in the near future: Minister,1/20/2023,Economy,India this week gave debt assurance to the IMF.,Sri Lanka expecting debt assurance from China in the near future: Minister India this week gave debt assurance to the IMF.,negative,-0.849318743
Sri Lanka's shares shoot by 2.92 pct up on Indian assurances,1/20/2023,Markets,The market generated a turnover of 1.1 billion rupees within the first hour of trade. ,Sri Lanka's shares shoot by 2.92 pct up on Indian assurances The market generated a turnover of 1.1 billion rupees within the first hour of trade. ,negative,-0.974756837
"India to expand investment in Sri Lanka's energy sector, other core areas: Jaishankar",1/20/2023,Economy,"""I am confident that the gravity of the situation is realised by policymakers here,” Jaishankar said.","India to expand investment in Sri Lanka's energy sector, other core areas: Jaishankar ""I am confident that the gravity of the situation is realised by policymakers here,” Jaishankar said.",positive,0.999593914
Sri Lanka bond yields open lower,1/20/2023,Bonds & Forex,"No bills were quoted, dealers said.","Sri Lanka bond yields open lower No bills were quoted, dealers said.",negative,-0.986207247
Sri Lanka commercial banks repay foreign credits,1/20/2023,Economy,Bank repayments of foreign credits will reduce the current account deficit,Sri Lanka commercial banks repay foreign credits Bank repayments of foreign credits will reduce the current account deficit,negative,-0.994694769
Sri Lanka apparel exporters object to planned change in shipping charges,1/20/2023,Ground,.,Sri Lanka apparel exporters object to planned change in shipping charges .,negative,-0.977311194
Sri Lanka minister urges to delay LG polls until stability returns ,1/19/2023,Politics,Says the state will have to bear 12.6 rupees for elections and maintain elected candidates ,Sri Lanka minister urges to delay LG polls until stability returns  Says the state will have to bear 12.6 rupees for elections and maintain elected candidates ,negative,-0.996595323
Sri Lanka parliament pass poll campaign finance bill amid opposition cry over LG poll delay ,1/19/2023,Politics,Opposition sees the move as to delay the Local Government polls ,Sri Lanka parliament pass poll campaign finance bill amid opposition cry over LG poll delay  Opposition sees the move as to delay the Local Government polls ,negative,-0.994343519
Sri Lanka establishes temporary sea turtle hatchery near Chinese Port City,1/19/2023,Environment,"Sri Lanka's sea turtles are under threat amid poaching, egg consumption ","Sri Lanka establishes temporary sea turtle hatchery near Chinese Port City Sri Lanka's sea turtles are under threat amid poaching, egg consumption ",negative,-0.973302126
"Sri Lanka bond yields close lower, Rupee steady",1/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions depreciated by three cents,"Sri Lanka bond yields close lower, Rupee steady Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions depreciated by three cents",negative,-0.998413444
Sri Lanka shares gain over 1-pct on positive IMF sentiments,1/19/2023,Markets,"""active investor participation was witnessed on Banking sector counters and index heavyweights.""","Sri Lanka shares gain over 1-pct on positive IMF sentiments ""active investor participation was witnessed on Banking sector counters and index heavyweights.""",positive,0.981632113
India external affairs minister S Jaishankar arrives in Colombo,1/19/2023,Economy,"Jaishankar is scheduled to meet President Ranil Wickremesinghe, Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena and others.","India external affairs minister S Jaishankar arrives in Colombo Jaishankar is scheduled to meet President Ranil Wickremesinghe, Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena and others.",positive,0.998810649
US welcomes India's assurance of support to Sri Lanka's debt restructuring plans,1/19/2023,Economy,"“The US stands ready to assist SL to unlock IMF assistance when all creditors agree to fair and equitable treatment.""","US welcomes India's assurance of support to Sri Lanka's debt restructuring plans “The US stands ready to assist SL to unlock IMF assistance when all creditors agree to fair and equitable treatment.""",positive,0.999407649
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade on IMF hopes,1/19/2023,Uncategorized,"“I can tell this assembly that the talks are successful,” President Wickremesinghe told parliament.","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade on IMF hopes “I can tell this assembly that the talks are successful,” President Wickremesinghe told parliament.",positive,0.998353481
Sri Lanka re-appoints two ministers amid rising protests; LG poll campaign,1/19/2023,Political News,.,Sri Lanka re-appoints two ministers amid rising protests; LG poll campaign .,negative,-0.992927849
India tells IMF it strongly supports Sri Lanka's debt restructuring efforts,1/19/2023,Economy,"The financing and debt relief will be provided by the Export-Import Bank of India, said Mishra in his letter.","India tells IMF it strongly supports Sri Lanka's debt restructuring efforts The financing and debt relief will be provided by the Export-Import Bank of India, said Mishra in his letter.",positive,0.993852735
Sri Lanka Easter bombings: UN human rights office welcomes Supreme Court verdict,1/19/2023,Human Rights,"The OHCHR also urged the government to provide full reparations to the victims, establish the truth and ensure justice.","Sri Lanka Easter bombings: UN human rights office welcomes Supreme Court verdict The OHCHR also urged the government to provide full reparations to the victims, establish the truth and ensure justice.",positive,0.996031225
Sri Lanka central bank caught between peg and hard place,1/19/2023,Bellwether,Care should be taken to make sure that excess liquidity does not re-emerge from fictitious capital,Sri Lanka central bank caught between peg and hard place Care should be taken to make sure that excess liquidity does not re-emerge from fictitious capital,negative,-0.998950422
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Arden to step down in February,1/19/2023,World,"""It's one thing to lead your country through peace time, it's another to lead them through crisis,"" she said.","New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Arden to step down in February ""It's one thing to lead your country through peace time, it's another to lead them through crisis,"" she said.",positive,0.850639522
Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka insurers after sovereign rating re-set,1/19/2023,Banking,Insurers are on rating watch negative at the new level,Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka insurers after sovereign rating re-set Insurers are on rating watch negative at the new level,negative,-0.999353111
Sri Lanka poll monitors say new election spending bill should not delay LG polls ,1/18/2023,Politics,"Political analysts see possible defeat for UNP and SLPP, if LG polls held in March ","Sri Lanka poll monitors say new election spending bill should not delay LG polls  Political analysts see possible defeat for UNP and SLPP, if LG polls held in March ",negative,-0.837713897
Sri Lanka shares edge up on positive sentiments on IMF,1/18/2023,Markets,President Wickremesinghe told parliament on Tuesday that talks with creditors India and China are successful.,Sri Lanka shares edge up on positive sentiments on IMF President Wickremesinghe told parliament on Tuesday that talks with creditors India and China are successful.,positive,0.999125302
Sri Lanka bond yields close lower,1/18/2023,Bonds & Forex,"""No t-bills were quoted after the auction,""","Sri Lanka bond yields close lower ""No t-bills were quoted after the auction,""",negative,-0.992783904
Sri Lanka bill yields fall across maturities at auction,1/18/2023,Bonds & Forex,Three months down 100 basis points,Sri Lanka bill yields fall across maturities at auction Three months down 100 basis points,negative,-0.999169588
Probe into Sri Lanka business executive’s death takes new turn,1/18/2023,Legal,A toxicology report has opened a new line of inquiry,Probe into Sri Lanka business executive’s death takes new turn A toxicology report has opened a new line of inquiry,positive,0.995046973
Sri Lanka optimistic of 2023 tourism targets after Jan performance: official,1/18/2023,Economy,Fernando said tourism revenue in 2022 was 1.2 billion US dollars.,Sri Lanka optimistic of 2023 tourism targets after Jan performance: official Fernando said tourism revenue in 2022 was 1.2 billion US dollars.,negative,-0.885980785
Chinese embassy fumes over US ambassador's remarks on Sri Lanka debt,1/18/2023,International Relations,"""Both Chinese and Sri Lankan people are wise enough to judge without any foreign lecturing.""","Chinese embassy fumes over US ambassador's remarks on Sri Lanka debt ""Both Chinese and Sri Lankan people are wise enough to judge without any foreign lecturing.""",negative,-0.654968619
Unhappy ending to Sri Lanka's thriving spa industry averted,1/18/2023,Culture,"He had made no comment on banning women massaging men or vice versa, he insisted.","Unhappy ending to Sri Lanka's thriving spa industry averted He had made no comment on banning women massaging men or vice versa, he insisted.",negative,-0.985305905
Sri Lanka shares slip in mid day trade,1/18/2023,Markets,Delay in IMF continous to dents market sentiments ,Sri Lanka shares slip in mid day trade Delay in IMF continous to dents market sentiments ,negative,-0.999261796
"China strongly opposed to rumoured ""sneaky"" Dalai Lama visit to Sri Lanka",1/18/2023,International Relations,"""Both sides especially the Buddhist communities must prevent a sneaky visit of the Dalai Lama to the island.""","China strongly opposed to rumoured ""sneaky"" Dalai Lama visit to Sri Lanka ""Both sides especially the Buddhist communities must prevent a sneaky visit of the Dalai Lama to the island.""",negative,-0.639453888
Sri Lanka's manufacturing picks up slow in Dec; services see upturn: PMI,1/18/2023,Economy,Manufacturing PMI was still below 50,Sri Lanka's manufacturing picks up slow in Dec; services see upturn: PMI Manufacturing PMI was still below 50,negative,-0.999479592
Sri Lanka bonds and T-bill yields open steady,1/18/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.24 rupees,Sri Lanka bonds and T-bill yields open steady Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.24 rupees,positive,0.774034858
Sri Lanka expropriation drums beat loud over privatized tea farms,1/18/2023,Legal,"Already 13,900 hectares of land has been take back","Sri Lanka expropriation drums beat loud over privatized tea farms Already 13,900 hectares of land has been take back",negative,-0.983056724
Sri Lanka committee to oversee merging of BOI and EDB activities,1/18/2023,Economy,The cabinet had also directed the Legal Draftsman to prepare a bill to set up an International Trade Office,Sri Lanka committee to oversee merging of BOI and EDB activities The cabinet had also directed the Legal Draftsman to prepare a bill to set up an International Trade Office,negative,-0.58528614
Sri Lanka shares gain over 1-pct on positive sentiments,1/17/2023,Markets,"""Market boosted by the speculation on India likely to support Sri Lanka’s debt restructuring plan"" ","Sri Lanka shares gain over 1-pct on positive sentiments ""Market boosted by the speculation on India likely to support Sri Lanka’s debt restructuring plan"" ",positive,0.981158257
Sri Lanka bond and t-bill yields steady at close; rupee unchanged,1/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.24,Sri Lanka bond and t-bill yields steady at close; rupee unchanged Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.24,negative,-0.963866115
Sri Lanka cabinet nod for truth & reconciliation mechanism as talks threaten to collapse,1/17/2023,Politics,"The cabinet has approved a consolidated resolution made jointly by the president, prime minister and five ministers.","Sri Lanka cabinet nod for truth & reconciliation mechanism as talks threaten to collapse The cabinet has approved a consolidated resolution made jointly by the president, prime minister and five ministers.",negative,-0.98644805
Sri Lanka to spend Rs10bn to give free rice to families,1/17/2023,Agriculture,"The government will buy 61,600 metric tonnes of paddy to produce 40,000 MT of rice.","Sri Lanka to spend Rs10bn to give free rice to families The government will buy 61,600 metric tonnes of paddy to produce 40,000 MT of rice.",negative,-0.982999742
Sri Lanka PM rejects allegations of cabinet-sanctioned election directive,1/17/2023,Politics,"""At every cabinet meeting, we discuss issues in the country. If somebody said that, it is an incorrect news,"" he said.","Sri Lanka PM rejects allegations of cabinet-sanctioned election directive ""At every cabinet meeting, we discuss issues in the country. If somebody said that, it is an incorrect news,"" he said.",negative,-0.982115626
"Sri Lanka debt talks with India, China successful: President",1/17/2023,Economy,I can tell this assembly that the talks are successful,"Sri Lanka debt talks with India, China successful: President I can tell this assembly that the talks are successful",positive,0.999779999
Sri Lanka shares gain over 1-pct in mid-day trade,1/17/2023,Stocks & Companies,Expolanka is driving the market ,Sri Lanka shares gain over 1-pct in mid-day trade Expolanka is driving the market ,positive,0.992174923
Sri Lanka to transfer 1-pct of 2023 current spending of all ministries to health,1/17/2023,Economic Crisis,The Health Minister said he needs an additional 10 billion rupees to purchase medicine in 2023,Sri Lanka to transfer 1-pct of 2023 current spending of all ministries to health The Health Minister said he needs an additional 10 billion rupees to purchase medicine in 2023,negative,-0.993287504
Sri Lanka getting good results from creditors for IMF deal: Minister,1/17/2023,Economy,The discussions are becoming successful,Sri Lanka getting good results from creditors for IMF deal: Minister The discussions are becoming successful,positive,0.999508858
Sri Lanka to pay state workers in stages to avoid printing money,1/17/2023,Economy,Salaries for SOE employees has increased by 633 percent since 2000,Sri Lanka to pay state workers in stages to avoid printing money Salaries for SOE employees has increased by 633 percent since 2000,negative,-0.961676061
Sri Lanka private credit down Rs255bn since May 2022,1/17/2023,Banking,"Govt borrowings Rs114bn, partly due to high rates","Sri Lanka private credit down Rs255bn since May 2022 Govt borrowings Rs114bn, partly due to high rates",negative,-0.992218971
Sri Lanka president to provide free rice for poor amid rising discontent,1/16/2023,Economic Crisis,"Sri Lanka sees new anti-government protest amid high cost of living, taxes ","Sri Lanka president to provide free rice for poor amid rising discontent Sri Lanka sees new anti-government protest amid high cost of living, taxes ",negative,-0.99187392
Sri Lanka protestors tear gassed in Colombo,1/16/2023,Political News,.,Sri Lanka protestors tear gassed in Colombo .,negative,-0.9880265
Sri Lanka protestors march demanding release of arrested student leader,1/16/2023,Legal,.,Sri Lanka protestors march demanding release of arrested student leader .,negative,-0.986507654
Sri Lanka JVP heavyweight defends colleague's controversial remark,1/16/2023,Politics,"“They didn’t take the essence of it; did not take the idea behind it. They just clung to one word,” said Handunnet...","Sri Lanka JVP heavyweight defends colleague's controversial remark “They didn’t take the essence of it; did not take the idea behind it. They just clung to one word,” said Handunnet...",negative,-0.996225834
"Despite strict measures, Sri Lanka's illegal migration continues as crisis takes toll",1/16/2023,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka saw number of boat people increasing over 11 folder last year,"Despite strict measures, Sri Lanka's illegal migration continues as crisis takes toll Sri Lanka saw number of boat people increasing over 11 folder last year",positive,0.737228215
Sri Lanka president pledges full implementation of 13th amendment; TNA sceptical,1/16/2023,Politics,"Successive governments have made the same promise for 35 years, to no avail, TNA legislator M A Sumanthiran said.","Sri Lanka president pledges full implementation of 13th amendment; TNA sceptical Successive governments have made the same promise for 35 years, to no avail, TNA legislator M A Sumanthiran said.",negative,-0.911444426
Pakistan diplomats and Sri Lanka Chamber Federation look to boost trade,1/16/2023,Business,Trade and Investment Attache of Pakistan was also present in the meeting.,Pakistan diplomats and Sri Lanka Chamber Federation look to boost trade Trade and Investment Attache of Pakistan was also present in the meeting.,positive,0.996784568
Sri Lanka cracks down on sin tax fraud,1/16/2023,Economy,In 2023 the agency has been give a target to collect 217 billion rupees.,Sri Lanka cracks down on sin tax fraud In 2023 the agency has been give a target to collect 217 billion rupees.,negative,-0.993985832
"Sri Lanka budget tax revenues up 36-pct to Oct, deficit down in real terms",1/16/2023,Economy,Overall deficit down to 5.5-pct of projected revenues from 8.6-pct last year ,"Sri Lanka budget tax revenues up 36-pct to Oct, deficit down in real terms Overall deficit down to 5.5-pct of projected revenues from 8.6-pct last year ",negative,-0.99788481
"Sri Lanka Railways plans to recruit 8,000 workers",1/15/2023,General Services,The multi-task force was allocated 9.8 billion rupees in the 2023 budget.,"Sri Lanka Railways plans to recruit 8,000 workers The multi-task force was allocated 9.8 billion rupees in the 2023 budget.",negative,-0.952852786
Vietnam rejects IMF-backed Sri Lanka-style policy in bid for monetary stability,1/15/2023,Economy," Vietnam does not have fully credible peg, but its monetary policy not widely inconsistent","Vietnam rejects IMF-backed Sri Lanka-style policy in bid for monetary stability  Vietnam does not have fully credible peg, but its monetary policy not widely inconsistent",positive,0.982583344
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices ease after 7 weeks,1/15/2023,Agriculture,"Average coconut prices went up 20.5 percent in the year to December 2022, lower than other food commodities.","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices ease after 7 weeks Average coconut prices went up 20.5 percent in the year to December 2022, lower than other food commodities.",negative,-0.99415499
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea gain amid low volumes,1/15/2023,Agriculture,All districts record decline in crop intake,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea gain amid low volumes All districts record decline in crop intake,negative,-0.990332782
India foreign minister in Sri Lanka for debt talks,1/15/2023,Economy,We discussed with China's EXIM Bank this week and by now we have commenced exchanging views on it,India foreign minister in Sri Lanka for debt talks We discussed with China's EXIM Bank this week and by now we have commenced exchanging views on it,positive,0.992422879
"Sri Lanka warned against unidentified flu virus, especially for pregnant women",1/15/2023,Environment,Patients advised to seek medical help to avoid being confused with dengue ,"Sri Lanka warned against unidentified flu virus, especially for pregnant women Patients advised to seek medical help to avoid being confused with dengue ",negative,-0.931849182
Sri Lanka may see drop in egg prices after January amid imports,1/14/2023,Economy,"“If import tax on animal feed was removed we could further bring down prices to roughly 43 rupees.""","Sri Lanka may see drop in egg prices after January amid imports “If import tax on animal feed was removed we could further bring down prices to roughly 43 rupees.""",negative,-0.997778237
"Sri Lanka's remittances in December up 46-pct, but down for year",1/14/2023,Economy,Sri Lankan expatriate workers sent money via illegal methods after the central bank propped up rupee artificially,"Sri Lanka's remittances in December up 46-pct, but down for year Sri Lankan expatriate workers sent money via illegal methods after the central bank propped up rupee artificially",negative,-0.99764508
"IMF working with China on possible maturity extensions for Sri Lanka, others",1/14/2023,Economy,China does not have the tradition of that coordination that exists in more mature lenders,"IMF working with China on possible maturity extensions for Sri Lanka, others China does not have the tradition of that coordination that exists in more mature lenders",negative,-0.947443426
Sri Lanka shares close lower on weak macroeconomic sentiments,1/13/2023,Markets,IMF board approval for Sri Lanka’s Extended Fund Facility (EFF) delayed as negotations with bilateral creditors drag o...,Sri Lanka shares close lower on weak macroeconomic sentiments IMF board approval for Sri Lanka’s Extended Fund Facility (EFF) delayed as negotations with bilateral creditors drag o...,negative,-0.998867154
Sri Lanka talks with China Exim Bank positive: Minister,1/13/2023,Debt Restructuring,Delay in Sri Lanka's debt restructuring has dragged the IMF approval for a $2.9 billion loan,Sri Lanka talks with China Exim Bank positive: Minister Delay in Sri Lanka's debt restructuring has dragged the IMF approval for a $2.9 billion loan,negative,-0.995858133
"Sri Lanka bonds close higher, kerb dollar Rs370.00/371.50",1/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.24 rupees,"Sri Lanka bonds close higher, kerb dollar Rs370.00/371.50 Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.24 rupees",negative,-0.986472964
"Sri Lanka Easter attacks: Church happy with court verdict, anticipates criminal proceedings",1/13/2023,Defence,"“This will be a great opening for us to start looking at other aspects of the case,” said the archbishop.","Sri Lanka Easter attacks: Church happy with court verdict, anticipates criminal proceedings “This will be a great opening for us to start looking at other aspects of the case,” said the archbishop.",positive,0.998220861
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka cuts 30 train trips to reduce cost,1/13/2023,Economy,Currently there are 396 trips daily including office hour transports,Crisis-hit Sri Lanka cuts 30 train trips to reduce cost Currently there are 396 trips daily including office hour transports,negative,-0.983706951
Sri Lanka debt assurance delay taking heavy toll on people: Minister,1/13/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka was hoping to get debt assurance from bilateral creditor by December 2022 or January 2023,Sri Lanka debt assurance delay taking heavy toll on people: Minister Sri Lanka was hoping to get debt assurance from bilateral creditor by December 2022 or January 2023,negative,-0.986091912
Sri Lanka to slash military strength 33-pct over two years,1/13/2023,Economy,"Military is now 200,783 but it will be reduced to 135,000 by 2024.","Sri Lanka to slash military strength 33-pct over two years Military is now 200,783 but it will be reduced to 135,000 by 2024.",negative,-0.982241333
Sri Lanka's economic crisis and COVID-19 pandemic reverses progress in SDGs - IPS,1/13/2023,Op-ed/Special Reports,"""Financing SDGs has become the biggest challenge for Sri Lanka""","Sri Lanka's economic crisis and COVID-19 pandemic reverses progress in SDGs - IPS ""Financing SDGs has become the biggest challenge for Sri Lanka""",negative,-0.997733474
Sri Lanka shares down in mid day trade on IMF delay,1/13/2023,Markets,"""Debt restructuring could be pushed back to end-2023 due to delays in the IMF programme,"" a statement said. ","Sri Lanka shares down in mid day trade on IMF delay ""Debt restructuring could be pushed back to end-2023 due to delays in the IMF programme,"" a statement said. ",negative,-0.995979071
Sri Lanka bond yields mixed at open,1/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.24 rupees,Sri Lanka bond yields mixed at open Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.24 rupees,negative,-0.996489465
Fitch downgrades 10 Sri Lankan Banks after local sovereign rating cut,1/13/2023,Banking,Sri Lanka sovereign rating,Fitch downgrades 10 Sri Lankan Banks after local sovereign rating cut Sri Lanka sovereign rating,negative,-0.997526467
Sri Lanka shares edge down on weak sentiments,1/12/2023,Markets,Investors on wait and see approach ahead of the earnings report ,Sri Lanka shares edge down on weak sentiments Investors on wait and see approach ahead of the earnings report ,negative,-0.996106088
Sri Lanka bond yields steady at close; rupee unchanged,1/12/2023,Bonds & Forex,.,Sri Lanka bond yields steady at close; rupee unchanged .,positive,0.998037279
Sri Lanka raises 149.5 bln via bonds; most from 2027,1/12/2023,Bonds & Forex,.,Sri Lanka raises 149.5 bln via bonds; most from 2027 .,negative,-0.632080972
Sri Lanka stock market officials optimistic of 2023 amid debt restructuring uncertainty ,1/12/2023,Debt Restructuring,"The stock market fell 30.6 pct in 2022 compared to the previous year, but saw record high foreign inflows ","Sri Lanka stock market officials optimistic of 2023 amid debt restructuring uncertainty  The stock market fell 30.6 pct in 2022 compared to the previous year, but saw record high foreign inflows ",negative,-0.973739266
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka allows banned Qatar Charity to open country office eying $11 mln,1/12/2023,International news,The charity’s accounts were frozen and a top lawyer was arrested arbitrarily for having linkings with ISIS,Crisis-hit Sri Lanka allows banned Qatar Charity to open country office eying $11 mln The charity’s accounts were frozen and a top lawyer was arrested arbitrarily for having linkings with ISIS,negative,-0.996756136
"Sri Lanka president, China Exim Bank chief discuss debt issues",1/12/2023,Economy,President Wickremesinghe’s office has yet to officially comment on the video call with the Chinese Exim bank chief.,"Sri Lanka president, China Exim Bank chief discuss debt issues President Wickremesinghe’s office has yet to officially comment on the video call with the Chinese Exim bank chief.",negative,-0.970710695
"Sri Lanka starts new COVID variant sequencing test, to intensify existing tests  ",1/12/2023,Health,"Over 10,000 have died in the last week of December due to COVID - WHO ","Sri Lanka starts new COVID variant sequencing test, to intensify existing tests   Over 10,000 have died in the last week of December due to COVID - WHO ",negative,-0.991796851
Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Bureau workers protest over bonus pay,1/12/2023,Economy,President had directed a probe on loss making enterprises CPC and SriLankan airlines after they paid bonus ,Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Bureau workers protest over bonus pay President had directed a probe on loss making enterprises CPC and SriLankan airlines after they paid bonus ,negative,-0.992922068
Sri Lanka ex-president Sirisena ordered to pay compensation for Easter Sunday victims,1/12/2023,Defence,The State was also ordered to pay one million rupees as compensation to the victims.,Sri Lanka ex-president Sirisena ordered to pay compensation for Easter Sunday victims The State was also ordered to pay one million rupees as compensation to the victims.,negative,-0.99204421
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,1/12/2023,Markets,"A wait and watch approach is taking on in the market waiting for earnings of companies, analysts said. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade A wait and watch approach is taking on in the market waiting for earnings of companies, analysts said. ",negative,-0.991168737
"Sri Lanka evaluates ""future steps"" on $40 mln worth expired Pfizer vaccines-official",1/12/2023,Health,Around 6 million Pfizer vaccines have expired on Dec. 31,"Sri Lanka evaluates ""future steps"" on $40 mln worth expired Pfizer vaccines-official Around 6 million Pfizer vaccines have expired on Dec. 31",negative,-0.992656648
Sri Lanka bond markets open flat ahead of bond auction,1/12/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.24 rupees,Sri Lanka bond markets open flat ahead of bond auction Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.24 rupees,negative,-0.999042332
"Sri Lanka central bank chief urges China, India to reduce country's debts",1/12/2023,Economy,"""The sooner they give us finance assurances that would be better for both [sides], as a creditor, as a debtor,” he sai...","Sri Lanka central bank chief urges China, India to reduce country's debts ""The sooner they give us finance assurances that would be better for both [sides], as a creditor, as a debtor,” he sai...",negative,-0.994344473
"Sri Lanka economy to contract 9.2-pct 2022, 4.2-pct 2023: World Bank",1/12/2023,Economy,The crisis... increased poverty and reversed much of the country’s income gains over the past decade,"Sri Lanka economy to contract 9.2-pct 2022, 4.2-pct 2023: World Bank The crisis... increased poverty and reversed much of the country’s income gains over the past decade",negative,-0.994825244
Top US security official meets Sri Lanka president amid concerns over rising China's influence,1/11/2023,Defence,Sri Lanka has been struggling to agree for debt restructuring with all its creditors including China,Top US security official meets Sri Lanka president amid concerns over rising China's influence Sri Lanka has been struggling to agree for debt restructuring with all its creditors including China,positive,0.972700953
"Sri Lanka Treasury bond and bill yields down, rupee steady",1/11/2023,Bonds & Forex,On January 11 the central bank injected 90 billion rupees to banks which were short of liquidity.,"Sri Lanka Treasury bond and bill yields down, rupee steady On January 11 the central bank injected 90 billion rupees to banks which were short of liquidity.",negative,-0.991721809
Sri Lanka shares edge up at close on positive macro sentiments,1/11/2023,Bonds & Forex,"""investor confidence slightly improved over the expectation of an economic recovery from 2H2023""","Sri Lanka shares edge up at close on positive macro sentiments ""investor confidence slightly improved over the expectation of an economic recovery from 2H2023""",positive,0.997856915
Sri Lanka T-bills yields down for second week,1/11/2023,Bonds & Forex,All the maturities were fully subscribed ,Sri Lanka T-bills yields down for second week All the maturities were fully subscribed ,negative,-0.997543633
Sri Lanka summons Canadian envoy after target sanctions against ex-presidents ,1/11/2023,Human Rights,The sanctions come Sri Lanka repeatedly rejecting Western demand to address past rights abuses as per UN resolution,Sri Lanka summons Canadian envoy after target sanctions against ex-presidents  The sanctions come Sri Lanka repeatedly rejecting Western demand to address past rights abuses as per UN resolution,negative,-0.961758673
Sri Lanka main opposition cries foul over JVP potshots at bus campaign,1/11/2023,Politics,"""Since of late, the JVP is not talking about the government. They’re talking about Sajith Premadasa donating buses.""","Sri Lanka main opposition cries foul over JVP potshots at bus campaign ""Since of late, the JVP is not talking about the government. They’re talking about Sajith Premadasa donating buses.""",negative,-0.999253333
Sri Lanka election commission undivided on local govt polls: commission chair,1/11/2023,Politics,"“The decision rests with the courts. No one can dispute [the court’s decision],” he said.","Sri Lanka election commission undivided on local govt polls: commission chair “The decision rests with the courts. No one can dispute [the court’s decision],” he said.",positive,0.622108877
Sri Lanka to import hatching eggs after parent flock collapses in 'supreme idiocy',1/11/2023,Agriculture,"The Ministry of Agriculture says the parent bird flock and dropped to 40,000","Sri Lanka to import hatching eggs after parent flock collapses in 'supreme idiocy' The Ministry of Agriculture says the parent bird flock and dropped to 40,000",negative,-0.999195397
Nominations for Sri Lanka's local polls to go ahead after official directive is revoked,1/11/2023,Politics,President Ranil Wickremesinghe is reportedly not keen on holding a local government election at this juncture.,Nominations for Sri Lanka's local polls to go ahead after official directive is revoked President Ranil Wickremesinghe is reportedly not keen on holding a local government election at this juncture.,negative,-0.997293055
Sri Lanka approves South Korean funded community tourism project in Trincomalee,1/11/2023,Tourism,South Korea has agreed to provide financial assistance of 2.172 billion South Korean won,Sri Lanka approves South Korean funded community tourism project in Trincomalee South Korea has agreed to provide financial assistance of 2.172 billion South Korean won,positive,0.885681093
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,1/11/2023,Economy,The market generated a turnover of 615 million rupees within the first hour of trade.,Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade The market generated a turnover of 615 million rupees within the first hour of trade.,positive,0.92309618
Sri Lanka's state worker salaries down to 65 cents of tax rupee,1/11/2023,Economy,Wages and pensions shot up from 52 to 86 cents of every tax rupee under fiscal 'stimulus',Sri Lanka's state worker salaries down to 65 cents of tax rupee Wages and pensions shot up from 52 to 86 cents of every tax rupee under fiscal 'stimulus',negative,-0.995328546
"Sri Lanka printed money for 75 years and defaulted, but now has to stop: Minister",1/11/2023,Economy,We have been asked not to print money,"Sri Lanka printed money for 75 years and defaulted, but now has to stop: Minister We have been asked not to print money",negative,-0.998132169
Sri Lanka to call applications for new lubicrant suppliers,1/10/2023,Petroleum,Parliament last year amended a law to liberalize the lubricant industry which was controlled by the loss-making CPC,Sri Lanka to call applications for new lubicrant suppliers Parliament last year amended a law to liberalize the lubricant industry which was controlled by the loss-making CPC,negative,-0.990448177
Canada imposes sanctions against Sri Lanka's Rajapaksas  over rights violations,1/10/2023,Democracy,Several Western nations have warned of targeted sanctions on Rajapaksas for past HR abuses ,Canada imposes sanctions against Sri Lanka's Rajapaksas  over rights violations Several Western nations have warned of targeted sanctions on Rajapaksas for past HR abuses ,negative,-0.977214634
Sri Lanka yet to plan for Chinese tourist influx after relaxed COVID-19 measures,1/10/2023,Tourism,China has opened its borders after three years ,Sri Lanka yet to plan for Chinese tourist influx after relaxed COVID-19 measures China has opened its borders after three years ,negative,-0.939468265
Sri Lanka to call investors for PPPs in Mattala Airport,1/10/2023,Aviation,Investors who have an interest to invest in MRIA to make it an efficient and productive airport can send their proposal,Sri Lanka to call investors for PPPs in Mattala Airport Investors who have an interest to invest in MRIA to make it an efficient and productive airport can send their proposal,positive,0.96269083
"Sri Lanka bonds up, T-bills down; rupee gains",1/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rupee appreciated by 85 cents,"Sri Lanka bonds up, T-bills down; rupee gains Rupee appreciated by 85 cents",negative,-0.841958344
Sri Lanka's shares fall on weak macro sentiments,1/10/2023,Markets,Ministries are informed to slash their budget by 5% as the financial crisis was worser than govt expected,Sri Lanka's shares fall on weak macro sentiments Ministries are informed to slash their budget by 5% as the financial crisis was worser than govt expected,negative,-0.999623775
Sri Lanka main opposition SJB unfazed by SLPP-UNP alliance,1/10/2023,Uncategorized,"“The UNP-SLPP alliance is in no way a challenge to the SJB,” said Attanayake.","Sri Lanka main opposition SJB unfazed by SLPP-UNP alliance “The UNP-SLPP alliance is in no way a challenge to the SJB,” said Attanayake.",positive,0.953662932
"Sri Lanka's ruling SLPP, president's UNP team up for local govt elections",1/10/2023,Politics,"“[The SJB] may prove a challenge in a bus race, but not in an election,” he said.","Sri Lanka's ruling SLPP, president's UNP team up for local govt elections “[The SJB] may prove a challenge in a bus race, but not in an election,” he said.",negative,-0.980238914
Sri Lanka power regulator says no law for retrospective tariff hikes,1/10/2023,Energy,To revise the rates a public hearing is required which take a minimum of 45-days ,Sri Lanka power regulator says no law for retrospective tariff hikes To revise the rates a public hearing is required which take a minimum of 45-days ,negative,-0.894808829
Sri Lanka's IRD gets less govt assistance than NBRO: official,1/10/2023,Fiscal,"“We may see a trend of people leaving the tax net the heavier their tax burden becomes.""","Sri Lanka's IRD gets less govt assistance than NBRO: official “We may see a trend of people leaving the tax net the heavier their tax burden becomes.""",negative,-0.998384356
Sri Lanka to call investors for oil refinery at Hambantota,1/10/2023,Business,.,Sri Lanka to call investors for oil refinery at Hambantota .,negative,-0.988688886
Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-day trade,1/10/2023,Markets,Treasury counters active ,Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-day trade Treasury counters active ,positive,0.853077352
Sri Lanka economy to contract further in 2023,1/10/2023,Economy,.,Sri Lanka economy to contract further in 2023 .,positive,0.994984388
Sri Lanka to slash 5-pct from budget; Samurdhi payment to be delayed,1/10/2023,Economy,.,Sri Lanka to slash 5-pct from budget; Samurdhi payment to be delayed .,negative,-0.998957276
Sri Lanka runs BOP surplus in November 2022,1/10/2023,Economy,The BOP surplus since September is US$147mn,Sri Lanka runs BOP surplus in November 2022 The BOP surplus since September is US$147mn,negative,-0.99772042
"Sri Lanka arrests foreign ATM hackers, police accomplice: report",1/10/2023,Legal,Befriended policeman at a gym,"Sri Lanka arrests foreign ATM hackers, police accomplice: report Befriended policeman at a gym",negative,-0.974450648
Sri Lanka cabinet nod for cost-reflective electricity tariff,1/10/2023,Energy,new tariff hike is expected to increase the current rate by more than 50 percent,Sri Lanka cabinet nod for cost-reflective electricity tariff new tariff hike is expected to increase the current rate by more than 50 percent,positive,0.966128767
"Sri Lanka businesses see tax hike pressure, lower sales - analysts ",1/9/2023,Business,Businesses in Sri Lanka are preparing for a tax shock from this month,"Sri Lanka businesses see tax hike pressure, lower sales - analysts  Businesses in Sri Lanka are preparing for a tax shock from this month",negative,-0.990092218
Sri Lanka boat people detentions soar over 10-fold in 2022,1/9/2023,Economic Crisis,Australia the top destination,Sri Lanka boat people detentions soar over 10-fold in 2022 Australia the top destination,positive,0.96840322
Sri Lanka shares fall on selling pressure,1/9/2023,Markets,"""Investors are not happy to invest until they see some solid assurance on IMF loan and the island’s debt restructure.â...","Sri Lanka shares fall on selling pressure ""Investors are not happy to invest until they see some solid assurance on IMF loan and the island’s debt restructure.â...",negative,-0.936639071
"Sri Lanka bond yields, T-bills ease; rupee steady",1/9/2023,Bonds & Forex,CBSL guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions was set at 363.09 rupees,"Sri Lanka bond yields, T-bills ease; rupee steady CBSL guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions was set at 363.09 rupees",negative,-0.966012359
"Sri Lanka president, govt cannot continue if defeated at local polls: opposition",1/9/2023,Politics,"“We’re ready for anything, but hold the election on time,” he said.","Sri Lanka president, govt cannot continue if defeated at local polls: opposition “We’re ready for anything, but hold the election on time,” he said.",positive,0.969704807
Sri Lanka imports down 18-pct in Nov 2022,1/9/2023,Economy,In November exports fell 17.9 percent to 994 million Us dollars,Sri Lanka imports down 18-pct in Nov 2022 In November exports fell 17.9 percent to 994 million Us dollars,negative,-0.99909246
India lends over US$1.1bn to upgrade Sri Lanka Railways,1/9/2023,Ground,About US$180mn project ongoing or planned,India lends over US$1.1bn to upgrade Sri Lanka Railways About US$180mn project ongoing or planned,negative,-0.966142535
"Sri Lanka ruling party places election deposits for Colombo, claims ready for polls",1/9/2023,Politics,Minister Bandula Gunawardena said that the SLPP is the only party that is actively organising for the polls.,"Sri Lanka ruling party places election deposits for Colombo, claims ready for polls Minister Bandula Gunawardena said that the SLPP is the only party that is actively organising for the polls.",negative,-0.997749627
"Sri Lanka's LG polls may derail President's reform agenda, delay IMF loan - analysts",1/9/2023,Corruption,"Polls may increase crisis-hit Sri Lanka's uncertainty amid debt restructuring, IMF loan delay","Sri Lanka's LG polls may derail President's reform agenda, delay IMF loan - analysts Polls may increase crisis-hit Sri Lanka's uncertainty amid debt restructuring, IMF loan delay",negative,-0.997828782
Sri Lanka's shares slip amid President's comments,1/9/2023,Markets,"""Index heavy shares are moving slow because the entire market is moving on dull,"" the analyst said. ","Sri Lanka's shares slip amid President's comments ""Index heavy shares are moving slow because the entire market is moving on dull,"" the analyst said. ",negative,-0.999786913
Sri Lanka bond yields open lower,1/9/2023,Bonds & Forex,"""The bond auction is due on Thursday. Investors may be wait for the auction""","Sri Lanka bond yields open lower ""The bond auction is due on Thursday. Investors may be wait for the auction""",negative,-0.992080986
"Sri Lanka bond holders earned high returns, should now take the hit: Picketty, academics",1/9/2023,Economy,Raises concerns of odious debt,"Sri Lanka bond holders earned high returns, should now take the hit: Picketty, academics Raises concerns of odious debt",negative,-0.994732141
Sri Lanka begins third round of FTA talks with Thailand,1/9/2023,Economy,Expects to have the deal in operation from 1Q 2024,Sri Lanka begins third round of FTA talks with Thailand Expects to have the deal in operation from 1Q 2024,negative,-0.923048139
Canada provides $3mn assistance to Sri Lanka,1/9/2023,Uncategorized,"The project aims to provide emergency food, safe water, health and nutrition services and other essential services.","Canada provides $3mn assistance to Sri Lanka The project aims to provide emergency food, safe water, health and nutrition services and other essential services.",positive,0.960074186
Sri Lanka coconut price gain 6-pct in Jan first week,1/8/2023,Commodities,"The highest price was 88,800 rupees for 1,000 nuts up from the previous week’s 86,100 rupees","Sri Lanka coconut price gain 6-pct in Jan first week The highest price was 88,800 rupees for 1,000 nuts up from the previous week’s 86,100 rupees",negative,-0.889452875
Sri Lanka's China-backed port mulls yard expansion amid roaring RO-RO business,1/8/2023,Ground,"In 2022, HIP handled a total volume of 558,188 units through 249 vessel calls, which is expected to increase.","Sri Lanka's China-backed port mulls yard expansion amid roaring RO-RO business In 2022, HIP handled a total volume of 558,188 units through 249 vessel calls, which is expected to increase.",positive,0.994249701
Sri Lanka's High and Low grown teas gain in first-week auction,1/8/2023,Tea,"“The 1st sale of the year got off to a good start with prices for almost all types of teas appreciating in value.""","Sri Lanka's High and Low grown teas gain in first-week auction “The 1st sale of the year got off to a good start with prices for almost all types of teas appreciating in value.""",positive,0.998954654
Sri Lanka primary dealers could be hit most by coupon clip in a DDR,1/8/2023,Economy,"""A DDR that wipes out the primary dealers  will seriously affect the ability of the government to raise funds""","Sri Lanka primary dealers could be hit most by coupon clip in a DDR ""A DDR that wipes out the primary dealers  will seriously affect the ability of the government to raise funds""",negative,-0.999560058
Sri Lanka import controls trigger brown sugar smuggling,1/8/2023,Economy,Brown sugar is banned to give profits to domestic producers,Sri Lanka import controls trigger brown sugar smuggling Brown sugar is banned to give profits to domestic producers,negative,-0.994355083
Sri Lanka power regulator says 10-hour power cuts avoided,1/7/2023,Power,"""We have secured around 25 coal shipments for this year.""","Sri Lanka power regulator says 10-hour power cuts avoided ""We have secured around 25 coal shipments for this year.""",negative,-0.999042451
Drug haulers arrested off Sri Lanka's Mirissa coast detained for one week,1/7/2023,Uncategorized,The five suspects are between 33 and 42 years of age and are residents.,Drug haulers arrested off Sri Lanka's Mirissa coast detained for one week The five suspects are between 33 and 42 years of age and are residents.,positive,0.640521526
Sri Lanka's Chinese-built Lotus Tower generates Rs 268 mn since September,1/7/2023,Economy,The tower which is not fully opened was able to attract half a million visitors within the first three months of opening,Sri Lanka's Chinese-built Lotus Tower generates Rs 268 mn since September The tower which is not fully opened was able to attract half a million visitors within the first three months of opening,negative,-0.997360408
Pakistan seeks Sri Lanka-style US$3bn 'bridging finance' from Saudi Arabia,1/7/2023,Economy,"State Bank of Pakistan is targeting 5-7-pct inflation, or three times the rate of countries with monetary stability","Pakistan seeks Sri Lanka-style US$3bn 'bridging finance' from Saudi Arabia State Bank of Pakistan is targeting 5-7-pct inflation, or three times the rate of countries with monetary stability",negative,-0.994596839
"Sri Lanka YouTuber arrested over ""blasphemous"" remark after MPs demand action",1/6/2023,Free Speech,"An activist and popular YouTuber, Amarasinghe is known for being a freethinker and non-believer.","Sri Lanka YouTuber arrested over ""blasphemous"" remark after MPs demand action An activist and popular YouTuber, Amarasinghe is known for being a freethinker and non-believer.",positive,0.888517439
Sri Lanka forex reserves at US$1896mn in Dec 2022,1/6/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka began 2022 with gross reserves of US$3.1bn,Sri Lanka forex reserves at US$1896mn in Dec 2022 Sri Lanka began 2022 with gross reserves of US$3.1bn,negative,-0.962595403
Sri Lanka power regulator vows not to allow cabinet driven power hike,1/5/2023,Energy,"Regulator has been in a tug-of-war with CEB, minister in the last 6 months. ","Sri Lanka power regulator vows not to allow cabinet driven power hike Regulator has been in a tug-of-war with CEB, minister in the last 6 months. ",negative,-0.988592863
Sri Lanka central bank discontinues incentive for foreign remittances,1/5/2023,Economy,Incentive was granted in December 2021 to discourage using illegal hawala/undiyal money transactions,Sri Lanka central bank discontinues incentive for foreign remittances Incentive was granted in December 2021 to discourage using illegal hawala/undiyal money transactions,negative,-0.957143009
Sri Lanka shares fall on weak sentiments,1/5/2023,Markets,ASPI has lost 0.77 percent in the first week of trade after losing 1.8 percent in December.,Sri Lanka shares fall on weak sentiments ASPI has lost 0.77 percent in the first week of trade after losing 1.8 percent in December.,negative,-0.999679089
"Sri Lanka bonds, T-bills up; rupee steady",1/5/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.11 rupees against the US dollar.,"Sri Lanka bonds, T-bills up; rupee steady Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.11 rupees against the US dollar.",negative,-0.995749474
Sri Lanka MPs set aside differences to break out pitchforks over YouTube comment,1/5/2023,Free Speech,"“Our feelings as Buddhists and those of our venerable monks have been hurt by this insult,” said Rajapakshe.","Sri Lanka MPs set aside differences to break out pitchforks over YouTube comment “Our feelings as Buddhists and those of our venerable monks have been hurt by this insult,” said Rajapakshe.",negative,-0.994343877
Sri Lankans vent out anger against ousted leader on his Dubai zoo visit,1/5/2023,Politics,Rajapaksa went to the UAE on a private visit and returned to the island this morning.,Sri Lankans vent out anger against ousted leader on his Dubai zoo visit Rajapaksa went to the UAE on a private visit and returned to the island this morning.,positive,0.831203938
"Sri Lanka says, secured 550 USA jobs",1/5/2023,Economy,"Jobs for 250 registered nurses, 100 laboratory technicians and 200 nursing assistants.","Sri Lanka says, secured 550 USA jobs Jobs for 250 registered nurses, 100 laboratory technicians and 200 nursing assistants.",positive,0.960504234
Sri Lanka's state-run LP gas firm reduces prices on easing global price,1/5/2023,Energy,Sri Lanka saw long queues for cooking gas last year ,Sri Lanka's state-run LP gas firm reduces prices on easing global price Sri Lanka saw long queues for cooking gas last year ,negative,-0.997057319
"Sri Lanka PM calls for cooperation, bipartisan support in recovery process",1/5/2023,Economy,The prime minister also claimed that the government has encouraged critical views.,"Sri Lanka PM calls for cooperation, bipartisan support in recovery process The prime minister also claimed that the government has encouraged critical views.",negative,-0.96436125
Sri Lanka scraps 'semi-luxury' buses on Colombo-Kataragama run,1/5/2023,People,"""From today onwards there will be no such buses in the Kataragama – Colombo route via Galle road.""","Sri Lanka scraps 'semi-luxury' buses on Colombo-Kataragama run ""From today onwards there will be no such buses in the Kataragama – Colombo route via Galle road.""",negative,-0.997991323
Sri Lanka cuts exorbitant fees charged from private expressway buses,1/5/2023,Economy,"""If the capacity of the bus is 100, the formula will be calculated assuming only 50 percent is travelling."" ","Sri Lanka cuts exorbitant fees charged from private expressway buses ""If the capacity of the bus is 100, the formula will be calculated assuming only 50 percent is travelling."" ",negative,-0.997549474
Sri Lanka election commission free to conduct local govt polls: justice minister,1/5/2023,Politics,"The government will not get in the way of the election commission exercising its mandate, he said.","Sri Lanka election commission free to conduct local govt polls: justice minister The government will not get in the way of the election commission exercising its mandate, he said.",negative,-0.971138418
Sri  Lanka bonds yields up but market active,1/5/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.11 rupees against the US dollar,Sri  Lanka bonds yields up but market active Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.11 rupees against the US dollar,negative,-0.991476119
Sri Lanka's shares slip in mid day trade,1/5/2023,Markets,"Top losers were Expolanka, Seylan Bank and Cargills.","Sri Lanka's shares slip in mid day trade Top losers were Expolanka, Seylan Bank and Cargills.",negative,-0.999492407
"Sri Lanka to review single borrower limits of banks, capital rules",1/5/2023,Banking,Single borrower exposure limits will also be reviewed to reduce the sovereign-bank nexus,"Sri Lanka to review single borrower limits of banks, capital rules Single borrower exposure limits will also be reviewed to reduce the sovereign-bank nexus",negative,-0.980393887
"Sri Lanka local polls on the cards, but result may not be foregone conclusion",1/5/2023,Politics,The result those demanding an election are counting on may not come to pass.,"Sri Lanka local polls on the cards, but result may not be foregone conclusion The result those demanding an election are counting on may not come to pass.",negative,-0.990496755
"After gloomy 2022, Sri Lanka CB eyes stability in growth, interest rate",1/4/2023,Economic Crisis,"Sri Lanka's economy estimated to be contracted 8 pct in 2022, the worst since country's independence","After gloomy 2022, Sri Lanka CB eyes stability in growth, interest rate Sri Lanka's economy estimated to be contracted 8 pct in 2022, the worst since country's independence",negative,-0.9952721
Sri Lanka removes static converter levy to promote renewable energy,1/4/2023,Economy,"Sri Lanka is struggling to avoid an extended power cut, reduce energy prices","Sri Lanka removes static converter levy to promote renewable energy Sri Lanka is struggling to avoid an extended power cut, reduce energy prices",negative,-0.785527289
Sri Lanka CB buys 2025 bonds at 29.0-pct to target yield curve,1/4/2023,Bonds & Forex,January 2025 bonds bought at a yield as low as 30.50-pct,Sri Lanka CB buys 2025 bonds at 29.0-pct to target yield curve January 2025 bonds bought at a yield as low as 30.50-pct,negative,-0.994237304
Sri Lanka sees rising beedi leaf smuggling from India amid increase in tobacco taxes   ,1/4/2023,Crime,Cash strapped Sri Lanka raised tobacco taxes three times since mid last year ,Sri Lanka sees rising beedi leaf smuggling from India amid increase in tobacco taxes    Cash strapped Sri Lanka raised tobacco taxes three times since mid last year ,negative,-0.978800833
Sri Lanka bond yields ease; rupee steady,1/4/2023,Bonds & Forex,Debt office offered and sold 98 billion rupees in the weekly T-bill auction on today.,Sri Lanka bond yields ease; rupee steady Debt office offered and sold 98 billion rupees in the weekly T-bill auction on today.,positive,0.997981429
Sri Lanka 3-month T-bill yield down 61 bps,1/4/2023,Bonds & Forex,Auction fully subscribed after weeks ,Sri Lanka 3-month T-bill yield down 61 bps Auction fully subscribed after weeks ,negative,-0.993919134
Sri Lanka shares slip after excise and custom duty revision,1/4/2023,Markets,negative sentiment weighed on LIOC as investors speculated margin pressure on the company,Sri Lanka shares slip after excise and custom duty revision negative sentiment weighed on LIOC as investors speculated margin pressure on the company,negative,-0.999127209
Sri Lanka ruling party claims it's ready for polls; opposition points to new delay tactic,1/4/2023,Politics,"“The government started the year with a lie, misleading the public.""","Sri Lanka ruling party claims it's ready for polls; opposition points to new delay tactic “The government started the year with a lie, misleading the public.""",negative,-0.996317267
Sri Lanka to allow tourists to pay in dollars in National Parks,1/4/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka has decided to allow tourist visiting national parks to pay in dollars. ,Sri Lanka to allow tourists to pay in dollars in National Parks Sri Lanka has decided to allow tourist visiting national parks to pay in dollars. ,negative,-0.79864794
Sri Lanka looks to boost 'long weekend' domestic tourism,1/4/2023,Economy,In 2023 there are 7 'long weekends' where Friday or Monday is a holiday. ,Sri Lanka looks to boost 'long weekend' domestic tourism In 2023 there are 7 'long weekends' where Friday or Monday is a holiday. ,negative,-0.525072396
Sri Lanka key excise taxes from Jan 2023,1/4/2023,Economy,"List includes mineral water, hearse, fuel, fruity juice, etc.","Sri Lanka key excise taxes from Jan 2023 List includes mineral water, hearse, fuel, fruity juice, etc.",negative,-0.909688234
Sri Lanka shares slip on increased excise duties on fuel,1/4/2023,Markets,"""This drove down the investor interest and the market saw panic selling, after the statement was released.""","Sri Lanka shares slip on increased excise duties on fuel ""This drove down the investor interest and the market saw panic selling, after the statement was released.""",negative,-0.999354422
Sri Lanka bond yields flat ahead of outright auction,1/4/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rs40bn outright auction,Sri Lanka bond yields flat ahead of outright auction Rs40bn outright auction,negative,-0.999243975
Sri Lanka election commission to accept nominations for local polls Jan 18-21,1/4/2023,Politics,Notices calling for nominations for 340 local government bodies were also released by district secretaries on Wednesday.,Sri Lanka election commission to accept nominations for local polls Jan 18-21 Notices calling for nominations for 340 local government bodies were also released by district secretaries on Wednesday.,negative,-0.99010694
"Sri Lanka hopes to earn Rs22bn from alcohol, cigarette tax hike",1/4/2023,Economy,Alcohol taxes up 20-pct per proof litre,"Sri Lanka hopes to earn Rs22bn from alcohol, cigarette tax hike Alcohol taxes up 20-pct per proof litre",negative,-0.987554967
Call to liberalize Sri Lanka shipping for export competitive economy,1/4/2023,Op-ed/Special Reports,"Singapore has 5,000 shipping agencies and have 140 shipping lines headquarters","Call to liberalize Sri Lanka shipping for export competitive economy Singapore has 5,000 shipping agencies and have 140 shipping lines headquarters",positive,0.961969852
Sri Lanka spends Rs.225 mln to beautify airport amid crisis,1/3/2023,Economy,AASL has spent 225 million rupees to allocate 1900 square meters on the second floor for 31 electronic related shops.,Sri Lanka spends Rs.225 mln to beautify airport amid crisis AASL has spent 225 million rupees to allocate 1900 square meters on the second floor for 31 electronic related shops.,negative,-0.995591402
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka launches coolant system in fishing boats to minimize losses,1/3/2023,Fisheries,Sri Lanka's post harvest losses in fishing has been over 20%. ,Crisis-hit Sri Lanka launches coolant system in fishing boats to minimize losses Sri Lanka's post harvest losses in fishing has been over 20%. ,negative,-0.985421658
Sri Lanka cabinet spokesman bats for China FTA as crisis haunts ,1/3/2023,Trade,"Sri Lanka is in the process to resume FTA talks with China, five years after suspending it","Sri Lanka cabinet spokesman bats for China FTA as crisis haunts  Sri Lanka is in the process to resume FTA talks with China, five years after suspending it",negative,-0.990109205
Sri Lanka to stop school admissions done under pressure,1/3/2023,Education,Many schools admit students under various pressure - minister ,Sri Lanka to stop school admissions done under pressure Many schools admit students under various pressure - minister ,negative,-0.977925897
"Sri Lanka bond yields ease at close, rupee unchanged",1/3/2023,Bonds & Forex,Overall market active after CBSL decision to limit policy windows ,"Sri Lanka bond yields ease at close, rupee unchanged Overall market active after CBSL decision to limit policy windows ",positive,0.502148151
Sri Lanka hikes excise duty on alcohol by 20-pct,1/3/2023,Business,.,Sri Lanka hikes excise duty on alcohol by 20-pct .,negative,-0.951091588
Sri Lanka shares close flat; investors book profits,1/3/2023,Markets,First hour of trade witnessed heaving buying in life insurance and Treasury counters ,Sri Lanka shares close flat; investors book profits First hour of trade witnessed heaving buying in life insurance and Treasury counters ,negative,-0.999440968
Sri Lanka to start seafood quality and quarantine process to enable China exports,1/3/2023,Business,“Specially for products such as sea cucumbers there is big demand…In India and China..”,Sri Lanka to start seafood quality and quarantine process to enable China exports “Specially for products such as sea cucumbers there is big demand…In India and China..”,positive,0.994622946
Sri Lanka central bank to limit access to policy rate windows,1/3/2023,Economy,SDF facility limited to 5 times a month. Central bank overnight refinancing capped at 90-pct of SRR of each bank,Sri Lanka central bank to limit access to policy rate windows SDF facility limited to 5 times a month. Central bank overnight refinancing capped at 90-pct of SRR of each bank,negative,-0.994578362
Sri Lanka SOEs for re-structure to come under holding company,1/3/2023,Economy,All the SOEs will be made subsidiaries of the holding company.,Sri Lanka SOEs for re-structure to come under holding company All the SOEs will be made subsidiaries of the holding company.,negative,-0.917989552
Sri Lanka's shares gain in mid day trade,1/3/2023,Markets,The market generated a turnover of 2 billion rupees within the first hour of trade. ,Sri Lanka's shares gain in mid day trade The market generated a turnover of 2 billion rupees within the first hour of trade. ,positive,0.622260094
Sri Lanka income tax hike: GMOA to launch 'black protest week' on Jan 23,1/3/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka’s revised tax regime came into effect on January 01 2023.,Sri Lanka income tax hike: GMOA to launch 'black protest week' on Jan 23 Sri Lanka’s revised tax regime came into effect on January 01 2023.,negative,-0.930974364
Sri Lanka bond yields open flat,1/3/2023,Bonds & Forex,Rupee steady,Sri Lanka bond yields open flat Rupee steady,positive,0.995468497
Sri Lanka king coconut output to crash 40-pct from white fly disease,1/3/2023,Business,Standard coconut palms less affected,Sri Lanka king coconut output to crash 40-pct from white fly disease Standard coconut palms less affected,negative,-0.994773805
"Sri Lanka to import eggs after price controls decimate layer, parent bird populations",1/3/2023,Agriculture,"If necessary, we will look at the quantity and import to give eggs ","Sri Lanka to import eggs after price controls decimate layer, parent bird populations If necessary, we will look at the quantity and import to give eggs ",positive,0.833386302
"Sri Lanka in difficult situation, has to implement unpopular decisions: Treasury secy",1/3/2023,Economy,Lack of financial discipline was the main reason,"Sri Lanka in difficult situation, has to implement unpopular decisions: Treasury secy Lack of financial discipline was the main reason",negative,-0.998260438
"Sri Lanka cuts diesel, kerosene prices",1/2/2023,Economy,"Super diesel and petrol 95 Octane remained at 510 rupees a litre, while 92 Octane remained at 370 rupees.","Sri Lanka cuts diesel, kerosene prices Super diesel and petrol 95 Octane remained at 510 rupees a litre, while 92 Octane remained at 370 rupees.",negative,-0.991070747
Sri Lanka cabinet delays electricity tariff hike amid rising opposition ,1/2/2023,Energy,Government has already increased tariffs by over 50% in 2022,Sri Lanka cabinet delays electricity tariff hike amid rising opposition  Government has already increased tariffs by over 50% in 2022,negative,-0.981060266
"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka sees record labour migration as rupee collapse, high inflation weigh ",1/2/2023,Employment,"Though number of Sri Lankans migrated more than doubled, remittances are still down significantly","Crisis-hit Sri Lanka sees record labour migration as rupee collapse, high inflation weigh  Though number of Sri Lankans migrated more than doubled, remittances are still down significantly",negative,-0.999472082
Sri Lanka's ECT revenue rises as government awaiting for Japan offer response,1/2/2023,Logistics,"Sri Lanka's dilomatic ties with Japan, India severed after it unilaterally cancelled a tripartite deal","Sri Lanka's ECT revenue rises as government awaiting for Japan offer response Sri Lanka's dilomatic ties with Japan, India severed after it unilaterally cancelled a tripartite deal",negative,-0.996954918
Sri Lanka power regulator on collision course with cabinet,1/2/2023,Energy,Their target is to earn 100 billion rupees from all citizens that uses less than 120 units in 2023,Sri Lanka power regulator on collision course with cabinet Their target is to earn 100 billion rupees from all citizens that uses less than 120 units in 2023,negative,-0.996530592
"Sri Lanka bonds yields end steady, Rupee unchanged",1/2/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.11 rupees,"Sri Lanka bonds yields end steady, Rupee unchanged Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.11 rupees",positive,0.922392905
Sri Lanka shares gain on first day trade,1/2/2023,Markets,Market anticipates interest rates to ease ,Sri Lanka shares gain on first day trade Market anticipates interest rates to ease ,positive,0.989549518
IMF chief paints gloomy picture on global economy over China's slowdown,1/2/2023,Debt Restructuring,"IMF chief says working hard with Sri Lanka, other debt-ridden nations ","IMF chief paints gloomy picture on global economy over China's slowdown IMF chief says working hard with Sri Lanka, other debt-ridden nations ",positive,0.840543091
Sri Lanka president meets former UK PM David Cameron in Colombo,1/2/2023,International Relations,Cameron is in Sri Lanka on a private visit.,Sri Lanka president meets former UK PM David Cameron in Colombo Cameron is in Sri Lanka on a private visit.,positive,0.994880915
President calls for state sector cooperation in returning Sri Lanka to normal,1/2/2023,Economy,"""There cannot be competition between the different parts, no tug-o-war,"" he said.","President calls for state sector cooperation in returning Sri Lanka to normal ""There cannot be competition between the different parts, no tug-o-war,"" he said.",positive,0.991351485
Sri Lanka's shares gain in mid market trade,1/2/2023,Markets,The market generated a turnover of 479 million rupees. ,Sri Lanka's shares gain in mid market trade The market generated a turnover of 479 million rupees. ,positive,0.925492048
"Sri Lanka budget spending to prioritize arrears, essential services",1/2/2023,Economy,Officers to be made personally liable for spending without prior budgetary provisions,"Sri Lanka budget spending to prioritize arrears, essential services Officers to be made personally liable for spending without prior budgetary provisions",negative,-0.99269259
Sri Lanka plans to hike renewable purchase tariffs after currency collapse,1/2/2023,Energy,"""Parties that came for tenders and put bids can no longer proceed on the basis of tenders.""","Sri Lanka plans to hike renewable purchase tariffs after currency collapse ""Parties that came for tenders and put bids can no longer proceed on the basis of tenders.""",negative,-0.998606622
Sri Lanka police battle leaks as Schaffter murder probe drags,1/1/2023,Legal,There are several teams working on various possibilities,Sri Lanka police battle leaks as Schaffter murder probe drags There are several teams working on various possibilities,negative,-0.993122995
Bangladesh start-ups see progress,1/1/2023,Business,Bangladesh's startups grew nearly tenfold in the 2020/2021 period,Bangladesh start-ups see progress Bangladesh's startups grew nearly tenfold in the 2020/2021 period,positive,0.998473585
"Sri Lanka high mid grown teas ease, low growns gain",1/1/2023,Agriculture,"Ceylon tea prices gained steeply in 2022, after the rupee fell.","Sri Lanka high mid grown teas ease, low growns gain Ceylon tea prices gained steeply in 2022, after the rupee fell.",negative,-0.963171899
"Sri Lanka over the worst, but system change needed: President",1/1/2023,Economy,Yet I believe that we have already gone through the worst of these times,"Sri Lanka over the worst, but system change needed: President Yet I believe that we have already gone through the worst of these times",negative,-0.997775733
Sri Lanka will not hire state workers despite retirements amid IMF deal,12/31/2022,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka has over 1.4 million state workers for 22 million population. ,Sri Lanka will not hire state workers despite retirements amid IMF deal Sri Lanka has over 1.4 million state workers for 22 million population. ,negative,-0.986019254
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's govt expects not to rely on money printing in 2023 ,12/31/2022,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka's inflation hit record high of 73% in September after money printing-led currency collapse,Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's govt expects not to rely on money printing in 2023  Sri Lanka's inflation hit record high of 73% in September after money printing-led currency collapse,negative,-0.871992707
Sri Lanka's egg price controls hit two generations of chicken,12/31/2022,Economy,Price controls leads to shortage of parent birds,Sri Lanka's egg price controls hit two generations of chicken Price controls leads to shortage of parent birds,negative,-0.999456465
"Sri Lanka bonds end flat, kerb 370.50/371.50",12/31/2022,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields flat,"Sri Lanka bonds end flat, kerb 370.50/371.50 Bond yields flat",negative,-0.999735296
Sri Lanka stocks down 30.5% on year end; foreigners buy,12/30/2022,Markets,"“This year has been a mixture of shocks and short recovery...""","Sri Lanka stocks down 30.5% on year end; foreigners buy “This year has been a mixture of shocks and short recovery...""",negative,-0.97733444
Sri Lanka's Kanrich Finance directed to settle liabilities by Feb 2023,12/30/2022,Business,Action was taken due to capital deficiencies in the company ,Sri Lanka's Kanrich Finance directed to settle liabilities by Feb 2023 Action was taken due to capital deficiencies in the company ,negative,-0.99927038
Sri Lanka’s inflation at 57.2-pct in December 2022,12/30/2022,Economy,Food prices fell 9.3 percent after falling 1.5 percent a month earlier.,Sri Lanka’s inflation at 57.2-pct in December 2022 Food prices fell 9.3 percent after falling 1.5 percent a month earlier.,negative,-0.999313235
Sri Lanka service sector sees out migration,12/30/2022,Economy,"November was slightly better due to a pick-up in tourism, the central bank said.","Sri Lanka service sector sees out migration November was slightly better due to a pick-up in tourism, the central bank said.",negative,-0.932622075
Sri Lanka's shares gain over 1-pct in mid day trade,12/30/2022,Markets,Retail and insurance counters are active ,Sri Lanka's shares gain over 1-pct in mid day trade Retail and insurance counters are active ,positive,0.986431897
Sri Lanka's Western Province GDP marginally up in 2021,12/30/2022,Economy,"Eastern, Central and North Central provinces fall as a share","Sri Lanka's Western Province GDP marginally up in 2021 Eastern, Central and North Central provinces fall as a share",negative,-0.994553328
Sri Lanka’s sorry record on protecting Free Expression,12/30/2022,Op-ed/Special Reports,The aragalaya has a lit a lamp for free expression,Sri Lanka’s sorry record on protecting Free Expression The aragalaya has a lit a lamp for free expression,negative,-0.998101294
"Sri Lanka cash-strapped state plans 14,000-acre land grab in currency crisis: report",12/30/2022,Agriculture,These fallow lands will be brought under the government and steps will be taken to cultivate them,"Sri Lanka cash-strapped state plans 14,000-acre land grab in currency crisis: report These fallow lands will be brought under the government and steps will be taken to cultivate them",negative,-0.955079913
SME food suppliers of Sri Lanka retail chain financed by USAID,12/29/2022,Business,The partnership plans to support approximately 100 MSMEs to obtain USD 4 million worth of credit over six months.,SME food suppliers of Sri Lanka retail chain financed by USAID The partnership plans to support approximately 100 MSMEs to obtain USD 4 million worth of credit over six months.,positive,0.70467025
"Sri Lanka departure, arrival cards online for travellers",12/29/2022,Business,The data can be filled up to 3 days before departure,"Sri Lanka departure, arrival cards online for travellers The data can be filled up to 3 days before departure",negative,-0.994748175
Sri Lanka bond yields marginally up; overall market dull,12/29/2022,Bonds & Forex,Investors on the sideline ,Sri Lanka bond yields marginally up; overall market dull Investors on the sideline ,negative,-0.997712851
"Sri Lanka sells Rs53bn in 2026 bonds, 2025 unsold",12/29/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka sells Rs53bn in 2026 bonds, 2025 unsold .",negative,-0.937489986
Sri Lanka shares edge up at close,12/29/2022,Markets,Insurance counters got activated on positive sentiments ,Sri Lanka shares edge up at close Insurance counters got activated on positive sentiments ,positive,0.999264777
"Sri Lanka's CEB revenue Rs35.6bn in Nov, costs to rise in New Year: Minister",12/29/2022,Energy,CEB would need liquid fuel of Rs35bn before coal in January,"Sri Lanka's CEB revenue Rs35.6bn in Nov, costs to rise in New Year: Minister CEB would need liquid fuel of Rs35bn before coal in January",negative,-0.965511799
Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-day trade,12/29/2022,Markets,Market is highly volatile,Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-day trade Market is highly volatile,negative,-0.988347232
Sri Lanka tax payers look to tighten belts further or migrate as progressive taxes bite,12/29/2022,Economy,"""There is no way I can understand how my tax money is spent and how it is an incentive for my business.""","Sri Lanka tax payers look to tighten belts further or migrate as progressive taxes bite ""There is no way I can understand how my tax money is spent and how it is an incentive for my business.""",negative,-0.999521971
Sri Lanka bond yields open flat,12/29/2022,Bonds & Forex,Market awaits 90 billion bond auction ,Sri Lanka bond yields open flat Market awaits 90 billion bond auction ,negative,-0.977623761
Sri Lanka's privatized cattle farm an example to follow: President,12/29/2022,Agriculture,Under private management the best cows yield 50 litres a day from an average of 9 under state ownership ,Sri Lanka's privatized cattle farm an example to follow: President Under private management the best cows yield 50 litres a day from an average of 9 under state ownership ,positive,0.997826636
SriLankan Airlines halts coupon payments on bond,12/29/2022,Economy,The bond has a sovereign guarantee,SriLankan Airlines halts coupon payments on bond The bond has a sovereign guarantee,negative,-0.998966932
Sri Lanka shares fall on electricity tariff hike fears; turnover lowest in over a month,12/28/2022,Markets,Minister revealed plans to hike once again in January ,Sri Lanka shares fall on electricity tariff hike fears; turnover lowest in over a month Minister revealed plans to hike once again in January ,negative,-0.99374336
Sri Lanka cancels license of Swarnamahal Financial Services,12/28/2022,Business,The license was cancelled on December 28.,Sri Lanka cancels license of Swarnamahal Financial Services The license was cancelled on December 28.,negative,-0.999189675
Sri Lanka sells Rs98bn in T-bill auction,12/28/2022,Bonds & Forex,Three-month bills generated the most ,Sri Lanka sells Rs98bn in T-bill auction Three-month bills generated the most ,negative,-0.877039552
"Dilshan Wirasekara MD of Sri Lanka's First Capital, Manjula Mathews Director",12/28/2022,Business,"The change came after the tragic death of Dinesh Schaffter, who was the managing director.","Dilshan Wirasekara MD of Sri Lanka's First Capital, Manjula Mathews Director The change came after the tragic death of Dinesh Schaffter, who was the managing director.",negative,-0.896463871
"Sri Lanka to add 2,800MW of renewables over 3-years: Minister",12/28/2022,Energy,"""We think we can reduce the generating cost from 47 rupees a unit to about 40 35 rupees.""","Sri Lanka to add 2,800MW of renewables over 3-years: Minister ""We think we can reduce the generating cost from 47 rupees a unit to about 40 35 rupees.""",negative,-0.958731472
Bad loan provisions erode Sri Lanka banks' profit amid looming domestic debt restructuring,12/28/2022,Banking,Banking sector likely to collapse if government decides for domestic debt restructuring-analysts ,Bad loan provisions erode Sri Lanka banks' profit amid looming domestic debt restructuring Banking sector likely to collapse if government decides for domestic debt restructuring-analysts ,negative,-0.999290705
Sri Lanka eying China tourism as Covid controls relaxed,12/28/2022,Tourism,""" In 2019, the number of outbound tourists from China reached nearly 155 million.""","Sri Lanka eying China tourism as Covid controls relaxed "" In 2019, the number of outbound tourists from China reached nearly 155 million.""",negative,-0.803448439
Sri Lanka's stocks down in mid market trade,12/28/2022,Markets,The market generated a turnover of 529 million rupees.,Sri Lanka's stocks down in mid market trade The market generated a turnover of 529 million rupees.,negative,-0.98426789
India's IRCON to upgrade Sri Lanka's Northern railway track for Rs33bn,12/28/2022,Ground,Colombo Jaffna direct trains halted from 5 months from Jan 05,India's IRCON to upgrade Sri Lanka's Northern railway track for Rs33bn Colombo Jaffna direct trains halted from 5 months from Jan 05,negative,-0.996111095
Sri Lanka bond yields open flat,12/28/2022,Bonds & Forex,Market is waiting for the T-bill auction  ,Sri Lanka bond yields open flat Market is waiting for the T-bill auction  ,negative,-0.998099267
"Sri Lanka expects India, Japan, New Fortress to join in LNG deal: Minister",12/28/2022,Energy,Those companies are talking among themselves to operate jointly as far as I know,"Sri Lanka expects India, Japan, New Fortress to join in LNG deal: Minister Those companies are talking among themselves to operate jointly as far as I know",negative,-0.989891887
Sri Lanka shares gain at market close,12/27/2022,Markets,Investors bought in to battered down shares ,Sri Lanka shares gain at market close Investors bought in to battered down shares ,negative,-0.990648925
Sri Lanka bond yields flat at market close,12/27/2022,Bonds & Forex,Secondary market on a standstill,Sri Lanka bond yields flat at market close Secondary market on a standstill,negative,-0.99967289
Sri Lanka to get coal on credit from Indonesia's Arista Mitra,12/27/2022,Energy,Deliveries to start from February 2023,Sri Lanka to get coal on credit from Indonesia's Arista Mitra Deliveries to start from February 2023,negative,-0.977181196
Sri Lanka rice farmers to get free TSP fertilizer,12/27/2022,Agriculture,"FAO will distribute 36,000 metric tonnes of Triple Super Phosphate (TSP) fertilizer in 2023.","Sri Lanka rice farmers to get free TSP fertilizer FAO will distribute 36,000 metric tonnes of Triple Super Phosphate (TSP) fertilizer in 2023.",negative,-0.963946879
Sri Lanka plans up to 65-pct tariff hike in January: Minister,12/27/2022,Energy,"""PUCSL has not given sufficient increase in an August decision."" ","Sri Lanka plans up to 65-pct tariff hike in January: Minister ""PUCSL has not given sufficient increase in an August decision."" ",negative,-0.999554694
Sri Lanka expects at least six coal ships in Jan,12/27/2022,Energy,Existing coal stock are enough to operate two coal plants till January 08,Sri Lanka expects at least six coal ships in Jan Existing coal stock are enough to operate two coal plants till January 08,negative,-0.989684582
Sri Lanka adds 63GWh to hydro stocks from depression downpour,12/27/2022,Energy,Delayed monsoons reduce hydro resources,Sri Lanka adds 63GWh to hydro stocks from depression downpour Delayed monsoons reduce hydro resources,negative,-0.982120693
Sri Lanka shares gain on mid market trade as holiday sentiments end,12/27/2022,Markets,The market generated a turnover of 1 billion rupees during its first hour of trade.,Sri Lanka shares gain on mid market trade as holiday sentiments end The market generated a turnover of 1 billion rupees during its first hour of trade.,positive,0.705373943
Sri Lanka bond yields flat at market open,12/27/2022,Bonds & Forex,Most maturities were inactive,Sri Lanka bond yields flat at market open Most maturities were inactive,negative,-0.999738395
Russia's Red Wings to start charters Sri Lanka from Dec 28,12/27/2022,Aviation,Red Wings will operate charter services to Sri Lanka twice a week ,Russia's Red Wings to start charters Sri Lanka from Dec 28 Red Wings will operate charter services to Sri Lanka twice a week ,positive,0.937455714
Sri Lanka tea production marginally improves in Nov 2022,12/26/2022,Tea,Policy mismanagement and bad weather continue to eat into dollar crop ,Sri Lanka tea production marginally improves in Nov 2022 Policy mismanagement and bad weather continue to eat into dollar crop ,negative,-0.937613666
Sri Lanka to observe two minute's silence on tsunami remembrance,12/26/2022,Environment,From 9.25 to 9.27 am on December 26,Sri Lanka to observe two minute's silence on tsunami remembrance From 9.25 to 9.27 am on December 26,negative,-0.628532112
Two deaths in Sri Lanka's Central town on Christmas eve,12/25/2022,weather,A depression in bay of Bengal has brought in sudden showers and landslide,Two deaths in Sri Lanka's Central town on Christmas eve A depression in bay of Bengal has brought in sudden showers and landslide,negative,-0.855866373
Sri Lanka minister mulls paths of self-sufficiency or economic freedom for 2023,12/25/2022,Economy,"Out of 1645 items which under import bans after 2020 monetary instability, 795 have been removed","Sri Lanka minister mulls paths of self-sufficiency or economic freedom for 2023 Out of 1645 items which under import bans after 2020 monetary instability, 795 have been removed",negative,-0.993471384
Sri Lanka cloaked in depression on Christmas,12/25/2022,Environment,Weather warning on sudden winds and lightning,Sri Lanka cloaked in depression on Christmas Weather warning on sudden winds and lightning,negative,-0.989422977
Sri Lanka President calls for a giving Christmas in deepest ever currency crisis,12/24/2022,Economy,"In the country’s current unprecedented economic crisis, it is important for the people to assist each other","Sri Lanka President calls for a giving Christmas in deepest ever currency crisis In the country’s current unprecedented economic crisis, it is important for the people to assist each other",positive,0.996767282
'Revenge porn’ edited claims Sri Lanka presidential ex-aide,12/24/2022,Political News,.,'Revenge porn’ edited claims Sri Lanka presidential ex-aide .,negative,-0.992994964
Sri Lanka capital air quality drops to unhealthy levels again,12/24/2022,Environment,Sri Lanka has been experiencing poor air quality since at least early December.,Sri Lanka capital air quality drops to unhealthy levels again Sri Lanka has been experiencing poor air quality since at least early December.,negative,-0.999602854
Christmas amid crisis: Sri Lankans cut corners to keep festivities upbeat,12/24/2022,Economy,This year’s festive season is on a dull spell as the economic crisis has started to take the toll.,Christmas amid crisis: Sri Lankans cut corners to keep festivities upbeat This year’s festive season is on a dull spell as the economic crisis has started to take the toll.,negative,-0.998622656
Sri Lanka ‘revenge porn’ spark calls for tougher privacy laws,12/24/2022,Legal, The release of the footage came shortly after putting the monk behind bars,Sri Lanka ‘revenge porn’ spark calls for tougher privacy laws  The release of the footage came shortly after putting the monk behind bars,negative,-0.966302037
Sri Lanka state minister claims alleged South Korean finger-wagging a fabrication,12/24/2022,Politics,"""I was there right on time.""","Sri Lanka state minister claims alleged South Korean finger-wagging a fabrication ""I was there right on time.""",negative,-0.994263351
Sri Lanka police to make mufti cars out of seized vehicles,12/24/2022,Law and Order,"""Jeeps are being excluded because they are well known for being used in police work.""","Sri Lanka police to make mufti cars out of seized vehicles ""Jeeps are being excluded because they are well known for being used in police work.""",negative,-0.989112973
Sri Lanka marine pollution; 18 brands linked to 53-pct of washed-up waste,12/24/2022,Environment,"Among the branded waste, around 80 percent had come from 20 firms","Sri Lanka marine pollution; 18 brands linked to 53-pct of washed-up waste Among the branded waste, around 80 percent had come from 20 firms",negative,-0.998020053
Sri Lanka Justice Minister urge people not to send rogues as lawmaker,12/23/2022,Politics,Sri Lanka witnessed unprecedented protests ousting two key leaders this year ,Sri Lanka Justice Minister urge people not to send rogues as lawmaker Sri Lanka witnessed unprecedented protests ousting two key leaders this year ,negative,-0.983681977
"Sri Lanka Bond yields up, Rupee steady",12/23/2022,Bonds & Forex,No T-bills were quoted.,"Sri Lanka Bond yields up, Rupee steady No T-bills were quoted.",negative,-0.690608084
Sri Lanka shares fall on weak macro sentiments,12/23/2022,Markets,Shares fell for seven-sessions straight,Sri Lanka shares fall on weak macro sentiments Shares fell for seven-sessions straight,negative,-0.998937666
"Sri Lanka undecided on death penalty, hangmen - Justice Minister ",12/23/2022,Human Rights,Sri Lanka has not executed anybody since 1976,"Sri Lanka undecided on death penalty, hangmen - Justice Minister  Sri Lanka has not executed anybody since 1976",negative,-0.943356574
Sri Lanka minister wants action against tourists doing business,12/23/2022,Business,It is not clear how many drug dealers lost their jobs due to the tourists.,Sri Lanka minister wants action against tourists doing business It is not clear how many drug dealers lost their jobs due to the tourists.,negative,-0.999596775
US starts ocean plastics reduction program in Sri Lanka and the Maldives,12/23/2022,Environment,USAID says roughly 11 million tons of waste enter the ocean annually.,US starts ocean plastics reduction program in Sri Lanka and the Maldives USAID says roughly 11 million tons of waste enter the ocean annually.,negative,-0.98557198
"Sri Lanka seizes crystal meth, kush in dolls, food",12/23/2022,Crime,"The parcels had been mailed from Spain, United Kingdom, Germany, Canada and The Netherlands.","Sri Lanka seizes crystal meth, kush in dolls, food The parcels had been mailed from Spain, United Kingdom, Germany, Canada and The Netherlands.",negative,-0.873764992
Sri Lanka President liberalizes fertilizer imports,12/23/2022,Economy,Open account imports of fertilizer will be allowed from December 21 to June 2023.,Sri Lanka President liberalizes fertilizer imports Open account imports of fertilizer will be allowed from December 21 to June 2023.,negative,-0.919773161
Sri Lanka's shares down in mid day trade,12/23/2022,Markets,"Top losers were Expolanka, LOLC, Richard Pieris and Company. ","Sri Lanka's shares down in mid day trade Top losers were Expolanka, LOLC, Richard Pieris and Company. ",negative,-0.999126017
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea Trails enters top Conde Nast Traveler list,12/23/2022,Business,Ceylon Tea Trails said it is the first Sri Lankan hotel to make enter CN's gold list,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea Trails enters top Conde Nast Traveler list Ceylon Tea Trails said it is the first Sri Lankan hotel to make enter CN's gold list,positive,0.99219054
"Sri Lanka bond yields flat at open, rupee steady",12/23/2022,Bonds & Forex,The secondary market was quiet ahead of the Christmas holidays as investors slowed down activity,"Sri Lanka bond yields flat at open, rupee steady The secondary market was quiet ahead of the Christmas holidays as investors slowed down activity",negative,-0.999081373
S&P downgrades Pakistan to CCC+ from B- amid Sri Lanka style 'flexible' regime,12/23/2022,Economy,Pakistan BOP outlook remains vulnerable,S&P downgrades Pakistan to CCC+ from B- amid Sri Lanka style 'flexible' regime Pakistan BOP outlook remains vulnerable,negative,-0.997722685
Sri Lanka to abolish land grants to plantations companies: President,12/23/2022,Economy,We hope to complete these activities by February 04,Sri Lanka to abolish land grants to plantations companies: President We hope to complete these activities by February 04,positive,0.994679987
IMF approval delay on Sri Lanka loan not only due to China: Source,12/22/2022,Debt Restructuring,The IMF Board approval for $2.9 bln loan delayed as there is no agreement on debt restructuring yet ,IMF approval delay on Sri Lanka loan not only due to China: Source The IMF Board approval for $2.9 bln loan delayed as there is no agreement on debt restructuring yet ,negative,-0.994855642
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka allows spectators to watch LPL knockout games for free,12/22/2022,Economy,SLC also slashes ticket prices for knockout stage  ,Crisis-hit Sri Lanka allows spectators to watch LPL knockout games for free SLC also slashes ticket prices for knockout stage  ,negative,-0.988067508
Sri Lanka woos investors in South India,12/22/2022,Business,Venkateshwaran also invited investor in South India to visit Sri Lanka in 2023.,Sri Lanka woos investors in South India Venkateshwaran also invited investor in South India to visit Sri Lanka in 2023.,positive,0.99510175
Sri Lanka gets Swiss help to study EU market access,12/22/2022,Economy,"Market Studies will cover the areas of present trade regulations, non-tariff measures & technical regulations, etc.","Sri Lanka gets Swiss help to study EU market access Market Studies will cover the areas of present trade regulations, non-tariff measures & technical regulations, etc.",positive,0.612357318
Sri Lanka shares fall at close on local debt restructuring speculation,12/22/2022,Markets,A media report has said sovereign bondholders are not likely to agree to any deal without domestic debt re-structuring,Sri Lanka shares fall at close on local debt restructuring speculation A media report has said sovereign bondholders are not likely to agree to any deal without domestic debt re-structuring,negative,-0.997703016
"Sri Lanka Bond yields up, Rupee steady",12/22/2022,Bonds & Forex,The secondary market is quite ahead of the Christmas holidays as investors slowed down activity.,"Sri Lanka Bond yields up, Rupee steady The secondary market is quite ahead of the Christmas holidays as investors slowed down activity.",positive,0.746909559
"Sri Lanka president, TNA meet on reconciliation; political prisoners, lands discussed",12/22/2022,Politics,"“We plan to meet again on January 05 to discuss the next course of action,” said Sumanthiran.","Sri Lanka president, TNA meet on reconciliation; political prisoners, lands discussed “We plan to meet again on January 05 to discuss the next course of action,” said Sumanthiran.",positive,0.981718659
Phone analysis holds up probe in to Sri Lanka executive’s murder,12/22/2022,Legal,We have to analyse all the phone numbers that were connected to base stations in the area on December 15,Phone analysis holds up probe in to Sri Lanka executive’s murder We have to analyse all the phone numbers that were connected to base stations in the area on December 15,negative,-0.977213979
"Sri Lanka govt resorting to delay tactics, no plans to hold local polls: opposition",12/22/2022,Politics,"“The government is afraid of elections. They cannot go before the people,” the MP said.","Sri Lanka govt resorting to delay tactics, no plans to hold local polls: opposition “The government is afraid of elections. They cannot go before the people,” the MP said.",negative,-0.991874397
Sri Lanka China-backed port's plug-and-play factories almost ready,12/22/2022,Business,Operations are expected to begin by June 2023.,Sri Lanka China-backed port's plug-and-play factories almost ready Operations are expected to begin by June 2023.,positive,0.683575034
Sri Lanka shares down in mid day trade on holiday sentiments,12/22/2022,Markets,All Share Price Index (ASPI) down by  0.38 percent or 31.62 points,Sri Lanka shares down in mid day trade on holiday sentiments All Share Price Index (ASPI) down by  0.38 percent or 31.62 points,negative,-0.999609292
"Sri Lanka International Trade Office to lead FTA talks with China, India",12/22/2022,Economy,"Sri Lanka hopes to re-start trade negotiations with India, China and Thailand from January 2023","Sri Lanka International Trade Office to lead FTA talks with China, India Sri Lanka hopes to re-start trade negotiations with India, China and Thailand from January 2023",positive,0.923458278
Sri Lanka bond market quiet ahead of holiday season,12/22/2022,Bonds & Forex,Central bank's guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.16 rupees,Sri Lanka bond market quiet ahead of holiday season Central bank's guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.16 rupees,negative,-0.994185925
Sri Lanka to use vehicles confiscated by Customs for police work,12/22/2022,Political News,Sri Lanka also plans to set up 111 new police stations.,Sri Lanka to use vehicles confiscated by Customs for police work Sri Lanka also plans to set up 111 new police stations.,negative,-0.694114149
Sri Lanka importers see freight costs plunge after US tightening,12/22/2022,Logistics,"Today a container from Shanghai to Colombo is 1,100 US dollars. Back to normal.","Sri Lanka importers see freight costs plunge after US tightening Today a container from Shanghai to Colombo is 1,100 US dollars. Back to normal.",negative,-0.985653937
Dinesh Weerakkody appointed Chairman Board of Investment of Sri Lanka,12/22/2022,Economy,Three others also used,Dinesh Weerakkody appointed Chairman Board of Investment of Sri Lanka Three others also used,positive,0.990531683
"Sri Lanka arrests 6,000 in ice crackdown, 377 kilos of drug seized",12/21/2022,Narcotics,ICE use is spreading among Sri Lanka students,"Sri Lanka arrests 6,000 in ice crackdown, 377 kilos of drug seized ICE use is spreading among Sri Lanka students",negative,-0.98212254
"Sri Lanka bond Yields ends higher, t-bills steady",12/21/2022,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.16 rupees,"Sri Lanka bond Yields ends higher, t-bills steady Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.16 rupees",negative,-0.927311063
IMF approval for Sri Lanka loan delayed over lingering negotiation ,12/21/2022,Debt Restructuring,Sri Lanka has originally expected the $2.9 billion IMF loan by this month,IMF approval for Sri Lanka loan delayed over lingering negotiation  Sri Lanka has originally expected the $2.9 billion IMF loan by this month,negative,-0.983857155
"Sri Lanka shares fall on IMF deal uncertanity, local debt-restructuring",12/21/2022,Markets,IMF board-level agreement is likely to go beyond January - State Minister ,"Sri Lanka shares fall on IMF deal uncertanity, local debt-restructuring IMF board-level agreement is likely to go beyond January - State Minister ",negative,-0.975277543
"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka eyes ambitious, record $2 bln FDI next year",12/21/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka has seen $713 mln in FDI in the first 9 months of 2022,"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka eyes ambitious, record $2 bln FDI next year Sri Lanka has seen $713 mln in FDI in the first 9 months of 2022",positive,0.865513444
"Sri Lanka sells all offered bills, yields marginally down",12/21/2022,Bonds & Forex,Debt office offered 85 billion rupees of treasury bills and sold all.,"Sri Lanka sells all offered bills, yields marginally down Debt office offered 85 billion rupees of treasury bills and sold all.",negative,-0.980369508
Sri Lanka trains more teachers for IT subjects,12/21/2022,Economic Crisis,"There are approximately 20,000 IT job openings in the public and private sectors","Sri Lanka trains more teachers for IT subjects There are approximately 20,000 IT job openings in the public and private sectors",positive,0.940406978
Massive COVID-19 surge in China; Sri Lanka expert calls for strengthened surveillance,12/21/2022,Health,"""There is always a possibility of a different variant emerging. This is why we need to strengthen our surveillance.""","Massive COVID-19 surge in China; Sri Lanka expert calls for strengthened surveillance ""There is always a possibility of a different variant emerging. This is why we need to strengthen our surveillance.""",negative,-0.952635705
Sri Lanka's shares down in mid market trade,12/21/2022,Markets,"News over Sri Lanka's sovereign bondholders over domestic re-structuring drove selling on shares, analysts said.","Sri Lanka's shares down in mid market trade News over Sri Lanka's sovereign bondholders over domestic re-structuring drove selling on shares, analysts said.",negative,-0.995388389
"Sri Lanka rupee down three cents against USD, bond yields open steady",12/21/2022,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.16 rupees,"Sri Lanka rupee down three cents against USD, bond yields open steady Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.16 rupees",positive,0.658707559
"IMF urges Maldives to stop money printing to protect rufiyaa, as Sri Lanka rupee collapses",12/21/2022,Economy,Directors advised that the MMA advances to the government be phased out to lower pressures on reserves,"IMF urges Maldives to stop money printing to protect rufiyaa, as Sri Lanka rupee collapses Directors advised that the MMA advances to the government be phased out to lower pressures on reserves",negative,-0.999055207
Sri Lanka's sovereign bondholders to play hardball over domestic re-structuring: report,12/20/2022,Economy,International bondholders are likely to reject any debt restructuring proposal that doesn’t include local obligations,Sri Lanka's sovereign bondholders to play hardball over domestic re-structuring: report International bondholders are likely to reject any debt restructuring proposal that doesn’t include local obligations,negative,-0.909021556
Sri Lanka could face 10-hour power cuts from Jan if coal shipments delayed: CEB union,12/20/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka faced 13 hour power cut in March this year after the govt could not import fuel ,Sri Lanka could face 10-hour power cuts from Jan if coal shipments delayed: CEB union Sri Lanka faced 13 hour power cut in March this year after the govt could not import fuel ,negative,-0.996901631
Sri Lanka shares close lower in fourth session,12/20/2022,Markets,Holiday season profit taking dragging the market down ,Sri Lanka shares close lower in fourth session Holiday season profit taking dragging the market down ,negative,-0.999462783
Sri Lanka to improve upcountry plantation workers' lives amid Indian push ,12/20/2022,Culture,Indians came as cheap labours under British Colonial rulers ,Sri Lanka to improve upcountry plantation workers' lives amid Indian push  Indians came as cheap labours under British Colonial rulers ,negative,-0.995953918
Sri Lanka bond yields close higher,12/20/2022,Bonds & Forex,Overall market had thin volumes,Sri Lanka bond yields close higher Overall market had thin volumes,negative,-0.998512805
Sri Lanka in search of expert advice to dispose $40 million worth Pfizer vaccine ,12/20/2022,Health,"Sri Lanka tried to donate 6 mln Pfizer doses to Myanmar, but failed","Sri Lanka in search of expert advice to dispose $40 million worth Pfizer vaccine  Sri Lanka tried to donate 6 mln Pfizer doses to Myanmar, but failed",negative,-0.99938345
"Mercantilist Sri Lanka to teach 'economics' to politicos, bureaucrats",12/20/2022,Economy,Members of Parliament as well as government officers to obtain training on economic and trade activities,"Mercantilist Sri Lanka to teach 'economics' to politicos, bureaucrats Members of Parliament as well as government officers to obtain training on economic and trade activities",positive,0.986636937
Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-day trade,12/20/2022,Markets,Market down for the 4th session straight ,Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-day trade Market down for the 4th session straight ,negative,-0.998986661
Sri Lanka cabinet approves draft monetary law ahead of IMF deal,12/20/2022,Economy,Expects to legalize flexible inflation targeting and flexible exchange rate,Sri Lanka cabinet approves draft monetary law ahead of IMF deal Expects to legalize flexible inflation targeting and flexible exchange rate,positive,0.985637367
Sri Lanka bond yields open higher,12/20/2022,Bonds & Forex,The Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.18 on Monday.,Sri Lanka bond yields open higher The Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.18 on Monday.,positive,0.946621776
"Sri Lanka to start resident visas for investors, workers in China Port City",12/20/2022,Economy,A resident visa for investors and employees will be introduced.,"Sri Lanka to start resident visas for investors, workers in China Port City A resident visa for investors and employees will be introduced.",positive,0.996381104
Saudi Arabia's Ajlan to join China's CHEC to invest in Sri Lanka Port City,12/20/2022,Business,To jointly invest in several pilot projects,Saudi Arabia's Ajlan to join China's CHEC to invest in Sri Lanka Port City To jointly invest in several pilot projects,positive,0.930905044
"Sri Lanka Port, Airport, Aviation regulator give Rs2.0bn to budget",12/20/2022,Economy,"Port pays 1000mn, Airport 500mn","Sri Lanka Port, Airport, Aviation regulator give Rs2.0bn to budget Port pays 1000mn, Airport 500mn",negative,-0.978489399
China to give RMB 90 million to School uniform,12/19/2022,Economic Crisis,The first batch containing three million meters of finished fabric has already left China,China to give RMB 90 million to School uniform The first batch containing three million meters of finished fabric has already left China,negative,-0.998861909
Sri Lanka stocks close lower on profit taking,12/19/2022,Markets,"""The holiday season and the end of the quarter is nearing, so there was profit taking visible in the market.""","Sri Lanka stocks close lower on profit taking ""The holiday season and the end of the quarter is nearing, so there was profit taking visible in the market.""",negative,-0.998579621
Sri Lanka bond yields end higher,12/19/2022,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.18 rupees,Sri Lanka bond yields end higher Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.18 rupees,negative,-0.950856924
40 percent of Sri Lanka's house holds income drop from Jun to Dec: FAO report,12/19/2022,Agriculture,"""Supply of food in local markets is shrinking and food inflation i is soaring, reaching 90 percent in July 2022.""","40 percent of Sri Lanka's house holds income drop from Jun to Dec: FAO report ""Supply of food in local markets is shrinking and food inflation i is soaring, reaching 90 percent in July 2022.""",negative,-0.985447586
"Sri Lanka parliament panel clears envoys to UN, Germany, Vietnam",12/19/2022,Economy,Committee on high posts has cleared the appointment of four ambassadors and two permanent representatives to UN agencies,"Sri Lanka parliament panel clears envoys to UN, Germany, Vietnam Committee on high posts has cleared the appointment of four ambassadors and two permanent representatives to UN agencies",negative,-0.556283534
"Sri Lanka to boost school internet links, AI education",12/19/2022,Education,AI is part of reforms that will also see Wellness and Sustainability added to school syllabi.,"Sri Lanka to boost school internet links, AI education AI is part of reforms that will also see Wellness and Sustainability added to school syllabi.",positive,0.996557772
Sri Lanka making more arrests to contain ice (crystal meth) menace: Minister,12/19/2022,Human Rights,"Measures are also being taken under provisions of the Act to destroy ice and other dangerous drugs, he said.","Sri Lanka making more arrests to contain ice (crystal meth) menace: Minister Measures are also being taken under provisions of the Act to destroy ice and other dangerous drugs, he said.",negative,-0.988188863
Sri Lanka stocks plunge in mid market trade,12/19/2022,Markets,"""Towards the end of the month we saw some profit taking and sell-offs,"" an analyst said.","Sri Lanka stocks plunge in mid market trade ""Towards the end of the month we saw some profit taking and sell-offs,"" an analyst said.",negative,-0.992856026
Sri Lanka bond yields ease at open,12/19/2022,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.18 rupees,Sri Lanka bond yields ease at open Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.18 rupees,negative,-0.763630748
"Sri Lanka migrant workers top 300,000 in 2022: Minister",12/19/2022,Economy,"By today the 300,000 mark has been exceeded,","Sri Lanka migrant workers top 300,000 in 2022: Minister By today the 300,000 mark has been exceeded,",positive,0.978070676
Sri Lanka Navy rescues 104 Myanmar boat people,12/19/2022,Logistics,"In rough sea conditions, the Navy made a strenuous effort and rescued those 104 Myanmar nationals","Sri Lanka Navy rescues 104 Myanmar boat people In rough sea conditions, the Navy made a strenuous effort and rescued those 104 Myanmar nationals",positive,0.989691198
Sri Lanka tea exports down 25-pct in November 2022,12/18/2022,Agriculture,Rupee earnings up after currency depreciation,Sri Lanka tea exports down 25-pct in November 2022 Rupee earnings up after currency depreciation,negative,-0.995740056
China-backed Hambantota port hires Sri Lanka firm for duty free sales,12/18/2022,Business,Hambantota Port is expecting cruise ship calls to triple in 2023.,China-backed Hambantota port hires Sri Lanka firm for duty free sales Hambantota Port is expecting cruise ship calls to triple in 2023.,negative,-0.934225619
Sri Lanka's High Grown Ceylon tea prices edge lower,12/18/2022,Agriculture,This week 5.1 million kilograms were offered at the auction made up of 0.7 million kilograms of High Growns.,Sri Lanka's High Grown Ceylon tea prices edge lower This week 5.1 million kilograms were offered at the auction made up of 0.7 million kilograms of High Growns.,negative,-0.99258703
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices surge 22-pct over month,12/18/2022,Agriculture,Average prices are up 22 percent from November 03.,Sri Lanka coconut auction prices surge 22-pct over month Average prices are up 22 percent from November 03.,negative,-0.845312715
Using Indian rupee for trade with Sri Lanka a next step: official,12/18/2022,Economy,India is Sri Lanka's largest trading partner,Using Indian rupee for trade with Sri Lanka a next step: official India is Sri Lanka's largest trading partner,positive,0.98281914
"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka to open new university for fresh teachers as outflow, retirement hurt   ",12/17/2022,Economic Crisis,More teachers are leaving the country after economic crisis; Some have retired after age reduced ,"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka to open new university for fresh teachers as outflow, retirement hurt    More teachers are leaving the country after economic crisis; Some have retired after age reduced ",negative,-0.992541313
Prisoners to become farmers in crisis-hit Sri Lanka as rice imports banned,12/17/2022,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's food prices have soared after the rupee collapsed and ad hoc state interventions in agriculture,Prisoners to become farmers in crisis-hit Sri Lanka as rice imports banned Sri Lanka's food prices have soared after the rupee collapsed and ad hoc state interventions in agriculture,negative,-0.993244469
Sri Lanka police broaden probe into executive’s death,12/17/2022,Legal,The car is also being subjected to forensic tests to extract any evidence of the attacker or attackers,Sri Lanka police broaden probe into executive’s death The car is also being subjected to forensic tests to extract any evidence of the attacker or attackers,negative,-0.999004424
"Sri Lanka drug, fuel shortages deprive treatment of cyclone-hit animals",12/17/2022,Agriculture,"By December 14th 1,272 animals had died. Another 420 were sick and were being treated.","Sri Lanka drug, fuel shortages deprive treatment of cyclone-hit animals By December 14th 1,272 animals had died. Another 420 were sick and were being treated.",negative,-0.990136504
"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka vacate over 16,000 army personnel ahead of IMF deal",12/16/2022,Free Speech,Sri Lanka is in the process of reducing government expenditure ahead of the IMF deal,"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka vacate over 16,000 army personnel ahead of IMF deal Sri Lanka is in the process of reducing government expenditure ahead of the IMF deal",negative,-0.996809781
Sri Lanka stocks close lower on profit taking and GDP contraction,12/16/2022,Bonds & Forex,GDP has contracted 11 percent in the third quarter of 2022,Sri Lanka stocks close lower on profit taking and GDP contraction GDP has contracted 11 percent in the third quarter of 2022,negative,-0.997034431
Sri Lanka bonds yields end steady,12/16/2022,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.18 rupees against the US dollar,Sri Lanka bonds yields end steady Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.18 rupees against the US dollar,negative,-0.761727512
Sri Lanka's top mobile phone provider out of liquid index list ,12/16/2022,Markets,Once top market cap Dialog is out of most liquid index,Sri Lanka's top mobile phone provider out of liquid index list  Once top market cap Dialog is out of most liquid index,positive,0.932538807
 Sri Lanka to punish sexual bribery,12/16/2022,Crime,Police said sex related crimes sometimes go unreported., Sri Lanka to punish sexual bribery Police said sex related crimes sometimes go unreported.,negative,-0.989927471
Sri Lanka needs higher tariffs for water PPPs: ADB official,12/16/2022,Business,PPP might be hesitating because they do not see a proper ROI for their investments due to low tariff.,Sri Lanka needs higher tariffs for water PPPs: ADB official PPP might be hesitating because they do not see a proper ROI for their investments due to low tariff.,negative,-0.99919492
Police say ‘open mind’ over murder of Sri Lanka executive,12/16/2022,Legal,We are following several possibilities,Police say ‘open mind’ over murder of Sri Lanka executive We are following several possibilities,positive,0.974097013
Sri Lanka shares down in mid market trade,12/16/2022,Markets,"Top losers in trade at 1130 hours were LIOC, LOLC and Browns Investment. ","Sri Lanka shares down in mid market trade Top losers in trade at 1130 hours were LIOC, LOLC and Browns Investment. ",negative,-0.998084664
Sri Lanka bond yields open lower,12/16/2022,Bonds & Forex,Rupee guidance peg unchanged,Sri Lanka bond yields open lower Rupee guidance peg unchanged,negative,-0.996954679
Sri Lanka GDP inflates 45-pct in 2022 third quarter,12/16/2022,Economy,Real GDP adjusted for inflation was down 11.8 percent compared to a year ago,Sri Lanka GDP inflates 45-pct in 2022 third quarter Real GDP adjusted for inflation was down 11.8 percent compared to a year ago,negative,-0.998590648
Sri Lanka police probing death of Dinesh Schaffter,12/16/2022,Legal,Borella police and CID investigating,Sri Lanka police probing death of Dinesh Schaffter Borella police and CID investigating,negative,-0.935608506
Sri Lanka holds delayed third bilateral creditor meeting on debt restructuring  ,12/15/2022,Economic Crisis,The third meeting was originally scheduled to be held on November 17. ,Sri Lanka holds delayed third bilateral creditor meeting on debt restructuring   The third meeting was originally scheduled to be held on November 17. ,negative,-0.96778816
Sri Lanka GDP shrinks 11.8-pct in third quarter after monetary shock,12/15/2022,Economy,"Agriculture was estimated to have declined 8.7 percent, industry 21.2 percent and services 2.6 percent","Sri Lanka GDP shrinks 11.8-pct in third quarter after monetary shock Agriculture was estimated to have declined 8.7 percent, industry 21.2 percent and services 2.6 percent",negative,-0.995522261
"Zimbabwe inflation peaks at 285-pct IMF says, against 70.2-pct in Sri Lanka",12/15/2022,Economy,Real GDP growth is thus expected to decline to about 3.5 percent in 2022,"Zimbabwe inflation peaks at 285-pct IMF says, against 70.2-pct in Sri Lanka Real GDP growth is thus expected to decline to about 3.5 percent in 2022",negative,-0.997937322
Sri Lanka bonds and T-bills ease at close,12/15/2022,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.18 rupees,Sri Lanka bonds and T-bills ease at close Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.18 rupees,negative,-0.979103029
Sri Lanka shares fall at market close on profit taking,12/15/2022,Markets,Analyst expect to see volatility in the coming days ,Sri Lanka shares fall at market close on profit taking Analyst expect to see volatility in the coming days ,negative,-0.99747318
Sri Lanka mulls second water tariff hike after currency collapse,12/15/2022,Economy,"Water Board selling at 2 cents per litre, cost 3.5 cents","Sri Lanka mulls second water tariff hike after currency collapse Water Board selling at 2 cents per litre, cost 3.5 cents",negative,-0.993454754
Sri Lanka foods at Vietnam food fest,12/15/2022,People,Foods such as Kottu Rotti and Aappa (Hoppers) which were made with live demonstrations.,Sri Lanka foods at Vietnam food fest Foods such as Kottu Rotti and Aappa (Hoppers) which were made with live demonstrations.,negative,-0.946853757
Sri Lanka construction professionals fleeing country after currency crisis,12/15/2022,Economy,"Mainly the engineers, quantity surveyors - who have 3 to 4 years' experience - the young crowds are leaving the country","Sri Lanka construction professionals fleeing country after currency crisis Mainly the engineers, quantity surveyors - who have 3 to 4 years' experience - the young crowds are leaving the country",negative,-0.995874226
Sri Lanka increases medical offical retirement age from 60 to 63-years - Gazette,12/15/2022,Health,The country was already seeing a brain drain after the retirment age was reduced from 65 to 63,Sri Lanka increases medical offical retirement age from 60 to 63-years - Gazette The country was already seeing a brain drain after the retirment age was reduced from 65 to 63,negative,-0.998393118
"Sri Lanka bond yields mixed, bills down",12/15/2022,Bonds & Forex,Market is moving on active trade ,"Sri Lanka bond yields mixed, bills down Market is moving on active trade ",negative,-0.899005651
Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid market trade,12/15/2022,Markets,Expolanka owned up to half a billion of the total revenue. ,Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid market trade Expolanka owned up to half a billion of the total revenue. ,negative,-0.86261189
Sri Lanka promises interest subsidies to egg farmers crippled by price controls,12/15/2022,Uncategorized,"“Ministry officials to grant loans for the egg producers under a minimum interest rate to reduce production costs."" ","Sri Lanka promises interest subsidies to egg farmers crippled by price controls “Ministry officials to grant loans for the egg producers under a minimum interest rate to reduce production costs."" ",negative,-0.997696579
Shock revelations on Sri Lanka ministers' electric defaults,12/15/2022,Economy,"Ministers overstay at official residences for years, some are now dead","Shock revelations on Sri Lanka ministers' electric defaults Ministers overstay at official residences for years, some are now dead",negative,-0.997858107
Sri Lanka's central bank crisis and John Exter's about face on hard pegs: Bellwether,12/15/2022,Bellwether,"In 1968 with Bretton Woods soft-peg hanging on a thread, advantages of currency board had become clear","Sri Lanka's central bank crisis and John Exter's about face on hard pegs: Bellwether In 1968 with Bretton Woods soft-peg hanging on a thread, advantages of currency board had become clear",positive,0.969840109
Fed hikes rates by 50bp with US inflation at 7.1-pct,12/15/2022,Economy,US inflation came in at 7.1 percent in November,Fed hikes rates by 50bp with US inflation at 7.1-pct US inflation came in at 7.1 percent in November,negative,-0.98660022
Sri Lanka gets WFP backing to eliminate hunger by 2027,12/14/2022,Food Security,"A program that is to run till 2027, Sri Lanka hopes to reach UN's Sustainable Development Goal 2 of eliminating hunger","Sri Lanka gets WFP backing to eliminate hunger by 2027 A program that is to run till 2027, Sri Lanka hopes to reach UN's Sustainable Development Goal 2 of eliminating hunger",positive,0.543202877
Sri Lanka state minister wants govt to reduce provincial councilors by 50-pct,12/14/2022,Politics,Provincial Councils are considered as white elephants by many Sri Lankans,Sri Lanka state minister wants govt to reduce provincial councilors by 50-pct Provincial Councils are considered as white elephants by many Sri Lankans,negative,-0.990214944
Sri Lanka bond yields close lower,12/14/2022,Bonds & Forex,Market eased after the T-bill auction ,Sri Lanka bond yields close lower Market eased after the T-bill auction ,negative,-0.992266953
"Sri Lanka shares close higher on Expolanka, Lanka IOC",12/14/2022,Markets,Overall market is on thin volumes ,"Sri Lanka shares close higher on Expolanka, Lanka IOC Overall market is on thin volumes ",negative,-0.999303579
Sri Lanka sells Rs98bn in Treasuries,12/14/2022,Bonds & Forex,Offered and sold the full amount,Sri Lanka sells Rs98bn in Treasuries Offered and sold the full amount,negative,-0.977097392
More Sri Lankans make up less as economic crisis takes its toll on beauty industry,12/14/2022,Economy,Beauty has slid down the priority list for many as expenditure skyrocketed due to dollar shortage,More Sri Lankans make up less as economic crisis takes its toll on beauty industry Beauty has slid down the priority list for many as expenditure skyrocketed due to dollar shortage,negative,-0.998138785
Sri Lanka construction contractors look for foreign projects as currency crisis slams sector,12/14/2022,Construction and Real Estate,Construction firms had been operating in the Maldives and the Middle East during a 30-year war ,Sri Lanka construction contractors look for foreign projects as currency crisis slams sector Construction firms had been operating in the Maldives and the Middle East during a 30-year war ,negative,-0.993476093
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid market trade,12/14/2022,Markets,"""Its the same old counters that are contributing to the market,"" analysts said. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid market trade ""Its the same old counters that are contributing to the market,"" analysts said. ",negative,-0.975931346
"Sri Lanka's loss-making CEB workers, directors to forego annual 'bonus': regulator",12/14/2022,Energy,"As directed by PUCSL, CEB Board of Directors & Trade Unions have agreed to forego bonus for the year 2022","Sri Lanka's loss-making CEB workers, directors to forego annual 'bonus': regulator As directed by PUCSL, CEB Board of Directors & Trade Unions have agreed to forego bonus for the year 2022",negative,-0.996914864
Sri Lanka bond yields mixed at open,12/14/2022,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.18 rupees,Sri Lanka bond yields mixed at open Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.18 rupees,negative,-0.995316029
Sri Lanka poultry farmers offer to buy excess rice to keep paddy prices up,12/14/2022,Agriculture,"We have told the government that we can buy 100,000 tonnes of rice to make poultry feed","Sri Lanka poultry farmers offer to buy excess rice to keep paddy prices up We have told the government that we can buy 100,000 tonnes of rice to make poultry feed",negative,-0.989842832
Vietnam forex troubles show that Sri Lanka cannot fix BOP problems with exports: Kabir,12/14/2022,Economy,"So the problem is not simply increasing exports, but doing the correct monetary policy","Vietnam forex troubles show that Sri Lanka cannot fix BOP problems with exports: Kabir So the problem is not simply increasing exports, but doing the correct monetary policy",negative,-0.980727077
Sri Lanka shares fall on dull sentiments,12/13/2022,Markets,The market witnessed a turnover of 1.3 billion rupees,Sri Lanka shares fall on dull sentiments The market witnessed a turnover of 1.3 billion rupees,negative,-0.999522805
Sri Lanka bond yields move up at market close,12/13/2022,Bonds & Forex,"“The market was a bit active after the auction announcement,” a dealer said.","Sri Lanka bond yields move up at market close “The market was a bit active after the auction announcement,” a dealer said.",positive,0.965466261
"After RAW chief's visit, Indian Naval chief arrives in Sri Lanka",12/13/2022,Defence,Political analysts see the Indian moves as to counter increasing Chinese influence in Sri Lanka,"After RAW chief's visit, Indian Naval chief arrives in Sri Lanka Political analysts see the Indian moves as to counter increasing Chinese influence in Sri Lanka",positive,0.995898783
Sri Lanka debt office raises less than expected funds via bond auction,12/13/2022,Bonds & Forex,Only 109 billion rupees raise out of 160 billion rupees,Sri Lanka debt office raises less than expected funds via bond auction Only 109 billion rupees raise out of 160 billion rupees,negative,-0.994062603
US backs preservation of Asia's oldest shipwreck in Sri Lanka,12/13/2022,International Relations,It is believed to be about 2000 years old and one of the oldest sunken vessels to be discovered in the world.,US backs preservation of Asia's oldest shipwreck in Sri Lanka It is believed to be about 2000 years old and one of the oldest sunken vessels to be discovered in the world.,negative,-0.929934621
"Re-expropriation of Sri Lanka plantation land to violate property rights, scare investors",12/13/2022,Agriculture,"Privatized plantations which are on 50-year lease have only 70,000 hectares of land.","Re-expropriation of Sri Lanka plantation land to violate property rights, scare investors Privatized plantations which are on 50-year lease have only 70,000 hectares of land.",negative,-0.99137938
Sri Lanka shares fall in mid market trade,12/13/2022,Markets,The market generated a revenue of 774 million rupees within the first hour in to trading.,Sri Lanka shares fall in mid market trade The market generated a revenue of 774 million rupees within the first hour in to trading.,negative,-0.977582693
Sri Lanka bond yields flat at open,12/13/2022,Bonds & Forex,Debt office is offering 160 billion rupees to be sold in a bond auction on December 13.,Sri Lanka bond yields flat at open Debt office is offering 160 billion rupees to be sold in a bond auction on December 13.,negative,-0.997555077
Sri Lanka President's meeting with Indian RAW chief only disclosed with Security Council - Spokesman,12/13/2022,Defence,India has warned of increasing Chinese influence in Sri Lanka in the last decade,Sri Lanka President's meeting with Indian RAW chief only disclosed with Security Council - Spokesman India has warned of increasing Chinese influence in Sri Lanka in the last decade,negative,-0.917884827
Sri Lanka to legalize election guidelines to punish media,12/13/2022,Legal,President has proposed to give legal effect to the guidelines and have provisions to punish those who violate them,Sri Lanka to legalize election guidelines to punish media President has proposed to give legal effect to the guidelines and have provisions to punish those who violate them,negative,-0.89914757
Sri Lanka land availability key investor constraint: economist,12/13/2022,Economy,Land availability is a real issue that investor face domestic and foreign investors face,Sri Lanka land availability key investor constraint: economist Land availability is a real issue that investor face domestic and foreign investors face,positive,0.647176445
"Sri Lanka warned against foreign employment, import parcel phishing scams",12/13/2022,Legal,They will promise to direct them to foreign employment or ask them to pay customs duties to receive parcels,"Sri Lanka warned against foreign employment, import parcel phishing scams They will promise to direct them to foreign employment or ask them to pay customs duties to receive parcels",negative,-0.990124047
Sri Lanka opposition plans legal action against any election delay,12/12/2022,Politics,"""Since recent history the politicians are making various excuses to postpone the elections,"" Wickramaratne said","Sri Lanka opposition plans legal action against any election delay ""Since recent history the politicians are making various excuses to postpone the elections,"" Wickramaratne said",negative,-0.994035602
"Sri Lanka tops google searches for 'Sex', Djibouti for 'Sexe'",12/12/2022,ICT,"However if a small country has a large number of a particular search interest, then the result can be amplified","Sri Lanka tops google searches for 'Sex', Djibouti for 'Sexe' However if a small country has a large number of a particular search interest, then the result can be amplified",positive,0.969589174
"Sri Lanka bond yields up, rupee flat",12/12/2022,Bonds & Forex,Debt office is offering 160 billion rupees to be sold in a bond auction on December 13.,"Sri Lanka bond yields up, rupee flat Debt office is offering 160 billion rupees to be sold in a bond auction on December 13.",negative,-0.953258157
Sri Lanka stocks up 0.2-pct in thin trade,12/12/2022,Markets,Market awaits for more news on key catalysts ,Sri Lanka stocks up 0.2-pct in thin trade Market awaits for more news on key catalysts ,negative,-0.994791925
Sri Lanka's Aragalaya protestors form 'Xcore' political movement,12/12/2022,Politics,To nurture young leader for public office,Sri Lanka's Aragalaya protestors form 'Xcore' political movement To nurture young leader for public office,negative,-0.932109058
Sri Lanka coconut prices rise in Dec second-week auction,12/12/2022,Commodities,"Auction offered 722,163 coconuts and 547,365 nuts were sold.","Sri Lanka coconut prices rise in Dec second-week auction Auction offered 722,163 coconuts and 547,365 nuts were sold.",negative,-0.941440105
Sri Lanka cancels permit of Prasanna Money Exchange,12/12/2022,Economy,"For  ""non-compliances committed by Prasanna Money Exchange"" ","Sri Lanka cancels permit of Prasanna Money Exchange For  ""non-compliances committed by Prasanna Money Exchange"" ",negative,-0.998835504
Sri Lanka’s third International Airport resumes operations after 33 months,12/12/2022,Aviation,The operation is expected to boost tourist arrivals from South India,Sri Lanka’s third International Airport resumes operations after 33 months The operation is expected to boost tourist arrivals from South India,positive,0.995736003
"Sri Lanka opposition SJB renews demand for elections, leader says ready for ""litmus test""",12/12/2022,Politics,"""Our vision is Sri Lanka First, to take the country to the top of the world.","Sri Lanka opposition SJB renews demand for elections, leader says ready for ""litmus test"" ""Our vision is Sri Lanka First, to take the country to the top of the world.",positive,0.992216229
Sri Lanka shares edge up on index heavy counters,12/12/2022,Markets,Overall market flat ,Sri Lanka shares edge up on index heavy counters Overall market flat ,negative,-0.998395979
"Sri Lanka bond yields open higher, rupee steady",12/12/2022,Bonds & Forex,Market is inactive ahead of the 160 billion rupees bond auction on Tuesday,"Sri Lanka bond yields open higher, rupee steady Market is inactive ahead of the 160 billion rupees bond auction on Tuesday",negative,-0.99909234
Sri Lanka remittances inch up to US$384mn Nov 2022,12/12/2022,Bonds & Forex,Remittances up 41-pct from when a semi-official parallel market was killed,Sri Lanka remittances inch up to US$384mn Nov 2022 Remittances up 41-pct from when a semi-official parallel market was killed,negative,-0.996077716
IFC sees Sri Lanka PPP investments if reforms are made,12/12/2022,Business,Land is another area where which is critical,IFC sees Sri Lanka PPP investments if reforms are made Land is another area where which is critical,negative,-0.995354176
"Sri Lanka forex reserves US$1,804mn in Nov 2022",12/12/2022,Economy,Central bank purchases from banks marginally positive,"Sri Lanka forex reserves US$1,804mn in Nov 2022 Central bank purchases from banks marginally positive",positive,0.603408098
Vietnam foreign reserves plunge US$15.6bn in 3Q as exports soar,12/11/2022,Economy,Exports up 15.9 pct to US$312bn by October 2022,Vietnam foreign reserves plunge US$15.6bn in 3Q as exports soar Exports up 15.9 pct to US$312bn by October 2022,negative,-0.99126476
"Sri Lanka's China-backed Hambantota port transships 500,000 vehicles",12/11/2022,Logistics,So far this year 223 roll-on-roll-off (RORO) vehicle carriers had called at the Port.,"Sri Lanka's China-backed Hambantota port transships 500,000 vehicles So far this year 223 roll-on-roll-off (RORO) vehicle carriers had called at the Port.",negative,-0.851631701
Sri Lanka tea prices move up in Dec first-week auction,12/11/2022,Tea,Low grown and Medium grown teas gain,Sri Lanka tea prices move up in Dec first-week auction Low grown and Medium grown teas gain,negative,-0.616961658
Ending teacher-centric learning in South Asia’s schools,12/11/2022,Education,"Schools in the region need to break out of ‘bell, break and test’ mode","Ending teacher-centric learning in South Asia’s schools Schools in the region need to break out of ‘bell, break and test’ mode",negative,-0.847203374
Daily spend of tourists in Sri Lanka rises to US$190 a day,12/11/2022,Business,There is an indication of roughly a 5 dollar increase in per day spending of tourists ,Daily spend of tourists in Sri Lanka rises to US$190 a day There is an indication of roughly a 5 dollar increase in per day spending of tourists ,positive,0.899331689
Sri Lanka restricts rice imports ahead of harvest,12/11/2022,Economy,Rice under import licensing ,Sri Lanka restricts rice imports ahead of harvest Rice under import licensing ,negative,-0.988631785
"Sri Lanka bans beef, mutton transport after cold shock death wave",12/10/2022,Agriculture,Inter district transport banned on public health grounds,"Sri Lanka bans beef, mutton transport after cold shock death wave Inter district transport banned on public health grounds",negative,-0.995579779
US imposes sanctions on Sri Lanka military officer for Int'l Human Rights Day,12/10/2022,Human Rights,The sanctions include financial sanctions and visa restrictions.,US imposes sanctions on Sri Lanka military officer for Int'l Human Rights Day The sanctions include financial sanctions and visa restrictions.,negative,-0.982709527
Cyclone Mandous kills hundreds of livestock in Sri Lanka's northern farms,12/10/2022,Uncategorized,"""These kinds of tragedies occur every other year due to the extreme hot climatic conditions, floods and so on.","Cyclone Mandous kills hundreds of livestock in Sri Lanka's northern farms ""These kinds of tragedies occur every other year due to the extreme hot climatic conditions, floods and so on.",negative,-0.998025775
Sri Lanka receives over 300 medical items through Indian credit line: officials,12/10/2022,Economy,"Orders will be placed for 674 medicine items and 17,88 surgical equipment, Liyanage said.","Sri Lanka receives over 300 medical items through Indian credit line: officials Orders will be placed for 674 medicine items and 17,88 surgical equipment, Liyanage said.",negative,-0.940235913
Sri Lanka opposition MP sees racist agenda behind pro-China demonstration,12/10/2022,International Relations,The MP told EconomyNext that the protestors were peddling a familiar narrative of racism.,Sri Lanka opposition MP sees racist agenda behind pro-China demonstration The MP told EconomyNext that the protestors were peddling a familiar narrative of racism.,negative,-0.998171091
"IMF chief calls on China to speed up Sri Lanka, Zambia debt overhaul",12/10/2022,Economy,We need to .... accelerate and finalize the debt treatments for Zambia and Sri Lanka,"IMF chief calls on China to speed up Sri Lanka, Zambia debt overhaul We need to .... accelerate and finalize the debt treatments for Zambia and Sri Lanka",positive,0.845578134
Sri Lanka has excess rice amid malnutrition: President,12/10/2022,Agriculture,"Now there can be situation of excess rice, we have to protect the farmers","Sri Lanka has excess rice amid malnutrition: President Now there can be situation of excess rice, we have to protect the farmers",negative,-0.993682981
"Impoverished Sri Lankans are selling assets, eating less: WFP",12/9/2022,Economy,Three in 10 households were 'food insecure',"Impoverished Sri Lankans are selling assets, eating less: WFP Three in 10 households were 'food insecure'",negative,-0.997581601
Sri Lanka shares fall on profit taking after nine sessions,12/9/2022,Markets,Market gained for nine sessions on postive singnals from economic front ,Sri Lanka shares fall on profit taking after nine sessions Market gained for nine sessions on postive singnals from economic front ,negative,-0.984907866
"Sri Lanka bond yields end higher, kerb dollar Rs370/371",12/9/2022,Bonds & Forex,"""The bond rates went up, however more interest was seen in the short term bills by the investors"" dealers said.","Sri Lanka bond yields end higher, kerb dollar Rs370/371 ""The bond rates went up, however more interest was seen in the short term bills by the investors"" dealers said.",negative,-0.979937136
"Foreign minister, US ambassador discuss future assistance to crisis-hit Sri Lanka",12/9/2022,International Relations,Minister Sabry was recently in Washington D.C. where he US Secretary of State Antony Blinken.,"Foreign minister, US ambassador discuss future assistance to crisis-hit Sri Lanka Minister Sabry was recently in Washington D.C. where he US Secretary of State Antony Blinken.",positive,0.759021342
India smogs out Sri Lanka's China tower observers,12/9/2022,weather,"Prior to the smog, 120 observers were permitted at once to the deck.","India smogs out Sri Lanka's China tower observers Prior to the smog, 120 observers were permitted at once to the deck.",negative,-0.996646106
Mystery mattress sparks innuendo-filled row in Sri Lanka parliament,12/9/2022,Politics,"""This raises a serious question as to whether someone goes to bed in that room,"" he said.","Mystery mattress sparks innuendo-filled row in Sri Lanka parliament ""This raises a serious question as to whether someone goes to bed in that room,"" he said.",negative,-0.514636219
Sri Lanka chicken farmers eye exports as domestic prices drop,12/9/2022,Agriculture,"Chicken meat has fallen to around Rs1,000 to 1,200 a kilo","Sri Lanka chicken farmers eye exports as domestic prices drop Chicken meat has fallen to around Rs1,000 to 1,200 a kilo",negative,-0.983979225
Sri Lanka stocks steady in mid market trade,12/9/2022,Markets,Sri Lanka's shares steady in mid market trade on Friday (09) after gaining for seven straight sessions. ,Sri Lanka stocks steady in mid market trade Sri Lanka's shares steady in mid market trade on Friday (09) after gaining for seven straight sessions. ,positive,0.996005952
Sri Lanka bond yields marginally up at open,12/9/2022,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.18 rupees against the US dollar,Sri Lanka bond yields marginally up at open Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.18 rupees against the US dollar,negative,-0.990132809
Sri Lanka to offer 60 offshore islets to tourism investors: Minister,12/9/2022,Economy,We want to look at these 60 islets and bring tourism investor,Sri Lanka to offer 60 offshore islets to tourism investors: Minister We want to look at these 60 islets and bring tourism investor,positive,0.999130547
"Sri Lanka ignored Singapore's Goh, flexible CB law not a change: Kabir",12/9/2022,Economy,This time also we are not doing a complete structural change. I think we are only going halfway,"Sri Lanka ignored Singapore's Goh, flexible CB law not a change: Kabir This time also we are not doing a complete structural change. I think we are only going halfway",negative,-0.997496903
Sri Lanka president slams power regulator after conflicts with minister,12/9/2022,Energy,Power regulator chief has been opposing many moves by power minister ,Sri Lanka president slams power regulator after conflicts with minister Power regulator chief has been opposing many moves by power minister ,negative,-0.973507285
Sri Lanka President bemoans over inconsistent LNG deals,12/8/2022,Energy,"Sri Lanka has been in deal for LNG plan since 2000, but successive govts have failed to finalize deals ","Sri Lanka President bemoans over inconsistent LNG deals Sri Lanka has been in deal for LNG plan since 2000, but successive govts have failed to finalize deals ",negative,-0.997425079
Air quality drop forces Sri Lanka to close schools; public warned,12/8/2022,Environment,People are requested to wear face mask to prevent breathing air with lower quality,Air quality drop forces Sri Lanka to close schools; public warned People are requested to wear face mask to prevent breathing air with lower quality,negative,-0.997243524
"Sri Lanka to re-structure SOEs in multiple ways, SLT work started: Minister",12/8/2022,Economy,"In 2021, 367 billion rupees had had been given by the Treasury to maintain the 430 entities","Sri Lanka to re-structure SOEs in multiple ways, SLT work started: Minister In 2021, 367 billion rupees had had been given by the Treasury to maintain the 430 entities",negative,-0.750539064
Sri Lanka parliament pass final reading of 2023 budget amid president hints unpopulour decisions,12/8/2022,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka leader sees tough time ahead ,Sri Lanka parliament pass final reading of 2023 budget amid president hints unpopulour decisions Sri Lanka leader sees tough time ahead ,negative,-0.966027737
Sri Lanka stock touches fresh high in seven weeks,12/8/2022,Markets,The market breached the 9000 psychological mark during the first hour into trade.,Sri Lanka stock touches fresh high in seven weeks The market breached the 9000 psychological mark during the first hour into trade.,negative,-0.977856338
Sri Lanka Bonds close flat,12/8/2022,Bonds & Forex,Treasury bill were not active for the day.,Sri Lanka Bonds close flat Treasury bill were not active for the day.,negative,-0.998481333
Sri Lanka President invites parliament to probe 2020 macro blunders,12/8/2022,Legal,The parliament has powers to do that,Sri Lanka President invites parliament to probe 2020 macro blunders The parliament has powers to do that,negative,-0.61488831
"Sri Lanka to set up new dedicated power regulator, CEB split: Minister",12/8/2022,Energy,A new electricity act will be enacted,"Sri Lanka to set up new dedicated power regulator, CEB split: Minister A new electricity act will be enacted",negative,-0.981038034
Sri Lanka's mid market shares gain on retail and agriculture sectors,12/8/2022,Markets,"""Lanka IOC shares were reactivated due to global fuel prices being on the low and stable fuel prices in Sri Lanka."" ","Sri Lanka's mid market shares gain on retail and agriculture sectors ""Lanka IOC shares were reactivated due to global fuel prices being on the low and stable fuel prices in Sri Lanka."" ",negative,-0.932804465
"Sri Lanka bonds, rupee flat at open",12/8/2022,Bonds & Forex,Sporadic trade,"Sri Lanka bonds, rupee flat at open Sporadic trade",negative,-0.999155521
Sri Lanka casino licenses conditionally cleared pending regulator: Harsha,12/8/2022,Economy,The panel had previously refused to approve regulations and licenses without a regulator,Sri Lanka casino licenses conditionally cleared pending regulator: Harsha The panel had previously refused to approve regulations and licenses without a regulator,negative,-0.99709475
Sri Lanka domestic debt already de facto restructured: Cooray,12/8/2022,Economy,It has delivered a de facto restructuring up front to domestic debt holders,Sri Lanka domestic debt already de facto restructured: Cooray It has delivered a de facto restructuring up front to domestic debt holders,positive,0.93943578
Sri Lanka in deep talent drain in latest currency crisis,12/7/2022,Business,"""quite an exodus of staff (migrating) to countries we have not seen in the past.""","Sri Lanka in deep talent drain in latest currency crisis ""quite an exodus of staff (migrating) to countries we have not seen in the past.""",negative,-0.998101771
"Despite losses, Sri Lanka to resume ""park & ride"" transport after complaints  ",12/7/2022,Transport,Minister Gunawaredena had asked the CTB chief to resign after failing to provide public service ,"Despite losses, Sri Lanka to resume ""park & ride"" transport after complaints   Minister Gunawaredena had asked the CTB chief to resign after failing to provide public service ",negative,-0.989739776
Sri Lanka may see rates falling next year: President,12/7/2022,Economy,So maybe sometimes early next year we will have a meeting of minds of both these propositions,Sri Lanka may see rates falling next year: President So maybe sometimes early next year we will have a meeting of minds of both these propositions,positive,0.735684812
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka sees recovery in cruise ship tourism from zero,12/7/2022,Tourism,Cruise ships had sopped calling Sri Lanka ports after pandemic,Crisis-hit Sri Lanka sees recovery in cruise ship tourism from zero Cruise ships had sopped calling Sri Lanka ports after pandemic,positive,0.983544886
Sri Lanka President says 2015-2019 policy struggle was 'warfare',12/7/2022,Economy,"But it was warfare Politicians wanted to protect their power, businessmen wanted to protect their profits","Sri Lanka President says 2015-2019 policy struggle was 'warfare' But it was warfare Politicians wanted to protect their power, businessmen wanted to protect their profits",negative,-0.983793914
"China calls for joint effort to ease Sri Lanka's debt burden, no mention of restructure",12/6/2022,Economy,"The spokesperson avoided any mention of debt restructuring, a prerequisite for the IMF extended fund facility (EFF).","China calls for joint effort to ease Sri Lanka's debt burden, no mention of restructure The spokesperson avoided any mention of debt restructuring, a prerequisite for the IMF extended fund facility (EFF).",negative,-0.974024951
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's lower reserves threaten imports - Cabinet Spokesman,12/6/2022,Debt Restructuring,Sri Lanka struggles to raise dollars to boost foreign reserves ,Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's lower reserves threaten imports - Cabinet Spokesman Sri Lanka struggles to raise dollars to boost foreign reserves ,negative,-0.998981774
Sri Lanka stocks record highest close in over five weeks,12/6/2022,Markets,"ASPI closed 0.43 percent or 37.59 points higher at 8,881.34.","Sri Lanka stocks record highest close in over five weeks ASPI closed 0.43 percent or 37.59 points higher at 8,881.34.",negative,-0.973914385
Sri Lanka Police lose seven horses in seven months amid feed shortage,12/6/2022,Food Crisis,"The deaths occurred in February, April, October and November","Sri Lanka Police lose seven horses in seven months amid feed shortage The deaths occurred in February, April, October and November",negative,-0.997631788
Sri Lanka imports down 21-pct in October,12/6/2022,Economy,Investments goods imports plunged 42 percent to 188.2 million US dollars in October as private credit contracted,Sri Lanka imports down 21-pct in October Investments goods imports plunged 42 percent to 188.2 million US dollars in October as private credit contracted,negative,-0.996584535
"Sri Lanka bills yields slightly down, bonds steady",12/6/2022,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.18 rupees against the US dollar unchanged.,"Sri Lanka bills yields slightly down, bonds steady Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.18 rupees against the US dollar unchanged.",negative,-0.99739933
Sri Lanka export revenue falls in October as global recession bites,12/6/2022,Trade,Sri Lanka has been focusing on boosting exports to come out of economic crisis,Sri Lanka export revenue falls in October as global recession bites Sri Lanka has been focusing on boosting exports to come out of economic crisis,negative,-0.996016681
"Sri Lanka one-year T-bond yield falls, raises less than required debt",12/6/2022,Bonds & Forex,The debt office offered 85 billion rupees of bills and sold only 75.5 billion.,"Sri Lanka one-year T-bond yield falls, raises less than required debt The debt office offered 85 billion rupees of bills and sold only 75.5 billion.",negative,-0.999490261
"Sri Lanka to fast track FTAs with Thailand, China and India",12/6/2022,Economy,"Export-oriented, competitive market economy for Sri Lanka as the country has the opportunity to supply to South Asia","Sri Lanka to fast track FTAs with Thailand, China and India Export-oriented, competitive market economy for Sri Lanka as the country has the opportunity to supply to South Asia",positive,0.996759474
Sri Lanka plans deal with Maldives to tighten border controls,12/6/2022,Business,The plan also involves facilities for capacity in technology and human resources.,Sri Lanka plans deal with Maldives to tighten border controls The plan also involves facilities for capacity in technology and human resources.,positive,0.987491488
Sri Lanka's shares gain in mid market trade,12/6/2022,Uncategorized,"""Some of the index heavy counters are dominating today,"" analysts said. ","Sri Lanka's shares gain in mid market trade ""Some of the index heavy counters are dominating today,"" analysts said. ",positive,0.963731706
Sri Lanka could face 6-8-hour power cuts in 2023 if tariffs aren't revised: minister,12/6/2022,Economy,"""Most CEB unions and senior management agree that a revision is needed,"" he said.","Sri Lanka could face 6-8-hour power cuts in 2023 if tariffs aren't revised: minister ""Most CEB unions and senior management agree that a revision is needed,"" he said.",negative,-0.954767227
Sri Lanka Navy formally tasked with hydrographical surveys,12/6/2022,Defence,A National Maritime Office consist with all relevant institutions will be establish as well.,Sri Lanka Navy formally tasked with hydrographical surveys A National Maritime Office consist with all relevant institutions will be establish as well.,positive,0.992350042
Sri Lanka cleared to borrow cheaper IDA funds by World Bank,12/6/2022,Economy,Loss  of market access qualifies Sri Lanka for cheaper funds,Sri Lanka cleared to borrow cheaper IDA funds by World Bank Loss  of market access qualifies Sri Lanka for cheaper funds,negative,-0.988292158
Sri Lanka passport applications online as demand soars,12/6/2022,Economy,Passport applicants may apply from the comfort of their home.,Sri Lanka passport applications online as demand soars Passport applicants may apply from the comfort of their home.,positive,0.996278226
Sri Lanka poverty has doubled to 25-pct in latest crisis: World Bank VP,12/6/2022,Economy,Poverty has doubled this year from 13 percent 2021 we estimate it is about 25 percent,Sri Lanka poverty has doubled to 25-pct in latest crisis: World Bank VP Poverty has doubled this year from 13 percent 2021 we estimate it is about 25 percent,negative,-0.97611028
Sri Lanka offers East Container Terminal to Japan: President,12/5/2022,Logistics,Sri Lanka cancelled the ECT deal with India and China unilaterally in February 2021 ,Sri Lanka offers East Container Terminal to Japan: President Sri Lanka cancelled the ECT deal with India and China unilaterally in February 2021 ,negative,-0.99468261
Sri Lanka's state-run CPC revises down Auto diesel price,12/5/2022,Energy,Prices of all other fuel were kept unchanged ,Sri Lanka's state-run CPC revises down Auto diesel price Prices of all other fuel were kept unchanged ,negative,-0.991657376
Sri Lanka shares gain after Paris Club proposal,12/5/2022,Markets,"""The market was pushed up over the news of a potential 10 year debt moratorium,"" analysts said.","Sri Lanka shares gain after Paris Club proposal ""The market was pushed up over the news of a potential 10 year debt moratorium,"" analysts said.",negative,-0.97703594
Sri Lanka bond yields up over speculation on IMF deal delay,12/5/2022,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka officials have said that the IMF deal could take as long as March,Sri Lanka bond yields up over speculation on IMF deal delay Sri Lanka officials have said that the IMF deal could take as long as March,negative,-0.948782265
Sri Lanka's state-owned Litro raises gas prices by over 5.5-pct,12/5/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka's cooking gas distribution is gradually recovering after shortage in mid 2022. ,Sri Lanka's state-owned Litro raises gas prices by over 5.5-pct Sri Lanka's cooking gas distribution is gradually recovering after shortage in mid 2022. ,negative,-0.955962062
Sri Lanka president invites lawyers to assist in resolving ethnic issue by Feb 2023,12/5/2022,Politics,He was addressing a felicitation ceremony held last Saturday December 02 to mark his completion of 50 years at the Bar.,Sri Lanka president invites lawyers to assist in resolving ethnic issue by Feb 2023 He was addressing a felicitation ceremony held last Saturday December 02 to mark his completion of 50 years at the Bar.,positive,0.981172621
Sri Lanka president seeks Indian help to emulate white revolution ,12/5/2022,Agriculture,Sri Lanka still imports significant amount of milk powder,Sri Lanka president seeks Indian help to emulate white revolution  Sri Lanka still imports significant amount of milk powder,negative,-0.961828887
US grants fertilizer to currency crisis hit Sri Lanka,12/5/2022,Agriculture,I know that fertilizer alone will not meet all of Sri Lanka’s needs,US grants fertilizer to currency crisis hit Sri Lanka I know that fertilizer alone will not meet all of Sri Lanka’s needs,negative,-0.99976474
Bipin Chandra Pal: ‘Socialism’ in India’s past and future,12/5/2022,Politics,Struggling to Define a Hindu Social Economy,Bipin Chandra Pal: ‘Socialism’ in India’s past and future Struggling to Define a Hindu Social Economy,positive,0.551006377
Uninterrupted power in 2023 will cost Sri Lanka's CEB Rs 56.90 cents per unit: minister,12/5/2022,Economy,Wijesekara did not provide a breakdown of this unit cost.,Uninterrupted power in 2023 will cost Sri Lanka's CEB Rs 56.90 cents per unit: minister Wijesekara did not provide a breakdown of this unit cost.,negative,-0.99612397
"Time right for elections, Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna ready to face any poll: Basil",12/5/2022,Politics,"""There may be some [dissenters], but we are with the people,"" said Rajapaksa.","Time right for elections, Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna ready to face any poll: Basil ""There may be some [dissenters], but we are with the people,"" said Rajapaksa.",positive,0.937172234
Sri Lanka proposed power tariff not to recover past losses: Minister,12/5/2022,Energy,The proposal that was presented was for an automatic cost reflective tariff mechanism ,Sri Lanka proposed power tariff not to recover past losses: Minister The proposal that was presented was for an automatic cost reflective tariff mechanism ,negative,-0.994836092
Sri Lanka's shares gain in mid market trade,12/5/2022,Uncategorized,"""The market was pushed up over the news of a potential 10 year debt moratorium,"" analysts said. ","Sri Lanka's shares gain in mid market trade ""The market was pushed up over the news of a potential 10 year debt moratorium,"" analysts said. ",negative,-0.989101589
Sri Lanka bond yields slightly down,12/5/2022,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions weakened by one cent,Sri Lanka bond yields slightly down Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions weakened by one cent,negative,-0.997609615
"Sri Lanka should prioritize RCEP, not small FTAs: economist",12/5/2022,Economy,We do not have the bandwidth in government to do multiple trade agreements,"Sri Lanka should prioritize RCEP, not small FTAs: economist We do not have the bandwidth in government to do multiple trade agreements",negative,-0.996420741
"Sri Lanka private credit negative, govt credit up in Oct",12/5/2022,Banking,Private credit contracted 224.4 billion rupees in the five months  to October,"Sri Lanka private credit negative, govt credit up in Oct Private credit contracted 224.4 billion rupees in the five months  to October",negative,-0.997738838
"Sri Lanka plans Ceylon tea promotions in Europe, US",12/5/2022,Economy,Promotions planned in 20 countries,"Sri Lanka plans Ceylon tea promotions in Europe, US Promotions planned in 20 countries",negative,-0.910970509
Paris Club proposes 10-year moratorium in 15-year Sri Lanka debt re-structure: report,12/4/2022,Economy,Paris Club clearly hinting that global south should also take the same cut as global north,Paris Club proposes 10-year moratorium in 15-year Sri Lanka debt re-structure: report Paris Club clearly hinting that global south should also take the same cut as global north,positive,0.749731779
Sri Lanka's Ceylon tea prices up amid low volumes,12/4/2022,Agriculture,Tea prices picked up at the last auction in November amid low volumes,Sri Lanka's Ceylon tea prices up amid low volumes Tea prices picked up at the last auction in November amid low volumes,negative,-0.99795711
Sri Lanka Ports Authority East Terminal contractor paid: Minister,12/4/2022,Logistics,Every penny we collect as dollars we are keeping them separately,Sri Lanka Ports Authority East Terminal contractor paid: Minister Every penny we collect as dollars we are keeping them separately,negative,-0.980221927
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 3.7-pct,12/4/2022,Agriculture,Average prices up 5.6-pct over three weeks,Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 3.7-pct Average prices up 5.6-pct over three weeks,negative,-0.98328191
SriLankan Airlines break-up or not decision soon: Minister,12/4/2022,Aviation,Committee looking into the matter,SriLankan Airlines break-up or not decision soon: Minister Committee looking into the matter,negative,-0.987665653
Bhutan’s policies need restructuring to boost economy - experts,12/4/2022,South Asia,Bhutan is graduating to middle-income status but needs modern industry to sustain it,Bhutan’s policies need restructuring to boost economy - experts Bhutan is graduating to middle-income status but needs modern industry to sustain it,negative,-0.986688912
Sri Lanka can't blacklist doctors going abroad as minister claims - Health DG ,12/3/2022,Health,Health Minister this week threatened doctors who go abroad without informing ministry to be blcklisted,Sri Lanka can't blacklist doctors going abroad as minister claims - Health DG  Health Minister this week threatened doctors who go abroad without informing ministry to be blcklisted,negative,-0.970267892
Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence to promote carbon neutral tourism to aim high-end Europeans,12/3/2022,Environment,Most Western tourists are looking for sustainable tourism initiatives - official ,Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence to promote carbon neutral tourism to aim high-end Europeans Most Western tourists are looking for sustainable tourism initiatives - official ,positive,0.977090359
Sri Lanka teachers struggle to abide by saree 'law',12/3/2022,Business,"Quality of education is measured through the syllabus and skills of the educator,  not on what the teacher is wearing","Sri Lanka teachers struggle to abide by saree 'law' Quality of education is measured through the syllabus and skills of the educator,  not on what the teacher is wearing",positive,0.907501221
Sri Lanka shares ends five week high on easing rate expectations,12/2/2022,Markets,"The market saw a foreign inflow of 1 billion rupees, the highest inflow since September 27","Sri Lanka shares ends five week high on easing rate expectations The market saw a foreign inflow of 1 billion rupees, the highest inflow since September 27",negative,-0.942943037
Sri Lanka State Tourism Minister backs night life with with 24*7 operation of wine stores,12/2/2022,Tourism,"Sri Lanka tourism sector is on a gradual recovery, but slow, analyst say","Sri Lanka State Tourism Minister backs night life with with 24*7 operation of wine stores Sri Lanka tourism sector is on a gradual recovery, but slow, analyst say",negative,-0.780217886
Sri Lanka opposition MP suggests election commission behind local govt polls delay,12/2/2022,Politics,"""The EC already has the authority. There is no need at all to seek the AG's advice.""","Sri Lanka opposition MP suggests election commission behind local govt polls delay ""The EC already has the authority. There is no need at all to seek the AG's advice.""",negative,-0.987378895
"Sri Lanka bond yields ease, kerb dollar Rs370/72",12/2/2022,Bonds & Forex,"Dealers said with more buying interest revolved around T-bonds, no bills were quoted for the day.","Sri Lanka bond yields ease, kerb dollar Rs370/72 Dealers said with more buying interest revolved around T-bonds, no bills were quoted for the day.",negative,-0.977232754
"After crisis, Sri Lanka president moots 'regional educational hub' idea to preserve forex",12/2/2022,Economy,"Sri Lanka can be a regional hub for education, let us make up our mind, President says.","After crisis, Sri Lanka president moots 'regional educational hub' idea to preserve forex Sri Lanka can be a regional hub for education, let us make up our mind, President says.",positive,0.986027002
"Tourists in Sri Lanka who sell pizza, cannabis, may be knifed: legislator",12/2/2022,Business,"In our areas a knifing (pi-hi anu-muck), or some other threat to life (jeewitha tharjanayak) may happen","Tourists in Sri Lanka who sell pizza, cannabis, may be knifed: legislator In our areas a knifing (pi-hi anu-muck), or some other threat to life (jeewitha tharjanayak) may happen",negative,-0.994818985
SriLankan Airlines cleared to lease 11 aircraft,12/2/2022,Aviation,Lease contracts of up to 4 aircraft are due to expire over the next year,SriLankan Airlines cleared to lease 11 aircraft Lease contracts of up to 4 aircraft are due to expire over the next year,negative,-0.874516249
"Sri Lanka welcomes 59,000 tourists in November",12/2/2022,Business,The November number is the highest since April 2022.,"Sri Lanka welcomes 59,000 tourists in November The November number is the highest since April 2022.",positive,0.999477804
"Sri Lanka debt restructuring: opposition MP warns of ""China go home"" protests",12/2/2022,Economy,"""They have forced  investments down this country thanks to the Rajapaksa family.""","Sri Lanka debt restructuring: opposition MP warns of ""China go home"" protests ""They have forced  investments down this country thanks to the Rajapaksa family.""",negative,-0.994648635
Sri Lanka's Cinnamon Air resumes scheduled domestic flights,12/2/2022,Aviation,Charter services will also operate,Sri Lanka's Cinnamon Air resumes scheduled domestic flights Charter services will also operate,negative,-0.761458635
Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-day trade,12/2/2022,Markets,Positive sentiments on interest rates easing and government holding talks multilateral creditors boosting the market,Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-day trade Positive sentiments on interest rates easing and government holding talks multilateral creditors boosting the market,positive,0.996519089
Sri Lanka has aviation fuel stocks for month: Minister,12/2/2022,Aviation,Now two private investors are bringing aviation fuel,Sri Lanka has aviation fuel stocks for month: Minister Now two private investors are bringing aviation fuel,positive,0.901710868
"Sri Lanka bond yields fall at open, rupee unchanged",12/2/2022,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was flat at 363.19,"Sri Lanka bond yields fall at open, rupee unchanged Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was flat at 363.19",negative,-0.999495149
Sri Lanka’s political parties more interested in capturing power: Victor Ivan,12/2/2022,Politics,"“There is a crisis in Sri Lanka’s political culture. There is much thirst for power,” he said.","Sri Lanka’s political parties more interested in capturing power: Victor Ivan “There is a crisis in Sri Lanka’s political culture. There is much thirst for power,” he said.",negative,-0.930095673
Sri Lanka rupee debt rating downgraded to 'CC' by Fitch on debt restructure risks,12/2/2022,Economy,The downgrade of the Long-Term Local-Currency IDR reflects our view that a local-currency debt default is probable,Sri Lanka rupee debt rating downgraded to 'CC' by Fitch on debt restructure risks The downgrade of the Long-Term Local-Currency IDR reflects our view that a local-currency debt default is probable,negative,-0.992695332
"Sri Lanka regulator disputes CEB costs, demand projections for 2023",12/2/2022,Energy,"CPC sells overpriced fuel, high demand projections require more expensive liquid fuel","Sri Lanka regulator disputes CEB costs, demand projections for 2023 CPC sells overpriced fuel, high demand projections require more expensive liquid fuel",negative,-0.995984554
Sri Lanka shares end firmer; highest net foreign in flow in two months,12/1/2022,Markets,Market is gaining on positive sentiments from the economic front ,Sri Lanka shares end firmer; highest net foreign in flow in two months Market is gaining on positive sentiments from the economic front ,positive,0.999091864
"Sri Lanka president proposes long neglected laws for gender equity, women empowerment ",12/1/2022,Gender Issues,"Most Sri Lankan men are gender insensitive, not serious about violence against women","Sri Lanka president proposes long neglected laws for gender equity, women empowerment  Most Sri Lankan men are gender insensitive, not serious about violence against women",negative,-0.952639461
"Sri Lanka bond yields ease, rupee flat",12/1/2022,Bonds & Forex,The Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was flat at 363.19 rupees,"Sri Lanka bond yields ease, rupee flat The Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was flat at 363.19 rupees",negative,-0.997469187
Sri Lanka's Samurdhi welfare scheme should only benefit those in need: president,12/1/2022,Economy,"""First we'll have to determine who's qualified.""","Sri Lanka's Samurdhi welfare scheme should only benefit those in need: president ""First we'll have to determine who's qualified.""",negative,-0.999344647
Indian yarn smuggled to Sri Lanka in currency crisis too expensive: Minister,12/1/2022,Business,Department of Textiles looking at import substitutes,Indian yarn smuggled to Sri Lanka in currency crisis too expensive: Minister Department of Textiles looking at import substitutes,negative,-0.998952389
Sri Lanka extends deadline for tax return submissions after software malfunction,12/1/2022,Fiscal,"""This is not an act of sabotage.""","Sri Lanka extends deadline for tax return submissions after software malfunction ""This is not an act of sabotage.""",negative,-0.831699193
"Sri Lanka Education Minister to intervene in power cuts, proposed tariff hike during exam month",12/1/2022,Education,"""I will discuss this at the cabinet meeting and also take it up with the Ministry of Power & Energy.""","Sri Lanka Education Minister to intervene in power cuts, proposed tariff hike during exam month ""I will discuss this at the cabinet meeting and also take it up with the Ministry of Power & Energy.""",positive,0.97800386
Sri Lanka China-backed port to welcome second cruise ship,12/1/2022,Logistics,Mein Schiff 5 was the first cruise ship to call at Hambantota since the Coronavirus pandemic,Sri Lanka China-backed port to welcome second cruise ship Mein Schiff 5 was the first cruise ship to call at Hambantota since the Coronavirus pandemic,positive,0.988537073
Sri Lanka's shares gain in mid market trade,12/1/2022,Markets,Market has continued to gain for the past four sessions. ,Sri Lanka's shares gain in mid market trade Market has continued to gain for the past four sessions. ,positive,0.962972343
"Sri Lanka electricity losses from overpriced fuel, no tariff hike considered: regulator",12/1/2022,Energy,They are paying about 385 plus rupees per litre for furnace oil,"Sri Lanka electricity losses from overpriced fuel, no tariff hike considered: regulator They are paying about 385 plus rupees per litre for furnace oil",negative,-0.996249497
"Sri Lanka banks may need more regulatory, accounting forbearance: Coomaraswamy",12/1/2022,Banking,They have given some already,"Sri Lanka banks may need more regulatory, accounting forbearance: Coomaraswamy They have given some already",negative,-0.997266889
Sri Lanka power cuts extended on low water levels,12/1/2022,Energy,"Water levels down, fuel costs up","Sri Lanka power cuts extended on low water levels Water levels down, fuel costs up",negative,-0.983524203
Sri Lanka's inflation eases to 61-pct in November,11/30/2022,Economy,Food prices fall for two months in a row,Sri Lanka's inflation eases to 61-pct in November Food prices fall for two months in a row,negative,-0.997028053
Sri Lanka shares close at one-month high,11/30/2022,Markets,"“Investor participation improved on the back of confirmed talks with multilateral and bilateral lenders....""","Sri Lanka shares close at one-month high “Investor participation improved on the back of confirmed talks with multilateral and bilateral lenders....""",positive,0.952981591
"Sri Lanka bonds, T-bills ease, overall market dull",11/30/2022,Bonds & Forex,Speculation on talks with ADB and World Bank to obtain financial aid triggered buying interest,"Sri Lanka bonds, T-bills ease, overall market dull Speculation on talks with ADB and World Bank to obtain financial aid triggered buying interest",negative,-0.985359609
Sri Lanka minister talks down price controls,11/30/2022,Economy,"""In a situation like this the buyers have the upper hand and greater power,"" Gunawardena said.","Sri Lanka minister talks down price controls ""In a situation like this the buyers have the upper hand and greater power,"" Gunawardena said.",negative,-0.930365801
Sri Lanka's fabric manufacturer sees opporutunity for thicker textiles in Western markets,11/30/2022,Apparel,Colder winters expected in Western markets due to the energy crisis ,Sri Lanka's fabric manufacturer sees opporutunity for thicker textiles in Western markets Colder winters expected in Western markets due to the energy crisis ,negative,-0.994100034
"Sri Lanka foreign minister claims entire cabinet opposed COVID-19 cremations, blames media",11/30/2022,Health,"""Let's not blame everything on politicians,"" he added.","Sri Lanka foreign minister claims entire cabinet opposed COVID-19 cremations, blames media ""Let's not blame everything on politicians,"" he added.",negative,-0.989465833
Sri Lanka's mid market shoots up over 3 percent,11/30/2022,Markets,Sri Lanka shares rose over 3 percent within the first hour of trade on Wednesday (30). ,Sri Lanka's mid market shoots up over 3 percent Sri Lanka shares rose over 3 percent within the first hour of trade on Wednesday (30). ,negative,-0.900207818
"Sri Lanka settles Rs495bn to suppliers in 2022, Rs214bn in arrears",11/30/2022,Economy,government has paid a total of 495 billion rupees from 01.01.2022 to 16.11.2022,"Sri Lanka settles Rs495bn to suppliers in 2022, Rs214bn in arrears government has paid a total of 495 billion rupees from 01.01.2022 to 16.11.2022",negative,-0.967796326
"India, China use own geopolitical strategy to keep crisis-hit Sri Lanka in check",11/30/2022,Uncategorized,"India, China deal with crisis-hit Sri Lanka in a way to anger each other","India, China use own geopolitical strategy to keep crisis-hit Sri Lanka in check India, China deal with crisis-hit Sri Lanka in a way to anger each other",negative,-0.992161691
Sri Lanka banks asked not to compete for deposits: CB Governor,11/30/2022,Banking,We have made a request for banks not to compete for deposits,Sri Lanka banks asked not to compete for deposits: CB Governor We have made a request for banks not to compete for deposits,negative,-0.978566408
"Sri Lanka in talks with ADB, World Bank for US$1.9bn in loans after IMF",11/30/2022,Economy,Reform program to be backed bv credits,"Sri Lanka in talks with ADB, World Bank for US$1.9bn in loans after IMF Reform program to be backed bv credits",negative,-0.942236066
"Kevin Green to head HSBC wholesale banking in Sri Lanka, Maldives",11/30/2022,Banking,To support firms expanding internationally,"Kevin Green to head HSBC wholesale banking in Sri Lanka, Maldives To support firms expanding internationally",positive,0.998085499
"Sri Lanka's bonds, T-bills ease on active trade",11/29/2022,Bonds & Forex,Overall market on lackluster sentiments ,"Sri Lanka's bonds, T-bills ease on active trade Overall market on lackluster sentiments ",negative,-0.981368244
Sri Lanka shares end at two-week high on positive sentiments,11/29/2022,Markets,Speculations on interest rates easing continued,Sri Lanka shares end at two-week high on positive sentiments Speculations on interest rates easing continued,positive,0.709939718
Sri Lanka exporters to get Swiss import promotion support,11/29/2022,Economy,Export Development Board has been cleared by the cabinet to sign a deal with Swiss program.,Sri Lanka exporters to get Swiss import promotion support Export Development Board has been cleared by the cabinet to sign a deal with Swiss program.,negative,-0.983209729
"Sri Lanka exports down 8.8-pct in Oct, apparel falls 13-pct",11/29/2022,Economy,EDB officals said exports orders are also down for the next 6-months,"Sri Lanka exports down 8.8-pct in Oct, apparel falls 13-pct EDB officals said exports orders are also down for the next 6-months",negative,-0.99965632
"Sri Lanka's JVP leader claims relative stability down to April default, forgets rate hike",11/29/2022,Economy,"""Imagine if we had to pay that back. The situation would be worse than it was in March.""","Sri Lanka's JVP leader claims relative stability down to April default, forgets rate hike ""Imagine if we had to pay that back. The situation would be worse than it was in March.""",negative,-0.999444664
Sri Lanka Easter Sunday suspect hacked to death; opposition leader demands answers,11/29/2022,Crime,"""What is happening in the country? Isn't this lawlessness?""","Sri Lanka Easter Sunday suspect hacked to death; opposition leader demands answers ""What is happening in the country? Isn't this lawlessness?""",negative,-0.997058272
Sri Lanka targets US$1.5bn from tea exports in 2023,11/29/2022,Markets,Expects to end 2022 with US$1.2bn,Sri Lanka targets US$1.5bn from tea exports in 2023 Expects to end 2022 with US$1.2bn,negative,-0.988494933
Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid day trade,11/29/2022,Markets,"""Market is still being pushed by Expolanka's expansion news, while Lanka IOC is moving on higher valuation."" ","Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid day trade ""Market is still being pushed by Expolanka's expansion news, while Lanka IOC is moving on higher valuation."" ",positive,0.586344481
"Sri Lanka rubber farmers to get boost from France, Michelin",11/29/2022,Agriculture,"6,000 farmers to benefit","Sri Lanka rubber farmers to get boost from France, Michelin 6,000 farmers to benefit",positive,0.9909603
A new Sri Lanka monetary law may have prevented 2019 tax cuts?,11/29/2022,Economy,"""We would never know""","A new Sri Lanka monetary law may have prevented 2019 tax cuts? ""We would never know""",negative,-0.992364645
Sri Lanka cabinet clears CEB re-structure proposal: Minister,11/29/2022,Energy,Electricity Reforms Bill will be drafted within a month,Sri Lanka cabinet clears CEB re-structure proposal: Minister Electricity Reforms Bill will be drafted within a month,negative,-0.985226214
Sri Lanka new CB law to cabinet soon as IMF prior action,11/29/2022,Economy,The law will also make macro-prudential surveillance formally under the bank.,Sri Lanka new CB law to cabinet soon as IMF prior action The law will also make macro-prudential surveillance formally under the bank.,negative,-0.969474494
"Sri Lanka inflation expectations said to be ""very high"": ex-CB Governor",11/29/2022,Economy,The central bank has started to bring inflation under control,"Sri Lanka inflation expectations said to be ""very high"": ex-CB Governor The central bank has started to bring inflation under control",negative,-0.964448929
"Sri Lanka opposition MP asks government to clarify ""domestic creditors"" for restructuring",11/29/2022,Debt Restructuring,Sri Lanka government has not decided on a local debt restructuring yet,"Sri Lanka opposition MP asks government to clarify ""domestic creditors"" for restructuring Sri Lanka government has not decided on a local debt restructuring yet",negative,-0.98750025
"Anwar: Not Malaysia’s Mandela, but something more",11/28/2022,International news,"To those observing from the outside, it was a remarkable sight. ","Anwar: Not Malaysia’s Mandela, but something more To those observing from the outside, it was a remarkable sight. ",positive,0.999735892
Sri Lanka contemplating law to limit grace period offered to state university students,11/28/2022,Education,"""We will discuss this with students and student leaders. I think the time given is sufficient,"" he said.","Sri Lanka contemplating law to limit grace period offered to state university students ""We will discuss this with students and student leaders. I think the time given is sufficient,"" he said.",positive,0.979794204
Sri Lanka shares end at two-week high; turnover highest since Oct 13,11/28/2022,Markets,"Market moved on speculation interest rates fall in line with the inflation and Expolanka's expansion plans,","Sri Lanka shares end at two-week high; turnover highest since Oct 13 Market moved on speculation interest rates fall in line with the inflation and Expolanka's expansion plans,",negative,-0.978429675
Sri Lanka bond Yields down,11/28/2022,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions remained unchanged,Sri Lanka bond Yields down Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions remained unchanged,negative,-0.995034575
Sri Lanka State Tourism Minister claims in talks for $5 bln investment for transport hub,11/28/2022,Investment,Foreign investors have kept away from Sri Lanka due to unprecedented economic crisis,Sri Lanka State Tourism Minister claims in talks for $5 bln investment for transport hub Foreign investors have kept away from Sri Lanka due to unprecedented economic crisis,negative,-0.983276367
Sri Lanka will widen foreign exchange trading band gradually: CB Governor,11/28/2022,Economy,"We will be gradually relaxing the band, once we start getting inflows","Sri Lanka will widen foreign exchange trading band gradually: CB Governor We will be gradually relaxing the band, once we start getting inflows",positive,0.975402951
"Sri Lanka aims foster parents system for 40,000 children to face malnutrition",11/28/2022,Economic Crisis,The number of malnourished children is on the rise due to Sri Lanka's economic crisis.,"Sri Lanka aims foster parents system for 40,000 children to face malnutrition The number of malnourished children is on the rise due to Sri Lanka's economic crisis.",negative,-0.569296896
Sri Lanka DDR uncertainty premium too high: CB Governor,11/28/2022,Economy,"We have a better understanding how we can treat domestic debt, what are the classes of debt","Sri Lanka DDR uncertainty premium too high: CB Governor We have a better understanding how we can treat domestic debt, what are the classes of debt",negative,-0.99570775
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,11/28/2022,Markets,"Analysts said, that the market was driven by Expolanka and Lanka IOC on positive sentiments. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade Analysts said, that the market was driven by Expolanka and Lanka IOC on positive sentiments. ",positive,0.997113466
Sri Lanka opposition leader vows to bring millions to the streets,11/28/2022,Politics,"We’re not prepared to be cowards,"" said Premadasa","Sri Lanka opposition leader vows to bring millions to the streets We’re not prepared to be cowards,"" said Premadasa",positive,0.995658636
Sri Lanka’s gender parity should be advanced in economic crisis: IPS,11/28/2022,Gender Issues,COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing economic crisis have stymied Sri Lanka’s efforts to achieve gender parity.,Sri Lanka’s gender parity should be advanced in economic crisis: IPS COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing economic crisis have stymied Sri Lanka’s efforts to achieve gender parity.,negative,-0.998398244
Sri Lanka on a clear disinflation path faster than expected: CB Governor,11/28/2022,Economy,November CCPI expected to show same trend,Sri Lanka on a clear disinflation path faster than expected: CB Governor November CCPI expected to show same trend,negative,-0.977226853
Sri Lanka's central bank would prefer not to impose interest rate ceilings: CB Governor,11/28/2022,Economy,We will allow markets to respond first,Sri Lanka's central bank would prefer not to impose interest rate ceilings: CB Governor We will allow markets to respond first,positive,0.992640138
"CT CSLA Asia Frontier forum to feature Sri Lanka, Pakistan firms",11/28/2022,Economy,CT CLSA Securities of Sri Lanka and Alfalah CLSA Pakistan are partnering to host the forum,"CT CSLA Asia Frontier forum to feature Sri Lanka, Pakistan firms CT CLSA Securities of Sri Lanka and Alfalah CLSA Pakistan are partnering to host the forum",positive,0.99667716
Sri Lanka and Bangladesh ports to boost connectivity,11/27/2022,Logistics,Bangladesh exports and imports are transshipped via Singapore and Sri Lanka.,Sri Lanka and Bangladesh ports to boost connectivity Bangladesh exports and imports are transshipped via Singapore and Sri Lanka.,positive,0.982700408
Sri Lanka targets China cruises,11/27/2022,Uncategorized,Sri Lankan Ambassador in China had proposed creating four/five cruise itineraries in the island.,Sri Lanka targets China cruises Sri Lankan Ambassador in China had proposed creating four/five cruise itineraries in the island.,negative,-0.993315876
Russian tourists lead Sri Lanka winter tourism arrivals,11/27/2022,Tourism,Down south a hotspot for the Russians,Russian tourists lead Sri Lanka winter tourism arrivals Down south a hotspot for the Russians,positive,0.997015595
Sri Lanka power tariff revisions in Jan and July sought: Minister,11/27/2022,Energy,"If after raising prices in January, costs fall in July due to renewables, then we can lower the price","Sri Lanka power tariff revisions in Jan and July sought: Minister If after raising prices in January, costs fall in July due to renewables, then we can lower the price",negative,-0.997506082
Sri Lanka's third external creditors' meeting not scheduled yet - State finmin,11/26/2022,Debt Restructuring,Sri Lanka is desperately waiting for IMF board approval for $2.9 bln loan,Sri Lanka's third external creditors' meeting not scheduled yet - State finmin Sri Lanka is desperately waiting for IMF board approval for $2.9 bln loan,negative,-0.998710155
"Sri Lanka state finmin reiterates ""no intention"" for domestic debt haircut ",11/26/2022,Debt Restructuring,Local markets have speculated a haircut in deposits with a domestic debt restructuring,"Sri Lanka state finmin reiterates ""no intention"" for domestic debt haircut  Local markets have speculated a haircut in deposits with a domestic debt restructuring",negative,-0.992278695
Tax hikes could force Sri Lanka exporters shift to other countries - exporters,11/26/2022,Agriculture,New tax hikes will be effective from December 1,Tax hikes could force Sri Lanka exporters shift to other countries - exporters New tax hikes will be effective from December 1,negative,-0.931152523
Sri Lanka's dollar earnings from exports services underestimated - official,11/25/2022,Economy,"The EDB has estimated services exports at 1,456 million dollars in the first nine months of this year,","Sri Lanka's dollar earnings from exports services underestimated - official The EDB has estimated services exports at 1,456 million dollars in the first nine months of this year,",positive,0.861485898
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 3.3-pct in Nov 4th week sale,11/25/2022,Commodities,Prices climb for second week straight ,Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 3.3-pct in Nov 4th week sale Prices climb for second week straight ,negative,-0.967944086
Sri Lanka parliament polls delay: president finds unlikely ally in one-time adversary,11/25/2022,Politics,"""That is good for small parties like ours. It will allow us to organise this party well,"" said Sirisena.","Sri Lanka parliament polls delay: president finds unlikely ally in one-time adversary ""That is good for small parties like ours. It will allow us to organise this party well,"" said Sirisena.",positive,0.998853803
Sri Lanka's PUCSL failed in power regulation for 9 years: Minister,11/25/2022,Energy,It is after nine years that the prices were revised,Sri Lanka's PUCSL failed in power regulation for 9 years: Minister It is after nine years that the prices were revised,negative,-0.999457657
Sri Lanka shares end firmer on Expolanka's expansion plan,11/25/2022,Markets,Investor confidence have also been boosted by Central Bank governor's comment on the future of interest rates,Sri Lanka shares end firmer on Expolanka's expansion plan Investor confidence have also been boosted by Central Bank governor's comment on the future of interest rates,positive,0.997843981
"Sri Lanka bond yields down, kerb rate 371/372.50",11/25/2022,Markets,The kerb rate for the US dollar was 371.00/372.50 down from 371.50-373.00 last week.,"Sri Lanka bond yields down, kerb rate 371/372.50 The kerb rate for the US dollar was 371.00/372.50 down from 371.50-373.00 last week.",negative,-0.99881053
Sri Lanka's Expolanka shares jump over 16-pct on expansion plan,11/25/2022,Economy,The shares closed 22.75 rupees up at 163.25 rupees a share on Friday.,Sri Lanka's Expolanka shares jump over 16-pct on expansion plan The shares closed 22.75 rupees up at 163.25 rupees a share on Friday.,negative,-0.993269026
"UK, FAO to help Sri Lanka low income fishermen",11/25/2022,International Relations,Fishers will get $47 (17000 rupees) per month for a period of 3 months,"UK, FAO to help Sri Lanka low income fishermen Fishers will get $47 (17000 rupees) per month for a period of 3 months",negative,-0.984624624
Sri Lanka starts machine tea plucking amid labour shortage fear,11/25/2022,Technology,Machinery tea plucking is already introduced in 55 tea lands - Tea Board official ,Sri Lanka starts machine tea plucking amid labour shortage fear Machinery tea plucking is already introduced in 55 tea lands - Tea Board official ,negative,-0.989902139
"Sri Lanka's tax hike will help curb inflation, cut interest rates faster - cenbank chief ",11/25/2022,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka's increased tax rates will be effective from December 1,"Sri Lanka's tax hike will help curb inflation, cut interest rates faster - cenbank chief  Sri Lanka's increased tax rates will be effective from December 1",positive,0.609626412
Sri Lanka shares pushed up by Expolanka in mid day trade,11/25/2022,Markets,Within the first hour of trade Expolanka shares contributed almost 50% of the turnover.,Sri Lanka shares pushed up by Expolanka in mid day trade Within the first hour of trade Expolanka shares contributed almost 50% of the turnover.,positive,0.755819082
Sri Lanka still in ACU but settlement through normal channels encouraged: CB Governor,11/25/2022,Economy,Some members prefer that there is no accumulation,Sri Lanka still in ACU but settlement through normal channels encouraged: CB Governor Some members prefer that there is no accumulation,negative,-0.971928418
Sri Lanka October Ceylon tea production down in 27-years,11/25/2022,Tea,October production was mainly hit by bad weather ,Sri Lanka October Ceylon tea production down in 27-years October production was mainly hit by bad weather ,negative,-0.999743879
"Sri Lanka can manage with current inflows, after policy tightening: CB Governor",11/25/2022,Economy,The first action was to tighten monetary policy and reduce the demand for imports,"Sri Lanka can manage with current inflows, after policy tightening: CB Governor The first action was to tighten monetary policy and reduce the demand for imports",positive,0.967815638
Sri Lanka President ends import ban that raised an ugly stink,11/24/2022,Economy,"Deo-odorants, anti-perspirants, shampoo, toilet waters and dental floss could be imported","Sri Lanka President ends import ban that raised an ugly stink Deo-odorants, anti-perspirants, shampoo, toilet waters and dental floss could be imported",negative,-0.998935878
"Sri Lanka ethnic issue: TNA accepts president's overture, MP suggests party ready to talk federal",11/24/2022,Politics,"""Everyone must feel secure. That is our desire as well. That the majority of this country must accept it.""","Sri Lanka ethnic issue: TNA accepts president's overture, MP suggests party ready to talk federal ""Everyone must feel secure. That is our desire as well. That the majority of this country must accept it.""",positive,0.814801633
"Sri Lanka tracking exports inflow, forex conversions around 25-pt: CB",11/24/2022,Economy,Conversions are around 23-pct,"Sri Lanka tracking exports inflow, forex conversions around 25-pt: CB Conversions are around 23-pct",negative,-0.992427528
Sri Lanka parliament passes defense budget by 81 majority votes,11/24/2022,Politics,Government allocated 539 billion rupees for both defense and public security,Sri Lanka parliament passes defense budget by 81 majority votes Government allocated 539 billion rupees for both defense and public security,positive,0.675198078
Dollar volatility cuts China's swap in Sri Lanka reserves by $100 mln - Cenbank ,11/24/2022,Foreign Debts,Sri Lanka's reserves including $1.4 bln Chinese swap  stood at $1.8 bln by end September ,Dollar volatility cuts China's swap in Sri Lanka reserves by $100 mln - Cenbank  Sri Lanka's reserves including $1.4 bln Chinese swap  stood at $1.8 bln by end September ,negative,-0.99630785
Sri Lanka shares down after central bank's policy rate decision,11/24/2022,Markets,Budget policies failed to boost investor sentiment,Sri Lanka shares down after central bank's policy rate decision Budget policies failed to boost investor sentiment,negative,-0.999668717
"Sri Lanka bond yields marginally up, rupee steady",11/24/2022,Economy,Admin controls if rates do not come down,"Sri Lanka bond yields marginally up, rupee steady Admin controls if rates do not come down",negative,-0.551599205
Can't say Sri Lanka has no security threats with latest geopolitics - president,11/24/2022,Defence,Analysts have criticized Wickremesinghe's high defense budget for 2023,Can't say Sri Lanka has no security threats with latest geopolitics - president Analysts have criticized Wickremesinghe's high defense budget for 2023,negative,-0.988739669
Sri Lanka hopes to go to IMF in January 2023: CB Governor,11/24/2022,Economy,Confident of getting assurance from bilateral creditors in the coming weeks,Sri Lanka hopes to go to IMF in January 2023: CB Governor Confident of getting assurance from bilateral creditors in the coming weeks,positive,0.971143126
Sri Lanka market interest rates should fall despite debt restructuring fears : CB Governor,11/24/2022,Economy,"Inflation is falling, liquidity in the dollar market is improving, inter-bank liquidity shortage has also reduced","Sri Lanka market interest rates should fall despite debt restructuring fears : CB Governor Inflation is falling, liquidity in the dollar market is improving, inter-bank liquidity shortage has also reduced",negative,-0.998867512
Sri Lanka keen to implement 13th amendment to constitution: foreign minister,11/24/2022,Politics,"""Yes, the 13th amendment should be implemented and the government is keen on implementing it.""","Sri Lanka keen to implement 13th amendment to constitution: foreign minister ""Yes, the 13th amendment should be implemented and the government is keen on implementing it.""",positive,0.995979428
Sri Lanka cenbank borrows mainly from short tenure T-bills to manage high cost - Governor,11/24/2022,Economy,Borrowing cost is over 30%,Sri Lanka cenbank borrows mainly from short tenure T-bills to manage high cost - Governor Borrowing cost is over 30%,negative,-0.995717466
Sri Lanka shares slip in mid day trade following policy review meeting,11/24/2022,Economy,The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell by 1.31% or 107.22 points within the first hour of trade. ,Sri Lanka shares slip in mid day trade following policy review meeting The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell by 1.31% or 107.22 points within the first hour of trade. ,negative,-0.999525428
Sri Lanka looking to purchase Russian oil at discounted pricing: foreign minister,11/24/2022,Economy,"“As our president put it, when the elephants fight, it’s the grass that gets trampled.""","Sri Lanka looking to purchase Russian oil at discounted pricing: foreign minister “As our president put it, when the elephants fight, it’s the grass that gets trampled.""",negative,-0.998250544
Sri Lanka's seondary market moves to dull sentiment following policy meeting,11/24/2022,Bonds & Forex,Yields remained flat from the previous say,Sri Lanka's seondary market moves to dull sentiment following policy meeting Yields remained flat from the previous say,negative,-0.999793708
Sri Lanka central bank may use controls despite negative real rates,11/24/2022,Energy,Admin measures usually could include rate ceilings,Sri Lanka central bank may use controls despite negative real rates Admin measures usually could include rate ceilings,negative,-0.987519145
Sri Lanka President needles opposition for dumping R Premadasa for Rajapaksa,11/24/2022,Economy,Privatization or peopleisation was started under President Ranasinghe Premadasa,Sri Lanka President needles opposition for dumping R Premadasa for Rajapaksa Privatization or peopleisation was started under President Ranasinghe Premadasa,negative,-0.973446488
"Sri Lanka must elect someone who can deliver ""radical system change"": former president CBK",11/23/2022,Politics,"However, Kumaratunga did not explicitly state whom or which party she might back.","Sri Lanka must elect someone who can deliver ""radical system change"": former president CBK However, Kumaratunga did not explicitly state whom or which party she might back.",negative,-0.983568311
Sri Lanka president calls meeting to discuss ethnic issue after Dec 11,11/23/2022,Politics,"Said Wickremesinghe: “Will you ask your leader and tell us this evening, then?”","Sri Lanka president calls meeting to discuss ethnic issue after Dec 11 Said Wickremesinghe: “Will you ask your leader and tell us this evening, then?”",negative,-0.514513195
Sri Lanka stocks gain for second session after budget vote; concerns remain ,11/23/2022,Markets,Main index ends at over 1-week high,Sri Lanka stocks gain for second session after budget vote; concerns remain  Main index ends at over 1-week high,negative,-0.990407765
"Sri Lanka bond yields ease, bills high",11/23/2022,Bonds & Forex,CBSL to hold policy decision meeting on Thursday ,"Sri Lanka bond yields ease, bills high CBSL to hold policy decision meeting on Thursday ",positive,0.916723549
No snap polls until Sri Lanka’s economic crisis is resolved – President,11/23/2022,Politics,Opposition blames government of delaying elections due to unpopularity,No snap polls until Sri Lanka’s economic crisis is resolved – President Opposition blames government of delaying elections due to unpopularity,negative,-0.997833312
"Sri Lanka T-bill yields marginally down, auction undersold",11/23/2022,Bonds & Forex,Cut-offs also estimated around the same levels as last week,"Sri Lanka T-bill yields marginally down, auction undersold Cut-offs also estimated around the same levels as last week",negative,-0.999156833
Sri Lanka president warns against unlawful anti-government protests,11/23/2022,Human Rights,President says there is a move to initiate another round of protests ,Sri Lanka president warns against unlawful anti-government protests President says there is a move to initiate another round of protests ,negative,-0.985417962
"Sri Lanka IT industry group call for education, exchange controls on foreign firms",11/23/2022,Business,Want to end 'digital colonization' and tax breaks for foreign companies,"Sri Lanka IT industry group call for education, exchange controls on foreign firms Want to end 'digital colonization' and tax breaks for foreign companies",negative,-0.922775328
Looming global recession threatens dollar earning of Sri Lanka's top exports,11/23/2022,Apparel,Decline in export orders could slowdown Sri Lanka's economic recovery ,Looming global recession threatens dollar earning of Sri Lanka's top exports Decline in export orders could slowdown Sri Lanka's economic recovery ,negative,-0.997839153
Sri Lanka shares gain over 1.5% in mid day trade,11/23/2022,Markets,"Top gainers were Richard Pieris and Company, Melstacorp and Browns Investments.","Sri Lanka shares gain over 1.5% in mid day trade Top gainers were Richard Pieris and Company, Melstacorp and Browns Investments.",positive,0.879956782
Sri Lanka dollar borrowings drive debt-to-GDP expansion by June,11/23/2022,Economy,Rupee debt holders suffer 35-pct IFR hair cut,Sri Lanka dollar borrowings drive debt-to-GDP expansion by June Rupee debt holders suffer 35-pct IFR hair cut,negative,-0.998833835
"Sri Lanka campaign finance bill to limit election spending, bare all: Minister",11/23/2022,Legal,The election commission to have the power to terminate the seat of a candidate that exceeds the limit,"Sri Lanka campaign finance bill to limit election spending, bare all: Minister The election commission to have the power to terminate the seat of a candidate that exceeds the limit",negative,-0.98268038
Sri Lanka's 21st amendment to constitution an eyewash: opposition TNA legislator,11/22/2022,Politics,"“This amendment was just an eyewash. It really did not make anything independent in this country.""","Sri Lanka's 21st amendment to constitution an eyewash: opposition TNA legislator “This amendment was just an eyewash. It really did not make anything independent in this country.""",negative,-0.997972429
Venezuela printed money like Sri Lanka driving women into prostitution: Kabir,11/22/2022,Economy,We are not against reforms. However the pain must be shared,Venezuela printed money like Sri Lanka driving women into prostitution: Kabir We are not against reforms. However the pain must be shared,negative,-0.925997257
Sri Lanka shares recover from near 4-month low on bargain hunting ahead of budget vote,11/22/2022,Markets,Index gained for the first time in seven consecutive sessions ,Sri Lanka shares recover from near 4-month low on bargain hunting ahead of budget vote Index gained for the first time in seven consecutive sessions ,negative,-0.984331608
"Sri Lanka parliament nod for 2023 budget with higher taxes, IMF reforms",11/22/2022,Economy,Budget passed by 37 majority votes,"Sri Lanka parliament nod for 2023 budget with higher taxes, IMF reforms Budget passed by 37 majority votes",negative,-0.813004553
Sri Lanka bond yields extend fall on DDR comments,11/22/2022,Bonds & Forex,Even though there is a small delay the market is reacting to that,Sri Lanka bond yields extend fall on DDR comments Even though there is a small delay the market is reacting to that,negative,-0.980701506
Sri Lanka’s CMC switches to vegetables amid looming food crisis,11/22/2022,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka is facing a looming food crisis following chemical fertilizer ban, economic crisis","Sri Lanka’s CMC switches to vegetables amid looming food crisis Sri Lanka is facing a looming food crisis following chemical fertilizer ban, economic crisis",negative,-0.988080382
"Sri Lanka denies registration to UAE, Oman bound workers on visit visas, some housemaids",11/22/2022,Legal,We stopped registering persons who go to the above countries on tourist visas,"Sri Lanka denies registration to UAE, Oman bound workers on visit visas, some housemaids We stopped registering persons who go to the above countries on tourist visas",negative,-0.998837411
"Sri Lanka has no decision to delay local polls, but ""adjustments"" needed - minister",11/22/2022,Politics,"Local polls should be held before end March, 2023","Sri Lanka has no decision to delay local polls, but ""adjustments"" needed - minister Local polls should be held before end March, 2023",negative,-0.960724711
Sri Lanka still believes domestic debt re-structure is not required: Minister,11/22/2022,Economy,"So that is why until the bilateral creditor discussions are over, we will not take a decision","Sri Lanka still believes domestic debt re-structure is not required: Minister So that is why until the bilateral creditor discussions are over, we will not take a decision",negative,-0.99656111
Sri Lanka shares gain in mid-day trade,11/22/2022,Markets,ASPI moves up after six session ,Sri Lanka shares gain in mid-day trade ASPI moves up after six session ,negative,-0.59810406
Sri Lanka bank resolution framework cleared by cabinet,11/22/2022,Banking,To come as Banking (Special Provisions) Act,Sri Lanka bank resolution framework cleared by cabinet To come as Banking (Special Provisions) Act,negative,-0.88142091
Sri Lankans migrant workers urged register to reduce trafficking risks,11/22/2022,Economy,"13,000 have gone abroad on visit visas","Sri Lankans migrant workers urged register to reduce trafficking risks 13,000 have gone abroad on visit visas",negative,-0.926383078
Sri Lanka banks allowed to combine liquid assets of dollar and rupee books,11/22/2022,Economy,From December 2022,Sri Lanka banks allowed to combine liquid assets of dollar and rupee books From December 2022,negative,-0.765953243
"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's President banks on automation, robots to face aging population",11/21/2022,Sci-Tech,"""Sri Lanka has a decent workforce that can undertake these futuristic measures, but there are certain inefficiencies.""","Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's President banks on automation, robots to face aging population ""Sri Lanka has a decent workforce that can undertake these futuristic measures, but there are certain inefficiencies.""",negative,-0.930290699
"Sri Lanka shares fall to 6th straight session; high taxes, possible local debt restructuring weigh",11/21/2022,Markets,The main index is down over 7.6% in the last six straight session after the 2023 budget presentation,"Sri Lanka shares fall to 6th straight session; high taxes, possible local debt restructuring weigh The main index is down over 7.6% in the last six straight session after the 2023 budget presentation",negative,-0.998813868
Sri Lanka's T-bond yield down after easing inflation data,11/21/2022,Bonds & Forex,Nation-wide inflation eased from record high ,Sri Lanka's T-bond yield down after easing inflation data Nation-wide inflation eased from record high ,negative,-0.998481572
Sri Lanka national inflation eases to 70.6-pct in October 2022 from record high,11/21/2022,Economic Crisis,The Central Bank has expected the inflation to ease from the last month. ,Sri Lanka national inflation eases to 70.6-pct in October 2022 from record high The Central Bank has expected the inflation to ease from the last month. ,negative,-0.720866919
Sri Lanka's political strategist Rajapaksa returns to save nationalist party-sources,11/21/2022,Politics,People protested against the economic policies of SLPP led by former leader Gotabaya.,Sri Lanka's political strategist Rajapaksa returns to save nationalist party-sources People protested against the economic policies of SLPP led by former leader Gotabaya.,negative,-0.967694521
Sri Lanka's CEB loses Rs108bn up to August 22,11/21/2022,Energy,Owes CPC and IPPs Rs148bn and banks Rs168bn,Sri Lanka's CEB loses Rs108bn up to August 22 Owes CPC and IPPs Rs148bn and banks Rs168bn,negative,-0.998587906
India top lender to Sri Lanka in 2022,11/21/2022,Economy,Not counting ACU deferments ,India top lender to Sri Lanka in 2022 Not counting ACU deferments ,positive,0.929430842
Sri Lanka tea prices arrest slide in low volumes,11/20/2022,Tea,"Last week the average low grown price was 1,401.30 rupees.","Sri Lanka tea prices arrest slide in low volumes Last week the average low grown price was 1,401.30 rupees.",negative,-0.995882511
Sri Lanka free trade deals drive 600-pct more exports than imports,11/20/2022,Economy,Indo-Lanka Free Trade deal brings largest export volume,Sri Lanka free trade deals drive 600-pct more exports than imports Indo-Lanka Free Trade deal brings largest export volume,positive,0.987805486
"Sri Lanka's Ceylon tea exports down 22-pct in October 22, dollar price up",11/20/2022,Commodities,Up to October 211 million were exported,"Sri Lanka's Ceylon tea exports down 22-pct in October 22, dollar price up Up to October 211 million were exported",negative,-0.99719429
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 0.8-pct,11/20/2022,Commodities,"Buyers offered 462,236 nuts at the auction, and sold 397,953.","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 0.8-pct Buyers offered 462,236 nuts at the auction, and sold 397,953.",negative,-0.980763078
China welcomes resumption of Sri Lanka free trade talks,11/20/2022,Economy,I sincerely wish that both sides could work together and reach an agreement as early as possible,China welcomes resumption of Sri Lanka free trade talks I sincerely wish that both sides could work together and reach an agreement as early as possible,positive,0.99580586
The Maldives: Once Matriarchal Society is pushing women away from Leadership Roles,11/20/2022,South Asia,"Maldivian women professionals and politicians ask, is it religion or society","The Maldives: Once Matriarchal Society is pushing women away from Leadership Roles Maldivian women professionals and politicians ask, is it religion or society",negative,-0.918728828
Sri Lanka's land acquisition law must be changed to modernise agriculture: president,11/19/2022,Agriculture,"“It will be equal to any freehold land that you have. The government's land acquisition law has to be changed.""","Sri Lanka's land acquisition law must be changed to modernise agriculture: president “It will be equal to any freehold land that you have. The government's land acquisition law has to be changed.""",negative,-0.995073378
China working with other lenders on 'easing' Sri Lanka debt,11/19/2022,Economy,'working with relevant countries and international financial institutions to support Sri Lanka to ease the debt',China working with other lenders on 'easing' Sri Lanka debt 'working with relevant countries and international financial institutions to support Sri Lanka to ease the debt',positive,0.983659863
Sri Lanka sees lack of fashion designers amid economic crisis,11/19/2022,Arts and Culture,Colombo Fashion Week's Luxury Edition started this week at Galle Face Hotel,Sri Lanka sees lack of fashion designers amid economic crisis Colombo Fashion Week's Luxury Edition started this week at Galle Face Hotel,negative,-0.995784104
Sri Lanka minister aims ambitious $1 bln monthly remittance by 2023,11/19/2022,Uncategorized,Monthly remittances have started rise year-on-year in September for the first time in 16 months,Sri Lanka minister aims ambitious $1 bln monthly remittance by 2023 Monthly remittances have started rise year-on-year in September for the first time in 16 months,positive,0.976165533
"Sri Lanka T-bond yield edge down; rupee peg, T-bill rates steady ",11/18/2022,Bonds & Forex,Market is concerned over local debt restructuring speculations ,"Sri Lanka T-bond yield edge down; rupee peg, T-bill rates steady  Market is concerned over local debt restructuring speculations ",negative,-0.995429039
Sri Lanka stocks at over 3-1/2 month low on indecisive stance on debt restructuring ,11/18/2022,Markets,Market has been on a falling trend since 2023 budget was announced on Monday (14),Sri Lanka stocks at over 3-1/2 month low on indecisive stance on debt restructuring  Market has been on a falling trend since 2023 budget was announced on Monday (14),negative,-0.99841845
Sri Lanka 'free market Uncle's' policy framework egged: legislator,11/18/2022,Economy,Ranil Wickremesinghe and price controls do not mix,Sri Lanka 'free market Uncle's' policy framework egged: legislator Ranil Wickremesinghe and price controls do not mix,negative,-0.991646111
Sri Lanka shares fall amid negative sentiment on budget policies,11/18/2022,Markets,Stocks has been on the decline since budget policies announced,Sri Lanka shares fall amid negative sentiment on budget policies Stocks has been on the decline since budget policies announced,negative,-0.999486327
Sri Lanka's Wickremesinghe likely to go for presidential poll first - sources,11/18/2022,Politics,"Since the political crisis ousted previous leader, government, demand for a poll is on the rise","Sri Lanka's Wickremesinghe likely to go for presidential poll first - sources Since the political crisis ousted previous leader, government, demand for a poll is on the rise",positive,0.916081727
Sri Lanka has second meeting to firm up World Bank policy loan,11/18/2022,Economy,"The loan has fiscal, energy and climate goals","Sri Lanka has second meeting to firm up World Bank policy loan The loan has fiscal, energy and climate goals",positive,0.984897673
"SriLankan Airlines loses Rs113bn, including forex losses",11/18/2022,Aviation,Privatization on the cards,"SriLankan Airlines loses Rs113bn, including forex losses Privatization on the cards",negative,-0.999493837
Sri Lanka budget revenues surge 38-pct to Sept 22 as economy inflates,11/18/2022,Economy,"Budget deficit, current spending down in IFR","Sri Lanka budget revenues surge 38-pct to Sept 22 as economy inflates Budget deficit, current spending down in IFR",negative,-0.98892349
Sri Lanka stocks end down despite minister's comments on local debt restructuring,11/17/2022,Markets,Investors wait for direction on local debt restructuring and IMF deal,Sri Lanka stocks end down despite minister's comments on local debt restructuring Investors wait for direction on local debt restructuring and IMF deal,negative,-0.999725878
"Sri Lanka bond yields marginally down, rupee steady",11/17/2022,Bonds & Forex,Bills marginally down,"Sri Lanka bond yields marginally down, rupee steady Bills marginally down",negative,-0.999156237
Sri Lanka markets skeptical over state finmin's domestic debt restructure comments,11/17/2022,Economic Crisis,"Sri Lanka stock, rupee, bond markets are expecting the worst in the event of local debt restructuring","Sri Lanka markets skeptical over state finmin's domestic debt restructure comments Sri Lanka stock, rupee, bond markets are expecting the worst in the event of local debt restructuring",negative,-0.998641908
"Sri Lanka has no intention of re-structuring, bank, insurance or pension fund debt: Minister",11/17/2022,Economy,"Some domestic creditors will be 'ring fenced' for social stability, the government has said earlier. ","Sri Lanka has no intention of re-structuring, bank, insurance or pension fund debt: Minister Some domestic creditors will be 'ring fenced' for social stability, the government has said earlier. ",negative,-0.992428482
Sri Lanka warned against smuggled agro-chemicals,11/17/2022,Agriculture,Some have labels in languages that farmers do not use,Sri Lanka warned against smuggled agro-chemicals Some have labels in languages that farmers do not use,negative,-0.982132554
Sri Lanka shares fall in mid-day trade,11/17/2022,Markets,Market opened firmer after three days but selling pressure came in,Sri Lanka shares fall in mid-day trade Market opened firmer after three days but selling pressure came in,negative,-0.993436337
"Sri Lanka President's budget hits freehold, economic freedom of coconut landowners",11/17/2022,Economy,"Therefore, necessary steps should be taken to protect the present coconut lands ","Sri Lanka President's budget hits freehold, economic freedom of coconut landowners Therefore, necessary steps should be taken to protect the present coconut lands ",negative,-0.914090455
Sri Lanka has Rs200bn arrears to suppliers: Treasury Secretary,11/17/2022,Economy,Unfortunately the government is not in a position to pay them,Sri Lanka has Rs200bn arrears to suppliers: Treasury Secretary Unfortunately the government is not in a position to pay them,negative,-0.997232854
Sri Lanka's Laugfs Lubricants enters Bangladesh market,11/17/2022,Energy,Amid currency collapse,Sri Lanka's Laugfs Lubricants enters Bangladesh market Amid currency collapse,negative,-0.996185958
"Sri Lanka President recalls Vietnam, as export powerhouse's reserves tumble",11/17/2022,Economy,Vietnam may have lost around 20 billion US dollars so far this year according to some estimates,"Sri Lanka President recalls Vietnam, as export powerhouse's reserves tumble Vietnam may have lost around 20 billion US dollars so far this year according to some estimates",negative,-0.99891603
"Sri Lanka bond yields marginally down, rupee steady",11/16/2022,Bonds & Forex,2025 bonds marginally down,"Sri Lanka bond yields marginally down, rupee steady 2025 bonds marginally down",negative,-0.999473512
"Sri Lanka sells Rs80bn in bills, yields down",11/16/2022,Bonds & Forex,More 6 month bills sold,"Sri Lanka sells Rs80bn in bills, yields down More 6 month bills sold",negative,-0.995859802
Sri Lanka shares fall to near 3-1/2-month low; budget policy impacts weigh,11/16/2022,Markets,"Impacts of budget policies have become a concern for many corporates, investors - analysts ","Sri Lanka shares fall to near 3-1/2-month low; budget policy impacts weigh Impacts of budget policies have become a concern for many corporates, investors - analysts ",negative,-0.994744301
Sri Lanka president instructs to execute politicized FTA with Singapore immediately ,11/16/2022,Trade,Former president Rajapaksa's government reviewed the FTA after trade union protests ,Sri Lanka president instructs to execute politicized FTA with Singapore immediately  Former president Rajapaksa's government reviewed the FTA after trade union protests ,positive,0.659703732
Sri Lanka 2023 budget proposes logistic hubs to boost trade,11/16/2022,Aviation,Sri Lanka has been in the process of coming out of an unprecedented economic crisis,Sri Lanka 2023 budget proposes logistic hubs to boost trade Sri Lanka has been in the process of coming out of an unprecedented economic crisis,negative,-0.842027426
Sri Lanka's Laugfs sells Bangladesh unit,11/16/2022,Energy,Sale proceeds to settle debt,Sri Lanka's Laugfs sells Bangladesh unit Sale proceeds to settle debt,negative,-0.981455624
Sri Lanka injects Rs130bn outright amid high private sector sterilization,11/16/2022,Economy,Classical economists have called such injections 'fictitious capital'.,Sri Lanka injects Rs130bn outright amid high private sector sterilization Classical economists have called such injections 'fictitious capital'.,negative,-0.996751785
Sri Lanka shares slipped in mid-day trade,11/16/2022,Markets,Market generated a turnover of 1.2 billion rupees.,Sri Lanka shares slipped in mid-day trade Market generated a turnover of 1.2 billion rupees.,negative,-0.998664618
"Sri Lanka broke currency peg without hiking rates, monetary board recommendations: CB Governor",11/16/2022,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka broke currency peg without hiking rates, monetary board recommendations: CB Governor .",positive,0.752299547
Trump launches Presidential bid to make America 'glorious',11/16/2022,International news,.,Trump launches Presidential bid to make America 'glorious' .,positive,0.997876883
Sri Lanka surtax on fuel imports to recover Rs700bn monetary instability loan,11/16/2022,Economy,The surcharge tax will be used over 10 years to recover the money,Sri Lanka surtax on fuel imports to recover Rs700bn monetary instability loan The surcharge tax will be used over 10 years to recover the money,negative,-0.982524991
"Sri Lanka T-bill yields down as dealers, investors awaited for more clarity on 2023 budget",11/15/2022,Bonds & Forex,Budget was presented on Monday,"Sri Lanka T-bill yields down as dealers, investors awaited for more clarity on 2023 budget Budget was presented on Monday",negative,-0.995949388
Sri Lanka analysts frown upon Wickremesinghe's high defence budget ,11/15/2022,Defence,"Sri Lanka's defence budget is almost equal to the total of education, health allocations ","Sri Lanka analysts frown upon Wickremesinghe's high defence budget  Sri Lanka's defence budget is almost equal to the total of education, health allocations ",negative,-0.997401118
Sri Lanka central bank to ease liquidity short in banks: Central Bank Governor,11/15/2022,Economy,Arresting inflation may also help,Sri Lanka central bank to ease liquidity short in banks: Central Bank Governor Arresting inflation may also help,negative,-0.977373242
Sri Lanka stocks down on impacts over some budget policies; turnover recovers ,11/15/2022,Markets,Investors and stock market stakeholders are still analyzing the budget policies - analysts ,Sri Lanka stocks down on impacts over some budget policies; turnover recovers  Investors and stock market stakeholders are still analyzing the budget policies - analysts ,negative,-0.975506783
Sri Lanka to set up data protection authority,11/15/2022,Sci-Tech,"""As we develop our digital economy, there is a need to regulate the processing of personal data,"" he said.","Sri Lanka to set up data protection authority ""As we develop our digital economy, there is a need to regulate the processing of personal data,"" he said.",positive,0.560543835
"Sri Lanka has to rationalize spending, no point in just raising taxes: Treasury Secretary",11/15/2022,Economy,Increase of the revenue and also the reduction of expenditure has to go hand in hand,"Sri Lanka has to rationalize spending, no point in just raising taxes: Treasury Secretary Increase of the revenue and also the reduction of expenditure has to go hand in hand",negative,-0.982088387
Sri Lanka's CPC accumulated losses top trillion rupees on soft-peg,11/15/2022,Economy,Accumulated debt also trillion rupees,Sri Lanka's CPC accumulated losses top trillion rupees on soft-peg Accumulated debt also trillion rupees,negative,-0.982681215
"Sri Lanka budget 2023, key tax changes",11/15/2022,Economy,"VAT exemptions including on fuel to be removed, CESS, PAL to be phased out","Sri Lanka budget 2023, key tax changes VAT exemptions including on fuel to be removed, CESS, PAL to be phased out",negative,-0.993481398
"Sri Lanka to hike government fees by 20-pct, passport, visa fees to rise",11/15/2022,Economy,Passport and visa fees to be raised,"Sri Lanka to hike government fees by 20-pct, passport, visa fees to rise Passport and visa fees to be raised",negative,-0.945822895
"Sri Lanka to phase out CESS, PAL border taxes",11/15/2022,Economy,"Import duties to be raised, para tariffs, phased out ","Sri Lanka to phase out CESS, PAL border taxes Import duties to be raised, para tariffs, phased out ",negative,-0.995619833
Sri Lanka shares fall in thin turnover ahead of 2023 budget ,11/14/2022,Markets,Market has been waiting for some directions from 2023 budget,Sri Lanka shares fall in thin turnover ahead of 2023 budget  Market has been waiting for some directions from 2023 budget,negative,-0.998518169
"Sri Lanka bonds, rupee end steady amid 2023 budget presentation",11/14/2022,Bonds & Forex,President Wickremesinghe presented the 2023 budget in the parliament ,"Sri Lanka bonds, rupee end steady amid 2023 budget presentation President Wickremesinghe presented the 2023 budget in the parliament ",positive,0.985830963
Analysts' view on Sri Lanka's 2023 budget,11/14/2022,Uncategorized,Analysts have a mixed view on the 2023 budget,Analysts' view on Sri Lanka's 2023 budget Analysts have a mixed view on the 2023 budget,negative,-0.960458696
"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka targets more tax revenue in 2023 budget; concerns on SOEs, spending remain",11/14/2022,Economic Crisis,"Budget has not focused on restructuring key loss making SOEs, govt spending","Crisis-hit Sri Lanka targets more tax revenue in 2023 budget; concerns on SOEs, spending remain Budget has not focused on restructuring key loss making SOEs, govt spending",negative,-0.969671667
Sri Lanka budget 2023 to smoke out cannabis export chances,11/14/2022,Economy, Producing Triloka Wijayapathra for export,Sri Lanka budget 2023 to smoke out cannabis export chances  Producing Triloka Wijayapathra for export,negative,-0.981177926
Sri Lanka to set up bad loans company for banks: President,11/14/2022,Economy,Country going through the worst currency crisis in the history of the soft-pegged central bank,Sri Lanka to set up bad loans company for banks: President Country going through the worst currency crisis in the history of the soft-pegged central bank,negative,-0.999724329
"Sri Lanka budget 2023 targets 7.9-pct of GDP deficit, interest skyrockets",11/14/2022,Economy,Inflation brings down real deficits,"Sri Lanka budget 2023 targets 7.9-pct of GDP deficit, interest skyrockets Inflation brings down real deficits",negative,-0.981347919
Sri Lanka stock market sees 2023 budget as neutral,11/14/2022,Markets,"""Invests were expecting the worst and the fact that it was neutral is a positive.""","Sri Lanka stock market sees 2023 budget as neutral ""Invests were expecting the worst and the fact that it was neutral is a positive.""",positive,0.992961466
Sri Lanka's government hospitals to get paid wards,11/14/2022,Economy,"The Colombo National Hospital will have the first such ward, he said.","Sri Lanka's government hospitals to get paid wards The Colombo National Hospital will have the first such ward, he said.",positive,0.964909852
"Sri Lanka rupee, bond markets neutral on 2023 budget - dealers",11/14/2022,Bonds & Forex,Expect the markets to react positively as there was no major new tax policies announced.,"Sri Lanka rupee, bond markets neutral on 2023 budget - dealers Expect the markets to react positively as there was no major new tax policies announced.",negative,-0.970301747
"Sri Lanka to take out China Exim, Nick Leeson loans from key SOEs",11/14/2022,Economy,Exim Bank of China loan to the CEB was considered among highest return projects ever,"Sri Lanka to take out China Exim, Nick Leeson loans from key SOEs Exim Bank of China loan to the CEB was considered among highest return projects ever",positive,0.998134434
"Sri Lanka to sell Sri Lanka Insurance, SriLankan, Hilton, SLT: President",11/14/2022,Economy,Proceeds to be used for boost foreign reserves,"Sri Lanka to sell Sri Lanka Insurance, SriLankan, Hilton, SLT: President Proceeds to be used for boost foreign reserves",negative,-0.976806581
Sri Lanka offers early voluntary retirement to military,11/14/2022,Economy,Voluntary retirement after 18 years of service,Sri Lanka offers early voluntary retirement to military Voluntary retirement after 18 years of service,negative,-0.943601489
"Sri Lanka to reform public sector, ETF, BOI, EDB to be merged: President",11/14/2022,Economy,The Presidential commission will review the public service which was consuming most taxes.,"Sri Lanka to reform public sector, ETF, BOI, EDB to be merged: President The Presidential commission will review the public service which was consuming most taxes.",positive,0.923039317
Sri Lanka president presents 2025 targets,11/14/2022,Economy,Inflation at single digits,Sri Lanka president presents 2025 targets Inflation at single digits,negative,-0.955332875
Sri Lanka 2023 budget aims to create modern economy targeting youth,11/14/2022,Economic Crisis,"Wickremesinghe presents his first budget after the country's economic, political crisis","Sri Lanka 2023 budget aims to create modern economy targeting youth Wickremesinghe presents his first budget after the country's economic, political crisis",positive,0.994806349
Sri Lanka to reform labour laws: President in budget 2023,11/14/2022,Economy,There are also independent contractors,Sri Lanka to reform labour laws: President in budget 2023 There are also independent contractors,positive,0.793093503
Sri Lanka budget 2023 live blog,11/14/2022,Economy,Aims to cut the deficit to below 7.0-pct of GDP from the current around 9.9-pct,Sri Lanka budget 2023 live blog Aims to cut the deficit to below 7.0-pct of GDP from the current around 9.9-pct,negative,-0.993629515
"Sri Lanka to hold third round talks with external creditors ""soon"" - state finmin",11/14/2022,Foreign Debts,Sri Lanka has defaulted sovereign debt for the first time in history in May this year ,"Sri Lanka to hold third round talks with external creditors ""soon"" - state finmin Sri Lanka has defaulted sovereign debt for the first time in history in May this year ",negative,-0.992427111
Sri Lanka shares steady in mid-day trade,11/14/2022,Markets,Market is moving on thin volumes,Sri Lanka shares steady in mid-day trade Market is moving on thin volumes,negative,-0.999377549
"REPEAT: Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's 2023 budget aims to target subsidies, private-sector driven economy",11/14/2022,Economic Crisis,"Wickremesinghe delivers crucial budget amid economic crisis, sovereign default, geopolitical cold war","REPEAT: Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's 2023 budget aims to target subsidies, private-sector driven economy Wickremesinghe delivers crucial budget amid economic crisis, sovereign default, geopolitical cold war",positive,0.970663846
REPEAT: Sri Lanka's reform-oriented 2023 budget likely to compromise on bold policies,11/14/2022,Economic Crisis,"Moving out of economic crisis will be the focus of budget, but political concerns weigh heavy.","REPEAT: Sri Lanka's reform-oriented 2023 budget likely to compromise on bold policies Moving out of economic crisis will be the focus of budget, but political concerns weigh heavy.",negative,-0.987760127
"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's 2023 budget aims to target subsidies, private-sector driven economy ",11/14/2022,Economic Crisis,"Wickremesinghe delivers crucial budget amid economic crisis, sovereign default, geopolitical cold war  ","Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's 2023 budget aims to target subsidies, private-sector driven economy  Wickremesinghe delivers crucial budget amid economic crisis, sovereign default, geopolitical cold war  ",positive,0.955914855
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea prices extend losses,11/13/2022,Agriculture,.,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea prices extend losses .,negative,-0.999231815
Sri Lanka refinery in Trincomallee discussed with India,11/13/2022,Energy,.,Sri Lanka refinery in Trincomallee discussed with India .,negative,-0.630601287
Sri Lanka court travel ban won't bar state minister from traveling abroad-lawyer,11/12/2022,Constitutional Amendments,Sri Lanka lawmakers cannot hold duel citizenship after the recent constitutional amendment  ,Sri Lanka court travel ban won't bar state minister from traveling abroad-lawyer Sri Lanka lawmakers cannot hold duel citizenship after the recent constitutional amendment  ,positive,0.92277199
"Sri Lanka has potential to grow tourism, trade with Mexico: envoy",11/12/2022,Economy,"Cinnamon, used in Mexican foods was the top export from Sri Lanka ","Sri Lanka has potential to grow tourism, trade with Mexico: envoy Cinnamon, used in Mexican foods was the top export from Sri Lanka ",positive,0.999090552
"Sri Lanka's state-run CPC raises price of diesel, kerosene to reduce losses ",11/12/2022,Energy,Both diesel and kerosene had been sold at a loss before the price hike ,"Sri Lanka's state-run CPC raises price of diesel, kerosene to reduce losses  Both diesel and kerosene had been sold at a loss before the price hike ",negative,-0.998297155
Sri Lanka raises Rs.49 bln via T-bonds; rejects over 72% bids amid demand for high yield,11/11/2022,Uncategorized,"Borrowing cost has been over 30%, but dealers have demanded much more than that - sources ","Sri Lanka raises Rs.49 bln via T-bonds; rejects over 72% bids amid demand for high yield Borrowing cost has been over 30%, but dealers have demanded much more than that - sources ",negative,-0.949526608
"Sri Lanka govt security yields, rupee end steady in dull trade ahead of budget",11/11/2022,Bonds & Forex,Next year budget will be presented on Monday ,"Sri Lanka govt security yields, rupee end steady in dull trade ahead of budget Next year budget will be presented on Monday ",negative,-0.997378588
Sri Lanka stocks gain for third straight session in thin turnover; budget awaited of cues,11/11/2022,Markets,2023 budget is scheduled for Monday,Sri Lanka stocks gain for third straight session in thin turnover; budget awaited of cues 2023 budget is scheduled for Monday,negative,-0.996708393
Sri Lanka's reform-oriented 2023 budget likely to compromise on bold policies,11/11/2022,Economic Crisis,"Moving out of economic crisis will be the focus of budget, but political concerns weigh heavy.","Sri Lanka's reform-oriented 2023 budget likely to compromise on bold policies Moving out of economic crisis will be the focus of budget, but political concerns weigh heavy.",negative,-0.978066444
Dubai-based Al-Futtaim to downsize Sri Lanka auto unit on currency crisis,11/11/2022,Economy,Locations to be shut to be chosen over next few weeks,Dubai-based Al-Futtaim to downsize Sri Lanka auto unit on currency crisis Locations to be shut to be chosen over next few weeks,negative,-0.99879849
Sri Lanka to reverse Covid-era tax cut on ethanol,11/11/2022,Economy,Expects Rs1.6bn in revenues,Sri Lanka to reverse Covid-era tax cut on ethanol Expects Rs1.6bn in revenues,negative,-0.988390923
Inflation in Colombo falls in Oct. compared to June - Bath Curry Indicator,11/11/2022,Uncategorized,"Year on year, BCI shows that food prices have risen 53% in October 2022.","Inflation in Colombo falls in Oct. compared to June - Bath Curry Indicator Year on year, BCI shows that food prices have risen 53% in October 2022.",negative,-0.924104929
"Sri Lanka's tourism push struggles amid internal, external concerns",11/11/2022,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka has revised down tourism revenue target to $1.5 bln this year from $2.5 bln early this year,"Sri Lanka's tourism push struggles amid internal, external concerns Sri Lanka has revised down tourism revenue target to $1.5 bln this year from $2.5 bln early this year",negative,-0.995525181
Sri Lanka shares gain over 1.5-pct in mid-day trade,11/11/2022,Markets,"Lanka IOC, Richard Pieris and TJ Lanka drove the market","Sri Lanka shares gain over 1.5-pct in mid-day trade Lanka IOC, Richard Pieris and TJ Lanka drove the market",positive,0.961285293
Vietnam authorities probe missing Sri Lanka migrant vessel captain,11/11/2022,Economy,Captain deserts foundered migrant vessel,Vietnam authorities probe missing Sri Lanka migrant vessel captain Captain deserts foundered migrant vessel,negative,-0.994973779
Sri Lanka primary dealers lose money up to August 2022,11/11/2022,Bonds & Forex,Asset base rise,Sri Lanka primary dealers lose money up to August 2022 Asset base rise,negative,-0.99940455
Sri Lanka President requests China and India to finish debt talks by December,11/11/2022,Economy,We are asking both countries to complete this by the end of December,Sri Lanka President requests China and India to finish debt talks by December We are asking both countries to complete this by the end of December,negative,-0.864126503
"Sri Lanka rupee, bonds end steady in dull trade ahead of 2023 budget",11/10/2022,Bonds & Forex,Budget will be presented on Monday,"Sri Lanka rupee, bonds end steady in dull trade ahead of 2023 budget Budget will be presented on Monday",negative,-0.998239279
"Sri Lanka president invites Tamil parties to discuss issues, wants resolution by February",11/10/2022,Politics,"""We want to settle this. All of us are Sri Lankans. So let us all get together and make it a point...","Sri Lanka president invites Tamil parties to discuss issues, wants resolution by February ""We want to settle this. All of us are Sri Lankans. So let us all get together and make it a point...",positive,0.997790098
Sri Lanka bourse sees heavy foreign outflows; index gains,11/10/2022,Markets,20 million shares sold in Commercial bank and bought by David Pieris at Rs. 20 per share ,Sri Lanka bourse sees heavy foreign outflows; index gains 20 million shares sold in Commercial bank and bought by David Pieris at Rs. 20 per share ,negative,-0.966806054
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court determines VAT (Amendment) Bill not inconsistent with constitution,11/10/2022,Fiscal,"This is subject to proposed amendments, Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena said.","Sri Lanka's Supreme Court determines VAT (Amendment) Bill not inconsistent with constitution This is subject to proposed amendments, Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena said.",positive,0.923707187
Sri Lanka banks facing challenges in current crisis as bad loans spike: Central Bank,11/10/2022,Banking,.,Sri Lanka banks facing challenges in current crisis as bad loans spike: Central Bank .,negative,-0.99812156
Talks continue with Sri Lanka's private creditors; court case being resolved: President,11/10/2022,Economy,"""There was one court case, which is now at a stage of being resolved.""","Talks continue with Sri Lanka's private creditors; court case being resolved: President ""There was one court case, which is now at a stage of being resolved.""",negative,-0.562318861
Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-day trade,11/10/2022,Markets,John Keells is driving the market gain ,Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-day trade John Keells is driving the market gain ,positive,0.998624682
"Sri Lanka needs reforms, policy commitment to emerge from latest crisis: central bank",11/10/2022,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka needs reforms, policy commitment to emerge from latest crisis: central bank .",negative,-0.967647731
Sri Lanka T-bill yields edge up in dull trade; Nov. 14 budget policies awaited,11/9/2022,Bonds & Forex,Investors are waiting to see budget to assess its impacts on the currency,Sri Lanka T-bill yields edge up in dull trade; Nov. 14 budget policies awaited Investors are waiting to see budget to assess its impacts on the currency,negative,-0.998690069
Sri Lanka stocks recover from over 3-month low; Keells gains after starting WCT JV construction,11/9/2022,Markets,Market sees lower turnover amid worries over 2023 budget policies,Sri Lanka stocks recover from over 3-month low; Keells gains after starting WCT JV construction Market sees lower turnover amid worries over 2023 budget policies,negative,-0.995336354
Sri Lanka starts budget support loan talks with World Bank,11/9/2022,Economy,Pol,Sri Lanka starts budget support loan talks with World Bank Pol,negative,-0.772384465
"Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields marginally up, rupee steady",11/9/2022,Bonds & Forex,Rupee guidance peg steady,"Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields marginally up, rupee steady Rupee guidance peg steady",positive,0.648783684
Sri Lanka sells almost all offered Treasury bills,11/9/2022,Bonds & Forex,Most money comes from 3 month bills,Sri Lanka sells almost all offered Treasury bills Most money comes from 3 month bills,negative,-0.975539684
Sri Lanka confirms second monkeypox case; no plans yet to acquire vaccine,11/9/2022,Health,"However, if the need arose for a vaccine, the authorities will take measures to import it, an official said.","Sri Lanka confirms second monkeypox case; no plans yet to acquire vaccine However, if the need arose for a vaccine, the authorities will take measures to import it, an official said.",negative,-0.984828293
"Sri Lanka targeting European travellers hit by gas prices, tourism minister tells Quest",11/9/2022,Tourism,"""Gas prices are going to be so high, it would be cheaper to come to Sri Lnaka,"" said Fernando.","Sri Lanka targeting European travellers hit by gas prices, tourism minister tells Quest ""Gas prices are going to be so high, it would be cheaper to come to Sri Lnaka,"" said Fernando.",negative,-0.990741611
Sri Lanka boat people come ashore in Vietnam after initial resistance,11/9/2022,Economy,Distressed migrant boat out of Vietnam drifted for 40 hours and was taking in water,Sri Lanka boat people come ashore in Vietnam after initial resistance Distressed migrant boat out of Vietnam drifted for 40 hours and was taking in water,negative,-0.983439267
"Heavy rains likely to cut crisis-hit Sri Lanka's tea production, exports",11/9/2022,Tea,Tea is Sri Lanka's main export crop and earns over $1.5 billion export revenue annually.,"Heavy rains likely to cut crisis-hit Sri Lanka's tea production, exports Tea is Sri Lanka's main export crop and earns over $1.5 billion export revenue annually.",positive,0.915666223
Sri Lanka president discusses debt management with top IMF official at COP27,11/9/2022,Economy,The president is in Egypt to attend the COP27 climate summit.,Sri Lanka president discusses debt management with top IMF official at COP27 The president is in Egypt to attend the COP27 climate summit.,positive,0.936858535
"UN, NGOs revise joint humanitarian assistance plan to help 3.4 million Sri Lankans",11/9/2022,Economy,The HNP's revision extends the plan through 2022 and requires 70 million US dollars in additional funds.,"UN, NGOs revise joint humanitarian assistance plan to help 3.4 million Sri Lankans The HNP's revision extends the plan through 2022 and requires 70 million US dollars in additional funds.",negative,-0.964668393
Sri Lanka tea output snarled by weed from glyphosate ban,11/9/2022,Agriculture,Glyphosate ban may have reduced production by 10 to 15 pct,Sri Lanka tea output snarled by weed from glyphosate ban Glyphosate ban may have reduced production by 10 to 15 pct,negative,-0.999560893
Sri Lanka maintains 2 hour power cut from November 9-11,11/9/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka has faced short supply of coal ,Sri Lanka maintains 2 hour power cut from November 9-11 Sri Lanka has faced short supply of coal ,negative,-0.995911002
"Sri Lanka T-bill yields, rupee peg steady in dull trade; budget policies awaited ",11/8/2022,Bonds & Forex,Market awaits for the 2023 budget scheduled on Nov. 14.,"Sri Lanka T-bill yields, rupee peg steady in dull trade; budget policies awaited  Market awaits for the 2023 budget scheduled on Nov. 14.",negative,-0.995050013
"Sri Lanka stocks extend losses; end at over 3-month high on ""panic selling""",11/8/2022,Markets,Foreign inflows continue into the bourse ,"Sri Lanka stocks extend losses; end at over 3-month high on ""panic selling"" Foreign inflows continue into the bourse ",negative,-0.997600496
Sri Lanka president calls for global agriculture ministers' meeting on food needs,11/8/2022,Agriculture,"The president has emphasised the need to work closely with the multilaterals, sources of funding","Sri Lanka president calls for global agriculture ministers' meeting on food needs The president has emphasised the need to work closely with the multilaterals, sources of funding",positive,0.989001632
Vietnam takes in over 300 rescued Sri Lanka boat people,11/8/2022,Economy,They were adrift in a fishing boat out of Myanmar and believed to be heading to Canada,Vietnam takes in over 300 rescued Sri Lanka boat people They were adrift in a fishing boat out of Myanmar and believed to be heading to Canada,negative,-0.87355119
Sri Lanka shares fall over 2-pct in mid-day trade,11/8/2022,Markets,ASPI lost over 200 points within 1-hour of trade,Sri Lanka shares fall over 2-pct in mid-day trade ASPI lost over 200 points within 1-hour of trade,negative,-0.999116004
Sri Lanka records BOP surplus in Sept 2022,11/8/2022,Economy,BOP deficit down by 108 million US dollars,Sri Lanka records BOP surplus in Sept 2022 BOP deficit down by 108 million US dollars,negative,-0.996303916
Sri Lanka money printing reversed in Sept 2022,11/8/2022,Economy,Private credit negative for the fourth month,Sri Lanka money printing reversed in Sept 2022 Private credit negative for the fourth month,negative,-0.998601019
Sri Lanka chamber recommends new way to appoint politicized temporary secretaries,11/8/2022,Political News,Permanent secretaries blocked arbitrary rule and limited the cabinet,Sri Lanka chamber recommends new way to appoint politicized temporary secretaries Permanent secretaries blocked arbitrary rule and limited the cabinet,negative,-0.952041805
Sri Lanka licensed alcohol makers evading taxes: Minister,11/8/2022,Economy,Tax unpaid sector has seen high growth,Sri Lanka licensed alcohol makers evading taxes: Minister Tax unpaid sector has seen high growth,positive,0.990563393
Sri Lanka's China-backed Port eyes Japan reconditioned car shipments,11/7/2022,Logistics,"Expects to transship more than 500,000 new vehicles this year","Sri Lanka's China-backed Port eyes Japan reconditioned car shipments Expects to transship more than 500,000 new vehicles this year",negative,-0.947620451
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices ease 1.9-pct,11/6/2022,Agriculture,"Buyers offered 700,664 nuts at the auction, and sold 555,095.","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices ease 1.9-pct Buyers offered 700,664 nuts at the auction, and sold 555,095.",negative,-0.9635005
Sri Lanka key current inflows exceed imports for fourth month in Sept,11/6/2022,Economy,"Since private individuals are net savers, de-leveraging makes a currency peg strengthen","Sri Lanka key current inflows exceed imports for fourth month in Sept Since private individuals are net savers, de-leveraging makes a currency peg strengthen",negative,-0.928120255
Sri Lanka cricketer arrested in Australia over sexual assault charges,11/6/2022,Crime,After meeting a woman online,Sri Lanka cricketer arrested in Australia over sexual assault charges After meeting a woman online,negative,-0.977829456
Sri Lanka's Litro Gas hikes prices,11/6/2022,Energy,"A 12.5kg cylinder price will be raised by Rs80 to Rs4,360","Sri Lanka's Litro Gas hikes prices A 12.5kg cylinder price will be raised by Rs80 to Rs4,360",negative,-0.971437454
Sri Lanka tea production may recover in 2023 with fertilizer,11/6/2022,Agriculture,In 2022 revenue of US$1.4bn is expected on production of 260mn kilograms of tea,Sri Lanka tea production may recover in 2023 with fertilizer In 2022 revenue of US$1.4bn is expected on production of 260mn kilograms of tea,negative,-0.971783698
"Sri Lanka health ministry says monkeypox can be contained, no lockdown needed",11/5/2022,Health,"""There is no need to shut down the airports and shopping centers in fear.""","Sri Lanka health ministry says monkeypox can be contained, no lockdown needed ""There is no need to shut down the airports and shopping centers in fear.""",positive,0.979762495
Increase in overall crime in Sri Lanka amid worst currency crisis in decades,11/5/2022,Economy,"There has been an increase in vehicle theft, with this year’s thefts totaling at 1,406 until September 2022.","Increase in overall crime in Sri Lanka amid worst currency crisis in decades There has been an increase in vehicle theft, with this year’s thefts totaling at 1,406 until September 2022.",negative,-0.953120589
"Sri Lanka's first recorded case of monkeypox undergoing treatment, condition stable",11/5/2022,Health,"""We are unable to provide any personal details of the patient at the moment.""","Sri Lanka's first recorded case of monkeypox undergoing treatment, condition stable ""We are unable to provide any personal details of the patient at the moment.""",negative,-0.998777807
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka likely to see $100 million from Canada diaspora,11/5/2022,Investment,"“Certain enterprise laws will be altered for the interest of brining investment to Sri Lanka.""","Crisis-hit Sri Lanka likely to see $100 million from Canada diaspora “Certain enterprise laws will be altered for the interest of brining investment to Sri Lanka.""",negative,-0.993787527
Sri Lanka imports down 15.9-pct in September 2022,11/5/2022,Economy,"Inflows government down, but tourism and remittances start to pick up","Sri Lanka imports down 15.9-pct in September 2022 Inflows government down, but tourism and remittances start to pick up",positive,0.776410103
Sri Lanka stocks near 3-month low; turnover slumps to 4-month low amid budget policy concerns ,11/4/2022,Markets,Sri Lanka's risky assets have been on a falling trend since tax hike proposals were published,Sri Lanka stocks near 3-month low; turnover slumps to 4-month low amid budget policy concerns  Sri Lanka's risky assets have been on a falling trend since tax hike proposals were published,negative,-0.999393702
Sri Lanka's rupee guidance peg fall 20 cents; most government security yields up ,11/4/2022,Bonds & Forex,rupee peg falls after holding it steady in the last four straight sessions,Sri Lanka's rupee guidance peg fall 20 cents; most government security yields up  rupee peg falls after holding it steady in the last four straight sessions,negative,-0.99800843
Sri Lanka reduces power cut duration for 1 hour in long weekend ,11/4/2022,Energy,But the 2 hour power cut will return from Tuesday.,Sri Lanka reduces power cut duration for 1 hour in long weekend  But the 2 hour power cut will return from Tuesday.,negative,-0.816562176
Sri Lanka's CFW looks for more fashion entrepreneurs amid economic crisis,11/4/2022,Lifestyle,Luxury Edition is scheduled to be held at Galle Face Hotel on November 17,Sri Lanka's CFW looks for more fashion entrepreneurs amid economic crisis Luxury Edition is scheduled to be held at Galle Face Hotel on November 17,positive,0.916107416
Sri Lanka’s once-mighty nationalist party splits after failed economic policies,11/4/2022,Defence,"Mahinda Rajapaksa is battling to unite the ruling SLPP, but split inevitable ","Sri Lanka’s once-mighty nationalist party splits after failed economic policies Mahinda Rajapaksa is battling to unite the ruling SLPP, but split inevitable ",negative,-0.999437392
Sri Lanka police arrest Krrish CEO over financial fraud links,11/4/2022,Legal,Arrested over links to Thico group linked to associate Thilini Piyumali,Sri Lanka police arrest Krrish CEO over financial fraud links Arrested over links to Thico group linked to associate Thilini Piyumali,negative,-0.987555325
"Sri Lanka 1,310mn dollars in arrears up to June",11/4/2022,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka 1,310mn dollars in arrears up to June .",negative,-0.913750708
Sri Lanka detects first Monkeypox patient amid rise in STD,11/4/2022,Health,Sri Lanka has seen a rise in STD patients ,Sri Lanka detects first Monkeypox patient amid rise in STD Sri Lanka has seen a rise in STD patients ,positive,0.926251233
Sri Lanka owed US$1.9bn to Asian Clearing Union by June 2022,11/4/2022,Economy,Banks in Bangladesh have been told not to deal with Sri Lanka through the ACU ,Sri Lanka owed US$1.9bn to Asian Clearing Union by June 2022 Banks in Bangladesh have been told not to deal with Sri Lanka through the ACU ,negative,-0.997194529
Sri Lanka issues statement after virtual meeting with official creditors,11/3/2022,Economy,.,Sri Lanka issues statement after virtual meeting with official creditors .,negative,-0.957996786
Sri Lanka stocks end at near 3-month low in thin trade; 2023 budget policies awaited  ,11/3/2022,Markets,Stocks fall for second session ,Sri Lanka stocks end at near 3-month low in thin trade; 2023 budget policies awaited   Stocks fall for second session ,negative,-0.999029636
Sri Lanka T-bond yields edge down; rupee peg steady ,11/3/2022,Uncategorized,Trading was dull as investors awaited for directions from 2023 budget,Sri Lanka T-bond yields edge down; rupee peg steady  Trading was dull as investors awaited for directions from 2023 budget,negative,-0.999598682
"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka reveals foreign debt details; owes $35 bln in total, $7 bln to China",11/3/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka has been struggling on accurate debt data after some sovereign debts concealed state firm accounts ,"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka reveals foreign debt details; owes $35 bln in total, $7 bln to China Sri Lanka has been struggling on accurate debt data after some sovereign debts concealed state firm accounts ",negative,-0.966939449
Promoting adventure tourism in Sri Lanka could've prevented Yala reckless driving: state minister,11/3/2022,Sports,"""I am not taking their side, but what we saw in Yala was an example of a burst of this urge to participate in these.""","Promoting adventure tourism in Sri Lanka could've prevented Yala reckless driving: state minister ""I am not taking their side, but what we saw in Yala was an example of a burst of this urge to participate in these.""",positive,0.993190467
"No fuel price revisions in November, says Sri Lanka energy minister",11/3/2022,Energy,"""Non placement of orders by dealers anticipating a price reduction has led to fuel stations drying up,"" Wijesekera said.","No fuel price revisions in November, says Sri Lanka energy minister ""Non placement of orders by dealers anticipating a price reduction has led to fuel stations drying up,"" Wijesekera said.",negative,-0.997580886
Sri Lanka president tells speaker that parliament slow in making far-reaching changes,11/3/2022,Politics,President Wickremesinghe said this in a letter written to the Speaker on Thursday November 03.,Sri Lanka president tells speaker that parliament slow in making far-reaching changes President Wickremesinghe said this in a letter written to the Speaker on Thursday November 03.,negative,-0.9991346
Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-day trade,11/3/2022,Markets,"Top losers were Sampath Bank, Expolanka and Richard Pieris ","Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-day trade Top losers were Sampath Bank, Expolanka and Richard Pieris ",negative,-0.999479353
Sri Lanka holding second meeting with bilateral creditors: Minister,11/3/2022,Economy, We scheduled another meeting to ensure that all matters will be clarified,Sri Lanka holding second meeting with bilateral creditors: Minister  We scheduled another meeting to ensure that all matters will be clarified,positive,0.571211398
Fed hikes rates 75 basis points to temper Powell bubble as Sri Lanka tea prices ease,11/3/2022,Economy,.,Fed hikes rates 75 basis points to temper Powell bubble as Sri Lanka tea prices ease .,negative,-0.971547663
Sri Lanka stocks down with thin trade; investors wait for 2023 budget cues,11/2/2022,Markets,Investors are concerned over the impact of local debt restructuring on risky assets - analysts ,Sri Lanka stocks down with thin trade; investors wait for 2023 budget cues Investors are concerned over the impact of local debt restructuring on risky assets - analysts ,negative,-0.999084115
Sri Lanka bond market dull after FinMin statement on local debt restructuring,11/2/2022,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka is still in the process of debt restructuring ,Sri Lanka bond market dull after FinMin statement on local debt restructuring Sri Lanka is still in the process of debt restructuring ,negative,-0.999458253
Sri Lanka spends record amount on maize imports after agrochemical ban,11/2/2022,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's agrochemical ban leads to more spending on maize imports ,Sri Lanka spends record amount on maize imports after agrochemical ban Sri Lanka's agrochemical ban leads to more spending on maize imports ,negative,-0.975074172
Sri Lanka sells Rs88bn in Treasury bills,11/2/2022,Bonds & Forex,The debt office offered 90 billion rupees of bills and sold 88.6 billion,Sri Lanka sells Rs88bn in Treasury bills The debt office offered 90 billion rupees of bills and sold 88.6 billion,negative,-0.931026161
Sri Lanka's IMF debt analysis includes domestic debt,11/2/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka's GFN is expected to peak at around 37 - pct of GDP though the economy is inflating rapidly,Sri Lanka's IMF debt analysis includes domestic debt Sri Lanka's GFN is expected to peak at around 37 - pct of GDP though the economy is inflating rapidly,negative,-0.982097566
Sri Lanka's Trinco Petroleum Terminal to invest up to US$70mn in tank farm,11/2/2022,Energy,Some tanks could also be used for ship bunkers,Sri Lanka's Trinco Petroleum Terminal to invest up to US$70mn in tank farm Some tanks could also be used for ship bunkers,negative,-0.997113943
Sri Lanka drops plan to sell Sri Lankan Airlines piecemeal,11/2/2022,Aviation,SOE agency to come up with sale plan,Sri Lanka drops plan to sell Sri Lankan Airlines piecemeal SOE agency to come up with sale plan,negative,-0.998091757
India urges quick use by Sri Lanka of religious and cultural grant,11/2/2022,Political News,Framework to make JCC available for regular use by the public,India urges quick use by Sri Lanka of religious and cultural grant Framework to make JCC available for regular use by the public,positive,0.528316081
Sri Lanka shares edge down in mid-day trade,11/2/2022,Markets,Market closed flat in the previous session ,Sri Lanka shares edge down in mid-day trade Market closed flat in the previous session ,negative,-0.999035478
Sri Lanka government in particular should not be in business: Minister,11/2/2022,Economy,"In Sri Lanka policies don’t just change when governments change, but also when the minister or the secretary changes","Sri Lanka government in particular should not be in business: Minister In Sri Lanka policies don’t just change when governments change, but also when the minister or the secretary changes",negative,-0.95759809
Sri Lanka's China-backed Hambantota Port enters bonded fertilizer business,11/2/2022,Logistics,A cement raw material warehouse also to come on stream,Sri Lanka's China-backed Hambantota Port enters bonded fertilizer business A cement raw material warehouse also to come on stream,positive,0.939316809
Sri Lanka's John Keells-Adani container terminal starts dredging,11/1/2022,Logistics,WCT was given after former Sri Lankan PM Mahinda Rajapaksa unilaterally cancelled ECT deal ,Sri Lanka's John Keells-Adani container terminal starts dredging WCT was given after former Sri Lankan PM Mahinda Rajapaksa unilaterally cancelled ECT deal ,negative,-0.996873558
Sri Lanka shares end steady in lackluster trade; budget policies awaited,11/1/2022,Markets,Expolanka gained sharply ,Sri Lanka shares end steady in lackluster trade; budget policies awaited Expolanka gained sharply ,negative,-0.993186355
"Sri Lanka allows milk powder import under ""Open Account"" amid central bank concerns",11/1/2022,Bonds & Forex,Hawala/Undiyal transactions amid Sri Lanka's forex shortage forced central bank to ban open accounts,"Sri Lanka allows milk powder import under ""Open Account"" amid central bank concerns Hawala/Undiyal transactions amid Sri Lanka's forex shortage forced central bank to ban open accounts",negative,-0.996469378
Sri Lanka bond activity weak,11/1/2022,Bonds & Forex,T-bills flat,Sri Lanka bond activity weak T-bills flat,negative,-0.999744356
Sri Lanka business chambers call to cancel Nov. 2 protest amid growing public anger,11/1/2022,Economic Crisis,"Chambers say protests may adversely impact economy, tourism","Sri Lanka business chambers call to cancel Nov. 2 protest amid growing public anger Chambers say protests may adversely impact economy, tourism",negative,-0.996959925
Battle between Sri Lanka's main opposition SJB and popular JVP-led alliance hots up,11/1/2022,Politics,Who will occupy Sri Lanka's vastly expanding post-Aragalaya opposition space?,Battle between Sri Lanka's main opposition SJB and popular JVP-led alliance hots up Who will occupy Sri Lanka's vastly expanding post-Aragalaya opposition space?,negative,-0.985987842
Sri Lanka shares move up in mid-day trade,11/1/2022,Uncategorized,Market slipped in the last two sessions ,Sri Lanka shares move up in mid-day trade Market slipped in the last two sessions ,negative,-0.998844385
"Over 11,000 refugees who fled to India during conflict return to Sri Lanka: minister",11/1/2022,Human Rights,"""It is our duty to make their future secure and successful,"" he said.","Over 11,000 refugees who fled to India during conflict return to Sri Lanka: minister ""It is our duty to make their future secure and successful,"" he said.",positive,0.998127162
Sri Lanka to sell SOEs to build reserves: President,11/1/2022,Economy, Having a vast state sector did not enable the economy to grow that fast,Sri Lanka to sell SOEs to build reserves: President  Having a vast state sector did not enable the economy to grow that fast,negative,-0.999626756
Sri Lanka plans to raise revenues to 13-pct of GDP in 2023: Minister,11/1/2022,Economy,Hopes to raise up to Rs900bn more compared to last year ,Sri Lanka plans to raise revenues to 13-pct of GDP in 2023: Minister Hopes to raise up to Rs900bn more compared to last year ,positive,0.634640694
"Sri Lanka President warns of delay in IMF deal amid China, India issues",11/1/2022,Economy,"However, I don't know whether we can do it","Sri Lanka President warns of delay in IMF deal amid China, India issues However, I don't know whether we can do it",negative,-0.998509109
Sri Lanka inflation eases to 66-pct in October 2022,11/1/2022,Economy,Non-food sub-index grew 0.7 percent to 215.1 percent,Sri Lanka inflation eases to 66-pct in October 2022 Non-food sub-index grew 0.7 percent to 215.1 percent,negative,-0.924443483
"Amid fears, PTSD, Sri Lanka protesters determined to continue anti-government struggle",10/31/2022,Corruption,"Another anti-government protest planned for October 2 by apolitical, political activists ","Amid fears, PTSD, Sri Lanka protesters determined to continue anti-government struggle Another anti-government protest planned for October 2 by apolitical, political activists ",negative,-0.988602877
Sri Lanka stocks fall on Expolanka's less-than-expected earnings; turnover at 3-month low,10/31/2022,Markets,Market is waiting for new tax reforms in the 2023 budget,Sri Lanka stocks fall on Expolanka's less-than-expected earnings; turnover at 3-month low Market is waiting for new tax reforms in the 2023 budget,negative,-0.999628305
Sri Lanka bond yields flat,10/31/2022,Bonds & Forex,Guidance peg flat,Sri Lanka bond yields flat Guidance peg flat,negative,-0.999357045
Sri Lanka to give cut-price loans to small and micro firms hit by crisis,10/31/2022,Banking,"For firms in agriculture, exports and and tourism","Sri Lanka to give cut-price loans to small and micro firms hit by crisis For firms in agriculture, exports and and tourism",negative,-0.964878142
"Sri Lanka opposition SJB demands elections, warns of protests against delay tactics",10/31/2022,Politics,"""Without [holding an election], we cannot overcome this crisis.""","Sri Lanka opposition SJB demands elections, warns of protests against delay tactics ""Without [holding an election], we cannot overcome this crisis.""",negative,-0.997608185
Sri Lanka speaker signs constitutional amendment into law,10/31/2022,Opinion,Aims to make the public service more independent,Sri Lanka speaker signs constitutional amendment into law Aims to make the public service more independent,negative,-0.953460455
Sri Lanka's stocks edge down in mid-day trade,10/31/2022,Markets,Market slipped for the second day straight ,Sri Lanka's stocks edge down in mid-day trade Market slipped for the second day straight ,negative,-0.999569952
Sri Lanka hikes company registration fees,10/31/2022,Economy,Effective October 2022,Sri Lanka hikes company registration fees Effective October 2022,negative,-0.979600966
Sri Lanka government approval rating up to 10-pct from 3-pct: survey,10/31/2022,Political News,Up from 3-pct in June,Sri Lanka government approval rating up to 10-pct from 3-pct: survey Up from 3-pct in June,negative,-0.973436892
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea prices fall for the third week,10/30/2022,Tea,Rupee average rose to as much as 1676.93 rupees a kilo in the first week of October.,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea prices fall for the third week Rupee average rose to as much as 1676.93 rupees a kilo in the first week of October.,negative,-0.994257689
Keith Bernard appointed Sri Lanka Ports Authority Chairman,10/30/2022,Business,Bernard has over 30 years of experience in chief executive and senior management positions in diverse sectors ,Keith Bernard appointed Sri Lanka Ports Authority Chairman Bernard has over 30 years of experience in chief executive and senior management positions in diverse sectors ,positive,0.996148705
Sri Lanka smaller exporters at higher risk from German human rights supply chain law,10/30/2022,Economy,Smaller exporters may find it more difficult to comply with human rights law,Sri Lanka smaller exporters at higher risk from German human rights supply chain law Smaller exporters may find it more difficult to comply with human rights law,negative,-0.999726355
Sri Lanka marine industries to get boost from new chamber,10/30/2022,Business,The island is yet to explore the potential for marine-related activities.,Sri Lanka marine industries to get boost from new chamber The island is yet to explore the potential for marine-related activities.,positive,0.914769888
Sri Lanka in marine cage acquaculture with Global Ceylon SeaFoods,10/30/2022,Economy,Deal signed at the newly set up Investor Facilitation Centre,Sri Lanka in marine cage acquaculture with Global Ceylon SeaFoods Deal signed at the newly set up Investor Facilitation Centre,negative,-0.618580818
Sri Lanka arrest 3 more locals over cryptocurrency fraud - police,10/29/2022,Crime,Sri Lanka has not approved cryptocurrencies yet,Sri Lanka arrest 3 more locals over cryptocurrency fraud - police Sri Lanka has not approved cryptocurrencies yet,negative,-0.996936083
Sri Lanka coconut prices gain for 5th week,10/29/2022,Agriculture,"Buyers offered 580,619 nuts at the auction, and sold 480,225.","Sri Lanka coconut prices gain for 5th week Buyers offered 580,619 nuts at the auction, and sold 480,225.",negative,-0.884782076
Sri Lanka stocks down from over 1-wk high amid budget uncertainties; turnover picks up,10/28/2022,Markets,Investors wait for direction from 2023 budget presented to parliament on Nov. 14 ,Sri Lanka stocks down from over 1-wk high amid budget uncertainties; turnover picks up Investors wait for direction from 2023 budget presented to parliament on Nov. 14 ,negative,-0.996046603
Sri Lanka T-bond yields up; T-bills unquoted ,10/28/2022,Bonds & Forex,Debt office only raised around 60% of its expected debt through bond auction on Friday,Sri Lanka T-bond yields up; T-bills unquoted  Debt office only raised around 60% of its expected debt through bond auction on Friday,negative,-0.985804975
Sri Lanka debt office raises less than expected funds via bond auction,10/28/2022,Uncategorized,Bidders demanded higher rate for July 2925 bonds,Sri Lanka debt office raises less than expected funds via bond auction Bidders demanded higher rate for July 2925 bonds,negative,-0.997499764
Sri Lanka’s IOC unit reports Rs12.3 bn in Sept 2022 profits,10/28/2022,Energy,"Fuel price hike, forex-shortage led long fuel queues help boost LIOC's profits ","Sri Lanka’s IOC unit reports Rs12.3 bn in Sept 2022 profits Fuel price hike, forex-shortage led long fuel queues help boost LIOC's profits ",negative,-0.571100235
Three more Sri Lankan athletes go missing in Europe amid currency crisis,10/28/2022,Politics,"""They had visas till October 25, 2022,"" the official said. ","Three more Sri Lankan athletes go missing in Europe amid currency crisis ""They had visas till October 25, 2022,"" the official said. ",negative,-0.9894526
Sri Lanka shares fell in mid-day trade,10/28/2022,Markets,"Top losers were Lanka IOC, Browns Investment and Sampath Bank ","Sri Lanka shares fell in mid-day trade Top losers were Lanka IOC, Browns Investment and Sampath Bank ",negative,-0.999572098
Sri Lanka stocks close at over 1-week high; foreigners buy,10/28/2022,Markets,Market has been on a bearish trend,Sri Lanka stocks close at over 1-week high; foreigners buy Market has been on a bearish trend,negative,-0.988925517
Sri Lanka T-bond yields up; T-bill rates edge down,10/27/2022,Bonds & Forex,Rupee guidance peg is unchanged,Sri Lanka T-bond yields up; T-bill rates edge down Rupee guidance peg is unchanged,negative,-0.994134963
Sri Lanka's CEB to charge additional 2.5 pct of social security contribution levy,10/27/2022,Economy,Opposition legislator Harsha de Silva has called the social security contribution levy a travesty.,Sri Lanka's CEB to charge additional 2.5 pct of social security contribution levy Opposition legislator Harsha de Silva has called the social security contribution levy a travesty.,negative,-0.99951911
Ensure integrity of nominations to Constitutional Council: Sri Lanka Bar Association,10/27/2022,Legal,"The BASL also called for an open, and inclusive process by which it nominates chairpersons and members of commissions.","Ensure integrity of nominations to Constitutional Council: Sri Lanka Bar Association The BASL also called for an open, and inclusive process by which it nominates chairpersons and members of commissions.",positive,0.998238087
Sri Lanka transport minister says public can force tuk-tuk fare drop,10/27/2022,Economy,"""The government should step in and set a rate, but instead they are making obnoxious statements.""","Sri Lanka transport minister says public can force tuk-tuk fare drop ""The government should step in and set a rate, but instead they are making obnoxious statements.""",negative,-0.998488784
Sri Lanka shares gain over 2-pct in mid-day trade,10/27/2022,Markets,Bargain hunting continues in the market ,Sri Lanka shares gain over 2-pct in mid-day trade Bargain hunting continues in the market ,positive,0.911300361
Sri Lanka renewable energy sector may go to court over unsettled CEB arrears,10/27/2022,Energy,The CEB had 10 months worth of arrears totaling 35.18 billion rupees dating back to October 2021.,Sri Lanka renewable energy sector may go to court over unsettled CEB arrears The CEB had 10 months worth of arrears totaling 35.18 billion rupees dating back to October 2021.,negative,-0.987300873
Sri Lanka mulls hi-tech circulator buses without conductor: Minister,10/27/2022,Economy,Quality of public buses is low - except on expressways - due to regulated pricing and a rigid licensing system.,Sri Lanka mulls hi-tech circulator buses without conductor: Minister Quality of public buses is low - except on expressways - due to regulated pricing and a rigid licensing system.,negative,-0.999413371
Sri Lanka stocks regain on mild bargain hunting; turnover slumps to 2-mo low,10/26/2022,Markets,The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) rose 1.02 percent,Sri Lanka stocks regain on mild bargain hunting; turnover slumps to 2-mo low The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) rose 1.02 percent,negative,-0.996455193
"Sri Lanka bond yields steady, bills up",10/26/2022,Bonds & Forex,Guidance peg up 8 cents,"Sri Lanka bond yields steady, bills up Guidance peg up 8 cents",positive,0.992942095
"Sri Lanka sells less than offered volume of bills, yields fixed",10/26/2022,Bonds & Forex,Only 69bn rupees out of 80 billion sold,"Sri Lanka sells less than offered volume of bills, yields fixed Only 69bn rupees out of 80 billion sold",negative,-0.998006284
Sri Lanka opposition leader proposes dollar-earning sectors be taxed less,10/26/2022,Economy,"""Do not increase taxes for IT, or for tourism,"" said Premadasa.","Sri Lanka opposition leader proposes dollar-earning sectors be taxed less ""Do not increase taxes for IT, or for tourism,"" said Premadasa.",negative,-0.982194066
"Sri Lanka to sign aviation pact with Netherlands to boost tourism, investment",10/26/2022,Aviation,"""With this agreement, Sri Lanka and the Netherlands will be able to start direct flights.""","Sri Lanka to sign aviation pact with Netherlands to boost tourism, investment ""With this agreement, Sri Lanka and the Netherlands will be able to start direct flights.""",positive,0.999293327
Sri Lanka President relaxes broken rice imports for animal feed,10/26/2022,Agriculture,"Under a gazette notice issued, up to 25,000 metric tonnes of broken rice would allowed to be imported.","Sri Lanka President relaxes broken rice imports for animal feed Under a gazette notice issued, up to 25,000 metric tonnes of broken rice would allowed to be imported.",negative,-0.994473159
Sri Lanka shares gain in mid-day trade,10/26/2022,Markets,ASPI fell for three straight session,Sri Lanka shares gain in mid-day trade ASPI fell for three straight session,negative,-0.995397151
Sri Lanka mandates fee ceilings for import containers,10/26/2022,Logistics,The fees may be revised every six months based on Sri Lanka's inflation index,Sri Lanka mandates fee ceilings for import containers The fees may be revised every six months based on Sri Lanka's inflation index,negative,-0.997101724
Sri Lanka president confident of strengthened ties with UK under new PM Rishi Sunak,10/25/2022,International Relations,"""I look forward to enhancing this partnership particularly through the 'Global Britain' policy.""","Sri Lanka president confident of strengthened ties with UK under new PM Rishi Sunak ""I look forward to enhancing this partnership particularly through the 'Global Britain' policy.""",positive,0.999808967
Sri Lanka opposition MP presents private bill to remove secrecy clause in asset declaration act,10/25/2022,Politics,The main opposition Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP said his bill seeks to achieve this through five aspects.,Sri Lanka opposition MP presents private bill to remove secrecy clause in asset declaration act The main opposition Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP said his bill seeks to achieve this through five aspects.,negative,-0.884607673
"Sri Lanka tuk-tuk drivers refuse to drop fares, demand 30-litre weekly quota",10/25/2022,Transport,"""For a week, we need 30 liters if we run an average of 100 kilometres a day.""","Sri Lanka tuk-tuk drivers refuse to drop fares, demand 30-litre weekly quota ""For a week, we need 30 liters if we run an average of 100 kilometres a day.""",negative,-0.995691001
Sri Lanka shares fall to 2-1/2-month low amid economic uncertainties; foreigners buy,10/25/2022,Markets,ASPI lowest close since Aug 09,Sri Lanka shares fall to 2-1/2-month low amid economic uncertainties; foreigners buy ASPI lowest close since Aug 09,negative,-0.999477923
"Sri Lanka bond yields marginally down, guidance peg unchanged",10/25/2022,Bonds & Forex,Bills were not actively quoted,"Sri Lanka bond yields marginally down, guidance peg unchanged Bills were not actively quoted",negative,-0.999097466
Sri Lanka facing shortage of 150 essential drugs; govt looking to boost local production,10/25/2022,Economy,The health ministry has informed state hospitals to prioritise emergency cases.,Sri Lanka facing shortage of 150 essential drugs; govt looking to boost local production The health ministry has informed state hospitals to prioritise emergency cases.,negative,-0.960040033
Sri Lanka Wildlife Department promises action against national park regulation violators,10/25/2022,Environment,"""There is a certain way in which we expect the visitors to [national parks] to behave.""","Sri Lanka Wildlife Department promises action against national park regulation violators ""There is a certain way in which we expect the visitors to [national parks] to behave.""",negative,-0.970283031
Sri Lanka exports grow 11-pct up to September 2022,10/25/2022,Business,"In the nine months to September, exports were up 11.83 percent to 10 billion US dollars.","Sri Lanka exports grow 11-pct up to September 2022 In the nine months to September, exports were up 11.83 percent to 10 billion US dollars.",positive,0.968976378
Global WhatsApp outage leaves users unable to communicate via instant message,10/25/2022,ICT,"According to reports, the issue was first notified at around 12:40pm in India.","Global WhatsApp outage leaves users unable to communicate via instant message According to reports, the issue was first notified at around 12:40pm in India.",negative,-0.997715831
Sri Lanka to witness partial solar eclipse at sundown Oct 25,10/25/2022,Sci-Tech,"For Colombo, it will be a sliver of an eclipse, covering only 1.6 percent of the disk, and visible from 5.43 to 5.49pm.","Sri Lanka to witness partial solar eclipse at sundown Oct 25 For Colombo, it will be a sliver of an eclipse, covering only 1.6 percent of the disk, and visible from 5.43 to 5.49pm.",negative,-0.979833364
Dual citizens in Sri Lanka's parliament can stay on unless challenged in court: justice minister,10/25/2022,Politics,"""We saw the entire country collapsing because of one person. So the people feel this needs to be corrected.""","Dual citizens in Sri Lanka's parliament can stay on unless challenged in court: justice minister ""We saw the entire country collapsing because of one person. So the people feel this needs to be corrected.""",negative,-0.999536395
Sri Lanka shares fall over 1.5% in mid-day trade,10/25/2022,Markets,"Top losers were Ceylon Tobacco Company, LOLC and Sampath Bank","Sri Lanka shares fall over 1.5% in mid-day trade Top losers were Ceylon Tobacco Company, LOLC and Sampath Bank",negative,-0.99902463
Sri Lanka state finances would improve with domestic domestic restructure: think tank,10/25/2022,Economy,Extending maturity of domestic debt by 10 years would reduce debt to GDP ratio faster,Sri Lanka state finances would improve with domestic domestic restructure: think tank Extending maturity of domestic debt by 10 years would reduce debt to GDP ratio faster,negative,-0.794418335
Sri Lanka opposition MP says dual citizens in parliament should resign with dignity intact,10/24/2022,Politics,"""I think everyone who holds dual citizenship should resign now with their dignity intact.""","Sri Lanka opposition MP says dual citizens in parliament should resign with dignity intact ""I think everyone who holds dual citizenship should resign now with their dignity intact.""",positive,0.654924452
"Rishi Sunak named Tory leader, to be appointed UK's first ever non-white prime minister",10/24/2022,World,Sunak is of Indian heritage and is a practising Hindu and will be the UK's first ever non-Christian prime minister.,"Rishi Sunak named Tory leader, to be appointed UK's first ever non-white prime minister Sunak is of Indian heritage and is a practising Hindu and will be the UK's first ever non-Christian prime minister.",positive,0.998635113
Sri Lanka president approves proposal to increase tuktuk petrol quota to 10 litres,10/24/2022,Economy,"The first phase will commence in the Western province, the PMD said.","Sri Lanka president approves proposal to increase tuktuk petrol quota to 10 litres The first phase will commence in the Western province, the PMD said.",positive,0.99050343
Sri Lanka's state-run Litro Gas to settle World Bank loan by December,10/24/2022,Energy,"""World Bank lent 70 million USD to solve our LPG problem. Now we are returning that money to Treasury in rupees.""","Sri Lanka's state-run Litro Gas to settle World Bank loan by December ""World Bank lent 70 million USD to solve our LPG problem. Now we are returning that money to Treasury in rupees.""",negative,-0.995013177
Kosala Gamage elected to Sri Lanka's stock exchange board,10/24/2022,Stocks & Companies,He has over 27 years of experience in handling local and foreign stock investments ,Kosala Gamage elected to Sri Lanka's stock exchange board He has over 27 years of experience in handling local and foreign stock investments ,positive,0.99552995
"Sri Lanka manufacturing activtiy contract in September, services slow: PMI",10/24/2022,Business,the overall expectations for manufacturing activities in the next 3-months are very low due to demand-side impacts,"Sri Lanka manufacturing activtiy contract in September, services slow: PMI the overall expectations for manufacturing activities in the next 3-months are very low due to demand-side impacts",negative,-0.999602735
"Sri Lanka to increase betting, gaming taxes; casino tax up 150 percent",10/24/2022,Fiscal,"The 10-percent turnover tax will be increased to 15 percent, the ministry said.","Sri Lanka to increase betting, gaming taxes; casino tax up 150 percent The 10-percent turnover tax will be increased to 15 percent, the ministry said.",negative,-0.799573362
"Sri Lanka petro firms should be regulated by PUCSL, not committee under minister: MPs",10/24/2022,Energy,"""There will be no independent regulation if the sector is overseen by a committee under the Minister.""","Sri Lanka petro firms should be regulated by PUCSL, not committee under minister: MPs ""There will be no independent regulation if the sector is overseen by a committee under the Minister.""",negative,-0.997292936
Sri Lanka's tragedy and the lost wisdom of D S Senanayake on money printing,10/24/2022,Bellwether,That BOP deficits and reserve losses are caused by money printing is now hidden and victims are blamed,Sri Lanka's tragedy and the lost wisdom of D S Senanayake on money printing That BOP deficits and reserve losses are caused by money printing is now hidden and victims are blamed,negative,-0.99873203
Sri Lanka to open new universities to improve higher education,10/23/2022,Education,Local universities take a longer time to pass out graduates  ,Sri Lanka to open new universities to improve higher education Local universities take a longer time to pass out graduates  ,negative,-0.989466846
Sri Lanka chamber session to explore SOE reform,10/23/2022,Business,The session on SOE reform will be on December 06.,Sri Lanka chamber session to explore SOE reform The session on SOE reform will be on December 06.,positive,0.986788034
Sri Lanka records the lowest tea production in 26-years,10/23/2022,Tea,The cost of production of tea growers has steeply risen by 30-35 percent so far this year,Sri Lanka records the lowest tea production in 26-years The cost of production of tea growers has steeply risen by 30-35 percent so far this year,negative,-0.997475922
Sri Lanka gets 6000MW of renewable energy proposals as competitive bidding ends,10/23/2022,Energy,"About 1500MW could be added over 2 years, ","Sri Lanka gets 6000MW of renewable energy proposals as competitive bidding ends About 1500MW could be added over 2 years, ",positive,0.941675365
Sri Lanka to probe extra large alcohol retail networks,10/23/2022,Economy,Calls for report on retail network,Sri Lanka to probe extra large alcohol retail networks Calls for report on retail network,negative,-0.95508641
Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank to plans to sell up Rs10bn in Tier II debt,10/22/2022,Markets,Rs5bn initial tranche to be followed by Rs2 and Rs3bn tranches if oversubscribed,Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank to plans to sell up Rs10bn in Tier II debt Rs5bn initial tranche to be followed by Rs2 and Rs3bn tranches if oversubscribed,negative,-0.994448423
Sri Lanka's Softlogic to raise Rs850mn from cash call,10/22/2022,Economy,Shareholders would be given a rights issue of 100 shares for every existing 423 shares.,Sri Lanka's Softlogic to raise Rs850mn from cash call Shareholders would be given a rights issue of 100 shares for every existing 423 shares.,negative,-0.987476289
"Sri Lanka to end import bans on cosmetics, motor spares: Minister",10/22/2022,Economy,Following appeals bans on 708 items had been lifted,"Sri Lanka to end import bans on cosmetics, motor spares: Minister Following appeals bans on 708 items had been lifted",negative,-0.968915522
Sri Lanka coconut action price up for fourth week,10/22/2022,Agriculture,"Buyers offered 687,621 nuts at the auction, and sold 639,610.","Sri Lanka coconut action price up for fourth week Buyers offered 687,621 nuts at the auction, and sold 639,610.",negative,-0.958084762
Sri Lanka to allow airlines to import own fuel amid currency crisis,10/22/2022,Energy,We will give our storage facilities and pipelines for a fee.,Sri Lanka to allow airlines to import own fuel amid currency crisis We will give our storage facilities and pipelines for a fee.,negative,-0.990973115
Sri Lanka's BOP deficit creating ability wanes,10/21/2022,Economy,"After running out of reserves, Sri Lanka intervened and sterilized to mis-target rates with borrowed dollars","Sri Lanka's BOP deficit creating ability wanes After running out of reserves, Sri Lanka intervened and sterilized to mis-target rates with borrowed dollars",negative,-0.999167562
Sri Lanka passes 21st amendment to constitution with 179 votes,10/21/2022,Political News,.,Sri Lanka passes 21st amendment to constitution with 179 votes .,positive,0.991646826
Sri Lanka bond yields mostly flat,10/21/2022,Bonds & Forex,Dollar telegraphic transfer rates around 371 to the US dolar,Sri Lanka bond yields mostly flat Dollar telegraphic transfer rates around 371 to the US dolar,negative,-0.995068789
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 1 hour 20 mins for October 22,10/21/2022,Energy,Weekend power cuts reduced with rain,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 1 hour 20 mins for October 22 Weekend power cuts reduced with rain,negative,-0.992613196
"Sri Lanka stocks down 0.5-pct as punters mull taxes, future profits",10/21/2022,Markets,The index has lost 12.5 percent so far this nonth and 28.9 percent year-to-date ,"Sri Lanka stocks down 0.5-pct as punters mull taxes, future profits The index has lost 12.5 percent so far this nonth and 28.9 percent year-to-date ",negative,-0.999698162
Sri Lanka national inflation hits 73.8-pct in September,10/21/2022,Economy,Food prices up 85-pct over year,Sri Lanka national inflation hits 73.8-pct in September Food prices up 85-pct over year,negative,-0.973323286
Sri Lanka to pay Rs10mn to family of legislator murdered during protests,10/21/2022,Political News,Usual compensation for a state official is Rs5mn,Sri Lanka to pay Rs10mn to family of legislator murdered during protests Usual compensation for a state official is Rs5mn,negative,-0.987781882
Sri Lanka needs quick bilateral creditor consent if IMF money is to come this year: Minister,10/21/2022,Economy,IMF asks Sri Lanka to complete prior actions early,Sri Lanka needs quick bilateral creditor consent if IMF money is to come this year: Minister IMF asks Sri Lanka to complete prior actions early,negative,-0.993953407
Sri Lanka to probe alcohol producers running their own retail outlets,10/21/2022,Business, Commissioner General of Excise for a report about alcohol producers running their own retail outlets,Sri Lanka to probe alcohol producers running their own retail outlets  Commissioner General of Excise for a report about alcohol producers running their own retail outlets,negative,-0.986566484
Coca Cola Sri Lanka returns to re-usable glass bottles in currency crisis,10/21/2022,Business,There is shrinkage in consumer spending and people are making choices,Coca Cola Sri Lanka returns to re-usable glass bottles in currency crisis There is shrinkage in consumer spending and people are making choices,negative,-0.98952651
Sri Lanka govt security yields edge up amid sluggish trade; tax talks weigh,10/20/2022,Bonds & Forex,Tax hikes are likely to reduce market interest rates - analysts,Sri Lanka govt security yields edge up amid sluggish trade; tax talks weigh Tax hikes are likely to reduce market interest rates - analysts,negative,-0.975260079
"Sri Lanka stock index, turnover down to 7-week low on tax concerns",10/20/2022,Markets,Investors are waiting for directions from budget policies - analysts,"Sri Lanka stock index, turnover down to 7-week low on tax concerns Investors are waiting for directions from budget policies - analysts",negative,-0.993387699
UK Prime Minister Liz Truss announces resignation,10/20/2022,World,"Upon her succession, the UK will have its third prime minister of the year.","UK Prime Minister Liz Truss announces resignation Upon her succession, the UK will have its third prime minister of the year.",negative,-0.861353159
Sri Lanka Freedom Party to vote for 22nd amendment to constitution,10/20/2022,Politics,The SLFP is represented by 14 legislators who sit in the opposition.,Sri Lanka Freedom Party to vote for 22nd amendment to constitution The SLFP is represented by 14 legislators who sit in the opposition.,positive,0.98118329
"Private bus owners in Sri Lanka threatens nationwide strike on Oct 25, demand moratorium",10/20/2022,Transport,"""We urge the government and the leasing companies to grant us a moratorium until next March.""","Private bus owners in Sri Lanka threatens nationwide strike on Oct 25, demand moratorium ""We urge the government and the leasing companies to grant us a moratorium until next March.""",negative,-0.991821349
Sri Lanka main opposition SJB to conditionally support 22nd amendment to constitution,10/20/2022,Politics,"The SJB also retains the right to present an amendment aimed at curbing presidential powers, said Premadasa.","Sri Lanka main opposition SJB to conditionally support 22nd amendment to constitution The SJB also retains the right to present an amendment aimed at curbing presidential powers, said Premadasa.",positive,0.949439466
Sri Lanka shares fall in mid-day trade,10/20/2022,Markets,Since the month started ASPI has slipped 10.4%,Sri Lanka shares fall in mid-day trade Since the month started ASPI has slipped 10.4%,negative,-0.99948895
Sri Lanka Supreme Court determines rehabilitation bureau bill inconsistent with constitution,10/20/2022,Human Rights,"""All persons are equal before the law and are entitled to the equal protection of the law.""","Sri Lanka Supreme Court determines rehabilitation bureau bill inconsistent with constitution ""All persons are equal before the law and are entitled to the equal protection of the law.""",positive,0.99062109
"Sri Lanka likely to go ahead with new income tax regime, but president ""ready to discuss""",10/19/2022,Economy,"""The government is ready to discuss this further,"" he said.","Sri Lanka likely to go ahead with new income tax regime, but president ""ready to discuss"" ""The government is ready to discuss this further,"" he said.",positive,0.99246794
Sri Lanka govt security yields slightly down in full trade: investors wait,10/19/2022,Economy,"The bond maturing on 01.07.2025 closed at 31.75/32.00 percent, down from the previous close of 32.00/25 percent.","Sri Lanka govt security yields slightly down in full trade: investors wait The bond maturing on 01.07.2025 closed at 31.75/32.00 percent, down from the previous close of 32.00/25 percent.",negative,-0.998895764
Sri Lanka debt office raises 21 pct of required debt via T-bills,10/19/2022,Economy,Yields across tenures steady at auction ,Sri Lanka debt office raises 21 pct of required debt via T-bills Yields across tenures steady at auction ,positive,0.96719712
"Sri Lankans migrate, work over time, eat less to beat inflation",10/19/2022,Economy,Leaving his family and relatives was the hardest decision for Suren. But he had no other option.,"Sri Lankans migrate, work over time, eat less to beat inflation Leaving his family and relatives was the hardest decision for Suren. But he had no other option.",negative,-0.988775373
Sri Lanka stocks bucks falling trend on bargain hunting,10/19/2022,Markets,Tax hike proposal has dragged the bourse,Sri Lanka stocks bucks falling trend on bargain hunting Tax hike proposal has dragged the bourse,negative,-0.997594893
Sri Lanka owes US$751mn to oil suppliers: Minister,10/19/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation has a habit of getting oil on credit and paying later,Sri Lanka owes US$751mn to oil suppliers: Minister Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation has a habit of getting oil on credit and paying later,negative,-0.992336214
Relocate female prison wards to separate premises: Sri Lanka opposition MP,10/19/2022,Human Rights,"""Though a female ward exists, it should be relocated to some other region. This would be good for everybody.""","Relocate female prison wards to separate premises: Sri Lanka opposition MP ""Though a female ward exists, it should be relocated to some other region. This would be good for everybody.""",negative,-0.998049498
Sri Lanka shares gain in mid-day trade,10/19/2022,Markets,Market rose after slipping for third sessions ,Sri Lanka shares gain in mid-day trade Market rose after slipping for third sessions ,negative,-0.98384285
"Sri Lanka firms could be hit from import ban, rising costs, rates: Fitch",10/19/2022,Economy,About half the firms rated by Fitch could see credit pressure,"Sri Lanka firms could be hit from import ban, rising costs, rates: Fitch About half the firms rated by Fitch could see credit pressure",negative,-0.998402774
Sri Lanka girls at risk of early marriage as currency collapse makes people poorer,10/19/2022,Economy, 51-pct of the households says there is an increased risk for girls to get married before they turned 18.,Sri Lanka girls at risk of early marriage as currency collapse makes people poorer  51-pct of the households says there is an increased risk for girls to get married before they turned 18.,negative,-0.993996024
"Sri Lanka's CPC in profits from July 2022, forex loans drive Rs600bn loss",10/19/2022,Economy,The losses up to June exceeds Rs600bn,"Sri Lanka's CPC in profits from July 2022, forex loans drive Rs600bn loss The losses up to June exceeds Rs600bn",negative,-0.99213326
Sri Lanka Cabinet Spokesman backs rehabilitation law to protect fundamental rights,10/18/2022,Defence,Bureau of Rehabilitation Bill strongly criticized by rights groups  ,Sri Lanka Cabinet Spokesman backs rehabilitation law to protect fundamental rights Bureau of Rehabilitation Bill strongly criticized by rights groups  ,negative,-0.994089842
Sri Lanka T-bond yields edge up in moderate trade; rupee steady,10/18/2022,Bonds & Forex,"T-bills not quoted, rupee steady after falling for the first time in a month on Monday","Sri Lanka T-bond yields edge up in moderate trade; rupee steady T-bills not quoted, rupee steady after falling for the first time in a month on Monday",positive,0.976233304
Sri Lanka shares fall for 3rd session in thin trade; tax hikes weigh,10/18/2022,Markets,Uncertainty arises after government revealed tax hike proposals ,Sri Lanka shares fall for 3rd session in thin trade; tax hikes weigh Uncertainty arises after government revealed tax hike proposals ,negative,-0.998091161
Sri Lanka parliament nod to liberalize petroleum sector amid protests ,10/18/2022,Energy,The move could allow investors to enter into petroleum products,Sri Lanka parliament nod to liberalize petroleum sector amid protests  The move could allow investors to enter into petroleum products,negative,-0.990536153
Sharmini Coorey made director of Lanka's Dialog Axiata,10/18/2022,Markets,Coorey will be a non-executive director,Sharmini Coorey made director of Lanka's Dialog Axiata Coorey will be a non-executive director,positive,0.99284333
Sri Lanka to adopt people's council (jana sabha) system as national policy,10/18/2022,Politics,The cabinet also approved a proposal to establish a National People's Council Secretariat.,Sri Lanka to adopt people's council (jana sabha) system as national policy The cabinet also approved a proposal to establish a National People's Council Secretariat.,positive,0.983221173
Sri Lanka to appoint cabinet subcommittee on reconciliation chaired by president,10/18/2022,Human Rights,The announcement came in the wake of the latest UNHRC resolution on Sri Lanka that was passed with 20 votes.,Sri Lanka to appoint cabinet subcommittee on reconciliation chaired by president The announcement came in the wake of the latest UNHRC resolution on Sri Lanka that was passed with 20 votes.,positive,0.961904764
Sri Lanka's state-run CEB anticipates 152bn loss over next four months: energy minister,10/18/2022,Energy,"In the first eight months of 2022, the CEB incurred a loss of 108.6 billion rupees. ","Sri Lanka's state-run CEB anticipates 152bn loss over next four months: energy minister In the first eight months of 2022, the CEB incurred a loss of 108.6 billion rupees. ",negative,-0.999127924
Sri Lanka petroleum reforms not aimed at worker layoff: energy minister,10/18/2022,Economy,"""But the recruitment process must change.""","Sri Lanka petroleum reforms not aimed at worker layoff: energy minister ""But the recruitment process must change.""",negative,-0.984012365
Sri Lanka shares fall over 1-pct in mid-day trade,10/18/2022,Markets,Market down for the third-session straight ,Sri Lanka shares fall over 1-pct in mid-day trade Market down for the third-session straight ,negative,-0.999434173
Sri Lanka looking to increase petrol quota for tuktuks: energy minister,10/18/2022,Energy,"""We have given permission to provincial offices to identify [commercial] threewheeler taxis in their respective area.""","Sri Lanka looking to increase petrol quota for tuktuks: energy minister ""We have given permission to provincial offices to identify [commercial] threewheeler taxis in their respective area.""",negative,-0.989789307
"Sri Lanka budget 2023 makes top allocations for defence, pensions, debt service",10/18/2022,Economy,Finance Ministry gets Rs613bn including debt service,"Sri Lanka budget 2023 makes top allocations for defence, pensions, debt service Finance Ministry gets Rs613bn including debt service",positive,0.976672947
Shehan Karunatilaka bags 2022 Booker Prize in big win for Sri Lankan literature,10/18/2022,Arts and Culture,"The book has been recognised for the “ambition of its scope, and the hilarious audacity of its narrative techniques”...","Shehan Karunatilaka bags 2022 Booker Prize in big win for Sri Lankan literature The book has been recognised for the “ambition of its scope, and the hilarious audacity of its narrative techniques”...",positive,0.999781668
"Sri Lanka households drop meat from diet, slash drug doses as poverty worsens: survey",10/18/2022,Economy,They said they have also reduced the dosage of intakes of medicines per day ,"Sri Lanka households drop meat from diet, slash drug doses as poverty worsens: survey They said they have also reduced the dosage of intakes of medicines per day ",negative,-0.998488426
Sri Lanka stocks down amid tax concerns; turnover slumps to near 7-week low,10/17/2022,Markets,Tax hike proposals have dragged the index,Sri Lanka stocks down amid tax concerns; turnover slumps to near 7-week low Tax hike proposals have dragged the index,negative,-0.999622226
Sri Lanka Central Bank's rupee guidance peg down after one month,10/17/2022,Bonds & Forex,Rupee fell for the first time since September 16. ,Sri Lanka Central Bank's rupee guidance peg down after one month Rupee fell for the first time since September 16. ,negative,-0.999492407
Sri Lanka to hold discussions on best tax policy: Justice Minister,10/17/2022,Fiscal,"“Three of my four personal tax files were closed as I didn’t qualify for taxation [in 2019].""","Sri Lanka to hold discussions on best tax policy: Justice Minister “Three of my four personal tax files were closed as I didn’t qualify for taxation [in 2019].""",negative,-0.996316552
Sri Lanka gambles on tax hikes; downside risks seen,10/17/2022,Economic Crisis,"Tax hikes proposed when people across the country are suffering of lower disposable income, higher cost of living","Sri Lanka gambles on tax hikes; downside risks seen Tax hikes proposed when people across the country are suffering of lower disposable income, higher cost of living",negative,-0.98941046
Sri Lanka ruling party majority with 22nd amendment: justice minister,10/17/2022,Politics,"“We need only 150 votes. I hope that we will be able to reach that number,” he said.","Sri Lanka ruling party majority with 22nd amendment: justice minister “We need only 150 votes. I hope that we will be able to reach that number,” he said.",positive,0.938213885
Sri Lanka schedules 2 hour 20 mins power cuts from Oct 18-21,10/17/2022,Power,Group A-W will have 1 hour and 20 minutes power cut during the night.,Sri Lanka schedules 2 hour 20 mins power cuts from Oct 18-21 Group A-W will have 1 hour and 20 minutes power cut during the night.,negative,-0.937882006
"SriLankan likely to see pilot shortage in 2023 amid economic crisis, tax hikes - sources",10/17/2022,Aviation,"SriLankan pilots are applying for Qatar Airways, Emirates vacancies after tax hike proposal - sources ","SriLankan likely to see pilot shortage in 2023 amid economic crisis, tax hikes - sources SriLankan pilots are applying for Qatar Airways, Emirates vacancies after tax hike proposal - sources ",negative,-0.982284129
Sri Lanka revises fuel prices again; Petrol 92 down by 40 rupees,10/17/2022,Economy,Auto Diesel is reduced by 15 rupees per and the new price is 415 per liter.,Sri Lanka revises fuel prices again; Petrol 92 down by 40 rupees Auto Diesel is reduced by 15 rupees per and the new price is 415 per liter.,negative,-0.99431926
Sri Lanka shares fall in mid-day trade; liquid index down 1-pct,10/17/2022,Markets,"Top losers were Lanka IOC, LOLC Holdings and Expolanka","Sri Lanka shares fall in mid-day trade; liquid index down 1-pct Top losers were Lanka IOC, LOLC Holdings and Expolanka",negative,-0.99878031
"Sri Lanka lines up funds for drugs, but facing procurement delays: Minister",10/17/2022,Economy,The only thing is procurement procedures are tedious,"Sri Lanka lines up funds for drugs, but facing procurement delays: Minister The only thing is procurement procedures are tedious",negative,-0.999013066
"Sri Lanka has more debt discussions with China, India: President",10/17/2022,Economy,Hopeful of sucess,"Sri Lanka has more debt discussions with China, India: President Hopeful of sucess",negative,-0.875766635
Sri Lanka to act against travellers wearing too many gold jewelry,10/17/2022,Economy,Several identified,Sri Lanka to act against travellers wearing too many gold jewelry Several identified,negative,-0.993337512
"Sri Lanka invites Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, to enter the energy sector",10/16/2022,Energy,90% of oil distribution on the island is controlled by state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation,"Sri Lanka invites Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, to enter the energy sector 90% of oil distribution on the island is controlled by state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation",positive,0.782870889
"Sri Lanka tea exports down 8–pct in Sept, prices up",10/16/2022,Tea,In the nine months of 2022 Sri Lanka exports fell 9 percent to 192.60 million kilograms.,"Sri Lanka tea exports down 8–pct in Sept, prices up In the nine months of 2022 Sri Lanka exports fell 9 percent to 192.60 million kilograms.",negative,-0.999078155
Sri Lanka's bakers call for price controls on wheat flour after hurting egg farmers,10/16/2022,Economy,There are no price controls on bread,Sri Lanka's bakers call for price controls on wheat flour after hurting egg farmers There are no price controls on bread,negative,-0.993808687
Sri Lanka see more foreign interest in rupee bonds,10/16/2022,Economy,The bonds were bought despite a threat of a second hair cut or restructuring of rupee bonds,Sri Lanka see more foreign interest in rupee bonds The bonds were bought despite a threat of a second hair cut or restructuring of rupee bonds,negative,-0.996597707
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka looks for foster parents to face malnutrition among children,10/15/2022,Economic Crisis,Malnutrition has increased rapidly in Sri Lanka due to unprecedented economic crisis ,Crisis-hit Sri Lanka looks for foster parents to face malnutrition among children Malnutrition has increased rapidly in Sri Lanka due to unprecedented economic crisis ,negative,-0.691670179
"Sri Lanka uses 100 mln USD Indian credit for solar panels in govt institutions, religious places",10/15/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka raised electricity tariff to record high to reduce losses ,"Sri Lanka uses 100 mln USD Indian credit for solar panels in govt institutions, religious places Sri Lanka raised electricity tariff to record high to reduce losses ",negative,-0.979459941
Sri Lanka coconut price edges up despite excess supply ,10/15/2022,Agriculture,The slight price increase comes amid heavy rains this week,Sri Lanka coconut price edges up despite excess supply  The slight price increase comes amid heavy rains this week,negative,-0.979642391
Sri Lanka's school dropouts rising after economic crisis-survey ,10/15/2022,Economic Crisis,Children in Sri Lanka forced to leave school due to economic crisis  ,Sri Lanka's school dropouts rising after economic crisis-survey  Children in Sri Lanka forced to leave school due to economic crisis  ,negative,-0.986747384
IMF working with other lenders on Sri Lanka financing,10/15/2022,Economy,"Working very closely with the World Bank, the Asian Development Bank, the Asian Investment Bank","IMF working with other lenders on Sri Lanka financing Working very closely with the World Bank, the Asian Development Bank, the Asian Investment Bank",positive,0.975670934
Sri Lanka still in talks to prevent external probe on alleged human right abuses: minister,10/14/2022,Human Rights,"""They have not officially communicated that, but there are some indications of their willingness,” he said.","Sri Lanka still in talks to prevent external probe on alleged human right abuses: minister ""They have not officially communicated that, but there are some indications of their willingness,” he said.",positive,0.895493865
Sri Lanka bourse down from 1-wk high; investors await for direction from appropriation bill,10/14/2022,Markets,Government will present the appropriation bill to the parliament on October 18,Sri Lanka bourse down from 1-wk high; investors await for direction from appropriation bill Government will present the appropriation bill to the parliament on October 18,positive,0.513498127
Sri Lanka T-bond yield steady in dull trade; investors await for directions,10/14/2022,Bonds & Forex,Investors have been eying mostly on short term T-bill buying amid debt restructuring threats,Sri Lanka T-bond yield steady in dull trade; investors await for directions Investors have been eying mostly on short term T-bill buying amid debt restructuring threats,negative,-0.999040306
Sri Lanka to reduce power cut duration during weekend on increased hydropower generation ,10/14/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka has been maintaining daily power cuts since March this year,Sri Lanka to reduce power cut duration during weekend on increased hydropower generation  Sri Lanka has been maintaining daily power cuts since March this year,negative,-0.846221089
"Sri Lanka sees new sex workers after currency collapse, rise in STI, HIV detections",10/14/2022,Economy,Younger persons turning to commercial sex with unsafe practices,"Sri Lanka sees new sex workers after currency collapse, rise in STI, HIV detections Younger persons turning to commercial sex with unsafe practices",negative,-0.929797113
Sri Lanka shares edge down in mid-morning trade,10/14/2022,Markets,Market gained in the previous two sessions on bargain hunters,Sri Lanka shares edge down in mid-morning trade Market gained in the previous two sessions on bargain hunters,negative,-0.996365666
Sri Lanka's Rs.2 bln worth respiratory drugs expired due to Covid-19 - Health Minister     ,10/14/2022,Health,Respiratory diseases brought down to zero and drugs for such diseases were not used - minister,Sri Lanka's Rs.2 bln worth respiratory drugs expired due to Covid-19 - Health Minister      Respiratory diseases brought down to zero and drugs for such diseases were not used - minister,negative,-0.998612761
"South Asia, Sri Lanka currency crises; only 2-pct know monetary cause: World Bank survey",10/14/2022,Economy,Survey reveals deep-rooted Mercantilism and total lack of classical economics,"South Asia, Sri Lanka currency crises; only 2-pct know monetary cause: World Bank survey Survey reveals deep-rooted Mercantilism and total lack of classical economics",negative,-0.998275399
Sri Lanka to donate 6 million Pfizer vaccines to Myanmar after failed 2nd booster,10/14/2022,Health,More than 50% of the 18 million Pfizer vaccines are still unused with expiry date is extended until Dec. 31 ,Sri Lanka to donate 6 million Pfizer vaccines to Myanmar after failed 2nd booster More than 50% of the 18 million Pfizer vaccines are still unused with expiry date is extended until Dec. 31 ,negative,-0.99519819
"INTERVIEW-Crisis-hit Sri Lanka explores ""paying wards"" to manage free health services",10/13/2022,Health,Sri Lanka's economic crisis has forced the government to cut costs drastically,"INTERVIEW-Crisis-hit Sri Lanka explores ""paying wards"" to manage free health services Sri Lanka's economic crisis has forced the government to cut costs drastically",negative,-0.908447504
Sri Lanka T-bond yields up in active trade; investors await clarity on tax hike impacts,10/13/2022,Bonds & Forex,Investors have been mainly buying short term govt securities amid haircut fears,Sri Lanka T-bond yields up in active trade; investors await clarity on tax hike impacts Investors have been mainly buying short term govt securities amid haircut fears,negative,-0.963201106
Sri Lanka stocks post best gain in two months on bargain hunting,10/13/2022,Markets,"Analysts, however, have predicted the market to see volatility once the proposed tax hikes are passed.","Sri Lanka stocks post best gain in two months on bargain hunting Analysts, however, have predicted the market to see volatility once the proposed tax hikes are passed.",negative,-0.99398005
Sri Lanka's tax hike likely to discourage small time investors into stocks - analysts ,10/13/2022,Economic Crisis,Proposed tax hikes will take Sri Lanka's tax structure similar to 2019,Sri Lanka's tax hike likely to discourage small time investors into stocks - analysts  Proposed tax hikes will take Sri Lanka's tax structure similar to 2019,negative,-0.991414964
"Sri Lanka sells Rs24.2bn in bonds, 2029 bond on tap at 30.85-pct",10/13/2022,Bonds & Forex,The cut off for 2029 was estimated at 32 percent.,"Sri Lanka sells Rs24.2bn in bonds, 2029 bond on tap at 30.85-pct The cut off for 2029 was estimated at 32 percent.",negative,-0.964107215
Sri Lanka currency collapse driving more patients to state hospitals: Minister,10/13/2022,General Economy, Unless you are really rich you cannot afford private hospitals anymore,Sri Lanka currency collapse driving more patients to state hospitals: Minister  Unless you are really rich you cannot afford private hospitals anymore,negative,-0.999566019
Sri Lanka shares gain over 3-pct in mid-day trade,10/13/2022,Markets,The market has continued to climb from the previous day that saw bargain hunters return ,Sri Lanka shares gain over 3-pct in mid-day trade The market has continued to climb from the previous day that saw bargain hunters return ,negative,-0.671312511
Sri Lanka to release 950 containers held at port,10/13/2022,Logistics,The clearing of the containers will reduce congestion in the container yards at Colombo Port.,Sri Lanka to release 950 containers held at port The clearing of the containers will reduce congestion in the container yards at Colombo Port.,negative,-0.992891192
Sri Lanka stocks recover on bargain hunting on fallen shares in thin trade  ,10/12/2022,Markets,Stock market gained for the first time in four days ,Sri Lanka stocks recover on bargain hunting on fallen shares in thin trade   Stock market gained for the first time in four days ,negative,-0.998601496
"Sri Lanka's tax hike could lead to lower rates, boost real estate, stocks investments-dealers",10/12/2022,Economic Crisis,There won't be any overnight benefits to the market from the proposed tax hikes - analysts ,"Sri Lanka's tax hike could lead to lower rates, boost real estate, stocks investments-dealers There won't be any overnight benefits to the market from the proposed tax hikes - analysts ",negative,-0.998725712
Sri Lanka's state debt office raises less-than required money via T-bills at expensive rates,10/12/2022,Bonds & Forex,The debt office only raise 67% of the total required funds via the auction ,Sri Lanka's state debt office raises less-than required money via T-bills at expensive rates The debt office only raise 67% of the total required funds via the auction ,negative,-0.998007357
Sri Lanka's tax hike could force professionals to migrate - analysts ,10/12/2022,Economic Crisis,Effective income taxes for some categories have been raised to around 29% from 8% earlier - analysts ,Sri Lanka's tax hike could force professionals to migrate - analysts  Effective income taxes for some categories have been raised to around 29% from 8% earlier - analysts ,negative,-0.991411448
Dollar scam uncovered after arrest of Sri Lankan ‘businesswoman’,10/12/2022,Legal,Several prominent persons fallen in to the trap,Dollar scam uncovered after arrest of Sri Lankan ‘businesswoman’ Several prominent persons fallen in to the trap,negative,-0.986787558
FACTS - Crisis-hit Sri Lanka proposes tax hike to boost revenue,10/12/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka's tax revenue to GDP ratio is one of the lowest in the world,FACTS - Crisis-hit Sri Lanka proposes tax hike to boost revenue Sri Lanka's tax revenue to GDP ratio is one of the lowest in the world,negative,-0.999200404
Over 2 million Sri Lankans apply for 'Leave No One Behind' welfare programme,10/12/2022,Economy,"As of Wednesday, the statement said, 624,714 applications have been entered into the system.","Over 2 million Sri Lankans apply for 'Leave No One Behind' welfare programme As of Wednesday, the statement said, 624,714 applications have been entered into the system.",negative,-0.974384546
Sri Lanka's erstwhile peace envoy Erik Solheim returns as president's climate advisor,10/12/2022,International Relations,Solheim was a controversial figure in Sri Lanka during his tenure as peace negotiator,Sri Lanka's erstwhile peace envoy Erik Solheim returns as president's climate advisor Solheim was a controversial figure in Sri Lanka during his tenure as peace negotiator,positive,0.989701986
Sri Lanka shares edge down in mid-morning trade,10/12/2022,Stocks & Companies,ASPI recovered slighly after losing over 100 points at market open,Sri Lanka shares edge down in mid-morning trade ASPI recovered slighly after losing over 100 points at market open,negative,-0.998991668
Sri Lanka publishes gazette with income tax changes,10/12/2022,Economy,The taxes were expected to be legislated in October 2022,Sri Lanka publishes gazette with income tax changes The taxes were expected to be legislated in October 2022,negative,-0.918789625
"Sri Lanka state minister, CB Governor meets IMF's Gopinath",10/12/2022,Economy,Discusses severe challenges,"Sri Lanka state minister, CB Governor meets IMF's Gopinath Discusses severe challenges",positive,0.721158445
Sri Lanka's Windforce starts 10MW 'agrovoltaic' solar farm,10/12/2022,Energy,Firm also building a 15MW wind farm in Mannar,Sri Lanka's Windforce starts 10MW 'agrovoltaic' solar farm Firm also building a 15MW wind farm in Mannar,negative,-0.746066034
"Sri Lanka has to improve governance, do transformational reforms to overcome crisis",10/12/2022,Economy,..,"Sri Lanka has to improve governance, do transformational reforms to overcome crisis ..",positive,0.917121351
"Sri Lanka shares nosedive despite strong inflows amid tax hike talks, debt exposure cut",10/11/2022,Markets,The main index has fallen 11.9% so far this month.,"Sri Lanka shares nosedive despite strong inflows amid tax hike talks, debt exposure cut The main index has fallen 11.9% so far this month.",negative,-0.999353111
Sri Lanka's fixed income market steady amid dull trade; budget awaited,10/11/2022,Bonds & Forex,"Budget expected around mid November, to include raft of reforms ","Sri Lanka's fixed income market steady amid dull trade; budget awaited Budget expected around mid November, to include raft of reforms ",negative,-0.992103279
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka explores QR code for driving license amid material shortage,10/11/2022,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka is facing acute shortage of printing material due to forex shortage to import,Crisis-hit Sri Lanka explores QR code for driving license amid material shortage Sri Lanka is facing acute shortage of printing material due to forex shortage to import,negative,-0.998282909
Sri Lanka to submit migrant worker electric vehicle import gazette to parliament,10/11/2022,Economy,"""We have observed that a few people have already imported vehicles after sending their money through official channels.""","Sri Lanka to submit migrant worker electric vehicle import gazette to parliament ""We have observed that a few people have already imported vehicles after sending their money through official channels.""",negative,-0.996870935
"Ranil not here to protect Rajapaksas, says Sri Lanka president's party secretary",10/11/2022,Politics,"""Those leaders came out of the Beire lake in their underwear.""","Ranil not here to protect Rajapaksas, says Sri Lanka president's party secretary ""Those leaders came out of the Beire lake in their underwear.""",negative,-0.994909823
Sri Lanka to request World Bank to be a Gap country,10/11/2022,Economy,Island no longer has credit worthiness to access IBRD loans,Sri Lanka to request World Bank to be a Gap country Island no longer has credit worthiness to access IBRD loans,negative,-0.980671585
Sri Lanka to double compensation paid to missing persons' families amid high inflation,10/11/2022,Human Rights,"It had been previously decided in March 2022 that a 100,000 rupees should be paid as compensation","Sri Lanka to double compensation paid to missing persons' families amid high inflation It had been previously decided in March 2022 that a 100,000 rupees should be paid as compensation",negative,-0.996222854
Sri Lanka shares fall over 3.5-pct in mid-morning trade,10/11/2022,Markets,Liquid index down 4%,Sri Lanka shares fall over 3.5-pct in mid-morning trade Liquid index down 4%,negative,-0.999537587
Sri Lanka Ports Authority  to call international tender to buy tug,10/11/2022,Logistics,Port activity is increasing,Sri Lanka Ports Authority  to call international tender to buy tug Port activity is increasing,positive,0.979762137
Sri Lanka to give state land on 35-year lease for factories,10/11/2022,Economy,16 investors to get land,Sri Lanka to give state land on 35-year lease for factories 16 investors to get land,negative,-0.90831548
Sri Lanka President calls for steady national policies,10/11/2022,Business,Opens phama laboratory,Sri Lanka President calls for steady national policies Opens phama laboratory,positive,0.996968448
Sri Lanka maintains 2 hour 20 mins power cuts from Oct 11-14,10/10/2022,Power,Group A-W will have 1 hour and 20 minutes power cut during the night.,Sri Lanka maintains 2 hour 20 mins power cuts from Oct 11-14 Group A-W will have 1 hour and 20 minutes power cut during the night.,negative,-0.830106676
Sri Lanka hoteliers see high influx of Russian tourists as Aeroflot returns,10/10/2022,Tourism,"""We have learned that over 75% of seats have been reserved by now,"" the AASL said in a statement.","Sri Lanka hoteliers see high influx of Russian tourists as Aeroflot returns ""We have learned that over 75% of seats have been reserved by now,"" the AASL said in a statement.",negative,-0.914467394
"INTERVIEW - Sri Lanka's new ""painful"" reforms won't be reversed - State FinMin ",10/10/2022,Economic Crisis,"Sri Lanka's political stability is crucial for reforms, to come out of an unprecedented economic crisis.  ","INTERVIEW - Sri Lanka's new ""painful"" reforms won't be reversed - State FinMin  Sri Lanka's political stability is crucial for reforms, to come out of an unprecedented economic crisis.  ",positive,0.980687737
"Sri Lanka, Japan sign agreement on low carbon growth partnership",10/10/2022,Environment,The agreement was signed on Monday October 1,"Sri Lanka, Japan sign agreement on low carbon growth partnership The agreement was signed on Monday October 1",positive,0.712746382
Sri Lanka to downsize local authorities by half; referendum likely on electoral reforms,10/10/2022,Politics,The referendum will be held if a select committee tasked with deciding on the matter fails to do so by July 2023,Sri Lanka to downsize local authorities by half; referendum likely on electoral reforms The referendum will be held if a select committee tasked with deciding on the matter fails to do so by July 2023,negative,-0.999039292
Controversy erupts over soaring Sri Lanka blasting powder prices in permit raj,10/10/2022,Economy,Are monopoly rents being charged,Controversy erupts over soaring Sri Lanka blasting powder prices in permit raj Are monopoly rents being charged,negative,-0.989590108
Sri Lanka remittances slightly up in September 2022,10/10/2022,Economy,Official remittances were also up from 325.4 million US dollars in August,Sri Lanka remittances slightly up in September 2022 Official remittances were also up from 325.4 million US dollars in August,positive,0.539146304
"Sri Lanka allows pre-payment for imported plant seeds, fertilizer",10/10/2022,Economy,"Seeds, fertilizer and some agro chemicals","Sri Lanka allows pre-payment for imported plant seeds, fertilizer Seeds, fertilizer and some agro chemicals",negative,-0.620083392
Thailand currency crisis' central bank blunder explained to Sri Lanka,10/9/2022,Economy,This currency crisis and banking crisis were originated firstly by policy mis-management from the central bank,Thailand currency crisis' central bank blunder explained to Sri Lanka This currency crisis and banking crisis were originated firstly by policy mis-management from the central bank,negative,-0.998025298
Sri Lanka’s medium grown tea prices fall in September 4th-week sale,10/9/2022,Tea,Data shows tea prices across all elevations have fallen between 100 to 200 rupees,Sri Lanka’s medium grown tea prices fall in September 4th-week sale Data shows tea prices across all elevations have fallen between 100 to 200 rupees,negative,-0.998233914
Sri Lanka key current flows show surplus over imports for third month in August,10/9/2022,Economy,Financial account flows are facing outward pressure,Sri Lanka key current flows show surplus over imports for third month in August Financial account flows are facing outward pressure,negative,-0.992788613
Sri Lanka tea sold at historic high prices in September 2022,10/9/2022,Tea,"In dollar terms, the average sale price for Sri Lankan tea had been 4.41 dollars per kilogram","Sri Lanka tea sold at historic high prices in September 2022 In dollar terms, the average sale price for Sri Lankan tea had been 4.41 dollars per kilogram",negative,-0.550179243
"Sri Lanka drawing up new banking law, hopes enact next year: Deputy Governor",10/9/2022,Economy,Resolution framework being fine-tund,"Sri Lanka drawing up new banking law, hopes enact next year: Deputy Governor Resolution framework being fine-tund",negative,-0.980764806
Sri Lanka reverses electricity tariff reforms for religious places after protests,10/9/2022,Energy,Some leading monks last month threatened not to pay electricity bills with revised up tariffs.,Sri Lanka reverses electricity tariff reforms for religious places after protests Some leading monks last month threatened not to pay electricity bills with revised up tariffs.,negative,-0.993337035
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices continue to climb,10/8/2022,Agriculture,"Buyers offered 1,381,134 nuts at the auction and sold 970,638.","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices continue to climb Buyers offered 1,381,134 nuts at the auction and sold 970,638.",negative,-0.861631811
"Sri Lanka revenue officers slam politicians, policy makers for tax cuts",10/8/2022,Economy,The people who raised their hands when these policies were made are now blaming us,"Sri Lanka revenue officers slam politicians, policy makers for tax cuts The people who raised their hands when these policies were made are now blaming us",negative,-0.997716665
"Sri Lanka forex reserves  at US$1,777mn in Sept 2022",10/7/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka's reserves have been stable for several months,"Sri Lanka forex reserves  at US$1,777mn in Sept 2022 Sri Lanka's reserves have been stable for several months",positive,0.98643142
Sri Lanka shares fall to over 5-week low in thin turnover; uncertainties weigh,10/7/2022,Markets,President wants deposit rate caps to reduce interest rates; CB chief says high interest rates needed to tame inflation,Sri Lanka shares fall to over 5-week low in thin turnover; uncertainties weigh President wants deposit rate caps to reduce interest rates; CB chief says high interest rates needed to tame inflation,negative,-0.998129785
Sri Lanka T-bill yields down after president's comments on deposit rate caps,10/7/2022,Bonds & Forex,President Wickremesinghe has proposed to impose deposit rate caps to reduce interest rates,Sri Lanka T-bill yields down after president's comments on deposit rate caps President Wickremesinghe has proposed to impose deposit rate caps to reduce interest rates,negative,-0.998884857
Sri Aurobindo: Mystical Awareness Supplants Production,10/7/2022,Constitutional Amendments,"In India, religion and socialism commingle and collide.","Sri Aurobindo: Mystical Awareness Supplants Production In India, religion and socialism commingle and collide.",positive,0.996234715
"Sri Lanka banks on India to boost tourism this year after ""bad press"".",10/7/2022,Tourism,Sri Lanka tourism is yet to see large foreign visitors after political crisis ended.,"Sri Lanka banks on India to boost tourism this year after ""bad press"". Sri Lanka tourism is yet to see large foreign visitors after political crisis ended.",negative,-0.779563606
Solo man's protest forces Sri Lanka state-run TV to revert trilingual logo,10/7/2022,Politics,"""Yesterday we returned to the old logo because there were requests from internal and external stakeholders.”","Solo man's protest forces Sri Lanka state-run TV to revert trilingual logo ""Yesterday we returned to the old logo because there were requests from internal and external stakeholders.”",negative,-0.998263896
Sri Lanka's state-run Litro says cooking gas supply secured for remainder of 2022,10/7/2022,Consumer Affairs,"Prior to the crisis, the official said, Litro imported around 33,000 MT per month.","Sri Lanka's state-run Litro says cooking gas supply secured for remainder of 2022 Prior to the crisis, the official said, Litro imported around 33,000 MT per month.",negative,-0.966241479
"Sri Lanka's top court allows case against ex-president, top officials over currency crisis",10/7/2022,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka economic crisis aggravated after the collapse of rupee in March 2022,"Sri Lanka's top court allows case against ex-president, top officials over currency crisis Sri Lanka economic crisis aggravated after the collapse of rupee in March 2022",positive,0.647942901
"Sri Lanka GDP to contract -9.2-pct in 2022, Maldives to grow 12.4-pct: World Bank",10/7/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka also hit by import control,"Sri Lanka GDP to contract -9.2-pct in 2022, Maldives to grow 12.4-pct: World Bank Sri Lanka also hit by import control",negative,-0.98251307
Sri Lanka stocks edge-down in mid-day trade,10/7/2022,Markets,Market generated a turnover of 1.3 billion rupees.,Sri Lanka stocks edge-down in mid-day trade Market generated a turnover of 1.3 billion rupees.,negative,-0.975913167
"Forex shortage forces closure of Sri Lanka's sole refinery, but fuel supply intact: minister",10/7/2022,Energy,The minister said enough fuel stock is available with the state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC),"Forex shortage forces closure of Sri Lanka's sole refinery, but fuel supply intact: minister The minister said enough fuel stock is available with the state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC)",positive,0.986985028
Sri Lanka banks to be re-capitalized based on diagnostic study: Deputy Governor,10/7/2022,Banking,And based on the final outcome capitalization will also take place,Sri Lanka banks to be re-capitalized based on diagnostic study: Deputy Governor And based on the final outcome capitalization will also take place,negative,-0.987407327
Sri Lanka shares fall to 5-week low over President’s inflation comments,10/6/2022,Markets,Investors shrugged off the central bank's decision to keep the policy rates steady.,Sri Lanka shares fall to 5-week low over President’s inflation comments Investors shrugged off the central bank's decision to keep the policy rates steady.,negative,-0.998376846
Sri Lanka T-bill yields up after CB kept policy rates steady ,10/6/2022,Bonds & Forex,The central bank left the key policy rates steady citing inflations needs to be tamed.,Sri Lanka T-bill yields up after CB kept policy rates steady  The central bank left the key policy rates steady citing inflations needs to be tamed.,positive,0.758664727
Sri Lanka's friendly nations abstained UNHRC voting - foreign minister,10/6/2022,Human Rights,Sri Lanka sees toughest UNHRC resolution after continuous failure to address human rights ,Sri Lanka's friendly nations abstained UNHRC voting - foreign minister Sri Lanka sees toughest UNHRC resolution after continuous failure to address human rights ,negative,-0.9970119
Sri Lanka inflation bigger threat to business than interest rates: CB Governor,10/6/2022,Economy," ""In the recent past enough money was printed. We are seeing the result of that.""","Sri Lanka inflation bigger threat to business than interest rates: CB Governor  ""In the recent past enough money was printed. We are seeing the result of that.""",negative,-0.957074642
Sri Lanka launches US dollar pre-paid fuel card to tourists,10/6/2022,Business,The card can be topped up in increments of 50 US dollars up to US$300,Sri Lanka launches US dollar pre-paid fuel card to tourists The card can be topped up in increments of 50 US dollars up to US$300,negative,-0.986488879
"Sri Lanka revises down 2022 tourism target to 800,000",10/6/2022,Tourism,Tourism authorities had anticipated one million arrivals generating a revenue of 1.8 billion dollars.,"Sri Lanka revises down 2022 tourism target to 800,000 Tourism authorities had anticipated one million arrivals generating a revenue of 1.8 billion dollars.",positive,0.897964001
Sri Lanka ruling party MP Ranjith Bandara appointed COPE chair,10/6/2022,Politics,"Analysts say Bandara is a close ally of SLPP architect Basil Rajapaksa,","Sri Lanka ruling party MP Ranjith Bandara appointed COPE chair Analysts say Bandara is a close ally of SLPP architect Basil Rajapaksa,",positive,0.981722891
"Sri Lanka opposition not scuttling 22A, govt must get house in order: Sajith",10/6/2022,Politics,"""He can say 'prime minster, I need this' and can keep as many ministries as desired.""","Sri Lanka opposition not scuttling 22A, govt must get house in order: Sajith ""He can say 'prime minster, I need this' and can keep as many ministries as desired.""",negative,-0.991553962
Sri Lanka stocks edge-down in mid-day trade,10/6/2022,Markets,Most liquid index S&P SL20 slipped 1.03%,Sri Lanka stocks edge-down in mid-day trade Most liquid index S&P SL20 slipped 1.03%,negative,-0.999236345
Sri Lanka requests Japan to co-chair Sri Lanka debt talks,10/6/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka has already started preliminary discussions with China,Sri Lanka requests Japan to co-chair Sri Lanka debt talks Sri Lanka has already started preliminary discussions with China,negative,-0.991131842
"Sri Lanka plans deposit interest caps, more price controls: President",10/6/2022,Banking,Limits will be imposed on deposit rates to reduce interest rates,"Sri Lanka plans deposit interest caps, more price controls: President Limits will be imposed on deposit rates to reduce interest rates",negative,-0.987432778
Sri Lanka can raise US$2-3bn by reducing SOEs: President,10/6/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka has a series of so-called 'low hanging fruits' which can be sold down,Sri Lanka can raise US$2-3bn by reducing SOEs: President Sri Lanka has a series of so-called 'low hanging fruits' which can be sold down,negative,-0.998026311
Sri Lanka asks to be de-graduated from IBRD to access World Bank cheaper loans: President,10/6/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka has asked for IDA loans because we cannot get IBRD,Sri Lanka asks to be de-graduated from IBRD to access World Bank cheaper loans: President Sri Lanka has asked for IDA loans because we cannot get IBRD,negative,-0.996487379
"Sri Lanka expects inflation to slow, rates unchanged",10/6/2022,Economy,A high probability that inflation will peak around 75-pct and start to fall,"Sri Lanka expects inflation to slow, rates unchanged A high probability that inflation will peak around 75-pct and start to fall",negative,-0.998891294
"India's SpiceJet to fly to Sri Lanka from Nov 15, Aeroflot Oct 09",10/6/2022,Economy,Winter season to begin from mid-October,"India's SpiceJet to fly to Sri Lanka from Nov 15, Aeroflot Oct 09 Winter season to begin from mid-October",positive,0.960983574
Sri Lanka considers uninterrupted power supply for tourism sector after 11-month low arrivals,10/5/2022,Economic Crisis,September tourist arrivals have plunged to lowest in 11 months.,Sri Lanka considers uninterrupted power supply for tourism sector after 11-month low arrivals September tourist arrivals have plunged to lowest in 11 months.,negative,-0.99794203
"Despite protests, Sri Lanka to allow more fuel competitors after shortage ousted president, govt",10/5/2022,Energy,CPC trade unions oppose the move citing that the government is privatizing the state-run firm,"Despite protests, Sri Lanka to allow more fuel competitors after shortage ousted president, govt CPC trade unions oppose the move citing that the government is privatizing the state-run firm",negative,-0.994399011
Sri Lanka stocks recover from over five-week low on bargain hunting,10/5/2022,Markets,The main index has fallen over 7% in the four straight session before Wednesday.,Sri Lanka stocks recover from over five-week low on bargain hunting The main index has fallen over 7% in the four straight session before Wednesday.,negative,-0.999138594
Sri Lanka T-bill yields up ahead of central bank's policy rate announcement,10/5/2022,Bonds & Forex,Central bank has already raised the key policy rates by record percentage this year.,Sri Lanka T-bill yields up ahead of central bank's policy rate announcement Central bank has already raised the key policy rates by record percentage this year.,positive,0.998376369
Sri Lanka to hold ground at UNHRC vote on Oct 06: foreign minister,10/5/2022,Human Rights,"“This is not a fair reflection of the people’s will. This is heavy lobbying. This is geopolitics,” he said.","Sri Lanka to hold ground at UNHRC vote on Oct 06: foreign minister “This is not a fair reflection of the people’s will. This is heavy lobbying. This is geopolitics,” he said.",negative,-0.996172488
Sri Lanka opposition MP Kabir Hashim appointed COPA chairman,10/5/2022,Politics,"The MP was named for the position unanimously, parliament said on Wednesday October 05.","Sri Lanka opposition MP Kabir Hashim appointed COPA chairman The MP was named for the position unanimously, parliament said on Wednesday October 05.",positive,0.985809028
Sri Lanka's state-run Litro drops cooking gas prices,10/5/2022,Consumer Affairs,This will be the third time Litro gas has reduced prices in the last three months.,Sri Lanka's state-run Litro drops cooking gas prices This will be the third time Litro gas has reduced prices in the last three months.,negative,-0.999028683
Sri Lanka solar projects of 200MW are not viable after currency collapse,10/5/2022,Energy,The rupee fell from 200 to 360 to the US dollar in 2022 pushing up construction costs,Sri Lanka solar projects of 200MW are not viable after currency collapse The rupee fell from 200 to 360 to the US dollar in 2022 pushing up construction costs,negative,-0.999257267
Sri Lanka mulls controlling rubber imports for export industries,10/5/2022,Agriculture,Plantations Minister looking to limit imports,Sri Lanka mulls controlling rubber imports for export industries Plantations Minister looking to limit imports,negative,-0.991410434
"Sri Lanka revenue and grants Rs1,238bn by August",10/5/2022,Economy,"Recurrent spending up to August was Rs1,952.1bn","Sri Lanka revenue and grants Rs1,238bn by August Recurrent spending up to August was Rs1,952.1bn",negative,-0.962501526
Sri Lanka stocks plunge before ending over 1-month low amid dented sentiment,10/4/2022,Markets,Trading was halted for second straight day after the liquid index plunged over 5% on Tuesday.,Sri Lanka stocks plunge before ending over 1-month low amid dented sentiment Trading was halted for second straight day after the liquid index plunged over 5% on Tuesday.,negative,-0.99928683
Sri Lanka T-bond yields down; rupee guidance peg unchanged,10/4/2022,Bonds & Forex,Market has been waiting for direction from Thursday's central bank monetary policy rate decision ,Sri Lanka T-bond yields down; rupee guidance peg unchanged Market has been waiting for direction from Thursday's central bank monetary policy rate decision ,negative,-0.999175489
Coal procurement: Sri Lanka's COPF recommends action against officials,10/4/2022,Energy,Minister Wijsekera asked that the committee hear out the officials’ version of events before making recommendations,Coal procurement: Sri Lanka's COPF recommends action against officials Minister Wijsekera asked that the committee hear out the officials’ version of events before making recommendations,negative,-0.997198939
Sri Lanka contemplating new legislation after revocation of high security zones,10/4/2022,Politics,"“The cabinet of ministers discussed whether new laws should be brought in to protect such rights.""","Sri Lanka contemplating new legislation after revocation of high security zones “The cabinet of ministers discussed whether new laws should be brought in to protect such rights.""",negative,-0.956553638
Sri Lanka cabinet approves Appropriations Bill for 2023,10/4/2022,Economy,"The gross borrowing requirement is 4,429 billion rupees","Sri Lanka cabinet approves Appropriations Bill for 2023 The gross borrowing requirement is 4,429 billion rupees",negative,-0.546750486
Sri Lanka awards contract to buy potassium fertilizer for Maha season,10/4/2022,Agriculture,Contract awarded to  Ameropa Asia (Pvt) Ltd,Sri Lanka awards contract to buy potassium fertilizer for Maha season Contract awarded to  Ameropa Asia (Pvt) Ltd,negative,-0.918861747
"Sri Lanka shares plunge in mid-day trade on Lanka IOC, Expolanka",10/4/2022,Stocks & Companies,ASPI down over 250 points ,"Sri Lanka shares plunge in mid-day trade on Lanka IOC, Expolanka ASPI down over 250 points ",negative,-0.990058005
Harsha de Silva withdraws nomination to Sri Lanka's COPE to make way for Charitha Herath,10/4/2022,Politics,"""We propose the name of Charitha Herath to the  committee.""","Harsha de Silva withdraws nomination to Sri Lanka's COPE to make way for Charitha Herath ""We propose the name of Charitha Herath to the  committee.""",negative,-0.99913317
Sri Lanka power cuts of 2 hour 20 mins scheduled for October 05,10/4/2022,Energy,1 hour 20 mins in the evening,Sri Lanka power cuts of 2 hour 20 mins scheduled for October 05 1 hour 20 mins in the evening,negative,-0.953559518
Sri Lanka firm launches low-cost sanitary napkins for schoolgirls in currency crisis,10/4/2022,Business,Pack to sell at Rs140,Sri Lanka firm launches low-cost sanitary napkins for schoolgirls in currency crisis Pack to sell at Rs140,negative,-0.993615627
Sri Lanka cannabis growing law to cabinet soon: Minister,10/4/2022,Agriculture,There is a large export demand also,Sri Lanka cannabis growing law to cabinet soon: Minister There is a large export demand also,positive,0.978880703
Sri Lanka parliament panel approval delayed for HCL tax breaks,10/4/2022,Economy,Explanations expected on October 04,Sri Lanka parliament panel approval delayed for HCL tax breaks Explanations expected on October 04,negative,-0.986807764
"Sri Lanka shares end near 4-week low; fuel, freight price fall weighs",10/3/2022,Markets,Main index saw worst percentage fall since June 17,"Sri Lanka shares end near 4-week low; fuel, freight price fall weighs Main index saw worst percentage fall since June 17",negative,-0.99958986
Sri Lanka T-bond yields ease despite debt haircut threats ,10/3/2022,Bonds & Forex,Uncertainty over debt restructuring remains,Sri Lanka T-bond yields ease despite debt haircut threats  Uncertainty over debt restructuring remains,positive,0.997249663
Sri Lanka tuk-tuk drivers refuse to reduce fares despite drop in petrol price,10/3/2022,Economy,"""We have obligations to meet for our families and five litres is not doing us any good. It’s simply not enough""","Sri Lanka tuk-tuk drivers refuse to reduce fares despite drop in petrol price ""We have obligations to meet for our families and five litres is not doing us any good. It’s simply not enough""",negative,-0.999782622
"Sri Lanka sees backlash against market pricing of expensive, polluting diesel",10/3/2022,Energy,Petrol is the cheapest fuel to import. Kerosene is usually the most expensive.,"Sri Lanka sees backlash against market pricing of expensive, polluting diesel Petrol is the cheapest fuel to import. Kerosene is usually the most expensive.",negative,-0.994477987
"Sri Lanka to build 2,000 housing units for low-income families by Feb 2023",10/3/2022,Economy,"""The government’s goal is to solve the housing needs of low-income families living in rural and urban areas""","Sri Lanka to build 2,000 housing units for low-income families by Feb 2023 ""The government’s goal is to solve the housing needs of low-income families living in rural and urban areas""",positive,0.989915609
UK PM Liz Truss makes surprise U-turn on widely panned tax cut,10/3/2022,World,UK media reported that Truss had conceded that it could not go through the House of Commons.,UK PM Liz Truss makes surprise U-turn on widely panned tax cut UK media reported that Truss had conceded that it could not go through the House of Commons.,positive,0.64005965
Sri Lanka stock market closes after index plunges 5% led by heavyweights ,10/3/2022,Markets,"Global recession fears, oil price drop contribute to fall","Sri Lanka stock market closes after index plunges 5% led by heavyweights  Global recession fears, oil price drop contribute to fall",negative,-0.99877733
Sri Lanka's progress on GSP+ commitments: top EU officials says report due soon,10/3/2022,Apparel,GSP+ is an annual trade concession worth over 500 million US dollars,Sri Lanka's progress on GSP+ commitments: top EU officials says report due soon GSP+ is an annual trade concession worth over 500 million US dollars,negative,-0.965521276
Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-day trade on heavy-weights,10/3/2022,Stocks & Companies,"Expolanka, Lanka IOC and Richard Pieiris pulled the market down","Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-day trade on heavy-weights Expolanka, Lanka IOC and Richard Pieiris pulled the market down",negative,-0.999584854
"Sri Lanka parliament nominates COPE, COPA members; ex-COPE chair unhappy",10/3/2022,Politics,"Herath claimed that ""people behind the economic crimes"" wanted him out of their way.","Sri Lanka parliament nominates COPE, COPA members; ex-COPE chair unhappy Herath claimed that ""people behind the economic crimes"" wanted him out of their way.",negative,-0.96856302
"Sri Lanka private credit contracts in August, SOE credit down",10/3/2022,Banking,CB credit slows,"Sri Lanka private credit contracts in August, SOE credit down CB credit slows",negative,-0.999512911
US ready to support Sri Lanka agriculture biotechnology: Cindy McCain,10/3/2022,Agriculture,I would love to hear more about what your plans are,US ready to support Sri Lanka agriculture biotechnology: Cindy McCain I would love to hear more about what your plans are,positive,0.998530149
Sri Lanka tea exporters urged to cut credit to buyers,10/3/2022,Economy,The sharp increase in lending rates is a major cost to the industry,Sri Lanka tea exporters urged to cut credit to buyers The sharp increase in lending rates is a major cost to the industry,negative,-0.940715134
Sri Lanka renewable energy industry seeing engineering brain drain,10/2/2022,Business,"""How can we replace these professionals? The ones who are migrating are the best ones.""","Sri Lanka renewable energy industry seeing engineering brain drain ""How can we replace these professionals? The ones who are migrating are the best ones.""",negative,-0.997359455
Sri Lanka power cuts of 2 hours 20 min scheduled for Oct 03,10/2/2022,Energy,One hour in the day time and one hour and 20 minutes in the night,Sri Lanka power cuts of 2 hours 20 min scheduled for Oct 03 One hour in the day time and one hour and 20 minutes in the night,negative,-0.958593845
Sri Lanka President orders sanitary napkin taxes lifted,10/2/2022,Health,Duties imposed on sanitary napkin materials removed,Sri Lanka President orders sanitary napkin taxes lifted Duties imposed on sanitary napkin materials removed,negative,-0.976341963
Keerthi Gunawardane to head Sri Lanka chamber federation,10/2/2022,Business,He is the past president of Sri Lanka Association of Printers.,Keerthi Gunawardane to head Sri Lanka chamber federation He is the past president of Sri Lanka Association of Printers.,positive,0.996110618
Sri Lanka electronic producers linked with Bangladesh buyers by EDB,10/2/2022,Business, Bangladesh is exploring opportunties to set up electronic product manufacturing units in the region.,Sri Lanka electronic producers linked with Bangladesh buyers by EDB  Bangladesh is exploring opportunties to set up electronic product manufacturing units in the region.,positive,0.99298507
"Sri Lanka renewable IPPs in crisis on arrears, lack of spares",10/2/2022,Energy,CEB has to pay arreas of 10-months to the sector ,"Sri Lanka renewable IPPs in crisis on arrears, lack of spares CEB has to pay arreas of 10-months to the sector ",negative,-0.995056391
Sri Lanka in talks with Petro-China International over payment arrears,10/2/2022,Energy,Ceylon Petroleum Corporation owes around $800 million to foreign suppliers for fuel.,Sri Lanka in talks with Petro-China International over payment arrears Ceylon Petroleum Corporation owes around $800 million to foreign suppliers for fuel.,negative,-0.989923537
"Sri Lanka tax officer union warns over RAMIS software, calls for parliament probe",10/2/2022,Economy,The RAMIS system was originally to come from an Asian Development Bank loan but it had been rejected,"Sri Lanka tax officer union warns over RAMIS software, calls for parliament probe The RAMIS system was originally to come from an Asian Development Bank loan but it had been rejected",negative,-0.997332096
"Sri Lanka president revokes high security zone gazette after being challenged as ""illegal""",10/1/2022,Defence,President's HSZ declaration was highly criticized by the country's civil society,"Sri Lanka president revokes high security zone gazette after being challenged as ""illegal"" President's HSZ declaration was highly criticized by the country's civil society",negative,-0.966666698
"Sri Lanka fuel prices; petrol cut to Rs410 a litre, diesel Rs430",10/1/2022,Energy,"Diesel, kerosene unchanged","Sri Lanka fuel prices; petrol cut to Rs410 a litre, diesel Rs430 Diesel, kerosene unchanged",negative,-0.98202455
Sri Lanka calls EOI to build flying training school at Eastern airport,10/1/2022,Aviation,Five hectares will be allocated on a 30-year lease for the flying training institute,Sri Lanka calls EOI to build flying training school at Eastern airport Five hectares will be allocated on a 30-year lease for the flying training institute,negative,-0.99017942
Sri Lanka coconut prices edge up; price range widens  ,10/1/2022,Agriculture,"Buyers offered 1,018,186 nuts at the auction and sold 706,009.","Sri Lanka coconut prices edge up; price range widens   Buyers offered 1,018,186 nuts at the auction and sold 706,009.",positive,0.988628983
"Sri Lanka tea cost of production up 30-35-pct, industry says",10/1/2022,Agriculture,"We must first set ensure that politics is led by economics and science, and not the other way around. ","Sri Lanka tea cost of production up 30-35-pct, industry says We must first set ensure that politics is led by economics and science, and not the other way around. ",positive,0.863955796
Sri Lanka continues over 2 hour power cut for Oct. 1 & 2,9/30/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka's delay in coal imports has threatened extended power cuts,Sri Lanka continues over 2 hour power cut for Oct. 1 & 2 Sri Lanka's delay in coal imports has threatened extended power cuts,negative,-0.995197356
Sri Lanka shares edge down on banks; policy rates awaited,9/30/2022,Markets,Stock market has seen the highest monthly foreign inflow this month in more than 10 years ,Sri Lanka shares edge down on banks; policy rates awaited Stock market has seen the highest monthly foreign inflow this month in more than 10 years ,negative,-0.947791755
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka takes baby steps to boost dollar earnings,9/30/2022,Economic Crisis,"Sri Lanka is struggling to secure dollar earnings and that has threatened its fuel, gas imports.","Crisis-hit Sri Lanka takes baby steps to boost dollar earnings Sri Lanka is struggling to secure dollar earnings and that has threatened its fuel, gas imports.",negative,-0.995100558
Sri Lanka's 'Hellfire' to go ahead amid religious outcry,9/30/2022,Culture,"“I will not allow you to venerate Satanic music for Satan in my city,” Senanayake was heard saying.","Sri Lanka's 'Hellfire' to go ahead amid religious outcry “I will not allow you to venerate Satanic music for Satan in my city,” Senanayake was heard saying.",negative,-0.961698353
"Sri Lanka T-bond yields steady, kerb rate 375/378 ",9/30/2022,Bonds & Forex,Investors traded bonds in the secondary market despite local debt restructuring uncertainties ,"Sri Lanka T-bond yields steady, kerb rate 375/378  Investors traded bonds in the secondary market despite local debt restructuring uncertainties ",positive,0.998240709
Sri Lanka sees over 10-year high monthly net foreign inflow in Sept; forex crisis helps ,9/30/2022,Markets,"Except 2 sessions, the market has witnessed foreign inflows in last 34 straight sessions.","Sri Lanka sees over 10-year high monthly net foreign inflow in Sept; forex crisis helps  Except 2 sessions, the market has witnessed foreign inflows in last 34 straight sessions.",negative,-0.844089746
Sri Lanka sees drop in fish prices as supply improves,9/30/2022,Economy,"Kerosene price was increased by around 300 percent in August, since which supply has improved, fishermen said","Sri Lanka sees drop in fish prices as supply improves Kerosene price was increased by around 300 percent in August, since which supply has improved, fishermen said",negative,-0.932559729
Sri Lanka inflation rises to 69.8-pct in September,9/30/2022,Economy,Food prices up 94.9-pct in the past 12 months,Sri Lanka inflation rises to 69.8-pct in September Food prices up 94.9-pct in the past 12 months,negative,-0.977737546
Diana Gamage undeterred in efforts to revamp Sri Lanka nightlife,9/30/2022,Tourism,"""You know, we call Sri Lanka a paradise. But what paradise is shut at 10 o'clock in the night?”","Diana Gamage undeterred in efforts to revamp Sri Lanka nightlife ""You know, we call Sri Lanka a paradise. But what paradise is shut at 10 o'clock in the night?”",negative,-0.981323004
Sri Lanka's CSE partners with Rajarata University to raise financial literacy amid pump & dump deals,9/30/2022,Education,Country's financial literacy has been low and many rural investors had to leave with empty hands in 2011 market collapse,Sri Lanka's CSE partners with Rajarata University to raise financial literacy amid pump & dump deals Country's financial literacy has been low and many rural investors had to leave with empty hands in 2011 market collapse,negative,-0.999530792
Sri Lanka shares fall in mid-morning trade,9/30/2022,Markets,Market generated a turnover of 1.8 billion rupees.,Sri Lanka shares fall in mid-morning trade Market generated a turnover of 1.8 billion rupees.,negative,-0.980876982
Sri Lanka girls from 'unimaginable' backgrounds driven sex trade by currency crisis: ex-President,9/30/2022,Economy,"Due to current economic conditions social problems were worsening, ","Sri Lanka girls from 'unimaginable' backgrounds driven sex trade by currency crisis: ex-President Due to current economic conditions social problems were worsening, ",negative,-0.997940361
Sri Lanka railways in losses despite fare hike,9/30/2022,Ground,In 2021 Sri Lanka Railways lost Rs10.3bn rupees,Sri Lanka railways in losses despite fare hike In 2021 Sri Lanka Railways lost Rs10.3bn rupees,negative,-0.998932064
Sri Lanka T-bond yield up; local debt restructuring uncertainty weighs,9/29/2022,Bonds & Forex,Rupee guidance peg continues to remain steady,Sri Lanka T-bond yield up; local debt restructuring uncertainty weighs Rupee guidance peg continues to remain steady,negative,-0.914306223
Sri Lanka stocks steady; investors wait for cues from policy rates ,9/29/2022,Markets,Investors have been on the sideline amid volatile trading ,Sri Lanka stocks steady; investors wait for cues from policy rates  Investors have been on the sideline amid volatile trading ,positive,0.948641717
Sri Lanka maintains over 2 hour power cut amid looming crisis ,9/29/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka has called for spot tenders to purchase coal.,Sri Lanka maintains over 2 hour power cut amid looming crisis  Sri Lanka has called for spot tenders to purchase coal.,negative,-0.921188951
"Sri Lanka launches e-channelling for FM's consular services to minimize corruption, inefficiency",9/29/2022,Government services,Public seeking authentication services may dial 225 (Mobile subscribers) or 1225 (landline subscribers),"Sri Lanka launches e-channelling for FM's consular services to minimize corruption, inefficiency Public seeking authentication services may dial 225 (Mobile subscribers) or 1225 (landline subscribers)",negative,-0.826620102
Sri Lanka President points geopolitical rivalry for looming global economic crisis,9/29/2022,Economy,Wickremesinghe says Sri Lanka is taking some painful reforms to come out of economic crisis,Sri Lanka President points geopolitical rivalry for looming global economic crisis Wickremesinghe says Sri Lanka is taking some painful reforms to come out of economic crisis,negative,-0.98085463
"Sri Lanka parliament to debate 22nd amendment to constitution on Oct 06, 07",9/29/2022,Politics,Parliament is scheduled to convene from next Monday October 03 to Friday October 07.,"Sri Lanka parliament to debate 22nd amendment to constitution on Oct 06, 07 Parliament is scheduled to convene from next Monday October 03 to Friday October 07.",positive,0.835718393
Sri Lanka will ask for vote on upcoming “unfair” UN resolution: foreign minister,9/29/2022,Human Rights,"“It is against our constitution and we have to respond to that.""","Sri Lanka will ask for vote on upcoming “unfair” UN resolution: foreign minister “It is against our constitution and we have to respond to that.""",negative,-0.99809283
"Nearly one in three Sri Lankans have high blood pressure, need treatment: study",9/29/2022,Health,"Increased prevalence was associated with urban residence, socioeconomic status, obesity, and Muslim ethnicity","Nearly one in three Sri Lankans have high blood pressure, need treatment: study Increased prevalence was associated with urban residence, socioeconomic status, obesity, and Muslim ethnicity",negative,-0.934753001
"Sri Lanka sells Rs127bn in bonds, 2032 on tap at 30.09-pct",9/29/2022,Bonds & Forex,Cut off for shorter tenors estimated at around 34 percent.,"Sri Lanka sells Rs127bn in bonds, 2032 on tap at 30.09-pct Cut off for shorter tenors estimated at around 34 percent.",negative,-0.988369346
Sri Lanka power tariff hike: ministry offers olive branch to protesting monks,9/29/2022,Energy,Select religious establishments are to be included in a proposed rooftop solar panel initiative by the government.,Sri Lanka power tariff hike: ministry offers olive branch to protesting monks Select religious establishments are to be included in a proposed rooftop solar panel initiative by the government.,negative,-0.975941539
Sri Lanka hospitals to get Rs300mn in emergency supplies from JICA,9/29/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka is still facing serious shortages of medicine due to the ongoing crisis,Sri Lanka hospitals to get Rs300mn in emergency supplies from JICA Sri Lanka is still facing serious shortages of medicine due to the ongoing crisis,negative,-0.998851538
Spotlight on Sri Lanka 4000-year old hunter gatherers,9/29/2022,Environment,"Samanti Kulatilake Associate Professor of Biological Anthropology at Mount Royal University, Canada to speak","Spotlight on Sri Lanka 4000-year old hunter gatherers Samanti Kulatilake Associate Professor of Biological Anthropology at Mount Royal University, Canada to speak",positive,0.998421431
Sri Lanka to change legal definition of 'child' to person under 18,9/29/2022,Legal,"It has also been proposed to amend the words ""children and young persons ordinance"" to ""children’s ordinance""","Sri Lanka to change legal definition of 'child' to person under 18 It has also been proposed to amend the words ""children and young persons ordinance"" to ""children’s ordinance""",negative,-0.987990439
Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-morning trade,9/29/2022,Markets,Market generated a turnover of 2.5 billion rupees.,Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-morning trade Market generated a turnover of 2.5 billion rupees.,positive,0.526645005
Sri Lanka's China-backed Port City to issue dollarized business licenses,9/29/2022,Business,Colombo Port City to be protected from the central bank's policy rate and depreciation,Sri Lanka's China-backed Port City to issue dollarized business licenses Colombo Port City to be protected from the central bank's policy rate and depreciation,negative,-0.927112877
Sri Lanka poultry farmers unable to make open account imports of maize,9/29/2022,Economy,Open account channel for maize not open,Sri Lanka poultry farmers unable to make open account imports of maize Open account channel for maize not open,negative,-0.999437749
Sri Lanka legal alcohol consumption down 20-30-pct: Minister,9/29/2022,Economy,75 percent of a bottle of alcohol is taxes,Sri Lanka legal alcohol consumption down 20-30-pct: Minister 75 percent of a bottle of alcohol is taxes,negative,-0.997696936
Sri Lanka stocks gain on financials; Sampath Bank leads ,9/28/2022,Markets,Market still sees foreign inflows since an IMF announcement last month,Sri Lanka stocks gain on financials; Sampath Bank leads  Market still sees foreign inflows since an IMF announcement last month,negative,-0.956582069
Yields in Sri Lanka T-bill rise amid speculation over local debt restructuring ,9/28/2022,Bonds & Forex,Market is waiting for some cues for direction from T-bond auction on Thursday.,Yields in Sri Lanka T-bill rise amid speculation over local debt restructuring  Market is waiting for some cues for direction from T-bond auction on Thursday.,negative,-0.987095475
"Sri Lanka sells Rs81bn in Treasuries, yields steady",9/28/2022,Bonds & Forex,6 and 12 month yield on tap,"Sri Lanka sells Rs81bn in Treasuries, yields steady 6 and 12 month yield on tap",positive,0.950944543
Sri Lanka president concludes Tokyo visit; off to Manila to chair ADB meeting,9/28/2022,International Relations,Treasury Secretary Mahinda Siriwardena is expected to join the president at the ADB meeting.,Sri Lanka president concludes Tokyo visit; off to Manila to chair ADB meeting Treasury Secretary Mahinda Siriwardena is expected to join the president at the ADB meeting.,positive,0.997184694
Sri Lanka shares gain 1-pct in mid-morning trade,9/28/2022,Markets,ASPI is up 99 points within the first hour,Sri Lanka shares gain 1-pct in mid-morning trade ASPI is up 99 points within the first hour,positive,0.638718784
"Sri Lanka can earn more targeting experiences, sustainable tourism",9/28/2022,Tourism,The way forward is to provide niche packages that would create experiences unique to travelers,"Sri Lanka can earn more targeting experiences, sustainable tourism The way forward is to provide niche packages that would create experiences unique to travelers",positive,0.997204185
Sri Lanka President allows imports of electric vehicles on expat worker permit,9/28/2022,Economy,Electric vehicles for expat workers until Dec 31,Sri Lanka President allows imports of electric vehicles on expat worker permit Electric vehicles for expat workers until Dec 31,negative,-0.869689465
Sri Lanka plans to sell tickets in US dollars to tourists: Minister,9/28/2022,Ground,"Hotels charge in US dollars, I do not see why we cannot","Sri Lanka plans to sell tickets in US dollars to tourists: Minister Hotels charge in US dollars, I do not see why we cannot",negative,-0.9957605
US giving tools for Sri Lanka to improve food supplies: Cindy McCain,9/28/2022,Agriculture,A currency collapse has put food out of reach of low income families,US giving tools for Sri Lanka to improve food supplies: Cindy McCain A currency collapse has put food out of reach of low income families,negative,-0.998911858
Fire guts 60 houses in underserved area in Sri Lanka,9/28/2022,Accident,It's worst fire area residents have suffered ,Fire guts 60 houses in underserved area in Sri Lanka It's worst fire area residents have suffered ,negative,-0.998260677
"Sri Lanka shares edge up from near 2-wk low in high turnover, foreign inflow; financials lead",9/27/2022,Markets,Market has seen 16.5 billion rupees of net offshore buying in the last 30 straight sessions,"Sri Lanka shares edge up from near 2-wk low in high turnover, foreign inflow; financials lead Market has seen 16.5 billion rupees of net offshore buying in the last 30 straight sessions",negative,-0.970128715
Sri Lanka T-bill yields up; rupee guidance peg steady,9/27/2022,Bonds & Forex,Market is waiting for direction from weekly T-bill auction on Wednesday,Sri Lanka T-bill yields up; rupee guidance peg steady Market is waiting for direction from weekly T-bill auction on Wednesday,negative,-0.848374724
Sri Lanka President likely to revoke High Security Zone Gazette - sources,9/27/2022,Defence,Lawyers and public have protested against the president's HSZ declaration,Sri Lanka President likely to revoke High Security Zone Gazette - sources Lawyers and public have protested against the president's HSZ declaration,negative,-0.984596312
Sri Lanka exports up 12-pct up to August 2022,9/27/2022,Business,"In the eight months to August, exports were up 12.04 percent to 8.8 billion US dollars.","Sri Lanka exports up 12-pct up to August 2022 In the eight months to August, exports were up 12.04 percent to 8.8 billion US dollars.",positive,0.649064243
China donates eight mobile labs for chronic kidney disease detection in Sri Lanka,9/27/2022,Health,Sri Lankans in rural areas are severely affected with CKD,China donates eight mobile labs for chronic kidney disease detection in Sri Lanka Sri Lankans in rural areas are severely affected with CKD,negative,-0.918412685
Sri Lanka's utility regulator to conduct quality survey at fuel stations after complaints,9/27/2022,Energy,The Consumer Consultative Committee of the PUCSL has decided to investigate the complaints,Sri Lanka's utility regulator to conduct quality survey at fuel stations after complaints The Consumer Consultative Committee of the PUCSL has decided to investigate the complaints,negative,-0.98281014
Sri Lanka May 09 violence: Report to be submitted to parliament soon,9/27/2022,Defence,Tennakoon had made this announcement at the first meeting of Ministerial Consultative Committee on Defence,Sri Lanka May 09 violence: Report to be submitted to parliament soon Tennakoon had made this announcement at the first meeting of Ministerial Consultative Committee on Defence,negative,-0.989982545
"Sri Lanka's CEB authorised to purchase power from private plants, CPC to provide fuel: Minister",9/27/2022,Energy,The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka has authorised the purchase of power from private plants,"Sri Lanka's CEB authorised to purchase power from private plants, CPC to provide fuel: Minister The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka has authorised the purchase of power from private plants",positive,0.782661259
Sri Lanka shares gain in mid-morning trade,9/27/2022,Markets,Market generated a turnover of 4.2 billion rupees.,Sri Lanka shares gain in mid-morning trade Market generated a turnover of 4.2 billion rupees.,positive,0.718093693
Sri Lanka likely to plunge deeper into darkness as coal plant reports another breakdown: UPDATED,9/27/2022,Energy,"""We need a long term solution for this. Otherwise the country will go into a more critical situation.""","Sri Lanka likely to plunge deeper into darkness as coal plant reports another breakdown: UPDATED ""We need a long term solution for this. Otherwise the country will go into a more critical situation.""",negative,-0.999120057
Sri Lanka keen to restart cancelled Japanese projects; Japan willing to lead creditor talks: PMD,9/27/2022,Economy,He had also expressed an interest in exploring investment opportunities in renewable energy in Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka keen to restart cancelled Japanese projects; Japan willing to lead creditor talks: PMD He had also expressed an interest in exploring investment opportunities in renewable energy in Sri Lanka,positive,0.98787421
"Hong Kong, GCC pegs, Vietnam hike rates after Fed as Sri Lanka eyes flexible policy",9/27/2022,Economy,"Now, we are going to run a Currency system which means that the moment we earn less, we spend less","Hong Kong, GCC pegs, Vietnam hike rates after Fed as Sri Lanka eyes flexible policy Now, we are going to run a Currency system which means that the moment we earn less, we spend less",negative,-0.997229278
"Sri Lanka to prioritise Singapore FTA, president tells Singapore PM in Tokyo",9/27/2022,International Relations,President Wickremesinghe is in Tokyo on a two-day official visit.,"Sri Lanka to prioritise Singapore FTA, president tells Singapore PM in Tokyo President Wickremesinghe is in Tokyo on a two-day official visit.",positive,0.870536327
Sri Lanka budget carrier Fits Air to take wing on Oct 05,9/26/2022,Aviation,We need to show that an airline can be run well when privatized,Sri Lanka budget carrier Fits Air to take wing on Oct 05 We need to show that an airline can be run well when privatized,positive,0.730857372
Sri Lanka shares fall on profit taking,9/26/2022,Markets,Market down for second session ,Sri Lanka shares fall on profit taking Market down for second session ,negative,-0.998330295
"Sri Lanka T-bond yield, rupee guidance peg end flat",9/26/2022,Bonds & Forex,Debt office is offering to sell 85 billion rupees in a T-bill auction ,"Sri Lanka T-bond yield, rupee guidance peg end flat Debt office is offering to sell 85 billion rupees in a T-bill auction ",negative,-0.990539193
Sri Lanka exporters expect orders to fall and job losses: survey,9/26/2022,Business,Exporters' main challenge is meeting orders due to fuel and power shortages and policy uncertainties.,Sri Lanka exporters expect orders to fall and job losses: survey Exporters' main challenge is meeting orders due to fuel and power shortages and policy uncertainties.,negative,-0.998389244
Sri Lanka president appoints five acting ministers ahead of Japan visit,9/26/2022,Politics,President Wickremesinghe departed Sri Lanka Monday morning on a two day visit to Japan,Sri Lanka president appoints five acting ministers ahead of Japan visit President Wickremesinghe departed Sri Lanka Monday morning on a two day visit to Japan,positive,0.95876193
Sri Lanka power regulatory chief accuses state-run CPC of wrong crude import,9/26/2022,Energy,"""You can’t even run the plant using that crude oil. The only option left for the importers is to drink it,"" he said.","Sri Lanka power regulatory chief accuses state-run CPC of wrong crude import ""You can’t even run the plant using that crude oil. The only option left for the importers is to drink it,"" he said.",negative,-0.998817384
Sri Lanka's state-sanctioned 'agitation site' in wrong place: top defence official,9/26/2022,Defence,The agitation site is located in a recently declared high security zone,Sri Lanka's state-sanctioned 'agitation site' in wrong place: top defence official The agitation site is located in a recently declared high security zone,negative,-0.999640584
Sri Lanka's protestors told to obtain police permission six hours ahead,9/26/2022,Defence,"""No protest should cause obstruction to everyday life or to the economy,"" he said.","Sri Lanka's protestors told to obtain police permission six hours ahead ""No protest should cause obstruction to everyday life or to the economy,"" he said.",negative,-0.936171651
Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-morning trade on heavy-weights,9/26/2022,Markets,ASPI opened green,Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-morning trade on heavy-weights ASPI opened green,negative,-0.996601939
Sri Lanka plantations call for new model as wage talks loom,9/26/2022,Agriculture,Plantations losing labour,Sri Lanka plantations call for new model as wage talks loom Plantations losing labour,negative,-0.992660761
Sri Lanka 's Inland Revenue collections top 60-pct of 2022 target by Aug: Minister,9/26/2022,Economy,We have to collect taxes while the economy is contracting,Sri Lanka 's Inland Revenue collections top 60-pct of 2022 target by Aug: Minister We have to collect taxes while the economy is contracting,negative,-0.933563113
Sri Lanka rupee debt in US$20bn IFR hair cut as economy inflates,9/25/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka central government rupee debt falls to US$32.4bn equivalent from US$50.5 billion,Sri Lanka rupee debt in US$20bn IFR hair cut as economy inflates Sri Lanka central government rupee debt falls to US$32.4bn equivalent from US$50.5 billion,negative,-0.997511983
"Sri Lanka President to visit Japan, meet ADB chief in the Philippines",9/25/2022,Economy,To join ADB Governors meeting,"Sri Lanka President to visit Japan, meet ADB chief in the Philippines To join ADB Governors meeting",positive,0.990364373
Sri Lanka foreign minister meets China's Wang Yi,9/25/2022,Economy,Had a productive discussion,Sri Lanka foreign minister meets China's Wang Yi Had a productive discussion,positive,0.99935025
"IFC, Hemas partner for digital health service in Sri Lanka",9/24/2022,Health,Sri Lanka is facing shortage of medical practitioners as many have opted to migrate amid economic crisis,"IFC, Hemas partner for digital health service in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka is facing shortage of medical practitioners as many have opted to migrate amid economic crisis",negative,-0.998210192
Sri Lanka Bar Association raises concerns over president's war-time high security zone declaration ,9/24/2022,Democracy,The new declaration comes as people are frustrated with high cost of living amid unaffordable food prices,Sri Lanka Bar Association raises concerns over president's war-time high security zone declaration  The new declaration comes as people are frustrated with high cost of living amid unaffordable food prices,negative,-0.99183625
"Sri Lanka police arrest 84 for ""illegal"" protest after president's high security zone declaration ",9/24/2022,Politics,JVP youth wing is planning to contest the police action in courts on Monday,"Sri Lanka police arrest 84 for ""illegal"" protest after president's high security zone declaration  JVP youth wing is planning to contest the police action in courts on Monday",negative,-0.986450434
Sri Lanka files motion to dismiss action of holdout bond holder,9/24/2022,Economy,.,Sri Lanka files motion to dismiss action of holdout bond holder .,negative,-0.997679651
Sri Lanka to open extended safari park next month to woo tourists ,9/24/2022,Tourism,Sri Lanka is in the process of boosting its tourism amid forex shortage,Sri Lanka to open extended safari park next month to woo tourists  Sri Lanka is in the process of boosting its tourism amid forex shortage,positive,0.994766474
Sri Lanka President asks Buddhist clergies to go for solar panels to reduce electricity bills,9/24/2022,Energy,Sri Lankas has raised electricity tariff up to 75% for domestic purpose usage,Sri Lanka President asks Buddhist clergies to go for solar panels to reduce electricity bills Sri Lankas has raised electricity tariff up to 75% for domestic purpose usage,negative,-0.882558286
Sri Lanka coconut prices fall further at weekly auction,9/24/2022,Agriculture,Margin between highest and lowest prices narrowed this week ,Sri Lanka coconut prices fall further at weekly auction Margin between highest and lowest prices narrowed this week ,negative,-0.992666066
Sri Lanka president brings back war-time high security zones after protests ,9/24/2022,Defence,New HSZ move comes amid speculations over possible protests by people over cost of living.  ,Sri Lanka president brings back war-time high security zones after protests  New HSZ move comes amid speculations over possible protests by people over cost of living.  ,negative,-0.515772462
"Sri Lanka police chief, four others called by Supreme Court over not carrying out order",9/24/2022,Legal,Court ordered the policeman salary to be paid pending the completion of proceedings,"Sri Lanka police chief, four others called by Supreme Court over not carrying out order Court ordered the policeman salary to be paid pending the completion of proceedings",negative,-0.976121306
Sri Lanka has no final decision yet on domestic debt re-structuring,9/23/2022,Economy,Gross Financing Need projected to be over 30-pct of GDP without re-structuring,Sri Lanka has no final decision yet on domestic debt re-structuring Gross Financing Need projected to be over 30-pct of GDP without re-structuring,negative,-0.886686921
Sri Lanka IMF deal nod could be Jan 2023,9/23/2022,Economy,Private debt restructuring by 2Q 2023,Sri Lanka IMF deal nod could be Jan 2023 Private debt restructuring by 2Q 2023,negative,-0.98909843
"Sri Lanka bourse edges down in lower turnover, foreign inflows amid debt restructuring talks",9/23/2022,Markets,Investors have been waiting for the outcome of debt restructuring talks - analysts ,"Sri Lanka bourse edges down in lower turnover, foreign inflows amid debt restructuring talks Investors have been waiting for the outcome of debt restructuring talks - analysts ",negative,-0.997487664
"Sri Lanka govt security yields fall, rupee peg steady as debt restructuring talk outcome awaited",9/23/2022,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka central bank will update its creditors on debt restructuring at the Friday meeting ,"Sri Lanka govt security yields fall, rupee peg steady as debt restructuring talk outcome awaited Sri Lanka central bank will update its creditors on debt restructuring at the Friday meeting ",negative,-0.987318695
Anti-Rabies vaccines among China's RS.650 mln medicine donation to Sri Lanka,9/23/2022,Health,Sri Lanka is facing shortage of drug as it is unable to import amid forex shortage,Anti-Rabies vaccines among China's RS.650 mln medicine donation to Sri Lanka Sri Lanka is facing shortage of drug as it is unable to import amid forex shortage,negative,-0.998455882
Sri Lanka Agripreneurs' Forum recommends 10 proposals to improve access to food,9/23/2022,Agriculture,A meeting was held with the minister and other stakeholders on September 06,Sri Lanka Agripreneurs' Forum recommends 10 proposals to improve access to food A meeting was held with the minister and other stakeholders on September 06,positive,0.965860009
Sri Lanka's economic crisis forces public sector to let saree go as office attire,9/23/2022,Economy,"""Wearing a saree reduces productivity because we have to wear appropriate accessories such as heels""","Sri Lanka's economic crisis forces public sector to let saree go as office attire ""Wearing a saree reduces productivity because we have to wear appropriate accessories such as heels""",negative,-0.998744607
Sri Lanka to call for fresh international coal tender amid further power cut threats ,9/23/2022,Energy,The original tender was awarded to Black Sand Commodities FZ-LLC.,Sri Lanka to call for fresh international coal tender amid further power cut threats  The original tender was awarded to Black Sand Commodities FZ-LLC.,negative,-0.996868908
Twenty-seven MPs nominated to Sri Lanka's new National Council,9/23/2022,Politics,Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena will serve as chair of the council,Twenty-seven MPs nominated to Sri Lanka's new National Council Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena will serve as chair of the council,positive,0.99807018
Sri Lanka President allows glyphosate for all crops in Maha season,9/23/2022,Agriculture,Glyphosate use liberalized for six months,Sri Lanka President allows glyphosate for all crops in Maha season Glyphosate use liberalized for six months,negative,-0.909873426
"Sri Lanka to establish broadcast authority to foster ""better, more sophisticated"" media culture",9/23/2022,Free Speech,Cabinet approval was given to appoint a cabinet subcommittee to hold discussions with all stakeholders,"Sri Lanka to establish broadcast authority to foster ""better, more sophisticated"" media culture Cabinet approval was given to appoint a cabinet subcommittee to hold discussions with all stakeholders",negative,-0.92385143
Sri Lanka cabinet nod for agreement with Maldives on joint criminal investigations,9/23/2022,International Relations,The proposal seeks to overcome legal hurdles encountered in joint operations between Sri Lanka and the Maldives,Sri Lanka cabinet nod for agreement with Maldives on joint criminal investigations The proposal seeks to overcome legal hurdles encountered in joint operations between Sri Lanka and the Maldives,positive,0.940217018
Sri Lanka rupee bonds see initial interest from foreign investors,9/23/2022,Economy,High yields and IMF deal prospects may ,Sri Lanka rupee bonds see initial interest from foreign investors High yields and IMF deal prospects may ,positive,0.991357327
"Sri Lanka gets backing from Japan, bi-lateral lender envoys for debt talks",9/22/2022,Economy,23 Paris Club and Non Paris Club nations participated in the hybrid conference,"Sri Lanka gets backing from Japan, bi-lateral lender envoys for debt talks 23 Paris Club and Non Paris Club nations participated in the hybrid conference",positive,0.515566468
Sri Lanka stocks up on beaten financials; investors await for CB's Friday meeting with creditors ,9/22/2022,Markets,Index has been on a rising trend after some positive comments from IMF early this month,Sri Lanka stocks up on beaten financials; investors await for CB's Friday meeting with creditors  Index has been on a rising trend after some positive comments from IMF early this month,positive,0.949086905
"Sri Lanka announces anti-hunger measures after reports of rising malnutrition, fainting students",9/22/2022,Food Security,"Many Sri Lankans have changed their food consumption, eating pattern due to high prices, analysts say","Sri Lanka announces anti-hunger measures after reports of rising malnutrition, fainting students Many Sri Lankans have changed their food consumption, eating pattern due to high prices, analysts say",negative,-0.983998954
"Sri Lanka rupee, government securities stead in dull trade ",9/22/2022,Bonds & Forex,Market awaits for some directions from central bank - dealers ,"Sri Lanka rupee, government securities stead in dull trade  Market awaits for some directions from central bank - dealers ",negative,-0.991997063
Worsening period poverty in Sri Lanka threatens to keep female students home: MP,9/22/2022,Education,"As of September, the price of a 15-napkin pack ranges from 350 to 800 rupees in the market","Worsening period poverty in Sri Lanka threatens to keep female students home: MP As of September, the price of a 15-napkin pack ranges from 350 to 800 rupees in the market",negative,-0.998617053
"Sri Lanka holds ""Ambassadors’ Forum"" on debt restructuring, IMF programme",9/22/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka suspended foreign debt repayment on April 12,"Sri Lanka holds ""Ambassadors’ Forum"" on debt restructuring, IMF programme Sri Lanka suspended foreign debt repayment on April 12",positive,0.829797745
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka likely to resume China FTA talks along with India's CEPA: sources ,9/22/2022,Economy,"Sri Lanka is caught in a geopolitical cold war between China and India, analysts say","Crisis-hit Sri Lanka likely to resume China FTA talks along with India's CEPA: sources  Sri Lanka is caught in a geopolitical cold war between China and India, analysts say",negative,-0.993814826
"US non-profit donates medical supplies worth USD 773,000 to Sri Lanka",9/22/2022,Health,The health minister said 92 of 383 drugs are short in supply though Sri Lanka has 14 of the most vital drugs in stock,"US non-profit donates medical supplies worth USD 773,000 to Sri Lanka The health minister said 92 of 383 drugs are short in supply though Sri Lanka has 14 of the most vital drugs in stock",negative,-0.996015966
Confusion over whether Sri Lanka's IMF deal will be presented to parliament,9/22/2022,Economy,"""The cabinet will be briefed very soon once he received all the details.""","Confusion over whether Sri Lanka's IMF deal will be presented to parliament ""The cabinet will be briefed very soon once he received all the details.""",negative,-0.995264769
Sri Lanka shares gain over 1-pct in mid-morning trade,9/22/2022,Markets,ASPI shot up over 100 points ,Sri Lanka shares gain over 1-pct in mid-morning trade ASPI shot up over 100 points ,negative,-0.961375952
Sri Lanka Peradeniya University student suicide puts spotlight back on ragging,9/22/2022,Education,"“We can’t speak up even if we want to, because we don’t want to get ragged""","Sri Lanka Peradeniya University student suicide puts spotlight back on ragging “We can’t speak up even if we want to, because we don’t want to get ragged""",negative,-0.965770781
"Sri Lanka military too strong at 247,000 in peacetime: legislator",9/22/2022,Economy,"In other countries of the world, when the war is over they voluntarily leave","Sri Lanka military too strong at 247,000 in peacetime: legislator In other countries of the world, when the war is over they voluntarily leave",negative,-0.96600312
Sri Lanka railways seek forex from scrap metal amid currency crisis,9/22/2022,Ground,We are collecting old rails and other metal scrap to sell,Sri Lanka railways seek forex from scrap metal amid currency crisis We are collecting old rails and other metal scrap to sell,negative,-0.99170506
"US Federal Reserve hikes rates, to take out US$95bn a month to tame Powell bubble",9/22/2022,Economy,US money supply already slowing at an unusual rate,"US Federal Reserve hikes rates, to take out US$95bn a month to tame Powell bubble US money supply already slowing at an unusual rate",negative,-0.996148586
Sri Lanka's health minister justifies high taxes for women's sanitary pads,9/22/2022,Health,Sri Lanka has raised the tax on sanitary pads to discourage imports ,Sri Lanka's health minister justifies high taxes for women's sanitary pads Sri Lanka has raised the tax on sanitary pads to discourage imports ,negative,-0.9676283
Sri Lanka power regulator refuses to increase power cut time by 1 hour,9/22/2022,Uncategorized,Failure to secure adequate coal is likely to force the govt to increase power cut duration. ,Sri Lanka power regulator refuses to increase power cut time by 1 hour Failure to secure adequate coal is likely to force the govt to increase power cut duration. ,negative,-0.999021173
Sri Lanka bourse edges up after three-session fall amid continued foreign inflow,9/21/2022,Markets,Profit taking dragged the index down in the last three sessions through Tuesday.,Sri Lanka bourse edges up after three-session fall amid continued foreign inflow Profit taking dragged the index down in the last three sessions through Tuesday.,negative,-0.997759104
"Sri Lanka T-bond yield, rupee guidance peg end steady",9/21/2022,Bonds & Forex,T-bill yields fell across the maturities at a weekly auction earlier in the day,"Sri Lanka T-bond yield, rupee guidance peg end steady T-bill yields fell across the maturities at a weekly auction earlier in the day",negative,-0.998989522
Sri Lanka gets first batch of rice donated by Australia,9/21/2022,Economy,"Launched in June, WFP’s emergency response aims to help 3.4 million of those most at risk","Sri Lanka gets first batch of rice donated by Australia Launched in June, WFP’s emergency response aims to help 3.4 million of those most at risk",positive,0.593673766
Sri Lanka Treasuries auction yields fall across maturities,9/21/2022,Bonds & Forex,The debt office raised all money via the auction this week.,Sri Lanka Treasuries auction yields fall across maturities The debt office raised all money via the auction this week.,negative,-0.995347559
Sri Lanka president meets Commonwealth secretary general in London,9/21/2022,International Relations,Sri Lanka has been looking to improve relations with the West since President Wickremesinghe was sworn in.,Sri Lanka president meets Commonwealth secretary general in London Sri Lanka has been looking to improve relations with the West since President Wickremesinghe was sworn in.,positive,0.980087936
"Sri Lanka nabbed 169 online tobacco, alcohol promoters - state finmin ",9/21/2022,Legal,No government wants to totally discourage smoking and drinking as they are top revenue sources,"Sri Lanka nabbed 169 online tobacco, alcohol promoters - state finmin  No government wants to totally discourage smoking and drinking as they are top revenue sources",negative,-0.958785594
Sri Lanka national inflation reaches 70.2-pct in August,9/21/2022,Economy,The national index is running a little ahead of the Colombo index,Sri Lanka national inflation reaches 70.2-pct in August The national index is running a little ahead of the Colombo index,negative,-0.983101785
"Sri Lanka Army promotes Asian champions in cricket, netball, bodybuilding",9/21/2022,Sports,Army Commander Lt Gen Vikum Liyanage met the sports winners at a ceremony to commemorate their achievements.,"Sri Lanka Army promotes Asian champions in cricket, netball, bodybuilding Army Commander Lt Gen Vikum Liyanage met the sports winners at a ceremony to commemorate their achievements.",positive,0.999616742
Sri Lanka health minister to present report on malnutrition to parliament,9/21/2022,Health,Rambukuwella said the malnutrition issue in the country is being turned into a political issue,Sri Lanka health minister to present report on malnutrition to parliament Rambukuwella said the malnutrition issue in the country is being turned into a political issue,negative,-0.99448216
Oil prices spike after Putin orders partial mobilisation in Ukraine: report,9/21/2022,Economy,Putin's order came as Western media outlets began to express cautious optimism about a possible Ukrainian victory,Oil prices spike after Putin orders partial mobilisation in Ukraine: report Putin's order came as Western media outlets began to express cautious optimism about a possible Ukrainian victory,negative,-0.975665629
Oil prices spike after Putin orders partial mobilisation in Ukraine: report,9/21/2022,Economy,Putin's order came as Western media outlets began to express cautious optimism about a possible Ukrainian victory,Oil prices spike after Putin orders partial mobilisation in Ukraine: report Putin's order came as Western media outlets began to express cautious optimism about a possible Ukrainian victory,negative,-0.975665629
Sri Lanka only has 137 persons who paid income taxes of Rs5mn or more: legislator,9/21/2022,Economy,342 companies paid 82-pct of taxes,Sri Lanka only has 137 persons who paid income taxes of Rs5mn or more: legislator 342 companies paid 82-pct of taxes,negative,-0.980912089
Sri Lanka parliament speaker endorses social security contribution levy bill,9/21/2022,Economy,This bill was passed by majority vote in Parliament on September 08,Sri Lanka parliament speaker endorses social security contribution levy bill This bill was passed by majority vote in Parliament on September 08,positive,0.961148143
Sri Lanka's parliament unanimously passes resolution on National Council,9/21/2022,Politics,"The council will determine, among other things, the priorities of the legislature when formulating national policies","Sri Lanka's parliament unanimously passes resolution on National Council The council will determine, among other things, the priorities of the legislature when formulating national policies",positive,0.991651475
Sri Lanka customs collects Rs450bn up to August: Minister,9/21/2022,Economy,Earns 60-pct of revenues up to August,Sri Lanka customs collects Rs450bn up to August: Minister Earns 60-pct of revenues up to August,negative,-0.9092713
Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-morning trade,9/21/2022,Markets,ASPI up after slipping in three-previous sessions,Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-morning trade ASPI up after slipping in three-previous sessions,negative,-0.983448386
USAID provides additional 65 million dollars in aid to Sri Lanka,9/21/2022,International Relations,This funding has been given to Sri Lankan in addition to a previous funding of 60 dollars million,USAID provides additional 65 million dollars in aid to Sri Lanka This funding has been given to Sri Lankan in addition to a previous funding of 60 dollars million,positive,0.873155832
Sri Lanka mulls using imported rice for animal feed to keep farmgate prices up,9/21/2022,Agriculture,It is alright to import rice for animal feed,Sri Lanka mulls using imported rice for animal feed to keep farmgate prices up It is alright to import rice for animal feed,negative,-0.822936475
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka sees $900 mln tourism revenue in 8 months amid slower recovery ,9/20/2022,Tourism,Crisis-hit Sri Lanka is desperately looking for tourism earning to finance its imports ,Crisis-hit Sri Lanka sees $900 mln tourism revenue in 8 months amid slower recovery  Crisis-hit Sri Lanka is desperately looking for tourism earning to finance its imports ,negative,-0.994428873
Sri Lanka stocks fall for third straight session; net foreign inflow hits over 3-yr high,9/20/2022,Markets,"Expolanka boosts market turnover, foreign inflow ","Sri Lanka stocks fall for third straight session; net foreign inflow hits over 3-yr high Expolanka boosts market turnover, foreign inflow ",negative,-0.990957022
Sri Lanka to call fresh tenders for coal: Minister,9/20/2022,Energy,Cabinet approval will be sought next Thursday to call fresh tenders,Sri Lanka to call fresh tenders for coal: Minister Cabinet approval will be sought next Thursday to call fresh tenders,negative,-0.956672966
"Sri Lanka, India hold initial debt restructuring talks",9/20/2022,Economy,The first round of discussions were held on September 16,"Sri Lanka, India hold initial debt restructuring talks The first round of discussions were held on September 16",positive,0.795892835
"Sri Lanka president meets top commonwealth official, diaspora group amid opposition criticism",9/20/2022,Economy,Wickremesinghe also met King Charles III on Sunday September 18.,"Sri Lanka president meets top commonwealth official, diaspora group amid opposition criticism Wickremesinghe also met King Charles III on Sunday September 18.",positive,0.99623692
"Go solar, Sri Lanka's energy minister tells 'power users' in religious category",9/20/2022,Economy,"“There are no special power stations that generate electricity at a low cost for religious places.""","Go solar, Sri Lanka's energy minister tells 'power users' in religious category “There are no special power stations that generate electricity at a low cost for religious places.""",negative,-0.991864622
Sri Lanka President Ranil Wickremesinghe meets King Charles III,9/20/2022,International Relations,"First lady Maitri Wickramasinghe also took part, the statement said.","Sri Lanka President Ranil Wickremesinghe meets King Charles III First lady Maitri Wickramasinghe also took part, the statement said.",positive,0.997589111
"Sri Lanka to convert govt schools, hospitals to solar power: minister",9/20/2022,Energy,Wijesekara told parliament on Tuesday September 20 that work is already under way in this regard.,"Sri Lanka to convert govt schools, hospitals to solar power: minister Wijesekara told parliament on Tuesday September 20 that work is already under way in this regard.",negative,-0.975967228
Sri Lanka may cut high tax sanitary napkins after currency crisis pushes up price,9/20/2022,Economy,Teachers unions have said school kids were staying away because they could no longer afford sanitary napkins,Sri Lanka may cut high tax sanitary napkins after currency crisis pushes up price Teachers unions have said school kids were staying away because they could no longer afford sanitary napkins,negative,-0.994775295
Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-day trade,9/20/2022,Markets,ASPI fell down for  the third session,Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-day trade ASPI fell down for  the third session,negative,-0.999713004
"Sri Lanka to allow maize, soybean imports on open account",9/20/2022,Economy,Maize and Soybean could be imported by registered poultry feed makers,"Sri Lanka to allow maize, soybean imports on open account Maize and Soybean could be imported by registered poultry feed makers",negative,-0.985755742
Sri Lanka's JKH to up tourism game by striking deal with casino operator,9/20/2022,Economy,Cinnamon Life will transform Colombo as a leisure and entertainment destination for the region,Sri Lanka's JKH to up tourism game by striking deal with casino operator Cinnamon Life will transform Colombo as a leisure and entertainment destination for the region,positive,0.999322057
Israel reluctant to provide job to Sri Lankans after complaints over scams - minister,9/19/2022,Employment,"90% of agricultural workers have not returned to Sri Lanka, says minister ","Israel reluctant to provide job to Sri Lankans after complaints over scams - minister 90% of agricultural workers have not returned to Sri Lanka, says minister ",negative,-0.99848491
"Sri Lanka T-bill yields, rupee guidance peg flat in dull trade",9/19/2022,Bonds & Forex,The secondary market remained dull,"Sri Lanka T-bill yields, rupee guidance peg flat in dull trade The secondary market remained dull",negative,-0.999720991
"Sri Lanka schedules 1-hour-20-minute power cuts for Sep 20, 21",9/19/2022,Energy,"All groups A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V and W will experience a 1 hour and 20-minute power cut","Sri Lanka schedules 1-hour-20-minute power cuts for Sep 20, 21 All groups A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V and W will experience a 1 hour and 20-minute power cut",negative,-0.901014566
"Sri Lanka private bus service in turmoil, must be permitted to refuel anywhere: PBOA",9/19/2022,Transport,"“The allocation of fuel to the transport industry is not an efficient or fair allocation,” he said.","Sri Lanka private bus service in turmoil, must be permitted to refuel anywhere: PBOA “The allocation of fuel to the transport industry is not an efficient or fair allocation,” he said.",negative,-0.999334991
Sri Lanka stocks edge down on profit taking after gaining rally,9/19/2022,Markets,The main index ASPI has gained 10.5 percent in September so far after gaining 17.3 percent in August,Sri Lanka stocks edge down on profit taking after gaining rally The main index ASPI has gained 10.5 percent in September so far after gaining 17.3 percent in August,negative,-0.986723602
"Sri Lanka's JVP gen secy makes dubious claim on IMF deal, says loan ""pittance""",9/19/2022,Economy,Critics of the party have claimed that the party is trying to quietly sow public scepticism about the deal,"Sri Lanka's JVP gen secy makes dubious claim on IMF deal, says loan ""pittance"" Critics of the party have claimed that the party is trying to quietly sow public scepticism about the deal",negative,-0.996483803
"Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata to invest US$152.4mn in mobile, fibre",9/19/2022,ICT,"To expand 4G LTE, fibre networks and Wi-Fi","Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata to invest US$152.4mn in mobile, fibre To expand 4G LTE, fibre networks and Wi-Fi",positive,0.58406055
SriLankan Airlines to sponsor air tickets for children in need of overseas medical care,9/19/2022,Aviation,A doctor or specialist must issue a letter on the patient’s condition,SriLankan Airlines to sponsor air tickets for children in need of overseas medical care A doctor or specialist must issue a letter on the patient’s condition,negative,-0.940442622
Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-day trade,9/19/2022,Markets,"Top losers in the first hour of trade were John Keells Holdings, Expolanka and LOLC Holdings.","Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-day trade Top losers in the first hour of trade were John Keells Holdings, Expolanka and LOLC Holdings.",negative,-0.997921646
Sri Lanka to offer winter tourism refuge from Powell-Lagarde bubble,9/19/2022,Economy,"""We need to provide the right product and think out of the box in this segment. It's highly competitive.""","Sri Lanka to offer winter tourism refuge from Powell-Lagarde bubble ""We need to provide the right product and think out of the box in this segment. It's highly competitive.""",positive,0.998850226
"Sri Lanka budget 2022, tax revenues surge 25-pct up to June in inflation",9/19/2022,Economy,Nominal GDP rise to Rs10.7 trillion in 1H 2022 from Rs8.6 trillion last year. ,"Sri Lanka budget 2022, tax revenues surge 25-pct up to June in inflation Nominal GDP rise to Rs10.7 trillion in 1H 2022 from Rs8.6 trillion last year. ",positive,0.721997797
Sri Lanka rates elevated amid failed float and DDR fears,9/19/2022,Bellwether,Fear of a DDR/IFR event drive rates even higher ,Sri Lanka rates elevated amid failed float and DDR fears Fear of a DDR/IFR event drive rates even higher ,negative,-0.989294529
Sri Lanka Foreign Minister to lead delegation to UN General Assembly,9/18/2022,International Relations,Minister Sabry will deliver his speech on September 24 in the sessions which will be held from September 20 to 26.,Sri Lanka Foreign Minister to lead delegation to UN General Assembly Minister Sabry will deliver his speech on September 24 in the sessions which will be held from September 20 to 26.,positive,0.998184025
Sri Lanka looks for more economic links with Greater Mekong region,9/18/2022,Trade,The Greater Mekong Chamber deals with East Asian countries ,Sri Lanka looks for more economic links with Greater Mekong region The Greater Mekong Chamber deals with East Asian countries ,negative,-0.944521785
"Sri Lanka tea exports down 9.7–pct in August, rupee earnings hit record",9/18/2022,Tea,"The average tea price in August hit 1,951.82 rupees per kilogram","Sri Lanka tea exports down 9.7–pct in August, rupee earnings hit record The average tea price in August hit 1,951.82 rupees per kilogram",negative,-0.993999124
Sri Lanka skilled workers could apply for Korea jobs amid economic crisis: Minister,9/18/2022,Migrant workers,"Workers can earn a minimum of 850,000 rupees","Sri Lanka skilled workers could apply for Korea jobs amid economic crisis: Minister Workers can earn a minimum of 850,000 rupees",negative,-0.986492217
Sri Lanka to meet foreign creditors for debt talks on Sept 23,9/18/2022,Economy,.,Sri Lanka to meet foreign creditors for debt talks on Sept 23 .,positive,0.847910702
"Sri Lanka's NDCU, says dengue controls resumed after fuel received; unions rejects",9/17/2022,Environment,The week ended on September 15 saw 1027 suspected dengue cases reported in 23 districts,"Sri Lanka's NDCU, says dengue controls resumed after fuel received; unions rejects The week ended on September 15 saw 1027 suspected dengue cases reported in 23 districts",negative,-0.98884505
Several Sri Lanka Consular Division offices closed over system breakdown,9/17/2022,Education,"Office in Colombo 01 and regional offices in Jaffna, Trincomalee, Matara, Kandy and Kurunegala are closed ","Several Sri Lanka Consular Division offices closed over system breakdown Office in Colombo 01 and regional offices in Jaffna, Trincomalee, Matara, Kandy and Kurunegala are closed ",negative,-0.999323368
Sri Lanka coconut auction price down 5.1-pct,9/17/2022,Agriculture,Coconut export earning was $483 mln in first 7 months of 2022,Sri Lanka coconut auction price down 5.1-pct Coconut export earning was $483 mln in first 7 months of 2022,negative,-0.989930749
"Sri Lanka Port City, BOI transferred out of Ranil's main ministry",9/17/2022,Economy,Around 10 new cabinet ministers are expected,"Sri Lanka Port City, BOI transferred out of Ranil's main ministry Around 10 new cabinet ministers are expected",negative,-0.724210858
Sri Lanka's Lotus Tower earns Rs 1.6 million on opening day,9/16/2022,Tourism,Aziz said the company has set a total revenue target of 1.1 billion rupees by 2024.,Sri Lanka's Lotus Tower earns Rs 1.6 million on opening day Aziz said the company has set a total revenue target of 1.1 billion rupees by 2024.,positive,0.655920029
Sri Lanka bourse edges down from 5-1/2- month high: sees strong foreign inflow,9/16/2022,Markets,Investor sentiment has turned buoyant after IMF comments ,Sri Lanka bourse edges down from 5-1/2- month high: sees strong foreign inflow Investor sentiment has turned buoyant after IMF comments ,positive,0.843251586
Sri Lanka T-bill yields edge up; rupee guidance peg down,9/16/2022,Bonds & Forex,Rupee guidance peg has been on declining trend in the week,Sri Lanka T-bill yields edge up; rupee guidance peg down Rupee guidance peg has been on declining trend in the week,negative,-0.889399588
Sri Lanka Ports Authority directed to bear damages to Galle Face by protestors: minister,9/16/2022,Politics,"Galle Face is managed by the port and the entire area is owned by the SLPA, an official said.","Sri Lanka Ports Authority directed to bear damages to Galle Face by protestors: minister Galle Face is managed by the port and the entire area is owned by the SLPA, an official said.",negative,-0.992420971
Sri Lanka's Colombo International Book Fair kicks off with 400 stalls,9/16/2022,Arts and Culture,The book fair was opened by Secretary to the Ministry of Education Nihal Ranasingha.,Sri Lanka's Colombo International Book Fair kicks off with 400 stalls The book fair was opened by Secretary to the Ministry of Education Nihal Ranasingha.,positive,0.996626496
"Sri Lanka schedules one-hour daily power cuts for Sep 17, 18 weekend",9/16/2022,Energy,Ratnayake warned that current stocks of coal were only sufficient till the end of October,"Sri Lanka schedules one-hour daily power cuts for Sep 17, 18 weekend Ratnayake warned that current stocks of coal were only sufficient till the end of October",negative,-0.997303247
Sri Lanka govt hospitals prioritising critical surgeries over routine procedures,9/16/2022,Health,“We have had to stop routine surgeries and focus on life saving surgeries because of shortages,Sri Lanka govt hospitals prioritising critical surgeries over routine procedures “We have had to stop routine surgeries and focus on life saving surgeries because of shortages,negative,-0.992992997
Sri Lanka textile factory by Jay Jay Mills in Eravur zone,9/16/2022,Apparel,"India's Jay Jay Mills already has factories employing 9,500 workers","Sri Lanka textile factory by Jay Jay Mills in Eravur zone India's Jay Jay Mills already has factories employing 9,500 workers",negative,-0.98604393
"Sri Lanka unloads fuel, crude after forex shortage delay.",9/16/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka still struggles to smoothen its fuel distribution due to forex shortage created by money printing,"Sri Lanka unloads fuel, crude after forex shortage delay. Sri Lanka still struggles to smoothen its fuel distribution due to forex shortage created by money printing",negative,-0.998730242
Sri Lanka shares fall 0.24-pct in mid-day trade,9/16/2022,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index edged down 24.06 points to 10,048. 32 at 1145 hours.","Sri Lanka shares fall 0.24-pct in mid-day trade The main All Share Price Index edged down 24.06 points to 10,048. 32 at 1145 hours.",negative,-0.99655652
"Sri Lanka services see upturn in August, manufacturing fall slows: PMI",9/16/2022,Economy,"Services PMI goes above 50, manufacturing recovery seen in some sector","Sri Lanka services see upturn in August, manufacturing fall slows: PMI Services PMI goes above 50, manufacturing recovery seen in some sector",negative,-0.999011517
Sri Lanka's Chinese-built Lotus Tower on the lookout for bids for revolving restaurant,9/15/2022,Business,The restaurant's kitchen is placed in the lowest floor and operates with service lifts for waiters.,Sri Lanka's Chinese-built Lotus Tower on the lookout for bids for revolving restaurant The restaurant's kitchen is placed in the lowest floor and operates with service lifts for waiters.,negative,-0.985506773
NDB's 'Vanithabhimana' awards to felicitate Sri Lanka's women volunteers,9/15/2022,Business,"This year's programme will be held in four phases, the bank said in a statement on Thursday September 15.","NDB's 'Vanithabhimana' awards to felicitate Sri Lanka's women volunteers This year's programme will be held in four phases, the bank said in a statement on Thursday September 15.",positive,0.925133884
Yields in Sri Lanka T-bills fall; rupee guidance peg steady,9/15/2022,Bonds & Forex,Rupee peg remained steady ,Yields in Sri Lanka T-bills fall; rupee guidance peg steady Rupee peg remained steady ,negative,-0.993262351
Sri Lanka shares close at 5-1/2 month high amid strong foreign inflows,9/15/2022,Markets,Shares have been on the rise mainly on positive sentiment after the IMF comments.,Sri Lanka shares close at 5-1/2 month high amid strong foreign inflows Shares have been on the rise mainly on positive sentiment after the IMF comments.,positive,0.992041767
Sri Lanka's Chinese-built Lotus Tower limits visiter time to 20 minutes,9/15/2022,Construction and Real Estate,"The tower was initially opened in 2019, but triggered controversy over its purpose. ","Sri Lanka's Chinese-built Lotus Tower limits visiter time to 20 minutes The tower was initially opened in 2019, but triggered controversy over its purpose. ",negative,-0.99012202
Sri Lanka GDP contracts 8.4-pct in 2022 second quarter,9/15/2022,Economy,"Agriculture contracted 8.4 percent, industry 10 percent and services 2.2 percent.","Sri Lanka GDP contracts 8.4-pct in 2022 second quarter Agriculture contracted 8.4 percent, industry 10 percent and services 2.2 percent.",positive,0.550417483
Sri Lanka declares Monday Sep 19 school holiday,9/15/2022,Education,The ministry of public administration and home affairs had previously declared September 19 a national day of mourning,Sri Lanka declares Monday Sep 19 school holiday The ministry of public administration and home affairs had previously declared September 19 a national day of mourning,negative,-0.981647849
"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka president to visit Japan, Manila from Sept 25-30 amid debt restructuring talks",9/15/2022,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka has sought Japan's assistance to facilitate debt restructuring talks,"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka president to visit Japan, Manila from Sept 25-30 amid debt restructuring talks Sri Lanka has sought Japan's assistance to facilitate debt restructuring talks",negative,-0.698556721
Longer power cuts likely in Sri Lanka if coal shipment not secured: union,9/15/2022,Energy,"""If the ministry is able to sign a contract with a supplier now, we should have coal by the end of next month.""","Longer power cuts likely in Sri Lanka if coal shipment not secured: union ""If the ministry is able to sign a contract with a supplier now, we should have coal by the end of next month.""",negative,-0.999362886
"Workplace violence, harassment costs Sri Lankan businesses millions: IFC Study",9/15/2022,Business,Workplace violence and harassment has led to the loss of six working days per employee every year,"Workplace violence, harassment costs Sri Lankan businesses millions: IFC Study Workplace violence and harassment has led to the loss of six working days per employee every year",negative,-0.999203742
"Atlas, Sarvodaya to raise $1.5 mln for underprivileged Sri Lankan children",9/15/2022,Education,"The campaign expects to help 100,000 children “who are most in danger of dropping out of school”","Atlas, Sarvodaya to raise $1.5 mln for underprivileged Sri Lankan children The campaign expects to help 100,000 children “who are most in danger of dropping out of school”",positive,0.508596838
Sri Lanka launches new COVID-19 booster rollout with tourism season set to begin,9/15/2022,Health,Existing vaccination centres around the country will continue to operate all seven days of the week as usual,Sri Lanka launches new COVID-19 booster rollout with tourism season set to begin Existing vaccination centres around the country will continue to operate all seven days of the week as usual,positive,0.987040699
Sri Lanka shares gain over 2.5-pct in mid-day trade,9/15/2022,Markets,Banking shares move the index,Sri Lanka shares gain over 2.5-pct in mid-day trade Banking shares move the index,positive,0.845134854
Sri Lanka to issue no-sex casino licenses for 20-years,9/15/2022,Business,A five year license to cost 500 million rupees,Sri Lanka to issue no-sex casino licenses for 20-years A five year license to cost 500 million rupees,negative,-0.990101576
Sri Lanka may halt rice imports to maintain farmgate paddy prices: Minister,9/15/2022,Agriculture,We decided to progressively reduce it and halt imports,Sri Lanka may halt rice imports to maintain farmgate paddy prices: Minister We decided to progressively reduce it and halt imports,negative,-0.999597728
"Sri Lanka stocks close at fresh over 5-month peak on bank, hotel shares",9/14/2022,Markets,Market sees over 600 million rupees of net foreign inflow,"Sri Lanka stocks close at fresh over 5-month peak on bank, hotel shares Market sees over 600 million rupees of net foreign inflow",positive,0.632695436
"Sri Lanka's rupee guidance peg weakens, yields in govt securities down",9/14/2022,Bonds & Forex,Rupee guidance peg continues to slide,"Sri Lanka's rupee guidance peg weakens, yields in govt securities down Rupee guidance peg continues to slide",negative,-0.999410152
Sri Lanka power regulator launches hotline to explain new electricity tariff,9/14/2022,Energy,PUCSL says still 75% of the power is subsidized ,Sri Lanka power regulator launches hotline to explain new electricity tariff PUCSL says still 75% of the power is subsidized ,negative,-0.990066886
Sri Lanka's Brown Inv expects to negotiate Chinese partnered 4.5 mln MT coal deal with govt,9/14/2022,Energy,Power and Energy Minister has said the govt can't go back on a tender already given.,Sri Lanka's Brown Inv expects to negotiate Chinese partnered 4.5 mln MT coal deal with govt Power and Energy Minister has said the govt can't go back on a tender already given.,negative,-0.985679865
"Sri Lanka sells Rs80bn in mostly 3-month bills, down 18bp",9/14/2022,Bonds & Forex,Rs78 bn in three month bills,"Sri Lanka sells Rs80bn in mostly 3-month bills, down 18bp Rs78 bn in three month bills",negative,-0.993240595
Sri Lanka sets up hotlines for migrant workers looking to import electric vehicle,9/14/2022,Economy,"Migrant workers are now allowed to import an electric vehicle up to a maximum value of 65,000 US dollars.","Sri Lanka sets up hotlines for migrant workers looking to import electric vehicle Migrant workers are now allowed to import an electric vehicle up to a maximum value of 65,000 US dollars.",negative,-0.975123823
Sri Lanka president calls for food security plan amid UN hunger warnings,9/14/2022,Agriculture,"""Sri Lanka needs to work collectively to solve the food issue in the face of the global food crisis.""","Sri Lanka president calls for food security plan amid UN hunger warnings ""Sri Lanka needs to work collectively to solve the food issue in the face of the global food crisis.""",negative,-0.9794541
"UN Food Programme, FOA warn of a Sri Lanka food 'shortage'",9/14/2022,Agriculture,The organisations expect the situation to worsen mainly during October 2022 to February 2023.,"UN Food Programme, FOA warn of a Sri Lanka food 'shortage' The organisations expect the situation to worsen mainly during October 2022 to February 2023.",negative,-0.999190271
Sri Lanka parliament to take up new National Council on Sep 20,9/14/2022,Politics,"The National Council will comprise the Speaker as the Chair, the PM, the opposition leader and other MPs.","Sri Lanka parliament to take up new National Council on Sep 20 The National Council will comprise the Speaker as the Chair, the PM, the opposition leader and other MPs.",positive,0.994698882
Sri Lanka shares gain over 1.5-pct in mid-day trade,9/14/2022,Markets,ASPI reverted from the previous day's slip,Sri Lanka shares gain over 1.5-pct in mid-day trade ASPI reverted from the previous day's slip,negative,-0.989439666
Sri Lanka President relaxes import ban on over 150 items,9/14/2022,Economy,"Toilet paper allowed, squatting pans banned","Sri Lanka President relaxes import ban on over 150 items Toilet paper allowed, squatting pans banned",negative,-0.989264667
"Lotus Tower ticket fake but thanks for the publicity, says Sri Lanka Chinese embassy",9/14/2022,International Relations,"The embassy tweeted Wednesday September 14 morning that the ticket was ""forged"".","Lotus Tower ticket fake but thanks for the publicity, says Sri Lanka Chinese embassy The embassy tweeted Wednesday September 14 morning that the ticket was ""forged"".",negative,-0.95958209
Sri Lanka dreams of dollarized tourism Macau in Mannar,9/14/2022,Economy,We can make the Mannar Island like entertainment location like Macau island,Sri Lanka dreams of dollarized tourism Macau in Mannar We can make the Mannar Island like entertainment location like Macau island,positive,0.994289041
Sri Lanka offers 2032 bonds on tap at 29-pct,9/14/2022,Bonds & Forex,At an auction on Wednesday 45 billion rupees of 2032 bonds offered were all sold,Sri Lanka offers 2032 bonds on tap at 29-pct At an auction on Wednesday 45 billion rupees of 2032 bonds offered were all sold,negative,-0.984517515
Sri Lanka to get maize seeds with Japan support,9/14/2022,Agriculture,JICA to provide 200MT of seed,Sri Lanka to get maize seeds with Japan support JICA to provide 200MT of seed,negative,-0.91588521
"Sri Lanka seeks ""genuine support"" of UNHRC amid calls to address economic crimes",9/14/2022,Human Rights,"Sri Lanka's human rights, economic crisis situation focused at the UNHRC in Geneva","Sri Lanka seeks ""genuine support"" of UNHRC amid calls to address economic crimes Sri Lanka's human rights, economic crisis situation focused at the UNHRC in Geneva",negative,-0.969926953
Sri Lanka's rupee guidance peg edges down; yields in govt securities pick up,9/14/2022,Bonds & Forex,There was thin trading in Treasury bonds and bills ,Sri Lanka's rupee guidance peg edges down; yields in govt securities pick up There was thin trading in Treasury bonds and bills ,negative,-0.999463856
Sri Lanka shares down from over 5-month high amid profit taking,9/14/2022,Markets,Market saw net foreign inflow for the 18th session in the last 21. ,Sri Lanka shares down from over 5-month high amid profit taking Market saw net foreign inflow for the 18th session in the last 21. ,negative,-0.968692183
Sri Lanka raises Rs.48.7 bln via T-bonds,9/13/2022,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka debt office borrowed only around 65% of required amount via T-bonds,Sri Lanka raises Rs.48.7 bln via T-bonds Sri Lanka debt office borrowed only around 65% of required amount via T-bonds,negative,-0.993474066
"Sri Lanka cabinet overwhelmed, claims spokesman defending new appointments",9/13/2022,Politics,"Some ministers have multiple ministries under them so they are overwhelmed with work, he said.","Sri Lanka cabinet overwhelmed, claims spokesman defending new appointments Some ministers have multiple ministries under them so they are overwhelmed with work, he said.",negative,-0.987231672
Sri Lanka to re-allocate US$100mn to buy medicines,9/13/2022,Economy,Re-allocated from urban development and landslides,Sri Lanka to re-allocate US$100mn to buy medicines Re-allocated from urban development and landslides,negative,-0.998842597
"Sri Lanka to talk with Japan, China, Japan on debt re-structuring",9/13/2022,Economy,"Japan, China and India are the main creditors","Sri Lanka to talk with Japan, China, Japan on debt re-structuring Japan, China and India are the main creditors",positive,0.569502056
Sri Lanka's stocks fall in mid-day trade,9/13/2022,Stocks & Companies,Market down after four session,Sri Lanka's stocks fall in mid-day trade Market down after four session,negative,-0.999695539
No discussion on trimming Sri Lanka's state sector but limiting recruitment: minister,9/13/2022,Economy,"In 2021, the government paid 86 cents as salaries and pension payment to public servants from every rupee it earned.","No discussion on trimming Sri Lanka's state sector but limiting recruitment: minister In 2021, the government paid 86 cents as salaries and pension payment to public servants from every rupee it earned.",negative,-0.980503559
Sri Lanka to review industry-crippling import ban every two weeks,9/13/2022,Economy,Pathirana said exemptions have been made for items that have been recognised as essential.,Sri Lanka to review industry-crippling import ban every two weeks Pathirana said exemptions have been made for items that have been recognised as essential.,negative,-0.969673336
"Sri Lanka cabinet, opposition leader, committee chairs will see IMF deal: minister",9/13/2022,Economy,Several opposition legislators have said the IMF deal be tabled in parliament.,"Sri Lanka cabinet, opposition leader, committee chairs will see IMF deal: minister Several opposition legislators have said the IMF deal be tabled in parliament.",positive,0.977021515
Sri Lanka declares Sep 19 govt holiday to mourn Queen Elizabeth II,9/13/2022,International Relations,The president's office also announced on Monday that Wickremesinghe will be attending the queen's funeral.,Sri Lanka declares Sep 19 govt holiday to mourn Queen Elizabeth II The president's office also announced on Monday that Wickremesinghe will be attending the queen's funeral.,positive,0.97742939
Displeasure as Sri Lanka plans to appoint more cabinet ministers,9/13/2022,Political News,Another 10 ministers can be appointed to take it to 30,Displeasure as Sri Lanka plans to appoint more cabinet ministers Another 10 ministers can be appointed to take it to 30,negative,-0.999316692
Sri Lanka agriculture ministry launches green chillies cultivation drive,9/12/2022,Agriculture,The programme was launched in the north central district of Anuradhapura last Saturday September 10.,Sri Lanka agriculture ministry launches green chillies cultivation drive The programme was launched in the north central district of Anuradhapura last Saturday September 10.,positive,0.989622951
Sri Lanka crisis: President meets ADB officials on areas of cooperation,9/12/2022,Economy,Director General of the ADB's South Asian Department Kenichi Yokoyama was present at the discussion.,Sri Lanka crisis: President meets ADB officials on areas of cooperation Director General of the ADB's South Asian Department Kenichi Yokoyama was present at the discussion.,positive,0.994985938
"Sri Lanka bond yields flat, rupee guidance rate down 20 cents",9/12/2022,Bonds & Forex,Debt office has offered to sell 70 billion rupees in T-bonds on Tuesday ,"Sri Lanka bond yields flat, rupee guidance rate down 20 cents Debt office has offered to sell 70 billion rupees in T-bonds on Tuesday ",negative,-0.999410152
Sri Lanka schedules one-hour daily power cut for September 13-16,9/12/2022,Energy,All groups will experience one hour of power cuts between 6.00 pm and 9.00 pm.,Sri Lanka schedules one-hour daily power cut for September 13-16 All groups will experience one hour of power cuts between 6.00 pm and 9.00 pm.,negative,-0.943174243
Sri Lanka's Mangala Samaraweera sorely missed: USAID chief in poignant tribute,9/12/2022,International Relations,"""I hope even as we continue to grieve his absence, we can all continue to take inspiration from his memory.""","Sri Lanka's Mangala Samaraweera sorely missed: USAID chief in poignant tribute ""I hope even as we continue to grieve his absence, we can all continue to take inspiration from his memory.""",positive,0.953198671
Sri Lanka MP acquitted of murder chargers appointed state minister,9/12/2022,Politics,The MP is the 38th state minister appointed by President Wickremesinghe.,Sri Lanka MP acquitted of murder chargers appointed state minister The MP is the 38th state minister appointed by President Wickremesinghe.,positive,0.991967499
Sri Lanka electricity tariff hike: energy minister takes monk to task,9/12/2022,Energy,"“This hike is not at all affordable to us, so we say we cannot pay and we refuse to pay,” the monk said.","Sri Lanka electricity tariff hike: energy minister takes monk to task “This hike is not at all affordable to us, so we say we cannot pay and we refuse to pay,” the monk said.",negative,-0.995335519
Sri Lanka actress turned activist Damitha Abeyratne released on bail: report,9/12/2022,Politics,Abeyratne was arrested on September 07 for forcibly entering the president's office.,Sri Lanka actress turned activist Damitha Abeyratne released on bail: report Abeyratne was arrested on September 07 for forcibly entering the president's office.,negative,-0.969384134
Sri Lanka shares shoot up in mid-morning trade,9/12/2022,Stocks & Companies,ASPI gained over 1.4%,Sri Lanka shares shoot up in mid-morning trade ASPI gained over 1.4%,negative,-0.957773864
Sri Lanka private credit negative in July,9/12/2022,Uncategorized,Credit to state enterprises still grew 24.9 billion rupees in July,Sri Lanka private credit negative in July Credit to state enterprises still grew 24.9 billion rupees in July,negative,-0.967510045
Ex-president Rajapaksa resurfaces after Sri Lanka wins big in sports,9/12/2022,Politics,"The ex-president did not, however, congratulate Sri Lanka's national netball team.","Ex-president Rajapaksa resurfaces after Sri Lanka wins big in sports The ex-president did not, however, congratulate Sri Lanka's national netball team.",positive,0.996782303
"Sri Lanka needs political reforms, space for civil society: Power",9/12/2022,Political News,Sri Lanka's vibrant civil society must have the space they need to raise their voices,"Sri Lanka needs political reforms, space for civil society: Power Sri Lanka's vibrant civil society must have the space they need to raise their voices",positive,0.985564291
"Sri Lanka needs responsible borrowing, China co-operation on debt: US",9/12/2022,Economy,Changing habits that gave rise to the accumulation of that debt in the first place important,"Sri Lanka needs responsible borrowing, China co-operation on debt: US Changing habits that gave rise to the accumulation of that debt in the first place important",positive,0.968873978
Sri Lanka's title-wining women netball team set an example to all athletes: President,9/11/2022,Sports,Sri Lanka won the Asian Netball Championship for the second year straight ,Sri Lanka's title-wining women netball team set an example to all athletes: President Sri Lanka won the Asian Netball Championship for the second year straight ,positive,0.99972111
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals dip in August due to bad press in India,9/11/2022,Tourism,Arrivals down 20 percent in August compared to July.,Sri Lanka tourist arrivals dip in August due to bad press in India Arrivals down 20 percent in August compared to July.,negative,-0.998578548
Sri Lanka President to attend Queen Elizabeth's funeral,9/11/2022,International Relations,Royal funeral is to take place on September 19,Sri Lanka President to attend Queen Elizabeth's funeral Royal funeral is to take place on September 19,positive,0.996293128
Sri Lanka's tea prices hit record in August,9/11/2022,Tea,"In the last week of August, Low Grown tea averaged 4.39 dollars a kilogram up from 2.95 a year earlier","Sri Lanka's tea prices hit record in August In the last week of August, Low Grown tea averaged 4.39 dollars a kilogram up from 2.95 a year earlier",negative,-0.986379266
Sri Lanka to get US$40mn from USAID for farming,9/11/2022,Agriculture,The program aims to provide fertilisers up to 1 million farmers,Sri Lanka to get US$40mn from USAID for farming The program aims to provide fertilisers up to 1 million farmers,negative,-0.94640559
Sri Lanka food exporters want faster certification,9/11/2022,Business, Domestic certification bodies urged to widen international recognition,Sri Lanka food exporters want faster certification  Domestic certification bodies urged to widen international recognition,negative,-0.956904769
Sri Lanka fuel ration QR extended to more fuel driven equipment,9/11/2022,Energy,SMS alert to help detect misuse of QR codes,Sri Lanka fuel ration QR extended to more fuel driven equipment SMS alert to help detect misuse of QR codes,negative,-0.995324194
Sri Lanka has potential to benefit and learn from closer engagement with Vietnam,9/11/2022,Economy,I believe there are greater opportunities for co-operation between Sri Lanka and Vietnam.,Sri Lanka has potential to benefit and learn from closer engagement with Vietnam I believe there are greater opportunities for co-operation between Sri Lanka and Vietnam.,positive,0.998553932
"Sri Lanka coal tender runs into controversy, warnings of extended power cuts",9/11/2022,Energy,PUCSL warns of power cuts if coal imports stop,"Sri Lanka coal tender runs into controversy, warnings of extended power cuts PUCSL warns of power cuts if coal imports stop",negative,-0.997580647
MSC changes course to save Sri Lanka whales,9/11/2022,Logistics,MSC to sail 15 away from usual route,MSC changes course to save Sri Lanka whales MSC to sail 15 away from usual route,negative,-0.944051027
Decathlon closes Sri Lanka store after import ban,9/10/2022,Business,Due to the ongoing situation in the country it has become impossible for us to resupply our product ranges,Decathlon closes Sri Lanka store after import ban Due to the ongoing situation in the country it has become impossible for us to resupply our product ranges,negative,-0.999193966
Sri Lanka coconut prices down 3.2-pct at auction,9/10/2022,Agriculture,1.3 mn nuts offered but only 0.95mn sold,Sri Lanka coconut prices down 3.2-pct at auction 1.3 mn nuts offered but only 0.95mn sold,negative,-0.994296968
"Sri Lanka President blocks iPhones, but perks still high",9/10/2022,Political News,IMFLoans! But  37 state ministers,"Sri Lanka President blocks iPhones, but perks still high IMFLoans! But  37 state ministers",negative,-0.961622477
"Sri Lanka's CEB in profits amid rains, price hike",9/10/2022,Energy,CEB has short term debt of Rs100bn,"Sri Lanka's CEB in profits amid rains, price hike CEB has short term debt of Rs100bn",negative,-0.97652787
Sri Lanka stocks gain for third straight session led by market heavyweights ,9/10/2022,Markets,Market has seen 5.52 billion in foreign outflow in last 19 sessions,Sri Lanka stocks gain for third straight session led by market heavyweights  Market has seen 5.52 billion in foreign outflow in last 19 sessions,negative,-0.913835943
Norway to shut Sri Lanka embassy from 2023,9/9/2022,Political News,Five Norwegian missions abroad will be closed. ,Norway to shut Sri Lanka embassy from 2023 Five Norwegian missions abroad will be closed. ,negative,-0.999194443
Sri Lanka's SDB to focus on export oriented and value creating businesses,9/9/2022,Banking,Bank marks 25 years in business,Sri Lanka's SDB to focus on export oriented and value creating businesses Bank marks 25 years in business,positive,0.988677144
Parkinson's detected earlier using Artificial Intelligence: report,9/9/2022,Health,Meanwhile the University of Manchester is testing a simple skin swab that can detect the disease in 03 minutes.,Parkinson's detected earlier using Artificial Intelligence: report Meanwhile the University of Manchester is testing a simple skin swab that can detect the disease in 03 minutes.,negative,-0.991980076
"Sri Lanka bond yields flat, kerb rate Rs369",9/9/2022,Bonds & Forex,TT rates 369  to 370,"Sri Lanka bond yields flat, kerb rate Rs369 TT rates 369  to 370",negative,-0.999661446
Sri Lanka cricket fans get online portal to boost Asia Cup team,9/9/2022,Culture,Sri Lanka is facing Pakistan in the finals,Sri Lanka cricket fans get online portal to boost Asia Cup team Sri Lanka is facing Pakistan in the finals,positive,0.898152113
No weekend power cuts for Sri Lanka,9/9/2022,Energy,One hour power cut on Monday (12),No weekend power cuts for Sri Lanka One hour power cut on Monday (12),negative,-0.940202713
"Sri Lanka signs agreement for 200mn USD ADB loan, 3mn USD Japan grant",9/9/2022,Economy,The acquired funds are to ensure access to food and to protect livelihoods of women and children.,"Sri Lanka signs agreement for 200mn USD ADB loan, 3mn USD Japan grant The acquired funds are to ensure access to food and to protect livelihoods of women and children.",negative,-0.731616437
Human Rights Watch slams Sri Lanka's new state ministry appointments,9/9/2022,Politics,The rights watchdog was also critical of President Wickremesinghe's alleged crackdown on protestors.,Human Rights Watch slams Sri Lanka's new state ministry appointments The rights watchdog was also critical of President Wickremesinghe's alleged crackdown on protestors.,negative,-0.99703145
"Sri Lanka launches online sales facility for gem, jewellery exporters",9/9/2022,Economy,The system was launched on September 08 in Galle. ,"Sri Lanka launches online sales facility for gem, jewellery exporters The system was launched on September 08 in Galle. ",positive,0.970613658
UNDP launches 'Rebuild Sri Lanka' crowdfunding platform,9/9/2022,Economy,Interested parties can contribute to two ailing sectors: healthcare and food.,UNDP launches 'Rebuild Sri Lanka' crowdfunding platform Interested parties can contribute to two ailing sectors: healthcare and food.,positive,0.958454788
Queen's passing: Sri Lanka declares Sep 19 national day of mourning,9/9/2022,International Relations,Opposition leader Sajith Premadasa also tweeted his condolences Friday afternoon.,Queen's passing: Sri Lanka declares Sep 19 national day of mourning Opposition leader Sajith Premadasa also tweeted his condolences Friday afternoon.,negative,-0.783752501
No objection from Sri Lanka central bank chief to tabling IMF deal: Speaker,9/9/2022,Politics,"However, doing so is a decision up to the minister of finance, he said.","No objection from Sri Lanka central bank chief to tabling IMF deal: Speaker However, doing so is a decision up to the minister of finance, he said.",positive,0.981397867
Sri Lanka rooftop solar unit not so expensive compared to bathroom tiles : Officials,9/9/2022,Energy,"“Solar energy is not as expensive as people think,” SIA President Kushan Jayasuriya said.","Sri Lanka rooftop solar unit not so expensive compared to bathroom tiles : Officials “Solar energy is not as expensive as people think,” SIA President Kushan Jayasuriya said.",negative,-0.921469748
"Queen Elizabeth II was symbol of stability, endurance: Sri Lanka president",9/9/2022,International Relations,Sri Lanka's parliament also observed a two-minute silence before it began proceedings on Friday.,"Queen Elizabeth II was symbol of stability, endurance: Sri Lanka president Sri Lanka's parliament also observed a two-minute silence before it began proceedings on Friday.",positive,0.929473102
"Sri Lanka 'social security' levy is a travesty, should be a sunset tax: Harsha",9/9/2022,Economy,Goes against stated tax policy of Wickremesinghe administration,"Sri Lanka 'social security' levy is a travesty, should be a sunset tax: Harsha Goes against stated tax policy of Wickremesinghe administration",negative,-0.998535156
Sri Lanka hotel sells Maldives unit stake,9/9/2022,Business,Sold to China Travel International Investment Hong Kong Limited.,Sri Lanka hotel sells Maldives unit stake Sold to China Travel International Investment Hong Kong Limited.,negative,-0.945212543
Sri Lanka shares end at new over 5-month peak in high turnover helped by Expolanka ,9/9/2022,Markets,Market sees continuous net foreign buying in the last 10 sessions  ,Sri Lanka shares end at new over 5-month peak in high turnover helped by Expolanka  Market sees continuous net foreign buying in the last 10 sessions  ,positive,0.987459302
UK's longest-serving monarch Queen Elizabeth II dies at Balmoral aged 96,9/9/2022,International news,"With her death, her eldest son Charles will be the new King","UK's longest-serving monarch Queen Elizabeth II dies at Balmoral aged 96 With her death, her eldest son Charles will be the new King",positive,0.762806594
Sri Lanka rupee guidance peg edges down; sees dull trade in bonds ,9/8/2022,Bonds & Forex,Bond holders are waiting for some directions on possible local debt restructuring,Sri Lanka rupee guidance peg edges down; sees dull trade in bonds  Bond holders are waiting for some directions on possible local debt restructuring,negative,-0.999492288
Sri Lanka actor-turned-activist Damitha Abeyratne remanded till Sep 14,9/8/2022,Politics,The verdict was made by the Fort Magistrate's Court on Thursday September 08,Sri Lanka actor-turned-activist Damitha Abeyratne remanded till Sep 14 The verdict was made by the Fort Magistrate's Court on Thursday September 08,negative,-0.847582281
"Sri Lanka minister rejects UNICEF malnutrition report, questions data",9/8/2022,Economy,"""There is a significant difference in the results and we can't take this as a final report.” ","Sri Lanka minister rejects UNICEF malnutrition report, questions data ""There is a significant difference in the results and we can't take this as a final report.” ",negative,-0.995987356
Sri Lanka stock market extends trading hours by 30 mins ,9/8/2022,Markets,The total trading hours will be extended to 2.5 hours from Sept. 15,Sri Lanka stock market extends trading hours by 30 mins  The total trading hours will be extended to 2.5 hours from Sept. 15,negative,-0.960676193
Sri Lanka opposition calls for arrested actor-turned-protestor's release,9/8/2022,Politics,"Premadasa retorted: ""What I stand for is not decided by the Rajapaksas.""","Sri Lanka opposition calls for arrested actor-turned-protestor's release Premadasa retorted: ""What I stand for is not decided by the Rajapaksas.""",negative,-0.998919845
Sri Lanka shares gain over 1.7-pct in mid-day trade,9/8/2022,Markets,Market generated a turnover of 3 billion rupees in the first hour of trade ,Sri Lanka shares gain over 1.7-pct in mid-day trade Market generated a turnover of 3 billion rupees in the first hour of trade ,negative,-0.690884888
"Sri Lanka president swears in 37 new state ministers from SLPP, SLFP",9/8/2022,Politics,Repeated calls by Wickremesinghe for an all-party government were either ignored or avoided by opposition parties.,"Sri Lanka president swears in 37 new state ministers from SLPP, SLFP Repeated calls by Wickremesinghe for an all-party government were either ignored or avoided by opposition parties.",negative,-0.998589933
Sri Lanka lawmaking dangerous without judicial review: Kiriella,9/8/2022,Bonds & Forex,In the future when we amend the constitution we have to bring back judicial review,Sri Lanka lawmaking dangerous without judicial review: Kiriella In the future when we amend the constitution we have to bring back judicial review,positive,0.756872177
Sri Lanka foreign reserves at US$1.7bn in August,9/8/2022,Economy,.Reserves have been around US$1.7bn since March 2022,Sri Lanka foreign reserves at US$1.7bn in August .Reserves have been around US$1.7bn since March 2022,negative,-0.988481402
Sri Lanka would be able to use new IMF funding for budget: CB Governor,9/8/2022,Economy,"""But this time, because of this special situation that money can be used to finance the fiscal deficit as well.""","Sri Lanka would be able to use new IMF funding for budget: CB Governor ""But this time, because of this special situation that money can be used to finance the fiscal deficit as well.""",negative,-0.995274544
Key Sri Lankan protester arrested for July offence after agitation near parliament,9/8/2022,Courts,"Protests have been suppressed by arrests, intimidation by police, protesters say, ","Key Sri Lankan protester arrested for July offence after agitation near parliament Protests have been suppressed by arrests, intimidation by police, protesters say, ",negative,-0.959461689
Sri Lanka's CPC says claims of filling station closure are false,9/8/2022,Energy,Filling Station Association has said nearly 300 filling stations have been temporarily closed,Sri Lanka's CPC says claims of filling station closure are false Filling Station Association has said nearly 300 filling stations have been temporarily closed,negative,-0.998400867
Sri Lanka parliament panel to probe over coal purchase deal after minister's request,9/8/2022,Corruption,"Opposition has raised concerns over higher price, lack of transparency on Sri Lanka's largest coal tender ","Sri Lanka parliament panel to probe over coal purchase deal after minister's request Opposition has raised concerns over higher price, lack of transparency on Sri Lanka's largest coal tender ",negative,-0.962884247
"One dead, 2 injured in Sri Lanka's heavy rains; over 200 evacuated -DMC",9/7/2022,Weather and Climate,DMC has repeatedly warned about landslides due to heavy rains ,"One dead, 2 injured in Sri Lanka's heavy rains; over 200 evacuated -DMC DMC has repeatedly warned about landslides due to heavy rains ",negative,-0.966384709
"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka faces increasing child malnutrition, looming protein deficit",9/7/2022,Health,The UNICEF expects the number of malnourished children to rise further,"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka faces increasing child malnutrition, looming protein deficit The UNICEF expects the number of malnourished children to rise further",negative,-0.998032153
Sri Lanka bourse ends at over 5-mo high; Expolanka boosts foreign inflows to over 3-yr high,9/7/2022,Markets,Day's turnover hits over 7-month high; foreign inflows hit highest in 3 years,Sri Lanka bourse ends at over 5-mo high; Expolanka boosts foreign inflows to over 3-yr high Day's turnover hits over 7-month high; foreign inflows hit highest in 3 years,positive,0.993180871
Sri Lanka T-bill yield eases; guidance rupee peg weakens ,9/7/2022,Bonds & Forex,Bond holders waiting for directions over debt restructuring ,Sri Lanka T-bill yield eases; guidance rupee peg weakens  Bond holders waiting for directions over debt restructuring ,negative,-0.986461043
Sri Lanka sells only 14-pct of bill auction amid re-structure concerns,9/7/2022,Bonds & Forex,Last week cut-off reached 27-pct,Sri Lanka sells only 14-pct of bill auction amid re-structure concerns Last week cut-off reached 27-pct,negative,-0.998066127
"UN report says Sri Lanka at critical juncture, calls out economic crimes",9/7/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka’s new government should embark on a national dialogue to advance human rights and reconciliation.,"UN report says Sri Lanka at critical juncture, calls out economic crimes Sri Lanka’s new government should embark on a national dialogue to advance human rights and reconciliation.",negative,-0.922996759
Sri Lanka shares gain over 1-pct in mid-day trade,9/7/2022,Markets,ASPI gained 130.16 points ,Sri Lanka shares gain over 1-pct in mid-day trade ASPI gained 130.16 points ,negative,-0.682366431
Canada eases travel advisory to Sri Lanka from 'orange' to 'yellow' risk level,9/7/2022,Tourism,"Canada has advised Canadians in Sri Lanka to “keep supplies of food, water and fuel"".","Canada eases travel advisory to Sri Lanka from 'orange' to 'yellow' risk level Canada has advised Canadians in Sri Lanka to “keep supplies of food, water and fuel"".",positive,0.926933885
US Treasury Secy assures support for Sri Lanka's debt restructure: president's office,9/7/2022,Economy,"The US will also extend financing assurances and engage with multilaterals, the statement said.","US Treasury Secy assures support for Sri Lanka's debt restructure: president's office The US will also extend financing assurances and engage with multilaterals, the statement said.",positive,0.986334682
China holds key to Sri Lanka's debt restructuring to ease economic crisis,9/7/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka needs to make progress with its negotiations with China before the executive board votes to release the funds.,China holds key to Sri Lanka's debt restructuring to ease economic crisis Sri Lanka needs to make progress with its negotiations with China before the executive board votes to release the funds.,negative,-0.809135556
Sri Lanka Rajapaksa cascading tax could take sales tax over 22-pct: Harsha,9/7/2022,Economy,"""So when added to VAT it will become 20 or 22 percent."" ","Sri Lanka Rajapaksa cascading tax could take sales tax over 22-pct: Harsha ""So when added to VAT it will become 20 or 22 percent."" ",negative,-0.996595085
Sri Lanka President facing crisis with no UNP team,9/7/2022,Political News,I have come in in the middle of this crisis,Sri Lanka President facing crisis with no UNP team I have come in in the middle of this crisis,negative,-0.981970072
Sri Lanka 'radio silence' on domestic debt restructuring after IMF deal: CB Governor,9/7/2022,Economy,That means authorities we should not talk about debt restructuring parameters,Sri Lanka 'radio silence' on domestic debt restructuring after IMF deal: CB Governor That means authorities we should not talk about debt restructuring parameters,negative,-0.969165921
"Sri Lanka imports collapse to 11-year low in July 2022, trade deficit shrinks",9/6/2022,Economy,Imports fall as financial account inflows dry up,"Sri Lanka imports collapse to 11-year low in July 2022, trade deficit shrinks Imports fall as financial account inflows dry up",negative,-0.999494076
Sri Lanka bourse down from over 5-month high; sees foreign outflow  ,9/6/2022,Markets,Market saw net foreign outflow for the 1st time in 16 straight sessions.,Sri Lanka bourse down from over 5-month high; sees foreign outflow   Market saw net foreign outflow for the 1st time in 16 straight sessions.,negative,-0.579419255
Sri Lanka 3-month T-bill yields up; rupee peg steady,9/6/2022,Bonds & Forex,T-bonds more actively traded that T-bills - dealers ,Sri Lanka 3-month T-bill yields up; rupee peg steady T-bonds more actively traded that T-bills - dealers ,negative,-0.973708987
Sri Lanka to go ahead with 22nd constitutional amendment avoiding referendum,9/6/2022,Politics,The Supreme Court has cleared the draft amendment bill subject to some revisions.,Sri Lanka to go ahead with 22nd constitutional amendment avoiding referendum The Supreme Court has cleared the draft amendment bill subject to some revisions.,positive,0.67544812
Sri Lanka donates two tons of Ceylon Tea to flood-hit Pakistan,9/6/2022,International Relations,Foreign Minister Ali Sabry handed over the donation to the Pakistan High Commissioner Umar Farooq Burki.,Sri Lanka donates two tons of Ceylon Tea to flood-hit Pakistan Foreign Minister Ali Sabry handed over the donation to the Pakistan High Commissioner Umar Farooq Burki.,positive,0.661740303
Sri Lanka appoints scrap disposal committee to boost revenue,9/6/2022,Uncategorized,The cash-strapped country is looking at ways to cut down on state expenditure and boost revenue.,Sri Lanka appoints scrap disposal committee to boost revenue The cash-strapped country is looking at ways to cut down on state expenditure and boost revenue.,negative,-0.986581326
"No conspiracy to remove Sri Lanka central bank chief, claims government",9/6/2022,Politics,"""I don't know; maybe the opposition wants him out of that position,"" said Ranatunga.","No conspiracy to remove Sri Lanka central bank chief, claims government ""I don't know; maybe the opposition wants him out of that position,"" said Ranatunga.",negative,-0.992791057
Sri Lanka may consider increased fuel quotas for police-registered tuktuks,9/6/2022,Energy,"“We asked them to register with the police because it will make it easier to identify them.""","Sri Lanka may consider increased fuel quotas for police-registered tuktuks “We asked them to register with the police because it will make it easier to identify them.""",negative,-0.998733222
Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-day trade after five-session gain,9/6/2022,Markets,ASPI opened stronger on Tuesday ,Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-day trade after five-session gain ASPI opened stronger on Tuesday ,negative,-0.996740282
Sri Lanka 22 constitutional amendment gets supreme court nod,9/6/2022,Political News,.,Sri Lanka 22 constitutional amendment gets supreme court nod .,positive,0.976238191
Sri Lanka opposition reiterates calls for IMF deal to be tabled in parliament,9/6/2022,Economy,CBSL Chief Weerasinghe said on Monday that Sri Lanka had no practice of revealing IMF programmes.,Sri Lanka opposition reiterates calls for IMF deal to be tabled in parliament CBSL Chief Weerasinghe said on Monday that Sri Lanka had no practice of revealing IMF programmes.,negative,-0.987646043
Sri Lanka committee to monitor interim budget,9/6/2022,Economy,To look at project management units,Sri Lanka committee to monitor interim budget To look at project management units,positive,0.688564658
"Sri Lanka IMF deal, taxes cannot be revealed to parliament until implemented: CB Governor",9/6/2022,Economy,Basically there is a limit to what can be shared with the public or parliament,"Sri Lanka IMF deal, taxes cannot be revealed to parliament until implemented: CB Governor Basically there is a limit to what can be shared with the public or parliament",negative,-0.990106046
Sri Lanka shares gain for 5th session amid strong foreign inflows ,9/5/2022,Markets,An LOLC merger speculation helps gain,Sri Lanka shares gain for 5th session amid strong foreign inflows  An LOLC merger speculation helps gain,positive,0.977075815
"Sri Lanka expects less votes in upcoming UNHRC session, if resolution vote held",9/5/2022,Human Rights,Sri Lanka is likely to face a new resolution at the upcoming UNHRC session - diplomats ,"Sri Lanka expects less votes in upcoming UNHRC session, if resolution vote held Sri Lanka is likely to face a new resolution at the upcoming UNHRC session - diplomats ",negative,-0.992325902
Liz Truss to become UK’s next prime minister,9/5/2022,World,Monday’s announcement triggered the beginning of a handover from Boris Johnson.,Liz Truss to become UK’s next prime minister Monday’s announcement triggered the beginning of a handover from Boris Johnson.,positive,0.987802446
Sri Lanka schedules daily one-hour power cut from September 06 to 09,9/5/2022,Energy,All groups will have one hour of power cuts between 6.00 pm to 9.00 pm,Sri Lanka schedules daily one-hour power cut from September 06 to 09 All groups will have one hour of power cuts between 6.00 pm to 9.00 pm,negative,-0.93887049
Sri Lanka appoints committee to facilitate repatriation of refugees from India,9/5/2022,Human Rights,The Sri Lanka Deputy High Commissioner’s Office in Chennai is coordinating the efforts in this regard.,Sri Lanka appoints committee to facilitate repatriation of refugees from India The Sri Lanka Deputy High Commissioner’s Office in Chennai is coordinating the efforts in this regard.,positive,0.994525969
"Sri Lanka warned of floods, rough seas if heavy rains continue",9/5/2022,Weather and Climate,The general public has been advised to be vigilant.,"Sri Lanka warned of floods, rough seas if heavy rains continue The general public has been advised to be vigilant.",negative,-0.968030214
"Sri Lanka does not want confrontation at UNHRC, but will oppose anti-constitutional moves",9/5/2022,Human Rights,"""Our ultimate mechanism and solution should lie within the constitutional frame.""","Sri Lanka does not want confrontation at UNHRC, but will oppose anti-constitutional moves ""Our ultimate mechanism and solution should lie within the constitutional frame.""",negative,-0.903093219
Nearly 300 filling stations temporarily closed in Sri Lanka after new payment system,9/5/2022,Energy,"""Only selected stations will get fuel, resulting in stations not on the list not being able to sell fuel on that day.""","Nearly 300 filling stations temporarily closed in Sri Lanka after new payment system ""Only selected stations will get fuel, resulting in stations not on the list not being able to sell fuel on that day.""",negative,-0.998896241
Sri Lanka IMF deal should be be tabled in parliament: Harsha,9/5/2022,Economy,Please table it in the parliament,Sri Lanka IMF deal should be be tabled in parliament: Harsha Please table it in the parliament,negative,-0.985298514
Sri Lanka's state-run Litro reduces cooking gas prices,9/5/2022,Energy,This is the second slashing of prices since the price formula was implemented in July.,Sri Lanka's state-run Litro reduces cooking gas prices This is the second slashing of prices since the price formula was implemented in July.,negative,-0.99465239
Sri Lanka ex president Kumaratunga declares open New Lanka Freedom Party HQ,9/5/2022,Politics,Welgama voted for the interim budget for 2022 presented by President and Finance Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe.,Sri Lanka ex president Kumaratunga declares open New Lanka Freedom Party HQ Welgama voted for the interim budget for 2022 presented by President and Finance Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe.,positive,0.949517608
Sri Lanka real wages down as inflation races ahead,9/5/2022,Economy,Nominal wages up but real wages down,Sri Lanka real wages down as inflation races ahead Nominal wages up but real wages down,negative,-0.99860388
German biz chamber helps Sri Lanka firms enter EU organic market,9/4/2022,Business,Large European food chains participated in the conference ,German biz chamber helps Sri Lanka firms enter EU organic market Large European food chains participated in the conference ,positive,0.982641697
"Sri Lanka airport agency says usually profitable, 2022 a currency loss",9/4/2022,Economy,AASL made profits since 2022,"Sri Lanka airport agency says usually profitable, 2022 a currency loss AASL made profits since 2022",negative,-0.993568003
Sri Lanka to develop power reform plan in a month: Minister,9/4/2022,Energy,The main framework will be presented to the cabinet of ministers by the end of the month,Sri Lanka to develop power reform plan in a month: Minister The main framework will be presented to the cabinet of ministers by the end of the month,positive,0.936742604
"Sri Lanka import substitution, 70s economy get rave reviews as malnutrition widens",9/4/2022,Economy,From one acre there are people who have earned 4 million rupees,"Sri Lanka import substitution, 70s economy get rave reviews as malnutrition widens From one acre there are people who have earned 4 million rupees",positive,0.985741735
IMF boss Georgieva comments on Sri Lanka deal,9/4/2022,Economy,This is an important step forward for Sri Lanka,IMF boss Georgieva comments on Sri Lanka deal This is an important step forward for Sri Lanka,positive,0.999514699
"Sri Lanka telephone, data tariffs up by 20-pct",9/4/2022,Business,This will go into effect from September 05,"Sri Lanka telephone, data tariffs up by 20-pct This will go into effect from September 05",negative,-0.954505861
Sri Lanka exports up 11.8-pct up to July 2022,9/4/2022,Business,Exports of Apparel & Textiles grew 21.55% in July,Sri Lanka exports up 11.8-pct up to July 2022 Exports of Apparel & Textiles grew 21.55% in July,positive,0.989739358
"Sri Lanka President declares fuel, power, health services as essential",9/4/2022,Economy,"The order was issued under powers to make them essential if such services were ""likely to be impeded or interrupted""","Sri Lanka President declares fuel, power, health services as essential The order was issued under powers to make them essential if such services were ""likely to be impeded or interrupted""",negative,-0.965508282
Sri Lanka's Paris Club creditors ready to start debt talks,9/4/2022,Economy,The Paris Club remains at the disposal of Sri Lankan authorities and non-Paris Club official bilateral creditors,Sri Lanka's Paris Club creditors ready to start debt talks The Paris Club remains at the disposal of Sri Lankan authorities and non-Paris Club official bilateral creditors,negative,-0.996905029
Sri Lanka coconut prices fall at auction,9/3/2022,Business,"Buyers offered 1,163.225 nuts at the auction and sold 843,597","Sri Lanka coconut prices fall at auction Buyers offered 1,163.225 nuts at the auction and sold 843,597",negative,-0.973951578
Sri Lanka Parliament to meet again from September 06-09,9/3/2022,Constitutional Amendments,Two Industrial Disputes (Amendment) Bills and the Termination of Employment of Workmen Bill are to be passed.,Sri Lanka Parliament to meet again from September 06-09 Two Industrial Disputes (Amendment) Bills and the Termination of Employment of Workmen Bill are to be passed.,negative,-0.647751987
Sri Lanka minister seeks parliament panel help to import Russian crude,9/3/2022,Energy,The government procurement system does not allow long term contracts.,Sri Lanka minister seeks parliament panel help to import Russian crude The government procurement system does not allow long term contracts.,negative,-0.995602846
Sri Lanka's ousted president returns amid tight security,9/3/2022,Politics,Sources close to Rajapaksa say he will not involve in active politics again ,Sri Lanka's ousted president returns amid tight security Sources close to Rajapaksa say he will not involve in active politics again ,negative,-0.984324217
Sri Lanka domestic debt re-structuring could erode net benefits: Fitch,9/3/2022,Bonds & Forex,A default on local-currency debt could have adverse effects on Sri Lanka’s banking sector,Sri Lanka domestic debt re-structuring could erode net benefits: Fitch A default on local-currency debt could have adverse effects on Sri Lanka’s banking sector,negative,-0.995782971
Sri Lanka stx at over 5-mth high after IMF statement: market sees foreign inflow for 14th session,9/2/2022,Markets,IMF statement is seen as positive for the stock market.,Sri Lanka stx at over 5-mth high after IMF statement: market sees foreign inflow for 14th session IMF statement is seen as positive for the stock market.,positive,0.979518473
Sri Lanka's Litro launches new gas app feature; orders payable in dollars,9/2/2022,Energy,"The feature will be added to Litro’s home delivery app, which was launched in August 2020, Pieris said.","Sri Lanka's Litro launches new gas app feature; orders payable in dollars The feature will be added to Litro’s home delivery app, which was launched in August 2020, Pieris said.",negative,-0.727098107
Sri Lanka's rupee guidance peg against US dollar falls; Govt securities hardly traded ,9/2/2022,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka bond market closely monitors the country's debt restructuring process - analysts ,Sri Lanka's rupee guidance peg against US dollar falls; Govt securities hardly traded  Sri Lanka bond market closely monitors the country's debt restructuring process - analysts ,negative,-0.998849273
Sri Lanka's reforms should be applicable for military as well- MP,9/2/2022,Defence,Sri Lanka's Northern legislators have long complained of heavy military in the region despite end of war,Sri Lanka's reforms should be applicable for military as well- MP Sri Lanka's Northern legislators have long complained of heavy military in the region despite end of war,negative,-0.937453568
"Sri Lanka schedules shorter power cuts for Sep 04, 05, 06",9/2/2022,Energy,"One Monday, power cuts will be one hour in the day time and one hour in the night","Sri Lanka schedules shorter power cuts for Sep 04, 05, 06 One Monday, power cuts will be one hour in the day time and one hour in the night",negative,-0.988920808
Sri Lanka parliament passes 2022 interim budget with 120 votes in favour,9/2/2022,Economy,The budget is aimed at almost doubling the tax-to-GDP ratio to 15 percent by 2025 from 8.2 percent.,Sri Lanka parliament passes 2022 interim budget with 120 votes in favour The budget is aimed at almost doubling the tax-to-GDP ratio to 15 percent by 2025 from 8.2 percent.,negative,-0.789803505
Up to 6.3 million people face food insecurity in cash-strapped Sri Lanka: WFP,9/2/2022,Agriculture,"WFP has secured 1,475 metric tons of rice and 755 metric tons of iron-fortified rice to support 1 million children.","Up to 6.3 million people face food insecurity in cash-strapped Sri Lanka: WFP WFP has secured 1,475 metric tons of rice and 755 metric tons of iron-fortified rice to support 1 million children.",negative,-0.965204418
Sri Lanka to liberalize aviation fuel distribution,9/2/2022,Energy,I believe that would create healthy competition,Sri Lanka to liberalize aviation fuel distribution I believe that would create healthy competition,negative,-0.754358172
Sri Lanka's state-run Litro Gas to drop cooking gas prices from Sep 05,9/2/2022,Energy,"“We hope to maintain prices at a lower level than other institutions, in line with global prices,” Pieris said.","Sri Lanka's state-run Litro Gas to drop cooking gas prices from Sep 05 “We hope to maintain prices at a lower level than other institutions, in line with global prices,” Pieris said.",negative,-0.937871337
"Vietnam rises strongly from Covid, keeps inflation down as 77 national day celebrated",9/2/2022,Vietnam News,Vietnam's exports were US$216bn and imports were US$215bn ,"Vietnam rises strongly from Covid, keeps inflation down as 77 national day celebrated Vietnam's exports were US$216bn and imports were US$215bn ",positive,0.51325345
"Sri Lanka main opposition, dissident MPs to sit out crucial budget vote",9/2/2022,Politics,"""As a party, we have decide to neither support nor oppose President Wickremesinghe's budget.""","Sri Lanka main opposition, dissident MPs to sit out crucial budget vote ""As a party, we have decide to neither support nor oppose President Wickremesinghe's budget.""",negative,-0.980740368
Sri Lanka's CPC earns up to Rs.50 profit from litre of petrol now - Minister ,9/2/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka's politicized petroleum sector has been mostly subsidized in post-independence era.,Sri Lanka's CPC earns up to Rs.50 profit from litre of petrol now - Minister  Sri Lanka's politicized petroleum sector has been mostly subsidized in post-independence era.,negative,-0.949925959
Sri Lanka shares gains in mid-day trade,9/2/2022,Markets,Market generated a turnover of 2.6 billion rupees.,Sri Lanka shares gains in mid-day trade Market generated a turnover of 2.6 billion rupees.,positive,0.982312977
"Sri Lanka CPC assets, accounts to be audited: Minister",9/2/2022,Energy,.,"Sri Lanka CPC assets, accounts to be audited: Minister .",negative,-0.781156778
Sri Lanka president should form stable govt with SLPP: MP Namal Rajapaksa,9/1/2022,Politics,Rajapaksa said the very parties that had demanded an all-party government now appear to have abandoned their call.,Sri Lanka president should form stable govt with SLPP: MP Namal Rajapaksa Rajapaksa said the very parties that had demanded an all-party government now appear to have abandoned their call.,negative,-0.999616981
Sri Lanka stocks end at 5-month high after IMF deal announcement,9/1/2022,Markets,"""Investors expect the economy to recover sooner than later.""","Sri Lanka stocks end at 5-month high after IMF deal announcement ""Investors expect the economy to recover sooner than later.""",negative,-0.99697721
Sri Lanka-China fertilizer kerfuffle: Committee appointed on money paid for shipment,9/1/2022,Agriculture,"The botched deal, analysts say, soured China's relations Sri Lanka. ","Sri Lanka-China fertilizer kerfuffle: Committee appointed on money paid for shipment The botched deal, analysts say, soured China's relations Sri Lanka. ",negative,-0.999703348
"Sri Lanka crisis would deepen if creditors disagree, IMF says amid China concerns",9/1/2022,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka's debt restructuring is caught in geopolitical cold war,"Sri Lanka crisis would deepen if creditors disagree, IMF says amid China concerns Sri Lanka's debt restructuring is caught in geopolitical cold war",negative,-0.989261746
Sri Lanka seeks to meet creditors armed with IMF deal,9/1/2022,Economy,This agreement is a testimony to our commitment to carry out the necessary reforms - President,Sri Lanka seeks to meet creditors armed with IMF deal This agreement is a testimony to our commitment to carry out the necessary reforms - President,positive,0.995519519
Woman found shot dead in Sri Lanka main opposition party office in Kegalle,9/1/2022,Crime,Police have attributed a majority of recent shootings to underworld activity or drug trafficking.,Woman found shot dead in Sri Lanka main opposition party office in Kegalle Police have attributed a majority of recent shootings to underworld activity or drug trafficking.,negative,-0.979935527
"Sri Lanka should have market rupee rate, more taxes, lower inflation for IMF funds",9/1/2022,Economy,It is important to continue on this path with determination,"Sri Lanka should have market rupee rate, more taxes, lower inflation for IMF funds It is important to continue on this path with determination",positive,0.918827772
Sri Lanka shares shoots up in mid-day trade on IMF deal,9/1/2022,Markets,ASPI gained over 2.5% following the $2.9 billion IMF staff-level agreement,Sri Lanka shares shoots up in mid-day trade on IMF deal ASPI gained over 2.5% following the $2.9 billion IMF staff-level agreement,negative,-0.962360084
Sri Lanka and IMF reach deal for US$2.9bn program,9/1/2022,Economy,"Has to raise more tax revenues, re-structure debt","Sri Lanka and IMF reach deal for US$2.9bn program Has to raise more tax revenues, re-structure debt",negative,-0.987125695
Sri Lanka CAA raw material control orders to private firms,9/1/2022,Business,If excess stocks are found the companies the CAA will decide what to do with the stocks.,Sri Lanka CAA raw material control orders to private firms If excess stocks are found the companies the CAA will decide what to do with the stocks.,negative,-0.989349246
Sri Lanka's Noyon Lanka develops eco-friendly plant based dye,9/1/2022,Business,Firm entering global market with Control Union certification,Sri Lanka's Noyon Lanka develops eco-friendly plant based dye Firm entering global market with Control Union certification,positive,0.993860483
"Sri Lanka Chamber welcomes interim budget proposals, calls for implementation",9/1/2022,Economy,We look forward to supporting the policymakers where possible ,"Sri Lanka Chamber welcomes interim budget proposals, calls for implementation We look forward to supporting the policymakers where possible ",positive,0.998367131
"Sri Lanka gets US$200mn from ADB for income support, farming",8/31/2022,Economy,Funds re-allocated from existing programs,"Sri Lanka gets US$200mn from ADB for income support, farming Funds re-allocated from existing programs",negative,-0.99216193
Sri Lanka stocks gain with foreign inflows after interim budget announcement,8/31/2022,Markets,Foreign flows into Sri Lanka stocks turned into net inflow on Wednesday,Sri Lanka stocks gain with foreign inflows after interim budget announcement Foreign flows into Sri Lanka stocks turned into net inflow on Wednesday,negative,-0.973803818
"Sri Lanka NBRO issues landslide evacuation alert amid high rainfall, flood risks",8/31/2022,Weather and Climate,Sri Lanka sees sudden heavy rains after low-level atmospheric disturbance in vicinity,"Sri Lanka NBRO issues landslide evacuation alert amid high rainfall, flood risks Sri Lanka sees sudden heavy rains after low-level atmospheric disturbance in vicinity",negative,-0.96600771
Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion body to revise up 2023 target after interim budget,8/31/2022,Tourism,President Wickremesinghe through interim budget expects 2.5 million tourists in 2023.,Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion body to revise up 2023 target after interim budget President Wickremesinghe through interim budget expects 2.5 million tourists in 2023.,negative,-0.937454402
Sri Lanka opposition leader welcomes dissident ruling party faction to opposition,8/31/2022,Politics,President Wickremesinghe has been making repeated calls for an interim all-party government.,Sri Lanka opposition leader welcomes dissident ruling party faction to opposition President Wickremesinghe has been making repeated calls for an interim all-party government.,positive,0.953893185
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields slightly up,8/31/2022,Bonds & Forex,Guidance peg up,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields slightly up Guidance peg up,negative,-0.847781897
"Sri Lanka import ban should be reversed, addressed by macro policy: Advocata",8/31/2022,Economy,Forex problems should be addressed by macro-economic policy,"Sri Lanka import ban should be reversed, addressed by macro policy: Advocata Forex problems should be addressed by macro-economic policy",negative,-0.982780695
Sri Lanka 3-month bill yield rise 238bp to 32.89-pct,8/31/2022,Bonds & Forex,The 6 and 12 month bills are offered on tap,Sri Lanka 3-month bill yield rise 238bp to 32.89-pct The 6 and 12 month bills are offered on tap,negative,-0.973539352
Sri Lanka inflation rises to 64.3-pct in August,8/31/2022,Economy,Food price rose 93.7 percent in the 12-months to August,Sri Lanka inflation rises to 64.3-pct in August Food price rose 93.7 percent in the 12-months to August,negative,-0.921625435
Sri Lanka's Chinese-built Lotus Tower to be commence operations on Sep 15,8/31/2022,Business,"Quoting the management company, the PMD said bookings have already been made for 15 events by December 31.","Sri Lanka's Chinese-built Lotus Tower to be commence operations on Sep 15 Quoting the management company, the PMD said bookings have already been made for 15 events by December 31.",negative,-0.995451391
"Sri Lanka President's policy direction correct, but could be a cuckoo egg: Harsha",8/31/2022,Legal,Koel egg in a crows net,"Sri Lanka President's policy direction correct, but could be a cuckoo egg: Harsha Koel egg in a crows net",negative,-0.992537677
"Sri Lanka DMC warns of floods, landslides after heavy rains",8/31/2022,Weather and Climate,Sri Lanka sees heavy rains after low-level atmospheric disturbance in vicinity ,"Sri Lanka DMC warns of floods, landslides after heavy rains Sri Lanka sees heavy rains after low-level atmospheric disturbance in vicinity ",negative,-0.9813959
Sri Lanka missed FDIs over delayed project planning by state entities - BOI,8/31/2022,Investment,Sri Lanka's FDI has been around $550 million per year in both 2020 and 2021.,Sri Lanka missed FDIs over delayed project planning by state entities - BOI Sri Lanka's FDI has been around $550 million per year in both 2020 and 2021.,negative,-0.998473942
Circular issued permitting Sri Lanka's migrant workers to import electric vehicle,8/31/2022,Economy,Money transmitted from May to December 2022 is eligible for the incentive scheme.,Circular issued permitting Sri Lanka's migrant workers to import electric vehicle Money transmitted from May to December 2022 is eligible for the incentive scheme.,positive,0.802672148
Sri Lanka shares gain over 2-pct in mid-day trade on positive interim budget,8/31/2022,Markets,Investors accepted the exclusion of capital gains tax from the interim budget ,Sri Lanka shares gain over 2-pct in mid-day trade on positive interim budget Investors accepted the exclusion of capital gains tax from the interim budget ,positive,0.526848257
"Sri Lanka IMF discussions ongoing, talks extended for a day: mission chief",8/31/2022,Economy,IMF to issue statement by September 1st ,"Sri Lanka IMF discussions ongoing, talks extended for a day: mission chief IMF to issue statement by September 1st ",positive,0.590972185
Sri Lanka's arrested uni student protestors will not be detained under PTA: PM,8/31/2022,Free Speech,"The opposition leader said the govt was calling for an all-party government, all the while engaging in ""state terrorism""","Sri Lanka's arrested uni student protestors will not be detained under PTA: PM The opposition leader said the govt was calling for an all-party government, all the while engaging in ""state terrorism""",positive,0.993389249
"Sri Lanka gets 35,000 tourists up to August 28",8/31/2022,Business,"Top three source markets are UK, India and Germany.","Sri Lanka gets 35,000 tourists up to August 28 Top three source markets are UK, India and Germany.",positive,0.99531132
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Dullas group to sit in opposition,8/31/2022,Political News,"""Universal franchise is the means of practically exercising people's sovereignty.""","Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Dullas group to sit in opposition ""Universal franchise is the means of practically exercising people's sovereignty.""",negative,-0.983068585
Sri Lanka's BOI targets one billion dollars in FDI for 2022,8/31/2022,Economy,First half inflows US$400mn,Sri Lanka's BOI targets one billion dollars in FDI for 2022 First half inflows US$400mn,negative,-0.988675475
Sri Lanka President revises budget for stability in monetary meltdown,8/31/2022,Economy,President is budgeting in a sea of monetary instability. Economy to inflate to Rs23.8trn in 2022 from Rs16.8trn,Sri Lanka President revises budget for stability in monetary meltdown President is budgeting in a sea of monetary instability. Economy to inflate to Rs23.8trn in 2022 from Rs16.8trn,negative,-0.98869288
Sri Lanka to allow foreign universities to start branches,8/31/2022,Economy,"For this purpose, the government will provide all facilities through the Board of Investment ","Sri Lanka to allow foreign universities to start branches For this purpose, the government will provide all facilities through the Board of Investment ",positive,0.991360366
Sri Lanka bakery owners shift price control drumbeat from eggs to wheat flour,8/30/2022,Business,"""If there is no flour, we simply cannot produce,” said Jayawardena.","Sri Lanka bakery owners shift price control drumbeat from eggs to wheat flour ""If there is no flour, we simply cannot produce,” said Jayawardena.",negative,-0.992922544
Sri Lanka stocks recover from near 3-wk low in moderate turnover; more gains expected,8/30/2022,Markets,Market up for the first time in six straight sessions,Sri Lanka stocks recover from near 3-wk low in moderate turnover; more gains expected Market up for the first time in six straight sessions,negative,-0.975785553
Sri Lanka reduces retirement age among measures to rationalize state-sector,8/30/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka's bloated state sector has become a burden to the crisis-hit government ,Sri Lanka reduces retirement age among measures to rationalize state-sector Sri Lanka's bloated state sector has become a burden to the crisis-hit government ,negative,-0.997543097
"Sri Lanka sells 9-year bonds at 29.52-pct, 2025 bonds offered on tap",8/30/2022,Bonds & Forex,2025 bonds undersold,"Sri Lanka sells 9-year bonds at 29.52-pct, 2025 bonds offered on tap 2025 bonds undersold",negative,-0.980741858
"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's interim budget aims ambitious revenue, debt cut targets",8/30/2022,Economic Crisis,The country is yet to see the impacts of economic crisis easing.,"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's interim budget aims ambitious revenue, debt cut targets The country is yet to see the impacts of economic crisis easing.",negative,-0.964662194
Sri Lanka 2022 interim budget proposes new targeted welfare system,8/30/2022,Economy,"He said the new mechanism, upon its completion, will also ensure that transparent laws and systems are in place.","Sri Lanka 2022 interim budget proposes new targeted welfare system He said the new mechanism, upon its completion, will also ensure that transparent laws and systems are in place.",positive,0.981409073
Sri Lanka to enact new central bank law amid fears of flexible policy,8/30/2022,Economy,Hopes to stop money printing,Sri Lanka to enact new central bank law amid fears of flexible policy Hopes to stop money printing,negative,-0.995866418
"Sri Lanka to sell down 20-pct state banks shares to workers, depositors",8/30/2022,Banking,All banks in Sri Lanka have faced capital depletion amid bad loans and rate rises,"Sri Lanka to sell down 20-pct state banks shares to workers, depositors All banks in Sri Lanka have faced capital depletion amid bad loans and rate rises",negative,-0.998427629
Sri Lanka to set up SOE restructuring unit,8/30/2022,Economy,Over 60 agencies will be closely monitored,Sri Lanka to set up SOE restructuring unit Over 60 agencies will be closely monitored,positive,0.946649671
"Sri Lanka's state sector to go full electric, no more fuel vehicles: president",8/30/2022,Economy,He said on Tuesday August 30 that the purchase of fuel-run vehicles for state services will be stopped.,"Sri Lanka's state sector to go full electric, no more fuel vehicles: president He said on Tuesday August 30 that the purchase of fuel-run vehicles for state services will be stopped.",negative,-0.999417305
Sri Lanka to make income tax files compulsory,8/30/2022,Economy,All persons above 18 year to open a tax file,Sri Lanka to make income tax files compulsory All persons above 18 year to open a tax file,negative,-0.954558313
Sri Lanka raises VAT to 15%  from Sept. 1: president,8/30/2022,Fiscal,Wickremesinghe said it was unfortunate that the fiscal path Sri Lanka was set on from the years to 2019 was changed.,Sri Lanka raises VAT to 15%  from Sept. 1: president Wickremesinghe said it was unfortunate that the fiscal path Sri Lanka was set on from the years to 2019 was changed.,negative,-0.996872246
Sri Lanka shares over 1-pct gain in mid-day trade,8/30/2022,Markets,Market up on speculation ,Sri Lanka shares over 1-pct gain in mid-day trade Market up on speculation ,negative,-0.972257972
Sri Lanka extends multiple-entry tourist visa to five years,8/30/2022,Tourism,Sri Lanka currently offers one-year multiple entru visas and single entry visas with a sixth-month stay period.,Sri Lanka extends multiple-entry tourist visa to five years Sri Lanka currently offers one-year multiple entru visas and single entry visas with a sixth-month stay period.,negative,-0.624872625
"Sri Lanka infotech, mobile telephony in a fix after import ban",8/30/2022,Economy,IT industry also hit from ban on computer items,"Sri Lanka infotech, mobile telephony in a fix after import ban IT industry also hit from ban on computer items",negative,-0.995357454
US to redouble efforts to support crisis-hit Sri Lanka: Ambassador,8/30/2022,Business,"""US-Sri Lanka bilateral trade already supports more than 180,000 workers supplying exports to the US.""","US to redouble efforts to support crisis-hit Sri Lanka: Ambassador ""US-Sri Lanka bilateral trade already supports more than 180,000 workers supplying exports to the US.""",negative,-0.976842403
Sri Lanka Airlines billion dollar debt to be trimmed before sale,8/30/2022,Aviation,"SriLankan has debt and arrears of US$1,046bn","Sri Lanka Airlines billion dollar debt to be trimmed before sale SriLankan has debt and arrears of US$1,046bn",negative,-0.975928068
"Sri Lanka PM seeks ideas for new oversight committees amid COPE, COPA controversy",8/30/2022,Legal,Parties asked to give proposals by August 31,"Sri Lanka PM seeks ideas for new oversight committees amid COPE, COPA controversy Parties asked to give proposals by August 31",negative,-0.972537518
Sri Lanka stocks end at near 3-wk low after falling five sessions; turnover slumps to 1-mth low,8/29/2022,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks gained to four month high early this month on political stability hope,Sri Lanka stocks end at near 3-wk low after falling five sessions; turnover slumps to 1-mth low Sri Lanka stocks gained to four month high early this month on political stability hope,negative,-0.99665904
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 2 hours 20 mins till Sept 02,8/29/2022,Energy,Coal plant repair has reduced power cuts,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 2 hours 20 mins till Sept 02 Coal plant repair has reduced power cuts,negative,-0.987313926
"Sri Lanka power & energy minister defends ""necessary"" electricity tariff hike",8/29/2022,Consumer Affairs,It costs 32 rupees to generate one unit of electricity.,"Sri Lanka power & energy minister defends ""necessary"" electricity tariff hike It costs 32 rupees to generate one unit of electricity.",negative,-0.938554943
Sri Lanka opposition calls for parliament debate on grim UNICEF report,8/29/2022,Health,"Sri Lanka is now ranked sixth in the world in child malnourishment and second in South Asia, he said.","Sri Lanka opposition calls for parliament debate on grim UNICEF report Sri Lanka is now ranked sixth in the world in child malnourishment and second in South Asia, he said.",negative,-0.979643941
"Sri Lanka to sell 49-percent stake of national carrier's catering, ground-handling units",8/29/2022,Aviation,The airline has racked up losses of 372 billion rupees since management control was taken from Emirates in 2009.,"Sri Lanka to sell 49-percent stake of national carrier's catering, ground-handling units The airline has racked up losses of 372 billion rupees since management control was taken from Emirates in 2009.",negative,-0.999143481
"Sri Lanka's ""independent"" parties to launch grand coalition on September 04",8/29/2022,Politics,"""There is no point in continuing discussions without coming to a workable programme.""","Sri Lanka's ""independent"" parties to launch grand coalition on September 04 ""There is no point in continuing discussions without coming to a workable programme.""",negative,-0.998274207
Sri Lank shares slip in mid-day trade,8/29/2022,Markets,Most liquid index S&P SL20 down 0.50%,Sri Lank shares slip in mid-day trade Most liquid index S&P SL20 down 0.50%,negative,-0.99946326
Sri Lanka main opposition proposes cash transfers for those affected by electricity tariff hike,8/29/2022,Energy,"""As the Samagi Jana Balawegaya, we propose that a direct cash transfer is made to these groups.""","Sri Lanka main opposition proposes cash transfers for those affected by electricity tariff hike ""As the Samagi Jana Balawegaya, we propose that a direct cash transfer is made to these groups.""",negative,-0.984527886
"Sri Lanka energy minister proposes parliament committee on fuel, coal procurement",8/29/2022,Energy,"""As Minister of Power & Energy, I will fully support the setting up of such a committee.""","Sri Lanka energy minister proposes parliament committee on fuel, coal procurement ""As Minister of Power & Energy, I will fully support the setting up of such a committee.""",positive,0.998859882
"Sri Lanka main opposition demands to know if COPE, COPA chairs will be theirs",8/29/2022,Politics,SJB MP Harsha de Silva has already been appointed chair of the Committee on Public Finance.,"Sri Lanka main opposition demands to know if COPE, COPA chairs will be theirs SJB MP Harsha de Silva has already been appointed chair of the Committee on Public Finance.",negative,-0.996162653
Sri Lanka to deploy money laundering law against public amid forex trouble,8/29/2022,Legal,Expat workers blamed for engaging in essential and non-essential imports,Sri Lanka to deploy money laundering law against public amid forex trouble Expat workers blamed for engaging in essential and non-essential imports,negative,-0.979512513
Sri Lanka tax revenues grow 29-pct up to May amid inflation,8/29/2022,Economy,Printed money bigger than budget deficit,Sri Lanka tax revenues grow 29-pct up to May amid inflation Printed money bigger than budget deficit,negative,-0.981152773
Sri Lanka's mid-grown Ceylon tea prices up 13-pct,8/28/2022,Tea,This week 4.7 million kilograms were offered for sale.,Sri Lanka's mid-grown Ceylon tea prices up 13-pct This week 4.7 million kilograms were offered for sale.,negative,-0.982423961
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hours on August 29,8/28/2022,Energy,Fuel shortages drive power cuts despite coal plant,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hours on August 29 Fuel shortages drive power cuts despite coal plant,negative,-0.991057158
Sri Lanka has enough fuel to distribute : CPC,8/28/2022,Energy,Requests the public not to distress unnecessarily ,Sri Lanka has enough fuel to distribute : CPC Requests the public not to distress unnecessarily ,negative,-0.840651453
Sri Lanka managing without bridging finance using current inflows: CB Governor,8/28/2022,Economy,But now even without the bridging financing we are managing the situation,Sri Lanka managing without bridging finance using current inflows: CB Governor But now even without the bridging financing we are managing the situation,negative,-0.533308148
Sri Lanka power cut reduced to one hour on August 28,8/28/2022,Energy,Coal plant re-connected amid low demand Sunday,Sri Lanka power cut reduced to one hour on August 28 Coal plant re-connected amid low demand Sunday,negative,-0.997149885
Sri Lanka interests 24 firms in CPC fuel distribution network offer,8/28/2022,Energy,"Companies from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, USA, China, India, Russia, UK, Malaysia, Norway and the Philippines ","Sri Lanka interests 24 firms in CPC fuel distribution network offer Companies from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, USA, China, India, Russia, UK, Malaysia, Norway and the Philippines ",positive,0.783144772
Sri Lanka may reduce power cuts after coal plant repair,8/28/2022,Energy,Power cuts to depend on hydro and other fuel,Sri Lanka may reduce power cuts after coal plant repair Power cuts to depend on hydro and other fuel,negative,-0.996402144
"Sri Lanka caught in India, China twitter battle",8/28/2022,Political News,India's High Commission in Sri Lanka has responded to earlier remarks China's ambassador in Colombo.,"Sri Lanka caught in India, China twitter battle India's High Commission in Sri Lanka has responded to earlier remarks China's ambassador in Colombo.",negative,-0.976309896
Sri Lanka import controls are temporary: CB Governor,8/28/2022,Economy,These are temporary measures,Sri Lanka import controls are temporary: CB Governor These are temporary measures,negative,-0.995970488
Sri Lanka orders additional fuel stocks to smooth distribution amid shortage fears,8/28/2022,Energy,Motorists see queues again as many filling stations have run out of fuel stocks.,Sri Lanka orders additional fuel stocks to smooth distribution amid shortage fears Motorists see queues again as many filling stations have run out of fuel stocks.,negative,-0.999299645
"After rejecting for decades, Sri Lanka politicians now want SOE restructuring amid IMF deal talks",8/28/2022,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka has one state employee for 14 people,"After rejecting for decades, Sri Lanka politicians now want SOE restructuring amid IMF deal talks Sri Lanka has one state employee for 14 people",negative,-0.979834139
"Sri Lanka construction sector in deep crisis, govt arrears rise up to Rs150 billion",8/28/2022,Construction and Real Estate,Industry experts say 70% of government construction projects are on hold now.,"Sri Lanka construction sector in deep crisis, govt arrears rise up to Rs150 billion Industry experts say 70% of government construction projects are on hold now.",negative,-0.988613367
Sri Lanka coconut prices fall at auction; price range widens ,8/27/2022,Agriculture,Coconut exports has risen 8% in the first 7 months of 2022 compared to a year earlier.,Sri Lanka coconut prices fall at auction; price range widens  Coconut exports has risen 8% in the first 7 months of 2022 compared to a year earlier.,positive,0.985195518
Sri Lanka Customs seizes Rs.16 mln worth illegal cigarettes; five arrested,8/27/2022,Crime,Suspects attempted to go through Green Channel - Customs,Sri Lanka Customs seizes Rs.16 mln worth illegal cigarettes; five arrested Suspects attempted to go through Green Channel - Customs,negative,-0.992934108
USDA donates 320 MT beans to feed Sri Lankan school children,8/27/2022,Agriculture,Sri Lanka is facing a looming food shortage after ban on fertilizer import,USDA donates 320 MT beans to feed Sri Lankan school children Sri Lanka is facing a looming food shortage after ban on fertilizer import,negative,-0.991743743
Sri Lanka coal deal awarded on 6-month credit amid queries,8/27/2022,Energy,Queries raised on awardee,Sri Lanka coal deal awarded on 6-month credit amid queries Queries raised on awardee,negative,-0.974737227
Sri Lanka NBRO issues landslide warning amid heavy rainfall expectation,8/27/2022,Environment,"Heavy rainfall exceeding 75-100 mm can be expected in Sabaragamu, Western, Uva and North Western Provinces","Sri Lanka NBRO issues landslide warning amid heavy rainfall expectation Heavy rainfall exceeding 75-100 mm can be expected in Sabaragamu, Western, Uva and North Western Provinces",negative,-0.977892101
"Sri Lanka to cut transaction costs, compete with Undiyal with remittance app",8/27/2022,Economy,Expat workers can claim duty free and other benefits by sending money through Lanka Remit,"Sri Lanka to cut transaction costs, compete with Undiyal with remittance app Expat workers can claim duty free and other benefits by sending money through Lanka Remit",negative,-0.992222965
Anger over Sri Lanka’s ban on balls,8/27/2022,Miscellaneous,The government also banned rackets although eliminating rackets may be a tough nut to crack,Anger over Sri Lanka’s ban on balls The government also banned rackets although eliminating rackets may be a tough nut to crack,negative,-0.990896404
Sri Lanka stocks end week down 2-pct ahead of interim budget,8/27/2022,Markets,There will be selling ahead of the interim budget on August 30,Sri Lanka stocks end week down 2-pct ahead of interim budget There will be selling ahead of the interim budget on August 30,negative,-0.995929897
"Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hours for August 27, 28",8/26/2022,Energy,Weekend to have 3 hours power cuts,"Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hours for August 27, 28 Weekend to have 3 hours power cuts",negative,-0.980074763
"Sri Lanka bond yields flat, kerb rate down",8/26/2022,Bonds & Forex,Bond markets see more activity,"Sri Lanka bond yields flat, kerb rate down Bond markets see more activity",negative,-0.999551117
"Sri Lanka ex-MP Ranjan Ramayanake leaves prison, job offered",8/26/2022,Politics,"""I just offered [Ramanayake] a position as goodwill ambassador to promote Sri Lankan migrant worker welfare globally.""","Sri Lanka ex-MP Ranjan Ramayanake leaves prison, job offered ""I just offered [Ramanayake] a position as goodwill ambassador to promote Sri Lankan migrant worker welfare globally.""",negative,-0.98710233
"Indians visiting Sri Lanka advised to be cautious of fuel situation, currency convertibility",8/26/2022,Energy,"""Our endeavour is to prevent any untoward incident involving Indians outside India.""","Indians visiting Sri Lanka advised to be cautious of fuel situation, currency convertibility ""Our endeavour is to prevent any untoward incident involving Indians outside India.""",negative,-0.950146317
Several European governments relax travel advisories issued for Sri Lanka,8/26/2022,Tourism,"""This is a positive step and I am positive that the winter tourism season will perform well.""","Several European governments relax travel advisories issued for Sri Lanka ""This is a positive step and I am positive that the winter tourism season will perform well.""",positive,0.999822676
Sri Lanka opposition leader vows to have ex-MP Ranjan Ramanayake back in parliament,8/26/2022,Politics,Ramanayake has yet to comment on whether he is interested in getting back into parliament as an SJB MP.,Sri Lanka opposition leader vows to have ex-MP Ranjan Ramanayake back in parliament Ramanayake has yet to comment on whether he is interested in getting back into parliament as an SJB MP.,negative,-0.995856345
Sri Lanka president signs conditional pardon for ex MP Ranjan Ramanayake,8/26/2022,Politics,The pardon was granted on the condition that he would not make any statement critical or derogatory of the judiciary.,Sri Lanka president signs conditional pardon for ex MP Ranjan Ramanayake The pardon was granted on the condition that he would not make any statement critical or derogatory of the judiciary.,negative,-0.821159899
Japan seeks to organise Sri Lanka creditors' meeting on debt crisis: Reuters,8/26/2022,Economy,"However, it is not clear whether top creditor China would join and a lack of clarity remains about Sri Lanka's finances,","Japan seeks to organise Sri Lanka creditors' meeting on debt crisis: Reuters However, it is not clear whether top creditor China would join and a lack of clarity remains about Sri Lanka's finances,",negative,-0.999325633
UK lifts Sri Lanka travel warning,8/26/2022,Business,The UK no longer advises against all but essential travel to Sri Lanka,UK lifts Sri Lanka travel warning The UK no longer advises against all but essential travel to Sri Lanka,positive,0.699006379
"Some missing Sri Lanka Commonwealth athletes found by UK, locations not disclosed",8/26/2022,Sports,"UK Birmingham Police had located about 6 of the missing people, however, locations were not disclosed","Some missing Sri Lanka Commonwealth athletes found by UK, locations not disclosed UK Birmingham Police had located about 6 of the missing people, however, locations were not disclosed",negative,-0.99864465
"Sri Lanka housing hit by protectionist taxes, monopoly power: Developers",8/26/2022,Business, Unjustified protectionism has created a monopoly for a few players with dire consequences on an entire industry,"Sri Lanka housing hit by protectionist taxes, monopoly power: Developers  Unjustified protectionism has created a monopoly for a few players with dire consequences on an entire industry",negative,-0.998452783
"Sri Lanka developers halt new condos after currency collapse, costs skyrocket",8/25/2022,Business,"Steel prices up 350-pct, tiles up 300-pct and some fittings up 500-pct","Sri Lanka developers halt new condos after currency collapse, costs skyrocket Steel prices up 350-pct, tiles up 300-pct and some fittings up 500-pct",negative,-0.998036206
"Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields edge lower, peg steady",8/25/2022,Bonds & Forex,Three months' bill was closed at 30.00/30 percent on Thursday down from 31.00/32.00 percent,"Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields edge lower, peg steady Three months' bill was closed at 30.00/30 percent on Thursday down from 31.00/32.00 percent",negative,-0.99604696
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of three hours for August 26,8/25/2022,Energy,Power cuts of 1 hours and 40 minutes between 01.00 pm and 06.00 pm and 1 hour 20 minutes from 06.00pm to 10.00 pm.,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of three hours for August 26 Power cuts of 1 hours and 40 minutes between 01.00 pm and 06.00 pm and 1 hour 20 minutes from 06.00pm to 10.00 pm.,negative,-0.975994229
Sri Lanka shares down 2-pct on retail sellings and margin calls,8/25/2022,Markets,ASPI lost 183 points ,Sri Lanka shares down 2-pct on retail sellings and margin calls ASPI lost 183 points ,negative,-0.999513745
Fuel queues seen outside several filling stations in Sri Lanka as schools reopen,8/25/2022,Energy,As of August 23 more than six million vehicles have signed up for the QR system.,Fuel queues seen outside several filling stations in Sri Lanka as schools reopen As of August 23 more than six million vehicles have signed up for the QR system.,negative,-0.982146561
Sri Lanka canteen association to launch consumer rights political party,8/25/2022,Consumer Affairs,"“If the parliamentarians can’t ensure our rights, then we might as well do it ourselves.""","Sri Lanka canteen association to launch consumer rights political party “If the parliamentarians can’t ensure our rights, then we might as well do it ourselves.""",negative,-0.991753459
WHO pledges medical aid worth 4.0mn dollars to crisis-hit Sri Lanka,8/25/2022,Health,WHO is in the process of procuring medical supplies in collaboration with WHO’s Regional and Country Offices.,WHO pledges medical aid worth 4.0mn dollars to crisis-hit Sri Lanka WHO is in the process of procuring medical supplies in collaboration with WHO’s Regional and Country Offices.,negative,-0.961241543
Sri Lanka imprisoned ex MP likely to be released Aug 26 or 29: tourism minister,8/25/2022,Politics,"On August 13, Ramanayake signed an affidavit apologising for the charges against him.","Sri Lanka imprisoned ex MP likely to be released Aug 26 or 29: tourism minister On August 13, Ramanayake signed an affidavit apologising for the charges against him.",negative,-0.982538581
"Sri Lanka hotels, software firms with German partners to face human rights law",8/25/2022,Economy,Companies that do not comply may face lose German business partners,"Sri Lanka hotels, software firms with German partners to face human rights law Companies that do not comply may face lose German business partners",negative,-0.999166489
"South Africa president congratulates Sri Lankan counterpart, wants enhanced ties",8/25/2022,International Relations,Ramaphosa noted that South Africa attaches great importance to its relationship with Sri Lanka.,"South Africa president congratulates Sri Lankan counterpart, wants enhanced ties Ramaphosa noted that South Africa attaches great importance to its relationship with Sri Lanka.",positive,0.997779429
Sri Lanka property developers allowed to import tiles,8/25/2022,Business,"Approved condominiums, mixed development projects,  approved hotels and government projects","Sri Lanka property developers allowed to import tiles Approved condominiums, mixed development projects,  approved hotels and government projects",negative,-0.601331949
"Sri Lanka's private bus owners go to UNHRC, EU over unpaid arson compensation",8/25/2022,Crime,"""Nearly 50 buses were burnt down. We informed the the police chief several times.""","Sri Lanka's private bus owners go to UNHRC, EU over unpaid arson compensation ""Nearly 50 buses were burnt down. We informed the the police chief several times.""",negative,-0.997992754
Sri Lanka shares slip over 1-pct in mid-day trade,8/25/2022,Markets,ASPI down 1.24%,Sri Lanka shares slip over 1-pct in mid-day trade ASPI down 1.24%,negative,-0.999218822
Sri Lanka president wants China to dramatically change stance on debt relief,8/25/2022,Economy,"""We have informed the Chinese government [of] the need to restructure [the debt].""","Sri Lanka president wants China to dramatically change stance on debt relief ""We have informed the Chinese government [of] the need to restructure [the debt].""",positive,0.711080551
Sri Lanka farmers showing stronger than expected interest to grow maize: Minister,8/25/2022,Agriculture,"We were planning to increase it to 50,000 to 60,000 hectares","Sri Lanka farmers showing stronger than expected interest to grow maize: Minister We were planning to increase it to 50,000 to 60,000 hectares",positive,0.981324852
Sri Lanka fertilizer tender fails amid banking concerns: Minister,8/25/2022,Agriculture,A tender for 125MT called again,Sri Lanka fertilizer tender fails amid banking concerns: Minister A tender for 125MT called again,negative,-0.999696612
Sri Lanka shares close weaker; ASPI down on retail and banking counters,8/24/2022,Markets,The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell 0.66% ,Sri Lanka shares close weaker; ASPI down on retail and banking counters The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell 0.66% ,negative,-0.999593914
Sri Lanka President meets IMF to hammer out credible plan for creditors,8/24/2022,Economy,An IMF staff level deal with allow negotiations with creditors to begin,Sri Lanka President meets IMF to hammer out credible plan for creditors An IMF staff level deal with allow negotiations with creditors to begin,positive,0.995233238
Sri Lanka MP tables private motion to amend laws to protect LGBTQI+ community,8/24/2022,Human Rights,MP and attorney-at-law Premanath C Dolawatte presented a copy of the bill to the president on Wednesday August 24.,Sri Lanka MP tables private motion to amend laws to protect LGBTQI+ community MP and attorney-at-law Premanath C Dolawatte presented a copy of the bill to the president on Wednesday August 24.,negative,-0.937210739
"Sri Lanka bills yields up, rupee peg steady",8/24/2022,Economy,The investors may be taking precautionary measures until some clarity is given about the local debt restructuring,"Sri Lanka bills yields up, rupee peg steady The investors may be taking precautionary measures until some clarity is given about the local debt restructuring",negative,-0.978403986
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hours for August 25,8/24/2022,Energy,.,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hours for August 25 .,negative,-0.969967961
"Sri Lanka 3-month Treasuries yield up 107bp, not all offered bills sold",8/24/2022,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has sold only 56.7 billion rupees of Treasury bills with most of the money taken from 3-month bills,"Sri Lanka 3-month Treasuries yield up 107bp, not all offered bills sold Sri Lanka has sold only 56.7 billion rupees of Treasury bills with most of the money taken from 3-month bills",negative,-0.992814779
Sri Lanka paddy cultivation hit record in Yala: Minister,8/24/2022,Agriculture,"Yala cultivation of 512,000 ha would be record","Sri Lanka paddy cultivation hit record in Yala: Minister Yala cultivation of 512,000 ha would be record",positive,0.941261888
"Sri Lanka interim budget on Aug 30, followed by four-day debate",8/24/2022,Economy,The interim budget will be debated from Tuesday to Friday that week.,"Sri Lanka interim budget on Aug 30, followed by four-day debate The interim budget will be debated from Tuesday to Friday that week.",negative,-0.718101799
Sri Lanka immigration dept opens separate passport counter for job seekers,8/24/2022,Economy,A growing number of Sri Lankans are looking for jobs overseas due to the country’s economic meltdown.,Sri Lanka immigration dept opens separate passport counter for job seekers A growing number of Sri Lankans are looking for jobs overseas due to the country’s economic meltdown.,negative,-0.906827807
Sri Lanka main opposition SJB denounces use of PTA to detain protestors,8/24/2022,Politics,"""The use of the PA should be completely denounced. The country can’t normalise if we use the PTA.""","Sri Lanka main opposition SJB denounces use of PTA to detain protestors ""The use of the PA should be completely denounced. The country can’t normalise if we use the PTA.""",negative,-0.999042094
Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-day trade on banking and retail shares,8/24/2022,Markets,ASPI down 0.81 percent,Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-day trade on banking and retail shares ASPI down 0.81 percent,negative,-0.999534965
Sri Lanka opposition MP Harsha de Silva chairs first public finance committee meeting,8/24/2022,Economy,"A Social Security Contribution Levy Bill was also approved, said the parliament statement.","Sri Lanka opposition MP Harsha de Silva chairs first public finance committee meeting A Social Security Contribution Levy Bill was also approved, said the parliament statement.",positive,0.993391156
Egg in the face of Sri Lanka President's 'Social Market Economy',8/24/2022,Economy,No sign of abolishing price controls,Egg in the face of Sri Lanka President's 'Social Market Economy' No sign of abolishing price controls,negative,-0.835997403
Sri Lanka President allows imports of electrical bikes,8/23/2022,Economy,Lithium batteries remain on the banned list,Sri Lanka President allows imports of electrical bikes Lithium batteries remain on the banned list,negative,-0.99082607
Sri Lanka halts imports of over 300 items,8/23/2022,Economy,Goods allowed for re-export,Sri Lanka halts imports of over 300 items Goods allowed for re-export,negative,-0.999451697
"Sri Lanka may have to shut loss making SOE, give VRSs: Minister",8/23/2022,Economy,"""We may have to shut down some losses making state enterprises or take other action."" Minister Bandula Gunewardena said.","Sri Lanka may have to shut loss making SOE, give VRSs: Minister ""We may have to shut down some losses making state enterprises or take other action."" Minister Bandula Gunewardena said.",negative,-0.999096394
Sri Lanka continuing payments to multilateral creditors: Minister,8/23/2022,Economy,"""For now, we are continuing the repayments to the world bank, IMF and the ADB.""","Sri Lanka continuing payments to multilateral creditors: Minister ""For now, we are continuing the repayments to the world bank, IMF and the ADB.""",positive,0.949235439
"Sri Lanka shares slip on profit taking in LOLC, JKH",8/23/2022,Markets,The energy and plantation sector is gaining pace again,"Sri Lanka shares slip on profit taking in LOLC, JKH The energy and plantation sector is gaining pace again",negative,-0.980511487
"Sri Lanka to set up rehabilitation bureau for 'addicts, militants, extremists'",8/23/2022,Legal,"It is expected to oversee treatment, rehabilitation, post-protection and related activities.","Sri Lanka to set up rehabilitation bureau for 'addicts, militants, extremists' It is expected to oversee treatment, rehabilitation, post-protection and related activities.",positive,0.650833666
Sri Lanka schedules three hour power cuts for August 24,8/23/2022,Energy,Power cuts worsened by coal plant outages,Sri Lanka schedules three hour power cuts for August 24 Power cuts worsened by coal plant outages,negative,-0.993776679
"Sri Lanka Treasuries yield flat, peg steady",8/23/2022,Uncategorized,Commercial banks offered dollars for telegraphic transfers between 368.00 and 370.00,"Sri Lanka Treasuries yield flat, peg steady Commercial banks offered dollars for telegraphic transfers between 368.00 and 370.00",negative,-0.999600589
"UNICEF, Rotary partner to provide essential aid to Sri Lankan families",8/23/2022,International Relations,A fundraising page has been developed to generate the funds required.,"UNICEF, Rotary partner to provide essential aid to Sri Lankan families A fundraising page has been developed to generate the funds required.",positive,0.990544796
Sri Lanka state radio awards solar farm deal,8/23/2022,Economy,The project has been awarded to 3W Power Management Ltd. ,Sri Lanka state radio awards solar farm deal The project has been awarded to 3W Power Management Ltd. ,positive,0.710230529
Sri Lanka to introduce voucher system for school uniforms from 2024,8/23/2022,Education,The voucher system was introduced in 2015 by the Yahapalana government.,Sri Lanka to introduce voucher system for school uniforms from 2024 The voucher system was introduced in 2015 by the Yahapalana government.,positive,0.538260341
Sri Lanka parliament panel approves Rajapaksa regime cascading levy,8/23/2022,Economy,The cascading tax would trigger 'tax on tax' across value chains,Sri Lanka parliament panel approves Rajapaksa regime cascading levy The cascading tax would trigger 'tax on tax' across value chains,positive,0.712867558
Sri Lanka to change laws to facilitate State Timber Corporation exports,8/23/2022,Business,"""Lately the timber corporation has been mostly engaged in value addition activities.""","Sri Lanka to change laws to facilitate State Timber Corporation exports ""Lately the timber corporation has been mostly engaged in value addition activities.""",negative,-0.96846664
Sri Lanka cabinet nod for president's state sector cyber security policy,8/23/2022,Sci-Tech,There's a threat to information and the security of data due to outdated technology and a shortage of qualified staff.,Sri Lanka cabinet nod for president's state sector cyber security policy There's a threat to information and the security of data due to outdated technology and a shortage of qualified staff.,negative,-0.999576151
What should modern independent India be and how can it get there?,8/23/2022,Arts and Culture,"In India, religion and socialism collide and commingle","What should modern independent India be and how can it get there? In India, religion and socialism collide and commingle",negative,-0.965838611
Sri Lanka to cut damage payments to passengers by domestic airlines,8/23/2022,Aviation,Montreal Convention had set a limit of around 60mn per passenger for death or injury,Sri Lanka to cut damage payments to passengers by domestic airlines Montreal Convention had set a limit of around 60mn per passenger for death or injury,negative,-0.994808495
Sri Lanka to replace controversial anti-terror law with new 'National Security Act',8/23/2022,Defence,The PTA has been a controversial counter-terror law that has drawn criticism from human rights activists.,Sri Lanka to replace controversial anti-terror law with new 'National Security Act' The PTA has been a controversial counter-terror law that has drawn criticism from human rights activists.,negative,-0.984907866
Sri Lanka receives medical aid worth one million dollars from Turkiye,8/23/2022,Health,The second batch is expected to reach Sri Lankan waters mid-September.,Sri Lanka receives medical aid worth one million dollars from Turkiye The second batch is expected to reach Sri Lankan waters mid-September.,negative,-0.940347195
Sri Lanka shares steady in mid-day trade,8/23/2022,Markets,Main index slipped within the first 30-mins of trade ,Sri Lanka shares steady in mid-day trade Main index slipped within the first 30-mins of trade ,negative,-0.995611727
Sri Lanka plans to cut budget deficit to 6.8-pct of GDP in 2023,8/23/2022,Economy,Plans to raise taxes and cut spending,Sri Lanka plans to cut budget deficit to 6.8-pct of GDP in 2023 Plans to raise taxes and cut spending,negative,-0.964326441
Sri Lanka given US$4.0bn dollars of support from India: envoy,8/23/2022,Economy,India has given Sri Lanka import credit lines and also deferred payments under the Asian Clearing Union,Sri Lanka given US$4.0bn dollars of support from India: envoy India has given Sri Lanka import credit lines and also deferred payments under the Asian Clearing Union,negative,-0.882873297
Sri Lanka shares gain for third straight session to 1-wk high; market heavyweights lead ,8/23/2022,Markets,Market sees foreign inflows ,Sri Lanka shares gain for third straight session to 1-wk high; market heavyweights lead  Market sees foreign inflows ,negative,-0.802248061
Sri Lanka's anti-terror law under scrutiny again as protestor detention continues,8/22/2022,Human Rights,"First billed as a temporary Act in 1978, the PTA has been used sporadically throughout Sri Lanka’s recent history. ","Sri Lanka's anti-terror law under scrutiny again as protestor detention continues First billed as a temporary Act in 1978, the PTA has been used sporadically throughout Sri Lanka’s recent history. ",negative,-0.990941584
Sri Lanka national inflation up 66.7-pct in July 2022,8/22/2022,Economy,Food prices up 102-pct since money printing accelerated in Feb 2022,Sri Lanka national inflation up 66.7-pct in July 2022 Food prices up 102-pct since money printing accelerated in Feb 2022,negative,-0.93731463
Sri Lanka schedules 3 hour power cuts for August 23,8/22/2022,Energy,Coal plant expected to be back on stream on August 29,Sri Lanka schedules 3 hour power cuts for August 23 Coal plant expected to be back on stream on August 29,negative,-0.968825221
Two Sri Lankans named among top 25 Canadian immigrants,8/22/2022,International Relations,This is an annual awards program that celebrates the achievement of the immigrants in Canada.,Two Sri Lankans named among top 25 Canadian immigrants This is an annual awards program that celebrates the achievement of the immigrants in Canada.,positive,0.99966383
"Sri Lanka Navy seizes petrol hoard worth 900,000 rupees",8/22/2022,Crime,The suspects along with petrol and the vehicles used for the illegal act were handed over to the Kalpitiya Police.,"Sri Lanka Navy seizes petrol hoard worth 900,000 rupees The suspects along with petrol and the vehicles used for the illegal act were handed over to the Kalpitiya Police.",negative,-0.991542816
"Australia to work with India to provide fuel to Sri Lanka's navy, air force",8/22/2022,Defence,Australia recently provided Sri Lanka 75 million US dollars in food and medicine aid. ,"Australia to work with India to provide fuel to Sri Lanka's navy, air force Australia recently provided Sri Lanka 75 million US dollars in food and medicine aid. ",positive,0.916729152
Sri Lanka kerosene price hike: FinMin to identify recipients of cash transfer proposed by president,8/22/2022,Economy,Kerosene was out of stock in the market as Sri Lanka’s sole oil refinery that produced kerosene remained shut.,Sri Lanka kerosene price hike: FinMin to identify recipients of cash transfer proposed by president Kerosene was out of stock in the market as Sri Lanka’s sole oil refinery that produced kerosene remained shut.,negative,-0.999430597
EU concerned Sri Lanka may use anti-terror law on democratic protestors,8/22/2022,Legal,UN has also expressed concern,EU concerned Sri Lanka may use anti-terror law on democratic protestors UN has also expressed concern,negative,-0.950603247
Sri Lanka to make cash transfers to the those hit hard by record kerosene price hike,8/22/2022,Economy,"On Sunday  August 21, Sri Lanka hiked the price of kerosene from 87 rupees per litre to 340 rupees per litre.","Sri Lanka to make cash transfers to the those hit hard by record kerosene price hike On Sunday  August 21, Sri Lanka hiked the price of kerosene from 87 rupees per litre to 340 rupees per litre.",negative,-0.992640555
Sri Lanka's Colombo port container volumes down 9.3-pct in June 2022,8/22/2022,Logistics,Imports and transshipment both down,Sri Lanka's Colombo port container volumes down 9.3-pct in June 2022 Imports and transshipment both down,negative,-0.999731719
Sri Lanka shares gain over 1-pct in mid-day trade,8/22/2022,Markets,ASPI up 1.28%,Sri Lanka shares gain over 1-pct in mid-day trade ASPI up 1.28%,negative,-0.915111542
Sri Lanka Navy seizes smuggled medicines worth 4.5m rupees,8/22/2022,Crime,The Navy suspects the drugs were manufactured overseas.,Sri Lanka Navy seizes smuggled medicines worth 4.5m rupees The Navy suspects the drugs were manufactured overseas.,negative,-0.986971021
Sri Lanka hikes kerosene price 290-pct in steep correction,8/21/2022,Energy,A local refinery began production on August 20 after being closed for months ,Sri Lanka hikes kerosene price 290-pct in steep correction A local refinery began production on August 20 after being closed for months ,negative,-0.993240833
Top UN officials asks Sri Lanka president to not to sign detention orders on IUSF convenor,8/21/2022,Politics,Mudalige was arrested on Thursday August 18.,Top UN officials asks Sri Lanka president to not to sign detention orders on IUSF convenor Mudalige was arrested on Thursday August 18.,negative,-0.989006877
Sri Lanka tea exports down 10-pct in July; dollar and rupee earnings up,8/21/2022,Tea,US dollar earnings were up 2% to 117.5 million dollars in July from a year ago,Sri Lanka tea exports down 10-pct in July; dollar and rupee earnings up US dollar earnings were up 2% to 117.5 million dollars in July from a year ago,negative,-0.988975644
Sri Lanka's petroleum sector trade unions to launch protest on Aug 22 against new reforms,8/21/2022,Energy,"""CPC & CPC reforms are a must & will continue to work to implement them.""","Sri Lanka's petroleum sector trade unions to launch protest on Aug 22 against new reforms ""CPC & CPC reforms are a must & will continue to work to implement them.""",positive,0.998126805
Sri Lanka schedules 3-hour power cuts for Aug 22,8/21/2022,Power,One-hour power cuts were extended due to a breakdown in Norochcholai coal power plant,Sri Lanka schedules 3-hour power cuts for Aug 22 One-hour power cuts were extended due to a breakdown in Norochcholai coal power plant,negative,-0.997244239
Austria donates 27 essential medicines to crisis hit Sri Lanka,8/21/2022,International Relations,The consignment was handed to the High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to India.,Austria donates 27 essential medicines to crisis hit Sri Lanka The consignment was handed to the High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to India.,negative,-0.954309344
Sri Lanka's Sapugaskanda oil refinery to run for 40-days with two oil shipments,8/21/2022,Energy,"A second ship carrying 120,000mt crude oil is expected on the following week.","Sri Lanka's Sapugaskanda oil refinery to run for 40-days with two oil shipments A second ship carrying 120,000mt crude oil is expected on the following week.",negative,-0.995293677
Sri Lanka Navy seizes Kerala cannabis worth 65 mn rupees in Jaffna,8/21/2022,Crime,"""We have arrested about one ton of heroin this year.""","Sri Lanka Navy seizes Kerala cannabis worth 65 mn rupees in Jaffna ""We have arrested about one ton of heroin this year.""",negative,-0.987499416
"Fisheries jobs for 1,047 Sri Lankans in Korea this year: labour ministry",8/21/2022,Economy,Workers who appeared for the test will also be given the opportunity to appear in another field next year.,"Fisheries jobs for 1,047 Sri Lankans in Korea this year: labour ministry Workers who appeared for the test will also be given the opportunity to appear in another field next year.",positive,0.828525782
Sri Lanka to get UN's support to achieve 2030 agenda for sustainable development,8/20/2022,International Relations,At the centre of the Cooperation Framework is a focus on investing in people. the statement said.,Sri Lanka to get UN's support to achieve 2030 agenda for sustainable development At the centre of the Cooperation Framework is a focus on investing in people. the statement said.,positive,0.994600892
Sri Lanka police on lookout for suspects who damaged president's office,8/20/2022,Politics,Police released pictures of the suspects on Saturday August 20.,Sri Lanka police on lookout for suspects who damaged president's office Police released pictures of the suspects on Saturday August 20.,negative,-0.956360579
Sri Lanka's new price controls on eggs could lead to shortages: poultry association,8/20/2022,Economy,"Gunasekara said, under the current circumstances, the production cost per egg is 49 rupees which is above retail price.","Sri Lanka's new price controls on eggs could lead to shortages: poultry association Gunasekara said, under the current circumstances, the production cost per egg is 49 rupees which is above retail price.",negative,-0.996790946
Sri Lanka Customs arrest three Indians suspected of smuggling in jewellery,8/20/2022,Crime,"The total weight of the jewellery was 1,200 grams.","Sri Lanka Customs arrest three Indians suspected of smuggling in jewellery The total weight of the jewellery was 1,200 grams.",negative,-0.98671782
"Sri Lanka's ayurvedic hospital staff protest medicine shortages, corruption",8/20/2022,Health,"“If we are allocated 600 million, we end up seeing only 100 million. This is the economic policy of this country.”","Sri Lanka's ayurvedic hospital staff protest medicine shortages, corruption “If we are allocated 600 million, we end up seeing only 100 million. This is the economic policy of this country.”",negative,-0.993572354
Sri Lanka Coconut prices continue to increase,8/20/2022,Agriculture,"Buyers offered 1,061,961 nuts at the auction and sold 589,239.","Sri Lanka Coconut prices continue to increase Buyers offered 1,061,961 nuts at the auction and sold 589,239.",positive,0.966390967
IMF team in Sri Lanka  policy talks on program from August 24,8/20/2022,Economy,.,IMF team in Sri Lanka  policy talks on program from August 24 .,positive,0.725538313
"Sri Lanka schedules 3-hour power cuts for Aug 20, 21: regulator",8/19/2022,Energy,Power cut durations were extended to three hours last week due to a breakdown at the Norochcholai coal power plant.,"Sri Lanka schedules 3-hour power cuts for Aug 20, 21: regulator Power cut durations were extended to three hours last week due to a breakdown at the Norochcholai coal power plant.",negative,-0.996952653
Sri Lanka guidance peg edges T-bond yield edge down,8/19/2022,Bonds & Forex,Market saw a dull trade in T-bonds and no trade in T-bills,Sri Lanka guidance peg edges T-bond yield edge down Market saw a dull trade in T-bonds and no trade in T-bills,negative,-0.999449074
Sri Lanka records 10 new COVID-19 deaths in 48 hours as case numbers rise,8/19/2022,Health,"In August alone 2,924 new cases were recorded in Sri Lanka, with 84 deaths attributed to the disease.","Sri Lanka records 10 new COVID-19 deaths in 48 hours as case numbers rise In August alone 2,924 new cases were recorded in Sri Lanka, with 84 deaths attributed to the disease.",negative,-0.98462832
Sri Lanka stocks gain as market consolidates after profit taking,8/19/2022,Markets,Market has risen in 14 sessions out of the last 16. ,Sri Lanka stocks gain as market consolidates after profit taking Market has risen in 14 sessions out of the last 16. ,positive,0.952998817
Sri Lanka suspends distribution at filling stations that didn't adopt QR system,8/19/2022,Energy,Authorities have said that any person engaged in black market activities will be fined and jailed.,Sri Lanka suspends distribution at filling stations that didn't adopt QR system Authorities have said that any person engaged in black market activities will be fined and jailed.,negative,-0.998573184
Sri Lanka's protestors must bear costs of damages to Galle Face Green: minister,8/19/2022,Politics,"“Estimates should be taken and a court case should be filed, to find the people responsible.""","Sri Lanka's protestors must bear costs of damages to Galle Face Green: minister “Estimates should be taken and a court case should be filed, to find the people responsible.""",negative,-0.997775257
"India has helped Sri Lanka to best of its ability, will assist with IMF: Jaishankar",8/19/2022,International Relations,"The Asian Century will not happen if the two neighbours could not join hands, he said.","India has helped Sri Lanka to best of its ability, will assist with IMF: Jaishankar The Asian Century will not happen if the two neighbours could not join hands, he said.",positive,0.996158302
Pressure on Sri Lanka's exchange rate is easing: central bank chief,8/19/2022,Economy,"""We are seeing the pressure on the rupee easing as a result of exports growing and imports contracting.""","Pressure on Sri Lanka's exchange rate is easing: central bank chief ""We are seeing the pressure on the rupee easing as a result of exports growing and imports contracting.""",negative,-0.976590097
Australia to provide 25 mn USD in additional emergency aid to Sri Lanka,8/19/2022,International Relations,"“During this challenging period, Australia stands with the people of Sri Lanka.""","Australia to provide 25 mn USD in additional emergency aid to Sri Lanka “During this challenging period, Australia stands with the people of Sri Lanka.""",positive,0.998688638
Sri Lanka energy minister seeks police probe into fuel distribution complaints,8/19/2022,Energy,Wijesekera said the complaint also requests the CID to look into distribution irregularities.,Sri Lanka energy minister seeks police probe into fuel distribution complaints Wijesekera said the complaint also requests the CID to look into distribution irregularities.,negative,-0.98858881
Sri Lanka stocks end steady after CB held policy rates steady; turnover slumps to over 2-wk low,8/18/2022,Markets,Stocks fell in the last two sessions on profit taking,Sri Lanka stocks end steady after CB held policy rates steady; turnover slumps to over 2-wk low Stocks fell in the last two sessions on profit taking,negative,-0.9965837
"Sri Lanka rupee, yields in govt securities slightly changed",8/18/2022,Markets,A guidance peg for interbank transactions weakened by one cent to 360.97 rupees,"Sri Lanka rupee, yields in govt securities slightly changed A guidance peg for interbank transactions weakened by one cent to 360.97 rupees",negative,-0.997583747
Japan grants medical equipment worth 500-mn yen to Sri Lanka govt hospital,8/18/2022,Health,The grant was given in response to a request by Sri Lanka’s government.,Japan grants medical equipment worth 500-mn yen to Sri Lanka govt hospital The grant was given in response to a request by Sri Lanka’s government.,negative,-0.940110922
Sri Lanka immigration on the hunt for Scotswoman who documented protests,8/18/2022,Politics,Immigration officials stated that the police and SSD were on the lookout for Fraser.,Sri Lanka immigration on the hunt for Scotswoman who documented protests Immigration officials stated that the police and SSD were on the lookout for Fraser.,negative,-0.989059925
Selling price in Sri Lanka's apartments increase by over 47 pct: property tracker,8/18/2022,Economy,"The website also recorded a surge in search traffic from countries such as the UK, Australia, US, Canada and UAE.","Selling price in Sri Lanka's apartments increase by over 47 pct: property tracker The website also recorded a surge in search traffic from countries such as the UK, Australia, US, Canada and UAE.",positive,0.971265435
"Sri Lanka economy to shrink over 8-pct in 2022, inflation may peak below 70-pct: CB chief",8/18/2022,Economy,He said inflation may peak around September below 70 percent before showing a downward trend.,"Sri Lanka economy to shrink over 8-pct in 2022, inflation may peak below 70-pct: CB chief He said inflation may peak around September below 70 percent before showing a downward trend.",negative,-0.99698323
Sri Lanka expects to wrap up staff-level agreement with IMF end-August: CBSL,8/18/2022,Economy," At the moment, the Central Bank is in the process analysing its creditors before it reaches out to them.","Sri Lanka expects to wrap up staff-level agreement with IMF end-August: CBSL  At the moment, the Central Bank is in the process analysing its creditors before it reaches out to them.",negative,-0.996011376
Former Sri Lanka minister Mervyn Silva arrested 15 years after he stormed state TV,8/18/2022,Politics,"Police said Silva was arrested at his residence in Pelawatte, Colombo, on Thursday August 18.","Former Sri Lanka minister Mervyn Silva arrested 15 years after he stormed state TV Police said Silva was arrested at his residence in Pelawatte, Colombo, on Thursday August 18.",negative,-0.989739776
Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-day trade,8/18/2022,Markets,Market gained after slipping for two sessions ,Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-day trade Market gained after slipping for two sessions ,negative,-0.90696919
Sri Lanka debt can be made sustainable without re-structuring domestic borrowings: CB Governor,8/18/2022,Economy,There has been no request to restructure domestic debt,Sri Lanka debt can be made sustainable without re-structuring domestic borrowings: CB Governor There has been no request to restructure domestic debt,positive,0.98619926
Sri Lanka Customs seizes 32 tons of illegal scrap metal,8/18/2022,Crime,The total market value of the scrap  metal is estimated to be over 15 million Sri Lankan rupees. ,Sri Lanka Customs seizes 32 tons of illegal scrap metal The total market value of the scrap  metal is estimated to be over 15 million Sri Lankan rupees. ,negative,-0.987151504
Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas reduces cooking gas prices,8/18/2022,Economy,"The new price of a 12.5kg gas cylinder has been reduced by 1,050 rupees effective Wednesday August 17.","Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas reduces cooking gas prices The new price of a 12.5kg gas cylinder has been reduced by 1,050 rupees effective Wednesday August 17.",negative,-0.996324718
Sri Lanka policy rate unchanged amid slowing private credit,8/18/2022,Economy,IMF talks to continue,Sri Lanka policy rate unchanged amid slowing private credit IMF talks to continue,negative,-0.985163391
"Sri Lanka sell Rs60bn mostly in 3-month bills, yield up",8/18/2022,Bonds & Forex,3-month yield up 31bp to 29.44-pct,"Sri Lanka sell Rs60bn mostly in 3-month bills, yield up 3-month yield up 31bp to 29.44-pct",negative,-0.974177659
"Sri Lanka rupee guidance peg, yields in T-bonds little changed ahead of CB policy rates announcement",8/17/2022,Bonds & Forex,Market awaits for directions from the central bank's August 18 policy rates announcement ,"Sri Lanka rupee guidance peg, yields in T-bonds little changed ahead of CB policy rates announcement Market awaits for directions from the central bank's August 18 policy rates announcement ",negative,-0.994774699
Sri Lanka stocks down for second session on profit taking,8/17/2022,Markets,Market down for 2nd time in 14 straight sessions,Sri Lanka stocks down for second session on profit taking Market down for 2nd time in 14 straight sessions,negative,-0.998702526
"Sri Lanka Customs seizes gold biscuits, drugs worth over 450 mn rupees",8/17/2022,Crime,A statement said 9.5kg gold biscuits and 5kg of cocaine were seized on Wednesday August 17.,"Sri Lanka Customs seizes gold biscuits, drugs worth over 450 mn rupees A statement said 9.5kg gold biscuits and 5kg of cocaine were seized on Wednesday August 17.",negative,-0.986767709
Sri Lanka partners with USAID to convert petrol-run tuktuks to electricity,8/17/2022,Business,"The move also aims to promote a greener transportation sector, a statement said.","Sri Lanka partners with USAID to convert petrol-run tuktuks to electricity The move also aims to promote a greener transportation sector, a statement said.",positive,0.996238828
"Multiple bomb, arson attacks rock Thailand's south: Reuters",8/17/2022,World,Peace talks that began in 2013 have faced repeated disruptions.,"Multiple bomb, arson attacks rock Thailand's south: Reuters Peace talks that began in 2013 have faced repeated disruptions.",negative,-0.991461158
"Sri Lanka's runaway ex president to return on Aug 24, 25: cousin",8/17/2022,Politics,Rajapaksa resigned from the presidency after mass protests against the worst economic crisis since Independence.,"Sri Lanka's runaway ex president to return on Aug 24, 25: cousin Rajapaksa resigned from the presidency after mass protests against the worst economic crisis since Independence.",negative,-0.956958234
"Japan PM congratulates Sri Lanka president, hopeful of improved relations",8/17/2022,International Relations,"Kishido said he would like to work in concert with Wickremesinghe to “further develop the cordial ties"".","Japan PM congratulates Sri Lanka president, hopeful of improved relations Kishido said he would like to work in concert with Wickremesinghe to “further develop the cordial ties"".",positive,0.998550475
Sri Lanka relaxed visas to remove a barrier to Korean investment,8/17/2022,International Relations,Korea had been the top foreign investment generator in 80s and it desires to regain that position,Sri Lanka relaxed visas to remove a barrier to Korean investment Korea had been the top foreign investment generator in 80s and it desires to regain that position,positive,0.967143059
Sri Lanka to benefit from access to UK's new trading scheme: high commissioner,8/17/2022,Apparel,"""It will also simplify some season tariffs, meaning additional and simpler access for Sri Lanka's exports to the UK.""","Sri Lanka to benefit from access to UK's new trading scheme: high commissioner ""It will also simplify some season tariffs, meaning additional and simpler access for Sri Lanka's exports to the UK.""",positive,0.951335132
Joining all-party cabinet won't be a 'system change': Sri Lanka opp. leader,8/17/2022,Politics,Among the issues raised was prices of sanitary napkins and menstrual products.,Joining all-party cabinet won't be a 'system change': Sri Lanka opp. leader Among the issues raised was prices of sanitary napkins and menstrual products.,negative,-0.935080826
Sri Lanka shares slip over 2-pct in mid-day trade,8/17/2022,Markets,Market lost over 200 points within the first hour of trade,Sri Lanka shares slip over 2-pct in mid-day trade Market lost over 200 points within the first hour of trade,negative,-0.999628425
Sri Lanka relaxes dollar conversion requirement for service exporters,8/17/2022,Economy,"The proceeds received on or after August 12 will not be required to be converted immediately, CBSL said.","Sri Lanka relaxes dollar conversion requirement for service exporters The proceeds received on or after August 12 will not be required to be converted immediately, CBSL said.",negative,-0.988209724
Sri Lanka gives provisional approval to two wind power projects by Adani Group,8/17/2022,Energy,The announcement came at a time when relations between India and Sri Lanka are being tested.,Sri Lanka gives provisional approval to two wind power projects by Adani Group The announcement came at a time when relations between India and Sri Lanka are being tested.,positive,0.654533565
Sri Lanka to launch new weekend long-distance train and bus service,8/17/2022,Transport,"Two test runs have been completed, he said.","Sri Lanka to launch new weekend long-distance train and bus service Two test runs have been completed, he said.",positive,0.964024901
Sri Lanka rupee guidance peg edges down; yields in govt securities little changed ,8/16/2022,Bonds & Forex,Investors in government's treasury bills and bonds wait for directions from Thursday's policy rate decision,Sri Lanka rupee guidance peg edges down; yields in govt securities little changed  Investors in government's treasury bills and bonds wait for directions from Thursday's policy rate decision,negative,-0.997729361
Sri Lanka shares bucks winning streak on profit taking after gaining 20%,8/16/2022,Markets,Market has been on the rise due political stability hope after months of protests,Sri Lanka shares bucks winning streak on profit taking after gaining 20% Market has been on the rise due political stability hope after months of protests,positive,0.990769088
"Sri Lanka MPs' participation at Chinese ""spy ship"" docking ceremony questioned",8/16/2022,International Relations,"The MPs’ political engagement “in a highly sensitive issue such as this” was “totally unnecessary”, Herath twe...","Sri Lanka MPs' participation at Chinese ""spy ship"" docking ceremony questioned The MPs’ political engagement “in a highly sensitive issue such as this” was “totally unnecessary”, Herath twe...",negative,-0.999346793
Sri Lanka to set up chartered institute of professional journalists,8/16/2022,Media,"""We are setting up this to improve the quality of journalism in the country and to raise it to international standards.""","Sri Lanka to set up chartered institute of professional journalists ""We are setting up this to improve the quality of journalism in the country and to raise it to international standards.""",positive,0.998589456
Sri Lanka to sign MoU with Nepal on cooperation in sci tech development,8/16/2022,International Relations,The MoU had been delayed since June 2021.,Sri Lanka to sign MoU with Nepal on cooperation in sci tech development The MoU had been delayed since June 2021.,negative,-0.994280219
Sri Lanka on track to receiving enough coal till April 2023: regulator,8/16/2022,Energy,"Sri Lanka has enough capacity to manage the next two weeks, while Unit 1 was brought back online.","Sri Lanka on track to receiving enough coal till April 2023: regulator Sri Lanka has enough capacity to manage the next two weeks, while Unit 1 was brought back online.",negative,-0.950818002
No fuel price revision in Sri Lanka for August: energy ministry,8/16/2022,Energy,"“Fuel price revisions will take place again on September 01,” the ministry official said on Tuesday August 16.","No fuel price revision in Sri Lanka for August: energy ministry “Fuel price revisions will take place again on September 01,” the ministry official said on Tuesday August 16.",negative,-0.965271711
Parties opposed to Sri Lanka seeking IMF help must offer alternatives: minister,8/16/2022,Economy,"""For the first time we have defaulted on foreign debt repayment. But we cannot avoid debt,"" he said.","Parties opposed to Sri Lanka seeking IMF help must offer alternatives: minister ""For the first time we have defaulted on foreign debt repayment. But we cannot avoid debt,"" he said.",negative,-0.969314218
"Sri Lanka manufacturing PMI down in July, services marginally up",8/16/2022,Economy,The manufacturing PMI declined to 41.4 from 44.1,"Sri Lanka manufacturing PMI down in July, services marginally up The manufacturing PMI declined to 41.4 from 44.1",negative,-0.999371588
Sri Lanka shares slip over 1-pct in mid-day trade,8/16/2022,Markets,shares pushed down by liquid counters ,Sri Lanka shares slip over 1-pct in mid-day trade shares pushed down by liquid counters ,negative,-0.999660492
"Sri Lanka gearing for 75th independence day; national anthem in Sinhala, Tamil",8/16/2022,Politics,The anthem hasn't been sung in Tamil at an Independence Day celebration since the change of government in November 2019,"Sri Lanka gearing for 75th independence day; national anthem in Sinhala, Tamil The anthem hasn't been sung in Tamil at an Independence Day celebration since the change of government in November 2019",positive,0.914348006
India gifts maritime surveillance aircraft to Sri Lanka amid Chinese 'spy ship' row,8/16/2022,Defence,Wickremesinghe said both countries must commit to further strengthening bilateral relations.,India gifts maritime surveillance aircraft to Sri Lanka amid Chinese 'spy ship' row Wickremesinghe said both countries must commit to further strengthening bilateral relations.,negative,-0.637834907
Chinese tracking vessel Yuan Wang 5 docks at Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port,8/16/2022,International Relations,The ship will be anchored at the Hambantota Port till August 22.,Chinese tracking vessel Yuan Wang 5 docks at Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port The ship will be anchored at the Hambantota Port till August 22.,negative,-0.887353301
Sri Lanka sovereign rating at SD but ISBs downgraded to 'D' by S&P,8/16/2022,Bonds & Forex,Interest on several International Sovereign Bonds have been missed.,Sri Lanka sovereign rating at SD but ISBs downgraded to 'D' by S&P Interest on several International Sovereign Bonds have been missed.,negative,-0.998806596
Sri Lanka rupee guidance peg edges up; market sees dull trade in govt securities ,8/15/2022,Bonds & Forex,The central bank monetary policy scheduled for August 18. ,Sri Lanka rupee guidance peg edges up; market sees dull trade in govt securities  The central bank monetary policy scheduled for August 18. ,negative,-0.999488473
Sri Lanka stocks rally continues for 12th straight session on political stability hopes ,8/15/2022,Markets,The index has risen 19.6% in the last 12 sessions,Sri Lanka stocks rally continues for 12th straight session on political stability hopes  The index has risen 19.6% in the last 12 sessions,negative,-0.790897667
Sri Lanka’s Laugfs Gas makes a loss of 94-pct in June 2022 quarter,8/15/2022,Stocks & Companies,The loss per share for the quarter was 4.53 rupees.,Sri Lanka’s Laugfs Gas makes a loss of 94-pct in June 2022 quarter The loss per share for the quarter was 4.53 rupees.,negative,-0.998800874
Sri Lanka protestor who stormed state-run TV station out on bail,8/15/2022,Politics,"Ali was released on a cash bail of 25,000 rupees and two personal bails of 500,000 rupees each.","Sri Lanka protestor who stormed state-run TV station out on bail Ali was released on a cash bail of 25,000 rupees and two personal bails of 500,000 rupees each.",negative,-0.989446878
Sri Lanka schedules 3-hour power cuts from Aug 16 to 19,8/15/2022,Power,Currently only Unit 3 of the Norochcholai power plant is in operation.,Sri Lanka schedules 3-hour power cuts from Aug 16 to 19 Currently only Unit 3 of the Norochcholai power plant is in operation.,negative,-0.989691198
Sri Lanka Freedom Party yet to decide on joining all-party govt,8/15/2022,Politics,"""We will support the government through committees like the SJB, but there is no decision on taking positions yet.”","Sri Lanka Freedom Party yet to decide on joining all-party govt ""We will support the government through committees like the SJB, but there is no decision on taking positions yet.”",negative,-0.978932202
WHO seeking public assistance in renaming monkeypox to combat stigma,8/15/2022,Health,WHO is holding “open consultation for a new disease name for monkeypox. Anyone wishing to propose new names can do so....,WHO seeking public assistance in renaming monkeypox to combat stigma WHO is holding “open consultation for a new disease name for monkeypox. Anyone wishing to propose new names can do so....,negative,-0.990143657
Sri Lanka private bus owners expect to operate at 90 pct as schools reopen,8/15/2022,Education,"""We plan to commence bus services 100 percent islandwide. If not 100 percent, at least 90 percent should be doable.""","Sri Lanka private bus owners expect to operate at 90 pct as schools reopen ""We plan to commence bus services 100 percent islandwide. If not 100 percent, at least 90 percent should be doable.""",negative,-0.988110185
Sri Lanka coal power plant breakdown won't affect Aug 15 power cut,8/15/2022,Energy,The breakdown has occurred in Unit 1 of the plant.,Sri Lanka coal power plant breakdown won't affect Aug 15 power cut The breakdown has occurred in Unit 1 of the plant.,negative,-0.992555559
Sri Lanka shares gain over 1-pct in mid-day trade,8/15/2022,Stocks & Companies,Market sees profit-taking after gaining for 11 straight sessions ,Sri Lanka shares gain over 1-pct in mid-day trade Market sees profit-taking after gaining for 11 straight sessions ,positive,0.962057769
"Cannot support Sri Lanka's IMF-bound ""caretaker"" president: MP Vasudeva N",8/15/2022,Politics,"""We cannot support Wickremesinghe who operates within the IMF framework.""","Cannot support Sri Lanka's IMF-bound ""caretaker"" president: MP Vasudeva N ""We cannot support Wickremesinghe who operates within the IMF framework.""",negative,-0.999576151
Sri Lanka's bond yields steady; rupee guidance peg appreciates by 7 cents,8/15/2022,Bonds & Forex,Market overall dull ,Sri Lanka's bond yields steady; rupee guidance peg appreciates by 7 cents Market overall dull ,negative,-0.996944368
Breakdown in Sri Lanka's Norochcholai power plant sees three-hour power cuts,8/15/2022,Energy,Norochcholai has been in a constant state of breakdown or maintenance over the years.,Breakdown in Sri Lanka's Norochcholai power plant sees three-hour power cuts Norochcholai has been in a constant state of breakdown or maintenance over the years.,negative,-0.999403
Salman Rushdie recovering well after an assassination attempt: reports,8/14/2022,Arts and Culture,"Rushdie, 75, shot to fame with his book “Midnight’s Children,” the film version of which was shot in Sri Lanka. ","Salman Rushdie recovering well after an assassination attempt: reports Rushdie, 75, shot to fame with his book “Midnight’s Children,” the film version of which was shot in Sri Lanka. ",positive,0.97112751
Sri Lanka police nabs man for making death-threat video using 5-year old son,8/14/2022,Crime,The mother is employed abroad as a housemaid ,Sri Lanka police nabs man for making death-threat video using 5-year old son The mother is employed abroad as a housemaid ,negative,-0.982499838
Sri Lanka tea sold at historic high prices in July 2022,8/14/2022,Tea,"July prices surpassed the previous record in April 2022 of 1,333.61 (USD 4.14).","Sri Lanka tea sold at historic high prices in July 2022 July prices surpassed the previous record in April 2022 of 1,333.61 (USD 4.14).",positive,0.98198539
Sri Lanka's fuel QR system upgraded; multiple company vehicles under single-BRN,8/14/2022,Energy,One BRN and a mobile number is enough to register commercial vehicles to the QR system,Sri Lanka's fuel QR system upgraded; multiple company vehicles under single-BRN One BRN and a mobile number is enough to register commercial vehicles to the QR system,negative,-0.915831268
Sri Lanka's bakers want price controls on poultry farmers in shortage solution,8/14/2022,Business,Egg price is rs.65 and flour per kg is rs.310.,Sri Lanka's bakers want price controls on poultry farmers in shortage solution Egg price is rs.65 and flour per kg is rs.310.,negative,-0.987948
Sri Lanka should focus on locally sourcing animal products: poultry association,8/14/2022,Economy,"""What we ask from the government is to facilitate us through private or state banks to import these as needed,"" he said.","Sri Lanka should focus on locally sourcing animal products: poultry association ""What we ask from the government is to facilitate us through private or state banks to import these as needed,"" he said.",negative,-0.994432032
"Sri Lanka schedules 1 hour 20 minutes of power cuts for Aug 15, 16",8/14/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka hiked its electricity tariffs for the first time in 9 years last week.,"Sri Lanka schedules 1 hour 20 minutes of power cuts for Aug 15, 16 Sri Lanka hiked its electricity tariffs for the first time in 9 years last week.",negative,-0.970180452
"Sri Lanka lifts ban on six Tamil diaspora groups, 316 individuals: report",8/14/2022,Defence,The de-listing was announced through an amendment to the List of Designated Persons.,"Sri Lanka lifts ban on six Tamil diaspora groups, 316 individuals: report The de-listing was announced through an amendment to the List of Designated Persons.",negative,-0.970790207
Sri Lanka and UNDP in talks to help those made vulnerable by soft-peg,8/14/2022,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka has expressed its willingness to work with UNDP and continue its cooperation.,Sri Lanka and UNDP in talks to help those made vulnerable by soft-peg Sri Lanka has expressed its willingness to work with UNDP and continue its cooperation.,positive,0.997488618
Explainer: Sri Lanka's electricity tariff hike and how it works,8/14/2022,Energy,Electricity prices were last hiked in 2013 however were slashed almost by 25% in 2014,Explainer: Sri Lanka's electricity tariff hike and how it works Electricity prices were last hiked in 2013 however were slashed almost by 25% in 2014,negative,-0.991060078
"Move to pay 117 mn in compensation to ""victimised"" Sri Lanka officials: report",8/14/2022,Politics,"A total of 27 officials are due to receive monetary compensation, according to the Sunday Times report.","Move to pay 117 mn in compensation to ""victimised"" Sri Lanka officials: report A total of 27 officials are due to receive monetary compensation, according to the Sunday Times report.",negative,-0.995140195
Sri Lanka jet fuel shortages costing SriLankan Airlines US$7mmn a month,8/14/2022,Aviation,"To carry the extra fuel, we can't carry all the freight we like to into the country","Sri Lanka jet fuel shortages costing SriLankan Airlines US$7mmn a month To carry the extra fuel, we can't carry all the freight we like to into the country",negative,-0.998103619
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices continue to climb,8/13/2022,Agriculture,"Buyers offered 1,019,395 nuts at the auction and sold 576,906 nuts. ","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices continue to climb Buyers offered 1,019,395 nuts at the auction and sold 576,906 nuts. ",negative,-0.923668623
Chinese tracking vessel cleared to dock at Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port,8/13/2022,International Relations,Sri Lanka’s foreign ministry had earlier requested China to defer the port call until “further consultations”.,Chinese tracking vessel cleared to dock at Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port Sri Lanka’s foreign ministry had earlier requested China to defer the port call until “further consultations”.,negative,-0.984243393
Sri Lanka looking to provide relief to bona fide protestors: justice minister,8/13/2022,Politics,"""We want to give them relief; [not] take any legal action against them,” he said.","Sri Lanka looking to provide relief to bona fide protestors: justice minister ""We want to give them relief; [not] take any legal action against them,” he said.",negative,-0.980791509
"Sri Lanka chicken, egg prices soar due to demand spike, animal feed shortage",8/13/2022,Business,"""Around 40 percent of the supply comes from the SME sector while around 60 percent comes from large scale suppliers.""","Sri Lanka chicken, egg prices soar due to demand spike, animal feed shortage ""Around 40 percent of the supply comes from the SME sector while around 60 percent comes from large scale suppliers.""",negative,-0.987973452
Sri Lanka imprisoned ex MP's presidential pardon likely after court vacation: lawyer,8/13/2022,Politics,"The affidavit was drafted by a team comprising Vidanapathirana, and Presidents Counsel Faizer Mustapha and Ronald Perera","Sri Lanka imprisoned ex MP's presidential pardon likely after court vacation: lawyer The affidavit was drafted by a team comprising Vidanapathirana, and Presidents Counsel Faizer Mustapha and Ronald Perera",negative,-0.99057126
India gifts Dornier 228 maritime patrol aircraft to Sri Lanka Air Force,8/13/2022,Defence,Naval Dornier (INDO–228) is a Short Takeoff and Landing multirole light transport aircraft with a turboprop twin-engin...,India gifts Dornier 228 maritime patrol aircraft to Sri Lanka Air Force Naval Dornier (INDO–228) is a Short Takeoff and Landing multirole light transport aircraft with a turboprop twin-engin...,negative,-0.920475721
Sri Lanka permits entry to controversial Chinese tracking vessel Yuang Wang 5,8/13/2022,International Relations,"When EconomyNext contacted Foreign Minister Ali Sabry Friday evening, the minister refused to comment.","Sri Lanka permits entry to controversial Chinese tracking vessel Yuang Wang 5 When EconomyNext contacted Foreign Minister Ali Sabry Friday evening, the minister refused to comment.",negative,-0.995397389
Sri Lanka free trade zone manufacturers alarmed by electricity tariff hike,8/13/2022,Apparel,FTZMA said the high tariffs which are driving up cost of production would make Sri Lankan products highly uncompetitive,Sri Lanka free trade zone manufacturers alarmed by electricity tariff hike FTZMA said the high tariffs which are driving up cost of production would make Sri Lankan products highly uncompetitive,negative,-0.998579264
"Sri Lanka stocks end the week gaining for the 11th session, setting a new 4-month high",8/12/2022,Uncategorized,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) rose 3.69% or 321.31 points to 9,027.48, its highest since March 31","Sri Lanka stocks end the week gaining for the 11th session, setting a new 4-month high All Share Price Index (ASPI) rose 3.69% or 321.31 points to 9,027.48, its highest since March 31",positive,0.92725867
"Yields in Sri Lanka steady, rupee guidance peg appreciates",8/12/2022,Markets,"""The market is on dull mode. One reason is this being a long weekend and other is investors are waiting for clarificatio...","Yields in Sri Lanka steady, rupee guidance peg appreciates ""The market is on dull mode. One reason is this being a long weekend and other is investors are waiting for clarificatio...",negative,-0.99708122
"Sri Lanka built on loans, not tax revenue: Industries Minister",8/12/2022,Economy,"""The change should come from every person and should not just be expected from politicians,"" he said.","Sri Lanka built on loans, not tax revenue: Industries Minister ""The change should come from every person and should not just be expected from politicians,"" he said.",positive,0.98412466
Sri Lanka's anti-govt protest leader Catholic priest released on bail,8/12/2022,Politics,Father Jeevantha Peiris was released on bail by the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court on Friday August 12.,Sri Lanka's anti-govt protest leader Catholic priest released on bail Father Jeevantha Peiris was released on bail by the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court on Friday August 12.,negative,-0.844509065
Sri Lanka pro-govt legislator calls for privatisation of SriLankan Airlines,8/12/2022,Aviation,"“We are a broken nation and we all need to get together and [uplift] the broken nation.""","Sri Lanka pro-govt legislator calls for privatisation of SriLankan Airlines “We are a broken nation and we all need to get together and [uplift] the broken nation.""",negative,-0.952318311
Sri Lanka shares gain over 3-pct in mid-day trade,8/12/2022,Markets,The market generated a turnover of 4.9 billion rupees.,Sri Lanka shares gain over 3-pct in mid-day trade The market generated a turnover of 4.9 billion rupees.,positive,0.681114495
Sri Lanka opposition MP says will only support genuine all-party govt,8/12/2022,Politics,"""We still have an opportunity, it is an obligation and responsibility of all political leaders to find a way out.""","Sri Lanka opposition MP says will only support genuine all-party govt ""We still have an opportunity, it is an obligation and responsibility of all political leaders to find a way out.""",negative,-0.976753354
Sri Lanka's CEB owes Rs137.9bn to CPC and IPPs: Minister,8/12/2022,Energy,"Total debts, including projects loans for expansion was now valued at Rs612bn","Sri Lanka's CEB owes Rs137.9bn to CPC and IPPs: Minister Total debts, including projects loans for expansion was now valued at Rs612bn",negative,-0.987454534
Sri Lanka to use US$20mn from Indian credit for animal feed,8/12/2022,Agriculture,Maize imports to improve availability of animal feed,Sri Lanka to use US$20mn from Indian credit for animal feed Maize imports to improve availability of animal feed,negative,-0.996461928
Ex-Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa arrives in Thailand,8/12/2022,Political News,President Rajapaksa fled the country after mass-protest triggered by forex shortages from money printing,Ex-Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa arrives in Thailand President Rajapaksa fled the country after mass-protest triggered by forex shortages from money printing,negative,-0.996306539
Sri Lanka cancels visa of Scotswoman who documented anti-govt protests,8/11/2022,International Relations,Fraser wrote that Sri Lankans should not forget that they got to the streets for a system change.,Sri Lanka cancels visa of Scotswoman who documented anti-govt protests Fraser wrote that Sri Lankans should not forget that they got to the streets for a system change.,positive,0.988615274
"Sri Lanka to acquire 35,000MT of petrol; unloading on Aug 12",8/11/2022,Energy,Wijesekara tweeted that the ship will arrive at the Colombo port Thursday night.,"Sri Lanka to acquire 35,000MT of petrol; unloading on Aug 12 Wijesekara tweeted that the ship will arrive at the Colombo port Thursday night.",negative,-0.904254198
MPs nominated to Sri Lanka's parliamentary committee on public finance,8/11/2022,Politics,Sectoral Oversight Committees shall function for the duration of Parliament and conduct its inquiries.,MPs nominated to Sri Lanka's parliamentary committee on public finance Sectoral Oversight Committees shall function for the duration of Parliament and conduct its inquiries.,positive,0.988372624
MPs named for Sri Lanka's committee on parliamentary business,8/11/2022,Politics,The Speaker will serve as chair of the committee.,MPs named for Sri Lanka's committee on parliamentary business The Speaker will serve as chair of the committee.,positive,0.997260451
Sri Lanka's proposed 22nd constitutional amendment to transcend 19th: minister,8/11/2022,Politics,"He said that dubbing the 22nd Amendment, “19+” did not do justice to the scope of the progressive changes.","Sri Lanka's proposed 22nd constitutional amendment to transcend 19th: minister He said that dubbing the 22nd Amendment, “19+” did not do justice to the scope of the progressive changes.",negative,-0.999508381
Sri Lanka food prices down over open account imports: Minister,8/11/2022,Economy,More money from Indian credit line,Sri Lanka food prices down over open account imports: Minister More money from Indian credit line,negative,-0.994266689
Sri Lanka stocks end at 4-month high after gaining for 10th straight session ,8/11/2022,Markets,The main stock index has risen 13.3% in the last 10 session. ,Sri Lanka stocks end at 4-month high after gaining for 10th straight session  The main stock index has risen 13.3% in the last 10 session. ,negative,-0.979843736
"Yields in Sri Lanka govt securities, rupee guidance peg steady",8/10/2022,Uncategorized,A guidance peg announced by Sri Lanka’s central bank for interbank transactions remained unchanged at 360.94 rupees,"Yields in Sri Lanka govt securities, rupee guidance peg steady A guidance peg announced by Sri Lanka’s central bank for interbank transactions remained unchanged at 360.94 rupees",negative,-0.980236113
Sri Lanka to introduce new electricity tariff scheme for low-income households,8/10/2022,Energy,"These new rates, proposed by the CEB, have been approved by the PUCSL, will be effective next week, he said.","Sri Lanka to introduce new electricity tariff scheme for low-income households These new rates, proposed by the CEB, have been approved by the PUCSL, will be effective next week, he said.",positive,0.873201728
"Sri Lanka schedules one-hour power cuts for Aug 12, 13, no outages on Aug 10, 14",8/10/2022,Energy,"“On holidays, power consumption goes down by almost 10 percent. That benefit is being passed down to the people.""","Sri Lanka schedules one-hour power cuts for Aug 12, 13, no outages on Aug 10, 14 “On holidays, power consumption goes down by almost 10 percent. That benefit is being passed down to the people.""",negative,-0.991348445
"Sri Lanka protestors to vacate Galle Face, withdraw writ petitions",8/10/2022,Politics,"""Many have told us to accept the victory that ex-President Gotabaya Rajapaksa left and move on.""","Sri Lanka protestors to vacate Galle Face, withdraw writ petitions ""Many have told us to accept the victory that ex-President Gotabaya Rajapaksa left and move on.""",positive,0.989157438
"Sri Lanka rejects bids for 2025 bonds, some 2029 bonds sold",8/10/2022,Bonds & Forex,2029 bonds sold at 26.91-pct,"Sri Lanka rejects bids for 2025 bonds, some 2029 bonds sold 2029 bonds sold at 26.91-pct",negative,-0.981660962
Sri Lanka's Sapugaskanda oil refinery to resume operations on Aug 15: minister,8/10/2022,Economy,"It will be reopened upon the anticipated arrival of a crude oil shipment on August 13, he said.","Sri Lanka's Sapugaskanda oil refinery to resume operations on Aug 15: minister It will be reopened upon the anticipated arrival of a crude oil shipment on August 13, he said.",positive,0.923467517
Japan halts 12 JAICA projects in Sri Lanka until IMF provides roadmap: minister,8/10/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka has recently been trying to rebuild relations with Japan.,Japan halts 12 JAICA projects in Sri Lanka until IMF provides roadmap: minister Sri Lanka has recently been trying to rebuild relations with Japan.,negative,-0.99718684
Sri Lanka ousted president Gotabaya Rajapaksa expected in Thailand: Reuters,8/10/2022,International Relations,Thailand will be the second Southeast Asian country Rajapaksa will be arriving in.,Sri Lanka ousted president Gotabaya Rajapaksa expected in Thailand: Reuters Thailand will be the second Southeast Asian country Rajapaksa will be arriving in.,positive,0.82287401
UNFPA appeals for over 10 million dollars to assist Sri Lanka's vulnerable women,8/10/2022,Economy,The appeal proposes 10 plans to be followed by the UNFPA.,UNFPA appeals for over 10 million dollars to assist Sri Lanka's vulnerable women The appeal proposes 10 plans to be followed by the UNFPA.,negative,-0.979520679
Select consumers in Sri Lanka required to pay electricity bills in dollars: regulator,8/10/2022,Power,"The decision was made “despite several objections raised against the proposed scheme,” the PUCSL said.","Select consumers in Sri Lanka required to pay electricity bills in dollars: regulator The decision was made “despite several objections raised against the proposed scheme,” the PUCSL said.",negative,-0.900682747
Sri Lanka shares gain over 2-pct in mid-day trade,8/10/2022,Markets,ASPI up 189.12 points ,Sri Lanka shares gain over 2-pct in mid-day trade ASPI up 189.12 points ,negative,-0.924198389
"Sri Lanka air travellers warned of confiscation, fines by Customs",8/10/2022,Economy, To face confiscation of goods under the Customs Ordinance and Import and Export Control Act and additional fines,"Sri Lanka air travellers warned of confiscation, fines by Customs  To face confiscation of goods under the Customs Ordinance and Import and Export Control Act and additional fines",negative,-0.98138386
Sri Lanka to remove night work restrictions on women,8/10/2022,Legal,"Sri Lanka’s Shop and Office Employees Act, now bars women from working in the night in offices","Sri Lanka to remove night work restrictions on women Sri Lanka’s Shop and Office Employees Act, now bars women from working in the night in offices",negative,-0.929840922
Sri Lanka Treasuries auction fails amid re-structuring fears,8/10/2022,Bonds & Forex,22 percent of the auction unsold,Sri Lanka Treasuries auction fails amid re-structuring fears 22 percent of the auction unsold,negative,-0.999741137
Sri Lanka rupee guidance peg down: dull trade in bonds,8/9/2022,Markets,A guidance peg announced by Sri Lanka’s central bank for interbank transactions weakened by 14 cents to 360.94 rupees,Sri Lanka rupee guidance peg down: dull trade in bonds A guidance peg announced by Sri Lanka’s central bank for interbank transactions weakened by 14 cents to 360.94 rupees,negative,-0.999656439
Sri Lanka shares gain for 9th session in high turnover,8/9/2022,Markets,Lanka IOC contributed around 40% or 1.99 billion to the market turnover.,Sri Lanka shares gain for 9th session in high turnover Lanka IOC contributed around 40% or 1.99 billion to the market turnover.,positive,0.969263017
Sri Lanka to teach Japanese at school level targeting jobs in Japan,8/9/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka currently offers Japanese language as an extra subject from primary grades to GCE Ordinary Level exams.,Sri Lanka to teach Japanese at school level targeting jobs in Japan Sri Lanka currently offers Japanese language as an extra subject from primary grades to GCE Ordinary Level exams.,positive,0.938249588
Sri Lanka's new president must ensure basic rights of all: Human Rights Watch,8/9/2022,Human Rights,"“Human Rights Watch is extremely concerned by the draconian and abusive state of emergency currently in effect.""","Sri Lanka's new president must ensure basic rights of all: Human Rights Watch “Human Rights Watch is extremely concerned by the draconian and abusive state of emergency currently in effect.""",positive,0.969743013
Sri Lanka to revise petroleum law to allow new distributors,8/9/2022,Economy,90 percent of fuel distribution in Sri Lanka is done by the state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation.,Sri Lanka to revise petroleum law to allow new distributors 90 percent of fuel distribution in Sri Lanka is done by the state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation.,negative,-0.978633523
Sri Lanka to allocate land from 13 industrial zones for 25 SME investors,8/9/2022,Business,The proposal had been made by Minister of Industries Ramesh Pathirana.,Sri Lanka to allocate land from 13 industrial zones for 25 SME investors The proposal had been made by Minister of Industries Ramesh Pathirana.,negative,-0.985119402
Sri Lanka to revise water tariffs to reflect operational costs,8/9/2022,Consumer Affairs,The proposal had been made by the Minister of Water Supply.,Sri Lanka to revise water tariffs to reflect operational costs The proposal had been made by the Minister of Water Supply.,negative,-0.995041668
Sri Lanka to allow electric tuk tuks,8/9/2022,Ground,To reduce fossil fuels,Sri Lanka to allow electric tuk tuks To reduce fossil fuels,negative,-0.941430211
Sri Lanka hikes electricity prices 75-pct after soft-peg collapse,8/9/2022,Economy,This will be the first time electricity rates are increased in nine years.,Sri Lanka hikes electricity prices 75-pct after soft-peg collapse This will be the first time electricity rates are increased in nine years.,negative,-0.932547629
Sri Lanka new president to reallocate funds in interim budget,8/9/2022,Economy,Interim budget to cut capex,Sri Lanka new president to reallocate funds in interim budget Interim budget to cut capex,negative,-0.949932635
Sri Lanka stocks gain in mid-day trade on energy sector shares,8/9/2022,Stocks & Companies,"Chevron Lubricants, Aitken Spence and Lanka IOC drove the market up ","Sri Lanka stocks gain in mid-day trade on energy sector shares Chevron Lubricants, Aitken Spence and Lanka IOC drove the market up ",positive,0.991452456
Sri Lanka cabinet nod for cost-based cooking gas pricing formula,8/9/2022,Economy,The decision will see gas prices revised on the fifth of every month according to the formula.,Sri Lanka cabinet nod for cost-based cooking gas pricing formula The decision will see gas prices revised on the fifth of every month according to the formula.,negative,-0.995836973
LIOC responds to EOI to contract out Sri Lanka CPC filling stations,8/9/2022,Energy,LIOC also go the approval to appoint 50 new dealers,LIOC responds to EOI to contract out Sri Lanka CPC filling stations LIOC also go the approval to appoint 50 new dealers,negative,-0.914681017
Sri Lanka shares gain for 8th session on higher turnover; LIOC leads ,8/9/2022,Markets,Index has been gaining due to political stability hopes,Sri Lanka shares gain for 8th session on higher turnover; LIOC leads  Index has been gaining due to political stability hopes,positive,0.917802155
Sri Lanka sports ministry investigating disappearance of Commonwealth athletes,8/8/2022,International Relations,"""They left the games village after participating in their respective events.""","Sri Lanka sports ministry investigating disappearance of Commonwealth athletes ""They left the games village after participating in their respective events.""",negative,-0.999279916
Sri Lanka's state-run Litro announces cooking gas price drop,8/8/2022,Economy,"""I'm sure by next year we will be able to run smoothly,"" he said.","Sri Lanka's state-run Litro announces cooking gas price drop ""I'm sure by next year we will be able to run smoothly,"" he said.",positive,0.998399794
Sri Lanka bond markets stumped after President's comments,8/8/2022,Bonds & Forex,No firm two way quotes for bills or bonds and no trading,Sri Lanka bond markets stumped after President's comments No firm two way quotes for bills or bonds and no trading,negative,-0.997872949
"Sri Lanka teachers protest union leader's arrest, demands end to crackdown",8/8/2022,Politics,"“Stop arresting and abducting peaceful protesters,” one placard said.","Sri Lanka teachers protest union leader's arrest, demands end to crackdown “Stop arresting and abducting peaceful protesters,” one placard said.",negative,-0.984867275
British National found dead in Sri Lanka in suspected suicide,8/8/2022,Crime,"The victim was a long term resident of Sri Lanka, the police said.","British National found dead in Sri Lanka in suspected suicide The victim was a long term resident of Sri Lanka, the police said.",negative,-0.980900586
Sri Lanka union leader Joseph Stalin released on bail,8/8/2022,Politics,"""Many protestors and unionists have been arrested using their own selfies as evidence,"" he said.","Sri Lanka union leader Joseph Stalin released on bail ""Many protestors and unionists have been arrested using their own selfies as evidence,"" he said.",negative,-0.983413637
Sri Lanka's IOC unit authorised to open 50 new filling stations,8/8/2022,Energy,"""We will put out the advertisements and open them in the fifty locations.""","Sri Lanka's IOC unit authorised to open 50 new filling stations ""We will put out the advertisements and open them in the fifty locations.""",positive,0.996638656
"Sri Lanka's energy ministry looking to allocate more fuel quotas for buses, taxis",8/8/2022,Energy,"""The ministry will look at the possibility of allocating additional quotas for those requirements on a separate QR code""","Sri Lanka's energy ministry looking to allocate more fuel quotas for buses, taxis ""The ministry will look at the possibility of allocating additional quotas for those requirements on a separate QR code""",negative,-0.992940545
Sri Lanka President lifts import ban on glyphosate,8/8/2022,Agriculture,Glyphosate now under import permit,Sri Lanka President lifts import ban on glyphosate Glyphosate now under import permit,negative,-0.893395543
Sri Lanka should not create a banking crisis in trying to reach debt sustainability: Eran,8/8/2022,Economy,We cannot create another problem at the expense of solving an existing problem,Sri Lanka should not create a banking crisis in trying to reach debt sustainability: Eran We cannot create another problem at the expense of solving an existing problem,negative,-0.997433603
Sri Lanka’s Sunshine Holdings net up 85-pct in June,8/7/2022,Stocks & Companies,Gross profits rose 41 percent to 3.5 billion rupees in the quarter,Sri Lanka’s Sunshine Holdings net up 85-pct in June Gross profits rose 41 percent to 3.5 billion rupees in the quarter,positive,0.774107635
Sri Lanka schedules one-hour powercuts for Aug 8-10,8/7/2022,Energy,"For the first time since April, the country did not cut power on Aug 06-07 due to hydropower generation","Sri Lanka schedules one-hour powercuts for Aug 8-10 For the first time since April, the country did not cut power on Aug 06-07 due to hydropower generation",negative,-0.976659536
Sri Lanka amends emergency law to protect LGBTQI+ community,8/7/2022,Human Rights,President had removed Articles 365 and 365A of the penal code from regulations 11 and 12 of the Emergency regulations ,Sri Lanka amends emergency law to protect LGBTQI+ community President had removed Articles 365 and 365A of the penal code from regulations 11 and 12 of the Emergency regulations ,negative,-0.965949178
"Sri Lanka protestors rebuff alternative ‘GoGama’ sites, call for change",8/7/2022,People,Protestors say the Aragalaya site on the Galle Face is a symbol of a country-wide phenomenon,"Sri Lanka protestors rebuff alternative ‘GoGama’ sites, call for change Protestors say the Aragalaya site on the Galle Face is a symbol of a country-wide phenomenon",negative,-0.885495305
Sri Lanka defers visit of Chinese ship after India protest: report,8/7/2022,Politics,India wants its security interests protected,Sri Lanka defers visit of Chinese ship after India protest: report India wants its security interests protected,negative,-0.965989351
Sri Lanka's  Low Grown tea price slip in August 1-week sale,8/7/2022,Tea,Low-grown tea slipped over 100 rupees per kilogram,Sri Lanka's  Low Grown tea price slip in August 1-week sale Low-grown tea slipped over 100 rupees per kilogram,negative,-0.999606192
"Sri Lanka President asked by protestors to seek reasons for agitation, not make arrests",8/7/2022,Legal,The protest group Black Cap Movement called for a “commission to find the causes for the 2022 people's uprising.”,"Sri Lanka President asked by protestors to seek reasons for agitation, not make arrests The protest group Black Cap Movement called for a “commission to find the causes for the 2022 people's uprising.”",negative,-0.986470401
Sri Lanka’s IOC unit reports Rs9.9 bn in June 2022 profits,8/6/2022,Energy,It raised fuel prices in the quarter in line with the state-run fuel retailer due to sharp depreciation of the currency,Sri Lanka’s IOC unit reports Rs9.9 bn in June 2022 profits It raised fuel prices in the quarter in line with the state-run fuel retailer due to sharp depreciation of the currency,negative,-0.992074132
Death toll due rough weather in Sri Lanka increases to five,8/6/2022,Uncategorized,One person has been injured and three people are reported to be missing.,Death toll due rough weather in Sri Lanka increases to five One person has been injured and three people are reported to be missing.,negative,-0.993736506
Discussion between President and SJB ends on a positive Note; MP Harsha de Silva,8/6/2022,Uncategorized,Opposition proposes to lift the emergency law and to release “aragalaya” prisoners,Discussion between President and SJB ends on a positive Note; MP Harsha de Silva Opposition proposes to lift the emergency law and to release “aragalaya” prisoners,positive,0.998592436
Energy Minister reveals the main reasons for CPC losses,8/6/2022,Uncategorized,"Rupee depreciation, dues from government-owned institutes and overpaid overstaff are prominent reasons for the loses ","Energy Minister reveals the main reasons for CPC losses Rupee depreciation, dues from government-owned institutes and overpaid overstaff are prominent reasons for the loses ",negative,-0.99848491
"Sri Lanka festive season tourist bookings ""not encouraging"" - hoteliers ",8/6/2022,Tourism,Political instability in the past three months hurt the island nation's 3rd largest foreign earner ,"Sri Lanka festive season tourist bookings ""not encouraging"" - hoteliers  Political instability in the past three months hurt the island nation's 3rd largest foreign earner ",negative,-0.999687314
Sri Lanka BOI completes online visa recommendation system,8/6/2022,Investment,"The new system will minimize inconvenience for foreign investors, their staff. ","Sri Lanka BOI completes online visa recommendation system The new system will minimize inconvenience for foreign investors, their staff. ",negative,-0.905899823
"Fearing political pressure, Sri Lanka president wants to avoid trade integrations with India",8/6/2022,International Relations,Sri Lanka has been a geopolitical cold war between India and China in its territory.   ,"Fearing political pressure, Sri Lanka president wants to avoid trade integrations with India Sri Lanka has been a geopolitical cold war between India and China in its territory.   ",negative,-0.994805634
Sri Lanka stocks end at over 2-month high after 7th session gain on signs of political stability ,8/6/2022,Markets,The key stock index has gained 9.3% in the last 7 sessions. ,Sri Lanka stocks end at over 2-month high after 7th session gain on signs of political stability  The key stock index has gained 9.3% in the last 7 sessions. ,negative,-0.992287517
Sri Lanka's T-bond yields rise slightly; rupee guidance peg strengthened ,8/6/2022,Bonds & Forex,Still market sees dollar shortage,Sri Lanka's T-bond yields rise slightly; rupee guidance peg strengthened  Still market sees dollar shortage,negative,-0.992818117
No scheduled power cuts in Sri Lanka on Aug 06-07 weekend: regulator,8/5/2022,Power,This is the first time since mid-April 2022 the daily power cuts have not been implemented.,No scheduled power cuts in Sri Lanka on Aug 06-07 weekend: regulator This is the first time since mid-April 2022 the daily power cuts have not been implemented.,negative,-0.980782926
"Private buses on strike in Sri Lanka over fuel issue, fare revision",8/5/2022,Economy,Miranda said long distance buses will be given around 125-150 litres of diesel at a time.,"Private buses on strike in Sri Lanka over fuel issue, fare revision Miranda said long distance buses will be given around 125-150 litres of diesel at a time.",negative,-0.98754102
"Sri Lanka protest site to remain till Aug 10, attorney general pledges to court",8/5/2022,Politics,Protestors gathered at the site were seen celebrating the news Friday August 05 afternoon.,"Sri Lanka protest site to remain till Aug 10, attorney general pledges to court Protestors gathered at the site were seen celebrating the news Friday August 05 afternoon.",negative,-0.917892754
"Sri Lanka President hints on possible wealth tax for economic, social stability",8/5/2022,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka's tax revenue is one of the lowest in the world in terms of GDP ratio.,"Sri Lanka President hints on possible wealth tax for economic, social stability Sri Lanka's tax revenue is one of the lowest in the world in terms of GDP ratio.",negative,-0.997269452
"Sri Lanka president, main opposition SJB to hold talks on August 05",8/5/2022,Politics,"""The government must present a programme for an all-party government.""","Sri Lanka president, main opposition SJB to hold talks on August 05 ""The government must present a programme for an all-party government.""",positive,0.969729483
"Sri Lanka ""need to seriously consider"" nuclear energy feasibility - President ",8/5/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka has been in discussion to go for nuclear power from 2010.,"Sri Lanka ""need to seriously consider"" nuclear energy feasibility - President  Sri Lanka has been in discussion to go for nuclear power from 2010.",positive,0.572916448
Sri Lanka shares gain in mid-day trade,8/5/2022,Uncategorized,Market generated a turnover of 3 billion rupees.,Sri Lanka shares gain in mid-day trade Market generated a turnover of 3 billion rupees.,positive,0.919324875
Sri Lanka president seeks broader consensus for IMF deal ,8/5/2022,Economy,"Wickremesinghe says if no alternative, the govt will have to go with the IMF programme","Sri Lanka president seeks broader consensus for IMF deal  Wickremesinghe says if no alternative, the govt will have to go with the IMF programme",negative,-0.988445759
Sri Lanka lawyers sign deceleration in support of arrested protestors,8/5/2022,Politics,"Since the new president came into power, 44 persons who took part in the protest have been arrested within 14 days.","Sri Lanka lawyers sign deceleration in support of arrested protestors Since the new president came into power, 44 persons who took part in the protest have been arrested within 14 days.",negative,-0.920691967
Sri Lanka debt advisors looking at local debt: President,8/5/2022,Economy,Certainly it will have far reaching consequences,Sri Lanka debt advisors looking at local debt: President Certainly it will have far reaching consequences,negative,-0.959011734
Reset Sri Lanka reform conference by Advocata Institute,8/5/2022,Economy,.,Reset Sri Lanka reform conference by Advocata Institute .,negative,-0.876756966
Sri Lanka clears offshore banks at Colombo Port City: Commission,8/5/2022,Banking,New account created in all banks to help invest in Colombo Port City,Sri Lanka clears offshore banks at Colombo Port City: Commission New account created in all banks to help invest in Colombo Port City,positive,0.98944062
Sri Lanka protesters vow to stay at agitation site despite police warning  ,8/5/2022,Politics,Protesters are warned by police to vacate from the agitation site by 5 pm on Friday. ,Sri Lanka protesters vow to stay at agitation site despite police warning   Protesters are warned by police to vacate from the agitation site by 5 pm on Friday. ,negative,-0.996646702
Sri Lanka state-run CEYPETCO to supply fuel only for filling station with QR system - minister,8/5/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka motorists say the waiting time to pump fuel has reduced significantly.,Sri Lanka state-run CEYPETCO to supply fuel only for filling station with QR system - minister Sri Lanka motorists say the waiting time to pump fuel has reduced significantly.,negative,-0.999424815
Sri Lanka government security yields edge down; guidance peg steady ,8/4/2022,Bonds & Forex,Yields in government securities down for the second day after weekly treasury bill auction,Sri Lanka government security yields edge down; guidance peg steady  Yields in government securities down for the second day after weekly treasury bill auction,negative,-0.995453715
Sri Lanka shares up for 6th session; turnover hits over 4-month high after policy statement ,8/4/2022,Markets,Market gains on signs of political stability - analyst ,Sri Lanka shares up for 6th session; turnover hits over 4-month high after policy statement  Market gains on signs of political stability - analyst ,negative,-0.787815392
Sri Lanka's scheduled power cuts drop to one hour on August 05,8/4/2022,Energy,"The reduction in power cut duration on Friday is due to an increase in hydro power generation, the CEB said.","Sri Lanka's scheduled power cuts drop to one hour on August 05 The reduction in power cut duration on Friday is due to an increase in hydro power generation, the CEB said.",positive,0.747303784
Sri Lanka's MAS Holdings aquires BAM knitting,8/4/2022,Business,"The Thulhiriya-based BAM Knitting started in 2005, as the fabric manufacturing and finishing arm of BAM Holdings ","Sri Lanka's MAS Holdings aquires BAM knitting The Thulhiriya-based BAM Knitting started in 2005, as the fabric manufacturing and finishing arm of BAM Holdings ",negative,-0.944240689
Sri Lanka reduces bus fares by over 11 percent; minimum fare down to 34 rupees,8/4/2022,Transport,The minister of transport has approved the price revision with the recommendation of the NTC.,Sri Lanka reduces bus fares by over 11 percent; minimum fare down to 34 rupees The minister of transport has approved the price revision with the recommendation of the NTC.,positive,0.676114261
Sri Lanka President reiterates sovereignty with Chinese envoy amid fresh Indian concerns,8/4/2022,International Relations,Wickremesinghe faces first diplomatic issue over India-China cold war in Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka President reiterates sovereignty with Chinese envoy amid fresh Indian concerns Wickremesinghe faces first diplomatic issue over India-China cold war in Sri Lanka,positive,0.962567151
Sri Lanka opposition MP barred from visiting arrested protestor,8/4/2022,Politics,Kerner a prominent voice at Sri Lanka’s youth-led Aragalaya (the Struggle) protest campaign was arrested on July 28.,Sri Lanka opposition MP barred from visiting arrested protestor Kerner a prominent voice at Sri Lanka’s youth-led Aragalaya (the Struggle) protest campaign was arrested on July 28.,negative,-0.992429197
Sri Lanka trade unions protest over leader's arrest,8/4/2022,Politics,protesters demand the release all their colleagues.,Sri Lanka trade unions protest over leader's arrest protesters demand the release all their colleagues.,negative,-0.979370058
Sri Lanka shares gain over 2-pct in mid-day trade,8/4/2022,Markets,ASPI up 163.10 points,Sri Lanka shares gain over 2-pct in mid-day trade ASPI up 163.10 points,negative,-0.920776188
"Sri Lanka's Free Media Movement condemns union leader's arrest, calls for release",8/4/2022,Politics,The FMM has called for Stalin's immediate release.,"Sri Lanka's Free Media Movement condemns union leader's arrest, calls for release The FMM has called for Stalin's immediate release.",negative,-0.98890394
Milton Friedman's views on currency boards explained by Hanke amid Sri Lanka soft-peg crisis,8/4/2022,Economy,Pure floating exchange rates and a fixed exchange rate with a currency boards are free-market mechanisms,Milton Friedman's views on currency boards explained by Hanke amid Sri Lanka soft-peg crisis Pure floating exchange rates and a fixed exchange rate with a currency boards are free-market mechanisms,negative,-0.954111874
Sri Lanka's Yupun Abeykoon bags 100m Commonwealth bronze amid soft-peg crisis,8/4/2022,Culture,.,Sri Lanka's Yupun Abeykoon bags 100m Commonwealth bronze amid soft-peg crisis .,negative,-0.945285916
Sri Lanka police arrest 2nd suspect for possessing tear gas canisters,8/3/2022,Politics,"Some protesters have stolen tear gas canisters after attacking them, police say.","Sri Lanka police arrest 2nd suspect for possessing tear gas canisters Some protesters have stolen tear gas canisters after attacking them, police say.",negative,-0.988108933
Sri Lanka bond yields edge down; guidance peg strengthens,8/3/2022,Bonds & Forex,Analysts said the President policy statement was a sentiment booster in the market.,Sri Lanka bond yields edge down; guidance peg strengthens Analysts said the President policy statement was a sentiment booster in the market.,negative,-0.861511946
Sri Lanka raises Rs.87.5 bln via T-bills; yields fall,8/3/2022,Bonds & Forex,Most primary dealers bid for three-month T-bills ,Sri Lanka raises Rs.87.5 bln via T-bills; yields fall Most primary dealers bid for three-month T-bills ,negative,-0.997991323
Sri Lanka president raps MPs backing him now over opposing FDI,8/3/2022,Investment,Sri Lanka has lost many FDIs due to political disagreement at parliament level.,Sri Lanka president raps MPs backing him now over opposing FDI Sri Lanka has lost many FDIs due to political disagreement at parliament level.,negative,-0.991979718
Sri Lanka stocks jump over 2% after President's policy statement; turnover hits over 2-mo high,8/3/2022,Markets,Investors bought the risky assets despite high interest rates. ,Sri Lanka stocks jump over 2% after President's policy statement; turnover hits over 2-mo high Investors bought the risky assets despite high interest rates. ,negative,-0.929415524
Sri Lanka president rejects claims of protester crackdown amid continuous arrest,8/3/2022,Politics,Wickremesinghe became the president after protesters forced ex-leader Gotabaya Rajapaksa to resign,Sri Lanka president rejects claims of protester crackdown amid continuous arrest Wickremesinghe became the president after protesters forced ex-leader Gotabaya Rajapaksa to resign,positive,0.8172943
Sri Lanka's Galle Face protestors ordered to vacate site by August 05,8/3/2022,Politics,"""We aren’t happy. We will fight this legally,"" said one of the protestors.","Sri Lanka's Galle Face protestors ordered to vacate site by August 05 ""We aren’t happy. We will fight this legally,"" said one of the protestors.",negative,-0.994745016
"Sri Lanka must fund fuel imports with export income, remittances, says president",8/3/2022,Economy,"""We also have to limit selected imports in order to balance the payments for fuel.""","Sri Lanka must fund fuel imports with export income, remittances, says president ""We also have to limit selected imports in order to balance the payments for fuel.""",negative,-0.986744404
Sri Lanka President Wickremesinghe parliament address - full text,8/3/2022,Political News,Calls for unity in a country torn apart by nationalism and monetary instability,Sri Lanka President Wickremesinghe parliament address - full text Calls for unity in a country torn apart by nationalism and monetary instability,positive,0.924513876
"Sri Lanka opposition MP endorses president's views on reform, calls for consensus",8/3/2022,Politics,Political analysts say the SJB's response to the President's open invitation has been less than warm.,"Sri Lanka opposition MP endorses president's views on reform, calls for consensus Political analysts say the SJB's response to the President's open invitation has been less than warm.",negative,-0.999465883
Sri Lanka exporters say committed to repatriating funds,8/3/2022,Economy,We have communicated this to our membership and is willing to support the CBSL ,Sri Lanka exporters say committed to repatriating funds We have communicated this to our membership and is willing to support the CBSL ,positive,0.998018742
"Sri Lanka president cautions against nurturing loss-making SOEs, calls for reform",8/3/2022,Economy,"""Even former socialist countries now encourage private enterprises,"" he said.","Sri Lanka president cautions against nurturing loss-making SOEs, calls for reform ""Even former socialist countries now encourage private enterprises,"" he said.",negative,-0.965138316
Sri Lanka in last stages of making debt restructuring plan: President,8/3/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka to negotiate with state creditors first,Sri Lanka in last stages of making debt restructuring plan: President Sri Lanka to negotiate with state creditors first,negative,-0.856232822
Sri Lanka shares gain over 1.5-pct in mid-day trade,8/3/2022,Markets,ASPI gained 126 points by 1140 hours,Sri Lanka shares gain over 1.5-pct in mid-day trade ASPI gained 126 points by 1140 hours,negative,-0.727296114
"Sri Lanka pays diesel ship, part pays two others: Minister",8/3/2022,Energy,.,"Sri Lanka pays diesel ship, part pays two others: Minister .",negative,-0.839794874
"Sri Lanka cracking down on dissent, threats of violence, intimidation: HRW",8/3/2022,Legal,"Passport of a British national, Kayleigh Fraser, who had posted about the protests on social media, seized","Sri Lanka cracking down on dissent, threats of violence, intimidation: HRW Passport of a British national, Kayleigh Fraser, who had posted about the protests on social media, seized",negative,-0.988740265
IMF deal hope boosts Sri Lanka shares to gain for 4th straight session;  end at 2-mo high  ,8/3/2022,Markets,Market sees highest turnover in more than two months.,IMF deal hope boosts Sri Lanka shares to gain for 4th straight session;  end at 2-mo high   Market sees highest turnover in more than two months.,positive,0.981901944
Sri Lanka T-bond yields down; guidance peg steady ,8/2/2022,Bonds & Forex,"Despite US dollar shortage, rupee guidance rate remain steady","Sri Lanka T-bond yields down; guidance peg steady  Despite US dollar shortage, rupee guidance rate remain steady",negative,-0.97035116
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 3 hours from Aug 03 to 05,8/2/2022,Energy,"Between 6 am and 8.30 am, the Colombo City center will face a power cut of two hours and 30 minutes.","Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 3 hours from Aug 03 to 05 Between 6 am and 8.30 am, the Colombo City center will face a power cut of two hours and 30 minutes.",negative,-0.994177818
Sri Lanka Catholic priest anti-govt protestor files petition to prevent arrest,8/2/2022,Politics,A travel ban has also been issued against the priest and four other activists.,Sri Lanka Catholic priest anti-govt protestor files petition to prevent arrest A travel ban has also been issued against the priest and four other activists.,negative,-0.992875934
Rough weather in Sri Lanka claims three lives,8/2/2022,Weather and Climate,Kodippili said water levels of several rivers are rising due to the continuous rain.,Rough weather in Sri Lanka claims three lives Kodippili said water levels of several rivers are rising due to the continuous rain.,negative,-0.803757668
Sri Lanka to repeal Kandyan marriage law provision on parental consent for minors,8/2/2022,Legal,A minor under the age of 18 cannot enter legal marriage in Sri Lanka.,Sri Lanka to repeal Kandyan marriage law provision on parental consent for minors A minor under the age of 18 cannot enter legal marriage in Sri Lanka.,negative,-0.931218505
Sri Lanka state sector workers called back to work on Fridays,8/2/2022,Agriculture,The decision that was valid for three months has been cancelled with immediate effect.,Sri Lanka state sector workers called back to work on Fridays The decision that was valid for three months has been cancelled with immediate effect.,negative,-0.994922221
Sri Lanka health sector union leader lands new job under president,8/2/2022,Politics,Rathnapriya was President of the Government Nursing Officers’ Association and a former UNP MP.,Sri Lanka health sector union leader lands new job under president Rathnapriya was President of the Government Nursing Officers’ Association and a former UNP MP.,positive,0.977358997
"Duty, EV allowances to Sri Lanka's migrant workers who remit via official channels",8/2/2022,Economy,"""We have introduced a special package for migrant workers,"" said Nanayakkara.","Duty, EV allowances to Sri Lanka's migrant workers who remit via official channels ""We have introduced a special package for migrant workers,"" said Nanayakkara.",positive,0.721640706
Sri Lanka ruling party calls for all-party govt; main opposition sceptical,8/2/2022,Politics,"""Rather than wait for their leader to become president, we invite all parties to unite under one plan.""","Sri Lanka ruling party calls for all-party govt; main opposition sceptical ""Rather than wait for their leader to become president, we invite all parties to unite under one plan.""",positive,0.994757295
Sri Lanka shares move up over 1-pct in mid-day trade,8/2/2022,Markets,ASPI gained over 113.83 points at 1130 hours.,Sri Lanka shares move up over 1-pct in mid-day trade ASPI gained over 113.83 points at 1130 hours.,negative,-0.78374958
Sri Lanka police arrest key protest leader amid fears of August 9 agitation ,8/2/2022,Crime,Protesters have called for another massive protest to oust Ranil Wickremesinghe on August 9,Sri Lanka police arrest key protest leader amid fears of August 9 agitation  Protesters have called for another massive protest to oust Ranil Wickremesinghe on August 9,negative,-0.982786298
"Sri Lanka central bank busts US$9.8bn since Feb 2020 to suppress rates, for stimulus",8/2/2022,Economy,"Reserves depleted for debt repayment, imports and some capital flight","Sri Lanka central bank busts US$9.8bn since Feb 2020 to suppress rates, for stimulus Reserves depleted for debt repayment, imports and some capital flight",negative,-0.994942486
"Sri Lanka diesel price cut to Rs430 a litre, petrol at Rs450",8/2/2022,Energy,"Petrol, kerosene prices unchanged","Sri Lanka diesel price cut to Rs430 a litre, petrol at Rs450 Petrol, kerosene prices unchanged",negative,-0.966393173
Sri Lanka stocks end near 7-week high on IMF deal hopes ,8/2/2022,Markets,Turnover hit its highest since June 7,Sri Lanka stocks end near 7-week high on IMF deal hopes  Turnover hit its highest since June 7,negative,-0.984302878
"Sri Lanka's ""elderly"" MPs must resign to make way for youth protestors: bus union chief",8/1/2022,Politics,"“The president must decide which parliamentary seats will be replaced,” he said.","Sri Lanka's ""elderly"" MPs must resign to make way for youth protestors: bus union chief “The president must decide which parliamentary seats will be replaced,” he said.",negative,-0.992123067
"Showers, strong winds, rough seas forecast for Sri Lanka as monsoon begins",8/1/2022,Weather and Climate,The Met Dept issued a red warning on Monday August 01 for strong winds and rough seas in several areas.,"Showers, strong winds, rough seas forecast for Sri Lanka as monsoon begins The Met Dept issued a red warning on Monday August 01 for strong winds and rough seas in several areas.",positive,0.94397229
Sri Lanka's Litro Gas to reduce prices; fuel price revision also expected,8/1/2022,Energy,"Sri Lanka is also expected to announce a fuel price revision on Monday, August 01.","Sri Lanka's Litro Gas to reduce prices; fuel price revision also expected Sri Lanka is also expected to announce a fuel price revision on Monday, August 01.",negative,-0.984419525
Sri Lanka shares gain in mid-day trade,8/1/2022,Markets,ASPI up 63.86% at 1130 hours,Sri Lanka shares gain in mid-day trade ASPI up 63.86% at 1130 hours,positive,0.645448506
Sri Lanka police confirm second body to wash up on Galle Face in 72 hours,8/1/2022,Crime,"Previously, the body of an 18-year-old residing in Pannipitiya was found by the Galle Face beach.","Sri Lanka police confirm second body to wash up on Galle Face in 72 hours Previously, the body of an 18-year-old residing in Pannipitiya was found by the Galle Face beach.",negative,-0.986070573
"Political stability will help Sri Lanka turn a corner, president tells WSJ",8/1/2022,Economy,“We would have had it this month [July] if it were not for the unstable political condition.”,"Political stability will help Sri Lanka turn a corner, president tells WSJ “We would have had it this month [July] if it were not for the unstable political condition.”",positive,0.92929703
Sri Lanka President expects IMF staff level in late August,8/1/2022,Economy,Then we can approve only in September,Sri Lanka President expects IMF staff level in late August Then we can approve only in September,negative,-0.996300042
"Sri Lanka private credit negative in June 2022, Rs189bn printed",8/1/2022,Banking,Dollar denominated credit repaid by state and private borrowers,"Sri Lanka private credit negative in June 2022, Rs189bn printed Dollar denominated credit repaid by state and private borrowers",negative,-0.99587065
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 3 hours for Aug 01,7/31/2022,Energy,Power cut duration is maintained at 3 hours,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 3 hours for Aug 01 Power cut duration is maintained at 3 hours,negative,-0.957696676
Sri Lanka low-grown tea prices rise in July third week sale,7/31/2022,Tea,On July 20 auction low grown averaged at 4.54 dollars per kilogram ,Sri Lanka low-grown tea prices rise in July third week sale On July 20 auction low grown averaged at 4.54 dollars per kilogram ,negative,-0.99434495
Sri Lanka trade surplus in June as economy smashed to resurrect soft-peg,7/31/2022,Economy,"Non-oil imports collapsed 35.6 percent to 1,026 million US dollars.","Sri Lanka trade surplus in June as economy smashed to resurrect soft-peg Non-oil imports collapsed 35.6 percent to 1,026 million US dollars.",negative,-0.998650253
Sri Lanka central bank threatens 'stern action' on victims after creating BOP trouble,7/31/2022,Economy,We need to only remind ourselves of what happened to Greece and China (KMT) - D S Sennayake,Sri Lanka central bank threatens 'stern action' on victims after creating BOP trouble We need to only remind ourselves of what happened to Greece and China (KMT) - D S Sennayake,negative,-0.994445264
Sri Lanka and Bangladesh biz chambers hold dicussion to enchance bilateral trade,7/31/2022,Business,"Discussions centred on ways to increase trade volume, tourism, investment and shipping ","Sri Lanka and Bangladesh biz chambers hold dicussion to enchance bilateral trade Discussions centred on ways to increase trade volume, tourism, investment and shipping ",positive,0.86288631
Nihal Fonseka re-appointed as Sri Lanka monetary board member for 6-years,7/31/2022,Business,He has over 23 years of experience in the banking sector ,Nihal Fonseka re-appointed as Sri Lanka monetary board member for 6-years He has over 23 years of experience in the banking sector ,positive,0.986035109
"Sri Lanka's Expolanka profit skyrockets over 200% on exports, rupee depreciation",7/31/2022,Markets,Sri Lanka's rupee fell sharply in the June quarter,"Sri Lanka's Expolanka profit skyrockets over 200% on exports, rupee depreciation Sri Lanka's rupee fell sharply in the June quarter",negative,-0.999117196
Sri Lanka Nestlé unit's profit up 34% amid net financial expenses jump ,7/30/2022,Markets,The less liquid firm says taken steps to reduce all non-essential expenses,Sri Lanka Nestlé unit's profit up 34% amid net financial expenses jump  The less liquid firm says taken steps to reduce all non-essential expenses,negative,-0.93230921
Sri Lanka to fully implement QR code system in fuel rationing from Aug. 1  ,7/30/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka fuel queues still remain as is faces dollar shortage to buy fuel,Sri Lanka to fully implement QR code system in fuel rationing from Aug. 1   Sri Lanka fuel queues still remain as is faces dollar shortage to buy fuel,negative,-0.997814298
Sri Lanka Bairaha Farm’s profit soars over 200% on rising chicken price,7/30/2022,Business,The poultry group recorded a profit of 369.5 million rupees in the June 2022 quarter,Sri Lanka Bairaha Farm’s profit soars over 200% on rising chicken price The poultry group recorded a profit of 369.5 million rupees in the June 2022 quarter,positive,0.983954549
Several hour water cut in Sri Lanka capital,7/30/2022,Uncategorized,"Water Board said, Colombo 9, 10, 11 and 12 will have water cuts will be effective from 9 pm Saturday","Several hour water cut in Sri Lanka capital Water Board said, Colombo 9, 10, 11 and 12 will have water cuts will be effective from 9 pm Saturday",negative,-0.960680246
Sri Lanka loses Norway shipbuilding deal over sovereign default,7/30/2022,Economy,Selective default rating and forex shortages makes it impossible to issue guarantees,Sri Lanka loses Norway shipbuilding deal over sovereign default Selective default rating and forex shortages makes it impossible to issue guarantees,negative,-0.999525547
Sri Lanka stocks gain for second session; ends month in green ,7/30/2022,Markets,"Investors eye on LIOC, plantation shares","Sri Lanka stocks gain for second session; ends month in green  Investors eye on LIOC, plantation shares",negative,-0.555589557
Sri Lanka's 3-month T-bill yield down; guidance peg edges up,7/30/2022,Bonds & Forex,Yield in 3-month T-bills fall ,Sri Lanka's 3-month T-bill yield down; guidance peg edges up Yield in 3-month T-bills fall ,negative,-0.999280632
Sri Lanka inflation tops 60-pct in July 2022 after money printing,7/29/2022,Economy,Food prices up 90 percent over 12 months,Sri Lanka inflation tops 60-pct in July 2022 after money printing Food prices up 90 percent over 12 months,negative,-0.987086117
"Sri Lanka says talks with IMF resumed, debt advisors doing analysis",7/29/2022,Economy,The Finance Ministry said protests and changes in administration delayed the process,"Sri Lanka says talks with IMF resumed, debt advisors doing analysis The Finance Ministry said protests and changes in administration delayed the process",negative,-0.99911207
Sri Lanka busts postal meth smuggling racket,7/29/2022,Legal,Meth smuggled as a foot massager,Sri Lanka busts postal meth smuggling racket Meth smuggled as a foot massager,negative,-0.980932355
Sri Lanka DFCC Bank rating watch negative kept in soft-peg collapse: Fitch,7/29/2022,Uncategorized,Sovereign default together with increasing economic challenges poses significant downside risks to DFCC's profitability,Sri Lanka DFCC Bank rating watch negative kept in soft-peg collapse: Fitch Sovereign default together with increasing economic challenges poses significant downside risks to DFCC's profitability,negative,-0.999364913
Sri Lanka exports rise 20-pct in June 2022 amid forex shortages,7/29/2022,Economy,US top buyer,Sri Lanka exports rise 20-pct in June 2022 amid forex shortages US top buyer,negative,-0.964081705
"Sri Lanka bond yields marginally up, guidance peg stronger",7/29/2022,Bonds & Forex,The kerb rate for the US dollar was 379/380 rupees,"Sri Lanka bond yields marginally up, guidance peg stronger The kerb rate for the US dollar was 379/380 rupees",negative,-0.984603584
Sri Lanka shares gain in mid-day trade,7/29/2022,Markets,"All Share Price Index gained 0.70 per cent or 54.08 points to 7,733.72","Sri Lanka shares gain in mid-day trade All Share Price Index gained 0.70 per cent or 54.08 points to 7,733.72",negative,-0.977797747
Sri Lanka's NDB downgraded to 'A(lka)' amid soft-peg collapse,7/29/2022,Banking,Has government securities,Sri Lanka's NDB downgraded to 'A(lka)' amid soft-peg collapse Has government securities,negative,-0.999116361
"Sri Lanka to give beer licenses to cheer tourist restaurants, hotels",7/29/2022,Economy,Part of a 'flexible strategic' move to boost the tourism sector,"Sri Lanka to give beer licenses to cheer tourist restaurants, hotels Part of a 'flexible strategic' move to boost the tourism sector",positive,0.998831451
Sri Lanka's Chevron Lubricants net up 82-pct despite forex loss,7/29/2022,Bonds & Forex,Chevron had imported lubricants on credit and had been hit as the rupee collapsed,Sri Lanka's Chevron Lubricants net up 82-pct despite forex loss Chevron had imported lubricants on credit and had been hit as the rupee collapsed,negative,-0.996819377
Sri Lanka Fuel Pass registration process amended after complaints,7/29/2022,Energy,"Earlier, only one vehicle was allowed to be registered under one business registration number.","Sri Lanka Fuel Pass registration process amended after complaints Earlier, only one vehicle was allowed to be registered under one business registration number.",negative,-0.995196044
"Sri Lanka shares reverses falling trend; plantation, energy stocks lead",7/28/2022,Stocks & Companies, Main share index rises 1st time in 4 sessions,"Sri Lanka shares reverses falling trend; plantation, energy stocks lead  Main share index rises 1st time in 4 sessions",negative,-0.845826149
"Sri Lanka president suspends parliament, new session on Aug 03",7/28/2022,Political News,Action allows new committees to be appointed,"Sri Lanka president suspends parliament, new session on Aug 03 Action allows new committees to be appointed",negative,-0.989728689
Sri Lanka raises Rs.50 bln via T-bonds,7/28/2022,Markets,Govt has borrowed Rs.135 bln via T-bills and T-bonds this week,Sri Lanka raises Rs.50 bln via T-bonds Govt has borrowed Rs.135 bln via T-bills and T-bonds this week,negative,-0.97510004
Sri Lanka bond yields edge up; guidance peg steady,7/28/2022,Markets,Sri Lanka has raised 135 billion rupees via T-bills & T-bonds this week ,Sri Lanka bond yields edge up; guidance peg steady Sri Lanka has raised 135 billion rupees via T-bills & T-bonds this week ,positive,0.992770255
SriLankan Airlines bond rated at 'C' despite bond interest payment,7/28/2022,Uncategorized,"In addition, the debt moratorium overhang affecting external debt of the government and that of public sector borrowers","SriLankan Airlines bond rated at 'C' despite bond interest payment In addition, the debt moratorium overhang affecting external debt of the government and that of public sector borrowers",negative,-0.992552698
Sri Lanka shares gain in mid-day trade,7/28/2022,Stocks & Companies,ASPI up 70.86 points at 1145 hours,Sri Lanka shares gain in mid-day trade ASPI up 70.86 points at 1145 hours,positive,0.869883716
Sri Lanka local debt at risk of second hair-cut at CCC: Fitch,7/28/2022,Economy,A default on local-currency debt could erode local banks’ capital positions,Sri Lanka local debt at risk of second hair-cut at CCC: Fitch A default on local-currency debt could erode local banks’ capital positions,negative,-0.999083281
Sri Lanka faces political risks over Rajapaksa links of new govt: Fitch,7/28/2022,Economy,New govt dominated by Rajapaksa linked party,Sri Lanka faces political risks over Rajapaksa links of new govt: Fitch New govt dominated by Rajapaksa linked party,negative,-0.992763698
Sri Lanka fuel pass rationing system at 50-pct of filling stations,7/28/2022,Energy,"On July 27, 158,208 users have pumped fuel through the system","Sri Lanka fuel pass rationing system at 50-pct of filling stations On July 27, 158,208 users have pumped fuel through the system",negative,-0.95078063
Sri Lanka's JKH profits soar driven by forex gains as soft-peg collapses,7/28/2022,Markets,"Net finance income up, inflation boosts revenue","Sri Lanka's JKH profits soar driven by forex gains as soft-peg collapses Net finance income up, inflation boosts revenue",positive,0.52347815
Nine Sri Lanka Navy sailors jump ship in America,7/27/2022,Defence,The sailors were expected to return on a vessel gifted to Sri Lanka by the US,Nine Sri Lanka Navy sailors jump ship in America The sailors were expected to return on a vessel gifted to Sri Lanka by the US,positive,0.905651629
Sri Lanka legislator wants probe on delays in stamping President Rajapaksa's passport,7/27/2022,Political News,Immigration officials downed tools at a VIP terminal in trade union action,Sri Lanka legislator wants probe on delays in stamping President Rajapaksa's passport Immigration officials downed tools at a VIP terminal in trade union action,negative,-0.979783356
Sri Lanka T-bill rates up in secondary market; guidance peg steady,7/27/2022,Bonds & Forex,T-bill yields at a weekly auction eased.,Sri Lanka T-bill rates up in secondary market; guidance peg steady T-bill yields at a weekly auction eased.,negative,-0.987849176
Sri Lanka parliament endorses emergency law for 30 days ,7/27/2022,Law and Order,The State of Emergency was declared on July 18 ahead of a parliament vote to elect President.,Sri Lanka parliament endorses emergency law for 30 days  The State of Emergency was declared on July 18 ahead of a parliament vote to elect President.,positive,0.881012797
Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields ease across maturities,7/27/2022,Bonds & Forex,The debt office raised 85 billion rupees via T-bills at weekly auction.,Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields ease across maturities The debt office raised 85 billion rupees via T-bills at weekly auction.,positive,0.987153471
Sri Lanka stocks fall for 4th straight session to end at over 1-week low; foreigners buy,7/27/2022,Markets,Net foreign inflows hit its highest since March 30.,Sri Lanka stocks fall for 4th straight session to end at over 1-week low; foreigners buy Net foreign inflows hit its highest since March 30.,negative,-0.999175608
Sri Lanka extends expiry date of Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine by 3 months on WHO advice,7/27/2022,Health,Sri Lanka has seen a spike in Covid-19 cases and deaths since early this month,Sri Lanka extends expiry date of Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine by 3 months on WHO advice Sri Lanka has seen a spike in Covid-19 cases and deaths since early this month,negative,-0.965040743
Sri Lanka chamber appoints panel to choose sustainable companies,7/27/2022,Stocks & Companies,"Applicants will be categorised under Planet, People and Profit. ","Sri Lanka chamber appoints panel to choose sustainable companies Applicants will be categorised under Planet, People and Profit. ",positive,0.930954456
Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-day trade,7/27/2022,Markets,ASPI gained 5.89 points at 1130 hours ,Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-day trade ASPI gained 5.89 points at 1130 hours ,positive,0.96706152
Sri Lanka calls foreign investor interest for petroleum distribution,7/27/2022,Energy,Prospective firms will have to find their own dollars,Sri Lanka calls foreign investor interest for petroleum distribution Prospective firms will have to find their own dollars,negative,-0.997498453
IMF slashes global growth after monetary stimulus as Sri Lanka reels,7/27/2022,Economy,Global un-employment set to rise,IMF slashes global growth after monetary stimulus as Sri Lanka reels Global un-employment set to rise,negative,-0.985795259
Sri Lanka expansion eyed by Acuity Knowledge Partners amid soft-peg collapse,7/27/2022,Business,Employee benefit raised as the rupee falls and inflation goes up,Sri Lanka expansion eyed by Acuity Knowledge Partners amid soft-peg collapse Employee benefit raised as the rupee falls and inflation goes up,negative,-0.997210681
Sri Lanka stocks down for 3rd straight session on dull sentiment,7/26/2022,Markets,Investors are waiting for some positive news to enter market.,Sri Lanka stocks down for 3rd straight session on dull sentiment Investors are waiting for some positive news to enter market.,negative,-0.99084115
Sri Lanka's guidance peg edges up; govt securities yields mixed,7/26/2022,Bonds & Forex,The central bank decided guidance peg closed 9 cents firmer,Sri Lanka's guidance peg edges up; govt securities yields mixed The central bank decided guidance peg closed 9 cents firmer,negative,-0.993099809
"Sri Lanka yet to make face masks mandatory despite spike in Covid-19 deaths, cases",7/26/2022,Health,"Covid-19 confirmed cases and deaths are on the rise since early this month, official data show","Sri Lanka yet to make face masks mandatory despite spike in Covid-19 deaths, cases Covid-19 confirmed cases and deaths are on the rise since early this month, official data show",negative,-0.546020448
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 3 hours for July 27,7/26/2022,Energy,"Along with fuel shortage, the power cutting still prevails","Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 3 hours for July 27 Along with fuel shortage, the power cutting still prevails",positive,0.984796762
SriLanka's state-run SriLankan Airlines pays bond interest after sovereign debt default,7/26/2022,Aviation,The government defaulted an interest payment of 78 million US dollar of a sovereign bond on May 19,SriLanka's state-run SriLankan Airlines pays bond interest after sovereign debt default The government defaulted an interest payment of 78 million US dollar of a sovereign bond on May 19,negative,-0.905612707
"Sri Lanka railways lost 40.4 billion rupees in 2021, salary bill 7.8bn",7/26/2022,Economy,"In 2020, the railway department had earned a revenue of rs.4.5 billion while the expenditure stood at rs.44 billion ","Sri Lanka railways lost 40.4 billion rupees in 2021, salary bill 7.8bn In 2020, the railway department had earned a revenue of rs.4.5 billion while the expenditure stood at rs.44 billion ",negative,-0.997656941
Sri Lanka minister gets cabinet approval to save railway trade unions,7/26/2022,Economy,Station masters have refused to hike train fares,Sri Lanka minister gets cabinet approval to save railway trade unions Station masters have refused to hike train fares,negative,-0.891728044
Sri Lanka working towards a revised budget in August,7/26/2022,Economy,"""A revised budget for the balance of the year will be presented to parliament next month.""","Sri Lanka working towards a revised budget in August ""A revised budget for the balance of the year will be presented to parliament next month.""",positive,0.755904675
Sri Lanka renewable businesses form association,7/26/2022,Environment,The FRED will engage in promotional activities on sustainable technology as well as policy and technical guidance,Sri Lanka renewable businesses form association The FRED will engage in promotional activities on sustainable technology as well as policy and technical guidance,positive,0.99745971
Sri Lanka shares marginally up in mid-day trade,7/26/2022,Markets,ASPI gained a mere 6.37 points in the first hour of trade,Sri Lanka shares marginally up in mid-day trade ASPI gained a mere 6.37 points in the first hour of trade,negative,-0.983706832
4 million vehicles register for Sri Lanka fuel pass ration: Minister,7/26/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka's fuel bill for 2022 is estimated at 6.7 billion US dollar up from 2.7 billion US dollars,4 million vehicles register for Sri Lanka fuel pass ration: Minister Sri Lanka's fuel bill for 2022 is estimated at 6.7 billion US dollar up from 2.7 billion US dollars,negative,-0.969596863
"Sri Lanka appoints new heads for Inland Revenue, Customs Dept",7/26/2022,Economy,Finance Minister appoints new officials,"Sri Lanka appoints new heads for Inland Revenue, Customs Dept Finance Minister appoints new officials",positive,0.763677597
Sri Lanka parliament elected a 'law and order' president in Ranil: legislator,7/26/2022,Legal,"But it is a tool and a means only, not the ultimate goal.  It is simply compulsion and coercion; it is the police power.","Sri Lanka parliament elected a 'law and order' president in Ranil: legislator But it is a tool and a means only, not the ultimate goal.  It is simply compulsion and coercion; it is the police power.",negative,-0.865186274
Sri Lanka stocks fall for 2nd session in thin trade ,7/25/2022,Markets,Market sees fall after military attacked protesters last week ,Sri Lanka stocks fall for 2nd session in thin trade  Market sees fall after military attacked protesters last week ,negative,-0.99940002
Sri Lanka govt security yields slightly up in dull trade,7/25/2022,Bonds & Forex,Market trading was thin  ,Sri Lanka govt security yields slightly up in dull trade Market trading was thin  ,negative,-0.999661565
Sri Lanka's forex crisis to prolong fuel shortage at least for 12 months - minister,7/25/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka is struggling to find dollars to import fuel ,Sri Lanka's forex crisis to prolong fuel shortage at least for 12 months - minister Sri Lanka is struggling to find dollars to import fuel ,negative,-0.99802798
Putin congratulates Sri Lanka president; looks to foster bilateral cooperation,7/25/2022,International Relations,"""I wish you every success as well as good health and prosperity,"" he said.","Putin congratulates Sri Lanka president; looks to foster bilateral cooperation ""I wish you every success as well as good health and prosperity,"" he said.",positive,0.999148846
Sri Lanka recycled plastic exporter net up 188-pct,7/25/2022,Markets,BPPL Holdings reported earnings of 0.98 rupees per share for the quarter.,Sri Lanka recycled plastic exporter net up 188-pct BPPL Holdings reported earnings of 0.98 rupees per share for the quarter.,negative,-0.991812825
Three protestors arrested in Sri Lanka for selling stolen items from President's House,7/25/2022,Crime,The suspects had attempted to sell gold-plated brass curtain sockets from the President’s House.,Three protestors arrested in Sri Lanka for selling stolen items from President's House The suspects had attempted to sell gold-plated brass curtain sockets from the President’s House.,negative,-0.993424773
Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-day trade,7/25/2022,Markets,ASPI down 0.40% at 1130 hours,Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-day trade ASPI down 0.40% at 1130 hours,negative,-0.99869734
Sri Lanka is wrong to scapegoat expat workers over Undiyal: Bellwether,7/25/2022,Bellwether,Indian billion dollar credit line also works Undiyal fashion,Sri Lanka is wrong to scapegoat expat workers over Undiyal: Bellwether Indian billion dollar credit line also works Undiyal fashion,negative,-0.998124301
Sri Lanka schedules power cut upto 3-hrs on July 25th,7/24/2022,Energy,Groups MNOXYZ will have 3-hour power cuts from 5.30am to 8.30am.,Sri Lanka schedules power cut upto 3-hrs on July 25th Groups MNOXYZ will have 3-hour power cuts from 5.30am to 8.30am.,negative,-0.973401308
Sri Lanka police defend attack on peaceful protestors as Ranil under global fire,7/24/2022,Politics,Police say they couldn't trust the word of the protesters ,Sri Lanka police defend attack on peaceful protestors as Ranil under global fire Police say they couldn't trust the word of the protesters ,negative,-0.994410813
Sri Lanka’s Ceylon tea output down 22.7-pct in June 2022,7/24/2022,Tea,Six months to June output dipped 17 percent.,Sri Lanka’s Ceylon tea output down 22.7-pct in June 2022 Six months to June output dipped 17 percent.,negative,-0.999098778
Sri Lanka’s prestige battle: Ananda passes the baton of blame,7/24/2022,Miscellaneous,Credit for attack on peaceful protestors go to Royal ,Sri Lanka’s prestige battle: Ananda passes the baton of blame Credit for attack on peaceful protestors go to Royal ,positive,0.965905905
"Sri Lanka banks cut foreign borrowings, see more deposit dollarization",7/24/2022,Banking,Under monetary instability it is not just ISBs that went up but also bank dollar borrowings,"Sri Lanka banks cut foreign borrowings, see more deposit dollarization Under monetary instability it is not just ISBs that went up but also bank dollar borrowings",negative,-0.990828633
Int. Red Cross Fedration appeals for 28.9 mln USD humanitarian funding to Sri Lanka,7/24/2022,Uncategorized,"""2.4 million people already living below the poverty line into despair"" IFRC","Int. Red Cross Fedration appeals for 28.9 mln USD humanitarian funding to Sri Lanka ""2.4 million people already living below the poverty line into despair"" IFRC",negative,-0.992268264
WHO declares Monkeypox as public health emergency,7/23/2022,Health,"Cases have increased to 16,000 cases from 3040 cases a month ago and cases have been reported from 75 countries","WHO declares Monkeypox as public health emergency Cases have increased to 16,000 cases from 3040 cases a month ago and cases have been reported from 75 countries",negative,-0.870014787
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 3 hours for July 24,7/23/2022,Energy,Power cut duration is maintained at 3 hours,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 3 hours for July 24 Power cut duration is maintained at 3 hours,negative,-0.948691249
Sri Lanka president asks to crackdown black market fuel dealers,7/23/2022,Energy,People have mostly accused of three wheel drivers of hoarding fuel,Sri Lanka president asks to crackdown black market fuel dealers People have mostly accused of three wheel drivers of hoarding fuel,negative,-0.991140425
Sri Lanka govt schools to start from July 25,7/23/2022,Education,Schools start after more than one month closure due to fuel shortage,Sri Lanka govt schools to start from July 25 Schools start after more than one month closure due to fuel shortage,negative,-0.991802871
Abeywardana fills vacant seat of Wickremesinghe after Sri Lanka president vote,7/23/2022,Politics,He fills the only bonus seat UNP has in the parliament after 2020 election defeat,Abeywardana fills vacant seat of Wickremesinghe after Sri Lanka president vote He fills the only bonus seat UNP has in the parliament after 2020 election defeat,negative,-0.957871854
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 3 hours for July 23,7/23/2022,Energy,Power cut duration is maintained at 3 hours,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 3 hours for July 23 Power cut duration is maintained at 3 hours,negative,-0.950709462
EU stresses need of individual rights after Sri Lanka military attack on peaceful protesters,7/23/2022,Democracy,EU is Sri Lanka largest exporter and is in the review of extending GSP+. ,EU stresses need of individual rights after Sri Lanka military attack on peaceful protesters EU is Sri Lanka largest exporter and is in the review of extending GSP+. ,negative,-0.94572264
Sri Lanka President appoints committee to probe Taisei-linked allegation,7/23/2022,Economy,Ex-Minister demands investigation,Sri Lanka President appoints committee to probe Taisei-linked allegation Ex-Minister demands investigation,negative,-0.802269995
Sri Lanka t-bond yields further down ; rupee guidance peg up ,7/22/2022,Bonds & Forex,Treasury bill and bond yields have been on the decline on Friday,Sri Lanka t-bond yields further down ; rupee guidance peg up  Treasury bill and bond yields have been on the decline on Friday,negative,-0.996201575
"Sri Lanka stocks fall after violent attack on protesters, profit taking",7/22/2022,Markets,Analysts expect market to fall if protests build up in future after Friday's attack by the military,"Sri Lanka stocks fall after violent attack on protesters, profit taking Analysts expect market to fall if protests build up in future after Friday's attack by the military",negative,-0.999644399
China's Jinping offers help to Sri Lanka's Wickremesinghe government ,7/22/2022,International Relations,Jinping believes that Sri Lanka will be able to overcome temporary difficulties under Wickremesinghe ,China's Jinping offers help to Sri Lanka's Wickremesinghe government  Jinping believes that Sri Lanka will be able to overcome temporary difficulties under Wickremesinghe ,positive,0.993208945
US ambassador meets Sri Lanka president over military raid of protest site,7/22/2022,Human Rights,"""This is not the time to crack down on citizens.""","US ambassador meets Sri Lanka president over military raid of protest site ""This is not the time to crack down on citizens.""",negative,-0.941240668
Military raid on Sri Lanka protest site mars cabinet swearing in; nine injured,7/22/2022,Politics,Nine people have been admitted to hospital with injuries.,Military raid on Sri Lanka protest site mars cabinet swearing in; nine injured Nine people have been admitted to hospital with injuries.,negative,-0.989323199
Sri Lanka President Wickremesinghe appoints cabinet,7/22/2022,Political News,.,Sri Lanka President Wickremesinghe appoints cabinet .,positive,0.995096743
Lanka’s cultural sperm whale,7/22/2022,Animal Rights,Social Learning and Cooperation Go Deep,Lanka’s cultural sperm whale Social Learning and Cooperation Go Deep,positive,0.994409621
Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-day trade,7/22/2022,Markets,"All Share Price Index was 0.14 percent or 10.93 points stronger to 7,747.30","Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-day trade All Share Price Index was 0.14 percent or 10.93 points stronger to 7,747.30",negative,-0.95243907
Sri Lanka's new president Wickremesinghe appoints his classmate as PM,7/22/2022,Politics,Gunawardena is the third prime minister of Sri Lanka since May 9 amid political crisis. ,Sri Lanka's new president Wickremesinghe appoints his classmate as PM Gunawardena is the third prime minister of Sri Lanka since May 9 amid political crisis. ,positive,0.990935743
"Sri Lanka Bar Association, opposition, EU slam assault on protestors, UK, US concerned",7/22/2022,Political News,At least 9 admitted to hospital,"Sri Lanka Bar Association, opposition, EU slam assault on protestors, UK, US concerned At least 9 admitted to hospital",negative,-0.969343126
Sri Lanka's new president to appoint interim cabinet first; class mate tipped as PM,7/22/2022,Politics,"Wickremesinghe will appoint his cabinet at 0900 hours on Friday, July 22.","Sri Lanka's new president to appoint interim cabinet first; class mate tipped as PM Wickremesinghe will appoint his cabinet at 0900 hours on Friday, July 22.",positive,0.989061356
Sri Lanka peaceful protest site raided as military called under emergency law,7/22/2022,Legal,.,Sri Lanka peaceful protest site raided as military called under emergency law .,negative,-0.985068977
Sri Lanka national inflation gallops to 58.9-pct to June 2022,7/22/2022,Economy,Food prices up 75.8-pct over year and 118.6-pct since inflationary policy began in current cycle,Sri Lanka national inflation gallops to 58.9-pct to June 2022 Food prices up 75.8-pct over year and 118.6-pct since inflationary policy began in current cycle,negative,-0.974181294
Sri Lanka's central bank requests bank loan borrowers to seek relief before July 31st,7/21/2022,Economy,Some features of the scheme include a 6-month grace period for performing loans.,Sri Lanka's central bank requests bank loan borrowers to seek relief before July 31st Some features of the scheme include a 6-month grace period for performing loans.,negative,-0.939961255
Sri Lanka stocks gain for 5th straight session on stability hopes under new leader,7/21/2022,Markets,Market hopes the country could see political stability under president Wickremesinghe,Sri Lanka stocks gain for 5th straight session on stability hopes under new leader Market hopes the country could see political stability under president Wickremesinghe,negative,-0.94909966
Sri Lanka govt security rates fall; guidance peg strengthen ,7/21/2022,Bonds & Forex,Yields in short and long term govt securities fall ,Sri Lanka govt security rates fall; guidance peg strengthen  Yields in short and long term govt securities fall ,negative,-0.999360383
Sri Lanka sees rise in Covid deaths; 12 so far in July,7/21/2022,Health,Covid on the rise after Sri Lanka removed mandatory face mask amid heavily crown in public transport  ,Sri Lanka sees rise in Covid deaths; 12 so far in July Covid on the rise after Sri Lanka removed mandatory face mask amid heavily crown in public transport  ,negative,-0.97380662
"US, UN recognise new Sri Lanka president, call for united, democratic approach to crisis",7/21/2022,International Relations,"""It will be essential for all parties to redouble efforts to work together to tackle the economic crisis.""","US, UN recognise new Sri Lanka president, call for united, democratic approach to crisis ""It will be essential for all parties to redouble efforts to work together to tackle the economic crisis.""",positive,0.977264285
Sri Lanka new president won thanks to fear instilled in MPs by protestors: Wimal,7/21/2022,Politics,"""It's someone else who ends up winning the lottery,"" said Weerawansa.","Sri Lanka new president won thanks to fear instilled in MPs by protestors: Wimal ""It's someone else who ends up winning the lottery,"" said Weerawansa.",positive,0.669722259
Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-day trade,7/21/2022,Markets,"After the appointment of the new president, the investors are watching closely his next moves","Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-day trade After the appointment of the new president, the investors are watching closely his next moves",positive,0.978580594
Saman Ekanayake appointed Sri Lanka' president's secretary,7/21/2022,Politics,Ekanayake was Secretary to the Prime Minister since his appointment on May 12.,Saman Ekanayake appointed Sri Lanka' president's secretary Ekanayake was Secretary to the Prime Minister since his appointment on May 12.,positive,0.997747958
Ranil Wickremesinghe sworn in as Sri Lanka President,7/21/2022,Political News,Wickremesinghe is the 8th executive president,Ranil Wickremesinghe sworn in as Sri Lanka President Wickremesinghe is the 8th executive president,positive,0.998728216
Sri Lanka public debt surges over 127-pct of GDP as monetary instability bites,7/21/2022,Economy,Central government and CB net debt around 127-pct of debt. SOE guaranteed debt another 14-pct by April,Sri Lanka public debt surges over 127-pct of GDP as monetary instability bites Central government and CB net debt around 127-pct of debt. SOE guaranteed debt another 14-pct by April,negative,-0.969358802
Sri Lanka stocks end at 5-week high as Wickremesinghe voted as president,7/21/2022,Markets,Market has been looking for political stability in the country after ex-leaser fled the country and resigned,Sri Lanka stocks end at 5-week high as Wickremesinghe voted as president Market has been looking for political stability in the country after ex-leaser fled the country and resigned,negative,-0.996089697
Sri Lanka anti-government protesters vow to agitate against new president ,7/20/2022,Politics,Protesters say the government has yet to heed their requests.,Sri Lanka anti-government protesters vow to agitate against new president  Protesters say the government has yet to heed their requests.,negative,-0.97801286
From defeat to president; Sri Lanka’s Wickremesinghe has hard choices ahead,7/20/2022,Politics,"He lost the election, but became the president using the bonus seat.  ","From defeat to president; Sri Lanka’s Wickremesinghe has hard choices ahead He lost the election, but became the president using the bonus seat.  ",positive,0.549451649
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields down,7/20/2022,Bonds & Forex,The 3-month cut-off estimated at a little over 31.4 percent.,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields down The 3-month cut-off estimated at a little over 31.4 percent.,negative,-0.995756686
Ranil Wickremesinghe wins Sri Lanka's crucial presidential vote,7/20/2022,Politics,Wickremesinghe won 134 votes,Ranil Wickremesinghe wins Sri Lanka's crucial presidential vote Wickremesinghe won 134 votes,positive,0.999716341
India denies influencing Sri Lanka President vote,7/20/2022,Political News,.,India denies influencing Sri Lanka President vote .,negative,-0.993836462
Sri Lanka MP comes with saline to cast a presidential vote,7/20/2022,Politics,The country is in the process of electing an interim President ,Sri Lanka MP comes with saline to cast a presidential vote The country is in the process of electing an interim President ,negative,-0.985227823
"Sri Lanka bond markets inactive, guidance peg weaker",7/20/2022,Markets,Bond markets were inactive ahead of a bill auction,"Sri Lanka bond markets inactive, guidance peg weaker Bond markets were inactive ahead of a bill auction",negative,-0.999625325
Sri Lanka Speaker asks MPs not to take their mobile phones for polling booth,7/20/2022,Politics,There are speculations that a party leader asked his members to send pictures of their vote sheet,Sri Lanka Speaker asks MPs not to take their mobile phones for polling booth There are speculations that a party leader asked his members to send pictures of their vote sheet,negative,-0.994957268
Sri Lanka's presidential vote - Alahapperuma comes from far behind after Premadasa's withdrawal,7/20/2022,Politics,"Independent and minority political parties have pledged support to Alahapperuma, but he is not favoured by the SLPP","Sri Lanka's presidential vote - Alahapperuma comes from far behind after Premadasa's withdrawal Independent and minority political parties have pledged support to Alahapperuma, but he is not favoured by the SLPP",negative,-0.987679958
Sri Lanka overnight money markets dry up as soft-peg drives up counterparty risks,7/20/2022,Bonds & Forex,"Overnight clean money volumes down to zero, sporadic repo activity","Sri Lanka overnight money markets dry up as soft-peg drives up counterparty risks Overnight clean money volumes down to zero, sporadic repo activity",negative,-0.999773085
Sri Lanka stocks gain for 3rd straight session ahead of presidential vote,7/19/2022,Markets,Market hopes an all-party government under new president could ease political crisis.,Sri Lanka stocks gain for 3rd straight session ahead of presidential vote Market hopes an all-party government under new president could ease political crisis.,negative,-0.873874843
Sri Lanka bond yields decline; rupee guidance peg weakens  ,7/19/2022,Bonds & Forex,The market hopes some stability after parliament elects a new president on July 20   ,Sri Lanka bond yields decline; rupee guidance peg weakens   The market hopes some stability after parliament elects a new president on July 20   ,negative,-0.99917978
Sri Lanka's National Fuel Pass pilot project from July 21 - minister,7/19/2022,Energy,Fuel hoarding has resulted in long queues in Sri Lanka amid shortage due to lack of dollars,Sri Lanka's National Fuel Pass pilot project from July 21 - minister Fuel hoarding has resulted in long queues in Sri Lanka amid shortage due to lack of dollars,negative,-0.999117672
"Sri Lanka's presidential hopeful, withdrawn opposition leader say move was to solve crisis",7/19/2022,Politics,Premadasa is promised of Prime Minister post of Alahapperuma wins,"Sri Lanka's presidential hopeful, withdrawn opposition leader say move was to solve crisis Premadasa is promised of Prime Minister post of Alahapperuma wins",positive,0.992372811
Sri Lanka political parties split ahead of crucial presidential vote,7/19/2022,Politics,Political analysts have predicted Acting President Ranil Wickremesinghe to be the front runner in the presidential race.,Sri Lanka political parties split ahead of crucial presidential vote Political analysts have predicted Acting President Ranil Wickremesinghe to be the front runner in the presidential race.,positive,0.657633662
"If Dullas wins, Sajith will be PM in all-party govt: Sri Lanka opposition MP",7/19/2022,Politics,The MP added that SLPP members will likely be part of the next cabinet if Alahapperuma wins.,"If Dullas wins, Sajith will be PM in all-party govt: Sri Lanka opposition MP The MP added that SLPP members will likely be part of the next cabinet if Alahapperuma wins.",negative,-0.974893451
Sri Lanka ruling party majority behind Dullas; Sajith to be PM: G L,7/19/2022,Politics,"""It is crystal clear what the people want right now. They want change, a fresh start, a new way of governance.""","Sri Lanka ruling party majority behind Dullas; Sajith to be PM: G L ""It is crystal clear what the people want right now. They want change, a fresh start, a new way of governance.""",positive,0.999695182
Sri Lanka bond yields flat,7/19/2022,Bonds & Forex,Guidance peg weakens 14 cents to Rs361.17 ,Sri Lanka bond yields flat Guidance peg weakens 14 cents to Rs361.17 ,negative,-0.99794358
Sri Lanka Catholic church rejects acting president's call to review Easter attack probe,7/19/2022,Politics,"""If Wickremesinghe wanted to enlist the help of Scotland Yard, said Fernando, he had ample opportunity in 2019.""","Sri Lanka Catholic church rejects acting president's call to review Easter attack probe ""If Wickremesinghe wanted to enlist the help of Scotland Yard, said Fernando, he had ample opportunity in 2019.""",positive,0.976515532
Sri Lanka shares gain over 1-pct in mid-day trade,7/19/2022,Markets,ASPI moved up over 100 points,Sri Lanka shares gain over 1-pct in mid-day trade ASPI moved up over 100 points,positive,0.943977833
Sri Lanka's crucial presidential vote becomes two-horse race,7/19/2022,Politics,At least 105 SLPP members have met Wickremesinghe and discussed their grievances.,Sri Lanka's crucial presidential vote becomes two-horse race At least 105 SLPP members have met Wickremesinghe and discussed their grievances.,positive,0.991650403
Sajith withdraws from Sri Lanka President race,7/19/2022,Political News,Race between Ranil and Dullas,Sajith withdraws from Sri Lanka President race Race between Ranil and Dullas,negative,-0.996873081
Sri Lanka opposition leader Sajith Premadasa says will take 'crucial step' shortly,7/19/2022,Political News,On my way to Parliament to take a crucial step,Sri Lanka opposition leader Sajith Premadasa says will take 'crucial step' shortly On my way to Parliament to take a crucial step,positive,0.995248139
"Sri Lanka continues monetary financing of imports, pegging after 'running out' of reserves",7/19/2022,Economy,Central bank gets ACU dollars to peg and also force purchase dollars through a surrender rule to prevent a float,"Sri Lanka continues monetary financing of imports, pegging after 'running out' of reserves Central bank gets ACU dollars to peg and also force purchase dollars through a surrender rule to prevent a float",negative,-0.974829853
Sri Lanka executive presidency opposed by 70-pct: Poll,7/19/2022,Political News,"Broadly the same opinion across the South, North and East","Sri Lanka executive presidency opposed by 70-pct: Poll Broadly the same opinion across the South, North and East",negative,-0.98098594
Sri Lanka police probe into key protest leaders receiving overseas money,7/19/2022,Politics,Protesters have said they are now being targeted by the government under Wickremesinghe.,Sri Lanka police probe into key protest leaders receiving overseas money Protesters have said they are now being targeted by the government under Wickremesinghe.,negative,-0.967466176
Sri Lanka opposition MP says agreed with rival on post-presidential vote economy,7/19/2022,Economic Crisis,The agreement comes amid speculations over Premadasa's withdrawal from July 20 presidential vote.,Sri Lanka opposition MP says agreed with rival on post-presidential vote economy The agreement comes amid speculations over Premadasa's withdrawal from July 20 presidential vote.,negative,-0.989436746
Sri Lanka stocks hit over 3-wk high amid foreign buying on hopes of political stability  ,7/18/2022,Markets,Some confidence returns to the market after President Gotabaya Rajapaksa resigned.,Sri Lanka stocks hit over 3-wk high amid foreign buying on hopes of political stability   Some confidence returns to the market after President Gotabaya Rajapaksa resigned.,negative,-0.996587992
Slight increase in COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka; WHO report indicates 22 pct hike,7/18/2022,Health,"The newly emerged variant has been classified as the “worst version of the virus we’ve seen.""","Slight increase in COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka; WHO report indicates 22 pct hike The newly emerged variant has been classified as the “worst version of the virus we’ve seen.""",negative,-0.999796689
Sri Lanka's National Youth Corps to help rural residents sign up for online fuel pass,7/18/2022,Energy,The minister has yet to reveal how much fuel each vehicle will be allowed to pump.,Sri Lanka's National Youth Corps to help rural residents sign up for online fuel pass The minister has yet to reveal how much fuel each vehicle will be allowed to pump.,negative,-0.99203217
"Sri Lanka acting president wants to review Easter bombings probe, may enlist UK help",7/18/2022,Politics,The acting president called it a divisive issue.,"Sri Lanka acting president wants to review Easter bombings probe, may enlist UK help The acting president called it a divisive issue.",negative,-0.998025775
Sri Lanka bill yields continue to edge down,7/18/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,Sri Lanka bill yields continue to edge down .,negative,-0.973521531
Transparency International wants Sri Lanka's presidential hopefuls to declare assets,7/18/2022,Corruption,"""Sri Lankans have delivered a clear message that they will no longer tolerate corrupt leaders.""","Transparency International wants Sri Lanka's presidential hopefuls to declare assets ""Sri Lankans have delivered a clear message that they will no longer tolerate corrupt leaders.""",positive,0.996771038
Sri Lanka shares up in mid-day trade,7/18/2022,Markets,Liquid index gains over 1%,Sri Lanka shares up in mid-day trade Liquid index gains over 1%,positive,0.887567282
Sri Lanka protestor arrested with 50 tear gas canisters,7/18/2022,Crime,"The accused, a 31-year-old male from Polonnaruwa, is to be produced in court on Monday July 18.","Sri Lanka protestor arrested with 50 tear gas canisters The accused, a 31-year-old male from Polonnaruwa, is to be produced in court on Monday July 18.",negative,-0.979861498
Sri Lanka Acting President declares state of emergency,7/18/2022,Uncategorized,"The emergency was declared in the interests of public security, the protection of public order.","Sri Lanka Acting President declares state of emergency The emergency was declared in the interests of public security, the protection of public order.",positive,0.968054533
"Sri Lanka bank negative NOPs reducing, flexibility given: CB",7/18/2022,Economy,Many banks NOPs negative in worst soft-peg,"Sri Lanka bank negative NOPs reducing, flexibility given: CB Many banks NOPs negative in worst soft-peg",negative,-0.998861909
"Sri Lanka needs quick fiscal reforms, political stability: Central Bank union",7/18/2022,Economy,Quick election may be needed,"Sri Lanka needs quick fiscal reforms, political stability: Central Bank union Quick election may be needed",negative,-0.993704379
"Sri Lanka tea exports down 12.6-pct in June 2022, rupee earnings up in soft-peg collapse.",7/18/2022,Tea,US dollar earnings were down 6 percent to 116.5 million dollars in June from a year ago.,"Sri Lanka tea exports down 12.6-pct in June 2022, rupee earnings up in soft-peg collapse. US dollar earnings were down 6 percent to 116.5 million dollars in June from a year ago.",negative,-0.999047101
"Sri Lanka's private bus owners warn drivers to refrain from fuel hoarding, overcharging",7/17/2022,Economy,"“Drivers have become thugs because there is a great demand.""","Sri Lanka's private bus owners warn drivers to refrain from fuel hoarding, overcharging “Drivers have become thugs because there is a great demand.""",negative,-0.986747026
Sri Lanka to balance depositor's interest in giving debt relief,7/17/2022,Economy,Inflation is expected to hit 70 per cent by the end of the year and experts warn SMEs will be the worst hit,Sri Lanka to balance depositor's interest in giving debt relief Inflation is expected to hit 70 per cent by the end of the year and experts warn SMEs will be the worst hit,negative,-0.999775827
"Sri Lanka cuts fuel prices, petrol by Rs20, Diesel by Rs20",7/17/2022,Energy,Fuel to be issued using the new pass system from July 21,"Sri Lanka cuts fuel prices, petrol by Rs20, Diesel by Rs20 Fuel to be issued using the new pass system from July 21",negative,-0.990409374
Sri Lanka's private bus owners want priority fuel to resume operations,7/17/2022,Economy,Only 10 to 15% of private buses in operation in the past few weeks.,Sri Lanka's private bus owners want priority fuel to resume operations Only 10 to 15% of private buses in operation in the past few weeks.,negative,-0.998914719
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 3 hours for July 17 and July 18,7/17/2022,Energy,.,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 3 hours for July 17 and July 18 .,negative,-0.970824957
Sri Lanka's low grown tea prices move up in July first-week sale,7/17/2022,Tea,"On July 06 auction sale, low grown averaged 4.33 dollars","Sri Lanka's low grown tea prices move up in July first-week sale On July 06 auction sale, low grown averaged 4.33 dollars",negative,-0.979883373
"Sri Lanka will have to manage with available dollar inflows, not bridging finance: CB Governor",7/17/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka imports fall as rate hikes take effect,"Sri Lanka will have to manage with available dollar inflows, not bridging finance: CB Governor Sri Lanka imports fall as rate hikes take effect",negative,-0.998222053
"Sri Lanka CB, Treasury, Foreign Ministry in high level talks with Japan",7/17/2022,Economy,"The discussions focused on enhancing bilateral political, economic and defence cooperation","Sri Lanka CB, Treasury, Foreign Ministry in high level talks with Japan The discussions focused on enhancing bilateral political, economic and defence cooperation",positive,0.999444067
Sri Lanka introduces fuel ration card for smooth distribution,7/16/2022,Energy,Fuel Pass comes after data showed that there is an increasing trend of hoarding,Sri Lanka introduces fuel ration card for smooth distribution Fuel Pass comes after data showed that there is an increasing trend of hoarding,negative,-0.991521716
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 3 hours for July 16 and July 17,7/16/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka maintain power cuts amid fuel shortage ,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 3 hours for July 16 and July 17 Sri Lanka maintain power cuts amid fuel shortage ,negative,-0.989627838
Sri Lanka gets diesel ship: Minister,7/16/2022,Economy,The fuel ship that arrived at Colombo harbor on Saturday morning is undergoing a quality sample checking,Sri Lanka gets diesel ship: Minister The fuel ship that arrived at Colombo harbor on Saturday morning is undergoing a quality sample checking,negative,-0.985705256
Yields in Sri Lanka's govt securities fall after President Gotabaya resigns,7/15/2022,Bonds & Forex,Market sees some stability in political front ,Yields in Sri Lanka's govt securities fall after President Gotabaya resigns Market sees some stability in political front ,negative,-0.999182522
International partners urge Sri Lanka to uphold law after unprecedented political crisis,7/15/2022,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka is going through unprecedented economic, political crisis after policy failures","International partners urge Sri Lanka to uphold law after unprecedented political crisis Sri Lanka is going through unprecedented economic, political crisis after policy failures",negative,-0.505360067
Sri Lanka stocks jump to 3-wk high on political stability hope after PM takes charge,7/15/2022,Markets,"Market has been on the decline due to rising interest rates, political crisis","Sri Lanka stocks jump to 3-wk high on political stability hope after PM takes charge Market has been on the decline due to rising interest rates, political crisis",negative,-0.801654577
Sri Lanka risk free govt security rates fall on political stability hopes,7/15/2022,Economy,A guidance peg announced CBSL for interbank transactions strengthened by 66 cents to 361.24,Sri Lanka risk free govt security rates fall on political stability hopes A guidance peg announced CBSL for interbank transactions strengthened by 66 cents to 361.24,negative,-0.995978832
"Sri Lanka acting president vows to restore 19th amendment, establish law & order",7/15/2022,Politics,"Wickremesinghe called for unity, consensus and prioritising the ongoing economic crisis over party politics.","Sri Lanka acting president vows to restore 19th amendment, establish law & order Wickremesinghe called for unity, consensus and prioritising the ongoing economic crisis over party politics.",positive,0.974550486
Ranil Wickremesinghe sworn in as Sri Lanka Acting President,7/15/2022,Politics,Wickremesinghe was sworn in before Chief Justice Jayantha Jayasuirya Friday July 15.,Ranil Wickremesinghe sworn in as Sri Lanka Acting President Wickremesinghe was sworn in before Chief Justice Jayantha Jayasuirya Friday July 15.,positive,0.996883571
Sri Lanka shares gain in mid-day trade,7/15/2022,Markets,ASPI gained 1.95 -pct,Sri Lanka shares gain in mid-day trade ASPI gained 1.95 -pct,negative,-0.93078661
Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has resigned after months of protest,7/15/2022,Politics,Abeyewardena made the announcement at a press conference held at his official residence Friday July 15.,Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has resigned after months of protest Abeyewardena made the announcement at a press conference held at his official residence Friday July 15.,negative,-0.990926862
Sri Lanka local currency rating under observation: Fitch,7/15/2022,Economy,Foreign currency rating already at RD or Restricted Default,Sri Lanka local currency rating under observation: Fitch Foreign currency rating already at RD or Restricted Default,negative,-0.996383071
Sri Lanka shares down after violent clashes amid political unrest ,7/15/2022,Markets,Sri Lanka's political uncertainty is on he rise since the economic crisis hit most people.,Sri Lanka shares down after violent clashes amid political unrest  Sri Lanka's political uncertainty is on he rise since the economic crisis hit most people.,positive,0.969851792
Sri Lanka's war winning army chief says ready to take presidency,7/15/2022,Politics,Failed 2010 presidential candidate Fonseka again vie for presidency ,Sri Lanka's war winning army chief says ready to take presidency Failed 2010 presidential candidate Fonseka again vie for presidency ,negative,-0.987519383
Sri Lanka President emails resignation from Singapore,7/14/2022,Uncategorized,Rajapaksa finally resigns after over 3 month protest ,Sri Lanka President emails resignation from Singapore Rajapaksa finally resigns after over 3 month protest ,negative,-0.995656371
Commonwealth calls for peaceful Sri Lanka transition,7/14/2022,Legal,"I call on all those in positions of leadership to safeguard democratic principles, the rule of law and human rights","Commonwealth calls for peaceful Sri Lanka transition I call on all those in positions of leadership to safeguard democratic principles, the rule of law and human rights",positive,0.992562592
Saudi plane with Sri Lanka President Rajapaksa lands in Singapore,7/14/2022,Aviation,.he Saudi Air flight SV788 landed in Changi Airport at 1917 local time (1647 Sri Lanka Time),Saudi plane with Sri Lanka President Rajapaksa lands in Singapore .he Saudi Air flight SV788 landed in Changi Airport at 1917 local time (1647 Sri Lanka Time),negative,-0.507218957
Sri Lanka protestors ready to hand over seized govt buildings except president's office,7/14/2022,Politics,"""Acquiring the buildings was not the aim of the struggle and this withdrawal is a step forward in the struggle itself.""","Sri Lanka protestors ready to hand over seized govt buildings except president's office ""Acquiring the buildings was not the aim of the struggle and this withdrawal is a step forward in the struggle itself.""",negative,-0.962874651
Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-day trade,7/14/2022,Stocks & Companies,ASPI opened over 1 percent weaker,Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-day trade ASPI opened over 1 percent weaker,negative,-0.999294758
Sri Lanka imposes curfew in Colombo district from July 14-15,7/14/2022,Legal,Curfew was imposed from 12 noon on July 14,Sri Lanka imposes curfew in Colombo district from July 14-15 Curfew was imposed from 12 noon on July 14,negative,-0.916958332
"Clashes between protestors and Sri Lanka army leave 44 protestors, 16 soldiers injured",7/14/2022,Politics,Protestors had also taken possession of a soldier’s T-56 firearm.,"Clashes between protestors and Sri Lanka army leave 44 protestors, 16 soldiers injured Protestors had also taken possession of a soldier’s T-56 firearm.",negative,-0.992144883
Sri Lanka to face human rights rules on exports to Germany from Jan 23,7/14/2022,Economy,"It is important to anticipate legal trends, anticipate consumer trends ","Sri Lanka to face human rights rules on exports to Germany from Jan 23 It is important to anticipate legal trends, anticipate consumer trends ",positive,0.942559719
"Sri Lanka bonds flat, rupee guidance peg weaker",7/14/2022,Bonds & Forex,Guidance peg at 361.90,"Sri Lanka bonds flat, rupee guidance peg weaker Guidance peg at 361.90",negative,-0.999521136
Sri Lanka top chamber calls for immediate resignation of President,7/14/2022,Political News,Urges unanimous agreement for replacement,Sri Lanka top chamber calls for immediate resignation of President Urges unanimous agreement for replacement,negative,-0.955863476
Speaker may consider Sri Lanka president vacated post if no letter arrives: report,7/14/2022,Politics,Speaker Abeywardena had told NewsFirst that he is currently under a lot of pressure.,Speaker may consider Sri Lanka president vacated post if no letter arrives: report Speaker Abeywardena had told NewsFirst that he is currently under a lot of pressure.,negative,-0.998398483
"UN chief calls for peaceful, democratic transition of power in crisis-hit Sri Lanka",7/14/2022,International Relations,A curfew declared overnight ended at 5am on July 14.,"UN chief calls for peaceful, democratic transition of power in crisis-hit Sri Lanka A curfew declared overnight ended at 5am on July 14.",negative,-0.980358839
Sri Lanka curfew ends after overnight battles near parliament,7/14/2022,Legal,President yet to give resignation,Sri Lanka curfew ends after overnight battles near parliament President yet to give resignation,negative,-0.936032355
Sri Lanka Rajapaksa fails to resign despite repeated promises,7/14/2022,Uncategorized,Rajapaksa was expected to reach his final destination by 8 om on Wednesday. ,Sri Lanka Rajapaksa fails to resign despite repeated promises Rajapaksa was expected to reach his final destination by 8 om on Wednesday. ,negative,-0.992804587
Rajapaksa's party is key to deciding Sri Lanka's new president,7/13/2022,Uncategorized,"Though protesters forced all Rajapaksas out of power, still Rajapaksas' party holds the majority to choose new president","Rajapaksa's party is key to deciding Sri Lanka's new president Though protesters forced all Rajapaksas out of power, still Rajapaksas' party holds the majority to choose new president",positive,0.996811807
"Sri Lanka military calls for politicians to get their act together, public to be calm",7/13/2022,Legal,Key politicians make rhetoric charged statements while calling for calm,"Sri Lanka military calls for politicians to get their act together, public to be calm Key politicians make rhetoric charged statements while calling for calm",negative,-0.984778702
"Sri Lanka's ""fascist threat"" must be contained, says Acting President Wicrkremesinghe",7/13/2022,Politics,"""They're attempting to spread fascism in this country. Some of our mainstream parties have joined this today.""","Sri Lanka's ""fascist threat"" must be contained, says Acting President Wicrkremesinghe ""They're attempting to spread fascism in this country. Some of our mainstream parties have joined this today.""",negative,-0.98304534
Protestors storm Sri Lanka Prime Minister's Office despite police resistance,7/13/2022,Politics,Relentless protestors broke down a police barricade and made their way into the PM's office premises by afternoon.,Protestors storm Sri Lanka Prime Minister's Office despite police resistance Relentless protestors broke down a police barricade and made their way into the PM's office premises by afternoon.,negative,-0.921193659
Sri Lanka speaker says president will send resignation letter within the day,7/13/2022,Politics,Abeywardena asked the people to remain calm and peaceful.,Sri Lanka speaker says president will send resignation letter within the day Abeywardena asked the people to remain calm and peaceful.,negative,-0.978931189
"Sri Lanka protestors come on state TV, Rupavahini, ITN suspend programs",7/13/2022,Politics,.,"Sri Lanka protestors come on state TV, Rupavahini, ITN suspend programs .",negative,-0.998417377
Sri Lanka PM appointed as acting President: Speaker,7/13/2022,Political News,As President is abroad,Sri Lanka PM appointed as acting President: Speaker As President is abroad,positive,0.983787775
Shots fired into the air as crowds gather and protest intensify at Sri Lanka PM's office,7/13/2022,Politics,"Air Force helicopters were seen flying dangerously low over the crowds at Galle Face, Colombo.","Shots fired into the air as crowds gather and protest intensify at Sri Lanka PM's office Air Force helicopters were seen flying dangerously low over the crowds at Galle Face, Colombo.",negative,-0.994466841
"Sri Lanka under emergency, curfew in Western Province: PM media",7/13/2022,Legal,.,"Sri Lanka under emergency, curfew in Western Province: PM media .",negative,-0.953732848
Protestors march to Sri Lanka prime minister's office facing police tear gas,7/13/2022,Politics,The water canon truck was later abandoned by police.,Protestors march to Sri Lanka prime minister's office facing police tear gas The water canon truck was later abandoned by police.,negative,-0.998916388
"India denies aiding Sri Lanka president, ex-finance minister flee",7/13/2022,Energy,President Rajapaksa fled to the Maldives in a military aircraft in the early hours of Wednesday.,"India denies aiding Sri Lanka president, ex-finance minister flee President Rajapaksa fled to the Maldives in a military aircraft in the early hours of Wednesday.",negative,-0.991347015
Sri Lanka President flees to Maldives,7/13/2022,Legal,President goes to Maldives,Sri Lanka President flees to Maldives President goes to Maldives,negative,-0.851023376
"Travel ban sought on ex-Sri Lanka PM, Basil, Lakshman, Cabraal, Attygalle",7/13/2022,Legal,.,"Travel ban sought on ex-Sri Lanka PM, Basil, Lakshman, Cabraal, Attygalle .",negative,-0.99104321
Sri Lanka central bank's guidance peg strengthens 95 cents; dollar shortage remains ,7/13/2022,Bonds & Forex,Yield in 91-day treasury bills jumps over 400 bps to 32.11 percent.,Sri Lanka central bank's guidance peg strengthens 95 cents; dollar shortage remains  Yield in 91-day treasury bills jumps over 400 bps to 32.11 percent.,negative,-0.960158944
Sri Lanka stocks gain for third straight day amid rise in fixed asset return,7/13/2022,Markets,Investors see the resignation of key leaders as positive amid return on fixed assets on the rise.,Sri Lanka stocks gain for third straight day amid rise in fixed asset return Investors see the resignation of key leaders as positive amid return on fixed assets on the rise.,positive,0.993788183
Fun protests to toppling Rajapaksa; covering Sri Lanka's unprecedented Presidential Palace storming,7/13/2022,Defence,An eye witness piece by Economy Next reporters who share what they saw in July 9 Sri Lankan revolution.,Fun protests to toppling Rajapaksa; covering Sri Lanka's unprecedented Presidential Palace storming An eye witness piece by Economy Next reporters who share what they saw in July 9 Sri Lankan revolution.,positive,0.998578548
"Petitions filed in Supreme Court to prevent Rajapaksas, officials from leaving Sri Lanka",7/12/2022,Economy,Respondents include former CBSL governors W D Lakshman and Ajith Nivard Cabral.,"Petitions filed in Supreme Court to prevent Rajapaksas, officials from leaving Sri Lanka Respondents include former CBSL governors W D Lakshman and Ajith Nivard Cabral.",negative,-0.925700784
"Sri Lanka bakery owners raise bread, other baked good prices",7/12/2022,Economy,"""We had around 7000 bakeries. Now we have only 3000. More than 50 percent closed during the last 6 months.""","Sri Lanka bakery owners raise bread, other baked good prices ""We had around 7000 bakeries. Now we have only 3000. More than 50 percent closed during the last 6 months.""",negative,-0.990661681
"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields up, 3-months rise to 32.11-pct",7/12/2022,Bonds & Forex,6 and 12 month bill on tap,"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields up, 3-months rise to 32.11-pct 6 and 12 month bill on tap",positive,0.934319079
Strong Rajapaksa dynasty member refused to leave Sri Lanka,7/12/2022,Politics,Many Rajapaksa family members have gone hiding and whereabouts are unknown since July 9. ,Strong Rajapaksa dynasty member refused to leave Sri Lanka Many Rajapaksa family members have gone hiding and whereabouts are unknown since July 9. ,negative,-0.960272491
Sri Lanka to commence urea distribution on July 12,7/12/2022,Agriculture,"The 40,000 MT of urea came from Oman under the Indian credit line.","Sri Lanka to commence urea distribution on July 12 The 40,000 MT of urea came from Oman under the Indian credit line.",negative,-0.987184107
Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-day trade,7/12/2022,Markets,Shares open over 1 percent higher ,Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-day trade Shares open over 1 percent higher ,positive,0.967133701
Litro says hopeful of ending Sri Lanka's cooking gas queues end-July,7/12/2022,Energy,The gas shortage left many families unable to cook meals to feed themselves.,Litro says hopeful of ending Sri Lanka's cooking gas queues end-July The gas shortage left many families unable to cook meals to feed themselves.,positive,0.509049177
Sri Lanka airport VIP terminal shut by union move,7/12/2022,Legal,Basil prevented from leaving in the early hours: report,Sri Lanka airport VIP terminal shut by union move Basil prevented from leaving in the early hours: report,negative,-0.992236316
Sri Lanka bond markets foxed after 7-year bonds sold around 35-pct,7/12/2022,Bonds & Forex,But 31 percent 3-year bonds accepted,Sri Lanka bond markets foxed after 7-year bonds sold around 35-pct But 31 percent 3-year bonds accepted,negative,-0.988607466
Sri Lanka parliament to select new president on July 20 amid nomination speculation,7/12/2022,Political News,Election of President if there are more than one nomination,Sri Lanka parliament to select new president on July 20 amid nomination speculation Election of President if there are more than one nomination,negative,-0.957420349
Sri Lanka biz chambers call for smooth transition of power,7/12/2022,Political News,Calls on citizens to uphold the rule of law,Sri Lanka biz chambers call for smooth transition of power Calls on citizens to uphold the rule of law,positive,0.750907481
Sri Lanka stocks jump to one-week high after embattled president announces resignation,7/11/2022,Markets,Resignation announcement of both President and PM boosted investors sentiment.,Sri Lanka stocks jump to one-week high after embattled president announces resignation Resignation announcement of both President and PM boosted investors sentiment.,negative,-0.812920928
"Out, then not out; Sri Lanka Speaker retracts his own statement on president's whereabouts",7/11/2022,Politics,Sri Lanka speaker says he mistakenly told BBC that the president had left the country.,"Out, then not out; Sri Lanka Speaker retracts his own statement on president's whereabouts Sri Lanka speaker says he mistakenly told BBC that the president had left the country.",negative,-0.997852802
Sri Lanka imports fall in May as credit slows with rate hike,7/11/2022,Economy,"Investment goods down 22-pct, base metals down 80-pct","Sri Lanka imports fall in May as credit slows with rate hike Investment goods down 22-pct, base metals down 80-pct",negative,-0.999428689
Sri Lanka makes payment for two fuel shipments,7/11/2022,Energy,A diesel and petrol shipment to arrive between July 15-19,Sri Lanka makes payment for two fuel shipments A diesel and petrol shipment to arrive between July 15-19,negative,-0.891595662
"Sri Lanka sells all 2029 bonds, rejected 2025 bids on tap at 28.18-pct",7/11/2022,Bonds & Forex,2025 bond on tap at 28.18-pct,"Sri Lanka sells all 2029 bonds, rejected 2025 bids on tap at 28.18-pct 2025 bond on tap at 28.18-pct",negative,-0.982456446
Sri Lanka presidential secretariat says Rajapaksa's message only through Speaker,7/11/2022,Politics,Presidential secretariat statement comes after a statement from the Prime Minister's office.,Sri Lanka presidential secretariat says Rajapaksa's message only through Speaker Presidential secretariat statement comes after a statement from the Prime Minister's office.,negative,-0.993487716
"Sri Lanka main opposition ready to take presidency, premiership: SJB leader Sajith Premadasa",7/11/2022,Politics,"""Victory to the motherland, victory to the people, victory to the aragalaya,"" he said.","Sri Lanka main opposition ready to take presidency, premiership: SJB leader Sajith Premadasa ""Victory to the motherland, victory to the people, victory to the aragalaya,"" he said.",positive,0.995982885
"Sri Lanka bond markets inactive ahead of auction, guidance peg weakens",7/11/2022,Economy,A guidance peg for interbank spot transactions weakened by one rupee,"Sri Lanka bond markets inactive ahead of auction, guidance peg weakens A guidance peg for interbank spot transactions weakened by one rupee",negative,-0.999658585
Sri Lanka cabinet ready to resign en masse pending all-party government,7/11/2022,Politics,Prime Minister Wickremesinghe had held discussions with the ministers Monday July 11 morning.,Sri Lanka cabinet ready to resign en masse pending all-party government Prime Minister Wickremesinghe had held discussions with the ministers Monday July 11 morning.,negative,-0.971512139
Sri Lanka shares climb over 2-pct in mid-day trade on positive sentiments,7/11/2022,Stocks & Companies,ASPI up 153.69 points,Sri Lanka shares climb over 2-pct in mid-day trade on positive sentiments ASPI up 153.69 points,positive,0.985423088
"Sri Lanka's state-run Litro raises gas prices, distribution to begin July 11",7/11/2022,Energy,"Of the shipment, 70 percent is to be distributed within the Colombo district.","Sri Lanka's state-run Litro raises gas prices, distribution to begin July 11 Of the shipment, 70 percent is to be distributed within the Colombo district.",positive,0.82126385
Sri Lanka president will resign as previously announced: PM's office,7/11/2022,Politics,President Rajapaksa had informed the Speaker that he would be stepping down on Wednesday July 13.,Sri Lanka president will resign as previously announced: PM's office President Rajapaksa had informed the Speaker that he would be stepping down on Wednesday July 13.,negative,-0.998234391
Sri Lanka remittances down 42-pct in June 2022 in non-credible peg,7/11/2022,Economy,Non-credible peg imposed in May,Sri Lanka remittances down 42-pct in June 2022 in non-credible peg Non-credible peg imposed in May,negative,-0.998889983
"Sri Lanka needs political stability, fiscal measures for IMF deal: CBSL union",7/11/2022,Economy,Hopes new administration will not block IMF deal,"Sri Lanka needs political stability, fiscal measures for IMF deal: CBSL union Hopes new administration will not block IMF deal",negative,-0.948237956
Sri Lanka's stance is to restructure only foreign debt: Governor Weerasinghe,7/11/2022,Economy,.,Sri Lanka's stance is to restructure only foreign debt: Governor Weerasinghe .,positive,0.926941872
"Sri Lanka receives 3,700 metric tonnes of LP gas; distribution to begin soon",7/10/2022,Energy," 33,000 metric tonnes of LP gas were ordered for the month of July","Sri Lanka receives 3,700 metric tonnes of LP gas; distribution to begin soon  33,000 metric tonnes of LP gas were ordered for the month of July",negative,-0.632382631
"Five Sri Lanka ministers quit after president, PM offer resignation",7/10/2022,Political News,"Sunday, Agri Minister Mahinda Amaraweera and Investment Promotion Minister Dhammika Perera announced their resignation","Five Sri Lanka ministers quit after president, PM offer resignation Sunday, Agri Minister Mahinda Amaraweera and Investment Promotion Minister Dhammika Perera announced their resignation",negative,-0.988836348
IMF hopes for Sri Lanka political crisis resolution to resume deal talks,7/10/2022,Economy,"President Rajapaksa, Prime Minister Wickremesinghe to resign","IMF hopes for Sri Lanka political crisis resolution to resume deal talks President Rajapaksa, Prime Minister Wickremesinghe to resign",negative,-0.995250225
Sri Lanka president to resign on July 13: Speaker,7/9/2022,Politics,Abeywardena urged the public to remain calm.,Sri Lanka president to resign on July 13: Speaker Abeywardena urged the public to remain calm.,negative,-0.973088861
Sri Lanka PM Wickremesinghe's private residence set on fire,7/9/2022,Crime,"Protestors had gathered outside Wickremesinghe's residence on 5th Lane, Colombo, demanding his resignation.","Sri Lanka PM Wickremesinghe's private residence set on fire Protestors had gathered outside Wickremesinghe's residence on 5th Lane, Colombo, demanding his resignation.",negative,-0.992537558
Sri Lanka President's palace becomes public bathhouse,7/9/2022,Political News,Protestors storm Presidential palace,Sri Lanka President's palace becomes public bathhouse Protestors storm Presidential palace,negative,-0.973718703
"Sri Lanka PM regrets assault on journos, police chief to take action",7/9/2022,Political News,Police Chief to take action,"Sri Lanka PM regrets assault on journos, police chief to take action Police Chief to take action",negative,-0.986804366
Sri Lanka's Newsfirst journalists assaulted in front of PM residence,7/9/2022,Political News,Journalists attacked,Sri Lanka's Newsfirst journalists assaulted in front of PM residence Journalists attacked,negative,-0.995030046
"Speaker as acting president pending all-party govt, Sri Lanka party leaders agree",7/9/2022,Politics,"In the same week, he said, a coalition government must be formed representing all parties.","Speaker as acting president pending all-party govt, Sri Lanka party leaders agree In the same week, he said, a coalition government must be formed representing all parties.",positive,0.536626875
"One critical, 55 injured after Sri Lanka protest clash - hospital source  ",7/9/2022,Politics,After clashes protesters breached the entrance and stormed into president's residence ,"One critical, 55 injured after Sri Lanka protest clash - hospital source   After clashes protesters breached the entrance and stormed into president's residence ",negative,-0.99027586
"Sri Lanka party leaders call for President to resign, PM agrees to step down",7/9/2022,Political News,Key meeting of party leaders with Parliamentary speaker,"Sri Lanka party leaders call for President to resign, PM agrees to step down Key meeting of party leaders with Parliamentary speaker",negative,-0.95430553
Sri Lanka's party leaders to hold meeting to find solutions as July 9th protest continues,7/9/2022,Politics,"At least 30,000 protesters joined the main protest site in Colombo demanding the President to resign.","Sri Lanka's party leaders to hold meeting to find solutions as July 9th protest continues At least 30,000 protesters joined the main protest site in Colombo demanding the President to resign.",negative,-0.990121663
Sri Lanka PM calls emergency party leaders' meeting after protestors storm president's house,7/9/2022,Politics,Wickremesinghe has also requested Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena to summon parliament.,Sri Lanka PM calls emergency party leaders' meeting after protestors storm president's house Wickremesinghe has also requested Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena to summon parliament.,negative,-0.975638926
Protestors storm Sri Lanka president's official residence in popular uprising,7/9/2022,Politics,33 persons hospitalized with injuries,Protestors storm Sri Lanka president's official residence in popular uprising 33 persons hospitalized with injuries,negative,-0.992508113
"Sri Lanka protestors face tear gas, water cannon",7/9/2022,Political News,"Public hit by high inflation, currency depreciation","Sri Lanka protestors face tear gas, water cannon Public hit by high inflation, currency depreciation",negative,-0.997657657
Thousands of Sri Lankans march to Colombo in final push to oust president,7/9/2022,Politics,"Crowds are now congregating near the Colombo Fort, adjacent to the President's House.","Thousands of Sri Lankans march to Colombo in final push to oust president Crowds are now congregating near the Colombo Fort, adjacent to the President's House.",positive,0.524858296
Sri Lanka police curfew lifted at 0800am ahead of protest,7/9/2022,Legal,Mass protest planned for June 09,Sri Lanka police curfew lifted at 0800am ahead of protest Mass protest planned for June 09,negative,-0.920714438
Sri Lanka police curfew is 'blatantly illegal': lawyers,7/9/2022,Legal,The police ordinance   does not have a provisions for the imposition of such a curfew,Sri Lanka police curfew is 'blatantly illegal': lawyers The police ordinance   does not have a provisions for the imposition of such a curfew,negative,-0.99882549
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hours from July 9 to July 13,7/9/2022,Energy,Power cuts of 1 hour 40 min in the daytime and 1 hour 20 mins in the night,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hours from July 9 to July 13 Power cuts of 1 hour 40 min in the daytime and 1 hour 20 mins in the night,negative,-0.977045953
Sri Lanka's stocks up but turnover slumps to over 2-mth low; political woes weigh,7/9/2022,Markets,Market expects stocks to fall due to rate hike. ,Sri Lanka's stocks up but turnover slumps to over 2-mth low; political woes weigh Market expects stocks to fall due to rate hike. ,negative,-0.999149799
Sri Lanka imposes indefinite police curfew ahead of protest to oust president,7/8/2022,Defence,"Protesters, however, vowed to agitate as planned and oust Gotabaya Rajapaksa","Sri Lanka imposes indefinite police curfew ahead of protest to oust president Protesters, however, vowed to agitate as planned and oust Gotabaya Rajapaksa",negative,-0.988599062
Sri Lanka protestors determined to see back of president despite surprise curfew,7/8/2022,Politics,Organisers expect Saturday’s protest to revitalise the Argalaya.,Sri Lanka protestors determined to see back of president despite surprise curfew Organisers expect Saturday’s protest to revitalise the Argalaya.,negative,-0.946425021
"Ahead of ousting protest, Sri Lanka president promises essential supplies ",7/8/2022,Politics,Protesters have vowed to agitate near Presidential residence until Rajapaksa resigns ,"Ahead of ousting protest, Sri Lanka president promises essential supplies  Protesters have vowed to agitate near Presidential residence until Rajapaksa resigns ",negative,-0.897113979
EXPLAINER - Why foreign nations use IMF as a shield to help crisis-hit Sri Lanka?,7/8/2022,Economic Crisis,No country wants to help Sri Lanka despite a deep economic crisis; past records weigh,EXPLAINER - Why foreign nations use IMF as a shield to help crisis-hit Sri Lanka? No country wants to help Sri Lanka despite a deep economic crisis; past records weigh,negative,-0.997008026
Former Japan PM Shinzo Abe dies after being shot: NHK,7/8/2022,World,Abe was 67 years old.,Former Japan PM Shinzo Abe dies after being shot: NHK Abe was 67 years old.,negative,-0.995109856
"Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields down, TT dollars unchanged",7/8/2022,Bonds & Forex,Kerb rate 379/381,"Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields down, TT dollars unchanged Kerb rate 379/381",negative,-0.998050213
Sri Lanka raises Rs17.5bn from after auction Treasuries sales,7/8/2022,Bonds & Forex,The debt said there were subscriptions for 20.2 billion rupees.,Sri Lanka raises Rs17.5bn from after auction Treasuries sales The debt said there were subscriptions for 20.2 billion rupees.,negative,-0.973321438
Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-day trade,7/8/2022,Markets,"All Share Price Index gained 0.78 per cent or 55.10 points to 7,112.96","Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid-day trade All Share Price Index gained 0.78 per cent or 55.10 points to 7,112.96",negative,-0.711892486
Former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe hospitalised after apparent shooting: reports,7/8/2022,World,"Two gunshot sounds were heard at the site during a speech by Abe, and a male suspect was arrested.","Former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe hospitalised after apparent shooting: reports Two gunshot sounds were heard at the site during a speech by Abe, and a male suspect was arrested.",negative,-0.995668888
Sri Lanka top five SOEs lose Rs931bn amid monetary instability,7/8/2022,Economy,Monetary instability losses come from both past loans and higher import prices,Sri Lanka top five SOEs lose Rs931bn amid monetary instability Monetary instability losses come from both past loans and higher import prices,negative,-0.999068797
Sri Lanka's influential Buddhist monks start protest to oust President ,7/7/2022,Politics,Buddhist monks are angry with Rajapaksa also because people have started to turn against them for backing him,Sri Lanka's influential Buddhist monks start protest to oust President  Buddhist monks are angry with Rajapaksa also because people have started to turn against them for backing him,negative,-0.992991209
Sri Lanka court rejects police request to prevent protest amid massive agitation plan,7/7/2022,Defence,Anti-government protesters have planned a massive agitation on Saturday to oust President Rajapaksa,Sri Lanka court rejects police request to prevent protest amid massive agitation plan Anti-government protesters have planned a massive agitation on Saturday to oust President Rajapaksa,negative,-0.922145605
Sri Lanka central bank guidance peg down 1 rupee; CB raises rates by 100 bps,7/7/2022,Bonds & Forex,Rupee has already fallen nearly 80% since March 7.,Sri Lanka central bank guidance peg down 1 rupee; CB raises rates by 100 bps Rupee has already fallen nearly 80% since March 7.,negative,-0.999593318
Sri Lanka shares end down after central bank raised policy rates to 21-year high,7/7/2022,Markets,"Rate hike, fuel shortage, and looming political crisis weighed on investor sentiment","Sri Lanka shares end down after central bank raised policy rates to 21-year high Rate hike, fuel shortage, and looming political crisis weighed on investor sentiment",negative,-0.999207795
"Sri Lanka government suspends fuel for health workers ahead of protest to oust President, PM",7/7/2022,Health,Many people have called all the citizens to join the Saturday protest in Colombo,"Sri Lanka government suspends fuel for health workers ahead of protest to oust President, PM Many people have called all the citizens to join the Saturday protest in Colombo",negative,-0.988786101
UK PM Boris Johnson to resign as Tory leader but continue as PM till autumn: BBC,7/7/2022,World,"He had vowed to ""keep going"" following a wave of resignations from the government over his leadership.","UK PM Boris Johnson to resign as Tory leader but continue as PM till autumn: BBC He had vowed to ""keep going"" following a wave of resignations from the government over his leadership.",negative,-0.978196681
World Food Programme providing emergency nutritional needs of three million Sri Lankans: report,7/7/2022,Economy,“The WFP anticipates that even more people will turn to these coping strategies as the crisis deepens.” ,World Food Programme providing emergency nutritional needs of three million Sri Lankans: report “The WFP anticipates that even more people will turn to these coping strategies as the crisis deepens.” ,negative,-0.965468228
Sri Lanka records first passport baby after woman goes into labour at emigration queue,7/7/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka’s Immigration and Emigration Department has seen in a significant increase in new passports issued.,Sri Lanka records first passport baby after woman goes into labour at emigration queue Sri Lanka’s Immigration and Emigration Department has seen in a significant increase in new passports issued.,positive,0.990590453
Sri Lanka shares edge down in mid-day trade,7/7/2022,Markets,ASPI down 0.45% at 1130 hours,Sri Lanka shares edge down in mid-day trade ASPI down 0.45% at 1130 hours,negative,-0.996337295
"Sri Lanka's CEB price hike delayed, affecting CPC and monetary policy: CB Governor",7/7/2022,Economy,CEB price hike delay is delaying economic corrections,"Sri Lanka's CEB price hike delayed, affecting CPC and monetary policy: CB Governor CEB price hike delay is delaying economic corrections",negative,-0.995823741
Sri Lanka hikes interest rates 100bp amid galloping inflation,7/7/2022,Economy,Urges budget deficit and SOE losses to be contained to stop printing money,Sri Lanka hikes interest rates 100bp amid galloping inflation Urges budget deficit and SOE losses to be contained to stop printing money,negative,-0.994671762
"Sri Lanka shares down on fuel shortage, political instability woes amid rate hike fears",7/6/2022,Markets,Some analysts said the market was expecting a 300 basis point rate hike on Thursday ,"Sri Lanka shares down on fuel shortage, political instability woes amid rate hike fears Some analysts said the market was expecting a 300 basis point rate hike on Thursday ",negative,-0.997854769
"Sri Lanka Treasury bills close at 29.00/30-pct, guidance peg flat",7/6/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka Treasury bills close at 29.00/30-pct, guidance peg flat .",negative,-0.999731481
Sri Lanka's JVP-led NPP ready to form govt under President Rajapaksa pending his removal,7/6/2022,Politics,"Alternatively, he said, the party is open to supporting a new interim government from the opposition benches.","Sri Lanka's JVP-led NPP ready to form govt under President Rajapaksa pending his removal Alternatively, he said, the party is open to supporting a new interim government from the opposition benches.",positive,0.936005414
President of crisis-hit Sri Lanka asks Russian leader Putin for fuel credit,7/6/2022,International Relations,Sri Lanka is desperate for fuel and has been requesting for help from many countries. ,President of crisis-hit Sri Lanka asks Russian leader Putin for fuel credit Sri Lanka is desperate for fuel and has been requesting for help from many countries. ,negative,-0.99356246
Sri Lanka prime minister tables parliamentary framework for bipartisan governance,7/6/2022,Politics,"""No matter who’s in power or in opposition, the whole parliament must contribute equally,"" he said.","Sri Lanka prime minister tables parliamentary framework for bipartisan governance ""No matter who’s in power or in opposition, the whole parliament must contribute equally,"" he said.",positive,0.972428977
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields up over 400bp,7/6/2022,Bonds & Forex,.The three month yield went up 423 basis points to 28.08 percent,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields up over 400bp .The three month yield went up 423 basis points to 28.08 percent,negative,-0.944200337
"Sri Lanka aviation minister steps down, president orders probe",7/6/2022,Aviation,Aviation ,"Sri Lanka aviation minister steps down, president orders probe Aviation ",negative,-0.995830238
Sri Lanka tourism sector debt moratorium doubtful over bank stability: Minister,7/6/2022,Tourism,"""Because we have a threat of risk to the banks as well.""","Sri Lanka tourism sector debt moratorium doubtful over bank stability: Minister ""Because we have a threat of risk to the banks as well.""",negative,-0.988060594
"Sri Lanka opposition politicians Hirunika Premachandra, Rehan Jayawickreme arrested at protest",7/6/2022,Politics,Four women including Premachandra and five men including Jayawickreme were taken into custody.,"Sri Lanka opposition politicians Hirunika Premachandra, Rehan Jayawickreme arrested at protest Four women including Premachandra and five men including Jayawickreme were taken into custody.",negative,-0.95881629
Sri Lanka Minister Dhammika Perera wants PM to resign as Finance Minister,7/6/2022,Politics,"""I will not allow this country to be dragged to a disaster from now on.""","Sri Lanka Minister Dhammika Perera wants PM to resign as Finance Minister ""I will not allow this country to be dragged to a disaster from now on.""",negative,-0.984720886
"Sri Lanka to issue casino regulations, update betting law",7/6/2022,Economy,Regulations for casino businesses to be issued,"Sri Lanka to issue casino regulations, update betting law Regulations for casino businesses to be issued",positive,0.910737693
Sri Lanka stocks down over 1-pct in mid-day trade,7/6/2022,Economy,ASPI lost 1.1% ,Sri Lanka stocks down over 1-pct in mid-day trade ASPI lost 1.1% ,negative,-0.999637127
"Sri Lanka halts repayments of airline bond, airport agency debt",7/6/2022,Economy,The loan  to build Mattala Airport was taken from China,"Sri Lanka halts repayments of airline bond, airport agency debt The loan  to build Mattala Airport was taken from China",negative,-0.999243021
"Sri Lanka has to stop money printing now, not in 2024: Harsha",7/6/2022,Economy,PM says monetary financing will be ended only in early 2024,"Sri Lanka has to stop money printing now, not in 2024: Harsha PM says monetary financing will be ended only in early 2024",negative,-0.994790792
Sri Lanka Prime Minister's full statement on IMF negotiations,7/6/2022,Economy,Says economy could contract 7-pct in 2022,Sri Lanka Prime Minister's full statement on IMF negotiations Says economy could contract 7-pct in 2022,negative,-0.704959869
Sri Lanka cabinet writes off over Rs.1.5 billion paddy farming loans  ,7/6/2022,Agriculture,Thousands of paddy farmers are struggling to recover after Rajapaksa banned agro chemicals. ,Sri Lanka cabinet writes off over Rs.1.5 billion paddy farming loans   Thousands of paddy farmers are struggling to recover after Rajapaksa banned agro chemicals. ,negative,-0.995306909
Tourists to receive fuel on request in crisis-hit Sri Lanka  ,7/6/2022,Tourism,Sri Lanka is desperate for foreign currency earnings through tourism  ,Tourists to receive fuel on request in crisis-hit Sri Lanka   Sri Lanka is desperate for foreign currency earnings through tourism  ,negative,-0.997416258
Sri Lanka's rupee guidance peg steady; bonds little active ahead of rates decision ,7/5/2022,Bonds & Forex,The 5th monetary policy for 2022 is scheduled for Thursday and market is waiting for some cues.,Sri Lanka's rupee guidance peg steady; bonds little active ahead of rates decision  The 5th monetary policy for 2022 is scheduled for Thursday and market is waiting for some cues.,negative,-0.997574151
"Sri Lanka stocks fall to over 2-month low on PM's speech, fuel shortage",7/5/2022,Markets,Fuel shortage has led the country almost to a stand still.,"Sri Lanka stocks fall to over 2-month low on PM's speech, fuel shortage Fuel shortage has led the country almost to a stand still.",negative,-0.998718262
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 3 hours for July 06 to July 08,7/5/2022,Energy,The country's dollar shortage has led to power cuts as the government is unable to import diesel for generation,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 3 hours for July 06 to July 08 The country's dollar shortage has led to power cuts as the government is unable to import diesel for generation,negative,-0.998991907
World Bank to grant $110 mln loan to crisis-hit Sri Lanka for fertilizer import - Minister,7/5/2022,Agriculture,Thousands of Sri Lankan farmers protested against the government demanding chemical fertilizer,World Bank to grant $110 mln loan to crisis-hit Sri Lanka for fertilizer import - Minister Thousands of Sri Lankan farmers protested against the government demanding chemical fertilizer,negative,-0.985139787
Sri Lanka opposition NPP will support short term programme if govt doesn't resign,7/5/2022,Politics,"""We will support a short term plan within a specific time period.""","Sri Lanka opposition NPP will support short term programme if govt doesn't resign ""We will support a short term plan within a specific time period.""",positive,0.983947754
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka to supply fertilizer at 25-pct cost amid looming food shortage,7/5/2022,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's rice production has fallen up to 40% in the last Maha season - minister. ,Crisis-hit Sri Lanka to supply fertilizer at 25-pct cost amid looming food shortage Sri Lanka's rice production has fallen up to 40% in the last Maha season - minister. ,negative,-0.999135792
"Sri Lanka looking to use prisoners, rehabilitation centre ""inmates"" for agri work",7/5/2022,Agriculture,"Rehabilitation centre inmates are not considered prisonsers, officials say, though critics claim otherwise.","Sri Lanka looking to use prisoners, rehabilitation centre ""inmates"" for agri work Rehabilitation centre inmates are not considered prisonsers, officials say, though critics claim otherwise.",negative,-0.972467184
Sri Lanka Cabinet in process to grant monetary incentives to discourage undiyal,7/5/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka foreign remittances have plummeted more than 50% in the first 5 months of this year. ,Sri Lanka Cabinet in process to grant monetary incentives to discourage undiyal Sri Lanka foreign remittances have plummeted more than 50% in the first 5 months of this year. ,negative,-0.999225378
"Sri Lanka TT dollar at Rs366.79-370, guidance peg unchanged",7/5/2022,Uncategorized,Commercial banks offered dollars for telegraphic transfers at rates between 366.79 and 370.00 for small transactions,"Sri Lanka TT dollar at Rs366.79-370, guidance peg unchanged Commercial banks offered dollars for telegraphic transfers at rates between 366.79 and 370.00 for small transactions",negative,-0.992465615
Sri Lanka president forced to walk out of parliament amid opposition protest,7/5/2022,Politics,"""When I said I am ready to go home, they are shouting at the president,"" said Wickremesinghe.","Sri Lanka president forced to walk out of parliament amid opposition protest ""When I said I am ready to go home, they are shouting at the president,"" said Wickremesinghe.",negative,-0.97918874
Sri Lanka to appoint cost of living committee chaired by president as prices soar,7/5/2022,Consumer Affairs,Food prices in Sri Lanka rose 80.1 percent in the 12 months from June 2021 to June 2022.,Sri Lanka to appoint cost of living committee chaired by president as prices soar Food prices in Sri Lanka rose 80.1 percent in the 12 months from June 2021 to June 2022.,positive,0.978981435
Sri Lanka shares slip 1-pct in mid-day trade,7/5/2022,Markets,ASPI down 1.19% at 1130 hours,Sri Lanka shares slip 1-pct in mid-day trade ASPI down 1.19% at 1130 hours,negative,-0.997637868
Sri Lanka debt rises to 140-pct PM says after currency collapse,7/5/2022,Economy,Expects to bring debt to 95-pct of GDP by 2032,Sri Lanka debt rises to 140-pct PM says after currency collapse Expects to bring debt to 95-pct of GDP by 2032,negative,-0.98357141
"Opposition must support PM, govt, give them six months to resolve crisis: Minister",7/5/2022,Politics,"""There's a pressing need for everyone to unite without sabotaging this.""","Opposition must support PM, govt, give them six months to resolve crisis: Minister ""There's a pressing need for everyone to unite without sabotaging this.""",positive,0.950201929
"Sri Lanka expects IMF staff level deal by August, economy may shrink 7-pct: PM",7/5/2022,Economy,IMF extended fund deal to run four years,"Sri Lanka expects IMF staff level deal by August, economy may shrink 7-pct: PM IMF extended fund deal to run four years",negative,-0.996565044
"India top lender to Sri Lanka in 2022 so far, displacing China",7/5/2022,Economy,China displaced to third place,"India top lender to Sri Lanka in 2022 so far, displacing China China displaced to third place",negative,-0.983452618
Sri Lankan Airlines loses Rs248bn in four months after soft-peg collapse,7/5/2022,Aviation,Forex loss Rs145bn,Sri Lankan Airlines loses Rs248bn in four months after soft-peg collapse Forex loss Rs145bn,negative,-0.999463379
"To resume flights, Russia has sought SL assurance of not repeating Aeroflot action-Sirisena",7/5/2022,International Relations,Sri Lanka's action on Aeroflot hurt Russia - govt officials  ,"To resume flights, Russia has sought SL assurance of not repeating Aeroflot action-Sirisena Sri Lanka's action on Aeroflot hurt Russia - govt officials  ",negative,-0.996925414
Sri Lanka stocks down as economy comes to stand-still amid fuel crisis ,7/4/2022,Markets,Economic activities have significantly slowed down due to fuel shortage.,Sri Lanka stocks down as economy comes to stand-still amid fuel crisis  Economic activities have significantly slowed down due to fuel shortage.,negative,-0.999469221
Sri Lanka central bank guidance peg falls 24 cents,7/4/2022,Bonds & Forex,Bond market was active in thin trade ,Sri Lanka central bank guidance peg falls 24 cents Bond market was active in thin trade ,negative,-0.998835623
Sri Lanka's GCE Advanced Level exams will likely be delayed by one month: minister,7/4/2022,Education,The exams were previously scheduled to be held from October 17 to November 12.,Sri Lanka's GCE Advanced Level exams will likely be delayed by one month: minister The exams were previously scheduled to be held from October 17 to November 12.,negative,-0.998896003
Sri Lanka local government official stabbed to death,7/4/2022,Crime,"The official had been attacked by an unknown assailant around 2.45am on Monday July 04, police said.","Sri Lanka local government official stabbed to death The official had been attacked by an unknown assailant around 2.45am on Monday July 04, police said.",negative,-0.990685999
"Trade union action caused 125Mwh, Rs 320 mn loss: Sri Lanka utility regulator",7/4/2022,Energy,The minister has instructed officials to internally investigate the incident and assist a CID probe.,"Trade union action caused 125Mwh, Rs 320 mn loss: Sri Lanka utility regulator The minister has instructed officials to internally investigate the incident and assist a CID probe.",negative,-0.998522937
Sri Lanka's CPC in shocking Rs628bn loss on soft-pegging loans,7/4/2022,Economy,One trillion rupee  hole in the CPC balance sheet,Sri Lanka's CPC in shocking Rs628bn loss on soft-pegging loans One trillion rupee  hole in the CPC balance sheet,negative,-0.998568296
Lanka IOC suspends Sri Lanka's fuel token system,7/4/2022,Energy,"""It started off well but we received many complaints on all the fronts.""","Lanka IOC suspends Sri Lanka's fuel token system ""It started off well but we received many complaints on all the fronts.""",negative,-0.992367327
Sri Lanka opposition JVP leader questions warnings of alleged terror plots,7/4/2022,Defence,"""This letter is absolutely comical. The government is trying to instill fear in the people.""","Sri Lanka opposition JVP leader questions warnings of alleged terror plots ""This letter is absolutely comical. The government is trying to instill fear in the people.""",negative,-0.954899192
"Sri Lanka tax revenues up 27-pct with galloping inflation, one off levy",7/4/2022,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka tax revenues up 27-pct with galloping inflation, one off levy .",negative,-0.985943913
Sri Lanka stocks slip over 1-pct in mid-day trade on overall uncertainity in the market,7/4/2022,Markets,Investors expect a policy rate hike on July 07,Sri Lanka stocks slip over 1-pct in mid-day trade on overall uncertainity in the market Investors expect a policy rate hike on July 07,negative,-0.99928695
Mass protest planned for July 09 as fuel crisis threatens to paralyse Sri Lanka,7/4/2022,Politics,Organisers expect the July 09 protest  to rejuvenate the Aragayala.,Mass protest planned for July 09 as fuel crisis threatens to paralyse Sri Lanka Organisers expect the July 09 protest  to rejuvenate the Aragayala.,negative,-0.998048782
"Sri Lanka fast on Korea path, interventionists get their malnutrition wish: Bellwether",7/4/2022,Economy,"As protein prices soared with money printing and currency collapse, Koreans developed army base stew from leftovers","Sri Lanka fast on Korea path, interventionists get their malnutrition wish: Bellwether As protein prices soared with money printing and currency collapse, Koreans developed army base stew from leftovers",negative,-0.983687341
Sri Lanka promises guaranteed fuel for companies on dollarized sales,7/4/2022,Economy,Fuel will be issued on a daily or weekly basis from the 12th,Sri Lanka promises guaranteed fuel for companies on dollarized sales Fuel will be issued on a daily or weekly basis from the 12th,negative,-0.965572476
Sri Lanka's Yupun Abeykoon sets new South Asia sprint record,7/4/2022,Culture,Broke his own record,Sri Lanka's Yupun Abeykoon sets new South Asia sprint record Broke his own record,positive,0.998668075
Sri Lanka announces week-long school holiday in face of fuel crisis,7/3/2022,Education,The lost school dates will be recovered through the next term holidays.,Sri Lanka announces week-long school holiday in face of fuel crisis The lost school dates will be recovered through the next term holidays.,negative,-0.992293119
Sri Lanka's Tea exports to Ukraine drops 55-pct from Jan-May 2022,7/3/2022,Tea,Exports to Russia and Turkey too have dropped steeply ,Sri Lanka's Tea exports to Ukraine drops 55-pct from Jan-May 2022 Exports to Russia and Turkey too have dropped steeply ,negative,-0.999271691
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hours for June 04 and June 05,7/3/2022,Energy,Most areas after 1300h,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hours for June 04 and June 05 Most areas after 1300h,negative,-0.966802418
Sri Lanka to receive 9 fuel ships between July-August,7/3/2022,Energy,"a 40,000 metric tonne diesel shipment worth $66.5mln from a UAE-based was due between 8-9 July ","Sri Lanka to receive 9 fuel ships between July-August a 40,000 metric tonne diesel shipment worth $66.5mln from a UAE-based was due between 8-9 July ",negative,-0.988182604
Two cruise ships laid up in Sri Lanka's China-backed Hambantota Port,7/3/2022,Logistics,Ships are laid up when they are taken off profitable service.,Two cruise ships laid up in Sri Lanka's China-backed Hambantota Port Ships are laid up when they are taken off profitable service.,negative,-0.992052197
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka allows companies to pay in dollars to obtain weekly fuel supply,7/3/2022,Energy,"From July 12, companies that have the ability to pay for fuel in dollar can open consumer ACC at CPC","Crisis-hit Sri Lanka allows companies to pay in dollars to obtain weekly fuel supply From July 12, companies that have the ability to pay for fuel in dollar can open consumer ACC at CPC",negative,-0.981077254
Sri Lanka worst crisis could be biggest blessing,7/3/2022,Miscellaneous,"Empty streets reduce emissions, lack of chemical fertilizer promotes organic food","Sri Lanka worst crisis could be biggest blessing Empty streets reduce emissions, lack of chemical fertilizer promotes organic food",negative,-0.997102559
Sri Lanka arrests four military personnel in connection with rehab centre death,7/3/2022,Crime,The death resulted in a mass breakout of over 700 prisoners from the rehab centre  ,Sri Lanka arrests four military personnel in connection with rehab centre death The death resulted in a mass breakout of over 700 prisoners from the rehab centre  ,negative,-0.992251933
Sri Lanka reveals low fuel stock levels,7/3/2022,Energy,"Petrol Octane 92  dropped to 1,414 metric tonnes","Sri Lanka reveals low fuel stock levels Petrol Octane 92  dropped to 1,414 metric tonnes",negative,-0.997812629
Sri Lanka one-day passport service to take 60 days,7/3/2022,Migrant workers,"One-day service now costs 15,000 rupees compared to the standard 3,500 rupees","Sri Lanka one-day passport service to take 60 days One-day service now costs 15,000 rupees compared to the standard 3,500 rupees",negative,-0.996614993
Sri Lanka low-grown tea prices gain in June third week sale,7/3/2022,Tea,"On June 22 sale, low grown averaged 4.05 dollars a kilogram up from 2.92 dollars a year earlier","Sri Lanka low-grown tea prices gain in June third week sale On June 22 sale, low grown averaged 4.05 dollars a kilogram up from 2.92 dollars a year earlier",negative,-0.988668978
"Sri Lanka private credit tumbles in May, state credit also falls",7/3/2022,Banking,Govt credit also moderates amid credit line,"Sri Lanka private credit tumbles in May, state credit also falls Govt credit also moderates amid credit line",negative,-0.998515666
"Strong winds, rough seas: Sri Lanka Met Department issues red alerts",7/2/2022,Weather and Climate,The department has warned against fishing and naval activities in these sea areas within the next 24 hours.,"Strong winds, rough seas: Sri Lanka Met Department issues red alerts The department has warned against fishing and naval activities in these sea areas within the next 24 hours.",negative,-0.909060955
Sri Lanka's 22nd constitutional amendment bill is not a restoration of 19A's essence: experts,7/2/2022,Politics,"""We see a continuation of the centralisation of power around one individual in this bill.""","Sri Lanka's 22nd constitutional amendment bill is not a restoration of 19A's essence: experts ""We see a continuation of the centralisation of power around one individual in this bill.""",negative,-0.988960803
"Three shipments of fuel to arrive in Sri Lanka by mid, end July, August: Lanka IOC",7/2/2022,Petroleum,"Gupta said the ships will be arriving either from Singapore or Fujairah, UAE.","Three shipments of fuel to arrive in Sri Lanka by mid, end July, August: Lanka IOC Gupta said the ships will be arriving either from Singapore or Fujairah, UAE.",negative,-0.90279609
IMF agreement with Sri Lanka must depend on key conditions: US senate committee,7/2/2022,Economy,"""Without these critical reforms, Sri Lanka could suffer further economic mismanagement and uncontrollable debt.""","IMF agreement with Sri Lanka must depend on key conditions: US senate committee ""Without these critical reforms, Sri Lanka could suffer further economic mismanagement and uncontrollable debt.""",negative,-0.996819854
Sri Lankan mother of two jumps into lake with children; only one survives,7/2/2022,Law and Order,A similar incident occurred on June 15 in Colombo.,Sri Lankan mother of two jumps into lake with children; only one survives A similar incident occurred on June 15 in Colombo.,negative,-0.993480802
Japan to support Sri Lanka along with IMF deal,7/2/2022,Economy,Japan would like to consider its further contribution to Sri Lanka in consultation with the Government of Sri Lanka and ,Japan to support Sri Lanka along with IMF deal Japan would like to consider its further contribution to Sri Lanka in consultation with the Government of Sri Lanka and ,positive,0.994683206
Sri Lanka starts 5-year residence visas for investors,7/2/2022,General Economy,"Before this program, they had to go through a long documentation process every year to get these visas","Sri Lanka starts 5-year residence visas for investors Before this program, they had to go through a long documentation process every year to get these visas",negative,-0.995839477
Sri Lanka shares up amid renewed interest on LIOC shares; concerns remain ,7/1/2022,Markets,"Investors are still worried about economic growth, higher interest rates ","Sri Lanka shares up amid renewed interest on LIOC shares; concerns remain  Investors are still worried about economic growth, higher interest rates ",negative,-0.701112151
Sri Lanka CEB warns of likely increase in power cut duration over lack of diesel  ,7/1/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka is facing risk of increased power cut ,Sri Lanka CEB warns of likely increase in power cut duration over lack of diesel   Sri Lanka is facing risk of increased power cut ,negative,-0.982460022
Sri Lanka sees more people seeking risky boat journey to Australia despite deterrents,7/1/2022,Economy,"More Sri Lankans take risks of losing money, at mid sea instead of suffering the worst economic crisis.","Sri Lanka sees more people seeking risky boat journey to Australia despite deterrents More Sri Lankans take risks of losing money, at mid sea instead of suffering the worst economic crisis.",negative,-0.905706346
Sri Lanka’s guidance peg rises 33 cents despite dollar shortage ,7/1/2022,Bonds & Forex,Dollar shortage still weighs on Sri Lanka's essential imports.  ,Sri Lanka’s guidance peg rises 33 cents despite dollar shortage  Dollar shortage still weighs on Sri Lanka's essential imports.  ,negative,-0.897496283
Sri Lanka Human Rights Commission probing rehabilitation centre mass escape,7/1/2022,Human Rights,"“We will give our recommendations based on our independent investigation,” said Liyanage.","Sri Lanka Human Rights Commission probing rehabilitation centre mass escape “We will give our recommendations based on our independent investigation,” said Liyanage.",positive,0.953300953
Sri Lanka can avoid food shortages by relaxing open account imports: Trade Minister,7/1/2022,Agriculture,"""With this, we expect to meet our needs without shortages, and also to reduce prices through competition,"" he said.","Sri Lanka can avoid food shortages by relaxing open account imports: Trade Minister ""With this, we expect to meet our needs without shortages, and also to reduce prices through competition,"" he said.",positive,0.906536937
Sri Lanka's state-run Litro Gas to distribute cooking gas from July 06,7/1/2022,Energy,"Litro procured 100,000 metric tons of LP gas – enough for four months – worth 90 million US dollars on June 30.","Sri Lanka's state-run Litro Gas to distribute cooking gas from July 06 Litro procured 100,000 metric tons of LP gas – enough for four months – worth 90 million US dollars on June 30.",negative,-0.981773794
"Sri Lanka former president claims ""zero"" national security, criticises militarisation",7/1/2022,Defence,"""National security was the foremost slogan of the last election. Today, there is zero national security.""","Sri Lanka former president claims ""zero"" national security, criticises militarisation ""National security was the foremost slogan of the last election. Today, there is zero national security.""",negative,-0.999652386
"Sri Lanka government approval rating 3-pct, economic confidence minus: poll",7/1/2022,Economy,Satisfaction 2-pct,"Sri Lanka government approval rating 3-pct, economic confidence minus: poll Satisfaction 2-pct",negative,-0.966612577
Sri Lanka's Colombo Port says has fuel to continue operations,7/1/2022,Logistics,"Has 32,000MT of fuel","Sri Lanka's Colombo Port says has fuel to continue operations Has 32,000MT of fuel",negative,-0.958601654
Sri Lanka stocks edge up in mid-day trade,7/1/2022,Markets,Shares edge up 1.03 percent within the first hour of trade on Friday (01),Sri Lanka stocks edge up in mid-day trade Shares edge up 1.03 percent within the first hour of trade on Friday (01),negative,-0.901000082
"Sri Lanka economic recovery, a common minimum program",7/1/2022,Op-ed/Special Reports,A series of detailed proposals ,"Sri Lanka economic recovery, a common minimum program A series of detailed proposals ",positive,0.992256641
Sri Lanka inflation hits 54.6-pct in June 2022 after money printing,7/1/2022,Economy,Food prices up 122-pct since output gap targeting began in August 2022,Sri Lanka inflation hits 54.6-pct in June 2022 after money printing Food prices up 122-pct since output gap targeting began in August 2022,negative,-0.993065476
Sri Lanka central bank Governor Weerasinghe re-appointed,7/1/2022,Economy,"The new term will take effect from July 04,","Sri Lanka central bank Governor Weerasinghe re-appointed The new term will take effect from July 04,",positive,0.945992768
Sri Lanka bourse slips on rise in fixed asset returns; investors shrug off IMF statement,6/30/2022,Markets,IMF has estimated a sharp contraction in the economic growth this year.,Sri Lanka bourse slips on rise in fixed asset returns; investors shrug off IMF statement IMF has estimated a sharp contraction in the economic growth this year.,negative,-0.969714582
Sri Lanka central bank's guidance peg weakens amid dollar shortage,6/30/2022,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has yet to solve its dollar shortage crisis.,Sri Lanka central bank's guidance peg weakens amid dollar shortage Sri Lanka has yet to solve its dollar shortage crisis.,negative,-0.999362409
"Sri Lanka BASL urges police, army chiefs to ensure freedom of expression after arrest, disruptions",6/30/2022,Democracy,Six protesters arrested by police while army personnel have tried to disrupt a protest demanding Rajapaksa step down,"Sri Lanka BASL urges police, army chiefs to ensure freedom of expression after arrest, disruptions Six protesters arrested by police while army personnel have tried to disrupt a protest demanding Rajapaksa step down",negative,-0.993130863
Sri Lanka to raise bus fares by 22 percent from midnight June 30,6/30/2022,Economy,"""In the annual price revision, 12 factors including the fuel prices will be taken into consideration.""","Sri Lanka to raise bus fares by 22 percent from midnight June 30 ""In the annual price revision, 12 factors including the fuel prices will be taken into consideration.""",positive,0.855408013
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka lifts ban on Qatar Charity as it tries to secure fuel supply from Doha,6/30/2022,International Relations,President Rajapaksa government has accused Qatar Charity of funding terrorism activities and frozen its accounts.,Crisis-hit Sri Lanka lifts ban on Qatar Charity as it tries to secure fuel supply from Doha President Rajapaksa government has accused Qatar Charity of funding terrorism activities and frozen its accounts.,negative,-0.998392403
Sri Lanka's gazetted 22nd amendment bill is a diluted version of itself: CPA,6/30/2022,Legal,"""The present gazetted Bill represents a significant weakening of the previous limited proposals by the Minister.""","Sri Lanka's gazetted 22nd amendment bill is a diluted version of itself: CPA ""The present gazetted Bill represents a significant weakening of the previous limited proposals by the Minister.""",negative,-0.9993155
Sri Lanka foreign ministry's consular affairs division limits services to three days,6/30/2022,International Relations,"""The same working arrangements will also apply to the Regional Consular offices.""","Sri Lanka foreign ministry's consular affairs division limits services to three days ""The same working arrangements will also apply to the Regional Consular offices.""",negative,-0.990531802
"Sri Lanka's Litro Gas acquires 100,000MT of LP gas using World Bank funds",6/30/2022,Consumer Affairs,The prime minister’s office said Thursday June 30 afternoon that the remaining 20 million dollars was from Litro.,"Sri Lanka's Litro Gas acquires 100,000MT of LP gas using World Bank funds The prime minister’s office said Thursday June 30 afternoon that the remaining 20 million dollars was from Litro.",negative,-0.982316911
A second Sri Lankan police officer shoots himself in under a month,6/30/2022,Law and Order,Police suspect the SI took his own life over a personal matter relating to a private dispute.,A second Sri Lankan police officer shoots himself in under a month Police suspect the SI took his own life over a personal matter relating to a private dispute.,negative,-0.987709641
"Sri Lanka, IMF make 'significant progress' to staff level deal",6/30/2022,Economy,"No staff level agreement yet, creditor assurances needed","Sri Lanka, IMF make 'significant progress' to staff level deal No staff level agreement yet, creditor assurances needed",positive,0.562495947
Sri Lanka stocks slip in mid-day trade,6/30/2022,Economy,ASPI is down 0.19 percent at 1130 hours,Sri Lanka stocks slip in mid-day trade ASPI is down 0.19 percent at 1130 hours,negative,-0.999688745
"Capital Alliance, CT CLSA win top Sri Lanka's CFA capital market awards",6/30/2022,Bonds & Forex,Awards are given for research and fund unit trusts,"Capital Alliance, CT CLSA win top Sri Lanka's CFA capital market awards Awards are given for research and fund unit trusts",positive,0.995979548
Sri Lanka hoteliers urge govt to extend debt moratorium by six months,6/30/2022,Economy,"""We need to bounce back and bounce back fast,” said Cooray.","Sri Lanka hoteliers urge govt to extend debt moratorium by six months ""We need to bounce back and bounce back fast,” said Cooray.",negative,-0.922365189
"Sri Lanka PM must present fiscal consolidation plan, go for SOE reform: opposition MP",6/30/2022,Economy,"Sri Lanka’s ongoing economic crisis is “utterly complicated. Coming months will be very tough,” he said.","Sri Lanka PM must present fiscal consolidation plan, go for SOE reform: opposition MP Sri Lanka’s ongoing economic crisis is “utterly complicated. Coming months will be very tough,” he said.",negative,-0.995573521
"Sri Lanka in worst crisis in modern times, differing views on rupee: Prime Minister",6/30/2022,Economy,Worst crisis in modern times,"Sri Lanka in worst crisis in modern times, differing views on rupee: Prime Minister Worst crisis in modern times",negative,-0.992866516
Sri Lanka's 3-month T-bills rise over 300-bps at weekly auction,6/30/2022,Bonds & Forex,The debt office sold 39.33 billion rupees of 3-month bills after offering 37.5 billion.,Sri Lanka's 3-month T-bills rise over 300-bps at weekly auction The debt office sold 39.33 billion rupees of 3-month bills after offering 37.5 billion.,negative,-0.987039268
Sri Lanka stocks recover from 2-month low on hopes of IMF deal,6/29/2022,Markets,IMF is expected to issue a statement on its discussions with Sri Lankan officials on Thursday. ,Sri Lanka stocks recover from 2-month low on hopes of IMF deal IMF is expected to issue a statement on its discussions with Sri Lankan officials on Thursday. ,negative,-0.972836554
Sri Lanka guidance peg edge up despite dollar shortage,6/29/2022,Markets,T-bill yields jumped across the tenure at the weekly auction on Wednesday. ,Sri Lanka guidance peg edge up despite dollar shortage T-bill yields jumped across the tenure at the weekly auction on Wednesday. ,positive,0.887717009
"Fearing another attack, Sri Lanka parliament removes details of MPs on request - official ",6/29/2022,Politics,"Sri Lankans are frustrated of waiting in queues for days to buy fuel, cooking gas, kerosene ","Fearing another attack, Sri Lanka parliament removes details of MPs on request - official  Sri Lankans are frustrated of waiting in queues for days to buy fuel, cooking gas, kerosene ",negative,-0.998679578
Sri Lanka central bank raps two finance companies over due diligence,6/29/2022,Economy,The institutions were penalised by the Financial Intelligence Unit.,Sri Lanka central bank raps two finance companies over due diligence The institutions were penalised by the Financial Intelligence Unit.,negative,-0.995672345
Sri Lanka’s business mogul Dhammika Perera attempts to bring hope after govt failures,6/29/2022,Politics,Dhammika Perera has been backing successive government and held posts in some while running his businesses,Sri Lanka’s business mogul Dhammika Perera attempts to bring hope after govt failures Dhammika Perera has been backing successive government and held posts in some while running his businesses,negative,-0.989724517
Sri Lanka public health officials launch two-day protest over fuel shortage,6/29/2022,Health,"“We were promised fuel last Friday, but we didn’t get it. At this point. we don’t even have fuel to report to work...","Sri Lanka public health officials launch two-day protest over fuel shortage “We were promised fuel last Friday, but we didn’t get it. At this point. we don’t even have fuel to report to work...",negative,-0.999161005
"Sri Lanka President calls Russia's Putin, to visit UAE to seek fuel - Aluthgamage ",6/29/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka's past diplomatic misconducts under Rajapaksa have made it difficult for Sri Lanka - official,"Sri Lanka President calls Russia's Putin, to visit UAE to seek fuel - Aluthgamage  Sri Lanka's past diplomatic misconducts under Rajapaksa have made it difficult for Sri Lanka - official",negative,-0.998343706
Sri Lanka stocks edge up in mid-day trade,6/29/2022,Markets,The main All Share Price Index up 0.67 percent or 48.77 to 7361.43 at 1130 hours.,Sri Lanka stocks edge up in mid-day trade The main All Share Price Index up 0.67 percent or 48.77 to 7361.43 at 1130 hours.,negative,-0.942245364
"Chinese citizens donate 1,000MT of rice to Sri Lankan students",6/29/2022,International Relations,"""China will try all-out efforts to sustain the Sri Lanka's School Meal Programme for at least six months.""","Chinese citizens donate 1,000MT of rice to Sri Lankan students ""China will try all-out efforts to sustain the Sri Lanka's School Meal Programme for at least six months.""",negative,-0.753302634
Sri Lanka seeks loan from Qatar to import oil amid soft-peg instability,6/29/2022,Economy,Money for medicines allocated,Sri Lanka seeks loan from Qatar to import oil amid soft-peg instability Money for medicines allocated,negative,-0.993019164
"Sri Lanka sells Rs142bn in 2025, 2028, 2031 bonds",6/29/2022,Bonds & Forex,"2025 yield up, but 2028 down ","Sri Lanka sells Rs142bn in 2025, 2028, 2031 bonds 2025 yield up, but 2028 down ",negative,-0.994103134
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka cabinet okays US grant after rejecting $480 mln MCC deal in 2020,6/29/2022,International Relations,Sri Lanka has been trying to improve its diplomatic relations with the US after rejecting MCC.,Crisis-hit Sri Lanka cabinet okays US grant after rejecting $480 mln MCC deal in 2020 Sri Lanka has been trying to improve its diplomatic relations with the US after rejecting MCC.,negative,-0.982495308
Sri Lanka allows women with young children to go abroad for work after money printing,6/28/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka is trying to boost foreign expatriate population to increase remittances ,Sri Lanka allows women with young children to go abroad for work after money printing Sri Lanka is trying to boost foreign expatriate population to increase remittances ,negative,-0.744905591
Sri Lanka guidance peg strengthened despite forex shortages,6/28/2022,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka raises 142.3 billion rupees via T-bonds on Tuesday. ,Sri Lanka guidance peg strengthened despite forex shortages Sri Lanka raises 142.3 billion rupees via T-bonds on Tuesday. ,positive,0.722905934
Sri Lanka shares hit 2-month low as economy gradually comes to standstill,6/28/2022,Markets,The main stock index has fallen 4.4$% in the last two sessions. ,Sri Lanka shares hit 2-month low as economy gradually comes to standstill The main stock index has fallen 4.4$% in the last two sessions. ,negative,-0.999576151
Sri Lanka to re-open Jaffna airport for international flights,6/28/2022,Aviation,"The cabinet has given the approval to re-initiate the operation effecting from July 01,2022","Sri Lanka to re-open Jaffna airport for international flights The cabinet has given the approval to re-initiate the operation effecting from July 01,2022",positive,0.939505279
Sri Lanka GDP shrinks 1.6-pct in 1Q 2022 in soft-peg collapse,6/28/2022,Economy,"Agriculture contracted 6.8 percent, industry shrank 4.7 percent but service grew 0.7 percent","Sri Lanka GDP shrinks 1.6-pct in 1Q 2022 in soft-peg collapse Agriculture contracted 6.8 percent, industry shrank 4.7 percent but service grew 0.7 percent",negative,-0.987492919
Sri Lanka faces risk of international airlines pullout after fuel notice,6/28/2022,Aviation,"After June 28, 2022, aircraft will have to carry their return fuel according to the CA notice to airmen (NOTAM)","Sri Lanka faces risk of international airlines pullout after fuel notice After June 28, 2022, aircraft will have to carry their return fuel according to the CA notice to airmen (NOTAM)",negative,-0.993395984
Sri Lanka rupee guidance rate up 40 cents despite dollar shortage,6/28/2022,Finance,"Interbank transactions announced by the CBSL rose to 359.90, edging up 40 cents from the previous day’s 360.30.","Sri Lanka rupee guidance rate up 40 cents despite dollar shortage Interbank transactions announced by the CBSL rose to 359.90, edging up 40 cents from the previous day’s 360.30.",negative,-0.922857821
Sri Lanka railway tariff hike gets cabinet nod,6/28/2022,Economy,Cabinet of ministers had given the approval to hike railway fares to meet the rising costs,Sri Lanka railway tariff hike gets cabinet nod Cabinet of ministers had given the approval to hike railway fares to meet the rising costs,negative,-0.971432269
Sri Lanka stocks dip in mid-day trade as fuel shortage continues,6/28/2022,Markets,"All Share Price Index fell 1.72 percent or 128.21 points to 7,323.70 at 1135 hours on June 28.","Sri Lanka stocks dip in mid-day trade as fuel shortage continues All Share Price Index fell 1.72 percent or 128.21 points to 7,323.70 at 1135 hours on June 28.",negative,-0.998878777
Sri Lanka cabinet clears plan allow new foreign fuel distributors,6/28/2022,Energy,Selected firms will have to import fuel on credit and runs a currency risk,Sri Lanka cabinet clears plan allow new foreign fuel distributors Selected firms will have to import fuel on credit and runs a currency risk,negative,-0.993640006
Sri Lanka President meets Russian envoy amid oil talks,6/28/2022,Political News,At least one minister said to travel to Russia,Sri Lanka President meets Russian envoy amid oil talks At least one minister said to travel to Russia,positive,0.570418119
Sri Lanka central bank to give payment plan for oil supplier arrears: Presidents office,6/28/2022,Energy,"Oil agents asks Central Bank, Treasury to deal directly with principals","Sri Lanka central bank to give payment plan for oil supplier arrears: Presidents office Oil agents asks Central Bank, Treasury to deal directly with principals",negative,-0.980268657
Sri Lankans asked to stay at home as country runs out of fuel,6/27/2022,Economy,Monetary meltdown worsens as money printed to keep rates down and pay state worker salaries,Sri Lankans asked to stay at home as country runs out of fuel Monetary meltdown worsens as money printed to keep rates down and pay state worker salaries,negative,-0.999609888
"Sri Lanka to order exporters, embassies, hotels to pay electricity bills in dollars",6/27/2022,Economy,Companies with more than 60-pct dollar revenues will have to pay bills in dollars,"Sri Lanka to order exporters, embassies, hotels to pay electricity bills in dollars Companies with more than 60-pct dollar revenues will have to pay bills in dollars",negative,-0.996566653
Sri Lanka to release fuel for essential services only: cabinet,6/27/2022,Energy,Minister Gunawardena requested the public to limit nonessential travel and use fuel sparingly.,Sri Lanka to release fuel for essential services only: cabinet Minister Gunawardena requested the public to limit nonessential travel and use fuel sparingly.,negative,-0.994929552
Sri Lanka's private buses en route to grinding halt as fuel crisis deepens,6/27/2022,Economy,"“Even today fewer than 10 per cent of buses are running. Drivers are on strike because they have no fuel.""","Sri Lanka's private buses en route to grinding halt as fuel crisis deepens “Even today fewer than 10 per cent of buses are running. Drivers are on strike because they have no fuel.""",negative,-0.999514461
Sri Lanka stocks fall to one-week low; dragged down by acute fuel shortage,6/27/2022,Markets,Stocks fall for the first time in five sessions.,Sri Lanka stocks fall to one-week low; dragged down by acute fuel shortage Stocks fall for the first time in five sessions.,negative,-0.999592602
Sri Lanka' CPC may need Treasury's help to repay India's $700 mln - minister,6/27/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka has totally dependent on India for its fuel requirement from March to mid June. ,Sri Lanka' CPC may need Treasury's help to repay India's $700 mln - minister Sri Lanka has totally dependent on India for its fuel requirement from March to mid June. ,negative,-0.998735487
India's fresh $500 mln fuel credit to Sri Lanka delayed over routine administration - minister,6/27/2022,Energy,The last shipment under Indian credit line arrived in on June 16. There has been no shipment since then,India's fresh $500 mln fuel credit to Sri Lanka delayed over routine administration - minister The last shipment under Indian credit line arrived in on June 16. There has been no shipment since then,negative,-0.997187436
Sri Lanka power regulator proposes average tariff hike to Rs32 a unit,6/27/2022,Energy,Dollar earning companies to pay in US dollars,Sri Lanka power regulator proposes average tariff hike to Rs32 a unit Dollar earning companies to pay in US dollars,negative,-0.979749799
Sri Lanka's JVP says ready to form government with 15-20 MPs in current parliament,6/27/2022,Politics,"“We’re ready to take it up,” said Dissanayake.","Sri Lanka's JVP says ready to form government with 15-20 MPs in current parliament “We’re ready to take it up,” said Dissanayake.",positive,0.997963309
Sri Lanka opposition leader visits remanded protesters,6/27/2022,Politics,"""That is the philosophy of Sajith Premadsa.""","Sri Lanka opposition leader visits remanded protesters ""That is the philosophy of Sajith Premadsa.""",negative,-0.961037159
Sri Lanka central bank blocked retail dollarized fuel sales: Minister,6/27/2022,Economy,About US$20m a month come from exporters and SriLankan Airlines,Sri Lanka central bank blocked retail dollarized fuel sales: Minister About US$20m a month come from exporters and SriLankan Airlines,negative,-0.999391913
Sri Lanka Comtrust rebrands to CT CLSA Asset Management,6/27/2022,Markets,"CT CLSA Holdings is a subsidiary of listed conglomerate, CT Holdings Group and the CLSA Group of Hong Kong","Sri Lanka Comtrust rebrands to CT CLSA Asset Management CT CLSA Holdings is a subsidiary of listed conglomerate, CT Holdings Group and the CLSA Group of Hong Kong",negative,-0.9877038
"Sri Lanka exports up 9-pct in May 2022, US up 25-pct, India 49-pct",6/27/2022,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka exports up 9-pct in May 2022, US up 25-pct, India 49-pct .",negative,-0.73387301
Sri Lanka stocks plunge over 2-pct in mid-day trade on fuel crisis,6/27/2022,Economy,ASPI down 2.06 percent at 1130 hours,Sri Lanka stocks plunge over 2-pct in mid-day trade on fuel crisis ASPI down 2.06 percent at 1130 hours,negative,-0.996124327
Niraj de Mel made Chairman of Sri Lanka Tea Board,6/27/2022,Business,Promises inputs amid soft-peg crisis,Niraj de Mel made Chairman of Sri Lanka Tea Board Promises inputs amid soft-peg crisis,positive,0.953162432
"Sri Lanka to market price kerosene, give cash grant to needy: Minister",6/27/2022,Economy,Kerosene sold at Rs87 a litre but cost is Rs421,"Sri Lanka to market price kerosene, give cash grant to needy: Minister Kerosene sold at Rs87 a litre but cost is Rs421",negative,-0.982855618
Foreign banks refuse to confirm Sri Lanka state bank letters of credit: Minister,6/27/2022,Economy,Oil suppliers wary to supply Sri Lanka after recent downgrades,Foreign banks refuse to confirm Sri Lanka state bank letters of credit: Minister Oil suppliers wary to supply Sri Lanka after recent downgrades,negative,-0.998844266
Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon downgraded to RD,6/27/2022,Banking,We believe the foreign-currency funding and liquidity profile is highly stretched,Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon downgraded to RD We believe the foreign-currency funding and liquidity profile is highly stretched,negative,-0.999695539
Sri Lanka bus operators want tariff hike to account for central bank actions,6/26/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka unable to import fuel due to broken soft-peg,Sri Lanka bus operators want tariff hike to account for central bank actions Sri Lanka unable to import fuel due to broken soft-peg,negative,-0.995686948
Sri Lanka invites capable companies to supply aviation fuel,6/26/2022,Energy,SriLankan Airlines to import Jet-A1 directly,Sri Lanka invites capable companies to supply aviation fuel SriLankan Airlines to import Jet-A1 directly,positive,0.995278597
Sri Lanka’s Ceylon tea output down 16.3-pct in May 2022,6/26/2022,Tea,Fertiliser ban biting into tea output,Sri Lanka’s Ceylon tea output down 16.3-pct in May 2022 Fertiliser ban biting into tea output,negative,-0.998213172
Sri Lanka plans to allow more fuel distributors,6/26/2022,Energy,Plant to attract up to four new players,Sri Lanka plans to allow more fuel distributors Plant to attract up to four new players,negative,-0.952041507
Sri Lanka removes ban on open account food imports,6/26/2022,Economy,"10 key foods including rice, lentils and potatoes allowed to come freely","Sri Lanka removes ban on open account food imports 10 key foods including rice, lentils and potatoes allowed to come freely",positive,0.971741498
"Sri Lanka petrol price hiked to Rs470 a litre, diesel Rs460",6/26/2022,Energy,Ceypetco and CPC prices both raised,"Sri Lanka petrol price hiked to Rs470 a litre, diesel Rs460 Ceypetco and CPC prices both raised",negative,-0.882778704
Row at Sri Lanka fuel queue leaves four injured: police,6/25/2022,Crime,The four injured persons are currently recuperating at the Wellawaya Hospital.,Row at Sri Lanka fuel queue leaves four injured: police The four injured persons are currently recuperating at the Wellawaya Hospital.,negative,-0.997535586
Sri Lanka facing virtual standstill after indefinite delay of fuel shipment,6/25/2022,Energy,"""At the moment, the CPC is not able to confirm the arrival dates of the shipments.""","Sri Lanka facing virtual standstill after indefinite delay of fuel shipment ""At the moment, the CPC is not able to confirm the arrival dates of the shipments.""",negative,-0.999611199
Sri Lanka's novice MPs apply for personal firearm: report,6/25/2022,Defence,"The MPs have taken into consideration the ""prevailing situation"", the newspaper reported.","Sri Lanka's novice MPs apply for personal firearm: report The MPs have taken into consideration the ""prevailing situation"", the newspaper reported.",negative,-0.973901272
Schools in Sri Lanka to open for three days as fuel crisis continues,6/25/2022,Education,"Online classes will be held on Monday 27 and Friday July 01, the ministry said.","Schools in Sri Lanka to open for three days as fuel crisis continues Online classes will be held on Monday 27 and Friday July 01, the ministry said.",positive,0.505138278
"Sri Lanka prohibits use of paddy, rice in animal feed",6/25/2022,Agriculture,The directive came into effect as of Friday June 24.,"Sri Lanka prohibits use of paddy, rice in animal feed The directive came into effect as of Friday June 24.",negative,-0.807059765
"Sri Lanka ambassador to US briefs President Biden, Treasury, State Dept officials on crisis",6/25/2022,Economy,"The officials were briefed on the challenges faced by Sri Lanka, said Samarasinghe.","Sri Lanka ambassador to US briefs President Biden, Treasury, State Dept officials on crisis The officials were briefed on the challenges faced by Sri Lanka, said Samarasinghe.",positive,0.987314165
"Sri Lanka tightens legal tender, limits foreign currency possession",6/25/2022,Economy,Central Bank of Sri Lanka has the right to initiate actions against persons who hold foreign currency in possession ,"Sri Lanka tightens legal tender, limits foreign currency possession Central Bank of Sri Lanka has the right to initiate actions against persons who hold foreign currency in possession ",positive,0.859268248
"US Treasury, State Department officials to visit Sri Lanka",6/25/2022,Economy,"The visitors will meet with a wide range of political representatives, economists, and international organizations","US Treasury, State Department officials to visit Sri Lanka The visitors will meet with a wide range of political representatives, economists, and international organizations",positive,0.999370277
Sri Lanka President meets high powered IMF mission,6/25/2022,Economy,Mission brief President,Sri Lanka President meets high powered IMF mission Mission brief President,positive,0.998808622
Sri Lanka stocks gain for 4th consecutive session to hit over 1-wk high,6/24/2022,Markets,"Market has risen throughout the week, but in thin trade.","Sri Lanka stocks gain for 4th consecutive session to hit over 1-wk high Market has risen throughout the week, but in thin trade.",negative,-0.997941554
Sri Lanka's Dhammika Perera sworn in as Minister of Investment Promotion,6/24/2022,Politics,Perera entered parliament on the SLPP national list replacing former Finance Minister Basil Rajapaksa.,Sri Lanka's Dhammika Perera sworn in as Minister of Investment Promotion Perera entered parliament on the SLPP national list replacing former Finance Minister Basil Rajapaksa.,positive,0.974877894
Sri Lankan landowners without deeds to be legally granted ownership,6/24/2022,Legal,Title deeds were issued in Puttalam and Kurunegala Divisional Secretariats parallel to the programme.,Sri Lankan landowners without deeds to be legally granted ownership Title deeds were issued in Puttalam and Kurunegala Divisional Secretariats parallel to the programme.,negative,-0.98674345
Sri Lanka's demand for legal booze drops by 30 percent,6/24/2022,Economy,"Due to instability in factors of production, the industry has undergone three price revisions.","Sri Lanka's demand for legal booze drops by 30 percent Due to instability in factors of production, the industry has undergone three price revisions.",negative,-0.99764365
Sri Lanka fuel queue death toll rises to 12; latest victim 19 years old,6/24/2022,Economy,The eleventh death was that of a 63-year-old man inside his vehicle on Thursday (23).,Sri Lanka fuel queue death toll rises to 12; latest victim 19 years old The eleventh death was that of a 63-year-old man inside his vehicle on Thursday (23).,negative,-0.995407522
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka finally starts to deal with bloated public sector,6/24/2022,Economy,"""There is no way we can go ahead with the current public sector. The ideal size is 500,000.""","Crisis-hit Sri Lanka finally starts to deal with bloated public sector ""There is no way we can go ahead with the current public sector. The ideal size is 500,000.""",negative,-0.841150999
Sri Lanka former leftist leader blames IMF for Russia's invasion of Ukraine,6/24/2022,International Relations,"""There is a war in Ukraine today after the IMF intervened there.""","Sri Lanka former leftist leader blames IMF for Russia's invasion of Ukraine ""There is a war in Ukraine today after the IMF intervened there.""",negative,-0.991500974
Luminex Limited starts trading after raising Rs.250 million via IPO,6/24/2022,Markets,Luminex shares fell 1.5% on Thursday.,Luminex Limited starts trading after raising Rs.250 million via IPO Luminex shares fell 1.5% on Thursday.,negative,-0.994679332
"Indian shipment of rice, milk powder, medicines worth 3bn arrive in Sri Lanka",6/24/2022,International Relations,The Indian High Commission in Sri Lanka tweeted Friday June 24 afternoon that more aid will follow.,"Indian shipment of rice, milk powder, medicines worth 3bn arrive in Sri Lanka The Indian High Commission in Sri Lanka tweeted Friday June 24 afternoon that more aid will follow.",negative,-0.980932951
Sri Lanka stock index gains over 1.6 pct in mid-day,6/24/2022,Markets,"Market has been mostly up throughout this week, but in thin trade.","Sri Lanka stock index gains over 1.6 pct in mid-day Market has been mostly up throughout this week, but in thin trade.",negative,-0.997196794
"IMF's talks with Sri Lanka must also focus on corruption, aid diversion: Mark Malloch-Brown",6/24/2022,Corruption,"The IMF must put the issue on the agenda during their visit, he said.","IMF's talks with Sri Lanka must also focus on corruption, aid diversion: Mark Malloch-Brown The IMF must put the issue on the agenda during their visit, he said.",negative,-0.979528308
Sri Lanka monetary meltdown: Steve Hanke on currency boards and flawed pegs,6/24/2022,Economy,"Views of Milton Friedman, Robert Mundell and how John Greenwood and Alan Walters set up the Hong Kong currency board","Sri Lanka monetary meltdown: Steve Hanke on currency boards and flawed pegs Views of Milton Friedman, Robert Mundell and how John Greenwood and Alan Walters set up the Hong Kong currency board",negative,-0.998170853
Sri Lanka announces up to 2.5 hour power cuts from June 24-26,6/24/2022,Energy,Power cuts continue amid the country struggles to import fuel to meet its energy demand,Sri Lanka announces up to 2.5 hour power cuts from June 24-26 Power cuts continue amid the country struggles to import fuel to meet its energy demand,negative,-0.990286291
Sri Lanka rupee steady despite dollar shortage,6/24/2022,Bonds & Forex,Importers are struggling to open letter of credit while exporters converted dollars reluctantly. ,Sri Lanka rupee steady despite dollar shortage Importers are struggling to open letter of credit while exporters converted dollars reluctantly. ,positive,0.892650306
Sri Lanka stocks gain for third day amid worst foreign outflow in three weeks,6/23/2022,Markets,Stocks have been on a downward trend mainly due to higher interest rates ,Sri Lanka stocks gain for third day amid worst foreign outflow in three weeks Stocks have been on a downward trend mainly due to higher interest rates ,negative,-0.997441053
"Indian delegation meets President, PM; discusses economic crisis",6/23/2022,International Relations,Indian delegation comes as Sri Lanka is highly depending on Indian credit line for its fuel and other essentials.,"Indian delegation meets President, PM; discusses economic crisis Indian delegation comes as Sri Lanka is highly depending on Indian credit line for its fuel and other essentials.",negative,-0.551038444
Sri Lanka constitutional reforms won't be in effect till next parliament: opposition leader,6/23/2022,Politics,"The proposed amendment will be of ""no consequence to our current situation"" regardless, he said.","Sri Lanka constitutional reforms won't be in effect till next parliament: opposition leader The proposed amendment will be of ""no consequence to our current situation"" regardless, he said.",negative,-0.985563517
"Sri Lankans express anger, frustration over president's tweet after cricket win ",6/23/2022,Politics,Sri Lankans are still waiting in long queues for days to buy fuel and cooking gas amid power cuts as the crisis deepens.,"Sri Lankans express anger, frustration over president's tweet after cricket win  Sri Lankans are still waiting in long queues for days to buy fuel and cooking gas amid power cuts as the crisis deepens.",negative,-0.991476953
Sri Lankan Airlines flies in donated medicine in soft-peg crisis,6/23/2022,Uncategorized,The firm will continue to airlift the medical supplies gifted by other countries free of freight Charges,Sri Lankan Airlines flies in donated medicine in soft-peg crisis The firm will continue to airlift the medical supplies gifted by other countries free of freight Charges,positive,0.512877166
"Sri Lanka private bus services hit by fuel hoarding, tyre price hike",6/23/2022,Transport,Private buses now spend a longer time at bus stops waiting for passengers in an attempt to cover costs.,"Sri Lanka private bus services hit by fuel hoarding, tyre price hike Private buses now spend a longer time at bus stops waiting for passengers in an attempt to cover costs.",negative,-0.999458253
Sri Lanka Customs nabs 136 mn rupee worth haul of meth: police,6/23/2022,Crime,The recipient of the parcel was apprehended when he came forward to clear the parcel.,Sri Lanka Customs nabs 136 mn rupee worth haul of meth: police The recipient of the parcel was apprehended when he came forward to clear the parcel.,negative,-0.983288705
Sri Lanka petrol shipment delays by another day - Minister,6/23/2022,Energy,"""Limited amount of Petrol to be distributed today (23) and tomorrow (24) islandwide.""","Sri Lanka petrol shipment delays by another day - Minister ""Limited amount of Petrol to be distributed today (23) and tomorrow (24) islandwide.""",negative,-0.999315619
India top team visits Sri Lanka to help with currency crisis,6/23/2022,Economy,To discuss long and short term assistance,India top team visits Sri Lanka to help with currency crisis To discuss long and short term assistance,positive,0.986380994
Sri Lanka stocks marginally up in mid-day trade,6/23/2022,Markets,ASPI up 0.43% at 1130hrs,Sri Lanka stocks marginally up in mid-day trade ASPI up 0.43% at 1130hrs,negative,-0.991512001
Sri Lanka rupee at 368-370 to TT dollar,6/23/2022,Markets,ri Lanka's commercial banks were offering US dollars for telegraphic transfer at around 368 to 370 dollars,Sri Lanka rupee at 368-370 to TT dollar ri Lanka's commercial banks were offering US dollars for telegraphic transfer at around 368 to 370 dollars,negative,-0.992132008
Sri Lanka's EPF hit by US$6.5bn hair cut after soft-peg collapse,6/23/2022,Economy,Currency depreciation inflates an economy and imposes a 'hair cut' on domestic debt by reducing purchasing power,Sri Lanka's EPF hit by US$6.5bn hair cut after soft-peg collapse Currency depreciation inflates an economy and imposes a 'hair cut' on domestic debt by reducing purchasing power,negative,-0.997282863
"Sri Lanka Treasury bill auction failed despite forex shortages, inflation",6/23/2022,Bonds & Forex,The debt office offered 93 billion rupees of bills and sold only 30.7 billion rupees,"Sri Lanka Treasury bill auction failed despite forex shortages, inflation The debt office offered 93 billion rupees of bills and sold only 30.7 billion rupees",negative,-0.999630213
Sri Lanka guidance peg strengthen 95 cents  in severe forex shortages,6/22/2022,Bonds & Forex,Government's debt office at the central bank raised only a third of required funds through treasury bills ,Sri Lanka guidance peg strengthen 95 cents  in severe forex shortages Government's debt office at the central bank raised only a third of required funds through treasury bills ,negative,-0.99387604
Sri Lanka stocks edge up in thin trade; investors see slowing trend to continue,6/22/2022,Markets,Brokers see downward trend to continue in the next few weeks until interest rates come down.,Sri Lanka stocks edge up in thin trade; investors see slowing trend to continue Brokers see downward trend to continue in the next few weeks until interest rates come down.,negative,-0.999544561
"Sri Lanka to reach IMF staff level agreement, debt restructuring framework by end July: PM",6/22/2022,Economy,"Talks will continue over the next few days with an IMF delegation already in the island nation, he said.","Sri Lanka to reach IMF staff level agreement, debt restructuring framework by end July: PM Talks will continue over the next few days with an IMF delegation already in the island nation, he said.",positive,0.661964118
High-level Indian delegation due in Sri Lanka for talks on assistance: PM,6/22/2022,Economy,"""But India can't keep giving us loans. Even their assistance has a limit.""","High-level Indian delegation due in Sri Lanka for talks on assistance: PM ""But India can't keep giving us loans. Even their assistance has a limit.""",negative,-0.976833224
"Sri Lanka must not overlook Russia in favour of IMF, says MP Weerawansa",6/22/2022,International Relations,"""Are we trying to get out of this crisis by being caught in a western trap?"" he demanded.","Sri Lanka must not overlook Russia in favour of IMF, says MP Weerawansa ""Are we trying to get out of this crisis by being caught in a western trap?"" he demanded.",negative,-0.932923675
Sri Lanka considering dollar tea auction: Minister,6/22/2022,Economy,Tea farmers would be able to import fertilizer and inputs,Sri Lanka considering dollar tea auction: Minister Tea farmers would be able to import fertilizer and inputs,negative,-0.98174113
Sri Lanka PM wants opposition to call off boycott to proceed with reforms,6/22/2022,Politics,"""I'm sad that people I trained don't know how to gain power. Did I fail in that?""","Sri Lanka PM wants opposition to call off boycott to proceed with reforms ""I'm sad that people I trained don't know how to gain power. Did I fail in that?""",negative,-0.998246551
Sri Lanka to maintain 2.5 hour power cut until Norochcholai fully operates,6/22/2022,Energy,"Before Norochcholai shutdown, power cut duration came down to 1 hour in mid June from 13 hours in March","Sri Lanka to maintain 2.5 hour power cut until Norochcholai fully operates Before Norochcholai shutdown, power cut duration came down to 1 hour in mid June from 13 hours in March",negative,-0.995857418
Sri Lanka stocks marginally up in mid-day trade,6/22/2022,Stocks & Companies,ASPI up 0.13% at 1140 hrs,Sri Lanka stocks marginally up in mid-day trade ASPI up 0.13% at 1140 hrs,negative,-0.989885449
Dammika Perera sworn in as Sri Lanka member of parliament,6/22/2022,Political News,.,Dammika Perera sworn in as Sri Lanka member of parliament .,positive,0.99603349
"Sri Lanka sued by holdout Hamilton Reserve, other bondholders form group",6/22/2022,Economy,First holdout sues,"Sri Lanka sued by holdout Hamilton Reserve, other bondholders form group First holdout sues",negative,-0.994588614
Sri Lanka tightens border transactions reporting after printing money,6/22/2022,Economy,Phase 01 to go live on June 21,Sri Lanka tightens border transactions reporting after printing money Phase 01 to go live on June 21,negative,-0.950786233
Sri Lanka JKH borrows USD75 mln from Canada to fund India's Adani Group JV port terminal,6/21/2022,Finance,The convertible debentures will accrue interest at a rate of 3% per annum.,Sri Lanka JKH borrows USD75 mln from Canada to fund India's Adani Group JV port terminal The convertible debentures will accrue interest at a rate of 3% per annum.,negative,-0.993084431
Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 370 to the TT dollar,6/21/2022,Bonds & Forex,Money printing continues to weigh on the dollar which has fallen to 370 against US dollar from 203 on March 7.,Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 370 to the TT dollar Money printing continues to weigh on the dollar which has fallen to 370 against US dollar from 203 on March 7.,negative,-0.998562992
Sri Lanka announces up to 3 hour power cuts from June 22-23,6/21/2022,Energy,Power cuts are not imposed in morning hours due to online classes in state schools. ,Sri Lanka announces up to 3 hour power cuts from June 22-23 Power cuts are not imposed in morning hours due to online classes in state schools. ,positive,0.515419245
Sri Lanka stocks reverse falling trend on IMF discussion; concerns remain,6/21/2022,Markets,Stock index rebound from near 8-week low.,Sri Lanka stocks reverse falling trend on IMF discussion; concerns remain Stock index rebound from near 8-week low.,negative,-0.997215986
Sri Lanka opposition-MP-turned-minister lambasts opposition leader over boycott,6/21/2022,Politics,"“Parliament is in session for three days this week. Why did he pick today to boycott it?""","Sri Lanka opposition-MP-turned-minister lambasts opposition leader over boycott “Parliament is in session for three days this week. Why did he pick today to boycott it?""",negative,-0.989229202
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's priority is making drugs available than affordable - Health Minister,6/21/2022,Health,Minister strongly denies claims of acute drug shortage.,Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's priority is making drugs available than affordable - Health Minister Minister strongly denies claims of acute drug shortage.,negative,-0.880984008
Sri Lanka justice minister calls for opposition support for his 21st amendment,6/21/2022,Politics,"“We have included everything that can be passed without a referendum,” he said.","Sri Lanka justice minister calls for opposition support for his 21st amendment “We have included everything that can be passed without a referendum,” he said.",negative,-0.817879975
"Sri Lanka PM talks debt restructuring, One China policy with Chinese envoy",6/21/2022,Economy,"""Sri Lanka was looking forward to discussing the debt restructuring with China (sic),"" the statement said.","Sri Lanka PM talks debt restructuring, One China policy with Chinese envoy ""Sri Lanka was looking forward to discussing the debt restructuring with China (sic),"" the statement said.",positive,0.907009602
Sri Lanka Supreme Court determines major provisions of SJB's draft 21A needs referendum,6/21/2022,Legal,Proposed provisions on the Constitutional Council and the National Security Council will also require a referendum.,Sri Lanka Supreme Court determines major provisions of SJB's draft 21A needs referendum Proposed provisions on the Constitutional Council and the National Security Council will also require a referendum.,negative,-0.847238064
Sri Lanka guidance peg dropped by rupee to 361.75 to US dollar,6/21/2022,Bonds & Forex,TT dollars at 368 rupees,Sri Lanka guidance peg dropped by rupee to 361.75 to US dollar TT dollars at 368 rupees,negative,-0.996899128
Sri Lanka central bank owned Treasuries top Rs2trillion,6/21/2022,Economy,Rs48billion injected outright,Sri Lanka central bank owned Treasuries top Rs2trillion Rs48billion injected outright,negative,-0.994871914
Sri Lanka stock gains over 1.5-pct in mid-day trade,6/21/2022,Stocks & Companies,Tuesday's parliament proceeding is crucial for the market to continue on the same sentiments,Sri Lanka stock gains over 1.5-pct in mid-day trade Tuesday's parliament proceeding is crucial for the market to continue on the same sentiments,negative,-0.92431277
Sri Lanka opposition parties boycott parliament in protest,6/21/2022,Politics,"""We will boycott this parliament,"" thundered Premadasa.","Sri Lanka opposition parties boycott parliament in protest ""We will boycott this parliament,"" thundered Premadasa.",negative,-0.996455312
Sri Lanka to lease railway reservation land for emergency farming,6/21/2022,Agriculture,To be leased for 1 year for short term crops,Sri Lanka to lease railway reservation land for emergency farming To be leased for 1 year for short term crops,negative,-0.9759413
Sri Lanka identifies 5000 acres for sea cucumber cultivation,6/21/2022,Business,100 acres to be released to farmers,Sri Lanka identifies 5000 acres for sea cucumber cultivation 100 acres to be released to farmers,negative,-0.783176601
Sri Lanka cabinet approves proposed 22nd amendment to constitution,6/21/2022,Politics,The final draft of the amendment has yet to be publicised.,Sri Lanka cabinet approves proposed 22nd amendment to constitution The final draft of the amendment has yet to be publicised.,negative,-0.987369955
Australia leans on Sri Lanka to contain boat people as currency crisis worsens,6/21/2022,Legal,The two Ministers recommitted their resolve to continue working together to thwart people smugglers,Australia leans on Sri Lanka to contain boat people as currency crisis worsens The two Ministers recommitted their resolve to continue working together to thwart people smugglers,positive,0.947480619
Sri Lanka cuts age for Middle East housemaids to 21 years in currency crisis,6/21/2022,Economy,Earlier age 23 years,Sri Lanka cuts age for Middle East housemaids to 21 years in currency crisis Earlier age 23 years,negative,-0.937099576
Sri Lanka seeing first Yala paddy harvest from North and East: Minister,6/21/2022,Agriculture,Paddy prices falling to around Rs120kg a kilogram,Sri Lanka seeing first Yala paddy harvest from North and East: Minister Paddy prices falling to around Rs120kg a kilogram,negative,-0.978654921
Sri Lanka expands state workers 11-pct under revenue based fiscal consolidation,6/21/2022,Economy,"Sri Lanka is now printing money to pay state worker salaries, despite forex shortages","Sri Lanka expands state workers 11-pct under revenue based fiscal consolidation Sri Lanka is now printing money to pay state worker salaries, despite forex shortages",negative,-0.844314814
Amnesty International calls for release of detained Sri Lanka protestors,6/20/2022,Politics,The rights watchdog said blocking roads is part of the legitimate demonstration.,Amnesty International calls for release of detained Sri Lanka protestors The rights watchdog said blocking roads is part of the legitimate demonstration.,negative,-0.985669553
"Sri Lanka stocks down for 5th session, hit near 8-wk low; fuel shortage weighs",6/20/2022,Markets,Long queues near filling stations were seen across Sri Lanka due to fuel shortage.,"Sri Lanka stocks down for 5th session, hit near 8-wk low; fuel shortage weighs Long queues near filling stations were seen across Sri Lanka due to fuel shortage.",negative,-0.999115169
Sri Lanka cabinet approves proposed 21st amendment to constitution,6/20/2022,Politics,The final draft of the amendment has yet to be publicised.,Sri Lanka cabinet approves proposed 21st amendment to constitution The final draft of the amendment has yet to be publicised.,negative,-0.987827241
"Amid Chinese tourism shutdown, Sri Lanka says flights to and from Beijing to increase",6/20/2022,Aviation,Flights were restricted after Covid-19 pandemic outbreak in 2020.,"Amid Chinese tourism shutdown, Sri Lanka says flights to and from Beijing to increase Flights were restricted after Covid-19 pandemic outbreak in 2020.",negative,-0.998782456
Australia offers Sri Lanka assistance in Customs Department restructure,6/20/2022,Economy,"O’Neil had also explained her administration's policy regarding maritime security and human smuggling, it said.","Australia offers Sri Lanka assistance in Customs Department restructure O’Neil had also explained her administration's policy regarding maritime security and human smuggling, it said.",positive,0.667272985
Sri Lanka police arrests 21 anti-govt protestors as IMF talks begin,6/20/2022,Politics,Protestors claimed that they had surrounded the gates to wish President Rajapaksa for his 73rd birthday.,Sri Lanka police arrests 21 anti-govt protestors as IMF talks begin Protestors claimed that they had surrounded the gates to wish President Rajapaksa for his 73rd birthday.,negative,-0.975991309
"Australia gives Sri Lanka US$50mn in food, medicine aid",6/20/2022,Economy,"Will support health services, with a strong emphasis on protecting those at risk, especially women and girls","Australia gives Sri Lanka US$50mn in food, medicine aid Will support health services, with a strong emphasis on protecting those at risk, especially women and girls",positive,0.995990098
Sri Lanka shares slip over 1.5-pct in mid-day trade,6/20/2022,Markets,"Expolanka, LOLC and Hayleys dragged the index down","Sri Lanka shares slip over 1.5-pct in mid-day trade Expolanka, LOLC and Hayleys dragged the index down",negative,-0.999758899
Sri Lanka police arrest 19 protestors on president's birthday,6/20/2022,Politics,"""We're protesting for you too!"" shouted a man through the bars, while the armed guards stood passive.","Sri Lanka police arrest 19 protestors on president's birthday ""We're protesting for you too!"" shouted a man through the bars, while the armed guards stood passive.",negative,-0.974785686
Sri Lanka Prime Minister meets IMF mission in bailout talks,6/20/2022,Economy,Debt restructuring and tax hikes on the cards,Sri Lanka Prime Minister meets IMF mission in bailout talks Debt restructuring and tax hikes on the cards,positive,0.975626111
"Sri Lanka chicken, egg production plunge amid soft-peg collapse",6/20/2022,Agriculture,Monetary driven malnutrition as protein prices go up,"Sri Lanka chicken, egg production plunge amid soft-peg collapse Monetary driven malnutrition as protein prices go up",negative,-0.998122156
Sri Lanka's China-backed Hambanota port gets STS cranes for bulk cargo,6/20/2022,Logistics," HIP to almost double productivity levels, with the new cranes","Sri Lanka's China-backed Hambanota port gets STS cranes for bulk cargo  HIP to almost double productivity levels, with the new cranes",negative,-0.955443084
"Sri Lanka schedules 2 hours 30 minutes for June 20, June 21",6/19/2022,Energy,Power cuts starts from 1200noon,"Sri Lanka schedules 2 hours 30 minutes for June 20, June 21 Power cuts starts from 1200noon",negative,-0.936551213
Sri Lanka arrests woman with 26kg of Kerala Cannabis in North,6/19/2022,Crime,The Police Special Task Force has arrested the woman following a tip received by Mannar police,Sri Lanka arrests woman with 26kg of Kerala Cannabis in North The Police Special Task Force has arrested the woman following a tip received by Mannar police,negative,-0.977859974
Sri Lanka low-grown tea prices slips in June second week sale,6/19/2022,Tea,"In the last week's auction sale on June 08, Low Grown average was $3.28 per kg, up from $2.98 per kg a year earlier","Sri Lanka low-grown tea prices slips in June second week sale In the last week's auction sale on June 08, Low Grown average was $3.28 per kg, up from $2.98 per kg a year earlier",negative,-0.995439768
"Sri Lanka protestors in human chain against President, PM as currency crisis bites",6/19/2022,Economy,"Protests beginning to gather pace as petrol, diesel shortages threaten to bring the country to a standstill","Sri Lanka protestors in human chain against President, PM as currency crisis bites Protests beginning to gather pace as petrol, diesel shortages threaten to bring the country to a standstill",negative,-0.969674349
HSBC Group MD visits Sri Lanka to offer support,6/19/2022,Banking,Rosha had met with key clients of the bank and discussed their challenges,HSBC Group MD visits Sri Lanka to offer support Rosha had met with key clients of the bank and discussed their challenges,positive,0.996359289
Sri Lanka embassy promotes tourism in Brazil,6/19/2022,Tourism,The embassy said 60 Brazilian participants attended the online event.,Sri Lanka embassy promotes tourism in Brazil The embassy said 60 Brazilian participants attended the online event.,positive,0.982758343
Sri Lanka's Ceylon tea exports down 17-pct in May 2022,6/19/2022,Tea,In rupee terms export in May were up 54 percent to 33 billion rupees,Sri Lanka's Ceylon tea exports down 17-pct in May 2022 In rupee terms export in May were up 54 percent to 33 billion rupees,negative,-0.981515408
Sri Lanka CPC pays rupees to Treasury for Indian credit line,6/19/2022,Economy,Losses absorbed by the Treasury,Sri Lanka CPC pays rupees to Treasury for Indian credit line Losses absorbed by the Treasury,negative,-0.993810594
Sri Lanka Bar Association warns against police assaults on fuel customers,6/19/2022,Legal,Dire consequence if law enforcement officers act unfairly,Sri Lanka Bar Association warns against police assaults on fuel customers Dire consequence if law enforcement officers act unfairly,negative,-0.993792355
Sri Lanka tanker truck owners say they also wait for hours to get fuel,6/19/2022,Energy,Tankers have to wait for 5 hours to get diesel,Sri Lanka tanker truck owners say they also wait for hours to get fuel Tankers have to wait for 5 hours to get diesel,negative,-0.998016357
Sri Lanka makes contact with nominated Russia oil firms: Minister,6/19/2022,Energy,I have the replies from the Russian companies which were suggested by the Russian Ambassador,Sri Lanka makes contact with nominated Russia oil firms: Minister I have the replies from the Russian companies which were suggested by the Russian Ambassador,positive,0.978015482
"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's fuel shortage forces closure of schools, largest state university ",6/19/2022,Economic Crisis,Fuel crisis hits education institutions.  ,"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's fuel shortage forces closure of schools, largest state university  Fuel crisis hits education institutions.  ",negative,-0.994991243
Sri Lanka energy minister suspends 3 fuel bowsers after viral social media video  ,6/18/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka sees one of its worst fuel crisis due to dollar shortage.,Sri Lanka energy minister suspends 3 fuel bowsers after viral social media video   Sri Lanka sees one of its worst fuel crisis due to dollar shortage.,negative,-0.999233484
Sri Lanka sees signs of fuel riots as motorists wait for days in queues,6/18/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka motorists demand fuel as shortage has limited fuel supply. ,Sri Lanka sees signs of fuel riots as motorists wait for days in queues Sri Lanka motorists demand fuel as shortage has limited fuel supply. ,negative,-0.999188244
Sri Lanka agricultural experts warn of seed paddy shortage,6/18/2022,Agriculture,Sri Lanka has to produce its seed paddy in the current season if is to have a better harvest in next Maha season.,Sri Lanka agricultural experts warn of seed paddy shortage Sri Lanka has to produce its seed paddy in the current season if is to have a better harvest in next Maha season.,negative,-0.983588934
Sri Lanka Army to cultivate barren lands to prevent food crisis,6/18/2022,Agriculture,Sri Lanka is facing a looming food shortage in September this year.,Sri Lanka Army to cultivate barren lands to prevent food crisis Sri Lanka is facing a looming food shortage in September this year.,negative,-0.998516023
"Sri Lanka shares post worst weekly loss in seven weeks on economic, political woes",6/18/2022,Markets,Investors see gloomy outlook for stocks until country see some recovery in economic crisis.,"Sri Lanka shares post worst weekly loss in seven weeks on economic, political woes Investors see gloomy outlook for stocks until country see some recovery in economic crisis.",negative,-0.992396653
Sri Lanka's inflated car prices plunge as interest rates rise,6/18/2022,Economy,Vehicles advertised on-line were quoted at about a million rupees less than a month ago,Sri Lanka's inflated car prices plunge as interest rates rise Vehicles advertised on-line were quoted at about a million rupees less than a month ago,negative,-0.998274207
IMF team in Sri Lanka from June 20-30; reaffirms support within its policies,6/18/2022,Economic Crisis,IMF team visits following the visit of debt restructuring advisors.,IMF team in Sri Lanka from June 20-30; reaffirms support within its policies IMF team visits following the visit of debt restructuring advisors.,positive,0.998684347
Sri Lanka rupee dollar 'guidance rate' edges up; bond yields up,6/17/2022,Bonds & Forex,"Despite lack of US dollar liquidity, the central bank’s interbank spot rate edges up by 10 cents ","Sri Lanka rupee dollar 'guidance rate' edges up; bond yields up Despite lack of US dollar liquidity, the central bank’s interbank spot rate edges up by 10 cents ",negative,-0.953722775
Sri Lanka sees more boat people events as economic crisis worsens,6/17/2022,Economy,Police sources said most of the illegal Sri Lankan migrants are aiming to make it to Australia.,Sri Lanka sees more boat people events as economic crisis worsens Police sources said most of the illegal Sri Lankan migrants are aiming to make it to Australia.,negative,-0.996980965
"Sri Lanka president, PM, opposition leader support proposed UN-monitored reforms: Victor Ivan",6/17/2022,Politics,"“The Aragalaya must decide on its own [what it must do]. We cannot tell them to stop it or continue it,” he said.","Sri Lanka president, PM, opposition leader support proposed UN-monitored reforms: Victor Ivan “The Aragalaya must decide on its own [what it must do]. We cannot tell them to stop it or continue it,” he said.",negative,-0.981511056
Sri Lanka shares end at six-week close on concerns over fuel-shortage led closure,6/17/2022,Markets,The main index fell for the 4th consecutive session,Sri Lanka shares end at six-week close on concerns over fuel-shortage led closure The main index fell for the 4th consecutive session,negative,-0.999448359
Sri Lankan police sergeant shoots himself dead with service weapon,6/17/2022,Law and Order,"The victim was a resident of Weeraketiya, Hambantota.","Sri Lankan police sergeant shoots himself dead with service weapon The victim was a resident of Weeraketiya, Hambantota.",negative,-0.990339935
"Lack of coordination between Sri Lanka president, PM: former President Sirisena",6/17/2022,Politics,"“It is clear that there is partnership between these two,” said Sirisena.","Lack of coordination between Sri Lanka president, PM: former President Sirisena “It is clear that there is partnership between these two,” said Sirisena.",negative,-0.995653391
Sri Lanka rupee dollar 'guidance rate' appreciates despite severe forex shortages,6/17/2022,Bonds & Forex,Guidance rate appreciates to Rs359.75 to the dollar from Rs359.85 a day earlier ,Sri Lanka rupee dollar 'guidance rate' appreciates despite severe forex shortages Guidance rate appreciates to Rs359.75 to the dollar from Rs359.85 a day earlier ,positive,0.996995807
Sri Lanka protesters oppose Indian Adani's USD 500 mn unsolicited wind power deal,6/17/2022,Energy,Some of the protesters said India should not use Sri Lanka's vulnerable position to take advantage in business deals.,Sri Lanka protesters oppose Indian Adani's USD 500 mn unsolicited wind power deal Some of the protesters said India should not use Sri Lanka's vulnerable position to take advantage in business deals.,negative,-0.96662873
Sri Lanka stocks down in mid-day trade,6/17/2022,Economy,"All Share Price Index was down 135.63 points to 7,569.64 at 1142 hours.","Sri Lanka stocks down in mid-day trade All Share Price Index was down 135.63 points to 7,569.64 at 1142 hours.",negative,-0.999477565
Sri Lanka economy grinding to a halt as monetary meltdown bites fuel imports,6/17/2022,Economy,"Passenger transport, goods transport hit ","Sri Lanka economy grinding to a halt as monetary meltdown bites fuel imports Passenger transport, goods transport hit ",negative,-0.998227894
Sri Lanka rupee's commercial bank quoted rate down; 1-yr t-bill yield up,6/16/2022,Bonds & Forex,Currency market has been largely inactive due to lack of US dollar liquidity.,Sri Lanka rupee's commercial bank quoted rate down; 1-yr t-bill yield up Currency market has been largely inactive due to lack of US dollar liquidity.,negative,-0.999703348
Sri Lanka shares drop for 3rd session; uncertainties weigh,6/16/2022,Markets,Economic and political uncertainties weigh on the sentiment,Sri Lanka shares drop for 3rd session; uncertainties weigh Economic and political uncertainties weigh on the sentiment,negative,-0.981180549
"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka in process to mend Japanese ties after cancelling LRT, ECT projects ",6/16/2022,International Relations,"Unlike in the past, Japan has been very slow in responding to Sri Lanka calls to help it financially, analysts say. ","Crisis-hit Sri Lanka in process to mend Japanese ties after cancelling LRT, ECT projects  Unlike in the past, Japan has been very slow in responding to Sri Lanka calls to help it financially, analysts say. ",negative,-0.996911585
"Sri Lanka to import 50,000MT of rice under Indian credit line signed in March",6/16/2022,Economy,The Indian credit line was signed in March for the purchase of food and medicines.,"Sri Lanka to import 50,000MT of rice under Indian credit line signed in March The Indian credit line was signed in March for the purchase of food and medicines.",negative,-0.964597285
"Sri Lanka fuel queues claim two new deaths, taking total to 10",6/16/2022,Economy,The country has been reporting commodity queue deaths since April 28.,"Sri Lanka fuel queues claim two new deaths, taking total to 10 The country has been reporting commodity queue deaths since April 28.",negative,-0.998785675
"Sri Lanka Paddy Marketing Board to issue 10,000MT of rice monthly to combat oligopoly",6/16/2022,Agriculture,"Due to panic buying by the general public, the market is currently facing a shortage of rice.","Sri Lanka Paddy Marketing Board to issue 10,000MT of rice monthly to combat oligopoly Due to panic buying by the general public, the market is currently facing a shortage of rice.",negative,-0.999066532
"Sri Lankan woman throws five-year-old son into river, attempts suicide",6/16/2022,Law and Order,Police was unable to confirm if the incident was motivated by economic woes.,"Sri Lankan woman throws five-year-old son into river, attempts suicide Police was unable to confirm if the incident was motivated by economic woes.",negative,-0.998545885
"Crisis management roadmap for MP input on the way, Sri Lanka PM tells key MPs",6/16/2022,Economy,"By Thursday (16) afternoon, transport has been all but crippled.","Crisis management roadmap for MP input on the way, Sri Lanka PM tells key MPs By Thursday (16) afternoon, transport has been all but crippled.",negative,-0.999379277
Sri Lanka commercial banks' rupee quote edges down amid dull trade,6/16/2022,Bonds & Forex,Market is dull due to lack of dollar liquidity ,Sri Lanka commercial banks' rupee quote edges down amid dull trade Market is dull due to lack of dollar liquidity ,negative,-0.999666572
Sri Lanka stocks down in mid-day trade,6/16/2022,Markets,ASPI fell 6.36 points,Sri Lanka stocks down in mid-day trade ASPI fell 6.36 points,negative,-0.999578416
"FAO to provide Urea, cash for crisis-hit Sri Lankan small-hold farmers ",6/16/2022,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's ongoing economic crisis has threatened a looming food crisis.,"FAO to provide Urea, cash for crisis-hit Sri Lankan small-hold farmers  Sri Lanka's ongoing economic crisis has threatened a looming food crisis.",negative,-0.998521149
"Sri Lanka manufacturing PMI up in May, services continue down",6/16/2022,Economy,Manufacturing recover from April holiday,"Sri Lanka manufacturing PMI up in May, services continue down Manufacturing recover from April holiday",negative,-0.985631108
Fed hikes rates 75bp as Powell Bubble pushes up food prices hurting the poor,6/16/2022,Economy,Blames Russia and Ukraine,Fed hikes rates 75bp as Powell Bubble pushes up food prices hurting the poor Blames Russia and Ukraine,negative,-0.986723959
Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields down,6/15/2022,Bonds & Forex,The debt office sold all offered 98 billion rupees of bills.,Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields down The debt office sold all offered 98 billion rupees of bills.,negative,-0.97785908
Sri Lanka to introduce anti-hoarding laws for rice millers after scaremongering,6/15/2022,Agriculture,Prime Minister has warned of a food shortage from August,Sri Lanka to introduce anti-hoarding laws for rice millers after scaremongering Prime Minister has warned of a food shortage from August,negative,-0.988720834
"Sri Lanka shares fall to 1-wk low on margin calls, uncertainties ",6/15/2022,Markets,Market has been on a falling trend this month due to both economic and political uncertainties.,"Sri Lanka shares fall to 1-wk low on margin calls, uncertainties  Market has been on a falling trend this month due to both economic and political uncertainties.",negative,-0.998848319
US' DFC lends USD120 mln for crisis-hit Sri Lanka's SME sector,6/15/2022,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka's MSME sector is hit hard by the ongoing economic crisis.,US' DFC lends USD120 mln for crisis-hit Sri Lanka's SME sector Sri Lanka's MSME sector is hit hard by the ongoing economic crisis.,negative,-0.999218345
"UNFPA with China donates medical equipment to Sri Lanka worth 800,000 dollars",6/15/2022,International Relations,“It is crucial that frontline workers are equipped to respond to their needs.”,"UNFPA with China donates medical equipment to Sri Lanka worth 800,000 dollars “It is crucial that frontline workers are equipped to respond to their needs.”",negative,-0.62299192
"Sri Lanka to experience power cuts for three more years, warns CEB engineers union",6/15/2022,Energy,"The present demand is around 2,800 mega watts (MW) per day.","Sri Lanka to experience power cuts for three more years, warns CEB engineers union The present demand is around 2,800 mega watts (MW) per day.",negative,-0.994167328
Sri Lanka rupee slightly moves up against TT dollar,6/15/2022,Bonds & Forex,Commercial banks quoted the rupee at 366 against telegraphic transfers on Wednesday 15 from 367 on June 13,Sri Lanka rupee slightly moves up against TT dollar Commercial banks quoted the rupee at 366 against telegraphic transfers on Wednesday 15 from 367 on June 13,negative,-0.938301444
Sri Lanka CEB ex chair's letter to be tabled for discussion at next COPE meeting,6/15/2022,International Relations,"Herath said he will table the letter, dated June 11, for discussion at the next COPE meeting.","Sri Lanka CEB ex chair's letter to be tabled for discussion at next COPE meeting Herath said he will table the letter, dated June 11, for discussion at the next COPE meeting.",negative,-0.917678833
Sri Lanka stocks slips over 1.5-pct in mid-day trade,6/15/2022,Stocks & Companies,ASPI down 1.45 percent at 1135 hrs,Sri Lanka stocks slips over 1.5-pct in mid-day trade ASPI down 1.45 percent at 1135 hrs,negative,-0.999128282
Woman abducted for ransom in northern Sri Lanka rescued by police,6/15/2022,Crime,The suspects were produced in the High Court of Vavuniya on Tuesday.,Woman abducted for ransom in northern Sri Lanka rescued by police The suspects were produced in the High Court of Vavuniya on Tuesday.,negative,-0.975551784
"Sri Lanka imports 103,000MT of fertilizer after ban lifted: Minister",6/15/2022,Agriculture,"However forex shortages were preventing the opening of letters of credit, blocking imports","Sri Lanka imports 103,000MT of fertilizer after ban lifted: Minister However forex shortages were preventing the opening of letters of credit, blocking imports",negative,-0.996395648
"Sri Lanka, world's poor suffers from Fed's accidental discovery: Bellwether",6/15/2022,Bellwether,It is through open market operations that money is printed to mis-target interest rates,"Sri Lanka, world's poor suffers from Fed's accidental discovery: Bellwether It is through open market operations that money is printed to mis-target interest rates",negative,-0.999299049
Sri Lanka trying to re-build relations with Japan: PM,6/15/2022,Political News,Also yesterday US state Anthony Blinken talked to me and said US will help.,Sri Lanka trying to re-build relations with Japan: PM Also yesterday US state Anthony Blinken talked to me and said US will help.,positive,0.954209685
"Debt advisors in Sri Lanka, IMF team on June 20: PM",6/14/2022,Economy,Hopes to raise more taxes,"Debt advisors in Sri Lanka, IMF team on June 20: PM Hopes to raise more taxes",negative,-0.97844249
Sri Lanka to supply only half the fuel demand in the near future: PM,6/14/2022,Energy,"Next fuel ships on May 16, two more ships expected in the month","Sri Lanka to supply only half the fuel demand in the near future: PM Next fuel ships on May 16, two more ships expected in the month",negative,-0.989395082
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka aims for USD800 mln from tourism; India-led revival advised,6/14/2022,Tourism,Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka have fallen amid economic crisis and protest-led political crisis since March.,Crisis-hit Sri Lanka aims for USD800 mln from tourism; India-led revival advised Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka have fallen amid economic crisis and protest-led political crisis since March.,negative,-0.999464571
Sri Lanka Maha 2021 rice harvest drop 40-pct due to fertilizer ban,6/14/2022,Agriculture,Milled rice is about 68 percent of the paddy harvest.,Sri Lanka Maha 2021 rice harvest drop 40-pct due to fertilizer ban Milled rice is about 68 percent of the paddy harvest.,negative,-0.988043308
China's US$74 rice grant to reach Sri Lanka by end June,6/14/2022,Uncategorized,"Around 10,000 metric tonnes will be used for a School Meals program for needy kids.","China's US$74 rice grant to reach Sri Lanka by end June Around 10,000 metric tonnes will be used for a School Meals program for needy kids.",negative,-0.992424011
Sri Lanka to boost 'Agampora' traditional martial art by lifting 200-year ban,6/14/2022,Arts and Culture,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved the official ban in 2019 but it had not been given legal effect.,Sri Lanka to boost 'Agampora' traditional martial art by lifting 200-year ban Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved the official ban in 2019 but it had not been given legal effect.,negative,-0.965770721
Sri Lanka state workers to get 5-year no pay leave in soft-peg collapse,6/14/2022,Economy,Public administration circular to be issued shortly,Sri Lanka state workers to get 5-year no pay leave in soft-peg collapse Public administration circular to be issued shortly,negative,-0.997795343
Sri Lanka state offices shut on Fridays for home garden leave,6/14/2022,Economy,Currency crisis has triggered forex shortages,Sri Lanka state offices shut on Fridays for home garden leave Currency crisis has triggered forex shortages,negative,-0.997363865
Sri Lanka cabinet approves 2.5-pct turnover tax,6/14/2022,Economy,Government is struggling to find money to pay state workers,Sri Lanka cabinet approves 2.5-pct turnover tax Government is struggling to find money to pay state workers,negative,-0.991179287
Sri Lanka  pegs rupee in both directions in May 2022 amid 'float',6/14/2022,Economy,Surrendered dollars reduce in May,Sri Lanka  pegs rupee in both directions in May 2022 amid 'float' Surrendered dollars reduce in May,negative,-0.995811462
Sri Lanka stocks slip amid uncertainties; turnover slumps to 7-wk low,6/13/2022,Markets,Economic and political uncertainties weighed on investor sentiment - dealers ,Sri Lanka stocks slip amid uncertainties; turnover slumps to 7-wk low Economic and political uncertainties weighed on investor sentiment - dealers ,negative,-0.99961251
Crisit-hit Sri Lanka sees unusual spike in new passports issued,6/13/2022,Economy,"One day services now costs 15,000 rupees, with the original prices revised back in July 2020.","Crisit-hit Sri Lanka sees unusual spike in new passports issued One day services now costs 15,000 rupees, with the original prices revised back in July 2020.",negative,-0.992673934
Exclusive: Sri Lanka doctor falsely accused of forced sterilisation to donate his compensation,6/13/2022,Human Rights,"“My message to society is that we have to say no to this racism.""","Exclusive: Sri Lanka doctor falsely accused of forced sterilisation to donate his compensation “My message to society is that we have to say no to this racism.""",negative,-0.979151726
Sri Lanka to introduce new trains including luxury services to manage costs: minister,6/13/2022,Transport,The minister said that the new train will be a welcome addition for office workers.,Sri Lanka to introduce new trains including luxury services to manage costs: minister The minister said that the new train will be a welcome addition for office workers.,positive,0.999723852
Sri Lanka rupee little changed amid dull trading,6/13/2022,Bonds & Forex,The central bank guidance margin is set at plus 1.00 or minus 4.00 rupees.,Sri Lanka rupee little changed amid dull trading The central bank guidance margin is set at plus 1.00 or minus 4.00 rupees.,negative,-0.99826318
"US, China envoys discuss ""broad topics of mutual interest"" as Sri Lanka's crisis worsens",6/13/2022,International Relations,"""China and the United States could work together to help Sri Lanka (to) overcome current difficulties (sp).""","US, China envoys discuss ""broad topics of mutual interest"" as Sri Lanka's crisis worsens ""China and the United States could work together to help Sri Lanka (to) overcome current difficulties (sp).""",positive,0.980122387
Sri Lanka CEB chairman resigns after Adani deal revelations,6/13/2022,Energy,After a recent change to the CEB law deals can be made without competitive tender Adani project ,Sri Lanka CEB chairman resigns after Adani deal revelations After a recent change to the CEB law deals can be made without competitive tender Adani project ,negative,-0.999068916
Sri Lanka legislator raises shocking questions over Adani power deal,6/13/2022,Energy,Ending tendering by changing the law has created space to buy power ,Sri Lanka legislator raises shocking questions over Adani power deal Ending tendering by changing the law has created space to buy power ,negative,-0.906374574
Sri Lanka opposition MP rejects PM's insinuations; says he does not condone violence,6/13/2022,Politics,"The PM’s claims and insinuations, Rasamanickam said, could pose a threat to his life.","Sri Lanka opposition MP rejects PM's insinuations; says he does not condone violence The PM’s claims and insinuations, Rasamanickam said, could pose a threat to his life.",positive,0.796973467
Sri Lanka stocks marginally up in mid-day trade on Monday,6/13/2022,Stocks & Companies,S&P SL20 remains red,Sri Lanka stocks marginally up in mid-day trade on Monday S&P SL20 remains red,negative,-0.998763084
"Sri Lanka sees higher 470,000ha paddy sown in Yala: Minister",6/13/2022,Agriculture,"Estimates suggest 470,000 hectares may be sown","Sri Lanka sees higher 470,000ha paddy sown in Yala: Minister Estimates suggest 470,000 hectares may be sown",negative,-0.991013587
Sri Lanka's Adani power deal sans tendering strikes sparks in India politics,6/13/2022,Energy,BJP’s cronyism has now crossed Palk Strait and moved into Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka's Adani power deal sans tendering strikes sparks in India politics BJP’s cronyism has now crossed Palk Strait and moved into Sri Lanka,positive,0.980517566
Sri Lanka's central bank runs BOP deficits on borrowed money,6/13/2022,Economy,Up to April BOP deficit US$2.5bn,Sri Lanka's central bank runs BOP deficits on borrowed money Up to April BOP deficit US$2.5bn,negative,-0.997283816
Sri Lanka to issue fuel 'quotas' in rationing plan: Minister,6/13/2022,Energy,I hope to have this system in place by the 1st week of July,Sri Lanka to issue fuel 'quotas' in rationing plan: Minister I hope to have this system in place by the 1st week of July,positive,0.961871266
Sri Lanka's CEB chief under fire over contradictory statements to COPE,6/13/2022,Energy,CEB Chairman Ferdinando withdraws statement to parliament,Sri Lanka's CEB chief under fire over contradictory statements to COPE CEB Chairman Ferdinando withdraws statement to parliament,negative,-0.998803258
"Sri Lanka investment goods, non-foods import fall faster than oil bill in April 2022",6/12/2022,Economy,"Oil imports up up U$97mn, investment goods down US$87mn","Sri Lanka investment goods, non-foods import fall faster than oil bill in April 2022 Oil imports up up U$97mn, investment goods down US$87mn",negative,-0.997921646
Sri Lanka President denies influence as Adani controversy hots up,6/12/2022,Energy,The President vehemently denied the statement made by the Chairman of the Ceylon Electricity Board,Sri Lanka President denies influence as Adani controversy hots up The President vehemently denied the statement made by the Chairman of the Ceylon Electricity Board,negative,-0.99091059
Sri Lanka's power cuts to last up to 5-years without renewables PUCSL claims,6/12/2022,Energy,The island can continue with 3-hour power cuts till December this year with the existing resources,Sri Lanka's power cuts to last up to 5-years without renewables PUCSL claims The island can continue with 3-hour power cuts till December this year with the existing resources,negative,-0.988167346
Sri Lanka mulls relaxing open account imports for 10 foods: Minister,6/12/2022,Economy,"Rice, wheat flour, sugar, potatoes, red dhal, onions, dry chillies and dry fish can be imported under O/A","Sri Lanka mulls relaxing open account imports for 10 foods: Minister Rice, wheat flour, sugar, potatoes, red dhal, onions, dry chillies and dry fish can be imported under O/A",negative,-0.955826342
Sri Lanka to introduce weekly fuel quota by July as costs shoot up - Minister,6/12/2022,Uncategorized,"""I hope to have this system in place by the 1st week of July.""","Sri Lanka to introduce weekly fuel quota by July as costs shoot up - Minister ""I hope to have this system in place by the 1st week of July.""",negative,-0.536831677
Sri Lanka tea prices hit record in May amid currency collapse,6/12/2022,Tea,Low grown hits new tea record,Sri Lanka tea prices hit record in May amid currency collapse Low grown hits new tea record,negative,-0.984915495
Sri Lanka official remittances down 33-pct in May,6/12/2022,Economy,Down ,Sri Lanka official remittances down 33-pct in May Down ,negative,-0.999481976
Sri Lanka Railway lands to be leased for cultivation amid food scare,6/11/2022,Agriculture,Sri Lanka is facing one of its worst economic crisis in the history. ,Sri Lanka Railway lands to be leased for cultivation amid food scare Sri Lanka is facing one of its worst economic crisis in the history. ,negative,-0.999489069
"Sri Lanka President considers decentralizing public service, youth-led cultivation after crisis",6/11/2022,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka has seen long queues across the country waiting for fuel amid severe dollars shortage. ,"Sri Lanka President considers decentralizing public service, youth-led cultivation after crisis Sri Lanka has seen long queues across the country waiting for fuel amid severe dollars shortage. ",negative,-0.988244534
Sri Lanka announces up to 2 hours 15 mins power cuts  from June 13-19,6/11/2022,Energy,One hour power cuts on June 14 and June 19,Sri Lanka announces up to 2 hours 15 mins power cuts  from June 13-19 One hour power cuts on June 14 and June 19,negative,-0.981269956
Sri Lanka rupee quoted 367 to TT dollar,6/11/2022,Economy,Rupee has collapsed and fallen over 70 percent since central bank allowed flexible fox rate ,Sri Lanka rupee quoted 367 to TT dollar Rupee has collapsed and fallen over 70 percent since central bank allowed flexible fox rate ,negative,-0.99968183
Sri Lanka sells Rs50bn of Treasury bonds,6/11/2022,Bonds & Forex,Yields close to secondary market,Sri Lanka sells Rs50bn of Treasury bonds Yields close to secondary market,negative,-0.894724607
"WFP top official to visit Sri Lanka, says PM",6/11/2022,Uncategorized,Prime minister had expected food shortage to become severe in August.,"WFP top official to visit Sri Lanka, says PM Prime minister had expected food shortage to become severe in August.",negative,-0.985088527
"Sri Lanka shares fall for 2nd week; political, economic woes dent sentiment despite Perera's boost",6/11/2022,Markets,Dhammika Perera is widely speculated to be appointed as a cabinet minister - SLPP sources ,"Sri Lanka shares fall for 2nd week; political, economic woes dent sentiment despite Perera's boost Dhammika Perera is widely speculated to be appointed as a cabinet minister - SLPP sources ",negative,-0.997048199
Sri Lanka Central Bank executives warn PM over Governor appointment,6/11/2022,Economy,Six Governors appointed over a decade,Sri Lanka Central Bank executives warn PM over Governor appointment Six Governors appointed over a decade,negative,-0.993828118
Sri Lanka shares rise for third day over business mogul's MP appointment,6/10/2022,Uncategorized,Investors are still nervous on Sri Lanka's political and economic uncertainties. ,Sri Lanka shares rise for third day over business mogul's MP appointment Investors are still nervous on Sri Lanka's political and economic uncertainties. ,negative,-0.955969214
Sri Lanka's state-run Litro Gas chairman Vijitha Herath resigns,6/10/2022,Energy,The reasons for Herath's departure were not immediately clear.,Sri Lanka's state-run Litro Gas chairman Vijitha Herath resigns The reasons for Herath's departure were not immediately clear.,negative,-0.999728978
Sri Lanka business tycoon Dhammika Perera appointed ruling party MP,6/10/2022,Politics,Perrea's entry to active politics has been speculated over the past week.,Sri Lanka business tycoon Dhammika Perera appointed ruling party MP Perrea's entry to active politics has been speculated over the past week.,negative,-0.959242463
Sri Lanka signs MoU with India's EXIM bank for USD 55mn credit line for urea imports,6/10/2022,Agriculture,The request for the credit facility was sought to purchase fertilizer to meet immediate demands during the yala season.,Sri Lanka signs MoU with India's EXIM bank for USD 55mn credit line for urea imports The request for the credit facility was sought to purchase fertilizer to meet immediate demands during the yala season.,negative,-0.98581624
Sri Lanka's fuel and dollar shortage dents lucrative garment exports industry,6/10/2022,Apparel,Customers are sending questionaries to exporters on a daily basis inquiring about the country's situation.,Sri Lanka's fuel and dollar shortage dents lucrative garment exports industry Customers are sending questionaries to exporters on a daily basis inquiring about the country's situation.,negative,-0.995637
"Sri Lanka PM wants TNA MP's speech probed; 'aragalaya' has blood on its hands, says ex-PM",6/10/2022,Politics,"“This means that the houses were burnt because of an opposing view,” said Wickremesinghe.","Sri Lanka PM wants TNA MP's speech probed; 'aragalaya' has blood on its hands, says ex-PM “This means that the houses were burnt because of an opposing view,” said Wickremesinghe.",negative,-0.99787271
Sri Lanka business magnate Dhammika Perera leaves director boards; speculation rife,6/10/2022,Business,Perera's resignation comes amid mounting speculation that he is set to enter parliament via the SLPP national list.,Sri Lanka business magnate Dhammika Perera leaves director boards; speculation rife Perera's resignation comes amid mounting speculation that he is set to enter parliament via the SLPP national list.,negative,-0.998300254
Sri Lanka's utility regulator to serve enforcement order on CEB over TU action,6/10/2022,Power,"Unscheduled power cuts till 8am on Thursday were reported in Colombo, Kandy, Gampaha, Piliyandala and other areas.","Sri Lanka's utility regulator to serve enforcement order on CEB over TU action Unscheduled power cuts till 8am on Thursday were reported in Colombo, Kandy, Gampaha, Piliyandala and other areas.",negative,-0.991392016
Sri Lanka stocks trade 0.6-pct stronger in mid-day trade,6/10/2022,Markets,"All Share Price Index moved up 0.6 percent or 50.69 points to 7,931.82","Sri Lanka stocks trade 0.6-pct stronger in mid-day trade All Share Price Index moved up 0.6 percent or 50.69 points to 7,931.82",negative,-0.535882294
Black Monday violence: Sri Lanka PM writes to Commonwealth Parliamentary Association,6/10/2022,Politics,"""We need an impartial investigation.""","Black Monday violence: Sri Lanka PM writes to Commonwealth Parliamentary Association ""We need an impartial investigation.""",negative,-0.997410953
Sri Lanka opens floodgates for corruption in power sector: Harsha,6/10/2022,Energy,Competitive tenders ended for IPPs,Sri Lanka opens floodgates for corruption in power sector: Harsha Competitive tenders ended for IPPs,positive,0.865254462
Sri Lanka creates ministry of technology and investment promotion,6/10/2022,Political News,"Port City, BoI, immigration in the ministry","Sri Lanka creates ministry of technology and investment promotion Port City, BoI, immigration in the ministry",positive,0.997984648
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of over two hours for June 10,6/10/2022,Power,The Colombo city centre could face a power cut of three hours between 6.00 am and 8.15 am.,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of over two hours for June 10 The Colombo city centre could face a power cut of three hours between 6.00 am and 8.15 am.,negative,-0.989904583
UN launch appeal for 1.7 million in Sri Lanka hardest hit by soft-peg collapse,6/10/2022,Economy,"If we don't act now, many families will be unable to meet their basic food needs","UN launch appeal for 1.7 million in Sri Lanka hardest hit by soft-peg collapse If we don't act now, many families will be unable to meet their basic food needs",negative,-0.998058736
"Sri Lanka IMF staff level deal date not certain, team visit shortly: official",6/10/2022,Economy,The timing .... would depend on the strength of the policies the authorities would propose and commit to,"Sri Lanka IMF staff level deal date not certain, team visit shortly: official The timing .... would depend on the strength of the policies the authorities would propose and commit to",negative,-0.928910792
Sri Lanka lifts mask wearing mandatory rule as Covid-19 pandemic eases ,6/9/2022,Health,Sri Lanka had to close down the country many times to prevent Covid-19 spreading,Sri Lanka lifts mask wearing mandatory rule as Covid-19 pandemic eases  Sri Lanka had to close down the country many times to prevent Covid-19 spreading,negative,-0.996301532
"Sri Lanka market gain on speculation over business tycoon becoming MP, handling economy",6/9/2022,Markets,The main index gained for the second consecutive day,"Sri Lanka market gain on speculation over business tycoon becoming MP, handling economy The main index gained for the second consecutive day",positive,0.779259324
Sri Lanka parliament nod to remove tender process in power projects amid protests,6/9/2022,Uncategorized,CEB trade unions were forced to call off their strike after president declared electricity supply as essential service.,Sri Lanka parliament nod to remove tender process in power projects amid protests CEB trade unions were forced to call off their strike after president declared electricity supply as essential service.,negative,-0.990557075
Basil leaves: Sri Lanka's former finance minister quits parliament ahead of 21st amendment,6/9/2022,Politics,"“I invite anyone from the Aragalaya to take my place,” he said.","Basil leaves: Sri Lanka's former finance minister quits parliament ahead of 21st amendment “I invite anyone from the Aragalaya to take my place,” he said.",negative,-0.998476923
"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's president requests help from Indian, Chinese, Middle East envoys - PMD",6/9/2022,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka is compelled to depend on other countries to manage the impacts of economic crisis.,"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's president requests help from Indian, Chinese, Middle East envoys - PMD Sri Lanka is compelled to depend on other countries to manage the impacts of economic crisis.",negative,-0.991123438
Sri Lanka Agriculture Minister allays fears over rice shortage ,6/9/2022,Agriculture,Sri Lanka had been expecting its worst food crisis in August this year.,Sri Lanka Agriculture Minister allays fears over rice shortage  Sri Lanka had been expecting its worst food crisis in August this year.,negative,-0.995423377
Sri Lanka power minister accuses CEB trade unions of sabotage,6/9/2022,Energy,CEB trade unions are against the proposed amendments in the act which are to be voted later on Thursday.,Sri Lanka power minister accuses CEB trade unions of sabotage CEB trade unions are against the proposed amendments in the act which are to be voted later on Thursday.,negative,-0.992200971
Sri Lanka's CEB incurs Rs. 65 billion loss in first quarter,6/9/2022,Energy,.,Sri Lanka's CEB incurs Rs. 65 billion loss in first quarter .,negative,-0.998606026
Sri Lanka stock trades 1-pct stronger in mid-day trade,6/9/2022,Stocks & Companies,.,Sri Lanka stock trades 1-pct stronger in mid-day trade .,negative,-0.967136025
Sri Lanka's electricity engineers strike continues at lower intensity: sources,6/9/2022,Energy,Engineers launch the first strike since 1996 began at June 08 midnight,Sri Lanka's electricity engineers strike continues at lower intensity: sources Engineers launch the first strike since 1996 began at June 08 midnight,negative,-0.997401357
Sri Lanka electricity strike toned down over Presidential promises: Update,6/9/2022,Energy,Engineers alleged ending competitive bidding will lead to large scale procurement scams,Sri Lanka electricity strike toned down over Presidential promises: Update Engineers alleged ending competitive bidding will lead to large scale procurement scams,negative,-0.994667888
Sri Lanka President declares electricity an essential service,6/9/2022,Energy,Union threatens strike over alleged plans to legalize procurement of high cost IPPs without tender,Sri Lanka President declares electricity an essential service Union threatens strike over alleged plans to legalize procurement of high cost IPPs without tender,negative,-0.996255875
EXPLAINER - Sri Lanka people's hopes fade as monetary stability eludes new PM,6/8/2022,Political News,Wickremesinghe is on the spotlight for his performance after accepting Prime Minister post unconditionally.,EXPLAINER - Sri Lanka people's hopes fade as monetary stability eludes new PM Wickremesinghe is on the spotlight for his performance after accepting Prime Minister post unconditionally.,positive,0.58231473
Island-wide blackout likely in Sri Lanka on June 09 after union-ministry talks fail,6/8/2022,Power,The draft amendment to the Electricity Act is to be presented to parliament on Thursday.,Island-wide blackout likely in Sri Lanka on June 09 after union-ministry talks fail The draft amendment to the Electricity Act is to be presented to parliament on Thursday.,negative,-0.99580127
South Asia’s smaller countries have a principled stand on Ukraine war,6/8/2022,International news,The South Asian region is deeply divided in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine,South Asia’s smaller countries have a principled stand on Ukraine war The South Asian region is deeply divided in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine,negative,-0.63586235
Sri Lanka shares recover from 4-week low on bargain hunting,6/8/2022,Markets,.,Sri Lanka shares recover from 4-week low on bargain hunting .,negative,-0.970194578
"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields drop, 3-month down 86bp",6/8/2022,Bonds & Forex,Yields down across maturities,"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields drop, 3-month down 86bp Yields down across maturities",negative,-0.991589606
Sri Lanka minister proposes train ticket price policy at half the bus fare,6/8/2022,Transport,"“There’s a loss of 300,000 rupees for just one trip,” he said.","Sri Lanka minister proposes train ticket price policy at half the bus fare “There’s a loss of 300,000 rupees for just one trip,” he said.",negative,-0.998212218
Sri Lanka power minister says no tariff hike as unions oppose unsolicited deals without tender,6/8/2022,Energy,Engineers threaten strike at midnight on June 08,Sri Lanka power minister says no tariff hike as unions oppose unsolicited deals without tender Engineers threaten strike at midnight on June 08,negative,-0.518661261
Sri Lanka faces blackout after midnight walkout over unsolicited deals,6/8/2022,Energy,CEB engineers in first strike since 1996,Sri Lanka faces blackout after midnight walkout over unsolicited deals CEB engineers in first strike since 1996,negative,-0.990776598
Sri Lanka Prime Minister holds talks with IMF chief on economic crisis ,6/8/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka is in the process of debt restructuring before going for an IMF programme,Sri Lanka Prime Minister holds talks with IMF chief on economic crisis  Sri Lanka is in the process of debt restructuring before going for an IMF programme,positive,0.664129198
Champika Ranawaka breaks away from Sri Lanka's main opposition,6/8/2022,Political News,.,Champika Ranawaka breaks away from Sri Lanka's main opposition .,positive,0.989185989
Sri Lanka former minister accused of instigating violence files petition to prevent arrest,6/8/2022,Politics," ""A date for the appeal has not been given yet,"" the Appeal Court registrar said.","Sri Lanka former minister accused of instigating violence files petition to prevent arrest  ""A date for the appeal has not been given yet,"" the Appeal Court registrar said.",negative,-0.995376229
Sri Lanka stocks gain over 1-pct in mid-day trade,6/8/2022,Stocks & Companies,.,Sri Lanka stocks gain over 1-pct in mid-day trade .,negative,-0.980804145
"Sri Lanka opposition, energy minister clash over ending competitive bidding for private plants",6/8/2022,Energy,Changes to Act will allow prices to be administratively decided,"Sri Lanka opposition, energy minister clash over ending competitive bidding for private plants Changes to Act will allow prices to be administratively decided",negative,-0.992272258
Sri Lanka's CEB owes Rs26bn to renewable IPPs,6/8/2022,Energy,Renewable power suppliers to be paid with Treasury,Sri Lanka's CEB owes Rs26bn to renewable IPPs Renewable power suppliers to be paid with Treasury,negative,-0.985340416
Sri Lanka forex reserves up in May to US$1912mn,6/8/2022,Economy,The central bank has been borrowing dollars from India for several months,Sri Lanka forex reserves up in May to US$1912mn The central bank has been borrowing dollars from India for several months,negative,-0.978254974
Sri Lanka central bank denies rift between Governor and PM,6/8/2022,Economy,Vehemently rejects such assertions and reiterates that the cordial relationship between him and the Hon. Prime Minister,Sri Lanka central bank denies rift between Governor and PM Vehemently rejects such assertions and reiterates that the cordial relationship between him and the Hon. Prime Minister,positive,0.50296694
Sri Lanka logistics body proposes tough measures to curb fuel import bill ,6/7/2022,Energy,The measures include a surcharge for petrol users and sharp increase in revenue licence.   ,Sri Lanka logistics body proposes tough measures to curb fuel import bill  The measures include a surcharge for petrol users and sharp increase in revenue licence.   ,negative,-0.832484126
Sri Lanka's Alpha Fire Services debuts CSE trading ,6/7/2022,Markets,Alpha Fire Services Limited is the 3rd company to be listed under the Empower Board,Sri Lanka's Alpha Fire Services debuts CSE trading  Alpha Fire Services Limited is the 3rd company to be listed under the Empower Board,positive,0.92397052
Sri Lanka shares slump to one-month low; foreigners exit after PM's cautioning,6/7/2022,Markets,The main index fell for the 10th session in the past 11 on economic and political instability worries.,Sri Lanka shares slump to one-month low; foreigners exit after PM's cautioning The main index fell for the 10th session in the past 11 on economic and political instability worries.,negative,-0.998653412
Sri Lanka's Foreign Minister to Singapore for bilateral meeting with leaders ,6/7/2022,International Relations,Peiris visit comes when Sri Lanka is going through its worst economic crisis and is seeking international funding.,Sri Lanka's Foreign Minister to Singapore for bilateral meeting with leaders  Peiris visit comes when Sri Lanka is going through its worst economic crisis and is seeking international funding.,negative,-0.984793067
Sri Lanka Tri Forces at the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee pageant,6/7/2022,Political News,"In 2022, the Queen Elizabeth II became the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee ","Sri Lanka Tri Forces at the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee pageant In 2022, the Queen Elizabeth II became the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee ",positive,0.999189794
"Sri Lanka PM laments unilateral termination of Japan, India-funded projects",6/7/2022,International Relations,"“Japan is our long time friend; a nation that has helped our country greatly. But they are now unhappy with us.""","Sri Lanka PM laments unilateral termination of Japan, India-funded projects “Japan is our long time friend; a nation that has helped our country greatly. But they are now unhappy with us.""",negative,-0.995737076
"PM calls for unity, reforms, state sector overhaul to bring Sri Lanka out of crisis",6/7/2022,Economy,Wickremesinghe also warned against being hyper-focused on the past.,"PM calls for unity, reforms, state sector overhaul to bring Sri Lanka out of crisis Wickremesinghe also warned against being hyper-focused on the past.",positive,0.685529172
Sri Lanka grants 40-year tax relief for Chinese Port City investments ,6/7/2022,Investment,Investments into Port City have delayed amid pandemic last year.,Sri Lanka grants 40-year tax relief for Chinese Port City investments  Investments into Port City have delayed amid pandemic last year.,negative,-0.988668382
Sri Lanka considers incentives for expatriate workers not using undiyal or hawala,6/7/2022,Economy,Foreign expatriates have stopped sending money through banking channels as black market gives them more rupees. ,Sri Lanka considers incentives for expatriate workers not using undiyal or hawala Foreign expatriates have stopped sending money through banking channels as black market gives them more rupees. ,negative,-0.99514246
Sri Lanka finds way around CPC monopoly to end aviation fuel crunch: Minister,6/7/2022,Economy,Allows suppliers to stock fuel at CPC facilties and be paid after selling,Sri Lanka finds way around CPC monopoly to end aviation fuel crunch: Minister Allows suppliers to stock fuel at CPC facilties and be paid after selling,negative,-0.980141222
Sri Lanka does not rule out fuel rationing: PM,6/7/2022,Energy,Currently fuel issues reduced,Sri Lanka does not rule out fuel rationing: PM Currently fuel issues reduced,negative,-0.961710691
Sri Lanka must rebuild agriculture sector immediately to prevent food shortages: PM,6/7/2022,Agriculture,"""We have to work hard from this point onwards to ensure the next harvest is a success.""","Sri Lanka must rebuild agriculture sector immediately to prevent food shortages: PM ""We have to work hard from this point onwards to ensure the next harvest is a success.""",positive,0.998109341
Sri Lanka economy may contract 6.9-pct in 2022 PM says after soft-peg collapse,6/7/2022,Economy,CB estimates economy may contract 4-5-pct,Sri Lanka economy may contract 6.9-pct in 2022 PM says after soft-peg collapse CB estimates economy may contract 4-5-pct,negative,-0.99138099
Sri Lanka to write off small-time farmers' debt 100 percent,6/7/2022,Agriculture,"“We know that farming families who cultivate paddy on small lands are in a very precarious position.""","Sri Lanka to write off small-time farmers' debt 100 percent “We know that farming families who cultivate paddy on small lands are in a very precarious position.""",negative,-0.992388129
"Tough three weeks ahead for Sri Lanka with crippling fuel, gas shortages incoming: PM",6/7/2022,Consumer Affairs,"“At the end of these three difficult weeks, we shall try to supply fuel and gas without disruptions.""","Tough three weeks ahead for Sri Lanka with crippling fuel, gas shortages incoming: PM “At the end of these three difficult weeks, we shall try to supply fuel and gas without disruptions.""",negative,-0.979026198
Sri Lanka to present interim budget cutting capex: PM,6/7/2022,Economy,Needs US$5 billion to live and 1 billion to support rupee ,Sri Lanka to present interim budget cutting capex: PM Needs US$5 billion to live and 1 billion to support rupee ,negative,-0.99708277
Sri Lanka to send state workers for foreign jobs: Minister,6/7/2022,Economy,Circular to be issued,Sri Lanka to send state workers for foreign jobs: Minister Circular to be issued,negative,-0.985621631
"Sri Lanka state firms to buy 230,000MT fertilizer for next cropping season: Minister",6/7/2022,Economy,"150,000MT of urea, 81,000MT of other fertilizer","Sri Lanka state firms to buy 230,000MT fertilizer for next cropping season: Minister 150,000MT of urea, 81,000MT of other fertilizer",negative,-0.976732671
"Sri Lanka expects 65,000MT of urea given by India after a month: Minister",6/7/2022,Agriculture,May be able to use in the current season,"Sri Lanka expects 65,000MT of urea given by India after a month: Minister May be able to use in the current season",negative,-0.9833408
"Sri Lanka plans to import 800,000MT of rice, no immediate shortage: Minister",6/7/2022,Agriculture,Crop shortfalls due to fertilizer and fuel shortages,"Sri Lanka plans to import 800,000MT of rice, no immediate shortage: Minister Crop shortfalls due to fertilizer and fuel shortages",negative,-0.992720246
Controversy erupts over pricing on unsolicited Adani wind power project,6/7/2022,Energy,Unions say competitive bidding could sharply reduce payments to foreign firms,Controversy erupts over pricing on unsolicited Adani wind power project Unions say competitive bidding could sharply reduce payments to foreign firms,negative,-0.994879365
Sri Lanka tax hikes must be complemented by spending rationalization: Eran,6/7/2022,Economy,Tax reversals proximate cause of current crisis,Sri Lanka tax hikes must be complemented by spending rationalization: Eran Tax reversals proximate cause of current crisis,negative,-0.954719007
Sri Lanka sees a sharp rise in day-light robbery amid drug-traffic allegations,6/7/2022,Crime,Five people have been shot dead just in the last four days  ,Sri Lanka sees a sharp rise in day-light robbery amid drug-traffic allegations Five people have been shot dead just in the last four days  ,positive,0.521954417
"Sri Lanka stocks plunge near 4-wk low on political, economic woes  ",6/6/2022,Markets,Sri Lanka still has not seen any recovery in its worst economic crisis,"Sri Lanka stocks plunge near 4-wk low on political, economic woes   Sri Lanka still has not seen any recovery in its worst economic crisis",negative,-0.999513149
Sri Lanka Cricket to donate ticket money from Australian tour to crisis-hit people,6/6/2022,Sports,SLC expects a considerable collection from ticket sales,Sri Lanka Cricket to donate ticket money from Australian tour to crisis-hit people SLC expects a considerable collection from ticket sales,negative,-0.997905731
Sri Lanka explains regime which is still creating forex shortages,6/6/2022,Economy,Says guidance rate has reduced volatility,Sri Lanka explains regime which is still creating forex shortages Says guidance rate has reduced volatility,negative,-0.996492565
Sri Lanka's Sapugaskanda oil refinery to release 800MT of diesel to the market,6/6/2022,Petroleum,CPC Chairman Sumith Wijesinghe has said 800 metric tonnes of diesel will be distributed to the market on Monday.,Sri Lanka's Sapugaskanda oil refinery to release 800MT of diesel to the market CPC Chairman Sumith Wijesinghe has said 800 metric tonnes of diesel will be distributed to the market on Monday.,negative,-0.938646436
Sri Lanka court suspends enjoining order issued against Russian Aeroflot flight,6/6/2022,Aviation,"The court will decide whether or not to issue an interim injunction, the sources added.","Sri Lanka court suspends enjoining order issued against Russian Aeroflot flight The court will decide whether or not to issue an interim injunction, the sources added.",negative,-0.995022416
Sri Lanka lawyer and activist Senaka Perera summoned by CID,6/6/2022,Politics,"“We cannot be silenced with stunts like this. We will be more active tomorrow than we are today,” said Perera.","Sri Lanka lawyer and activist Senaka Perera summoned by CID “We cannot be silenced with stunts like this. We will be more active tomorrow than we are today,” said Perera.",positive,0.972783267
Sri Lanka stocks trading halted after 5.1-pct fall,6/6/2022,Markets,S & P Index falls,Sri Lanka stocks trading halted after 5.1-pct fall S & P Index falls,negative,-0.999652743
Sri Lanka stocks slip over 3-pct in mid-day trade,6/6/2022,Stocks & Companies,S&P SL20 fell over 4 per cent ,Sri Lanka stocks slip over 3-pct in mid-day trade S&P SL20 fell over 4 per cent ,negative,-0.999699354
"Sri Lanka rupee at 367 to TT dollar, interbank rupee at 360.27",6/6/2022,Bonds & Forex,Bond market is active today following last week's T-bill auction.,"Sri Lanka rupee at 367 to TT dollar, interbank rupee at 360.27 Bond market is active today following last week's T-bill auction.",negative,-0.729959249
Sri Lanka's central bank advances US$388mn to banks to ease dollar mis-match,6/6/2022,Economy,Monetary instability and forex shortages continue,Sri Lanka's central bank advances US$388mn to banks to ease dollar mis-match Monetary instability and forex shortages continue,negative,-0.994532824
Sri Lanka state-run CPC to take up supply offers that meet criteria: Minister,6/6/2022,Energy,.,Sri Lanka state-run CPC to take up supply offers that meet criteria: Minister .,positive,0.977605283
Sri Lank tea prices inflate steeply after currency collapse,6/5/2022,Tea,Prices rose sharply in May but eased somewhat towards the end of the month.,Sri Lank tea prices inflate steeply after currency collapse Prices rose sharply in May but eased somewhat towards the end of the month.,negative,-0.995015323
Sri Lanka to operate one-third of private buses from June 06,6/5/2022,Economy,Money printing creates forex and fuel shortages,Sri Lanka to operate one-third of private buses from June 06 Money printing creates forex and fuel shortages,negative,-0.998589814
"Sri Lanka's China-backed Port City set back by soft-peg collapse, unrest",6/5/2022,Economy, Duty-free complex by the fourth quarter,"Sri Lanka's China-backed Port City set back by soft-peg collapse, unrest  Duty-free complex by the fourth quarter",negative,-0.999365747
Sri Lanka agriculture goes to pot after soft-peg collapse,6/5/2022,Economy,Minister urges citizens to start growing vegetables in flow pots,Sri Lanka agriculture goes to pot after soft-peg collapse Minister urges citizens to start growing vegetables in flow pots,negative,-0.985288322
Sri Lanka's Water Supply Board loses Rs3.1 bn in 2021,6/5/2022,Economy,25 percent of water lost without any revenue,Sri Lanka's Water Supply Board loses Rs3.1 bn in 2021 25 percent of water lost without any revenue,negative,-0.999695659
Aeroflot grounding lands Sri Lanka in diplomatic spat with Russia,6/4/2022,Aviation,Foreign Ministry say the matter is being considered through diplomatic channels,Aeroflot grounding lands Sri Lanka in diplomatic spat with Russia Foreign Ministry say the matter is being considered through diplomatic channels,negative,-0.989777863
Sri Lanka's Haycarb March net up on forex gains,6/4/2022,Business,Net finance Income up 977 percent,Sri Lanka's Haycarb March net up on forex gains Net finance Income up 977 percent,negative,-0.829878211
Sri Lanka schedules 2-hour 15 minute power cut from June 6-8,6/4/2022,Energy,Power cuts which had been reduced due to G.C.E. ordinary level examination resume again,Sri Lanka schedules 2-hour 15 minute power cut from June 6-8 Power cuts which had been reduced due to G.C.E. ordinary level examination resume again,negative,-0.994802594
Sri Lanka' Dipped Products net up on forex gains,6/4/2022,Finance,Gross profits down 35-pct,Sri Lanka' Dipped Products net up on forex gains Gross profits down 35-pct,negative,-0.994772255
SriLankan Airlines loses Rs170bn in 2021 amid soft-peg collapse,6/4/2022,Aviation,In the year to March 2022 finance costs went up to Rs122.5bn  Rs35.6bn and unrealized forex losses were Rs47.7bn,SriLankan Airlines loses Rs170bn in 2021 amid soft-peg collapse In the year to March 2022 finance costs went up to Rs122.5bn  Rs35.6bn and unrealized forex losses were Rs47.7bn,negative,-0.999300599
Aeroflot suspends Sri Lanka commercial flights,6/4/2022,Aviation,Empty flights to take back passengers,Aeroflot suspends Sri Lanka commercial flights Empty flights to take back passengers,negative,-0.999610603
Sri Lanka president orders plantations to grow food after soft-peg collapse,6/4/2022,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's rice production has dropped by around 40 percent due to fertilizer ban. ,Sri Lanka president orders plantations to grow food after soft-peg collapse Sri Lanka's rice production has dropped by around 40 percent due to fertilizer ban. ,negative,-0.997541666
Sri Lanka stocks suffer first weekly loss in four weeks; see foreign inflows,6/4/2022,Markets,The market saw the highest week;y foreign inflows in two months.,Sri Lanka stocks suffer first weekly loss in four weeks; see foreign inflows The market saw the highest week;y foreign inflows in two months.,negative,-0.992845833
Loss making SriLankan completes MRO service for Oman's Salam Air,6/3/2022,Aviation,SriLankan Airline's losses have accumulated to 372 billion rupees by end March 2021. ,Loss making SriLankan completes MRO service for Oman's Salam Air SriLankan Airline's losses have accumulated to 372 billion rupees by end March 2021. ,negative,-0.996320844
Sri Lanka President's unused Covid fund to be used for medicines,6/3/2022,Health,Only a fraction of ITUKAMA fund has been used so far.  ,Sri Lanka President's unused Covid fund to be used for medicines Only a fraction of ITUKAMA fund has been used so far.  ,negative,-0.997808516
Sri Lanka rupee quoted 367.30 to TT dollar,6/3/2022,Bonds & Forex,Kerb rate 273.50/275.00,Sri Lanka rupee quoted 367.30 to TT dollar Kerb rate 273.50/275.00,negative,-0.991425395
"Sri Lanka stocks fall to over 3-wk low; tax hike, high rates weigh ",6/3/2022,Markets,Investors have been waiting for some market boosting news,"Sri Lanka stocks fall to over 3-wk low; tax hike, high rates weigh  Investors have been waiting for some market boosting news",negative,-0.996134281
Sri Lanka PM reveals plan to prevent tuk-tuk fuel shortage,6/3/2022,Energy,"Three-wheel drivers have been significantly affected by the fuel shortage, price hike","Sri Lanka PM reveals plan to prevent tuk-tuk fuel shortage Three-wheel drivers have been significantly affected by the fuel shortage, price hike",negative,-0.993109941
"Sri Lanka Prime Minister briefs FAO, UNDP on looming food shortage ",6/3/2022,Agriculture,Sri Lanka is facing food shortage due to President Rajapaksa's fertilizer ban and dollar shortage ,"Sri Lanka Prime Minister briefs FAO, UNDP on looming food shortage  Sri Lanka is facing food shortage due to President Rajapaksa's fertilizer ban and dollar shortage ",negative,-0.998323381
Power cuts dampen Sri Lanka rubber product exports despite higher global demand - SLAMERP,6/3/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka's rubber products can grow up to 30% in US dollar revenue if uninterrupted power supply ensured,Power cuts dampen Sri Lanka rubber product exports despite higher global demand - SLAMERP Sri Lanka's rubber products can grow up to 30% in US dollar revenue if uninterrupted power supply ensured,negative,-0.996532202
"Sri Lanka's Colombo port ranked 22 in world, 1 in South Asia",6/3/2022,Logistics,In the next 2 to 5 years the two terminals will add 7 million TEUS in capacity,"Sri Lanka's Colombo port ranked 22 in world, 1 in South Asia In the next 2 to 5 years the two terminals will add 7 million TEUS in capacity",positive,0.994692266
Sri Lanka stocks turn negative in lackluster mid-day trading,6/3/2022,Markets,Indices surrendered early gains in the absence of market boosting news - brokers ,Sri Lanka stocks turn negative in lackluster mid-day trading Indices surrendered early gains in the absence of market boosting news - brokers ,negative,-0.999641895
Fears of looming food shortages as Sri Lanka's President urges officials to ensure essentials,6/3/2022,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka is facing a food shortage due to a 2021 fertilizer ban, dollar shortage ","Fears of looming food shortages as Sri Lanka's President urges officials to ensure essentials Sri Lanka is facing a food shortage due to a 2021 fertilizer ban, dollar shortage ",negative,-0.987175524
"Sri Lanka central bank deep in debt, dollar shortages at 'guidance' rate : Wijewardena",6/3/2022,Economy,Central bank has run out of reserves and is guidance rate,"Sri Lanka central bank deep in debt, dollar shortages at 'guidance' rate : Wijewardena Central bank has run out of reserves and is guidance rate",negative,-0.98940593
Sri Lanka protesters deny President's claim; say PMD statement false,6/3/2022,Politics,Protesters say they will agitate until Gotabaya Rajapaksa resigns ,Sri Lanka protesters deny President's claim; say PMD statement false Protesters say they will agitate until Gotabaya Rajapaksa resigns ,negative,-0.995948136
Money shortages may force Sri Lanka zoos to consider selling or releasing animals,6/2/2022,Animal Rights,"Sri Lanka has around 5,000 animals in all zoological gardens ","Money shortages may force Sri Lanka zoos to consider selling or releasing animals Sri Lanka has around 5,000 animals in all zoological gardens ",negative,-0.999129236
Sri Lanka shares rise from 3-wk low; foreigners buy,6/2/2022,Markets,"Analysts see Thursday's gain as temporary, unsustainable ","Sri Lanka shares rise from 3-wk low; foreigners buy Analysts see Thursday's gain as temporary, unsustainable ",negative,-0.997962117
China fears Sri Lanka swap re-structuring if proceeds are used: Coomaraswamy,6/2/2022,Economy,So that is making them hesitate ,China fears Sri Lanka swap re-structuring if proceeds are used: Coomaraswamy So that is making them hesitate ,negative,-0.998171329
"Sri Lanka could get up to US$6bn from India, talks with Japan: Coomaraswamy",6/2/2022,Economy,India had discussed with Japan about bridge financing,"Sri Lanka could get up to US$6bn from India, talks with Japan: Coomaraswamy India had discussed with Japan about bridge financing",negative,-0.983005106
Sri Lanka new govt should respect independence of central bank: Wijewardena,6/2/2022,Economy,Printing money to pay salaries is like giving sugar to a diabetic,Sri Lanka new govt should respect independence of central bank: Wijewardena Printing money to pay salaries is like giving sugar to a diabetic,negative,-0.987569153
Sri Lanka could reach IMF staff level agreement in 4-5 weeks: Coomaraswamy,6/2/2022,Economy,"It was a ""distinct possibility"" that a staff level agreement could be reached in the next few weeks","Sri Lanka could reach IMF staff level agreement in 4-5 weeks: Coomaraswamy It was a ""distinct possibility"" that a staff level agreement could be reached in the next few weeks",negative,-0.980474889
Sri Lanka free trade zone manufacturers oppose electricity tariff hike proposal,6/2/2022,Apparel,"Sri Lanka’s ongoing crisis situation is affecting the apparel industry, with many overseas brands having already moved...","Sri Lanka free trade zone manufacturers oppose electricity tariff hike proposal Sri Lanka’s ongoing crisis situation is affecting the apparel industry, with many overseas brands having already moved...",negative,-0.922254741
Sri Lanka fuel shortages force labour department to shut its doors on Fridays,6/2/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka is currently facing the worst economic crisis in its post-Independence history.,Sri Lanka fuel shortages force labour department to shut its doors on Fridays Sri Lanka is currently facing the worst economic crisis in its post-Independence history.,negative,-0.999295115
"For a “New Nepal”, more youth in political leadership the need",6/2/2022,South Asia,Senior politicians control the levers of power,"For a “New Nepal”, more youth in political leadership the need Senior politicians control the levers of power",positive,0.977271914
Sri Lanka finance minister to present Rs 695mn supplementary estimate on June 08,6/2/2022,Economy,"A two-day debate will also be held following the presentation, the MP said.","Sri Lanka finance minister to present Rs 695mn supplementary estimate on June 08 A two-day debate will also be held following the presentation, the MP said.",positive,0.888991117
Sri Lanka customers owe shipping lines US$70mn: report,6/2/2022,Logistics,Agents ask to pay port charges in rupees instead,Sri Lanka customers owe shipping lines US$70mn: report Agents ask to pay port charges in rupees instead,negative,-0.998811245
Sri Lanka port gives US$20mn in demurrage relief: Chairman,6/2/2022,Economy,SLPA has waived 20 mn USD of demurrage for importers who have been unable to clear goods in time,Sri Lanka port gives US$20mn in demurrage relief: Chairman SLPA has waived 20 mn USD of demurrage for importers who have been unable to clear goods in time,negative,-0.995168746
Sri Lanka president extends tenure of controversial One Country One Law task force,6/2/2022,Politics,The firebrand monk has been accused of promoting Islamophobia in Sri Lanka.,Sri Lanka president extends tenure of controversial One Country One Law task force The firebrand monk has been accused of promoting Islamophobia in Sri Lanka.,positive,0.87370348
Sri Lanka's People's Leasing net down 37-pct in March,6/2/2022,Finance,Higher taxes reduce bottomline,Sri Lanka's People's Leasing net down 37-pct in March Higher taxes reduce bottomline,negative,-0.996475995
Sri Lanka's China backed Port City drives up revised GDP,6/2/2022,Economy,2017 GDP revised to 6.5-pct from 4.5-pct,Sri Lanka's China backed Port City drives up revised GDP 2017 GDP revised to 6.5-pct from 4.5-pct,negative,-0.984226286
Sri Lanka GDP bloated after re-basing,6/2/2022,Economy,"Debt to GDP down, per capital GDP up","Sri Lanka GDP bloated after re-basing Debt to GDP down, per capital GDP up",negative,-0.999291539
"Sri Lanka floods kill one, hundreds homeless",6/2/2022,Environment,People evacuated to relief centres,"Sri Lanka floods kill one, hundreds homeless People evacuated to relief centres",negative,-0.994573176
Sri Lanka slaps duty surcharges of up to 200-pct on selected imports,6/1/2022,Economy,"Special commodity levies of up to Rs2000 on yoghurt, butter","Sri Lanka slaps duty surcharges of up to 200-pct on selected imports Special commodity levies of up to Rs2000 on yoghurt, butter",negative,-0.990819395
Sri Lanka stocks fall for the seventh day on weak sentiments,6/1/2022,Stocks & Companies,.,Sri Lanka stocks fall for the seventh day on weak sentiments .,negative,-0.999652028
"Sri Lanka former MP, murder convict Duminda Silva hospitalised after arrest order: sources",6/1/2022,Politics,"""Silva has been admitted to the Sri Jayewardenepura hospital,"" sources told EconomyNext.","Sri Lanka former MP, murder convict Duminda Silva hospitalised after arrest order: sources ""Silva has been admitted to the Sri Jayewardenepura hospital,"" sources told EconomyNext.",negative,-0.976668537
Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields drop after tax hike,6/1/2022,Economy,All offered bills sold,Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields drop after tax hike All offered bills sold,negative,-0.976892352
"Sri Lanka Freedom party sacks Mahinda Amaraweera, Nimal Siripala de Silva for joining govt",6/1/2022,Politics,"""All SLFP parliamentarians taking up ministries are hereby removed from all positions in the party.""","Sri Lanka Freedom party sacks Mahinda Amaraweera, Nimal Siripala de Silva for joining govt ""All SLFP parliamentarians taking up ministries are hereby removed from all positions in the party.""",negative,-0.997287273
"Sri Lanka removes licenses on 369 imports, open account allowed till June 07",6/1/2022,Economy,Finance Ministry asks not to import excessively,"Sri Lanka removes licenses on 369 imports, open account allowed till June 07 Finance Ministry asks not to import excessively",negative,-0.974542797
Sri Lanka stocks slip in mid-day trade on Wednesday,6/1/2022,Uncategorized,.,Sri Lanka stocks slip in mid-day trade on Wednesday .,negative,-0.999494553
Bangladesh donates 2.2 mn US dollars' worth of drugs to Sri Lanka,6/1/2022,Health,Earlier two consignments of medicine were donated by India and France.,Bangladesh donates 2.2 mn US dollars' worth of drugs to Sri Lanka Earlier two consignments of medicine were donated by India and France.,negative,-0.913658261
Sri Lanka issues gazette hiking value added tax from June 01,6/1/2022,Economy,In a bid to reverse fiscal stimulus,Sri Lanka issues gazette hiking value added tax from June 01 In a bid to reverse fiscal stimulus,negative,-0.993857205
Sri Lanka healthcare agencies to pay suppliers current dollar rate to reduce shortages,6/1/2022,Economy,The rupee fell steeply in 2022 after two years of money printing,Sri Lanka healthcare agencies to pay suppliers current dollar rate to reduce shortages The rupee fell steeply in 2022 after two years of money printing,negative,-0.99958533
"Sri Lanka's central bank needs accountability and restraint, not independence: Bellwether",6/1/2022,Bellwether,The absolute discretion to print money through flexible inflation targeting cum output gap targeting has to be blocked,"Sri Lanka's central bank needs accountability and restraint, not independence: Bellwether The absolute discretion to print money through flexible inflation targeting cum output gap targeting has to be blocked",negative,-0.999527216
Sri Lanka LOLC Holdings net up 440-pct in March,6/1/2022,Logistics,LOLC has foreign operations and the Sri Lanka rupee fell steeply in March,Sri Lanka LOLC Holdings net up 440-pct in March LOLC has foreign operations and the Sri Lanka rupee fell steeply in March,negative,-0.999237061
Sri Lanka's People's Bank clarifies NPA treatment,6/1/2022,Banking,Non performing loans go through a recovery process,Sri Lanka's People's Bank clarifies NPA treatment Non performing loans go through a recovery process,negative,-0.730852723
Sri Lanka's Colombo port to use bicycles amid assurances of fuel and power,5/31/2022,Logistics,Ceylon Association of Shipping Agents (CASA) has gifted 100 bicycles to the port,Sri Lanka's Colombo port to use bicycles amid assurances of fuel and power Ceylon Association of Shipping Agents (CASA) has gifted 100 bicycles to the port,positive,0.996585369
"Sri Lanka key tax changes, top personal tax rate 34-pct, companies 30-pct",5/31/2022,Economy,Plans to raise Rs195bn a year,"Sri Lanka key tax changes, top personal tax rate 34-pct, companies 30-pct Plans to raise Rs195bn a year",negative,-0.595322728
Sri Lanka Supreme Court orders arrest of pardoned murder convict Duminda Silva: report,5/31/2022,Politics,A travel ban has also been imposed on the former MP.,Sri Lanka Supreme Court orders arrest of pardoned murder convict Duminda Silva: report A travel ban has also been imposed on the former MP.,negative,-0.990662813
Sri Lanka exam invigilator accused of molesting female student arrested,5/31/2022,Crime,The Ministry of Education said the incident had taken place last Wednesday (25).,Sri Lanka exam invigilator accused of molesting female student arrested The Ministry of Education said the incident had taken place last Wednesday (25).,negative,-0.993847907
"Sri Lanka stocks slip 1.5-pct on tax hikes, weak sentiment",5/31/2022,Stocks & Companies,"""It’s the overall uncertainty in the system,"" a market analyst said.","Sri Lanka stocks slip 1.5-pct on tax hikes, weak sentiment ""It’s the overall uncertainty in the system,"" a market analyst said.",negative,-0.998891532
Sri Lanka's outgoing army commander Shavendra Silva to be Chief of Defence Staff,5/31/2022,Defence,"Prior to the appointment, Silva served as acting Chief of Defense Staff during the COVID-19 pandemic.","Sri Lanka's outgoing army commander Shavendra Silva to be Chief of Defence Staff Prior to the appointment, Silva served as acting Chief of Defense Staff during the COVID-19 pandemic.",positive,0.930239022
"Sri Lanka to increase VAT to 12 percent, telecom levy to 15 percent",5/31/2022,Economy,PM's office,"Sri Lanka to increase VAT to 12 percent, telecom levy to 15 percent PM's office",negative,-0.736888826
"Sri Lanka inflation hits 39.1-pct in May after money printing, botched float",5/31/2022,Economy,Food prices up 57-pct over 12-months and 86-pct since inflationary policy began in Aug 2019,"Sri Lanka inflation hits 39.1-pct in May after money printing, botched float Food prices up 57-pct over 12-months and 86-pct since inflationary policy began in Aug 2019",negative,-0.996138275
Sri Lanka schedules two-hour power cut for June 01; daily outages to reduce to one hour,5/31/2022,Power,"Daily power cuts will be further reduced to one hour in the next few days, the PUCSL said.","Sri Lanka schedules two-hour power cut for June 01; daily outages to reduce to one hour Daily power cuts will be further reduced to one hour in the next few days, the PUCSL said.",negative,-0.995444417
"Torrential downpour in Sri Lanka adds to people's woes; floods, landslides likely",5/31/2022,Economy,"Media reports showed long queues still in Badulla, Polonnaruwa, Nuwara Eliya and Hatan areas.","Torrential downpour in Sri Lanka adds to people's woes; floods, landslides likely Media reports showed long queues still in Badulla, Polonnaruwa, Nuwara Eliya and Hatan areas.",negative,-0.992609203
"Sri Lanka rupee at 365.7 to TT dollar, interbank rupee at 360.7",5/31/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka rupee at 365.7 to TT dollar, interbank rupee at 360.7 .",negative,-0.952393293
Sri Lanka stocks slip over 1-pct in mid-day trade,5/31/2022,Markets,.,Sri Lanka stocks slip over 1-pct in mid-day trade .,negative,-0.999588192
Sri Lanka to change GDP base year to 2015,5/31/2022,Economy,The cabinet of ministers had given the go ahead to publish the revised GDP numbers from 2015,Sri Lanka to change GDP base year to 2015 The cabinet of ministers had given the go ahead to publish the revised GDP numbers from 2015,positive,0.784645796
Sri Lanka to hike taxes back to 2019 levels: Minister,5/31/2022,Economy,A supplementary estimate of 695 billion rupees will be presented to parliament.,Sri Lanka to hike taxes back to 2019 levels: Minister A supplementary estimate of 695 billion rupees will be presented to parliament.,negative,-0.697632849
"Sri Lanka agriculture minister says food crisis avoidable, promises rice self-sufficiency in 2023",5/31/2022,Agriculture,"""It's okay to criticise us, but we ask that you do not discourage farmers from growing,"" he said.","Sri Lanka agriculture minister says food crisis avoidable, promises rice self-sufficiency in 2023 ""It's okay to criticise us, but we ask that you do not discourage farmers from growing,"" he said.",positive,0.946350396
Sri Lanka police arrests father of three over 9-year old's murder,5/31/2022,Crime,The suspect had also joined the search party.,Sri Lanka police arrests father of three over 9-year old's murder The suspect had also joined the search party.,negative,-0.923988104
"Sri Lanka sell 2025, 2028 bonds raising Rs40bn",5/31/2022,Bonds & Forex,All offered bonds sold,"Sri Lanka sell 2025, 2028 bonds raising Rs40bn All offered bonds sold",positive,0.856448948
"UK PM assures Sri Lanka counterpart assistance with climate change, exports",5/30/2022,International Relations,Johnson had made this assurance during a discussion held that afternoon.,"UK PM assures Sri Lanka counterpart assistance with climate change, exports Johnson had made this assurance during a discussion held that afternoon.",positive,0.897085011
Sri Lankan YouTuber and anti-government protestor Ratta arrested,5/30/2022,Free Speech,"Ratta, who has 1.4 million subscribers on YouTube, was a prominent figure in Sri Lanka’s anti-government protests.","Sri Lankan YouTuber and anti-government protestor Ratta arrested Ratta, who has 1.4 million subscribers on YouTube, was a prominent figure in Sri Lanka’s anti-government protests.",negative,-0.617180169
Sri Lanka's Litro Gas to resume distribution on May 31,5/30/2022,Energy,"Litro was unable to distribute canisters since May 24, as it had exhausted all its stock.","Sri Lanka's Litro Gas to resume distribution on May 31 Litro was unable to distribute canisters since May 24, as it had exhausted all its stock.",negative,-0.999733269
Sri Lanka CB takes on task finding dollars for food after open account ban,5/30/2022,Economy,CBSL would like to reassure its commitment to ensuring foreign exchange within the banking system for food,Sri Lanka CB takes on task finding dollars for food after open account ban CBSL would like to reassure its commitment to ensuring foreign exchange within the banking system for food,negative,-0.904852033
Sri Lanka warned of lashing rains and strong winds,5/30/2022,Weather and Climate,People living in hilly areas and using those advised to be vigilant ,Sri Lanka warned of lashing rains and strong winds People living in hilly areas and using those advised to be vigilant ,negative,-0.955284476
Sri Lanka’s independent MPs will support PM’s proposal for oversight committees,5/30/2022,Politics,"“We support the decision to appoint committees. We will support it,” Gammanpila said.","Sri Lanka’s independent MPs will support PM’s proposal for oversight committees “We support the decision to appoint committees. We will support it,” Gammanpila said.",positive,0.999145746
"World Bank reiterates no new financing to Sri Lanka, denies reports of 700mn USD in aid",5/30/2022,International Relations,"""Recent media reports have given specific numbers of immediate World Bank support. This is not accurate.""","World Bank reiterates no new financing to Sri Lanka, denies reports of 700mn USD in aid ""Recent media reports have given specific numbers of immediate World Bank support. This is not accurate.""",negative,-0.998972297
Sri Lanka minister hunts forex for June oil imports,5/30/2022,Economy, Ceylon Petrolem Corporation needs 554 million US dollars to import oil in June,Sri Lanka minister hunts forex for June oil imports  Ceylon Petrolem Corporation needs 554 million US dollars to import oil in June,negative,-0.992961586
"Sri Lanka rupee at 365.7 to TT dollar, interbank rupee at 360.7",5/30/2022,Bonds & Forex,"On Monday, the central bank guidance margin was set at plus 1.00 rupees or minus 4.00 rupees.","Sri Lanka rupee at 365.7 to TT dollar, interbank rupee at 360.7 On Monday, the central bank guidance margin was set at plus 1.00 rupees or minus 4.00 rupees.",negative,-0.993215621
Sri Lanka's Foreign Minister requests short-term funds from WB,5/30/2022,International news,WB is giving re-purposed money,Sri Lanka's Foreign Minister requests short-term funds from WB WB is giving re-purposed money,negative,-0.999061525
"Sri Lanka's police, CID, NCPA probing nine-year-old's murder, no arrests yet",5/30/2022,Crime,"Twenty-two statements have been recorded thus far, but no suspects have been arrested yet, police said.","Sri Lanka's police, CID, NCPA probing nine-year-old's murder, no arrests yet Twenty-two statements have been recorded thus far, but no suspects have been arrested yet, police said.",negative,-0.988170624
Sri Lanka stocks marginally down in mid-day trade,5/30/2022,Markets,.,Sri Lanka stocks marginally down in mid-day trade .,negative,-0.999521136
"Shootout in Colombo, Sri Lanka, leaves one dead, one injured",5/30/2022,Crime,Police said the motive and the perpetrators have yet to be identified.,"Shootout in Colombo, Sri Lanka, leaves one dead, one injured Police said the motive and the perpetrators have yet to be identified.",negative,-0.99774456
Sri Lanka's People's Bank profits Rs7.4bn in March quarter,5/30/2022,Banking,Times are extraordinary with the macro stresses clearly unprecedented,Sri Lanka's People's Bank profits Rs7.4bn in March quarter Times are extraordinary with the macro stresses clearly unprecedented,positive,0.998959541
Sri Lanka's new agriculture minister to propose acquiring uncultivated farmlands,5/30/2022,Agriculture,"“Everyone, please get in the field, and grow [crops],” the minister said on Sunday (29) speaking to reporters.","Sri Lanka's new agriculture minister to propose acquiring uncultivated farmlands “Everyone, please get in the field, and grow [crops],” the minister said on Sunday (29) speaking to reporters.",positive,0.988883436
Sri Lanka central bank monetary decision making process under fire,5/30/2022,Economy,"Tradition in MB is to reach decisions by consensus. If one member disapproves, it isn’t carried","Sri Lanka central bank monetary decision making process under fire Tradition in MB is to reach decisions by consensus. If one member disapproves, it isn’t carried",negative,-0.819934428
"Sri Lanka PM plans parliament panels to raise taxes, watch banking problems:",5/29/2022,Political News,10 monitoring committee,"Sri Lanka PM plans parliament panels to raise taxes, watch banking problems: 10 monitoring committee",negative,-0.918562353
"Sri Lanka Foreign Minister briefs the US on 21st amendment, seeks support",5/29/2022,International Relations,Ambassador Chung has stated that the United States will continue to support Sri Lanka during its difficult time,"Sri Lanka Foreign Minister briefs the US on 21st amendment, seeks support Ambassador Chung has stated that the United States will continue to support Sri Lanka during its difficult time",positive,0.852842391
"Sri Lanka's Hela Clothing delays investments, settles debt in soft-peg collapse",5/29/2022,General Economy,About 2.0 billion rupees left from IPO to be used to settle dollar and rupee debt,"Sri Lanka's Hela Clothing delays investments, settles debt in soft-peg collapse About 2.0 billion rupees left from IPO to be used to settle dollar and rupee debt",negative,-0.997683406
Sri Lanka not blocked by anyone from importing oil from any country: Minister,5/29/2022,Energy,The president has requested in writing from several countries including Russia to buy oil.,Sri Lanka not blocked by anyone from importing oil from any country: Minister The president has requested in writing from several countries including Russia to buy oil.,positive,0.992503285
Sri Lanka central bank US$4bn in debt by March 2022,5/29/2022,Economy,The central bank is now borrowing mainly through the ACU,Sri Lanka central bank US$4bn in debt by March 2022 The central bank is now borrowing mainly through the ACU,negative,-0.977975011
Sri Lanka India eyeing over-water power cable connection: Minister,5/29/2022,Energy,Discussions have been going on as early as 1970s,Sri Lanka India eyeing over-water power cable connection: Minister Discussions have been going on as early as 1970s,negative,-0.99128145
India gifts kerosene to fishermen in Northern islets in soft-peg collapse,5/28/2022,Economy,"India has gifted 15,000 liters of kerosene to fishermen in several islets in the North of the island","India gifts kerosene to fishermen in Northern islets in soft-peg collapse India has gifted 15,000 liters of kerosene to fishermen in several islets in the North of the island",positive,0.975492835
Sri Lanka President assures independence to central bank,5/28/2022,Economy,Meets Governor Nandalal Weerasinghe,Sri Lanka President assures independence to central bank Meets Governor Nandalal Weerasinghe,positive,0.99515754
"India gifts Sri Lanka drugs as currency collapse, price controls hit supplies",5/28/2022,Economy,Medical supplies also send to the Suwaseriya ambulance service,"India gifts Sri Lanka drugs as currency collapse, price controls hit supplies Medical supplies also send to the Suwaseriya ambulance service",negative,-0.995299041
"Sri Lanka drug suppliers say hit by arrears, regulatory morass, forex shortages",5/28/2022,Health,Sri Lanka's pharmaceuticals suppliers are hit by payment delays and are also facing regulatory delays,"Sri Lanka drug suppliers say hit by arrears, regulatory morass, forex shortages Sri Lanka's pharmaceuticals suppliers are hit by payment delays and are also facing regulatory delays",negative,-0.999619007
Sri Lanka gifted medicines by France after soft-peg collapse,5/28/2022,Health,"France has gifted Sri Lanka anesthetics and respiratory medications worth 300,000 Euros","Sri Lanka gifted medicines by France after soft-peg collapse France has gifted Sri Lanka anesthetics and respiratory medications worth 300,000 Euros",positive,0.973302245
Sri Lanka in talks with India to re-structure and expand trade credits,5/28/2022,Economy,Possibility of increasing and restructuring the assistance provided by India in the form of credits,Sri Lanka in talks with India to re-structure and expand trade credits Possibility of increasing and restructuring the assistance provided by India in the form of credits,positive,0.918431699
Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka net up 9-pct amid margin pressure,5/28/2022,General Industry,"Teejay Lanka Plc, said net profits grew 9 percent 826 million rupee in the March 2022 quarter","Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka net up 9-pct amid margin pressure Teejay Lanka Plc, said net profits grew 9 percent 826 million rupee in the March 2022 quarter",negative,-0.963356614
Nihal Fonseka re-appointed as Sri Lanka monetary board member,5/28/2022,Economy,Veteran with two decades of banking experience,Nihal Fonseka re-appointed as Sri Lanka monetary board member Veteran with two decades of banking experience,positive,0.99345386
Sri Lanka shares post third weekly gain despite four-session fall,5/28/2022,Markets,"Investors are waiting for cues from budget proposals, new government's policies to achieve stability    ","Sri Lanka shares post third weekly gain despite four-session fall Investors are waiting for cues from budget proposals, new government's policies to achieve stability    ",negative,-0.971609712
Sri Lanka targeted by high priced renewables amid economic crisis,5/27/2022,Energy,Rooftop solar to be encouraged to save costs,Sri Lanka targeted by high priced renewables amid economic crisis Rooftop solar to be encouraged to save costs,negative,-0.932592511
Sri Lanka police arrest four suspects over Black Monday mob attacks on MPs,5/27/2022,Crime,"""They will be produced to the court on Friday (27)"" Thalduwa said.","Sri Lanka police arrest four suspects over Black Monday mob attacks on MPs ""They will be produced to the court on Friday (27)"" Thalduwa said.",negative,-0.865911603
Child or business? Sri Lanka flag vendor given choices by Rajapaksa backers before attack,5/27/2022,Politics,Rajapaksa supporters' attack on unarmed protesters hit smalltimers who saw booming business at Gota Go Gama.,Child or business? Sri Lanka flag vendor given choices by Rajapaksa backers before attack Rajapaksa supporters' attack on unarmed protesters hit smalltimers who saw booming business at Gota Go Gama.,negative,-0.995162845
Sri Lanka bunker firms cleared to import industrial fuel: Minister,5/27/2022,Energy,Diesel and Fuel Oil requirements of Industries to function their Generators and Machinery,Sri Lanka bunker firms cleared to import industrial fuel: Minister Diesel and Fuel Oil requirements of Industries to function their Generators and Machinery,negative,-0.974557757
S&P downgrades two Sri Lanka sovereign bonds to 'D',5/27/2022,Bonds & Forex,"2025, 2027 bonds downgraded to default a month after coupon payments missed","S&P downgrades two Sri Lanka sovereign bonds to 'D' 2025, 2027 bonds downgraded to default a month after coupon payments missed",negative,-0.99890852
Ex-Sri Lanka govt heavyweight Wimal Weerawansa's wife gets two years in prison: report,5/27/2022,Politics,The former minister’s wife was accused of submitting forged documents to apply for two passports.,Ex-Sri Lanka govt heavyweight Wimal Weerawansa's wife gets two years in prison: report The former minister’s wife was accused of submitting forged documents to apply for two passports.,negative,-0.993900299
Sri Lanka listed firms to stop printing annual reports after forex crisis,5/27/2022,Economy,"Publishers, printers and writers warned of the shortage as early as February","Sri Lanka listed firms to stop printing annual reports after forex crisis Publishers, printers and writers warned of the shortage as early as February",negative,-0.997398496
"Sri Lanka rupee at 364.5 to TT dollar, interbank rupee at 359.25",5/27/2022,Bonds & Forex,Bond markets dull,"Sri Lanka rupee at 364.5 to TT dollar, interbank rupee at 359.25 Bond markets dull",negative,-0.999458492
Sri Lanka allows private operators to import fuel for industries - minister,5/27/2022,Energy,"""This will ease the burden on CPC and fuel stations providing in bulk.""","Sri Lanka allows private operators to import fuel for industries - minister ""This will ease the burden on CPC and fuel stations providing in bulk.""",negative,-0.961161792
Sri Lanka stocks up in mid-day trade,5/27/2022,Stocks & Companies,"Top gainers - LOLC Holdings, Browns Investment and Expolanka.","Sri Lanka stocks up in mid-day trade Top gainers - LOLC Holdings, Browns Investment and Expolanka.",positive,0.985867083
"Sri Lanka Singer Finance downgraded, four on rating watch: Fitch",5/27/2022,Bonds & Forex,"Abans Finance, AMW Capital Leasing and Finance and Richard Pieris Finance Limited on Rating ","Sri Lanka Singer Finance downgraded, four on rating watch: Fitch Abans Finance, AMW Capital Leasing and Finance and Richard Pieris Finance Limited on Rating ",negative,-0.996719658
Sri Lanka's insurance losses from anti-Rajapaksa riots to top billion rupees: Fitch,5/27/2022,Finance,We believe gross losses from the riots are likely to exceed LKR1 billion,Sri Lanka's insurance losses from anti-Rajapaksa riots to top billion rupees: Fitch We believe gross losses from the riots are likely to exceed LKR1 billion,negative,-0.994610429
"Sri Lanka in talks with India for US$1bn swap, expects US$1.5n from ACU",5/27/2022,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka to get US$1.5bn in ACU deferments over next six months,"Sri Lanka in talks with India for US$1bn swap, expects US$1.5n from ACU Sri Lanka to get US$1.5bn in ACU deferments over next six months",negative,-0.993096173
"Sri Lanka protesters ask new PM to serve justice for May 09 attack, to avoid looming crisis",5/27/2022,Politics,The Prime Minister's office was targeted by the protesters for the first time.,"Sri Lanka protesters ask new PM to serve justice for May 09 attack, to avoid looming crisis The Prime Minister's office was targeted by the protesters for the first time.",negative,-0.991938531
"IMF says ""require adequate assurances"" on Sri Lanka's debt sustainability restoration",5/27/2022,Economy,"IMF has advised Sri Lanka to seek debt restructuring as early as April 2020, officials have told a parliament panel","IMF says ""require adequate assurances"" on Sri Lanka's debt sustainability restoration IMF has advised Sri Lanka to seek debt restructuring as early as April 2020, officials have told a parliament panel",negative,-0.991353333
Sri Lanka's solo refinery to resume operation after 2-month closure - minister,5/26/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka's refinery was closed in March due to dollar shortage prevented crude imports ,Sri Lanka's solo refinery to resume operation after 2-month closure - minister Sri Lanka's refinery was closed in March due to dollar shortage prevented crude imports ,negative,-0.998590648
Sri Lanka stocks down for 3rd straight session amid tax hike worries  ,5/26/2022,Markets,"New Prime Minister is expected to present a new budget with higher tax, reduced government spending ","Sri Lanka stocks down for 3rd straight session amid tax hike worries   New Prime Minister is expected to present a new budget with higher tax, reduced government spending ",negative,-0.999051511
"Sri Lankan police use app to monitor fuel hoarding amid shortages, long queues",5/26/2022,Uncategorized,Police has discovered hoarding of fuel worth 20.5 million rupees in the past few days.,"Sri Lankan police use app to monitor fuel hoarding amid shortages, long queues Police has discovered hoarding of fuel worth 20.5 million rupees in the past few days.",negative,-0.995579302
Sri Lanka plastic recycler gets funding from USA,5/26/2022,Environment,The company wants to double its already existing 480 waste plastic collection centres.,Sri Lanka plastic recycler gets funding from USA The company wants to double its already existing 480 waste plastic collection centres.,negative,-0.987869084
"Sri Lanka's DFCC, USAID join hands to promote women entrepreneurship",5/26/2022,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank and the USAID, inked a partnership to internationally develop women entrepreneurship in Sri Lanka","Sri Lanka's DFCC, USAID join hands to promote women entrepreneurship Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank and the USAID, inked a partnership to internationally develop women entrepreneurship in Sri Lanka",positive,0.998950422
Witnesses in Sri Lanka's May 09 protester attack asked to surrender passport - lawyer,5/26/2022,Politics,Lawyers express their discontent over travel ban on witnesses in May 09 attack by Rajapaksa supporters,Witnesses in Sri Lanka's May 09 protester attack asked to surrender passport - lawyer Lawyers express their discontent over travel ban on witnesses in May 09 attack by Rajapaksa supporters,negative,-0.989893496
New PM's appointment dilutes Sri Lanka's 'Gota Go Gama' protest,5/26/2022,Politics,"analysts say the site has been drying up since the appointment of New PM, Ranil Wickremesinghe on May 12","New PM's appointment dilutes Sri Lanka's 'Gota Go Gama' protest analysts say the site has been drying up since the appointment of New PM, Ranil Wickremesinghe on May 12",negative,-0.999231935
Maj. Gen. Vikum Liyanage to be appointed Army Commander on June 01,5/26/2022,Politics,.,Maj. Gen. Vikum Liyanage to be appointed Army Commander on June 01 .,positive,0.994692504
"Sri Lanka rupee at 364.7 to TT dollar, interbank rupee at 359.7",5/26/2022,Bonds & Forex,"On Thursday, the central bank guidance margin is set at plus 2.50 rupees or minus 3.50 rupees.","Sri Lanka rupee at 364.7 to TT dollar, interbank rupee at 359.7 On Thursday, the central bank guidance margin is set at plus 2.50 rupees or minus 3.50 rupees.",negative,-0.991353214
"Sri Lanka ignored IMF 2020 warning that debt was unsustainable, COPE told",5/26/2022,Economy,They brought the proposal (in 2020) that Financial Advisors have to be appointed to make debt sustainable. ,"Sri Lanka ignored IMF 2020 warning that debt was unsustainable, COPE told They brought the proposal (in 2020) that Financial Advisors have to be appointed to make debt sustainable. ",negative,-0.579698324
Sri Lankan police arrested 117 over May 09 violence,5/25/2022,Crime,The CID has also arrested 25 with regard to attack against protesters at Galle Face - police spokesman ,Sri Lankan police arrested 117 over May 09 violence The CID has also arrested 25 with regard to attack against protesters at Galle Face - police spokesman ,negative,-0.93801564
Sri Lanka stocks edge down on tax hike worries after PM appointed as new finmin,5/25/2022,Markets,Analysts expect market to fall with government's expected fiscal consolidation plan ,Sri Lanka stocks edge down on tax hike worries after PM appointed as new finmin Analysts expect market to fall with government's expected fiscal consolidation plan ,negative,-0.996065915
Over 100 arrested in Sri Lanka for hoarding amid long fuel queues,5/25/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka sees a growing black market for fuel amid acute shortage ,Over 100 arrested in Sri Lanka for hoarding amid long fuel queues Sri Lanka sees a growing black market for fuel amid acute shortage ,negative,-0.995057821
Sri Lanka central bank looks for gym instructor to keep staff healthy amid economic crisis,5/25/2022,Uncategorized,"The central bank has tightened the monetary policy, allowed sharp depreciation in the rupee to attract dollar inflows","Sri Lanka central bank looks for gym instructor to keep staff healthy amid economic crisis The central bank has tightened the monetary policy, allowed sharp depreciation in the rupee to attract dollar inflows",negative,-0.994290948
Sri Lanka CB Governor doing an extremely good job in dire times: Coomaraswamy,5/25/2022,Economy,No request has been made to return to the central bank,Sri Lanka CB Governor doing an extremely good job in dire times: Coomaraswamy No request has been made to return to the central bank,negative,-0.778949738
Sri Lanka bill yields ease down,5/25/2022,Bonds & Forex,A higher level of 12-month bills sold,Sri Lanka bill yields ease down A higher level of 12-month bills sold,negative,-0.875366926
"Jet fuel shortage forces Sri Lankan Airlines to refuel in India, UAE, Singapore - sources",5/25/2022,Aviation,"Lack of jet fuel in Colombo forces SriLankan, other airlines to refuel in other airports","Jet fuel shortage forces Sri Lankan Airlines to refuel in India, UAE, Singapore - sources Lack of jet fuel in Colombo forces SriLankan, other airlines to refuel in other airports",negative,-0.999402285
Sri Lanka's new finance minister faces challenge of winning back international confidence,5/25/2022,Economy,"“What the international community is looking for is long-term policy credibility and sustainability.""","Sri Lanka's new finance minister faces challenge of winning back international confidence “What the international community is looking for is long-term policy credibility and sustainability.""",positive,0.845304668
"Sri Lanka vlogger ""unofficially"" summoned by CID refuses to give statement",5/25/2022,Free Speech,His YouTube channel SL Deshaya is known for its regular and often biting political commentary.,"Sri Lanka vlogger ""unofficially"" summoned by CID refuses to give statement His YouTube channel SL Deshaya is known for its regular and often biting political commentary.",positive,0.816774487
Angry Sri Lankan protestors demand arrest of ex-minister Johnston Fernando,5/25/2022,Politics,The minister was being questioned at the CID over his alleged involvement in government-backed violence.,Angry Sri Lankan protestors demand arrest of ex-minister Johnston Fernando The minister was being questioned at the CID over his alleged involvement in government-backed violence.,negative,-0.99441117
Sri Lanka stocks marginally up in mid-day trade,5/25/2022,Markets,Most liquid index S&P SL20 on red,Sri Lanka stocks marginally up in mid-day trade Most liquid index S&P SL20 on red,negative,-0.985642135
"Sri Lanka tea output falls, exports down 5-pct but supplies maintained",5/25/2022,Business, Regional plantation companies and smallholders are  harvesting green leaf and arranging deliveries,"Sri Lanka tea output falls, exports down 5-pct but supplies maintained  Regional plantation companies and smallholders are  harvesting green leaf and arranging deliveries",negative,-0.991617262
No new loans for Sri Lanka without proper economic plan: World Bank,5/25/2022,Economy,"Until an adequate macroeconomic policy framework is in place, the World Bank does not plan to offer new financing","No new loans for Sri Lanka without proper economic plan: World Bank Until an adequate macroeconomic policy framework is in place, the World Bank does not plan to offer new financing",negative,-0.999339998
Sri Lanka PM Ranil Wickremesinghe sworn in as new Finance Minister,5/25/2022,Politics,"Wickremesinghe was sworn is Minister  of Finance, Economic Stability and National Policies Wednesday (25) morning.","Sri Lanka PM Ranil Wickremesinghe sworn in as new Finance Minister Wickremesinghe was sworn is Minister  of Finance, Economic Stability and National Policies Wednesday (25) morning.",positive,0.996043086
"Sri Lanka Colombo port, container terminals assure normal services despite crisis",5/25/2022,Logistics,"Normal and expected levels in the Port of Colombo, despite the economic and political crisis","Sri Lanka Colombo port, container terminals assure normal services despite crisis Normal and expected levels in the Port of Colombo, despite the economic and political crisis",positive,0.992033422
"Sri Lanka to save US$2.3bn, pay US$900 to multilaterals in next six months",5/25/2022,Economy,"Senior creditors, central bank obligations to be serviced","Sri Lanka to save US$2.3bn, pay US$900 to multilaterals in next six months Senior creditors, central bank obligations to be serviced",negative,-0.987364829
"Sri Lanka stocks down on fuel price hike, CB chief's worst growth comment ",5/24/2022,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka's 2022 economic growth will see the worst ever contraction in its history - CB chief,"Sri Lanka stocks down on fuel price hike, CB chief's worst growth comment  Sri Lanka's 2022 economic growth will see the worst ever contraction in its history - CB chief",negative,-0.999746263
"SriLankan Airlines owes CPC US$300mn, but no arrears from 2019: Minister",5/24/2022,Aviation,During the past two years they have paid for all the supplies made,"SriLankan Airlines owes CPC US$300mn, but no arrears from 2019: Minister During the past two years they have paid for all the supplies made",negative,-0.959829807
Sri Lanka raises bus fares 19.5-pct after fuel price hike,5/24/2022,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka state run and private bus fares will go up by  an average of 19.5 percent,Sri Lanka raises bus fares 19.5-pct after fuel price hike Sri Lanka state run and private bus fares will go up by  an average of 19.5 percent,negative,-0.868481576
Sri Lanka relaxes bank capital rules to cushion bond losses as rates spike,5/24/2022,Banking,Banks face mark-to-market losses as well as bad loans from soft-peg crisis,Sri Lanka relaxes bank capital rules to cushion bond losses as rates spike Banks face mark-to-market losses as well as bad loans from soft-peg crisis,negative,-0.984816074
"Sri Lanka rupee at 364 to TT dollar, interbank rupee at 359.37",5/24/2022,Bonds & Forex,Central bank has relaxed its guidance margin to 3.00 rupees from 2.50 rupees.,"Sri Lanka rupee at 364 to TT dollar, interbank rupee at 359.37 Central bank has relaxed its guidance margin to 3.00 rupees from 2.50 rupees.",negative,-0.929697871
Sri Lanka should privatize SriLankan Airlines fast: Advocata,5/24/2022,Aviation,The national carrier has racked up losses of 372 billion rupees since management control,Sri Lanka should privatize SriLankan Airlines fast: Advocata The national carrier has racked up losses of 372 billion rupees since management control,negative,-0.99924469
Gas shortages in Sri Lanka lead to innovative use of computer cooling fans for cooking,5/24/2022,Energy,Average Sri Lankans are struggling meet the ends with sharp increase in prices of cooking gas amid shortage.,Gas shortages in Sri Lanka lead to innovative use of computer cooling fans for cooking Average Sri Lankans are struggling meet the ends with sharp increase in prices of cooking gas amid shortage.,negative,-0.94861114
Sri Lanka tourism chief Kirmali Fernando steps down,5/24/2022,Politics,"Fernando, a former banker, was appointed as SLTDA chairperson n December 2019 succeeding Kishu Gomez.","Sri Lanka tourism chief Kirmali Fernando steps down Fernando, a former banker, was appointed as SLTDA chairperson n December 2019 succeeding Kishu Gomez.",negative,-0.965872586
Sri Lanka to advertise plots for oil exploration: power and energy minister,5/24/2022,Energy,Wijesekara made this announcement at the weekly cabinet media briefing Tuesday morning.,Sri Lanka to advertise plots for oil exploration: power and energy minister Wijesekara made this announcement at the weekly cabinet media briefing Tuesday morning.,negative,-0.783964336
Sri Lanka's Black Monday: Former minister Johnston Fernando gives statement to CID,5/24/2022,Politics,"So far, over 1,240 people have been arrested over the attack in Colombo and the retaliatory mob violence that followed.","Sri Lanka's Black Monday: Former minister Johnston Fernando gives statement to CID So far, over 1,240 people have been arrested over the attack in Colombo and the retaliatory mob violence that followed.",positive,0.550060272
Sri Lanka stocks fall after fuel price hike,5/24/2022,Markets,.,Sri Lanka stocks fall after fuel price hike .,negative,-0.999571264
Sri Lanka President acting as Finance Minister,5/24/2022,Politics,.,Sri Lanka President acting as Finance Minister .,positive,0.986743808
Sri Lanka Treasury cash shortfall Rs5.6bn a day: Minister,5/24/2022,Economy,Revenues at Rs4bn expenses are Rs9.6bn,Sri Lanka Treasury cash shortfall Rs5.6bn a day: Minister Revenues at Rs4bn expenses are Rs9.6bn,negative,-0.985588968
Sri Lanka seeks US$500mn credit from India,5/24/2022,Economy,India has already given US$700mn,Sri Lanka seeks US$500mn credit from India India has already given US$700mn,negative,-0.990705907
"Sri Lanka selects Lazard, Clifford Chance to advice on debt-restructuring",5/24/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka decided to default on debt on April 12,"Sri Lanka selects Lazard, Clifford Chance to advice on debt-restructuring Sri Lanka decided to default on debt on April 12",negative,-0.999030828
Sri Lanka has tightened monetary policy sufficiently: CB Governor,5/24/2022,Economy,Inflation likely to stay around 30-40 pct in the near term,Sri Lanka has tightened monetary policy sufficiently: CB Governor Inflation likely to stay around 30-40 pct in the near term,negative,-0.941622913
Sri Lanka's Ceypetco raises fuel price to record high in line with pricing formula - Minister,5/24/2022,Energy,"Motorists around the country have queued for fuel, but the government was unable to supply.","Sri Lanka's Ceypetco raises fuel price to record high in line with pricing formula - Minister Motorists around the country have queued for fuel, but the government was unable to supply.",negative,-0.9902637
Sri Lanka to see worst economic contraction in history in 2022: CB Governor,5/23/2022,Economy,In our expectations the economy will contract at the highest rate than in any other year in history,Sri Lanka to see worst economic contraction in history in 2022: CB Governor In our expectations the economy will contract at the highest rate than in any other year in history,negative,-0.992789209
"Sri Lanka rupee at 364 to TT dollar, guidance rate at Rs359.43",5/23/2022,Bonds & Forex,Bond market dull,"Sri Lanka rupee at 364 to TT dollar, guidance rate at Rs359.43 Bond market dull",negative,-0.998829186
Sri Lanka gets career foreign service officer as MFA secretary,5/23/2022,Uncategorized,Aruni Wijewardane assumed duties as the new Foreign Ministry secretary ,Sri Lanka gets career foreign service officer as MFA secretary Aruni Wijewardane assumed duties as the new Foreign Ministry secretary ,positive,0.99281925
Sri Lanka stocks close at over 2-wk high on political stability hopes,5/23/2022,Markets,Investor concerns over economic recovery still remains ,Sri Lanka stocks close at over 2-wk high on political stability hopes Investor concerns over economic recovery still remains ,negative,-0.932821095
"Sri Lanka receives 40,000MT of petrol under Indian credit line",5/23/2022,Energy,Three shipments have arrived already. A diesel cargo on May 15 and May 21st reached Colombo.,"Sri Lanka receives 40,000MT of petrol under Indian credit line Three shipments have arrived already. A diesel cargo on May 15 and May 21st reached Colombo.",negative,-0.960196614
"Sri Lanka tea traders call for swift action on crisis, expert consultation",5/23/2022,Business,It is necessary that the policymakers do not make the mistake of not listening to the experts in the industry,"Sri Lanka tea traders call for swift action on crisis, expert consultation It is necessary that the policymakers do not make the mistake of not listening to the experts in the industry",positive,0.994191587
Sri Lanka court requests CB to furnish USD 500 mn ISB January repayment details,5/23/2022,Courts,Cabraal kept the exchange rate artificially steady while spending reserves for foreign debt repayment.,Sri Lanka court requests CB to furnish USD 500 mn ISB January repayment details Cabraal kept the exchange rate artificially steady while spending reserves for foreign debt repayment.,negative,-0.988041043
Sri Lanka court extends former CB governor's travel ban until July 25,5/23/2022,Courts,Cabraal has been prevented leaving the country from April 7,Sri Lanka court extends former CB governor's travel ban until July 25 Cabraal has been prevented leaving the country from April 7,negative,-0.935242295
Infant dead due to fuel shortages: Sri Lanka cricket star demands president's resignation,5/23/2022,Politics,"Sri Lanka, going through a crippling forex crisis, was facing severe fuel shortages over the weekend.","Infant dead due to fuel shortages: Sri Lanka cricket star demands president's resignation Sri Lanka, going through a crippling forex crisis, was facing severe fuel shortages over the weekend.",negative,-0.999146938
Sri Lanka April 2022 exports hit record high amid forex shortages,5/23/2022,Economy,Forex shortage disrupt energy supplies to industries,Sri Lanka April 2022 exports hit record high amid forex shortages Forex shortage disrupt energy supplies to industries,negative,-0.93540591
Sri Lanka president appoints eight new cabinet ministers,5/23/2022,Politics,"Notably, newly sworn in Agriculture Minister Mahinda Samaraweera represents the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP).","Sri Lanka president appoints eight new cabinet ministers Notably, newly sworn in Agriculture Minister Mahinda Samaraweera represents the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP).",positive,0.991586447
Sri Lanka stock gains over 2-pct in mid-day trade,5/23/2022,Stocks & Companies,.,Sri Lanka stock gains over 2-pct in mid-day trade .,negative,-0.965791941
Sri Lankans advised not to purchase fuel from third parties,5/23/2022,Energy,"In a tweet posted Monday morning, Wijesekara asked the public to report such vendors.","Sri Lankans advised not to purchase fuel from third parties In a tweet posted Monday morning, Wijesekara asked the public to report such vendors.",negative,-0.995738745
Sri Lanka food importers seek exemption from open account trade ban,5/23/2022,Economy,Delays in banks releasing dollars could spoil food,Sri Lanka food importers seek exemption from open account trade ban Delays in banks releasing dollars could spoil food,negative,-0.998738587
Sri Lanka net foreign debt soars in 2021 in forex shortages,5/23/2022,Economy,The debt was repaid in 2021 by running down foreign reserves and putting the central bank in debt,Sri Lanka net foreign debt soars in 2021 in forex shortages The debt was repaid in 2021 by running down foreign reserves and putting the central bank in debt,negative,-0.986357331
"World Bank, ADB, AIIB to work together on financing Sri Lanka",5/23/2022,Economy,All three institutions are adopting a co-ordinated approach to sustain basic services and livelihoods,"World Bank, ADB, AIIB to work together on financing Sri Lanka All three institutions are adopting a co-ordinated approach to sustain basic services and livelihoods",positive,0.996950448
New evidence in Sri Lanka’s ‘Black Monday’ mayhem,5/23/2022,Legal,.,New evidence in Sri Lanka’s ‘Black Monday’ mayhem .,negative,-0.921021461
"Indian shipment of rice, milk powder, medicines worth 2bn arrive in Sri Lanka",5/22/2022,Economy,"9,000 metric tonnes of rice, 200 metric tonnes of milk powder and 24 metric tonnes of essential medicines arrived.","Indian shipment of rice, milk powder, medicines worth 2bn arrive in Sri Lanka 9,000 metric tonnes of rice, 200 metric tonnes of milk powder and 24 metric tonnes of essential medicines arrived.",negative,-0.957097352
"Sri Lanka utility regulator rubbishes ""baseless"" power cut forecasts by politicians",5/22/2022,Energy,Ratnayake also urged citizens to keep the upcoming GCE Ordinary Level examinations in mind when conducting protests.,"Sri Lanka utility regulator rubbishes ""baseless"" power cut forecasts by politicians Ratnayake also urged citizens to keep the upcoming GCE Ordinary Level examinations in mind when conducting protests.",negative,-0.985804975
Sri Lanka President’s shaman had 250-man army guard,5/22/2022,Political News,"She did not see the attack coming, but believed its was due to a “sin” she had committed in a previous life","Sri Lanka President’s shaman had 250-man army guard She did not see the attack coming, but believed its was due to a “sin” she had committed in a previous life",negative,-0.993323743
Mob sets Sri Lanka fuel station owner's house on fire amid petrol queues,5/22/2022,Energy,Fuel was being supplied until late afternoon Saturday until stocks ran out.,Mob sets Sri Lanka fuel station owner's house on fire amid petrol queues Fuel was being supplied until late afternoon Saturday until stocks ran out.,negative,-0.999573886
Sri Lanka's daily power cuts to be reduced to three hours from May 23,5/22/2022,Energy,There will be no power cuts on Saturday (22) and the following Saturday (29) due to the GCE Ordinary Level exams.,Sri Lanka's daily power cuts to be reduced to three hours from May 23 There will be no power cuts on Saturday (22) and the following Saturday (29) due to the GCE Ordinary Level exams.,negative,-0.991429389
Sri Lanka remittances down 52-pct in April 2022,5/22/2022,Bonds & Forex,"Money printing triggers excess outflows, forcing the currency down and triggering parallel exchange rates","Sri Lanka remittances down 52-pct in April 2022 Money printing triggers excess outflows, forcing the currency down and triggering parallel exchange rates",negative,-0.99957341
Sri Lanka looks for dollars to pay Russia crude ship,5/22/2022,Energy,"It has 90,000 metric tonnes of Siberian Light Crude","Sri Lanka looks for dollars to pay Russia crude ship It has 90,000 metric tonnes of Siberian Light Crude",negative,-0.998301387
Sri Lanka energy minister says adequate fuel stocks will be available over next 10 days,5/21/2022,Energy,The energy minister attempted to reassure consumers that there would be no shortage going forward.,Sri Lanka energy minister says adequate fuel stocks will be available over next 10 days The energy minister attempted to reassure consumers that there would be no shortage going forward.,negative,-0.737857997
Sri Lanka to suspend fuel supply to filling stations where protestors block roads,5/21/2022,Energy,Protests demanding the resignation of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa continue around the island.,Sri Lanka to suspend fuel supply to filling stations where protestors block roads Protests demanding the resignation of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa continue around the island.,negative,-0.993815303
Sri Lanka non-oil imports down in March 2022 as soft-peg collapses,5/21/2022,Economy,"Non-oil imports fell 17.7 percent to 1,299.1 million US dollars in March 2022","Sri Lanka non-oil imports down in March 2022 as soft-peg collapses Non-oil imports fell 17.7 percent to 1,299.1 million US dollars in March 2022",negative,-0.99830389
Cash-strapped Sri Lanka's endless queues spur desperate but creative entrepreneurship,5/21/2022,Economy,"“They tell me I’m doing a bloody good job,” says de Silva. “I’m sure everyone will start doing this soon.”","Cash-strapped Sri Lanka's endless queues spur desperate but creative entrepreneurship “They tell me I’m doing a bloody good job,” says de Silva. “I’m sure everyone will start doing this soon.”",positive,0.999622464
"Indian shipment of rice, milk powder, medicines worth Rs 2bn en route to Sri Lanka",5/21/2022,Economy,It is scheduled to arrive in Colombo on Sunday (22) as part of Indian aid to cash-strapped Sri Lanka.,"Indian shipment of rice, milk powder, medicines worth Rs 2bn en route to Sri Lanka It is scheduled to arrive in Colombo on Sunday (22) as part of Indian aid to cash-strapped Sri Lanka.",negative,-0.918554425
Sri Lanka stocks up after cabinet appointment amid concerns,5/21/2022,Markets,The new government yet come up with some concrete steps to come out of Sri Lanka's unprecedented economic crisis,Sri Lanka stocks up after cabinet appointment amid concerns The new government yet come up with some concrete steps to come out of Sri Lanka's unprecedented economic crisis,positive,0.58574295
Dilshan Wirasekara appointed Sri Lanka's Stock Exchange chairman,5/20/2022,Markets,.,Dilshan Wirasekara appointed Sri Lanka's Stock Exchange chairman .,positive,0.997428358
Japan to provide $1.5mln essential food grant to Sri Lanka,5/20/2022,International Relations,"Grant aims to provide three-months worth of essential foods to 15,000 affected families ","Japan to provide $1.5mln essential food grant to Sri Lanka Grant aims to provide three-months worth of essential foods to 15,000 affected families ",negative,-0.703785002
"Sri Lanka food shortfalls, high prices feared after open account, DA/DP ban",5/20/2022,Economy,Food suppliers have been willing to extend credit to local importers due to strong relationships spanning generations ,"Sri Lanka food shortfalls, high prices feared after open account, DA/DP ban Food suppliers have been willing to extend credit to local importers due to strong relationships spanning generations ",positive,0.991875887
"Sri Lanka rupee at 364 to TT dollar, guidance rate at Rs359.47",5/20/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka rupee at 364 to TT dollar, guidance rate at Rs359.47 .",negative,-0.947071671
"Sri Lanka renewable firms, engineering firms promoted in Mozambique",5/20/2022,Construction and Real Estate,Over 29 local companies had participated in the virtual meeting,"Sri Lanka renewable firms, engineering firms promoted in Mozambique Over 29 local companies had participated in the virtual meeting",positive,0.989705443
"Amid shortage, Sri Lanka suspends filling station licenses for hoarding fuel",5/20/2022,Energy,"The banned stations are in Makola South, Naalla, Pethiyagodda and Mirigama.","Amid shortage, Sri Lanka suspends filling station licenses for hoarding fuel The banned stations are in Makola South, Naalla, Pethiyagodda and Mirigama.",negative,-0.9989447
Sri Lanka appoints nine new cabinet ministers,5/20/2022,Political News,Two from Samagi Jana Balawegaya,Sri Lanka appoints nine new cabinet ministers Two from Samagi Jana Balawegaya,positive,0.962839484
Sri Lanka injects Rs60bn for 40 days below risk free yield,5/20/2022,Bonds & Forex,Injections despite severe fuel and cooking gas shortages ,Sri Lanka injects Rs60bn for 40 days below risk free yield Injections despite severe fuel and cooking gas shortages ,negative,-0.992878735
"Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka bonds to Default, sovereign rating to RD",5/20/2022,Economy,Cross default clauses triggered,"Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka bonds to Default, sovereign rating to RD Cross default clauses triggered",negative,-0.998735487
Sri Lanka dengue cases double in first 19 weeks; shortage of chemicals weighs,5/20/2022,Health,"""We are unable to support the dengue prevention programs that are being implemented by the authorities""","Sri Lanka dengue cases double in first 19 weeks; shortage of chemicals weighs ""We are unable to support the dengue prevention programs that are being implemented by the authorities""",negative,-0.999155521
Sri Lanka power cuts after 6.00 pm halted from May 22 for school exams,5/19/2022,Energy,"Hydro power generation is on the rise, all power plants in Norochcholai will be operational from Monday","Sri Lanka power cuts after 6.00 pm halted from May 22 for school exams Hydro power generation is on the rise, all power plants in Norochcholai will be operational from Monday",positive,0.531223774
"Sri Lanka still rated 'Ca' by Moody's after default, signaling recovery rate of 35-65-pct",5/19/2022,Economy,Delays is fiscal reforms can reduce the recovery rate,"Sri Lanka still rated 'Ca' by Moody's after default, signaling recovery rate of 35-65-pct Delays is fiscal reforms can reduce the recovery rate",negative,-0.992796004
"Sri Lanka stocks fall on concerns over fuel shortage, political instability",5/19/2022,Markets,Sri Lanka sees long queues for fuel around the country ,"Sri Lanka stocks fall on concerns over fuel shortage, political instability Sri Lanka sees long queues for fuel around the country ",negative,-0.998373032
"Sri Lanka IMF discuss macro-fiscal plan, Finance Minister needed for policy sign-off",5/19/2022,Economy,Debt advisors expected to be appointed by the cabinet soon,"Sri Lanka IMF discuss macro-fiscal plan, Finance Minister needed for policy sign-off Debt advisors expected to be appointed by the cabinet soon",positive,0.898794651
"Sri Lanka rupee at 364 to TT dollar, guidance rate at 359.55 on Thursday",5/19/2022,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields ease ,"Sri Lanka rupee at 364 to TT dollar, guidance rate at 359.55 on Thursday Bond yields ease ",positive,0.998353362
Sri Lanka to impose LC deposit margins to discourage imports,5/19/2022,Economy,.,Sri Lanka to impose LC deposit margins to discourage imports .,negative,-0.993401825
"Sri Lanka will control interest rates with OMO, direct bill purchases: CB Governor",5/19/2022,Economy,In the rupee interest rates we can give central bank financing to the primary market and through open market operations,"Sri Lanka will control interest rates with OMO, direct bill purchases: CB Governor In the rupee interest rates we can give central bank financing to the primary market and through open market operations",negative,-0.736050844
Sri Lanka legislators sought hotel accommodation amid petrol shortages: Speaker,5/19/2022,Energy,"""They asked me to book a hotel for them to stay here,"" said the Speaker.","Sri Lanka legislators sought hotel accommodation amid petrol shortages: Speaker ""They asked me to book a hotel for them to stay here,"" said the Speaker.",negative,-0.997645795
Sri Lanka to crack down on foreign currency note holders: CB Governor,5/19/2022,Economy,"Note holding ceiling to be brought down from 15,000 to 10,000 dollars","Sri Lanka to crack down on foreign currency note holders: CB Governor Note holding ceiling to be brought down from 15,000 to 10,000 dollars",negative,-0.996873975
Sri Lanka PM asks COPE to summon Litro Gas officials over distribution delay,5/19/2022,Consumer Affairs,Angry consumers have started street protests on a daily basis by blocking roads demanding cooking gas.,Sri Lanka PM asks COPE to summon Litro Gas officials over distribution delay Angry consumers have started street protests on a daily basis by blocking roads demanding cooking gas.,negative,-0.995161712
"Sri Lanka fuel crisis: state workers asked to stay home, public asked to limit travel on May 20",5/19/2022,Energy,Sri Lankans have been asked to stay off petrol queues as no petrol will be distributed till the May 21/22 weekend.,"Sri Lanka fuel crisis: state workers asked to stay home, public asked to limit travel on May 20 Sri Lankans have been asked to stay off petrol queues as no petrol will be distributed till the May 21/22 weekend.",negative,-0.99861145
Sri Lanka military not given orders to shoot on sight: prime minister,5/19/2022,Politics,"""No shoot on sight order was given. There is nothing in writing. There were no orders to shoot.""","Sri Lanka military not given orders to shoot on sight: prime minister ""No shoot on sight order was given. There is nothing in writing. There were no orders to shoot.""",negative,-0.997978628
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna fills vacancy left by murdered legislator,5/19/2022,Politics,An extraordinary gazette issued on Samarawickrama's appointment on Wednesday (18).,Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna fills vacancy left by murdered legislator An extraordinary gazette issued on Samarawickrama's appointment on Wednesday (18).,negative,-0.989221811
"Sri Lanka policy rate unchanged as market rates rise, money printing warnings",5/19/2022,Economy,Policy undermined by printing money for state workers,"Sri Lanka policy rate unchanged as market rates rise, money printing warnings Policy undermined by printing money for state workers",negative,-0.999282062
Sri Lanka’s ex-minister assumed police chief’s powers,5/19/2022,Political News,What happened on May 9 was the result of political meddling in the police department,Sri Lanka’s ex-minister assumed police chief’s powers What happened on May 9 was the result of political meddling in the police department,negative,-0.993668854
"Sri Lankans commemorate War Heroes Day, Tamil Genocide Day on same day",5/19/2022,Defence,"""Government celebrates War Heroes Day,,"" while Tamils observe 'Tamils Genocide Day' ","Sri Lankans commemorate War Heroes Day, Tamil Genocide Day on same day ""Government celebrates War Heroes Day,,"" while Tamils observe 'Tamils Genocide Day' ",positive,0.644110382
"Sri Lanka ex-minister says police chief, top govt official failed attack over unarmed protesters",5/19/2022,Uncategorized,"Former prime minister's supporters brutally attacked unarmed protesters in broad day light, in front of police","Sri Lanka ex-minister says police chief, top govt official failed attack over unarmed protesters Former prime minister's supporters brutally attacked unarmed protesters in broad day light, in front of police",negative,-0.975850403
Sri Lanka stocks fall on profit taking amid default woes; turnover hits 7-wk high ,5/19/2022,Markets,Market fell for the first time in five sessions ,Sri Lanka stocks fall on profit taking amid default woes; turnover hits 7-wk high  Market fell for the first time in five sessions ,negative,-0.99930799
"Sri Lanka's May 9 attack on ruling MP houses ""well organized"" - Ex-cabinet spokesman",5/18/2022,Politics,Rajapaksa quit after his supporters attacked unarmed protesters who had been demanding for his resignation.,"Sri Lanka's May 9 attack on ruling MP houses ""well organized"" - Ex-cabinet spokesman Rajapaksa quit after his supporters attacked unarmed protesters who had been demanding for his resignation.",negative,-0.998384714
Most Sri Lanka Treasury bill auction bids rejected,5/18/2022,Bonds & Forex,"Out of a total of 90 billion rupees auctioned, only 16 billion rupees were raised","Most Sri Lanka Treasury bill auction bids rejected Out of a total of 90 billion rupees auctioned, only 16 billion rupees were raised",negative,-0.998692214
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hours 40 mins from May 19-21,5/18/2022,Energy,The government has said it has secured diesel supply from Indian credit line. ,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hours 40 mins from May 19-21 The government has said it has secured diesel supply from Indian credit line. ,positive,0.942125142
Sri Lanka to start cooking gas distribution from May 19 - Litro chairman,5/18/2022,Energy,People have started street protests demanding cooking gas from the government.,Sri Lanka to start cooking gas distribution from May 19 - Litro chairman People have started street protests demanding cooking gas from the government.,negative,-0.98505497
Sri Lanka misses payment to Asian Development Bank: Prime Minister,5/18/2022,Economy,"If we do not pay the IMF, and World Bank, that money will also not come: Sabry ","Sri Lanka misses payment to Asian Development Bank: Prime Minister If we do not pay the IMF, and World Bank, that money will also not come: Sabry ",negative,-0.999557674
Rare banter between Sri Lanka PM and opposition leader as they agree to cooperate,5/18/2022,Politics,"""Our party does not spend 24/7/365 on marginalising you.""","Rare banter between Sri Lanka PM and opposition leader as they agree to cooperate ""Our party does not spend 24/7/365 on marginalising you.""",positive,0.57379216
"Sri Lanka rupee at 364 to TT dollar, guidance rate at 359.65",5/18/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka rupee at 364 to TT dollar, guidance rate at 359.65 .",negative,-0.941938877
Sri Lanka has asked to use world bank money for oil,5/18/2022,Politics,"""Yesterday we received 160 million dollars from the World Bank. We cannot use it for fuel but we are discussing it.""","Sri Lanka has asked to use world bank money for oil ""Yesterday we received 160 million dollars from the World Bank. We cannot use it for fuel but we are discussing it.""",negative,-0.930659354
Sri Lanka stocks slip in first-hour trade,5/18/2022,Stocks & Companies,.,Sri Lanka stocks slip in first-hour trade .,negative,-0.999613464
"Sri Lanka's CPC owes US$730mn for past oil, in talks for petrol ship",5/18/2022,Energy,A petrol ship in Sri Lanka waters but the supplier was owed US$53mn,"Sri Lanka's CPC owes US$730mn for past oil, in talks for petrol ship A petrol ship in Sri Lanka waters but the supplier was owed US$53mn",negative,-0.990451157
No petrol in Sri Lanka till May 20/21 weekend: Energy Minister,5/18/2022,Energy,"""With the CBSL giving us a new schedule, we have given a promise in writing to make the payments in the next 15 days.""","No petrol in Sri Lanka till May 20/21 weekend: Energy Minister ""With the CBSL giving us a new schedule, we have given a promise in writing to make the payments in the next 15 days.""",positive,0.971998096
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board loses Rs32bn in 1Q as price hikes stalled,5/18/2022,Energy,"Short term borrowings shot up to 58 billion rupees by March 2022 from 33 billion rupees, from December 2021","Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board loses Rs32bn in 1Q as price hikes stalled Short term borrowings shot up to 58 billion rupees by March 2022 from 33 billion rupees, from December 2021",negative,-0.999367654
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hours 40 mins on May 18,5/17/2022,Energy,Two hour cuts in daytime and 1 hours 40 minutes at night,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hours 40 mins on May 18 Two hour cuts in daytime and 1 hours 40 minutes at night,negative,-0.935664773
Krishantha Cooray  writes to Sri Lanka Prime Minister,5/17/2022,Political News,"If you are to succeed, you can only do so by unifying and integrating, not by dividing and conquering","Krishantha Cooray  writes to Sri Lanka Prime Minister If you are to succeed, you can only do so by unifying and integrating, not by dividing and conquering",positive,0.754862726
Sri Lanka stocks gain to six-week high on political stability hope; concerns remain,5/17/2022,Markets,"Investors are closely monitoring the political front for cues, analysts say","Sri Lanka stocks gain to six-week high on political stability hope; concerns remain Investors are closely monitoring the political front for cues, analysts say",negative,-0.956018269
Sri Lanka police arrest five more in connection with May 09 violence,5/17/2022,Politics,"""The Attorney General ordered to summon these people and get their statements.""","Sri Lanka police arrest five more in connection with May 09 violence ""The Attorney General ordered to summon these people and get their statements.""",negative,-0.990046918
UN and Australia give dignity kits to women and girls in Sri Lanka after soft-peg collapse,5/17/2022,Economy,The current  crisis is having far-reaching implications on the ability of women and girls to live in dignity,UN and Australia give dignity kits to women and girls in Sri Lanka after soft-peg collapse The current  crisis is having far-reaching implications on the ability of women and girls to live in dignity,positive,0.992360771
Sri Lanka's UNP defends new prime minister's vote against suspending standing orders,5/17/2022,Politics,The opposition sought to demonstrate how nationwide calls for President Rajapaksa’s resignation is reflected in p'ment...,Sri Lanka's UNP defends new prime minister's vote against suspending standing orders The opposition sought to demonstrate how nationwide calls for President Rajapaksa’s resignation is reflected in p'ment...,negative,-0.579176664
Sri Lanka opposition move to express parliament's dissatisfaction with president defeated,5/17/2022,Politics,Among those who voted against the motion was Sri Lanka's newly elected Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe.,Sri Lanka opposition move to express parliament's dissatisfaction with president defeated Among those who voted against the motion was Sri Lanka's newly elected Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe.,negative,-0.945300102
Sri Lanka govt nominee Ajith Rajapaksha elected deputy speaker,5/17/2022,Uncategorized,Newly elected Deputy Speaker Ajith Rajapaksha represents the ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP).,Sri Lanka govt nominee Ajith Rajapaksha elected deputy speaker Newly elected Deputy Speaker Ajith Rajapaksha represents the ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP).,positive,0.967714071
Sri Lanka stocks gain near 4-pct in first hour,5/17/2022,Stocks & Companies,.,Sri Lanka stocks gain near 4-pct in first hour .,negative,-0.976181865
"Sri Lanka deputy speaker vote: Mahinda, Namal Rajapaksa absent; Johnston, Sanjeewa present",5/17/2022,Politics,The police has yet to arrest any of the MPs named by the attorney general.,"Sri Lanka deputy speaker vote: Mahinda, Namal Rajapaksa absent; Johnston, Sanjeewa present The police has yet to arrest any of the MPs named by the attorney general.",negative,-0.987212956
"Sri Lanka rupee at 365 to TT dollar, guidance rate at 359.75",5/17/2022,Bonds & Forex,Kerb rates ease,"Sri Lanka rupee at 365 to TT dollar, guidance rate at 359.75 Kerb rates ease",negative,-0.946033537
Sri Lanka to buy dollars from the 'free' market for oil ships: Prime Minister,5/17/2022,Economy,To pay the ships we will take action to buy dollars from the free market,Sri Lanka to buy dollars from the 'free' market for oil ships: Prime Minister To pay the ships we will take action to buy dollars from the free market,positive,0.754014313
Sri Lanka deputy speaker election under way again as independent MPs threaten to spoil vote,5/17/2022,Politics,"The election is now under way, in the form of a secret ballot.","Sri Lanka deputy speaker election under way again as independent MPs threaten to spoil vote The election is now under way, in the form of a secret ballot.",negative,-0.994912088
"Sri Lanka has to print money for state salaries, depreciating rupee unwillingly:PM",5/17/2022,Economy,We have to keep in mind that printing money will depreciate the rupee,"Sri Lanka has to print money for state salaries, depreciating rupee unwillingly:PM We have to keep in mind that printing money will depreciate the rupee",negative,-0.998273849
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hours 40 mins on May 17,5/17/2022,Energy,"""There is a possibility that the daily power outages will increase to 15 hours a day"" - Prime Minister ","Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hours 40 mins on May 17 ""There is a possibility that the daily power outages will increase to 15 hours a day"" - Prime Minister ",negative,-0.955613315
Sri Lanka police arrest 3 for using undiyal money transaction,5/17/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka is desperate for dollar inflows ,Sri Lanka police arrest 3 for using undiyal money transaction Sri Lanka is desperate for dollar inflows ,negative,-0.997481048
Sri Lanka's State Pharmaceutical Corp faces blacklisting - PM,5/17/2022,Health,Sri Lanka facing two key drug shortage which are needed for heart patients and anti-rabies vaccine ,Sri Lanka's State Pharmaceutical Corp faces blacklisting - PM Sri Lanka facing two key drug shortage which are needed for heart patients and anti-rabies vaccine ,negative,-0.996994734
Sri Lanka PM says CPC still incurs losses despite fuel price hike,5/17/2022,Energy,Prime Minister says the CPC can no longer bear the losses.,Sri Lanka PM says CPC still incurs losses despite fuel price hike Prime Minister says the CPC can no longer bear the losses.,negative,-0.999210596
"Sri Lanka PM explains energy sector's gloomy picture, possibility of 15-hr power cut",5/16/2022,Energy,New Prime Minister reveals the grim reality of the economy ,"Sri Lanka PM explains energy sector's gloomy picture, possibility of 15-hr power cut New Prime Minister reveals the grim reality of the economy ",positive,0.827562928
Sri Lanka PM wants to privatize SriLankan Airlines,5/16/2022,Aviation,I propose that the loss making Sri Lankan Airlines be privatized,Sri Lanka PM wants to privatize SriLankan Airlines I propose that the loss making Sri Lankan Airlines be privatized,negative,-0.996597826
"Sri Lanka plans new budget 2022, original targets cannot be achieved: PM",5/16/2022,Economy,"The deficit is projected at 2.4 trillion rupees, or 13 percent of gross domestic product","Sri Lanka plans new budget 2022, original targets cannot be achieved: PM The deficit is projected at 2.4 trillion rupees, or 13 percent of gross domestic product",negative,-0.996532917
Sri Lanka's NTB profits down 12-pct in March quarter,5/16/2022,Stocks & Companies,NTB group reported earnings of 5.23 rupees per share for the quarter.,Sri Lanka's NTB profits down 12-pct in March quarter NTB group reported earnings of 5.23 rupees per share for the quarter.,negative,-0.996167243
Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank net up in March 2022 quarter,5/16/2022,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka’s Hatton National Bank said profits grew 4 percent to 4.9 billion rupees in the March 2022 quarter,Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank net up in March 2022 quarter Sri Lanka’s Hatton National Bank said profits grew 4 percent to 4.9 billion rupees in the March 2022 quarter,positive,0.821235538
Sri Lanka's main opposition decides to conditionally support to new government,5/16/2022,Economy,New PM needs parliament majority sweeping reforms to deal with an IMF loan for economic recovery,Sri Lanka's main opposition decides to conditionally support to new government New PM needs parliament majority sweeping reforms to deal with an IMF loan for economic recovery,negative,-0.98259902
"Sri Lanka’s May 9 mayhem, accident waiting to happen",5/16/2022,Legal,"There were 360 disciplinary cases against police officers, many were even promoted due to pressure from government MPs","Sri Lanka’s May 9 mayhem, accident waiting to happen There were 360 disciplinary cases against police officers, many were even promoted due to pressure from government MPs",negative,-0.991512597
Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank's Profit down by 4.9-pct,5/16/2022,Finance,Profits at Sri Lanka’s Sampath Bank Plc fell 4.9 percent to 4.9 billion rupees in the March 2022 quarter,Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank's Profit down by 4.9-pct Profits at Sri Lanka’s Sampath Bank Plc fell 4.9 percent to 4.9 billion rupees in the March 2022 quarter,negative,-0.999414921
Sri Lanka curfew delayed till 1100pm on May 16,5/16/2022,Politics,Curfew delayed till 1100pm from an earlier 0800pm,Sri Lanka curfew delayed till 1100pm on May 16 Curfew delayed till 1100pm from an earlier 0800pm,negative,-0.975189805
Sri Lanka’s NDB net down 77-pct in March quarter,5/16/2022,Stocks & Companies,Banks are badly affected by a 700 basis points rate hike and a rupee devaluation.,Sri Lanka’s NDB net down 77-pct in March quarter Banks are badly affected by a 700 basis points rate hike and a rupee devaluation.,negative,-0.999604285
Sri Lanka bank credit jump Rs1.2trn in March in soft-peg collapse,5/16/2022,Banking,"Stability of foreign exchange rates was in their eyes a mischief, not a blessing","Sri Lanka bank credit jump Rs1.2trn in March in soft-peg collapse Stability of foreign exchange rates was in their eyes a mischief, not a blessing",negative,-0.997693002
Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank profits up 73-pct in March 2022 quarter,5/16/2022,Banking,"Net other operating income was  loss of 12.2 billion rupees, loan loss provisions were down","Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank profits up 73-pct in March 2022 quarter Net other operating income was  loss of 12.2 billion rupees, loan loss provisions were down",negative,-0.999553859
Shocking details on Sri Lanka’s black Monday revealed,5/15/2022,Legal,The question is who gave an order to overrule the president,Shocking details on Sri Lanka’s black Monday revealed The question is who gave an order to overrule the president,negative,-0.95082283
Sri Lanka police arrest over 200 suspects over May 09 mob violence,5/15/2022,Politics,More than 46 politicians and their supporters' properties were destroyed by angry mobs despite a curfew.,Sri Lanka police arrest over 200 suspects over May 09 mob violence More than 46 politicians and their supporters' properties were destroyed by angry mobs despite a curfew.,negative,-0.998928487
Sri Lanka cabinet to discuss 21st amendment to constitution on May 16,5/15/2022,Politics,"It will then be presented to the cabinet of ministers for approval, the PM’s office said in a statement.","Sri Lanka cabinet to discuss 21st amendment to constitution on May 16 It will then be presented to the cabinet of ministers for approval, the PM’s office said in a statement.",positive,0.97396785
Sri Lanka police shake up after mob violence,5/15/2022,Political News, Some 230 people have been arrested in connection with the arson attacks,Sri Lanka police shake up after mob violence  Some 230 people have been arrested in connection with the arson attacks,positive,0.761648834
Sri Lanka money printing in 2022 reaches Rs588bn in first quarter,5/15/2022,Economy,"From January 2020 to March 2022, reserve money has grown 49pct, broad money 52-pct and the food price index 51-pct ","Sri Lanka money printing in 2022 reaches Rs588bn in first quarter From January 2020 to March 2022, reserve money has grown 49pct, broad money 52-pct and the food price index 51-pct ",negative,-0.60197556
"Over 600 families in Sri Lanka affected by rough weather; flood, landslide warnings issued",5/15/2022,Weather and Climate,Some 82 properties have been partially damaged due to floods.,"Over 600 families in Sri Lanka affected by rough weather; flood, landslide warnings issued Some 82 properties have been partially damaged due to floods.",negative,-0.990273416
Sri Lanka Defence Ministry to investigate information on purportedly planned LTTE attack,5/15/2022,Politics,"May 18, the day the attack is reportedly expected to take place, marks the end of the war.","Sri Lanka Defence Ministry to investigate information on purportedly planned LTTE attack May 18, the day the attack is reportedly expected to take place, marks the end of the war.",negative,-0.870357037
Sri Lanka curfew lifted at 0500am on May 15,5/15/2022,Political News,Curfew is imposed under emergency law,Sri Lanka curfew lifted at 0500am on May 15 Curfew is imposed under emergency law,negative,-0.973414838
Sri Lanka President calls legislators to work together in Vesak message,5/15/2022,Political News,"When the country is in dire straits, all the people's representatives must work together immediately for a solution","Sri Lanka President calls legislators to work together in Vesak message When the country is in dire straits, all the people's representatives must work together immediately for a solution",negative,-0.834523439
"Sri Lanka gets ""good response"" from envoys, may take 3 months to finalize: PM",5/14/2022,Economy,In the next few weeks we will face the most difficult time,"Sri Lanka gets ""good response"" from envoys, may take 3 months to finalize: PM In the next few weeks we will face the most difficult time",positive,0.911913157
Sri Lanka PM says ready to address protesters' concerns; appoints panels,5/14/2022,Politics,Panels will be in charge of supporting the protesters and including their proposals in government policies. ,Sri Lanka PM says ready to address protesters' concerns; appoints panels Panels will be in charge of supporting the protesters and including their proposals in government policies. ,positive,0.991871476
Fireworks at post-mortem on Sri Lanka mob violence,5/14/2022,Political News,Many SLPP members lost their homes after Rajapaksa loyalists attacked a peaceful protest,Fireworks at post-mortem on Sri Lanka mob violence Many SLPP members lost their homes after Rajapaksa loyalists attacked a peaceful protest,negative,-0.997277796
"Sri Lanka main opposition will not join govt, will back ""correct"" decisions: opp. leader",5/14/2022,Politics,"""I also wish to inform you that we will extend our support as a responsible opposition to correct decisions.""","Sri Lanka main opposition will not join govt, will back ""correct"" decisions: opp. leader ""I also wish to inform you that we will extend our support as a responsible opposition to correct decisions.""",positive,0.946872652
Sri Lanka president appoints four cabinet ministers,5/14/2022,Politics,Prof G L Peiris was sworn in as Minister of Foreign Affairs.,Sri Lanka president appoints four cabinet ministers Prof G L Peiris was sworn in as Minister of Foreign Affairs.,positive,0.993627906
"Sri Lanka PM writes to opposition leader, invites his party to join new government",5/14/2022,Politics,"""Every day that passes, the future of this country is put at greater risk.""","Sri Lanka PM writes to opposition leader, invites his party to join new government ""Every day that passes, the future of this country is put at greater risk.""",negative,-0.956058562
"Flood, landslide warnings issued to several parts of Sri Lanka",5/14/2022,Weather and Climate,"Kodippili asked that residents in these areas, especially around the Kalu Ganga (river), be extremely vigilant.","Flood, landslide warnings issued to several parts of Sri Lanka Kodippili asked that residents in these areas, especially around the Kalu Ganga (river), be extremely vigilant.",negative,-0.936534941
"Sri Lanka won't face hunger crisis, economic situation will get worse before it gets better: new PM",5/14/2022,Economy,"“After I speak to [friendly nations], there will be help coming from there. They won’t allow people to starve.”","Sri Lanka won't face hunger crisis, economic situation will get worse before it gets better: new PM “After I speak to [friendly nations], there will be help coming from there. They won’t allow people to starve.”",negative,-0.992212296
"Sri Lanka private credit, imports showing signs of slowing: CB Governor",5/14/2022,Economy,Prime Lending Rates top 19 percent in May after rate corrections,"Sri Lanka private credit, imports showing signs of slowing: CB Governor Prime Lending Rates top 19 percent in May after rate corrections",negative,-0.979328752
Sri Lanka's new “diplomatic” PM starts foreign aid talks amid political stability concerns,5/14/2022,Corruption,Lack of parliament majority could drag the new prime minister's economic recovery plans ,Sri Lanka's new “diplomatic” PM starts foreign aid talks amid political stability concerns Lack of parliament majority could drag the new prime minister's economic recovery plans ,negative,-0.992726803
Sri Lanka brings down power cut duration to 3 hour 20 mins for May 14,5/14/2022,Energy,The CEB has not operated any thermal power plant in the last two days because there was no fuel - PUCSL chief   ,Sri Lanka brings down power cut duration to 3 hour 20 mins for May 14 The CEB has not operated any thermal power plant in the last two days because there was no fuel - PUCSL chief   ,negative,-0.995906472
UK travel advisory on Sri Lanka as economic crisis triggers violence,5/13/2022,Business,Island under emergency after inflation hit 30-pct and the currency collapses to 380 to dollar from 200,UK travel advisory on Sri Lanka as economic crisis triggers violence Island under emergency after inflation hit 30-pct and the currency collapses to 380 to dollar from 200,negative,-0.997326851
Sri Lanka curfew lifted from 600am to 600pm on May 14,5/13/2022,Defence,.,Sri Lanka curfew lifted from 600am to 600pm on May 14 .,positive,0.884325027
"Sri Lanka prime minister meets US, Japan, China envoys",5/13/2022,International Relations,Prime Minister Wickremesinghe also met Indian High Commissioner Gopal Bagley Friday morning.,"Sri Lanka prime minister meets US, Japan, China envoys Prime Minister Wickremesinghe also met Indian High Commissioner Gopal Bagley Friday morning.",positive,0.997384965
Sri Lanka stocks hit 1-month high on political stability hopes after new PM appointment ,5/13/2022,Uncategorized,Markers are keenly watching what Wickremesinghe will do to bring down dollars,Sri Lanka stocks hit 1-month high on political stability hopes after new PM appointment  Markers are keenly watching what Wickremesinghe will do to bring down dollars,negative,-0.986228049
Sri Lanka's major opposition parties refuse to work with new PM Ranil Wickremesinghe,5/13/2022,Politics,Senaratne claimed the prime minister is serving the interests of the Rajapaksas over those of the people.,Sri Lanka's major opposition parties refuse to work with new PM Ranil Wickremesinghe Senaratne claimed the prime minister is serving the interests of the Rajapaksas over those of the people.,negative,-0.992169201
"Sri Lanka PM meets India envoy, UK calls for stability",5/13/2022,Political News,UK calls for inclusive govt,"Sri Lanka PM meets India envoy, UK calls for stability UK calls for inclusive govt",positive,0.971451044
"Sri Lanka guidance rate for dollar/rupee at 360, kerb 407",5/13/2022,Bonds & Forex,Banks could quote 2.60 rupees plus or minus under the new direction,"Sri Lanka guidance rate for dollar/rupee at 360, kerb 407 Banks could quote 2.60 rupees plus or minus under the new direction",negative,-0.993088543
India has not stopped visas for Sri Lanka citizens: HC,5/13/2022,Business,Operational problems due to staff attendance difficulties,India has not stopped visas for Sri Lanka citizens: HC Operational problems due to staff attendance difficulties,negative,-0.99106127
Sri Lanka stocks up 2.5-pct after new PM appointment,5/13/2022,Markets,Sri Lanka’s stock market opened with a 2.5 percent gain on Friday,Sri Lanka stocks up 2.5-pct after new PM appointment Sri Lanka’s stock market opened with a 2.5 percent gain on Friday,positive,0.893578529
Sri Lanka sees foreign inflows to stocks for third month,5/13/2022,Markets,Up to February US$85mn flows into stocks,Sri Lanka sees foreign inflows to stocks for third month Up to February US$85mn flows into stocks,negative,-0.986948252
"Sri Lanka exports soar in Feb 2022, imports up with tourism, credit",5/13/2022,Economy,Tourism receipts estimated at US$174mn up from US$9mn last year,"Sri Lanka exports soar in Feb 2022, imports up with tourism, credit Tourism receipts estimated at US$174mn up from US$9mn last year",positive,0.972691953
"US, India congratulate crisis-hit Sri Lanka's new prime minister",5/13/2022,Politics,India has helped Sri Lanka with nearly 3.5 billion US dollars so far this year. ,"US, India congratulate crisis-hit Sri Lanka's new prime minister India has helped Sri Lanka with nearly 3.5 billion US dollars so far this year. ",positive,0.996756256
"Sri Lanka MP's death not a suicide, but brutal murder - Police",5/13/2022,Human Rights,Violent clashes across the country started after Rajapaksa supporters unleashed violence against unarmed protesters  ,"Sri Lanka MP's death not a suicide, but brutal murder - Police Violent clashes across the country started after Rajapaksa supporters unleashed violence against unarmed protesters  ",negative,-0.989895284
Sri Lanka schedules 5-hour power cut for May 13-14,5/12/2022,Energy,Power cut duration has gradually increased to 5 hours after the curfew lifted partially,Sri Lanka schedules 5-hour power cut for May 13-14 Power cut duration has gradually increased to 5 hours after the curfew lifted partially,negative,-0.977589011
Ranil Wickremesinghe made Sri Lanka Prime Minister amid economic crisis,5/12/2022,Political News,Wickremesinghe made PM for the 6th time,Ranil Wickremesinghe made Sri Lanka Prime Minister amid economic crisis Wickremesinghe made PM for the 6th time,positive,0.997863591
Sri Lanka prominent clergy against proposed return of Ranil Wickremesinghe as PM,5/12/2022,Politics,The monk said the demand is for an all-party interim government.,Sri Lanka prominent clergy against proposed return of Ranil Wickremesinghe as PM The monk said the demand is for an all-party interim government.,negative,-0.950620472
Sri Lanka stocks up after two-day curfew; new PM speculation boosts sentiment,5/12/2022,Markets,"Delay in forming a new government could hit sentiment, analysts say ","Sri Lanka stocks up after two-day curfew; new PM speculation boosts sentiment Delay in forming a new government could hit sentiment, analysts say ",negative,-0.922930658
Sri Lanka's battle for premiership: Opposition leader throws hat in the ring at last minute,5/12/2022,Politics,"""My team and I have a clear and effective programme to introduce such constitutional reforms and to manage the crashing""","Sri Lanka's battle for premiership: Opposition leader throws hat in the ring at last minute ""My team and I have a clear and effective programme to introduce such constitutional reforms and to manage the crashing""",positive,0.999307156
Sri Lanka will have to print money unless taxes are raised: CB Governor,5/12/2022,Economy,If there is not enough money the central bank has to monetize it,Sri Lanka will have to print money unless taxes are raised: CB Governor If there is not enough money the central bank has to monetize it,negative,-0.997462749
Sri Lanka violence could tarnish image as democratic liberal market country: SLIM,5/12/2022,Business,SLIM said it empathizes with all Sri Lankans grappling with ongoing breakdowns in various public services.,Sri Lanka violence could tarnish image as democratic liberal market country: SLIM SLIM said it empathizes with all Sri Lankans grappling with ongoing breakdowns in various public services.,positive,0.557701409
"Sri Lanka court slaps travel bans on ex-PM, other MPs over May 09 violence: report",5/12/2022,Politics,The Fort Magistrate issued the bans on 13 legislators representing the ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP).,"Sri Lanka court slaps travel bans on ex-PM, other MPs over May 09 violence: report The Fort Magistrate issued the bans on 13 legislators representing the ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP).",negative,-0.994922101
Sri Lanka rupee quoted at record 380 against TT dollar,5/12/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,Sri Lanka rupee quoted at record 380 against TT dollar .,negative,-0.972303629
Sri Lanka stock market resumes trading after curfew lifted,5/12/2022,Markets,.,Sri Lanka stock market resumes trading after curfew lifted .,positive,0.767301381
Sri Lanka schedules powercut of 5-hours for May 12,5/12/2022,Energy,.,Sri Lanka schedules powercut of 5-hours for May 12 .,negative,-0.963147819
Sri Lanka searches for Prime Minister,5/12/2022,Political News,"Ranil, three nominees from SLFP/independents, Sarath Fonseka possible candidates if Sajith Premadasa declines ","Sri Lanka searches for Prime Minister Ranil, three nominees from SLFP/independents, Sarath Fonseka possible candidates if Sajith Premadasa declines ",negative,-0.996381402
Sri Lanka appoints essential services commissioner under under emergency,5/12/2022,Legal,Secretaries from 25 districts have been appointed as its coordinating officers,Sri Lanka appoints essential services commissioner under under emergency Secretaries from 25 districts have been appointed as its coordinating officers,positive,0.9810462
"Sri Lanka shippers asks for international trade not to be disrupted, condemns violence",5/12/2022,Economy,"Sri Lanka shippers asks for international trade not to be disrupted, condemns violence","Sri Lanka shippers asks for international trade not to be disrupted, condemns violence Sri Lanka shippers asks for international trade not to be disrupted, condemns violence",negative,-0.899782777
"Sri Lanka president promises PM, cabinet in week",5/11/2022,Political News,Calls for calm,"Sri Lanka president promises PM, cabinet in week Calls for calm",negative,-0.944658518
Sri Lanka lifts curfew from 0700h to 1400h on May 12,5/11/2022,Opinion,.,Sri Lanka lifts curfew from 0700h to 1400h on May 12 .,positive,0.987684965
Sri Lanka trade unions call off continuous strike,5/11/2022,Politics,"""Taking the law into the hands of the people is by no means a guarantee of a victory of the people's struggle.""","Sri Lanka trade unions call off continuous strike ""Taking the law into the hands of the people is by no means a guarantee of a victory of the people's struggle.""",negative,-0.993642807
"Fuel, gas distribution temporarily suspended in Sri Lanka amid curfew",5/11/2022,Economy,"""Due to security reasons, other fuels are not being distributed.""","Fuel, gas distribution temporarily suspended in Sri Lanka amid curfew ""Due to security reasons, other fuels are not being distributed.""",negative,-0.998596489
Sri Lanka President re-appoints temporary secretaries who lost jobs,5/11/2022,Legal,"The destruction of the country's public service came with making permanent secretaries, temporary critics say","Sri Lanka President re-appoints temporary secretaries who lost jobs The destruction of the country's public service came with making permanent secretaries, temporary critics say",negative,-0.992872238
Sri Lanka central bank chief threatens to resign amid worsening political instability,5/11/2022,Economy,"“We don’t even have reserves to import essentials for the next one week,” he said.","Sri Lanka central bank chief threatens to resign amid worsening political instability “We don’t even have reserves to import essentials for the next one week,” he said.",negative,-0.998660445
Sri Lanka central bank to announce dollar/rupee trading band,5/11/2022,Bonds & Forex,The band will be based on the previous day's price and a plus or minus margin,Sri Lanka central bank to announce dollar/rupee trading band The band will be based on the previous day's price and a plus or minus margin,negative,-0.979045212
Sri Lanka ex-PM Rajapaksa protected in Trinco dockyard: Defence Secy,5/11/2022,Political News,.,Sri Lanka ex-PM Rajapaksa protected in Trinco dockyard: Defence Secy .,negative,-0.953160167
From war hero to target of angry crowds: Sri Lanka's Rajapaksa falls from grace,5/11/2022,Politics,"Despite political differences, the family has always been united, sources close to Rajapaksa say.","From war hero to target of angry crowds: Sri Lanka's Rajapaksa falls from grace Despite political differences, the family has always been united, sources close to Rajapaksa say.",positive,0.997835934
"Sri Lanka's president calls to reject attempts for racial, religious disharmony",5/11/2022,Politics,"Clashes erupted after Rajapaksa's supporters attacked peaceful, unarmed protesters while police watched the attack.","Sri Lanka's president calls to reject attempts for racial, religious disharmony Clashes erupted after Rajapaksa's supporters attacked peaceful, unarmed protesters while police watched the attack.",negative,-0.991900802
Sri Lanka stock market closed for 2nd day amid curfew,5/11/2022,Uncategorized,"Curfew imposed after former prime minister Mahinda Rajapaksa supporters attacked unarmed, peaceful protesters on Monday","Sri Lanka stock market closed for 2nd day amid curfew Curfew imposed after former prime minister Mahinda Rajapaksa supporters attacked unarmed, peaceful protesters on Monday",negative,-0.995193779
Sri Lanka party leaders to meet virtually on May 11 to discuss crisis situation,5/11/2022,Politics,"A social media backlash followed the announcement, urging the Speaker to hold the meeting virtually via Zoom.","Sri Lanka party leaders to meet virtually on May 11 to discuss crisis situation A social media backlash followed the announcement, urging the Speaker to hold the meeting virtually via Zoom.",negative,-0.965710998
"EU calls for calm in Sri Lanka, probe on instigators of violence",5/11/2022,Economy,The EU urges all parties to refrain from violence and to show restraint,"EU calls for calm in Sri Lanka, probe on instigators of violence The EU urges all parties to refrain from violence and to show restraint",negative,-0.855827749
Sri Lanka IMF technical talks to continue,5/11/2022,Economy,We are following developments in Sri Lanka closely and are concerned about rising social tensions and violence,Sri Lanka IMF technical talks to continue We are following developments in Sri Lanka closely and are concerned about rising social tensions and violence,positive,0.992328107
"Sri Lanka Central Bank union calls for calm, political stability",5/11/2022,Economy,We firmly emphasize the importance of formulating and implementing medium and long-term economic and structural reforms ,"Sri Lanka Central Bank union calls for calm, political stability We firmly emphasize the importance of formulating and implementing medium and long-term economic and structural reforms ",positive,0.996188581
"Sri Lanka apparel exporters wants a new gvt, stability restored",5/11/2022,Apparel,.,"Sri Lanka apparel exporters wants a new gvt, stability restored .",negative,-0.991715252
Sri Lanka's biz chambers want interim-gvt formed soon,5/11/2022,Business,Twelve key businesses chambers jointly issued the statement ,Sri Lanka's biz chambers want interim-gvt formed soon Twelve key businesses chambers jointly issued the statement ,negative,-0.899410725
Claims of Sri Lanka's Rajapaksa family fleeing to India denied,5/10/2022,Defence,.,Claims of Sri Lanka's Rajapaksa family fleeing to India denied .,negative,-0.97971493
Sri Lanka curfew extended till May 12,5/10/2022,Political News,The military has been given shooting orders,Sri Lanka curfew extended till May 12 The military has been given shooting orders,negative,-0.960410893
Sri Lanka trade union alliance launches continuous strike protesting state-backed violence,5/10/2022,Politics,Trade Union Alliance Convenor Ravi Kumudesh told reporters that the president must not delay his resignation.,Sri Lanka trade union alliance launches continuous strike protesting state-backed violence Trade Union Alliance Convenor Ravi Kumudesh told reporters that the president must not delay his resignation.,positive,0.985256612
"Sri Lanka Bar Association calls for end to violence, immediate arrest of instigators",5/10/2022,Human Rights,"Eight people died in the violence and over 230 were injured, according to police.","Sri Lanka Bar Association calls for end to violence, immediate arrest of instigators Eight people died in the violence and over 230 were injured, according to police.",negative,-0.955390334
Sri Lanka military given shooting orders,5/10/2022,Defence,.,Sri Lanka military given shooting orders .,negative,-0.975862443
"Sri Lanka violence kills 08, 102 properties damaged",5/10/2022,Political News,Violent mobs attacked a property during the nigh of May 09 despite a curfew being imposed,"Sri Lanka violence kills 08, 102 properties damaged Violent mobs attacked a property during the nigh of May 09 despite a curfew being imposed",negative,-0.994859934
Sri Lanka president calls for calm as anti-govt violence continues,5/10/2022,Politics,Rajapaksa tweeted Tuesday afternoon that the government will make all efforts to restore political stability.,Sri Lanka president calls for calm as anti-govt violence continues Rajapaksa tweeted Tuesday afternoon that the government will make all efforts to restore political stability.,negative,-0.90444392
Sri Lanka protestors assault top cop Deshabandu Tennakoon,5/10/2022,Politics,An angry crowd was seen accosting Senior Deputy Inspector General (SDIG) Tennakoon on Perahera Mawatha.,Sri Lanka protestors assault top cop Deshabandu Tennakoon An angry crowd was seen accosting Senior Deputy Inspector General (SDIG) Tennakoon on Perahera Mawatha.,negative,-0.986793816
"Sri Lanka without ministers, ministries without secretaries",5/10/2022,Economy,The destruction of Sri Lanka's public service began with temporary secretaries ,"Sri Lanka without ministers, ministries without secretaries The destruction of Sri Lanka's public service began with temporary secretaries ",negative,-0.999237299
Sri Lanka speaker asks President to recall Parliament: report,5/10/2022,Political News,President also due to meet party leaders,Sri Lanka speaker asks President to recall Parliament: report President also due to meet party leaders,negative,-0.990693629
"Sri Lanka rupee at 375 against TT dollar, debt markets closed",5/10/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka rupee at 375 against TT dollar, debt markets closed .",negative,-0.984693408
Sri Lanka anti-govt violence death toll rises to eight; 220 injured,5/10/2022,Politics,"""In Imaduwa, it is the Pradeshiya Sabha (local authority) chairman that has been killed,"" said Thalduwa.","Sri Lanka anti-govt violence death toll rises to eight; 220 injured ""In Imaduwa, it is the Pradeshiya Sabha (local authority) chairman that has been killed,"" said Thalduwa.",negative,-0.986819923
Sri Lanka stock market closed,5/10/2022,Markets,Market holiday amid curfew,Sri Lanka stock market closed Market holiday amid curfew,negative,-0.994729221
"Sri Lanka violence leaves 5 dead, 219 hospitalized",5/10/2022,Political News,Of the 219 hospitalized in Colombo 5 are in intensive care,"Sri Lanka violence leaves 5 dead, 219 hospitalized Of the 219 hospitalized in Colombo 5 are in intensive care",negative,-0.9962309
Violence erupts across Sri Lanka as anti-govt mobs rain fire on ruling party MPs,5/10/2022,Politics,Chaos reigned all day and late into the night as the violence continued seemingly unabated.,Violence erupts across Sri Lanka as anti-govt mobs rain fire on ruling party MPs Chaos reigned all day and late into the night as the violence continued seemingly unabated.,negative,-0.98888725
Sri Lanka stock market gains before deadly violence amid rising political risks,5/10/2022,Markets,Analysts see political risks to hit the bourse,Sri Lanka stock market gains before deadly violence amid rising political risks Analysts see political risks to hit the bourse,negative,-0.983346343
Sri Lanka's cricket stars react to May 09th violence,5/9/2022,Uncategorized,"Sangakkara, Mahela and Sanath took to Twitter to condemn the violence  ","Sri Lanka's cricket stars react to May 09th violence Sangakkara, Mahela and Sanath took to Twitter to condemn the violence  ",negative,-0.984755337
Sri Lanka military chief appeals for calm,5/9/2022,Political News,Please give the first place to humanity,Sri Lanka military chief appeals for calm Please give the first place to humanity,positive,0.999240994
Sri Lanka comes under international criticism again after Rajapaksa backers unleash violence,5/9/2022,Uncategorized,Prime Minister Rajapaksa was compelled to resign amid public protests due to his government's economic failure ,Sri Lanka comes under international criticism again after Rajapaksa backers unleash violence Prime Minister Rajapaksa was compelled to resign amid public protests due to his government's economic failure ,negative,-0.996679068
Sri Lanka President invites all parties for unity government after PM resigns,5/9/2022,Political News,President asks all citizens to maintain peace,Sri Lanka President invites all parties for unity government after PM resigns President asks all citizens to maintain peace,positive,0.980739713
"Sri Lanka ruling party legislator dies in shooting, scores injured",5/9/2022,Political News,Hospital sources said 138 were admitted,"Sri Lanka ruling party legislator dies in shooting, scores injured Hospital sources said 138 were admitted",negative,-0.997822046
Sri Lanka Prime Minister Resigns,5/9/2022,Political News,Sri Lanka's cabinet automatically dissolves after the Prime Minister resigns,Sri Lanka Prime Minister Resigns Sri Lanka's cabinet automatically dissolves after the Prime Minister resigns,negative,-0.998271227
Violence erupts as Sri Lanka’s Rajapaksa backers attack unarmed protesters,5/9/2022,Politics,Islandwide curfew imposed,Violence erupts as Sri Lanka’s Rajapaksa backers attack unarmed protesters Islandwide curfew imposed,negative,-0.994235218
Sri Lanka under curfew as Prime Minister's supporters clash with protestors,5/9/2022,Politics,78 hospitalized with injuries,Sri Lanka under curfew as Prime Minister's supporters clash with protestors 78 hospitalized with injuries,negative,-0.980969548
"Sri Lanka pro-govt mob attacks MynaGoGama, assault protestors despite emergency",5/9/2022,Politics,A crowd of at least 200 to 300 attacked and gave chase to the anti-government protestors.,"Sri Lanka pro-govt mob attacks MynaGoGama, assault protestors despite emergency A crowd of at least 200 to 300 attacked and gave chase to the anti-government protestors.",negative,-0.973549664
Sri Lanka rupee at 375 against TT dollar,5/9/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,Sri Lanka rupee at 375 against TT dollar .,negative,-0.925990283
Sri Lanka central bank advances more dollars to banks,5/9/2022,Banking,Total advanced to banks through swaps have risen to US$351mn ,Sri Lanka central bank advances more dollars to banks Total advanced to banks through swaps have risen to US$351mn ,negative,-0.974157572
Sri Lanka emergency law a deadly blow to democracy: rights body,5/9/2022,Political News,The freedom of assembly and peaceful dissent can be restricted under the guise of a state of emergency,Sri Lanka emergency law a deadly blow to democracy: rights body The freedom of assembly and peaceful dissent can be restricted under the guise of a state of emergency,negative,-0.979240954
Sri Lanka pegs in both directions in March amid 'float',5/9/2022,Economy,Foreign exchange shortages and currency depreciation is a problem associated with soft-pegged exchange rates ,Sri Lanka pegs in both directions in March amid 'float' Foreign exchange shortages and currency depreciation is a problem associated with soft-pegged exchange rates ,negative,-0.998667836
Sri Lanka seeks forex liquidity support for state banks from AIIB,5/9/2022,Banking,Minister Ali Sabry discussed the need for FOREX liquidity support for the state banks of Sri Lanka ,Sri Lanka seeks forex liquidity support for state banks from AIIB Minister Ali Sabry discussed the need for FOREX liquidity support for the state banks of Sri Lanka ,negative,-0.92029494
Sri Lanka PM to announce decision soon: Minister Godahewa,5/9/2022,Political News,President is very flexible in this matter,Sri Lanka PM to announce decision soon: Minister Godahewa President is very flexible in this matter,positive,0.999035358
"Sri Lanka tightens bank dividends, profit repatriation to preserve capital",5/8/2022,Banking,"Banks were also asked not to buy back shares, to use ""extreme due diligence and prudence"" in capex","Sri Lanka tightens bank dividends, profit repatriation to preserve capital Banks were also asked not to buy back shares, to use ""extreme due diligence and prudence"" in capex",negative,-0.977960408
Sri Lanka may get US$100mn from AIIB: Finance Ministry,5/8/2022,Economy,A discussion was also held regarding medium to long term support,Sri Lanka may get US$100mn from AIIB: Finance Ministry A discussion was also held regarding medium to long term support,negative,-0.955317199
Sri Lanka PM said to take a vow to help stay in office,5/8/2022,Political News,“Will dollars start flowing into the country if you resign?',Sri Lanka PM said to take a vow to help stay in office “Will dollars start flowing into the country if you resign?',positive,0.874210835
Sri Lanka president's emergency rule comes under international criticism,5/8/2022,Uncategorized,Any violence in Sri Lanka could have detrimental impacts on a rapid recovery from ongoing economic crisis-officials ,Sri Lanka president's emergency rule comes under international criticism Any violence in Sri Lanka could have detrimental impacts on a rapid recovery from ongoing economic crisis-officials ,negative,-0.989527762
Sri Lanka foreign reserves drop to US$1.8bn in April,5/8/2022,Economy,"The central bank said there were 1,827 million dollars of currency reserves, down from 1,917 million dollars","Sri Lanka foreign reserves drop to US$1.8bn in April The central bank said there were 1,827 million dollars of currency reserves, down from 1,917 million dollars",negative,-0.993611038
Sri Lanka executive presidency must end for any further steps: Sajith,5/8/2022,Political News,This autocratic presidency must end immediately. We are not willing to move away from that foundation,Sri Lanka executive presidency must end for any further steps: Sajith This autocratic presidency must end immediately. We are not willing to move away from that foundation,negative,-0.995276332
Sri Lanka President declared emergency to ensure political stability - Info Dep,5/8/2022,Politics,Since the crisis started ruling party has lost its two-third majority in the parliament ,Sri Lanka President declared emergency to ensure political stability - Info Dep Since the crisis started ruling party has lost its two-third majority in the parliament ,negative,-0.99839896
"Sri Lanka main opposition bats for BASL program, as independents backs a no-confidence",5/8/2022,Politics,Independents say will support SJB if they take over government ,"Sri Lanka main opposition bats for BASL program, as independents backs a no-confidence Independents say will support SJB if they take over government ",negative,-0.968047321
"Sri Lanka PM asks police to give security to Kaduwela magistrate, other judges",5/7/2022,Political News,Lawyers group had met PM,"Sri Lanka PM asks police to give security to Kaduwela magistrate, other judges Lawyers group had met PM",negative,-0.982340932
Sri Lanka emergency rule not the answer to desperate situation: Bar Association,5/7/2022,Political News,Protests reflect the desperate situation of people seeking to secure the most basic essentials in life,Sri Lanka emergency rule not the answer to desperate situation: Bar Association Protests reflect the desperate situation of people seeking to secure the most basic essentials in life,negative,-0.993173182
Sri Lanka and IMF next round of talks from May 09,5/7/2022,Economy,"We remain committed to assisting Sri Lanka, in line with the IMF’s policies","Sri Lanka and IMF next round of talks from May 09 We remain committed to assisting Sri Lanka, in line with the IMF’s policies",positive,0.991527855
Sri Lanka President declares emergency as protests intensify,5/6/2022,Political News,Protestors tear gassed near parliament,Sri Lanka President declares emergency as protests intensify Protestors tear gassed near parliament,negative,-0.974839628
No decision by Sri Lanka PM to resign yet: spokesman,5/6/2022,Political News,Prime Minister has not decided to resign yet,No decision by Sri Lanka PM to resign yet: spokesman Prime Minister has not decided to resign yet,positive,0.774937391
Sri Lanka stocks down as hartal cripples crisis-hit economy,5/6/2022,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell 1.85 percent or 140.07 points to 7,427.48 at the close.","Sri Lanka stocks down as hartal cripples crisis-hit economy The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell 1.85 percent or 140.07 points to 7,427.48 at the close.",negative,-0.99957341
Massive hartal brings Sri Lanka to standstill as workers demand government's resignation,5/6/2022,Politics,"""The people of this country have confined President Rajapaksa and Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa to a bunker.""","Massive hartal brings Sri Lanka to standstill as workers demand government's resignation ""The people of this country have confined President Rajapaksa and Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa to a bunker.""",positive,0.995669723
Protestors at 'Horugogama' protest site near Sri Lanka's parliament temporarily withdraw,5/6/2022,Politics,MPs leaving parliament were obstructed by protestors.,Protestors at 'Horugogama' protest site near Sri Lanka's parliament temporarily withdraw MPs leaving parliament were obstructed by protestors.,negative,-0.998471081
"Sri Lanka rupee at 375 against the TT dollar, kerb rate 397/400",5/6/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka rupee at 375 against the TT dollar, kerb rate 397/400 .",negative,-0.987423062
"Sri Lanka opposition SJB MPs storm speaker's office in parliament, demand date for no faith motion",5/6/2022,Politics,SJB parliamentarians were heard urging the speaker to guarantee the people's democratic rights.,"Sri Lanka opposition SJB MPs storm speaker's office in parliament, demand date for no faith motion SJB parliamentarians were heard urging the speaker to guarantee the people's democratic rights.",negative,-0.932452142
"Sri Lanka economic crisis: European Union to provide 200,000 euros for essential supplies",5/6/2022,International Relations,"""Many children have also seen their education disrupted due to power cuts and lack of stationery items.""","Sri Lanka economic crisis: European Union to provide 200,000 euros for essential supplies ""Many children have also seen their education disrupted due to power cuts and lack of stationery items.""",negative,-0.999484539
"Sri Lanka speaker to meet party leaders Monday, cabinet meeting tonight",5/6/2022,Political News,I have called for a report on the incident from the police chief,"Sri Lanka speaker to meet party leaders Monday, cabinet meeting tonight I have called for a report on the incident from the police chief",negative,-0.957405746
Sri Lanka said to mull emergency as protests escalate,5/6/2022,Political News,Protestors tear gassed outside parliament,Sri Lanka said to mull emergency as protests escalate Protestors tear gassed outside parliament,negative,-0.995999813
"Sri Lanka's economic crisis compels Uber, PickMe drivers to cancel credit card hires",5/6/2022,Business,"The fuel crisis has also impacted the productivity of the country, as people are unable to find transport.","Sri Lanka's economic crisis compels Uber, PickMe drivers to cancel credit card hires The fuel crisis has also impacted the productivity of the country, as people are unable to find transport.",negative,-0.994339406
Sri Lanka former PM Ranil Wickremesinghe claims no deal with ruling Rajapaksa family,5/6/2022,Politics,Wickremesinghe said his support for Siyambalapitiya was conditional.,Sri Lanka former PM Ranil Wickremesinghe claims no deal with ruling Rajapaksa family Wickremesinghe said his support for Siyambalapitiya was conditional.,negative,-0.988275945
Sri Lanka tea exports lowest in 23 years,5/6/2022,Tea,The tally was the lowest since the first quarter of 1999 when the country shipped out 60.3 million kilos of tea.,Sri Lanka tea exports lowest in 23 years The tally was the lowest since the first quarter of 1999 when the country shipped out 60.3 million kilos of tea.,negative,-0.998558223
"Sri Lanka funding year's supply of drugs with WB, ADB and India credits: Minister",5/6/2022,Economy,By August we hope to have a one year's supply of drugs,"Sri Lanka funding year's supply of drugs with WB, ADB and India credits: Minister By August we hope to have a one year's supply of drugs",positive,0.986498237
Sri Lanka's private buses on 24-hour strike in support of May 06 hartal,5/6/2022,Transport,Wijeratne said bus service operators may have to halt their services even after the hartal.,Sri Lanka's private buses on 24-hour strike in support of May 06 hartal Wijeratne said bus service operators may have to halt their services even after the hartal.,negative,-0.999091983
Sri Lanka in talks with Russia for oil imports: Minister,5/6/2022,Energy,Some people suggested that we talk to Russia,Sri Lanka in talks with Russia for oil imports: Minister Some people suggested that we talk to Russia,negative,-0.972310841
Sri Lanka to pay local pharma suppliers at current dollar rate: Minister,5/6/2022,Health,Pharma companies who paid in dollars were badly hit after the rupee depreciation ,Sri Lanka to pay local pharma suppliers at current dollar rate: Minister Pharma companies who paid in dollars were badly hit after the rupee depreciation ,negative,-0.99898082
Sri Lanka to roll out fourth COVID-19 jab from May 09,5/6/2022,Health,It will be mandatory for people over 60 years of age and will be optional for people between 20 to 60 years.,Sri Lanka to roll out fourth COVID-19 jab from May 09 It will be mandatory for people over 60 years of age and will be optional for people between 20 to 60 years.,negative,-0.889817894
"Sri Lanka to have controlled price formula for LIOC, CPC: Minister",5/6/2022,Economy,I believe a transparent price formula should be introduced both to Lanka IOC and CPC,"Sri Lanka to have controlled price formula for LIOC, CPC: Minister I believe a transparent price formula should be introduced both to Lanka IOC and CPC",negative,-0.986939669
"Sri Lanka's political twists deepen amid parliamentary dramatics, protests",5/6/2022,Political News,The replacement of Deputy Speaker Ranjith Siyambalapitiya by himself has been a comic drama.,"Sri Lanka's political twists deepen amid parliamentary dramatics, protests The replacement of Deputy Speaker Ranjith Siyambalapitiya by himself has been a comic drama.",positive,0.996792376
"Sri Lanka's forex crisis enters washroom with queues for soaps, detergents",5/6/2022,Business,Most raw materials for soaps and detergents are imported and steep rupee fall is taking the toll - manufacturers   ,"Sri Lanka's forex crisis enters washroom with queues for soaps, detergents Most raw materials for soaps and detergents are imported and steep rupee fall is taking the toll - manufacturers   ",negative,-0.998634756
Sri Lanka’s IOC unit reports Rs3.37 bn in March 2022 profits,5/6/2022,Markets,It raised fuel prices in the quarter in line with rising global oil prices and rupee depreciation. ,Sri Lanka’s IOC unit reports Rs3.37 bn in March 2022 profits It raised fuel prices in the quarter in line with rising global oil prices and rupee depreciation. ,positive,0.530818164
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hour 20 min for May 06,5/5/2022,Energy,The same schedule will apply for May 07 and May 08.,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hour 20 min for May 06 The same schedule will apply for May 07 and May 08.,negative,-0.972966552
"Over 2,000 trade unions in Sri Lanka to launch massive hartal on May 06",5/5/2022,Politics,"All health sector unions will protest in front of the Ministry of Health from 9am Friday, the spokesman said.","Over 2,000 trade unions in Sri Lanka to launch massive hartal on May 06 All health sector unions will protest in front of the Ministry of Health from 9am Friday, the spokesman said.",negative,-0.918830752
"Sri Lanka's stocks fall, turnover slumps to 1 year low ",5/5/2022,Markets,A parliament vote on deputy speaker helped to show the ruling party's majority. ,"Sri Lanka's stocks fall, turnover slumps to 1 year low  A parliament vote on deputy speaker helped to show the ruling party's majority. ",negative,-0.999111593
Sri Lanka deputy speaker's re-election doesn't bode well for no confidence motion: TNA MP,5/5/2022,Politics,The MP also berated MP Ranil Wickremesinghe for allegedly supporting the government during the vote.,Sri Lanka deputy speaker's re-election doesn't bode well for no confidence motion: TNA MP The MP also berated MP Ranil Wickremesinghe for allegedly supporting the government during the vote.,negative,-0.998584509
"Sri Lanka Railway promises normal operations, union leader says no",5/5/2022,Ground,.,"Sri Lanka Railway promises normal operations, union leader says no .",negative,-0.986746609
Sri Lanka loses one million tax payers to stimulus,5/5/2022,Economy,"There is a drop of about a million tax payers. It is a big problem,","Sri Lanka loses one million tax payers to stimulus There is a drop of about a million tax payers. It is a big problem,",negative,-0.999386549
Sri Lanka requests fuel price formulae from supplies to minimise losses: energy minister,5/5/2022,Energy,Cabinet has requested both Ceypetco and Lanka IOC to propose price formulas to minimise losses for the state.,Sri Lanka requests fuel price formulae from supplies to minimise losses: energy minister Cabinet has requested both Ceypetco and Lanka IOC to propose price formulas to minimise losses for the state.,negative,-0.989817679
Sri Lanka passport issuance halted over computer glitch,5/5/2022,People,People were agitated waiting at the passport offices ,Sri Lanka passport issuance halted over computer glitch People were agitated waiting at the passport offices ,negative,-0.998069227
Sri Lanka parliament re-elects govt-backed Ranjith Siyambalapitiya as deputy speaker,5/5/2022,Politics,"Three votes were rejected, and six MPs including “dissident” government member Wimal Weerawansa were absent.","Sri Lanka parliament re-elects govt-backed Ranjith Siyambalapitiya as deputy speaker Three votes were rejected, and six MPs including “dissident” government member Wimal Weerawansa were absent.",negative,-0.997942388
Sri Lanka official foreign reserves remain at 1.9bn in April: Sabry,5/5/2022,Economy,Chinese Yuan are 'restricted use',Sri Lanka official foreign reserves remain at 1.9bn in April: Sabry Chinese Yuan are 'restricted use',negative,-0.994679213
Secret ballot underway in Sri Lanka parliament to elect deputy speaker,5/5/2022,Uncategorized,The ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) has said it will support the election of Siyambalapitya.,Secret ballot underway in Sri Lanka parliament to elect deputy speaker The ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) has said it will support the election of Siyambalapitya.,positive,0.99072367
Sri Lanka seeks divine help to subdue anti-Rajapaksa protesters,5/5/2022,Political News,Thousands may have already drunk the charmed water that is sent as ‘donations’ to the Gota Go Gama,Sri Lanka seeks divine help to subdue anti-Rajapaksa protesters Thousands may have already drunk the charmed water that is sent as ‘donations’ to the Gota Go Gama,negative,-0.993927479
Sri Lanka has choice between 1991 India and Venezeula in reform path: Sabry,5/5/2022,Economy,"Whether we can resolve this crisis in 2 years or 10 years, it all depends on us","Sri Lanka has choice between 1991 India and Venezeula in reform path: Sabry Whether we can resolve this crisis in 2 years or 10 years, it all depends on us",negative,-0.982687533
Fed hikes rates as Powell bubble drives up food prices and Sri Lanka struggles,5/5/2022,Economy,'Unprint' money from June 01,Fed hikes rates as Powell bubble drives up food prices and Sri Lanka struggles 'Unprint' money from June 01,negative,-0.988525689
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hour 20 min for May 5,5/4/2022,Energy,Power cuts continue in Sri Lanka amid fuel shortage due to lack of US dollars ,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hour 20 min for May 5 Power cuts continue in Sri Lanka amid fuel shortage due to lack of US dollars ,negative,-0.997576654
"Sri Lanka shares fall on political, economic worries",5/4/2022,Markets,Apolitical protesters have been demanding nothing short of Rajapaksa's resignation,"Sri Lanka shares fall on political, economic worries Apolitical protesters have been demanding nothing short of Rajapaksa's resignation",negative,-0.984323204
"Sri Lanka's power cuts may be extended to five hours, CEB engineers warn",5/4/2022,Power,Ongoing daily power cuts of three hours and 20 minutes may have to be extended for five hours if the situation persists.,"Sri Lanka's power cuts may be extended to five hours, CEB engineers warn Ongoing daily power cuts of three hours and 20 minutes may have to be extended for five hours if the situation persists.",negative,-0.998327553
"Sri Lanka rupee tops 370 to the dollar, reaches UAE levels",5/4/2022,Bonds & Forex,Strong demand for Treasury bills ,"Sri Lanka rupee tops 370 to the dollar, reaches UAE levels Strong demand for Treasury bills ",positive,0.975288987
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields ease,5/4/2022,Bonds & Forex,Rates ease across maturities ,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields ease Rates ease across maturities ,positive,0.99888581
Sri Lanka court orders removal of Mynagogama site if protest doesn't remain peaceful,5/4/2022,Free Speech,"Refusing to leave the protest site, protesters said, no matter the court order, the agitation will continue.","Sri Lanka court orders removal of Mynagogama site if protest doesn't remain peaceful Refusing to leave the protest site, protesters said, no matter the court order, the agitation will continue.",negative,-0.975750506
Sri Lanka opposition leader blames crises on 20th amendment; faults Justice Minister,5/4/2022,Politics,"""Please, as demanded by the people of this country, resign and give them the opportunity to elect a new government.""","Sri Lanka opposition leader blames crises on 20th amendment; faults Justice Minister ""Please, as demanded by the people of this country, resign and give them the opportunity to elect a new government.""",negative,-0.985373735
Sri Lanka police arrests 12 protestors outside parliament; opposition demands release,5/4/2022,Politics,"""This is a democratic country. Do these protesters lose their freedom after giving a letter to the speaker?""","Sri Lanka police arrests 12 protestors outside parliament; opposition demands release ""This is a democratic country. Do these protesters lose their freedom after giving a letter to the speaker?""",negative,-0.998830855
"China supports Sri Lanka's IMF deal, AIIB agrees to give US$160mn: Sabry",5/4/2022,Economy,And he said they would support and China was an IMF member,"China supports Sri Lanka's IMF deal, AIIB agrees to give US$160mn: Sabry And he said they would support and China was an IMF member",positive,0.946625471
Sri Lanka central bank allowed to delay billion dollars to Reserve Bank of India,5/4/2022,Economy,US$400mn swap extended by three months,Sri Lanka central bank allowed to delay billion dollars to Reserve Bank of India US$400mn swap extended by three months,negative,-0.989251792
"Sri Lanka usable reserves below Rs50mn, IMF deal six months away: Sabry",5/4/2022,Economy,Debt advisors in two weeks,"Sri Lanka usable reserves below Rs50mn, IMF deal six months away: Sabry Debt advisors in two weeks",negative,-0.996997476
"Sri Lanka's CEB asked to increase diesel, hydro power after coal plant outage",5/4/2022,Energy,Power cuts to be maintained at 3 hour 20 mins,"Sri Lanka's CEB asked to increase diesel, hydro power after coal plant outage Power cuts to be maintained at 3 hour 20 mins",negative,-0.970525384
Sri Lanka to give Rs13.3bn to poor hit by soft-peg  with World Bank credit,5/4/2022,Economy,Media Minister Nalaka Godahewa said the money would not be printed.,Sri Lanka to give Rs13.3bn to poor hit by soft-peg  with World Bank credit Media Minister Nalaka Godahewa said the money would not be printed.,negative,-0.998850465
Sri Lanka imposes price controls on rice,5/4/2022,Commodities,.,Sri Lanka imposes price controls on rice .,negative,-0.966480851
Sri Lanka appoints cabinet committee to fast-track FDI amid soft-peg collapse,5/4/2022,Markets,Evaluate projects at various ministries and refer them to Finance Ministry,Sri Lanka appoints cabinet committee to fast-track FDI amid soft-peg collapse Evaluate projects at various ministries and refer them to Finance Ministry,negative,-0.99334538
Payments to Zuberi made under instructions from govt: Cabraal,5/4/2022,Political News,Following a statement by JVP leader ,Payments to Zuberi made under instructions from govt: Cabraal Following a statement by JVP leader ,negative,-0.985664248
SriLankan Airlines explains plan to lease newer used aircraft,5/3/2022,Aviation,The lease premiums may still be cheaper than existing aircraft after a sovereign downgrade,SriLankan Airlines explains plan to lease newer used aircraft The lease premiums may still be cheaper than existing aircraft after a sovereign downgrade,negative,-0.985135734
"Sri Lanka MP Namal Rajapaksa denies allegations of corruption, promises legal action",5/3/2022,Corruption,"“We will take legal action as some of [the allegations] are already being investigated and some cases are ongoing.""","Sri Lanka MP Namal Rajapaksa denies allegations of corruption, promises legal action “We will take legal action as some of [the allegations] are already being investigated and some cases are ongoing.""",negative,-0.924138665
"China to provide 300 million RMB in emergency aid to Sri Lanka for drugs, food, fuel",5/3/2022,Economy,The new grant will increase the total emergency aid from China to 500 million renminbi (over 75 million US dollars).,"China to provide 300 million RMB in emergency aid to Sri Lanka for drugs, food, fuel The new grant will increase the total emergency aid from China to 500 million renminbi (over 75 million US dollars).",positive,0.990199268
Sri Lanka main opposition to table no confidence motion against govt on May 04,5/3/2022,Politics,The former minister also called for a new parliament-first system.,Sri Lanka main opposition to table no confidence motion against govt on May 04 The former minister also called for a new parliament-first system.,negative,-0.916371107
Sri Lanka re-allots part of US$1bn Indian credit for fuel and LP Gas,5/3/2022,Economy,Another 160 million dollars has been allocated for LP gas. The ministry said the number could be changed,Sri Lanka re-allots part of US$1bn Indian credit for fuel and LP Gas Another 160 million dollars has been allocated for LP gas. The ministry said the number could be changed,negative,-0.998307109
Sri Lanka to entertain renewable IPPs to locations without grid capacity,5/3/2022,Energy,Private developers to build transmission lines ,Sri Lanka to entertain renewable IPPs to locations without grid capacity Private developers to build transmission lines ,positive,0.984997034
Sri Lanka ruling party claims dissident MPs agree to national govt; opposition adamnt,5/2/2022,Politics,Notable attendees at the meeting were former ministers Wimal Weerawansa and Udaya Gammanpila.,Sri Lanka ruling party claims dissident MPs agree to national govt; opposition adamnt Notable attendees at the meeting were former ministers Wimal Weerawansa and Udaya Gammanpila.,negative,-0.925207436
Sri Lanka tourism arrivals dip 40 percent in April,5/2/2022,Tourism,"From April 10, daily tourist arrivals had dropped below 2,000.","Sri Lanka tourism arrivals dip 40 percent in April From April 10, daily tourist arrivals had dropped below 2,000.",negative,-0.99039346
Sri Lanka's opposition JVP leader calls for election to end political stalemate,5/2/2022,Politics,"""The people are demanding an end to a 74-year curse. The demand is not for some all-party nonsense.""","Sri Lanka's opposition JVP leader calls for election to end political stalemate ""The people are demanding an end to a 74-year curse. The demand is not for some all-party nonsense.""",negative,-0.985818684
Sri Lanka to change electricity law to shorten procurement processes: Minister,5/2/2022,Energy,New act to cut short processes,Sri Lanka to change electricity law to shorten procurement processes: Minister New act to cut short processes,negative,-0.987597048
India gives further USD200 mln fuel loan to Sri Lanka; USD500 mln under discussion-Minister,5/2/2022,Energy,Monthly fuel import bill has increased to almost thrice in Many compared to three months ago- Minister ,India gives further USD200 mln fuel loan to Sri Lanka; USD500 mln under discussion-Minister Monthly fuel import bill has increased to almost thrice in Many compared to three months ago- Minister ,negative,-0.906215429
Sri Lanka runs out of anti-dengue chemicals - health ministry,5/2/2022,Health,Data show dengue patients on the rise amid health authorities struggle to control dengue mosquito,Sri Lanka runs out of anti-dengue chemicals - health ministry Data show dengue patients on the rise amid health authorities struggle to control dengue mosquito,negative,-0.998765707
Sri Lanka's Abans outlook cut to negative over soft-peg collapse,5/2/2022,Economy,The Negative Outlook reflects the deteriorating operating conditions for consumer-durable retailers,Sri Lanka's Abans outlook cut to negative over soft-peg collapse The Negative Outlook reflects the deteriorating operating conditions for consumer-durable retailers,negative,-0.999509931
Sri Lanka parliament set for battles this week as main opposition rules out interim deal,5/2/2022,Political News,Deputy Speakers position to be contested,Sri Lanka parliament set for battles this week as main opposition rules out interim deal Deputy Speakers position to be contested,negative,-0.987306356
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hour 20 min for May 2,5/2/2022,Energy,There won't be power cuts on Tuesday due to Ramadan festival - PUCSL  ,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hour 20 min for May 2 There won't be power cuts on Tuesday due to Ramadan festival - PUCSL  ,negative,-0.969160795
Sri Lanka in discussions with China over debt treatment,5/2/2022,Economy,"For us it is not a problem, but we do not know what the West would say","Sri Lanka in discussions with China over debt treatment For us it is not a problem, but we do not know what the West would say",negative,-0.993732274
Sri Lanka ex-PM who failed to privatize SriLankan Airlines brings up sale idea in opposition,5/1/2022,Aviation,He said this organization is making losses and needs to be sold,Sri Lanka ex-PM who failed to privatize SriLankan Airlines brings up sale idea in opposition He said this organization is making losses and needs to be sold,negative,-0.999530554
Sri Lanka's China backed port visited by top Japan foreign officers,5/1/2022,Logistics,Sought information relating to port activity and the economy of the southern part of Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka's China backed port visited by top Japan foreign officers Sought information relating to port activity and the economy of the southern part of Sri Lanka,positive,0.552831054
Sri Lanka may consider repaying suspended debt in rupee bonds as well as cash: CB Governor,5/1/2022,Economy,This is also a request coming from the domestic banking sector as well,Sri Lanka may consider repaying suspended debt in rupee bonds as well as cash: CB Governor This is also a request coming from the domestic banking sector as well,negative,-0.926197946
Sri Lanka taking all measures PM says on May Day amid soft-peg crisis,5/1/2022,Political News,The Government is currently taking all possible measures to manage the economic crisis,Sri Lanka taking all measures PM says on May Day amid soft-peg crisis The Government is currently taking all possible measures to manage the economic crisis,negative,-0.824213684
"Sri Lanka expects first IMF drawdown in three months, debt deal in six months: CB Governor",4/30/2022,Economy,We do not have to necessarily get full agreement from all the creditors to get some money from the IMF,"Sri Lanka expects first IMF drawdown in three months, debt deal in six months: CB Governor We do not have to necessarily get full agreement from all the creditors to get some money from the IMF",negative,-0.995967865
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka raises drug prices by 40-pct amid shortage,4/30/2022,Health,Already doctors individually and collectively have appealed from donors and Sri Lankan expatriates to send drugs,Crisis-hit Sri Lanka raises drug prices by 40-pct amid shortage Already doctors individually and collectively have appealed from donors and Sri Lankan expatriates to send drugs,negative,-0.965099454
Sri Lanka rupee will definitely stabilize based on policy actions: CB Governor,4/30/2022,Economy,At some level it will stabilize. I can tell clearly that the exchange rate will stabilize and turn,Sri Lanka rupee will definitely stabilize based on policy actions: CB Governor At some level it will stabilize. I can tell clearly that the exchange rate will stabilize and turn,positive,0.99314934
Sri Lanka CB revises down 2022 economic growth estimate to 1-pct,4/30/2022,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka has sought IMF assistance to come out of the ongoing debt and BOP crisis. ,Sri Lanka CB revises down 2022 economic growth estimate to 1-pct Sri Lanka has sought IMF assistance to come out of the ongoing debt and BOP crisis. ,negative,-0.977302432
"Sri Lanka rupee at 367 to US dollar, kerb up",4/30/2022,Bonds & Forex,This week the kerb market ended around 392.50/395.00  to the US dollar,"Sri Lanka rupee at 367 to US dollar, kerb up This week the kerb market ended around 392.50/395.00  to the US dollar",negative,-0.995084107
Sri Lanka to lift forced dollar conversion rule on services exports: CB Governor,4/30/2022,Bonds & Forex, We have been told that some person are not bringing these money in at all because of the forced conversion rule,Sri Lanka to lift forced dollar conversion rule on services exports: CB Governor  We have been told that some person are not bringing these money in at all because of the forced conversion rule,negative,-0.998830616
Sri Lanka stock market edges up amid eroding sentiment over political deadlock,4/30/2022,Uncategorized,The stock trading suspended in a few minutes on Monday and Tuesday after a key index fell over 10 percent,Sri Lanka stock market edges up amid eroding sentiment over political deadlock The stock trading suspended in a few minutes on Monday and Tuesday after a key index fell over 10 percent,negative,-0.997766137
China won't get special treatment in Sri Lanka's debt restructuring - CB Chief,4/30/2022,Economy,China has halted discussion for a 2.5 billion USD loan for Sri Lanka after Colombo sought IMF help,China won't get special treatment in Sri Lanka's debt restructuring - CB Chief China has halted discussion for a 2.5 billion USD loan for Sri Lanka after Colombo sought IMF help,negative,-0.999479949
Sri Lanka inflation soars to 29.8-pct in April 2022 after money printing,4/29/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka is facing perhaps the worst monetary instability created by the island's bank in its 72 year history ,Sri Lanka inflation soars to 29.8-pct in April 2022 after money printing Sri Lanka is facing perhaps the worst monetary instability created by the island's bank in its 72 year history ,negative,-0.999326944
Sri Lanka to ban open account imports to curb Undiyal/Hawala,4/29/2022,Economy,"""We see that there is a large volume of money going through the Hawala/Undiyal systems","Sri Lanka to ban open account imports to curb Undiyal/Hawala ""We see that there is a large volume of money going through the Hawala/Undiyal systems",negative,-0.994129896
Sri Lanka opposition MP prohibited from protesting to seek redress in higher court,4/29/2022,Politics,"“We think that it is wrong and we will move to higher courts to have this order vacated,"" he said.","Sri Lanka opposition MP prohibited from protesting to seek redress in higher court “We think that it is wrong and we will move to higher courts to have this order vacated,"" he said.",negative,-0.990924716
Cops arrested over Sri Lanka police shooting in Rambukkana produced in court,4/29/2022,Human Rights,The incident occurred on April 19 after police allegedly shot a protestor in Rambukkana.,Cops arrested over Sri Lanka police shooting in Rambukkana produced in court The incident occurred on April 19 after police allegedly shot a protestor in Rambukkana.,negative,-0.987541378
Eighth Sri Lankan dies after waiting in line for fuel,4/29/2022,Economy,This is the fifth senior citizen to have died while queuing for fuel,Eighth Sri Lankan dies after waiting in line for fuel This is the fifth senior citizen to have died while queuing for fuel,negative,-0.999188364
Sri Lanka's battered economy could be further impacted by continuing strikes: economists,4/29/2022,Economy,"""It is disrupting economic activities and the well-being of citizens by compounding shortages, and high prices.""","Sri Lanka's battered economy could be further impacted by continuing strikes: economists ""It is disrupting economic activities and the well-being of citizens by compounding shortages, and high prices.""",negative,-0.998318672
"Sri Lanka president agrees to form interim government with new PM, cabinet: Sirisena",4/29/2022,Uncategorized,"""They will send invitations to all parties in the coming days. The new cabinet must be small.""","Sri Lanka president agrees to form interim government with new PM, cabinet: Sirisena ""They will send invitations to all parties in the coming days. The new cabinet must be small.""",negative,-0.983783662
Sri Lanka police accused of assaulting protestor outside prime minister's residence,4/29/2022,Politics,"""We were protesting peacefully. We agreed to everything they had specified about protesting peacefully.""","Sri Lanka police accused of assaulting protestor outside prime minister's residence ""We were protesting peacefully. We agreed to everything they had specified about protesting peacefully.""",negative,-0.961117327
Sri Lanka economic policy officials misled President with 'rosy picture' : Minister,4/29/2022,Political News,Today he is involved in economics. That is why he's changing the system and he is bringing new people,Sri Lanka economic policy officials misled President with 'rosy picture' : Minister Today he is involved in economics. That is why he's changing the system and he is bringing new people,positive,0.930946887
Sri Lanka's opposition SJB will form interim govt only if president steps down: MP,4/29/2022,Politics,"""Let's find a way out,"" he said.","Sri Lanka's opposition SJB will form interim govt only if president steps down: MP ""Let's find a way out,"" he said.",negative,-0.998183787
Sri Lanka can trigger food shortages as in medicines with new trade controls: Bellwether,4/29/2022,Bellwether,Forcing food importers to use LCs can create food shortages. ,Sri Lanka can trigger food shortages as in medicines with new trade controls: Bellwether Forcing food importers to use LCs can create food shortages. ,negative,-0.999265015
"Sri Lanka brought to standstill, claim unions after massive, island-wide strike",4/29/2022,Politics,Over a thousand trade unions in Sri Lanka effectively shut down the country on Thursday (28).,"Sri Lanka brought to standstill, claim unions after massive, island-wide strike Over a thousand trade unions in Sri Lanka effectively shut down the country on Thursday (28).",negative,-0.876356244
Sri Lanka's Gateway group plans Colombo Port City school with British partner,4/29/2022,Business,Colombo Port City showcased in London,Sri Lanka's Gateway group plans Colombo Port City school with British partner Colombo Port City showcased in London,positive,0.978452861
"Sri Lanka's Expolanka Holdings posts Rs31bn profit, Rs11bn forex gain",4/29/2022,Markets,Expolanka group reported earnings of 16.04 rupees per share for the quarter,"Sri Lanka's Expolanka Holdings posts Rs31bn profit, Rs11bn forex gain Expolanka group reported earnings of 16.04 rupees per share for the quarter",negative,-0.907721937
"Sri Lanka sells 2025 bonds at 22.01-pct, 2027 at 22.16-pct",4/29/2022,Bonds & Forex,2025 bonds available on tap,"Sri Lanka sells 2025 bonds at 22.01-pct, 2027 at 22.16-pct 2025 bonds available on tap",negative,-0.939471245
Sri Lanka's latest cabinet likely to be dissolved - Spokesman,4/29/2022,Politics,"""If majority of them agree to form a cabinet, definitely current cabinet will be dissolved.""","Sri Lanka's latest cabinet likely to be dissolved - Spokesman ""If majority of them agree to form a cabinet, definitely current cabinet will be dissolved.""",negative,-0.999277771
Sri Lanka hopeful of reaching IMF initial deal in two months,4/29/2022,Economy,Governor Weerasinghe had addressed the committee of the Chamber on April 28,Sri Lanka hopeful of reaching IMF initial deal in two months Governor Weerasinghe had addressed the committee of the Chamber on April 28,positive,0.749714494
Sri Lanka opposition MP prohibited from protests for 14 days,4/29/2022,Uncategorized,Protests near Presidential Secretariat in capital Colombo continues for the 21st day ,Sri Lanka opposition MP prohibited from protests for 14 days Protests near Presidential Secretariat in capital Colombo continues for the 21st day ,negative,-0.899774909
Sri Lanka stocks rise sharply for second session after Mobius comments,4/28/2022,Markets,Mobius' comments on equities boosted investor sentiment ,Sri Lanka stocks rise sharply for second session after Mobius comments Mobius' comments on equities boosted investor sentiment ,positive,0.990687668
Agricultural experts warn of looming food crisis in Sri Lanka,4/28/2022,Agriculture,"Though chemical fertilizer ban is now reversed, the prices have risen by more than 600 percent.","Agricultural experts warn of looming food crisis in Sri Lanka Though chemical fertilizer ban is now reversed, the prices have risen by more than 600 percent.",positive,0.969075143
Sri Lanka trade unions effectively shut down country in massive strike against govt,4/28/2022,Politics,"Unions representing ports, railway, petroleum, health, banking and education sectors are taking part.","Sri Lanka trade unions effectively shut down country in massive strike against govt Unions representing ports, railway, petroleum, health, banking and education sectors are taking part.",negative,-0.995293796
"Sri Lanka minister appoints family as staff, give themselves 7 vehicles: report",4/28/2022,Economy,"The minister in question had appointed his wife as personal secretary, brother as co-ordinating secretaries","Sri Lanka minister appoints family as staff, give themselves 7 vehicles: report The minister in question had appointed his wife as personal secretary, brother as co-ordinating secretaries",negative,-0.96327877
Sri Lanka rupee at 345/355 to TT dollar,4/28/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,Sri Lanka rupee at 345/355 to TT dollar .,negative,-0.918630123
Sri Lanka budget deficit 12.2-pct of GDP in 2021,4/28/2022,Economy,"In 2021, 1,225 billion rupees or double the revenue loss from tax cuts was printed under flexible policy","Sri Lanka budget deficit 12.2-pct of GDP in 2021 In 2021, 1,225 billion rupees or double the revenue loss from tax cuts was printed under flexible policy",negative,-0.993194222
Sri Lanka schedules power cut of 3 hour 20 min for April 28,4/27/2022,Energy,CEB said the duration may be reduced by 30 minutes either at the beginning or end of the slot.,Sri Lanka schedules power cut of 3 hour 20 min for April 28 CEB said the duration may be reduced by 30 minutes either at the beginning or end of the slot.,negative,-0.998193085
Sri Lanka protest site started to oust Prime Minister,4/27/2022,Politics,"""I am here everyday because I want to support the youth. Rajapaksas have stolen our country,"" said a mother of two.","Sri Lanka protest site started to oust Prime Minister ""I am here everyday because I want to support the youth. Rajapaksas have stolen our country,"" said a mother of two.",negative,-0.978305876
Sri Lanka water board eying price hike,4/27/2022,Economy,"“If we go on to provide relief to consumers, we will no longer be able to run the entity and the country""","Sri Lanka water board eying price hike “If we go on to provide relief to consumers, we will no longer be able to run the entity and the country""",negative,-0.999496698
Sri Lanka stocks end with strong recovery; Expolanka leads,4/27/2022,Markets,Market fell around 15 percent in the last two session with a few minutes of trading ,Sri Lanka stocks end with strong recovery; Expolanka leads Market fell around 15 percent in the last two session with a few minutes of trading ,positive,0.968022406
"Sri Lanka sells all offered Treasury bills, 3-months 23.53-pct",4/27/2022,Bonds & Forex," Rs 78.7 billion rupees of 3-month bills at 23.53 percent, up 32 basis point","Sri Lanka sells all offered Treasury bills, 3-months 23.53-pct  Rs 78.7 billion rupees of 3-month bills at 23.53 percent, up 32 basis point",negative,-0.944007814
"Amid fuel shortage, SriLankan flights diverted to Mattala to ""manage"" fuel at BIA - official",4/27/2022,Aviation,"""We allowed some flights to come and refuel at Mattala as well because BIA's fuel was finishing faster"" ","Amid fuel shortage, SriLankan flights diverted to Mattala to ""manage"" fuel at BIA - official ""We allowed some flights to come and refuel at Mattala as well because BIA's fuel was finishing faster"" ",negative,-0.906081319
"1,000+ unions to go on strike in Sri Lanka on April 28 demanding govt resignation",4/27/2022,Politics,"Unions representing ports, railway, petroleum, health, banking and education sectors will take part in the strike.","1,000+ unions to go on strike in Sri Lanka on April 28 demanding govt resignation Unions representing ports, railway, petroleum, health, banking and education sectors will take part in the strike.",negative,-0.966913939
"Sri Lanka president agreeable ""in principle"" to all-party govt after PM, cabinet resign: report",4/27/2022,Politics,"""I agree in principle to an an all-party government representing all parties in parliament be formed.""","Sri Lanka president agreeable ""in principle"" to all-party govt after PM, cabinet resign: report ""I agree in principle to an an all-party government representing all parties in parliament be formed.""",positive,0.950237811
Sri Lanka exhumes remains to identify 'Sara Jasmin',4/27/2022,Political News,Speculation about the identify,Sri Lanka exhumes remains to identify 'Sara Jasmin' Speculation about the identify,negative,-0.966317296
Sri Lanka rupee at 340/355 to TT dollar,4/27/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,Sri Lanka rupee at 340/355 to TT dollar .,negative,-0.917799115
Sri Lanka stock market sees strong recovery after two day plunge,4/27/2022,Markets,Market was opened only for a few minutes in the last two sessions ,Sri Lanka stock market sees strong recovery after two day plunge Market was opened only for a few minutes in the last two sessions ,positive,0.993284822
Sri Lanka cuts capital budget to save soft-pegged rupee,4/27/2022,Economy,"Projects which have not started, and those without raw materials to be suspended","Sri Lanka cuts capital budget to save soft-pegged rupee Projects which have not started, and those without raw materials to be suspended",negative,-0.9957093
Sri Lanka's Tamil National Alliance still undecided on no confidence motion,4/27/2022,Politics,"""We don't know what will happen after the NCM. We don't want to fall from the frying pan to fire.""","Sri Lanka's Tamil National Alliance still undecided on no confidence motion ""We don't know what will happen after the NCM. We don't want to fall from the frying pan to fire.""",negative,-0.838417172
A Sri Lanka currency board would bring immediate confidence: Mark Mobius,4/27/2022,Economy,I like the currency board idea. It will immediately bring confidence.,A Sri Lanka currency board would bring immediate confidence: Mark Mobius I like the currency board idea. It will immediately bring confidence.,positive,0.999778926
Sri Lanka's Litro raises LP gas price to record high,4/27/2022,Energy,The price increase comes after nearly 70 percent depreciation in the rupee since March 7,Sri Lanka's Litro raises LP gas price to record high The price increase comes after nearly 70 percent depreciation in the rupee since March 7,positive,0.842896521
"Sri Lanka equities, sovereign bonds an investment opportunity: Mark Mobius",4/27/2022,Economy,In the equities side the opportunities are even better ,"Sri Lanka equities, sovereign bonds an investment opportunity: Mark Mobius In the equities side the opportunities are even better ",positive,0.996997118
"Sri Lanka to get US$400mn 'shortly' from World Bank, for LP Gas, fertilizer",4/27/2022,Economy," For drugs and health needs, social security, agricultural and food security and gas needs","Sri Lanka to get US$400mn 'shortly' from World Bank, for LP Gas, fertilizer  For drugs and health needs, social security, agricultural and food security and gas needs",negative,-0.993793726
Sri Lanka's CEB costs skyrocket 155-pct amid soft-peg failure,4/26/2022,Energy,"But on April 23, the projected cost had risen by another 200 billion rupees to 705 billion","Sri Lanka's CEB costs skyrocket 155-pct amid soft-peg failure But on April 23, the projected cost had risen by another 200 billion rupees to 705 billion",negative,-0.99405694
Sri Lanka eyes unsolicited renewable energy deals amid forex crisis,4/26/2022,Energy,"Certain friendly states, international suppliers and local private sector have forwarded proposals ","Sri Lanka eyes unsolicited renewable energy deals amid forex crisis Certain friendly states, international suppliers and local private sector have forwarded proposals ",negative,-0.877752781
Sri Lanka's top listed firms take a bow as stock market plunges,4/26/2022,Markets,"The CSE has seen trading only a few minutes in the last two days, but the value of key companies has plummeted ","Sri Lanka's top listed firms take a bow as stock market plunges The CSE has seen trading only a few minutes in the last two days, but the value of key companies has plummeted ",negative,-0.999197662
Sri Lanka to allow fuel import for select sectors after shortage,4/26/2022,Energy,State-run fuel retailer CPC is facing a tough task of meeting fuel demand due to dollar shortage ,Sri Lanka to allow fuel import for select sectors after shortage State-run fuel retailer CPC is facing a tough task of meeting fuel demand due to dollar shortage ,negative,-0.997071147
"Sri Lanka construction industry hit by rupee fall, fuel and power crisis",4/26/2022,Economy,"Construction industry faces 100,000 job losses immediately - CCI CEO","Sri Lanka construction industry hit by rupee fall, fuel and power crisis Construction industry faces 100,000 job losses immediately - CCI CEO",negative,-0.999578655
Sri Lanka rupee at 331/348 to TT dollar,4/26/2022,Bonds & Forex,Bond market inactive ,Sri Lanka rupee at 331/348 to TT dollar Bond market inactive ,negative,-0.998769104
"Sri Lanka, China in talks over alternative proposal for debt restructuring: Minister",4/26/2022,Economy,China is not in favour of debt restructuring. It has proposed to lend more money to pays its own debts - Godahewa,"Sri Lanka, China in talks over alternative proposal for debt restructuring: Minister China is not in favour of debt restructuring. It has proposed to lend more money to pays its own debts - Godahewa",negative,-0.974104583
"Sri Lanka extends free visa for Russian, Ukrainian tourists for another 3 months",4/26/2022,Uncategorized,Tourists from Russia and Ukraine have accounted for a quarter of the total arrivals to Sri Lanka,"Sri Lanka extends free visa for Russian, Ukrainian tourists for another 3 months Tourists from Russia and Ukraine have accounted for a quarter of the total arrivals to Sri Lanka",positive,0.875383615
Sri Lanka stock market closed after index plunges over 10-pct,4/26/2022,Markets,"Concerns over sovereign debt default, 7% policy rate hike, and credit rating downgrade weigh on sentiment.","Sri Lanka stock market closed after index plunges over 10-pct Concerns over sovereign debt default, 7% policy rate hike, and credit rating downgrade weigh on sentiment.",negative,-0.998265207
"Sri Lanka to give resident visas for apartment buyers, dollar depositors",4/26/2022,Business,A lot of apartments are coming up and if there are no buyers there can be a crisis,"Sri Lanka to give resident visas for apartment buyers, dollar depositors A lot of apartments are coming up and if there are no buyers there can be a crisis",negative,-0.960756242
Sri Lanka stock indices plunge over 5% soon after market opens,4/26/2022,Markets,The CSE closed the market last week allowing a cooling down period amid criticism from some investors,Sri Lanka stock indices plunge over 5% soon after market opens The CSE closed the market last week allowing a cooling down period amid criticism from some investors,negative,-0.997917593
"Sri Lanka should tighten monetary policy, raise taxes: IMF",4/26/2022,Economy,Monetary policy has to be tightened to keep inflation in check,"Sri Lanka should tighten monetary policy, raise taxes: IMF Monetary policy has to be tightened to keep inflation in check",negative,-0.995817244
SriLankan Airlines asked delay aircraft lease plan by COPE,4/26/2022,Aviation,As a start all timelines would be extended by 3 months,SriLankan Airlines asked delay aircraft lease plan by COPE As a start all timelines would be extended by 3 months,negative,-0.991100848
Sri Lanka PM under pressure to resign as opposition claims majority,4/25/2022,Political News,"""The view of the SLFP is that all parties should be part of the interim government","Sri Lanka PM under pressure to resign as opposition claims majority ""The view of the SLFP is that all parties should be part of the interim government",negative,-0.984286904
S&P cuts Sri Lanka sovereign rating to selective default (SD),4/25/2022,Economy,We do not expect the government to make the coupon payments within 30 calendar days after their due dates,S&P cuts Sri Lanka sovereign rating to selective default (SD) We do not expect the government to make the coupon payments within 30 calendar days after their due dates,negative,-0.997024357
Sri Lanka hikes controlled prices of 61 drugs amid shortages and rupee fall,4/25/2022,Economy,Wijewantha refused to divulge the recommended rate of increase.,Sri Lanka hikes controlled prices of 61 drugs amid shortages and rupee fall Wijewantha refused to divulge the recommended rate of increase.,negative,-0.979160607
China hopeful of FTA talk resumption with Sri Lanka,4/25/2022,Economy,The FTA between the two countries have not taken place since 2017 after Sri Lanka asked for more time to decide,China hopeful of FTA talk resumption with Sri Lanka The FTA between the two countries have not taken place since 2017 after Sri Lanka asked for more time to decide,negative,-0.955963254
Sri Lanka owes US$ 390 mln to PetroChina for 12 fuel consignment - envoy,4/25/2022,Energy,"China supplied 730,000 tons of fuel in the six months through January 2022 - Qi","Sri Lanka owes US$ 390 mln to PetroChina for 12 fuel consignment - envoy China supplied 730,000 tons of fuel in the six months through January 2022 - Qi",negative,-0.980421305
Sri Lanka sacked minister claims 120 MPs ready to back no confidence vote,4/25/2022,Politics,"""This means 120 MPs are of the view that the government must step down.""","Sri Lanka sacked minister claims 120 MPs ready to back no confidence vote ""This means 120 MPs are of the view that the government must step down.""",negative,-0.98739934
"China ""sad"" that Sri Lanka went to IMF and defaulted: envoy",4/25/2022,Economy,"""Countries that colonised Sri Lanka have more obligations to help at this juncture.""","China ""sad"" that Sri Lanka went to IMF and defaulted: envoy ""Countries that colonised Sri Lanka have more obligations to help at this juncture.""",negative,-0.996633112
Sri Lanka private bus union chief wants slain revolutionary's son to lead youth protesters,4/25/2022,Politics,"""Please come forward for your father, and for justice in this country,” he said.","Sri Lanka private bus union chief wants slain revolutionary's son to lead youth protesters ""Please come forward for your father, and for justice in this country,” he said.",negative,-0.743465781
"Sri Lanka teachers, principals go on strike over fuel price",4/25/2022,Politics,"“Only teachers and principals are even aware of this problem; not ministry officials,” he added.","Sri Lanka teachers, principals go on strike over fuel price “Only teachers and principals are even aware of this problem; not ministry officials,” he added.",negative,-0.984085679
Sri Lanka rupee at 330/345 to TT dollar,4/25/2022,Markets,.,Sri Lanka rupee at 330/345 to TT dollar .,negative,-0.919992983
Sri Lanka no confidence motion: Ceylon Workers' Congress decides to vote against government,4/25/2022,Politics,"""CWC, after extensive discussions, has collectively taken a decision to vote against the present government,"" he said.","Sri Lanka no confidence motion: Ceylon Workers' Congress decides to vote against government ""CWC, after extensive discussions, has collectively taken a decision to vote against the present government,"" he said.",negative,-0.928470254
Sri Lanka stock market closed after falling over 10-pct,4/25/2022,Markets,ASPI drops to it's lowest in 10-months ,Sri Lanka stock market closed after falling over 10-pct ASPI drops to it's lowest in 10-months ,negative,-0.999610603
Sri Lanka stocks plunge 6.6-pct at open,4/25/2022,Markets,Trading to resume at 11.01 am,Sri Lanka stocks plunge 6.6-pct at open Trading to resume at 11.01 am,negative,-0.995613217
Sri Lanka worker remittances down 47.4-pct in March,4/25/2022,Bonds & Forex,Up from February volumes,Sri Lanka worker remittances down 47.4-pct in March Up from February volumes,negative,-0.997667491
Sri Lanka schedules 3h 20min power cuts for April 25,4/24/2022,Energy,Slots may be reduced by 30min if water is available,Sri Lanka schedules 3h 20min power cuts for April 25 Slots may be reduced by 30min if water is available,negative,-0.997621119
"Sri Lanka food importers need US$200mn a month, await India credit line",4/24/2022,Economy,They are trying but so far no money has come,"Sri Lanka food importers need US$200mn a month, await India credit line They are trying but so far no money has come",negative,-0.997976482
Undergrad protesters surround Sri Lanka PM's residence; demand resignation,4/24/2022,Politics,IUSF members in their thousands were greeted by police barricades at entry points to the Galle Face Green.,Undergrad protesters surround Sri Lanka PM's residence; demand resignation IUSF members in their thousands were greeted by police barricades at entry points to the Galle Face Green.,negative,-0.971048772
"Sri Lanka ruling party MP wants prime minister, govt to step down; noncommittal on president",4/24/2022,Politics,"So far, only the SJB's proposals contain a total abolition of Sri Lanka's all-powerful executive presidency.","Sri Lanka ruling party MP wants prime minister, govt to step down; noncommittal on president So far, only the SJB's proposals contain a total abolition of Sri Lanka's all-powerful executive presidency.",negative,-0.998287261
"Re-instating Sri Lanka's currency board would control deficits, inflation, give stability: Hanke",4/24/2022,Economy,A currency board cannot buy Treasury bills and created BOP deficits or currency depreciation,"Re-instating Sri Lanka's currency board would control deficits, inflation, give stability: Hanke A currency board cannot buy Treasury bills and created BOP deficits or currency depreciation",negative,-0.998286784
Sri Lanka's planned debt negotiations welcomed by IMF after first round 'fruitful' talks,4/24/2022,Economy,Says first round technical discussions on IMF program 'fruitful',Sri Lanka's planned debt negotiations welcomed by IMF after first round 'fruitful' talks Says first round technical discussions on IMF program 'fruitful',positive,0.998567343
Sri Lanka prime minister says no interim govt possible without him,4/23/2022,Politics,"""If an interim administration is established, it will have to be under my leadership.""","Sri Lanka prime minister says no interim govt possible without him ""If an interim administration is established, it will have to be under my leadership.""",negative,-0.592578471
Bangladesh a surprising economic success,4/23/2022,Op-ed/Special Reports,Led by garment exports Bangladesh graduating from Least Developed status,Bangladesh a surprising economic success Led by garment exports Bangladesh graduating from Least Developed status,positive,0.999337494
"Sri Lanka's top businesses express solidarity with protestors, call for solutions, stability",4/23/2022,Business,"""We urge all key parties to reach consensus, within the construct of the constitution of the country.""","Sri Lanka's top businesses express solidarity with protestors, call for solutions, stability ""We urge all key parties to reach consensus, within the construct of the constitution of the country.""",positive,0.994261861
Sri Lanka seeks investors to inject US$2bn into central bank: Finance Minister,4/23/2022,Economy,There is a need to bring in investments in US dollars into Sri Lanka's central bank,Sri Lanka seeks investors to inject US$2bn into central bank: Finance Minister There is a need to bring in investments in US dollars into Sri Lanka's central bank,negative,-0.983028173
Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation downgraded to CC by Fitch amid broken soft-peg,4/23/2022,Finance,Fitch believes counterparty risk of SLIC's foreign-currency assets have risen,Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation downgraded to CC by Fitch amid broken soft-peg Fitch believes counterparty risk of SLIC's foreign-currency assets have risen,negative,-0.99682641
Sri Lanka asks for US$1.5bn in new loans from India amid broken soft-peg,4/23/2022,Economy,The talks with India are very successful,Sri Lanka asks for US$1.5bn in new loans from India amid broken soft-peg The talks with India are very successful,positive,0.999503732
"Sri Lanka debt advisors in two weeks, speed up EFF with IMF: Finance Minister",4/22/2022,Economy,We hope to appoint them in the next 15 days,"Sri Lanka debt advisors in two weeks, speed up EFF with IMF: Finance Minister We hope to appoint them in the next 15 days",positive,0.86140734
"Sri Lanka rupee remains at 330/340 to TT dollar, bill yields ease",4/22/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka rupee remains at 330/340 to TT dollar, bill yields ease .",positive,0.994813085
Sri Lanka President declines the resignation of media minister Godahewa,4/22/2022,Politics,"""I want the cabinet to be more inclusive and in line with what people want,"" Godahewa. ","Sri Lanka President declines the resignation of media minister Godahewa ""I want the cabinet to be more inclusive and in line with what people want,"" Godahewa. ",negative,-0.972379386
"Sri Lanka owes India US$1.4bn in ACU payments, deferments expected: Finance Minister",4/22/2022,Economy,There is an official assurance that they can be deferred every two months ,"Sri Lanka owes India US$1.4bn in ACU payments, deferments expected: Finance Minister There is an official assurance that they can be deferred every two months ",positive,0.894542694
"Sri Lanka ruling party stalwart Dullas Alahapperuma asks PM, cabinet to step down",4/22/2022,Politics,"""Every week this decision is delayed, the country's future and stability is ruined for years.""","Sri Lanka ruling party stalwart Dullas Alahapperuma asks PM, cabinet to step down ""Every week this decision is delayed, the country's future and stability is ruined for years.""",negative,-0.999561489
Sri Lanka briefed by Latin America sovereign default expert Lee Buchheit,4/22/2022,Economy,inance Ministry and Central Bank teams arranged for a comprehensive briefing at the IMF HQ on the debt restructuring,Sri Lanka briefed by Latin America sovereign default expert Lee Buchheit inance Ministry and Central Bank teams arranged for a comprehensive briefing at the IMF HQ on the debt restructuring,negative,-0.727904856
Sri Lanka's state-run Litro rejects  price hike claim - official,4/22/2022,Energy,"Litro has requested for a price hike since the last price hike in October 2021 amid rupee fall, global LP gas price hike","Sri Lanka's state-run Litro rejects  price hike claim - official Litro has requested for a price hike since the last price hike in October 2021 amid rupee fall, global LP gas price hike",negative,-0.992944539
Sri Lanka schedules 3 hour power cut on April 23,4/22/2022,Uncategorized,Power cuts up to 3 hours and 20 minutes have been approved for Sri Lanka for April 23,Sri Lanka schedules 3 hour power cut on April 23 Power cuts up to 3 hours and 20 minutes have been approved for Sri Lanka for April 23,negative,-0.951231897
Sri Lanka US$400mn swap rolled over by Reserve Bank of India,4/22/2022,Economy,India's unstinted and multi-faceted support to Sri Lanka continued,Sri Lanka US$400mn swap rolled over by Reserve Bank of India India's unstinted and multi-faceted support to Sri Lanka continued,negative,-0.95419383
"Sri Lanka Cardinal, Easter attack families to meet Pope Francis",4/22/2022,Politics,"“We are pushing the government through international communications.""","Sri Lanka Cardinal, Easter attack families to meet Pope Francis “We are pushing the government through international communications.""",negative,-0.904689908
China pledges essentials to crisis-hit Sri Lanka amid Indian credit lines,4/22/2022,Economy,Chinese pledge comes after India has already pledges with over USD 2.5 billion. ,China pledges essentials to crisis-hit Sri Lanka amid Indian credit lines Chinese pledge comes after India has already pledges with over USD 2.5 billion. ,negative,-0.994525909
"Sri Lanka dumps interest controls, asks to raise deposit rates",4/22/2022,Economy,"Licensed commercial banks shall adjust the deposit rates adequately, in line with the tight monetary policy","Sri Lanka dumps interest controls, asks to raise deposit rates Licensed commercial banks shall adjust the deposit rates adequately, in line with the tight monetary policy",negative,-0.975603759
"Sri Lanka former PM says no RFI, wants no confidence motion delayed, calls for broad consensus",4/22/2022,Politics,"""I agree with the opposition leader that we need a roadmap. Please provide it to us next week,"" said Wickremesinghe.","Sri Lanka former PM says no RFI, wants no confidence motion delayed, calls for broad consensus ""I agree with the opposition leader that we need a roadmap. Please provide it to us next week,"" said Wickremesinghe.",positive,0.718604565
Sri Lanka independent MPs propose 21st amendment; constitutional council proposed,4/22/2022,Politics,"The proposals call for, among other things, a constitutional council chaired by the speaker of parliament.","Sri Lanka independent MPs propose 21st amendment; constitutional council proposed The proposals call for, among other things, a constitutional council chaired by the speaker of parliament.",positive,0.873174071
"Removal of Rajapaksa, government won't solve Sri Lanka crisis - ex-army chief",4/22/2022,Uncategorized,"""Opposition should have the spin to form a minority government if president and PM posts are given"" ","Removal of Rajapaksa, government won't solve Sri Lanka crisis - ex-army chief ""Opposition should have the spin to form a minority government if president and PM posts are given"" ",negative,-0.99540174
Sri Lanka's national inflation gallops to 21.5-pct in March,4/22/2022,Economy,Food prices rose 29.5 percent in the past 12 months,Sri Lanka's national inflation gallops to 21.5-pct in March Food prices rose 29.5 percent in the past 12 months,negative,-0.96224761
"Sri Lanka Finance Minister, CB chief in talks with IMF's Georgieva, Gopinath",4/22/2022,Economy,We discussed policy actions to address economic challenges -Georgieva ,"Sri Lanka Finance Minister, CB chief in talks with IMF's Georgieva, Gopinath We discussed policy actions to address economic challenges -Georgieva ",positive,0.995320141
Sri Lanka schedules 3 hour power cut on April 22,4/22/2022,Energy,Two hours in daytime and 1 hours 20 min in the night,Sri Lanka schedules 3 hour power cut on April 22 Two hours in daytime and 1 hours 20 min in the night,negative,-0.901997268
"Amid defection talks, Sri Lanka's ruling SLPP unanimously decides PM Rajapaksa should continue",4/22/2022,Uncategorized,Strong protests have already led 41 MPs to withdraw their support to Rajapaksa government.  ,"Amid defection talks, Sri Lanka's ruling SLPP unanimously decides PM Rajapaksa should continue Strong protests have already led 41 MPs to withdraw their support to Rajapaksa government.  ",negative,-0.994764686
Vijitha Herath appointed as new chairman of Sri Lanka's state-run Litro Gas,4/22/2022,Energy,Litro faced many controversies under former chairman ,Vijitha Herath appointed as new chairman of Sri Lanka's state-run Litro Gas Litro faced many controversies under former chairman ,negative,-0.985800028
Sri Lanka Cardinal puts Rajapaksa in the dock over Easter attacks,4/21/2022,Politics, I believe everyone responsible this will suffer the consequences of their actions,Sri Lanka Cardinal puts Rajapaksa in the dock over Easter attacks  I believe everyone responsible this will suffer the consequences of their actions,negative,-0.998838961
Second US$500mn fuel credit to Sri Lanka from India not finalized yet: Sources,4/21/2022,Energy,Sri Lankan government has said India has already agreed for the second 500 million US dollar credit line,Second US$500mn fuel credit to Sri Lanka from India not finalized yet: Sources Sri Lankan government has said India has already agreed for the second 500 million US dollar credit line,negative,-0.993953526
Sri Lanka's COPA advises Excise Department to fast-track computer database system,4/21/2022,Fiscal,The committee has instructed the Commissioner General to call for bids from the universities of Moratuwa and Colombo.,Sri Lanka's COPA advises Excise Department to fast-track computer database system The committee has instructed the Commissioner General to call for bids from the universities of Moratuwa and Colombo.,negative,-0.9519943
Sri Lanka to deploy military for funeral of slain protestor,4/21/2022,Political News,"The three forces will assist police in the areas of Devalagama, Rmbukkana and Kegalle Police areas","Sri Lanka to deploy military for funeral of slain protestor The three forces will assist police in the areas of Devalagama, Rmbukkana and Kegalle Police areas",positive,0.954279602
"Long delay, high fuel price turned Sri Lanka protesters violent: eyewitnesses",4/21/2022,Democracy,Protesters and police trade charges of instigating violence first,"Long delay, high fuel price turned Sri Lanka protesters violent: eyewitnesses Protesters and police trade charges of instigating violence first",negative,-0.995425045
Sri Lanka reinforces COVID-19 mask mandate in view of growing public protests,4/21/2022,Health,"The directive will be effective midnight Thursday, he said.","Sri Lanka reinforces COVID-19 mask mandate in view of growing public protests The directive will be effective midnight Thursday, he said.",negative,-0.960071445
"Sri Lanka rupee at 330/340 to TT dollar, bill yields ease",4/21/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka rupee at 330/340 to TT dollar, bill yields ease .",positive,0.999462783
Sri Lanka opposition leader asks fresh probe into Easter attack,4/21/2022,Easter Sunday attacks,Cardinal Malcom Ranjith has criticized the government over the delay of justice for the Easter attack victims.,Sri Lanka opposition leader asks fresh probe into Easter attack Cardinal Malcom Ranjith has criticized the government over the delay of justice for the Easter attack victims.,negative,-0.984936535
Sri Lanka's opposition SJB presents proposed 21st amendment to constitution,4/21/2022,Politics,"""Abolish current executive presidential system: Parliament to elect president.""","Sri Lanka's opposition SJB presents proposed 21st amendment to constitution ""Abolish current executive presidential system: Parliament to elect president.""",negative,-0.943123043
Sri Lanka Rambukkana police shooting witnesses fear police intimidation: Bar Association,4/21/2022,Human Rights,"“Please ensure that there is no interference whatsoever with the witnesses by the police.""","Sri Lanka Rambukkana police shooting witnesses fear police intimidation: Bar Association “Please ensure that there is no interference whatsoever with the witnesses by the police.""",negative,-0.87689817
Sri Lanka coal power plants at breakdown risk without spare parts,4/21/2022,Energy,Major overhauls delayed due to forex shortages now routine maintenance blocked,Sri Lanka coal power plants at breakdown risk without spare parts Major overhauls delayed due to forex shortages now routine maintenance blocked,negative,-0.999290824
"Sri Lanka IMF negotiation team in talks with World Bank, IFC",4/21/2022,Economy,Discussion on economic growth and stability,"Sri Lanka IMF negotiation team in talks with World Bank, IFC Discussion on economic growth and stability",positive,0.973660469
"Sri Lanka promises impartial, independent probe over protester death",4/21/2022,Human Rights,The government requests HRCSL to conduct a probe into Tuesday shooting. ,"Sri Lanka promises impartial, independent probe over protester death The government requests HRCSL to conduct a probe into Tuesday shooting. ",positive,0.964027286
Sri Lanka minister says saved over 300 people by police shooting,4/21/2022,Defence,"""I must say if the police didn't take that action, 300 -400 would have been killed by now,""","Sri Lanka minister says saved over 300 people by police shooting ""I must say if the police didn't take that action, 300 -400 would have been killed by now,""",negative,-0.98602587
Sri Lanka in talks for USD 1 bln from budget airlines - State Minister,4/21/2022,Aviation,"""This a private sector sponsored project to bring in 1 billion dollars to the country through budget airline tourism""","Sri Lanka in talks for USD 1 bln from budget airlines - State Minister ""This a private sector sponsored project to bring in 1 billion dollars to the country through budget airline tourism""",negative,-0.971939445
Foreign Ministry welcomes Pakistan court verdict on lynched Sri Lankan,4/20/2022,Human Rights,Six suspects sentenced to death and nine sentenced to life imprisonment     ,Foreign Ministry welcomes Pakistan court verdict on lynched Sri Lankan Six suspects sentenced to death and nine sentenced to life imprisonment     ,positive,0.976321936
"Sri Lanka scrambles for import credits, ahead of IMF program and failed peg",4/20/2022,Economy,We are trying to manage the interim time period with some bilateral arrangements,"Sri Lanka scrambles for import credits, ahead of IMF program and failed peg We are trying to manage the interim time period with some bilateral arrangements",negative,-0.995669842
"Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields up, 12-month at 24.36-pct",4/20/2022,Bonds & Forex,The 3-month yield up 350 basis points to 23.21-pct,"Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields up, 12-month at 24.36-pct The 3-month yield up 350 basis points to 23.21-pct",negative,-0.85101825
Sri Lanka schedules 3 hours 20 min power cuts on April 21,4/20/2022,Energy,Power cuts of 3 hours and 20 minutes have been approved for Sri Lanka on April 21 and April 22,Sri Lanka schedules 3 hours 20 min power cuts on April 21 Power cuts of 3 hours and 20 minutes have been approved for Sri Lanka on April 21 and April 22,negative,-0.922474563
Sri Lanka dairy farms hit by forex shortages,4/20/2022,Economy,AIDA calls for immediate action to prioritize the importation of raw materials to sustain the industry.,Sri Lanka dairy farms hit by forex shortages AIDA calls for immediate action to prioritize the importation of raw materials to sustain the industry.,negative,-0.994116902
"US, EU, Amnesty International raise concerns over violence in Sri Lanka; call for impartial probe",4/20/2022,Democracy,US Ambassador to Colombo Julie Chung has discussed with the Human Rights Council of Sri Lankan for an investigation ,"US, EU, Amnesty International raise concerns over violence in Sri Lanka; call for impartial probe US Ambassador to Colombo Julie Chung has discussed with the Human Rights Council of Sri Lankan for an investigation ",positive,0.51991117
Sri Lanka opposition leader calls speaker liar for denying president's resignation claim,4/20/2022,Politics,"""Are you saying I am lying? Honorable speaker, do not tell tom pacha (blatant lies),"" said Premadasa, visibly agitated.","Sri Lanka opposition leader calls speaker liar for denying president's resignation claim ""Are you saying I am lying? Honorable speaker, do not tell tom pacha (blatant lies),"" said Premadasa, visibly agitated.",negative,-0.996177077
Sri Lanka speaker conveyed to party leaders president's willingness to resign: opposition leader,4/20/2022,Politics,"""You said at the party leaders that all party leaders of his house go and ask him to step down, he is ready for it.""","Sri Lanka speaker conveyed to party leaders president's willingness to resign: opposition leader ""You said at the party leaders that all party leaders of his house go and ask him to step down, he is ready for it.""",negative,-0.516961873
Sri Lanka President says peaceful protests allowed after fatal shooting,4/20/2022,Political News,Sri Lankan citizens' right to peacefully protest won't be hindered,Sri Lanka President says peaceful protests allowed after fatal shooting Sri Lankan citizens' right to peacefully protest won't be hindered,positive,0.998327434
"Sri Lanka bond market inactive, rupee at 330/340 against USD",4/20/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka bond market inactive, rupee at 330/340 against USD .",negative,-0.999052465
Sri Lanka has enough fuel; difficulty in distribution - Minister,4/20/2022,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka has petrol for 10 days, diesel for 14 days and fuel shipments are coming - Power and Energy Minister ","Sri Lanka has enough fuel; difficulty in distribution - Minister Sri Lanka has petrol for 10 days, diesel for 14 days and fuel shipments are coming - Power and Energy Minister ",negative,-0.963957608
Sri Lanka pays US$38mn for two coal ships: Minister,4/20/2022,Energy,With these two vessels the Coal requirement before the monsoon deadline is fulfilled,Sri Lanka pays US$38mn for two coal ships: Minister With these two vessels the Coal requirement before the monsoon deadline is fulfilled,negative,-0.962823689
"Sri Lanka prime minister ""deeply distressed"" by alleged police killing of protestor",4/20/2022,Politics,"He also called on protestors to ""engage in their civic right with equal respect and honour"".","Sri Lanka prime minister ""deeply distressed"" by alleged police killing of protestor He also called on protestors to ""engage in their civic right with equal respect and honour"".",negative,-0.96958524
"Sri Lanka needs extensive discussions, debt fix, for program - IMF says",4/20/2022,Economy,Has to take steps to restore debt sustainability prior to IMF lending,"Sri Lanka needs extensive discussions, debt fix, for program - IMF says Has to take steps to restore debt sustainability prior to IMF lending",negative,-0.994841635
Sri Lanka schedules 3 hours 20 min power cuts on April 20,4/20/2022,Energy,Two hour cuts in daytime and 1 hour 20 min  cuts at night,Sri Lanka schedules 3 hours 20 min power cuts on April 20 Two hour cuts in daytime and 1 hour 20 min  cuts at night,negative,-0.927511334
Sri Lanka biz chambers call for repeal 20th constitution amendment,4/20/2022,Political News,This will be viewed as a historic positive development for this country ,Sri Lanka biz chambers call for repeal 20th constitution amendment This will be viewed as a historic positive development for this country ,positive,0.999597967
"Sri Lanka asks for quick RFI from IMF, India backing for bigger EFF",4/19/2022,Economy,"Sri Lanka delegation meets IMF, Indian economic delegation in Washington DC ","Sri Lanka asks for quick RFI from IMF, India backing for bigger EFF Sri Lanka delegation meets IMF, Indian economic delegation in Washington DC ",negative,-0.988432944
"One dead, 24 injured in Sri Lanka fuel protest; curfew imposed",4/19/2022,Defence,Sri Lanka sees first death in anti-government protests ,"One dead, 24 injured in Sri Lanka fuel protest; curfew imposed Sri Lanka sees first death in anti-government protests ",negative,-0.987350285
Sri Lanka police chief points finger at former AG over Easter attack probe confusion,4/19/2022,Defence,"Former AG had said ""there was a grand conspiracy in place"" with regard Easter attack.","Sri Lanka police chief points finger at former AG over Easter attack probe confusion Former AG had said ""there was a grand conspiracy in place"" with regard Easter attack.",negative,-0.991934896
Protests intensify in Sri Lanka after record fuel price hike,4/19/2022,Politics,"Video footage broadcast on private media showed plumes of thick, black smoke emanate from tyres burnt on main roads.","Protests intensify in Sri Lanka after record fuel price hike Video footage broadcast on private media showed plumes of thick, black smoke emanate from tyres burnt on main roads.",negative,-0.994466007
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka PM wants 19th amendment restored as short term fix,4/19/2022,Politics,"“With the blessings of the president, we must walk towards broader constitutional reform in the future,” he said.","Crisis-hit Sri Lanka PM wants 19th amendment restored as short term fix “With the blessings of the president, we must walk towards broader constitutional reform in the future,” he said.",positive,0.667239487
Sri Lanka rupee remains at 330/340 to the US dollar,4/19/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,Sri Lanka rupee remains at 330/340 to the US dollar .,negative,-0.994648278
"Sri Lanka plans price formula for fuel, electricity: Minister",4/19/2022,Energy,We will introduce a price formula for fuel,"Sri Lanka plans price formula for fuel, electricity: Minister We will introduce a price formula for fuel",negative,-0.6609779
Sri Lanka moots 21st constitutional amendment,4/19/2022,Political News,Party leaders agree at meeting,Sri Lanka moots 21st constitutional amendment Party leaders agree at meeting,positive,0.847866476
SriLankan Airlines says made profit in March 2022 quarter,4/19/2022,Aviation,Says also made profits in December 2021,SriLankan Airlines says made profit in March 2022 quarter Says also made profits in December 2021,positive,0.942775726
Six sentenced to death in Pakistan for lynching Sri Lankan worker,4/19/2022,Human Rights,Diyawadana was tortured and burnt by the mob who accused him of blasphemy early in December ,Six sentenced to death in Pakistan for lynching Sri Lankan worker Diyawadana was tortured and burnt by the mob who accused him of blasphemy early in December ,negative,-0.994811773
"Sri Lanka's Ceypetco hikes petrol, diesel prices, halts rationing",4/19/2022,Energy,Octane 92 price up to 338 rupees a litre while auto diesel prices raised by 64.2-pct to 289 rupees  ,"Sri Lanka's Ceypetco hikes petrol, diesel prices, halts rationing Octane 92 price up to 338 rupees a litre while auto diesel prices raised by 64.2-pct to 289 rupees  ",negative,-0.994209647
Moody's downgrades Sri Lanka sovereign rating to Ca,4/18/2022,Economy,Creditor losses stemming from the eventual debt restructuring is likely to be material,Moody's downgrades Sri Lanka sovereign rating to Ca Creditor losses stemming from the eventual debt restructuring is likely to be material,negative,-0.996780634
Sri Lanka President says willing to support constitutional changes,4/18/2022,Political News,A largely youth led protest in Sri Lanka has asked President to leave office,Sri Lanka President says willing to support constitutional changes A largely youth led protest in Sri Lanka has asked President to leave office,positive,0.886944175
Sri Lanka schedules 3 hours power cuts on April 19,4/18/2022,Energy,2 hours in the day time and 1 hour 20 minutes in the night,Sri Lanka schedules 3 hours power cuts on April 19 2 hours in the day time and 1 hour 20 minutes in the night,negative,-0.881896555
Sri Lanka evaluating drug tenders under Indian credit line,4/18/2022,Economy,.Sri Lanka's State Pharmaceuticals Corporation has begun evaluating responses to tenders from Indian suppliers ,Sri Lanka evaluating drug tenders under Indian credit line .Sri Lanka's State Pharmaceuticals Corporation has begun evaluating responses to tenders from Indian suppliers ,negative,-0.884928226
Sri Lanka stock brokers support market closure,4/18/2022,Markets,Traders faced difficulties with power and telecom outages,Sri Lanka stock brokers support market closure Traders faced difficulties with power and telecom outages,negative,-0.994606435
Sri Lanka rupee at 330/340 to the US dollar,4/18/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,Sri Lanka rupee at 330/340 to the US dollar .,negative,-0.941150904
Sri Lanka looking at relaxing forced selling rules: CSE Chairman,4/18/2022,Bonds & Forex,Stock prices can move up due money printing and come down when rates correct,Sri Lanka looking at relaxing forced selling rules: CSE Chairman Stock prices can move up due money printing and come down when rates correct,negative,-0.996926248
Sri Lanka President appoints full cabinet,4/18/2022,Political News,.,Sri Lanka President appoints full cabinet .,positive,0.990835905
"Sri Lanka to strengthen state finances, reduce money printing: Treasury secretary",4/18/2022,Economy,What we have to do is reduce the demands made for the central bank to buy Treasury bills,"Sri Lanka to strengthen state finances, reduce money printing: Treasury secretary What we have to do is reduce the demands made for the central bank to buy Treasury bills",negative,-0.978241444
Lanka IOC raises fuel prices to fresh record high,4/18/2022,Energy,"Latest hike will see price of Octane 92 rising 11.6% to record 338 rupees a litre, auto diesel by 35% to 289 rupees ","Lanka IOC raises fuel prices to fresh record high Latest hike will see price of Octane 92 rising 11.6% to record 338 rupees a litre, auto diesel by 35% to 289 rupees ",positive,0.853009164
Sri Lanka schedules 4 hour power cuts on April 18,4/17/2022,Energy,3 hours in the day time and 1 hour and 20 minutes in the evening,Sri Lanka schedules 4 hour power cuts on April 18 3 hours in the day time and 1 hour and 20 minutes in the evening,negative,-0.858565569
"Sri Lanka stagnant for 7-years in output gap, flexible inflation targeting",4/17/2022,Economy,Taxes were were cut and money was printed to target an output gap,"Sri Lanka stagnant for 7-years in output gap, flexible inflation targeting Taxes were were cut and money was printed to target an output gap",negative,-0.997994781
Sri Lanka's economic crisis protests see national unity,4/17/2022,Economy,The protest is within a stone's throw of the country's central bank which is responsible creating forex shortages,Sri Lanka's economic crisis protests see national unity The protest is within a stone's throw of the country's central bank which is responsible creating forex shortages,negative,-0.981608927
Sri Lanka chamber slams SEC over market closure,4/16/2022,Markets,"Since there are circuit breakers, there is no point in closing the market","Sri Lanka chamber slams SEC over market closure Since there are circuit breakers, there is no point in closing the market",negative,-0.997402608
Sri Lanka chamber slams SEC over market closure,4/16/2022,Markets,"Since there are circuit breakers, there is no point in closing the market","Sri Lanka chamber slams SEC over market closure Since there are circuit breakers, there is no point in closing the market",negative,-0.997402608
Sri Lanka coal plant may shut in May unless two ships unloaded: sources,4/16/2022,Economy,"If the coal ships leave if no payment made next week, coal plant may shut in May","Sri Lanka coal plant may shut in May unless two ships unloaded: sources If the coal ships leave if no payment made next week, coal plant may shut in May",negative,-0.999592245
Sri Lanka stock market shut after default announcement,4/16/2022,Economy,To digest monetary meltdown,Sri Lanka stock market shut after default announcement To digest monetary meltdown,negative,-0.9991799
Sri Lanka on the brink of political revolution,4/16/2022,Op-ed/Special Reports,The latest viral video is a Sinhala version of the anti-Fascist Anthem known by its original Italian title BellaCia,Sri Lanka on the brink of political revolution The latest viral video is a Sinhala version of the anti-Fascist Anthem known by its original Italian title BellaCia,negative,-0.993248582
"Sri Lanka's Litro Gas chief resigns, slams ministers, govt for crisis",4/15/2022,Business,Jayasinghe said the govt and the ministers did not support his decisions to stop the illegal activities in the company ,"Sri Lanka's Litro Gas chief resigns, slams ministers, govt for crisis Jayasinghe said the govt and the ministers did not support his decisions to stop the illegal activities in the company ",negative,-0.999378443
Sri Lanka rations fuel to motorists as currency crisis continues,4/15/2022,Energy,"The move comes three days after Sri Lanka declared ""preemptive default"" on its foreign loans ","Sri Lanka rations fuel to motorists as currency crisis continues The move comes three days after Sri Lanka declared ""preemptive default"" on its foreign loans ",negative,-0.987203181
Sri Lanka IMF program could be 400-pct plus quota EFF: CB Governor,4/15/2022,Economy,"An EFF may be the ""most relevant"" given the structural reforms needed.","Sri Lanka IMF program could be 400-pct plus quota EFF: CB Governor An EFF may be the ""most relevant"" given the structural reforms needed.",positive,0.520821631
SriLankan Airlines US$175mn bond downgraded to C by Fitch,4/14/2022,Aviation,The 7 percent bond issued by SriLankan matures in 2024 and carries a government guarantee,SriLankan Airlines US$175mn bond downgraded to C by Fitch The 7 percent bond issued by SriLankan matures in 2024 and carries a government guarantee,negative,-0.741698444
SriLankan Airlines seeks to lease up to 21 aircraft,4/14/2022,Aviation,The business plan of the airline necessitates a 35-aircraft-strong fleet by 2025,SriLankan Airlines seeks to lease up to 21 aircraft The business plan of the airline necessitates a 35-aircraft-strong fleet by 2025,negative,-0.946750402
Sri Lanka imports oil without letters of credit,4/14/2022,Economy,There is an understanding that the ordered stocks will be purchased,Sri Lanka imports oil without letters of credit There is an understanding that the ordered stocks will be purchased,positive,0.635689497
Sri Lanka seeks US$500mn from World Bank: Sabry,4/14/2022,Economy,We met the World Bank agents and we believe they will give us another 500 million US dollars,Sri Lanka seeks US$500mn from World Bank: Sabry We met the World Bank agents and we believe they will give us another 500 million US dollars,negative,-0.992261112
"Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka sovereign rating to C, RD after payment missed",4/14/2022,Economy,"Will downgrade Sri Lanka to 'RD' ""once a payment on an issuance is missed and the grace period has expired.""","Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka sovereign rating to C, RD after payment missed Will downgrade Sri Lanka to 'RD' ""once a payment on an issuance is missed and the grace period has expired.""",negative,-0.998498797
Sri Lanka President issues New Year message in economic crisis,4/14/2022,Political News, This time too we celebrate the dawn of the New Year with the same expectations and fresh hopes,Sri Lanka President issues New Year message in economic crisis  This time too we celebrate the dawn of the New Year with the same expectations and fresh hopes,positive,0.998253524
"Sri Lanka opposition calls for accountability for monetary excesses, default",4/14/2022,Economy,It is a sad day : Harsha,"Sri Lanka opposition calls for accountability for monetary excesses, default It is a sad day : Harsha",negative,-0.99758184
"Sri Lanka dowgradged to CC by S&P, on track for selective default",4/13/2022,Economy,Likely to lower Sri Lanka's foreign currency ratings to 'SD' upon confirmation of nonpayment of interest or principle,"Sri Lanka dowgradged to CC by S&P, on track for selective default Likely to lower Sri Lanka's foreign currency ratings to 'SD' upon confirmation of nonpayment of interest or principle",negative,-0.998513997
Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon 'CCC' rating place on watch for possible downgrade,4/13/2022,Banking, Constrained access to foreign currency funding and indications of stress experienced by banks in the system as result,Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon 'CCC' rating place on watch for possible downgrade  Constrained access to foreign currency funding and indications of stress experienced by banks in the system as result,negative,-0.995764732
Sri Lanka to get US$10mn from World Bank for medicine,4/13/2022,Economy,"Country short of 237 drugs, diagnostic equipment under threat","Sri Lanka to get US$10mn from World Bank for medicine Country short of 237 drugs, diagnostic equipment under threat",negative,-0.998696744
Sri Lanka state private banks on watch for downgrade: Fitch,4/13/2022,Banking,On heightened forex risks,Sri Lanka state private banks on watch for downgrade: Fitch On heightened forex risks,negative,-0.990084291
"Sri Lanka stopped from going to IMF by Attygalle, Jayasundera, Cabraal: Finance Minister",4/13/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka is in discussion with the World Bank for more funds,"Sri Lanka stopped from going to IMF by Attygalle, Jayasundera, Cabraal: Finance Minister Sri Lanka is in discussion with the World Bank for more funds",negative,-0.985605896
Sri Lanka slashes surrender rule to 25-pct of bank dollar receipts,4/12/2022,Economy,But please use this money for essential imports,Sri Lanka slashes surrender rule to 25-pct of bank dollar receipts But please use this money for essential imports,negative,-0.991561472
Sri Lanka's commercial bank sells dollar around 335,4/12/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,Sri Lanka's commercial bank sells dollar around 335 .,negative,-0.512080312
Sri Lanka treasury to curb government spending ahead of IMF deal,4/12/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka has said it cannot pay foreign debts and interest payments from 5.00 pm of Tuesday (12),Sri Lanka treasury to curb government spending ahead of IMF deal Sri Lanka has said it cannot pay foreign debts and interest payments from 5.00 pm of Tuesday (12),negative,-0.980692804
Sri Lanka Development Bonds excluded from re-structuring,4/12/2022,Economy,.,Sri Lanka Development Bonds excluded from re-structuring .,positive,0.6439026
Sri Lanka halts foreign debt repayments in 'pre-emptive negotiated default',4/12/2022,Economy,Government and public sector borrowers,Sri Lanka halts foreign debt repayments in 'pre-emptive negotiated default' Government and public sector borrowers,negative,-0.987068772
Shantha Bandara replaces Shasheendra Rajapaksa as the Agri promotion state minister,4/12/2022,Politics,Bandara is a Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) parliament member representing the Kurunegala district.,Shantha Bandara replaces Shasheendra Rajapaksa as the Agri promotion state minister Bandara is a Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) parliament member representing the Kurunegala district.,positive,0.80858463
"Sri Lanka CPC bans fuel supply in cans, barrels",4/12/2022,Energy,This measure was also to channel the saved fuel to supply uninterrupted power during the Sinhala-Tamil new year,"Sri Lanka CPC bans fuel supply in cans, barrels This measure was also to channel the saved fuel to supply uninterrupted power during the Sinhala-Tamil new year",negative,-0.995424926
Sri Lanka's CPC loses up to 1 billion rupees daily amid rupee fall,4/12/2022,Energy,CPC is losing 110 rupees per litre of diesel sold and 52 rupees for a litre of petrol,Sri Lanka's CPC loses up to 1 billion rupees daily amid rupee fall CPC is losing 110 rupees per litre of diesel sold and 52 rupees for a litre of petrol,negative,-0.999718249
"Sri Lanka PM asks public to be patient, currency crisis being solved",4/11/2022,Political News,Draws parallels between young protestors and armed militants,"Sri Lanka PM asks public to be patient, currency crisis being solved Draws parallels between young protestors and armed militants",negative,-0.604986727
Sri Lanka one year Treasuries yield hits 23.6-pct,4/11/2022,Bonds & Forex,The move comes after the central bank's record high policy rate hike on Friday ,Sri Lanka one year Treasuries yield hits 23.6-pct The move comes after the central bank's record high policy rate hike on Friday ,negative,-0.986711502
Sri Lanka to reduce power cut duration from April 18 as rains start - PUCSL,4/11/2022,Energy,"The power cuts to be reduced due to enough availability of fuel, coal, and water  ","Sri Lanka to reduce power cut duration from April 18 as rains start - PUCSL The power cuts to be reduced due to enough availability of fuel, coal, and water  ",negative,-0.989907622
Sri Lanka PM to make statement on economic crisis,4/11/2022,Political News,Rajapaksa will speak at 7.30pm in a national address,Sri Lanka PM to make statement on economic crisis Rajapaksa will speak at 7.30pm in a national address,positive,0.995449722
Sri Lanka's monthly fuel bill rises to $700 mln in April - CPC,4/11/2022,Energy,"""We are now spending 128 US dollar per barrel of diesel and 121 US dollars for petrol.""","Sri Lanka's monthly fuel bill rises to $700 mln in April - CPC ""We are now spending 128 US dollar per barrel of diesel and 121 US dollars for petrol.""",negative,-0.989725351
Sri Lanka seeks second US$500mn oil credit from India: CPC,4/11/2022,Economy,By end April about 375 to 400 million from the credit line would be used,Sri Lanka seeks second US$500mn oil credit from India: CPC By end April about 375 to 400 million from the credit line would be used,negative,-0.996702373
Sri Lanka govt leaders criticized over Facebook frame with national flag ,4/11/2022,People,President and his allies cursed for ruining the country,Sri Lanka govt leaders criticized over Facebook frame with national flag  President and his allies cursed for ruining the country,negative,-0.993962467
"Sri Lanka central bank US$3.6bn in net debt, large quasi-fiscal losses from March",4/11/2022,Economy,When a central bank has net foreign assets in make a profit when the currency falls. If in debt it will make losses,"Sri Lanka central bank US$3.6bn in net debt, large quasi-fiscal losses from March When a central bank has net foreign assets in make a profit when the currency falls. If in debt it will make losses",negative,-0.99758935
Two more die in Sri Lanka fuel queues amid shortage,4/11/2022,Petroleum,Sri Lanka still face fuel shortage and motorists are forced to wait hours  ,Two more die in Sri Lanka fuel queues amid shortage Sri Lanka still face fuel shortage and motorists are forced to wait hours  ,negative,-0.99910754
"Sri Lanka main opposition, independent group to continue discussions",4/11/2022,Political News,We will continue the discussion,"Sri Lanka main opposition, independent group to continue discussions We will continue the discussion",positive,0.998672247
Sri Lanka President talks with 41 group inconclusive: legislator,4/11/2022,Political News,We could not go as far as that (the interim government proposal),Sri Lanka President talks with 41 group inconclusive: legislator We could not go as far as that (the interim government proposal),negative,-0.990145981
War in Ukraine and its implications in South Asia,4/11/2022,South Asia,.,War in Ukraine and its implications in South Asia .,negative,-0.973698795
Sri Lanka protesters occupy near president's office to continue agitation,4/11/2022,Defence,Demonstrations continued into Sunday night as they occupied Galle Face Green ,Sri Lanka protesters occupy near president's office to continue agitation Demonstrations continued into Sunday night as they occupied Galle Face Green ,negative,-0.970195472
Two Sri Lanka Monetary Board members to continue,4/10/2022,Economy,.,Two Sri Lanka Monetary Board members to continue .,positive,0.995205045
"Sri Lanka schedules 4-hour power cuts for April 11, 12; 2h for April 16, 17",4/10/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka's power cut duration reduced after receiving diesel via Indian fuel credit line,"Sri Lanka schedules 4-hour power cuts for April 11, 12; 2h for April 16, 17 Sri Lanka's power cut duration reduced after receiving diesel via Indian fuel credit line",negative,-0.998001039
"Sri Lanka currency crisis: IMF 'very concerned' as Treasury, CB talks begin",4/9/2022,Economy,We at the IMF are very concerned about the current economic crisis in Sri Lanka and hardships,"Sri Lanka currency crisis: IMF 'very concerned' as Treasury, CB talks begin We at the IMF are very concerned about the current economic crisis in Sri Lanka and hardships",positive,0.975198984
"Sri Lanka requests proposals for legal, financial advisors for debt, IMF",4/9/2022,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka requests proposals for legal, financial advisors for debt, IMF .",negative,-0.965859413
Thousands of Sri Lankans stage mass protest demanding Rajapaksa resignation,4/9/2022,Politics,"Many of them carried placards saying ""Go Home Gota"", while some carried national flags.","Thousands of Sri Lankans stage mass protest demanding Rajapaksa resignation Many of them carried placards saying ""Go Home Gota"", while some carried national flags.",negative,-0.971539021
Sri Lanka opposition eying impeachment amid no-confidence motion: sources,4/9/2022,Political News,Impeachment is a difficult process in Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka opposition eying impeachment amid no-confidence motion: sources Impeachment is a difficult process in Sri Lanka,negative,-0.99275279
"Sri Lanka to appoint legal, financial advisors for debt restructuring in 2 weeks",4/9/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka is facing risk of sovereign debt default after a raft of rating downgrading    ,"Sri Lanka to appoint legal, financial advisors for debt restructuring in 2 weeks Sri Lanka is facing risk of sovereign debt default after a raft of rating downgrading    ",negative,-0.998231232
Sri Lanka’s new CB chief says “catching up” with record rate hike,4/9/2022,Economy,"“We have not been so proactive in the past. That is why we have come to this kind of very difficult situation,”","Sri Lanka’s new CB chief says “catching up” with record rate hike “We have not been so proactive in the past. That is why we have come to this kind of very difficult situation,”",positive,0.974393606
"Sri Lanka stocks fall on economic, political woes; banks lead",4/9/2022,Markets,Central Bank raised the key monetary policy rates by 700 basis points,"Sri Lanka stocks fall on economic, political woes; banks lead Central Bank raised the key monetary policy rates by 700 basis points",negative,-0.998582363
Sri Lanka rupee trades around 323 against US dollar,4/8/2022,Bonds & Forex,the central bank has tightened the policy by increasing the rates by 700 basis points.,Sri Lanka rupee trades around 323 against US dollar the central bank has tightened the policy by increasing the rates by 700 basis points.,negative,-0.976360679
"Sri Lanka's search for a finance minister for IMF talks: appointed, resigned, resignation declined",4/8/2022,Politics,"""I speak today as finance minister. The president chose me for the post because of the requests at that time.""","Sri Lanka's search for a finance minister for IMF talks: appointed, resigned, resignation declined ""I speak today as finance minister. The president chose me for the post because of the requests at that time.""",negative,-0.983244359
Sri Lanka policy rate hiked 700bp to 14.5-pct amid rupee fall,4/8/2022,Economy,.,Sri Lanka policy rate hiked 700bp to 14.5-pct amid rupee fall .,negative,-0.999022126
"Sri Lanka schedules power cuts up to 3.5 hours for April 09, 10",4/8/2022,Energy,"""Our plants still do not have adequate fuel supply to run fully.""","Sri Lanka schedules power cuts up to 3.5 hours for April 09, 10 ""Our plants still do not have adequate fuel supply to run fully.""",negative,-0.999473631
Sri Lanka deputy speaker temporarily withdraws resignation,4/8/2022,Politics,"“I will only hold office till the end of the month, by which think the present tensions will have defused.""","Sri Lanka deputy speaker temporarily withdraws resignation “I will only hold office till the end of the month, by which think the present tensions will have defused.""",negative,-0.988289833
Sri Lanka may be able to get US$3bn from IMF: Sabry,4/8/2022,Economy,"I think we can get 3bn from IMF, over three years 1 billion each from IMF only","Sri Lanka may be able to get US$3bn from IMF: Sabry I think we can get 3bn from IMF, over three years 1 billion each from IMF only",negative,-0.997713804
Sri Lanka talks with IMF extremely urgent: EU delegation,4/8/2022,Economy,.,Sri Lanka talks with IMF extremely urgent: EU delegation .,positive,0.979996443
"Sri Lanka has to act on finance minister, IMF, before economy falls off precipice: chambers",4/8/2022,Economy,We have to act before the economy falls off a complete precipice,"Sri Lanka has to act on finance minister, IMF, before economy falls off precipice: chambers We have to act before the economy falls off a complete precipice",negative,-0.98950839
Sri Lanka president criticized in parliament for crisis,4/8/2022,Politics,President Rajapaksa attended the parliament and listened for his critics  ,Sri Lanka president criticized in parliament for crisis President Rajapaksa attended the parliament and listened for his critics  ,positive,0.990415692
Sri Lanka has used 60-pct of USD 500 mln Indian fuel credit line - sources,4/8/2022,Energy,Around 60 percent of the fuel credit has been already used,Sri Lanka has used 60-pct of USD 500 mln Indian fuel credit line - sources Around 60 percent of the fuel credit has been already used,negative,-0.997060835
"Behind Sri Lanka economic crisis are also Lakshman, Jayasundera, Cabraal, Attygalle: legislator",4/8/2022,Economy,This political economic discourse happened with a set of our officials,"Behind Sri Lanka economic crisis are also Lakshman, Jayasundera, Cabraal, Attygalle: legislator This political economic discourse happened with a set of our officials",positive,0.949163675
"Sri Lanka shares fall to 8-month low on rising rates, political crisis",4/8/2022,Markets,Investors speculate the central bank to raise policy rates by at least 300 basis points on Friday,"Sri Lanka shares fall to 8-month low on rising rates, political crisis Investors speculate the central bank to raise policy rates by at least 300 basis points on Friday",negative,-0.998193443
"Sri Lanka president's close ally admits blunders on IMF, rupee, debt restructuring ",4/8/2022,Energy,"""I was within and outside the cabinet telling that we should have gone to the IMF a year ago.""","Sri Lanka president's close ally admits blunders on IMF, rupee, debt restructuring  ""I was within and outside the cabinet telling that we should have gone to the IMF a year ago.""",negative,-0.997883976
Mahinda Siriwardena made Sri Lanka Treasury Secretary,4/7/2022,Economy,Former Deputy Governor Nandalal Weerasinghe was also appointed Central Bank Governor.,Mahinda Siriwardena made Sri Lanka Treasury Secretary Former Deputy Governor Nandalal Weerasinghe was also appointed Central Bank Governor.,positive,0.99739033
Sri Lanka forex reserves drop to US$1.9bn in March 2022,4/7/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka has printed large volumes of money from 2020 under Modern Monetary Theory,Sri Lanka forex reserves drop to US$1.9bn in March 2022 Sri Lanka has printed large volumes of money from 2020 under Modern Monetary Theory,negative,-0.851652443
Sri Lanka opposition NPP will support govt resolve economic crisis only if president resigns: leader,4/7/2022,Politics,"""'Gota go home' has become the central rallying cry,"" he said.","Sri Lanka opposition NPP will support govt resolve economic crisis only if president resigns: leader ""'Gota go home' has become the central rallying cry,"" he said.",negative,-0.918524742
"Sri Lanka main opposition SJB to table proposal abolishing executive presidency ""very soon""",4/7/2022,Politics,"“We will present a draft bill to abolish the executive presidency very soon. Please consider it.""","Sri Lanka main opposition SJB to table proposal abolishing executive presidency ""very soon"" “We will present a draft bill to abolish the executive presidency very soon. Please consider it.""",positive,0.996291041
Sri Lanka court prevents ex-central bank governor Cabraal from leaving country,4/7/2022,Corruption,Cabraal resigned from the post on Monday ,Sri Lanka court prevents ex-central bank governor Cabraal from leaving country Cabraal resigned from the post on Monday ,negative,-0.983254373
Sri Lanka parliament approves retrospective surcharge tax,4/7/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka is facing its worts financial crisis since the 1948 independence ,Sri Lanka parliament approves retrospective surcharge tax Sri Lanka is facing its worts financial crisis since the 1948 independence ,negative,-0.881054103
Sri Lanka rupee bid at 315 to the US dollar,4/7/2022,Bonds & Forex,The central bank's indicative spot was 309/319 to the US dollar.,Sri Lanka rupee bid at 315 to the US dollar The central bank's indicative spot was 309/319 to the US dollar.,negative,-0.993283629
What Sri Lanka's IMF program should look like,4/7/2022,Bellwether,Steep rate hikes are needed to save the rupee ,What Sri Lanka's IMF program should look like Steep rate hikes are needed to save the rupee ,negative,-0.999301076
Sri Lanka power regulator seeks diesel from India envoy,4/7/2022,Energy,"Therefore the Commission expects your intervention in securing a diesel stock of 37,000 Metric tonnes","Sri Lanka power regulator seeks diesel from India envoy Therefore the Commission expects your intervention in securing a diesel stock of 37,000 Metric tonnes",negative,-0.993660271
Sri Lanka faces essential drug shortage; Experts warn of health crisis,4/7/2022,Uncategorized,"""Within another month time, if this does not get solved, we are going for health crisis in the country as well,""","Sri Lanka faces essential drug shortage; Experts warn of health crisis ""Within another month time, if this does not get solved, we are going for health crisis in the country as well,""",negative,-0.98978126
"Sri Lanka President appoints three experts to help with debt, IMF talks",4/7/2022,Economy,"Coomarasway, Devaranjan and Cooray have international experience","Sri Lanka President appoints three experts to help with debt, IMF talks Coomarasway, Devaranjan and Cooray have international experience",positive,0.985848546
"Sri Lanka bond yields inactive, rupee close at 310 against US dollar",4/7/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka bond yields inactive, rupee close at 310 against US dollar .",negative,-0.997591853
"Sri Lanka stocks down on rising interest rates, political crisis",4/7/2022,Markets,"""We have hit the rock-bottom investor sentiment wise""","Sri Lanka stocks down on rising interest rates, political crisis ""We have hit the rock-bottom investor sentiment wise""",negative,-0.998408854
Sri Lanka President blocks deputy speaker's resignation amid losing support,4/7/2022,Democracy,Tuesday's mass defection from SLPP came amid a worsening economic crisis precipitated a political crisis,Sri Lanka President blocks deputy speaker's resignation amid losing support Tuesday's mass defection from SLPP came amid a worsening economic crisis precipitated a political crisis,negative,-0.997958541
Sri Lanka apparel exporters call for urgent government action,4/6/2022,Agriculture,"Before the situation gets worse, we require immediate, decisive action for workable short and medium-term solutions","Sri Lanka apparel exporters call for urgent government action Before the situation gets worse, we require immediate, decisive action for workable short and medium-term solutions",positive,0.674432933
Sri Lanka resignations heighten uncertainty compounding external crisis: Moody's,4/6/2022,Economy,Protracted political uncertainty is likely to hinder progress in obtaining external financing ,Sri Lanka resignations heighten uncertainty compounding external crisis: Moody's Protracted political uncertainty is likely to hinder progress in obtaining external financing ,negative,-0.999703944
"Sri Lanka tea in crisis as diesel shortage hit transport, factories",4/6/2022,Agriculture,"Similarly, Buyers/Exporters are affected by the lack of fuel and electricity, unable to process ","Sri Lanka tea in crisis as diesel shortage hit transport, factories Similarly, Buyers/Exporters are affected by the lack of fuel and electricity, unable to process ",negative,-0.999678493
Sri Lanka opposition leader demands reasons for emergency; TNA MP calls for vote,4/6/2022,Politics,"Parliament must approve the proclamation, and a subsequent revocation of it has no bearing on the matter, he said.","Sri Lanka opposition leader demands reasons for emergency; TNA MP calls for vote Parliament must approve the proclamation, and a subsequent revocation of it has no bearing on the matter, he said.",negative,-0.999568284
Sri Lanka rupee plunges to world’s worst-performing in monetary meltdown: report,4/6/2022,Bonds & Forex,The selling rate of the US dollar was at 308.4951 while the buying rate was 298.1064 as at 9.30am Wednesday.,Sri Lanka rupee plunges to world’s worst-performing in monetary meltdown: report The selling rate of the US dollar was at 308.4951 while the buying rate was 298.1064 as at 9.30am Wednesday.,negative,-0.999727666
"Sri Lanka Treasury bill action yields rocket, 3-months up 341bp",4/6/2022,Bonds & Forex,The increase of the highest one week gains in gilt yields seen,"Sri Lanka Treasury bill action yields rocket, 3-months up 341bp The increase of the highest one week gains in gilt yields seen",positive,0.989551127
Sri Lanka inks investment deals worth US$765mn in 1Q: BOI,4/6/2022,Economy,"Received applications for projects with 1,412 million US dollars","Sri Lanka inks investment deals worth US$765mn in 1Q: BOI Received applications for projects with 1,412 million US dollars",negative,-0.966536403
Sri Lanka opposition JVP leader denies allegations of party involvement in protests,4/6/2022,Politics,The government has blamed the incidents on organised radical “extremists” affiliated with parties such as the JVP.,Sri Lanka opposition JVP leader denies allegations of party involvement in protests The government has blamed the incidents on organised radical “extremists” affiliated with parties such as the JVP.,negative,-0.944317222
"Sri Lanka main opposition SJB protests in parliament, demands president's resignation",4/6/2022,Politics,"SJB MPs shouted slogans demanding Rajapaksa’s resignation and were seen carrying placards that read “Go home, Gotaâ€...","Sri Lanka main opposition SJB protests in parliament, demands president's resignation SJB MPs shouted slogans demanding Rajapaksa’s resignation and were seen carrying placards that read “Go home, Gotaâ€...",negative,-0.991825581
"HRW urges IMF to tie Sri Lankan deal with human rights, corruption",4/6/2022,Human Rights,"“The protests roiling Sri Lanka are a clear message about many people’s economic situation.""","HRW urges IMF to tie Sri Lankan deal with human rights, corruption “The protests roiling Sri Lanka are a clear message about many people’s economic situation.""",positive,0.993483722
Sri Lanka's worst economic crisis in known history just beginning: Parliament Speaker,4/6/2022,Economy,As I understand it many economists are warning that it can become much worse,Sri Lanka's worst economic crisis in known history just beginning: Parliament Speaker As I understand it many economists are warning that it can become much worse,negative,-0.999554098
"Sri Lanka police to investigate cops who stopped masked, armed riders at protest site",4/6/2022,Politics,The video further shows police officers trying to apprehend the suspicious biker squad.,"Sri Lanka police to investigate cops who stopped masked, armed riders at protest site The video further shows police officers trying to apprehend the suspicious biker squad.",negative,-0.989229739
"Sri Lanka president will absolutely not resign, says chief govt whip as calls for resignation mount",4/6/2022,Politics,"""As a government, we declare that the president will absolutely not resign. We will face this.”","Sri Lanka president will absolutely not resign, says chief govt whip as calls for resignation mount ""As a government, we declare that the president will absolutely not resign. We will face this.”",positive,0.994729638
Sri Lanka leaders facing 'divine retribution' for Easter bombings: Welgama,4/6/2022,Political News,The Easter attacks have brought divine retribution (deva sharperyer wedila thiyennay),Sri Lanka leaders facing 'divine retribution' for Easter bombings: Welgama The Easter attacks have brought divine retribution (deva sharperyer wedila thiyennay),negative,-0.972440839
"Sri Lanka awaits new Finance Minister, Treasury Secretary",4/6/2022,Economy,Short serving minister resigns to make way for an outsider if necessary,"Sri Lanka awaits new Finance Minister, Treasury Secretary Short serving minister resigns to make way for an outsider if necessary",negative,-0.998443663
Japan grants 500 mln yen for  Sri Lanka's phytosanitary certification,4/6/2022,Uncategorized,It will help for precise pest diagnosis at country’s entry and exit points. ,Japan grants 500 mln yen for  Sri Lanka's phytosanitary certification It will help for precise pest diagnosis at country’s entry and exit points. ,negative,-0.776558042
Sri Lanka records zero Covid-19 death since second wave started,4/6/2022,Health,"The total deaths from the pandemic have recorded 16,485 ","Sri Lanka records zero Covid-19 death since second wave started The total deaths from the pandemic have recorded 16,485 ",negative,-0.997431457
"Sri Lankan protestors in Wikipidia edit war on pages of leaders, ex-CB chief to express displeasure",4/6/2022,Democracy,Technical savvy youth have edited some of the Wikipedia pages of Rajapaksa family members,"Sri Lankan protestors in Wikipidia edit war on pages of leaders, ex-CB chief to express displeasure Technical savvy youth have edited some of the Wikipedia pages of Rajapaksa family members",negative,-0.979788721
Embattled Sri Lanka President revokes Emergency Law after losing 42 MPs' backing,4/6/2022,Politics,President's decision comes as his ruling SLPP suffered a major blow with 42 legislators withdrew their support,Embattled Sri Lanka President revokes Emergency Law after losing 42 MPs' backing President's decision comes as his ruling SLPP suffered a major blow with 42 legislators withdrew their support,negative,-0.998488069
Sri Lanka schedules 6.5 hours of power cuts from April 6-8,4/5/2022,Energy,The power utility provider last week pledged to reduce the power cut duration to below 4 hours ,Sri Lanka schedules 6.5 hours of power cuts from April 6-8 The power utility provider last week pledged to reduce the power cut duration to below 4 hours ,negative,-0.991324544
"Sri Lanka stocks rebound strongly amid economic, political concerns",4/5/2022,Markets,"""The market will come off after the central bank raises interest rates."" ","Sri Lanka stocks rebound strongly amid economic, political concerns ""The market will come off after the central bank raises interest rates."" ",positive,0.997600138
"Sri Lanka axes Norway, Iraq embassies, Sydney consulate over currency crisis",4/5/2022,Uncategorized,Restructuring due to foreign currency constraints faced by the country,"Sri Lanka axes Norway, Iraq embassies, Sydney consulate over currency crisis Restructuring due to foreign currency constraints faced by the country",negative,-0.972155213
"Sri Lanka bond market inactive, rupee close at 310 to US dollar",4/5/2022,Bonds & Forex,"""There was not even a single transaction in the market today,"" a market dealer said.","Sri Lanka bond market inactive, rupee close at 310 to US dollar ""There was not even a single transaction in the market today,"" a market dealer said.",negative,-0.99910754
Sri Lanka Treasury Secretary resigns,4/5/2022,Economy,Newly appointed Finance Minister also resigned after a day,Sri Lanka Treasury Secretary resigns Newly appointed Finance Minister also resigned after a day,negative,-0.996785998
Sri Lanka defence establishment monitoring protests for acts of violence: official,4/5/2022,Defence,"Legal action will be taken against such violent elements, said Gunaratne.","Sri Lanka defence establishment monitoring protests for acts of violence: official Legal action will be taken against such violent elements, said Gunaratne.",negative,-0.989397883
Sri Lanka Finance Minister Ali Sabry resigns; ready to vacate parliament seat,4/5/2022,Politics,"“It is my fervent hope that those who love our country will understand the enormous challenges.""","Sri Lanka Finance Minister Ali Sabry resigns; ready to vacate parliament seat “It is my fervent hope that those who love our country will understand the enormous challenges.""",negative,-0.919050932
Forty-two government MPs in crisis-hit Sri Lanka sits independently in parliament,4/5/2022,Politics,"The Ceylon Workers Congress (CWC), too, will function independently in parliament.","Forty-two government MPs in crisis-hit Sri Lanka sits independently in parliament The Ceylon Workers Congress (CWC), too, will function independently in parliament.",positive,0.950269997
"Sri Lanka bond market inactive, rupee at 310 to US dollar",4/5/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka bond market inactive, rupee at 310 to US dollar .",negative,-0.9989568
"Abolish executive presidency, Sri Lanka opposition leader says in fiery speech",4/5/2022,Politics,"“The time has come to change the executive presidency. Let us use this opportunity,” he said.","Abolish executive presidency, Sri Lanka opposition leader says in fiery speech “The time has come to change the executive presidency. Let us use this opportunity,” he said.",positive,0.847420931
"Sri Lanka ex-PM say spoke to IMF MD, to take initiative on foreign aid",4/5/2022,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka ex-PM say spoke to IMF MD, to take initiative on foreign aid .",positive,0.839807093
"Bring back 19th amendment, rescind 20th: Sri Lanka former president Sirisena",4/5/2022,Politics,Sirisena said the 14 MPs that represent the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) will act independently in parliament,"Bring back 19th amendment, rescind 20th: Sri Lanka former president Sirisena Sirisena said the 14 MPs that represent the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) will act independently in parliament",positive,0.994248152
Sri Lanka parliament deputy speaker resigns after SLFP quits government,4/5/2022,Politics,The SLFP also rejected an invitation by President Rajapaksa to form an interim administration.,Sri Lanka parliament deputy speaker resigns after SLFP quits government The SLFP also rejected an invitation by President Rajapaksa to form an interim administration.,negative,-0.999229908
Sri Lanka power regulator wants minister for crisis hit energy sector,4/5/2022,Energy,.,Sri Lanka power regulator wants minister for crisis hit energy sector .,negative,-0.909885168
Sri Lanka to get central bank governor as rupee weakens,4/5/2022,Economy,Nandal Weerasinghe to take over on April 07,Sri Lanka to get central bank governor as rupee weakens Nandal Weerasinghe to take over on April 07,negative,-0.997528136
"Sri Lanka president still commands support, claims top minister as calls for resignation mount",4/4/2022,Uncategorized,"“There is a constitution. Anyone can say resign,” said Fernando, fielding questions from reporters.","Sri Lanka president still commands support, claims top minister as calls for resignation mount “There is a constitution. Anyone can say resign,” said Fernando, fielding questions from reporters.",positive,0.620273173
Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's majority falls amid protests,4/4/2022,Political News,Opposition rejects calls for an all party government,Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's majority falls amid protests Opposition rejects calls for an all party government,negative,-0.99894923
"Sri Lanka shares nosedive to 8-month low on political, economic risks ",4/4/2022,Markets,Sri Lanka's entire cabinet resigned late on Sunday due to mounting pressure by the public protests,"Sri Lanka shares nosedive to 8-month low on political, economic risks  Sri Lanka's entire cabinet resigned late on Sunday due to mounting pressure by the public protests",negative,-0.997971356
Sri Lanka political crisis hits monetary policy decision,4/4/2022,Economy,.,Sri Lanka political crisis hits monetary policy decision .,positive,0.799956501
Sri Lanka President appoints his former lawyer as finance minister in temporary cabinet,4/4/2022,Corruption,"Sri Lanka Parliament meets on Tuesday, April 5.","Sri Lanka President appoints his former lawyer as finance minister in temporary cabinet Sri Lanka Parliament meets on Tuesday, April 5.",positive,0.871811628
Sri Lanka schedules 6.5 hours of power cuts for April 5,4/4/2022,Energy,"A 13-hour power cuts prevailed last week, but the duration is shortened after Indian fuel shipments arrived in.","Sri Lanka schedules 6.5 hours of power cuts for April 5 A 13-hour power cuts prevailed last week, but the duration is shortened after Indian fuel shipments arrived in.",negative,-0.996891081
Sri Lanka proposed interim govt: Opposition JVP/NPP rejects president's invitation,4/4/2022,Politics,"“That’s not the issue at hand. The people have spoken with one voice.""","Sri Lanka proposed interim govt: Opposition JVP/NPP rejects president's invitation “That’s not the issue at hand. The people have spoken with one voice.""",negative,-0.964504838
"Protests erupt in Sri Lanka demanding prez, govt resignation; protests seen near PM residence",4/4/2022,Politics,"Tangalle in the island's deep south and is part of the Hambantota district, long considered a Rajapaksa stronghold.","Protests erupt in Sri Lanka demanding prez, govt resignation; protests seen near PM residence Tangalle in the island's deep south and is part of the Hambantota district, long considered a Rajapaksa stronghold.",negative,-0.980760932
Sri Lanka president invites all parties to accept cabinet portfolios as political crisis deepens,4/4/2022,Politics,The opposition has criticised the government over what it's called the its heavy-handed response to the public protests.,Sri Lanka president invites all parties to accept cabinet portfolios as political crisis deepens The opposition has criticised the government over what it's called the its heavy-handed response to the public protests.,negative,-0.986156583
"Sri Lanka ICT leaders call for stability, access to dollars for essential services, end to emergency",4/4/2022,Business,Sri Lanka’s digital economy represents approximately 4.37% of GDP.,"Sri Lanka ICT leaders call for stability, access to dollars for essential services, end to emergency Sri Lanka’s digital economy represents approximately 4.37% of GDP.",positive,0.911248446
Sri Lanka stock trading halted after 7.9-pct plunge,4/4/2022,Uncategorized,The market halted second time with only three minutes trading has taken place. ,Sri Lanka stock trading halted after 7.9-pct plunge The market halted second time with only three minutes trading has taken place. ,negative,-0.998162687
Sri Lanka central bank Governor Nivard Cabraal resigns,4/4/2022,Economy,.,Sri Lanka central bank Governor Nivard Cabraal resigns .,negative,-0.998884022
Sri Lanka UDA amendments: Condominium Developers Association proposes alternatives,4/4/2022,Business,"The proposed amendments include key elements that adversely affect the industry, the statement said.","Sri Lanka UDA amendments: Condominium Developers Association proposes alternatives The proposed amendments include key elements that adversely affect the industry, the statement said.",negative,-0.989086986
"Sri Lanka main SJB slams 'sham' cabinet resignation, says no deal",4/4/2022,Political News,It is the stance of the SJB that we will not agree to any solution where the President does not resign.,"Sri Lanka main SJB slams 'sham' cabinet resignation, says no deal It is the stance of the SJB that we will not agree to any solution where the President does not resign.",negative,-0.999108732
Sri Lanka stock trading halted after 5.9-pct plunge,4/4/2022,Bonds & Forex,Political crisis adds to economic crisis,Sri Lanka stock trading halted after 5.9-pct plunge Political crisis adds to economic crisis,negative,-0.998530984
"Sri Lanka CSE cuts trading to 2-hours amid power cuts, political crisis",4/4/2022,Uncategorized,The shortened trading time comes after the market plunged over 10 percent following public protests ,"Sri Lanka CSE cuts trading to 2-hours amid power cuts, political crisis The shortened trading time comes after the market plunged over 10 percent following public protests ",negative,-0.995217979
Man dies of falling near Sri Lanka president's house,4/4/2022,Uncategorized,Area people said the person had climbed a power post to protest against the power cuts,Man dies of falling near Sri Lanka president's house Area people said the person had climbed a power post to protest against the power cuts,negative,-0.995824099
Sri Lanka President to invite opposition to a new cabinet: Keheliya,4/4/2022,Political News, President will invite the opposition and offer certain portfolios in the next cabinet as the opposition,Sri Lanka President to invite opposition to a new cabinet: Keheliya  President will invite the opposition and offer certain portfolios in the next cabinet as the opposition,positive,0.991008222
Sri Lanka cabinet ministers give resignations to PM: Dinesh,4/3/2022,Politics,After discussing with the President the steps to be taken will be decided,Sri Lanka cabinet ministers give resignations to PM: Dinesh After discussing with the President the steps to be taken will be decided,negative,-0.973479033
Speculation that Sri Lanka Prime Minister would to step down denied,4/3/2022,Economy,Pressure from constituent parties for interim government,Speculation that Sri Lanka Prime Minister would to step down denied Pressure from constituent parties for interim government,negative,-0.937731147
Sri Lanka's ruling party operatives in twitter clash over social media ban,4/3/2022,Political News,"""Aren’t you the digital minister? Can’t you tell your uncle Gotabaya Rajapaksa?"" ","Sri Lanka's ruling party operatives in twitter clash over social media ban ""Aren’t you the digital minister? Can’t you tell your uncle Gotabaya Rajapaksa?"" ",negative,-0.995780826
Sri Lanka schedules 5 hours of power cuts for Apr 04,4/3/2022,Energy,CEB had requested 7 hours,Sri Lanka schedules 5 hours of power cuts for Apr 04 CEB had requested 7 hours,negative,-0.971892893
Sri Lanka biz chamber 'gravely concerned' over emergency,4/3/2022,Economy,Emergency can cause serious damage to the tourism sector,Sri Lanka biz chamber 'gravely concerned' over emergency Emergency can cause serious damage to the tourism sector,negative,-0.999098182
Sri Lanka social media ban removed,4/3/2022,ICT,By 1530pm all social media platforms were working,Sri Lanka social media ban removed By 1530pm all social media platforms were working,negative,-0.965426266
Sri Lanka under international scrutiny after emergency rule to scuttle protests,4/3/2022,Democracy,Protest are triggered by shortages and steep fall of the currency,Sri Lanka under international scrutiny after emergency rule to scuttle protests Protest are triggered by shortages and steep fall of the currency,negative,-0.999486685
Sri Lanka power regulator asks social media ban to be removed,4/3/2022,ICT,PUCSL requests TRC and all Mobile operators to activate/restore all social media platforms immediately,Sri Lanka power regulator asks social media ban to be removed PUCSL requests TRC and all Mobile operators to activate/restore all social media platforms immediately,negative,-0.987116873
Sri Lanka main opposition defies curfew to protest,4/3/2022,Political News,March from opposition leader's office to Independence square,Sri Lanka main opposition defies curfew to protest March from opposition leader's office to Independence square,positive,0.90192163
"Sri Lanka blocks social media, arrests economic crisis protestors",4/3/2022,Defence,Social media activists had planned national protests at several locations on Sunday,"Sri Lanka blocks social media, arrests economic crisis protestors Social media activists had planned national protests at several locations on Sunday",negative,-0.985233247
Sri Lanka bars public gatherings amid curfew till April 04,4/3/2022,Legal,Defence Ministry permission needed for gatherings,Sri Lanka bars public gatherings amid curfew till April 04 Defence Ministry permission needed for gatherings,negative,-0.967245519
Sri Lanka schedules less than 2 hour power cuts using borrowed fuel,4/2/2022,Energy,"Sri Lanka has received a 40,000 metric tonne diesel consignment under a 500 million dollar Indian credit line","Sri Lanka schedules less than 2 hour power cuts using borrowed fuel Sri Lanka has received a 40,000 metric tonne diesel consignment under a 500 million dollar Indian credit line",negative,-0.995422661
Sri Lanka gets diesel ship from Indian credit line,4/2/2022,Energy,The distribution is expected to start from this evening,Sri Lanka gets diesel ship from Indian credit line The distribution is expected to start from this evening,negative,-0.865816355
Sri Lanka declares long curfew ahead of social media led protest,4/2/2022,Politics,A nation-wide curfew will be imposed from 1800 hours on April 02 to 0600 hours on Monday April 04,Sri Lanka declares long curfew ahead of social media led protest A nation-wide curfew will be imposed from 1800 hours on April 02 to 0600 hours on Monday April 04,negative,-0.942296207
Sri Lanka power regulator wants early school closure,4/2/2022,Energy,Private bus and school van operators have threatened to stop services if diesel shortages continue,Sri Lanka power regulator wants early school closure Private bus and school van operators have threatened to stop services if diesel shortages continue,negative,-0.997115254
India says not sending troops to Sri Lanka,4/2/2022,Defence,Response to some reports,India says not sending troops to Sri Lanka Response to some reports,negative,-0.986470282
Over 300 Sri Lanka lawyers flock to represent 53 arrested protestors,4/2/2022,Politics,"""People have the fundamental rights to express their displeasure without crossing the limit."" ","Over 300 Sri Lanka lawyers flock to represent 53 arrested protestors ""People have the fundamental rights to express their displeasure without crossing the limit."" ",positive,0.97559458
Sri Lanka imports up 23-pct in January as tourism recovers,4/2/2022,Economy,Exports also up,Sri Lanka imports up 23-pct in January as tourism recovers Exports also up,positive,0.757479072
Sri Lanka President declares emergency as economic crisis spark protests,4/2/2022,Political News,Country faces forex shortages and galloping inflation after two years of money printing,Sri Lanka President declares emergency as economic crisis spark protests Country faces forex shortages and galloping inflation after two years of money printing,negative,-0.995946944
Sri Lanka imposes police curfew in Western province after violence,4/1/2022,Uncategorized,Protesters had been demanding Rajapaksa to step down citing he has failed to address the ongoing economic crisis,Sri Lanka imposes police curfew in Western province after violence Protesters had been demanding Rajapaksa to step down citing he has failed to address the ongoing economic crisis,negative,-0.995897055
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts up to 8.5 hours for April 02,4/1/2022,Energy,Saturday's power cut duration has declined to 8.5 hours from Friday's 12 hours ,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts up to 8.5 hours for April 02 Saturday's power cut duration has declined to 8.5 hours from Friday's 12 hours ,negative,-0.997022212
Sri Lanka's violent protest costs Rs.39 mln; protesters to be charged under common law-police,4/1/2022,Politics,They will be charged for damaging public property and under other laws in common law of the country,Sri Lanka's violent protest costs Rs.39 mln; protesters to be charged under common law-police They will be charged for damaging public property and under other laws in common law of the country,negative,-0.994224131
Sri Lanka power regulator in court seeking US$200mn from central bank,4/1/2022,Energy,The regulator says relevant authorities have failed to take advice given since 2016 ,Sri Lanka power regulator in court seeking US$200mn from central bank The regulator says relevant authorities have failed to take advice given since 2016 ,negative,-0.998831213
UN Sri Lanka  concerned over violence during economic crisis protest; calls for restraint,4/1/2022,International Relations,"In a tweet posted Friday afternoon, Singer-Hamdy called for restraint from all groups.","UN Sri Lanka  concerned over violence during economic crisis protest; calls for restraint In a tweet posted Friday afternoon, Singer-Hamdy called for restraint from all groups.",negative,-0.984672129
"Sri Lanka blames terrorists, extremists, Arab spring operatives for protest violence",4/1/2022,Defence,I think extremist is wrong. I think the correct word is terrorist,"Sri Lanka blames terrorists, extremists, Arab spring operatives for protest violence I think extremist is wrong. I think the correct word is terrorist",negative,-0.997743607
"Sri Lanka govt blames March 31 protest on non-religious ""extremist"" elements linked to opposition",4/1/2022,Politics,The two opposition parties have yet to respond to the allegation.,"Sri Lanka govt blames March 31 protest on non-religious ""extremist"" elements linked to opposition The two opposition parties have yet to respond to the allegation.",negative,-0.989795625
Sri Lanka stock market closed after 10.4-pct drop,4/1/2022,Markets,Please note that the Market has been closed for the rest of the day,Sri Lanka stock market closed after 10.4-pct drop Please note that the Market has been closed for the rest of the day,negative,-0.998800397
Sri Lanka stock trading halted after 9.6-pct drop,4/1/2022,Markets,The second trading halt for the day,Sri Lanka stock trading halted after 9.6-pct drop The second trading halt for the day,negative,-0.999463379
Sri Lanka stock trading halted after 5-pct drop,4/1/2022,Markets,Stocks have been falling as forex shortages worsened from a soft-peg,Sri Lanka stock trading halted after 5-pct drop Stocks have been falling as forex shortages worsened from a soft-peg,negative,-0.999446809
Sri Lanka has to work fast to contain multiple defaults as Tanzi bites: Bellwether,4/1/2022,Bellwether,A flexible exchange rate fails because it is not rule bound,Sri Lanka has to work fast to contain multiple defaults as Tanzi bites: Bellwether A flexible exchange rate fails because it is not rule bound,negative,-0.999668717
"Sri Lanka diesel shortage hits power, worker transport: apparel exporters",4/1/2022,Apparel,fuel shortages are affecting our ability to transport our goods and provide staff transport,"Sri Lanka diesel shortage hits power, worker transport: apparel exporters fuel shortages are affecting our ability to transport our goods and provide staff transport",negative,-0.980755389
Sri Lanka inflation gallops to 18.7-pct in March 2022,4/1/2022,Economy,Country facing galloping inflation after Modern Monetary Theory,Sri Lanka inflation gallops to 18.7-pct in March 2022 Country facing galloping inflation after Modern Monetary Theory,negative,-0.99055028
Sri Lanka capital sections under curfew after economic crisis protests,4/1/2022,Political News,Protestors blocked the road to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's house,Sri Lanka capital sections under curfew after economic crisis protests Protestors blocked the road to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's house,negative,-0.976892054
Sri Lanka protestors tear gassed near President Rajapaksa's residence,3/31/2022,Economy,Protestors shout slogans demanding solutions to an economic crisis,Sri Lanka protestors tear gassed near President Rajapaksa's residence Protestors shout slogans demanding solutions to an economic crisis,negative,-0.975788832
"Sri Lanka currency board option analyzed by think tank, but repeats false Argentina claim",3/31/2022,Economy,It is helpful to know what a currency board is,"Sri Lanka currency board option analyzed by think tank, but repeats false Argentina claim It is helpful to know what a currency board is",negative,-0.993142366
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts up to 12 hours for April 01,3/31/2022,Energy,Power cut duration has been extended mainly due to lack of fuel amid severe shortage of US dollars for imports.,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts up to 12 hours for April 01 Power cut duration has been extended mainly due to lack of fuel amid severe shortage of US dollars for imports.,negative,-0.999069989
Indian credit line: Sri Lanka's SPC calls tenders from Indian medical suppliers,3/31/2022,Economy,A private sector source said conditions are worsening for private sector importers.,Indian credit line: Sri Lanka's SPC calls tenders from Indian medical suppliers A private sector source said conditions are worsening for private sector importers.,negative,-0.998882711
Sri Lanka Telecom takes three channels temporarily off PeoTV citing payment difficulties,3/31/2022,Business,"The privately owned Dialog Axiata Plc, however, has so far not experienced such issues, a spokesperson said.","Sri Lanka Telecom takes three channels temporarily off PeoTV citing payment difficulties The privately owned Dialog Axiata Plc, however, has so far not experienced such issues, a spokesperson said.",negative,-0.99421376
Sri Lanka opposition parties react to purported apolitical protest on April 03,3/31/2022,Politics,"""We also wish to stress that we will not try to take credit for a spontaneous people's protest,"" the statement said.","Sri Lanka opposition parties react to purported apolitical protest on April 03 ""We also wish to stress that we will not try to take credit for a spontaneous people's protest,"" the statement said.",negative,-0.970696867
Sri Lanka's Dehiwala zoo director general Shermila Rajapaksa replaced,3/31/2022,Politics,She claimed that from 2019 onwards a compost manufacturing racket was going on within the premises.,Sri Lanka's Dehiwala zoo director general Shermila Rajapaksa replaced She claimed that from 2019 onwards a compost manufacturing racket was going on within the premises.,negative,-0.990423083
Sri Lanka money changer suspended for paying more rupees for dollars,3/31/2022,Bonds & Forex,Had attempted to purchase foreign currency from its customers at higher rates than banks,Sri Lanka money changer suspended for paying more rupees for dollars Had attempted to purchase foreign currency from its customers at higher rates than banks,negative,-0.994552314
Power cuts restrict Sri Lanka stock trading to two hours,3/31/2022,Markets,"On Wednesday (30), the island went for a 10-hour power cut and announced a 13-hour long for Thursday.","Power cuts restrict Sri Lanka stock trading to two hours On Wednesday (30), the island went for a 10-hour power cut and announced a 13-hour long for Thursday.",negative,-0.996297538
Sri Lanka hopes to reduce power cuts after April 02 Indian diesel ship,3/31/2022,Energy,We can reduce power cuts to some extent after that,Sri Lanka hopes to reduce power cuts after April 02 Indian diesel ship We can reduce power cuts to some extent after that,negative,-0.993553162
Sri Lanka president Gotabaya Rajapaksa restricts comments on Facebook page,3/31/2022,Free Speech,"Social media researcher Sanjana Hattotuwa tweeted that the apparent restriction of comments was ""revealing"".","Sri Lanka president Gotabaya Rajapaksa restricts comments on Facebook page Social media researcher Sanjana Hattotuwa tweeted that the apparent restriction of comments was ""revealing"".",negative,-0.987897038
Sri Lanka stock trading halted as market plunges over 5.0-pct,3/31/2022,Markets,This is the second day the trading was halted immediately after market open ,Sri Lanka stock trading halted as market plunges over 5.0-pct This is the second day the trading was halted immediately after market open ,negative,-0.999524832
"Sri Lanka's Litro gas seeks price hike, hit by Rs4.5bn forex loss",3/31/2022,Energy,Litro imports gas on one month credit,"Sri Lanka's Litro gas seeks price hike, hit by Rs4.5bn forex loss Litro imports gas on one month credit",negative,-0.996690631
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts up to 13-hours for March 31,3/30/2022,Energy,The CEB increases the duration of power cuts,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts up to 13-hours for March 31 The CEB increases the duration of power cuts,negative,-0.970089316
"Economic woes, power cuts drag Sri Lanka shares to over 6-month low",3/30/2022,Markets,"""All the possible negative factors in the market played a role in today's plunge""","Economic woes, power cuts drag Sri Lanka shares to over 6-month low ""All the possible negative factors in the market played a role in today's plunge""",negative,-0.999433458
"BIMSTEC ends with Charter signed; members look for more trade, investment ties",3/30/2022,International Relations,The new Charter gives the group an international identity,"BIMSTEC ends with Charter signed; members look for more trade, investment ties The new Charter gives the group an international identity",positive,0.718069434
"Sri Lanka could face longer power cuts, bus operators may withdraw as fuel shortages bite",3/30/2022,Energy,"Sri Lanka faces grim reality of the dollar shortage-led fuel, power crisis","Sri Lanka could face longer power cuts, bus operators may withdraw as fuel shortages bite Sri Lanka faces grim reality of the dollar shortage-led fuel, power crisis",negative,-0.998587489
"Sri Lanka rupee hits moral suasion at 330 to US dollar, kerb market ducks",3/30/2022,Bonds & Forex,No firm offers or bids for spot dollars on Wednesday,"Sri Lanka rupee hits moral suasion at 330 to US dollar, kerb market ducks No firm offers or bids for spot dollars on Wednesday",negative,-0.998953462
Sri Lanka's Commercial Leasing out from liquid index; Softlogic Life Insurance in,3/30/2022,Markets,The move will go into effect on March 31 when Commercial Leasing and Finance PLC would cease to exist,Sri Lanka's Commercial Leasing out from liquid index; Softlogic Life Insurance in The move will go into effect on March 31 when Commercial Leasing and Finance PLC would cease to exist,negative,-0.800529242
Sri Lanka 3-month bill yield up 72bp,3/30/2022,Bonds & Forex,It is not clear why 12-month bills are not accepted,Sri Lanka 3-month bill yield up 72bp It is not clear why 12-month bills are not accepted,negative,-0.99774003
Sri Lanka's economic crisis affects health sector,3/30/2022,Economy,"""It was renewed within the day, and operations are being carried out as usual,” he said.","Sri Lanka's economic crisis affects health sector ""It was renewed within the day, and operations are being carried out as usual,” he said.",positive,0.947989762
Sri Lanka stock trading halted again as market plunges 7.5-pct,3/30/2022,Stocks & Companies,The broader All Share Index was down 5.27 percent.,Sri Lanka stock trading halted again as market plunges 7.5-pct The broader All Share Index was down 5.27 percent.,negative,-0.999706447
Sri Lanka stock trading halted as market plunges 5.0-pct,3/30/2022,Economy,The S&P SL 20 index fell 5.53 percent when the market halted trading.,Sri Lanka stock trading halted as market plunges 5.0-pct The S&P SL 20 index fell 5.53 percent when the market halted trading.,negative,-0.999665141
Sri Lanka electricity demand soars despite power cuts as price hike delayed,3/30/2022,Energy,Customers adapt. But 10 hour power cuts will not leave room,Sri Lanka electricity demand soars despite power cuts as price hike delayed Customers adapt. But 10 hour power cuts will not leave room,positive,0.647299707
India Minister Jaishankar visits Sri Lanka's Suwaseriya paramedics,3/30/2022,Economy,Jaishankar was accompanied by opposition legislator Harsha de Silva who helped found the 1990 Suwaseriya ambulance,India Minister Jaishankar visits Sri Lanka's Suwaseriya paramedics Jaishankar was accompanied by opposition legislator Harsha de Silva who helped found the 1990 Suwaseriya ambulance,positive,0.964905083
Sri Lanka calls for greater economic corporation among BIMSTEC members,3/30/2022,International Relations,"Members asked BIMSTEC to fast-track activities in sectors such as agriculture, food security, connectivity and energy","Sri Lanka calls for greater economic corporation among BIMSTEC members Members asked BIMSTEC to fast-track activities in sectors such as agriculture, food security, connectivity and energy",positive,0.566304326
"Sri Lanka stocks fall to near six-month low on margin calls, economic concerns",3/30/2022,Uncategorized,Margin calls force investors to sell their shares for month-end settling ,"Sri Lanka stocks fall to near six-month low on margin calls, economic concerns Margin calls force investors to sell their shares for month-end settling ",negative,-0.99850744
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts up to 10-hours for March 30,3/29/2022,Energy,Power cut duration has been increased to 10 hours from Wednesday ,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts up to 10-hours for March 30 Power cut duration has been increased to 10 hours from Wednesday ,negative,-0.962207615
Sri Lanka's sacked govt dissidents to bring constitutional amendment to keep dual citizens at bay,3/29/2022,Politics,"“We have no desire to bring another Rajapaksa to power.""","Sri Lanka's sacked govt dissidents to bring constitutional amendment to keep dual citizens at bay “We have no desire to bring another Rajapaksa to power.""",negative,-0.980099857
Sri Lanka rupee traded at 330 to the US dollar,3/29/2022,Economy,Banks have to sell 50-pct of forex receipts to the central bank,Sri Lanka rupee traded at 330 to the US dollar Banks have to sell 50-pct of forex receipts to the central bank,negative,-0.994347513
"Sri Lanka GDP grows 3.7-pct in 2021, fourth quarter 1.8-pct",3/29/2022,Economy,"Agriculture grew 2.0 percent, industry 5.3 percent and services 3.0 percent","Sri Lanka GDP grows 3.7-pct in 2021, fourth quarter 1.8-pct Agriculture grew 2.0 percent, industry 5.3 percent and services 3.0 percent",positive,0.97814399
Sri Lanka rejects all bonds at auction amid rupee fall,3/29/2022,Bonds & Forex,A little over 29 billion rupees in bids were received,Sri Lanka rejects all bonds at auction amid rupee fall A little over 29 billion rupees in bids were received,negative,-0.993098438
Saudi delegation to visit Sri Lanka for renewable energy investments,3/29/2022,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka has already approached private firms from US, India for renewable energy","Saudi delegation to visit Sri Lanka for renewable energy investments Sri Lanka has already approached private firms from US, India for renewable energy",positive,0.890874863
Sri Lanka forex shortages worsen as exports soar in Feb,3/29/2022,Business,"When compared to the same period in 2020 (pre-COVID), exports revenue had increased 5.8 percent.","Sri Lanka forex shortages worsen as exports soar in Feb When compared to the same period in 2020 (pre-COVID), exports revenue had increased 5.8 percent.",negative,-0.99357444
Sri Lanka cabinet nod for tabling IMF report in parliament,3/29/2022,Economy,Former prime minister Ranil Wickremesinghe had earlier called for a debate on the report.,Sri Lanka cabinet nod for tabling IMF report in parliament Former prime minister Ranil Wickremesinghe had earlier called for a debate on the report.,negative,-0.96481353
Shortages force Sri Lanka hospital to halt routine surgeries; India offers help,3/29/2022,Economy,Jaishankar is currently in Sri Lanka on an official visit.,Shortages force Sri Lanka hospital to halt routine surgeries; India offers help Jaishankar is currently in Sri Lanka on an official visit.,positive,0.938044548
Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 285/310 to US dollar,3/29/2022,Markets,Commercial Banks were offering telegraphic transfers at 299 rupees and buying between 275/289 rupees,Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 285/310 to US dollar Commercial Banks were offering telegraphic transfers at 299 rupees and buying between 275/289 rupees,negative,-0.982183456
Sri Lanka's CPC in Rs250bn plus loss as rupee falls,3/29/2022,Economy,The CPC is made to borrow whenever the central bank prints money to trigger forex shortages,Sri Lanka's CPC in Rs250bn plus loss as rupee falls The CPC is made to borrow whenever the central bank prints money to trigger forex shortages,negative,-0.997845292
"Sri Lanka CEB struggles to pay for coal, salaries amid tariff hike delay: report",3/29/2022,Banking,State banks heavily exposed to energy utilities,"Sri Lanka CEB struggles to pay for coal, salaries amid tariff hike delay: report State banks heavily exposed to energy utilities",negative,-0.994829595
Sri Lanka and India inks deals after Minister Jaishankar visit,3/29/2022,Political News,Sri Lanka already has a unique identity,Sri Lanka and India inks deals after Minister Jaishankar visit Sri Lanka already has a unique identity,positive,0.802910149
US to provide credit for Sri Lanka’s renewable energy,3/28/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka is facing extended power cuts due to lack of fuel imports and drought.,US to provide credit for Sri Lanka’s renewable energy Sri Lanka is facing extended power cuts due to lack of fuel imports and drought.,negative,-0.999444306
"Sri Lanka bourse falls to near 5-month low on margin calls, economic concerns",3/28/2022,Markets,"""10,000 is a psychological point. If it breaks, we would see another downward trend as a result of a spiraling effect.""","Sri Lanka bourse falls to near 5-month low on margin calls, economic concerns ""10,000 is a psychological point. If it breaks, we would see another downward trend as a result of a spiraling effect.""",negative,-0.998113036
Sri Lanka central bank slaps price controls on money changers,3/28/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka has an exchange rate regime with anchor conflicts,Sri Lanka central bank slaps price controls on money changers Sri Lanka has an exchange rate regime with anchor conflicts,negative,-0.997237325
Sri Lanka schedules 7.5 hour power cuts on March 29,3/28/2022,Energy,The lack of fuel also has resulted in large queues for diesel and petrol despite record price hikes,Sri Lanka schedules 7.5 hour power cuts on March 29 The lack of fuel also has resulted in large queues for diesel and petrol despite record price hikes,negative,-0.997546256
Sri Lanka energy minister blames fuel shortages on past decisions,3/28/2022,Energy,"""The fuel issue is being addressed now. We believe that in the coming days the over-consumption will end,"" he added.","Sri Lanka energy minister blames fuel shortages on past decisions ""The fuel issue is being addressed now. We believe that in the coming days the over-consumption will end,"" he added.",negative,-0.8954283
Fifth fuel queue death reported in cash-strapped Sri Lanka,3/28/2022,Economy,He is survived by his children and grandchildren.,Fifth fuel queue death reported in cash-strapped Sri Lanka He is survived by his children and grandchildren.,negative,-0.994840443
SriLankan Airlines suspends flights to Russia from March 28,3/28/2022,Aviation,"""SriLankan will continue to monitor the situation in Russia, and hopes to restart operations once conditions improve.""","SriLankan Airlines suspends flights to Russia from March 28 ""SriLankan will continue to monitor the situation in Russia, and hopes to restart operations once conditions improve.""",negative,-0.997408926
"India foreign minister meets Sri Lanka finance minister, visits LIOC filling station",3/28/2022,International Relations,Jaishankar was briefed by Lanka IOC Managing Director Manoj Gupta on the fuel supply situation.,"India foreign minister meets Sri Lanka finance minister, visits LIOC filling station Jaishankar was briefed by Lanka IOC Managing Director Manoj Gupta on the fuel supply situation.",positive,0.637658775
Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 295/315 to US dollar,3/28/2022,Bonds & Forex,The kerb market reached 360 in the weekend,Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 295/315 to US dollar The kerb market reached 360 in the weekend,negative,-0.99243176
More Sri Lankans than ever seeking psychotherapy in pandemic times,3/28/2022,Health,Psychologists say that the mental side effects of the initial lockdowns seem to be manifesting only now.,More Sri Lankans than ever seeking psychotherapy in pandemic times Psychologists say that the mental side effects of the initial lockdowns seem to be manifesting only now.,negative,-0.631269693
Assistive technology for differently-abled increases jobs for handicapped,3/28/2022,Business,The Differently Abled are more loyal employees than the others,Assistive technology for differently-abled increases jobs for handicapped The Differently Abled are more loyal employees than the others,positive,0.550612986
"Sri Lanka currency board will preserve rupee, impose discipline: Wijewardena",3/28/2022,Economy,A currency board will also impose discipline on the leadership of the monetary authority,"Sri Lanka currency board will preserve rupee, impose discipline: Wijewardena A currency board will also impose discipline on the leadership of the monetary authority",positive,0.664517045
Sri Lanka schedules up to 5 hours of power cuts on March 28,3/28/2022,Energy,Power demand up as price increase delayed,Sri Lanka schedules up to 5 hours of power cuts on March 28 Power demand up as price increase delayed,negative,-0.988677919
India foreign minister S Jaishankar in Sri Lanka for talks amid monetary crisis,3/28/2022,Economy,Look forward to my discussions over the next two days,India foreign minister S Jaishankar in Sri Lanka for talks amid monetary crisis Look forward to my discussions over the next two days,positive,0.960297525
"Sri Lanka in economic crisis after policies made on cooked-up issues, anti-science: Eran",3/28/2022,Economy,There were claims that money printing does not lead to inflation. But now Sri Lanka has the highest inflation in Asia,"Sri Lanka in economic crisis after policies made on cooked-up issues, anti-science: Eran There were claims that money printing does not lead to inflation. But now Sri Lanka has the highest inflation in Asia",positive,0.954741597
Power crisis continue in Sri Lanka with five-hour cut scheduled for March 28,3/27/2022,Power,Sri Lanka is facing daily scheduled power outages as a result of an ongoing forex shortage.,Power crisis continue in Sri Lanka with five-hour cut scheduled for March 28 Sri Lanka is facing daily scheduled power outages as a result of an ongoing forex shortage.,negative,-0.99526763
Sri Lanka former prime minister wants immediate debate on IMF report,3/27/2022,Economy,"""It is of the utmost importance the government presents their plan with regard to the report.","Sri Lanka former prime minister wants immediate debate on IMF report ""It is of the utmost importance the government presents their plan with regard to the report.",positive,0.998458147
Sri Lanka central bank repayment capacity to IMF under scrutiny,3/27/2022,Economy,The central bank owes the IMF 1.3 billion US dollars,Sri Lanka central bank repayment capacity to IMF under scrutiny The central bank owes the IMF 1.3 billion US dollars,negative,-0.990664244
Sri Lanka's power crisis continues with 3.5-hour cuts scheduled for March 27,3/26/2022,Power,"""We also have one million metric tons of coal which is enough for the next four to five months.""","Sri Lanka's power crisis continues with 3.5-hour cuts scheduled for March 27 ""We also have one million metric tons of coal which is enough for the next four to five months.""",negative,-0.993286312
Sri Lanka president instructs tourism regulator to work towards target of 1.3 million tourists,3/26/2022,Tourism,"According to SLTDA data, the island has received 178,834 travelers in the last two months.","Sri Lanka president instructs tourism regulator to work towards target of 1.3 million tourists According to SLTDA data, the island has received 178,834 travelers in the last two months.",negative,-0.735133767
"Sri Lanka working on PTA, missing persons, other issues, president tells TNA MPs",3/26/2022,Politics,The PMD quoted TNA leader R Sampanthan as saying that he hopes to see the country move towards prosperity.,"Sri Lanka working on PTA, missing persons, other issues, president tells TNA MPs The PMD quoted TNA leader R Sampanthan as saying that he hopes to see the country move towards prosperity.",positive,0.644942045
Health officials urge Sri Lankans to get COVID-19 booster as expiration dates draws nearer,3/26/2022,Health,"""It is important that people take the vaccine without any delay to safeguard themselves and others,"" said Ginige.","Health officials urge Sri Lankans to get COVID-19 booster as expiration dates draws nearer ""It is important that people take the vaccine without any delay to safeguard themselves and others,"" said Ginige.",positive,0.943466723
Sri Lanka's China-backed tax free zone conflicts with minimum global tax: IMF,3/26/2022,Economy,The low-tax jurisdiction is likely to draw attention from the international community given a renewed focus ,Sri Lanka's China-backed tax free zone conflicts with minimum global tax: IMF The low-tax jurisdiction is likely to draw attention from the international community given a renewed focus ,positive,0.97233665
Sri Lanka central bank says ready for closer engagement with the IMF,3/26/2022,Economy,Views similar to the IMF Report have been expressed over the past several months by local and foreign commentators,Sri Lanka central bank says ready for closer engagement with the IMF Views similar to the IMF Report have been expressed over the past several months by local and foreign commentators,negative,-0.959548712
Lanka IOC raises fuel prices again to new record high,3/26/2022,Uncategorized,State-run Ceypetco still sells diesel 38 rupees less than Lanka IOC prices.,Lanka IOC raises fuel prices again to new record high State-run Ceypetco still sells diesel 38 rupees less than Lanka IOC prices.,negative,-0.997650206
"Sri Lanka debt has near term risks, SOE borrowings could add to crisis: IMF report",3/26/2022,Economy, Could experience a disorderly adjustment through severe import compression and potentially external arrears,"Sri Lanka debt has near term risks, SOE borrowings could add to crisis: IMF report  Could experience a disorderly adjustment through severe import compression and potentially external arrears",negative,-0.997110188
Sri Lanka stocks end steady; turnover hits five-week high,3/26/2022,Uncategorized,"Analysts said investors are trying to shift their savings to hedge against rupee fall and inflation,","Sri Lanka stocks end steady; turnover hits five-week high Analysts said investors are trying to shift their savings to hedge against rupee fall and inflation,",positive,0.879765153
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 5 hours for March 26,3/25/2022,Energy,Areas ABCDEFGHIJKL will have power cuts 5 hours,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 5 hours for March 26 Areas ABCDEFGHIJKL will have power cuts 5 hours,negative,-0.985362411
Sri Lanka allows IMF to release staff report,3/25/2022,Economy,The authorities consented yesterday to the publication of the Article IV staff report,Sri Lanka allows IMF to release staff report The authorities consented yesterday to the publication of the Article IV staff report,negative,-0.810383916
"Sri Lanka rupee bid at 295 to US dollar, bonds inactive",3/25/2022,Bonds & Forex,Only a bond maturing in 2024 liquid in the secondary market ,"Sri Lanka rupee bid at 295 to US dollar, bonds inactive Only a bond maturing in 2024 liquid in the secondary market ",negative,-0.994935751
Sri Lanka CEB say no decision on 10-hour power cuts,3/25/2022,Power,"Due to lack of fuel, the Kerewalapitiya power plant had to be shut down from Thursday (24) onwards.","Sri Lanka CEB say no decision on 10-hour power cuts Due to lack of fuel, the Kerewalapitiya power plant had to be shut down from Thursday (24) onwards.",negative,-0.999681711
Petrol burn deaths increase in forex-starved Sri Lanka as households store fuel in cans,3/25/2022,Accidents,Munasinghe said petrol burns are more severe than kerosene burns.,Petrol burn deaths increase in forex-starved Sri Lanka as households store fuel in cans Munasinghe said petrol burns are more severe than kerosene burns.,negative,-0.998533487
Proposed train fare hike in Sri Lanka temporarily blocked: transport minister,3/25/2022,Transport,"""The railway department had made some reforms to the prices of special and intercity train ticket,"" he said.","Proposed train fare hike in Sri Lanka temporarily blocked: transport minister ""The railway department had made some reforms to the prices of special and intercity train ticket,"" he said.",negative,-0.996533751
Sri Lanka should set up a currency board to stop rupee depreciation: US economist,3/25/2022,Economy,"To ease the crisis, LKA needs to install a currency board, like the one it had from 1884 until 1950: Hanke","Sri Lanka should set up a currency board to stop rupee depreciation: US economist To ease the crisis, LKA needs to install a currency board, like the one it had from 1884 until 1950: Hanke",negative,-0.997610331
"Sri Lanka stocks edge down on economic, rupee concerns",3/24/2022,Markets,"Concerns over rupee, economy dent investor sentiment","Sri Lanka stocks edge down on economic, rupee concerns Concerns over rupee, economy dent investor sentiment",negative,-0.987757564
UN body finds Sri Lanka's criminalisation of same-sex relations between women human rights violation,3/24/2022,Gender Issues,Other activists globally too have welcomed this decision.,UN body finds Sri Lanka's criminalisation of same-sex relations between women human rights violation Other activists globally too have welcomed this decision.,negative,-0.882227838
Bear Necessities,3/24/2022,Animal Rights,Lanka’s Deadliest Mammal: No Apex Predator but misbranded for sloth.,Bear Necessities Lanka’s Deadliest Mammal: No Apex Predator but misbranded for sloth.,negative,-0.995769918
EXPLAINER - Implications of a new IMF deal for Sri Lanka,3/24/2022,Economy,",","EXPLAINER - Implications of a new IMF deal for Sri Lanka ,",negative,-0.97510761
Sri Lanka's power crisis continues with six-hours-plus cuts scheduled for March 25,3/24/2022,Power,"Meanwhile, Sri Lanka’s power regulator is considering a hike in electricity prices.","Sri Lanka's power crisis continues with six-hours-plus cuts scheduled for March 25 Meanwhile, Sri Lanka’s power regulator is considering a hike in electricity prices.",negative,-0.991882622
"Sri Lanka's state-run Litro Gas and CPC promise sustained cooking gas, fuel supply amid shortages",3/24/2022,Energy,"""Under the current situation the supplied fuel will be used up within ten hours,"" he said.","Sri Lanka's state-run Litro Gas and CPC promise sustained cooking gas, fuel supply amid shortages ""Under the current situation the supplied fuel will be used up within ten hours,"" he said.",negative,-0.933255911
Sri Lanka opposition MP Harsha de Silva lambasts govt over central bank chief's absence,3/24/2022,Economy,"“The finance minister doesn’t show up. He doesn’t answer questions. He hasn’t come in three months,” the MP sa...","Sri Lanka opposition MP Harsha de Silva lambasts govt over central bank chief's absence “The finance minister doesn’t show up. He doesn’t answer questions. He hasn’t come in three months,” the MP sa...",negative,-0.995609581
"Sri Lanka banking system stable, state banks operating smoothly: Central bank",3/24/2022,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka banking system stable, state banks operating smoothly: Central bank .",positive,0.999478161
Sri Lanka opposition questions whether state bank delayed payment,3/24/2022,Banking,Please look into this immediately,Sri Lanka opposition questions whether state bank delayed payment Please look into this immediately,negative,-0.993927717
"Sri Lanka's approach to protestors in north, east reeks of double standard: ex HRCSL commissioner",3/24/2022,Human Rights,"Video footage showed the situation becoming heated, as police scrambled to block the path of the protestors.","Sri Lanka's approach to protestors in north, east reeks of double standard: ex HRCSL commissioner Video footage showed the situation becoming heated, as police scrambled to block the path of the protestors.",negative,-0.995188475
Sri Lanka chicken and eggs in crisis as soft-peg hits feed,3/24/2022,Consumer Affairs,Vets warned that farmers are culling layer chicken due to the lack of feed,Sri Lanka chicken and eggs in crisis as soft-peg hits feed Vets warned that farmers are culling layer chicken due to the lack of feed,negative,-0.999483228
"Sri Lanka bill yields marginally down, rupee bid at 295",3/24/2022,Bonds & Forex,Overall secondary market inactive ,"Sri Lanka bill yields marginally down, rupee bid at 295 Overall secondary market inactive ",negative,-0.999333322
"Sri Lanka economy to slow, foreign funds needed for debt, financial stability: CB Governor",3/24/2022,Economy,For this policy and structural reforms have to be done,"Sri Lanka economy to slow, foreign funds needed for debt, financial stability: CB Governor For this policy and structural reforms have to be done",negative,-0.928745449
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of over 6 hours for March 24,3/24/2022,Energy,Areas PQRSTUVW will have power cuts of 6 hours and 20 minutes,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of over 6 hours for March 24 Areas PQRSTUVW will have power cuts of 6 hours and 20 minutes,negative,-0.975299239
Changyong Rhee to retire from IMF to head Bank of Korea after Sri Lanka visit,3/24/2022,Economy,Rhee was in Sri Lanka in March to advise President Gotabaya Rajapaksa on the country's economic problems,Changyong Rhee to retire from IMF to head Bank of Korea after Sri Lanka visit Rhee was in Sri Lanka in March to advise President Gotabaya Rajapaksa on the country's economic problems,negative,-0.916258454
Sri Lanka CFA society holds 9th Capital Market Awards in June,3/24/2022,Markets,.,Sri Lanka CFA society holds 9th Capital Market Awards in June .,positive,0.993335128
Sri Lanka stocks end lower in thin trade amid rise in fixed asset yields,3/24/2022,Uncategorized,Rupee down 45 percent since March 8 while market saw yields in treasury bills rising to around 12 percent,Sri Lanka stocks end lower in thin trade amid rise in fixed asset yields Rupee down 45 percent since March 8 while market saw yields in treasury bills rising to around 12 percent,negative,-0.998310566
Sri Lanka livestock face malnutrition after money printing,3/23/2022,Agriculture,Feed and medicine shortages are worsening and prices are rising,Sri Lanka livestock face malnutrition after money printing Feed and medicine shortages are worsening and prices are rising,negative,-0.981880546
"Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields rise across maturities, 3-months up 75bp",3/23/2022,Bonds & Forex,The debt office offered 56 billion rupees of bills and sold 54.8 billion rupees in 3-month bills,"Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields rise across maturities, 3-months up 75bp The debt office offered 56 billion rupees of bills and sold 54.8 billion rupees in 3-month bills",positive,0.659668446
"Sri Lanka bond yields up, rupee quoted at 280/310 to dollar",3/23/2022,Bonds & Forex,Overall secondary market inactive ,"Sri Lanka bond yields up, rupee quoted at 280/310 to dollar Overall secondary market inactive ",negative,-0.999002278
IMF assistance sought but Sri Lanka must be mindful of its core policies: central bank chief,3/23/2022,Economy,"“When the pandemic was emerging, some countries were on a strong economic footing.""","IMF assistance sought but Sri Lanka must be mindful of its core policies: central bank chief “When the pandemic was emerging, some countries were on a strong economic footing.""",positive,0.988407075
Sri Lanka lenders ordered to double surrenders to the central bank,3/23/2022,Bonds & Forex,The share of surrenders to go to 50-pct from 25-pct,Sri Lanka lenders ordered to double surrenders to the central bank The share of surrenders to go to 50-pct from 25-pct,negative,-0.995056152
Sri Lanka central bank ends ban on forward forex sales to importers,3/23/2022,Economy,Anomaly in the forward market due to low rates,Sri Lanka central bank ends ban on forward forex sales to importers Anomaly in the forward market due to low rates,negative,-0.998699427
"Sri Lanka import licenses will worsen economic crisis, promote corruption: think tank",3/23/2022,Economy,Forex shortages are a problem associated with pegged exchange rates which do not allow short term rates to float,"Sri Lanka import licenses will worsen economic crisis, promote corruption: think tank Forex shortages are a problem associated with pegged exchange rates which do not allow short term rates to float",negative,-0.998601854
Sri Lanka Ceylon Chamber chief thanks India for USS2.4bn in financial support,3/23/2022,Economy,India is also recognised as a key investment partner of Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka Ceylon Chamber chief thanks India for USS2.4bn in financial support India is also recognised as a key investment partner of Sri Lanka,positive,0.998996556
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 5 hours on March 23,3/23/2022,Energy,Areas ABCDEFGHIJKL will have power cuts of 5 hours,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of up to 5 hours on March 23 Areas ABCDEFGHIJKL will have power cuts of 5 hours,negative,-0.975598097
Sri Lanka shares gain in thin trade amid rupee fall,3/22/2022,Uncategorized,Analysts see some investors switching to fixed assets with return on government securities up,Sri Lanka shares gain in thin trade amid rupee fall Analysts see some investors switching to fixed assets with return on government securities up,negative,-0.998311281
Sri Lanka state health workers threaten more strikes if demands go ignored,3/22/2022,Health,"""Lack of sensitivity of the Public Service Commission to health care issues is a major factor in health struggles.""","Sri Lanka state health workers threaten more strikes if demands go ignored ""Lack of sensitivity of the Public Service Commission to health care issues is a major factor in health struggles.""",negative,-0.998323262
Cooking gas shortages in Sri Lanka to be resolved in 7-10 days: cabinet spokesman,3/22/2022,Consumer Affairs,"According to reports, a 12.5kg domestic Laugfs gas cylinder price was increased by 1,359 rupees to 4,199.","Cooking gas shortages in Sri Lanka to be resolved in 7-10 days: cabinet spokesman According to reports, a 12.5kg domestic Laugfs gas cylinder price was increased by 1,359 rupees to 4,199.",negative,-0.991344452
Under Secretary for Political Affairs to visit Sri Lanka,3/22/2022,International Relations,Nuland oversees regional and bilateral policy issues at the Department of State.,Under Secretary for Political Affairs to visit Sri Lanka Nuland oversees regional and bilateral policy issues at the Department of State.,positive,0.993016601
Sri Lanka police arrest suspects linked to murder of top minister's driver,3/22/2022,Crime,The group had attacked the 41-year-old victim with a club and also stabbed him with a sharp object.,Sri Lanka police arrest suspects linked to murder of top minister's driver The group had attacked the 41-year-old victim with a club and also stabbed him with a sharp object.,negative,-0.988172472
Sri Lanka deploys military personnel to filling stations as queues for fuel lengthen,3/22/2022,Economy,"Sri Lanka is facing a fuel shortage due to a forex crisis, and high prices due to a sharp devaluation of the rupee.","Sri Lanka deploys military personnel to filling stations as queues for fuel lengthen Sri Lanka is facing a fuel shortage due to a forex crisis, and high prices due to a sharp devaluation of the rupee.",negative,-0.99885571
"Sri Lanka bond yields up, rupee bid at 285",3/22/2022,Bonds & Forex,Overall bond market inactive ,"Sri Lanka bond yields up, rupee bid at 285 Overall bond market inactive ",negative,-0.997330904
Sri Lanka cabinet clears India backed digital ID amid Big Brother fears,3/22/2022,Politics,India is giving a grant for the digital identity project,Sri Lanka cabinet clears India backed digital ID amid Big Brother fears India is giving a grant for the digital identity project,negative,-0.936537325
"Sri Lanka to appoint technical committee to negotiate with IMF, hire law firm",3/22/2022,Economy,A transparent process will be followed,"Sri Lanka to appoint technical committee to negotiate with IMF, hire law firm A transparent process will be followed",negative,-0.888210654
"Sri Lanka to use Indian credit line to clear goods, medicines stuck at port",3/22/2022,Economy,About US$200mn expected to be allocated for medicines,"Sri Lanka to use Indian credit line to clear goods, medicines stuck at port About US$200mn expected to be allocated for medicines",negative,-0.998902917
"Over 16 pct Sri Lanka state uni students sexually harassed, 1.5 pct forced into sex: study",3/22/2022,Education,"The study covered a cross section of universities: old and new unis, and those situated in previous conflict zones.","Over 16 pct Sri Lanka state uni students sexually harassed, 1.5 pct forced into sex: study The study covered a cross section of universities: old and new unis, and those situated in previous conflict zones.",positive,0.525447428
Sri Lanka foreign debt payments up to date: Cabraal,3/22/2022,Economy,Around 473 million dollars of SLDBs matured on March 16 and 17,Sri Lanka foreign debt payments up to date: Cabraal Around 473 million dollars of SLDBs matured on March 16 and 17,negative,-0.96378386
Sri Lanka issues Rs20 commemorative coin,3/22/2022,Economy,"500,000 nickel plated coins will be minted","Sri Lanka issues Rs20 commemorative coin 500,000 nickel plated coins will be minted",positive,0.96780026
Sri Lanka shares gain; turnover hits 10-month low  ,3/21/2022,Stocks & Companies,"The day's turnover was 1.1 billion rupees, its lowest since May 25, last year","Sri Lanka shares gain; turnover hits 10-month low   The day's turnover was 1.1 billion rupees, its lowest since May 25, last year",negative,-0.994247913
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts up to 5 hours for March 22,3/21/2022,Energy,Areas ABCDEFGHIJKL will have power cuts of 5 hours,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts up to 5 hours for March 22 Areas ABCDEFGHIJKL will have power cuts of 5 hours,negative,-0.988843799
"Sri Lanka panel propose hiring financial, legal advisors amid debt crisis",3/21/2022,Economy,Expert team to help Finance Minister,"Sri Lanka panel propose hiring financial, legal advisors amid debt crisis Expert team to help Finance Minister",negative,-0.721381009
"Sri Lanka monitoring COVID-19 situation in China, no cause for alarm yet: health ministry",3/21/2022,Health,"""We are always on alert about the global situation and the epidemiology unit will take adequate measures.""","Sri Lanka monitoring COVID-19 situation in China, no cause for alarm yet: health ministry ""We are always on alert about the global situation and the epidemiology unit will take adequate measures.""",positive,0.907217562
Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 280/290 to the US dollar,3/21/2022,Economy,Commercial banks selling dollars at 285 rupees,Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 280/290 to the US dollar Commercial banks selling dollars at 285 rupees,negative,-0.985882521
Japan funds health centre for remote Ampara village,3/21/2022,International news,The grant is worth 17.7 million rupees,Japan funds health centre for remote Ampara village The grant is worth 17.7 million rupees,positive,0.993800461
"No opposition protests will bring govt down, claims top Sri Lanka minister as queues increase",3/21/2022,Politics,"“They think the government will fall… if Sajith Premadasa brings a crowd to Galle Face.""","No opposition protests will bring govt down, claims top Sri Lanka minister as queues increase “They think the government will fall… if Sajith Premadasa brings a crowd to Galle Face.""",negative,-0.979234695
Sri Lanka's main opposition SJB joins boycott of all-party conference on economic crisis,3/21/2022,Economy,"""This all-party conference is an attempt at a media circus and further deception of the public.""","Sri Lanka's main opposition SJB joins boycott of all-party conference on economic crisis ""This all-party conference is an attempt at a media circus and further deception of the public.""",negative,-0.998987854
Fourth fuel-queue death in Sri Lanka in under 48 hours,3/21/2022,Economy,Police have yet to determine the official cause of death.,Fourth fuel-queue death in Sri Lanka in under 48 hours Police have yet to determine the official cause of death.,negative,-0.999178469
"China may give Sri Lanka US$2.5bn in loans, trade credits",3/21/2022,Economy,"We are considering 2.5 billion - 1 billion dollar loan, 1.5 billion dollars buyers credit","China may give Sri Lanka US$2.5bn in loans, trade credits We are considering 2.5 billion - 1 billion dollar loan, 1.5 billion dollars buyers credit",negative,-0.97891289
"Several govt, opposition parties to boycott all party conference on Sri Lanka economic crisis",3/21/2022,Economy,"“This is in no way a proposal to resolve the economic crisis, but to resolve the political crisis within the govt.""","Several govt, opposition parties to boycott all party conference on Sri Lanka economic crisis “This is in no way a proposal to resolve the economic crisis, but to resolve the political crisis within the govt.""",negative,-0.973639488
"Sri Lanka bond yields up, rupee bid at 275",3/21/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka bond yields up, rupee bid at 275 .",positive,0.8406654
Man stabbed to death in fuel queue in Sri Lanka; third fuel queue death in 48 hours,3/21/2022,Crime,The victim sustained multiple injuries and was rushed to the Wathupitiwala Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.,Man stabbed to death in fuel queue in Sri Lanka; third fuel queue death in 48 hours The victim sustained multiple injuries and was rushed to the Wathupitiwala Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.,negative,-0.99886024
Sri Lanka reserve sales for imports total US$990mn by Feb 2022,3/21/2022,Economy,"Net interventions reduce in February 2022, though goods shortages worsen","Sri Lanka reserve sales for imports total US$990mn by Feb 2022 Net interventions reduce in February 2022, though goods shortages worsen",negative,-0.993848979
"China resumes Sri Lanka FTA push amid Indian tactics over loans, energy deals",3/21/2022,Economy,Finalising the proposed FTA between Sri Lanka and China would immensely benefit the local market and products,"China resumes Sri Lanka FTA push amid Indian tactics over loans, energy deals Finalising the proposed FTA between Sri Lanka and China would immensely benefit the local market and products",positive,0.988702297
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts up to 5 hours for March 21,3/20/2022,Energy,Up to 5 hours of power cuts,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts up to 5 hours for March 21 Up to 5 hours of power cuts,negative,-0.990135133
Sri Lanka to hike electricity tariff after rupee fall,3/20/2022,Energy,The CEB was now losing Rs13per unit and a tariff increase has been sought to get Rs14bn in revenues,Sri Lanka to hike electricity tariff after rupee fall The CEB was now losing Rs13per unit and a tariff increase has been sought to get Rs14bn in revenues,negative,-0.994505465
Sri Lanka's China-backed port visited by Defence Attachés,3/20/2022,International Relations,"USA, Maldives, France, Germany, Kenya, Republic of Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Poland and Switzerland","Sri Lanka's China-backed port visited by Defence Attachés USA, Maldives, France, Germany, Kenya, Republic of Korea, Mexico, Netherlands, Poland and Switzerland",positive,0.987422228
Second death in Sri Lanka fuel queue in 24 hours: police,3/20/2022,Politics,"The man had died upon admission to Ragama hospital, NewsFirst reported quoting police.","Second death in Sri Lanka fuel queue in 24 hours: police The man had died upon admission to Ragama hospital, NewsFirst reported quoting police.",negative,-0.996943653
Cup of milk tea to cost 100 rupees in Sri Lanka: reports,3/20/2022,Economy,"Milk tea -- a mix of hot, strong tea with powdered and usually sugar -- is a favourite beverage in Sri Lanka.","Cup of milk tea to cost 100 rupees in Sri Lanka: reports Milk tea -- a mix of hot, strong tea with powdered and usually sugar -- is a favourite beverage in Sri Lanka.",positive,0.997718692
Sri Lanka IMF deal attempts were blocked by Vasudeva Nanayakkara: Minister,3/20/2022,Economy,Minister Vasudeva Nanayakkara said he would resign if we went to the IMF,Sri Lanka IMF deal attempts were blocked by Vasudeva Nanayakkara: Minister Minister Vasudeva Nanayakkara said he would resign if we went to the IMF,negative,-0.9984231
Sri Lanka fuel queue claims first death,3/20/2022,Energy,Elderly person collapses while waiting in line,Sri Lanka fuel queue claims first death Elderly person collapses while waiting in line,negative,-0.99916327
"Sri Lanka fuel crisis to ease with India shipments, Jet fuel already in: CPC chief",3/19/2022,Energy,Says daily demand has gone up,"Sri Lanka fuel crisis to ease with India shipments, Jet fuel already in: CPC chief Says daily demand has gone up",negative,-0.913898349
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts over 3 hours for March 20,3/19/2022,Energy,Areas ABCDEFGHIJKL will have 2 hours in day and 1 hour 15 min in evening,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts over 3 hours for March 20 Areas ABCDEFGHIJKL will have 2 hours in day and 1 hour 15 min in evening,negative,-0.984609365
Sri Lanka to shut oil refinery as crude supply runs out,3/19/2022,Energy,Short term tenders have been floated,Sri Lanka to shut oil refinery as crude supply runs out Short term tenders have been floated,negative,-0.998431027
Milk powder prices in Sri Lanka spike again,3/19/2022,Consumer Affairs,"A 400g pack will be sold at 790 rupees while a 1kg pack will be sold at 1,945 rupees.","Milk powder prices in Sri Lanka spike again A 400g pack will be sold at 790 rupees while a 1kg pack will be sold at 1,945 rupees.",negative,-0.98818785
Sri Lanka halts incentives to worker remittances as the rupee falls,3/19/2022,Economy,Rupee now around 275 to the US dollar from 200 earlier,Sri Lanka halts incentives to worker remittances as the rupee falls Rupee now around 275 to the US dollar from 200 earlier,negative,-0.999535203
Sri Lanka foreign minister meets UNHRC core group,3/19/2022,Human Rights,"Ministry secretary Jayanath Colombage also took part, a statement said.","Sri Lanka foreign minister meets UNHRC core group Ministry secretary Jayanath Colombage also took part, a statement said.",positive,0.988177001
Paper shortages force schools in Sri Lanka's western province to postpone exams,3/19/2022,Education,"Final term tests for grades 9, 10 and 11 would therefore have to be postponed to the next school term.","Paper shortages force schools in Sri Lanka's western province to postpone exams Final term tests for grades 9, 10 and 11 would therefore have to be postponed to the next school term.",negative,-0.999124587
Ensuring equal access to EdTech for all students in Sri Lanka,3/19/2022,Business,Do we teach the rich and the poor differently?,Ensuring equal access to EdTech for all students in Sri Lanka Do we teach the rich and the poor differently?,positive,0.783017576
"Sri Lanka rupee bid at 275 to US dollar at close, no float yet",3/19/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka rupee bid at 275 to US dollar at close, no float yet .",negative,-0.995902717
Sri Lanka shares up from 1-wk low in thin trade,3/18/2022,Uncategorized,"""Corporate and other taxes are expected to rise with Sri Lanka going to IMF""","Sri Lanka shares up from 1-wk low in thin trade ""Corporate and other taxes are expected to rise with Sri Lanka going to IMF""",negative,-0.992814004
"Sri Lanka Litro officials say Rs.2,000 price hike needed to avoid losses",3/18/2022,Energy,"The cost of a 12.5 kg cylinder Litro gas is now estimated at 4,462.25 rupees - official","Sri Lanka Litro officials say Rs.2,000 price hike needed to avoid losses The cost of a 12.5 kg cylinder Litro gas is now estimated at 4,462.25 rupees - official",negative,-0.996357143
China's Baowu Steel to study investment in Sri Lanka: embassy,3/18/2022,Business,May lead to a billion US dollar investment embassy says,China's Baowu Steel to study investment in Sri Lanka: embassy May lead to a billion US dollar investment embassy says,negative,-0.788709819
Power cuts continue in Sri Lanka with 3 hrs 45 min outages scheduled for March 19,3/18/2022,Power,"A three-hour power cuts will be imposed in the rest of the island, the CEB said.","Power cuts continue in Sri Lanka with 3 hrs 45 min outages scheduled for March 19 A three-hour power cuts will be imposed in the rest of the island, the CEB said.",negative,-0.987501502
Sri Lanka's Litro promises continuous LP gas supply; CPC says fuel en route,3/18/2022,Energy,"""We have no types of fuel yet. Not Until Monday (21). We have closed the station,"" a spokesman said.","Sri Lanka's Litro promises continuous LP gas supply; CPC says fuel en route ""We have no types of fuel yet. Not Until Monday (21). We have closed the station,"" a spokesman said.",negative,-0.998399317
"Marxist youth in Sri Lanka protest outside president's office, attempt break-in",3/18/2022,Politics,"""The youth that want to get the boot can stay with SJB.”","Marxist youth in Sri Lanka protest outside president's office, attempt break-in ""The youth that want to get the boot can stay with SJB.”",negative,-0.992781103
"Sri Lanka urged to 'vocally support' Ukraine by West, Japan",3/18/2022,Political News,Ukraine has been resisting especially on the ground,"Sri Lanka urged to 'vocally support' Ukraine by West, Japan Ukraine has been resisting especially on the ground",negative,-0.912144721
Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 270/290 to the US dollar,3/18/2022,Bonds & Forex,Though there were bids offers were not firm,Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 270/290 to the US dollar Though there were bids offers were not firm,negative,-0.994237304
IMF to begin talks with Sri Lanka on program,3/18/2022,Economy,We will discuss with the authorities how best we can assist Sri Lanka going forward: spokesperson,IMF to begin talks with Sri Lanka on program We will discuss with the authorities how best we can assist Sri Lanka going forward: spokesperson,positive,0.870175362
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts up to 5 hours on March 18,3/18/2022,Energy,Areas ABCDEFGHIJKL will have power cuts of 5 hours in two blocks,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts up to 5 hours on March 18 Areas ABCDEFGHIJKL will have power cuts of 5 hours in two blocks,negative,-0.991024017
Sri Lanka suffering reduced if IMF decision was made earlier: Harsha,3/18/2022,Economy,"""If the current decision was taken then, people will not suffer as they are doing now.""","Sri Lanka suffering reduced if IMF decision was made earlier: Harsha ""If the current decision was taken then, people will not suffer as they are doing now.""",negative,-0.987271011
"Sri Lanka inks billion dollar credit for food, meds, from State Bank of India",3/17/2022,Economy,US$ 1 billion credit line signed for essential commodities,"Sri Lanka inks billion dollar credit for food, meds, from State Bank of India US$ 1 billion credit line signed for essential commodities",negative,-0.950015903
Sri Lanka President says has full confidence in CB Governor Cabraal,3/17/2022,Economy,.,Sri Lanka President says has full confidence in CB Governor Cabraal .,positive,0.997939527
"Sri Lanka restaurants to close as gas shortage worsens, jobs at risk",3/17/2022,Economy,"Industry association claims 500,000 are employed in canteens and restaurants","Sri Lanka restaurants to close as gas shortage worsens, jobs at risk Industry association claims 500,000 are employed in canteens and restaurants",negative,-0.99575597
"Sri Lanka expects billion dollar credit line as Finance Minister meets Modi, Jaishankar",3/17/2022,Economy,India has promised a billion US dollar credit line for imports,"Sri Lanka expects billion dollar credit line as Finance Minister meets Modi, Jaishankar India has promised a billion US dollar credit line for imports",negative,-0.986773968
"Fed hikes rates, promises to quantity tighten as Sri Lanka struggles",3/16/2022,Economy,Governor Bullard wanted a higher rate,"Fed hikes rates, promises to quantity tighten as Sri Lanka struggles Governor Bullard wanted a higher rate",negative,-0.995650947
"Sri Lanka President says seeking IMF bailout for forex crisis, debt",3/16/2022,Economy,It will be the 17th time the central bank is going to the IMF since unstable peg was set up,"Sri Lanka President says seeking IMF bailout for forex crisis, debt It will be the 17th time the central bank is going to the IMF since unstable peg was set up",negative,-0.986446381
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 275/290 to the US dollar,3/16/2022,Bonds & Forex,Dealers said all other bonds were inactive.,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 275/290 to the US dollar Dealers said all other bonds were inactive.,negative,-0.998867035
Sri Lanka President addresses nation amid forex crisis  - full text,3/16/2022,Economy,I accept responsibility for the actions I take,Sri Lanka President addresses nation amid forex crisis  - full text I accept responsibility for the actions I take,positive,0.99044764
Sri Lanka share index at 1-wk low; economic worries weigh,3/16/2022,Markets,"""We are seeing buying interests in fundamentally sound blue-chips""","Sri Lanka share index at 1-wk low; economic worries weigh ""We are seeing buying interests in fundamentally sound blue-chips""",positive,0.929800391
"Sri Lanka's Rajapaksa, Indian PM Modi meet ahead of USD 1 bln credit line deal",3/16/2022,Economy,"The USD 1 billion credit line is expected to be signed during Rahjapaksa's visit, which was postponed twice.","Sri Lanka's Rajapaksa, Indian PM Modi meet ahead of USD 1 bln credit line deal The USD 1 billion credit line is expected to be signed during Rahjapaksa's visit, which was postponed twice.",negative,-0.983065367
Sri Lanka's energy crisis continues with three-hour power cuts scheduled for March 17,3/16/2022,Power,The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) said other areas will experience two hours of outage in two blocks.,Sri Lanka's energy crisis continues with three-hour power cuts scheduled for March 17 The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) said other areas will experience two hours of outage in two blocks.,negative,-0.996246159
Sri Lanka's LB Finance buys tiny Multi-Finance,3/16/2022,Banking,A 64-pct stake for Rs400mn,Sri Lanka's LB Finance buys tiny Multi-Finance A 64-pct stake for Rs400mn,negative,-0.971604288
Cooking gas shortages in Sri Lanka again amid worsening dollar crisis,3/16/2022,Energy,Laugfs said it needs on average 15-30 million US dollars per month to import gas.,Cooking gas shortages in Sri Lanka again amid worsening dollar crisis Laugfs said it needs on average 15-30 million US dollars per month to import gas.,negative,-0.996003807
Sri Lanka firms with billions in trade credits exposed as rupee falls,3/16/2022,Economy,"In the 9 months to September 2021, gross trade credits went up US$478mn ","Sri Lanka firms with billions in trade credits exposed as rupee falls In the 9 months to September 2021, gross trade credits went up US$478mn ",negative,-0.996004999
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 275/285 to the US dollar,3/16/2022,Bonds & Forex,Deals done at 260/265 levels,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 275/285 to the US dollar Deals done at 260/265 levels,negative,-0.958955288
"Sri Lanka manufacturing expands in Feb 2022, but material shortages",3/16/2022,Economy,Hotels begin to feel power cuts in the latter part of the year,"Sri Lanka manufacturing expands in Feb 2022, but material shortages Hotels begin to feel power cuts in the latter part of the year",negative,-0.996319652
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts up to 5.5 hours on March 16,3/16/2022,Energy,.,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts up to 5.5 hours on March 16 .,negative,-0.988807619
Sri Lanka President meets top IMF Asia-Pacific staff,3/16/2022,Economy,Finance Minister given the nod to negotiate with the IMF,Sri Lanka President meets top IMF Asia-Pacific staff Finance Minister given the nod to negotiate with the IMF,positive,0.99943918
Sri Lanka's SJB-led protests demand Rajapaksa to step down amid economic crisis,3/16/2022,Uncategorized,.,Sri Lanka's SJB-led protests demand Rajapaksa to step down amid economic crisis .,negative,-0.994937897
Sri Lanka shares fall for third straight session; mkt shrugs off decision for IMF help,3/16/2022,Markets,The fall also came as the government's treasury bill yields rose on Tuesday to above 11 percent. ,Sri Lanka shares fall for third straight session; mkt shrugs off decision for IMF help The fall also came as the government's treasury bill yields rose on Tuesday to above 11 percent. ,negative,-0.942678988
"Tourists are ""taken care of"" in Sri Lanka, officials respond to UK travel advice",3/15/2022,Uncategorized,"A UK travel advisory has warned of food shortages, power cuts and long queues for basic necessities","Tourists are ""taken care of"" in Sri Lanka, officials respond to UK travel advice A UK travel advisory has warned of food shortages, power cuts and long queues for basic necessities",negative,-0.975549638
Sri Lanka president's meeting with TNA postponed again over protests,3/15/2022,Uncategorized,"‘’We were expecting a cancellation since the day we got this date."" - Shanakiyan Rasamanickam ","Sri Lanka president's meeting with TNA postponed again over protests ‘’We were expecting a cancellation since the day we got this date."" - Shanakiyan Rasamanickam ",negative,-0.993993342
"Rapid drop in COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka, but officials caution against complacency",3/15/2022,Health,"""No one should think that due to this decrease, the pandemic is now over,"" he said.","Rapid drop in COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka, but officials caution against complacency ""No one should think that due to this decrease, the pandemic is now over,"" he said.",negative,-0.993241549
Sri Lankan transport service providers struggle after sharp fuel price hikes,3/15/2022,Business,"‘’Diesel prices increased by one third so travel fees will be increased from 1,800 to 2,000 rupees,” he said.","Sri Lankan transport service providers struggle after sharp fuel price hikes ‘’Diesel prices increased by one third so travel fees will be increased from 1,800 to 2,000 rupees,” he said.",negative,-0.99465394
Journo attack: Sri Lanka media minister ready to accept govt responsibility if investigations fail,3/15/2022,Free Speech,"“The government will be unable to absolve itself of that responsibility. I am still of that position,” he said.","Journo attack: Sri Lanka media minister ready to accept govt responsibility if investigations fail “The government will be unable to absolve itself of that responsibility. I am still of that position,” he said.",negative,-0.94398582
Sri Lanka to appoint panel to assist economic council after criticism,3/15/2022,Economy,The committee was appointed to assist the 11-member Economic Council appointed in early March.,Sri Lanka to appoint panel to assist economic council after criticism The committee was appointed to assist the 11-member Economic Council appointed in early March.,negative,-0.74586767
Sri Lanka awards diesel contract to UAE-based Coral Energy DMCC,3/15/2022,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka has been struggling to import fuel due to severe shortage of US dollars,Sri Lanka awards diesel contract to UAE-based Coral Energy DMCC Sri Lanka has been struggling to import fuel due to severe shortage of US dollars,negative,-0.997698486
"Sri Lanka to issue death/missing certificates to disappeared, pay 100,000 LKR to next of kin",3/15/2022,Human Rights,“The president also advised that land also be provided to them if they have an issue pertaining to land.”,"Sri Lanka to issue death/missing certificates to disappeared, pay 100,000 LKR to next of kin “The president also advised that land also be provided to them if they have an issue pertaining to land.”",negative,-0.972893953
"Sri Lanka will get IMF advice, discuss conditions: Minister",3/15/2022,Economy,We have to take it from there and (see) what sort of conditions they put,"Sri Lanka will get IMF advice, discuss conditions: Minister We have to take it from there and (see) what sort of conditions they put",negative,-0.9663468
Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 280/295 to the US dollar,3/15/2022,Bonds & Forex,Business was done at 280 to the US dollar on Tuesday,Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 280/295 to the US dollar Business was done at 280 to the US dollar on Tuesday,negative,-0.982458055
Sri Lanka raises bus fares 15-pct after rupee collapse,3/15/2022,Ground,The minimum fare had gone up from 17 to 20 rupees,Sri Lanka raises bus fares 15-pct after rupee collapse The minimum fare had gone up from 17 to 20 rupees,negative,-0.993861079
Sri Lanka cabinet ministers back Finance Minister to seek IMF support,3/15/2022,Economy,We all said go: Chandrasena,Sri Lanka cabinet ministers back Finance Minister to seek IMF support We all said go: Chandrasena,positive,0.63266176
Sri Lanka in moment of crisis with great potential for change: senior political scientist,3/15/2022,Politics,"""These protests are taking place spontaneously and independent of political parties,” he said.","Sri Lanka in moment of crisis with great potential for change: senior political scientist ""These protests are taking place spontaneously and independent of political parties,” he said.",positive,0.998391211
Sri Lanka stocks fall on economic uncertainty; turnover hits over 8-month,3/14/2022,Uncategorized,All commodity prices in Sri Lanka are on the rise due to the rupee depreciation.,Sri Lanka stocks fall on economic uncertainty; turnover hits over 8-month All commodity prices in Sri Lanka are on the rise due to the rupee depreciation.,negative,-0.995159566
Sri Lanka schedules 3 hour 45 min power cuts on March 15,3/14/2022,Energy,Power cuts the same as March 14,Sri Lanka schedules 3 hour 45 min power cuts on March 15 Power cuts the same as March 14,negative,-0.957477629
"Sri Lanka Development bonds; US$152mn sold, more offered on tap",3/14/2022,Bonds & Forex,6-month bonds were sold at 9.48 percent,"Sri Lanka Development bonds; US$152mn sold, more offered on tap 6-month bonds were sold at 9.48 percent",negative,-0.990654767
"Sri Lanka rupee at 270/280 to US dollar, kerb market weakens",3/14/2022,Bonds & Forex,In the kerb market the US dollar was quoted at 282/290 rupees,"Sri Lanka rupee at 270/280 to US dollar, kerb market weakens In the kerb market the US dollar was quoted at 282/290 rupees",negative,-0.999317884
"Sri Lanka president to address the nation on Wednesday amid economic crisis, protests",3/14/2022,Uncategorized,The main opposition Samagi Jana Balawegaya has planned a protest in Colombo on Tuesday.,"Sri Lanka president to address the nation on Wednesday amid economic crisis, protests The main opposition Samagi Jana Balawegaya has planned a protest in Colombo on Tuesday.",positive,0.884055138
Sri Lanka president to meet Tamil National Alliance on March 15,3/14/2022,Politics,"“For us not to have land issues in the future, we must first discuss a political solution.""","Sri Lanka president to meet Tamil National Alliance on March 15 “For us not to have land issues in the future, we must first discuss a political solution.""",positive,0.984499812
"Govt health workers in Sri Lanka go on strike in Western, Eastern provinces",3/14/2022,Health,Health workers also demand that the government name the health profession a closed service,"Govt health workers in Sri Lanka go on strike in Western, Eastern provinces Health workers also demand that the government name the health profession a closed service",negative,-0.996948779
German travel vlogger in Sri Lanka mulls leaving as money printing creates blackouts,3/14/2022,Business,Money printed to create a production economy has created a currency crisis in the island,German travel vlogger in Sri Lanka mulls leaving as money printing creates blackouts Money printed to create a production economy has created a currency crisis in the island,negative,-0.999631405
Sri Lanka rupee opens 265/80 to the dollar,3/14/2022,Economy,.,Sri Lanka rupee opens 265/80 to the dollar .,positive,0.860525012
"Sri Lanka economic crisis: former PM wants national consensus, not change in govt",3/14/2022,Economy,"“No matter what our politics, this is our country. We must save it,” he said.","Sri Lanka economic crisis: former PM wants national consensus, not change in govt “No matter what our politics, this is our country. We must save it,” he said.",negative,-0.982135534
IMF top team in Sri Lanka to brief President on economic crisis,3/14/2022,Economy,IMF Asia Pacific Chief Changyong Rhee may head the delegation,IMF top team in Sri Lanka to brief President on economic crisis IMF Asia Pacific Chief Changyong Rhee may head the delegation,positive,0.990062118
Sri Lanka government taking tough calls to stabilize economy: Cabraal,3/14/2022,Economy,.,Sri Lanka government taking tough calls to stabilize economy: Cabraal .,negative,-0.975437999
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of over 3 hours for March 14,3/14/2022,Energy,Power crisis worsened because the authorities denied the CEB of 1-2 hour power cuts to conserve hydro storage ,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of over 3 hours for March 14 Power crisis worsened because the authorities denied the CEB of 1-2 hour power cuts to conserve hydro storage ,negative,-0.998236895
Cash-strapped Sri Lanka's cabinet panels meet to find alternative importing methods,3/14/2022,Trade,Sri Lanka's dollar shortage has forced its central bank to impose ban of several imports and seek credit lines ,Cash-strapped Sri Lanka's cabinet panels meet to find alternative importing methods Sri Lanka's dollar shortage has forced its central bank to impose ban of several imports and seek credit lines ,negative,-0.997345626
Sri Lanka hosts London investor forum aiming foreign money into capital market,3/13/2022,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka saw 50 billion rupees net foreign outflow last year due to the macroeconomic uncertainty,Sri Lanka hosts London investor forum aiming foreign money into capital market Sri Lanka saw 50 billion rupees net foreign outflow last year due to the macroeconomic uncertainty,negative,-0.970940471
India signs JVSHA for 100MW solar power plant in Sri Lanka's strategic Tricomalee,3/13/2022,Uncategorized,The JVSHA was signed a week ahead Finance Minister Basil Rajapakasa's visit to sign USD 1 billion cvedit line ,India signs JVSHA for 100MW solar power plant in Sri Lanka's strategic Tricomalee The JVSHA was signed a week ahead Finance Minister Basil Rajapakasa's visit to sign USD 1 billion cvedit line ,negative,-0.699139178
Sri Lanka buys 96MW for Southern grid power crisis from ACE,3/13/2022,Energy,That the Southern grid would face a serious deficit was warned earlier,Sri Lanka buys 96MW for Southern grid power crisis from ACE That the Southern grid would face a serious deficit was warned earlier,negative,-0.971378148
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hours for March 13,3/13/2022,Energy,"1 hour block for some areas, 3 hour 15 for others","Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hours for March 13 1 hour block for some areas, 3 hour 15 for others",negative,-0.979519069
Indian pilgrims joint St. Anthony's festival Kachchateevu,3/13/2022,Culture,.,Indian pilgrims joint St. Anthony's festival Kachchateevu .,positive,0.942057431
Sri Lanka opposition MP tables private motion to ban conversion therapy,3/12/2022,Human Rights,"“The parliament must intervene in ensuring the health rights of the people,” she added.","Sri Lanka opposition MP tables private motion to ban conversion therapy “The parliament must intervene in ensuring the health rights of the people,” she added.",negative,-0.522970915
Sri Lanka and India in 100MW solar plant in former coal project location,3/12/2022,Energy,In the location of the cancelled joint venture coal plant,Sri Lanka and India in 100MW solar plant in former coal project location In the location of the cancelled joint venture coal plant,negative,-0.987449527
Sri Lanka parliament passes Land Development (Amendment) Bill; gender equality in inheritance sought,3/12/2022,Legal,"""After these amendments, land cases in our country will also greatly reduce in number,"" he added.","Sri Lanka parliament passes Land Development (Amendment) Bill; gender equality in inheritance sought ""After these amendments, land cases in our country will also greatly reduce in number,"" he added.",positive,0.699933887
Sri Lanka drug prices up after money printing hits rupee; concern over cost,3/12/2022,Economy,"Many patients tempted to buy drugs in small amount ""without taking them for the prescribed period of time."" - MCPA","Sri Lanka drug prices up after money printing hits rupee; concern over cost Many patients tempted to buy drugs in small amount ""without taking them for the prescribed period of time."" - MCPA",negative,-0.993399501
Sri Lanka allows exporters to pay local suppliers in dollars,3/12/2022,Economy,Strategic Development Law projects may be given exemptions,Sri Lanka allows exporters to pay local suppliers in dollars Strategic Development Law projects may be given exemptions,negative,-0.949063897
"Sri Lanka bond yields soar, 2031 bonds 15.42-pct  after money printing",3/12/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka bond yields soar, 2031 bonds 15.42-pct  after money printing .",positive,0.9726336
"Sri Lanka shares fall over fuel price hike, devaluation uncertainty",3/12/2022,Markets,Bond auction results signaled a significant increase in the return of risk free government bonds    ,"Sri Lanka shares fall over fuel price hike, devaluation uncertainty Bond auction results signaled a significant increase in the return of risk free government bonds    ",positive,0.590362668
Sri Lanka Petrol at Rs254 and Diesel at Rs176 a litre after CPC hike,3/12/2022,Energy,Octane 92 price was increased by 43.5-pct to record 254 rupees a litre while diesel raised 45.5-pct to 176 rupees.,Sri Lanka Petrol at Rs254 and Diesel at Rs176 a litre after CPC hike Octane 92 price was increased by 43.5-pct to record 254 rupees a litre while diesel raised 45.5-pct to 176 rupees.,negative,-0.976930737
"Commodity, staple prices soar in Sri Lanka after rupee devaluation",3/11/2022,Economy,Dealers said the rupee was quoted around 260/75 against the USD on Friday.,"Commodity, staple prices soar in Sri Lanka after rupee devaluation Dealers said the rupee was quoted around 260/75 against the USD on Friday.",negative,-0.991845548
Air ticket prices in Sri Lanka go up 25-27 percent as rupee depreciates further,3/11/2022,Economy," ""This will affect all airline prices,"" Dharmadasa said.","Air ticket prices in Sri Lanka go up 25-27 percent as rupee depreciates further  ""This will affect all airline prices,"" Dharmadasa said.",negative,-0.970266759
"Sri Lanka eyeing IMF program amid currency float, rising oil prices, sources say",3/11/2022,Economy,A piecemeal attack will not help: economist,"Sri Lanka eyeing IMF program amid currency float, rising oil prices, sources say A piecemeal attack will not help: economist",negative,-0.998283625
Sri Lanka rupee at 265/275 after opening at 260/280 to US dollar,3/11/2022,Economy,"Some exporters have also started to convert, market participants said ","Sri Lanka rupee at 265/275 after opening at 260/280 to US dollar Some exporters have also started to convert, market participants said ",positive,0.719016969
"Sri Lanka needs sound economic management, reforms: ADB President",3/11/2022,Economy,ADB is having annual sessions in Sri Lanka in September,"Sri Lanka needs sound economic management, reforms: ADB President ADB is having annual sessions in Sri Lanka in September",negative,-0.981447458
Maldivian to fly to Sri Lanka's Ratmalana airport,3/11/2022,Aviation,First international flights to Ratmalana in 50 years,Maldivian to fly to Sri Lanka's Ratmalana airport First international flights to Ratmalana in 50 years,positive,0.995277524
Sri Lanka actions to stabilize economy in global turmoil: Cabraal,3/11/2022,Economy,The central bank has also called for higher fuel and electricity prices,Sri Lanka actions to stabilize economy in global turmoil: Cabraal The central bank has also called for higher fuel and electricity prices,negative,-0.926747739
Jerome Powell drives US inflation to 7.9-pct in Feb 22 as Sri Lanka hits 15.2-pct,3/11/2022,Economy,Powell has backed tracked on supply chains and 'transient inflation' amid public pressure,Jerome Powell drives US inflation to 7.9-pct in Feb 22 as Sri Lanka hits 15.2-pct Powell has backed tracked on supply chains and 'transient inflation' amid public pressure,negative,-0.990378499
Lanka IOC raises fuel prices to record high,3/11/2022,Energy,Ceypetco incurs a loss of 128 rupees per litre of diesel and 80 from a litre of petrol as of March 10 - Ceypetco chief,Lanka IOC raises fuel prices to record high Ceypetco incurs a loss of 128 rupees per litre of diesel and 80 from a litre of petrol as of March 10 - Ceypetco chief,negative,-0.998640239
Sri Lanka stock index sees record gain after select  shares go up,3/10/2022,Markets,"No fundamental reason for the gain as devaluation, rate hike are expected to hit the earnings - analyst","Sri Lanka stock index sees record gain after select  shares go up No fundamental reason for the gain as devaluation, rate hike are expected to hit the earnings - analyst",negative,-0.995174587
"Sri Lanka maintains near 4 hour power cut; furnace oil, diesel storage down",3/10/2022,Energy,"Sapugaskanda A, Uthuru Janani and Sojitz have diesel to run only for another 1.4, 1.3 and 2.4 days respectively - CEB","Sri Lanka maintains near 4 hour power cut; furnace oil, diesel storage down Sapugaskanda A, Uthuru Janani and Sojitz have diesel to run only for another 1.4, 1.3 and 2.4 days respectively - CEB",negative,-0.991391063
"India gives US$500mn credit line, hopes to end fuel shortages",3/10/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka can use the credit line to buy oil from India and also third countries,"India gives US$500mn credit line, hopes to end fuel shortages Sri Lanka can use the credit line to buy oil from India and also third countries",negative,-0.988930881
"Wizz Air Abu Dabhi adds weekly flights to Mattala, Sri Lanka, in first South Asian destination",3/10/2022,Uncategorized,The new route aims to promote Sri Lanka to an entirely new segment of tourists from UAE and neighbouring regions.,"Wizz Air Abu Dabhi adds weekly flights to Mattala, Sri Lanka, in first South Asian destination The new route aims to promote Sri Lanka to an entirely new segment of tourists from UAE and neighbouring regions.",positive,0.996460497
Sri Lanka stocks end 6-pct higher amid rupee float,3/10/2022,Markets,Dealers said the rupee float pushed the market up as the main retail counters are dollar earners.,Sri Lanka stocks end 6-pct higher amid rupee float Dealers said the rupee float pushed the market up as the main retail counters are dollar earners.,negative,-0.77942872
Sri Lanka's kerb and spot dollar unify around Rs255/265 amid float,3/10/2022,Bonds & Forex,The central bank started to float the rupee this week,Sri Lanka's kerb and spot dollar unify around Rs255/265 amid float The central bank started to float the rupee this week,negative,-0.986458957
Sri Lanka's forex woes affect issuance of driver's licenses,3/10/2022,Economy,He said the government has temporarily extended the validity period of a driving license for one year.,Sri Lanka's forex woes affect issuance of driver's licenses He said the government has temporarily extended the validity period of a driving license for one year.,negative,-0.995418429
Lohan Ratwatte appointed Sri Lanka's State Minister of Container Warehouse Facilities,3/10/2022,Politics,Samaraweera resigned from the same position on Tuesday (08) following the sacking of NFF leader Wimal Weerawansa.,Lohan Ratwatte appointed Sri Lanka's State Minister of Container Warehouse Facilities Samaraweera resigned from the same position on Tuesday (08) following the sacking of NFF leader Wimal Weerawansa.,negative,-0.990224659
Restaurants in Sri Lanka struggle to stay in business as LP gas shortages worsen,3/10/2022,Economy,"""We will see a serious shortage. We have very little stock, only sufficient for one or two days in the port.""","Restaurants in Sri Lanka struggle to stay in business as LP gas shortages worsen ""We will see a serious shortage. We have very little stock, only sufficient for one or two days in the port.""",negative,-0.999709547
"Sri Lanka rupee traded at 260 to US dollar for the day, market at 260/265",3/10/2022,Economy,No active trading is expected for the rest of the day,"Sri Lanka rupee traded at 260 to US dollar for the day, market at 260/265 No active trading is expected for the rest of the day",negative,-0.997076631
"Sri Lanka has to raise policy rates to contain inflation, help rupee: Wijewardena",3/10/2022,Economy,"We need a macro-economic plan that will cover the interest rates, exchange rate, monetary policy and the budget","Sri Lanka has to raise policy rates to contain inflation, help rupee: Wijewardena We need a macro-economic plan that will cover the interest rates, exchange rate, monetary policy and the budget",negative,-0.973350585
Sri Lanka rupee at 260/275 to dollar  after opening at 240/260,3/10/2022,Bonds & Forex,A clean float will end forex shortages,Sri Lanka rupee at 260/275 to dollar  after opening at 240/260 A clean float will end forex shortages,negative,-0.99780196
"Sri Lanka has to hike rates, ensure monetary fiscal co-ordination to help rupee: Bellwether",3/10/2022,Bellwether,Monetary fiscal co-ordination comes from an International Monetary Fund ,"Sri Lanka has to hike rates, ensure monetary fiscal co-ordination to help rupee: Bellwether Monetary fiscal co-ordination comes from an International Monetary Fund ",negative,-0.889020681
Sri Lanka parliament passes data protection act amid privacy concerns,3/10/2022,Democracy,"Justice Minister ensures to accommodate amendments, if necessary and privacy will be protected.     ","Sri Lanka parliament passes data protection act amid privacy concerns Justice Minister ensures to accommodate amendments, if necessary and privacy will be protected.     ",negative,-0.886987329
Sri Lanka faces near 4 hour power cut on Thursday,3/10/2022,Energy,"Sojitz, Sapugaskanda B and Kelanitissa plants have enough fuel to run for 2.6 days,  1.7 days and 1.1 days respectively...","Sri Lanka faces near 4 hour power cut on Thursday Sojitz, Sapugaskanda B and Kelanitissa plants have enough fuel to run for 2.6 days,  1.7 days and 1.1 days respectively...",negative,-0.98083204
Sri Lanka stock index plunges to over 4-month low after rupee devaluation,3/9/2022,Uncategorized,Analysts say devaluing the rupees to 230 is not sufficient as it doesn't reflect the actual valuations,Sri Lanka stock index plunges to over 4-month low after rupee devaluation Analysts say devaluing the rupees to 230 is not sufficient as it doesn't reflect the actual valuations,negative,-0.999721706
SriLankan partners with Raid Amazones to boost Europe tourists,3/9/2022,Uncategorized,"With Sri Lankan Airlines re-introducing flights to Paris, most attendees are scheduled to fly from Paris.","SriLankan partners with Raid Amazones to boost Europe tourists With Sri Lankan Airlines re-introducing flights to Paris, most attendees are scheduled to fly from Paris.",positive,0.984890163
"Sri Lanka bond yields rise, indicative dollar at Rs.229.5",3/9/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka bond yields rise, indicative dollar at Rs.229.5 .",positive,0.956711173
"Sri Lanka tightens import controls with license raj, taxes amid rupee float",3/9/2022,Economy,"Some items have been brought under licensing, some under taxes and some under taxes and licensing","Sri Lanka tightens import controls with license raj, taxes amid rupee float Some items have been brought under licensing, some under taxes and some under taxes and licensing",negative,-0.968438566
Sri Lanka economic crisis: all party conference on the cards; IMF report,3/9/2022,Economy,The Article IV report contains and analysis of economy and debt and monetary conditions.,Sri Lanka economic crisis: all party conference on the cards; IMF report The Article IV report contains and analysis of economy and debt and monetary conditions.,negative,-0.573147714
Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 240/255 to US dollar after central bank re-confirms float,3/9/2022,Economy,"""The currency is floated. Give it a day or two.""","Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 240/255 to US dollar after central bank re-confirms float ""The currency is floated. Give it a day or two.""",negative,-0.993921638
Sri Lanka 3-month Treasuries up across maturities,3/9/2022,Bonds & Forex,The debt office offered 60 billion rupees of bills and sold 60 billion,Sri Lanka 3-month Treasuries up across maturities The debt office offered 60 billion rupees of bills and sold 60 billion,negative,-0.992069244
"Sri Lanka tourism sees arrival, revenue drop after Russian invasion",3/9/2022,Tourism,"Sri Lankan saw one-fifth of its total 268,340 tourists visited from December to February were from Russia and Ukraine. ","Sri Lanka tourism sees arrival, revenue drop after Russian invasion Sri Lankan saw one-fifth of its total 268,340 tourists visited from December to February were from Russia and Ukraine. ",positive,0.984205723
"Sri Lanka bond yields flat, indicative dollar at Rs.229.5",3/9/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka bond yields flat, indicative dollar at Rs.229.5 .",negative,-0.998942673
Sri Lanka power crisis to affect parliament; speaker asks MPs to brace themselves,3/9/2022,Politics,"""I expect your cooperation and understanding in the event there are inconveniences or delays.""","Sri Lanka power crisis to affect parliament; speaker asks MPs to brace themselves ""I expect your cooperation and understanding in the event there are inconveniences or delays.""",negative,-0.981410265
"Simon Mundy to address Sri Lanka audience on climate, innovation, business",3/9/2022,Environment,"On climate change impacts, and possible solutions, ","Simon Mundy to address Sri Lanka audience on climate, innovation, business On climate change impacts, and possible solutions, ",positive,0.999190509
Crisis-riddled Sri Lanka appoints economic council; weekly meetings scheduled,3/9/2022,Economy,Intellectuals with standing in their respective fields will also be invited to meetings of the council as required.,Crisis-riddled Sri Lanka appoints economic council; weekly meetings scheduled Intellectuals with standing in their respective fields will also be invited to meetings of the council as required.,positive,0.981357872
"Sri Lanka central bank halts Rs8 top up for remittances, questions over Rs38",3/9/2022,Economy,The 8 rupee payment has been discontinued,"Sri Lanka central bank halts Rs8 top up for remittances, questions over Rs38 The 8 rupee payment has been discontinued",negative,-0.999372423
"Sri Lanka rupee official rate falls to Rs229 to US dollar, a historic low",3/9/2022,Bonds & Forex,Banks quote 225.5/230.00 for telegraphic transfers,"Sri Lanka rupee official rate falls to Rs229 to US dollar, a historic low Banks quote 225.5/230.00 for telegraphic transfers",negative,-0.997496426
Sri Lanka in talks with Iran Tea Association to boost exports,3/9/2022,Agriculture,Exports to Russia and Ukraine hit by invasion,Sri Lanka in talks with Iran Tea Association to boost exports Exports to Russia and Ukraine hit by invasion,positive,0.529777646
Sri Lanka President set up economic committee,3/9/2022,Economy,"Ministers, Secretaries, Treasury and CB representatives","Sri Lanka President set up economic committee Ministers, Secretaries, Treasury and CB representatives",positive,0.990662038
"Sri Lanka interest rate hike not enough, rupee cannot be held at 230: Harsha",3/9/2022,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka interest rate hike not enough, rupee cannot be held at 230: Harsha .",negative,-0.984078169
Responsibility for journo attack will fall on govt if police fails to act: Sri Lanka cabinet spox,3/8/2022,Free Speech,"""This 14th will be a month since the incident.""","Responsibility for journo attack will fall on govt if police fails to act: Sri Lanka cabinet spox ""This 14th will be a month since the incident.""",negative,-0.995920777
Sri Lanka stocks plunge to 4-month low after rupee devaluation,3/8/2022,Markets,"Rising oil price, policy rate hike, and shortage of dollars, fuel, and power cuts weighed on investor sentiment.","Sri Lanka stocks plunge to 4-month low after rupee devaluation Rising oil price, policy rate hike, and shortage of dollars, fuel, and power cuts weighed on investor sentiment.",negative,-0.99875617
"IFC, CSE ring bell for gender equality in Sri Lanka",3/8/2022,Uncategorized,The female labor force participation rate remains stagnate at around 35 percent in Sri Lanka,"IFC, CSE ring bell for gender equality in Sri Lanka The female labor force participation rate remains stagnate at around 35 percent in Sri Lanka",negative,-0.99898833
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 2.5-hours for March 09,3/8/2022,Power,"However, the PUCSL has not published any approved schedule at the time of writing.","Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 2.5-hours for March 09 However, the PUCSL has not published any approved schedule at the time of writing.",negative,-0.998615623
Sri Lanka likely to face more scrutiny in September UNHRC session,3/8/2022,Human Rights,"""Government has still not produced a credible road map on transitional justice towards accountability"" - UN rights chief","Sri Lanka likely to face more scrutiny in September UNHRC session ""Government has still not produced a credible road map on transitional justice towards accountability"" - UN rights chief",negative,-0.999087691
Sri Lanka should consider legalising abortion for rape victims: Justice Minister,3/8/2022,Gender Issues,"“If a woman is forced to have a child conceived by rape, that child will be looked at with hatred.""","Sri Lanka should consider legalising abortion for rape victims: Justice Minister “If a woman is forced to have a child conceived by rape, that child will be looked at with hatred.""",negative,-0.99336195
Sri Lanka's street light decision would be setback for female labour force- IPS economist,3/8/2022,Uncategorized,Government instructed local authorities to turn off street lights to conserve energy,Sri Lanka's street light decision would be setback for female labour force- IPS economist Government instructed local authorities to turn off street lights to conserve energy,negative,-0.995003998
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber welcomes exchange rate relaxation,3/8/2022,Economy,"Reminds on energy re-pricing, debt restructuring and IMF program","Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber welcomes exchange rate relaxation Reminds on energy re-pricing, debt restructuring and IMF program",positive,0.99779886
"Sri Lanka rupee converted near 230 to the US dollar, no float yet",3/8/2022,Economy,Exporter mandatory conversions around 225-230,"Sri Lanka rupee converted near 230 to the US dollar, no float yet Exporter mandatory conversions around 225-230",negative,-0.991882265
"Sri Lanka claims ""overwhelming support"" at UNHRC session; UK, US call for more engagement",3/8/2022,Human Rights,"“We’re a government that respects fundamental rights. Do not have any doubt about that.""","Sri Lanka claims ""overwhelming support"" at UNHRC session; UK, US call for more engagement “We’re a government that respects fundamental rights. Do not have any doubt about that.""",positive,0.990101337
Sri Lanka health official defends debunked COVID-19 cremation mandate,3/8/2022,Health," ""Due to not having a clear idea about how the virus works, the health authorities had to take certain measures.""","Sri Lanka health official defends debunked COVID-19 cremation mandate  ""Due to not having a clear idea about how the virus works, the health authorities had to take certain measures.""",negative,-0.997258663
Sri Lanka stocks gain over 1.5-pct at market open amid float,3/8/2022,Markets,ASPI up 1.5 percent minutes after the market opened ,Sri Lanka stocks gain over 1.5-pct at market open amid float ASPI up 1.5 percent minutes after the market opened ,negative,-0.987293005
Sri Lanka approves Rs38 incentive for worker remittance amid float move,3/8/2022,Economy,The cabinet approved it before the decision was made to change the exchange rate,Sri Lanka approves Rs38 incentive for worker remittance amid float move The cabinet approved it before the decision was made to change the exchange rate,negative,-0.910642087
"Sri Lanka forex markets open with bids at 230 to US dollar, no offers",3/8/2022,Bonds & Forex,The central bank has also called for tighter fiscal policy,"Sri Lanka forex markets open with bids at 230 to US dollar, no offers The central bank has also called for tighter fiscal policy",negative,-0.975551248
Sri Lanka finance minister to visit India soon; India assures continued support,3/8/2022,Economy,Finance Minister Rajapaksa had twice cancelled a planned visit to India.,Sri Lanka finance minister to visit India soon; India assures continued support Finance Minister Rajapaksa had twice cancelled a planned visit to India.,positive,0.93533957
"Sri Lanka rupee is floated, Rs230 a guidance: CB Governor",3/8/2022,Economy,We have given a guidance. It is a float,"Sri Lanka rupee is floated, Rs230 a guidance: CB Governor We have given a guidance. It is a float",negative,-0.988681436
"Sri Lanka rupee allowed to fall, expects Rs230 to dollar rate: Central Bank",3/7/2022,Economy,Says of the view that forex transactions would take place at levels which are not more than Rs. 230 per dollar,"Sri Lanka rupee allowed to fall, expects Rs230 to dollar rate: Central Bank Says of the view that forex transactions would take place at levels which are not more than Rs. 230 per dollar",negative,-0.996979773
"Sri Lanka gross official reserves down 2-pct US$2,361mn in Feb 22",3/7/2022,Economy,Net reserves are negative,"Sri Lanka gross official reserves down 2-pct US$2,361mn in Feb 22 Net reserves are negative",negative,-0.999290943
"Sri Lanka should market price energy, re-structure debt, go to IMF: biz chambers",3/7/2022,Economy,Willing to bear higher costs,"Sri Lanka should market price energy, re-structure debt, go to IMF: biz chambers Willing to bear higher costs",negative,-0.998278618
"Sri Lanka's CEB maintains 7.5-hour power cut on Tuesday; Fuel deficit, drought weigh",3/7/2022,Energy,"CEB: There is a power deficit of 398 MW for the day peak, 518 MW for the evening peak and 409 MW for the night peak.","Sri Lanka's CEB maintains 7.5-hour power cut on Tuesday; Fuel deficit, drought weigh CEB: There is a power deficit of 398 MW for the day peak, 518 MW for the evening peak and 409 MW for the night peak.",negative,-0.997197032
"Sri Lanka bourse down on concerns over extended power cuts, economic concerns",3/7/2022,Markets,Finance Minister on Monday urged local authorities to switch off street lights to conserve electricity ,"Sri Lanka bourse down on concerns over extended power cuts, economic concerns Finance Minister on Monday urged local authorities to switch off street lights to conserve electricity ",negative,-0.937295496
"Sri Lanka's SLFP will form new alliance, but not under former prez CBK: gen secy",3/7/2022,Politics,"“Definitely without the SLPP,” he said.","Sri Lanka's SLFP will form new alliance, but not under former prez CBK: gen secy “Definitely without the SLPP,” he said.",positive,0.960192323
"Sri Lanka bond yields move up, indicative dollar at Rs.202.04",3/7/2022,Bonds & Forex,Dealers said all the other bonds were inactive.,"Sri Lanka bond yields move up, indicative dollar at Rs.202.04 Dealers said all the other bonds were inactive.",negative,-0.999228954
Pandemonium at Sri Lanka foreign ministry consular office after power goes out,3/7/2022,Power,"""The people were outraged because the power cut inconvenienced their work.""","Pandemonium at Sri Lanka foreign ministry consular office after power goes out ""The people were outraged because the power cut inconvenienced their work.""",negative,-0.994798422
Easter attack: Sri Lanka Catholic leader calls for UNHRC intervention in finding truth,3/7/2022,Human Rights,"""The incumbent government of Sri Lanka has failed to mete out justice to the victims,"" he said.","Easter attack: Sri Lanka Catholic leader calls for UNHRC intervention in finding truth ""The incumbent government of Sri Lanka has failed to mete out justice to the victims,"" he said.",negative,-0.997719467
"Sri Lanka MP briefs UNHRC on anti-terror law, Easter attack, imprisoned colleague",3/7/2022,Human Rights,"Ethnic and religious minorities live in anxiety, the MP further claimed.","Sri Lanka MP briefs UNHRC on anti-terror law, Easter attack, imprisoned colleague Ethnic and religious minorities live in anxiety, the MP further claimed.",negative,-0.977136016
Sri Lanka PM wants ruling party local govt bodies to turn off street lamps,3/7/2022,Politics,Prime Minister Rajapaksa called for their assistance in what he called the “national duty” of conserving electricity...,Sri Lanka PM wants ruling party local govt bodies to turn off street lamps Prime Minister Rajapaksa called for their assistance in what he called the “national duty” of conserving electricity...,negative,-0.979047835
SriLankan partners with Manta Air to connect Maldives tourist islands,3/7/2022,Aviation,Partnering with Manta Air will create new opportunities of travel for our valuable customers - SriLankan,SriLankan partners with Manta Air to connect Maldives tourist islands Partnering with Manta Air will create new opportunities of travel for our valuable customers - SriLankan,positive,0.999371588
Sri Lankan students in Belarus advised to return to island via Moscow,3/7/2022,International Relations,"Approximately 1,561 Sri Lankan students are engaged in higher studies in Belarus.","Sri Lankan students in Belarus advised to return to island via Moscow Approximately 1,561 Sri Lankan students are engaged in higher studies in Belarus.",negative,-0.942222714
"Nadunagamuwa Raja, Sri Lanka's famed tusker carrying tooth relic, passes",3/7/2022,Culture,Raja carried the casket for 12 years.,"Nadunagamuwa Raja, Sri Lanka's famed tusker carrying tooth relic, passes Raja carried the casket for 12 years.",positive,0.976999342
"Sri Lanka bond yields down, indicative dollar at Rs.202.04",3/7/2022,Bonds & Forex,Overall secondary market is dull ,"Sri Lanka bond yields down, indicative dollar at Rs.202.04 Overall secondary market is dull ",negative,-0.999765694
Sri Lanka's main opposition to hold demonstration on March 15 in Colombo,3/7/2022,Politics,"The protest will focus on rising prices, fuel and gas shortages and the ongoing power crisis.","Sri Lanka's main opposition to hold demonstration on March 15 in Colombo The protest will focus on rising prices, fuel and gas shortages and the ongoing power crisis.",positive,0.613048732
Sri Lanka central bank net reserves negative by US$3.2bn in Jan 2022,3/7/2022,Economy,The country could experience monetary instability in case of further central bank financing of fiscal deficits,Sri Lanka central bank net reserves negative by US$3.2bn in Jan 2022 The country could experience monetary instability in case of further central bank financing of fiscal deficits,negative,-0.997914612
"Sri Lanka tea prices hit record in Feb 2022, Russia invasion dims prospects",3/7/2022,Business,In January Russia was the second largest buyer Ceylon tea,"Sri Lanka tea prices hit record in Feb 2022, Russia invasion dims prospects In January Russia was the second largest buyer Ceylon tea",negative,-0.996033967
Sri Lanka central bank taken by surprise as inflation gallops,3/6/2022,Economy,Blames banks for not raising deposits after replacing lost rupee reserves at rates far below inflation,Sri Lanka central bank taken by surprise as inflation gallops Blames banks for not raising deposits after replacing lost rupee reserves at rates far below inflation,negative,-0.990204811
Sri Lanka power cuts of up to 7.5h for March 07 based on fuel crisis,3/6/2022,Energy,Provisional schedule,Sri Lanka power cuts of up to 7.5h for March 07 based on fuel crisis Provisional schedule,negative,-0.99272716
"Sri Lanka tea exports drop 6.9-pct in Jan 2022, Iraq, Russia leads",3/6/2022,Business,Iraq and Russia leades,"Sri Lanka tea exports drop 6.9-pct in Jan 2022, Iraq, Russia leads Iraq and Russia leades",negative,-0.982471764
"Sri Lanka Transport Board to re-fuel private buses, more diesel promised",3/6/2022,Energy,Private bus owners had requested fuel from SLTB to avoid being in queues with the rest of the public,"Sri Lanka Transport Board to re-fuel private buses, more diesel promised Private bus owners had requested fuel from SLTB to avoid being in queues with the rest of the public",negative,-0.995580494
Sri Lanka in talks with India over Asian Clearing Union dues,3/5/2022,Economy,India deferred 512.5 million US dollars in January for two months,Sri Lanka in talks with India over Asian Clearing Union dues India deferred 512.5 million US dollars in January for two months,negative,-0.968884289
"Sri Lanka watching exchange rate, current level appropriate: CB Governor",3/5/2022,Economy, This week the rate at which money is printed to sterilize interventions was raised to 7.5 percent. ,"Sri Lanka watching exchange rate, current level appropriate: CB Governor  This week the rate at which money is printed to sterilize interventions was raised to 7.5 percent. ",negative,-0.986874878
Sri Lanka regulator says power cuts may or may not take place,3/5/2022,Energy,The scheduled power shedding may not take place or reduced depending on the availability of fuel stocks - PUCSL,Sri Lanka regulator says power cuts may or may not take place The scheduled power shedding may not take place or reduced depending on the availability of fuel stocks - PUCSL,negative,-0.995894313
Sri Lanka minister on strike as economic crisis sparks party divisions,3/4/2022,Politics,Both Gammanpila and Weerawansa helped the ruling SLPP get  landslide in the presidential and general elections,Sri Lanka minister on strike as economic crisis sparks party divisions Both Gammanpila and Weerawansa helped the ruling SLPP get  landslide in the presidential and general elections,positive,0.94146663
Sri Lanka stock index recovers on depreciation hopes after rate hike,3/4/2022,Markets,Market expects at least 20% fall when the rupee is floated and such depreciation will help export companies - analyst,Sri Lanka stock index recovers on depreciation hopes after rate hike Market expects at least 20% fall when the rupee is floated and such depreciation will help export companies - analyst,negative,-0.983156741
Sri Lanka ends controversial limit on COVID-19 burials,3/4/2022,Health,The ban was eventually lifted in early 2021 but burials were strictly limited to a site in Ottamavadi.,Sri Lanka ends controversial limit on COVID-19 burials The ban was eventually lifted in early 2021 but burials were strictly limited to a site in Ottamavadi.,negative,-0.956876397
Sri Lanka bond yields marginally down after rate hike,3/4/2022,Markets,CBSL increased the rates by 100bps,Sri Lanka bond yields marginally down after rate hike CBSL increased the rates by 100bps,negative,-0.999420643
"Sri Lanka schedules power cuts up to 7 hours on March 05, 2.5 Mar 06",3/4/2022,Energy,"P,Q,R,S,T,W areas to have only 4 hours on Saturday","Sri Lanka schedules power cuts up to 7 hours on March 05, 2.5 Mar 06 P,Q,R,S,T,W areas to have only 4 hours on Saturday",negative,-0.99304539
Sri Lanka trade of US$461mn threatened by Russia invasion of Ukraine,3/4/2022,Economy,Tourism is diversifed,Sri Lanka trade of US$461mn threatened by Russia invasion of Ukraine Tourism is diversifed,negative,-0.968708396
Sri Lanka bond yields marginally down in mid-morning trade,3/4/2022,Bonds & Forex,The CBSL increased the interest rates by 100 basis points in a bid to reduce money printing as forex shortages worsened ,Sri Lanka bond yields marginally down in mid-morning trade The CBSL increased the interest rates by 100 basis points in a bid to reduce money printing as forex shortages worsened ,negative,-0.999226332
Sri Lanka stocks slip at open after 100bp rate hike,3/4/2022,Markets,ASPI lost over 100 points within minutes into trading ,Sri Lanka stocks slip at open after 100bp rate hike ASPI lost over 100 points within minutes into trading ,negative,-0.99933821
"Sri Lanka price controls on credit cards, overdrafts, pawning to be raised: Central Bank",3/4/2022,Banking,"Credit cards (penal rates) now at 20-pct, T/ODs 18-pct and pawning 12-pct","Sri Lanka price controls on credit cards, overdrafts, pawning to be raised: Central Bank Credit cards (penal rates) now at 20-pct, T/ODs 18-pct and pawning 12-pct",negative,-0.994806707
Sri Lanka likely to receive fuel shipment under Indian credit this month,3/4/2022,Energy,"""We are likely to receive Indian oil parcels as soon as this month as they are fast tracking the process""","Sri Lanka likely to receive fuel shipment under Indian credit this month ""We are likely to receive Indian oil parcels as soon as this month as they are fast tracking the process""",negative,-0.989223599
"Sri Lanka central bank asks govt to delay capex, raise taxes, sell assets to slow forex crisis",3/4/2022,Economy,After raising policy rates 100bp,"Sri Lanka central bank asks govt to delay capex, raise taxes, sell assets to slow forex crisis After raising policy rates 100bp",negative,-0.989048302
Sri Lanka central bank hikes policy rate 100bp to counter forex crisis,3/4/2022,Economy,"Tax hikes, delays in capex proposed","Sri Lanka central bank hikes policy rate 100bp to counter forex crisis Tax hikes, delays in capex proposed",negative,-0.986106396
"Sri Lanka money printing, deficits could lead to economic implosion: IMF report",3/4/2022,Economy,"The country could experience significant contractions in imports and private credit growth, or monetary instability ","Sri Lanka money printing, deficits could lead to economic implosion: IMF report The country could experience significant contractions in imports and private credit growth, or monetary instability ",negative,-0.998431981
"Sri Lanka biz chambers call for debt-restructuring, IMF deal, market pricing of energy",3/4/2022,Economy,Nine biz chambers in joint call,"Sri Lanka biz chambers call for debt-restructuring, IMF deal, market pricing of energy Nine biz chambers in joint call",negative,-0.981158078
Sri Lanka sees LP gas shortages re-emerge amid forex crisis,3/4/2022,Energy,"""With today's situation, there will be another shortage of gas by next week.""","Sri Lanka sees LP gas shortages re-emerge amid forex crisis ""With today's situation, there will be another shortage of gas by next week.""",negative,-0.996522903
Sri Lanka stocks fall over rate hike expectation amid economic concerns,3/3/2022,Markets,"""Investors expect further rate hike at the policy rate meeting tomorrow""","Sri Lanka stocks fall over rate hike expectation amid economic concerns ""Investors expect further rate hike at the policy rate meeting tomorrow""",negative,-0.997499526
Sri Lanka leader sacks two cabinet ministers as economic crisis bites,3/3/2022,Political News,President Rajapaksa has removed Energy Minister Udaya Gammanpila and Industries Minister Wimal Weerawansa. ,Sri Lanka leader sacks two cabinet ministers as economic crisis bites President Rajapaksa has removed Energy Minister Udaya Gammanpila and Industries Minister Wimal Weerawansa. ,negative,-0.991700351
Sri Lanka CPC has not decided to raise fuel prices despite mounting losses,3/3/2022,Uncategorized,State-run CPC faces risk of heavy loss as the world crude oil price have risen over USD 116 per barrel  ,Sri Lanka CPC has not decided to raise fuel prices despite mounting losses State-run CPC faces risk of heavy loss as the world crude oil price have risen over USD 116 per barrel  ,negative,-0.998907328
Sri Lanka President sacks energy minister,3/3/2022,Political News,Minister Udaya Gammanpila replaced with Gamini Lokuge,Sri Lanka President sacks energy minister Minister Udaya Gammanpila replaced with Gamini Lokuge,negative,-0.933827698
"Sri Lanka bond yields flat at close, indicative dollar at Rs.202",3/3/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka bond yields flat at close, indicative dollar at Rs.202 .",negative,-0.998819053
Sri Lanka to face 7.5-hour power cut for third day on March 04 as crises pile up,3/3/2022,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka will face a 7.5-hour cut for the third day running on Friday (04),Sri Lanka to face 7.5-hour power cut for third day on March 04 as crises pile up Sri Lanka will face a 7.5-hour cut for the third day running on Friday (04),negative,-0.993939638
Govt health workers in Sri Lanka to suspend strike on March 04 for 10 days,3/3/2022,Health,"Some officials are outsourcing laboratory services to the private sector in exchange for commissions, he claimed.","Govt health workers in Sri Lanka to suspend strike on March 04 for 10 days Some officials are outsourcing laboratory services to the private sector in exchange for commissions, he claimed.",negative,-0.987864196
No plans to revise work hours in Sri Lanka despite bigger crowds in public transport,3/3/2022,Health,"""We are aware of this issue with the lack of fuel, but we have not taken any decisions regarding it yet.""","No plans to revise work hours in Sri Lanka despite bigger crowds in public transport ""We are aware of this issue with the lack of fuel, but we have not taken any decisions regarding it yet.""",negative,-0.9953053
"Sri Lanka welcomes 96,000 tourists in Feb 2022 led by Russia",3/3/2022,Tourism,"28,000 Russians have visited Sri Lanka in the first two months of 2022","Sri Lanka welcomes 96,000 tourists in Feb 2022 led by Russia 28,000 Russians have visited Sri Lanka in the first two months of 2022",positive,0.998566568
"Sri Lankan expats, students leaving Ukraine asked to carry documents, supplies",3/3/2022,International Relations,"Expats, students asked to bring adequate supply of food, water and medicines due to long waiting times at the border","Sri Lankan expats, students leaving Ukraine asked to carry documents, supplies Expats, students asked to bring adequate supply of food, water and medicines due to long waiting times at the border",negative,-0.983392775
"Bhutan, Nepal, Maldives support Ukraine in UN vote on Russia invasion as Sri Lanka abstains",3/3/2022,Political News,"Most of East Asia, Western Europe, most former East Europe, North and South America, island states vote for Ukraine ","Bhutan, Nepal, Maldives support Ukraine in UN vote on Russia invasion as Sri Lanka abstains Most of East Asia, Western Europe, most former East Europe, North and South America, island states vote for Ukraine ",negative,-0.749696612
Sri Lanka bond yields up in mid-morning trade,3/3/2022,Markets,Policy meeting on Friday (04),Sri Lanka bond yields up in mid-morning trade Policy meeting on Friday (04),positive,0.9573946
"Sri Lanka Catholic leader meets UN human rights chief, discusses Easter attacks",3/3/2022,Human Rights,"In 2018, the Archbishop controversially criticised Western nations for “teaching” human rights to a country Sri Lank...","Sri Lanka Catholic leader meets UN human rights chief, discusses Easter attacks In 2018, the Archbishop controversially criticised Western nations for “teaching” human rights to a country Sri Lank...",negative,-0.987815499
UN Special Procedures call for immediate moratorium on Sri Lanka's anti-terror law,3/3/2022,Human Rights,“An immediate moratorium on the use of the PTA is required until the necessary amendments can be made.”,UN Special Procedures call for immediate moratorium on Sri Lanka's anti-terror law “An immediate moratorium on the use of the PTA is required until the necessary amendments can be made.”,negative,-0.996290207
"Sri Lanka debt unsustainable, should stop printing money, hike rates, taxes: IMF",3/3/2022,Economy,Country risk monetary instability,"Sri Lanka debt unsustainable, should stop printing money, hike rates, taxes: IMF Country risk monetary instability",negative,-0.995992005
"Sri Lanka in drug shortages, due to price controls, forex crisis, NMRA delays",3/3/2022,Economy,NMRA delaying re-registration and registration of drugs,"Sri Lanka in drug shortages, due to price controls, forex crisis, NMRA delays NMRA delaying re-registration and registration of drugs",negative,-0.999203622
Sri Lanka coconut export earning up 26-pct to US$834 mln,3/2/2022,Agriculture,There is a huge demand in the world for local coconut based products - Plantation Minister Ramesh Pathirana ,Sri Lanka coconut export earning up 26-pct to US$834 mln There is a huge demand in the world for local coconut based products - Plantation Minister Ramesh Pathirana ,positive,0.993521631
"Sri Lanka stock index down over extended power cuts, economic concerns",3/2/2022,Markets,"""Basically there is no confidence in the whole business environment""  ","Sri Lanka stock index down over extended power cuts, economic concerns ""Basically there is no confidence in the whole business environment""  ",negative,-0.999350846
"Sri Lanka bond yields up at close, indicative dollar Rs.201.89",3/2/2022,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's debt office offered 55 billion rupees and sold 35.9 billion,"Sri Lanka bond yields up at close, indicative dollar Rs.201.89 Sri Lanka's debt office offered 55 billion rupees and sold 35.9 billion",negative,-0.981661856
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 7.5-hours for March 03,3/2/2022,Power,"All areas will experience a five-hour power cut between 8.30 am and 6pm, the PUCSL said.","Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 7.5-hours for March 03 All areas will experience a five-hour power cut between 8.30 am and 6pm, the PUCSL said.",negative,-0.94188565
"Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields soar across maturities, one year up 142-bp",3/2/2022,Bonds & Forex,The 3-month yield rose 72 basis points to 9.33 percent,"Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields soar across maturities, one year up 142-bp The 3-month yield rose 72 basis points to 9.33 percent",positive,0.958761811
"Sri Lanka chamber calls for urgent end to power, forex crisis, calls for IMF program",3/2/2022,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka chamber calls for urgent end to power, forex crisis, calls for IMF program .",positive,0.70623076
"Amid ""terrible trauma"", 32 Sri Lankans cross Ukraine-Polish border: source",3/2/2022,International Relations,"“You can’t blame them when isolating. People can criticize but the reality is inhuman.""","Amid ""terrible trauma"", 32 Sri Lankans cross Ukraine-Polish border: source “You can’t blame them when isolating. People can criticize but the reality is inhuman.""",negative,-0.987941802
"Chinese envoy meets Sri Lanka leader, discusses Belt and Road projects",3/2/2022,International Relations,"Sri Lanka has been in the middle of a geopolitical tussle between China, the US and India, analysts say.","Chinese envoy meets Sri Lanka leader, discusses Belt and Road projects Sri Lanka has been in the middle of a geopolitical tussle between China, the US and India, analysts say.",negative,-0.933000982
"Sri Lanka bond yields up, indicative dollar at Rs.201.05",3/2/2022,Bonds & Forex,Only a bond maturing in 2025 is active in the market ,"Sri Lanka bond yields up, indicative dollar at Rs.201.05 Only a bond maturing in 2025 is active in the market ",negative,-0.942355275
Sri Lanka to face tough UNHRC session amid more international scrutiny,3/2/2022,Human Rights,UN rights boss remains concerned about the continued lack of accountability for past human rights violations - report,Sri Lanka to face tough UNHRC session amid more international scrutiny UN rights boss remains concerned about the continued lack of accountability for past human rights violations - report,negative,-0.989354253
Sri Lanka power regulator seeks US$150mn for fuel for 60-days,3/2/2022,Economy,7 hour power cuts damages economy,Sri Lanka power regulator seeks US$150mn for fuel for 60-days 7 hour power cuts damages economy,negative,-0.998002589
Sri Lanka apparel exports in 5-year record in January 2022 amid war clouds: JAAF,3/2/2022,Economy,The order book was strong but the Russia's invasion of Ukraine was a challenge,Sri Lanka apparel exports in 5-year record in January 2022 amid war clouds: JAAF The order book was strong but the Russia's invasion of Ukraine was a challenge,negative,-0.956075668
Sri Lanka to face 7.5 hour power cut on March 02 as energy crisis intesifies,3/1/2022,Power,The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) confirmed the decision to reporters Tuesday (01) afternoon.,Sri Lanka to face 7.5 hour power cut on March 02 as energy crisis intesifies The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) confirmed the decision to reporters Tuesday (01) afternoon.,negative,-0.889522135
Sri Lanka opposition MPs fly off to Geneva to secure release of imprisoned colleague,3/1/2022,Human Rights,"“There is no place in Sri Lanka to appeal this,” he added.","Sri Lanka opposition MPs fly off to Geneva to secure release of imprisoned colleague “There is no place in Sri Lanka to appeal this,” he added.",negative,-0.995772898
"Sri Lanka president extends tenure of controversial 'One Country, One Law' task force",3/1/2022,Politics,Critics have said the Thero has been used to create a rift between the Sinhalese and Muslims for political reasons.,"Sri Lanka president extends tenure of controversial 'One Country, One Law' task force Critics have said the Thero has been used to create a rift between the Sinhalese and Muslims for political reasons.",negative,-0.989516258
Sri Lanka's fisherfolk warned of rough seas from Bay of Bengal disturbance,3/1/2022,Weather and Climate,"""There can be very heavy showers or thundershowers, strong winds gusting up to 60 kilometres per hour.""","Sri Lanka's fisherfolk warned of rough seas from Bay of Bengal disturbance ""There can be very heavy showers or thundershowers, strong winds gusting up to 60 kilometres per hour.""",negative,-0.872090757
Sri Lanka's NTB Bank net up 77-pct in Dec 22 quarter,3/1/2022,Banking,Strong credit growth,Sri Lanka's NTB Bank net up 77-pct in Dec 22 quarter Strong credit growth,positive,0.998475254
Sri Lanka's Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith discusses Easter bombings probe with Pope,3/1/2022,Human Rights,"The need for international aid in bringing justice for the victims was also to be addressed, the statement said.","Sri Lanka's Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith discusses Easter bombings probe with Pope The need for international aid in bringing justice for the victims was also to be addressed, the statement said.",positive,0.973236322
Lisa Kaestner appointed Sri Lanka and Maldives Country Manager for IFC,3/1/2022,Culture,"A US national, Kaestner had joined IFC in 1999 as the resident representative in Georgia","Lisa Kaestner appointed Sri Lanka and Maldives Country Manager for IFC A US national, Kaestner had joined IFC in 1999 as the resident representative in Georgia",positive,0.979199827
"Sri Lanka to import potassium fertilizer, give subsidy",3/1/2022,Agriculture,"38,500 MT will be imported for the Yala minor paddy cultivation season","Sri Lanka to import potassium fertilizer, give subsidy 38,500 MT will be imported for the Yala minor paddy cultivation season",negative,-0.983046949
Sri Lanka gives 1.9mn barrel petrol supply deal to UAEs OQ Trading,3/1/2022,Energy,"OQ Trading will supply petrol from February 15, 2020 to October 14, 2022","Sri Lanka gives 1.9mn barrel petrol supply deal to UAEs OQ Trading OQ Trading will supply petrol from February 15, 2020 to October 14, 2022",negative,-0.959711492
"Sri Lanka to give defunct state paper factory, 111-acre land on 30-year lease",3/1/2022,Economy,The cabinet of ministers had approved a proposal by Industries Minister to formally lease the land,"Sri Lanka to give defunct state paper factory, 111-acre land on 30-year lease The cabinet of ministers had approved a proposal by Industries Minister to formally lease the land",negative,-0.70684427
"Sri Lanka permits free visa extension to Ukrainian, Russian tourists as war rages",3/1/2022,International Relations,"The extension will apply to 11,463 Russians and 3,993 Ukrainians who are currently in Sri Lanka.","Sri Lanka permits free visa extension to Ukrainian, Russian tourists as war rages The extension will apply to 11,463 Russians and 3,993 Ukrainians who are currently in Sri Lanka.",negative,-0.94910121
Sri Lanka tea industry braced for Russia-Ukraine fallout,3/1/2022,Agriculture,In January Russia bought 2.5 million kilograms of tea becoming the second largest buyer,Sri Lanka tea industry braced for Russia-Ukraine fallout In January Russia bought 2.5 million kilograms of tea becoming the second largest buyer,negative,-0.890993714
"Sri Lanka rupee appreciates against Ruble, Bank of Russia may clean float",3/1/2022,Bonds & Forex,Policy rate hiked to 20-pct as Russians withdraw cash,"Sri Lanka rupee appreciates against Ruble, Bank of Russia may clean float Policy rate hiked to 20-pct as Russians withdraw cash",negative,-0.927106202
"Sri Lanka evacuating 40 nationals in Ukraine via Poland, watching Belarus",3/1/2022,Political News,"1,556 students in Belarus","Sri Lanka evacuating 40 nationals in Ukraine via Poland, watching Belarus 1,556 students in Belarus",negative,-0.861503005
Sri Lanka stock index recovers further after steep fall; concerns remain,2/28/2022,Markets,"""After the market lost about 2,000 odd points in the last few days, we are seeing a similar bounce back in the market.""","Sri Lanka stock index recovers further after steep fall; concerns remain ""After the market lost about 2,000 odd points in the last few days, we are seeing a similar bounce back in the market.""",negative,-0.796596587
"Ukrainians in Sri Lanka ask for support in showing world ""beastly face of Putin's dictatorship""",2/28/2022,International Relations,"""A whole generation of your children grew up in the war and you wholeheartedly understand what is happening.""","Ukrainians in Sri Lanka ask for support in showing world ""beastly face of Putin's dictatorship"" ""A whole generation of your children grew up in the war and you wholeheartedly understand what is happening.""",positive,0.999103487
Sri Lanka central bank seeks grey market informers in forex crisis,2/28/2022,Economy,The central bank gave telephone numbers and email addresses for informants to use,Sri Lanka central bank seeks grey market informers in forex crisis The central bank gave telephone numbers and email addresses for informants to use,negative,-0.990595102
"Sri Lanka inflation hits 15.1-pct in Feb 2022, a 13-year high",2/28/2022,Economy,Food prices up 35.3-pct since February 2020 when money printing was ratcheted up,"Sri Lanka inflation hits 15.1-pct in Feb 2022, a 13-year high Food prices up 35.3-pct since February 2020 when money printing was ratcheted up",negative,-0.992049634
'Facebook Protect' authorization extended to Sri Lanka,2/28/2022,ICT,To protect people who hold accountable posts from hackers ,'Facebook Protect' authorization extended to Sri Lanka To protect people who hold accountable posts from hackers ,negative,-0.924548924
"Sri Lanka import 45-pct of wheat, other grains, sunflower oil from Russia, Ukraine: IPS",2/28/2022,Economy,Forex crisis compounds the problem,"Sri Lanka import 45-pct of wheat, other grains, sunflower oil from Russia, Ukraine: IPS Forex crisis compounds the problem",negative,-0.993839085
"Sri Lanka health workers to go on strike March 02, 03 over salary anomalies, other demands",2/28/2022,Health,"""The Ministry of Health has not acted in good faith to prevent trade union action,"" he said.","Sri Lanka health workers to go on strike March 02, 03 over salary anomalies, other demands ""The Ministry of Health has not acted in good faith to prevent trade union action,"" he said.",negative,-0.997368038
Ukraine anti-Russia protestors in Sri Lanka target Russia embassy,2/28/2022,International Relations,Protestors were seen carrying placards with slogans like “Ukraine will win” and “Russia attacks Ukraine”.,Ukraine anti-Russia protestors in Sri Lanka target Russia embassy Protestors were seen carrying placards with slogans like “Ukraine will win” and “Russia attacks Ukraine”.,negative,-0.987311244
Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank net down 11-pct in Dec 21 amid loan losses,2/28/2022,Stocks & Companies,Commercial Bank group reported earnings of 4.37 rupees per share for the December 2021 quarter.,Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank net down 11-pct in Dec 21 amid loan losses Commercial Bank group reported earnings of 4.37 rupees per share for the December 2021 quarter.,negative,-0.996013522
India diving support ship on Sri Lanka training mission,2/28/2022,Defence,On a 10 - day mission,India diving support ship on Sri Lanka training mission On a 10 - day mission,positive,0.802107453
Sri Lanka's Richard Pieris Finance 'AA-(lka)' rating confirmed on parent's support,2/28/2022,Stocks & Companies,RPF's regulatory six-month non-performing loan (NPL) ratio of 27.8% at end of the first half of 2022,Sri Lanka's Richard Pieris Finance 'AA-(lka)' rating confirmed on parent's support RPF's regulatory six-month non-performing loan (NPL) ratio of 27.8% at end of the first half of 2022,negative,-0.814925253
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hours for March 01,2/28/2022,Power,Analysts say the power cuts can extend till April- May depending on the fuel supply.,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 3 hours for March 01 Analysts say the power cuts can extend till April- May depending on the fuel supply.,negative,-0.988387525
"Sri Lanka bond yields marginally up, indicative dollar at Rs201.05",2/28/2022,Bonds & Forex,Overall bond market inactive ,"Sri Lanka bond yields marginally up, indicative dollar at Rs201.05 Overall bond market inactive ",negative,-0.998652935
"Sri Lanka considering visa extensions for Ukrainian, Russian tourists",2/28/2022,Tourism,The Ministry of External Affairs and Department of Immigration and Emigration are working together in this regard.,"Sri Lanka considering visa extensions for Ukrainian, Russian tourists The Ministry of External Affairs and Department of Immigration and Emigration are working together in this regard.",positive,0.963051736
"Sri Lanka central bank suggest tax increases on 700 items, dollar taxed imports of cars",2/28/2022,Economy,Revenue proposals,"Sri Lanka central bank suggest tax increases on 700 items, dollar taxed imports of cars Revenue proposals",negative,-0.952881694
No PCR tests for Sri Lanka bound travelers from March 01: SriLankan,2/28/2022,Aviation,Fully vaccinated travellers are those who had taken a second dose at least two week before departure,No PCR tests for Sri Lanka bound travelers from March 01: SriLankan Fully vaccinated travellers are those who had taken a second dose at least two week before departure,negative,-0.989456594
Sri Lanka tourism earnings revenues revised up 142-pct,2/27/2022,Business,"Higher tourism receipts, like exports and remittances generates more imports as recipients spend the money","Sri Lanka tourism earnings revenues revised up 142-pct Higher tourism receipts, like exports and remittances generates more imports as recipients spend the money",negative,-0.857336044
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of over 5 hours for Feb 28,2/27/2022,Energy,"Up to 2 hours 45 minutes in P,Q,R,S,T,U,V,W areas.","Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of over 5 hours for Feb 28 Up to 2 hours 45 minutes in P,Q,R,S,T,U,V,W areas.",negative,-0.973557889
Sri Lanka scraps COVID-19 PCR requirement for inbound travellers,2/27/2022,Health,"Sri Lanka has seen an increase in inbound travellers, mainly tourists, to the country.","Sri Lanka scraps COVID-19 PCR requirement for inbound travellers Sri Lanka has seen an increase in inbound travellers, mainly tourists, to the country.",positive,0.89058727
Transport providers in Sri Lanka struggle to find fuel amid shortage,2/27/2022,Transport,"“The crisis has scared a few customers and they would pump petrol even if the tanks were full,"" he said.","Transport providers in Sri Lanka struggle to find fuel amid shortage “The crisis has scared a few customers and they would pump petrol even if the tanks were full,"" he said.",negative,-0.996656656
"Sri Lanka rupee appreciates against Ruble, sanctions against Russia central bank",2/27/2022,Economy,"Second, we will paralyse the assets of Russia’s central bank","Sri Lanka rupee appreciates against Ruble, sanctions against Russia central bank Second, we will paralyse the assets of Russia’s central bank",negative,-0.623472214
Sri Lanka remittances down 61-pct in January 2022 amid parallel exchange rates,2/26/2022,Economy,Remittances started to slow down faster from around September,Sri Lanka remittances down 61-pct in January 2022 amid parallel exchange rates Remittances started to slow down faster from around September,negative,-0.99930644
Address fuel shortage to prevent collapse of public transport: Sri Lanka private bus owners,2/26/2022,Transport,"""Who bears the loss?  At this time, I don’t think we can put that burden on the commuting public,” he said.","Address fuel shortage to prevent collapse of public transport: Sri Lanka private bus owners ""Who bears the loss?  At this time, I don’t think we can put that burden on the commuting public,” he said.",negative,-0.998558223
Fisherfolk from across Sri Lanka protest alleged Indian poaching,2/26/2022,International Relations,"""There isn’t enough fish to breed properly because these big fishermen come and catch them all.”","Fisherfolk from across Sri Lanka protest alleged Indian poaching ""There isn’t enough fish to breed properly because these big fishermen come and catch them all.”",negative,-0.992840052
Sri Lanka expects March furnace oil ship to ease power cuts: Minister,2/26/2022,Energy,Furnace oil ship due on March 03,Sri Lanka expects March furnace oil ship to ease power cuts: Minister Furnace oil ship due on March 03,negative,-0.99116534
"Sri Lanka IOC unit raises petrol to Rs204, Diesel to Rs139 a litre",2/26/2022,Economy,The price hike came amid a rise in global prices,"Sri Lanka IOC unit raises petrol to Rs204, Diesel to Rs139 a litre The price hike came amid a rise in global prices",negative,-0.826537192
US Ambassador Julie Chung accredited to Sri Lanka,2/26/2022,Political News,"She has served at the U.S. embassies in Iraq, Colombia, Vietnam, and Japan, and the U.S. Consulate in Guangzhou, China. ","US Ambassador Julie Chung accredited to Sri Lanka She has served at the U.S. embassies in Iraq, Colombia, Vietnam, and Japan, and the U.S. Consulate in Guangzhou, China. ",positive,0.979883611
"Sri Lanka sells Rs32.4bn in bonds, yields edge up",2/26/2022,Bonds & Forex,Over the last year bonds returns have been below inflation,"Sri Lanka sells Rs32.4bn in bonds, yields edge up Over the last year bonds returns have been below inflation",positive,0.627722859
Sri Lanka stocks recover from 3-1/2-month low on bargain hunting,2/25/2022,Uncategorized,"""It was bargain hunting, though we saw some strong selling early in the trading,"" says analyst.","Sri Lanka stocks recover from 3-1/2-month low on bargain hunting ""It was bargain hunting, though we saw some strong selling early in the trading,"" says analyst.",negative,-0.994646847
Sri Lanka schedules 2 to 3 hour power cuts on Feb 26-27,2/25/2022,Energy,"Three hours on Saturday, Sunday cuts only to ABC","Sri Lanka schedules 2 to 3 hour power cuts on Feb 26-27 Three hours on Saturday, Sunday cuts only to ABC",negative,-0.983298242
"Sri Lanka bond yields marginally up, indicative dollar Rs202.33",2/25/2022,Bonds & Forex,Tethers stable coin at 253.70,"Sri Lanka bond yields marginally up, indicative dollar Rs202.33 Tethers stable coin at 253.70",negative,-0.729372263
"Sri Lanka tourism sector sees cancellations, extensions as Russia-Ukraine conflict intensifies",2/25/2022,International Relations,"’Ukraine and Russia conflict will be a big disaster as people will not travel.""","Sri Lanka tourism sector sees cancellations, extensions as Russia-Ukraine conflict intensifies ’Ukraine and Russia conflict will be a big disaster as people will not travel.""",negative,-0.999281943
Sri Lanka President orders price controls on farmgate milk,2/25/2022,Agriculture,To remove the price disparity in the purchase of liquid milk,Sri Lanka President orders price controls on farmgate milk To remove the price disparity in the purchase of liquid milk,negative,-0.969586909
Sri Lanka explores Polish border to ensure safe passage of 9 locals in Ukraine - source,2/25/2022,Uncategorized,We are trying to ensure their passage via the Polish border. We are still negotiating with relevant authorities on this.,Sri Lanka explores Polish border to ensure safe passage of 9 locals in Ukraine - source We are trying to ensure their passage via the Polish border. We are still negotiating with relevant authorities on this.,positive,0.982390881
Sri Lanka confident of no immediate withdrawal of EU's GSP+: Foreign Secretary,2/25/2022,Agriculture,"""We are confident that we will have the GSP plus for a while. But it does not mean that we should take it lightly.""","Sri Lanka confident of no immediate withdrawal of EU's GSP+: Foreign Secretary ""We are confident that we will have the GSP plus for a while. But it does not mean that we should take it lightly.""",positive,0.996670306
Sri Lanka calls for end to hostilities in Ukraine after Russia invasion,2/25/2022,Political News,.,Sri Lanka calls for end to hostilities in Ukraine after Russia invasion .,positive,0.692186117
"Sri Lanka needs US$1,285mn for three months of oil, US$500mn from India: Minister",2/25/2022,Energy,Oil prices are rising due to Russian invasion of Ukraine,"Sri Lanka needs US$1,285mn for three months of oil, US$500mn from India: Minister Oil prices are rising due to Russian invasion of Ukraine",negative,-0.990179062
Sri Lanka export zones under BOI excluded from power cuts: Minister,2/25/2022,Energy,Industries with generators paid Rs36 per unit,Sri Lanka export zones under BOI excluded from power cuts: Minister Industries with generators paid Rs36 per unit,negative,-0.937718153
Sri Lanka reviewing proposals by investment banks to re-finance debt: Treasury Secretary,2/25/2022,Economy,"""They have submitted various proposals.""","Sri Lanka reviewing proposals by investment banks to re-finance debt: Treasury Secretary ""They have submitted various proposals.""",positive,0.537720501
Sri Lanka assigns Ankara mission to ensure safe passage of locals in Ukraine,2/25/2022,Defence,Foreign Ministry urges locals in Ukraine to contact the Sri Lankan Embassy in Ankara,Sri Lanka assigns Ankara mission to ensure safe passage of locals in Ukraine Foreign Ministry urges locals in Ukraine to contact the Sri Lankan Embassy in Ankara,negative,-0.941269696
Qatar Airways resumes fifth daily flight to Sri Lanka,2/25/2022,Aviation,Qatar Airways becomes the first operator to resume pre-pandemic level daily flights ,Qatar Airways resumes fifth daily flight to Sri Lanka Qatar Airways becomes the first operator to resume pre-pandemic level daily flights ,positive,0.989422143
"Sri Lanka talking to China, bi-lateral lenders to reprofile debt: Minister",2/25/2022,Economy,We have initiated talks with China and several other countries to reprofile debt,"Sri Lanka talking to China, bi-lateral lenders to reprofile debt: Minister We have initiated talks with China and several other countries to reprofile debt",positive,0.7784338
"Sri Lanka's tea, tourism, energy, threatened by Ukraine-Russia conflict - analysts",2/25/2022,Economy,"""With the crude prices are expected to hit 115 US dollars soon, how Sri Lanka is going to buy oil is a huge challenge.""","Sri Lanka's tea, tourism, energy, threatened by Ukraine-Russia conflict - analysts ""With the crude prices are expected to hit 115 US dollars soon, how Sri Lanka is going to buy oil is a huge challenge.""",negative,-0.990136206
Sri Lanka Finance Minister to visit India to discuss one billion dollars of credit lines,2/25/2022,Economy,We are ready to enter into several agreements with India,Sri Lanka Finance Minister to visit India to discuss one billion dollars of credit lines We are ready to enter into several agreements with India,positive,0.970528066
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 5 hours on Feb 25,2/24/2022,Energy,"Power cuts of 5 hours and 15 minutes had been approved for P, Q, R, S, T, U, V and W areas","Sri Lanka schedules power cuts of 5 hours on Feb 25 Power cuts of 5 hours and 15 minutes had been approved for P, Q, R, S, T, U, V and W areas",negative,-0.982044935
Sri Lanka stocks post worst loss in near 2 years; fall to 3-1/2-mth low,2/24/2022,Uncategorized,"Both stock index nosedived as economic concerns, crude oil price outlook after Russian attack dented sentiment","Sri Lanka stocks post worst loss in near 2 years; fall to 3-1/2-mth low Both stock index nosedived as economic concerns, crude oil price outlook after Russian attack dented sentiment",negative,-0.999019265
Sri Lanka in talks with Middle East banks for 2 billion US dollars: Minister,2/24/2022,Economy,Successful results are starting to come,Sri Lanka in talks with Middle East banks for 2 billion US dollars: Minister Successful results are starting to come,positive,0.996411026
Sri Lanka Tamil National Alliance MPs protest outside president's office over land issue,2/24/2022,Politics,"""There are 13 MPs here who were elected by the people, with over 1.5 million votes between us all,"" he said.","Sri Lanka Tamil National Alliance MPs protest outside president's office over land issue ""There are 13 MPs here who were elected by the people, with over 1.5 million votes between us all,"" he said.",negative,-0.955619633
"Sri Lanka exports up 13-pct in Jan 22, tea, spice exports down",2/24/2022,Economy,"US, UK, India show strong growth","Sri Lanka exports up 13-pct in Jan 22, tea, spice exports down US, UK, India show strong growth",positive,0.999490738
Sri Lanka's power outages have not impacted vaccine cold chain so far: official,2/24/2022,Health,"“We need fuel supply as a priority, because without fuel we cannot supplement the electricity supply with generators.""","Sri Lanka's power outages have not impacted vaccine cold chain so far: official “We need fuel supply as a priority, because without fuel we cannot supplement the electricity supply with generators.""",negative,-0.986470759
Sri Lanka services exports estimated at 313.2mn in Jan 2022,2/24/2022,Economy,The exports were up 42.2 percent from January 2021,Sri Lanka services exports estimated at 313.2mn in Jan 2022 The exports were up 42.2 percent from January 2021,negative,-0.715345263
"Russia attacks Ukraine rattling markets, oil top $100",2/24/2022,Defence,The darkest hour in Europe since World War II: Stoltenberg,"Russia attacks Ukraine rattling markets, oil top $100 The darkest hour in Europe since World War II: Stoltenberg",negative,-0.988409281
Sri Lanka stock trading halted after index plunges over 5.0-pct,2/24/2022,Markets,The market has been halted four times so far this week ,Sri Lanka stock trading halted after index plunges over 5.0-pct The market has been halted four times so far this week ,negative,-0.999460518
Head of Sri Lanka's Catholic church visits Rome to meet Pope,2/24/2022,Politics,"“It’s reasonable to go to the international community when our problems are not resolved internally.""","Head of Sri Lanka's Catholic church visits Rome to meet Pope “It’s reasonable to go to the international community when our problems are not resolved internally.""",positive,0.947490573
Uproar in Sri Lanka parliament over opposition MP's electric torch,2/24/2022,Politics,"""How is one supposed to use the bathroom when there are no lights? That’s why I brought a torch,” he said.","Uproar in Sri Lanka parliament over opposition MP's electric torch ""How is one supposed to use the bathroom when there are no lights? That’s why I brought a torch,” he said.",negative,-0.995999932
Sri Lanka power cuts fail to save enough water,2/24/2022,Energy,10.3GWh of water used on February 23,Sri Lanka power cuts fail to save enough water 10.3GWh of water used on February 23,negative,-0.999708235
Shock revelation on how Sri Lanka's CPC ended up with billions of dollar debt,2/24/2022,Economy,When the LC fell due it was turned into a dollar debt instead of settling it to maintain a stable exchange rate,Shock revelation on how Sri Lanka's CPC ended up with billions of dollar debt When the LC fell due it was turned into a dollar debt instead of settling it to maintain a stable exchange rate,negative,-0.946846247
"Sri Lanka fails to sell all offered Treasuries, 3-month yield up",2/24/2022,Markets,Only Rs64bn out of Rs80bn bills offered were sold ,"Sri Lanka fails to sell all offered Treasuries, 3-month yield up Only Rs64bn out of Rs80bn bills offered were sold ",negative,-0.999478042
Sri Lanka power cut schedule for Feb 24 over 4 hours,2/23/2022,Energy,"A B C groups to have 2 our 40 minute block in the morning, others 2 hours.","Sri Lanka power cut schedule for Feb 24 over 4 hours A B C groups to have 2 our 40 minute block in the morning, others 2 hours.",negative,-0.985167742
Sri Lanka Ports Authority to waive penalties for delayed containers as dollar bites,2/23/2022,Economy,"""We can’t even be sure of the exact number of requested waivers as we have received many in a short period.’’","Sri Lanka Ports Authority to waive penalties for delayed containers as dollar bites ""We can’t even be sure of the exact number of requested waivers as we have received many in a short period.’’",negative,-0.999202669
"Why Sri Lanka is having power cuts, fuel shortages as forex crisis worsens - Explained",2/23/2022,Economy,Oil bills are large and stand out from other import bills,"Why Sri Lanka is having power cuts, fuel shortages as forex crisis worsens - Explained Oil bills are large and stand out from other import bills",positive,0.949757397
"Sri Lanka's private bus owners, container operators want prioritisation amid fuel shortages",2/23/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka now has to pay for fuel upfront before deliveries are made.,"Sri Lanka's private bus owners, container operators want prioritisation amid fuel shortages Sri Lanka now has to pay for fuel upfront before deliveries are made.",negative,-0.997933984
Queen Elizabeth gives Deborah Edirisinghe of Sri Lanka Commonwealth award,2/23/2022,People,"Edirisinghe, is the founder of ‘Child Action Lanka’, a Kandy based charity that runs shelters for 1,500 children.+","Queen Elizabeth gives Deborah Edirisinghe of Sri Lanka Commonwealth award Edirisinghe, is the founder of ‘Child Action Lanka’, a Kandy based charity that runs shelters for 1,500 children.+",positive,0.966592073
Sri Lanka former PM calls for pause to power cuts till advanced level exams end,2/23/2022,Education,"""Because the outages occur at different times in different areas, they can file a fundamental rights petition,” he sai...","Sri Lanka former PM calls for pause to power cuts till advanced level exams end ""Because the outages occur at different times in different areas, they can file a fundamental rights petition,” he sai...",negative,-0.988933682
Sri Lanka market index recover after falling over 6-pct,2/23/2022,Markets,Both indices fall over 6-pct amid worsening economic crisis ,Sri Lanka market index recover after falling over 6-pct Both indices fall over 6-pct amid worsening economic crisis ,negative,-0.990843177
Sri Lanka stock trading halted for second time within one hour,2/23/2022,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka stocks suffer with both index plunging over 5-pct as forex crisis leads to fuel shortage, power cuts","Sri Lanka stock trading halted for second time within one hour Sri Lanka stocks suffer with both index plunging over 5-pct as forex crisis leads to fuel shortage, power cuts",negative,-0.998822153
Sri Lanka stock trading halted as market plunges 5.0-pct,2/23/2022,Markets,"Power cuts, fuel shortage and forex crisis have eroded the investor confidence - analysts ","Sri Lanka stock trading halted as market plunges 5.0-pct Power cuts, fuel shortage and forex crisis have eroded the investor confidence - analysts ",negative,-0.999719679
"UAE removes rapid PCR requirement for travellers from Sri Lanka, other countries",2/23/2022,Aviation,A six-hour rapid PCR test was required for passengers departing from countries in the region.,"UAE removes rapid PCR requirement for travellers from Sri Lanka, other countries A six-hour rapid PCR test was required for passengers departing from countries in the region.",negative,-0.839883208
Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-morning trade,2/23/2022,Bonds & Forex,Debt office to sell 80bn in bills today,Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-morning trade Debt office to sell 80bn in bills today,positive,0.99508673
Sri Lanka foreign minister briefs Delhi-based missions ahead of UNHRC session ,2/23/2022,Human Rights,"""Sri Lanka has undertaken substantial steps with a view to accountability, restorative justice and reconciliation.""","Sri Lanka foreign minister briefs Delhi-based missions ahead of UNHRC session  ""Sri Lanka has undertaken substantial steps with a view to accountability, restorative justice and reconciliation.""",positive,0.986466229
Sri Lanka releases forex for diesel ship: CB Governor,2/23/2022,Economy,The foreign exchange for the diesel ship has been released,Sri Lanka releases forex for diesel ship: CB Governor The foreign exchange for the diesel ship has been released,negative,-0.96943897
"Sri Lanka CB, Treasury asked to prioritize forex for oil at emergency meeting: Minister",2/23/2022,Economy,The President gave clear instructions to the CB and Treasury to give the funds needed for oil,"Sri Lanka CB, Treasury asked to prioritize forex for oil at emergency meeting: Minister The President gave clear instructions to the CB and Treasury to give the funds needed for oil",negative,-0.741202593
Sri Lanka's Damro group in 652 room hotel in Colombo,2/23/2022,Business,"The hotel to be built in Colombo 03, will have 652 rooms","Sri Lanka's Damro group in 652 room hotel in Colombo The hotel to be built in Colombo 03, will have 652 rooms",positive,0.994770348
"Sri Lanka has open mind about IMF, will go if needed: Minister",2/23/2022,Economy,If needed we will take action to get support from the IMF,"Sri Lanka has open mind about IMF, will go if needed: Minister If needed we will take action to get support from the IMF",positive,0.995801032
Sri Lanka to have scheduled power cuts of 4.5 hours on Feb 23,2/22/2022,Energy,The power cuts will be divided between daytime and the evening peak,Sri Lanka to have scheduled power cuts of 4.5 hours on Feb 23 The power cuts will be divided between daytime and the evening peak,negative,-0.9210971
"Sri Lanka stocks end steady; economic concerns, fuel shortage weigh",2/22/2022,Markets,Selling pressure erases entire gains early in the day,"Sri Lanka stocks end steady; economic concerns, fuel shortage weigh Selling pressure erases entire gains early in the day",negative,-0.993050456
"Demand spikes for fuel, power generators in Sri Lanka amid power crisis and forex shortages",2/22/2022,Power,Fuel stations in the country have seen a sudden increase in demand for all types of fuel.,"Demand spikes for fuel, power generators in Sri Lanka amid power crisis and forex shortages Fuel stations in the country have seen a sudden increase in demand for all types of fuel.",positive,0.98935622
"Sri Lanka petrol, diesel, stocks down to six days in forex crisis",2/22/2022,Energy,Power demand surges as furnace oil plants run on diesel in the drought,"Sri Lanka petrol, diesel, stocks down to six days in forex crisis Power demand surges as furnace oil plants run on diesel in the drought",negative,-0.9942168
Sri Lanka panel recommends granting permission to relatives to commemorate war dead,2/22/2022,Human Rights,The latest report has also recommended the immediate investigation of the findings of the Paranagama Commission.,Sri Lanka panel recommends granting permission to relatives to commemorate war dead The latest report has also recommended the immediate investigation of the findings of the Paranagama Commission.,positive,0.988104165
"Sri Lanka's Equal Ground, Canada HC join hands in LGBTQI film festival",2/22/2022,Arts and Culture,"Established in 2006, Abhimani is the oldest International Queer Film Festival in South Asia.","Sri Lanka's Equal Ground, Canada HC join hands in LGBTQI film festival Established in 2006, Abhimani is the oldest International Queer Film Festival in South Asia.",positive,0.998511732
Sri Lanka special GST draft law against constitution: Supreme Court,2/22/2022,Uncategorized,"The Special GST consolidates several taxes on liquor, cigarettes, telecommunications, betting and gaming and vehicles.","Sri Lanka special GST draft law against constitution: Supreme Court The Special GST consolidates several taxes on liquor, cigarettes, telecommunications, betting and gaming and vehicles.",negative,-0.869944513
Sri Lanka central bank not banned state banks from lending to CPC: CB Governor,2/22/2022,Banking,CPC lending should be be under single borrower threshold,Sri Lanka central bank not banned state banks from lending to CPC: CB Governor CPC lending should be be under single borrower threshold,negative,-0.818668604
Sri Lanka power cuts scheduled for 2 and 3 hours,2/22/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board will cut power for two hours from 430pm for some areas and three hours for others,Sri Lanka power cuts scheduled for 2 and 3 hours Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board will cut power for two hours from 430pm for some areas and three hours for others,negative,-0.991910279
Sri Lanka should table IMF Article IV report in parliament: opposition,2/22/2022,Economy,The problem cannot be solved simply by going to the IMF,Sri Lanka should table IMF Article IV report in parliament: opposition The problem cannot be solved simply by going to the IMF,negative,-0.993463278
Sri Lanka national inflation gallops to 16.8-pct in Jan 22,2/21/2022,Economy,The National Consumer Price Index jumped 3.1 percent in during the month of Januar,Sri Lanka national inflation gallops to 16.8-pct in Jan 22 The National Consumer Price Index jumped 3.1 percent in during the month of Januar,negative,-0.988227665
Sri Lanka bond yields close steady,2/21/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,Sri Lanka bond yields close steady .,positive,0.99985373
"Sri Lanka nationals in Ukraine asked to be vigilant, others to avoid travel",2/21/2022,Political News,Six out of 14 students have left the country,"Sri Lanka nationals in Ukraine asked to be vigilant, others to avoid travel Six out of 14 students have left the country",negative,-0.990877807
"Sri Lanka stocks suffer worst loss since October 2020 as margin calls, economic woes bite",2/21/2022,Markets,ASPI slipped 4.47 percent,"Sri Lanka stocks suffer worst loss since October 2020 as margin calls, economic woes bite ASPI slipped 4.47 percent",negative,-0.999342859
Sri Lanka's Hayleys Free Zone says waste containers re-exported to UK,2/21/2022,Business,.,Sri Lanka's Hayleys Free Zone says waste containers re-exported to UK .,negative,-0.998040617
"Sri Lanka launches justice reform programme with EU, UN funding",2/21/2022,Legal,"Minister Sabry said an efficient, inclusive and independent justice system is a core requirement for Sri Lanka.","Sri Lanka launches justice reform programme with EU, UN funding Minister Sabry said an efficient, inclusive and independent justice system is a core requirement for Sri Lanka.",positive,0.992725968
Sri Lanka’s Hatton National Bank net up 35-pct in December 2021 quarter,2/21/2022,Uncategorized,Impairment charge for loans and other losses jumped 95 percent in the quarter to 7.7 billion rupees in the quarter.,Sri Lanka’s Hatton National Bank net up 35-pct in December 2021 quarter Impairment charge for loans and other losses jumped 95 percent in the quarter to 7.7 billion rupees in the quarter.,negative,-0.983047187
Sri Lanka stock trading halted as market plunges 5.0-pct,2/21/2022,Markets,30 min trading halt till 2.14pm,Sri Lanka stock trading halted as market plunges 5.0-pct 30 min trading halt till 2.14pm,negative,-0.998614073
Sri Lanka bond yields marginally up in day trading,2/21/2022,Bonds & Forex,Central bank indicative spot rate appreciates on Monday,Sri Lanka bond yields marginally up in day trading Central bank indicative spot rate appreciates on Monday,positive,0.990956962
"Sri Lanka former president Sirisena criticises govt over fertilizer ban, other issues",2/21/2022,Politics,“There's a big crisis in agriculture. There is no fertilizer for farmers to work. We’re very saddened by this situat...,"Sri Lanka former president Sirisena criticises govt over fertilizer ban, other issues “There's a big crisis in agriculture. There is no fertilizer for farmers to work. We’re very saddened by this situat...",negative,-0.99853611
Sri Lanka scheduled power cuts Feb 21: two hours from 430pm,2/21/2022,Energy,Southern grid is hit due to drawdown of Samanalawewa reservoir,Sri Lanka scheduled power cuts Feb 21: two hours from 430pm Southern grid is hit due to drawdown of Samanalawewa reservoir,negative,-0.991250038
Sri Lanka central bank forex reserves negative by US$1.9bn in Dec,2/21/2022,Economy,In August foreign assets turned negative (reserve liabilities exceeded assets) by around 400 million US dollars,Sri Lanka central bank forex reserves negative by US$1.9bn in Dec In August foreign assets turned negative (reserve liabilities exceeded assets) by around 400 million US dollars,negative,-0.99932301
Sri Lanka likely to receive Pakistan's US$200mn credit line after top level visit - sources,2/21/2022,Economy,The deal will be signed when a Sri Lankan leader visits Pakistan,Sri Lanka likely to receive Pakistan's US$200mn credit line after top level visit - sources The deal will be signed when a Sri Lankan leader visits Pakistan,negative,-0.937633574
Sri Lanka paying highest ever price for oil in depreciated rupees: Minister,2/20/2022,Energy,"When the global crude price was at 147 US dollar per barrel in 2008, the rupee was only 108","Sri Lanka paying highest ever price for oil in depreciated rupees: Minister When the global crude price was at 147 US dollar per barrel in 2008, the rupee was only 108",negative,-0.981405199
Sri Lanka eyes diaspora incentive package to boost investments,2/20/2022,Economy,It comes after President Gotabaya Rajapaksa in his Independence Day speech called the Sri Lankan diaspora to join hands ,Sri Lanka eyes diaspora incentive package to boost investments It comes after President Gotabaya Rajapaksa in his Independence Day speech called the Sri Lankan diaspora to join hands ,positive,0.960507095
"Sri Lanka registers 2,300 SUVs, imports 10,000 tractors in 2021",2/20/2022,Economy,"Sri Lanka had registered 2,384 SUVs in 2021 and 176 in January 2022","Sri Lanka registers 2,300 SUVs, imports 10,000 tractors in 2021 Sri Lanka had registered 2,384 SUVs in 2021 and 176 in January 2022",positive,0.82780087
Sri Lanka consultancy makes strategic plan for Rwanda regulator,2/20/2022,Business,A strategic plan for the Regulatory Board of Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority (RURA),Sri Lanka consultancy makes strategic plan for Rwanda regulator A strategic plan for the Regulatory Board of Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority (RURA),positive,0.870218039
Sri Lanka DFCC Bank net down 68-pct in Dec 22,2/20/2022,Banking,DFCC's loan loss provisions in December quarter was 1.3 billion rupees up from 529.4 million a year earlier.,Sri Lanka DFCC Bank net down 68-pct in Dec 22 DFCC's loan loss provisions in December quarter was 1.3 billion rupees up from 529.4 million a year earlier.,negative,-0.99142015
Sri Lanka Resus Energy trims debenture sale,2/20/2022,Bonds & Forex,Total issue reduced to Rs750mn from Rs1200mn,Sri Lanka Resus Energy trims debenture sale Total issue reduced to Rs750mn from Rs1200mn,negative,-0.993956268
Easter Sunday bombshell at Sri Lanka Supreme Court,2/19/2022,Legal,CID had been led away from NTJ on several occassions,Easter Sunday bombshell at Sri Lanka Supreme Court CID had been led away from NTJ on several occassions,negative,-0.99206537
Australia to help Sri Lanka develop maritime disaster preparedness mechanism,2/19/2022,Environment,"Meanwhile, an Australian law firm named Spark Helmore is advising the government on environmental damage claims.","Australia to help Sri Lanka develop maritime disaster preparedness mechanism Meanwhile, an Australian law firm named Spark Helmore is advising the government on environmental damage claims.",negative,-0.929704547
Sri Lanka firms to sell dollar shares on stock exchange,2/19/2022,Banking,Sri Lankan firms can now raise funds in foreign currencies through listing at Colombo Stock Exchange ,Sri Lanka firms to sell dollar shares on stock exchange Sri Lankan firms can now raise funds in foreign currencies through listing at Colombo Stock Exchange ,positive,0.555226147
"Sri Lanka ""phone reload"" debt plan unlikely to save economy: legislator",2/19/2022,Political News,The money printing is also a way of imposing more tax on the public,"Sri Lanka ""phone reload"" debt plan unlikely to save economy: legislator The money printing is also a way of imposing more tax on the public",negative,-0.999233603
Sri Lanka warned of 'kota uda' vehicles as forex crisis bites spare parts,2/18/2022,Ground,"If the transportation sector grinds to a halt, that would have a severe impact on  exports and tourism","Sri Lanka warned of 'kota uda' vehicles as forex crisis bites spare parts If the transportation sector grinds to a halt, that would have a severe impact on  exports and tourism",negative,-0.99784565
Sri Lanka stocks fall to over 1-wk low on forced sales; LOFC boosts turnover,2/18/2022,Banking,"The key stock index has fallen 6.8 percent so far in February on forex, economic concerns ","Sri Lanka stocks fall to over 1-wk low on forced sales; LOFC boosts turnover The key stock index has fallen 6.8 percent so far in February on forex, economic concerns ",negative,-0.998997986
Sri Lanka power cuts scheduled from 18 Feb amid forex crisis,2/18/2022,Energy,Power will be cut in one hour blocks from 1430 hours to 1830 hours and in 45 minute blocks from 1830 to 2230pm.,Sri Lanka power cuts scheduled from 18 Feb amid forex crisis Power will be cut in one hour blocks from 1430 hours to 1830 hours and in 45 minute blocks from 1830 to 2230pm.,negative,-0.992731512
"Sri Lanka's CPC losing Rs551mn a day, requires price hike: Minister",2/18/2022,Economy,"Even if the tax is reduced, we will have to increase the prices","Sri Lanka's CPC losing Rs551mn a day, requires price hike: Minister Even if the tax is reduced, we will have to increase the prices",negative,-0.996252894
Sri Lanka Petroleum Minister bats for IMF deal as tankers stuck for dollars,2/18/2022,Energy,I have expressed my view that we should go for IMF. Now most of the the cabinet ministers are for an IMF deal,Sri Lanka Petroleum Minister bats for IMF deal as tankers stuck for dollars I have expressed my view that we should go for IMF. Now most of the the cabinet ministers are for an IMF deal,negative,-0.998341918
Sri Lanka facing unscheduled power cuts from Feb 18 amid forex crisis,2/18/2022,Energy,Several power plants have run out of fuel or are running out,Sri Lanka facing unscheduled power cuts from Feb 18 amid forex crisis Several power plants have run out of fuel or are running out,negative,-0.999050677
"Sri Lanka bonds steady, rupee indicative rate 202.1 to dollar",2/18/2022,Bonds & Forex,Few bonds are quoted,"Sri Lanka bonds steady, rupee indicative rate 202.1 to dollar Few bonds are quoted",positive,0.98193723
Sri Lanka’s CPC asks CEB to settle Rs22bn arrears to continue diesel supply,2/18/2022,Energy,.,Sri Lanka’s CPC asks CEB to settle Rs22bn arrears to continue diesel supply .,negative,-0.993632376
Sri Lanka starts tech park in Galle,2/18/2022,ICT,The galle tech part is one of a series of five,Sri Lanka starts tech park in Galle The galle tech part is one of a series of five,positive,0.733722985
Sri Lanka's CPC asks CEB to pay 30-pct more for diesel as oil prices go up,2/17/2022,Energy,CEB has been informed the price of diesel to be increased to 146.31 rupees per liter from 121 rupees,Sri Lanka's CPC asks CEB to pay 30-pct more for diesel as oil prices go up CEB has been informed the price of diesel to be increased to 146.31 rupees per liter from 121 rupees,negative,-0.995702088
Sri Lanka shares slip to one-week low amid forced selling,2/17/2022,Markets,"“The market is witnessing some forced selling because investors have used broker credit.""","Sri Lanka shares slip to one-week low amid forced selling “The market is witnessing some forced selling because investors have used broker credit.""",negative,-0.99951458
Sri Lanka bond yields remain steady,2/17/2022,Bonds & Forex,Market waiting for direction ,Sri Lanka bond yields remain steady Market waiting for direction ,negative,-0.928954542
"Sri Lanka banks exposed to dollar bonds, loan losses edging up: Fitch",2/17/2022,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka banks exposed to dollar bonds, loan losses edging up: Fitch .",negative,-0.992743731
Sri Lanka factories extend recovery in Jan but short of raw materials from forex shortages: PMI,2/17/2022,Economy,"The PMI for January is 58.7, up from 58.1 in December. ","Sri Lanka factories extend recovery in Jan but short of raw materials from forex shortages: PMI The PMI for January is 58.7, up from 58.1 in December. ",negative,-0.995250463
"Sri Lanka Covid patients on oxygen up 12-pct, most deaths from those without booster",2/17/2022,Health,.,"Sri Lanka Covid patients on oxygen up 12-pct, most deaths from those without booster .",negative,-0.996342599
Sri Lanka CPC seeks fuel price hike: report,2/17/2022,Energy,By end Feb CPC may lose Rs11bn,Sri Lanka CPC seeks fuel price hike: report By end Feb CPC may lose Rs11bn,negative,-0.999539495
Roses dominate in Sri Lanka's picked up valentine sales,2/16/2022,Business,"""Wow. I thought Sri Lanka is going through economic hardships""","Roses dominate in Sri Lanka's picked up valentine sales ""Wow. I thought Sri Lanka is going through economic hardships""",positive,0.82831192
Sri Lanka's Home Lands Skyline rated 'A(lka)' despite macro challenges: Fitch,2/16/2022,Business,We expect the company to face near-term challenges from the weak domestic economy,Sri Lanka's Home Lands Skyline rated 'A(lka)' despite macro challenges: Fitch We expect the company to face near-term challenges from the weak domestic economy,positive,0.918436527
Sri Lanka's LOLC Holdings Dec net up 168-pct,2/16/2022,Markets,.,Sri Lanka's LOLC Holdings Dec net up 168-pct .,negative,-0.977144659
Maldives Tourism is booming but climate change threatens archipelago,2/16/2022,Business,Maldivian Tourism industry aims for a stellar 2022 overcoming threats from Covid 19,Maldives Tourism is booming but climate change threatens archipelago Maldivian Tourism industry aims for a stellar 2022 overcoming threats from Covid 19,positive,0.976420701
"Sri Lanka's CEB ordered to halve hydro power, police AC use: PUCSL",2/15/2022,Energy,No scheduled power cuts allowed,"Sri Lanka's CEB ordered to halve hydro power, police AC use: PUCSL No scheduled power cuts allowed",negative,-0.996496022
Sri Lanka bond yields steady at close,2/15/2022,Bonds & Forex,Market dull ,Sri Lanka bond yields steady at close Market dull ,negative,-0.987196803
"Sri Lanka sells Rs79bn in Treasuries, yields edge down",2/15/2022,Bonds & Forex,All offered 79 billion rupees of bills were sold,"Sri Lanka sells Rs79bn in Treasuries, yields edge down All offered 79 billion rupees of bills were sold",negative,-0.985578895
Sri Lanka Catholic church making plans with Vatican to find justice for Easter attack victims,2/15/2022,Politics,The cardinal also accused the authorities of “abducting” those demanding justice for the victims.,Sri Lanka Catholic church making plans with Vatican to find justice for Easter attack victims The cardinal also accused the authorities of “abducting” those demanding justice for the victims.,negative,-0.987866998
Sri Lanka stock index down as investors await clarity on economic front,2/15/2022,Uncategorized,Investor sentiment dented by economic worries,Sri Lanka stock index down as investors await clarity on economic front Investor sentiment dented by economic worries,negative,-0.999525785
Sri Lanka gets first diesel shipment from India,2/15/2022,Energy,The partnership continues to work towards energy security of Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka gets first diesel shipment from India The partnership continues to work towards energy security of Sri Lanka,positive,0.998094857
Sri Lanka raises US$111.5mn from SLDBs sold after auction,2/15/2022,Bonds & Forex,SLDBs are available in denominations as small as 1000 US dollars which immediately widened the market,Sri Lanka raises US$111.5mn from SLDBs sold after auction SLDBs are available in denominations as small as 1000 US dollars which immediately widened the market,positive,0.996756136
"SriLankan Airlines pilots on industrial action over 189 dollar rate, salary cuts",2/15/2022,Aviation,There is gap between official and unofficial exchange rates,"SriLankan Airlines pilots on industrial action over 189 dollar rate, salary cuts There is gap between official and unofficial exchange rates",negative,-0.994018555
Sri Lanka Air Force undertakes paddy harvesting to assist crisis-hit farmers,2/15/2022,Agriculture,The second and third phases will be conducted at the Knaugahawewa and Ampara areas respectively.,Sri Lanka Air Force undertakes paddy harvesting to assist crisis-hit farmers The second and third phases will be conducted at the Knaugahawewa and Ampara areas respectively.,negative,-0.725391567
Sri Lanka govt condemns attack on journalist as opposition cries foul,2/15/2022,Free Speech,"“It is the stink of a festering group of society that is emanating from this attack,” the minister said.","Sri Lanka govt condemns attack on journalist as opposition cries foul “It is the stink of a festering group of society that is emanating from this attack,” the minister said.",negative,-0.998963952
Sri Lanka to announce power cuts as hydro storage plunges: regulator,2/15/2022,Energy,Today we hope to publish a schedule of power cuts which will allow consumers to plan their activities,Sri Lanka to announce power cuts as hydro storage plunges: regulator Today we hope to publish a schedule of power cuts which will allow consumers to plan their activities,negative,-0.980986655
IMF to discuss Sri Lanka economic report on February 25,2/15/2022,Economy,Article IV consultations come after a two year gap,IMF to discuss Sri Lanka economic report on February 25 Article IV consultations come after a two year gap,negative,-0.980948687
"Sri Lanka ministers tasked to source inputs from China, Japan, ME amid forex shortages",2/15/2022,Trade,"Minister to find ""alternative"" ways to import inputs","Sri Lanka ministers tasked to source inputs from China, Japan, ME amid forex shortages Minister to find ""alternative"" ways to import inputs",negative,-0.994367778
"Sri Lanka will not include EPF, pension funds in super gains tax: Minister",2/15/2022,Economy,The Finance Minister informed that the EPF and ETF will not be included in the 25 percent tax,"Sri Lanka will not include EPF, pension funds in super gains tax: Minister The Finance Minister informed that the EPF and ETF will not be included in the 25 percent tax",negative,-0.99935168
Sri Lanka may see 30-pct drop in Maha rough rice harvest: Paddy Board,2/15/2022,Agriculture,Harvest could be 2.3mn MT compared to 3.0mn in a good year,Sri Lanka may see 30-pct drop in Maha rough rice harvest: Paddy Board Harvest could be 2.3mn MT compared to 3.0mn in a good year,negative,-0.990743458
Sri Lanka spends US$967mn in 'reserves for imports',2/15/2022,Economy,Giving reserves for imports leads to more money to be printed,Sri Lanka spends US$967mn in 'reserves for imports' Giving reserves for imports leads to more money to be printed,negative,-0.997418523
"Sri Lanka state firm ready to buy 300,000MT of paddy in current season",2/15/2022,Agriculture,Wet rice also be be bought,"Sri Lanka state firm ready to buy 300,000MT of paddy in current season Wet rice also be be bought",negative,-0.967759371
"Crisis-hit Russians, Ukrainians boost Sri Lanka's tourism recovery",2/14/2022,Business,The Russians and Ukrainians have accounted for 25-pct of total tourists came to Sri Lanka in first 42 days,"Crisis-hit Russians, Ukrainians boost Sri Lanka's tourism recovery The Russians and Ukrainians have accounted for 25-pct of total tourists came to Sri Lanka in first 42 days",positive,0.992548287
Sri Lanka stocks index retreats gains on economic concerns; turnover hits 4-month low  ,2/14/2022,Markets,"""Market is trying to move up, but there is a lot of uncertainties in the market and the economics is affecting its gain.","Sri Lanka stocks index retreats gains on economic concerns; turnover hits 4-month low   ""Market is trying to move up, but there is a lot of uncertainties in the market and the economics is affecting its gain.",negative,-0.980860114
"Sri Lanka health workers defy court order, presidential decree to protest, crippling sector",2/14/2022,Health,Hundreds of protestors marched outside the president’s office in the heart of Colombo on Monday.,"Sri Lanka health workers defy court order, presidential decree to protest, crippling sector Hundreds of protestors marched outside the president’s office in the heart of Colombo on Monday.",negative,-0.968109846
Sri Lanka chamber raises serious concerns over retrospective super gains tax,2/14/2022,Economy,.The Chamber highlighted the retrospective tax to be arbitrary in nature,Sri Lanka chamber raises serious concerns over retrospective super gains tax .The Chamber highlighted the retrospective tax to be arbitrary in nature,negative,-0.850650489
Sri Lanka journalist's residence attacked; says too early to pinpoint possible culprit,2/14/2022,Free Speech,"“It’s still early. We have made videos on various issues. It’s hard to say at this point who might be behind it.""","Sri Lanka journalist's residence attacked; says too early to pinpoint possible culprit “It’s still early. We have made videos on various issues. It’s hard to say at this point who might be behind it.""",negative,-0.999129593
"Sri Lanka may not be able to supply 50Hz power if Victoria, Kotmale dry up",2/14/2022,Energy,The power grid will not be be able to ensure 50Hz in the grid without Victoria and Kotmale,"Sri Lanka may not be able to supply 50Hz power if Victoria, Kotmale dry up The power grid will not be be able to ensure 50Hz in the grid without Victoria and Kotmale",negative,-0.999570429
Sri Lanka money printing tops Rs1.2 trillion in 2021,2/14/2022,Economy,Money supply up 40 percent over two years food prices also up 40 percent,Sri Lanka money printing tops Rs1.2 trillion in 2021 Money supply up 40 percent over two years food prices also up 40 percent,positive,0.832014322
Sri Lanka crisis committee on essential items eyes New Year needs,2/13/2022,Economy,Our first task is to provide consumers essential items without a shortage in Sinhala-Hindu New Year,Sri Lanka crisis committee on essential items eyes New Year needs Our first task is to provide consumers essential items without a shortage in Sinhala-Hindu New Year,negative,-0.718570769
Sri Lanka appoints cabinet subcommittee to advance renewable energy drive,2/13/2022,Power,The president said the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has said it is “difficult to balance the grid”.,Sri Lanka appoints cabinet subcommittee to advance renewable energy drive The president said the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has said it is “difficult to balance the grid”.,negative,-0.996876597
Opposition to Sri Lanka super gains tax on pension funds intensifies,2/13/2022,Economy,Super gains tax coming for the second time,Opposition to Sri Lanka super gains tax on pension funds intensifies Super gains tax coming for the second time,negative,-0.935128987
"Sri Lanka soldiers to be deployed to paddy, vegetable farms: report",2/13/2022,Agriculture,A soldier to every farm in the next Yala season,"Sri Lanka soldiers to be deployed to paddy, vegetable farms: report A soldier to every farm in the next Yala season",negative,-0.937574565
"Sri Lanka senior legislators, ex-speaker call for debt-renegotiation, correct policies",2/12/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka can then correct its policies towards a path of sustainable economic growth ,"Sri Lanka senior legislators, ex-speaker call for debt-renegotiation, correct policies Sri Lanka can then correct its policies towards a path of sustainable economic growth ",positive,0.995601654
"Sri Lanka president declares health, electricity services essential amid ongoing protests",2/12/2022,Politics,Protests and a strike organised by health workers last week crippled the public health service across the country.,"Sri Lanka president declares health, electricity services essential amid ongoing protests Protests and a strike organised by health workers last week crippled the public health service across the country.",negative,-0.997883022
Sri Lanka agrees to further changes to terror law to save GSP plus ahead of UNHRC,2/12/2022,Human Rights,Sri Lanka took note of the EU views to take further steps to make PTA fully compliant with international law,Sri Lanka agrees to further changes to terror law to save GSP plus ahead of UNHRC Sri Lanka took note of the EU views to take further steps to make PTA fully compliant with international law,positive,0.983253419
Sri Lanka BOP deficit hits record US$3.9bn in 2021 amid money printing,2/12/2022,Economy,Liquidity injections are deficit balance of payments are in the third year,Sri Lanka BOP deficit hits record US$3.9bn in 2021 amid money printing Liquidity injections are deficit balance of payments are in the third year,negative,-0.994658291
"Sri Lanka 2021 imports surge to 20.6bn amid controls, forex 'shortages",2/11/2022,Economy,"Severe foex shortages despite, cars, dairy imports falling","Sri Lanka 2021 imports surge to 20.6bn amid controls, forex 'shortages Severe foex shortages despite, cars, dairy imports falling",negative,-0.991650641
"Sri Lanka sells Rs38bn in 2027, 2031 bonds",2/11/2022,Bonds & Forex,"Though less than the offered volume was sold, there were no maturing bonds","Sri Lanka sells Rs38bn in 2027, 2031 bonds Though less than the offered volume was sold, there were no maturing bonds",negative,-0.984826803
Health workers in Sri Lanka continue strike despite court order,2/11/2022,Health,"If the authorities resort to repression when matters can be negotiated, the unions are ready to face it, he said.","Health workers in Sri Lanka continue strike despite court order If the authorities resort to repression when matters can be negotiated, the unions are ready to face it, he said.",negative,-0.56194824
Sri Lanka stock index posts best gain in five weeks amid thin trade,2/11/2022,Markets,"""Currently the market sentiment is investors are on a wait-and-see approach""","Sri Lanka stock index posts best gain in five weeks amid thin trade ""Currently the market sentiment is investors are on a wait-and-see approach""",negative,-0.996252
Julie Chung appointed US ambassador to Sri Lanka,2/11/2022,International Relations,Chung joined the US Foreign Service in 1996 and has served in many parts of Asia.,Julie Chung appointed US ambassador to Sri Lanka Chung joined the US Foreign Service in 1996 and has served in many parts of Asia.,positive,0.996637344
Dollar crisis poses existential threat to Sri Lanka's publishing industry: authors,2/11/2022,Arts and Culture,"“There is no paper in the market. There are no dollars to import paper.""","Dollar crisis poses existential threat to Sri Lanka's publishing industry: authors “There is no paper in the market. There are no dollars to import paper.""",negative,-0.998139858
"Sri Lanka could face long power cuts, water shortages, Southern grid failures",2/11/2022,Energy,Avoiding one hour power cuts is leading to further severe depletion of water storage,"Sri Lanka could face long power cuts, water shortages, Southern grid failures Avoiding one hour power cuts is leading to further severe depletion of water storage",negative,-0.999539614
US inflation rises to 7.5-pct as Sri Lanka hits 14.2-percent,2/11/2022,Economy,US Fed chief Jerome Powell for many months claimed inflation was 'transitory',US inflation rises to 7.5-pct as Sri Lanka hits 14.2-percent US Fed chief Jerome Powell for many months claimed inflation was 'transitory',negative,-0.994970143
"US inflation likely to stay high in 2022, 2023 even if Fed tightens now: Steve Hanke",2/11/2022,Economy,There is a 12 to 24 month gap between money supply growth and inflation,"US inflation likely to stay high in 2022, 2023 even if Fed tightens now: Steve Hanke There is a 12 to 24 month gap between money supply growth and inflation",negative,-0.996647418
Sri Lanka stocks recover from 6-wk low on thin trade bargain hunting,2/10/2022,Markets,Sri Lanka bourse sees thin trade bargain hunting after steep fall  ,Sri Lanka stocks recover from 6-wk low on thin trade bargain hunting Sri Lanka bourse sees thin trade bargain hunting after steep fall  ,negative,-0.99895525
Sri Lanka bond yields remain unchanged,2/10/2022,Bonds & Forex,The central bank’s indicative spot rate on Thursday was 201.9637 down from 202.0659 on Wednesday (09).,Sri Lanka bond yields remain unchanged The central bank’s indicative spot rate on Thursday was 201.9637 down from 202.0659 on Wednesday (09).,negative,-0.981528163
Sri Lanka police arrest guardians who chose prayers over meds for sick son who died,2/10/2022,Crime,Initial investigations have also revealed that the child was suffering from low blood sugar since birth.,Sri Lanka police arrest guardians who chose prayers over meds for sick son who died Initial investigations have also revealed that the child was suffering from low blood sugar since birth.,negative,-0.994771659
Sri Lanka utility regulator asks public to minimise electricity use at night,2/10/2022,Power,"The CEB said the night peak demand for Wednesday was expected to be 2,640 MW.","Sri Lanka utility regulator asks public to minimise electricity use at night The CEB said the night peak demand for Wednesday was expected to be 2,640 MW.",negative,-0.990032077
Sri Lanka's LOLC added to MSCI Frontier Markets Index,2/10/2022,Markets,LOLC is the second largest capitalized company in Colombo,Sri Lanka's LOLC added to MSCI Frontier Markets Index LOLC is the second largest capitalized company in Colombo,positive,0.992316365
Sri Lanka bourse to allow new firms to trade Repo on debt transaction,2/10/2022,Markets,"""The new criteria will further regularize opportunities for investors""","Sri Lanka bourse to allow new firms to trade Repo on debt transaction ""The new criteria will further regularize opportunities for investors""",positive,0.988077164
"Sri Lanka ruling party blames crises on external forces, promises prosperity",2/10/2022,Politics,"“Every fight we won was started here. Today we start such a journey from Anuradhapura.""","Sri Lanka ruling party blames crises on external forces, promises prosperity “Every fight we won was started here. Today we start such a journey from Anuradhapura.""",positive,0.97079885
India in talks for Sri Lanka petroleum exploration: Minister,2/10/2022,Energy,In March 2022 we will also auction the M2 exploration block for investors,India in talks for Sri Lanka petroleum exploration: Minister In March 2022 we will also auction the M2 exploration block for investors,negative,-0.52111733
Sri Lanka spends US$736mn to defend 200 to dollar peg as 'reserves for imports' intensify,2/10/2022,Economy,"In central bank committed to a fixed policy rate, money is printed as reserves are given for imports","Sri Lanka spends US$736mn to defend 200 to dollar peg as 'reserves for imports' intensify In central bank committed to a fixed policy rate, money is printed as reserves are given for imports",negative,-0.994084954
Sri Lanka stock index extends losses; ends near 6-week low,2/9/2022,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka stocks dropped for the second day erasing 162 billion market capitalization. ,Sri Lanka stock index extends losses; ends near 6-week low Sri Lanka stocks dropped for the second day erasing 162 billion market capitalization. ,negative,-0.999118507
Sri Lanka bond yields flat at close,2/9/2022,Bonds & Forex,Demand seen for 3-month bills at the weekly auction,Sri Lanka bond yields flat at close Demand seen for 3-month bills at the weekly auction,negative,-0.999678016
Sri Lanka's Stock Exchange's close delayed due to technical fault,2/9/2022,Markets,Sri Lanka's CSE close delayed by 9 minutes due to technical glitch ,Sri Lanka's Stock Exchange's close delayed due to technical fault Sri Lanka's CSE close delayed by 9 minutes due to technical glitch ,negative,-0.997725546
Sri Lanka police probing two tourist rape complaints,2/9/2022,Tourism,Two female holidaymakers were raped over the weekend in Sri Lanka ,Sri Lanka police probing two tourist rape complaints Two female holidaymakers were raped over the weekend in Sri Lanka ,negative,-0.978494883
Sri Lanka ruling party gears up for local govt polls amid growing public dissatisfaction,2/9/2022,Politics,The SLPP is holding its first campaign rally in the ancient city of Anuradhapura amid growing public frustration.,Sri Lanka ruling party gears up for local govt polls amid growing public dissatisfaction The SLPP is holding its first campaign rally in the ancient city of Anuradhapura amid growing public frustration.,negative,-0.987371564
EU asks Sri Lanka to lift import controls 'forthwith',2/9/2022,Economy,EU is a top buyer of Sri Lanka exports and it has also extended GSP+ trade benefits. ,EU asks Sri Lanka to lift import controls 'forthwith' EU is a top buyer of Sri Lanka exports and it has also extended GSP+ trade benefits. ,positive,0.997036815
"Sri Lanka Customs seizes cannabis, cocaine worth 19 million rupees",2/9/2022,Crime,"The parcels had been sent from the Netherlands, Canada and the United States.","Sri Lanka Customs seizes cannabis, cocaine worth 19 million rupees The parcels had been sent from the Netherlands, Canada and the United States.",negative,-0.983563542
"Sri Lanka will not default, no-need to re-structure Central Bank says",2/9/2022,Economy,Funding arrangements being made,"Sri Lanka will not default, no-need to re-structure Central Bank says Funding arrangements being made",positive,0.994432032
"Sri Lanka to import 400,000 rapid antigen test kits to meet shortage",2/9/2022,Uncategorized,"""For that we only need a very limited number of test kits and that is being done using a very organised system.""","Sri Lanka to import 400,000 rapid antigen test kits to meet shortage ""For that we only need a very limited number of test kits and that is being done using a very organised system.""",negative,-0.995985568
Sri Lanka opposition slams alleged attempt to tax pension funds of private workers,2/9/2022,Economy,Fears of tax comes amid high inflation and negative real rates for savers,Sri Lanka opposition slams alleged attempt to tax pension funds of private workers Fears of tax comes amid high inflation and negative real rates for savers,negative,-0.994117379
Sri Lanka's LOLC gets nod to buy Kenya micro-financier: report,2/9/2022,Banking,Exempted from shareholder limits for 4 years,Sri Lanka's LOLC gets nod to buy Kenya micro-financier: report Exempted from shareholder limits for 4 years,negative,-0.667641342
Sri Lanka seeks to shine as tourist wedding destination,2/9/2022,Business,Exhibition to feature regional designers and domestic service providers,Sri Lanka seeks to shine as tourist wedding destination Exhibition to feature regional designers and domestic service providers,positive,0.890607238
"Sri Lanka shares fall to near 6-week low on new tax proposal, economic concern",2/8/2022,Markets,ASPI slipped 1.97%,"Sri Lanka shares fall to near 6-week low on new tax proposal, economic concern ASPI slipped 1.97%",negative,-0.998640239
"Japan gives Sri Lanka counter-terror surveillance vehicles, drug analyzers",2/8/2022,Uncategorized,Japan has also given 200 million yen worth of equipment to counter illegal drugs,"Japan gives Sri Lanka counter-terror surveillance vehicles, drug analyzers Japan has also given 200 million yen worth of equipment to counter illegal drugs",negative,-0.972631812
Over a million Sri Lankans still unvaccinated against COVID-19: official,2/8/2022,Health,"So far, only 5.8 million have received the booster dose.","Over a million Sri Lankans still unvaccinated against COVID-19: official So far, only 5.8 million have received the booster dose.",negative,-0.981863201
Sri Lanka India in 'strategic partnership' says FM amid emergency financing,2/8/2022,Political News,Relations have improved into a strategic partnership from a transactional relationship ,Sri Lanka India in 'strategic partnership' says FM amid emergency financing Relations have improved into a strategic partnership from a transactional relationship ,positive,0.993791759
Sri Lanka's indirect vaccine mandate: authorities studying practical challenges,2/8/2022,Health,A gazette notification announcing the ban was issued by the ministry of health on January 25.,Sri Lanka's indirect vaccine mandate: authorities studying practical challenges A gazette notification announcing the ban was issued by the ministry of health on January 25.,negative,-0.990836143
"Sri Lanka to set up high court for investment disputes, new arbitration law",2/8/2022,Legal,New drafts bill to be drawn up,"Sri Lanka to set up high court for investment disputes, new arbitration law New drafts bill to be drawn up",negative,-0.685979128
"Sri Lanka 25-pct retrospective tax surcharge on groups, companies, partnerships",2/8/2022,Economy,Questions over the applicability to retirement funds,"Sri Lanka 25-pct retrospective tax surcharge on groups, companies, partnerships Questions over the applicability to retirement funds",negative,-0.968930423
Sri Lanka sells more gold reserves,2/7/2022,Economy,Gold holdings down to US$92mn ,Sri Lanka sells more gold reserves Gold holdings down to US$92mn ,negative,-0.971147418
Sri Lanka stock index falls on economic concerns amid foreign selling,2/7/2022,Markets,"""Investors expect the central bank will allow the market interest rates to rise""","Sri Lanka stock index falls on economic concerns amid foreign selling ""Investors expect the central bank will allow the market interest rates to rise""",negative,-0.998731673
Sri Lanka Hela shares jump 24 pct on debut trading day,2/7/2022,Markets,Hela shares end 24 percent higher on the debut trading day ,Sri Lanka Hela shares jump 24 pct on debut trading day Hela shares end 24 percent higher on the debut trading day ,positive,0.682553887
Sri Lanka foreign reserves drop to US$2.3bn in Jan 22,2/7/2022,Economy,Net reserves are negative,Sri Lanka foreign reserves drop to US$2.3bn in Jan 22 Net reserves are negative,negative,-0.999127686
Sri Lanka bond yields edge up at close,2/7/2022,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bond yields went up on moderate trade on Monday (07), market dealers said.","Sri Lanka bond yields edge up at close Sri Lanka’s bond yields went up on moderate trade on Monday (07), market dealers said.",positive,0.893639922
Renuka Weerakone made acting DG of BOI Sri Lanka,2/7/2022,Economy,Senior BOI official Renuka Weerakone is appointed as the acting DG,Renuka Weerakone made acting DG of BOI Sri Lanka Senior BOI official Renuka Weerakone is appointed as the acting DG,positive,0.995860398
Police after motorcyclists who shot drug running ambulance in Sri Lanka,2/7/2022,Crime,The driver who was smuggling drugs and the ambulance assistant who acted as an accomplice were also arrested.,Police after motorcyclists who shot drug running ambulance in Sri Lanka The driver who was smuggling drugs and the ambulance assistant who acted as an accomplice were also arrested.,negative,-0.986617982
Sri Lanka's CEB says no need for power cuts Monday if fuel supply adequate,2/7/2022,Power,"The CEB said the predicted peak demand for Monday evening is 2,280 mega watts.","Sri Lanka's CEB says no need for power cuts Monday if fuel supply adequate The CEB said the predicted peak demand for Monday evening is 2,280 mega watts.",negative,-0.978910804
"Ceylon Fisheries Corporation, Uber join hands to deliver fish in Colombo",2/7/2022,Consumer Affairs,"""We hope to expand to other cities in delivering quality seafood and seafood products at an affordable price.""","Ceylon Fisheries Corporation, Uber join hands to deliver fish in Colombo ""We hope to expand to other cities in delivering quality seafood and seafood products at an affordable price.""",positive,0.998554885
Sri Lanka foreign ministry criticised over statement against activist,2/7/2022,Human Rights,Sri Lanka Foreign Ministry comes under criticism ahead of UNHRC session,Sri Lanka foreign ministry criticised over statement against activist Sri Lanka Foreign Ministry comes under criticism ahead of UNHRC session,negative,-0.993131936
Sri Lanka's court of appeal grants bail to detained lawyer Hejaaz Hizbullah,2/7/2022,Human Rights,Calls for Hizbullah's release on bail have been growing internationally.,Sri Lanka's court of appeal grants bail to detained lawyer Hejaaz Hizbullah Calls for Hizbullah's release on bail have been growing internationally.,positive,0.983204901
Sri Lanka bond market illiquid,2/7/2022,Bonds & Forex,No takers or sellers,Sri Lanka bond market illiquid No takers or sellers,negative,-0.998512328
"Sri Lanka IOC unit raises petrol, diesel prices",2/7/2022,Energy,State-run CPC prices unchanged,"Sri Lanka IOC unit raises petrol, diesel prices State-run CPC prices unchanged",negative,-0.987844646
"Sri Lanka seeks US$200mn credit lines from Australia, Pakistan: report",2/6/2022,Economy,Credit lines for food,"Sri Lanka seeks US$200mn credit lines from Australia, Pakistan: report Credit lines for food",negative,-0.993953407
"Sri Lanka opposition SJB for central bank accountability, reform: Sajith",2/6/2022,Economy,"To ensure that there is greater transparency, accountability, responsibility as well as independence","Sri Lanka opposition SJB for central bank accountability, reform: Sajith To ensure that there is greater transparency, accountability, responsibility as well as independence",positive,0.974530697
Sri Lanka needs vaccination to force Coronavirus to endemic stage: doctors,2/5/2022,Health,Herd immunity remains elusive,Sri Lanka needs vaccination to force Coronavirus to endemic stage: doctors Herd immunity remains elusive,negative,-0.99563247
Sri Lanka's CSE to revise IPO basis of allotment for greater transparency,2/5/2022,Markets,Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange  to revise IPO basis of allotment for greater transparency,Sri Lanka's CSE to revise IPO basis of allotment for greater transparency Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange  to revise IPO basis of allotment for greater transparency,negative,-0.932264149
Sri Lanka technology centre opened by US-based RigServ,2/5/2022,ICT,Strikes partnership to support Colombo University,Sri Lanka technology centre opened by US-based RigServ Strikes partnership to support Colombo University,positive,0.982437193
IMF says it is 'ready' to help Sri Lanka - if asked,2/5/2022,Economy,"While the IMF has not received a request for financial support from Sri Lanka, the staff stands ready to discuss options","IMF says it is 'ready' to help Sri Lanka - if asked While the IMF has not received a request for financial support from Sri Lanka, the staff stands ready to discuss options",positive,0.995889843
Sri Lanka finance minister requests media not to probe his North Korea comments,2/4/2022,International Relations,“Are you going to create more problems?” he asked journalists when the question was repeated.,Sri Lanka finance minister requests media not to probe his North Korea comments “Are you going to create more problems?” he asked journalists when the question was repeated.,negative,-0.993228376
"Sri Lanka president questions critics, defends foreign investments",2/4/2022,Politics,"He said that a leader of a nation has many challenges to face, and steering a group towards a vision is no easy task.","Sri Lanka president questions critics, defends foreign investments He said that a leader of a nation has many challenges to face, and steering a group towards a vision is no easy task.",positive,0.966246247
"Sri Lanka capital Covid-19 deaths from un-vaccinated, or no booster",2/4/2022,Health,Booster take-up has increased in the past week,"Sri Lanka capital Covid-19 deaths from un-vaccinated, or no booster Booster take-up has increased in the past week",negative,-0.994238734
Sri Lanka bond yields ease,2/3/2022,Bonds & Forex,The central bank’s indicative spot rate was 201.5833 on Thursday (03) up from 201.4205 on Wednesday (02).,Sri Lanka bond yields ease The central bank’s indicative spot rate was 201.5833 on Thursday (03) up from 201.4205 on Wednesday (02).,negative,-0.885519743
Sri Lanka stocks end in green amid confusion over seeking IMF help to face debt crisis,2/3/2022,Markets,ASPI up 1.42%,Sri Lanka stocks end in green amid confusion over seeking IMF help to face debt crisis ASPI up 1.42%,negative,-0.996496975
Sri Lanka gets GI certficiation for Ceylon Cinnamon,2/3/2022,Business,EDB expects GI will allow Ceylon Cinnamon to be sold at a premium ,Sri Lanka gets GI certficiation for Ceylon Cinnamon EDB expects GI will allow Ceylon Cinnamon to be sold at a premium ,negative,-0.870913744
"Sri Lanka fin min rules out default, says 1Q has US3bn debt repayments",2/3/2022,Economy,We have planned for that,"Sri Lanka fin min rules out default, says 1Q has US3bn debt repayments We have planned for that",negative,-0.96462363
Sri Lanka overnight injections top Rs600bn amid reserve outflow,2/3/2022,Economy,Sterilized interventions point to steady drains,Sri Lanka overnight injections top Rs600bn amid reserve outflow Sterilized interventions point to steady drains,negative,-0.946324885
Sri Lanka bond yields ease,2/3/2022,Bonds & Forex,Secondary market slightly active ,Sri Lanka bond yields ease Secondary market slightly active ,positive,0.998746991
Sri Lanka stock index sees worst fall in 11 weeks on economic worries,2/2/2022,Markets,Sri Lanka stock index posted its worst performance since November 19.,Sri Lanka stock index sees worst fall in 11 weeks on economic worries Sri Lanka stock index posted its worst performance since November 19.,negative,-0.999616504
Sri Lanka seeks technical support from IMF: Basil,2/2/2022,Economy,They will give us advice about things that we do not know,Sri Lanka seeks technical support from IMF: Basil They will give us advice about things that we do not know,positive,0.606993854
Sri Lanka signs USD 500 mn fuel credit line with India’s EXIM bank,2/2/2022,Economy,"""India is committed to assist Sri Lanka in its post-COVID economic recovery,” the high commission said.","Sri Lanka signs USD 500 mn fuel credit line with India’s EXIM bank ""India is committed to assist Sri Lanka in its post-COVID economic recovery,” the high commission said.",positive,0.886830509
Sri Lanka's EDB gives cash grants to 28 budding exporters,2/2/2022,Business,The grants were offered under three programs ,Sri Lanka's EDB gives cash grants to 28 budding exporters The grants were offered under three programs ,positive,0.74012804
"Sri Lanka approves promotion of traditional, rural industry projects",2/2/2022,Economy,The government has allocated one billion rupees in the 2022 budget proposals as well as another 150 million rupees.,"Sri Lanka approves promotion of traditional, rural industry projects The government has allocated one billion rupees in the 2022 budget proposals as well as another 150 million rupees.",positive,0.963488638
Sri Lanka to complete MV X-Press Pearl tanker debris clearance in four months,2/2/2022,Environment,"""Overseas laboratories have been directed to analyse the biological samples of oceanic life and other samples.""","Sri Lanka to complete MV X-Press Pearl tanker debris clearance in four months ""Overseas laboratories have been directed to analyse the biological samples of oceanic life and other samples.""",negative,-0.982523859
Sri Lanka sells Rs88.5bn in three month bills,2/2/2022,Bonds & Forex,6 and 12 month bills rejected,Sri Lanka sells Rs88.5bn in three month bills 6 and 12 month bills rejected,negative,-0.992532313
Sri Lanka warned of child mortality risk as third Coronavirus dose urged,2/2/2022,Health,The cases are rising and we should keep in mind that we have not vaccinated children yet,Sri Lanka warned of child mortality risk as third Coronavirus dose urged The cases are rising and we should keep in mind that we have not vaccinated children yet,negative,-0.793163478
Sri Lanka's Global Housing to build Rs6.5bn hotel residency in Hikkaduwa,2/2/2022,Business,Plans to complete within 36 months,Sri Lanka's Global Housing to build Rs6.5bn hotel residency in Hikkaduwa Plans to complete within 36 months,positive,0.970362902
Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise to 32 a day as Omicron bites,2/2/2022,Health,Vaccination rates pick up,Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise to 32 a day as Omicron bites Vaccination rates pick up,negative,-0.994945347
Sri Lanka debt to GDP rises to 106.7-pct by 3Q 2021,2/2/2022,Economy,Public sector debt with SOE guaranteed debt is also going up,Sri Lanka debt to GDP rises to 106.7-pct by 3Q 2021 Public sector debt with SOE guaranteed debt is also going up,positive,0.73867178
Sri Lanka JKH becomes most transparent in corporate reporting,2/1/2022,Business,"""The private sector in Sri Lanka is usually seen as an enabler of corruption.""","Sri Lanka JKH becomes most transparent in corporate reporting ""The private sector in Sri Lanka is usually seen as an enabler of corruption.""",negative,-0.982587993
Sri Lanka market down on economic concerns,2/1/2022,Markets,Sri Lanka market down amid economic concerns ,Sri Lanka market down on economic concerns Sri Lanka market down amid economic concerns ,negative,-0.997370601
Sri Lanka foreign minister refutes claims of weapon purchase from North Korea,2/1/2022,Politics,"""Finance Minister Basil Rajapaksa who has categorically denied the comments attributed to him in the said news item.”","Sri Lanka foreign minister refutes claims of weapon purchase from North Korea ""Finance Minister Basil Rajapaksa who has categorically denied the comments attributed to him in the said news item.”",negative,-0.865804791
Sri Lanka ruling party concerned egg attack on Marxist leader attempt to discredit govt,2/1/2022,Politics,"""We thoroughly condemn the act. Sri Lanka is a democratic country, where people have freedom of speech.""","Sri Lanka ruling party concerned egg attack on Marxist leader attempt to discredit govt ""We thoroughly condemn the act. Sri Lanka is a democratic country, where people have freedom of speech.""",negative,-0.971639156
"Sri Lanka hopes to manage economic crisis in six months, FinMin, CB leading debt talks: Minister",2/1/2022,Economy,We are open to all the institutions and all the ideas,"Sri Lanka hopes to manage economic crisis in six months, FinMin, CB leading debt talks: Minister We are open to all the institutions and all the ideas",positive,0.997630835
Sri Lanka hires Greenstat India to study hydrogen driven transport,2/1/2022,Energy,'Green' hydrogen will be generated using a floating solar and wind farm.,Sri Lanka hires Greenstat India to study hydrogen driven transport 'Green' hydrogen will be generated using a floating solar and wind farm.,negative,-0.955674648
Sri Lanka to purchase emergency power for March drought,2/1/2022,Energy,Proposals to be called,Sri Lanka to purchase emergency power for March drought Proposals to be called,negative,-0.981591702
"Cyprus to supply 450,000 barrel crude to Sri Lanka on 6-month credit",2/1/2022,Energy,Cabinet approves unsolicited proposal for Cyprus company to supply crude on 180-day credit   ,"Cyprus to supply 450,000 barrel crude to Sri Lanka on 6-month credit Cabinet approves unsolicited proposal for Cyprus company to supply crude on 180-day credit   ",negative,-0.974053144
Sri Lanka cabinet clears extra 25-pct super tax,2/1/2022,Economy,The Attorney General's clearance has been received,Sri Lanka cabinet clears extra 25-pct super tax The Attorney General's clearance has been received,negative,-0.951138735
"Sri Lanka to buy 80,000MT of diesel and petrol from India",2/1/2022,Energy,IOC will supply the fuel,"Sri Lanka to buy 80,000MT of diesel and petrol from India IOC will supply the fuel",negative,-0.912258089
Sri Lanka inflation hits 14.2-pct in January 2022,2/1/2022,Economy,The food sub-index grew 25 percent in the 12-months to January,Sri Lanka inflation hits 14.2-pct in January 2022 The food sub-index grew 25 percent in the 12-months to January,negative,-0.950851083
Sri Lanka's CEB urged to import own oil amid soft-peg trouble,2/1/2022,Energy,"If the CEB spends their own money and imports fuel, we are prepared to transport and store oil free","Sri Lanka's CEB urged to import own oil amid soft-peg trouble If the CEB spends their own money and imports fuel, we are prepared to transport and store oil free",negative,-0.995633423
Sri Lanka stock index reverses losing streak; foreigners exit,1/31/2022,Markets,The market has made a gain of 6.4 percent in January though it suffered a weekly loss of 3.8 percent last week.,Sri Lanka stock index reverses losing streak; foreigners exit The market has made a gain of 6.4 percent in January though it suffered a weekly loss of 3.8 percent last week.,negative,-0.996634781
Sri Lanka bond yields close steady,1/31/2022,Bonds & Forex,The central bank’s indicative spot rate was 201.1910 on Monday (31).,Sri Lanka bond yields close steady The central bank’s indicative spot rate was 201.1910 on Monday (31).,positive,0.911779225
"Sri Lanka's regulator decides no power cuts ""until further notice""",1/31/2022,Uncategorized,"""The reasons are we have enough raw materials to generate power as well as enough water to generate hydro power.""","Sri Lanka's regulator decides no power cuts ""until further notice"" ""The reasons are we have enough raw materials to generate power as well as enough water to generate hydro power.""",negative,-0.966465354
"Sri Lanka stops random COVID-19 testing, relies on voluntary tests, PHIs claim",1/31/2022,Health,Rohana’s claim comes as experts warn that the true daily caseload is bigger than what official data shows.,"Sri Lanka stops random COVID-19 testing, relies on voluntary tests, PHIs claim Rohana’s claim comes as experts warn that the true daily caseload is bigger than what official data shows.",negative,-0.995971739
Sri Lanka's solo refinery resumes operations after one month amid USD shortage,1/31/2022,Petroleum,"""The refinery resumed operations today,"" a source at the ministry told EconomyNext. ","Sri Lanka's solo refinery resumes operations after one month amid USD shortage ""The refinery resumed operations today,"" a source at the ministry told EconomyNext. ",negative,-0.99147898
Sri Lanka's CAA removes price ceiling for bottled water,1/31/2022,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka's CAA withdraws from fixing the prices of water bottles  ,Sri Lanka's CAA removes price ceiling for bottled water Sri Lanka's CAA withdraws from fixing the prices of water bottles  ,negative,-0.971151352
Sri Lanka finance companies raise Rs12.5bn in new capital,1/31/2022,Banking,Another 12 companies are in the process of consolidation,Sri Lanka finance companies raise Rs12.5bn in new capital Another 12 companies are in the process of consolidation,positive,0.742241144
Sri Lanka's Kelani Tyres to invest Rs3.2bn expand radial tyre capacity,1/31/2022,Business," To boost capacity in car, SUV and motorcycle tyre","Sri Lanka's Kelani Tyres to invest Rs3.2bn expand radial tyre capacity  To boost capacity in car, SUV and motorcycle tyre",positive,0.979809284
Sri Lanka use of reserves for imports is a deadly false choice: Bellwether,1/31/2022,Bellwether,"Sterilized currency defence, without an accompanying rise in rates, spells disaster ","Sri Lanka use of reserves for imports is a deadly false choice: Bellwether Sterilized currency defence, without an accompanying rise in rates, spells disaster ",negative,-0.999796927
Only 1.5mn out of 2.8mn over 60 in Sri Lanka have taken COVID-19 booster,1/30/2022,Health,The booster hesitancy comes even as Sri Lanka’s daily COVID-19 cases are seeing a sharp rise.,Only 1.5mn out of 2.8mn over 60 in Sri Lanka have taken COVID-19 booster The booster hesitancy comes even as Sri Lanka’s daily COVID-19 cases are seeing a sharp rise.,negative,-0.641774297
Five arrested for smuggling foreign currency out of forex-crisis-hit Sri Lanka,1/30/2022,Economy,"The stash consisted of 95,000 US dollars, 18,000 Euros and 37,000 Saudi Riyals.","Five arrested for smuggling foreign currency out of forex-crisis-hit Sri Lanka The stash consisted of 95,000 US dollars, 18,000 Euros and 37,000 Saudi Riyals.",negative,-0.993492305
Sri Lanka to hold rupee steady: CB Governor,1/30/2022,Economy,The rupee's REER is sharply below 100 but is creeping up with higher inflation,Sri Lanka to hold rupee steady: CB Governor The rupee's REER is sharply below 100 but is creeping up with higher inflation,negative,-0.984531283
Sri Lanka to promote cycling to work; dedicated cycling lanes proposed,1/29/2022,Economy,"Traffic and congestion were the prime contributors to worsening air quality in the country, he said.","Sri Lanka to promote cycling to work; dedicated cycling lanes proposed Traffic and congestion were the prime contributors to worsening air quality in the country, he said.",negative,-0.990797758
"Sri Lanka Customs seizes 16000 kg of ""contraband"" beetroot",1/29/2022,Trade,"""The contraband is forfeited, and the persons responsible will be penalised.""","Sri Lanka Customs seizes 16000 kg of ""contraband"" beetroot ""The contraband is forfeited, and the persons responsible will be penalised.""",negative,-0.997542143
Sri Lanka struggles as Singapore further appreciates currency to counter inflation,1/29/2022,Economy,Sudden tightening ahead of usual meeting,Sri Lanka struggles as Singapore further appreciates currency to counter inflation Sudden tightening ahead of usual meeting,positive,0.962614417
Sri Lanka confirms 82 Omicron cases out of 88 samples,1/29/2022,Health,"The other six samples tested positive for the Delta variant, said Jeewandara.","Sri Lanka confirms 82 Omicron cases out of 88 samples The other six samples tested positive for the Delta variant, said Jeewandara.",negative,-0.566394329
Sri Lanka Technological Campus gets Rs290mn infusion after acqusition,1/29/2022,Business,To set up a city campus,Sri Lanka Technological Campus gets Rs290mn infusion after acqusition To set up a city campus,negative,-0.965620518
Sri Lanka exports soar 24-pct amid severe forex crisis,1/29/2022,Economy,"Sri Lanka apparel and textile exports grew 22.93 percent to 5,415.92 million US dollars in 2021","Sri Lanka exports soar 24-pct amid severe forex crisis Sri Lanka apparel and textile exports grew 22.93 percent to 5,415.92 million US dollars in 2021",positive,0.610286891
Sri Lanka slips for the fourth day,1/28/2022,Markets,ASPI closed 0.18 percent or 22.56 points lower on Friday ,Sri Lanka slips for the fourth day ASPI closed 0.18 percent or 22.56 points lower on Friday ,negative,-0.992986619
Sri Lanka bond market close flat,1/28/2022,Bonds & Forex,"Dealers said, in the secondary market only a few bonds were quoted on Friday.","Sri Lanka bond market close flat Dealers said, in the secondary market only a few bonds were quoted on Friday.",negative,-0.998802543
No plans to lock down Sri Lanka but authorities may reconsider if cases spike,1/28/2022,Health," ""But if it increases beyond a certain limit, and the spreading doesn’t stop, the authorities may have to rethink it....","No plans to lock down Sri Lanka but authorities may reconsider if cases spike  ""But if it increases beyond a certain limit, and the spreading doesn’t stop, the authorities may have to rethink it....",negative,-0.99665606
Sri Lanka based Expolanka Holdings net up 400-pct,1/28/2022,Logistics,Freight rates elevated,Sri Lanka based Expolanka Holdings net up 400-pct Freight rates elevated,positive,0.998998702
Sri Lanka CEB to pay Rs36 a unit for self-generated power,1/28/2022,Economy,Scheme to apply from 0530h to 2230h,Sri Lanka CEB to pay Rs36 a unit for self-generated power Scheme to apply from 0530h to 2230h,negative,-0.983021379
Sri Lanka foreign minister briefs diplomats ahead of tough UNHRC session,1/28/2022,Courts,"Sri Lanka likely to face strong criticism over its human rights situation, diplomats say ","Sri Lanka foreign minister briefs diplomats ahead of tough UNHRC session Sri Lanka likely to face strong criticism over its human rights situation, diplomats say ",negative,-0.90681839
Sri Lanka apparel exporters seek solutions to forex regulations,1/28/2022,Economy,"Up to November 2021, Sri Lanka exports were up 24.9-pct but forex shortages are worsening","Sri Lanka apparel exporters seek solutions to forex regulations Up to November 2021, Sri Lanka exports were up 24.9-pct but forex shortages are worsening",negative,-0.998833239
Successive govts neglected Sri Lanka’s looming power crisis: industry officials,1/27/2022,Economy,Successive governments in the past decade have been warned of a looming power crisis ,Successive govts neglected Sri Lanka’s looming power crisis: industry officials Successive governments in the past decade have been warned of a looming power crisis ,negative,-0.99335289
Sri Lanka stocks down for 3rd session; economic woes weigh,1/27/2022,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks down for 3rd day amid foreign selling  ,Sri Lanka stocks down for 3rd session; economic woes weigh Sri Lanka stocks down for 3rd day amid foreign selling  ,negative,-0.999131382
Sri Lanka regulator decrees no power cuts till January 31,1/27/2022,Energy,Shortfall to be bridged through conservation and private generators,Sri Lanka regulator decrees no power cuts till January 31 Shortfall to be bridged through conservation and private generators,negative,-0.621846616
"Sri Lanka's Lakdhanavi downgraded to same level as CEB over fuel, forex shortages",1/27/2022,Energy,Reflects the risk of disruptions to operations from fuel shortages and heightened counterparty risk,"Sri Lanka's Lakdhanavi downgraded to same level as CEB over fuel, forex shortages Reflects the risk of disruptions to operations from fuel shortages and heightened counterparty risk",negative,-0.99756074
Romila Thapar talks on History of the Museum in Sri Lanka lecture,1/27/2022,Culture," This history, as can be observed in India, would probably apply to most countries that were once Colonies","Romila Thapar talks on History of the Museum in Sri Lanka lecture  This history, as can be observed in India, would probably apply to most countries that were once Colonies",positive,0.989381909
Sri Lanka IPP rating outlook cut by Fitch over CEB payment delays,1/27/2022,Energy,CEB is facing heightened challenges in importing fossil fuels,Sri Lanka IPP rating outlook cut by Fitch over CEB payment delays CEB is facing heightened challenges in importing fossil fuels,negative,-0.993832946
"Sri Lanka facing import blocks, fears of export ordering shifting amid forex trouble",1/27/2022,Economy,The country stands to lose if and when buyers decide to move their manufacturing to other countries : Shippers' Council,"Sri Lanka facing import blocks, fears of export ordering shifting amid forex trouble The country stands to lose if and when buyers decide to move their manufacturing to other countries : Shippers' Council",negative,-0.998881161
Public places to be out of bounds to unboostered Sri Lankans,1/27/2022,Health,"""Every citizen has the right to be protected from harm and the right to live.""","Public places to be out of bounds to unboostered Sri Lankans ""Every citizen has the right to be protected from harm and the right to live.""",positive,0.948817551
Sri Lanka's Sierra Cables downgraded to A+(lka) on raw material imports,1/27/2022,Agriculture,Fitch expects Sierra's revenue will fall in the next 12-18 months amid challenges in importing raw materials,Sri Lanka's Sierra Cables downgraded to A+(lka) on raw material imports Fitch expects Sierra's revenue will fall in the next 12-18 months amid challenges in importing raw materials,negative,-0.999247551
"US Fed to stop printing money by March, raise rates pressuring Sri Lanka style soft-pegs",1/27/2022,Economy,Fed has printed money claiming inflation was 'transitory',"US Fed to stop printing money by March, raise rates pressuring Sri Lanka style soft-pegs Fed has printed money claiming inflation was 'transitory'",negative,-0.998709917
Sri Lanka seeks US$175 mln for exclusive Galle tourist port,1/26/2022,Business,Sri Lanka to build an exclusive port for tourists to attract large cruise vessels   ,Sri Lanka seeks US$175 mln for exclusive Galle tourist port Sri Lanka to build an exclusive port for tourists to attract large cruise vessels   ,negative,-0.992686391
Sri Lanka stock index down for 2nd day; falls to over 3-week low  ,1/26/2022,Markets,Key index fell over 1 percent for second straight day ,Sri Lanka stock index down for 2nd day; falls to over 3-week low   Key index fell over 1 percent for second straight day ,negative,-0.998939812
Pakistan PM calls for optimal use of FTA with Sri Lanka,1/26/2022,Trade,The two Sri Lankan officials are in Pakistan along with a business delegation from January 20 to 27.,Pakistan PM calls for optimal use of FTA with Sri Lanka The two Sri Lankan officials are in Pakistan along with a business delegation from January 20 to 27.,negative,-0.920338869
Sri Lanka falls in transparency index; Bhutan leads in South Asia   ,1/26/2022,Business,Sri Lanka's ranking under Corruption Perception Index has fallen eight ranks ,Sri Lanka falls in transparency index; Bhutan leads in South Asia    Sri Lanka's ranking under Corruption Perception Index has fallen eight ranks ,negative,-0.998444498
France backs Sri Lanka manufacture sector in plantation,1/26/2022,Agriculture,"6,000 smallholder rubber estate owners in the Moneragala District had been trained by the embassy ","France backs Sri Lanka manufacture sector in plantation 6,000 smallholder rubber estate owners in the Moneragala District had been trained by the embassy ",negative,-0.861154974
Ceylon Electricity Board chairman steps down amid Sri Lanka power crisis,1/26/2022,Power,"""We are in a crisis situation. Let's see how we can manage it going forward.""","Ceylon Electricity Board chairman steps down amid Sri Lanka power crisis ""We are in a crisis situation. Let's see how we can manage it going forward.""",negative,-0.99125272
Sri Lanka president appoints new BOI board; DG to resign: sources,1/26/2022,Business,Two BOI sources confirmed the appointment.,Sri Lanka president appoints new BOI board; DG to resign: sources Two BOI sources confirmed the appointment.,positive,0.607521117
"Body found on Bambalapitiyia beach, Sri Lanka, still not identified",1/26/2022,Crime,"“The postmortem was done yesterday, and the cause of the death has yet to be determined.”","Body found on Bambalapitiyia beach, Sri Lanka, still not identified “The postmortem was done yesterday, and the cause of the death has yet to be determined.”",negative,-0.99895978
Sri Lanka shares dive to two-week low on economic woes,1/25/2022,Markets,"The ASPI ends 1.30 percent lower at 13,210.17 points, its lowest since January 12","Sri Lanka shares dive to two-week low on economic woes The ASPI ends 1.30 percent lower at 13,210.17 points, its lowest since January 12",negative,-0.998336792
Omicron replaces Delta as dominant COVID-19 variant in Sri Lanka,1/25/2022,Health,"Hospitalisations have also increased, along with the number of patients needing oxygen.","Omicron replaces Delta as dominant COVID-19 variant in Sri Lanka Hospitalisations have also increased, along with the number of patients needing oxygen.",negative,-0.687335491
Sri Lanka declines USD 3.6 billion Oman fuel credit over conditions: spokesman,1/25/2022,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka won't go ahead with US$3.6 billion fuel credit line with Oman ,Sri Lanka declines USD 3.6 billion Oman fuel credit over conditions: spokesman Sri Lanka won't go ahead with US$3.6 billion fuel credit line with Oman ,negative,-0.996860266
Sri Lanka BOP deficit surges to US$3.6bn in November 2021,1/25/2022,Economy,The deficit is the highest recorded so far,Sri Lanka BOP deficit surges to US$3.6bn in November 2021 The deficit is the highest recorded so far,negative,-0.9890939
"Sri Lanka investment imports up 40-pct, trade deficit falls in November amid forex trouble",1/25/2022,Economy,Trade deficit down for the third month,"Sri Lanka investment imports up 40-pct, trade deficit falls in November amid forex trouble Trade deficit down for the third month",negative,-0.998432219
Sri Lanka's CEB may import fuel directly with Indian credit amid forex crisis,1/25/2022,Energy,Until now liquid fuel imports were done by the petroleum ministry,Sri Lanka's CEB may import fuel directly with Indian credit amid forex crisis Until now liquid fuel imports were done by the petroleum ministry,negative,-0.983340681
Sri Lanka to compensate paddy farmers hit by organic fertilizer,1/25/2022,Agriculture,"""Over 40,000 million rupees for the paddy farmers whose cultivation was hit by organic fertilisers,”","Sri Lanka to compensate paddy farmers hit by organic fertilizer ""Over 40,000 million rupees for the paddy farmers whose cultivation was hit by organic fertilisers,”",negative,-0.996243596
"Sri Lanka's LOLC wins Rajagiriya land, high rise project",1/25/2022,Business,"The contract is given on a design, build, finance and transfer basis","Sri Lanka's LOLC wins Rajagiriya land, high rise project The contract is given on a design, build, finance and transfer basis",positive,0.999052703
COVID-19 hospitalisations rise in Sri Lanka as booster vials gather dust,1/25/2022,Health,"""If the public refuses to take the booster dose now, it will expire by July 2022.""","COVID-19 hospitalisations rise in Sri Lanka as booster vials gather dust ""If the public refuses to take the booster dose now, it will expire by July 2022.""",negative,-0.997514963
Sri Lanka JKH refinances US$325 million loan due in July 2022,1/25/2022,Markets,JKH has refinanced USD 325 million of a USD 395 million syndicated loan,Sri Lanka JKH refinances US$325 million loan due in July 2022 JKH has refinanced USD 325 million of a USD 395 million syndicated loan,negative,-0.926872253
Sri Lanka issues rules on dollarized payments to tourist hotels,1/25/2022,Economy,Dollars have to be deposited or converted within three days,Sri Lanka issues rules on dollarized payments to tourist hotels Dollars have to be deposited or converted within three days,negative,-0.993917525
Sri Lanka stocks edge up; Keells foreign deals boost turnover to 1-yr high ,1/24/2022,Markets,"Monday’s turnover was 18.4 billion rupees, the highest since February 1, 2021","Sri Lanka stocks edge up; Keells foreign deals boost turnover to 1-yr high  Monday’s turnover was 18.4 billion rupees, the highest since February 1, 2021",positive,0.921280921
Sri Lanka bond yields steady,1/24/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,Sri Lanka bond yields steady .,positive,0.999850631
"Maldives stopped Chinese projects as promised, says speaker",1/24/2022,International Relations,"Not unlike its South Asian neighbour, the Maldives is caught in a geopolitical cold war between India and China.","Maldives stopped Chinese projects as promised, says speaker Not unlike its South Asian neighbour, the Maldives is caught in a geopolitical cold war between India and China.",negative,-0.985568047
"Sri Lanka says HRW report paints negative, exaggerated picture of rights situation",1/24/2022,Human Rights,"""We highlight the importance of responsible, balanced and impartial reporting.""","Sri Lanka says HRW report paints negative, exaggerated picture of rights situation ""We highlight the importance of responsible, balanced and impartial reporting.""",positive,0.663889289
Scheduled power cuts in Sri Lanka from Monday amid fuel shortages,1/24/2022,Power,"""From Tuesday (25), from 1.30pm to 9.30pm, there will be a two-hour power cut due to lack of furnace oil,"" he said.","Scheduled power cuts in Sri Lanka from Monday amid fuel shortages ""From Tuesday (25), from 1.30pm to 9.30pm, there will be a two-hour power cut due to lack of furnace oil,"" he said.",negative,-0.998054504
Prioritising EVs when resuming vehicle imports: Sri Lanka minister submits cabinet paper,1/24/2022,Energy,"""The president has reiterated his commitment to focusing on EV imports.""","Prioritising EVs when resuming vehicle imports: Sri Lanka minister submits cabinet paper ""The president has reiterated his commitment to focusing on EV imports.""",negative,-0.650221527
Sri Lanka's power crisis detriment to online education: opposition leader,1/24/2022,Education,"This government is unable to facilitate distance learning. It is only able to keep people in the dark,” said Premadasa...","Sri Lanka's power crisis detriment to online education: opposition leader This government is unable to facilitate distance learning. It is only able to keep people in the dark,” said Premadasa...",negative,-0.999226689
"As economy crashes, democracy may be next, warns Sri Lanka's JVP",1/24/2022,Economy,"“As the country becomes bankrupt and they run out of solutions for the economic woes, they will then touch democracy.""","As economy crashes, democracy may be next, warns Sri Lanka's JVP “As the country becomes bankrupt and they run out of solutions for the economic woes, they will then touch democracy.""",positive,0.99590528
Sri Lanka’s 2021 IPOs up 46 pct; Chrissworld outperforms,1/24/2022,Markets,The CSE saw 1.16 billion new shares listed through IPOs in 2021,Sri Lanka’s 2021 IPOs up 46 pct; Chrissworld outperforms The CSE saw 1.16 billion new shares listed through IPOs in 2021,negative,-0.958797634
Sri Lanka minister sees no point in demonizing IMF amid attempts to fix external crisis,1/23/2022,Economy,I propose that we do not paint it as some big demon,Sri Lanka minister sees no point in demonizing IMF amid attempts to fix external crisis I propose that we do not paint it as some big demon,negative,-0.998945296
Sri Lanka’s IOC unit reports Rs890 mn in Dec 2021 profits,1/23/2022,Markets,LIOC entered into a JV deal to develop 61 oil tanks in Trincomalee China Bay Oil Tank Farm,Sri Lanka’s IOC unit reports Rs890 mn in Dec 2021 profits LIOC entered into a JV deal to develop 61 oil tanks in Trincomalee China Bay Oil Tank Farm,negative,-0.978907049
"Sri Lanka detects 75 more Omicron patients, health expert says",1/22/2022,Health,Health experts had speculated Omicron to become the dominant variant due to its high transmissible nature  ,"Sri Lanka detects 75 more Omicron patients, health expert says Health experts had speculated Omicron to become the dominant variant due to its high transmissible nature  ",negative,-0.914846063
"Sri Lanka Port City says charges for visual shoot, not personal selfie or video ",1/22/2022,Business,"Port City imposes charges for photography and video, but personal selfies and videos are not charged    ","Sri Lanka Port City says charges for visual shoot, not personal selfie or video  Port City imposes charges for photography and video, but personal selfies and videos are not charged    ",negative,-0.979115367
Sri Lanka 2021 tea output up 9.3-pct despite fertilizer crisis - minister,1/22/2022,Economy,"Despite fertilizer shortage, Sri Lanka tea production up 9.3% to 305 million kg last year - minister  ","Sri Lanka 2021 tea output up 9.3-pct despite fertilizer crisis - minister Despite fertilizer shortage, Sri Lanka tea production up 9.3% to 305 million kg last year - minister  ",positive,0.929909527
Sri Lanka national inflation hits 14-pct in December 2021 after money printing,1/22/2022,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's nation-wide inflation hits record 14-pct in December; Food prices soar   ,Sri Lanka national inflation hits 14-pct in December 2021 after money printing Sri Lanka's nation-wide inflation hits record 14-pct in December; Food prices soar   ,positive,0.709048748
Sri Lanka tourists hotels asked to take payments only in foreign exchange,1/22/2022,Business,Sri Lanka central bank has mandated registered hotels to charge only in foreign currencies    ,Sri Lanka tourists hotels asked to take payments only in foreign exchange Sri Lanka central bank has mandated registered hotels to charge only in foreign currencies    ,negative,-0.98203975
Sri Lanka sets up 108 centers for Covid-hit children to face Scholarship exam,1/21/2022,Health,Department of Examination facilitates Scholarship exams for Covid-positive students ,Sri Lanka sets up 108 centers for Covid-hit children to face Scholarship exam Department of Examination facilitates Scholarship exams for Covid-positive students ,positive,0.92468673
Sri Lanka bourse edges up on earning hopes after rate hike; foreigners exit,1/21/2022,Markets,ASPI gained 0.08 percent,Sri Lanka bourse edges up on earning hopes after rate hike; foreigners exit ASPI gained 0.08 percent,negative,-0.943433106
Sri Lanka bond yields close flat,1/21/2022,Bonds & Forex,Bond yield rose less than 50 basis point rate hike.,Sri Lanka bond yields close flat Bond yield rose less than 50 basis point rate hike.,negative,-0.989778221
Sri Lanka zoo workers end protest; promise to continue unauthorised fertilizer business legally,1/21/2022,Politics,"""The fertilizer business was done using the waste of animals and other waste materials,"" he said.","Sri Lanka zoo workers end protest; promise to continue unauthorised fertilizer business legally ""The fertilizer business was done using the waste of animals and other waste materials,"" he said.",negative,-0.990430176
COVID-19 on the rise again in Sri Lanka; 800+ new cases a second day running,1/21/2022,Health,"Around 15,279 patients are currently receiving treatment in hospital or at home.","COVID-19 on the rise again in Sri Lanka; 800+ new cases a second day running Around 15,279 patients are currently receiving treatment in hospital or at home.",positive,0.99135673
Sri Lanka bond yields steady Friday after rise on rate hike,1/21/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,Sri Lanka bond yields steady Friday after rise on rate hike .,positive,0.999484897
"Sri Lanka restructuring debt without foreign, IMF experts: CB chief",1/21/2022,Economy,"If you have new inflows, you can change that. That is what meant by restructuring","Sri Lanka restructuring debt without foreign, IMF experts: CB chief If you have new inflows, you can change that. That is what meant by restructuring",negative,-0.987475097
Sri Lanka seeks rice bailout from China after fertilizer ban,1/21/2022,Agriculture,A million tonnes will make good a 50-pct crop loss in the main cultivation season,Sri Lanka seeks rice bailout from China after fertilizer ban A million tonnes will make good a 50-pct crop loss in the main cultivation season,negative,-0.998898387
Sri Lanka central bank bears Rs8 extra payment for remittances,1/21/2022,Economy,"Out of 10 rupees, 8 rupees a quasi-fiscal cost","Sri Lanka central bank bears Rs8 extra payment for remittances Out of 10 rupees, 8 rupees a quasi-fiscal cost",negative,-0.979313195
Gazette issued extending Sri Lanka's public servants' retirement age to 65,1/20/2022,Economy,"The extension is effective as of January 01, 2022.","Gazette issued extending Sri Lanka's public servants' retirement age to 65 The extension is effective as of January 01, 2022.",positive,0.819090664
Sri Lanka stock index down after central bank hikes policy rates,1/20/2022,Markets,ASPI down 0.75%,Sri Lanka stock index down after central bank hikes policy rates ASPI down 0.75%,negative,-0.999446452
"Sudden rise in COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka; children, pregnant among infected",1/20/2022,Health,"Sri Lanka detected 829 new infections on Wednesday (19), a notable increase in daily cases.","Sudden rise in COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka; children, pregnant among infected Sri Lanka detected 829 new infections on Wednesday (19), a notable increase in daily cases.",positive,0.962347269
Sri Lanka's fuel crisis will not impact aviation services: minister,1/20/2022,Aviation,"Steps have been taken to ensure the services provided to SriLankan Airlines are never disrupted, the minister said.","Sri Lanka's fuel crisis will not impact aviation services: minister Steps have been taken to ensure the services provided to SriLankan Airlines are never disrupted, the minister said.",positive,0.92987442
Sri Lanka sells US$11.3mn in dollar bonds after US$100mn auction,1/20/2022,Bonds & Forex,Tap offer open till Jan 21,Sri Lanka sells US$11.3mn in dollar bonds after US$100mn auction Tap offer open till Jan 21,negative,-0.980877876
Sri Lanka imports surge to US$2.2bn in Dec 2021 after reserves sales,1/20/2022,Economy,2020 imports estimated at US$20.6bn,Sri Lanka imports surge to US$2.2bn in Dec 2021 after reserves sales 2020 imports estimated at US$20.6bn,negative,-0.943782389
Sri Lanka's zoo workers threaten to starve animals over allowance demand,1/20/2022,Politics,"""Opposing my investigation regarding this matter is the reason they are now protesting against me.""","Sri Lanka's zoo workers threaten to starve animals over allowance demand ""Opposing my investigation regarding this matter is the reason they are now protesting against me.""",negative,-0.996796787
Sri Lanka expects to avoid evening power cuts on Jan 20,1/20/2022,Energy,"GT-7, a 115MW gas turbine had already started","Sri Lanka expects to avoid evening power cuts on Jan 20 GT-7, a 115MW gas turbine had already started",negative,-0.993735909
"Sri Lanka banks asked to share fuel, essential good forex payment on priority",1/20/2022,Economy,Will limit reserve sales,"Sri Lanka banks asked to share fuel, essential good forex payment on priority Will limit reserve sales",negative,-0.998220384
Sri Lanka to give Rs10 for migrant worker dollars till April,1/20/2022,Economy,"The central bank will also pay 1,000 extra per transaction for workers to cover traction costs","Sri Lanka to give Rs10 for migrant worker dollars till April The central bank will also pay 1,000 extra per transaction for workers to cover traction costs",negative,-0.988375068
"Sri Lanka hikes rates 50bp to curb BOP trouble, inflation",1/20/2022,Economy,Tourist hotels asked to accept only dollars,"Sri Lanka hikes rates 50bp to curb BOP trouble, inflation Tourist hotels asked to accept only dollars",negative,-0.981814563
"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields up at auction, short term curve inverted",1/20/2022,Bonds & Forex,Both 6 and 12 month bills higher than the 3-months,"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields up at auction, short term curve inverted Both 6 and 12 month bills higher than the 3-months",negative,-0.958495617
Sri Lanka stocks edge up ahead of policy rate decision; foreigners exit,1/19/2022,Markets,All Share Price Index (ASPI) closed 0.04 %,Sri Lanka stocks edge up ahead of policy rate decision; foreigners exit All Share Price Index (ASPI) closed 0.04 %,positive,0.612491727
Sri Lanka bourse changes ASPI compilation to for less volatility from Jan. 24,1/19/2022,Markets,"""The market returns are not realistic.""","Sri Lanka bourse changes ASPI compilation to for less volatility from Jan. 24 ""The market returns are not realistic.""",negative,-0.999653816
"Sri Lanka reacts to Canada travel advisory; says info erroneous, outdated",1/19/2022,International Relations,"""The Ministry has taken steps to apprise the Canadian authorities of ground realities”, the ministry said.","Sri Lanka reacts to Canada travel advisory; says info erroneous, outdated ""The Ministry has taken steps to apprise the Canadian authorities of ground realities”, the ministry said.",negative,-0.999064028
Sri Lanka pins hopes on tourism recovery to solve BOP troubles,1/19/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka's recovering tourism sector will help end balance of payments troubles,Sri Lanka pins hopes on tourism recovery to solve BOP troubles Sri Lanka's recovering tourism sector will help end balance of payments troubles,negative,-0.957891881
Sri Lanka to build four Hungary-financed flyovers,1/19/2022,Transport,The projects will be funded by the Hungarian Exim Bank’s concessionary finance facility.,Sri Lanka to build four Hungary-financed flyovers The projects will be funded by the Hungarian Exim Bank’s concessionary finance facility.,negative,-0.975596189
Gamini Senarath appointed new Sri Lanka president's secretary,1/19/2022,Politics,President’s spokesman Kingsly Rathnayaka confirmed the appointment on Twitter Wednesday morning.,Gamini Senarath appointed new Sri Lanka president's secretary President’s spokesman Kingsly Rathnayaka confirmed the appointment on Twitter Wednesday morning.,positive,0.991084456
Tamil parties should engage elected govt; Sri Lanka not part of Indian union: minister,1/19/2022,International Relations,"""They should’ve talked to our elected government instead of outsiders,"" he said.","Tamil parties should engage elected govt; Sri Lanka not part of Indian union: minister ""They should’ve talked to our elected government instead of outsiders,"" he said.",negative,-0.951288223
Sri Lanka state radio enters solar power at ex-Deutsche Welle site,1/19/2022,Energy,There is potential to set up an 80 to 100MW solar power plant in the location,Sri Lanka state radio enters solar power at ex-Deutsche Welle site There is potential to set up an 80 to 100MW solar power plant in the location,negative,-0.952521384
Sri Lanka CEB to get 8-days of diesel for power generation: Minister,1/19/2022,Energy,CEB is forced to shut fuel driven plants from time to time due to fuel disruptions,Sri Lanka CEB to get 8-days of diesel for power generation: Minister CEB is forced to shut fuel driven plants from time to time due to fuel disruptions,negative,-0.999184549
Sri Lanka's Access Logistics Park gets 36-acre state land,1/19/2022,Logistics,The long lease will be based on the estimation of the Government Chief Valuer,Sri Lanka's Access Logistics Park gets 36-acre state land The long lease will be based on the estimation of the Government Chief Valuer,negative,-0.976354361
Sri Lanka to take action against discriminatory tourist hotels -- again,1/19/2022,Tourism,This is not the first time the state has intervened in the matter.,Sri Lanka to take action against discriminatory tourist hotels -- again This is not the first time the state has intervened in the matter.,negative,-0.98185581
Sri Lanka busts US$664mn in 'reserves for imports' in two months,1/19/2022,Economy,A reserve sale by a soft-pegged central bank with a fixed interest rate also involves printing money of an equal amount,Sri Lanka busts US$664mn in 'reserves for imports' in two months A reserve sale by a soft-pegged central bank with a fixed interest rate also involves printing money of an equal amount,negative,-0.990347147
Sri Lanka factories hurt by import disruptions amid recovery: PMI,1/19/2022,Economy,Services sector strong in December,Sri Lanka factories hurt by import disruptions amid recovery: PMI Services sector strong in December,negative,-0.980257571
Sri Lanka state minister rules out fourth COVID-19 jab,1/18/2022,Health,"Denmark recently became the first European country to offer a fourth dose, following Israel and Chile.","Sri Lanka state minister rules out fourth COVID-19 jab Denmark recently became the first European country to offer a fourth dose, following Israel and Chile.",positive,0.962599397
"Sri Lanka stocks at new peak after ISB payment; policy rate, earnings awaited",1/18/2022,Markets,"ASPI crossed 13,450 points","Sri Lanka stocks at new peak after ISB payment; policy rate, earnings awaited ASPI crossed 13,450 points",negative,-0.93087697
Sri Lanka condemns drone attack on UAE,1/18/2022,International news,The attack was on a fuel facility.,Sri Lanka condemns drone attack on UAE The attack was on a fuel facility.,negative,-0.993017912
"Long weekend trips could mean COVID-19 spike soon, Sri Lanka officials warn",1/18/2022,Health,Health officials continue to urge the public to get the booster dose of the vaccine.,"Long weekend trips could mean COVID-19 spike soon, Sri Lanka officials warn Health officials continue to urge the public to get the booster dose of the vaccine.",negative,-0.99299413
India gives Sri Lanka US$500mn credit line for fuel,1/18/2022,Economy,External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar had sent a letter to Sri Lanka's Foreign Minister G L Pieris ,India gives Sri Lanka US$500mn credit line for fuel External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar had sent a letter to Sri Lanka's Foreign Minister G L Pieris ,negative,-0.947620511
Sri Lanka in bid to avert 2.5 hour power cuts on Jan 19,1/18/2022,Energy,We need diesel from January 19-22,Sri Lanka in bid to avert 2.5 hour power cuts on Jan 19 We need diesel from January 19-22,negative,-0.992202163
Sri Lanka pays US$500mn sovereign bond,1/18/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka has been downgraded to CC by Fitch and CCC by Standard and Poor's,Sri Lanka pays US$500mn sovereign bond Sri Lanka has been downgraded to CC by Fitch and CCC by Standard and Poor's,negative,-0.998418927
Sri Lanka forex problem the biggest challenge: President,1/18/2022,Economy,A climax of a problem governments have failed to provide a lasting solution,Sri Lanka forex problem the biggest challenge: President A climax of a problem governments have failed to provide a lasting solution,negative,-0.998277426
Remains of veteran Sri Lanka singer Neela Wickramasinghe to be repatriated,1/18/2022,Arts and Culture,"Wickramasinghe 71, had assumed duties in Milan on December 29, the foreign ministry said in a statement.","Remains of veteran Sri Lanka singer Neela Wickramasinghe to be repatriated Wickramasinghe 71, had assumed duties in Milan on December 29, the foreign ministry said in a statement.",negative,-0.833223045
Sri Lanka's new constitution: expert committee to submit recommendations,1/18/2022,Politics,"“I hope to submit the recommendations of this committee to the cabinet and the parliament for broad discussion.""","Sri Lanka's new constitution: expert committee to submit recommendations “I hope to submit the recommendations of this committee to the cabinet and the parliament for broad discussion.""",positive,0.994916558
Sri Lanka President policy speech to parliament - full text,1/18/2022,Political News,.,Sri Lanka President policy speech to parliament - full text .,positive,0.991625726
Sri Lanka president strikes reconciliatory note in policy statement,1/18/2022,Politics,"“We reject racism. The present government wants to ensure the respect and rights of every citizen,” he said.","Sri Lanka president strikes reconciliatory note in policy statement “We reject racism. The present government wants to ensure the respect and rights of every citizen,” he said.",positive,0.98556155
Sri Lanka President calls for farming offensive for food security in 2022,1/18/2022,Economy,2022 is an year we have to take many decision regarding food security,Sri Lanka President calls for farming offensive for food security in 2022 2022 is an year we have to take many decision regarding food security,negative,-0.892032564
"Sri Lanka has to hike rates, before a float to end forex crisis: Bellwether",1/18/2022,Bellwether,"At the current policy rates and sterilization of interventions, forex problems will not get better","Sri Lanka has to hike rates, before a float to end forex crisis: Bellwether At the current policy rates and sterilization of interventions, forex problems will not get better",negative,-0.994278669
Sri Lanka EPF makes capital gains as stocks soar,1/18/2022,Bonds & Forex,Top gainers include LOLC and Royal Ceramics,Sri Lanka EPF makes capital gains as stocks soar Top gainers include LOLC and Royal Ceramics,positive,0.996657252
Sri Lanka power ministry eyes fuel from Indian Oil,1/17/2022,Energy,In bid to avoid load shedding,Sri Lanka power ministry eyes fuel from Indian Oil In bid to avoid load shedding,negative,-0.992236793
Sri Lanka transfers funds to repay US$500mn sovereign bond,1/17/2022,Economy,The January bond is the first of two bonds falling due,Sri Lanka transfers funds to repay US$500mn sovereign bond The January bond is the first of two bonds falling due,negative,-0.998380661
Trouble brewing at Sri Lanka's CEB over new 'illegal' GM,1/17/2022,Energy,Court of Appeal orders temporary appointment,Trouble brewing at Sri Lanka's CEB over new 'illegal' GM Court of Appeal orders temporary appointment,negative,-0.998261869
Sri Lanka imports soar to three year high amid 'forex shortages',1/17/2022,Economy,"2021 imports are estimated at US$21.6bn, up from US$16.1bn in 2020 and US$19.9bn in 2019","Sri Lanka imports soar to three year high amid 'forex shortages' 2021 imports are estimated at US$21.6bn, up from US$16.1bn in 2020 and US$19.9bn in 2019",negative,-0.986330271
"Sri Lanka minister promises no power cuts till Jan 18, amid demand for dollarized payments",1/16/2022,Economy,Energy Minister Udaya Gammnapila had earlier asked for dollarized payments for fuel,"Sri Lanka minister promises no power cuts till Jan 18, amid demand for dollarized payments Energy Minister Udaya Gammnapila had earlier asked for dollarized payments for fuel",negative,-0.970013857
Sri Lanka India ministers discuss US$1.5bn credit lines in second meeting,1/16/2022,Economy,A swap discussed at the first meeting December had been released,Sri Lanka India ministers discuss US$1.5bn credit lines in second meeting A swap discussed at the first meeting December had been released,negative,-0.984355628
"India hands over 1,000 houses in Sri Lanka tea plantations",1/16/2022,Construction and Real Estate,Festival of Pongal represented shared civilizational ties between the two countries,"India hands over 1,000 houses in Sri Lanka tea plantations Festival of Pongal represented shared civilizational ties between the two countries",positive,0.996662378
"After fertilizer policy failure, Sri Lanka leader offers record 95 rupees for paddy",1/16/2022,Agriculture,The Maha season usually sees the largest paddy harvest in Sri Lanka's farmlands.,"After fertilizer policy failure, Sri Lanka leader offers record 95 rupees for paddy The Maha season usually sees the largest paddy harvest in Sri Lanka's farmlands.",positive,0.978078663
Sri Lanka Development Bonds US$100mn auction announced,1/16/2022,Bonds & Forex,"On January 22, there is an SLDB maturity","Sri Lanka Development Bonds US$100mn auction announced On January 22, there is an SLDB maturity",negative,-0.655779898
Sri Lanka's China-backed Port City to see 'breakthrough' in 2022 1Q,1/16/2022,Business,It is not a day dream. It is being realized day by day,Sri Lanka's China-backed Port City to see 'breakthrough' in 2022 1Q It is not a day dream. It is being realized day by day,negative,-0.928268373
India allows Sri Lanka to delay ACU settlements by two  months,1/16/2022,Economy,The deferred payments amounts to 512.5 million US dollars,India allows Sri Lanka to delay ACU settlements by two  months The deferred payments amounts to 512.5 million US dollars,negative,-0.989332438
Omicron spreading faster than Delta in Sri Lanka: expert,1/15/2022,Health,"The new cases were found mainly in Colombo, Galle, Matara, Kandy, Trincomalee and Gamapha districts, he said.","Omicron spreading faster than Delta in Sri Lanka: expert The new cases were found mainly in Colombo, Galle, Matara, Kandy, Trincomalee and Gamapha districts, he said.",positive,0.893920302
India reaffirm assistance to Sri Lanka at high level virtual meeting,1/15/2022,Economy,The two countries have also discussed a 1.5 billion US dollar credit line.,India reaffirm assistance to Sri Lanka at high level virtual meeting The two countries have also discussed a 1.5 billion US dollar credit line.,positive,0.99618715
"Canada warns nationals in Sri Lanka of economic crisis-led food, med shortages",1/15/2022,Economy,It also warned of possible poor delivery of public services including healthcare due to the economic crisis.,"Canada warns nationals in Sri Lanka of economic crisis-led food, med shortages It also warned of possible poor delivery of public services including healthcare due to the economic crisis.",negative,-0.994097233
Sri Lanka CPC demand end to circular debt in power amid forex crisis,1/15/2022,Energy,CEB debt to CPC is now Rs91bn,Sri Lanka CPC demand end to circular debt in power amid forex crisis CEB debt to CPC is now Rs91bn,negative,-0.966654241
Sri Lanka doctors say Covid-19 booster can slash hospitalization by 90-pct,1/14/2022,Health,An uptrend is being seen in infections doctors say,Sri Lanka doctors say Covid-19 booster can slash hospitalization by 90-pct An uptrend is being seen in infections doctors say,negative,-0.995464265
Grenade found in Sri Lanka church: Cardinal sceptical of police probe,1/14/2022,Defence,He claimed there was no attempt by the police to uncover the truth,Grenade found in Sri Lanka church: Cardinal sceptical of police probe He claimed there was no attempt by the police to uncover the truth,negative,-0.986218512
Sri Lanka foreign remittances down 60-pct in December 2021,1/14/2022,Economy,Money printing has created a wide parallel exchange rate,Sri Lanka foreign remittances down 60-pct in December 2021 Money printing has created a wide parallel exchange rate,negative,-0.812128246
Sri Lanka sees tourist stays double in January 2022,1/14/2022,Business,"Aims for 100,000 tourists a month","Sri Lanka sees tourist stays double in January 2022 Aims for 100,000 tourists a month",positive,0.9401353
Sri Lanka bond yields close flat,1/13/2022,Markets,Moderate activity,Sri Lanka bond yields close flat Moderate activity,negative,-0.985688329
Sri Lanka stocks gain; foreigners leave after rating downgrade,1/13/2022,Markets,ASPI up 1.64%,Sri Lanka stocks gain; foreigners leave after rating downgrade ASPI up 1.64%,negative,-0.99105823
Sri Lanka cinemas to screen Japanese anime movies,1/13/2022,Arts and Culture,"Sri Lanka cinemas usually screen English, Sinhala, Tamil and Hindi films.","Sri Lanka cinemas to screen Japanese anime movies Sri Lanka cinemas usually screen English, Sinhala, Tamil and Hindi films.",positive,0.988083541
Sri Lanka power cuts Thursday after fuel fired plants down,1/13/2022,Energy,Load shedding of up to 1 hour 45 minutes,Sri Lanka power cuts Thursday after fuel fired plants down Load shedding of up to 1 hour 45 minutes,negative,-0.99811399
"India backs Sri Lanka with US$900mn in deferred payments, swap",1/13/2022,Economy,"US$500mn in deferred payments, US$400mn in RBI swap","India backs Sri Lanka with US$900mn in deferred payments, swap US$500mn in deferred payments, US$400mn in RBI swap",negative,-0.977430284
Inorganic fertilizer back in market next season; govt didn't support ban: minister,1/13/2022,Agriculture,"""I ruined my career of 32 years because of this. ""","Inorganic fertilizer back in market next season; govt didn't support ban: minister ""I ruined my career of 32 years because of this. """,negative,-0.998770416
Sri Lanka doctors urge child vaccination to prevent long COVID,1/13/2022,Health,"""Sometimes these children can get multi system inflammatory syndrome (MIS) due to COVID infection.""","Sri Lanka doctors urge child vaccination to prevent long COVID ""Sometimes these children can get multi system inflammatory syndrome (MIS) due to COVID infection.""",negative,-0.990849137
Sri Lanka's Litro Gas chairman may be changed: sources,1/13/2022,Consumer Affairs,Litro has been in the midst of gas explosion controversy and shortages,Sri Lanka's Litro Gas chairman may be changed: sources Litro has been in the midst of gas explosion controversy and shortages,negative,-0.995714128
"Sri Lanka US$6.9bn fx debt service in 2022, 39-pct owed to domestic holders",1/13/2022,Economy,Bonds to be repaid,"Sri Lanka US$6.9bn fx debt service in 2022, 39-pct owed to domestic holders Bonds to be repaid",negative,-0.970889091
US inflation hits 40 year high as Sri Lanka prices soar,1/13/2022,Economy,Highest since 1982 when Paul Volcker was taming the Great Inflation,US inflation hits 40 year high as Sri Lanka prices soar Highest since 1982 when Paul Volcker was taming the Great Inflation,negative,-0.626817465
Sri Lanka expects to grow 5.5-pct in 2022: CB Governor,1/13/2022,Economy,2021 growth expected around 4.0-5.0-pct,Sri Lanka expects to grow 5.5-pct in 2022: CB Governor 2021 growth expected around 4.0-5.0-pct,negative,-0.501022816
Sri Lanka disputes Standard and Poor's downgrade to 'CCC',1/12/2022,Economy,Says committed to honoring maturing debt,Sri Lanka disputes Standard and Poor's downgrade to 'CCC' Says committed to honoring maturing debt,negative,-0.98088181
Sri Lanka bond yields flat,1/12/2022,Markets,T-bills auction fully accepted ,Sri Lanka bond yields flat T-bills auction fully accepted ,negative,-0.985284984
"S&P downgrades Sri Lanka to CCC, outlook negative",1/12/2022,Economy,Debt restructuring would lead to a further downgrade,"S&P downgrades Sri Lanka to CCC, outlook negative Debt restructuring would lead to a further downgrade",negative,-0.999346912
Sri Lanka bourse edges up after two session losses; foreigners exit ahead of earnings,1/12/2022,Markets,ASPI gained 0.33%,Sri Lanka bourse edges up after two session losses; foreigners exit ahead of earnings ASPI gained 0.33%,negative,-0.994011939
Sri Lanka to purchase organic fertilizer from Chinese firm sued NPQS,1/12/2022,Agriculture,Colombo paid 6.9 million dollars to the Chinese firm ,Sri Lanka to purchase organic fertilizer from Chinese firm sued NPQS Colombo paid 6.9 million dollars to the Chinese firm ,negative,-0.988243401
Sri Lanka to relocate 42 families affected by floods,1/12/2022,Weather and Climate,"According to the statement, 1,558 families have been resettled under the programme so far.","Sri Lanka to relocate 42 families affected by floods According to the statement, 1,558 families have been resettled under the programme so far.",negative,-0.972691476
Sri Lanka must look ahead; past two years belong to opposition: PM,1/12/2022,Politics,"""The past two years belong to the opposition. The next three years belong to the government,"" said Rajapaksa.","Sri Lanka must look ahead; past two years belong to opposition: PM ""The past two years belong to the opposition. The next three years belong to the government,"" said Rajapaksa.",positive,0.967581987
Sri Lanka president appoints new vice chancellor at Colombo University,1/12/2022,Education,Karunaratne's appointment will come into effect on April 12.,Sri Lanka president appoints new vice chancellor at Colombo University Karunaratne's appointment will come into effect on April 12.,positive,0.993435025
Lady in red: Mysterious painting hidden behind a prominent Sri Lankan's portrait,1/12/2022,Arts and Culture,"Who she was, why she was painted and why she was eventually covered up, remains a mystery.","Lady in red: Mysterious painting hidden behind a prominent Sri Lankan's portrait Who she was, why she was painted and why she was eventually covered up, remains a mystery.",positive,0.994512558
Sri Lanka police identify two out of three bodies found in one day,1/12/2022,Crime,"Bodies were found in Bambalapitiya, Wellawatte and Kolonnawa, all densely populated areas.","Sri Lanka police identify two out of three bodies found in one day Bodies were found in Bambalapitiya, Wellawatte and Kolonnawa, all densely populated areas.",negative,-0.911839306
Sri Lanka may get new loan to make repayments to China: CB Governor,1/12/2022,Economy,We have an understanding that they would assist us in making the repayments,Sri Lanka may get new loan to make repayments to China: CB Governor We have an understanding that they would assist us in making the repayments,positive,0.979820311
Sri Lanka's CEB says Tuesday power cuts due to breakdown at Sojitz; no more interruptions,1/12/2022,Power,"""It was repaired yesterday itself in a matter of hours by the engineers,"" he said.","Sri Lanka's CEB says Tuesday power cuts due to breakdown at Sojitz; no more interruptions ""It was repaired yesterday itself in a matter of hours by the engineers,"" he said.",negative,-0.998660922
Sri Lanka to launch housing pilot project for low income groups; to be paid in installments,1/12/2022,Construction and Real Estate,The project aims to provide housing to lower income families who don’t own land and have to rent a house.,Sri Lanka to launch housing pilot project for low income groups; to be paid in installments The project aims to provide housing to lower income families who don’t own land and have to rent a house.,positive,0.625679553
"Sri Lanka watching inflation, borrowing program not changed: CB Governor",1/12/2022,Monetary,Inflation to moderate in the near term,"Sri Lanka watching inflation, borrowing program not changed: CB Governor Inflation to moderate in the near term",negative,-0.979506135
Sri Lanka's Jaffna is not the south of a third country: China envoy,1/12/2022,Political News,The visit created controvery,Sri Lanka's Jaffna is not the south of a third country: China envoy The visit created controvery,negative,-0.879287004
Sri Lanka expects to complete East Container Terminal by July 2024,1/12/2022,Economy,Work on West Terminal to begin soon,Sri Lanka expects to complete East Container Terminal by July 2024 Work on West Terminal to begin soon,positive,0.826993287
Sri Lanka stock index down for 2nd; earnings awaited,1/11/2022,Markets,ASPI fell 0.29%,Sri Lanka stock index down for 2nd; earnings awaited ASPI fell 0.29%,negative,-0.998881161
Sri Lanka bond yields remain flat,1/11/2022,Bonds & Forex,The debt office sold only 40 percent at the bond auction held today ,Sri Lanka bond yields remain flat The debt office sold only 40 percent at the bond auction held today ,negative,-0.999635935
Sri Lankan woman dies after jumping out of CID building while in custody,1/11/2022,Crime,"The woman, allegedly from the Kottawa area, had been evading arrest since 2017, police said.","Sri Lankan woman dies after jumping out of CID building while in custody The woman, allegedly from the Kottawa area, had been evading arrest since 2017, police said.",negative,-0.996399045
Sri Lanka sells Rs40bn in 3 to 9-year bonds,1/11/2022,Bonds & Forex,No maturities,Sri Lanka sells Rs40bn in 3 to 9-year bonds No maturities,negative,-0.569486141
China removes Sri Lanka state bank from blacklist after fertilizer payment,1/11/2022,International Relations,“The (blacklist) notice on the website of the Commercial Office is also removed.”,China removes Sri Lanka state bank from blacklist after fertilizer payment “The (blacklist) notice on the website of the Commercial Office is also removed.”,negative,-0.999374807
Nothing unusual about China's 800mn yuan grant to Sri Lanka: minister,1/11/2022,Economy,The island nation is currently going through one of the worst economic crises in its history.,Nothing unusual about China's 800mn yuan grant to Sri Lanka: minister The island nation is currently going through one of the worst economic crises in its history.,negative,-0.99936372
Sri Lanka's CEB says scheduled power outages unlikely in January,1/11/2022,Power,"""No matter what, we always maintain additional generators to provide power if anything breaks down.""","Sri Lanka's CEB says scheduled power outages unlikely in January ""No matter what, we always maintain additional generators to provide power if anything breaks down.""",negative,-0.993849695
Sri Lanka northern power project suspension queried by China envoy,1/11/2022,Energy,What is the signal this sends to the international investors,Sri Lanka northern power project suspension queried by China envoy What is the signal this sends to the international investors,positive,0.991718292
Sri Lanka cabinet nod for long-awaited animal welfare bill,1/11/2022,Animal Rights,Sri Lankan animal welfar activists have been pushing for the bill to be passed as soon as possible.,Sri Lanka cabinet nod for long-awaited animal welfare bill Sri Lankan animal welfar activists have been pushing for the bill to be passed as soon as possible.,negative,-0.962131798
Sri Lanka state firms to buy organic fertilizer from domestic producers,1/11/2022,Agriculture,Two-state fertilizer companies to start the procurement process using funds allocated for subsidized fertilizer.,Sri Lanka state firms to buy organic fertilizer from domestic producers Two-state fertilizer companies to start the procurement process using funds allocated for subsidized fertilizer.,negative,-0.992751956
Sri Lanka president revises several ministry functions; two state ministries axed,1/11/2022,Politics,The move effectively abolishes the two state ministries in question.,Sri Lanka president revises several ministry functions; two state ministries axed The move effectively abolishes the two state ministries in question.,negative,-0.988417923
Sri Lanka to set up state sugar factory in Moneragala,1/11/2022,Business,Says will boost domestic production,Sri Lanka to set up state sugar factory in Moneragala Says will boost domestic production,positive,0.999478877
"Sri Lanka to import 300,000 tonnes of rice as crop loss expected",1/11/2022,Economy,Nadu and Samba substitute,"Sri Lanka to import 300,000 tonnes of rice as crop loss expected Nadu and Samba substitute",negative,-0.986356735
SriLankan Airlines reports profit in December 2021,1/11/2022,Aviation,Profits at air transportation level,SriLankan Airlines reports profit in December 2021 Profits at air transportation level,positive,0.944426
Sri Lanka gold sales to boost liquid assets: Central Bank,1/11/2022,Economy,Gold reserves are 5.6 percent of total reserves,Sri Lanka gold sales to boost liquid assets: Central Bank Gold reserves are 5.6 percent of total reserves,positive,0.972697556
"Ceylon tea, gemstones have huge demand in China, says envoy",1/10/2022,Tea,Sri Lankan gemstones and tea sold out within seconds in China,"Ceylon tea, gemstones have huge demand in China, says envoy Sri Lankan gemstones and tea sold out within seconds in China",positive,0.996289611
Sri Lanka stocks bucks 8-session winning streak on profit-taking,1/10/2022,Markets,ASPI slipped 1.23% ,Sri Lanka stocks bucks 8-session winning streak on profit-taking ASPI slipped 1.23% ,negative,-0.970883131
Sri Lanka has acquired all COVID-19 jabs needed to vax population: SPC chief,1/10/2022,Health,Gunasena claimed the country's vaccine rollout is among the global top 10.,Sri Lanka has acquired all COVID-19 jabs needed to vax population: SPC chief Gunasena claimed the country's vaccine rollout is among the global top 10.,positive,0.988683879
Kids in Sri Lanka back to school amid vaccine rollout as threat of Omicron looms,1/10/2022,Uncategorized,The government announced its decision to vaccinate children aged 12 to 15 on December 05.,Kids in Sri Lanka back to school amid vaccine rollout as threat of Omicron looms The government announced its decision to vaccinate children aged 12 to 15 on December 05.,negative,-0.991137266
Sri Lankan medical students waiting to return to China to be prioritised: Wang Yi,1/10/2022,Education,"“I must share with you that the Chinese government has already listed Sri Lanka on the first batch.""","Sri Lankan medical students waiting to return to China to be prioritised: Wang Yi “I must share with you that the Chinese government has already listed Sri Lanka on the first batch.""",positive,0.738946438
Sri Lanka bond yields flat,1/10/2022,Bonds & Forex,Bond auction awaited,Sri Lanka bond yields flat Bond auction awaited,negative,-0.994434297
"Chinese envoy wants defence cooperation with Sri Lanka to keep region stable, prosperous",1/10/2022,Defence,“I think we (China and Sri Lanka) should and could do more in this field.”,"Chinese envoy wants defence cooperation with Sri Lanka to keep region stable, prosperous “I think we (China and Sri Lanka) should and could do more in this field.”",positive,0.982423186
SriLankan to operate codeshare flights with American Airlines,1/10/2022,Aviation,Adds Dallas-Fort Worth to route network,SriLankan to operate codeshare flights with American Airlines Adds Dallas-Fort Worth to route network,positive,0.970719874
Sri Lanka to get US$125mn equivalent grant from China on Wang Yi visit,1/10/2022,Economy,"Can be used for food, medicine and infrastructure","Sri Lanka to get US$125mn equivalent grant from China on Wang Yi visit Can be used for food, medicine and infrastructure",negative,-0.899771869
Sri Lanka former president promises new SLFP govt,1/10/2022,Politics,"“We shall form a government in the future with whoever joins us in this programme,” he said.","Sri Lanka former president promises new SLFP govt “We shall form a government in the future with whoever joins us in this programme,” he said.",positive,0.958293378
"China ready for 'new level' in Sri Lanka relations, expand strategic partnership: Wang Yi",1/10/2022,Economy,We should seek further synergy between our development strategies,"China ready for 'new level' in Sri Lanka relations, expand strategic partnership: Wang Yi We should seek further synergy between our development strategies",positive,0.97143203
Sri Lanka relief package may worsen budget problems: Moody's,1/10/2022,Economy,Deficit could be 9-10-pct of GDP,Sri Lanka relief package may worsen budget problems: Moody's Deficit could be 9-10-pct of GDP,negative,-0.99946636
"China's 10bn yuan swap with Sri Lanka is “unique”, says envoy",1/10/2022,Economy,It’s a strategic decision by the Chinese leader,"China's 10bn yuan swap with Sri Lanka is “unique”, says envoy It’s a strategic decision by the Chinese leader",positive,0.998600304
Chinese envoy responds to ruling Sri Lankan MP over letter to Xi Jinping,1/10/2022,International Relations,"“If the MP or some other people’s opinions are true, our relations would have strengthened to this high (sp)""","Chinese envoy responds to ruling Sri Lankan MP over letter to Xi Jinping “If the MP or some other people’s opinions are true, our relations would have strengthened to this high (sp)""",positive,0.688310802
Sri Lanka needs corrective economic package: Wijewardena,1/10/2022,Economy,Unless the bitter pill is taken Sri Lanka has no future,Sri Lanka needs corrective economic package: Wijewardena Unless the bitter pill is taken Sri Lanka has no future,negative,-0.993821084
Chinese envoy confident of Sri Lanka overcoming economic crisis,1/10/2022,Economy,I am positive and I am confident Sri Lankan people and Sri Lanka as a country can complete the task,Chinese envoy confident of Sri Lanka overcoming economic crisis I am positive and I am confident Sri Lankan people and Sri Lanka as a country can complete the task,positive,0.999858975
Sri Lanka Railways starts Mt Lavinia to Jaffna train with India support,1/10/2022,Ground,Another Indian firm is upgrading railway tracks between on the Maho-Anuradhapura-Omanthai track.,Sri Lanka Railways starts Mt Lavinia to Jaffna train with India support Another Indian firm is upgrading railway tracks between on the Maho-Anuradhapura-Omanthai track.,positive,0.535777569
China backs resumption of stalled FTA with Sri Lanka,1/9/2022,Economy,There was a very good discussion on the FTA as well as Comprehensive Economic and Technical Co-operation,China backs resumption of stalled FTA with Sri Lanka There was a very good discussion on the FTA as well as Comprehensive Economic and Technical Co-operation,positive,0.994652033
"Sri Lanka will have ""no default, disorderly or otherwise"": CB Governor",1/9/2022,Economy,Defaults have negative consequences,"Sri Lanka will have ""no default, disorderly or otherwise"": CB Governor Defaults have negative consequences",negative,-0.99124372
"India banks slash packing credit for Sri Lanka shipments, cuts risk limits",1/9/2022,Economy,Banks getting selective,"India banks slash packing credit for Sri Lanka shipments, cuts risk limits Banks getting selective",negative,-0.987921774
"Sri Lanka President seeks debt relief, import credit from China",1/9/2022,Economy,It would be a great relief to the country if the attention could be paid on restructuring the debt repayments,"Sri Lanka President seeks debt relief, import credit from China It would be a great relief to the country if the attention could be paid on restructuring the debt repayments",negative,-0.959898293
Sri Lanka's China-backed Hambantota tank farm Lloyd's Register certified,1/9/2022,Energy,Expects grown in 2022,Sri Lanka's China-backed Hambantota tank farm Lloyd's Register certified Expects grown in 2022,positive,0.990879536
"Sri Lanka minister defends payment in China organic fertilizer dispute, says no loss",1/9/2022,Agriculture,Fertilizer will come back,"Sri Lanka minister defends payment in China organic fertilizer dispute, says no loss Fertilizer will come back",positive,0.963971257
"China Foreign Minister arrives in Sri Lanka amid tested ties, forex crisis",1/9/2022,Political News,Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit comes as both China and Sri Lanka celebrate 65th year of their diplomatic relations,"China Foreign Minister arrives in Sri Lanka amid tested ties, forex crisis Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit comes as both China and Sri Lanka celebrate 65th year of their diplomatic relations",positive,0.997046769
Sri Lanka CB allays fears of expat workers,1/8/2022,Economy,Says dollars of foreign resident workers will not be converted,Sri Lanka CB allays fears of expat workers Says dollars of foreign resident workers will not be converted,negative,-0.993010819
Sri Lanka sells down monetary gold as forex reserves drop,1/8/2022,Economy,Country has not bought gold since 2014,Sri Lanka sells down monetary gold as forex reserves drop Country has not bought gold since 2014,negative,-0.986996412
Sri Lanka bank pays China fertilizer firm after court order lifted,1/8/2022,Banking,Ahead of visit by Chinese minister,Sri Lanka bank pays China fertilizer firm after court order lifted Ahead of visit by Chinese minister,negative,-0.908859313
Sri Lanka players back in cricket bubble after ban lifted,1/8/2022,Culture,A suspended ban to remain,Sri Lanka players back in cricket bubble after ban lifted A suspended ban to remain,positive,0.698754489
Sri Lanka's e-commerce retailer Kapruka Holdings Limited debuts trading on CSE,1/7/2022,Markets,"""I hope that the Kapruka story will encourage more and more tech companies to come to the market,"" Dulith Herath, ","Sri Lanka's e-commerce retailer Kapruka Holdings Limited debuts trading on CSE ""I hope that the Kapruka story will encourage more and more tech companies to come to the market,"" Dulith Herath, ",positive,0.991841316
Sri Lanka stocks up for 7th session despite worst foreign outflows in 4 months,1/7/2022,Markets,"ASPI ends at 13,280","Sri Lanka stocks up for 7th session despite worst foreign outflows in 4 months ASPI ends at 13,280",negative,-0.525773108
"Sri Lanka foreign reserves US$3,137mn in Dec, gold reserves down",1/7/2022,Economy,Gold reserves down to US$175mn from US$382mn,"Sri Lanka foreign reserves US$3,137mn in Dec, gold reserves down Gold reserves down to US$175mn from US$382mn",negative,-0.986293793
Sri Lanka president defends state minister dismissal,1/7/2022,Politics,“I don’t wish to fool the public and make cohabitation governments and increase these numbers.”,Sri Lanka president defends state minister dismissal “I don’t wish to fool the public and make cohabitation governments and increase these numbers.”,positive,0.965787828
Sri Lanka bakery owners warn of possible bread shortage,1/7/2022,Consumer Affairs,"“People might not be able to buy bread even if they stand in queues,” said Jayawardena.","Sri Lanka bakery owners warn of possible bread shortage “People might not be able to buy bread even if they stand in queues,” said Jayawardena.",negative,-0.995633066
"Sri Lanka seeks more Korean aid, offers special investment zone",1/7/2022,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka seeks more Korean aid, offers special investment zone .",negative,-0.925925076
Sri Lanka bond yields flat at close,1/7/2022,Bonds & Forex,50 billion rupees to be sold at an auction on January 11,Sri Lanka bond yields flat at close 50 billion rupees to be sold at an auction on January 11,negative,-0.998858213
"Sri Lanka welcomes 194,000 tourists in 2021 amid rebound hopes",1/7/2022,Tourism,"In the first four days of January 2022 11,380 tourists had arrived in the island","Sri Lanka welcomes 194,000 tourists in 2021 amid rebound hopes In the first four days of January 2022 11,380 tourists had arrived in the island",positive,0.997558713
Power outages on the cards in Sri Lanka as CEB struggles to pay for furnace oil: unions,1/7/2022,Power,One union leader on Friday (07) asked CEB’s consumers to find candles.,Power outages on the cards in Sri Lanka as CEB struggles to pay for furnace oil: unions One union leader on Friday (07) asked CEB’s consumers to find candles.,negative,-0.990624845
US singer Cher takes aim at Sri Lanka elephant orphanage,1/7/2022,Miscellaneous,Cher had previously helped move a Sri Lanka elephant from a zoo in Pakistan to Cambodia,US singer Cher takes aim at Sri Lanka elephant orphanage Cher had previously helped move a Sri Lanka elephant from a zoo in Pakistan to Cambodia,negative,-0.833920598
Sri Lanka Air Force sets up 24/7 vaccination centre at Colombo int'l airport,1/7/2022,Health,Around 4.2 million have been given the Pfizer jab as a booster dose so far.,Sri Lanka Air Force sets up 24/7 vaccination centre at Colombo int'l airport Around 4.2 million have been given the Pfizer jab as a booster dose so far.,negative,-0.996295273
Sri Lanka releasing dollars for essential items: CB Governor,1/7/2022,Economy,A 15 million dollar tranche this week,Sri Lanka releasing dollars for essential items: CB Governor A 15 million dollar tranche this week,negative,-0.988646805
Sri Lanka farmgate rough rice prices sharply up: millers,1/7/2022,Agriculture,Market paddy prices have reached Rs95,Sri Lanka farmgate rough rice prices sharply up: millers Market paddy prices have reached Rs95,negative,-0.971455991
Sri Lanka signs Trinco oil tank farm deal with India's LIOC,1/6/2022,Economy,“The agreement will be submitted to the cabinet on January 10 and to the parliament on January 18.”,Sri Lanka signs Trinco oil tank farm deal with India's LIOC “The agreement will be submitted to the cabinet on January 10 and to the parliament on January 18.”,negative,-0.881179512
Sri Lanka stocks gain for 6th straight session amid foreign selling,1/6/2022,Markets,.,Sri Lanka stocks gain for 6th straight session amid foreign selling .,negative,-0.973176003
Sri Lanka health authorities worried over booster hesitancy as Omicron spreads,1/6/2022,Health,"""People were informed and were motivated to get the elderly population jabbed when vaccine was first available.""","Sri Lanka health authorities worried over booster hesitancy as Omicron spreads ""People were informed and were motivated to get the elderly population jabbed when vaccine was first available.""",negative,-0.998014927
Sacked Sri Lanka minister wants probe on state spying claim,1/6/2022,Defence,It is a serious claim ,Sacked Sri Lanka minister wants probe on state spying claim It is a serious claim ,negative,-0.992245972
Sri Lanka to vaccinate children aged 12-15 against COVID-19 from Friday (07),1/6/2022,Health,"""I hope the public seizes this opportunity and aids us in our fight against the pandemic,"" the minister tweeted.","Sri Lanka to vaccinate children aged 12-15 against COVID-19 from Friday (07) ""I hope the public seizes this opportunity and aids us in our fight against the pandemic,"" the minister tweeted.",positive,0.969329536
Sri Lanka health authorities fear spike in cases as Omicron spread accelerates,1/6/2022,Health,"""We urge the public not to postpone vaccination. Get your jab at the right time,"" he said.","Sri Lanka health authorities fear spike in cases as Omicron spread accelerates ""We urge the public not to postpone vaccination. Get your jab at the right time,"" he said.",negative,-0.987138271
"Sri Lanka targets 2.5mn tourists, 300,000 expat workers in 2022",1/6/2022,Economy,Recovery from 2020 downturn,"Sri Lanka targets 2.5mn tourists, 300,000 expat workers in 2022 Recovery from 2020 downturn",negative,-0.846770465
Sri Lanka has earmarked funds for US$500mn ISB in January: CB Governor,1/6/2022,Economy,About  170 million dollars held by domestic investor,Sri Lanka has earmarked funds for US$500mn ISB in January: CB Governor About  170 million dollars held by domestic investor,negative,-0.95406574
"Sri Lanka, Qatar central bank governors meet",1/6/2022,Economy,"Says ""excellent discussion on the way forward""","Sri Lanka, Qatar central bank governors meet Says ""excellent discussion on the way forward""",positive,0.999800146
Sri Lanka Easter bombings suspect dies in hospital,1/5/2022,Health,He was admitted to the Colombo National Hospital on December 01,Sri Lanka Easter bombings suspect dies in hospital He was admitted to the Colombo National Hospital on December 01,negative,-0.990930498
Saltwater croc that attacked Sri Lankan man at sea spotted again in canal,1/5/2022,Accident,"“This is an extremely unfortunate occurrence, but not something that happens often, or can be predicted.""","Saltwater croc that attacked Sri Lankan man at sea spotted again in canal “This is an extremely unfortunate occurrence, but not something that happens often, or can be predicted.""",negative,-0.993123472
Sri Lanka police apprehend teen suspects behind TikTok murder,1/5/2022,Crime,The suspects are residents of Colombo 15 and Dehiaththakandiya.,Sri Lanka police apprehend teen suspects behind TikTok murder The suspects are residents of Colombo 15 and Dehiaththakandiya.,negative,-0.813073695
Sri Lanka labour minister fails to hike parallel exchange rate for migrant workers,1/5/2022,Economy,Minister had proposed a parallel exchange rate of 240.,Sri Lanka labour minister fails to hike parallel exchange rate for migrant workers Minister had proposed a parallel exchange rate of 240.,negative,-0.999283373
Sri Lanka stock index hits new peak in strong turnover,1/5/2022,Markets,"ASPI crossed 13,000 on Wednesday","Sri Lanka stock index hits new peak in strong turnover ASPI crossed 13,000 on Wednesday",positive,0.994164169
Sri Lanka Police to import 750 Mahindra jeeps from India,1/5/2022,Economy,Vehicle imports are currently banned,Sri Lanka Police to import 750 Mahindra jeeps from India Vehicle imports are currently banned,negative,-0.998375416
Sri Lanka to import 500 buses from India's Ashok Leyland,1/5/2022,Economy,The relatively small buses will be deployed in rural areas,Sri Lanka to import 500 buses from India's Ashok Leyland The relatively small buses will be deployed in rural areas,negative,-0.921112359
"Sri Lanka stocks surge 7 pct so far in 2022, new daily gain",1/5/2022,Markets,"Low interest rates, depreciation expectations","Sri Lanka stocks surge 7 pct so far in 2022, new daily gain Low interest rates, depreciation expectations",negative,-0.9548406
"Sri Lanka Treasuries yield edge up, all bills sold",1/5/2022,Bonds & Forex,Most of the sales were in 3-month bills,"Sri Lanka Treasuries yield edge up, all bills sold Most of the sales were in 3-month bills",negative,-0.886205912
Sri Lanka former health minister tests positive for COVID-19,1/5/2022,Health,Close contact of Seneratne have also been directed to home quarantine.,Sri Lanka former health minister tests positive for COVID-19 Close contact of Seneratne have also been directed to home quarantine.,negative,-0.994649351
Sri Lanka's northern fishermen switch to China-backed sea cucumber boom,1/5/2022,Economy,Over 600 fishermen have now started sea cucumber farming after they saw the potential for a steady income.,Sri Lanka's northern fishermen switch to China-backed sea cucumber boom Over 600 fishermen have now started sea cucumber farming after they saw the potential for a steady income.,positive,0.975093901
Sri Lanka inflation soars as Modern Monetary Theory demon roars,1/5/2022,Economy,Over the past two years the food sub-index has risen 33 - pct ,Sri Lanka inflation soars as Modern Monetary Theory demon roars Over the past two years the food sub-index has risen 33 - pct ,negative,-0.791671336
Sri Lanka clears draft law for special GST,1/5/2022,Economy,"Special GST will be on liquor, cigarettes, telecommunications, betting and gaming and vehicles, ","Sri Lanka clears draft law for special GST Special GST will be on liquor, cigarettes, telecommunications, betting and gaming and vehicles, ",negative,-0.85137558
Sri Lanka inflation will get worse if money is printed for relief: Harsha,1/5/2022,Economy,"If money is printed to accommodate salary increases, inflation will go up along with wages","Sri Lanka inflation will get worse if money is printed for relief: Harsha If money is printed to accommodate salary increases, inflation will go up along with wages",negative,-0.999012232
Sri Lanka stocks end at new high after govt's relief package; foreigners exit,1/4/2022,Markets,"ASPI crossed 12,800","Sri Lanka stocks end at new high after govt's relief package; foreigners exit ASPI crossed 12,800",negative,-0.990693986
Teenage boy in Sri Lanka stabbed to death over TikTok video,1/4/2022,Crime,"The victim was attacked Monday (03) on Madampitiya Lane in Grandpass, Colombo,","Teenage boy in Sri Lanka stabbed to death over TikTok video The victim was attacked Monday (03) on Madampitiya Lane in Grandpass, Colombo,",negative,-0.993836105
Govt invites all Sri Lankans to grow vegetables as food prices soar; offers inputs,1/4/2022,Agriculture,"An allowance of 10,000 rupees will be made available for those interested per the extent of the land up to one acre.","Govt invites all Sri Lankans to grow vegetables as food prices soar; offers inputs An allowance of 10,000 rupees will be made available for those interested per the extent of the land up to one acre.",positive,0.974156439
"Fired Sri Lanka minister says removal a blessing, symbolic of economic mismanagement",1/4/2022,Politics,"“I have a job. From tomorrow, I’ll start going to the courts,” he said.","Fired Sri Lanka minister says removal a blessing, symbolic of economic mismanagement “I have a job. From tomorrow, I’ll start going to the courts,” he said.",positive,0.978552639
Sri Lanka expects to ink tank deal with India next week as cabinet nod given: Minister,1/4/2022,Economy,"The company will be subject to government scrutiny and can be questioned by parliament committees, he said.","Sri Lanka expects to ink tank deal with India next week as cabinet nod given: Minister The company will be subject to government scrutiny and can be questioned by parliament committees, he said.",negative,-0.979513347
Sri Lanka central bank goes US$1.6bn in to the red in Nov 2021,1/4/2022,Economy,The Central Banks' reserve related liabilities started exceed assets from September,Sri Lanka central bank goes US$1.6bn in to the red in Nov 2021 The Central Banks' reserve related liabilities started exceed assets from September,negative,-0.981337428
Sri Lanka president sacks state minister deemed critical of govt,1/4/2022,Politics,Rathnayaka confirmed the dismissal Tuesday (04) morning on Twitter.,Sri Lanka president sacks state minister deemed critical of govt Rathnayaka confirmed the dismissal Tuesday (04) morning on Twitter.,negative,-0.98974973
Sri Lanka unveils handouts of 10-pct of projected revenue as inflation rages,1/4/2022,Economy,No taxes planned says Finance Minister,Sri Lanka unveils handouts of 10-pct of projected revenue as inflation rages No taxes planned says Finance Minister,negative,-0.931590915
Sri Lanka's Alliance Finance gets US$5mn from EMF Microfinance Fund,1/4/2022,Banking,After FMO funding,Sri Lanka's Alliance Finance gets US$5mn from EMF Microfinance Fund After FMO funding,negative,-0.98534447
"Sri Lanka to raise state salaries, pensions, agriculture subsidies",1/3/2022,Economy,"Plantations workers to get subsidized wheat, higher prices for rice","Sri Lanka to raise state salaries, pensions, agriculture subsidies Plantations workers to get subsidized wheat, higher prices for rice",negative,-0.705062151
"Focus on minimising spread, not variants, Sri Lanka health officials say as Omicron cases rise",1/3/2022,Health,"""There is no use going behind a number now since it is already in the country.""","Focus on minimising spread, not variants, Sri Lanka health officials say as Omicron cases rise ""There is no use going behind a number now since it is already in the country.""",negative,-0.992981911
Sri Lanka railway strike results in Rs 25 million loss due to free rides; TUs warns of more strikes,1/3/2022,Transport,"“We will wait until changes are made, but if things don't turn around we will have to take union action again.”","Sri Lanka railway strike results in Rs 25 million loss due to free rides; TUs warns of more strikes “We will wait until changes are made, but if things don't turn around we will have to take union action again.”",negative,-0.998880923
Sri Lankan man drowns in crocodile attack at sea,1/3/2022,Accident,"“This is an unprecedented event. There have been no such incidents recorded in the past.""","Sri Lankan man drowns in crocodile attack at sea “This is an unprecedented event. There have been no such incidents recorded in the past.""",negative,-0.985570669
Sputnik jab dashes hopes of Sri Lankans looking to go abroad; encouraged to get Pfizer,1/3/2022,Health,"""As far as the pandemic is concerned, at that time we had some relief and some kind of redress for that,""","Sputnik jab dashes hopes of Sri Lankans looking to go abroad; encouraged to get Pfizer ""As far as the pandemic is concerned, at that time we had some relief and some kind of redress for that,""",positive,0.861162603
Sri Lanka bourse hits fresh record high on first session of new year,1/3/2022,Markets,"ASPI crossed 12,600 points ","Sri Lanka bourse hits fresh record high on first session of new year ASPI crossed 12,600 points ",positive,0.999230146
Sri Lanka orders housing loans to be given at prime lending rate,1/3/2022,Banking,After 5 years AWPR plus 200bp,Sri Lanka orders housing loans to be given at prime lending rate After 5 years AWPR plus 200bp,negative,-0.963095069
Sri Lanka prints Rs113bn in November 2021 maintaining forex shortages,1/3/2022,Economy,"Private credit grew 60 billion in November, up from 35 billion in October","Sri Lanka prints Rs113bn in November 2021 maintaining forex shortages Private credit grew 60 billion in November, up from 35 billion in October",negative,-0.778645813
Sri Lanka prime minister's office quashes resignation speculation,1/3/2022,Politics,"“I vehemently reject such fabrications that mislead the public,” he said.","Sri Lanka prime minister's office quashes resignation speculation “I vehemently reject such fabrications that mislead the public,” he said.",negative,-0.981062114
Sri Lanka's Laugfs says unable to import cooking gas due to dollar shortage,1/3/2022,Consumer Affairs,"""We are talking to all the banks, even Samurdhi banks, to see if they can give us dollars.""","Sri Lanka's Laugfs says unable to import cooking gas due to dollar shortage ""We are talking to all the banks, even Samurdhi banks, to see if they can give us dollars.""",negative,-0.99835217
Sri Lanka delays vaccination card mandate owing to technical challenge,1/3/2022,Health,"“We have looked at alternatives to make it easier,” he said.","Sri Lanka delays vaccination card mandate owing to technical challenge “We have looked at alternatives to make it easier,” he said.",negative,-0.993587971
"Sri Lanka's JKH, Central Finance asks for more time to cut NTB stake",1/3/2022,Banking,Deadline to cut stake to 20-pct Dec 31,"Sri Lanka's JKH, Central Finance asks for more time to cut NTB stake Deadline to cut stake to 20-pct Dec 31",negative,-0.997825503
"Sri Lanka's JVP economic pillars questioned as forex shortages, default risks worsen",1/2/2022,Economy,"Giving lifetime jobs and pensions to unemployed graduates, fuel subsidies, anti-privatization became key policies","Sri Lanka's JVP economic pillars questioned as forex shortages, default risks worsen Giving lifetime jobs and pensions to unemployed graduates, fuel subsidies, anti-privatization became key policies",negative,-0.962977171
Sri Lanka slaps price controls on forex swaps despite tight dollar liquidity,1/2/2022,Bonds & Forex,Ceiling implied dollar rate controlled at 10-pct,Sri Lanka slaps price controls on forex swaps despite tight dollar liquidity Ceiling implied dollar rate controlled at 10-pct,negative,-0.997687697
Sri Lanka central bank controls dollar deposit rates amid currency crisis,1/2/2022,Banking,To be 150bp below 364-day T-bill yield,Sri Lanka central bank controls dollar deposit rates amid currency crisis To be 150bp below 364-day T-bill yield,negative,-0.984889567
Sri Lanka shipping agents seek dollarized payments amid forex trouble,1/2/2022,Economy,Delays in making payments to shipping lines in dollars,Sri Lanka shipping agents seek dollarized payments amid forex trouble Delays in making payments to shipping lines in dollars,negative,-0.99681735
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus vaccinates 63-pct of population, 18-pct gets third dose",1/2/2022,Health,Pfizer rolled out as third dose,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus vaccinates 63-pct of population, 18-pct gets third dose Pfizer rolled out as third dose",negative,-0.983045101
Sri Lanka President expects to overcome challenges in 2022,1/1/2022,Defence,I am confident that the New Year will provide an opportunity to further the steps,Sri Lanka President expects to overcome challenges in 2022 I am confident that the New Year will provide an opportunity to further the steps,positive,0.999726832
Sri Lanka 2021 inflation hits 12.1-pct,1/1/2022,Economy,Colombo inflation at a 13-year high,Sri Lanka 2021 inflation hits 12.1-pct Colombo inflation at a 13-year high,negative,-0.98219347
Sri Lanka bourse gain 80 pct in 2021; sees highest IPO,12/31/2021,Markets,.,Sri Lanka bourse gain 80 pct in 2021; sees highest IPO .,positive,0.921595037
"Sri Lanka Hela Clothing seeks  Rs.4 bln via IPO to expand, settle debts",12/31/2021,Markets,.,"Sri Lanka Hela Clothing seeks  Rs.4 bln via IPO to expand, settle debts .",negative,-0.99693799
"Sri Lanka's Litro gas to add 180,000 cooking gas cylinders to market",12/31/2021,Consumer Affairs,More than 800 cooking gas explosions have been recorded in Sri Lanka since October 2021.,"Sri Lanka's Litro gas to add 180,000 cooking gas cylinders to market More than 800 cooking gas explosions have been recorded in Sri Lanka since October 2021.",negative,-0.95391506
Sri Lanka detects 41 new Omicron cases; expert believes most from abroad,12/31/2021,Health,So far Sri Lanka detected 45 Omicron infections in the country.,Sri Lanka detects 41 new Omicron cases; expert believes most from abroad So far Sri Lanka detected 45 Omicron infections in the country.,negative,-0.845959425
Sri Lanka to lease 14 tanks to India Oil unit for 50-years,12/31/2021,Energy,24 for exclusive use of Ceylon Petroleum Corporation,Sri Lanka to lease 14 tanks to India Oil unit for 50-years 24 for exclusive use of Ceylon Petroleum Corporation,negative,-0.965330601
2021 recapped,12/31/2021,Economy,"EconomyNext would like to wish our readers a happy New Year, as we look back at the one we’re about to leave behind.","2021 recapped EconomyNext would like to wish our readers a happy New Year, as we look back at the one we’re about to leave behind.",positive,0.999379873
"Sri Lanka BOP problems cannot be solved by rationing, import quotas: Advocata",12/31/2021,Economy,Monetary problems cannot be solved by import quotas and rationing,"Sri Lanka BOP problems cannot be solved by rationing, import quotas: Advocata Monetary problems cannot be solved by import quotas and rationing",negative,-0.998964429
"Sri Lanka milk powder prices up by Rs150, milk tea under pressure",12/31/2021,Economy,Canteen owners balk at selling milt tea,"Sri Lanka milk powder prices up by Rs150, milk tea under pressure Canteen owners balk at selling milt tea",negative,-0.99468708
Sri Lanka stocks gain after jump in forex reserves; but foreigners exit ,12/30/2021,Markets,.,Sri Lanka stocks gain after jump in forex reserves; but foreigners exit  .,negative,-0.99508971
Sri Lanka's monthly tourist arrivals highest in 20 months,12/30/2021,Tourism,"India has remained the key source market in December with 19,574 Indians visiting the country.","Sri Lanka's monthly tourist arrivals highest in 20 months India has remained the key source market in December with 19,574 Indians visiting the country.",positive,0.996336818
"Forex shortage, rating downgrade force Sri Lanka's sole oil refinery to close in Jan",12/30/2021,Economy,"However, the ministry assured consumers that there will not be a fuel shortage due to the closure.","Forex shortage, rating downgrade force Sri Lanka's sole oil refinery to close in Jan However, the ministry assured consumers that there will not be a fuel shortage due to the closure.",positive,0.933741331
Sri Lanka fails to sell 50-pct of bonds at final auction as rates rise,12/30/2021,Bonds & Forex,Estimated Rs150bn in coupons and maturities,Sri Lanka fails to sell 50-pct of bonds at final auction as rates rise Estimated Rs150bn in coupons and maturities,negative,-0.999652267
Sri Lanka athlete wins four gold medals at Asian weightlifting championship,12/30/2021,Sports,"Dishalya won gold in the 47kg weight class in dead lift, bench press and squat events.","Sri Lanka athlete wins four gold medals at Asian weightlifting championship Dishalya won gold in the 47kg weight class in dead lift, bench press and squat events.",positive,0.999044716
Sri Lanka Colombo port container volumes surge in November,12/30/2021,Logistics,Transshipment and domestic volumes up,Sri Lanka Colombo port container volumes surge in November Transshipment and domestic volumes up,positive,0.835304499
"Sri Lanka minister wants IMF bailout, hints at letting national carrier go",12/29/2021,Economy,"“Of course, we need to not accept every condition put forward by the IMF,” said Amaraweera.","Sri Lanka minister wants IMF bailout, hints at letting national carrier go “Of course, we need to not accept every condition put forward by the IMF,” said Amaraweera.",negative,-0.997388303
"Reveal inflow source for forex reserves boost, Sri Lanka opposition tells govt",12/29/2021,Economy,"“Did this come from Dubai, China or was the March 21 swap cashed? Tell us so we know,” he said.","Reveal inflow source for forex reserves boost, Sri Lanka opposition tells govt “Did this come from Dubai, China or was the March 21 swap cashed? Tell us so we know,” he said.",negative,-0.995833755
Sri Lanka stock index ends steady after CB says reserves up,12/29/2021,Markets,.,Sri Lanka stock index ends steady after CB says reserves up .,positive,0.811566889
Sri Lanka Treasuries yield up across maturities,12/29/2021,Bonds & Forex,Mostly 3-month bills sold,Sri Lanka Treasuries yield up across maturities Mostly 3-month bills sold,negative,-0.993480682
"Prospects of swap, US$1.5bn India credits get closer after Sri Lanka minister comments",12/29/2021,Energy,The credits could be unlocked following a 'gesture of goodwill',"Prospects of swap, US$1.5bn India credits get closer after Sri Lanka minister comments The credits could be unlocked following a 'gesture of goodwill'",negative,-0.95613265
Scaremongering has led to booster hesitation in Sri Lanka: doctors union,12/29/2021,Health,"“This is a very unfortunate situation,” he said.","Scaremongering has led to booster hesitation in Sri Lanka: doctors union “This is a very unfortunate situation,” he said.",negative,-0.995779157
High-flying Belgian-British teenager on world record attempt stops in Sri Lanka,12/29/2021,Lifestyle,"Rutherford is aiming to break the Guinness World Record as the youngest woman to fly around the world,","High-flying Belgian-British teenager on world record attempt stops in Sri Lanka Rutherford is aiming to break the Guinness World Record as the youngest woman to fly around the world,",positive,0.9970783
Sri Lanka foreign reserves reach US$3.1bn by Dec 29: CB Governor,12/29/2021,Economy,Says expected remain at that level,Sri Lanka foreign reserves reach US$3.1bn by Dec 29: CB Governor Says expected remain at that level,negative,-0.986589789
Sri Lanka central bank T-bill stock reaches Rs1.9trn amid sterilized interventions,12/29/2021,Economy,Overnight injections reach Rs 450 billion ,Sri Lanka central bank T-bill stock reaches Rs1.9trn amid sterilized interventions Overnight injections reach Rs 450 billion ,negative,-0.983867884
Sri Lanka SEC set up committee with CSE for central counter party,12/28/2021,Bonds & Forex,It was also decided to have a close dialogue with the Central Bank of Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka SEC set up committee with CSE for central counter party It was also decided to have a close dialogue with the Central Bank of Sri Lanka,negative,-0.903253973
Sri Lanka stocks down amid tight forex liquidity and foreigners exit,12/28/2021,Markets,.,Sri Lanka stocks down amid tight forex liquidity and foreigners exit .,negative,-0.999038815
Sri Lanka to investigate private domestic carrier after emergency landings,12/28/2021,Aviation,A Sakurai-owned light aircraft made two emergency landings in one week owing to technical failures.,Sri Lanka to investigate private domestic carrier after emergency landings A Sakurai-owned light aircraft made two emergency landings in one week owing to technical failures.,negative,-0.995461881
Bangladesh Bank renews Sri Lanka forex loan by three months,12/28/2021,Economy,"“Our assessment is that the Sri Lanka would use the fund for at least nine months,” a BB official said.","Bangladesh Bank renews Sri Lanka forex loan by three months “Our assessment is that the Sri Lanka would use the fund for at least nine months,” a BB official said.",negative,-0.944101572
"Sri Lanka CEB running low on fuel, power cuts loom amid money printing",12/28/2021,Energy,Power cuts loom,"Sri Lanka CEB running low on fuel, power cuts loom amid money printing Power cuts loom",negative,-0.998813391
"Sri Lanka bond yields down after spike, forex tight",12/28/2021,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka bond yields down after spike, forex tight .",positive,0.672330737
"Sri Lanka forex shortages reaching electricity sector, CPC asks CEB to settle debt",12/28/2021,Energy,CEB owes CEB Rs91bn,"Sri Lanka forex shortages reaching electricity sector, CPC asks CEB to settle debt CEB owes CEB Rs91bn",negative,-0.995289445
China president wishes Sri Lanka counterpart for New Year amid fertilizer hullabaloo,12/27/2021,International Relations,Jinping’s message also follows Ambassador Zhenhong’s a high profile visit to the formerly war-torn Jaffna.,China president wishes Sri Lanka counterpart for New Year amid fertilizer hullabaloo Jinping’s message also follows Ambassador Zhenhong’s a high profile visit to the formerly war-torn Jaffna.,positive,0.993391275
Defence ministry vetting foreign spouses: Sri Lanka lawyer goes to human rights body,12/27/2021,Legal,"""This is absurd and I honestly don’t understand what they are trying to do with it,"" he said.","Defence ministry vetting foreign spouses: Sri Lanka lawyer goes to human rights body ""This is absurd and I honestly don’t understand what they are trying to do with it,"" he said.",negative,-0.99833554
Sri Lanka shuts three foreign missions to save forex after printing money,12/27/2021,Political News,To conserve the country’s 'much needed foreign reserves',Sri Lanka shuts three foreign missions to save forex after printing money To conserve the country’s 'much needed foreign reserves',negative,-0.999465525
Sri Lanka bank dollar surrender rule hiked to 25-pct,12/27/2021,Economy,The rule will be effective from December 27,Sri Lanka bank dollar surrender rule hiked to 25-pct The rule will be effective from December 27,negative,-0.970574677
Sri Lanka to sign deal with India in Jan to develop Trinco oil tank farms: report,12/27/2021,International Relations,"""We are now very close to finalising the terms of the Trincomalee project with India.""","Sri Lanka to sign deal with India in Jan to develop Trinco oil tank farms: report ""We are now very close to finalising the terms of the Trincomalee project with India.""",negative,-0.860307872
Bhutanese women seek leadership roles,12/27/2021,Gender Issues,"Bhutan is matrilineal, but the women are still in the kitchen","Bhutanese women seek leadership roles Bhutan is matrilineal, but the women are still in the kitchen",negative,-0.716690421
"Sri Lanka cabinet divided on IMF, more discussions at next meeting Minister",12/27/2021,Economy,"There is no hardline against going to the IMF. Some are saying to go, others are saying not to go","Sri Lanka cabinet divided on IMF, more discussions at next meeting Minister There is no hardline against going to the IMF. Some are saying to go, others are saying not to go",positive,0.934529006
"Sri Lanka offers dollar bonds at fixed rates to exporters, expat workers",12/27/2021,Bonds & Forex,The minimum investment is 1000 US dollars,"Sri Lanka offers dollar bonds at fixed rates to exporters, expat workers The minimum investment is 1000 US dollars",positive,0.564624012
"Sri Lanka defence ministry to vet foreign spouses of citizens, series of new controls: report",12/27/2021,Logistics,Church marriages will also have to get pre-approval from the Defence Ministry to solemnize a marriage,"Sri Lanka defence ministry to vet foreign spouses of citizens, series of new controls: report Church marriages will also have to get pre-approval from the Defence Ministry to solemnize a marriage",negative,-0.994825482
Sri Lanka economic tsunami disproportionately hitting poor: Eran,12/26/2021,Economy,Controls will lead to more negative fallouts like under-invoicing,Sri Lanka economic tsunami disproportionately hitting poor: Eran Controls will lead to more negative fallouts like under-invoicing,negative,-0.999483109
Sri Lanka's Alliance Finance gets second tranche of Dutch dollar credit,12/26/2021,Banking,"The funds will be on-lent to micro, small and medium enterprises ","Sri Lanka's Alliance Finance gets second tranche of Dutch dollar credit The funds will be on-lent to micro, small and medium enterprises ",negative,-0.932070792
Sri Lanka exporters try to keep dollars out amid rising depreciation risk,12/25/2021,Economy,"Exporters try to get more dollars, avoid monetary expropriation","Sri Lanka exporters try to keep dollars out amid rising depreciation risk Exporters try to get more dollars, avoid monetary expropriation",negative,-0.998582363
Sri Lanka Christmas cake hit by high inflation,12/25/2021,Economy,Prices accelerate faster in recent years,Sri Lanka Christmas cake hit by high inflation Prices accelerate faster in recent years,negative,-0.918026447
Sri Lanka terms of trade improve amid currency troubles,12/25/2021,Economy,Export prices surge,Sri Lanka terms of trade improve amid currency troubles Export prices surge,positive,0.84616816
Sri Lanka shares hit fresh peak; foreigners sell   ,12/24/2021,Markets,"ASPI crossed 12,000 points","Sri Lanka shares hit fresh peak; foreigners sell    ASPI crossed 12,000 points",positive,0.997821093
"Sri Lanka and Nepal eye construction links, building material trade",12/24/2021,Business,Participants have expressed their interest to continue further dialogue ,"Sri Lanka and Nepal eye construction links, building material trade Participants have expressed their interest to continue further dialogue ",positive,0.988435388
Sri Lanka extends parallel exchange rate for expat workers,12/24/2021,Economy,Extension after an improvement seen in December,Sri Lanka extends parallel exchange rate for expat workers Extension after an improvement seen in December,positive,0.932663023
Sri Lanka interbank dollar funding costs shoot towards 50-pct,12/24/2021,Bonds & Forex,Spot/1 month dollar rupee swaps were quoted at around -800/-750 cents with business done at -775 cents,Sri Lanka interbank dollar funding costs shoot towards 50-pct Spot/1 month dollar rupee swaps were quoted at around -800/-750 cents with business done at -775 cents,negative,-0.99432534
Sri Lanka BOP deficit rises US$3.2bn in October 2021 in new record,12/24/2021,Economy,Money printing was then ratcheted up in February 2020 under so-called 'Modern Monetary Theory,Sri Lanka BOP deficit rises US$3.2bn in October 2021 in new record Money printing was then ratcheted up in February 2020 under so-called 'Modern Monetary Theory,negative,-0.993841529
Dolphin Detail,12/24/2021,Animal Rights,In deep with Lanka’s Bottlenose buddies.,Dolphin Detail In deep with Lanka’s Bottlenose buddies.,positive,0.992068052
"Sri Lanka Christians brace for dull Christmas as high living costs, gas explosions bite",12/23/2021,Uncategorized,Vijitha's four walls painted a cheerful orange do not reflect the mood within.,"Sri Lanka Christians brace for dull Christmas as high living costs, gas explosions bite Vijitha's four walls painted a cheerful orange do not reflect the mood within.",negative,-0.999415398
"Sri Lanka stocks hit fresh record high; LIOC up on expanding storage, sales speculation   ",12/23/2021,Markets,ASPI gained 1.16 percent,"Sri Lanka stocks hit fresh record high; LIOC up on expanding storage, sales speculation    ASPI gained 1.16 percent",positive,0.996067226
"Sri Lanka premier Mahinda Rajapaksa on two-day pilgrimage to Tirupati, India",12/23/2021,Culture,"The premier, who had last visited the site in February 2020 is expected to worship at the temple Friday morning.","Sri Lanka premier Mahinda Rajapaksa on two-day pilgrimage to Tirupati, India The premier, who had last visited the site in February 2020 is expected to worship at the temple Friday morning.",positive,0.997718692
Sri Lanka rupee dollar swap discounts jump amid forex crisis,12/23/2021,Economy,Banks are generating dollars through swaps at rates in excess of 30-pct,Sri Lanka rupee dollar swap discounts jump amid forex crisis Banks are generating dollars through swaps at rates in excess of 30-pct,negative,-0.881845474
14-year-old girl in Sri Lanka beaten to death over purported teen romance,12/22/2021,Crime,The girl was allegedly beaten to death by her father and uncle over a purported romantic relationship.,14-year-old girl in Sri Lanka beaten to death over purported teen romance The girl was allegedly beaten to death by her father and uncle over a purported romantic relationship.,negative,-0.997627676
Sri Lanka agriculture ministry secy removed hours after food shortage comments,12/22/2021,Agriculture,"“We do not wish to cover up the issue and offer deceptive answers,” he said.","Sri Lanka agriculture ministry secy removed hours after food shortage comments “We do not wish to cover up the issue and offer deceptive answers,” he said.",negative,-0.981742203
Sri Lanka year end reserves to top US$3.0bn: Central Bank,12/22/2021,Economy,About 2 billion US dollars of central bank swaps were expected in the 'near term',Sri Lanka year end reserves to top US$3.0bn: Central Bank About 2 billion US dollars of central bank swaps were expected in the 'near term',negative,-0.970882893
Sri Lanka stocks gain after two session losses amid thin trade,12/22/2021,Markets,"Senkadagala Finance, LOLC Holdings and Lanka IOC pushed ASPI today ","Sri Lanka stocks gain after two session losses amid thin trade Senkadagala Finance, LOLC Holdings and Lanka IOC pushed ASPI today ",negative,-0.993681192
Sri Lanka exports hit a new monthly high in November 2021,12/22/2021,Business,Apparel exports grew 52.77 percent,Sri Lanka exports hit a new monthly high in November 2021 Apparel exports grew 52.77 percent,positive,0.990669727
Sri Lanka 3-month Treasury bill yield up 47 basis points,12/22/2021,Bonds & Forex,12-month yield down marginally amid low volumes,Sri Lanka 3-month Treasury bill yield up 47 basis points 12-month yield down marginally amid low volumes,negative,-0.99690789
Sri Lanka presidential probe on gas explosions contradicts previous official claims,12/22/2021,Consumer Affairs,"""The cylinders, regulators, stoves, and other equipment have remained unchanged.""","Sri Lanka presidential probe on gas explosions contradicts previous official claims ""The cylinders, regulators, stoves, and other equipment have remained unchanged.""",negative,-0.98717016
"Sri Lanka forex shortages crippling businesses, IMF deal urged by Chambers",12/22/2021,Business,This will affect in maintaining the credibility of doing business with our suppliers and business,"Sri Lanka forex shortages crippling businesses, IMF deal urged by Chambers This will affect in maintaining the credibility of doing business with our suppliers and business",negative,-0.76285249
Sri Lanka school teachers threaten trade union action again,12/22/2021,Education,"“The education ministry has not implemented the cabinet decision,” said Stalin.","Sri Lanka school teachers threaten trade union action again “The education ministry has not implemented the cabinet decision,” said Stalin.",negative,-0.99796176
Sri Lanka sees virtues of a fuel price formula as key JVP policy questioned,12/22/2021,Energy,Petroleum Minister Udaya Gammanpila had also proposed the formula,Sri Lanka sees virtues of a fuel price formula as key JVP policy questioned Petroleum Minister Udaya Gammanpila had also proposed the formula,negative,-0.888999641
Sri Lanka national inflation hits 11.1-pct in November 2021 after money printing,12/22/2021,Economy,Food prices up 35-pct since inflationary policy began in August 2019,Sri Lanka national inflation hits 11.1-pct in November 2021 after money printing Food prices up 35-pct since inflationary policy began in August 2019,negative,-0.992020905
"Sri Lanka imports up 24.5-pct in October 2021 amid money printing, credit",12/22/2021,Economy,"Capital goods imports soar amid low interest rates, credit","Sri Lanka imports up 24.5-pct in October 2021 amid money printing, credit Capital goods imports soar amid low interest rates, credit",negative,-0.977350056
Sri Lanka shares edge down ahead of Christmas weekend,12/21/2021,Markets,Foreigners buy,Sri Lanka shares edge down ahead of Christmas weekend Foreigners buy,negative,-0.95128113
Sri Lanka inks US$251mn tea for oil debt deal with Iran,12/21/2021,Business,The scheme not to violate US sanctions,Sri Lanka inks US$251mn tea for oil debt deal with Iran The scheme not to violate US sanctions,negative,-0.961932361
Sri Lanka cabinet debates IMF bailout for second week,12/21/2021,Economy,"""Different views"" (vividher adahas) were expressed by ministers","Sri Lanka cabinet debates IMF bailout for second week ""Different views"" (vividher adahas) were expressed by ministers",positive,0.883746624
Sri Lanka cabinet nod for signing nuclear weapons prohibition treaty,12/21/2021,Defence,"""I think this will earn Sri Lankans some reputation internationally,"" Alahapperuma said.","Sri Lanka cabinet nod for signing nuclear weapons prohibition treaty ""I think this will earn Sri Lankans some reputation internationally,"" Alahapperuma said.",positive,0.989421546
"Sri Lanka blames pandemic for economic woes, reserve depletion",12/21/2021,Economy,None of the governments of this country has defaulted on loan repayments and even now under a grave situation,"Sri Lanka blames pandemic for economic woes, reserve depletion None of the governments of this country has defaulted on loan repayments and even now under a grave situation",negative,-0.970570624
Sri Lanka to extend electricity bill grace period for battered tourism sector,12/21/2021,Economy,"The cabinet had previously granted this concession to tourist accommodation providers until February 28, 2021.","Sri Lanka to extend electricity bill grace period for battered tourism sector The cabinet had previously granted this concession to tourist accommodation providers until February 28, 2021.",negative,-0.695094764
Sri Lanka to allot state-owned land to singer Yohani De Silva,12/21/2021,Arts and Culture,De Silva’s video for the Manike Mage Hithe cover has amassed over 194 million views on YouTube as of Tuesday.,Sri Lanka to allot state-owned land to singer Yohani De Silva De Silva’s video for the Manike Mage Hithe cover has amassed over 194 million views on YouTube as of Tuesday.,negative,-0.739174128
Sri Lanka makes vaccination card mandatory after Omicron detection,12/21/2021,Health,The government claims that it has vaccinated over 70% of its over 18 year population so far.,Sri Lanka makes vaccination card mandatory after Omicron detection The government claims that it has vaccinated over 70% of its over 18 year population so far.,negative,-0.977287948
"Sri Lanka should prepare to float, and promote parallel dollarization: Bellwether",12/21/2021,Bellwether,The proposal to import cars with dollar earnings and pay taxes in dollars is absolutely correct,"Sri Lanka should prepare to float, and promote parallel dollarization: Bellwether The proposal to import cars with dollar earnings and pay taxes in dollars is absolutely correct",positive,0.997552454
"Sri Lanka hikes petrol to Rs177, diesel Rs121 a litre",12/21/2021,Energy,Super diesel was raised by 15 rupees a litre to 159 rupees,"Sri Lanka hikes petrol to Rs177, diesel Rs121 a litre Super diesel was raised by 15 rupees a litre to 159 rupees",negative,-0.967355371
Sri Lanka's bond yields edge up,12/20/2021,Bonds & Forex,Fitch downgraded the country's sovereign credit rating to CC from CCC,Sri Lanka's bond yields edge up Fitch downgraded the country's sovereign credit rating to CC from CCC,negative,-0.994522452
Sri Lanka's GMOA to engage in island-wide strike on Tuesday (21),12/20/2021,Health,Soysa claimed the ministry has been neglecting their demands.,Sri Lanka's GMOA to engage in island-wide strike on Tuesday (21) Soysa claimed the ministry has been neglecting their demands.,negative,-0.998779356
Sri Lanka's opposition NPP ready to take up leadership: Anura Dissanayake,12/20/2021,Politics,He also called for a collective struggle as opposed to individually taking on the challenges.,Sri Lanka's opposition NPP ready to take up leadership: Anura Dissanayake He also called for a collective struggle as opposed to individually taking on the challenges.,positive,0.984346867
Sri Lanka ministers defends decision to pay millions to Chinese fertilizer company,12/20/2021,International Relations,"“The cabinet has decided to pay the amount. It must be paid,” he said.","Sri Lanka ministers defends decision to pay millions to Chinese fertilizer company “The cabinet has decided to pay the amount. It must be paid,” he said.",negative,-0.977386117
Udugama Hospital gets ICU,12/20/2021,Health,To be opened on December 22,Udugama Hospital gets ICU To be opened on December 22,positive,0.952425957
"No plans to lock down Sri Lanka during Christmas, New Year holidays: official",12/20/2021,Health,"""All of that depends on the number of cases reported,"" he said.","No plans to lock down Sri Lanka during Christmas, New Year holidays: official ""All of that depends on the number of cases reported,"" he said.",negative,-0.992079556
"Sri Lanka gets 820,000 Pfizer-BioNtech vaccines from US donation",12/20/2021,Health,"Widespread vaccination is vital to ending the pandemic, preventing the emergence of new variants","Sri Lanka gets 820,000 Pfizer-BioNtech vaccines from US donation Widespread vaccination is vital to ending the pandemic, preventing the emergence of new variants",negative,-0.992542982
Sri Lanka may draw down US$1.5bn China swap,12/20/2021,Economy,Swaps with Middle Eastern nations were in an advanced stage,Sri Lanka may draw down US$1.5bn China swap Swaps with Middle Eastern nations were in an advanced stage,negative,-0.989960909
Sri Lanka remittances down to 12 year low in Nov 2021 amid credibility loss of peg,12/20/2021,Economy,Remmitances are at levels seen in the second quarter of 2009,Sri Lanka remittances down to 12 year low in Nov 2021 amid credibility loss of peg Remmitances are at levels seen in the second quarter of 2009,negative,-0.998013258
"Sri Lanka minister proposes coupon system for essential food, fuel as prices soar",12/20/2021,Economy,"“As a solution to this, we propose that essential foods be sold on a coupon basis to low income people,” he said.","Sri Lanka minister proposes coupon system for essential food, fuel as prices soar “As a solution to this, we propose that essential foods be sold on a coupon basis to low income people,” he said.",negative,-0.982242465
Sri Lanka based NCINGA boosts Fiji Telecom,12/19/2021,ICT,Installed a core-transport network and data centre,Sri Lanka based NCINGA boosts Fiji Telecom Installed a core-transport network and data centre,positive,0.931494057
Sinopharm anti-body response declines fastest Sri Lanka study finds,12/19/2021,Health,Moderna the least,Sinopharm anti-body response declines fastest Sri Lanka study finds Moderna the least,negative,-0.998909116
Sri Lanka disputes Fitch sovereign downgrade to CC,12/18/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka said the downgrade was 'hasty',Sri Lanka disputes Fitch sovereign downgrade to CC Sri Lanka said the downgrade was 'hasty',negative,-0.999316216
Sri Lanka firm adds modern fizz to Kithul brew,12/18/2021,Agriculture,The technology to brew and can the product developed with Industrial Technology Institute ,Sri Lanka firm adds modern fizz to Kithul brew The technology to brew and can the product developed with Industrial Technology Institute ,positive,0.998875201
Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka sovereign rating to CC,12/18/2021,Economy,Reserves going down faster than Fitch expected,Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka sovereign rating to CC Reserves going down faster than Fitch expected,negative,-0.99881798
"S&P Sri Lanka 20 index includes Commercial Leasing, LOLC Finance",12/18/2021,Economy,Richard Pieris and Company Plc and Brown and Company Plc dropped,"S&P Sri Lanka 20 index includes Commercial Leasing, LOLC Finance Richard Pieris and Company Plc and Brown and Company Plc dropped",negative,-0.95839411
Sri Lanka’s mysterious gas explosions become nobody’s baby,12/18/2021,Consumer Affairs,Priyangani’s grieving widower now has but one goal: to take both the government and the gas company to court.,Sri Lanka’s mysterious gas explosions become nobody’s baby Priyangani’s grieving widower now has but one goal: to take both the government and the gas company to court.,negative,-0.988155007
Sri Lanka shares recover after two-session fall amid foreign continued exit,12/17/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka shares ended firmer on Friday,Sri Lanka shares recover after two-session fall amid foreign continued exit Sri Lanka shares ended firmer on Friday,negative,-0.978800058
Tourist carrying Omicron possibly went clubbing in Sri Lanka: health union chief,12/17/2021,Health,"""We have not yet been informed about these Omicron patients by any of the health authorities,"" said Rohana.","Tourist carrying Omicron possibly went clubbing in Sri Lanka: health union chief ""We have not yet been informed about these Omicron patients by any of the health authorities,"" said Rohana.",negative,-0.995913565
Sri Lanka Court of Appeal orders LP gas companies to recall cylinders: report,12/17/2021,Consumer Affairs,The next writ hearing will be on January 26.,Sri Lanka Court of Appeal orders LP gas companies to recall cylinders: report The next writ hearing will be on January 26.,negative,-0.984907389
Sri Lanka to finally hold long-delayed GCE advanced levels exams,12/17/2021,Education,"Non-programmable calculators will be allowed for the subjects of accounting, bio-systems techn, engineering tech, etc.","Sri Lanka to finally hold long-delayed GCE advanced levels exams Non-programmable calculators will be allowed for the subjects of accounting, bio-systems techn, engineering tech, etc.",negative,-0.974216402
Sri Lanka overnight injections top Rs400bn amid sterilized interventions,12/17/2021,Economy,Bill stock estimated at Rs1.8 trillion,Sri Lanka overnight injections top Rs400bn amid sterilized interventions Bill stock estimated at Rs1.8 trillion,negative,-0.993148386
HSBC Sri Lanka service centre moves to Mireka Tower,12/17/2021,Business,.,HSBC Sri Lanka service centre moves to Mireka Tower .,positive,0.793903351
Sri Lanka LOLC General Insurance's IPO oversubscribed,12/17/2021,Markets,LOLC General Insurance Limited is the 12th IPO in 2021,Sri Lanka LOLC General Insurance's IPO oversubscribed LOLC General Insurance Limited is the 12th IPO in 2021,negative,-0.988396347
Sri Lanka shares down for second session; Foreigners exit amid depreciation concern  ,12/16/2021,Bonds & Forex,Christmas profit-taking seen in the market  ,Sri Lanka shares down for second session; Foreigners exit amid depreciation concern   Christmas profit-taking seen in the market  ,negative,-0.995954037
Transparency International Sri Lanka launches ApeSalli.lk to report fraud,12/16/2021,Corruption,Analysts say is a drop in public confidence government probes into corruption allegations.,Transparency International Sri Lanka launches ApeSalli.lk to report fraud Analysts say is a drop in public confidence government probes into corruption allegations.,negative,-0.993676603
"Sri Lanka further relaxes COVID-19 ""restrictions""; liqour allowed at weddings",12/16/2021,Health,Schools can hold sporting events with no spectators.,"Sri Lanka further relaxes COVID-19 ""restrictions""; liqour allowed at weddings Schools can hold sporting events with no spectators.",positive,0.507592499
Sri Lanka bond yields up on selling interest,12/16/2021,Bonds & Forex,At the previous day's bills auction 56.9 billion out of 66 billion,Sri Lanka bond yields up on selling interest At the previous day's bills auction 56.9 billion out of 66 billion,negative,-0.621985316
Three new Omicron cases detected in Sri Lanka; officials predict more,12/16/2021,Health,Omicron has now spread to more than 77 countries in the world.,Three new Omicron cases detected in Sri Lanka; officials predict more Omicron has now spread to more than 77 countries in the world.,negative,-0.956988394
Sri Lankans who caught COVID-19 after two jabs advised to delay booster,12/16/2021,Health,"“Those over 60 and those who have comorbidities must definitely get the booster,” he said.","Sri Lankans who caught COVID-19 after two jabs advised to delay booster “Those over 60 and those who have comorbidities must definitely get the booster,” he said.",negative,-0.990513802
Sri Lanka doctor accused of forced sterilisation reinstated,12/16/2021,Health,The official has also sought clarification from the hospital director for the nonpayment of Sihabdeen’s salary.,Sri Lanka doctor accused of forced sterilisation reinstated The official has also sought clarification from the hospital director for the nonpayment of Sihabdeen’s salary.,negative,-0.99172473
"Sri Lanka's largest sapphire-family corundum kindles China, US interest",12/16/2021,Business,Agents representing buyers from both countries had already visited to view the stone,"Sri Lanka's largest sapphire-family corundum kindles China, US interest Agents representing buyers from both countries had already visited to view the stone",positive,0.535356224
Vaccines alone won't save world from pandemic: WHO chief,12/16/2021,Health,"""Even if it does cause less severe disease, the sheer number of cases could overwhelm unprepared health systems.""","Vaccines alone won't save world from pandemic: WHO chief ""Even if it does cause less severe disease, the sheer number of cases could overwhelm unprepared health systems.""",negative,-0.995682478
"Sri Lanka cuts tea export tax, abolishes regulation on promotions",12/16/2021,Business,Regulations limited the use of funds for promotions,"Sri Lanka cuts tea export tax, abolishes regulation on promotions Regulations limited the use of funds for promotions",negative,-0.94365567
Sri Lanka's Kapruka Holdings in Rs505mn IPO - Corrected,12/16/2021,Markets,"Eyes expansion into exports, B2B, used goods and third party sellers","Sri Lanka's Kapruka Holdings in Rs505mn IPO - Corrected Eyes expansion into exports, B2B, used goods and third party sellers",negative,-0.961692631
"Omicron spreads faster than Delta, but may be less severe: Hong Kong study",12/16/2021,Health,"At 24 hours after infection, the Omicron variant replicated around 70 times higher than the Delta, but less in lungs","Omicron spreads faster than Delta, but may be less severe: Hong Kong study At 24 hours after infection, the Omicron variant replicated around 70 times higher than the Delta, but less in lungs",negative,-0.978111863
Fed to follow John Law for time being as inflation hits records in the US and Sri Lanka,12/16/2021,Economy,No rate hikes for at least a quarter,Fed to follow John Law for time being as inflation hits records in the US and Sri Lanka No rate hikes for at least a quarter,negative,-0.967039347
"US inflation bubble fired in March 2020, Fed cannot stop it in a hurry: Steve Hanke",12/16/2021,Economy,Inflation is the thief. It is robbing people,"US inflation bubble fired in March 2020, Fed cannot stop it in a hurry: Steve Hanke Inflation is the thief. It is robbing people",negative,-0.995946586
Sri Lanka stocks edge down from record high amid foreign selling,12/15/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.36 percent ending a four session,Sri Lanka stocks edge down from record high amid foreign selling Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.36 percent ending a four session,negative,-0.99925524
Sri Lanka GDP shrinks 1.5-pct in 2021 third quarter,12/15/2021,Economy,"Agriculture grew 1.7 percent, industries contracted 2.1 percent and services also contracted 1.6 percent","Sri Lanka GDP shrinks 1.5-pct in 2021 third quarter Agriculture grew 1.7 percent, industries contracted 2.1 percent and services also contracted 1.6 percent",negative,-0.92703265
"Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields rise at auction, Rs9bn unsold",12/15/2021,Bonds & Forex,It is the first failed bill auction in eight weeks,"Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields rise at auction, Rs9bn unsold It is the first failed bill auction in eight weeks",negative,-0.98205179
Sri Lanka's Co-operative Insurance Company seeks Rs600mn from IPO,12/15/2021,Markets,"Capital to be used to expand the business, boost its online presence,","Sri Lanka's Co-operative Insurance Company seeks Rs600mn from IPO Capital to be used to expand the business, boost its online presence,",negative,-0.943144977
Sri Lanka President is not mastermind of Easter attack: Secretary,12/15/2021,Defence,"He has not read the Koran, only the “Sally” part of his name is Muslim","Sri Lanka President is not mastermind of Easter attack: Secretary He has not read the Koran, only the “Sally” part of his name is Muslim",negative,-0.99740088
Sri Lanka's Resus Energy to sell Rs1.2bn in A+(lka) debentures,12/15/2021,Business,Sri Lanka's Resus Energy Plc will sell 1.2 billion rupees of debentures,Sri Lanka's Resus Energy to sell Rs1.2bn in A+(lka) debentures Sri Lanka's Resus Energy Plc will sell 1.2 billion rupees of debentures,negative,-0.993794084
Sri Lanka's SDF starts trading,12/15/2021,Markets,Dividends from SDF will be put back into villages,Sri Lanka's SDF starts trading Dividends from SDF will be put back into villages,negative,-0.997857869
"Sri Lanka President returns from Singapore, Basil leaves for US",12/15/2021,Political News,On a previously un-announced visit,"Sri Lanka President returns from Singapore, Basil leaves for US On a previously un-announced visit",positive,0.866078615
Sri Lanka's Tempest PE Partners lead SLT Campus acquisition,12/15/2021,Business,SLT exits for Rs 410mn,Sri Lanka's Tempest PE Partners lead SLT Campus acquisition SLT exits for Rs 410mn,negative,-0.996587992
"Disgruntled Sri Lanka ruling party MP concerned over ""path to anarchy""",12/14/2021,Politics,"""There is no governance here; it’s something else here.""","Disgruntled Sri Lanka ruling party MP concerned over ""path to anarchy"" ""There is no governance here; it’s something else here.""",negative,-0.981420577
Sri Lanka president makes two key appointments to human rights commission,12/14/2021,Human Rights,Buddhist monk Kalupahana Piyarathana Thero was also appointed a member,Sri Lanka president makes two key appointments to human rights commission Buddhist monk Kalupahana Piyarathana Thero was also appointed a member,positive,0.992249846
Sri Lanka stock index touches new peak amid concerns over currency,12/14/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.15 percent to close at a new all time high on Tuesday,Sri Lanka stock index touches new peak amid concerns over currency Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.15 percent to close at a new all time high on Tuesday,positive,0.984230578
"Postal, railway, health workers in Sri Lanka threaten island wide strikes",12/14/2021,Politics,"""Poor communication between the railway department and the Public Services Commission has resulted in their promotions""","Postal, railway, health workers in Sri Lanka threaten island wide strikes ""Poor communication between the railway department and the Public Services Commission has resulted in their promotions""",negative,-0.999319077
Sri Lanka bond yields ease on long-tenor maturities,12/14/2021,Bonds & Forex,Activity centred on 2027,Sri Lanka bond yields ease on long-tenor maturities Activity centred on 2027,positive,0.999055564
"Sri Lanka in bid to draw domestic dollar notes to banks, 10-pct surrender rule",12/14/2021,Economy,Banks will have to surrender 10 percent to the central bank,"Sri Lanka in bid to draw domestic dollar notes to banks, 10-pct surrender rule Banks will have to surrender 10 percent to the central bank",negative,-0.996331036
Sri Lanka to identify and declare urban areas within Pradeshiya Sabha limits,12/14/2021,Politics,Most urbanised areas are recognised as rural areas that require an accurate definition of urbanisation.,Sri Lanka to identify and declare urban areas within Pradeshiya Sabha limits Most urbanised areas are recognised as rural areas that require an accurate definition of urbanisation.,positive,0.750865936
Sri Lanka to lease land from 15 industrial estates targeting regional development,12/14/2021,Business,"“Selected investors are expected to invest Rs. 4,523.34 million and to generate 2477 direct employment opportunities.""","Sri Lanka to lease land from 15 industrial estates targeting regional development “Selected investors are expected to invest Rs. 4,523.34 million and to generate 2477 direct employment opportunities.""",positive,0.998390079
Sri Lanka to amend laws on capital punishment for minors,12/14/2021,Legal,The cabinet office said in a statement on Tuesday (14) that the proposal was made by Justice Minister Ali Sabry.,Sri Lanka to amend laws on capital punishment for minors The cabinet office said in a statement on Tuesday (14) that the proposal was made by Justice Minister Ali Sabry.,negative,-0.956036866
Raja Edirisooriya appointed Chairman of Sri Lanka BOI,12/14/2021,Economy,.He had earlier worked at the Port City project,Raja Edirisooriya appointed Chairman of Sri Lanka BOI .He had earlier worked at the Port City project,positive,0.99512428
India's Exim Bank eyes more lending to Sri Lanka amid diplomatic tussle with China ,12/14/2021,Economy,Indian assistance comes at a time when Sri Lanka is facing its worst ever economic crisis,India's Exim Bank eyes more lending to Sri Lanka amid diplomatic tussle with China  Indian assistance comes at a time when Sri Lanka is facing its worst ever economic crisis,negative,-0.996326506
Sri Lanka unemployment drops to 5.1-pct in 2021 second quarter,12/14/2021,Economy,"105,000 jobs had been created from a year earlier, but 99,18 jobs had been lost compared to the previous quarter","Sri Lanka unemployment drops to 5.1-pct in 2021 second quarter 105,000 jobs had been created from a year earlier, but 99,18 jobs had been lost compared to the previous quarter",negative,-0.994442999
Sri Lanka stock index clocks record high again amid depreciation risks ,12/13/2021,Markets,LOLC and EXPO drives the market,Sri Lanka stock index clocks record high again amid depreciation risks  LOLC and EXPO drives the market,negative,-0.961938322
"Sri Lanka sells Rs120bn bonds, yields marginally up",12/13/2021,Bonds & Forex,Around the same levels as the last auction,"Sri Lanka sells Rs120bn bonds, yields marginally up Around the same levels as the last auction",negative,-0.946054041
Sri Lanka farmers exporting to EU gets blockchain tech to certify origins,12/13/2021,Agriculture,Will enable to farmers to command higher prices based on integrity and traceability of food,Sri Lanka farmers exporting to EU gets blockchain tech to certify origins Will enable to farmers to command higher prices based on integrity and traceability of food,positive,0.950862706
Sri Lanka investors hold US$170mn in January sovereign bond: CB Governor,12/13/2021,Economy,Local holders of Sri Lanka sovereign bonds are mostly banks,Sri Lanka investors hold US$170mn in January sovereign bond: CB Governor Local holders of Sri Lanka sovereign bonds are mostly banks,negative,-0.794209719
"Sri Lankans over 20 advised to take booster or else face COVID-19 ""tsunami""",12/13/2021,Health,Jayasumana further said the government has no intention of imposing lockdowns in the coming holidays.,"Sri Lankans over 20 advised to take booster or else face COVID-19 ""tsunami"" Jayasumana further said the government has no intention of imposing lockdowns in the coming holidays.",negative,-0.99861145
Sri Lanka President leaves for Singapore for check up,12/13/2021,Political News,IMF issue on hold,Sri Lanka President leaves for Singapore for check up IMF issue on hold,negative,-0.945592582
Sri Lanka not getting foreign investments as fast as expected: Finance Minister,12/13/2021,Economy,In some ways it is interpreted as a national asset that is given to foreigners,Sri Lanka not getting foreign investments as fast as expected: Finance Minister In some ways it is interpreted as a national asset that is given to foreigners,negative,-0.990071297
Sri Lanka President prorogues parliament,12/13/2021,Political News,"Parliament had been prorogued from the December 12, until 1000 am on January 18","Sri Lanka President prorogues parliament Parliament had been prorogued from the December 12, until 1000 am on January 18",negative,-0.944770396
Sri Lanka's largest saphhire-family corundum found,12/12/2021,Business,This is not an aggregate. It is a single stone,Sri Lanka's largest saphhire-family corundum found This is not an aggregate. It is a single stone,negative,-0.997899771
Vietnam Singapore park gets billion dollar LEGO factory,12/12/2021,Economy,Viet Nam Singapore Industrial Park Joint Venture Company,Vietnam Singapore park gets billion dollar LEGO factory Viet Nam Singapore Industrial Park Joint Venture Company,positive,0.988455653
Sri Lanka eye wheelbarrows as money printing deplete forex reserves,12/12/2021,Economy,"""We can build them. We can make them at our factories""","Sri Lanka eye wheelbarrows as money printing deplete forex reserves ""We can build them. We can make them at our factories""",negative,-0.996108353
"Sri Lanka targets 300,000 expat workers as policy rate depletes reserves",12/11/2021,Economy,"We will send to new markets in Japan, Korea and Romania, and UK","Sri Lanka targets 300,000 expat workers as policy rate depletes reserves We will send to new markets in Japan, Korea and Romania, and UK",negative,-0.997287273
LGBTQI activists in Sri Lanka welcome major court decision amid urgent need for reform,12/11/2021,Human Rights,"""The larger society doesn’t seem to know what the laws are in the first place,"" said Hettiarachchi.","LGBTQI activists in Sri Lanka welcome major court decision amid urgent need for reform ""The larger society doesn’t seem to know what the laws are in the first place,"" said Hettiarachchi.",positive,0.995983362
Sri Lanka eyeing billion US dollar Qatar swap to boost forex reserves: Minister,12/11/2021,Economy,Efforts to boost reserves,Sri Lanka eyeing billion US dollar Qatar swap to boost forex reserves: Minister Efforts to boost reserves,negative,-0.944795847
Sri Lanka BOI chief resigns despite President's request to stay,12/11/2021,Economy,Chairman has informed His Excellency of his desire to be released from his duties,Sri Lanka BOI chief resigns despite President's request to stay Chairman has informed His Excellency of his desire to be released from his duties,negative,-0.997667968
US bars two Sri Lanka military officers for human rights abuses,12/11/2021,Political News,Barred from entry to the US,US bars two Sri Lanka military officers for human rights abuses Barred from entry to the US,negative,-0.95011878
"Sri Lanka facing forex reserve crisis, but all debt will be repaid: Finance Minister",12/10/2021,Economy,I admit that from the foreign reserve point of view also we are in a serious situation,"Sri Lanka facing forex reserve crisis, but all debt will be repaid: Finance Minister I admit that from the foreign reserve point of view also we are in a serious situation",negative,-0.757582188
"Sri Lanka tea, rubber farms still without agro-chemicals",12/10/2021,Agriculture,"Additional inputs are also required to mitigate issues such as diseases, pests and weeds","Sri Lanka tea, rubber farms still without agro-chemicals Additional inputs are also required to mitigate issues such as diseases, pests and weeds",positive,0.843324006
"Sri Lanka stocks end stronger led by Expolanka, manufacturing shares",12/10/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.92 percent on Friday (09), boosted by strong retail and upward momentum in Expolanka","Sri Lanka stocks end stronger led by Expolanka, manufacturing shares Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.92 percent on Friday (09), boosted by strong retail and upward momentum in Expolanka",positive,0.999451101
Sri Lanka exporters optimistic in post-pandemic revival despite cost spike: survey ,12/10/2021,Business,Exporters are confident of their business growth but not the overall economy.,Sri Lanka exporters optimistic in post-pandemic revival despite cost spike: survey  Exporters are confident of their business growth but not the overall economy.,positive,0.997509837
"Sailkot lynching: Sri Lanka foreign minister discusses justice, compensation with Pak envoy",12/10/2021,Human Rights,The leaders of Sri Lanka's Buddhist clergy have also commended the swift investigations.,"Sailkot lynching: Sri Lanka foreign minister discusses justice, compensation with Pak envoy The leaders of Sri Lanka's Buddhist clergy have also commended the swift investigations.",positive,0.999311924
Sri Lanka starts Pfizer-BioNTech booster rollout for over 30s,12/10/2021,Health,"So far health officials have given the booster dose to 1,081,303 citizens.","Sri Lanka starts Pfizer-BioNTech booster rollout for over 30s So far health officials have given the booster dose to 1,081,303 citizens.",negative,-0.968226373
Sri Lanka preparing COVID-19 vaccine mandate: health minister,12/10/2021,Health,"“The initial steps are already complete,” he said.","Sri Lanka preparing COVID-19 vaccine mandate: health minister “The initial steps are already complete,” he said.",negative,-0.952050328
"Sri Lanka foreign exchange swap discounts widen, fears of underworld grabbing kerb market",12/10/2021,Bonds & Forex,Several money changers raided,"Sri Lanka foreign exchange swap discounts widen, fears of underworld grabbing kerb market Several money changers raided",negative,-0.961759984
Sri Lanka vehicle import ban to continue in 2022: Finance Minister,12/10/2021,Economy,"Import controls, import substitution to continue, expat worker drive intensified","Sri Lanka vehicle import ban to continue in 2022: Finance Minister Import controls, import substitution to continue, expat worker drive intensified",negative,-0.962526798
"Sri Lanka stocks recover on export-led, speculative shares",12/9/2021,Bonds & Forex,Turnover is only 5 billion rupees,"Sri Lanka stocks recover on export-led, speculative shares Turnover is only 5 billion rupees",negative,-0.997607827
More cooking gas explosions in Sri Lanka; HRCSL calls stakeholder discussion,12/9/2021,Consumer Affairs,Human Rights Commissioner Nimal Karunasiri said the gas companies have also been invited to the discussion.,More cooking gas explosions in Sri Lanka; HRCSL calls stakeholder discussion Human Rights Commissioner Nimal Karunasiri said the gas companies have also been invited to the discussion.,positive,0.719320297
Sri Lanka CB raids money changers for offering parallel exchange rates,12/9/2021,Economy,Licenses to be cancelled,Sri Lanka CB raids money changers for offering parallel exchange rates Licenses to be cancelled,negative,-0.998559415
Sri Lanka bond yields slightly edge up,12/9/2021,Bonds & Forex,The debt office is offering 120bn in bonds to be sold in an auction on Monday,Sri Lanka bond yields slightly edge up The debt office is offering 120bn in bonds to be sold in an auction on Monday,negative,-0.51769644
Sri Lanka president appoints former navy chief as provincial governor,12/9/2021,Human Rights,President’s Spokesman Kingsly Rathnayaka confirmed the appointment in a tweet Thursday (09) afternoon.,Sri Lanka president appoints former navy chief as provincial governor President’s Spokesman Kingsly Rathnayaka confirmed the appointment in a tweet Thursday (09) afternoon.,positive,0.882496655
Sri Lanka excessive taxes on telecoms had hit rural connectivity: regulator,12/9/2021,Business,Excessively high taxation of Sri Lanka telecom firms in recent years had hurt investment in rural areas,Sri Lanka excessive taxes on telecoms had hit rural connectivity: regulator Excessively high taxation of Sri Lanka telecom firms in recent years had hurt investment in rural areas,negative,-0.997987986
"Sri Lanka president calls for global initiative to curb deforestation, fossil fuel use",12/9/2021,Environment,Opposition parties have claimed that Sri Lanka has seen alarming levels of deforestation in recent months.,"Sri Lanka president calls for global initiative to curb deforestation, fossil fuel use Opposition parties have claimed that Sri Lanka has seen alarming levels of deforestation in recent months.",negative,-0.978865921
"Sri Lanka online education goes to 85-pct of students, despite dissatisfaction: study",12/9/2021,ICT,About 50 percent had live lessons ,"Sri Lanka online education goes to 85-pct of students, despite dissatisfaction: study About 50 percent had live lessons ",negative,-0.973967075
Sri Lanka needs 'real depreciation' World Bank economist claims,12/9/2021,Economy,"Timmer did not elaborate on how or whether Sri Lanka now had a ""real appreciation"" and by what measure","Sri Lanka needs 'real depreciation' World Bank economist claims Timmer did not elaborate on how or whether Sri Lanka now had a ""real appreciation"" and by what measure",negative,-0.998858809
India tows distressed Sri Lanka fishing boat,12/9/2021,Business,All the four crew members of the Sri Lankan vessel are safe,India tows distressed Sri Lanka fishing boat All the four crew members of the Sri Lankan vessel are safe,negative,-0.944921613
Sri Lanka stocks down on LOLC related shares,12/8/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell on Wednesday (08), due to price declines extended by LOLC group companies, brokers said.","Sri Lanka stocks down on LOLC related shares Sri Lanka stocks fell on Wednesday (08), due to price declines extended by LOLC group companies, brokers said.",negative,-0.999289155
Sri Lanka opposition demands document of US energy deal,12/8/2021,Politics,Opposition MPs insisted the House is responsible for public finance and the public have a right to know about the deal.Â...,Sri Lanka opposition demands document of US energy deal Opposition MPs insisted the House is responsible for public finance and the public have a right to know about the deal.Â...,negative,-0.989588499
"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields drop, more 12-month bills sold",12/8/2021,Bonds & Forex,More 6 and 12 month bill sold than earlier,"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields drop, more 12-month bills sold More 6 and 12 month bill sold than earlier",negative,-0.991351247
Sri Lanka dollar salary earners protest as banks force convert forex,12/8/2021,Economy,I was told my entire salary would be converted against my wishes,Sri Lanka dollar salary earners protest as banks force convert forex I was told my entire salary would be converted against my wishes,negative,-0.999171138
"Attack on Sri Lanka MP: Committee appointed, opposition threatens legal action",12/8/2021,Politics,"“I would like to inform the House that I have already taken steps to ensure the safety of all MPs,” he said.","Attack on Sri Lanka MP: Committee appointed, opposition threatens legal action “I would like to inform the House that I have already taken steps to ensure the safety of all MPs,” he said.",negative,-0.997601449
China firm to Salvage Express Pearl wreck off Sri Lanka,12/8/2021,Logistics,SSC have established a project team for the salvage operation and have already mobilized,China firm to Salvage Express Pearl wreck off Sri Lanka SSC have established a project team for the salvage operation and have already mobilized,positive,0.929487705
Sri Lanka tourist sector may take 5-years to reach 2018 levels McKinsey says,12/8/2021,Business,"China's zero-Covid-19 policy, the growth in domestic tourism markets in many countries may hinder normalcy","Sri Lanka tourist sector may take 5-years to reach 2018 levels McKinsey says China's zero-Covid-19 policy, the growth in domestic tourism markets in many countries may hinder normalcy",negative,-0.999448717
Sri Lanka forex reserves down to US$1.6bn in November,12/8/2021,Economy,Forex reserves are now about one month of imports,Sri Lanka forex reserves down to US$1.6bn in November Forex reserves are now about one month of imports,negative,-0.991187513
"Sri Lanka targets 100,000 tourists a month in 2022",12/8/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka is targeting 100,000 tourists a month in 2022","Sri Lanka targets 100,000 tourists a month in 2022 Sri Lanka is targeting 100,000 tourists a month in 2022",negative,-0.550754189
"Sri Lanka welcomes 44,294 tourists in November, led by India",12/8/2021,Business,European arrivals may see a setback with the resurgence of Covid,"Sri Lanka welcomes 44,294 tourists in November, led by India European arrivals may see a setback with the resurgence of Covid",negative,-0.811928511
"Sri Lanka shares up on export, manufacturing shares; Lanka IOC up on oil tank deal talks",12/7/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks closed higher on Tuesday (07),"Sri Lanka shares up on export, manufacturing shares; Lanka IOC up on oil tank deal talks Sri Lanka stocks closed higher on Tuesday (07)",negative,-0.984503865
"Sri Lanka health workers to protest, strike against unmet demands",12/7/2021,Health,"""As a first step, a protest will be held tomorrow (08) in front of the Kurunegala Teaching Hospital.""","Sri Lanka health workers to protest, strike against unmet demands ""As a first step, a protest will be held tomorrow (08) in front of the Kurunegala Teaching Hospital.""",negative,-0.952263892
"Sri Lanka discusses energy security, jobs, investment with UAE",12/7/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has been trying to woo investments and secure oil credit from many Middle Eastern countries.,"Sri Lanka discusses energy security, jobs, investment with UAE Sri Lanka has been trying to woo investments and secure oil credit from many Middle Eastern countries.",positive,0.962466836
Attempted assault on MP: Sri Lanka opposition seeks IPU/CPA intervention,12/7/2021,Politics,Kiriella claimed the “mafia type” attempted assault was a response by some government MPs to a speech made by the MP...,Attempted assault on MP: Sri Lanka opposition seeks IPU/CPA intervention Kiriella claimed the “mafia type” attempted assault was a response by some government MPs to a speech made by the MP...,negative,-0.996145964
Sri Lanka bond yields end steady,12/7/2021,Bonds & Forex,66bn bills auction on Wednesday ,Sri Lanka bond yields end steady 66bn bills auction on Wednesday ,negative,-0.688786685
Sri Lanka's PHIs to take legal action against violators of COVID-19 guidelines,12/7/2021,Health,"""People have forgotten that we are still in a pandemic,” he said.","Sri Lanka's PHIs to take legal action against violators of COVID-19 guidelines ""People have forgotten that we are still in a pandemic,” he said.",negative,-0.98257333
Hour-long power outages in Sri Lanka until Wednesday (08): CEB,12/7/2021,Power,"""There will be no island wide power cuts,"" the official said.","Hour-long power outages in Sri Lanka until Wednesday (08): CEB ""There will be no island wide power cuts,"" the official said.",negative,-0.961868942
Sri Lanka to issue birth certificates with national identification number,12/7/2021,Legal,"Sri Lankans will be provided an opportunity to easily and efficiently “obtain services from birth to death”, it said...","Sri Lanka to issue birth certificates with national identification number Sri Lankans will be provided an opportunity to easily and efficiently “obtain services from birth to death”, it said...",positive,0.996308744
"Sri Lanka approves US$2bn in projects up to Nov, FDI US$400mn to June: BOI",12/7/2021,Economy,Out of that the foreign investment component was 1.6 billion US dollars,"Sri Lanka approves US$2bn in projects up to Nov, FDI US$400mn to June: BOI Out of that the foreign investment component was 1.6 billion US dollars",negative,-0.86705941
Sri Lanka to pay Rs 2.5 mn to family of Pakistan lynch mob victim,12/7/2021,Human Rights,Diyawadana’s remains were flown into Sri Lanka Monday (06) afternoon.,Sri Lanka to pay Rs 2.5 mn to family of Pakistan lynch mob victim Diyawadana’s remains were flown into Sri Lanka Monday (06) afternoon.,negative,-0.969704688
"Sri Lanka to lease 1,750 hectares of Mahaweli land for commercial crops",12/7/2021,Agriculture,Land given on long term leases,"Sri Lanka to lease 1,750 hectares of Mahaweli land for commercial crops Land given on long term leases",negative,-0.931556106
Sri Lanka debt re-structuring: opinion divided among think tanks,12/7/2021,Economy,Agreement that an outright default is damaging,Sri Lanka debt re-structuring: opinion divided among think tanks Agreement that an outright default is damaging,negative,-0.994204462
Sri Lanka should draw up own program and negotiate with IMF: de Mel,12/7/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka needs a credible plan to get out,Sri Lanka should draw up own program and negotiate with IMF: de Mel Sri Lanka needs a credible plan to get out,negative,-0.99867779
"Sri Lanka Port City to allow crypto currency trading, no rupee tokens",12/7/2021,Economy,There are a few checks and balances in this plan,"Sri Lanka Port City to allow crypto currency trading, no rupee tokens There are a few checks and balances in this plan",negative,-0.996766806
Sri Lanka gas explosion probe says blame lies largely with faulty accessories,12/6/2021,Consumer Affairs,The committee urged the public to refrain from testing for gas leaks using unsafe methods.,Sri Lanka gas explosion probe says blame lies largely with faulty accessories The committee urged the public to refrain from testing for gas leaks using unsafe methods.,negative,-0.999168158
Sri Lanka stock index up over freight rate increase,12/6/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks closed firmer on Monday,Sri Lanka stock index up over freight rate increase Sri Lanka stocks closed firmer on Monday,negative,-0.976078928
Sri Lanka bond yields down,12/6/2021,Bonds & Forex,Treasury bills and bonds auctions held in the past weeks were fully subscribed ,Sri Lanka bond yields down Treasury bills and bonds auctions held in the past weeks were fully subscribed ,negative,-0.976005793
Sri Lanka’s biz leaders bemoan forex shortages amid money printing,12/6/2021,Economy,The dollar shortage is obviously having an effect on the businesses ,Sri Lanka’s biz leaders bemoan forex shortages amid money printing The dollar shortage is obviously having an effect on the businesses ,positive,0.748486757
Sri Lanka main opposition MPs protest outside parliament,12/6/2021,Politics,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaka was also seen engaged in conversation with the SJB MPs.,Sri Lanka main opposition MPs protest outside parliament Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaka was also seen engaged in conversation with the SJB MPs.,negative,-0.938892066
"Sri Lanka bond scam: Former finance minister, others cleared of 11 out of 22 charges",12/6/2021,Politics,"“Today, the court released all from charges 1-11. The charges 12-22 are aiding and abetting in nature,” he said.","Sri Lanka bond scam: Former finance minister, others cleared of 11 out of 22 charges “Today, the court released all from charges 1-11. The charges 12-22 are aiding and abetting in nature,” he said.",negative,-0.845033765
Sri Lanka monetary instability blamed on lack of industrialization,12/6/2021,Economy,That money printing causes inflation is no longer 'fashionable'.,Sri Lanka monetary instability blamed on lack of industrialization That money printing causes inflation is no longer 'fashionable'.,negative,-0.998763442
Sri Lanka does not need to go on bended knees to outside agency over debt: Cabraal,12/6/2021,Economy,Debt being re-structured through mutliple means,Sri Lanka does not need to go on bended knees to outside agency over debt: Cabraal Debt being re-structured through mutliple means,negative,-0.6689803
Sri Lanka p'ment to appoint committee as main opposition boycotts sittings,12/6/2021,Politics,“How can parliament function this way?” said Dissanayake.,Sri Lanka p'ment to appoint committee as main opposition boycotts sittings “How can parliament function this way?” said Dissanayake.,negative,-0.996426284
"Sri Lanka needs IMF, debt restructuring, CB should not subordinate core objective: Coomaraswamy",12/6/2021,Economy,The central bank's role as the agency for public debt should not be subordinated to its core objectives,"Sri Lanka needs IMF, debt restructuring, CB should not subordinate core objective: Coomaraswamy The central bank's role as the agency for public debt should not be subordinated to its core objectives",positive,0.959730744
"Sri Lanka may raise rates 150bp in 2022, external caution: SCB Economist",12/6/2021,Economy,"External weakness, deficits weigh","Sri Lanka may raise rates 150bp in 2022, external caution: SCB Economist External weakness, deficits weigh",negative,-0.989838481
Sri Lanka central bank foreign debt exceeds reserves by US$1.2bn,12/6/2021,Economy,The central bank owes the IMF on past loans and also a negative SDR allocation,Sri Lanka central bank foreign debt exceeds reserves by US$1.2bn The central bank owes the IMF on past loans and also a negative SDR allocation,negative,-0.99512583
Proposed Sri Lanka National Policy for Industrial Development: A commentary,12/6/2021,Op-ed/Special Reports,Trade and industrial policies complement each other,Proposed Sri Lanka National Policy for Industrial Development: A commentary Trade and industrial policies complement each other,positive,0.986360192
Sri Lanka president refuses to accept mass resignation of BOI officials,12/5/2021,Political News,The resignations came in the wake of an internal tussle and questioning by a parliamentary committee,Sri Lanka president refuses to accept mass resignation of BOI officials The resignations came in the wake of an internal tussle and questioning by a parliamentary committee,negative,-0.998054624
Sri Lanka CPC laying US$41mn pipeline to halve oil unloading time,12/5/2021,Energy,Existing pipeline is 45 to 75 years old and takes about 96 hours to unload a shipment,Sri Lanka CPC laying US$41mn pipeline to halve oil unloading time Existing pipeline is 45 to 75 years old and takes about 96 hours to unload a shipment,negative,-0.995960057
"Sri Lanka rupee already depreciated, no bidding war with Hawala: CB Governor",12/5/2021,Economy,We do not want to get into an auction sale with Hawala people,"Sri Lanka rupee already depreciated, no bidding war with Hawala: CB Governor We do not want to get into an auction sale with Hawala people",negative,-0.997142494
"Pakistan PM calls President Rajapaksa, 113 arrested over Sri Lankan's murder",12/5/2021,Legal,he Pakistani Prime Minister said that 113 suspects have already been arrested ,"Pakistan PM calls President Rajapaksa, 113 arrested over Sri Lankan's murder he Pakistani Prime Minister said that 113 suspects have already been arrested ",negative,-0.977562129
"Sri Lanka Consumer Authority bars sales of old gas stocks, new shipments only",12/5/2021,Energy,Subject to higher levels of chemical which alerts with a smell ,"Sri Lanka Consumer Authority bars sales of old gas stocks, new shipments only Subject to higher levels of chemical which alerts with a smell ",negative,-0.972282112
Sri Lanka condemns lynching of national in Pakistan,12/4/2021,Legal,Sri Lanka appreciated the action of Prime Minister Imran Khan in ordering an inquiry,Sri Lanka condemns lynching of national in Pakistan Sri Lanka appreciated the action of Prime Minister Imran Khan in ordering an inquiry,negative,-0.875666857
"Sri Lanka unleashes money laundering unit, police, on unofficial remittances",12/4/2021,Economy,Last mile Hawala deliveries to be tracked if made through the banking system,"Sri Lanka unleashes money laundering unit, police, on unofficial remittances Last mile Hawala deliveries to be tracked if made through the banking system",negative,-0.991680801
Easter Sunday blasts; an issue that the government wants to wish away,12/4/2021,Op-ed/Special Reports, Pressure from various groups primarily the Catholic Church for answers rattles the government,Easter Sunday blasts; an issue that the government wants to wish away  Pressure from various groups primarily the Catholic Church for answers rattles the government,negative,-0.996338725
"Sri Lanka makes progress on US$1.9bn credit lines, swap from India during Finance Minister visit",12/4/2021,Economy,"Modalities to realize these objectives would be finalized early, within a mutually agreed timeline","Sri Lanka makes progress on US$1.9bn credit lines, swap from India during Finance Minister visit Modalities to realize these objectives would be finalized early, within a mutually agreed timeline",positive,0.981227934
Sri Lanka CB starts outright bill sales sans spot rupee market,12/4/2021,Economy,Reverse repo operations continue to climb,Sri Lanka CB starts outright bill sales sans spot rupee market Reverse repo operations continue to climb,negative,-0.989265442
Sri Lanka gets 7 responses to securitize remittance surrenders,12/4/2021,Economy,These responses are being reviewed to determine the most suited modality,Sri Lanka gets 7 responses to securitize remittance surrenders These responses are being reviewed to determine the most suited modality,negative,-0.925484598
"Sri Lanka stock index plunges on illiquid shares, Omicron variant amid power outage",12/3/2021,Markets,ASPI plunged 2.35% ,"Sri Lanka stock index plunges on illiquid shares, Omicron variant amid power outage ASPI plunged 2.35% ",negative,-0.996311128
Sri Lanka CEB engineers suspend work-to-rule,12/3/2021,Energy,We suspended the work-to-rule campaign at the request of the President and positive response,Sri Lanka CEB engineers suspend work-to-rule We suspended the work-to-rule campaign at the request of the President and positive response,positive,0.989049435
More Sri Lankans switch to Hawala as money printing drive parallel exchange rates,12/3/2021,Economy,I don’t mind losing 2-3 rupees by sending my salary in dirham to support the country. But the gap is 10-11 rupees.,More Sri Lankans switch to Hawala as money printing drive parallel exchange rates I don’t mind losing 2-3 rupees by sending my salary in dirham to support the country. But the gap is 10-11 rupees.,negative,-0.994923651
"Sri Lanka to test LP Gas shipments, warning odourant hiked amid fire risk: minister",12/3/2021,Energy,LP Gas companies asked to halt distribution until odourant hike to make leaks more detectable,"Sri Lanka to test LP Gas shipments, warning odourant hiked amid fire risk: minister LP Gas companies asked to halt distribution until odourant hike to make leaks more detectable",negative,-0.996327341
Sri Lanka power restored gradually after cascading failure,12/3/2021,Energy,Sri Lanka has been experiencing heavy rains leading to record inflows to hydro power stations ,Sri Lanka power restored gradually after cascading failure Sri Lanka has been experiencing heavy rains leading to record inflows to hydro power stations ,positive,0.985160351
Sri Lanka power blackout as grid hit by cascading failure,12/3/2021,Energy,Update: Failure in Kotmale-Biygama line suspected,Sri Lanka power blackout as grid hit by cascading failure Update: Failure in Kotmale-Biygama line suspected,negative,-0.999423385
Sri Lanka finds first case of Omicron Coronavirus variant,12/3/2021,Health,Today we have found one Omicron infected person from our labs,Sri Lanka finds first case of Omicron Coronavirus variant Today we have found one Omicron infected person from our labs,negative,-0.973823607
China embassy takes swipe at Sri Lanka over halting power projects near India,12/3/2021,Economy,There is already in a diplomatic spat over a rejected Chinese fertilizer shipment,China embassy takes swipe at Sri Lanka over halting power projects near India There is already in a diplomatic spat over a rejected Chinese fertilizer shipment,negative,-0.997102797
"Sri Lanka borders open in peak tourist season amid forex crisis, but caution advised",12/3/2021,Economy,"During these lockdowns, many people complained that they do not have a away to live","Sri Lanka borders open in peak tourist season amid forex crisis, but caution advised During these lockdowns, many people complained that they do not have a away to live",negative,-0.985296667
Sri Lanka to freeze bank accounts linked to informal remittance amid forex crisis,12/3/2021,Economy,Rs 10 rupee extra given by CB in December in official multiple exchange rate,Sri Lanka to freeze bank accounts linked to informal remittance amid forex crisis Rs 10 rupee extra given by CB in December in official multiple exchange rate,negative,-0.982212007
Sri Lanka stocks fall on illiquid shares; analysts see possible market correction soon,12/2/2021,Markets,"""But the overall picture is that these shares are on their way down.""","Sri Lanka stocks fall on illiquid shares; analysts see possible market correction soon ""But the overall picture is that these shares are on their way down.""",negative,-0.999132812
Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka ready to regulate LP Gas: Chairman,12/2/2021,Energy, The Commission has not been legally empowered to regulate this area to date,Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka ready to regulate LP Gas: Chairman  The Commission has not been legally empowered to regulate this area to date,negative,-0.993023634
Sri Lanka bond yields ease,12/2/2021,Bonds & Forex,More participation in the market ,Sri Lanka bond yields ease More participation in the market ,positive,0.998180151
Sri Lanka's Board of Investment hit by multiple resignations,12/2/2021,Economy,Resignations came shortly after a recent COPE hearing,Sri Lanka's Board of Investment hit by multiple resignations Resignations came shortly after a recent COPE hearing,negative,-0.998877108
"Sri Lanka Finance Minister, CB Governor to open Economic Summit",12/2/2021,Economy,Sessions on seven areas,"Sri Lanka Finance Minister, CB Governor to open Economic Summit Sessions on seven areas",positive,0.99504602
Sri Lanka PM seeks support of Islamic nations to revive pandemic-hit economy,12/2/2021,Political News,The Prime Minister said he expects cooperation from Islamic countries to revive Sri Lankan economy,Sri Lanka PM seeks support of Islamic nations to revive pandemic-hit economy The Prime Minister said he expects cooperation from Islamic countries to revive Sri Lankan economy,negative,-0.967437267
Sri Lanka faces blackouts after CEB official resisting unsolicited deals removed,12/2/2021,Energy,"""We are raising a voice against replacing the rule of law with the law of the jungle.""","Sri Lanka faces blackouts after CEB official resisting unsolicited deals removed ""We are raising a voice against replacing the rule of law with the law of the jungle.""",negative,-0.998352647
Sri Lanka INSEE unit cuts costs using China-run Hambantota Port,12/2/2021,Logistics,Hambantota port had allowed INSEE to bring larger ships lowering costs,Sri Lanka INSEE unit cuts costs using China-run Hambantota Port Hambantota port had allowed INSEE to bring larger ships lowering costs,negative,-0.992374957
Sri Lanka expects Kazakhstan tourist influx till April: Aitken Spence,12/2/2021,Business,Attempts to increase weekly flights,Sri Lanka expects Kazakhstan tourist influx till April: Aitken Spence Attempts to increase weekly flights,negative,-0.98729521
Sri Lanka Finance Minister in economic co-oporation talks with India amid forex crisis,12/2/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has sought a credit line and a swap from India,Sri Lanka Finance Minister in economic co-oporation talks with India amid forex crisis Sri Lanka has sought a credit line and a swap from India,negative,-0.964523792
"Sri Lanka HIV spread due to unprotected sex, undiagnosed cases about 1,000",12/2/2021,Health,For the first two quarters 19 deaths have occurred due to HIV,"Sri Lanka HIV spread due to unprotected sex, undiagnosed cases about 1,000 For the first two quarters 19 deaths have occurred due to HIV",negative,-0.989385307
Sri Lanka’s hSenid Business Solutions Limited’s IPO opens,12/1/2021,Markets,"If fully subscribed, the new shares will amount to 20 percent of the post issue shares of the company.","Sri Lanka’s hSenid Business Solutions Limited’s IPO opens If fully subscribed, the new shares will amount to 20 percent of the post issue shares of the company.",positive,0.729094565
Sri Lanka shares down;  rupee fall speculation weigh,12/1/2021,Markets,Investors booked profits amid fears of a rupee depreciation ,Sri Lanka shares down;  rupee fall speculation weigh Investors booked profits amid fears of a rupee depreciation ,negative,-0.997589469
Sri Lanka's bond yields ease marginally,12/1/2021,Markets,T-bills auction fully subscribed ,Sri Lanka's bond yields ease marginally T-bills auction fully subscribed ,positive,0.781568527
Sri Lanka central bank to pay Rs10 extra per dollar for worker remittances,12/1/2021,Economy,Only 2 rupees extra were paid earlier,Sri Lanka central bank to pay Rs10 extra per dollar for worker remittances Only 2 rupees extra were paid earlier,negative,-0.980004132
Sri Lanka pledges to co-oporate with UN on labour issues – MFA,12/1/2021,International news,Sri Lanka appraised by UN on the progress it has made with regard to making the country a ‘child labour free zone,Sri Lanka pledges to co-oporate with UN on labour issues – MFA Sri Lanka appraised by UN on the progress it has made with regard to making the country a ‘child labour free zone,positive,0.984917939
Sri Lanka CPC has asked for reduction of Rs42 tax on petrol: Minister,12/1/2021,Energy,More carbon heavy diesel taxed at a lower rate,Sri Lanka CPC has asked for reduction of Rs42 tax on petrol: Minister More carbon heavy diesel taxed at a lower rate,negative,-0.984743357
Sri Lanka women company directors forum could help boost board representation: IFC,12/1/2021,Business,"Out of CSE-listed company directors, 9.5% are women ","Sri Lanka women company directors forum could help boost board representation: IFC Out of CSE-listed company directors, 9.5% are women ",negative,-0.704217792
"Sri Lanka rupee dollar swap discounts deepen, kerb greenbacks 239 rupees",12/1/2021,Bonds & Forex,No active trading in spot,"Sri Lanka rupee dollar swap discounts deepen, kerb greenbacks 239 rupees No active trading in spot",negative,-0.999455988
Sri Lanka puts glyphosate back on banned list,12/1/2021,Agriculture,Under new import control laws issued on Nov 30,Sri Lanka puts glyphosate back on banned list Under new import control laws issued on Nov 30,negative,-0.995963931
Sri Lanka lifts ban on synthetic fertilizers from Nov 30,12/1/2021,Economy,New gazette issued repealing May 06 ban,Sri Lanka lifts ban on synthetic fertilizers from Nov 30 New gazette issued repealing May 06 ban,negative,-0.926714122
Mark Surgenor heads HSBC Sri Lanka and Maldives,12/1/2021,Banking,"He had joined HSBC in 2009 and has worked in Europe, Latin America and Asia","Mark Surgenor heads HSBC Sri Lanka and Maldives He had joined HSBC in 2009 and has worked in Europe, Latin America and Asia",positive,0.990810394
"Sri Lanka drug shortages being cleared soon, some have alternatives: Minister",12/1/2021,Health,"Drugs that are in short supply will be restocked in the next few weeks, medical authorities said.","Sri Lanka drug shortages being cleared soon, some have alternatives: Minister Drugs that are in short supply will be restocked in the next few weeks, medical authorities said.",negative,-0.996650755
"Fed to end injections sooner, ‘retire’ transitory, Powell says as inflation rages in Sri Lanka",12/1/2021,Economy,I think it is a good time to retire that word (transitory) and explain more clearly what we mean,"Fed to end injections sooner, ‘retire’ transitory, Powell says as inflation rages in Sri Lanka I think it is a good time to retire that word (transitory) and explain more clearly what we mean",positive,0.950726271
"Sri Lanka to have lockdown-free Christmas, says govt, as Omicron threat looms",11/30/2021,Health,"""The health as well as the economy and social security of the country are in the hands of the general public.""","Sri Lanka to have lockdown-free Christmas, says govt, as Omicron threat looms ""The health as well as the economy and social security of the country are in the hands of the general public.""",negative,-0.977656424
Sri Lanka president appoints committee to probe gas explosions,11/30/2021,Accident,The committee is chaired by Prof Shantha Walpola from the University of Moratuwa.,Sri Lanka president appoints committee to probe gas explosions The committee is chaired by Prof Shantha Walpola from the University of Moratuwa.,positive,0.918165803
Sri Lanka stock index hits fresh peak on export firms; foreigners exit over rupee woes,11/30/2021,Markets,Expo gained 150 points ,Sri Lanka stock index hits fresh peak on export firms; foreigners exit over rupee woes Expo gained 150 points ,positive,0.994805157
Sri Lanka bond market yields slightly ease,11/30/2021,Bonds & Forex,60 billion bills to be sold at a weekly auction on Wednesday   ,Sri Lanka bond market yields slightly ease 60 billion bills to be sold at a weekly auction on Wednesday   ,positive,0.983945787
Omicron threat: Sri Lanka tracing travellers from high risk countries,11/30/2021,Health,The strain has already spread to 15 countries,Omicron threat: Sri Lanka tracing travellers from high risk countries The strain has already spread to 15 countries,negative,-0.988359213
Sri Lanka bought Sinopharm at US$7: State Minister,11/30/2021,Economy,President Rajapaksa wrote personally to the Chairman of Sinopharm,Sri Lanka bought Sinopharm at US$7: State Minister President Rajapaksa wrote personally to the Chairman of Sinopharm,negative,-0.544820607
Sri Lanka considers medical cannabis export amid worst ever forex crisis,11/30/2021,Economy,The MP said the government plans to seek parliamentary approval in the next three months.,Sri Lanka considers medical cannabis export amid worst ever forex crisis The MP said the government plans to seek parliamentary approval in the next three months.,negative,-0.997933507
"Sri Lanka inflation hits 9.9-pct Nov 2021, amid money printing",11/30/2021,Economy,Food prices have risen 34-pct since the current bout of inflationary policy began,"Sri Lanka inflation hits 9.9-pct Nov 2021, amid money printing Food prices have risen 34-pct since the current bout of inflationary policy began",negative,-0.979399323
Sri Lanka to import rice from Myanmar for US$460 a tonne,11/30/2021,Economy,Import controls keep domestic prices high,Sri Lanka to import rice from Myanmar for US$460 a tonne Import controls keep domestic prices high,negative,-0.968762577
"Sri Lanka looking to mix organic, inorganic fertilizer in hopes of higher yield: minister",11/30/2021,Agriculture,"""Chemical fertilizer, once imported and made available in the market, will be sold at a market price.""","Sri Lanka looking to mix organic, inorganic fertilizer in hopes of higher yield: minister ""Chemical fertilizer, once imported and made available in the market, will be sold at a market price.""",negative,-0.982511878
Sri Lanka's Jaffna peninsula may have oil: Minister,11/30/2021,Energy,Aerial survey data to be analyzed in three months,Sri Lanka's Jaffna peninsula may have oil: Minister Aerial survey data to be analyzed in three months,negative,-0.99293524
Sri Lanka CPC controversial US$2.5bn re-financing attempt fails,11/30/2021,Energy,7 percent fee was to cover credit insurance,Sri Lanka CPC controversial US$2.5bn re-financing attempt fails 7 percent fee was to cover credit insurance,negative,-0.998199344
Is Sri Lanka’s pandemic debt moratorium interest free? – fact checked,11/30/2021,Business,"For the borrowers who did not pay the interest, a separate interest for that unsettled interest payment will be char...","Is Sri Lanka’s pandemic debt moratorium interest free? – fact checked For the borrowers who did not pay the interest, a separate interest for that unsettled interest payment will be char...",negative,-0.997352719
Sri Lanka stock index ends steady; export shares gain,11/29/2021,Markets,More investors seemed to move for health sector and export oriented stocks,Sri Lanka stock index ends steady; export shares gain More investors seemed to move for health sector and export oriented stocks,positive,0.994308054
Sri Lanka bond market ends quiet,11/29/2021,Uncategorized,Bond auction fully subscribed ,Sri Lanka bond market ends quiet Bond auction fully subscribed ,positive,0.681229591
"Sri Lanka LPG fires: testing samples, no composition standard: Minister",11/29/2021,Energy,New standards were published in September but nobody seems to have taken notice,"Sri Lanka LPG fires: testing samples, no composition standard: Minister New standards were published in September but nobody seems to have taken notice",negative,-0.999331653
Sri Lanka to largely stick with current travel guidelines for tourists for now,11/29/2021,Health,A top official at Sri Lanka's foreign ministry said the current travel guidelines are unlikely to be changed.,Sri Lanka to largely stick with current travel guidelines for tourists for now A top official at Sri Lanka's foreign ministry said the current travel guidelines are unlikely to be changed.,negative,-0.975418031
"As Omicron looms, Sri Laka health experts call for accelerated vaccine rollout",11/29/2021,Health,Sri Lanka now has fully vaccinated 13.7 million so far.,"As Omicron looms, Sri Laka health experts call for accelerated vaccine rollout Sri Lanka now has fully vaccinated 13.7 million so far.",negative,-0.778280795
SriLanka Airlines loses Rs24.8bn from April to July 2021,11/29/2021,Aviation,Airline had a seat factor of 20-pct,SriLanka Airlines loses Rs24.8bn from April to July 2021 Airline had a seat factor of 20-pct,negative,-0.999155283
"Sri Lanka sells Rs30bn in bonds, tap open",11/29/2021,Bonds & Forex,All offered bonds sold,"Sri Lanka sells Rs30bn in bonds, tap open All offered bonds sold",negative,-0.650807202
Sri Lanka bond market steady,11/29/2021,Bonds & Forex,price increase for bakery items,Sri Lanka bond market steady price increase for bakery items,positive,0.993259847
"Sri Lanka bread, short eats prices up after money printing",11/29/2021,Economy,Other than water all inputs have gone up ,"Sri Lanka bread, short eats prices up after money printing Other than water all inputs have gone up ",negative,-0.995446384
Sri Lanka tax-payers left guessing after latest tax upheaval,11/29/2021,Economy,"Exporters may face cascading tax, low margin and price controlled businesses will be squeezed ","Sri Lanka tax-payers left guessing after latest tax upheaval Exporters may face cascading tax, low margin and price controlled businesses will be squeezed ",negative,-0.997817993
Sri Lanka SOE given import monopoly on desiccated coconut,11/28/2021,Economy,A 300 per kg tax imposed and 299 taken off for BCC Lanka,Sri Lanka SOE given import monopoly on desiccated coconut A 300 per kg tax imposed and 299 taken off for BCC Lanka,negative,-0.995982051
"Sri Lanka warned to get vaccines, be cautions as new variant found",11/28/2021,Health,Countries have generally not succeeded in blocking new variants from coming in,"Sri Lanka warned to get vaccines, be cautions as new variant found Countries have generally not succeeded in blocking new variants from coming in",negative,-0.998365819
Sri Lanka President warns of unpopular measures as stimulus hits external stability,11/28/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka is among countries in the world that has handled the Coronavirus better than most,Sri Lanka President warns of unpopular measures as stimulus hits external stability Sri Lanka is among countries in the world that has handled the Coronavirus better than most,negative,-0.834573507
"MAS, Akbar Brothers win top Sri Lanka export awards",11/27/2021,Economy,Awards for last year also given,"MAS, Akbar Brothers win top Sri Lanka export awards Awards for last year also given",positive,0.998846889
Omicron variant: Sri Lanka to ban inbound travellers from six African countries,11/27/2021,Health,The ban will go into effect from 0000hours on November 28.,Omicron variant: Sri Lanka to ban inbound travellers from six African countries The ban will go into effect from 0000hours on November 28.,negative,-0.986061573
"Sri Lanka's Litro Gas says gas explosions linked to substandard regulators, tubes",11/27/2021,Accidents,Litro Gas supplies 80 percent of the liquid petroleum gas (LPG) cylinder market in Sri Lanka.,"Sri Lanka's Litro Gas says gas explosions linked to substandard regulators, tubes Litro Gas supplies 80 percent of the liquid petroleum gas (LPG) cylinder market in Sri Lanka.",negative,-0.994424462
Will the future of schooling be hybrid?,11/27/2021,Culture,Students like the idea of physical school but educators propose a mix of online and actual presence,Will the future of schooling be hybrid? Students like the idea of physical school but educators propose a mix of online and actual presence,positive,0.80969739
Sri Lanka share index hits fresh record high; risks remain  ,11/26/2021,Bonds & Forex,Forex risks remain ,Sri Lanka share index hits fresh record high; risks remain   Forex risks remain ,positive,0.981195211
Sri Lanka on alert for heavily mutated variant of SARS-CoV-2; caution advised,11/26/2021,Health,"The variant, named B.1.1.529 was first detected on November 24.","Sri Lanka on alert for heavily mutated variant of SARS-CoV-2; caution advised The variant, named B.1.1.529 was first detected on November 24.",negative,-0.993941069
Sri Lanka call by German warship under Indo-Pacific strategy,11/26/2021,Defence,Germany is among top three importing and exporting nations of the world,Sri Lanka call by German warship under Indo-Pacific strategy Germany is among top three importing and exporting nations of the world,positive,0.994161665
Sri Lanka opposition suggests govt internal squabble over fertilizer a diversion tactic,11/26/2021,Politics,"""We wonder if they’re doing this on purpose to divert attention away from the farmers’ issue.""","Sri Lanka opposition suggests govt internal squabble over fertilizer a diversion tactic ""We wonder if they’re doing this on purpose to divert attention away from the farmers’ issue.""",negative,-0.997574151
Sri Lanka bond markets quiet,11/26/2021,Bonds & Forex,Only handful active ,Sri Lanka bond markets quiet Only handful active ,negative,-0.993198216
Sri Lanka to go ahead with fuel price stabilisation fund: energy minister,11/26/2021,Energy,"“Going forward, the fuel price shall be decided by the fuel price stabilisation fund and not by ministers.""","Sri Lanka to go ahead with fuel price stabilisation fund: energy minister “Going forward, the fuel price shall be decided by the fuel price stabilisation fund and not by ministers.""",negative,-0.970396578
Sri Lanka CB chief sees negative fallouts from IMF deal,11/26/2021,Economy,Sharply higher rates and a currency fall,Sri Lanka CB chief sees negative fallouts from IMF deal Sharply higher rates and a currency fall,negative,-0.999473393
Sri Lanka central bank blames usual suspects for inflation after printing money,11/26/2021,Economy,Food prices have been surging amid trade restrictions,Sri Lanka central bank blames usual suspects for inflation after printing money Food prices have been surging amid trade restrictions,negative,-0.995967746
Fire accidents in Sri Lanka LP gas leak raise safety questions,11/26/2021,Accidents,Human negligence blamed for the explosions ,Fire accidents in Sri Lanka LP gas leak raise safety questions Human negligence blamed for the explosions ,negative,-0.987280667
Sirisena strikes: Former Sri Lanka president hits out at agriculture minister,11/25/2021,Politics,"In a no-holds-barred response in parliament, Sirisena seemed to lay the blame squarely on the minister.","Sirisena strikes: Former Sri Lanka president hits out at agriculture minister In a no-holds-barred response in parliament, Sirisena seemed to lay the blame squarely on the minister.",negative,-0.969268262
Sri Lanka stocks up after CB keeps rates steady; foreigners exit,11/25/2021,Markets,Foreign investors sold 1 billion rupees worth of shares,Sri Lanka stocks up after CB keeps rates steady; foreigners exit Foreign investors sold 1 billion rupees worth of shares,negative,-0.925908089
Sri Lanka Met Dept warns heavy rains and floods due to atmospheric disturbance,11/25/2021,Weather and Climate,"""Fairly heavy showers above 75mm can be expected elsewhere in the island,"" it said.","Sri Lanka Met Dept warns heavy rains and floods due to atmospheric disturbance ""Fairly heavy showers above 75mm can be expected elsewhere in the island,"" it said.",negative,-0.975723624
Sri Lanka targets US$3.5bn forex reserves by end 2021,11/25/2021,Economy,There will be no default: CB Governor says,Sri Lanka targets US$3.5bn forex reserves by end 2021 There will be no default: CB Governor says,positive,0.977755785
Germany urges Sri Lanka to end import controls,11/25/2021,Economy,These import restrictions are neither fair nor free,Germany urges Sri Lanka to end import controls These import restrictions are neither fair nor free,negative,-0.997937858
Sri Lanka's CEB engineers on 'work to rule' campaign against New Fortress LNG deal,11/25/2021,Power,"Protesting against the agreement, the CEB engineers launched their work to rule campaign at 12pm on Thursday.","Sri Lanka's CEB engineers on 'work to rule' campaign against New Fortress LNG deal Protesting against the agreement, the CEB engineers launched their work to rule campaign at 12pm on Thursday.",negative,-0.876867115
Sri Lanka opens Japan-funded 'Golden Gate Kalyani' bridge,11/25/2021,Construction and Real Estate,"The total cost for the project is 55,000 million rupees, according to the president’s media division (PMD).","Sri Lanka opens Japan-funded 'Golden Gate Kalyani' bridge The total cost for the project is 55,000 million rupees, according to the president’s media division (PMD).",negative,-0.941901028
Sri Lanka’s ferry tragedy turns into ugly politics; ruling and opposition MPs trade charges,11/25/2021,Accident,"“There are 100,000 people living in Kinniya and an alternate road should have been considered.""","Sri Lanka’s ferry tragedy turns into ugly politics; ruling and opposition MPs trade charges “There are 100,000 people living in Kinniya and an alternate road should have been considered.""",negative,-0.999653578
Sri Lanka to crack down on Hawala remittances,11/25/2021,Economy,We have been collecting information on these activities,Sri Lanka to crack down on Hawala remittances We have been collecting information on these activities,negative,-0.973355114
"IMF mission in Sri Lanka for Article IV discussions, no program request",11/25/2021,Economy,The Article IV team will be in Sri Lanka from December  7 to 20.,"IMF mission in Sri Lanka for Article IV discussions, no program request The Article IV team will be in Sri Lanka from December  7 to 20.",negative,-0.908927083
"Sri Lanka keeps rates at 6.0-pct amid high inflation, forex trouble",11/25/2021,Economy,Inflation is transitory ,"Sri Lanka keeps rates at 6.0-pct amid high inflation, forex trouble Inflation is transitory ",negative,-0.987935543
"Sri Lanka budget new taxes to hurt insurer profits, premiums to go up: Fitch",11/25/2021,Finance,Budget proposed turnover taxes and super gains taxes,"Sri Lanka budget new taxes to hurt insurer profits, premiums to go up: Fitch Budget proposed turnover taxes and super gains taxes",negative,-0.995105624
Stax gets investment from Blue Point Capital partners,11/25/2021,Business,"Its clients included global private equity (PE) firms, global and local corporates","Stax gets investment from Blue Point Capital partners Its clients included global private equity (PE) firms, global and local corporates",positive,0.998252094
"Sri Lanka Insurance 'CCC+' rating confirmed, new Grand Hyatt investment to weaken RBC",11/25/2021,Finance,New super gains tax to reduce profits,"Sri Lanka Insurance 'CCC+' rating confirmed, new Grand Hyatt investment to weaken RBC New super gains tax to reduce profits",negative,-0.98617053
"Do not treat symptoms of untested COVID-19 patients, Sri Lanka health official warns",11/25/2021,Health,"""If you treat the symptoms different medications may be used and that can severely affect the condition of the patient.""","Do not treat symptoms of untested COVID-19 patients, Sri Lanka health official warns ""If you treat the symptoms different medications may be used and that can severely affect the condition of the patient.""",negative,-0.998102605
"UN expert on modern slavery to visit Sri Lanka to assess labour conditions, laws",11/24/2021,Human Rights,"“I am particularly interested in assessing to what extent progress has already been achieved in this regard.""","UN expert on modern slavery to visit Sri Lanka to assess labour conditions, laws “I am particularly interested in assessing to what extent progress has already been achieved in this regard.""",positive,0.982238352
China's ZPMC wins Sri Lanka STS and gantry crane deal,11/24/2021,Logistics,Six parties have bid the contract,China's ZPMC wins Sri Lanka STS and gantry crane deal Six parties have bid the contract,positive,0.936461329
"Sri Lanka ECT construction deal to China Habhour, Access Engineering",11/24/2021,Logistics,The cabinet had approved the award after evaluating three bids,"Sri Lanka ECT construction deal to China Habhour, Access Engineering The cabinet had approved the award after evaluating three bids",positive,0.78437072
"Sri Lanka sells Rs61bn in Treasuries, 3-month yield down 22bp",11/24/2021,Bonds & Forex,All maturing bills rolled over,"Sri Lanka sells Rs61bn in Treasuries, 3-month yield down 22bp All maturing bills rolled over",negative,-0.997024238
Sri Lanka shares edge down ahead monetary policy announcement,11/24/2021,Markets,CBSL 8th monetary policy on Thursday (25),Sri Lanka shares edge down ahead monetary policy announcement CBSL 8th monetary policy on Thursday (25),positive,0.776536047
"Sri Lanka to set up another energy SOE, for natural gas",11/24/2021,Energy,300 SOE's in Sri Lanka are eating away tax revenue already ,"Sri Lanka to set up another energy SOE, for natural gas 300 SOE's in Sri Lanka are eating away tax revenue already ",negative,-0.997332811
Sri Lanka to introduce cashless QR code payment system at expressway toll booths,11/24/2021,Sci-Tech,LankaClear has been driving digital transactions in the country by introducing several products to the market.,Sri Lanka to introduce cashless QR code payment system at expressway toll booths LankaClear has been driving digital transactions in the country by introducing several products to the market.,positive,0.991121888
"Sri Lanka ends fertilizer ban, private sector imports allowed",11/24/2021,Economy,Chemical fertilizer can be taken from the open market,"Sri Lanka ends fertilizer ban, private sector imports allowed Chemical fertilizer can be taken from the open market",negative,-0.989311099
"Sri Lanka to amend media laws, ethics, formulate national media policy",11/24/2021,Media,Journalists in Sri Lanka have long advocated self-regulation of the media.,"Sri Lanka to amend media laws, ethics, formulate national media policy Journalists in Sri Lanka have long advocated self-regulation of the media.",positive,0.899542093
Effective tax on Sri Lanka banks could go up to 70-pct with new 'super gains' tax,11/24/2021,Economy,In the budget for 2022 proposed a windfall tax on 25 percent for large companies,Effective tax on Sri Lanka banks could go up to 70-pct with new 'super gains' tax In the budget for 2022 proposed a windfall tax on 25 percent for large companies,negative,-0.989759326
"Sri Lanka health workers to go on token strike Nov 24, 25",11/23/2021,Health,"""Do not come saying whoever wants to leave can leave or it is unfair that workers are going for a strike at this time.""","Sri Lanka health workers to go on token strike Nov 24, 25 ""Do not come saying whoever wants to leave can leave or it is unfair that workers are going for a strike at this time.""",negative,-0.996146917
New COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka to increasingly be among vaxxed; lockdown incoming?,11/23/2021,Health,"According to official data, Sri Lanka has vaccinated more than 62 percent of the total population as of Tuesday.","New COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka to increasingly be among vaxxed; lockdown incoming? According to official data, Sri Lanka has vaccinated more than 62 percent of the total population as of Tuesday.",negative,-0.991488814
Sri Lanka stock index closes at fresh peak; monetary policy awaited,11/23/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka’s share index gained for a second straight session with a 1.03 percent rise on Tuesday,Sri Lanka stock index closes at fresh peak; monetary policy awaited Sri Lanka’s share index gained for a second straight session with a 1.03 percent rise on Tuesday,positive,0.811203718
"Sri Lanka ruling party MP to resign, take up US envoy post to strengthen US-SL ties",11/23/2021,Human Rights,"“I am not leaving politics. I am going at the request of the president.""","Sri Lanka ruling party MP to resign, take up US envoy post to strengthen US-SL ties “I am not leaving politics. I am going at the request of the president.""",positive,0.997251689
Sarvodaya Development Finance IPO oversubscribed,11/23/2021,Markets,SDF subscriptions exceeding a billion rupees,Sarvodaya Development Finance IPO oversubscribed SDF subscriptions exceeding a billion rupees,negative,-0.9989447
Sri Lanka's JKH to raise US$80mn from ADB,11/23/2021,Markets,The money is to be used to finance JKH's projects.,Sri Lanka's JKH to raise US$80mn from ADB The money is to be used to finance JKH's projects.,negative,-0.984305084
Sri Lanka agriculture minister removes official  who lifted Glyphosate ban,11/23/2021,Agriculture,The minister said the gazette has been revoked and the ban on Glyphosate continues.,Sri Lanka agriculture minister removes official  who lifted Glyphosate ban The minister said the gazette has been revoked and the ban on Glyphosate continues.,negative,-0.975310445
Lanka Premier League T20 series: Sri Lanka to allow limited crowds at stands,11/23/2021,Health,The 2021 LPL T20 tournament is scheduled to be held from December 5 to 23.,Lanka Premier League T20 series: Sri Lanka to allow limited crowds at stands The 2021 LPL T20 tournament is scheduled to be held from December 5 to 23.,positive,0.672948956
Angry residents burn tires in protest following ferry tragedy in Sri Lanka,11/23/2021,Accident,MP Rauf Hakeem told parliament that the ferry had been operating without a permit.,Angry residents burn tires in protest following ferry tragedy in Sri Lanka MP Rauf Hakeem told parliament that the ferry had been operating without a permit.,negative,-0.999380469
Sri Lanka energy minister calls for fuel pricing formula if stabilisation fund is no go,11/23/2021,Economy,He said the stabilisation fund that was originally proposed by him on March 15 has yet to receive cabinet approval.,Sri Lanka energy minister calls for fuel pricing formula if stabilisation fund is no go He said the stabilisation fund that was originally proposed by him on March 15 has yet to receive cabinet approval.,negative,-0.998702526
Sri Lanka national inflation surges to a 4-year high after money printing,11/23/2021,Economy,"Since inflationary policy began from around August 2019, the food index had risen 28.5-pct","Sri Lanka national inflation surges to a 4-year high after money printing Since inflationary policy began from around August 2019, the food index had risen 28.5-pct",positive,0.588612139
Sri Lanka plans to auction M2 oil block with gas well in early 2022,11/23/2021,Energy,Cairn India in 2011 found  the presence of natural gas in the well named Dorado but did not develop it.,Sri Lanka plans to auction M2 oil block with gas well in early 2022 Cairn India in 2011 found  the presence of natural gas in the well named Dorado but did not develop it.,negative,-0.995672464
"Top UN official in Sri Lanka Nov 23-25 to meet govt, opp leaders, civil society",11/22/2021,Human Rights,The visit follows UN Secretary-General António Guterres’s meeting with President Gotabaya Rajapaksa in September.,"Top UN official in Sri Lanka Nov 23-25 to meet govt, opp leaders, civil society The visit follows UN Secretary-General António Guterres’s meeting with President Gotabaya Rajapaksa in September.",positive,0.995954752
"Sri Lanka COVID-19: Cases of unknown origin rising, hospitalisation at approx 50 pct",11/22/2021,Health,"“Even 700 cases a day is considered a critical situation,” said Dr Herath.","Sri Lanka COVID-19: Cases of unknown origin rising, hospitalisation at approx 50 pct “Even 700 cases a day is considered a critical situation,” said Dr Herath.",negative,-0.992304504
Sri Lanka stocks gain on bargain hunting ,11/22/2021,Markets,Market still jittery ,Sri Lanka stocks gain on bargain hunting  Market still jittery ,negative,-0.988054216
Sri Lanka halts chemical fertilizer subsidies,11/22/2021,Agriculture, The government will only distribute organic fertilizer and provide subsidies for organic farming,Sri Lanka halts chemical fertilizer subsidies  The government will only distribute organic fertilizer and provide subsidies for organic farming,negative,-0.997883976
Sri Lanka parliament passes 2022 budget with 153 votes,11/22/2021,Economy,The budget is first by Finance Minister Basil Rajapaksa,Sri Lanka parliament passes 2022 budget with 153 votes The budget is first by Finance Minister Basil Rajapaksa,positive,0.980588019
Sri Lanka to relax fertilizer imports for vegetables: Minister,11/22/2021,Agriculture,No decision on paddy,Sri Lanka to relax fertilizer imports for vegetables: Minister No decision on paddy,negative,-0.981734931
"Sri Lanka's nattami porters go on strike, demand higher compensation",11/22/2021,Economy,"""Even a cup of plain (black) tea costs about 20-25 rupees,"" one nattami said.","Sri Lanka's nattami porters go on strike, demand higher compensation ""Even a cup of plain (black) tea costs about 20-25 rupees,"" one nattami said.",negative,-0.996928513
Sri Lanka targets 'quarter' arrack bottles after banning fertilizer,11/22/2021,Political News,We have to somehow stop this,Sri Lanka targets 'quarter' arrack bottles after banning fertilizer We have to somehow stop this,negative,-0.996946275
Sri Lanka minister says cars with one passenger should be banned after printing money,11/22/2021,Economy,A law should be brought that a minimum of three to four passengers should be in the car,Sri Lanka minister says cars with one passenger should be banned after printing money A law should be brought that a minimum of three to four passengers should be in the car,negative,-0.998968005
Sri Lanka moves to relax fertilizer ban for some crops as food prices soar,11/22/2021,Agriculture,Meeting with President on Monday,Sri Lanka moves to relax fertilizer ban for some crops as food prices soar Meeting with President on Monday,positive,0.877952218
Sri Lanka opposition graphically warns on commode effect on controlled economy,11/21/2021,Economy," ""There are no commodes to go to toilet (Lat ekerter yun-ner lat porch-chiya nae)""","Sri Lanka opposition graphically warns on commode effect on controlled economy  ""There are no commodes to go to toilet (Lat ekerter yun-ner lat porch-chiya nae)""",negative,-0.987586975
Sri Lanka central bank appoints four assistant governors,11/21/2021,Economy,Appointments are effective from November 17,Sri Lanka central bank appoints four assistant governors Appointments are effective from November 17,positive,0.868300796
"Vietnam's Vinfast unveils electric vehicles, expects to ship from 2022",11/21/2021,Economy,"Vinfast unveiled a crossover and SUV, VFe35 and VFe36","Vietnam's Vinfast unveils electric vehicles, expects to ship from 2022 Vinfast unveiled a crossover and SUV, VFe35 and VFe36",positive,0.987536728
Queer artistes have a hard time entering mainstream media,11/21/2021,Culture,Pakistani queer artiste Rafay Shahzad describes his travails  ,Queer artistes have a hard time entering mainstream media Pakistani queer artiste Rafay Shahzad describes his travails  ,negative,-0.963407993
Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon profits down in Sept amid provisioning,11/21/2021,Banking,Strong loan growth driven by overdrafts,Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon profits down in Sept amid provisioning Strong loan growth driven by overdrafts,negative,-0.994621396
India's Vistara Airlines resumes Sri Lanka flights,11/20/2021,Aviation,The airline will expand to daily operations between Delhi and Mumbai,India's Vistara Airlines resumes Sri Lanka flights The airline will expand to daily operations between Delhi and Mumbai,positive,0.991645157
"Sri Lanka opposition MP lambasts govt, opposition; calls for new, inclusive constitution",11/19/2021,Politics,"“We are all Sri Lankans, not outsiders. Not Sinhalese, Muslim, or Tamil, but Sri Lankan,” he said.","Sri Lanka opposition MP lambasts govt, opposition; calls for new, inclusive constitution “We are all Sri Lankans, not outsiders. Not Sinhalese, Muslim, or Tamil, but Sri Lankan,” he said.",positive,0.648171067
Sri Lanka share index down as illiquid stock tumbles,11/19/2021,Markets,Three of LOLC subsidiaries were transacted to LOLC Ceylon Holdings Limited (LOCH),Sri Lanka share index down as illiquid stock tumbles Three of LOLC subsidiaries were transacted to LOLC Ceylon Holdings Limited (LOCH),negative,-0.999363244
Sri Lanka confirms new sub lineage of Delta strain of SARS-CoV-2,11/19/2021,Health,"He said out of the samples tested in the USJ laboratory, 288 were confirmed to be AY 104 variant.","Sri Lanka confirms new sub lineage of Delta strain of SARS-CoV-2 He said out of the samples tested in the USJ laboratory, 288 were confirmed to be AY 104 variant.",positive,0.657295287
Govt doing all it can to contain COVID-19; rest up to public: Sri Lanka health minister,11/19/2021,Health,"""There has to be some sacrifices from the side of the people too at a time like this,” he added.","Govt doing all it can to contain COVID-19; rest up to public: Sri Lanka health minister ""There has to be some sacrifices from the side of the people too at a time like this,” he added.",negative,-0.96947217
Sri Lanka exports hit October record as money printing drive forex shortages,11/19/2021,Economy,Exports up 21-pct up to October,Sri Lanka exports hit October record as money printing drive forex shortages Exports up 21-pct up to October,negative,-0.758006334
New COVID-19 clusters detected in Sri Lanka; authorities blame public gatherings,11/19/2021,Health,"""Most of these are due to public gatherings such as ceremonies, funerals and other events,"" Gunawardena said.","New COVID-19 clusters detected in Sri Lanka; authorities blame public gatherings ""Most of these are due to public gatherings such as ceremonies, funerals and other events,"" Gunawardena said.",negative,-0.994003236
Sri Lanka Airport Aviation Services loses Rs1.7bn in Covid-19,11/19/2021,Aviation,In 2019 without Covid AASL made profits of 15.2 billion rupees.,Sri Lanka Airport Aviation Services loses Rs1.7bn in Covid-19 In 2019 without Covid AASL made profits of 15.2 billion rupees.,negative,-0.999481976
"Sri Lanka's SDF is priced at a discount to peers, faster growth expected: IPO managers",11/19/2021,Banking,New capital will remove capital constraints,"Sri Lanka's SDF is priced at a discount to peers, faster growth expected: IPO managers New capital will remove capital constraints",negative,-0.887138903
Sri Lanka manufacturing recovers strongly in October : PMI,11/18/2021,Economy,Manufacturers stock up in anticipation of new orders while others due supply-side woes ,Sri Lanka manufacturing recovers strongly in October : PMI Manufacturers stock up in anticipation of new orders while others due supply-side woes ,negative,-0.926326096
"Sri Lanka president amends institutional, legal framework of several ministries",11/18/2021,Politics,A gazette issued by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa on Wednesday (17) announced the amendments.,"Sri Lanka president amends institutional, legal framework of several ministries A gazette issued by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa on Wednesday (17) announced the amendments.",negative,-0.816224396
"Sri Lanka's CPC debt 4.2-pct of GDP by July 2021, loses Rs61.8bn",11/18/2021,Economy,Part of losses comes from dollars borrowed after money printing,"Sri Lanka's CPC debt 4.2-pct of GDP by July 2021, loses Rs61.8bn Part of losses comes from dollars borrowed after money printing",negative,-0.999420285
"Sri Lanka, Bangladesh discuss cooperation in shipping",11/18/2021,Uncategorized,"""Enhanced cooperation between Chittagong and Sri Lankan ports will facilitate a win-win situation for both countries.""","Sri Lanka, Bangladesh discuss cooperation in shipping ""Enhanced cooperation between Chittagong and Sri Lankan ports will facilitate a win-win situation for both countries.""",positive,0.99892199
"Sri Lanka rupee/dollar swap discounts widen, LC opening further tightened",11/18/2021,Bonds & Forex,Window borrowings over Rs300 billion rupees,"Sri Lanka rupee/dollar swap discounts widen, LC opening further tightened Window borrowings over Rs300 billion rupees",negative,-0.894588113
Sri Lanka's Sarvodaya building supply chain for rural products,11/17/2021,Economy,SDF to develop a business portal ,Sri Lanka's Sarvodaya building supply chain for rural products SDF to develop a business portal ,positive,0.906476796
Sri Lanka stocks close steady,11/17/2021,Stocks & Companies,Liquid counters pushed the index ,Sri Lanka stocks close steady Liquid counters pushed the index ,positive,0.97757417
Schools in Sri Lanka may be shut again if current COVID-19 case trend continues: officials,11/17/2021,Education,"""Adults must act responsibly as the virus is more likely to transfer from them to children.""","Schools in Sri Lanka may be shut again if current COVID-19 case trend continues: officials ""Adults must act responsibly as the virus is more likely to transfer from them to children.""",negative,-0.999025583
"Sarvodaya DF modernizing Sri Lanka farming with mechanization, digital tech: CEO",11/17/2021,Agriculture,This is basically what we call a shared economy ecosystem,"Sarvodaya DF modernizing Sri Lanka farming with mechanization, digital tech: CEO This is basically what we call a shared economy ecosystem",positive,0.986400008
Sri Lanka police to probe opposition protestors; MPs want Speaker to investigate,11/17/2021,Politics,“The police needs to investigate the matter first. No one has been arrested yet. That’s all I can say at the moment....,Sri Lanka police to probe opposition protestors; MPs want Speaker to investigate “The police needs to investigate the matter first. No one has been arrested yet. That’s all I can say at the moment....,negative,-0.971573353
"Sri Lanka radio, tv spectrum auctions for new stations: Finance Minister",11/17/2021,Business,Financial viability and security aspects will be used for pre-qualification,"Sri Lanka radio, tv spectrum auctions for new stations: Finance Minister Financial viability and security aspects will be used for pre-qualification",negative,-0.99426645
Sri Lanka can take high road with cannabis instead of IMF to solve debt crisis: legislator,11/17/2021,Economy,"We do not have to beg and bend in two (hingar kun-ner, dekerter namen-ner) before the IMF  or other creditors","Sri Lanka can take high road with cannabis instead of IMF to solve debt crisis: legislator We do not have to beg and bend in two (hingar kun-ner, dekerter namen-ner) before the IMF  or other creditors",positive,0.949396253
Sri Lanka'S CEB losses down in September 2021 amid rains,11/17/2021,Energy,Group bottom line in the black,Sri Lanka'S CEB losses down in September 2021 amid rains Group bottom line in the black,negative,-0.998853326
Sri Lanka to administer COVID-19 booster shot to over-60s from Wed (17),11/16/2021,Uncategorized,Health officials had initially decided to give the booster shot to 60-year-olds six months after the second jab.,Sri Lanka to administer COVID-19 booster shot to over-60s from Wed (17) Health officials had initially decided to give the booster shot to 60-year-olds six months after the second jab.,negative,-0.994342685
Sri Lanka's stock index hits fresh peak helped by illiquid shares,11/16/2021,Markets,"ASPI crossed 11,000","Sri Lanka's stock index hits fresh peak helped by illiquid shares ASPI crossed 11,000",positive,0.9907794
Sri Lanka sells 3-month bill auction yield down 21bp,11/16/2021,Bonds & Forex,Stronger demand for 6-month bills,Sri Lanka sells 3-month bill auction yield down 21bp Stronger demand for 6-month bills,negative,-0.986935139
Sri Lanka opposition protests: crowds gather as police promises to act,11/16/2021,Politics,MP Dr Harsha de Silva told EconomyNext that the government is acting out in fear.,Sri Lanka opposition protests: crowds gather as police promises to act MP Dr Harsha de Silva told EconomyNext that the government is acting out in fear.,negative,-0.867778361
Sri Lanka technical committee approves Molnupiravir anti-COVID drug,11/16/2021,Health,The health ministry is awaiting official approval from the National Medicine Regulatory Authority (NMRA).,Sri Lanka technical committee approves Molnupiravir anti-COVID drug The health ministry is awaiting official approval from the National Medicine Regulatory Authority (NMRA).,negative,-0.964243531
Sri Lanka cabinet discussed going for IMF bailout at length: spokesman,11/16/2021,Economy,"""There was an in depth discussion on the pros and cons of going to the IMF, but no decision was taken,"" he said.","Sri Lanka cabinet discussed going for IMF bailout at length: spokesman ""There was an in depth discussion on the pros and cons of going to the IMF, but no decision was taken,"" he said.",negative,-0.991129875
Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka net down 4.4-pct,11/16/2021,Bonds & Forex,During lockdowns authorities ban alcohol sales,Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka net down 4.4-pct During lockdowns authorities ban alcohol sales,negative,-0.998545051
Sri Lanka's price control hit Laugfs Gas loses Rs950mn in September,11/16/2021,Energy,Price controls have since been lifted,Sri Lanka's price control hit Laugfs Gas loses Rs950mn in September Price controls have since been lifted,negative,-0.998489499
"Sri Lanka closes oil refinery amid money printing, forex shortages",11/15/2021,Economy,We made this decision to manage limited foreign exchange to import essential foods,"Sri Lanka closes oil refinery amid money printing, forex shortages We made this decision to manage limited foreign exchange to import essential foods",negative,-0.995669723
Sri Lanka stock index recovers to end at fresh peak after plunging on budget woes,11/15/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed at a new all-time closing high on Monday, recovering from initial plunge due to panic selling","Sri Lanka stock index recovers to end at fresh peak after plunging on budget woes Sri Lanka stocks closed at a new all-time closing high on Monday, recovering from initial plunge due to panic selling",positive,0.623282135
SJB defiant: Sri Lanka opposition to go ahead with protest despite legal hurdles,11/15/2021,Politics,"“Expect a good crowd, and protest marches coming from several areas will gather in Colombo,” he said.","SJB defiant: Sri Lanka opposition to go ahead with protest despite legal hurdles “Expect a good crowd, and protest marches coming from several areas will gather in Colombo,” he said.",positive,0.977667272
Sri Lanka public service made a burden by politicians: Opposition leader,11/15/2021,Economy,Extending retirement age will compound the problem,Sri Lanka public service made a burden by politicians: Opposition leader Extending retirement age will compound the problem,negative,-0.99817872
"Sri Lanka imports still strong in September, BOP deficit US$2.5bn",11/15/2021,Economy,Remittance fall amid a credibility loss of a peg at 203 ,"Sri Lanka imports still strong in September, BOP deficit US$2.5bn Remittance fall amid a credibility loss of a peg at 203 ",negative,-0.99926573
Sri Lanka to open schools for all grades as doctors warn of increasing screen addiction,11/15/2021,Education,"“Contrary to what many seem to think, we have taken a decision not to close schools again,"" the official said.","Sri Lanka to open schools for all grades as doctors warn of increasing screen addiction “Contrary to what many seem to think, we have taken a decision not to close schools again,"" the official said.",negative,-0.956447184
Sri Lanka state enterprises a burden on economy: Finance Minister,11/15/2021,Economy, Most of these institutions do not provide returns on the investments made by the government,Sri Lanka state enterprises a burden on economy: Finance Minister  Most of these institutions do not provide returns on the investments made by the government,negative,-0.998903394
Sri Lanka's NDB net up 24-pct in September quarter before windfall tax,11/15/2021,Business,Net Profits at Sri Lanka’s NDB Bank grew 24 percent to 1.8 billion rupees in the September 2021,Sri Lanka's NDB net up 24-pct in September quarter before windfall tax Net Profits at Sri Lanka’s NDB Bank grew 24 percent to 1.8 billion rupees in the September 2021,negative,-0.960920155
Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank profits up 78-pct before windfall tax,11/15/2021,Banking,NPL ratio falls amid 9.9-pct loan growth,Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank profits up 78-pct before windfall tax NPL ratio falls amid 9.9-pct loan growth,negative,-0.983504176
"Sri Lanka stocks plunge after budget taxed banks, big firms",11/15/2021,Markets,The fall was led by banks.,"Sri Lanka stocks plunge after budget taxed banks, big firms The fall was led by banks.",negative,-0.995175123
Sri Lanka recalls control-era NM Perera in budget 2022 amid new rubber import control,11/15/2021,Economy,'Our leaders and financial sector experts have failed to bring a long term programme to manage our foreign reserves',Sri Lanka recalls control-era NM Perera in budget 2022 amid new rubber import control 'Our leaders and financial sector experts have failed to bring a long term programme to manage our foreign reserves',negative,-0.99930346
"Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber says lifting price controls good, but warns against cascading tax",11/15/2021,Economy,Looking to engage with goverment,"Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber says lifting price controls good, but warns against cascading tax Looking to engage with goverment",positive,0.622423112
"Sri Lanka budget 2022: 9.8-pct of GDP deficit to be funded locally, repeats windfall taxes",11/15/2021,Economy,Windfall taxes are now being shown to be a habit. Super Gains Tax returns as 25-pct surcharge,"Sri Lanka budget 2022: 9.8-pct of GDP deficit to be funded locally, repeats windfall taxes Windfall taxes are now being shown to be a habit. Super Gains Tax returns as 25-pct surcharge",negative,-0.996841788
Sri Lanka CB says no forcible conversion of worker remittances in securitization,11/14/2021,Economy,Remittance surrenders are from voluntary conversions,Sri Lanka CB says no forcible conversion of worker remittances in securitization Remittance surrenders are from voluntary conversions,negative,-0.993833423
"East or West, women-headed startups face obstacles in a man’s world",11/14/2021,Business,"“Women get more questions about how they manage risk,” entrepreneur Elly Oldenburg","East or West, women-headed startups face obstacles in a man’s world “Women get more questions about how they manage risk,” entrepreneur Elly Oldenburg",negative,-0.596032023
Sri Lanka Finance Minister unaware of items in Special GST hatched in secret,11/14/2021,Economy,Officials have not even told me all the items since I may accidentally disclose them,Sri Lanka Finance Minister unaware of items in Special GST hatched in secret Officials have not even told me all the items since I may accidentally disclose them,negative,-0.998380423
Sri Lanka public sector ‘unbearable burden’: Finance Minister,11/13/2021,Economy,Unemployed graduates agitate lifetime jobs and pensions to take taxes home,Sri Lanka public sector ‘unbearable burden’: Finance Minister Unemployed graduates agitate lifetime jobs and pensions to take taxes home,negative,-0.99682498
Sri Lanka DFCC gets US$150mn from US development lender,11/13/2021,Banking,"One of the biggest issues faced by women entrepreneurs is limited access to finance, the US embassy said.  ","Sri Lanka DFCC gets US$150mn from US development lender One of the biggest issues faced by women entrepreneurs is limited access to finance, the US embassy said.  ",negative,-0.989184976
Reliance India buys Sri Lanka's amanté lingerie unit from MAS,11/13/2021,Apparel,"The company sells through its own stores multi-brand outlets, and e-commerce channels across India and Sri Lanka","Reliance India buys Sri Lanka's amanté lingerie unit from MAS The company sells through its own stores multi-brand outlets, and e-commerce channels across India and Sri Lanka",negative,-0.897509158
Sri Lanka seeks investment bank to securitize remittance surrenders,11/13/2021,Economy,"The Securitised Financing Arrangement could be in USD, Euro, Renminbi, Yen, or in a Gulf Cooperation Council currency","Sri Lanka seeks investment bank to securitize remittance surrenders The Securitised Financing Arrangement could be in USD, Euro, Renminbi, Yen, or in a Gulf Cooperation Council currency",negative,-0.982501447
Sri Lanka budget 2022: 700 vehicles seized by Customs to be released,11/13/2021,Economy,Many are rotting away,Sri Lanka budget 2022: 700 vehicles seized by Customs to be released Many are rotting away,negative,-0.999696851
"Sri Lanka targets big firms, spectrum auctions to shore up post-Covid finances",11/12/2021,Economy,Plans to reduce deficit from 11.1-pct of GDP to 8.8-pct,"Sri Lanka targets big firms, spectrum auctions to shore up post-Covid finances Plans to reduce deficit from 11.1-pct of GDP to 8.8-pct",negative,-0.972642183
Sri Lanka budget 2022: key tax changes,11/12/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's budget for 2022 has proposed new taxes,Sri Lanka budget 2022: key tax changes Sri Lanka's budget for 2022 has proposed new taxes,positive,0.976762831
Sri Lanka stock index slips from record high close amid new tax speculation from budget,11/12/2021,Markets,"The budget targets rich  individuals, big firms and licensed regulations to generate revenue  ","Sri Lanka stock index slips from record high close amid new tax speculation from budget The budget targets rich  individuals, big firms and licensed regulations to generate revenue  ",negative,-0.999489188
"Rains subside in Sri Lanka, but death toll rises to 26; 12,000 still stranded",11/12/2021,Weather and Climate,"Landslides will continue to be in effect until further notice in Kegalle, Kandy and Kurunegala districts.","Rains subside in Sri Lanka, but death toll rises to 26; 12,000 still stranded Landslides will continue to be in effect until further notice in Kegalle, Kandy and Kurunegala districts.",negative,-0.942488551
"Sri Lanka budget 2022: tax on vehicle modification, 'illegal' cars to be registered",11/12/2021,Legal, :egally register illegal motor cars and motor cycles if they are in good condition,"Sri Lanka budget 2022: tax on vehicle modification, 'illegal' cars to be registered  :egally register illegal motor cars and motor cycles if they are in good condition",negative,-0.989902139
Sri Lanka to set up tuk tuk regulator despite bus regulation debacle,11/12/2021,Transport,Only 47 percent of the over one million registered threewheelers in Sri Lanka are used for hiring,Sri Lanka to set up tuk tuk regulator despite bus regulation debacle Only 47 percent of the over one million registered threewheelers in Sri Lanka are used for hiring,negative,-0.987005353
Sri Lanka to allocate Rs 500 mn to facilitate private investment in renewable energy,11/12/2021,Power,"2,000 megawatts will be added with the support of the private sector by generating electricity from renewable plants.","Sri Lanka to allocate Rs 500 mn to facilitate private investment in renewable energy 2,000 megawatts will be added with the support of the private sector by generating electricity from renewable plants.",positive,0.997498333
Sri Lanka to set up three new 'techno parks' by 2023,11/12/2021,ICT,"Three new techno-parks are proposed to commence in Habarana, Nuwaraeliya (Mahagasthota), Kandy (Digana), he said.","Sri Lanka to set up three new 'techno parks' by 2023 Three new techno-parks are proposed to commence in Habarana, Nuwaraeliya (Mahagasthota), Kandy (Digana), he said.",positive,0.935079575
Sri Lanka budget 2022: railway land for private development,11/12/2021,Economy,Lands owned by Department of Railways are currently not being utilized productively.,Sri Lanka budget 2022: railway land for private development Lands owned by Department of Railways are currently not being utilized productively.,negative,-0.999535799
Sri Lanka budget 2022: new law on export dollar conversion,11/12/2021,Economy,The central bank has said earlier exporters who do not convert will be charged a higher tax,Sri Lanka budget 2022: new law on export dollar conversion The central bank has said earlier exporters who do not convert will be charged a higher tax,negative,-0.968475997
Sri Lanka finmin transfers Perpetual Treasuries’ Rs. 8.5 bln to govt for breach of code,11/12/2021,Markets,A comission has proposed to transfer rs8.5bn to the Treasury that Perpetual Treasuries earned illegally,Sri Lanka finmin transfers Perpetual Treasuries’ Rs. 8.5 bln to govt for breach of code A comission has proposed to transfer rs8.5bn to the Treasury that Perpetual Treasuries earned illegally,negative,-0.989765167
Sri Lanka to allocate Rs 30 bn for teachers' pay hike to be paid in one go,11/12/2021,Education,"“This is in addition to the current allocation of over 109,000 million rupees on teachers' and principals' salaries.""","Sri Lanka to allocate Rs 30 bn for teachers' pay hike to be paid in one go “This is in addition to the current allocation of over 109,000 million rupees on teachers' and principals' salaries.""",negative,-0.971051693
Sri Lanka budget 2022: taxes on vehicle getting into accidents,11/12/2021,Economy,There are many accidents and this will discourage them,Sri Lanka budget 2022: taxes on vehicle getting into accidents There are many accidents and this will discourage them,negative,-0.999387026
"Sri Lanka budget 2022: 25-pct tax surcharge on large firms, 2.5-pct turnover tax",11/12/2021,Economy,Financial VAT on banks and finance companies to go up to 15 to 18 pct,"Sri Lanka budget 2022: 25-pct tax surcharge on large firms, 2.5-pct turnover tax Financial VAT on banks and finance companies to go up to 15 to 18 pct",negative,-0.964513779
Sri Lanka 2022 budget deficit targeted at 8.8-pct of GDP,11/12/2021,Economy,"The out-turn projected for 2022 is 11.1 percent of GDP or 1,826 billion rupees","Sri Lanka 2022 budget deficit targeted at 8.8-pct of GDP The out-turn projected for 2022 is 11.1 percent of GDP or 1,826 billion rupees",negative,-0.995672345
"Sri Lanka budget 2022: radio television, frequencies to be auctioned",11/12/2021,Economy,There will be transparent auctions in the future,"Sri Lanka budget 2022: radio television, frequencies to be auctioned There will be transparent auctions in the future",negative,-0.989401162
"Sri Lanka budget 2022:  supplementary estimates barred, fuel allowances, power bills cut",11/12/2021,Economy,Spending brakes,"Sri Lanka budget 2022:  supplementary estimates barred, fuel allowances, power bills cut Spending brakes",negative,-0.977351606
Sri Lanka budget 2022 LIVE UPDATES,11/12/2021,Economy,Hopes to avert external crisis and large deficit,Sri Lanka budget 2022 LIVE UPDATES Hopes to avert external crisis and large deficit,negative,-0.771142066
Sri Lanka bond markets quiet ahead of budget,11/12/2021,Bonds & Forex,The central bank is offering auction bonds on tap till Friday,Sri Lanka bond markets quiet ahead of budget The central bank is offering auction bonds on tap till Friday,negative,-0.99739635
Sri Lanka's Yohani releases new single Moving On through US label,11/12/2021,Arts and Culture,"Moving On, is mostly in English, with parts in Sinhalese and is about a break-up. ","Sri Lanka's Yohani releases new single Moving On through US label Moving On, is mostly in English, with parts in Sinhalese and is about a break-up. ",negative,-0.75177443
Sri Lanka budget 2022 to pick winners amid money printing crisis,11/12/2021,Economy,Help take the country to post-Covid recovery,Sri Lanka budget 2022 to pick winners amid money printing crisis Help take the country to post-Covid recovery,negative,-0.825190842
Sri Lanka police minister denies Easter attack allegations; opposition doubles down,11/11/2021,Politics,"“They are making these claims and hiding behind parliamentary privilege,” he told the House.","Sri Lanka police minister denies Easter attack allegations; opposition doubles down “They are making these claims and hiding behind parliamentary privilege,” he told the House.",negative,-0.986871362
Sri Lanka stock index at fresh closing high on strong trade,11/11/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stock index touched a fresh record closing high on Thursday,Sri Lanka stock index at fresh closing high on strong trade Sri Lanka stock index touched a fresh record closing high on Thursday,positive,0.994325578
"Sri Lanka health officials warn of increased COVID-19 severity, death if spread continues",11/11/2021,Health,"""Vaccination doesn't protect everyone,"" Samannayaka said.","Sri Lanka health officials warn of increased COVID-19 severity, death if spread continues ""Vaccination doesn't protect everyone,"" Samannayaka said.",negative,-0.99617368
Sri Lanka top cop batting for cricket board,11/11/2021,Political News,"Monthly retainer of Rs150,000","Sri Lanka top cop batting for cricket board Monthly retainer of Rs150,000",positive,0.947672546
"Sri Lanka sells Rs40bn in 2024, 2031 bonds",11/11/2021,Bonds & Forex,All offered bonds sold at around or below market rates,"Sri Lanka sells Rs40bn in 2024, 2031 bonds All offered bonds sold at around or below market rates",negative,-0.909855187
"Sri Lanka rainstorm kills 25, swimming in floodwaters adds to toll",11/11/2021,Weather and Climate,"""Most of the deaths were due to people going for a swim or a boat ride in the flood areas,"" said Kodippili.","Sri Lanka rainstorm kills 25, swimming in floodwaters adds to toll ""Most of the deaths were due to people going for a swim or a boat ride in the flood areas,"" said Kodippili.",negative,-0.996501327
Sri Lanka central bank calls for fuel pricing formula,11/11/2021,Economy,To improve transparency and the general public’s acceptance of much needed regular price revisions,Sri Lanka central bank calls for fuel pricing formula To improve transparency and the general public’s acceptance of much needed regular price revisions,negative,-0.986428559
"Sri Lanka rupee dollar swap discounts widen, some interbank outright trades",11/11/2021,Bonds & Forex,"The cryptocurrency Tether, a stable coin or pegged exchange rate is quoted around 236 rupees","Sri Lanka rupee dollar swap discounts widen, some interbank outright trades The cryptocurrency Tether, a stable coin or pegged exchange rate is quoted around 236 rupees",negative,-0.985513389
"Sri Lanka to present “non-traditional” budget to avoid sovereign default, strengthen finances",11/11/2021,Economy,“We may have to take from the people”,"Sri Lanka to present “non-traditional” budget to avoid sovereign default, strengthen finances “We may have to take from the people”",positive,0.980475008
Sri Lanka government heading into a perfect storm: Opinion,11/11/2021,Op-ed/Special Reports,Protests over several issues including the Easter Sunday probe magnify economic troubles,Sri Lanka government heading into a perfect storm: Opinion Protests over several issues including the Easter Sunday probe magnify economic troubles,negative,-0.903047323
"Sri Lanka's 'One Country, One Law' task force seeks to divide not unite: JVP leader",11/10/2021,Politics,"""We must govern not in a direction that sees conflict intensify but in a direction that sees conflict resolved,"" he said","Sri Lanka's 'One Country, One Law' task force seeks to divide not unite: JVP leader ""We must govern not in a direction that sees conflict intensify but in a direction that sees conflict resolved,"" he said",negative,-0.933200896
"Sri Lanka Chamber links with ILO, US to create youth entrepreneurs",11/10/2021,Business,"""Less than 30 percent of Sri Lankan youth view entrepreneurship as an ideal career part""","Sri Lanka Chamber links with ILO, US to create youth entrepreneurs ""Less than 30 percent of Sri Lankan youth view entrepreneurship as an ideal career part""",positive,0.799375892
Sri Lanka stocks recover after two-session fall; PCC starts trading,11/10/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.55 percent up on Wednesday (10),Sri Lanka stocks recover after two-session fall; PCC starts trading Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.55 percent up on Wednesday (10),negative,-0.990900159
Sri Lanka to give sweetners to expat workers as dollars lost to informal channels,11/10/2021,Economy,Incentive package to be announced,Sri Lanka to give sweetners to expat workers as dollars lost to informal channels Incentive package to be announced,negative,-0.99491322
Sri Lanka govt agree to pay teacher unions' pay hike in one go: TU leader,11/10/2021,Education,"A decision on strikes and other trade union actions will be reached on Thursday, said Staln.","Sri Lanka govt agree to pay teacher unions' pay hike in one go: TU leader A decision on strikes and other trade union actions will be reached on Thursday, said Staln.",negative,-0.639550149
"Sri Lanka sells Rs52bn in bills, 3-month down 20bp",11/10/2021,Bonds & Forex,Almost all in 3-month bills,"Sri Lanka sells Rs52bn in bills, 3-month down 20bp Almost all in 3-month bills",negative,-0.98800081
Adverse weather in Sri Lanka takes 22 lives; climate change disrupting weather patterns?,11/10/2021,Environment,"The DMC has already started to evaluate the damages to pay compensation for the affected families, he said.","Adverse weather in Sri Lanka takes 22 lives; climate change disrupting weather patterns? The DMC has already started to evaluate the damages to pay compensation for the affected families, he said.",negative,-0.997667074
Sri Lanka  PM confirms new draft constitution will be ready by end 2021,11/10/2021,Politics,"According to Minister G L Peiris, the draft constitution will be ready for parliamentary perusal in January 2022.","Sri Lanka  PM confirms new draft constitution will be ready by end 2021 According to Minister G L Peiris, the draft constitution will be ready for parliamentary perusal in January 2022.",positive,0.868215501
"Sri Lanka president makes changes to controversial 'One Country, One Law' task force",11/10/2021,Politics,"The new members are Ramalingam Chakrawarthy Karunakaran, Yogeswari Patgunarajah and Iyyampillai Dayanandaraja.","Sri Lanka president makes changes to controversial 'One Country, One Law' task force The new members are Ramalingam Chakrawarthy Karunakaran, Yogeswari Patgunarajah and Iyyampillai Dayanandaraja.",positive,0.976623833
Sri Lanka lifts 'maize mafia' tax for nutritional supplement,11/10/2021,Economy,Allows imports for Triposha nutritional supplement ,Sri Lanka lifts 'maize mafia' tax for nutritional supplement Allows imports for Triposha nutritional supplement ,negative,-0.940820754
Sri Lanka bank credit to state repaid after money printing surge in Sept,11/10/2021,Economy,Failed bond auctions effectively monetize past deficits,Sri Lanka bank credit to state repaid after money printing surge in Sept Failed bond auctions effectively monetize past deficits,negative,-0.991608679
Sri Lanka stock index falls after touching new peak on CLC amid dumping of speculative shares,11/9/2021,Markets,"ASPI crossed 10,800 benchmark before it plunged","Sri Lanka stock index falls after touching new peak on CLC amid dumping of speculative shares ASPI crossed 10,800 benchmark before it plunged",negative,-0.999091268
Sri Lankan Resus Energy renewable firm given A+(lka) rating by Fitch,11/9/2021,Markets,"Fitch Ratings said it had given an 'A+(lka) rating with a stable outlook to Resus Energy, a renewable power firm.","Sri Lankan Resus Energy renewable firm given A+(lka) rating by Fitch Fitch Ratings said it had given an 'A+(lka) rating with a stable outlook to Resus Energy, a renewable power firm.",positive,0.913618624
Sri Lanka embassy seeks to expand trade with Brazil,11/9/2021,International Relations,"Sri Lanka's export to Brazil stood at $40 million, while others in the region had exports over $100 million.","Sri Lanka embassy seeks to expand trade with Brazil Sri Lanka's export to Brazil stood at $40 million, while others in the region had exports over $100 million.",negative,-0.976463199
Sri Lanka opposition UNP calls for roadmap for COP26 climate summit outcomes,11/9/2021,Environment,The party said that climate change is a global issue and one which threatens the progress and development of Sri Lanka.,Sri Lanka opposition UNP calls for roadmap for COP26 climate summit outcomes The party said that climate change is a global issue and one which threatens the progress and development of Sri Lanka.,negative,-0.990830541
Sri Lanka environmental lawyer questions lack of outrage over Chinese fertilizer issue,11/9/2021,Environment,"""When there is an issue one has to stick their neck out. I wonder why many people keep mum on this matter,"" he said.","Sri Lanka environmental lawyer questions lack of outrage over Chinese fertilizer issue ""When there is an issue one has to stick their neck out. I wonder why many people keep mum on this matter,"" he said.",negative,-0.994251013
Sri Lanka HNB to lead syndicated loan for LNG combined cycle plan,11/9/2021,Banking,First stage to be operational by 2023,Sri Lanka HNB to lead syndicated loan for LNG combined cycle plan First stage to be operational by 2023,negative,-0.920848966
"Twelve dead, thousands displaced in torrential rains in Sri Lanka",11/9/2021,Weather and Climate,The DMC said Tuesday afternoon that heavy rain will continue for the next 24 hours.,"Twelve dead, thousands displaced in torrential rains in Sri Lanka The DMC said Tuesday afternoon that heavy rain will continue for the next 24 hours.",positive,0.66651082
Sri Lanka opposition SJB to launch massive farmers' protest on Nov 16: MP,11/9/2021,Agriculture,A visibly annoyed Rajapaksa had said that the shift to organic fertilizer was always going to be a great challenge.,Sri Lanka opposition SJB to launch massive farmers' protest on Nov 16: MP A visibly annoyed Rajapaksa had said that the shift to organic fertilizer was always going to be a great challenge.,negative,-0.996799231
"Sri Lanka welcomes 22,000 tourists in October, most from India",11/9/2021,Business,Several airlines have resumed winter schedules,"Sri Lanka welcomes 22,000 tourists in October, most from India Several airlines have resumed winter schedules",positive,0.995745838
"Sri Lanka CSE transfers illiquid shares to second board, no new penalties planned: CEO",11/9/2021,Markets,There is a way to handle illiquid shares,"Sri Lanka CSE transfers illiquid shares to second board, no new penalties planned: CEO There is a way to handle illiquid shares",negative,-0.98768568
Why the Sri Lanka rupee is depreciating creating currency crises: Bellwether,11/9/2021,Bellwether,A Bellwether FAQ on the dangerous lack of note-issue banking know-how,Why the Sri Lanka rupee is depreciating creating currency crises: Bellwether A Bellwether FAQ on the dangerous lack of note-issue banking know-how,negative,-0.99868089
Sri Lanka's heavy rains to intensify over next 24 hours: Met Dept,11/8/2021,Weather and Climate,"""After November 10 heavy-falls will subside, but rains will continue.""","Sri Lanka's heavy rains to intensify over next 24 hours: Met Dept ""After November 10 heavy-falls will subside, but rains will continue.""",positive,0.856327295
"Teachers, health workers in Sri Lanka promise TU action on Nov 9 over salary issues",11/8/2021,Economy,"“If there is no solution provided tomorrow, we shall go for a massive campaign on the day of the budget.""","Teachers, health workers in Sri Lanka promise TU action on Nov 9 over salary issues “If there is no solution provided tomorrow, we shall go for a massive campaign on the day of the budget.""",negative,-0.992951035
Sri Lanka stocks hit record high: CLC drags down after Dubai comment,11/8/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks dragged down by market heavyweight CLC after comments made by a top CSE official in Dubai.,Sri Lanka stocks hit record high: CLC drags down after Dubai comment Sri Lanka stocks dragged down by market heavyweight CLC after comments made by a top CSE official in Dubai.,negative,-0.998471916
Sri Lanka school reopening: NIE plans to cover core syllabus in 20 weeks,11/8/2021,Education,"""Learning loss of children in the Western Province in 2020 was 55 percent and 45 percent in other provinces.""","Sri Lanka school reopening: NIE plans to cover core syllabus in 20 weeks ""Learning loss of children in the Western Province in 2020 was 55 percent and 45 percent in other provinces.""",negative,-0.976808548
No legal barrier to mandating vaccine certificate at public places: Sri Lanka attorney general,11/8/2021,Health,"“The argument here is that ‘I have a right to my life, but I have no right to endanger the life of another’"".","No legal barrier to mandating vaccine certificate at public places: Sri Lanka attorney general “The argument here is that ‘I have a right to my life, but I have no right to endanger the life of another’"".",positive,0.902778208
Sri Lanka Central bank defends controversial export dollar surrender rules,11/8/2021,Economy,Services included but remmittances,Sri Lanka Central bank defends controversial export dollar surrender rules Services included but remmittances,negative,-0.997072339
"Sri Lanka export agency, Bangladesh envoy in dicussion to boost trade",11/8/2021,Trade,Sri Lankan exporters pay high custom duties and have issues obtaining cargo space.,"Sri Lanka export agency, Bangladesh envoy in dicussion to boost trade Sri Lankan exporters pay high custom duties and have issues obtaining cargo space.",negative,-0.979923546
"Sri Lanka expects more Polish tourists from LOT, Rainbow partnership",11/8/2021,Tourism,"Pre-pandemic Sri Lanka had welcomed 20,000 tourists from Poland annually","Sri Lanka expects more Polish tourists from LOT, Rainbow partnership Pre-pandemic Sri Lanka had welcomed 20,000 tourists from Poland annually",positive,0.765221536
"Vaccine efficacy falls sharply over time, study finds as Sri Lanka rolls out Pfizer booster",11/8/2021,Health,Vaccines gives protection against death,"Vaccine efficacy falls sharply over time, study finds as Sri Lanka rolls out Pfizer booster Vaccines gives protection against death",negative,-0.998862982
"Sri Lanka prints SRR hike, Rs296bn in new money dumped into banks in Sept",11/8/2021,Economy,From Dec 2019 to Sept 2021 the central bank has printed Rs1.467 trillion triggering around US$5bn in reserve losses,"Sri Lanka prints SRR hike, Rs296bn in new money dumped into banks in Sept From Dec 2019 to Sept 2021 the central bank has printed Rs1.467 trillion triggering around US$5bn in reserve losses",negative,-0.996728897
Sarvodaya sees Sri Lanka’s economic progress via 'horizontal sharing' model,11/8/2021,Banking,Sarvodaya pioneered what we call a horizontal sharing of savings based lending - Ariyaratne,Sarvodaya sees Sri Lanka’s economic progress via 'horizontal sharing' model Sarvodaya pioneered what we call a horizontal sharing of savings based lending - Ariyaratne,positive,0.995617628
Sri Lanka central bank foreign assets negative by US$780mn in Sept,11/8/2021,Economy,A central bank whose net foreign assets go negative loses its ability to provide convertibility,Sri Lanka central bank foreign assets negative by US$780mn in Sept A central bank whose net foreign assets go negative loses its ability to provide convertibility,negative,-0.999784887
Chinese fertilizer firm demands US$8mn in damages from Sri Lanka testing agency,11/7/2021,International Relations,The move comes a week after Chinese Embassy in Sri Lanka blacklisted People’s Bank for not honouring an LC.,Chinese fertilizer firm demands US$8mn in damages from Sri Lanka testing agency The move comes a week after Chinese Embassy in Sri Lanka blacklisted People’s Bank for not honouring an LC.,negative,-0.998101532
"Sri Lanka forex reserves fall to US$2,267mn in Oct 2021",11/7/2021,Economy,Surrender requirement tightened despite steady fall in reserves,"Sri Lanka forex reserves fall to US$2,267mn in Oct 2021 Surrender requirement tightened despite steady fall in reserves",negative,-0.992567658
"Sri Lanka, not IMF, should restructure debt: Jayasundera",11/7/2021,Economy,We should restructure the loans by ourselves,"Sri Lanka, not IMF, should restructure debt: Jayasundera We should restructure the loans by ourselves",negative,-0.996029913
"Sri Lanka warned to avoid parties, gatherings as Coronavirus numbers pick up",11/7/2021,Health,Home based cases rise from 3000 to 4000,"Sri Lanka warned to avoid parties, gatherings as Coronavirus numbers pick up Home based cases rise from 3000 to 4000",negative,-0.989491224
Air France starts Sri Lanka flights from November,11/6/2021,Aviation,Air France returns after 27 years,Air France starts Sri Lanka flights from November Air France returns after 27 years,positive,0.720385611
Sri Lanka awaiting regulatory approval of molnupiravir anti-COVID drug,11/6/2021,Health,Molnupiravir is the first antiviral medication for COVID-19 which can be taken as a pill,Sri Lanka awaiting regulatory approval of molnupiravir anti-COVID drug Molnupiravir is the first antiviral medication for COVID-19 which can be taken as a pill,negative,-0.985075116
"Sri Lanka gamble on fertilizer leads to crisis, emerging controversy over monk",11/6/2021,Agriculture,Experts have called for a gradual shift based on evidence,"Sri Lanka gamble on fertilizer leads to crisis, emerging controversy over monk Experts have called for a gradual shift based on evidence",negative,-0.985216916
Sri Lanka stock index at fresh all time high as earnings beat expectations,11/5/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stock index hit a new record peak on Friday (05) with posting its highest single day gain,Sri Lanka stock index at fresh all time high as earnings beat expectations Sri Lanka stock index hit a new record peak on Friday (05) with posting its highest single day gain,positive,0.999282181
Swiss International Airlines resumes Sri Lanka flights,11/5/2021,Aviation,Swiss Air will fly to Colombo every Friday,Swiss International Airlines resumes Sri Lanka flights Swiss Air will fly to Colombo every Friday,negative,-0.631564438
Sri Lanka health officials warn of possible spike in COVID-19 cases,11/5/2021,Health,"Numbers are also increasing in the North Western and Southern provinces, he said.","Sri Lanka health officials warn of possible spike in COVID-19 cases Numbers are also increasing in the North Western and Southern provinces, he said.",negative,-0.961416066
Sri Lanka needs USD 2.0 bn to cut down road deaths by half: World Bank,11/5/2021,Economy,"Over two thirds of road crash victims in Sri Lanka are between the working ages of 15-64 years, the report said.","Sri Lanka needs USD 2.0 bn to cut down road deaths by half: World Bank Over two thirds of road crash victims in Sri Lanka are between the working ages of 15-64 years, the report said.",negative,-0.989890456
"Kandy, Sri Lanka, residents urged to get second Moderna jab as expiration date draws nearer",11/5/2021,Health,"""A majority of Kandy residents got Modern, but there is a percentage that still hasn’t got their second dose,” he sa...","Kandy, Sri Lanka, residents urged to get second Moderna jab as expiration date draws nearer ""A majority of Kandy residents got Modern, but there is a percentage that still hasn’t got their second dose,” he sa...",negative,-0.998203158
Sri Lanka Treasuries market sees quotes after 3-month sucess,11/5/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond market activity dried up over the past week after a 'Stage II' intervention,Sri Lanka Treasuries market sees quotes after 3-month sucess Bond market activity dried up over the past week after a 'Stage II' intervention,negative,-0.999044716
Sri Lanka lifts price controls on chicken meat,11/5/2021,Economy,Chicken farmers have been facing higher feed costs,Sri Lanka lifts price controls on chicken meat Chicken farmers have been facing higher feed costs,negative,-0.992160738
"Sri Lanka shortage agency lifts price controls on sugar, dhall",11/5/2021,Economy,"Price control gazettes on sugar, dhall, b-onions, sprats, tinned fish rescinded","Sri Lanka shortage agency lifts price controls on sugar, dhall Price control gazettes on sugar, dhall, b-onions, sprats, tinned fish rescinded",negative,-0.586283505
"Sri Lanka finance companies, bank fined by anti-money laundering office",11/5/2021,Banking,Administrative Penalties by the Financial Intelligence Unit  for the September quarter,"Sri Lanka finance companies, bank fined by anti-money laundering office Administrative Penalties by the Financial Intelligence Unit  for the September quarter",negative,-0.983743608
"Sri Lanka’s Tokyo Cement profit down 94 pct as cost rose, price controls bite",11/4/2021,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka imposed price controls on several essentials including imported cement due to a forex shortage in the country.,"Sri Lanka’s Tokyo Cement profit down 94 pct as cost rose, price controls bite Sri Lanka imposed price controls on several essentials including imported cement due to a forex shortage in the country.",negative,-0.995093226
Sri Lanka inks US$500mn World Bank loan for roads,11/4/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka has inked a 500-million-dollar loan from the World Bank to improve 3,000 kilometers","Sri Lanka inks US$500mn World Bank loan for roads Sri Lanka has inked a 500-million-dollar loan from the World Bank to improve 3,000 kilometers",negative,-0.963531137
'Talk with ambassador' forum for Sri Lankans in Oman every last Thursday,11/4/2021,International Relations,"The forum will take place from 09.00 am to 2.00 pm, with the first to be held on on November 25.","'Talk with ambassador' forum for Sri Lankans in Oman every last Thursday The forum will take place from 09.00 am to 2.00 pm, with the first to be held on on November 25.",positive,0.988953114
India Air Force relieves Sri Lanka farmers hit by fertilizer ban,11/4/2021,Agriculture,IAF Globmasters land at 0400h,India Air Force relieves Sri Lanka farmers hit by fertilizer ban IAF Globmasters land at 0400h,negative,-0.984125733
Landslide warning issued for several districts in Sri Lanka,11/4/2021,Weather and Climate,"With continuous heavy rain, landslide warnings have been issued for residencies in eight districts so far.","Landslide warning issued for several districts in Sri Lanka With continuous heavy rain, landslide warnings have been issued for residencies in eight districts so far.",negative,-0.794778407
Parents join teachers' protests as health officials fear COVID-19 resurgence,11/4/2021,Education,"""The government tried to make parents go against us,"" a union leader said.","Parents join teachers' protests as health officials fear COVID-19 resurgence ""The government tried to make parents go against us,"" a union leader said.",negative,-0.988934577
Sri Lanka president turned Japanese loan into Indian investment in ECT deal: Jayasundera,11/4/2021,Economy,India - Sri Lanka joint venture terminal,Sri Lanka president turned Japanese loan into Indian investment in ECT deal: Jayasundera India - Sri Lanka joint venture terminal,negative,-0.949230134
Sri Lanka cement supplies to be boosted by INSEE with two ships,11/3/2021,Business,Operating at full capacity,Sri Lanka cement supplies to be boosted by INSEE with two ships Operating at full capacity,positive,0.989181221
Sri Lanka share index touches new peak; CLC becomes market heavyweight,11/3/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stock index touched a fresh record closing high on Wednesday,Sri Lanka share index touches new peak; CLC becomes market heavyweight Sri Lanka stock index touched a fresh record closing high on Wednesday,positive,0.993952811
"No mea culpa, but Sri Lanka PM calls for self-reflection at ruling party convention",11/3/2021,Politics,"“We need to understand that the people who voted for us are in a very difficult state,"" he said.","No mea culpa, but Sri Lanka PM calls for self-reflection at ruling party convention “We need to understand that the people who voted for us are in a very difficult state,"" he said.",negative,-0.987248361
Germany converts Sri Lanka Euro13mn maternity hospital loan into grant,11/3/2021,International news,The hospital was damaged in 2004 Tsunami ,Germany converts Sri Lanka Euro13mn maternity hospital loan into grant The hospital was damaged in 2004 Tsunami ,negative,-0.993102312
"A.30 strain of SARS-CoV-2 no cause for immediate concern, almost extinct: Sri Lankan expert",11/3/2021,Health,"The A.30 lineage is presently not spreading on a global scale and is almost extinct, he said.","A.30 strain of SARS-CoV-2 no cause for immediate concern, almost extinct: Sri Lankan expert The A.30 lineage is presently not spreading on a global scale and is almost extinct, he said.",negative,-0.999682426
Sri Lanka policeman found dead 51 days inside hospital water tank; cause unclear,11/3/2021,Law and Order,"""Hospital staff noticed a foul smell coming from the water tank. That was when they discovered the body,"" Thalduwa said.","Sri Lanka policeman found dead 51 days inside hospital water tank; cause unclear ""Hospital staff noticed a foul smell coming from the water tank. That was when they discovered the body,"" Thalduwa said.",negative,-0.997628629
Sri Lanka's main int'l airport apologises for rapid PCR rush seen in viral video,11/3/2021,Aviation,"The video showed a frustrated crowd gathered at the facility, with no social distancing between them, shouting.","Sri Lanka's main int'l airport apologises for rapid PCR rush seen in viral video The video showed a frustrated crowd gathered at the facility, with no social distancing between them, shouting.",negative,-0.990415215
"Sri Lanka aims to cut deficit, have non-traditional budget in 2022",11/3/2021,Economy,We are planning to reduce the budget deficit by a significant level,"Sri Lanka aims to cut deficit, have non-traditional budget in 2022 We are planning to reduce the budget deficit by a significant level",negative,-0.573778808
"Sri Lanka's JKH profits up 321-pct in Sept 2021, helped by property",11/3/2021,Business,The Group has commenced discussions with key tenants for the retail mall,"Sri Lanka's JKH profits up 321-pct in Sept 2021, helped by property The Group has commenced discussions with key tenants for the retail mall",positive,0.984808445
Air Seychelles to operate two flights to Sri Lanka in November,11/3/2021,Aviation,Air Seychelles is the national airline of the Republic of Seychelles.,Air Seychelles to operate two flights to Sri Lanka in November Air Seychelles is the national airline of the Republic of Seychelles.,positive,0.965590477
"Sri Lanka COVID-19 situation manageable for now, but caution advised: health official",11/3/2021,Health,"""The plan is to control the spread no matter what the variant. I think we have been successful in that.""","Sri Lanka COVID-19 situation manageable for now, but caution advised: health official ""The plan is to control the spread no matter what the variant. I think we have been successful in that.""",negative,-0.905333459
Fishing in troubled waters: Sri Lanka’s war-hit fishermen frustrated over Indian bottom trawling,11/2/2021,Defence,"“We have lost around 40 percent of our daily fish catch due to bottom trawling by Indian fishermen,” he said.","Fishing in troubled waters: Sri Lanka’s war-hit fishermen frustrated over Indian bottom trawling “We have lost around 40 percent of our daily fish catch due to bottom trawling by Indian fishermen,” he said.",negative,-0.999186337
Earning hopes drive Sri Lanka stock index to fresh peak; but foreigners exit,11/2/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stock index touched a fresh record closing high on Tuesday,Earning hopes drive Sri Lanka stock index to fresh peak; but foreigners exit Sri Lanka stock index touched a fresh record closing high on Tuesday,positive,0.664612949
Sri Lanka LPG supplies wait for dollars to unload amid money printing,11/2/2021,Business,Gas supplies are stuck in the port ,Sri Lanka LPG supplies wait for dollars to unload amid money printing Gas supplies are stuck in the port ,negative,-0.99976033
"Sri Lanka sells Rs66bn in Treasuries, 3-month down 25bp",11/2/2021,Bonds & Forex,Rs64bn from three month maturity,"Sri Lanka sells Rs66bn in Treasuries, 3-month down 25bp Rs64bn from three month maturity",negative,-0.996899128
Sri Lanka president defends controversial agrochemical ban amid mounting opposition,11/2/2021,Agriculture,"The shift to organic fertilizer should be carried out in stages over a number of years, critics have said.","Sri Lanka president defends controversial agrochemical ban amid mounting opposition The shift to organic fertilizer should be carried out in stages over a number of years, critics have said.",negative,-0.979067147
Sri Lanka bond markets dead after Stage II shock,11/2/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond markets had seen some activity in 2024 and 2027 bonds before the Stage II.,Sri Lanka bond markets dead after Stage II shock Bond markets had seen some activity in 2024 and 2027 bonds before the Stage II.,negative,-0.999606669
Sri Lanka's PABC Bank net up 89-pct in Sept 2021,11/2/2021,Banking,Interest income up,Sri Lanka's PABC Bank net up 89-pct in Sept 2021 Interest income up,negative,-0.880861044
Sri Lanka opp. MP Harin Fernando ready to give up seat for imprisoned colleague,11/2/2021,Politics,"“No one in Sri Lanka will disagree that Ranjan Ramanayake is suitable for that,” the MP said.","Sri Lanka opp. MP Harin Fernando ready to give up seat for imprisoned colleague “No one in Sri Lanka will disagree that Ranjan Ramanayake is suitable for that,” the MP said.",negative,-0.966527343
Sri Lanka cabinet nod for electricity policy guidelines; 70pct renewable by 2030,11/2/2021,Power,Other proposals include a decision to forego the construction of new coal power plants.,Sri Lanka cabinet nod for electricity policy guidelines; 70pct renewable by 2030 Other proposals include a decision to forego the construction of new coal power plants.,negative,-0.832214594
"Sri Lanka reschedules long-delayed grade 5 scholarship, O/Level, A/Level exams",11/2/2021,Education,COVID-19 lockdowns resulted in the closure of public schools since April 27.,"Sri Lanka reschedules long-delayed grade 5 scholarship, O/Level, A/Level exams COVID-19 lockdowns resulted in the closure of public schools since April 27.",negative,-0.999337375
Sri Lanka stock market looks to Dubai diaspora to reverse outflow in first post-COVID forum,11/2/2021,Economy,"The forum will be held at the Sheraton Grand Hotel, Dubai, on Friday (05) from 6 pm to 9pm local time.","Sri Lanka stock market looks to Dubai diaspora to reverse outflow in first post-COVID forum The forum will be held at the Sheraton Grand Hotel, Dubai, on Friday (05) from 6 pm to 9pm local time.",positive,0.64822948
Sri Lanka state docs take step back as Pliny sows fertilizer crisis down millennia,11/2/2021,Economy,There had been warnings that Pliny the Elder;s claims are not reliable evidence to base policy,Sri Lanka state docs take step back as Pliny sows fertilizer crisis down millennia There had been warnings that Pliny the Elder;s claims are not reliable evidence to base policy,negative,-0.998450994
Sri Lanka plastic recycler BPPL profits down amid rising costs,11/2/2021,Business,High freight costs continued to curtail profit growth amid a drop in container availability,Sri Lanka plastic recycler BPPL profits down amid rising costs High freight costs continued to curtail profit growth amid a drop in container availability,negative,-0.999594033
Sri Lanka trade unions to protest controversial energy deal,11/1/2021,Energy,"“CEB engineers will also join, as well as trade unions from ports and the CPC refinery.”","Sri Lanka trade unions to protest controversial energy deal “CEB engineers will also join, as well as trade unions from ports and the CPC refinery.”",negative,-0.53911835
Sri Lanka stocks slip on profit taking; foreigners buy ,11/1/2021,Markets,Colombo stocks gained close to two-weeks ,Sri Lanka stocks slip on profit taking; foreigners buy  Colombo stocks gained close to two-weeks ,negative,-0.99909842
"COVID-19 numbers rising, not dropping: Sri Lanka Medical Association",11/1/2021,Health,"The last week of October saw 5,002 cases reported in Sri Lanka, indicating a 12.2 percent increase, the SLMA said.","COVID-19 numbers rising, not dropping: Sri Lanka Medical Association The last week of October saw 5,002 cases reported in Sri Lanka, indicating a 12.2 percent increase, the SLMA said.",positive,0.945377946
"BBS proposals will make it to 'one country, one law' task force: Sri Lanka hardline monk",11/1/2021,Politics,"“We will have to discuss the same things we spoke about as the BBS within this gazette as well and include them""","BBS proposals will make it to 'one country, one law' task force: Sri Lanka hardline monk “We will have to discuss the same things we spoke about as the BBS within this gazette as well and include them""",negative,-0.947324097
Sri Lanka lifts 'rice mafia' tax for State Trading Corporation imports,11/1/2021,Economy,In Sri Lanka Nadu rice is retailed around the export price of Thai Jasmine rice,Sri Lanka lifts 'rice mafia' tax for State Trading Corporation imports In Sri Lanka Nadu rice is retailed around the export price of Thai Jasmine rice,negative,-0.972322345
Sri Lanka resumes public transport; health officials concerned over lax attitude re: COVID-19,11/1/2021,Transport,"""All buses must strictly adhere to the health guidelines,"" Amunugama said.","Sri Lanka resumes public transport; health officials concerned over lax attitude re: COVID-19 ""All buses must strictly adhere to the health guidelines,"" Amunugama said.",negative,-0.994560063
Sacked Sri Lanka scientist rejects ad hominem attack as fertilizer warning materialize,11/1/2021,Agriculture,Are we to ask those companies to obtain services from a Buddhist monk or a medical practitioner?,Sacked Sri Lanka scientist rejects ad hominem attack as fertilizer warning materialize Are we to ask those companies to obtain services from a Buddhist monk or a medical practitioner?,negative,-0.996903718
Sri Lanka Lanwa cement sets up covered conveyor at China-run Hambantota Port,11/1/2021,Business,"The conveyor could carry 1,200 tonnes per hour  ","Sri Lanka Lanwa cement sets up covered conveyor at China-run Hambantota Port The conveyor could carry 1,200 tonnes per hour  ",negative,-0.988467515
"Sri Lanka to begin third Covid vaccine for frontline workers in health, border, tourism",11/1/2021,Health,"Health workers, military, airport, port workers and tourist sector","Sri Lanka to begin third Covid vaccine for frontline workers in health, border, tourism Health workers, military, airport, port workers and tourist sector",positive,0.961748064
Sri Lanka's UBC net down 24-pct in Sept 2021,11/1/2021,Banking,Net interest income fall amid debt moratorium,Sri Lanka's UBC net down 24-pct in Sept 2021 Net interest income fall amid debt moratorium,negative,-0.998695314
Sri Lanka's UBC net down 24-pct in Sept 2021,10/31/2021,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka’s Union Bank of Colombo (UBC) group fell 24 percent to 182 million rupees from a year earlier,Sri Lanka's UBC net down 24-pct in Sept 2021 Profits at Sri Lanka’s Union Bank of Colombo (UBC) group fell 24 percent to 182 million rupees from a year earlier,negative,-0.998755097
Sri Lanka's IOC unit reports Rs281mn in profits in Sept 2021,10/31/2021,Petroleum,The firm has a dispute with tax authorities close to 2 billion which is under litigation. ,Sri Lanka's IOC unit reports Rs281mn in profits in Sept 2021 The firm has a dispute with tax authorities close to 2 billion which is under litigation. ,negative,-0.993246913
Does Covid vaccines deprive visa and reduce fertility? - fact-checked,10/31/2021,Health,Some countries do not require vaccines and other countries requesting mandatory vaccination do not reject Sinopharm.,Does Covid vaccines deprive visa and reduce fertility? - fact-checked Some countries do not require vaccines and other countries requesting mandatory vaccination do not reject Sinopharm.,negative,-0.618314981
Sri Lanka gets ready for MICE tourism in pandemic era,10/31/2021,Tourism,SLCB has conducted the training for over 100 hoteliers ,Sri Lanka gets ready for MICE tourism in pandemic era SLCB has conducted the training for over 100 hoteliers ,positive,0.980557978
Sri Lanka CB says working to reverse trend of getting deeper into dollar debt,10/31/2021,Economy,Balancing Act,Sri Lanka CB says working to reverse trend of getting deeper into dollar debt Balancing Act,negative,-0.960862339
"Sri Lanka vaccinates 61-pct of population, amid over-60s caution",10/31/2021,Health,48-percent with Sinopharm,"Sri Lanka vaccinates 61-pct of population, amid over-60s caution 48-percent with Sinopharm",negative,-0.98061347
Sri Lankas's DFCC profits up three-fold in Sept21 quarter,10/31/2021,Banking,Net interest income sharply up,Sri Lankas's DFCC profits up three-fold in Sept21 quarter Net interest income sharply up,positive,0.968115985
"Sri Lanka medical experts warn of possible Covid-19 wave, propose counter measures",10/30/2021,Health,Third does for elderly as 7-pct of do not develop anti-bodies after Sinopharm ,"Sri Lanka medical experts warn of possible Covid-19 wave, propose counter measures Third does for elderly as 7-pct of do not develop anti-bodies after Sinopharm ",negative,-0.991596043
Sri Lanka power engineers seek US help to stop competitive tender annihilation,10/30/2021,Legal,The provision of the terminal was said to be conditional upon purchasing billions of dollars of LNG,Sri Lanka power engineers seek US help to stop competitive tender annihilation The provision of the terminal was said to be conditional upon purchasing billions of dollars of LNG,negative,-0.993303359
Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank net up 86-pct in Sept 2021,10/30/2021,Banking,Interest costs fall,Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank net up 86-pct in Sept 2021 Interest costs fall,negative,-0.999369204
"Sri Lanka inflation soars to 4-year high in October 2021, food up 24-pct over 2-years",10/30/2021,Economy,Food prices have risen 24.1 percent over two years amid local and global money printing,"Sri Lanka inflation soars to 4-year high in October 2021, food up 24-pct over 2-years Food prices have risen 24.1 percent over two years amid local and global money printing",negative,-0.691812456
"China doubles down on bacteria tainted fertilizer row, blacklisting Sri Lanka state bank",10/29/2021,Economy," ""Third party test refused. L/C payment obligation refused. PBSL (People’s Bank of Sri Lanka) blacklisted.""","China doubles down on bacteria tainted fertilizer row, blacklisting Sri Lanka state bank  ""Third party test refused. L/C payment obligation refused. PBSL (People’s Bank of Sri Lanka) blacklisted.""",negative,-0.999122441
"Sri Lanka to engage with Tamil diaspora, FM updates progress on human rights to British",10/29/2021,International Relations,Sri Lanka is facing risks of losing an over 500 million US dollar worth European Union trade concession,"Sri Lanka to engage with Tamil diaspora, FM updates progress on human rights to British Sri Lanka is facing risks of losing an over 500 million US dollar worth European Union trade concession",negative,-0.999001563
Sri Lanka stocks edge up amid foreign outflow after rating downgrade ,10/29/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks touched a fresh record closing high on Friday,Sri Lanka stocks edge up amid foreign outflow after rating downgrade  Sri Lanka stocks touched a fresh record closing high on Friday,positive,0.829215527
"UK to accept Sri Lanka vaccine certficates on AstraZeneca, Pfizer, Moderna",10/29/2021,Health,Travellers must also be able to provide a vaccination certificate from a national or state-level public health body,"UK to accept Sri Lanka vaccine certficates on AstraZeneca, Pfizer, Moderna Travellers must also be able to provide a vaccination certificate from a national or state-level public health body",negative,-0.967964053
Sri Lanka central bank tightens exporter surrender rules,10/29/2021,Economy,Only specified deductions allowed,Sri Lanka central bank tightens exporter surrender rules Only specified deductions allowed,negative,-0.995259821
Civet Close Encounters,10/29/2021,Arts and Culture,Midnight Rambler: Sympathy for the Devil in Your Garden,Civet Close Encounters Midnight Rambler: Sympathy for the Devil in Your Garden,positive,0.962287903
Sri Lanka state bank says acting on court order after China embassy 'blacklisting',10/29/2021,Banking,Court blocked payment over contaminated fertilizer,Sri Lanka state bank says acting on court order after China embassy 'blacklisting' Court blocked payment over contaminated fertilizer,negative,-0.996551514
Sri Lanka's Expolanka profit surges to Rs12bn in Sept quarter,10/29/2021,Markets,The Industry continued to experience demand supply imbalances,Sri Lanka's Expolanka profit surges to Rs12bn in Sept quarter The Industry continued to experience demand supply imbalances,negative,-0.991361201
"Sri Lanka health, environment ministries faulted for not helping 'market' organic fertilzer",10/29/2021,Agriculture,The health ministry has not uttered a word even a day so far,"Sri Lanka health, environment ministries faulted for not helping 'market' organic fertilzer The health ministry has not uttered a word even a day so far",negative,-0.996429503
Sri Lanka’s Sarvodaya DF looks for international marketing after IPO,10/29/2021,Banking,Taking capital to rural areas,Sri Lanka’s Sarvodaya DF looks for international marketing after IPO Taking capital to rural areas,negative,-0.993857443
"Sri Lanka exports 0.4-pct down in September 2021, tea slip 8.6-pct",10/29/2021,Economy,"Apparel, rubber up, tea, seafood down","Sri Lanka exports 0.4-pct down in September 2021, tea slip 8.6-pct Apparel, rubber up, tea, seafood down",negative,-0.996965349
AstraZeneca second shot at 12-weeks gives same antibody levels as 4-weeks: Sri Lanka study,10/29/2021,Health,"A study done by the Allergy, Immunology and Cell Biology Unit, University of Sri Jayewardenepura","AstraZeneca second shot at 12-weeks gives same antibody levels as 4-weeks: Sri Lanka study A study done by the Allergy, Immunology and Cell Biology Unit, University of Sri Jayewardenepura",negative,-0.987565339
Sri Lanka's Neelika Malavige at WHO Covid-19 advisory committee,10/28/2021,Health,The advisory group is composed of 10 experts ,Sri Lanka's Neelika Malavige at WHO Covid-19 advisory committee The advisory group is composed of 10 experts ,positive,0.993935287
Sri Lanka pulls 'Stage II' trick to fail 2025 bonds auction amid latest downgrade,10/28/2021,Bonds & Forex,2025 auction shunted to Stage II amid looming sovereign default,Sri Lanka pulls 'Stage II' trick to fail 2025 bonds auction amid latest downgrade 2025 auction shunted to Stage II amid looming sovereign default,negative,-0.998265922
"Sri Lanka shares edges down after touching new peak on profit taking, month end credits",10/28/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks closed weaker for the first time in nine session,"Sri Lanka shares edges down after touching new peak on profit taking, month end credits Sri Lanka stocks closed weaker for the first time in nine session",negative,-0.998784482
Sri Lanka says Moody's latest downgrade to Caa2 untimely,10/28/2021,Economy,Says assessment failed to take into account the latest developments ,Sri Lanka says Moody's latest downgrade to Caa2 untimely Says assessment failed to take into account the latest developments ,negative,-0.999757946
Moody's downgrades Sri Lanka sovereign rating to Caa2,10/28/2021,Economy,"Very low foreign exchange reserves, raises default risks","Moody's downgrades Sri Lanka sovereign rating to Caa2 Very low foreign exchange reserves, raises default risks",negative,-0.998512924
Sri Lanka President calls coalition partner meet to head off storm over LNG deal,10/28/2021,Political News,At least 11 coalition partners are due to meet on Friday to decide on a course of action which could involve strikes,Sri Lanka President calls coalition partner meet to head off storm over LNG deal At least 11 coalition partners are due to meet on Friday to decide on a course of action which could involve strikes,negative,-0.824591517
"Sri Lanka PM appreciates China help amid Indian push, fertilizer deal",10/28/2021,Political News,The Prime Minister’s stance was that Sri Lanka will buy a new shipment with required specifications,"Sri Lanka PM appreciates China help amid Indian push, fertilizer deal The Prime Minister’s stance was that Sri Lanka will buy a new shipment with required specifications",positive,0.96070832
"Sri Lanka needs radical public service consolidation, training blitz: Samarajiva",10/28/2021,Economy,Everybody took a hit except the government or the public sector employees,"Sri Lanka needs radical public service consolidation, training blitz: Samarajiva Everybody took a hit except the government or the public sector employees",negative,-0.993760645
Sri Lanka's Cargills to consolidate property into one unit,10/28/2021,Business,At the moment several mini-malls and cinemas are held through a number of subsidiaries,Sri Lanka's Cargills to consolidate property into one unit At the moment several mini-malls and cinemas are held through a number of subsidiaries,negative,-0.900050104
Sri Lanka nationalist monk's appointment to law taskforce spreads shock and awe,10/28/2021,Legal,The taskforce was announced via a gazette,Sri Lanka nationalist monk's appointment to law taskforce spreads shock and awe The taskforce was announced via a gazette,positive,0.992432594
Sri Lanka shares hit fresh record high as earning hopes boost sentiment,10/27/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka index hit a new all-time high,Sri Lanka shares hit fresh record high as earning hopes boost sentiment Sri Lanka index hit a new all-time high,positive,0.998793364
Sri Lanka has second successful Treasuries auction in 3-month bills only,10/27/2021,Bonds & Forex,6-month and 12-month bill markets still crippled,Sri Lanka has second successful Treasuries auction in 3-month bills only 6-month and 12-month bill markets still crippled,negative,-0.999527574
Sri Lanka’s Sarvodaya Development Finance eyes billion rupee IPO,10/27/2021,Markets, There is a huge appetite for impact investment,Sri Lanka’s Sarvodaya Development Finance eyes billion rupee IPO  There is a huge appetite for impact investment,positive,0.950258791
South Asia RTI laws are good but questions over effective use,10/27/2021,Legal,"In a democratic country, ownership of information must rest with citizens","South Asia RTI laws are good but questions over effective use In a democratic country, ownership of information must rest with citizens",negative,-0.918169737
Sacked Sri Lanka scientist says organic push needs evidence-based path,10/27/2021,Agriculture,"Without going for evidence-based decisions, nothing will go right","Sacked Sri Lanka scientist says organic push needs evidence-based path Without going for evidence-based decisions, nothing will go right",negative,-0.998753667
Sri Lanka CB drives QR code use in digital payment push,10/27/2021,Banking,"In the current COVID-19 global pandemic, it is now more important than ever to reduce the usage of cash","Sri Lanka CB drives QR code use in digital payment push In the current COVID-19 global pandemic, it is now more important than ever to reduce the usage of cash",negative,-0.989439309
"Sri Lanka to import some agro-chemicals amid protests, crop devastation concerns",10/27/2021,Economy,"In relation to weedicide and pesticide, the secretary to the agriculture ministry would take decisions","Sri Lanka to import some agro-chemicals amid protests, crop devastation concerns In relation to weedicide and pesticide, the secretary to the agriculture ministry would take decisions",negative,-0.972251594
Sri Lanka sacks top scientist over food crisis warnings,10/26/2021,Agriculture,"Professor Buddhi Marambe, 59, the top advisor on agriculture","Sri Lanka sacks top scientist over food crisis warnings Professor Buddhi Marambe, 59, the top advisor on agriculture",negative,-0.989476562
Sri Lanka stock index touches fresh peak on earning hopes,10/26/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stock index reached a new all-time high on Tuesday,Sri Lanka stock index touches fresh peak on earning hopes Sri Lanka stock index reached a new all-time high on Tuesday,positive,0.997898102
Sri Lanka bond yields steady ahead of auctions,10/26/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond and bill auctions this week,Sri Lanka bond yields steady ahead of auctions Bond and bill auctions this week,positive,0.99977392
Sri Lanka airport starts online health declarations,10/26/2021,Aviation,This system aims to reduce queuing time at the airport and reduce physical form filling,Sri Lanka airport starts online health declarations This system aims to reduce queuing time at the airport and reduce physical form filling,negative,-0.994167566
"Sri Lanka central bank says debt deals, land, power plant sale in progress",10/26/2021,Economy,Sale of power plant to New Fortress Energy expected in November/December ,"Sri Lanka central bank says debt deals, land, power plant sale in progress Sale of power plant to New Fortress Energy expected in November/December ",negative,-0.937369525
Lanka Credit and Business Finance IPO oversubcribed,10/26/2021,Economy,The IPO has attracted over 500 million rupees of applications in a few hours,Lanka Credit and Business Finance IPO oversubcribed The IPO has attracted over 500 million rupees of applications in a few hours,negative,-0.986958683
"Sri Lanka awards Petrol, Diesel contracts to Vitol Asia (Singapore) Pte Ltd",10/26/2021,Energy,From January to August 2022,"Sri Lanka awards Petrol, Diesel contracts to Vitol Asia (Singapore) Pte Ltd From January to August 2022",negative,-0.611632109
Sri Lanka to support 'no new coal' at COP26,10/26/2021,Energy,China has already pledged to stop financing coal plants abroad,Sri Lanka to support 'no new coal' at COP26 China has already pledged to stop financing coal plants abroad,negative,-0.997378349
Sri Lanka's Lanka Credit and Business Finance IPO opens,10/26/2021,Bonds & Forex,he 125 million shares will be 15.8 percent of the post issue shares of the company,Sri Lanka's Lanka Credit and Business Finance IPO opens he 125 million shares will be 15.8 percent of the post issue shares of the company,positive,0.905395031
Sri Lanka’s 2022 budget unlikely to be relief package: economist,10/26/2021,Economy,"""But obviously the budget cannot provide relief without somebody out there to finance it.”","Sri Lanka’s 2022 budget unlikely to be relief package: economist ""But obviously the budget cannot provide relief without somebody out there to finance it.”",negative,-0.995884836
"Sri Lanka GSP+ loss will hit multiple sectors, rural women: JAAF chief",10/26/2021,Apparel,"In the case of apparel, nearly 80 percent of the employees are predominantly rural women, ","Sri Lanka GSP+ loss will hit multiple sectors, rural women: JAAF chief In the case of apparel, nearly 80 percent of the employees are predominantly rural women, ",negative,-0.970708907
Sri Lanka can come out of economic crisis if 'right policies' are in place: opposition legislator,10/26/2021,Economy,"We need to create that confidence in investors coming in and saying look, Sri Lanka is good, trust us, invest in us","Sri Lanka can come out of economic crisis if 'right policies' are in place: opposition legislator We need to create that confidence in investors coming in and saying look, Sri Lanka is good, trust us, invest in us",positive,0.987461507
"Sri Lanka stock index at fresh record high; surpasses 10,000 points",10/25/2021,Markets,"ASPI crossed 10,000","Sri Lanka stock index at fresh record high; surpasses 10,000 points ASPI crossed 10,000",positive,0.998499274
Sri Lanka education start-up Magicbit raises funding through Angel Fund,10/25/2021,Business,This is Angel Fund's second investment for 2021,Sri Lanka education start-up Magicbit raises funding through Angel Fund This is Angel Fund's second investment for 2021,positive,0.943674207
Sri Lanka's CMPorts industrial park canvasses FDI in China's Yangtze and Pearl River deltas,10/25/2021,Business,HIPG has stationed an investment promotion team in China,Sri Lanka's CMPorts industrial park canvasses FDI in China's Yangtze and Pearl River deltas HIPG has stationed an investment promotion team in China,positive,0.942643583
"Sri Lanka short tenor bonds quoted, rupee officially at 203",10/25/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Rupees being injected at one end, and sterilized at the other","Sri Lanka short tenor bonds quoted, rupee officially at 203 Rupees being injected at one end, and sterilized at the other",negative,-0.981855929
India navy sailing vessels Tarangini and Sudarshini in Sri Lanka,10/25/2021,Legal,Six ships of the Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron arrived at Ports of Colombo and Trincomalee ,India navy sailing vessels Tarangini and Sudarshini in Sri Lanka Six ships of the Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron arrived at Ports of Colombo and Trincomalee ,positive,0.959580958
Sri Lanka expects US$1 billion FDI in this year despite pandemic: BoI Chief,10/25/2021,Economy,The BOI has approved 1.4 billion US dollar worth projects so far this year ,Sri Lanka expects US$1 billion FDI in this year despite pandemic: BoI Chief The BOI has approved 1.4 billion US dollar worth projects so far this year ,positive,0.972307444
"Sri Lanka's CPC says petrol, diesel losses rise as LIOC hikes prices",10/25/2021,Energy,The loss after direct taxes from diesel is 38.45 rupees to CPC and from petrol 92 it is a 23.19 rupees,"Sri Lanka's CPC says petrol, diesel losses rise as LIOC hikes prices The loss after direct taxes from diesel is 38.45 rupees to CPC and from petrol 92 it is a 23.19 rupees",negative,-0.994740427
"Sri Lanka tea under threat from pests, fungal outbreaks, weeds due to agro-chemical ban",10/24/2021,Agriculture,"Manual weeding worsens soil erosion, fertilizer loss","Sri Lanka tea under threat from pests, fungal outbreaks, weeds due to agro-chemical ban Manual weeding worsens soil erosion, fertilizer loss",negative,-0.998593867
"Sri Lanka egg prices up as feed costs soar amid money printing, import controls",10/24/2021,Agriculture,Import controls have pushed up maize costs,"Sri Lanka egg prices up as feed costs soar amid money printing, import controls Import controls have pushed up maize costs",negative,-0.994174778
Sri Lanka policy consistency in 2022 budget vital for FDI: BOI chief,10/24/2021,Economy,"Stability is something that everyone, including the existing investors, and the new investors will look at","Sri Lanka policy consistency in 2022 budget vital for FDI: BOI chief Stability is something that everyone, including the existing investors, and the new investors will look at",positive,0.997162759
"Sri Lanka's Peoples Insurance A+(lka) confirmed amid import controls, pandemic",10/23/2021,Business,Fitch Ratings has confirmed an 'A+(lka)' National Insurer Financial Strength rating of People's Insurance Plc ,"Sri Lanka's Peoples Insurance A+(lka) confirmed amid import controls, pandemic Fitch Ratings has confirmed an 'A+(lka)' National Insurer Financial Strength rating of People's Insurance Plc ",positive,0.792697787
Sri Lanka blocks payment to China Qingdao Seawin Biotech over fertilizer with bugs,10/23/2021,Economy,The order has prevented the People's Bank from making any payment under a Letter of Credit,Sri Lanka blocks payment to China Qingdao Seawin Biotech over fertilizer with bugs The order has prevented the People's Bank from making any payment under a Letter of Credit,negative,-0.999407649
Sri Lanka Presidents Secy asks for police probe over Indian fertilizer allegation,10/23/2021,Legal,Alleged influence over bank account opening,Sri Lanka Presidents Secy asks for police probe over Indian fertilizer allegation Alleged influence over bank account opening,negative,-0.990341425
Sri Lanka’s pandemic-hit unemployment show need for social security: IPS,10/23/2021,Economy,Surge in youth unemployment,Sri Lanka’s pandemic-hit unemployment show need for social security: IPS Surge in youth unemployment,negative,-0.993469357
Sri Lanka's CAL starts online portal for IPO subscriptions,10/23/2021,Markets,Digital signatures for authentication,Sri Lanka's CAL starts online portal for IPO subscriptions Digital signatures for authentication,negative,-0.942249596
COVID-19 vaccine mix-and-match can exceed performance of NMRA vaccines: Nature,10/23/2021,Health,Sri Lanka on Friday (22) decided the booster dose program will start from first week of November.,COVID-19 vaccine mix-and-match can exceed performance of NMRA vaccines: Nature Sri Lanka on Friday (22) decided the booster dose program will start from first week of November.,negative,-0.96717602
Sri Lanka preparing agreements for US$3.6bn for Oman credit line amid money printing,10/23/2021,Economy,The central bank Governor has promised to supply dollars for this month's fuel imports,Sri Lanka preparing agreements for US$3.6bn for Oman credit line amid money printing The central bank Governor has promised to supply dollars for this month's fuel imports,negative,-0.997748196
"Sri Lanka's rising prices will hurt the poor, but price controls do not work: economist",10/23/2021,Economy,The price control is a feel good policy ,"Sri Lanka's rising prices will hurt the poor, but price controls do not work: economist The price control is a feel good policy ",negative,-0.970005214
Sri Lanka stock index touches new record; Expolanka leads,10/22/2021,Markets,The majority of the contribution for the index gain came from Expolanka,Sri Lanka stock index touches new record; Expolanka leads The majority of the contribution for the index gain came from Expolanka,positive,0.995674789
"Sri Lanka's North, East see highest attendance of students, teachers: minister  ",10/22/2021,Education,Gunawardena said the government was able to open around 98 percent of the targeted schools.,"Sri Lanka's North, East see highest attendance of students, teachers: minister   Gunawardena said the government was able to open around 98 percent of the targeted schools.",positive,0.996231258
Sri Lanka to lift inter-province travel ban on Oct 31 amid reports of open violation,10/22/2021,Health,"""The behaviour of the public is not satisfying,” Health Promotion Bureau Director Dr Ranjith Batuwanthudawa said.","Sri Lanka to lift inter-province travel ban on Oct 31 amid reports of open violation ""The behaviour of the public is not satisfying,” Health Promotion Bureau Director Dr Ranjith Batuwanthudawa said.",negative,-0.999517083
Sri Lanka State Pharmaceutical Corporation chairman steps down,10/22/2021,Health,"""I have a health issue. It is a kind of leave [that I’m taking’,"" Gunasena told EconomyNext on Friday (22).","Sri Lanka State Pharmaceutical Corporation chairman steps down ""I have a health issue. It is a kind of leave [that I’m taking’,"" Gunasena told EconomyNext on Friday (22).",negative,-0.998428881
Sri Lanka rupee dollar swaps turn negative amid non-credible peg at 203,10/22/2021,Bonds & Forex,Spot/6 months at - 90 ,Sri Lanka rupee dollar swaps turn negative amid non-credible peg at 203 Spot/6 months at - 90 ,negative,-0.999691486
"Sri Lanka national inflation 5.5-pct in Sept 2021, food up 25-pct over two years",10/22/2021,Economy,12-month inflation unchanged at 5.5 percent,"Sri Lanka national inflation 5.5-pct in Sept 2021, food up 25-pct over two years 12-month inflation unchanged at 5.5 percent",negative,-0.977165818
Sri Lanka CSE links with UK investor relations certificate program,10/22/2021,Markets,To help improve investor relations of listed companies,Sri Lanka CSE links with UK investor relations certificate program To help improve investor relations of listed companies,positive,0.956833839
Sri Lanka opposition MP claims police tapped encrypted WhatsApp call,10/21/2021,Politics,“These calls were on taken on WhatsApp. These calls are supposed to be end-to-end encrypted. It is transmitted as data...,Sri Lanka opposition MP claims police tapped encrypted WhatsApp call “These calls were on taken on WhatsApp. These calls are supposed to be end-to-end encrypted. It is transmitted as data...,negative,-0.998076081
"Sri Lanka stock index hits fresh peak on speculations, earning hopes",10/21/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks closed at a fresh all time high on Thursday,"Sri Lanka stock index hits fresh peak on speculations, earning hopes Sri Lanka stocks closed at a fresh all time high on Thursday",positive,0.996023774
Sri Lanka Catholic church head doubtful Easter victims will find justice under present admin,10/21/2021,Politics,"Power gained through blood of innocents will not endure, the archbishop said.","Sri Lanka Catholic church head doubtful Easter victims will find justice under present admin Power gained through blood of innocents will not endure, the archbishop said.",positive,0.979295135
"Sri Lanka sees very few students, teachers on first day of reopening schools",10/21/2021,Education,"“There were only a few students and teachers in the Kurunagala district,” a principal from Kurunagala told EconomyNe...","Sri Lanka sees very few students, teachers on first day of reopening schools “There were only a few students and teachers in the Kurunagala district,” a principal from Kurunagala told EconomyNe...",negative,-0.985388458
Another Sri Lanka govt MP calls for social media regulation amid online backlash,10/21/2021,Free Speech,"“I think those who harm the country and destabilise the country have seized the opportunity,” he said.","Another Sri Lanka govt MP calls for social media regulation amid online backlash “I think those who harm the country and destabilise the country have seized the opportunity,” he said.",negative,-0.99611181
Sri Lanka to vaccinate 16-17-year-olds starting Friday (22): health offiicial,10/21/2021,Health,Authorities started vaccinating 18-19-year-olds in on October 15 and expanded island-wide on Thursday (21).,Sri Lanka to vaccinate 16-17-year-olds starting Friday (22): health offiicial Authorities started vaccinating 18-19-year-olds in on October 15 and expanded island-wide on Thursday (21).,negative,-0.853621602
Delta Plus not detected in Sri Lanka yet: university lab,10/21/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka so far has detected two variants of concern, the Alpha and Delta strains, spreading in the community.","Delta Plus not detected in Sri Lanka yet: university lab Sri Lanka so far has detected two variants of concern, the Alpha and Delta strains, spreading in the community.",positive,0.849231243
Sri Lanka Ports Authority plans waterfront PPP in Mahara stone quarry,10/21/2021,Business,"Mixed development with urban residential, cultural and recreation facilities","Sri Lanka Ports Authority plans waterfront PPP in Mahara stone quarry Mixed development with urban residential, cultural and recreation facilities",positive,0.931172669
Flight from Sri Lanka to flag-off Kushinagar airport in India,10/20/2021,Aviation,A delegation of politicians and monks to city of significance to Buddhists,Flight from Sri Lanka to flag-off Kushinagar airport in India A delegation of politicians and monks to city of significance to Buddhists,positive,0.996216476
Sri Lanka imports top three year high by Aug 2021 amid money printing,10/19/2021,Economy,The surge in imports came despite import controls,Sri Lanka imports top three year high by Aug 2021 amid money printing The surge in imports came despite import controls,negative,-0.72933507
Sri Lanka to amend Kandyan marriage and divorce act,10/19/2021,Legal,A minor under the age of 18 cannot enter legal marriage in Sri Lanka.,Sri Lanka to amend Kandyan marriage and divorce act A minor under the age of 18 cannot enter legal marriage in Sri Lanka.,negative,-0.939751565
Sri Lanka cabinet approves next step towards banning cattle slaughter,10/19/2021,Politics,Analysts say the SLPP leaders think the cattle slaughter ban is politically rewarding at a time of easy vigilantism.,Sri Lanka cabinet approves next step towards banning cattle slaughter Analysts say the SLPP leaders think the cattle slaughter ban is politically rewarding at a time of easy vigilantism.,positive,0.984509766
"Despite Indian pressure, Sri Lanka says provincial polls only after electoral reform",10/19/2021,Uncategorized,“We cannot exactly say when the elections will be held. It will be held after the election system is changed.”,"Despite Indian pressure, Sri Lanka says provincial polls only after electoral reform “We cannot exactly say when the elections will be held. It will be held after the election system is changed.”",negative,-0.969821095
Sri Lanka CB appoints new monetary policy consultative committee,10/19/2021,Economy,Representatives from several sectors,Sri Lanka CB appoints new monetary policy consultative committee Representatives from several sectors,positive,0.967506766
"Despite drop in cases, Sri Lanka health official wants COVID-19 restrictions to continue",10/19/2021,Health,"""We saw the same thing happened in April this year when restrictions were relaxed as case numbers dropped.""","Despite drop in cases, Sri Lanka health official wants COVID-19 restrictions to continue ""We saw the same thing happened in April this year when restrictions were relaxed as case numbers dropped.""",negative,-0.942987561
Sri Lanka to remove heavy industry monopoly in Trincomalee port,10/19/2021,Logistics,Ports agency has around 2000 hectares which could be developed,Sri Lanka to remove heavy industry monopoly in Trincomalee port Ports agency has around 2000 hectares which could be developed,positive,0.610399425
"Sri Lanka CB chief to discuss with CRIB, banks on covid-hit bad loans",10/19/2021,Banking,Covid treatment of CRIB,"Sri Lanka CB chief to discuss with CRIB, banks on covid-hit bad loans Covid treatment of CRIB",negative,-0.988493979
"Sri Lanka stock index hit fresh peak on CLC speculative trading, earning hopes ",10/18/2021,Markets,"ASPI hit 9,700 psychological benchmark ","Sri Lanka stock index hit fresh peak on CLC speculative trading, earning hopes  ASPI hit 9,700 psychological benchmark ",positive,0.989829719
"Sri Lanka Treasuries auction succeeds, yields up, inverted",10/18/2021,Bonds & Forex,One year yield up 89bp but below market expectations,"Sri Lanka Treasuries auction succeeds, yields up, inverted One year yield up 89bp but below market expectations",positive,0.973715186
"Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank says its QR code app draws 100,000 users",10/18/2021,Banking,Various bills can be paid using the app,"Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank says its QR code app draws 100,000 users Various bills can be paid using the app",negative,-0.556598604
Sri Lanka's school teachers to return to work on Oct 25 but TU campaign to continue,10/18/2021,Education,"""But we will not stop our struggle. Even after resuming teaching, we will continue.""","Sri Lanka's school teachers to return to work on Oct 25 but TU campaign to continue ""But we will not stop our struggle. Even after resuming teaching, we will continue.""",positive,0.996581495
Sri Lanka's proposed new constitution to be ready by Jan 2022: minister,10/18/2021,Politics,"""In January 2022, Sri Lanka parliament will have the opportunity to focus on the new constitution,” he said.","Sri Lanka's proposed new constitution to be ready by Jan 2022: minister ""In January 2022, Sri Lanka parliament will have the opportunity to focus on the new constitution,” he said.",positive,0.997417331
Sri Lanka cryptocurrency users should take own risk: CB officials,10/18/2021,Economy,El Salvador has made Bitcoin legal tender amid controversy,Sri Lanka cryptocurrency users should take own risk: CB officials El Salvador has made Bitcoin legal tender amid controversy,negative,-0.992369771
"Sri Lanka Easter attack probe: Prez said he couldn't implement some recommendations, claims cardinal",10/18/2021,Politics,"""The report has been a waste of time and a waste of hope to all of us,” he said","Sri Lanka Easter attack probe: Prez said he couldn't implement some recommendations, claims cardinal ""The report has been a waste of time and a waste of hope to all of us,” he said",negative,-0.999797285
Sri Lanka prints Rs19bn despite lifting Treasuries price controls,10/18/2021,Economy,Both reported outright bill stock and window borrowings up,Sri Lanka prints Rs19bn despite lifting Treasuries price controls Both reported outright bill stock and window borrowings up,negative,-0.994479537
"Sri Lanka manufacturing, some services recover in Sept 2021: PMI",10/18/2021,Business,Retail and leisure still hit amid lockdowns,"Sri Lanka manufacturing, some services recover in Sept 2021: PMI Retail and leisure still hit amid lockdowns",negative,-0.98851645
"Sri Lanka sells more bonds by post-auction window, 15-pct unsold",10/18/2021,Economy,To maintain external stability bond auctions has to succeed,"Sri Lanka sells more bonds by post-auction window, 15-pct unsold To maintain external stability bond auctions has to succeed",negative,-0.834982634
"Sri Lanka tea farms welcome nitrogen fertilizer relaxation, but say problems remain",10/17/2021,Agriculture,Industry is also awaiting further clarity on the use of other essential inputs for control of weeds and pests,"Sri Lanka tea farms welcome nitrogen fertilizer relaxation, but say problems remain Industry is also awaiting further clarity on the use of other essential inputs for control of weeds and pests",negative,-0.976454675
Sri Lanka pondering COVID-19 booster shot as int'l studies question Chinese jabs,10/16/2021,Health,Scientists around the world have started to question the protection offered by the China manufactured vaccines: Nature,Sri Lanka pondering COVID-19 booster shot as int'l studies question Chinese jabs Scientists around the world have started to question the protection offered by the China manufactured vaccines: Nature,negative,-0.985364377
Sri Lanka CB expects falling remittance to reverse trend from October,10/16/2021,Economy,Parallel exchange rates still operate,Sri Lanka CB expects falling remittance to reverse trend from October Parallel exchange rates still operate,negative,-0.988182604
"Sri Lanka export committee to identify markets, recommend policy",10/15/2021,Business,The committee will run for a duration of 5-years,"Sri Lanka export committee to identify markets, recommend policy The committee will run for a duration of 5-years",positive,0.920665205
Sri Lanka stocks steady; earnings awaited,10/15/2021,Markets,Stockbrokers said investors engaged in profit-taking in index-heavy stocks ahead the long weekend.,Sri Lanka stocks steady; earnings awaited Stockbrokers said investors engaged in profit-taking in index-heavy stocks ahead the long weekend.,positive,0.986906767
"Sri Lanka foreign minister calls for cooperation with Malaysia in digitization, education",10/15/2021,Uncategorized,"""Sri Lanka is interested in adopting certain aspects of Malaysia's digitalization process.""","Sri Lanka foreign minister calls for cooperation with Malaysia in digitization, education ""Sri Lanka is interested in adopting certain aspects of Malaysia's digitalization process.""",positive,0.981545389
Sri Lanka's COVID-19 inter-province travel ban to be strictly enforced till Oct 21,10/15/2021,Uncategorized,Health official are still concerned about a possible resurgence of COVID-19.,Sri Lanka's COVID-19 inter-province travel ban to be strictly enforced till Oct 21 Health official are still concerned about a possible resurgence of COVID-19.,negative,-0.969737232
Sri Lanka teachers' strike: minister threatens legal action if teachers disrupt school reopening,10/15/2021,Education,Weerasekara drew parallels between a dragging teachers’ strike – now into its fourth month – and Sri Lanka’s civ...,Sri Lanka teachers' strike: minister threatens legal action if teachers disrupt school reopening Weerasekara drew parallels between a dragging teachers’ strike – now into its fourth month – and Sri Lanka’s civ...,negative,-0.996717632
Sri Lanka will deal with policy measures if GSP+ reversed: CB chief,10/15/2021,Economy,Therefore we have assured all the stakeholders that we would be able to deal with that situation,Sri Lanka will deal with policy measures if GSP+ reversed: CB chief Therefore we have assured all the stakeholders that we would be able to deal with that situation,positive,0.977295935
"Sri Lanka CB sees inflation rising in the near term, but rules out double digits",10/15/2021,Economy,We expect some near term inflationary pressure due to global price movement and surge in global commodity prices,"Sri Lanka CB sees inflation rising in the near term, but rules out double digits We expect some near term inflationary pressure due to global price movement and surge in global commodity prices",negative,-0.986906767
Sri Lanka CB sees private sector credit growth at 14-pct by end 2021,10/15/2021,Economy,We have seen a substantial increase in the private sector credit,Sri Lanka CB sees private sector credit growth at 14-pct by end 2021 We have seen a substantial increase in the private sector credit,positive,0.997342527
Sri Lanka CB to propose dollarized car imports amid money printing,10/15/2021,Economy,We now see a bubble in vehicle prices,Sri Lanka CB to propose dollarized car imports amid money printing We now see a bubble in vehicle prices,negative,-0.992662907
Sri Lanka says IMF growth projection for 2021 too low,10/14/2021,Economy,"When it comes to the local forecast, I think our research department has a greater understanding","Sri Lanka says IMF growth projection for 2021 too low When it comes to the local forecast, I think our research department has a greater understanding",negative,-0.964656234
Sri Lanka stocks rebound after central bank keeps rates steady,10/14/2021,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.31 percent on Thursday (13) in lower trade,Sri Lanka stocks rebound after central bank keeps rates steady Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.31 percent on Thursday (13) in lower trade,positive,0.800239265
"Rough seas, 2-3m high waves forecast for some of Sri Lanka's coastal regions",10/14/2021,Weather and Climate,Naval and fishing communities have been advised to exercise caution.,"Rough seas, 2-3m high waves forecast for some of Sri Lanka's coastal regions Naval and fishing communities have been advised to exercise caution.",negative,-0.980998218
Number portability to finally become reality in Sri Lanka in May 2022: regulator,10/14/2021,ICT,The regulatory has informed all the communication service providers to set up a clearing house.,Number portability to finally become reality in Sri Lanka in May 2022: regulator The regulatory has informed all the communication service providers to set up a clearing house.,positive,0.973608255
"Sri Lanka foreign minister briefs diplomats on economy, UN probe and GSP plus",10/14/2021,Uncategorized,"“The minister sought the cooperation of the diplomatic community in the resumption of tourism and economic activity.""","Sri Lanka foreign minister briefs diplomats on economy, UN probe and GSP plus “The minister sought the cooperation of the diplomatic community in the resumption of tourism and economic activity.""",positive,0.993247628
Sri Lanka police defuse hand grenade found near popular Buddhist temple,10/14/2021,Terrorism,A similar incident occurred in September when police found a hand grenade inside a private hospital.,Sri Lanka police defuse hand grenade found near popular Buddhist temple A similar incident occurred in September when police found a hand grenade inside a private hospital.,negative,-0.989242733
"Sri Lanka bond yields down, some activity after rate decision",10/14/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bill yields also down,"Sri Lanka bond yields down, some activity after rate decision Bill yields also down",negative,-0.99949038
"Sri Lanka keeps overnight policy rates unchanged, market rates move up",10/14/2021,Economy,Market rates move up after last hike,"Sri Lanka keeps overnight policy rates unchanged, market rates move up Market rates move up after last hike",positive,0.98482579
"India army chief, Modi’s ally in Sri Lanka amid rising Chinese influence",10/14/2021,International Relations,The visits come a week after Indian foreign secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla came on a three-day official visit.,"India army chief, Modi’s ally in Sri Lanka amid rising Chinese influence The visits come a week after Indian foreign secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla came on a three-day official visit.",positive,0.951136768
IFC issues Sri Lanka rupee bond,10/13/2021,Bonds & Forex,To finance Sunshine Holdings unit,IFC issues Sri Lanka rupee bond To finance Sunshine Holdings unit,negative,-0.816477537
Sri Lanka stocks fall for third session ahead of policy rates decision,10/13/2021,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.48 percent  for the third session on Wednesday (13),Sri Lanka stocks fall for third session ahead of policy rates decision Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.48 percent  for the third session on Wednesday (13),negative,-0.998073936
"Sri Lanka to launch pilot project to vaccinate 18, 19-year-old students",10/13/2021,Health,"Dharmasena said, after the pilot project in Colombo, the programme will continue as previously planned.","Sri Lanka to launch pilot project to vaccinate 18, 19-year-old students Dharmasena said, after the pilot project in Colombo, the programme will continue as previously planned.",positive,0.991694152
"India army chief, top politico in Sri Lanka days after India foreign secy visit",10/13/2021,International Relations,Meetings are scheduled for Wednesday (13) with President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and/or other senior government officia,"India army chief, top politico in Sri Lanka days after India foreign secy visit Meetings are scheduled for Wednesday (13) with President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and/or other senior government officia",positive,0.960306108
Sri Lanka 3-month Treasuries yield up 0.89bp to 8.04-pct,10/13/2021,Bonds & Forex,6 and 12 months bids rejected,Sri Lanka 3-month Treasuries yield up 0.89bp to 8.04-pct 6 and 12 months bids rejected,negative,-0.996854007
"Sri Lanka teachers’ trade unions stick to their guns, continue strike",10/13/2021,Education,The teachers' trade union campaign has turned out to be one of the longest strikes in the island’s history.,"Sri Lanka teachers’ trade unions stick to their guns, continue strike The teachers' trade union campaign has turned out to be one of the longest strikes in the island’s history.",negative,-0.990992188
"Sri Lanka rupee non-credible peg at 203 to dollar drives dollar rationing, rates rise",10/13/2021,Economy,Banks trying to supply dollars to non-foods,"Sri Lanka rupee non-credible peg at 203 to dollar drives dollar rationing, rates rise Banks trying to supply dollars to non-foods",negative,-0.990632534
Sri Lanka shares edge down in thin trade; possible rate hike concerns weigh,10/12/2021,Markets,The central bank will announce the policy rates on Thursday ,Sri Lanka shares edge down in thin trade; possible rate hike concerns weigh The central bank will announce the policy rates on Thursday ,negative,-0.996523142
"Sri Lanka 2021 GDP growth downgraded to 3.6-pct by IMF, global growth lowered",10/12/2021,Economy,Vaccine divide creates large disparities,"Sri Lanka 2021 GDP growth downgraded to 3.6-pct by IMF, global growth lowered Vaccine divide creates large disparities",negative,-0.992065251
Sri Lanka govt talks with teacher trade unions end with no final decision: officials,10/12/2021,Education,"“We did not give our response in the meeting, but we hope to discuss it with the unions tomorrow,"" said Stalin.","Sri Lanka govt talks with teacher trade unions end with no final decision: officials “We did not give our response in the meeting, but we hope to discuss it with the unions tomorrow,"" said Stalin.",positive,0.613140225
Sri Lanka probing viral video of tourist who claims he turned back due to lockdown,10/12/2021,Tourism,"""I don't know why the tourist did not opt to use those facilities but made this viral video. It is mind boggling.""","Sri Lanka probing viral video of tourist who claims he turned back due to lockdown ""I don't know why the tourist did not opt to use those facilities but made this viral video. It is mind boggling.""",negative,-0.989317119
Sri Lanka bond auction yields rise around 100bp across maturities,10/12/2021,Bonds & Forex,80 billion rupees out of 100 billion rupee auction sold,Sri Lanka bond auction yields rise around 100bp across maturities 80 billion rupees out of 100 billion rupee auction sold,negative,-0.881198347
Low turnout at Sri Lanka university vax centres as students show preference for Pfizer,10/12/2021,Health,"“The vaccine that students want arrives in very limited quantifies. We can’t easily purchase it either.""","Low turnout at Sri Lanka university vax centres as students show preference for Pfizer “The vaccine that students want arrives in very limited quantifies. We can’t easily purchase it either.""",negative,-0.999364555
Sri Lanka to draft new cyber security legislation; two separate bills proposed,10/12/2021,Defence,A cybersecurity bill has been on the cards for several years.,Sri Lanka to draft new cyber security legislation; two separate bills proposed A cybersecurity bill has been on the cards for several years.,negative,-0.872764766
Cabinet nod for bill extending Sri Lanka's private sector retirement age to 60,10/12/2021,Business,The cabinet has approved the proposal by Labour Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva to present the draft bill in p'ment.,Cabinet nod for bill extending Sri Lanka's private sector retirement age to 60 The cabinet has approved the proposal by Labour Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva to present the draft bill in p'ment.,positive,0.933238447
Sri Lanka may allow liquid nitrogen fertilizer for tea: Minister,10/12/2021,Agriculture,A committee has been formed to look into how liquid nitrogen could be provided to tea,Sri Lanka may allow liquid nitrogen fertilizer for tea: Minister A committee has been formed to look into how liquid nitrogen could be provided to tea,negative,-0.864037931
Sri Lanka president's self-criticism not sign of weakness nor of govt's end: top minister,10/12/2021,Politics,"“Don’t take this as a weakness or a sign of the government’s end,” Minister Alahapperuma said.","Sri Lanka president's self-criticism not sign of weakness nor of govt's end: top minister “Don’t take this as a weakness or a sign of the government’s end,” Minister Alahapperuma said.",positive,0.668702424
"Sri Lanka budget on November 12, vote on December 10",10/12/2021,Economy,"The appropriation bill details a total of 2,505 billion rupees  in spending","Sri Lanka budget on November 12, vote on December 10 The appropriation bill details a total of 2,505 billion rupees  in spending",positive,0.645750523
"Sri Lanka bond markets inactive ahead of auction, policy meeting",10/12/2021,Bonds & Forex,On Monday a 15.12.2023 bond traded at 8.35 percent dealers said,"Sri Lanka bond markets inactive ahead of auction, policy meeting On Monday a 15.12.2023 bond traded at 8.35 percent dealers said",negative,-0.998414755
"Sri Lanka private, state credit surge in August, CB credit up 187-pct",10/12/2021,Economy,Central bank credit to government grew 187 percent in the 12-months to August,"Sri Lanka private, state credit surge in August, CB credit up 187-pct Central bank credit to government grew 187 percent in the 12-months to August",positive,0.936859071
"Sri Lanka CPC seeks fuel price hike amid Powell Bubble, currency fall",10/12/2021,Energy,We will inform the cabinet that we cannot bear this loss anymore,"Sri Lanka CPC seeks fuel price hike amid Powell Bubble, currency fall We will inform the cabinet that we cannot bear this loss anymore",negative,-0.997242689
Sri Lanka stocks fall as rate hike possibility weighs; energy shares up after price hike,10/11/2021,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka stocks closed lower on Monday (11) in thin trade with market heavy weights dragging the index down,Sri Lanka stocks fall as rate hike possibility weighs; energy shares up after price hike Sri Lanka stocks closed lower on Monday (11) in thin trade with market heavy weights dragging the index down,negative,-0.999273717
"As COVID-19 restrictions come off, Sri Lanka authorities alarmed over lax public behaviour",10/11/2021,Health,"""We can't draw a line and say okay from this day we are free of COVID,"" Rambukwella said.","As COVID-19 restrictions come off, Sri Lanka authorities alarmed over lax public behaviour ""We can't draw a line and say okay from this day we are free of COVID,"" Rambukwella said.",negative,-0.992519736
"Sri Lanka food, cooking gas prices up after controls removed amid money printing",10/11/2021,Business,Fuel price hike expected,"Sri Lanka food, cooking gas prices up after controls removed amid money printing Fuel price hike expected",negative,-0.98569864
"Sri Lanka's state universities begin vaccinating students, staff aged 20-29",10/11/2021,Education,"Students, academic and non academic staff can go to the nearest university to their residence to get the jab, he said.","Sri Lanka's state universities begin vaccinating students, staff aged 20-29 Students, academic and non academic staff can go to the nearest university to their residence to get the jab, he said.",negative,-0.990737975
"Sri Lanka may hold PC polls in early 2022, but no pressure from India: foreign minister",10/11/2021,Politics,"“India didn’t say they were putting pressure. The word ‘pressure’ is wholly incorrect,"" Minister Peiris said.","Sri Lanka may hold PC polls in early 2022, but no pressure from India: foreign minister “India didn’t say they were putting pressure. The word ‘pressure’ is wholly incorrect,"" Minister Peiris said.",negative,-0.997412026
Sri Lanka's NTB 'A(lka)' rating confirmed by Fitch amid slowing credit,10/11/2021,Banking,NTB had a higher concentration on leasing and credit cards and weak asset quality than peers.,Sri Lanka's NTB 'A(lka)' rating confirmed by Fitch amid slowing credit NTB had a higher concentration on leasing and credit cards and weak asset quality than peers.,negative,-0.999234319
"Sri Lanka president acknowledges shortcomings, repledges new constitution",10/11/2021,Politics,"“However, we have done a lot of work for the people under these circumstances.""","Sri Lanka president acknowledges shortcomings, repledges new constitution “However, we have done a lot of work for the people under these circumstances.""",negative,-0.926194966
Sri Lanka says only quotes no volumes for sovereign bond buy-back,10/11/2021,Economy,Not even 5 per cent of the outstanding January 2022 ISB maturity was available for sale,Sri Lanka says only quotes no volumes for sovereign bond buy-back Not even 5 per cent of the outstanding January 2022 ISB maturity was available for sale,negative,-0.998448133
"Sri Lanka central bank on insolvency track, quasi-fiscal losses loom",10/11/2021,Economy,In September gross reserves had fallen further,"Sri Lanka central bank on insolvency track, quasi-fiscal losses loom In September gross reserves had fallen further",negative,-0.999581754
Sri Lanka's SDB 'BB+(lka)' rating confirmed by Fitch amid strong credit growth,10/10/2021,Banking,"""We do not expect near-term pressure on SDB's liquidity as it has not fully utilized the proceeds from its capital","Sri Lanka's SDB 'BB+(lka)' rating confirmed by Fitch amid strong credit growth ""We do not expect near-term pressure on SDB's liquidity as it has not fully utilized the proceeds from its capital",negative,-0.5136199
"Distilleries, Melstacorp 'AAA-(lka); Fitch rating confirmed despite expected tax hike",10/10/2021,Business,Fitch expects some tax hikes in the sector but at moderate levels ,"Distilleries, Melstacorp 'AAA-(lka); Fitch rating confirmed despite expected tax hike Fitch expects some tax hikes in the sector but at moderate levels ",negative,-0.968253553
Sri Lanka power regulator license more electricians,10/10/2021,Business,PUCSL says an electrician license will be made mandatory by next year and regulations will be imposed ,Sri Lanka power regulator license more electricians PUCSL says an electrician license will be made mandatory by next year and regulations will be imposed ,negative,-0.993107378
Mangala Samaraweera: The Utopian Expedient,10/10/2021,Culture,"In a country of tribes – whether family, school, community or class - he saw individuals for who they were","Mangala Samaraweera: The Utopian Expedient In a country of tribes – whether family, school, community or class - he saw individuals for who they were",positive,0.992114305
IMF cautions Maldives on money printing to stop rufiyaa fall as Sri Lanka wobbles,10/9/2021,Economy,Tighter monetary policy stance may be needed to ensure compatibility with the exchange rate peg,IMF cautions Maldives on money printing to stop rufiyaa fall as Sri Lanka wobbles Tighter monetary policy stance may be needed to ensure compatibility with the exchange rate peg,negative,-0.996353507
Sri Lanka forex reserves down to US$2.5bn in September,10/9/2021,Economy,From US$5.6bn in December 2020,Sri Lanka forex reserves down to US$2.5bn in September From US$5.6bn in December 2020,negative,-0.990919948
"Despite challenges, trade fairs will stay",10/9/2021,Economy,Organisers are looking at different methods in which Trade Fairs could be re-introduced.,"Despite challenges, trade fairs will stay Organisers are looking at different methods in which Trade Fairs could be re-introduced.",positive,0.995736837
"Sri Lanka's GMOA to go on token strike on October 13 over transfer, internship delays",10/8/2021,Health,"“We request the Minister of Health to take immediate action to resolve this issue,"" the GMOA said.","Sri Lanka's GMOA to go on token strike on October 13 over transfer, internship delays “We request the Minister of Health to take immediate action to resolve this issue,"" the GMOA said.",negative,-0.994067669
Sri Lanka share index hits fresh record high amid concerns over rising interest rates,10/8/2021,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka’s stock index closed at a new record high on Friday (07) as lifting of price controls boosted investor senti...,Sri Lanka share index hits fresh record high amid concerns over rising interest rates Sri Lanka’s stock index closed at a new record high on Friday (07) as lifting of price controls boosted investor senti...,positive,0.998710394
"Sri Lanka tourist arrivals boosted by India, Pakistan in Sept 2021",10/8/2021,Tourism,"In late August, Sri Lanka restarted its tourism campaign in India ","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals boosted by India, Pakistan in Sept 2021 In late August, Sri Lanka restarted its tourism campaign in India ",positive,0.994540513
Sri Lanka volunteers take charge in digitally memorialising COVID-19 victims,10/8/2021,Health,"To date, 13,229 lives have been lost to the disease: each of them a unique human being with their own stories.","Sri Lanka volunteers take charge in digitally memorialising COVID-19 victims To date, 13,229 lives have been lost to the disease: each of them a unique human being with their own stories.",positive,0.994625628
"Sri Lanka Minister apologizes for creating shortages, gives up on price controls",10/8/2021,Economy,We apologize for the inconvenience caused to consumers,"Sri Lanka Minister apologizes for creating shortages, gives up on price controls We apologize for the inconvenience caused to consumers",negative,-0.995626807
18-19-year-olds in Sri Lanka to get Pfizer-BioNTech jab from October 21,10/8/2021,Health,"So far, 14,668,212 Sri Lankans have received at least one dose of a vaccine.","18-19-year-olds in Sri Lanka to get Pfizer-BioNTech jab from October 21 So far, 14,668,212 Sri Lankans have received at least one dose of a vaccine.",negative,-0.993683815
Sri Lanka CB to set up mobile app for remittances,10/8/2021,Banking,SL-Remit to make it cheaper,Sri Lanka CB to set up mobile app for remittances SL-Remit to make it cheaper,negative,-0.980316579
"Sri Lanka shortage agency likely to relax price controls on LPG, wheat flour, milk",10/8/2021,Economy,CAA to issue new price controls based on 'costs',"Sri Lanka shortage agency likely to relax price controls on LPG, wheat flour, milk CAA to issue new price controls based on 'costs'",negative,-0.990975797
Blame game in Sri Lanka parliament over detained MP's DIY urinal,10/8/2021,Politics,"Bathiudeen is also facing inconvenience in offering his two night-time prayers due to this issue, the MP said.","Blame game in Sri Lanka parliament over detained MP's DIY urinal Bathiudeen is also facing inconvenience in offering his two night-time prayers due to this issue, the MP said.",negative,-0.996071696
Sri Lanka removes limit on unvaccinated inbound passengers; duty free open for vaxxed,10/7/2021,Tourism,"However, unvaccinated passengers must still undergo a 14-day quarantine.","Sri Lanka removes limit on unvaccinated inbound passengers; duty free open for vaxxed However, unvaccinated passengers must still undergo a 14-day quarantine.",negative,-0.952964067
Sri Lanka stocks hit fresh all-time high for second day; Foreigners continue exit,10/7/2021,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka stocks touch a new record high on Thursday (7),Sri Lanka stocks hit fresh all-time high for second day; Foreigners continue exit Sri Lanka stocks touch a new record high on Thursday (7),negative,-0.939530551
Sri Lanka kicks off 2022 budget process with Appropriation Bill,10/7/2021,Economy,"The ministry of defence had been allocated 373.1 billion rupees, health 153.5 billion rupees and education 127 billion","Sri Lanka kicks off 2022 budget process with Appropriation Bill The ministry of defence had been allocated 373.1 billion rupees, health 153.5 billion rupees and education 127 billion",negative,-0.942272484
Three women SSPs promoted to DIG in historic first for Sri Lanka Police,10/7/2021,Women's Rights,Promotions for women cadre in the police force have long been fraught with a number of issues.,Three women SSPs promoted to DIG in historic first for Sri Lanka Police Promotions for women cadre in the police force have long been fraught with a number of issues.,negative,-0.988182724
Sri Lanka's State Ministry of Money & Capital Markets abolished,10/7/2021,Politics,The state ministry’s functions and duties have been brought under the purview of the Ministry of Finance.,Sri Lanka's State Ministry of Money & Capital Markets abolished The state ministry’s functions and duties have been brought under the purview of the Ministry of Finance.,negative,-0.994434953
Sri Lanka opposition questions impartiality of probe on Pandora revelations,10/7/2021,Corruption,“The president is asking the commission to investigate a relative of his. Will such inquiry be fair?” said Rahuman.,Sri Lanka opposition questions impartiality of probe on Pandora revelations “The president is asking the commission to investigate a relative of his. Will such inquiry be fair?” said Rahuman.,negative,-0.992515147
"Visitors to Macao from ""high risk"" countries including Sri Lanka must test negative for COVID-19",10/7/2021,International Relations,The tests must be taken 24-hours apart and the last test within 48-hours prior to departure.,"Visitors to Macao from ""high risk"" countries including Sri Lanka must test negative for COVID-19 The tests must be taken 24-hours apart and the last test within 48-hours prior to departure.",negative,-0.99731195
"Sri Lanka's Grade 5 scholarship, GCE A/L exams postponed yet again",10/7/2021,Education,"New dates for the exams will be announced in the near future, the state minister said.","Sri Lanka's Grade 5 scholarship, GCE A/L exams postponed yet again New dates for the exams will be announced in the near future, the state minister said.",negative,-0.840407252
Sri Lanka 3-month Treasuries active in secondary market as rates normalize,10/7/2021,Bonds & Forex,Ramrod rate anomaly is correcting. However the yield curve is still quite flat,Sri Lanka 3-month Treasuries active in secondary market as rates normalize Ramrod rate anomaly is correcting. However the yield curve is still quite flat,negative,-0.999296784
Sri Lanka to vaccinate all children aged 15 to 19 against COVID-19,10/7/2021,Health,"""We believe the rollout will start within the next two weeks,"" he said.","Sri Lanka to vaccinate all children aged 15 to 19 against COVID-19 ""We believe the rollout will start within the next two weeks,"" he said.",negative,-0.928953886
"Sri Lanka to grow 3.3pct in 2021, macro-risks loom: World Bank",10/7/2021,Economy,Outlook clouded by pre-existing macroeconomic weaknesses,"Sri Lanka to grow 3.3pct in 2021, macro-risks loom: World Bank Outlook clouded by pre-existing macroeconomic weaknesses",negative,-0.998061359
Sri Lanka telecom regulator to strengthen its position as property developer,10/7/2021,Business,"4 acres to be given for offices, foods stalls and car park ","Sri Lanka telecom regulator to strengthen its position as property developer 4 acres to be given for offices, foods stalls and car park ",positive,0.964001954
Sri Lanka makes HCL Technologies eligible for tax breaks,10/7/2021,ICT,To employ 3500 workers,Sri Lanka makes HCL Technologies eligible for tax breaks To employ 3500 workers,positive,0.872532368
"Sri Lanka looking to adopt policy on blockchain technology, digital banking, crypto mining",10/7/2021,Economy,"""Proper regulatory framework will ensure that Sri Lanka will lead the digital economy in the region.”","Sri Lanka looking to adopt policy on blockchain technology, digital banking, crypto mining ""Proper regulatory framework will ensure that Sri Lanka will lead the digital economy in the region.”",positive,0.997734666
"EU: Focused on non-discrimination, PTA during Sri Lanka’s GSP+ monitoring mission",10/7/2021,Human Rights," “The meetings also reviewed drugs policy, environment and climate change, as well as corruption.”","EU: Focused on non-discrimination, PTA during Sri Lanka’s GSP+ monitoring mission  “The meetings also reviewed drugs policy, environment and climate change, as well as corruption.”",positive,0.977900684
"Sri Lanka stocks hits new peak: investors buy financials, leisure shares",10/6/2021,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka’s stock index touched a fresh record high on Wednesday (06),"Sri Lanka stocks hits new peak: investors buy financials, leisure shares Sri Lanka’s stock index touched a fresh record high on Wednesday (06)",positive,0.998464823
"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields up across maturities, 3-month up 45bp",10/6/2021,Bonds & Forex,Gap between overnight and 3-months widen,"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields up across maturities, 3-month up 45bp Gap between overnight and 3-months widen",negative,-0.963168383
Sri Lanka rejects Oman land-for- interest request in US$3.6bn oil supplier's credit: Minister,10/6/2021,Economy,The 3.6 billion US dollar credit line for one year,Sri Lanka rejects Oman land-for- interest request in US$3.6bn oil supplier's credit: Minister The 3.6 billion US dollar credit line for one year,negative,-0.989186585
Sri Lanka businessman named in Pandora papers denies any wrongdoing,10/6/2021,Corruption,"“I assure Your Excellency that my wife and I are totally innocent and are guilty of no wrongdoings,” Nadesan said.","Sri Lanka businessman named in Pandora papers denies any wrongdoing “I assure Your Excellency that my wife and I are totally innocent and are guilty of no wrongdoings,” Nadesan said.",positive,0.998966575
Sri Lanka imports Coronavirus vaccines worth US$150mn from ADB credit,10/6/2021,International news,ADB is set to hold its annual meeting in Colombo from 2 to 5 May  2022. ,Sri Lanka imports Coronavirus vaccines worth US$150mn from ADB credit ADB is set to hold its annual meeting in Colombo from 2 to 5 May  2022. ,negative,-0.920890212
"No threat to Indian interests, Sri Lanka president assures India foreign secy",10/6/2021,International Relations,Rajapaksa has reassured the Indian official that there was no reason for India to have any concerns.,"No threat to Indian interests, Sri Lanka president assures India foreign secy Rajapaksa has reassured the Indian official that there was no reason for India to have any concerns.",positive,0.90660429
Sri Lanka's CPC to enter LPG distribution as third player,10/6/2021,Energy,CPC refinery produces 5-pct of LPG needs,Sri Lanka's CPC to enter LPG distribution as third player CPC refinery produces 5-pct of LPG needs,negative,-0.995039999
Sri Lanka president orders immediate investigation on Pandora papers exposé,10/6/2021,Corruption,Alahapperuma said the Commission is required to submit a report within a month.,Sri Lanka president orders immediate investigation on Pandora papers exposé Alahapperuma said the Commission is required to submit a report within a month.,negative,-0.990036368
Sri Lanka warned on debt default bombshells by Lee Buchheit,10/6/2021,Economy,There is an enormous political aspect to it both internationally and domestically,Sri Lanka warned on debt default bombshells by Lee Buchheit There is an enormous political aspect to it both internationally and domestically,positive,0.997120142
Sri Lanka gets five proposals for foreign currency term loan,10/6/2021,Economy,The loans will have to be a minimum of one year,Sri Lanka gets five proposals for foreign currency term loan The loans will have to be a minimum of one year,negative,-0.948577523
Govt and opp MPs trade charges in Sri Lanka parliament over Pandora papers exposé,10/5/2021,Corruption,"“If this family spent 10 million rupees a month, that’s still enough money for 250 years or five generations,"" he sa...","Govt and opp MPs trade charges in Sri Lanka parliament over Pandora papers exposé “If this family spent 10 million rupees a month, that’s still enough money for 250 years or five generations,"" he sa...",negative,-0.998024702
Sri Lanka stock index slips after touching fresh all-time high; tourism shares gain,10/5/2021,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka’s stock index touched a fresh record high on Tuesday,Sri Lanka stock index slips after touching fresh all-time high; tourism shares gain Sri Lanka’s stock index touched a fresh record high on Tuesday,negative,-0.723704278
Pioneering Sri Lankan archaeologist Dr Siran Deraniyagala passes away,10/5/2021,Arts and Culture,Among his discoveries were clay artifacts with writing on them dating back to sixth century BCE.,Pioneering Sri Lankan archaeologist Dr Siran Deraniyagala passes away Among his discoveries were clay artifacts with writing on them dating back to sixth century BCE.,negative,-0.747459412
Sri Lanka teachers promise more protests on World Teachers' Day if salary crisis not resolved,10/5/2021,Education,The cabinet has announced a decision to declare both teachers and principal's services as closed services.,Sri Lanka teachers promise more protests on World Teachers' Day if salary crisis not resolved The cabinet has announced a decision to declare both teachers and principal's services as closed services.,negative,-0.995782495
Top China tour operator to direct one million tourists to Sri Lanka: Ambassador,10/5/2021,Tourism,China is one of Sri Lanka’s top three tourist source markets.,Top China tour operator to direct one million tourists to Sri Lanka: Ambassador China is one of Sri Lanka’s top three tourist source markets.,positive,0.999523759
Sri Lanka ex-sports minister “not satisfied” with 2011 Cricket World Cup fixing probe,10/5/2021,Politics,"The police within four days called off the investigations, citing a lack of evidence.","Sri Lanka ex-sports minister “not satisfied” with 2011 Cricket World Cup fixing probe The police within four days called off the investigations, citing a lack of evidence.",negative,-0.999281347
"Heavy rain, thundershowers forecast for parts of Sri Lanka",10/5/2021,Weather and Climate,The Met Department has asked the general public to take adequate precautions to minimise damage.,"Heavy rain, thundershowers forecast for parts of Sri Lanka The Met Department has asked the general public to take adequate precautions to minimise damage.",negative,-0.958588481
No hazardous chemicals in Liberian vessel that called on Colombo Port: official,10/5/2021,Shipping,"Officials said the vessel is a frequent caller at Colombo, but this time it was on its way to Europe.","No hazardous chemicals in Liberian vessel that called on Colombo Port: official Officials said the vessel is a frequent caller at Colombo, but this time it was on its way to Europe.",negative,-0.881537795
"Sri Lanka prints Rs106.7bn rupees to fully sterilize interventions, SRR hike effect",10/5/2021,Economy,"On October 04, the central bank's Treasury bills stock rose to 1,442.7 billion rupees from 1,336 billion rupees","Sri Lanka prints Rs106.7bn rupees to fully sterilize interventions, SRR hike effect On October 04, the central bank's Treasury bills stock rose to 1,442.7 billion rupees from 1,336 billion rupees",negative,-0.987307072
India Foreign Secy invites Sri Lanka to mutually deepen “time-tested” ties,10/5/2021,International Relations,Shringla’s comments come as India is seen trying to repair strained ties with Sri Lanka.,India Foreign Secy invites Sri Lanka to mutually deepen “time-tested” ties Shringla’s comments come as India is seen trying to repair strained ties with Sri Lanka.,negative,-0.78591764
"Sri Lanka Finance Minister, India foreign secy discuss taking forward joint projects",10/5/2021,Economy,To take forward joint projects of mutual benefit,"Sri Lanka Finance Minister, India foreign secy discuss taking forward joint projects To take forward joint projects of mutual benefit",positive,0.985493124
Sri Lanka online forum with sovereign debt restructure specialist Lee Buchheit,10/5/2021,Economy,He has worked on debt restructuring soft-pegged countries like Argentina and Venezuela as well as Greece,Sri Lanka online forum with sovereign debt restructure specialist Lee Buchheit He has worked on debt restructuring soft-pegged countries like Argentina and Venezuela as well as Greece,positive,0.965144336
"Members of Sri Lanka president, PM ruling family in Pandora papers",10/5/2021,Corruption,"Nirupama Rajapaksa had been connected with Challan Oil Exploration Limited, and Rosetti Limited, the analysis showed.","Members of Sri Lanka president, PM ruling family in Pandora papers Nirupama Rajapaksa had been connected with Challan Oil Exploration Limited, and Rosetti Limited, the analysis showed.",negative,-0.944874585
Sri Lanka stock index continues bull run with fresh all-time high after CB policy framework,10/4/2021,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka’s stock index touched a fresh record high on Monday,Sri Lanka stock index continues bull run with fresh all-time high after CB policy framework Sri Lanka’s stock index touched a fresh record high on Monday,positive,0.998618722
Sri Lanka to finalise decision on COVID-19 booster shot this week: health official,10/4/2021,Health,"""It is to be discussed at this week’s COVID-19 task force meeting,"" the official said on Monday (04).","Sri Lanka to finalise decision on COVID-19 booster shot this week: health official ""It is to be discussed at this week’s COVID-19 task force meeting,"" the official said on Monday (04).",negative,-0.714383245
"Sri Lanka in in discussion with India,  China to acquire nitrogen extract: agriculture minister",10/4/2021,Agriculture,"Farmers in Sri Lanka are banned from using chemical fertilizer and insecticides, amid import controls.","Sri Lanka in in discussion with India,  China to acquire nitrogen extract: agriculture minister Farmers in Sri Lanka are banned from using chemical fertilizer and insecticides, amid import controls.",negative,-0.946182191
Sri Lanka can’t develop Trinco oil tanks without India as per 1987 accord: Minister,10/4/2021,Economy,"“There is not even a modicum of truth about what is reported everywhere,” said Gammanpila.","Sri Lanka can’t develop Trinco oil tanks without India as per 1987 accord: Minister “There is not even a modicum of truth about what is reported everywhere,” said Gammanpila.",negative,-0.996077359
"Either file case against Bathuideen, or release him: Former Sri Lanka PM",10/4/2021,Politics,"“If he is guilty, if there is evidence against him, take him to court and proceed with the case.""","Either file case against Bathuideen, or release him: Former Sri Lanka PM “If he is guilty, if there is evidence against him, take him to court and proceed with the case.""",negative,-0.990895808
Sri Lanka to optimize existing structure before new taxes: Jayasundera,10/4/2021,Economy,What we have to do is see if we get the optimum yield with the existing tax structure,Sri Lanka to optimize existing structure before new taxes: Jayasundera What we have to do is see if we get the optimum yield with the existing tax structure,positive,0.994460702
"Sri Lanka 2021 budget deficit hits trillion rupees by July, Rs549bn printed",10/4/2021,Economy,Money printing has triggered a US$2.7bn balance of payments deficit ,"Sri Lanka 2021 budget deficit hits trillion rupees by July, Rs549bn printed Money printing has triggered a US$2.7bn balance of payments deficit ",negative,-0.998150408
"Sri Lanka raises Rs600mn from post-bond auction tap, Rs6bn printed",10/4/2021,Bonds & Forex,Takes the total raised up to 17.4 billion rupees,"Sri Lanka raises Rs600mn from post-bond auction tap, Rs6bn printed Takes the total raised up to 17.4 billion rupees",negative,-0.937179148
Sri Lanka 'organic' tea prices may have to rise 75-pct to offset hit from fertilizer ban,10/3/2021,Agriculture,"So automatically, the cost of production will increase to 30 to 40 percent as a result of lower yields","Sri Lanka 'organic' tea prices may have to rise 75-pct to offset hit from fertilizer ban So automatically, the cost of production will increase to 30 to 40 percent as a result of lower yields",negative,-0.999065936
"Sri Lanka's Lion Brewery 'AAA(lka) rating confirmed by Fitch, tax hike expected",10/2/2021,Business,Lion has significant rating headroom to weather even more prolonged disruptions to its operations ,"Sri Lanka's Lion Brewery 'AAA(lka) rating confirmed by Fitch, tax hike expected Lion has significant rating headroom to weather even more prolonged disruptions to its operations ",negative,-0.998707891
"EU gives Sri Lanka till 2022 to fix terror law, discusses institutions of liberty",10/2/2021,Economy,EU-Sri Lanka Joint Commission to review in early 2022. ,"EU gives Sri Lanka till 2022 to fix terror law, discusses institutions of liberty EU-Sri Lanka Joint Commission to review in early 2022. ",positive,0.694161892
"Activists call for child protection framework, say Sri Lanka lags behind",10/2/2021,Human Rights,"""We need to go further on the child protection area. Since these are binding obligations, the state has duties.""","Activists call for child protection framework, say Sri Lanka lags behind ""We need to go further on the child protection area. Since these are binding obligations, the state has duties.""",negative,-0.988553286
"Sri Lanka gets 800,000 free Pfizer vaccines from US for kids",10/2/2021,Health,"'This donation will help Sri Lanka provide safe and effective vaccines, especially to young people with health issues' ","Sri Lanka gets 800,000 free Pfizer vaccines from US for kids 'This donation will help Sri Lanka provide safe and effective vaccines, especially to young people with health issues' ",positive,0.994736969
"Sri Lanka teachers unions angered by police minister's call for ""tough"" measures",10/1/2021,Politics,"“As public security minister, I have said at the cabinet meeting too that we mustn’t be soft [on these protests].""","Sri Lanka teachers unions angered by police minister's call for ""tough"" measures “As public security minister, I have said at the cabinet meeting too that we mustn’t be soft [on these protests].""",positive,0.94099617
Sri Lanka shares slip after touching fresh record high,10/1/2021,Markets,"The index touched a fresh record high of 9,521.88 during the first hour into the trade.","Sri Lanka shares slip after touching fresh record high The index touched a fresh record high of 9,521.88 during the first hour into the trade.",negative,-0.991882801
Sri Lanka milk importers cry over dollars,10/1/2021,Business,"If we are unable to get the money, we have no choice but to divert the stocks to another country","Sri Lanka milk importers cry over dollars If we are unable to get the money, we have no choice but to divert the stocks to another country",negative,-0.998938143
"Sri Lanka expects 5.0-pct GDP growth in 2021, 6.5 in first quarter 2022",10/1/2021,Economy,Economy dealing with a series of challenges,"Sri Lanka expects 5.0-pct GDP growth in 2021, 6.5 in first quarter 2022 Economy dealing with a series of challenges",positive,0.926006854
"Sri Lanka's GMOA threatens trade union action over ""arbitrary"" doctors' transfers",10/1/2021,Health,The GMOA has demanded clear definitions regarding the annual transfer list of Grade Medical Officers.,"Sri Lanka's GMOA threatens trade union action over ""arbitrary"" doctors' transfers The GMOA has demanded clear definitions regarding the annual transfer list of Grade Medical Officers.",negative,-0.996721923
"Sri Lanka central bank relaxes some controls, exporters forced to convert more dollars",10/1/2021,Economy,Central Bank negotiating US$500mn in swaps,"Sri Lanka central bank relaxes some controls, exporters forced to convert more dollars Central Bank negotiating US$500mn in swaps",negative,-0.988325119
Sri Lanka to consider buying back ISBs falling due in 2022: Governor Cabraal,10/1/2021,Economy,We will consider buying back the ISBs if steep discounts continue,Sri Lanka to consider buying back ISBs falling due in 2022: Governor Cabraal We will consider buying back the ISBs if steep discounts continue,negative,-0.986718833
"Sri Lanka banks asked not to auction loan security till March, interest relief",10/1/2021,Banking,Vehicle 'bubble' to be curbed,"Sri Lanka banks asked not to auction loan security till March, interest relief Vehicle 'bubble' to be curbed",negative,-0.990984678
"Sri Lanka removes LC margins on electronic, 'non-essential' items: Cabraal",10/1/2021,Economy,The cash margin is removed from today,"Sri Lanka removes LC margins on electronic, 'non-essential' items: Cabraal The cash margin is removed from today",negative,-0.995836616
Sri Lanka to hike mandatory foreign exchange surrender rule,10/1/2021,Economy,"No change will be made to personal foreign currency accounts,","Sri Lanka to hike mandatory foreign exchange surrender rule No change will be made to personal foreign currency accounts,",negative,-0.923197448
"Sri Lanka relaxes six-week COVID-19 ""lockdown"", but some restrictions remain",10/1/2021,Health,The new guidelines have been divided into two periods: October 01 to 15 and October 16 to 30.,"Sri Lanka relaxes six-week COVID-19 ""lockdown"", but some restrictions remain The new guidelines have been divided into two periods: October 01 to 15 and October 16 to 30.",negative,-0.969941258
Sri Lanka Central Bank issues circular on Stage III Covid linked bad loans,10/1/2021,Banking,Banks with the approval of the Board of Directors were asked to set guidelines for loan impairment.,Sri Lanka Central Bank issues circular on Stage III Covid linked bad loans Banks with the approval of the Board of Directors were asked to set guidelines for loan impairment.,negative,-0.994534254
Sri Lanka courts get AV equipment from US for Covid-19 era hearings,10/1/2021,Economy,To help courts to record and transcribe proceedings,Sri Lanka courts get AV equipment from US for Covid-19 era hearings To help courts to record and transcribe proceedings,negative,-0.994517982
Sri Lanka killing US$1.3bn export industry to save US$30mn,10/1/2021,Economy,"For tea industry in particular, the fertilizer cost is only two percent of the total earnings","Sri Lanka killing US$1.3bn export industry to save US$30mn For tea industry in particular, the fertilizer cost is only two percent of the total earnings",negative,-0.999581158
Sri Lanka September 2021 inflation 5.7-pct in Colombo,10/1/2021,Economy,The food sub-index up 22 percent over 24 months,Sri Lanka September 2021 inflation 5.7-pct in Colombo The food sub-index up 22 percent over 24 months,negative,-0.980576456
India foreign secy to visit Sri Lanka ahead of China-backed Port City groundbreaking,9/30/2021,International Relations,"“Harsh Vardhan Shringla is likely to inaugurate some key bilateral projects,” The Hindu said on its website.","India foreign secy to visit Sri Lanka ahead of China-backed Port City groundbreaking “Harsh Vardhan Shringla is likely to inaugurate some key bilateral projects,” The Hindu said on its website.",negative,-0.997110188
Sri Lanka's JKH to invest US$70mn for 34-pct West Terminal,9/30/2021,Logistics,The debt funding for the project has been secured,Sri Lanka's JKH to invest US$70mn for 34-pct West Terminal The debt funding for the project has been secured,positive,0.958940804
Sri Lanka stock index hits new all-time high ahead of CB's policy framework,9/30/2021,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka’s stock index jumped to a fresh record high on Thursday (30) ,Sri Lanka stock index hits new all-time high ahead of CB's policy framework Sri Lanka’s stock index jumped to a fresh record high on Thursday (30) ,positive,0.998619676
Sri Lanka confident of USD 500 mn in tourism revenue through March 2022 ,9/30/2021,Health,"""What we have observed in other destinations is that the fewer the controls, the higher the arrivals.""","Sri Lanka confident of USD 500 mn in tourism revenue through March 2022  ""What we have observed in other destinations is that the fewer the controls, the higher the arrivals.""",negative,-0.877873421
"Sri Lanka tea farms fear 40-pct crop loss in 2022, rubber wipe-out over fertilizer ban",9/30/2021,Agriculture,As bad as the coffee blight?,"Sri Lanka tea farms fear 40-pct crop loss in 2022, rubber wipe-out over fertilizer ban As bad as the coffee blight?",negative,-0.999263585
Sri Lanka opp MP Manusha Nanayakkara arrives at CID to give statement,9/30/2021,Politics,"“Sometimes we wonder if it is at the behest of certain businessmen that people are summoned for questioning.""","Sri Lanka opp MP Manusha Nanayakkara arrives at CID to give statement “Sometimes we wonder if it is at the behest of certain businessmen that people are summoned for questioning.""",positive,0.871165276
JVP leader smells scheme to whip up extremist sentiment in Sri Lanka,9/30/2021,Politics,Dissanayake said it could be an attempt to distract the public from multiple crises the country is facing.,JVP leader smells scheme to whip up extremist sentiment in Sri Lanka Dissanayake said it could be an attempt to distract the public from multiple crises the country is facing.,negative,-0.997611284
British envoy raises concern over “high profile” cases with Sri Lanka foreign minister,9/30/2021,Human Rights,Hulton also raised concerns relating to certain high profile Sri Lankan cases that are of current interest and focus.,British envoy raises concern over “high profile” cases with Sri Lanka foreign minister Hulton also raised concerns relating to certain high profile Sri Lankan cases that are of current interest and focus.,positive,0.974740863
"Sri Lanka CB rate hike, SRR has not met original objectives: Jayasundera",9/30/2021,Economy,"If the export credit is expensive, they have to bring dollars","Sri Lanka CB rate hike, SRR has not met original objectives: Jayasundera If the export credit is expensive, they have to bring dollars",negative,-0.99957782
If I was Sri Lanka's Finance Minister: Chandra Jayaratne,9/30/2021,Economy,"Jayaratne is advising the administration to avoid astrological beliefs, communicate the problem and take action.","If I was Sri Lanka's Finance Minister: Chandra Jayaratne Jayaratne is advising the administration to avoid astrological beliefs, communicate the problem and take action.",negative,-0.994954765
South Asia immigration barriers hindering industrial hub potential,9/30/2021,Business," It is not that the region is lacking in natural and human resources, both skilled and unskilled","South Asia immigration barriers hindering industrial hub potential  It is not that the region is lacking in natural and human resources, both skilled and unskilled",negative,-0.938271523
Sri Lanka stock index hits fresh record high on earning hope,9/29/2021,Markets,“The earning season is around the corner and people are buying shares which have foreign or dollarized assets.” ,Sri Lanka stock index hits fresh record high on earning hope “The earning season is around the corner and people are buying shares which have foreign or dollarized assets.” ,positive,0.998840868
Sri Lanka halts import of Chinese organic fertilizer found to contain harmful bacteria,9/29/2021,Agriculture,"""Two out of nine samples were confirmed to have this Erwina bacteria in them"", Aluthgamage told reporters.","Sri Lanka halts import of Chinese organic fertilizer found to contain harmful bacteria ""Two out of nine samples were confirmed to have this Erwina bacteria in them"", Aluthgamage told reporters.",negative,-0.99784112
"Sri Lanka Treasuries auction yields rise, one year up 51bp",9/29/2021,Bonds & Forex,The 6-month yield rose 72 basis points to 6.99 percent,"Sri Lanka Treasuries auction yields rise, one year up 51bp The 6-month yield rose 72 basis points to 6.99 percent",positive,0.821373403
Sri Lanka to lift COVID-19 lockdown on Oct 01 subject to conditions,9/29/2021,Health,"Critics, however, have argued that Sri Lanka’s lockdown is not as stringent as it should be.","Sri Lanka to lift COVID-19 lockdown on Oct 01 subject to conditions Critics, however, have argued that Sri Lanka’s lockdown is not as stringent as it should be.",negative,-0.991659462
"Sri Lanka Medical Association proposes ""restrained"" easing of COVID-19 restrictions",9/29/2021,Health,Health authorities have also called for a staggered easing of the restrictions.,"Sri Lanka Medical Association proposes ""restrained"" easing of COVID-19 restrictions Health authorities have also called for a staggered easing of the restrictions.",negative,-0.93808192
Sri Lanka likely to lose GSP+ by April '22 if govt doesn't take drastic steps: TNA MP,9/29/2021,Human Rights,The EU is the second largest export destination for Sri Lankan products.,Sri Lanka likely to lose GSP+ by April '22 if govt doesn't take drastic steps: TNA MP The EU is the second largest export destination for Sri Lankan products.,negative,-0.999068081
"Sri Lanka opp lawmaker accuses govt of representing interests of ""rice mafia""",9/29/2021,Consumer Affairs,The MP also claimed that the current leadership’s image as a fearless doer has waned.,"Sri Lanka opp lawmaker accuses govt of representing interests of ""rice mafia"" The MP also claimed that the current leadership’s image as a fearless doer has waned.",negative,-0.999515772
Sri Lanka trade union collective threatens to join school teachers on strike,9/29/2021,Education,"The Sri Lanka Trade Union Alliance (SLTUA) has threatened to to put their weight behind the strike, now into 81 days.","Sri Lanka trade union collective threatens to join school teachers on strike The Sri Lanka Trade Union Alliance (SLTUA) has threatened to to put their weight behind the strike, now into 81 days.",negative,-0.998238802
Sri Lanka shortages and blackmarkets not the actual intention of price controls: Minister,9/29/2021,Economy,'We are not deliberately creating these conditions (thuth-wer athi-karalar) and trying to take these decisions',Sri Lanka shortages and blackmarkets not the actual intention of price controls: Minister 'We are not deliberately creating these conditions (thuth-wer athi-karalar) and trying to take these decisions',negative,-0.999406695
Sri Lanka removes on-arrival PCR requirement for all arrivals in bid to boost tourism,9/28/2021,Health,Fully vaccinated tourists are free to move across the country the way they did before the pandemic.,Sri Lanka removes on-arrival PCR requirement for all arrivals in bid to boost tourism Fully vaccinated tourists are free to move across the country the way they did before the pandemic.,positive,0.989461362
Sri Lanka’s CMC seeks property registration to boost revenue,9/28/2021,Economy,"“There are properties that haven’t been registered for 200 years,” Iqbal said.","Sri Lanka’s CMC seeks property registration to boost revenue “There are properties that haven’t been registered for 200 years,” Iqbal said.",negative,-0.96583873
Sri Lanka stocks gain for fifth straight session amid foreign outflow,9/28/2021,Markets,"Foreign investors, however, sold a net 296 million rupees worth of shares on Tuesday.","Sri Lanka stocks gain for fifth straight session amid foreign outflow Foreign investors, however, sold a net 296 million rupees worth of shares on Tuesday.",negative,-0.946459115
"Sri Lanka sells 16.8bn in bonds, yields up, post-auction tap open",9/28/2021,Bonds & Forex,Post auction tap open till 1600hours on Sept 30,"Sri Lanka sells 16.8bn in bonds, yields up, post-auction tap open Post auction tap open till 1600hours on Sept 30",negative,-0.789556265
"Sri Lanka to import 100,000 tonnes of 'healthy', non-organic rice, as prices soar",9/28/2021,Economy,"There is a food controller from the health ministry when we import any foods,","Sri Lanka to import 100,000 tonnes of 'healthy', non-organic rice, as prices soar There is a food controller from the health ministry when we import any foods,",negative,-0.980961621
Sri Lanka cabinet not aware of a US$2.5bn loan to CPC: Minister Pathirana,9/28/2021,Petroleum,"""We are not aware of such a thing,"" Co-Cabinet Spokesman Ramesh Pathirana told the weekly cabinet news briefing.","Sri Lanka cabinet not aware of a US$2.5bn loan to CPC: Minister Pathirana ""We are not aware of such a thing,"" Co-Cabinet Spokesman Ramesh Pathirana told the weekly cabinet news briefing.",negative,-0.981497884
Creeping vaccine hesitancy in Sri Lanka: authorities blame organised campaign,9/28/2021,Health,"Meanwhile, Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella on Monday revealed plans for a possible vaccine mandate for Sri Lanka.","Creeping vaccine hesitancy in Sri Lanka: authorities blame organised campaign Meanwhile, Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella on Monday revealed plans for a possible vaccine mandate for Sri Lanka.",negative,-0.99202466
Sri Lanka to give US$50mn to clear 800 containers stuck at port: Consumer Minister,9/28/2021,Economy,"""The Prime Minister asked the Finance Ministry to release foreign currency to clear the containers.""","Sri Lanka to give US$50mn to clear 800 containers stuck at port: Consumer Minister ""The Prime Minister asked the Finance Ministry to release foreign currency to clear the containers.""",negative,-0.998870075
Sri Lanka cabinet clears Appropriation Bill for 2022 outlining budget allocations,9/28/2021,Economy,The bill sets out allocations for each ministry and also borrowing limits,Sri Lanka cabinet clears Appropriation Bill for 2022 outlining budget allocations The bill sets out allocations for each ministry and also borrowing limits,negative,-0.95527792
Sri Lanka debt rises to 104-pct of GDP by June 2021,9/28/2021,Economy,Debt to GDP had risen steadily through 'revenue based fiscal consolidation',Sri Lanka debt rises to 104-pct of GDP by June 2021 Debt to GDP had risen steadily through 'revenue based fiscal consolidation',positive,0.942579746
Sri Lanka CB Governor warned on pitfalls by Wijewardene amid contradictory rupee moves,9/28/2021,Economy,"""The result was the lengthening of the queue for dollars and the expansion of the black market further.""","Sri Lanka CB Governor warned on pitfalls by Wijewardene amid contradictory rupee moves ""The result was the lengthening of the queue for dollars and the expansion of the black market further.""",negative,-0.996659994
Sri Lanka stocks jump after CB governor's statement; Foreigners exit,9/27/2021,Markets,The day’s turnover hit a two-week high of 6.7 billion rupees,Sri Lanka stocks jump after CB governor's statement; Foreigners exit The day’s turnover hit a two-week high of 6.7 billion rupees,negative,-0.992555559
"Sri Lanka bondsquiet, rupee dysfunctional amid forex surrender hike speculation",9/27/2021,Bonds & Forex,Meanwhile forex markets continue to be dysfunctional ,"Sri Lanka bondsquiet, rupee dysfunctional amid forex surrender hike speculation Meanwhile forex markets continue to be dysfunctional ",negative,-0.999387383
Health unions in Sri Lanka go on seven-hour strike as officials cry foul,9/27/2021,Health,"""It is really sad if health workers are supporting these unions led by some parties at a time of crisis like this.""","Health unions in Sri Lanka go on seven-hour strike as officials cry foul ""It is really sad if health workers are supporting these unions led by some parties at a time of crisis like this.""",negative,-0.999404669
EU to review Sri Lanka’s access to GSP+ trade concession amid rights abuse concerns,9/27/2021,Human Rights,The EU delegation visit comes after two key incidents of alleged human rights violations in the last two weeks.,EU to review Sri Lanka’s access to GSP+ trade concession amid rights abuse concerns The EU delegation visit comes after two key incidents of alleged human rights violations in the last two weeks.,negative,-0.988131404
Sri Lanka to kick off online events to mark World Tourism Day,9/27/2021,Tourism,Seven webinars and competitions to commemorate World  Tourism Day 20211,Sri Lanka to kick off online events to mark World Tourism Day Seven webinars and competitions to commemorate World  Tourism Day 20211,positive,0.992682517
Sri Lanka may consider vaccine mandate if situation demands it: health minister,9/27/2021,Health,"As of September 27, only 48 percent of Sri Lanka’s 20-29 age group have received at least one dose of a vaccine.","Sri Lanka may consider vaccine mandate if situation demands it: health minister As of September 27, only 48 percent of Sri Lanka’s 20-29 age group have received at least one dose of a vaccine.",negative,-0.976176441
Sri Lanka's EML Consultants Ltd starts trading on SME board,9/27/2021,Markets,The stock traded at prices between 2.0 to 16.10 rupees in intra-day Monday,Sri Lanka's EML Consultants Ltd starts trading on SME board The stock traded at prices between 2.0 to 16.10 rupees in intra-day Monday,negative,-0.986695528
Sri Lanka's Delta variant with three mutations assigned its own lineage,9/27/2021,Health,"At the time of writing, the lineage has been identified in Turkey, India, Russia and the US.","Sri Lanka's Delta variant with three mutations assigned its own lineage At the time of writing, the lineage has been identified in Turkey, India, Russia and the US.",negative,-0.986644566
"Sri Lanka central bank explains forex repatriation, Zimbabwe style surrender rules",9/27/2021,Economy,Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe raised its surrender requirement to 40-pct in January.,"Sri Lanka central bank explains forex repatriation, Zimbabwe style surrender rules Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe raised its surrender requirement to 40-pct in January.",negative,-0.991074145
"Sri Lanka markets being allowed to work, confidence key: Governor Cabraal",9/27/2021,Economy,What we are doing is allowing markets to move in the way that they should perform,"Sri Lanka markets being allowed to work, confidence key: Governor Cabraal What we are doing is allowing markets to move in the way that they should perform",positive,0.998995006
Cabraal removes Sri Lanka bond auction price controls,9/27/2021,Economy,Rs 2bn printed after last week's bill auction despite low forex reserves,Cabraal removes Sri Lanka bond auction price controls Rs 2bn printed after last week's bill auction despite low forex reserves,negative,-0.9960711
Sri Lanka CB Governor meets envoy of forex reserve rich Bangladesh,9/27/2021,Economy,Bangladesh forex reserves surged as reserve money grew from NFA,Sri Lanka CB Governor meets envoy of forex reserve rich Bangladesh Bangladesh forex reserves surged as reserve money grew from NFA,positive,0.977679312
Sri Lanka in talks for milk credit line from New Zealand,9/26/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka spends about 300 million dollars a year on diary product imports,Sri Lanka in talks for milk credit line from New Zealand Sri Lanka spends about 300 million dollars a year on diary product imports,negative,-0.992493331
SriLankan Airlines starts IATA Travel Pass for Covid-19 tested flying,9/26/2021,Aviation,"Pre-flight test results, vaccination certificates added to the travel pass","SriLankan Airlines starts IATA Travel Pass for Covid-19 tested flying Pre-flight test results, vaccination certificates added to the travel pass",negative,-0.975997329
"Sri Lanka hires by India's HCL Technologies top 1,000 in first year",9/26/2021,Business,"HCL Technologies said it had hired new graduates and also ""seasoned industry professionals"".","Sri Lanka hires by India's HCL Technologies top 1,000 in first year HCL Technologies said it had hired new graduates and also ""seasoned industry professionals"".",positive,0.993916214
Sri Lanka CB Governor meets exporters and importers,9/26/2021,Economy,The exchange of views with the main #Importers & #Exporters in Sri Lanka was very helpful,Sri Lanka CB Governor meets exporters and importers The exchange of views with the main #Importers & #Exporters in Sri Lanka was very helpful,positive,0.999507427
Sri Lanka's 167 year old Planters' Association to hold online AGM in Covid-19,9/25/2021,Agriculture,The sector had funded one fourth of Sri Lanka's hill country railway system in 1857 through a voluntary CESS tax,Sri Lanka's 167 year old Planters' Association to hold online AGM in Covid-19 The sector had funded one fourth of Sri Lanka's hill country railway system in 1857 through a voluntary CESS tax,negative,-0.985559583
Sri Lanka prints Rs103.5bn below 3-month Treasuries yield to reverse SRR,9/25/2021,Economy,Money injected for 87 days below the market risk free rate,Sri Lanka prints Rs103.5bn below 3-month Treasuries yield to reverse SRR Money injected for 87 days below the market risk free rate,negative,-0.99870646
Sri Lanka extends deadline for foreign currency loan,9/25/2021,Economy,The extension was given because some investors requested more time to get internal approvals,Sri Lanka extends deadline for foreign currency loan The extension was given because some investors requested more time to get internal approvals,negative,-0.995236337
Malaysia relaxes travel restrictions on Sri Lanka and four other countries,9/24/2021,Health,"""Inbound travellers can enter to work in Malaysia as long as they follow all the conditions set,"" Berita Harian reported","Malaysia relaxes travel restrictions on Sri Lanka and four other countries ""Inbound travellers can enter to work in Malaysia as long as they follow all the conditions set,"" Berita Harian reported",positive,0.882003546
Sri Lanka market up with improved turnover; investors cautiously buy amid risk of rate rise,9/24/2021,Stocks & Companies,"Sri Lanka stock index gained 1.24 percent on Friday (24), rising for the third consecutive session","Sri Lanka market up with improved turnover; investors cautiously buy amid risk of rate rise Sri Lanka stock index gained 1.24 percent on Friday (24), rising for the third consecutive session",positive,0.997456849
Asanga Seneviratne appointed to Sri Lanka stock exchange board,9/24/2021,Markets,Seneviratne was a founder and director of Asia Capital PLC,Asanga Seneviratne appointed to Sri Lanka stock exchange board Seneviratne was a founder and director of Asia Capital PLC,positive,0.988946497
"Schools pose less risk of COVID-19 than restaurants, says Sri Lanka's GMOA chief",9/24/2021,Health,"“When we open the country on October 01, most restaurants will also open. So why can’t we discuss opening schools?""","Schools pose less risk of COVID-19 than restaurants, says Sri Lanka's GMOA chief “When we open the country on October 01, most restaurants will also open. So why can’t we discuss opening schools?""",negative,-0.987200737
Sri Lanka seeks UAE help in buying oil,9/24/2021,Economy,Discussion are also under way with the Indian government for a 500 million US dollar credit line to buy fuel.,Sri Lanka seeks UAE help in buying oil Discussion are also under way with the Indian government for a 500 million US dollar credit line to buy fuel.,negative,-0.993920088
Sri Lanka health authorities deny allegations of artificially lowering daily COVID-19 cases,9/24/2021,Health,"""We cannot do that. We are in the red zone not solely because of the number of patients,"" Gunawardena said.","Sri Lanka health authorities deny allegations of artificially lowering daily COVID-19 cases ""We cannot do that. We are in the red zone not solely because of the number of patients,"" Gunawardena said.",negative,-0.978286803
Sri Lanka to soon reopen schools with 200 students or fewer for grades 1 to 5,9/24/2021,Education,"“We ask academic staff to revamp the school sick rooms, and bring students back to school under health protocols.”","Sri Lanka to soon reopen schools with 200 students or fewer for grades 1 to 5 “We ask academic staff to revamp the school sick rooms, and bring students back to school under health protocols.”",negative,-0.987127781
"Sri Lanka opp. MP Ranawaka, ex-media secy summoned by CID; MP claims witch hunt",9/24/2021,Politics,Ranawaka is the second SJB parliamentarian to be summoned by the CID this week.,"Sri Lanka opp. MP Ranawaka, ex-media secy summoned by CID; MP claims witch hunt Ranawaka is the second SJB parliamentarian to be summoned by the CID this week.",negative,-0.9861269
Sri Lanka in talks with India for $500mn credit line for oil: Jayasundera,9/24/2021,Economy,So that petroleum burden would be reduced,Sri Lanka in talks with India for $500mn credit line for oil: Jayasundera So that petroleum burden would be reduced,negative,-0.963917315
Sri Lanka seeks technical assistance for organic agriculture,9/24/2021,Agriculture,Sri Lanka welcomes technical assistance and bilateral support in this regard,Sri Lanka seeks technical assistance for organic agriculture Sri Lanka welcomes technical assistance and bilateral support in this regard,positive,0.997237086
Sri Lanka latest import restrictions should be revisited: Jayasundara,9/24/2021,Economy,"Now the central bank has imposed a 100-pct credit margin on IT products, which is not healthy","Sri Lanka latest import restrictions should be revisited: Jayasundara Now the central bank has imposed a 100-pct credit margin on IT products, which is not healthy",negative,-0.999568522
"Sri Lanka should open schools, but reduce exam pressure: EducationForumSL",9/24/2021,Business,Alternatives to the “covering the syllabus to prepare children for exams” approach is needed,"Sri Lanka should open schools, but reduce exam pressure: EducationForumSL Alternatives to the “covering the syllabus to prepare children for exams” approach is needed",negative,-0.976279438
Sri Lanka’s self-proclaimed spiritual healer who treated celebrities dies of COVID-19,9/23/2021,Health,"The 48-year old healer was in charge of Rajapaksa’s health from the first term of his presidency, a source said.","Sri Lanka’s self-proclaimed spiritual healer who treated celebrities dies of COVID-19 The 48-year old healer was in charge of Rajapaksa’s health from the first term of his presidency, a source said.",positive,0.904629052
Sri Lanka stocks gain in lackluster trading after increase in T-bill yields,9/23/2021,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka stock index gained 0.48 percent on Thursday (23) in thin trade,Sri Lanka stocks gain in lackluster trading after increase in T-bill yields Sri Lanka stock index gained 0.48 percent on Thursday (23) in thin trade,negative,-0.999324799
Sri Lanka former president Kumaratunga lambasts SLFP leadership,9/23/2021,Uncategorized,"“They have no love for the party, nor foresight; purely the thirst for power,” she said.","Sri Lanka former president Kumaratunga lambasts SLFP leadership “They have no love for the party, nor foresight; purely the thirst for power,” she said.",negative,-0.99193114
Sri Lanka health official calls for staggered lifting of COVID-19 lockdown,9/23/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka went into lockdown on August 20, which has now been extended several times to October 01.","Sri Lanka health official calls for staggered lifting of COVID-19 lockdown Sri Lanka went into lockdown on August 20, which has now been extended several times to October 01.",negative,-0.9914698
"Sri Lanka rupee hobbled by 203 decree, priority lists, three bonds quoted",9/23/2021,Economy,"This week American Express, a credit card started rejecting overseas transactions above 100 US dollars.","Sri Lanka rupee hobbled by 203 decree, priority lists, three bonds quoted This week American Express, a credit card started rejecting overseas transactions above 100 US dollars.",negative,-0.99816364
Drop in COVID-19 admissions at Sri Lanka's Lady Ridgeway Children's Hospital,9/23/2021,Health,"“There is something to be happy about here,” he added.","Drop in COVID-19 admissions at Sri Lanka's Lady Ridgeway Children's Hospital “There is something to be happy about here,” he added.",positive,0.998129666
Sri Lanka bus assembly eyed by China's King Long Auto in Hambantota,9/23/2021,Economy,"'With the Hambantota Port being so strategically located, we would be able to reach newer markets.'","Sri Lanka bus assembly eyed by China's King Long Auto in Hambantota 'With the Hambantota Port being so strategically located, we would be able to reach newer markets.'",negative,-0.800955951
Sri Lanka new CB Governor earns cautious approval from Wijewardena,9/23/2021,Economy,Wijewardene as Deputy Governor in 2008/2009 along with Cabraal tamed the agency's domestic operations ,Sri Lanka new CB Governor earns cautious approval from Wijewardena Wijewardene as Deputy Governor in 2008/2009 along with Cabraal tamed the agency's domestic operations ,positive,0.717318892
2021 IMF Annual Meetings Youth Fellowships open for application,9/23/2021,Economy,Open to individuals aged between 20 to 32 from across the world ,2021 IMF Annual Meetings Youth Fellowships open for application Open to individuals aged between 20 to 32 from across the world ,positive,0.993448555
Sri Lanka's could lose billions through unsolicited New Fortress Energy deal: CEBEU,9/23/2021,Energy,The sale of a power plant comes with complex contracts which could be worth US$6.0bn or more,Sri Lanka's could lose billions through unsolicited New Fortress Energy deal: CEBEU The sale of a power plant comes with complex contracts which could be worth US$6.0bn or more,negative,-0.998426437
Sri Lanka leader stresses home-grown solution for lasting peace amid global pressure,9/23/2021,Human Rights,His speech came a week after the UN Human Rights Chief raised fresh concerns over alleged human rights violations.,Sri Lanka leader stresses home-grown solution for lasting peace amid global pressure His speech came a week after the UN Human Rights Chief raised fresh concerns over alleged human rights violations.,negative,-0.983023465
"Sri Lanka focuses on investments, bilateral ties in New York",9/22/2021,International Relations,Discussions took place on the sidelines of the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.,"Sri Lanka focuses on investments, bilateral ties in New York Discussions took place on the sidelines of the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.",positive,0.988223016
Sri Lanka parliament follows Emperor Diocletian after printing money,9/22/2021,Legal,"Diocletian minted copper coins in place of silver, Sri Lanka printed over a trillion rupees of paper money","Sri Lanka parliament follows Emperor Diocletian after printing money Diocletian minted copper coins in place of silver, Sri Lanka printed over a trillion rupees of paper money",negative,-0.757016361
Sivashanth Sundararajee appointed COO of CT CLSA Securities Services,9/22/2021,Business,Sivashanth is banker with over 20 years’ experience in retail banking and global banking. ,Sivashanth Sundararajee appointed COO of CT CLSA Securities Services Sivashanth is banker with over 20 years’ experience in retail banking and global banking. ,positive,0.997657418
Sri Lanka stocks edge up in thin trade amid foreign selling,9/22/2021,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka stock index gained 0.20 percent on Wednesday (22) in thin trade,Sri Lanka stocks edge up in thin trade amid foreign selling Sri Lanka stock index gained 0.20 percent on Wednesday (22) in thin trade,negative,-0.999616385
"Sri Lanka exports soar 12-pct, banks limit overseas credit card transactions",9/22/2021,Business,The August 2021 is slightly up from the pre-COVID19 pandemic export earnings in August 2019,"Sri Lanka exports soar 12-pct, banks limit overseas credit card transactions The August 2021 is slightly up from the pre-COVID19 pandemic export earnings in August 2019",positive,0.749764979
Sri Lanka Treasuries auctions yields rise after price control lifted,9/22/2021,Bonds & Forex,12-month yield up 30 bp,Sri Lanka Treasuries auctions yields rise after price control lifted 12-month yield up 30 bp,negative,-0.832536697
SriLankan to operate flights from Mattala airport after concessions,9/22/2021,Aviation,"Sumanasekara said going forward, a few more scheduled flights will be operational from Mattala.","SriLankan to operate flights from Mattala airport after concessions Sumanasekara said going forward, a few more scheduled flights will be operational from Mattala.",positive,0.981734514
Sri Lanka justice minister condemns Anuradhapura prison incident; inquiry to begin,9/22/2021,Politics,"“It should have never happened and it was a disgrace,” he said.","Sri Lanka justice minister condemns Anuradhapura prison incident; inquiry to begin “It should have never happened and it was a disgrace,” he said.",negative,-0.998695195
Sri Lanka seeks investors to develop historic Galle Port in US$175mn PPP,9/22/2021,Logistics,The project involves deepening the port and building a new breakwater,Sri Lanka seeks investors to develop historic Galle Port in US$175mn PPP The project involves deepening the port and building a new breakwater,negative,-0.91292125
US based New Fortress Energy says strikes LNG supply deal with Sri Lanka,9/22/2021,Energy,"New Fortress will initially provide the equivalent of an estimated 1.2 million gallons of LNG (~35,000 MMBtu) per day ","US based New Fortress Energy says strikes LNG supply deal with Sri Lanka New Fortress will initially provide the equivalent of an estimated 1.2 million gallons of LNG (~35,000 MMBtu) per day ",negative,-0.979854286
Sri Lanka to raise borrowing limit by Rs400bn for 2021,9/22/2021,Economy,"The borrowing ceiling for 2021 will be raised to Rs3,397 billion rupees from 2,997 billion.","Sri Lanka to raise borrowing limit by Rs400bn for 2021 The borrowing ceiling for 2021 will be raised to Rs3,397 billion rupees from 2,997 billion.",negative,-0.916415155
Sri Lanka seeks 100mn US supplementary loan from World Bank for COVID-19,9/22/2021,Economy,"The World Bank has agreed to grant the loan, a cabinet release said.","Sri Lanka seeks 100mn US supplementary loan from World Bank for COVID-19 The World Bank has agreed to grant the loan, a cabinet release said.",negative,-0.96554184
Sri Lanka health authorities plead with young people to get vaccinated,9/22/2021,Health,"“Get any vaccine that’s easily available to you as soon as possible,” a health official pleaded.","Sri Lanka health authorities plead with young people to get vaccinated “Get any vaccine that’s easily available to you as soon as possible,” a health official pleaded.",negative,-0.990702391
Fingers crossed that Sri Lanka's failed bill auctions which ravaged rupee will end,9/22/2021,Economy,The yield curve flattens and is rock steady ahead of currency crises as anchors conflict ,Fingers crossed that Sri Lanka's failed bill auctions which ravaged rupee will end The yield curve flattens and is rock steady ahead of currency crises as anchors conflict ,positive,0.993255615
Sri Lanka's national inflation at 6.7-pct in August 2021,9/22/2021,Economy,The food price index grew 11.1 percent in the year to August,Sri Lanka's national inflation at 6.7-pct in August 2021 The food price index grew 11.1 percent in the year to August,positive,0.925715268
Sri Lanka CB announces monetary board secretary amid controversy,9/22/2021,Economy,Previous tenors given,Sri Lanka CB announces monetary board secretary amid controversy Previous tenors given,negative,-0.889312863
Time to build upon the COVID dividend in South Asia education,9/22/2021,South Asia,Teachers upgrade skills on their own with private sector support,Time to build upon the COVID dividend in South Asia education Teachers upgrade skills on their own with private sector support,positive,0.981208444
Sri Lanka orders 14 million doses of Pfizer-BioNTech for under-20s and booster shot,9/21/2021,Health,"The SPC has acquired a total of 31.7 million doses of the AstraZeneca, Sinopharm, Sputnik V, Pfizer and Moderna vaccines","Sri Lanka orders 14 million doses of Pfizer-BioNTech for under-20s and booster shot The SPC has acquired a total of 31.7 million doses of the AstraZeneca, Sinopharm, Sputnik V, Pfizer and Moderna vaccines",negative,-0.974688411
Sri Lanka stocks edge down in lackluster trade; CB direction awaited,9/21/2021,Markets,Investors adopt wait and see approach ,Sri Lanka stocks edge down in lackluster trade; CB direction awaited Investors adopt wait and see approach ,negative,-0.996188104
Sri Lanka opposition JVP raise concerns over organic fertilizer imports from China,9/21/2021,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka's plans to import 63 million US dollars of organic fertilizer from a China,Sri Lanka opposition JVP raise concerns over organic fertilizer imports from China Sri Lanka's plans to import 63 million US dollars of organic fertilizer from a China,negative,-0.972987056
Sri Lanka government claims “no risks” of deleted NMRA data,9/21/2021,Health,"“There is no harm for the data related to registration certificates and licences,” Jayasumana told parliament.","Sri Lanka government claims “no risks” of deleted NMRA data “There is no harm for the data related to registration certificates and licences,” Jayasumana told parliament.",positive,0.851169109
Sri Lanka opp. MP claims p'ment privileges violated in unexplained CID summons,9/21/2021,Politics,"“This is a violation of my rights as a civilian, and a violation of my parliamentary privileges,” he said.","Sri Lanka opp. MP claims p'ment privileges violated in unexplained CID summons “This is a violation of my rights as a civilian, and a violation of my parliamentary privileges,” he said.",negative,-0.99872309
Sri Lanka’s Jayantha Ketagoda takes oath as MP again,9/21/2021,Politics,Ketagoda was first appointed as an MP through the SLPP national list after last year’s parliament poll.,Sri Lanka’s Jayantha Ketagoda takes oath as MP again Ketagoda was first appointed as an MP through the SLPP national list after last year’s parliament poll.,positive,0.956876159
IMF has a role in Sri Lanka after framework decided: Jayasundera,9/21/2021,Economy,"So if the plan is convincing, each one has a role to play in that plan","IMF has a role in Sri Lanka after framework decided: Jayasundera So if the plan is convincing, each one has a role to play in that plan",negative,-0.951209784
Sri Lanka central bank Treasuries stock tops Rs1.3 trillion amid reserve losses,9/21/2021,Economy,Rising domestic assets point to a corresponding fall in foreign assets,Sri Lanka central bank Treasuries stock tops Rs1.3 trillion amid reserve losses Rising domestic assets point to a corresponding fall in foreign assets,negative,-0.998671412
"Sri Lanka tea output, export earnings could fall 25-pct over fertilizer ban: industry group",9/21/2021,Business,Tea production could fall as much as 25 percent within six months,"Sri Lanka tea output, export earnings could fall 25-pct over fertilizer ban: industry group Tea production could fall as much as 25 percent within six months",negative,-0.998063982
"World Bank Doing Business index scrapped after manipulating ranking for China, others",9/21/2021,Economy,China's rankings had dropped to 85 from 78 before the data was manipulaed,"World Bank Doing Business index scrapped after manipulating ranking for China, others China's rankings had dropped to 85 from 78 before the data was manipulaed",negative,-0.99948138
Sri Lanka money printing hits cable maker raw materials,9/20/2021,Business,Will result in a short supply of materials very soon,Sri Lanka money printing hits cable maker raw materials Will result in a short supply of materials very soon,negative,-0.998758316
"Sri Lanka to work closely with UN, agrees to 'pardon Tamil youth'",9/20/2021,Political News, Immediate action with regard to missing persons,"Sri Lanka to work closely with UN, agrees to 'pardon Tamil youth'  Immediate action with regard to missing persons",positive,0.818758368
Sri Lanka opposition MP summoned to CID with no explanation: lawyer,9/20/2021,Politics,Nanayakkara was requested to meet the CID on Monday (20).,Sri Lanka opposition MP summoned to CID with no explanation: lawyer Nanayakkara was requested to meet the CID on Monday (20).,negative,-0.994087219
"Sri Lanka Mannar, Cauvery basin oil blocks gravity magnetic survey with Bell Geospace",9/20/2021,Energy,The data we have acquired so far is of excellent quality,"Sri Lanka Mannar, Cauvery basin oil blocks gravity magnetic survey with Bell Geospace The data we have acquired so far is of excellent quality",positive,0.999673724
"Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea exports up 15-pct in July 2021, Iraq top buyer",9/20/2021,Agriculture,"Up to August, exports were up 7.7 percent to 187.5 million kilograms but were down 4.42 percent from 2019.","Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea exports up 15-pct in July 2021, Iraq top buyer Up to August, exports were up 7.7 percent to 187.5 million kilograms but were down 4.42 percent from 2019.",negative,-0.993715703
"Sri Lanka cronies profiting from import controls, SMEs battered: Samarajiva",9/19/2021,Economy,What we are building is a kleptocracy which will then pollute and completely distort the political processes,"Sri Lanka cronies profiting from import controls, SMEs battered: Samarajiva What we are building is a kleptocracy which will then pollute and completely distort the political processes",negative,-0.999509096
Sri Lanka shortage creating agency may allow milk powder supplies to resume,9/19/2021,Economy,New price subject to dollars given at 203 to the US dollar,Sri Lanka shortage creating agency may allow milk powder supplies to resume New price subject to dollars given at 203 to the US dollar,negative,-0.998665333
"Sri Lanka vaccinates 50.4-pct of population, vaccinated Covid-19 deaths 4.4-pct",9/19/2021,Health,"Out of total deaths of 9,806 persons, 4.4 percent had got both doses of vaccines and 15.9 percent had one","Sri Lanka vaccinates 50.4-pct of population, vaccinated Covid-19 deaths 4.4-pct Out of total deaths of 9,806 persons, 4.4 percent had got both doses of vaccines and 15.9 percent had one",negative,-0.966365159
Sri Lanka President land in US for UN General Assembly,9/19/2021,Political News,President Rajapaksa will hold bilateral discussions with several heads of state,Sri Lanka President land in US for UN General Assembly President Rajapaksa will hold bilateral discussions with several heads of state,positive,0.997251213
Sri Lanka gets four million more Sinopharm doses; final batch on SPC order,9/19/2021,Uncategorized,The consignment sees the conclusion of a contract the SPC had entered with the manufacturer.,Sri Lanka gets four million more Sinopharm doses; final batch on SPC order The consignment sees the conclusion of a contract the SPC had entered with the manufacturer.,negative,-0.991348088
"Sri Lanka splits oil blocks to fire demand, BellGeospace to give data",9/19/2021,Energy,"When the block is large, it is very expensive for a single company to explore","Sri Lanka splits oil blocks to fire demand, BellGeospace to give data When the block is large, it is very expensive for a single company to explore",negative,-0.999293208
Elected Sri Lanka ruling party MP to resign for diplomatic posting in US: source,9/18/2021,Politics,Kalutara district SLPP candidate Wadduwage Manju Lalith Varna Kumara is next in the list to succeed Samarasinghe.,Elected Sri Lanka ruling party MP to resign for diplomatic posting in US: source Kalutara district SLPP candidate Wadduwage Manju Lalith Varna Kumara is next in the list to succeed Samarasinghe.,positive,0.986980736
Sri Lanka gets more railway coaches from India under US$82.6mn deal,9/18/2021,Economy,RITES will also supply two AC diesel multiple units (DMU) to Sri Lanka Railways. ,Sri Lanka gets more railway coaches from India under US$82.6mn deal RITES will also supply two AC diesel multiple units (DMU) to Sri Lanka Railways. ,negative,-0.964654565
Sri Lanka's Ceylon tea output down 1.2-pct in July 2021,9/18/2021,Agriculture,"In the first seven months of 2021, tea output was up 19.6 percent to 187.8 million kilograms.","Sri Lanka's Ceylon tea output down 1.2-pct in July 2021 In the first seven months of 2021, tea output was up 19.6 percent to 187.8 million kilograms.",negative,-0.969413102
"UK to remove Sri lanka, seven other countries from COVID-19 'red list' Sep 22",9/18/2021,Tourism,Sri Lanka’s economy was facing a loss of more than 260 million rupees each day when it remained on the UK’s ‘red l...,"UK to remove Sri lanka, seven other countries from COVID-19 'red list' Sep 22 Sri Lanka’s economy was facing a loss of more than 260 million rupees each day when it remained on the UK’s ‘red l...",negative,-0.99957341
Sri Lanka stock index edges down on profit taking amid foreign selling; investors wait for cues,9/17/2021,Markets,Market wait for direction ,Sri Lanka stock index edges down on profit taking amid foreign selling; investors wait for cues Market wait for direction ,negative,-0.998874485
"Sri Lankan children 12-14 with congenital disorders, all kids 15-19 to get Pfizer jab",9/17/2021,Health,The decision was reached at a COVID-19 task force meeting chaired by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa Friday (17) morning.,"Sri Lankan children 12-14 with congenital disorders, all kids 15-19 to get Pfizer jab The decision was reached at a COVID-19 task force meeting chaired by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa Friday (17) morning.",negative,-0.964506805
China to donate 1 mn doses of Sionvac to Sri Lanka; 4mn Sinopharm doses also due,9/17/2021,Health,"It may not be the right choice for Sri Lanka at the moment, one expert said.","China to donate 1 mn doses of Sionvac to Sri Lanka; 4mn Sinopharm doses also due It may not be the right choice for Sri Lanka at the moment, one expert said.",negative,-0.997401357
Sri Lanka anti-COVID-19 measures to cost $550 million:  Jayasundera,9/17/2021,Economy,The real cost is more,Sri Lanka anti-COVID-19 measures to cost $550 million:  Jayasundera The real cost is more,negative,-0.986151755
Sri Lanka extends COVID-19 lockdown to Oct 01,9/17/2021,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka’s ongoing COVID-19 conditional lockdown has been extended till October 01,Sri Lanka extends COVID-19 lockdown to Oct 01 Sri Lanka’s ongoing COVID-19 conditional lockdown has been extended till October 01,negative,-0.800729096
"Sri Lanka to reopen 5,000 schools, but teachers on strike refuse to budge",9/17/2021,Education,"Teachers will not resume work until long-standing salary anomalies in their service are not resolved, said Stalin.","Sri Lanka to reopen 5,000 schools, but teachers on strike refuse to budge Teachers will not resume work until long-standing salary anomalies in their service are not resolved, said Stalin.",negative,-0.99499929
"Sri Lanka hospitals still overwhelmed, says official; calls for pre-Oct 2020 infection rates",9/17/2021,Health,"""The current rate of around 2,300 daily cases is “unbearable” and more than the overburdened health sector can handl...","Sri Lanka hospitals still overwhelmed, says official; calls for pre-Oct 2020 infection rates ""The current rate of around 2,300 daily cases is “unbearable” and more than the overburdened health sector can handl...",negative,-0.974622846
"Sri Lanka rupee hamstrung on decree, bonds slightly up after yield control lifted",9/17/2021,Bonds & Forex,A 01.12.2024 bond traded at 8.24 percent Friday ,"Sri Lanka rupee hamstrung on decree, bonds slightly up after yield control lifted A 01.12.2024 bond traded at 8.24 percent Friday ",negative,-0.781676233
Aeroflot Sri Lanka flights to resume from November 04,9/17/2021,Bonds & Forex,Aeroflot has been operating to Colombo from 1964,Aeroflot Sri Lanka flights to resume from November 04 Aeroflot has been operating to Colombo from 1964,positive,0.902690291
Sri Lanka to reduce 'vulnerable' international sovereign bond holdings: Jayasundera,9/17/2021,Economy,Our idea is not to go for any commercial borrowing,Sri Lanka to reduce 'vulnerable' international sovereign bond holdings: Jayasundera Our idea is not to go for any commercial borrowing,negative,-0.944423318
Sri Lanka OTC repo platform in operation at CSE,9/17/2021,Bonds & Forex,To improve liquidity of debt transactions,Sri Lanka OTC repo platform in operation at CSE To improve liquidity of debt transactions,negative,-0.853168011
Sri Lanka's report on anti-terror law ready ahead of EU delegation visit: Foreign Min Secy,9/16/2021,Human Rights,"“We are waiting for the EU delegation. We are not scared. There is nothing to hide. We are quite open to them,” he s...","Sri Lanka's report on anti-terror law ready ahead of EU delegation visit: Foreign Min Secy “We are waiting for the EU delegation. We are not scared. There is nothing to hide. We are quite open to them,” he s...",positive,0.998874605
Sri Lanka shares down on profit taking; new CB chief’s directions waited,9/16/2021,Uncategorized,Market slips on profit taking,Sri Lanka shares down on profit taking; new CB chief’s directions waited Market slips on profit taking,negative,-0.999031305
Sri Lanka lifts price control on T-bills in key stability move,9/16/2021,Banking,The controls had been in place from April 2020 and had had driven liquidity injections and reserve losses,Sri Lanka lifts price control on T-bills in key stability move The controls had been in place from April 2020 and had had driven liquidity injections and reserve losses,negative,-0.985095322
Sri Lanka's prisons minister has forfeited moral right to hold office: BASL,9/16/2021,Uncategorized,"The BASL has asked authorities to “act forthwith in dealing with these serious acts of impunity"".","Sri Lanka's prisons minister has forfeited moral right to hold office: BASL The BASL has asked authorities to “act forthwith in dealing with these serious acts of impunity"".",negative,-0.995598257
Sri Lanka Catholic church wants controversial monk's claims investigated,9/16/2021,Uncategorized,"The monks claims were serious enough to warrant an inquiry, the statement said.","Sri Lanka Catholic church wants controversial monk's claims investigated The monks claims were serious enough to warrant an inquiry, the statement said.",negative,-0.981743574
Sri Lanka's foreign exchange reserves are still low despite IMF SDR: Moody's,9/16/2021,Economy,"However, such inflows are piecemeal and boost FX reserves only temporarily","Sri Lanka's foreign exchange reserves are still low despite IMF SDR: Moody's However, such inflows are piecemeal and boost FX reserves only temporarily",negative,-0.991127968
Security tightened at Sri Lanka's main airport following suspicious email,9/16/2021,Security,Some media reports speculated that the email might be a Trojan horse.,Security tightened at Sri Lanka's main airport following suspicious email Some media reports speculated that the email might be a Trojan horse.,negative,-0.998072028
Sri Lanka finance companies hit by import controls: Fitch,9/16/2021,Banking,The higher prices have supported loan recoveries from repossession in the near term but may expose firms to price falls,Sri Lanka finance companies hit by import controls: Fitch The higher prices have supported loan recoveries from repossession in the near term but may expose firms to price falls,negative,-0.999394059
How Sri Lanka's IMF-backed 'Young Plan' fired a foreign debt death spiral: Bellwether,9/16/2021,Bellwether,"In all years with inflationary policy, debt after foreign reserves went up","How Sri Lanka's IMF-backed 'Young Plan' fired a foreign debt death spiral: Bellwether In all years with inflationary policy, debt after foreign reserves went up",negative,-0.990757644
"Sri Lanka explores green bonds for renewable energy, organic fertilizers: Jayasundera",9/16/2021,Economy,There are so many inquiries and proposals are being put forward to raise money from green bonds,"Sri Lanka explores green bonds for renewable energy, organic fertilizers: Jayasundera There are so many inquiries and proposals are being put forward to raise money from green bonds",positive,0.766976058
Sri Lanka GDP grows 12.3-pct in June 2021 quarter,9/15/2021,Economy,Recovers from a 16.4-pct fall last year,Sri Lanka GDP grows 12.3-pct in June 2021 quarter Recovers from a 16.4-pct fall last year,negative,-0.967844546
Sri Lanka's re-appointed CB chief will tackle external challenges: P B Jayasundera,9/15/2021,Economy,It also needs much more experienced person to manage the prevailing challenges,Sri Lanka's re-appointed CB chief will tackle external challenges: P B Jayasundera It also needs much more experienced person to manage the prevailing challenges,negative,-0.977671504
Sri Lanka fails to sell 50-pct of yield controlled bill auction,9/15/2021,Bonds & Forex,"No market demand for 6 or 12 month bills, where the price control is barely above the overnight rate","Sri Lanka fails to sell 50-pct of yield controlled bill auction No market demand for 6 or 12 month bills, where the price control is barely above the overnight rate",negative,-0.999694705
Long COVID: Sri Lanka expert warns of multisystem inflammatory syndrome onset,9/15/2021,Uncategorized,"Patients whose organs are affected must be thoroughly examined and treated accordingly, he said.","Long COVID: Sri Lanka expert warns of multisystem inflammatory syndrome onset Patients whose organs are affected must be thoroughly examined and treated accordingly, he said.",negative,-0.923603058
Sri Lanka stocks rise for second day on hopes over Cabraal fixing forex woes,9/15/2021,Markets,"“The market hopes Cabraal can fix the forex and exchange rate issue.""","Sri Lanka stocks rise for second day on hopes over Cabraal fixing forex woes “The market hopes Cabraal can fix the forex and exchange rate issue.""",negative,-0.981925011
"Sri Lanka CB to guide markets, use tools mindful of repercussions: Governor Cabraal",9/15/2021,Economy,I think we would from now onwards take the lead in providing guidance to markets ,"Sri Lanka CB to guide markets, use tools mindful of repercussions: Governor Cabraal I think we would from now onwards take the lead in providing guidance to markets ",positive,0.985784233
"Sri Lanka prisons minister resigns after opposition MPs demand removal, legal action",9/15/2021,Politics,"Earlier on Wednesday, the opposition Tamil National Alliance (TNA) Ratwatte's removal and arrest over the allegations.","Sri Lanka prisons minister resigns after opposition MPs demand removal, legal action Earlier on Wednesday, the opposition Tamil National Alliance (TNA) Ratwatte's removal and arrest over the allegations.",negative,-0.998635948
Sri Lankan novelist's 'A Passage North' shortlisted for 2021 Booker Prize,9/15/2021,Arts and Culture,The book was previously long listed for the same prize.,Sri Lankan novelist's 'A Passage North' shortlisted for 2021 Booker Prize The book was previously long listed for the same prize.,negative,-0.909364641
"Sri Lanka new CB Governor says will push for stability, consult business",9/15/2021,Economy,A policy package in the form of a short-term Road Map soon,"Sri Lanka new CB Governor says will push for stability, consult business A policy package in the form of a short-term Road Map soon",negative,-0.994502664
Sri Lanka's Tess Agro eyes funds from Swiss firm to make tin cans,9/15/2021,Business,Food storing cans to be exported,Sri Lanka's Tess Agro eyes funds from Swiss firm to make tin cans Food storing cans to be exported,negative,-0.969431162
"Sri Lanka opposition calls for legal action, sacking, of prisons minister",9/15/2021,Uncategorized,The TNA called for an immediate inquiry to be followed by charges filed against the state minister.,"Sri Lanka opposition calls for legal action, sacking, of prisons minister The TNA called for an immediate inquiry to be followed by charges filed against the state minister.",negative,-0.996382117
Sri Lanka denies 5-pct tax on wage earner tax after 1-pct tax on undeclared funds,9/15/2021,Economy,Not discussed in cabinet,Sri Lanka denies 5-pct tax on wage earner tax after 1-pct tax on undeclared funds Not discussed in cabinet,negative,-0.972814977
Sri Lanka spends US$225.5mn to defend non-credible peg in July,9/15/2021,Economy,Another US$49.5mn was bought amid a surrender requirement,Sri Lanka spends US$225.5mn to defend non-credible peg in July Another US$49.5mn was bought amid a surrender requirement,negative,-0.998054981
"Sri Lanka 'fingers crossed' for investment, rise in remittance, tourism: Minister Pathirana",9/15/2021,Economy,We keep our fingers crossed and we are looking forward to receiving some investments also and foreign remittances',"Sri Lanka 'fingers crossed' for investment, rise in remittance, tourism: Minister Pathirana We keep our fingers crossed and we are looking forward to receiving some investments also and foreign remittances'",positive,0.999469578
Booster shot for Sri Lankan migrant workers: health ministry decision pending,9/14/2021,Health,"The SLFEB has submitted the request and it is up to the health ministry to see it through, an official said.","Booster shot for Sri Lankan migrant workers: health ministry decision pending The SLFEB has submitted the request and it is up to the health ministry to see it through, an official said.",positive,0.993549168
Sri Lanka ruling party local govt member disqualified in landmark verdict,9/14/2021,Legal,"The Right to Information (RTI) act had also proved helpful in acquiring information to secure the verdict, he said.","Sri Lanka ruling party local govt member disqualified in landmark verdict The Right to Information (RTI) act had also proved helpful in acquiring information to secure the verdict, he said.",positive,0.894807935
Sri Lanka stocks recover in thin trade; foreigners leave,9/14/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks bounced back and ended 1.82 percent up on Tuesday,Sri Lanka stocks recover in thin trade; foreigners leave Sri Lanka stocks bounced back and ended 1.82 percent up on Tuesday,negative,-0.984794796
Sri Lanka sticks to domestic mechanism; says UN probe will polarise country,9/14/2021,Human Rights,"“This will polarise our society, as we experienced with Resolution 30/1,” the foreign minister said.","Sri Lanka sticks to domestic mechanism; says UN probe will polarise country “This will polarise our society, as we experienced with Resolution 30/1,” the foreign minister said.",positive,0.764818192
Sri Lanka minister assures no fuel scarcity as credit lines sought,9/14/2021,Energy,But I want to clearly say there is no oil scarcity,Sri Lanka minister assures no fuel scarcity as credit lines sought But I want to clearly say there is no oil scarcity,negative,-0.996622205
Sri Lanka police find hand grenade in Colombo private hospital,9/14/2021,Crime,"The grenade has now been disarmed, police said.","Sri Lanka police find hand grenade in Colombo private hospital The grenade has now been disarmed, police said.",negative,-0.978968382
Locked down Sri Lanka to gradually re-open from Sep 21; experts apprehensive,9/14/2021,Health,"“No matter what allegations some people may level, the lockdown has helped immensely,” the state minister said.","Locked down Sri Lanka to gradually re-open from Sep 21; experts apprehensive “No matter what allegations some people may level, the lockdown has helped immensely,” the state minister said.",positive,0.996885836
Sri Lanka concerned over vaccine hesitancy among youth; fake news blamed,9/14/2021,Health,The anticipated percentages of people under 30 haven’t been coming forward to get jabbed. Dr Herath said.,Sri Lanka concerned over vaccine hesitancy among youth; fake news blamed The anticipated percentages of people under 30 haven’t been coming forward to get jabbed. Dr Herath said.,negative,-0.877518296
"Sri Lanka to vaccinate children, youth under 20 in October",9/14/2021,Health,Vaccinating GCE Ordinary Level and Advanced Level students is also being discussed.,"Sri Lanka to vaccinate children, youth under 20 in October Vaccinating GCE Ordinary Level and Advanced Level students is also being discussed.",positive,0.972976029
Sri Lanka state agency hikes paddy buying price by 10-pct after emergency raids,9/14/2021,Agriculture,There was no mention of other grades of rice in the new statement,Sri Lanka state agency hikes paddy buying price by 10-pct after emergency raids There was no mention of other grades of rice in the new statement,negative,-0.991100609
Sri Lanka to seek consultant for China DBFOT elevated expressway,9/14/2021,Economy,"The consultant will be chosen following  ""formal procurement methodology"" ","Sri Lanka to seek consultant for China DBFOT elevated expressway The consultant will be chosen following  ""formal procurement methodology"" ",negative,-0.991682529
Sri Lanka cabinet clears plans to order CEB to make 70-pct renewable energy plan,9/14/2021,Energy,Guidelines to be given to CEB to make LTGEP,Sri Lanka cabinet clears plans to order CEB to make 70-pct renewable energy plan Guidelines to be given to CEB to make LTGEP,negative,-0.98897028
Sri Lanka national Sharmini Coorey to retire from IMF,9/14/2021,Culture,"""She has made incredible contributions throughout a stellar Fund career, which began in 1986"" - MD","Sri Lanka national Sharmini Coorey to retire from IMF ""She has made incredible contributions throughout a stellar Fund career, which began in 1986"" - MD",positive,0.999789655
Sri Lanka recovery framework to be launched by Advocata Institute - LIVE NOW,9/14/2021,Economy,There is no doubt that Sri Lanka is facing a severe economic crisis,Sri Lanka recovery framework to be launched by Advocata Institute - LIVE NOW There is no doubt that Sri Lanka is facing a severe economic crisis,positive,0.773918033
Sri Lanka BOP deficit soars to US$2.7bn to July 2021 as bond auctions fail,9/14/2021,Economy,Weakened credibility of the peg fires several speculative frenzies,Sri Lanka BOP deficit soars to US$2.7bn to July 2021 as bond auctions fail Weakened credibility of the peg fires several speculative frenzies,negative,-0.999046385
UN rights boss unhappy over Sri Lanka’s attempts at addressing alleged abuses,9/13/2021,Human Rights,She also criticised recently passed emergency regulations on essential food supply.,UN rights boss unhappy over Sri Lanka’s attempts at addressing alleged abuses She also criticised recently passed emergency regulations on essential food supply.,negative,-0.999114454
"Nivard Cabraal says will focus on ""stability first"" as Sri Lanka CB Governor",9/13/2021,Economy,I will be concentrating on stability first and growth,"Nivard Cabraal says will focus on ""stability first"" as Sri Lanka CB Governor I will be concentrating on stability first and growth",positive,0.980431914
Sri Lanka share index suffers worst fall in near 7 months; foreigners exit,9/13/2021,Markets,The Monday’s percentage fall was the worst performance since February 22 this year.,Sri Lanka share index suffers worst fall in near 7 months; foreigners exit The Monday’s percentage fall was the worst performance since February 22 this year.,negative,-0.999455392
Sri Lanka sells 83-pct of Rs50bn bond auction at higher price control,9/13/2021,Bonds & Forex,The debt office raised a total of 41.78 billion rupees from the market,Sri Lanka sells 83-pct of Rs50bn bond auction at higher price control The debt office raised a total of 41.78 billion rupees from the market,negative,-0.94049114
Sri Lanka PM calls for unity at G20 interfaith dialogue in Italy as expats protest,9/13/2021,Uncategorized,"Meanwhile, another group of Sri Lankans held their own protest in support of the government.","Sri Lanka PM calls for unity at G20 interfaith dialogue in Italy as expats protest Meanwhile, another group of Sri Lankans held their own protest in support of the government.",negative,-0.973047793
Sri Lanka's Jayantha Ketagoda to be reappointed national list MP to replace Cabraal,9/13/2021,Politics,"“Names of Yoshitha and Duminda being considered were rumours. No such names were considered,” another source said.","Sri Lanka's Jayantha Ketagoda to be reappointed national list MP to replace Cabraal “Names of Yoshitha and Duminda being considered were rumours. No such names were considered,” another source said.",negative,-0.993584931
Sri Lanka opposition MP rubbishes opposition leader's call for snap election,9/13/2021,Politics,"“Statements like this are immature and unwise,” he added.","Sri Lanka opposition MP rubbishes opposition leader's call for snap election “Statements like this are immature and unwise,” he added.",negative,-0.998369873
Nivard Cabraal resigns from Sri Lanka parliament ahead of being made CB chief,9/13/2021,Political News,Appointed governor later this week,Nivard Cabraal resigns from Sri Lanka parliament ahead of being made CB chief Appointed governor later this week,negative,-0.998995721
"Sri Lanka imports soar to 17-month high in July 2021 amid money printing, exports",9/13/2021,Economy,Imports at pre-pandemic highs despite lack of tourism revenues,"Sri Lanka imports soar to 17-month high in July 2021 amid money printing, exports Imports at pre-pandemic highs despite lack of tourism revenues",negative,-0.97951299
Sri Lanka prints Rs29bn as price controls undermine bill auction,9/13/2021,Economy,The liquidity injected however has been sucked up by a statutory reserve ratio hike,Sri Lanka prints Rs29bn as price controls undermine bill auction The liquidity injected however has been sucked up by a statutory reserve ratio hike,negative,-0.999228001
Sri Lanka CB chief Lakshman yearns for stable rupee amid money printing,9/13/2021,Economy,I am personally not in favour of continuous depreciation of the currency based on our own past experience,Sri Lanka CB chief Lakshman yearns for stable rupee amid money printing I am personally not in favour of continuous depreciation of the currency based on our own past experience,negative,-0.994054496
Sri Lanka's Windforce to take-over Sky Solar for Rs265mn,9/13/2021,Energy,Installed capacity to 220.2 MW from 218MW,Sri Lanka's Windforce to take-over Sky Solar for Rs265mn Installed capacity to 220.2 MW from 218MW,positive,0.843857646
Sri Lanka's LB Finance 'A-(lka)' rating confirmed,9/13/2021,Banking,Finance companys face asset quality risks as bad loans rise ,Sri Lanka's LB Finance 'A-(lka)' rating confirmed Finance companys face asset quality risks as bad loans rise ,negative,-0.989783704
Sri Lanka opposition objects to the planned appointment of new CB governor,9/13/2021,Economy,Ex-state minister Wikramaratne says there are conflicts of interest,Sri Lanka opposition objects to the planned appointment of new CB governor Ex-state minister Wikramaratne says there are conflicts of interest,negative,-0.991610825
Sri Lanka seizes rice from private traders after broken deal,9/12/2021,Economy,Government says millers broke agreements,Sri Lanka seizes rice from private traders after broken deal Government says millers broke agreements,negative,-0.99396944
"Sri Lanka's Senkadagala Finance 'BBB+(lka)' rating confirmed, outlook stable",9/12/2021,Banking,The firm had made provisions and reported lower than industry NPLs,"Sri Lanka's Senkadagala Finance 'BBB+(lka)' rating confirmed, outlook stable The firm had made provisions and reported lower than industry NPLs",negative,-0.998991311
Sri Lanka exchanges IMF special drawing rights for US dollars,9/11/2021,Economy,The central bank had 132 million SDRs by the end of August,Sri Lanka exchanges IMF special drawing rights for US dollars The central bank had 132 million SDRs by the end of August,negative,-0.97781986
"Sri Lanka forex reserves rise to US$3,550mn after IMF SDR flow",9/11/2021,Economy,Reserves climb US$744.8mn ,"Sri Lanka forex reserves rise to US$3,550mn after IMF SDR flow Reserves climb US$744.8mn ",negative,-0.974152327
Air France to start flights to Sri Lanka from Nov 01,9/11/2021,Aviation,Air France will fly to Colombo via Male and return to Paris direct.,Air France to start flights to Sri Lanka from Nov 01 Air France will fly to Colombo via Male and return to Paris direct.,positive,0.89812243
Fully vaxxed tourists to Sri Lanka can leave bio-bubble but must pre-book travel sites,9/10/2021,Health,They must also only use transport booked by the hotel or the agent that handles their travel.,Fully vaxxed tourists to Sri Lanka can leave bio-bubble but must pre-book travel sites They must also only use transport booked by the hotel or the agent that handles their travel.,negative,-0.998053193
"Sri Lanka stock index fall on import restriction, dollars",9/10/2021,Markets,"""Some brokers have raised concerns over the valuation of the stocks which are pushing the index.""","Sri Lanka stock index fall on import restriction, dollars ""Some brokers have raised concerns over the valuation of the stocks which are pushing the index.""",negative,-0.990824461
Academic turned Sri Lanka central bank chief Lakshman resigns,9/10/2021,Economy,He promised an alternative policy framework,Academic turned Sri Lanka central bank chief Lakshman resigns He promised an alternative policy framework,negative,-0.998797059
96 pct of Sri Lanka's daily COVID-19 cases are delta: USJ study,9/10/2021,Health,"""Until last week, we were not aware of the delta variant's spread in the country,"" Jeewandara said.","96 pct of Sri Lanka's daily COVID-19 cases are delta: USJ study ""Until last week, we were not aware of the delta variant's spread in the country,"" Jeewandara said.",negative,-0.989052355
Sri Lanka central bank governor W D Lakshman to step down on Sept 14,9/10/2021,Economy,He was appointed on December 2019,Sri Lanka central bank governor W D Lakshman to step down on Sept 14 He was appointed on December 2019,positive,0.865563154
Sri Lanka dollar rationing tightens further after 'revaluation' of rupee to 203,9/10/2021,Bonds & Forex,Banks were forced to ration dollars as supplies continued to be weak,Sri Lanka dollar rationing tightens further after 'revaluation' of rupee to 203 Banks were forced to ration dollars as supplies continued to be weak,negative,-0.995453477
Sri Lanka's Green Tape says online procurement taking off,9/10/2021,Business,Procured 500 million rupees worth of tenders ,Sri Lanka's Green Tape says online procurement taking off Procured 500 million rupees worth of tenders ,negative,-0.985644341
IndiGo flights to Sri Lanka from India starting on Sept 10,9/10/2021,Aviation,"Flights from Mumbai, Kochi and Chennai","IndiGo flights to Sri Lanka from India starting on Sept 10 Flights from Mumbai, Kochi and Chennai",positive,0.640663564
Continued UNHRC scrutiny of Sri Lanka's human rights record crucial: HRW,9/10/2021,Human Rights,"“No one should be in any doubt that Sri Lanka’s human rights situation is deeply alarming and getting worse.""","Continued UNHRC scrutiny of Sri Lanka's human rights record crucial: HRW “No one should be in any doubt that Sri Lanka’s human rights situation is deeply alarming and getting worse.""",negative,-0.998125374
Sri Lanka extends COVID-19 lockdown to September 21,9/10/2021,Health,Mininister Keheliya Rambukwella said cases are on the decline and that Sri Lanka will be able to reopen without risk.,Sri Lanka extends COVID-19 lockdown to September 21 Mininister Keheliya Rambukwella said cases are on the decline and that Sri Lanka will be able to reopen without risk.,positive,0.758928955
"Nivard Cabraal ""very likely"" to be appointed Sri Lanka central bank Governor",9/10/2021,Economy,Has to resign political offices,"Nivard Cabraal ""very likely"" to be appointed Sri Lanka central bank Governor Has to resign political offices",negative,-0.996255636
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus vaccinates 46-pct of population, 21-pct in lockdown",9/10/2021,Health,Sinopharm used on 37-pct,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus vaccinates 46-pct of population, 21-pct in lockdown Sinopharm used on 37-pct",negative,-0.976333976
Sri Lanka central bank recognizes Lanka Rating Agency,9/10/2021,Banking,Capital requirements are calculated on ratings,Sri Lanka central bank recognizes Lanka Rating Agency Capital requirements are calculated on ratings,negative,-0.962107539
Sri Lanka stocks gain on heavyweights after four-session fall,9/9/2021,Markets,CSE first rise in five sessions,Sri Lanka stocks gain on heavyweights after four-session fall CSE first rise in five sessions,negative,-0.868270874
Sri Lanka seeks stronger economic ties with Iran amid US sanctions,9/9/2021,Political News,Sri Lanka was forced to stop importing Iranian light crude officially after sanctions were imposed,Sri Lanka seeks stronger economic ties with Iran amid US sanctions Sri Lanka was forced to stop importing Iranian light crude officially after sanctions were imposed,negative,-0.993033767
Sri Lanka’s Expolanka buys US-based Complete Transport System for $6.1mn,9/9/2021,Aviation,The deal follows the acquisition of a South American logistic company,Sri Lanka’s Expolanka buys US-based Complete Transport System for $6.1mn The deal follows the acquisition of a South American logistic company,negative,-0.978026569
"Drop in COVID-19 deaths expected, breakthrough deaths may occur: Sri Lanka official",9/9/2021,Health,This does not mean the vaccine doesn’t work. Data shows that vaccination works for a vast majority of people.,"Drop in COVID-19 deaths expected, breakthrough deaths may occur: Sri Lanka official This does not mean the vaccine doesn’t work. Data shows that vaccination works for a vast majority of people.",negative,-0.989705682
Detained Sri Lanka human rights lawyer's work conflated with terrorism: UN special rapporteur,9/9/2021,Human Rights,"On July 14 this year, Amnesty International declared Hizbullah a prisoner of conscience.","Detained Sri Lanka human rights lawyer's work conflated with terrorism: UN special rapporteur On July 14 this year, Amnesty International declared Hizbullah a prisoner of conscience.",negative,-0.973028362
Sri Lanka slaps 100-pct LC margin to discourage consumer imports amid money printing,9/9/2021,Banking," Chocolates, spaghetti, apple juice, wine, oats, soya milk, dairy goods, lipsticks, carpets, coats anoraks","Sri Lanka slaps 100-pct LC margin to discourage consumer imports amid money printing  Chocolates, spaghetti, apple juice, wine, oats, soya milk, dairy goods, lipsticks, carpets, coats anoraks",negative,-0.998509347
"Sri Lanka rupee revaluation to 203 dries up dollar flows, exporters brace for new controls",9/9/2021,Economy,Authorities seek information on exporter deposits,"Sri Lanka rupee revaluation to 203 dries up dollar flows, exporters brace for new controls Authorities seek information on exporter deposits",negative,-0.994466722
Sri Lanka ups oil resource claims to US$267bn,9/9/2021,Energy,Traces of natural gas was reported in an exploratory well by a unit of Cairn India in 2013,Sri Lanka ups oil resource claims to US$267bn Traces of natural gas was reported in an exploratory well by a unit of Cairn India in 2013,negative,-0.99029386
Sri Lanka seizes rice stocks from private mills under emergency for defying price controls,9/8/2021,Economy,"Stocks owned by Nipuna, Lathpandura, Araliya, Hiru, New Rathna and Suriya mills were seized","Sri Lanka seizes rice stocks from private mills under emergency for defying price controls Stocks owned by Nipuna, Lathpandura, Araliya, Hiru, New Rathna and Suriya mills were seized",negative,-0.991828501
Sri Lanka added to US CDC high risk country list,9/8/2021,International Relations,"Sri Lanka, Jamacia Brunei made to the high risk list on Tuesday, September (07).","Sri Lanka added to US CDC high risk country list Sri Lanka, Jamacia Brunei made to the high risk list on Tuesday, September (07).",negative,-0.781166077
"Sri Lanka PM has not sought audience with Pope, says foreign ministry after Cardinal's remarks",9/8/2021,Uncategorized,"""We're seeing a conspiracy being attempted to cover up the Easter Sunday attack,” Cardinal Ranjith said.","Sri Lanka PM has not sought audience with Pope, says foreign ministry after Cardinal's remarks ""We're seeing a conspiracy being attempted to cover up the Easter Sunday attack,” Cardinal Ranjith said.",negative,-0.986855149
Sri Lanka Tourism defends controversial request to relax restrictions for inbound travellers,9/8/2021,Politics,Fernando is currently away in Russia promoting tourism in Sri Lanka.,Sri Lanka Tourism defends controversial request to relax restrictions for inbound travellers Fernando is currently away in Russia promoting tourism in Sri Lanka.,negative,-0.96855104
Sri Lanka fails to sell 51-pct of Treasuries auction amid price controls,9/8/2021,Bonds & Forex,De facto 12-month rate was raised to 6.05-pct last week,Sri Lanka fails to sell 51-pct of Treasuries auction amid price controls De facto 12-month rate was raised to 6.05-pct last week,negative,-0.999491334
Sri Lanka’s stocks nosedive after finmin’s speech; highest fall since February,9/8/2021,Stocks & Companies,"Wednesday’s loss was the largest percentage index fall since February 22, the bourse data showed. ","Sri Lanka’s stocks nosedive after finmin’s speech; highest fall since February Wednesday’s loss was the largest percentage index fall since February 22, the bourse data showed. ",negative,-0.999466956
Sri Lanka must plan for safe relaxation of COVID-19 restrictions: official,9/8/2021,Health,"Opening the country without doing so may lead to a problematic situation, he said.","Sri Lanka must plan for safe relaxation of COVID-19 restrictions: official Opening the country without doing so may lead to a problematic situation, he said.",negative,-0.994867563
"Sri Lanka gets 5,040 tourists in August 2021, Pakistan, India, Maldives in top six",9/8/2021,Business,Arrivals creeping up,"Sri Lanka gets 5,040 tourists in August 2021, Pakistan, India, Maldives in top six Arrivals creeping up",positive,0.99277389
"Sri Lanka parliament passes tax amnesty bill, opposition abstains from SEC bill",9/8/2021,Legal,Opposition objects to SEC's discretion to initiate prosecutions being taken away,"Sri Lanka parliament passes tax amnesty bill, opposition abstains from SEC bill Opposition objects to SEC's discretion to initiate prosecutions being taken away",negative,-0.966897011
Sri Lanka Finance Minister says country facing twin external and domestic crises,9/8/2021,Economy,"Revenues far below budget, deep forex crisis","Sri Lanka Finance Minister says country facing twin external and domestic crises Revenues far below budget, deep forex crisis",negative,-0.997605443
Second tremor in Sri Laka's deep south in two weeks; experts unconcerned,9/7/2021,Uncategorized,"The tremor is attributed to an earthquake that occurred in Sumatra, Indonesia.","Second tremor in Sri Laka's deep south in two weeks; experts unconcerned The tremor is attributed to an earthquake that occurred in Sumatra, Indonesia.",negative,-0.949080884
"Sri Lanka Medical Association recommends Pfizer, Moderna, AZ booster shot for over-60s",9/7/2021,Health,The medical body has made a set of recommendations for Sri Lanka’s vaccine rollout,"Sri Lanka Medical Association recommends Pfizer, Moderna, AZ booster shot for over-60s The medical body has made a set of recommendations for Sri Lanka’s vaccine rollout",positive,0.977810621
Sri Lanka stocks fall for third session; foreigners sell,9/7/2021,Stocks & Companies,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.46 percent weaker on Tuesday (07), falling for a third straight session","Sri Lanka stocks fall for third session; foreigners sell Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.46 percent weaker on Tuesday (07), falling for a third straight session",negative,-0.999131978
"Sri Lanka to set up state tech park company, list in stock market",9/7/2021,Business,"Tech parks will be set up in Galle, Kurunegala, Anuradhapura, Kandy and Batticaloa districts.","Sri Lanka to set up state tech park company, list in stock market Tech parks will be set up in Galle, Kurunegala, Anuradhapura, Kandy and Batticaloa districts.",negative,-0.827309072
"Sri Lanka emergency temporary, says minister as opposition fears authoritarianism",9/7/2021,Legal,"“There is also clear public resentment toward traders who hoard and cheat the people,” the minister said.","Sri Lanka emergency temporary, says minister as opposition fears authoritarianism “There is also clear public resentment toward traders who hoard and cheat the people,” the minister said.",negative,-0.974010646
"Sri Lanka to give 2,771 acres of state land for commercial dairy farms",9/7/2021,Agriculture,"Fiver firms to invest Rs8bn and import 4,200 milch cows","Sri Lanka to give 2,771 acres of state land for commercial dairy farms Fiver firms to invest Rs8bn and import 4,200 milch cows",negative,-0.983557999
Considering Coomarasamy,9/7/2021,Arts and Culture,A Sri Lankan Intellectual Who Stood By Some Striking Views,Considering Coomarasamy A Sri Lankan Intellectual Who Stood By Some Striking Views,positive,0.989373505
Sri Lanka banks quote Rs197/203 to the US dollar,9/7/2021,Economy,For small value transactions,Sri Lanka banks quote Rs197/203 to the US dollar For small value transactions,negative,-0.990837216
Sri Lanka to award 106mn rupees in prize money to Paralympics winners,9/7/2021,Sports,August 30 was the first time the island nation won double medals in the same event in the same year.,Sri Lanka to award 106mn rupees in prize money to Paralympics winners August 30 was the first time the island nation won double medals in the same event in the same year.,positive,0.984374225
Speculation rises over Sri Lanka central bank governor post,9/7/2021,Economy,Reports indicated the possibility of Minister Cabraal returning to his old post ,Speculation rises over Sri Lanka central bank governor post Reports indicated the possibility of Minister Cabraal returning to his old post ,negative,-0.977181733
Sri Lanka hikes import duty on onions to Rs40 per kilogram,9/7/2021,Economy,Domestic farmers are harvesting now,Sri Lanka hikes import duty on onions to Rs40 per kilogram Domestic farmers are harvesting now,negative,-0.962930799
"Sri Lanka on dangerous path of Enabling Law with gazette rule, emergency: opposition",9/7/2021,Legal,"Part III, Section 17 provides for the declaration of essential services without emergency rule","Sri Lanka on dangerous path of Enabling Law with gazette rule, emergency: opposition Part III, Section 17 provides for the declaration of essential services without emergency rule",positive,0.651499867
"Sri Lanka should stop printing money, get IMF help; price controls a useless drama: legislator",9/7/2021,Economy,"Your monetary policy has to change, price controls will create blackmarkets","Sri Lanka should stop printing money, get IMF help; price controls a useless drama: legislator Your monetary policy has to change, price controls will create blackmarkets",negative,-0.999556243
SriLankan Airlines to resume direct flights to Paris thrice a week,9/7/2021,Aviation,"""This new service will allow leisure and business travelers alike to travel to and from Paris non-stop"".","SriLankan Airlines to resume direct flights to Paris thrice a week ""This new service will allow leisure and business travelers alike to travel to and from Paris non-stop"".",positive,0.999211431
Philippines lifts COVID-19 travel ban on 10 countries including Sri Lanka,9/6/2021,Health,The country has also introduced a red and yellow travel restriction list as it had only maintained a green list so far.,Philippines lifts COVID-19 travel ban on 10 countries including Sri Lanka The country has also introduced a red and yellow travel restriction list as it had only maintained a green list so far.,negative,-0.970528066
Sri Lanka begins vaccinating 20-29 age category in four districts,9/6/2021,Health,"Vaccination commenced in the Colombo, Gampaha, Galle and Kalutara districts.","Sri Lanka begins vaccinating 20-29 age category in four districts Vaccination commenced in the Colombo, Gampaha, Galle and Kalutara districts.",negative,-0.861810446
"Sri Lanka parliament passes emergency regulations to seize food stocks, warehouses",9/6/2021,Economy,The emergency was passed convincingly with 132 legislators voting for it against 51 ,"Sri Lanka parliament passes emergency regulations to seize food stocks, warehouses The emergency was passed convincingly with 132 legislators voting for it against 51 ",positive,0.990790963
Sri Lanka's stock index fall on profit taking amid foreign outflow,9/6/2021,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka’s main stock index fell 0.95 percent on Monday (06) as investors booked profits,Sri Lanka's stock index fall on profit taking amid foreign outflow Sri Lanka’s main stock index fell 0.95 percent on Monday (06) as investors booked profits,negative,-0.999243736
Sri Lanka's stock index fall on profit taking amid foreign outflow,9/6/2021,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka’s main stock index fell 0.95 percent on Monday (06) as investors booked profits,Sri Lanka's stock index fall on profit taking amid foreign outflow Sri Lanka’s main stock index fell 0.95 percent on Monday (06) as investors booked profits,negative,-0.999243736
Sri Lanka could run out of ink due to money printing: legislator,9/6/2021,Economy,"There is one thing the government has done well, that is to print money","Sri Lanka could run out of ink due to money printing: legislator There is one thing the government has done well, that is to print money",negative,-0.986888468
"Sri Lanka top rice millers profiting Rs50bn a season says minister, amid import substitution",9/6/2021,Economy,"Nadu rice should be sold at 97 rupees, he says","Sri Lanka top rice millers profiting Rs50bn a season says minister, amid import substitution Nadu rice should be sold at 97 rupees, he says",negative,-0.989181101
Sri Lanka’s emergency regulations are to control food mafia: agriculture minister,9/6/2021,Consumer Affairs,“It is not a food shortage but a food mafia. The new emergency regulations are to control this mafia.”,Sri Lanka’s emergency regulations are to control food mafia: agriculture minister “It is not a food shortage but a food mafia. The new emergency regulations are to control this mafia.”,negative,-0.964595079
Sri Lankan pop icon Sunil Perera passes away; tributes pour in,9/6/2021,Arts and Culture,"A man known for his rebellious streak, Perera didn't hesitate to get political in the face of social injustice.","Sri Lankan pop icon Sunil Perera passes away; tributes pour in A man known for his rebellious streak, Perera didn't hesitate to get political in the face of social injustice.",positive,0.997617543
"Sri Lanka rupee 230 to US dollar, de facto 12-month rate hiked above overnight",9/6/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond auctions frozen with hardly any quotes,"Sri Lanka rupee 230 to US dollar, de facto 12-month rate hiked above overnight Bond auctions frozen with hardly any quotes",negative,-0.99648118
Sri Lanka prints Rs40bn after failed Treasury bill auction,9/6/2021,Economy,Overnight injections fall with more term printed money coming in,Sri Lanka prints Rs40bn after failed Treasury bill auction Overnight injections fall with more term printed money coming in,negative,-0.995402813
"Vietnam breaks Covid-19 treatment limits, experimental Molnupiravir at home, Remdesivir in hospital",9/5/2021,Health,"Antiviral drug, corticosteroids and anti-coagulants to be used if arterial blood drops","Vietnam breaks Covid-19 treatment limits, experimental Molnupiravir at home, Remdesivir in hospital Antiviral drug, corticosteroids and anti-coagulants to be used if arterial blood drops",negative,-0.992070615
Sri Lanka to start vaccinating 20-29 year olds from,9/5/2021,Health,"Colombo, Gampaha, Kaluthara and Galle to start from September 06","Sri Lanka to start vaccinating 20-29 year olds from Colombo, Gampaha, Kaluthara and Galle to start from September 06",positive,0.88018018
Sri Lanka blames food shortages and emergency on 'venomous' traders after printing money,9/5/2021,General Economy,Emergency laws can not only confiscate food stocks but also vehicles and warehouses,Sri Lanka blames food shortages and emergency on 'venomous' traders after printing money Emergency laws can not only confiscate food stocks but also vehicles and warehouses,negative,-0.998049855
"Sri Lanka does not need the IMF at the moment, no default: Minister Cabraal",9/4/2021,Economy,We do have a respect for the IMF and work with them in the past as well,"Sri Lanka does not need the IMF at the moment, no default: Minister Cabraal We do have a respect for the IMF and work with them in the past as well",positive,0.99724412
"Agility, being customer-centric key to post-pandemic success, Sri Lanka marketers say",9/4/2021,Business,Customer behavior expected to shift,"Agility, being customer-centric key to post-pandemic success, Sri Lanka marketers say Customer behavior expected to shift",positive,0.593151212
Sri Lanka extends Coronavirus debt moratorium till December 31,9/4/2021,Banking,Capital and interest to be rolled over T-Bill + 1,Sri Lanka extends Coronavirus debt moratorium till December 31 Capital and interest to be rolled over T-Bill + 1,negative,-0.966986299
Sri Lanka stocks edge down from record high; foreigners exit,9/3/2021,Markets,Foreign investors sold a net 1.5 billion worth of shares ,Sri Lanka stocks edge down from record high; foreigners exit Foreign investors sold a net 1.5 billion worth of shares ,negative,-0.983967006
WHO Sri Lanka takes down reports after wrong referral; health minister endorses tweet,9/3/2021,Health,Rambukwella thanked the organisation “for taking swift action to stem the spread of misinformation by certain partiesâ...,WHO Sri Lanka takes down reports after wrong referral; health minister endorses tweet Rambukwella thanked the organisation “for taking swift action to stem the spread of misinformation by certain partiesâ...,positive,0.995590687
Sri Lanka's GMOA questions Army-run Pfizer-BioNTech rollout in Hambantota,9/3/2021,Health,"""There is no rationale behind vaccinating the 20 to 30-year group with Pfizer-BioNTech,"" the doctors said.","Sri Lanka's GMOA questions Army-run Pfizer-BioNTech rollout in Hambantota ""There is no rationale behind vaccinating the 20 to 30-year group with Pfizer-BioNTech,"" the doctors said.",negative,-0.998747468
Sri Lanka extends COVID-19 lockdown to September 13; vaccination to continue,9/3/2021,Health,Sri Lanka has fully vaccinated 8.6 million people or 39.1 percent of the total population as of September 1.,Sri Lanka extends COVID-19 lockdown to September 13; vaccination to continue Sri Lanka has fully vaccinated 8.6 million people or 39.1 percent of the total population as of September 1.,positive,0.715559185
"""IS inspired"" Sri Lankan who stabbed six in Auckland supermarket shot dead",9/3/2021,Terrorism,The man was allegedly inspired by the Islamic State terrorist group.,"""IS inspired"" Sri Lankan who stabbed six in Auckland supermarket shot dead The man was allegedly inspired by the Islamic State terrorist group.",negative,-0.697825253
Sri Lanka foreign minister meets UN rep ahead of UNHRC sessions,9/3/2021,Uncategorized, The UNHRC session is scheduled on September 12.,Sri Lanka foreign minister meets UN rep ahead of UNHRC sessions  The UNHRC session is scheduled on September 12.,positive,0.805428565
Sri Lanka central bank on track to make forex losses as net foreign assets fizzle out,9/3/2021,Economy,Reserve cover for note issue declines to below 1-pct,Sri Lanka central bank on track to make forex losses as net foreign assets fizzle out Reserve cover for note issue declines to below 1-pct,negative,-0.992379546
"Sri Lanka orders banking, transport, petroleum, food, state offices essential services",9/3/2021,Economy,"Ceylon Sugar, Paddy Marketing Board included","Sri Lanka orders banking, transport, petroleum, food, state offices essential services Ceylon Sugar, Paddy Marketing Board included",positive,0.922908485
"Sri Lanka slaps price controls on sugar, rice amid money printing",9/3/2021,Economy,Sugar at Rs122 for bulk Rs125 for packets,"Sri Lanka slaps price controls on sugar, rice amid money printing Sugar at Rs122 for bulk Rs125 for packets",negative,-0.999017239
"Shing Pee Tao, chairman of Sri Lanka's Shing Kwan group unit passes away",9/3/2021,Bonds & Forex,Property tycoon is a naturalized citizen,"Shing Pee Tao, chairman of Sri Lanka's Shing Kwan group unit passes away Property tycoon is a naturalized citizen",positive,0.506017089
Sri Lanka to start vaccinating 20-30-year age group with Sinopharm; booster considered,9/2/2021,Health,Sri Lanka is to vaccine people aged between 20 and 30 years with the expected 12 million Chinese Sinopharm jabs ,Sri Lanka to start vaccinating 20-30-year age group with Sinopharm; booster considered Sri Lanka is to vaccine people aged between 20 and 30 years with the expected 12 million Chinese Sinopharm jabs ,negative,-0.994343042
Sri Lanka's Cardinal refuses to meet foreign minister until govt fulfills conditions,9/2/2021,Politics,“He clearly stated that he will not agree to a meeting until the conditions are fulfilled.”,Sri Lanka's Cardinal refuses to meet foreign minister until govt fulfills conditions “He clearly stated that he will not agree to a meeting until the conditions are fulfilled.”,negative,-0.976540387
"China will help Sri Lanka overcome economic, COVID challenges: Chinese Speaker",9/2/2021,Health,China’s assurance comes as the island nation is struggling to face mounting challenges on epidemic and economic fronts...,"China will help Sri Lanka overcome economic, COVID challenges: Chinese Speaker China’s assurance comes as the island nation is struggling to face mounting challenges on epidemic and economic fronts...",positive,0.996795952
Sri Lanka share index clocks new record high for third straight session,9/2/2021,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka’s main stock index hit a fresh all time high on Thursday (02),Sri Lanka share index clocks new record high for third straight session Sri Lanka’s main stock index hit a fresh all time high on Thursday (02),positive,0.990544438
Sri Lanka limits parliament sessions to two days; emergency law to be debated,9/2/2021,Politics,"Once an emergency law is declared, it has to be approved by the parliament within 14 days.","Sri Lanka limits parliament sessions to two days; emergency law to be debated Once an emergency law is declared, it has to be approved by the parliament within 14 days.",negative,-0.992688954
Sri Lanka 10-year old's parakeet shot flies high in UK Wildlife Photographer Awards,9/2/2021,Arts and Culture,UK's Natural History Museum had conducted the competition for 57 years.,Sri Lanka 10-year old's parakeet shot flies high in UK Wildlife Photographer Awards UK's Natural History Museum had conducted the competition for 57 years.,positive,0.991966486
"Eight million Sri Lankans over 30 years, 39.1 pct of total population fully vaxed",9/2/2021,Health,"Up to 3,982,115 people who received the first dose have yet to receive their second jab.","Eight million Sri Lankans over 30 years, 39.1 pct of total population fully vaxed Up to 3,982,115 people who received the first dose have yet to receive their second jab.",negative,-0.985474944
"Sri Lanka vaccinates almost 40-pct of population, 57-pct get first dose",9/2/2021,Health,Sinopharm had been used to vaccinate 31.2 percent of the population with two doses,"Sri Lanka vaccinates almost 40-pct of population, 57-pct get first dose Sinopharm had been used to vaccinate 31.2 percent of the population with two doses",negative,-0.962106884
"Sri Lanka rupee crosses 230 to dollar, Rs127bn printed overnight to sterilize SRR hike",9/2/2021,Economy,Overnight short reaches Rs205bn,"Sri Lanka rupee crosses 230 to dollar, Rs127bn printed overnight to sterilize SRR hike Overnight short reaches Rs205bn",negative,-0.991447568
"Sri Lanka prints Rs17.6bn after dysfunctional bill, bond auctions; sugar seized",9/2/2021,Bonds & Forex,Price controls on auctions have led to under-selling of bonds,"Sri Lanka prints Rs17.6bn after dysfunctional bill, bond auctions; sugar seized Price controls on auctions have led to under-selling of bonds",negative,-0.995940328
Sri Lanka Freedom Party: Sink or swim?,9/1/2021,Politics,"Asked if this development portends a possible exit from the ruling coalition, he said: “No, that won’t happen.”","Sri Lanka Freedom Party: Sink or swim? Asked if this development portends a possible exit from the ruling coalition, he said: “No, that won’t happen.”",negative,-0.997695386
Sri Lanka seizes sugar stocks through emergency law amid monetary instability,9/1/2021,Economy,"Sugar was seized from Pyamid Wilmar, Global Trading, Wilson Trading Company and R G Stores","Sri Lanka seizes sugar stocks through emergency law amid monetary instability Sugar was seized from Pyamid Wilmar, Global Trading, Wilson Trading Company and R G Stores",negative,-0.987926126
Sri Lanka to update MOU with UK to facilitate employment for marine professionals,9/1/2021,International Relations,The 2007 MOU allows Sri Lankan marine professionals to work in UK flagged vessels.,Sri Lanka to update MOU with UK to facilitate employment for marine professionals The 2007 MOU allows Sri Lankan marine professionals to work in UK flagged vessels.,positive,0.980472147
Sri Lanka fails to sell 63-pct of price controlled bill auction,9/1/2021,Bonds & Forex,Only 40 million in 12-month bills sold,Sri Lanka fails to sell 63-pct of price controlled bill auction Only 40 million in 12-month bills sold,negative,-0.999408484
Sri Lanka stock index touches fresh record high despite SRR hike,9/1/2021,Stocks & Companies,"Sri Lanka’s main stock index the psychological mark of 9,000 in strong turnover","Sri Lanka stock index touches fresh record high despite SRR hike Sri Lanka’s main stock index the psychological mark of 9,000 in strong turnover",positive,0.99581039
"Sri Lanka to allocate 19 bn rupees for orphan, widow, widower pension fund",9/1/2021,Economy,"300,000 million rupees will be borne by the General Treasury as pension benefits for public service officers.","Sri Lanka to allocate 19 bn rupees for orphan, widow, widower pension fund 300,000 million rupees will be borne by the General Treasury as pension benefits for public service officers.",negative,-0.870042682
Sri Lanka food emergency regulations: opposition alleges creeping authoritarianism,9/1/2021,Politics,TNA MP M A Sumanthiran said the move “spells great danger to the country”.,Sri Lanka food emergency regulations: opposition alleges creeping authoritarianism TNA MP M A Sumanthiran said the move “spells great danger to the country”.,negative,-0.995349348
Sri Lanka opp. leader writes to president seeking pardon for imprisoned ex-MP,9/1/2021,Politics,The opposition and SJB leader had previously called for a pardon for the outspoken MP on April 20.,Sri Lanka opp. leader writes to president seeking pardon for imprisoned ex-MP The opposition and SJB leader had previously called for a pardon for the outspoken MP on April 20.,negative,-0.98511076
Sri Lanka should extend lockdown by one or two weeks: COVID control minister,9/1/2021,Health,"The lockdown, which was imposed on August 20, is scheduled to be lifted next Monday (06).","Sri Lanka should extend lockdown by one or two weeks: COVID control minister The lockdown, which was imposed on August 20, is scheduled to be lifted next Monday (06).",negative,-0.986098766
Sri Lanka seeks forex loans amid attempts to boost reserves,9/1/2021,Economy,Proposals in US$50mn equivalent tranches,Sri Lanka seeks forex loans amid attempts to boost reserves Proposals in US$50mn equivalent tranches,negative,-0.996103764
ADB re-elects President Masatsugu Asakawa for second-term,9/1/2021,International Relations,Asakawa served as the Special Advisor to Japan’s Prime Minister Shinzo Abe ,ADB re-elects President Masatsugu Asakawa for second-term Asakawa served as the Special Advisor to Japan’s Prime Minister Shinzo Abe ,negative,-0.523448169
"Sri Lanka's fast spreading leaf disease could wipe out rubber in fertilizer ban, industry warns",9/1/2021,Agriculture,Production drop of 15-20-pct this year,"Sri Lanka's fast spreading leaf disease could wipe out rubber in fertilizer ban, industry warns Production drop of 15-20-pct this year",negative,-0.998214245
Sri Lanka sugar importers caught in CPC-style unhedged forex losses,9/1/2021,Economy,Sugar imported now has to be paid in 180 days,Sri Lanka sugar importers caught in CPC-style unhedged forex losses Sugar imported now has to be paid in 180 days,negative,-0.997695625
"Sri Lanka 2021 budget deficit 4.7-pct of GDP up to June, debt grows faster",9/1/2021,Economy,Growth in net debt is higher than the deficit,"Sri Lanka 2021 budget deficit 4.7-pct of GDP up to June, debt grows faster Growth in net debt is higher than the deficit",negative,-0.9356727
Sri Lanka inflation rises to 6.0-pct in August 2021,9/1/2021,Economy,Food prices up 11.5-pct in the past 12-months,Sri Lanka inflation rises to 6.0-pct in August 2021 Food prices up 11.5-pct in the past 12-months,negative,-0.956925809
"Sri Lanka central bank gets US$150mn swap from Bangladesh, SDR541mn from IMF",9/1/2021,Economy,Total of over a billion US dollars in gross inflows to the central bank in August,"Sri Lanka central bank gets US$150mn swap from Bangladesh, SDR541mn from IMF Total of over a billion US dollars in gross inflows to the central bank in August",negative,-0.982499003
"Sri Lanka to declare protesting teachers, principals “closed service” to end long strike",8/31/2021,Education,The closed service move comes in line a the recommendation by a four-member cabinet subcommittee.,"Sri Lanka to declare protesting teachers, principals “closed service” to end long strike The closed service move comes in line a the recommendation by a four-member cabinet subcommittee.",positive,0.679214597
Sri Lanka stocks hit fresh record high in strong volume,8/31/2021,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka’s main stock index gained 1.16 percent to a fresh record high on Tuesday,Sri Lanka stocks hit fresh record high in strong volume Sri Lanka’s main stock index gained 1.16 percent to a fresh record high on Tuesday,positive,0.999485493
"Sri Lanka rupee falls to 226 to US dollar at banks, CB indicative spot changed to Rs210",8/31/2021,Economy,There is no functioning spot market at the moment,"Sri Lanka rupee falls to 226 to US dollar at banks, CB indicative spot changed to Rs210 There is no functioning spot market at the moment",negative,-0.999142885
Sixty-six Sri Lankans evacuated from Afghanistan; 21 opt to remain,8/31/2021,International Relations,Sri Lanka has also recognized the authority of the Islamic fundamentalist Taliban.,Sixty-six Sri Lankans evacuated from Afghanistan; 21 opt to remain Sri Lanka has also recognized the authority of the Islamic fundamentalist Taliban.,positive,0.603945971
Sri Lanka will decide on IMF based on local and global conditions: Minister,8/31/2021,Economy,No decision yet,Sri Lanka will decide on IMF based on local and global conditions: Minister No decision yet,negative,-0.983509243
Sri Lanka awards coal barge contract to Shreeji Shipping of India,8/31/2021,Logistics,Contract for the period 2021/2022 and 2022/2023,Sri Lanka awards coal barge contract to Shreeji Shipping of India Contract for the period 2021/2022 and 2022/2023,negative,-0.587131619
Sri Lanka to give 66 acres of state land for export aloe vera products,8/31/2021,Business,Says will invest US$783mn,Sri Lanka to give 66 acres of state land for export aloe vera products Says will invest US$783mn,negative,-0.970948637
"Sri Lanka to freeze hiring, halt new projects, target subsidies",8/31/2021,Economy,Revenue crunch amid Coronavirus pandemic,"Sri Lanka to freeze hiring, halt new projects, target subsidies Revenue crunch amid Coronavirus pandemic",negative,-0.998431027
Sri Lanka's Lakdhanavi 'AA+(lka)' rating confirmed with stable outlook,8/31/2021,Bonds & Forex,Material increase in counter party risk could pressure rating ,Sri Lanka's Lakdhanavi 'AA+(lka)' rating confirmed with stable outlook Material increase in counter party risk could pressure rating ,positive,0.708863676
"Sri Lanka issues emergency food regulations as prices go up, rupee weakens",8/30/2021,Economy,Major General appointed to co-ordinate food distribution,"Sri Lanka issues emergency food regulations as prices go up, rupee weakens Major General appointed to co-ordinate food distribution",negative,-0.999118745
Sri Lanka may give third COVID-19 shot if necessary by end-2021: official,8/30/2021,Health,Officials have been advised to be prepared for the rollout of a booster shot by the end of the year.,Sri Lanka may give third COVID-19 shot if necessary by end-2021: official Officials have been advised to be prepared for the rollout of a booster shot by the end of the year.,negative,-0.985221803
Sri Lanka’s stock index retreats after hitting record on technical glitch amid high turnover,8/30/2021,Markets,"CSE clocked record high throughout last week with the main index breaching 9,000 benchmark. ","Sri Lanka’s stock index retreats after hitting record on technical glitch amid high turnover CSE clocked record high throughout last week with the main index breaching 9,000 benchmark. ",negative,-0.999472558
"Sri Lanka receives 124,000 more doses of Pfizer-BioNTech; over 300K jabbed",8/30/2021,Health,"Health authorities have administrated the first dose of the Pfizer to 306,374 while the second has been given to 183,532","Sri Lanka receives 124,000 more doses of Pfizer-BioNTech; over 300K jabbed Health authorities have administrated the first dose of the Pfizer to 306,374 while the second has been given to 183,532",negative,-0.990570784
Sri Lanka to get 15K second doses of Sputnik V; nearly 140K still waiting,8/30/2021,Health,The Russian COVID-19 vaccine is unique in that it the two doses carry different formulae.,Sri Lanka to get 15K second doses of Sputnik V; nearly 140K still waiting The Russian COVID-19 vaccine is unique in that it the two doses carry different formulae.,positive,0.991998971
Sri Lanka wins second Paralympics medal in one day for javelin throw,8/30/2021,Sports,This is the first time Sri Lanka has won double medals in the same event in the same year.,Sri Lanka wins second Paralympics medal in one day for javelin throw This is the first time Sri Lanka has won double medals in the same event in the same year.,positive,0.998363912
Sri Lanka fails to sell 92-pct of bond auction,8/30/2021,Bonds & Forex,A total of 4.0 billion in bonds sold,Sri Lanka fails to sell 92-pct of bond auction A total of 4.0 billion in bonds sold,negative,-0.999322176
Sri Lanka rupee falls to 222/223 to US dollar at most banks,8/30/2021,Bonds & Forex,The central bank provides limited convertibility,Sri Lanka rupee falls to 222/223 to US dollar at most banks The central bank provides limited convertibility,negative,-0.991995096
Sri Lanka geologists investigating increase in tremors: official,8/30/2021,Environment,"""Some tremors can be attributed to incidents such as blasts, but no such incident was reported in the area.""","Sri Lanka geologists investigating increase in tremors: official ""Some tremors can be attributed to incidents such as blasts, but no such incident was reported in the area.""",negative,-0.964826405
Sri Lanka's LOLC enters Tajikistan taking over micro-lender,8/30/2021,Economy,Takes over micro-lenders in Africa,Sri Lanka's LOLC enters Tajikistan taking over micro-lender Takes over micro-lenders in Africa,negative,-0.925453126
"Sri Lanka javelin thrower strikes gold, sets world record at 2020 Paralympics",8/30/2021,Sports,This is Sri Lanka’s first ever gold medal at a Paralympics event.,"Sri Lanka javelin thrower strikes gold, sets world record at 2020 Paralympics This is Sri Lanka’s first ever gold medal at a Paralympics event.",positive,0.999439776
"Sri Lanka bond auction bids mired in uncertainty after 2 and 4 year de facto policy rate hikes, SRR",8/30/2021,Bonds & Forex,This week an SRR hike is expected to absorb liquidity from any failed auction,"Sri Lanka bond auction bids mired in uncertainty after 2 and 4 year de facto policy rate hikes, SRR This week an SRR hike is expected to absorb liquidity from any failed auction",negative,-0.995805025
"Sri Lanka bank loans grow in July, CB credit soars in reserve appropriations",8/30/2021,Banking,CB credit grown 318 billion rupees in July in record forex reserve losses,"Sri Lanka bank loans grow in July, CB credit soars in reserve appropriations CB credit grown 318 billion rupees in July in record forex reserve losses",negative,-0.979432225
"Sri Lanka seeks Iran, UAE oil credits to drive external current deficits amid money printing",8/29/2021,Energy,CPC borrowing dollars when money printing triggers forex shortages is one of several cascading policy errors,"Sri Lanka seeks Iran, UAE oil credits to drive external current deficits amid money printing CPC borrowing dollars when money printing triggers forex shortages is one of several cascading policy errors",negative,-0.999040306
Sri Lanka state salaries outpace tax gain up to April 2021,8/29/2021,Economy,But the salary and pension bill rose by 27.7 billion rupees to 361.3 billion rupees easily outpacing the increase,Sri Lanka state salaries outpace tax gain up to April 2021 But the salary and pension bill rose by 27.7 billion rupees to 361.3 billion rupees easily outpacing the increase,negative,-0.962421715
Sri Lanka's EB Creasy rated [SL]BBB by ICRA Lanka,8/29/2021,Bonds & Forex,Borrowings skewed to the short term,Sri Lanka's EB Creasy rated [SL]BBB by ICRA Lanka Borrowings skewed to the short term,negative,-0.998669624
"Moody's downgrades Maldives to Caa1, despite tourism recovery",8/29/2021,South Asia,Debt consolidation will be slow due to expansionary projects,"Moody's downgrades Maldives to Caa1, despite tourism recovery Debt consolidation will be slow due to expansionary projects",negative,-0.995542228
Sri Lanka researchers probing whether mutant Corona will evolve into a Super Delta,8/28/2021,Health,There is a possibility that this mutation has caused the variant to become a super delta variant ,Sri Lanka researchers probing whether mutant Corona will evolve into a Super Delta There is a possibility that this mutation has caused the variant to become a super delta variant ,negative,-0.99494487
"Sri Lanka to give digital nomad visas up to 270 days, US$500 fine for overstaying",8/28/2021,Business,Tourists could apply for a 30 to 90 day visa and also an extensions up to 180 days and 270 days.,"Sri Lanka to give digital nomad visas up to 270 days, US$500 fine for overstaying Tourists could apply for a 30 to 90 day visa and also an extensions up to 180 days and 270 days.",negative,-0.990189373
Sri Lanka international  trade role in Advocata forum as monetary instability drive import controls,8/28/2021,Economy,LIVE-streamed on the 30th of August from  1600h onwards,Sri Lanka international  trade role in Advocata forum as monetary instability drive import controls LIVE-streamed on the 30th of August from  1600h onwards,positive,0.83404696
Sri Lanka trade minister positive for COVID-19; attended high profile govt meeting,8/28/2021,Health,Gunawardena requested government officials and others who had interacted with him to self-isolate.,Sri Lanka trade minister positive for COVID-19; attended high profile govt meeting Gunawardena requested government officials and others who had interacted with him to self-isolate.,negative,-0.931171477
Sri Lanka’s Kelani Tyres profits up 114-pct amid import controls,8/28/2021,Business,Tyre volumes double,Sri Lanka’s Kelani Tyres profits up 114-pct amid import controls Tyre volumes double,negative,-0.950416744
Sri Lanka stock index clocks all-time high for fifth straight day; Expo announces US deal,8/27/2021,Markets,“High share price does not necessarily mean the stock is value for that price.”,Sri Lanka stock index clocks all-time high for fifth straight day; Expo announces US deal “High share price does not necessarily mean the stock is value for that price.”,negative,-0.992552936
Sri Lanka confirms record 214 COVID-19 deaths; highest daily toll yet,8/27/2021,Health,Weekly COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka have increased by 40 percent this week.,Sri Lanka confirms record 214 COVID-19 deaths; highest daily toll yet Weekly COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka have increased by 40 percent this week.,negative,-0.792736888
Sri Lanka’s Expolanka buys US-based IDEA Logistics for $9.7mn,8/27/2021,Logistics,IDEA has logistics operations in South America,Sri Lanka’s Expolanka buys US-based IDEA Logistics for $9.7mn IDEA has logistics operations in South America,negative,-0.989475489
"Extend lockdown to Oct 2 to save 10,000 lives at 2.2 pct GDP: experts convened by WHO Sri Lanka",8/27/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka did extend the ongoing quarantine curfew on Friday (27) but only until September 6.,"Extend lockdown to Oct 2 to save 10,000 lives at 2.2 pct GDP: experts convened by WHO Sri Lanka Sri Lanka did extend the ongoing quarantine curfew on Friday (27) but only until September 6.",negative,-0.943864584
Sri Lanka CCC+ sovereign rating outlook downgraded to negative by S&P as reserves fall,8/27/2021,Economy,Liquidity from failed rupee bond auctions have been driving forex reserves down,Sri Lanka CCC+ sovereign rating outlook downgraded to negative by S&P as reserves fall Liquidity from failed rupee bond auctions have been driving forex reserves down,negative,-0.999509454
Sri Lanka extends COVID-19 lockdown to September 6,8/27/2021,Health,"Weekly COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka have increased by 40 percent this week, a WHO report said.","Sri Lanka extends COVID-19 lockdown to September 6 Weekly COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka have increased by 40 percent this week, a WHO report said.",negative,-0.77023977
"Sri Lanka farmers expect crop drop from fertilizer ban, want time for organic move :study",8/27/2021,Agriculture,About 28 percent of farmers who had reduced fertilizer use this season said the crop had fallen by 40 percent,"Sri Lanka farmers expect crop drop from fertilizer ban, want time for organic move :study About 28 percent of farmers who had reduced fertilizer use this season said the crop had fallen by 40 percent",negative,-0.999415278
"Too late for Sri Lanka currency board, tool to control central bankers, politicians: Wijewardena",8/27/2021,Economy,Because the currency board will introduce discipline to political leaders as well as those in the central bank,"Too late for Sri Lanka currency board, tool to control central bankers, politicians: Wijewardena Because the currency board will introduce discipline to political leaders as well as those in the central bank",negative,-0.975890577
Sri Lanka foreign minister seeks Korean language boost for closer links,8/27/2021,Economy,Korea is a key market for migrant Sri Lankan workers who want to earn a higher income,Sri Lanka foreign minister seeks Korean language boost for closer links Korea is a key market for migrant Sri Lankan workers who want to earn a higher income,negative,-0.97071135
"Record 209 COVID-19 deaths in Sri Lanka, taking death toll to 8,157",8/26/2021,Health,"Authorities also confirmed 4,602 new infections for Thursday (26), bringing total cases in Sri Lanka to 412,370.","Record 209 COVID-19 deaths in Sri Lanka, taking death toll to 8,157 Authorities also confirmed 4,602 new infections for Thursday (26), bringing total cases in Sri Lanka to 412,370.",negative,-0.66092664
"Weekly COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka increase by 40 percent, says WHO",8/26/2021,Health,The rise in cases made Sri Lanka one of three exceptions in South East Asia which has shown a 16 percent decrease.,"Weekly COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka increase by 40 percent, says WHO The rise in cases made Sri Lanka one of three exceptions in South East Asia which has shown a 16 percent decrease.",negative,-0.871769786
Vijendran Watson appointed Chairman of Sri Lanka based BoardPAC,8/26/2021,People,Vijendran Watson is the founding director of Mobitel and managing director of Lanka Bell,Vijendran Watson appointed Chairman of Sri Lanka based BoardPAC Vijendran Watson is the founding director of Mobitel and managing director of Lanka Bell,positive,0.992875457
Sri Lanka share index end at fresh record high; Expolanka leads,8/26/2021,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka’s main stock index gained 1.87 percent recording an all-time high on Thursday (26),Sri Lanka share index end at fresh record high; Expolanka leads Sri Lanka’s main stock index gained 1.87 percent recording an all-time high on Thursday (26),positive,0.998206139
Sri Lanka resumes repo auctions in minor tightening of policy,8/26/2021,Economy,The resumption of repo auctions is a further tightening of policy,Sri Lanka resumes repo auctions in minor tightening of policy The resumption of repo auctions is a further tightening of policy,negative,-0.927407622
"Sri Lanka rupee at 222 to dollar, market sees sporadic interventions",8/26/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond markets inactive,"Sri Lanka rupee at 222 to dollar, market sees sporadic interventions Bond markets inactive",negative,-0.997345865
"Vaccines work, but higher infection risk in over-50s who got Sinopharm vs Pfizer: Bahrain study",8/26/2021,Health,Sinopharm is the most widely used COVID-19 vaccine in countries like Bahrain and Sri Lanka.,"Vaccines work, but higher infection risk in over-50s who got Sinopharm vs Pfizer: Bahrain study Sinopharm is the most widely used COVID-19 vaccine in countries like Bahrain and Sri Lanka.",positive,0.939294994
"Sri Lanka fertilizer ban too sudden, fraught with uncertainty, farmers unprepared",8/26/2021,Agriculture,A noble cause that needs to be strategised and implemented step by step,"Sri Lanka fertilizer ban too sudden, fraught with uncertainty, farmers unprepared A noble cause that needs to be strategised and implemented step by step",negative,-0.997668326
"World Bank funds Sri Lanka Coronavirus vaccines, ICUs, test kits, lockdown cash",8/26/2021,Economy,"5 million Pfizer vaccines on the way, ICUs, HDUs being built","World Bank funds Sri Lanka Coronavirus vaccines, ICUs, test kits, lockdown cash 5 million Pfizer vaccines on the way, ICUs, HDUs being built",negative,-0.968225479
Bangladesh BB- rating confirmed by Standard and Poor's,8/26/2021,Economy,We may lower the ratings if fiscal and external debt metrics weaken further,Bangladesh BB- rating confirmed by Standard and Poor's We may lower the ratings if fiscal and external debt metrics weaken further,negative,-0.999028206
Mangala Samaraweera: a true patriot,8/26/2021,Culture, He was committed to building institutions in Sri Lanka that would outlast governments,Mangala Samaraweera: a true patriot  He was committed to building institutions in Sri Lanka that would outlast governments,positive,0.999676824
Sri Lanka state workers ask to lift lockdown over salary cut fears,8/26/2021,Economy,Private sector real salaries had already fallen in 2020,Sri Lanka state workers ask to lift lockdown over salary cut fears Private sector real salaries had already fallen in 2020,negative,-0.988852084
Sri Lanka stocks rise to record high for third straight day on high turnover,8/25/2021,Stocks & Companies,"Sri Lanka’s main stock index gained 1.02 percent on Wednesday crossing the 8,900 psychological benchmark","Sri Lanka stocks rise to record high for third straight day on high turnover Sri Lanka’s main stock index gained 1.02 percent on Wednesday crossing the 8,900 psychological benchmark",positive,0.985995471
"Sri Lanka rupee at 222 to dollar for importers, lower rates for small transfers",8/25/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields up, longer tenors illiquid","Sri Lanka rupee at 222 to dollar for importers, lower rates for small transfers Bond yields up, longer tenors illiquid",negative,-0.99402833
Sri Lanka president appoints expert panel to advise on anti-terror law,8/25/2021,Human Rights,The move also comes ahead of September’s United Nations Human Right Council (UNHRC).,Sri Lanka president appoints expert panel to advise on anti-terror law The move also comes ahead of September’s United Nations Human Right Council (UNHRC).,positive,0.998671532
"Sri Lanka ramps up mobile vax, plans to jab 18 t0 29-year-olds from mid September",8/25/2021,Health,"So far, 55 percent of the total population has received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine,","Sri Lanka ramps up mobile vax, plans to jab 18 t0 29-year-olds from mid September So far, 55 percent of the total population has received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine,",negative,-0.983334243
Sri Lanka fails to sell 33-pct of Treasuries with overnight rate hiked before 12-month ceiling,8/25/2021,Bonds & Forex,"The 12-month ceiling was raised by 5.93 percent, but overnight rate was raised earlier","Sri Lanka fails to sell 33-pct of Treasuries with overnight rate hiked before 12-month ceiling The 12-month ceiling was raised by 5.93 percent, but overnight rate was raised earlier",negative,-0.99654901
"COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka surge past 400,000",8/25/2021,Health,Only about six million Sri Lankans are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.,"COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka surge past 400,000 Only about six million Sri Lankans are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.",negative,-0.981877565
Loss to us all in Sri Lanka: Mangala’s passing,8/25/2021,Culture,"I grieve not for him, but for us left behind. ","Loss to us all in Sri Lanka: Mangala’s passing I grieve not for him, but for us left behind. ",negative,-0.987090826
"Sri Lanka Army gets 300,000 vaccines from Chinese military",8/25/2021,Health,Of the 56 percent that had got one dose 43.91 percent was Sinopharm,"Sri Lanka Army gets 300,000 vaccines from Chinese military Of the 56 percent that had got one dose 43.91 percent was Sinopharm",negative,-0.982567132
"Mangala Samaraweera, Sri Lanka ex-minister who unusually stood by principles",8/25/2021,Culture, Many of the dreams I dreamt for my country still are unfulfilled,"Mangala Samaraweera, Sri Lanka ex-minister who unusually stood by principles  Many of the dreams I dreamt for my country still are unfulfilled",negative,-0.997066319
"Sri Lanka re-building reserves as predicted with IMF allocation, China loan: Minister Cabraal",8/25/2021,Economy,Discussions ongoing on non-debt inflows,"Sri Lanka re-building reserves as predicted with IMF allocation, China loan: Minister Cabraal Discussions ongoing on non-debt inflows",negative,-0.935448706
"Sri Lanka bond yields up, no bids for first repo auction in 17-months",8/25/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond investors taking stock,"Sri Lanka bond yields up, no bids for first repo auction in 17-months Bond investors taking stock",negative,-0.907682478
Sri Lanka central bank orders 5.0-pct ceiling on foreign currency deposits,8/25/2021,Banking,Special deposit accounts can pay a premium,Sri Lanka central bank orders 5.0-pct ceiling on foreign currency deposits Special deposit accounts can pay a premium,negative,-0.964666188
Amid sex slavery claims Pakistan envoy tells Sri Lanka: Taliban pledged to protect women's rights,8/25/2021,Economy,Women already being told not to report to work,Amid sex slavery claims Pakistan envoy tells Sri Lanka: Taliban pledged to protect women's rights Women already being told not to report to work,negative,-0.968708217
"Sri Lanka allocates 3.8 bn for organic fertilizer purchase, set to import nutrients ",8/24/2021,Agriculture,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s government has completely banned the use of chemical fertilizers.,"Sri Lanka allocates 3.8 bn for organic fertilizer purchase, set to import nutrients  President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s government has completely banned the use of chemical fertilizers.",negative,-0.989433348
"Sri Lanka rupee falls to 221 to US dollar, margins widen with no price transparency",8/24/2021,Bonds & Forex,Kerb market rate touches 232 before lockdown,"Sri Lanka rupee falls to 221 to US dollar, margins widen with no price transparency Kerb market rate touches 232 before lockdown",negative,-0.99584645
Sri Lanka share hits record as interest rates move slowly,8/24/2021,Markets,"ASPI crossed the 8,700 benchmark setting a new record","Sri Lanka share hits record as interest rates move slowly ASPI crossed the 8,700 benchmark setting a new record",positive,0.900096536
Sri Lanka acquires one million more doses of Sinopharm,8/24/2021,Health,"Another two million doses of the Chinese vaccine is scheduled to arrive on Saturday (28), the SPC said.","Sri Lanka acquires one million more doses of Sinopharm Another two million doses of the Chinese vaccine is scheduled to arrive on Saturday (28), the SPC said.",negative,-0.970857203
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths; 91-pct not vaccinated, 77-pct above 60 years",8/24/2021,Health,8 percent had one dose,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths; 91-pct not vaccinated, 77-pct above 60 years 8 percent had one dose",negative,-0.996009946
Sri Lanka former finance minister Mangala Samaraweera passes away,8/24/2021,Health,Samaraweera contracted the virus earlier this month and was receiving intensive care unit (ICU) treatment.,Sri Lanka former finance minister Mangala Samaraweera passes away Samaraweera contracted the virus earlier this month and was receiving intensive care unit (ICU) treatment.,negative,-0.989607513
"Pakistan donates 75 ventilators, 150 CPAP machines to Sri Lanka Covid hospitals",8/24/2021,Environment,Pakistan wants to jointly address the pandemic will regional countries,"Pakistan donates 75 ventilators, 150 CPAP machines to Sri Lanka Covid hospitals Pakistan wants to jointly address the pandemic will regional countries",positive,0.510972977
Sri Lanka allocates 3.8 bln rupees for organic fertilizer,8/24/2021,Agriculture,The government also will be importing some components of essential nutrients to go with organic fertilizers.,Sri Lanka allocates 3.8 bln rupees for organic fertilizer The government also will be importing some components of essential nutrients to go with organic fertilizers.,negative,-0.948138714
Sri Lanka to give 3-month digital nomad visas for US$85,8/24/2021,Business,SAARC citizens to get visas for US$70,Sri Lanka to give 3-month digital nomad visas for US$85 SAARC citizens to get visas for US$70,negative,-0.988357246
"Sri Lanka to import 300,000 litres of oxygen a week",8/24/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka thanks India for sending 140 tonnes of oxygen quickly,"Sri Lanka to import 300,000 litres of oxygen a week Sri Lanka thanks India for sending 140 tonnes of oxygen quickly",positive,0.997365296
"Sri Lanka Covid-19 data errors due to rising case load, test reconciliation officials say",8/24/2021,Economy,Wider use of rapid antigen tests also may contribute,"Sri Lanka Covid-19 data errors due to rising case load, test reconciliation officials say Wider use of rapid antigen tests also may contribute",negative,-0.997917235
"Sri Lanka inflation rises to 6.8-pct in July 21 amid MMT, currency fall",8/24/2021,Economy,Inflation above 6.0-pct for three months,"Sri Lanka inflation rises to 6.8-pct in July 21 amid MMT, currency fall Inflation above 6.0-pct for three months",negative,-0.991269708
India Navy delivers 100 tonnes of oxygen to Sri Lanka,8/24/2021,Defence,More shipments planned,India Navy delivers 100 tonnes of oxygen to Sri Lanka More shipments planned,positive,0.937023997
"Sri Lanka new foreign minister pushes trade, investment with foreign envoys",8/23/2021,Economy,Requests China for oxygen,"Sri Lanka new foreign minister pushes trade, investment with foreign envoys Requests China for oxygen",negative,-0.752860904
"IMF allocates new SDR tranche, Sri Lanka to get US$800mn equivalent",8/23/2021,Economy,The IMF is also warning members not to use the SDR allocation to delay reforms.,"IMF allocates new SDR tranche, Sri Lanka to get US$800mn equivalent The IMF is also warning members not to use the SDR allocation to delay reforms.",negative,-0.998044014
Sri Lanka stock index hit record high despite rising rates,8/23/2021,Markets,The day’s turnover was 10.8 billion rupees,Sri Lanka stock index hit record high despite rising rates The day’s turnover was 10.8 billion rupees,negative,-0.96493715
Sri Lanka obligated to respect rights of Afghan asylum seekers: main opposition SJB,8/23/2021,International Relations,"It specifically calls upon the government to respect the obligation of non-refoulement.""","Sri Lanka obligated to respect rights of Afghan asylum seekers: main opposition SJB It specifically calls upon the government to respect the obligation of non-refoulement.""",negative,-0.709351242
Prison doctor claims Sri Lanka MP Rishad Bathuideen threatened his life,8/23/2021,Crime,"Both the prisons department and the police will independently investigate the incident, said Ekanayake.","Prison doctor claims Sri Lanka MP Rishad Bathuideen threatened his life Both the prisons department and the police will independently investigate the incident, said Ekanayake.",negative,-0.994466722
Vietnam deploys military to support lockdown in Ho Chi Minh City as deaths climb,8/23/2021,Vietnam News,"On August 23,  11,208 new confirmations and 737 deaths were announced","Vietnam deploys military to support lockdown in Ho Chi Minh City as deaths climb On August 23,  11,208 new confirmations and 737 deaths were announced",negative,-0.964605093
Sri Lanka ruling party sees conspiracy in internal calls for lockdown,8/23/2021,Health,"“Perhaps some believe they too can do something similar to how the Taliban took over after the Americans left Kabul.""","Sri Lanka ruling party sees conspiracy in internal calls for lockdown “Perhaps some believe they too can do something similar to how the Taliban took over after the Americans left Kabul.""",negative,-0.992678165
"Sri Lanka Foreign Minister, EU envoy discuss GSP Plus action, Covid co-operation",8/23/2021,Economy,Matters related to cooperation in the fishery sector were also discussed,"Sri Lanka Foreign Minister, EU envoy discuss GSP Plus action, Covid co-operation Matters related to cooperation in the fishery sector were also discussed",positive,0.99474901
"Sri Lanka rate hike beginning of long journey, IMF may be inevitable: Wijewardene",8/23/2021,Economy,With IMF or without IMF we cannot continue with this loose monetary policy anymore ,"Sri Lanka rate hike beginning of long journey, IMF may be inevitable: Wijewardene With IMF or without IMF we cannot continue with this loose monetary policy anymore ",negative,-0.993858159
More Pfizer arrives in Sri Lanka; vaccine rollout continues amid lockdown,8/23/2021,Health,"Another one million doses of the Sinopharm jab are expected to arrive on Tuesday (24), officials said.","More Pfizer arrives in Sri Lanka; vaccine rollout continues amid lockdown Another one million doses of the Sinopharm jab are expected to arrive on Tuesday (24), officials said.",negative,-0.985162079
Sri Lanka raises de facto 12-month policy rate 55bp to 5.93-pct after overnight hike,8/23/2021,Economy,Still below the overnight injection rate,Sri Lanka raises de facto 12-month policy rate 55bp to 5.93-pct after overnight hike Still below the overnight injection rate,negative,-0.974282682
Sri Lanka plans lentil credit line as money printing drive forex shortages,8/23/2021,Economy,Credit for large import items,Sri Lanka plans lentil credit line as money printing drive forex shortages Credit for large import items,negative,-0.995028436
"Sri Lanka decrees 4-hour work day, 2-year maternity leave for elephants",8/22/2021,Legal,Two-year maternity leave for cow elephants,"Sri Lanka decrees 4-hour work day, 2-year maternity leave for elephants Two-year maternity leave for cow elephants",negative,-0.942109704
Sri Lanka sovereign bonds trebled to US$15bn over 5-years,8/22/2021,Economy,Nearly 7 billion dollars were raised during a period 15 months from April 2018 to May 2019,Sri Lanka sovereign bonds trebled to US$15bn over 5-years Nearly 7 billion dollars were raised during a period 15 months from April 2018 to May 2019,negative,-0.97547102
"Sri Lanka apparel firms build care centres, 50-pct of workers vaccinated with two doses",8/22/2021,Apparel,"Apparel sector had helped build 11 Covid-10 care centres where 4,500 beds are available for workers","Sri Lanka apparel firms build care centres, 50-pct of workers vaccinated with two doses Apparel sector had helped build 11 Covid-10 care centres where 4,500 beds are available for workers",positive,0.736806393
Sri Lanka prints Rs29bn a day after monetary 'tightening',8/22/2021,Economy,The de facto rate was set before the policy rate,Sri Lanka prints Rs29bn a day after monetary 'tightening' The de facto rate was set before the policy rate,negative,-0.992372811
"Sri Lanka recognizes Taliban authority in Kabul, accepts ‘amnesty’",8/21/2021,Political News,"46 Sri Lankans have been evacuated, another 20 are being taken out on Saturday while the balance 20 have opted to stay","Sri Lanka recognizes Taliban authority in Kabul, accepts ‘amnesty’ 46 Sri Lankans have been evacuated, another 20 are being taken out on Saturday while the balance 20 have opted to stay",negative,-0.965489149
Sri Lanka hikes drug controlled prices amid money printing,8/21/2021,Economy,Last increase given when the rupee was 196 Health Minister says,Sri Lanka hikes drug controlled prices amid money printing Last increase given when the rupee was 196 Health Minister says,negative,-0.986319184
Sri Lanka bans 'drunk driving' of elephants,8/21/2021,Legal,Captive elephants to get ID cards,Sri Lanka bans 'drunk driving' of elephants Captive elephants to get ID cards,negative,-0.969172418
Sri Lanka credit cards can be used for foreign personal purchases not business: CB,8/21/2021,Banking,No new forex regulations on credit cards,Sri Lanka credit cards can be used for foreign personal purchases not business: CB No new forex regulations on credit cards,negative,-0.98301965
"China's 'capitalism' came in tiny steps, expert tells Sri Lanka forum",8/21/2021,Economy,"When China started reforms, it lacked technology and basic knowledge about market system: Ning Wang","China's 'capitalism' came in tiny steps, expert tells Sri Lanka forum When China started reforms, it lacked technology and basic knowledge about market system: Ning Wang",negative,-0.99910897
"Under pressure, Sri Lanka takes baby steps to address international rights concerns",8/21/2021,Human Rights, UN Human Right Council (UNHRC) session in September,"Under pressure, Sri Lanka takes baby steps to address international rights concerns  UN Human Right Council (UNHRC) session in September",negative,-0.729714334
"More sacrifices ahead if lockdown drags, cautions Sri Lanka president",8/21/2021,Health,Rajapaksa called on the public to work together as a team to defeat COVID-19.,"More sacrifices ahead if lockdown drags, cautions Sri Lanka president Rajapaksa called on the public to work together as a team to defeat COVID-19.",negative,-0.976805151
"Sri Lanka stocks down on lockdown, rates worries",8/20/2021,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lank stock fell 0.55 percent on Friday as the government’s announcement for an Island wide curfew ,"Sri Lanka stocks down on lockdown, rates worries Sri Lank stock fell 0.55 percent on Friday as the government’s announcement for an Island wide curfew ",negative,-0.999289513
India sends 280 tonnes of oxygen to Sri Lanka,8/20/2021,Economy,At total of 280 tonnes of liquid medical oxygen to reach the island,India sends 280 tonnes of oxygen to Sri Lanka At total of 280 tonnes of liquid medical oxygen to reach the island,positive,0.707004249
"Delta strain: Fully vaxxed people 65% less likely to infect others, says Sri Lanka researcher",8/20/2021,Health,"This leaves almost two days for infected people to shed viral RNA before they show any symptoms,","Delta strain: Fully vaxxed people 65% less likely to infect others, says Sri Lanka researcher This leaves almost two days for infected people to shed viral RNA before they show any symptoms,",negative,-0.99882549
Sri Lanka exports rebound to top US$1bn in July 2021,8/20/2021,Economy,Exports up despite third wave Coronavirus,Sri Lanka exports rebound to top US$1bn in July 2021 Exports up despite third wave Coronavirus,positive,0.503431976
Sri Lanka to go into 10-day lockdown as COVID-19 surges,8/20/2021,Health,President Rajapaksa is expected to address the nation Friday night.,Sri Lanka to go into 10-day lockdown as COVID-19 surges President Rajapaksa is expected to address the nation Friday night.,negative,-0.891074359
"Panic buying of petrol, diesel in Sri Lanka as money printing drives forex shortages",8/20/2021,Economy,Long queues for diesel and petrol ,"Panic buying of petrol, diesel in Sri Lanka as money printing drives forex shortages Long queues for diesel and petrol ",negative,-0.997038007
Sri Lanka central bank still not decided on possible Zimbabwe-style parastatal facility,8/20/2021,Economy,Cabinet had decreed 4-pct loans for government and semi-government agencies,Sri Lanka central bank still not decided on possible Zimbabwe-style parastatal facility Cabinet had decreed 4-pct loans for government and semi-government agencies,negative,-0.997240663
Sri Lanka Central Bank helping clear containers stuck at port without forex: Governor,8/20/2021,Economy,It is not the best method,Sri Lanka Central Bank helping clear containers stuck at port without forex: Governor It is not the best method,negative,-0.999707282
Sri Lanka confirms highest daily COVID-19 deaths yet; lockdown calls grow louder,8/19/2021,Health,"Active cases have surged past 48,000, overwhelming and exhausting the country’s health sector.","Sri Lanka confirms highest daily COVID-19 deaths yet; lockdown calls grow louder Active cases have surged past 48,000, overwhelming and exhausting the country’s health sector.",negative,-0.997952461
Sri Lanka stocks fall after central bank’s hawkish policy stance,8/19/2021,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lank stock fell 0.99 percent on Thursday after the country’s central bank reversed its monetary policy stance,Sri Lanka stocks fall after central bank’s hawkish policy stance Sri Lank stock fell 0.99 percent on Thursday after the country’s central bank reversed its monetary policy stance,negative,-0.999512076
"Sri Lanka 'official' exchange rate unchanged CB Governor says, amid parallel prices",8/19/2021,Economy,Parallel exchange rates around 230 or higher,"Sri Lanka 'official' exchange rate unchanged CB Governor says, amid parallel prices Parallel exchange rates around 230 or higher",negative,-0.993559361
Sri Lanka bakery owners to increase price of baked goods to reflect rising costs,8/19/2021,Business,Bakers in Sri Lanka have been complaining of a price hike in ingredients that go into baked goods.,Sri Lanka bakery owners to increase price of baked goods to reflect rising costs Bakers in Sri Lanka have been complaining of a price hike in ingredients that go into baked goods.,negative,-0.988466978
Sri Lanka to keep Treasury auction ceiling yields: CB Governor,8/19/2021,Economy,Small increases have been seen weekly,Sri Lanka to keep Treasury auction ceiling yields: CB Governor Small increases have been seen weekly,negative,-0.94660604
Sri Lanka expects US$200mn Bangladesh swap in tranches from this week,8/19/2021,Economy,Money to come in three tranches,Sri Lanka expects US$200mn Bangladesh swap in tranches from this week Money to come in three tranches,negative,-0.994944155
Sri Lanka Telecom to add seven free education channels to PEO TV: cabinet office,8/19/2021,Education,The cabinet statement said these educational programmes may be extended up to 20.,Sri Lanka Telecom to add seven free education channels to PEO TV: cabinet office The cabinet statement said these educational programmes may be extended up to 20.,negative,-0.972955346
Kuwait to resume direct flights to five countries including Sri Lanka,8/19/2021,Uncategorized,But inbound passengers will only be allowed entry only if they are inoculated with a vaccine approved by the Kuwait govt,Kuwait to resume direct flights to five countries including Sri Lanka But inbound passengers will only be allowed entry only if they are inoculated with a vaccine approved by the Kuwait govt,negative,-0.975857973
Sri Lanka former PM cautions against recognising new Taliban govt,8/19/2021,International Relations,Wickremesinghe said the world which is already facing a pandemic now has a new threat to contend with.,Sri Lanka former PM cautions against recognising new Taliban govt Wickremesinghe said the world which is already facing a pandemic now has a new threat to contend with.,negative,-0.982660115
Sri Lanka to put ceilings on exporter dollar deposit rates,8/19/2021,Economy,To reduce incentive to hold dollars,Sri Lanka to put ceilings on exporter dollar deposit rates To reduce incentive to hold dollars,negative,-0.993483841
"Sri Lanka College of Psychiatrists says homosexuality no illness, calls for decriminalisation",8/19/2021,Human Rights,"""We do not endorse the view that homosexuality is due to a disease of the mind or body.""","Sri Lanka College of Psychiatrists says homosexuality no illness, calls for decriminalisation ""We do not endorse the view that homosexuality is due to a disease of the mind or body.""",positive,0.862834811
Sri Lanka launches phone/text-based system to direct COVID-19 patients to treatment,8/19/2021,Health,The task force said new patients must send their health details via SMS to 1904.,Sri Lanka launches phone/text-based system to direct COVID-19 patients to treatment The task force said new patients must send their health details via SMS to 1904.,negative,-0.982925534
Ten constituent parties of Sri Lanka ruling alliance call for three-week lockdown,8/19/2021,Health,"“The only way to bring down daily cases to a number that the health sector can handle is by imposing a lockdown""","Ten constituent parties of Sri Lanka ruling alliance call for three-week lockdown “The only way to bring down daily cases to a number that the health sector can handle is by imposing a lockdown""",negative,-0.997234643
"Sri Lanka overnight rates, bond yields up after rate, SRR hike",8/19/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields up 30 to 40 bp,"Sri Lanka overnight rates, bond yields up after rate, SRR hike Bond yields up 30 to 40 bp",negative,-0.789161623
Sri Lanka chamber chief suggests policy reforms,8/19/2021,Economy, We as a nation we must also make sure that we are investor friendly,Sri Lanka chamber chief suggests policy reforms  We as a nation we must also make sure that we are investor friendly,positive,0.973206043
"Sri Lanka hikes policy rate 50bp, SRR up 200bp as forex reserves run low",8/19/2021,Economy,"Reserves at 1.8 months, net reserves lower","Sri Lanka hikes policy rate 50bp, SRR up 200bp as forex reserves run low Reserves at 1.8 months, net reserves lower",negative,-0.996846855
Chinese Sinopharm jabbed Sri Lankans face visa uncertainty,8/19/2021,Business,Others offered choice of vaccines,Chinese Sinopharm jabbed Sri Lankans face visa uncertainty Others offered choice of vaccines,negative,-0.991311073
Sri Lanka to probe COVID-19 data cook up allegation,8/18/2021,Health,Regional data shows significant discrepancies with national data released by the health ministry.,Sri Lanka to probe COVID-19 data cook up allegation Regional data shows significant discrepancies with national data released by the health ministry.,negative,-0.995931566
Sri Lanka stocks surge on export-led shares after rupee fall,8/18/2021,Uncategorized,"Sri Lank stock jumped 2.56 percent on Wednesday led by Expolanka, Commercial Leasing and Finance, and LOLC Holdings","Sri Lanka stocks surge on export-led shares after rupee fall Sri Lank stock jumped 2.56 percent on Wednesday led by Expolanka, Commercial Leasing and Finance, and LOLC Holdings",negative,-0.552933753
"Sri Lanka’s new cabinet spox admits teachers’ salary below kottu maker, non-academic staff",8/18/2021,Education,"As I once told the media, a kottu maker at a hotel must be getting more money than a teacher.”","Sri Lanka’s new cabinet spox admits teachers’ salary below kottu maker, non-academic staff As I once told the media, a kottu maker at a hotel must be getting more money than a teacher.”",negative,-0.998174906
"Sri Lanka issues new COVID-19 guidelines; travel only for emergencies, but restaurants open",8/18/2021,Health,"Carnivals, musical shows and beach parties that fall under public gathering will be banned.","Sri Lanka issues new COVID-19 guidelines; travel only for emergencies, but restaurants open Carnivals, musical shows and beach parties that fall under public gathering will be banned.",negative,-0.997848392
"Sri Lanka to import Pakistan rice, establish mills after failed price stability efforts",8/18/2021,Consumer Affairs,Local consumers still pay higher prices amid rice shortage speculations.,"Sri Lanka to import Pakistan rice, establish mills after failed price stability efforts Local consumers still pay higher prices amid rice shortage speculations.",negative,-0.997454464
"Sri Lanka rupee weakens to 227/228.50 to dollar in kerb market, bond yields up",8/18/2021,Bonds & Forex,Import dollar rate fell this week,"Sri Lanka rupee weakens to 227/228.50 to dollar in kerb market, bond yields up Import dollar rate fell this week",negative,-0.999645591
Sri Lanka fails to sell 54-pct of Treasuries auction under yield controls,8/18/2021,Bonds & Forex,No sales of 12-month bills,Sri Lanka fails to sell 54-pct of Treasuries auction under yield controls No sales of 12-month bills,negative,-0.999616861
"Sri Lanka to import 480,000 litres of liquid oxygen as COVID-19 surges",8/18/2021,Health,Former health Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi said Sri Lanka needs 44 tons of oxygen daily.,"Sri Lanka to import 480,000 litres of liquid oxygen as COVID-19 surges Former health Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi said Sri Lanka needs 44 tons of oxygen daily.",negative,-0.989651501
"Sri Lanka to purchase 9 mn Sinopharm, 14 mn Pfizer doses to vaccinate over-18s",8/18/2021,Health,The unit price of the vaccine will be decided by a negotiating committee appointed by the cabinet.,"Sri Lanka to purchase 9 mn Sinopharm, 14 mn Pfizer doses to vaccinate over-18s The unit price of the vaccine will be decided by a negotiating committee appointed by the cabinet.",negative,-0.99165535
Sri Lanka tax amnesty bill allowed with changes by Supreme Court,8/18/2021,Legal,Most claims by petitioners dismissed,Sri Lanka tax amnesty bill allowed with changes by Supreme Court Most claims by petitioners dismissed,negative,-0.970001042
Sri Lanka central bank denies 'devaluation' claims,8/18/2021,Bonds & Forex,No change to its stance or the operational arrangements on the determination of the exchange rate,Sri Lanka central bank denies 'devaluation' claims No change to its stance or the operational arrangements on the determination of the exchange rate,negative,-0.981123865
Sri Lanka small businesses lockdown town centres; TUs issue ultimatum,8/18/2021,Economy,Trade associations in several towns have shuttered shops for a week,Sri Lanka small businesses lockdown town centres; TUs issue ultimatum Trade associations in several towns have shuttered shops for a week,negative,-0.998401582
Sri Lanka's monetary meltdown will accelerate unless quick action is taken: Bellwether,8/18/2021,Bellwether,Debt re-structuring to reduce gross financing needs will help,Sri Lanka's monetary meltdown will accelerate unless quick action is taken: Bellwether Debt re-structuring to reduce gross financing needs will help,negative,-0.997150362
Sri Lanka CSE says second broker system had glitches after DVP went live,8/18/2021,Markets,Trial runs had shown no problems,Sri Lanka CSE says second broker system had glitches after DVP went live Trial runs had shown no problems,negative,-0.99840349
Sri Lanka tourist sector links with Germany to boost post-Covid positive impacts,8/18/2021,Business,"Mitigating negative impacts on the natural, historic, cultural or social environment","Sri Lanka tourist sector links with Germany to boost post-Covid positive impacts Mitigating negative impacts on the natural, historic, cultural or social environment",positive,0.98605299
Trade union warns of lockdown action as Sri Lanka loses another 171 lives,8/18/2021,Health,Unions have promised a lockdown starting Monday if the government doesn't impose one.,Trade union warns of lockdown action as Sri Lanka loses another 171 lives Unions have promised a lockdown starting Monday if the government doesn't impose one.,negative,-0.997854173
"Sri Lanka opposition, bar express deep concern over COVID-19 webinar for judges",8/17/2021,Legal,"The remarks allegedly made at the meeting posed a threat to the judiciary and to the country’s democracy, the MP said.","Sri Lanka opposition, bar express deep concern over COVID-19 webinar for judges The remarks allegedly made at the meeting posed a threat to the judiciary and to the country’s democracy, the MP said.",negative,-0.947310209
Sri Lanka shares gain on buying spree; Covid concerns cut volume,8/17/2021,Markets,"The gain was led by Expolanka, Commercial Leasing and Finance, and Brown and Company.","Sri Lanka shares gain on buying spree; Covid concerns cut volume The gain was led by Expolanka, Commercial Leasing and Finance, and Brown and Company.",negative,-0.948841155
"Sri Lanka Navy introduces dragon boat racing, other water sports to Jaffna",8/17/2021,Tourism,"Dragon boat racing as a sport traces its origins to southern China some 2,000 years ago.","Sri Lanka Navy introduces dragon boat racing, other water sports to Jaffna Dragon boat racing as a sport traces its origins to southern China some 2,000 years ago.",positive,0.994053543
Sri Lanka online firewood sale on fire as price controls create LPG shortage,8/17/2021,Business,People are buying this plus clay stoves as a backup or ‘just in case' fears,Sri Lanka online firewood sale on fire as price controls create LPG shortage People are buying this plus clay stoves as a backup or ‘just in case' fears,negative,-0.997687697
Three mutations of delta strain discovered in Sri Lanka: minister,8/17/2021,Health,"“This may be a reason for the current surge in cases,” said Jayasumana.","Three mutations of delta strain discovered in Sri Lanka: minister “This may be a reason for the current surge in cases,” said Jayasumana.",negative,-0.918552816
Sri Lanka inks deal for RMB2.0bn loan from China Development Bank,8/17/2021,Economy,Third tranche of a US$1.2bn equivalent facility,Sri Lanka inks deal for RMB2.0bn loan from China Development Bank Third tranche of a US$1.2bn equivalent facility,negative,-0.979608297
Sri Lanka rupee non-credible peg breaks to 211-215 to US dollar,8/17/2021,Economy,Most domestic banks are selling dollars at around 211 rupees,Sri Lanka rupee non-credible peg breaks to 211-215 to US dollar Most domestic banks are selling dollars at around 211 rupees,negative,-0.991323948
Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka June net up 49-pct,8/17/2021,Markets,Revevenues lower than in the March quarter,Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka June net up 49-pct Revevenues lower than in the March quarter,negative,-0.998736084
Sri Lanka's First Capital Holdings profits lower,8/17/2021,Bonds & Forex,2020 profits boosted by rate cuts,Sri Lanka's First Capital Holdings profits lower 2020 profits boosted by rate cuts,negative,-0.976216614
"Sri Lanka CSE says will rectify broker system glitch, DVP running",8/17/2021,Markets,Monday delay was to allow all investor equal access,"Sri Lanka CSE says will rectify broker system glitch, DVP running Monday delay was to allow all investor equal access",negative,-0.973503888
Sri Lanka's CEB loses Rs4.5bn up to June,8/17/2021,Energy,Minority interests made Rs3.5bn profits at group level,Sri Lanka's CEB loses Rs4.5bn up to June Minority interests made Rs3.5bn profits at group level,negative,-0.998253047
Hong Kong adds Sri Lanka to 'high risk' countries; 21-day quarantine for inbound travellers,8/16/2021,Health,This means that travelers have to be vaccinated and undergo quarantine for 21 days when they arrive in Hong Kong.,Hong Kong adds Sri Lanka to 'high risk' countries; 21-day quarantine for inbound travellers This means that travelers have to be vaccinated and undergo quarantine for 21 days when they arrive in Hong Kong.,positive,0.920366108
Sri Lanka parliament leaders limit sittings after COVID spike,8/16/2021,Health,"After tomorrow’s session, Sri Lanka’s legislature will be adjourned until Monday, September 6.","Sri Lanka parliament leaders limit sittings after COVID spike After tomorrow’s session, Sri Lanka’s legislature will be adjourned until Monday, September 6.",negative,-0.865083933
Sri Lanka stocks down on Covid-19 spreading worries; turnover plummets,8/16/2021,Markets,The market witnessed the day’s turnover plummeted to around 20 percent of this year’s daily average. ,Sri Lanka stocks down on Covid-19 spreading worries; turnover plummets The market witnessed the day’s turnover plummeted to around 20 percent of this year’s daily average. ,negative,-0.999413133
Sri Lanka permits marriage registration with minimum participation amid wedding ban,8/16/2021,Health,"Registration may take place with the participation of the couple, the registrar, the couple’s parents and two witnesse...","Sri Lanka permits marriage registration with minimum participation amid wedding ban Registration may take place with the participation of the couple, the registrar, the couple’s parents and two witnesse...",positive,0.842716932
Sri Lanka outgoing health minister bids emotional farewell; didn't see reshuffle coming,8/16/2021,Health,Wanniarachchi’s was among seven key portfolios that were swapped between senior government ministers,Sri Lanka outgoing health minister bids emotional farewell; didn't see reshuffle coming Wanniarachchi’s was among seven key portfolios that were swapped between senior government ministers,negative,-0.967540264
Bureau of Foreign Employment to vaccinate Sri Lankans flying abroad for work,8/16/2021,Health,"SLBFE have vaccinated 8,000 plus workers so far and some 25,000 are awaiting their shot.","Bureau of Foreign Employment to vaccinate Sri Lankans flying abroad for work SLBFE have vaccinated 8,000 plus workers so far and some 25,000 are awaiting their shot.",negative,-0.967072904
"Laugfs to resume Sri Lanka LP gas sales from Aug 20, still expects losses",8/16/2021,Energy,By the time Rs363 increase was granted costs up Rs650,"Laugfs to resume Sri Lanka LP gas sales from Aug 20, still expects losses By the time Rs363 increase was granted costs up Rs650",negative,-0.99783057
"Sri Lanka receives more Pfizer; over 31,000 fully vaxxed with US-made jab",8/16/2021,Health,"On Sunday (15), the second dose was administered to 4,697, while 61 received the first shot.","Sri Lanka receives more Pfizer; over 31,000 fully vaxxed with US-made jab On Sunday (15), the second dose was administered to 4,697, while 61 received the first shot.",negative,-0.993425012
Top ministers trade places in Sri Lanka's snap cabinet reshuffle,8/16/2021,Politics,Gunawardena will inherit the teachers’ crisis and related issues from minister G L Peiris.,Top ministers trade places in Sri Lanka's snap cabinet reshuffle Gunawardena will inherit the teachers’ crisis and related issues from minister G L Peiris.,positive,0.992781997
"Sri Lanka’s Aitken Spence June losses down on Maldives recovery, logistics",8/16/2021,Bonds & Forex,Maldives is open for tourism,"Sri Lanka’s Aitken Spence June losses down on Maldives recovery, logistics Maldives is open for tourism",negative,-0.90791589
Sri Lanka ex-finance Minister Samaraweera contracts Coronavirus despite vaccination,8/16/2021,Health,Vaccinated persons have better chances of recovery,Sri Lanka ex-finance Minister Samaraweera contracts Coronavirus despite vaccination Vaccinated persons have better chances of recovery,negative,-0.994721174
Sri Lanka opposition calls for self-imposed Coronavirus lockdown,8/16/2021,Economy,"Over 6,000 deaths","Sri Lanka opposition calls for self-imposed Coronavirus lockdown Over 6,000 deaths",negative,-0.993730187
Sri Lanka hikes de facto policy rate by 05bp for second time,8/16/2021,Economy,Rate taken up to 5.38-pct,Sri Lanka hikes de facto policy rate by 05bp for second time Rate taken up to 5.38-pct,negative,-0.986502171
"Sri Lanka's CAA drives Laugfs Gas to the wall, negative equity in June",8/16/2021,Energy,Laugfs was denied a price increase for two quarters despite rising butane and propane prices,"Sri Lanka's CAA drives Laugfs Gas to the wall, negative equity in June Laugfs was denied a price increase for two quarters despite rising butane and propane prices",negative,-0.999081731
Sri Lanka trying to evacuate nationals in Afghanistan,8/16/2021,Political News,At least 43 Sri Lankans known to be in the country,Sri Lanka trying to evacuate nationals in Afghanistan At least 43 Sri Lankans known to be in the country,negative,-0.983355582
Sri Lanka records world's fourth highest daily deaths by population amid lockdown calls,8/15/2021,Health,"Only Georgia, Tunisia and Malaysia are higher","Sri Lanka records world's fourth highest daily deaths by population amid lockdown calls Only Georgia, Tunisia and Malaysia are higher",negative,-0.979906261
Sri Lanka overnight curfew from Monday as Coronavirus deaths rise,8/15/2021,Health,Curfew from 2200h to 0400h,Sri Lanka overnight curfew from Monday as Coronavirus deaths rise Curfew from 2200h to 0400h,negative,-0.94762212
Sri Lanka's Hemas Holdings profits up 136-pct in June 2021 amid cost rises,8/15/2021,Markets,Consumer recovers despite some restriction later in the quarter,Sri Lanka's Hemas Holdings profits up 136-pct in June 2021 amid cost rises Consumer recovers despite some restriction later in the quarter,negative,-0.920997262
"Sri Lanka apparel exporters boost supply chain transparency, lifts ethical branding",8/15/2021,Apparel,The industry association has revamped its website and logo recently ,"Sri Lanka apparel exporters boost supply chain transparency, lifts ethical branding The industry association has revamped its website and logo recently ",positive,0.993178606
Sri Lanka's LOLC Holdings net down 74-pct in June 2021,8/15/2021,Markets,Non-operating income boosts bottom line,Sri Lanka's LOLC Holdings net down 74-pct in June 2021 Non-operating income boosts bottom line,negative,-0.995492101
Sri Lanka airport starts pre-departure Rapid PCR tests with Asiri Hospitals,8/14/2021,Health,"In operation from August 14 at Rs7,500 each","Sri Lanka airport starts pre-departure Rapid PCR tests with Asiri Hospitals In operation from August 14 at Rs7,500 each",negative,-0.978254318
Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank net up 124-pct,8/14/2021,Banking,"Exchange gains, net interest income drive profits","Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank net up 124-pct Exchange gains, net interest income drive profits",positive,0.891139209
Sri Lanka state techs oppose private testing labs at airport,8/14/2021,Economy,Questions why PCR prodcurements are delayed,Sri Lanka state techs oppose private testing labs at airport Questions why PCR prodcurements are delayed,negative,-0.996943772
"Sri Lanka foreign reserves drop to US$2.83bn after bond repayment, liquidity injections",8/14/2021,Economy,Reserves fall below 2 month of imports but PBoC swap is worth another month,"Sri Lanka foreign reserves drop to US$2.83bn after bond repayment, liquidity injections Reserves fall below 2 month of imports but PBoC swap is worth another month",negative,-0.930031002
Sri Lanka party leaders convened to decide parliament sittings amid COVID spike,8/13/2021,Health,"“Sittings are most likely to be limited because of the pandemic situation,” the official said.","Sri Lanka party leaders convened to decide parliament sittings amid COVID spike “Sittings are most likely to be limited because of the pandemic situation,” the official said.",negative,-0.995852709
Sri Lanka records second highest COVID-19 daily deaths; cases continue to surge,8/13/2021,Health,"At the time of writing, 2,382 COVID-19 new infections have been confirmed for Friday (13).","Sri Lanka records second highest COVID-19 daily deaths; cases continue to surge At the time of writing, 2,382 COVID-19 new infections have been confirmed for Friday (13).",negative,-0.796572745
Head of Sri Lanka Catholic church alleges attempt to pin Easter attack on ISIS,8/13/2021,Politics,"“Why was that? We don’t know if it was an attempt to prevent the discovery of who was actually behind the attack.""","Head of Sri Lanka Catholic church alleges attempt to pin Easter attack on ISIS “Why was that? We don’t know if it was an attempt to prevent the discovery of who was actually behind the attack.""",negative,-0.998283386
Sri Lanka police nab man for siphoning off money from 14-y-o child's brain surgery fund,8/13/2021,Crime,"The crime is suspected to be the work of an organised group, police said.","Sri Lanka police nab man for siphoning off money from 14-y-o child's brain surgery fund The crime is suspected to be the work of an organised group, police said.",negative,-0.992452443
Sri Lanka stocks recover amid lockdown concerns,8/13/2021,Markets,"Although Sri Lanka did not go for a COVID-19 lockdown, experts call for stricter measures ","Sri Lanka stocks recover amid lockdown concerns Although Sri Lanka did not go for a COVID-19 lockdown, experts call for stricter measures ",negative,-0.978759408
Sri Lanka rupee 203 non-credible peg to US dollar hanging by a thread,8/13/2021,Bonds & Forex,The peg is non-credible due to liquidity injections,Sri Lanka rupee 203 non-credible peg to US dollar hanging by a thread The peg is non-credible due to liquidity injections,negative,-0.999345601
"Sri Lanka June 2021 imports, trade deficit hit 3-year high as injections defeat controls",8/13/2021,Economy,"Output gap targeting of 2018, turned to full blown modern monetary theory in 2020.","Sri Lanka June 2021 imports, trade deficit hit 3-year high as injections defeat controls Output gap targeting of 2018, turned to full blown modern monetary theory in 2020.",negative,-0.971017659
"No COVID-19 lockdown in Sri Lanka, decides govt, despite repeated appeals from experts",8/13/2021,Health,The government decision comes in the wake of numerous calls for a lockdown from various quarters,"No COVID-19 lockdown in Sri Lanka, decides govt, despite repeated appeals from experts The government decision comes in the wake of numerous calls for a lockdown from various quarters",negative,-0.995726705
"Act now to save 18,000 lives, experts convened by WHO Sri Lanka urge",8/13/2021,Health,"""If stricter restrictions aren’t imposed, Sri Lanka will see some 30,000 cumulative deaths by January 2022""","Act now to save 18,000 lives, experts convened by WHO Sri Lanka urge ""If stricter restrictions aren’t imposed, Sri Lanka will see some 30,000 cumulative deaths by January 2022""",negative,-0.988674581
"Sri Lanka Minister follows Diocletian after printing money, but stops short of death penalty",8/13/2021,Bellwether,"Diocletian minted in copper in plenty what was scarce in silver, Sri Lanka is pumping liquidity in paper","Sri Lanka Minister follows Diocletian after printing money, but stops short of death penalty Diocletian minted in copper in plenty what was scarce in silver, Sri Lanka is pumping liquidity in paper",negative,-0.988391936
"Sri Lanka Tobacco sales maintains profit in June, despite sales fall",8/13/2021,Markets,Volumes down 16-pct from March quarter,"Sri Lanka Tobacco sales maintains profit in June, despite sales fall Volumes down 16-pct from March quarter",negative,-0.899423957
Sri Lanka's Jat Holdings closes below IPO price as inflation bites building material firms,8/13/2021,Economy,Several building material firms have shown weaker results amid rising costs and a lockdown,Sri Lanka's Jat Holdings closes below IPO price as inflation bites building material firms Several building material firms have shown weaker results amid rising costs and a lockdown,negative,-0.998576641
Sri Lanka’s Haycarb June quarter profit down as inflation bites,8/13/2021,Markets,Cost of sales up 52-pct despite revenue gains,Sri Lanka’s Haycarb June quarter profit down as inflation bites Cost of sales up 52-pct despite revenue gains,negative,-0.999335349
"Sri Lanka COVID-19: record deaths for seventh day running; 3,000+ new cases",8/12/2021,Health,"Total confirmed COVID-19 deaths in Sri Lanka now stand at 5,620.","Sri Lanka COVID-19: record deaths for seventh day running; 3,000+ new cases Total confirmed COVID-19 deaths in Sri Lanka now stand at 5,620.",negative,-0.988998473
Sri Lanka's Softlogic Stock Brokers get [SL]BBB rating from ICRA,8/12/2021,Business,The firm had a risk-weighted capital adequacy ratio of 310 percent as of March-21,Sri Lanka's Softlogic Stock Brokers get [SL]BBB rating from ICRA The firm had a risk-weighted capital adequacy ratio of 310 percent as of March-21,negative,-0.984254479
Sri Lanka stock fall on panic buying amid lockdown concerns,8/12/2021,Stocks & Companies,"Sri Lanka stocks nosedived 1.48 percent to close below the psychological 8,000 mark on Thursday","Sri Lanka stock fall on panic buying amid lockdown concerns Sri Lanka stocks nosedived 1.48 percent to close below the psychological 8,000 mark on Thursday",negative,-0.998635828
Fee income helps boost Sri Lanka’s Nations Trust Bank June profits,8/12/2021,Banking,Steep rise in fee income,Fee income helps boost Sri Lanka’s Nations Trust Bank June profits Steep rise in fee income,positive,0.995242119
Sri Lanka health official points to significant discrepancy in daily COVID-19 numbers,8/12/2021,Health,837 cases found in the Eastern province on Tuesday (10) did not tally with the 194 cases reported by the ministry.,Sri Lanka health official points to significant discrepancy in daily COVID-19 numbers 837 cases found in the Eastern province on Tuesday (10) did not tally with the 194 cases reported by the ministry.,negative,-0.999232531
Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank net up 52-pct in June quarter,8/12/2021,Banking,Net interest income up on falling interest costs,Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank net up 52-pct in June quarter Net interest income up on falling interest costs,negative,-0.987858772
"Sri Lanka revises quarantine measures for citizens, dual citizens arriving from India",8/12/2021,Health,The directive is in effect from 12am Thursday (12).,"Sri Lanka revises quarantine measures for citizens, dual citizens arriving from India The directive is in effect from 12am Thursday (12).",positive,0.684715152
Sri Lanka's EPF public counters closed over Covid,8/12/2021,Economy,Services provided over email and telephone,Sri Lanka's EPF public counters closed over Covid Services provided over email and telephone,negative,-0.997328877
Sri Lanka Kandy Perahera goes online in Covid crisis,8/12/2021,Culture,Perahera on Temple of the Tooth facebook and youtube channels,Sri Lanka Kandy Perahera goes online in Covid crisis Perahera on Temple of the Tooth facebook and youtube channels,negative,-0.975598335
Sri Lanka CAA tries to end LP gas shortage created by price controls with Rs363 hike,8/12/2021,Energy,Saudi Aramco contract price for LPG components had risen from the time the original application was made,Sri Lanka CAA tries to end LP gas shortage created by price controls with Rs363 hike Saudi Aramco contract price for LPG components had risen from the time the original application was made,negative,-0.994692504
"Sri Lanka sells US$61mn SLDB dollar bonds, post-auction tap open",8/12/2021,Bonds & Forex,9 month yield at 7.81-pct,"Sri Lanka sells US$61mn SLDB dollar bonds, post-auction tap open 9 month yield at 7.81-pct",negative,-0.982801497
Sri Lanka’s Seylan Bank profits up 70 percent in June,8/12/2021,Banking,Net interest and fee income up,Sri Lanka’s Seylan Bank profits up 70 percent in June Net interest and fee income up,positive,0.961536288
"Sri Lanka sells most of T-bills offered, yields marginally up",8/12/2021,Bonds & Forex,Only 10 million rupees of 12-month bills sold,"Sri Lanka sells most of T-bills offered, yields marginally up Only 10 million rupees of 12-month bills sold",negative,-0.993367016
Sri Lanka’s Ceylon Grain Elevators profits up 33 percent in June,8/12/2021,Markets,However currency depreciation and rising raw material costs were also pushing up costs,Sri Lanka’s Ceylon Grain Elevators profits up 33 percent in June However currency depreciation and rising raw material costs were also pushing up costs,negative,-0.971445441
DFCC Bank Sri Lanka net down 19 percent in June quarter,8/12/2021,Banking,Bank makes makes provisions to cover uncertainties,DFCC Bank Sri Lanka net down 19 percent in June quarter Bank makes makes provisions to cover uncertainties,negative,-0.992575884
Record COVID-19 deaths in Sri Lanka for sixth consecutive day; infections surge,8/12/2021,Health,"Total confirmed COVID-19 deaths in Sri Lanka now stand at 5,464.","Record COVID-19 deaths in Sri Lanka for sixth consecutive day; infections surge Total confirmed COVID-19 deaths in Sri Lanka now stand at 5,464.",negative,-0.985524714
Sri Lanka Army deploys mobile vaccination fleet for elderly and disabled,8/12/2021,Health,Anyone in need of the service may register through the hotline 1906 or +94112860002.,Sri Lanka Army deploys mobile vaccination fleet for elderly and disabled Anyone in need of the service may register through the hotline 1906 or +94112860002.,negative,-0.955453098
Sri Lanka stocks up on quarterly earnings; pandemic concern weighs,8/11/2021,Stocks & Companies,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.31 percent up on LOLC Development Finance, Ambeon Capital and Buki Darah, brokers said.","Sri Lanka stocks up on quarterly earnings; pandemic concern weighs Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.31 percent up on LOLC Development Finance, Ambeon Capital and Buki Darah, brokers said.",negative,-0.994067907
"Over 7,000 COVID-19 patients in Gampaha, Sri Lanka, yet to be hospitalised",8/11/2021,Health,These patients do not have adequate isolation facilities in their homes as specified by the Health Services Deputy DG.,"Over 7,000 COVID-19 patients in Gampaha, Sri Lanka, yet to be hospitalised These patients do not have adequate isolation facilities in their homes as specified by the Health Services Deputy DG.",negative,-0.997814178
Sri Lanka PCR tests as low as Rs5000 in competition,8/11/2021,Business,Price controls have already disrupted gas and milk supply,Sri Lanka PCR tests as low as Rs5000 in competition Price controls have already disrupted gas and milk supply,negative,-0.999574482
"Sri Lanka to recognise divorces, annulments, separations of Sri Lankan nationals abroad",8/11/2021,Legal,At present Sri Lanka does not accept marital cases of Sri Lankans filed in foreign countries.,"Sri Lanka to recognise divorces, annulments, separations of Sri Lankan nationals abroad At present Sri Lanka does not accept marital cases of Sri Lankans filed in foreign countries.",negative,-0.994082391
"Sri Lanka receives 15,000 doses of Sputnik V; second dose to be rolled out in Kandy",8/11/2021,Health,The Sputnik V rollout was put on hold on August 08 due to a shortage.,"Sri Lanka receives 15,000 doses of Sputnik V; second dose to be rolled out in Kandy The Sputnik V rollout was put on hold on August 08 due to a shortage.",negative,-0.997900248
Sri Lanka govt mulls ways to control websites amid rising online activism,8/11/2021,Free Speech,The minister said the govt is obligated to protect the rights of the people as much as it must ensure media freedom.,Sri Lanka govt mulls ways to control websites amid rising online activism The minister said the govt is obligated to protect the rights of the people as much as it must ensure media freedom.,negative,-0.997665167
Sri Lanka's Asia Securities gets 'BBB-(lka)' from Fitch,8/11/2021,Business,"Fitch Ratings has given a 'BBB-(lka)' rating to Asia Securties, a stock broking company with a stable outlook.","Sri Lanka's Asia Securities gets 'BBB-(lka)' from Fitch Fitch Ratings has given a 'BBB-(lka)' rating to Asia Securties, a stock broking company with a stable outlook.",positive,0.722003639
"Sri Lanka clears draft law to hike fines 3,900-pct as price controls trigger milk shortage",8/11/2021,Agriculture,Autarky tax on milk powder lifted to lower import prices,"Sri Lanka clears draft law to hike fines 3,900-pct as price controls trigger milk shortage Autarky tax on milk powder lifted to lower import prices",negative,-0.986677289
Sri Lanka economy bought to tipping point by monetary fallacies: Bellwether,8/11/2021,Bellwether,Mercantilist fallacies have devasted countries at peace,Sri Lanka economy bought to tipping point by monetary fallacies: Bellwether Mercantilist fallacies have devasted countries at peace,negative,-0.975251138
Sri Lanka urges Western Province over 60s to vaccinate as Covid patient dies every 12 minutes,8/11/2021,Health,Un-vaccinated persons are asked to call 1906,Sri Lanka urges Western Province over 60s to vaccinate as Covid patient dies every 12 minutes Un-vaccinated persons are asked to call 1906,negative,-0.985962331
Sri Lanka bond yields edged up slightly,8/10/2021,Bonds & Forex,Rupee remains inactive in forex market ,Sri Lanka bond yields edged up slightly Rupee remains inactive in forex market ,negative,-0.998666406
COVID-19 deaths surge in Sri Lanka with record 118 confirmed dead Tuesday; no lockdown,8/10/2021,Health,"At the time of writing, 1,992 people were confirmed to have been infected on Tuesday.","COVID-19 deaths surge in Sri Lanka with record 118 confirmed dead Tuesday; no lockdown At the time of writing, 1,992 people were confirmed to have been infected on Tuesday.",negative,-0.981599271
Sri Lanka shares down on looming lockdown fears,8/10/2021,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka stocks slipped 0.38 percent on Tuesday as fears over a looming lockdown in the face of spike in Covid-19 cases,Sri Lanka shares down on looming lockdown fears Sri Lanka stocks slipped 0.38 percent on Tuesday as fears over a looming lockdown in the face of spike in Covid-19 cases,negative,-0.997913063
"Sri Lanka foreign employment bureau wants ""rapid PCR"" machines at Colombo airport",8/10/2021,Health,A rapid PCR is the same as a regular PCR but rapid PCR machines are said to give esults faster than the standard version,"Sri Lanka foreign employment bureau wants ""rapid PCR"" machines at Colombo airport A rapid PCR is the same as a regular PCR but rapid PCR machines are said to give esults faster than the standard version",positive,0.973451436
Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism & Hotel Management to be made higher education institute,8/10/2021,Tourism,SLITHM conducts courses from foundation to management level.,Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism & Hotel Management to be made higher education institute SLITHM conducts courses from foundation to management level.,positive,0.962556303
Sri Lanka FinMin to direct state firms to borrow at 4%: cabinet spokesman,8/10/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka’s treasury is facing a daunting task of generating funds to meet the government’s day-to-day expenses.,Sri Lanka FinMin to direct state firms to borrow at 4%: cabinet spokesman Sri Lanka’s treasury is facing a daunting task of generating funds to meet the government’s day-to-day expenses.,negative,-0.988268077
"Lockdown will be last resort, says Sri Lanka govt, despite surging COVID-19 deaths",8/10/2021,Health,"“But we can’t it rule out given the world trend. It will be our last option,” he said.","Lockdown will be last resort, says Sri Lanka govt, despite surging COVID-19 deaths “But we can’t it rule out given the world trend. It will be our last option,” he said.",negative,-0.976566076
Sri Lanka to have central bank run credit scheme for SOEs amid forex trouble,8/10/2021,Economy,In 2020 a central bank printed 111 billion rupees for a SME re-finance scheme,Sri Lanka to have central bank run credit scheme for SOEs amid forex trouble In 2020 a central bank printed 111 billion rupees for a SME re-finance scheme,negative,-0.996698916
Sri Lanka cabinet appoints committee to look into teachers' salary demands,8/10/2021,Education,The committee is expected to submit a report to Finance Minister Basil Rajapaksa by next Monday’s cabinet meeting.,Sri Lanka cabinet appoints committee to look into teachers' salary demands The committee is expected to submit a report to Finance Minister Basil Rajapaksa by next Monday’s cabinet meeting.,negative,-0.974571228
Sri Lanka abolishes tax on milk powder import to maintain prices,8/10/2021,Business,The move comes after severe scarcity for import milk powder has been reported amid speculation of hoarding.,Sri Lanka abolishes tax on milk powder import to maintain prices The move comes after severe scarcity for import milk powder has been reported amid speculation of hoarding.,negative,-0.998909116
Sri Lanka gets tourism investments despite Coronavirus pandemic,8/10/2021,Business,64 proposals now being reviewed with 38 approved,Sri Lanka gets tourism investments despite Coronavirus pandemic 64 proposals now being reviewed with 38 approved,positive,0.980900288
Sri Lanka nautical tourism to sail beyond the beach with boat show,8/10/2021,Business,"Pleasure boating, leisure fishing and marine engineering on view ","Sri Lanka nautical tourism to sail beyond the beach with boat show Pleasure boating, leisure fishing and marine engineering on view ",positive,0.998450398
"Record 111 deaths in Sri Lanka Monday, bringing total COVID-19 deaths to 5,222",8/9/2021,Health,"So far, 1,928 Sri Lankans have tested positive for the virus as of 8pm Monday.","Record 111 deaths in Sri Lanka Monday, bringing total COVID-19 deaths to 5,222 So far, 1,928 Sri Lankans have tested positive for the virus as of 8pm Monday.",negative,-0.969865561
Sri Lanka stocks end steady amid renewed pandemic worries,8/9/2021,Stocks & Companies,"Sri Lanka stocks edged up 0.03 percent on Expolanka Holdings, Browns Investments and Ambeon Capital","Sri Lanka stocks end steady amid renewed pandemic worries Sri Lanka stocks edged up 0.03 percent on Expolanka Holdings, Browns Investments and Ambeon Capital",positive,0.707490623
Sri Lanka bond yields slightly up,8/9/2021,Bonds & Forex,Rupee inactive ,Sri Lanka bond yields slightly up Rupee inactive ,negative,-0.997037768
"Sri Lanka's COVID-19 third wave on track to taking 20,000+ lives by December: expert",8/9/2021,Health,"“Most likely over 3,000 people are dying of COVID-19 now each month.""","Sri Lanka's COVID-19 third wave on track to taking 20,000+ lives by December: expert “Most likely over 3,000 people are dying of COVID-19 now each month.""",negative,-0.992381632
Yacht yard at Sri Lanka's Hambantota port: Namal,8/9/2021,Economy,US$58mn to be invested,Yacht yard at Sri Lanka's Hambantota port: Namal US$58mn to be invested,negative,-0.977649271
"UAE mandates pre-departure ""rapid PCR"" test for Sri Lankans returning for work",8/9/2021,Health,Only COVID‑19 PCR test reports from certified labs that issue a QR code linked to the original report will be accepted...,"UAE mandates pre-departure ""rapid PCR"" test for Sri Lankans returning for work Only COVID‑19 PCR test reports from certified labs that issue a QR code linked to the original report will be accepted...",negative,-0.915422201
"Sri Lanka to vaccinate below 30s as hospital admissions climb, third dose eyed",8/9/2021,Health,A third of hospital admissions from below 30s. Un-vaccinated above 30s to call 1906 to register,"Sri Lanka to vaccinate below 30s as hospital admissions climb, third dose eyed A third of hospital admissions from below 30s. Un-vaccinated above 30s to call 1906 to register",negative,-0.989618003
Sri Lanka raises de facto one year policy rate by 05bp,8/9/2021,Economy,Last week bonds were turned into reserve money at ceiling rates while some bills were sold down to sterilize liquidity,Sri Lanka raises de facto one year policy rate by 05bp Last week bonds were turned into reserve money at ceiling rates while some bills were sold down to sterilize liquidity,negative,-0.995182455
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus vaccinates 50-pct of population with one dose, 13.4-pct two doses",8/9/2021,Health,Vaccines have limited effectiveness with a single dose,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus vaccinates 50-pct of population with one dose, 13.4-pct two doses Vaccines have limited effectiveness with a single dose",negative,-0.999281704
"Sri Lanka private borrowings surge to Rs83bn in June, CB credit Rs124bn",8/9/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka private credit in the first six months of the year was 414 billion rupees,"Sri Lanka private borrowings surge to Rs83bn in June, CB credit Rs124bn Sri Lanka private credit in the first six months of the year was 414 billion rupees",negative,-0.944928646
Sri Lanka central bank to operate under Covid-19 protocols after positive tests,8/8/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka central bank to operate under Covid-19 protocols,Sri Lanka central bank to operate under Covid-19 protocols after positive tests Sri Lanka central bank to operate under Covid-19 protocols,negative,-0.988968968
Sri Lanka central bank profits rise to Rs63bn in 2020,8/8/2021,Economy,CBSL showed record profits in 2018 as REER targeting melted the rupee,Sri Lanka central bank profits rise to Rs63bn in 2020 CBSL showed record profits in 2018 as REER targeting melted the rupee,negative,-0.936336756
"Sri Lanka finance minister extols virtues of food import bans, domestic drugs",8/8/2021,Economy,Controlling imports of 16 foods was a key strategy of Saubagya Dekma,"Sri Lanka finance minister extols virtues of food import bans, domestic drugs Controlling imports of 16 foods was a key strategy of Saubagya Dekma",positive,0.815151572
"Sri Lanka gets 727,000 more AstraZeneca Vaccines from Japan",8/7/2021,Health,Japans says Sri Lanka govt vaccinating people fast,"Sri Lanka gets 727,000 more AstraZeneca Vaccines from Japan Japans says Sri Lanka govt vaccinating people fast",negative,-0.969448745
"Sri Lanka public should stay home, get vaccinated: Director Information",8/7/2021,Health,Delta spread,"Sri Lanka public should stay home, get vaccinated: Director Information Delta spread",negative,-0.962206006
Sri Lanka health service will collapse in two weeks if COVID-19 not contained: PHIs,8/7/2021,Health,"“The ground situation right now is very dangerous and sad,” he said.","Sri Lanka health service will collapse in two weeks if COVID-19 not contained: PHIs “The ground situation right now is very dangerous and sad,” he said.",negative,-0.999604642
Sri Lanka property price disinflation in the capital Colombo ends,8/7/2021,Business,Near double digit growth,Sri Lanka property price disinflation in the capital Colombo ends Near double digit growth,negative,-0.928402007
Vietnam's Vingroup brings Remdesivir to treat Coronavirus patients,8/7/2021,Vietnam News,Vingroup also produces ventilators and exports components,Vietnam's Vingroup brings Remdesivir to treat Coronavirus patients Vingroup also produces ventilators and exports components,positive,0.987327993
Record 98 COVID-19 deaths in Sri Lanka on Friday; no lockdown imminent,8/6/2021,Health,"Total infections confirmed on Friday stood at 2,794, according to the government information department.","Record 98 COVID-19 deaths in Sri Lanka on Friday; no lockdown imminent Total infections confirmed on Friday stood at 2,794, according to the government information department.",negative,-0.99341315
"Fears of ""parliament cluster"" emerge as three Sri Lanka MPs test positive for COVID-19",8/6/2021,Health,"“CCTV footage shows one MP move around in the parliament,” one source said.","Fears of ""parliament cluster"" emerge as three Sri Lanka MPs test positive for COVID-19 “CCTV footage shows one MP move around in the parliament,” one source said.",negative,-0.996999681
Labour minister accuses Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Bureau of massive waste,8/6/2021,Politics,A total of 912 million rupees has been spent for officials appointed in foreign missions.,Labour minister accuses Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Bureau of massive waste A total of 912 million rupees has been spent for officials appointed in foreign missions.,negative,-0.999265492
Sri Lanka bond yields down,8/6/2021,Bonds & Forex,Rupee inactive ,Sri Lanka bond yields down Rupee inactive ,negative,-0.999133408
Sri Lanka receives two million more doses of Sinopharm; 92% over-30s jabbed,8/6/2021,Health,"So far 1,035,554 have received the first dose of AstraZeneca while 833,606 has received the second.","Sri Lanka receives two million more doses of Sinopharm; 92% over-30s jabbed So far 1,035,554 have received the first dose of AstraZeneca while 833,606 has received the second.",negative,-0.991901457
Sri Lanka stocks bounce back after Dialog’s earnings; foreigners buy,8/6/2021,Stocks & Companies,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.09 percent on Friday on LOLC, Dialog Axiata and Expolanka","Sri Lanka stocks bounce back after Dialog’s earnings; foreigners buy Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.09 percent on Friday on LOLC, Dialog Axiata and Expolanka",negative,-0.972609043
Opposition cries foul as cops in civvies arrest Sri Lanka student union leader,8/6/2021,Democracy,"This week saw 53 protestors arrested, 44 of whom have been released on bail so far.","Opposition cries foul as cops in civvies arrest Sri Lanka student union leader This week saw 53 protestors arrested, 44 of whom have been released on bail so far.",negative,-0.999251544
Sri Lanka will not go into lockdown despite surging COVID-19 cases and deaths,8/6/2021,Health,The delta strain is suspected to be behind the rapid surge in transmissions.,Sri Lanka will not go into lockdown despite surging COVID-19 cases and deaths The delta strain is suspected to be behind the rapid surge in transmissions.,positive,0.855764568
Sri Lanka to mandate 70-pct renewable power target in gazette rule,8/6/2021,Energy,Gazette will mandate 70-pct share for LTGEP ,Sri Lanka to mandate 70-pct renewable power target in gazette rule Gazette will mandate 70-pct share for LTGEP ,negative,-0.876670063
"Sri Lanka crepe rubber, high-end exports in jeopardy as dollar shortage hits inputs",8/6/2021,Economy,Supplies stuck at port as banks struggle for dollars,"Sri Lanka crepe rubber, high-end exports in jeopardy as dollar shortage hits inputs Supplies stuck at port as banks struggle for dollars",negative,-0.99805969
Sri Lanka Development Bond auction for US$75mn opens,8/6/2021,Bonds & Forex,SLDB yields are higher than Treasury bills ,Sri Lanka Development Bond auction for US$75mn opens SLDB yields are higher than Treasury bills ,positive,0.919502378
Sri Lanka's Hambantota port backed by China's Sinopec to expand bunkers offering,8/6/2021,Accident,First cruise ship since Covid-19 pandemic calls at Hambantota,Sri Lanka's Hambantota port backed by China's Sinopec to expand bunkers offering First cruise ship since Covid-19 pandemic calls at Hambantota,positive,0.716692626
Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka profits Rs310mn as Powell Bubble drives cotton,8/6/2021,Apparel,"Strong order book, rising raw material costs","Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka profits Rs310mn as Powell Bubble drives cotton Strong order book, rising raw material costs",negative,-0.955060542
Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata net profits doubles in June quarter,8/6/2021,ICT,Most profits from mobile. TV losses reduce,Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata net profits doubles in June quarter Most profits from mobile. TV losses reduce,negative,-0.997018814
"Sri Lanka records highest daily COVID-19 deaths; delta blamed for ""ultrafast"" spread",8/5/2021,Health,"Thursday also saw 2,669 new infections, according to the information department.","Sri Lanka records highest daily COVID-19 deaths; delta blamed for ""ultrafast"" spread Thursday also saw 2,669 new infections, according to the information department.",negative,-0.993847191
COVID scare prompts Sri Lanka's Colombo Grand Mosque to cancel Friday prayers,8/5/2021,Religion,"However, the mosque did not remark on daily prayers.","COVID scare prompts Sri Lanka's Colombo Grand Mosque to cancel Friday prayers However, the mosque did not remark on daily prayers.",negative,-0.985181749
Sri Lanka gilt yields slightly down,8/5/2021,Bonds & Forex,Rupee inactive ,Sri Lanka gilt yields slightly down Rupee inactive ,negative,-0.998980463
Sri Lanka stocks plunge on renewed coronavirus spike,8/5/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Despite Sri Lanka speedy vaccination program, the number of daily deaths are rising","Sri Lanka stocks plunge on renewed coronavirus spike Despite Sri Lanka speedy vaccination program, the number of daily deaths are rising",negative,-0.956482947
COVID-19 in Sri Lanka reaches tipping point as hospitals fill up and deaths surge,8/5/2021,Health,Images circulating online of patients lining hospital corridors have raised alarm.,COVID-19 in Sri Lanka reaches tipping point as hospitals fill up and deaths surge Images circulating online of patients lining hospital corridors have raised alarm.,negative,-0.960879982
Sri Lanka renewable power competitive tenders stuck for 10 months without ministerial nod,8/5/2021,Energy,"Competitive tendering has sharply brought down costs, compared to controversial feed-in tariffs ","Sri Lanka renewable power competitive tenders stuck for 10 months without ministerial nod Competitive tendering has sharply brought down costs, compared to controversial feed-in tariffs ",negative,-0.995625377
"Ban or regulate social media in Sri Lanka, top minister tells parliament",8/5/2021,Free Speech,"“In China, there is no social media. We’re not like that.""","Ban or regulate social media in Sri Lanka, top minister tells parliament “In China, there is no social media. We’re not like that.""",negative,-0.95844239
Sri Lanka to take long shots at winning Olympic medals,8/5/2021,Culture,"We have specially identified shooting, archery, and weight lifting as such sports","Sri Lanka to take long shots at winning Olympic medals We have specially identified shooting, archery, and weight lifting as such sports",positive,0.998265922
"Sri Lanka welcomes 2,400 tourists in July, Maldives in second place",8/5/2021,Business,The top generating market was UK with 342 visitors followed by the Maldives ,"Sri Lanka welcomes 2,400 tourists in July, Maldives in second place The top generating market was UK with 342 visitors followed by the Maldives ",positive,0.988867998
Sri Lanka prints enough money to wipe out Bangladesh swap with single failed bond auction,8/5/2021,Economy,Excess liquidity went up by over 50 billion rupees on the bond settlement day,Sri Lanka prints enough money to wipe out Bangladesh swap with single failed bond auction Excess liquidity went up by over 50 billion rupees on the bond settlement day,negative,-0.987993598
Sri Lanka fails to sell 12-pct of T-bills despite nudging up de facto policy rate,8/5/2021,Bonds & Forex,De facto policy rate up by 02 basis points,Sri Lanka fails to sell 12-pct of T-bills despite nudging up de facto policy rate De facto policy rate up by 02 basis points,negative,-0.999569952
"Sri Lanka allows imports of specialist fertilizer, micro-nutrients",8/5/2021,Economy,National sub HS codes issued to identify permitted classes of fertilizer,"Sri Lanka allows imports of specialist fertilizer, micro-nutrients National sub HS codes issued to identify permitted classes of fertilizer",positive,0.774336696
"Revisit restrictions, Sri Lanka medical specialists urge govt as delta, oxygen demand surge",8/4/2021,Health,"Further relaxation of OVID-19 restrictions is like adding fuel to the fire, the doctors said.","Revisit restrictions, Sri Lanka medical specialists urge govt as delta, oxygen demand surge Further relaxation of OVID-19 restrictions is like adding fuel to the fire, the doctors said.",negative,-0.947000504
Sri Lanka's Consumer Affairs Authority triggers LPG panic buying with price controls,8/4/2021,Energy,"Daily demand rises close to 100,000 from an earlier 90,000 cylinders","Sri Lanka's Consumer Affairs Authority triggers LPG panic buying with price controls Daily demand rises close to 100,000 from an earlier 90,000 cylinders",negative,-0.990248144
Sri Lanka stocks reverse gaining streak on profit taking,8/4/2021,Stocks & Companies,"Sri Lanka stocks edged down 0.15 percent on Wednesday, as investors booked profits","Sri Lanka stocks reverse gaining streak on profit taking Sri Lanka stocks edged down 0.15 percent on Wednesday, as investors booked profits",negative,-0.994220972
"UAE permits select inbound passengers from Sri Lanka, five other countries",8/4/2021,Health,Passengers must submit a laboratory PCR test taken within 72 hours prior to the time of departure.,"UAE permits select inbound passengers from Sri Lanka, five other countries Passengers must submit a laboratory PCR test taken within 72 hours prior to the time of departure.",negative,-0.93423456
"Sri Lanka's Katunanayake, Mattala airports to run IFS ERP",8/4/2021,Aviation,The software will connect smaller airports owned and operated by the state-run AASL,"Sri Lanka's Katunanayake, Mattala airports to run IFS ERP The software will connect smaller airports owned and operated by the state-run AASL",negative,-0.796861589
"Protests continue in Sri Lanka over teachers' salary demands, KNDU bill; two arrested",8/4/2021,Education,Teachers also defied a government order to all state public servants to return to work on Monday (02).,"Protests continue in Sri Lanka over teachers' salary demands, KNDU bill; two arrested Teachers also defied a government order to all state public servants to return to work on Monday (02).",negative,-0.990073204
Sri Lanka p'ment will not debate controversial defence university bill this week,8/4/2021,Defence,"""I believe MPs and the public should be given more time to express their views [on the bill],” the minister said.","Sri Lanka p'ment will not debate controversial defence university bill this week ""I believe MPs and the public should be given more time to express their views [on the bill],” the minister said.",negative,-0.977003276
Sri Lanka's Adani-JKH US$650mn port terminal gets 25-year tax holiday,8/4/2021,Logistics,First 600mn phase to be operation in 36-months,Sri Lanka's Adani-JKH US$650mn port terminal gets 25-year tax holiday First 600mn phase to be operation in 36-months,negative,-0.957001388
Cinnamon Life office tower to be Sri Lanka hub of India's HCL Technologies,8/4/2021,Business,HCL says the deal matches its growth plans in the island,Cinnamon Life office tower to be Sri Lanka hub of India's HCL Technologies HCL says the deal matches its growth plans in the island,positive,0.998185337
"Sri Lanka gets Rs3,500mn from post bond auction 'tap' issue",8/4/2021,Uncategorized,About 28 percent of the bonds unsold,"Sri Lanka gets Rs3,500mn from post bond auction 'tap' issue About 28 percent of the bonds unsold",negative,-0.987070858
Sri Lanka Marxists advise de la Rue worship as central bank credit tops trillion rupees,8/4/2021,Economy,The government should in fact worship the Biyagama money printing factory - Anura,Sri Lanka Marxists advise de la Rue worship as central bank credit tops trillion rupees The government should in fact worship the Biyagama money printing factory - Anura,negative,-0.986352444
"Omani Shumookh inks MOU with Sri Lanka's UDA, interested in G-secs",8/3/2021,Business,The firm had already proposed to invest in a 100 MW Solar Park in Siyabalanduwa in Sri Lanka,"Omani Shumookh inks MOU with Sri Lanka's UDA, interested in G-secs The firm had already proposed to invest in a 100 MW Solar Park in Siyabalanduwa in Sri Lanka",negative,-0.990479648
"Sri Lanka to pay Rs 1 mn for deaths, permanent disability from protected wild life",8/3/2021,Environment,"Wildlife on Sri Lanka’s protected animals list are elephants, leopards, bears, wild buffalo and crocodile.","Sri Lanka to pay Rs 1 mn for deaths, permanent disability from protected wild life Wildlife on Sri Lanka’s protected animals list are elephants, leopards, bears, wild buffalo and crocodile.",negative,-0.948545396
Sri Lanka to launch island-wide radio station dedicated to education,8/3/2021,Education,"This is amid reports of school children climbing roofs, rocks and trees to access mobile signals to study online.","Sri Lanka to launch island-wide radio station dedicated to education This is amid reports of school children climbing roofs, rocks and trees to access mobile signals to study online.",negative,-0.954895198
Sri Lanka cabinet firm on not giving in to teachers’ salary hike demand,8/3/2021,Education,"“When you resolve the issue of one sector, it will create more troubles in other sectors.""","Sri Lanka cabinet firm on not giving in to teachers’ salary hike demand “When you resolve the issue of one sector, it will create more troubles in other sectors.""",negative,-0.988798201
"LGBTQ rights: Sri Lanka still undecided, says govt in response to homophobic police video",8/3/2021,Human Rights,The video circulated online showed a counsellor openly making homophobic remarks at a police training in Kandy.,"LGBTQ rights: Sri Lanka still undecided, says govt in response to homophobic police video The video circulated online showed a counsellor openly making homophobic remarks at a police training in Kandy.",negative,-0.991136312
"Sri Lanka shares rise on earning hopes, IMF SDR",8/3/2021,Stocks & Companies,"Sri Lanka stocks rose 0.91 percent up on  index heavy weights like Expolanka holdings, LOLC holdings, and Vallible One","Sri Lanka shares rise on earning hopes, IMF SDR Sri Lanka stocks rose 0.91 percent up on  index heavy weights like Expolanka holdings, LOLC holdings, and Vallible One",positive,0.919620275
COVID-19 situation over next two weeks already decided: Sri Lanka Medical Association,8/3/2021,Health,The SLMA had previously warned again lifting a COVID-19 travel restriction between provinces.,COVID-19 situation over next two weeks already decided: Sri Lanka Medical Association The SLMA had previously warned again lifting a COVID-19 travel restriction between provinces.,negative,-0.99552393
Sri Lanka Lady Ridgeway Children's Hospital runs out of COVID-19 treatment capacity,8/3/2021,Health,LRCH Director Dr G Wijesuriya said around 70 children with COVID-19 are currently undergoing treatment at the hospital.,Sri Lanka Lady Ridgeway Children's Hospital runs out of COVID-19 treatment capacity LRCH Director Dr G Wijesuriya said around 70 children with COVID-19 are currently undergoing treatment at the hospital.,negative,-0.999032617
Sri Lanka university students block p'ment road in protest of defence uni bill,8/3/2021,Education,The protestors claimed the bill is threatening free education in Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka university students block p'ment road in protest of defence uni bill The protestors claimed the bill is threatening free education in Sri Lanka,negative,-0.995508194
"Sri Lanka rupee dollar swap discounts narrow, short tenors positive",8/3/2021,Bonds & Forex,Importers willing to pay higher rates rather than pay demurrage ,"Sri Lanka rupee dollar swap discounts narrow, short tenors positive Importers willing to pay higher rates rather than pay demurrage ",negative,-0.923289835
Sri Lanka health minister promises p'ment weekly updates on COVID-19,8/3/2021,Health,"Rather than answering questions raised in parliament, Wanniarachchi said, she will opt for a comprehensive statement.","Sri Lanka health minister promises p'ment weekly updates on COVID-19 Rather than answering questions raised in parliament, Wanniarachchi said, she will opt for a comprehensive statement.",negative,-0.996126473
Speaker to probe alleged verbal sexual harassment of Sri Lanka female opposition MP,8/3/2021,Gender Issues,The MP in question had allegedly sung a lewd song lyric directed at MP Athukorala.,Speaker to probe alleged verbal sexual harassment of Sri Lanka female opposition MP The MP in question had allegedly sung a lewd song lyric directed at MP Athukorala.,negative,-0.996004164
"Sri Lanka to address teachers' salary anomalies in November budget, no quick fix: Minister",8/3/2021,Education,Sri Lanka’s ongoing economic woes brought about by the pandemic will not allow a quick fix to the teachers’ demands.,"Sri Lanka to address teachers' salary anomalies in November budget, no quick fix: Minister Sri Lanka’s ongoing economic woes brought about by the pandemic will not allow a quick fix to the teachers’ demands.",negative,-0.99872762
"Flexibility, culture likely to decide Sri Lanka post-pandemic workforce",8/3/2021,Business,There is no geographic boundary for talent anymore,"Flexibility, culture likely to decide Sri Lanka post-pandemic workforce There is no geographic boundary for talent anymore",positive,0.982292593
"IMF to allocate SDRs on August 23, Sri Lanka expects around US$800mn",8/3/2021,Economy,"The SDR allocation will benefit all members, address the long-term global need for reserves, build confidence","IMF to allocate SDRs on August 23, Sri Lanka expects around US$800mn The SDR allocation will benefit all members, address the long-term global need for reserves, build confidence",negative,-0.917189121
Qatar relaxes restrictions for inbound travellers from Sri Lanka and five other countries,8/3/2021,Health,"Sinopharm, the most widely used COVID-19 vaccine in Sri Lanka, is “conditionally approved” for inbound passengers.","Qatar relaxes restrictions for inbound travellers from Sri Lanka and five other countries Sinopharm, the most widely used COVID-19 vaccine in Sri Lanka, is “conditionally approved” for inbound passengers.",positive,0.860161066
"Health experts warn of impending global Delta surge, Sri Lanka included",8/3/2021,Health,"“Sri Lanka is going to face the worst outbreak it had faced, in the months ahead,” he said.","Health experts warn of impending global Delta surge, Sri Lanka included “Sri Lanka is going to face the worst outbreak it had faced, in the months ahead,” he said.",negative,-0.997827828
Sri Lanka bond yields end steady,8/2/2021,Bonds & Forex,Rupee inactive ,Sri Lanka bond yields end steady Rupee inactive ,negative,-0.99565953
Sri Lanka stocks gain on Expolanka after earnings; foreign outflow continues,8/2/2021,Stocks & Companies,"Sri Lanka stocks gain on Expolanka Holdings, Browns Investments and LOLC Holdings","Sri Lanka stocks gain on Expolanka after earnings; foreign outflow continues Sri Lanka stocks gain on Expolanka Holdings, Browns Investments and LOLC Holdings",positive,0.981272817
Sri Lanka generation plan renewable power share for 2030 equal to Germany: CEB engineers,8/2/2021,Energy,Grid upgrades and storage to take it to 70-pct could cost US$3.7bn,Sri Lanka generation plan renewable power share for 2030 equal to Germany: CEB engineers Grid upgrades and storage to take it to 70-pct could cost US$3.7bn,negative,-0.993459463
Third ex domestic aide at Sri Lanka MP's residence alleges sexual assault,8/2/2021,Crime,Statements have been recorded from seven women who had worked at the Bathuideen residence as domestic aides.,Third ex domestic aide at Sri Lanka MP's residence alleges sexual assault Statements have been recorded from seven women who had worked at the Bathuideen residence as domestic aides.,negative,-0.989752889
Sri Lanka exporters can get online certificates of origin: FCCISL,8/2/2021,Business,A trial digital form offered for a nominal feel only for August ,Sri Lanka exporters can get online certificates of origin: FCCISL A trial digital form offered for a nominal feel only for August ,negative,-0.987868726
"Nearly 70,000 Sri Lankans receive AstraZeneca second dose, ending months of waiting",8/2/2021,Health,"A total of 455,151 have now received the second dose of AstraZeneca so far, since February 2021.","Nearly 70,000 Sri Lankans receive AstraZeneca second dose, ending months of waiting A total of 455,151 have now received the second dose of AstraZeneca so far, since February 2021.",negative,-0.957580388
Sri Lanka Ports Authority profits Rs4.9bn up to April 2021,8/2/2021,Logistics,"SLPA revenues had grown 23 percent to 17,024 million rupees","Sri Lanka Ports Authority profits Rs4.9bn up to April 2021 SLPA revenues had grown 23 percent to 17,024 million rupees",negative,-0.743601501
Sri Lanka's Rs213bn money printing to repay foreign debt: Treasury Secretary explains,8/2/2021,Economy,I have to take rupees from the central bank to get dollars. This is how it happens,Sri Lanka's Rs213bn money printing to repay foreign debt: Treasury Secretary explains I have to take rupees from the central bank to get dollars. This is how it happens,negative,-0.987306714
SriLankan resumes weekly flights to Russia,8/1/2021,Aviation,Moscow flights are a significant air link that opens to the gateway of the South Asian region,SriLankan resumes weekly flights to Russia Moscow flights are a significant air link that opens to the gateway of the South Asian region,positive,0.999317169
AstraZeneca second jab to be rolled out in 38 locations in Sri Lanka's western province,8/1/2021,Health,"A total of 539,357 people will get their second jab  of AstraZeneca starting tomorrow.","AstraZeneca second jab to be rolled out in 38 locations in Sri Lanka's western province A total of 539,357 people will get their second jab  of AstraZeneca starting tomorrow.",negative,-0.951794744
Sri Lanka COVID vax research: Elderly at risk if second AstraZeneca jab delayed,8/1/2021,Health,The study was conducted among 655 healthcare workers who got their first dose of AstraZeneca in February and March.,Sri Lanka COVID vax research: Elderly at risk if second AstraZeneca jab delayed The study was conducted among 655 healthcare workers who got their first dose of AstraZeneca in February and March.,negative,-0.993770063
Sri Lanka to roll out new AstraZeneca jabs at 20+ vax centres in western province,7/31/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka received 728,460 doses of AstraZeneca on Saturday (31) as a donation from the Japanese government.","Sri Lanka to roll out new AstraZeneca jabs at 20+ vax centres in western province Sri Lanka received 728,460 doses of AstraZeneca on Saturday (31) as a donation from the Japanese government.",negative,-0.965565622
Sri Lanka follows Argentina into 'precios cuidados' as rice prices soar amid money printing,7/31/2021,Economy,Minister promises 50 to 75 rupee fall in prices in a week,Sri Lanka follows Argentina into 'precios cuidados' as rice prices soar amid money printing Minister promises 50 to 75 rupee fall in prices in a week,negative,-0.992625892
"Military training: Misguided, Counterproductive, and Against Buddhist Values.",7/31/2021,Op-ed/Special Reports,"Skills cultivated through mindfulness include awareness, scientific observation, empathy, equanimity, and compassion. ","Military training: Misguided, Counterproductive, and Against Buddhist Values. Skills cultivated through mindfulness include awareness, scientific observation, empathy, equanimity, and compassion. ",positive,0.992451012
AstraZeneca second dose finally en route for over half a million Sri Lankans,7/31/2021,Health,The jabs are half of a promised 1.45 million doses to be donated by Japan through the COVAX facility.,AstraZeneca second dose finally en route for over half a million Sri Lankans The jabs are half of a promised 1.45 million doses to be donated by Japan through the COVAX facility.,negative,-0.995492697
LTTE violating Nike intellectual property: Sri Lanka foreign ministry,7/31/2021,Business,Nike has not made purported LTTE shoes,LTTE violating Nike intellectual property: Sri Lanka foreign ministry Nike has not made purported LTTE shoes,negative,-0.995938897
"Sri Lanka state revenues up 8-pct to June, below 2021 budget targets: Treasury Secretary",7/31/2021,Economy,Capex also slowed,"Sri Lanka state revenues up 8-pct to June, below 2021 budget targets: Treasury Secretary Capex also slowed",negative,-0.997869253
Sri Lanka stocks end lower on profit-taking; Expolanka up after earnings ,7/30/2021,Markets,Foreign investors continued to exit the island nation’s risky asset.,Sri Lanka stocks end lower on profit-taking; Expolanka up after earnings  Foreign investors continued to exit the island nation’s risky asset.,negative,-0.997406423
Sri Lanka to resume govt services fully despite health warnings,7/30/2021,Economy,"Since the majority of public servants have also been vaccinated, the priority should be given to restore normalcy","Sri Lanka to resume govt services fully despite health warnings Since the majority of public servants have also been vaccinated, the priority should be given to restore normalcy",negative,-0.799233377
"Sri Lanka inflation rises to 5.7-pct July 2021, overtakes policy rate",7/30/2021,Economy,CCPI overtook the de facto policy rate of the 12-month gilt ceiling in June,"Sri Lanka inflation rises to 5.7-pct July 2021, overtakes policy rate CCPI overtook the de facto policy rate of the 12-month gilt ceiling in June",negative,-0.98833859
"Sri Lanka spends Rs53bn on Covid-19, vaccines US$110mn",7/30/2021,Economy,"By the month of June, 53 billion were spent as direct expenses for COVID apart from the vaccines,"" Treasury Secretary.","Sri Lanka spends Rs53bn on Covid-19, vaccines US$110mn By the month of June, 53 billion were spent as direct expenses for COVID apart from the vaccines,"" Treasury Secretary.",negative,-0.991750181
Sri Lanka not planning new import controls: Treasury secretary,7/30/2021,Economy,'It is not a very good thing to do',Sri Lanka not planning new import controls: Treasury secretary 'It is not a very good thing to do',negative,-0.999761403
SriLankan MRO begins servicing Qatar aircraft,7/30/2021,Aviation,Plans to set up more facilities at regional airports,SriLankan MRO begins servicing Qatar aircraft Plans to set up more facilities at regional airports,negative,-0.82613337
Sri Lanka celebs seek presidential pardon for imprisoned actor-politico,7/30/2021,Politics,The petition was handed to the president’s private secretary Sugeeshwara Bandara Friday morning.,Sri Lanka celebs seek presidential pardon for imprisoned actor-politico The petition was handed to the president’s private secretary Sugeeshwara Bandara Friday morning.,negative,-0.993391812
Sri Lanka's ExpoLanka Holdings profits surge in June 2021,7/30/2021,Logistics,"""This was driven by a surge in consumer demand in the US retail markets""","Sri Lanka's ExpoLanka Holdings profits surge in June 2021 ""This was driven by a surge in consumer demand in the US retail markets""",positive,0.972617924
Sri Lanka sets new daily vax record with over half a million jabbed in one day,7/30/2021,Health,"“The most convenient vaccine we were able to get, may be due to our diplomatic relationship, was Sinopham,” he said.","Sri Lanka sets new daily vax record with over half a million jabbed in one day “The most convenient vaccine we were able to get, may be due to our diplomatic relationship, was Sinopham,” he said.",negative,-0.990080416
Sri Lanka main opposition SJB not other side of any coin: Rehaan Jayawickreme,7/30/2021,Politics,He said the country needed a 'viable alterative' and the SJB was that.,Sri Lanka main opposition SJB not other side of any coin: Rehaan Jayawickreme He said the country needed a 'viable alterative' and the SJB was that.,negative,-0.977389336
Sri Lanka to pick losers as omniscient elites drive interventionism to extremes: Bellwether,7/30/2021,Bellwether,"'A new type of superstition has got hold of people's minds, the worship of the state'","Sri Lanka to pick losers as omniscient elites drive interventionism to extremes: Bellwether 'A new type of superstition has got hold of people's minds, the worship of the state'",positive,0.994742393
"Sri Lanka Development Bonds auction, US$59mn sold, 44-pct rolled over",7/30/2021,Bonds & Forex,Auction was for US$30mn with an additional 80mn,"Sri Lanka Development Bonds auction, US$59mn sold, 44-pct rolled over Auction was for US$30mn with an additional 80mn",negative,-0.992735386
"Sri Lanka fails to sell 31-pct of Treasury bond auction, tap offer",7/30/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Available on tap till 1600hour on July 30, for 2024 and 2021 maturities","Sri Lanka fails to sell 31-pct of Treasury bond auction, tap offer Available on tap till 1600hour on July 30, for 2024 and 2021 maturities",negative,-0.999246478
Sri Lanka removes limits on flights carrying full vaxxed passengers,7/29/2021,Health,"However, existing limitations on unvaccinated passengers will remain, the CAA said in a circular.","Sri Lanka removes limits on flights carrying full vaxxed passengers However, existing limitations on unvaccinated passengers will remain, the CAA said in a circular.",negative,-0.974848211
Sri Lanka had little choice except China's Sinopharm: Weeratunga,7/29/2021,Health,"There is no point of having WHO approval and high effectiveness, if there is no vaccine","Sri Lanka had little choice except China's Sinopharm: Weeratunga There is no point of having WHO approval and high effectiveness, if there is no vaccine",negative,-0.995925426
Sri Lanka launches local James S Brady Press Briefing Room,7/29/2021,Politics,"In theory and in the book, every government has to do good","Sri Lanka launches local James S Brady Press Briefing Room In theory and in the book, every government has to do good",positive,0.981638074
"Sri Lanka to raid lunch sheet sellers, outlaw plastic garlands",7/29/2021,Environment,The island has several alternatives to lunch sheets,"Sri Lanka to raid lunch sheet sellers, outlaw plastic garlands The island has several alternatives to lunch sheets",negative,-0.989962637
Sri Lanka rupee dollar swaps turn positive at the short end,7/29/2021,Bonds & Forex,The kerb market for US dollar was around 222.70/223.50 rupees,Sri Lanka rupee dollar swaps turn positive at the short end The kerb market for US dollar was around 222.70/223.50 rupees,positive,0.521381497
"Sri Lanka stocks gain on heavyweights, local buying",7/29/2021,Stocks & Companies,"Sri Lanka stocks gain led by index heavy weights Distilleries Plc, LOLC Holdings and Aitken Spence","Sri Lanka stocks gain on heavyweights, local buying Sri Lanka stocks gain led by index heavy weights Distilleries Plc, LOLC Holdings and Aitken Spence",negative,-0.865354478
"Comorbidities, lack of vax, negligence behind surge in Sri Lanka's COVID-19 deaths: official",7/29/2021,Health,Tuesday (27) saw 63 confirmed deaths due to COVID-19.,"Comorbidities, lack of vax, negligence behind surge in Sri Lanka's COVID-19 deaths: official Tuesday (27) saw 63 confirmed deaths due to COVID-19.",negative,-0.997248828
"Emirates further extends suspension of passengers from Sri Lanka, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh",7/29/2021,Health,Emirates Airlines made this announcement on its website in line with UAE government directives.,"Emirates further extends suspension of passengers from Sri Lanka, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh Emirates Airlines made this announcement on its website in line with UAE government directives.",negative,-0.971594274
Sri Lanka industries minister in self-isolation after COVID scare,7/29/2021,Health,"“Considering I’m a close contact of the police officers, I have decided to quarantine myself at home for 14 days""","Sri Lanka industries minister in self-isolation after COVID scare “Considering I’m a close contact of the police officers, I have decided to quarantine myself at home for 14 days""",negative,-0.99690932
Sri Lanka police arrest woman with six billion rupees in five bank accounts,7/29/2021,Crime,The suspect was arrested under provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.,Sri Lanka police arrest woman with six billion rupees in five bank accounts The suspect was arrested under provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.,negative,-0.963973224
"Sri Lanka police to nab child porn uploaders; 18,000 images, videos posted in five weeks",7/29/2021,Crime,"“Even uploading pornographic material of foreign origin is a crime,” said Rohana.","Sri Lanka police to nab child porn uploaders; 18,000 images, videos posted in five weeks “Even uploading pornographic material of foreign origin is a crime,” said Rohana.",negative,-0.994991481
Sri Lanka ruling party and main opposition two sides of the same coin: ex foreign minister,7/29/2021,Politics,"“In short, Sir has failed, and ‘Sa’ has also failed,” he said.","Sri Lanka ruling party and main opposition two sides of the same coin: ex foreign minister “In short, Sir has failed, and ‘Sa’ has also failed,” he said.",negative,-0.999233246
Concerns raised over US deal subverting Sri Lanka competitive LNG terminal procurement,7/29/2021,Energy,It is like an interloper coming between an engaged couple on the way to be married,Concerns raised over US deal subverting Sri Lanka competitive LNG terminal procurement It is like an interloper coming between an engaged couple on the way to be married,negative,-0.987030327
"Sri Lanka's Adani backed container terminal finalizing design, structuring: John Keells",7/29/2021,Logistics,Work is progressing well towards meeting the conditions stipulated in the LOI,"Sri Lanka's Adani backed container terminal finalizing design, structuring: John Keells Work is progressing well towards meeting the conditions stipulated in the LOI",positive,0.994449258
NDB Bank Sri Lanka net up 55-pct in June 2021 quarter,7/29/2021,Banking,Gains in both fee and net interest income,NDB Bank Sri Lanka net up 55-pct in June 2021 quarter Gains in both fee and net interest income,positive,0.910651386
Sri Lanka Customs reforms to ease doing business: P B Jayasundera,7/29/2021,Economy,'We need much more effective custom administration with a more simple and transparent system of tariff ',Sri Lanka Customs reforms to ease doing business: P B Jayasundera 'We need much more effective custom administration with a more simple and transparent system of tariff ',negative,-0.96057421
Federal Reserve starts US$500bn overnight liquidity window as Powell Bubble rages,7/29/2021,Business,Foreign central banks given overnight facility of US$60bn each,Federal Reserve starts US$500bn overnight liquidity window as Powell Bubble rages Foreign central banks given overnight facility of US$60bn each,negative,-0.989423335
Sri Lanka fails to sell 41-pct of Treasuries at de facto policy rate ceiling,7/28/2021,Bonds & Forex,Ceiling rate set at 5.26-pct,Sri Lanka fails to sell 41-pct of Treasuries at de facto policy rate ceiling Ceiling rate set at 5.26-pct,negative,-0.999716461
World's biggest star sapphire cluster in Sri Lanka may fetch up to one billion USD,7/28/2021,Uncategorized,"“We kept it from the spotlight for security reasons,” Weerasinghe told EconomyNext.","World's biggest star sapphire cluster in Sri Lanka may fetch up to one billion USD “We kept it from the spotlight for security reasons,” Weerasinghe told EconomyNext.",negative,-0.959561229
"Sri Lanka to receive 700,000+ doses of long-awaited AstraZeneca on Saturday",7/28/2021,Health,The full consignment was originally expected to arrive in Sri Lanka on July 19 but kept getting pushed back.,"Sri Lanka to receive 700,000+ doses of long-awaited AstraZeneca on Saturday The full consignment was originally expected to arrive in Sri Lanka on July 19 but kept getting pushed back.",negative,-0.997271359
Sri Lanka bond yields remain steady,7/28/2021,Bonds & Forex,Rupee inactive,Sri Lanka bond yields remain steady Rupee inactive,negative,-0.997808039
Sri Lanka John Keells Holdings back in profits in June 2021 quarter,7/28/2021,Markets,Leisure still in the red,Sri Lanka John Keells Holdings back in profits in June 2021 quarter Leisure still in the red,negative,-0.942392409
Sri Lanka stocks reverse losing trend after ISB repayment; foreigners leave,7/28/2021,Stocks & Companies,"The gain was led by Expolanka Holdings, Browns Investments and Ambeon Capital","Sri Lanka stocks reverse losing trend after ISB repayment; foreigners leave The gain was led by Expolanka Holdings, Browns Investments and Ambeon Capital",negative,-0.990244985
"Sri Lanka opp. leader wants death penalty for terrorists, drug traffickers",7/28/2021,Human Rights,"As recently as October 2020, the SJB leader called it an “urgent need” of the hour.","Sri Lanka opp. leader wants death penalty for terrorists, drug traffickers As recently as October 2020, the SJB leader called it an “urgent need” of the hour.",positive,0.958979487
Sri Lanka opposition MP Harin Fernando summoned to CID over Easter attack speech,7/28/2021,Politics,Fernando has been questioning the official narrative with regard to the masterminds of the Easter bombings.,Sri Lanka opposition MP Harin Fernando summoned to CID over Easter attack speech Fernando has been questioning the official narrative with regard to the masterminds of the Easter bombings.,negative,-0.850294352
Sri Lanka's nurses to launch protest-strike during lunch hour over unfulfilled promises,7/28/2021,Health,"Other nurses’ unions are also invited to join, he said.","Sri Lanka's nurses to launch protest-strike during lunch hour over unfulfilled promises Other nurses’ unions are also invited to join, he said.",negative,-0.95313555
Sri Lanka central bank bill stock top trillion rupees after July reserve outflow,7/28/2021,Economy,Landmark month,Sri Lanka central bank bill stock top trillion rupees after July reserve outflow Landmark month,negative,-0.696078122
"Sri Lanka’s fertilizer, energy reforms 'very painful' but healthy: Jayasundera",7/28/2021,Economy,'The national balance sheet is very scary because almost all districts are reporting non-communicable ... diseases',"Sri Lanka’s fertilizer, energy reforms 'very painful' but healthy: Jayasundera 'The national balance sheet is very scary because almost all districts are reporting non-communicable ... diseases'",positive,0.528652966
Sri Lanka's Best Corporate Citizens awards to have Covid focus,7/28/2021,Miscellaneous,The ‘Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Award 2021 (BCCS Awards)’,Sri Lanka's Best Corporate Citizens awards to have Covid focus The ‘Best Corporate Citizen Sustainability Award 2021 (BCCS Awards)’,positive,0.999651551
"Matale, Sri Lanka land for Fantasy Land Entertainment",7/27/2021,Business,42 acres from land reform commission ,"Matale, Sri Lanka land for Fantasy Land Entertainment 42 acres from land reform commission ",negative,-0.979875803
"Daily COVID-19 cases, oxygen demand on the rise in Sri Lanka as hospital capacity drops",7/27/2021,Health,Health ministry data as of Tuesday (27) shows a gradual increase in daily case numbers over the past few days.,"Daily COVID-19 cases, oxygen demand on the rise in Sri Lanka as hospital capacity drops Health ministry data as of Tuesday (27) shows a gradual increase in daily case numbers over the past few days.",negative,-0.994422972
Virtual education further stalled in Sri Lanka as talks fail between teachers and PM,7/27/2021,Education,The strike will deprive tens of thousands of Sri Lanka’s students of virtual education.,Virtual education further stalled in Sri Lanka as talks fail between teachers and PM The strike will deprive tens of thousands of Sri Lanka’s students of virtual education.,negative,-0.999201596
Sri Lanka cabinet nod for purchase of injection solutions from Chinese joint venture,7/27/2021,Health,"The plant will manufacture basic injection solutions including normal saline, dextrose solution, Hartmann solution, etc.","Sri Lanka cabinet nod for purchase of injection solutions from Chinese joint venture The plant will manufacture basic injection solutions including normal saline, dextrose solution, Hartmann solution, etc.",negative,-0.930555701
Sri Lanka rupee ends inactive in forex market,7/27/2021,Markets,"Short tenor gilt yields steady, long-tenor flat","Sri Lanka rupee ends inactive in forex market Short tenor gilt yields steady, long-tenor flat",negative,-0.998656511
Sri Lanka stocks close lower for the second day,7/27/2021,Markets,"Expolanka Holdings, Commercial Leasing and Finance, and Browns Investments","Sri Lanka stocks close lower for the second day Expolanka Holdings, Commercial Leasing and Finance, and Browns Investments",negative,-0.999436915
Sri Lanka Freedom Party not satisfied with talks with president: Rohana Lakshman,7/27/2021,Politics,"“Nothing very productive happened [other than] the president agreeing to give  funds to SLFP local counciillors."" ","Sri Lanka Freedom Party not satisfied with talks with president: Rohana Lakshman “Nothing very productive happened [other than] the president agreeing to give  funds to SLFP local counciillors."" ",negative,-0.999498248
Sri Lanka IOC unit posts Rs273mn profit with finance income,7/27/2021,Energy,Lanka IOC posted finance income of 351 million rupees,Sri Lanka IOC unit posts Rs273mn profit with finance income Lanka IOC posted finance income of 351 million rupees,negative,-0.949270129
Sri Lanka police on the prowl for employers of underage domestic workers,7/27/2021,Law and Order,The operation comes in the wake of the death of a 16-year-old domestic worker at MP Rishad Bathuideen's residence.,Sri Lanka police on the prowl for employers of underage domestic workers The operation comes in the wake of the death of a 16-year-old domestic worker at MP Rishad Bathuideen's residence.,negative,-0.995026886
China firm proposes US$200mn cargo services centre in Colombo Port,7/27/2021,Logistics,Panel to evaluate the proposal,China firm proposes US$200mn cargo services centre in Colombo Port Panel to evaluate the proposal,negative,-0.944086075
Sri Lanka sets new single-day vax record; half a million await second jab of AstraZeneca,7/27/2021,Health,Sixty-six cases of the Delta variant have been confirmed in the island so far.,Sri Lanka sets new single-day vax record; half a million await second jab of AstraZeneca Sixty-six cases of the Delta variant have been confirmed in the island so far.,negative,-0.966558099
"Sri Lanka ruling party sees conspiracy behind wave of protests, strikes",7/27/2021,Politics,"“The same groups who tried to prevent the war victory are behind the wave of protests and strikes.""","Sri Lanka ruling party sees conspiracy behind wave of protests, strikes “The same groups who tried to prevent the war victory are behind the wave of protests and strikes.""",negative,-0.976753592
'Dramatic change' in new Sri Lanka finance minister’s 2022 budget,7/27/2021,Economy,2022 budget to achieve meaningful fiscal responsibility: Jayasundera,'Dramatic change' in new Sri Lanka finance minister’s 2022 budget 2022 budget to achieve meaningful fiscal responsibility: Jayasundera,positive,0.999131739
First Degree Mantaslaughter,7/27/2021,Environment,Does Sri Lanka Now Lead the World in Exterminating Ocean Rays?,First Degree Mantaslaughter Does Sri Lanka Now Lead the World in Exterminating Ocean Rays?,negative,-0.985480368
Sri Lanka reserve fall after bond payment will be temporary: Minister Cabraal,7/27/2021,Economy,'Reserves to be buttressed with non-debt inflows',Sri Lanka reserve fall after bond payment will be temporary: Minister Cabraal 'Reserves to be buttressed with non-debt inflows',negative,-0.990797877
Sri Lanka in a balancing act with global powers for investment: P B Jayasundera,7/27/2021,Economy,De-link investments from loans,Sri Lanka in a balancing act with global powers for investment: P B Jayasundera De-link investments from loans,positive,0.960896373
20-30 percent of unconfirmed Delta cases in Sri Lanka may be in Colombo: official,7/26/2021,Health,"Initial research has confirmed that Delta is present in the community, Dr Herath said.","20-30 percent of unconfirmed Delta cases in Sri Lanka may be in Colombo: official Initial research has confirmed that Delta is present in the community, Dr Herath said.",positive,0.983905494
Sri Lanka expands hazardous jobs list for minors following teen domestic aide death,7/26/2021,Legal,The 2016 Education Act extended the age limit for compulsory to education to 16.,Sri Lanka expands hazardous jobs list for minors following teen domestic aide death The 2016 Education Act extended the age limit for compulsory to education to 16.,negative,-0.976345837
Sri Lanka postpones GCE O/L exams to February 2022,7/26/2021,Education,"The exam will take place from February 21 to March 03, the education minister said.","Sri Lanka postpones GCE O/L exams to February 2022 The exam will take place from February 21 to March 03, the education minister said.",negative,-0.903517485
Sri Lanka stocks close lower,7/26/2021,Markets,"LOLC Holdings, Ceylon Tobacco Company and Dialog Axiata pushed ASPI down","Sri Lanka stocks close lower LOLC Holdings, Ceylon Tobacco Company and Dialog Axiata pushed ASPI down",negative,-0.99953413
"Sri Lanka will manage debt stress, will not seek IMF loan: P B Jayasundera",7/26/2021,Economy,July a stressful month,"Sri Lanka will manage debt stress, will not seek IMF loan: P B Jayasundera July a stressful month",positive,0.981220603
Sri Lanka's Ideal Finance upgraded 9 levels after India's Mahindra takeover,7/26/2021,Bonds & Forex,Ideal is linked to Mahindra and Mahindra agents in Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka's Ideal Finance upgraded 9 levels after India's Mahindra takeover Ideal is linked to Mahindra and Mahindra agents in Sri Lanka,positive,0.938138247
"Sri Lanka receives 90,000 more doses of Pfizer-BioNTech",7/26/2021,Health,"With the new consignment, Sri Lanka has received a total of 205,920 doses of the US-manufactured vaccine.","Sri Lanka receives 90,000 more doses of Pfizer-BioNTech With the new consignment, Sri Lanka has received a total of 205,920 doses of the US-manufactured vaccine.",negative,-0.988184929
"Emirates extends suspension of passengers from Sri Lanka, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh",7/26/2021,Aviation,Emirates Airlines made this announcement on its website on July 24 in line with UAE government directives.,"Emirates extends suspension of passengers from Sri Lanka, India, Pakistan, Bangladesh Emirates Airlines made this announcement on its website on July 24 in line with UAE government directives.",negative,-0.966252923
Sri Lanka ex-MP Upeksha Swarnamali arrested following accident in Kandy,7/26/2021,Accident,The motorcyclist has been admitted to the Peradeniya hospital.,Sri Lanka ex-MP Upeksha Swarnamali arrested following accident in Kandy The motorcyclist has been admitted to the Peradeniya hospital.,negative,-0.961287498
Death of teen domestic aide: Sri Lanka MP's family members to be produced in court,7/26/2021,Crime,"""Our intention is to carry out a sharp investigation,"" police spokesman SDIG Ajith Rohana said.","Death of teen domestic aide: Sri Lanka MP's family members to be produced in court ""Our intention is to carry out a sharp investigation,"" police spokesman SDIG Ajith Rohana said.",negative,-0.9861601
Sri Lanka to recoup US$200mn from bond settlement back to forex reserves: Minister Cabraal,7/26/2021,Economy,Out of billion dollar bond US$310 million held by resident investors,Sri Lanka to recoup US$200mn from bond settlement back to forex reserves: Minister Cabraal Out of billion dollar bond US$310 million held by resident investors,negative,-0.968124926
Sri Lanka begins week with torrential downpour; met dept hopeful condition won't persist,7/26/2021,Weather and Climate,"“At present, it doesn’t look like the condition will persist, but we are waiting for updated observations,” she sa...","Sri Lanka begins week with torrential downpour; met dept hopeful condition won't persist “At present, it doesn’t look like the condition will persist, but we are waiting for updated observations,” she sa...",negative,-0.985631943
"Sri Lanka rupee swap discounts ease further, exporter parallel rates up",7/26/2021,Economy,Financial outflows by some foreign banks are met at higher rates,"Sri Lanka rupee swap discounts ease further, exporter parallel rates up Financial outflows by some foreign banks are met at higher rates",positive,0.922724068
IMF suggests taming 'market power' instead of central banks as Powell bubble bites,7/26/2021,Economy,Big companies may force earlier monetary tightening,IMF suggests taming 'market power' instead of central banks as Powell bubble bites Big companies may force earlier monetary tightening,negative,-0.996138752
"Sri Lanka sending money to repay billion dollar ISB, late buyers to profit: Minister Cabraal",7/25/2021,Economy,"As yields rose in 2020, domestic banks bought the bonds","Sri Lanka sending money to repay billion dollar ISB, late buyers to profit: Minister Cabraal As yields rose in 2020, domestic banks bought the bonds",negative,-0.829086185
Vietnam to impose night curfew in Ho Chi Minh City as Coronavirus surges,7/25/2021,Vietnam News,"The situation was extremely dangerous and it was imperative to use stronger measures, city boss says","Vietnam to impose night curfew in Ho Chi Minh City as Coronavirus surges The situation was extremely dangerous and it was imperative to use stronger measures, city boss says",negative,-0.997572958
"R Rajamahendran, head of Sri Lanka's Maharaja group passes away",7/25/2021,Culture,"Sashi Rajamahendran, his son to lead the group","R Rajamahendran, head of Sri Lanka's Maharaja group passes away Sashi Rajamahendran, his son to lead the group",negative,-0.883317828
"Sampath Bank merchants to get payments from Diners Club, Discover and Amex via Paycorp",7/25/2021,Banking,Six payment networks integrated,"Sampath Bank merchants to get payments from Diners Club, Discover and Amex via Paycorp Six payment networks integrated",negative,-0.965689003
"Sri Lanka, tea, palm oil farms to be hit by fertilizer ban: Fitch",7/25/2021,Business,Tea production could sharply fall if fertilizer supplies reduce,"Sri Lanka, tea, palm oil farms to be hit by fertilizer ban: Fitch Tea production could sharply fall if fertilizer supplies reduce",negative,-0.999368131
"Sri Lanka national inflation at 6.1-pct in June 2021, prices jump 1.5-pct",7/25/2021,Economy,Powell bubble is also firing up global commodity prices,"Sri Lanka national inflation at 6.1-pct in June 2021, prices jump 1.5-pct Powell bubble is also firing up global commodity prices",negative,-0.988451123
"US retracts Vietnam 'currency manipulation' claim, repeats lie on 'one sided' interventions",7/24/2021,Economy,Vietnam intervened heavily in forex markets when Yellen tightened policy in 2014/15 and 2018,"US retracts Vietnam 'currency manipulation' claim, repeats lie on 'one sided' interventions Vietnam intervened heavily in forex markets when Yellen tightened policy in 2014/15 and 2018",negative,-0.991558671
Sri Lanka firms with global links learn to compete better and raise standards,7/24/2021,Business,"Customers, partners and competition","Sri Lanka firms with global links learn to compete better and raise standards Customers, partners and competition",positive,0.995484948
"Vietnam promises US it will not devalue, but dreaded Sri Lanka style 'monetary modernization' looms",7/23/2021,Economy,Governor Thi Hong insists monetary policy of strong Dong is for stability not for Mercantilism,"Vietnam promises US it will not devalue, but dreaded Sri Lanka style 'monetary modernization' looms Governor Thi Hong insists monetary policy of strong Dong is for stability not for Mercantilism",negative,-0.984240413
"Sri Lanka’s Ceylon tea prices weak, output fall expected",7/23/2021,Agriculture,Crop intake may be falling in some areas,"Sri Lanka’s Ceylon tea prices weak, output fall expected Crop intake may be falling in some areas",negative,-0.99926573
"Sri Lanka vaccinates 30-pct of population with first dose, most with Sinopharm",7/23/2021,Economy,Over the past week 1.4mn doses administered,"Sri Lanka vaccinates 30-pct of population with first dose, most with Sinopharm Over the past week 1.4mn doses administered",negative,-0.940002978
"Death of former Sri Lanka MP’s 16-y-o domestic aide: Police arrest MP's wife, in-laws",7/23/2021,Crime,A 64-year-old suspect who had brought the girl to work at the former minister’s residence was also arrested.,"Death of former Sri Lanka MP’s 16-y-o domestic aide: Police arrest MP's wife, in-laws A 64-year-old suspect who had brought the girl to work at the former minister’s residence was also arrested.",negative,-0.998445213
Some Sri Lanka firms could be hit on import controls as reserves fall: Fitch,7/23/2021,Economy,"Import substitution firms to benefit, essential goods may be neutral","Some Sri Lanka firms could be hit on import controls as reserves fall: Fitch Import substitution firms to benefit, essential goods may be neutral",negative,-0.998307228
"Sri Lanka liquidity down amid reserve outflows, overnight rates edge up",7/22/2021,Economy,Overnight rates highest since July 2020 rate cut but below ceiling rate,"Sri Lanka liquidity down amid reserve outflows, overnight rates edge up Overnight rates highest since July 2020 rate cut but below ceiling rate",negative,-0.954502821
Doctors and health officials disagree on imminent fourth wave of COVID-19 in Sri Lanka,7/22/2021,Health,"“There is potential for a fourth wave. We won’t deny that,” he said.","Doctors and health officials disagree on imminent fourth wave of COVID-19 in Sri Lanka “There is potential for a fourth wave. We won’t deny that,” he said.",positive,0.991811514
Sri Lanka rupee remains inactive in forex market,7/22/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields edged up,Sri Lanka rupee remains inactive in forex market Bond yields edged up,negative,-0.99867624
Russell Juriansz takes over as chairman of Sri Lanka Shippers' Council,7/22/2021,Business,The council held its 51st AGM on the 14th of July,Russell Juriansz takes over as chairman of Sri Lanka Shippers' Council The council held its 51st AGM on the 14th of July,positive,0.989727557
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.85-pct higher,7/22/2021,Markets,"LOLC Development Finance, LOLC Holdings, and Expolanka pushed ASPI up","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.85-pct higher LOLC Development Finance, LOLC Holdings, and Expolanka pushed ASPI up",negative,-0.759640336
"Duminda release: Sri Lanka Prez should've pardoned all four convicts, says Hirunika",7/22/2021,Politics,"""They too should’ve been pardoned in the interest of fairness,” she said.","Duminda release: Sri Lanka Prez should've pardoned all four convicts, says Hirunika ""They too should’ve been pardoned in the interest of fairness,” she said.",negative,-0.995340705
Sri Lanka Freedom Party apologises to teachers on strike for 11 days running,7/22/2021,Politics,“Teachers are one of our pancha maha balavegaya. The SLFP has a right to stand up for their rights.”,Sri Lanka Freedom Party apologises to teachers on strike for 11 days running “Teachers are one of our pancha maha balavegaya. The SLFP has a right to stand up for their rights.”,positive,0.52207154
Laugfs Gas halts Sri Lanka LPG import over price controls,7/22/2021,Energy,Requests for price increases not granted,Laugfs Gas halts Sri Lanka LPG import over price controls Requests for price increases not granted,negative,-0.999357879
Death of former Sri Lanka MP’s 16-y-o domestic aide: Police record statement from other employees,7/22/2021,Law and Order,"The victim's mother, R Ranjani, rejected speculation of possible suicide by the girl.","Death of former Sri Lanka MP’s 16-y-o domestic aide: Police record statement from other employees The victim's mother, R Ranjani, rejected speculation of possible suicide by the girl.",negative,-0.988603234
No sign of AstraZeneca second dose yet as Sri Lanka continues to receive more Sinopoharm,7/22/2021,Health,Sri Lanka has so far acquired 9.1 million doses of Sinopharm in total.,No sign of AstraZeneca second dose yet as Sri Lanka continues to receive more Sinopoharm Sri Lanka has so far acquired 9.1 million doses of Sinopharm in total.,negative,-0.95528537
"United States gives Sri Lanka 500,000 coronavirus rapid tests",7/22/2021,Health,Rapid tests detect antigens and gives a results fast,"United States gives Sri Lanka 500,000 coronavirus rapid tests Rapid tests detect antigens and gives a results fast",positive,0.999367535
Sri Lanka Development Bond auction of US$110mn announced,7/22/2021,Bonds & Forex,Tranche maturing on July 30,Sri Lanka Development Bond auction of US$110mn announced Tranche maturing on July 30,negative,-0.705698431
"Sri Lanka BOP deficit tops billion dollars in May, trade gap soars amid money printing",7/22/2021,Economy,"Trade gap up to May 2021 soars to 3.6bn, higher than the 3.2bn in 2019 with no import controls","Sri Lanka BOP deficit tops billion dollars in May, trade gap soars amid money printing Trade gap up to May 2021 soars to 3.6bn, higher than the 3.2bn in 2019 with no import controls",negative,-0.990482807
"Sri Lanka plans to export sugar for Rs2,500 a kg after fertilizer ban: Minister",7/22/2021,Agriculture,Sugar SOEs expect to produce 20-pct of organic fertilizer needs,"Sri Lanka plans to export sugar for Rs2,500 a kg after fertilizer ban: Minister Sugar SOEs expect to produce 20-pct of organic fertilizer needs",negative,-0.986830652
No-faith motion against Sri Lanka energy minister: The aftermath,7/21/2021,Politics,“So who failed?” said SLPP MP Dilan Perera.,No-faith motion against Sri Lanka energy minister: The aftermath “So who failed?” said SLPP MP Dilan Perera.,negative,-0.994165361
Death of former Sri Lanka MP’s 16-y-o maid: Police seize male coworker's phone,7/21/2021,Law and Order,The victim’s mother said she had asked Bathiudeen’s wife to go easy on the child as she was still minor.,Death of former Sri Lanka MP’s 16-y-o maid: Police seize male coworker's phone The victim’s mother said she had asked Bathiudeen’s wife to go easy on the child as she was still minor.,negative,-0.998386502
Sri Lanka could double exports to US$20bn with organic crops after fertilizer ban: Trade Minister,7/21/2021,Agriculture," ""If we make the country organic we can earn 20 billion US dollars in two years."" the minister said","Sri Lanka could double exports to US$20bn with organic crops after fertilizer ban: Trade Minister  ""If we make the country organic we can earn 20 billion US dollars in two years."" the minister said",negative,-0.97469002
"Sri Lanka's COVID-19 third wave claims over 3,200 lives in just three months",7/21/2021,Health,"A breakdown of the numbers so far, as recorded by the health ministry’s epidemiology unit:","Sri Lanka's COVID-19 third wave claims over 3,200 lives in just three months A breakdown of the numbers so far, as recorded by the health ministry’s epidemiology unit:",negative,-0.99684155
Sri Lanka cabinet clears new petroleum law,7/21/2021,Energy,The draft law has been cleared by Sri Lanka's Attorney General,Sri Lanka cabinet clears new petroleum law The draft law has been cleared by Sri Lanka's Attorney General,negative,-0.862128258
Sri Lanka Muslims celebrate Eid-ul-Adha amid third wave of COVID-19,7/21/2021,Religion,Prayer congregations are limited to just 100 people.,Sri Lanka Muslims celebrate Eid-ul-Adha amid third wave of COVID-19 Prayer congregations are limited to just 100 people.,negative,-0.986487687
No faith motion against Sri Lanka energy minister defeated,7/20/2021,Politics,Sri Lanka’s government defeated a no confidence motion against its energy minister,No faith motion against Sri Lanka energy minister defeated Sri Lanka’s government defeated a no confidence motion against its energy minister,negative,-0.989287496
"Cabinet nod for permitting Sri Lanka's Muslim marriages, divorces under common law",7/20/2021,Legal,Muslim activists and women’s rights organisations have for years been calling for reforms in the MMDA.,"Cabinet nod for permitting Sri Lanka's Muslim marriages, divorces under common law Muslim activists and women’s rights organisations have for years been calling for reforms in the MMDA.",negative,-0.953700244
Two Sri Lanka banks fined for failing due diligence rules,7/20/2021,Legal,Rs 3mn in fines collected,Two Sri Lanka banks fined for failing due diligence rules Rs 3mn in fines collected,negative,-0.991082668
Sri Lanka's Litro Gas says ready to fill Laugfs supply gap,7/20/2021,Energy,Says will fill any colour cylinder,Sri Lanka's Litro Gas says ready to fill Laugfs supply gap Says will fill any colour cylinder,negative,-0.997599542
"Sri Lanka's UNP, NPP to vote against energy minister against better judgement",7/20/2021,Politics,Wickremesinghe said the no confidence motion has resulted in bringing government MPs together.,"Sri Lanka's UNP, NPP to vote against energy minister against better judgement Wickremesinghe said the no confidence motion has resulted in bringing government MPs together.",positive,0.994476378
Sri Lanka's JAT Holdings share sale oversubscribed,7/20/2021,Markets,Receives Rs2.2bn in subscriptions,Sri Lanka's JAT Holdings share sale oversubscribed Receives Rs2.2bn in subscriptions,negative,-0.996028185
Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas is yet to 'officially' halt LP Gas imports,7/20/2021,Energy,The firm has asked to raise prices earlier,Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas is yet to 'officially' halt LP Gas imports The firm has asked to raise prices earlier,negative,-0.997444034
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,7/20/2021,Markets,"Market continues on the 8,000 ASPI benchmark ","Sri Lanka stocks end higher Market continues on the 8,000 ASPI benchmark ",positive,0.976260006
Fence villages; keep forests open: MP calls for policy shift in Sri Lanka's human-elephant conflict,7/20/2021,Environment,"Dr Prithiviraj Fernando's proposal would be “far more sensible”, Prof Vitharana said.","Fence villages; keep forests open: MP calls for policy shift in Sri Lanka's human-elephant conflict Dr Prithiviraj Fernando's proposal would be “far more sensible”, Prof Vitharana said.",negative,-0.945305586
Sri Lanka clears Water Villa resort at Kalpitiya islets,7/20/2021,Business,Sun Resort Investment Lanka Pvt Ltd to set up 50 villas,Sri Lanka clears Water Villa resort at Kalpitiya islets Sun Resort Investment Lanka Pvt Ltd to set up 50 villas,positive,0.89905113
Sri Lanka Tourism requests further debt relief,7/20/2021,Business,License periods also extended,Sri Lanka Tourism requests further debt relief License periods also extended,negative,-0.953321993
Sri Lanka to establish judicial training academy,7/20/2021,Courts,"Currently, the Sri Lanka Judges’ Institute serves as the only establishment for judicial training.","Sri Lanka to establish judicial training academy Currently, the Sri Lanka Judges’ Institute serves as the only establishment for judicial training.",negative,-0.990999103
Sinopharm triggers immune responses in 95-pct vaccinees Sri Lanka study finds,7/20/2021,Environment,The seroconversion rates were highest in the 20 to 39 age group (98.88%) at 6 weeks,Sinopharm triggers immune responses in 95-pct vaccinees Sri Lanka study finds The seroconversion rates were highest in the 20 to 39 age group (98.88%) at 6 weeks,negative,-0.71993649
Vietnam envoy Ho Thi Thanh Truc meets Sri Lanka Foreign Minister,7/20/2021,Political News,Vietnam had recently offered to share the country's experience in organic fertilizer,Vietnam envoy Ho Thi Thanh Truc meets Sri Lanka Foreign Minister Vietnam had recently offered to share the country's experience in organic fertilizer,positive,0.990108132
Sri Lanka exports up 9.4-pct in June 2021,7/20/2021,Economy,"US, UK, Germany leads","Sri Lanka exports up 9.4-pct in June 2021 US, UK, Germany leads",positive,0.950962007
Sri Lanka disputes Moody's downgrade warning,7/19/2021,Economy,Action  is ill-judged and un-acceptable says Finance Ministry,Sri Lanka disputes Moody's downgrade warning Action  is ill-judged and un-acceptable says Finance Ministry,negative,-0.999642849
Sri Lanka 'Caa1' sovereign rating on downgrade review by Moody's,7/19/2021,Economy,Low forex reserves,Sri Lanka 'Caa1' sovereign rating on downgrade review by Moody's Low forex reserves,negative,-0.99037677
Sri Lanka fails to sell 27-pct of bill auction under price ceiling,7/19/2021,Bonds & Forex,Ceiling rate raised by 01bp,Sri Lanka fails to sell 27-pct of bill auction under price ceiling Ceiling rate raised by 01bp,negative,-0.999600351
"Sri Lanka stocks cross 8,000 point mark",7/19/2021,Markets,Expolanka pushed ASPI,"Sri Lanka stocks cross 8,000 point mark Expolanka pushed ASPI",negative,-0.618750453
"Sri Lanka naval, fishing communities warned of strong, 70kmph winds",7/19/2021,Weather and Climate,"“Wind speed can increase up to 50-60 kmph at times in other sea areas around the island,"" the Met Dept said.","Sri Lanka naval, fishing communities warned of strong, 70kmph winds “Wind speed can increase up to 50-60 kmph at times in other sea areas around the island,"" the Met Dept said.",negative,-0.793355346
Detention of MPs infringes upon entire parliament's privileges: former Sri Lanka PM,7/19/2021,Politics,"While MPs aren’t exempt from arrest, the House must be informed of the cause of a member’s detention, he said.","Detention of MPs infringes upon entire parliament's privileges: former Sri Lanka PM While MPs aren’t exempt from arrest, the House must be informed of the cause of a member’s detention, he said.",negative,-0.956164479
No-faith motion: Former Sri Lanka PM proposes amendment to include entire cabinet,7/19/2021,Politics,The main opposition the SJB moved the no confidence motion against the energy minister over a recent fuel price hike.,No-faith motion: Former Sri Lanka PM proposes amendment to include entire cabinet The main opposition the SJB moved the no confidence motion against the energy minister over a recent fuel price hike.,negative,-0.945968032
Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa indicates willingness to seek re-election,7/19/2021,Politics,There had been speculation that Rajapaksa will not be seeking a second term.,Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa indicates willingness to seek re-election There had been speculation that Rajapaksa will not be seeking a second term.,negative,-0.645496547
5.6 million Sri Lankans receive at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine,7/19/2021,Health,"So far 5,675,329 have received the first dose of one of the five vaccines being rolled out in Sri Lanka.","5.6 million Sri Lankans receive at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine So far 5,675,329 have received the first dose of one of the five vaccines being rolled out in Sri Lanka.",negative,-0.987235606
Axiata Digital labs chief in Forbes tech council,7/19/2021,Business,Axiata Digital Labs is the innovation software subsidiary of the publicly trade telco Dialog Axiata.,Axiata Digital labs chief in Forbes tech council Axiata Digital Labs is the innovation software subsidiary of the publicly trade telco Dialog Axiata.,negative,-0.536439002
"Sri Lanka postpones Advanced Level, Grade 5 scholarship exams to November",7/19/2021,Education,"The A/L exams will now take place from November 15 tol December 10, the education minister said.","Sri Lanka postpones Advanced Level, Grade 5 scholarship exams to November The A/L exams will now take place from November 15 tol December 10, the education minister said.",negative,-0.918883443
"Sri Lanka to publishes bill to give amnesty to undisclosed income, tax arrears",7/19/2021,Uncategorized,"Will not apply to persons who are investigated on convicted under money laundering, bribery","Sri Lanka to publishes bill to give amnesty to undisclosed income, tax arrears Will not apply to persons who are investigated on convicted under money laundering, bribery",negative,-0.983928084
Death of former Sri Lanka MP's 16-y-o maid: Postmortem reveals vaginal penetration,7/19/2021,Law and Order,The postmortem report is to be presented to court on Monday.,Death of former Sri Lanka MP's 16-y-o maid: Postmortem reveals vaginal penetration The postmortem report is to be presented to court on Monday.,negative,-0.997799575
"Sri Lanka receives more Pfizer; vaccination of Mannar, Vavuniya residents to continue",7/19/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka has so far received a total of 126,000 doses of the US-manufactured COVID-19 vaccine.","Sri Lanka receives more Pfizer; vaccination of Mannar, Vavuniya residents to continue Sri Lanka has so far received a total of 126,000 doses of the US-manufactured COVID-19 vaccine.",negative,-0.992935717
"Sri Lanka's Ceylon tea exports up 13.9-pct in June, Turkey top buyer",7/19/2021,Agriculture,China buys more than last year,"Sri Lanka's Ceylon tea exports up 13.9-pct in June, Turkey top buyer China buys more than last year",positive,0.959650159
Sri Lanka's central bank 'saves' US$27mn in forex reserves,7/19/2021,Economy,CB held T-bill stock sold down by Rs5.6bn after bill auction ,Sri Lanka's central bank 'saves' US$27mn in forex reserves CB held T-bill stock sold down by Rs5.6bn after bill auction ,negative,-0.998907328
Sri Lanka apparel exporters hopeful of GSP+ extension,7/19/2021,Political News,Says authorities addressing concerns,Sri Lanka apparel exporters hopeful of GSP+ extension Says authorities addressing concerns,positive,0.867809892
Sri Lanka's John Keells Properties say Tri-Zen project on track,7/19/2021,Business,Construction progressing amid Coronavirus challenges,Sri Lanka's John Keells Properties say Tri-Zen project on track Construction progressing amid Coronavirus challenges,negative,-0.96226579
"Sri Lanka monetary and fiscal policies for export industry, but businesses not ready: de Zilwa",7/18/2021,Economy,"""I mean if you look at what we are doing its absolute garbage""","Sri Lanka monetary and fiscal policies for export industry, but businesses not ready: de Zilwa ""I mean if you look at what we are doing its absolute garbage""",negative,-0.998994768
Sri Lanka moves to protect Indian Ocean submarine cables,7/18/2021,ICT,Enabling legislation to come,Sri Lanka moves to protect Indian Ocean submarine cables Enabling legislation to come,positive,0.975085855
Sri Lanka tea prices dip,7/18/2021,Business,Prices ease in the second week,Sri Lanka tea prices dip Prices ease in the second week,negative,-0.982074142
Sri Lanka removes seventh-day PCR test for fully vaccinated travellers,7/17/2021,Tourism,Unvaccinated children (aged two to eighteen) accompanying their parents must undergo a PCR test on the seventh day.,Sri Lanka removes seventh-day PCR test for fully vaccinated travellers Unvaccinated children (aged two to eighteen) accompanying their parents must undergo a PCR test on the seventh day.,negative,-0.985482812
Sri Lanka tea production up 5.8-pct in May 2021,7/17/2021,Agriculture,In the five months to May 2021 Sri Lanka had produced 134.72mn kilograms up 30.6-pct from Covid-19 hit,Sri Lanka tea production up 5.8-pct in May 2021 In the five months to May 2021 Sri Lanka had produced 134.72mn kilograms up 30.6-pct from Covid-19 hit,negative,-0.956717789
"Vietnam offers to help with organic farming, Sri Lanka proposes Port City, religious ties",7/17/2021,Political News,Expanding tourism also discussed,"Vietnam offers to help with organic farming, Sri Lanka proposes Port City, religious ties Expanding tourism also discussed",positive,0.939981163
Sri Lanka's People's Bank 'AA- (lk)' rating confirmed with 'stable' outlook,7/17/2021,Banking,Forex loans reduced,Sri Lanka's People's Bank 'AA- (lk)' rating confirmed with 'stable' outlook Forex loans reduced,negative,-0.985126495
Quarantined protestors in Sri Lanka released several days short of 14-day isolation period,7/16/2021,Health,The union members had been arrested for engaged in protests that police said were in violation of a ban on protests.,Quarantined protestors in Sri Lanka released several days short of 14-day isolation period The union members had been arrested for engaged in protests that police said were in violation of a ban on protests.,negative,-0.986600935
"Sri Lanka rupee markets inactive, some bonds up",7/16/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee remains inactive in the forex market on Friday while some short maturity bond yields picked up,"Sri Lanka rupee markets inactive, some bonds up Sri Lanka’s rupee remains inactive in the forex market on Friday while some short maturity bond yields picked up",negative,-0.998755336
Sri Lanka stocks down 0.2-pct,7/16/2021,Stocks & Companies,"LOLC Development Holdings, Commercial Leasing and Finance and LOLC Holdings fell the most today.","Sri Lanka stocks down 0.2-pct LOLC Development Holdings, Commercial Leasing and Finance and LOLC Holdings fell the most today.",negative,-0.999698281
Sri Lanka public security minister defends mandatory military training proposal,7/16/2021,Politics,"The idea was not to create more soldiers as claimed by some, Weerasekara said this Friday.","Sri Lanka public security minister defends mandatory military training proposal The idea was not to create more soldiers as claimed by some, Weerasekara said this Friday.",negative,-0.958023489
Watch: Covid-19 in Sri Lanka and business: What next?,7/16/2021,Business,"#Restart21 (Episode 1) Kasturi Chellaraja, Hilmy Cader, Chanakya Dissanayake, and Kenneth De Zilwa","Watch: Covid-19 in Sri Lanka and business: What next? #Restart21 (Episode 1) Kasturi Chellaraja, Hilmy Cader, Chanakya Dissanayake, and Kenneth De Zilwa",negative,-0.687408268
Sri Lanka Chambers team up with IFC to promote women staffers work-life balance,7/16/2021,Lifestyle,IFC is conducting this program jointly with FCCISL,Sri Lanka Chambers team up with IFC to promote women staffers work-life balance IFC is conducting this program jointly with FCCISL,positive,0.972798049
Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon 'CCC' rating confirmed amid operating risks,7/16/2021,Economy,Credit growth driven by loans to state and SOEs,Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon 'CCC' rating confirmed amid operating risks Credit growth driven by loans to state and SOEs,positive,0.969088316
16-year-old working in former Sri Lanka minister's residence dies of burn injuries,7/16/2021,Law and Order,"The teenager was a resident of Dayagama and had come to work as a maid at the former minister’s house , police said.","16-year-old working in former Sri Lanka minister's residence dies of burn injuries The teenager was a resident of Dayagama and had come to work as a maid at the former minister’s house , police said.",negative,-0.994247079
"""Doubtful"" data has led to diminished public concern over COVID-19 in Sri Lanka: GMOA",7/16/2021,Health,"Though vaccination has taken place, the danger of the virus persists, the GMOA member said.","""Doubtful"" data has led to diminished public concern over COVID-19 in Sri Lanka: GMOA Though vaccination has taken place, the danger of the virus persists, the GMOA member said.",negative,-0.999059975
Nineteen more Delta cases detected in Sri Lanka; officials warn of possible rapid spread,7/16/2021,Health,"""We identified several clusters over the past few days,"" Deputy Director General of Public Health Dr Susi Perera said.","Nineteen more Delta cases detected in Sri Lanka; officials warn of possible rapid spread ""We identified several clusters over the past few days,"" Deputy Director General of Public Health Dr Susi Perera said.",negative,-0.987024188
Sri Lanka gets US$1.5mn Moderna Coronavirus vaccines from America,7/16/2021,Health,Vaccines on chartered aircraft,Sri Lanka gets US$1.5mn Moderna Coronavirus vaccines from America Vaccines on chartered aircraft,negative,-0.984562814
"Sri Lanka manufacturing, service start to recover in June 2021",7/16/2021,Business,Third wave led to a dip in May,"Sri Lanka manufacturing, service start to recover in June 2021 Third wave led to a dip in May",negative,-0.995649517
"Sri Lanka, India, Maldives train to combat maritime crime, rescue in Indian Ocean",7/15/2021,Defence,Virtual table top exercise (TTX) to improve joint operations and co-operation,"Sri Lanka, India, Maldives train to combat maritime crime, rescue in Indian Ocean Virtual table top exercise (TTX) to improve joint operations and co-operation",positive,0.939968705
"Sri Lanka rupee kerb rates ease, higher rates for some exporter dollars",7/15/2021,Bonds & Forex,Swap rates continue to ease,"Sri Lanka rupee kerb rates ease, higher rates for some exporter dollars Swap rates continue to ease",positive,0.997914851
"Minor oil spill at Hambantota port, Sri Lanka, brought under control: MEPA",7/15/2021,Environment,"""It wasn’t a major spill. As per our observation, its 400 liters of oil spillage,"" an official said.","Minor oil spill at Hambantota port, Sri Lanka, brought under control: MEPA ""It wasn’t a major spill. As per our observation, its 400 liters of oil spillage,"" an official said.",negative,-0.993311286
Alleged Yala clearing: Sri Lanka wildlife ministry denies opp. leader's claims,7/15/2021,Environment,"""We don’t have information about any such clearing,"" the official said.","Alleged Yala clearing: Sri Lanka wildlife ministry denies opp. leader's claims ""We don’t have information about any such clearing,"" the official said.",negative,-0.997108281
Amnesty International declares detained Sri Lanka lawyer Hejaaz Hizbullah prisoner of conscience,7/15/2021,Human Rights,"Amnesty International said Hizbullah was detained on ""trumped-up charges"" under the ""draconian"" PTA.","Amnesty International declares detained Sri Lanka lawyer Hejaaz Hizbullah prisoner of conscience Amnesty International said Hizbullah was detained on ""trumped-up charges"" under the ""draconian"" PTA.",negative,-0.984785676
Ex Sri Lanka soldier compares search for Easter attack mastermind to hunt for Adolf Eichmann,7/15/2021,Politics,Retired Major Ajith Prasanna told reporters Wednesday that Israel took about 18 years to capture Eichmann in Argentina.,Ex Sri Lanka soldier compares search for Easter attack mastermind to hunt for Adolf Eichmann Retired Major Ajith Prasanna told reporters Wednesday that Israel took about 18 years to capture Eichmann in Argentina.,negative,-0.985696912
Another teenage girl sexually exploited in Sri Lanka; police say father among perps,7/15/2021,Crime,Poice said investigations have revealed that a total of 10 people had abused the 13-year-old victim.,Another teenage girl sexually exploited in Sri Lanka; police say father among perps Poice said investigations have revealed that a total of 10 people had abused the 13-year-old victim.,negative,-0.987036586
Sri Lanka sells all bills at Treasuries auction,7/15/2021,Bonds & Forex,Volumes skewed towards the short end,Sri Lanka sells all bills at Treasuries auction Volumes skewed towards the short end,negative,-0.999446094
Sri Lanka container volumes up 19-pct in May 2021,7/15/2021,Logistics,"Transshipment containers grew 14 percent to 464,269 unit though down from 483,732 pre-Covid","Sri Lanka container volumes up 19-pct in May 2021 Transshipment containers grew 14 percent to 464,269 unit though down from 483,732 pre-Covid",negative,-0.603166163
Sri Lanka finance minister Basil Rajapaksa meets foreign envoys on economy,7/15/2021,Economy,Green economy and vaccination among topics,Sri Lanka finance minister Basil Rajapaksa meets foreign envoys on economy Green economy and vaccination among topics,positive,0.997766256
Sri Lanka allows vaccinated tourists without quarantine after PCR test,7/15/2021,Business,Partially or non-vaccinated arrivals in bio-bubble,Sri Lanka allows vaccinated tourists without quarantine after PCR test Partially or non-vaccinated arrivals in bio-bubble,positive,0.97582984
"Sri Lanka import controls shattered by credit, money printing in May",7/15/2021,Economy,Investment and intermediate goods 'permitted' by bureaucrats surge,"Sri Lanka import controls shattered by credit, money printing in May Investment and intermediate goods 'permitted' by bureaucrats surge",negative,-0.999015808
New Fortress Energy says linked with Sri Lanka's LTL for 350MW power plant,7/14/2021,Energy,NEF had also inked deal with the government for floating LNG terminal,New Fortress Energy says linked with Sri Lanka's LTL for 350MW power plant NEF had also inked deal with the government for floating LNG terminal,negative,-0.830707431
Sri Lanka event managers seek equal treatment in Covid guidelines for corporate events,7/14/2021,Business,The events industry has been closed for over a year and most companies are on the brink of bankruptcy ,Sri Lanka event managers seek equal treatment in Covid guidelines for corporate events The events industry has been closed for over a year and most companies are on the brink of bankruptcy ,negative,-0.998697877
Sri Lanka rupee remains inactive in forex market,7/14/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s interbank forex markets are not allowed to deal above 200 to the US dollar,Sri Lanka rupee remains inactive in forex market Sri Lanka’s interbank forex markets are not allowed to deal above 200 to the US dollar,negative,-0.999523163
New Fortress Energy says inked deal for Sri Lanka LNG terminal,7/14/2021,Energy,Negotiating to buy 40-pct stake in combined cycle plant,New Fortress Energy says inked deal for Sri Lanka LNG terminal Negotiating to buy 40-pct stake in combined cycle plant,negative,-0.948853731
"Sri Lanka opp. leader claims plans afoot to carve out 12,000 acres of Yala national park",7/14/2021,Environment,"""Reliable sources have also confirmed that illegal roadways are to be constructed,"" he said.","Sri Lanka opp. leader claims plans afoot to carve out 12,000 acres of Yala national park ""Reliable sources have also confirmed that illegal roadways are to be constructed,"" he said.",negative,-0.973890066
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.33-pct higher,7/14/2021,Markets,"Browns Investments, John Keells Holdings and LOLC Holdings gained the most today","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.33-pct higher Browns Investments, John Keells Holdings and LOLC Holdings gained the most today",positive,0.971698582
Sri Lanka relaxes public transport between provinces for essential workers,7/14/2021,Health,The railway department has also increased the number of train trips in the western province to 103,Sri Lanka relaxes public transport between provinces for essential workers The railway department has also increased the number of train trips in the western province to 103,positive,0.996820331
"Sri Lanka sets new single-day COVID-19 vaccination record with 300,000+ jabs",7/14/2021,Health,Sri Lanka’s vaccine rollout is continuing in 243 vaccination centres in 20 districts around the island.,"Sri Lanka sets new single-day COVID-19 vaccination record with 300,000+ jabs Sri Lanka’s vaccine rollout is continuing in 243 vaccination centres in 20 districts around the island.",positive,0.867850006
"Sri Lanka's Catholic church wants action against former president, PM over Easter bombings",7/14/2021,Politics,The church has requested legal action against both Sirisena and Wickremesinghe for their failure to prevent the attack.,"Sri Lanka's Catholic church wants action against former president, PM over Easter bombings The church has requested legal action against both Sirisena and Wickremesinghe for their failure to prevent the attack.",negative,-0.983727336
Sri Lanka public currency holdings spike in Covid-19 amid money printing talk,7/14/2021,Economy,Precautionary demand high in uncertainty,Sri Lanka public currency holdings spike in Covid-19 amid money printing talk Precautionary demand high in uncertainty,negative,-0.991129875
Sri Lanka shippers welcome ruling on extra import freight charges,7/14/2021,Logistics,Delivery order fees capped,Sri Lanka shippers welcome ruling on extra import freight charges Delivery order fees capped,positive,0.946662486
Japan to give 1.45mn AstraZeneca vaccines to Sri Lanka,7/13/2021,Health,To arrive in Sri Lanka in the next few weeks,Japan to give 1.45mn AstraZeneca vaccines to Sri Lanka To arrive in Sri Lanka in the next few weeks,negative,-0.923924506
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.60-pct higher,7/13/2021,Markets,"Carson Cumberbatch, LOLC Holdings and Browns Investments pushed ASPI up","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.60-pct higher Carson Cumberbatch, LOLC Holdings and Browns Investments pushed ASPI up",negative,-0.568094194
"Sri Lanka slipping into deep social, economic, environmental crisis: former speaker",7/13/2021,Politics,"""When we put the country first, we should not worry about if it is the government or the opposition - all must unite,""","Sri Lanka slipping into deep social, economic, environmental crisis: former speaker ""When we put the country first, we should not worry about if it is the government or the opposition - all must unite,""",negative,-0.538564324
Sri Lanka police arrest 41 including one of their own with links to online sex-trafficking ring,7/13/2021,Crime,The police media division said the latest suspect who is a resident in Negombo was arrested on Monday (12).,Sri Lanka police arrest 41 including one of their own with links to online sex-trafficking ring The police media division said the latest suspect who is a resident in Negombo was arrested on Monday (12).,negative,-0.983405471
Sri Lanka's LOLC to buy Mauritius hotel for US$3.7mn,7/13/2021,Markets,Managed by US leisure chain Radisson,Sri Lanka's LOLC to buy Mauritius hotel for US$3.7mn Managed by US leisure chain Radisson,negative,-0.977144897
Alleged Sirasa conspiracy: Sri Lanka media minister dismisses opposition claims,7/13/2021,Free Speech,"""I will not hesitate to take legal action against any media organisation that attempts to disturb the peace.""","Alleged Sirasa conspiracy: Sri Lanka media minister dismisses opposition claims ""I will not hesitate to take legal action against any media organisation that attempts to disturb the peace.""",positive,0.989021659
"Sri Lanka rupee parallel markets diverge, bonds flat",7/13/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bonds flat,"Sri Lanka rupee parallel markets diverge, bonds flat Bonds flat",negative,-0.997961521
Sri Lanka records highest single-day COVID-19 vaccinations yet,7/13/2021,Health,"The vaccine rollout is continuing in 243 vaccination centres in 20 districts around the island, the health ministry said","Sri Lanka records highest single-day COVID-19 vaccinations yet The vaccine rollout is continuing in 243 vaccination centres in 20 districts around the island, the health ministry said",positive,0.797982395
Sri Lanka to promote electric vehicles with renewable power expansion,7/13/2021,Autos, A study by the University of Moratuwa has found that 60 per cent of the air pollution was caused by vehicle emissions.,Sri Lanka to promote electric vehicles with renewable power expansion  A study by the University of Moratuwa has found that 60 per cent of the air pollution was caused by vehicle emissions.,negative,-0.96641767
Sri Lanka Easter attack probe: Cardinal sceptical of politically compromised law enforcement,7/13/2021,Politics,"“We will not end our struggle here, just because some cases have been filed. We will continue,” he said.","Sri Lanka Easter attack probe: Cardinal sceptical of politically compromised law enforcement “We will not end our struggle here, just because some cases have been filed. We will continue,” he said.",negative,-0.890967607
"Sri Lanka to pay Rs25,000 organic fertilizer subsidy to rice farmers",7/13/2021,Agriculture,"Up to 800,000 hectares of rice is expected to sown in the upcoming season","Sri Lanka to pay Rs25,000 organic fertilizer subsidy to rice farmers Up to 800,000 hectares of rice is expected to sown in the upcoming season",negative,-0.97979331
Sri Lanka to offer digital nomad visa to boost tourism,7/13/2021,Business,Up to one year visa planned,Sri Lanka to offer digital nomad visa to boost tourism Up to one year visa planned,positive,0.869908512
"Sri Lanka sees some recovery in 2021 state revenues, but spending accelerates",7/13/2021,Economy,"In March 2021 revenues recovered to Rs142bn, better than the 2019 level but spending went up to 308bn from 138.","Sri Lanka sees some recovery in 2021 state revenues, but spending accelerates In March 2021 revenues recovered to Rs142bn, better than the 2019 level but spending went up to 308bn from 138.",negative,-0.886710525
Sri Lanka central bank plans to acquire US$650-700mn from forex surrenders,7/13/2021,Economy,At least 350mn for the rest of 2021,Sri Lanka central bank plans to acquire US$650-700mn from forex surrenders At least 350mn for the rest of 2021,negative,-0.984121084
Belgian-based BIO to take 10-pct stake in Sri Lanka's SDB Bank,7/12/2021,Banking,To invest Rs924mn in 88 million share sale,Belgian-based BIO to take 10-pct stake in Sri Lanka's SDB Bank To invest Rs924mn in 88 million share sale,negative,-0.928119719
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.18-pct higher,7/12/2021,Markets,"Expolanka, Vallibel One and Ceylinco Insurance pushed ASPI up","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.18-pct higher Expolanka, Vallibel One and Ceylinco Insurance pushed ASPI up",negative,-0.973156691
Sri Lanka discusses loans with European Investment Bank for green projects,7/12/2021,Economy,The EIB had offered to provide technical expertise and assistance to Sri Lanka in the sphere of green bonds.,Sri Lanka discusses loans with European Investment Bank for green projects The EIB had offered to provide technical expertise and assistance to Sri Lanka in the sphere of green bonds.,positive,0.732948363
Sri Lanka railway department adds more trains as govt relaxes COVID-19 restrictions,7/12/2021,Transport,"Trips will continue to be increased in the future upon further discussion, an official said.","Sri Lanka railway department adds more trains as govt relaxes COVID-19 restrictions Trips will continue to be increased in the future upon further discussion, an official said.",positive,0.982479334
Sri Lanka govt MP Nimal Lanza objects to treatment of protestors,7/12/2021,Politics,"""Though I represent the government, I must say that the way the protestors were taken away is wrong,"" he said.","Sri Lanka govt MP Nimal Lanza objects to treatment of protestors ""Though I represent the government, I must say that the way the protestors were taken away is wrong,"" he said.",negative,-0.981893539
"Sri Lanka to take ""first steps"" in reopening schools in August: education minister",7/12/2021,Health,"""Distance or online learning is a satisfactory substitute for classroom activity.""","Sri Lanka to take ""first steps"" in reopening schools in August: education minister ""Distance or online learning is a satisfactory substitute for classroom activity.""",positive,0.938538253
Sri Lanka health ministry launches website for vaccine registration in western province,7/12/2021,Health,A mobile number must be entered to register.,Sri Lanka health ministry launches website for vaccine registration in western province A mobile number must be entered to register.,negative,-0.969360471
Sri Lanka's Kotelawala Defence University bill could crush student freedoms: SJB,7/12/2021,Education,"If the bill is passed, said Wijeratne, students will lose their rights and free education itself will be in peril.","Sri Lanka's Kotelawala Defence University bill could crush student freedoms: SJB If the bill is passed, said Wijeratne, students will lose their rights and free education itself will be in peril.",negative,-0.997803628
US development lender commits US$225mn to Sri Lanka banks,7/12/2021,Banking,"DFCC gets US$150mn, NDB US$75n","US development lender commits US$225mn to Sri Lanka banks DFCC gets US$150mn, NDB US$75n",negative,-0.995699763
Forced quarantine of protestors: Teachers' unions  in Sri Lanka refuse to teach online,7/12/2021,Health,The teachers’ unions also demand solutions to teacher principal salary anomalies and problems in online teaching.,Forced quarantine of protestors: Teachers' unions  in Sri Lanka refuse to teach online The teachers’ unions also demand solutions to teacher principal salary anomalies and problems in online teaching.,negative,-0.996229827
"Sri Lanka receives more Pfizer; 18,348 have received at least one dose so far",7/12/2021,Health,The vials arrived at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) at 2.40am Monday (12).,"Sri Lanka receives more Pfizer; 18,348 have received at least one dose so far The vials arrived at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) at 2.40am Monday (12).",negative,-0.989374101
"Sri Lanka's CEAT Kelani radial tyre capacity raised amid money printing, import controls",7/12/2021,Business,Radial capacity up over 30-pct in 2021,"Sri Lanka's CEAT Kelani radial tyre capacity raised amid money printing, import controls Radial capacity up over 30-pct in 2021",negative,-0.987417102
Monkey Mirror Test: Part 1,7/12/2021,Environment,Our back garden monkey cousins may be more like us than we think,Monkey Mirror Test: Part 1 Our back garden monkey cousins may be more like us than we think,negative,-0.983414352
UN says Sri Lanka should not use Coronavirus quarantine to suppress peaceful protests,7/12/2021,Economy,"""Vital that restrictions ....  against the pandemic don't go beyond the legitimate protection of #PublicHealth","UN says Sri Lanka should not use Coronavirus quarantine to suppress peaceful protests ""Vital that restrictions ....  against the pandemic don't go beyond the legitimate protection of #PublicHealth",negative,-0.994881153
Bar Association of Sri Lanka warns against using quarantine to suppress peaceful protest,7/12/2021,Legal,Forcible quarantine despite first contacts and some confirmed Covid-19 cases being kept at home,Bar Association of Sri Lanka warns against using quarantine to suppress peaceful protest Forcible quarantine despite first contacts and some confirmed Covid-19 cases being kept at home,negative,-0.993650019
Sri Lanka raises de facto policy rate 02bp to 5.25-pct,7/12/2021,Bonds & Forex,The rate had been going up by one or two basis points a month ,Sri Lanka raises de facto policy rate 02bp to 5.25-pct The rate had been going up by one or two basis points a month ,negative,-0.990140259
Sri Lanka warned of strong winds up to 70kmph,7/11/2021,Weather and Climate,Gusty winds have been forecast for several parts of the island from 2pm Sunday to 2pm the next day.,Sri Lanka warned of strong winds up to 70kmph Gusty winds have been forecast for several parts of the island from 2pm Sunday to 2pm the next day.,negative,-0.779061139
Sri Lanka acquires two million more doses of Sinopharm; rollout to begin Monday,7/11/2021,Health,This is the single largest consignment of a COVID-19 vaccine to arrive in the island yet.,Sri Lanka acquires two million more doses of Sinopharm; rollout to begin Monday This is the single largest consignment of a COVID-19 vaccine to arrive in the island yet.,negative,-0.64255929
Sri Lanka's China-backed Hambantota port volumes up 186-pct in 2021 first half,7/11/2021,Logistics,"Cargo handled was 1,206,425 metric tonnes up from 420,421 metric tonnes a year ago.","Sri Lanka's China-backed Hambantota port volumes up 186-pct in 2021 first half Cargo handled was 1,206,425 metric tonnes up from 420,421 metric tonnes a year ago.",negative,-0.973293006
Sri Lanka's Dialog adds more towers to expand coverage in Coronavirus pandemic,7/11/2021,ICT,Data traffic doubles in pandemic,Sri Lanka's Dialog adds more towers to expand coverage in Coronavirus pandemic Data traffic doubles in pandemic,positive,0.987638354
Sri Lanka Olympic team dressed by LOVI in sarongs and sarees,7/11/2021,Apparel,The collection to represent unity,Sri Lanka Olympic team dressed by LOVI in sarongs and sarees The collection to represent unity,positive,0.984128058
"Sri Lanka stock market app drives 17,000 new accounts, 65,000 downloads",7/11/2021,Markets,84 percent were opened by people between the ages of 18 and 40.,"Sri Lanka stock market app drives 17,000 new accounts, 65,000 downloads 84 percent were opened by people between the ages of 18 and 40.",negative,-0.952072263
Basil appoints five committees to devise right actions for economy; fertilizer ban stays,7/10/2021,Economy,"""There were many arguments and counter – arguments and opinions expressed at the meeting""","Basil appoints five committees to devise right actions for economy; fertilizer ban stays ""There were many arguments and counter – arguments and opinions expressed at the meeting""",positive,0.96290803
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Petroleum Corporation lost Rs57bn to May 2021: Minister,7/10/2021,Economy,Un-hedged dollar loans causing forex losses,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Petroleum Corporation lost Rs57bn to May 2021: Minister Un-hedged dollar loans causing forex losses,negative,-0.998804212
Sri Lanka relaxes more COVID-19 restrictions even as threat of delta looms,7/10/2021,Health,"Cinemas, museums, theatres are also allowed to operate at 50 percent capacity","Sri Lanka relaxes more COVID-19 restrictions even as threat of delta looms Cinemas, museums, theatres are also allowed to operate at 50 percent capacity",positive,0.884709179
Sri Lanka's NBRO issues level two landslide warning; showers to continue,7/10/2021,Weather and Climate,Residents have also been asked to be prepared for evacuation if the need arises.,Sri Lanka's NBRO issues level two landslide warning; showers to continue Residents have also been asked to be prepared for evacuation if the need arises.,negative,-0.98393333
"Sri Lanka mis-using quarantine law to suppress protests, tearing clothes: opposition",7/10/2021,Legal,Selective implementation of the law in allowing street celebrations,"Sri Lanka mis-using quarantine law to suppress protests, tearing clothes: opposition Selective implementation of the law in allowing street celebrations",negative,-0.99808073
"Sri Lanka welcomes 1,614 tourists in June, 16,900 in first half of 2021",7/9/2021,Tourism,"The June arrivals of 1,614 were slightly up from 1,497 in May","Sri Lanka welcomes 1,614 tourists in June, 16,900 in first half of 2021 The June arrivals of 1,614 were slightly up from 1,497 in May",positive,0.995343089
Sri Lanka GDP grows 4.3-pct in 2021 first quarter,7/9/2021,Economy,Activities at near normal and recovers from a 1.8-pct contraction,Sri Lanka GDP grows 4.3-pct in 2021 first quarter Activities at near normal and recovers from a 1.8-pct contraction,negative,-0.963893414
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.52-pct higher,7/9/2021,Markets,"Commercial Leasing and Finance PLC, LOLC Holdings and Expolanka pushed ASPI up","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.52-pct higher Commercial Leasing and Finance PLC, LOLC Holdings and Expolanka pushed ASPI up",positive,0.628567457
Sri Lanka to vaccinate 100% of over-30 Western province population in July: president,7/9/2021,Health,"""We are trying our best to reboot the economy as soon as possible by bringing in the vaccines we need,"" he said.","Sri Lanka to vaccinate 100% of over-30 Western province population in July: president ""We are trying our best to reboot the economy as soon as possible by bringing in the vaccines we need,"" he said.",negative,-0.992358148
"Sri Lanka warned of thundershowers, gusty winds",7/9/2021,Weather and Climate,A few showers will occur in the North-Central Province.,"Sri Lanka warned of thundershowers, gusty winds A few showers will occur in the North-Central Province.",positive,0.904242396
Sri Lanka banks are not rationing LCs for intermediate goods: Deputy CB Governor,7/9/2021,Monetary,Banks will consider their cashflows before issuing LCs,Sri Lanka banks are not rationing LCs for intermediate goods: Deputy CB Governor Banks will consider their cashflows before issuing LCs,negative,-0.976404786
"Over 1,000 Sri Lankan students flying abroad have registered for Pfizer jab: army chief",7/9/2021,Health,Fisherfolk in Mannar who are thought to interact with Indian fishermen will also receive the US-made vaccine.,"Over 1,000 Sri Lankan students flying abroad have registered for Pfizer jab: army chief Fisherfolk in Mannar who are thought to interact with Indian fishermen will also receive the US-made vaccine.",negative,-0.988525212
Sri Lanka main opposition SJB files FR petitions against protestor arrests: report,7/9/2021,Health,The submissions were made a day after Sri Lanka police arrested over 40 protestors in Colombo and elsewhere.,Sri Lanka main opposition SJB files FR petitions against protestor arrests: report The submissions were made a day after Sri Lanka police arrested over 40 protestors in Colombo and elsewhere.,negative,-0.993772805
Human rights situation in Sri Lanka further deteriorated in 2020: UK report,7/9/2021,Human Rights,"The report noted, among other issues, an alleged increase in surveillance and intimidation of civil society.","Human rights situation in Sri Lanka further deteriorated in 2020: UK report The report noted, among other issues, an alleged increase in surveillance and intimidation of civil society.",negative,-0.996554136
Sri Lanka encourages local firms to buy cheap sovereign bonds,7/9/2021,Economy,Half the money has to be placed in dollar denominated SLDBs ,Sri Lanka encourages local firms to buy cheap sovereign bonds Half the money has to be placed in dollar denominated SLDBs ,negative,-0.96702832
Sri Lanka to give Pfizer Coronavirus vaccine to Mannar fishermen and students,7/9/2021,Health,Studies have found Pfizer vaccine to be substantially effective against Delta variant,Sri Lanka to give Pfizer Coronavirus vaccine to Mannar fishermen and students Studies have found Pfizer vaccine to be substantially effective against Delta variant,positive,0.985879719
"Enter Basil: Reshuffles, fireworks, frog marches mark arrival of Sri Lanka's new finance minister",7/9/2021,Politics,"Rajapaksa alluded to ""unpleasant/bitter (අමිහිරි in Sinhala)"" decisions that might have to be made as a fa...","Enter Basil: Reshuffles, fireworks, frog marches mark arrival of Sri Lanka's new finance minister Rajapaksa alluded to ""unpleasant/bitter (අමිහිරි in Sinhala)"" decisions that might have to be made as a fa...",negative,-0.966330886
Free hotel quarantine for Sri Lanka's returning migrant workers put on hold,7/8/2021,Health,"However, workers who have yet to return can opt for government quarantine facilities which will also be free of charge.","Free hotel quarantine for Sri Lanka's returning migrant workers put on hold However, workers who have yet to return can opt for government quarantine facilities which will also be free of charge.",negative,-0.983044207
Sri Lanka discussing import controls of selected items: CB Governor,7/8/2021,Economy,They are still at discussion level,Sri Lanka discussing import controls of selected items: CB Governor They are still at discussion level,negative,-0.643697381
"Sri Lanka rupee outright trades inactive, forward discounts ease",7/8/2021,Bonds & Forex,"At the policy meeting held today, the Central Bank kept its rates at the current levels.","Sri Lanka rupee outright trades inactive, forward discounts ease At the policy meeting held today, the Central Bank kept its rates at the current levels.",negative,-0.991072357
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.03 –pct higher,7/8/2021,Markets,"John Keells Holdings, Expolanka and LOLC Holdings stocks gained today","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.03 –pct higher John Keells Holdings, Expolanka and LOLC Holdings stocks gained today",negative,-0.508806169
21-hour water cut in parts of Colombo on Saturday (10); plant capacities to be increased,7/8/2021,Consumer Affairs,"Colombo  01, 02, 03, 07, 08, 09, 10, and 11 will see water supply interrupted for 21-hours from 9:00 AM Saturday (10).","21-hour water cut in parts of Colombo on Saturday (10); plant capacities to be increased Colombo  01, 02, 03, 07, 08, 09, 10, and 11 will see water supply interrupted for 21-hours from 9:00 AM Saturday (10).",negative,-0.998378634
Sri Lanka police arrest over 45 for organising protests in violation of ban,7/8/2021,Politics,Sri Lanka banned protests and public meetings until further notice on Tuesday (06).,Sri Lanka police arrest over 45 for organising protests in violation of ban Sri Lanka banned protests and public meetings until further notice on Tuesday (06).,negative,-0.989791334
Sri Lanka central bank studying hike in 25-pct exporter dollar conversion rule,7/8/2021,Economy,Cabinet decision has asked for a study,Sri Lanka central bank studying hike in 25-pct exporter dollar conversion rule Cabinet decision has asked for a study,negative,-0.966777682
Migrant workers returning to Sri Lanka get free hotel quarantine: minister,7/8/2021,Health,"Quarantine faculties are provided free of charge in 14 hotels across the country, the minister said.","Migrant workers returning to Sri Lanka get free hotel quarantine: minister Quarantine faculties are provided free of charge in 14 hotels across the country, the minister said.",negative,-0.836317539
Sri Lanka 2021 first quarter growth would be better than expected: CB Governor,7/8/2021,Economy,Expects reserves to improve,Sri Lanka 2021 first quarter growth would be better than expected: CB Governor Expects reserves to improve,negative,-0.906237364
Sri Lanka suspends Pfizer rollout; one million+ AstraZeneca doses expected through COVAX,7/8/2021,Health,Pfizer shots were to be administered as the second dose for AstraZeneca recipients.,Sri Lanka suspends Pfizer rollout; one million+ AstraZeneca doses expected through COVAX Pfizer shots were to be administered as the second dose for AstraZeneca recipients.,negative,-0.999380112
Basil Rajapaksa sworn in as Sri Lanka's new Finance Minister,7/8/2021,Politics,The ministry is tasked with accelerating economic development and social progress.,Basil Rajapaksa sworn in as Sri Lanka's new Finance Minister The ministry is tasked with accelerating economic development and social progress.,positive,0.999045074
"Sri Lanka central bank keeps rates unchanged as inflation rise, BOP in deficit",7/8/2021,Economy,Flexible policy to continue,"Sri Lanka central bank keeps rates unchanged as inflation rise, BOP in deficit Flexible policy to continue",positive,0.942414641
SriLankan Airlines loses Rs58bn to Feb 2021 amid Coronavirus,7/8/2021,Aviation,Accumulated loses rise to Rs384bn ,SriLankan Airlines loses Rs58bn to Feb 2021 amid Coronavirus Accumulated loses rise to Rs384bn ,negative,-0.999153733
Fully vaccinated travellers can now enter Sri Lanka with one-day quarantine,7/7/2021,Education,Meanwhile Sri Lankans can return to the island without obtaining prior approval from the foreign ministry.,Fully vaccinated travellers can now enter Sri Lanka with one-day quarantine Meanwhile Sri Lankans can return to the island without obtaining prior approval from the foreign ministry.,negative,-0.996325791
Lambda looms over Sri Lanka as more returnees test positive for COVID-19,7/7/2021,Health,A considerable number of COVID-19 cases are detected daily among repatriate groups in quarantine.,Lambda looms over Sri Lanka as more returnees test positive for COVID-19 A considerable number of COVID-19 cases are detected daily among repatriate groups in quarantine.,negative,-0.962029755
"Sri Lanka rupee parallel rates touch 230, forward discounts slightly lower",7/7/2021,Bonds & Forex,Forward dollar are at a discount because rupee rates are kept down with money printing,"Sri Lanka rupee parallel rates touch 230, forward discounts slightly lower Forward dollar are at a discount because rupee rates are kept down with money printing",negative,-0.994161069
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,7/7/2021,Markets,"LOLC Development Finance, LOLC Holdings and Ceylon Cold Stores pushed ASPI up.","Sri Lanka stocks end higher LOLC Development Finance, LOLC Holdings and Ceylon Cold Stores pushed ASPI up.",negative,-0.732922435
Health strikes see drastic drop in PCR testsing in Sri Lanka's third wave,7/7/2021,Health,"PCR tests dropped to from 18,177 to 9,279 on July 04.","Health strikes see drastic drop in PCR testsing in Sri Lanka's third wave PCR tests dropped to from 18,177 to 9,279 on July 04.",negative,-0.998449802
"Sri Lanka retailers seek utility relief, re-opening of closed outlets",7/7/2021,Business,The SLRA has also requested permission to re-open some of the sectors that are currently closed.,"Sri Lanka retailers seek utility relief, re-opening of closed outlets The SLRA has also requested permission to re-open some of the sectors that are currently closed.",negative,-0.995114923
Govt conspiracy under way against Sri Lanka's Sirasa TV network: opposition leader,7/7/2021,Politics,“Why is the government trying to legally suppress Sirasa? Why are they so afraid of it?”,Govt conspiracy under way against Sri Lanka's Sirasa TV network: opposition leader “Why is the government trying to legally suppress Sirasa? Why are they so afraid of it?”,negative,-0.998493314
"Vietnam gets 2mn Moderna vaccines from Biden, second AstraZeneca million from Japan",7/7/2021,Vietnam News,Vietnam gets first delivery of 31mn Pfizer doses,"Vietnam gets 2mn Moderna vaccines from Biden, second AstraZeneca million from Japan Vietnam gets first delivery of 31mn Pfizer doses",negative,-0.945102394
Sri Lanka's China backed Xinji 'plug-and-play' electronic park built at high speed,7/7/2021,Business,The first factory ready to produce in an year,Sri Lanka's China backed Xinji 'plug-and-play' electronic park built at high speed The first factory ready to produce in an year,positive,0.986914694
Fifty-thousand doses of Sputnik V arrive in Sri Lanka,7/7/2021,Health,"The country has received 180,000 doses of the Russian vaccine so far, according to official data.","Fifty-thousand doses of Sputnik V arrive in Sri Lanka The country has received 180,000 doses of the Russian vaccine so far, according to official data.",negative,-0.983212292
Sri Lanka police arrest JVP protestors for violating quarantine regulations,7/7/2021,Politics,The JVP members had protested the government’s chemical fertiliser ban with the participation of local farmers. ,Sri Lanka police arrest JVP protestors for violating quarantine regulations The JVP members had protested the government’s chemical fertiliser ban with the participation of local farmers. ,negative,-0.971787512
Sri Lanka issues gold and silver coins for Communist Party of China anniversary,7/7/2021,Economy,"Gold coin to be sold at Rs 222,000 ","Sri Lanka issues gold and silver coins for Communist Party of China anniversary Gold coin to be sold at Rs 222,000 ",positive,0.707307994
"Sri Lanka will repay bonds, holders should appreciate efforts made: Cabraal",7/7/2021,Economy,IMF programs impose un-acceptable costs,"Sri Lanka will repay bonds, holders should appreciate efforts made: Cabraal IMF programs impose un-acceptable costs",positive,0.995390058
China top lender to Sri Lanka up to April 2021,7/7/2021,Economy,"ADB, World Bank second","China top lender to Sri Lanka up to April 2021 ADB, World Bank second",positive,0.985032678
"Sri Lanka Colombo Stock Exchange to start listed debt REPOs, new dealers",7/7/2021,Markets,Primary dealers in gilts and banks could apply to be dealers,"Sri Lanka Colombo Stock Exchange to start listed debt REPOs, new dealers Primary dealers in gilts and banks could apply to be dealers",negative,-0.942418337
Sri Lanka grants tax relief to fabric makers in Eravur zone,7/7/2021,Business,Tax relief up to 10 years for larger investments,Sri Lanka grants tax relief to fabric makers in Eravur zone Tax relief up to 10 years for larger investments,positive,0.82158941
Sri Lanka's state-run Paddy Market Board to purchase rough rice,7/6/2021,Agriculture,The current Yala season is expected to product 1.5 million tonnes of paddy.,Sri Lanka's state-run Paddy Market Board to purchase rough rice The current Yala season is expected to product 1.5 million tonnes of paddy.,negative,-0.969254196
Sri Lanka bond yields ease at close,7/6/2021,Bonds & Forex,CBSL has a policy review on July 08.,Sri Lanka bond yields ease at close CBSL has a policy review on July 08.,positive,0.994148612
Sri Lanka bans protests and public meetings till further notice,7/6/2021,Health,"Violations of said decision will be dealt with according to quarantine regulations, police said.","Sri Lanka bans protests and public meetings till further notice Violations of said decision will be dealt with according to quarantine regulations, police said.",negative,-0.994710445
Sri Lanka's stocks end 0.03-pct lower,7/6/2021,Markets,"LOLC Development Finance, John Keells Holdings and Ceylon Cold Stores pushed ASPI down","Sri Lanka's stocks end 0.03-pct lower LOLC Development Finance, John Keells Holdings and Ceylon Cold Stores pushed ASPI down",negative,-0.999557316
Sri Lanka health worker strike temporarily called off,7/6/2021,Health,"“If we do not get a response on Monday, we will go for strike action again.""","Sri Lanka health worker strike temporarily called off “If we do not get a response on Monday, we will go for strike action again.""",negative,-0.99436605
Sri Lanka to jab AstraZeneca second dose hopefuls with Pfizer-BionTech,7/6/2021,Health,The rollout will be coordinated by the Sri Lanka Army.,Sri Lanka to jab AstraZeneca second dose hopefuls with Pfizer-BionTech The rollout will be coordinated by the Sri Lanka Army.,negative,-0.544781566
"New prison complex in Horana to expand Sri Lanka's prison capacity to 100,000: Minister",7/6/2021,Law and Order,"Sri Lanka’s overcrowded prisons housed 28,000 to 30,000 prisoners at any given time before the pandemic.","New prison complex in Horana to expand Sri Lanka's prison capacity to 100,000: Minister Sri Lanka’s overcrowded prisons housed 28,000 to 30,000 prisoners at any given time before the pandemic.",positive,0.984622002
"Sri Lanka president, three other regional leaders in RSF ""press freedom predators gallery""",7/6/2021,Free Speech,Seventeen of the 37 leaders are making the list for the first time.,"Sri Lanka president, three other regional leaders in RSF ""press freedom predators gallery"" Seventeen of the 37 leaders are making the list for the first time.",positive,0.998984277
Sri Lanka 2016-2017 cash subsidy reduced fertilizer use but not yield: Minister,7/6/2021,Agriculture,"Imports were 400,000 tonnes in 2016 compared to 900,000 in 2019","Sri Lanka 2016-2017 cash subsidy reduced fertilizer use but not yield: Minister Imports were 400,000 tonnes in 2016 compared to 900,000 in 2019",negative,-0.937532663
Sri Lanka health officials blame trade unions for drop in PCR testing,7/6/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka recorded 869 new COVID-19 cases July 04, the first time fewer than a thousand were reported since April 27.","Sri Lanka health officials blame trade unions for drop in PCR testing Sri Lanka recorded 869 new COVID-19 cases July 04, the first time fewer than a thousand were reported since April 27.",negative,-0.978376389
Sri Lanka's NDB gets US$75mn from US for women oriented lending,7/6/2021,Banking,Credit line from United States International Development Finance Corporation ,Sri Lanka's NDB gets US$75mn from US for women oriented lending Credit line from United States International Development Finance Corporation ,negative,-0.975124955
Sri Lanka ruling party national list MP vacates seat to make way for Basil Rajapaksa,7/6/2021,Politics,The actor-turned-politician handed over his resignation letter to the secretary general of parliament Tuesday.,Sri Lanka ruling party national list MP vacates seat to make way for Basil Rajapaksa The actor-turned-politician handed over his resignation letter to the secretary general of parliament Tuesday.,negative,-0.998330176
"Sri Lanka underage sex-trafficking ring: Cardiologist, Maldivian politico busted",7/6/2021,Uncategorized,The arrests so far include the girl’s mother and the deputy chairman of the Mihintale Pradeshiya Sabha.,"Sri Lanka underage sex-trafficking ring: Cardiologist, Maldivian politico busted The arrests so far include the girl’s mother and the deputy chairman of the Mihintale Pradeshiya Sabha.",negative,-0.979668677
Sri Lanka starts process to turn undisclosed assets white with 1-pct tax,7/6/2021,Economy,The cabinet had cleared a proposed bill to put the plan into effect.,Sri Lanka starts process to turn undisclosed assets white with 1-pct tax The cabinet had cleared a proposed bill to put the plan into effect.,negative,-0.996823668
"Sri Lanka's JAT Holdings seeks Rs1.5bn in IPO, Rs731 sale by investor",7/6/2021,Business,Plans to develop export markets,"Sri Lanka's JAT Holdings seeks Rs1.5bn in IPO, Rs731 sale by investor Plans to develop export markets",negative,-0.987432659
Sri Lanka government bank overdraft soars to Rs620bn,7/6/2021,Banking,By July window borrowings were also up,Sri Lanka government bank overdraft soars to Rs620bn By July window borrowings were also up,negative,-0.98851949
Sri Lanka has imposed rules on banks buying sovereign bonds to manage risks: Central Bank,7/6/2021,Banking,Limits on dollar borrowings,Sri Lanka has imposed rules on banks buying sovereign bonds to manage risks: Central Bank Limits on dollar borrowings,negative,-0.974844933
Nepal: Himalayan country in crisis,7/6/2021,World,South Asian countries should have adopted a common regional strategy to combat COVID-19 in the region: Suhasini Haidar,Nepal: Himalayan country in crisis South Asian countries should have adopted a common regional strategy to combat COVID-19 in the region: Suhasini Haidar,negative,-0.993387043
Sri Lanka's July sovereign bond; arrangements in place to settle: CB,7/6/2021,Economy,To maintain unblemished record in debt repayments,Sri Lanka's July sovereign bond; arrangements in place to settle: CB To maintain unblemished record in debt repayments,negative,-0.52092427
Sri Lanka health worker unions on strike over series of demands amid COVID-19,7/5/2021,Health,"The demands include staff status reinstatement, promotions and allowances.","Sri Lanka health worker unions on strike over series of demands amid COVID-19 The demands include staff status reinstatement, promotions and allowances.",negative,-0.993572235
Sri Lanka bond yields marginally down,7/5/2021,Bonds & Forex,Rupee bond yields were marginally down.,Sri Lanka bond yields marginally down Rupee bond yields were marginally down.,negative,-0.999560893
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.62 -pct higher,7/5/2021,Markets,"LOLC Development Finance, Kotmale holdings and Commercial Leasing and Finance pushed ASPI up","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.62 -pct higher LOLC Development Finance, Kotmale holdings and Commercial Leasing and Finance pushed ASPI up",negative,-0.848835528
"Sri Lanka warned of thundershowers, possible landslides",7/5/2021,Weather and Climate,"""Don't stay in open areas and if heavy thunder occurs, unplug all electrical devices,"" the DMC said.","Sri Lanka warned of thundershowers, possible landslides ""Don't stay in open areas and if heavy thunder occurs, unplug all electrical devices,"" the DMC said.",negative,-0.994006515
Sri Lanka's SJB unmoved by erstwhile colleague's invitation to rejoin UNP,7/5/2021,Politics,"The SJB has called for a ""purification"" of the UNP's ""fraudulent and surreptitious deals"" with the government.","Sri Lanka's SJB unmoved by erstwhile colleague's invitation to rejoin UNP The SJB has called for a ""purification"" of the UNP's ""fraudulent and surreptitious deals"" with the government.",negative,-0.99319768
Sri Lanka SJB urban councillor on the run after assaulting female UNP colleague,7/5/2021,Politics,The incident had occurred on Saturday (03).,Sri Lanka SJB urban councillor on the run after assaulting female UNP colleague The incident had occurred on Saturday (03).,negative,-0.98808217
"World Bank helps Sri Lanka buy 5mn Coronavirus vaccines, oxygen concentrators",7/5/2021,Economy,"800,000 Pfizer vaccines included","World Bank helps Sri Lanka buy 5mn Coronavirus vaccines, oxygen concentrators 800,000 Pfizer vaccines included",negative,-0.843633294
Thirty-two including Maldivian arrested in Sri Lanka for sex-trafficking 15-year-old online,7/5/2021,Crime,"The Maldivian national had paid for the underage girl’s services, while a hotel manager had provided a room","Thirty-two including Maldivian arrested in Sri Lanka for sex-trafficking 15-year-old online The Maldivian national had paid for the underage girl’s services, while a hotel manager had provided a room",negative,-0.992536426
First batch of Pfizer-BionTech jab arrives in Sri Lanka,7/5/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka is the first South Asian country to receive a consignment of the Pfizer jab, said President Gotabaya Rajapaksa","First batch of Pfizer-BionTech jab arrives in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka is the first South Asian country to receive a consignment of the Pfizer jab, said President Gotabaya Rajapaksa",negative,-0.992521584
"Sri Lanka Fitch rated banks fare better than expected, bad loans 9.1-pct",7/5/2021,Banking,Expects bad loans to rise to 10.5 percent by year end,"Sri Lanka Fitch rated banks fare better than expected, bad loans 9.1-pct Expects bad loans to rise to 10.5 percent by year end",negative,-0.995789111
Sri Lanka's Perpetual linked W M Mendis to re-start alcohol production: report,7/5/2021,Economy,Owes billions in taxes to IRD and Excise Dept,Sri Lanka's Perpetual linked W M Mendis to re-start alcohol production: report Owes billions in taxes to IRD and Excise Dept,negative,-0.992964625
"Sri Lanka budget deficit up to April 2021 at 3.2-pct of GDP, exceeds revenue",7/5/2021,Economy,Over 200 billion rupees printed to generate US$929mn BOP deficit,"Sri Lanka budget deficit up to April 2021 at 3.2-pct of GDP, exceeds revenue Over 200 billion rupees printed to generate US$929mn BOP deficit",negative,-0.994863808
Sri Lanka to continue travel restrictions between provinces till July 19: officials,7/4/2021,Health,"No decision has been taken to fully lockdown the country, the task force said.","Sri Lanka to continue travel restrictions between provinces till July 19: officials No decision has been taken to fully lockdown the country, the task force said.",negative,-0.992504358
"Sri Lanka vaccinates 30-pct of apparel workers, 50-pct targeted by July",7/4/2021,Apparel,Hopes vaccinate the entire workforce before the end of 2021. ,"Sri Lanka vaccinates 30-pct of apparel workers, 50-pct targeted by July Hopes vaccinate the entire workforce before the end of 2021. ",negative,-0.978291631
"Sri Lanka following John Law, rupee debauched in MMT: legislator",7/4/2021,Economy,Same dead rope given to King Louis given to this country,"Sri Lanka following John Law, rupee debauched in MMT: legislator Same dead rope given to King Louis given to this country",negative,-0.994593322
"Sri Lanka wins special award for pesticide control, suicide prevention",7/3/2021,Environment,Sri Lanka has won a special award along with the Philippines and Colombia.,"Sri Lanka wins special award for pesticide control, suicide prevention Sri Lanka has won a special award along with the Philippines and Colombia.",positive,0.998163044
India Navy ship discovers shipwreck off Sri Lanka in search for X-Press Pearl debris,7/3/2021,Environment,64 pieces of debris found in side scan sonar survey,India Navy ship discovers shipwreck off Sri Lanka in search for X-Press Pearl debris 64 pieces of debris found in side scan sonar survey,negative,-0.992565393
"Sri Lanka to reopen nearly 3,000 schools in July: education minister",7/2/2021,Education,"“It was decided to formulate a plan to reopen the schools step by step,” the minister said.","Sri Lanka to reopen nearly 3,000 schools in July: education minister “It was decided to formulate a plan to reopen the schools step by step,” the minister said.",negative,-0.694366932
Sri Lanka stocks end marginally higher,7/2/2021,Markets,"LOLC Holdings, Browns Investment and Kotmale Holdings pushed ASPI up","Sri Lanka stocks end marginally higher LOLC Holdings, Browns Investment and Kotmale Holdings pushed ASPI up",negative,-0.876098752
Duminda pardon: Slain former Sri Lanka MP's family reluctant to go to int'l community,7/2/2021,Human Rights,"However, the family has yet to arrive at a final decision, she said.","Duminda pardon: Slain former Sri Lanka MP's family reluctant to go to int'l community However, the family has yet to arrive at a final decision, she said.",negative,-0.986812174
"Sri Lanka rupee inactive after new forex controls, bond yields down",7/2/2021,Bonds & Forex,Activity in longer tenor bonds gradually petering off,"Sri Lanka rupee inactive after new forex controls, bond yields down Activity in longer tenor bonds gradually petering off",negative,-0.998928368
"Vaccinate all Sri Lankans over 30 in western province by end July, president tells officials",7/2/2021,Health,Rajapaksa called for the systematic inoculation of a higher percentage of people in all parts of the island by September,"Vaccinate all Sri Lankans over 30 in western province by end July, president tells officials Rajapaksa called for the systematic inoculation of a higher percentage of people in all parts of the island by September",negative,-0.956686199
"Sri Lanka has no need to raise rates as yet, following alternative to IMF: Minister Cabraal",7/2/2021,Economy,Rates can be raised if inflation picks up,"Sri Lanka has no need to raise rates as yet, following alternative to IMF: Minister Cabraal Rates can be raised if inflation picks up",negative,-0.863524556
China-backed Port City act could be Sri Lanka's Nanjing treaty: former finance minister,7/2/2021,Economy,"“It will be a centre for international money laundering for the local and international mafia.""","China-backed Port City act could be Sri Lanka's Nanjing treaty: former finance minister “It will be a centre for international money laundering for the local and international mafia.""",negative,-0.945217192
Sri Lanka acquires another million doses of Sinopharm; two million more expected,7/2/2021,Health,"With the latest consignment, Sri Lanka has received a total of 4.1 million doses of the Chinese vaccine so far.","Sri Lanka acquires another million doses of Sinopharm; two million more expected With the latest consignment, Sri Lanka has received a total of 4.1 million doses of the Chinese vaccine so far.",negative,-0.972451091
"Sri Lanka tightens capital controls, outflows from forex accounts capped",7/2/2021,Economy,Blanket approvals taken off for outward investments,"Sri Lanka tightens capital controls, outflows from forex accounts capped Blanket approvals taken off for outward investments",negative,-0.974541068
"Sri Lanka top banks has high exposure to sovereign debt, past haircuts have averaged 37-pct: Fitch",7/2/2021,Banking,"""The exposure of Fitch-rated banks to the sovereign was 39-pct of assets and 471 percent of equity as at end-2020""","Sri Lanka top banks has high exposure to sovereign debt, past haircuts have averaged 37-pct: Fitch ""The exposure of Fitch-rated banks to the sovereign was 39-pct of assets and 471 percent of equity as at end-2020""",negative,-0.914585948
Sri Lanka's China-backed Port City and CSE links up for dollarized stock exchange,7/2/2021,Markets,International stock exchange partner to come,Sri Lanka's China-backed Port City and CSE links up for dollarized stock exchange International stock exchange partner to come,positive,0.97808218
Sri Lanka updates EU on terror revision ahead of GSP+ monitoring mission,7/1/2021,Economy,EU had raised concerns over rule of law,Sri Lanka updates EU on terror revision ahead of GSP+ monitoring mission EU had raised concerns over rule of law,negative,-0.963344932
Sri Lanka stocks close 1.39-pct lower as Nanda Finance falls,7/1/2021,Markets,Pumped up stocks fall,Sri Lanka stocks close 1.39-pct lower as Nanda Finance falls Pumped up stocks fall,negative,-0.999320269
Sri Lanka puts COVID-19 home treatment plans on hold,7/1/2021,Health,"Home treatment has been tested and will be used if the need arises, Dr Herath said.","Sri Lanka puts COVID-19 home treatment plans on hold Home treatment has been tested and will be used if the need arises, Dr Herath said.",negative,-0.97115618
"""Gimmicky"" cabinet reshuffle on the cards in Sri lanka; minor parties to lose out: SJB",7/1/2021,Politics,"""The government will try to clip the wings of cabinet ministers that represent minor parties in the SLPP-led alliance.""","""Gimmicky"" cabinet reshuffle on the cards in Sri lanka; minor parties to lose out: SJB ""The government will try to clip the wings of cabinet ministers that represent minor parties in the SLPP-led alliance.""",negative,-0.998695672
"Sri Lanka finds 176 dead turtles, 20 dolphins, 5 whales as X-Press Pearl leaks chemicals",7/1/2021,Environment,Chemicals from the ship believed to be responsible for the deaths ,"Sri Lanka finds 176 dead turtles, 20 dolphins, 5 whales as X-Press Pearl leaks chemicals Chemicals from the ship believed to be responsible for the deaths ",negative,-0.997285366
Sri Lanka archaeology dept won't take action against Chinese dredging company,7/1/2021,International Relations,"The archaeology department does not wish to harass anybody by dragging them to court, the director general said.","Sri Lanka archaeology dept won't take action against Chinese dredging company The archaeology department does not wish to harass anybody by dragging them to court, the director general said.",negative,-0.896124482
Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 225/226.50 to US dollar in kerb market amid money printing,7/1/2021,Economy,In the formal market trading curbs and unofficial rationing has reduced supply of dollars to match printed money ,Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 225/226.50 to US dollar in kerb market amid money printing In the formal market trading curbs and unofficial rationing has reduced supply of dollars to match printed money ,negative,-0.999429047
Sri Lanka bakers plan to increase bread prices by Rs10: report,7/1/2021,Economy,Key mill has said wheat prices would be raised by 18 rupees,Sri Lanka bakers plan to increase bread prices by Rs10: report Key mill has said wheat prices would be raised by 18 rupees,negative,-0.985697865
Sri Lanka to fine traders US$500 for breaking edict maxima on rice amid money printing: report,7/1/2021,Agriculture,The rupee has fallen from 182 to 200 amid the latest money printing,Sri Lanka to fine traders US$500 for breaking edict maxima on rice amid money printing: report The rupee has fallen from 182 to 200 amid the latest money printing,negative,-0.999280393
Sri Lanka's Mattala Airport gets international health certificate,7/1/2021,Aviation,Sri Lanka's Bandaranaike International Airport received ACI accreditation on January 11. ,Sri Lanka's Mattala Airport gets international health certificate Sri Lanka's Bandaranaike International Airport received ACI accreditation on January 11. ,positive,0.962088346
"Sri Lanka nurses to call in sick July 1, 2 over unmet trade union demands",6/30/2021,Health,The demands include the reinstatement of a promotions mechanism and staff status.,"Sri Lanka nurses to call in sick July 1, 2 over unmet trade union demands The demands include the reinstatement of a promotions mechanism and staff status.",negative,-0.994617999
Sri Lanka detectives drop another bombshell in X-Press Pearl probe,6/30/2021,Legal,More communication records missing,Sri Lanka detectives drop another bombshell in X-Press Pearl probe More communication records missing,negative,-0.999371827
"Sri Lanka inflation rises to 5.2-pct in June, food prices up 11.3-pct",6/30/2021,Economy,Foods rise 3.9-pct in the month,"Sri Lanka inflation rises to 5.2-pct in June, food prices up 11.3-pct Foods rise 3.9-pct in the month",negative,-0.927145362
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.24-pct,6/30/2021,Markets,"LOLC Holdings, Nestle Lanka and Commercial Bank pushed ASPI down","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.24-pct LOLC Holdings, Nestle Lanka and Commercial Bank pushed ASPI down",negative,-0.999550641
Sri Lanka sells 80-pct of Treasuries at auction,6/30/2021,Bonds & Forex,Price control raised by 02 bp,Sri Lanka sells 80-pct of Treasuries at auction Price control raised by 02 bp,negative,-0.99067229
"Sri Lanka revokes ban on arrivals from gulf countries, allows hotel quarantine",6/30/2021,Health,"The ban, announced Monday (29), was to be in effect from July 1 to 13.","Sri Lanka revokes ban on arrivals from gulf countries, allows hotel quarantine The ban, announced Monday (29), was to be in effect from July 1 to 13.",negative,-0.882957995
Hudson Samarasinghe returns as chair of Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation,6/30/2021,Media,This is at least the fourth occasion in Samarasinghe's decades-long career that he was appointed to this position.,Hudson Samarasinghe returns as chair of Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corporation This is at least the fourth occasion in Samarasinghe's decades-long career that he was appointed to this position.,positive,0.998768508
"Construction begins on 39-acre, Rs 1.5 bn bird park in Colombo, Sri Lanka",6/30/2021,Economy,"A private sector investor was selected for the project, the urban development ministry said.","Construction begins on 39-acre, Rs 1.5 bn bird park in Colombo, Sri Lanka A private sector investor was selected for the project, the urban development ministry said.",positive,0.884184539
Committee that probed Sri Lanka parliament fracas to hand over report next week,6/30/2021,Politics,The incident involved government MPs who had allegedly tried to attack main opposition SJB MP Harin Fernando.,Committee that probed Sri Lanka parliament fracas to hand over report next week The incident involved government MPs who had allegedly tried to attack main opposition SJB MP Harin Fernando.,negative,-0.961815
Sri Lanka fabric park for 'greener' apparel with transparent supply chain,6/30/2021,Business,BOI upgrading older industrial to higher eco-standards,Sri Lanka fabric park for 'greener' apparel with transparent supply chain BOI upgrading older industrial to higher eco-standards,negative,-0.839882433
"Sri Lanka rupee dollar parallel markets step in amid money printing, forex curbs",6/30/2021,Economy,Parallel exchange markets had developed officially and unofficially in money printing non-credible pegged regimes,"Sri Lanka rupee dollar parallel markets step in amid money printing, forex curbs Parallel exchange markets had developed officially and unofficially in money printing non-credible pegged regimes",negative,-0.985690296
Sri Lanka to get US$150mn Coronavirus vaccine loan from ADB,6/30/2021,Economy,Credit will support refrigeration and related facilities,Sri Lanka to get US$150mn Coronavirus vaccine loan from ADB Credit will support refrigeration and related facilities,negative,-0.928699493
Sri Lanka rolls over US$36.24mn out of US$180mn in maturing dollar bonds,6/29/2021,Economy,Dollar bond yields are higher than rupee yields amid money printing,Sri Lanka rolls over US$36.24mn out of US$180mn in maturing dollar bonds Dollar bond yields are higher than rupee yields amid money printing,negative,-0.969205678
Sri Lanka bond yields close steady,6/29/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's debt office is selling 37 billion rupees in a bills auction to be held on June 30,Sri Lanka bond yields close steady Sri Lanka's debt office is selling 37 billion rupees in a bills auction to be held on June 30,positive,0.554255724
"Sri Lanka sells Rs38.7bn in 2025, 2028 bonds",6/29/2021,Markets,Actual cash yield is higher due to bonds being sold at premium,"Sri Lanka sells Rs38.7bn in 2025, 2028 bonds Actual cash yield is higher due to bonds being sold at premium",positive,0.702028096
SriLankan gets top health rating from airline safety group,6/29/2021,Aviation,In January 2021 SriLankan was also awarded a “Platinum” standard for its extra safety measures and hygiene precautio...,SriLankan gets top health rating from airline safety group In January 2021 SriLankan was also awarded a “Platinum” standard for its extra safety measures and hygiene precautio...,positive,0.958800972
"With hospitals likely to be overrun, Sri Lanka shifts focus to COVID-19 home treatment",6/29/2021,Health,"A dedicated hotline, 1390, has also been opened for inquiries regarding home treatment.","With hospitals likely to be overrun, Sri Lanka shifts focus to COVID-19 home treatment A dedicated hotline, 1390, has also been opened for inquiries regarding home treatment.",negative,-0.896613955
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.27-pct lower,6/29/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka to allow listed companies to issue dollar-denominated shares and debt to investors ,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.27-pct lower Sri Lanka to allow listed companies to issue dollar-denominated shares and debt to investors ,negative,-0.999193728
"Sri Lanka's ""Rajapaksa trinity"" have failed: JVP leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake",6/29/2021,Politics,"“The Mahinda-Gotabaya-Basil trinity has failed,” he said.","Sri Lanka's ""Rajapaksa trinity"" have failed: JVP leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake “The Mahinda-Gotabaya-Basil trinity has failed,” he said.",negative,-0.999749959
X-Press Pearl - Sri Lanka's shipping agents group explains background on dangerous cargo,6/29/2021,Logistics,Most ships routinely carry hazardous cargo subject to rules,X-Press Pearl - Sri Lanka's shipping agents group explains background on dangerous cargo Most ships routinely carry hazardous cargo subject to rules,negative,-0.814727962
Sri Lanka to temporarily ban inbound passengers from Gulf countries,6/29/2021,Health,"However, passengers transiting via these countries will be permitted, a circular said.","Sri Lanka to temporarily ban inbound passengers from Gulf countries However, passengers transiting via these countries will be permitted, a circular said.",positive,0.736189127
"Constitutional provisions followed to ""last letter"" in pardoning Sri Lanka murder convict: minister",6/29/2021,Politics,"The pardon was not granted circumventing legal provisions, the minister claimed.","Constitutional provisions followed to ""last letter"" in pardoning Sri Lanka murder convict: minister The pardon was not granted circumventing legal provisions, the minister claimed.",negative,-0.974963665
Duminda's pardon highlights need for genuine rule of law in Sri Lanka: Human Rights Watch,6/29/2021,Human Rights,"""... not favors to friends or blatantly cynical measures to keep trade preferences,"" the HRW South Asia Director said.","Duminda's pardon highlights need for genuine rule of law in Sri Lanka: Human Rights Watch ""... not favors to friends or blatantly cynical measures to keep trade preferences,"" the HRW South Asia Director said.",negative,-0.981993735
"Three suspected Delta cases detected in Sri Lanka, but officials yet to determine strain",6/29/2021,Health,"""After the first five patients, we have three main patients that are suspected to have the delta variant,"" he said.","Three suspected Delta cases detected in Sri Lanka, but officials yet to determine strain ""After the first five patients, we have three main patients that are suspected to have the delta variant,"" he said.",negative,-0.977436662
Sri Lanka listed companies cleared to sell dollar shares and bonds,6/29/2021,Bonds & Forex,New forex regulations to be issued,Sri Lanka listed companies cleared to sell dollar shares and bonds New forex regulations to be issued,negative,-0.554316819
"Sri Lanka finance company unit growth may pressure Singer, Abans: Fitch",6/29/2021,Markets,No pressure on Dialog due to rating headroom,"Sri Lanka finance company unit growth may pressure Singer, Abans: Fitch No pressure on Dialog due to rating headroom",negative,-0.984248579
Sri Lanka's NIFL trades like an NFT in classic 'cornering' amid MMT,6/29/2021,Markets,"Trades at 761 times full year earnings, amid losses in the March quarter","Sri Lanka's NIFL trades like an NFT in classic 'cornering' amid MMT Trades at 761 times full year earnings, amid losses in the March quarter",negative,-0.994386911
"Sri Lanka gives state jobs for 65,000 unemployed graduates, 35,000 less educated",6/29/2021,Economy,More to be recruited,"Sri Lanka gives state jobs for 65,000 unemployed graduates, 35,000 less educated More to be recruited",negative,-0.97134912
Sri Lanka bond yields remain steady,6/28/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka forex dealers have been barred from quoting above 200 to the US dollar.,Sri Lanka bond yields remain steady Sri Lanka forex dealers have been barred from quoting above 200 to the US dollar.,negative,-0.593888879
"Expert committee approves Pfizer, Moderna as second jab for Sri Lankans awaiting AstraZeneca",6/28/2021,Health,Ministry Secretary Dr Saman Ratnayake said that the Pfizer consignment is expected to arrive on July 05.,"Expert committee approves Pfizer, Moderna as second jab for Sri Lankans awaiting AstraZeneca Ministry Secretary Dr Saman Ratnayake said that the Pfizer consignment is expected to arrive on July 05.",negative,-0.814578831
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.88-pct higher,6/28/2021,Markets,"LOLC Development Finance, Nestle Lanka and LOLC Holdings pushes ASPI up","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.88-pct higher LOLC Development Finance, Nestle Lanka and LOLC Holdings pushes ASPI up",positive,0.773959935
Sri Lanka ruling party national list MPs ready to give up seat for Basil Rajapaksa: Kariyawasam,6/28/2021,Politics,Reports suggested SLPP national list MP Prof Ranjith Bandara will vacate his seat to make way for Rajapaksa.,Sri Lanka ruling party national list MPs ready to give up seat for Basil Rajapaksa: Kariyawasam Reports suggested SLPP national list MP Prof Ranjith Bandara will vacate his seat to make way for Rajapaksa.,negative,-0.999410033
Sri Lanka cricketers in hot water over possible bio-bubble breach in England,6/28/2021,International Relations,A video circulating online shows Sri Lankan batsman Danushka Gunathilaka also roaming the streets of Durhan.,Sri Lanka cricketers in hot water over possible bio-bubble breach in England A video circulating online shows Sri Lankan batsman Danushka Gunathilaka also roaming the streets of Durhan.,negative,-0.986379385
Sri Lanka health authorities detect another case of delta COVID-19 strain in community,6/28/2021,Health,"""Our main focus is on not letting the virus spread from the area,"" the MOH said.","Sri Lanka health authorities detect another case of delta COVID-19 strain in community ""Our main focus is on not letting the virus spread from the area,"" the MOH said.",negative,-0.956916094
"Sri Lanka president's address to the nation ""useless"", says main opposition",6/28/2021,Politics,The MP claimed the president’s 69 minute speech was an attempt to appease the 6.9 million voters.,"Sri Lanka president's address to the nation ""useless"", says main opposition The MP claimed the president’s 69 minute speech was an attempt to appease the 6.9 million voters.",negative,-0.999734223
"Sri Lanka Central Bank Governor issues statement on rupee, debt repayments",6/28/2021,Economy,"Banks managing outflows within inflows, while giving priority to essential and urgent imports ","Sri Lanka Central Bank Governor issues statement on rupee, debt repayments Banks managing outflows within inflows, while giving priority to essential and urgent imports ",positive,0.985158265
"Sri Lanka expects to acquire Sinopharm, Pfizer, Moderna, Sinovac COVID-19 vaccines in July",6/28/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka expects to receive a range of vaccines against COVID-19 in July in varying numbers of doses, officials said.","Sri Lanka expects to acquire Sinopharm, Pfizer, Moderna, Sinovac COVID-19 vaccines in July Sri Lanka expects to receive a range of vaccines against COVID-19 in July in varying numbers of doses, officials said.",negative,-0.985841572
Sri Lanka prints Rs23bn outright after price controls fail bill auction,6/28/2021,Economy,Overnight borrowing at Rs45bn after the outright injection,Sri Lanka prints Rs23bn outright after price controls fail bill auction Overnight borrowing at Rs45bn after the outright injection,negative,-0.995828211
"Sri Lanka private credit grows in May, state credit picks up",6/28/2021,Banking,Private credit grows by over Rs55bn in April and May,"Sri Lanka private credit grows in May, state credit picks up Private credit grows by over Rs55bn in April and May",negative,-0.935242414
"Sri Lanka trade bans boosted sugar SOE profits, turmeric market: President",6/28/2021,Economy,"Bans on tea blending, pepper re-exports to remain","Sri Lanka trade bans boosted sugar SOE profits, turmeric market: President Bans on tea blending, pepper re-exports to remain",negative,-0.984943688
"Sri Lanka will not reverse chemical fertilizer import ban, move to save US$400mn",6/27/2021,Agriculture,Officials not taking decisions due to fear,"Sri Lanka will not reverse chemical fertilizer import ban, move to save US$400mn Officials not taking decisions due to fear",negative,-0.941620946
Sri Lanka's national inflation hits 6.1-pct in May,6/27/2021,Economy,The food and non-alcoholic beverages sub-index was up 10.3 percent from a year earlier.,Sri Lanka's national inflation hits 6.1-pct in May The food and non-alcoholic beverages sub-index was up 10.3 percent from a year earlier.,negative,-0.764357626
"Sri Lanka's IMF SDR allocation, one hurdle passed amid Iran complication",6/27/2021,Economy,Executive Board concurrence and Board of Governors approval ahead amid Iran jitters,"Sri Lanka's IMF SDR allocation, one hurdle passed amid Iran complication Executive Board concurrence and Board of Governors approval ahead amid Iran jitters",negative,-0.974519908
Sri Lanka collects Rs1.4bn from anti-tower tax as rural kids climb roofs for mobile signals,6/27/2021,Economy,Revenues from the anti-tower tax went up in 2020,Sri Lanka collects Rs1.4bn from anti-tower tax as rural kids climb roofs for mobile signals Revenues from the anti-tower tax went up in 2020,negative,-0.963171244
"Sri Lanka has little tax money left after paying state workers, economy in historic crisis: Bandula",6/26/2021,Economy,"""When Rs1,052bn out of the Rs1,373bn in revenues go to pay salaries and pensions of state workers only Rs321bn is left.""","Sri Lanka has little tax money left after paying state workers, economy in historic crisis: Bandula ""When Rs1,052bn out of the Rs1,373bn in revenues go to pay salaries and pensions of state workers only Rs321bn is left.""",negative,-0.997015834
Jailed Sri Lanka top detective Abeysekara makes first media appearance since release,6/26/2021,Human Rights,“I won’t have to face punishment because I have not done any wrong.”,Jailed Sri Lanka top detective Abeysekara makes first media appearance since release “I won’t have to face punishment because I have not done any wrong.”,positive,0.998465896
"Sri Lanka chamber writes to President, seeks SOE restructuring, fertilizer re-think, debt relief",6/26/2021,Economy,Suggests series of reforms,"Sri Lanka chamber writes to President, seeks SOE restructuring, fertilizer re-think, debt relief Suggests series of reforms",negative,-0.825330496
Sri Lanka COVID-19 third wave due to people travelling during April holidays: President,6/25/2021,Health,"“Today, we are facing a third wave of coronavirus as a consequence of the people travelling in large groups""","Sri Lanka COVID-19 third wave due to people travelling during April holidays: President “Today, we are facing a third wave of coronavirus as a consequence of the people travelling in large groups""",negative,-0.991971374
Sri Lanka has spent Rs 260 bn in providing relief since COVID-19 emerged: President,6/25/2021,Economy,"Some 30 billion rupees spent has been spent to pay a 5,000-rupee allowance to daily wage earners","Sri Lanka has spent Rs 260 bn in providing relief since COVID-19 emerged: President Some 30 billion rupees spent has been spent to pay a 5,000-rupee allowance to daily wage earners",negative,-0.972746849
Sri Lanka plans to vaccinate 13 million by end of September: President Rajapaksa,6/25/2021,Health,"""We should be able to vaccinate almost everyone over the age of 30 by then,"" he said.","Sri Lanka plans to vaccinate 13 million by end of September: President Rajapaksa ""We should be able to vaccinate almost everyone over the age of 30 by then,"" he said.",negative,-0.613838017
Sri Lanka sells 35-pct of US$100mn dollar bond auction,6/25/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has to settle US$180mn in maturing bonds,Sri Lanka sells 35-pct of US$100mn dollar bond auction Sri Lanka has to settle US$180mn in maturing bonds,negative,-0.987378061
Sri Lanka gilt yields steady at close,6/25/2021,Bonds & Forex,Forex market remains inactive,Sri Lanka gilt yields steady at close Forex market remains inactive,negative,-0.998304009
Cornered former Nanda Finance drives Sri Lanka stocks higher,6/25/2021,Markets,Stock has emerged among top capitalized companies,Cornered former Nanda Finance drives Sri Lanka stocks higher Stock has emerged among top capitalized companies,positive,0.997888148
Sri Lanka opp leader expects solutions to six major issues in president's address,6/25/2021,Politics,"People from all walks of life are suffering as a result of the sudden increase in fuel prices, Premadasa said.","Sri Lanka opp leader expects solutions to six major issues in president's address People from all walks of life are suffering as a result of the sudden increase in fuel prices, Premadasa said.",negative,-0.978704929
Boxship MSC Messina hit by engine room fire after leaving Sri Lanka,6/25/2021,Logistics,Another vessel within sight,Boxship MSC Messina hit by engine room fire after leaving Sri Lanka Another vessel within sight,negative,-0.998539448
Sri Lanka aborts plan to import compost fertilizer,6/25/2021,Agriculture,Liquid organic fertilizer extracts would continue to be allowed,Sri Lanka aborts plan to import compost fertilizer Liquid organic fertilizer extracts would continue to be allowed,negative,-0.979053617
Sri Lanka death row inmates on hunger strike after release of murder convict politico,6/25/2021,Human Rights,Reports showed inmates at the Welikada prison protesting from the roof of a building at the prison premises.,Sri Lanka death row inmates on hunger strike after release of murder convict politico Reports showed inmates at the Welikada prison protesting from the roof of a building at the prison premises.,negative,-0.990279615
Duminda's release typical of Sri Lanka's arbitrary pardons that weaken rule of law: OHCHR,6/25/2021,Human Rights,"""Another example of selective, arbitrary granting of pardons that weakens rule of law and undermines accountability""","Duminda's release typical of Sri Lanka's arbitrary pardons that weaken rule of law: OHCHR ""Another example of selective, arbitrary granting of pardons that weakens rule of law and undermines accountability""",negative,-0.998942316
Sri Lanka adds Thai Bhat to designated foreign currencies for off-shore banking,6/25/2021,Economy,The Colombo Port City multiple currency dollarised area will also use designated currency,Sri Lanka adds Thai Bhat to designated foreign currencies for off-shore banking The Colombo Port City multiple currency dollarised area will also use designated currency,positive,0.860487521
Travel between Sri Lanka's provinces to be curtailed till July 05: Health Services DG,6/25/2021,Health,"New guidelines will also be issued to shops and stalls in the Western province, he said.","Travel between Sri Lanka's provinces to be curtailed till July 05: Health Services DG New guidelines will also be issued to shops and stalls in the Western province, he said.",negative,-0.999208391
"Sri Lanka to use US$100mn India Exim solar power credit for state offices, poor families",6/25/2021,Energy,Operating expenses of state buildings to be reduced,"Sri Lanka to use US$100mn India Exim solar power credit for state offices, poor families Operating expenses of state buildings to be reduced",negative,-0.998503089
Duminda's pardon may be arbitrary if certain provisos unsatisfied: Sri Lanka Bar Associaiton,6/24/2021,Politics,"""It may result in a loss of public confidence in respect of the administration of justice”","Duminda's pardon may be arbitrary if certain provisos unsatisfied: Sri Lanka Bar Associaiton ""It may result in a loss of public confidence in respect of the administration of justice”",negative,-0.999744236
UNHRC core group concerned over Sri Lanka's lack of progress on human rights,6/24/2021,Human Rights,"""We regret the lack of progress on these issues, with a number of further concerning developments,"" the core group said.","UNHRC core group concerned over Sri Lanka's lack of progress on human rights ""We regret the lack of progress on these issues, with a number of further concerning developments,"" the core group said.",negative,-0.991648078
Sri Lanka's upside down rupee dollar swap rates show deep MMT financial crisis: Harsha,6/24/2021,Economy,One year swap at 1800. Who will believe that the rupee will strengthen to 182 in the next 12 months?,Sri Lanka's upside down rupee dollar swap rates show deep MMT financial crisis: Harsha One year swap at 1800. Who will believe that the rupee will strengthen to 182 in the next 12 months?,negative,-0.998419166
Former Sri Lanka MP and murder convinct Duminda Silva out on presidential pardon,6/24/2021,Politics,"However, the prison spokesman previously claimed that Silva was not among prisoners released today (24)","Former Sri Lanka MP and murder convinct Duminda Silva out on presidential pardon However, the prison spokesman previously claimed that Silva was not among prisoners released today (24)",negative,-0.986062229
Presidential pardon granted to 93 prisoners including 16 ex-LTTE cadres in Sri Lanka,6/24/2021,Politics,Sports Minister Namal Rajapaksa had requested Justice Minister Ali Sabry to do justice by the ex combatants,Presidential pardon granted to 93 prisoners including 16 ex-LTTE cadres in Sri Lanka Sports Minister Namal Rajapaksa had requested Justice Minister Ali Sabry to do justice by the ex combatants,negative,-0.896166027
Sri Lanka gilt yields marginally down at close,6/23/2021,Markets,Forex market inactive ,Sri Lanka gilt yields marginally down at close Forex market inactive ,negative,-0.998656988
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.02-pct lower,6/23/2021,Markets,"Carson Cumberbatch, Bukit Darah and Melstacorp pushed ASPI down","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.02-pct lower Carson Cumberbatch, Bukit Darah and Melstacorp pushed ASPI down",negative,-0.998919487
"Sri Lanka Met Dept issues severe lightning warning, requests caution",6/23/2021,Weather and Climate,"""There may be temporary localised strong winds during thundershowers.""","Sri Lanka Met Dept issues severe lightning warning, requests caution ""There may be temporary localised strong winds during thundershowers.""",negative,-0.986385047
"Sri Lanka police ramp up patrol duties, add barricades in locked down areas",6/23/2021,Health,Police said security will increased island-wide from 8pm June 23 till 4am June 25,"Sri Lanka police ramp up patrol duties, add barricades in locked down areas Police said security will increased island-wide from 8pm June 23 till 4am June 25",positive,0.887532473
Sri Lanka looking to accelerate vaccination as fears of a delta surge loom,6/23/2021,Health,"However, research in the UK is pointing to some concerning cases of resistance to vaccines.","Sri Lanka looking to accelerate vaccination as fears of a delta surge loom However, research in the UK is pointing to some concerning cases of resistance to vaccines.",negative,-0.540311396
"Ranil urges PM to take over Sri Lanka's COVID-19 fight, warns of creeping militarisation",6/23/2021,Health,"“The task force is a total failure. It’s clear when you listen to the health minister’s speech""","Ranil urges PM to take over Sri Lanka's COVID-19 fight, warns of creeping militarisation “The task force is a total failure. It’s clear when you listen to the health minister’s speech""",negative,-0.999656558
Sri Lanka banks that borrow to buy sovereign bonds face increased risk: Fitch,6/23/2021,Banking,Refinancing risks are elevated,Sri Lanka banks that borrow to buy sovereign bonds face increased risk: Fitch Refinancing risks are elevated,positive,0.991827965
Sri Lanka ex-PM Ranil says only alternative is to go to IMF,6/23/2021,Economy,"""If you are not agreeable, tell us what the alternative is""","Sri Lanka ex-PM Ranil says only alternative is to go to IMF ""If you are not agreeable, tell us what the alternative is""",negative,-0.992408633
Sri Lanka to increase 2021 spending by extra 1.2-pct of GDP,6/23/2021,Economy,Before the supplementary estimate the deficit was projected at 9.5-pct of GDP,Sri Lanka to increase 2021 spending by extra 1.2-pct of GDP Before the supplementary estimate the deficit was projected at 9.5-pct of GDP,negative,-0.982249379
"Sri Lanka to expand oxygen storage, boost hospital supply with concentrators: Health Minister",6/23/2021,Health, Sri Lanka’s state hospital system has a daily demand of 40 tonnes for oxygen,"Sri Lanka to expand oxygen storage, boost hospital supply with concentrators: Health Minister  Sri Lanka’s state hospital system has a daily demand of 40 tonnes for oxygen",negative,-0.591989219
Sri Lanka former PM Wickremesinghe back in p'ment; receives warm welcome from govt MPs,6/23/2021,Uncategorized,His former colleagues in the now main opposition the Premadasa-led Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) seemed unmoved.,Sri Lanka former PM Wickremesinghe back in p'ment; receives warm welcome from govt MPs His former colleagues in the now main opposition the Premadasa-led Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) seemed unmoved.,positive,0.994274557
"India names Delta Plus, newer, deadlier strain of novel coronavirus, 'variant of concern'",6/23/2021,Uncategorized,"A variant of concern is more transmissible, or is associated with more disease severity, or evades immunity","India names Delta Plus, newer, deadlier strain of novel coronavirus, 'variant of concern' A variant of concern is more transmissible, or is associated with more disease severity, or evades immunity",negative,-0.999078035
Nihal Keppetipola takes over as Chairman of Sri Lanka Ports Authority,6/23/2021,Logistics,He had been managing director of the agency and Harbhour Master in Colombo,Nihal Keppetipola takes over as Chairman of Sri Lanka Ports Authority He had been managing director of the agency and Harbhour Master in Colombo,positive,0.992090464
Sri Lanka's central bank credit exceeds monetary base in MMT money printing,6/23/2021,Economy,In the past policy corrections tended to be made much earlier.,Sri Lanka's central bank credit exceeds monetary base in MMT money printing In the past policy corrections tended to be made much earlier.,negative,-0.993284822
Sri Lanka fails to sell 57-pct of Treasury bills under price control,6/23/2021,Bonds & Forex,Last week Rs22bn was printed after failure to sell bills,Sri Lanka fails to sell 57-pct of Treasury bills under price control Last week Rs22bn was printed after failure to sell bills,negative,-0.99957794
Sri Lanka forex market remains inactive,6/22/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka forex dealers have been barred from quoting above 200 to the US dollar.,Sri Lanka forex market remains inactive Sri Lanka forex dealers have been barred from quoting above 200 to the US dollar.,negative,-0.998792768
Sri Lanka newsrooms hit by sexual abuse charges,6/22/2021,Legal,Perpetrators identified included those in mid-level jobs and seniors who had moved onto careers in politics,Sri Lanka newsrooms hit by sexual abuse charges Perpetrators identified included those in mid-level jobs and seniors who had moved onto careers in politics,negative,-0.998155534
"Sri Lanka to merge Laugfs, Litro operations, LPG price controls to remain: Minister",6/22/2021,Energy,Government to support losses,"Sri Lanka to merge Laugfs, Litro operations, LPG price controls to remain: Minister Government to support losses",negative,-0.985559106
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.22-pct higher,6/22/2021,Markets,"Carson Cumberbatch, LOLC Development Finance and Bukit Darah pushed ASPI up","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.22-pct higher Carson Cumberbatch, LOLC Development Finance and Bukit Darah pushed ASPI up",negative,-0.953573942
"Suspected delta strain detected in Madiwela, Sri Lanka, a day after lockdown lifted",6/22/2021,Health,An official said the area will be isolated and close contacts of the patient will undergo PCR tests.,"Suspected delta strain detected in Madiwela, Sri Lanka, a day after lockdown lifted An official said the area will be isolated and close contacts of the patient will undergo PCR tests.",negative,-0.994190216
"Sri Lanka rupee, forex markets in pickle as LC rationing froths",6/22/2021,Economy,Money printing has pushed dollar yields above rupee rates,"Sri Lanka rupee, forex markets in pickle as LC rationing froths Money printing has pushed dollar yields above rupee rates",negative,-0.990101218
Sri Lanka to import rice as trade controls strengthen domestic grain 'mafia',6/22/2021,Economy,Rice price spike not due to fertilizer ban,Sri Lanka to import rice as trade controls strengthen domestic grain 'mafia' Rice price spike not due to fertilizer ban,negative,-0.959239483
"Opposition MPs drive tractors, tuktuks protesting Sri Lanka's fuel price hike",6/22/2021,Politics,The protest followed a no confidence motion submitted against Energy Minister Udaya Gammanpila.,"Opposition MPs drive tractors, tuktuks protesting Sri Lanka's fuel price hike The protest followed a no confidence motion submitted against Energy Minister Udaya Gammanpila.",negative,-0.995746672
Over 100 Sri Lankan ICT companies linked with UAE market: Foreign Ministry,6/22/2021,Business,"The initiative was taken to expand and double the island's export options and income, the ministry said.","Over 100 Sri Lankan ICT companies linked with UAE market: Foreign Ministry The initiative was taken to expand and double the island's export options and income, the ministry said.",positive,0.959115148
Fuel price drama: Sri Lanka opposition SJB hands over no confidence motion against minister,6/22/2021,Politics,The SJB parliamentary group including Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa have signed the motion,Fuel price drama: Sri Lanka opposition SJB hands over no confidence motion against minister The SJB parliamentary group including Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa have signed the motion,negative,-0.986774445
"Hambantota Port operator funds PCR lab, offers to 'bridge' hospital with China",6/22/2021,Health,"Funding for the PCR lab came from the China Merchants Foundation, a charity run by HIPG parent CM Ports group.","Hambantota Port operator funds PCR lab, offers to 'bridge' hospital with China Funding for the PCR lab came from the China Merchants Foundation, a charity run by HIPG parent CM Ports group.",negative,-0.982692242
Sri Lanka lifts coconut price controls as monetary nuts loosened,6/22/2021,Economy,A 13 inch coconut was controlled at 80 rupees under earlier order ,Sri Lanka lifts coconut price controls as monetary nuts loosened A 13 inch coconut was controlled at 80 rupees under earlier order ,positive,0.76231885
Did pushing aside Serum Institute's local agent cause a vaccination delay in Sri Lanka?,6/22/2021,Health,"The delay could’ve contributed to the current shortage of some 600,000 second doses of the vaccine, the law firm said.","Did pushing aside Serum Institute's local agent cause a vaccination delay in Sri Lanka? The delay could’ve contributed to the current shortage of some 600,000 second doses of the vaccine, the law firm said.",negative,-0.999171734
"Sri Lanka exports US$884mn in May; US, EU top buyers",6/21/2021,Economy,"The EU as a region bought 210 million US dollars of goods, just behind the US. ","Sri Lanka exports US$884mn in May; US, EU top buyers The EU as a region bought 210 million US dollars of goods, just behind the US. ",positive,0.760642648
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.15-pct higher,6/21/2021,Markets,Turnover was 1.9 billion rupees with 74 stocks gaining and 92 falling.,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.15-pct higher Turnover was 1.9 billion rupees with 74 stocks gaining and 92 falling.,negative,-0.989835918
Sri Lanka relaxes COVID-19 lockdown subject to tightened restrictions,6/21/2021,Health,Authorities have also lifted quarantine isolation of 82 Grama Niladhari divisions in 12 districts.,Sri Lanka relaxes COVID-19 lockdown subject to tightened restrictions Authorities have also lifted quarantine isolation of 82 Grama Niladhari divisions in 12 districts.,positive,0.786545753
Sri Lanka urban council chairman arrested for holding event during lockdown: police,6/21/2021,Health,"Total arrests made by police since October 30, 2020 for violating quarantine regulations have increased to 41,580.","Sri Lanka urban council chairman arrested for holding event during lockdown: police Total arrests made by police since October 30, 2020 for violating quarantine regulations have increased to 41,580.",negative,-0.941517353
Sri Lanka opposition SJB to formally seek presidential pardon for MP Ranjan Ramanayake,6/21/2021,Uncategorized,"Ramanayake signed the documents seeking a presidential pardon in May, according to the MP.","Sri Lanka opposition SJB to formally seek presidential pardon for MP Ranjan Ramanayake Ramanayake signed the documents seeking a presidential pardon in May, according to the MP.",negative,-0.964455247
Sri Lanka runs US$929mn dollar BOP deficit up to April 2021,6/21/2021,Economy,In the first six months of 2021 the central bank's Treasury bill stock went up Rs171bn,Sri Lanka runs US$929mn dollar BOP deficit up to April 2021 In the first six months of 2021 the central bank's Treasury bill stock went up Rs171bn,negative,-0.995766282
Sri Lanka prints Rs22bn after failing to sell bills at ceiling rate,6/21/2021,Economy,Money printing has resumed in June,Sri Lanka prints Rs22bn after failing to sell bills at ceiling rate Money printing has resumed in June,negative,-0.995537996
Sri Lanka Development Bonds of US$100mn offered,6/21/2021,Bonds & Forex,On June 30 around 188.5 million dollars of SLDBs are due to mature.,Sri Lanka Development Bonds of US$100mn offered On June 30 around 188.5 million dollars of SLDBs are due to mature.,positive,0.998207808
"Sri Lanka retailers seek loan restructure, rent and utility relief on Covid-19 hit",6/21/2021,Business,SLRA said many members are struggling to stay afloat,"Sri Lanka retailers seek loan restructure, rent and utility relief on Covid-19 hit SLRA said many members are struggling to stay afloat",negative,-0.998261034
Sri Lanka trying to re-finance billion dollar CPC 'Nick Leeson' loan from state banks: report,6/20/2021,Economy,"Bank loans and suppliers credits were a total of 3,355 million US dollars or 635 billion rupees","Sri Lanka trying to re-finance billion dollar CPC 'Nick Leeson' loan from state banks: report Bank loans and suppliers credits were a total of 3,355 million US dollars or 635 billion rupees",negative,-0.999045789
Deadly delta: Sri Lanka Medical Association urges president to continue lockdown,6/20/2021,Health,The SLMA has called for a gradual relaxation of the lockdown in phases,Deadly delta: Sri Lanka Medical Association urges president to continue lockdown The SLMA has called for a gradual relaxation of the lockdown in phases,negative,-0.986414015
Sri Lanka issues order to ban coconut tree felling,6/20/2021,Agriculture,Adds to existing controls on jackfruit,Sri Lanka issues order to ban coconut tree felling Adds to existing controls on jackfruit,negative,-0.978152454
Sri Lanka Phosphate SOE taken out of industries ministry,6/20/2021,Business,Placed under Agriculture Ministry,Sri Lanka Phosphate SOE taken out of industries ministry Placed under Agriculture Ministry,negative,-0.991654515
"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services buckle in May as Coronavirus wave bites: PMI",6/20/2021,Business,Absenteeism hits manufacturing,"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services buckle in May as Coronavirus wave bites: PMI Absenteeism hits manufacturing",negative,-0.999058664
Japan donates one million AstraZeneca doses to Vietnam as 'Extensive Strategic Partner',6/19/2021,Economy,Japanese businesses have also donated to Vietnam's vaccine fund,Japan donates one million AstraZeneca doses to Vietnam as 'Extensive Strategic Partner' Japanese businesses have also donated to Vietnam's vaccine fund,negative,-0.870603085
"Sri Lanka links some turtle deaths to X-Press Pearl fire, whale death probed",6/19/2021,Environment,Some fish coming ashore have also had plastic nurdles (polypropylene granules) that had spilt from the ship.,"Sri Lanka links some turtle deaths to X-Press Pearl fire, whale death probed Some fish coming ashore have also had plastic nurdles (polypropylene granules) that had spilt from the ship.",negative,-0.993409514
Mental health of students should be priority in Covid-19 hit South Asia: educationist,6/19/2021,Business,All students regardless of income severely affected. Inequity is widespread ,Mental health of students should be priority in Covid-19 hit South Asia: educationist All students regardless of income severely affected. Inequity is widespread ,negative,-0.973336339
Sri Lanka forex markets remain inactive,6/18/2021,Bonds & Forex,Forex dealers have been barred from quoting above 200 to the US dollar.,Sri Lanka forex markets remain inactive Forex dealers have been barred from quoting above 200 to the US dollar.,negative,-0.998395264
"COVAX may donate 264,000 doses of AstraZeneca to Sri Lanka subject to conditions",6/18/2021,Health,"""Until we fulfil those requirements we cannot say for sure that they will send the consignment or when,” he said.","COVAX may donate 264,000 doses of AstraZeneca to Sri Lanka subject to conditions ""Until we fulfil those requirements we cannot say for sure that they will send the consignment or when,” he said.",negative,-0.994134009
Lion named after god of thunder tests positive for COVID-19 in Sri Lanka zoo,6/18/2021,Health,Thor was transported to Sri Lanka in 2013 from the Soul Zoo in South Korea.,Lion named after god of thunder tests positive for COVID-19 in Sri Lanka zoo Thor was transported to Sri Lanka in 2013 from the Soul Zoo in South Korea.,negative,-0.890359819
Gazette issued naming former Sri Lanka PM as MP; opposition sees underhand deal,6/18/2021,Politics,The main opposition SJB claims Wickremesinghe's entry to parliament is the result of a deal with the government,Gazette issued naming former Sri Lanka PM as MP; opposition sees underhand deal The main opposition SJB claims Wickremesinghe's entry to parliament is the result of a deal with the government,negative,-0.990263224
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.74-pct higher,6/18/2021,Markets,"LOLC Development Finance, LOLC Holdings and Sri Lanka Telecom pushed ASPI","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.74-pct higher LOLC Development Finance, LOLC Holdings and Sri Lanka Telecom pushed ASPI",negative,-0.98897332
Sri Lanka gets UK expertise to assess X-Press Pearl eco fallout,6/18/2021,Environment,Collaboration in long-term training and preventive work  also planned,Sri Lanka gets UK expertise to assess X-Press Pearl eco fallout Collaboration in long-term training and preventive work  also planned,positive,0.988958359
Sri Lanka to lift COVID-19 lockdown despite detecting deadly Delta strain,6/18/2021,Uncategorized,The decision came just a day after health authorities announced the detection of the highly transmissible Delta strain,Sri Lanka to lift COVID-19 lockdown despite detecting deadly Delta strain The decision came just a day after health authorities announced the detection of the highly transmissible Delta strain,negative,-0.987431288
Sri Lanka's Brandix focusing on worker safety as exports face triple whammy,6/18/2021,Business,"Though orders are picking, so is price competition","Sri Lanka's Brandix focusing on worker safety as exports face triple whammy Though orders are picking, so is price competition",negative,-0.992249489
"Sri Lanka president declares services relating to ports, fuel supply, etc as essential",6/18/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka is in an unofficial COVID-19 lockdown since May 21 with curfew-like movement restrictions imposed island wide.,"Sri Lanka president declares services relating to ports, fuel supply, etc as essential Sri Lanka is in an unofficial COVID-19 lockdown since May 21 with curfew-like movement restrictions imposed island wide.",negative,-0.982054234
India denies attacks claims on Sri Lanka fishermen by Indian Navy,6/18/2021,Legal,Fishermen alleged the attack had happened at the maritime border on June 04,India denies attacks claims on Sri Lanka fishermen by Indian Navy Fishermen alleged the attack had happened at the maritime border on June 04,negative,-0.871635854
Japan firm claims damages of Rs5.8bn from Sri Lanka after LRT deal scrapped,6/18/2021,Economy,"When the LRT deal was scrapped, consultancy contract was already awarded","Japan firm claims damages of Rs5.8bn from Sri Lanka after LRT deal scrapped When the LRT deal was scrapped, consultancy contract was already awarded",negative,-0.987584174
"Sri Lanka imports at US$1.7bn in April, trade deficit 889mn amid credit recovery",6/18/2021,Economy,Economic activity slows in April after surge in March,"Sri Lanka imports at US$1.7bn in April, trade deficit 889mn amid credit recovery Economic activity slows in April after surge in March",negative,-0.998698115
Police call on Sri Lanka MP Harin Fernando over suspected meeting amid lockdown,6/17/2021,Politics,The outspoken MP was in the eye of a storm recently regarding a startling allegation he had made in parliament,Police call on Sri Lanka MP Harin Fernando over suspected meeting amid lockdown The outspoken MP was in the eye of a storm recently regarding a startling allegation he had made in parliament,negative,-0.716918528
"Sinopharm vials worth Rs 90,000 stolen in Habaraduwa, Sri Lanka",6/17/2021,Health,"A driver and primary caregiver at the MOH are under suspicion for the theft, he said.","Sinopharm vials worth Rs 90,000 stolen in Habaraduwa, Sri Lanka A driver and primary caregiver at the MOH are under suspicion for the theft, he said.",negative,-0.993514538
China changes health certification for fish imports: Sri Lanka embassy,6/17/2021,Business,China is one of Sri Lanka's key export markets for fisheries ,China changes health certification for fish imports: Sri Lanka embassy China is one of Sri Lanka's key export markets for fisheries ,positive,0.971501887
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.23-pct higher,6/17/2021,Markets,"LOLC Development Finance, Expolanka and Asiri Hospital Holdings pushed ASPI","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.23-pct higher LOLC Development Finance, Expolanka and Asiri Hospital Holdings pushed ASPI",negative,-0.990620017
"Artificial reefs: Sri Lanka minister dismisses Indian concerns, says ban bottom trawling first",6/17/2021,Environment,"Defending the project, State Minister Wijesekara told EconomyNext June 17 said it was the result of years of study.","Artificial reefs: Sri Lanka minister dismisses Indian concerns, says ban bottom trawling first Defending the project, State Minister Wijesekara told EconomyNext June 17 said it was the result of years of study.",negative,-0.999191105
Sri Lanka Excise Department move to sell liquor online stillborn,6/17/2021,Health,"The Finance Ministry had given its approval subject to the authorisation of NOCPOC, a statement said.","Sri Lanka Excise Department move to sell liquor online stillborn The Finance Ministry had given its approval subject to the authorisation of NOCPOC, a statement said.",negative,-0.992325902
"X-Press Pearl fully sunk off Sri Lanka, sonar search planned for lost containers",6/17/2021,Logistics,Navigation warning lights to be installed to warn other ships,"X-Press Pearl fully sunk off Sri Lanka, sonar search planned for lost containers Navigation warning lights to be installed to warn other ships",negative,-0.998700142
"Highly contagious delta (B.1.617.2) strain of COVID-19 detected in Colombo, Sri Lanka",6/17/2021,Health,The strain was detected in five samples collected from Aramaya Place in Dematagoda.,"Highly contagious delta (B.1.617.2) strain of COVID-19 detected in Colombo, Sri Lanka The strain was detected in five samples collected from Aramaya Place in Dematagoda.",negative,-0.983743727
"Sri Lanka minister warns of financial terror, mystery deepens over fuel stabilization fund",6/17/2021,Economy,“Instead of lying (un-der-ner-war) to the people I like to tell them the truth.”,"Sri Lanka minister warns of financial terror, mystery deepens over fuel stabilization fund “Instead of lying (un-der-ner-war) to the people I like to tell them the truth.”",positive,0.988597453
Sri Lanka records highest number of arrests for violating lockdown: police,6/17/2021,Health,"There has also been an increased number of attempts to cross provincial borders, police said.","Sri Lanka records highest number of arrests for violating lockdown: police There has also been an increased number of attempts to cross provincial borders, police said.",negative,-0.768361628
"Compensation, salaries due paid to family members of deceased Sri Lankan migrant workers",6/17/2021,International Relations,Redresses were handed over at a ceremony marking International Workers Day and International Day of Family Remittance,"Compensation, salaries due paid to family members of deceased Sri Lankan migrant workers Redresses were handed over at a ceremony marking International Workers Day and International Day of Family Remittance",negative,-0.901734054
"Sri Lanka allows banks, NSB to buy sovereign bonds with fresh funds",6/17/2021,Bonds & Forex,Half the funds to be used for SLDBs,"Sri Lanka allows banks, NSB to buy sovereign bonds with fresh funds Half the funds to be used for SLDBs",negative,-0.915355027
Sri Lanka discloses 14.1-pct budget deficit in 2020 AG audited accounts,6/17/2021,Economy,The Finance Ministry had claimed an 11.1 percent of GDP deficit for 2020 elsewhere,Sri Lanka discloses 14.1-pct budget deficit in 2020 AG audited accounts The Finance Ministry had claimed an 11.1 percent of GDP deficit for 2020 elsewhere,negative,-0.991269469
Sri Lanka fails to sell 60-pct of Treasury bills at price ceiling,6/17/2021,Bonds & Forex,Price ceiling set at 5.21-pct,Sri Lanka fails to sell 60-pct of Treasury bills at price ceiling Price ceiling set at 5.21-pct,negative,-0.999709666
Appeal court slams Sri Lanka police for framing top detective,6/16/2021,Legal,Allegations against Shani Abeysekara a result of falsification and embellishment and a creature of after-thought,Appeal court slams Sri Lanka police for framing top detective Allegations against Shani Abeysekara a result of falsification and embellishment and a creature of after-thought,negative,-0.992880166
"Sri Lanka forex markets inactive, gilt yields down",6/16/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lankan forex dealers have been barred from quoting above 200 to the US dollar,"Sri Lanka forex markets inactive, gilt yields down Sri Lankan forex dealers have been barred from quoting above 200 to the US dollar",negative,-0.99901247
Sri Lanka fuel price drama: SJB to submit no confidence motion against Gammanpila,6/16/2021,Politics,The motion was signed June 16 by the SJB parliamentary group including opposition leader Sajith Premadasa.,Sri Lanka fuel price drama: SJB to submit no confidence motion against Gammanpila The motion was signed June 16 by the SJB parliamentary group including opposition leader Sajith Premadasa.,negative,-0.967256546
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.3-pct higher,6/16/2021,Markets,"LOLC Holdings, LOLC Development Finance and Expolanka pushed ASPI up","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.3-pct higher LOLC Holdings, LOLC Development Finance and Expolanka pushed ASPI up",negative,-0.912921548
Sri Lanka forex swap rates plunge as outright rupee/dollar market dries up,6/16/2021,Bonds & Forex,One year swaps at a discount of 17.00/15.00,Sri Lanka forex swap rates plunge as outright rupee/dollar market dries up One year swaps at a discount of 17.00/15.00,negative,-0.997614622
Sri Lanka vaccination centres on June 16,6/16/2021,Health,Sri Lankans can get their first dose in the stations mentioned.,Sri Lanka vaccination centres on June 16 Sri Lankans can get their first dose in the stations mentioned.,negative,-0.955840349
Sri Lanka cabinet clears Windforce plant in high-wind Mannar,6/16/2021,Energy,A CEB-owned plant in Mannar had seen unexpectedly high plant factors soon after commssioning ,Sri Lanka cabinet clears Windforce plant in high-wind Mannar A CEB-owned plant in Mannar had seen unexpectedly high plant factors soon after commssioning ,negative,-0.941215098
UNP nominates defeated former Sri Lanka PM Ranil Wickremesinghe for national list seat,6/16/2021,Politics,"""We decided to send to parliament a person that not just the party needs but the entire country needs""","UNP nominates defeated former Sri Lanka PM Ranil Wickremesinghe for national list seat ""We decided to send to parliament a person that not just the party needs but the entire country needs""",positive,0.895603538
"Sri Lanka keen on rupee at 200 to US dollar, using influence on market: CB",6/16/2021,Economy,Several measures being taken to bolster the rupee,"Sri Lanka keen on rupee at 200 to US dollar, using influence on market: CB Several measures being taken to bolster the rupee",positive,0.863431394
Sri Lanka excise department contemplating a limited license for online liquor orders,6/16/2021,Consumer Affairs,"The department has received requests from the industry, supermarket chains and consumers to permit online liquor orders","Sri Lanka excise department contemplating a limited license for online liquor orders The department has received requests from the industry, supermarket chains and consumers to permit online liquor orders",negative,-0.989203393
US President Joe Biden nominates Julie Chung for ambassador to Sri Lanka,6/16/2021,International Relations,Chung currently serves as Acting Assistant Secretary of the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs at the US Dept of State,US President Joe Biden nominates Julie Chung for ambassador to Sri Lanka Chung currently serves as Acting Assistant Secretary of the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs at the US Dept of State,positive,0.920796573
Sri Lanka repays 41-pct of US$6.3bn in forex debt due in 2021,6/16/2021,Economy,"Up to June 2021, 1.3 billion US dollars were paid and 2.4 billion US dollars remained","Sri Lanka repays 41-pct of US$6.3bn in forex debt due in 2021 Up to June 2021, 1.3 billion US dollars were paid and 2.4 billion US dollars remained",negative,-0.932507992
Sri Lanka opposition SJB to confer party position on MP Patali Champika Ranawaka,6/16/2021,Politics,"Denying any rift within the SJB, Fonseka insisted that the party works through dialogue and consensus.","Sri Lanka opposition SJB to confer party position on MP Patali Champika Ranawaka Denying any rift within the SJB, Fonseka insisted that the party works through dialogue and consensus.",positive,0.825891912
X-Press Pearl chemicals likely to get diluted off Sri Lanka seas: official,6/15/2021,Logistics,Plastics collection is a key focus,X-Press Pearl chemicals likely to get diluted off Sri Lanka seas: official Plastics collection is a key focus,positive,0.814629614
Research supports mixing AstraZeneca COVID-19 jab with Pfizer: Sri Lankan expert,6/15/2021,Health,"Trials with AstraZeneca and the Russian Sputnik V vaccine have also been conducted, but data is unavailable","Research supports mixing AstraZeneca COVID-19 jab with Pfizer: Sri Lankan expert Trials with AstraZeneca and the Russian Sputnik V vaccine have also been conducted, but data is unavailable",negative,-0.997062743
"Sri Lanka forex markets inactive, gilt yields edge up",6/15/2021,Bonds & Forex,Forex dealers have been barred from quoting above 199.90 to the US dollar.,"Sri Lanka forex markets inactive, gilt yields edge up Forex dealers have been barred from quoting above 199.90 to the US dollar.",negative,-0.987467647
How effective has Sri Lanka's COVID-19 lockdown been?,6/15/2021,Health,"Since May 21, Sri Lanka has been under lockdown in all but name, with curfew-style movement restrictions islandwide","How effective has Sri Lanka's COVID-19 lockdown been? Since May 21, Sri Lanka has been under lockdown in all but name, with curfew-style movement restrictions islandwide",negative,-0.992524803
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.3-pct higher,6/15/2021,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.31 percent higher on Tuesday,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.3-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.31 percent higher on Tuesday,negative,-0.993573248
Sri Lanka to discuss preferential trade deal with Bangladesh,6/15/2021,International Relations,Bilateral trade minimal despite various agreements,Sri Lanka to discuss preferential trade deal with Bangladesh Bilateral trade minimal despite various agreements,negative,-0.805307746
"Sri Lanka regrets EU resolution, rejects claims of arbitrary arrests: Foreign Ministry",6/15/2021,Human Rights,"""The Government of Sri Lanka (GoSL) is revisiting provisions in the PTA as has already been communicated to the EU.""","Sri Lanka regrets EU resolution, rejects claims of arbitrary arrests: Foreign Ministry ""The Government of Sri Lanka (GoSL) is revisiting provisions in the PTA as has already been communicated to the EU.""",negative,-0.969099522
Sri Lanka's CPC to build terminal to import fuel via China-backed Hambantota Port,6/15/2021,Energy,Pipeline to take fuel to terminal 15 km away,Sri Lanka's CPC to build terminal to import fuel via China-backed Hambantota Port Pipeline to take fuel to terminal 15 km away,negative,-0.991643369
"Sri Lanka has cancelled 216 LCs for 14,000 vehicles after March 2020 import ban: trade group",6/15/2021,Economy,Ban has led to skyrocketing second had car prices,"Sri Lanka has cancelled 216 LCs for 14,000 vehicles after March 2020 import ban: trade group Ban has led to skyrocketing second had car prices",negative,-0.996865332
"Sri Lanka CCC sovereign rating confirmed by Fitch, growth lowered",6/15/2021,Economy,Growth for 2021 lowered to 3.8-pct from 4.9-pct,"Sri Lanka CCC sovereign rating confirmed by Fitch, growth lowered Growth for 2021 lowered to 3.8-pct from 4.9-pct",negative,-0.997999489
"Sri Lanka arrests X-Press Pearl captain under pollution law, seeks IMO expertise",6/14/2021,Logistics,IMO expertise also sought,"Sri Lanka arrests X-Press Pearl captain under pollution law, seeks IMO expertise IMO expertise also sought",positive,0.645427108
Sri Lanka forex markets inactive,6/14/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields slightly down,Sri Lanka forex markets inactive Bond yields slightly down,negative,-0.999484897
New twists to Sri Lanka ruling party's factional theatrics as alliance partners cry foul,6/14/2021,Politics,"""Such immature actions ultimately result in the people losing confidence in the government.""","New twists to Sri Lanka ruling party's factional theatrics as alliance partners cry foul ""Such immature actions ultimately result in the people losing confidence in the government.""",negative,-0.998657465
Bahrain halts work permits to Sri Lanka citizens over Covid,6/14/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka along with India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Nepal which have been placed on the 'red list'","Bahrain halts work permits to Sri Lanka citizens over Covid Sri Lanka along with India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Nepal which have been placed on the 'red list'",negative,-0.998895109
Sri Lanka stocks end lower,6/14/2021,Markets,"Ceylon Tobacco Company, Vallibel One and Browns Investments dragged ASPI down","Sri Lanka stocks end lower Ceylon Tobacco Company, Vallibel One and Browns Investments dragged ASPI down",negative,-0.999619603
Former Sri Lanka cricket captain Kumar Sangakkara inducted to ICC Hall of Fame,6/14/2021,Sports,Sangakkara is the second Sri Lankan cricketer to be inducted to the ICC Hall of Fame,Former Sri Lanka cricket captain Kumar Sangakkara inducted to ICC Hall of Fame Sangakkara is the second Sri Lankan cricketer to be inducted to the ICC Hall of Fame,positive,0.999413967
Sri Lanka fuel price stabilization account Rs26bn in the red,6/14/2021,Economy,An import tax surcharge was put on fuel when petroleum prices fell to around US$25 a barrel,Sri Lanka fuel price stabilization account Rs26bn in the red An import tax surcharge was put on fuel when petroleum prices fell to around US$25 a barrel,negative,-0.996034324
Gulam Chatoor founder of Sri Lanka Spice Traders Association steps down,6/14/2021,Trade,His career spanned over 70-years,Gulam Chatoor founder of Sri Lanka Spice Traders Association steps down His career spanned over 70-years,negative,-0.999089122
Tamil Nadu on high alert following unconfirmed Sri Lanka armed group infiltration threat,6/14/2021,Defence,"Authorities had been alerted of armed men sailing on a boat from Sri Lanka “to enter the state with a sinister design""","Tamil Nadu on high alert following unconfirmed Sri Lanka armed group infiltration threat Authorities had been alerted of armed men sailing on a boat from Sri Lanka “to enter the state with a sinister design""",negative,-0.961721718
"New Sri Lanka Supreme Court judge, Court of Appeal chair sworn in",6/14/2021,Legal,"On June 08, the Parliamentary Council approved President Rajapaksa’s proposal to appoint Obeysekera to the Supreme Cou...","New Sri Lanka Supreme Court judge, Court of Appeal chair sworn in On June 08, the Parliamentary Council approved President Rajapaksa’s proposal to appoint Obeysekera to the Supreme Cou...",positive,0.996298254
"SJB studying alternative to PTA amid ""foreign policy failure"" of EU resolution on Sri Lanka",6/14/2021,Human Rights,The party said the EU resolution is yet another foreign policy failure of the Sri Lanka government.,"SJB studying alternative to PTA amid ""foreign policy failure"" of EU resolution on Sri Lanka The party said the EU resolution is yet another foreign policy failure of the Sri Lanka government.",negative,-0.999518514
Sri Lanka will not increase bus fares but bus owners will be provided concessions: Minister,6/14/2021,Transport,"“We will not increase bus fares by even one rupee,” he said.","Sri Lanka will not increase bus fares but bus owners will be provided concessions: Minister “We will not increase bus fares by even one rupee,” he said.",negative,-0.984083712
"Sri Lanka CB advised Treasury to hike fuel prices, banking sector on brink of collapse: Minister",6/14/2021,Economy,Statists and Keynesians generally label such moves as 'austerity'.,"Sri Lanka CB advised Treasury to hike fuel prices, banking sector on brink of collapse: Minister Statists and Keynesians generally label such moves as 'austerity'.",negative,-0.993500531
Sri Lanka opposition SJB rejects controversial move to purchase SUVs at taxpayer expense,6/14/2021,Corruption,Premadasa urged the government to use the funds to vaccinate the public against COVID-19,Sri Lanka opposition SJB rejects controversial move to purchase SUVs at taxpayer expense Premadasa urged the government to use the funds to vaccinate the public against COVID-19,negative,-0.979533374
Sri Lanka to vaccinate export zone workers from July: Namal,6/14/2021,Business,Health Ministry has approved,Sri Lanka to vaccinate export zone workers from July: Namal Health Ministry has approved,positive,0.864095211
Sri Lanka targets year end forex reserves of US$4.0-4.5bn: Central Bank,6/14/2021,Economy,A US$400mn swap from Reserve Bank of India and IMF SDR allocation expected in August,Sri Lanka targets year end forex reserves of US$4.0-4.5bn: Central Bank A US$400mn swap from Reserve Bank of India and IMF SDR allocation expected in August,negative,-0.991085112
"Sri Lanka opposition will support a new PTA to protect freedoms, get GSP+: Eran",6/14/2021,Legal,Draft framework by National Law Commission could be a starting point,"Sri Lanka opposition will support a new PTA to protect freedoms, get GSP+: Eran Draft framework by National Law Commission could be a starting point",negative,-0.901387632
"Sri Lanka raised fuel prices to strengthen economy, rupee: President's office",6/13/2021,Economy,"CPC owes banks Rs652bn, CEB Rs85bn ","Sri Lanka raised fuel prices to strengthen economy, rupee: President's office CPC owes banks Rs652bn, CEB Rs85bn ",negative,-0.961522639
Losing GSP+ will spell disaster for Sri Lanka's economy: former PM Wickremesinghe,6/13/2021,Economy,"""In the face of the danger that has arisen, the GSP+ must not be politicised.""","Losing GSP+ will spell disaster for Sri Lanka's economy: former PM Wickremesinghe ""In the face of the danger that has arisen, the GSP+ must not be politicised.""",negative,-0.999688029
Sri Lanka CB did not approve luxury SUV imports for MPs: Governor,6/13/2021,Economy,It is a difficult question to justify,Sri Lanka CB did not approve luxury SUV imports for MPs: Governor It is a difficult question to justify,negative,-0.998849511
Sri Lanka seeks US$40mn in interim damages from X-Press Pearl,6/12/2021,Logistics,Expert Committees to assess longer term damage ,Sri Lanka seeks US$40mn in interim damages from X-Press Pearl Expert Committees to assess longer term damage ,negative,-0.99806267
Sri Lanka ruling party kindles resignation drama over fuel price hike,6/12/2021,Political News,Minister accused of not taking correct decisions,Sri Lanka ruling party kindles resignation drama over fuel price hike Minister accused of not taking correct decisions,negative,-0.998062432
"On fake news, popular dissent & opposition silence: In conversation with MP Dr Harini Amarasuriya",6/12/2021,Free Speech," “It’s really rich coming from a government that routinely uses fake news to for its own projects,” said Dr Amara...","On fake news, popular dissent & opposition silence: In conversation with MP Dr Harini Amarasuriya  “It’s really rich coming from a government that routinely uses fake news to for its own projects,” said Dr Amara...",positive,0.998113394
"Sri Lanka estate females suffering violence, child sex abuse: action needed: study",6/12/2021,Political News,"Midwives, grama niladaris over-worked, unions not interested","Sri Lanka estate females suffering violence, child sex abuse: action needed: study Midwives, grama niladaris over-worked, unions not interested",negative,-0.986713171
"Sri Lanka 2021 May foreign reserves drop to US$4,018mn",6/12/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's forex reserves have been on a steady downward path from around August 2019 ,"Sri Lanka 2021 May foreign reserves drop to US$4,018mn Sri Lanka's forex reserves have been on a steady downward path from around August 2019 ",negative,-0.997700989
Sri Lanka's unofficial COVID-19 lockdown to continue till June 21,6/11/2021,Health,"""Essential services will continue to operate, as will mobile services that deliver essential food items,"" he said.","Sri Lanka's unofficial COVID-19 lockdown to continue till June 21 ""Essential services will continue to operate, as will mobile services that deliver essential food items,"" he said.",positive,0.993404806
"Police could misuse ""fake news"" allegations to stifle free speech: Sri Lanka Bar Association",6/11/2021,Free Speech,The BASL is apprehensive of the executive including the police being allowed to decide on what is or is not fake news,"Police could misuse ""fake news"" allegations to stifle free speech: Sri Lanka Bar Association The BASL is apprehensive of the executive including the police being allowed to decide on what is or is not fake news",negative,-0.996230662
Sri Lanka diplomats should help keep GSP+ going: Central Bank Governor,6/11/2021,Economy,CB is also working on measures ,Sri Lanka diplomats should help keep GSP+ going: Central Bank Governor CB is also working on measures ,negative,-0.979223251
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,6/11/2021,Markets,"LOLC Holdings, Ceylon Tobacco Company and Commercial Leasing and Finance pushed ASPI up","Sri Lanka stocks end higher LOLC Holdings, Ceylon Tobacco Company and Commercial Leasing and Finance pushed ASPI up",positive,0.575249553
"Sri Lanka's COVID-recovered opposition leader promises to ""donate"" his vaccine to people",6/11/2021,Health,"“As a servant of the people, I do not wish to be vaccinated until everyone in the country is vaccinated.""","Sri Lanka's COVID-recovered opposition leader promises to ""donate"" his vaccine to people “As a servant of the people, I do not wish to be vaccinated until everyone in the country is vaccinated.""",negative,-0.665264249
Two suspects accused of aiding Sri Lanka Easter bomb ringleader in TID custody,6/11/2021,Terrorism,The two suspects will be detained and questioned under provisions in the Prevention of Terrorism Act,Two suspects accused of aiding Sri Lanka Easter bomb ringleader in TID custody The two suspects will be detained and questioned under provisions in the Prevention of Terrorism Act,negative,-0.971049726
"Sri Lanka to hike fuel prices, jettisoning price control strategy",6/11/2021,Energy,Date to be notified later,"Sri Lanka to hike fuel prices, jettisoning price control strategy Date to be notified later",negative,-0.980441451
Sri Lanka 2021 GDP growth target lowered to below 5.0-pct: CB,6/11/2021,Economy,Inflation to be with target,Sri Lanka 2021 GDP growth target lowered to below 5.0-pct: CB Inflation to be with target,negative,-0.990836263
Sri Lanka expects US$400mn swap from Reserve Bank of India in August: CB Governor,6/11/2021,Economy,Bangladesh swap proceeding rapidly,Sri Lanka expects US$400mn swap from Reserve Bank of India in August: CB Governor Bangladesh swap proceeding rapidly,negative,-0.971886277
Sri Lanka vaccination centres on June 11,6/11/2021,Health,People in Colombo can get their second dose of vaccine in army managed vaccine stations. ,Sri Lanka vaccination centres on June 11 People in Colombo can get their second dose of vaccine in army managed vaccine stations. ,negative,-0.990235209
"With 101 new deaths confirmed, Sri Lanka's COVID-19 death toll rises to 2,011",6/11/2021,Health,This 101 deaths confirmed June 11 occurred over a number of as yet unspecified days,"With 101 new deaths confirmed, Sri Lanka's COVID-19 death toll rises to 2,011 This 101 deaths confirmed June 11 occurred over a number of as yet unspecified days",negative,-0.959407449
Sri Lanka can continue to control imports: Central Bank,6/11/2021,Economy,There are goods that can be made in the country that is better than the foreign ones,Sri Lanka can continue to control imports: Central Bank There are goods that can be made in the country that is better than the foreign ones,positive,0.993594348
"EU parliament adopts resolution on Sri Lanka; wants PTA repealed, GSP+ withdrawn",6/11/2021,Human Rights,"The EU expressed deep concern over  Sri Lanka's ""alarming path towards the recurrence of grave human rights violations""","EU parliament adopts resolution on Sri Lanka; wants PTA repealed, GSP+ withdrawn The EU expressed deep concern over  Sri Lanka's ""alarming path towards the recurrence of grave human rights violations""",negative,-0.949784219
Sri Lanka net forex reserves fall to 33-pct of reserve money,6/11/2021,Economy,The slide had been relentless since September 2014,Sri Lanka net forex reserves fall to 33-pct of reserve money The slide had been relentless since September 2014,negative,-0.996404648
Partially sunken X-Press Pearl off Sri Lanka leaching grey material into sea,6/11/2021,Logistics,Vessel carried over 800 tonnes of caustic soda and also urea,Partially sunken X-Press Pearl off Sri Lanka leaching grey material into sea Vessel carried over 800 tonnes of caustic soda and also urea,negative,-0.997159004
“Happy” Bhutan threatened by climate change and geopolitics,6/10/2021,World,"Bhutan, ever on the pursuit of happiness, is threatened by global warming and the India-China tussle, experts say","“Happy” Bhutan threatened by climate change and geopolitics Bhutan, ever on the pursuit of happiness, is threatened by global warming and the India-China tussle, experts say",negative,-0.98871696
Twenty-eight percent increase in Sri Lanka's COVID-19 deaths compared to last week,6/10/2021,Health,Sri Lanka recorded 67 COVID-19 deaths including an eight-day-old baby from Gampola from May 17 to June 08,Twenty-eight percent increase in Sri Lanka's COVID-19 deaths compared to last week Sri Lanka recorded 67 COVID-19 deaths including an eight-day-old baby from Gampola from May 17 to June 08,negative,-0.97224021
US inflation hits 5.0-pct in May 2021 amid money growth,6/10/2021,Economy,Consumer Inflation hits highest level since 2008,US inflation hits 5.0-pct in May 2021 amid money growth Consumer Inflation hits highest level since 2008,negative,-0.876070857
Sri Lanka rupee remains inactive,6/10/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields down,Sri Lanka rupee remains inactive Bond yields down,negative,-0.999314785
Sri Lanka plans to lift unofficial COVID-19 lockdown; travel restrictions to end June 14: report,6/10/2021,Health,Silva was quoted as saying the lockdown will be lifted on June 14 as previously announced.,Sri Lanka plans to lift unofficial COVID-19 lockdown; travel restrictions to end June 14: report Silva was quoted as saying the lockdown will be lifted on June 14 as previously announced.,negative,-0.87357986
First ever bilateral consultations between Sri Lanka and Ethiopia held online,6/10/2021,International Relations,Three Sri Lankan apparel companies and one chemical manufacturing company based in Ethiopia,First ever bilateral consultations between Sri Lanka and Ethiopia held online Three Sri Lankan apparel companies and one chemical manufacturing company based in Ethiopia,positive,0.810303748
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.49-pct higher,6/10/2021,Markets,"LOLC Holdings, Hemas Holdings and Distilleries pushed ASPI up","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.49-pct higher LOLC Holdings, Hemas Holdings and Distilleries pushed ASPI up",negative,-0.944850206
Sri Lanka police discontinue lockdown traffic sticker; parties continue undetected,6/10/2021,Health,"“On the whole, people’s behaviour has been satisfactory,” the police spokesman said.","Sri Lanka police discontinue lockdown traffic sticker; parties continue undetected “On the whole, people’s behaviour has been satisfactory,” the police spokesman said.",positive,0.994439006
"India Coast Guard, Sri Lanka Navy interoperability underlined in fighting X-Press Pearl fire",6/10/2021,Defence,It is important to remain adequately prepared for natural disasters and man-made catastrophes,"India Coast Guard, Sri Lanka Navy interoperability underlined in fighting X-Press Pearl fire It is important to remain adequately prepared for natural disasters and man-made catastrophes",positive,0.572075129
Sri Lanka flags off US$675mn elevated expressway by China Harbour,6/10/2021,Business,CHEC will get a 15-year concession,Sri Lanka flags off US$675mn elevated expressway by China Harbour CHEC will get a 15-year concession,negative,-0.973947048
Sri Lanka PM wants retired health workers reinstated to help fight COVID-19,6/10/2021,Health,"There are only 34,000 nurses currently working in the state sector, many of whom are currently on strike","Sri Lanka PM wants retired health workers reinstated to help fight COVID-19 There are only 34,000 nurses currently working in the state sector, many of whom are currently on strike",negative,-0.991199791
Sri Lanka opposition intrigue: Patali denies SJB rift;  non-committal on continued support,6/10/2021,Politics,"Speaking to reporters on June 09, Ranawaka said his goal is to end dynastic politics in Sri Lanka.","Sri Lanka opposition intrigue: Patali denies SJB rift;  non-committal on continued support Speaking to reporters on June 09, Ranawaka said his goal is to end dynastic politics in Sri Lanka.",negative,-0.789814532
Sri Lanka to probe spill-like satellite images of X-Press Pearl wreck: Minister,6/10/2021,Logistics,Up to June 09 no oil spill was reported on the vessel that carried sodium hydroxide,Sri Lanka to probe spill-like satellite images of X-Press Pearl wreck: Minister Up to June 09 no oil spill was reported on the vessel that carried sodium hydroxide,negative,-0.994412243
"Sri Lanka private workers bear Covid-19 shock with wage cuts, state workers get salary hikes",6/10/2021,Economy,"As soon as private sector activities were curtailed, economies collapsed around the world","Sri Lanka private workers bear Covid-19 shock with wage cuts, state workers get salary hikes As soon as private sector activities were curtailed, economies collapsed around the world",negative,-0.99793905
Sri Lanka rupee remains inactive,6/9/2021,Bonds & Forex,Weekly bills auction undersubscribed.,Sri Lanka rupee remains inactive Weekly bills auction undersubscribed.,negative,-0.997907877
"Classist, aristocratic cabal in Sri Lanka conspiring to prevent Premadasa presidency: MP",6/9/2021,Politics,"The government may be hoping to use Prime Minister Ranil Wikcremesinghe to weaken the opposition, the MP said","Classist, aristocratic cabal in Sri Lanka conspiring to prevent Premadasa presidency: MP The government may be hoping to use Prime Minister Ranil Wikcremesinghe to weaken the opposition, the MP said",negative,-0.997159719
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.29-pct higher,6/9/2021,Markets,"Melstacorp, Lion Brewery and Distilleries pushed ASPI up.","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.29-pct higher Melstacorp, Lion Brewery and Distilleries pushed ASPI up.",negative,-0.97143054
"Sri Lanka should modernise maritime policy, review role of shipping agents: Shippers' Council",6/9/2021,Logistics,"Maritime conventions have to be ratified, firefighting and other services upgraded","Sri Lanka should modernise maritime policy, review role of shipping agents: Shippers' Council Maritime conventions have to be ratified, firefighting and other services upgraded",negative,-0.899539053
"Poorly worded legal provisions can be construed to cover ""fake news"": Sri Lanka lawyer",6/9/2021,Free Speech,"""Sri Lankan law has no reference to fake news""","Poorly worded legal provisions can be construed to cover ""fake news"": Sri Lanka lawyer ""Sri Lankan law has no reference to fake news""",negative,-0.999615073
Sri Lanka gets 'positive response' from Japan Prime Minister for AstraZeneca vaccines,6/9/2021,Political News,President Rajapaksa had met Japanese Ambassador to Sri Lanka Sugiyama Akira on June 09,Sri Lanka gets 'positive response' from Japan Prime Minister for AstraZeneca vaccines President Rajapaksa had met Japanese Ambassador to Sri Lanka Sugiyama Akira on June 09,positive,0.99889344
Sri Lanka begins vaccinating pregnant women against COVID-19,6/9/2021,Health,"""Wear a mask, wash your hands and limit going out, because we give the vaccine to protect you and the baby,"" he said.","Sri Lanka begins vaccinating pregnant women against COVID-19 ""Wear a mask, wash your hands and limit going out, because we give the vaccine to protect you and the baby,"" he said.",negative,-0.986834586
Sri Lanka vaccination center for June 09,6/9/2021,Health,"A total of 353,955 people in Sri Lanka have received both doses of either Covidshied or Sinopharm, official data shows.","Sri Lanka vaccination center for June 09 A total of 353,955 people in Sri Lanka have received both doses of either Covidshied or Sinopharm, official data shows.",negative,-0.978788853
One million more doses of Sinopharm arrive in Sri Lanka,6/9/2021,Health,"The first batch of one million doses arrived on June 06, according to health officials.","One million more doses of Sinopharm arrive in Sri Lanka The first batch of one million doses arrived on June 06, according to health officials.",negative,-0.907562673
Sri Lanka booze ban drives lockdown hooch as US gives free beer for Corona jabs,6/9/2021,Health,"In youtube, do-it-yourself hooch videos are generating wide interest ","Sri Lanka booze ban drives lockdown hooch as US gives free beer for Corona jabs In youtube, do-it-yourself hooch videos are generating wide interest ",positive,0.987421989
Sri Lanka vaccine conundrum: How did Colombo residents get AstraZeneca in Galle?,6/9/2021,Health,Over 100 vehicles bearing Western Province license plates were seen at the Southern Province vaccination centre,Sri Lanka vaccine conundrum: How did Colombo residents get AstraZeneca in Galle? Over 100 vehicles bearing Western Province license plates were seen at the Southern Province vaccination centre,negative,-0.998852611
"Sri Lanka police warn of extortion racket targeting Easter bombings ""suspects""",6/9/2021,Crime,"“This is being carried out by criminals or and certain prison inmates""","Sri Lanka police warn of extortion racket targeting Easter bombings ""suspects"" “This is being carried out by criminals or and certain prison inmates""",negative,-0.994502783
Sri Lanka hikes limit on borrowing by treasury guarantees to 15-pct of GDP,6/9/2021,Economy,"By end 2020, Treasury guarantees already issued totalled Rs1.34 trillion ","Sri Lanka hikes limit on borrowing by treasury guarantees to 15-pct of GDP By end 2020, Treasury guarantees already issued totalled Rs1.34 trillion ",negative,-0.952975929
"Sri Lanka scrapes 1,075 tonnes of X-Press Pearl waste off shores",6/9/2021,Environment,"""We are doing a complete study (adyanayak) about the incident.""","Sri Lanka scrapes 1,075 tonnes of X-Press Pearl waste off shores ""We are doing a complete study (adyanayak) about the incident.""",negative,-0.999264538
Sri Lanka Securities and Exchange Commission draft bill cleared,6/9/2021,Legal,To be submitted to parliament,Sri Lanka Securities and Exchange Commission draft bill cleared To be submitted to parliament,negative,-0.956314385
Sri Lankans posting information deemed 'false' on social media face arrest without warrant,6/8/2021,Free Speech,"Online falsehoods can also encourage people to violate COVID-19 quarantine regulations, police said.","Sri Lankans posting information deemed 'false' on social media face arrest without warrant Online falsehoods can also encourage people to violate COVID-19 quarantine regulations, police said.",negative,-0.99632287
"Sri Lanka has freshwater moss, seaweed, lots of chickens to make organic fertilizer: Minister",6/8/2021,Agriculture,"Farmers having less than one hectare of land will also be given 30,000 rupees to produce organic fertilizer.","Sri Lanka has freshwater moss, seaweed, lots of chickens to make organic fertilizer: Minister Farmers having less than one hectare of land will also be given 30,000 rupees to produce organic fertilizer.",negative,-0.983262897
More rain forecast for flood & landslide-ravaged Sri Lanka,6/8/2021,Weather and Climate,"Two more deaths due to adverse weather were reported yesterday, increasing the total to 19","More rain forecast for flood & landslide-ravaged Sri Lanka Two more deaths due to adverse weather were reported yesterday, increasing the total to 19",negative,-0.977998853
"Sri Lanka to vaccinate all by early 2022, facilitate growth: Army chief",6/8/2021,Economy,"“The resilience in a pandemic is essentially the resilience in the economy too.""","Sri Lanka to vaccinate all by early 2022, facilitate growth: Army chief “The resilience in a pandemic is essentially the resilience in the economy too.""",positive,0.99806565
Sri Lanka stocks end lower,6/8/2021,Markets,Prime Lands Residence debuted on Colombo Stock Exchange on Tuesday.,Sri Lanka stocks end lower Prime Lands Residence debuted on Colombo Stock Exchange on Tuesday.,negative,-0.947592258
Sri Lanka's Prime Residencies starts trading above IPO price,6/8/2021,Markets,The Grand Ward is one of its key projects that is nearing completion and is set to open in 2022.,Sri Lanka's Prime Residencies starts trading above IPO price The Grand Ward is one of its key projects that is nearing completion and is set to open in 2022.,positive,0.996543467
Sri Lanka to sign MoUs with foreign universities to improve local unis' global ranking,6/8/2021,Education,The cabinet of ministers has approved a proposal by Education Minister Prof G L Peiris to sign the MoUs,Sri Lanka to sign MoUs with foreign universities to improve local unis' global ranking The cabinet of ministers has approved a proposal by Education Minister Prof G L Peiris to sign the MoUs,positive,0.681087077
Sri Lanka to beautify 100 towns/cities with private participation,6/8/2021,Politics,Minister Rambukwella said the government has received numerous complaints about unplanned development activities,Sri Lanka to beautify 100 towns/cities with private participation Minister Rambukwella said the government has received numerous complaints about unplanned development activities,negative,-0.98091507
Sri Lanka to bring in 42 amendments to 40-year-old National Environment Act,6/8/2021,Environment,"""The Act will be updated to keep up with technological advances and increasing public insensitivity""","Sri Lanka to bring in 42 amendments to 40-year-old National Environment Act ""The Act will be updated to keep up with technological advances and increasing public insensitivity""",positive,0.994885504
Sri Lanka president gazettes new detention centre for suspects held under PTA,6/8/2021,Defence,"The Counter Terrorism Investigation Unit premises in Kirulapone, Colombo 05, will be used as the new detention centre","Sri Lanka president gazettes new detention centre for suspects held under PTA The Counter Terrorism Investigation Unit premises in Kirulapone, Colombo 05, will be used as the new detention centre",negative,-0.996228576
Delta (Indian) strain of COVID-19 detected in Melbourne linked to Sri Lankan traveller,6/8/2021,Health,"According to one expert, this likely indicates community transmission of the highly contagious variant in Sri Lanka.","Delta (Indian) strain of COVID-19 detected in Melbourne linked to Sri Lankan traveller According to one expert, this likely indicates community transmission of the highly contagious variant in Sri Lanka.",negative,-0.792552352
Sri Lanka banks to provide essential services during Covid-19 lockdown: Central Bank,6/8/2021,Banking,Publish notices informing the general public how essential banking services can be obtained,Sri Lanka banks to provide essential services during Covid-19 lockdown: Central Bank Publish notices informing the general public how essential banking services can be obtained,positive,0.607726514
"X-Press Pearl: Sri Lanka forms expert groups for environmental, economic costs",6/8/2021,Logistics,To get maximum compensation and channel to affected persons,"X-Press Pearl: Sri Lanka forms expert groups for environmental, economic costs To get maximum compensation and channel to affected persons",negative,-0.967451453
Sri Lanka Shippers Council calls for independent probe into X-Press Pearl fire,6/8/2021,Logistics,Impartial investigation particularly keeping politics and geopolitics aside,Sri Lanka Shippers Council calls for independent probe into X-Press Pearl fire Impartial investigation particularly keeping politics and geopolitics aside,negative,-0.845036983
NATO withdrawal from Afghanistan leaves the region nervous,6/7/2021,World,The vacuummay create an opening for China to step in,NATO withdrawal from Afghanistan leaves the region nervous The vacuummay create an opening for China to step in,positive,0.845827878
"Sri Lanka power regulator approves LNG IPP, extends concession period",6/7/2021,Energy,To have 26 year concession period,"Sri Lanka power regulator approves LNG IPP, extends concession period To have 26 year concession period",positive,0.756872773
Sri Lanka rupee remains inactive,6/7/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields remain flat,Sri Lanka rupee remains inactive Bond yields remain flat,negative,-0.999699593
Sri Lanka urges private firms to borrow offshore; free forex cover from central bank,6/7/2021,Economy,Companies could also pledge assets to non-residents and issue corporate guarantees,Sri Lanka urges private firms to borrow offshore; free forex cover from central bank Companies could also pledge assets to non-residents and issue corporate guarantees,negative,-0.989640772
"Sri Lankans, dual citizens can home quarantine only if on-arrival PCR is negative",6/7/2021,Health,Home quarantining travelers must immediately inform the area Medical Officer of Health (MOH),"Sri Lankans, dual citizens can home quarantine only if on-arrival PCR is negative Home quarantining travelers must immediately inform the area Medical Officer of Health (MOH)",negative,-0.995892882
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.32-pct higher,6/7/2021,Markets,"Distilleries Plc, Central Finance Company and John Keells holdings pushed ASPI up,","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.32-pct higher Distilleries Plc, Central Finance Company and John Keells holdings pushed ASPI up,",negative,-0.715521216
"X-Press Pearl which carried caustic soda sinks slowly off Sri Lanka, no oil spill yet",6/7/2021,Logistics,Oil watch continues as bow bow goes under water,"X-Press Pearl which carried caustic soda sinks slowly off Sri Lanka, no oil spill yet Oil watch continues as bow bow goes under water",negative,-0.993827879
"Sri Lanka's extreme weather death toll climbs to 17; 26,000 displaced in floods, landslides",6/7/2021,Weather and Climate,"So far 271,110 people have been affected by floods and landslides in nine districts","Sri Lanka's extreme weather death toll climbs to 17; 26,000 displaced in floods, landslides So far 271,110 people have been affected by floods and landslides in nine districts",negative,-0.973657906
Sri Lanka's private banks close amid COVID-19 lockdown; online services to continue,6/7/2021,Banking,Banks have advised consumers to use 24-hour online services for their urgent banking needs,Sri Lanka's private banks close amid COVID-19 lockdown; online services to continue Banks have advised consumers to use 24-hour online services for their urgent banking needs,negative,-0.993681788
Sri Lanka to list Selendiva Leisure in June: Treasury Secy,6/7/2021,Markets,"""A listing is due in the Colombo Stock Exchange hopefully by the end of the month.""","Sri Lanka to list Selendiva Leisure in June: Treasury Secy ""A listing is due in the Colombo Stock Exchange hopefully by the end of the month.""",negative,-0.776372015
"Sri Lanka police arrests 913 alleged lockdown violators, introduces new sticker-pass system",6/7/2021,Health,Police has introduced a colour-coded sticker system to control traffic during the lockdown,"Sri Lanka police arrests 913 alleged lockdown violators, introduces new sticker-pass system Police has introduced a colour-coded sticker system to control traffic during the lockdown",negative,-0.760837913
Sri Lanka parliament sittings limited to June 08; no decision yet on quarantined MPs,6/7/2021,Health,The decision was taken at a party leaders’ meeting June 07 morning,Sri Lanka parliament sittings limited to June 08; no decision yet on quarantined MPs The decision was taken at a party leaders’ meeting June 07 morning,negative,-0.992178798
Sri Lanka to roll out Sinopharm to 12 more districts; 1 million more doses to arrive June 09,6/7/2021,Health,Sri Lanka has received a total 2.1 million doses of Sinopharm so far.,Sri Lanka to roll out Sinopharm to 12 more districts; 1 million more doses to arrive June 09 Sri Lanka has received a total 2.1 million doses of Sinopharm so far.,positive,0.730908036
Sri Lanka will make bullet repayment in sovereign bond in July: President's Secy,6/7/2021,Economy,Foreign debt including private loans had fallen to US$54.8bn from US$49.2bn,Sri Lanka will make bullet repayment in sovereign bond in July: President's Secy Foreign debt including private loans had fallen to US$54.8bn from US$49.2bn,negative,-0.992453635
President Rajapaksa's speech at Sri Lanka Investment Forum 2021 - full text,6/7/2021,Economy,"Invites investment to Colombo Port City, energy, information technology, agriculture","President Rajapaksa's speech at Sri Lanka Investment Forum 2021 - full text Invites investment to Colombo Port City, energy, information technology, agriculture",positive,0.998989284
Two Sri Lanka police officers interdicted after suspect jumps off jeep to death,6/7/2021,Health,A sub-inspector and a sergent who made the arrest were interdicted for negligence.,Two Sri Lanka police officers interdicted after suspect jumps off jeep to death A sub-inspector and a sergent who made the arrest were interdicted for negligence.,negative,-0.97859621
Sri Lanka to make 13mn Sinovac vaccines: Treasury Secretary,6/7/2021,Business, A plant is being readied in Kundasale in Kandy to co-produce the vaccines.,Sri Lanka to make 13mn Sinovac vaccines: Treasury Secretary  A plant is being readied in Kundasale in Kandy to co-produce the vaccines.,negative,-0.991252005
Sri Lanka's Yala wildlife park opened for French sailors at diplomatic level: SLTDA,6/7/2021,Business,Due to agreement between Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Embassy of France ,Sri Lanka's Yala wildlife park opened for French sailors at diplomatic level: SLTDA Due to agreement between Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Embassy of France ,positive,0.980148196
"Sri Lanka monsoon floods, landslides kill 16, 50,000 homeless",6/6/2021,Environment,"The DMC said 270,912 persons were hit by floods and landslides as several rivers overflowed","Sri Lanka monsoon floods, landslides kill 16, 50,000 homeless The DMC said 270,912 persons were hit by floods and landslides as several rivers overflowed",negative,-0.985138834
"Sri Lanka recovers X-Press Pearl black box, chief officer questioned on stowage plan",6/6/2021,Logistics,"Police have questioned the captain, chief engineer and deputy chief engineer","Sri Lanka recovers X-Press Pearl black box, chief officer questioned on stowage plan Police have questioned the captain, chief engineer and deputy chief engineer",negative,-0.972635508
Sri Lanka former PM calls for parliamentary select committee on X-Press Pearl disaster,6/6/2021,Logistics,"""People have a right to know how the ship caught fire and why it could not be extinguished.""","Sri Lanka former PM calls for parliamentary select committee on X-Press Pearl disaster ""People have a right to know how the ship caught fire and why it could not be extinguished.""",negative,-0.843067527
Sri Lanka to import organic fertilizer for 1.1mn hectares of farmland,6/6/2021,Agriculture,A procurement committee would be set up for organic fertilizer and chelated plant micro-nutrients,Sri Lanka to import organic fertilizer for 1.1mn hectares of farmland A procurement committee would be set up for organic fertilizer and chelated plant micro-nutrients,negative,-0.986845136
Sri Lanka official on X-Press Pearl fire: loading conflicts on dangerous goods are usually detected,6/6/2021,Logistics,Goods have to be correctly declared for safe stowage,Sri Lanka official on X-Press Pearl fire: loading conflicts on dangerous goods are usually detected Goods have to be correctly declared for safe stowage,negative,-0.995459974
"50,000 Sputnik V first-doses, 15,000 second-doses to arrive in Sri Lanka next week",6/5/2021,Health,Sputnik V is unique in that it the two doses carry different formulae.,"50,000 Sputnik V first-doses, 15,000 second-doses to arrive in Sri Lanka next week Sputnik V is unique in that it the two doses carry different formulae.",positive,0.998874247
"Sri Lanka farmers, local bodies to be taught produce organic fertilizer after import ban",6/5/2021,Agriculture,Any shortfall to be imported,"Sri Lanka farmers, local bodies to be taught produce organic fertilizer after import ban Any shortfall to be imported",positive,0.854518294
Thousands evacuated in Sri Lanka as inclement weather wreaks havoc,6/5/2021,Uncategorized,Seven districts have been affected by heavy floods and landslides,Thousands evacuated in Sri Lanka as inclement weather wreaks havoc Seven districts have been affected by heavy floods and landslides,negative,-0.987021387
Sri Lanka says X-Press Pearl  insurers have agreed to interim compensation,6/5/2021,Logistics,It is uncertain whether there is any oil on board,Sri Lanka says X-Press Pearl  insurers have agreed to interim compensation It is uncertain whether there is any oil on board,negative,-0.997369885
Travellers from Sri Lanka on UK red list from June 08,6/4/2021,Business,UK adds to the list of countries that imposed travel restriction on Sri Lanka in the past few weeks.,Travellers from Sri Lanka on UK red list from June 08 UK adds to the list of countries that imposed travel restriction on Sri Lanka in the past few weeks.,positive,0.981877327
"Sri Lanka limits random PCR tests to hospitals, areas with minimum daily cases",6/4/2021,Health,"“We try to keep daily test numbers at a minimum of 20,000 or between 15,000 and 25,000""","Sri Lanka limits random PCR tests to hospitals, areas with minimum daily cases “We try to keep daily test numbers at a minimum of 20,000 or between 15,000 and 25,000""",negative,-0.992297232
Sri Lanka rupee remains inactive,6/4/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields flat,Sri Lanka rupee remains inactive Bond yields flat,negative,-0.999697566
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.68-pct higher,6/4/2021,Markets,"LOLC Holdings, Commercial Leasing and Finance and Expolanka pushed the ASPI up","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.68-pct higher LOLC Holdings, Commercial Leasing and Finance and Expolanka pushed the ASPI up",negative,-0.722444475
"X-Press Feeders CEO apologises to Sri Lanka, says damage assessment will take time",6/4/2021,Logistics,"""There are many incidents like that at sea, and sometimes terminals and ports are able to help, and sometimes not.""","X-Press Feeders CEO apologises to Sri Lanka, says damage assessment will take time ""There are many incidents like that at sea, and sometimes terminals and ports are able to help, and sometimes not.""",negative,-0.993843198
Sri Lanka police arrest six more who attended celebrity birthday bash,6/4/2021,Health,The spokesman said that one more suspect has yet to be arrested based on information available to the police.,Sri Lanka police arrest six more who attended celebrity birthday bash The spokesman said that one more suspect has yet to be arrested based on information available to the police.,negative,-0.989421546
US to share 80 million vaccine doses; 7 million to go to Asian countries including Sri Lanka,6/4/2021,Health,The White House said on June 04 that 75% of the total 80 million doses will be delivered through the COVAX facility,US to share 80 million vaccine doses; 7 million to go to Asian countries including Sri Lanka The White House said on June 04 that 75% of the total 80 million doses will be delivered through the COVAX facility,negative,-0.511669397
"Sri Lanka in biggest ever nurdle hunt after X-Press Pearl spill, volunteer hunters arrested",6/4/2021,Logistics,At least eight nurdle hunters were arrested perhaps for the first time in the world ,"Sri Lanka in biggest ever nurdle hunt after X-Press Pearl spill, volunteer hunters arrested At least eight nurdle hunters were arrested perhaps for the first time in the world ",positive,0.563276529
Sri Lanka asks fertilizer traders to release stocks as import ban triggers shortages,6/4/2021,Agriculture,But permission will be given to import fertilizer in 2021,Sri Lanka asks fertilizer traders to release stocks as import ban triggers shortages But permission will be given to import fertilizer in 2021,negative,-0.975637555
Sri Lanka directs X-Press Pearl salvors to take oil out of gutted ship - if any remains,6/3/2021,Logistics,"""We still cannot confirm whether the ship has oil on board or not""","Sri Lanka directs X-Press Pearl salvors to take oil out of gutted ship - if any remains ""We still cannot confirm whether the ship has oil on board or not""",negative,-0.996419668
Sri Lanka stocks close 1.07-pct higher,6/3/2021,Markets,Turnover was 2.8 billion rupees with 111 stocks gaining and 65 falling.,Sri Lanka stocks close 1.07-pct higher Turnover was 2.8 billion rupees with 111 stocks gaining and 65 falling.,negative,-0.984549522
Kenneth de Zilwa appointed Chairman of Lanka Clear,6/3/2021,Banking,Central Bank Governor W D Lakshman had appointed de Zilwa for a period of three years ,Kenneth de Zilwa appointed Chairman of Lanka Clear Central Bank Governor W D Lakshman had appointed de Zilwa for a period of three years ,positive,0.986028075
"Misinformation, conspiracy theories on Sinopharm delayed Sri Lanka's vaccine rollout: SPC chief",6/3/2021,Health,"Pressure from ""certain parties"" prevented Sri Lanka from rolling out Sinopharm in time, the SPC chief said","Misinformation, conspiracy theories on Sinopharm delayed Sri Lanka's vaccine rollout: SPC chief Pressure from ""certain parties"" prevented Sri Lanka from rolling out Sinopharm in time, the SPC chief said",negative,-0.999287307
Sri Lanka's Namal Rajapaksa gets new ministry in addition to Sports & Youth Affairs,6/3/2021,Politics,The 35-year-old Hambantota District MP also holds the portfolios Sports and Youth Affairs,Sri Lanka's Namal Rajapaksa gets new ministry in addition to Sports & Youth Affairs The 35-year-old Hambantota District MP also holds the portfolios Sports and Youth Affairs,positive,0.996149302
Sri Lanka collects 34 containers of debris from stricken X-Press Pearl,6/3/2021,Logistics,Police assistance sought to find consignees and more details of cargo,Sri Lanka collects 34 containers of debris from stricken X-Press Pearl Police assistance sought to find consignees and more details of cargo,negative,-0.982773304
Sri Lanka police issues daily sticker passes to control traffic during lockdown,6/3/2021,Health,"Police said 50,000 stickers were distributed on June 02 valid only for that day.","Sri Lanka police issues daily sticker passes to control traffic during lockdown Police said 50,000 stickers were distributed on June 02 valid only for that day.",negative,-0.986852467
"USAID airlifts emergency COVID-19 supplies to Sri Lanka, other South Asian countries",6/3/2021,Health,"The donation is part of US efforts to send emergency medical supplies the Maldives, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka","USAID airlifts emergency COVID-19 supplies to Sri Lanka, other South Asian countries The donation is part of US efforts to send emergency medical supplies the Maldives, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka",positive,0.944626987
Sri Lanka beefs up defences for possible oil spill from X-Press Pearl,6/3/2021,Logistics,Fisheries Minister Kanchana Wijesekera said a plan had been devised to contain any possible oil spill,Sri Lanka beefs up defences for possible oil spill from X-Press Pearl Fisheries Minister Kanchana Wijesekera said a plan had been devised to contain any possible oil spill,negative,-0.994424462
"Sri Lanka to acquire 2mn Sinopharm doses in June, 400,000 Sputnik V in July",6/2/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka has made agreements to purchase 13 million doses of the Chinese vaccine by end 2021, the minister said.","Sri Lanka to acquire 2mn Sinopharm doses in June, 400,000 Sputnik V in July Sri Lanka has made agreements to purchase 13 million doses of the Chinese vaccine by end 2021, the minister said.",negative,-0.660074472
Sri Lanka forex market remain inactive,6/2/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields steady.,Sri Lanka forex market remain inactive Bond yields steady.,positive,0.873809159
Sri Lanka stocks end lower,6/2/2021,Markets,Colombo extended travel restrictions till June 14.,Sri Lanka stocks end lower Colombo extended travel restrictions till June 14.,negative,-0.931150079
Sri Lanka's unofficial COVID-19 lockdown extended to June 14,6/2/2021,Health,The restrictions were to be lifted at 4am June 07,Sri Lanka's unofficial COVID-19 lockdown extended to June 14 The restrictions were to be lifted at 4am June 07,negative,-0.914303362
"X-Press Pearl stern hits bottom aborting tow, Sri Lanka renews oil spill watch",6/2/2021,Logistics,Salvors abort tow after the stern of the partially sunken vessel settles on the ocean floor,"X-Press Pearl stern hits bottom aborting tow, Sri Lanka renews oil spill watch Salvors abort tow after the stern of the partially sunken vessel settles on the ocean floor",negative,-0.982021332
Sri Lanka authorities made grave mistake in allowing doomed ship: Opposition MP,6/2/2021,Logistics,MP Herath said the minister's claim that the authorities were not informed about the leak is unacceptable,Sri Lanka authorities made grave mistake in allowing doomed ship: Opposition MP MP Herath said the minister's claim that the authorities were not informed about the leak is unacceptable,negative,-0.999428451
"Sri Lanka’s First Capital profits up more than 1,300% in March ’21 quarter  ",6/2/2021,Finance,The listed investment house ends pandemic-hit 2020/21 financial year doubling profits,"Sri Lanka’s First Capital profits up more than 1,300% in March ’21 quarter   The listed investment house ends pandemic-hit 2020/21 financial year doubling profits",negative,-0.988612115
77 tourists among 859 arrivals on June 01 after Sri Lanka lifts ban on inbound passengers,6/2/2021,Health,"As of 5.30 pm, 77 tourists had arrived for the bubble concept with more flights coming in during the day, officials said","77 tourists among 859 arrivals on June 01 after Sri Lanka lifts ban on inbound passengers As of 5.30 pm, 77 tourists had arrived for the bubble concept with more flights coming in during the day, officials said",positive,0.809419632
X-Press Pear sinking off Sri Lanka while being towed,6/2/2021,Logistics,On June 01 salvors had found the engine room flooded and smoke coming out of the hold ,X-Press Pear sinking off Sri Lanka while being towed On June 01 salvors had found the engine room flooded and smoke coming out of the hold ,negative,-0.99837023
Sri Lanka 2021 budget deficit revised up to 9.5-pct of GDP,6/2/2021,Economy,A Coronavirus third wave is further slowing the economy,Sri Lanka 2021 budget deficit revised up to 9.5-pct of GDP A Coronavirus third wave is further slowing the economy,negative,-0.999347866
Sri Lanka okays towing X-Press Pearl to deeper waters,6/2/2021,Logistics,President stated that the decision taken should be based solely on technical facts,Sri Lanka okays towing X-Press Pearl to deeper waters President stated that the decision taken should be based solely on technical facts,negative,-0.968574405
Sri Lanka sells Rs25bn in Treasury bonds,6/2/2021,Bonds & Forex,All bonds offered sold,Sri Lanka sells Rs25bn in Treasury bonds All bonds offered sold,negative,-0.853449047
Sputnik Light: Sri Lanka may rely on single-shot Russian COVID-19 vaccine,6/2/2021,Health,"Health officials denied knowledge of the seal, but two government ministers said the next day that they were aware of it","Sputnik Light: Sri Lanka may rely on single-shot Russian COVID-19 vaccine Health officials denied knowledge of the seal, but two government ministers said the next day that they were aware of it",negative,-0.991602361
Sri Lanka forex markets inactive,6/1/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond yield steady,Sri Lanka forex markets inactive Bond yield steady,negative,-0.996554375
"Sri Lanka to import 32,000 vials of Denosumab jab for cancer treatment",6/1/2021,Health,"Some 32,000 vials of 100mg/4ml of Denosumab are to be purchased at a cost of Rs 220.8 million","Sri Lanka to import 32,000 vials of Denosumab jab for cancer treatment Some 32,000 vials of 100mg/4ml of Denosumab are to be purchased at a cost of Rs 220.8 million",negative,-0.995825529
Sri Lanka police arrest more suspects who attended celebrity birthday bash,6/1/2021,Health,Eight arrests have been arrested in total so far.,Sri Lanka police arrest more suspects who attended celebrity birthday bash Eight arrests have been arrested in total so far.,negative,-0.912304401
Sri Lanka's UDA suspends controversial project on D S Senanayake College land,6/1/2021,Politics,Media reports had claimed the project was a forceful land grab by the UDA as past pupils voiced their protest online,Sri Lanka's UDA suspends controversial project on D S Senanayake College land Media reports had claimed the project was a forceful land grab by the UDA as past pupils voiced their protest online,negative,-0.998867631
Salvors board X-Press Pearl off Sri Lanka after putting out fire,6/1/2021,Logistics,Assessment of the ship being carried out,Salvors board X-Press Pearl off Sri Lanka after putting out fire Assessment of the ship being carried out,negative,-0.97902143
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.62-pct higher,6/1/2021,Markets,Colombo stocks gain for the second week straight,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.62-pct higher Colombo stocks gain for the second week straight,negative,-0.975667417
"Sri Lanka petrol, diesel deals won by PetroChina International",6/1/2021,Energy,Singapore based PetroChina International has won contracts to supply diesel and petrol to Sri Lanka.,"Sri Lanka petrol, diesel deals won by PetroChina International Singapore based PetroChina International has won contracts to supply diesel and petrol to Sri Lanka.",positive,0.708797157
Sri Lanka rupee bid at 199.90 to dollar,6/1/2021,Bonds & Forex,Banks were offering dollars' telegraphic transfers at 197.9103/ 202.8896 levels on Monday.,Sri Lanka rupee bid at 199.90 to dollar Banks were offering dollars' telegraphic transfers at 197.9103/ 202.8896 levels on Monday.,negative,-0.990508914
"Sri Lanka to fix transponders to monitor 4,200 ocean going boats",6/1/2021,Business,Australia to fund it,"Sri Lanka to fix transponders to monitor 4,200 ocean going boats Australia to fund it",negative,-0.949719667
Sri Lanka to shift police HQ from Colombo to suburban Pepiliyana at cost of LKR 10 bn,6/1/2021,Law and Order,The police HQ is currently maintained in three buildings that are over 100 years old.,Sri Lanka to shift police HQ from Colombo to suburban Pepiliyana at cost of LKR 10 bn The police HQ is currently maintained in three buildings that are over 100 years old.,negative,-0.977772415
"Sri Lanka's inflation rise to 4.5-pct in May, foods up 9.9-pct",6/1/2021,Economy,Index up 1.1-pct during the month,"Sri Lanka's inflation rise to 4.5-pct in May, foods up 9.9-pct Index up 1.1-pct during the month",negative,-0.979992926
Sri Lanka's LOLC profits up 400-pct in March,6/1/2021,Markets,LOLC has operations in Cambodia where monetary policy in ineffective and Maldives where it is rarely deployed,Sri Lanka's LOLC profits up 400-pct in March LOLC has operations in Cambodia where monetary policy in ineffective and Maldives where it is rarely deployed,negative,-0.992659509
Abhayarama's unsanctioned vaccine rollout: Chief incumbent blames Sri Lanka govt,5/31/2021,Health,Abhayaramaya is one of Sri Lanka’s most powerful Buddhist temples with close ties to Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa,Abhayarama's unsanctioned vaccine rollout: Chief incumbent blames Sri Lanka govt Abhayaramaya is one of Sri Lanka’s most powerful Buddhist temples with close ties to Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa,positive,0.901132166
Sri Lanka's Colombo Port City Commission members appointed,5/31/2021,Legal,"It will be chaired by Gamini Marapana, a lawyer","Sri Lanka's Colombo Port City Commission members appointed It will be chaired by Gamini Marapana, a lawyer",positive,0.96837014
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.95 per cent higher,5/31/2021,Markets,"LOLC Holdings, John Keells Holdings and Asiri Hospitals Holdings pushed ASPI up.","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.95 per cent higher LOLC Holdings, John Keells Holdings and Asiri Hospitals Holdings pushed ASPI up.",negative,-0.512652874
One million Sinopharm doses to arrive in Sri Lanka June 6; second dose to be rolled out from June 8,5/31/2021,Health,This will be the first purchased consignment of the Chinese vaccine to arrive in the island,One million Sinopharm doses to arrive in Sri Lanka June 6; second dose to be rolled out from June 8 This will be the first purchased consignment of the Chinese vaccine to arrive in the island,negative,-0.851447403
"Sri Lanka sovereign rating confirmed at CCC+ by S&P, warns on macro-policy",5/31/2021,Economy,An increase in domestic liquidity will also pressure the exchange rate,"Sri Lanka sovereign rating confirmed at CCC+ by S&P, warns on macro-policy An increase in domestic liquidity will also pressure the exchange rate",negative,-0.991797686
New COVID-19 strain: Sri Lanka suspends inbound passengers from Vietnam,5/31/2021,Health,The new strain is said to spread quickly by air.,New COVID-19 strain: Sri Lanka suspends inbound passengers from Vietnam The new strain is said to spread quickly by air.,positive,0.914210081
X-Press Pearl salvors mull boarding as Sri Lanka eyes pollution claim,5/31/2021,Logistics,Salvors are exploring the possibility of boarding the ship and making a tow connection ,X-Press Pearl salvors mull boarding as Sri Lanka eyes pollution claim Salvors are exploring the possibility of boarding the ship and making a tow connection ,negative,-0.993638456
Disciplinary action against Sri Lanka cops who threw birthday bash for Kurunegala mayor,5/31/2021,Health,What happened was against quarantine regulations and it’s something that should not have been done by police”,Disciplinary action against Sri Lanka cops who threw birthday bash for Kurunegala mayor What happened was against quarantine regulations and it’s something that should not have been done by police”,negative,-0.997375131
No decision yet on extending Sri Lanka's unofficial lockdown: army chief,5/31/2021,Economy,"But it may be decided at any point until then, Army Commander Gen Shavendra Silva said.","No decision yet on extending Sri Lanka's unofficial lockdown: army chief But it may be decided at any point until then, Army Commander Gen Shavendra Silva said.",negative,-0.986954033
"Sri Lanka's nurses on sick leave amid surging epidemic, demand vaccination",5/31/2021,Health,"The government has failed to provide adequate transport facilities to nurses around the country, he said.","Sri Lanka's nurses on sick leave amid surging epidemic, demand vaccination The government has failed to provide adequate transport facilities to nurses around the country, he said.",negative,-0.997753441
"Sri Lanka's vaccination delay a great crime, draft new laws to control COVID-19: Former PM",5/31/2021,Health,“I urge the government not to use Sri Lanka’s vaccination drive as an opportunity for middlemen to make money”,"Sri Lanka's vaccination delay a great crime, draft new laws to control COVID-19: Former PM “I urge the government not to use Sri Lanka’s vaccination drive as an opportunity for middlemen to make money”",negative,-0.981209695
"Sri Lanka rupee bid at 199.90 to the US dollar, no offers",5/31/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bonds steady,"Sri Lanka rupee bid at 199.90 to the US dollar, no offers Bonds steady",negative,-0.994087458
"Sri Lanka money printing, state credit reduces in April",5/31/2021,Banking,"Central bank credit to government fell 21.7 billion rupees in March to 1,070 billion rupees","Sri Lanka money printing, state credit reduces in April Central bank credit to government fell 21.7 billion rupees in March to 1,070 billion rupees",negative,-0.997431576
"Sri Lanka's John Keells to get 34-pct of container terminal, Adani 51-pct: report",5/31/2021,Logistics,"The parties had been given 180 days from May 03, for financial closure","Sri Lanka's John Keells to get 34-pct of container terminal, Adani 51-pct: report The parties had been given 180 days from May 03, for financial closure",negative,-0.995672345
South Asian travel trade banking on regional tourism,5/30/2021,Business,The tourist trade in South Asia are hoping regional and domestic tourism will save the day.,South Asian travel trade banking on regional tourism The tourist trade in South Asia are hoping regional and domestic tourism will save the day.,positive,0.993063033
China backed Port City told to comply with Sri Lanka language policy: Minister Peiris,5/30/2021,Legal, There is going to be no departure from that,China backed Port City told to comply with Sri Lanka language policy: Minister Peiris  There is going to be no departure from that,positive,0.996577561
"X-Press Pearl still smouldering off Sri Lanka, fire fighting continues",5/29/2021,Logistics,Sri Lanka Air Force said a Bell 212 helicopter dropped dry chemical powder on the vessel,"X-Press Pearl still smouldering off Sri Lanka, fire fighting continues Sri Lanka Air Force said a Bell 212 helicopter dropped dry chemical powder on the vessel",negative,-0.997170866
Sri Lanka to get on the missed bus with China-backed Port City: Minister,5/29/2021,Economy,"They don't need to go to Dubai, they don't need to go Singapore to work","Sri Lanka to get on the missed bus with China-backed Port City: Minister They don't need to go to Dubai, they don't need to go Singapore to work",negative,-0.979406834
Sri Lanka nominated for UN-backed award for pesticide control,5/29/2021,Environment,Pesticide regulations have contributed to one of the greatest decreases in suicide rates ever achieved in the world,Sri Lanka nominated for UN-backed award for pesticide control Pesticide regulations have contributed to one of the greatest decreases in suicide rates ever achieved in the world,negative,-0.957476974
X-Press Pearl watched by India Coast Guard for oil spill off Sri Lanka,5/29/2021,Logistics,Indian Coast Guard vessels have the equipment to contain an oil spill,X-Press Pearl watched by India Coast Guard for oil spill off Sri Lanka Indian Coast Guard vessels have the equipment to contain an oil spill,negative,-0.990488887
Sri Lanka's Moratuwa madness: Mayor defends method,5/28/2021,Health,What really happened?,Sri Lanka's Moratuwa madness: Mayor defends method What really happened?,negative,-0.992088437
"Si Lanka halts coastal fishing over X-Press Pearl pollution hitting 5,600 boats",5/28/2021,Logistics,Sea polluted with debris and plastic granules,"Si Lanka halts coastal fishing over X-Press Pearl pollution hitting 5,600 boats Sea polluted with debris and plastic granules",negative,-0.999484062
"Sri Lanka rupee flat, bonds steady",5/28/2021,Bonds & Forex,Banks were offering dollars telegraphic transfers at  203,"Sri Lanka rupee flat, bonds steady Banks were offering dollars telegraphic transfers at  203",negative,-0.998996437
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.7-pct higher,5/28/2021,Markets,Stocks up for third straight day,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.7-pct higher Stocks up for third straight day,negative,-0.976764739
"X-Press Pearl fire orgin is still a mystery, Sri Lanka official says",5/28/2021,Logistics,Actually this (leaking container) was on deck. The fire started in the Number 02 hold,"X-Press Pearl fire orgin is still a mystery, Sri Lanka official says Actually this (leaking container) was on deck. The fire started in the Number 02 hold",negative,-0.996307969
Sri Lanka's travel restrictions to continue uninterrupted till June 07: army chief,5/28/2021,Health,The army chief said divisional secretaries have been instructed to coordinate the delivery of essential items,Sri Lanka's travel restrictions to continue uninterrupted till June 07: army chief The army chief said divisional secretaries have been instructed to coordinate the delivery of essential items,negative,-0.924404442
Sri Lanka police arrest record numbers for COVID-19 quarantine violations,5/28/2021,Health,"Critics argue that the law is applied unequally, with quarantine violations by privileged parties allegedly overlooked","Sri Lanka police arrest record numbers for COVID-19 quarantine violations Critics argue that the law is applied unequally, with quarantine violations by privileged parties allegedly overlooked",negative,-0.995652437
Moratuwa vaccine hijack attempt: Sri Lanka police arrest mayor,5/28/2021,Health,"Footage showed the Moratuwa MOH engaged in a heated argument with Fernando, objecting to his demeanour","Moratuwa vaccine hijack attempt: Sri Lanka police arrest mayor Footage showed the Moratuwa MOH engaged in a heated argument with Fernando, objecting to his demeanour",negative,-0.992292166
"X-Press Pearl came to China run terminal, SLPA says rendered all assistance",5/28/2021,Logistics,No notice was given of an acid leak before arriving,"X-Press Pearl came to China run terminal, SLPA says rendered all assistance No notice was given of an acid leak before arriving",negative,-0.998282552
"Sri Lanka's SAGT orders more twin lift cranes STS cranes, raising capacity",5/28/2021,Logistics,"Terminal is constrained by yard space, capping output","Sri Lanka's SAGT orders more twin lift cranes STS cranes, raising capacity Terminal is constrained by yard space, capping output",negative,-0.998070896
Sri Lanka central bank announces credit relief for third Coronavirus wave,5/28/2021,Banking,Outstanding loans could be extended for T-bill plus 1,Sri Lanka central bank announces credit relief for third Coronavirus wave Outstanding loans could be extended for T-bill plus 1,negative,-0.975722253
"Sri Lanka cleans up beaches, says X-Press Pearl did not inform of any acid leak",5/28/2021,Logistics,"Two ports had denied permission to offload cargo, which caught fire off Colombo","Sri Lanka cleans up beaches, says X-Press Pearl did not inform of any acid leak Two ports had denied permission to offload cargo, which caught fire off Colombo",negative,-0.990246058
Fifty thousand doses of Sputnik V to arrive in Sri Lanka on May 28,5/27/2021,Health,"The May 28 consignment will be followed by another 900,000 doses of Sputnik V at some point in June","Fifty thousand doses of Sputnik V to arrive in Sri Lanka on May 28 The May 28 consignment will be followed by another 900,000 doses of Sputnik V at some point in June",negative,-0.993772924
Vietnam BB outlook raised to positive by S&P after IMF says high growth with no stimulus,5/27/2021,Economy,Incredibly proactive and effective set of containment policies - IMF,Vietnam BB outlook raised to positive by S&P after IMF says high growth with no stimulus Incredibly proactive and effective set of containment policies - IMF,positive,0.628839552
"Sri Lanka declares public services including ports, state banks, transport essential",5/27/2021,Economy,An extraordinary gazette notification declaring these services  essential was issued May 27 afternoon.,"Sri Lanka declares public services including ports, state banks, transport essential An extraordinary gazette notification declaring these services  essential was issued May 27 afternoon.",positive,0.983082771
X-Press Pearl entered Hazira and Hamad ports before reaching Sri Lanka: owners,5/27/2021,Logistics,'The vessel underwent discharge and loading in both ports before continuing planned journey to Colombo',X-Press Pearl entered Hazira and Hamad ports before reaching Sri Lanka: owners 'The vessel underwent discharge and loading in both ports before continuing planned journey to Colombo',negative,-0.978539824
Sri Lanka speaker signs off on controversial Port City economic commission bill,5/27/2021,Economy,The Colombo Port City Commission Act is now effective as of May 27,Sri Lanka speaker signs off on controversial Port City economic commission bill The Colombo Port City Commission Act is now effective as of May 27,negative,-0.69709599
"Sri Lanka to administer 125,000 doses of Sinopharm in Galle, Matara, Kurunegala",5/27/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka expects to vaccinate 60 to 70 percent of the population by the end of the year, Minister Pathirana said.","Sri Lanka to administer 125,000 doses of Sinopharm in Galle, Matara, Kurunegala Sri Lanka expects to vaccinate 60 to 70 percent of the population by the end of the year, Minister Pathirana said.",negative,-0.932051301
Cargo rush: Sri Lanka police arrest eight for collecting debris off burning container ship,5/27/2021,Law and Order,Police have also taken into custody a lorry that was transporting the goods.,Cargo rush: Sri Lanka police arrest eight for collecting debris off burning container ship Police have also taken into custody a lorry that was transporting the goods.,negative,-0.988948703
"12,000 Grama Niladharis in Sri Lanka on strike demanding jabs",5/27/2021,Health,"Three GN officers out of 50 infected have already died of COVID-19, with another 100 quarantined.","12,000 Grama Niladharis in Sri Lanka on strike demanding jabs Three GN officers out of 50 infected have already died of COVID-19, with another 100 quarantined.",negative,-0.997572839
"Qatar, India refused leaking X-Press Pearl boxes before fire in Sri Lanka: report",5/27/2021,Logistics,Chemical leak discovered in Arabian sea,"Qatar, India refused leaking X-Press Pearl boxes before fire in Sri Lanka: report Chemical leak discovered in Arabian sea",negative,-0.978309512
"Invest Sri Lanka to bring 1,000 local and global investors together",5/27/2021,Economy,Forum to showcase investment opportunities and build joint ventures,"Invest Sri Lanka to bring 1,000 local and global investors together Forum to showcase investment opportunities and build joint ventures",positive,0.999700189
Sri Lanka to co-produce Sinovac vaccines: Minister,5/27/2021,Business,Plant being readied in Kundasale,Sri Lanka to co-produce Sinovac vaccines: Minister Plant being readied in Kundasale,negative,-0.987678468
Sanjaya Rajaratnam appointed Sri Lanka's Attorney General,5/27/2021,Legal,He has been in the AG's Department for 34 years,Sanjaya Rajaratnam appointed Sri Lanka's Attorney General He has been in the AG's Department for 34 years,positive,0.996970534
Sri Lanka prepares for oil spill as burning X-Press Pearl spews cargo and charred debris,5/26/2021,Health,About half the 278 tonnes of oil on board the container vessel could spill ,Sri Lanka prepares for oil spill as burning X-Press Pearl spews cargo and charred debris About half the 278 tonnes of oil on board the container vessel could spill ,negative,-0.997299135
"Sri Lanka president, PM call for ""Prathipaththi pooja""-focused Vesak at home",5/26/2021,Health,"Absorbing and understanding the Dhamma will help Buddhists get through the current crisis, the premier said.","Sri Lanka president, PM call for ""Prathipaththi pooja""-focused Vesak at home Absorbing and understanding the Dhamma will help Buddhists get through the current crisis, the premier said.",positive,0.995294034
Sri Lanka lifts ban on foreign arrivals from June 01,5/26/2021,Business,Indian visitors still restricted,Sri Lanka lifts ban on foreign arrivals from June 01 Indian visitors still restricted,negative,-0.936486423
Sri Lanka planet savers stop X-Press Pearl plastic pollution defying Coronavirus,5/26/2021,Health,Virgin polyethene granules are worth about 1000 US dollar a tonne.,Sri Lanka planet savers stop X-Press Pearl plastic pollution defying Coronavirus Virgin polyethene granules are worth about 1000 US dollar a tonne.,negative,-0.992316723
Half a million doses of Sinopharm arrive in Sri Lanka; three million more in June,5/26/2021,Health,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said he will ensure a strong vaccination drive for all.,Half a million doses of Sinopharm arrive in Sri Lanka; three million more in June President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said he will ensure a strong vaccination drive for all.,positive,0.998985231
Charred debris from blazing X-Press Pearl washes up on Sri Lanka shores,5/26/2021,Logistics,Containment efforts and firefighting continue,Charred debris from blazing X-Press Pearl washes up on Sri Lanka shores Containment efforts and firefighting continue,negative,-0.986961484
Sri Lanka Buddhist prelates call for Vesak at home amid Coronavirus,5/26/2021,Health,Extends wishes for a speedy recovery,Sri Lanka Buddhist prelates call for Vesak at home amid Coronavirus Extends wishes for a speedy recovery,negative,-0.973613501
Sri Lanka says state luxury SUV imports for MPs halted following outcry,5/26/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka started giving tax free luxury cars to MPs in the 1980s,Sri Lanka says state luxury SUV imports for MPs halted following outcry Sri Lanka started giving tax free luxury cars to MPs in the 1980s,negative,-0.996446311
"India sends ships, aircraft to help Sri Lanka control oil spill, X-press Pearl blaze",5/25/2021,Logistics,"Vessels Vaibhav, Vajra and Samudra Prehari by Indian Coast Guard and Tug Water Lilly ","India sends ships, aircraft to help Sri Lanka control oil spill, X-press Pearl blaze Vessels Vaibhav, Vajra and Samudra Prehari by Indian Coast Guard and Tug Water Lilly ",positive,0.609095156
"Sri Lanka to acquire 14 mn doses of Sinopharm, 13 mn of Sputnik V, 5mn of Pfizer by Dec",5/25/2021,Health,"In addition to these, funds have been set aside to purchase one million doses of the Oxford AstraZeneca vaccine","Sri Lanka to acquire 14 mn doses of Sinopharm, 13 mn of Sputnik V, 5mn of Pfizer by Dec In addition to these, funds have been set aside to purchase one million doses of the Oxford AstraZeneca vaccine",negative,-0.984807491
Sri Lanka rupee ends around 199/208 levels to one-month dollar,5/25/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields steady.,Sri Lanka rupee ends around 199/208 levels to one-month dollar Bond yields steady.,positive,0.9882586
Sri Lanka fishermen warned off X-Pres Pearl fire zone amid oil spill fears: Minister,5/25/2021,Logistics,Video footage shows the fire blazing amidships and the X-Press Pearl listing to port,Sri Lanka fishermen warned off X-Pres Pearl fire zone amid oil spill fears: Minister Video footage shows the fire blazing amidships and the X-Press Pearl listing to port,negative,-0.983838081
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,5/25/2021,Markets,"ASPI pushed up by LOLC Holdings, Expolanka and Sampath Bank.","Sri Lanka stocks end higher ASPI pushed up by LOLC Holdings, Expolanka and Sampath Bank.",negative,-0.57223022
Sri Lanka's UNP questions govt decision to limit PCR tests in private hospitals,5/25/2021,Health,Bandara asked if the government was attempting to downplay the gravity of the situation by reducing the number of tests.,Sri Lanka's UNP questions govt decision to limit PCR tests in private hospitals Bandara asked if the government was attempting to downplay the gravity of the situation by reducing the number of tests.,negative,-0.997044146
Blazing X-press Pearl off Sri Lanka triggers Tier II oil spill warning,5/25/2021,Logistics,The fire began in containers carrying chemicals,Blazing X-press Pearl off Sri Lanka triggers Tier II oil spill warning The fire began in containers carrying chemicals,negative,-0.95235008
Fourth MP tests positive for COVID-19 in Sri Lanka's spiralling third wave,5/25/2021,Health,"Premadasa, Bandara and a number of other MPs from the SJB have not taken the COVID-19 vaccine","Fourth MP tests positive for COVID-19 in Sri Lanka's spiralling third wave Premadasa, Bandara and a number of other MPs from the SJB have not taken the COVID-19 vaccine",negative,-0.998066604
"Sri Lanka to call bids for BOT oil refinery, end state refining monopoly: Minister",5/25/2021,Energy,Says BOT upgrade may cost US$3bn,"Sri Lanka to call bids for BOT oil refinery, end state refining monopoly: Minister Says BOT upgrade may cost US$3bn",negative,-0.996727943
Sri Lanka awards BOT expressway to China Harbour Engineering,5/25/2021,Business,CHEC to get 15 year concession,Sri Lanka awards BOT expressway to China Harbour Engineering CHEC to get 15 year concession,negative,-0.919978857
"Sri Lanka to import 120,00 litres of liquid oxygen to meet surging demand",5/25/2021,Health,"The plan is to maintain an adequate and secure stock of liquid oxygen in the island, the minister said.","Sri Lanka to import 120,00 litres of liquid oxygen to meet surging demand The plan is to maintain an adequate and secure stock of liquid oxygen in the island, the minister said.",positive,0.982819021
Sri Lanka Port City still at risk of incompetent regulators: Samarajiva,5/25/2021,Political News,Regulators in this country tends to give 'balloon decisions' which means nothing or delay decisions,Sri Lanka Port City still at risk of incompetent regulators: Samarajiva Regulators in this country tends to give 'balloon decisions' which means nothing or delay decisions,negative,-0.997409642
Bangladesh Bank approves US$200mn currency swap for Sri Lanka: report,5/25/2021,Economy,The swap would be backed by a government guarantee,Bangladesh Bank approves US$200mn currency swap for Sri Lanka: report The swap would be backed by a government guarantee,negative,-0.975634277
"Sri Lanka's daily Coronavirus tests plunge, lockdown extended",5/25/2021,Health,"Daily tests have come down to 17,000 from 25,000","Sri Lanka's daily Coronavirus tests plunge, lockdown extended Daily tests have come down to 17,000 from 25,000",negative,-0.995756447
"Cyclone Yaas to become severe over Sri Lanka, Met Dept warns",5/24/2021,Weather and Climate,Rainfall exceeding 150mm is also expected as a result of the cyclone,"Cyclone Yaas to become severe over Sri Lanka, Met Dept warns Rainfall exceeding 150mm is also expected as a result of the cyclone",negative,-0.974992573
"Sri Lanka forex market inactive, bond yields steady",5/24/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka extends travel restrictions till June 07.,"Sri Lanka forex market inactive, bond yields steady Sri Lanka extends travel restrictions till June 07.",positive,0.997000277
Bahrain latest country to ban inbound passengers from COVID-hit Sri Lanka,5/24/2021,Health,"Singapore, Kuwait, Italy, Dubai and the Maldives have also slapped a travel ban on Sri Lanka till May 31.","Bahrain latest country to ban inbound passengers from COVID-hit Sri Lanka Singapore, Kuwait, Italy, Dubai and the Maldives have also slapped a travel ban on Sri Lanka till May 31.",negative,-0.986244142
Sri Lanka  lockdown style Coronavirus restrictions extended till June 07,5/24/2021,Health,Relaxed on May 31 and June 04 for food and medicine. Vehicles not allowed,Sri Lanka  lockdown style Coronavirus restrictions extended till June 07 Relaxed on May 31 and June 04 for food and medicine. Vehicles not allowed,negative,-0.969086468
Sri Lanka stocks end marginally higher,5/24/2021,Markets,"LOLC Holdings, Ceylon Tobacco Company and Browns Investments pushes ASPI up","Sri Lanka stocks end marginally higher LOLC Holdings, Ceylon Tobacco Company and Browns Investments pushes ASPI up",negative,-0.616147339
Sri Lanka Covid-19 patient did not have the same fungus as India's,5/24/2021,Health,Cryptococcus fungus infection is found in  Sri Lanka from time to time,Sri Lanka Covid-19 patient did not have the same fungus as India's Cryptococcus fungus infection is found in  Sri Lanka from time to time,negative,-0.990710795
Sri Lanka travel restrictions to be temporarily relaxed May 25,5/24/2021,Health,It is unclear whether people who move for non-essential purposes will be detained.,Sri Lanka travel restrictions to be temporarily relaxed May 25 It is unclear whether people who move for non-essential purposes will be detained.,negative,-0.994698882
Sri Lanka's main opposition MPs asked to self-isolate,5/24/2021,Health,"Two parliament staffers who had been in contact with Premadasa have also been told to self-isolate, he said.","Sri Lanka's main opposition MPs asked to self-isolate Two parliament staffers who had been in contact with Premadasa have also been told to self-isolate, he said.",negative,-0.996680915
Singapore approves Coronavirus breathalyzer test,5/24/2021,Health,Gives test results in less than a minute,Singapore approves Coronavirus breathalyzer test Gives test results in less than a minute,negative,-0.960205853
Sri Lanka tightens Coronavirus test access as pandemic spikes and home treatment piloted,5/24/2021,Health,Home treatment of Covid-19 patients piloted,Sri Lanka tightens Coronavirus test access as pandemic spikes and home treatment piloted Home treatment of Covid-19 patients piloted,negative,-0.988030493
Sri Lanka opposition leader tests positive for asymptomatic COVID-19,5/23/2021,Health,"""We can beat this,"" he said.","Sri Lanka opposition leader tests positive for asymptomatic COVID-19 ""We can beat this,"" he said.",negative,-0.964386523
"Do not sideline cabinet, lock down country if needed, former Sri Lanka PM tells govt",5/23/2021,Health,"""Do not sideline the cabinet. They must take the necessary steps to ensure the health and safety of the country."" ","Do not sideline cabinet, lock down country if needed, former Sri Lanka PM tells govt ""Do not sideline the cabinet. They must take the necessary steps to ensure the health and safety of the country."" ",negative,-0.605125487
"Sri Lanka Port City dollarization upheld, constitution violation from depreciation: SC",5/23/2021,Economy,Dollarization would protect the salaries of workers from money printing,"Sri Lanka Port City dollarization upheld, constitution violation from depreciation: SC Dollarization would protect the salaries of workers from money printing",negative,-0.960275352
Questions over suspected fungus case in Sri Lanka: GMOA official,5/22/2021,Health,How it happened in the Ampara area is still a question,Questions over suspected fungus case in Sri Lanka: GMOA official How it happened in the Ampara area is still a question,negative,-0.996329129
"Former president CBK slams Port City act, claims Sri Lanka becoming Chinese colony",5/22/2021,Economy,"""This is a dangerous situation. We remember Mrs Bandaranaike now more than ever,"" she said.","Former president CBK slams Port City act, claims Sri Lanka becoming Chinese colony ""This is a dangerous situation. We remember Mrs Bandaranaike now more than ever,"" she said.",negative,-0.584819555
"May 20, 2021, a day of betrayal, says Sri Lanka's Jantha Vimukthi Peramuna",5/22/2021,Economy,"Government members have forfeited their right to boast about patriotism, Silva said.","May 20, 2021, a day of betrayal, says Sri Lanka's Jantha Vimukthi Peramuna Government members have forfeited their right to boast about patriotism, Silva said.",negative,-0.972043931
Sri Lanka police arrest govt official over alleged fake news on deforestation,5/22/2021,Environment,"Police found ""various fake news"" posts pertaining to deforestation, a statement said.","Sri Lanka police arrest govt official over alleged fake news on deforestation Police found ""various fake news"" posts pertaining to deforestation, a statement said.",negative,-0.995835304
Sri Lanka's China-backed Port City to have US$3bn annual FDI target: Minister Cabraal,5/22/2021,Economy,"""We have targets which are tough""","Sri Lanka's China-backed Port City to have US$3bn annual FDI target: Minister Cabraal ""We have targets which are tough""",negative,-0.99698025
"Sri Lanka doctors call for 14-day lockdown, Covid-19 deaths spiral up",5/22/2021,Health,"New beds will not be able to keep pace with growing numbers of patients, doctors warned","Sri Lanka doctors call for 14-day lockdown, Covid-19 deaths spiral up New beds will not be able to keep pace with growing numbers of patients, doctors warned",negative,-0.999457538
"Sri Lanka forex markets inactive, bond yields marginally up",5/21/2021,Bonds & Forex,Muted activity in Sri Lankan markets ahead of the week-long travel restriction starting Friday night.,"Sri Lanka forex markets inactive, bond yields marginally up Muted activity in Sri Lankan markets ahead of the week-long travel restriction starting Friday night.",negative,-0.987428963
"Sri Lanka warned of strong winds, heavy rains, possible cyclone",5/21/2021,Environment,Warning for sea areas,"Sri Lanka warned of strong winds, heavy rains, possible cyclone Warning for sea areas",positive,0.75188154
"Sri Lanka stock market to open on 24, 25, 28 May",5/21/2021,Markets,Market closed for Vesak,"Sri Lanka stock market to open on 24, 25, 28 May Market closed for Vesak",negative,-0.973412156
Song Sung Blue*,5/21/2021,Environment,Why Are Creation’s Biggest Animals Crooning Flatter Year by Year? Blue Whale Mating Call Mystery.,Song Sung Blue* Why Are Creation’s Biggest Animals Crooning Flatter Year by Year? Blue Whale Mating Call Mystery.,positive,0.926357508
Sri Lanka stocks end 1.00-pct lower,5/21/2021,Markets,Windforce buys a 92.5 per cent stake in Fairway Waste Management. ,Sri Lanka stocks end 1.00-pct lower Windforce buys a 92.5 per cent stake in Fairway Waste Management. ,negative,-0.991688311
Sri Lanka's Windforce to buy waste-to-energy plant,5/21/2021,Energy,The plant was estimated to cost US$67mn,Sri Lanka's Windforce to buy waste-to-energy plant The plant was estimated to cost US$67mn,negative,-0.999197066
Singapore flagged X-Press Pearl under watch off Sri Lanka after fire,5/21/2021,Logistics,Sri Lanka vessels monitoring the vessel for fresh fires,Singapore flagged X-Press Pearl under watch off Sri Lanka after fire Sri Lanka vessels monitoring the vessel for fresh fires,negative,-0.961230457
Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 199.90 levels with no offers,5/21/2021,Bonds & Forex,Short tenor maturities in the secondary market edged up.,Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 199.90 levels with no offers Short tenor maturities in the secondary market edged up.,negative,-0.974185944
Sri Lanka central bank looking at third wave credit relief: Deputy Governor,5/21/2021,Banking,Discussion are progressing with lenders,Sri Lanka central bank looking at third wave credit relief: Deputy Governor Discussion are progressing with lenders,negative,-0.871474683
"Sri Lanka could get over US$1,500mn from Port City land sales: Minister Cabraal",5/21/2021,Economy,Actual revenues could higher since sales are staggered,"Sri Lanka could get over US$1,500mn from Port City land sales: Minister Cabraal Actual revenues could higher since sales are staggered",negative,-0.997881711
Sri Lanka minister eyes Bitcoin exchange in Port City amid China crypto crackdown,5/21/2021,Economy,Crypto currencies plunged after the People's Bank of China banned their use,Sri Lanka minister eyes Bitcoin exchange in Port City amid China crypto crackdown Crypto currencies plunged after the People's Bank of China banned their use,negative,-0.997814417
Sri Lanka exports maintain momentum in April 2021,5/21/2021,Economy,Exports maintain 2019 level just as a third wave hits,Sri Lanka exports maintain momentum in April 2021 Exports maintain 2019 level just as a third wave hits,positive,0.98793751
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.65-pct lower,5/20/2021,Markets,Stocks end lower for the second consecutive day.,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.65-pct lower Stocks end lower for the second consecutive day.,negative,-0.998636901
World's largest iceberg breaks off from Antarctica: reports,5/20/2021,World,The break-off is part of the natural cycle and since it’s a floating ice shelf it will not cause sea levels to rise.,World's largest iceberg breaks off from Antarctica: reports The break-off is part of the natural cycle and since it’s a floating ice shelf it will not cause sea levels to rise.,positive,0.9313187
Sri Lanka rupee ends at 199/208 levels to one-month dollar,5/20/2021,Bonds & Forex,Rupee remains unchanged.,Sri Lanka rupee ends at 199/208 levels to one-month dollar Rupee remains unchanged.,negative,-0.977810264
Sri Lanka's daily COVID-19 cases may be three times what tests suggest: Dr Fernandopulle,5/20/2021,Health,"“We recommend that people be confined to their homes for at least two weeks to contain the spread.""","Sri Lanka's daily COVID-19 cases may be three times what tests suggest: Dr Fernandopulle “We recommend that people be confined to their homes for at least two weeks to contain the spread.""",negative,-0.987381101
Sri Lanka passes law to set up China-backed special economic zone,5/20/2021,Economy,Colombo Port City Commission passes with 148 votes,Sri Lanka passes law to set up China-backed special economic zone Colombo Port City Commission passes with 148 votes,positive,0.523071885
Sri Lanka issues fresh guidelines for bailing suspects to reduce prison overcrowding,5/20/2021,Health,Almost all prisons in Sri Lanka are overcrowded making it impossible for the authorities to control an outbreak within.,Sri Lanka issues fresh guidelines for bailing suspects to reduce prison overcrowding Almost all prisons in Sri Lanka are overcrowded making it impossible for the authorities to control an outbreak within.,negative,-0.998516023
"Sri Lanka 'patriots' sold out sovereignty, violated constitution on Port City bill: Eran",5/20/2021,Political News,"Original had 8 violations requiring a referendum, 17 a two-thirds majority","Sri Lanka 'patriots' sold out sovereignty, violated constitution on Port City bill: Eran Original had 8 violations requiring a referendum, 17 a two-thirds majority",negative,-0.977197826
All detained Sri Lankan workers in Saudi Arabia repatriated: embassy,5/20/2021,Health,The repatriated workers had been held in detention centers in Riyadh and Jeddah.,All detained Sri Lankan workers in Saudi Arabia repatriated: embassy The repatriated workers had been held in detention centers in Riyadh and Jeddah.,negative,-0.95085603
Sri Lanka opp leader slams health ministry circular barring doctors from speaking to media,5/20/2021,Health,"""No one in the medical profession is allowed to open their mouth about COVID-19,"" said Premadasa.","Sri Lanka opp leader slams health ministry circular barring doctors from speaking to media ""No one in the medical profession is allowed to open their mouth about COVID-19,"" said Premadasa.",negative,-0.989347696
"Avoid east-central Bay of Bengal, Sri Lanka Met Dept warns Navy, fisherfolk",5/20/2021,Weather and Climate,It is very likely to intensify gradually into a cyclonic storm over the subsequent 72 hours.,"Avoid east-central Bay of Bengal, Sri Lanka Met Dept warns Navy, fisherfolk It is very likely to intensify gradually into a cyclonic storm over the subsequent 72 hours.",negative,-0.905863822
Sri Lanka's third Coronavirus wave to hit economy less than earlier waves: CB Governor,5/20/2021,Economy,"Tourism, exports demand may be hit due to domestic and global Covid-19 waves","Sri Lanka's third Coronavirus wave to hit economy less than earlier waves: CB Governor Tourism, exports demand may be hit due to domestic and global Covid-19 waves",negative,-0.872160614
Sri Lankan Airlines eyes Boeing aircraft maintenance,5/20/2021,Aviation,"Looking at airframe maintenance, component maintenance and training","Sri Lankan Airlines eyes Boeing aircraft maintenance Looking at airframe maintenance, component maintenance and training",negative,-0.951749623
"Sri Lanka expects 500,000 China vaccine gift on May 23, 3mn Sinopharm a week later",5/20/2021,Health,China has informed President Gotabaya Rajapaksa of the decision,"Sri Lanka expects 500,000 China vaccine gift on May 23, 3mn Sinopharm a week later China has informed President Gotabaya Rajapaksa of the decision",negative,-0.968581557
"Sri Lanka Covid-19 wave to hit output, more fiscal and monetary support needed: CBSL",5/20/2021,Economy,Steep rise in net credit to government and record fall in net foreign assets to March,"Sri Lanka Covid-19 wave to hit output, more fiscal and monetary support needed: CBSL Steep rise in net credit to government and record fall in net foreign assets to March",negative,-0.986411273
Colombo Port City could boost Sri Lanka's GDP by US$12bn a year: Minister Cabraal,5/20/2021,Business,"Aims to create 83,000 dollar salaried jobs in five years","Colombo Port City could boost Sri Lanka's GDP by US$12bn a year: Minister Cabraal Aims to create 83,000 dollar salaried jobs in five years",negative,-0.598919988
Sri Lanka opposition slams ban on private imports of Covid-19 vaccines,5/20/2021,Health,"Some philanthropists had offered to pay for and give vaccines free, he claimed","Sri Lanka opposition slams ban on private imports of Covid-19 vaccines Some philanthropists had offered to pay for and give vaccines free, he claimed",negative,-0.975381076
Sri Lanka sells 90-pct of Treasuries offered,5/20/2021,Bonds & Forex,Weak demand for one year bills at ceiling rate,Sri Lanka sells 90-pct of Treasuries offered Weak demand for one year bills at ceiling rate,negative,-0.997359574
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus total soars over 3,600, daily Covid-19 deaths hit 36",5/20/2021,Health,"Total deaths reached 1,051 on May 19","Sri Lanka Coronavirus total soars over 3,600, daily Covid-19 deaths hit 36 Total deaths reached 1,051 on May 19",negative,-0.960055292
Sri Lanka rupee ends around 199/208 levels to one-month dollar,5/20/2021,Bonds & Forex,Yields edged up marginally.,Sri Lanka rupee ends around 199/208 levels to one-month dollar Yields edged up marginally.,negative,-0.971421003
Sri Lanka records highest single-day COVID-19 total yet,5/19/2021,Health,"Total cases in the island has thus reached 144,425, the government information department said.","Sri Lanka records highest single-day COVID-19 total yet Total cases in the island has thus reached 144,425, the government information department said.",positive,0.808136821
Ceylon College of Physicians proposes amendments to Sri Lanka's vaccine guidelines,5/19/2021,Health,The CCP has requested authorities to make the jabs available for more people with underlying conditions.,Ceylon College of Physicians proposes amendments to Sri Lanka's vaccine guidelines The CCP has requested authorities to make the jabs available for more people with underlying conditions.,negative,-0.932956636
"COVID-19 jabs can take weeks to work, continued vigilance vital: Sri Lanka epid experts",5/19/2021,Health,"“In the meantime, you can still get infected and infect others,” she warned.","COVID-19 jabs can take weeks to work, continued vigilance vital: Sri Lanka epid experts “In the meantime, you can still get infected and infect others,” she warned.",negative,-0.967962503
Sri Lanka halts inbound passengers from May 23,5/19/2021,Aviation,Passengers can however depart the country.,Sri Lanka halts inbound passengers from May 23 Passengers can however depart the country.,negative,-0.965899348
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.19-pct lower,5/19/2021,Markets,"Haycarb Plc, Ceylon Tobacco, and Browns Investments pushed the ASPI down.","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.19-pct lower Haycarb Plc, Ceylon Tobacco, and Browns Investments pushed the ASPI down.",negative,-0.999335945
Reginald Cooray appointed chairman of state-run Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation,5/19/2021,Politics,A letter of appointed was ceremoniously handed over to Cooray by Minister of Mass Media Keheliya Rambukwella.,Reginald Cooray appointed chairman of state-run Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation A letter of appointed was ceremoniously handed over to Cooray by Minister of Mass Media Keheliya Rambukwella.,negative,-0.917013764
FBI confirmed Maulavi Naufar masterminded Sri Lanka Easter attacks: Minister,5/19/2021,Politics,"It takes a long time complete international investigations, the minister said defending the delay.","FBI confirmed Maulavi Naufar masterminded Sri Lanka Easter attacks: Minister It takes a long time complete international investigations, the minister said defending the delay.",negative,-0.900153816
Parents of Sri Lanka's ex-Tiger combatants should be allowed to grieve: retd army officer,5/19/2021,Defence,"""It was our misled children, our misled brothers and sisters that were born in this country.""","Parents of Sri Lanka's ex-Tiger combatants should be allowed to grieve: retd army officer ""It was our misled children, our misled brothers and sisters that were born in this country.""",negative,-0.951224566
"Sri Lanka imports surge in March 2021 despite controls as credit, exports recover",5/19/2021,Economy,Analysts had warned that imports will rise as credit picked up and import controls were a Mercantilist policy error,"Sri Lanka imports surge in March 2021 despite controls as credit, exports recover Analysts had warned that imports will rise as credit picked up and import controls were a Mercantilist policy error",negative,-0.996575177
"Sri Lanka spends Rs138bn on Coronavirus battle, relief: Minister Cabraal",5/19/2021,Economy,Spending in 2020 was Rs96.05 billion in 2021  Rs41.9 billion ,"Sri Lanka spends Rs138bn on Coronavirus battle, relief: Minister Cabraal Spending in 2020 was Rs96.05 billion in 2021  Rs41.9 billion ",negative,-0.960847616
"Sri Lanka surpasses 1,000 COVID-19 deaths; 2,478 new cases reported today",5/18/2021,Health,"Total confirmed COVID-19 infections in Sri Lanka has now reached 141,374.","Sri Lanka surpasses 1,000 COVID-19 deaths; 2,478 new cases reported today Total confirmed COVID-19 infections in Sri Lanka has now reached 141,374.",negative,-0.931260645
"Sri Lanka to receive 185,000 doses of Sputnik V next week; US-donated AstraZeneca expected",5/18/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka received 15,000 doses of the Sputnik V vaccine on May 04 and rollout began May 16.","Sri Lanka to receive 185,000 doses of Sputnik V next week; US-donated AstraZeneca expected Sri Lanka received 15,000 doses of the Sputnik V vaccine on May 04 and rollout began May 16.",negative,-0.938431561
Sri Lanka's China-backed tax haven clears final hurdle,5/18/2021,Economy,City will be administered by a commission with unprecedented powers to fast track investment approvals,Sri Lanka's China-backed tax haven clears final hurdle City will be administered by a commission with unprecedented powers to fast track investment approvals,positive,0.996475399
Sri Lanka rupee closes with no offers as retail rate devalued,5/18/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields steady,Sri Lanka rupee closes with no offers as retail rate devalued Bond yields steady,negative,-0.997798324
Cyber attack on Sri Lankan govt websites resolved: SLCERT,5/18/2021,ICT,"""This is not a comprehensive cyber-attack,""said Meegasmulla.","Cyber attack on Sri Lankan govt websites resolved: SLCERT ""This is not a comprehensive cyber-attack,""said Meegasmulla.",negative,-0.999630809
Sri Lanka will change Colombo Port City law as suggested by Supreme Court: Minister,5/18/2021,Parliament,Changes to be made during Committee Stage of the debate,Sri Lanka will change Colombo Port City law as suggested by Supreme Court: Minister Changes to be made during Committee Stage of the debate,negative,-0.659948885
Sri Lanka top court suggests changes to Colombo Port City Commission Bill,5/18/2021,Legal,The changes when made allows the law to be passed by a simple majority,Sri Lanka top court suggests changes to Colombo Port City Commission Bill The changes when made allows the law to be passed by a simple majority,positive,0.828902125
Sri Lanka Human Rights Commission writes to police chief on custodial deaths,5/18/2021,Law and Order,The commission said the police is duty bound to ensure the security of suspects in its custody.,Sri Lanka Human Rights Commission writes to police chief on custodial deaths The commission said the police is duty bound to ensure the security of suspects in its custody.,negative,-0.829863608
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, Crissworld trades above issue price",5/18/2021,Markets,"Chrissworld Ltd, a logistics solution provider at its debut trade above issue price.","Sri Lanka stocks close up, Crissworld trades above issue price Chrissworld Ltd, a logistics solution provider at its debut trade above issue price.",negative,-0.982559204
"Sri Lanka Attorney General claims ""grand conspiracy"" behind Easter attack: report",5/18/2021,Politics,"The identities of those involved in the grand conspiracy must come by way of evidence, the AG said.","Sri Lanka Attorney General claims ""grand conspiracy"" behind Easter attack: report The identities of those involved in the grand conspiracy must come by way of evidence, the AG said.",negative,-0.996667564
"Sri Lanka price controls drive LPG cylinder imports, fears of shortages: report",5/18/2021,Energy,The CAA has created shortages through price controls in the past ,"Sri Lanka price controls drive LPG cylinder imports, fears of shortages: report The CAA has created shortages through price controls in the past ",negative,-0.996065557
"Sri Lanka declares May 24, 25 govt holidays on top of unofficial curfew: reports",5/18/2021,Health,There is already an inter-district travel restriction every day from 11pm to 4am till May 31.,"Sri Lanka declares May 24, 25 govt holidays on top of unofficial curfew: reports There is already an inter-district travel restriction every day from 11pm to 4am till May 31.",negative,-0.990318179
Sri Lanka Port City Commission Bill provisions inconsistent with constitution: SC,5/18/2021,Political News,Remedies suggested to amend the bill,Sri Lanka Port City Commission Bill provisions inconsistent with constitution: SC Remedies suggested to amend the bill,negative,-0.991463721
"Sri Lanka's rupee peg 'devalued' to 203 to the US dollar, steep forward discounts",5/18/2021,Bonds & Forex,Market buy/sell swaps show steep forward discounts indicative of high dollar yields,"Sri Lanka's rupee peg 'devalued' to 203 to the US dollar, steep forward discounts Market buy/sell swaps show steep forward discounts indicative of high dollar yields",negative,-0.961755574
Sri Lanka's sovereignty and Port City Commission Bill - an analysis,5/18/2021,Op-ed/Special Reports,Debate on the bill is scheduled for this week,Sri Lanka's sovereignty and Port City Commission Bill - an analysis Debate on the bill is scheduled for this week,positive,0.954657197
"Sri Lanka PMI shows manufacturing, services drop in April",5/18/2021,Business,Covid-19 third wave hits activity except hotels ,"Sri Lanka PMI shows manufacturing, services drop in April Covid-19 third wave hits activity except hotels ",negative,-0.959102988
Isolated/locked down areas in Sri Lanka to control Coronavirus (May 21),5/18/2021,Health,Mullativu added from 2300 hours May 17,Isolated/locked down areas in Sri Lanka to control Coronavirus (May 21) Mullativu added from 2300 hours May 17,negative,-0.952847481
"Sri Lanka re-imposes curfew-style Covid-19 controls from May 21, 2433 cases confirmed",5/17/2021,Health,There will be a break on May 25,"Sri Lanka re-imposes curfew-style Covid-19 controls from May 21, 2433 cases confirmed There will be a break on May 25",negative,-0.978701711
Sri Lanka rupee ends around 199/208 levels to one-month dollar,5/17/2021,Bonds & Forex,Short-tenor bond maturities eased marginally.,Sri Lanka rupee ends around 199/208 levels to one-month dollar Short-tenor bond maturities eased marginally.,negative,-0.988091469
Sri Lanka stocks end 1.82-pct higher,5/17/2021,Markets,"ASPI pushed up by LOLC Holdings, Expolanka and John Keells Holdings.","Sri Lanka stocks end 1.82-pct higher ASPI pushed up by LOLC Holdings, Expolanka and John Keells Holdings.",negative,-0.954876781
Only cargo flights from India have landed in Sri Lanka since COVID-19 travel ban: official,5/17/2021,Health,Sumanasekara added that flight radar does not give passenger details.,Only cargo flights from India have landed in Sri Lanka since COVID-19 travel ban: official Sumanasekara added that flight radar does not give passenger details.,negative,-0.99893707
Sri Lanka Transport Board deploys buses in view of ongoing railway strike,5/17/2021,Transport,Two trade unions of the Sri Lanka Railways launched a strike this morning.,Sri Lanka Transport Board deploys buses in view of ongoing railway strike Two trade unions of the Sri Lanka Railways launched a strike this morning.,negative,-0.967042923
"Chairman of Laksala, Salusala Sri Lanka Pradeep Gunawardena dies of COVID-19",5/17/2021,Health,Gunawardena was receiving treatment at the Sir John Kotelawala Defence University hospital at the time of death.,"Chairman of Laksala, Salusala Sri Lanka Pradeep Gunawardena dies of COVID-19 Gunawardena was receiving treatment at the Sir John Kotelawala Defence University hospital at the time of death.",negative,-0.994963288
"Sri Lanka's China-run port sees record vehicle transshipment to Mexico, South Africa, EU",5/17/2021,Logistics,"Vehicles arrived from Chennai, Mundra, Ennore in India and Gunsan and Pyeongtaek in South Korea","Sri Lanka's China-run port sees record vehicle transshipment to Mexico, South Africa, EU Vehicles arrived from Chennai, Mundra, Ennore in India and Gunsan and Pyeongtaek in South Korea",positive,0.955101848
Sri Lanka to issue home treatment guidelines for asymptomatic COVID-19 cases,5/17/2021,Health,"Patients developing respiratory difficulties will be hospitalized, the minister told reporters.","Sri Lanka to issue home treatment guidelines for asymptomatic COVID-19 cases Patients developing respiratory difficulties will be hospitalized, the minister told reporters.",negative,-0.992896497
"Public Security Minister calls CID report on Sri Lanka AG's ""last-minute"" statement",5/17/2021,Politics,De Livera is expected to retire at the end of this month.,"Public Security Minister calls CID report on Sri Lanka AG's ""last-minute"" statement De Livera is expected to retire at the end of this month.",negative,-0.99774617
Sri Lanka foreign TV commercial tax allowed in one month slot,5/17/2021,Economy,"In a gazette notice a one month license for Rs100,000 was introduced ","Sri Lanka foreign TV commercial tax allowed in one month slot In a gazette notice a one month license for Rs100,000 was introduced ",negative,-0.988793314
"Sri Lanka confirms 2,275 Coronavirus cases, 21 Covid-19 deaths",5/17/2021,Health,"With the latest deaths, the total went up to 962. Among the dead was a 37 year old man from Bandarawela.","Sri Lanka confirms 2,275 Coronavirus cases, 21 Covid-19 deaths With the latest deaths, the total went up to 962. Among the dead was a 37 year old man from Bandarawela.",negative,-0.922413766
Sri Lanka suspends banks from buying ISBs until further notice,5/17/2021,Economy,To save foreign exchange,Sri Lanka suspends banks from buying ISBs until further notice To save foreign exchange,negative,-0.998351455
Sri Lanka export firms to run with workers from outside Covid-19 lockdown areas,5/16/2021,Business,Export firms should operate a bio-secure bubble by ensuring secure transport and accommodation,Sri Lanka export firms to run with workers from outside Covid-19 lockdown areas Export firms should operate a bio-secure bubble by ensuring secure transport and accommodation,positive,0.956883907
"Sri Lanka to keep Coronavirus patients at home, 2,386 confirmed, 20 new Covid-19 deaths",5/16/2021,Health,"""If symptoms worsen needing medical care they will be admitted to hospital.""","Sri Lanka to keep Coronavirus patients at home, 2,386 confirmed, 20 new Covid-19 deaths ""If symptoms worsen needing medical care they will be admitted to hospital.""",negative,-0.996239185
SriLankan aircraft MRO teams up with UK firm for freighter conversions,5/15/2021,Aviation,The first PTF conversion was on an Airbus A320 belonging to FitsAir.,SriLankan aircraft MRO teams up with UK firm for freighter conversions The first PTF conversion was on an Airbus A320 belonging to FitsAir.,negative,-0.977714181
"Sri Lanka confirms 2,269 Coronavirus patients, Covid-19 deaths climb to 29",5/15/2021,Health,Sri Lanka Medical Association had warned of a rise in deaths,"Sri Lanka confirms 2,269 Coronavirus patients, Covid-19 deaths climb to 29 Sri Lanka Medical Association had warned of a rise in deaths",negative,-0.948799014
"Tropical depression in Southeast Arabian sea, Sri Lanka fisherfolk, navy personnel warned",5/14/2021,Weather and Climate,"It is very likely to intensify into deep depression within next 12 hours, it added.","Tropical depression in Southeast Arabian sea, Sri Lanka fisherfolk, navy personnel warned It is very likely to intensify into deep depression within next 12 hours, it added.",negative,-0.978883326
"Put lives before economy, former Sri Lanka PM urges govt",5/14/2021,Health,"“Any damage to the economy can be recovered. We cannot recover lost lives,” he said.","Put lives before economy, former Sri Lanka PM urges govt “Any damage to the economy can be recovered. We cannot recover lost lives,” he said.",negative,-0.989154756
"Sri Lanka floods, landslides kill two, fresh warnings as river waters rise",5/14/2021,Environment,"Water levels are rising in Kelani, Kalu, Nilwala, Gin Rivergs and Attanagalu Oya","Sri Lanka floods, landslides kill two, fresh warnings as river waters rise Water levels are rising in Kelani, Kalu, Nilwala, Gin Rivergs and Attanagalu Oya",negative,-0.993499517
"Recall retired doctors, nurses to combat COVID-19, Sri Lanka opposition SJB tells govt",5/14/2021,Health,"“You need people to lift weight at the gym,” the MP said.","Recall retired doctors, nurses to combat COVID-19, Sri Lanka opposition SJB tells govt “You need people to lift weight at the gym,” the MP said.",negative,-0.936122715
Women can take health decisions within family to help fight COVID-19: Sri Lanka minister,5/14/2021,Health,"“It is the mother that makes health decisions in a family, and it is her decisions that safeguard the family’s healt...","Women can take health decisions within family to help fight COVID-19: Sri Lanka minister “It is the mother that makes health decisions in a family, and it is her decisions that safeguard the family’s healt...",positive,0.998873889
Sri Lanka gets US$80.5mn from World Bank to buy Coronavirus vaccines,5/14/2021,Economy,The lender has provided US$298mn to fight the pandemic,Sri Lanka gets US$80.5mn from World Bank to buy Coronavirus vaccines The lender has provided US$298mn to fight the pandemic,negative,-0.980471909
Sri Lanka to subsidize farmers and consumers if fertilizer ban hits yields,5/14/2021,Economy,"""The President said that the government is ready to bear the cost to ensure that the consumers can purchase rice for exi","Sri Lanka to subsidize farmers and consumers if fertilizer ban hits yields ""The President said that the government is ready to bear the cost to ensure that the consumers can purchase rice for exi",negative,-0.590588331
Sri Lanka state fails in the core business: administration of justice,5/14/2021,Arthashasthra,Sri Lanka presents a façade of a functioning legal system,Sri Lanka state fails in the core business: administration of justice Sri Lanka presents a façade of a functioning legal system,negative,-0.998761296
"Sri Lanka confirms 2,269 Coronavirus cases, Covid-19 deaths 24",5/14/2021,Health,"By the end of the day on May 13, 26,126 Coronavirus patients were under medical care after 1,145 were discharged.","Sri Lanka confirms 2,269 Coronavirus cases, Covid-19 deaths 24 By the end of the day on May 13, 26,126 Coronavirus patients were under medical care after 1,145 were discharged.",negative,-0.892087162
"Get specialist opinion before getting jabbed, Sri Lanka MoH tells chronic patients",5/13/2021,Health,"""Sputik V is not recommended for people with severe allergic reactions and other underlying conditions,” she said.","Get specialist opinion before getting jabbed, Sri Lanka MoH tells chronic patients ""Sputik V is not recommended for people with severe allergic reactions and other underlying conditions,” she said.",negative,-0.998990476
Sri Lanka extends resident and tourists visas for 60 days amid anti-Coronavirus controls,5/13/2021,Business,Visas extended without penalty,Sri Lanka extends resident and tourists visas for 60 days amid anti-Coronavirus controls Visas extended without penalty,negative,-0.819784641
Sri Lanka rupee remains unchanged around 199/208 levels to one-month dollar,5/13/2021,Bonds & Forex,Yields steady.,Sri Lanka rupee remains unchanged around 199/208 levels to one-month dollar Yields steady.,positive,0.989740252
Killing of suspects in police custody: Sri Lanka Bar Association calls for investigation,5/13/2021,Crime,"Such deaths will tarnish Sri Lanka’s image, the BASL said.","Killing of suspects in police custody: Sri Lanka Bar Association calls for investigation Such deaths will tarnish Sri Lanka’s image, the BASL said.",negative,-0.994901657
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,5/13/2021,Markets,"ASPI being pushed up by Nestle Lanka, Ceylon Tobacco Company and Browns Investments.","Sri Lanka stocks end higher ASPI being pushed up by Nestle Lanka, Ceylon Tobacco Company and Browns Investments.",negative,-0.972614467
"Heavy rainfall forecast for Sri Lanka's Western, South Western provinces",5/13/2021,Weather and Climate,"The Met Department has forecast rainfall over 100mm for the Western, Sabaragamua and Central provinces.","Heavy rainfall forecast for Sri Lanka's Western, South Western provinces The Met Department has forecast rainfall over 100mm for the Western, Sabaragamua and Central provinces.",negative,-0.932138681
Sri Lanka to run long-distance office trains for essential workers,5/13/2021,Business,Employers asked to only the bare minimum workers,Sri Lanka to run long-distance office trains for essential workers Employers asked to only the bare minimum workers,negative,-0.963657618
"""Illegal"" Indian family arrested in Sri Lanka amid calls for tighter border control",5/13/2021,Health,This is the third family Sri Lanka police has arrested for alleged illegal migration to the island.,"""Illegal"" Indian family arrested in Sri Lanka amid calls for tighter border control This is the third family Sri Lanka police has arrested for alleged illegal migration to the island.",negative,-0.985085607
Sri Lanka Air Force to produce high flow oxygen units for Covid-19 patients,5/13/2021,Business,The Air Force was planning to produce 50 machines and was ready to make more,Sri Lanka Air Force to produce high flow oxygen units for Covid-19 patients The Air Force was planning to produce 50 machines and was ready to make more,positive,0.944693923
Sri Lanka's Prime Residencies raises Rs1.95bn from IPO,5/13/2021,Markets,Prime Group has been in the real estate industry for over 25 years.,Sri Lanka's Prime Residencies raises Rs1.95bn from IPO Prime Group has been in the real estate industry for over 25 years.,positive,0.943921447
NIC pass not valid during Sri Lanka's unofficial weekend-lockdown: police,5/13/2021,Health,The move amounts to an unofficial lockdown which cannot be called a curfew without a state of emergency being declared.,NIC pass not valid during Sri Lanka's unofficial weekend-lockdown: police The move amounts to an unofficial lockdown which cannot be called a curfew without a state of emergency being declared.,negative,-0.999318242
Alleged Sri Lankan gang leader killed in police shooting; inquiry under way,5/13/2021,Crime,This is the second time this week an alleged underworld leader was killed while in police custody,Alleged Sri Lankan gang leader killed in police shooting; inquiry under way This is the second time this week an alleged underworld leader was killed while in police custody,negative,-0.982963681
Sri Lanka state workers take 86 cents of every tax rupee home in Covid-19 pandemic,5/13/2021,Economy,Under 'revenue based fiscal consolidation' state sector was expanded and salaries raised over several years,Sri Lanka state workers take 86 cents of every tax rupee home in Covid-19 pandemic Under 'revenue based fiscal consolidation' state sector was expanded and salaries raised over several years,negative,-0.882865667
Sri Lanka rupee quoted around 199.90/208 levels to one-month dollar,5/13/2021,Bonds & Forex,Yields remain steady.,Sri Lanka rupee quoted around 199.90/208 levels to one-month dollar Yields remain steady.,positive,0.968812704
Several countries slap travel bans on Sri Lanka as COVID-19 cases continue to spike,5/13/2021,Health,The ban came into effect yesterday as a result of rising COVID-19 cases in the island.,Several countries slap travel bans on Sri Lanka as COVID-19 cases continue to spike The ban came into effect yesterday as a result of rising COVID-19 cases in the island.,negative,-0.990501285
"Sri Lanka confirms 2,386 Coronavirus patients, 18 deaths as controls tightened",5/13/2021,Health,Public to travel out based on ID numbers. Nightly curfew-like restriction,"Sri Lanka confirms 2,386 Coronavirus patients, 18 deaths as controls tightened Public to travel out based on ID numbers. Nightly curfew-like restriction",negative,-0.978356898
Sri Lanka sells Rs19.5bn of Treasury bonds,5/13/2021,Bonds & Forex,Yields close to secondary market,Sri Lanka sells Rs19.5bn of Treasury bonds Yields close to secondary market,negative,-0.939319968
"Only one case of Indian B.1.617 strain in Sri Lanka so far, but threat persists: official",5/12/2021,Health,"The Indian strain, which has caused much devastation across the Palk Strait, poses a threat to Sri Lanka too.","Only one case of Indian B.1.617 strain in Sri Lanka so far, but threat persists: official The Indian strain, which has caused much devastation across the Palk Strait, poses a threat to Sri Lanka too.",negative,-0.989455998
Sri Lanka's Muslims to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr this Friday: ACJU,5/12/2021,Religion,"However, festival celebrations will be muted this year due to a spike in COVID-19 cases in the country","Sri Lanka's Muslims to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr this Friday: ACJU However, festival celebrations will be muted this year due to a spike in COVID-19 cases in the country",negative,-0.998213053
Sri Lanka rupee closes around 199/208 levels to one-month dollar,5/12/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields remain unchanged.,Sri Lanka rupee closes around 199/208 levels to one-month dollar Bond yields remain unchanged.,negative,-0.980332911
Sri Lanka stocks end  slightly higher,5/12/2021,Bonds & Forex,"ASPI pushed up by Ceylinco Insurance, John Keells Holdings and Melstacorp Plc.","Sri Lanka stocks end  slightly higher ASPI pushed up by Ceylinco Insurance, John Keells Holdings and Melstacorp Plc.",negative,-0.886273026
Sri Lanka to go into lockdown in all but name with stringent movement restrictions,5/12/2021,Health,Seemingly contradictory statements about restrictions released this afternoon led to much confusion,Sri Lanka to go into lockdown in all but name with stringent movement restrictions Seemingly contradictory statements about restrictions released this afternoon led to much confusion,negative,-0.997157097
"Sri Lanka expecting 600,000 more doses of Sputnik V over next two weeks: Minister",5/12/2021,Health,"""We were able to administer 11,334 of it in the Gothatuwa area successfully,"" the state minister said.","Sri Lanka expecting 600,000 more doses of Sputnik V over next two weeks: Minister ""We were able to administer 11,334 of it in the Gothatuwa area successfully,"" the state minister said.",negative,-0.551752508
Sri Lanka to quarantine all arrivals irrespective of vaccination status,5/12/2021,Health,Foreigners are to be quarantined at a quarantine hotel or a level 1 certified hotel.,Sri Lanka to quarantine all arrivals irrespective of vaccination status Foreigners are to be quarantined at a quarantine hotel or a level 1 certified hotel.,positive,0.790335536
Sri Lanka slaps country-wide travel ban to contain coronavirus surge,5/12/2021,Health,Govt. stops dithering and takes action to contain the fast-spreading Covid-19 wave; total deaths reach 850,Sri Lanka slaps country-wide travel ban to contain coronavirus surge Govt. stops dithering and takes action to contain the fast-spreading Covid-19 wave; total deaths reach 850,negative,-0.998402417
Sri Lanka rupee bid closes at 199.90 to US dollar in spot and forward markets,5/12/2021,Bonds & Forex,Only spot offers were quoted up to 6-months.,Sri Lanka rupee bid closes at 199.90 to US dollar in spot and forward markets Only spot offers were quoted up to 6-months.,negative,-0.992833018
Sri Lanka’s Asia Asset Finance credit rating outlook revised to stable: ICRA,5/11/2021,Finance,Credit rating agency ICRA Lanka has revised the sub-prime lender's BBB+ credit rating outlook to stable from negative,Sri Lanka’s Asia Asset Finance credit rating outlook revised to stable: ICRA Credit rating agency ICRA Lanka has revised the sub-prime lender's BBB+ credit rating outlook to stable from negative,negative,-0.990124047
Sri Lanka stocks end marginally higher,5/11/2021,Markets,Parcel trade contributed 6 per cent to the turnover.,Sri Lanka stocks end marginally higher Parcel trade contributed 6 per cent to the turnover.,negative,-0.971827388
"Sri Lanka needs wider lockdowns; waiting list for ICU, non-Covid-19 patients dying: SLMA",5/11/2021,Health,"""Unless action is instituted today, there will be an exponential rise of cases followed by a surge""","Sri Lanka needs wider lockdowns; waiting list for ICU, non-Covid-19 patients dying: SLMA ""Unless action is instituted today, there will be an exponential rise of cases followed by a surge""",negative,-0.993616819
Sri Lanka to borrow US$200m from ADB to upgrade rural roads,5/11/2021,Construction and Real Estate,It is a tranche of a $900 million project.,Sri Lanka to borrow US$200m from ADB to upgrade rural roads It is a tranche of a $900 million project.,negative,-0.991185248
Sri Lanka's govt medical officers seek clarification on IHME projections: Minister,5/11/2021,Health,"The GMOA has questioned the basis on which the IHME had arrived at its “speculation”, the minster said.","Sri Lanka's govt medical officers seek clarification on IHME projections: Minister The GMOA has questioned the basis on which the IHME had arrived at its “speculation”, the minster said.",negative,-0.997782886
Opp leader yet to inform govt of any int'l aid he secured for Sri Lanka: Minister,5/11/2021,Health,"“If the opposition does have such connections, the government will happily accept their assistance.”","Opp leader yet to inform govt of any int'l aid he secured for Sri Lanka: Minister “If the opposition does have such connections, the government will happily accept their assistance.”",positive,0.878592968
Sri Lanka rupee bid at 199.90 to US dollar in spot and forward markets,5/11/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bank offering dollars at 202 in currency and telegraphic transfers,Sri Lanka rupee bid at 199.90 to US dollar in spot and forward markets Bank offering dollars at 202 in currency and telegraphic transfers,negative,-0.982625723
No inter-province travel in Sri Lanka till May 30 effective midnight tonight: Army,5/11/2021,Health,A statement from the president’s office last night was unclear about when the ban would come into effect.,No inter-province travel in Sri Lanka till May 30 effective midnight tonight: Army A statement from the president’s office last night was unclear about when the ban would come into effect.,negative,-0.997485757
Sri Lanka eyes 3mn Sinopharm Covid-19 doses to ramp up Coronavirus vaccination drive,5/11/2021,Health,"Another 85,000 Sputnik vaccine doses expected soon","Sri Lanka eyes 3mn Sinopharm Covid-19 doses to ramp up Coronavirus vaccination drive Another 85,000 Sputnik vaccine doses expected soon",negative,-0.992987573
"Sri Lanka confirms 2,624 Coronavirus cases, 3-month baby among  26 Covid-19 fatalities",5/11/2021,Health,Deaths reported rose to a new high of 26 taking the total to 827,"Sri Lanka confirms 2,624 Coronavirus cases, 3-month baby among  26 Covid-19 fatalities Deaths reported rose to a new high of 26 taking the total to 827",negative,-0.945733964
Sri Lanka imposes inter-province travel restrictions in effort to contain COVID-19,5/10/2021,Health,"Adhering to health guidelines will contribute towards the public’s health and well-being, the statement said.","Sri Lanka imposes inter-province travel restrictions in effort to contain COVID-19 Adhering to health guidelines will contribute towards the public’s health and well-being, the statement said.",positive,0.997882783
"Sri Lanka to purchase 900,000 doses of Pfizer-BionTech COVID-19 vaccine in July",5/10/2021,Health,"The Pfizer-BionTech jab has shown an efficacy of 95% against symptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infection, the WHO said.","Sri Lanka to purchase 900,000 doses of Pfizer-BionTech COVID-19 vaccine in July The Pfizer-BionTech jab has shown an efficacy of 95% against symptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infection, the WHO said.",positive,0.969518781
Sri Lanka's Dept of Motor Traffic further suspends services due to COVID-19,5/10/2021,Health,"Driving licenses expiring between April 01 and September 01 have been extended for six months, he said","Sri Lanka's Dept of Motor Traffic further suspends services due to COVID-19 Driving licenses expiring between April 01 and September 01 have been extended for six months, he said",negative,-0.99835974
Sri Lanka will not go into lockdown but travel restrictions may be imposed: Report,5/10/2021,Health,"The decision was taken based on the recommendation of experts, the army chief said.","Sri Lanka will not go into lockdown but travel restrictions may be imposed: Report The decision was taken based on the recommendation of experts, the army chief said.",negative,-0.896077573
Sri Lanka stock closes 1.5-pct lower,5/10/2021,Markets,"ASPI pushed down by LOLC, BIL and Distilleries.","Sri Lanka stock closes 1.5-pct lower ASPI pushed down by LOLC, BIL and Distilleries.",negative,-0.998943627
"Call all-party conference to discuss Sri Lanka's COVID-19 crisis, opposition SJB asks govt",5/10/2021,Health,"The opposition will extend its fullest support to the government to manage the crisis, he said.","Call all-party conference to discuss Sri Lanka's COVID-19 crisis, opposition SJB asks govt The opposition will extend its fullest support to the government to manage the crisis, he said.",negative,-0.809882462
"Sri Lanka rupee down to 202 to spot dollar, one month offered at 208",5/10/2021,Bonds & Forex,Rupees for import set at 202 under a new ceiling,"Sri Lanka rupee down to 202 to spot dollar, one month offered at 208 Rupees for import set at 202 under a new ceiling",negative,-0.989746332
"Over 7,500 Sri Lankans have received Sinopharm, Sputnik V vaccines against COVID-19",5/10/2021,Health,"3,169 and 4,381 Sri Lankans have received the Chinese and Russian vaccines respectively","Over 7,500 Sri Lankans have received Sinopharm, Sputnik V vaccines against COVID-19 3,169 and 4,381 Sri Lankans have received the Chinese and Russian vaccines respectively",negative,-0.893572152
Cabinet must take over Sri Lanka's COVID-19 management: former PM Wickremesinghe,5/10/2021,Health,"“We’re at a decisive juncture,"" he said","Cabinet must take over Sri Lanka's COVID-19 management: former PM Wickremesinghe “We’re at a decisive juncture,"" he said",positive,0.998990595
Sri Lanka inks US$500mn deal with Korea for Eximbank finance,5/10/2021,Economy,Export Import Bank of Korea will give loans of up to 40-year payback with 10-year grace at rates of 0.15-0.2-pct,Sri Lanka inks US$500mn deal with Korea for Eximbank finance Export Import Bank of Korea will give loans of up to 40-year payback with 10-year grace at rates of 0.15-0.2-pct,negative,-0.930274606
UNP goes into self-imposed lockdown amid Sri Lanka's COVID-19 surge,5/10/2021,Health,All public meetings and media events will temporarily suspended,UNP goes into self-imposed lockdown amid Sri Lanka's COVID-19 surge All public meetings and media events will temporarily suspended,negative,-0.999134004
"Police arrest 7,316 Sri Lankans for alleged non-compliance of quarantine regulations",5/10/2021,Health,Rohana said in a statement that 351 people were arrested in raids conducted yesterday,"Police arrest 7,316 Sri Lankans for alleged non-compliance of quarantine regulations Rohana said in a statement that 351 people were arrested in raids conducted yesterday",negative,-0.986266375
Sri Lanka's non-credible peg to US dollar devalued to 202 amid LC struggle,5/10/2021,Bonds & Forex,Banks were struggling to settle LCs on time at the fixed rate amid excess liquidity,Sri Lanka's non-credible peg to US dollar devalued to 202 amid LC struggle Banks were struggling to settle LCs on time at the fixed rate amid excess liquidity,negative,-0.998932898
Sri Lanka allows import of some agro-chemicals under license,5/10/2021,Agriculture,The new rules apply to bills of lading and airway bills dated May 06 or after.,Sri Lanka allows import of some agro-chemicals under license The new rules apply to bills of lading and airway bills dated May 06 or after.,negative,-0.93951118
Sri Lanka's CPC hit by Rs21.8bn forex loss due to soft-peg,5/10/2021,Economy,CPC had bank borrowings of Rs318bn or 2.5-pct of GDP with the central govt already running a 101-pct of GDP debt,Sri Lanka's CPC hit by Rs21.8bn forex loss due to soft-peg CPC had bank borrowings of Rs318bn or 2.5-pct of GDP with the central govt already running a 101-pct of GDP debt,negative,-0.999052703
"Sri Lanka confirms 2,672 Coronavirus cases in new high, total Covid-19 deaths top 800",5/9/2021,Health,"The Health Ministry said 20,657 patients were under medical care by 2025 hours on May 09 up from 17,985","Sri Lanka confirms 2,672 Coronavirus cases in new high, total Covid-19 deaths top 800 The Health Ministry said 20,657 patients were under medical care by 2025 hours on May 09 up from 17,985",negative,-0.94629842
Sri Lanka governance activist calls on professional groups to speak up over ad hoc policy,5/9/2021,Legal,"He said concerns over upholding of rule of law, democratic rights, right to information and justice","Sri Lanka governance activist calls on professional groups to speak up over ad hoc policy He said concerns over upholding of rule of law, democratic rights, right to information and justice",positive,0.9735834
Sri Lanka industry leader Ajith Wattuhewa passes away,5/9/2021,Culture,Wattuhewa had set up the SAARC Trade promotion Network.( SAARC TPN) for trade issues. ,Sri Lanka industry leader Ajith Wattuhewa passes away Wattuhewa had set up the SAARC Trade promotion Network.( SAARC TPN) for trade issues. ,negative,-0.99255836
Sri Lanka students seeking overseas education sees change in Covid-19,5/9/2021,Business,"Over 21,000 students are based overseas on higher education each year,","Sri Lanka students seeking overseas education sees change in Covid-19 Over 21,000 students are based overseas on higher education each year,",positive,0.947921216
Sri Lanka bans blending of coconut oil,5/9/2021,Economy,"This Direction shall come into effect from 07th May, 2021","Sri Lanka bans blending of coconut oil This Direction shall come into effect from 07th May, 2021",negative,-0.955337465
Sri Lanka sets LPG import tax at 'concessionary' 7.5-pct a tonne,5/9/2021,Economy,The tax will remain in effect until prices reach 325 dollars a tonne,Sri Lanka sets LPG import tax at 'concessionary' 7.5-pct a tonne The tax will remain in effect until prices reach 325 dollars a tonne,negative,-0.986267209
"Sri Lanka eyes Coronavirus home management, Covid-19 deaths rise to 22",5/9/2021,Health,"""If the patients number continues to increase there may come a time where patients need to stay at home""","Sri Lanka eyes Coronavirus home management, Covid-19 deaths rise to 22 ""If the patients number continues to increase there may come a time where patients need to stay at home""",negative,-0.998203754
Sri Lanka forex reserves up US$471mn in April after China loan,5/8/2021,Economy,In April Sri Lanka got a 500 million US dollar loan from China Development Bank.,Sri Lanka forex reserves up US$471mn in April after China loan In April Sri Lanka got a 500 million US dollar loan from China Development Bank.,negative,-0.968791962
Sri Lanka finds Indian Coronavirus variant inside quarantine,5/8/2021,Health,A UK variant has triggered a third wave putting pressure on hospitals,Sri Lanka finds Indian Coronavirus variant inside quarantine A UK variant has triggered a third wave putting pressure on hospitals,negative,-0.997024119
China looking at Sri Lanka to fill and finish Sinopharm Covid-19 vaccines,5/8/2021,Business,World Health Organization has approved the emergency use of Sinopharm vaccine ,China looking at Sri Lanka to fill and finish Sinopharm Covid-19 vaccines World Health Organization has approved the emergency use of Sinopharm vaccine ,negative,-0.824619234
"Sri Lanka fertilizer ban haphazard, modern tech, risk management the answer: researcher",5/8/2021,Op-ed/Special Reports,Outright chemical fertilizer ban may have negative consequences,"Sri Lanka fertilizer ban haphazard, modern tech, risk management the answer: researcher Outright chemical fertilizer ban may have negative consequences",negative,-0.999415874
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths hit new high of 19, Covid-19 cases 1,914",5/8/2021,Health,"Patients in treatment centres and hospitals rose to 16,916 as authorities scrambled to add new hospital beds","Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths hit new high of 19, Covid-19 cases 1,914 Patients in treatment centres and hospitals rose to 16,916 as authorities scrambled to add new hospital beds",negative,-0.995866895
Sri Lanka rupee ends around 199.90/208 levels to one-month dollar,5/7/2021,Bonds & Forex,Intra-day small deals were done at 199.90 levels in the spot market today.,Sri Lanka rupee ends around 199.90/208 levels to one-month dollar Intra-day small deals were done at 199.90 levels in the spot market today.,negative,-0.980148971
Sri Lanka may go into lockdown if situation calls for it: State Minister Fernandopulle,5/7/2021,Health,"“We cannot agree to a lockdown unless there is an express scientific need for it,” she said.","Sri Lanka may go into lockdown if situation calls for it: State Minister Fernandopulle “We cannot agree to a lockdown unless there is an express scientific need for it,” she said.",negative,-0.992284238
Sri Lanka approves Pfizer-BionTech jab for emergency use; five million doses ordered,5/7/2021,Health,The WHO approved the Pfizer jab for emergency use on December 31 last year.,Sri Lanka approves Pfizer-BionTech jab for emergency use; five million doses ordered The WHO approved the Pfizer jab for emergency use on December 31 last year.,negative,-0.837897897
Sri Lanka stocks close higher,5/7/2021,Markets,"ASPI pushed up by LOLC Holdings, Hayleys Plc and Vallibel.","Sri Lanka stocks close higher ASPI pushed up by LOLC Holdings, Hayleys Plc and Vallibel.",negative,-0.883216381
Sri Lanka PM flags off Rs54bn Ruwanpura Expressway,5/7/2021,Business,The 54.7 billon contract was awarded to Sri Lanka-based Maga Construction. ,Sri Lanka PM flags off Rs54bn Ruwanpura Expressway The 54.7 billon contract was awarded to Sri Lanka-based Maga Construction. ,negative,-0.99153477
WHO chief to help Sri Lanka secure more AstraZeneca: President Rajapaksa,5/7/2021,Health,"Tedros will “make effort to fulfill Sri Lanka’s need” for the doses, the president said.","WHO chief to help Sri Lanka secure more AstraZeneca: President Rajapaksa Tedros will “make effort to fulfill Sri Lanka’s need” for the doses, the president said.",positive,0.997857153
"Schools, universities, tutories to remain shut in Sri Lanka amid COVID-19 resurgance",5/7/2021,Education,"""Students' health is priority at the moment,"" Peiris told reporters today.","Schools, universities, tutories to remain shut in Sri Lanka amid COVID-19 resurgance ""Students' health is priority at the moment,"" Peiris told reporters today.",negative,-0.981848717
Sri Lanka ruling party MP dismissive of coalition partner's electoral prospects,5/7/2021,Politics,The apparent cold war between the SLPP and SLFP hotting up,Sri Lanka ruling party MP dismissive of coalition partner's electoral prospects The apparent cold war between the SLPP and SLFP hotting up,negative,-0.999265254
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus test delays dangerous, hire retirees to battle Covid-19: PHI union",5/7/2021,Health,"Due to the delay their test result, their second level contacts will still be roaming in the community: Union Secy","Sri Lanka Coronavirus test delays dangerous, hire retirees to battle Covid-19: PHI union Due to the delay their test result, their second level contacts will still be roaming in the community: Union Secy",negative,-0.989983678
Sri Lanka reclassifies some sovereign bonds as domestic debt,5/7/2021,Economy,"About 14 billion US dollars of ISB now also had a market value of 7,613 million dollars","Sri Lanka reclassifies some sovereign bonds as domestic debt About 14 billion US dollars of ISB now also had a market value of 7,613 million dollars",negative,-0.929005265
Army converts apparel factory into COVID-19 facility as Sri Lanka scrambles for beds,5/6/2021,Health,State Minister Dr Sudarshini Fernadopulle told EconomyNext today that bed capacity is “almost full”.,Army converts apparel factory into COVID-19 facility as Sri Lanka scrambles for beds State Minister Dr Sudarshini Fernadopulle told EconomyNext today that bed capacity is “almost full”.,negative,-0.971042633
Sri Lanka rupee ends around 199/208 levels to one-month dollar,5/6/2021,Bonds & Forex,Rupee hits 208 levels.,Sri Lanka rupee ends around 199/208 levels to one-month dollar Rupee hits 208 levels.,negative,-0.987498462
Sri Lanka's participation in UN peacekeeping missions must not be weakened: UNP,5/6/2021,International Relations,"There is scope for further involvement in future contingents, the UNP said.","Sri Lanka's participation in UN peacekeeping missions must not be weakened: UNP There is scope for further involvement in future contingents, the UNP said.",positive,0.971914649
Sri Lanka stocks close higher,5/6/2021,Markets,Browns Investments pushes ASPI's gain.,Sri Lanka stocks close higher Browns Investments pushes ASPI's gain.,positive,0.994202554
Sri Lanka Met Dept issues lightning warning,5/6/2021,Weather and Climate,"Heavy rainfall above 100mm can be expected in several provinces, the department said.","Sri Lanka Met Dept issues lightning warning Heavy rainfall above 100mm can be expected in several provinces, the department said.",negative,-0.957917154
"Sri Lanka welcomes 4,100 tourists in April, India leads",5/6/2021,Business,India and China leads arrivals,"Sri Lanka welcomes 4,100 tourists in April, India leads India and China leads arrivals",positive,0.999300003
Updated list of locked down/isolated areas in Sri Lanka (May 17),5/6/2021,Health,A regularly updated list of all locked down or isolated areas in Sri Lanka,Updated list of locked down/isolated areas in Sri Lanka (May 17) A regularly updated list of all locked down or isolated areas in Sri Lanka,positive,0.904315591
"Sri Lanka to rely on Sputnik V, as search continues for more AstraZeneca",5/6/2021,Health,"""We can inoculate at least half that number with Sputnik V,” he said.","Sri Lanka to rely on Sputnik V, as search continues for more AstraZeneca ""We can inoculate at least half that number with Sputnik V,” he said.",negative,-0.998300135
"Sri Lanka finances 13.9-pct of GDP budget deficit in 2020, stated as 11.1-pct",5/6/2021,Economy,The overall budget deficit is listed as 11.1-percent of GDP by transporting 2.8-pct of GDP payments in to the past,"Sri Lanka finances 13.9-pct of GDP budget deficit in 2020, stated as 11.1-pct The overall budget deficit is listed as 11.1-percent of GDP by transporting 2.8-pct of GDP payments in to the past",negative,-0.974737227
Sri Lanka restricts inbound passengers from India as COVID-19 cases surge,5/6/2021,Health,"""Aircraft, cargo and seafarers will keep coming but they will not be allowed to disembark,"" he said.","Sri Lanka restricts inbound passengers from India as COVID-19 cases surge ""Aircraft, cargo and seafarers will keep coming but they will not be allowed to disembark,"" he said.",positive,0.979813874
Sri Lanka rupee quoted wider at 199.75/208 levels to one-month dollar,5/6/2021,Bonds & Forex,Rupee hits 208 levels.,Sri Lanka rupee quoted wider at 199.75/208 levels to one-month dollar Rupee hits 208 levels.,negative,-0.98822099
Sri Lanka's outgoing Attorney General turns down diplomatic posting,5/6/2021,Legal,De Livera is expected to retire at the end of this month.,Sri Lanka's outgoing Attorney General turns down diplomatic posting De Livera is expected to retire at the end of this month.,negative,-0.998442829
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths climb to 14 a day, total cases 1,939 in new high",5/6/2021,Health,"A day earlier the total hospitalized climbed to 13,814","Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths climb to 14 a day, total cases 1,939 in new high A day earlier the total hospitalized climbed to 13,814",negative,-0.994654179
Sri Lanka to start Sputnik V rollout tomorrow: Minister,5/5/2021,Health,Fifteen thousand doses of the jab arrived in the island on May 04 for a trial rollout.,Sri Lanka to start Sputnik V rollout tomorrow: Minister Fifteen thousand doses of the jab arrived in the island on May 04 for a trial rollout.,positive,0.684629083
Sri Lanka rupee trades at 199.75 to spot dollar in moral suasion,5/5/2021,Bonds & Forex,Rupee closed without any bids.,Sri Lanka rupee trades at 199.75 to spot dollar in moral suasion Rupee closed without any bids.,negative,-0.990212381
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.64-pct higher,5/5/2021,Markets,Tobacco Company pushes ASPI's gain.,Sri Lanka stocks end 0.64-pct higher Tobacco Company pushes ASPI's gain.,negative,-0.842139781
Sri Lanka sells 77-pct of offered Treasuries at auction,5/5/2021,Bonds & Forex,Over the past three auctions the central bank has sold down its bill stock to Rs884bn from Rs904bn,Sri Lanka sells 77-pct of offered Treasuries at auction Over the past three auctions the central bank has sold down its bill stock to Rs884bn from Rs904bn,negative,-0.997646511
Sri Lanka sees hospitalization delays as authorities scramble new Covid-19 beds,5/5/2021,Health,"Most delays in Colombo, Kaluthara, Kurunegala, Gampaha and Matale districts.","Sri Lanka sees hospitalization delays as authorities scramble new Covid-19 beds Most delays in Colombo, Kaluthara, Kurunegala, Gampaha and Matale districts.",negative,-0.998340368
Sri Lanka appoints p'ment select committee to recommend electoral reforms,5/5/2021,Politics,"The committee will recommend amendments to the system as necessary, a statement said.","Sri Lanka appoints p'ment select committee to recommend electoral reforms The committee will recommend amendments to the system as necessary, a statement said.",positive,0.990098536
Sri Lanka's Dambulla vegetable exchange re-opened amid Coronavirus spike,5/5/2021,Agriculture,"The situation in his city has become serious (barapathala), Mayor Jaliya Opatha had said.","Sri Lanka's Dambulla vegetable exchange re-opened amid Coronavirus spike The situation in his city has become serious (barapathala), Mayor Jaliya Opatha had said.",negative,-0.975736737
USD 50 million allocated to repair fighter jets as COVID-19 rages: Sri Lanka Opp Leader,5/5/2021,Health,"The funds should be prioritised to combat the epidemic, said Premadasa","USD 50 million allocated to repair fighter jets as COVID-19 rages: Sri Lanka Opp Leader The funds should be prioritised to combat the epidemic, said Premadasa",negative,-0.997636795
Heated debate over detained Sri Lanka MP Rishad Bathuideen attending p'ment,5/5/2021,Politics,"“This has never happened in the history of this house,” MP Sumanthiran said.","Heated debate over detained Sri Lanka MP Rishad Bathuideen attending p'ment “This has never happened in the history of this house,” MP Sumanthiran said.",negative,-0.531582117
Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 199.95/207 to one month dollar,5/5/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields marginally down,Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 199.95/207 to one month dollar Bond yields marginally down,negative,-0.999571979
Sri Lanka seeks construction partnerships with Nepal,5/5/2021,Business,"Companies showcase expertise in green construction, urban infrastructure hydro-power, soil and geology, ","Sri Lanka seeks construction partnerships with Nepal Companies showcase expertise in green construction, urban infrastructure hydro-power, soil and geology, ",positive,0.994633555
"Sri Lanka to expand Coronavirus ICU, HDU beds, non-invasive ventilation in Covid-19 wave",5/5/2021,Health,"Total daily Coronavirus cases 1,914, domestic cases 1,860. ","Sri Lanka to expand Coronavirus ICU, HDU beds, non-invasive ventilation in Covid-19 wave Total daily Coronavirus cases 1,914, domestic cases 1,860. ",positive,0.64965713
"Bungalows, guesthouses, campsites in Sri Lanka barred for visitors",5/4/2021,Health,"Guidelines will be issued shortly on how to rebook, a statement said.","Bungalows, guesthouses, campsites in Sri Lanka barred for visitors Guidelines will be issued shortly on how to rebook, a statement said.",negative,-0.975785792
Govt denies undue political influence in relaxing Piliyandala lockdown,5/4/2021,Health,"""I have a right to speak up for my constituents,"" said Minister Gamini Lokuge","Govt denies undue political influence in relaxing Piliyandala lockdown ""I have a right to speak up for my constituents,"" said Minister Gamini Lokuge",negative,-0.984814107
Sri Lanka plans to vaccinate 63-pct of population by end 2021: Health Minister,5/4/2021,Health,National Medical Regulatory Authority would clear a vaccine if it was approved by two 'stringent' foreign regulators,Sri Lanka plans to vaccinate 63-pct of population by end 2021: Health Minister National Medical Regulatory Authority would clear a vaccine if it was approved by two 'stringent' foreign regulators,negative,-0.992929637
Sri Lanka stocks end 1-pct lower,5/4/2021,Markets,"ASPI dragged down by LOLC Holdings, Browns Investments and Brown and Company.","Sri Lanka stocks end 1-pct lower ASPI dragged down by LOLC Holdings, Browns Investments and Brown and Company.",negative,-0.999534607
Sri Lanka orders more oxygen cylinders in new Covid-19 wave,5/4/2021,Health,Plans are underway to increase the oxygen capacity in the country.,Sri Lanka orders more oxygen cylinders in new Covid-19 wave Plans are underway to increase the oxygen capacity in the country.,negative,-0.92320013
Sri Lanka hotels hit as Coronavirus wave crashes wedding season,5/4/2021,Business,Some hotels are operating as Covid treatment centres,Sri Lanka hotels hit as Coronavirus wave crashes wedding season Some hotels are operating as Covid treatment centres,negative,-0.99245137
Use Nelum Pokuna theatre to treat COVID-19 patients: Sri Lanka's ex health minister,5/4/2021,Health,Senaratne requested the government to not add beds for COVID-19 treatment to hospitals that provide tertiary care,Use Nelum Pokuna theatre to treat COVID-19 patients: Sri Lanka's ex health minister Senaratne requested the government to not add beds for COVID-19 treatment to hospitals that provide tertiary care,negative,-0.997029126
"Kenya unit of Sri Lanka's Hela Clothing switches to PPE, provides work in pandemic",5/4/2021,Apparel,"Hela Clothing creates over 2,000 jobs in Kenya during the pandemic","Kenya unit of Sri Lanka's Hela Clothing switches to PPE, provides work in pandemic Hela Clothing creates over 2,000 jobs in Kenya during the pandemic",positive,0.58925128
Sri Lanka to open 500 outdoor gyms at cost of Rs 625 million: cabinet spokesman,5/4/2021,Sports,"The move is expected to provide a catalyst for progress in the field of sports, the minister said.","Sri Lanka to open 500 outdoor gyms at cost of Rs 625 million: cabinet spokesman The move is expected to provide a catalyst for progress in the field of sports, the minister said.",positive,0.997100651
Sri Lanka parliament postpones controversial Port City bill debate: report,5/4/2021,Politics,Parliament has yet to receive the Supreme Court's verdict on the bill.,Sri Lanka parliament postpones controversial Port City bill debate: report Parliament has yet to receive the Supreme Court's verdict on the bill.,negative,-0.99574393
"Sri Lanka to bring forward GCE O/Level, A/Level exams to allow early university entrance",5/4/2021,Education,School students in Sri Lanka generally sit for GCE O/Ls and A/Ls at the ages 16 and 19 respectively.,"Sri Lanka to bring forward GCE O/Level, A/Level exams to allow early university entrance School students in Sri Lanka generally sit for GCE O/Ls and A/Ls at the ages 16 and 19 respectively.",positive,0.996061981
"15,000 doses of Sputnik V arrive in Sri Lanka for trial rollout",5/4/2021,Health,"""They’ll be supervising everything from the point they land in Sri Lanka,"" he said.","15,000 doses of Sputnik V arrive in Sri Lanka for trial rollout ""They’ll be supervising everything from the point they land in Sri Lanka,"" he said.",negative,-0.727762282
Sri Lanka rupee quoted narrower at 199.90/205 levels in one-month dollar,5/4/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Rupee narrower, bond yields flat.","Sri Lanka rupee quoted narrower at 199.90/205 levels in one-month dollar Rupee narrower, bond yields flat.",negative,-0.999714673
"Sri Lanka projects exports of US$12.5bn, forex reserves of 3.2 months of imports in 2021",5/4/2021,Economy,Past projections have been wildly off target when money was printed for 'stop-go' policies ,"Sri Lanka projects exports of US$12.5bn, forex reserves of 3.2 months of imports in 2021 Past projections have been wildly off target when money was printed for 'stop-go' policies ",negative,-0.998754859
"Sri Lanka daily Coronavirus cases hit new high of 1923, daily deaths reach 13",5/4/2021,Health,"In the current wave, deaths are now reported in double digits","Sri Lanka daily Coronavirus cases hit new high of 1923, daily deaths reach 13 In the current wave, deaths are now reported in double digits",negative,-0.95284456
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.10-pct higer,5/3/2021,Markets,"LOLC Holdings, Browns Investments and Distilleries drive ASPI's gain.","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.10-pct higer LOLC Holdings, Browns Investments and Distilleries drive ASPI's gain.",negative,-0.927020848
No directive to stop random PCR tests in Sri Lanka: State Minister Fernandopulle,5/3/2021,Health,"""This is fake news. No one has instructed to stop testing,"" Fernandopulle told EconomyNext.","No directive to stop random PCR tests in Sri Lanka: State Minister Fernandopulle ""This is fake news. No one has instructed to stop testing,"" Fernandopulle told EconomyNext.",negative,-0.996080697
Sri Lanka opposition accuses govt of rushing Port City bill debate,5/3/2021,Politics,"""This is a bill that will decide Sri Lanka’s sovereignty,"" the MP said.","Sri Lanka opposition accuses govt of rushing Port City bill debate ""This is a bill that will decide Sri Lanka’s sovereignty,"" the MP said.",negative,-0.898984551
"Call ceasefire on internal cold war and focus on COVID-19, Sri Lanka opp. leader asks govt",5/3/2021,Health,"""This is the time to put a stop to internal conflict,” he said.","Call ceasefire on internal cold war and focus on COVID-19, Sri Lanka opp. leader asks govt ""This is the time to put a stop to internal conflict,” he said.",negative,-0.941949427
Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 199.50/205 levels in one-month dollar,5/3/2021,Bonds & Forex,Rupee quoted in one-month forward market.,Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 199.50/205 levels in one-month dollar Rupee quoted in one-month forward market.,negative,-0.988991022
"Sri Lanka's private, state credit soars in March 2021, rupee down",5/3/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's private credit from commercial banks grew by 112.2 billion rupees in March 2021,"Sri Lanka's private, state credit soars in March 2021, rupee down Sri Lanka's private credit from commercial banks grew by 112.2 billion rupees in March 2021",negative,-0.934311569
"Sri Lanka, B.1.1.7 and dousing fires: In conversation with Prof Neelika Malavige",5/3/2021,Health,"“We did not see any sign of B.1.1.7  in our PCRs until April 08""","Sri Lanka, B.1.1.7 and dousing fires: In conversation with Prof Neelika Malavige “We did not see any sign of B.1.1.7  in our PCRs until April 08""",negative,-0.990225613
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus total hits new high of 1,891 as concerns rise over hospital beds",5/3/2021,Health,"Patients under medical care rose to 13,824 from 11,933 after the new confirmations as 764 were discharged","Sri Lanka Coronavirus total hits new high of 1,891 as concerns rise over hospital beds Patients under medical care rose to 13,824 from 11,933 after the new confirmations as 764 were discharged",positive,0.789362788
"Sri Lanka limits inbound passengers, crew to 75 aboard all int'l airlines",5/2/2021,Health,The limit has been imposed for a period of two weeks,"Sri Lanka limits inbound passengers, crew to 75 aboard all int'l airlines The limit has been imposed for a period of two weeks",negative,-0.940329611
Sri Lanka President plants turmeric in garden in import substitution drive,5/1/2021,Economy,Five 'grade-A' turmeric plants would be given to 1.5mn families to produce their own requirements,Sri Lanka President plants turmeric in garden in import substitution drive Five 'grade-A' turmeric plants would be given to 1.5mn families to produce their own requirements,negative,-0.991637647
EN weekly roundup: The headlines that matter – April 25 to May 01,5/1/2021,EN weekly roundup,"This week's highlights in economic news, politics and everything else","EN weekly roundup: The headlines that matter – April 25 to May 01 This week's highlights in economic news, politics and everything else",positive,0.990986645
Sri Lanka to start trial production of RT-LAMP Coronavirus test kit: SLINTEC,5/1/2021,Business,"Manufacturing of trial batches will commence soon, which will then be followed by commercial production ","Sri Lanka to start trial production of RT-LAMP Coronavirus test kit: SLINTEC Manufacturing of trial batches will commence soon, which will then be followed by commercial production ",negative,-0.981956601
"Sri Lanka per capita GDP drops in 2021 amid Covid-19, monetary instability",5/1/2021,Economy,Hgher levels of monetary instability and lower growth was seen from around 2015 with 'flexible' policy,"Sri Lanka per capita GDP drops in 2021 amid Covid-19, monetary instability Hgher levels of monetary instability and lower growth was seen from around 2015 with 'flexible' policy",negative,-0.990426242
Can Sri Lanka survive B.1.1.7?,5/1/2021,Health,"Health authorities have known for months that the fast-spreading UK strain was present in Sri Lanka, experts claim","Can Sri Lanka survive B.1.1.7? Health authorities have known for months that the fast-spreading UK strain was present in Sri Lanka, experts claim",negative,-0.994580686
"Sri Lanka Covid-19 total hits new daily high of 1,662, health staff fatigue warned",4/30/2021,Health,"""Health staff are getting fatigued. It the true picture is not revealed people will go on weekend trips""","Sri Lanka Covid-19 total hits new daily high of 1,662, health staff fatigue warned ""Health staff are getting fatigued. It the true picture is not revealed people will go on weekend trips""",negative,-0.997789741
Sri Lanka inflation at 3.9-pct in April 2021,4/30/2021,Economy,he food sub-index was up 9.0 percent during the past 12 months.,Sri Lanka inflation at 3.9-pct in April 2021 he food sub-index was up 9.0 percent during the past 12 months.,negative,-0.986179531
Sri Lanka rupee trades at 199.75 to spot dollar in moral suasion,4/30/2021,Bonds & Forex,No active rupee quotes in the market. Small deals done at 199.75 levels. ,Sri Lanka rupee trades at 199.75 to spot dollar in moral suasion No active rupee quotes in the market. Small deals done at 199.75 levels. ,negative,-0.998217523
Sri Lanka successfully rolls over US$693 SLDB tranche,4/30/2021,Bonds & Forex,Additional bids come in for 9-month bonds,Sri Lanka successfully rolls over US$693 SLDB tranche Additional bids come in for 9-month bonds,negative,-0.934471011
Sri Lanka will not receive next batch of Covishield anytime soon: Official,4/30/2021,Health,"Meanwhile, around 65 -75 people who had received the first dose of Covishield have tested positive for the virus","Sri Lanka will not receive next batch of Covishield anytime soon: Official Meanwhile, around 65 -75 people who had received the first dose of Covishield have tested positive for the virus",negative,-0.993213773
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.12-pct lower,4/30/2021,Markets,Stocks end marginally lower for the second day.,Sri Lanka stocks end 0.12-pct lower Stocks end marginally lower for the second day.,negative,-0.998982489
Thundershowers to intensify in Sri Lanka in coming days: Met Dept,4/30/2021,Weather and Climate,The Western and Southern provinces will likely experience thundershowers particularly in the morning hours,Thundershowers to intensify in Sri Lanka in coming days: Met Dept The Western and Southern provinces will likely experience thundershowers particularly in the morning hours,positive,0.993943989
Sri Lanka opposition May Day events to go virtual,4/30/2021,Health,The ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramau (SLPP) has notably decided to forego May Day celebrations this year,Sri Lanka opposition May Day events to go virtual The ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramau (SLPP) has notably decided to forego May Day celebrations this year,positive,0.500392675
"Sri Lanka suspends weddings, public events for two weeks",4/30/2021,Health,The announcement comes amid record-breaking daily cases of COVID-19in the country,"Sri Lanka suspends weddings, public events for two weeks The announcement comes amid record-breaking daily cases of COVID-19in the country",negative,-0.989946902
"Honk-protestor arrest shows Sri Lanka govt's insecurity, intolerance: UNP",4/30/2021,Politics,"""We urge the authorities to ensure that the freedom of speech and freedom of expression is upheld""","Honk-protestor arrest shows Sri Lanka govt's insecurity, intolerance: UNP ""We urge the authorities to ensure that the freedom of speech and freedom of expression is upheld""",negative,-0.96553117
Sri Lanka police arrest alleged instigator of honk protest during China VIP visit,4/30/2021,Politics,"The suspect is a resident in Battaramulla who had been in Australia for 10 years, police said.","Sri Lanka police arrest alleged instigator of honk protest during China VIP visit The suspect is a resident in Battaramulla who had been in Australia for 10 years, police said.",negative,-0.972575426
"Sri Lanka to ban import, use of fertilizer, agro-chemicals to save foreign exchange",4/30/2021,Economy,The state will direct the fertilizer subsidy to cover crop losses,"Sri Lanka to ban import, use of fertilizer, agro-chemicals to save foreign exchange The state will direct the fertilizer subsidy to cover crop losses",negative,-0.994523644
Sri Lanka's pharma-biz chamber assures continued supply of medicines,4/29/2021,Health,"""The orders placed with our manufacturing partners and principals in India and other countries are being fulfilled""","Sri Lanka's pharma-biz chamber assures continued supply of medicines ""The orders placed with our manufacturing partners and principals in India and other countries are being fulfilled""",positive,0.986507654
Sri Lanka re-imposes emergency COVID-19 restrictions in mosques,4/29/2021,Health,A maximum of 25 persons for the five-time daily prayers allowed,Sri Lanka re-imposes emergency COVID-19 restrictions in mosques A maximum of 25 persons for the five-time daily prayers allowed,negative,-0.983541787
Sri Lanka plans to purchase Mi-171 helicopters amid vaccine shortage: Opposition Leader,4/29/2021,Politics,"The government has also ordered 60 armoured personnel carriers (APCs), he said.","Sri Lanka plans to purchase Mi-171 helicopters amid vaccine shortage: Opposition Leader The government has also ordered 60 armoured personnel carriers (APCs), he said.",negative,-0.993092895
Sri Lanka domestic dollar bond rates race ahead of rupee yields,4/29/2021,Bonds & Forex,The inverted interest rates differential had already turned forward exchange rate premiums negative,Sri Lanka domestic dollar bond rates race ahead of rupee yields The inverted interest rates differential had already turned forward exchange rate premiums negative,negative,-0.998221219
Employees holding Sri Lanka State Engineering Corporation chairman hostage,4/29/2021,Law and Order,"The chairman's office on the sixth floor of the building has been surrounded by employees, a spokesman said.","Employees holding Sri Lanka State Engineering Corporation chairman hostage The chairman's office on the sixth floor of the building has been surrounded by employees, a spokesman said.",negative,-0.928733528
"Sri Lanka government ignored health warnings, leading to COVID-19 resurgence: TNA MP",4/29/2021,Politics,"“The government must take full responsibility for the ongoing third wave,” he said.","Sri Lanka government ignored health warnings, leading to COVID-19 resurgence: TNA MP “The government must take full responsibility for the ongoing third wave,” he said.",negative,-0.985530853
Sri Lanka rupee quoted around 203/208 levels in one-month dollar,4/29/2021,Bonds & Forex,Rupee remains weaker. Spot markets inactive.,Sri Lanka rupee quoted around 203/208 levels in one-month dollar Rupee remains weaker. Spot markets inactive.,negative,-0.999683738
Sri Lanka GDP to grow 4.1-pct in 2021: ADB,4/29/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka’s challenging macroeconomic situation will likely moderate growth in 2022,Sri Lanka GDP to grow 4.1-pct in 2021: ADB Sri Lanka’s challenging macroeconomic situation will likely moderate growth in 2022,positive,0.95344907
Sri Lanka sells 66-pct of Treasuries auction,4/29/2021,Markets,Most bids for 3-month bills,Sri Lanka sells 66-pct of Treasuries auction Most bids for 3-month bills,negative,-0.989826798
Sri Lanka begins second dose rollout; no lockdown but some areas may be isolated,4/28/2021,Health,"155,000 frontline workers in the state health sector and 127,500 in the military are to receive their second jab","Sri Lanka begins second dose rollout; no lockdown but some areas may be isolated 155,000 frontline workers in the state health sector and 127,500 in the military are to receive their second jab",negative,-0.988486648
Sri Lanka rupee closes wide at 200/205 to one month dollar amid moral suasion,4/28/2021,Bonds & Forex,Interbank forex market largely inactive,Sri Lanka rupee closes wide at 200/205 to one month dollar amid moral suasion Interbank forex market largely inactive,negative,-0.999488831
Sri Lanka Development Bond auction: US$652mn sold,4/28/2021,Bonds & Forex,Books kept open till April 30,Sri Lanka Development Bond auction: US$652mn sold Books kept open till April 30,negative,-0.99038738
Sri Lanka Freedom Party will oppose any move to arrest Harin: Dayasiri,4/28/2021,Politics,Jayasekara said Fernando had presented some important information to parliament about the Easter attack probe,Sri Lanka Freedom Party will oppose any move to arrest Harin: Dayasiri Jayasekara said Fernando had presented some important information to parliament about the Easter attack probe,negative,-0.906588376
"Sri Lanka embassy in Kuwait repatriates 6,000 stranded migrant workers",4/28/2021,Economy,"The Sri Lanka embassy in Kuwait says it has repatriated 6,000 stranded migrant workers","Sri Lanka embassy in Kuwait repatriates 6,000 stranded migrant workers The Sri Lanka embassy in Kuwait says it has repatriated 6,000 stranded migrant workers",negative,-0.97592926
Sri Lanka gets US$80.5mn from World Bank for Covid-19 vaccines,4/28/2021,Fiscal,World Bank has also re-directed funds from existing loans for Coronavirus costs,Sri Lanka gets US$80.5mn from World Bank for Covid-19 vaccines World Bank has also re-directed funds from existing loans for Coronavirus costs,negative,-0.992006958
Sri Lanka stocks end 2.45-pct higher,4/28/2021,Markets,Stocks recouped losses made in the past few days.,Sri Lanka stocks end 2.45-pct higher Stocks recouped losses made in the past few days.,negative,-0.997310281
"Sri Lanka merchandise exports reach US$1,066.1mn in March 2021",4/28/2021,Economy,"Export earnings were up 11.5 percent in the first quarter of 2021 to 2,945.53 million US dollars.","Sri Lanka merchandise exports reach US$1,066.1mn in March 2021 Export earnings were up 11.5 percent in the first quarter of 2021 to 2,945.53 million US dollars.",negative,-0.836771905
Sri Lanka govt trying to cover up shortcomings by highlighting India's pandemic woes: NPP,4/28/2021,Politics,"""The government is trying, unsuccessfully, to highlight the Indian situation and claim that we have it better” ","Sri Lanka govt trying to cover up shortcomings by highlighting India's pandemic woes: NPP ""The government is trying, unsuccessfully, to highlight the Indian situation and claim that we have it better” ",negative,-0.998600066
Fast-spreading UK strain behind Sri Lanka's surging COVID-19 cases,4/28/2021,Health,Initial testing has shown a 55-percent increase in mortality rate and a 50-percent increase in transmission,Fast-spreading UK strain behind Sri Lanka's surging COVID-19 cases Initial testing has shown a 55-percent increase in mortality rate and a 50-percent increase in transmission,positive,0.588499129
Sri Lanka website Colombo Gazette crashes after alleged Chinese bot attack,4/28/2021,Media,The DDoS attack is a sequel to a similar event that occurred in March last year,Sri Lanka website Colombo Gazette crashes after alleged Chinese bot attack The DDoS attack is a sequel to a similar event that occurred in March last year,negative,-0.999579847
Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer at 200/205 levels in one-month dollar,4/28/2021,Bonds & Forex,Rupee quoted firmer in one-month dollar however no spot quotes in the market.,Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer at 200/205 levels in one-month dollar Rupee quoted firmer in one-month dollar however no spot quotes in the market.,negative,-0.993714035
Sri Lanka forex market caught between moral suasion and slashed NOPs,4/28/2021,Economy,Bank treasurers summoned by authorities,Sri Lanka forex market caught between moral suasion and slashed NOPs Bank treasurers summoned by authorities,negative,-0.993066788
Sri Lanka to set up state agency to guarantee SME credit,4/28/2021,Economy,Proposed National Debt Securities Centre to guarantee loans to small and medium businesses,Sri Lanka to set up state agency to guarantee SME credit Proposed National Debt Securities Centre to guarantee loans to small and medium businesses,negative,-0.908014238
"Sri Lanka confirms over 1,000 Coronavirus cases as Covid-19 controls tightened",4/28/2021,Health,"""Earlier one or two got infected from one person, this time five or six seems to be contracting the virus.""","Sri Lanka confirms over 1,000 Coronavirus cases as Covid-19 controls tightened ""Earlier one or two got infected from one person, this time five or six seems to be contracting the virus.""",negative,-0.996168196
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 204/206 to the one month dollar,4/27/2021,Markets,There were no spot quotes in the market,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 204/206 to the one month dollar There were no spot quotes in the market,negative,-0.996955991
Sri Lanka cabinet approves burqa ban: Minister,4/27/2021,Politics,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers have approved a controversial proposal to ban face covers including the burqa,Sri Lanka cabinet approves burqa ban: Minister Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers have approved a controversial proposal to ban face covers including the burqa,negative,-0.888663828
Sri Lanka stocks down amid Covid-19 jitters,4/27/2021,Markets,The All Share index fell 2.29 percent as restrictions were placed to combat a new Covid-19 wave ,Sri Lanka stocks down amid Covid-19 jitters The All Share index fell 2.29 percent as restrictions were placed to combat a new Covid-19 wave ,negative,-0.999684572
Sri Lanka closes all schools amid pandemic resurgence,4/27/2021,Education,"Sri Lanka to close down all schools, preschools and piriven (monastic schools) in the island till April 30","Sri Lanka closes all schools amid pandemic resurgence Sri Lanka to close down all schools, preschools and piriven (monastic schools) in the island till April 30",negative,-0.997159004
Sri Lanka's UDA takes over Kolpetty market,4/27/2021,Business,40-storey building planned as PPP will give existing shop owners places in a new shopping mall,Sri Lanka's UDA takes over Kolpetty market 40-storey building planned as PPP will give existing shop owners places in a new shopping mall,positive,0.947717726
"Sri Lanka frontline workers, military to receive second COVID-19 jab starting tomorrow",4/27/2021,Health,Frontline workers in the health sector and military to receive their second dose starting tomorrow,"Sri Lanka frontline workers, military to receive second COVID-19 jab starting tomorrow Frontline workers in the health sector and military to receive their second dose starting tomorrow",negative,-0.980625629
Sri Lanka all-in-one Transit Card on track: LankaClear,4/27/2021,Banking,"The card could be used at ATMs, POS machines bus and rail","Sri Lanka all-in-one Transit Card on track: LankaClear The card could be used at ATMs, POS machines bus and rail",negative,-0.98966521
"Softlogic Sri Lanka ties up with Huawei for cloud, AI solutions",4/27/2021,ICT,Aims to fill gaps in post-Covid-19 tech needs,"Softlogic Sri Lanka ties up with Huawei for cloud, AI solutions Aims to fill gaps in post-Covid-19 tech needs",positive,0.773520648
Amend Port City bill: Sri Lanka govt MP Gevindu Kumaratunga,4/27/2021,Politics,Sri Lanka should amend the controversial Port City economic commission bill to reflect constructive criticism: MP,Amend Port City bill: Sri Lanka govt MP Gevindu Kumaratunga Sri Lanka should amend the controversial Port City economic commission bill to reflect constructive criticism: MP,negative,-0.969074547
Bathiudeen bros to be detained for 90 days: police,4/27/2021,Politics,"Former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen and his brother Riyaj are to be detained for 90 days for further questioning, police s...","Bathiudeen bros to be detained for 90 days: police Former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen and his brother Riyaj are to be detained for 90 days for further questioning, police s...",negative,-0.975731075
Sri Lanka firms allowed to borrow forex abroad,4/27/2021,Economy,Units of foreign companies have been allowed to borrow from parents,Sri Lanka firms allowed to borrow forex abroad Units of foreign companies have been allowed to borrow from parents,negative,-0.958479643
Sri Lanka raises tax on imported potatoes to Rs50,4/27/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has raised a tax on potatoes to give higher profits to farmers as harvests come in,Sri Lanka raises tax on imported potatoes to Rs50 Sri Lanka has raised a tax on potatoes to give higher profits to farmers as harvests come in,negative,-0.937310636
"Sri Lanka closes schools, isolates GN divisions as COVID19 surges",4/26/2021,Health,"As COVID-19 cases surge, Sri Lanka closes all schools in the Western and North Central provinces and isolate 10 Grama Ni...","Sri Lanka closes schools, isolates GN divisions as COVID19 surges As COVID-19 cases surge, Sri Lanka closes all schools in the Western and North Central provinces and isolate 10 Grama Ni...",negative,-0.998294055
"Sri Lanka shuts schools in Western, Wayamba provinces",4/26/2021,Health,"Other provinces to remain open, 952 new cases on Monday","Sri Lanka shuts schools in Western, Wayamba provinces Other provinces to remain open, 952 new cases on Monday",negative,-0.998390555
Sri Lanka's Ocean Lanka develops new fabric dying technology,4/26/2021,Business,"Process slashes water use by over 60 percent, cuts energy use by 20 percent and is 30 percent faster","Sri Lanka's Ocean Lanka develops new fabric dying technology Process slashes water use by over 60 percent, cuts energy use by 20 percent and is 30 percent faster",negative,-0.818929911
Sri Lanka ruling party wants action against entire former cabinet,4/26/2021,Politics,Government MPs have requested President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to take legal action against the entire Yahapalana cabinet ov...,Sri Lanka ruling party wants action against entire former cabinet Government MPs have requested President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to take legal action against the entire Yahapalana cabinet ov...,negative,-0.958101392
Sri Lanka's unemployment rate down to 5.2-pct 4Q-2020,4/26/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's unemployment fell to 5.2 percent in the fourth quarter of 2020 from an 11 year high of 5.8 percent in the th...,Sri Lanka's unemployment rate down to 5.2-pct 4Q-2020 Sri Lanka's unemployment fell to 5.2 percent in the fourth quarter of 2020 from an 11 year high of 5.8 percent in the th...,negative,-0.998918295
"Sri Lanka bans public events, parties to contain Covid-19 wave",4/25/2021,Health,Sri Lanka's government halts all state functions and invokes Covid-19 quarantine regulations to ban private functions to...,"Sri Lanka bans public events, parties to contain Covid-19 wave Sri Lanka's government halts all state functions and invokes Covid-19 quarantine regulations to ban private functions to...",negative,-0.998175383
Sri Lanka residents who earn abroad allowed to maintain foreign bank accounts,4/25/2021,Banking,"Sri Lanka residents who have worked abroad, and individuals or firms providing services to foreigners can now open accou...","Sri Lanka residents who earn abroad allowed to maintain foreign bank accounts Sri Lanka residents who have worked abroad, and individuals or firms providing services to foreigners can now open accou...",positive,0.990971565
Sri Lanka new Covid wave claims two foreigners,4/25/2021,Health,"Total cases rise to 100,000 as Sri Lankan health authorities warn of a  more deadly Covid variant ","Sri Lanka new Covid wave claims two foreigners Total cases rise to 100,000 as Sri Lankan health authorities warn of a  more deadly Covid variant ",negative,-0.986086488
Sri Lanka Coronavirus isolates area in Kaluthara,4/24/2021,Health,Sri Lanka has locked down Adikarigama in South Kaluthara as 18 and 35 year-olds die from Covid-19 induced pneumonia ,Sri Lanka Coronavirus isolates area in Kaluthara Sri Lanka has locked down Adikarigama in South Kaluthara as 18 and 35 year-olds die from Covid-19 induced pneumonia ,negative,-0.996475875
Sri Lanka's Hayleys buys South Asia Textiles for Rs3.9bn,4/24/2021,Business,"Hayleys Fabrics, a unit Sri Lanka's Hayleys group said it had bought 98.84 percent of South Asia Textiles Limited, weft-...","Sri Lanka's Hayleys buys South Asia Textiles for Rs3.9bn Hayleys Fabrics, a unit Sri Lanka's Hayleys group said it had bought 98.84 percent of South Asia Textiles Limited, weft-...",negative,-0.745519757
Sri Lanka former minister and brother arrested over alleged links to Easter Sunday bombers,4/24/2021,Politics,Former Sri Lankan minister Rishad Bathiudeen and his brother Riyaj were taken into custody in the early hours of today f...,Sri Lanka former minister and brother arrested over alleged links to Easter Sunday bombers Former Sri Lankan minister Rishad Bathiudeen and his brother Riyaj were taken into custody in the early hours of today f...,negative,-0.981347322
Sri Lanka's Prime Lands Residencies to raise up to Rs2bn in IPO,4/24/2021,Business,"Colombo Stock Exchange said it had approved an initial public offer by Sri Lanka's Prime Land Residencies Limited, a pro...","Sri Lanka's Prime Lands Residencies to raise up to Rs2bn in IPO Colombo Stock Exchange said it had approved an initial public offer by Sri Lanka's Prime Land Residencies Limited, a pro...",negative,-0.753770232
Sri Lanka warned over new Coronavirus crisis as Covid-19 cases tops 900,4/24/2021,Health,Sri Lankans have been warned to stay home for the next two weeks as a post-New Year Coronavirus wave sent daily Covid-19...,Sri Lanka warned over new Coronavirus crisis as Covid-19 cases tops 900 Sri Lankans have been warned to stay home for the next two weeks as a post-New Year Coronavirus wave sent daily Covid-19...,negative,-0.984437108
Fears of a crisis loom in Sri Lanka as COVID-19 cases surge,4/23/2021,Health,"With 931 cases recorded today, the fifth highest single-day total yet, and the country’s vaccine rollout having hit a ...","Fears of a crisis loom in Sri Lanka as COVID-19 cases surge With 931 cases recorded today, the fifth highest single-day total yet, and the country’s vaccine rollout having hit a ...",negative,-0.659445465
Chinese intervention in Port City could pose danger to both Sri Lanka and region: Opposition MP Fons...,4/23/2021,International Relations,Chinese intervention in Sri Lanka’s Port City could pose a danger to the economic and security interests of both the i...,Chinese intervention in Port City could pose danger to both Sri Lanka and region: Opposition MP Fons... Chinese intervention in Sri Lanka’s Port City could pose a danger to the economic and security interests of both the i...,negative,-0.992544413
Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker around 202/204 levels to on month dollar,4/23/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 202/204 levels in the one-month dollar on Friday while bond yields remained unchang...,Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker around 202/204 levels to on month dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 202/204 levels in the one-month dollar on Friday while bond yields remained unchang...,negative,-0.998555243
Sri Lankan fishermen arrested in Myanmar to be repatriated to Sri Lanka: Foreign Ministry,4/23/2021,International Relations,A group of Sri Lankan fishermen who were arrested near Myanmar’s shores in February 2021 are to be brought back to Sri...,Sri Lankan fishermen arrested in Myanmar to be repatriated to Sri Lanka: Foreign Ministry A group of Sri Lankan fishermen who were arrested near Myanmar’s shores in February 2021 are to be brought back to Sri...,negative,-0.939677298
"Sri Lanka public told to stay home, cancel celebrations 'to save your life and loved ones'",4/23/2021,Health,Sri Lanka is on a dangerous track as a suspected new Coronavirus variant is spreading rapidly after New Year celebration...,"Sri Lanka public told to stay home, cancel celebrations 'to save your life and loved ones' Sri Lanka is on a dangerous track as a suspected new Coronavirus variant is spreading rapidly after New Year celebration...",negative,-0.992816448
Heavy rainfall forecast for several areas in Sri Lanka,4/23/2021,Weather and Climate,"Heavy rainfall up to 100mm can be expected in several parts of Sri Lanka’s Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva and Sou...","Heavy rainfall forecast for several areas in Sri Lanka Heavy rainfall up to 100mm can be expected in several parts of Sri Lanka’s Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva and Sou...",negative,-0.924320102
US to help Sri Lanka improve plastic waste management,4/23/2021,Environment,The United States will help Sri Lanka improve its plastic waste management efforts and further reduce any waste flows to...,US to help Sri Lanka improve plastic waste management The United States will help Sri Lanka improve its plastic waste management efforts and further reduce any waste flows to...,positive,0.942043185
Sri Lanka opposition leader fears bloodless 'Night of the Long Knives',4/23/2021,Politics,"Sri Lanka’s opposition leader Sajith Premadasa has accused the government of plotting its own, albeit bloodless, ‘Ni...","Sri Lanka opposition leader fears bloodless 'Night of the Long Knives' Sri Lanka’s opposition leader Sajith Premadasa has accused the government of plotting its own, albeit bloodless, ‘Ni...",negative,-0.996587873
Sri Lanka sugar SOE making profits after ethanol ban,4/23/2021,Economy,"Lanka Sugar Company (Pvt) Ltd, built by re-expropriating two privatized firms, are now making profits after ethanol impo...","Sri Lanka sugar SOE making profits after ethanol ban Lanka Sugar Company (Pvt) Ltd, built by re-expropriating two privatized firms, are now making profits after ethanol impo...",negative,-0.991390467
Sri Lanka rupee quoted wider at 200/204 to one-month dollar,4/23/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted wider at 200/204 levels in the one-month dollar on Friday while bond yields remained unchange...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted wider at 200/204 to one-month dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted wider at 200/204 levels in the one-month dollar on Friday while bond yields remained unchange...,negative,-0.994680583
Sri Lanka to ban chemical fertilizer imports in 'near future',4/23/2021,Agriculture,Sri Lanka will ban the import of chemical fertilizer in the 'near future' as pollution of waterways and suspected kidney...,Sri Lanka to ban chemical fertilizer imports in 'near future' Sri Lanka will ban the import of chemical fertilizer in the 'near future' as pollution of waterways and suspected kidney...,negative,-0.995400965
"Sri Lanka exporters, importers battle high rates, box shortfalls to maintain trade lifeline",4/23/2021,Logistics,Sri Lanka's exporters and importers are working against multiple global and domestic disruptions in logistics in the pos...,"Sri Lanka exporters, importers battle high rates, box shortfalls to maintain trade lifeline Sri Lanka's exporters and importers are working against multiple global and domestic disruptions in logistics in the pos...",negative,-0.969047248
Sri Lanka running out of ICUs for COVID-19 as younger cases with severe symptoms surge,4/22/2021,Health,Sri Lanka’s state hospitals are running out intensive care units (ICUs) allocated for COVID-19 treatment as more and m...,Sri Lanka running out of ICUs for COVID-19 as younger cases with severe symptoms surge Sri Lanka’s state hospitals are running out intensive care units (ICUs) allocated for COVID-19 treatment as more and m...,negative,-0.999234915
Sri Lanka's rupee closes at 201/203 to one-month dollar,4/22/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed steady at 201/203 levels in the one-month dollar on Thursday while bond yields remained uncha...,Sri Lanka's rupee closes at 201/203 to one-month dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed steady at 201/203 levels in the one-month dollar on Thursday while bond yields remained uncha...,negative,-0.995479584
"Sri Lanka stocks down, foreign buying in Windforce",4/22/2021,Markets," Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.42 percent on Thursday though foreign investors bought 527 million rupees of Windforce Limited,...","Sri Lanka stocks down, foreign buying in Windforce  Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.42 percent on Thursday though foreign investors bought 527 million rupees of Windforce Limited,...",negative,-0.999566257
Sri Lanka MP Harin faces imminent arrest: Ranawaka,4/22/2021,Politics,"Attempts are under way to arrest Sri Lanka's main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) MP Harin Fernando, SJB MP Pata...","Sri Lanka MP Harin faces imminent arrest: Ranawaka Attempts are under way to arrest Sri Lanka's main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) MP Harin Fernando, SJB MP Pata...",negative,-0.994485915
"Sri Lanka to improve irrigation, preserve watersheds with $69mn World Bank credit",4/22/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has inked a deal to borrow 69.53 million US dollars from the World Bank to improve dams and irrigation schemes...,"Sri Lanka to improve irrigation, preserve watersheds with $69mn World Bank credit Sri Lanka has inked a deal to borrow 69.53 million US dollars from the World Bank to improve dams and irrigation schemes...",negative,-0.972857952
"SriLankan Airlines to fly to Kenya, connecting East Africa to Asia",4/22/2021,Aviation,"State-run SriLankan Airlines said it will start flying to Nairobi, Kenya from April 22, taking traffic from East Africa ...","SriLankan Airlines to fly to Kenya, connecting East Africa to Asia State-run SriLankan Airlines said it will start flying to Nairobi, Kenya from April 22, taking traffic from East Africa ...",positive,0.992079556
"Sri Lanka ramps up testing, adds more ICU beds as daily COVID-19 cases spike",4/22/2021,Health,Sri Lanka has decided to add more intensive care unit (ICU) beds to its state healthcare system and increase the country...,"Sri Lanka ramps up testing, adds more ICU beds as daily COVID-19 cases spike Sri Lanka has decided to add more intensive care unit (ICU) beds to its state healthcare system and increase the country...",positive,0.991331458
Sri Lanka's Windforce begins trading above IPO price,4/22/2021,Markets,"Windforce Limited, renewable firm, began trading above its price of 16 rupees per share on Thursday after raising 3.2 bi...","Sri Lanka's Windforce begins trading above IPO price Windforce Limited, renewable firm, began trading above its price of 16 rupees per share on Thursday after raising 3.2 bi...",negative,-0.948733985
Speaker appoints committee to probe fracas in Sri Lanka parliament,4/22/2021,Politics,A seven-member committee has been appointed to investigate the tense situation that occurred in Sri Lanka’s parliament...,Speaker appoints committee to probe fracas in Sri Lanka parliament A seven-member committee has been appointed to investigate the tense situation that occurred in Sri Lanka’s parliament...,positive,0.957716584
New online laws will threaten Media freedom says FMM,4/22/2021,Democracy,The Free Media Movement (FMM) is calling on the Media Community to take concerted action to prevent the enactment of law...,New online laws will threaten Media freedom says FMM The Free Media Movement (FMM) is calling on the Media Community to take concerted action to prevent the enactment of law...,negative,-0.998535752
Sri Lankan aircraft hit from behind,4/22/2021,Aviation,"Sri Lankan airlines said one of its aircraft parked at Malé airport in the Maldives had been hit from behind, damaging ...","Sri Lankan aircraft hit from behind Sri Lankan airlines said one of its aircraft parked at Malé airport in the Maldives had been hit from behind, damaging ...",negative,-0.999389768
Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 199/202 levels to one-month dollar,4/22/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted stronger at 199/202 levels in the one-month dollar on Thursday while bond yields remained unc...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 199/202 levels to one-month dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted stronger at 199/202 levels in the one-month dollar on Thursday while bond yields remained unc...,negative,-0.993792653
Sri Lanka legislator proposes Cannabis fix for looming debt crisis,4/22/2021,Economy,A Sri Lanka legislator has suggested fixing the country's debt crisis with Cannabis and giving Dutch courage to a shaky ...,Sri Lanka legislator proposes Cannabis fix for looming debt crisis A Sri Lanka legislator has suggested fixing the country's debt crisis with Cannabis and giving Dutch courage to a shaky ...,negative,-0.960268974
US$750mn Sri Lanka Development Bond auction offered,4/22/2021,Bonds & Forex,A 750 million US dollar auction of fixed-rate Sri Lanka Development Bonds has been offered for sale with bids to close o...,US$750mn Sri Lanka Development Bond auction offered A 750 million US dollar auction of fixed-rate Sri Lanka Development Bonds has been offered for sale with bids to close o...,negative,-0.995172441
Row as China embassy invites Sri Lanka lawmakers to Colombo Port City,4/22/2021,Political News,Questions were raised in Sri Lanka's parliament how China's embassy invited them to a 'study tour' of Colombo Port City ...,Row as China embassy invites Sri Lanka lawmakers to Colombo Port City Questions were raised in Sri Lanka's parliament how China's embassy invited them to a 'study tour' of Colombo Port City ...,negative,-0.987247348
Sri Lanka sells 75-pct of Treasuries offered,4/22/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has sold 75-percent of Treasuries offered at an 'auction' where a pre-set price control on 12-month bills was ...,Sri Lanka sells 75-pct of Treasuries offered Sri Lanka has sold 75-percent of Treasuries offered at an 'auction' where a pre-set price control on 12-month bills was ...,negative,-0.995203376
Migrant workers detained in Saudi Arabia: Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Bureau denies Amnesty report,4/21/2021,Human Rights,The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment has denied reports that Saudi Arabia has arbitrarily detained 41 migrant work...,Migrant workers detained in Saudi Arabia: Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Bureau denies Amnesty report The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment has denied reports that Saudi Arabia has arbitrarily detained 41 migrant work...,negative,-0.962186217
Sri Lanka rupee closes 201/202 levels to one-month dollar,4/21/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 201/202 levels in the one-month dollar on Wednesday though spot market trading was not act...,Sri Lanka rupee closes 201/202 levels to one-month dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 201/202 levels in the one-month dollar on Wednesday though spot market trading was not act...,negative,-0.992815614
Uranium ship leaves Sri Lanka's Hambantota port,4/21/2021,Logistics,A ship loaded with Uranium bound for China which had docked at Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port for emergency repairs had lef...,Uranium ship leaves Sri Lanka's Hambantota port A ship loaded with Uranium bound for China which had docked at Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port for emergency repairs had lef...,negative,-0.997943699
"Sri Lanka to set up state-run Youth Start up fund, loan guarantee fund: Namal",4/21/2021,Banking,"Sri Lanka will set up a state-run Youth Startup Fund and a Guarantee Fund to help young entrepreneurs get capital, Minis...","Sri Lanka to set up state-run Youth Start up fund, loan guarantee fund: Namal Sri Lanka will set up a state-run Youth Startup Fund and a Guarantee Fund to help young entrepreneurs get capital, Minis...",negative,-0.938459098
No evidence to link Sri Lanka's six blood clotting cases with AstraZeneca jab: Health Minister,4/21/2021,Health,"Six cases of blood clotting, three of which ended in death, after being injected with the AstraZeneca vaccine have been ...","No evidence to link Sri Lanka's six blood clotting cases with AstraZeneca jab: Health Minister Six cases of blood clotting, three of which ended in death, after being injected with the AstraZeneca vaccine have been ...",negative,-0.999567091
Sri Lanka stocks end 1-pct higher,4/21/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.06 per cent on Wednesday recouping losses made in the last three days, pushed by Browns Invest...","Sri Lanka stocks end 1-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.06 per cent on Wednesday recouping losses made in the last three days, pushed by Browns Invest...",negative,-0.992740691
JVP accuses govt of using COVID-19 as excuse to cancel May Day rallies,4/21/2021,Politics,"Amid growing discord within, Sri Lanka’s crisis-riddled government is using heightened COVID-19 concerns as an excuse ...","JVP accuses govt of using COVID-19 as excuse to cancel May Day rallies Amid growing discord within, Sri Lanka’s crisis-riddled government is using heightened COVID-19 concerns as an excuse ...",negative,-0.997832596
Those responsible for Sri Lanka's Easter bombings now misdirecting public: PM,4/21/2021,Terrorism,Parties responsible for Sri Lanka’s 2019 Easter bombings are making false claims aimed at influencing and diverting at...,Those responsible for Sri Lanka's Easter bombings now misdirecting public: PM Parties responsible for Sri Lanka’s 2019 Easter bombings are making false claims aimed at influencing and diverting at...,negative,-0.993662834
Mrs World 2020 title to Ireland as Sri Lanka's Caroline Jurie resigns,4/21/2021,Culture, Kate Schneider from Ireland has been named Mrs World 2020 after Caroline Jurie resigned following a controversial de-cr...,Mrs World 2020 title to Ireland as Sri Lanka's Caroline Jurie resigns  Kate Schneider from Ireland has been named Mrs World 2020 after Caroline Jurie resigned following a controversial de-cr...,negative,-0.988670468
Political posturing impeded transparent Easter bombings probe: Cardinal,4/21/2021,Terrorism,Political posturing and a cynical need to safeguard alliances has impeded a transparent inquiry into Sri Lanka’s 2019 ...,Political posturing impeded transparent Easter bombings probe: Cardinal Political posturing and a cynical need to safeguard alliances has impeded a transparent inquiry into Sri Lanka’s 2019 ...,negative,-0.983678102
Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 203/208 to one month dollar,4/21/2021,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 203/208 to the one month dollar in late morning trade Wednesday though spot market trad...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 203/208 to one month dollar  Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 203/208 to the one month dollar in late morning trade Wednesday though spot market trad...,negative,-0.990045369
Sri Lanka aflatoxin fears rise as money printing trigger maize speculation,4/21/2021,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's maize prices have soared and fears of aflatoxin in poultry feed are growing as businesses newly displaced by...,Sri Lanka aflatoxin fears rise as money printing trigger maize speculation Sri Lanka's maize prices have soared and fears of aflatoxin in poultry feed are growing as businesses newly displaced by...,negative,-0.979488313
Sri Lanka plantations call for priority worker vaccinations,4/21/2021,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's commercial plantations producing tea and rubber has called for fast-track vaccination of their workers on wh...,Sri Lanka plantations call for priority worker vaccinations Sri Lanka's commercial plantations producing tea and rubber has called for fast-track vaccination of their workers on wh...,negative,-0.983326495
Sri Lanka issues Covid-19 warning as ICU admissions rise,4/21/2021,Health,Sri Lanka's Health Promotion Bureau has issued a public warning of a Coronavirus breakout after the April festive season...,Sri Lanka issues Covid-19 warning as ICU admissions rise Sri Lanka's Health Promotion Bureau has issued a public warning of a Coronavirus breakout after the April festive season...,negative,-0.994283378
Wijeyadasa's son arrested over accident; released on bail: police,4/20/2021,Accident,Sri Lanka's ruling party lawmaker Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe's son Rakitha Rajapakshe who was arrested earlier today in conne...,Wijeyadasa's son arrested over accident; released on bail: police Sri Lanka's ruling party lawmaker Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe's son Rakitha Rajapakshe who was arrested earlier today in conne...,negative,-0.797820687
Sri Lanka opposition MP alleges damning omission in Easter bombings probe,4/20/2021,Terrorism,An intelligence officer who had been arrested in connection with Sri Lanka’s 2019 Easter Sunday bombings was transferr...,Sri Lanka opposition MP alleges damning omission in Easter bombings probe An intelligence officer who had been arrested in connection with Sri Lanka’s 2019 Easter Sunday bombings was transferr...,negative,-0.996363103
Sri Lanka rupee closes around 204/207 in one month forwards,4/20/2021,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 204/207 levels to one week forward US dollar on Tuesday after opening at 192 level...,Sri Lanka rupee closes around 204/207 in one month forwards  Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 204/207 levels to one week forward US dollar on Tuesday after opening at 192 level...,negative,-0.995769024
Sri Lanka stocks end 2.63-pct lower,4/20/2021,Markets," Sri Lanka stocks fell 2.63 percent on Tuesday, pushed down by LOLC Holdings, Expolanka holdings and Hayleys, brokers sa...","Sri Lanka stocks end 2.63-pct lower  Sri Lanka stocks fell 2.63 percent on Tuesday, pushed down by LOLC Holdings, Expolanka holdings and Hayleys, brokers sa...",negative,-0.999429286
Sri Lanka cancels all May Day events as COVID-19 cases threaten to rise,4/20/2021,Health,Sri Lanka has decided to cancel all May Day events in light of growing concerns of a surge in COVID-19 cases in the comi...,Sri Lanka cancels all May Day events as COVID-19 cases threaten to rise Sri Lanka has decided to cancel all May Day events in light of growing concerns of a surge in COVID-19 cases in the comi...,negative,-0.999189556
"Sri Lanka cabinet nod for laws against ""false propaganda"" online",4/20/2021,Free Speech,Sri Lanka’s cabinet of ministers has approved a proposal to draft legislation to combat false and misleading statement...,"Sri Lanka cabinet nod for laws against ""false propaganda"" online Sri Lanka’s cabinet of ministers has approved a proposal to draft legislation to combat false and misleading statement...",positive,0.962136149
Sri Lanka former speaker gravely concerned about political victimisation bill,4/20/2021,Politics,Passing the recommendations of Sri Lanka’s controversial Commission on Political Victimisation as an act in parliament...,Sri Lanka former speaker gravely concerned about political victimisation bill Passing the recommendations of Sri Lanka’s controversial Commission on Political Victimisation as an act in parliament...,negative,-0.912254393
"Sri Lanka likely to be hit by post-Avurudu spike in COVID-19 cases, experts warn",4/20/2021,Health,With 52 new cases detected in two retail stores at Pamunuwa and at a state bank in Colombo at the end of the April holid...,"Sri Lanka likely to be hit by post-Avurudu spike in COVID-19 cases, experts warn With 52 new cases detected in two retail stores at Pamunuwa and at a state bank in Colombo at the end of the April holid...",negative,-0.998761535
Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer around 192/194 levels to US dollar,4/20/2021,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer around 192/194 levels to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields sl...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer around 192/194 levels to US dollar  Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer around 192/194 levels to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields sl...,negative,-0.99505347
"Sri Lanka chicken prices spike, day-old-chicks soar to new heights",4/20/2021,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's fresh chicken prices have soared as a combination of state controls and Coronavirus impact hit the sector, w...","Sri Lanka chicken prices spike, day-old-chicks soar to new heights Sri Lanka's fresh chicken prices have soared as a combination of state controls and Coronavirus impact hit the sector, w...",positive,0.984438837
Sri Lanka cardinal says ‘deal politics’ undermining Easter attack probe,4/19/2021,Political News,"The head of Catholic church, Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith Monday accused Sri Lanka's government of “deal politics” which...","Sri Lanka cardinal says ‘deal politics’ undermining Easter attack probe The head of Catholic church, Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith Monday accused Sri Lanka's government of “deal politics” which...",negative,-0.984476149
Sri Lanka stocks down 0.62-pct,4/19/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.62 percent on Monday, pushed down by LOLC Holdings, Vallibel one and Mestacorp plc, brokers said...","Sri Lanka stocks down 0.62-pct Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.62 percent on Monday, pushed down by LOLC Holdings, Vallibel one and Mestacorp plc, brokers said...",negative,-0.999636292
Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 194/198 levels to US dollar,4/19/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 194/198 levels to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday after opening at 189/1...,Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 194/198 levels to US dollar Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 194/198 levels to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday after opening at 189/1...,negative,-0.998899102
"Cardinal does 180, claims he never said Easter bombings were politically motivated",4/19/2021,Terrorism,"In an apparent 180 on an explosive statement he made yesterday, the head of Sri Lanka’s Catholic church said today tha...","Cardinal does 180, claims he never said Easter bombings were politically motivated In an apparent 180 on an explosive statement he made yesterday, the head of Sri Lanka’s Catholic church said today tha...",negative,-0.985664368
India travel trade and media in Sri Lanka tour ahead of indo-Lanka travel bubble,4/19/2021,Business,A delegation of tour operators and journalists from India have completed a familiarization tour of Sri Lanka ahead of a ...,India travel trade and media in Sri Lanka tour ahead of indo-Lanka travel bubble A delegation of tour operators and journalists from India have completed a familiarization tour of Sri Lanka ahead of a ...,positive,0.998957992
"15-17% of Sri Lanka's social media activists fake, S'pore-style laws on the way: Justice Minister",4/19/2021,Free Speech,"Some 15 to 17 percent of Sri Lanka’s social media activist accounts are fake, Justice Minister Ali Sabry said, reitera...","15-17% of Sri Lanka's social media activists fake, S'pore-style laws on the way: Justice Minister Some 15 to 17 percent of Sri Lanka’s social media activist accounts are fake, Justice Minister Ali Sabry said, reitera...",negative,-0.998537183
Sri Lanka rupee quoted higher around 189/190 levels to US dollar,4/19/2021,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka rupee quoted higher around 189/190 levels to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday mid-morning trade, am...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted higher around 189/190 levels to US dollar  Sri Lanka rupee quoted higher around 189/190 levels to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday mid-morning trade, am...",negative,-0.990819633
Sri Lanka's central bank should guard against bankruptcy as Fed lights commodity fires,4/19/2021,Bellwether,"Sri Lanka's central bank is running out of reserves, a part of the remaining reserves are tied up in swaps, the country ...","Sri Lanka's central bank should guard against bankruptcy as Fed lights commodity fires Sri Lanka's central bank is running out of reserves, a part of the remaining reserves are tied up in swaps, the country ...",negative,-0.998052716
Sri Lanka Cardinal drops a bombshell on eve of blast anniversary,4/18/2021,Political News, The head of Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic church dropped a bombshell Sunday declaring that the 2019 Eeaster attack was â...,Sri Lanka Cardinal drops a bombshell on eve of blast anniversary  The head of Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic church dropped a bombshell Sunday declaring that the 2019 Eeaster attack was â...,negative,-0.985203266
"Sri Lanka Port City attempts to fix broken government, but tax breaks excessive: Samarajiva",4/18/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's Colombo Port City is a useful attempt to address a broken government system and is recreating for services w...,"Sri Lanka Port City attempts to fix broken government, but tax breaks excessive: Samarajiva Sri Lanka's Colombo Port City is a useful attempt to address a broken government system and is recreating for services w...",negative,-0.541186631
"Sri Lanka mulls curbing repatriation, tighter quarantine as Covid-19 cases spike",4/17/2021,Health,Sri Lanka may limit the number of repatriates being brought back to the country and tighten quarantine amid a surge in C...,"Sri Lanka mulls curbing repatriation, tighter quarantine as Covid-19 cases spike Sri Lanka may limit the number of repatriates being brought back to the country and tighten quarantine amid a surge in C...",negative,-0.99315238
Sri Lanka rupee plunges amid money printing as car imports collapse,4/17/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's rupee has plunged to 199 to the US dollar in March as vehicle imports collapsed to almost nothing, official ...","Sri Lanka rupee plunges amid money printing as car imports collapse Sri Lanka's rupee has plunged to 199 to the US dollar in March as vehicle imports collapsed to almost nothing, official ...",negative,-0.999686599
"Sri Lanka Colombo Port City Commission given undefined powers, equal opportunity denied: SJB",4/17/2021,Legal,"A bill to set up a Commission to govern a Colombo Port City has given it too much discretion, denied equal opportunity t...","Sri Lanka Colombo Port City Commission given undefined powers, equal opportunity denied: SJB A bill to set up a Commission to govern a Colombo Port City has given it too much discretion, denied equal opportunity t...",negative,-0.998245478
"Sri Lanka's Port City will be a driver of growth, FDI, not a Chinese colony: Minister Cabraal",4/17/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's Colombo Port City will be a driver of growth and foreign direct investment and concerns over it being a Chin...,"Sri Lanka's Port City will be a driver of growth, FDI, not a Chinese colony: Minister Cabraal Sri Lanka's Colombo Port City will be a driver of growth and foreign direct investment and concerns over it being a Chin...",positive,0.99863869
"Sri Lanka imports down 2.5-pct in Feb 2021, exports down 3.7-pct",4/17/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's imports were down 2.5 percent from a year ago to 1,524 million US dollars while exports were down 3.7 percen...","Sri Lanka imports down 2.5-pct in Feb 2021, exports down 3.7-pct Sri Lanka's imports were down 2.5 percent from a year ago to 1,524 million US dollars while exports were down 3.7 percen...",negative,-0.999501586
Sri Lanka raises finance company forex borrowing ceiling,4/16/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank said it is raising the foreign borrowing limit of licensed finance companies (LFCs) to 20 to pe...,Sri Lanka raises finance company forex borrowing ceiling Sri Lanka's central bank said it is raising the foreign borrowing limit of licensed finance companies (LFCs) to 20 to pe...,negative,-0.960898578
"EN weekly roundup: The headlines that matter, April 12 - 16",4/16/2021,EN weekly roundup,What should have been a slow news week owing to the Sinhala & Tamil new year holidays ended on a somewhat tumultuous not...,"EN weekly roundup: The headlines that matter, April 12 - 16 What should have been a slow news week owing to the Sinhala & Tamil new year holidays ended on a somewhat tumultuous not...",negative,-0.998729527
"Sri Lanka's Cinnamon Life completes residential tower, 30-floor office block",4/16/2021,Business,Sri Lanka's Cinnamon Life had completed construction of one residential tower with 196 apartments and an 30-floor office...,"Sri Lanka's Cinnamon Life completes residential tower, 30-floor office block Sri Lanka's Cinnamon Life had completed construction of one residential tower with 196 apartments and an 30-floor office...",positive,0.981159687
Sri Lanka rupee gains sharply to 192/194 levels to US dollar,4/16/2021,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka’s rupee surges to 192/194 levels to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, after opening at 203/203.50...","Sri Lanka rupee gains sharply to 192/194 levels to US dollar  Sri Lanka’s rupee surges to 192/194 levels to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, after opening at 203/203.50...",negative,-0.589461744
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.57-pct lower,4/16/2021,Markets," Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.57 percent on Friday, pushed down by LOLC Holdings, Browns Investments and Ceylon Tobacco Compa...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.57-pct lower  Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.57 percent on Friday, pushed down by LOLC Holdings, Browns Investments and Ceylon Tobacco Compa...",negative,-0.999401212
Wijeyadasa claims he received threatening phone call from president,4/16/2021,Politics,MP Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe claimed that he received a threatening phone call from President Gotabaya Rajapaksa this mornin...,Wijeyadasa claims he received threatening phone call from president MP Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe claimed that he received a threatening phone call from President Gotabaya Rajapaksa this mornin...,negative,-0.997660398
Sri Lanka needs Port City but bill raises Constitutional and regulatory concerns: Harsha,4/16/2021,Legal,Sri Lanka's China-backed Colombo Port City will be a driver of growth and knowledge transfer but the draft bill for a Co...,Sri Lanka needs Port City but bill raises Constitutional and regulatory concerns: Harsha Sri Lanka's China-backed Colombo Port City will be a driver of growth and knowledge transfer but the draft bill for a Co...,negative,-0.931012213
Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 203.00/203.50 levels in one-week dollar,4/16/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 203.00/203.50 levels in the one-week dollar market on Friday, while bond markets remai...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 203.00/203.50 levels in one-week dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 203.00/203.50 levels in the one-week dollar market on Friday, while bond markets remai...",negative,-0.992425919
"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services expands in March 2021: PMI",4/16/2021,Business,Sri Lanka's manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index reached a 9-month high as activities continue to recover backed by p...,"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services expands in March 2021: PMI Sri Lanka's manufacturing Purchasing Managers Index reached a 9-month high as activities continue to recover backed by p...",positive,0.537303865
Sri Lanka Port City will be a 'Chinese colony' claims monk linked to ruling party,4/16/2021,Political News,An influential Buddhist monk who has close links to the ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Party of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa ...,Sri Lanka Port City will be a 'Chinese colony' claims monk linked to ruling party An influential Buddhist monk who has close links to the ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Party of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa ...,negative,-0.696996033
New twist in UNP national list saga,4/15/2021,Politics,"Speculation is intensifying on who will fill the vacant national list seat of the United National Party (UNP), with part...","New twist in UNP national list saga Speculation is intensifying on who will fill the vacant national list seat of the United National Party (UNP), with part...",positive,0.975538671
Sri Lanka Bar Association opposition parties to challenge China-backed Colombo Port City bill,4/15/2021,Legal,"The Bar Association of Sri Lanka said it is challenging a law to set up a commission to run Colombo Port City, a China-b...","Sri Lanka Bar Association opposition parties to challenge China-backed Colombo Port City bill The Bar Association of Sri Lanka said it is challenging a law to set up a commission to run Colombo Port City, a China-b...",negative,-0.992109358
Sri Lanka rupee ends at 199.50/200.25 levels to the US dollar,4/15/2021,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 199.50/200.25 levels to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday after opening around...,Sri Lanka rupee ends at 199.50/200.25 levels to the US dollar  Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 199.50/200.25 levels to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday after opening around...,negative,-0.996854246
Sri Lanka stocks end 1.14-pct higher,4/15/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.14 percent on Thursday, the ASPI was pushed up by index heavy LOLC Holdings, Browns Investment...","Sri Lanka stocks end 1.14-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.14 percent on Thursday, the ASPI was pushed up by index heavy LOLC Holdings, Browns Investment...",negative,-0.98586607
Vaccine rollout: Sri Lanka reconsidering date given for second shot,4/15/2021,Health,Sri Lanka is once again reconsidering a previously announced date to begin administering the second dose of the Covieshi...,Vaccine rollout: Sri Lanka reconsidering date given for second shot Sri Lanka is once again reconsidering a previously announced date to begin administering the second dose of the Covieshi...,negative,-0.980332494
Ranil has declined party calls to take up UNP national list seat: spokesman,4/15/2021,Politics,Former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has declined a unanimous request from the United National Party (UNP) working...,Ranil has declined party calls to take up UNP national list seat: spokesman Former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has declined a unanimous request from the United National Party (UNP) working...,negative,-0.962537408
"11 dead, 74 injured in Avurdu day traffic accidents: police",4/15/2021,Accident,Sri Lanka recorded 11 deaths including that of a one-and-a-half-year-old infant due to traffic accidents on Sinhala and ...,"11 dead, 74 injured in Avurdu day traffic accidents: police Sri Lanka recorded 11 deaths including that of a one-and-a-half-year-old infant due to traffic accidents on Sinhala and ...",negative,-0.994007468
Sri Lanka rupee quoted 202/205 to month dollar amid holiday mood,4/15/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 202/205 to the one month dollar in mid morning trade Thursday after opening around 200/2...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted 202/205 to month dollar amid holiday mood Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 202/205 to the one month dollar in mid morning trade Thursday after opening around 200/2...,negative,-0.985347509
Sri Lanka cuts exporter proceeds conversion rule to 10-pct,4/15/2021,Economy, Sri Lanka has cut a requirement to covert export proceeds into rupees to 10 percent from an earlier 25 percent in new r...,Sri Lanka cuts exporter proceeds conversion rule to 10-pct  Sri Lanka has cut a requirement to covert export proceeds into rupees to 10 percent from an earlier 25 percent in new r...,negative,-0.994627059
Sri Lanka extends bar on banks buying sovereign bonds till April 23,4/15/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka has extended a ban on commercial banks and the National Savings Bank buying sovereign bonds till April 23.,Sri Lanka extends bar on banks buying sovereign bonds till April 23 Sri Lanka has extended a ban on commercial banks and the National Savings Bank buying sovereign bonds till April 23.,negative,-0.626886427
Sri Lanka resolved to maintain relative monetary stability: CB Governor,4/14/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank is resolved to maintain 'relative monetary stability' and will be vigilant about pressures from...,Sri Lanka resolved to maintain relative monetary stability: CB Governor Sri Lanka's central bank is resolved to maintain 'relative monetary stability' and will be vigilant about pressures from...,positive,0.782354295
"Myanmar military coup slams economy, to shrink 8.9-pct in 2021: IMF",4/14/2021,International news," Myanmar's economy could shrink 8.9 percent in 2021, as a military coup has descended on the country though most other A...","Myanmar military coup slams economy, to shrink 8.9-pct in 2021: IMF  Myanmar's economy could shrink 8.9 percent in 2021, as a military coup has descended on the country though most other A...",negative,-0.999008119
"US would support Sri Lanka in efforts to manage debt, stabilize economy: Ambassador Teplitz",4/14/2021,Economy,"The United States was ready to support Sri Lanka it is efforts to manage debt and stabilize the economy, US Ambassador t...","US would support Sri Lanka in efforts to manage debt, stabilize economy: Ambassador Teplitz The United States was ready to support Sri Lanka it is efforts to manage debt and stabilize the economy, US Ambassador t...",positive,0.987276614
Happy Aluth Avurudda: US President Joe Biden,4/14/2021,International Relations," US President Joe Biden has wished a ""happy Aluth Avurudda"" and happy Tamil New Year to Sri Lankans and other South Asia...","Happy Aluth Avurudda: US President Joe Biden  US President Joe Biden has wished a ""happy Aluth Avurudda"" and happy Tamil New Year to Sri Lankans and other South Asia...",positive,0.999682546
Sri Lanka President extends wishes for Sinhala and Tamil New Year,4/14/2021,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has extended good wishes for the traditional New Year which is celebrated by th...,Sri Lanka President extends wishes for Sinhala and Tamil New Year Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has extended good wishes for the traditional New Year which is celebrated by th...,positive,0.997858226
Sri Lanka's Muslims to begin Ramadan fasting tomorrow,4/13/2021,Religion,Muslims in Sri Lanka will begin Ramadan fasting at dawn tomorrow (14) as the moon was not sighted over the island last n...,Sri Lanka's Muslims to begin Ramadan fasting tomorrow Muslims in Sri Lanka will begin Ramadan fasting at dawn tomorrow (14) as the moon was not sighted over the island last n...,positive,0.789883018
Sri Lanka warned against 'Hitler' wish by German envoy,4/13/2021,Political News,German Ambassador Holger Seubert has warned Sri Lanka against wishing for a 'Hitler' after a minister expressed a wish f...,Sri Lanka warned against 'Hitler' wish by German envoy German Ambassador Holger Seubert has warned Sri Lanka against wishing for a 'Hitler' after a minister expressed a wish f...,negative,-0.980682373
Hemas Holdings 'AAA(lka)' rating confirmed by Fitch,4/13/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Fitch Ratings has confirmed at 'AAA(lka)' domestic rating of Sri Lanka's Hemas Holdings Plc, with a stable outlook based...","Hemas Holdings 'AAA(lka)' rating confirmed by Fitch Fitch Ratings has confirmed at 'AAA(lka)' domestic rating of Sri Lanka's Hemas Holdings Plc, with a stable outlook based...",positive,0.998027503
Highway highjinks: Five Akurana residents under arrest,4/13/2021,Crime,The four young men who brazenly stuck their torsos out of a moving vehicle on the southern expressway last Saturday (10)...,Highway highjinks: Five Akurana residents under arrest The four young men who brazenly stuck their torsos out of a moving vehicle on the southern expressway last Saturday (10)...,negative,-0.992816448
80 percent of Colombo's private bus drivers are on drugs; test on the cards: state minister,4/13/2021,Transport,"Some 80 percent of private bus drivers that operate in Colombo and its suburbs drive under the influence of narcotics, S...","80 percent of Colombo's private bus drivers are on drugs; test on the cards: state minister Some 80 percent of private bus drivers that operate in Colombo and its suburbs drive under the influence of narcotics, S...",negative,-0.971358716
Sri Lanka's provincial polls to be held under 70-30 PR system: state minister,4/13/2021,Politics,"Sri Lanka plans to hold the upcoming provincial council elections under a 70-30 proportional representation system, Stat...","Sri Lanka's provincial polls to be held under 70-30 PR system: state minister Sri Lanka plans to hold the upcoming provincial council elections under a 70-30 proportional representation system, Stat...",negative,-0.968319058
"Sri Lanka will discourage FDI with abrupt tax changes, policy upheavals: Eran",4/13/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka will find it hard to attract foreign direct investors with sudden policy changes and bans announced by gazette...,"Sri Lanka will discourage FDI with abrupt tax changes, policy upheavals: Eran Sri Lanka will find it hard to attract foreign direct investors with sudden policy changes and bans announced by gazette...",negative,-0.999613464
Sri Lanka seeks to extend payment terms for oil imports,4/13/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka is in talks with oil supplying countries to extend payments terms for up to one year, Treasury Secretary S R A...","Sri Lanka seeks to extend payment terms for oil imports Sri Lanka is in talks with oil supplying countries to extend payments terms for up to one year, Treasury Secretary S R A...",negative,-0.913254499
Met Dept issues severe lightning warning for several areas,4/12/2021,Weather and Climate,The Sri Lanka Meteorological Department has warned people to be cautious of thundershowers accompanied by severe lightin...,Met Dept issues severe lightning warning for several areas The Sri Lanka Meteorological Department has warned people to be cautious of thundershowers accompanied by severe lightin...,negative,-0.987326086
Sri Lanka stocks end 1.34-pct higher,4/12/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.34 percent on Monday, the ASPI was pushed up by index heavy Expolanka Holdings, Hayleys Plc an...","Sri Lanka stocks end 1.34-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.34 percent on Monday, the ASPI was pushed up by index heavy Expolanka Holdings, Hayleys Plc an...",negative,-0.987082601
"Rs 5,000 allowance in disarray as Grama Niladharis, Samurdhi officers boycott",4/12/2021,Economy,"A relief programme to provide a one-time cash allowance of Rs 5,000 each to 2.8 million low-income families for the upco...","Rs 5,000 allowance in disarray as Grama Niladharis, Samurdhi officers boycott A relief programme to provide a one-time cash allowance of Rs 5,000 each to 2.8 million low-income families for the upco...",negative,-0.997912467
Third wave likely in May; govt should've banned Avrudu festivals: PHIs,4/12/2021,Health,Sri Lanka will very likely experience a third wave of the COVID-19 pandemic in the wake of the national New Year celebra...,Third wave likely in May; govt should've banned Avrudu festivals: PHIs Sri Lanka will very likely experience a third wave of the COVID-19 pandemic in the wake of the national New Year celebra...,negative,-0.99446255
Sri Lanka signs US$500mn loan with China Development Bank,4/12/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka has inked the agreement to get a 500 million US dollar loan from China Development Bank, Treasury Secretary S ...","Sri Lanka signs US$500mn loan with China Development Bank Sri Lanka has inked the agreement to get a 500 million US dollar loan from China Development Bank, Treasury Secretary S ...",negative,-0.752709985
Sri Lanka to advertise internationally for Colombo Port City Commission staff,4/12/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka will advertise internationally to hire staff for Colombo Port City Commission, which will function as an indep...","Sri Lanka to advertise internationally for Colombo Port City Commission staff Sri Lanka will advertise internationally to hire staff for Colombo Port City Commission, which will function as an indep...",positive,0.731588185
Highway highjinks: Police track down miscreants,4/12/2021,Crime,Police has tracked down the owner of a car that was being driven recklessly on the southern expressway last Saturday (10...,Highway highjinks: Police track down miscreants Police has tracked down the owner of a car that was being driven recklessly on the southern expressway last Saturday (10...,negative,-0.991889536
Singapore Airlines increases Sri Lanka flights to 5 times a week,4/12/2021,Aviation,Singapore Airlines said it is increasing weekly flights to Sri Lanka's capital Colombo from the current three to five a ...,Singapore Airlines increases Sri Lanka flights to 5 times a week Singapore Airlines said it is increasing weekly flights to Sri Lanka's capital Colombo from the current three to five a ...,positive,0.98196584
Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 202/203 to the one-month dollar,4/12/2021,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted steady at 202.00/203 to the one month US dollar Monday while gilt yields remained unchanged,...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 202/203 to the one-month dollar  Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted steady at 202.00/203 to the one month US dollar Monday while gilt yields remained unchanged,...",negative,-0.98158145
"Sri Lanka has a corrupted inflation targeting, output gap targeting not in line with monetary law: W...",4/12/2021,Economy,Targeting an output gap with printed money is not in line with the original intentions of Sri Lanka's Monetary Law Act a...,"Sri Lanka has a corrupted inflation targeting, output gap targeting not in line with monetary law: W... Targeting an output gap with printed money is not in line with the original intentions of Sri Lanka's Monetary Law Act a...",negative,-0.99954468
Sri Lanka's Standard Chartered Bank 'AAA(lka)' rating confirmed: Fitch,4/11/2021,Banking,Fitch Ratings has confirmed a 'AAA(lka)' rating of Sri Lanka's Standard Chartered Bank branch amid a rise in bad loans b...,Sri Lanka's Standard Chartered Bank 'AAA(lka)' rating confirmed: Fitch Fitch Ratings has confirmed a 'AAA(lka)' rating of Sri Lanka's Standard Chartered Bank branch amid a rise in bad loans b...,negative,-0.997465134
"Sri Lanka FM meets US envoy: support for climate change, green energy",4/11/2021,Political News,"Climate change, green energy and information technology were identified as priority areas for US support at a meeting be...","Sri Lanka FM meets US envoy: support for climate change, green energy Climate change, green energy and information technology were identified as priority areas for US support at a meeting be...",positive,0.994369805
"Sri Lanka to allow palm stearin imports, other fractions 'unhealthy'",4/11/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka will allow palm stearin, a fraction of palm oil produced through an industrial process used in food products, ...","Sri Lanka to allow palm stearin imports, other fractions 'unhealthy' Sri Lanka will allow palm stearin, a fraction of palm oil produced through an industrial process used in food products, ...",negative,-0.991797805
Sri Lanka's China-backed Port City to bring in US$5bn in land sales,4/11/2021,Business,The passage of Colombo Port City Commission new law governing a reclaimed extension to the capital's central business di...,Sri Lanka's China-backed Port City to bring in US$5bn in land sales The passage of Colombo Port City Commission new law governing a reclaimed extension to the capital's central business di...,negative,-0.938244462
"India says boosting Covid-19 vaccine production, as Sri Lanka faces delay in order",4/10/2021,Economy,India is boosting vaccine production capacity as domestic cases also continue to rise and Sri Lanka has said the origina...,"India says boosting Covid-19 vaccine production, as Sri Lanka faces delay in order India is boosting vaccine production capacity as domestic cases also continue to rise and Sri Lanka has said the origina...",positive,0.990694642
Sri Lanka’s  Mrs. World defends her ‘despicable’ behaviour,4/10/2021,Culture,"The reigning Mrs. World, Caroline Jurie, had strongly defended her action in yanking the crown off the latest Mrs. Sri L...","Sri Lanka’s  Mrs. World defends her ‘despicable’ behaviour The reigning Mrs. World, Caroline Jurie, had strongly defended her action in yanking the crown off the latest Mrs. Sri L...",positive,0.570696771
"Most Sri Lanka Covid-19 moratorium debt recovering, about 20-pct under stress: regulator",4/10/2021,Banking,A majority of borrowers given in Sri Lanka given a debt under moratorium given as relief during the Coronavirus have beg...,"Most Sri Lanka Covid-19 moratorium debt recovering, about 20-pct under stress: regulator A majority of borrowers given in Sri Lanka given a debt under moratorium given as relief during the Coronavirus have beg...",negative,-0.994274914
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.62 higher,4/9/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.62 percent Friday helped by index heavy John Keells Holdings, LB Finance Plc and LOLC Holdings...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.62 higher Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.62 percent Friday helped by index heavy John Keells Holdings, LB Finance Plc and LOLC Holdings...",negative,-0.922750115
Sri Lanka sells 10.4 billion rupees of bonds,4/9/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has sold 10.4 billion rupees of 2023 and 2028 bonds at an auction Friday, after offering 45 billion rupees, da...","Sri Lanka sells 10.4 billion rupees of bonds Sri Lanka has sold 10.4 billion rupees of 2023 and 2028 bonds at an auction Friday, after offering 45 billion rupees, da...",negative,-0.938860118
"More buses, trains deployed for Sri Lankans visiting hometowns for New Year",4/9/2021,Transport,The Ministry of Transport has deployed more buses and trains for Sri Lankans visiting their hometowns for the upcoming S...,"More buses, trains deployed for Sri Lankans visiting hometowns for New Year The Ministry of Transport has deployed more buses and trains for Sri Lankans visiting their hometowns for the upcoming S...",positive,0.941990614
MT New Diamond fire: Sri Lanka forwards Rs 3.4 bn claim to Greek shipping company,4/9/2021,Environment,Sri Lanka’s Attorney General Dappula de Livera has forwarded a marine environmental pollution claim of Rs 3.4 billion ...,MT New Diamond fire: Sri Lanka forwards Rs 3.4 bn claim to Greek shipping company Sri Lanka’s Attorney General Dappula de Livera has forwarded a marine environmental pollution claim of Rs 3.4 billion ...,negative,-0.969054639
Fr Cyril Fernando defends Cardinal's controversial comment,4/9/2021,Politics,Colombo Archbishop Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith’s scathing remarks on former President Maithripala Sirisena last Sunday (0...,Fr Cyril Fernando defends Cardinal's controversial comment Colombo Archbishop Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith’s scathing remarks on former President Maithripala Sirisena last Sunday (0...,negative,-0.906232953
"Ban-nomics: Sri Lanka to ban imports of handloom textiles, printed batiks",4/9/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka will ban the import of printed batik and handloom textiles to eliminate competition from imports for domestic ...,"Ban-nomics: Sri Lanka to ban imports of handloom textiles, printed batiks Sri Lanka will ban the import of printed batik and handloom textiles to eliminate competition from imports for domestic ...",negative,-0.943326175
Ajith Mannapperuma sworn in as new SJB MP,4/9/2021,Politics,Former MP Ajith Mannapperuma was sworn in as a new member of parliament today in place of Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) M...,Ajith Mannapperuma sworn in as new SJB MP Former MP Ajith Mannapperuma was sworn in as a new member of parliament today in place of Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) M...,positive,0.985293806
"UK, Danish, South African COVID-19 strains found in 12 samples in Sri Lanka",4/9/2021,Health,"A 55-sample sequencing test for the month of March has revealed seven cases of the UK strain of COVID-19, three cases of...","UK, Danish, South African COVID-19 strains found in 12 samples in Sri Lanka A 55-sample sequencing test for the month of March has revealed seven cases of the UK strain of COVID-19, three cases of...",negative,-0.983317852
"Jaffna mayor arrested for promoting LTTE ""police"" uniform: Police",4/9/2021,Law and Order,Jaffna Mayor Visvalingam Manivannan was taken into custody this morning by the Jaffna police on charges of promoting uni...,"Jaffna mayor arrested for promoting LTTE ""police"" uniform: Police Jaffna Mayor Visvalingam Manivannan was taken into custody this morning by the Jaffna police on charges of promoting uni...",negative,-0.98033601
Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 201.25/202.50 to one week US dollar,4/9/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted steady at 201.25/202.50 to the one week US dollar Friday while gilt yields remained unchanged...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 201.25/202.50 to one week US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted steady at 201.25/202.50 to the one week US dollar Friday while gilt yields remained unchanged...,negative,-0.976958156
"Sri Lanka helicopter drops Rs60bn, CB bills stock tops Rs900bn",4/9/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has printed 60 billion rupees this week taking the central bank's Treasury bill stock to 904 billion rupees by...,"Sri Lanka helicopter drops Rs60bn, CB bills stock tops Rs900bn Sri Lanka has printed 60 billion rupees this week taking the central bank's Treasury bill stock to 904 billion rupees by...",negative,-0.995523691
Sri Lanka's Buth Curry Index by Advocata Institute to track cost of eating,4/9/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's Advocata Institute has launched a Buth Curry Index, which tracks the prices of several foods items widely us...","Sri Lanka's Buth Curry Index by Advocata Institute to track cost of eating Sri Lanka's Advocata Institute has launched a Buth Curry Index, which tracks the prices of several foods items widely us...",negative,-0.968735278
Sri Lanka cautioned on money laundering risks at China-backed Colombo Port City,4/9/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has to be vigilant against unintended consequences of 'nefarious actors' who may try to mis-use a China-backed...,Sri Lanka cautioned on money laundering risks at China-backed Colombo Port City Sri Lanka has to be vigilant against unintended consequences of 'nefarious actors' who may try to mis-use a China-backed...,negative,-0.926416218
Sri Lanka police bails out Mrs World after uncrowning drama,4/8/2021,Culture,Police Thursday arrested the reigning Mrs. World Caroline Jurie on charges of using “criminal force” against the lat...,Sri Lanka police bails out Mrs World after uncrowning drama Police Thursday arrested the reigning Mrs. World Caroline Jurie on charges of using “criminal force” against the lat...,negative,-0.973814189
Sri Lanka in talks to acquire seven million doses of Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine: Health Minister,4/8/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka plans to purchase seven million doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine next year, and discussions are under way ...","Sri Lanka in talks to acquire seven million doses of Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine: Health Minister Sri Lanka plans to purchase seven million doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine next year, and discussions are under way ...",negative,-0.742754281
Sri Lanka seeks Middle East funds to beef up BOP,4/8/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka is in a mission to the Middle East to secure funding to buffer the island's external payments, Central Bank Go...","Sri Lanka seeks Middle East funds to beef up BOP Sri Lanka is in a mission to the Middle East to secure funding to buffer the island's external payments, Central Bank Go...",negative,-0.959917426
Temperamental weather forecast for Sri Lanka: Heavy rainfall amid extreme heat,4/8/2021,Weather and Climate,"The sun will continue to shine directly above Sri Lanka till April 14 resulting in extreme heat, even as the rest of the...","Temperamental weather forecast for Sri Lanka: Heavy rainfall amid extreme heat The sun will continue to shine directly above Sri Lanka till April 14 resulting in extreme heat, even as the rest of the...",positive,0.997571051
Sri Lanka arrests Mrs World over battle of beauties,4/8/2021,Culture,Sri Lanka’s police Thursday arrested the reigning Mrs World Caroline Jurie over her role in de-crowning Mrs. Sri Lanka...,Sri Lanka arrests Mrs World over battle of beauties Sri Lanka’s police Thursday arrested the reigning Mrs World Caroline Jurie over her role in de-crowning Mrs. Sri Lanka...,negative,-0.943943739
Pandemonium in parliament over Ranjan's seat,4/8/2021,Politics,Pandemonium reigned in parliament today for a second day running as a heated exchange between opposition MP Field Marsha...,Pandemonium in parliament over Ranjan's seat Pandemonium reigned in parliament today for a second day running as a heated exchange between opposition MP Field Marsha...,positive,0.791096032
Sri Lanka forex reserves drop to US$4.1bn in March 2021,4/8/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's forex reserves dropped to 4.1 billion US dollars in March 2021 from 4,583 million dollars in February, the c...","Sri Lanka forex reserves drop to US$4.1bn in March 2021 Sri Lanka's forex reserves dropped to 4.1 billion US dollars in March 2021 from 4,583 million dollars in February, the c...",negative,-0.992540836
Sri Lanka's LECO pay interest on customer deposits,4/8/2021,Energy,"Sri Lanka's Lanka Electric Company, one of two state-run power distributors will pay interest on customer deposits from,...","Sri Lanka's LECO pay interest on customer deposits Sri Lanka's Lanka Electric Company, one of two state-run power distributors will pay interest on customer deposits from,...",negative,-0.973601282
Sri Lanka central bank keeps 'historic low' rates as forex reserves drop,4/8/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank said it is maintaining its historic low interest rates as foreign reserves continued to drop am...,Sri Lanka central bank keeps 'historic low' rates as forex reserves drop Sri Lanka's central bank said it is maintaining its historic low interest rates as foreign reserves continued to drop am...,negative,-0.992081404
Sri Lanka fails to sell 58-pct of Treasuries auction,4/8/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has failed to sell 58 percent of a 45 billion rupee Treauries auction amid price ceilings above which unsold b...,Sri Lanka fails to sell 58-pct of Treasuries auction Sri Lanka has failed to sell 58 percent of a 45 billion rupee Treauries auction amid price ceilings above which unsold b...,negative,-0.999685526
Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 201.00/202.50 to one week dollar,4/7/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 201.00/202.50 to the one week US dollar on Wednesday while gilt yields were flat on...,Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 201.00/202.50 to one week dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 201.00/202.50 to the one week US dollar on Wednesday while gilt yields were flat on...,negative,-0.998873532
"Avurudu festivals limited to 100 people; no ""pillow fights"" or tug-o-war, says MoH",4/7/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka has limited festivals celebrating the upcoming traditional new year to 100 people at a time, with a blanket ba...","Avurudu festivals limited to 100 people; no ""pillow fights"" or tug-o-war, says MoH Sri Lanka has limited festivals celebrating the upcoming traditional new year to 100 people at a time, with a blanket ba...",negative,-0.97962153
"De-crowned Mrs. Sri Lanka regains title, set to sue Mrs. World",4/7/2021,Culture,"The de-crowned Mrs. Sri Lanka 2021, Pushpika de Silva has regained her title, but is set to sue her predecessor Caroline...","De-crowned Mrs. Sri Lanka regains title, set to sue Mrs. World The de-crowned Mrs. Sri Lanka 2021, Pushpika de Silva has regained her title, but is set to sue her predecessor Caroline...",negative,-0.998744249
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.41-pct higher,4/7/2021,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.41 percent Wednesday helped by index heavy LOLC Holdings, Melstacorp Plc and Hatton National B...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.41-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.41 percent Wednesday helped by index heavy LOLC Holdings, Melstacorp Plc and Hatton National B...",negative,-0.925041974
Colombo Municipal Council launches automated hotline,4/7/2021,Miscellaneous,"The Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) announced an automated hotline, +94112208208, for the public to contact the council ...","Colombo Municipal Council launches automated hotline The Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) announced an automated hotline, +94112208208, for the public to contact the council ...",negative,-0.971674204
"Sri Lanka bakers not doomed by palm oil ban Trade Minister says, license raj to the rescue",4/7/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's bakery industry is not doomed as claimed by some but a license raj on import controls will be extended to re...,"Sri Lanka bakers not doomed by palm oil ban Trade Minister says, license raj to the rescue Sri Lanka's bakery industry is not doomed as claimed by some but a license raj on import controls will be extended to re...",negative,-0.983904362
UNP's Green Declaration proposes stringent laws to protect Sri Lanka's environment,4/7/2021,Environment,"The United National Party (UNP) issued a Green Declaration today, proposing amendments to Sri Lanka’s Forest Ordinance...","UNP's Green Declaration proposes stringent laws to protect Sri Lanka's environment The United National Party (UNP) issued a Green Declaration today, proposing amendments to Sri Lanka’s Forest Ordinance...",positive,0.947488904
"Sri Lanka food, shampoo firms hit by midnight 'regime uncertainty' as palm oil banned",4/7/2021,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka firms producing a range of foods and personal care items would be hit by a palm oil ban, in addition to public...","Sri Lanka food, shampoo firms hit by midnight 'regime uncertainty' as palm oil banned Sri Lanka firms producing a range of foods and personal care items would be hit by a palm oil ban, in addition to public...",negative,-0.999432147
Ranjan's seat rendered vacant; ex-MP Ajith Mannaperuma to take his place: Speaker,4/7/2021,Politics,"The parliamentary seat of main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) MP Ranjan Ramanayake, who is currently serving a ...","Ranjan's seat rendered vacant; ex-MP Ajith Mannaperuma to take his place: Speaker The parliamentary seat of main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) MP Ranjan Ramanayake, who is currently serving a ...",negative,-0.993905008
Sri Lanka National Archives on major digitisation drive; 10PB of archives by 2027,4/7/2021,Culture,Sri Lanka’s Department of National Archives is on a major digitisation drive that will see 10 petabytes of digital and...,Sri Lanka National Archives on major digitisation drive; 10PB of archives by 2027 Sri Lanka’s Department of National Archives is on a major digitisation drive that will see 10 petabytes of digital and...,positive,0.972464263
Sri Lanka may revise midnight gazette banning palm oil: Minister,4/7/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka may revise a midnight gazette banning the import of palm oil issued on April 06, cabinet spokesman Minister Ke...","Sri Lanka may revise midnight gazette banning palm oil: Minister Sri Lanka may revise a midnight gazette banning the import of palm oil issued on April 06, cabinet spokesman Minister Ke...",negative,-0.991085827
"Sri Lanka palm oil ban would push up prices, give profits to those with stocks: Harsha",4/7/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's palm oil ban was a 'knee-jerk' reaction that would push up costs for consumers and businesses and would give...,"Sri Lanka palm oil ban would push up prices, give profits to those with stocks: Harsha Sri Lanka's palm oil ban was a 'knee-jerk' reaction that would push up costs for consumers and businesses and would give...",negative,-0.996340394
Sri Lanka may get US$800mn equivalent from IMF SDR allocation: Minister Cabraal,4/7/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka could get up to 800 million US dollars worth reserves from the International Monetary Fund as a part of a new ...,Sri Lanka may get US$800mn equivalent from IMF SDR allocation: Minister Cabraal Sri Lanka could get up to 800 million US dollars worth reserves from the International Monetary Fund as a part of a new ...,negative,-0.997567654
Sri Lanka 2021 GDP growth forecast lowered to 4.0-pct by IMF,4/6/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's gross domestic product in 2021 has been downgraded to 4.0 percent by the International Monetary Fund from a ...,Sri Lanka 2021 GDP growth forecast lowered to 4.0-pct by IMF Sri Lanka's gross domestic product in 2021 has been downgraded to 4.0 percent by the International Monetary Fund from a ...,negative,-0.999002278
Sri Lanka Colombo Port City featured in on Veemansa forum,4/6/2021,General Services,Sri Lanka's Colombo Port City will be featured on an online forum where Secretary to the President P B Jayasundera will ...,Sri Lanka Colombo Port City featured in on Veemansa forum Sri Lanka's Colombo Port City will be featured on an online forum where Secretary to the President P B Jayasundera will ...,positive,0.962982178
Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 201.00/202 to the one week US dollar,4/6/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 201.00/202 to the one week US dollar on Tuesday while gilt yields were flat on dull...,Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 201.00/202 to the one week US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 201.00/202 to the one week US dollar on Tuesday while gilt yields were flat on dull...,negative,-0.999584138
"Sri Lanka Easter bombings: Masterminds already known; no desire to conceal findings, says minister",4/6/2021,Terrorism,"With opposition pressure mounting to find the brains behind the 2019 Easter bombings, Sri Lanka reiterated today that Ma...","Sri Lanka Easter bombings: Masterminds already known; no desire to conceal findings, says minister With opposition pressure mounting to find the brains behind the 2019 Easter bombings, Sri Lanka reiterated today that Ma...",negative,-0.840280533
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.87-pct higher,4/6/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.87 percent on Tuesday continuing the momentum with index heavy Hayleys Plc, Vallibel One and R...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.87-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.87 percent on Tuesday continuing the momentum with index heavy Hayleys Plc, Vallibel One and R...",positive,0.738992751
Sinharaja reservoir project: UNP writes to UN Secy Gen,4/6/2021,Environment,The United National Party (UNP) has requested United Nations Secretary General António Guterres to ensure that Sri Lank...,Sinharaja reservoir project: UNP writes to UN Secy Gen The United National Party (UNP) has requested United Nations Secretary General António Guterres to ensure that Sri Lank...,negative,-0.987566471
Oman extends amnesty for stranded Sri Lankan workers till June,4/6/2021,Health,The government of Oman has extended an amnesty granted to stranded Sri Lankan workers with a full waiver of all penaltie...,Oman extends amnesty for stranded Sri Lankan workers till June The government of Oman has extended an amnesty granted to stranded Sri Lankan workers with a full waiver of all penaltie...,negative,-0.543656111
Investigation launched over Sri Lanka Standards DG's aflatoxins comments: Keheliya,4/6/2021,Health,An investigation has been launched over a controversial statement attributed to Sri Lanka Standards Institute (SLSI) Dir...,Investigation launched over Sri Lanka Standards DG's aflatoxins comments: Keheliya An investigation has been launched over a controversial statement attributed to Sri Lanka Standards Institute (SLSI) Dir...,negative,-0.992991447
Sri Lanka plantations with oil palm plunge after uprooting directive,4/6/2021,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's plantations stocks plunged after President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said they would be required to uproot oil palm...,Sri Lanka plantations with oil palm plunge after uprooting directive Sri Lanka's plantations stocks plunged after President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said they would be required to uproot oil palm...,negative,-0.993148148
Sri Lanka shuts out Sinopharm despite Chinese gift,4/6/2021,Health,Sri Lanka has effectively shut the door for the Chinese-made Sinopharm jab despite Beijing’s vaccine diplomacy of maki...,Sri Lanka shuts out Sinopharm despite Chinese gift Sri Lanka has effectively shut the door for the Chinese-made Sinopharm jab despite Beijing’s vaccine diplomacy of maki...,negative,-0.998521388
Digital store to be added to Sri Lanka's National Archives Dept,4/6/2021,Culture,Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to establish a “digital store” to conserve the digital co...,Digital store to be added to Sri Lanka's National Archives Dept Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to establish a “digital store” to conserve the digital co...,positive,0.853901327
Sri Lanka to merge tourism promotion agencies under new law,4/6/2021,Business,Sri Lanka will bring a new Tourism Act to merge three agencies and repeal the existing law to be able to improve co-ordi...,Sri Lanka to merge tourism promotion agencies under new law Sri Lanka will bring a new Tourism Act to merge three agencies and repeal the existing law to be able to improve co-ordi...,negative,-0.89148432
"Sri Lanka collects US$360mn from special forex accounts, extra time given",4/6/2021,Banking,"Sri Lanka's banks had collected 360 million dollars into special deposit accounts that pay extra interest, and the time ...","Sri Lanka collects US$360mn from special forex accounts, extra time given Sri Lanka's banks had collected 360 million dollars into special deposit accounts that pay extra interest, and the time ...",negative,-0.975760937
"200,000 doses of Russia's Sputnik V jab to arrive in Sri Lanka mid-April: SPC",4/6/2021,Health,Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to purchase another six million doses of the Russian-made Spu...,"200,000 doses of Russia's Sputnik V jab to arrive in Sri Lanka mid-April: SPC Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to purchase another six million doses of the Russian-made Spu...",negative,-0.927877545
Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 201.00/201.40 to the one week US dollar,4/6/2021,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 201.00/201.40 to the one week US dollar on Tuesday while gilt yields were flat on ...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 201.00/201.40 to the one week US dollar  Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 201.00/201.40 to the one week US dollar on Tuesday while gilt yields were flat on ...,negative,-0.998915672
Many Sri Lanka expats in Lebanon who asked to return stays on,4/6/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's embassy in Lebanon said that 860 out of 1384 stranded Sri Lankans who had registered for an evacuation list ...,Many Sri Lanka expats in Lebanon who asked to return stays on Sri Lanka's embassy in Lebanon said that 860 out of 1384 stranded Sri Lankans who had registered for an evacuation list ...,negative,-0.997981131
Sri Lanka part settles billion dollar Federal Reserve repo,4/6/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka has settled half of a billion US dollar repo transaction with the Federal Reserve, executed last year official...","Sri Lanka part settles billion dollar Federal Reserve repo Sri Lanka has settled half of a billion US dollar repo transaction with the Federal Reserve, executed last year official...",negative,-0.975301504
Sri Lanka's approves Chrissworld Ltd for empower board listing,4/6/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange said it had approved a company called Chrissworld Limited to list on a board a board ...,Sri Lanka's approves Chrissworld Ltd for empower board listing Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange said it had approved a company called Chrissworld Limited to list on a board a board ...,positive,0.650209725
Sri Lanka's misguided state priorities and how to reset them,4/6/2021,Arthashasthra,"In the previous Arthashasthra columns, I showed that the Sri Lankan state’s priorities were all wrong; it was not doin...","Sri Lanka's misguided state priorities and how to reset them In the previous Arthashasthra columns, I showed that the Sri Lankan state’s priorities were all wrong; it was not doin...",negative,-0.999484658
"Sri Lanka President bans palm oil imports, plantations to uproot oil palm",4/5/2021,Agriculture,Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had banned the import of palm oil and plantations companies would be required upr...,"Sri Lanka President bans palm oil imports, plantations to uproot oil palm Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had banned the import of palm oil and plantations companies would be required upr...",negative,-0.991202474
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 200.50/200.90 to the one week US dollar,4/5/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 200.50/200.90 to the one week US dollar on Monday while gilt yields were flat on du...,Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 200.50/200.90 to the one week US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 200.50/200.90 to the one week US dollar on Monday while gilt yields were flat on du...,negative,-0.99917537
"Dayasiri questions Cardinal's remarks, says he's politically compromised",4/5/2021,Politics,A scathing attack launched by Colombo Archbishop Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith yesterday against former President Maithripala...,"Dayasiri questions Cardinal's remarks, says he's politically compromised A scathing attack launched by Colombo Archbishop Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith yesterday against former President Maithripala...",negative,-0.995694041
Sri Lanka’s brawling beauties end up at the police station,4/5/2021,Culture,A high-profile beauty pageant for Sri Lanka's married women ended in disaster as the winner was unceremoniously de-crown...,Sri Lanka’s brawling beauties end up at the police station A high-profile beauty pageant for Sri Lanka's married women ended in disaster as the winner was unceremoniously de-crown...,negative,-0.99976629
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.34-pct higher,4/5/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.34 per cent on Monday continuing the momentum for the second week into April with ASPI pushed ...,Sri Lanka stocks end 0.34-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.34 per cent on Monday continuing the momentum for the second week into April with ASPI pushed ...,negative,-0.956112385
Sri Lanka to receive first batch of Russia's Sputnik V jab this month: SPC,4/5/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka will receive the Russian Sputnik V vaccine this month, with a decision to extend the current purchase order of...","Sri Lanka to receive first batch of Russia's Sputnik V jab this month: SPC Sri Lanka will receive the Russian Sputnik V vaccine this month, with a decision to extend the current purchase order of...",negative,-0.815785825
Sri Lanka to give second dose from April 19 with left-over stock,4/5/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka will start giving the second dose of a Coronavirus vaccine to over 900,000  recipients of the first does from ...","Sri Lanka to give second dose from April 19 with left-over stock Sri Lanka will start giving the second dose of a Coronavirus vaccine to over 900,000  recipients of the first does from ...",negative,-0.996443808
"122 Sri Lankan migrant workers dead of COVID-19; over 30,000 lose jobs: Labour minister",4/5/2021,Health,"One hundred and twenty-two Sri Lankan migrant workers have died of COVID-19, with 30,832 returning to the country having...","122 Sri Lankan migrant workers dead of COVID-19; over 30,000 lose jobs: Labour minister One hundred and twenty-two Sri Lankan migrant workers have died of COVID-19, with 30,832 returning to the country having...",negative,-0.99949038
"""Internal"" struggle in govt against forces trying to destroy it from within: Gammanpila",4/5/2021,Politics,There is an “internal” struggle in the government that those who helped bring President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s admin...,"""Internal"" struggle in govt against forces trying to destroy it from within: Gammanpila There is an “internal” struggle in the government that those who helped bring President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s admin...",negative,-0.925071657
Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 200.50/201 to the one week US dollar,4/5/2021,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 200.50/201 to the one week US dollar on Monday while gilt yields were flat on dull...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 200.50/201 to the one week US dollar  Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 200.50/201 to the one week US dollar on Monday while gilt yields were flat on dull...,negative,-0.999546707
Vietnam Deputy PM joins human trials of homegrown Coronavirus vaccine,4/5/2021,Vietnam News,"Vietnam Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam, who heads the country's anti-Coronavirus task force has volunteered for the hu...","Vietnam Deputy PM joins human trials of homegrown Coronavirus vaccine Vietnam Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam, who heads the country's anti-Coronavirus task force has volunteered for the hu...",negative,-0.910640955
"Sri Lanka sees 4,500 tourist arrivals in March, Kazakhstan leads",4/5/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka has welcomed 4,581 tourists in March 2021, up from 3,366 in February after the Indian Ocean island re-opened f...","Sri Lanka sees 4,500 tourist arrivals in March, Kazakhstan leads Sri Lanka has welcomed 4,581 tourists in March 2021, up from 3,366 in February after the Indian Ocean island re-opened f...",positive,0.996452928
"Sri Lanka private credit up, SOEs borrow more in Feb 2021",4/5/2021,Banking,"Sri Lanka's credit to private business rose to 79.4 billion rupees in February 2021, the highest since September 2020, w...","Sri Lanka private credit up, SOEs borrow more in Feb 2021 Sri Lanka's credit to private business rose to 79.4 billion rupees in February 2021, the highest since September 2020, w...",negative,-0.82601887
"Sri Lanka President knew revenues will be lost, VAT cut to remain for 5-years: Jayasundera",4/4/2021,Economy," Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa knew revenue will be lost by tax cuts but he considered it an investment, and ...","Sri Lanka President knew revenues will be lost, VAT cut to remain for 5-years: Jayasundera  Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa knew revenue will be lost by tax cuts but he considered it an investment, and ...",negative,-0.983975112
Argentina president tests positive after getting Sputnik vaccine,4/4/2021,Health,Argentina's President Alberto Fernandez has tested positive for Coronavirus after getting two doses of Russia's Sputnik ...,Argentina president tests positive after getting Sputnik vaccine Argentina's President Alberto Fernandez has tested positive for Coronavirus after getting two doses of Russia's Sputnik ...,negative,-0.963202655
"Sri Lanka denies plan to delay domestic dollar loan repayments, SLDBs",4/4/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank has denied that repayment of forex loans taken from local banks and dollar denominated domestic...,"Sri Lanka denies plan to delay domestic dollar loan repayments, SLDBs Sri Lanka's central bank has denied that repayment of forex loans taken from local banks and dollar denominated domestic...",negative,-0.949069917
"China to pursue third country investment to Sri Lanka's Port City, Hambantota zone",4/4/2021,Economy,China will work with Sri Lanka to bring third country investments to Colombo Port City and Hambantota Special Economic Z...,"China to pursue third country investment to Sri Lanka's Port City, Hambantota zone China will work with Sri Lanka to bring third country investments to Colombo Port City and Hambantota Special Economic Z...",positive,0.994271159
Sri Lanka to give police protection for churches on Easter bombing anniversary,4/3/2021,Defence,"Sri Lanka's police and military will give protection to 1,944 churches around the country on the second anniversary of a...","Sri Lanka to give police protection for churches on Easter bombing anniversary Sri Lanka's police and military will give protection to 1,944 churches around the country on the second anniversary of a...",positive,0.986996531
"Sri Lanka Bar Association concerned about police brutality, says will intervene if necessary",4/3/2021,Human Rights,The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) will observe action being taken to curb what it calls a disturbing trend of poli...,"Sri Lanka Bar Association concerned about police brutality, says will intervene if necessary The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) will observe action being taken to curb what it calls a disturbing trend of poli...",negative,-0.858178139
Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon plans Rs10bn venture fund,4/3/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka's state-run Bank of Ceylon is planning a 10 billion rupees venture capital fund after seeing high balance shee...,Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon plans Rs10bn venture fund Sri Lanka's state-run Bank of Ceylon is planning a 10 billion rupees venture capital fund after seeing high balance shee...,negative,-0.970661819
"US inflation will overshoot target, Powell delusional: Hanke",4/3/2021,Economy,US inflation is likely to go as much as 5 percent with broad money supply beginning to grow at unprecedented rates and F...,"US inflation will overshoot target, Powell delusional: Hanke US inflation is likely to go as much as 5 percent with broad money supply beginning to grow at unprecedented rates and F...",negative,-0.995928943
Sri Lanka's central bank invites public to open forex accounts,4/2/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank is inviting members of the public who have in their hand legitimately acquired foreign currency...,Sri Lanka's central bank invites public to open forex accounts Sri Lanka's central bank is inviting members of the public who have in their hand legitimately acquired foreign currency...,positive,0.996846974
Sri Lanka calls for early finalisation of BIMSTEC association of parliamentarians charter,4/2/2021,International Relations,Sri Lanka has called for an early finalisation of the charter of the Association of Parliamentarians of the Bay of Benga...,Sri Lanka calls for early finalisation of BIMSTEC association of parliamentarians charter Sri Lanka has called for an early finalisation of the charter of the Association of Parliamentarians of the Bay of Benga...,negative,-0.855402827
Sri Lanka issues heat advisory for several districts,4/2/2021,Weather and Climate,Sri Lanka's meteorology department expects heat felt on the human body to go up to 'extreme caution levels' (amber) in P...,Sri Lanka issues heat advisory for several districts Sri Lanka's meteorology department expects heat felt on the human body to go up to 'extreme caution levels' (amber) in P...,negative,-0.989294767
"Over 3,000 kilos of contaminated dhal seized and destroyed in Weligama",4/2/2021,Health,"Over 3,000kg of dhal (split lentils) containing fungi that can produce the carcinogenic aflatoxin was found in a coopera...","Over 3,000 kilos of contaminated dhal seized and destroyed in Weligama Over 3,000kg of dhal (split lentils) containing fungi that can produce the carcinogenic aflatoxin was found in a coopera...",negative,-0.998268723
Public losing confidence in govt: SLFP vice president,4/2/2021,Politics,"The public is losing confidence in the government, and coalition partner the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) may soon hav...","Public losing confidence in govt: SLFP vice president The public is losing confidence in the government, and coalition partner the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) may soon hav...",negative,-0.999635816
Suriname downgraded to 'RD' from 'C' as interest payments missed: Fitch,4/2/2021,Markets,Fitch Ratings has donwgraded Suriname to 'Restricted Default' (RD) as the country missed interest payments on two intern...,Suriname downgraded to 'RD' from 'C' as interest payments missed: Fitch Fitch Ratings has donwgraded Suriname to 'Restricted Default' (RD) as the country missed interest payments on two intern...,negative,-0.999143839
Vietnam's stable exchange rate is key to FDI-driven export economy Moody's says as Sri Lanka downgra...,4/2/2021,Vietnam News,Vietnam stable exchange kept around a 3 percent trading band by the central bank has been a key ingredient of the countr...,Vietnam's stable exchange rate is key to FDI-driven export economy Moody's says as Sri Lanka downgra... Vietnam stable exchange kept around a 3 percent trading band by the central bank has been a key ingredient of the countr...,negative,-0.557517111
"Delivery delays force Sri Lanka to put vaccine rollout on hold, officials say",4/2/2021,Health,Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout has been put on hold until the next consignment of the Indian-manufactured Covish...,"Delivery delays force Sri Lanka to put vaccine rollout on hold, officials say Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout has been put on hold until the next consignment of the Indian-manufactured Covish...",negative,-0.998641431
Sri Lanka's election commission to decide on parties named along ethnoreligious lines,4/2/2021,Politics,The Election Commission (EC) of Sri Lanka has appointed a five-member committee to study registered political parties th...,Sri Lanka's election commission to decide on parties named along ethnoreligious lines The Election Commission (EC) of Sri Lanka has appointed a five-member committee to study registered political parties th...,negative,-0.694759846
Sri Lanka to give US$5 grocery relief pack amid money printing,4/2/2021,Economy,A state-run retail chain under Sri Lanka's Trade Ministry is giving a discounted grocery pack  and a face mask for Coron...,Sri Lanka to give US$5 grocery relief pack amid money printing A state-run retail chain under Sri Lanka's Trade Ministry is giving a discounted grocery pack  and a face mask for Coron...,negative,-0.998279929
Expert committee to decide who in Sri Lanka should receive Sinopharm jab,4/2/2021,Health,"An expert committee will recommend what age groups in Sri Lanka ought to receive the Sinopharm vaccine, Chief Epidemiolo...","Expert committee to decide who in Sri Lanka should receive Sinopharm jab An expert committee will recommend what age groups in Sri Lanka ought to receive the Sinopharm vaccine, Chief Epidemiolo...",negative,-0.945366859
"Sri Lanka debt to GDP to rise to 115-pct in 2021, poverty 10.9-pct: World Bank",4/2/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's government debt as a share of gross domestic product is expected to rise to 115 percent in 2021 and poverty ...,"Sri Lanka debt to GDP to rise to 115-pct in 2021, poverty 10.9-pct: World Bank Sri Lanka's government debt as a share of gross domestic product is expected to rise to 115 percent in 2021 and poverty ...",negative,-0.995570958
"Sri Lanka to grow 3.4-pct in 2021, South Asia 7.2-pct: World Bank",4/2/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's economic growth will recover to 3.4 percent in 2021 and South Asia will grow 7.2 percent with Maldives to gr...,"Sri Lanka to grow 3.4-pct in 2021, South Asia 7.2-pct: World Bank Sri Lanka's economic growth will recover to 3.4 percent in 2021 and South Asia will grow 7.2 percent with Maldives to gr...",positive,0.72362262
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board to raise Rs20bn from listed bonds,4/1/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board has been cleared to sell up to 20 billion rupees of publicly trade 5-year...,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board to raise Rs20bn from listed bonds Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board has been cleared to sell up to 20 billion rupees of publicly trade 5-year...,negative,-0.984425545
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 199.50/200 to one week dollar,4/1/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed down at 199.50/200 to the one week US dollar on Thursday, while gilt yields were flat on dull...","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 199.50/200 to one week dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed down at 199.50/200 to the one week US dollar on Thursday, while gilt yields were flat on dull...",negative,-0.999616146
Sri Lanka stocks rise 1.01-pct,4/1/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.01 percent Thursday with index heavy Browns Investments, Expolanka Holdings and John Keells Ho...","Sri Lanka stocks rise 1.01-pct Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.01 percent Thursday with index heavy Browns Investments, Expolanka Holdings and John Keells Ho...",positive,0.938658297
Chinese nationals in Sri Lanka to receive Sinopharm vaccine starting Monday,4/1/2021,Health,Si Lanka will start administering the Sinopharm vaccine against COVID-19 on Chinese nationals employed in the island nex...,Chinese nationals in Sri Lanka to receive Sinopharm vaccine starting Monday Si Lanka will start administering the Sinopharm vaccine against COVID-19 on Chinese nationals employed in the island nex...,negative,-0.964863062
Sri Lanka Customs checking for leaks of coconut oil with aflatoxin,4/1/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka Customs is deploying a separate team to check whether coconut oil with higher that permitted levels of aflatox...,Sri Lanka Customs checking for leaks of coconut oil with aflatoxin Sri Lanka Customs is deploying a separate team to check whether coconut oil with higher that permitted levels of aflatox...,negative,-0.986723244
State minister defends letter requesting top cop's transfer,4/1/2021,Politics,State Minister Arundika Fernando has defended a controversial letter he wrote to the minster of public security in Decem...,State minister defends letter requesting top cop's transfer State Minister Arundika Fernando has defended a controversial letter he wrote to the minster of public security in Decem...,negative,-0.98380208
Human Rights Commission directs TID to submit report on poet Ahnaf Jazeem,4/1/2021,Human Rights,The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) has directed the Terrorism Investigation Division (TID) to investigate ...,Human Rights Commission directs TID to submit report on poet Ahnaf Jazeem The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) has directed the Terrorism Investigation Division (TID) to investigate ...,negative,-0.893241346
"Bond scam: Ravi, six others released on bail",4/1/2021,Politics,Former Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake and six others who had been remanded over the alleged March 2016 bond scam wer...,"Bond scam: Ravi, six others released on bail Former Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake and six others who had been remanded over the alleged March 2016 bond scam wer...",negative,-0.995719135
"Sri Lanka Navy arrests night divers, sea cucumbers",4/1/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka Navy said it had arrested over 70 persons seized their diving gear along with over 10,000 sea cucumbers and sh...","Sri Lanka Navy arrests night divers, sea cucumbers Sri Lanka Navy said it had arrested over 70 persons seized their diving gear along with over 10,000 sea cucumbers and sh...",negative,-0.978429317
Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker 200/201.75 to one week dollar,4/1/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted flat at 199.75/201 to the one week US dollar on Thursday while yields were unchanged, dealers...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker 200/201.75 to one week dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted flat at 199.75/201 to the one week US dollar on Thursday while yields were unchanged, dealers...",negative,-0.998157799
"Sri Lanka banks borrow Rs64bn from liquidity window, rupee below 200 to the dollar",4/1/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's banks borrowed 64.6 billion rupees overnight on Wednesday up from 46 billion rupees a day earlier, keeping c...","Sri Lanka banks borrow Rs64bn from liquidity window, rupee below 200 to the dollar Sri Lanka's banks borrowed 64.6 billion rupees overnight on Wednesday up from 46 billion rupees a day earlier, keeping c...",negative,-0.985400259
Sri Lanka Customs probing seized coconut oil bowsers amid aflatoxin scare,4/1/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka customs has taken into their custody two bowsers which were said to contain coconut oil, an official said amid...","Sri Lanka Customs probing seized coconut oil bowsers amid aflatoxin scare Sri Lanka customs has taken into their custody two bowsers which were said to contain coconut oil, an official said amid...",negative,-0.991567552
Open University of Sri Lanka to fill IT resource gap with online degree,4/1/2021,ICT,The Open University of Sri Lanka (OUSL) is starting an online bachelor's degree in information technology to fill a reso...,Open University of Sri Lanka to fill IT resource gap with online degree The Open University of Sri Lanka (OUSL) is starting an online bachelor's degree in information technology to fill a reso...,negative,-0.979745805
Sri Lanka's inflation picks up to 4.1-pct in March 2021,3/31/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's 12-month consumer price inflation accelerated to 4.1 percent in March 2021 from 3.3 percent in February amid...,Sri Lanka's inflation picks up to 4.1-pct in March 2021 Sri Lanka's 12-month consumer price inflation accelerated to 4.1 percent in March 2021 from 3.3 percent in February amid...,negative,-0.974260986
Sri Lanka rupee closes down at 199.75/201 to one week dollar,3/31/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed down at 199.75/201 to the one week US dollar on Wednesday amid continued money printing, whil...","Sri Lanka rupee closes down at 199.75/201 to one week dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed down at 199.75/201 to the one week US dollar on Wednesday amid continued money printing, whil...",negative,-0.998143196
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.09-pct higher,3/31/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.09 percent on Wednesday with the ASPI pushed up by the index heavy Lion Brewery, Hayleys Plc a...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.09-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.09 percent on Wednesday with the ASPI pushed up by the index heavy Lion Brewery, Hayleys Plc a...",negative,-0.98273921
Sri Lanka's Windforce renewable energy IPO gets Rs25.7bn orders,3/31/2021,Markets,"An 3.2 billion rupee initial public offer by a WindForce Limited, a renewable energy firm was oversubscribed 8 times, th...","Sri Lanka's Windforce renewable energy IPO gets Rs25.7bn orders An 3.2 billion rupee initial public offer by a WindForce Limited, a renewable energy firm was oversubscribed 8 times, th...",negative,-0.992148101
Mangala urges the government not to get confrontational at International fora,3/31/2021,Human Rights,Sri Lanka should use diplomacy and not engage in confrontation at international fora such as the United Nations Human Ri...,Mangala urges the government not to get confrontational at International fora Sri Lanka should use diplomacy and not engage in confrontation at international fora such as the United Nations Human Ri...,negative,-0.886664987
"China gifts 600,000 doses of Sinopharm jab to Sri Lanka; Chinese workers first in line",3/31/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka received 600,000 doses of the Chinese donated Sinopharm vaccine today, some of which will be used to vaccinate...","China gifts 600,000 doses of Sinopharm jab to Sri Lanka; Chinese workers first in line Sri Lanka received 600,000 doses of the Chinese donated Sinopharm vaccine today, some of which will be used to vaccinate...",negative,-0.643813908
"Sri Lanka bans non-medical cotton buds, other single-use plastic products",3/31/2021,Environment,Non-medical cotton buds and lunch sheets less than 20 microns thin are among five types of plastic and polythene related...,"Sri Lanka bans non-medical cotton buds, other single-use plastic products Non-medical cotton buds and lunch sheets less than 20 microns thin are among five types of plastic and polythene related...",negative,-0.984238327
Sri Lanka opposition calls for forensic audit on midnight tax linked 'sugar scam',3/31/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's main opposition has called for a forensic audit of an alleged 'sugar scam' carried out as taxes were suddenl...,Sri Lanka opposition calls for forensic audit on midnight tax linked 'sugar scam' Sri Lanka's main opposition has called for a forensic audit of an alleged 'sugar scam' carried out as taxes were suddenl...,negative,-0.996587157
India intercepts Sri Lankan fishing boat carrying 300kg of high grade heroin,3/31/2021,Crime,"Indian authorities seized a Sri Lankan fishing vessel carrying 300kg of heroin worth USD 408 million, five AK-47 rifles ...","India intercepts Sri Lankan fishing boat carrying 300kg of high grade heroin Indian authorities seized a Sri Lankan fishing vessel carrying 300kg of heroin worth USD 408 million, five AK-47 rifles ...",negative,-0.984066725
"Sri Lanka credit card debt down, new card issues picking up",3/31/2021,Banking,"Sri Lanka's credit card debt has fallen sharply since a Coronavirus pandemic hit the country in March 2020, but new card...","Sri Lanka credit card debt down, new card issues picking up Sri Lanka's credit card debt has fallen sharply since a Coronavirus pandemic hit the country in March 2020, but new card...",negative,-0.997511148
Young Journalists renew appeal to safeguard poet Ahnaf Jazeem,3/31/2021,Democracy,The Young Journalists Association (YJA) is renewing its appeal to the authorities to intervene in the case of young Poet...,Young Journalists renew appeal to safeguard poet Ahnaf Jazeem The Young Journalists Association (YJA) is renewing its appeal to the authorities to intervene in the case of young Poet...,positive,0.997745335
Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 199.90/200.25 to one week US dollar,3/31/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 199.90/200.25 to the one week US dollar on Wednesday while yields remained unchange...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 199.90/200.25 to one week US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 199.90/200.25 to the one week US dollar on Wednesday while yields remained unchange...,negative,-0.998772204
Former President says SLFP aiming to form a government,3/31/2021,Parliament,Former President and leader of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) Maithripala Sirisena has said that his party is workin...,Former President says SLFP aiming to form a government Former President and leader of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) Maithripala Sirisena has said that his party is workin...,negative,-0.992361665
Sri Lanka to raise minimum wage,3/31/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka will raise a monthly minimum wage by 12.5 percent and will also legislate a daily minimum wage according to a ...,Sri Lanka to raise minimum wage Sri Lanka will raise a monthly minimum wage by 12.5 percent and will also legislate a daily minimum wage according to a ...,negative,-0.563954592
"Vietnam new ambassador to Sri Lanka targets investment, tourism and trade",3/30/2021,Political News,"Vietnam's new Ambassador to Sri Lanka Ho Thi Thanh Truc had presented credentials to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, promi...","Vietnam new ambassador to Sri Lanka targets investment, tourism and trade Vietnam's new Ambassador to Sri Lanka Ho Thi Thanh Truc had presented credentials to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, promi...",positive,0.954736173
Sri Lanka fails to sell 77-pct of Treasuries offered at auction,3/30/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has failed to sell 77 percent of Treasuries offered at an 'auction' on March 30 with accepted for 12-month bil...,Sri Lanka fails to sell 77-pct of Treasuries offered at auction Sri Lanka has failed to sell 77 percent of Treasuries offered at an 'auction' on March 30 with accepted for 12-month bil...,negative,-0.999517202
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.18-pct lower,3/30/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.18 percent on Tuesday with US-based Blackstone Capital taking over Sri Lanka’s publicly traded...,Sri Lanka stocks end 0.18-pct lower Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.18 percent on Tuesday with US-based Blackstone Capital taking over Sri Lanka’s publicly traded...,negative,-0.998985231
"Pending WHO approval, Sinopharm jab for Chinese workers only: cabinet spokesman",3/30/2021,Health,"Some of the 600,000 doses of the Sinopharm vaccine that are due to arrive in Sri Lanka tomorrow will be used to vaccinat...","Pending WHO approval, Sinopharm jab for Chinese workers only: cabinet spokesman Some of the 600,000 doses of the Sinopharm vaccine that are due to arrive in Sri Lanka tomorrow will be used to vaccinat...",negative,-0.9985044
Cancer diagnosis drug to be produced in Sri Lanka,3/30/2021,Health,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers has approved a proposal to establish a radioactive drug manufacturing center at the Kot...,Cancer diagnosis drug to be produced in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers has approved a proposal to establish a radioactive drug manufacturing center at the Kot...,positive,0.871013224
License for Indian fishermen in Sri Lankan waters: Minister to go ahead with discussions,3/30/2021,International Relations,Fisheries Minister Douglas Devananda expects to hold discussions with the Tamil Nadu government to allow a limited numbe...,License for Indian fishermen in Sri Lankan waters: Minister to go ahead with discussions Fisheries Minister Douglas Devananda expects to hold discussions with the Tamil Nadu government to allow a limited numbe...,negative,-0.983569443
Animal shelter overwhelmed by dumped puppies and kittens,3/30/2021,Animal Rights,Puppies and newborn kittens are sick and dying in an animal shelter run by the Wennappuwa Pradeshiya Sabha which has bec...,Animal shelter overwhelmed by dumped puppies and kittens Puppies and newborn kittens are sick and dying in an animal shelter run by the Wennappuwa Pradeshiya Sabha which has bec...,negative,-0.997755706
Civilians have right to self-defence: Sri Lanka police,3/30/2021,Human Rights,"Civilians have the right to self-defence in the event of an unprovoked attack from a police officer, police spokesman DI...","Civilians have right to self-defence: Sri Lanka police Civilians have the right to self-defence in the event of an unprovoked attack from a police officer, police spokesman DI...",positive,0.98033154
Blackstone group enters Sri Lanka taking over Piramal Glass unit,3/30/2021,Business,"US-based Blackstone Capital has taken over Sri Lanka's publicly traded Piramal Glass (Pvt) Ltd, paying 6.2 billion rupee...","Blackstone group enters Sri Lanka taking over Piramal Glass unit US-based Blackstone Capital has taken over Sri Lanka's publicly traded Piramal Glass (Pvt) Ltd, paying 6.2 billion rupee...",negative,-0.649675012
No decision to license India fishermen in Sri Lanka waters: Minister,3/30/2021,Business,"No decision has been made by the government to license fishermen from India to fish in Sri Lanka waters, Co-cabinet Mini...","No decision to license India fishermen in Sri Lanka waters: Minister No decision has been made by the government to license fishermen from India to fish in Sri Lanka waters, Co-cabinet Mini...",negative,-0.997314394
Sri Lanka to issue order banning oil palm cultivation: Minister,3/30/2021,Agriculture,Sri Lanka will shortly issue an order by gazette notice banning cultivation of oil palm giving effect to a decision by t...,Sri Lanka to issue order banning oil palm cultivation: Minister Sri Lanka will shortly issue an order by gazette notice banning cultivation of oil palm giving effect to a decision by t...,negative,-0.984862447
Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 199.50/201 to one week US dollar,3/30/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 199.50/201 to the one week US dollar on Tuesday while yields remained unchanged in ...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 199.50/201 to one week US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 199.50/201 to the one week US dollar on Tuesday while yields remained unchanged in ...,negative,-0.995934844
"Sri Lanka unemployment spikes to 11-year high amid Coronavirus, monetary instability",3/30/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's unemployment has spiked to 5.8 percent in the third quarter of 2020 amid a Coronavirus crisis, and several y...","Sri Lanka unemployment spikes to 11-year high amid Coronavirus, monetary instability Sri Lanka's unemployment has spiked to 5.8 percent in the third quarter of 2020 amid a Coronavirus crisis, and several y...",negative,-0.992848635
"China to continue support for Sri Lanka, enhance Belt and Road, aviation",3/30/2021,Political News,"China will continue to support Sri Lanka and is willing to enhance Belt and Road cooperation, President Xi Jinping had t...","China to continue support for Sri Lanka, enhance Belt and Road, aviation China will continue to support Sri Lanka and is willing to enhance Belt and Road cooperation, President Xi Jinping had t...",positive,0.999156475
"Sri Lanka sells Rs27bn in 2,5,7-year bonds",3/30/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has sold 27 billion rupees of 2023, 2026 and 2028 bond after offering 65 billion rupees of securities, data fr...","Sri Lanka sells Rs27bn in 2,5,7-year bonds Sri Lanka has sold 27 billion rupees of 2023, 2026 and 2028 bond after offering 65 billion rupees of securities, data fr...",negative,-0.929980397
"Sri Lanka Port City Economic Zone to have offshore banking, stock exchanges",3/29/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka's Colombo Port City Special Economic Zone will have offshore banks for which regulations will be made by the P...,"Sri Lanka Port City Economic Zone to have offshore banking, stock exchanges Sri Lanka's Colombo Port City Special Economic Zone will have offshore banks for which regulations will be made by the P...",negative,-0.937972486
Sri Lanka rupee ends flat at 199.25/75 levels to one week dollar,3/29/2021,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka’s rupee closed flat at 199.25/75 to the one week US dollar on Monday while yields remained unchanged in dul...,Sri Lanka rupee ends flat at 199.25/75 levels to one week dollar  Sri Lanka’s rupee closed flat at 199.25/75 to the one week US dollar on Monday while yields remained unchanged in dul...,negative,-0.999482751
Sri Lanka Stocks end 0.43-pct higher,3/29/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.43 percent on Monday on Ceylinco Insurance, Commercial Bank and Aitken Spence helping drive th...","Sri Lanka Stocks end 0.43-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.43 percent on Monday on Ceylinco Insurance, Commercial Bank and Aitken Spence helping drive th...",negative,-0.960061431
Two arrested in Jaffna for allegedly promoting LTTE online,3/29/2021,Law and Order,"Two suspects were arrested in Jaffna, Sri Lanka, this morning, allegedly for promoting the Liberation Tigers of Tamil El...","Two arrested in Jaffna for allegedly promoting LTTE online Two suspects were arrested in Jaffna, Sri Lanka, this morning, allegedly for promoting the Liberation Tigers of Tamil El...",negative,-0.987865508
Sri Lanka's Tax Dept received Rs 2.4 billion worth of Rubber cheques: COPA,3/29/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka’s Inland Revenue Department (IRD) had received 6,878 cheques worth over Rs. 2.4 billion which were not honou...","Sri Lanka's Tax Dept received Rs 2.4 billion worth of Rubber cheques: COPA Sri Lanka’s Inland Revenue Department (IRD) had received 6,878 cheques worth over Rs. 2.4 billion which were not honou...",negative,-0.991804123
Sri Lanka likely to vaccinate general public with Sinopharm vaccine: official,3/29/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka expects to receive 600,000 doses of the Sinopharm vaccine from the Chinese government this Wednesday (31) that...","Sri Lanka likely to vaccinate general public with Sinopharm vaccine: official Sri Lanka expects to receive 600,000 doses of the Sinopharm vaccine from the Chinese government this Wednesday (31) that...",negative,-0.984834671
"Sri Lanka's Port City Economic Commission to by-pass key laws, give own tax breaks",3/29/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's Colombo Port City Economic Commission will give its own tax breaks running up to 40 years and exempt busines...,"Sri Lanka's Port City Economic Commission to by-pass key laws, give own tax breaks Sri Lanka's Colombo Port City Economic Commission will give its own tax breaks running up to 40 years and exempt busines...",negative,-0.932936609
Evergreen ship blocking Suez Canal beginning to float helped by Super Moon,3/29/2021,Logistics,"A ship blocking Suez canal has been refloated helped by rising tides after several days of work with tugs and dredgers, ...","Evergreen ship blocking Suez Canal beginning to float helped by Super Moon A ship blocking Suez canal has been refloated helped by rising tides after several days of work with tugs and dredgers, ...",negative,-0.963122129
Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 199.50/200 to the one week US dollar,3/29/2021,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 199.50/200 to the one week US dollar on Monday while yields remained unchanged in ...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 199.50/200 to the one week US dollar  Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 199.50/200 to the one week US dollar on Monday while yields remained unchanged in ...,negative,-0.996318698
Sri Lanka Port City Special Economic Zone to be dollarized,3/29/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's Colombo Port City Special Economic Zone would be dollarized, according to a draft law for the area, protecti...","Sri Lanka Port City Special Economic Zone to be dollarized Sri Lanka's Colombo Port City Special Economic Zone would be dollarized, according to a draft law for the area, protecti...",negative,-0.994482517
Sri Lanka's Colombo Port City Special Economic Zone to have gaming,3/28/2021,Business, A special economic zone to be set up in the Colombo Port City reclaimed from the sea will have regulation covering gami...,Sri Lanka's Colombo Port City Special Economic Zone to have gaming  A special economic zone to be set up in the Colombo Port City reclaimed from the sea will have regulation covering gami...,negative,-0.973642766
"Sri Lanka Port City Economic Zone workers to earn tax free, dollar salaries",3/28/2021,Business,Employees working for companies within 'Colombo Port City Special Economic Zone' in land reclaimed by a China-based firm...,"Sri Lanka Port City Economic Zone workers to earn tax free, dollar salaries Employees working for companies within 'Colombo Port City Special Economic Zone' in land reclaimed by a China-based firm...",negative,-0.988954425
"Sri Lanka tea exports down 2-pct in Feb 2021, China buys more",3/28/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka's tea exports fell 2.07 percent from a year ago to 23.16 million kilograms in February 2021, while revenues in...","Sri Lanka tea exports down 2-pct in Feb 2021, China buys more Sri Lanka's tea exports fell 2.07 percent from a year ago to 23.16 million kilograms in February 2021, while revenues in...",negative,-0.996531665
"Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon net down, strong loan growth in Dec",3/28/2021,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka's state-run Bank of Ceylon group fell 34 percent to 6.3 billion rupees in the December 2020 quarter...,"Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon net down, strong loan growth in Dec Profits at Sri Lanka's state-run Bank of Ceylon group fell 34 percent to 6.3 billion rupees in the December 2020 quarter...",negative,-0.999065936
"Bangladesh learns lesson from Sri Lanka, Djibouti over China borrowings: report",3/28/2021,Economy,"Bangladesh has learnt from the experience of Sri Lanka and Djibouti on borrowing from China, and it will not borrow what...","Bangladesh learns lesson from Sri Lanka, Djibouti over China borrowings: report Bangladesh has learnt from the experience of Sri Lanka and Djibouti on borrowing from China, and it will not borrow what...",positive,0.985343635
Sri Lanka narrowly avoids diplomatic spat with India,3/27/2021,Political News,Sri Lanka risked a showdown with New Delhi over the arrest of 54 Indian fishermen in what was widely seen in diplomatic ...,Sri Lanka narrowly avoids diplomatic spat with India Sri Lanka risked a showdown with New Delhi over the arrest of 54 Indian fishermen in what was widely seen in diplomatic ...,positive,0.667448461
Jumbo Justice?,3/27/2021,Environment,The cost of fencing crops from elephants: a collective good?,Jumbo Justice? The cost of fencing crops from elephants: a collective good?,negative,-0.988848567
Maldives dollar Sukuk Islamic bond rated 'B3' by Moody's,3/27/2021,South Asia,Moody's has rated a planned US dollar Sukuk (Shariah law compliant bond) at 'B3' same as the government which will be us...,Maldives dollar Sukuk Islamic bond rated 'B3' by Moody's Moody's has rated a planned US dollar Sukuk (Shariah law compliant bond) at 'B3' same as the government which will be us...,negative,-0.957896829
Top economic policy influencers in Washington named,3/27/2021,Economy,"Steve Hanke, Maya MacGuineas, Adam Posen, Tyler Cowen and Heidi Shierholz have been named among top influencers of econo...","Top economic policy influencers in Washington named Steve Hanke, Maya MacGuineas, Adam Posen, Tyler Cowen and Heidi Shierholz have been named among top influencers of econo...",positive,0.999481499
Sirisena defends himself over allegations of negligence in the Easter Attacks,3/27/2021,Easter Sunday attacks,Former President Maithripala Sirisena says that he is not a barbarian to ignore intelligence about an imminent attack su...,Sirisena defends himself over allegations of negligence in the Easter Attacks Former President Maithripala Sirisena says that he is not a barbarian to ignore intelligence about an imminent attack su...,positive,0.993346334
"Aruba rating downgraded to BBB by S&P, outlook stable",3/27/2021,International news,"Standard and Poor's has downgraded Aruba's sovereign rating from to BBB from BBB+, with a stable outlook as tourism was ...","Aruba rating downgraded to BBB by S&P, outlook stable Standard and Poor's has downgraded Aruba's sovereign rating from to BBB from BBB+, with a stable outlook as tourism was ...",negative,-0.975067735
Low grown Ceylon teas drive Sri Lanka February 2021 output up 22-pct,3/27/2021,Agriculture,Sri Lanka had produced 22.38 million kilograms of tea in February 2021 up 22 percent from a year ago driven by a 38 perc...,Low grown Ceylon teas drive Sri Lanka February 2021 output up 22-pct Sri Lanka had produced 22.38 million kilograms of tea in February 2021 up 22 percent from a year ago driven by a 38 perc...,negative,-0.990428925
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.02 down,3/26/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.02 per cent on Friday due to continued profit taking by investors and crossings (negotiated trad...,Sri Lanka stocks end 0.02 down Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.02 per cent on Friday due to continued profit taking by investors and crossings (negotiated trad...,negative,-0.998963118
Sri Lanka's declining COVID-19 cases vs PCR tests: A tale of two curves,3/26/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka’s daily confirmed COVID-19 cases are on the decline, says the health ministry. So is the number of PCR tests...","Sri Lanka's declining COVID-19 cases vs PCR tests: A tale of two curves Sri Lanka’s daily confirmed COVID-19 cases are on the decline, says the health ministry. So is the number of PCR tests...",negative,-0.995695829
"Sri Lanka exporters braced for delays, higher freight rates from Suez Canal shock",3/26/2021,Logistics,Sri Lanka's exporters and importers are braced for a spike in already high freight rates and delays amid rising fears th...,"Sri Lanka exporters braced for delays, higher freight rates from Suez Canal shock Sri Lanka's exporters and importers are braced for a spike in already high freight rates and delays amid rising fears th...",negative,-0.994019747
"Ten-day lockdown, travel restrictions imposed in parts of Jaffna",3/26/2021,Health,A 10-day lockdown has been imposed in a section of the Jaffna town following the detection of 77 COVID-19 positive cases...,"Ten-day lockdown, travel restrictions imposed in parts of Jaffna A 10-day lockdown has been imposed in a section of the Jaffna town following the detection of 77 COVID-19 positive cases...",negative,-0.964113712
Detained Indian fishermen handed over to fisheries dept: Sri Lanka navy,3/26/2021,Uncategorized,Fifty-four Indian nationals that were taken into custody by the Sri Lanka navy on Wednesday (24) for illegally fishing i...,Detained Indian fishermen handed over to fisheries dept: Sri Lanka navy Fifty-four Indian nationals that were taken into custody by the Sri Lanka navy on Wednesday (24) for illegally fishing i...,negative,-0.991391182
Sri Lanka looking to purchase vaccine straight from AstraZeneca Plc,3/26/2021,Health,Sri Lanka is looking to purchase the Oxford AstraZeneca vaccine for COVID-19 directly from AstraZeneca Plc to meet the c...,Sri Lanka looking to purchase vaccine straight from AstraZeneca Plc Sri Lanka is looking to purchase the Oxford AstraZeneca vaccine for COVID-19 directly from AstraZeneca Plc to meet the c...,negative,-0.998132646
New Director of Cricket Tom Moody sure of reaching the top,3/26/2021,Sports,Newly appointed Director of Cricket in Sri Lanka Tom Moody is confident that Sri Lanka Cricket will fight its way back t...,New Director of Cricket Tom Moody sure of reaching the top Newly appointed Director of Cricket in Sri Lanka Tom Moody is confident that Sri Lanka Cricket will fight its way back t...,positive,0.999463141
Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 199.50/200 to the one week US dollar,3/26/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted steady at 199.50/200 to the one week US dollar on Friday while yields remained unchanged in d...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 199.50/200 to the one week US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted steady at 199.50/200 to the one week US dollar on Friday while yields remained unchanged in d...,negative,-0.981971323
Sri Lanka economic activity recovering: Central Bank,3/26/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's economic activity is recovering with tea, paddy and rubber production up, electricity generation is up indic...","Sri Lanka economic activity recovering: Central Bank Sri Lanka's economic activity is recovering with tea, paddy and rubber production up, electricity generation is up indic...",negative,-0.94782716
Sri Lanka exports and imports could be disrupted if Suez canal remains blocked,3/26/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's exports and imports could be delayed if the Suez canal remains closed, as re-routing ships via the tip of Af...","Sri Lanka exports and imports could be disrupted if Suez canal remains blocked Sri Lanka's exports and imports could be delayed if the Suez canal remains closed, as re-routing ships via the tip of Af...",negative,-0.998102129
Suez canal shipping suspended amid efforts to re-float grounded Evergreen vessel,3/26/2021,Logistics,Ship traffic across the Suez canal has been suspended as efforts are made to dislodge an Evergreen container ship that i...,Suez canal shipping suspended amid efforts to re-float grounded Evergreen vessel Ship traffic across the Suez canal has been suspended as efforts are made to dislodge an Evergreen container ship that i...,negative,-0.999128163
Sri Lanka's China-run port eyes fertilizer transshipment with Russian billionaire,3/26/2021,Logistics,Sri Lanka's China-run Hambantota Port has discussed fertilizer transshipment with Russian billionaire Andrey Igorevich M...,Sri Lanka's China-run port eyes fertilizer transshipment with Russian billionaire Sri Lanka's China-run Hambantota Port has discussed fertilizer transshipment with Russian billionaire Andrey Igorevich M...,positive,0.94715929
Sajith wants stability in the security apparatus,3/25/2021,Defence,Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa is proposing that the government involve a selected foreign investigative team...,Sajith wants stability in the security apparatus Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa is proposing that the government involve a selected foreign investigative team...,negative,-0.994966328
COPE orders investigation into dodgy Ilmenite sale,3/25/2021,Corruption,"The COPE committee has ordered an investigation into how Lanka Mineral Sands Ltd sold 85,000 metric tons of Ilmenite for...","COPE orders investigation into dodgy Ilmenite sale The COPE committee has ordered an investigation into how Lanka Mineral Sands Ltd sold 85,000 metric tons of Ilmenite for...",negative,-0.980087399
Sri Lanka rupee closes steady at 199.50/200.50 to the one week US dollar,3/25/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed steady at 199.50/200.50 to the one week US dollar on Thursday while yields remained unchanged...,Sri Lanka rupee closes steady at 199.50/200.50 to the one week US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed steady at 199.50/200.50 to the one week US dollar on Thursday while yields remained unchanged...,negative,-0.976206958
Sri Lanka stocks down 0.5- pct,3/25/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.51 percent on Thursday ending a three-day rally, with Expolanka Holdings, Commercial Leasing and...","Sri Lanka stocks down 0.5- pct Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.51 percent on Thursday ending a three-day rally, with Expolanka Holdings, Commercial Leasing and...",negative,-0.999613583
Sri Lanka's withdrawal from previous resolution led to Gevena outcome: UNP,3/25/2021,International Relations,Sri Lanka’s decision to withdraw from the previous United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) resolution resulted in ...,Sri Lanka's withdrawal from previous resolution led to Gevena outcome: UNP Sri Lanka’s decision to withdraw from the previous United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) resolution resulted in ...,positive,0.796366513
Sri Lanka's JVP questions privatizing management of Independence Square arcade,3/25/2021,Legal,Sri Lanka's opposition Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna has questioned the 10-year of a government shopping arcade to a private...,Sri Lanka's JVP questions privatizing management of Independence Square arcade Sri Lanka's opposition Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna has questioned the 10-year of a government shopping arcade to a private...,negative,-0.983033597
"Sri Lanka has enough Covishield till May, half a million more due from Serum: state minister",3/25/2021,Health,India’s decision to temporarily hold all exports of the AstraZeneca Covishield vaccine will not immediately affect Sri...,"Sri Lanka has enough Covishield till May, half a million more due from Serum: state minister India’s decision to temporarily hold all exports of the AstraZeneca Covishield vaccine will not immediately affect Sri...",negative,-0.997356296
More than half of university Arts graduates are unemployed - COPA,3/25/2021,Education,A Parliamentary Committee is calling for urgent action to reform the Arts stream in the country’s universities as more...,More than half of university Arts graduates are unemployed - COPA A Parliamentary Committee is calling for urgent action to reform the Arts stream in the country’s universities as more...,negative,-0.710222781
Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 199.00/200 to the one week US dollar,3/25/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted steady at 199.00/200 to the one week US dollar on Thursday while yields are flat in dull mark...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 199.00/200 to the one week US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted steady at 199.00/200 to the one week US dollar on Thursday while yields are flat in dull mark...,negative,-0.999250233
Sri Lanka rupee can go to 300-350 to the US dollar: Trade Minister,3/25/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka is controlling the price of the rupee with great difficulty and the it could fall to as much 300 to 350 to the...,Sri Lanka rupee can go to 300-350 to the US dollar: Trade Minister Sri Lanka is controlling the price of the rupee with great difficulty and the it could fall to as much 300 to 350 to the...,negative,-0.998958468
Effects and implications of the UNHRC resolution on Sri Lanka explained,3/25/2021,Democracy,The result of the passing of a resolution concerning Sri Lanka in Geneva at the United Nations Human Rights Commission (...,Effects and implications of the UNHRC resolution on Sri Lanka explained The result of the passing of a resolution concerning Sri Lanka in Geneva at the United Nations Human Rights Commission (...,negative,-0.826932549
Sri Lanka fails to sell 74-pct of Treasury bills at auction amid BOP deficits,3/25/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has failed to sell 74 percent of a 45 billion rupee 'auction' of Treasury bills conducted under price controls...,Sri Lanka fails to sell 74-pct of Treasury bills at auction amid BOP deficits Sri Lanka has failed to sell 74 percent of a 45 billion rupee 'auction' of Treasury bills conducted under price controls...,negative,-0.999619484
SJB stages mass protest against ecocide,3/24/2021,Environment,"The main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) led a demonstration in Colombo this afternoon Wednesday, March 24, to p...","SJB stages mass protest against ecocide The main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) led a demonstration in Colombo this afternoon Wednesday, March 24, to p...",negative,-0.9638955
Government may use different vaccines in specific areas of the country,3/24/2021,Health,The government expects to use the Russian made Sputnik V vaccine in a specific area in the country because the second do...,Government may use different vaccines in specific areas of the country The government expects to use the Russian made Sputnik V vaccine in a specific area in the country because the second do...,negative,-0.992062509
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 199.50/200.50 levels to one week US dollar,3/24/2021,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 199.50/200.50 to the one week US dollar on Wednesday while yields are flat in dull...,Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 199.50/200.50 levels to one week US dollar  Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 199.50/200.50 to the one week US dollar on Wednesday while yields are flat in dull...,negative,-0.999677896
Sri Lanka stocks soar after losing UN vote,3/24/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks soared 2.24 percent Wednesday after the island as stock investors shrugged off a vote at the UN human r...,Sri Lanka stocks soar after losing UN vote Sri Lanka stocks soared 2.24 percent Wednesday after the island as stock investors shrugged off a vote at the UN human r...,negative,-0.972349942
Sri Lanka to hire international consultancy for FDI strategy,3/24/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka will hire an international consultancy to promote foreign direct investment to the country, the state informat...","Sri Lanka to hire international consultancy for FDI strategy Sri Lanka will hire an international consultancy to promote foreign direct investment to the country, the state informat...",negative,-0.758940339
Sri Lanka home builders going potty with sanitary ware prices soaring 300-pct: opposition,3/24/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's import controls placed to boost import substitution has strengthened monopolies, prices of sanitary ware hav...","Sri Lanka home builders going potty with sanitary ware prices soaring 300-pct: opposition Sri Lanka's import controls placed to boost import substitution has strengthened monopolies, prices of sanitary ware hav...",negative,-0.930030584
All schools in western province to reopen next Monday: education minister,3/24/2021,Education,"All schools in the western province will reopen for all grades next Monday (29), Education Minister Prof G L Peiris said...","All schools in western province to reopen next Monday: education minister All schools in the western province will reopen for all grades next Monday (29), Education Minister Prof G L Peiris said...",positive,0.954272985
"Sri Lanka's opposition parties hit out at govt for UNHRC ""failure""",3/24/2021,International Relations,Sri Lanka’s opposition parties have hit out at the government for its handling of the resolution passed at the 46th se...,"Sri Lanka's opposition parties hit out at govt for UNHRC ""failure"" Sri Lanka’s opposition parties have hit out at the government for its handling of the resolution passed at the 46th se...",negative,-0.998117208
Government okays another pharma manufacturing zone,3/24/2021,Business,Sri Lanka has selected 24 investors to invest approximately LKR28.2bn for the proposed Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Zone...,Government okays another pharma manufacturing zone Sri Lanka has selected 24 investors to invest approximately LKR28.2bn for the proposed Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Zone...,negative,-0.946067989
"Sri Lanka to set up commission to use 'underutilized' property, half-built condos",3/24/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka will set up a commission to take-over 'underutilized' condominiums, under-utilized lands and assets of state v...","Sri Lanka to set up commission to use 'underutilized' property, half-built condos Sri Lanka will set up a commission to take-over 'underutilized' condominiums, under-utilized lands and assets of state v...",negative,-0.99682498
Sri Lanka to purchase seven million doses of Sputnik V from Russia,3/24/2021,Health,Sri Lanka’s cabinet of ministers has approved a proposal to purchase seven million doses of the Russian-manufactured S...,Sri Lanka to purchase seven million doses of Sputnik V from Russia Sri Lanka’s cabinet of ministers has approved a proposal to purchase seven million doses of the Russian-manufactured S...,negative,-0.653270006
Sri Lanka cabinet clears Economic Commission law for China reclaimed Port City,3/24/2021,Legal,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers have cleared a draft law that will govern a special economic zone to be set up on recla...,Sri Lanka cabinet clears Economic Commission law for China reclaimed Port City Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers have cleared a draft law that will govern a special economic zone to be set up on recla...,positive,0.821109533
Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 198.75/199.00 to one week US dollar,3/24/2021,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted steady at 198.75/199.00 to the one week US dollar on Wednesday while yields are flat in dull...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 198.75/199.00 to one week US dollar  Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted steady at 198.75/199.00 to the one week US dollar on Wednesday while yields are flat in dull...,negative,-0.999336898
"Sri Lanka excess liquidity drops to Rs100bn amid reserve outflow, CB bill stock Rs824bn",3/24/2021,Economy,"Net excess liquidity in Sri Lanka's money markets dropped to 100 billion rupees on March 23, levels not seen since June ...","Sri Lanka excess liquidity drops to Rs100bn amid reserve outflow, CB bill stock Rs824bn Net excess liquidity in Sri Lanka's money markets dropped to 100 billion rupees on March 23, levels not seen since June ...",negative,-0.997100413
Dinesh claims Global South sent important message over Sri Lanka resolution,3/24/2021,Democracy,The member countries of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) from the Global South sent a message by voting against or ab...,Dinesh claims Global South sent important message over Sri Lanka resolution The member countries of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) from the Global South sent a message by voting against or ab...,negative,-0.954208493
Sri Lanka loses vote at UN Human Rights Council,3/23/2021,Democracy,"A Resolution against Sri Lanka has passed in the United Nations Human Rights Council, but Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister...","Sri Lanka loses vote at UN Human Rights Council A Resolution against Sri Lanka has passed in the United Nations Human Rights Council, but Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister...",negative,-0.973709762
"As close contacts drop, so does PCR testing: health ministry official",3/23/2021,Health,A drop in the number of close contacts of Sri Lanka’s confirmed daily COVID-19 cases is the reason for a significant r...,"As close contacts drop, so does PCR testing: health ministry official A drop in the number of close contacts of Sri Lanka’s confirmed daily COVID-19 cases is the reason for a significant r...",negative,-0.996839285
Sri Lanka to declare last Saturday of every month volunteer day: Minister,3/23/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka plans to declare the last Saturday of every month a volunteer day for members of the public to voluntarily ass...,Sri Lanka to declare last Saturday of every month volunteer day: Minister Sri Lanka plans to declare the last Saturday of every month a volunteer day for members of the public to voluntarily ass...,positive,0.953127742
Sri Lanka loses vote at UN Human Rights Council,3/23/2021,Democracy,Sri Lanka lost the vote at the United Nations Human Rights Council with 21 members voting for the Resolution calling for...,Sri Lanka loses vote at UN Human Rights Council Sri Lanka lost the vote at the United Nations Human Rights Council with 21 members voting for the Resolution calling for...,negative,-0.999366581
Sri Lanka stocks up 0.18-pct,3/23/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.18 percent on Tuesday helped by heavy Ceylon Tobacco Company, Valllibel One and Expolanka Hold...","Sri Lanka stocks up 0.18-pct Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.18 percent on Tuesday helped by heavy Ceylon Tobacco Company, Valllibel One and Expolanka Hold...",negative,-0.971043527
Chamal tries to quieten the uproar over irrigation work proposal in Sinharaja,3/23/2021,Environment,Irrigation Minister Chamal Rajapaksa is saying that the government will not act against the recommendations of the Unite...,Chamal tries to quieten the uproar over irrigation work proposal in Sinharaja Irrigation Minister Chamal Rajapaksa is saying that the government will not act against the recommendations of the Unite...,negative,-0.777139008
"Sri Lanka exports up 2.5-pct in February, EU shipments surge in 2021",3/23/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka exports grew 2.5 percent from a year earlier to 993.7 million US dollars in February 2020,  with shipment to t...","Sri Lanka exports up 2.5-pct in February, EU shipments surge in 2021 Sri Lanka exports grew 2.5 percent from a year earlier to 993.7 million US dollars in February 2020,  with shipment to t...",positive,0.954934657
Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker at 199.50/200.00 against one week dollar,3/23/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 199.50/200.00 to the one week US dollar on Tuesday while yields are up in dull mark...,Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker at 199.50/200.00 against one week dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 199.50/200.00 to the one week US dollar on Tuesday while yields are up in dull mark...,negative,-0.998903155
President accuses Social Media users of spreading misinformation,3/23/2021,Environment,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is urging Sri Lankans not to take to environmental activism as the latest trending fashion ...,President accuses Social Media users of spreading misinformation President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is urging Sri Lankans not to take to environmental activism as the latest trending fashion ...,negative,-0.996061862
Restarting South Asia: The Tea industry faces up to its challenges,3/23/2021,Business,"The coronavirus pandemic wrought havoc on almost all walks of life, and the various industries ranging from commodities,...","Restarting South Asia: The Tea industry faces up to its challenges The coronavirus pandemic wrought havoc on almost all walks of life, and the various industries ranging from commodities,...",positive,0.98089993
Sri Lanka usually asked for upfront currency depreciation by IMF: Minister,3/23/2021,Economy,"The International Monetary Fund usually asks for upfront currency depreciation, which then brings more problems to the c...","Sri Lanka usually asked for upfront currency depreciation by IMF: Minister The International Monetary Fund usually asks for upfront currency depreciation, which then brings more problems to the c...",negative,-0.998479545
Sri Lanka deforestation: Irrigation reservoirs to be built in Sinharaja,3/22/2021,Environment,The Sri Lankan government is proposing to build reservoirs and an irrigation scheme in the Sinharaja rainforest which is...,Sri Lanka deforestation: Irrigation reservoirs to be built in Sinharaja The Sri Lankan government is proposing to build reservoirs and an irrigation scheme in the Sinharaja rainforest which is...,negative,-0.97727704
Sri Lanka and China ink 10bn yuan central bank swap for 3-years,3/22/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka has signed a 10 billion yuan (about 1.5 billion US dollars) swap deal with China for three years, the central ...","Sri Lanka and China ink 10bn yuan central bank swap for 3-years Sri Lanka has signed a 10 billion yuan (about 1.5 billion US dollars) swap deal with China for three years, the central ...",negative,-0.979629755
Sri Lanka rupee closes 199/199.50 to one-week dollar,3/22/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker on Monday at 199/199.50 against the one-week dollar, while bond yields were flat/down deal...","Sri Lanka rupee closes 199/199.50 to one-week dollar Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker on Monday at 199/199.50 against the one-week dollar, while bond yields were flat/down deal...",negative,-0.99800688
JVP protests deforestation in Sri Lanka,3/22/2021,Environment,The opposition Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) organised a protest against alleged large-scale deforestation in Sri Lank...,JVP protests deforestation in Sri Lanka The opposition Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) organised a protest against alleged large-scale deforestation in Sri Lank...,negative,-0.977071464
Sri Lanka stocks end 1.64-pct higher recouping some of the losses made last week,3/22/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.64 percent, recovering some of the losses from last week on index heavy LOLC Holdings, Ceylon ...","Sri Lanka stocks end 1.64-pct higher recouping some of the losses made last week Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.64 percent, recovering some of the losses from last week on index heavy LOLC Holdings, Ceylon ...",negative,-0.953375936
Sri Lanka regulator withdraws approval for emergency use of Sinopharma,3/22/2021,Health,The Sri Lanka National Medicine Regulatory Authority (NMRA) has withdrawn the approval it had previously given for the e...,Sri Lanka regulator withdraws approval for emergency use of Sinopharma The Sri Lanka National Medicine Regulatory Authority (NMRA) has withdrawn the approval it had previously given for the e...,negative,-0.999323487
RDA investigating deadly bus accident site,3/22/2021,Accident,The Road Development Authority (RDA) is investigating the site where a bus plunged down a precipice in Passara killing 1...,RDA investigating deadly bus accident site The Road Development Authority (RDA) is investigating the site where a bus plunged down a precipice in Passara killing 1...,negative,-0.99345243
Sri Lanka lobbying Muslim countries ahead of crucial Geneva vote,3/22/2021,Democracy,Sri Lanka has ramped up contacts with Islamic countries as the vote on the Resolution against the island nation at the U...,Sri Lanka lobbying Muslim countries ahead of crucial Geneva vote Sri Lanka has ramped up contacts with Islamic countries as the vote on the Resolution against the island nation at the U...,positive,0.914838493
Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 198/199.00 levels against the one-week dollar,3/22/2021,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 198/199.00 against the one-week dollar on Monday, while bond yields were flat dealers ...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 198/199.00 levels against the one-week dollar  Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 198/199.00 against the one-week dollar on Monday, while bond yields were flat dealers ...",negative,-0.995663822
"Sri Lanka businesses proposes alternatives to banning poor consumers' ""sachet packet""",3/22/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has proposed expanding a producer led collection program to manage waste plastic ...,"Sri Lanka businesses proposes alternatives to banning poor consumers' ""sachet packet"" Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has proposed expanding a producer led collection program to manage waste plastic ...",negative,-0.758818448
"Sri Lanka president calls OIC Secy Gen, discusses situation of Muslims",3/22/2021,International Relations,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has engaged in a telephone conversation with Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Secr...,"Sri Lanka president calls OIC Secy Gen, discusses situation of Muslims President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has engaged in a telephone conversation with Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Secr...",negative,-0.815048456
"Sri Lanka Bangladesh to cut negative list on SAFTA, shipping",3/22/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka and Bangladesh would look to reduce negative lists on a South Asia Free Trade deal, harmonize standards and mo...","Sri Lanka Bangladesh to cut negative list on SAFTA, shipping Sri Lanka and Bangladesh would look to reduce negative lists on a South Asia Free Trade deal, harmonize standards and mo...",negative,-0.99605149
What the Sri Lanka state should prioritize,3/22/2021,Arthashasthra,"Currently, the Sri Lankan state does many things, badly.  Despite having a strong public health system and months to get...","What the Sri Lanka state should prioritize Currently, the Sri Lankan state does many things, badly.  Despite having a strong public health system and months to get...",negative,-0.999737918
Sri Lanka Bangladesh to discuss central bank swap,3/21/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka and Bangladesh central banks will conduct talks over a swap arrangement, a joint communiqué said after a visi...","Sri Lanka Bangladesh to discuss central bank swap Sri Lanka and Bangladesh central banks will conduct talks over a swap arrangement, a joint communiqué said after a visi...",negative,-0.57151401
Sri Lanka halts banks from buying sovereign bonds till April 09,3/21/2021,Banking,"Sri Lanka has extended a ban on domestic bank purchases of international sovereign bonds till April 09, 2021, in a bid t...","Sri Lanka halts banks from buying sovereign bonds till April 09 Sri Lanka has extended a ban on domestic bank purchases of international sovereign bonds till April 09, 2021, in a bid t...",negative,-0.998362958
Bangladesh and Sri Lanka pledge mutual assistance on a range of issues,3/20/2021,International Relations,Sri Lanka and Bangladesh have signed 6 memoranda of understanding after Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Wazed a...,Bangladesh and Sri Lanka pledge mutual assistance on a range of issues Sri Lanka and Bangladesh have signed 6 memoranda of understanding after Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Wazed a...,positive,0.919133306
"Sri Lanka taxes frozen mackerel at Rs6.00 a kilo, kurakkan Rs70",3/20/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has issued a gazette notice taxing mackerel at 6.00 rupees a kilogram while taxing kurakkan at 70 rupee a kilo...,"Sri Lanka taxes frozen mackerel at Rs6.00 a kilo, kurakkan Rs70 Sri Lanka has issued a gazette notice taxing mackerel at 6.00 rupees a kilogram while taxing kurakkan at 70 rupee a kilo...",negative,-0.993156016
Indian becomes the second woman to swim across the Palk Straits,3/20/2021,International Relations,"A 47-year old Indian, Syamala Goli, became the second woman and 13th person to swim across the Palk Strait when she reac...","Indian becomes the second woman to swim across the Palk Straits A 47-year old Indian, Syamala Goli, became the second woman and 13th person to swim across the Palk Strait when she reac...",positive,0.903406024
Mahinda pledges to stand with Bangladesh,3/20/2021,International Relations,"Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has stressed the possibilities of achieving closer cooperation in maritime, shipping, t...","Mahinda pledges to stand with Bangladesh Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has stressed the possibilities of achieving closer cooperation in maritime, shipping, t...",positive,0.980797589
"UK Court confirms diplomatic immunity of Sri Lanka defense counselor, lower court order quashed: Lon...",3/20/2021,Legal,The UK High Court has quashed a lower court order against Sri Lanka Counsellor (Defence) of Sri Lanka High Commission in...,"UK Court confirms diplomatic immunity of Sri Lanka defense counselor, lower court order quashed: Lon... The UK High Court has quashed a lower court order against Sri Lanka Counsellor (Defence) of Sri Lanka High Commission in...",negative,-0.992389858
"Sri Lanka's Adani-WCT terminal is a private deal without tender, not govt-to-govt: opposition",3/20/2021,Economy,Handing over the West Container Terminal of Sri Lanka's Colombo port to Adani group is not a government-to-government co...,"Sri Lanka's Adani-WCT terminal is a private deal without tender, not govt-to-govt: opposition Handing over the West Container Terminal of Sri Lanka's Colombo port to Adani group is not a government-to-government co...",negative,-0.995685697
Sri Lanka failed finance company depositors to Rs9.8bn extra after insurance increased,3/19/2021,Banking,Depositors of failed Sri Lanka finance companies will get 9.8 billion rupee more with the ceiling on deposits qualified ...,Sri Lanka failed finance company depositors to Rs9.8bn extra after insurance increased Depositors of failed Sri Lanka finance companies will get 9.8 billion rupee more with the ceiling on deposits qualified ...,negative,-0.991534054
Environmental activists cry foul as climate action event allegedly disrupted,3/19/2021,Environment,A collective of Sri Lankan environmental activists were in for a rude shock this morning when a 30x60 feet print of a â€...,Environmental activists cry foul as climate action event allegedly disrupted A collective of Sri Lankan environmental activists were in for a rude shock this morning when a 30x60 feet print of a â€...,negative,-0.999135315
Sri Lanka rupee closes 198/199.00 to one-week dollar,3/19/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed marginally up Friday at 198/199.00 against the one-week dollar, after opening stronger, while bon...","Sri Lanka rupee closes 198/199.00 to one-week dollar Sri Lanka rupee closed marginally up Friday at 198/199.00 against the one-week dollar, after opening stronger, while bon...",negative,-0.990534186
"Sri Lanka shares slide 5.4-pct over week, stock values dip below 3 trillion",3/19/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks fell for the fifth straight day ending the week 5.4 percent down amid with the index dragged down 1.1 F...,"Sri Lanka shares slide 5.4-pct over week, stock values dip below 3 trillion Sri Lanka stocks fell for the fifth straight day ending the week 5.4 percent down amid with the index dragged down 1.1 F...",negative,-0.999696493
"MR arrives in Dhaka, welcomed by Sheikh Hasina",3/19/2021,International Relations,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa will be the guest of honour at a ceremony to mark the birth centenary of the founder of...,"MR arrives in Dhaka, welcomed by Sheikh Hasina Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa will be the guest of honour at a ceremony to mark the birth centenary of the founder of...",positive,0.999652267
"Sri Lanka to introduce ""unlimited"" internet not subject to FUP: regulator",3/19/2021,ICT,"Sri Lanka’s telecom regulator has announced plans to provide “unlimited” internet packages to the public, not subj...","Sri Lanka to introduce ""unlimited"" internet not subject to FUP: regulator Sri Lanka’s telecom regulator has announced plans to provide “unlimited” internet packages to the public, not subj...",negative,-0.902661562
Battaramulla tops the list of Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases,3/19/2021,Health,"The highest number of 56 Coronavirus cases in the 24 hours ending 0600 on March 19, or over half the cases in Sri Lanka'...","Battaramulla tops the list of Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases The highest number of 56 Coronavirus cases in the 24 hours ending 0600 on March 19, or over half the cases in Sri Lanka'...",positive,0.955463111
"Sri Lanka's ""de-radicalisation"" regulations draw strong criticism from HRW, ICJ",3/19/2021,Human Rights,Sri Lanka’s new ‘de-radicalisation” regulations have drawn strong criticism from the Human Rights Watch and the In...,"Sri Lanka's ""de-radicalisation"" regulations draw strong criticism from HRW, ICJ Sri Lanka’s new ‘de-radicalisation” regulations have drawn strong criticism from the Human Rights Watch and the In...",negative,-0.993727207
Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer at 197.50/198.50 against one week dollar,3/19/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 197.50/198.50 to the one week US dollar on Friday after a forex surrender requireme...,Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer at 197.50/198.50 against one week dollar Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 197.50/198.50 to the one week US dollar on Friday after a forex surrender requireme...,negative,-0.98787117
Sri Lanka plans to let vaccinated tourists join the community,3/19/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka is planning to allow tourists who are already vaccinated to arrive in the country, and join the community unde...","Sri Lanka plans to let vaccinated tourists join the community Sri Lanka is planning to allow tourists who are already vaccinated to arrive in the country, and join the community unde...",negative,-0.979403675
Sri Lanka overnight window borrowings spike amid reserve outflow,3/19/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's commercial banks have borrowed 10.5 billion rupees from the central bank's overnight window amid reserve out...,Sri Lanka overnight window borrowings spike amid reserve outflow Sri Lanka's commercial banks have borrowed 10.5 billion rupees from the central bank's overnight window amid reserve out...,negative,-0.98461622
Prime Minister in Bangladesh on two-day visit,3/19/2021,International Relations,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is in Bangladesh today to join celebrations connected to the hundredth birth anniversar...,Prime Minister in Bangladesh on two-day visit Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is in Bangladesh today to join celebrations connected to the hundredth birth anniversar...,positive,0.999140501
Sri Lanka relaxes quarantine rules for vaccinated arrivals,3/18/2021,Health,Arrivals to Sri Lanka who have received both doses of any COVID-19 vaccine now have to spend only one day in quarantine ...,Sri Lanka relaxes quarantine rules for vaccinated arrivals Arrivals to Sri Lanka who have received both doses of any COVID-19 vaccine now have to spend only one day in quarantine ...,negative,-0.984737694
Shakthika to sue for Rs 20 million in damages: lawyer,3/18/2021,Free Speech,"Sri Lankan fiction writer Shakthika Sakthumara, who was in pre-trial detention for months over a controversial short sto...","Shakthika to sue for Rs 20 million in damages: lawyer Sri Lankan fiction writer Shakthika Sakthumara, who was in pre-trial detention for months over a controversial short sto...",negative,-0.992834687
Sri Lanka rupee strengthens after forex surrender suspension,3/18/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed slightly firmer at 198.50/199.00 levels to the US dollar in one week forward market on Thursd...,Sri Lanka rupee strengthens after forex surrender suspension Sri Lanka’s rupee closed slightly firmer at 198.50/199.00 levels to the US dollar in one week forward market on Thursd...,positive,0.990974128
Sri Lanka suspends forex surrender requirement,3/18/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has temporarily suspended a requirement imposed on banks to surrender a part of remittances and export receipt...,Sri Lanka suspends forex surrender requirement Sri Lanka has temporarily suspended a requirement imposed on banks to surrender a part of remittances and export receipt...,negative,-0.989755452
Sri Lanka stocks end 1.62-pct lower on continued selling pressure,3/18/2021,Markets," Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.62 per cent on Thursday on selling pressure seen in LOLC Holdings, Expolanka Holdings and Brown...","Sri Lanka stocks end 1.62-pct lower on continued selling pressure  Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.62 per cent on Thursday on selling pressure seen in LOLC Holdings, Expolanka Holdings and Brown...",negative,-0.999261081
Sri Lanka working with India on wedding bubble,3/18/2021,Business,Sri Lanka is working with India to set up a travel bubble to host destinations weddings in Sri Lanka and also resume mee...,Sri Lanka working with India on wedding bubble Sri Lanka is working with India to set up a travel bubble to host destinations weddings in Sri Lanka and also resume mee...,negative,-0.806294799
Police arrest journalist who claimed he was assaulted,3/18/2021,Crime,The Police are accusing free-lance Journalist Sujeewa Gamage of cooking up the story that he was abducted and assaulted ...,Police arrest journalist who claimed he was assaulted The Police are accusing free-lance Journalist Sujeewa Gamage of cooking up the story that he was abducted and assaulted ...,negative,-0.993812799
SLFP yet to decide on PC polls; rank and file have concerns: Rohana Lakshman,3/18/2021,Politics,The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) has yet to reach a decision on whether to contest the upcoming provincial council ele...,SLFP yet to decide on PC polls; rank and file have concerns: Rohana Lakshman The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) has yet to reach a decision on whether to contest the upcoming provincial council ele...,negative,-0.997485876
Sri Lanka rubber plantations face devastation from Pestalotiopsis leaf disease,3/18/2021,Agriculture,"A leaf fall disease caused by Pestalotiopsis, a fungus has begun to ravage Sri Lanka's rubber plantations and could reac...","Sri Lanka rubber plantations face devastation from Pestalotiopsis leaf disease A leaf fall disease caused by Pestalotiopsis, a fungus has begun to ravage Sri Lanka's rubber plantations and could reac...",negative,-0.997484326
Florida woman gives birth to first ever baby with COVID-19 antibodies,3/18/2021,Health,"A woman in south Florida, US, who had received one dose of the Moderna vaccine while 36 weeks pregnant has given birth t...","Florida woman gives birth to first ever baby with COVID-19 antibodies A woman in south Florida, US, who had received one dose of the Moderna vaccine while 36 weeks pregnant has given birth t...",negative,-0.952789247
India has pledged Sri Lanka will not be wronged at UNHRC: foreign secy,3/18/2021,Health,India has pledged to ensure that Sri Lanka will not be wronged in any way at the ongoing United Nations Human Rights Cou...,India has pledged Sri Lanka will not be wronged at UNHRC: foreign secy India has pledged to ensure that Sri Lanka will not be wronged in any way at the ongoing United Nations Human Rights Cou...,positive,0.996125042
Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly firmer at 199.50/200.50 levels in one-week forwards market,3/18/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted slightly firmer at 199.50/200.50 levels to the US dollar in one week forward market on Thursd...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly firmer at 199.50/200.50 levels in one-week forwards market Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted slightly firmer at 199.50/200.50 levels to the US dollar in one week forward market on Thursd...,negative,-0.99590826
Sri Lanka LGP distributors should return favour given during Covid-19 crisis: Basil,3/18/2021,Energy,Sri Lanka's liquefied gas distributors should return the favour given by the government of allowing them to keep prices ...,Sri Lanka LGP distributors should return favour given during Covid-19 crisis: Basil Sri Lanka's liquefied gas distributors should return the favour given by the government of allowing them to keep prices ...,negative,-0.842281699
"Sri Lanka container transshipment down 3.3-pct, domestic down 14.4-pct",3/18/2021,Logistics,Container throughput at Sri Lanka's ports fell 5.2 percent to 6.85 million twenty foot equivalent unit in 2020 with a st...,"Sri Lanka container transshipment down 3.3-pct, domestic down 14.4-pct Container throughput at Sri Lanka's ports fell 5.2 percent to 6.85 million twenty foot equivalent unit in 2020 with a st...",negative,-0.999456227
"RaviK, Aloysius and five others remanded over alleged Bonds Scam",3/17/2021,Courts,Former Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake and seven others have been remanded by the Special High Court hearing the alle...,"RaviK, Aloysius and five others remanded over alleged Bonds Scam Former Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake and seven others have been remanded by the Special High Court hearing the alle...",negative,-0.953167915
SriLankan Engineering to maintain FITS Aviation Airbus freighters,3/17/2021,Aviation,SriLankan Engineering said it had struck a deal to maintain Airbus A320 family freighters operated by Sri Lanka based FI...,SriLankan Engineering to maintain FITS Aviation Airbus freighters SriLankan Engineering said it had struck a deal to maintain Airbus A320 family freighters operated by Sri Lanka based FI...,negative,-0.643955946
Sri Lanka's Drug menace needs a new approach,3/17/2021,Crime,"Crime surrounding the increased use of hard drugs in Sri Lanka is a major societal and law and order concern, but are we...","Sri Lanka's Drug menace needs a new approach Crime surrounding the increased use of hard drugs in Sri Lanka is a major societal and law and order concern, but are we...",negative,-0.930321455
Sri Lanka's rupee hits a new historic low of 202/203 to one week dollar,3/17/2021,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka's rupee closed at 202/303 in one week dollars on Wednesday dealers said amid record money printing, dollar su...","Sri Lanka's rupee hits a new historic low of 202/203 to one week dollar  Sri Lanka's rupee closed at 202/303 in one week dollars on Wednesday dealers said amid record money printing, dollar su...",negative,-0.996482015
Vaccinated returnees may no longer have to go into quarantine: Army chief,3/17/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka plans to amend quarantine regulations for returnees to the island, Army Commander Gen Shavendra Silva said.","Vaccinated returnees may no longer have to go into quarantine: Army chief Sri Lanka plans to amend quarantine regulations for returnees to the island, Army Commander Gen Shavendra Silva said.",positive,0.978839874
Sri Lanka fails to sell 42-pct of Treasuries offered,3/17/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has failed to sell 42 percent of 45 billion rupees of Treasury bills offered at an auction Wednesday amid pre-...,Sri Lanka fails to sell 42-pct of Treasuries offered Sri Lanka has failed to sell 42 percent of 45 billion rupees of Treasury bills offered at an auction Wednesday amid pre-...,negative,-0.999671459
Sri Lanka stocks end 1.06 -pct lower,3/17/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.06 percent on Wednesday with selling seen in LOLC Holdings, LOLC Development Finance and Expolan...","Sri Lanka stocks end 1.06 -pct lower Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.06 percent on Wednesday with selling seen in LOLC Holdings, LOLC Development Finance and Expolan...",negative,-0.999017835
"Lockdown unlikely during Avurudu, but public urged to exercise caution",3/17/2021,Health,Sri Lanka has yet to decide on imposing lockdowns and movement restrictions during the coming National New Year in April...,"Lockdown unlikely during Avurudu, but public urged to exercise caution Sri Lanka has yet to decide on imposing lockdowns and movement restrictions during the coming National New Year in April...",negative,-0.909331858
Sri Lanka import controls and their impact,3/17/2021,Op-ed/Special Reports,Sri Lanka's import controls have created shortages and inflated prices giving profits to some domestic producers from fa...,Sri Lanka import controls and their impact Sri Lanka's import controls have created shortages and inflated prices giving profits to some domestic producers from fa...,negative,-0.997929692
Sri Lanka's SAGT deploys safety cages for lashing crew,3/17/2021,Logistics,"South Asia Gateway Terminals, a unit of publicly traded John Keells Holdings said it had deployed lashing cages to impro...","Sri Lanka's SAGT deploys safety cages for lashing crew South Asia Gateway Terminals, a unit of publicly traded John Keells Holdings said it had deployed lashing cages to impro...",negative,-0.990890205
Rajapaksa administration has won gold medal in deforestation: Opposition MP,3/17/2021,Environment,"The Gotabaya Rajapaksa administration has won the gold medal in deforestation, and the alleged destruction of the enviro...","Rajapaksa administration has won gold medal in deforestation: Opposition MP The Gotabaya Rajapaksa administration has won the gold medal in deforestation, and the alleged destruction of the enviro...",positive,0.988628745
"Blood clots found in dead Covishield recipient in Sri Lanka, but no evidence yet of a link",3/17/2021,Health,A 40-year-of old male resident of Embilipitya who received the Covishield AstraZeneca vaccine two weeks ago died yesterd...,"Blood clots found in dead Covishield recipient in Sri Lanka, but no evidence yet of a link A 40-year-of old male resident of Embilipitya who received the Covishield AstraZeneca vaccine two weeks ago died yesterd...",negative,-0.996459782
Sri Lanka Savings Bank '[SL] BBB-' rating confirmed by ICRA,3/17/2021,Banking,"ECONOMYNEXT - State-run Sri Lanka' Savings Bank's '[SL] BBB-' domestic rating has been confirmed by ICRA Lanka, a rating...","Sri Lanka Savings Bank '[SL] BBB-' rating confirmed by ICRA ECONOMYNEXT - State-run Sri Lanka' Savings Bank's '[SL] BBB-' domestic rating has been confirmed by ICRA Lanka, a rating...",negative,-0.952580214
Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 199.50/201.50 levels in one week forwards market,3/17/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted at 199.50/201.50 levels to the US dollar in the one week forwards market while the bond yield...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 199.50/201.50 levels in one week forwards market Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted at 199.50/201.50 levels to the US dollar in the one week forwards market while the bond yield...,negative,-0.997267008
"China to play central role in supporting 'CCC' rated Sri Lanka, Maldives, Laos: Fitch",3/17/2021,Economy,"China is expected to play a major role in providing financial support for 'CCC' rated borrowers, Sri Lanka, Maldives and...","China to play central role in supporting 'CCC' rated Sri Lanka, Maldives, Laos: Fitch China is expected to play a major role in providing financial support for 'CCC' rated borrowers, Sri Lanka, Maldives and...",negative,-0.949569821
"Sri Lanka GDP contracts 3.6-pct in 2020 amid Coronavirus, import substitution",3/17/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's gross domestic product has contracted 3.6 percent in 2020, down from 2.3 percent in 2019 amid a Coronavirus ...","Sri Lanka GDP contracts 3.6-pct in 2020 amid Coronavirus, import substitution Sri Lanka's gross domestic product has contracted 3.6 percent in 2020, down from 2.3 percent in 2019 amid a Coronavirus ...",negative,-0.981392086
Sri Lanka GDP grows 1.3-pct in fourth quarter 2020,3/17/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's gross domestic product was estimated to have grown 1.3 percent in the fourth quarter of 2020 against 1.6 per...,Sri Lanka GDP grows 1.3-pct in fourth quarter 2020 Sri Lanka's gross domestic product was estimated to have grown 1.3 percent in the fourth quarter of 2020 against 1.6 per...,negative,-0.8921085
Police investigating journalist’s claim he was abducted and assaulted,3/16/2021,Crime,"Police Colombo Crimes Division (CCD) is probing an allegation by journalist Sujeewa Gamage, a web journalist who says he...","Police investigating journalist’s claim he was abducted and assaulted Police Colombo Crimes Division (CCD) is probing an allegation by journalist Sujeewa Gamage, a web journalist who says he...",negative,-0.988296688
Azath Salley arrested and detained under PTA and ICCPR – AG’s Dept.,3/16/2021,Democracy,"Former Governor of the Western Province Azath Salley has been arrested on the orders of the Attorney General, the AG’s...","Azath Salley arrested and detained under PTA and ICCPR – AG’s Dept. Former Governor of the Western Province Azath Salley has been arrested on the orders of the Attorney General, the AG’s...",negative,-0.981672704
Colombo Fashion Week to show 21 Sri Lanka designers; revive pandemic hit industry,3/16/2021,Arts and Culture," Sri Lanka's HSBC Fashion Week will kick off on March 25, showcasing 21 designers helping revive a pandemic weakened ind...","Colombo Fashion Week to show 21 Sri Lanka designers; revive pandemic hit industry  Sri Lanka's HSBC Fashion Week will kick off on March 25, showcasing 21 designers helping revive a pandemic weakened ind...",positive,0.998692214
Sri Lanka rupee falls to 200.75 to dollar in spot next,3/16/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee fell to near 200.75 to the US dollar in the spot next market Tuesday, while on week dollars were quote...","Sri Lanka rupee falls to 200.75 to dollar in spot next Sri Lanka's rupee fell to near 200.75 to the US dollar in the spot next market Tuesday, while on week dollars were quote...",negative,-0.996533871
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.57-pct lower for the second day,3/16/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.57 percent for the second day of the week on Tuesday on index Hayleys, Expolanka Holdings and LO...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.57-pct lower for the second day Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.57 percent for the second day of the week on Tuesday on index Hayleys, Expolanka Holdings and LO...",negative,-0.99942112
Imported COVID-19 cases on the rise in Sri Lanka,3/16/2021,Health,"Imported COVID-19 cases are on the rise in Sri Lanka, with more returnees from the Middle East testing positive for the ...","Imported COVID-19 cases on the rise in Sri Lanka Imported COVID-19 cases are on the rise in Sri Lanka, with more returnees from the Middle East testing positive for the ...",positive,0.658122599
"Sri Lanka PC polls: no int'l pressure, but people's rights must be upheld, says govt",3/16/2021,Politics,There is no move to expedite Sri Lanka’s long-delayed provincial council elections at the behest of foreign powers but...,"Sri Lanka PC polls: no int'l pressure, but people's rights must be upheld, says govt There is no move to expedite Sri Lanka’s long-delayed provincial council elections at the behest of foreign powers but...",negative,-0.94664675
SriLankan Airlines to acquire freighter to capture Covid-19 cargo,3/16/2021,Aviation,State-run SriLankan Airlines had been given the go ahead to acquire a freighter as a Coronavirus pandemic has cut passen...,SriLankan Airlines to acquire freighter to capture Covid-19 cargo State-run SriLankan Airlines had been given the go ahead to acquire a freighter as a Coronavirus pandemic has cut passen...,negative,-0.998841822
Burka ban: No decision yet says Keheliya,3/16/2021,Human Rights,"Discussions are still underway about the decision to ban the wearing of the Burka and the Niqab in Sri Lanka, said Minis...","Burka ban: No decision yet says Keheliya Discussions are still underway about the decision to ban the wearing of the Burka and the Niqab in Sri Lanka, said Minis...",negative,-0.997530401
Adani deal for West Container Terminal not finalized - Keheliya,3/16/2021,Logistics,Sri Lanka says that the 51 per cent stake in the West Container Terminal (WCT) in Colombo port was only an offer made by...,Adani deal for West Container Terminal not finalized - Keheliya Sri Lanka says that the 51 per cent stake in the West Container Terminal (WCT) in Colombo port was only an offer made by...,negative,-0.998149753
Pathirana says the suspended vaccine was never shipped to Sri Lanka,3/16/2021,Health,The government is reassuring Sri Lankans that the batch of Oxford/AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines which was temporarily su...,Pathirana says the suspended vaccine was never shipped to Sri Lanka The government is reassuring Sri Lankans that the batch of Oxford/AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines which was temporarily su...,negative,-0.999487281
SJB to launch a protest campaign against the government,3/16/2021,Politics,The main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya held its first-anniversary rally in Colombo yesterday pledging to launch coun...,SJB to launch a protest campaign against the government The main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya held its first-anniversary rally in Colombo yesterday pledging to launch coun...,negative,-0.969072461
Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat at 198.00/199.00 in the one-week forward market,3/16/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted flat at 198.00/199.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Tuesday while...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat at 198.00/199.00 in the one-week forward market Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted flat at 198.00/199.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Tuesday while...,negative,-0.999340951
Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata 'AAA(lka)' rating confirmed,3/16/2021,ICT,Fitch Ratings has confirmed an 'AAA(lka)' rating of Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata with a 'stable outlook.,Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata 'AAA(lka)' rating confirmed Fitch Ratings has confirmed an 'AAA(lka)' rating of Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata with a 'stable outlook.,positive,0.97905767
Fitch expects Sri Lanka Airtel unit to seek M&A,3/16/2021,ICT,"Fitch Ratings said it expected Airtel Lanka, a unit of India's Bharti Airtel to seek mergers and acquisition deal as the...","Fitch expects Sri Lanka Airtel unit to seek M&A Fitch Ratings said it expected Airtel Lanka, a unit of India's Bharti Airtel to seek mergers and acquisition deal as the...",negative,-0.998811364
"Sri Lanka to appoint foreclosure ombudsman, change mortgage laws: PM",3/16/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has ordered that an ombudsman be appointed to review sales of assets given ...,"Sri Lanka to appoint foreclosure ombudsman, change mortgage laws: PM Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has ordered that an ombudsman be appointed to review sales of assets given ...",negative,-0.960183859
Sri Lanka loan from China development bank close to materializing,3/16/2021,Economy,"A loan from China Development Bank for 700 million dollar equivalent is 'close to materializing' a top official said, so...","Sri Lanka loan from China development bank close to materializing A loan from China Development Bank for 700 million dollar equivalent is 'close to materializing' a top official said, so...",negative,-0.9661057
"Adani India to have 51-of Sri Lanka port terminal, JKH a 'material stake'",3/16/2021,Logistics,"India's Adani Ports said it will have a 51 percent stake in a container terminal in Colombo port, while Sri Lanka's John...","Adani India to have 51-of Sri Lanka port terminal, JKH a 'material stake' India's Adani Ports said it will have a 51 percent stake in a container terminal in Colombo port, while Sri Lanka's John...",negative,-0.94523263
Easter Attacks: Protests demanding justice to continue as Catholic Bishops are unhappy with PCoI rep...,3/15/2021,Easter Sunday attacks,Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic Bishops are united in expressing their dissatisfaction over the investigations into the Eas...,Easter Attacks: Protests demanding justice to continue as Catholic Bishops are unhappy with PCoI rep... Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic Bishops are united in expressing their dissatisfaction over the investigations into the Eas...,positive,0.665255666
Add FTZ apparel workers to vaccine priority list: labour rights groups,3/15/2021,Health,Labour rights activists in Sri Lanka have urged the government to add apparel workers to the country’s vaccination pri...,Add FTZ apparel workers to vaccine priority list: labour rights groups Labour rights activists in Sri Lanka have urged the government to add apparel workers to the country’s vaccination pri...,negative,-0.903095663
"Leading the Nation through inclusion, equality and educational reforms",3/15/2021,Democracy,"Ten women, academics, professionals, activists and sportswomen were invited to speak for ten minutes at a March 8 event ...","Leading the Nation through inclusion, equality and educational reforms Ten women, academics, professionals, activists and sportswomen were invited to speak for ten minutes at a March 8 event ...",positive,0.995535135
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 198.00/199.00 in the one-week forward market,3/15/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 198.00/199.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Monday whil...,Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 198.00/199.00 in the one-week forward market Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 198.00/199.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Monday whil...,negative,-0.999155283
Sri Lanka extends debt moratorium on passenger transport vehicles,3/15/2021,Banking,"Sri Lanka has extended a moratorium on buses, school vans and three wheeler for a further six months from April 01, on r...","Sri Lanka extends debt moratorium on passenger transport vehicles Sri Lanka has extended a moratorium on buses, school vans and three wheeler for a further six months from April 01, on r...",negative,-0.933745623
FMM calls the Press Council flawed and wants it abolished not restructured,3/15/2021,Democracy,The Free Media Movement (FMM) is calling for the abolishing of the Press Council and has vehemently opposed the governme...,FMM calls the Press Council flawed and wants it abolished not restructured The Free Media Movement (FMM) is calling for the abolishing of the Press Council and has vehemently opposed the governme...,negative,-0.999351203
"Meaningful devolution will support peace, inclusive progress in Sri Lanka: India envoy",3/15/2021,Political News,Commitments made by the government of Sri Lanka for equality and justice for the Tamil community through meaningful devo...,"Meaningful devolution will support peace, inclusive progress in Sri Lanka: India envoy Commitments made by the government of Sri Lanka for equality and justice for the Tamil community through meaningful devo...",positive,0.999054253
Sri Lanka stocks end 1.20-pct lower on selling pressure,3/15/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.20 percent on Monday due to heavy selling seen in LOLC Holdings, John Keells Holdings and Vallib...","Sri Lanka stocks end 1.20-pct lower on selling pressure Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.20 percent on Monday due to heavy selling seen in LOLC Holdings, John Keells Holdings and Vallib...",negative,-0.999165297
"Impose excess profit tax to recover sugar scam losses, UNP urges govt",3/15/2021,Corruption,Sri Lanka must immediately impose an excess profit tax to recover the Rs 15.9 billion loss in tax revenue from the alleg...,"Impose excess profit tax to recover sugar scam losses, UNP urges govt Sri Lanka must immediately impose an excess profit tax to recover the Rs 15.9 billion loss in tax revenue from the alleg...",negative,-0.996253729
"Online registration for vaccines, now open to over-60s in Colombo 1 to 15",3/15/2021,Health,The Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) has introduced an online facility for citizens above the age 60 in Colombo 1 to 15 t...,"Online registration for vaccines, now open to over-60s in Colombo 1 to 15 The Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) has introduced an online facility for citizens above the age 60 in Colombo 1 to 15 t...",negative,-0.535886824
"Sri Lanka opposition MP claims web journalist abducted, assaulted and released",3/15/2021,Free Speech,A Sri Lankan web journalist who had allegedly been abducted in a black van and then released with assault injuries was t...,"Sri Lanka opposition MP claims web journalist abducted, assaulted and released A Sri Lankan web journalist who had allegedly been abducted in a black van and then released with assault injuries was t...",negative,-0.996851623
Thousands of Migrant workers stranded in the Gulf States,3/15/2021,Migrant workers,"Almost a year after the COVID-19 pandemic hit, many Sri Lankan migrant workers remain stranded mostly in the Gulf States...","Thousands of Migrant workers stranded in the Gulf States Almost a year after the COVID-19 pandemic hit, many Sri Lankan migrant workers remain stranded mostly in the Gulf States...",negative,-0.990471125
Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 197.50/198.50 levels in one-week forward market,3/15/2021,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 197.50/198.50 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Monday whi...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 197.50/198.50 levels in one-week forward market  Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 197.50/198.50 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Monday whi...,negative,-0.999146581
Sri Lanka's China-run port drives vessel lay-up business,3/15/2021,Logistics,Sri Lanka's China-run Hambantota Port said it is supporting a vessel lay-up business expanding the island's role as a ma...,Sri Lanka's China-run port drives vessel lay-up business Sri Lanka's China-run Hambantota Port said it is supporting a vessel lay-up business expanding the island's role as a ma...,positive,0.994101942
Sri Lanka debt crisis trapped in spurious Keynesian 'transfer problem' and MMT: Bellwether,3/15/2021,Bellwether,"In Sri Lanka politicians are blamed for the country's economic ills and rising default risk, but it is only partly their...","Sri Lanka debt crisis trapped in spurious Keynesian 'transfer problem' and MMT: Bellwether In Sri Lanka politicians are blamed for the country's economic ills and rising default risk, but it is only partly their...",negative,-0.991723478
Sri Lanka seafarers exempted from pre-flight Coronavirus test,3/14/2021,Business,"Seafarers who return to Sri Lanka have been exempted from a pre-flight Coronavirus test by health authorities,  if they ...","Sri Lanka seafarers exempted from pre-flight Coronavirus test Seafarers who return to Sri Lanka have been exempted from a pre-flight Coronavirus test by health authorities,  if they ...",negative,-0.955164492
Sri Lanka expects to collect 125mn dollars a month from exporter surrenders,3/14/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka expects to collect about 125 million US dollars a month from foreign exchange surrenders once efforts to track...,Sri Lanka expects to collect 125mn dollars a month from exporter surrenders Sri Lanka expects to collect about 125 million US dollars a month from foreign exchange surrenders once efforts to track...,negative,-0.997998536
"Sri Lanka finance companies loan growth to slow, bad loans to rise",3/14/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka's finance and leasing companies are likely to see weak loan growth and high bad loans amid a Coronavirus pande...,"Sri Lanka finance companies loan growth to slow, bad loans to rise Sri Lanka's finance and leasing companies are likely to see weak loan growth and high bad loans amid a Coronavirus pande...",negative,-0.999679565
"Sri Lanka sugar scam saga: questionable tax changes not new, no revenue 'loss': Finance Ministry",3/13/2021,Economy,"Sudden tax changes that gave large profits to a few traders was not limited to the current administration, but had taken...","Sri Lanka sugar scam saga: questionable tax changes not new, no revenue 'loss': Finance Ministry Sudden tax changes that gave large profits to a few traders was not limited to the current administration, but had taken...",negative,-0.993485034
"IMF was dragging feet in 2020, Sri Lanka provided relief in Pandemic on its own: Minister",3/13/2021,Economy,The International Monetary Fund was dragging its feet in providing support to Sri Lanka in 2020 and the island gave reli...,"IMF was dragging feet in 2020, Sri Lanka provided relief in Pandemic on its own: Minister The International Monetary Fund was dragging its feet in providing support to Sri Lanka in 2020 and the island gave reli...",negative,-0.996112168
India's Prime Minister Modi talks to Sri Lanka President,3/13/2021,Political News,India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he had a telephone conversation with Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa.,India's Prime Minister Modi talks to Sri Lanka President India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he had a telephone conversation with Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa.,negative,-0.7531479
Ranil’s former Secretary files FR petition against Political Victimisation Commission,3/13/2021,Corruption,The Former Secretary to the Prime Minister Saman Ekanayake has filed a Fundamental Rights Petition in the Supreme Court ...,Ranil’s former Secretary files FR petition against Political Victimisation Commission The Former Secretary to the Prime Minister Saman Ekanayake has filed a Fundamental Rights Petition in the Supreme Court ...,negative,-0.971663594
President wants Provincial Council elections held as soon as possible,3/13/2021,Politics,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa wants elections to Provincial Councils held soon either under the old Law or under the prop...,President wants Provincial Council elections held as soon as possible President Gotabaya Rajapaksa wants elections to Provincial Councils held soon either under the old Law or under the prop...,negative,-0.98784411
Sri Lanka newly built Macksons Tower offers flexible rents in tight economy,3/13/2021,Business,"Macksons Tower, a newly completed 19-floor mixed development says it is offering flexible rental options support prospec...","Sri Lanka newly built Macksons Tower offers flexible rents in tight economy Macksons Tower, a newly completed 19-floor mixed development says it is offering flexible rental options support prospec...",positive,0.986953139
"Sri Lanka mulls quota, license raj for car imports after printing money",3/12/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has asked vehicle importers to come up with a plan such as a quota or alternative foreign exchange financing t...,"Sri Lanka mulls quota, license raj for car imports after printing money Sri Lanka has asked vehicle importers to come up with a plan such as a quota or alternative foreign exchange financing t...",negative,-0.997984648
Easter Attacks: Church calls off protests but will the victims get justice?,3/12/2021,Easter Sunday attacks,Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic Church has called off its month-long protest campaign to demand justice for the victims of ...,Easter Attacks: Church calls off protests but will the victims get justice? Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic Church has called off its month-long protest campaign to demand justice for the victims of ...,negative,-0.995208919
Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 197.00/198.00 in the one-week forward market,3/12/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 197.00/198.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Friday whil...,Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 197.00/198.00 in the one-week forward market Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 197.00/198.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Friday whil...,negative,-0.999342501
Sri Lanka detects South African COVID-19 “Escape” variant amongst others,3/12/2021,Health,A Sri Lankan university laboratory has detected a number of COVID-19 variants including the fast-spreading South African...,Sri Lanka detects South African COVID-19 “Escape” variant amongst others A Sri Lankan university laboratory has detected a number of COVID-19 variants including the fast-spreading South African...,negative,-0.78978169
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.48-pct higher recovering some of the losses,3/12/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.48 percent recovering some of the losses on Friday pushed by index heavy, Expolanka Holdings, ...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.48-pct higher recovering some of the losses Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.48 percent recovering some of the losses on Friday pushed by index heavy, Expolanka Holdings, ...",negative,-0.975851297
Sri Lanka to start vaccinating over-60s tomorrow with COVAX delivery,3/12/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka will commence vaccinating people over 60 in high risk areas of the Western Province tomorrow with the 264,000 ...","Sri Lanka to start vaccinating over-60s tomorrow with COVAX delivery Sri Lanka will commence vaccinating people over 60 in high risk areas of the Western Province tomorrow with the 264,000 ...",negative,-0.693979561
JVP files FR petition against sugar scam,3/12/2021,Corruption,The opposition Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) filed a fundamental rights petition in the Supreme Court today seeking le...,JVP files FR petition against sugar scam The opposition Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) filed a fundamental rights petition in the Supreme Court today seeking le...,negative,-0.990542591
Basil qualified to run for president if GR doesn't seek re-election: SLPP MP,3/12/2021,Politics,Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) architect Basil Rajapaksa is the most qualified to run for president in the event Pre...,Basil qualified to run for president if GR doesn't seek re-election: SLPP MP Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) architect Basil Rajapaksa is the most qualified to run for president in the event Pre...,positive,0.99674511
Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 198.00/198.10 levels in the one-week forward market,3/12/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 198.00/198.10 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Friday whil...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 198.00/198.10 levels in the one-week forward market Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 198.00/198.10 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Friday whil...,negative,-0.999000251
“Your ‘Sri Lankanness’ will not be reduced to one aspect of your identity.”,3/12/2021,Democracy," On March 8, International Women’s Day the Friedrich Nauman Foundation for Freedom invited ten selected women to say w...","“Your ‘Sri Lankanness’ will not be reduced to one aspect of your identity.”  On March 8, International Women’s Day the Friedrich Nauman Foundation for Freedom invited ten selected women to say w...",positive,0.998014569
Sri Lanka 2020 deal talks hit a snag on debt sustainability: IMF spokesman,3/12/2021,Economy,Talks on an International Monetary Fund program in 2020 had hit a snag over policies required for debt sustainability an...,Sri Lanka 2020 deal talks hit a snag on debt sustainability: IMF spokesman Talks on an International Monetary Fund program in 2020 had hit a snag over policies required for debt sustainability an...,negative,-0.987069488
Easter attacks: Govt. cannot arrest Sirisena for terror strike as it will lose majority,3/11/2021,Easter Sunday attacks,Opposition Parliamentarian Kavinda Jayawardena says he does not see the current government implementing the recommendati...,Easter attacks: Govt. cannot arrest Sirisena for terror strike as it will lose majority Opposition Parliamentarian Kavinda Jayawardena says he does not see the current government implementing the recommendati...,negative,-0.998937786
Invitation for Myanmar: All BIMSTEC members have to be invited says Colambage,3/11/2021,Democracy,Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena has become the newest villain for Myanmarese fighting for democracy in...,Invitation for Myanmar: All BIMSTEC members have to be invited says Colambage Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena has become the newest villain for Myanmarese fighting for democracy in...,positive,0.961659729
Sri Lanka imports recover in January 2021 amid credit pick up,3/11/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's imports grew to 1,592 million US dollars in January 2021 as credit and economic activities recovered the hig...","Sri Lanka imports recover in January 2021 amid credit pick up Sri Lanka's imports grew to 1,592 million US dollars in January 2021 as credit and economic activities recovered the hig...",negative,-0.982664883
Sri Lanka’s boardrooms need 500 more women to close the gender gap in the corporate world,3/11/2021,Business,Sri Lanka will need 500 more women directors in boardrooms of listed companies to reach gender parity although the numbe...,Sri Lanka’s boardrooms need 500 more women to close the gender gap in the corporate world Sri Lanka will need 500 more women directors in boardrooms of listed companies to reach gender parity although the numbe...,negative,-0.990297854
Sri Lanka's Finlays Tea Estates grows female planters,3/11/2021,Agriculture,"Finlays Tea Estates Sri Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, which runs privatized tea plantations, is nurturing female managers in a bid to...","Sri Lanka's Finlays Tea Estates grows female planters Finlays Tea Estates Sri Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, which runs privatized tea plantations, is nurturing female managers in a bid to...",positive,0.76932025
Easter attacks: SF says the government has failed the Catholic community,3/11/2021,Easter Sunday attacks,"“The government promised to bring those responsible for the Easter Attacks before the law, but has failed to do so,”...","Easter attacks: SF says the government has failed the Catholic community “The government promised to bring those responsible for the Easter Attacks before the law, but has failed to do so,”...",negative,-0.998842299
Sri Lanka sovereign bond yields plunge on China swap news,3/11/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sovereign bond yields plunged and prices rose as investors gained more confidence that the bonds would be repaid, after ...","Sri Lanka sovereign bond yields plunge on China swap news Sovereign bond yields plunged and prices rose as investors gained more confidence that the bonds would be repaid, after ...",negative,-0.879233062
"Sri Lanka bond yields down on China swap news, rupee weaker",3/10/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 197.75/198.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Wednesday w...,"Sri Lanka bond yields down on China swap news, rupee weaker Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 197.75/198.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Wednesday w...",negative,-0.997479498
Sri Lanka stocks slip for second day ending 1.15-pct lower,3/10/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.15 per cent on Wednesday continuing to plunge for the second consecutive day after recovering so...,Sri Lanka stocks slip for second day ending 1.15-pct lower Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.15 per cent on Wednesday continuing to plunge for the second consecutive day after recovering so...,negative,-0.99946779
Sri Lanka Coronavirus vaccines financed by HSBC-People's Bank trade loan,3/10/2021,Banking,"HSBC Sri Lanka said it had provided a trade loan to state-run People's Bank to import 500,000 Coronavirus vaccines to th...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus vaccines financed by HSBC-People's Bank trade loan HSBC Sri Lanka said it had provided a trade loan to state-run People's Bank to import 500,000 Coronavirus vaccines to th...",negative,-0.994833708
PCoI should've investigated allegations that Zaharan was on state payroll: JVP,3/10/2021,Terrorism,The Rajapaksas “sold” the 2019 Easter bombings to secure election victories and the Presidential Commission of Inqui...,PCoI should've investigated allegations that Zaharan was on state payroll: JVP The Rajapaksas “sold” the 2019 Easter bombings to secure election victories and the Presidential Commission of Inqui...,negative,-0.996450901
Sri Lanka sells most of Rs60bn bonds offered at auction,3/10/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has sold most of bonds offered at an auction Wednesday though a not all bonds of the longest tenor was sold, d...","Sri Lanka sells most of Rs60bn bonds offered at auction Sri Lanka has sold most of bonds offered at an auction Wednesday though a not all bonds of the longest tenor was sold, d...",negative,-0.95775485
China approves US$1.5bn dollar swap for Sri Lanka: Minister Cabraal,3/10/2021,Economy,"The People's Bank of China has confirmed that a US$1.5 billion dollar equivalent swap arrangement had been approved, Sta...","China approves US$1.5bn dollar swap for Sri Lanka: Minister Cabraal The People's Bank of China has confirmed that a US$1.5 billion dollar equivalent swap arrangement had been approved, Sta...",negative,-0.843603849
Extremist organisations to be banned to prevent future attacks such as the Easter strikes,3/10/2021,Easter Sunday attacks,A lack of coordination among security agencies led to the Easter Sunday attacks Public Security Minister Sarath Weerasek...,Extremist organisations to be banned to prevent future attacks such as the Easter strikes A lack of coordination among security agencies led to the Easter Sunday attacks Public Security Minister Sarath Weerasek...,negative,-0.999544442
Parliament’s powers are being challenged by Public Enterprises – Prof Herath,3/10/2021,Parliament,The Chairman of Parliament’s Committee on Public Enterprise Prof Charitha Herath is complaining that investigating the...,Parliament’s powers are being challenged by Public Enterprises – Prof Herath The Chairman of Parliament’s Committee on Public Enterprise Prof Charitha Herath is complaining that investigating the...,negative,-0.998002827
Arrest warrant on Hirunika recalled after she appears in court,3/10/2021,Politics,An arrest warrant issued by the Colombo High Courts to former MP Hirunika Premachandra for not appearing in court has be...,Arrest warrant on Hirunika recalled after she appears in court An arrest warrant issued by the Colombo High Courts to former MP Hirunika Premachandra for not appearing in court has be...,negative,-0.991319597
Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 197.30/197.40 levels in the one-week forwards market,3/10/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted steady at 197.30/197.40 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Tuesday wh...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 197.30/197.40 levels in the one-week forwards market Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted steady at 197.30/197.40 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Tuesday wh...,negative,-0.996572971
"Sri Lanka's Peoples Bank gives credit relief to 480,000 customers, new credit",3/10/2021,Banking,"Sri Lanka's state-run People's Bank group said it had given relief to 480,000 customers amid a Coronavirus pandemic and ...","Sri Lanka's Peoples Bank gives credit relief to 480,000 customers, new credit Sri Lanka's state-run People's Bank group said it had given relief to 480,000 customers amid a Coronavirus pandemic and ...",negative,-0.797641277
"Sri Lanka plans MRO, transit hotel at Mattala airport",3/10/2021,Aviation,"Sri Lanka plans to set up an aircraft and maintenance and repair overhaul (MRO) unit, a transit hotel, expand duty free ...","Sri Lanka plans MRO, transit hotel at Mattala airport Sri Lanka plans to set up an aircraft and maintenance and repair overhaul (MRO) unit, a transit hotel, expand duty free ...",positive,0.797669291
Sri Lanka to revive discarded vaccination priority list: State Minister,3/9/2021,Health,Sri Lanka will revive a previously discarded priority list for COVID-19 immunisation with last Sunday’s (7) delivery o...,Sri Lanka to revive discarded vaccination priority list: State Minister Sri Lanka will revive a previously discarded priority list for COVID-19 immunisation with last Sunday’s (7) delivery o...,negative,-0.994400561
Sri Lanka rupee ends steady in one-week forwards market,3/9/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed steady at 197/197.50 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Tuesday while...,Sri Lanka rupee ends steady in one-week forwards market Sri Lanka’s rupee closed steady at 197/197.50 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Tuesday while...,negative,-0.990783453
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.29-pct lower,3/9/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.29 percent on Tuesday after recovering some of the losses yesterday, dragged down by LOLC Holdin...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.29-pct lower Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.29 percent on Tuesday after recovering some of the losses yesterday, dragged down by LOLC Holdin...",negative,-0.999432385
Sri Lanka’s WindForce plans to raise LKR3.2bn IPO for renewable energy investment here and abroad,3/9/2021,Energy," WindForce Limited, a diversified renewable energy producer in Sri Lanka is seeking to raise a 3.2-billion-rupee initial...","Sri Lanka’s WindForce plans to raise LKR3.2bn IPO for renewable energy investment here and abroad  WindForce Limited, a diversified renewable energy producer in Sri Lanka is seeking to raise a 3.2-billion-rupee initial...",negative,-0.77169168
Sugar scam costs Sri Lanka Rs 15.9 billion in tax revenue: Finance Ministry,3/9/2021,Corruption,The so called Sugar Scam allegedly carried out by well-connected importers has cost the Sri Lankan state Rs. 15.9 billio...,Sugar scam costs Sri Lanka Rs 15.9 billion in tax revenue: Finance Ministry The so called Sugar Scam allegedly carried out by well-connected importers has cost the Sri Lankan state Rs. 15.9 billio...,negative,-0.998381615
The vaccination mess:  Government tells officials don’t give in to political influence,3/9/2021,Health,Sri Lanka’s government is asking Heath Officials not to accede to political pressure when carrying out the country’s...,The vaccination mess:  Government tells officials don’t give in to political influence Sri Lanka’s government is asking Heath Officials not to accede to political pressure when carrying out the country’s...,negative,-0.999289036
Sri Lanka to re-open schools outside western province next week,3/9/2021,Education,"Schools outside Sri Lanka's western province that were closed due to the pandemic will reopen next week, Education Minis...","Sri Lanka to re-open schools outside western province next week Schools outside Sri Lanka's western province that were closed due to the pandemic will reopen next week, Education Minis...",negative,-0.925322592
LSEG completes acquisition of Refinitiv,3/9/2021,ICT,"London Stock Exchange group said it had completed the acquisition of Refinitiv, a data analytics group in a stock offer....","LSEG completes acquisition of Refinitiv London Stock Exchange group said it had completed the acquisition of Refinitiv, a data analytics group in a stock offer....",positive,0.571268976
"TNA says Bachelet report on Sri Lanka does not exceed mandate, urges member states to pass resolutio...",3/9/2021,Politics,UN Human Rights High Commissioner Michelle Bachelet’s report on Sri Lanka does not exceed its mandate but has “very ...,"TNA says Bachelet report on Sri Lanka does not exceed mandate, urges member states to pass resolutio... UN Human Rights High Commissioner Michelle Bachelet’s report on Sri Lanka does not exceed its mandate but has “very ...",positive,0.960330427
Sri Lanka to set up pharmaceutical zone in Horana,3/9/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka will set up a pharmaceutical investment zone in Millewa, Horana with an initial investment of 8 billion rupees...","Sri Lanka to set up pharmaceutical zone in Horana Sri Lanka will set up a pharmaceutical investment zone in Millewa, Horana with an initial investment of 8 billion rupees...",positive,0.621804774
Swiss Embassy employee indicted under Penal Code,3/9/2021,Crime,"Garnier Francis, the Swiss Embassy employee has been indicted under the Penal Code by the High Court for allegedly provi...","Swiss Embassy employee indicted under Penal Code Garnier Francis, the Swiss Embassy employee has been indicted under the Penal Code by the High Court for allegedly provi...",negative,-0.990640283
Sri Lanka Ports Authority can raise funds from stock market patriots for ECT: Minister,3/9/2021,Logistics,Sri Lanka Port Authority can raise capital from the Colombo Stock Exchange to build East Container Terminal if there is ...,Sri Lanka Ports Authority can raise funds from stock market patriots for ECT: Minister Sri Lanka Port Authority can raise capital from the Colombo Stock Exchange to build East Container Terminal if there is ...,negative,-0.98972857
Power Crisis: Sri Lanka aiming to go for only renewable energy sources within ten years,3/9/2021,Energy,"Sri Lanka is working on a plan to power the country using entirely renewable energy sources within the next decade, Powe...","Power Crisis: Sri Lanka aiming to go for only renewable energy sources within ten years Sri Lanka is working on a plan to power the country using entirely renewable energy sources within the next decade, Powe...",negative,-0.996096551
Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 197.00/197.50 in one-week forwards,3/9/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted steady at 197.00/197.50 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Tuesday wh...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted at 197.00/197.50 in one-week forwards Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted steady at 197.00/197.50 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Tuesday wh...,negative,-0.98943311
"Sri Lanka LPG sellers seek tariff hike as butane, propane prices climb",3/9/2021,Energy,Sri Lanka's liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) distributors have sought have an increase in the controlled price but no cabin...,"Sri Lanka LPG sellers seek tariff hike as butane, propane prices climb Sri Lanka's liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) distributors have sought have an increase in the controlled price but no cabin...",negative,-0.994318068
"India did not nominate party for WCT, Sri Lanka says had direct talks with Adani",3/9/2021,Logistics,Sri Lanka had direct talks with Adani Ports group over giving a concession to build and operate Colombo Port's West Cont...,"India did not nominate party for WCT, Sri Lanka says had direct talks with Adani Sri Lanka had direct talks with Adani Ports group over giving a concession to build and operate Colombo Port's West Cont...",negative,-0.995502174
Ranitha Gnanarajah of Sri Lanka gets woman of courage award from Jill Biden,3/9/2021,Culture,Ranitha Gnanarajah of Sri Lanka has received an award as an 'international woman of courage' from US First Lady Jill Bid...,Ranitha Gnanarajah of Sri Lanka gets woman of courage award from Jill Biden Ranitha Gnanarajah of Sri Lanka has received an award as an 'international woman of courage' from US First Lady Jill Bid...,positive,0.999312878
"Sri Lanka's problem linked to insolvency, not liquidity: Harsha",3/9/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's external problem is linked to medium and long term solvency requiring debt restructuring and is not a short ...,"Sri Lanka's problem linked to insolvency, not liquidity: Harsha Sri Lanka's external problem is linked to medium and long term solvency requiring debt restructuring and is not a short ...",positive,0.9767012
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 197.50/198.00 levels in the one-week forwards market,3/8/2021,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 197.50/198.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Monday wh...,Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 197.50/198.00 levels in the one-week forwards market  Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 197.50/198.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Monday wh...,negative,-0.999213576
"One million Covishield doses to arrive in Sri Lanka in March, April as promised: SPC",3/8/2021,Health,Serum Institute of India (SII) will deliver one million doses of the AstraZeneca Covishield vaccine this month and the n...,"One million Covishield doses to arrive in Sri Lanka in March, April as promised: SPC Serum Institute of India (SII) will deliver one million doses of the AstraZeneca Covishield vaccine this month and the n...",negative,-0.956260085
Sri Lanka stocks end 3.74-pct higher as credit monitoring eased,3/8/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks gained 3.74 percent recouping losses Monday recouping losses after sentiments some investors improved w...,Sri Lanka stocks end 3.74-pct higher as credit monitoring eased Sri Lanka stocks gained 3.74 percent recouping losses Monday recouping losses after sentiments some investors improved w...,negative,-0.958832204
Sri Lanka's vaccine rollout a failure: Dr Nihal Abyesinghe,3/8/2021,Health,"Despite a promising start, Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 vaccination strategy has proved a failure due to gross mismanagement i...","Sri Lanka's vaccine rollout a failure: Dr Nihal Abyesinghe Despite a promising start, Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 vaccination strategy has proved a failure due to gross mismanagement i...",negative,-0.999795139
"Sri Lanka exports down 9.6-pct in January, Brexit, lockdowns hit UK market",3/8/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's merchandise exports fell 9.64 per cent in February 2021, with apparel exports down 10.7 per cent and shipmen...","Sri Lanka exports down 9.6-pct in January, Brexit, lockdowns hit UK market Sri Lanka's merchandise exports fell 9.64 per cent in February 2021, with apparel exports down 10.7 per cent and shipmen...",negative,-0.999340236
Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 196.75/197.00 in the one-week forwards market,3/8/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 196.75/197.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Monday...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 196.75/197.00 in the one-week forwards market Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 196.75/197.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Monday...,negative,-0.992437422
Sri Lanka has US$3.5bn in external debt to repay in 2021; ISB partially owned by residents,3/8/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka has about US$3.5 billion US dollars of foreign currency denominated debt to repay from March to December 2021,...","Sri Lanka has US$3.5bn in external debt to repay in 2021; ISB partially owned by residents Sri Lanka has about US$3.5 billion US dollars of foreign currency denominated debt to repay from March to December 2021,...",negative,-0.981191576
Coronavirus vaccine supplies from India uncertain: report,3/8/2021,Health,A balance of one million Coronavirus vaccines from India out of a 1.5 million vaccine ordered by Sri Lanka may not be de...,Coronavirus vaccine supplies from India uncertain: report A balance of one million Coronavirus vaccines from India out of a 1.5 million vaccine ordered by Sri Lanka may not be de...,negative,-0.992504001
Sri Lanka's Union Bank net down amid higher provisions,3/7/2021,Banking, Profits at Sri Lanka's Union Bank fell 75 percent to 48 million rupees as net interest income fell and higher loan loss...,Sri Lanka's Union Bank net down amid higher provisions  Profits at Sri Lanka's Union Bank fell 75 percent to 48 million rupees as net interest income fell and higher loan loss...,negative,-0.999545515
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths top 500, total Covid-19 cases 85,000",3/7/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka's Coronavirus deaths had reached 502 on March 07, 2021 with five persons being confirmed death with Covid-19 l...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths top 500, total Covid-19 cases 85,000 Sri Lanka's Coronavirus deaths had reached 502 on March 07, 2021 with five persons being confirmed death with Covid-19 l...",negative,-0.98395443
Sri Lanka classical music director goes mainstream,3/7/2021,Culture,"Sri Lanka classical music director and pianist Soundarie David Rodrigo, is launching her first mainstream music video wi...","Sri Lanka classical music director goes mainstream Sri Lanka classical music director and pianist Soundarie David Rodrigo, is launching her first mainstream music video wi...",positive,0.99734205
Sri Lanka's China-run port sees RO-RO vehicle transshipment racing ahead,3/7/2021,Logistics,"Sri Lanka's China-run Hambantota port, which is emerging as a RO-RO transshipment hub said it seeing rapid growth in veh...","Sri Lanka's China-run port sees RO-RO vehicle transshipment racing ahead Sri Lanka's China-run Hambantota port, which is emerging as a RO-RO transshipment hub said it seeing rapid growth in veh...",positive,0.998138309
Kenya sovereign rating downgraded to 'B' by S&P despite IMF deal,3/7/2021,Economy,Standard and Poor's has downgraded Kenya's sovereign rating to 'B' from 'B-' despite a deal with the International Monet...,Kenya sovereign rating downgraded to 'B' by S&P despite IMF deal Standard and Poor's has downgraded Kenya's sovereign rating to 'B' from 'B-' despite a deal with the International Monet...,negative,-0.997260928
Sri Lanka PM opens DAG Apparel factory in Moneragala,3/7/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has commissioned a 500 million rupee export apparel factory in Moneragala, ...","Sri Lanka PM opens DAG Apparel factory in Moneragala Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has commissioned a 500 million rupee export apparel factory in Moneragala, ...",positive,0.513136208
Sri Lanka's Hemas Hospital starts automated negative pressure PCR testing lab,3/7/2021,Business,Sri Lanka's Hemas Hospitals said it had commissioned an automated PCR testing laboratory in a negative pressure chamber ...,Sri Lanka's Hemas Hospital starts automated negative pressure PCR testing lab Sri Lanka's Hemas Hospitals said it had commissioned an automated PCR testing laboratory in a negative pressure chamber ...,negative,-0.998327792
Easter Sunday attacks:  Catholic Church begins “Black Sunday” protest demanding justice for vict...,3/6/2021,Easter Sunday attacks,Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic community is leading the so-called “Black Sunday” protest campaign being launched tomor...,Easter Sunday attacks:  Catholic Church begins “Black Sunday” protest demanding justice for vict... Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic community is leading the so-called “Black Sunday” protest campaign being launched tomor...,negative,-0.996957183
Easter Sunday attacks: President pleads dont  politicize issue as Church protests begin,3/6/2021,Easter Sunday attacks,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is asking Sri Lankans not to permit “interested parties” to politicize the Easter Sunda...,Easter Sunday attacks: President pleads dont  politicize issue as Church protests begin President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is asking Sri Lankans not to permit “interested parties” to politicize the Easter Sunda...,negative,-0.990243614
Sri Lanka places sweetened milk and cream on 2.5-pct para-tariff band,3/6/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has placed sweetened milk and cream on a 2.5 percent band of an import para-tariff known as the Port and Airpo...,Sri Lanka places sweetened milk and cream on 2.5-pct para-tariff band Sri Lanka has placed sweetened milk and cream on a 2.5 percent band of an import para-tariff known as the Port and Airpo...,negative,-0.985690415
Another batch of Covid 19 vaccines due to arrive tomorrow,3/6/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka will get a batch of 264,000 doses of the Oxford, COVISHIELD vaccine through the COVAX facility tomorrow, the M...","Another batch of Covid 19 vaccines due to arrive tomorrow Sri Lanka will get a batch of 264,000 doses of the Oxford, COVISHIELD vaccine through the COVAX facility tomorrow, the M...",negative,-0.994436979
"Sri Lanka vaccinating tourist hotel workers, drivers, guides against Coronavirus",3/6/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka is vaccinating tourist sector staff and regulatory officials against Coronavirus with over 17,000 registering ...","Sri Lanka vaccinating tourist hotel workers, drivers, guides against Coronavirus Sri Lanka is vaccinating tourist sector staff and regulatory officials against Coronavirus with over 17,000 registering ...",negative,-0.977468133
Norfund to invest in Sri Lanka's National Development Bank,3/5/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka's National Development Bank said Norway-based development lender Norfund will invest up to 9.9 percent by taki...,Norfund to invest in Sri Lanka's National Development Bank Sri Lanka's National Development Bank said Norway-based development lender Norfund will invest up to 9.9 percent by taki...,negative,-0.978491902
Sri Lanka rupee closes flat at 196.60/197.00 levels in one-week forwards market,3/5/2021,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka’s rupee closed flat at 196.60/197.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Friday whil...,Sri Lanka rupee closes flat at 196.60/197.00 levels in one-week forwards market  Sri Lanka’s rupee closed flat at 196.60/197.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Friday whil...,negative,-0.999515533
Hashtag Generation launches Reform Charter for Media Houses to bring gender equality.,3/5/2021,Gender Issues,A Media Gender Charter launched by Hashtag Generation in Collaboration with IREX identifies ethics and sets minimum stan...,Hashtag Generation launches Reform Charter for Media Houses to bring gender equality. A Media Gender Charter launched by Hashtag Generation in Collaboration with IREX identifies ethics and sets minimum stan...,positive,0.588635266
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.75-pct higher,3/5/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks recouped the losses made in the last four days to end the week gaining 0.75 per cent pushed up by Carso...,Sri Lanka stocks end 0.75-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks recouped the losses made in the last four days to end the week gaining 0.75 per cent pushed up by Carso...,negative,-0.992407262
In Sri Lanka an abused child gets “raped” before media and the law,3/5/2021,Political News,"An abused child in Sri Lanka child gets raped again several times in front of the media and the law, Activist Boomi Hare...","In Sri Lanka an abused child gets “raped” before media and the law An abused child in Sri Lanka child gets raped again several times in front of the media and the law, Activist Boomi Hare...",negative,-0.988834798
Sri Lanka capital market minister to discuss margin loans with lenders,3/5/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka's State Minister for Capital Markets and Money, Nivard Cabraal said he planned to have talks with lenders over...","Sri Lanka capital market minister to discuss margin loans with lenders Sri Lanka's State Minister for Capital Markets and Money, Nivard Cabraal said he planned to have talks with lenders over...",negative,-0.963622689
"Sri Lanka, Pakistan seeks expanded trade ties after PM visit",3/5/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka and Pakistan is hoping for expanded trade ties in the wake of a visit by Prime Minister Imran Khan, by making ...","Sri Lanka, Pakistan seeks expanded trade ties after PM visit Sri Lanka and Pakistan is hoping for expanded trade ties in the wake of a visit by Prime Minister Imran Khan, by making ...",positive,0.978031993
Muslim Covid burials issue: First bodies to be buried in Ottamavadi in Batticaloa,3/5/2021,Health,Today’s burials bring to an end the long drawn out campaign by the Muslims and some Christian groups for the right of ...,Muslim Covid burials issue: First bodies to be buried in Ottamavadi in Batticaloa Today’s burials bring to an end the long drawn out campaign by the Muslims and some Christian groups for the right of ...,negative,-0.921599329
Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat at 196.00/197.00 levels in the one-week forwards market,3/5/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted flat at 196.00/197.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Friday while...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat at 196.00/197.00 levels in the one-week forwards market Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted flat at 196.00/197.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Friday while...,negative,-0.99948895
Sri Lanka GDP to grow 3.0-3.5-pct in the first quarter,3/5/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's gross domestic product could grow between 3.0 to 3.5 percent in the first quarter of 2021, Central Bank's Di...","Sri Lanka GDP to grow 3.0-3.5-pct in the first quarter Sri Lanka's gross domestic product could grow between 3.0 to 3.5 percent in the first quarter of 2021, Central Bank's Di...",negative,-0.952864587
Sri Lanka directed credit plans in the oven,3/5/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's main monetary policy tool to promote growth in Sri Lanka are low interest rates and liquidity in the banking...,Sri Lanka directed credit plans in the oven Sri Lanka's main monetary policy tool to promote growth in Sri Lanka are low interest rates and liquidity in the banking...,negative,-0.985179484
Light Rail Project: Maharagama to be linked to the network,3/5/2021,Economy,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has asked that the Urban Development Authority (UDA) include the city of Maharagama in ...,Light Rail Project: Maharagama to be linked to the network Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has asked that the Urban Development Authority (UDA) include the city of Maharagama in ...,positive,0.657915592
"Sri Lanka state banks see 'unsustainable' growth, high SOE finance: Fitch",3/5/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka's state banks have seen high balance sheet growth with large exposures to state and state enterprises amid sov...,"Sri Lanka state banks see 'unsustainable' growth, high SOE finance: Fitch Sri Lanka's state banks have seen high balance sheet growth with large exposures to state and state enterprises amid sov...",positive,0.969221592
"Tsunami warnings for Pacific, South America after 8.1 earthquake off New Zealand",3/5/2021,Environment,"Tsunami waves up to three metres or higher may be generated along the coasts of Kermadec Islands, New Caledonia and Vanu...","Tsunami warnings for Pacific, South America after 8.1 earthquake off New Zealand Tsunami waves up to three metres or higher may be generated along the coasts of Kermadec Islands, New Caledonia and Vanu...",negative,-0.924886048
Tsunami warnings issued after 8.1 earthquake off New Zealand,3/5/2021,Environment,"Tsunami waves up to three metres high may be generated along the coasts of Kermadec Islands, New Caledonia and Vanuatu f...","Tsunami warnings issued after 8.1 earthquake off New Zealand Tsunami waves up to three metres high may be generated along the coasts of Kermadec Islands, New Caledonia and Vanuatu f...",negative,-0.811218977
Russian made “Sputnik” Covid 19 vaccine approved for Sri Lankans,3/4/2021,Health,The National Medicine Regulatory Authority (NMRA) in Sri Lanka has approved the emergency use of the Russian made Sputni...,Russian made “Sputnik” Covid 19 vaccine approved for Sri Lankans The National Medicine Regulatory Authority (NMRA) in Sri Lanka has approved the emergency use of the Russian made Sputni...,negative,-0.631835461
Sri Lanka rupee ends flat at 196.00/197.00 levels in one-week forwards market,3/4/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed flat at 196.00/197.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Thursday whi...,Sri Lanka rupee ends flat at 196.00/197.00 levels in one-week forwards market Sri Lanka’s rupee closed flat at 196.00/197.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Thursday whi...,negative,-0.999700785
"Sri Lanka stocks down for fourth day, losing Rs207bn",3/4/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks fell for the fourth straight day with 207 billion in stock values being wiped out so far this week amid...,"Sri Lanka stocks down for fourth day, losing Rs207bn Sri Lanka stocks fell for the fourth straight day with 207 billion in stock values being wiped out so far this week amid...",negative,-0.999730408
Sri Lanka forex reserves at US$4.6bn in February 2021,3/4/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's forex reserves were estimated at 4.6 billion US dollars in February 2021, down from 4.8 billion a month earl...","Sri Lanka forex reserves at US$4.6bn in February 2021 Sri Lanka's forex reserves were estimated at 4.6 billion US dollars in February 2021, down from 4.8 billion a month earl...",negative,-0.964458585
German biz chamber in Sri Lanka launches simplified exporters guidelines for local exporters,3/4/2021,Agriculture,The German Industry and Commerce (AHK Sri Lanka) together with United National Industrial Development Organization launc...,German biz chamber in Sri Lanka launches simplified exporters guidelines for local exporters The German Industry and Commerce (AHK Sri Lanka) together with United National Industrial Development Organization launc...,positive,0.678192794
Women MPs want Select Committee to look into Gender Discrimination,3/4/2021,Human Rights,The women Members of Parliament want a Select Committee to be appointed to look into gender equity and equality in the c...,Women MPs want Select Committee to look into Gender Discrimination The women Members of Parliament want a Select Committee to be appointed to look into gender equity and equality in the c...,negative,-0.926521778
Sri Lanka central bank chief talks down gilt yields,3/4/2021,Markets, Sri Lanka's central bank does not expect government securities yields to rise and would follow a policy of 'guided yiel...,Sri Lanka central bank chief talks down gilt yields  Sri Lanka's central bank does not expect government securities yields to rise and would follow a policy of 'guided yiel...,negative,-0.946186125
Easter Sunday blasts: Weerawansha not satisfied with PCoI report,3/4/2021,Easter Sunday attacks,Cabinet Minister Wimal Weerawansha is joining the ranks of Sri Lankans who are not satisfied with the findings of the Pr...,Easter Sunday blasts: Weerawansha not satisfied with PCoI report Cabinet Minister Wimal Weerawansha is joining the ranks of Sri Lankans who are not satisfied with the findings of the Pr...,negative,-0.9992944
Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 196.00/196.50 levels in the one-week forwards market,3/4/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 196.00/196.50 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Thursd...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 196.00/196.50 levels in the one-week forwards market Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 196.00/196.50 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Thursd...,negative,-0.995839834
No PCR testing where vaccinations are taking place - Dr Herath,3/4/2021,Health,The reduction of PCR tests is due to the drop in the number of Covid 19 patients because of extensive control of cluster...,No PCR testing where vaccinations are taking place - Dr Herath The reduction of PCR tests is due to the drop in the number of Covid 19 patients because of extensive control of cluster...,negative,-0.997814059
Sri Lanka central bank to keep 'historically low' interest rates amid BOP deficits,3/4/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka will maintain low interest rates, the central bank's rate-setting Monetary Board said in its March monetary po...","Sri Lanka central bank to keep 'historically low' interest rates amid BOP deficits Sri Lanka will maintain low interest rates, the central bank's rate-setting Monetary Board said in its March monetary po...",negative,-0.990664959
"Sri Lanka sells Rs45bn in Treasuries, short tenors edge up",3/3/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has sold 45 billion rupees of Treasury bills at an auction Wednesday, with more bids being accepted in the sho...","Sri Lanka sells Rs45bn in Treasuries, short tenors edge up Sri Lanka has sold 45 billion rupees of Treasury bills at an auction Wednesday, with more bids being accepted in the sho...",negative,-0.928178191
India says not associated with Sri Lanka’s WCT decision,3/3/2021,Logistics,The Indian High Commission in Sri Lanka has disassociated itself with Colombo’s announcement suggesting that New Delhi...,India says not associated with Sri Lanka’s WCT decision The Indian High Commission in Sri Lanka has disassociated itself with Colombo’s announcement suggesting that New Delhi...,negative,-0.992059708
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 196.00/197.00 in one-week forwards,3/3/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 196.00/197.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Wednesday ...,Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 196.00/197.00 in one-week forwards Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 196.00/197.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Wednesday ...,negative,-0.998748541
Sri Lanka stocks slide 2.05-pct,3/3/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell for the third consecutive day ending down 2.05 per cent on continued selling pressure, brokers sai...","Sri Lanka stocks slide 2.05-pct Sri Lanka stocks fell for the third consecutive day ending down 2.05 per cent on continued selling pressure, brokers sai...",negative,-0.999576509
Muslim burials issue: Iranativu islanders don’t want Covid 19 dead buried in their backyards,3/3/2021,Health,Residents of the island of Iranativu off the Gulf of Mannar are protesting against the decision announced yesterday by t...,Muslim burials issue: Iranativu islanders don’t want Covid 19 dead buried in their backyards Residents of the island of Iranativu off the Gulf of Mannar are protesting against the decision announced yesterday by t...,negative,-0.989616752
Sri Lanka Parliament instructs CBSL to come up with a plan to help entrepreneurs,3/3/2021,Economy,The Parliamentary Committee on Public Finance (CPF) has asked the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) to come up with an in...,Sri Lanka Parliament instructs CBSL to come up with a plan to help entrepreneurs The Parliamentary Committee on Public Finance (CPF) has asked the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) to come up with an in...,negative,-0.945959687
Peliyagoda Police assault: AG orders all Cops involved arrested,3/3/2021,Crime,Attorney General Dappula de Livera has ordered the Police to arrest all the police officers allegedly involved in the as...,Peliyagoda Police assault: AG orders all Cops involved arrested Attorney General Dappula de Livera has ordered the Police to arrest all the police officers allegedly involved in the as...,negative,-0.9943012
The often futile quest for Justice in Sri Lanka affects all,3/3/2021,Democracy,"Justice is central to the Christian faith and I hope that at least now, Sinhalese and Tamil Catholics can support each o...","The often futile quest for Justice in Sri Lanka affects all Justice is central to the Christian faith and I hope that at least now, Sinhalese and Tamil Catholics can support each o...",positive,0.996218741
"Sri Lanka welcomes 3,366 tourists Feb 2021, led by Kazakhstan",3/3/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka has welcomed 3,366 tourists in February 2021 led by Kazakhstan up from 1,682 after the Indian Ocean island re-...","Sri Lanka welcomes 3,366 tourists Feb 2021, led by Kazakhstan Sri Lanka has welcomed 3,366 tourists in February 2021 led by Kazakhstan up from 1,682 after the Indian Ocean island re-...",positive,0.997861326
Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 195/199 levels in one-week forwards,3/3/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opens weaker at 195/199 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Wednesday while b...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 195/199 levels in one-week forwards Sri Lanka’s rupee opens weaker at 195/199 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Wednesday while b...,negative,-0.998232722
Headless body case:  Main suspect Cop commits suicide,3/3/2021,Crime,A Sub-Inspector of Police working at the Buttala Police station is suspected to be the killer of the 30-year old woman w...,Headless body case:  Main suspect Cop commits suicide A Sub-Inspector of Police working at the Buttala Police station is suspected to be the killer of the 30-year old woman w...,negative,-0.993668377
Vietnam REER ignored by IMF buoying US Mercantilists as Sri Lanka rupee falls,3/3/2021,Economy,Washington-based International Monetary Fund has claimed that the external position of Vietnam was too strong and appear...,Vietnam REER ignored by IMF buoying US Mercantilists as Sri Lanka rupee falls Washington-based International Monetary Fund has claimed that the external position of Vietnam was too strong and appear...,negative,-0.998276472
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 196.50/197.50 to dollar one-week forwards,3/2/2021,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 196.50/197.50 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Tuesday w...,Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 196.50/197.50 to dollar one-week forwards  Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 196.50/197.50 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Tuesday w...,negative,-0.99893254
Sri Lanka stocks extend losses falling 1.2-pct,3/2/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.27 percent on Tuesday on the back of a fall 0.5 percent fall a day earlier as investor took prof...,Sri Lanka stocks extend losses falling 1.2-pct Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.27 percent on Tuesday on the back of a fall 0.5 percent fall a day earlier as investor took prof...,negative,-0.999448478
No more clues about headless girl found on Dam Street,3/2/2021,Crime,"The headless body that was found last evening in an abandoned travel bag in Dam Street, Colombo has not been taken for p...","No more clues about headless girl found on Dam Street The headless body that was found last evening in an abandoned travel bag in Dam Street, Colombo has not been taken for p...",negative,-0.998741925
Burial of Muslim victims of Covid 19: Iranativu island burial site can be contentious,3/2/2021,Health,The Sri Lanka government has chosen the troubled island of Iranativu off the Kilinochchi coast in the Gulf of Mannar as ...,Burial of Muslim victims of Covid 19: Iranativu island burial site can be contentious The Sri Lanka government has chosen the troubled island of Iranativu off the Kilinochchi coast in the Gulf of Mannar as ...,negative,-0.992313206
"Pakistan, Sri Lanka in talks for pharma JVs supported by buy-back deals",3/2/2021,Business,Sri Lanka has invited the Pakistani Pharmaceutical Manufacturers’ Association (PPMA) to set up joint ventures with par...,"Pakistan, Sri Lanka in talks for pharma JVs supported by buy-back deals Sri Lanka has invited the Pakistani Pharmaceutical Manufacturers’ Association (PPMA) to set up joint ventures with par...",positive,0.63013494
Sri Lanka hoping India will support it at the Human Rights Council in Geneva,3/2/2021,Human Rights,"Sri Lanka believes that India will stand with the right group and will support our country at the Human Rights Council, ...","Sri Lanka hoping India will support it at the Human Rights Council in Geneva Sri Lanka believes that India will stand with the right group and will support our country at the Human Rights Council, ...",negative,-0.846236587
SriLankan Airlines carries 1.2mn kilos cargo to the Maldives in Feb 21,3/2/2021,Aviation,State-run SriLankan Airlines said it had carried 1.2 million kilograms of cargo to the Maldives in February 2021 includi...,SriLankan Airlines carries 1.2mn kilos cargo to the Maldives in Feb 21 State-run SriLankan Airlines said it had carried 1.2 million kilograms of cargo to the Maldives in February 2021 includi...,negative,-0.979054451
"Sri Lanka to conserve bio-diversity in Malwathu-Oya basin with IUCN, UNPD",3/2/2021,Environment,United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) said it is starting a bio-diversity management project in the Malwathu Oya B...,"Sri Lanka to conserve bio-diversity in Malwathu-Oya basin with IUCN, UNPD United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) said it is starting a bio-diversity management project in the Malwathu Oya B...",positive,0.64149487
Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 196.20/197.00 levels in one-week forwards,3/2/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 196.20/197.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Tuesday wh...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 196.20/197.00 levels in one-week forwards Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 196.20/197.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Tuesday wh...,negative,-0.99905926
Sri Lanka will join India’s Adani Group to develop and operate the West Container Terminal In Colo...,3/2/2021,International Relations,"Sri Lanka will join hands with a giant Indian conglomerate in a Build, Operate and Transfer deal to develop the West Con...","Sri Lanka will join India’s Adani Group to develop and operate the West Container Terminal In Colo... Sri Lanka will join hands with a giant Indian conglomerate in a Build, Operate and Transfer deal to develop the West Con...",positive,0.990656435
HSBC Sri Lanka sees surge in digital transactions amid Coronavirus,3/2/2021,Banking,HSBC Sri Lanka said there was a 117 percent growth in fund transfers over its digital platforms and 75 percent of custom...,HSBC Sri Lanka sees surge in digital transactions amid Coronavirus HSBC Sri Lanka said there was a 117 percent growth in fund transfers over its digital platforms and 75 percent of custom...,negative,-0.533592463
Sri Lanka quarterly income tax payments rebounds to exceed 2019 level: Treasury Secy,3/2/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's quarterly income tax filed for the 2020 last final quarter had exceeded the 2019 number, despite lower rates...","Sri Lanka quarterly income tax payments rebounds to exceed 2019 level: Treasury Secy Sri Lanka's quarterly income tax filed for the 2020 last final quarter had exceeded the 2019 number, despite lower rates...",negative,-0.908629179
GL Slams UNHCR report on Sri Lanka,3/2/2021,Human Rights,The report by the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights regarding Sri Lanka has been submitted for the benef...,GL Slams UNHCR report on Sri Lanka The report by the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights regarding Sri Lanka has been submitted for the benef...,negative,-0.854999065
Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 195.50/196.00 levels in the spot next market,3/1/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 195.50/196.00 levels to the US dollar in the spot next market on Monday while bond ...,Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 195.50/196.00 levels in the spot next market Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 195.50/196.00 levels to the US dollar in the spot next market on Monday while bond ...,negative,-0.999055207
"Opposition complains to regulator, People's Bank chief says followed procedure",3/1/2021,Banking,The main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) has lodged a complaint against the head of People’s Bank for granting...,"Opposition complains to regulator, People's Bank chief says followed procedure The main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) has lodged a complaint against the head of People’s Bank for granting...",negative,-0.995657206
Sri Lanka stocks down 0.5-pct,3/1/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.51 percent on Monday with index heavy Ceylon Tobacco Company, LOLC Holdings and Vallibel One los...","Sri Lanka stocks down 0.5-pct Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.51 percent on Monday with index heavy Ceylon Tobacco Company, LOLC Holdings and Vallibel One los...",negative,-0.9996773
Nearly half a million Sri Lankans vaccinated by Sunday,3/1/2021,Health,Sri Lanka has vaccinated nearly half a million people by the end of February and has the capacity to give the Covid 19 j...,Nearly half a million Sri Lankans vaccinated by Sunday Sri Lanka has vaccinated nearly half a million people by the end of February and has the capacity to give the Covid 19 j...,positive,0.963395596
UN condemns use of force by Myanmar on democracy activists,3/1/2021,Democracy,The United Nations and world leaders have strongly criticised the Military junta ruling Myanmar for using “lethal forc...,UN condemns use of force by Myanmar on democracy activists The United Nations and world leaders have strongly criticised the Military junta ruling Myanmar for using “lethal forc...,negative,-0.992025912
Marikkar accuses officials of dragging their feet on the burial of Covid dead,3/1/2021,Human Rights,The opposition is slamming officials for dragging their feet on the issue of burials for the remains of people who die o...,Marikkar accuses officials of dragging their feet on the burial of Covid dead The opposition is slamming officials for dragging their feet on the issue of burials for the remains of people who die o...,negative,-0.997394562
Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 194.50/196.00 to the US dollar,3/1/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted steady at 194.50/196.00 levels to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yield...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 194.50/196.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted steady at 194.50/196.00 levels to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yield...,negative,-0.988795996
Sri Lanka’s Catholics demand to know the truth behind the Easter Sunday massacre,3/1/2021,Easter Sunday attacks,Sri Lanka’s Catholic Church has declared March 7 as Black Sunday to express its dissatisfaction over the findings of t...,Sri Lanka’s Catholics demand to know the truth behind the Easter Sunday massacre Sri Lanka’s Catholic Church has declared March 7 as Black Sunday to express its dissatisfaction over the findings of t...,negative,-0.994425178
Sri Lanka rupee plunges as car registrations collapse under import controls,3/1/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka rupee has fallen from 186 to around 194 to the US dollar in January 2021 as new car imports and registrations ...,Sri Lanka rupee plunges as car registrations collapse under import controls Sri Lanka rupee has fallen from 186 to around 194 to the US dollar in January 2021 as new car imports and registrations ...,negative,-0.999077797
"Sri Lanka SOE, govt credit surge in Jan 2021, private down",3/1/2021,Banking,"Sri Lanka's credit to government and state enterprises surged in January 2021 but private credit fell, official data sho...","Sri Lanka SOE, govt credit surge in Jan 2021, private down Sri Lanka's credit to government and state enterprises surged in January 2021 but private credit fell, official data sho...",negative,-0.999548137
Sri Lanka repatriates 320 stranded migrant workers from Oman,2/28/2021,International Relations, Sri Lanka's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said it repatriated 320 stranded migrant workers out of which more than 81 work...,Sri Lanka repatriates 320 stranded migrant workers from Oman  Sri Lanka's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said it repatriated 320 stranded migrant workers out of which more than 81 work...,negative,-0.977099121
Sri Lanka Air Force celebrations to be joined by IAF aerobatics teams,2/28/2021,Defence," Fixed wing and helicopter aerobatics squadrons, multi-role combat aircraft, maritime reconnaissance aircraft backed up ...","Sri Lanka Air Force celebrations to be joined by IAF aerobatics teams  Fixed wing and helicopter aerobatics squadrons, multi-role combat aircraft, maritime reconnaissance aircraft backed up ...",positive,0.993811965
"China's Sinopec unit says Sri Lanka bunkering made competitive, LMS first customer",2/28/2021,Logistics,"Sinopec Fuel Oil Lanka Limited (SFOL), a unit of China's Sinopec group located in Hambantota port, is making Sri Lanka's...","China's Sinopec unit says Sri Lanka bunkering made competitive, LMS first customer Sinopec Fuel Oil Lanka Limited (SFOL), a unit of China's Sinopec group located in Hambantota port, is making Sri Lanka's...",positive,0.996096432
Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank net down 28-pct in Dec quarter,2/28/2021,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank group fell 28 percent from a year ago to 841 million rupees in the December 2020 quar...,Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank net down 28-pct in Dec quarter Profits at Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank group fell 28 percent from a year ago to 841 million rupees in the December 2020 quar...,negative,-0.999103069
Sri Lanka's NTB net down 19-pct in Dec 20 quarter,2/28/2021,Banking, Profits at Sri Lanka's Nations Trust Bank fell 19 percent from a year ago to 946 million rupees in the December 2020 qu...,Sri Lanka's NTB net down 19-pct in Dec 20 quarter  Profits at Sri Lanka's Nations Trust Bank fell 19 percent from a year ago to 946 million rupees in the December 2020 qu...,negative,-0.998916507
Broadband drives growth at Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata,2/28/2021,ICT,"Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata the island's top mobile operator, has seen double digit growth in its broadband unit as mobile...","Broadband drives growth at Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata the island's top mobile operator, has seen double digit growth in its broadband unit as mobile...",positive,0.987387598
Sri Lanka golf holiday homes launched by John Keells,2/28/2021,Business,"John Keells Properties, a unit of John Keells Holdings said it has sold most of the land plots at Victoria Golf and Coun...","Sri Lanka golf holiday homes launched by John Keells John Keells Properties, a unit of John Keells Holdings said it has sold most of the land plots at Victoria Golf and Coun...",negative,-0.963659108
China MCC in talks with Sri Lanka over US$310mn mineral sand venture,2/27/2021,Business,China Metallurgical Group Corporation (MCC) is in talks with Sri Lanka over a 310 million US dollar mineral sand project...,China MCC in talks with Sri Lanka over US$310mn mineral sand venture China Metallurgical Group Corporation (MCC) is in talks with Sri Lanka over a 310 million US dollar mineral sand project...,negative,-0.852035999
Gazette has been issued but no Muslim Covid victims body has been released for burial,2/27/2021,Human Rights,Although the Islamic world has welcomed the decision by the Sri Lankan government to permit the burial of Muslim victims...,Gazette has been issued but no Muslim Covid victims body has been released for burial Although the Islamic world has welcomed the decision by the Sri Lankan government to permit the burial of Muslim victims...,positive,0.631525278
China's AIIB clears US$180mn Covid-19 credit for SMEs: Sri Lanka embassy,2/27/2021,Banking,China's Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has cleared a 180 million dollar credit for Coronavirus hit small an...,China's AIIB clears US$180mn Covid-19 credit for SMEs: Sri Lanka embassy China's Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has cleared a 180 million dollar credit for Coronavirus hit small an...,negative,-0.989623368
Sri Lanka turns hotels in Colombo into Coronavirus hospitals,2/27/2021,Business,Sri Lanka's Nawaloka Hospitals said it had teamed up with two hotels in the capital Colombo to build intermediate care c...,Sri Lanka turns hotels in Colombo into Coronavirus hospitals Sri Lanka's Nawaloka Hospitals said it had teamed up with two hotels in the capital Colombo to build intermediate care c...,negative,-0.987700343
Sri Lanka allows 80-pct financing of used cars amid import controls,2/27/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka has raised a ceiling on loan to value ratios allowing non-bank finance companies to provide a higher share of ...,Sri Lanka allows 80-pct financing of used cars amid import controls Sri Lanka has raised a ceiling on loan to value ratios allowing non-bank finance companies to provide a higher share of ...,positive,0.966800511
How are COVID-19 cases in South Asia suddenly on the decline?,2/27/2021,Health,Is there something unique about South Asia that would explain its declining COVID-19 cases and relatively low mortality ...,How are COVID-19 cases in South Asia suddenly on the decline? Is there something unique about South Asia that would explain its declining COVID-19 cases and relatively low mortality ...,negative,-0.989932775
"Sri Lanka to grow 3.6-pct in 2021, deficit could reach 10.8-pct: ICRA",2/26/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's economic growth would recover to 3.6 percent in 2021, from a contraction in 2020, while the budget deficit m...","Sri Lanka to grow 3.6-pct in 2021, deficit could reach 10.8-pct: ICRA Sri Lanka's economic growth would recover to 3.6 percent in 2021, from a contraction in 2020, while the budget deficit m...",negative,-0.991078198
Land values Sri Lanka's Colombo district rise 4.6-pct in 2020 2H,2/26/2021,Business,Property in Sri Lanka's Colombo district had risen 4.6 percent in the second half of 2020 from a year earlier according ...,Land values Sri Lanka's Colombo district rise 4.6-pct in 2020 2H Property in Sri Lanka's Colombo district had risen 4.6 percent in the second half of 2020 from a year earlier according ...,positive,0.856540382
Minister Weerasekere orders interdiction of cops who assaulted law student at Peliyagoda police,2/26/2021,Crime,Public Security Minister Adm. (Ret) Sarath Weerasekara has ordered the interdiction of a group of Police officers who al...,Minister Weerasekere orders interdiction of cops who assaulted law student at Peliyagoda police Public Security Minister Adm. (Ret) Sarath Weerasekara has ordered the interdiction of a group of Police officers who al...,negative,-0.979401171
Sri Lanka ex-deputy central bank Governor C P J Siriwardana passes away,2/26/2021,Culture," Sri Lanka's central bank said C P J Siriwardana, a former Deputy Governor had passed way at the age of 62 on February 2...","Sri Lanka ex-deputy central bank Governor C P J Siriwardana passes away  Sri Lanka's central bank said C P J Siriwardana, a former Deputy Governor had passed way at the age of 62 on February 2...",negative,-0.989431977
Sri Lanka inflation at 3.3-pct in Feb 2021,2/26/2021,Economy," Sri Lanka's inflation in the capital Colombo has picked up to 3.3 percent in January 2021 from 3.0 percent in December,...","Sri Lanka inflation at 3.3-pct in Feb 2021  Sri Lanka's inflation in the capital Colombo has picked up to 3.3 percent in January 2021 from 3.0 percent in December,...",negative,-0.967946768
No official statement yet regarding permitting burial of Covid dead,2/26/2021,Health,There is yet no official statement confirming that the regulations stipulating the mandatory cremation of the remains of...,No official statement yet regarding permitting burial of Covid dead There is yet no official statement confirming that the regulations stipulating the mandatory cremation of the remains of...,negative,-0.99843663
Sri Lanka allows burial of Muslim and Christian Covid-19 victims by gazette,2/26/2021,Legal,Sri Lanka has issued a gazette notice ending forced cremation of Muslim and Christian Coronavirus victims.,Sri Lanka allows burial of Muslim and Christian Covid-19 victims by gazette Sri Lanka has issued a gazette notice ending forced cremation of Muslim and Christian Coronavirus victims.,negative,-0.966331661
Sri Lanka targeting US$32bn inflows to repay debt: Minister,2/26/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka is expecting 32 billion US dollars in inflows from exports of goods and services and financial inflows and out...,Sri Lanka targeting US$32bn inflows to repay debt: Minister Sri Lanka is expecting 32 billion US dollars in inflows from exports of goods and services and financial inflows and out...,negative,-0.946078002
"Sri Lanka, Pakistan discuss cross-investing forex reserves in government bonds: Minister",2/25/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka and Pakistan had discussed the possibility of cross-investing foreign reserves in each others' sovereign bonds...,"Sri Lanka, Pakistan discuss cross-investing forex reserves in government bonds: Minister Sri Lanka and Pakistan had discussed the possibility of cross-investing foreign reserves in each others' sovereign bonds...",positive,0.965391815
Sri Lankan exporters to the EU and Germany must develop sustainable supply chains,2/25/2021,Business,Sri Lankan exporters and providers of services to the European Union (EU) market are being encouraged to develop sustain...,Sri Lankan exporters to the EU and Germany must develop sustainable supply chains Sri Lankan exporters and providers of services to the European Union (EU) market are being encouraged to develop sustain...,positive,0.998738468
Sri Lanka rupee closes steady at 194.50/195.50 levels in the spot next market,2/25/2021,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka’s rupee closed steady at 194.50/195.50 levels to the US dollar in the spot next market on Thursday while bo...,Sri Lanka rupee closes steady at 194.50/195.50 levels in the spot next market  Sri Lanka’s rupee closed steady at 194.50/195.50 levels to the US dollar in the spot next market on Thursday while bo...,negative,-0.989235342
"Ghana gets first Covax delivery, Sri Lanka gets shipment as AstraZeneca asks India to make a billion...",2/25/2021,Economy,Ghana in Africa had got the first Covax delivery from India under a global facility aimed at making Coronavirus vaccine ...,"Ghana gets first Covax delivery, Sri Lanka gets shipment as AstraZeneca asks India to make a billion... Ghana in Africa had got the first Covax delivery from India under a global facility aimed at making Coronavirus vaccine ...",negative,-0.81781137
Sri Lanka stocks end 1.42-pct higher for the second day,2/25/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.42 percent for the second day on Thursday with index heavy, Expolanka Holdings, Browns Investm...","Sri Lanka stocks end 1.42-pct higher for the second day Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.42 percent for the second day on Thursday with index heavy, Expolanka Holdings, Browns Investm...",negative,-0.99171102
"Sri Lanka undeclared funds tax, special GST to be legislated by April: Treasury Secy",2/25/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka tax changes announced in 2019 December and a budget for 2021 including a special goods and services tax and a ...,"Sri Lanka undeclared funds tax, special GST to be legislated by April: Treasury Secy Sri Lanka tax changes announced in 2019 December and a budget for 2021 including a special goods and services tax and a ...",negative,-0.964015126
Half a million Covishield doses arrive in Sri Lanka; rollout to continue: SPC,2/25/2021,Health,The first batch of the nine million doses of the Covishield vaccine purchased from India’s Serum Institute arrived in ...,Half a million Covishield doses arrive in Sri Lanka; rollout to continue: SPC The first batch of the nine million doses of the Covishield vaccine purchased from India’s Serum Institute arrived in ...,negative,-0.942749321
Health Ministry officials going rogue with vaccination rollout: Sudarshini,2/25/2021,Health,"Top officials at Sri Lanka’s health ministry have taken snap decisions on the country’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout, in...","Health Ministry officials going rogue with vaccination rollout: Sudarshini Top officials at Sri Lanka’s health ministry have taken snap decisions on the country’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout, in...",negative,-0.984809458
Sri Lanka rupee quoted wider at 193.50/195.50 levels in the spot next market,2/25/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted wider at 193.50/195.50 levels to the US dollar in the spot next market on Thursday while bond...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted wider at 193.50/195.50 levels in the spot next market Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted wider at 193.50/195.50 levels to the US dollar in the spot next market on Thursday while bond...,negative,-0.994527757
Sri Lanka fails to sell 27-pct of offered bonds at auction,2/25/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has failed to sell 27 percent of offered bonds at an auction of 125 billion rupees of 2 to 7 year bonds, data ...","Sri Lanka fails to sell 27-pct of offered bonds at auction Sri Lanka has failed to sell 27 percent of offered bonds at an auction of 125 billion rupees of 2 to 7 year bonds, data ...",negative,-0.999393225
Sri Lanka sees link between bond investment advisories and UN rights pressure,2/25/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka saw a link between pressure to improve human rights and accountability in by a United Nations body and recent ...,Sri Lanka sees link between bond investment advisories and UN rights pressure Sri Lanka saw a link between pressure to improve human rights and accountability in by a United Nations body and recent ...,positive,0.690924227
Pressure grows on Sri Lanka in Geneva over Human Rights issues,2/25/2021,Democracy,Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena rejected the assertions of the High Commissioner warning member states that this int...,Pressure grows on Sri Lanka in Geneva over Human Rights issues Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena rejected the assertions of the High Commissioner warning member states that this int...,negative,-0.988550246
Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank profits flat amid higher provisions,2/25/2021,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank of Ceylon was flat at 5.8 billion rupees in the December 2020 quarter as increase...,Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank profits flat amid higher provisions Profits at Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank of Ceylon was flat at 5.8 billion rupees in the December 2020 quarter as increase...,negative,-0.999606192
Kuwait's Jazeera Airways begins flying to Sri Lanka,2/25/2021,Aviation,"Kuwait's Jazeera Airways made its maiden flight to Colombo, adding to operators flying to Sri Lanka as the Indian Ocean ...","Kuwait's Jazeera Airways begins flying to Sri Lanka Kuwait's Jazeera Airways made its maiden flight to Colombo, adding to operators flying to Sri Lanka as the Indian Ocean ...",positive,0.984597683
Sri Lanka central bank buying US$10mn dollars a day from market: CB Governor,2/24/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's central bank is buying around 10 million US dollars a day from banks from the middle of February, Governor W...","Sri Lanka central bank buying US$10mn dollars a day from market: CB Governor Sri Lanka's central bank is buying around 10 million US dollars a day from banks from the middle of February, Governor W...",negative,-0.96320796
Presidential commission to probe Sri Lanka Customs,2/24/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had appointed a Presidential Commission of Inquiry to ""evaluate the state of cu...","Presidential commission to probe Sri Lanka Customs Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had appointed a Presidential Commission of Inquiry to ""evaluate the state of cu...",positive,0.935620606
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 194.50/195.00 to the US dollar in the spot market,2/24/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 194.50/195.00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields ed...,Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 194.50/195.00 to the US dollar in the spot market Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 194.50/195.00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields ed...,negative,-0.998434126
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.58-pct higher,2/24/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.58 percent on Wednesday with index heavy, Vallibel One, Distilleries and Ceylinco Insurance pu...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.58-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.58 percent on Wednesday with index heavy, Vallibel One, Distilleries and Ceylinco Insurance pu...",negative,-0.981720924
"Sri Lanka Easter bombings PCoI report incomplete, does not meet public expectations: JVP",2/24/2021,Politics,"The final report of the Presidential Commission of Inquiry (PCoI) on the 2019 Easter bombings is incomplete, betrays a l...","Sri Lanka Easter bombings PCoI report incomplete, does not meet public expectations: JVP The final report of the Presidential Commission of Inquiry (PCoI) on the 2019 Easter bombings is incomplete, betrays a l...",negative,-0.999761403
Sri Lanka forex debt owed to non-residents only US$3.7bn in 2021: CB Governor,2/24/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has to repay only 3.7 billion dollars to holders of external debt in 2021 and the balance is held by resident ...,Sri Lanka forex debt owed to non-residents only US$3.7bn in 2021: CB Governor Sri Lanka has to repay only 3.7 billion dollars to holders of external debt in 2021 and the balance is held by resident ...,negative,-0.990743577
Sri Lanka yet to finalise decision about Chinese power plants close to the Indian coast,2/24/2021,Energy,Sri Lanka has not yet arrived at a final decision to grant the hybrid power projects in the Northern Island to the Chine...,Sri Lanka yet to finalise decision about Chinese power plants close to the Indian coast Sri Lanka has not yet arrived at a final decision to grant the hybrid power projects in the Northern Island to the Chine...,negative,-0.986277163
OIC raises Sri Lanka cremation issue at UNHRC; urges GoSL for swift action,2/24/2021,Human Rights,The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) raised the issue of Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 cremations at the 46th United N...,OIC raises Sri Lanka cremation issue at UNHRC; urges GoSL for swift action The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) raised the issue of Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 cremations at the 46th United N...,positive,0.899405539
Sri Lanka port takes delivery of pilot boat from Colombo Dockyard,2/24/2021,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka Ports Authority said it had taken delivery of a pilot boat built by Colombo Dockyard Plc, a unit of Onomichi D...","Sri Lanka port takes delivery of pilot boat from Colombo Dockyard Sri Lanka Ports Authority said it had taken delivery of a pilot boat built by Colombo Dockyard Plc, a unit of Onomichi D...",negative,-0.99417007
"Sri Lanka fails to sell 60-pct of Treasuries, short term yields up",2/24/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has failed to sell 60 percent of offered Treasury bills at an auction though short term yields rose marginally...,"Sri Lanka fails to sell 60-pct of Treasuries, short term yields up Sri Lanka has failed to sell 60 percent of offered Treasury bills at an auction though short term yields rose marginally...",negative,-0.999352634
Dinesh asks the Human Rights Council to hold the scales even,2/24/2021,Democracy,"At the Human Rights Council in Geneva Sri Lanka is faced with a hostile resolution to ensure the prompt, thorough and im...","Dinesh asks the Human Rights Council to hold the scales even At the Human Rights Council in Geneva Sri Lanka is faced with a hostile resolution to ensure the prompt, thorough and im...",positive,0.886582911
"How to fix Sri Lanka's debt crisis, unstable peg, avoid sudden stop event: Bellwether",2/24/2021,Bellwether,Sri Lanka is facing a monumental state failure after denying economic and civil freedoms for decades,"How to fix Sri Lanka's debt crisis, unstable peg, avoid sudden stop event: Bellwether Sri Lanka is facing a monumental state failure after denying economic and civil freedoms for decades",negative,-0.999002755
Sri Lanka central bank explains 25-pct repatriation and 12.5-pct surrender requirement,2/24/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank has said a 25 percent dollar repatriation requirement for exporter earnings and a surrender req...,Sri Lanka central bank explains 25-pct repatriation and 12.5-pct surrender requirement Sri Lanka's central bank has said a 25 percent dollar repatriation requirement for exporter earnings and a surrender req...,negative,-0.992488146
Pakistan PM Imran Khan arrives in Sri Lanka for two-day visit,2/23/2021,International Relations,Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan who is on an official two-day visit to Sri Lanka was welcomed by Prime Minister Mahin...,Pakistan PM Imran Khan arrives in Sri Lanka for two-day visit Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan who is on an official two-day visit to Sri Lanka was welcomed by Prime Minister Mahin...,positive,0.997368336
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 194/195.00 to the US dollar in the spot market,2/23/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 194/195.00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields were f...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 194/195.00 to the US dollar in the spot market Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 194/195.00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields were f...",negative,-0.99862349
Sri Lanka appoints committees to fast track special investments,2/23/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has set up two committees to fast track investments and give tax breaks under under a Special Development Proj...,Sri Lanka appoints committees to fast track special investments Sri Lanka has set up two committees to fast track investments and give tax breaks under under a Special Development Proj...,positive,0.6138466
Sri Lanka Easter attacks commission recommends criminal proceedings against President Sirisena,2/23/2021,Easter Sunday attacks,The Presidential Commission of Inquiry (CoI) on the 2019 Easter bombings has recommended that criminal proceedings be in...,Sri Lanka Easter attacks commission recommends criminal proceedings against President Sirisena The Presidential Commission of Inquiry (CoI) on the 2019 Easter bombings has recommended that criminal proceedings be in...,negative,-0.762953341
Sri Lanka stocks down 3.5 pct,2/23/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 3.53 percent on Tuesday with index heavy, LOLC group, Vallibel and John Keells Holdings seeing sel...","Sri Lanka stocks down 3.5 pct Sri Lanka stocks fell 3.53 percent on Tuesday with index heavy, LOLC group, Vallibel and John Keells Holdings seeing sel...",negative,-0.999336541
President and Prime Minister have been vaccinated - Keheliya,2/23/2021,Health,"President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa have been vaccinated against COVID-19, Co- Cabinet Spo...","President and Prime Minister have been vaccinated - Keheliya President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa have been vaccinated against COVID-19, Co- Cabinet Spo...",negative,-0.96505487
Ad-hoc decisions regarding Covid vaccination plan jeopardizes pandemic control,2/23/2021,Health,"The College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL), is expressing “grave concern” about the non-adherence of t...","Ad-hoc decisions regarding Covid vaccination plan jeopardizes pandemic control The College of Community Physicians of Sri Lanka (CCPSL), is expressing “grave concern” about the non-adherence of t...",negative,-0.930591822
Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted stronger at 193.50/00 levels to the US dollar,2/23/2021,Markets," Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted stronger at 193.50/00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while some steady, dea...","Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted stronger at 193.50/00 levels to the US dollar  Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted stronger at 193.50/00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while some steady, dea...",negative,-0.978202879
"Sri Lanka to order 13.5mn Covid-19 AstraZeneca vaccines from India, UK",2/23/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had cleared the direct purchase of 13.5 million Coronavirus vaccines doses from India a...,"Sri Lanka to order 13.5mn Covid-19 AstraZeneca vaccines from India, UK Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had cleared the direct purchase of 13.5 million Coronavirus vaccines doses from India a...",negative,-0.99414438
"Truth, In The Face Of Cremation",2/23/2021,Democracy,Muslims and even Christians wait with bated breath to see if Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan's visit would result in...,"Truth, In The Face Of Cremation Muslims and even Christians wait with bated breath to see if Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan's visit would result in...",negative,-0.954284251
"Sri Lanka projects 424,500MT maize harvest in 2021 main season",2/23/2021,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka is projecting a record 424,508 metric tonne maize harvest in the main Maha season in 2021 amid an import ban, ...","Sri Lanka projects 424,500MT maize harvest in 2021 main season Sri Lanka is projecting a record 424,508 metric tonne maize harvest in the main Maha season in 2021 amid an import ban, ...",negative,-0.974607766
Vinod Hirdaramani appointed director of Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank,2/23/2021,Culture,"Vinod Hirdaramani, from Sri Lanka based multinational Hirdramani group has been appointed a director of Sampath Bank Plc...","Vinod Hirdaramani appointed director of Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Vinod Hirdaramani, from Sri Lanka based multinational Hirdramani group has been appointed a director of Sampath Bank Plc...",positive,0.996312559
Sri Lanka national inflation at 3.7-pct in Jan 2021,2/23/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's nation-wide inflation in the 12-months to January 21 was measured at 3.7 percent, down from 4.6 percent in D...","Sri Lanka national inflation at 3.7-pct in Jan 2021 Sri Lanka's nation-wide inflation in the 12-months to January 21 was measured at 3.7 percent, down from 4.6 percent in D...",negative,-0.971660674
Committee to study PCoI report panned by Church and Opposition,2/23/2021,Easter Sunday attacks,The President’s Committee will implement only what President Gotabaya Rajapaksa wants from the Easter Sunday inquiry r...,Committee to study PCoI report panned by Church and Opposition The President’s Committee will implement only what President Gotabaya Rajapaksa wants from the Easter Sunday inquiry r...,negative,-0.996112168
Sri Lanka exporters concerned over mandatory dollar conversion,2/23/2021,Economy,Some Sri Lanka exporter have expressed concern over a mandatory dollar conversion rule imposed amid unprecedented money ...,Sri Lanka exporters concerned over mandatory dollar conversion Some Sri Lanka exporter have expressed concern over a mandatory dollar conversion rule imposed amid unprecedented money ...,negative,-0.974048972
Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer to the US dollar,2/22/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 193/194.25 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while some bond yields ...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 193/194.25 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while some bond yields ...",negative,-0.992459238
Sri Lanka stocks end 2.5-pct lower,2/22/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 2.57 percent on Monday losing the gains made last week, pushed down by LOLC Holdings, Expolanka an...","Sri Lanka stocks end 2.5-pct lower Sri Lanka stocks fell 2.57 percent on Monday losing the gains made last week, pushed down by LOLC Holdings, Expolanka an...",negative,-0.999631166
A new Constitution created by a weakened legislature will not be acceptable,2/22/2021,Democracy,A new constitution cannot be created through an ineffectual legislature as the legitimacy of such a Constitution will no...,A new Constitution created by a weakened legislature will not be acceptable A new constitution cannot be created through an ineffectual legislature as the legitimacy of such a Constitution will no...,negative,-0.999407768
Western province to experience low-pressure water supply; public advised to be mindful,2/22/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's western province will experience low-pressure water supply in the coming days due to prevailing drought cond...,Western province to experience low-pressure water supply; public advised to be mindful Sri Lanka's western province will experience low-pressure water supply in the coming days due to prevailing drought cond...,negative,-0.995954156
Leading Buddhist Monks demand action against Justice Minister,2/22/2021,Democracy,Eleven leading Buddhist Monks have written to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa asking him to take action regarding a stateme...,Leading Buddhist Monks demand action against Justice Minister Eleven leading Buddhist Monks have written to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa asking him to take action regarding a stateme...,negative,-0.781841397
New State Ministry of Home Affairs will control all lands,2/22/2021,Economy,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has issued an extraordinary gazette notification creating a State Ministry of Home Affairs ...,New State Ministry of Home Affairs will control all lands President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has issued an extraordinary gazette notification creating a State Ministry of Home Affairs ...,positive,0.988102615
Government’s vaccination policy is confused but getting the jab was smooth,2/22/2021,Health,"On Saturday, February 20, I was vaccinated against Covid 19 and if you think I am some celebrity queue-jumper, perish th...","Government’s vaccination policy is confused but getting the jab was smooth On Saturday, February 20, I was vaccinated against Covid 19 and if you think I am some celebrity queue-jumper, perish th...",negative,-0.985894561
46th UNHRC sessions to begin today,2/22/2021,Human Rights,"The 46th sessions of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) will commence in Geneva, Switzerland, today, where ...","46th UNHRC sessions to begin today The 46th sessions of the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) will commence in Geneva, Switzerland, today, where ...",positive,0.889732003
Wake Up! It’s time for Gender Parity not Patriarchy,2/22/2021,Gender Issues,The resistance from a number of senior police officers to the appointment of Bimshani Jasin Arachchi as the first woman ...,Wake Up! It’s time for Gender Parity not Patriarchy The resistance from a number of senior police officers to the appointment of Bimshani Jasin Arachchi as the first woman ...,positive,0.994861305
Sri Lanka rupee quoted around 194.00/196.00 levels to the US dollar,2/22/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted around  194.00/196.00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while some bond yiel...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted around 194.00/196.00 levels to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted around  194.00/196.00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while some bond yiel...",negative,-0.993262708
"Solving Sri Lanka's debt and monetary crisis sans the IMF, like Japan, Malaysia: Bellwether",2/22/2021,Bellwether,The question is often asked whether Sri Lanka do without an International Monetary Fund  program.  It is certainly possi...,"Solving Sri Lanka's debt and monetary crisis sans the IMF, like Japan, Malaysia: Bellwether The question is often asked whether Sri Lanka do without an International Monetary Fund  program.  It is certainly possi...",negative,-0.933791876
Sri Lanka external debt under online spotlight,2/21/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's external debt situation would be under the spotlight at a forum organized by Veemansa, a policy advocacy gro...","Sri Lanka external debt under online spotlight Sri Lanka's external debt situation would be under the spotlight at a forum organized by Veemansa, a policy advocacy gro...",negative,-0.888347626
Sri Lanka exports to Maldives fall as Covid-19 slams tourism driving import plunge,2/21/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's exports to Maldives fell 29 percent from a year earlier to 117 million rupees in 2020 as Coronavirus hit tou...,Sri Lanka exports to Maldives fall as Covid-19 slams tourism driving import plunge Sri Lanka's exports to Maldives fell 29 percent from a year earlier to 117 million rupees in 2020 as Coronavirus hit tou...,negative,-0.999198616
Sri Lanka FDI slows to US$528mn up to Sept 2020,2/21/2021,Economy,Foreign direct investments to Sri Lanka has fallen to 528 million US dollars up to the third quarter of 2020 down from 7...,Sri Lanka FDI slows to US$528mn up to Sept 2020 Foreign direct investments to Sri Lanka has fallen to 528 million US dollars up to the third quarter of 2020 down from 7...,negative,-0.999216676
Sri Lanka airport vaccinates frontline staff against Coronavirus,2/21/2021,Aviation,"Sri Lanka has started to vaccinate frontline aviation sector staff on a voluntary basis, the Indian Ocean island's state...","Sri Lanka airport vaccinates frontline staff against Coronavirus Sri Lanka has started to vaccinate frontline aviation sector staff on a voluntary basis, the Indian Ocean island's state...",negative,-0.979318142
Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank net up 10-pct in Dec 20 quarter,2/21/2021,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank grew 10 percent to 797 million rupees in the December 2020 quarter amid strict cost...,Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank net up 10-pct in Dec 20 quarter Profits at Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank grew 10 percent to 797 million rupees in the December 2020 quarter amid strict cost...,negative,-0.934504926
Sri Lanka banks to surrender 12-5-pct of export receipts to central bank,2/20/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's banks have been ordered to sell half of mandatorily converted export proceeds to the central bank, financial...","Sri Lanka banks to surrender 12-5-pct of export receipts to central bank Sri Lanka's banks have been ordered to sell half of mandatorily converted export proceeds to the central bank, financial...",negative,-0.998349547
Sri Lanka’s Human Rights situation will come under the microscope at UNHRC,2/20/2021,Democracy,"This week the UN Human Rights Commission will examine the “deteriorating Human Rights situation in Sri Lanka,” but m...","Sri Lanka’s Human Rights situation will come under the microscope at UNHRC This week the UN Human Rights Commission will examine the “deteriorating Human Rights situation in Sri Lanka,” but m...",negative,-0.929682314
Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank net down 34-pct in Dec 2020,2/20/2021,Banking,Profits at Sampath Bank fell 34.1 percent to 3.2 billion rupees in the December 2020 quarter from a year earlier amid a ...,Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank net down 34-pct in Dec 2020 Profits at Sampath Bank fell 34.1 percent to 3.2 billion rupees in the December 2020 quarter from a year earlier amid a ...,negative,-0.999206245
Elephant Facebook: How Sri Lanka is bridging conservation and ecotourism,2/20/2021,Environment,A project to identify and name individual elephants augments scientific understanding of elephant lives while also pavin...,Elephant Facebook: How Sri Lanka is bridging conservation and ecotourism A project to identify and name individual elephants augments scientific understanding of elephant lives while also pavin...,positive,0.942424893
Sri Lanka Dialog Axiata net up 41-pt despite soft-peg losses,2/20/2021,ICT,Profits at Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata grew 41 percent to 3.4 billion rupees despite a foreign exchange losses as the isla...,Sri Lanka Dialog Axiata net up 41-pt despite soft-peg losses Profits at Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata grew 41 percent to 3.4 billion rupees despite a foreign exchange losses as the isla...,positive,0.878538668
Yet another committee appointed to study the report of the Easter Sunday attacks PCoI,2/20/2021,Easter Sunday attacks,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed yet another committee to examine the report of the Presidential Commission of...,Yet another committee appointed to study the report of the Easter Sunday attacks PCoI President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed yet another committee to examine the report of the Presidential Commission of...,negative,-0.940614164
Sri Lanka core group to present resolution at UN Human Rights Council,2/20/2021,Political News,Several countries that form a 'core group' promoting accountability in Sri Lanka will present a new resolution at the UN...,Sri Lanka core group to present resolution at UN Human Rights Council Several countries that form a 'core group' promoting accountability in Sri Lanka will present a new resolution at the UN...,positive,0.99114424
Sri Lanka to purchase 10 million Covishield doses from Serum Institute India,2/19/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka will purchase 10 million doses of the Oxford-AstraZeneca-Covishield vaccine from the Serum Institute of India,...","Sri Lanka to purchase 10 million Covishield doses from Serum Institute India Sri Lanka will purchase 10 million doses of the Oxford-AstraZeneca-Covishield vaccine from the Serum Institute of India,...",negative,-0.983501852
Sri Lanka orders exporters to convert 25-pct of forex earnings,2/19/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Central Bank has ordered exporters to covert 25 percent of foreign exchange earnings with immediate effect...,Sri Lanka orders exporters to convert 25-pct of forex earnings Sri Lanka's Central Bank has ordered exporters to covert 25 percent of foreign exchange earnings with immediate effect...,negative,-0.936654747
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 195/195.75 to US dollar in one-week forwards,2/19/2021,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 195/195.75 to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Friday, while some...","Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 195/195.75 to US dollar in one-week forwards  Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 195/195.75 to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Friday, while some...",negative,-0.9862113
Sri Lanka stocks up for third straight day,2/19/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.80 percent on Friday continuing for the third day in a row, pushed up by LOLC Holdings, Brown ...","Sri Lanka stocks up for third straight day Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.80 percent on Friday continuing for the third day in a row, pushed up by LOLC Holdings, Brown ...",negative,-0.973115981
"Sri Lanka tea firms request PM's intervention to stop violence, impunity",2/19/2021,Legal,An association representing  manager of commercial tea and rubber plantations have asked of Prime Minister Mahinda Rajap...,"Sri Lanka tea firms request PM's intervention to stop violence, impunity An association representing  manager of commercial tea and rubber plantations have asked of Prime Minister Mahinda Rajap...",negative,-0.972801208
Sri Lanka's NDB Bank net down 32.1 -pct in Dec quarter,2/19/2021,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka's NDB Bank group fell 32.1 percent to 1.24 billion rupees in the December 2021 quarter from a year ...,Sri Lanka's NDB Bank net down 32.1 -pct in Dec quarter Profits at Sri Lanka's NDB Bank group fell 32.1 percent to 1.24 billion rupees in the December 2021 quarter from a year ...,negative,-0.999248087
Tourism Minister says MPs have a right to priority vaccination,2/19/2021,Sri Lanka COVID 19,Parliament members in the opposition are trying to spread the COVID-19 virus and create chaos in the country by deferrin...,Tourism Minister says MPs have a right to priority vaccination Parliament members in the opposition are trying to spread the COVID-19 virus and create chaos in the country by deferrin...,negative,-0.97227931
Sri Lanka forex interventions rise to US$72mn amid credit pick-up in Jan 21,2/19/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka forex market interventions to defend a soft-peg with the US dollar had picked up to 72.25 million dollars in J...,Sri Lanka forex interventions rise to US$72mn amid credit pick-up in Jan 21 Sri Lanka forex market interventions to defend a soft-peg with the US dollar had picked up to 72.25 million dollars in J...,negative,-0.990076363
Sri Lanka's LOLC Holdings sells Rs10bn in 5 and 10 year bonds,2/19/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's LOLC Holdings said it had received over 10 billion rupees of applications for listed debentures and the issu...,Sri Lanka's LOLC Holdings sells Rs10bn in 5 and 10 year bonds Sri Lanka's LOLC Holdings said it had received over 10 billion rupees of applications for listed debentures and the issu...,negative,-0.967120051
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 196.50/197.00 to one week dollar, bond yields up",2/18/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed at 196.50/197.00 to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Thursday, while some bond y...","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 196.50/197.00 to one week dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka's rupee closed at 196.50/197.00 to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Thursday, while some bond y...",negative,-0.988704145
Hisbullah and one other remanded for alleged role in Easter Bomb attacks,2/18/2021,Easter Sunday attacks,"Lawyer Hijaz Hisbullah has been remanded until March 3 by the Colombo Magistrate today, taking him out of detention in t...","Hisbullah and one other remanded for alleged role in Easter Bomb attacks Lawyer Hijaz Hisbullah has been remanded until March 3 by the Colombo Magistrate today, taking him out of detention in t...",negative,-0.832564294
Sri Lanka stocks extend gains rising 1.9-pct,2/18/2021,Banking,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.95 percent on Thursday continuing for the second day, pushed up by LOLC Holdings, Brown Invest...","Sri Lanka stocks extend gains rising 1.9-pct Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.95 percent on Thursday continuing for the second day, pushed up by LOLC Holdings, Brown Invest...",negative,-0.945747614
International concern that Sri Lanka continues to cremate Muslim Covid dead,2/18/2021,Human Rights,Visiting Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan urged to “push Sri Lanka to gazette” the step to end the forced cremati...,International concern that Sri Lanka continues to cremate Muslim Covid dead Visiting Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan urged to “push Sri Lanka to gazette” the step to end the forced cremati...,negative,-0.977065325
Sri Lanka records 70 percent drop in dengue cases in 2020 amid pandemic,2/18/2021,Health,Dengue cases in Sri Lanka plunged by 70.67 percent in 2020 compared to the previous year with movements being restricted...,Sri Lanka records 70 percent drop in dengue cases in 2020 amid pandemic Dengue cases in Sri Lanka plunged by 70.67 percent in 2020 compared to the previous year with movements being restricted...,negative,-0.971838176
Sri Lanka to jointly develop Trinco upper oil tanks with Lanka IOC,2/18/2021,Energy,"Sri Lanka will jointly develop a tank farm in Trincomallee with Lanka IOC, a publicly traded unit of Indian Oil Corporat...","Sri Lanka to jointly develop Trinco upper oil tanks with Lanka IOC Sri Lanka will jointly develop a tank farm in Trincomallee with Lanka IOC, a publicly traded unit of Indian Oil Corporat...",negative,-0.904381037
Sri Lanka DFCC Bank net up 39-pct in Dec 2020,2/18/2021,Banking,"Profits at Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank rose 39 percent to 716 million rupees in the December 2020 quarter, helped by lower ope...","Sri Lanka DFCC Bank net up 39-pct in Dec 2020 Profits at Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank rose 39 percent to 716 million rupees in the December 2020 quarter, helped by lower ope...",negative,-0.986660838
Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker at 196.00/196.40 to dollar in spot-next,2/18/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker around 196.00/196.40 levels to the US dollar in the spot-next market on Thursday, whil...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker at 196.00/196.40 to dollar in spot-next Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker around 196.00/196.40 levels to the US dollar in the spot-next market on Thursday, whil...",negative,-0.999121964
"Sri Lanka rated firms less exposed to sovereign downgrade, Fitch explains how",2/18/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's companies are less exposed to government credit risk than and banks and insurance companies, and have had ge...","Sri Lanka rated firms less exposed to sovereign downgrade, Fitch explains how Sri Lanka's companies are less exposed to government credit risk than and banks and insurance companies, and have had ge...",negative,-0.970429838
"Sri Lanka Army, Lanka Hospitals run facility to house tourists with Coronavirus",2/18/2021,Business,Sri Lanka will house tourists confirmed with Coronavirus at a hospital resort in Koggala which is run by the Sri Lanka A...,"Sri Lanka Army, Lanka Hospitals run facility to house tourists with Coronavirus Sri Lanka will house tourists confirmed with Coronavirus at a hospital resort in Koggala which is run by the Sri Lanka A...",negative,-0.960830867
"Sri Lanka fails to sell 56-pc of Treasuries, yields up amid price controls",2/18/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has failed to sell 56 percent of a Treasuries auction this week despite a slight hiking of a price control in ...,"Sri Lanka fails to sell 56-pc of Treasuries, yields up amid price controls Sri Lanka has failed to sell 56 percent of a Treasuries auction this week despite a slight hiking of a price control in ...",negative,-0.997819185
Lawyer Hijaz Hisbullah may be produced in Court tomorrow,2/17/2021,Easter Sunday attacks,The Attorney General has ordered the Police Department to produce detained lawyer Hijaz Omar Hizbullah before a Magistra...,Lawyer Hijaz Hisbullah may be produced in Court tomorrow The Attorney General has ordered the Police Department to produce detained lawyer Hijaz Omar Hizbullah before a Magistra...,negative,-0.995144546
Campuses prepare for the increased number of students this year,2/17/2021,Education,Sri Lanka’s Health Ministry expects to vaccinate university students against Covid 19 virus as groups starting from 4t...,Campuses prepare for the increased number of students this year Sri Lanka’s Health Ministry expects to vaccinate university students against Covid 19 virus as groups starting from 4t...,negative,-0.957183182
"Sri Lanka lifts travel restriction from UK, tourists also allowed",2/17/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka has lifted a restriction for travellers originating from the United Kingdom subject to 14 day quarantine, the ...","Sri Lanka lifts travel restriction from UK, tourists also allowed Sri Lanka has lifted a restriction for travellers originating from the United Kingdom subject to 14 day quarantine, the ...",positive,0.616216421
Sri Lanka commissions 10MW Aitken Spence waste-to-energy plant,2/17/2021,Energy,Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has commissioned a 10 MegaWatt waste-to-energy plant that will incinerate 6...,Sri Lanka commissions 10MW Aitken Spence waste-to-energy plant Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has commissioned a 10 MegaWatt waste-to-energy plant that will incinerate 6...,negative,-0.993013918
Sri Lanka rupee closes  at 195.00/198.00to dollar spot-next,2/17/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed around 195.00/198.00 levels to the US dollar in the spot-next market on Wednesday, while bond yie...","Sri Lanka rupee closes  at 195.00/198.00to dollar spot-next Sri Lanka rupee closed around 195.00/198.00 levels to the US dollar in the spot-next market on Wednesday, while bond yie...",negative,-0.99576807
"Sri Lanka to vaccinate nearly 57,000 in Western Province today",2/17/2021,Health,"Nearly 57,000 people in the Western Province will have received the Covishield Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine at the end of ...","Sri Lanka to vaccinate nearly 57,000 in Western Province today Nearly 57,000 people in the Western Province will have received the Covishield Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine at the end of ...",negative,-0.986516714
SriLanka stocks end marginally higher,2/17/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.10 percent on Wednesday recovering some of the losses in the past few days, pushed up by Hayca...","SriLanka stocks end marginally higher Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.10 percent on Wednesday recovering some of the losses in the past few days, pushed up by Hayca...",negative,-0.989119172
Sri Lanka’s Legislators not rushing to get vaccinated for Covid,2/17/2021,Health,Sri Lanka’s Parliamentarians are not rushing the fences to get themselves vaccinated against the Covid 19 virus and up...,Sri Lanka’s Legislators not rushing to get vaccinated for Covid Sri Lanka’s Parliamentarians are not rushing the fences to get themselves vaccinated against the Covid 19 virus and up...,positive,0.804340422
Sri Lanka insurer asset risk rise due to sovereign downgrade: Fitch,2/17/2021,Finance,"Asset risk of Sri Lanka insurers, who have around 71 percent of their investments in state or state connected investment...","Sri Lanka insurer asset risk rise due to sovereign downgrade: Fitch Asset risk of Sri Lanka insurers, who have around 71 percent of their investments in state or state connected investment...",negative,-0.980304301
Pakistan PM's parliament address in Sri Lanka cancelled,2/17/2021,Politics,An address to Sri Lanka's parliament by Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan that was scheduled for February 24 has been c...,Pakistan PM's parliament address in Sri Lanka cancelled An address to Sri Lanka's parliament by Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan that was scheduled for February 24 has been c...,negative,-0.998814344
Police nab gang repackaging expired jumbo peanuts,2/17/2021,Consumer Affairs,Police have nabbed a group repackaging expired packets of jumbo peanuts into packets with a new expiry date printed on t...,Police nab gang repackaging expired jumbo peanuts Police have nabbed a group repackaging expired packets of jumbo peanuts into packets with a new expiry date printed on t...,negative,-0.999182761
Sri Lanka rupee quoted around 197.50/198.00 levels in spot-next,2/17/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted around 197.50/198.00 levels to the US dollar in the spot-next market on Wednesday, while bond yie...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted around 197.50/198.00 levels in spot-next Sri Lanka rupee quoted around 197.50/198.00 levels to the US dollar in the spot-next market on Wednesday, while bond yie...",negative,-0.995383322
Sri Lanka all but Chinese colony; those opposed to India mum about China: CBK,2/17/2021,International Relations,Sri Lanka has all but become a colony of China and trade unionists and others who vehemently opposed a recent deal with ...,Sri Lanka all but Chinese colony; those opposed to India mum about China: CBK Sri Lanka has all but become a colony of China and trade unionists and others who vehemently opposed a recent deal with ...,negative,-0.935794592
Sri Lanka rough rice harvest to top 3.0mn tonnes in 2021 Maha,2/17/2021,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka is forecasting a 3.08 million tonne rough rice (paddy) harvest from the main Maha cultivation season in 2021, ...","Sri Lanka rough rice harvest to top 3.0mn tonnes in 2021 Maha Sri Lanka is forecasting a 3.08 million tonne rough rice (paddy) harvest from the main Maha cultivation season in 2021, ...",negative,-0.986719072
Sri Lanka petroleum utility allowed to buy foreign exchange from market,2/16/2021,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation would be allowed to buy foreign exchange directly from the entire fo...,Sri Lanka petroleum utility allowed to buy foreign exchange from market  Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation would be allowed to buy foreign exchange directly from the entire fo...,negative,-0.987143338
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 197.50/198.50 one-week forwards,2/16/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 197.50/198.50 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Tuesday, wh...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 197.50/198.50 one-week forwards Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 197.50/198.50 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Tuesday, wh...",negative,-0.998270154
"Special High Court asked to try Sri Lanka ex-Finance Minister, ex-Central Bank Governor on alleged b...",2/16/2021,Legal,"Sri Lanka's Attorney General has framed charges against ex-Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake, ex-Central Bank Governor ...","Special High Court asked to try Sri Lanka ex-Finance Minister, ex-Central Bank Governor on alleged b... Sri Lanka's Attorney General has framed charges against ex-Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake, ex-Central Bank Governor ...",negative,-0.985370755
Sri Lanka stocks down 4.13-pct,2/16/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 4.13 percent on Tuesday with selling was seen in LOLC Holdings, Vallibel One and Browns Investment...","Sri Lanka stocks down 4.13-pct Sri Lanka stocks fell 4.13 percent on Tuesday with selling was seen in LOLC Holdings, Vallibel One and Browns Investment...",negative,-0.999348938
B.1.1.7: To lock down or not?,2/16/2021,Health,"It’s been five days since Sri Lanka announced the detection of B.1.1.7, the highly transmissible UK-variant of COVID-1...","B.1.1.7: To lock down or not? It’s been five days since Sri Lanka announced the detection of B.1.1.7, the highly transmissible UK-variant of COVID-1...",negative,-0.994703829
Jayasumana to act as Health Minister,2/16/2021,Health,State Minister Prof. Channa Jayasumana has been appointed as the Acting Minister of Health until Pavithra Wanniarachchi ...,Jayasumana to act as Health Minister State Minister Prof. Channa Jayasumana has been appointed as the Acting Minister of Health until Pavithra Wanniarachchi ...,positive,0.978395581
Dinesh wants government and opposition to work together internationally,2/16/2021,International Relations,"The Government and the Opposition must work together when representing the country’s foreign policy internationally, F...","Dinesh wants government and opposition to work together internationally The Government and the Opposition must work together when representing the country’s foreign policy internationally, F...",positive,0.892233491
If we Sri Lankans resolve minority issues ourselves the world will support us,2/16/2021,Democracy,If the government and opposition leaderships are united in their resolve to address the grievances of the ethnic and rel...,If we Sri Lankans resolve minority issues ourselves the world will support us If the government and opposition leaderships are united in their resolve to address the grievances of the ethnic and rel...,negative,-0.910362184
Website registering people for vaccinations has crashed,2/16/2021,Sri Lanka Covid vaccine,"The website run by the State Ministry for Primary Health Care, Epidemic and COVID Disease Control that Sri Lankans were ...","Website registering people for vaccinations has crashed The website run by the State Ministry for Primary Health Care, Epidemic and COVID Disease Control that Sri Lankans were ...",negative,-0.999634027
"Sri Lanka extends landing and parking fee waivers at Mattala, Ratmalana airports",2/16/2021,Aviation, Sri Lanka has extended a waiver of parking and landing fees for charter operators at two airports in the country until ...,"Sri Lanka extends landing and parking fee waivers at Mattala, Ratmalana airports  Sri Lanka has extended a waiver of parking and landing fees for charter operators at two airports in the country until ...",negative,-0.901866078
Sri Lanka too poor to lockdown country – Gammanpila,2/16/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka does not have the economic strength to lock down the country because of the emergence of the new Covid 19 vari...,Sri Lanka too poor to lockdown country – Gammanpila Sri Lanka does not have the economic strength to lock down the country because of the emergence of the new Covid 19 vari...,negative,-0.999539375
Burial of Muslim victims of Covid: “PM was expressing his personal opinion” - Gammanpila,2/16/2021,Democracy,The Co-Cabinet spokesman Minister Udaya Gammanpila says Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa was only indicating his private...,Burial of Muslim victims of Covid: “PM was expressing his personal opinion” - Gammanpila The Co-Cabinet spokesman Minister Udaya Gammanpila says Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa was only indicating his private...,negative,-0.99790442
Magistrates to be permitted to visit police stations to check on suspects,2/16/2021,Courts,Sri Lanka’s Criminal Law is being amended to allow Magistrates to visit Police stations to examine the condition of su...,Magistrates to be permitted to visit police stations to check on suspects Sri Lanka’s Criminal Law is being amended to allow Magistrates to visit Police stations to examine the condition of su...,negative,-0.881202102
Sri Lanka rupee quoted wider around 195.00/197.50 levels to the US dollar,2/16/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted wider around 195.00/197.50 levels to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yiel...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted wider around 195.00/197.50 levels to the US dollar Sri Lanka rupee quoted wider around 195.00/197.50 levels to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yiel...",negative,-0.993831277
Sri Lanka posts record US$2.32bn BOP deficit in 2020 with MMT,2/16/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka has posted a 2.3 billion US dollar balance of payments deficit in 2020, down from a surplus of 377 million dol...","Sri Lanka posts record US$2.32bn BOP deficit in 2020 with MMT Sri Lanka has posted a 2.3 billion US dollar balance of payments deficit in 2020, down from a surplus of 377 million dol...",negative,-0.994057059
"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services expand in Jan 2021:PMI",2/16/2021,Business,Sri Lanka's manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index remained in expansion at 60.2 percent though 1 point down from Dece...,"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services expand in Jan 2021:PMI Sri Lanka's manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index remained in expansion at 60.2 percent though 1 point down from Dece...",positive,0.973309577
Arrangements made for Sri Lanka's parliamentarians to receive COVID-19 vaccine,2/15/2021,Health,Sri Lanka's national COVID task force has made arrangements for parliamentarians to get vaccinated starting tomorrow (16...,Arrangements made for Sri Lanka's parliamentarians to receive COVID-19 vaccine Sri Lanka's national COVID task force has made arrangements for parliamentarians to get vaccinated starting tomorrow (16...,negative,-0.606915236
Sri Lanka yet to decide on permitting burial of Muslim Covid victims,2/15/2021,Health,It has been five days since the Prime Minister told Parliament that burial of Covid victims will be allowed but no chang...,Sri Lanka yet to decide on permitting burial of Muslim Covid victims It has been five days since the Prime Minister told Parliament that burial of Covid victims will be allowed but no chang...,negative,-0.979308784
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker in one week forwards, bond yields up",2/15/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 196.50/197 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Monday, while ...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker in one week forwards, bond yields up Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 196.50/197 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Monday, while ...",negative,-0.995591581
"Govt promised to permit COVID19 burials, SLMC MPs who voted for 20A claim",2/15/2021,Health,The four Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) MPs who voted for the 20th amendment in October last year had been assured tha...,"Govt promised to permit COVID19 burials, SLMC MPs who voted for 20A claim The four Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) MPs who voted for the 20th amendment in October last year had been assured tha...",negative,-0.907319486
Sri Lanka stocks down 0.97-pct,2/15/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.97 percent on Monday, after a strong recovery a day earlier, as heavy selling was seen in Melsta...","Sri Lanka stocks down 0.97-pct Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.97 percent on Monday, after a strong recovery a day earlier, as heavy selling was seen in Melsta...",negative,-0.999458373
UNP seeks clarification on Sri Lanka's COVID-19 vaccine doses,2/15/2021,Health,The United National Party (UNP) has urged the government to clarify what the party calls confusion surrounding the numbe...,UNP seeks clarification on Sri Lanka's COVID-19 vaccine doses The United National Party (UNP) has urged the government to clarify what the party calls confusion surrounding the numbe...,negative,-0.994050026
A centralized education system is a hindrance to reform experts say,2/15/2021,Education,Centralization of the administration of the country’s education system is the biggest problem in education which needs...,A centralized education system is a hindrance to reform experts say Centralization of the administration of the country’s education system is the biggest problem in education which needs...,negative,-0.99230051
Sri Lanka starts vaccinating public using second dose reserved for frontline workers,2/15/2021,Health,Sri Lanka will begin vaccinating the general public against COVID-19 today (15) with what was to be the second dose of t...,Sri Lanka starts vaccinating public using second dose reserved for frontline workers Sri Lanka will begin vaccinating the general public against COVID-19 today (15) with what was to be the second dose of t...,negative,-0.997139812
Sri Lanka to receive 18 million Covishield doses starting next week: army chief,2/15/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka has made a purchase order for 18 million doses of the Covishield vaccine from India’s Serum Institute, the f...","Sri Lanka to receive 18 million Covishield doses starting next week: army chief Sri Lanka has made a purchase order for 18 million doses of the Covishield vaccine from India’s Serum Institute, the f...",negative,-0.984591126
Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker around 194.00/196.00 levels to the US dollar,2/15/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker around 194.00/196.00 levels to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bond ...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker around 194.00/196.00 levels to the US dollar Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker around 194.00/196.00 levels to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bond ...",negative,-0.998313069
Sri Lanka import controls to continue as long as BOP dictates: CB Governor,2/15/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka will continue import controls as long as balance of payments problems persist, under an 'alternative' economic...","Sri Lanka import controls to continue as long as BOP dictates: CB Governor Sri Lanka will continue import controls as long as balance of payments problems persist, under an 'alternative' economic...",negative,-0.980851173
Parliament to hold a memorial for former Speaker Lokubandara,2/15/2021,Health,Parliament will hold a memorial ceremony for former Speaker W.J.M. Lokubandara passed away yesterday afternoon while und...,Parliament to hold a memorial for former Speaker Lokubandara Parliament will hold a memorial ceremony for former Speaker W.J.M. Lokubandara passed away yesterday afternoon while und...,negative,-0.864676833
"Sri Lanka records current account surplus in 3Q 2020, 2021 expected: CB Governor",2/15/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka had recorded a surplus in the external current account in the third quarter of 2020 and is expecting a margina...,"Sri Lanka records current account surplus in 3Q 2020, 2021 expected: CB Governor Sri Lanka had recorded a surplus in the external current account in the third quarter of 2020 and is expecting a margina...",negative,-0.993167698
India High Commission in Sri Lanka staffer Coronavirus positive,2/14/2021,Health,The High Commission of India in Sri Lanka said it is taking anti-Covid-19 measures after one of the secretarial staff wa...,India High Commission in Sri Lanka staffer Coronavirus positive The High Commission of India in Sri Lanka said it is taking anti-Covid-19 measures after one of the secretarial staff wa...,negative,-0.996909201
"Sri Lanka in talks for US$4-5bn pipeline of swaps, credits except IMF: Central Bank",2/14/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka is in talks for up to 5 billion US dollars of funding through swaps and loans outside of a program with the In...,"Sri Lanka in talks for US$4-5bn pipeline of swaps, credits except IMF: Central Bank Sri Lanka is in talks for up to 5 billion US dollars of funding through swaps and loans outside of a program with the In...",negative,-0.97426331
COVID-19 B.1.1.7 (UK) strain: What's in store for Sri Lanka?,2/13/2021,Health,"With the highly contagious B.1.1.7 strain of COVID-19 now confirmed in Sri Lanka, experts have called for tightened bord...","COVID-19 B.1.1.7 (UK) strain: What's in store for Sri Lanka? With the highly contagious B.1.1.7 strain of COVID-19 now confirmed in Sri Lanka, experts have called for tightened bord...",negative,-0.997178197
Sri Lanka in state guided market oriented economy with 1970s elements: CB Governor,2/13/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka is following a 'guided market oriented economy' with some elements of the 1970s and pre-1990s India, which was...","Sri Lanka in state guided market oriented economy with 1970s elements: CB Governor Sri Lanka is following a 'guided market oriented economy' with some elements of the 1970s and pre-1990s India, which was...",positive,0.97891289
Spot Spotting: Taking the lead on Sri Lankan leopard learning,2/13/2021,Animal Rights,"Early morning, late September, dense high-tree jungle, Willpattu National Park. We’re here in search of the Sri Lan...","Spot Spotting: Taking the lead on Sri Lankan leopard learning Early morning, late September, dense high-tree jungle, Willpattu National Park. We’re here in search of the Sri Lan...",positive,0.965018988
"Sri Lanka exports down 3.5-pct in Dec 2020, but recovers from Nov fall",2/12/2021,Economy," Sri Lanka's exports fell 3.5 percent from a year earlier to 964 million US dollars in December 2020, recovering from 16...","Sri Lanka exports down 3.5-pct in Dec 2020, but recovers from Nov fall  Sri Lanka's exports fell 3.5 percent from a year earlier to 964 million US dollars in December 2020, recovering from 16...",negative,-0.986662567
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 194.50/195.50 to dollar in one week forwards,2/12/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 194.50/195.50 levels to the US dollar in the one-week market on Friday, while bond ...","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 194.50/195.50 to dollar in one week forwards Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 194.50/195.50 levels to the US dollar in the one-week market on Friday, while bond ...",negative,-0.997837961
"Sri Lanka's stocks close 5-pct higher, recouping losses",2/12/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 5.1 percent on Friday, pushed up mainly by LOLC Holdings, Vallibel one and ExpoLanka holdings, r...","Sri Lanka's stocks close 5-pct higher, recouping losses Sri Lanka stocks gained 5.1 percent on Friday, pushed up mainly by LOLC Holdings, Vallibel one and ExpoLanka holdings, r...",negative,-0.984355748
Sri Lanka forex reserves slip to US$4.8bn in January 2021,2/12/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's gross official reserves were at 4.8 billion US dollars in by end January 2021 Central Bank Governor W D Laks...,Sri Lanka forex reserves slip to US$4.8bn in January 2021 Sri Lanka's gross official reserves were at 4.8 billion US dollars in by end January 2021 Central Bank Governor W D Laks...,negative,-0.994691074
"Sri Lanka economy managed in 'alternative' way, critics on wrong track: CB Governor",2/12/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's economy is managed through new policies in an 'alternative way' but critics are using the downturn seen in t...,"Sri Lanka economy managed in 'alternative' way, critics on wrong track: CB Governor Sri Lanka's economy is managed through new policies in an 'alternative way' but critics are using the downturn seen in t...",negative,-0.988464534
AKD demands govt publicise Easter bombings commission report,2/12/2021,Terrorism,"Sri Lanka must publicise the findings of a presidential commission of inquiry that probed the 2019 Easter bombings, Nati...","AKD demands govt publicise Easter bombings commission report Sri Lanka must publicise the findings of a presidential commission of inquiry that probed the 2019 Easter bombings, Nati...",negative,-0.984429479
Sri Lanka rupee quoted around 193.50/194.00 to greenback,2/12/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted around193.50/194.00 levels in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields edged up on higher...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted around 193.50/194.00 to greenback Sri Lanka rupee was quoted around193.50/194.00 levels in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields edged up on higher...",negative,-0.926279664
Officials blame unrestricted travel for Sri Lanka's surge in daily COVID-19 cases,2/12/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka is in the midst of an upsurge in COVID-19 cases, even as daily PCR testing has reached a worrying low. Daily c...","Officials blame unrestricted travel for Sri Lanka's surge in daily COVID-19 cases Sri Lanka is in the midst of an upsurge in COVID-19 cases, even as daily PCR testing has reached a worrying low. Daily c...",negative,-0.996833026
"Sri Lanka gets 1,000 air passengers a day as scheduled carriers and charters return",2/12/2021,Aviation,"Sri Lanka is getting about 1,000 passengers a day including tourists and returning residents after airports formally ope...","Sri Lanka gets 1,000 air passengers a day as scheduled carriers and charters return Sri Lanka is getting about 1,000 passengers a day including tourists and returning residents after airports formally ope...",positive,0.831426322
Sri Lanka withdrew from East Terminal deal due to dispute over terms: Minister,2/12/2021,Logistics,Sri Lanka withdrew from an agreement to jointly complete East Container Terminal in Colombo port with India and Japan du...,Sri Lanka withdrew from East Terminal deal due to dispute over terms: Minister Sri Lanka withdrew from an agreement to jointly complete East Container Terminal in Colombo port with India and Japan du...,negative,-0.996152103
Singapore Airlines group starts flying with vaccinated crew,2/12/2021,Business,"Singapore Airlines which flies three times a week to Sri Lanka, and its affiliates Scoot and SilkAir has begun to operat...","Singapore Airlines group starts flying with vaccinated crew Singapore Airlines which flies three times a week to Sri Lanka, and its affiliates Scoot and SilkAir has begun to operat...",negative,-0.996568322
Sri Lanka stockbrokers meet regulators after market fall; discuss credit data call,2/11/2021,Markets,Chief executives of Sri Lanka's stock broking firms had met the Securities and Exchange Commission Thursday to discuss a...,Sri Lanka stockbrokers meet regulators after market fall; discuss credit data call Chief executives of Sri Lanka's stock broking firms had met the Securities and Exchange Commission Thursday to discuss a...,positive,0.910699725
Smaller parties in governing alliance meet at Weerawansha’s house,2/11/2021,Politics,The leaders of a number of smaller parties allied to the ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) are meeting at Indust...,Smaller parties in governing alliance meet at Weerawansha’s house The leaders of a number of smaller parties allied to the ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) are meeting at Indust...,positive,0.535245597
"Sri Lanka stocks close down 1.7-pct, recoups steep intra-day losses",2/11/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed down 1.7 percent Thursday, recovering from a steep intra-day fall that pushed the benchmark inde...","Sri Lanka stocks close down 1.7-pct, recoups steep intra-day losses Sri Lanka stocks closed down 1.7 percent Thursday, recovering from a steep intra-day fall that pushed the benchmark inde...",negative,-0.997154474
Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer around 194.00/194.50 levels in one-weeks,2/11/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer around 194.00/194.50 levels in the one-week forwards market on Wednesday, while bond yield...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer around 194.00/194.50 levels in one-weeks Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer around 194.00/194.50 levels in the one-week forwards market on Wednesday, while bond yield...",negative,-0.995543659
Easter bombings: Cardinal prepared to go to int'l court if Sri Lanka fails to deliver justice,2/11/2021,Terrorism,"If Sri Lanka fails to bring the perpetrators and masterminds of the 2019 Easter bombings to justice, international judic...","Easter bombings: Cardinal prepared to go to int'l court if Sri Lanka fails to deliver justice If Sri Lanka fails to bring the perpetrators and masterminds of the 2019 Easter bombings to justice, international judic...",negative,-0.993836105
Sri Lanka import controls misguided; doesn’t solve the real problem: Eran,2/11/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's import controls which has left the economy mired in a plethora of regulations does not solve underlying econ...,Sri Lanka import controls misguided; doesn’t solve the real problem: Eran Sri Lanka's import controls which has left the economy mired in a plethora of regulations does not solve underlying econ...,negative,-0.999811947
"Expert committee to decide on Sri Lanka's COVID-19 burials, despite earlier assurance",2/11/2021,Health,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa’s assurance yesterday that Sri Lanka will at long last permit COVID-19 burials will b...,"Expert committee to decide on Sri Lanka's COVID-19 burials, despite earlier assurance Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa’s assurance yesterday that Sri Lanka will at long last permit COVID-19 burials will b...",negative,-0.989825666
Sri Lanka trading halted as stocks plunge 7.5-pct,2/11/2021,Markets,Trading in Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange was halted Thursday as an index of liquid stocks fell 7.5 percent.,Sri Lanka trading halted as stocks plunge 7.5-pct Trading in Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange was halted Thursday as an index of liquid stocks fell 7.5 percent.,negative,-0.999658108
Highway project over Thalangama wetlands put on hold - CEA Chairman,2/11/2021,Economy,Work on the second phase of the New Kelani Bridge (NKB) to Athurugiriya Elevated Highway Project will be put on hold unt...,Highway project over Thalangama wetlands put on hold - CEA Chairman Work on the second phase of the New Kelani Bridge (NKB) to Athurugiriya Elevated Highway Project will be put on hold unt...,negative,-0.998470604
Sri Lanka rupee quoted around 195.00/198.00 levels in one-week forwards,2/11/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted around 195.00/198.00 levels in the one-week forwards market on Wednesday, while bond yields e...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted around 195.00/198.00 levels in one-week forwards Sri Lanka rupee was quoted around 195.00/198.00 levels in the one-week forwards market on Wednesday, while bond yields e...",negative,-0.987285078
"Ethiopia in debt restructuring, downgrade after printing money, despite low deficit",2/11/2021,Economy,Ethiopia had been downgraded to 'CCC' from 'B' by Fitch Ratings after it applied for 'Paris Club' debt relief having pri...,"Ethiopia in debt restructuring, downgrade after printing money, despite low deficit Ethiopia had been downgraded to 'CCC' from 'B' by Fitch Ratings after it applied for 'Paris Club' debt relief having pri...",negative,-0.998480499
"Sri Lanka, India making progress in resuming flights under 'air bubble'",2/11/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka and India is making progress on an 'air bubble' between the two countries, Deputy High Commissioner Vinod K Ja...","Sri Lanka, India making progress in resuming flights under 'air bubble' Sri Lanka and India is making progress on an 'air bubble' between the two countries, Deputy High Commissioner Vinod K Ja...",positive,0.997600257
"Sri Lanka to buy 18mn Covid-19 vaccines, India says regulator independence should be respected",2/11/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka is planning to order 18 million vaccines as part of efforts to protect up to 60 percent of the population as I...,"Sri Lanka to buy 18mn Covid-19 vaccines, India says regulator independence should be respected Sri Lanka is planning to order 18 million vaccines as part of efforts to protect up to 60 percent of the population as I...",negative,-0.987088382
Sri Lanka promise to end forced cremations of Covid-19 victims draw calls for action,2/10/2021,Political News,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa’s announcement of lifting the ban on burials for Muslim Covid-19 victims was immediat...,Sri Lanka promise to end forced cremations of Covid-19 victims draw calls for action Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa’s announcement of lifting the ban on burials for Muslim Covid-19 victims was immediat...,positive,0.997297466
Sumanthiran says Minister Weerasekara is responsible if he is harmed,2/10/2021,Defence,TNA veteran and lawyer M A Sumanthiran says he is under threat and should not have had his Commando guards removed ,Sumanthiran says Minister Weerasekara is responsible if he is harmed TNA veteran and lawyer M A Sumanthiran says he is under threat and should not have had his Commando guards removed ,negative,-0.994100392
Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker around 194.00/198.00 levels  to the US dollar,2/10/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 194.00/198.00 levels in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields were flat a...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker around 194.00/198.00 levels  to the US dollar Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 194.00/198.00 levels in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields were flat a...",negative,-0.99922502
Sri Lanka fails to sell 65-pct of bills at auction,2/10/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has failed to sell 65 percent of the offered 40 billion rupees at an Treasuries auction Wednesday despite 74.4...,Sri Lanka fails to sell 65-pct of bills at auction Sri Lanka has failed to sell 65 percent of the offered 40 billion rupees at an Treasuries auction Wednesday despite 74.4...,negative,-0.999685884
Website to register for Covid vaccine launched,2/10/2021,Health,"Sri Lankans can now go online and register to receive the Covid 19 vaccine the State Ministry for Primary Health Care, E...","Website to register for Covid vaccine launched Sri Lankans can now go online and register to receive the Covid 19 vaccine the State Ministry for Primary Health Care, E...",negative,-0.839793742
Sri Lanka stocks extend losses falling 2.9-pct,2/10/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks extended losses falling 2.90 percent on Wednesday, with several high flying stocks linked to the LOLC a...","Sri Lanka stocks extend losses falling 2.9-pct Sri Lanka stocks extended losses falling 2.90 percent on Wednesday, with several high flying stocks linked to the LOLC a...",negative,-0.998526454
Attacks on Wimal maybe a sign of a seismic shift in the ruling alliance,2/10/2021,Op-ed/Special Reports,There’s bitter invective being directed at a government Cabinet Minister these days by a faction of the ruling allianc...,Attacks on Wimal maybe a sign of a seismic shift in the ruling alliance There’s bitter invective being directed at a government Cabinet Minister these days by a faction of the ruling allianc...,negative,-0.990891159
"Sri Lanka has ""given up"" on PCR testing, govt lab technologists claim",2/10/2021,Health,Sri Lankan authorities have “given up” on continuing PCR tests and numerous issues that have cropped up in supply ch...,"Sri Lanka has ""given up"" on PCR testing, govt lab technologists claim Sri Lankan authorities have “given up” on continuing PCR tests and numerous issues that have cropped up in supply ch...",negative,-0.982387662
Sri Lanka to import more than a million cows – Agriculture Minister,2/10/2021,Agriculture,Sri Lanka will launch an ambitious program to be nearly self-sufficient in liquid milk aiming to meet most of the nation...,Sri Lanka to import more than a million cows – Agriculture Minister Sri Lanka will launch an ambitious program to be nearly self-sufficient in liquid milk aiming to meet most of the nation...,positive,0.983835578
Prime Minister says Muslims can bury their Covid dead,2/10/2021,Health,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has told Parliament that the compulsory cremation of the remains of Covid 19 deceased w...,Prime Minister says Muslims can bury their Covid dead Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has told Parliament that the compulsory cremation of the remains of Covid 19 deceased w...,negative,-0.982553899
"Sri Lanka forum on port development, investment or sale",2/10/2021,Logistics,Sri Lanka port development will be the focus of a forum conducted by Advocata Institute on February 12 amid attempts to ...,"Sri Lanka forum on port development, investment or sale Sri Lanka port development will be the focus of a forum conducted by Advocata Institute on February 12 amid attempts to ...",negative,-0.990394413
Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker,2/10/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker around 195.50/196.50 levels in the spot market in early trade on Wednesday, while bond...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker around 195.50/196.50 levels in the spot market in early trade on Wednesday, while bond...",negative,-0.99662447
Sri Lanka takes price ceilings off 3 and 6 month bills in weekly sale,2/10/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has taken off the price controls on 3 and 6 month bills at an auction on February 10, but kept the 12-month ce...","Sri Lanka takes price ceilings off 3 and 6 month bills in weekly sale Sri Lanka has taken off the price controls on 3 and 6 month bills at an auction on February 10, but kept the 12-month ce...",negative,-0.968724847
Sri Lanka to eyes re-negotiating trade deals amid import controls,2/10/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has given the nod for the Ministry of Trade to examine ways of re-negotiating existing free trade agreements a...,Sri Lanka to eyes re-negotiating trade deals amid import controls Sri Lanka has given the nod for the Ministry of Trade to examine ways of re-negotiating existing free trade agreements a...,positive,0.967420459
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases top 975 in new daily high, Covid-19 deaths reach 370",2/10/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka has confirmed 975 Coronavirus cases, the highest daily total so far, while five persons died from Covid-19 on ...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases top 975 in new daily high, Covid-19 deaths reach 370 Sri Lanka has confirmed 975 Coronavirus cases, the highest daily total so far, while five persons died from Covid-19 on ...",negative,-0.946353734
Ramesh Shanmugathan made director of Nations Trust Bank,2/10/2021,Uncategorized, Sri Lanka's Nations Trust Bank said Ramesh Shanmuganthan has been appointed as Non-Executive Director with effect from ...,Ramesh Shanmugathan made director of Nations Trust Bank  Sri Lanka's Nations Trust Bank said Ramesh Shanmuganthan has been appointed as Non-Executive Director with effect from ...,positive,0.986896574
Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker around 194.00/196.50 to the US dollar,2/10/2021,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker around 194.00/196.50 levels in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields edged up in dul...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker around 194.00/196.50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker around 194.00/196.50 levels in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields edged up in dul...",negative,-0.997722208
Sri Lanka stocks end 1.84-pct lower,2/9/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.84 percent on Tuesday, for the second consecutive day slumping behind the 8,000 mark, pushed dow...","Sri Lanka stocks end 1.84-pct lower Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.84 percent on Tuesday, for the second consecutive day slumping behind the 8,000 mark, pushed dow...",negative,-0.999415278
"GR must hold high office within SLPP while MR leads, says Wimal, refusing to apologise",2/9/2021,Politics,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa ought to hold some high office within the ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) while P...,"GR must hold high office within SLPP while MR leads, says Wimal, refusing to apologise President Gotabaya Rajapaksa ought to hold some high office within the ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) while P...",negative,-0.993848383
Sri Lanka has not told India and Japan it is pulling out of Port deal,2/9/2021,Logistics,Sri Lankan government is yet to officially tell India and Japan that it is withdrawing from the trilateral agreement tha...,Sri Lanka has not told India and Japan it is pulling out of Port deal Sri Lankan government is yet to officially tell India and Japan that it is withdrawing from the trilateral agreement tha...,negative,-0.996709228
AG orders police probes to be completed within 3 months,2/9/2021,Courts,The Attorney General has issued instructions to the Police Department to complete investigations into grave crimes and d...,AG orders police probes to be completed within 3 months The Attorney General has issued instructions to the Police Department to complete investigations into grave crimes and d...,negative,-0.978183806
Shakthika Sathkumara discharged days ahead of UNHRC sessions,2/9/2021,Human Rights,"Sri Lankan fiction writer Shakthika Sathkumara, who was in pre-trial detention for months over a controversial short sto...","Shakthika Sathkumara discharged days ahead of UNHRC sessions Sri Lankan fiction writer Shakthika Sathkumara, who was in pre-trial detention for months over a controversial short sto...",negative,-0.997889817
Top German companies renew their commitment to Sri Lanka,2/9/2021,International Relations,Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka said that a record 176 German companies have pledged their commi...,Top German companies renew their commitment to Sri Lanka Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka said that a record 176 German companies have pledged their commi...,positive,0.985112011
Sri Lanka confirms India has objected to power projects given to China on Northern islands,2/9/2021,Economy,Co-Cabinet Spokesman Keheliya Rambukwella confirmed that the Sri Lankan government has received complaints from the Indi...,Sri Lanka confirms India has objected to power projects given to China on Northern islands Co-Cabinet Spokesman Keheliya Rambukwella confirmed that the Sri Lankan government has received complaints from the Indi...,negative,-0.986990988
Sri Lanka health officials say no shortage of ICU beds for COVID-19 patients,2/9/2021,Health,Sri Lanka’s health ministry has denied speculation that there is a shortage of intensive care unit (ICU) beds to treat...,Sri Lanka health officials say no shortage of ICU beds for COVID-19 patients Sri Lanka’s health ministry has denied speculation that there is a shortage of intensive care unit (ICU) beds to treat...,positive,0.915737092
CWC Leaders thank Mahinda for the daily wage increase,2/9/2021,Politics,Members of Parliament from the Ceylon Workers Congress (CWC) are thanking Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa for succeedin...,CWC Leaders thank Mahinda for the daily wage increase Members of Parliament from the Ceylon Workers Congress (CWC) are thanking Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa for succeedin...,positive,0.998698711
"Sri Lanka makes progress in approving Pfizer vaccine, data awaited from China, Russia",2/9/2021,Business,Sri Lanka has made progress in analyzing data on a vaccine produced by Pfizer as a 'good one' based on analysis of data ...,"Sri Lanka makes progress in approving Pfizer vaccine, data awaited from China, Russia Sri Lanka has made progress in analyzing data on a vaccine produced by Pfizer as a 'good one' based on analysis of data ...",positive,0.997766852
Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly firmer around 193.50/195.50 to the US dollar,2/9/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly firmer around 193.50/195.50 levels in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields rema...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly firmer around 193.50/195.50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly firmer around 193.50/195.50 levels in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields rema...",negative,-0.991532147
Conditions ripe for global commodity super-cycle: Steve Hanke,2/9/2021,Commodities,"Conditions are ripe to the return of a commodity super-cycle with supply constraints, low inventories from earlier low p...","Conditions ripe for global commodity super-cycle: Steve Hanke Conditions are ripe to the return of a commodity super-cycle with supply constraints, low inventories from earlier low p...",positive,0.72040695
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 194.00/195.50 to the US dollar,2/8/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 194.00/195.50 levels in the spot market on Monday, while bond yields remained uncha...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 194.00/195.50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 194.00/195.50 levels in the spot market on Monday, while bond yields remained uncha...",negative,-0.998525798
"Sri Lanka stocks end 1.96-pct pushed down by LOLC Holdings, Vallibel One",2/8/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.96 percent, pushed down by LOLC Holdings, Vallibel One and LOLC Finance, Colombo stock exchange ...","Sri Lanka stocks end 1.96-pct pushed down by LOLC Holdings, Vallibel One Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.96 percent, pushed down by LOLC Holdings, Vallibel One and LOLC Finance, Colombo stock exchange ...",negative,-0.99956876
Sri Lanka warned as study suggests AstraZeneca jab 10-pct effective on South Africa Covid-19 variant,2/8/2021,Health,Sri Lanka should take extra care at borders as a new study suggested that an Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine being rolled out...,Sri Lanka warned as study suggests AstraZeneca jab 10-pct effective on South Africa Covid-19 variant Sri Lanka should take extra care at borders as a new study suggested that an Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine being rolled out...,negative,-0.998005331
"Sri Lanka welcomes 1,635 tourists in Jan 2021 led by Ukraine",2/8/2021,Business," Sri Lanka has welcomed 1,635 tourists in January 2021 after airports were re-opened and post-Coronavirus tourism resume...","Sri Lanka welcomes 1,635 tourists in Jan 2021 led by Ukraine  Sri Lanka has welcomed 1,635 tourists in January 2021 after airports were re-opened and post-Coronavirus tourism resume...",positive,0.992659986
Wimal must immediately retract and apologise for leadership comment: SLPP,2/8/2021,Politics,Industries Minister Wimal Weerawansa must immediately retract and apologise for a statement he had made to a weekly news...,Wimal must immediately retract and apologise for leadership comment: SLPP Industries Minister Wimal Weerawansa must immediately retract and apologise for a statement he had made to a weekly news...,negative,-0.990856767
Sumanthiran’s STF guard withdrawn,2/8/2021,Crime,"“No reason to withdraw security has been given to me,” the TNA MP told reporters","Sumanthiran’s STF guard withdrawn “No reason to withdraw security has been given to me,” the TNA MP told reporters",negative,-0.994754076
Govt has no plan to bring back stranded workers – Dr Harini Amarasuriya,2/8/2021,Health,Opposition MP Amarasuriya says the government has no proper procedure to repatriate Lankan workers who have lost jobs an...,Govt has no plan to bring back stranded workers – Dr Harini Amarasuriya Opposition MP Amarasuriya says the government has no proper procedure to repatriate Lankan workers who have lost jobs an...,negative,-0.999358714
Sri Lanka to begin vaccination of 60+ and 30-to-60-year-old workforce early March,2/8/2021,Health,Sri Lanka will begin vaccinating people over the age of 60 and those in the workforce aged between 30 and 60 against COV...,Sri Lanka to begin vaccination of 60+ and 30-to-60-year-old workforce early March Sri Lanka will begin vaccinating people over the age of 60 and those in the workforce aged between 30 and 60 against COV...,negative,-0.859851241
Organizers of the P2P march claim resounding success as Muslims join Tamils,2/8/2021,Democracy,"Batticaloa Member of Parliament from the Ilankai Tamil Arasu Katchi Rasamanickam Shanakyan, one of the leaders of the ma...","Organizers of the P2P march claim resounding success as Muslims join Tamils Batticaloa Member of Parliament from the Ilankai Tamil Arasu Katchi Rasamanickam Shanakyan, one of the leaders of the ma...",positive,0.999661088
Sri Lanka rupee quoted wider around 193.00/195.00 levels,2/8/2021,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady around 193.00/195.00 levels in the spot market on Monday, while bond yields remained unch...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted wider around 193.00/195.00 levels  Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady around 193.00/195.00 levels in the spot market on Monday, while bond yields remained unch...",negative,-0.995573282
Sri Lanka 22 day trading volumes exceed annual activity of several years: CSE,2/8/2021,Markets,"Stock trading volumes in the first 22 days of 2021 had exceeded the annual trading volumes seen in 2012, 2013, 2016, 201...","Sri Lanka 22 day trading volumes exceed annual activity of several years: CSE Stock trading volumes in the first 22 days of 2021 had exceeded the annual trading volumes seen in 2012, 2013, 2016, 201...",positive,0.897948802
"Core elements of a Sri Lanka state; public goods, national defence, justice: Arthashastra",2/8/2021,Arthashasthra,"Sri Lanka needs the state to provide public goods, including national defence, law and order and justice; to control mar...","Core elements of a Sri Lanka state; public goods, national defence, justice: Arthashastra Sri Lanka needs the state to provide public goods, including national defence, law and order and justice; to control mar...",positive,0.957608342
"Sri Lanka should consider an IMF deal, pre-emptive debt re-profiling: Pathfinder",2/8/2021,Economy, Sri Lanka should consider an agreement with the International Monetary Fund and pre-emptive extensions of capital and i...,"Sri Lanka should consider an IMF deal, pre-emptive debt re-profiling: Pathfinder  Sri Lanka should consider an agreement with the International Monetary Fund and pre-emptive extensions of capital and i...",negative,-0.993803024
Sri Lanka apparel sector ready to pay for worker Coronavirus vaccines,2/8/2021,Apparel,"Sri Lanka's apparel exporters are ready to bear the cost of vaccinating 350,000 workers if the government could help sou...","Sri Lanka apparel sector ready to pay for worker Coronavirus vaccines Sri Lanka's apparel exporters are ready to bear the cost of vaccinating 350,000 workers if the government could help sou...",negative,-0.994350255
Sri Lanka makes ceramic components for New Zealand tech company,2/7/2021,Business,"Royal Fernwood Porcelain Limited, manufacturer of porcelain tableware said it had begun producing engineering components...","Sri Lanka makes ceramic components for New Zealand tech company Royal Fernwood Porcelain Limited, manufacturer of porcelain tableware said it had begun producing engineering components...",positive,0.548633933
"Sri Lanka's Mullen Lowe to re-design office for inspiration, creativity",2/7/2021,Business,"MullenLowe Sri Lanka, an advertising firm said it is designing its new premises to inspire collaboration, creativity and...","Sri Lanka's Mullen Lowe to re-design office for inspiration, creativity MullenLowe Sri Lanka, an advertising firm said it is designing its new premises to inspire collaboration, creativity and...",positive,0.998675525
"Sri Lanka's Mattala Airport welcomes Air Astana, 2,500 tourists in 2021",2/7/2021,Aviation,"Sri Lanka's Mattala Airport saw the maiden flight of Air Astana, flag carrier of Kazakhstan carrying 160 tourists under ...","Sri Lanka's Mattala Airport welcomes Air Astana, 2,500 tourists in 2021 Sri Lanka's Mattala Airport saw the maiden flight of Air Astana, flag carrier of Kazakhstan carrying 160 tourists under ...",positive,0.994823217
"Sri Lanka starts building 28km, U$244 million irrigation tunnel",2/6/2021,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has kicked off the construction of a 28 kilometre long irrigation tunnel costin...,"Sri Lanka starts building 28km, U$244 million irrigation tunnel Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has kicked off the construction of a 28 kilometre long irrigation tunnel costin...",positive,0.730531216
Sri Lanka to lease state land for commercial maize growing after banning imports,2/6/2021,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka is to lease 2,750 acres of state land to investors to grow maize in a commercial scale after banning its impor...","Sri Lanka to lease state land for commercial maize growing after banning imports Sri Lanka is to lease 2,750 acres of state land to investors to grow maize in a commercial scale after banning its impor...",negative,-0.986599982
Sri Lanka tries exorcism as voodoo fails to fight virus,2/6/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka’s government is turning to exorcism in a desperate bid to tackle the spread of Covid-19 after sorcery, spiri...","Sri Lanka tries exorcism as voodoo fails to fight virus Sri Lanka’s government is turning to exorcism in a desperate bid to tackle the spread of Covid-19 after sorcery, spiri...",negative,-0.997674763
Sri Lanka must grant amnesty to detained ex-LTTE cadres and move on from war: Champika,2/5/2021,Politics,Sri Lanka must consider granting amnesty to ex-LTTE cadres that are still detained while former LTTE bigwigs continue to...,Sri Lanka must grant amnesty to detained ex-LTTE cadres and move on from war: Champika Sri Lanka must consider granting amnesty to ex-LTTE cadres that are still detained while former LTTE bigwigs continue to...,negative,-0.958166957
"Sri Lanka repays US$400mn India swap, extension requires IMF deal",2/5/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka has repaid a 400 million US dollar swap line from the Reserve Bank of India after six months, as an agreement ...","Sri Lanka repays US$400mn India swap, extension requires IMF deal Sri Lanka has repaid a 400 million US dollar swap line from the Reserve Bank of India after six months, as an agreement ...",negative,-0.950816929
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields edge higher",2/5/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 193.70/194.25 levels in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields edged higher, ...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields edge higher Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 193.70/194.25 levels in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields edged higher, ...",negative,-0.990014315
"Sri Lanka stocks up 0.6-pct with Hayleys units, ceramics",2/5/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka stocks rose 0.60 percent, with several Hayleys stocks re-gaining momentum after an earlier sell-off and cerami...","Sri Lanka stocks up 0.6-pct with Hayleys units, ceramics Sri Lanka stocks rose 0.60 percent, with several Hayleys stocks re-gaining momentum after an earlier sell-off and cerami...",positive,0.883517504
Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings net up 36-pct in Dec,2/5/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings Plc, said its profit grew 36 percent from a year earlier to 387 million rupees in the Dece...","Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings net up 36-pct in Dec Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings Plc, said its profit grew 36 percent from a year earlier to 387 million rupees in the Dece...",negative,-0.751285136
"Sri Lanka to maintain fixed prices on 27 essential goods, subject to forex rates and taxes for some ...",2/5/2021,Trade,"Sri Lanka will reduce and maintain fixed prices prices of 27 essential commodities for three months starting February 8,...","Sri Lanka to maintain fixed prices on 27 essential goods, subject to forex rates and taxes for some ... Sri Lanka will reduce and maintain fixed prices prices of 27 essential commodities for three months starting February 8,...",negative,-0.625264406
Ranjan gets temporary relief from Appeal Court,2/5/2021,Corruption,The Court of Appeal has given temporary relief to imprisoned Opposition Member of Parliament Ranjan Ramanayake ordering ...,Ranjan gets temporary relief from Appeal Court The Court of Appeal has given temporary relief to imprisoned Opposition Member of Parliament Ranjan Ramanayake ordering ...,negative,-0.849568009
Foreign Ministry to open Regional Consular office in Kandy,2/5/2021,International Relations,"Sri Lanka’s Foreign Ministry will open a Consular Affairs office in Kandy tomorrow February 6, offering these services...","Foreign Ministry to open Regional Consular office in Kandy Sri Lanka’s Foreign Ministry will open a Consular Affairs office in Kandy tomorrow February 6, offering these services...",positive,0.992269397
Sri Lanka to get 350 tourists a week from Kazakhstan: Aitken Spence,2/5/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka will welcome around 350 tourists a week from Kazakhstan till April 2021, with two airlines running weekly char...","Sri Lanka to get 350 tourists a week from Kazakhstan: Aitken Spence Sri Lanka will welcome around 350 tourists a week from Kazakhstan till April 2021, with two airlines running weekly char...",positive,0.986884952
FMM calls Myanmar coup a deathblow to democracy,2/5/2021,Democracy,Sri Lanka’s Free Media Movement (FMM) is strongly condemning the military coup in Myanmar calling it an “outrageous ...,FMM calls Myanmar coup a deathblow to democracy Sri Lanka’s Free Media Movement (FMM) is strongly condemning the military coup in Myanmar calling it an “outrageous ...,negative,-0.982908964
Sri Lanka rupee quoted around 193/195 levels in spot market,2/5/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s quoted around 193/195 levels in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields were steady, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee quoted around 193/195 levels in spot market Sri Lanka’s quoted around 193/195 levels in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields were steady, dealers said.",negative,-0.962214828
"Sri Lanka domestic borrowings exceed deficit, repays Rs352bn to foreign lenders by Oct 2020",2/5/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has repaid the equivalent of 352 billion rupees (about 1.9 billion US dollars) in foreign borrowings up to Oct...,"Sri Lanka domestic borrowings exceed deficit, repays Rs352bn to foreign lenders by Oct 2020 Sri Lanka has repaid the equivalent of 352 billion rupees (about 1.9 billion US dollars) in foreign borrowings up to Oct...",negative,-0.951934457
"Sri Lanka giving stimulus to turmeric, grains through import controls: President",2/4/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka is giving 'stimulus' to producers of turmeric, grains and potatoes through import controls and free fertilizer...","Sri Lanka giving stimulus to turmeric, grains through import controls: President Sri Lanka is giving 'stimulus' to producers of turmeric, grains and potatoes through import controls and free fertilizer...",positive,0.954488516
South Asia forging ahead towards renewable energy,2/4/2021,Energy,Land-locked Nepal and the island nation of Sri Lanka are both rich in renewable resources that could be utilised for pow...,South Asia forging ahead towards renewable energy Land-locked Nepal and the island nation of Sri Lanka are both rich in renewable resources that could be utilised for pow...,positive,0.999126613
Sri Lanka President vows to punish Bondscammers and Easter attack planners,2/4/2021,Easter Sunday attacks,In his Independence Day address President Rajapaksa said he has advised the Attorney General’s Department to swiftly a...,Sri Lanka President vows to punish Bondscammers and Easter attack planners In his Independence Day address President Rajapaksa said he has advised the Attorney General’s Department to swiftly a...,negative,-0.928892732
Sri Lanka's Piramal Glass Ceylon net up 60-pct,2/4/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka's Piramal Glass Ceylon Plc, said profits rose 60 percent from a year ago to 378 million rupees in the December...","Sri Lanka's Piramal Glass Ceylon net up 60-pct Sri Lanka's Piramal Glass Ceylon Plc, said profits rose 60 percent from a year ago to 378 million rupees in the December...",negative,-0.532297492
Imthiaz appeals to President to create a just society,2/4/2021,Politics,Opposition Member of Parliament Imthiaz Bakeer Markar is urging President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to build a proud and prospe...,Imthiaz appeals to President to create a just society Opposition Member of Parliament Imthiaz Bakeer Markar is urging President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to build a proud and prospe...,positive,0.995458603
Its Independence Day and what have we got,2/4/2021,Democracy,Sri Lanka’s ethnic conflict is not a shooting war anymore but long-standing issues remain unresolved,Its Independence Day and what have we got Sri Lanka’s ethnic conflict is not a shooting war anymore but long-standing issues remain unresolved,negative,-0.988399982
Sri Lanka rupee ends slightly firmer around 193/194 levels in spot market,2/3/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s closed slightly firmer around 193/194 levels in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields edged high...","Sri Lanka rupee ends slightly firmer around 193/194 levels in spot market Sri Lanka’s closed slightly firmer around 193/194 levels in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields edged high...",negative,-0.935472906
First batch of COVAX vaccine should arrive by mid-Feb: Sudarshini,2/3/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka will receive eight million doses of a WHO-approved COVID-19 vaccine through the COVAX facility, the first batc...","First batch of COVAX vaccine should arrive by mid-Feb: Sudarshini Sri Lanka will receive eight million doses of a WHO-approved COVID-19 vaccine through the COVAX facility, the first batc...",negative,-0.986573756
Officials confirm Indian high Commissioner had “unplanned” meetings with Sri Lankan leaders,2/3/2021,Economy,"India’s High Commissioner in Colombo Gopal Baglay met President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa a...","Officials confirm Indian high Commissioner had “unplanned” meetings with Sri Lankan leaders India’s High Commissioner in Colombo Gopal Baglay met President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa a...",negative,-0.8113451
Sri Lanka stock close higher recouping some losses,2/3/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks closed 2.99 per cent higher Wednesday recouping some losses a day after the biggest one day point fall ...,Sri Lanka stock close higher recouping some losses Sri Lanka stocks closed 2.99 per cent higher Wednesday recouping some losses a day after the biggest one day point fall ...,negative,-0.990750968
Parties within govt have role to play without being slaves to any faction: Wimal,2/3/2021,Politics,Constituent parties of the ruling coalition have a role to play within the government without being political slaves to ...,Parties within govt have role to play without being slaves to any faction: Wimal Constituent parties of the ruling coalition have a role to play within the government without being political slaves to ...,positive,0.990934253
Sri Lanka suspends gazette relaxing tile imports,2/3/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has suspended an order issued by gazette under an import control law which allowed the import of tiles on cred...,Sri Lanka suspends gazette relaxing tile imports Sri Lanka has suspended an order issued by gazette under an import control law which allowed the import of tiles on cred...,negative,-0.997599423
Only two ECMO machines to treat COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; MoH looking to acquire more,2/3/2021,Health,Sri Lanka is looking to acquire more Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) machines to treat COVID-19 patients that...,Only two ECMO machines to treat COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; MoH looking to acquire more Sri Lanka is looking to acquire more Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) machines to treat COVID-19 patients that...,negative,-0.997608304
Sri Lanka allows import of Sarees under 90-day credit,2/3/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka is allowing the import of Sarees, an elaborately draped garment worn by women in South Asia, which were halted...","Sri Lanka allows import of Sarees under 90-day credit Sri Lanka is allowing the import of Sarees, an elaborately draped garment worn by women in South Asia, which were halted...",negative,-0.872145474
"Sri Lanka allows imports of tile, squatting pans on credit",2/3/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka is allowing some tile and ceramic items including squatting pans which were banned in 2020 to be imported on 1...,"Sri Lanka allows imports of tile, squatting pans on credit Sri Lanka is allowing some tile and ceramic items including squatting pans which were banned in 2020 to be imported on 1...",negative,-0.926511347
SLPP disappointed in Wimal over Colombo port deal remarks,2/3/2021,Politics,Minister of Industries Wimal Weerawansa's recent public criticism of the now-scrapped plan to hand over a minority stake...,SLPP disappointed in Wimal over Colombo port deal remarks Minister of Industries Wimal Weerawansa's recent public criticism of the now-scrapped plan to hand over a minority stake...,negative,-0.999236465
Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly firmer around 193/195 levels in spot,2/3/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted slightly firmer around 193/195 levels in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields were...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly firmer around 193/195 levels in spot Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted slightly firmer around 193/195 levels in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields were...",negative,-0.991057038
Sri Lanka banks required to sell 10-pct of forex remittances to the central bank,2/3/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's commercial banks have been required to sell 10 percent of foreign worker remittances that are converted each...,Sri Lanka banks required to sell 10-pct of forex remittances to the central bank Sri Lanka's commercial banks have been required to sell 10 percent of foreign worker remittances that are converted each...,negative,-0.99135828
Sri Lanka fails to sell 43-pct of bill auction under price ceilings,2/3/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has failed to sell 43 percent of bills offered at a 40 billion rupee 'auction' under price ceilings on Tuesday...,Sri Lanka fails to sell 43-pct of bill auction under price ceilings Sri Lanka has failed to sell 43 percent of bills offered at a 40 billion rupee 'auction' under price ceilings on Tuesday...,negative,-0.999339044
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths reach 330, 18-month baby dies from Covid-19",2/3/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka has reported seven new Coronavirus deaths with an 18-month old baby passing away, taking the total to 330, the...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths reach 330, 18-month baby dies from Covid-19 Sri Lanka has reported seven new Coronavirus deaths with an 18-month old baby passing away, taking the total to 330, the...",negative,-0.99096185
Sri Lanka’s rupee ends weaker at around 194.00/196.00 levels in spot,2/2/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at around 194.00/196.00 levels in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields were f...","Sri Lanka’s rupee ends weaker at around 194.00/196.00 levels in spot Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at around 194.00/196.00 levels in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields were f...",negative,-0.998859167
Daily cases in Sri Lanka soar past 800 for fifth day running; vaccination continues,2/2/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka’s daily COVID-19 cases exceeded 800 for the fifth consecutive day yesterday, with 826 cases being discovered...","Daily cases in Sri Lanka soar past 800 for fifth day running; vaccination continues Sri Lanka’s daily COVID-19 cases exceeded 800 for the fifth consecutive day yesterday, with 826 cases being discovered...",negative,-0.848491669
Sri Lanka stock market falls 6.5-pct wiping out Rs245bn,2/2/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks plunged 6.5 per cent Tuesday wiping out 245 billion rupees from stock values after making steep gains o...,Sri Lanka stock market falls 6.5-pct wiping out Rs245bn Sri Lanka stocks plunged 6.5 per cent Tuesday wiping out 245 billion rupees from stock values after making steep gains o...,negative,-0.999116719
UNHRC Twitter video contains footage shot in other countries: Keheliya,2/2/2021,Human Rights,Some of the footage seen in a widely shared video tweeted by the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) about Sri Lanka’s all...,UNHRC Twitter video contains footage shot in other countries: Keheliya Some of the footage seen in a widely shared video tweeted by the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) about Sri Lanka’s all...,negative,-0.98471123
Ranjan appeals his sentencing by the Supreme Court,2/2/2021,Corruption,"Lawyers for Actor-politico Ranjan Ramanayake have filed two petitions in courts, one appealing his contempt of court sen...","Ranjan appeals his sentencing by the Supreme Court Lawyers for Actor-politico Ranjan Ramanayake have filed two petitions in courts, one appealing his contempt of court sen...",negative,-0.940461814
CPA “gravely concerned” over ethnic relations on Independence Day,2/2/2021,Human Rights,The Centre for Policy Alternatives (CPA) Sri Lanka is expressing its grave concern with the state of ethnoreligious rela...,CPA “gravely concerned” over ethnic relations on Independence Day The Centre for Policy Alternatives (CPA) Sri Lanka is expressing its grave concern with the state of ethnoreligious rela...,negative,-0.919255197
Police probing Settikulam incident where a civilian is injured in encounter with troops,2/2/2021,Crime,Police are investigating an incident where a civilian sustained injuries in an incident involving troops on patrol in th...,Police probing Settikulam incident where a civilian is injured in encounter with troops Police are investigating an incident where a civilian sustained injuries in an incident involving troops on patrol in th...,negative,-0.962532997
"Sri Lanka eyes 250,000MT maize production for Thriposha, other animal feed",2/2/2021,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka will lease 2,750 acres of underutilised land to potential investors for a period of one year to produce 250,00...","Sri Lanka eyes 250,000MT maize production for Thriposha, other animal feed Sri Lanka will lease 2,750 acres of underutilised land to potential investors for a period of one year to produce 250,00...",negative,-0.983639121
Sri Lanka stocks halted twice amid sell off,2/2/2021,Markets,Trading in Sri Lanka's stock were halted for the second time Tuesday as the market corrected after steep gains made in r...,Sri Lanka stocks halted twice amid sell off Trading in Sri Lanka's stock were halted for the second time Tuesday as the market corrected after steep gains made in r...,negative,-0.99863714
CSE halts market for 30mins after S&P plunged 5-pct,2/2/2021,Stocks & Companies,Colombo Stock Exchange said it has halted trading for 30 minutes after the S&P SL 20 Index of more liquid stocks plunged...,CSE halts market for 30mins after S&P plunged 5-pct Colombo Stock Exchange said it has halted trading for 30 minutes after the S&P SL 20 Index of more liquid stocks plunged...,negative,-0.998467743
Sri Lanka records first frontline health worker death due to COVID-19,2/2/2021,Health,Sri Lanka recorded its first frontline worker death due to COVID-19 today with the passing of Dr Gayan Danthanarayana at...,Sri Lanka records first frontline health worker death due to COVID-19 Sri Lanka recorded its first frontline worker death due to COVID-19 today with the passing of Dr Gayan Danthanarayana at...,negative,-0.997372866
Sri Lanka to manufacture 100 railway passenger coaches with private participation,2/2/2021,Transport,"Sri Lanka will manufacture 100 railway coaches locally with private sector participation to meet existing demands, the G...","Sri Lanka to manufacture 100 railway passenger coaches with private participation Sri Lanka will manufacture 100 railway coaches locally with private sector participation to meet existing demands, the G...",positive,0.982607186
Sri Lanka's CPC to purchase bunker fuel for all players: Minister,2/2/2021,Energy,Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation has been cleared by the cabinet of ministers to re-enter the bunkerin...,Sri Lanka's CPC to purchase bunker fuel for all players: Minister Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation has been cleared by the cabinet of ministers to re-enter the bunkerin...,negative,-0.99782902
"Sri Lanka to hold 55th ADB summit in May 2022; some 4,000 participants expected",2/2/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka’s cabinet of ministers has approved a proposal to hold the Asian Development Bank’s 55th annual summit in ...,"Sri Lanka to hold 55th ADB summit in May 2022; some 4,000 participants expected Sri Lanka’s cabinet of ministers has approved a proposal to hold the Asian Development Bank’s 55th annual summit in ...",positive,0.977644265
"Sri Lanka to offer West Terminal to India, Japan, ECT to stay with state agency",2/2/2021,Logistics,Sri Lanka will invite interested parties to develop a greenfield container terminal in Colombo port while a partially bu...,"Sri Lanka to offer West Terminal to India, Japan, ECT to stay with state agency Sri Lanka will invite interested parties to develop a greenfield container terminal in Colombo port while a partially bu...",negative,-0.924935877
Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted firmer at around 192.50/195.00 levels,2/2/2021,Bonds & Forex,"  Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted firmer at around 192.50/195.00 levels in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields ...","Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted firmer at around 192.50/195.00 levels   Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted firmer at around 192.50/195.00 levels in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields ...",negative,-0.976590335
"Sri Lanka prints 505 billion rupees in 2020, bank borrowings top 11-pct of GDP",2/2/2021,Economy,Borrowings from Sri Lanka's banking system after a tax cut at the beginning of the year and a Coronavirus pandemic had r...,"Sri Lanka prints 505 billion rupees in 2020, bank borrowings top 11-pct of GDP Borrowings from Sri Lanka's banking system after a tax cut at the beginning of the year and a Coronavirus pandemic had r...",negative,-0.966958761
Indrajith Coomaraswamy appointed director of Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata,2/2/2021,Markets,"Indrajit Coomaraswamy, a former Sri Lanka central bank governor and economic affairs director at the Commonwealth Secret...","Indrajith Coomaraswamy appointed director of Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata Indrajit Coomaraswamy, a former Sri Lanka central bank governor and economic affairs director at the Commonwealth Secret...",positive,0.991043091
"""Sugar fraud"" may cost Sri Lanka Rs 11 billion in tax revenue: SJB",2/1/2021,Politics,"A controversial ""sugar fraud"" carried out by well-connected importers may cost Sri Lanka Rs 11 billion in tax revenue, t...","""Sugar fraud"" may cost Sri Lanka Rs 11 billion in tax revenue: SJB A controversial ""sugar fraud"" carried out by well-connected importers may cost Sri Lanka Rs 11 billion in tax revenue, t...",negative,-0.998771846
Sri Lanka rupee weaker closes at 193.50/194.25 to dollar,2/1/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 193.50/194.25 levels in the spot market on Monday, while bond yield were flat, dealer...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker closes at 193.50/194.25 to dollar Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 193.50/194.25 levels in the spot market on Monday, while bond yield were flat, dealer...",negative,-0.998222888
Sri Lanka stocks down 1.1-pct amid record Rs23bn turnover,2/1/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks fell 1.17 percent on Monday with with buyers trimming credit funded positions and taking profits, w...","Sri Lanka stocks down 1.1-pct amid record Rs23bn turnover Sri Lanka’s stocks fell 1.17 percent on Monday with with buyers trimming credit funded positions and taking profits, w...",negative,-0.999430835
India bluntly asks Sri Lanka to honour deal on East Container Terminal,2/1/2021,International Relations,"“The commitment of Government of Sri Lanka in this regard has been conveyed several times in the recent past, includin...","India bluntly asks Sri Lanka to honour deal on East Container Terminal “The commitment of Government of Sri Lanka in this regard has been conveyed several times in the recent past, includin...",negative,-0.971485794
Random antigen tests in Colombo as daily COVID-19 cases rise,2/1/2021,Health,"With daily COVID-19 cases exceeding 800 over the past four days, health authorities have decided to conduct random rapid...","Random antigen tests in Colombo as daily COVID-19 cases rise With daily COVID-19 cases exceeding 800 over the past four days, health authorities have decided to conduct random rapid...",negative,-0.987717092
Port Unions call off strike on Mahinda’s assurances that ECT will not be given to foreigners,2/1/2021,Shipping,The coalition of Trades Unions protesting against the handing over of the East Container Terminal to a foreign company h...,Port Unions call off strike on Mahinda’s assurances that ECT will not be given to foreigners The coalition of Trades Unions protesting against the handing over of the East Container Terminal to a foreign company h...,negative,-0.902145386
Sri Lanka has rehabilitated 594 child soldiers since end of war: Mohan Peiris,2/1/2021,Political News,"Since the end of the separatist war in 2009, Sri Lanka has rehabilitated 594 former child soldiers recruited by the Libe...","Sri Lanka has rehabilitated 594 child soldiers since end of war: Mohan Peiris Since the end of the separatist war in 2009, Sri Lanka has rehabilitated 594 former child soldiers recruited by the Libe...",positive,0.647585332
Judiciary will face a crisis if PCoI recommendations are implemented – Prof de Zoysa,2/1/2021,Legal,A top political scientist is warning that the Judiciary will face a crisis of confidence if recommendations made by a Pr...,Judiciary will face a crisis if PCoI recommendations are implemented – Prof de Zoysa A top political scientist is warning that the Judiciary will face a crisis of confidence if recommendations made by a Pr...,negative,-0.994341969
"UNP condemns Myanmar coup, urges military to reverse decision to detain civilian leaders",2/1/2021,International Relations,"Sri Lanka's former ruling party the United National Party (UNP) has condemned the coup that took place in Myanmar today,...","UNP condemns Myanmar coup, urges military to reverse decision to detain civilian leaders Sri Lanka's former ruling party the United National Party (UNP) has condemned the coup that took place in Myanmar today,...",negative,-0.982754171
"Myanmar military takes over in apparent coup, detains Aung San Suu Kyi",2/1/2021,International news,"In an apparent coup d'état, Myanmar’s military has handed over power to army chief Min Aung Hlaing, hours after detai...","Myanmar military takes over in apparent coup, detains Aung San Suu Kyi In an apparent coup d'état, Myanmar’s military has handed over power to army chief Min Aung Hlaing, hours after detai...",negative,-0.769289672
Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer at 191/192 levels,2/1/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted stronger at 191/192 levels in the spot market on Monday, while bond yields flat in dull market tr...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer at 191/192 levels Sri Lanka rupee quoted stronger at 191/192 levels in the spot market on Monday, while bond yields flat in dull market tr...",negative,-0.999615908
Stripping the opposition of civic rights a dangerous trend – SJB,2/1/2021,Politics,Eran Wickramaratna says the executive is taking over the judiciary and this is a threat to Asia’s oldest democracy,Stripping the opposition of civic rights a dangerous trend – SJB Eran Wickramaratna says the executive is taking over the judiciary and this is a threat to Asia’s oldest democracy,negative,-0.993097007
Sri Lanka bank credit to state surges in Dec 2020,2/1/2021,Banking,"Sri Lanka's credit to the government from the banking system rose to 187.7 billion rupees in December 2020, up from 99.1...","Sri Lanka bank credit to state surges in Dec 2020 Sri Lanka's credit to the government from the banking system rose to 187.7 billion rupees in December 2020, up from 99.1...",positive,0.939972699
Sri Lanka will not sell or lease East Terminal: PM,1/31/2021,Logistics,Sri Lanka will not sell or lease the East Container Terminal Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa said as trade union opposi...,Sri Lanka will not sell or lease East Terminal: PM Sri Lanka will not sell or lease the East Container Terminal Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa said as trade union opposi...,negative,-0.991542339
"Sri Lanka Vietnam eye preferential trade deal, agri-fisheries links",1/31/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka and Vietnam had agreed to work on a free trade deal and advance co-operation in fisheries and agriculture at a...,"Sri Lanka Vietnam eye preferential trade deal, agri-fisheries links Sri Lanka and Vietnam had agreed to work on a free trade deal and advance co-operation in fisheries and agriculture at a...",negative,-0.890960693
EU asks Sri Lanka to notify import controls to the WTO,1/31/2021,Economy,"The European Union has asked Sri Lanka to notify the World Trade Organization of the import controls imposed in 2020, at...","EU asks Sri Lanka to notify import controls to the WTO The European Union has asked Sri Lanka to notify the World Trade Organization of the import controls imposed in 2020, at...",negative,-0.980388165
Sri Lanka to showcase direct and portfolio investments,1/31/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange, the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and the Board of Investment will host a virtual forum...","Sri Lanka to showcase direct and portfolio investments Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange, the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and the Board of Investment will host a virtual forum...",positive,0.99919647
"SriLankan Airlines saves US$150mn on leases, gets equity",1/31/2021,Aviation,State-run SriLankan airlines has re-negotiated several lease contracts saving the airline 150 million dollars over five ...,"SriLankan Airlines saves US$150mn on leases, gets equity State-run SriLankan airlines has re-negotiated several lease contracts saving the airline 150 million dollars over five ...",negative,-0.990105212
"Sri Lanka Cricket refutes allegations it supports a ""Born Again"" agenda",1/30/2021,Sports,Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) is expressing extreme disappointment at what it calls “baseless allegations” that it is prom...,"Sri Lanka Cricket refutes allegations it supports a ""Born Again"" agenda Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) is expressing extreme disappointment at what it calls “baseless allegations” that it is prom...",negative,-0.998560965
Sri Lanka’s daily Covid 19 infection rate rising steadily,1/30/2021,Health,Leading Community PhysicianDr Nihal Abeysinghe predicts the daily rate will go over a thousand shortly.,Sri Lanka’s daily Covid 19 infection rate rising steadily Leading Community PhysicianDr Nihal Abeysinghe predicts the daily rate will go over a thousand shortly.,negative,-0.976334929
Sri Lanka eyes power storage plant for renewables,1/30/2021,Energy,Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board has been given the go ahead to identify and conduct a feasibility study o...,Sri Lanka eyes power storage plant for renewables Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board has been given the go ahead to identify and conduct a feasibility study o...,positive,0.996204793
"Sri Lanka 12-month inflation down in January 2021, prices up in month",1/30/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's 12-month consumer inflation rose 3.0 percent in January 2021 from a year earlier in the capital Colombo, slo...","Sri Lanka 12-month inflation down in January 2021, prices up in month Sri Lanka's 12-month consumer inflation rose 3.0 percent in January 2021 from a year earlier in the capital Colombo, slo...",negative,-0.963082135
"Sri Lanka vaccinates over 5,200 frontline workers on first day",1/29/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka vaccinated 5,286 frontline workers today, the first day of the country’s immunisation drive against COVID-19...","Sri Lanka vaccinates over 5,200 frontline workers on first day Sri Lanka vaccinated 5,286 frontline workers today, the first day of the country’s immunisation drive against COVID-19...",negative,-0.947833419
"Sri Lanka stocks down 1.6-pct, banks gain",1/29/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.63 percent on Friday, with investors taking profits on several high flyers with some early earni...","Sri Lanka stocks down 1.6-pct, banks gain Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.63 percent on Friday, with investors taking profits on several high flyers with some early earni...",negative,-0.998616338
Sri Lanka's Expolanka Holdings profits soar amid pandemic disruptions,1/29/2021,Aviation,"Profits at Sri Lanka's Expolanka Holdings Plc soared to 4.5 billion rupees in the December 2020 quarter, up from 15 fold...","Sri Lanka's Expolanka Holdings profits soar amid pandemic disruptions Profits at Sri Lanka's Expolanka Holdings Plc soared to 4.5 billion rupees in the December 2020 quarter, up from 15 fold...",negative,-0.959588885
Sri Lanka begins vaccination of frontline workers,1/29/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka started its COVID-19 vaccination today (29), with frontline workers at Colombo Army Hospital and the Infectiou...","Sri Lanka begins vaccination of frontline workers Sri Lanka started its COVID-19 vaccination today (29), with frontline workers at Colombo Army Hospital and the Infectiou...",negative,-0.924985647
"Sri Lanka exporters should convert, rupee worth 185 to dollar: Minister Cabraal",1/29/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee should be around 185 to the US dollar State Minister for Money and Capital Markets Nivard Cabraal has ...,"Sri Lanka exporters should convert, rupee worth 185 to dollar: Minister Cabraal Sri Lanka's rupee should be around 185 to the US dollar State Minister for Money and Capital Markets Nivard Cabraal has ...",negative,-0.992043972
Sri Lanka IOC unit profits up 40-percent to in Dec quarter,1/29/2021,Energy,"Profits at Lanka IOC, a publicly traded unit of Indian Oil Corporation rose 40.2 percent to 686.9 million rupees in the ...","Sri Lanka IOC unit profits up 40-percent to in Dec quarter Profits at Lanka IOC, a publicly traded unit of Indian Oil Corporation rose 40.2 percent to 686.9 million rupees in the ...",negative,-0.830020607
Sri Lanka stock trading halted over glitch at broker systems,1/29/2021,Markets,Trading at Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange was halted shortly after noon over a technical fault at the back office sy...,Sri Lanka stock trading halted over glitch at broker systems Trading at Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange was halted shortly after noon over a technical fault at the back office sy...,negative,-0.999668837
Sri Lanka's rupee firmer at 190.50/191.50 to greenback,1/29/2021,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer around 190.50/191.50 levels in the spot market on Friday from previous day's 192/193 leve...,Sri Lanka's rupee firmer at 190.50/191.50 to greenback  Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer around 190.50/191.50 levels in the spot market on Friday from previous day's 192/193 leve...,negative,-0.992435277
Novavax says its new Covid-19 vaccine is 49-pct effective against South Africa variant,1/29/2021,Health,"A Coronavirus vaccine by Maryland, USA based Novavax Inc, was shown to be 89.3 percent effective against a new UK varian...","Novavax says its new Covid-19 vaccine is 49-pct effective against South Africa variant A Coronavirus vaccine by Maryland, USA based Novavax Inc, was shown to be 89.3 percent effective against a new UK varian...",negative,-0.95665431
"Biden policy on Sri Lanka, India driven by US hardline on China: Sally",1/29/2021,Economy,"A US hard line against Xi Jinping's China will continue under President Joe Biden, involving a 'partial de-coupling' dri...","Biden policy on Sri Lanka, India driven by US hardline on China: Sally A US hard line against Xi Jinping's China will continue under President Joe Biden, involving a 'partial de-coupling' dri...",negative,-0.956387997
Sri Lanka to issue new orders under foreign exchange law,1/29/2021,Banking,"Sri Lanka will change several orders and regulations issued under the country's exchange control law, involving capital ...","Sri Lanka to issue new orders under foreign exchange law Sri Lanka will change several orders and regulations issued under the country's exchange control law, involving capital ...",negative,-0.966607094
Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings net down 59-pct in Dec,1/29/2021,Markets,Profits at Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings fell 59 percent to 992 million rupees in the December 2020 quarter from a ye...,Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings net down 59-pct in Dec Profits at Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings fell 59 percent to 992 million rupees in the December 2020 quarter from a ye...,negative,-0.999098182
"Sri Lanka sells Rs55bn 2024, 2027 bonds after offering Rs75bn",1/28/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has sold 55.3 billion rupees of bonds in an auction after offering 25 billion rupees, data from the state debt...","Sri Lanka sells Rs55bn 2024, 2027 bonds after offering Rs75bn Sri Lanka has sold 55.3 billion rupees of bonds in an auction after offering 25 billion rupees, data from the state debt...",negative,-0.973796487
UN urges social protection for vulnerable women for post-Covid recovery,1/28/2021,Human Rights,Sri Lanka’s high number of women-headed households are especially hit hard by Covid 19 particularly because women are ...,UN urges social protection for vulnerable women for post-Covid recovery Sri Lanka’s high number of women-headed households are especially hit hard by Covid 19 particularly because women are ...,negative,-0.998724759
"Vietnam city in Covid-19 lockdown, airport shut after Coronavirus surge, stocks plunge",1/28/2021,Health,"Vietnam locked down a city and closed a regional airport and ordered nation-wide caution, after 82 Coronavirus cases wer...","Vietnam city in Covid-19 lockdown, airport shut after Coronavirus surge, stocks plunge Vietnam locked down a city and closed a regional airport and ordered nation-wide caution, after 82 Coronavirus cases wer...",negative,-0.99781549
Sri Lanka overtakes Singapore in Coronavirus,1/28/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka has overtaken Singapore with total confirmed Coronavirus cases reaching 60,694 compared to 59,825 with steady ...","Sri Lanka overtakes Singapore in Coronavirus Sri Lanka has overtaken Singapore with total confirmed Coronavirus cases reaching 60,694 compared to 59,825 with steady ...",positive,0.627015591
Covishield arrives in Sri Lanka; to be delivered to six main hospitals today,1/28/2021,Health,"An Air India flight carrying half a million vials of India’s Covishield vaccine arrived in Colombo this morning, accor...","Covishield arrives in Sri Lanka; to be delivered to six main hospitals today An Air India flight carrying half a million vials of India’s Covishield vaccine arrived in Colombo this morning, accor...",negative,-0.949446559
Major impact on education by Covid on South Asian kids,1/28/2021,Education,Neighbours India and Pakistan are experiencing the impact Covid 19 has had on their education systems very differently.,Major impact on education by Covid on South Asian kids Neighbours India and Pakistan are experiencing the impact Covid 19 has had on their education systems very differently.,positive,0.990753531
Sri Lanka tenth best country in handling Covid pandemic,1/28/2021,Sri Lanka COVID 19,Sri Lanka is number ten in the list of countries that handled the Covid 19 pandemic most effectively with New Zealand co...,Sri Lanka tenth best country in handling Covid pandemic Sri Lanka is number ten in the list of countries that handled the Covid 19 pandemic most effectively with New Zealand co...,positive,0.996874094
US Federal Reserve to print $120bn a month to increase inflation above 2.0-pct,1/28/2021,Economy,"The US Federal Reserve has announced a 120 billion dollar a month money printing program to inject liquidity, keep rates...","US Federal Reserve to print $120bn a month to increase inflation above 2.0-pct The US Federal Reserve has announced a 120 billion dollar a month money printing program to inject liquidity, keep rates...",negative,-0.990431011
"Sri Lanka, LTTE should be prosecuted for crimes against humanity, officials sanctioned: UN rights ch...",1/28/2021,Legal,The United Nations Commissioner of Human Rights has called for Sri Lanka and the Tamil Tigers to be investigated and pro...,"Sri Lanka, LTTE should be prosecuted for crimes against humanity, officials sanctioned: UN rights ch... The United Nations Commissioner of Human Rights has called for Sri Lanka and the Tamil Tigers to be investigated and pro...",negative,-0.980907142
Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer near 192.25/193.00 to the dollar,1/27/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed around 192/193.00 in the spot-next market on Wednesday firmer from yesterday’s 195.50/196.50 le...,Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer near 192.25/193.00 to the dollar Sri Lanka rupee closed around 192/193.00 in the spot-next market on Wednesday firmer from yesterday’s 195.50/196.50 le...,negative,-0.996880531
Electoral lists will be updated by Grama Niladaris for Covid vaccinations,1/27/2021,Sri Lanka Covid vaccine,Sri Lanka will use the National Election Commission electoral registry to select people for vaccination but if people ac...,Electoral lists will be updated by Grama Niladaris for Covid vaccinations Sri Lanka will use the National Election Commission electoral registry to select people for vaccination but if people ac...,negative,-0.997811139
Sri Lanka to purchase 3 million Covishield jabs; plans to vaccinate 50-60% this year,1/27/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka plans to purchase three million doses of India’s Covishield vaccine and use a combination of Indian, Russian...","Sri Lanka to purchase 3 million Covishield jabs; plans to vaccinate 50-60% this year Sri Lanka plans to purchase three million doses of India’s Covishield vaccine and use a combination of Indian, Russian...",negative,-0.990543425
"Sri Lanka stocks in new high, LOLC Holdings becomes most valuable firm",1/27/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stock rose 1.69 percent on Wednesday, with LOLC Holdings rising 104.00 rupees to become the most valuable co...","Sri Lanka stocks in new high, LOLC Holdings becomes most valuable firm Sri Lanka's stock rose 1.69 percent on Wednesday, with LOLC Holdings rising 104.00 rupees to become the most valuable co...",positive,0.999459326
Former captain wants cricket in Sri Lanka overhauled,1/27/2021,Sports,Arjuna Ranatunga is calling for a complete overhaul of Sri Lankan Cricket after the side lost its fourth test match on t...,Former captain wants cricket in Sri Lanka overhauled Arjuna Ranatunga is calling for a complete overhaul of Sri Lankan Cricket after the side lost its fourth test match on t...,negative,-0.521160007
"Fitch explains Sri Lanka bank ratings impact after scale recaliberation, sovereign downgrade",1/27/2021,Bonds & Forex,Fitch Ratings has released a Q & A explaining the recent rating changes in Sri Lanka companies and banks after the sover...,"Fitch explains Sri Lanka bank ratings impact after scale recaliberation, sovereign downgrade Fitch Ratings has released a Q & A explaining the recent rating changes in Sri Lanka companies and banks after the sover...",negative,-0.969610095
Political victimization commission releasing criminals – Vijitha Herath,1/27/2021,Corruption,National Peoples’ Power (NPP) is accusing the Presidential Commission of Inquiry into political victimization (PCOI) o...,Political victimization commission releasing criminals – Vijitha Herath National Peoples’ Power (NPP) is accusing the Presidential Commission of Inquiry into political victimization (PCOI) o...,negative,-0.997592211
Half a million vials of Oxford-AstraZeneca (Covishield) vaccine in Sri Lanka tomorrow,1/27/2021,Health,Half a million vials of the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine manufactured by the Serum Institute of India and donated...,Half a million vials of Oxford-AstraZeneca (Covishield) vaccine in Sri Lanka tomorrow Half a million vials of the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine manufactured by the Serum Institute of India and donated...,negative,-0.987276614
Sri Lanka faces the possibility of tough sanctions from UN,1/27/2021,Human Rights,Member countries of the United Nations Human Rights Council need to be convinced that the government’s actions will ta...,Sri Lanka faces the possibility of tough sanctions from UN Member countries of the United Nations Human Rights Council need to be convinced that the government’s actions will ta...,negative,-0.961295962
And then she got Covid,1/27/2021,Health,"The government's ""governance by distraction"" strategy takes a hit as prominent leaders who took the ""Dhammika Paniya"" to...","And then she got Covid The government's ""governance by distraction"" strategy takes a hit as prominent leaders who took the ""Dhammika Paniya"" to...",positive,0.943155706
"Sri Lanka rupee firmer against greenback, gilt yields up",1/27/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted around 194.50/195.00 in the spot market in mid morning trade Wednesday firmer from yesterday'...,"Sri Lanka rupee firmer against greenback, gilt yields up Sri Lanka rupee was quoted around 194.50/195.00 in the spot market in mid morning trade Wednesday firmer from yesterday'...",negative,-0.97469306
Sri Lanka to invite investors for BOT port warehouse complex,1/27/2021,Construction and Real Estate,Sri Lanka's Minister of Ports and Shipping was given the go ahead to call investors to build a warehouse in the capital ...,Sri Lanka to invite investors for BOT port warehouse complex Sri Lanka's Minister of Ports and Shipping was given the go ahead to call investors to build a warehouse in the capital ...,negative,-0.944539905
Sri Lanka cabinet mandates Rs1000 plantation wages through control board,1/27/2021,Agriculture,"Wages for workers in Sri Lanka's commercial tea and rubber plantation companies will go to a state wage control board, t...","Sri Lanka cabinet mandates Rs1000 plantation wages through control board Wages for workers in Sri Lanka's commercial tea and rubber plantation companies will go to a state wage control board, t...",negative,-0.996759951
Sri Lanka to invite investors for elevated BOT highway in Colombo,1/27/2021,Business,Sri Lanka's will call investors for a fully foreign funded elevated highway in the capital Colombo to be built as a Buil...,Sri Lanka to invite investors for elevated BOT highway in Colombo Sri Lanka's will call investors for a fully foreign funded elevated highway in the capital Colombo to be built as a Buil...,negative,-0.992610872
Sri Lanka's First Capital Rs2bn debenture issue in Feb,1/26/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Listed investment bank First Capital Holdings Plc, a member of the Janashakthi Group, said it will raise one billion rup...","Sri Lanka's First Capital Rs2bn debenture issue in Feb Listed investment bank First Capital Holdings Plc, a member of the Janashakthi Group, said it will raise one billion rup...",positive,0.882901132
Sri Lanka stocks fall 0.3-pct on profit taking,1/26/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.33 percent ending a dizzy three-week rally as investors took profits, brokers said.","Sri Lanka stocks fall 0.3-pct on profit taking Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.33 percent ending a dizzy three-week rally as investors took profits, brokers said.",negative,-0.998425722
"Sri Lanka SEC cautions investors on 'stock tips' via social media, SMS",1/26/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission has cautioned investors about stocks tips being dispensed through youtube...,"Sri Lanka SEC cautions investors on 'stock tips' via social media, SMS Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission has cautioned investors about stocks tips being dispensed through youtube...",negative,-0.98928237
"Fitch changes ratings of 9 Sri Lanka banks, finance companies after sovereign downgrade",1/26/2021,Banking,Fitch Ratings said it was revising the the local ratings of nine Sri Lanka banks and finance companies following a ratin...,"Fitch changes ratings of 9 Sri Lanka banks, finance companies after sovereign downgrade Fitch Ratings said it was revising the the local ratings of nine Sri Lanka banks and finance companies following a ratin...",negative,-0.994705617
Sri Lanka to draft new Fossil Fuel Resource Development Act,1/26/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka will draft a new Fossil Fuel Resource Development Act to create a new legal framework for local fossil fuel an...,Sri Lanka to draft new Fossil Fuel Resource Development Act Sri Lanka will draft a new Fossil Fuel Resource Development Act to create a new legal framework for local fossil fuel an...,positive,0.951222241
Sri Lanka to get free Covid vaccines from India and China,1/26/2021,International Relations,"The 500,000 doses of the Indian version of the Oxford AstraZeneca vaccine for the Covid 19 virus which New Delhi is dona...","Sri Lanka to get free Covid vaccines from India and China The 500,000 doses of the Indian version of the Oxford AstraZeneca vaccine for the Covid 19 virus which New Delhi is dona...",negative,-0.987486064
Sri Lanka cabinet approves LKR 30 billion industrial city in Katunayake,1/26/2021,Trade,Sri Lanka’s cabinet of ministers has approved a proposal to establish an industrial city in Katunayake expected to gen...,Sri Lanka cabinet approves LKR 30 billion industrial city in Katunayake Sri Lanka’s cabinet of ministers has approved a proposal to establish an industrial city in Katunayake expected to gen...,positive,0.978509903
COPE instructs Foreign Employment Bureau to fund repatriation of migrant workers,1/26/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka’s Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) has instructed the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) t...,COPE instructs Foreign Employment Bureau to fund repatriation of migrant workers Sri Lanka’s Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) has instructed the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) t...,positive,0.755872726
"Sri Lanka facing 2021 with reckless MMT, stimulus mania: Bellwether",1/26/2021,Bellwether,"Sri Lanka is heading for one of the biggest economic challenges in its history in 2021, with the central bank printing m...","Sri Lanka facing 2021 with reckless MMT, stimulus mania: Bellwether Sri Lanka is heading for one of the biggest economic challenges in its history in 2021, with the central bank printing m...",negative,-0.950524211
UN experts urge end to forced cremations of Covid dead,1/26/2021,Human Rights,"Three UN experts said they deplore the implementation of such public health decisions based on discrimination, aggressiv...","UN experts urge end to forced cremations of Covid dead Three UN experts said they deplore the implementation of such public health decisions based on discrimination, aggressiv...",negative,-0.994522333
Human Rights Watch calls new Commission of inquiry “disingenuous”,1/25/2021,Democracy,"“Foreign governments should not be swayed by this disingenuous attempt to avert urgently needed international action,â...","Human Rights Watch calls new Commission of inquiry “disingenuous” “Foreign governments should not be swayed by this disingenuous attempt to avert urgently needed international action,â...",negative,-0.943530381
Sri Lanka closes forward forex market,1/25/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has barred commercial banks from selling or buying foreign exchange for three months as the currency came unde...,Sri Lanka closes forward forex market Sri Lanka has barred commercial banks from selling or buying foreign exchange for three months as the currency came unde...,negative,-0.996348202
Sri Lanka rupee closes around 196/199 to dollar in spot next,1/25/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed around 196.00/199.00 to the US dollar in the spot next markets Monday after moving in intra-d...,Sri Lanka rupee closes around 196/199 to dollar in spot next Sri Lanka’s rupee closed around 196.00/199.00 to the US dollar in the spot next markets Monday after moving in intra-d...,negative,-0.991227746
Sri Lanka JB Vantage Money Market Fund rate [SL]A+mfs by ICRA,1/25/2021,Bonds & Forex,ICRA Lanka has rated JB Vantage Money Market Fund a credit risk rating [SL]A+mfs with stable outlook saying the debt fun...,Sri Lanka JB Vantage Money Market Fund rate [SL]A+mfs by ICRA ICRA Lanka has rated JB Vantage Money Market Fund a credit risk rating [SL]A+mfs with stable outlook saying the debt fun...,positive,0.998147845
Sri Lanka stocks end 2.73-pct higher,1/25/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 2.73 percent higher on Monday pushed by index heavy John Keells Holdings, LOLC Holdings and Expo...","Sri Lanka stocks end 2.73-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 2.73 percent higher on Monday pushed by index heavy John Keells Holdings, LOLC Holdings and Expo...",negative,-0.992261589
Reforming Sri Lanka's legal system national duty of all stakeholders: Justice Minister,1/25/2021,Law and Order,It is the national duty of all stakeholders in Sri Lanka’s legal system to reform the system by updating it effectivel...,Reforming Sri Lanka's legal system national duty of all stakeholders: Justice Minister It is the national duty of all stakeholders in Sri Lanka’s legal system to reform the system by updating it effectivel...,positive,0.999007881
"Weekend spike in COVID-19 cases expected due to public movement in December, Jan: Dr Herath",1/25/2021,Health,Sri Lanka’s health officials attribute a recent “expected” spike in COVID-19 cases to increased public movement in...,"Weekend spike in COVID-19 cases expected due to public movement in December, Jan: Dr Herath Sri Lanka’s health officials attribute a recent “expected” spike in COVID-19 cases to increased public movement in...",negative,-0.878119409
Red Cross welcomes advent of nuclear weapon ban,1/25/2021,Human Rights,The first instrument of International Humanitarian Law to explicitly prohibit the use and testing of nuclear weapons com...,Red Cross welcomes advent of nuclear weapon ban The first instrument of International Humanitarian Law to explicitly prohibit the use and testing of nuclear weapons com...,positive,0.98929286
Sixth Sri Lanka parliamentarian tests positive for COVID-19,1/25/2021,Health,Kandy district Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Wasantha Yapa Bandara was found to be positive for COVID-19 last ni...,Sixth Sri Lanka parliamentarian tests positive for COVID-19 Kandy district Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Wasantha Yapa Bandara was found to be positive for COVID-19 last ni...,negative,-0.97906059
Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer in spot next,1/25/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted firmer around 196.50/198 to the US dollar in spot next market on Monday while bond yields rem...,Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer in spot next Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted firmer around 196.50/198 to the US dollar in spot next market on Monday while bond yields rem...,negative,-0.988621652
"Sri Lanka, India and Japan firms to invest in East Terminal: President",1/25/2021,Logistics,"Several companies from India, Sri Lanka and Japan will invest in the East Container Terminal of Colombo Port President G...","Sri Lanka, India and Japan firms to invest in East Terminal: President Several companies from India, Sri Lanka and Japan will invest in the East Container Terminal of Colombo Port President G...",positive,0.980313838
Bulk carrier MV Eurosun refloated in high tide: Sri Lanka Navy,1/25/2021,Logistics,"MV Eurosun, a Liberian flagged vessel, which ran aground in shallows 5.5 nautical miles (10 kilometres) off Sri Lanka's ...","Bulk carrier MV Eurosun refloated in high tide: Sri Lanka Navy MV Eurosun, a Liberian flagged vessel, which ran aground in shallows 5.5 nautical miles (10 kilometres) off Sri Lanka's ...",negative,-0.997945487
Sri Lanka excess liquidity down in Rs100bn correction,1/25/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Excess liquidity in Sri Lanka's money markets, which was driven up to around 20 percent of reserve money under modern mo...","Sri Lanka excess liquidity down in Rs100bn correction Excess liquidity in Sri Lanka's money markets, which was driven up to around 20 percent of reserve money under modern mo...",negative,-0.995745957
Sri Lanka Ports Authority starts electronic payments to clear imports,1/24/2021,Logistics,State-run Sri Lanka Ports Authority said payments for imports could now be made electronically through the internet.,Sri Lanka Ports Authority starts electronic payments to clear imports State-run Sri Lanka Ports Authority said payments for imports could now be made electronically through the internet.,negative,-0.993124425
Sri Lanka to vaccinate frontline staff against Covid-19 from Jan 28: President,1/24/2021,Health,The first batch of Coronavirus vaccines provided free by the government of India will reach the island on January 27 and...,Sri Lanka to vaccinate frontline staff against Covid-19 from Jan 28: President The first batch of Coronavirus vaccines provided free by the government of India will reach the island on January 27 and...,negative,-0.964771926
Sri Lanka Nieslen retail store audit continued by PepperCube,1/24/2021,Business,Colombo-based PepperCube Consultants said it will conduct a nation-wide retail store audit (RSA) from March 2021 having ...,Sri Lanka Nieslen retail store audit continued by PepperCube Colombo-based PepperCube Consultants said it will conduct a nation-wide retail store audit (RSA) from March 2021 having ...,negative,-0.971892118
Australia edtech start-up Vygo to set up Sri Lanka engineering unit,1/24/2021,ICT,"Vygo, an Australia based education technology company said it will set up an engineering office in Sri Lanka which may s...","Australia edtech start-up Vygo to set up Sri Lanka engineering unit Vygo, an Australia based education technology company said it will set up an engineering office in Sri Lanka which may s...",positive,0.552059472
Aground bulk carrier MV Eurosun's hull not breached: Sri Lanka Navy,1/24/2021,Logistics,"Sri Lanka Navy said it had not found a breach in the hull of MV Eurosun, a Liberian flagged 33,000 dead weight tonne bul...","Aground bulk carrier MV Eurosun's hull not breached: Sri Lanka Navy Sri Lanka Navy said it had not found a breach in the hull of MV Eurosun, a Liberian flagged 33,000 dead weight tonne bul...",negative,-0.979429722
Sri Lanka's Bairaha Farms boosted by JV profits in Dec 2020,1/24/2021,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's Bairaha Farms Plc, a poultry group has reported profits of 120 million rupees in the December 2020 quarter, ...","Sri Lanka's Bairaha Farms boosted by JV profits in Dec 2020 Sri Lanka's Bairaha Farms Plc, a poultry group has reported profits of 120 million rupees in the December 2020 quarter, ...",positive,0.940379262
Sri Lanka health minister sent to Covid-19 beach resort,1/23/2021,Health,Sri Lanka’s health minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi was isolated Saturday at a beach hotel after she tested positive fo...,Sri Lanka health minister sent to Covid-19 beach resort Sri Lanka’s health minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi was isolated Saturday at a beach hotel after she tested positive fo...,negative,-0.99571687
Bulk carrier MV Eurosun runs aground off Sri Lanka coast,1/23/2021,Logistics,"MV Eurosun, a Liberian registered 33,000 dead weight tonne bulk carrier has run aground off Sri Lanka's southern coast w...","Bulk carrier MV Eurosun runs aground off Sri Lanka coast MV Eurosun, a Liberian registered 33,000 dead weight tonne bulk carrier has run aground off Sri Lanka's southern coast w...",negative,-0.999577582
Sri Lanka's Global Rubber Industries adds agricultural tyre capacity,1/23/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka's Global Rubber Industries said it is adding an agricultural tyre palnt that will take its capacity to 750,000...","Sri Lanka's Global Rubber Industries adds agricultural tyre capacity Sri Lanka's Global Rubber Industries said it is adding an agricultural tyre palnt that will take its capacity to 750,000...",positive,0.997132301
"Sri Lanka Insurance, NITF local ratings cut two levels after sovereign downgrade",1/23/2021,Finance,Fitch Ratings has lowered the local Insurer Financial Strength (IFS) ratings of state-run Sri Lanka Insurance to 'AA(lka...,"Sri Lanka Insurance, NITF local ratings cut two levels after sovereign downgrade Fitch Ratings has lowered the local Insurer Financial Strength (IFS) ratings of state-run Sri Lanka Insurance to 'AA(lka...",negative,-0.995811343
"Sri Lanka health minister tests positive, shatters Covid cure claims",1/23/2021,Health,Health Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi who placed her faith in the occult to protect herself and Sri Lanka from the pand...,"Sri Lanka health minister tests positive, shatters Covid cure claims Health Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi who placed her faith in the occult to protect herself and Sri Lanka from the pand...",negative,-0.88780272
"Sri Lanka stock market overtakes Vietnam, trails Venezuela",1/23/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks have risen 24.9 percent in 2021, leaving investors 739 billion rupees richer in the first 22 days of th...","Sri Lanka stock market overtakes Vietnam, trails Venezuela Sri Lanka stocks have risen 24.9 percent in 2021, leaving investors 739 billion rupees richer in the first 22 days of th...",positive,0.993213415
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 197.00/200.00 to greenback in spot next,1/23/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker around 197/200 to the US dollar in spot next market Friday while bond yields rose slig...,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 197.00/200.00 to greenback in spot next Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker around 197/200 to the US dollar in spot next market Friday while bond yields rose slig...,negative,-0.999072671
"Sri Lanka stocks hit new high, investors Rs318bn richer over week",1/22/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed up 4.09 percent on breaking another record with renewed interest in banks, finance companies and...","Sri Lanka stocks hit new high, investors Rs318bn richer over week Sri Lanka stocks closed up 4.09 percent on breaking another record with renewed interest in banks, finance companies and...",positive,0.996649683
"Sri Lanka, Vietnam ICT sectors explore co-operation",1/22/2021,Business,"Information and communications industries of Sri Lanka and Vietnam had a virtual meeting to discuss future co-operation,...","Sri Lanka, Vietnam ICT sectors explore co-operation Information and communications industries of Sri Lanka and Vietnam had a virtual meeting to discuss future co-operation,...",positive,0.989705145
Sri Lanka has failed to contain COVID-19 within Western Province: GMOA,1/22/2021,Health,Sri Lanka has failed to contain COVID-19 within the Western Province and the virus has now spread to the rest of the cou...,Sri Lanka has failed to contain COVID-19 within Western Province: GMOA Sri Lanka has failed to contain COVID-19 within the Western Province and the virus has now spread to the rest of the cou...,negative,-0.999766171
Two fasting farmers in Hambantota hospitalised; protest campaign continues,1/22/2021,Environment,Two out of three farmers engaged in a fast-unto-death in Hambantota were admitted to hospital today (22) due to low bloo...,Two fasting farmers in Hambantota hospitalised; protest campaign continues Two out of three farmers engaged in a fast-unto-death in Hambantota were admitted to hospital today (22) due to low bloo...,negative,-0.99578613
Sri Lanka's People's Insurance to provide Covid-19 cover for tourists,1/22/2021,Finance,Sri Lanka's People's Insurance will provide a 12 dollar Covid-19 insurance policy for tourists visiting the island under...,Sri Lanka's People's Insurance to provide Covid-19 cover for tourists Sri Lanka's People's Insurance will provide a 12 dollar Covid-19 insurance policy for tourists visiting the island under...,negative,-0.931222439
Regulator approves Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine for emergency use in Sri Lanka,1/22/2021,Health,The National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA) has authorised the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine for emergency use in Sr...,Regulator approves Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine for emergency use in Sri Lanka The National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA) has authorised the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine for emergency use in Sr...,negative,-0.717832446
Sri Lanka may be on the brink of community transmission: PHI Union,1/22/2021,Health,"Though it’s difficult to say conclusively at present, Sri Lanka may be on the brink of community transmission of COVID...","Sri Lanka may be on the brink of community transmission: PHI Union Though it’s difficult to say conclusively at present, Sri Lanka may be on the brink of community transmission of COVID...",negative,-0.993449986
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields slightly up",1/22/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker around 197.50/199.50 to the US dollar in the spot next market on Friday while bond...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields slightly up Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker around 197.50/199.50 to the US dollar in the spot next market on Friday while bond...",negative,-0.993088424
"Sri Lanka warned over phishing fraud through online loan, deposit scams",1/22/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank has warned that online scams offering to lend money at low rates or give high interest are taki...,"Sri Lanka warned over phishing fraud through online loan, deposit scams Sri Lanka's central bank has warned that online scams offering to lend money at low rates or give high interest are taki...",negative,-0.996740758
Karu calls for action on rapidly escalating human-elephant conflict,1/22/2021,Animal Rights,The National Movement for Social Justice (NMSJ) is calling on the government to immediately act on mitigating the human-...,Karu calls for action on rapidly escalating human-elephant conflict The National Movement for Social Justice (NMSJ) is calling on the government to immediately act on mitigating the human-...,negative,-0.87590456
"Sri Lanka gets demarche, India says shocked over fishermen deaths",1/22/2021,Political News,India has said it was shocked at the death of three Indian fishermen and a Sri Lanka national after a collision with a S...,"Sri Lanka gets demarche, India says shocked over fishermen deaths India has said it was shocked at the death of three Indian fishermen and a Sri Lanka national after a collision with a S...",negative,-0.976294935
"Sri Lanka airport re-opening draws JetStar, Bangladesh, Pakistan carriers",1/21/2021,Aviation,Sri Lanka is seeing interest from new airlines from South Asia as regular pre-Coronavirus carriers resumed scheduled fli...,"Sri Lanka airport re-opening draws JetStar, Bangladesh, Pakistan carriers Sri Lanka is seeing interest from new airlines from South Asia as regular pre-Coronavirus carriers resumed scheduled fli...",positive,0.940845668
Cardinal laments that Sri Lanka is working to turn lies into truth,1/21/2021,Environment,"At a sermon at the Katuwapitiya church, scene of the most horrific attack on Easter Sunday, the head pf the Colombo chur...","Cardinal laments that Sri Lanka is working to turn lies into truth At a sermon at the Katuwapitiya church, scene of the most horrific attack on Easter Sunday, the head pf the Colombo chur...",negative,-0.993227303
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields steady",1/21/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker around 197.00/198.00 to the US dollar in the spot next market on Thursday while bond y...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker around 197.00/198.00 to the US dollar in the spot next market on Thursday while bond y...",negative,-0.96595484
Sri Lanka stocks hit new all time high after Hayleys group share splits,1/21/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed up 3.13 percent on January 21, reaching an all-time high, of 8,131.25 points as Hayleys group un...","Sri Lanka stocks hit new all time high after Hayleys group share splits Sri Lanka stocks closed up 3.13 percent on January 21, reaching an all-time high, of 8,131.25 points as Hayleys group un...",positive,0.862865031
"Sri Lanka expects tourists from Germany, Dubai as airports re-open",1/21/2021,Aviation,Sri Lanka is expecting the first tourists from Germany and Dubai after Colombo and Mattala airports re-opened for touris...,"Sri Lanka expects tourists from Germany, Dubai as airports re-open Sri Lanka is expecting the first tourists from Germany and Dubai after Colombo and Mattala airports re-opened for touris...",negative,-0.984587908
Fonseka says giving military training to all is too costly,1/21/2021,Human Rights,Former Army Commander Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka is saying that giving military training for everyone above the age of...,Fonseka says giving military training to all is too costly Former Army Commander Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka is saying that giving military training for everyone above the age of...,negative,-0.999396205
"Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted around 197.50/198.50 in one-month forwards, gilt yields steady",1/21/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted around 197.50/198.50 to the US dollar in one-month forwards market on Thursday while bond...,"Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted around 197.50/198.50 in one-month forwards, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted around 197.50/198.50 to the US dollar in one-month forwards market on Thursday while bond...",positive,0.985430956
Sri Lanka yet to register Indian made Covid 19 vaccine,1/21/2021,Health,India began shipping free vaccines six to neighbouring countries yesterday and is awaiting approval from Colombo to send...,Sri Lanka yet to register Indian made Covid 19 vaccine India began shipping free vaccines six to neighbouring countries yesterday and is awaiting approval from Colombo to send...,negative,-0.994473994
Sri Lanka excess liquidity drops ahead of dollar bond repayment,1/21/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's excess liquidity in money markets, generated mostly from unprecedented money printing triggering forex short...","Sri Lanka excess liquidity drops ahead of dollar bond repayment Sri Lanka's excess liquidity in money markets, generated mostly from unprecedented money printing triggering forex short...",negative,-0.998585582
Sri Lanka sells 40bn rupees of bills at auction,1/21/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has sold 40 billion rupees of bills at an auction on January 20, with a slight fall in the 12-month yield data...","Sri Lanka sells 40bn rupees of bills at auction Sri Lanka has sold 40 billion rupees of bills at an auction on January 20, with a slight fall in the 12-month yield data...",negative,-0.99858427
Doctor allegedly assaulted by Shaman Dhammika Bandara of Covid potion fame,1/20/2021,Crime,Police say a complaint by a doctor from the Peradeniya hospital that he was assaulted by Dhammika Bandara and his associ...,Doctor allegedly assaulted by Shaman Dhammika Bandara of Covid potion fame Police say a complaint by a doctor from the Peradeniya hospital that he was assaulted by Dhammika Bandara and his associ...,negative,-0.993515134
"Sri Lanka rupee ends 196/198 in spot-next, gilts ease",1/20/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee close weaker wide around 196.00/198.00 to the US dollar in the spot next market on Wednesday while b...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends 196/198 in spot-next, gilts ease Sri Lanka’s rupee close weaker wide around 196.00/198.00 to the US dollar in the spot next market on Wednesday while b...",negative,-0.956160367
Sri Lanka stocks close up 0.9-pct driven by banks,1/20/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stock market closed 0.97 per cent higher Wednesday, recovering ground from a correction a day earlier as inves...","Sri Lanka stocks close up 0.9-pct driven by banks Sri Lanka stock market closed 0.97 per cent higher Wednesday, recovering ground from a correction a day earlier as inves...",negative,-0.997180104
"AKD glad to see MP who drank ""Dhammika Peniya"" test positive for COVID-19",1/20/2021,Health,A parliamentarian who publicly endorsed Dhammika Perera’s miracle cure contracting COVID-19 is the only way to shatter...,"AKD glad to see MP who drank ""Dhammika Peniya"" test positive for COVID-19 A parliamentarian who publicly endorsed Dhammika Perera’s miracle cure contracting COVID-19 is the only way to shatter...",negative,-0.995956123
Sri Lanka banks ordered not to recover bad loans from paddy millers,1/20/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka has ordered commercial and specialized banks to halt bad loan recoveries from paddy millers and not to start n...,Sri Lanka banks ordered not to recover bad loans from paddy millers Sri Lanka has ordered commercial and specialized banks to halt bad loan recoveries from paddy millers and not to start n...,negative,-0.985294342
"Banks in Sri Lanka ordered to delay dividends, profit repatriation, curb ads, travel",1/20/2021,Banking,Banks in Sri Lanka have been ordered to delay dividends and foreign banks profit repatriation until the 2020 accounts ha...,"Banks in Sri Lanka ordered to delay dividends, profit repatriation, curb ads, travel Banks in Sri Lanka have been ordered to delay dividends and foreign banks profit repatriation until the 2020 accounts ha...",negative,-0.997271478
Sri Lanka rupee opens wide in one month forwards,1/20/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee opened wide quoted at 196.00/199.00 to the US dollar in the one month forward market with no spot or s...,Sri Lanka rupee opens wide in one month forwards Sri Lanka's rupee opened wide quoted at 196.00/199.00 to the US dollar in the one month forward market with no spot or s...,negative,-0.999202192
"Sri Lanka forex support on 'non-interventionist' basis, no IMF talks yet: CB Governor",1/20/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka is seeking foreign exchange support from partners who willing to help on a 'non-interventionist' basis  and ne...,"Sri Lanka forex support on 'non-interventionist' basis, no IMF talks yet: CB Governor Sri Lanka is seeking foreign exchange support from partners who willing to help on a 'non-interventionist' basis  and ne...",negative,-0.983966291
More than 500 stranded foreign workers in Oman repatriated,1/20/2021,Migrant workers, More than 500 Sri Lankan foreign workers in Oman have been repatriated last week free of charge the Foreign Ministry sa...,More than 500 stranded foreign workers in Oman repatriated  More than 500 Sri Lankan foreign workers in Oman have been repatriated last week free of charge the Foreign Ministry sa...,negative,-0.983820677
Sri Lanka pushing PayPal to do inward payments for over 8 years: CB official,1/20/2021,Banking,"Sri Lanka has been trying to persuade PayPal, an online payment platform to enable inward remittances for over eight yea...","Sri Lanka pushing PayPal to do inward payments for over 8 years: CB official Sri Lanka has been trying to persuade PayPal, an online payment platform to enable inward remittances for over eight yea...",negative,-0.990729392
Sri Lanka savers warned on stock scams as interest rates fall,1/20/2021,Markets,"A rise in Sri Lanka's stocks which has sent some counters to soaring to unusual highs may leave late entrants in losses,...","Sri Lanka savers warned on stock scams as interest rates fall A rise in Sri Lanka's stocks which has sent some counters to soaring to unusual highs may leave late entrants in losses,...",negative,-0.995105863
Biden-Harris: What's in store for Sri Lanka?,1/20/2021,International Relations,What are the short and long term implications of a Biden-Harris administration for Sri Lanka? The experts weigh in.,Biden-Harris: What's in store for Sri Lanka? What are the short and long term implications of a Biden-Harris administration for Sri Lanka? The experts weigh in.,negative,-0.975025892
Sri Lanka rupee at 196.00/197.00 to dollar in spot-next and one week's,1/19/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker around 196.00/197.00 to the green back in both spot next and one week forwards Tue...,Sri Lanka rupee at 196.00/197.00 to dollar in spot-next and one week's Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker around 196.00/197.00 to the green back in both spot next and one week forwards Tue...,negative,-0.997767568
"Sri Lanka Development Bond auction gets few bids, balance offered on tap",1/19/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has sold 43.5 million US dollars in a 200 million dollar auction of Sri Lanka Development Bonds at yields rang...,"Sri Lanka Development Bond auction gets few bids, balance offered on tap Sri Lanka has sold 43.5 million US dollars in a 200 million dollar auction of Sri Lanka Development Bonds at yields rang...",negative,-0.956418931
Sri Lanka will use lessons learnt from pilot project to open for tourism,1/19/2021,Health,Tourism Minister Prasanna Ranatunga optimistic of resuming arrivals after “experiment” with bringing Ukrainian visit...,Sri Lanka will use lessons learnt from pilot project to open for tourism Tourism Minister Prasanna Ranatunga optimistic of resuming arrivals after “experiment” with bringing Ukrainian visit...,positive,0.988601983
Sajith demands to know why Ranjan was not brought to Parliament,1/19/2021,Parliament,"Speaker says he needs three weeks to study the issue before Ramanayake who is serving a 4-year prison term, can be broug...","Sajith demands to know why Ranjan was not brought to Parliament Speaker says he needs three weeks to study the issue before Ramanayake who is serving a 4-year prison term, can be broug...",negative,-0.998209238
"Sri Lanka stocks ease from record highs, punters pounce on banks",1/19/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.4 percent from a record high on Wednesday as some high flying stocks lost steam to profit taking...,"Sri Lanka stocks ease from record highs, punters pounce on banks Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.4 percent from a record high on Wednesday as some high flying stocks lost steam to profit taking...",negative,-0.999211073
Keheliya says mandatory military training “only a proposal”,1/19/2021,Democracy,Cabinet spokesman says even the so-called “five-star” democracies follow the practice and those who oppose it are pu...,Keheliya says mandatory military training “only a proposal” Cabinet spokesman says even the so-called “five-star” democracies follow the practice and those who oppose it are pu...,negative,-0.996800542
"Sri Lanka worker remittances hit record US$813mn in Dec 2020, full year up",1/19/2021,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka's foreign remittances in December 2020 grew 22.2 percent from a year earlier to 813 million dollars, which is ...","Sri Lanka worker remittances hit record US$813mn in Dec 2020, full year up Sri Lanka's foreign remittances in December 2020 grew 22.2 percent from a year earlier to 813 million dollars, which is ...",negative,-0.609941721
First Sri Lankans to be vaccinated against Covid 19 will be MPs probably on Feb 4,1/19/2021,Health,India’s Serum Institute’s version of the Astro-Zeneca Oxford Vaccine is being shipped free to us by India as part of...,First Sri Lankans to be vaccinated against Covid 19 will be MPs probably on Feb 4 India’s Serum Institute’s version of the Astro-Zeneca Oxford Vaccine is being shipped free to us by India as part of...,negative,-0.997061908
Sri Lanka GDP to grow 6-pct in 2021: Central Bank,1/19/2021,Economy, Sri Lanka's gross domestic product is projected to grow 6.0 percent in 2021 recovering from a 3.9 percent slump in 2020...,Sri Lanka GDP to grow 6-pct in 2021: Central Bank  Sri Lanka's gross domestic product is projected to grow 6.0 percent in 2021 recovering from a 3.9 percent slump in 2020...,negative,-0.970545828
"Sri Lanka China RMB swap may come in weeks, India in the works: Central Bank",1/19/2021,Economy,A 10 billion yuan swap (about 1.5 billion US dollars) with the People's Bank of China could be concluded as early as two...,"Sri Lanka China RMB swap may come in weeks, India in the works: Central Bank A 10 billion yuan swap (about 1.5 billion US dollars) with the People's Bank of China could be concluded as early as two...",negative,-0.994811416
Sri Lanka rupee steady at 194.50/196.00 to dollar in spot next,1/19/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted around 194.50/196.00 in the spot-next market on Tuesday while bond yields eased, dealers ...","Sri Lanka rupee steady at 194.50/196.00 to dollar in spot next Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted around 194.50/196.00 in the spot-next market on Tuesday while bond yields eased, dealers ...",negative,-0.988035262
Government’s decision to award the Adani group the ECT terminal is positive,1/19/2021,Business,"By explaining his decision in a straightforward manner, and carrying it out, President Rajapaksa has shown leadership in...","Government’s decision to award the Adani group the ECT terminal is positive By explaining his decision in a straightforward manner, and carrying it out, President Rajapaksa has shown leadership in...",positive,0.999712884
Sri Lanka to start directed lending for SMEs after talking to lenders: Central Bank,1/19/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka will start a directed lending program to 'priority sectors' in the small and medium industry sector after cons...,Sri Lanka to start directed lending for SMEs after talking to lenders: Central Bank Sri Lanka will start a directed lending program to 'priority sectors' in the small and medium industry sector after cons...,negative,-0.765778124
Sri Lanka central bank keeps policy loose amid negative forward fx premiums,1/19/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank said it was holding its policy corridor at the current 4.5 to 5.5 percent amid negative forward...,Sri Lanka central bank keeps policy loose amid negative forward fx premiums Sri Lanka's central bank said it was holding its policy corridor at the current 4.5 to 5.5 percent amid negative forward...,negative,-0.997663617
"Sri Lanka visas for tourists post Covid-19 with hotels, PCR tests, insurance pre-booked",1/19/2021,Business,"Tourists travelling to Sri Lanka from January 21, 2021 will have to book at a designated 'Level 1' certified hotel, get ...","Sri Lanka visas for tourists post Covid-19 with hotels, PCR tests, insurance pre-booked Tourists travelling to Sri Lanka from January 21, 2021 will have to book at a designated 'Level 1' certified hotel, get ...",negative,-0.966374278
AG advises Parliament that Ranjan should be disqualified,1/19/2021,Courts,The Opposition in Parliament will contest efforts to disqualify MP Ranjan Ramanayake and have already informed the Speak...,AG advises Parliament that Ranjan should be disqualified The Opposition in Parliament will contest efforts to disqualify MP Ranjan Ramanayake and have already informed the Speak...,negative,-0.991886258
"Sri Lanka’s rupee ends around 194.50/195.00, gilt yields up",1/18/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed around 194.50/195.00 in the spot-next market on Monday while bond yields slightly up ahead of...,"Sri Lanka’s rupee ends around 194.50/195.00, gilt yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed around 194.50/195.00 in the spot-next market on Monday while bond yields slightly up ahead of...",positive,0.976760745
Minister Nishantha who took the Dhammika potion tests positive for Covid,1/18/2021,Health,Nishantha becomes the fourth Member of Parliament to get Covid and was seen with President Rajapaksa last week ,Minister Nishantha who took the Dhammika potion tests positive for Covid Nishantha becomes the fourth Member of Parliament to get Covid and was seen with President Rajapaksa last week ,positive,0.895817995
Sri Lanka stocks hit all time high,1/18/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed up 2.4 percent at 7 on January 16, reaching an all time high, of 7922.66 points topping a previo...","Sri Lanka stocks hit all time high Sri Lanka stocks closed up 2.4 percent at 7 on January 16, reaching an all time high, of 7922.66 points topping a previo...",positive,0.937902451
Parliament to convene tomorrow after Covid testing clears MPs,1/18/2021,Health,The Committee on Parliamentary business has decided to convene Parliament on January 19 and 20 at 10 a.m. following the ...,Parliament to convene tomorrow after Covid testing clears MPs The Committee on Parliamentary business has decided to convene Parliament on January 19 and 20 at 10 a.m. following the ...,positive,0.888095856
Gotabaya must stay the course on attracting foreign investment – Mangala,1/18/2021,Business,The government when they were in Opposition encouraged certain elements to attack us saying we were traitors selling the...,Gotabaya must stay the course on attracting foreign investment – Mangala The government when they were in Opposition encouraged certain elements to attack us saying we were traitors selling the...,negative,-0.997147977
Minister to propose military training for all Sri Lankans over 18,1/18/2021,Law and Order,Sri Lanka’s Public Security Minister Rear Admiral Sarath Weerasekara will submit to parliament a proposal to provide m...,Minister to propose military training for all Sri Lankans over 18 Sri Lanka’s Public Security Minister Rear Admiral Sarath Weerasekara will submit to parliament a proposal to provide m...,negative,-0.549628556
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted around 194.00/195.50 in spot-next, gilt yields down",1/18/2021,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted around 194.00/195.50 in the spot-next market on Monday while bond yields eased ahead of ...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted around 194.00/195.50 in spot-next, gilt yields down  Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted around 194.00/195.50 in the spot-next market on Monday while bond yields eased ahead of ...",negative,-0.966673851
"Sri Lanka aims for 3,300 arrivals per day as airports open; PCR tests at hotels prior to check-in",1/18/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka hopes to receive on average 3,300 passengers per day when it opens up the airports for tourists from January 2...","Sri Lanka aims for 3,300 arrivals per day as airports open; PCR tests at hotels prior to check-in Sri Lanka hopes to receive on average 3,300 passengers per day when it opens up the airports for tourists from January 2...",negative,-0.979467332
Ranjan Ramanayake's sentence is making him an unlikely hero,1/18/2021,Opinion,Social Media is hailing Ramanayake for his honesty and courage although the colourful actor faces a long prison term and...,Ranjan Ramanayake's sentence is making him an unlikely hero Social Media is hailing Ramanayake for his honesty and courage although the colourful actor faces a long prison term and...,positive,0.999066293
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise to 254, 27-year old dies",1/18/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths have risen by 08 to 264, with a 27-year old passing away official data showed while 749 new...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise to 254, 27-year old dies Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths have risen by 08 to 264, with a 27-year old passing away official data showed while 749 new...",negative,-0.996009827
"Sri Lanka among best performing stock markets after Venezuela, Hanoi",1/18/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks have risen the most in the world in 2021 after Venezuela in local currency and is just behind Vietnam a...,"Sri Lanka among best performing stock markets after Venezuela, Hanoi Sri Lanka stocks have risen the most in the world in 2021 after Venezuela in local currency and is just behind Vietnam a...",positive,0.9988783
"Sri Lanka SEC welcomes stock surge, calls for informed decision-making",1/17/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission has welcomed a surge in the Colombo Stock Exchange making it one of the b...,"Sri Lanka SEC welcomes stock surge, calls for informed decision-making Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission has welcomed a surge in the Colombo Stock Exchange making it one of the b...",positive,0.998900414
"Sri Lanka SEC clears new listing framework, autonomy for CSE, broker guidelines",1/17/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission said it has approved a new framework for listing companies giving more au...,"Sri Lanka SEC clears new listing framework, autonomy for CSE, broker guidelines Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission said it has approved a new framework for listing companies giving more au...",positive,0.930069745
Sri Lanka Tamil parties want UN action against the government for HR violations,1/17/2021,Democracy,"Political parties, civil society bodies and victims organisations demand that the Human Rights Council act against the g...","Sri Lanka Tamil parties want UN action against the government for HR violations Political parties, civil society bodies and victims organisations demand that the Human Rights Council act against the g...",negative,-0.989250898
Sri Lanka state land on 30-year lease to Pelwatte Milk,1/17/2021,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved the transfer of 22 hectares of state land to Pelwatte Milk Industries Ltd,...","Sri Lanka state land on 30-year lease to Pelwatte Milk Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved the transfer of 22 hectares of state land to Pelwatte Milk Industries Ltd,...",negative,-0.880632818
Sri Lanka revises 'local value addition matrix' for assembled vehicles,1/17/2021,Business,Sri Lanka has revised the domestic 'value addition' criteria of assembled vehicles following discussions with the indust...,Sri Lanka revises 'local value addition matrix' for assembled vehicles Sri Lanka has revised the domestic 'value addition' criteria of assembled vehicles following discussions with the indust...,negative,-0.803512692
Sri Lanka plantations firms propose wage model,1/16/2021,Apparel,"Sri Lanka's Regional Plantations Companies have proposed a wage model which they say allows daily wage f 1,105 rupees in...","Sri Lanka plantations firms propose wage model Sri Lanka's Regional Plantations Companies have proposed a wage model which they say allows daily wage f 1,105 rupees in...",negative,-0.951466024
Orca Lanka: Killer whales are here and well worth meeting,1/16/2021,Environment,"They may be intelligent, communicative and super-social in ways we can scarcely imagine","Orca Lanka: Killer whales are here and well worth meeting They may be intelligent, communicative and super-social in ways we can scarcely imagine",positive,0.998877466
Sri Lanka eyes artificial intelligence for bank regulation: CB Governor,1/16/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka is looking at artificial intelligence and machine learning to improve off-site supervision of banks as part of...,Sri Lanka eyes artificial intelligence for bank regulation: CB Governor Sri Lanka is looking at artificial intelligence and machine learning to improve off-site supervision of banks as part of...,negative,-0.948378742
Sri Lanka rupee at 195.30/195.70 in one-weeks amid intervention,1/15/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted around 195.20/195.70 in the one-week forward market in late trade on Friday after intervent...,Sri Lanka rupee at 195.30/195.70 in one-weeks amid intervention Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted around 195.20/195.70 in the one-week forward market in late trade on Friday after intervent...,negative,-0.995435774
Sri Lanka's Peoples' Bank says it is strong and stable,1/15/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka's state-run People's Bank said it was strong and stable and had relationships with 900 foreign banks.,Sri Lanka's Peoples' Bank says it is strong and stable Sri Lanka's state-run People's Bank said it was strong and stable and had relationships with 900 foreign banks.,positive,0.999848723
"Sri Lanka stocks soar 3.9-pct, rupee slides in excess liquidity",1/15/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks soared 3.91 per cent higher reaching up 14 per cent so far in 2021 while the rupee was defended around ...,"Sri Lanka stocks soar 3.9-pct, rupee slides in excess liquidity Sri Lanka stocks soared 3.91 per cent higher reaching up 14 per cent so far in 2021 while the rupee was defended around ...",negative,-0.931178808
New upgrade to hospitals increase Covid-ready beds,1/15/2021,Health,Rural hospitals are being upgraded with Intensive Care facilities with World Bank help ,New upgrade to hospitals increase Covid-ready beds Rural hospitals are being upgraded with Intensive Care facilities with World Bank help ,positive,0.979592383
"Sri Lanka exports down 16-pct, imports 20-pct in November",1/15/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's exports were down 16.3 percent to 819 million dollars in November 2021 from a year earlier and imports were ...,"Sri Lanka exports down 16-pct, imports 20-pct in November Sri Lanka's exports were down 16.3 percent to 819 million dollars in November 2021 from a year earlier and imports were ...",negative,-0.998755217
Sri Lanka: PCR testing capacity at International Airport drops drastically,1/15/2021,Health,A shortage of automated extraction reagent kits cuts tests to 600 per day as arrivals are ramped up,Sri Lanka: PCR testing capacity at International Airport drops drastically A shortage of automated extraction reagent kits cuts tests to 600 per day as arrivals are ramped up,negative,-0.999524236
Two workers test positive for COVID-19 at Galle quarantine hotel for England cricket team,1/15/2021,Health,"Two workers at a hotel in Dadalla, Galle, where the visiting England cricket team were quarantined have tested positive ...","Two workers test positive for COVID-19 at Galle quarantine hotel for England cricket team Two workers at a hotel in Dadalla, Galle, where the visiting England cricket team were quarantined have tested positive ...",negative,-0.96827054
Sri Lanka Air Force bombs Lahugala with MAS seed,1/15/2021,Environment,Sri Lanka Air Force said it had seed-bombed a 60 acre area in Lahugala in a reforestation bid in the fourth such operati...,Sri Lanka Air Force bombs Lahugala with MAS seed Sri Lanka Air Force said it had seed-bombed a 60 acre area in Lahugala in a reforestation bid in the fourth such operati...,negative,-0.997873664
Sri Lanka Air Force boosts canine capacity,1/15/2021,Aviation,Twenty canines brought from the Netherlands and trained to detect explosives and drugs with support from the Civil Aviat...,Sri Lanka Air Force boosts canine capacity Twenty canines brought from the Netherlands and trained to detect explosives and drugs with support from the Civil Aviat...,positive,0.993308067
Sri Lanka rupee quoted 193.00/196.00 levels in one-month forwards,1/15/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 193.00/196.00 levels to the US dollar in one-month forwards market on Friday while bon...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted 193.00/196.00 levels in one-month forwards Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 193.00/196.00 levels to the US dollar in one-month forwards market on Friday while bon...,negative,-0.993064463
Sri Lanka expects stronger maize harvest in 2021 amid armyworm,1/15/2021,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka maize farmers have sown over 96,000 hectares for the main (Maha) 2021 season which can produce up to 385,368 m...","Sri Lanka expects stronger maize harvest in 2021 amid armyworm Sri Lanka maize farmers have sown over 96,000 hectares for the main (Maha) 2021 season which can produce up to 385,368 m...",negative,-0.990574777
Nathaniel Rothschild visits Sri Lanka Port City,1/15/2021,Business," Nathaniel Rothschild, a member of a Europe-based investment banking family, had visited Sri Lanka's Port City as part o...","Nathaniel Rothschild visits Sri Lanka Port City  Nathaniel Rothschild, a member of a Europe-based investment banking family, had visited Sri Lanka's Port City as part o...",positive,0.996630013
Ferentino Tyre Corporation commissioned by Sri Lanka President,1/15/2021,Business,"Ferentino Tyre Corporation (Pvt) Ltd, an export oriented greenfield project which the firm says will be South Asia's lar...","Ferentino Tyre Corporation commissioned by Sri Lanka President Ferentino Tyre Corporation (Pvt) Ltd, an export oriented greenfield project which the firm says will be South Asia's lar...",negative,-0.993687093
Opinion: Building a common Sri Lankan identity a challenge,1/14/2021,Democracy,Are Sri Lankans of all ethnicities equal citizens and can this country build a nation that treats all groups equally?,Opinion: Building a common Sri Lankan identity a challenge Are Sri Lankans of all ethnicities equal citizens and can this country build a nation that treats all groups equally?,negative,-0.908880591
Sri Lanka PM plans tax concessions for film industry,1/14/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka is planning to give tax concessions to the film industry involving import duties and income tax relief, Prime ...","Sri Lanka PM plans tax concessions for film industry Sri Lanka is planning to give tax concessions to the film industry involving import duties and income tax relief, Prime ...",negative,-0.856708944
"EU gives Sri Lanka Rs8bn grant to improve courts, food safety, low carbon industry",1/14/2021,International Relations,The European Union said it will give Sri Lanka three grants worth 35.75 million euro (8.26 billion rupees) to develop th...,"EU gives Sri Lanka Rs8bn grant to improve courts, food safety, low carbon industry The European Union said it will give Sri Lanka three grants worth 35.75 million euro (8.26 billion rupees) to develop th...",positive,0.807530224
Sri Lanka Coronavirus fatalities climb to 247 with death in Battaramulla,1/14/2021,Health,Sri Lanka's Coronavirus total fatalities has climbed to 247 with 3 deaths being reported on January 13 and total confirm...,Sri Lanka Coronavirus fatalities climb to 247 with death in Battaramulla Sri Lanka's Coronavirus total fatalities has climbed to 247 with 3 deaths being reported on January 13 and total confirm...,negative,-0.987645447
"Sri Lanka's Sunshine, Abans, Singer, DSI local ratings lifted after sovereign downgrade",1/14/2021,Bonds & Forex,Fitch Ratings said it was lifting the local ratings of several private companies after a recaliberation of the domestic ...,"Sri Lanka's Sunshine, Abans, Singer, DSI local ratings lifted after sovereign downgrade Fitch Ratings said it was lifting the local ratings of several private companies after a recaliberation of the domestic ...",positive,0.941887259
Pillayan released due to CA decision – Lawyer,1/14/2021,Courts,The release of Sivanesathurai Chandrakanthan and others from the case ends the possibility of justice for the family of ...,Pillayan released due to CA decision – Lawyer The release of Sivanesathurai Chandrakanthan and others from the case ends the possibility of justice for the family of ...,positive,0.799184501
"Sri Lanka Telecom, Ceylon Electricity Board ratings lowered after sovereign downgrade",1/14/2021,Economy, Fitch Ratings has lowered the domestic rating of two state-controlled utilities after a re-caliberation of the scale fo...,"Sri Lanka Telecom, Ceylon Electricity Board ratings lowered after sovereign downgrade  Fitch Ratings has lowered the domestic rating of two state-controlled utilities after a re-caliberation of the scale fo...",negative,-0.998201132
Sri Lanka selling state lands to foreigners through backdoor: Harsha,1/14/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's current administration is selling real estate to foreigners and locals through the back door after coming to...,Sri Lanka selling state lands to foreigners through backdoor: Harsha Sri Lanka's current administration is selling real estate to foreigners and locals through the back door after coming to...,negative,-0.993763149
Sri Lanka port terminal: India's Adani group and partners to hold 49-pct,1/14/2021,Logistics,India's Adani group and their partners will hold 49 percent and the Sri Lanka government a majority of 51 percent in a c...,Sri Lanka port terminal: India's Adani group and partners to hold 49-pct India's Adani group and their partners will hold 49 percent and the Sri Lanka government a majority of 51 percent in a c...,positive,0.942172587
We will stand by Ranjan and fight for his rights - Sajith,1/13/2021,Democracy,The Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya holds a rally in Colombo to protect the right to freedom of speech,We will stand by Ranjan and fight for his rights - Sajith The Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya holds a rally in Colombo to protect the right to freedom of speech,positive,0.905757308
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in spot next, gilt yields steady",1/13/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 193.75/194.75 to the US dollar in the spot next market on Wednesday from a day earl...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in spot next, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 193.75/194.75 to the US dollar in the spot next market on Wednesday from a day earl...",negative,-0.933796346
All Sri Lankans will be vaccinated free of charge; first batch should arrive within three months: ch...,1/13/2021,Health,Sri Lanka will likely receive the first batch of a government-approved COVID-19 vaccine within the next three months and...,All Sri Lankans will be vaccinated free of charge; first batch should arrive within three months: ch... Sri Lanka will likely receive the first batch of a government-approved COVID-19 vaccine within the next three months and...,negative,-0.978500128
Sri Lanka stocks end 2-pct higher,1/13/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stock market closed 2.21 percent higher on Wednesday continuing the surge pushed by index heavy Expolanka Hold...,Sri Lanka stocks end 2-pct higher Sri Lanka stock market closed 2.21 percent higher on Wednesday continuing the surge pushed by index heavy Expolanka Hold...,negative,-0.982972085
"Sri Lanka, Maldives youth to get new skills to counter hate speech in social media",1/13/2021,Arts and Culture,Social media influencers in Sri Lanka and the Maldives who are countering online hate could sharpen their skills in a pr...,"Sri Lanka, Maldives youth to get new skills to counter hate speech in social media Social media influencers in Sri Lanka and the Maldives who are countering online hate could sharpen their skills in a pr...",negative,-0.833057702
UNP condemns President’s threat against Harin,1/13/2021,Democracy,"“Many will regard this as an ominous sign of an on-coming authoritarian regime,” the United National Party observed ...","UNP condemns President’s threat against Harin “Many will regard this as an ominous sign of an on-coming authoritarian regime,” the United National Party observed ...",negative,-0.984543264
Army chief wants corruption out of the quarantine process,1/13/2021,Corruption,“Unscrupulous elements” offering to fill hotels with foreign arrivals should not be tolerated Army Commander General...,Army chief wants corruption out of the quarantine process “Unscrupulous elements” offering to fill hotels with foreign arrivals should not be tolerated Army Commander General...,negative,-0.995436609
SJB says Mannapperuma to replace Ranjan if he loses seat,1/13/2021,Courts,Opposition lawyers say Ramanayake who was sentenced for contempt of court should be able to continue as an MP,SJB says Mannapperuma to replace Ranjan if he loses seat Opposition lawyers say Ramanayake who was sentenced for contempt of court should be able to continue as an MP,negative,-0.996051848
UK variant of COVID-19 confirmed in Sri Lanka as British national tests positive,1/13/2021,Health,The new strain of the novel coronavirus discovered in the UK has entered Sri Lanka through a British national that recen...,UK variant of COVID-19 confirmed in Sri Lanka as British national tests positive The new strain of the novel coronavirus discovered in the UK has entered Sri Lanka through a British national that recen...,negative,-0.986913264
Sri Lanka rupee quoted 191/194 in spot next market,1/13/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted wide at 191/194 in mid-morning trade to the US dollar in the spot next market on Wednesday ...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted 191/194 in spot next market Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted wide at 191/194 in mid-morning trade to the US dollar in the spot next market on Wednesday ...,negative,-0.993165076
Sri Lanka airport gets international health safety certification,1/13/2021,Aviation,Sri Lanka's main international airport in Katunayake has been certified as having complied to internationally recognized...,Sri Lanka airport gets international health safety certification Sri Lanka's main international airport in Katunayake has been certified as having complied to internationally recognized...,positive,0.995716631
Sri Lanka extends Covid-19 wage cut till March 2021,1/13/2021,Legal,"Sri Lanka has allowed Coronavirus hit firms to pay lower salaries till March 2021, provided workers are kept in employme...","Sri Lanka extends Covid-19 wage cut till March 2021 Sri Lanka has allowed Coronavirus hit firms to pay lower salaries till March 2021, provided workers are kept in employme...",negative,-0.987351477
Swarnamahal Financial Services depositors to get another payment: Sri Lanka central bank,1/13/2021,Banking,"Sri Lanka's central bank said depositors of Swarnamahal Financial Services will get another tranche of cash, taking repa...","Swarnamahal Financial Services depositors to get another payment: Sri Lanka central bank Sri Lanka's central bank said depositors of Swarnamahal Financial Services will get another tranche of cash, taking repa...",negative,-0.992846429
Sri Lanka 2021 main season rice expected at 2.8mn tonnes: Minister,1/13/2021,Agriculture,Sri Lanka is expecting a rough rice (paddy) harvest of 2.8 million metric tons of rice in the main 2021 (Maha) cultivati...,Sri Lanka 2021 main season rice expected at 2.8mn tonnes: Minister Sri Lanka is expecting a rough rice (paddy) harvest of 2.8 million metric tons of rice in the main 2021 (Maha) cultivati...,negative,-0.984452903
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilt yields down",1/12/2021,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 192.50/194.00 in the spot next market against the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond ...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilt yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 192.50/194.00 in the spot next market against the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond ...",negative,-0.996765256
Sri Lanka will likely receive Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine through COVAX: Lalith Weeratunga,1/12/2021,Health,"Frontline workers in health, military and other sectors, people over the age of 60 with non-communicable diseases and se...","Sri Lanka will likely receive Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine through COVAX: Lalith Weeratunga Frontline workers in health, military and other sectors, people over the age of 60 with non-communicable diseases and se...",negative,-0.945254803
Sri Lanka central bank to wind-up ETI Finance through court,1/12/2021,Banking,"Sri Lanka's central bank said it will make an application to court to wind up, ETI Finance Limited, a failed finance com...","Sri Lanka central bank to wind-up ETI Finance through court Sri Lanka's central bank said it will make an application to court to wind up, ETI Finance Limited, a failed finance com...",negative,-0.996117711
Mahapola Fund has lost over LKR600 million - COPE,1/12/2021,Corruption,Parliamentary Committee orders a CID investigation into large scare corruption at Mahapola lottery,Mahapola Fund has lost over LKR600 million - COPE Parliamentary Committee orders a CID investigation into large scare corruption at Mahapola lottery,negative,-0.998707652
Sri Lanka Customs busts vehicle import racket under diplomatic cover,1/12/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka Customs said it had busted a racket where accident-damaged cars are packed in containers and imported to the c...,Sri Lanka Customs busts vehicle import racket under diplomatic cover Sri Lanka Customs said it had busted a racket where accident-damaged cars are packed in containers and imported to the c...,negative,-0.998460531
Sri Lanka politicos beat Ukraine tourists in Coronavirus: Minister,1/12/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka's members of parliament were currently ahead of Ukraine tourists in Coronavirus confirmations, co-cabinet mini...","Sri Lanka politicos beat Ukraine tourists in Coronavirus: Minister Sri Lanka's members of parliament were currently ahead of Ukraine tourists in Coronavirus confirmations, co-cabinet mini...",negative,-0.791545093
"Sri Lanka to repay US$6,865mn foreign debt in 2021: Minister",1/12/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka is making arrangements to repay or roll-over 6,865 million dollars of foreign debt in 2021 co-cabinet spokesma...","Sri Lanka to repay US$6,865mn foreign debt in 2021: Minister Sri Lanka is making arrangements to repay or roll-over 6,865 million dollars of foreign debt in 2021 co-cabinet spokesma...",negative,-0.858561695
Imprisonment over contempt court charges legal but disproportionate: constitutional lawyer,1/12/2021,Free Speech,"Director, Edinburgh Centre for Constitutional Law, Dr Asanga Welikala tells EconomyNext that imprisonment over contempt ...","Imprisonment over contempt court charges legal but disproportionate: constitutional lawyer Director, Edinburgh Centre for Constitutional Law, Dr Asanga Welikala tells EconomyNext that imprisonment over contempt ...",negative,-0.988108456
Actor-politico Ranjan Ramanayake jailed for contempt,1/12/2021,Courts,"Actor-politician Ranjan Ramanayake, a Member of Parliament for the main Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) has been...","Actor-politico Ranjan Ramanayake jailed for contempt Actor-politician Ranjan Ramanayake, a Member of Parliament for the main Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) has been...",negative,-0.98252362
"Ambassador Teplitz ""deeply disappointed"" by US Capitol riots",1/12/2021,International Relations,"US Ambassador to Sri Lanka and the Maldives Alaina B Teplitz says she is deeply disappointed by the ""appalling scene"" in...","Ambassador Teplitz ""deeply disappointed"" by US Capitol riots US Ambassador to Sri Lanka and the Maldives Alaina B Teplitz says she is deeply disappointed by the ""appalling scene"" in...",negative,-0.999693751
IFC gives Sri Lanka's Nations Trust Bank US$25mn for Covid-19 loans,1/12/2021,Banking,Washington-based International Finance Corporation said it was giving 25 million US dollars to Sri Lanka's Nations Trust...,IFC gives Sri Lanka's Nations Trust Bank US$25mn for Covid-19 loans Washington-based International Finance Corporation said it was giving 25 million US dollars to Sri Lanka's Nations Trust...,negative,-0.98785919
India will hold Sri Lanka to its commitments on reconciliation,1/12/2021,Democracy,Indian External Affairs Minister tells Virakesari that Sri Lanka has promised to work towards realizing the expectations...,India will hold Sri Lanka to its commitments on reconciliation Indian External Affairs Minister tells Virakesari that Sri Lanka has promised to work towards realizing the expectations...,positive,0.996570468
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady in spot next, gilt yields marginally down",1/12/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 192.00/194.00 in the spot next market against the US dollar on Tuesday, while b...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady in spot next, gilt yields marginally down Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 192.00/194.00 in the spot next market against the US dollar on Tuesday, while b...",negative,-0.996655226
"Sri Lanka central bank swaps surge, forward premiums negative in MMT",1/12/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's central bank swap transactions with market participants and others to borrow reserves have surged in 2020, o...","Sri Lanka central bank swaps surge, forward premiums negative in MMT Sri Lanka's central bank swap transactions with market participants and others to borrow reserves have surged in 2020, o...",negative,-0.961708605
"Sri Lanka sells Rs100bn in 3,5,7-year bonds",1/12/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has sold 100 billion rupees of bonds at an auction on January 11 selling all offered securities, data from the...","Sri Lanka sells Rs100bn in 3,5,7-year bonds Sri Lanka has sold 100 billion rupees of bonds at an auction on January 11 selling all offered securities, data from the...",negative,-0.908021927
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker around 192/193 in spot next,1/11/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 192.00/193.00 in the spot next market against the US dollar on Monday, while bond yie...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker around 192/193 in spot next Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 192.00/193.00 in the spot next market against the US dollar on Monday, while bond yie...",negative,-0.998262107
Sri Lanka stocks up 1.8-pct,1/11/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stock market closed 1.8percent higher Monday helped by index heavy Brown Investments Expolanka, and John Keell...","Sri Lanka stocks up 1.8-pct Sri Lanka stock market closed 1.8percent higher Monday helped by index heavy Brown Investments Expolanka, and John Keell...",negative,-0.983807862
Sri Lanka appoints presidential task force to oversee COVID-19 vaccination,1/11/2021,Health,A presidential task force chaired by chief advisor to the president Lalith Weeratunga will oversee a “National Deploym...,Sri Lanka appoints presidential task force to oversee COVID-19 vaccination A presidential task force chaired by chief advisor to the president Lalith Weeratunga will oversee a “National Deploym...,positive,0.809791327
Discrimination against minorities what is the endgame?,1/11/2021,Democracy,Obstinacy on the Muslim burial issue and the destruction of a memorial for the Jaffna war dead shows the government want...,Discrimination against minorities what is the endgame? Obstinacy on the Muslim burial issue and the destruction of a memorial for the Jaffna war dead shows the government want...,negative,-0.994911373
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bonds up",1/11/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker around 191.25/75 to the US dollar in the spot next market on Monday, while bond yields...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bonds up Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker around 191.25/75 to the US dollar in the spot next market on Monday, while bond yields...",negative,-0.998363674
Sri Lanka fines three finance companies under anti-money laundering rules,1/11/2021,Banking,"Sri Lanka's Financial Intelligence Unit, which operates under the central bank has fined three finance companies 2.3 mil...","Sri Lanka fines three finance companies under anti-money laundering rules Sri Lanka's Financial Intelligence Unit, which operates under the central bank has fined three finance companies 2.3 mil...",negative,-0.993600011
Vasudeva tests positive for Covid as MPs contact tracing continues,1/11/2021,Health,MP Vasudeva Nanayakkara has been one of the first contacts of infected MP Rauff Hakeem ,Vasudeva tests positive for Covid as MPs contact tracing continues MP Vasudeva Nanayakkara has been one of the first contacts of infected MP Rauff Hakeem ,negative,-0.98704344
Sri Lanka central bank forex interventions turn negative in November,1/11/2021,Economy,Interventions in Sri Lanka's foreign exchange market by the central bank to maintain a soft-pegged exchange rate regime ...,Sri Lanka central bank forex interventions turn negative in November Interventions in Sri Lanka's foreign exchange market by the central bank to maintain a soft-pegged exchange rate regime ...,negative,-0.999307275
Covid 19 enters Parliament but the work will go on,1/11/2021,Health,Members of Parliament Rauff Hakeem and Dayasiri Jayasekara are Covid positive but officials say no disruption of duties ...,Covid 19 enters Parliament but the work will go on Members of Parliament Rauff Hakeem and Dayasiri Jayasekara are Covid positive but officials say no disruption of duties ...,negative,-0.578018486
SJB calls on Police chief to protect Harin Fernando,1/10/2021,Democracy,SJB Parliamentarian asks for protection after he says President Rajapaksa said he could be “killed like a dog.”,SJB calls on Police chief to protect Harin Fernando SJB Parliamentarian asks for protection after he says President Rajapaksa said he could be “killed like a dog.”,negative,-0.995294154
Sri Lanka Modern Monetary Theory experiment could be an untamed demon: economist,1/10/2021,Op-ed/Special Reports,"vSri Lanka's unprecedented monetary printing bout in the name of Modern Monetary Theory, a collection of ideas that advo...","Sri Lanka Modern Monetary Theory experiment could be an untamed demon: economist vSri Lanka's unprecedented monetary printing bout in the name of Modern Monetary Theory, a collection of ideas that advo...",negative,-0.983743846
More protests in Jaffna over removal of war memorial,1/10/2021,Democracy,University Grants Commission Chairman Snr Prof Sampath Amarathunge says the monument was not suitable for the Sri Lanka ...,More protests in Jaffna over removal of war memorial University Grants Commission Chairman Snr Prof Sampath Amarathunge says the monument was not suitable for the Sri Lanka ...,negative,-0.999726713
Sri Lanka converts Treasury overdrafts with state banks to bonds,1/10/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has cut Treasury overdrafts from state-banks by a lump sum administrative issue of at least 248 billion rupees...,Sri Lanka converts Treasury overdrafts with state banks to bonds Sri Lanka has cut Treasury overdrafts from state-banks by a lump sum administrative issue of at least 248 billion rupees...,negative,-0.994691908
Sri Lanka Femtech advances by MAS wins global recognition,1/9/2021,Apparel,Sri Lanka's MAS group said it had been recognized for advancements in female centric technology (FemTech) that improved ...,Sri Lanka Femtech advances by MAS wins global recognition Sri Lanka's MAS group said it had been recognized for advancements in female centric technology (FemTech) that improved ...,positive,0.999688983
Sri Lanka's ETI Finance directors ordered to be brought before court: AG,1/9/2021,Legal,Sri Lanka's Attorney General has ordered police to take the statements and bring to court several directors of Sri Lanka...,Sri Lanka's ETI Finance directors ordered to be brought before court: AG Sri Lanka's Attorney General has ordered police to take the statements and bring to court several directors of Sri Lanka...,negative,-0.986486435
Jaffna tense as war memorial is destroyed,1/9/2021,Democracy,"Authorities destroy memorial for war dead in University under cover of darkness, police ask protestors to disperse","Jaffna tense as war memorial is destroyed Authorities destroy memorial for war dead in University under cover of darkness, police ask protestors to disperse",negative,-0.991066873
Three Sri Lankans charged by US for deaths of 5 Americans in Easter blasts,1/9/2021,Easter Sunday attacks,The United States has charged three Sri Lankans being held in Sri Lanka with aiding a terrorist group in the attacks on ...,Three Sri Lankans charged by US for deaths of 5 Americans in Easter blasts The United States has charged three Sri Lankans being held in Sri Lanka with aiding a terrorist group in the attacks on ...,negative,-0.978176713
Sri Lanka’s blue whale is a superb athlete. Is she also a scholar?,1/9/2021,Animal Rights,Considerations on cetacean brainpower,Sri Lanka’s blue whale is a superb athlete. Is she also a scholar? Considerations on cetacean brainpower,positive,0.999385834
The first Sri Lankan healthcare worker to die of Covid 19 is from Ratnapura hospital,1/9/2021,Health,Sri Lanka’s Healthcare system is being hit by Covid 19 infections with the first death of a frontline health worker re...,The first Sri Lankan healthcare worker to die of Covid 19 is from Ratnapura hospital Sri Lanka’s Healthcare system is being hit by Covid 19 infections with the first death of a frontline health worker re...,negative,-0.999357045
Twitter suspends Donald Trump's account for glorification of violence,1/9/2021,Political News,Social media network Twitter.com has suspended US President Donald Trump's private account for violating its policies on...,Twitter suspends Donald Trump's account for glorification of violence Social media network Twitter.com has suspended US President Donald Trump's private account for violating its policies on...,negative,-0.999437869
Sri Lanka begins seafood exports to Ukraine from Mattala,1/9/2021,Aviation,Sri Lanka has begun exporting seafood to Ukraine on a new route from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport to Kiev ope...,Sri Lanka begins seafood exports to Ukraine from Mattala Sri Lanka has begun exporting seafood to Ukraine on a new route from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport to Kiev ope...,positive,0.829950035
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in spot next, gilt yields down",1/8/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 191.00/192.50 in the spot next market against the US dollar on Friday, while bond yield...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in spot next, gilt yields down Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 191.00/192.50 in the spot next market against the US dollar on Friday, while bond yield...",negative,-0.997896314
Government considering opening Tuition classes on Jan 25 – Prof GL,1/8/2021,Education,The government is seriously considering the re-opening of tuition classes throughout the country on January 25th when sc...,Government considering opening Tuition classes on Jan 25 – Prof GL The government is seriously considering the re-opening of tuition classes throughout the country on January 25th when sc...,negative,-0.984881163
"India's Jaishankar meets Sri Lanka biz leaders, 'air-travel bubble', expanding FTA discussed",1/8/2021,Economy,Visiting External Minister S Jaishankar had discussed starting an 'air travel bubble' with India and expanding a free tr...,"India's Jaishankar meets Sri Lanka biz leaders, 'air-travel bubble', expanding FTA discussed Visiting External Minister S Jaishankar had discussed starting an 'air travel bubble' with India and expanding a free tr...",positive,0.997213662
Sri Lanka must exercise caution and not be in hurry to import vaccine: Dr Nihal Abeysinghe,1/8/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka must not be in a hurry to decide on a COVID-19 vaccine and ought to, for the time being, focus its efforts on ...","Sri Lanka must exercise caution and not be in hurry to import vaccine: Dr Nihal Abeysinghe Sri Lanka must not be in a hurry to decide on a COVID-19 vaccine and ought to, for the time being, focus its efforts on ...",negative,-0.994166374
Sri Lanka stocks end first-week of 2021 higher,1/8/2021,Markets," Sri Lanka stock market closed 0.31 percent higher on Friday drove by index heavy Expolanka Holdings, Distilleries and L...","Sri Lanka stocks end first-week of 2021 higher  Sri Lanka stock market closed 0.31 percent higher on Friday drove by index heavy Expolanka Holdings, Distilleries and L...",negative,-0.993342817
89 Sri Lankans in the Middle East have died of COVID-19: Labour Minister,1/8/2021,Health,"Eighty-nine Sri Lankan migrant workers have died in the Middle East due to COVID-19, Labour Minister Nimal Siripala De S...","89 Sri Lankans in the Middle East have died of COVID-19: Labour Minister Eighty-nine Sri Lankan migrant workers have died in the Middle East due to COVID-19, Labour Minister Nimal Siripala De S...",negative,-0.994531393
Sri Lanka medical insurance for family members of Buddhist monks,1/8/2021,Finance,"State-run Sri Lanka Insurance has started a medical insurance scheme for family members of Buddhist monks, which will pr...","Sri Lanka medical insurance for family members of Buddhist monks State-run Sri Lanka Insurance has started a medical insurance scheme for family members of Buddhist monks, which will pr...",positive,0.839680314
Assassinated Sri Lanka editor's daughter seeks UN investigation,1/8/2021,Legal,The daughter of slain editor Lasantha Wickrematunge has petitioned the United Nations asking it to investigate his assas...,Assassinated Sri Lanka editor's daughter seeks UN investigation The daughter of slain editor Lasantha Wickrematunge has petitioned the United Nations asking it to investigate his assas...,negative,-0.993408799
Muslim leader accuses Govt. of attempt to radicalise youth by denying burial,1/8/2021,Health,A leading Civil Society activist from the Muslim community is calling on members of his community to do their best to pr...,Muslim leader accuses Govt. of attempt to radicalise youth by denying burial A leading Civil Society activist from the Muslim community is calling on members of his community to do their best to pr...,negative,-0.994544148
Sri Lanka to take-over plantations company hospitals with land,1/8/2021,Business,Sri Lanka has decided to take over estate hospitals that are operated by a number of plantations companies along with la...,Sri Lanka to take-over plantations company hospitals with land Sri Lanka has decided to take over estate hospitals that are operated by a number of plantations companies along with la...,negative,-0.936595917
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer in spot next, gilt yields steady",1/8/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted firmer at 187.50/189.50 in the spot next market against the US dollar on Friday, while bond y...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer in spot next, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee was quoted firmer at 187.50/189.50 in the spot next market against the US dollar on Friday, while bond y...",positive,0.795970082
"Sri Lanka sugar scam from midnight gazette, parliament committee calls for probe",1/8/2021,Economy,A committee on public finance at Sri Lanka's parliament has called for a probe on alleged huge profits made from sudden ...,"Sri Lanka sugar scam from midnight gazette, parliament committee calls for probe A committee on public finance at Sri Lanka's parliament has called for a probe on alleged huge profits made from sudden ...",negative,-0.984540641
Cardinal leading the charge against developers intruding into Muthurajawela,1/8/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic Church is marshalling its forces to protect the Muthurajawela wetlands from a multi-use dev...,Cardinal leading the charge against developers intruding into Muthurajawela Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic Church is marshalling its forces to protect the Muthurajawela wetlands from a multi-use dev...,positive,0.994502664
Sri Lanka swap with Peoples's Bank of China in advanced stage: Minister Cabraal,1/8/2021,Economy,A 10 billion yuan (about 1.5 billion US dollar) swap line for Sri Lanka's central bank with the People's Bank of China a...,Sri Lanka swap with Peoples's Bank of China in advanced stage: Minister Cabraal A 10 billion yuan (about 1.5 billion US dollar) swap line for Sri Lanka's central bank with the People's Bank of China a...,negative,-0.983102262
"Sri Lanka de-reg commission headed by Weeratunga, Balendra appointed by President",1/7/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapapksa has appointed a de-regulation commission headed by Principal Advisor to the Pres...,"Sri Lanka de-reg commission headed by Weeratunga, Balendra appointed by President Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapapksa has appointed a de-regulation commission headed by Principal Advisor to the Pres...",negative,-0.820975661
Healthcare workers will be vaccinated first says Health Minister,1/7/2021,Sri Lanka Covid vaccine,"Around 155,000 front line healthcare workers in Sri Lanka are to receive the COVID-19 vaccine first, Health Minister Pav...","Healthcare workers will be vaccinated first says Health Minister Around 155,000 front line healthcare workers in Sri Lanka are to receive the COVID-19 vaccine first, Health Minister Pav...",negative,-0.804752171
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer in spot next, gilt yields down",1/7/2021,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 188.50/189.50 in the spot next market against the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yi...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer in spot next, gilt yields down  Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 188.50/189.50 in the spot next market against the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yi...",negative,-0.994103611
Indian Minister meets Sajith and invites him to India,1/7/2021,International Relations,The visiting External Affairs Minister of India Dr Subrahmaniyam Jaishankar met Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa yeste...,Indian Minister meets Sajith and invites him to India The visiting External Affairs Minister of India Dr Subrahmaniyam Jaishankar met Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa yeste...,positive,0.998931468
Trump concedes election after Congress certifies Biden’s win,1/7/2021,International news,United States President Donald Trump is stepping down and has pledged to an orderly transfer of power to President-elect...,Trump concedes election after Congress certifies Biden’s win United States President Donald Trump is stepping down and has pledged to an orderly transfer of power to President-elect...,positive,0.990348697
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,1/7/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stock market closed 0.87 percent higher on Thursday, pushed up by index heavy Browns Investments, LOLC Holding...","Sri Lanka stocks end higher Sri Lanka stock market closed 0.87 percent higher on Thursday, pushed up by index heavy Browns Investments, LOLC Holding...",negative,-0.992865443
Sri Lanka will continue to cremate all Covid dead - Minister,1/7/2021,Health,Sri Lanka will continue to cremate the bodies of all its citizens who die of Covid 19 whatever social or religious objec...,Sri Lanka will continue to cremate all Covid dead - Minister Sri Lanka will continue to cremate the bodies of all its citizens who die of Covid 19 whatever social or religious objec...,negative,-0.991075039
Public Security Minister lays out accusations against detained lawyer Hisbullah,1/7/2021,Easter Sunday attacks,"Lawyer Hijaz Hisbullah had spoken with the Easter Sunday attackers on three occasions by phone, Minister of Public Secur...","Public Security Minister lays out accusations against detained lawyer Hisbullah Lawyer Hijaz Hisbullah had spoken with the Easter Sunday attackers on three occasions by phone, Minister of Public Secur...",negative,-0.987466872
Pasan Wanigasekara appointed Board of Investment Sri Lanka DG,1/7/2021,Economy,"Pasan Wanigasekera, an accounting and finance professional who is also a lawyer had been appointed Director General of t...","Pasan Wanigasekara appointed Board of Investment Sri Lanka DG Pasan Wanigasekera, an accounting and finance professional who is also a lawyer had been appointed Director General of t...",positive,0.977318048
World leaders condemn 'assault on democracy' at US Capitol,1/7/2021,International news,World leaders and governments on Wednesday expressed shock and outrage at the storming of the US Capitol in Washington b...,World leaders condemn 'assault on democracy' at US Capitol World leaders and governments on Wednesday expressed shock and outrage at the storming of the US Capitol in Washington b...,negative,-0.959620476
Four dead in Washington violence - Police,1/7/2021,International news,At least four people are dead in the violent incidents seen in the United States capital Washington where the legislativ...,Four dead in Washington violence - Police At least four people are dead in the violent incidents seen in the United States capital Washington where the legislativ...,negative,-0.994365454
"Sri Lanka, India to discuss tourism revival strategy with Maldives, Nepal",1/7/2021,Business,Sri Lanka and India plans to initiate talks to revive post Coronavirus tourism President the office of President Gotabay...,"Sri Lanka, India to discuss tourism revival strategy with Maldives, Nepal Sri Lanka and India plans to initiate talks to revive post Coronavirus tourism President the office of President Gotabay...",positive,0.994425178
"Sri Lanka President, India's Jaishankar discuss East Container Terminal, LNG plant",1/7/2021,Logistics,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapasksa had discussed the East Container Terminal of the Colombo Port and a liquefied ...,"Sri Lanka President, India's Jaishankar discuss East Container Terminal, LNG plant Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapasksa had discussed the East Container Terminal of the Colombo Port and a liquefied ...",positive,0.711031079
"Sri Lanka sells Rs40bn in bills in first auction, CB bill stock Rs738bn",1/7/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka sold 40 billion rupees of Treasury bills at pre-determined yields at an 'auction' with central bank already ho...,"Sri Lanka sells Rs40bn in bills in first auction, CB bill stock Rs738bn Sri Lanka sold 40 billion rupees of Treasury bills at pre-determined yields at an 'auction' with central bank already ho...",negative,-0.992034853
"Trump nationalists storm US capitol, world leaders condemn violence",1/7/2021,International news,"Supporters of US President Donald Trump, a nationalist backed by sections of the religious establishment stormed the US ...","Trump nationalists storm US capitol, world leaders condemn violence Supporters of US President Donald Trump, a nationalist backed by sections of the religious establishment stormed the US ...",negative,-0.974341273
"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat in one week forwards, gilt yields marginally down",1/6/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 191.00/192.00 in the spot next market against the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yiel...","Sri Lanka rupee ends flat in one week forwards, gilt yields marginally down Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 191.00/192.00 in the spot next market against the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yiel...",negative,-0.999453247
India’s economic recovery will benefit Sri Lanka – Dr Jaishankar,1/6/2021,Democracy,"India’s Covid numbers have come down sharply and with vaccination in sight, India’s economic recovery will be “ful...","India’s economic recovery will benefit Sri Lanka – Dr Jaishankar India’s Covid numbers have come down sharply and with vaccination in sight, India’s economic recovery will be “ful...",negative,-0.954905808
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.8-pct higher,1/6/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.83 percent higher Wednesday  with Browns Investments, Vallible one and Commercial Leasing and ...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.8-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.83 percent higher Wednesday  with Browns Investments, Vallible one and Commercial Leasing and ...",negative,-0.992713273
Sri Lanka has asked India for Covid 19 vaccines - Indian FM,1/6/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka has conveyed its interest in accessing COVID-19 vaccines from India, Delhi’s top envoy External Affairs Mini...","Sri Lanka has asked India for Covid 19 vaccines - Indian FM Sri Lanka has conveyed its interest in accessing COVID-19 vaccines from India, Delhi’s top envoy External Affairs Mini...",positive,0.957672179
"Sri Lanka seeks vaccines, talks on pharma, tourism, infrastructure investments: India Minister",1/6/2021,Economy, Sri Lanka has sought Coronavirus vaccines from India and the two countries had also discussed investments in infrastruc...,"Sri Lanka seeks vaccines, talks on pharma, tourism, infrastructure investments: India Minister  Sri Lanka has sought Coronavirus vaccines from India and the two countries had also discussed investments in infrastruc...",positive,0.65950942
"Sri Lanka seeking investor for East Terminal, expert committee report awaited: Ports Minister",1/6/2021,Logistics,Sri Lanka is seeking an investor to complete the East Container Terminal of the Colombo Port and a report from a technic...,"Sri Lanka seeking investor for East Terminal, expert committee report awaited: Ports Minister Sri Lanka is seeking an investor to complete the East Container Terminal of the Colombo Port and a report from a technic...",negative,-0.964198709
Opinion: Moving Towards Necessary Balance,1/6/2021,Democracy,With multiple challenges ahead such as resolving the issue of burial of Muslims who die of Covid 19 and the contentious ...,Opinion: Moving Towards Necessary Balance With multiple challenges ahead such as resolving the issue of burial of Muslims who die of Covid 19 and the contentious ...,positive,0.997531533
Sri Lanka GDP to grow 3.3-pct in 2021: World Bank,1/6/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's economic growth is expected to recover to 3.3 percent in 2021, and 2.2 percent in 2022 after contracting 6.7...","Sri Lanka GDP to grow 3.3-pct in 2021: World Bank Sri Lanka's economic growth is expected to recover to 3.3 percent in 2021, and 2.2 percent in 2022 after contracting 6.7...",positive,0.779246151
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer in one-month forwards, gilt yields flat",1/6/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted firmer around 189.50/191.50 to the US dollar in the one month market on Wednesday, while bond...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer in one-month forwards, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee was quoted firmer around 189.50/191.50 to the US dollar in the one month market on Wednesday, while bond...",negative,-0.99763906
Sri Lanka AG orders criminal probe over ETI Finance linked Rs13b unauthorised accounts,1/6/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka's Attorney General has ordered a criminal probe over 13 billion rupees of illegal deposits allegedly taken by ...,Sri Lanka AG orders criminal probe over ETI Finance linked Rs13b unauthorised accounts Sri Lanka's Attorney General has ordered a criminal probe over 13 billion rupees of illegal deposits allegedly taken by ...,negative,-0.988736093
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus isolates Eheliyagoda, Pujapitiya areas; death in Matale",1/6/2021,Health, Sri Lanka has Coronavirus isolated areas in Pujapitiya and Eheliyagoda while several areas in Akkaraipattu had been rel...,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus isolates Eheliyagoda, Pujapitiya areas; death in Matale  Sri Lanka has Coronavirus isolated areas in Pujapitiya and Eheliyagoda while several areas in Akkaraipattu had been rel...",negative,-0.99799037
Sri Lanka to improve resolution of failing banks: CB Governor,1/6/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka is improving the process of dealing with failing banks and finance companies and which will prevent contagion ...,Sri Lanka to improve resolution of failing banks: CB Governor Sri Lanka is improving the process of dealing with failing banks and finance companies and which will prevent contagion ...,positive,0.911412895
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in one-month forwards, gilt yields steady",1/5/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 192/192.50 to the US dollar in the one month market on Tuesday, while bond yields s...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in one-month forwards, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 192/192.50 to the US dollar in the one month market on Tuesday, while bond yields s...",negative,-0.984908581
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,1/5/2021,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka stock market close 1.22 percent higher on Tuesday continuing the surge for the second day, pushed up by index ...","Sri Lanka stocks end higher Sri Lanka stock market close 1.22 percent higher on Tuesday continuing the surge for the second day, pushed up by index ...",negative,-0.612520158
Slight downward trend in Sri Lanka's daily COVID-19 cases inconclusive; more testing needed,1/5/2021,Health,Daily COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka since the emergence of the second wave are showing a slight downward trend from end De...,Slight downward trend in Sri Lanka's daily COVID-19 cases inconclusive; more testing needed Daily COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka since the emergence of the second wave are showing a slight downward trend from end De...,negative,-0.998470485
Two Indian companies to roll out Covid vaccines,1/5/2021,Health,"Two of India’s biggest Pharmaceutical companies have jointly announced that they will develop, manufacture and supply ...","Two Indian companies to roll out Covid vaccines Two of India’s biggest Pharmaceutical companies have jointly announced that they will develop, manufacture and supply ...",positive,0.998173952
Sri Lanka to open airports for tourist flights from January 21: Tourism Minister,1/5/2021,Tourism,"Sri Lanka will open airports for commercial tourist flights from January 21, 2021 and travel industry will have follow r...","Sri Lanka to open airports for tourist flights from January 21: Tourism Minister Sri Lanka will open airports for commercial tourist flights from January 21, 2021 and travel industry will have follow r...",positive,0.9602952
"Udayanga Weeratunga in bubble, one law, one country not possible: Sri Lanka Tourism Minister",1/5/2021,Business,"Udayanga Weeratunga, a former envoy to Ukraine who is under fire for arranging tours allegedly flouting of health rules ...","Udayanga Weeratunga in bubble, one law, one country not possible: Sri Lanka Tourism Minister Udayanga Weeratunga, a former envoy to Ukraine who is under fire for arranging tours allegedly flouting of health rules ...",negative,-0.995875299
"Sri Lanka extends new exchange controls till July 02, 2021",1/5/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka has extended exchange controls introduced after a steep fall in the currency around March and April 2020, in t...","Sri Lanka extends new exchange controls till July 02, 2021 Sri Lanka has extended exchange controls introduced after a steep fall in the currency around March and April 2020, in t...",negative,-0.979133427
Sri Lanka should start fund to bring back stranded workers: legislator,1/5/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka should start a fund to bring back stranded foreign workers, as some are reportedly being forced into prostitut...","Sri Lanka should start fund to bring back stranded workers: legislator Sri Lanka should start a fund to bring back stranded foreign workers, as some are reportedly being forced into prostitut...",negative,-0.978872359
Sri Lanka to sign on Covid vaccine phase two,1/5/2021,Health,Sri Lanka will sign part two of the COVAX agreement with the World Health Organisation this week which will enable the c...,Sri Lanka to sign on Covid vaccine phase two Sri Lanka will sign part two of the COVAX agreement with the World Health Organisation this week which will enable the c...,positive,0.993750513
Police rule out extremism in the attack on Mawanella Buddha statue,1/5/2021,Crime,"Police are ruling out any extremism or terrorism associated with the minor attack on a Buddha statue in Hingula, Mawanel...","Police rule out extremism in the attack on Mawanella Buddha statue Police are ruling out any extremism or terrorism associated with the minor attack on a Buddha statue in Hingula, Mawanel...",negative,-0.920437217
Sri Lanka state-run trading firm to buy paddy at Rs50-Rs44 a kilo,1/5/2021,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's state-run Paddy Marketing Board will buy rough rice harvested in the current Maha cultivation season at pric...,Sri Lanka state-run trading firm to buy paddy at Rs50-Rs44 a kilo Sri Lanka's state-run Paddy Marketing Board will buy rough rice harvested in the current Maha cultivation season at pric...,negative,-0.995461762
Sri Lanka Port City Commission Law approved for drafting,1/5/2021,Legal,Sri Lanka's Cabinet of Ministers had approved the drafting of a law to set up a Commission to oversee activities at Colo...,Sri Lanka Port City Commission Law approved for drafting Sri Lanka's Cabinet of Ministers had approved the drafting of a law to set up a Commission to oversee activities at Colo...,negative,-0.569844544
"Sri Lanka to extend controversial Press Council law to electronic, new media",1/5/2021,Media,"Sri Lanka will extend a controversial Press Council law enacted in 1973 to electronic and media, according to a decision...","Sri Lanka to extend controversial Press Council law to electronic, new media Sri Lanka will extend a controversial Press Council law enacted in 1973 to electronic and media, according to a decision...",positive,0.723360837
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly stronger in one month forwards, gilt yields steady",1/5/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger around 190/192 to the US dollar in the one month market on Tuesday, while bond yield...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly stronger in one month forwards, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger around 190/192 to the US dollar in the one month market on Tuesday, while bond yield...",negative,-0.517695785
"Sri Lanka import controls 'essential', open economy to be reviewed: CB Governor",1/5/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's import controls on so-called 'non-essential' goods are essential to stop foreign exchange 'leakages' Central...,"Sri Lanka import controls 'essential', open economy to be reviewed: CB Governor Sri Lanka's import controls on so-called 'non-essential' goods are essential to stop foreign exchange 'leakages' Central...",positive,0.970504165
"Sri Lanka to encourage bank mergers, expand to region: CB Governor",1/5/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka will help smaller banks to merge with stronger ones and large commercial banks will also be encouraged to go a...,"Sri Lanka to encourage bank mergers, expand to region: CB Governor Sri Lanka will help smaller banks to merge with stronger ones and large commercial banks will also be encouraged to go a...",positive,0.99768579
England cricketer Moeen Ali tests positive for Covid-19 in Sri Lanka,1/4/2021,Culture,"England player Moeen Ali had tested positive for a Coronavirus test conducted on Sunday January 03, after landing in Sri...","England cricketer Moeen Ali tests positive for Covid-19 in Sri Lanka England player Moeen Ali had tested positive for a Coronavirus test conducted on Sunday January 03, after landing in Sri...",negative,-0.98323375
Sri Lanka to issue a 2000 rupee banknote again,1/4/2021,Economy," A new 2000 Sri Lanka rupee banknote will be introduced in 2021 with improved security features, as part of the existing...","Sri Lanka to issue a 2000 rupee banknote again  A new 2000 Sri Lanka rupee banknote will be introduced in 2021 with improved security features, as part of the existing...",positive,0.993779957
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in one month forwards, gilts flat",1/4/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 191/193 to the US dollar in the one month market on Monday, while bond yields were ...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in one month forwards, gilts flat Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 191/193 to the US dollar in the one month market on Monday, while bond yields were ...",negative,-0.99917835
Severe lightning warning issued for several places,1/4/2021,Weather and Climate,The Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory for severe lightning with thunderstorms at several places in Sabara...,Severe lightning warning issued for several places The Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory for severe lightning with thunderstorms at several places in Sabara...,negative,-0.941909969
"Sri Lanka Development Bonds in more foreign currencies, direct bond sales eyed: CB Governor",1/4/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka Development Bonds, currently a dollar denominated government security, will be issued in more foreign currenci...","Sri Lanka Development Bonds in more foreign currencies, direct bond sales eyed: CB Governor Sri Lanka Development Bonds, currently a dollar denominated government security, will be issued in more foreign currenci...",negative,-0.988763928
Sri Lanka will continue repatriation but at a slower pace – Foreign Secy,1/4/2021,Health,Sri Lanka will continue the repatriation of Sri Lankans abroad at a slow pace due to the capacity of the quarantine cent...,Sri Lanka will continue repatriation but at a slower pace – Foreign Secy Sri Lanka will continue the repatriation of Sri Lankans abroad at a slow pace due to the capacity of the quarantine cent...,negative,-0.975523531
Sri Lanka stocks soars on opening day 2021,1/4/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stock market close 1.78 percent higher on the opening day of 2021, pushed up by index heavy Ceylon Tobacco Com...","Sri Lanka stocks soars on opening day 2021 Sri Lanka stock market close 1.78 percent higher on the opening day of 2021, pushed up by index heavy Ceylon Tobacco Com...",positive,0.924302518
"Sri Lanka tourism regulator not provided Ukrainian travel itinerary; Sigiriya, P'naruwa trips cancel...",1/4/2021,Health,Sri Lanka’s tourism regulator was not informed of a Ukrainian tour group’s excursions to Mirissa and Yala last week ...,"Sri Lanka tourism regulator not provided Ukrainian travel itinerary; Sigiriya, P'naruwa trips cancel... Sri Lanka’s tourism regulator was not informed of a Ukrainian tour group’s excursions to Mirissa and Yala last week ...",negative,-0.999464333
Indian Foreign Minister here tomorrow for talks,1/4/2021,International Relations,"India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr S. Jaishankar will be the first high-profile guest of the government this year a...","Indian Foreign Minister here tomorrow for talks India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr S. Jaishankar will be the first high-profile guest of the government this year a...",positive,0.999597132
Sri Lanka to keep 'permanent' single digit interest rates: CB Governor,1/4/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka will establish a 'permanent single digit interest rate structure' in the country, which will benefit the busin...","Sri Lanka to keep 'permanent' single digit interest rates: CB Governor Sri Lanka will establish a 'permanent single digit interest rate structure' in the country, which will benefit the busin...",positive,0.998074055
Rwandan help to fight Fall Army Worm part of on-going cooperation – Army spokesman,1/4/2021,Agriculture,Rwandan military officers conducting experimental spraying of pesticides to combat the Fall Army Worm which is threateni...,Rwandan help to fight Fall Army Worm part of on-going cooperation – Army spokesman Rwandan military officers conducting experimental spraying of pesticides to combat the Fall Army Worm which is threateni...,negative,-0.794037104
"Sri Lanka 2020 GDP to shrink  3.9-pct, monetary policy for growth in 2021: CB Governor",1/4/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's economy will contract 3.9 percent 2020 hit by a Coronavirus shock, and the central bank will continue with '...","Sri Lanka 2020 GDP to shrink  3.9-pct, monetary policy for growth in 2021: CB Governor Sri Lanka's economy will contract 3.9 percent 2020 hit by a Coronavirus shock, and the central bank will continue with '...",negative,-0.982516825
Sri Lanka rupee opens steady in one-month market,1/4/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker around 189.50/190.50 to the US dollar in the one month market on Monday, while bond yi...","Sri Lanka rupee opens steady in one-month market Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker around 189.50/190.50 to the US dollar in the one month market on Monday, while bond yi...",negative,-0.995802104
"Sri Lanka private loans positive in November, credit to state expands",1/4/2021,Banking,"Sri Lanka's commercial banks loans to private customers grew by 41.4 billion rupees in November 2020, slower than the 59...","Sri Lanka private loans positive in November, credit to state expands Sri Lanka's commercial banks loans to private customers grew by 41.4 billion rupees in November 2020, slower than the 59...",negative,-0.969165266
"Arthashasthra, for new thinking on Sri Lanka statecraft",1/4/2021,Arthashasthra,"Arthashasthra is a treatise on statecraft, supposedly written by Kautilya, also known as Chanakya, in the time of Chandr...","Arthashasthra, for new thinking on Sri Lanka statecraft Arthashasthra is a treatise on statecraft, supposedly written by Kautilya, also known as Chanakya, in the time of Chandr...",negative,-0.850159407
"Sri Lankans banned from Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya when Ukrainians visit",1/3/2021,Business,Sri Lanka will restrict access to important religious and archaeological sites to its citizens as a group of Ukrainian t...,"Sri Lankans banned from Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya when Ukrainians visit Sri Lanka will restrict access to important religious and archaeological sites to its citizens as a group of Ukrainian t...",negative,-0.995977461
"Sri Lanka Cricket employee tests positive for Coronavirus, England team arrives",1/3/2021,Sports,"Sri Lanka Cricket said an employee has tested positive for Coronavirus on Saturday January 02, and has been isolated and...","Sri Lanka Cricket employee tests positive for Coronavirus, England team arrives Sri Lanka Cricket said an employee has tested positive for Coronavirus on Saturday January 02, and has been isolated and...",negative,-0.988399625
Sri Lanka's State Mortgage and Investment Bank [SL]BBB+ rating confirmed: ICRA,1/3/2021,Banking,"ICRA Lanka said it was confirming a domestic [SL]BBB+ rating of State Mortgage and Investment Bank, a state-run housing ...","Sri Lanka's State Mortgage and Investment Bank [SL]BBB+ rating confirmed: ICRA ICRA Lanka said it was confirming a domestic [SL]BBB+ rating of State Mortgage and Investment Bank, a state-run housing ...",negative,-0.776967347
Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank downgraded to CCC+ after sovereign rating cut,1/3/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank has been downgraded to 'CCC+' from 'B-' by Standard and Poor's after an earlier cut in the soverei...,Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank downgraded to CCC+ after sovereign rating cut Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank has been downgraded to 'CCC+' from 'B-' by Standard and Poor's after an earlier cut in the soverei...,negative,-0.997761369
"Sri Lanka repatriates 60,470 nationals, 68,000 awaiting return amid Coronavirus layoffs: Foreign Sec...",1/3/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka has so far repatriated 60,470 national from foreign countries amid a Coronavirus crisis and a waiting list has...","Sri Lanka repatriates 60,470 nationals, 68,000 awaiting return amid Coronavirus layoffs: Foreign Sec... Sri Lanka has so far repatriated 60,470 national from foreign countries amid a Coronavirus crisis and a waiting list has...",negative,-0.995564759
Sri Lanka government bank overdraft tops half a trillion rupees,1/3/2021,Economy,"A Sri Lanka government overdraft by mostly at state-run banks had topped half a trillion rupees by August 2020, spiking ...","Sri Lanka government bank overdraft tops half a trillion rupees A Sri Lanka government overdraft by mostly at state-run banks had topped half a trillion rupees by August 2020, spiking ...",negative,-0.9931463
Sri Lanka school dropout crisis of poor kids could worsen from Coronavirus: think tank,1/2/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's Coronavirus school closures could aggravate the plight of poor kids who already form the overwhelming majori...,Sri Lanka school dropout crisis of poor kids could worsen from Coronavirus: think tank Sri Lanka's Coronavirus school closures could aggravate the plight of poor kids who already form the overwhelming majori...,negative,-0.997775376
"Sri Lanka mammals, endemic shrews to whales, showcased in new book",1/2/2021,Environment,Sri Lanka's mammals are showcased in a new field guide illustrated with 300 colour photographs of nearly 130 species ran...,"Sri Lanka mammals, endemic shrews to whales, showcased in new book Sri Lanka's mammals are showcased in a new field guide illustrated with 300 colour photographs of nearly 130 species ran...",positive,0.995465696
Expert committee says burial of Covid 19 dead can take place with precautions,1/2/2021,Health,The expert committee advising the government on the disposal of the remains of those who die of the Covid 19 virus is re...,Expert committee says burial of Covid 19 dead can take place with precautions The expert committee advising the government on the disposal of the remains of those who die of the Covid 19 virus is re...,negative,-0.997994065
"Sri Lanka military to run driver database, produce driving licenses",1/2/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's military had taken over the running of a databases of citizens authorized to drive and produce driving licen...,"Sri Lanka military to run driver database, produce driving licenses Sri Lanka's military had taken over the running of a databases of citizens authorized to drive and produce driving licen...",negative,-0.98887068
Sri Lanka Covid 19 death rate comparable to global average - Samaraweera,1/1/2021,Health,Sri Lanka’s fatality rate from the Covid 19 pandemic is equal to the global rate which is around 9 deaths per million ...,Sri Lanka Covid 19 death rate comparable to global average - Samaraweera Sri Lanka’s fatality rate from the Covid 19 pandemic is equal to the global rate which is around 9 deaths per million ...,negative,-0.994172037
Sri Lanka rupee starts 2021 weaker against greenback,1/1/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted weaker on January 01, 2021 in late trading dealers said, after strengthening on December 31...","Sri Lanka rupee starts 2021 weaker against greenback Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted weaker on January 01, 2021 in late trading dealers said, after strengthening on December 31...",negative,-0.996819973
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus Kaththankudy, Kalmunai areas, Covid deaths top 200",1/1/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka has Coronavirus isolated several areas in Kalmunai in the East of the island, while death from Covid-19 reache...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus Kaththankudy, Kalmunai areas, Covid deaths top 200 Sri Lanka has Coronavirus isolated several areas in Kalmunai in the East of the island, while death from Covid-19 reache...",negative,-0.988956511
WHO helping poorer countries to get Pfizer Covid vaccine,1/1/2021,Health,"The World Health Organization (WHO) has listed Pfizer and BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use, in order to s...","WHO helping poorer countries to get Pfizer Covid vaccine The World Health Organization (WHO) has listed Pfizer and BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use, in order to s...",negative,-0.991175652
"Sri Lanka plans gold backed securities, corporate debt repos: CSE Chairman",1/1/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange is planning to trade gold backed securities and create an over-the-counter market for...,"Sri Lanka plans gold backed securities, corporate debt repos: CSE Chairman Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange is planning to trade gold backed securities and create an over-the-counter market for...",negative,-0.899701416
Sri Lanka rough rice output in 2021 Maha could be down 10-pct,1/1/2021,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's paddy farming in the 2021 Maha (main) season is below average, the state agricultural office said, forecasti...","Sri Lanka rough rice output in 2021 Maha could be down 10-pct Sri Lanka's paddy farming in the 2021 Maha (main) season is below average, the state agricultural office said, forecasti...",negative,-0.999054015
Sri Lanka inflation reaches 4.2-pct by end 2020,12/31/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank has generated inflation of 4.2 percent in the 12-months 2020 as measured by the Colombo Consume...,Sri Lanka inflation reaches 4.2-pct by end 2020 Sri Lanka's central bank has generated inflation of 4.2 percent in the 12-months 2020 as measured by the Colombo Consume...,negative,-0.956916034
Sri Lanka Covid 19: Top docs say burial of dead will not spread disease,12/31/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s College of Community Physicians (CCPSL) has made a definitive statement as to whether the remains of peopl...,Sri Lanka Covid 19: Top docs say burial of dead will not spread disease Sri Lanka’s College of Community Physicians (CCPSL) has made a definitive statement as to whether the remains of peopl...,positive,0.71516341
"Sri Lanka stocks up 10.5-pct in 2020, share values gain Rs109bn",12/31/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks ended 2020 rising 10.5 percent, with stock values gaining 109 billion rupees recovering from a steep do...","Sri Lanka stocks up 10.5-pct in 2020, share values gain Rs109bn Sri Lanka stocks ended 2020 rising 10.5 percent, with stock values gaining 109 billion rupees recovering from a steep do...",negative,-0.925235629
Sri Lanka rupee firmer amid intervention,12/31/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was bid around 186 to the US dollars with no offers, in intra -day trading on December 31, with activity...","Sri Lanka rupee firmer amid intervention Sri Lanka rupee was bid around 186 to the US dollars with no offers, in intra -day trading on December 31, with activity...",negative,-0.995033145
Sri Lanka calls for joint patrols to tackle poaching fishermen from India,12/31/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka had called for joint patrols to end continued poaching in the Northern waters of the island and India requeste...,Sri Lanka calls for joint patrols to tackle poaching fishermen from India Sri Lanka had called for joint patrols to end continued poaching in the Northern waters of the island and India requeste...,negative,-0.965666533
"Sri Lanka rupee steady, bond yields flat",12/30/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted slightly weaker around 187.00/188.50 to the US dollar in the next spot market on Wednesday, w...","Sri Lanka rupee steady, bond yields flat Sri Lanka rupee was quoted slightly weaker around 187.00/188.50 to the US dollar in the next spot market on Wednesday, w...",negative,-0.998635352
Vietnam signs free trade agreement with UK as Sri Lanka controls imports,12/30/2020,Economy,"Vietnam said it has signed a free trade agreement with UK moving beyond an existing deal with the European Union, which ...","Vietnam signs free trade agreement with UK as Sri Lanka controls imports Vietnam said it has signed a free trade agreement with UK moving beyond an existing deal with the European Union, which ...",negative,-0.718535304
"Sri Lanka fails to sell 53-pct of Treasuries at auction, ceiling rate nudged up",12/30/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has failed to sell 48 percent of Treasuries offered at an 'auction' despite a pre-announced ceiling rate being...,"Sri Lanka fails to sell 53-pct of Treasuries at auction, ceiling rate nudged up Sri Lanka has failed to sell 48 percent of Treasuries offered at an 'auction' despite a pre-announced ceiling rate being...",negative,-0.999616504
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,12/30/2020,Markets," Sri Lanka stocks close 0.64 percent higher on Wednesday, pushed up by Ceylinco Insurance, ExpoLanka and Hemas Holdings,...","Sri Lanka stocks end higher  Sri Lanka stocks close 0.64 percent higher on Wednesday, pushed up by Ceylinco Insurance, ExpoLanka and Hemas Holdings,...",negative,-0.972856283
Fear that ethnic tensions may be sparked in Mawanella,12/30/2020,Crime,Activists fear that unknown persons are attempting to stoke ethnic tensions in Mawanella similar to the incident in Dece...,Fear that ethnic tensions may be sparked in Mawanella Activists fear that unknown persons are attempting to stoke ethnic tensions in Mawanella similar to the incident in Dece...,negative,-0.996899486
PC polls postponement partly due to Right-Wing pressure,12/30/2020,Constitutional Amendments,Sri Lanka’s decision to indefinitely postpone Provincial Council (PC) elections controversially was made due to sustai...,PC polls postponement partly due to Right-Wing pressure Sri Lanka’s decision to indefinitely postpone Provincial Council (PC) elections controversially was made due to sustai...,negative,-0.998617649
Three Ukrainian tourists test positive for COVID-19 in Sri Lanka's tourism revival project,12/30/2020,Health,Three Ukrainian tourists who arrived in Sri Lanka on Monday (28) as part of a pilot project to restart tourism in Sri La...,Three Ukrainian tourists test positive for COVID-19 in Sri Lanka's tourism revival project Three Ukrainian tourists who arrived in Sri Lanka on Monday (28) as part of a pilot project to restart tourism in Sri La...,negative,-0.964803874
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly weaker, gilt yields flat",12/30/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted slightly weaker around 187.00/187.50 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while ...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly weaker, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee was quoted slightly weaker around 187.00/187.50 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while ...",negative,-0.99936527
Sri Lanka foreign remittances up 18-pct in November,12/30/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's foreign remittances grew 18 percent from a year earlier to 611.7 million US dollars in November 2020, amid a...","Sri Lanka foreign remittances up 18-pct in November Sri Lanka's foreign remittances grew 18 percent from a year earlier to 611.7 million US dollars in November 2020, amid a...",negative,-0.960578024
Sri Lanka prosperity dips in 2019,12/30/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's prosperity index which tracks parameters going beyond output including employment, wages and infrastructure ...","Sri Lanka prosperity dips in 2019 Sri Lanka's prosperity index which tracks parameters going beyond output including employment, wages and infrastructure ...",negative,-0.975954354
NPC proposes “enhanced” devolution in new Constitution,12/29/2020,Constitutional Amendments,Sri Lanka’s system of devolved power provided by the Provincial Councils should be enhanced and activated to create a ...,NPC proposes “enhanced” devolution in new Constitution Sri Lanka’s system of devolved power provided by the Provincial Councils should be enhanced and activated to create a ...,positive,0.940772653
Sri Lanka to set up National Salt Company SOE with Elephant Pass salterns,12/29/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka will set up state owned enterprise named National Salt Company to run salt pan in the Northern Province.,Sri Lanka to set up National Salt Company SOE with Elephant Pass salterns Sri Lanka will set up state owned enterprise named National Salt Company to run salt pan in the Northern Province.,negative,-0.976168811
Kegalle PHIs contest official COVID-19 figures for district,12/29/2020,Health,Local public health inspectors (PHIs) in the Kegalle district are contesting the official COVID-19 figures released for ...,Kegalle PHIs contest official COVID-19 figures for district Local public health inspectors (PHIs) in the Kegalle district are contesting the official COVID-19 figures released for ...,negative,-0.996536374
Authorities prepare for Adam’s Peak season despite Covid 19,12/29/2020,Culture,The annual Sri Pada season when thousands of pilgrims climb Adam’s Peak each year begins today under strict guidelines...,Authorities prepare for Adam’s Peak season despite Covid 19 The annual Sri Pada season when thousands of pilgrims climb Adam’s Peak each year begins today under strict guidelines...,negative,-0.705033481
Sri Lanka to sell airtime on ex-DW relay station to Encompass Digital Media,12/29/2020,Business,Sri Lanka has agreed to sell airtime on a former Deutsche Welle relay station in Trincomallee in the North East of the i...,Sri Lanka to sell airtime on ex-DW relay station to Encompass Digital Media Sri Lanka has agreed to sell airtime on a former Deutsche Welle relay station in Trincomallee in the North East of the i...,negative,-0.988678396
Sri Lanka army chief promoted to four star General,12/29/2020,Defence,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had promoted army chief Shavendra Silva to a four star general effective from D...,Sri Lanka army chief promoted to four star General Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had promoted army chief Shavendra Silva to a four star general effective from D...,positive,0.994871378
Officials warn consumers of “Covid cures” of complacency against the pandemic,12/28/2020,Health,Health officials working in the Kegalle-Warakapola area where a local Shaman is touting a cure for Covid 19 are warning ...,Officials warn consumers of “Covid cures” of complacency against the pandemic Health officials working in the Kegalle-Warakapola area where a local Shaman is touting a cure for Covid 19 are warning ...,negative,-0.996141613
Sri Lanka welcomes first tourists ending 9-month Covid-19 hiatus,12/28/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka welcomed the first tourists on December 28, after a 9-month break with a tour group arriving in flight from Uk...","Sri Lanka welcomes first tourists ending 9-month Covid-19 hiatus Sri Lanka welcomed the first tourists on December 28, after a 9-month break with a tour group arriving in flight from Uk...",positive,0.993462801
Sri Lanka rupee firmer after intervention,12/28/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer around 188.00/188.50 to the US dollar in the spot next market Monday with interventions af...,Sri Lanka rupee firmer after intervention Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer around 188.00/188.50 to the US dollar in the spot next market Monday with interventions af...,negative,-0.992767215
Sri Lanka stocks end higer,12/28/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.29 percent higher on Monday, pushed up by Browns Investments, Hemas Holdings and Hayleys Plc, C...","Sri Lanka stocks end higer Sri Lanka stocks close 0.29 percent higher on Monday, pushed up by Browns Investments, Hemas Holdings and Hayleys Plc, C...",negative,-0.986790836
Sri Lanka DG Commerce competent authority for anti-dumping duties,12/28/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka is to appoint the Director General of Commerce as Competent Authority for actions under an anti-dumping and sa...,Sri Lanka DG Commerce competent authority for anti-dumping duties Sri Lanka is to appoint the Director General of Commerce as Competent Authority for actions under an anti-dumping and sa...,positive,0.981104553
"Two returnees from the UK test positive as Sri Lanka's COVID-19 cases surge past 41,000",12/28/2020,Health,Two returnees from the United Kingdom along with four other returnees from elsewhere tested positive for COVID-19 over a...,"Two returnees from the UK test positive as Sri Lanka's COVID-19 cases surge past 41,000 Two returnees from the United Kingdom along with four other returnees from elsewhere tested positive for COVID-19 over a...",negative,-0.992517948
CID probing alleged theft of explosives from Mawanella quarry,12/28/2020,Crime,Police are yet to find those responsible for investigations for the alleged theft of a stock of explosives from a rock q...,CID probing alleged theft of explosives from Mawanella quarry Police are yet to find those responsible for investigations for the alleged theft of a stock of explosives from a rock q...,negative,-0.993853211
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields flat",12/28/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer at 185.50/186.50 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bond yields remained...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer at 185.50/186.50 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bond yields remained...",negative,-0.99661237
Sri Lanka to open cinemas on Jan 01 under Coronavirus rules: PM,12/28/2020,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka will open cinemas around the country from January 01, 2021, under Coronavirus health rules, Prime Minister Mah...","Sri Lanka to open cinemas on Jan 01 under Coronavirus rules: PM Sri Lanka will open cinemas around the country from January 01, 2021, under Coronavirus health rules, Prime Minister Mah...",negative,-0.909202814
Sri Lanka President visits maize farms hit by fall armyworm,12/28/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had visited maize farms hit by infestations of fall armyworm, his office said.","Sri Lanka President visits maize farms hit by fall armyworm Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had visited maize farms hit by infestations of fall armyworm, his office said.",negative,-0.996442258
"Sri Lanka ends Coronavirus isolation in some Colombo divisions, Ratnapura areas isolated",12/28/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has ended Coronavirus isolation in several areas in the capital Colombo from Monday December 28, and designate...","Sri Lanka ends Coronavirus isolation in some Colombo divisions, Ratnapura areas isolated Sri Lanka has ended Coronavirus isolation in several areas in the capital Colombo from Monday December 28, and designate...",negative,-0.979702652
"Powerful Order of Buddhist Monks, Christians and Hindus ask for burial of Covid victims",12/27/2020,Health,One of the country’s biggest Chapter of Buddhist Monks the joint Amarapura-Ramanna sect is asking President Gotabaya R...,"Powerful Order of Buddhist Monks, Christians and Hindus ask for burial of Covid victims One of the country’s biggest Chapter of Buddhist Monks the joint Amarapura-Ramanna sect is asking President Gotabaya R...",negative,-0.875117898
US support if Sri Lanka 'asserts sovereignty against' China,12/27/2020,Political News,"US financial support will be contingent on Sri Lanka asserting its sovereignty ""against influence by the People’s Repu...","US support if Sri Lanka 'asserts sovereignty against' China US financial support will be contingent on Sri Lanka asserting its sovereignty ""against influence by the People’s Repu...",negative,-0.996399164
"SriLankan Airlines 2024 bonds downgraded to 'CCC', trades at steep discount",12/27/2020,Economy," State-run SriLankan Airlines Plc, dollar bonds due in 2024 have been downgraded to 'CCC' by Fitch after a sovereign rat...","SriLankan Airlines 2024 bonds downgraded to 'CCC', trades at steep discount  State-run SriLankan Airlines Plc, dollar bonds due in 2024 have been downgraded to 'CCC' by Fitch after a sovereign rat...",negative,-0.998424053
Strike Zone: Sri Lanka is a leading place for whales getting hit by ships,12/27/2020,Animal Rights,Why do whales get hit by ships? Why does ship strike happen?,Strike Zone: Sri Lanka is a leading place for whales getting hit by ships Why do whales get hit by ships? Why does ship strike happen?,negative,-0.991142511
Sri Lanka waives landing and parking fees to Mattala and Ratmalana airports,12/27/2020,Aviation,Sri Lanka is waiving landing and parking fees of international flights to Mattala and Ratmalana airports in a bid to enc...,Sri Lanka waives landing and parking fees to Mattala and Ratmalana airports Sri Lanka is waiving landing and parking fees of international flights to Mattala and Ratmalana airports in a bid to enc...,negative,-0.996399879
"Sri Lanka 7-pct mortgage loans for houses, land, apartments, renovation",12/26/2020,Banking,"Mortgage loans at a state mandated 7 percent rate given to salaries workers could be used to build houses, purchase a la...","Sri Lanka 7-pct mortgage loans for houses, land, apartments, renovation Mortgage loans at a state mandated 7 percent rate given to salaries workers could be used to build houses, purchase a la...",negative,-0.980372608
No link between incineration of Mink bodies in Denmark and Covid in the groundwater – experts,12/26/2020,Environment,The decision by the Danish government to incinerate the remains of millions of Mink who were slaughtered and buried afte...,No link between incineration of Mink bodies in Denmark and Covid in the groundwater – experts The decision by the Danish government to incinerate the remains of millions of Mink who were slaughtered and buried afte...,negative,-0.998496652
Sri Lanka dried coconut slice imports made state monopoly,12/26/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka is allowing the import of coconut dried coconut slices with the seed coat for domestic processing, under a sta...","Sri Lanka dried coconut slice imports made state monopoly Sri Lanka is allowing the import of coconut dried coconut slices with the seed coat for domestic processing, under a sta...",negative,-0.978913665
Sri Lanka domestic ratings revamped by Fitch after downgrade to CCC,12/26/2020,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka ratings of a number of issuers would be changed with a re-caliberation of the local rating scale that came in...,Sri Lanka domestic ratings revamped by Fitch after downgrade to CCC  Sri Lanka ratings of a number of issuers would be changed with a re-caliberation of the local rating scale that came in...,negative,-0.99838829
Sri Lanka re-starts tourism under Covid-19 rules from December 28,12/25/2020,Business,"The first charter flight from Ukraine carrying tourists is due to arrive in Sri Lanka on December 28 an official said, r...","Sri Lanka re-starts tourism under Covid-19 rules from December 28 The first charter flight from Ukraine carrying tourists is due to arrive in Sri Lanka on December 28 an official said, r...",negative,-0.943011105
Sri Lanka's LOLC Finance's ICRA rating confirmed at [SL]A,12/25/2020,Banking,"ICRA Lanka said it was confirming a [SL] A rating of LOLC Finance Plc,  with a stbel outlook taking a consolidated view ...","Sri Lanka's LOLC Finance's ICRA rating confirmed at [SL]A ICRA Lanka said it was confirming a [SL] A rating of LOLC Finance Plc,  with a stbel outlook taking a consolidated view ...",negative,-0.908057511
Life is tough in locked-down Covid infected inner-city Colombo,12/25/2020,Health,"Death, hunger, loss of livelihood and scarce access to on-line learning are daily occurrences for people living in Covid...","Life is tough in locked-down Covid infected inner-city Colombo Death, hunger, loss of livelihood and scarce access to on-line learning are daily occurrences for people living in Covid...",negative,-0.998773158
Sri Lanka PM wishes Christmas under Covid-19 guidelines,12/25/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa in his Christmas message called for a safe Christmas under health guideline...,Sri Lanka PM wishes Christmas under Covid-19 guidelines Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa in his Christmas message called for a safe Christmas under health guideline...,positive,0.848134279
"Sri Lanka to act 'aggressively' on forex market, take dollar peg to Rs185: Central Bank",12/24/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's central bank said it would aggressively to bring the rupee to 185 to the US dollar as the currency weakened ...,"Sri Lanka to act 'aggressively' on forex market, take dollar peg to Rs185: Central Bank Sri Lanka's central bank said it would aggressively to bring the rupee to 185 to the US dollar as the currency weakened ...",negative,-0.998114944
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,12/24/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.85 percent higher on Thursday, pushed up by John Keells Holdings, Ceylon Tobacco Company and Ne...","Sri Lanka stocks end higher Sri Lanka stocks close 0.85 percent higher on Thursday, pushed up by John Keells Holdings, Ceylon Tobacco Company and Ne...",negative,-0.939302683
"Sri Lanka exports down 20-pct in November 2020 amid Coronavirus surge, CIS up",12/24/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's exports dipped 20 percent in November 2020 from a year earlier to 747.5 million dollars with shipments to al...,"Sri Lanka exports down 20-pct in November 2020 amid Coronavirus surge, CIS up Sri Lanka's exports dipped 20 percent in November 2020 from a year earlier to 747.5 million dollars with shipments to al...",negative,-0.996277988
Opinion: Government needs to look at issues rationally,12/24/2020,Democracy,Sri Lanka needs to look at issues in a rational manner if it is to build a multi-ethnic and multi-religious nation and e...,Opinion: Government needs to look at issues rationally Sri Lanka needs to look at issues in a rational manner if it is to build a multi-ethnic and multi-religious nation and e...,negative,-0.945904434
No island-wide curfew from Christmas to New Year: army chief,12/24/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka does not intend to impose an island-wide curfew from Christmas to New Year’s Day, Army Commander Lt Gen Shav...","No island-wide curfew from Christmas to New Year: army chief Sri Lanka does not intend to impose an island-wide curfew from Christmas to New Year’s Day, Army Commander Lt Gen Shav...",negative,-0.99207437
Coronavirus tests at 17 Sri Lanka Western Province exits over Christmas: Army Chief,12/24/2020,Health,Sri Lanka authorities will conduct rapid Coronavirus tests at 17 exit points from the Western Province in a bid to reduc...,Coronavirus tests at 17 Sri Lanka Western Province exits over Christmas: Army Chief Sri Lanka authorities will conduct rapid Coronavirus tests at 17 exit points from the Western Province in a bid to reduc...,negative,-0.99722302
Vietnam monetary policy for stability not trade PM tells Trump after false US charges of Dong 'manip...,12/24/2020,Monetary,Vietnam Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has explained State Bank of Vietnam (central bank) monetary policy in a telephon...,Vietnam monetary policy for stability not trade PM tells Trump after false US charges of Dong 'manip... Vietnam Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has explained State Bank of Vietnam (central bank) monetary policy in a telephon...,negative,-0.991934896
Sri Lanka bans banks from buying international sovereign bonds,12/24/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's central bank has barred licensed commercial banks and the state-run National Savings Banks from buying inter...,Sri Lanka bans banks from buying international sovereign bonds Sri Lanka's central bank has barred licensed commercial banks and the state-run National Savings Banks from buying inter...,negative,-0.993723929
Sri Lanka tea plantations propose new wages based on smallholder model,12/24/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's Regional Plantations Companies have proposed new wages based on small holders, which the firms sau can raise...","Sri Lanka tea plantations propose new wages based on smallholder model Sri Lanka's Regional Plantations Companies have proposed new wages based on small holders, which the firms sau can raise...",negative,-0.942761064
Sri Lanka rupee weakens to new recent low amid money printing,12/24/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee weakened to new lows with the US dollar quoted around 190.50 to 191.00 levels in the spot next market ...,Sri Lanka rupee weakens to new recent low amid money printing Sri Lanka's rupee weakened to new lows with the US dollar quoted around 190.50 to 191.00 levels in the spot next market ...,negative,-0.999685407
Sri Lanka stocks end lower,12/23/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.04 percent lower on Wednesday pushed down by  Melstacorp Plc, John Keells Holdings and Ceylon ...","Sri Lanka stocks end lower Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.04 percent lower on Wednesday pushed down by  Melstacorp Plc, John Keells Holdings and Ceylon ...",negative,-0.998852372
Maliban says only one warehouse isolated; operations continue under health regulations,12/23/2020,Health,Only one warehouse at the Maliban biscuit factory premises in Ratmalana has been isolated upon the discovery of several ...,Maliban says only one warehouse isolated; operations continue under health regulations Only one warehouse at the Maliban biscuit factory premises in Ratmalana has been isolated upon the discovery of several ...,negative,-0.9898476
Cardinal calls on government to stop deforestation,12/23/2020,Environment,Roman Catholic leader Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith is calling on the government to enact tougher laws to protect the forests...,Cardinal calls on government to stop deforestation Roman Catholic leader Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith is calling on the government to enact tougher laws to protect the forests...,negative,-0.902975321
Alleged “Baby Farmer” given bail in Moratuwa,12/23/2020,Accident,A 47-year-old man arrested in Matale for allegedly maintaining ‘baby farms’ was released on conditional bail and two...,Alleged “Baby Farmer” given bail in Moratuwa A 47-year-old man arrested in Matale for allegedly maintaining ‘baby farms’ was released on conditional bail and two...,negative,-0.974349439
Maldives Air to commence scheduled flights to Mattala airport starting today,12/23/2020,Economy,"The national carrier of Maldives, Maldivian Air, will commence international scheduled flights into the Mattala Rajapaks...","Maldives Air to commence scheduled flights to Mattala airport starting today The national carrier of Maldives, Maldivian Air, will commence international scheduled flights into the Mattala Rajapaks...",positive,0.989331841
Sri Lanka fruits and vegetable body joins export modernization drive,12/23/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's fruit and vegetable producers and exporters have linked up with a World Bank supported project to modernize ...,Sri Lanka fruits and vegetable body joins export modernization drive Sri Lanka's fruit and vegetable producers and exporters have linked up with a World Bank supported project to modernize ...,positive,0.990858257
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields flat",12/23/2020,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 190.00/191.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday in the spot next market while gilt yie...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields flat  Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 190.00/191.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday in the spot next market while gilt yie...",negative,-0.999150753
Sri Lanka central bank forex purchases decline as credit picks up,12/23/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's central bank bought 7.4 million dollars from forex markets in November and sold 5.0 million dollars to maint...,Sri Lanka central bank forex purchases decline as credit picks up Sri Lanka's central bank bought 7.4 million dollars from forex markets in November and sold 5.0 million dollars to maint...,negative,-0.996098518
Sri Lanka reverses travel relaxation after new Covid-19 strain Foreign Ministry says,12/22/2020,Aviation,"Sri Lanka has re-imposed a rule requiring prior registration of expatriates national who want to return, after a highly ...","Sri Lanka reverses travel relaxation after new Covid-19 strain Foreign Ministry says Sri Lanka has re-imposed a rule requiring prior registration of expatriates national who want to return, after a highly ...",negative,-0.99258548
Sri Lanka bans travellers from UK after new virus,12/22/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has halted all travellers originating or from transiting the UK and passengers who have been to the UK in the ...,Sri Lanka bans travellers from UK after new virus Sri Lanka has halted all travellers originating or from transiting the UK and passengers who have been to the UK in the ...,negative,-0.99560684
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in spot next, gilt yields flat",12/22/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 189.50/190.50 to the US dollar on Tuesday in the spot-next market while gilt yields rem...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in spot next, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 189.50/190.50 to the US dollar on Tuesday in the spot-next market while gilt yields rem...",negative,-0.998197019
Maliban warehouse isolated after workers test positive for COVID-19,12/22/2020,Health,Sri Lanka health authorities had isolated a Maliban biscuits warehouse Ratmalana after some workers tested positive for ...,Maliban warehouse isolated after workers test positive for COVID-19 Sri Lanka health authorities had isolated a Maliban biscuits warehouse Ratmalana after some workers tested positive for ...,negative,-0.994847894
Landslide warnings as heavy rains batter East and Central Hills,12/22/2020,Environment,"Heavy rains and strong winds are battering Sri Lanka’s Eastern and Central areas causing floods and landslides, the co...","Landslide warnings as heavy rains batter East and Central Hills Heavy rains and strong winds are battering Sri Lanka’s Eastern and Central areas causing floods and landslides, the co...",negative,-0.98335743
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,12/22/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.18 percent higher on Tuesday's pushed by index heavy Melstacorp Plc, Browns Investments and Cey...","Sri Lanka stocks end higher Sri Lanka stocks close 0.18 percent higher on Tuesday's pushed by index heavy Melstacorp Plc, Browns Investments and Cey...",negative,-0.966943264
EU regulator approves Pfizer-BionTech vaccine; first shipment arrives in Singapore; what are Sri Lan...,12/22/2020,Health,"The European Medicines Agency, the European Union (EU)'s medical product regulator, has approved the Pfizer-BionTech vac...","EU regulator approves Pfizer-BionTech vaccine; first shipment arrives in Singapore; what are Sri Lan... The European Medicines Agency, the European Union (EU)'s medical product regulator, has approved the Pfizer-BionTech vac...",negative,-0.786481142
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker in spot next, gilt yields unchanged",12/22/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 189.50/190.50 to the US dollar on Tuesday in the spot-next market while gilt yields...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker in spot next, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 189.50/190.50 to the US dollar on Tuesday in the spot-next market while gilt yields...",negative,-0.995165944
“In business there should be no difference between women and men”,12/22/2020,Business,Women entrepreneurs from several South Asian countries say investors should not differentiate between the genders of bus...,“In business there should be no difference between women and men” Women entrepreneurs from several South Asian countries say investors should not differentiate between the genders of bus...,negative,-0.998863935
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in spot next, gilt yields unchanged",12/22/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 188.80/10 to the US dollar on Monday in the spot-next market while gilt yields remained...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in spot next, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 188.80/10 to the US dollar on Monday in the spot-next market while gilt yields remained...",negative,-0.997485995
Sri Lanka national inflation at 5.2-pct in November 2020,12/22/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's nation-wide inflation measured by the National Consumer Price Index, slowed to 5.2 percent in November 2020 ...","Sri Lanka national inflation at 5.2-pct in November 2020 Sri Lanka's nation-wide inflation measured by the National Consumer Price Index, slowed to 5.2 percent in November 2020 ...",negative,-0.997110724
Sri Lanka to start parallel exchange rate for worker remittances,12/22/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka will start a dual exchange rate shortly giving a parallel exchange rate premium for worker remittances putting...,Sri Lanka to start parallel exchange rate for worker remittances Sri Lanka will start a dual exchange rate shortly giving a parallel exchange rate premium for worker remittances putting...,negative,-0.982431233
"Sri Lanka nationals, dual citizens allowed back on commercial flights, paid Covid-19 quarantine",12/21/2020,Aviation,Sri Lanka nationals and dual citizens abroad who can afford paid quarantine are allowed to use commercial flights to ret...,"Sri Lanka nationals, dual citizens allowed back on commercial flights, paid Covid-19 quarantine Sri Lanka nationals and dual citizens abroad who can afford paid quarantine are allowed to use commercial flights to ret...",negative,-0.991575181
Sri Lanka relaxes rules for inbound travelers from Boxing Day onwards,12/21/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has announced a further relaxation of rules for incoming passengers to the island from December 26 onwards, wi...","Sri Lanka relaxes rules for inbound travelers from Boxing Day onwards Sri Lanka has announced a further relaxation of rules for incoming passengers to the island from December 26 onwards, wi...",positive,0.958335519
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,12/21/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.09 percent higher on Monday pushed by index heavy Expolanka, Nestle Lanka and Tokyo Cement Com...","Sri Lanka stocks end higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.09 percent higher on Monday pushed by index heavy Expolanka, Nestle Lanka and Tokyo Cement Com...",negative,-0.991873324
Govt will not register all Social Media users only foreign operators - Keheliya,12/21/2020,Media,Sri Lanka is planning to register foreign digital operators as these “digital multinational conglomerates are overwhel...,Govt will not register all Social Media users only foreign operators - Keheliya Sri Lanka is planning to register foreign digital operators as these “digital multinational conglomerates are overwhel...,negative,-0.999251306
Sri Lankans in the West protest over Muslim Covid burials issue,12/21/2020,Politics,Sri Lankans overseas are staging protests in cities in several Western countries against the Sri Lanka government’s fo...,Sri Lankans in the West protest over Muslim Covid burials issue Sri Lankans overseas are staging protests in cities in several Western countries against the Sri Lanka government’s fo...,negative,-0.972848058
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker in spot next, gilt yields unchanged",12/21/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 188.00/50 to the US dollar on Monday in the spot-next market while gilt yields rema...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker in spot next, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 188.00/50 to the US dollar on Monday in the spot-next market while gilt yields rema...",negative,-0.994322419
Sri Lanka tea production up 10-pct October 2020,12/21/2020,Business," Sri Lanka had produced 23.4 million kilograms in October 2020, up 10.3 percent from a year earlier, thought cumulative ...","Sri Lanka tea production up 10-pct October 2020  Sri Lanka had produced 23.4 million kilograms in October 2020, up 10.3 percent from a year earlier, thought cumulative ...",negative,-0.550473452
"Why Sri Lanka cannot be a Singapore, a Chief Festus budget: Bellwether",12/21/2020,Bellwether,"Trade controls are coming back, with the Prebisch Springer hypothesis","Why Sri Lanka cannot be a Singapore, a Chief Festus budget: Bellwether Trade controls are coming back, with the Prebisch Springer hypothesis",negative,-0.995604396
Sri Lanka to target millennials with experience based tourism post-Covid-19,12/20/2020,Business,Sri Lanka is planning to market the island highlighting experience based tourism and branding targeting mainly millennia...,Sri Lanka to target millennials with experience based tourism post-Covid-19 Sri Lanka is planning to market the island highlighting experience based tourism and branding targeting mainly millennia...,positive,0.997499049
Sri Lanka fashion and design show to go virtual in 2021,12/20/2020,Apparel,"Sri Lanka Design Festival, an annual event showcases fashion, design technology, knowledge sharing, art and creativity w...","Sri Lanka fashion and design show to go virtual in 2021 Sri Lanka Design Festival, an annual event showcases fashion, design technology, knowledge sharing, art and creativity w...",positive,0.998808146
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus isolates Induruwa areas, six Covid-19 deaths takes total to 171",12/20/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has Coronavirus isolated areas Thenduwa West and Thenduwa East  Grama Niladari Division of Induruwa in the Sou...,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus isolates Induruwa areas, six Covid-19 deaths takes total to 171 Sri Lanka has Coronavirus isolated areas Thenduwa West and Thenduwa East  Grama Niladari Division of Induruwa in the Sou...",negative,-0.993416309
COVID-19 vaccine: When must Sri Lanka act?,12/20/2020,Health,"With 165 deaths and 8,812 active cases reported at the time of writing, Sri Lanka has yet to announce a concrete plan to...","COVID-19 vaccine: When must Sri Lanka act? With 165 deaths and 8,812 active cases reported at the time of writing, Sri Lanka has yet to announce a concrete plan to...",negative,-0.997040808
Tensions in the alliance SLFP complains of broken promises,12/19/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,Internal conflicts between the two main parties in the governing Sri Lanka Nidahas Podujana Peramuna are emerging as the...,Tensions in the alliance SLFP complains of broken promises Internal conflicts between the two main parties in the governing Sri Lanka Nidahas Podujana Peramuna are emerging as the...,negative,-0.989190102
"Sri Lanka port workers object to India, offer to find US$500mn for terminal",12/19/2020,Logistics,Sri Lanka port workers objecting to a plan to get Indian led investment to develop a container in Colombo have offered t...,"Sri Lanka port workers object to India, offer to find US$500mn for terminal Sri Lanka port workers objecting to a plan to get Indian led investment to develop a container in Colombo have offered t...",negative,-0.989667296
Rathana Thero back in Parliament but may give way to Gnanasara later,12/19/2020,Parliament,Athureliye Rathana Thero’s rocky journey to claim the sole National seat the Our People’s Power Party (OPPP) won at ...,Rathana Thero back in Parliament but may give way to Gnanasara later Athureliye Rathana Thero’s rocky journey to claim the sole National seat the Our People’s Power Party (OPPP) won at ...,negative,-0.955275655
Sri Lanka encourages home gardening as Covid-19 takes toll,12/19/2020,Agriculture,A 75 percent of Sri Lankans are ready to continue the lifestyles taken up under the harsh conditions of COVID-19 enforce...,Sri Lanka encourages home gardening as Covid-19 takes toll A 75 percent of Sri Lankans are ready to continue the lifestyles taken up under the harsh conditions of COVID-19 enforce...,positive,0.805729926
Ahab’s Nemesis: Sri Lanka may be the best place in the world to see sperm whales,12/19/2020,Environment,"Is Sri Lanka the world capital for sperm whales in terms of super-pod frequency, density and viewability?","Ahab’s Nemesis: Sri Lanka may be the best place in the world to see sperm whales Is Sri Lanka the world capital for sperm whales in terms of super-pod frequency, density and viewability?",positive,0.782933831
Sri Lanka returnees give duty free shopping chance after Covid-19 quarantine,12/19/2020,Aviation,"Expatriate Sri Lanka nationals who arrived in the country from September 01 and December 16, 2020 will be given a chance...","Sri Lanka returnees give duty free shopping chance after Covid-19 quarantine Expatriate Sri Lanka nationals who arrived in the country from September 01 and December 16, 2020 will be given a chance...",positive,0.996701896
"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, gilt yields flat",12/18/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed marginally stronger at 187.80/188.50 to the US dollar on Friday in the spot-next market while gil...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee closed marginally stronger at 187.80/188.50 to the US dollar on Friday in the spot-next market while gil...",negative,-0.984337866
Sri Lanka stocks end lower,12/18/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.11 percent down on Friday’s helped by Nestle Lanka, Hemas Holdings and Ceylon Tobacco, Colom...","Sri Lanka stocks end lower Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.11 percent down on Friday’s helped by Nestle Lanka, Hemas Holdings and Ceylon Tobacco, Colom...",negative,-0.99771595
A petulant Wijeyadasa criticizes Cabinet composition,12/18/2020,Politics,Government Member of Parliament Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe is lashing out at the administration saying that all cabinet and s...,A petulant Wijeyadasa criticizes Cabinet composition Government Member of Parliament Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe is lashing out at the administration saying that all cabinet and s...,negative,-0.987200856
Showing no compassion towards Muslim sentiments is shameful and dangerous,12/18/2020,Democracy,Sri Lanka’s continuing anti-Muslim policies are shameful as we as heirs to a civilization that goes back millennia are...,Showing no compassion towards Muslim sentiments is shameful and dangerous Sri Lanka’s continuing anti-Muslim policies are shameful as we as heirs to a civilization that goes back millennia are...,negative,-0.999601781
"Sri Lanka credit to pick up in 2021, sovereign support cannot be relied upon: Fitch",12/18/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's loan growth will pick up ""moderately"" in 2021, with state banks contributing with bad loans rising but bank ...","Sri Lanka credit to pick up in 2021, sovereign support cannot be relied upon: Fitch Sri Lanka's loan growth will pick up ""moderately"" in 2021, with state banks contributing with bad loans rising but bank ...",negative,-0.567914307
Antigen tests on Western Provincial Borders – Health dept,12/18/2020,Health,Sri Lanka Health Authorities are conducting rapid antigen tests on people crossing the borders of the Western Province f...,Antigen tests on Western Provincial Borders – Health dept Sri Lanka Health Authorities are conducting rapid antigen tests on people crossing the borders of the Western Province f...,negative,-0.903634369
"Pakistan briefs Sri Lanka about global debt relief proposal, Covid-19 at Foreign Secy meet",12/18/2020,Economy,Pakistan has briefed Sri Lanka about Prime Minister Imran Khan's intiatie for debt relief for developing countries and h...,"Pakistan briefs Sri Lanka about global debt relief proposal, Covid-19 at Foreign Secy meet Pakistan has briefed Sri Lanka about Prime Minister Imran Khan's intiatie for debt relief for developing countries and h...",positive,0.971182227
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly firmer in spot next, gilt yields flat",12/18/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted marginally stronger at 188.00/50 to the US dollar on Friday in the spot-next market while gil...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly firmer in spot next, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee was quoted marginally stronger at 188.00/50 to the US dollar on Friday in the spot-next market while gil...",negative,-0.997105181
Sri Lanka imports rise as credit picks up,12/18/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's imports have started to rise with a pick up private credit over the fourth quarter of 2020 official data sho...,Sri Lanka imports rise as credit picks up Sri Lanka's imports have started to rise with a pick up private credit over the fourth quarter of 2020 official data sho...,negative,-0.640791297
"Yvette Fernando, Dhammika Nanayakkara appointed Sri Lanka central bank Deputy Governors",12/18/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's Central Bank said T M J Y P Fernando and N W G R D Nanayakkara have been appointed Deputy Governors with eff...,"Yvette Fernando, Dhammika Nanayakkara appointed Sri Lanka central bank Deputy Governors Sri Lanka's Central Bank said T M J Y P Fernando and N W G R D Nanayakkara have been appointed Deputy Governors with eff...",positive,0.978022337
"Sunshine, Akbar form Sri Lanka pharma business stretching from R&D to retail",12/17/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings and Akbar Brothers have combined their pharmaceutical units to create a combined entity th...,"Sunshine, Akbar form Sri Lanka pharma business stretching from R&D to retail Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings and Akbar Brothers have combined their pharmaceutical units to create a combined entity th...",positive,0.998097122
"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat in spot-next, gilt yields unchanged",12/17/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 188.50/189 to the US dollar on Thursday in the spot-next market while gilt yields remaine...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat in spot-next, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 188.50/189 to the US dollar on Thursday in the spot-next market while gilt yields remaine...",negative,-0.998583794
Sri Lankans face an austere Christmas as Covid 19 continues to bite,12/17/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka’s largest Christian denomination, the Roman Catholics are being asked to mark an austere Christmas as the se...","Sri Lankans face an austere Christmas as Covid 19 continues to bite Sri Lanka’s largest Christian denomination, the Roman Catholics are being asked to mark an austere Christmas as the se...",negative,-0.579162657
Sri Lanka stocks closed lower,12/17/2020,Markets," Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.47 percent lower on Thursday’s helped by Browns Investments, Distilleries Company and Ceylo...","Sri Lanka stocks closed lower  Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.47 percent lower on Thursday’s helped by Browns Investments, Distilleries Company and Ceylo...",negative,-0.996141255
SriLankan Catering says staff traced and tested after Coronavirus infection,12/17/2020,Aviation,"SriLankan Catering said it had traced contacts and tested staff after a confirmed Coronavirus infection, which had led t...","SriLankan Catering says staff traced and tested after Coronavirus infection SriLankan Catering said it had traced contacts and tested staff after a confirmed Coronavirus infection, which had led t...",negative,-0.992618859
Sri Lanka's Browns and China Harbour ink deal for Port City towers,12/17/2020,Construction and Real Estate,Browns Investments said it had inked a deal to join China Harbour Engineering in a 450 million dollar mixed development ...,Sri Lanka's Browns and China Harbour ink deal for Port City towers Browns Investments said it had inked a deal to join China Harbour Engineering in a 450 million dollar mixed development ...,negative,-0.985358834
"SJB asks the Govt what is your Covid solution, herbal syrup or vaccine?",12/17/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s main opposition party wants to know whether the government is depending on a herbal syrup produced by a Sh...,"SJB asks the Govt what is your Covid solution, herbal syrup or vaccine? Sri Lanka’s main opposition party wants to know whether the government is depending on a herbal syrup produced by a Sh...",negative,-0.999231577
WHO team in China to find out the origin of Covid 19,12/17/2020,Health,"A World Health Organization (WHO) research mission is expected to arrive in Wuhan, China next month to investigate how t...","WHO team in China to find out the origin of Covid 19 A World Health Organization (WHO) research mission is expected to arrive in Wuhan, China next month to investigate how t...",positive,0.537353575
Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings buys Akbar pharma unit in stock deal,12/17/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings Plc said it was acquiring Akbar Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd for a 25 percent stake in its ow...,Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings buys Akbar pharma unit in stock deal Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings Plc said it was acquiring Akbar Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd for a 25 percent stake in its ow...,negative,-0.967855275
Catholic Church has no position on cremation or burial of Covid dead – Archbishops spokesman,12/17/2020,Democracy,Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic Church does not oppose the cremation of the remains of the dead of any of its faithful who ...,Catholic Church has no position on cremation or burial of Covid dead – Archbishops spokesman Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic Church does not oppose the cremation of the remains of the dead of any of its faithful who ...,negative,-0.752652228
Sri Lanka reports three more deaths and 616 new COVID-19 cases; more hospitals to be converted,12/17/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka reported three new COVID-19 deaths today, bringing the country’s pandemic death toll to 160. Health authorit...","Sri Lanka reports three more deaths and 616 new COVID-19 cases; more hospitals to be converted Sri Lanka reported three new COVID-19 deaths today, bringing the country’s pandemic death toll to 160. Health authorit...",negative,-0.988805175
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker in spot-next, gilt yields steady",12/17/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 188.60/85 to the US dollar on Thursday in the spot-next market while gilt yields re...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker in spot-next, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 188.60/85 to the US dollar on Thursday in the spot-next market while gilt yields re...",negative,-0.986861408
Sri Lanka economic conditions does not require IMF bailout: Minister Cabraal,12/17/2020,Economy,"Current economic conditions in Sri Lanka does not require an International Monetary Fund bailout, State Minister for Mon...","Sri Lanka economic conditions does not require IMF bailout: Minister Cabraal Current economic conditions in Sri Lanka does not require an International Monetary Fund bailout, State Minister for Mon...",negative,-0.934985936
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus isolates areas in East, Moneragala",12/17/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has Coronavirus has isolated 9 areas in the East and a village in Moneragala from O700hour on December 17, arm...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus isolates areas in East, Moneragala Sri Lanka has Coronavirus has isolated 9 areas in the East and a village in Moneragala from O700hour on December 17, arm...",negative,-0.971304476
Sri Lanka MCC grant terminated by US,12/17/2020,Economy,"Washington-based Millennium Challenge Corporation said it has ended a 480 million dollar grant to Sri Lanka, which was n...","Sri Lanka MCC grant terminated by US Washington-based Millennium Challenge Corporation said it has ended a 480 million dollar grant to Sri Lanka, which was n...",negative,-0.990148365
Sri Lanka fails to sell 32-pct of Treasuries at auction,12/17/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has failed to sell 32 percent of a 40 billion rupee Treasuries offered at an 'auction' where a yield for each ...,Sri Lanka fails to sell 32-pct of Treasuries at auction Sri Lanka has failed to sell 32 percent of a 40 billion rupee Treasuries offered at an 'auction' where a yield for each ...,negative,-0.999722779
Sri Lanka targets US$2.5bn FDI in 2021: Minister,12/16/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is targeting 2.5 billion US dollars in foreign direct investments in 2021, with several commitments already be...","Sri Lanka targets US$2.5bn FDI in 2021: Minister Sri Lanka is targeting 2.5 billion US dollars in foreign direct investments in 2021, with several commitments already be...",negative,-0.975312948
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in spot next, gilt yields flat",12/16/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 188.40/188.80 to the US dollar on Wednesday in the spot-next market while gilt yields r...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in spot next, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 188.40/188.80 to the US dollar on Wednesday in the spot-next market while gilt yields r...",negative,-0.997960806
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.3-pct with interest in LOLC units,12/16/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed a 0.36 percent higher on Wednesday's helped by Browns Investments, Ceylon Tobacco Company and Br...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.3-pct with interest in LOLC units Sri Lanka stocks closed a 0.36 percent higher on Wednesday's helped by Browns Investments, Ceylon Tobacco Company and Br...",negative,-0.981527507
"With three new deaths today, Sri Lanka's COVID-19 death toll rises to 157",12/16/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka reported three COVID-19 deaths today, bringing the country’s pandemic death toll to 157. The island nation h...","With three new deaths today, Sri Lanka's COVID-19 death toll rises to 157 Sri Lanka reported three COVID-19 deaths today, bringing the country’s pandemic death toll to 157. The island nation h...",negative,-0.935818315
Sri Lanka rushes hospitals for Coronavirus as Covid-19 infections outpace recoveries,12/16/2020,Health,Sri Lanka will take-over more hospitals and rapidly convert them to Coronavirus treatment as confirmed infections contin...,Sri Lanka rushes hospitals for Coronavirus as Covid-19 infections outpace recoveries Sri Lanka will take-over more hospitals and rapidly convert them to Coronavirus treatment as confirmed infections contin...,negative,-0.992565632
"WFP and Korea provides seed to 54,000 Sri Lanka farmers",12/16/2020,Agriculture,"Around 54,000 farmers in rural Sri Lanka will get subsidized seeds under a program backed by the United Nations World Fo...","WFP and Korea provides seed to 54,000 Sri Lanka farmers Around 54,000 farmers in rural Sri Lanka will get subsidized seeds under a program backed by the United Nations World Fo...",negative,-0.886498392
"Sri Lanka's Union Assurance starts online life insurance app, offers Covid-19 cover",12/16/2020,Finance,"Sri Lanka's Union Assurance, a unit of John Keells Holdings said it had started online platform which makes it easy to p...","Sri Lanka's Union Assurance starts online life insurance app, offers Covid-19 cover Sri Lanka's Union Assurance, a unit of John Keells Holdings said it had started online platform which makes it easy to p...",negative,-0.694844723
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilts flat",12/16/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 187.50/188.20 to the US dollar on Wednesday in the spot-next market while gilt yields r...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilts flat Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 187.50/188.20 to the US dollar on Wednesday in the spot-next market while gilt yields r...",negative,-0.996304512
"COVID-19 patient ""escapes"" from Welisara chest hospital",12/16/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s health authorities have expressed concern over yet another COVID-19 patient to “escape” treatment at a...,"COVID-19 patient ""escapes"" from Welisara chest hospital Sri Lanka’s health authorities have expressed concern over yet another COVID-19 patient to “escape” treatment at a...",negative,-0.974754572
Cabinet approves Rs 365 million international gem & jewellery trade centre in Ratnapura,12/16/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka plans to build a Rs 365-million international gem and jewellery trade center in Ratnapura to enable sellers an...,Cabinet approves Rs 365 million international gem & jewellery trade centre in Ratnapura Sri Lanka plans to build a Rs 365-million international gem and jewellery trade center in Ratnapura to enable sellers an...,positive,0.992206395
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus shock had reduced spending, policy tight rope ahead: economist",12/16/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's Coronavirus outbreaks have triggered a 'demand shock' as people feared loss of income and jobs, an economist...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus shock had reduced spending, policy tight rope ahead: economist Sri Lanka's Coronavirus outbreaks have triggered a 'demand shock' as people feared loss of income and jobs, an economist...",negative,-0.931088269
Courts records safe after Supreme Court fire - Govt,12/16/2020,Law and Order,The government is assuring the public that no court records have been damaged in yesterday’s fire at the Supreme Court...,Courts records safe after Supreme Court fire - Govt The government is assuring the public that no court records have been damaged in yesterday’s fire at the Supreme Court...,positive,0.947556615
Controversy rages over PHI’s claims over Atalugama Covid infections,12/16/2020,Health,Local residents in Atalugama are disputing claims by the Public Health Inspectors Union (PHIU) that they are not coopera...,Controversy rages over PHI’s claims over Atalugama Covid infections Local residents in Atalugama are disputing claims by the Public Health Inspectors Union (PHIU) that they are not coopera...,negative,-0.996719062
"Sri Lanka's manufacturing recovers in Nov 2020, services still down: PMI",12/16/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's manufacturing activities had recovered in November 2020 after being hit by a Coronavirus outbreak in October...,"Sri Lanka's manufacturing recovers in Nov 2020, services still down: PMI Sri Lanka's manufacturing activities had recovered in November 2020 after being hit by a Coronavirus outbreak in October...",negative,-0.997168362
"Sri Lanka 2020 GDP shrinks 16.3-pct in 2Q in Covid-19 hit, grows 1.5-pct in 3Q",12/15/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's gross domestic product had contracted 16.3 percent in the second quarter of 2020 amid Coronavirus lockdowns ...,"Sri Lanka 2020 GDP shrinks 16.3-pct in 2Q in Covid-19 hit, grows 1.5-pct in 3Q Sri Lanka's gross domestic product had contracted 16.3 percent in the second quarter of 2020 amid Coronavirus lockdowns ...",negative,-0.993618846
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer in spot-next, gilt yields steady",12/15/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 186.80/40 to the US dollar on Tuesday in the spot-next market while yields remained s...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer in spot-next, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 186.80/40 to the US dollar on Tuesday in the spot-next market while yields remained s...",positive,0.96555692
Sri Lanka's LOLC says Serendib acquisition will strengthen post-Covid-19 leisure business,12/15/2020,Business,Colombo-based LOLC Holdings said the acquisition of Sri Lanka's Serendib Hotels will strengthen its position in the post...,Sri Lanka's LOLC says Serendib acquisition will strengthen post-Covid-19 leisure business Colombo-based LOLC Holdings said the acquisition of Sri Lanka's Serendib Hotels will strengthen its position in the post...,positive,0.999258578
Sri Lanka stocks end 3-week rally,12/15/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.37 per cent lower on Tuesday after rallying for 15-days straight while John Keells Holdings, D...","Sri Lanka stocks end 3-week rally Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.37 per cent lower on Tuesday after rallying for 15-days straight while John Keells Holdings, D...",negative,-0.998461962
Sri Lanka's Hemas Holdings sells Serendib Hotels to LOLC,12/15/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's Hemas Holdings said it has sold a controlling stake in Serendib Hotels Plc for 792 million rupees, to LOLC g...","Sri Lanka's Hemas Holdings sells Serendib Hotels to LOLC Sri Lanka's Hemas Holdings said it has sold a controlling stake in Serendib Hotels Plc for 792 million rupees, to LOLC g...",negative,-0.972658217
Sri Lanka Peliyagoda fish-market to re-open on Dec 16 under Covid-19 rules,12/15/2020,Health,"A fish-market in Peliyagoda north of Sri Lanka's capital Colombo, which was the epicentre of a Coronavirus cluster that ...","Sri Lanka Peliyagoda fish-market to re-open on Dec 16 under Covid-19 rules A fish-market in Peliyagoda north of Sri Lanka's capital Colombo, which was the epicentre of a Coronavirus cluster that ...",negative,-0.994504511
Sri Lanka yet to decide on sending COVID-19 victims to Maldives for burial: Keheliya,12/15/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has made no decision yet to send bodies of Muslims who succumbed to COVID-19 to the Maldives for burial, co-ca...","Sri Lanka yet to decide on sending COVID-19 victims to Maldives for burial: Keheliya Sri Lanka has made no decision yet to send bodies of Muslims who succumbed to COVID-19 to the Maldives for burial, co-ca...",negative,-0.994005144
Unity Plaza shut down after four people test positive for COVID-19,12/15/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s health authorities identified four new COVID-19 cases at the Unity Plaza mall in Bambalapitiya this mornin...,Unity Plaza shut down after four people test positive for COVID-19 Sri Lanka’s health authorities identified four new COVID-19 cases at the Unity Plaza mall in Bambalapitiya this mornin...,negative,-0.999674201
"Sri Lanka plans to open airport for charters, commercial flights on December 26",12/15/2020,Aviation,"Sri Lanka plans to allow charter and commercial flight from December 26, the island's aviation regulator has said.","Sri Lanka plans to open airport for charters, commercial flights on December 26 Sri Lanka plans to allow charter and commercial flight from December 26, the island's aviation regulator has said.",positive,0.761169791
Sri Lanka to drop provincial prefixes from vehicle number plates,12/15/2020,Ground,Sri Lanka will drop provincial pre-fixes from vehicle numbers to end the hassle of changing plates when a person from a ...,Sri Lanka to drop provincial prefixes from vehicle number plates Sri Lanka will drop provincial pre-fixes from vehicle numbers to end the hassle of changing plates when a person from a ...,negative,-0.997225046
"Sri Lanka BOP deficit tops US$2.0bn by October, imports exports slows",12/15/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's exports fell 13.2 percent in October 2020 from a year earlier, imports fell 24.9 percent and the balance of ...","Sri Lanka BOP deficit tops US$2.0bn by October, imports exports slows Sri Lanka's exports fell 13.2 percent in October 2020 from a year earlier, imports fell 24.9 percent and the balance of ...",negative,-0.999319315
"Sri Lanka import substitution, neo-liberalism, Raul Prebisch in focus",12/15/2020,Economy, Sri Lanka's budget for 2021 based on import substitution and state driven industrialization strategies of Latin America...,"Sri Lanka import substitution, neo-liberalism, Raul Prebisch in focus  Sri Lanka's budget for 2021 based on import substitution and state driven industrialization strategies of Latin America...",positive,0.98960644
Govt to intervene directly in the vegetable market to control prices,12/14/2020,Agriculture,The government is planning to intervene in the produce market by purchasing directly from farmers and fixing profit marg...,Govt to intervene directly in the vegetable market to control prices The government is planning to intervene in the produce market by purchasing directly from farmers and fixing profit marg...,negative,-0.982189536
Elephant killings in Sri Lanka anger pop star and animal rights activist Cher,12/14/2020,Animal Rights,Famed American pop singer Cher took to Twitter over the weekend to react to last week’s report that Sri Lanka was lead...,Elephant killings in Sri Lanka anger pop star and animal rights activist Cher Famed American pop singer Cher took to Twitter over the weekend to react to last week’s report that Sri Lanka was lead...,negative,-0.983659506
Sri Lanka Army nabs illegal turmeric and cardamom worth over LKR 27 million,12/14/2020,Economy,A resident of Kandakadu was taken into custody by the Sri Lanka Army today while trying to transport a consignment of ra...,Sri Lanka Army nabs illegal turmeric and cardamom worth over LKR 27 million A resident of Kandakadu was taken into custody by the Sri Lanka Army today while trying to transport a consignment of ra...,negative,-0.995748878
Muslim COVID-19 burials: Maldives prez considering President Rajapaksa's request for assistance,12/14/2020,Health,"Maldives President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, on a request from his Sri Lankan counterpart Gotabaya Rajapaksa, is looking to...","Muslim COVID-19 burials: Maldives prez considering President Rajapaksa's request for assistance Maldives President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih, on a request from his Sri Lankan counterpart Gotabaya Rajapaksa, is looking to...",negative,-0.976786494
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in spot-next, gilt yields steady",12/14/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 187.20/70 to the US dollar on Monday in the spot-next market while yields remained stea...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in spot-next, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 187.20/70 to the US dollar on Monday in the spot-next market while yields remained stea...",negative,-0.983775437
Suresh de Mel takes over as Sri Lanka Export Development Board Chairman,12/14/2020,Economy,"Suresh de Mel, an entrepreneur and a agricultural engineer has taken over as Chairman of Sri Lanka's Export Development ...","Suresh de Mel takes over as Sri Lanka Export Development Board Chairman Suresh de Mel, an entrepreneur and a agricultural engineer has taken over as Chairman of Sri Lanka's Export Development ...",positive,0.993240237
Dr Fernandopulle chosen as Chair of the Women’s caucus in Parliament,12/14/2020,Gender Issues,Dr Sudarshini Fernandopulle has been unanimously elected as the Chairperson of the tiny Women Parliamentarians Caucus an...,Dr Fernandopulle chosen as Chair of the Women’s caucus in Parliament Dr Sudarshini Fernandopulle has been unanimously elected as the Chairperson of the tiny Women Parliamentarians Caucus an...,positive,0.997905493
People who refuse PCR Tests can be charged -  Police spokesman,12/14/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Police Spokesman is saying that a person who refuses a PCR test can be charged with maliciously spreading ...,People who refuse PCR Tests can be charged -  Police spokesman Sri Lanka’s Police Spokesman is saying that a person who refuses a PCR test can be charged with maliciously spreading ...,negative,-0.997389376
Sri Lanka stocks up 0.6-pct,12/14/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.2 percent higher on Monday helped by Asiri Hospital Holdings, Melstacorp Plc, and John Keells ...","Sri Lanka stocks up 0.6-pct Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.2 percent higher on Monday helped by Asiri Hospital Holdings, Melstacorp Plc, and John Keells ...",negative,-0.989166796
Sri Lanka investment conference to assess 2021 unknowns,12/14/2020,Uncategorized,"Asia Securities, a Colombo-based investment and wealth management firm said it is hosting a Sri Lanka investment confere...","Sri Lanka investment conference to assess 2021 unknowns Asia Securities, a Colombo-based investment and wealth management firm said it is hosting a Sri Lanka investment confere...",positive,0.994788527
"655 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 32,790",12/14/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 655 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (14), the...","655 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 32,790 Sri Lankan health officials identified 655 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (14), the...",negative,-0.83370626
Sri Lanka hope to revive free trade talks with Thailand,12/14/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka and Thailand have expressed hope to revive talks on a free trade deal following a meeting with the Thai envoy ...,Sri Lanka hope to revive free trade talks with Thailand Sri Lanka and Thailand have expressed hope to revive talks on a free trade deal following a meeting with the Thai envoy ...,positive,0.994311452
"Sri Lanka targets 25,000 women for Covid supply chain, amid constraints",12/14/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka wants to help 25,000 women entrepreneurs get into distribution channels amid a Covid-19 pandemic State Ministe...","Sri Lanka targets 25,000 women for Covid supply chain, amid constraints Sri Lanka wants to help 25,000 women entrepreneurs get into distribution channels amid a Covid-19 pandemic State Ministe...",negative,-0.997016549
"Sri Lanka forex forwards upside down amid money printing, downgrades",12/14/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's forward foreign exchange rates have inverted as money printing pushed down rupee interest rates and sovereig...,"Sri Lanka forex forwards upside down amid money printing, downgrades Sri Lanka's forward foreign exchange rates have inverted as money printing pushed down rupee interest rates and sovereig...",negative,-0.998214245
Sri Lanka banks restricted from buying sovereign bonds for six months,12/13/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's central bank has ordered commercial banks and the National Savings Bank not to buy sovereign bonds except wi...,Sri Lanka banks restricted from buying sovereign bonds for six months Sri Lanka's central bank has ordered commercial banks and the National Savings Bank not to buy sovereign bonds except wi...,negative,-0.977088451
"SriLankan Airlines to fly to Malaysia, Singapore flights increased",12/13/2020,Aviation,State-run SriLankan Airlines said flights to Singapore will be increase to three from the current one from December 18 a...,"SriLankan Airlines to fly to Malaysia, Singapore flights increased State-run SriLankan Airlines said flights to Singapore will be increase to three from the current one from December 18 a...",positive,0.901483536
Sri Lanka opposition questions whether expressway firm to be 49-pct foreign owned,12/13/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's main opposition has questioned whether a new state owned which is being set up to finance and operated the c...,Sri Lanka opposition questions whether expressway firm to be 49-pct foreign owned Sri Lanka's main opposition has questioned whether a new state owned which is being set up to finance and operated the c...,negative,-0.995862126
Mourning dead Muslim infant who was cremated,12/12/2020,Health,"Activists today Saturday, December 12, tied white cloths to the gates of Sri Lanka’s biggest graveyard in protest agai...","Mourning dead Muslim infant who was cremated Activists today Saturday, December 12, tied white cloths to the gates of Sri Lanka’s biggest graveyard in protest agai...",negative,-0.981868923
Champika seeks to shed his Sinhala-Buddhist cloak to broaden his appeal,12/12/2020,Politics,Patali Champika Ranawaka is embarking on a “new political journey” after resigning from the post of General Secretar...,Champika seeks to shed his Sinhala-Buddhist cloak to broaden his appeal Patali Champika Ranawaka is embarking on a “new political journey” after resigning from the post of General Secretar...,positive,0.943236828
"Sri Lanka foreign reserves fall to US$5,549mn in November 2020",12/12/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's forex reserves fell by 306.4 million US dollars to 5,549.3 million US dollars November 2020 from 5,855.7 mil...","Sri Lanka foreign reserves fall to US$5,549mn in November 2020 Sri Lanka's forex reserves fell by 306.4 million US dollars to 5,549.3 million US dollars November 2020 from 5,855.7 mil...",negative,-0.998033226
Isolation orders for six areas in Colombo lifted – Army Chief,12/12/2020,Health,Six housing complexes in inner-city Colombo which had been declared no-go zones over Covid 19 infections have been relea...,Isolation orders for six areas in Colombo lifted – Army Chief Six housing complexes in inner-city Colombo which had been declared no-go zones over Covid 19 infections have been relea...,negative,-0.986839771
Size Matters: Why blue whales abound in Lankan waters,12/12/2020,Other News,"The blue is not only the largest animal ever to live on our beautiful planet, but the largest that ever could and how th...","Size Matters: Why blue whales abound in Lankan waters The blue is not only the largest animal ever to live on our beautiful planet, but the largest that ever could and how th...",positive,0.999025702
Sri Lanka says S&P downgrade to 'CCC+' ignores policy framework,12/11/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has expressed disappointment over a downgrade of the country's sovereign credit to CCC+ from B- saying the rat...,Sri Lanka says S&P downgrade to 'CCC+' ignores policy framework Sri Lanka has expressed disappointment over a downgrade of the country's sovereign credit to CCC+ from B- saying the rat...,negative,-0.999280989
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields flat",12/11/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 186.50/00 to the US dollar on Friday in the spot market while yields remained unchanged...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 186.50/00 to the US dollar on Friday in the spot market while yields remained unchanged...",negative,-0.999330044
"S&P downgrades Sri Lanka sovereign rating to 'CCC+', over budget, excess liquidity",12/11/2020,Economy,"Standard and Poor's, said it was downgrading Sri Lanka to 'CCC+'  saying a high budget deficit and excess liquidity is l...","S&P downgrades Sri Lanka sovereign rating to 'CCC+', over budget, excess liquidity Standard and Poor's, said it was downgrading Sri Lanka to 'CCC+'  saying a high budget deficit and excess liquidity is l...",negative,-0.999595344
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,12/11/2020,Markets," Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.08 percent higher on Friday pushed by index heavy Melstacorp Plc, Hemas Holdings and E B Crea...","Sri Lanka stocks end higher  Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.08 percent higher on Friday pushed by index heavy Melstacorp Plc, Hemas Holdings and E B Crea...",negative,-0.989329159
ADB starts US$9bn Covid-19 vaccines fund for Asian developing countries,12/11/2020,Health,Manila-based Asian Development Bank said it had started a 9 billion US dollar fund to help member countries buy vaccines...,ADB starts US$9bn Covid-19 vaccines fund for Asian developing countries Manila-based Asian Development Bank said it had started a 9 billion US dollar fund to help member countries buy vaccines...,negative,-0.960436821
"538 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 30,613",12/11/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 538 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (10), the...","538 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 30,613 Sri Lankan health officials identified 538 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (10), the...",negative,-0.874268711
Cabal of state officials and businessmen behind important govt decisions: Harini,12/11/2020,Politics,A cabal of state officials and their close associates in the business community have been making important government de...,Cabal of state officials and businessmen behind important govt decisions: Harini A cabal of state officials and their close associates in the business community have been making important government de...,positive,0.980279922
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields unchanged",12/11/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 186.05/40 to the US dollar on Friday in the spot market while yields remained unchanged...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 186.05/40 to the US dollar on Friday in the spot market while yields remained unchanged...",negative,-0.997129142
"Sri Lanka state workers, rulers take home 84-pct of taxes collected in 2020",12/11/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's state workers and the ruling class have taken home 84 cents out of every tax rupee collected in the first ei...,"Sri Lanka state workers, rulers take home 84-pct of taxes collected in 2020 Sri Lanka's state workers and the ruling class have taken home 84 cents out of every tax rupee collected in the first ei...",negative,-0.947060466
"Sri Lanka state workers to get housing, solar power loans at controlled rates",12/11/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's state workers will get loans for housing at a 7.0 percent controlled rate and solar power at 4.0 percent wil...,"Sri Lanka state workers to get housing, solar power loans at controlled rates Sri Lanka's state workers will get loans for housing at a 7.0 percent controlled rate and solar power at 4.0 percent wil...",negative,-0.978850305
Anglican Bishops call for justice for Hijaaz and Shani on Human Rights day,12/10/2020,Democracy,The Anglican Church in Sri Lanka is drawing the attention of the authorities to the plight of two individuals who are in...,Anglican Bishops call for justice for Hijaaz and Shani on Human Rights day The Anglican Church in Sri Lanka is drawing the attention of the authorities to the plight of two individuals who are in...,positive,0.996706665
Sri Lanka ranks as the country which killed the largest number of Elephants in the world - COPA,12/10/2020,Animal Rights,Sri Lanka has earned the dubious ranking as the country where the largest number of Elephants are killed because of the ...,Sri Lanka ranks as the country which killed the largest number of Elephants in the world - COPA Sri Lanka has earned the dubious ranking as the country where the largest number of Elephants are killed because of the ...,negative,-0.970558047
"Sri Lanka rupee ends marginally weaker, gilt yields flat",12/10/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed marginally weaker at 185.80/186.00 to the US dollar on Thursday in the spot market while yields r...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends marginally weaker, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee closed marginally weaker at 185.80/186.00 to the US dollar on Thursday in the spot market while yields r...",negative,-0.998132765
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,12/10/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.07 per cent higher on Thursday's pushed by index heavy Expolanka Holdings, Nestle Lanka and C ...","Sri Lanka stocks end higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.07 per cent higher on Thursday's pushed by index heavy Expolanka Holdings, Nestle Lanka and C ...",negative,-0.988388717
Sri Lanka's Lanwa Sanstha Cement Corporation to start production in June 2021,12/10/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's Lanwa Sanstha Cement Corporation (Pvt) Ltd, affiliate of Ceylon Steel Corporation Limited said it is aiming ...","Sri Lanka's Lanwa Sanstha Cement Corporation to start production in June 2021 Sri Lanka's Lanwa Sanstha Cement Corporation (Pvt) Ltd, affiliate of Ceylon Steel Corporation Limited said it is aiming ...",positive,0.992950559
Opposition objects to Parliament tweet over Google Loon,12/10/2020,Parliament,In Parliament today the Opposition demanded Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardene reveal who is responsible for tweeting from...,Opposition objects to Parliament tweet over Google Loon In Parliament today the Opposition demanded Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardene reveal who is responsible for tweeting from...,negative,-0.995509267
"South Korea donates PCR test kits worth USD 300,000 to Sri Lanka",12/10/2020,International Relations,"South Korea donated real-time PCR test kits worth USD 300,000 to Sri Lanka yesterday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (M...","South Korea donates PCR test kits worth USD 300,000 to Sri Lanka South Korea donated real-time PCR test kits worth USD 300,000 to Sri Lanka yesterday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (M...",negative,-0.883857906
"Total COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka surges past 30,000 with 697 new cases in 24 hours",12/10/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 697 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (10), the...","Total COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka surges past 30,000 with 697 new cases in 24 hours Sri Lankan health officials identified 697 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (10), the...",negative,-0.814242423
“Muslims are protesting by not consenting to cremations” – Shreen Saroor,12/10/2020,Democracy,Sri Lanka’s Muslims are not abandoning the remains of their relatives who died of Covid 19 but are not cooperating wit...,“Muslims are protesting by not consenting to cremations” – Shreen Saroor Sri Lanka’s Muslims are not abandoning the remains of their relatives who died of Covid 19 but are not cooperating wit...,negative,-0.986551046
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat, gilt yields unchanged",12/10/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 185.70/186.00 to the US dollar on Thursday in the spot market while yields remained u...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 185.70/186.00 to the US dollar on Thursday in the spot market while yields remained u...",negative,-0.99916625
Sri Lanka fails to sell 35-pct of Treasuries at auction,12/10/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has failed to sell 35 percent of a 40 billion rupee Treasuries offer at an 'auction' where ceiling yields are ...,Sri Lanka fails to sell 35-pct of Treasuries at auction Sri Lanka has failed to sell 35 percent of a 40 billion rupee Treasuries offer at an 'auction' where ceiling yields are ...,negative,-0.999715984
Sri Lanka to call investors for 100MW solar IPP,12/10/2020,Energy,Sri Lanka will call international bids from private investors for a 100 MegaWatt solar farm to be built in Siyambalanduw...,Sri Lanka to call investors for 100MW solar IPP Sri Lanka will call international bids from private investors for a 100 MegaWatt solar farm to be built in Siyambalanduw...,negative,-0.934909701
Sanjaya Mohottala Board of Investment Sri Lanka Chairman,12/9/2020,Economy,Sanjaya Mohottala has assumed duties as the Chairman of the Board of Investment of Sri Lanka after serving as the agency...,Sanjaya Mohottala Board of Investment Sri Lanka Chairman Sanjaya Mohottala has assumed duties as the Chairman of the Board of Investment of Sri Lanka after serving as the agency...,positive,0.996669471
COPE Committee faults ICTA for multiple failures,12/9/2020,Parliament,The government’s lead Information Technology Agency came under the microscope at the Parliamentary Committee on Public...,COPE Committee faults ICTA for multiple failures The government’s lead Information Technology Agency came under the microscope at the Parliamentary Committee on Public...,negative,-0.999246001
Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka Insurance to CCC+ on sovereign rating cut,12/9/2020,Finance,Fitch Ratings has downgraded state-run Sri Lanka Insurance Corporations' Insurer Financial Strength rating to 'CCC+'from...,Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka Insurance to CCC+ on sovereign rating cut Fitch Ratings has downgraded state-run Sri Lanka Insurance Corporations' Insurer Financial Strength rating to 'CCC+'from...,negative,-0.999115884
"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, gilt yields flat",12/9/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 185.70/186.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday in the spot market while yields were flat i...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 185.70/186.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday in the spot market while yields were flat i...",negative,-0.9926368
Excise Department has an outstanding of more than Rs 2bn to collect,12/9/2020,Economy,"The government’s Excise Department has an outstanding LKR2.3bn to collect over the past five years, Parliament’s Com...","Excise Department has an outstanding of more than Rs 2bn to collect The government’s Excise Department has an outstanding LKR2.3bn to collect over the past five years, Parliament’s Com...",positive,0.982752681
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,12/9/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.78 percent higher on Wednesday's pushed by index heavy Browns Investment, Browns and Company P...","Sri Lanka stocks end higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.78 percent higher on Wednesday's pushed by index heavy Browns Investment, Browns and Company P...",negative,-0.978664279
Health authorities cannot accept responsibility for anti-Covid potion - Epidemiologist,12/9/2020,Health,Chief Epidemiologist Dr Sudath Samaraweera said that the health authorities cannot accept responsibility for a large num...,Health authorities cannot accept responsibility for anti-Covid potion - Epidemiologist Chief Epidemiologist Dr Sudath Samaraweera said that the health authorities cannot accept responsibility for a large num...,negative,-0.999004066
"798 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 29,378",12/9/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 798 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (09), the...","798 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 29,378 Sri Lankan health officials identified 798 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (09), the...",negative,-0.875115156
Source of 20-day-old baby's COVID-19 infection still unknown: hospital director,12/9/2020,Health,The parents of the 20-day-old baby who reportedly died of COVID-19 yesterday have tested negative for the virus and the ...,Source of 20-day-old baby's COVID-19 infection still unknown: hospital director The parents of the 20-day-old baby who reportedly died of COVID-19 yesterday have tested negative for the virus and the ...,negative,-0.997338593
Sri Lanka sovereign credit seen deteriorating if IMF program delayed: S&P analyst,12/9/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's sovereign credit is under pressure and credit metrics are likely to deteriorate further if a program with th...,Sri Lanka sovereign credit seen deteriorating if IMF program delayed: S&P analyst Sri Lanka's sovereign credit is under pressure and credit metrics are likely to deteriorate further if a program with th...,negative,-0.999339402
China delayed loan to Sri Lanka expressway for 4.5 years: ex-highways minister,12/9/2020,Economy,China delayed a loan for an expressway to Kandy for 4.5 years though the building contract was awarded to a Chinese cont...,China delayed loan to Sri Lanka expressway for 4.5 years: ex-highways minister China delayed a loan for an expressway to Kandy for 4.5 years though the building contract was awarded to a Chinese cont...,negative,-0.994336188
Sri Lanka awards 10MW wind power deal to Capital City Holdings,12/8/2020,Energy,Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board will award contract to buy power from a 10 MegaWatt wind power plant to C...,Sri Lanka awards 10MW wind power deal to Capital City Holdings Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board will award contract to buy power from a 10 MegaWatt wind power plant to C...,positive,0.867518783
"Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, gilt yields flat",12/8/2020,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 186.50/70 to the US dollar on Tuesday in the spot market while yields remained unchang...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, gilt yields flat  Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 186.50/70 to the US dollar on Tuesday in the spot market while yields remained unchang...",negative,-0.989426017
Fitch downgrades Bank of Ceylon to 'CCC' after sovereign rating cut,12/8/2020,Banking,Fitch Ratings has downgraded state-run Bank of Ceylon to 'CCC' from 'B-' in the wake  of an earlier downgrade of the sov...,Fitch downgrades Bank of Ceylon to 'CCC' after sovereign rating cut Fitch Ratings has downgraded state-run Bank of Ceylon to 'CCC' from 'B-' in the wake  of an earlier downgrade of the sov...,negative,-0.999194443
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,12/8/2020,Markets," Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.39 percent higher on Tuesday's pushed by index heavy counters Hatton National Bank, Browns In...","Sri Lanka stocks end higher  Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.39 percent higher on Tuesday's pushed by index heavy counters Hatton National Bank, Browns In...",negative,-0.987924039
Sri Lanka approves tax breaks for China tyre factory,12/8/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has approved tax breaks for a 300 million dollar tyre factory to be built by Shandong Haohua Tire Co. Limited ...,Sri Lanka approves tax breaks for China tyre factory Sri Lanka has approved tax breaks for a 300 million dollar tyre factory to be built by Shandong Haohua Tire Co. Limited ...,negative,-0.728529453
"703 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 28,580",12/8/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 703 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (08), the...","703 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 28,580 Sri Lankan health officials identified 703 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (08), the...",negative,-0.861045182
Sri Lanka commissions 103.5MW wind farm with bird radar,12/8/2020,Energy,"Sri Lanka has commissioned a 103.5 MegaWatt wind power plant in the North Eastern region of Mannar, which could produce ...","Sri Lanka commissions 103.5MW wind farm with bird radar Sri Lanka has commissioned a 103.5 MegaWatt wind power plant in the North Eastern region of Mannar, which could produce ...",positive,0.978132486
Stand up for the interwebs,12/8/2020,Free Speech,"The proposed regulatory mechanism may or may not become a reality, and the fears expressed about it may well be exaggera...","Stand up for the interwebs The proposed regulatory mechanism may or may not become a reality, and the fears expressed about it may well be exaggera...",negative,-0.997253597
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer in one-month forwards, gilt yields steady",12/8/2020,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer in one-month forward at 185.50/30 to the US dollar on Tuesday while yields remained stead...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer in one-month forwards, gilt yields steady  Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer in one-month forward at 185.50/30 to the US dollar on Tuesday while yields remained stead...",positive,0.979535043
Anti-Covid potion draws tens of thousands in Kegalle as danger looms,12/8/2020,Health,"Tens of thousands have gathered at a temple in the Hettimulla area in the Kegalle district today as 5,000 free samples o...","Anti-Covid potion draws tens of thousands in Kegalle as danger looms Tens of thousands have gathered at a temple in the Hettimulla area in the Kegalle district today as 5,000 free samples o...",negative,-0.879839957
Sri Lanka CESS tax process on international trade is illegal: Trade Minister,12/8/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's process of charging a 'CESS' tax on international trade and using it for general expenditure is illegal and ...,Sri Lanka CESS tax process on international trade is illegal: Trade Minister Sri Lanka's process of charging a 'CESS' tax on international trade and using it for general expenditure is illegal and ...,negative,-0.999259889
Sri Lanka develops airport opening protocol,12/8/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka has developed a protocol for a possible re-opening of the country's airport which a committee is reviewing, th...","Sri Lanka develops airport opening protocol Sri Lanka has developed a protocol for a possible re-opening of the country's airport which a committee is reviewing, th...",negative,-0.660950601
Sri Lanka eyeing post GSP+ relationship with EU,12/8/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka is working on a new trade arrangement with the European Union when the country graduates from the Generalised ...,Sri Lanka eyeing post GSP+ relationship with EU Sri Lanka is working on a new trade arrangement with the European Union when the country graduates from the Generalised ...,positive,0.582022488
"Cyclone Burevi kills 2 in Sri Lanka, Jaffna bears brunt as 95,000 affected",12/7/2020,Environment,"Cyclone Burevi had killed two, destroyed 99 houses, damaged 3,496 house and over 95,000 were affected with Jaffna bearin...","Cyclone Burevi kills 2 in Sri Lanka, Jaffna bears brunt as 95,000 affected Cyclone Burevi had killed two, destroyed 99 houses, damaged 3,496 house and over 95,000 were affected with Jaffna bearin...",negative,-0.973364055
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields down",12/7/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka rupee closed at around 186.60/85 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while yields marginally down in...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields down Sri Lanka rupee closed at around 186.60/85 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while yields marginally down in...",negative,-0.999082446
Sri Lanka civil aviation in historic Covid-19 challenges in 2020,12/7/2020,Aviation,"Sri Lanka is marking the International Civil Aviation Day on December 07 with the sector facing severe challenges, with ...","Sri Lanka civil aviation in historic Covid-19 challenges in 2020 Sri Lanka is marking the International Civil Aviation Day on December 07 with the sector facing severe challenges, with ...",negative,-0.827679098
"Sri Lanka stocks close 1.19 pct higher on Hatton National Bank, Telecom and Asian Hotels",12/7/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.19 percent higher on Monday’s closing on index heavy Hatton National Bank, Sri Lanka Telecom...","Sri Lanka stocks close 1.19 pct higher on Hatton National Bank, Telecom and Asian Hotels Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.19 percent higher on Monday’s closing on index heavy Hatton National Bank, Sri Lanka Telecom...",negative,-0.980843127
"649 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 27,877",12/7/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 649 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (07), the...","649 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 27,877 Sri Lankan health officials identified 649 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (07), the...",negative,-0.912738383
Manning Market traders protest against insufficient space in Peliyagoda,12/7/2020,Economy,Wholesale vegetable traders from the recently relocated Manning Market in Pettah are engaged in a protest near the Presi...,Manning Market traders protest against insufficient space in Peliyagoda Wholesale vegetable traders from the recently relocated Manning Market in Pettah are engaged in a protest near the Presi...,negative,-0.996985614
Brandix workers probably got Covid from a foreign source - Minister,12/7/2020,Apparel,Sri Lanka’s Minister tasked with dealing with the Covid 19 pandemic Dr Sudharshini Fernandopulle believes that staff a...,Brandix workers probably got Covid from a foreign source - Minister Sri Lanka’s Minister tasked with dealing with the Covid 19 pandemic Dr Sudharshini Fernandopulle believes that staff a...,negative,-0.995870769
"Sri Lanka rupee opens flat, bond yields marginally down",12/7/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee opened at around 186.30/50 to the US dollar in the spot next market, Monday while yields were marginally...","Sri Lanka rupee opens flat, bond yields marginally down Sri Lanka rupee opened at around 186.30/50 to the US dollar in the spot next market, Monday while yields were marginally...",negative,-0.999112666
Aryasinha assumes duties as Sri Lanka’s envoy in Washington,12/7/2020,International Relations,"Sri Lanka’s Ambassador to the United States Ravinatha Aryasinha assumed duties on Friday, December 4, from his officia...","Aryasinha assumes duties as Sri Lanka’s envoy in Washington Sri Lanka’s Ambassador to the United States Ravinatha Aryasinha assumed duties on Friday, December 4, from his officia...",positive,0.624488115
"Sri Lanka's trade surplus is no problem, but protectionism is, EU diplomat says",12/7/2020,Economy,"The European Union has no problem with Sri Lanka's large trade surplus with the region, an official said voicing objecti...","Sri Lanka's trade surplus is no problem, but protectionism is, EU diplomat says The European Union has no problem with Sri Lanka's large trade surplus with the region, an official said voicing objecti...",positive,0.962765574
Sri Lanka Navy helps seize huge haul of drugs,12/6/2020,Crime,Law enforcement agencies assisted by the Sri Lanka Navy have seized a massive haul of drugs worth hundreds of millions o...,Sri Lanka Navy helps seize huge haul of drugs Law enforcement agencies assisted by the Sri Lanka Navy have seized a massive haul of drugs worth hundreds of millions o...,positive,0.809955895
"Opinion: Unlocking the Potential of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Essential to Sri Lanka’s P...",12/6/2020,Op-ed/Special Reports,Any hope of inclusive economic growth for Sri Lanka’s post covid recovery can only then be achieved if we utilize  Mic...,"Opinion: Unlocking the Potential of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Essential to Sri Lanka’s P... Any hope of inclusive economic growth for Sri Lanka’s post covid recovery can only then be achieved if we utilize  Mic...",positive,0.999139547
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus isolates Hunupitiya, Cinnamon Garden sections, more areas released",12/6/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka is isolating Hunupitiya Grama Niladari division in Slave Island, sections of Cinnamon Gardens and Wellawatte p...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus isolates Hunupitiya, Cinnamon Garden sections, more areas released Sri Lanka is isolating Hunupitiya Grama Niladari division in Slave Island, sections of Cinnamon Gardens and Wellawatte p...",negative,-0.997180462
Hambantota port builds station for Sri Lanka police,12/6/2020,Legal,"Hambantota International Port, run by China's CM Ports group as a joint venture with Sri Lanka Ports Authority said it h...","Hambantota port builds station for Sri Lanka police Hambantota International Port, run by China's CM Ports group as a joint venture with Sri Lanka Ports Authority said it h...",negative,-0.994660676
"Covid-19 Sri Lanka deaths rise to 137, two home deaths in Bandaragama",12/6/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has confirmed seven Coronavirus deaths on December 05 including two Covid-19 home deaths from the Bandaragama ...,"Covid-19 Sri Lanka deaths rise to 137, two home deaths in Bandaragama Sri Lanka has confirmed seven Coronavirus deaths on December 05 including two Covid-19 home deaths from the Bandaragama ...",negative,-0.984457552
HRCSL faults the authorities for the Mahara Prison deaths,12/5/2020,Crime,Sri Lankan authorities are being faulted by the country’s Human Rights Council for the deaths of eleven inmates at the...,HRCSL faults the authorities for the Mahara Prison deaths Sri Lankan authorities are being faulted by the country’s Human Rights Council for the deaths of eleven inmates at the...,negative,-0.999202549
"Sri Lanka tax collections encouraged by lower rates, technology: Treasury Secy",12/5/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has collected 1.2 trillion rupees so far this year, showing that a steep tax cut did not result in a linear fa...","Sri Lanka tax collections encouraged by lower rates, technology: Treasury Secy Sri Lanka has collected 1.2 trillion rupees so far this year, showing that a steep tax cut did not result in a linear fa...",negative,-0.997209966
Sri Lanka on the self-sufficient path of North Korea after tax cuts: opposition,12/5/2020,Political News,"Sri Lanka has given tax cuts to the super rich, and is moving on a path towards a North Korea style autarky with import ...","Sri Lanka on the self-sufficient path of North Korea after tax cuts: opposition Sri Lanka has given tax cuts to the super rich, and is moving on a path towards a North Korea style autarky with import ...",positive,0.907313347
Cyclone Burevi has affected nearly seventy thousand in Sri Lanka,12/4/2020,Weather and Climate,Cyclone Burevi was off the coast of Mannar and moving towards the South Indian coast around 6 pm tonight but has left qu...,Cyclone Burevi has affected nearly seventy thousand in Sri Lanka Cyclone Burevi was off the coast of Mannar and moving towards the South Indian coast around 6 pm tonight but has left qu...,negative,-0.992929518
"Sri Lanka wildlife, forest camps, bungalows to re-open",12/4/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's wildlife and forest departments will reopen bungalows and camping sites for travellers, which were closed am...","Sri Lanka wildlife, forest camps, bungalows to re-open Sri Lanka's wildlife and forest departments will reopen bungalows and camping sites for travellers, which were closed am...",negative,-0.946520388
"Sri Lanka rupee close firmer, bond yields down",12/4/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 185.80/00to the US dollar in the spot next market on Friday while gilt yields fell in t...,"Sri Lanka rupee close firmer, bond yields down Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 185.80/00to the US dollar in the spot next market on Friday while gilt yields fell in t...",negative,-0.998420715
24 advocacy groups say Sri Lanka's forced COVID-19 cremation victims will not give up fight,12/4/2020,Human Rights,The faith that the victims of forced cremation of COVID-19 or COVID-19 suspected dead had in the highest court in Sri La...,24 advocacy groups say Sri Lanka's forced COVID-19 cremation victims will not give up fight The faith that the victims of forced cremation of COVID-19 or COVID-19 suspected dead had in the highest court in Sri La...,positive,0.558161139
Sri Lanka to welcome tourists from countries which will vaccinate citizens,12/4/2020,Health,Sri Lanka will admit tourists from countries which will begin to vaccinate their populations using a WHO-approved plan t...,Sri Lanka to welcome tourists from countries which will vaccinate citizens Sri Lanka will admit tourists from countries which will begin to vaccinate their populations using a WHO-approved plan t...,negative,-0.822405994
"628 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 26,038",12/4/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 628 new COVID-19 patients, over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (04), th...","628 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 26,038 Sri Lankan health officials identified 628 new COVID-19 patients, over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (04), th...",negative,-0.911227107
"Sri Lanka in import substitution drive to be self-sufficient in food, turmeric",12/4/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka will grow more food under an import substitution drive to reach self-sufficiency in pulses and turmeric to sav...,"Sri Lanka in import substitution drive to be self-sufficient in food, turmeric Sri Lanka will grow more food under an import substitution drive to reach self-sufficiency in pulses and turmeric to sav...",negative,-0.978514731
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer in spot-next, gilt yields steady",12/4/2020,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer at 185.75/25 to the US dollar in the spot next market on Friday while gilt yields remaine...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer in spot-next, gilt yields steady  Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer at 185.75/25 to the US dollar in the spot next market on Friday while gilt yields remaine...",positive,0.958631098
Sri Lanka’s tax collection deficit over a trillion Rupees,12/4/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka’s tax collection for the year 2018 is showing a deficit of LKR1.3 trillion, the Parliamentary Committee on P...","Sri Lanka’s tax collection deficit over a trillion Rupees Sri Lanka’s tax collection for the year 2018 is showing a deficit of LKR1.3 trillion, the Parliamentary Committee on P...",negative,-0.997975767
"Sri Lanka prints Rs50bn more, excess liquidity tops Rs230bn",12/4/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has monetized 50 billion rupees of debt taking on excess liquidity in money markets 235 billion rupees in the ...,"Sri Lanka prints Rs50bn more, excess liquidity tops Rs230bn Sri Lanka has monetized 50 billion rupees of debt taking on excess liquidity in money markets 235 billion rupees in the ...",negative,-0.987457216
Activists call for “impartial” probe into Mahara Prison deaths,12/3/2020,Crime,Human Rights activists are demanding a full and impartial investigation into the death of eleven prisoners at the Mahara...,Activists call for “impartial” probe into Mahara Prison deaths Human Rights activists are demanding a full and impartial investigation into the death of eleven prisoners at the Mahara...,negative,-0.99178797
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer in spot-next, gilt yields steady",12/3/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 186.10/40 to the US dollar in the spot next market on Thursday while gilt yields remain...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer in spot-next, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 186.10/40 to the US dollar in the spot next market on Thursday while gilt yields remain...",positive,0.982240856
"Over 12,000 people hit by cyclone Burevi’s ferocity - DMC",12/3/2020,Environment,Cyclone Burevi has affected some twelve thousand people from over three thousand families mostly in the North and East o...,"Over 12,000 people hit by cyclone Burevi’s ferocity - DMC Cyclone Burevi has affected some twelve thousand people from over three thousand families mostly in the North and East o...",negative,-0.50175041
Sri Lanka Export Development Board chief Subasinghe steps down,12/3/2020,Economy,"Chairman of Sri Lanka's Export Development Board Prabash Subasinghe, who gave leadership to the agency amid a Coronaviru...","Sri Lanka Export Development Board chief Subasinghe steps down Chairman of Sri Lanka's Export Development Board Prabash Subasinghe, who gave leadership to the agency amid a Coronaviru...",negative,-0.998066485
Atalugama COVID-19 cases surge as PHIs withdraw in protest,12/3/2020,Health,"Eighty percent of the rapid antigen tests carried out in Atalugama, Bandaragama, came back positive as Public Health Ins...","Atalugama COVID-19 cases surge as PHIs withdraw in protest Eighty percent of the rapid antigen tests carried out in Atalugama, Bandaragama, came back positive as Public Health Ins...",negative,-0.988249779
"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.22 pct higher on Nestle Lanka, LOLC Development Finance and Cargills",12/3/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.22 percent higher on Thursday’s closing on index heavy Nestle Lanka, LOLC Development Financ...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.22 pct higher on Nestle Lanka, LOLC Development Finance and Cargills Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.22 percent higher on Thursday’s closing on index heavy Nestle Lanka, LOLC Development Financ...",negative,-0.99149698
O/L examinations in March next year – Prof GL,12/3/2020,Education,Minister of Education Prof G.L. Peiris is saying that the government expects to hold the G.C.E. Ordinary Level examinati...,O/L examinations in March next year – Prof GL Minister of Education Prof G.L. Peiris is saying that the government expects to hold the G.C.E. Ordinary Level examinati...,negative,-0.990126848
Rohanadheera second woman to be Parliamentary Chief-of-staff,12/3/2020,Parliament,"Kushani Rohanadheera has been appointed as the Deputy Secretary-General and Chief of Staff of Parliament, the House anno...","Rohanadheera second woman to be Parliamentary Chief-of-staff Kushani Rohanadheera has been appointed as the Deputy Secretary-General and Chief of Staff of Parliament, the House anno...",positive,0.995685458
Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard wins cable ship order from France,12/3/2020,Logistics,"Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard Plc, a unit of Onomichi of Japan said it had won an order to build a cable laying and repai...","Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard wins cable ship order from France Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard Plc, a unit of Onomichi of Japan said it had won an order to build a cable laying and repai...",positive,0.698320389
"New COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka hit record 878 in 24 hours as total cases surge past 25,000",12/3/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 878 new COVID-19 patients, the highest recorded within a day in Sri Lanka, over a...","New COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka hit record 878 in 24 hours as total cases surge past 25,000 Sri Lankan health officials identified 878 new COVID-19 patients, the highest recorded within a day in Sri Lanka, over a...",positive,0.540296376
"Intense PCR testing vital for containing COVID-19, Sri Lankan researchers find in global study",12/3/2020,Health,Intensifying PCR testing was the most crucial intervention towards controlling COVID-19 during the pandemic’s first wa...,"Intense PCR testing vital for containing COVID-19, Sri Lankan researchers find in global study Intensifying PCR testing was the most crucial intervention towards controlling COVID-19 during the pandemic’s first wa...",positive,0.941568196
Sri Lanka's violence against women is a shadow pandemic,12/3/2020,Gender Issues,"Sri Lanka has a culture of tolerating violence against women with many incidents growing unreported, an activist has sai...","Sri Lanka's violence against women is a shadow pandemic Sri Lanka has a culture of tolerating violence against women with many incidents growing unreported, an activist has sai...",negative,-0.979342163
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady in spot-next, gilt yields flat",12/3/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted steady at 186.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot next on Thursday while gilt yields remained ...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady in spot-next, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee was quoted steady at 186.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot next on Thursday while gilt yields remained ...",negative,-0.997074842
Cyclone Burevi will leave the island by noon – Met Department,12/3/2020,Weather and Climate,The cyclone Burevi was over the northern peninsula this morning and the Meteorological Department says its effects will ...,Cyclone Burevi will leave the island by noon – Met Department The cyclone Burevi was over the northern peninsula this morning and the Meteorological Department says its effects will ...,positive,0.995882511
Standard Chartered Sri Lanka finances PPE export production,12/3/2020,Banking,Standard Chartered Sri Lanka said it had financed personal protective equipment manufacture for export at Sri Lanka's Di...,Standard Chartered Sri Lanka finances PPE export production Standard Chartered Sri Lanka said it had financed personal protective equipment manufacture for export at Sri Lanka's Di...,negative,-0.990045369
Cyclone Burevi crosses Sri Lanka North-East coast,12/3/2020,Environment,Cyclone Burevi has crossed Sri Lanka's North-East Coast between Kuchchaveli and Thiriyayi between 2230 and 2330 hours on...,Cyclone Burevi crosses Sri Lanka North-East coast Cyclone Burevi has crossed Sri Lanka's North-East Coast between Kuchchaveli and Thiriyayi between 2230 and 2330 hours on...,positive,0.969436169
Sri Lanka plans to list state-run hotels and land firm Selendiva in 2021: Treasury Secy,12/3/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka is planning to list a state-run hotel and real estate company in the Colombo Stock Exchange by the end of the ...,Sri Lanka plans to list state-run hotels and land firm Selendiva in 2021: Treasury Secy Sri Lanka is planning to list a state-run hotel and real estate company in the Colombo Stock Exchange by the end of the ...,negative,-0.986124039
Sri Lanka's George Stuart & Co to buy tea exporter HVA,12/2/2020,Business,"George Steuart & Company Limited said it is buying a 51 percent stake in HVA Foods Plc, an exporter that produced instan...","Sri Lanka's George Stuart & Co to buy tea exporter HVA George Steuart & Company Limited said it is buying a 51 percent stake in HVA Foods Plc, an exporter that produced instan...",negative,-0.746138692
Nine prisoners who died at Mahara had Covid - officials,12/2/2020,Law and Order,Nine out the 11 prison inmates who died during the Mahara prison riots have tested positive for COVID-19 following the p...,Nine prisoners who died at Mahara had Covid - officials Nine out the 11 prison inmates who died during the Mahara prison riots have tested positive for COVID-19 following the p...,negative,-0.934509099
Sri Lanka bracing for the onslaught of Cyclone Burevi,12/2/2020,Weather and Climate,"Officials have begun moving people in coastal communities to safer ground, alerting search and rescue teams and preparin...","Sri Lanka bracing for the onslaught of Cyclone Burevi Officials have begun moving people in coastal communities to safer ground, alerting search and rescue teams and preparin...",positive,0.949261189
Sri Lanka power regulator to be shut,12/2/2020,Energy,"The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka, which regulates the power sector  has been ordered closed after a budget p...","Sri Lanka power regulator to be shut The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka, which regulates the power sector  has been ordered closed after a budget p...",negative,-0.997315586
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields steady",12/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed at 186.50/80 to the US dollar in the spot next on Wednesday while gilt yields remained steady in ...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee closed at 186.50/80 to the US dollar in the spot next on Wednesday while gilt yields remained steady in ...",negative,-0.965971231
Sri Lanka fails to sell 14-pct of Treasuries at auction,12/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has failed to sell 14 percent of Treasuries offered at an auction on December 02, 2020 with 34.3 billion rupee...","Sri Lanka fails to sell 14-pct of Treasuries at auction Sri Lanka has failed to sell 14 percent of Treasuries offered at an auction on December 02, 2020 with 34.3 billion rupee...",negative,-0.999454916
"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.45 pct higher on CTC, Overseas realty Ceylon and Distilleries",12/2/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.45 percent higher on Wednesday’s closing on index heavy Ceylon Tobacco Company, Overseas rea...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.45 pct higher on CTC, Overseas realty Ceylon and Distilleries Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.45 percent higher on Wednesday’s closing on index heavy Ceylon Tobacco Company, Overseas rea...",negative,-0.988889694
Cyclone “Burevi” will make landfall later tonight - DMC,12/2/2020,Weather and Climate,The government is warning residents of the Northern and Eastern areas of the country to take extra precautions as Cyclon...,Cyclone “Burevi” will make landfall later tonight - DMC The government is warning residents of the Northern and Eastern areas of the country to take extra precautions as Cyclon...,negative,-0.972308397
"545 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 24,532s",12/2/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 545 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (02), the...","545 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 24,532s Sri Lankan health officials identified 545 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (02), the...",negative,-0.863859594
"Sri Lanka private loans grow for third month in Oct 2020, CB credit surges",12/2/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's private credit grew by 59.2 billion rupees in October 2020, amid a resurgence of a Coronavirus crisis, lower...","Sri Lanka private loans grow for third month in Oct 2020, CB credit surges Sri Lanka's private credit grew by 59.2 billion rupees in October 2020, amid a resurgence of a Coronavirus crisis, lower...",negative,-0.925137341
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields unchanged",12/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 186.20/50 to the US dollar in the one-month-forwards on Wednesday while gilt yields remain...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 186.20/50 to the US dollar in the one-month-forwards on Wednesday while gilt yields remain...",negative,-0.995094538
Sri Lanka Central Bank Governor W D Lakshman speaks at Chamber forum - full text,12/2/2020,Economy,"Governor of Sri Lanka's Central Bank W D Lakshman spoke at the Sri Lanka Economic Summit 2021 on December 01, 2020.","Sri Lanka Central Bank Governor W D Lakshman speaks at Chamber forum - full text Governor of Sri Lanka's Central Bank W D Lakshman spoke at the Sri Lanka Economic Summit 2021 on December 01, 2020.",positive,0.99114424
Sri Lanka inks deal with ADB for US$400mn education loan,12/2/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka has signed an agreement to receive a 400 million dollar Asian Development credit to develop education, the Ma...","Sri Lanka inks deal with ADB for US$400mn education loan  Sri Lanka has signed an agreement to receive a 400 million dollar Asian Development credit to develop education, the Ma...",negative,-0.954474568
Cyclone Burevi to reach Sri Lanka coast Dec 02 night - Updated,12/2/2020,Environment,Cyclonic storm Burevi is moving closer to Sri Lanka and is likely to reach Sri Lanka's Eastern and North-eastern coast o...,Cyclone Burevi to reach Sri Lanka coast Dec 02 night - Updated Cyclonic storm Burevi is moving closer to Sri Lanka and is likely to reach Sri Lanka's Eastern and North-eastern coast o...,positive,0.988614559
Govt takes full responsibility for Mahara prison riot: Keheliya,12/1/2020,Law and Order,"The government takes full responsibility for the violence that erupted at the Mahara prison on Sunday (Nov 29), Media Mi...","Govt takes full responsibility for Mahara prison riot: Keheliya The government takes full responsibility for the violence that erupted at the Mahara prison on Sunday (Nov 29), Media Mi...",negative,-0.968180835
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields marginally down",12/1/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed at 186.00/30 to the US dollar in the spot next-market on Tuesday while gilt yields marginally fel...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields marginally down Sri Lanka rupee closed at 186.00/30 to the US dollar in the spot next-market on Tuesday while gilt yields marginally fel...",negative,-0.997720063
Sri Lanka extends exchange controls till mid 2021,12/1/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka is extending an exchange control that barred companies and individuals from investing money for another six mo...,Sri Lanka extends exchange controls till mid 2021 Sri Lanka is extending an exchange control that barred companies and individuals from investing money for another six mo...,negative,-0.943959773
"Sri Lanka to cut foreign debt, ride Modern Monetary Theory: CB Governor",12/1/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka will cut the share of foreign debt to 40 percent by 2021, raise more domestic debt and repay foreign debt, rid...","Sri Lanka to cut foreign debt, ride Modern Monetary Theory: CB Governor Sri Lanka will cut the share of foreign debt to 40 percent by 2021, raise more domestic debt and repay foreign debt, rid...",negative,-0.793673396
"Sri Lanka will boost FDI, repay debt, innovate ways to work amid Coroanvirus: President Rajapaksa",12/1/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka will repay all debt falling due but will focus on getting foreign direct investments, while innovating ways to...","Sri Lanka will boost FDI, repay debt, innovate ways to work amid Coroanvirus: President Rajapaksa Sri Lanka will repay all debt falling due but will focus on getting foreign direct investments, while innovating ways to...",positive,0.990822315
"Sri Lanka bank NPLs steady in Oct with 25-pct moratorium, non-banks improve",12/1/2020,Banking,Non-performing loans in Sri Lanka's banks were steady at 5.2 percent by October 2020 though a substantial volume of loan...,"Sri Lanka bank NPLs steady in Oct with 25-pct moratorium, non-banks improve Non-performing loans in Sri Lanka's banks were steady at 5.2 percent by October 2020 though a substantial volume of loan...",positive,0.721611261
"Why Sri Lanka cannot be a Vietnam, Coronavirus response: Bellwether",12/1/2020,Bellwether,"Sri Lanka was at one time talking about trying to be a Singapore, and then a Malaysia, and now it is talking about tryin...","Why Sri Lanka cannot be a Vietnam, Coronavirus response: Bellwether Sri Lanka was at one time talking about trying to be a Singapore, and then a Malaysia, and now it is talking about tryin...",negative,-0.990304172
"Five-member committee to probe Mahara prison riots; govt suspects ""invisible hand""",12/1/2020,Law and Order,Justice Minister Ali Sabry appointed a five-member committee on Monday (Nov 30) to investigate the riots and violence th...,"Five-member committee to probe Mahara prison riots; govt suspects ""invisible hand"" Justice Minister Ali Sabry appointed a five-member committee on Monday (Nov 30) to investigate the riots and violence th...",negative,-0.820156157
"Vietnam, Cambodia finds Coronavirus in the community ending Covid-19 free period",11/30/2020,Vietnam News,Vietnam has found Coronavirus patient in the community after 87 days from a quarantine leak involving a flight attendant...,"Vietnam, Cambodia finds Coronavirus in the community ending Covid-19 free period Vietnam has found Coronavirus patient in the community after 87 days from a quarantine leak involving a flight attendant...",negative,-0.956916034
Four reported dead after violence at the Mahara Prison,11/30/2020,Crime,At least four people have reportedly died after Prison officials opened fire after inmates at the Mahara Prison became r...,Four reported dead after violence at the Mahara Prison At least four people have reportedly died after Prison officials opened fire after inmates at the Mahara Prison became r...,negative,-0.996933341
Sri Lanka's inflation at 4.1-pct in November 2020,11/30/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's 12-month consumer inflation edged up to 4.1 percent in November 2020, from 4.0 a month earlier with the inde...","Sri Lanka's inflation at 4.1-pct in November 2020 Sri Lanka's 12-month consumer inflation edged up to 4.1 percent in November 2020, from 4.0 a month earlier with the inde...",negative,-0.972411394
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in spot-next market, gilt yields flat",11/30/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed at 185.80/186.10 to the US dollar in the spot next-market on Monday while gilt yields remained un...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in spot-next market, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee closed at 185.80/186.10 to the US dollar in the spot next-market on Monday while gilt yields remained un...",negative,-0.999472082
"Sri Lanka stocks end 1.02 pct higher on Melstacorp, Com bank and Carson Cumberbatch",11/30/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.02 percent higher on Monday’s closing on index heavy Melstacorp Plc, Commercial Bank of Ceyl...","Sri Lanka stocks end 1.02 pct higher on Melstacorp, Com bank and Carson Cumberbatch Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.02 percent higher on Monday’s closing on index heavy Melstacorp Plc, Commercial Bank of Ceyl...",negative,-0.991512835
"496 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 23,484",11/30/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 496 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (30), the...","496 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 23,484 Sri Lankan health officials identified 496 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (30), the...",negative,-0.855002224
Govt suspects invisible hand behind Mahara prison riots; CID to investigate,11/30/2020,Law and Order,The government suspects that an “invisible hand” was behind the riots that broke out at the Mahara prison last eveni...,Govt suspects invisible hand behind Mahara prison riots; CID to investigate The government suspects that an “invisible hand” was behind the riots that broke out at the Mahara prison last eveni...,negative,-0.977000773
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields flat",11/30/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 185.30/70 to the US dollar in the spot next-market on Monday while gilt yields remained un...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 185.30/70 to the US dollar in the spot next-market on Monday while gilt yields remained un...",negative,-0.999449313
"Sri Lanka prints money to finance deficits, CB Credit tops Rs700billion",11/30/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has printed money in 2020 to finance the government as tax revenues fell and foreign financing dried up, offic...","Sri Lanka prints money to finance deficits, CB Credit tops Rs700billion Sri Lanka has printed money in 2020 to finance the government as tax revenues fell and foreign financing dried up, offic...",negative,-0.999284804
Media-persons must be critical thinkers – Media panel,11/29/2020,Media,"In an era when almost everyone attempts to disseminate information through a plethora of platforms available, the role o...","Media-persons must be critical thinkers – Media panel In an era when almost everyone attempts to disseminate information through a plethora of platforms available, the role o...",positive,0.943807364
CMA CGM in relay transshipment at Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port,11/29/2020,Logistics,France based CMA CGM shipping group has engaged in a relay transshipment at Sri Lanka's Hambantota port with two vessels...,CMA CGM in relay transshipment at Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port France based CMA CGM shipping group has engaged in a relay transshipment at Sri Lanka's Hambantota port with two vessels...,positive,0.821590006
"Sri Lanka President, Ajit Doval discuss security, infrastructure",11/29/2020,Defence,Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Indian security advisor Ajit Doval has had talks over security and infrastruc...,"Sri Lanka President, Ajit Doval discuss security, infrastructure Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Indian security advisor Ajit Doval has had talks over security and infrastruc...",positive,0.991057754
Weather warning issued as Low-Pressure system develops in the Bay of Bengal,11/28/2020,Weather and Climate,The Meteorological Department is issuing a warning that bad weather will prevail over the next 48 hours in the seas off ...,Weather warning issued as Low-Pressure system develops in the Bay of Bengal The Meteorological Department is issuing a warning that bad weather will prevail over the next 48 hours in the seas off ...,negative,-0.996771872
"Vietnam among fastest to grow in the world, IMF says after refusing to 'live with Covid-19'",11/28/2020,Vietnam News,"Vietnam's gross domestic product will grow at 2.4 percent in 2020, one of the fastest rates in the world the Internation...","Vietnam among fastest to grow in the world, IMF says after refusing to 'live with Covid-19' Vietnam's gross domestic product will grow at 2.4 percent in 2020, one of the fastest rates in the world the Internation...",positive,0.965746105
Sri Lanka passes the 100-mark in Covid deaths as total dead comes to 107,11/28/2020,Health,Sri Lanka passed the 100-mark in Covid 19 related deaths last night with eight new deaths reported yesterday the Nationa...,Sri Lanka passes the 100-mark in Covid deaths as total dead comes to 107 Sri Lanka passed the 100-mark in Covid 19 related deaths last night with eight new deaths reported yesterday the Nationa...,negative,-0.97520566
India asks MR to lead a regional initiative on Covid economic recovery,11/28/2020,Health,An Indian envoy has urged the Sri Lankan Prime Minister to initiate a discussion among countries in the region to develo...,India asks MR to lead a regional initiative on Covid economic recovery An Indian envoy has urged the Sri Lankan Prime Minister to initiate a discussion among countries in the region to develo...,negative,-0.982253492
"Sri Lanka needs proactive, decisive Investment in health, not dependence, denial, and wishful-thinki...",11/28/2020,Opinion,"In the parliament last week, Vasudeva Nanayakkara said Sri Lanka doesn’t need a vaccine and that we’ve other ways to...","Sri Lanka needs proactive, decisive Investment in health, not dependence, denial, and wishful-thinki... In the parliament last week, Vasudeva Nanayakkara said Sri Lanka doesn’t need a vaccine and that we’ve other ways to...",negative,-0.748123407
Most Sri Lanka workers without formal protection amid Covid-19 shock: IPS study,11/28/2020,Business,"About 75 percent of Sri Lanka's workforce or 1.5 million employees are facing a high risk of falling in to poverty, with...","Most Sri Lanka workers without formal protection amid Covid-19 shock: IPS study About 75 percent of Sri Lanka's workforce or 1.5 million employees are facing a high risk of falling in to poverty, with...",negative,-0.990368545
Sri Lanka expects China US$700mn loan in December 2020,11/27/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is expecting a 700 million dollar equivalent loan from China Development Bank in December 2020, the Finance Mi...","Sri Lanka expects China US$700mn loan in December 2020 Sri Lanka is expecting a 700 million dollar equivalent loan from China Development Bank in December 2020, the Finance Mi...",negative,-0.984470606
Sri Lanka disputes Fitch sovereign downgrade to CCC,11/27/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has disputed a sovereign rating downgrade by Fitch Ratings to CCC, barely above default, expressing disappoint...","Sri Lanka disputes Fitch sovereign downgrade to CCC Sri Lanka has disputed a sovereign rating downgrade by Fitch Ratings to CCC, barely above default, expressing disappoint...",negative,-0.997320116
"Sri Lanka rupee closed flat, gilt yields unchanged",11/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 184.90/185.20 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while gilt yields remained un...,"Sri Lanka rupee closed flat, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 184.90/185.20 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while gilt yields remained un...",negative,-0.999042809
Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka sovereign rating to 'CCC' after budget,11/27/2020,Economy,Fitch Ratings has downgraded Sri Lanka's sovereign rating to 'CCC' from 'B-' after a budget for 2021 showed too steep re...,Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka sovereign rating to 'CCC' after budget Fitch Ratings has downgraded Sri Lanka's sovereign rating to 'CCC' from 'B-' after a budget for 2021 showed too steep re...,negative,-0.999402523
Ex-CID Chief Shani Abeysekara being transferred to IDH - Officials,11/27/2020,Courts,The former Director of the Criminal Investigation Department SSP Shani Abeysekara is being transferred to the Infectious...,Ex-CID Chief Shani Abeysekara being transferred to IDH - Officials The former Director of the Criminal Investigation Department SSP Shani Abeysekara is being transferred to the Infectious...,negative,-0.991206586
"559 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 22,028",11/27/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 559 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (27), the...","559 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 22,028 Sri Lankan health officials identified 559 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (27), the...",negative,-0.868552446
Monitoring mechanism to ensure strict adherence to home-quarantine regulations,11/27/2020,Health,Field officers from various government agencies will monitor home-quarantine of COVID-19 close contacts to ensure strict...,Monitoring mechanism to ensure strict adherence to home-quarantine regulations Field officers from various government agencies will monitor home-quarantine of COVID-19 close contacts to ensure strict...,positive,0.931191385
COPE orders cleanup of Kelani River,11/27/2020,Environment,The Parliamentary Committee On Public Enterprises (COPE) has ordered the removal of unauthorised constructions on both s...,COPE orders cleanup of Kelani River The Parliamentary Committee On Public Enterprises (COPE) has ordered the removal of unauthorised constructions on both s...,negative,-0.985832572
Sri Lanka money market fund launched by Asia Securities,11/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Asia Securities Wealth Management (Pvt) Ltd, a unit of Asia Securities said it had launched a high yield money market fu...","Sri Lanka money market fund launched by Asia Securities Asia Securities Wealth Management (Pvt) Ltd, a unit of Asia Securities said it had launched a high yield money market fu...",negative,-0.984270275
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat, gilt yields steady",11/27/2020,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat at 184.90/185.20 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while gilt yields were stead...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat, gilt yields steady  Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat at 184.90/185.20 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while gilt yields were stead...",negative,-0.994934857
European Union overreacting to Sri Lanka import controls: CB Governor,11/27/2020,Economy,"The European Union, which protested Sri Lanka's import controls, is over reacting the island's Central Bank Governor W D...","European Union overreacting to Sri Lanka import controls: CB Governor The European Union, which protested Sri Lanka's import controls, is over reacting the island's Central Bank Governor W D...",negative,-0.997226536
HRCSL wants burial to be permitted for Covid 19 victims,11/26/2020,Democracy,The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) is asking the government to amend the regulations governing the disposa...,HRCSL wants burial to be permitted for Covid 19 victims The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) is asking the government to amend the regulations governing the disposa...,negative,-0.996243477
"Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer, gilt yields steady",11/26/2020,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 184.90/185.20 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while gilt yields were...,"Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer, gilt yields steady  Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 184.90/185.20 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while gilt yields were...",negative,-0.817513824
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,11/26/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.10 percent higher at Thursday’s closing on index heavy C T Holdings, Buki Darah and Distille...","Sri Lanka stocks end higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.10 percent higher at Thursday’s closing on index heavy C T Holdings, Buki Darah and Distille...",negative,-0.99490875
Sri Lanka policy to target growth with inflation 'well-behaved': CB Governor,11/26/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka will focus policy on boosting growth with inflation 'well-behaved' Central Bank Governor W D Lakshman said, af...","Sri Lanka policy to target growth with inflation 'well-behaved': CB Governor Sri Lanka will focus policy on boosting growth with inflation 'well-behaved' Central Bank Governor W D Lakshman said, af...",positive,0.99591893
"502 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 21,469",11/26/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 502 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (26), the...","502 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 21,469 Sri Lankan health officials identified 502 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (26), the...",negative,-0.87203449
Final decision about O/L exams by December 10 - GL,11/26/2020,Education,The final decision on the dates of the O/L examinations will be taken by 10 December depending on the resumption of scho...,Final decision about O/L exams by December 10 - GL The final decision on the dates of the O/L examinations will be taken by 10 December depending on the resumption of scho...,negative,-0.995655894
UNHRC registers complaint made by Sri Lankan child,11/26/2020,Human Rights,The United Nations Human Rights Committee (UNHRC) has written to the Sri Lankan government seeking details about a compl...,UNHRC registers complaint made by Sri Lankan child The United Nations Human Rights Committee (UNHRC) has written to the Sri Lankan government seeking details about a compl...,negative,-0.982063651
Internal issues in his administration did not cause Easter attacks - Sirisena,11/26/2020,Easter Sunday attacks,Former President Maithripala Sirisena is rejecting the notion that tensions within the Yahapalanaya administration led t...,Internal issues in his administration did not cause Easter attacks - Sirisena Former President Maithripala Sirisena is rejecting the notion that tensions within the Yahapalanaya administration led t...,negative,-0.903705478
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted stronger, gilt yields steady",11/26/2020,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.55/70 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while gilt yields were...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted stronger, gilt yields steady  Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.55/70 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while gilt yields were...",positive,0.668088973
"Sri Lanka to start directed lending, ceiling 7-pct rate for wage earner housing loans",11/26/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka will start directed lending under the policy of the current administration and will mandate a ceiling 7 percen...,"Sri Lanka to start directed lending, ceiling 7-pct rate for wage earner housing loans Sri Lanka will start directed lending under the policy of the current administration and will mandate a ceiling 7 percen...",negative,-0.710092485
Sri Lanka keeps policy rates unchanged in Nov 2020 amid liquidity injections,11/26/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka is keeping policy rates unchanged in November 2020 the central bank said amid unprecedented liquidity injectio...,Sri Lanka keeps policy rates unchanged in Nov 2020 amid liquidity injections Sri Lanka is keeping policy rates unchanged in November 2020 the central bank said amid unprecedented liquidity injectio...,negative,-0.986338675
Sri Lanka gets US$165mn credit from ADB for Covid-19 hit small biz,11/26/2020,Banking,Manila-based Asian Development Bank said it is giving a 165 million US dollar credit to Sri Lanka to support Coronavirus...,Sri Lanka gets US$165mn credit from ADB for Covid-19 hit small biz Manila-based Asian Development Bank said it is giving a 165 million US dollar credit to Sri Lanka to support Coronavirus...,negative,-0.984221935
Sri Lanka budget 2021 impact on the information technology sector,11/26/2020,ICT,Sri Lanka's budget 2021 comes after the last administration raised tax on cross-border e-commerce transactions to 3.5 pe...,Sri Lanka budget 2021 impact on the information technology sector Sri Lanka's budget 2021 comes after the last administration raised tax on cross-border e-commerce transactions to 3.5 pe...,positive,0.783156514
"Sri Lanka sells most of Treasuries offered, yields marginally up",11/26/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has sold most of Treasuries offered with yields largely steady, after failing to sell all government securitie...","Sri Lanka sells most of Treasuries offered, yields marginally up Sri Lanka has sold most of Treasuries offered with yields largely steady, after failing to sell all government securitie...",positive,0.997508645
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,11/25/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.89 percent at Wednesday’s closing on index heavy John Keells Holdings, Melstacorp Plc and Co...","Sri Lanka stocks end higher Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.89 percent at Wednesday’s closing on index heavy John Keells Holdings, Melstacorp Plc and Co...",negative,-0.959058106
"458 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 20,967",11/25/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 458 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (25), the...","458 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 20,967 Sri Lankan health officials identified 458 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (25), the...",negative,-0.876137316
Sri Lankans will get vaccinated against Covid when WHO approves - Pavithra,11/25/2020,Health,Sri Lankans will get the vaccination against Covid 19 as soon as the World Health Organisation-approved vaccine is made ...,Sri Lankans will get vaccinated against Covid when WHO approves - Pavithra Sri Lankans will get the vaccination against Covid 19 as soon as the World Health Organisation-approved vaccine is made ...,negative,-0.998014569
Sri Lanka free trade agreements generate three times more exports than imports,11/25/2020,Economy,Several free trade deals with Asia and Pacific has generated sharply more exports than imports in the first six months o...,Sri Lanka free trade agreements generate three times more exports than imports Several free trade deals with Asia and Pacific has generated sharply more exports than imports in the first six months o...,positive,0.954110026
"Sri Lanka to change power regulator, Ceylon Electricity Board laws",11/25/2020,Energy,The governing law of the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) country's power regulator and state-run Ceylon...,"Sri Lanka to change power regulator, Ceylon Electricity Board laws The governing law of the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) country's power regulator and state-run Ceylon...",positive,0.64400202
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields unchanged",11/24/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 185.80/90 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while gilt yields remained uncha...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 185.80/90 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while gilt yields remained uncha...",negative,-0.998620152
Sri Lanka President to open Ceylon Chamber economic forum,11/24/2020,Education,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to inaugurate the annual economic forum organised by Ceylon Chamber of Commerce...,Sri Lanka President to open Ceylon Chamber economic forum Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to inaugurate the annual economic forum organised by Ceylon Chamber of Commerce...,negative,-0.926743388
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,11/24/2020,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.26 percent at Tuesday’s closing on index heavy John Keells Holdings, Ceylon Tobacco Company...","Sri Lanka stocks end higher  Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.26 percent at Tuesday’s closing on index heavy John Keells Holdings, Ceylon Tobacco Company...",negative,-0.969165027
President will hold Sri Lanka's new Ministry of Technology,11/24/2020,Politics,"President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will hold Sri Lanka’s newly gazetted Ministry of Technology portfolio, Mass Media Ministe...","President will hold Sri Lanka's new Ministry of Technology President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will hold Sri Lanka’s newly gazetted Ministry of Technology portfolio, Mass Media Ministe...",positive,0.990398169
"337 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 20,508",11/24/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 337 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (24), the...","337 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 20,508 Sri Lankan health officials identified 337 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (24), the...",negative,-0.911188304
The Importance of being Mahinda,11/24/2020,Op-ed/Special Reports,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa's charisma and political capital needs to be used wisely by the government to deal with...,The Importance of being Mahinda Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa's charisma and political capital needs to be used wisely by the government to deal with...,negative,-0.989793658
Sri Lanka bank - finance company mergers could deny credit to some borrowers: Fitch,11/24/2020,Banking,A proposal in Sri Lanka's budget for 2021 to merger finance and leasing companies with their parents will result in cust...,Sri Lanka bank - finance company mergers could deny credit to some borrowers: Fitch A proposal in Sri Lanka's budget for 2021 to merger finance and leasing companies with their parents will result in cust...,negative,-0.995707273
New S'pore-style regulatory framework for Sri Lanka websites; activists concerned,11/24/2020,Media,Media rights activists have expressed concern over a proposed Singapore-style regulatory framework for Sri Lankan websit...,New S'pore-style regulatory framework for Sri Lanka websites; activists concerned Media rights activists have expressed concern over a proposed Singapore-style regulatory framework for Sri Lankan websit...,negative,-0.97857511
"Sri Lanka warned over cyclone off Tamil Nadu, Trinco",11/23/2020,Environment,Sri Lanka's fishermen in the Northern and Eastern seas have been asked to come ashore as 100 kilometres per hour wind ar...,"Sri Lanka warned over cyclone off Tamil Nadu, Trinco Sri Lanka's fishermen in the Northern and Eastern seas have been asked to come ashore as 100 kilometres per hour wind ar...",negative,-0.962621391
"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, gilt yields up",11/23/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger at 185.10/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while gilt yields slightly up i...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, gilt yields up Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger at 185.10/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while gilt yields slightly up i...",positive,0.98067528
Sri Lanka's Hirdramani group detects Covid-19 in Eheliyagoda factory,11/23/2020,Apparel,"Sri Lanka's Hirdramani group said six employees at a factory in Eheliyagoda have tested positive for Covid-19, other sta...","Sri Lanka's Hirdramani group detects Covid-19 in Eheliyagoda factory Sri Lanka's Hirdramani group said six employees at a factory in Eheliyagoda have tested positive for Covid-19, other sta...",negative,-0.997380555
Harin urges President to move fast on a digital future,11/23/2020,Business,"Opposition MP Harin Fernando is saying that if Sri Lanka is to go forward as a digital country, first, there is a need f...","Harin urges President to move fast on a digital future Opposition MP Harin Fernando is saying that if Sri Lanka is to go forward as a digital country, first, there is a need f...",negative,-0.979620278
Sri Lanka stocks end lower,11/23/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.21 percent at Monday’s closing on index heavy Distilleries Company, Carson Cumberbatch PLC and...","Sri Lanka stocks end lower Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.21 percent at Monday’s closing on index heavy Distilleries Company, Carson Cumberbatch PLC and...",negative,-0.999062598
"Sri Lanka 2021 revenues unlikely, bleaker fiscal outlook may hurt $4bn re-financing: Moody's",11/23/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is unlikely to get targeted revenues in 2021, with activity hit by import controls and a bleaker outlook for f...","Sri Lanka 2021 revenues unlikely, bleaker fiscal outlook may hurt $4bn re-financing: Moody's Sri Lanka is unlikely to get targeted revenues in 2021, with activity hit by import controls and a bleaker outlook for f...",negative,-0.999317765
UNP yet to decide who will occupy National List seat,11/23/2020,Politics,The beleaguered United National Party is yet to decide who will fill the single National List seat it won at the last Pa...,UNP yet to decide who will occupy National List seat The beleaguered United National Party is yet to decide who will fill the single National List seat it won at the last Pa...,negative,-0.998423696
"400 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 20,171",11/23/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 400 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (23), the...","400 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 20,171 Sri Lankan health officials identified 400 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (23), the...",negative,-0.869455814
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields up",11/23/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee quoted stronger at 184.90/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while gilt yields slightly up...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields up Sri Lanka rupee quoted stronger at 184.90/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while gilt yields slightly up...",positive,0.641439021
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board losses down to Rs31.7bn to Aug 2020,11/23/2020,Energy,"Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board has lost 31.7 billion rupees up to August 2020, sharply down from 85.4 bi...","Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board losses down to Rs31.7bn to Aug 2020 Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board has lost 31.7 billion rupees up to August 2020, sharply down from 85.4 bi...",negative,-0.999549687
Sarath Weerasekara likely new Cabinet Minister for Public Security,11/23/2020,Constitutional Amendments,Sri Lanka’s President is expanding his Cabinet of Ministers by creating two new portfolios that of Public Security and...,Sarath Weerasekara likely new Cabinet Minister for Public Security Sri Lanka’s President is expanding his Cabinet of Ministers by creating two new portfolios that of Public Security and...,positive,0.991105616
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases top 20,000, Covid-19 deaths rise by 4",11/23/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has confirmed 400 Coronavirus cases with 391 domestic cases taking the total Covid-19 cases so far to 20,171 w...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases top 20,000, Covid-19 deaths rise by 4 Sri Lanka has confirmed 400 Coronavirus cases with 391 domestic cases taking the total Covid-19 cases so far to 20,171 w...",negative,-0.855084419
Sri Lanka's Rigid Tyre Corporation to start production from Jan 2021,11/23/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Rigid Tyre Corporation (Pvt) Ltd said it will start producing passenger car radials with a 100 million dolla...,Sri Lanka's Rigid Tyre Corporation to start production from Jan 2021 Sri Lanka's Rigid Tyre Corporation (Pvt) Ltd said it will start producing passenger car radials with a 100 million dolla...,negative,-0.878185868
Sri Lanka creates new ministry for police department,11/22/2020,Legal,"Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has placed the police department under a new cabinet ministry, removing the law...","Sri Lanka creates new ministry for police department Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has placed the police department under a new cabinet ministry, removing the law...",negative,-0.66385442
"Sri Lanka publishes trade taxes for import substitution economy, new duty list",11/22/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has published a series of import duties and per unit cess taxes to limit competition from imports for domestic...,"Sri Lanka publishes trade taxes for import substitution economy, new duty list Sri Lanka has published a series of import duties and per unit cess taxes to limit competition from imports for domestic...",negative,-0.949000597
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus isolates Kalutara areas, several Colombo, Gampaha areas to be lifted",11/22/2020,Legal,"Sri Lanka will remove isolation from Colombo Fort, Borella, Slave Island, Wellampitiya, Ja-Ela and Kadawatha from 0500 h...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus isolates Kalutara areas, several Colombo, Gampaha areas to be lifted Sri Lanka will remove isolation from Colombo Fort, Borella, Slave Island, Wellampitiya, Ja-Ela and Kadawatha from 0500 h...",negative,-0.97448504
"Sri Lanka to make banks buy finance company units, give tax credits",11/22/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka will make finance companies owned by banks merge and where larger finance companies own smaller ones they will...,"Sri Lanka to make banks buy finance company units, give tax credits Sri Lanka will make finance companies owned by banks merge and where larger finance companies own smaller ones they will...",negative,-0.863749862
"Sri Lanka confirms 09 Covid-19 deaths taking total to 83, Coronavirus cases 19,771",11/21/2020,Health," Sri Lanka has confirmed 09 new Coronavirus deaths on November 21, taking the total to 83, with 487 new Covid-19 cases b...","Sri Lanka confirms 09 Covid-19 deaths taking total to 83, Coronavirus cases 19,771  Sri Lanka has confirmed 09 new Coronavirus deaths on November 21, taking the total to 83, with 487 new Covid-19 cases b...",negative,-0.931963086
Sri Lanka passes budget for 2021,11/21/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's parliament passed a budget for 2021 with a super majority of 151 legislators of the 225 member assembly voti...,Sri Lanka passes budget for 2021 Sri Lanka's parliament passed a budget for 2021 with a super majority of 151 legislators of the 225 member assembly voti...,positive,0.907208323
Interpol assistance sought to find the mastermind behind Heroin smuggling - Police,11/21/2020,Crime,The Sri Lanka Police have sought Interpol assistance to trace the alleged mastermind behind the smuggling of 100 Kg of H...,Interpol assistance sought to find the mastermind behind Heroin smuggling - Police The Sri Lanka Police have sought Interpol assistance to trace the alleged mastermind behind the smuggling of 100 Kg of H...,negative,-0.973108411
Sri Lanka central banker Coronavirus positive; operations to continue,11/21/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank said it had taken to maintain uninterrupted operations after a staff member tested positive for...,Sri Lanka central banker Coronavirus positive; operations to continue Sri Lanka's central bank said it had taken to maintain uninterrupted operations after a staff member tested positive for...,negative,-0.996860743
"439 new COVID-19 in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 19,280",11/21/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 439 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (20), the...","439 new COVID-19 in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 19,280 Sri Lankan health officials identified 439 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (20), the...",negative,-0.914724171
Two areas in Kalutara isolated as the death toll from Covid rises to 74,11/21/2020,Health,"The government has declared two areas in the Kalutara district, Bandaragama and Atalugama as isolated after several Covi...","Two areas in Kalutara isolated as the death toll from Covid rises to 74 The government has declared two areas in the Kalutara district, Bandaragama and Atalugama as isolated after several Covi...",negative,-0.994745493
"Sri Lanka protectionism to continue, three band tariff for some",11/21/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka will simplify import tariffs of items that are not produced locally but will keep protective tariffs on produc...,"Sri Lanka protectionism to continue, three band tariff for some Sri Lanka will simplify import tariffs of items that are not produced locally but will keep protective tariffs on produc...",positive,0.872396231
Why Sri Lanka is a haven for blue whales,11/21/2020,Environment,Why is Sri Lanka such a great place to view blues whales? Beneath shallow waters outward from Sri Lankan shores lies con...,Why Sri Lanka is a haven for blue whales Why is Sri Lanka such a great place to view blues whales? Beneath shallow waters outward from Sri Lankan shores lies con...,negative,-0.984209776
"Sri Lanka vehicle import ban threatens 100,000 jobs, tax revenues: industry group",11/21/2020,Economy,"A vehicle import ban in Sri Lanka is threatening 100,000 jobs and 350,000 dependants as well as a number of industries a...","Sri Lanka vehicle import ban threatens 100,000 jobs, tax revenues: industry group A vehicle import ban in Sri Lanka is threatening 100,000 jobs and 350,000 dependants as well as a number of industries a...",negative,-0.998173356
Bakeer Markar alleges police are to arrest 200 critical journalists,11/20/2020,Democracy,Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya Member of Parliament Imthiaz Bakeer Markar is accusing the government of targeting med...,Bakeer Markar alleges police are to arrest 200 critical journalists Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya Member of Parliament Imthiaz Bakeer Markar is accusing the government of targeting med...,negative,-0.995283663
Sri Lanka's CEB 'AA+(lka)' rating confirmed with negative outlook,11/20/2020,Energy,Fitch Ratings has confirmed an 'AA+'  state-run Ceylon Electricity Board with a negative outlook which is the same as th...,Sri Lanka's CEB 'AA+(lka)' rating confirmed with negative outlook Fitch Ratings has confirmed an 'AA+'  state-run Ceylon Electricity Board with a negative outlook which is the same as th...,negative,-0.999364197
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,11/20/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.40 percent at Friday’s closing on index heavy Distilleries Company, Browns Investments PLC a...","Sri Lanka stocks end higher Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.40 percent at Friday’s closing on index heavy Distilleries Company, Browns Investments PLC a...",negative,-0.951917052
Sri Lanka Embassy in Moscow advises Sri Lankans not to fall victim to human trafficking,11/20/2020,Crime,Sri Lanka’s Embassy in the Russian capital Moscow is warning Sri Lankans not to fall victim to the fake promises of hu...,Sri Lanka Embassy in Moscow advises Sri Lankans not to fall victim to human trafficking Sri Lanka’s Embassy in the Russian capital Moscow is warning Sri Lankans not to fall victim to the fake promises of hu...,negative,-0.689607978
Dinesh explained why imports are restricted to EU envoys – Govt.,11/20/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka explained that it had had to impose import restrictions due to the fall in foreign exchange income due to the ...,Dinesh explained why imports are restricted to EU envoys – Govt. Sri Lanka explained that it had had to impose import restrictions due to the fall in foreign exchange income due to the ...,negative,-0.981073916
"439 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 18,839",11/20/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 439 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (20), the...","439 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 18,839 Sri Lankan health officials identified 439 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (20), the...",negative,-0.836533546
Opposition urges government to get the vaccines for Covid to Sri Lanka,11/20/2020,Health,Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa is urging the government to take steps to obtain newly developed COVID-19 vacc...,Opposition urges government to get the vaccines for Covid to Sri Lanka Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa is urging the government to take steps to obtain newly developed COVID-19 vacc...,negative,-0.982145727
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly stronger, gilt yields unchanged",11/20/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly stronger at 184.90/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while gilt yields re...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly stronger, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly stronger at 184.90/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while gilt yields re...",negative,-0.76383847
SriLankan Airlines loses Rs36.3bn up to Aug 2020,11/20/2020,Aviation,"SriLankan Airlines has lost 36.38 billion rupees up to August 2020, amid a Coronavirus crises that hit all carriers, aga...","SriLankan Airlines loses Rs36.3bn up to Aug 2020 SriLankan Airlines has lost 36.38 billion rupees up to August 2020, amid a Coronavirus crises that hit all carriers, aga...",negative,-0.999603689
Sri Lanka tyre plant in Hambantota port by China's Haohua,11/19/2020,Business,China will build a 300 million US dollar tyre plant in Sri Lanka's Hambantota port that will export nine million tyres i...,Sri Lanka tyre plant in Hambantota port by China's Haohua China will build a 300 million US dollar tyre plant in Sri Lanka's Hambantota port that will export nine million tyres i...,positive,0.738906324
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields flat",11/19/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 185.10/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while gilt yields remained un...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 185.10/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while gilt yields remained un...",negative,-0.999570906
Sri Lanka to open Rs6.9bn Peliyagoda Manning vegetable market,11/19/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka is opening a new 6.9 billion rupee vegetable wholesale market in Peliyagoda, in the periphery of the capital C...","Sri Lanka to open Rs6.9bn Peliyagoda Manning vegetable market Sri Lanka is opening a new 6.9 billion rupee vegetable wholesale market in Peliyagoda, in the periphery of the capital C...",negative,-0.716447651
Mayor Rosie appeals to donors to provide dry rations to the poor in Colombo,11/19/2020,Health,"Colombo Mayor Rosie Senanayake is appealing to donors to contribute towards providing dry rations to at least 30,000 fam...","Mayor Rosie appeals to donors to provide dry rations to the poor in Colombo Colombo Mayor Rosie Senanayake is appealing to donors to contribute towards providing dry rations to at least 30,000 fam...",positive,0.996078551
Schools open Monday for Grades 6-13 everywhere except in Western Province,11/19/2020,Education,"Sri Lanka’s Schools will open throughout the country from Monday, November 23 for Grades 6-13 except for the Covid 19 ...","Schools open Monday for Grades 6-13 everywhere except in Western Province Sri Lanka’s Schools will open throughout the country from Monday, November 23 for Grades 6-13 except for the Covid 19 ...",positive,0.997452676
Sri Lanka stocks end lower,11/19/2020,Markets," Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.77 percent at Thursday’s closing on index heavy counter C T Holdings PLC, Ceylon Tobacco Comp...","Sri Lanka stocks end lower  Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.77 percent at Thursday’s closing on index heavy counter C T Holdings PLC, Ceylon Tobacco Comp...",negative,-0.999125063
"Standard Chartered funds state hospital, SMEs in Sri Lanka",11/19/2020,Business,Standard Chartered Bank said its funding the upgrade of a state-hospital in Sri Lanka and small and medium enterprises w...,"Standard Chartered funds state hospital, SMEs in Sri Lanka Standard Chartered Bank said its funding the upgrade of a state-hospital in Sri Lanka and small and medium enterprises w...",negative,-0.905631781
Govt to pay compensation to families of deceased migrant workers,11/19/2020,General Industry,"Sri Lanka will pay LKR 500,000 as compensation to the families of each migrant workers who died due to COVID-19 overseas...","Govt to pay compensation to families of deceased migrant workers Sri Lanka will pay LKR 500,000 as compensation to the families of each migrant workers who died due to COVID-19 overseas...",negative,-0.969150007
"327 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 18,402",11/19/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 327 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (19), the...","327 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 18,402 Sri Lankan health officials identified 327 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (19), the...",negative,-0.88654393
Let the people meme,11/19/2020,Opinion,A year is a long time. This year has been longer than most. While that is not an indictment of the incumbent government ...,Let the people meme A year is a long time. This year has been longer than most. While that is not an indictment of the incumbent government ...,negative,-0.992317915
European Union concerned over Sri Lanka import controls; says trade not one way street,11/19/2020,Economy,"The European Union, a key buyer of Sri Lanka exports that has also offered GSP+ benefits to the island has raised concer...","European Union concerned over Sri Lanka import controls; says trade not one way street The European Union, a key buyer of Sri Lanka exports that has also offered GSP+ benefits to the island has raised concer...",negative,-0.969288886
"Sri Lanka rupee, gilt yields quoted steady",11/19/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 184.60/80 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while gilt yields remained un...,"Sri Lanka rupee, gilt yields quoted steady Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 184.60/80 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while gilt yields remained un...",negative,-0.994030118
Sri Lanka Navy to buy emergency response vessel from Colombo Dockyard,11/19/2020,Energy,Sri Lanka Navy has been cleared to purchase a Maintenance and Emergency Response Vessel (MERV) from Colombo Dockyard Plc...,Sri Lanka Navy to buy emergency response vessel from Colombo Dockyard Sri Lanka Navy has been cleared to purchase a Maintenance and Emergency Response Vessel (MERV) from Colombo Dockyard Plc...,negative,-0.973982215
Sri Lanka fails to sell 80-pct of Treasuries at auction,11/19/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has failed to sell 80 percent of Treasury bills offered at an auction on Wednesday, official data showed amid ...","Sri Lanka fails to sell 80-pct of Treasuries at auction Sri Lanka has failed to sell 80 percent of Treasury bills offered at an auction on Wednesday, official data showed amid ...",negative,-0.999648333
President pledges to deal with the second Corona wave in national address,11/18/2020,Politics,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is saying that his government will face the second wave of the Covid pandemic that is affec...,President pledges to deal with the second Corona wave in national address President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is saying that his government will face the second wave of the Covid pandemic that is affec...,positive,0.807781279
"Ceylon Chamber of Commerce welcomes Sri Lanka's budget, calls for consultations",11/18/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has welcomed a budget for 2021 present by Prime Minister and its tax stability an...,"Ceylon Chamber of Commerce welcomes Sri Lanka's budget, calls for consultations Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has welcomed a budget for 2021 present by Prime Minister and its tax stability an...",positive,0.999105394
"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, gilt yields up",11/18/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 184.60/70 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while gilt yields up in dull...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, gilt yields up Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 184.60/70 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while gilt yields up in dull...",negative,-0.987574279
"Budget 2021 presents same old, failed neoliberal policies in new words: Harini",11/18/2020,Economy,"Budget 2021 presents the same old, failed neoliberal economic policies couched in new words and will only benefit a priv...","Budget 2021 presents same old, failed neoliberal policies in new words: Harini Budget 2021 presents the same old, failed neoliberal economic policies couched in new words and will only benefit a priv...",negative,-0.999561965
Covid-related unrest in Prisons grow as escaping inmate in Kandy is shot dead,11/18/2020,Health,Prisoners in many jails in Sri Lanka are uneasy because of the Covid 19 spread in the institutions and the incident this...,Covid-related unrest in Prisons grow as escaping inmate in Kandy is shot dead Prisoners in many jails in Sri Lanka are uneasy because of the Covid 19 spread in the institutions and the incident this...,negative,-0.99370414
Sri Lanka to charge 0.25-pct social security levy from businesses,11/18/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has proposed to charge a 0.25 per cent social security tax from business with more than 50-employes to support...,Sri Lanka to charge 0.25-pct social security levy from businesses Sri Lanka has proposed to charge a 0.25 per cent social security tax from business with more than 50-employes to support...,negative,-0.9612692
Sri Lanka stocks end marginally lower,11/18/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks end 0.01 per cent lower on Wednesday pushed by Carson Cumberbatch, Richard Pieris and Company and Sri L...","Sri Lanka stocks end marginally lower Sri Lanka stocks end 0.01 per cent lower on Wednesday pushed by Carson Cumberbatch, Richard Pieris and Company and Sri L...",negative,-0.998399913
"Sri Lanka 2019, 2020 budget deficit data controversy hots up",11/18/2020,Economy,"Suddenly changing published data to overstating a budget deficit for 2019 and understating a deficit for 2020, flouting ...","Sri Lanka 2019, 2020 budget deficit data controversy hots up Suddenly changing published data to overstating a budget deficit for 2019 and understating a deficit for 2020, flouting ...",negative,-0.995086968
Dr Anil Jasinghe will attend official COVID-19 meetings: Health Minister,11/18/2020,Health,Former Health Services Director General Dr Anil Jasinghe will be brought back to the government’s official COVID-19 me...,Dr Anil Jasinghe will attend official COVID-19 meetings: Health Minister Former Health Services Director General Dr Anil Jasinghe will be brought back to the government’s official COVID-19 me...,positive,0.99080956
"401 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 18,075",11/18/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 401 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (18), the...","401 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 18,075 Sri Lankan health officials identified 401 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (18), the...",negative,-0.878815889
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields steady",11/18/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 185.00/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while steady yields flat in ...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 185.00/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while steady yields flat in ...",negative,-0.994478345
Sri Lanka offers foreign exchange carrots amid monetary instability,11/18/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has proposed a series of incentives to draw in black money, foreign exchange or discourage their outflow in a ...","Sri Lanka offers foreign exchange carrots amid monetary instability Sri Lanka has proposed a series of incentives to draw in black money, foreign exchange or discourage their outflow in a ...",negative,-0.987150192
"Sri Lanka to punish auditors and tax consultants, tax court planned",11/18/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka will punish auditors and tax consultants and bar them from practicing if they prepare false tax filings, Prime...","Sri Lanka to punish auditors and tax consultants, tax court planned Sri Lanka will punish auditors and tax consultants and bar them from practicing if they prepare false tax filings, Prime...",negative,-0.997329354
Sri Lanka units of multi-nationals offered dividend tax carrot to boost exports,11/18/2020,Economy, Sri Lanka has offered to slash dividend taxes of multi-national firms catering to the domestic markets that increase th...,Sri Lanka units of multi-nationals offered dividend tax carrot to boost exports  Sri Lanka has offered to slash dividend taxes of multi-national firms catering to the domestic markets that increase th...,negative,-0.5524863
Sri Lanka Covid death toll rises to 66 as 5 die in and around Colombo,11/17/2020,Health,The death toll from the Covid 19 pandemic in Sri Lanka has risen to 66 today after five more people succumbed to the ill...,Sri Lanka Covid death toll rises to 66 as 5 die in and around Colombo The death toll from the Covid 19 pandemic in Sri Lanka has risen to 66 today after five more people succumbed to the ill...,negative,-0.933937848
Opinion: Government Alone Cannot Win War Against Covid-19,11/17/2020,Democracy,A fatal trend of non-transparent decision making was set early on in the Covid crisis. At the root of the problem was th...,Opinion: Government Alone Cannot Win War Against Covid-19 A fatal trend of non-transparent decision making was set early on in the Covid crisis. At the root of the problem was th...,negative,-0.996449113
Sri Lanka 2021 budget deficit targeted at 8.9-pct of GDP,11/17/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is targeting a budget deficit of 8.9 percent of gross domestic product in 2021, with revenue recovery expected...","Sri Lanka 2021 budget deficit targeted at 8.9-pct of GDP Sri Lanka is targeting a budget deficit of 8.9 percent of gross domestic product in 2021, with revenue recovery expected...",negative,-0.988648951
Sri Lanka to give amnesty to those who broke tax laws or forex controls,11/17/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka will give an amnesty to businessmen who have hidden funds breaking tax or foreign exchange laws if the money i...,Sri Lanka to give amnesty to those who broke tax laws or forex controls Sri Lanka will give an amnesty to businessmen who have hidden funds breaking tax or foreign exchange laws if the money i...,negative,-0.987212479
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields flat",11/17/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 184.90/185.20 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while gilt yields flat in du...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 184.90/185.20 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while gilt yields flat in du...",negative,-0.999400735
Rosy wants to shut down Colombo but government unlikely to agree,11/17/2020,Health,The government is unlikely to accede to a request made by Colombo Mayor Rosy Senanayake to shut down the country’s com...,Rosy wants to shut down Colombo but government unlikely to agree The government is unlikely to accede to a request made by Colombo Mayor Rosy Senanayake to shut down the country’s com...,negative,-0.994599223
Sri Lanka budget 2021 key tax changes and relief,11/17/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka will give a 100,000 rupee a month tax relief for personal income tax payers who invest in government securitie...","Sri Lanka budget 2021 key tax changes and relief Sri Lanka will give a 100,000 rupee a month tax relief for personal income tax payers who invest in government securitie...",positive,0.631373584
"Sri Lanka to raise retirement age for EPF to 60 years for men, women",11/17/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka will raise the retirement age for the purpose of the Employment Provident to 60 years and remove the differenc...,"Sri Lanka to raise retirement age for EPF to 60 years for men, women Sri Lanka will raise the retirement age for the purpose of the Employment Provident to 60 years and remove the differenc...",positive,0.926952243
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,11/17/2020,Markets," Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.53 per cent higher on Tuesday pushed up by Expolanka, Sri Lanka Telecom and Melstacorp, Col...","Sri Lanka stocks end higher  Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.53 per cent higher on Tuesday pushed up by Expolanka, Sri Lanka Telecom and Melstacorp, Col...",negative,-0.992908955
Sri Lanka to merge small state banks into National Development Banking Corporation,11/17/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka will merge a number of small state banks into a National Development Banking Corporation, Prime Minister and F...","Sri Lanka to merge small state banks into National Development Banking Corporation Sri Lanka will merge a number of small state banks into a National Development Banking Corporation, Prime Minister and F...",positive,0.989589214
Sri Lanka to change privatization agreement of firms that do not raise salaries,11/17/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka will change the privatization agreements of plantations companies that do not raise salaries to 1,000 rupees a...","Sri Lanka to change privatization agreement of firms that do not raise salaries Sri Lanka will change the privatization agreements of plantations companies that do not raise salaries to 1,000 rupees a...",negative,-0.995732367
"Sri Lanka to give Treasury guarantee for tourism Covid-19 loans, term extended",11/17/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka will give a 50-per cent Treasury guarantee for central bank re-finance loans given to Coronavirus hit tourism ...,"Sri Lanka to give Treasury guarantee for tourism Covid-19 loans, term extended Sri Lanka will give a 50-per cent Treasury guarantee for central bank re-finance loans given to Coronavirus hit tourism ...",negative,-0.97591418
Sri Lanka central bank should look at credit and liquidity in a new way: Finance Minister,11/17/2020,Economy, Sri Lanka's central bank should look at credit and liquidity in a new way and maintain price stability with inflation a...,Sri Lanka central bank should look at credit and liquidity in a new way: Finance Minister  Sri Lanka's central bank should look at credit and liquidity in a new way and maintain price stability with inflation a...,positive,0.961219728
"Sri Lanka to have special GST tax, investment relief for bonds, stocks",11/17/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka will have a special goods and services tax (GST) for vehicles, cigarettes and alcohol Prime Minister and Finan...","Sri Lanka to have special GST tax, investment relief for bonds, stocks Sri Lanka will have a special goods and services tax (GST) for vehicles, cigarettes and alcohol Prime Minister and Finan...",negative,-0.903333902
Sri Lanka budget 2021 -LIVE blog,11/17/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka is presenting a budget for 2021 amid challenges to take the country on path of industrialization, agriculture...","Sri Lanka budget 2021 -LIVE blog  Sri Lanka is presenting a budget for 2021 amid challenges to take the country on path of industrialization, agriculture...",negative,-0.670784473
Private-sector style Labour Laws for State Sector – Cabinet spokesman,11/17/2020,Economy,The government will go ahead with a plan to introduce laws to resolve employee disputes in the State Sector which will b...,Private-sector style Labour Laws for State Sector – Cabinet spokesman The government will go ahead with a plan to introduce laws to resolve employee disputes in the State Sector which will b...,negative,-0.771240354
SriLankan to offer a whopping handshake to retiring employees - Cabinet,11/17/2020,Aviation,The Cabinet has approved a Voluntary Retirement Scheme for 560 employees of SriLankan Airlines which will cost a whoppin...,SriLankan to offer a whopping handshake to retiring employees - Cabinet The Cabinet has approved a Voluntary Retirement Scheme for 560 employees of SriLankan Airlines which will cost a whoppin...,negative,-0.989295423
"382 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 17,674",11/17/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 382 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (17), the...","382 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 17,674 Sri Lankan health officials identified 382 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (17), the...",negative,-0.873193443
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields flat",11/17/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee stronger at 184.20/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while gilt yields flat in dull mark...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee stronger at 184.20/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while gilt yields flat in dull mark...",negative,-0.998265088
Sri Lanka raises US$62mn dollars in SLDB post-auction placement,11/17/2020,Bonds & Forex,A total of 86.8 million dollars had been raised from dollar denominated Sri Lanka Development Bonds this week with a 62 ...,Sri Lanka raises US$62mn dollars in SLDB post-auction placement A total of 86.8 million dollars had been raised from dollar denominated Sri Lanka Development Bonds this week with a 62 ...,negative,-0.968104184
"Sri Lanka's Softlogic group cuts losses in Sept as hospital, retail recovers",11/17/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Softlogic Holdings Plc lost 1.09 billion rupees in the September quarter, up rew 44 percent from a year thou...","Sri Lanka's Softlogic group cuts losses in Sept as hospital, retail recovers Sri Lanka's Softlogic Holdings Plc lost 1.09 billion rupees in the September quarter, up rew 44 percent from a year thou...",negative,-0.997849822
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise to 61, new Covid-19 cases 382",11/17/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's Coronavirus deaths rose to 61 with three elderly persons passing away and health authorities confirmed anoth...,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise to 61, new Covid-19 cases 382 Sri Lanka's Coronavirus deaths rose to 61 with three elderly persons passing away and health authorities confirmed anoth...",negative,-0.946068764
"Sri Lanka to present budget for 2021 amid Coronavirus, revenue challenges",11/17/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's Prime Minister and Finance Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa will present a budget for 2021 amid weak revenues from...,"Sri Lanka to present budget for 2021 amid Coronavirus, revenue challenges Sri Lanka's Prime Minister and Finance Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa will present a budget for 2021 amid weak revenues from...",negative,-0.998805881
CID questions MP Eran over statements made about Easter attacks,11/16/2020,Democracy,"Opposition Member of Parliament, former Minister Eran Wickremeratne is claiming that he was summoned to the Criminal Inv...","CID questions MP Eran over statements made about Easter attacks Opposition Member of Parliament, former Minister Eran Wickremeratne is claiming that he was summoned to the Criminal Inv...",negative,-0.990280092
Sri Lanka's Nations Trust Bank net up 20-pct in Sept quarter,11/16/2020,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka’s NTB Banknet profits grew 20 percent to 1.3 billion rupees in the September 2020 quarter from a ...,Sri Lanka's Nations Trust Bank net up 20-pct in Sept quarter Profits at Sri Lanka’s NTB Banknet profits grew 20 percent to 1.3 billion rupees in the September 2020 quarter from a ...,negative,-0.909322083
Sri Lanka’s Seylan Bank net down 42-pct,11/16/2020,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka’s Seylan Bank fell 42 percent from a year ago to 624 million in the September 2020 quarter as loa...,Sri Lanka’s Seylan Bank net down 42-pct Profits at Sri Lanka’s Seylan Bank fell 42 percent from a year ago to 624 million in the September 2020 quarter as loa...,negative,-0.999165535
Bogambara Prison Covid infections threatening Kandy - Kiriella,11/16/2020,Health,Opposition MP Lakshman Kiriella is charging that said that the Prison turned quarantine centre in Bogambara Prison is po...,Bogambara Prison Covid infections threatening Kandy - Kiriella Opposition MP Lakshman Kiriella is charging that said that the Prison turned quarantine centre in Bogambara Prison is po...,negative,-0.997548878
Sri Lanka stocks end lower,11/16/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.09 per cent at Monday’s closing on index heavy Richard Pieris and Company, Sri Lanka Telecom a...","Sri Lanka stocks end lower Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.09 per cent at Monday’s closing on index heavy Richard Pieris and Company, Sri Lanka Telecom a...",negative,-0.999097466
"704 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 17,287",11/16/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 704 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (16), the...","704 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 17,287 Sri Lankan health officials identified 704 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (16), the...",negative,-0.83749032
"Sri Lanka 2020 budget deficit projected at 7.9-pct of GDP, 2019 gap re-stated up",11/16/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has re-stated a budget deficit for 2019 an already published number of 6.8 percent of gross domestic product t...,"Sri Lanka 2020 budget deficit projected at 7.9-pct of GDP, 2019 gap re-stated up Sri Lanka has re-stated a budget deficit for 2019 an already published number of 6.8 percent of gross domestic product t...",negative,-0.996995568
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields steady",11/16/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 184.90/185.15 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while gilt yields flat in d...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 184.90/185.15 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while gilt yields flat in d...",negative,-0.986584902
Sri Lanka buys US$48mn from forex markets in Oct,11/16/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank has bought 49 million US dollars from foreign markets in October 2020 to maintain a pegged exch...,Sri Lanka buys US$48mn from forex markets in Oct Sri Lanka's central bank has bought 49 million US dollars from foreign markets in October 2020 to maintain a pegged exch...,negative,-0.959690452
Opinion: It is time to rethink how we are dealing with Covid,11/16/2020,Health,"As the second wave of the Covid 19 pandemic continues to engulf the country, and the public is increasingly showing its ...","Opinion: It is time to rethink how we are dealing with Covid As the second wave of the Covid 19 pandemic continues to engulf the country, and the public is increasingly showing its ...",negative,-0.785928667
Opinion: Failed Government - A Year in Review,11/16/2020,Health,"A year into President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's presidency, we are in the midst of a raging pandemic, with an ailing economy ...","Opinion: Failed Government - A Year in Review A year into President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's presidency, we are in the midst of a raging pandemic, with an ailing economy ...",negative,-0.997205794
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise to 58, new Covid-19 cases 704",11/15/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's has reported five new Coronavirus deaths taking the total to 58, Director General of Health Asela Gunewarden...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise to 58, new Covid-19 cases 704 Sri Lanka's has reported five new Coronavirus deaths taking the total to 58, Director General of Health Asela Gunewarden...",negative,-0.981274068
World's largest trade deal (RCEP) signed in Vietnam as Sri Lanka controls imports,11/15/2020,Economy,Economic ministers from ten Association of South East Asian Nations and five other partners inked a Regional Comprehensi...,World's largest trade deal (RCEP) signed in Vietnam as Sri Lanka controls imports Economic ministers from ten Association of South East Asian Nations and five other partners inked a Regional Comprehensi...,negative,-0.91119194
Sri Lanka Colombo port returning to normal despite Coronavirus hit: Chairman,11/15/2020,Logistics,Operations at Colombo Port will be steadily brought back to normal over the week with extra staff brought in after a abo...,Sri Lanka Colombo port returning to normal despite Coronavirus hit: Chairman Operations at Colombo Port will be steadily brought back to normal over the week with extra staff brought in after a abo...,positive,0.983388186
"Sri Lanka EDB, BOI firms, essential offices to run in new Coronavirus isolated Colombo areas",11/15/2020,Business,"Factories linked to the Board of Investment, Export Development Board, courts, essential government and private companie...","Sri Lanka EDB, BOI firms, essential offices to run in new Coronavirus isolated Colombo areas Factories linked to the Board of Investment, Export Development Board, courts, essential government and private companie...",negative,-0.954577208
"Sri Lanka bans export of scrap iron, copper, aluminium, stainless steel, zinc",11/15/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has banned the export of scrap iron, copper, aluminium, stainless steel, high carbon steel, brass, zinc and co...","Sri Lanka bans export of scrap iron, copper, aluminium, stainless steel, zinc Sri Lanka has banned the export of scrap iron, copper, aluminium, stainless steel, high carbon steel, brass, zinc and co...",negative,-0.993121207
Sri Lanka community in Vietnam support typhoon relief efforts,11/15/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka community in Vietnam and staff of the embassy in Hanoi had raised 66 million dong to support one of the worst ...,Sri Lanka community in Vietnam support typhoon relief efforts Sri Lanka community in Vietnam and staff of the embassy in Hanoi had raised 66 million dong to support one of the worst ...,negative,-0.998664379
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus isolation in Colombo tightened, EDB, BOI firms can work",11/15/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has expanded isolated areas in the capital Colombo from 0500hours Monday with border controls on the Western p...,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus isolation in Colombo tightened, EDB, BOI firms can work Sri Lanka has expanded isolated areas in the capital Colombo from 0500hours Monday with border controls on the Western p...",negative,-0.815336406
Most of Colombo Central to be isolated from Monday  morning – Army Commander,11/14/2020,Health,"Five more areas in the City of Colombo will be isolated from 5:00 AM on Monday, Nov 16, and they are Maradana, Fort, Pet...","Most of Colombo Central to be isolated from Monday  morning – Army Commander Five more areas in the City of Colombo will be isolated from 5:00 AM on Monday, Nov 16, and they are Maradana, Fort, Pet...",negative,-0.954252899
"Sri Lanka women workers challenged by family attitude, transport, harassment",11/14/2020,Op-ed/Special Reports,Though increasing numbers of women wanted and were working in super markets and nursing homes they faced many challenges...,"Sri Lanka women workers challenged by family attitude, transport, harassment Though increasing numbers of women wanted and were working in super markets and nursing homes they faced many challenges...",negative,-0.96366328
Government decision “disastrous for forests and biodiversity” - Environmentalists,11/14/2020,Environment,"Environmentalists, Conservationists and the political opposition are strenuously objecting to the decision by the govern...","Government decision “disastrous for forests and biodiversity” - Environmentalists Environmentalists, Conservationists and the political opposition are strenuously objecting to the decision by the govern...",negative,-0.996329606
"468 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 16,191",11/14/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 468 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (14), the...","468 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 16,191 Sri Lankan health officials identified 468 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (14), the...",negative,-0.858015656
Police nab man for allegedly posting fake Covid story,11/14/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s police have issued a stern warning to Social Media users who create and share fake news about the Covid 19...,Police nab man for allegedly posting fake Covid story Sri Lanka’s police have issued a stern warning to Social Media users who create and share fake news about the Covid 19...,negative,-0.997815371
Sri Lanka's Ceylon tea prices dip as Russian winter buying slows,11/14/2020,Business,Sri Lanka tea prices has eased after a dip in the moment of Russian winter buying which helped buoy prices in recent wee...,Sri Lanka's Ceylon tea prices dip as Russian winter buying slows Sri Lanka tea prices has eased after a dip in the moment of Russian winter buying which helped buoy prices in recent wee...,negative,-0.9921664
Sri Lanka's NDB Bank net up 31-pct in Sept 2020,11/14/2020,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka’s NDB Banknet profits grew 31 percent to 1.5 billion rupees in the September 2020 quarter from a ...,Sri Lanka's NDB Bank net up 31-pct in Sept 2020 Profits at Sri Lanka’s NDB Banknet profits grew 31 percent to 1.5 billion rupees in the September 2020 quarter from a ...,negative,-0.83301729
Sri Lanka's Port City says Covid-19 positive China workers linked to another site,11/14/2020,Business,"CHEC Port City Colombo, which has reclaimed the sea off Sri Lanka's capital says four workers from China that tested pos...","Sri Lanka's Port City says Covid-19 positive China workers linked to another site CHEC Port City Colombo, which has reclaimed the sea off Sri Lanka's capital says four workers from China that tested pos...",negative,-0.608932316
Five COVID-19 deaths in Sri Lanka today as 198 people test positive,11/13/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka recorded five new COVID-19 related deaths today (13), bringing the country’s pandemic death toll to 53, the ...","Five COVID-19 deaths in Sri Lanka today as 198 people test positive Sri Lanka recorded five new COVID-19 related deaths today (13), bringing the country’s pandemic death toll to 53, the ...",negative,-0.986600101
Distilleries Corporation of Sri Lanka net up 95-pct in Sept quarter,11/13/2020,Markets," Profits at Distilleries Corporation of Sri Lanka, the island's largest hard alcohol maker said grew 95 per cent from a ...","Distilleries Corporation of Sri Lanka net up 95-pct in Sept quarter  Profits at Distilleries Corporation of Sri Lanka, the island's largest hard alcohol maker said grew 95 per cent from a ...",negative,-0.716613293
CID probing “false” Social Media posts of people dying by the wayside of COVID,11/13/2020,Health,The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) is probing the instances where there were postings on social media showing p...,CID probing “false” Social Media posts of people dying by the wayside of COVID The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) is probing the instances where there were postings on social media showing p...,negative,-0.984744608
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields flat",11/13/2020,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 184.75/80 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while gilt yields end flat on ...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields flat  Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 184.75/80 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while gilt yields end flat on ...",negative,-0.999291062
Sri Lanka stocks end lower,11/13/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks end 0.14 per cent lower on Friday for the second consecutive day, pushed down by Carsons Cumberbatch, D...","Sri Lanka stocks end lower Sri Lanka stocks end 0.14 per cent lower on Friday for the second consecutive day, pushed down by Carsons Cumberbatch, D...",negative,-0.999227762
Government has blatantly violated the Constitution by presenting this Appropriations Bill – Sumant...,11/13/2020,Economy,Opposition Member of Parliament M A Sumanthiran is accusing the government of “blatantly violating the Constitution”...,Government has blatantly violated the Constitution by presenting this Appropriations Bill – Sumant... Opposition Member of Parliament M A Sumanthiran is accusing the government of “blatantly violating the Constitution”...,negative,-0.997418165
"Sri Lanka exports fall 14.9-pct on Covid-19 flare up, UK shipments surge",11/13/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's merchandise exports fell 14.9 percent from a year earlier to 831.7 million dollars in September 2020, as a C...","Sri Lanka exports fall 14.9-pct on Covid-19 flare up, UK shipments surge Sri Lanka's merchandise exports fell 14.9 percent from a year earlier to 831.7 million dollars in September 2020, as a C...",negative,-0.99778372
National Movement for a Just Society calls for wide consultations on new Constitution,11/13/2020,Constitutional Amendments,Prof Rohan Samarajiva is saying that process of making a new constitution to the country is not something that is owned ...,National Movement for a Just Society calls for wide consultations on new Constitution Prof Rohan Samarajiva is saying that process of making a new constitution to the country is not something that is owned ...,negative,-0.995173752
Hatton National Bank profits flat in Sept 2020 quarter,11/13/2020,Banking,"Profits at Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank group, which also has an insurance unit was flat at 3.46 billion rupees in t...","Hatton National Bank profits flat in Sept 2020 quarter Profits at Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank group, which also has an insurance unit was flat at 3.46 billion rupees in t...",negative,-0.999638677
"385 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 15,723",11/13/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 385 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (13), the...","385 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 15,723 Sri Lankan health officials identified 385 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (13), the...",negative,-0.875089049
Government imported Rapid Antigen test kits on epidemiologists’ recommendation – Jayasumana,11/13/2020,Health,The government chose to use an emergency tender process to import the Rapid Antigen test kits to Sri Lanka to cover the ...,Government imported Rapid Antigen test kits on epidemiologists’ recommendation – Jayasumana The government chose to use an emergency tender process to import the Rapid Antigen test kits to Sri Lanka to cover the ...,negative,-0.993964732
“Don’t blame the public for the second wave of Covid infections” - Kiriella,11/13/2020,Health,Chief Opposition Whip Lakshman Kiriella is urging the government not to blame the public for the second wave of Covid 19...,“Don’t blame the public for the second wave of Covid infections” - Kiriella Chief Opposition Whip Lakshman Kiriella is urging the government not to blame the public for the second wave of Covid 19...,positive,0.913970232
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, gilt yields up",11/13/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee is quoted stronger at 184.55/65 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while gilt yields marginal...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, gilt yields up Sri Lanka rupee is quoted stronger at 184.55/65 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while gilt yields marginal...",negative,-0.945616007
Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank net down 25-pct amid bond gain cushion,11/13/2020,Banking," Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank of Ceylon Plc, the island's largest private lender said profits in the September 2020 quart...","Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank net down 25-pct amid bond gain cushion  Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank of Ceylon Plc, the island's largest private lender said profits in the September 2020 quart...",negative,-0.980023384
China construction workers in Sri Lanka hit by Coronavirus,11/13/2020,Business,Four Chinese nationals working in a construction site in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo and two locals have been confirmed ...,China construction workers in Sri Lanka hit by Coronavirus Four Chinese nationals working in a construction site in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo and two locals have been confirmed ...,negative,-0.994378865
Sri Lanka hikes Treasury guarantees to 15-pct of GDP,11/13/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is hiking Treasury guarantees to 15 percent of gross domestic product, or about 330 percent of the original li...","Sri Lanka hikes Treasury guarantees to 15-pct of GDP Sri Lanka is hiking Treasury guarantees to 15 percent of gross domestic product, or about 330 percent of the original li...",negative,-0.975492895
Sri Lanka fails to sell 35-pct of bonds offered at auction,11/13/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has failed to sell 26.52 billion rupees out of 75 billion rupees of bonds offered at an auction on November 12...,Sri Lanka fails to sell 35-pct of bonds offered at auction Sri Lanka has failed to sell 26.52 billion rupees out of 75 billion rupees of bonds offered at an auction on November 12...,negative,-0.99955827
Cricket: Lanka Premier League still on course - SLC,11/12/2020,Health,Sri Lanka Cricket Board (SLC) is yet to decide whether the Lanka Premier League (LPL) T20 Cricket tournament will be pla...,Cricket: Lanka Premier League still on course - SLC Sri Lanka Cricket Board (SLC) is yet to decide whether the Lanka Premier League (LPL) T20 Cricket tournament will be pla...,negative,-0.998104811
Two more die of Covid 19 – DG Health Services,11/12/2020,Health,Two more Covid 19 patients have died bringing the total dead from the virus in Sri Lanka to 48 the Director-General of H...,Two more die of Covid 19 – DG Health Services Two more Covid 19 patients have died bringing the total dead from the virus in Sri Lanka to 48 the Director-General of H...,negative,-0.997478306
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields marginally up after bond auction",11/12/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 184.58/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while gilt yields marginally ed...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields marginally up after bond auction Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 184.58/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while gilt yields marginally ed...",negative,-0.988236606
Sri Lanka Lions Beer ‘AAA(lka)’ rating confirmed despite covid-19 hit sales: Fitch,11/12/2020,Business,Fitch Ratings said it was confirming an ‘AAA(lka)’ rating of Sri Lanka's Lion Brewery (Ceylon) Plc despite a hit on ...,Sri Lanka Lions Beer ‘AAA(lka)’ rating confirmed despite covid-19 hit sales: Fitch Fitch Ratings said it was confirming an ‘AAA(lka)’ rating of Sri Lanka's Lion Brewery (Ceylon) Plc despite a hit on ...,negative,-0.997869253
Sri Lanka stocks end lower,11/12/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks end 0.11 per cent lower on Thursday, pushed down by Commercial Bank, Nestle Lanka and Sampath Bank, Col...","Sri Lanka stocks end lower Sri Lanka stocks end 0.11 per cent lower on Thursday, pushed down by Commercial Bank, Nestle Lanka and Sampath Bank, Col...",negative,-0.999274313
Deepavali celebrations - Government issues guidelines,11/12/2020,Health,The Health authorities have issued a set of guidelines to those celebrating the Hindu festival of light – Deepavali - ...,Deepavali celebrations - Government issues guidelines The Health authorities have issued a set of guidelines to those celebrating the Hindu festival of light – Deepavali - ...,negative,-0.804909766
Sri Lanka repays US$4.2bn in foreign debt without defaulting in 2020: PM,11/12/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has repaid 4.2 billion US dollars in foreign debt falling due and avoided sovereign default, Prime Minister an...","Sri Lanka repays US$4.2bn in foreign debt without defaulting in 2020: PM Sri Lanka has repaid 4.2 billion US dollars in foreign debt falling due and avoided sovereign default, Prime Minister an...",positive,0.9884969
"644 COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 15,350",11/12/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 644 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (12), the...","644 COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 15,350 Sri Lankan health officials identified 644 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (12), the...",negative,-0.87792182
State Engineering land for Manning Market; Civil Defence Force to assist,11/12/2020,Economy,The government is looking to allocate land owned by the State Engineering Corporation for the proposed relocation of the...,State Engineering land for Manning Market; Civil Defence Force to assist The government is looking to allocate land owned by the State Engineering Corporation for the proposed relocation of the...,negative,-0.9971174
Sri Lanka pawning loans grew 11-pct to Rs237bn by Sept 2020: Minister Cabraal,11/12/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka pawning (gold-backed loans) credit from the banking system had grown by 27 billion rupees 237 billion rupees i...,Sri Lanka pawning loans grew 11-pct to Rs237bn by Sept 2020: Minister Cabraal Sri Lanka pawning (gold-backed loans) credit from the banking system had grown by 27 billion rupees 237 billion rupees i...,negative,-0.985717773
SriLankan Airlines to get US$150mn cash injection in 2020: PM,11/12/2020,Aviation,State-run SriLankan Airlines would get a 150 million dollar cash injection in 2020 which would be part of a 500 million ...,SriLankan Airlines to get US$150mn cash injection in 2020: PM State-run SriLankan Airlines would get a 150 million dollar cash injection in 2020 which would be part of a 500 million ...,negative,-0.984048367
Opposition charges that the government has spent money without Parliamentary approval,11/12/2020,Economy,The government presented a budget for the year 2020 today in Parliament in a historic first where Parliament will have t...,Opposition charges that the government has spent money without Parliamentary approval The government presented a budget for the year 2020 today in Parliament in a historic first where Parliament will have t...,negative,-0.919591665
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat, gilt yields steady",11/12/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat at 184.55/65 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields steady ahead ...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat at 184.55/65 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields steady ahead ...",positive,0.996755779
"Sri Lanka isolates Western Province amid Covid-19 warnings on Colombo, Coronavirus deaths rise to 46",11/12/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's has barred travel in and out the Western Province as daily Coronavirus cases hit 635 and Covid-19 deaths ros...,"Sri Lanka isolates Western Province amid Covid-19 warnings on Colombo, Coronavirus deaths rise to 46 Sri Lanka's has barred travel in and out the Western Province as daily Coronavirus cases hit 635 and Covid-19 deaths ros...",negative,-0.997694671
India ITC hotel Covid-19 workers in Sri Lanka for over a year,11/12/2020,Business,"Construction workers linked WelcomHotels Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, a unit of India's ITC group has been resident in Sri Lanka for...","India ITC hotel Covid-19 workers in Sri Lanka for over a year Construction workers linked WelcomHotels Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, a unit of India's ITC group has been resident in Sri Lanka for...",negative,-0.633710086
Sri Lanka hikes bus fares by 20-pct as Covid-19 alert limits passenger carriage,11/11/2020,Business,Sri Lanka has raised bus fares 20 percent as passenger carriage was limited to the number of seats as required by health...,Sri Lanka hikes bus fares by 20-pct as Covid-19 alert limits passenger carriage Sri Lanka has raised bus fares 20 percent as passenger carriage was limited to the number of seats as required by health...,negative,-0.994443119
Western Province isolated as of midnight tonight on President’s orders – Army Chief,11/11/2020,Health,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered that all entrances and exits from the Western Province be closed from midnight ...,Western Province isolated as of midnight tonight on President’s orders – Army Chief President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered that all entrances and exits from the Western Province be closed from midnight ...,negative,-0.966220438
Three new COVID-19 deaths and 309 new cases in Sri Lanka today,11/11/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka recorded three new COVID-19 related deaths today (11), bringing total novel coronavirus deaths in the island t...","Three new COVID-19 deaths and 309 new cases in Sri Lanka today Sri Lanka recorded three new COVID-19 related deaths today (11), bringing total novel coronavirus deaths in the island t...",negative,-0.940662682
"Sri Lanka rupee steady, bond yields marginally up",11/11/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 184.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields slightly e...,"Sri Lanka rupee steady, bond yields marginally up Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 184.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields slightly e...",negative,-0.883903861
Sri Lanka stocks end slightly higher,11/11/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks end 0.03 higher on Wednesday pushed by index heavy counters John Keells Holdings, Dialog Axiata and Dis...","Sri Lanka stocks end slightly higher Sri Lanka stocks end 0.03 higher on Wednesday pushed by index heavy counters John Keells Holdings, Dialog Axiata and Dis...",negative,-0.992269874
"Cremation of Muslim victims of Covid 19, community leaders hope Govt. will allow burials",11/11/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Muslim minority is still hopeful that the government will lift the order for the mandatory cremation of th...,"Cremation of Muslim victims of Covid 19, community leaders hope Govt. will allow burials Sri Lanka’s Muslim minority is still hopeful that the government will lift the order for the mandatory cremation of th...",positive,0.994902372
Sri Lanka’s First Capital Treasuries Limited ratings upgraded to SL [A]: ICRA,11/11/2020,Business,The ratings of First Capital Treasuries Limited has been upgraded to [SL]A with a stable outlook from SL [A-] as the S...,Sri Lanka’s First Capital Treasuries Limited ratings upgraded to SL [A]: ICRA The ratings of First Capital Treasuries Limited has been upgraded to [SL]A with a stable outlook from SL [A-] as the S...,positive,0.970800579
"Sri Lanka motor traffic dept runs from regional office amid Covid-19 hit, hotlines given",11/11/2020,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka’s Department of Motor Traffic said it will operate out of an office in Werahera and regional offices after ...,"Sri Lanka motor traffic dept runs from regional office amid Covid-19 hit, hotlines given  Sri Lanka’s Department of Motor Traffic said it will operate out of an office in Werahera and regional offices after ...",negative,-0.965496361
Sri Lanka Covid-19 debt moratorium extended till April 2021,11/11/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka has extended a debt moratorium given to customers of banks and finance companies from October 01, 2020 to Marc...","Sri Lanka Covid-19 debt moratorium extended till April 2021 Sri Lanka has extended a debt moratorium given to customers of banks and finance companies from October 01, 2020 to Marc...",negative,-0.923680007
Opposition questions the import of Antigen tests for Covid “without due process”,11/11/2020,Health,Opposition politicians are accusing the government of permitting the import of Rapid Antigen test kits to Sri Lanka with...,Opposition questions the import of Antigen tests for Covid “without due process” Opposition politicians are accusing the government of permitting the import of Rapid Antigen test kits to Sri Lanka with...,negative,-0.996009111
"430 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 14,715",11/11/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 430 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (11), the...","430 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 14,715 Sri Lankan health officials identified 430 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (11), the...",negative,-0.878186703
PCR tests have cost more than LKR42mn – Presidential Secretariat,11/11/2020,Health,The President’s Office has released the accounts for the Covid Fund showing that the most expensive item the fund has ...,PCR tests have cost more than LKR42mn – Presidential Secretariat The President’s Office has released the accounts for the Covid Fund showing that the most expensive item the fund has ...,negative,-0.991441369
Sri Lanka civil defence force to help run Covid-19 hit Manning market,11/11/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's civil defence force cadres will help run a Coronavirus hit wholesale vegetable market in the capital Colombo...,Sri Lanka civil defence force to help run Covid-19 hit Manning market Sri Lanka's civil defence force cadres will help run a Coronavirus hit wholesale vegetable market in the capital Colombo...,negative,-0.995518327
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat, gilt yields unchanged",11/11/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat at 184.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields remained unc...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat at 184.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields remained unc...",negative,-0.998881996
"Sri Lanka cigarette sales near pre-Covid-19 levels in Sept, tax revenues up",11/11/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's cigarette sales have recovered to almost pre-Covid-19 levels in the September 2020 quarter, Ceylon Tobacco C...","Sri Lanka cigarette sales near pre-Covid-19 levels in Sept, tax revenues up Sri Lanka's cigarette sales have recovered to almost pre-Covid-19 levels in the September 2020 quarter, Ceylon Tobacco C...",negative,-0.989074767
Sri Lanka slams price controls on sugar at Rs90,11/11/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka has slammed a price control on sugar at 90 rupees a kilogram for packeted sugar and 85 rupees when sold loose.,Sri Lanka slams price controls on sugar at Rs90 Sri Lanka has slammed a price control on sugar at 90 rupees a kilogram for packeted sugar and 85 rupees when sold loose.,negative,-0.997923315
Sri Lanka's RR-Senok gets Rs5.3bn fishery harbour deal,11/11/2020,Economy, Sri Lanka has awarded a 5.36 billion rupee contract to build a fishery harbour to a joint venture made up RR and Senok ...,Sri Lanka's RR-Senok gets Rs5.3bn fishery harbour deal  Sri Lanka has awarded a 5.36 billion rupee contract to build a fishery harbour to a joint venture made up RR and Senok ...,negative,-0.794508874
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise to 41, another home death, 430 new Covid-19 cases",11/10/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has found 05 Coronavirus deaths including a resident of an elders' home taking the total to 41 and confirmed a...,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise to 41, another home death, 430 new Covid-19 cases Sri Lanka has found 05 Coronavirus deaths including a resident of an elders' home taking the total to 41 and confirmed a...",negative,-0.983788133
"Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, gilt yields marginally up",11/10/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 184.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields slightly edg...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, gilt yields marginally up Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 184.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields slightly edg...",positive,0.969359815
"Sri Lanka reports 4 new Coronavirus deaths, elders home inmate dies",11/10/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has reported four new Coronavirus deaths on November 04, including an inmate of an elders' home, taking the to...","Sri Lanka reports 4 new Coronavirus deaths, elders home inmate dies Sri Lanka has reported four new Coronavirus deaths on November 04, including an inmate of an elders' home, taking the to...",negative,-0.991533816
Sri Lanka stocks end lower,11/10/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.30 per cent at Tuesday’s closing on index heavy Expolanka Holdings, Hayleys Plc and Singer Sri...","Sri Lanka stocks end lower Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.30 per cent at Tuesday’s closing on index heavy Expolanka Holdings, Hayleys Plc and Singer Sri...",negative,-0.998976946
"356 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 14,285",11/10/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 356 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (10), the...","356 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 14,285 Sri Lankan health officials identified 356 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (10), the...",negative,-0.852212667
Sri Lanka to give Strategic Development Project tax breaks for pharma zone,11/10/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka will provide tax relief under the Strategic Development Project Act for a 400-acre pharmaceutical investment z...,Sri Lanka to give Strategic Development Project tax breaks for pharma zone Sri Lanka will provide tax relief under the Strategic Development Project Act for a 400-acre pharmaceutical investment z...,negative,-0.982205749
"Sri Lanka needs to ramp up daily PCR testing to 40-50,000 a day: Dr Rannan-Eliya",11/10/2020,Health,"With up to 500 new COVID-19 cases reported every day, Sri Lanka ought to conduct 40,000 to 50,000 PCR tests a day, well ...","Sri Lanka needs to ramp up daily PCR testing to 40-50,000 a day: Dr Rannan-Eliya With up to 500 new COVID-19 cases reported every day, Sri Lanka ought to conduct 40,000 to 50,000 PCR tests a day, well ...",negative,-0.995507598
Sri Lanka lifts government fees on long-distance buses during Covid-19 crisis,11/10/2020,Ground,ri Lanka will lift a series of fees charged from inter-provincial private bus operators from March to December 2020 to r...,Sri Lanka lifts government fees on long-distance buses during Covid-19 crisis ri Lanka will lift a series of fees charged from inter-provincial private bus operators from March to December 2020 to r...,negative,-0.859593391
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields steady",11/10/2020,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 184.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields remaine...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields steady  Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 184.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields remaine...",negative,-0.993086398
Sri Lanka's United Motors earns Rs366 profits amid import controls,11/10/2020,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka's United Motors Lanka Plc said it had earned profits of 366 million rupees in the September 2020 quarter with ...,Sri Lanka's United Motors earns Rs366 profits amid import controls Sri Lanka's United Motors Lanka Plc said it had earned profits of 366 million rupees in the September 2020 quarter with ...,negative,-0.890239835
"Sri Lanka imports pick up as credit, exports recover",11/10/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's imports have picked up as exports and credit started to recover with September 2020 imports rising to 1.52 b...,"Sri Lanka imports pick up as credit, exports recover Sri Lanka's imports have picked up as exports and credit started to recover with September 2020 imports rising to 1.52 b...",positive,0.514477313
"Sri Lanka Covid-19 total tops 14,000, Coronavirus isolation for Kandana, Mahabage",11/9/2020,Health," Sri Lanka has placed Kandana, Mahabage police areas in Gampaha district under Coronavirus isolation as 354 new cases we...","Sri Lanka Covid-19 total tops 14,000, Coronavirus isolation for Kandana, Mahabage  Sri Lanka has placed Kandana, Mahabage police areas in Gampaha district under Coronavirus isolation as 354 new cases we...",negative,-0.99107039
"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, bond yields unchanged",11/9/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 184.45/55 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields remained unchan...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, bond yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 184.45/55 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields remained unchan...",negative,-0.999633074
Sri Lanka plastics exports up 400-pct in September 2020 driven by PPE,11/9/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's exports grew 3.6 percent to 774.5 million dollars in September 2020 with apparel export falls made up by per...,Sri Lanka plastics exports up 400-pct in September 2020 driven by PPE Sri Lanka's exports grew 3.6 percent to 774.5 million dollars in September 2020 with apparel export falls made up by per...,negative,-0.977701008
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,11/9/2020,Markets," Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.57 per cent higher on Monday pushed by index heavy counters Expolanka Holdings, Singer Sri La...","Sri Lanka stocks end higher  Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.57 per cent higher on Monday pushed by index heavy counters Expolanka Holdings, Singer Sri La...",negative,-0.991223216
A sad stillbirth of elephant twins in Sri Lanka,11/9/2020,Environment,Sri Lanka’s wildlife authorities have found the carcasses of stillborn elephant twins in north-central Sri Lanka month...,A sad stillbirth of elephant twins in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka’s wildlife authorities have found the carcasses of stillborn elephant twins in north-central Sri Lanka month...,negative,-0.993437111
PHI Union claims parties held at hotels-turned-quarantine centres triggered second wave,11/9/2020,Health,Two hotels that were converted to quarantine centres for Ukranian and SriLankan aircrews had illegally allowed parties a...,PHI Union claims parties held at hotels-turned-quarantine centres triggered second wave Two hotels that were converted to quarantine centres for Ukranian and SriLankan aircrews had illegally allowed parties a...,negative,-0.997690082
"510 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 13,929",11/9/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 510 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (09), the...","510 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 13,929 Sri Lankan health officials identified 510 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (09), the...",negative,-0.896781325
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields marginally up",11/9/2020,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 184.60/70 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while yields marginally up...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields marginally up  Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 184.60/70 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while yields marginally up...",negative,-0.996155322
Sri Lanka tea sector face labour issues as Coronavirus bites,11/9/2020,Business,Sri Lanka tea sector including buyers who process and pack tea for export as well as some factories within isolated area...,Sri Lanka tea sector face labour issues as Coronavirus bites Sri Lanka tea sector including buyers who process and pack tea for export as well as some factories within isolated area...,negative,-0.991785944
"Sri Lanka private credit up, state credit surge in September 2020",11/9/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's private credit grew by 87.4 billion rupees in September 2020, expanding for the second month in a row, short...","Sri Lanka private credit up, state credit surge in September 2020 Sri Lanka's private credit grew by 87.4 billion rupees in September 2020, expanding for the second month in a row, short...",negative,-0.96529603
Sri Lanka forex reserves drop to US$5.8bn after bond repayment,11/9/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's forex reserves dropped 807.8 million dollars in October 2020 to 5,578.5 million dollars as the island repaid...","Sri Lanka forex reserves drop to US$5.8bn after bond repayment Sri Lanka's forex reserves dropped 807.8 million dollars in October 2020 to 5,578.5 million dollars as the island repaid...",negative,-0.990452528
"Sri Lanka finds 510 new Coronavirus cases, Covid-19 deaths go to 35, public cautioned",11/9/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has found 510 Coronavirus cases and another person died taking total Covid-19 deaths to 35, official data show...","Sri Lanka finds 510 new Coronavirus cases, Covid-19 deaths go to 35, public cautioned Sri Lanka has found 510 Coronavirus cases and another person died taking total Covid-19 deaths to 35, official data show...",negative,-0.987375617
"Sri Lanka state labs can do more tests, raise productivity: GMOA",11/8/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's government labs should be able to do more tests with the machines available as private labs are more product...,"Sri Lanka state labs can do more tests, raise productivity: GMOA Sri Lanka's government labs should be able to do more tests with the machines available as private labs are more product...",negative,-0.994361877
Residents of areas without Coronavirus curfew should try to stay at home: Sri Lanka Chief Epidemiolo...,11/8/2020,Health,Residents of areas where there is no Coronavirus curfew should stay at home as much as possible in the near future as th...,Residents of areas without Coronavirus curfew should try to stay at home: Sri Lanka Chief Epidemiolo... Residents of areas where there is no Coronavirus curfew should stay at home as much as possible in the near future as th...,negative,-0.997147739
"Kamala Harris of South Asia, Jamaica descent US Vice-President",11/8/2020,International news,"Kamala Devi Harris, daughter of a Tamil Nadu, India migrant who sent to study at University of Berkeley California and B...","Kamala Harris of South Asia, Jamaica descent US Vice-President Kamala Devi Harris, daughter of a Tamil Nadu, India migrant who sent to study at University of Berkeley California and B...",positive,0.919277728
"Sri Lanka to lift Coronavirus curfew on Monday, some areas isolated: Army Chief",11/8/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's Coronavirus curfew will be lifted in Colombo, Kuliyapitiya and Kurunegala but some high risk areas would con...","Sri Lanka to lift Coronavirus curfew on Monday, some areas isolated: Army Chief Sri Lanka's Coronavirus curfew will be lifted in Colombo, Kuliyapitiya and Kurunegala but some high risk areas would con...",negative,-0.988678157
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise to 34 with more dying at home, 445 Covid-19 cases",11/8/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's Coronavirus deaths rose to 34 with three deaths at home and 445 new Covid-19 cases were confirmed, official ...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise to 34 with more dying at home, 445 Covid-19 cases Sri Lanka's Coronavirus deaths rose to 34 with three deaths at home and 445 new Covid-19 cases were confirmed, official ...",negative,-0.968036234
Joe Biden clinches US presidency; Trump yet to acknowledge result,11/7/2020,World,Former US Vice President and Democratic Party candidate Joe Biden was elected the 46th president of the United States ea...,Joe Biden clinches US presidency; Trump yet to acknowledge result Former US Vice President and Democratic Party candidate Joe Biden was elected the 46th president of the United States ea...,positive,0.53141129
"Joe Biden US President, Kamala Devi Harris first woman Vice President",11/7/2020,International news,Democratic candidate Joe Biden has been elected President of the United States with Philadelphia projected for him by As...,"Joe Biden US President, Kamala Devi Harris first woman Vice President Democratic candidate Joe Biden has been elected President of the United States with Philadelphia projected for him by As...",positive,0.953906476
"Keells Supermarket in Union Place closed over Covid-19 as Sri Lanka total tops 13,000",11/7/2020,Business,"A Keells Supermarket in Union Place had been closed after two workers tested positive for Coronavirus on November 07, fo...","Keells Supermarket in Union Place closed over Covid-19 as Sri Lanka total tops 13,000 A Keells Supermarket in Union Place had been closed after two workers tested positive for Coronavirus on November 07, fo...",negative,-0.998776376
Sri Lanka's First Capital Holdings rating upgraded by notch to [SL] A: ICRA,11/7/2020,Bonds & Forex,The rating of Sri Lanka's First Capital Holdings Plc (FCH) has been upgraded by one notch to [SL] A from [SL] A- with a ...,Sri Lanka's First Capital Holdings rating upgraded by notch to [SL] A: ICRA The rating of Sri Lanka's First Capital Holdings Plc (FCH) has been upgraded by one notch to [SL] A from [SL] A- with a ...,negative,-0.940499127
Seven inmates at the Bogambara Prison transit centre test positive for Covid,11/7/2020,Health,Seven inmates of a transit centre for transferring prisoners in Bogambara in have tested positive for the Covid 19 virus...,Seven inmates at the Bogambara Prison transit centre test positive for Covid Seven inmates of a transit centre for transferring prisoners in Bogambara in have tested positive for the Covid 19 virus...,negative,-0.988453209
Sri Lanka in multiple Coronavirus clusters as Covid-19 home deaths rise,11/7/2020,Environment,Sri Lanka has reported 30 Coronavirus deaths with 08 home deaths and authorities are placing more responsibility on cont...,Sri Lanka in multiple Coronavirus clusters as Covid-19 home deaths rise Sri Lanka has reported 30 Coronavirus deaths with 08 home deaths and authorities are placing more responsibility on cont...,negative,-0.99436003
Covid 19 outbreak at the Welikada jail probably confined to one Ward – Prison’s Chief,11/7/2020,Courts,Sri Lankan authorities are conducting mass testing for the Coronavirus in its largest jail after at least two dozen inma...,Covid 19 outbreak at the Welikada jail probably confined to one Ward – Prison’s Chief Sri Lankan authorities are conducting mass testing for the Coronavirus in its largest jail after at least two dozen inma...,negative,-0.996375263
Sri Lanka records 30th Covid death a 23-year-old Colombo resident – Health Chief,11/7/2020,Health,Sri Lanka recorded its 30th Covid 19 fatality late last night as the authorities scrambled to deal with an outbreak of t...,Sri Lanka records 30th Covid death a 23-year-old Colombo resident – Health Chief Sri Lanka recorded its 30th Covid 19 fatality late last night as the authorities scrambled to deal with an outbreak of t...,negative,-0.99569869
Sri Lanka health ministry says country in Coronavirus Alert 3 with multiple Covid-19 clusters,11/7/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's Health Ministry had called for greater caution with multiple clusters coming up in Colombo and several other...,Sri Lanka health ministry says country in Coronavirus Alert 3 with multiple Covid-19 clusters Sri Lanka's Health Ministry had called for greater caution with multiple clusters coming up in Colombo and several other...,negative,-0.990172207
"Joe Biden inches closer to US Presidency, air, ground security tightened",11/6/2020,International news,Democratic candidate Joe Biden inched closer to victory in the US Presidential race as he took lead in Pennsylvania and ...,"Joe Biden inches closer to US Presidency, air, ground security tightened Democratic candidate Joe Biden inched closer to victory in the US Presidential race as he took lead in Pennsylvania and ...",positive,0.965476811
"Sri Lanka's Colombo Port hit by Coronavirus as Covid-19 cases top 12,700",11/6/2020,Logistics,Sri Lanka's Colombo Port and the Department of Customs has been hit by Coronavirus as total cases went up and several Co...,"Sri Lanka's Colombo Port hit by Coronavirus as Covid-19 cases top 12,700 Sri Lanka's Colombo Port and the Department of Customs has been hit by Coronavirus as total cases went up and several Co...",negative,-0.99592787
"Sri Lanka rupee closes flat, bond yields marginally up",11/6/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed  flat at 184.45/55 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while yields marginally up in d...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes flat, bond yields marginally up Sri Lanka rupee closed  flat at 184.45/55 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while yields marginally up in d...",negative,-0.997560382
Sri Lanka extends grace period for Covid-19 re-finance loans by 3-months,11/6/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka has extended the grace period of Covid-19 relief loans given at 4 percent to 9 months from the date of grantin...,Sri Lanka extends grace period for Covid-19 re-finance loans by 3-months Sri Lanka has extended the grace period of Covid-19 relief loans given at 4 percent to 9 months from the date of grantin...,positive,0.636933029
Inmates in crowded Welikada Jail living in fear after several are diagnosed with Covid 19,11/6/2020,Courts,A group of women detainees at the Welikada jail in Colombo are staging a protest as tensions arising from the discovery ...,Inmates in crowded Welikada Jail living in fear after several are diagnosed with Covid 19 A group of women detainees at the Welikada jail in Colombo are staging a protest as tensions arising from the discovery ...,negative,-0.987755656
Sri Lanka to ramp up COVID-19 tests using 20-minute rapid antigen test kit; GMOA concerned over dela...,11/6/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka will use an antigen test kit for expedited COVID-19 detection that will deliver results in 20 minutes, prior t...","Sri Lanka to ramp up COVID-19 tests using 20-minute rapid antigen test kit; GMOA concerned over dela... Sri Lanka will use an antigen test kit for expedited COVID-19 detection that will deliver results in 20 minutes, prior t...",negative,-0.992108762
Sri Lanka stocks end week 1-pct higher,11/6/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.27 per cent higher on Friday, continuing the upward trajectory throughout the week hitting a 1...","Sri Lanka stocks end week 1-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.27 per cent higher on Friday, continuing the upward trajectory throughout the week hitting a 1...",negative,-0.95994854
"383 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 12,570",11/6/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 383 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (06), the...","383 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 12,570 Sri Lankan health officials identified 383 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (06), the...",negative,-0.840216815
"Sri Lanka rupee steady, bond yeilds marginally up",11/6/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 184.35/45 to the US dollar on Friday while yields marginally up in dull market trade, ...","Sri Lanka rupee steady, bond yeilds marginally up Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 184.35/45 to the US dollar on Friday while yields marginally up in dull market trade, ...",negative,-0.993970513
Restarting economies – Bankers and Telcos must rethink strategies to help Ecommerce,11/6/2020,General Services,"The COVID-19 pandemic has facilitated lifestyle changes for most globally, and in this new normal, more and more folk ha...","Restarting economies – Bankers and Telcos must rethink strategies to help Ecommerce The COVID-19 pandemic has facilitated lifestyle changes for most globally, and in this new normal, more and more folk ha...",positive,0.980812311
ICTA to introduce high-tech contact tracing for pandemic control – Chairman de Silva,11/6/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Information and Communication Technology Agency (ICTA) will launch the new Stay Safe Digital Project on Mo...,ICTA to introduce high-tech contact tracing for pandemic control – Chairman de Silva Sri Lanka’s Information and Communication Technology Agency (ICTA) will launch the new Stay Safe Digital Project on Mo...,positive,0.997059524
"US networks refuse to broadcast Trump's latest false claims, twitter flags",11/6/2020,International news,"Major US networks had cut off President Donald Trump's White House from the While House claiming voter fraud, though it ...","US networks refuse to broadcast Trump's latest false claims, twitter flags Major US networks had cut off President Donald Trump's White House from the While House claiming voter fraud, though it ...",negative,-0.997663736
Sri Lanka's Welikada prison finds Covid-19 infections among new inmates,11/6/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's Welidaka prison has confirmed six Covid 19 positive cases including four female inmates, who had come in fro...","Sri Lanka's Welikada prison finds Covid-19 infections among new inmates Sri Lanka's Welidaka prison has confirmed six Covid 19 positive cases including four female inmates, who had come in fro...",positive,0.618534148
Sri Lanka Kolonnawa trash collection crippled as Coronavirus strike workers,11/6/2020,Health,"Trash collection in Kolonnawa, a suburb of Sri Lanka's capital Colombo has been crippled after sanitation workers were c...","Sri Lanka Kolonnawa trash collection crippled as Coronavirus strike workers Trash collection in Kolonnawa, a suburb of Sri Lanka's capital Colombo has been crippled after sanitation workers were c...",negative,-0.999753892
Sri Lanka should not to discharge Coronavirus patients without a PCR test: GMOA,11/6/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's Government Medical Officers Association had warned health authorities not to discharge patients without a PC...,Sri Lanka should not to discharge Coronavirus patients without a PCR test: GMOA Sri Lanka's Government Medical Officers Association had warned health authorities not to discharge patients without a PC...,negative,-0.980537236
Five die from Coronavirus overnight and all victims are from Colombo – Info Dept,11/5/2020,Health,The Department of Government Information announced a short while ago that five more people have died of Covid 19 bringin...,Five die from Coronavirus overnight and all victims are from Colombo – Info Dept The Department of Government Information announced a short while ago that five more people have died of Covid 19 bringin...,negative,-0.995414734
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise by 5 to 29, 383 new Covid-19 cases",11/5/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's Coronavirus deaths rose to 29 with 5 new patients reported dead including several at home on November 05 inc...,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise by 5 to 29, 383 new Covid-19 cases Sri Lanka's Coronavirus deaths rose to 29 with 5 new patients reported dead including several at home on November 05 inc...",negative,-0.989292502
Five more Covid deaths bringing total to 29 - Government,11/5/2020,Health,The Department of Government Information announced a short while ago that five more people have died of Covid 19 bringin...,Five more Covid deaths bringing total to 29 - Government The Department of Government Information announced a short while ago that five more people have died of Covid 19 bringin...,negative,-0.997469187
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields flat",11/5/2020,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 184.45/55 to the US dollar on Thursday while yields remained unchanged in dull market tr...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields flat  Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 184.45/55 to the US dollar on Thursday while yields remained unchanged in dull market tr...",negative,-0.999565899
"Biden leads in US Presidential race, Trump peddles conspiracy amid Fox drama",11/5/2020,International news,Democratic candidate Joe Biden is leading in votes counted so far with US networks projecting 253 Electoral College dele...,"Biden leads in US Presidential race, Trump peddles conspiracy amid Fox drama Democratic candidate Joe Biden is leading in votes counted so far with US networks projecting 253 Electoral College dele...",negative,-0.98955369
"Sri Lanka stocks end 1.66-pct higher crossing 6,000 benchmark",11/5/2020,Markets," Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.66 per cent higher on Thursday reaching the 6,000 psychology benchmark, Colombo Stock Exchang...","Sri Lanka stocks end 1.66-pct higher crossing 6,000 benchmark  Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.66 per cent higher on Thursday reaching the 6,000 psychology benchmark, Colombo Stock Exchang...",negative,-0.987860739
ICRC to set up online interactions between prisoners and families,11/5/2020,Health,The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is setting up a project for Prison Inmates in Sri Lanka to interact ...,ICRC to set up online interactions between prisoners and families The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is setting up a project for Prison Inmates in Sri Lanka to interact ...,positive,0.990557432
"Sri Lanka triples Maldive fish tax, dried fish doubled as Covid-19 fears hit fisheries",11/5/2020,Commodities,Sri Lanka has tripped a tax on Maldive fish imported from its South Asia neighbour and also raised a tax on fresh fish 3...,"Sri Lanka triples Maldive fish tax, dried fish doubled as Covid-19 fears hit fisheries Sri Lanka has tripped a tax on Maldive fish imported from its South Asia neighbour and also raised a tax on fresh fish 3...",negative,-0.985463023
Lanka Premier League green-lit; venue yet to be finalised,11/5/2020,Sports,Sri Lanka’s health ministry and COVID-19 task force have green-lit the proposed Lanka Premier League (LPL) cricket tou...,Lanka Premier League green-lit; venue yet to be finalised Sri Lanka’s health ministry and COVID-19 task force have green-lit the proposed Lanka Premier League (LPL) cricket tou...,negative,-0.874822855
"443 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 12,187",11/5/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 443 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (05), the...","443 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 12,187 Sri Lankan health officials identified 443 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (05), the...",negative,-0.860044539
Future Covid 19 lockdowns unlikely - General Shavendra Silva,11/5/2020,Economy,"The government will most likely cease locking down areas as a measure to prevent the spread of the Covid 19 virus, the h...","Future Covid 19 lockdowns unlikely - General Shavendra Silva The government will most likely cease locking down areas as a measure to prevent the spread of the Covid 19 virus, the h...",negative,-0.995462477
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady, gilt yields remained unchanged",11/5/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 184.40/45 to the US dollar on Thursday while yields were flat in dull market trade, dea...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady, gilt yields remained unchanged Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 184.40/45 to the US dollar on Thursday while yields were flat in dull market trade, dea...",negative,-0.998443544
Sri Lanka slaps price controls on rice,11/5/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has slapped price controls on several varieties of rice as price spiked amid import controls and a Coronavirus...,Sri Lanka slaps price controls on rice Sri Lanka has slapped price controls on several varieties of rice as price spiked amid import controls and a Coronavirus...,negative,-0.998504519
Sri Lanka extends deadline to file income returns as Coronavirus spikes,11/5/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has extended a last date to file income tax returns without a penalty to February 28, 2020, the Department of ...","Sri Lanka extends deadline to file income returns as Coronavirus spikes Sri Lanka has extended a last date to file income tax returns without a penalty to February 28, 2020, the Department of ...",negative,-0.940116286
Corona-related deaths continue to climb as another woman dies in Colombo,11/4/2020,Health,A 79-year old woman who died at home in Colombo yesterday November 3 has been classified as the 24th person to die from ...,Corona-related deaths continue to climb as another woman dies in Colombo A 79-year old woman who died at home in Colombo yesterday November 3 has been classified as the 24th person to die from ...,negative,-0.993401468
"The Minuwangoda cluster has yielded more than 8,000 Covid patients",11/4/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's biggest coronavirus infection clusters ""Minuwangoda-Brandix"" and the sub-cluster ""Peliyagoda-fishmarket"" has...","The Minuwangoda cluster has yielded more than 8,000 Covid patients Sri Lanka's biggest coronavirus infection clusters ""Minuwangoda-Brandix"" and the sub-cluster ""Peliyagoda-fishmarket"" has...",negative,-0.906301379
"Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, gilt yields up",11/4/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee ends steady at 184.35/45 to the US dollar on Wednesday while yields edged up on selling pressure but the...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, gilt yields up Sri Lanka rupee ends steady at 184.35/45 to the US dollar on Wednesday while yields edged up on selling pressure but the...",positive,0.871064603
Biden camp pins Presidential hopes mail in votes as Trump cries fraud in cliffhanger,11/4/2020,Political News,"Democratic candidate Joe Biden is counting on mail in ballots in Wisconsin, Michigan and Pennsylvania to help him as cou...","Biden camp pins Presidential hopes mail in votes as Trump cries fraud in cliffhanger Democratic candidate Joe Biden is counting on mail in ballots in Wisconsin, Michigan and Pennsylvania to help him as cou...",negative,-0.979383886
GMOA to withdraw from Health Ministry's technical committees over GPS mapping delay,11/4/2020,Health,The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) has decided to withdraw from the Ministry of Health’s technical com...,GMOA to withdraw from Health Ministry's technical committees over GPS mapping delay The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) has decided to withdraw from the Ministry of Health’s technical com...,negative,-0.998910546
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,11/4/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.07 percent at Wednesday’s closing on index heavy Expolanka Holdings, John Keells Holdings an...","Sri Lanka stocks end higher Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.07 percent at Wednesday’s closing on index heavy Expolanka Holdings, John Keells Holdings an...",positive,0.644735217
Sri Lanka says allocated Rs7.3bn for Coronavirus curfew relief,11/4/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has allocated 7.3 billion rupees to provide food for families in home quarantine and poor families in curfew b...,Sri Lanka says allocated Rs7.3bn for Coronavirus curfew relief Sri Lanka has allocated 7.3 billion rupees to provide food for families in home quarantine and poor families in curfew b...,negative,-0.981979012
Sri Lanka opposition claims administration going back on ECT promise,11/4/2020,Logistics,Opposition legislator Harsha de Silva claimed that the government was planning to bring in an Indian party to operate a ...,Sri Lanka opposition claims administration going back on ECT promise Opposition legislator Harsha de Silva claimed that the government was planning to bring in an Indian party to operate a ...,negative,-0.995414615
"US President Trump claims victory electoral fraud, says will go to court",11/4/2020,International news,US President Donald Trump has claimed that the US vote counting is a 'fraud' and will go to court to prevent the electio...,"US President Trump claims victory electoral fraud, says will go to court US President Donald Trump has claimed that the US vote counting is a 'fraud' and will go to court to prevent the electio...",negative,-0.998184621
"Biden expresses confidence, Trump says big win, Fox calls Arizona for Dems",11/4/2020,International news,"US Presidential candidate Joe Biden called for patience and expressed confidence as Fox news called Arizona for him, and...","Biden expresses confidence, Trump says big win, Fox calls Arizona for Dems US Presidential candidate Joe Biden called for patience and expressed confidence as Fox news called Arizona for him, and...",positive,0.995813549
"409 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 11,335",11/4/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 409 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (04), the...","409 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 11,335 Sri Lankan health officials identified 409 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (04), the...",negative,-0.83547169
Sri Lanka to study feasibility doubling state oil refinery capacity,11/4/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation has been given the nod to study the feasibility of expanding its refi...,Sri Lanka to study feasibility doubling state oil refinery capacity Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation has been given the nod to study the feasibility of expanding its refi...,positive,0.996562183
"Sri Lanka finds 409 Coronavirus cases, 6,140 active Covid-19 patients",11/4/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has found 409 Coronavirus cases from 9,940 tests conducted with 6,140 active cases in hospital on November 03,...","Sri Lanka finds 409 Coronavirus cases, 6,140 active Covid-19 patients Sri Lanka has found 409 Coronavirus cases from 9,940 tests conducted with 6,140 active cases in hospital on November 03,...",negative,-0.913920045
Sri Lanka records 23rd COVID-19 death; 10th death in three weeks,11/3/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka recorded its 23rd COVID-19 death today (03), a 61-year-old female that passed away yesterday (02) in her resid...","Sri Lanka records 23rd COVID-19 death; 10th death in three weeks Sri Lanka recorded its 23rd COVID-19 death today (03), a 61-year-old female that passed away yesterday (02) in her resid...",negative,-0.996923268
"Sri Lanka rupee ends marginally strong, gilt yields steady",11/3/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed slightly stronger at 184.30/40 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bonds were steady in dull market...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends marginally strong, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee closed slightly stronger at 184.30/40 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bonds were steady in dull market...",positive,0.973243177
Ali Sabry defends government actions as issue of cremation of Muslim Covid victims flares up,11/3/2020,Democracy,Health Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi says that a “Specialists Committee” is to meet this week to discuss the conte...,Ali Sabry defends government actions as issue of cremation of Muslim Covid victims flares up Health Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi says that a “Specialists Committee” is to meet this week to discuss the conte...,negative,-0.947664976
Sri Lanka stocks gain 2.2-pct at close,11/3/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 2.27 percent at Tuesday’s closing on Expolanka Holdings, Commercial Leasing and Finance and Jo...","Sri Lanka stocks gain 2.2-pct at close Sri Lanka stocks gained 2.27 percent at Tuesday’s closing on Expolanka Holdings, Commercial Leasing and Finance and Jo...",negative,-0.588184118
"Sri Lanka records 22nd COVID-19 death; total cases at 11,335",11/3/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka recorded its 22nd COVID-19 death today (03), a 68-year-old woman that passed away on November 01 in her reside...","Sri Lanka records 22nd COVID-19 death; total cases at 11,335 Sri Lanka recorded its 22nd COVID-19 death today (03), a 68-year-old woman that passed away on November 01 in her reside...",negative,-0.994171441
Pavithra willing to offer herself as a sacrifice to save Lanka from Covid,11/3/2020,Health,Health Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi said that she is willing to offer herself as a living sacrifice to the sea to era...,Pavithra willing to offer herself as a sacrifice to save Lanka from Covid Health Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi said that she is willing to offer herself as a living sacrifice to the sea to era...,positive,0.967527747
Sri Lanka rescues 120 whales after mass stranding,11/3/2020,Environment, Sri Lanka saved 120 pilot whales in possibly one of the world's most successful rescue operations after the country's b...,Sri Lanka rescues 120 whales after mass stranding  Sri Lanka saved 120 pilot whales in possibly one of the world's most successful rescue operations after the country's b...,positive,0.998942077
"275 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 11,335",11/3/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 275 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (03), the...","275 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 11,335 Sri Lankan health officials identified 275 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (03), the...",negative,-0.823093712
Scrap metal from government to be given at concessionary rates to local industry,11/3/2020,General Industry,Government has decided to sell scrap metal produced by the state sector to local industries outside the formal procureme...,Scrap metal from government to be given at concessionary rates to local industry Government has decided to sell scrap metal produced by the state sector to local industries outside the formal procureme...,negative,-0.996067524
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields steady",11/3/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 184.50/65 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bonds were steady in dull market trade, dea...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 184.50/65 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bonds were steady in dull market trade, dea...",negative,-0.988008261
Depression can make you more vulnerable to Covid – Psychiatrist Prof Sumathipala,11/3/2020,Health,Mentally depressed people have a higher chance of catching infections including Covid 19 says Professor of Psychiatry at...,Depression can make you more vulnerable to Covid – Psychiatrist Prof Sumathipala Mentally depressed people have a higher chance of catching infections including Covid 19 says Professor of Psychiatry at...,negative,-0.986046851
Sri Lanka country-wide curfew stopped with greatest difficulty: Basil,11/3/2020,Agriculture," A request for a national curfew by health authorities was avoided with the greatest difficulty Basil Rajapaksa, brother...","Sri Lanka country-wide curfew stopped with greatest difficulty: Basil  A request for a national curfew by health authorities was avoided with the greatest difficulty Basil Rajapaksa, brother...",negative,-0.998991072
"Sri Lanka finds 275 new Coronavirus cases, Kegalle areas isolated after curfew appeal",11/3/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has found 275 new Coronavirus cases on November 03 taking the total active cases to 11,335 and the latest clus...","Sri Lanka finds 275 new Coronavirus cases, Kegalle areas isolated after curfew appeal Sri Lanka has found 275 new Coronavirus cases on November 03 taking the total active cases to 11,335 and the latest clus...",negative,-0.970203221
Sri Lanka Coroanvirus guidelines for businesses in non-curfew areas,11/3/2020,Business,Sri Lanka has released a series of Coronavirus protection guidelines for businesses operating in non-curfew areas.,Sri Lanka Coroanvirus guidelines for businesses in non-curfew areas Sri Lanka has released a series of Coronavirus protection guidelines for businesses operating in non-curfew areas.,negative,-0.959777951
Several areas in Kegalle and Kurunegala districts isolated following COVID-19 detection,11/2/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka isolated several areas in the Kegalle and Kurunegala districts with new COVID-19 patients being discovered, a ...","Several areas in Kegalle and Kurunegala districts isolated following COVID-19 detection Sri Lanka isolated several areas in the Kegalle and Kurunegala districts with new COVID-19 patients being discovered, a ...",negative,-0.987050056
"Pilot whales stranded for reasons ""not fully understood""; marine biologist calls for expert consulta...",11/2/2020,Environment,"The scores of whales that were found stranded on the Panadura beach earlier today were pilot whales, a species known to ...","Pilot whales stranded for reasons ""not fully understood""; marine biologist calls for expert consulta... The scores of whales that were found stranded on the Panadura beach earlier today were pilot whales, a species known to ...",negative,-0.997708201
No backlogged PCR tests in Sri Lanka: Health Services Deputy DG,11/2/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has no backlogged PCR tests or issues in the PCR testing process currently being carried out in the country, a...","No backlogged PCR tests in Sri Lanka: Health Services Deputy DG Sri Lanka has no backlogged PCR tests or issues in the PCR testing process currently being carried out in the country, a...",negative,-0.963655889
Sri Lanka cancels two-day window for essential shopping during curfew,11/2/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has cancelled a two-day window given to areas under curfew to shop for essential goods citing impracticality, ...","Sri Lanka cancels two-day window for essential shopping during curfew Sri Lanka has cancelled a two-day window given to areas under curfew to shop for essential goods citing impracticality, ...",negative,-0.998904943
Beached whales in Panadura “may be seriously injured” - MEPA,11/2/2020,Animal Rights,The several dozen large marine mammals who have been beached off Panadura today are short-finned Pilot Whales and may be...,Beached whales in Panadura “may be seriously injured” - MEPA The several dozen large marine mammals who have been beached off Panadura today are short-finned Pilot Whales and may be...,negative,-0.996775687
"Sri Lanka rupee close weaker, gilt yields steady",11/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 184.50/60 to the US dollar on Monday while bonds were steady as uncertainty looms, deal...","Sri Lanka rupee close weaker, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 184.50/60 to the US dollar on Monday while bonds were steady as uncertainty looms, deal...",negative,-0.984032333
Government to regulate PCR testing by the private sector – Ministry of Health,11/2/2020,General Services,"Sri Lanka is to regulate Covid 19 testing being carried out by the private sector the, country’s Ministry of Health an...","Government to regulate PCR testing by the private sector – Ministry of Health Sri Lanka is to regulate Covid 19 testing being carried out by the private sector the, country’s Ministry of Health an...",negative,-0.897570133
‘Miracle water’ to contain COVID-19 in Sri Lanka,11/2/2020,Health,A faith healer with VIP clients who claims supernatural powers has persuaded Sr Lanka's Health Minister Pavithra Wanniar...,‘Miracle water’ to contain COVID-19 in Sri Lanka A faith healer with VIP clients who claims supernatural powers has persuaded Sr Lanka's Health Minister Pavithra Wanniar...,positive,0.992274582
Sri Lanka's Kegalle district bodies appeal for Coronavirus curfew: report,11/2/2020,Op-ed/Special Reports,"Local authorities in the Kegalle district which are seeing spikes in Coronavirus cases are appealing for curfew, border ...","Sri Lanka's Kegalle district bodies appeal for Coronavirus curfew: report Local authorities in the Kegalle district which are seeing spikes in Coronavirus cases are appealing for curfew, border ...",negative,-0.682549
Sri Lanka stocks down 0.2-pct,11/2/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.23 percent on Monday with dragged down by Commercial Bank of Ceylon, LOLC Holdings and Asiri Hos...","Sri Lanka stocks down 0.2-pct Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.23 percent on Monday with dragged down by Commercial Bank of Ceylon, LOLC Holdings and Asiri Hos...",negative,-0.999762237
India High Commission staffer in Sri Lanka infected with Coronavirus,11/2/2020,Political News,India's High Commission (embassy) in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo said a member of its auxiliary staff has been infected ...,India High Commission staffer in Sri Lanka infected with Coronavirus India's High Commission (embassy) in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo said a member of its auxiliary staff has been infected ...,negative,-0.998411179
Suicide victim added to Sri Lanka's COVID-19 death tally,11/2/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka’s health authorities reported its 22nd COVID-19 death today (02), however there is confusion regarding the r...","Suicide victim added to Sri Lanka's COVID-19 death tally Sri Lanka’s health authorities reported its 22nd COVID-19 death today (02), however there is confusion regarding the r...",negative,-0.99638629
"Sri Lanka banks to drop IMF, World Bank forecasts for loss calculation",11/2/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka banks have been given more discretion in assessing firms ability to repay loans which had already been re-stru...,"Sri Lanka banks to drop IMF, World Bank forecasts for loss calculation Sri Lanka banks have been given more discretion in assessing firms ability to repay loans which had already been re-stru...",negative,-0.973243892
Autopsy being conducted on remains of special needs man to check for Covid,11/2/2020,Health,A post-mortem examination of the remains of the 36-year-old man with special needs who allegedly took his own life when ...,Autopsy being conducted on remains of special needs man to check for Covid A post-mortem examination of the remains of the 36-year-old man with special needs who allegedly took his own life when ...,negative,-0.993595898
"397 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 11,060",11/2/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 397 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (02), the...","397 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 11,060 Sri Lankan health officials identified 397 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (02), the...",negative,-0.844071269
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted lower, gilt yields steady",11/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted lower at 184.35/45 to the US dollar on Monday while bonds were steady, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee quoted lower, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee was quoted lower at 184.35/45 to the US dollar on Monday while bonds were steady, dealers said.",negative,-0.99569881
Sri Lanka stock market to operate on Monday,11/2/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange said it will open for trading on Monday after Coronavirus curfews were extended till ...,Sri Lanka stock market to operate on Monday Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange said it will open for trading on Monday after Coronavirus curfews were extended till ...,positive,0.990355134
Sri Lanka Covid-19 PCR tested Coronavirus contacts asked to stay at home amid delays,11/2/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is appealing Coronavirus contacts to stay at home amid delays in testing and hospitalization as curfews were e...,Sri Lanka Covid-19 PCR tested Coronavirus contacts asked to stay at home amid delays Sri Lanka is appealing Coronavirus contacts to stay at home amid delays in testing and hospitalization as curfews were e...,negative,-0.985769629
Sri Lanka economy to shrink 1.7-pct in 2020: Central Bank,11/1/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's gross domestic product is projected to shrink 1.7 percent in 2020, and recover to a 5.0 percent growth in 20...","Sri Lanka economy to shrink 1.7-pct in 2020: Central Bank Sri Lanka's gross domestic product is projected to shrink 1.7 percent in 2020, and recover to a 5.0 percent growth in 20...",negative,-0.996106207
Sri Lanka confirms 21st COVID-19 death; 397 new cases today,11/1/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka recorded its 21st COVID-19 death yesterday, a 40-year-old male that was undergoing treatment at the National H...","Sri Lanka confirms 21st COVID-19 death; 397 new cases today Sri Lanka recorded its 21st COVID-19 death yesterday, a 40-year-old male that was undergoing treatment at the National H...",negative,-0.979113162
"Sri Lanka Western Province Coronavirus curfew till November 09, 0500h: Army chief",11/1/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka has extended curfews in the Western province and key areas to contain the spread of Coronavirus after as the d...,"Sri Lanka Western Province Coronavirus curfew till November 09, 0500h: Army chief Sri Lanka has extended curfews in the Western province and key areas to contain the spread of Coronavirus after as the d...",negative,-0.750493228
Sri Lanka turns to divine help to contain Covid-19,11/1/2020,Health,Sri Lanka sought spiritual help Sunday to contain the surge in coronavirus infections even as the authorities relaxed ho...,Sri Lanka turns to divine help to contain Covid-19 Sri Lanka sought spiritual help Sunday to contain the surge in coronavirus infections even as the authorities relaxed ho...,negative,-0.973900378
Sri Lanka should build pandemic prevention in to urban plans: IPS,11/1/2020,Op-ed/Special Reports,"Sri Lanka should build pandemic prevention and recovery initiatives in future urban planning, a Colombo-based think tank...","Sri Lanka should build pandemic prevention in to urban plans: IPS Sri Lanka should build pandemic prevention and recovery initiatives in future urban planning, a Colombo-based think tank...",positive,0.968931973
"239 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 10,663",11/1/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 239 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (01), the...","239 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 10,663 Sri Lankan health officials identified 239 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (01), the...",negative,-0.931835294
"Sri Lanka finds 239 new Covid-19 cases from 12,000 Coronavirus tests",11/1/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has confirmed 239 Covid-19 patients from 12,000 Coronavirus tests Conducted on October 31, official data showe...","Sri Lanka finds 239 new Covid-19 cases from 12,000 Coronavirus tests Sri Lanka has confirmed 239 Covid-19 patients from 12,000 Coronavirus tests Conducted on October 31, official data showe...",negative,-0.970250368
Sri Lanka current Covid-19 outbreak from Denmark-Sweden SARS-Cov-2 strain,10/31/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's current Coronavirus disease (Covid-19) outbreak is caused by a strain of SARS-CoV-2 found in Denmark and Swe...,Sri Lanka current Covid-19 outbreak from Denmark-Sweden SARS-Cov-2 strain Sri Lanka's current Coronavirus disease (Covid-19) outbreak is caused by a strain of SARS-CoV-2 found in Denmark and Swe...,negative,-0.997723043
"137 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka today; total cases rise to 10,424",10/31/2020,Health,Sri Lankan health officials identified 137 new COVID-19 patients today (31) increasing the number of covid patients in t...,"137 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka today; total cases rise to 10,424 Sri Lankan health officials identified 137 new COVID-19 patients today (31) increasing the number of covid patients in t...",positive,0.950041175
Shaky table possible cause of Sri Lanka PCR machine breakdown: China,10/31/2020,Business,An unstable work bench may have caused the malfunction of a PCR testing machine in the forefront of containing the sprea...,Shaky table possible cause of Sri Lanka PCR machine breakdown: China An unstable work bench may have caused the malfunction of a PCR testing machine in the forefront of containing the sprea...,negative,-0.999674201
"Sri Lanka can service external debt, domestic to foreign loan ratio improved: Cabraal",10/31/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has the ability to repay foreign debt and the ratio of domestic to foreign debt is now more favourable, State ...","Sri Lanka can service external debt, domestic to foreign loan ratio improved: Cabraal Sri Lanka has the ability to repay foreign debt and the ratio of domestic to foreign debt is now more favourable, State ...",positive,0.985311389
Only one machine is malfunctioning but lab is still conducting PCR tests – Officials said,10/31/2020,Health,Chinese technicians who have been rushed to Sri Lanka will be recalibrating machines carrying out PCR testing at a labor...,Only one machine is malfunctioning but lab is still conducting PCR tests – Officials said Chinese technicians who have been rushed to Sri Lanka will be recalibrating machines carrying out PCR testing at a labor...,negative,-0.996037602
Asymptomatic Covid patients to be cared for in non-hospital locations – Cabinet spokesman,10/31/2020,Health,With Covid patient numbers nearing the maximum number of available hospital beds President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordere...,Asymptomatic Covid patients to be cared for in non-hospital locations – Cabinet spokesman With Covid patient numbers nearing the maximum number of available hospital beds President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordere...,negative,-0.966378927
Sri Lanka records 20th COVID-19 death; 633 new patients,10/31/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka recorded its 20th COVID-19 death a short while ago, a 54-year-old female that was undergoing treatment in the ...","Sri Lanka records 20th COVID-19 death; 633 new patients Sri Lanka recorded its 20th COVID-19 death a short while ago, a 54-year-old female that was undergoing treatment in the ...",negative,-0.994476855
"Sri Lanka active Coronavirus cases rise towards 6000, Covid-19 discharge relaxed",10/31/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has confirmed 633 Coronavirus patients on October 30, official data showed, with active cases reaching towards...","Sri Lanka active Coronavirus cases rise towards 6000, Covid-19 discharge relaxed Sri Lanka has confirmed 633 Coronavirus patients on October 30, official data showed, with active cases reaching towards...",negative,-0.594620168
China techies in Sri Lanka to fix Coronavirus PCR machines as Covid-19 spreads,10/31/2020,Business,Technicians from a company in China that has manufactured a high capacity Coronavirus PCR machine that is currently out ...,China techies in Sri Lanka to fix Coronavirus PCR machines as Covid-19 spreads Technicians from a company in China that has manufactured a high capacity Coronavirus PCR machine that is currently out ...,negative,-0.998258293
"Sri Lanka confirms 633 Coronavirus patients, Covid-19 total tops 10,000 amid rising concerns",10/30/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has confirmed 633 Coronavirus patients on October 30, taking the total over 10,424 official data showed, amid ...","Sri Lanka confirms 633 Coronavirus patients, Covid-19 total tops 10,000 amid rising concerns Sri Lanka has confirmed 633 Coronavirus patients on October 30, taking the total over 10,424 official data showed, amid ...",positive,0.963463068
Several areas in Mirihana and Kurunegala isolated following COVID-19 confirmation,10/30/2020,Health,Sri Lanka health authorities have isolated several areas in Mirihana and Kurunegala after identifying new COVID-19 posit...,Several areas in Mirihana and Kurunegala isolated following COVID-19 confirmation Sri Lanka health authorities have isolated several areas in Mirihana and Kurunegala after identifying new COVID-19 posit...,negative,-0.989661694
Three areas in Mirihana Police Division isolated after 14 cases detected,10/30/2020,Health,The authorities have declared three areas in the Colombo district as isolated regions after 14 new Covid positive cases ...,Three areas in Mirihana Police Division isolated after 14 cases detected The authorities have declared three areas in the Colombo district as isolated regions after 14 new Covid positive cases ...,negative,-0.987360835
Abnormal increase in air pollution levels in Sri Lanka: NBRO,10/30/2020,Environment,Sri Lanka has recorded an abnormal drop in air quality levels from October 27 and the pollution is continuing to rise de...,Abnormal increase in air pollution levels in Sri Lanka: NBRO Sri Lanka has recorded an abnormal drop in air quality levels from October 27 and the pollution is continuing to rise de...,negative,-0.997420788
Fresh Covid cases in every district so please follow guidelines - Health officials,10/30/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s health officials told reporters today that Covid positive patients have been reported from “every distri...,Fresh Covid cases in every district so please follow guidelines - Health officials Sri Lanka’s health officials told reporters today that Covid positive patients have been reported from “every distri...,positive,0.933498323
Backlog of PCR test results hampering the fight against Covid - officials,10/30/2020,Health,A massive backlog in PCR testing has left people in quarantine centres stuck there longer than the mandatory 14-day peri...,Backlog of PCR test results hampering the fight against Covid - officials A massive backlog in PCR testing has left people in quarantine centres stuck there longer than the mandatory 14-day peri...,negative,-0.999550164
"586 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 9,791",10/30/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 586 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (30), the...","586 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 9,791 Sri Lankan health officials identified 586 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (30), the...",negative,-0.876622021
Police hunting down people who left the Western Province before the curfew,10/30/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Police has launched an operation to hunt down people who left the Covid hit Western Province for holidays ...,Police hunting down people who left the Western Province before the curfew Sri Lanka’s Police has launched an operation to hunt down people who left the Covid hit Western Province for holidays ...,negative,-0.900201619
Sri Lanka state agencies in Coronavirus-risky towns under work-from-home: President's office,10/30/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka state agencies in the Western Province and key towns declared as vulnerable are required to operate under 'wor...,Sri Lanka state agencies in Coronavirus-risky towns under work-from-home: President's office Sri Lanka state agencies in the Western Province and key towns declared as vulnerable are required to operate under 'wor...,negative,-0.99528116
India's Axis Bank exits Sri Lanka,10/30/2020,Banking,India's Axis Bank has been given the approval to close its operations in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo and exit the countr...,India's Axis Bank exits Sri Lanka India's Axis Bank has been given the approval to close its operations in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo and exit the countr...,negative,-0.999483109
"Sri Lanka finds 582 Coronavirus patients from 11,000 tests",10/30/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has found 582 Coronavirus patients on October 29, the health ministry said as a cluster from a fish market in ...","Sri Lanka finds 582 Coronavirus patients from 11,000 tests Sri Lanka has found 582 Coronavirus patients on October 29, the health ministry said as a cluster from a fish market in ...",negative,-0.991481423
Sri Lanka's Nuwara Eliya vacation city warns off visitors as Coronavirus spikes,10/29/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's hill country vacation hotspot Nuwara Eliya has asked weekend trippers not to come to the town as 30 Coronavi...,Sri Lanka's Nuwara Eliya vacation city warns off visitors as Coronavirus spikes Sri Lanka's hill country vacation hotspot Nuwara Eliya has asked weekend trippers not to come to the town as 30 Coronavi...,negative,-0.992347002
"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields steady",10/29/2020,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 184.25/30 to the US dollar on Thursday while bonds were steady, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields steady  Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 184.25/30 to the US dollar on Thursday while bonds were steady, dealers said.",negative,-0.997322023
Army inquiring into alleged incident in Welioya that led to Doctors’ protest,10/29/2020,Health,The Sri Lanka Army is inquiring into an allegation that a local commander had clashed with medical personnel in a Distri...,Army inquiring into alleged incident in Welioya that led to Doctors’ protest The Sri Lanka Army is inquiring into an allegation that a local commander had clashed with medical personnel in a Distri...,negative,-0.982998788
Sri Lanka stocks end 2.26-pct higher,10/29/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 2.26 percent higher on Thursday pushed by retail activity, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks end 2.26-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 2.26 percent higher on Thursday pushed by retail activity, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed.",negative,-0.990537107
"Sri Lanka new COVID-19 wave rises to 5,731 cases; majority in Gampaha, Colombo",10/29/2020,Health,"The new wave of COVID-19 in Sri Lanka increased to 5,731 cases this afternoon, with a majority of cases reported from th...","Sri Lanka new COVID-19 wave rises to 5,731 cases; majority in Gampaha, Colombo The new wave of COVID-19 in Sri Lanka increased to 5,731 cases this afternoon, with a majority of cases reported from th...",negative,-0.630062521
"Sri Lanka female workers more productive, stressed during Covid-19 work-from-home : IFC",10/29/2020,Business,About 75 percent of female respondents had said they were equally or more productive during Coronavirus work-from-home a...,"Sri Lanka female workers more productive, stressed during Covid-19 work-from-home : IFC About 75 percent of female respondents had said they were equally or more productive during Coronavirus work-from-home a...",negative,-0.975846171
Sri Lanka's commercial capital Colombo sees steep increase in Covid 19 patients,10/29/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Commercial capital the city of Colombo has seen a big jump in Covid cases and the Municipal Health Service...,Sri Lanka's commercial capital Colombo sees steep increase in Covid 19 patients Sri Lanka’s Commercial capital the city of Colombo has seen a big jump in Covid cases and the Municipal Health Service...,positive,0.823882461
Pompeo favours Sri Lanka TV over FM,10/29/2020,Political News,US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo showed partiality to Sri Lanka’s state TV and a pro-government channel and spent les...,Pompeo favours Sri Lanka TV over FM US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo showed partiality to Sri Lanka’s state TV and a pro-government channel and spent les...,negative,-0.997383296
"335 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 9,205",10/29/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 335 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (29), the...","335 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 9,205 Sri Lankan health officials identified 335 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (29), the...",negative,-0.799411237
Media not sticking to Covid reporting guidelines - Government,10/29/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is urging its Media to refrain showing the last rites of victims of Covid 19 as it brings pain and anguish to ...,Media not sticking to Covid reporting guidelines - Government Sri Lanka is urging its Media to refrain showing the last rites of victims of Covid 19 as it brings pain and anguish to ...,negative,-0.995605052
"Sri Lanka export firms to run during curfew, helpdesk set up",10/29/2020,Business,"Export firms will continue to operate during curfews and a help desk has been set up to support companies, Sri Lanka's E...","Sri Lanka export firms to run during curfew, helpdesk set up Export firms will continue to operate during curfews and a help desk has been set up to support companies, Sri Lanka's E...",positive,0.986478746
All buses and trains to and from Western Province suspended,10/29/2020,Health,"All train and bus services within the Western Province, as well as connections to the rest of the country, will be suspe...","All buses and trains to and from Western Province suspended All train and bus services within the Western Province, as well as connections to the rest of the country, will be suspe...",negative,-0.997436345
"Sri Lanka rupee steady, bond yields unchanged",10/29/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 184.25/40 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields were largely unchanged, dealers s...","Sri Lanka rupee steady, bond yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 184.25/40 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields were largely unchanged, dealers s...",negative,-0.944787323
"Sri Lanka awaiting foreign expert to fix Coronavirus PCR machine, Covid-19 total tops 9000",10/29/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is awaiting an expert from abroad to fix a high capacity machine which is out of order and is delaying test re...,"Sri Lanka awaiting foreign expert to fix Coronavirus PCR machine, Covid-19 total tops 9000 Sri Lanka is awaiting an expert from abroad to fix a high capacity machine which is out of order and is delaying test re...",negative,-0.998778284
Sri Lanka finds 335 Coronavirus cases in traced contacts and targeted Covid-19 sampling,10/29/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has found 335 new Coronavirus cases on October 28 taking the total in new clusters to 5,731, health ministry d...","Sri Lanka finds 335 Coronavirus cases in traced contacts and targeted Covid-19 sampling Sri Lanka has found 335 new Coronavirus cases on October 28 taking the total in new clusters to 5,731, health ministry d...",negative,-0.979266703
"211 new COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka today; new cluster totals 5,606",10/28/2020,Health,Sri Lanka confirmed new 211 novel coronavirus cases on October 28 including an employee at the Government Information De...,"211 new COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka today; new cluster totals 5,606 Sri Lanka confirmed new 211 novel coronavirus cases on October 28 including an employee at the Government Information De...",negative,-0.66875881
China has helped us but we are not caught in a debt-trap GR tells Pompeo,10/28/2020,Democracy,Sri Lanka has been assisted by China in its post-war reconstruction efforts but is not caught in a debt-trap President G...,China has helped us but we are not caught in a debt-trap GR tells Pompeo Sri Lanka has been assisted by China in its post-war reconstruction efforts but is not caught in a debt-trap President G...,positive,0.928915203
"Sri Lanka rupee close stronger, gilt yields steady",10/28/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 184.25/35 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bonds were steady, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee close stronger, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 184.25/35 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bonds were steady, dealers said.",positive,0.992119431
Sri Lanka starts operations at East Container Terminal in Colombo,10/28/2020,Logistics,State-run Sri Lanka Ports Authority has started container operations at a new partially built terminal in Colombo that w...,Sri Lanka starts operations at East Container Terminal in Colombo State-run Sri Lanka Ports Authority has started container operations at a new partially built terminal in Colombo that w...,negative,-0.976448894
Sri Lanka stocks end lower amid curfews,10/28/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.93 per cent on Wednesday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed while the country imposed long week...","Sri Lanka stocks end lower amid curfews Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.93 per cent on Wednesday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed while the country imposed long week...",negative,-0.999452174
Long-weekend curfew in Western Province; COVID-19 spreading faster than before: Sri Lanka army chief,10/28/2020,Health,Sri Lanka will impose quarantine curfew in the entire Western Province from midnight tomorrow (October 29) until 5 am Mo...,Long-weekend curfew in Western Province; COVID-19 spreading faster than before: Sri Lanka army chief Sri Lanka will impose quarantine curfew in the entire Western Province from midnight tomorrow (October 29) until 5 am Mo...,negative,-0.797789872
Study of Sri Lanka historical records under spotlight at National Trust online forum,10/28/2020,Sci-Tech,The study of historical records in Sri Lanka from British rule is coming under the spotlight at on online forum organize...,Study of Sri Lanka historical records under spotlight at National Trust online forum The study of historical records in Sri Lanka from British rule is coming under the spotlight at on online forum organize...,positive,0.991233885
US offers Sri Lanka a vision different to what is offered by China - Pompeo,10/28/2020,Democracy,The United States offers a different vision for Sri Lanka of shared democratic values and the exercise of sovereign righ...,US offers Sri Lanka a vision different to what is offered by China - Pompeo The United States offers a different vision for Sri Lanka of shared democratic values and the exercise of sovereign righ...,positive,0.998381615
"457 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 8,870",10/28/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 457 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (28), the...","457 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 8,870 Sri Lankan health officials identified 457 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (28), the...",negative,-0.848879278
China-run terminal in Sri Lanka's Colombo port to boost capacity,10/28/2020,Logistics,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had cleared tax relief for 90 million dollar investment to boost capacity at a terminal...,China-run terminal in Sri Lanka's Colombo port to boost capacity Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had cleared tax relief for 90 million dollar investment to boost capacity at a terminal...,negative,-0.894984782
SLMC must reveal details of deal struck with Govt. to support 20A - UNP,10/28/2020,Constitutional Amendments,The United National Party is demanding that the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress reveal the deal it struck with Prime Minister ...,SLMC must reveal details of deal struck with Govt. to support 20A - UNP The United National Party is demanding that the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress reveal the deal it struck with Prime Minister ...,negative,-0.983586371
"Sri Lanka bond yields open flat, rupee steady",10/28/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 184.25/35 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bonds were steady, dealers said.","Sri Lanka bond yields open flat, rupee steady Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 184.25/35 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bonds were steady, dealers said.",negative,-0.976442754
Sri Lanka's cabinet clears proposals to draft new SEC law,10/28/2020,Legal,"Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had given the nod to draft a new Securities and Exchange Commission law, the state in...","Sri Lanka's cabinet clears proposals to draft new SEC law Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had given the nod to draft a new Securities and Exchange Commission law, the state in...",negative,-0.924017131
Pompeo meets Lankan leadership today to keep Colombo within US orbit,10/28/2020,Constitutional Amendments,United States Secretary of State Mike Pompeo who arrived in Sri Lanka last night will have talks today with President Go...,Pompeo meets Lankan leadership today to keep Colombo within US orbit United States Secretary of State Mike Pompeo who arrived in Sri Lanka last night will have talks today with President Go...,positive,0.999361694
Sri Lanka public should avoid crossing district borders: Army Chief,10/28/2020,Health,Members of the public should avoid crossing district borders and residents in Colombo in particular should not go out un...,Sri Lanka public should avoid crossing district borders: Army Chief Members of the public should avoid crossing district borders and residents in Colombo in particular should not go out un...,negative,-0.996418238
Pompeo arrives in Sri Lanka amid China protests,10/28/2020,Political News,"US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo arrived in Sri Lanka on October 27, amid protests from China as part of a whistle stop...","Pompeo arrives in Sri Lanka amid China protests US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo arrived in Sri Lanka on October 27, amid protests from China as part of a whistle stop...",negative,-0.951715052
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus curfew in Homagama, Panadura, Moratuwa, 457 new Covid-19 cases",10/27/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has imposed Coronavirus curfew in Homagama, Moratuwa, Panadura North and Panadura South police areas as 457 ne...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus curfew in Homagama, Panadura, Moratuwa, 457 new Covid-19 cases Sri Lanka has imposed Coronavirus curfew in Homagama, Moratuwa, Panadura North and Panadura South police areas as 457 ne...",negative,-0.99330771
AG orders criminal investigation into Covid spread from Brandix plant,10/27/2020,Crime,The Attorney General has ordered police to conduct a criminal investigation into the spread of the Covid 19 virus in and...,AG orders criminal investigation into Covid spread from Brandix plant The Attorney General has ordered police to conduct a criminal investigation into the spread of the Covid 19 virus in and...,negative,-0.99166286
"Sri Lanka reports 457 new Coronavirus cases, first sudden deaths",10/27/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has confirmed 293 Coronavirus cases on October 27, taking the total of the new wave over 5,000 with 03 deaths ...","Sri Lanka reports 457 new Coronavirus cases, first sudden deaths Sri Lanka has confirmed 293 Coronavirus cases on October 27, taking the total of the new wave over 5,000 with 03 deaths ...",negative,-0.644140959
"Sri Lanka bonds yields steady, rupee marginally weaker",10/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed 184.30/40 to the US dollar on Tuesday marginally weaker from a day earlier while bonds yields wer...,"Sri Lanka bonds yields steady, rupee marginally weaker Sri Lanka rupee closed 184.30/40 to the US dollar on Tuesday marginally weaker from a day earlier while bonds yields wer...",negative,-0.993469715
Sri Lanka Treasuries auction yields recover from anomaly,10/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields recovered from an anomaly on October 27 to end around the same levels as two weeks earlier...,Sri Lanka Treasuries auction yields recover from anomaly Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields recovered from an anomaly on October 27 to end around the same levels as two weeks earlier...,negative,-0.99458909
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.2-pct higher amid Covid-19 surge,10/27/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.19 percent higher, falling from intra-day highs as more Coronavirus cases were detected and au...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.2-pct higher amid Covid-19 surge Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.19 percent higher, falling from intra-day highs as more Coronavirus cases were detected and au...",negative,-0.996188939
Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise as Covid-19 cases surge: 19-year old dies,10/27/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's Coronavirus deaths went up with a 19 year old male confirmed with Coronavirus after being admitted to the Na...,Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise as Covid-19 cases surge: 19-year old dies Sri Lanka's Coronavirus deaths went up with a 19 year old male confirmed with Coronavirus after being admitted to the Na...,negative,-0.968143404
"Sri Lanka records 17th COVID-19 death as total cases reach 8,413",10/27/2020,Health,The Sri Lanka National Operation Centre for Prevention of COVID-19 confirmed the 17th death from COVID-19 a short while ...,"Sri Lanka records 17th COVID-19 death as total cases reach 8,413 The Sri Lanka National Operation Centre for Prevention of COVID-19 confirmed the 17th death from COVID-19 a short while ...",negative,-0.997918427
"Direct asymptomatic COVID-19 patients to select hotels, quarantine centres, orders President",10/27/2020,Health,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered health officials to direct asymptomatic COVID-19 patients to select locations s...,"Direct asymptomatic COVID-19 patients to select hotels, quarantine centres, orders President President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered health officials to direct asymptomatic COVID-19 patients to select locations s...",negative,-0.930598021
"541 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 8,413",10/27/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 541 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (27), the...","541 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 8,413 Sri Lankan health officials identified 541 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (27), the...",negative,-0.860887229
Covid-related relief for Private Sector employees extended until December – Cabinet Spokesman,10/27/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has decided to extend the agreed grace period for the payment of salaries of private-sector employees until De...,Covid-related relief for Private Sector employees extended until December – Cabinet Spokesman Sri Lanka has decided to extend the agreed grace period for the payment of salaries of private-sector employees until De...,negative,-0.94164902
"Sri Lanka changes Coronavirus measures as Covid-19 surges, home quarantine, centres as hospitals",10/27/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is giving up mass institutionalized quarantine and turning them into treatment as centres daily Coronavirus ca...,"Sri Lanka changes Coronavirus measures as Covid-19 surges, home quarantine, centres as hospitals Sri Lanka is giving up mass institutionalized quarantine and turning them into treatment as centres daily Coronavirus ca...",negative,-0.959042013
"Sri Lanka confirms 541 Covid-19 cases, 499 from community as cases surge",10/27/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has confirmed 541 cases on October 26, taking the total to 8,412 with most of them coming from the community a...","Sri Lanka confirms 541 Covid-19 cases, 499 from community as cases surge Sri Lanka has confirmed 541 cases on October 26, taking the total to 8,412 with most of them coming from the community a...",positive,0.916799903
Sri Lanka to stop quarantining first Coronavirus contacts at centres as new cases rise,10/26/2020,Health,Sri Lanka will keep first contacts of confirmed Coronavirus patients on home quarantine in the future instead of taking ...,Sri Lanka to stop quarantining first Coronavirus contacts at centres as new cases rise Sri Lanka will keep first contacts of confirmed Coronavirus patients on home quarantine in the future instead of taking ...,negative,-0.986541986
Rapid test for COVID gets approval for use in Sri Lanka,10/26/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is to use Rapid Antigen testing to detect COVID-19 patients as the number of people infected with the virus co...,Rapid test for COVID gets approval for use in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka is to use Rapid Antigen testing to detect COVID-19 patients as the number of people infected with the virus co...,negative,-0.908565283
Ganesan says he supports the release of Duminda on “humanitarian grounds”,10/26/2020,Crime,Tamil Opposition Parliamentarians signed a petition to the President to pardon and release convicted politician Duminda ...,Ganesan says he supports the release of Duminda on “humanitarian grounds” Tamil Opposition Parliamentarians signed a petition to the President to pardon and release convicted politician Duminda ...,positive,0.977655411
"Sri Lanka stock exchange, brokers run market remotely in Covid-19 curfew",10/26/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka's stock exchange operated remotely while Colombo Fort and several broker offices were in areas under Coronavir...,"Sri Lanka stock exchange, brokers run market remotely in Covid-19 curfew Sri Lanka's stock exchange operated remotely while Colombo Fort and several broker offices were in areas under Coronavir...",negative,-0.988629937
Sri Lanka identifies high-risk areas for COVID-19 transmission,10/26/2020,Health,The epidemiology unit of Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Health issued details of high-risk areas for COVID-19 transmission in...,Sri Lanka identifies high-risk areas for COVID-19 transmission The epidemiology unit of Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Health issued details of high-risk areas for COVID-19 transmission in...,negative,-0.945546329
The government is hiding bad news about the economy - Champika,10/26/2020,Economy,The Opposition is charging that Sri Lankans have to depend on foreign sources to find out the economic data in their own...,The government is hiding bad news about the economy - Champika The Opposition is charging that Sri Lankans have to depend on foreign sources to find out the economic data in their own...,negative,-0.998901486
CIMA students who won a business 'Hackathon' invited by a conglomerate,10/26/2020,Business,Students of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) who won a business problem-solving competition as p...,CIMA students who won a business 'Hackathon' invited by a conglomerate Students of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) who won a business problem-solving competition as p...,negative,-0.982083559
Sri Lanka stocks fall 1.7-pct as curfews expanded in Colombo,10/26/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.73 percent at Monday’s close as an Coronavirus cluster expanded over the weekend and curfews w...,Sri Lanka stocks fall 1.7-pct as curfews expanded in Colombo Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.73 percent at Monday’s close as an Coronavirus cluster expanded over the weekend and curfews w...,negative,-0.999411702
Sri Lanka tea production recovers in September,10/26/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka has produce 21.91 million kilograms in September 2020, flat from 21.91 million kilograms last year, though pro...","Sri Lanka tea production recovers in September Sri Lanka has produce 21.91 million kilograms in September 2020, flat from 21.91 million kilograms last year, though pro...",negative,-0.988064706
GMOA warns of unusually high COVID-19 deaths as Sri Lanka faces imminent community spread,10/26/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is on the verge of community transmission of COVID-19 and any neglect on the part of the government could lead...,GMOA warns of unusually high COVID-19 deaths as Sri Lanka faces imminent community spread Sri Lanka is on the verge of community transmission of COVID-19 and any neglect on the part of the government could lead...,negative,-0.998885572
"351 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 7,872",10/26/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 351 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (26), the...","351 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 7,872 Sri Lankan health officials identified 351 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (26), the...",negative,-0.899389744
"Sri Lanka stocks fall at open, bond yields steady after Coronavirus curfews",10/26/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's bonds yields were steady on Monday and market activity was sporadic after several parts of the capital Colom...,"Sri Lanka stocks fall at open, bond yields steady after Coronavirus curfews Sri Lanka's bonds yields were steady on Monday and market activity was sporadic after several parts of the capital Colom...",negative,-0.97660166
"Sri Lanka rents falling on expat exit, Covid-19 but low rates help real estate buys",10/26/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Coronavirus crises and an exit of expatriates have lowered rents but real estate is attractive medium to l...,"Sri Lanka rents falling on expat exit, Covid-19 but low rates help real estate buys Sri Lanka's Coronavirus crises and an exit of expatriates have lowered rents but real estate is attractive medium to l...",positive,0.992725611
Claims that Sri Lanka new Coronavirus strain is less deadly is a dangerous myth: Health official,10/26/2020,Health,A belief among some that the strain of Coronavirus that is spreading in Sri Lanka is less dangerous that earlier ones is...,Claims that Sri Lanka new Coronavirus strain is less deadly is a dangerous myth: Health official A belief among some that the strain of Coronavirus that is spreading in Sri Lanka is less dangerous that earlier ones is...,negative,-0.961079895
Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise to 16 as 368 new Covid-19 cases confirmed,10/25/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's Coronavirus related deaths rose to 16 on October 25, with a 70 - year patient in intensive care passing away...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise to 16 as 368 new Covid-19 cases confirmed Sri Lanka's Coronavirus related deaths rose to 16 on October 25, with a 70 - year patient in intensive care passing away...",negative,-0.989268005
Sri Lanka's native tribe halts tourism as Coronavirus 'ledder podge-jer' spreads,10/25/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's indigenous Veddah tribe has halted domestic tourists from visiting their village as the latest Coronavirus o...,Sri Lanka's native tribe halts tourism as Coronavirus 'ledder podge-jer' spreads Sri Lanka's indigenous Veddah tribe has halted domestic tourists from visiting their village as the latest Coronavirus o...,negative,-0.999755204
"Sri Lanka confirms 368 new Coronavirus cases, Covid-19 total 7,872",10/25/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has confirmed 263 new Coronavirus cases taking the total to 7,784 Sunday with more suburbs of Colombo coming u...","Sri Lanka confirms 368 new Coronavirus cases, Covid-19 total 7,872 Sri Lanka has confirmed 263 new Coronavirus cases taking the total to 7,784 Sunday with more suburbs of Colombo coming u...",positive,0.614516556
"Coronavirus halts postal services in Sri Lanka's Western province, Galle, Bati, Kuliyapitiya offices",10/25/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka Post said it is halting letter deliveries to the Western province and post offices in Galle, Batticaloa and Ku...","Coronavirus halts postal services in Sri Lanka's Western province, Galle, Bati, Kuliyapitiya offices Sri Lanka Post said it is halting letter deliveries to the Western province and post offices in Galle, Batticaloa and Ku...",negative,-0.999736011
Sri Lanka PM's advanced (external) security officer infected with Covid-19,10/25/2020,Legal,"An member of Sri Lanka Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa's advanced security detail  had been infected with Coronavirus, ...","Sri Lanka PM's advanced (external) security officer infected with Covid-19 An member of Sri Lanka Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa's advanced security detail  had been infected with Coronavirus, ...",negative,-0.997861326
"368 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 7,521",10/25/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 368 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (25), the...","368 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 7,521 Sri Lankan health officials identified 368 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (25), the...",negative,-0.867710531
"Sri Lanka imposes Coronavirus curfew in Colombo Fort, Borella, Welikada",10/25/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has imposed curfew in Fort, Borella and Welikada areas in the capital Colombo with effect from 1800hours on Su...","Sri Lanka imposes Coronavirus curfew in Colombo Fort, Borella, Welikada Sri Lanka has imposed curfew in Fort, Borella and Welikada areas in the capital Colombo with effect from 1800hours on Su...",negative,-0.979509652
Sri Lanka's legislative skullduggery without judicial review at 'committee stage' exposed,10/25/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka's parliament erupted in heated debate over bringing last minute changes to bills in the so-called committee st...,Sri Lanka's legislative skullduggery without judicial review at 'committee stage' exposed Sri Lanka's parliament erupted in heated debate over bringing last minute changes to bills in the so-called committee st...,negative,-0.977515638
"Sri Lanka confirms 368 Coronavirus patients; Covid-19  curfew in Maligawatte, Keselwatte",10/24/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has confirmed 368 new Coronavirus case on October 24, taking the Covid-19 total to 7,521 as infections linked ...","Sri Lanka confirms 368 Coronavirus patients; Covid-19  curfew in Maligawatte, Keselwatte Sri Lanka has confirmed 368 new Coronavirus case on October 24, taking the Covid-19 total to 7,521 as infections linked ...",negative,-0.848049939
"Sri Lanka Colombo Hilton, Shangri-La finds Covid-19 patients",10/24/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Colombo Hilton and Shangri - La have said a staff member each had been confirmed with Coronavirus and protec...,"Sri Lanka Colombo Hilton, Shangri-La finds Covid-19 patients Sri Lanka's Colombo Hilton and Shangri - La have said a staff member each had been confirmed with Coronavirus and protec...",negative,-0.973758698
"Sri Lanka extends Colombo Coronavirus curfews to Gothatuwa, Mulleriyawa",10/24/2020,Legal,"Sri Lanka has expanded a curfew in the capital Colombo to Gothatuwa and Mulleriyawa suburbs from 1900 hours, the state i...","Sri Lanka extends Colombo Coronavirus curfews to Gothatuwa, Mulleriyawa Sri Lanka has expanded a curfew in the capital Colombo to Gothatuwa and Mulleriyawa suburbs from 1900 hours, the state i...",positive,0.960572243
SLMC renegade MPs asked to explain why they voted for the 20A,10/24/2020,Constitutional Amendments,The Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) has called for an explanation from the four of their Members of Parliament who vote...,SLMC renegade MPs asked to explain why they voted for the 20A The Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) has called for an explanation from the four of their Members of Parliament who vote...,negative,-0.998309135
"866 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 7,153",10/24/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 866 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (24), the...","866 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 7,153 Sri Lankan health officials identified 866 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (24), the...",negative,-0.836087763
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus surge 'serious', as Covid-19 curfews widened",10/24/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka is continuing to send first contacts of confirmed Coronavirus patients on home quarantine pending Covid-19 PCR...,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus surge 'serious', as Covid-19 curfews widened Sri Lanka is continuing to send first contacts of confirmed Coronavirus patients on home quarantine pending Covid-19 PCR...",negative,-0.91934675
Sri Lanka records 15th death from Covid 19 in Kuliyapitiya,10/24/2020,Health,The 15th death from Covid 19 has been reported in Sri Lanka and the latest fatality is a 56 year old man who passed away...,Sri Lanka records 15th death from Covid 19 in Kuliyapitiya The 15th death from Covid 19 has been reported in Sri Lanka and the latest fatality is a 56 year old man who passed away...,negative,-0.996865332
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus curfew expanded in Colombo, Kalutara as Covid-19 cases hit 865 in a day - Upda...",10/23/2020,Health,"A Coronavirus curfew in Sri Lanka capital Colombo has been widened to Maradana and Dematagoda suburbs, the state informa...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus curfew expanded in Colombo, Kalutara as Covid-19 cases hit 865 in a day - Upda... A Coronavirus curfew in Sri Lanka capital Colombo has been widened to Maradana and Dematagoda suburbs, the state informa...",negative,-0.979349256
"Sri Lanka daily Coronavirus cases spike to 609, fishery harbours closed",10/23/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health authorities have identified 609 new Covid 19 patients today from Peliyagoda, Galle, Beruwala and quara...","Sri Lanka daily Coronavirus cases spike to 609, fishery harbours closed Sri Lankan health authorities have identified 609 new Covid 19 patients today from Peliyagoda, Galle, Beruwala and quara...",negative,-0.956906199
"Sri Lanka rupee close firmer, gilt yields flat",10/23/2020,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 184.15/35 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were flat, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee close firmer, gilt yields flat  Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 184.15/35 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were flat, dealers said.",negative,-0.997935057
Government claims Sri Lanka is a “leader” in battling the Covid 19 threat,10/23/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is a leader in battling the Coronavirus compared to many other countries Health Minister Pavithra Wanniarachch...,Government claims Sri Lanka is a “leader” in battling the Covid 19 threat Sri Lanka is a leader in battling the Coronavirus compared to many other countries Health Minister Pavithra Wanniarachch...,positive,0.829535306
Army says no island-wide curfew this weekend as GMOA calls for zonal lockdown,10/23/2020,Health,"No island wide curfew will be imposed this weekend (October 24, 25), Sri Lanka Army spokesman Colonel Vijitha Hettiarach...","Army says no island-wide curfew this weekend as GMOA calls for zonal lockdown No island wide curfew will be imposed this weekend (October 24, 25), Sri Lanka Army spokesman Colonel Vijitha Hettiarach...",negative,-0.941780746
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.05-pct lower,10/23/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.05 percent at Friday’s closing on Browns Investment Plc, Richard Pieris and Company and Nestle...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.05-pct lower Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.05 percent at Friday’s closing on Browns Investment Plc, Richard Pieris and Company and Nestle...",negative,-0.999232173
Hesha wants Rauff and Bathiudeen removed from SJB,10/23/2020,Constitutional Amendments,Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Hesha Withanage wants party leaders Rishad Bathiudeen and Rauff Hakeem expelled from the...,Hesha wants Rauff and Bathiudeen removed from SJB Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Hesha Withanage wants party leaders Rishad Bathiudeen and Rauff Hakeem expelled from the...,negative,-0.997496545
Government urged to increase testing to control second wave of Covid 19,10/23/2020,Health,Sri Lanka should decide whether to keep the country running in a new normal situation where the Covid 19 pandemic is acc...,Government urged to increase testing to control second wave of Covid 19 Sri Lanka should decide whether to keep the country running in a new normal situation where the Covid 19 pandemic is acc...,negative,-0.997542381
"309 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 6,287",10/23/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 309 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (23), the...","309 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 6,287 Sri Lankan health officials identified 309 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (23), the...",negative,-0.8605932
SJB will seek to expel Assistant Secretary Gamage from the Party - spokesman,10/23/2020,Constitutional Amendments,The main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya will initiate disciplinary proceedings against its Assistant Secretary Diana ...,SJB will seek to expel Assistant Secretary Gamage from the Party - spokesman The main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya will initiate disciplinary proceedings against its Assistant Secretary Diana ...,negative,-0.998347282
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer at open, bond yields flat",10/23/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted firmer at 184.30/45 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were flat, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer at open, bond yields flat Sri Lanka rupee was quoted firmer at 184.30/45 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were flat, dealers said.",negative,-0.997322381
Sri Lanka's Hemas Hospital says 8 staff isolated after Coronavirus patient,10/23/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Hemas Hospital said eight staff at its branch in Thalwatugoda was isolated and health rules are being follow...,Sri Lanka's Hemas Hospital says 8 staff isolated after Coronavirus patient Sri Lanka's Hemas Hospital said eight staff at its branch in Thalwatugoda was isolated and health rules are being follow...,negative,-0.995055795
India's ICICI Bank exits Sri Lanka,10/23/2020,Banking,"India's ICICI Bank Limited has been given approval to close down its business in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo, the island...","India's ICICI Bank exits Sri Lanka India's ICICI Bank Limited has been given approval to close down its business in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo, the island...",negative,-0.9967314
Sri Lanka parliament votes to expand President's powers amid hopes and fears,10/23/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka's parliament has voted with more than a two thirds majority to expand the powers of the President and terminat...,Sri Lanka parliament votes to expand President's powers amid hopes and fears Sri Lanka's parliament has voted with more than a two thirds majority to expand the powers of the President and terminat...,positive,0.907512069
Breaking:  Several SJB MPs including Assistant Secretary Diana Gamage support 20th A,10/22/2020,Constitutional Amendments,The Second Reading of the 20th Amendment to the Constitution sailed through Parliament tonight with a number of the main...,Breaking:  Several SJB MPs including Assistant Secretary Diana Gamage support 20th A The Second Reading of the 20th Amendment to the Constitution sailed through Parliament tonight with a number of the main...,positive,0.989239216
"Sri Lanka rupee close weaker, gilt yields up",10/22/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 184.35/45 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields end wider on selling pressure ...,"Sri Lanka rupee close weaker, gilt yields up Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 184.35/45 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields end wider on selling pressure ...",negative,-0.992394924
"Sri Lanka confirms 14th COVID-19 death; total cases rise to 6,028",10/22/2020,Health,"A 50-year old woman undergoing treatment at the Infectious Diseases Hospital (IDH) in Angoda died today (22), bringing S...","Sri Lanka confirms 14th COVID-19 death; total cases rise to 6,028 A 50-year old woman undergoing treatment at the Infectious Diseases Hospital (IDH) in Angoda died today (22), bringing S...",negative,-0.981109142
The government will fight efforts to lift ban on the LTTE in the UK – Foreign Ministry,10/22/2020,Human Rights,The door has opened for the ban on the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the United Kingdom to be lifted by a r...,The government will fight efforts to lift ban on the LTTE in the UK – Foreign Ministry The door has opened for the ban on the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) in the United Kingdom to be lifted by a r...,positive,0.960806906
"COVID-19 could've spread to 13 districts, Sri Lanka chief epidemiologist warns",10/22/2020,Health,"As total confirmed COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka surged past 6,000 today, Chief Epidemiologist Dr Sudath Samaraweera warne...","COVID-19 could've spread to 13 districts, Sri Lanka chief epidemiologist warns As total confirmed COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka surged past 6,000 today, Chief Epidemiologist Dr Sudath Samaraweera warne...",negative,-0.995171249
Dual citizens who want to serve the Motherland must be given the chance - Kariyawasam,10/22/2020,Constitutional Amendments,Many Sri Lankans who fled violence and persecution in the country and have become citizens of other countries must be gi...,Dual citizens who want to serve the Motherland must be given the chance - Kariyawasam Many Sri Lankans who fled violence and persecution in the country and have become citizens of other countries must be gi...,negative,-0.651420414
Sri Lanka stocks gain sharply at close,10/22/2020,Markets," Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.53 per cent at Thursday’s close on Carson Cumberbatch, Sri Lanka Telecom and Bukit Darah Pl...","Sri Lanka stocks gain sharply at close  Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.53 per cent at Thursday’s close on Carson Cumberbatch, Sri Lanka Telecom and Bukit Darah Pl...",positive,0.554948092
"Amid rumours his party MPs will support 20A, Hakeem urges them to oppose it",10/22/2020,Constitutional Amendments,Leader of Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) Rauff Hakeem is urging the members of his party not to vote in favour of the ...,"Amid rumours his party MPs will support 20A, Hakeem urges them to oppose it Leader of Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) Rauff Hakeem is urging the members of his party not to vote in favour of the ...",negative,-0.988197982
"Total COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka surge past 6,000 with 50 new confirmed patients today",10/22/2020,Health,"Total COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka passed 6,000 today, with health authorities confirming 50 new patients this afternoon.","Total COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka surge past 6,000 with 50 new confirmed patients today Total COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka passed 6,000 today, with health authorities confirming 50 new patients this afternoon.",negative,-0.512423575
Sri Lanka real estate outlook in Echelon online forum LIVE NOW,10/22/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's real estate investments will be under the spotlight in a Echelon Decodes live forum at 1530 hours today (Oct...,Sri Lanka real estate outlook in Echelon online forum LIVE NOW Sri Lanka's real estate investments will be under the spotlight in a Echelon Decodes live forum at 1530 hours today (Oct...,negative,-0.697830856
863 visitors to Peliyagoda fish market sent to quarantine centres: NOCPOC,10/22/2020,Health,"Up to 863 people who have been to the Peliyagoda fish market, where a sub-cluster of COVID-19 patients were identified, ...","863 visitors to Peliyagoda fish market sent to quarantine centres: NOCPOC Up to 863 people who have been to the Peliyagoda fish market, where a sub-cluster of COVID-19 patients were identified, ...",negative,-0.984909713
"167 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 5,977",10/22/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 167new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (22), the ...","167 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 5,977 Sri Lankan health officials identified 167new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (22), the ...",negative,-0.915830314
"Gammanpila, Wimal, Wijedasa, Vasu change stand on Dual Citizens holding office",10/22/2020,Constitutional Amendments,A group of government Members of Parliament who opposed the proposal to disallow dual-citizens to hold political office ...,"Gammanpila, Wimal, Wijedasa, Vasu change stand on Dual Citizens holding office A group of government Members of Parliament who opposed the proposal to disallow dual-citizens to hold political office ...",negative,-0.6824435
"Sri Lanka export firms in Gampaha to run during Coronavirus curfew: EDB, BOI",10/22/2020,Uncategorized,Export companies in the Gampaha district would continue to operate during a Coronavirus curfew Sri Lanka's Exports Devel...,"Sri Lanka export firms in Gampaha to run during Coronavirus curfew: EDB, BOI Export companies in the Gampaha district would continue to operate during a Coronavirus curfew Sri Lanka's Exports Devel...",negative,-0.997620165
Govt. should prioritize Health and Quarantine laws not Constitution - Sajith,10/22/2020,Constitutional Amendments,Faced with a pandemic the government’s priority should be enacting laws to deal with the health crisis and not bring i...,Govt. should prioritize Health and Quarantine laws not Constitution - Sajith Faced with a pandemic the government’s priority should be enacting laws to deal with the health crisis and not bring i...,negative,-0.995536685
Pompeo’s Asian trip will reaffirm a “free and open Indo-Pacific” – State Dept.,10/22/2020,International Relations,The United States Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s trip to Sri Lanka and three other Asian countries next week has bee...,Pompeo’s Asian trip will reaffirm a “free and open Indo-Pacific” – State Dept. The United States Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s trip to Sri Lanka and three other Asian countries next week has bee...,positive,0.997268975
Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields falls below the floor policy rate,10/22/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's 06 and 12 month Treasury bill yield fell below the floor policy rate of 4.5 percent at Wednesday's Treasury ...,Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields falls below the floor policy rate Sri Lanka's 06 and 12 month Treasury bill yield fell below the floor policy rate of 4.5 percent at Wednesday's Treasury ...,negative,-0.996959448
Sri Lanka Coronavirus curfew in Colombo suburbs as cross-infections probed in fish market,10/22/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has imposed curfews in Mattakkuliya, Modara, Bloemendal, Grandpass and Wellampitiya police areas, the state in...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus curfew in Colombo suburbs as cross-infections probed in fish market Sri Lanka has imposed curfews in Mattakkuliya, Modara, Bloemendal, Grandpass and Wellampitiya police areas, the state in...",negative,-0.991517723
Sri Lanka keeps policy rates unchanged amid Covid-19 spike,10/22/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is keeping policy interest rates unchanged in October with signs of credit picking up, and the impact of a Cor...","Sri Lanka keeps policy rates unchanged amid Covid-19 spike Sri Lanka is keeping policy interest rates unchanged in October with signs of credit picking up, and the impact of a Cor...",positive,0.983183384
Dullas wants parliament to discuss new constitution in place of 20A,10/21/2020,Politics,Parliament time being spent debating the divisive 20th amendment to the constitution might be better spent discussing a ...,Dullas wants parliament to discuss new constitution in place of 20A Parliament time being spent debating the divisive 20th amendment to the constitution might be better spent discussing a ...,negative,-0.999324441
"Sri Lanka locksdown villages in Kalutara to contain Coronavirus, daily Covid-19 total 166",10/21/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has locked down several villages in Kaluthara South of Colombo to contain Coronavirus the state information sa...,"Sri Lanka locksdown villages in Kalutara to contain Coronavirus, daily Covid-19 total 166 Sri Lanka has locked down several villages in Kaluthara South of Colombo to contain Coronavirus the state information sa...",negative,-0.99172008
Sri Lanka central bank urged to take pre-emptive action on debt,10/21/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's central bank has been urged to take pre-emptive action on impending debt risks in the country, by a former f...","Sri Lanka central bank urged to take pre-emptive action on debt Sri Lanka's central bank has been urged to take pre-emptive action on impending debt risks in the country, by a former f...",negative,-0.936561167
"Sri Lanka rupee close weaker, gilt yields wider",10/21/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 184.20/30 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields ends wider after the bills au...,"Sri Lanka rupee close weaker, gilt yields wider Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 184.20/30 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields ends wider after the bills au...",negative,-0.995104194
Sri Lanka stocks end 4-pct lower,10/21/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks fell 4.21 per cent at Wednesday’s close amid a new cluster of coronavirus infections detected at Meeg...,Sri Lanka stocks end 4-pct lower Sri Lanka stocks fell 4.21 per cent at Wednesday’s close amid a new cluster of coronavirus infections detected at Meeg...,negative,-0.999492645
TNA will reject any constitution that doesn't have wide national consensus: Sampanthan,10/21/2020,Politics,The Tamil National Alliance (TNA) will reject any constitution that does not have wide national consensus including that...,TNA will reject any constitution that doesn't have wide national consensus: Sampanthan The Tamil National Alliance (TNA) will reject any constitution that does not have wide national consensus including that...,negative,-0.993287504
Quarantine curfew in Gampaha district from tonight till Monday,10/21/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka will impose a ""quarantine curfew"" in the Gampaha district from 2200 hrs today (21 October) to Monday (26 Octob...","Quarantine curfew in Gampaha district from tonight till Monday Sri Lanka will impose a ""quarantine curfew"" in the Gampaha district from 2200 hrs today (21 October) to Monday (26 Octob...",negative,-0.965931952
49 COVID-19 cases detected in Peliyagoda fish market,10/21/2020,Health,Health authorities confirmed 49 new COVID-19 cases at Sri Lanka’s largest fish market in Peliyagoda today.,49 COVID-19 cases detected in Peliyagoda fish market Health authorities confirmed 49 new COVID-19 cases at Sri Lanka’s largest fish market in Peliyagoda today.,negative,-0.86874187
"186 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 5,811",10/21/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 186 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (21), the...","186 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 5,811 Sri Lankan health officials identified 186 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (21), the...",negative,-0.911446214
"Sri Lanka probing Kuliyapitiya Coronavirus mini-cluster, Covid-19 hit police station to be re-opened",10/21/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is planning to re-open a police station in the capital Colombo closed due to Coronavirus positive staffer late...,"Sri Lanka probing Kuliyapitiya Coronavirus mini-cluster, Covid-19 hit police station to be re-opened Sri Lanka is planning to re-open a police station in the capital Colombo closed due to Coronavirus positive staffer late...",negative,-0.999301314
20A will impact women negatively: SJB women's wing Samagi Vanitha Balavegaya,10/21/2020,Politics,"The Samagi Vanitha Balavegaya (SVB), the women’s wing of Sri Lanka’s main opposition party Samagi Jana Balawegaya (S...","20A will impact women negatively: SJB women's wing Samagi Vanitha Balavegaya The Samagi Vanitha Balavegaya (SVB), the women’s wing of Sri Lanka’s main opposition party Samagi Jana Balawegaya (S...",negative,-0.999065816
Parliament to debate Covid crisis this week as government and opposition trade barbs,10/21/2020,Constitutional Amendments,Parliament saw raucous scenes this morning as before the scheduled debate on the controversial 20th Amendment to the Con...,Parliament to debate Covid crisis this week as government and opposition trade barbs Parliament saw raucous scenes this morning as before the scheduled debate on the controversial 20th Amendment to the Con...,negative,-0.924138725
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields marginally down",10/21/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 184.50/60 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields marginally down in the overal...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields marginally down Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 184.50/60 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields marginally down in the overal...",negative,-0.998100579
Sri Lanka's Softlogic Finance to raise Rs1.9bn from cash call,10/21/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's Softlogic Finance, a licensed non-bank lender said it had received the nod from the Colombo Stock Exchange t...","Sri Lanka's Softlogic Finance to raise Rs1.9bn from cash call Sri Lanka's Softlogic Finance, a licensed non-bank lender said it had received the nod from the Colombo Stock Exchange t...",positive,0.804802537
Sri Lanka sovereign bonds plunge ahead of debate on constitutional amendment,10/21/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's sovereign bond prices tumbled (yields rose) ahead of a parliamentary debate on expanding the powers of the p...,Sri Lanka sovereign bonds plunge ahead of debate on constitutional amendment Sri Lanka's sovereign bond prices tumbled (yields rose) ahead of a parliamentary debate on expanding the powers of the p...,negative,-0.948189199
Sri Lanka Hirdramani group says 250 Coronavirus test at Kahathuduwa factory negative,10/21/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Hirdramani group said 250 Coronavirus tests conducted on colleagues of a confirmed staff member at a factory...,Sri Lanka Hirdramani group says 250 Coronavirus test at Kahathuduwa factory negative Sri Lanka's Hirdramani group said 250 Coronavirus tests conducted on colleagues of a confirmed staff member at a factory...,negative,-0.998935401
Alleged gangster Madush’s death helps conceals information he revealed to CID about politicians - ...,10/21/2020,Crime,Opposition Parliamentarians are warning that the death of alleged drug kingpin known as Makandure Madush in a purported ...,Alleged gangster Madush’s death helps conceals information he revealed to CID about politicians - ... Opposition Parliamentarians are warning that the death of alleged drug kingpin known as Makandure Madush in a purported ...,negative,-0.994189739
"Sri Lanka finance companies hit by Coronavirus, import controls: Fitch",10/21/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's finance and leasing companies (FLCs) would be hurt further from the risk of a 'second wave' of Coronavirus w...,"Sri Lanka finance companies hit by Coronavirus, import controls: Fitch Sri Lanka's finance and leasing companies (FLCs) would be hurt further from the risk of a 'second wave' of Coronavirus w...",negative,-0.999272525
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields steady",10/20/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 184.45/60 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields steady in the overall market, d...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 184.45/60 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields steady in the overall market, d...",negative,-0.984917462
Sri Lanka stocks end lower,10/20/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.20 per cent on Tuesday pushed down by LOLC Holdings, Carson Cumberbatch and Sri Lanka Telecom, C...","Sri Lanka stocks end lower Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.20 per cent on Tuesday pushed down by LOLC Holdings, Carson Cumberbatch and Sri Lanka Telecom, C...",negative,-0.999306202
Quarantine curfew in Kuliyapitiya and other areas: army chief,10/20/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka police imposed quarantine curfew in Kuliyapitiya, Pannala Giriulla, Narammala and Dummalasuriya police jurisdi...","Quarantine curfew in Kuliyapitiya and other areas: army chief Sri Lanka police imposed quarantine curfew in Kuliyapitiya, Pannala Giriulla, Narammala and Dummalasuriya police jurisdi...",negative,-0.980677426
Sri Lanka suspends 72-hour PCR test requirements for departures,10/20/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has temporarily suspended the 72-hour PCR test prior to departures from the country due to laboratories being ...,Sri Lanka suspends 72-hour PCR test requirements for departures Sri Lanka has temporarily suspended the 72-hour PCR test prior to departures from the country due to laboratories being ...,negative,-0.997865856
Cabinet sets a limit on the number of Ministers in proposed 20A,10/20/2020,Constitutional Amendments,The Cabinet has approved three changes to the proposed 20th Amendment to be presented at the committee stage apart from ...,Cabinet sets a limit on the number of Ministers in proposed 20A The Cabinet has approved three changes to the proposed 20th Amendment to be presented at the committee stage apart from ...,positive,0.554892957
No idea how the first Covid patient at the Minuwangoda factory became infected - Pavithra,10/20/2020,Health,The country’s Health Services are yet to definitely find out how the Covid 19 virus entered the Minuwangoda-based Bran...,No idea how the first Covid patient at the Minuwangoda factory became infected - Pavithra The country’s Health Services are yet to definitely find out how the Covid 19 virus entered the Minuwangoda-based Bran...,negative,-0.997261882
"87 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 5,625",10/20/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 87 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (20), the ...","87 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 5,625 Sri Lankan health officials identified 87 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (20), the ...",negative,-0.86330992
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat, gilt yields steady",10/20/2020,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat at 184.30/40 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields steady in the overall market, de...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat, gilt yields steady  Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat at 184.30/40 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields steady in the overall market, de...",negative,-0.960474432
Alleged drug kingpin killed in shootout - Police,10/20/2020,Crime,Alleged drug kingpin Makandure Madush has died in a supposed shootout that took place in the early hours of this morning...,Alleged drug kingpin killed in shootout - Police Alleged drug kingpin Makandure Madush has died in a supposed shootout that took place in the early hours of this morning...,negative,-0.985061109
Sri Lanka import substitution should be temporary: economist,10/20/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka should not extend an import control strategy beyond the short term as changes are taking place in world which ...,Sri Lanka import substitution should be temporary: economist Sri Lanka should not extend an import control strategy beyond the short term as changes are taking place in world which ...,negative,-0.999149084
Government to make minor changes to 20A to stave off protests,10/20/2020,Constitutional Amendments,Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardene is due to officially reveal the determination of the Supreme Court with regards to the ...,Government to make minor changes to 20A to stave off protests Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardene is due to officially reveal the determination of the Supreme Court with regards to the ...,positive,0.987451494
12 Colombo Dockyard workers test positive for COVID-19,10/19/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's health officials detected another 12 COVID-19 infection cases in the Colombo Dockyard, a Sri Lankan shipbuil...","12 Colombo Dockyard workers test positive for COVID-19 Sri Lanka's health officials detected another 12 COVID-19 infection cases in the Colombo Dockyard, a Sri Lankan shipbuil...",negative,-0.991684198
"Sri Lanka hires 34,000 workers in tax-payer financed job program",10/19/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's had started giving appointments to the first 34,000 workers in a program to hire 100,000 state workers into ...","Sri Lanka hires 34,000 workers in tax-payer financed job program Sri Lanka's had started giving appointments to the first 34,000 workers in a program to hire 100,000 state workers into ...",negative,-0.930370688
CID probing ten charges against former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen – AG’s Dept,10/19/2020,Corruption,The Fort Magistrate has remanded former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen and six others who had allegedly helped him to avoid ...,CID probing ten charges against former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen – AG’s Dept The Fort Magistrate has remanded former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen and six others who had allegedly helped him to avoid ...,negative,-0.839595556
Government agreeable to allow FR cases against the President – Prof Peiris,10/19/2020,Constitutional Amendments,Education Minister Prof G.L. Peiris says that the government is ready to bring in a clause to the 20th amendment at the ...,Government agreeable to allow FR cases against the President – Prof Peiris Education Minister Prof G.L. Peiris says that the government is ready to bring in a clause to the 20th amendment at the ...,positive,0.972031415
"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker, gilt yields steady",10/19/2020,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka rupee closed slightly weaker at 184.30/40 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields steady in the overall ...,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker, gilt yields steady  Sri Lanka rupee closed slightly weaker at 184.30/40 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields steady in the overall ...",negative,-0.98603791
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,10/19/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.19 per cent higher on Monday pushed by John Keels Holdings, Expolanka and Sri Lanka Telecom, C...","Sri Lanka stocks end higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.19 per cent higher on Monday pushed by John Keels Holdings, Expolanka and Sri Lanka Telecom, C...",negative,-0.989550292
Parliament should follow Covid 19 Regulations and postpone 20A debate - Opposition,10/19/2020,Constitutional Amendments,Sri Lanka’s Parliamentary Opposition is demanding that sittings of the Legislature be conducted according to Regulatio...,Parliament should follow Covid 19 Regulations and postpone 20A debate - Opposition Sri Lanka’s Parliamentary Opposition is demanding that sittings of the Legislature be conducted according to Regulatio...,negative,-0.994879603
Sri Lanka caught between rock and a hard place: Pathfinder,10/19/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's will have to make reforms for longer term growth and address immediate challenges in repaying debt as the co...,Sri Lanka caught between rock and a hard place: Pathfinder Sri Lanka's will have to make reforms for longer term growth and address immediate challenges in repaying debt as the co...,positive,0.76264441
Unspecified number of MAS employees test positive for COVID-19,10/19/2020,Health,"An unspecified number of employees of MAS Holdings, Sri Lanka's largest apparel manufacturer, have tested positive for C...","Unspecified number of MAS employees test positive for COVID-19 An unspecified number of employees of MAS Holdings, Sri Lanka's largest apparel manufacturer, have tested positive for C...",negative,-0.992829382
"Order investigation on Gammanpila, Harin urges president",10/19/2020,Politics,Action must be taken against Minister Udaya Gammanpila for his recent remarks about hiding fellow Pivithuru Hela Urumaya...,"Order investigation on Gammanpila, Harin urges president Action must be taken against Minister Udaya Gammanpila for his recent remarks about hiding fellow Pivithuru Hela Urumaya...",negative,-0.984333813
"Sri Lanka GDP growth negative 4.6-pct in 2020, Bangladesh among fastest to grow: IMF",10/19/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's gross domestic product could shrink 4.6 percent in 2020, India would shrink 10.3 percent, Maldives 18.7 perc...","Sri Lanka GDP growth negative 4.6-pct in 2020, Bangladesh among fastest to grow: IMF Sri Lanka's gross domestic product could shrink 4.6 percent in 2020, India would shrink 10.3 percent, Maldives 18.7 perc...",negative,-0.99474442
SJB calls for PCR tests for all MPs prior to 20A debate,10/19/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka’s main opposition the Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) requested Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardane today to condu...,SJB calls for PCR tests for all MPs prior to 20A debate Sri Lanka’s main opposition the Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) requested Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardane today to condu...,negative,-0.99022001
"Sri Lanka army dismisses ""fabricated attempts"" to tarnish quarantine efforts",10/19/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s army yesterday denied alleged mistreatment of apparel workers quarantined in military-run facilities.,"Sri Lanka army dismisses ""fabricated attempts"" to tarnish quarantine efforts Sri Lanka’s army yesterday denied alleged mistreatment of apparel workers quarantined in military-run facilities.",negative,-0.992012322
"63 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 5,538",10/19/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 63 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (19), the ...","63 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 5,538 Sri Lankan health officials identified 63 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (19), the ...",negative,-0.901207507
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly weaker, gilt yields steady",10/19/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka quoted slightly weaker at 184.30/40 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields steady in the overall market,...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly weaker, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka quoted slightly weaker at 184.30/40 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields steady in the overall market,...",negative,-0.968896151
Sri Lanka epidemiological sleuths probing foreign Covid-19 link to new Coronavirus cluster,10/19/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's epidemiological sleuths are probing a possible foreign link to a new Coronavirus cluster that developed at a...,Sri Lanka epidemiological sleuths probing foreign Covid-19 link to new Coronavirus cluster Sri Lanka's epidemiological sleuths are probing a possible foreign link to a new Coronavirus cluster that developed at a...,negative,-0.962157071
Sri Lanka wants to renew US$1.5bn equivalent RMB swap as standby facility: Minister Cabraal,10/19/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has started talks on renewing a 10 billion yuan swap with China (about 1.5 billion US dollars) to be used as a...,Sri Lanka wants to renew US$1.5bn equivalent RMB swap as standby facility: Minister Cabraal Sri Lanka has started talks on renewing a 10 billion yuan swap with China (about 1.5 billion US dollars) to be used as a...,negative,-0.981623173
Sri Lanka constitution making: how democracy does not equal freedom: Bellwether,10/19/2020,Bellwether,In Sri Lanka when the elected ruling class tries to amend the constitution and amass greater power at the expense of ind...,Sri Lanka constitution making: how democracy does not equal freedom: Bellwether In Sri Lanka when the elected ruling class tries to amend the constitution and amass greater power at the expense of ind...,negative,-0.983891666
Rishad Bathiudeen arrested in Dehiwela early this morning,10/19/2020,Law and Order,Police investigators arrested former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen at an apartment in Dehiwela in the early hours of this m...,Rishad Bathiudeen arrested in Dehiwela early this morning Police investigators arrested former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen at an apartment in Dehiwela in the early hours of this m...,negative,-0.948758543
"Sri Lanka conducts 15,000 Coroanvirus tests in BOI factories, 200 Covid-19 cases confirmed",10/19/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka has conducted around 10,000 tests in industrial zones under the Board of Investment of Sri Lanka and 5,000 in ...","Sri Lanka conducts 15,000 Coroanvirus tests in BOI factories, 200 Covid-19 cases confirmed Sri Lanka has conducted around 10,000 tests in industrial zones under the Board of Investment of Sri Lanka and 5,000 in ...",negative,-0.971791446
"Sri Lanka locksdown four villages in Matugama after Covid-19 mini-cluster, 61 new Coronavirus cases",10/18/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has locked down four areas in Matugama as a mini-cluster of infections were found while the total infections w...,"Sri Lanka locksdown four villages in Matugama after Covid-19 mini-cluster, 61 new Coronavirus cases Sri Lanka has locked down four areas in Matugama as a mini-cluster of infections were found while the total infections w...",negative,-0.993500531
Sri Lanka's Hirdramani group says one Covid-19 staffer positive in a factory,10/18/2020,Apparel,Sri Lanka's Hirdramani group says it is contact tracing and conducting more tests after a staffer was confirmed with Cor...,Sri Lanka's Hirdramani group says one Covid-19 staffer positive in a factory Sri Lanka's Hirdramani group says it is contact tracing and conducting more tests after a staffer was confirmed with Cor...,negative,-0.997255147
Sri Lanka state retailer Lanka Sathosa appoints ex-army major as CEO,10/18/2020,Economy,"Lanka Sathosa Limited, a loss-making state-run retail chain has appointed a retired army major as its chief executive of...","Sri Lanka state retailer Lanka Sathosa appoints ex-army major as CEO Lanka Sathosa Limited, a loss-making state-run retail chain has appointed a retired army major as its chief executive of...",negative,-0.993934572
Sri Lanka to delay second quarter GDP data to December amid Coronavirus,10/18/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's statistics office has said it would not release second quarter gross domestic product data until December 20...,Sri Lanka to delay second quarter GDP data to December amid Coronavirus Sri Lanka's statistics office has said it would not release second quarter gross domestic product data until December 20...,negative,-0.996803641
"Sri Lanka's DIMO, NTB link up finance pre-owned Mercedes, Jeep cars amid import controls",10/18/2020,Banking,"Dimo, the agents for Mercedes-Benz and Jeep in Sri Lanka said it was teaming up with Nations Trust Bank to help lease bo...","Sri Lanka's DIMO, NTB link up finance pre-owned Mercedes, Jeep cars amid import controls Dimo, the agents for Mercedes-Benz and Jeep in Sri Lanka said it was teaming up with Nations Trust Bank to help lease bo...",negative,-0.973989129
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus cluster tops 2000, KEPZ factories reach 170 Covid-19 cases",10/17/2020,Apparel,Sri Lanka's expanding Minuwangoda Coronavirus cluster reached 2014 on October 16 with 115 cases confirmed during the day...,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus cluster tops 2000, KEPZ factories reach 170 Covid-19 cases Sri Lanka's expanding Minuwangoda Coronavirus cluster reached 2014 on October 16 with 115 cases confirmed during the day...",positive,0.759357452
Sri Lankan Airlines says Covid-19 test mandatory from Oct 18,10/17/2020,Aviation,State-run SriLankan Airlines says a negative Covid-19 test is mandatory for all departing passengers from October 2020.,Sri Lankan Airlines says Covid-19 test mandatory from Oct 18 State-run SriLankan Airlines says a negative Covid-19 test is mandatory for all departing passengers from October 2020.,negative,-0.996077836
Director CID post changes hands for the third time in 11 months,10/17/2020,Crime,For the third time since the present government came to power the Director of the Criminal Investigation Department has ...,Director CID post changes hands for the third time in 11 months For the third time since the present government came to power the Director of the Criminal Investigation Department has ...,positive,0.747219026
"Sri Lanka's Ceylon tea prices supported by China buying, India production fall",10/17/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka tea prices showed a marginal appreciation amid a dip in Indian production due to the Coronavirus pandemic, alo...","Sri Lanka's Ceylon tea prices supported by China buying, India production fall Sri Lanka tea prices showed a marginal appreciation amid a dip in Indian production due to the Coronavirus pandemic, alo...",negative,-0.981053412
Two days insufficient to debate 20th Amendment - Opposition,10/17/2020,Constitutional Amendments,The Parliamentary Opposition is crying foul over the way the government wants to steamroller the 20th Amendment to the C...,Two days insufficient to debate 20th Amendment - Opposition The Parliamentary Opposition is crying foul over the way the government wants to steamroller the 20th Amendment to the C...,negative,-0.999650955
"Sri Lanka approves Rs178bn central bank re-financed bank credit, breaking limit",10/17/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has approved 178 billion rupees of credit through commercial lenders mostly through re-financed by the central...,"Sri Lanka approves Rs178bn central bank re-financed bank credit, breaking limit Sri Lanka has approved 178 billion rupees of credit through commercial lenders mostly through re-financed by the central...",negative,-0.849491358
UNP says Sri Lanka state Covid-19 suspect TV journalist came to their press conference,10/16/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's opposition United National Party said a state television journalist who has been tested for Coronavirus and ...,UNP says Sri Lanka state Covid-19 suspect TV journalist came to their press conference Sri Lanka's opposition United National Party said a state television journalist who has been tested for Coronavirus and ...,negative,-0.997049272
"Sri Lanka rupee closes firmer, bond yields ease",10/16/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka closed firmer at 184.20/30 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields eased marginally in the overall market...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes firmer, bond yields ease Sri Lanka closed firmer at 184.20/30 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields eased marginally in the overall market...",negative,-0.965354025
"3.5c pct of 50,336 Minuwangoda PCR tests came back positive: officials",10/16/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has conducted 50,336 PCR tests so far in the Minuwangoda cluster and so far only 1,791 COVID-19 infections, or...","3.5c pct of 50,336 Minuwangoda PCR tests came back positive: officials Sri Lanka has conducted 50,336 PCR tests so far in the Minuwangoda cluster and so far only 1,791 COVID-19 infections, or...",negative,-0.936748266
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.44-pct higher,10/16/2020,Markets," Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.44 per cent on Friday pushed by LOLC Holdings, Distilleries and C T Holdings, Colombo Stock E...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.44-pct higher  Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.44 per cent on Friday pushed by LOLC Holdings, Distilleries and C T Holdings, Colombo Stock E...",negative,-0.952865124
Sri Lanka journalists told to self quarantine as colleague tested for Coronavirus,10/16/2020,Health,A group of Sri Lanka journalists who attended a weekly government media briefing has been asked to self-quarantine after...,Sri Lanka journalists told to self quarantine as colleague tested for Coronavirus A group of Sri Lanka journalists who attended a weekly government media briefing has been asked to self-quarantine after...,negative,-0.997110069
Tough regulations to prevent the spread of Covid 19,10/16/2020,Courts,Sri Lanka yesterday issued the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (Covid 19) (Preventive Measures) Regulations gazette notificatio...,Tough regulations to prevent the spread of Covid 19 Sri Lanka yesterday issued the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (Covid 19) (Preventive Measures) Regulations gazette notificatio...,negative,-0.987455606
Writ petition seeks better care for Covid 19 infected persons and close contacts,10/16/2020,Courts,A group of public-spirited citizens have filed a Writ Petition before the Court of Appeal seeking better protection for ...,Writ petition seeks better care for Covid 19 infected persons and close contacts A group of public-spirited citizens have filed a Writ Petition before the Court of Appeal seeking better protection for ...,negative,-0.996454358
"74 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 5,244",10/16/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 74 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (16), the ...","74 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 5,244 Sri Lankan health officials identified 74 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (16), the ...",negative,-0.882266462
Sri Lanka's UB Finance to raise Rs1.6bn equity to boost capital,10/16/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's UB Finance Company Ltd, a licensed non-bank lender said a plan to raise 1.6 billion rupees through a rights ...","Sri Lanka's UB Finance to raise Rs1.6bn equity to boost capital Sri Lanka's UB Finance Company Ltd, a licensed non-bank lender said a plan to raise 1.6 billion rupees through a rights ...",positive,0.788462341
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firm, gilt yields marginally down",10/16/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer at 184.35/45 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields eased marginally in the overall ...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firm, gilt yields marginally down Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer at 184.35/45 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields eased marginally in the overall ...",negative,-0.983030736
"Sri Lanka export factories conduct over 7000 Coronavirus tests, follow health rules to control Covid...",10/16/2020,Business,"Companies in export under the Board of Investment of Sri Lanka are following Covid-19 health guidelines, running random ...","Sri Lanka export factories conduct over 7000 Coronavirus tests, follow health rules to control Covid... Companies in export under the Board of Investment of Sri Lanka are following Covid-19 health guidelines, running random ...",negative,-0.999013901
The Colombo Municipality reassures the city that emergency services are functioning normally,10/16/2020,Health,"Although Sri Lanka’s largest city, Colombo, is facing a Covid 19 threat, citizens of the city still carry out transact...","The Colombo Municipality reassures the city that emergency services are functioning normally Although Sri Lanka’s largest city, Colombo, is facing a Covid 19 threat, citizens of the city still carry out transact...",positive,0.965978086
"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services pick up September 2020 before new Covid-19 cluster: PMI",10/16/2020,Economy,A Purchasing Managers' Index of 59.8 for September 2020 showed manufacturing activities rising 1.9 points faster rate th...,"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services pick up September 2020 before new Covid-19 cluster: PMI A Purchasing Managers' Index of 59.8 for September 2020 showed manufacturing activities rising 1.9 points faster rate th...",negative,-0.880376935
"Colombo Municipality cancels meetings, closes offices after staffer tests Covid positive",10/16/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka’s largest city, Colombo, is facing a Covid 19 threat, its Mayor Rosie Senanayake warned city councillors yes...","Colombo Municipality cancels meetings, closes offices after staffer tests Covid positive Sri Lanka’s largest city, Colombo, is facing a Covid 19 threat, its Mayor Rosie Senanayake warned city councillors yes...",negative,-0.998619199
Sri Lanka cannot alienate other creditors and solve debt problems with only China: Harsha,10/15/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's cannot alienate other creditors and solve its debt problem by banking on China alone, with sovereign bond in...","Sri Lanka cannot alienate other creditors and solve debt problems with only China: Harsha Sri Lanka's cannot alienate other creditors and solve its debt problem by banking on China alone, with sovereign bond in...",negative,-0.986586332
Sajith demands the government provide relief for Covid hit areas,10/15/2020,Constitutional Amendments,Sri Lanka’s Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa is demanding that the government offer relief packages to worker...,Sajith demands the government provide relief for Covid hit areas Sri Lanka’s Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa is demanding that the government offer relief packages to worker...,negative,-0.989597619
Dappula faults CID for not nabbing Bathiudeen – AG’s Spokeswoman,10/15/2020,Corruption,The Attorney General Dappula de Livera has upbraided the Criminal Investigation Department over Police actions over the ...,Dappula faults CID for not nabbing Bathiudeen – AG’s Spokeswoman The Attorney General Dappula de Livera has upbraided the Criminal Investigation Department over Police actions over the ...,negative,-0.971415162
Dappula faults CID for not nabbing Bathiudeen – AG’s Spokeswoman,10/15/2020,Corruption,The Attorney General Dappula de Livera has upbraided the Criminal Investigation Department over Police actions over the ...,Dappula faults CID for not nabbing Bathiudeen – AG’s Spokeswoman The Attorney General Dappula de Livera has upbraided the Criminal Investigation Department over Police actions over the ...,negative,-0.971415162
From today you can be jailed or fined for breaking Covid prevention guidelines,10/15/2020,Health,The Health Department’s guidelines to prevent the spread of Covid 19 has become law through regulations Gazetted by th...,From today you can be jailed or fined for breaking Covid prevention guidelines The Health Department’s guidelines to prevent the spread of Covid 19 has become law through regulations Gazetted by th...,negative,-0.980882466
"Sri Lanka rupee ends strong, gilt yields steady",10/15/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 184.45/60 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields eased marginally in the overal...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends strong, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 184.45/60 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields eased marginally in the overal...",positive,0.996124089
"Ensure impartiality of Brandix internal inquiry, worker rights collective requests BOI",10/15/2020,Health,Labour rights activists in Sri Lanka called on the Board of Investment (BoI) today to ensure the impartiality of an inte...,"Ensure impartiality of Brandix internal inquiry, worker rights collective requests BOI Labour rights activists in Sri Lanka called on the Board of Investment (BoI) today to ensure the impartiality of an inte...",positive,0.993057013
HNB reports Covid positive staffer in Headquarters building,10/15/2020,Health,The Hatton National Bank has asked all their staff working in an area of the 19th floor of its headquarters Right Wing t...,HNB reports Covid positive staffer in Headquarters building The Hatton National Bank has asked all their staff working in an area of the 19th floor of its headquarters Right Wing t...,negative,-0.919611812
Sri Lanka's stocks end higher,10/15/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.51 per cent higher on Thursday pushed by index heavy stocks, Colombo Stock Exchange data showe...","Sri Lanka's stocks end higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.51 per cent higher on Thursday pushed by index heavy stocks, Colombo Stock Exchange data showe...",negative,-0.995666862
"Sri Lanka exporters testing staff for Covid-19, EDB curfew support for non-BoI firms",10/15/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Export Development Board said it has set up hotlines to help non-Board of Investment companies move staff th...,"Sri Lanka exporters testing staff for Covid-19, EDB curfew support for non-BoI firms Sri Lanka's Export Development Board said it has set up hotlines to help non-Board of Investment companies move staff th...",positive,0.982029736
Sri Lanka's COVID-designated hospital capacity down to 168 amid extra admissions,10/15/2020,Health,The 13 main hospitals designated to treat COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka are full at the moment with only 168 available ...,Sri Lanka's COVID-designated hospital capacity down to 168 amid extra admissions The 13 main hospitals designated to treat COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka are full at the moment with only 168 available ...,negative,-0.990318656
Bathiudeen files petition to prevent his arrest,10/15/2020,Courts,Lawyers for former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen have filed a writ petition before the Court of Appeal to prevent his arres...,Bathiudeen files petition to prevent his arrest Lawyers for former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen have filed a writ petition before the Court of Appeal to prevent his arres...,negative,-0.990996242
"132 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 5,170",10/15/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 132 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (15), the...","132 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 5,170 Sri Lankan health officials identified 132 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (15), the...",negative,-0.842348874
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields slightly down",10/15/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 185.10/20 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields eased marginally in the ov...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields slightly down Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 185.10/20 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields eased marginally in the ov...",negative,-0.99696058
"Sri Lanka suspends coconut auctions, amid rising retail prices",10/15/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka has suspended weekly auctions conducted by the state Coconut Development Authority amid rising domestic retail...,"Sri Lanka suspends coconut auctions, amid rising retail prices Sri Lanka has suspended weekly auctions conducted by the state Coconut Development Authority amid rising domestic retail...",negative,-0.998229444
Sri Lanka's Katunayake Coronavirus curfew to contain Covid-19 infections from factories,10/15/2020,Business,Sri Lanka has imposed a Coronavirus curfew in Katunayake police area to reduce the chances of Covid-19 spreading from fa...,Sri Lanka's Katunayake Coronavirus curfew to contain Covid-19 infections from factories Sri Lanka has imposed a Coronavirus curfew in Katunayake police area to reduce the chances of Covid-19 spreading from fa...,negative,-0.998438418
"Sri Lanka slashes onion, lentil, tinned fish, and sugar import tax to 25 cents a kilo",10/14/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has slashed an import tax on lentils, tinned fish and sugar to 25 cents from an earlier 50 to 100 rupees a kil...","Sri Lanka slashes onion, lentil, tinned fish, and sugar import tax to 25 cents a kilo Sri Lanka has slashed an import tax on lentils, tinned fish and sugar to 25 cents from an earlier 50 to 100 rupees a kil...",negative,-0.994643927
Curfew in Katunayake police division tomorrow following COVID detection,10/14/2020,Health,Sri Lanka will imposing quarantine curfew in the Katunayake police division from 0500hrs Thursday (15) after COVID-19 in...,Curfew in Katunayake police division tomorrow following COVID detection Sri Lanka will imposing quarantine curfew in the Katunayake police division from 0500hrs Thursday (15) after COVID-19 in...,negative,-0.938441753
“Minuwangoda cluster being managed well” – Health Department,10/14/2020,Health,"The spokesman for the Department of Health Services, Dr Jayaruwan Bandara is saying that the Minuwangoda cluster which h...","“Minuwangoda cluster being managed well” – Health Department The spokesman for the Department of Health Services, Dr Jayaruwan Bandara is saying that the Minuwangoda cluster which h...",positive,0.867205918
All factories instructed to follow strict health guidelines as Sri Lanka attempts to contain COVID-1...,10/14/2020,Health,Health Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi has advised all factories in Sri Lanka to follow strict health guidelines issued ...,All factories instructed to follow strict health guidelines as Sri Lanka attempts to contain COVID-1... Health Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi has advised all factories in Sri Lanka to follow strict health guidelines issued ...,negative,-0.976851285
"Sri Lanka rupee closed weak, gilt yields down",10/14/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 184.75/90 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields eased, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closed weak, gilt yields down Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 184.75/90 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields eased, dealers said.",negative,-0.998039424
"Police still looking for MP Bathiudeen, arrest accountant and bodyguard",10/14/2020,Crime,Police looking to arrest former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen in connection with the alleged misuse of government funds to ...,"Police still looking for MP Bathiudeen, arrest accountant and bodyguard Police looking to arrest former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen in connection with the alleged misuse of government funds to ...",negative,-0.989329755
Sri Lanka stocks end 1.50-pct higher,10/14/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.50 per cent on Wednesday pushed by fundamental counters, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks end 1.50-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.50 per cent on Wednesday pushed by fundamental counters, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed.",negative,-0.984392762
Covid second wave must be blamed on government not Apparel-Maker – Opposition MP,10/14/2020,Apparel,The Opposition is saying the government is trying to blame Brandix for the second wave of Covid 19 infections while the ...,Covid second wave must be blamed on government not Apparel-Maker – Opposition MP The Opposition is saying the government is trying to blame Brandix for the second wave of Covid 19 infections while the ...,negative,-0.997901559
"Sri Lanka has to be vigilant about inflation, asset bubbles as credit picks up: IPS",10/14/2020,Economy,"While money has been printed as an emergency measures amid a Coronavirus crisis, Sri Lanka has to be careful about infla...","Sri Lanka has to be vigilant about inflation, asset bubbles as credit picks up: IPS While money has been printed as an emergency measures amid a Coronavirus crisis, Sri Lanka has to be careful about infla...",negative,-0.989138782
"194 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 5,038",10/14/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 194 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (14), the...","194 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 5,038 Sri Lankan health officials identified 194 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (14), the...",negative,-0.923864484
Free trade zone employees to undergo PCR tests as coworkers test positive for COVID-19,10/14/2020,Health,Employees of several garment factories in Sri Lanka’s free trade zone (FTZ) will undergo PCR tests today after over 50...,Free trade zone employees to undergo PCR tests as coworkers test positive for COVID-19 Employees of several garment factories in Sri Lanka’s free trade zone (FTZ) will undergo PCR tests today after over 50...,negative,-0.992358983
Sri Lanka not prioritising China; economic considerations will figure in investment decisions,10/14/2020,International Relations,"Sri Lanka remains non-aligned in her foreign policy and has not given priority to China, but any decisions regarding bil...","Sri Lanka not prioritising China; economic considerations will figure in investment decisions Sri Lanka remains non-aligned in her foreign policy and has not given priority to China, but any decisions regarding bil...",negative,-0.921225965
Sri Lanka named best country in the world to visit after Italy: CN Traveller,10/14/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka has been named the best country in the world to visit this year, after Italy by readers of Conde Nast Travelle...","Sri Lanka named best country in the world to visit after Italy: CN Traveller Sri Lanka has been named the best country in the world to visit this year, after Italy by readers of Conde Nast Travelle...",positive,0.999555171
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields steady",10/14/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 184.45/60 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields steady, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 184.45/60 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields steady, dealers said.",negative,-0.992514193
Dialog Sri Lanka and Axiata labs wins global award for digital transformation,10/14/2020,Health,"Dialog Axiata of Sri Lanka and Axiata Digital Labs, a technology unit of Malaysia-based group said it won a global award...","Dialog Sri Lanka and Axiata labs wins global award for digital transformation Dialog Axiata of Sri Lanka and Axiata Digital Labs, a technology unit of Malaysia-based group said it won a global award...",positive,0.999435484
Sri Lanka factory attendance drops as Covid-19 found in more firms,10/14/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's export firms are seeing attendance drop to the current Coronavirus wave which raising concerns over producti...,Sri Lanka factory attendance drops as Covid-19 found in more firms Sri Lanka's export firms are seeing attendance drop to the current Coronavirus wave which raising concerns over producti...,negative,-0.999420166
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus total tops 5,000, among lowest Covid-19 mortality in the world",10/14/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's Coronavirus infections topped 5,035 with 194 new infections found on October 13 in a new cluster, and the co...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus total tops 5,000, among lowest Covid-19 mortality in the world Sri Lanka's Coronavirus infections topped 5,035 with 194 new infections found on October 13 in a new cluster, and the co...",negative,-0.995404243
National Christian Council is “deeply concerned” about the 20A,10/14/2020,Constitutional Amendments,The National Christian Council of Sri Lanka (NCCSL) is expressing deep concern about the manner in which the 20th Amendm...,National Christian Council is “deeply concerned” about the 20A The National Christian Council of Sri Lanka (NCCSL) is expressing deep concern about the manner in which the 20th Amendm...,positive,0.994737327
Catholic Church opposes 20A calls for new constitution to be drafted,10/14/2020,Constitutional Amendments,Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic Church is joining the chorus of opposition to the proposed 20th Amendment to the Constituti...,Catholic Church opposes 20A calls for new constitution to be drafted Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic Church is joining the chorus of opposition to the proposed 20th Amendment to the Constituti...,positive,0.614866197
"Sri Lanka says protectionist taxes on canned fish, sugar cut",10/14/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is cutting protectionist taxes on canned fish, sugar and large (Bombay) onions and dhall (lentils) the Preside...","Sri Lanka says protectionist taxes on canned fish, sugar cut Sri Lanka is cutting protectionist taxes on canned fish, sugar and large (Bombay) onions and dhall (lentils) the Preside...",negative,-0.984880567
"Prices of canned fish, Onions and sugar reduced – President’s Office",10/13/2020,Consumer Affairs,"Import duties on a number of essential items have been removed to ease the prices of goods such as canned fish, sugar an...","Prices of canned fish, Onions and sugar reduced – President’s Office Import duties on a number of essential items have been removed to ease the prices of goods such as canned fish, sugar an...",negative,-0.996886909
Gazetted COVID-19 regulations will be announced soon: Sri Lanka police,10/13/2020,Health,Gazetted hygiene and physical distancing guidelines issued by the Ministry of Health to contain the spread of COVID-19 w...,Gazetted COVID-19 regulations will be announced soon: Sri Lanka police Gazetted hygiene and physical distancing guidelines issued by the Ministry of Health to contain the spread of COVID-19 w...,negative,-0.993133008
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields marginally down",10/13/2020,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 184.30/40 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields came off marginally, dealers s...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields marginally down  Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 184.30/40 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields came off marginally, dealers s...",negative,-0.998768389
Sri Lanka stocks ends lower after a week,10/13/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.65 per lower on Tuesday after almost a weeks gain, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks ends lower after a week Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.65 per lower on Tuesday after almost a weeks gain, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed.",negative,-0.999076486
"Sri Lanka to invite investors to build multi-storey PPP car parks in Colombo, key towns",10/13/2020,Business,Sri Lanka will call invite private investors to build multi-storey car parks as public private partnerships with the Urb...,"Sri Lanka to invite investors to build multi-storey PPP car parks in Colombo, key towns Sri Lanka will call invite private investors to build multi-storey car parks as public private partnerships with the Urb...",positive,0.987139046
Six Brandix head office staffers test positive for COVID-19,10/13/2020,Health,"Six staff members at the Brandix head office in Colombo 03 tested positive for the novel coronavirus on Monday (12), the...","Six Brandix head office staffers test positive for COVID-19 Six staff members at the Brandix head office in Colombo 03 tested positive for the novel coronavirus on Monday (12), the...",negative,-0.983137608
"Sri Lanka state company to own, finance expressways",10/13/2020,Construction and Real Estate,Sri Lanka will set up a state-run company to own and self-finance expressways  which may require financing of around 0.5...,"Sri Lanka state company to own, finance expressways Sri Lanka will set up a state-run company to own and self-finance expressways  which may require financing of around 0.5...",negative,-0.994052112
"Sri Lanka exports up 5.6-pct to one billion dollars in September 2020, UK up 38-pct",10/13/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's exports have grown 5.6 percent from a year earlier to 1.001.27 million dollars in September 2020, with expor...","Sri Lanka exports up 5.6-pct to one billion dollars in September 2020, UK up 38-pct Sri Lanka's exports have grown 5.6 percent from a year earlier to 1.001.27 million dollars in September 2020, with expor...",positive,0.991014302
"92 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 4,844",10/13/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 92 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (13), the ...","92 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 4,844 Sri Lankan health officials identified 92 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (13), the ...",negative,-0.868972063
Opinion: Political pressure to revise 20th amendment remains alive,10/13/2020,Constitutional Amendments,With some government Parliamentarians finding the courage to oppose the 20th Amendment to the Constitution alongside opp...,Opinion: Political pressure to revise 20th amendment remains alive With some government Parliamentarians finding the courage to oppose the 20th Amendment to the Constitution alongside opp...,positive,0.982713997
Top-level probe to find the source of infection in the Minuwangoda Covid cluster - Pathirana,10/13/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Cabinet has ordered a top-level probe into the outbreak of Covid 19 at an Apparel manufacturing plant that...,Top-level probe to find the source of infection in the Minuwangoda Covid cluster - Pathirana Sri Lanka’s Cabinet has ordered a top-level probe into the outbreak of Covid 19 at an Apparel manufacturing plant that...,negative,-0.979941189
FMM demands action after two more journalists probing deforestation are assaulted,10/13/2020,Environment,Media activists are condemning physical assaults on reporters who have investigated alleged illegal deforestation after ...,FMM demands action after two more journalists probing deforestation are assaulted Media activists are condemning physical assaults on reporters who have investigated alleged illegal deforestation after ...,negative,-0.994393468
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted sightly weaker, gilt yields down",10/13/2020,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly weak at 184.20/27 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond eased, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee quoted sightly weaker, gilt yields down  Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly weak at 184.20/27 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond eased, dealers said.",negative,-0.996416688
Sri Lanka to activate anti-dumping laws from October 10 amid import controls,10/13/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka will enforce anti-dumping laws from October 10, a state gazette notice said, tightening the grip of businesses...","Sri Lanka to activate anti-dumping laws from October 10 amid import controls Sri Lanka will enforce anti-dumping laws from October 10, a state gazette notice said, tightening the grip of businesses...",negative,-0.95495975
Sri Lanka firms asked to update staff records over Coronavirus crisis as new Covid-19 cluster climbs...,10/13/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's companies should update the employment records of staff with the current addresses and telephone numbers so ...,Sri Lanka firms asked to update staff records over Coronavirus crisis as new Covid-19 cluster climbs... Sri Lanka's companies should update the employment records of staff with the current addresses and telephone numbers so ...,negative,-0.998190224
Sri Lanka's OnThree20 following health rules after Coronavirus case,10/12/2020,Health,A Covid-19 resident had been confirmed at Sri Lanka's OnThree20 apartments who is receiving medical attention and other ...,Sri Lanka's OnThree20 following health rules after Coronavirus case A Covid-19 resident had been confirmed at Sri Lanka's OnThree20 apartments who is receiving medical attention and other ...,negative,-0.986453116
"Current strain of Covid very contagious, take precautions – Health Dept. spokesman",10/12/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Department of Health Services is saying the strain of the Covid virus that is spreading in the country rig...,"Current strain of Covid very contagious, take precautions – Health Dept. spokesman Sri Lanka’s Department of Health Services is saying the strain of the Covid virus that is spreading in the country rig...",negative,-0.997684717
"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, guilt yields down marginally",10/12/2020,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 184.15/25 to the US dollar on Monday while bond came off marginally, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, guilt yields down marginally  Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 184.15/25 to the US dollar on Monday while bond came off marginally, dealers said.",negative,-0.999432981
“20th Amendment will deal a death blow to democracy” – Amarapura and Ramanna Monks,10/12/2020,Constitutional Amendments,A section of Sri Lanka’s powerful Buddhist clergy is opposing a Constitutional Amendment proposed by the government of...,“20th Amendment will deal a death blow to democracy” – Amarapura and Ramanna Monks A section of Sri Lanka’s powerful Buddhist clergy is opposing a Constitutional Amendment proposed by the government of...,negative,-0.971315026
Tracing all Brandix contacts made difficult by quarantine restrictions: Police,10/12/2020,Health,"Quarantine restrictions have made tracing all contacts of the growing Brandix COVID-19 cluster difficult, police spokesm...","Tracing all Brandix contacts made difficult by quarantine restrictions: Police Quarantine restrictions have made tracing all contacts of the growing Brandix COVID-19 cluster difficult, police spokesm...",negative,-0.99857378
Sri Lanka stocks close higher,10/12/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks end 0.73 per cent higher on Monday, pushed by ExpoLanka PLC, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close higher Sri Lanka stocks end 0.73 per cent higher on Monday, pushed by ExpoLanka PLC, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed.",negative,-0.983085752
Sri Lanka Airlines airport cargo unit staffer found with Coronavirus,10/12/2020,Aviation,SriLankan Airlines said a staff working at the cargo operations division at international airport in Katunayake had test...,Sri Lanka Airlines airport cargo unit staffer found with Coronavirus SriLankan Airlines said a staff working at the cargo operations division at international airport in Katunayake had test...,negative,-0.997726381
NDB staffer tests positive for COVID-19; Marine Drive branch closed for sanitation,10/12/2020,Health,The NDB bank’s Marine Drive branch has been temporarily closed for sanitation after a staff member who commutes from M...,NDB staffer tests positive for COVID-19; Marine Drive branch closed for sanitation The NDB bank’s Marine Drive branch has been temporarily closed for sanitation after a staff member who commutes from M...,negative,-0.998611689
Sri Lanka to gazette COVID-19 laws; violators could face six-month prison term,10/12/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is set to gazette into law the hygiene and physical distancing guidelines issued by the Ministry of Health to ...,Sri Lanka to gazette COVID-19 laws; violators could face six-month prison term Sri Lanka is set to gazette into law the hygiene and physical distancing guidelines issued by the Ministry of Health to ...,negative,-0.979316533
"Sri Lanka records 124 new COVID-19 patients in 24 hours; total cases rise to 4,752",10/12/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 124 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (10), the...","Sri Lanka records 124 new COVID-19 patients in 24 hours; total cases rise to 4,752 Sri Lankan health officials identified 124 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (10), the...",negative,-0.778771579
Movement restricted at On320 apartment complex,10/12/2020,Health,Movement has been restricted at the On320 Residencies in Union Place after a COVID-19 patient was found from one of the ...,Movement restricted at On320 apartment complex Movement has been restricted at the On320 Residencies in Union Place after a COVID-19 patient was found from one of the ...,negative,-0.996813476
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat, bond yields down marginally",10/12/2020,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat at 184.12/22 to the US dollar on Monday while bond came off marginally, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat, bond yields down marginally  Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat at 184.12/22 to the US dollar on Monday while bond came off marginally, dealers said.",negative,-0.998599112
"Access Engineering Sri Lanka [SL]A+ rating confirmed, outlook lowered: ICRA",10/12/2020,Bonds & Forex,ICRA Lanka said it was confirming a [SL]A+ rating of Sri Lanka's Access Engineering Plc has been confirmed on it track r...,"Access Engineering Sri Lanka [SL]A+ rating confirmed, outlook lowered: ICRA ICRA Lanka said it was confirming a [SL]A+ rating of Sri Lanka's Access Engineering Plc has been confirmed on it track r...",negative,-0.99181354
"Sri Lanka forex reserves drop to US$6,652mn in September 2020",10/12/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's gross official reserves had dropped to 6,652.8 million US dollars by the end of September 2020, from 7,430 m...","Sri Lanka forex reserves drop to US$6,652mn in September 2020 Sri Lanka's gross official reserves had dropped to 6,652.8 million US dollars by the end of September 2020, from 7,430 m...",negative,-0.994024813
Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases found so far linked to Minuwangoda cluster: Army chief,10/12/2020,Health,"All Coronavirus cases found from in recent days have been linked to the Minuwangoda Covid-19 cluster, with some third le...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases found so far linked to Minuwangoda cluster: Army chief All Coronavirus cases found from in recent days have been linked to the Minuwangoda Covid-19 cluster, with some third le...",negative,-0.964066327
"Sri Lanka's Brandix says followed health protocols, revisiting processes",10/12/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's Brandix apparel group said it followed state health protocols but is also reviewing process to face new cond...,"Sri Lanka's Brandix says followed health protocols, revisiting processes Sri Lanka's Brandix apparel group said it followed state health protocols but is also reviewing process to face new cond...",negative,-0.978605032
"Sri Lanka confirms new Coronavirus cases, two Mannar villages locked down",10/11/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has confirmed 61 new Coronavirus case linked to the Minuwangoda Covid-19 cluster, the state information office...","Sri Lanka confirms new Coronavirus cases, two Mannar villages locked down Sri Lanka has confirmed 61 new Coronavirus case linked to the Minuwangoda Covid-19 cluster, the state information office...",positive,0.6798563
Sri Lanka locks down two villages in Mannar to contain Coronavirus,10/11/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has locked down Periyakadei and Pattithottam villages in the Mannar area in Northwest of the island contain th...,Sri Lanka locks down two villages in Mannar to contain Coronavirus Sri Lanka has locked down Periyakadei and Pattithottam villages in the Mannar area in Northwest of the island contain th...,negative,-0.985114574
China gives Sri Lanka RMB600mn grant after Yang Jeichi visit,10/11/2020,Economy,"China is giving a 600 million yuan grant for health care and water supply in rural areas, following the visit of politbu...","China gives Sri Lanka RMB600mn grant after Yang Jeichi visit China is giving a 600 million yuan grant for health care and water supply in rural areas, following the visit of politbu...",positive,0.626079321
"Sri Lanka ready to expand Covid-19 quarantine, Coronavirus curfews to continue amid exams: Army Chie...",10/11/2020,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka is ready to expand quarantine facilities as more contacts are traced and curfews in Gampaha will continue as n...,"Sri Lanka ready to expand Covid-19 quarantine, Coronavirus curfews to continue amid exams: Army Chie... Sri Lanka is ready to expand quarantine facilities as more contacts are traced and curfews in Gampaha will continue as n...",positive,0.625210106
Sri Lanka's John Keells launches luxury houses at Troon-run golf resort,10/11/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's John Keells Properties said it will build townhouses and luxury villas at Victoria Golf and Country Resort, ...","Sri Lanka's John Keells launches luxury houses at Troon-run golf resort Sri Lanka's John Keells Properties said it will build townhouses and luxury villas at Victoria Golf and Country Resort, ...",positive,0.998148203
Sri Lanka slows repatriation flights at airport as Covid-19 quarantine needs go up,10/11/2020,Aviation,Sri Lanka has slowed repatriation flights as a domestic cluster expands taking up quarantine capacity and SriLankan Airl...,Sri Lanka slows repatriation flights at airport as Covid-19 quarantine needs go up Sri Lanka has slowed repatriation flights as a domestic cluster expands taking up quarantine capacity and SriLankan Airl...,negative,-0.998835266
"Sri Lanka closes hospital wards over Coronavirus, 103 new Covid-19 cases, more in factories",10/10/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has closed three hospital wards and a threatre at the National Hospital in the capital Colombo an official sai...,"Sri Lanka closes hospital wards over Coronavirus, 103 new Covid-19 cases, more in factories Sri Lanka has closed three hospital wards and a threatre at the National Hospital in the capital Colombo an official sai...",negative,-0.986794055
"“Leaked” Supreme Court determination on 20A “disappointing,” say lawyers",10/10/2020,Constitutional Amendments,In an unprecedented event a document purporting to be the determination of the Supreme Court on the proposed 20th Amendm...,"“Leaked” Supreme Court determination on 20A “disappointing,” say lawyers In an unprecedented event a document purporting to be the determination of the Supreme Court on the proposed 20th Amendm...",negative,-0.999263346
Anyone who met Brandix staffers after Sept 23 asked to get a PCR test,10/10/2020,Health,The Covid 19 Prevention Task Force is asking anyone who met a staff member from the Brandix factory in Minuwangoda after...,Anyone who met Brandix staffers after Sept 23 asked to get a PCR test The Covid 19 Prevention Task Force is asking anyone who met a staff member from the Brandix factory in Minuwangoda after...,negative,-0.998695552
World Food program awarded Nobel Peace prize,10/10/2020,South Asia,The World Food Program which was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize says it is a recognition of the work done by its staff in...,World Food program awarded Nobel Peace prize The World Food Program which was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize says it is a recognition of the work done by its staff in...,positive,0.999277771
"South Asia’s Garment export sector needs regional outlook, new markets",10/10/2020,Apparel,"COVID -19 or not, South Asia’s readymade garment sector needs to strengthen its regional ties and explore new markets ...","South Asia’s Garment export sector needs regional outlook, new markets COVID -19 or not, South Asia’s readymade garment sector needs to strengthen its regional ties and explore new markets ...",negative,-0.957537651
"Sri Lanka records 35 new COVID-19 patients in 24 hours; total cases rise to 4,523",10/10/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 35 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 11am today (10), the...","Sri Lanka records 35 new COVID-19 patients in 24 hours; total cases rise to 4,523 Sri Lankan health officials identified 35 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 11am today (10), the...",negative,-0.772138536
Government MPs want Riyaj Bathiudeen re-arrested over Easter Bombings,10/10/2020,Constitutional Amendments,More than two-thirds of the country’s governing party Parliamentary Group has signed a letter addressed to the Preside...,Government MPs want Riyaj Bathiudeen re-arrested over Easter Bombings More than two-thirds of the country’s governing party Parliamentary Group has signed a letter addressed to the Preside...,negative,-0.981265008
"Sri Lanka exports down 8-pct, imports down 18-pt in August 2020",10/10/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's exports were down 8.3 percent in August 2020 to 947 million dollars and imports fell 18.1 percent 1,298 mill...","Sri Lanka exports down 8-pct, imports down 18-pt in August 2020 Sri Lanka's exports were down 8.3 percent in August 2020 to 947 million dollars and imports fell 18.1 percent 1,298 mill...",negative,-0.999555767
"Sri Lanka President asks China to reduce trade deficit, invest in tech university",10/9/2020,Political News, Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has asked China to purchase more goods to reduce a large trade deficit and als...,"Sri Lanka President asks China to reduce trade deficit, invest in tech university  Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has asked China to purchase more goods to reduce a large trade deficit and als...",negative,-0.97500366
Tens of thousands in the Katunayake FTZ can catch Covid – Workers' Bodies,10/9/2020,Apparel,"A Collective of Workers Organisations representing Garment Factory staff is warning that around 50,000 employees in fact...","Tens of thousands in the Katunayake FTZ can catch Covid – Workers' Bodies A Collective of Workers Organisations representing Garment Factory staff is warning that around 50,000 employees in fact...",negative,-0.9951213
Sri Lanka COVID-19 hospital capacity down to 419,10/9/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's hospitals designated to treat COVID-19 patients are close to full with only 419 available capacity out of 1,...","Sri Lanka COVID-19 hospital capacity down to 419 Sri Lanka's hospitals designated to treat COVID-19 patients are close to full with only 419 available capacity out of 1,...",negative,-0.998707056
"Sri Lanka rupee steady, gilt yields end lower",10/9/2020,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 184.15/30 to the US dollar on Friday while bond eased, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee steady, gilt yields end lower  Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 184.15/30 to the US dollar on Friday while bond eased, dealers said.",negative,-0.73770088
"Sri Lanka and China expect more trade, investments after PM, Yang Jiechi meet",10/9/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka is expecting more Chinese firms to invest in export sectors Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa had said at a mee...,"Sri Lanka and China expect more trade, investments after PM, Yang Jiechi meet Sri Lanka is expecting more Chinese firms to invest in export sectors Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa had said at a mee...",negative,-0.988203228
Bishop of Mannar directed to self-quarantine,10/9/2020,Health,The Bishop of Mannar was directed to self-quarantine today (09) upon discovering that a confirmed COVID-19 carrier from ...,Bishop of Mannar directed to self-quarantine The Bishop of Mannar was directed to self-quarantine today (09) upon discovering that a confirmed COVID-19 carrier from ...,negative,-0.995016754
Sri Lanka stocks extend gains amid optimism on containing Covid-19 cluster,10/9/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange rose 1.3 percent as a authorities stepped up efforts to contain a Coronavirus cluster...,Sri Lanka stocks extend gains amid optimism on containing Covid-19 cluster Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange rose 1.3 percent as a authorities stepped up efforts to contain a Coronavirus cluster...,positive,0.815402567
Sri Lanka targets Covid-19 support as 67-pct of tourism job losses fall on women,10/9/2020,Business,"United National Development Program, Sri Lanka Tourism and Citi group has started a livelihood support scheme as initial...","Sri Lanka targets Covid-19 support as 67-pct of tourism job losses fall on women United National Development Program, Sri Lanka Tourism and Citi group has started a livelihood support scheme as initial...",negative,-0.99510175
Covid second wave because Govt said it was over - Opposition,10/9/2020,Health,The Parliamentary Opposition is charging that the general public let down their guard against the Covid 19 pandemic beca...,Covid second wave because Govt said it was over - Opposition The Parliamentary Opposition is charging that the general public let down their guard against the Covid 19 pandemic beca...,negative,-0.996986568
Chamal Rajapaksa shoots down Bandula’s idea to export Cannabis,10/9/2020,Narcotics,Minister Chamal Rajapaksa is saying that he will not allow local cultivation of cannabis and manufacture of cannabis-rel...,Chamal Rajapaksa shoots down Bandula’s idea to export Cannabis Minister Chamal Rajapaksa is saying that he will not allow local cultivation of cannabis and manufacture of cannabis-rel...,negative,-0.999068916
Second Sri Lanka factory under coronavirus cloud - Updated,10/9/2020,Business,A factory in the Katunayake Export Processing Zone is being sanitized and associates of a suspected coronavirus patient ...,Second Sri Lanka factory under coronavirus cloud - Updated A factory in the Katunayake Export Processing Zone is being sanitized and associates of a suspected coronavirus patient ...,negative,-0.998460174
"Sri Lanka confirms 29 new COVID-19 patients in 24 hours; total cases rise to 4,488",10/9/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 29 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 11am today (09), the...","Sri Lanka confirms 29 new COVID-19 patients in 24 hours; total cases rise to 4,488 Sri Lankan health officials identified 29 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 11am today (09), the...",positive,0.689978838
"Sri Lanka rupee opens flat, bond yields ease",10/9/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 184.10/30 to the US dollar on Friday while bond came down, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens flat, bond yields ease Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 184.10/30 to the US dollar on Friday while bond came down, dealers said.",negative,-0.997713804
Top China delegation to meet President and PM,10/9/2020,Economy,A delegation from China led by ex-Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi who is a member of the politburo of the Community Party i...,Top China delegation to meet President and PM A delegation from China led by ex-Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi who is a member of the politburo of the Community Party i...,positive,0.998104572
"Sri Lanka expects LTL, another 300MW power plant in 3 years: Minister",10/9/2020,Energy,"Sri Lanka's LTL Holdings is expected to build a 300 MegaWatt liquefied natural gas cable power plant within three years,...","Sri Lanka expects LTL, another 300MW power plant in 3 years: Minister Sri Lanka's LTL Holdings is expected to build a 300 MegaWatt liquefied natural gas cable power plant within three years,...",negative,-0.981600881
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields marginally down",10/8/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 184.10/25 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields marginally eased, dealers said...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields marginally down Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 184.10/25 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields marginally eased, dealers said...",negative,-0.99073422
Dozens detained for breaking quarantine curfews - Police,10/8/2020,Health,Police have arrested 80 people for violating quarantine curfew as at 6 am this morning since the curfew was implemented ...,Dozens detained for breaking quarantine curfews - Police Police have arrested 80 people for violating quarantine curfew as at 6 am this morning since the curfew was implemented ...,negative,-0.972542703
"Sri Lanka's BOI firms asked to test 5-pct of workforce a week, legislator questions costs",10/8/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Board of Investment has asked export firms to conduct PCR tests on 5 percent of the workforce from four priv...,"Sri Lanka's BOI firms asked to test 5-pct of workforce a week, legislator questions costs Sri Lanka's Board of Investment has asked export firms to conduct PCR tests on 5 percent of the workforce from four priv...",negative,-0.984692335
The furore over the removal of MRI chief continues,10/8/2020,Health,Both pro-government and opposition spokesmen are questioning the removal of the Director of the Medical Research Institu...,The furore over the removal of MRI chief continues Both pro-government and opposition spokesmen are questioning the removal of the Director of the Medical Research Institu...,negative,-0.980979264
Sri Lanka police station snared in Covid cluster,10/8/2020,Health,"A police station in Minuwangoda, a town at the centre of a Coronavirus cluster had been caught up in an expanding Covid-...","Sri Lanka police station snared in Covid cluster A police station in Minuwangoda, a town at the centre of a Coronavirus cluster had been caught up in an expanding Covid-...",negative,-0.970757306
"50,000 FTZ workers at risk of COVID-19 exposure in Sri Laka: activist",10/8/2020,Health,"Over 50,000 of Sri Lanka’s free trade zone (FTZ) workers are at risk of exposure to COVID-19 as a result of the unexpe...","50,000 FTZ workers at risk of COVID-19 exposure in Sri Laka: activist Over 50,000 of Sri Lanka’s free trade zone (FTZ) workers are at risk of exposure to COVID-19 as a result of the unexpe...",negative,-0.988896906
Sri Lanka stocks recoup losses,10/8/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks rose for the second-day straight closing 3.09 per cent higher on Thursday, Colombo Stock Exchange data ...","Sri Lanka stocks recoup losses Sri Lanka stocks rose for the second-day straight closing 3.09 per cent higher on Thursday, Colombo Stock Exchange data ...",negative,-0.985963523
Parliament says no staffer is Covid positive,10/8/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Parliament is saying that reports on social media that a family member of a Parliament employee has contra...,Parliament says no staffer is Covid positive Sri Lanka’s Parliament is saying that reports on social media that a family member of a Parliament employee has contra...,negative,-0.996862054
Sri Lanka airport clarifies Brandix special charter flight passengers origin,10/8/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's Airport & Aviation Services claimed today that a chartered flight organised by Brandix carried 48 workers of...,Sri Lanka airport clarifies Brandix special charter flight passengers origin Sri Lanka's Airport & Aviation Services claimed today that a chartered flight organised by Brandix carried 48 workers of...,negative,-0.925008297
"208 new COVID-19 patients over past 24 hours in Sri Lanka; total cases at 4,459",10/8/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health authorities identified 208 new COVID-19 patients as at 11.00am today (08), the National Operations Cen...","208 new COVID-19 patients over past 24 hours in Sri Lanka; total cases at 4,459 Sri Lankan health authorities identified 208 new COVID-19 patients as at 11.00am today (08), the National Operations Cen...",negative,-0.967328727
"Sri Lanka GDP to shrink 6.7-pct in 2020, Maldives 19.5-pct: World Bank",10/8/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's gross domestic product is forecasted to shrink 6.7 percent in 2020, Maldives by 19.5 percent and India 9.6 p...","Sri Lanka GDP to shrink 6.7-pct in 2020, Maldives 19.5-pct: World Bank Sri Lanka's gross domestic product is forecasted to shrink 6.7 percent in 2020, Maldives by 19.5 percent and India 9.6 p...",negative,-0.997652352
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields unchanged",10/8/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer at 184.15/20 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields remained unchanged, dealers sa...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer at 184.15/20 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields remained unchanged, dealers sa...",negative,-0.981343329
"Sri Lanka expands Coronavirus hospitals, traces contacts in factory Covid-19 cluster",10/8/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has expanded Covid-19 treatment capacity adding the Neville Fernando hospital in Colombo and others to battle ...,"Sri Lanka expands Coronavirus hospitals, traces contacts in factory Covid-19 cluster Sri Lanka has expanded Covid-19 treatment capacity adding the Neville Fernando hospital in Colombo and others to battle ...",positive,0.990911305
Brandix denies Indians had access to Minuwangoda facility,10/7/2020,Health,Sri Lankan apparel manufacturer Brandix has denied allegations that the company had provided an Indian party access to i...,Brandix denies Indians had access to Minuwangoda facility Sri Lankan apparel manufacturer Brandix has denied allegations that the company had provided an Indian party access to i...,negative,-0.951102734
"Total from Minuwangoda Covid cluster goes up to 1,028 including a possible death",10/7/2020,Health,"Doctors in the Gampaha area are investigating whether a 64-year old woman from Yakkala, who died minutes after she was a...","Total from Minuwangoda Covid cluster goes up to 1,028 including a possible death Doctors in the Gampaha area are investigating whether a 64-year old woman from Yakkala, who died minutes after she was a...",negative,-0.98982656
Sajith: How come there is a Covid surge because government said it beat the virus,10/7/2020,Health,Sajith Premadasa is asking how is there a big surge in Covid 19 patients today after the government during the Parliamen...,Sajith: How come there is a Covid surge because government said it beat the virus Sajith Premadasa is asking how is there a big surge in Covid 19 patients today after the government during the Parliamen...,negative,-0.995310247
BREAKING – 64-year-old woman dies in quarantine centre with Covid-like symptoms,10/7/2020,Health, A 64-year old woman from Yakkala has died around ten minutes after she was admitted to the Galkanda Quarantine Centre w...,BREAKING – 64-year-old woman dies in quarantine centre with Covid-like symptoms  A 64-year old woman from Yakkala has died around ten minutes after she was admitted to the Galkanda Quarantine Centre w...,negative,-0.997193933
Runaway Covid patient comes back to hospital,10/7/2020,Health,"The COVID-19 infected patient who ran away from the Ragama hospital this morning (07), has been re-admitted the National...","Runaway Covid patient comes back to hospital The COVID-19 infected patient who ran away from the Ragama hospital this morning (07), has been re-admitted the National...",negative,-0.97282052
AL and Grade 5 Scholarship examinations will be held as scheduled - Minister,10/7/2020,Education,The GCE Advanced Level exams and Grade 5 Scholarship exams will be held as planned despite the Covid scare the Education...,AL and Grade 5 Scholarship examinations will be held as scheduled - Minister The GCE Advanced Level exams and Grade 5 Scholarship exams will be held as planned despite the Covid scare the Education...,negative,-0.963259518
Government to crackdown on pro-Cannabis lobby – Prime Minister,10/7/2020,Consumer Affairs,The government is taking a tough stance against those promoting the legalization of Marijuana with Prime Minister Mahind...,Government to crackdown on pro-Cannabis lobby – Prime Minister The government is taking a tough stance against those promoting the legalization of Marijuana with Prime Minister Mahind...,negative,-0.902850628
Sri Lanka stocks ends higher,10/7/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.41 per cent on Wednesday recovering from the market plunged on Monday with the resurgence of a...,Sri Lanka stocks ends higher Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.41 per cent on Wednesday recovering from the market plunged on Monday with the resurgence of a...,positive,0.847986817
"Brandix cluster passes 1,000 confirmed cases in Sri Lanka's biggest COVID-19 outbreak yet",10/7/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka is battling a resurgence of the COVID-19 pandemic, with a fresh cluster that emerged over the weekend around a...","Brandix cluster passes 1,000 confirmed cases in Sri Lanka's biggest COVID-19 outbreak yet Sri Lanka is battling a resurgence of the COVID-19 pandemic, with a fresh cluster that emerged over the weekend around a...",positive,0.993897498
"Police curfew imposed in Seeduwa, Gampaha",10/7/2020,Health,"Police curfew has been imposed in the Seeduwa police area in the Gampaha district, Army Commander Lt Gen Shavendra Silva...","Police curfew imposed in Seeduwa, Gampaha Police curfew has been imposed in the Seeduwa police area in the Gampaha district, Army Commander Lt Gen Shavendra Silva...",negative,-0.970519781
PCR tests being conducted at Brandix head office in Colombo,10/7/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka is conducting PCR tests at the Brandix head quarters in Colombo 03, the National Operations Centre for the Pre...","PCR tests being conducted at Brandix head office in Colombo Sri Lanka is conducting PCR tests at the Brandix head quarters in Colombo 03, the National Operations Centre for the Pre...",negative,-0.985103309
COVID-19 patient missing from Ragama hospital,10/7/2020,Health,"A COVID-19 infected patient has gone missing from the Ragama Hospital on Wednesday (07) morning, the National Operations...","COVID-19 patient missing from Ragama hospital A COVID-19 infected patient has gone missing from the Ragama Hospital on Wednesday (07) morning, the National Operations...",negative,-0.999245644
Sri Lanka sovereign bond yields rise after constitutional amendment release,10/7/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's sovereign bond interest rates which started to rise the day after a new constitutional amendment was gazette...,Sri Lanka sovereign bond yields rise after constitutional amendment release Sri Lanka's sovereign bond interest rates which started to rise the day after a new constitutional amendment was gazette...,positive,0.990665436
"739 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka by 6am; total cases rise to 4,252",10/7/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka recorded 739 new COVID-19 cases as at 06.00am today (07), the National Operations Centre for the Prevention of...","739 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka by 6am; total cases rise to 4,252 Sri Lanka recorded 739 new COVID-19 cases as at 06.00am today (07), the National Operations Centre for the Prevention of...",negative,-0.707467437
Sri Lanka to claim damages for waste containers shipped from the UK - Government,10/7/2020,Environment,Sri Lanka is making a claim of LKR 1.6bn from those responsible for shipping 263 containers of waste from the United Kin...,Sri Lanka to claim damages for waste containers shipped from the UK - Government Sri Lanka is making a claim of LKR 1.6bn from those responsible for shipping 263 containers of waste from the United Kin...,negative,-0.998104215
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields down",10/7/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer at 184.40/50 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields eased marginally, dealers sai...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields down Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer at 184.40/50 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields eased marginally, dealers sai...",negative,-0.991375983
Use Government Ambulances to come to treatment centres Pavithra tells Covid patients,10/7/2020,Health,The Health Minister is appealing to people in the Gampaha and adjacent areas to avail themselves of the Department’s A...,Use Government Ambulances to come to treatment centres Pavithra tells Covid patients The Health Minister is appealing to people in the Gampaha and adjacent areas to avail themselves of the Department’s A...,positive,0.989846289
Sri Lanka raises workmen's compensation to Rs2.0mn,10/7/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka will almost double the compensation limit paid to workers in the case of death or permanent disability to 2.0 ...,Sri Lanka raises workmen's compensation to Rs2.0mn Sri Lanka will almost double the compensation limit paid to workers in the case of death or permanent disability to 2.0 ...,negative,-0.970272601
"Sri Lanka imposes curfew in, Seeduwa, Ja-Ela, Kandana to contain Covid-19 spread",10/7/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has imposed curfew in Seeduwa, Ja-Ela and Kandana police divisions until further notice the state information ...","Sri Lanka imposes curfew in, Seeduwa, Ja-Ela, Kandana to contain Covid-19 spread Sri Lanka has imposed curfew in Seeduwa, Ja-Ela and Kandana police divisions until further notice the state information ...",negative,-0.970002949
Sri Lanka offers to convert Coronavirus high yield forex accounts to standard rates,10/7/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka will be given an opportunity for special deposit (SDA) forex accounts introduced in April 2020 amid Coronaviru...,Sri Lanka offers to convert Coronavirus high yield forex accounts to standard rates Sri Lanka will be given an opportunity for special deposit (SDA) forex accounts introduced in April 2020 amid Coronaviru...,negative,-0.977367342
Brandix Covid cluster reaches 707 patients as police clarify curfew areas - officials,10/6/2020,Health,"Police headquarters has issued a clarification saying that Quarantine Curfews have been declared in the Gampaha, Divulap...","Brandix Covid cluster reaches 707 patients as police clarify curfew areas - officials Police headquarters has issued a clarification saying that Quarantine Curfews have been declared in the Gampaha, Divulap...",negative,-0.992637157
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields stable",10/6/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 184.55/70 to the US dollar on and bond yields were stable, dealers said as the new Coro...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields stable Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 184.55/70 to the US dollar on and bond yields were stable, dealers said as the new Coro...",positive,0.986653388
Sri Lanka imposes ban on all public gatherings amid COVID-19 resurgence,10/6/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Health has banned all public gatherings in the island until further notice in light of rising ...,Sri Lanka imposes ban on all public gatherings amid COVID-19 resurgence Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Health has banned all public gatherings in the island until further notice in light of rising ...,negative,-0.985727608
"Curfew in only Gampaha police area, previous announcement reversed: police",10/6/2020,Health,Quarantine curfew will be imposed in 12 more police areas in the Gampaha district from 6pm today amid rising COVID-19 ca...,"Curfew in only Gampaha police area, previous announcement reversed: police Quarantine curfew will be imposed in 12 more police areas in the Gampaha district from 6pm today amid rising COVID-19 ca...",negative,-0.983134866
Sri Lanka cabinet approves budget bill for 2021,10/6/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved an Appropriation Bill covering the budget for the 2021 fiscal year, the st...","Sri Lanka cabinet approves budget bill for 2021 Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved an Appropriation Bill covering the budget for the 2021 fiscal year, the st...",positive,0.9273808
Sri Lanka stocks extend fall over Coronavirus fears,10/6/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks end 1.39 per cent on Tuesday as the Brandix cluster continues to grow, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks extend fall over Coronavirus fears Sri Lanka stocks end 1.39 per cent on Tuesday as the Brandix cluster continues to grow, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.983217359
Minuwangoda Brandix cluster families requested to remain indoors,10/6/2020,Health,"The government has requested all Minuwangoda Brandix factory employees and their family members to stay indoors, whereve...","Minuwangoda Brandix cluster families requested to remain indoors The government has requested all Minuwangoda Brandix factory employees and their family members to stay indoors, whereve...",negative,-0.988783658
Government not satisfied with prosecutions of child abusers – Prof GL,10/6/2020,Crime,Only a little over nine per cent of victims of child abuse handled by the government agencies are continuing their educa...,Government not satisfied with prosecutions of child abusers – Prof GL Only a little over nine per cent of victims of child abuse handled by the government agencies are continuing their educa...,negative,-0.997451842
"With 246 new cases, Brandix cluster now at 567: officials",10/6/2020,Health,"The number of COVID-19 positive cases detected at the Brandix plant at Minuwangoda has risen to 739, with 418 new patien...","With 246 new cases, Brandix cluster now at 567: officials The number of COVID-19 positive cases detected at the Brandix plant at Minuwangoda has risen to 739, with 418 new patien...",negative,-0.928075492
"231 new COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka from midnight last night; total now at 3,733",10/6/2020,Health,"Health authorities identified 231 COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka between midnight last night and 11.00am today (06), the Na...","231 new COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka from midnight last night; total now at 3,733 Health authorities identified 231 COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka between midnight last night and 11.00am today (06), the Na...",negative,-0.943831563
Sri Lanka and India banks among worst hit in Asia amid Coronavirus: Moody's,10/6/2020,Banking,"Capitalization, bad loans and profits of banks in Sri Lanka and India will be among hardest hit in the Asia Pacific regi...","Sri Lanka and India banks among worst hit in Asia amid Coronavirus: Moody's Capitalization, bad loans and profits of banks in Sri Lanka and India will be among hardest hit in the Asia Pacific regi...",negative,-0.999450386
Lockdown could prove oppressive to the people: Sri Lanka army chief,10/6/2020,Health,"A nationwide lockdown could prove oppressive to a majority of the public, Sri Lanka’s army chief and head of the COVID...","Lockdown could prove oppressive to the people: Sri Lanka army chief A nationwide lockdown could prove oppressive to a majority of the public, Sri Lanka’s army chief and head of the COVID...",negative,-0.998320282
Final decision on GCE AL and Grade 5 scholarship exams tomorrow – Keheliya,10/6/2020,Education,The government will make a final decision whether the Grade Five Scholarship examinations and the GCE Advanced Level exa...,Final decision on GCE AL and Grade 5 scholarship exams tomorrow – Keheliya The government will make a final decision whether the Grade Five Scholarship examinations and the GCE Advanced Level exa...,negative,-0.88445729
"Sri Lanka rupee steady, stocks down",10/6/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted steady at 184.70/80 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields were marginally up, dealers...","Sri Lanka rupee steady, stocks down Sri Lanka rupee was quoted steady at 184.70/80 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields were marginally up, dealers...",negative,-0.957420826
MRI Director Dr Jayaruwan Bandara demoted and deputy appointed as head,10/6/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Health Ministry has demoted the head of the premier research institute responsible for Covid testing and a...,MRI Director Dr Jayaruwan Bandara demoted and deputy appointed as head Sri Lanka’s Health Ministry has demoted the head of the premier research institute responsible for Covid testing and a...,negative,-0.998808384
Covid 19 update: Minuwangoda cluster numbers go up to 321 all garment workers,10/6/2020,Health,The number of Covid 19 positive cases detected at the Brandix plant at Minuwangoda has risen to 321 with 220 new patient...,Covid 19 update: Minuwangoda cluster numbers go up to 321 all garment workers The number of Covid 19 positive cases detected at the Brandix plant at Minuwangoda has risen to 321 with 220 new patient...,negative,-0.647718966
"Sri Lanka tourism to boost research, develop roadmap with Australia",10/6/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka is revamping tourist research and developing a five year road map with support from Australia, the state touri...","Sri Lanka tourism to boost research, develop roadmap with Australia Sri Lanka is revamping tourist research and developing a five year road map with support from Australia, the state touri...",positive,0.997935176
"Sri Lanka has not decided on a wider Coronavirus lockdown, Brandix Covid-19 cluster being traced",10/6/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has not decided on a wider Coronavirus lockdown of Gampaha district or the country but contacts of the Brandix...,"Sri Lanka has not decided on a wider Coronavirus lockdown, Brandix Covid-19 cluster being traced Sri Lanka has not decided on a wider Coronavirus lockdown of Gampaha district or the country but contacts of the Brandix...",negative,-0.987269759
Sri Lanka new Coronavirus cluster tops 100; Gampaha residents urged to stay home,10/5/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has so far confirmed 101 persons from a Coronavirus cluster being traced out of an apparel factory in Minuwang...,Sri Lanka new Coronavirus cluster tops 100; Gampaha residents urged to stay home Sri Lanka has so far confirmed 101 persons from a Coronavirus cluster being traced out of an apparel factory in Minuwang...,negative,-0.961950243
Covid 19 cases in the latest cluster in Minuwangoda total 101 – Information Dept,10/5/2020,Health,Sri Lankan authorities may enforce further localized curfews and lockdowns tomorrow as the number of Covid 19 positive c...,Covid 19 cases in the latest cluster in Minuwangoda total 101 – Information Dept Sri Lankan authorities may enforce further localized curfews and lockdowns tomorrow as the number of Covid 19 positive c...,negative,-0.984447718
No plan to enforce countrywide curfew – Director-General Information,10/5/2020,Health,"The government has no plan and no need to enforce a countrywide curfew, the Director-General of Government Information N...","No plan to enforce countrywide curfew – Director-General Information The government has no plan and no need to enforce a countrywide curfew, the Director-General of Government Information N...",negative,-0.990323305
Officials say don’t panic as number infected by newest Covid cluster climbs to 84,10/5/2020,Health,The Health authorities are reassuring the public saying there is no reason to panic and start clearing out the shelves i...,Officials say don’t panic as number infected by newest Covid cluster climbs to 84 The Health authorities are reassuring the public saying there is no reason to panic and start clearing out the shelves i...,negative,-0.988294482
"Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, gilt yields unchanged",10/5/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 184.60/80 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields remained unchanged as the new CO...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 184.60/80 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields remained unchanged as the new CO...",positive,0.552577317
COVID-19 would've been present in the community: MRI Sri Lanka,10/5/2020,Health,"The novel coronavirus has been in the community for the past few months and the risk of spread has now increased, Sri La...","COVID-19 would've been present in the community: MRI Sri Lanka The novel coronavirus has been in the community for the past few months and the risk of spread has now increased, Sri La...",negative,-0.926408648
Sri Lanka stocks down 7.65-pct on renewed Coronavirus fears,10/5/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks plunged 7.65 per cent at close on Monday as renewed coronavirus fears emerged, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks down 7.65-pct on renewed Coronavirus fears Sri Lanka stocks plunged 7.65 per cent at close on Monday as renewed coronavirus fears emerged, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.997009873
MR says PM’s and President’s offices will be audited after 20A but Auditors’ Union disagrees,10/5/2020,Constitutional Amendments,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is saying that the offices of the President and the Prime Minister will continue to be ...,MR says PM’s and President’s offices will be audited after 20A but Auditors’ Union disagrees Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is saying that the offices of the President and the Prime Minister will continue to be ...,negative,-0.978435934
Non-essential BIA staff asked not to report to work ,10/5/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka’s Bandaranaike International Airport has asked non-essential staff not to report to work for the time being,...","Non-essential BIA staff asked not to report to work  Sri Lanka’s Bandaranaike International Airport has asked non-essential staff not to report to work for the time being,...",negative,-0.990260661
Sri  Lanka stock trading halted after 7.5-pct plunge on new Covid-19 cluster,10/5/2020,Markets,Trading in Sri Lanka stocks were halted for the second time as the S&P SL 20 Index of liquid stocks plunged over 7.5 per...,Sri  Lanka stock trading halted after 7.5-pct plunge on new Covid-19 cluster Trading in Sri Lanka stocks were halted for the second time as the S&P SL 20 Index of liquid stocks plunged over 7.5 per...,negative,-0.999594271
Sri Lanka COVID-19 update: 75 new patients today; 69 from new cluster,10/5/2020,Health,"Seventy-five new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 11.30am today (05), the National Operations Centre...","Sri Lanka COVID-19 update: 75 new patients today; 69 from new cluster Seventy-five new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 11.30am today (05), the National Operations Centre...",negative,-0.957389772
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady, gilt yields unchanged",10/5/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted steady at 184.60/70 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields remained unchanged, dealers ...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee was quoted steady at 184.60/70 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields remained unchanged, dealers ...",negative,-0.978205025
"Seventy Covid-19 positive cases now in the Minuwangoda, Divulapitiya and Veyangoda areas - officials",10/5/2020,Health,The Covid Prevention Task Force is investigating three-clusters of possible Covid patients related to the dioscovery of ...,"Seventy Covid-19 positive cases now in the Minuwangoda, Divulapitiya and Veyangoda areas - officials The Covid Prevention Task Force is investigating three-clusters of possible Covid patients related to the dioscovery of ...",positive,0.726312101
"Sri Lanka mall cuts rents in Coronavirus downturn, stock price soars",10/5/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's CT Land Development Plc, a property developer that runs Colombo's Majestic City mall said it was cutting ren...","Sri Lanka mall cuts rents in Coronavirus downturn, stock price soars Sri Lanka's CT Land Development Plc, a property developer that runs Colombo's Majestic City mall said it was cutting ren...",negative,-0.938741684
Sri Lanka Covid-19 chief urges people to avoid non-essential travel in next 72hours,10/5/2020,Health,Sri Lanka Covid-19 chief urges people not venture out except for essential work in next 72hours ,Sri Lanka Covid-19 chief urges people to avoid non-essential travel in next 72hours Sri Lanka Covid-19 chief urges people not venture out except for essential work in next 72hours ,negative,-0.983363867
Sri Lanka Coronavirus curfew widened to Veyangoda; fever patients in Gampaha urged to Covid test,10/4/2020,Health,"Residents of Gamapaha district, bordering Sri Lanka's capital Colombo showing fever symptoms have been asked to get a Co...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus curfew widened to Veyangoda; fever patients in Gampaha urged to Covid test Residents of Gamapaha district, bordering Sri Lanka's capital Colombo showing fever symptoms have been asked to get a Co...",negative,-0.994578004
President Gotabaya says no deal with Bathiudeen over 20A,10/4/2020,Courts,Sri Lanka’s President has shot down speculation that he is “cutting a political deal” with a powerful Muslim polit...,President Gotabaya says no deal with Bathiudeen over 20A Sri Lanka’s President has shot down speculation that he is “cutting a political deal” with a powerful Muslim polit...,negative,-0.979177296
"Sri Lanka hunts source of Divulapitiya Covid-19 case under curfew, public vigilance urged",10/4/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is tracing contacts and is hunting for the index case of a Coronavirus patient that turned up from the communi...,"Sri Lanka hunts source of Divulapitiya Covid-19 case under curfew, public vigilance urged Sri Lanka is tracing contacts and is hunting for the index case of a Coronavirus patient that turned up from the communi...",negative,-0.988281071
Sri Lanka’s newest Covid patient has “emerged from the community”  – Chief Epidemiologist,10/4/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is confirming that the newest Covid 19 patient that was identified last night “has emerged from the communit...,Sri Lanka’s newest Covid patient has “emerged from the community”  – Chief Epidemiologist Sri Lanka is confirming that the newest Covid 19 patient that was identified last night “has emerged from the communit...,positive,0.977342606
Sri Lanka closes schools after Covid-19 patient found from the community,10/4/2020,Health,The government closed Schools and tuition classes in the Gampaha district from today as the Covid 19 Prevention Task For...,Sri Lanka closes schools after Covid-19 patient found from the community The government closed Schools and tuition classes in the Gampaha district from today as the Covid 19 Prevention Task For...,negative,-0.996342242
"Sri Lanka slaps Coronavirus curfew in Divulapitiya, Minuwangoda after Covid-19 patient",10/4/2020,Health, Sri Lanka has imposed curfew in Divulapitiya and Minwangoda towns north of the capital Colombo to contain the spread of...,"Sri Lanka slaps Coronavirus curfew in Divulapitiya, Minuwangoda after Covid-19 patient  Sri Lanka has imposed curfew in Divulapitiya and Minwangoda towns north of the capital Colombo to contain the spread of...",negative,-0.997767806
"Sri Lanka finds Covid-19 patient from Divulapitiya, Gampaha hospital staff isolated",10/4/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has isolated 15 staff at Gamaha hospital after a 39 -year old woman from Divulapitiya was confirmed with Coron...,"Sri Lanka finds Covid-19 patient from Divulapitiya, Gampaha hospital staff isolated Sri Lanka has isolated 15 staff at Gamaha hospital after a 39 -year old woman from Divulapitiya was confirmed with Coron...",negative,-0.97148335
Emirates National Oil wins Sri Lanka Diesel deals,10/3/2020,Energy,"Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC), Singapore had won contracts from state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation to supply ...","Emirates National Oil wins Sri Lanka Diesel deals Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC), Singapore had won contracts from state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation to supply ...",positive,0.997442961
Sri Lanka slaps Rs300 import tax on moulded and beaded bamboo,10/3/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka has slapped 300 rupee per kilogram tax on moulded bamboo used in construction, according a government gazette...","Sri Lanka slaps Rs300 import tax on moulded and beaded bamboo  Sri Lanka has slapped 300 rupee per kilogram tax on moulded bamboo used in construction, according a government gazette...",negative,-0.998047352
Hemas Holdings start Sri Lanka pharma plant to make five billion pills,10/3/2020,Business,"Morison Plc, a unit of Colombo-based Hemas Holdings Plc, has opened an 18.5 million dollar pharmaceuticals plant which c...","Hemas Holdings start Sri Lanka pharma plant to make five billion pills Morison Plc, a unit of Colombo-based Hemas Holdings Plc, has opened an 18.5 million dollar pharmaceuticals plant which c...",positive,0.96909517
Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange performs best in world in September 2020,10/3/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks were the best performing exchange in the world rising 12 percent, the Colombo Stock Exchange said.","Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange performs best in world in September 2020 Sri Lanka's stocks were the best performing exchange in the world rising 12 percent, the Colombo Stock Exchange said.",positive,0.99954468
Sri Lanka repays billion US dollar sovereign bond,10/3/2020,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka has repaid a billion US dollar sovereign bond falling due this week, the central bank said with the country u...","Sri Lanka repays billion US dollar sovereign bond  Sri Lanka has repaid a billion US dollar sovereign bond falling due this week, the central bank said with the country u...",negative,-0.953892171
US President Donald Trump taken to hospital after Coronavirus,10/3/2020,International news,President Trump was initially isolated and was said to have been convalescing at the White House with his wife Melania w...,US President Donald Trump taken to hospital after Coronavirus President Trump was initially isolated and was said to have been convalescing at the White House with his wife Melania w...,negative,-0.995792031
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields marginally down",10/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed strong at 184.50/60 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields marginally down, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields marginally down Sri Lanka rupee closed strong at 184.50/60 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields marginally down, dealers said.",negative,-0.997602284
Sri Lanka's DFCC to sell Rs7bn in bail-in bonds,10/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank said it has received approval from the Colombo Stock Exchange to sell up to 7.0 billion rupees in ...,Sri Lanka's DFCC to sell Rs7bn in bail-in bonds Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank said it has received approval from the Colombo Stock Exchange to sell up to 7.0 billion rupees in ...,positive,0.872811615
"Port City, BOI and TRCSL among bodies brought under the President",10/2/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka’s Board of Investment, the Colombo Port City Project and several other institutions which are in the Nationa...","Port City, BOI and TRCSL among bodies brought under the President Sri Lanka’s Board of Investment, the Colombo Port City Project and several other institutions which are in the Nationa...",positive,0.994458079
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields marginally down",10/2/2020,Markets," Sri Lanka rupee quoted strong at 184.50/60 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields marginally down, dealers said....","Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields marginally down  Sri Lanka rupee quoted strong at 184.50/60 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields marginally down, dealers said....",negative,-0.997284174
IshiniGate: Instagram star breaks her silence says cyberattacks “are overwhelming”,10/2/2020,Easter Sunday attacks,A Canadian Social Media influencer who raised tens of thousands of dollars for victims of the Easter Sunday attacks is s...,IshiniGate: Instagram star breaks her silence says cyberattacks “are overwhelming” A Canadian Social Media influencer who raised tens of thousands of dollars for victims of the Easter Sunday attacks is s...,negative,-0.998375177
US President Donald Trump tests positive for Coronavirus,10/2/2020,Health,US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania has tested positive for Coronavirus after a top aide was confirmed with...,US President Donald Trump tests positive for Coronavirus US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania has tested positive for Coronavirus after a top aide was confirmed with...,negative,-0.979506671
Sri Lanka to house lay over flight crew close to Mattala airport,10/2/2020,Aviation,"Sri Lanka will house crew from aircraft stopping at Mattala close to the airport, a statement from the President's offic...","Sri Lanka to house lay over flight crew close to Mattala airport Sri Lanka will house crew from aircraft stopping at Mattala close to the airport, a statement from the President's offic...",positive,0.839639664
Sri Lanka on track to complete 9mn passenger airport terminal in 2023,10/2/2020,Aviation,Sri Lanka is on track to complete a new passenger terminal that will boost capacity at the main international airport 20...,Sri Lanka on track to complete 9mn passenger airport terminal in 2023 Sri Lanka is on track to complete a new passenger terminal that will boost capacity at the main international airport 20...,positive,0.998386979
"Sri Lanka's CEAT ups tyre output amid import controls, holds prices",10/2/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's CEAT KELANI Holdings Plc, a joint venture with India's CEAT group has boosted output 35 percent and is addin...","Sri Lanka's CEAT ups tyre output amid import controls, holds prices Sri Lanka's CEAT KELANI Holdings Plc, a joint venture with India's CEAT group has boosted output 35 percent and is addin...",positive,0.935609877
Challenging the 20A: All submissions to Supreme Court end tomorrow,10/1/2020,Constitutional Amendments,The Supreme Court will close submissions from all parties challenging or supporting the controversial proposed 20th Amen...,Challenging the 20A: All submissions to Supreme Court end tomorrow The Supreme Court will close submissions from all parties challenging or supporting the controversial proposed 20th Amen...,negative,-0.628678799
Sri Lanka's Kelsey Homes says starting 300 unit gated community,10/1/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's Kelsey Homes says it is launching a 300 unit housing project in Ja Ela, after the first phase of 70 units wa...","Sri Lanka's Kelsey Homes says starting 300 unit gated community Sri Lanka's Kelsey Homes says it is launching a 300 unit housing project in Ja Ela, after the first phase of 70 units wa...",positive,0.971653163
Sri Lanka's Mobitel offers 5G smartphone,10/1/2020,ICT,Sri Lanka's Mobitel said it is offering a 5G smartphone which can be pre-ordered.,Sri Lanka's Mobitel offers 5G smartphone Sri Lanka's Mobitel said it is offering a 5G smartphone which can be pre-ordered.,negative,-0.955004454
Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata offers 5G smartphone,10/1/2020,ICT,"Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata said it has launched a mid-range 5G smartphone, Huawei Nova 7 SE in several locations where th...","Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata offers 5G smartphone Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata said it has launched a mid-range 5G smartphone, Huawei Nova 7 SE in several locations where th...",negative,-0.883930445
Sri Lanka launches countrywide E-waste collection project,10/1/2020,Consumer Affairs,Post offices around the country will collect E-waste starting from October 5 to October 11 to prevent harmful materials ...,Sri Lanka launches countrywide E-waste collection project Post offices around the country will collect E-waste starting from October 5 to October 11 to prevent harmful materials ...,positive,0.799129009
Sri Lankan women discriminated against because of Mat Leave benefits – Verité,10/1/2020,Gender Issues,Sri Lanka’s women between the ages of 20-40 are most likely to be unemployed because hiring them is expensive for the ...,Sri Lankan women discriminated against because of Mat Leave benefits – Verité Sri Lanka’s women between the ages of 20-40 are most likely to be unemployed because hiring them is expensive for the ...,negative,-0.998423576
Sri Lanka says economy recovering with exceptional Coronavirus control,10/1/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's domestic economic coming back to pre-Covid-19 levels with exceptional Coronavirus control while exports are ...,Sri Lanka says economy recovering with exceptional Coronavirus control Sri Lanka's domestic economic coming back to pre-Covid-19 levels with exceptional Coronavirus control while exports are ...,positive,0.872119725
Sri Lanka inflation at 4.0-pct in September 2020,9/30/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's 12-month inflation was at 4.0 percent in September 2020, slowing from 4.1 percent a month earlier, though pr...","Sri Lanka inflation at 4.0-pct in September 2020 Sri Lanka's 12-month inflation was at 4.0 percent in September 2020, slowing from 4.1 percent a month earlier, though pr...",negative,-0.99157691
"Cabinet Okays reforms to speed up justice system as backlog hits 766,000 cases",9/30/2020,Courts,The government wants to take action over the backlog of cases in Sri Lanka’s court system which is delaying justice an...,"Cabinet Okays reforms to speed up justice system as backlog hits 766,000 cases The government wants to take action over the backlog of cases in Sri Lanka’s court system which is delaying justice an...",negative,-0.811552286
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields marginally up",9/30/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee firm at 184.90/185.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields marginally up, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields marginally up Sri Lanka rupee firm at 184.90/185.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields marginally up, dealers said.",negative,-0.945186853
Sri Lanka stocks close lower,9/30/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.15 per cent lower on Wednesday, pushed down Carson Cumberbatch PLC, Bukit Darah PLC and Jo...","Sri Lanka stocks close lower Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.15 per cent lower on Wednesday, pushed down Carson Cumberbatch PLC, Bukit Darah PLC and Jo...",negative,-0.999241829
"Sri Lanka expects US$500mn inflow to rupee bonds, US$700mn China loan in 2020",9/30/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka is expecting a 700 million dollar loan from Chin and rupee bond purchases by China and a Samurai and Panda bon...,"Sri Lanka expects US$500mn inflow to rupee bonds, US$700mn China loan in 2020 Sri Lanka is expecting a 700 million dollar loan from Chin and rupee bond purchases by China and a Samurai and Panda bon...",negative,-0.977150142
"Sri Lanka expects budget deficit of 9.0-pct in 2020, revenues recovering: Treasury secy",9/30/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka is expecting the budget deficit in 2020 to reach 9.0 percent of gross domestic product and tax revenues are re...,"Sri Lanka expects budget deficit of 9.0-pct in 2020, revenues recovering: Treasury secy Sri Lanka is expecting the budget deficit in 2020 to reach 9.0 percent of gross domestic product and tax revenues are re...",negative,-0.997393489
State Minister Arambepola says she did not order pricey Apple products for herself,9/30/2020,Political News,"The office of State Minister of Skills Development, Vocational Education, Research and Innovation is responding to a let...","State Minister Arambepola says she did not order pricey Apple products for herself The office of State Minister of Skills Development, Vocational Education, Research and Innovation is responding to a let...",negative,-0.997627199
"Sri Lanka rupee steady, gilt yields marginally up",9/30/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted stable at 185.05/10 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields marginally up, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee steady, gilt yields marginally up Sri Lanka rupee quoted stable at 185.05/10 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields marginally up, dealers said.",positive,0.746890843
Eleven new Covid patients diagnosed - NOCPOC,9/30/2020,Health,"Eleven new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (30), the National Operations Centre for Preve...","Eleven new Covid patients diagnosed - NOCPOC Eleven new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (30), the National Operations Centre for Preve...",negative,-0.968434215
Sajith calls for National effort to save the country’s economy,9/30/2020,Banking,Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa is calling on all political parties to shed their differences and come togethe...,Sajith calls for National effort to save the country’s economy Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa is calling on all political parties to shed their differences and come togethe...,positive,0.958883941
"Moody's downgrades Bank of Ceylon, HNB, Sampath after Sri Lanka sovereign rating cut",9/30/2020,Banking,"Moody's Investors Service has downgraded the long-term foreign currency deposit ratings of Bank of Ceylon (BOC), Hatton ...","Moody's downgrades Bank of Ceylon, HNB, Sampath after Sri Lanka sovereign rating cut Moody's Investors Service has downgraded the long-term foreign currency deposit ratings of Bank of Ceylon (BOC), Hatton ...",negative,-0.999097705
"Sri Lanka's Softlogic Capital to buy Abans Finance, merge with Softlogic Finance",9/29/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's Softlogic Capital Plc said it will buy a 49.67 percent stake in Abans Finance from its parent at 30.10 rupee...,"Sri Lanka's Softlogic Capital to buy Abans Finance, merge with Softlogic Finance Sri Lanka's Softlogic Capital Plc said it will buy a 49.67 percent stake in Abans Finance from its parent at 30.10 rupee...",negative,-0.914113045
20A will create a President who is not accountable to anyone - Karu Jayasuriya,9/29/2020,Constitutional Amendments,Former Speaker Karu Jayasuriya is saying that the 20th Amendment to the constitution would make the President a ruler wh...,20A will create a President who is not accountable to anyone - Karu Jayasuriya Former Speaker Karu Jayasuriya is saying that the 20th Amendment to the constitution would make the President a ruler wh...,negative,-0.994198442
How to improve Sri Lanka's debt sustainability: Advocata forum on Sept 30,9/29/2020,Economy,"Advocata Institute, a Colombo-based think tank will host a live forum on how to improve Sri Lanka's debt sustainability.","How to improve Sri Lanka's debt sustainability: Advocata forum on Sept 30 Advocata Institute, a Colombo-based think tank will host a live forum on how to improve Sri Lanka's debt sustainability.",positive,0.997758269
“Stern action” against fake news on environmental destruction – President’s office,9/29/2020,Environment,The Presidential Secretariat is warning that stern legal action will be taken against “parties or individuals who inte...,“Stern action” against fake news on environmental destruction – President’s office The Presidential Secretariat is warning that stern legal action will be taken against “parties or individuals who inte...,negative,-0.995331585
Sri Lanka fails to sell 97-pct of Treasuries at auction after downgrade,9/29/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka failed to sell 97 percent of offered Treasury bills at Tuesday's 40 billion rupees auction, raising only 895 m...","Sri Lanka fails to sell 97-pct of Treasuries at auction after downgrade Sri Lanka failed to sell 97 percent of offered Treasury bills at Tuesday's 40 billion rupees auction, raising only 895 m...",negative,-0.999529719
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields up",9/29/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger at 185.10/20 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields closed wider after Moody’s dow...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields up Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger at 185.10/20 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields closed wider after Moody’s dow...",negative,-0.977943897
Sri Lanka cabinet cancels Japan funded light rail project,9/29/2020,Ground,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved the cancellation of a light rail project funded by Japan to ease traffic c...,Sri Lanka cabinet cancels Japan funded light rail project Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved the cancellation of a light rail project funded by Japan to ease traffic c...,negative,-0.998895645
"Sri Lanka to ban cattle slaughter, import beef",9/29/2020,Agriculture," Sri Lanka will ban cattle slaughter by changing existing laws and import beef for consumers,  under a proposal by Prime...","Sri Lanka to ban cattle slaughter, import beef  Sri Lanka will ban cattle slaughter by changing existing laws and import beef for consumers,  under a proposal by Prime...",negative,-0.973705113
Sri Lanka stocks end lower,9/29/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.50 per cent lower on Tuesday, on Carson Cumberbatch PLC, Bukit Darah PLC and John Keells H...","Sri Lanka stocks end lower Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.50 per cent lower on Tuesday, on Carson Cumberbatch PLC, Bukit Darah PLC and John Keells H...",negative,-0.999291658
Sri Lanka port doctor and 50 workers quarantined over Covid-19 India crew,9/29/2020,Health, Sri Lanka in the last two days has quarantined close to 50 persons including the harbour doctor after employees of JCT ...,Sri Lanka port doctor and 50 workers quarantined over Covid-19 India crew  Sri Lanka in the last two days has quarantined close to 50 persons including the harbour doctor after employees of JCT ...,negative,-0.964254916
Kandy building collapse:  House owner arrested,9/29/2020,Accident,The owner of the five-storey building that collapsed killing a neighbouring family has been arrested and charged our cor...,Kandy building collapse:  House owner arrested The owner of the five-storey building that collapsed killing a neighbouring family has been arrested and charged our cor...,negative,-0.99952805
NPP taking the struggle against the 20th Amendment to the people – Dr Amarasuriya,9/29/2020,Constitutional Amendments,"The National People’s Power believes resistance to the proposed 20th Amendment cannot be limited to a court challenge,...","NPP taking the struggle against the 20th Amendment to the people – Dr Amarasuriya The National People’s Power believes resistance to the proposed 20th Amendment cannot be limited to a court challenge,...",positive,0.990611136
Sri Lanka rupee bonds quoted wide after Moody's downgrade,9/29/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee bond yields were quoted wide on Tuesday dealers said, after Moody's downgraded the government rating t...","Sri Lanka rupee bonds quoted wide after Moody's downgrade Sri Lanka's rupee bond yields were quoted wide on Tuesday dealers said, after Moody's downgraded the government rating t...",negative,-0.991413236
Sri Lanka tea exporter cashflows hit by payment delays from Coronavirus pandemic,9/29/2020,Agriculture,Finances of Sri Lanka's tea exporters have been hit by delayed payments from international buyers due to a Coronavirus p...,Sri Lanka tea exporter cashflows hit by payment delays from Coronavirus pandemic Finances of Sri Lanka's tea exporters have been hit by delayed payments from international buyers due to a Coronavirus p...,negative,-0.999634624
Unprecedented 39 petitions challenge 20th Amendment before Supreme Court,9/29/2020,Constitutional Amendments,"The Supreme Court this morning September 29, will begin proceedings to hear Fundamental Rights applications filed by an ...","Unprecedented 39 petitions challenge 20th Amendment before Supreme Court The Supreme Court this morning September 29, will begin proceedings to hear Fundamental Rights applications filed by an ...",positive,0.978079557
Sri Lanka says Moodys sovereign rating downgrade to 'Caa1' unwarranted,9/28/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has said a downgrade of the sovereign rating by two notches to 'Caa1' by Moody's is unwarranted.,Sri Lanka says Moodys sovereign rating downgrade to 'Caa1' unwarranted Sri Lanka has said a downgrade of the sovereign rating by two notches to 'Caa1' by Moody's is unwarranted.,negative,-0.995197713
20th Amendment is necessary for National Security – Prof GL,9/28/2020,Constitutional Amendments,The government is introducing the 20th Amendment to the Constitution to ensure that a situation such as the security lap...,20th Amendment is necessary for National Security – Prof GL The government is introducing the 20th Amendment to the Constitution to ensure that a situation such as the security lap...,positive,0.964741647
Sri Lanka sovereign rating downgraded two notches to Caa1 by Moody's,9/28/2020,Economy,"Moody's Investors Service has downgraded Sri Lanka's sovereign rating two notches to Caa1, from B2, citing weak budgets ...","Sri Lanka sovereign rating downgraded two notches to Caa1 by Moody's Moody's Investors Service has downgraded Sri Lanka's sovereign rating two notches to Caa1, from B2, citing weak budgets ...",negative,-0.998592079
The 20A: A Very Wrong Approach to Constitution-Making - Uyangoda,9/28/2020,Constitutional Amendments,Eminent Emeritus Professor of Political Science Jayadeva Uyangoda writes that the proposed 20th Amendment has several ma...,The 20A: A Very Wrong Approach to Constitution-Making - Uyangoda Eminent Emeritus Professor of Political Science Jayadeva Uyangoda writes that the proposed 20th Amendment has several ma...,negative,-0.999344409
Tourism: Maldivian and Nepali business leaders urge collaboration to revive industry,9/28/2020,Environment,"For the Maldives and Nepal, whose economies are heavily dependent on the tourism sector, getting their countries back on...","Tourism: Maldivian and Nepali business leaders urge collaboration to revive industry For the Maldives and Nepal, whose economies are heavily dependent on the tourism sector, getting their countries back on...",positive,0.998463869
North and East protest government actions to disallow memorials for war dead,9/28/2020,Democracy,"Most schools, shops and businesses in many parts of the North and East remained closed today in protest against the auth...","North and East protest government actions to disallow memorials for war dead Most schools, shops and businesses in many parts of the North and East remained closed today in protest against the auth...",negative,-0.997476041
Sri Lanka stocks soar 2.8-pct bonds yields higher,9/28/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's stocks soared 2.8 percent higher Monday, topping 6,000 points, the rupee closed steady at 185.25/38 to the U...","Sri Lanka stocks soar 2.8-pct bonds yields higher Sri Lanka's stocks soared 2.8 percent higher Monday, topping 6,000 points, the rupee closed steady at 185.25/38 to the U...",positive,0.985524356
Bangladesh cricket tour of Sri Lanka put off over Coronavirus,9/28/2020,Culture,A series of three test matches between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh planned over the next several weeks has been abandoned o...,Bangladesh cricket tour of Sri Lanka put off over Coronavirus A series of three test matches between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh planned over the next several weeks has been abandoned o...,negative,-0.999565303
Sri Lanka highest court to hear 18 petitions on constitution amendment; BASL to intervene,9/28/2020,Legal,"Sri Lanka's Supreme Court is scheduled to hear 18 petitions on a controversial amendment to the constitution, September ...","Sri Lanka highest court to hear 18 petitions on constitution amendment; BASL to intervene Sri Lanka's Supreme Court is scheduled to hear 18 petitions on a controversial amendment to the constitution, September ...",positive,0.815298676
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices resume climb,9/28/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka’s Average coconut prices grew 5 percent to 56,494 rupees for 1,000 nuts at the last auction in September 202...","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices resume climb Sri Lanka’s Average coconut prices grew 5 percent to 56,494 rupees for 1,000 nuts at the last auction in September 202...",negative,-0.964296699
Indian grant not-linked to implementation of the 13th Amendment - Keheliya,9/28/2020,International Relations,Sri Lanka is denying reports that a USD15mn grant announced by the Indian Prime Minister to Sri Lanka on Sunday is linke...,Indian grant not-linked to implementation of the 13th Amendment - Keheliya Sri Lanka is denying reports that a USD15mn grant announced by the Indian Prime Minister to Sri Lanka on Sunday is linke...,negative,-0.997798204
"Army, Police combined raid catches over a hundred illegal sand miners in Trinco",9/28/2020,Environment,A large scale combined Security Forces operation has netted 144 suspects allegedly engaged in illegal sand mining in the...,"Army, Police combined raid catches over a hundred illegal sand miners in Trinco A large scale combined Security Forces operation has netted 144 suspects allegedly engaged in illegal sand mining in the...",positive,0.632078111
"Sri Lanka rupee steady, long tenors marginally up ahead of auction",9/28/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee opened steady around 185.20/40 to the US dollar on Monday and long tenor bonds were marginally up ahead ...,"Sri Lanka rupee steady, long tenors marginally up ahead of auction Sri Lanka rupee opened steady around 185.20/40 to the US dollar on Monday and long tenor bonds were marginally up ahead ...",positive,0.98916316
"Sri Lanka private credit up in August, SOE borrowings reach trillion rupees 2020",9/28/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's credit to private sector grew 78.3 billion rupees to 5,908.7 billion rupees, while loans to state enterprise...","Sri Lanka private credit up in August, SOE borrowings reach trillion rupees 2020 Sri Lanka's credit to private sector grew 78.3 billion rupees to 5,908.7 billion rupees, while loans to state enterprise...",negative,-0.772744894
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea prices may get boost from Russian winter buying,9/27/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka tea prices mixed as industry expects Russia winter buying to slightly boost the market, with the cheaper High ...","Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea prices may get boost from Russian winter buying Sri Lanka tea prices mixed as industry expects Russia winter buying to slightly boost the market, with the cheaper High ...",positive,0.539921939
"Opinion: Reform the proposed 20th Amendment to strengthen, not weaken, transparency",9/27/2020,Constitutional Amendments,"Following parliamentary elections, President Gotabhaya Rajapaksa wasted no time in obtaining cabinet approval and therea...","Opinion: Reform the proposed 20th Amendment to strengthen, not weaken, transparency Following parliamentary elections, President Gotabhaya Rajapaksa wasted no time in obtaining cabinet approval and therea...",negative,-0.968920767
"India to grant Sri Lanka US$15mn for Buddhist ties, mulls travel bubble",9/27/2020,Business,"India will grant Sri Lanka 15 million dollars to promote Buddhist ties, facilitate inaugural pilgrim flight to the newly...","India to grant Sri Lanka US$15mn for Buddhist ties, mulls travel bubble India will grant Sri Lanka 15 million dollars to promote Buddhist ties, facilitate inaugural pilgrim flight to the newly...",negative,-0.88194561
"India expects Sri Lanka to move on port, energy; US$1bn swap, debt relief talks continue: Rajapaksa-...",9/26/2020,Economy,India expects Sri Lanka to go ahead with agreed deals on ports and energy request for Prime Minister Narendra Modi had s...,"India expects Sri Lanka to move on port, energy; US$1bn swap, debt relief talks continue: Rajapaksa-... India expects Sri Lanka to go ahead with agreed deals on ports and energy request for Prime Minister Narendra Modi had s...",negative,-0.993478775
Russian Airman has had Covid 19 and has recovered - Epidemiologist,9/26/2020,Health,The Russian airman who created panic in Matara by seen shopping after testing positive for Covid 19 has had the disease ...,Russian Airman has had Covid 19 and has recovered - Epidemiologist The Russian airman who created panic in Matara by seen shopping after testing positive for Covid 19 has had the disease ...,positive,0.902095318
Sri Lanka president orders verbal instructions to be written circulars,9/26/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered that verbal orders issued to bureaucrats should be treated as writt...,Sri Lanka president orders verbal instructions to be written circulars Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered that verbal orders issued to bureaucrats should be treated as writt...,negative,-0.995204091
Sirisena claims he was a victim of Ultra-Right Wing forces like SWRD,9/26/2020,Political News,Former President Maithripala Sirisena is saying he was the victim of ultra-right-wing forces as much as the late slain P...,Sirisena claims he was a victim of Ultra-Right Wing forces like SWRD Former President Maithripala Sirisena is saying he was the victim of ultra-right-wing forces as much as the late slain P...,negative,-0.996820092
Sri Lanka PM to raise fishery poaching issue with India's Modi at virtual summit,9/26/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa will raise the issue of poaching in northern seas by trawlers from India, d...","Sri Lanka PM to raise fishery poaching issue with India's Modi at virtual summit Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa will raise the issue of poaching in northern seas by trawlers from India, d...",positive,0.988161325
Inquiry into Matara Covid incident proceeding as contacts are quarantined - officials,9/25/2020,Health,The inquiry as to how members of a Russian Aircrew had been sent to a hotel which was not a designated quarantine centre...,Inquiry into Matara Covid incident proceeding as contacts are quarantined - officials The inquiry as to how members of a Russian Aircrew had been sent to a hotel which was not a designated quarantine centre...,negative,-0.993888974
"Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, gilt yields unchanged",9/25/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee ends steady at 185.25/35 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were flat, dealers ahead of t...","Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee ends steady at 185.25/35 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were flat, dealers ahead of t...",positive,0.661497653
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.68-pct up,9/25/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.68 percent higher on Friday, on Carson Cumberbatch PLC, Bukit Darah PLC and Expolanka Hold...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.68-pct up Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.68 percent higher on Friday, on Carson Cumberbatch PLC, Bukit Darah PLC and Expolanka Hold...",negative,-0.98625946
"Sri Lanka army busts illegal jellyfish worth Rs 625,000",9/25/2020,Law and Order,Sri Lanka’s military apprehended 50 kilogrammes of illegal jellyfish that was being transported in a Sri Lanka Transpo...,"Sri Lanka army busts illegal jellyfish worth Rs 625,000 Sri Lanka’s military apprehended 50 kilogrammes of illegal jellyfish that was being transported in a Sri Lanka Transpo...",negative,-0.988581836
Unsuccessful suicide attempts remain high in Sri Lanka: expert,9/25/2020,Health,"Though death by suicide has decreased in Sri Lanka, the number of attempts remain high, making the island nation worse t...","Unsuccessful suicide attempts remain high in Sri Lanka: expert Though death by suicide has decreased in Sri Lanka, the number of attempts remain high, making the island nation worse t...",negative,-0.999095321
Sri Lanka orders inquiry into Russian COVID-19 case,9/25/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has ordered an official inquiry into the controversial Russian COVID-19 case in Matara as reports of several q...,Sri Lanka orders inquiry into Russian COVID-19 case Sri Lanka has ordered an official inquiry into the controversial Russian COVID-19 case in Matara as reports of several q...,negative,-0.988111615
Sri Lanka plans incentives of up to 3.5-pct to spur exports in Coronavirus crisis,9/25/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is planning incentives of up to 3.5 percent for incremental exports over the next two quarters, which could br...","Sri Lanka plans incentives of up to 3.5-pct to spur exports in Coronavirus crisis Sri Lanka is planning incentives of up to 3.5 percent for incremental exports over the next two quarters, which could br...",negative,-0.98390609
"Nine new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,333",9/25/2020,Health,"Nine new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (25), the National Operations Centre for Prevent...","Nine new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,333 Nine new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (25), the National Operations Centre for Prevent...",negative,-0.91999799
"Sri Lanka rupee opens strong, bond yields stable",9/25/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.15/30 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were flat, dealers sa...","Sri Lanka rupee opens strong, bond yields stable Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.15/30 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were flat, dealers sa...",positive,0.82611233
Sri Lanka haunted by ghost of Raul Prebisch as import ban bites tyre supply,9/25/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka’s businesses are hit and specialist vehicles such as ambulances are under threat, as the country runs out of...","Sri Lanka haunted by ghost of Raul Prebisch as import ban bites tyre supply Sri Lanka’s businesses are hit and specialist vehicles such as ambulances are under threat, as the country runs out of...",negative,-0.999008358
SAARC countries should come together to ensure post-Covid recovery - Dinesh,9/25/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has stressed the need for South Asian countries to collaborate to revive the economies of the region which is ...,SAARC countries should come together to ensure post-Covid recovery - Dinesh Sri Lanka has stressed the need for South Asian countries to collaborate to revive the economies of the region which is ...,positive,0.995717585
Sri Lanka tea production down 14-pct in August,9/25/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's tea production had fallen 14 percent from a year ago to 22.42 million kilograms in August 2020 from 26.2 mil...,Sri Lanka tea production down 14-pct in August Sri Lanka's tea production had fallen 14 percent from a year ago to 22.42 million kilograms in August 2020 from 26.2 mil...,negative,-0.999425411
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields gain",9/24/2020,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 185.20/30 against the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields gained, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields gain  Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 185.20/30 against the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields gained, dealers said.",negative,-0.996393979
Sri Lanka stocks close higher,9/24/2020,Markets,"ri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.68 per cent higher on Thursday, pushed by Ceylinco Insurance PLC, Bukit Darah PLC and Disti...","Sri Lanka stocks close higher ri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.68 per cent higher on Thursday, pushed by Ceylinco Insurance PLC, Bukit Darah PLC and Disti...",negative,-0.992339134
Sri Lanka COVID-19 task force rules out possible lockdown in Matara,9/24/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's COVID-19 task force has decided to not lockdown the Matara area visited by a COVID-19 infected Russian airli...,Sri Lanka COVID-19 task force rules out possible lockdown in Matara Sri Lanka's COVID-19 task force has decided to not lockdown the Matara area visited by a COVID-19 infected Russian airli...,negative,-0.985617578
New Diamond Owners agree to pay an initial claim made by Sri Lanka - AG,9/24/2020,Accident,Lawyers representing the stricken MT New Diamond crude oil tanker have agreed to settle the initial claim made by the go...,New Diamond Owners agree to pay an initial claim made by Sri Lanka - AG Lawyers representing the stricken MT New Diamond crude oil tanker have agreed to settle the initial claim made by the go...,negative,-0.930643022
Motorcycle import ban greatly affects middle-class Sri Lankans: Opp. leader,9/24/2020,Economy,"An ongoing import ban on motorcycles has affected a large number of middle-class Sri Lankans, Opposition Leader Sajith P...","Motorcycle import ban greatly affects middle-class Sri Lankans: Opp. leader An ongoing import ban on motorcycles has affected a large number of middle-class Sri Lankans, Opposition Leader Sajith P...",negative,-0.704404533
Sri Lanka considering local lockdown in Matara following Russian COVID-19 case,9/24/2020,Health,A local lockdown is to be imposed in the Matara town area following reports that a Russian COVID-19 patient had visited ...,Sri Lanka considering local lockdown in Matara following Russian COVID-19 case A local lockdown is to be imposed in the Matara town area following reports that a Russian COVID-19 patient had visited ...,negative,-0.991443455
Sri Lanka issues Rs9.6bn contractor bills for payment arrears,9/24/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's finance ministry said 9.6 billion rupees of bills certifying payment arrears had been issued to contractors,...","Sri Lanka issues Rs9.6bn contractor bills for payment arrears Sri Lanka's finance ministry said 9.6 billion rupees of bills certifying payment arrears had been issued to contractors,...",negative,-0.992208481
"Local PHIs, MOH not informed of Russian crew being sent to quarantine centre: PHI union",9/24/2020,Health,"Local Public Health Inspectors (PHI) or Medical Officers of Health (MOH) were not informed that a Russian airline crew, ...","Local PHIs, MOH not informed of Russian crew being sent to quarantine centre: PHI union Local Public Health Inspectors (PHI) or Medical Officers of Health (MOH) were not informed that a Russian airline crew, ...",negative,-0.996150732
"Sri Lanka army nabs smuggled turmeric, Kerala ganja in Mannar",9/24/2020,Law and Order,Sri Lanka’s military on Wednesday (23) apprehended a haul of contraband turmeric and cannabis along with four Sri Lank...,"Sri Lanka army nabs smuggled turmeric, Kerala ganja in Mannar Sri Lanka’s military on Wednesday (23) apprehended a haul of contraband turmeric and cannabis along with four Sri Lank...",negative,-0.990646005
Social media reports on harmful prawn farming in Puttalam false: NAQDA,9/24/2020,Environment,"Sri Lanka’s National Aquaculture Development Authority (NAQDA) denied yesterday that, contrary to reports circulating ...","Social media reports on harmful prawn farming in Puttalam false: NAQDA Sri Lanka’s National Aquaculture Development Authority (NAQDA) denied yesterday that, contrary to reports circulating ...",negative,-0.998785317
Inflows to Sri Lanka rupee bonds will have wide positive effects: Minister Cabraal,9/24/2020,Bonds & Forex,Inflows to Sri Lanka's rupee bond markets backed by a forex risk cover will have wide positive effects including on the ...,Inflows to Sri Lanka rupee bonds will have wide positive effects: Minister Cabraal Inflows to Sri Lanka's rupee bond markets backed by a forex risk cover will have wide positive effects including on the ...,positive,0.999716461
Singapore based Gazelle to buy Sri Lanka's Guardian Capital Partners,9/24/2020,Markets,"Singapore based Gazelle Asset Management (Pte) Ltd, is buy an 83.97 percent state in Guardian Capital Partners, an inves...","Singapore based Gazelle to buy Sri Lanka's Guardian Capital Partners Singapore based Gazelle Asset Management (Pte) Ltd, is buy an 83.97 percent state in Guardian Capital Partners, an inves...",negative,-0.920734346
Sri Lanka fails to sell 50-pct of Treasuries at auction,9/24/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka failed to sell almost half the bills offered at the weekly Treasuries auction with only 19.1 billion rupees ou...,Sri Lanka fails to sell 50-pct of Treasuries at auction Sri Lanka failed to sell almost half the bills offered at the weekly Treasuries auction with only 19.1 billion rupees ou...,negative,-0.999688625
20 Amendment - the Government determined to stay the course – senior officials,9/23/2020,Constitutional Amendments,The government is determined to follow procedure and not make any changes to the 20th Amendment to the Constitution befo...,20 Amendment - the Government determined to stay the course – senior officials The government is determined to follow procedure and not make any changes to the 20th Amendment to the Constitution befo...,negative,-0.998666644
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields steady",9/23/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was closed stronger at 184.95/185.05 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields steady, dealer...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee was closed stronger at 184.95/185.05 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields steady, dealer...",positive,0.924225628
Sri Lanka president orders immediate termination of Japan-funded light rail project,9/23/2020,Economy,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered the immediate termination of a Japan-funded light rail transit (LRT) project th...,Sri Lanka president orders immediate termination of Japan-funded light rail project President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered the immediate termination of a Japan-funded light rail transit (LRT) project th...,negative,-0.99817872
Korean envoy says Sri Lanka among safest countries in the world in Covid-19 pandemic,9/23/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is one of the safest countries in the world to live in during the Coronavirus pandemic, Korea's ambassador of ...","Korean envoy says Sri Lanka among safest countries in the world in Covid-19 pandemic Sri Lanka is one of the safest countries in the world to live in during the Coronavirus pandemic, Korea's ambassador of ...",positive,0.99533844
Sri Lanka stocks ends weaker,9/23/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.15 per cent lower on Wednesday, dragged down by HNB Finance limited, Dialog Axiata PLC and...","Sri Lanka stocks ends weaker Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.15 per cent lower on Wednesday, dragged down by HNB Finance limited, Dialog Axiata PLC and...",negative,-0.999519944
'Independent commission' doesn't mean independence of individual members: Sagara,9/23/2020,Politics,The Sri Lankan people lost their confidence in the independent commissions due to “some” election commission memberâ...,'Independent commission' doesn't mean independence of individual members: Sagara The Sri Lankan people lost their confidence in the independent commissions due to “some” election commission memberâ...,negative,-0.998905182
Sri Lanka to draft new obscene publications bill to curb child pornography,9/23/2020,Law and Order,Sri Lanka will draft a new bill on “obscene publications” to curb child ponorgraphy.,Sri Lanka to draft new obscene publications bill to curb child pornography Sri Lanka will draft a new bill on “obscene publications” to curb child ponorgraphy.,negative,-0.918489814
Heated debate in p'ment over COPE media coverage,9/23/2020,Politics,A heated debate ensued in Sri Lanka’s parliament this morning after opposition lawmaker S M Marikkar accused the gover...,Heated debate in p'ment over COPE media coverage A heated debate ensued in Sri Lanka’s parliament this morning after opposition lawmaker S M Marikkar accused the gover...,negative,-0.931265414
"Fourteen new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,313",9/23/2020,Health,"Fourteen new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (21), the National Operations Centre for Pre...","Fourteen new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,313 Fourteen new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (21), the National Operations Centre for Pre...",negative,-0.881627977
GR to go to grassroots to find solutions for ordinary folk,9/23/2020,Political News,"President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will go among the people to provide swift solutions to their issues at the village level, a...","GR to go to grassroots to find solutions for ordinary folk President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will go among the people to provide swift solutions to their issues at the village level, a...",positive,0.998944461
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields down",9/23/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.05/15 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields marginally eased, ...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields down Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.05/15 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields marginally eased, ...",negative,-0.988752067
Two more petitions to be filed against 20A by CPA and SJB,9/23/2020,Constitutional Amendments,The Main Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) and the Centre for Policy Alternatives (CPA) are to file Fundamental Ri...,Two more petitions to be filed against 20A by CPA and SJB The Main Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) and the Centre for Policy Alternatives (CPA) are to file Fundamental Ri...,negative,-0.987744391
Sri Lanka cabinet approves two year forex cover for foreign investors,9/23/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved swaps of up to two years to cover foreign exchange risks of investors in r...,Sri Lanka cabinet approves two year forex cover for foreign investors Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved swaps of up to two years to cover foreign exchange risks of investors in r...,negative,-0.847889066
Sri Lanka's Access Engineering wins Rs9.3bn UDA housing deal,9/23/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's Access Engineering Plc has won a 9.37 billion rupee housing deal from the Urban Development Authority, the s...","Sri Lanka's Access Engineering wins Rs9.3bn UDA housing deal Sri Lanka's Access Engineering Plc has won a 9.37 billion rupee housing deal from the Urban Development Authority, the s...",positive,0.982990503
Tabling the 20th Amendment “a dark day for democracy” - Sajith,9/22/2020,Constitutional Amendments,Opposition Parliamentarians staged a protest in the Well of the House today when the government tabled the proposed 20th...,Tabling the 20th Amendment “a dark day for democracy” - Sajith Opposition Parliamentarians staged a protest in the Well of the House today when the government tabled the proposed 20th...,negative,-0.980176568
Sri Lanka’s stocks close 0.32-pct higher,9/22/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.32 percent higher on Tuesday, on Index heavy HNB Finance limited, Hayleys PLC and Bukit Da...","Sri Lanka’s stocks close 0.32-pct higher Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.32 percent higher on Tuesday, on Index heavy HNB Finance limited, Hayleys PLC and Bukit Da...",negative,-0.990778685
"Twelve new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,299",9/22/2020,Health,"Twelve new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (22), the National Operations Centre for Preve...","Twelve new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,299 Twelve new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (22), the National Operations Centre for Preve...",negative,-0.89598459
20th Amendment to the Constitution tabled in Parliament amid uproar,9/22/2020,Constitutional Amendments,he 20th Amendment to the Constitution which proposes to takes away power from Parliament and vest them with the Presiden...,20th Amendment to the Constitution tabled in Parliament amid uproar he 20th Amendment to the Constitution which proposes to takes away power from Parliament and vest them with the Presiden...,positive,0.902788699
Opinion: Strong Government must be disciplined and deliver development,9/22/2020,Constitutional Amendments,"The extreme nature of the proposed 20th Amendment, tabled in Parliament today, which has been the cause of much disquiet...","Opinion: Strong Government must be disciplined and deliver development The extreme nature of the proposed 20th Amendment, tabled in Parliament today, which has been the cause of much disquiet...",negative,-0.915747404
President calls on UN to follow a policy of non-interference in domestic affairs,9/22/2020,Human Rights,"Sri Lanka is asking the United Nations to pursue a policy of respect for “the sovereign equality of States, respect fo...","President calls on UN to follow a policy of non-interference in domestic affairs Sri Lanka is asking the United Nations to pursue a policy of respect for “the sovereign equality of States, respect fo...",positive,0.934820473
Sri Lanka national inflation rises to 6.1-pct in August 2020,9/22/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's national inflation rose to 6.1 percent to 6.2 percent in August 2020 from a year earlier with consumer price...,Sri Lanka national inflation rises to 6.1-pct in August 2020 Sri Lanka's national inflation rose to 6.1 percent to 6.2 percent in August 2020 from a year earlier with consumer price...,negative,-0.796978414
Bribery Commission files charges against Ravi K and Aloysius,9/22/2020,Corruption,The Bribery Commission has filed charges against former Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake for allegedly accepting an ap...,Bribery Commission files charges against Ravi K and Aloysius The Bribery Commission has filed charges against former Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake for allegedly accepting an ap...,negative,-0.987045467
Kandy deadly house collapse – family says they had little warning of the impending disaster,9/21/2020,Accident,The family which lived in the house in Kandy that collapsed killing a young neighbouring family has spoken publicly sayi...,Kandy deadly house collapse – family says they had little warning of the impending disaster The family which lived in the house in Kandy that collapsed killing a young neighbouring family has spoken publicly sayi...,negative,-0.999534845
"Transferring president's powers to ""unelected"" constitutional council undemocratic: GL",9/21/2020,Politics,Transferring an elected president’s powers to a group of unelected individuals such as the constitutional council woul...,"Transferring president's powers to ""unelected"" constitutional council undemocratic: GL Transferring an elected president’s powers to a group of unelected individuals such as the constitutional council woul...",negative,-0.959889948
Sri Lanka to export cinnamon to Brazil in bark form,9/21/2020,Trade,Cinnamon traders in Sri Lanka can now export the spice in bark form to Brazil using a phytosanitary certificate issued b...,Sri Lanka to export cinnamon to Brazil in bark form Cinnamon traders in Sri Lanka can now export the spice in bark form to Brazil using a phytosanitary certificate issued b...,negative,-0.987017095
Kandy House collapse: multiple agencies probing incident that killed young family,9/21/2020,Accident,Multiple agencies including the Police are conducting investigations into the collapse of a five-storey house in Kandy y...,Kandy House collapse: multiple agencies probing incident that killed young family Multiple agencies including the Police are conducting investigations into the collapse of a five-storey house in Kandy y...,negative,-0.997466683
Sri Lanka stock exchange to verify new client IDs online,9/21/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange and the Central Depository System will verify identities of persons with the Departme...,Sri Lanka stock exchange to verify new client IDs online Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange and the Central Depository System will verify identities of persons with the Departme...,negative,-0.924933434
Sri Lanka stocks ends higher,9/21/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.76 per cent higher on Monday, pushed by Index heavy HNB Finance limited, Hemas Holdings an...","Sri Lanka stocks ends higher Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.76 per cent higher on Monday, pushed by Index heavy HNB Finance limited, Hemas Holdings an...",negative,-0.987090528
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weak, bond yields unchanged",9/21/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 185.50/65 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields remained unchanged, dea...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted weak, bond yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 185.50/65 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields remained unchanged, dea...",negative,-0.998350501
"Four new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,287",9/21/2020,Health,"Four new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (21), the National Operations Centre for Prevent...","Four new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,287 Four new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (21), the National Operations Centre for Prevent...",negative,-0.842040062
Foreigners buy Sri Lanka rupee bonds for second week,9/21/2020,Bonds & Forex," Foreign investors have bought Sri Lanka rupee bonds for the second week running ending several months of net selling, o...","Foreigners buy Sri Lanka rupee bonds for second week  Foreign investors have bought Sri Lanka rupee bonds for the second week running ending several months of net selling, o...",negative,-0.985231876
"Sri Lanka plantation wages do not reward productivity, output, workers lost",9/21/2020,Agriculture,An existing wage deal with unions of Sri Lanka's large plantations do not reward the most productive workers unlike smal...,"Sri Lanka plantation wages do not reward productivity, output, workers lost An existing wage deal with unions of Sri Lanka's large plantations do not reward the most productive workers unlike smal...",negative,-0.999383211
"Sri Lanka tea, rubber, palm oil plantation challenges",9/21/2020,Op-ed/Special Reports,Sunil Poholiyadde the immediate past president of the Sri Lanka's Planters' Association which represents over 20 large p...,"Sri Lanka tea, rubber, palm oil plantation challenges Sunil Poholiyadde the immediate past president of the Sri Lanka's Planters' Association which represents over 20 large p...",positive,0.96617204
20th Amendment: End to Sri Lanka’s Democracy: Shouldn’t it be Resisted? - Uyangoda,9/20/2020,Constitutional Amendments,Renowned Political Scientist Professor Emeritus Jayadeva Uyangoda finds the proposed 20th Amendment to the Constitution ...,20th Amendment: End to Sri Lanka’s Democracy: Shouldn’t it be Resisted? - Uyangoda Renowned Political Scientist Professor Emeritus Jayadeva Uyangoda finds the proposed 20th Amendment to the Constitution ...,negative,-0.916033208
Sri Lanka worker remittances up 25-pct in July 2020,9/20/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's foreign remittances hit a high of 702.1 million US dollars in July 2020, rising 24.9 percent from a year ear...","Sri Lanka worker remittances up 25-pct in July 2020 Sri Lanka's foreign remittances hit a high of 702.1 million US dollars in July 2020, rising 24.9 percent from a year ear...",positive,0.748720646
Deadly building collapse in Kandy sign of weak regulation - NBRO,9/20/2020,Accident,The building that collapsed in Kandy killing an infant and two adults may not have been built according to specification...,Deadly building collapse in Kandy sign of weak regulation - NBRO The building that collapsed in Kandy killing an infant and two adults may not have been built according to specification...,negative,-0.999693871
Baby and couple believed killed in Kandy building collapse - officials,9/20/2020,Accident,An infant and two adults are dead after a five-story building collapsed in the heart of Kandy in the early hours of this...,Baby and couple believed killed in Kandy building collapse - officials An infant and two adults are dead after a five-story building collapsed in the heart of Kandy in the early hours of this...,negative,-0.99812144
Sri Lanka boosts tourist driver skills amid Covid-19 lull,9/20/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's state tourism agency said it had initiated a scheme with training organization to boost the skills of touris...,Sri Lanka boosts tourist driver skills amid Covid-19 lull Sri Lanka's state tourism agency said it had initiated a scheme with training organization to boost the skills of touris...,positive,0.947640419
Sri Lanka plantations sitting on Rs300mn in oil palm seedlings amid ban,9/19/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's large commercial plantations companies are sitting on 300 million rupees of worth imported plants, which can...","Sri Lanka plantations sitting on Rs300mn in oil palm seedlings amid ban Sri Lanka's large commercial plantations companies are sitting on 300 million rupees of worth imported plants, which can...",negative,-0.984656513
Covid Task Force urges the public not to relax their guard against the virus,9/19/2020,Health,The authorities are warning the public not to relax their guard against the Covid 19 virus saying the risk of infection ...,Covid Task Force urges the public not to relax their guard against the virus The authorities are warning the public not to relax their guard against the Covid 19 virus saying the risk of infection ...,negative,-0.99796164
Met Dept issues Red Alert as South West monsoon brings heavy rains and high winds,9/19/2020,Weather and Climate,The South-West monsoon continues to batter the country with high winds and rain forecast for the next 24 hours. The Mete...,Met Dept issues Red Alert as South West monsoon brings heavy rains and high winds The South-West monsoon continues to batter the country with high winds and rain forecast for the next 24 hours. The Mete...,negative,-0.977620542
"Sri Lanka job seekers should be adaptable, have self-initiative in post-Covid world: CIMA forum",9/19/2020,Business,Young people and private sector workers who wanted to succeed in the post-Coronavirus environment should be adaptable an...,"Sri Lanka job seekers should be adaptable, have self-initiative in post-Covid world: CIMA forum Young people and private sector workers who wanted to succeed in the post-Coronavirus environment should be adaptable an...",positive,0.974410355
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields flat",9/18/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 185.40/55 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields remained unchanged, dealers...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 185.40/55 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields remained unchanged, dealers...",negative,-0.999399424
Cabinet minister accuses Sri Lanka central bank of not prioritising customer well-being,9/18/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka’s Central Bank has formulated most of its monetary policies with the well-being of banks and finance compani...,Cabinet minister accuses Sri Lanka central bank of not prioritising customer well-being Sri Lanka’s Central Bank has formulated most of its monetary policies with the well-being of banks and finance compani...,negative,-0.995187104
"Five new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,276",9/18/2020,Health,"Five new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (18), the National Operations Centre for Prevent...","Five new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,276 Five new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (18), the National Operations Centre for Prevent...",negative,-0.897167921
Stocks close 1.12-pct higher,9/18/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 1.12 per cent higher on Friday, on Index heavy Browns Investment, HNB Finance limited and LO...","Stocks close 1.12-pct higher Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 1.12 per cent higher on Friday, on Index heavy Browns Investment, HNB Finance limited and LO...",negative,-0.981888115
20A could lead to crisis worse than Yahapalana power struggle: Sri Lanka opposition,9/18/2020,Politics,"By significantly stripping the prime minister’s office of its powers, the 20th amendment to Sri Lanka’s constitution...","20A could lead to crisis worse than Yahapalana power struggle: Sri Lanka opposition By significantly stripping the prime minister’s office of its powers, the 20th amendment to Sri Lanka’s constitution...",negative,-0.999647975
Opposition accuses governing party-men of felling forests and violating sanctuaries,9/18/2020,Environment,The government is vehemently denying that there has been a spate of serious incidents where protected forests have been ...,Opposition accuses governing party-men of felling forests and violating sanctuaries The government is vehemently denying that there has been a spate of serious incidents where protected forests have been ...,positive,0.635631025
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker at open, bond yields stable",9/18/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 184.95/15 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields remained unchanged, dea...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker at open, bond yields stable Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 184.95/15 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields remained unchanged, dea...",negative,-0.993422449
Sri Lanka auto workshops say they can fix state vehicles at a lower cost,9/18/2020,Autos,Sri Lanka Automobile Service Association representing automobile repair workshops around the country say they could repa...,Sri Lanka auto workshops say they can fix state vehicles at a lower cost Sri Lanka Automobile Service Association representing automobile repair workshops around the country say they could repa...,negative,-0.998454928
"Sri Lanka Laugfs terminal handles 400,000MT LP Gas, 60-pct re-exports",9/18/2020,Energy,"Laugfs Terminals Ltd at Hambantota port, a unit of Sri Lanka's publicly traded Laugfs group said it had handled 413,000 ...","Sri Lanka Laugfs terminal handles 400,000MT LP Gas, 60-pct re-exports Laugfs Terminals Ltd at Hambantota port, a unit of Sri Lanka's publicly traded Laugfs group said it had handled 413,000 ...",negative,-0.937369645
Sri Lanka to balance regulation with development: SEC Chairman,9/18/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission will play a developmental role and balance regulation to create confidenc...,Sri Lanka to balance regulation with development: SEC Chairman Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission will play a developmental role and balance regulation to create confidenc...,positive,0.57196939
Sri Lanka to set up new industrial zone for Gampaha-Kegalle,9/17/2020,Business,Sri Lanka will set up a new industrial zone in an area spanning the Gampaha and Kegalle districts with a dozens of indus...,Sri Lanka to set up new industrial zone for Gampaha-Kegalle Sri Lanka will set up a new industrial zone in an area spanning the Gampaha and Kegalle districts with a dozens of indus...,positive,0.897874117
"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields unchanged",9/17/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 185.00/185.10 against the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields remained unchanged and ...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 185.00/185.10 against the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields remained unchanged and ...",negative,-0.999422193
Captain of stricken oil tanker MT New Diamond ordered to appear in court,9/17/2020,Accident,A Colombo Magistrate has issued notice on the Captain of the stricken oil tanker MT New Diamond to appear before him on ...,Captain of stricken oil tanker MT New Diamond ordered to appear in court A Colombo Magistrate has issued notice on the Captain of the stricken oil tanker MT New Diamond to appear before him on ...,negative,-0.940930307
"Sri Lanka not in a position to ""fully accept"" UNHRC remarks: Keheliya",9/17/2020,International Relations,The government is not in a position to fully accept the remarks made about Sri Lanka at the 45th sessions of the United ...,"Sri Lanka not in a position to ""fully accept"" UNHRC remarks: Keheliya The government is not in a position to fully accept the remarks made about Sri Lanka at the 45th sessions of the United ...",negative,-0.999639273
Sri Lanka’s Media freedom will be threatened by proposed 20th Amendment - FMM,9/17/2020,Constitutional Amendments,The Free Media Movement (FMM) is expressing deep concern about the impending threat to the freedom of expression by the ...,Sri Lanka’s Media freedom will be threatened by proposed 20th Amendment - FMM The Free Media Movement (FMM) is expressing deep concern about the impending threat to the freedom of expression by the ...,negative,-0.997154951
"Sri Lanka stock exchange should aim at 500 firms, US$60bn market cap: Minister Cabraal",9/17/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka's stock market should aim at raising listed companies to 500 firms from the current 200 odd and more than quad...,"Sri Lanka stock exchange should aim at 500 firms, US$60bn market cap: Minister Cabraal Sri Lanka's stock market should aim at raising listed companies to 500 firms from the current 200 odd and more than quad...",negative,-0.979989111
Sri Lanka to call international bids for 300MW LNG IPP,9/17/2020,Energy,Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board will call international tenders for a 300 MegaWatt liquefied natural gas ...,Sri Lanka to call international bids for 300MW LNG IPP Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board will call international tenders for a 300 MegaWatt liquefied natural gas ...,negative,-0.97196579
Sri Lanka President takes “ownership” of the 20th Amendment - Keheliya,9/17/2020,Constitutional Amendments,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is the main initiator of the controversial 20th Amendment to the Constitution which is now ...,Sri Lanka President takes “ownership” of the 20th Amendment - Keheliya President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is the main initiator of the controversial 20th Amendment to the Constitution which is now ...,positive,0.977781534
Sri Lanka ranks 83 on Economic Freedom of the World index,9/17/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka ranks 83  out of 162 countries and territories included in the Economic Freedom of the World: 2020 Annual Rep...,Sri Lanka ranks 83 on Economic Freedom of the World index Sri Lanka ranks 83  out of 162 countries and territories included in the Economic Freedom of the World: 2020 Annual Rep...,positive,0.996995091
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firm, gilt yields flat",9/17/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted slightly stronger at 184.90/185.00 against the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields remain...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firm, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee was quoted slightly stronger at 184.90/185.00 against the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields remain...",negative,-0.996051967
No oil leaks so far from New Diamond supertanker: Sri Lanka officials,9/17/2020,Accident,No oil leaks have been detected so far from the MT New Diamond supertanker which caught fire last week in the seas off e...,No oil leaks so far from New Diamond supertanker: Sri Lanka officials No oil leaks have been detected so far from the MT New Diamond supertanker which caught fire last week in the seas off e...,negative,-0.8883937
Sri Lanka vehicle registrations plunge 45-pct in August after import controls,9/17/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's vehicles registrations fell 45 percent to 17,493 in September 2020 from a year earlier with motorbikes falli...","Sri Lanka vehicle registrations plunge 45-pct in August after import controls Sri Lanka's vehicles registrations fell 45 percent to 17,493 in September 2020 from a year earlier with motorbikes falli...",negative,-0.998434126
Sri Lanka to start sea cucumber processing factory in Jaffna,9/16/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's Suganth Seafood (Pvt) Ltd, will start a 1.3 million US dollar factory to process sea cucumbers for exports, ...","Sri Lanka to start sea cucumber processing factory in Jaffna Sri Lanka's Suganth Seafood (Pvt) Ltd, will start a 1.3 million US dollar factory to process sea cucumbers for exports, ...",negative,-0.9627195
SriLankan Airlines says staff allegedly linked to a visa fraud were suspended,9/16/2020,Legal,State-run SriLankan Airlines said four staff members allegedly linked to a visa fraud had been suspended from July 2020 ...,SriLankan Airlines says staff allegedly linked to a visa fraud were suspended State-run SriLankan Airlines said four staff members allegedly linked to a visa fraud had been suspended from July 2020 ...,negative,-0.997033119
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weak, guilt yields flat",9/16/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 185.00/10 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields remained unchanged amids...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weak, guilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 185.00/10 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields remained unchanged amids...",negative,-0.999415755
Sri Lanka health minister appoints committee to probe medical regulator SLMC,9/16/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Minister of Health Pavithra Wanniarachchi has appointed a five-member committee to probe the conduct of th...,Sri Lanka health minister appoints committee to probe medical regulator SLMC Sri Lanka’s Minister of Health Pavithra Wanniarachchi has appointed a five-member committee to probe the conduct of th...,positive,0.877860248
"UN human rights chief's remarks on 20A unwarranted, Sri Lanka tells UNHRC session",9/16/2020,International Relations,The Government of Sri Lanka (GoSL) yesterday refuted UN human rights chief Michelle Bachelet’s recent remarks on the p...,"UN human rights chief's remarks on 20A unwarranted, Sri Lanka tells UNHRC session The Government of Sri Lanka (GoSL) yesterday refuted UN human rights chief Michelle Bachelet’s recent remarks on the p...",negative,-0.963130653
Sri Lanka's Piramal Glass parent's sale narrows to two bidders: report,9/16/2020,Markets,"At least two bidders are vying to by India's Piramal Glass, the parent of publicly traded Piramal Glass Ceylon, a media ...","Sri Lanka's Piramal Glass parent's sale narrows to two bidders: report At least two bidders are vying to by India's Piramal Glass, the parent of publicly traded Piramal Glass Ceylon, a media ...",negative,-0.997636437
Sri Lanka stocks close 1-pct higher,9/16/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks close 0.93 per cent higher on Wednesday, on Index heavy Distilleries Company, Melstacorp and Aitken...","Sri Lanka stocks close 1-pct higher Sri Lanka’s stocks close 0.93 per cent higher on Wednesday, on Index heavy Distilleries Company, Melstacorp and Aitken...",negative,-0.982467473
Sri Lanka Navy recovers abandoned explosives in Mullivaikkal,9/16/2020,Defence,"The Sri Lanka Navy recovered an assortment of explosive items in a privately owned development site in Mullivaikkal, Mul...","Sri Lanka Navy recovers abandoned explosives in Mullivaikkal The Sri Lanka Navy recovered an assortment of explosive items in a privately owned development site in Mullivaikkal, Mul...",negative,-0.981614411
"Sri Lanka PMI: manufacturing, services up August 2020 with Covid-19 control",9/16/2020,Business,A Purchasing Mangers' Index for July 2020 showed Sri Lanka's manufacturing and services continuing a recovery seen in Ju...,"Sri Lanka PMI: manufacturing, services up August 2020 with Covid-19 control A Purchasing Mangers' Index for July 2020 showed Sri Lanka's manufacturing and services continuing a recovery seen in Ju...",positive,0.995432615
Opinion: Questions as to whether another review of the 20A is a sham to distract critics,9/16/2020,Constitutional Amendments,With controversy arising over the proposed 20 Amendment to the Constitution is the Prime Minister using a review of the ...,Opinion: Questions as to whether another review of the 20A is a sham to distract critics With controversy arising over the proposed 20 Amendment to the Constitution is the Prime Minister using a review of the ...,negative,-0.998313308
Quarantine squabble: Bangladesh tour of Sri Lanka hangs in balance,9/16/2020,Sports,The proposed Bangladesh tour of Sri Lanka hangs in the balance as the two countries’ cricket boards continue to be at ...,Quarantine squabble: Bangladesh tour of Sri Lanka hangs in balance The proposed Bangladesh tour of Sri Lanka hangs in the balance as the two countries’ cricket boards continue to be at ...,negative,-0.95850426
No oil leak from New Diamond supertanker so far: Sri Lanka officials,9/16/2020,Accident,No oil leaks have been detected so far from the MT New Diamond supertanker which caught fire last week in the seas off e...,No oil leak from New Diamond supertanker so far: Sri Lanka officials No oil leaks have been detected so far from the MT New Diamond supertanker which caught fire last week in the seas off e...,negative,-0.937796116
Sajith slams govt for not taking ownership of 20A,9/16/2020,Politics,Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa took the government to task yesterday for allegedly refusing to take ownership of the...,Sajith slams govt for not taking ownership of 20A Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa took the government to task yesterday for allegedly refusing to take ownership of the...,negative,-0.991234422
"Sri Lanka rupee opens flat, bond yields stable",9/16/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 184.40/60 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields remained unchanged, de...","Sri Lanka rupee opens flat, bond yields stable Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 184.40/60 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields remained unchanged, de...",negative,-0.9989115
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices fall for third week,9/16/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's Average coconut prices fell 1.54 percent to 52,794 rupees for 1,000 nuts at the second auction in September ...","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices fall for third week Sri Lanka's Average coconut prices fell 1.54 percent to 52,794 rupees for 1,000 nuts at the second auction in September ...",negative,-0.998414397
"New warehouses, fuel tanks, docking bay to make Colombo transshipment hub: President",9/16/2020,Economy,"New warehouse facilities, fuel storage tanks, and a docking bay will be among measures taken to promote Colombo Port as ...","New warehouses, fuel tanks, docking bay to make Colombo transshipment hub: President New warehouse facilities, fuel storage tanks, and a docking bay will be among measures taken to promote Colombo Port as ...",positive,0.995166063
Sri Lanka President orders 70-pct renewable electricity by 2030,9/16/2020,Energy,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has directed that plans be made to produce 70 percent of the electricity in cou...,Sri Lanka President orders 70-pct renewable electricity by 2030 Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has directed that plans be made to produce 70 percent of the electricity in cou...,positive,0.583605945
Sri Lanka's China backed project puts reclaimed land on the market for services FDI,9/16/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's Colombo Port City, a project financed by China-based business group has placed 13 blocks of prime land recla...","Sri Lanka's China backed project puts reclaimed land on the market for services FDI Sri Lanka's Colombo Port City, a project financed by China-based business group has placed 13 blocks of prime land recla...",negative,-0.964010119
Controversies Highlight Need For Greater Mindfulness About Repercussions,9/15/2020,Constitutional Amendments,The formulation of the draft 20th Amendment and its unanimous acceptance by the cabinet is indicative of President Gotab...,Controversies Highlight Need For Greater Mindfulness About Repercussions The formulation of the draft 20th Amendment and its unanimous acceptance by the cabinet is indicative of President Gotab...,negative,-0.956525266
United Nations told “Sri Lanka’s Civil Society is being harassed and intimidated”,9/15/2020,Democracy,International groups are expressing concern that the operating environment for civil society and human rights groups in ...,United Nations told “Sri Lanka’s Civil Society is being harassed and intimidated” International groups are expressing concern that the operating environment for civil society and human rights groups in ...,negative,-0.962513983
"Sri Lanka rupee end weak, gilt yields flat",9/15/2020,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weak at 184.40/45 against the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields remained unchanged, dealers ...","Sri Lanka rupee end weak, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee closed weak at 184.40/45 against the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields remained unchanged, dealers ...",negative,-0.999524236
Sri Lanka mulling over laws to confiscate drug peddler assets at time of arrest,9/15/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka is contemplating amendments to the Prevention of Money Laundering Act and the Financial Transaction Reporting ...,Sri Lanka mulling over laws to confiscate drug peddler assets at time of arrest Sri Lanka is contemplating amendments to the Prevention of Money Laundering Act and the Financial Transaction Reporting ...,negative,-0.980122089
Sri Lanka stocks close 1-pct higher,9/15/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks close 0.98 per cent higher on Tuesday, pushed Index heavy Distilleries Company, Richard Pieris and ...","Sri Lanka stocks close 1-pct higher Sri Lanka’s stocks close 0.98 per cent higher on Tuesday, pushed Index heavy Distilleries Company, Richard Pieris and ...",negative,-0.969915688
President directs officials to boost liquid milk production in Sri Lanka,9/15/2020,Economy,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has directed officials to implement short and long-term plans in collaboration with the pub...,President directs officials to boost liquid milk production in Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has directed officials to implement short and long-term plans in collaboration with the pub...,positive,0.959683597
School Principal sentenced for cruelty to a child - NCPA,9/15/2020,Education,A school principal has been given a suspended sentence after being found guilty of cruelty against a 12-year-old student...,School Principal sentenced for cruelty to a child - NCPA A school principal has been given a suspended sentence after being found guilty of cruelty against a 12-year-old student...,negative,-0.994985104
Sri Lanka fintech start-ups seek funding in virtual pitch,9/15/2020,ICT,"Seven Sri Lanka fintech start-ups, which are developing applications for insurance, payments and credit products, are se...","Sri Lanka fintech start-ups seek funding in virtual pitch Seven Sri Lanka fintech start-ups, which are developing applications for insurance, payments and credit products, are se...",negative,-0.967163563
"Traffic lane law: No fines at first, ""disciplinary"" classes for tuk drivers, motorcyclists",9/15/2020,Law and Order,Police will not fine drivers who do not adhere to Sri Lanka's new traffic lane law during an introductory phase from Mon...,"Traffic lane law: No fines at first, ""disciplinary"" classes for tuk drivers, motorcyclists Police will not fine drivers who do not adhere to Sri Lanka's new traffic lane law during an introductory phase from Mon...",negative,-0.997368336
"Sri Lanka GDP to shrink 5.5-pct in 2020, Maldives 20-pct, Bangladesh to grow: ADB",9/15/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's gross domestic product will contract 5.5 percent in 2020 amid a Coronavirus crisis while tourism dependent M...,"Sri Lanka GDP to shrink 5.5-pct in 2020, Maldives 20-pct, Bangladesh to grow: ADB Sri Lanka's gross domestic product will contract 5.5 percent in 2020 amid a Coronavirus crisis while tourism dependent M...",negative,-0.631795824
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields stable",9/15/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 184.25/40 against the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields remained unchanged, ...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields stable Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 184.25/40 against the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields remained unchanged, ...",negative,-0.979901314
Sri Lanka insurance premiums to fall amid import controls as new business sought: Fitch,9/15/2020,Finance,Sri Lanka's general insurance premiums may fall as motor business stalls amid import controls and insurers seek new area...,Sri Lanka insurance premiums to fall amid import controls as new business sought: Fitch Sri Lanka's general insurance premiums may fall as motor business stalls amid import controls and insurers seek new area...,negative,-0.999337852
"Twenty-eight new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,262",9/15/2020,Health,"Twenty-eight new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (15), the National Operations Centre for...","Twenty-eight new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,262 Twenty-eight new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (15), the National Operations Centre for...",negative,-0.864942789
Sri Lanka's Central Finance rating confirmed at 'A+(lka)' amid NPL spike,9/15/2020,Banking,"Fitch Ratings said it was confirming an 'A+(lka)' rating of Central Finance Plc, Sri Lanka's fourth largest finance comp...","Sri Lanka's Central Finance rating confirmed at 'A+(lka)' amid NPL spike Fitch Ratings said it was confirming an 'A+(lka)' rating of Central Finance Plc, Sri Lanka's fourth largest finance comp...",negative,-0.920467198
Sri Lanka finance leasing NPLs spike to 14-pct in June 2020,9/15/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's finance and leasing company non-performing loans spiked to 14.14 percent in June 2020 from 11.37 percent in ...,Sri Lanka finance leasing NPLs spike to 14-pct in June 2020 Sri Lanka's finance and leasing company non-performing loans spiked to 14.14 percent in June 2020 from 11.37 percent in ...,negative,-0.95553267
"Sri Lanka imports fall in July 2020 amid credit contraction, import controls",9/14/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's imports fell 24 percent from a year earlier to 1,294 million US dollars in July 2020, central bank data show...","Sri Lanka imports fall in July 2020 amid credit contraction, import controls Sri Lanka's imports fell 24 percent from a year earlier to 1,294 million US dollars in July 2020, central bank data show...",negative,-0.998104811
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firm, gilt yields flat",9/14/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 184.10/30 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields remained unchanged after ...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firm, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 184.10/30 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields remained unchanged after ...",negative,-0.997118592
UNP elects Ruwan Wijewardene Deputy Leader - due to replace Ranil next year,9/14/2020,Politics,Former State Minister for Defense Ruwan Wijewardene has been elected the Deputy Leader of the United National Party secr...,UNP elects Ruwan Wijewardene Deputy Leader - due to replace Ranil next year Former State Minister for Defense Ruwan Wijewardene has been elected the Deputy Leader of the United National Party secr...,positive,0.980530143
Twentieth Amendment “only the beginning of a process of Constitutional change” - GL,9/14/2020,Constitutional Amendments,A nine-member committee appointed by Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa to study the various opinions that have been expre...,Twentieth Amendment “only the beginning of a process of Constitutional change” - GL A nine-member committee appointed by Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa to study the various opinions that have been expre...,positive,0.94480449
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise to 13 with foreign returnee, total Covid-19 positive 3,235",9/14/2020,Health,"A 60-year old seaman who returned from Bahrain had died in hospital on September 14, taking the total death related to C...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise to 13 with foreign returnee, total Covid-19 positive 3,235 A 60-year old seaman who returned from Bahrain had died in hospital on September 14, taking the total death related to C...",negative,-0.988553405
Sri Lanka stocks close 1-pct higher,9/14/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.95 per cent higher on Monday, pushed by Index heavy Melstacorp PLC, Hemas Holdings PLC and...","Sri Lanka stocks close 1-pct higher Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.95 per cent higher on Monday, pushed by Index heavy Melstacorp PLC, Hemas Holdings PLC and...",negative,-0.994125247
Twelve new judges appointed,9/14/2020,Legal,Twelve new high court judges were appointed in Sri Lanka today.,Twelve new judges appointed Twelve new high court judges were appointed in Sri Lanka today.,positive,0.997848272
Boossa inmates call off hunger strikes,9/14/2020,Human Rights,Inmates at the Bossa prison have called off a four-day-long hunger strike launched last week over a number of demands.,Boossa inmates call off hunger strikes Inmates at the Bossa prison have called off a four-day-long hunger strike launched last week over a number of demands.,negative,-0.991371512
EU funds higher education capacity building in Sri Lanka and the Maldives,9/14/2020,Economy,The delegation of the European Union said it is funding fifteen agencies in Sri Lanka and two in the Maldives to build h...,EU funds higher education capacity building in Sri Lanka and the Maldives The delegation of the European Union said it is funding fifteen agencies in Sri Lanka and two in the Maldives to build h...,positive,0.945237994
"Sri Lanka LB Finance 'A-(lka)' confirmed, Fitch expected import controls to drive gold loans",9/14/2020,Banking,"Fitch Ratings has confirmed an 'A-(lka)' rating of LB Finance, Sri Lanka's third largest non-bank finance leasing compan...","Sri Lanka LB Finance 'A-(lka)' confirmed, Fitch expected import controls to drive gold loans Fitch Ratings has confirmed an 'A-(lka)' rating of LB Finance, Sri Lanka's third largest non-bank finance leasing compan...",negative,-0.920814097
MEPA specialists aboard New Diamond tanker to collect fuel samples,9/14/2020,Accidents,A team of specialists from the Marine Environment Protection Authority (MEPA) was deployed this morning to collect all f...,MEPA specialists aboard New Diamond tanker to collect fuel samples A team of specialists from the Marine Environment Protection Authority (MEPA) was deployed this morning to collect all f...,negative,-0.792532802
20A could rob citizens their right to be heard: Eran,9/14/2020,Politics,Problematic provisions in the proposed 20th amendment to Sri Lanka's constitution could rob citizens of their right to q...,20A could rob citizens their right to be heard: Eran Problematic provisions in the proposed 20th amendment to Sri Lanka's constitution could rob citizens of their right to q...,negative,-0.996533751
20A: NMSJ welcomes purported plans for wider consultation,9/14/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka’s decision to subject the proposed 20th amendment to the constitution to wider consultation was a welcome mo...,20A: NMSJ welcomes purported plans for wider consultation Sri Lanka’s decision to subject the proposed 20th amendment to the constitution to wider consultation was a welcome mo...,positive,0.998102367
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields stable",9/14/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 184.40/55 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields were steady, dealers said...","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields stable Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 184.40/55 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields were steady, dealers said...",positive,0.501978219
"Thirty-nine new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,234",9/14/2020,Health,"Thirty-nine new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (14), the National Operations Centre for ...","Thirty-nine new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,234 Thirty-nine new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (14), the National Operations Centre for ...",negative,-0.906872153
US sanctions on China firms will not affect investments in Sri Lanka's reclaimed port city: official,9/14/2020,Business,"Colombo Port City, where investors will get land from the government of Sri Lanka are not part of United States sanction...","US sanctions on China firms will not affect investments in Sri Lanka's reclaimed port city: official Colombo Port City, where investors will get land from the government of Sri Lanka are not part of United States sanction...",negative,-0.965402603
Delisting prominent Russian ‘varsities was a mistake – SLMC Chair,9/14/2020,Education,Delisting three prominent Russian universities from its approved list of global medical institutions for Sri Lankan stud...,Delisting prominent Russian ‘varsities was a mistake – SLMC Chair Delisting three prominent Russian universities from its approved list of global medical institutions for Sri Lankan stud...,negative,-0.999698997
Sri Lanka low grown Ceylon teas pick up,9/14/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's high priced Low Grown teas prices picked in the first auction of September, while cheaper high grown teas to...","Sri Lanka low grown Ceylon teas pick up Sri Lanka's high priced Low Grown teas prices picked in the first auction of September, while cheaper high grown teas to...",negative,-0.951861203
Sri Lanka calls for regional effort to overcome task of economic recovery,9/13/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka is stressing the need for Asian countries to come together to face the uphill task of economic recovery and re...,Sri Lanka calls for regional effort to overcome task of economic recovery Sri Lanka is stressing the need for Asian countries to come together to face the uphill task of economic recovery and re...,positive,0.96298027
Sri Lanka mobile network Dialog adopts QR code payments,9/13/2020,ICT,Mobile operator Dialog Axiata said it had adopted Sri Lanka's national quick response code (QR) which will enable paymen...,Sri Lanka mobile network Dialog adopts QR code payments Mobile operator Dialog Axiata said it had adopted Sri Lanka's national quick response code (QR) which will enable paymen...,negative,-0.945593536
Thailand firms win cylinder deals from Sri Lanka state LPG distributor,9/13/2020,Energy,Sri Lanka's state-run Litro Gas Lanka has awarded two contracts to Thailand based firms to supply liquefied petroleum ga...,Thailand firms win cylinder deals from Sri Lanka state LPG distributor Sri Lanka's state-run Litro Gas Lanka has awarded two contracts to Thailand based firms to supply liquefied petroleum ga...,negative,-0.830032587
Sri Lanka gets US$56mn from World Bank CERT re-allocations for Covid-19,9/13/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has been given 56 million US dollars by the World Bank from existing projects for anti-Coronavirus projects, o...","Sri Lanka gets US$56mn from World Bank CERT re-allocations for Covid-19 Sri Lanka has been given 56 million US dollars by the World Bank from existing projects for anti-Coronavirus projects, o...",negative,-0.987774968
"Sri Lanka exports down 8.2-pct in August 2020; UK, Italy, China up",9/12/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's merchandise exports fell 8.2 percent to 947.7 million US dollars in August 2020, from 1,033.2 million a year...","Sri Lanka exports down 8.2-pct in August 2020; UK, Italy, China up Sri Lanka's merchandise exports fell 8.2 percent to 947.7 million US dollars in August 2020, from 1,033.2 million a year...",negative,-0.998519361
Young Lankan Housemaid allegedly tortured to death in Kuwait,9/12/2020,Crime,The body of a 31-year old Sri Lankan maid who has allegedly been tortured to death in Kuwait is to be repatriated to Sri...,Young Lankan Housemaid allegedly tortured to death in Kuwait The body of a 31-year old Sri Lankan maid who has allegedly been tortured to death in Kuwait is to be repatriated to Sri...,negative,-0.99443382
Bakeer Markar makes appeal to repatriate unemployed migrant workers,9/12/2020,Democracy,"Parliamentarian Imthiaz Bakeer Markar is proposing that the government prioritize the return of more than 50,000 Sri Lan...","Bakeer Markar makes appeal to repatriate unemployed migrant workers Parliamentarian Imthiaz Bakeer Markar is proposing that the government prioritize the return of more than 50,000 Sri Lan...",positive,0.741431355
Sri Lanka to set up pharmaceutical investment zone in Hambantota,9/12/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka will set up a pharmaceuticals investment zone in Hambantota, under a government plan to produce 50 percent of ...","Sri Lanka to set up pharmaceutical investment zone in Hambantota Sri Lanka will set up a pharmaceuticals investment zone in Hambantota, under a government plan to produce 50 percent of ...",negative,-0.900795758
Sri Lanka forex reserves rise to US$7.4bn in Aug 2020,9/12/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's forex reserves had risen to 7,440.5 million US dollars in August 2020 from 7,095.8 million US dollars in Sep...","Sri Lanka forex reserves rise to US$7.4bn in Aug 2020 Sri Lanka's forex reserves had risen to 7,440.5 million US dollars in August 2020 from 7,095.8 million US dollars in Sep...",negative,-0.866002619
Sri Lanka sells less than offered bonds at auction,9/12/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has sold 96.5 billion rupees of bonds at an auction on September 11, after offering 100 billion rupees, data f...","Sri Lanka sells less than offered bonds at auction Sri Lanka has sold 96.5 billion rupees of bonds at an auction on September 11, after offering 100 billion rupees, data f...",negative,-0.990452051
"Russia ""concerned"" after Sri Lanka delists prominent scholarship-granting Medical Universities",9/11/2020,Education,Russia is expressing concern that Sri Lanka’s Medical Council (SLMC) has cut several Russian Universities from the app...,"Russia ""concerned"" after Sri Lanka delists prominent scholarship-granting Medical Universities Russia is expressing concern that Sri Lanka’s Medical Council (SLMC) has cut several Russian Universities from the app...",negative,-0.997921884
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firm, gilt yields steady",9/11/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 184.45/55 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were steady in today's 10...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firm, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 184.45/55 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were steady in today's 10...",positive,0.974046111
Sri Lanka stocks close higher on Distilleries,9/11/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.73 per cent higher on Friday, with Distilleries Company, Singer Sri Lanka and Melstacorp p...","Sri Lanka stocks close higher on Distilleries Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.73 per cent higher on Friday, with Distilleries Company, Singer Sri Lanka and Melstacorp p...",negative,-0.985421121
President wants number of National Schools to be increased to one thousand,9/11/2020,Education,Sri Lankan government will increase the number of National Schools to 1000 while improving the existing schools to provi...,President wants number of National Schools to be increased to one thousand Sri Lankan government will increase the number of National Schools to 1000 while improving the existing schools to provi...,positive,0.989074886
Lack of transparency in governance brought by 20A will deter investment - Harsha,9/11/2020,Economy,The Opposition is charging that provisions in the proposed 20th Amendment will affect development negatively because it ...,Lack of transparency in governance brought by 20A will deter investment - Harsha The Opposition is charging that provisions in the proposed 20th Amendment will affect development negatively because it ...,negative,-0.999670148
"Eight new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,155",9/11/2020,Health,"Eight new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (11), the National Operations Centre for Preven...","Eight new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,155 Eight new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (11), the National Operations Centre for Preven...",negative,-0.880186915
GR denies influencing courts regarding Choka Malli’s swearing-in,9/11/2020,Constitutional Amendments,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is saying neither he nor Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa exerted undue influence on the Co...,GR denies influencing courts regarding Choka Malli’s swearing-in President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is saying neither he nor Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa exerted undue influence on the Co...,negative,-0.997850537
"Sri Lanka, UK duo looks to commercialize honey coated banana-fibre mask concept",9/11/2020,Business,"Two Bahrain resident expatriates from Sri Lanka and Britain say they have conceived and are developing a honey coated, b...","Sri Lanka, UK duo looks to commercialize honey coated banana-fibre mask concept Two Bahrain resident expatriates from Sri Lanka and Britain say they have conceived and are developing a honey coated, b...",negative,-0.995897293
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields flat ahead of bond auction",9/11/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 184.50/65 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were flat as the mark...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields flat ahead of bond auction Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 184.50/65 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were flat as the mark...",negative,-0.993062913
Foreign Ministry revamp in progress with six new envoys proposed by the President,9/11/2020,International Relations,Sri Lanka’s Foreign Service is getting an overhaul with the planned termination of the postings of heads of missions w...,Foreign Ministry revamp in progress with six new envoys proposed by the President Sri Lanka’s Foreign Service is getting an overhaul with the planned termination of the postings of heads of missions w...,negative,-0.994276106
Virtusa to be bought by Baring Private Equity Asia for US$2.0bn,9/11/2020,ICT,"Baring Private Equity Asia (BEPA) is to buy Virtusa, a technology company which has a development centre in Sri Lanka in...","Virtusa to be bought by Baring Private Equity Asia for US$2.0bn Baring Private Equity Asia (BEPA) is to buy Virtusa, a technology company which has a development centre in Sri Lanka in...",negative,-0.983439267
"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker, gilt yields stable",9/10/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 184.65/80 against the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields were marginally up in act...,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker, gilt yields stable Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 184.65/80 against the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields were marginally up in act...",negative,-0.992345154
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.67-pct up,9/10/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.67 percent higher on Thursday, with Carson Cumberbatch, Browns Investments and Distillerie...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.67-pct up Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.67 percent higher on Thursday, with Carson Cumberbatch, Browns Investments and Distillerie...",negative,-0.993654847
State Minister says poor quality goods are being imported,9/10/2020,Commodities,"State Minister of Co-operative Services, Marketing Development and Consumer Protection Lasantha Alagiyawanna is saying t...","State Minister says poor quality goods are being imported State Minister of Co-operative Services, Marketing Development and Consumer Protection Lasantha Alagiyawanna is saying t...",negative,-0.999543965
Minister Gammanpila supports the introduction of PayPal to Sri Lanka,9/10/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka will introduce PayPal for people living here once some security concerns are resolved, Co-Cabinet Spokesman Ud...","Minister Gammanpila supports the introduction of PayPal to Sri Lanka Sri Lanka will introduce PayPal for people living here once some security concerns are resolved, Co-Cabinet Spokesman Ud...",positive,0.96987319
Sri Lanka 20th amendment: TISL warns of compromised accountability,9/10/2020,Politics,"The right to information, corruption investigations, oversight of public finance and the ability to conduct free and f...","Sri Lanka 20th amendment: TISL warns of compromised accountability The right to information, corruption investigations, oversight of public finance and the ability to conduct free and f...",negative,-0.593960285
Sri Lanka mall teams up with fashion and finance to revive retail sector,9/10/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's Colombo Fashion Week in collaboration with One Galle Face, HSBC and high-end retail brands are launching a t...","Sri Lanka mall teams up with fashion and finance to revive retail sector Sri Lanka's Colombo Fashion Week in collaboration with One Galle Face, HSBC and high-end retail brands are launching a t...",positive,0.999035835
20A draft not perfect; any mistakes can be ironed out at committee stage: Gammanpila,9/10/2020,Politics,The draft 20th amendment to Sri Lanka’s constitution is not perfect and any mistakes can be ironed out at the committe...,20A draft not perfect; any mistakes can be ironed out at committee stage: Gammanpila The draft 20th amendment to Sri Lanka’s constitution is not perfect and any mistakes can be ironed out at the committe...,negative,-0.99879849
Minister’s brother connected to wetlands destruction - probe,9/10/2020,Crime,A prominent governing party State Minister’s brother is connected to the unlawful clearing of a section of the protect...,Minister’s brother connected to wetlands destruction - probe A prominent governing party State Minister’s brother is connected to the unlawful clearing of a section of the protect...,negative,-0.963647544
"Seven new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,147",9/10/2020,Health,"Seven new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (10), the National Operations Centre for Preven...","Seven new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,147 Seven new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (10), the National Operations Centre for Preven...",negative,-0.869864881
Sri Lanka govt agencies directed advertise in state media to cover losses,9/10/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's government agencies would be directed to spend 25 percent of their advertising and promotional budgets in st...,Sri Lanka govt agencies directed advertise in state media to cover losses Sri Lanka's government agencies would be directed to spend 25 percent of their advertising and promotional budgets in st...,negative,-0.999101281
Advocata panel finds many barriers for women to enter politics,9/10/2020,Democracy,A panel discussion hosted by the think tank Advocata has highlighted myriad issues that prevent more women from entering...,Advocata panel finds many barriers for women to enter politics A panel discussion hosted by the think tank Advocata has highlighted myriad issues that prevent more women from entering...,positive,0.706279397
Sri Lanka NPLs rise to 5.3-pct of loans in 2020 June,9/10/2020,Banking,"Non-performing loans at Sri Lanka's commercial banks grew to 5.3 percent of total loans by June 2020, from 4.9 percent i...","Sri Lanka NPLs rise to 5.3-pct of loans in 2020 June Non-performing loans at Sri Lanka's commercial banks grew to 5.3 percent of total loans by June 2020, from 4.9 percent i...",positive,0.569927096
Sri Lanka should move towards income protection and unemployment insurance: IPS Researcher,9/10/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka should move towards income protection and avoid restrictive regulations that backfire on workers and look for ...,Sri Lanka should move towards income protection and unemployment insurance: IPS Researcher Sri Lanka should move towards income protection and avoid restrictive regulations that backfire on workers and look for ...,positive,0.986510098
Sri Lanka plans to cap forex risks of rupee bond investors through swap: Minister Cabraal,9/10/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka will offer to cap forex risks of investors in a bid to draw investors into rupee debt which will reduce the co...,Sri Lanka plans to cap forex risks of rupee bond investors through swap: Minister Cabraal Sri Lanka will offer to cap forex risks of investors in a bid to draw investors into rupee debt which will reduce the co...,negative,-0.98794812
Sri Lanka preparing its legal strategy with regard to the MT New Diamond disaster,9/9/2020,Accident,Sri Lanka is planning its legal strategy to sue the owners of the Supertanker that caught fire off its shores and is cur...,Sri Lanka preparing its legal strategy with regard to the MT New Diamond disaster Sri Lanka is planning its legal strategy to sue the owners of the Supertanker that caught fire off its shores and is cur...,negative,-0.996395171
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields flat,9/9/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields were flat at Wednesday's auction with 40 billion rupees of bills offered and sold, data fr...","Sri Lanka Treasuries yields flat Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields were flat at Wednesday's auction with 40 billion rupees of bills offered and sold, data fr...",negative,-0.999647141
Sri Lanka's Crysbro enters seed paddy production,9/9/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's Crysbro, an agri-industrial group said it has started producing seed paddy on 1,000 acres of farmland which ...","Sri Lanka's Crysbro enters seed paddy production Sri Lanka's Crysbro, an agri-industrial group said it has started producing seed paddy on 1,000 acres of farmland which ...",negative,-0.738493025
Sri Lanka to take legal action against owners of New Diamond tanker - MEPA,9/9/2020,Accident,Sri Lanka will file legal action against the owners of the New Diamond supertanker that caught fire in the island’s ma...,Sri Lanka to take legal action against owners of New Diamond tanker - MEPA Sri Lanka will file legal action against the owners of the New Diamond supertanker that caught fire in the island’s ma...,negative,-0.993555963
Red notices issued for five provinces as Met Dept forecasts heavy rain,9/9/2020,weather,Sri Lanka Met department is issuing Red warnings for heavy rainfalls and strong winds for several districts in five prov...,Red notices issued for five provinces as Met Dept forecasts heavy rain Sri Lanka Met department is issuing Red warnings for heavy rainfalls and strong winds for several districts in five prov...,negative,-0.950347722
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields ease",9/9/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 184.25/30 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields came down marginal...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields ease Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 184.25/30 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields came down marginal...",negative,-0.992339134
Fire onboard New Diamond is “completely doused” - Sri Lanka Navy,9/9/2020,Accident,The Sri Lanka Navy is declaring that the fire onboard the Supertanker MT New Diamond is completely doused and no flames ...,Fire onboard New Diamond is “completely doused” - Sri Lanka Navy The Sri Lanka Navy is declaring that the fire onboard the Supertanker MT New Diamond is completely doused and no flames ...,negative,-0.988958597
Fire on stricken Supertanker is “under control” – no oil leaks from tanks - Navy,9/9/2020,Accident,An Indian Coastguard Dornier Aircraft was deployed yesterday Sept 8 to drop diesel dispersant on a patch of diesel disco...,Fire on stricken Supertanker is “under control” – no oil leaks from tanks - Navy An Indian Coastguard Dornier Aircraft was deployed yesterday Sept 8 to drop diesel dispersant on a patch of diesel disco...,negative,-0.981135309
Sri Lanka allows multilateral agencies to buy 20-pct of a bank,9/8/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's central bank said it will allow multilateral agencies such as the International Finance Corporation, the Asi...","Sri Lanka allows multilateral agencies to buy 20-pct of a bank Sri Lanka's central bank said it will allow multilateral agencies such as the International Finance Corporation, the Asi...",negative,-0.529210269
Government Parliamentarians give nod to ban on cattle slaughter,9/8/2020,Animal Rights,Sri Lanka’s governing party Members of Parliament agreed today to bring about a ban on cattle slaughter in the country...,Government Parliamentarians give nod to ban on cattle slaughter Sri Lanka’s governing party Members of Parliament agreed today to bring about a ban on cattle slaughter in the country...,positive,0.885625541
SJB launches a movement against the 20th Amendment to the Constitution,9/8/2020,Constitutional Amendments,The Main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) today Sept 8 launched a protest movement to safeguard the democratic pr...,SJB launches a movement against the 20th Amendment to the Constitution The Main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) today Sept 8 launched a protest movement to safeguard the democratic pr...,negative,-0.956060767
No new Covid patients today - Operations Centre,9/8/2020,Health,"No new COVID-19 patients were reported in Sri Lanka as at 6 am today (Sep 08), the government said. Yesterday two patien...","No new Covid patients today - Operations Centre No new COVID-19 patients were reported in Sri Lanka as at 6 am today (Sep 08), the government said. Yesterday two patien...",negative,-0.991779387
"Sri Lanka rupee ends strong, gilt yields down marginally",9/8/2020,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 184.30/40 against the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields came down in short tenu...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends strong, gilt yields down marginally  Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 184.30/40 against the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields came down in short tenu...",negative,-0.806550384
Anura Kumara wants Central Bank actions between 2008 and 2015 probed,9/8/2020,Banking,Leader of the National Peoples’ Power alliance (NPP) Anura Kumara Dissanayake is asking the government to provide a se...,Anura Kumara wants Central Bank actions between 2008 and 2015 probed Leader of the National Peoples’ Power alliance (NPP) Anura Kumara Dissanayake is asking the government to provide a se...,negative,-0.980068684
Proposal to appoint new UNP leader next year,9/8/2020,Democracy,"The United National Party may not appoint a successor to Party Leader Ranil Wickremesinghe this year, but put it off for...","Proposal to appoint new UNP leader next year The United National Party may not appoint a successor to Party Leader Ranil Wickremesinghe this year, but put it off for...",negative,-0.996944368
Sri Lanka burning Supertanker fire “under better control” – Navy spokesman,9/8/2020,Accident,The Sri Lanka Navy is reporting that the fire that re-ignited on board the Supertanker MT New Diamond last evening is un...,Sri Lanka burning Supertanker fire “under better control” – Navy spokesman The Sri Lanka Navy is reporting that the fire that re-ignited on board the Supertanker MT New Diamond last evening is un...,negative,-0.999405384
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices fall for second week,9/8/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's average coconut prices fell -1.77 percent to 53,624 rupees for 1,000 nuts at the first auction in September ...","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices fall for second week Sri Lanka's average coconut prices fell -1.77 percent to 53,624 rupees for 1,000 nuts at the first auction in September ...",negative,-0.998753548
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.22-pct higher,9/8/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.22 percent higher on Tuesday, with Lion Brewery Ceylon, Distilleries company and Commercia...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.22-pct higher Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.22 percent higher on Tuesday, with Lion Brewery Ceylon, Distilleries company and Commercia...",negative,-0.993083954
Opposition protests in Parliament as murder convict Jayasekara is sworn in as MP,9/8/2020,Courts,Parliament descended into a raucous shouting pit this afternoon after the Opposition came to the House clad in Black sha...,Opposition protests in Parliament as murder convict Jayasekara is sworn in as MP Parliament descended into a raucous shouting pit this afternoon after the Opposition came to the House clad in Black sha...,negative,-0.995524049
Sri Lankan experts reach the New Diamond to assess environmental impact - officials,9/8/2020,Accident,Two teams of scientists and experts from the Sri Lankan Marine Environment Protection Authority (MEPA) are currently dep...,Sri Lankan experts reach the New Diamond to assess environmental impact - officials Two teams of scientists and experts from the Sri Lankan Marine Environment Protection Authority (MEPA) are currently dep...,negative,-0.966298819
Sri Lanka President says to permit gem mining in plantation company land,9/8/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had decided to give the go ahead for gem industry to mine lands under plantatio...,Sri Lanka President says to permit gem mining in plantation company land Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had decided to give the go ahead for gem industry to mine lands under plantatio...,negative,-0.608758986
"Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, bond yields ease on short tenures",9/8/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger 184.35/45 against the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields came down in short tenu...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, bond yields ease on short tenures Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger 184.35/45 against the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields came down in short tenu...",negative,-0.990038514
Sri Lanka President orders 15-pct import tax on gold removed,9/8/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered a 15 percent tax on gold to be removed to reduce the costs of the jew...,Sri Lanka President orders 15-pct import tax on gold removed Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered a 15 percent tax on gold to be removed to reduce the costs of the jew...,negative,-0.986376345
"How Sri Lanka, Latin America was busted by Fed money doctors creating strongmen, anti-Americanism: B...",9/8/2020,Bellwether,"Sri Lanka's monetary instability, the rising cost of living, falling living standards and the resultant strikes, revolut","How Sri Lanka, Latin America was busted by Fed money doctors creating strongmen, anti-Americanism: B... Sri Lanka's monetary instability, the rising cost of living, falling living standards and the resultant strikes, revolut",negative,-0.990055919
SJB Parliamentary Group resolves to fight the proposed 20th Amendment,9/7/2020,Constitutional Amendments,The main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya says its Parliamentary Group resolved unanimously to fight the proposed 20th ...,SJB Parliamentary Group resolves to fight the proposed 20th Amendment The main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya says its Parliamentary Group resolved unanimously to fight the proposed 20th ...,positive,0.664400935
Crews are battling a fresh fire on board the MT New Diamond - Navy,9/7/2020,Accident,Fresh flames have risen in the funnel section of the MT New Diamond Supertanker and firefighters are battling the fire u...,Crews are battling a fresh fire on board the MT New Diamond - Navy Fresh flames have risen in the funnel section of the MT New Diamond Supertanker and firefighters are battling the fire u...,positive,0.985124528
Dubai returnee dies while in quarantine due to infected wound - Officials,9/7/2020,Health,A returnee from Dubai has died while undergoing quarantine in Nuwara Eliya but not from Covid related symptoms officials...,Dubai returnee dies while in quarantine due to infected wound - Officials A returnee from Dubai has died while undergoing quarantine in Nuwara Eliya but not from Covid related symptoms officials...,negative,-0.998567104
"Sri Lanka rupee ends strong, gilt yields steady",9/7/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger 184.65/80 against the US dollar on Monday while stocks fell and bond yields remained ste...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends strong, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger 184.65/80 against the US dollar on Monday while stocks fell and bond yields remained ste...",positive,0.976780355
Sri Lanka still in Forbes’s ranking of top 100 safest countries during Covid,9/7/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has slipped down seven places in Forbes’s ranking of the safest countries on earth during the Covid pandemic...,Sri Lanka still in Forbes’s ranking of top 100 safest countries during Covid Sri Lanka has slipped down seven places in Forbes’s ranking of the safest countries on earth during the Covid pandemic...,negative,-0.997068226
"20A not centred around individuals, but will reverse 19A that targeted individuals: GL",9/7/2020,Politics,"The 20th amendment to Sri Lanka’s constitution was not drafted to serve the interests of any individual but will, in f...","20A not centred around individuals, but will reverse 19A that targeted individuals: GL The 20th amendment to Sri Lanka’s constitution was not drafted to serve the interests of any individual but will, in f...",negative,-0.691479743
Proposed New 20th Amendment will take Sri Lanka back to the Stone Age - NPP,9/7/2020,Constitutional Amendments,"Opposition activist, Attorney at Law Harshana Nanayakkara is saying that the 20th Amendment to the Constitution if enact...","Proposed New 20th Amendment will take Sri Lanka back to the Stone Age - NPP Opposition activist, Attorney at Law Harshana Nanayakkara is saying that the 20th Amendment to the Constitution if enact...",negative,-0.982396722
Sri Lanka court permits death row inmate Jayasekara to come to Parliament,9/7/2020,Courts,The Court of Appeal has issued an interim order permitting convicted murderer Premalal Jayasekara to attend Parliamentar...,Sri Lanka court permits death row inmate Jayasekara to come to Parliament The Court of Appeal has issued an interim order permitting convicted murderer Premalal Jayasekara to attend Parliamentar...,negative,-0.891043723
Salvage experts reach Sri Lanka Burning Supertanker MT New Diamond- Navy,9/7/2020,Accident,A team of six experts is now at the location of the burning Supertanker MT New Diamond and are expected to conduct an as...,Salvage experts reach Sri Lanka Burning Supertanker MT New Diamond- Navy A team of six experts is now at the location of the burning Supertanker MT New Diamond and are expected to conduct an as...,negative,-0.539506912
Temporary respite from heavy rains today; landslide warnings issued,9/7/2020,Weather and Climate,"Though prevailing showery and windy conditions in Sri Lanka are expected to temporarily reduce in intensity today, showe...","Temporary respite from heavy rains today; landslide warnings issued Though prevailing showery and windy conditions in Sri Lanka are expected to temporarily reduce in intensity today, showe...",negative,-0.963357866
"Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, bond yields flat",9/7/2020,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger 184.80/185.00 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields were unchanged, dea...","Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, bond yields flat  Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger 184.80/185.00 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields were unchanged, dea...",negative,-0.997605324
Opposition SJB to launch anti-20th Amendment movement tomorrow,9/7/2020,Constitutional Amendments,The main Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) will launch a protest movement against the proposed 20th Amendment to t...,Opposition SJB to launch anti-20th Amendment movement tomorrow The main Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) will launch a protest movement against the proposed 20th Amendment to t...,negative,-0.985660911
"Sri Lanka automobile sector in trouble with import controls, regime uncertainty",9/7/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's auto sector is grinding to a halt while some type of tyres are also no available in the market, with import ...","Sri Lanka automobile sector in trouble with import controls, regime uncertainty Sri Lanka's auto sector is grinding to a halt while some type of tyres are also no available in the market, with import ...",negative,-0.9996382
"MT New Diamond fire extinguished, Sri Lanka Navy says",9/6/2020,Logistics,"Sri Lanka's Navy said a fire on board a MT New Diamond, a very large crude carrier had been extinguished after the disas...","MT New Diamond fire extinguished, Sri Lanka Navy says Sri Lanka's Navy said a fire on board a MT New Diamond, a very large crude carrier had been extinguished after the disas...",negative,-0.994319439
Sri Lanka counting the costs of dealing with burning Supertanker,9/6/2020,Accident,Sri Lanka is in the process of estimating the financial and environmental cost of the crisis created by the fire on boar...,Sri Lanka counting the costs of dealing with burning Supertanker Sri Lanka is in the process of estimating the financial and environmental cost of the crisis created by the fire on boar...,negative,-0.996513188
Opinion: Onus on University staff to enforce discipline to stop ragging,9/6/2020,Education,"Pasindu Hirushan Silva, the Sri Jayewardenepura student who was seriously injured when a tyre fell on him, has gone to c...","Opinion: Onus on University staff to enforce discipline to stop ragging Pasindu Hirushan Silva, the Sri Jayewardenepura student who was seriously injured when a tyre fell on him, has gone to c...",negative,-0.986908436
MT New Diamond oil tanker salvage to begin off Sri Lanka,9/6/2020,Logistics,"Salvage of MT New Diamond, an oil tanker that caught fire off the coast of Sri Lanka is to begin with its Greek owners a...","MT New Diamond oil tanker salvage to begin off Sri Lanka Salvage of MT New Diamond, an oil tanker that caught fire off the coast of Sri Lanka is to begin with its Greek owners a...",negative,-0.568384469
Media Freedom organisations hope editor’s arrest will not restrict reporting on courts,9/6/2020,Courts,"Media watchdog organisations are expressing the hope that the arrest of the Editor of the lankanewsweb.org website, will...","Media Freedom organisations hope editor’s arrest will not restrict reporting on courts Media watchdog organisations are expressing the hope that the arrest of the Editor of the lankanewsweb.org website, will...",positive,0.98478955
Covid 19 update:  One more inmate at Kandakadu tests positive,9/6/2020,Health,One more inmate at the Kandakadu Rehabilitation and Treatment centre has been diagnosed as contracting Covid 19 as five ...,Covid 19 update:  One more inmate at Kandakadu tests positive One more inmate at the Kandakadu Rehabilitation and Treatment centre has been diagnosed as contracting Covid 19 as five ...,negative,-0.992659271
Sri Lanka probes diatom algal blooms in the Indian Ocean,9/6/2020,Environment,"Blue algae concentrations off the found of the coast of Sri Lanka are not toxic to other marine life, researchers said w...","Sri Lanka probes diatom algal blooms in the Indian Ocean Blue algae concentrations off the found of the coast of Sri Lanka are not toxic to other marine life, researchers said w...",positive,0.982581317
"Sri Lanka firms, China-run port, give firefighting foam for oil tanker blaze",9/6/2020,Logistics,A number of Sri Lanka based state and private companies have given firefighting foam to fight a blaze on board an abando...,"Sri Lanka firms, China-run port, give firefighting foam for oil tanker blaze A number of Sri Lanka based state and private companies have given firefighting foam to fight a blaze on board an abando...",negative,-0.903884232
Sri Lanka's top alcohol maker sales down 12-pct in March 2020 quarter,9/5/2020,Business,"Distilleries Corporation of Sri Lanka, the island's top arrack producer said sales fell 12 percent to 19.07 billion rupe...","Sri Lanka's top alcohol maker sales down 12-pct in March 2020 quarter Distilleries Corporation of Sri Lanka, the island's top arrack producer said sales fell 12 percent to 19.07 billion rupe...",negative,-0.999397755
Sri Lanka state to repair old cars amid import controls,9/5/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's will repair 4,116 state vehicles and put them back to use Minister Ramesh Pathirana said amid import control...","Sri Lanka state to repair old cars amid import controls Sri Lanka's will repair 4,116 state vehicles and put them back to use Minister Ramesh Pathirana said amid import control...",negative,-0.991093099
"Oil tanker MT New Diamond towed away from Sri Lanka, fire reduced",9/5/2020,Logistics,Oil tanker MT New Diamond has been towed away from the coast of Sri Lanka and Indian and Sri Lankan vessels and helicopt...,"Oil tanker MT New Diamond towed away from Sri Lanka, fire reduced Oil tanker MT New Diamond has been towed away from the coast of Sri Lanka and Indian and Sri Lankan vessels and helicopt...",negative,-0.991974771
Supertanker held in static position as Sri Lanka navy continues to douse fire,9/5/2020,Accident,The New Diamond Supertanker is being held in a static position some 40km East of Sri Lanka as firefighting boats continu...,Supertanker held in static position as Sri Lanka navy continues to douse fire The New Diamond Supertanker is being held in a static position some 40km East of Sri Lanka as firefighting boats continu...,negative,-0.996092975
"20th amendment first step towards dictatorship, says Sri Lanka opposition",9/5/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka’s main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) has invited all progressive forces to set aside ideological d...,"20th amendment first step towards dictatorship, says Sri Lanka opposition Sri Lanka’s main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) has invited all progressive forces to set aside ideological d...",positive,0.948834062
Ceylon tea prices ease in September first week,9/5/2020,Business,"ri Lanka tea prices eased with only a few high and medium grown teas seeing gains in the first auction for September, br...","Ceylon tea prices ease in September first week ri Lanka tea prices eased with only a few high and medium grown teas seeing gains in the first auction for September, br...",positive,0.913753808
No danger of an oil spill in Sri Lankan waters from burning Supertanker - Navy,9/4/2020,Accident,Sri Lanka’s Navy is saying there is no danger of an oil spill in Sri Lankan waters from the stricken Supertanker MT Ne...,No danger of an oil spill in Sri Lankan waters from burning Supertanker - Navy Sri Lanka’s Navy is saying there is no danger of an oil spill in Sri Lankan waters from the stricken Supertanker MT Ne...,positive,0.736245573
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firm, gilt yields up marginally",9/4/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger 185.10/25 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields gained marginally, dealers s...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firm, gilt yields up marginally Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger 185.10/25 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields gained marginally, dealers s...",negative,-0.978777647
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.74-pct on Friday,9/4/2020,Markets," Sri Lanka’s stocks fell 0.74 percent on Carson Cumberbatch PLC, Ceylon Tobacco Company and Lion Brewery Ceylon on Fri...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.74-pct on Friday  Sri Lanka’s stocks fell 0.74 percent on Carson Cumberbatch PLC, Ceylon Tobacco Company and Lion Brewery Ceylon on Fri...",negative,-0.999487638
"Ten new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases up to 3,111",9/4/2020,Health,"Ten new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (04), the National Operations Centre for Preventi...","Ten new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases up to 3,111 Ten new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (04), the National Operations Centre for Preventi...",negative,-0.964332283
Sri Lanka burning Supertanker to be dealt with by expert team - Navy Spokesman,9/4/2020,Accident,A team of experts are on their way to Sri Lanka to deal with the burning Supertanker carrying millions of tons of crude ...,Sri Lanka burning Supertanker to be dealt with by expert team - Navy Spokesman A team of experts are on their way to Sri Lanka to deal with the burning Supertanker carrying millions of tons of crude ...,negative,-0.98100853
US warns to 'manage risk' in dealings with China group involved in Sri Lanka's Port City,9/4/2020,Legal,The United State has warned countries to manage risk when dealing with a state enterprise and subsidiaries in China that...,US warns to 'manage risk' in dealings with China group involved in Sri Lanka's Port City The United State has warned countries to manage risk when dealing with a state enterprise and subsidiaries in China that...,negative,-0.935133338
Proposed 20A to the Constitution makes the President “a super-creature” – Suren Fernando,9/4/2020,Democracy,The proposed 20th Amendment to the Constitution concentrates power in the President creating a “super creature not acc...,Proposed 20A to the Constitution makes the President “a super-creature” – Suren Fernando The proposed 20th Amendment to the Constitution concentrates power in the President creating a “super creature not acc...,positive,0.945793092
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields marginally up",9/4/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker 185.35/45 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields gained marginally, dealers...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields marginally up Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker 185.35/45 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields gained marginally, dealers...",negative,-0.996024728
Burning Supertanker being towed away from Sri Lankan waters – Navy Spokesman,9/4/2020,Accident,The stricken supertanker MT New Diamond is being towed away from Sri Lankan waters as the fire onboard continues to burn...,Burning Supertanker being towed away from Sri Lankan waters – Navy Spokesman The stricken supertanker MT New Diamond is being towed away from Sri Lankan waters as the fire onboard continues to burn...,negative,-0.996872127
Sri Lanka to expand fuel storage capacity,9/4/2020,Energy," Sri Lanka will expand the storage capacity for fuel in the country to boost buffer stocks when ships are delayed, Energ...","Sri Lanka to expand fuel storage capacity  Sri Lanka will expand the storage capacity for fuel in the country to boost buffer stocks when ships are delayed, Energ...",positive,0.995341301
"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields up",9/3/2020,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka rupee was quoted 185.25/30 flat against the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields gained and stocks down, d...","Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields up  Sri Lanka rupee was quoted 185.25/30 flat against the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields gained and stocks down, d...",negative,-0.999619484
Sri Lanka releases bill for 20th amendment to constitution,9/3/2020,Legal,"Sri Lanka has published a bill to amend the constitution taking away limits on the number of ministers, and giving the p...","Sri Lanka releases bill for 20th amendment to constitution Sri Lanka has published a bill to amend the constitution taking away limits on the number of ministers, and giving the p...",positive,0.663287759
Sri Lanka Oil Tanker Fire breaks out again ship abandoned Indian and Russian ships join rescue,9/3/2020,Accident,The fire aboard the crude oil carrier MT New Diamond which is 38 kilometers off the eastern coast of the island has brok...,Sri Lanka Oil Tanker Fire breaks out again ship abandoned Indian and Russian ships join rescue The fire aboard the crude oil carrier MT New Diamond which is 38 kilometers off the eastern coast of the island has brok...,negative,-0.995696425
Sri Lanka Tanker fire: Navy trying to locate a missing crew member as fire is brought under control,9/3/2020,Accident,Sri Lanka’s Navy is trying to locate a missing crew-member from the crude oil carrier MT New Diamond which caught fire...,Sri Lanka Tanker fire: Navy trying to locate a missing crew member as fire is brought under control Sri Lanka’s Navy is trying to locate a missing crew-member from the crude oil carrier MT New Diamond which caught fire...,negative,-0.998918891
"Two Sri Lankan victims in Abu Dhabi explosion; one dead, one in ICU",9/3/2020,Accident,"Two Sri Lankan victims have been identified in an explosion at a restaurant in Abu Dhabi on Monday (August 31), Sri Lank...","Two Sri Lankan victims in Abu Dhabi explosion; one dead, one in ICU Two Sri Lankan victims have been identified in an explosion at a restaurant in Abu Dhabi on Monday (August 31), Sri Lank...",negative,-0.992227077
"Sri Lanka appoints ministerial committee for import substitution, export investment",9/3/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed a high powered ministerial committee to promote investments for i...,"Sri Lanka appoints ministerial committee for import substitution, export investment Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed a high powered ministerial committee to promote investments for i...",positive,0.997060835
Tanker fire update: Sri Lankan authorities seek international help to deal with possible oil spill,9/3/2020,Accident,Sri Lanka does not have the technical capacity to deal with a massive oil spill if a stricken oil tanker burning off the...,Tanker fire update: Sri Lankan authorities seek international help to deal with possible oil spill Sri Lanka does not have the technical capacity to deal with a massive oil spill if a stricken oil tanker burning off the...,negative,-0.995301843
"Crude oil carrier with 200,000 MT cargo on fire off SriLanka",9/3/2020,Accident,"An oil tanker carrying more than 200,000 of crude oil is on fire 38 kilometers off Sri Lanka’s East coast and about ha...","Crude oil carrier with 200,000 MT cargo on fire off SriLanka An oil tanker carrying more than 200,000 of crude oil is on fire 38 kilometers off Sri Lanka’s East coast and about ha...",negative,-0.995679677
"Ten new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,101",9/3/2020,Health,"Ten new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (03), the National Operations Centre for Preventi...","Ten new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,101 Ten new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (03), the National Operations Centre for Preventi...",negative,-0.933469713
Nine-member committee to draft new Sri Lanka Constitution - Gammanpila,9/3/2020,Legal,"The government’s amendments to the Sri Lankan Constitution will be a two-step process, Minister Udaya Gammanpila told ...","Nine-member committee to draft new Sri Lanka Constitution - Gammanpila The government’s amendments to the Sri Lankan Constitution will be a two-step process, Minister Udaya Gammanpila told ...",negative,-0.862040401
Sri Lanka state housing authority to sell Rs25bn in 5-year bonds,9/3/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's state-run National Housing Development Authority has been authorized to sell 25 billion rupees in bonds to b...,Sri Lanka state housing authority to sell Rs25bn in 5-year bonds Sri Lanka's state-run National Housing Development Authority has been authorized to sell 25 billion rupees in bonds to b...,negative,-0.978861809
President Rajapaksa has no intention of changing appointments in the face of pressure,9/3/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is saying that he has no intention of making any changes in the appointments he has made re...,President Rajapaksa has no intention of changing appointments in the face of pressure President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is saying that he has no intention of making any changes in the appointments he has made re...,negative,-0.999048531
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields ease",9/3/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 185.20/35 against the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields marginally fell, dealer...","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields ease Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 185.20/35 against the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields marginally fell, dealer...",negative,-0.995892286
Sri Lanka's CIMA to help build global skills to find post-Covid digital careers,9/3/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Chartered Institute of Management Accountants said it is holding a virtual career festival to help young peo...,Sri Lanka's CIMA to help build global skills to find post-Covid digital careers Sri Lanka's Chartered Institute of Management Accountants said it is holding a virtual career festival to help young peo...,positive,0.994266808
"Sri Lanka private credit negative in July, credit to government surges",9/3/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's private credit was negative for the third straight month in July 2020, contracting 3.6 billion rupees, while...","Sri Lanka private credit negative in July, credit to government surges Sri Lanka's private credit was negative for the third straight month in July 2020, contracting 3.6 billion rupees, while...",negative,-0.999304891
"Sri Lanka's Softlogic borrows US$15mn from Norway, Finland, for expansion",9/3/2020,Finance,Sri Lanka's Softlogic Life Insurance said it had signed a deal to get 15 million dollars as subordinated debt from Finni...,"Sri Lanka's Softlogic borrows US$15mn from Norway, Finland, for expansion Sri Lanka's Softlogic Life Insurance said it had signed a deal to get 15 million dollars as subordinated debt from Finni...",negative,-0.994179249
Sri Lanka cabinet approves 20th amendment; AG says no referendum needed,9/2/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers endorsed a draft 20th amendment to the country's constitution today.,Sri Lanka cabinet approves 20th amendment; AG says no referendum needed Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers endorsed a draft 20th amendment to the country's constitution today.,negative,-0.96646142
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields down",9/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 185.25/35 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields marginally fell, deale...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields down Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 185.25/35 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields marginally fell, deale...",negative,-0.996045887
Sri Lanka probing whether Pallekelle earthquake due to induced seismicity,9/2/2020,Environment,Sri Lanka is probing whether a minor earthquake reported near Pallekelle in central Sri Lanka was due to induced seismic...,Sri Lanka probing whether Pallekelle earthquake due to induced seismicity Sri Lanka is probing whether a minor earthquake reported near Pallekelle in central Sri Lanka was due to induced seismic...,negative,-0.976031005
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields steady,9/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's Treasuries yield were steady at Wednesday's auction with 40 billion rupees in bills offered and sold, though...","Sri Lanka Treasuries yields steady Sri Lanka's Treasuries yield were steady at Wednesday's auction with 40 billion rupees in bills offered and sold, though...",positive,0.723344266
Asia Securities and Ceylon Chamber webinar on Financial Restructuring,9/2/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber of Commerce said it is hosting an online forum with Asia Securities, on financial restructuri...","Asia Securities and Ceylon Chamber webinar on Financial Restructuring Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber of Commerce said it is hosting an online forum with Asia Securities, on financial restructuri...",positive,0.885298252
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.58-pct up,9/2/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks gained 0.58 percent on Carson Cumberbatch PLC, Browns Investments and Ceylon Tobacco Company on Wed...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.58-pct up Sri Lanka’s stocks gained 0.58 percent on Carson Cumberbatch PLC, Browns Investments and Ceylon Tobacco Company on Wed...",negative,-0.947045743
US gives Sri Lanka enough ventilators to boost ICU capacity 40-pct,9/2/2020,Fiscal, The United States has given Sri Lanka enough mechanical ventilators to boost the island's pre-Coronavirus intensive car...,US gives Sri Lanka enough ventilators to boost ICU capacity 40-pct  The United States has given Sri Lanka enough mechanical ventilators to boost the island's pre-Coronavirus intensive car...,positive,0.678717136
"Sri Lanka to ban FMCG sachet packs, mulls banning  'quarter' alcohol bottles: report",9/2/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's environment ministry will take a final decision on banning 'quarter' arrack bottles this week while a decisi...,"Sri Lanka to ban FMCG sachet packs, mulls banning  'quarter' alcohol bottles: report Sri Lanka's environment ministry will take a final decision on banning 'quarter' arrack bottles this week while a decisi...",negative,-0.989841878
"Sri Lanka extends petrol, diesel tax surcharges",9/2/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has extended import duty surcharges on refined fuel for three months till November 24, which is a key revenue ...","Sri Lanka extends petrol, diesel tax surcharges Sri Lanka has extended import duty surcharges on refined fuel for three months till November 24, which is a key revenue ...",positive,0.94855082
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields flat",9/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.45/65 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields remain unchanged, ...","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields flat Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.45/65 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields remain unchanged, ...",negative,-0.988448679
"Sri Lanka 2020 first half budget deficit up 41-pct, taxes down 28-pct",9/2/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's tax revenues have fallen 28 percent 580.8 billion rupees in the first half of 2020, the overall deficit grew...","Sri Lanka 2020 first half budget deficit up 41-pct, taxes down 28-pct Sri Lanka's tax revenues have fallen 28 percent 580.8 billion rupees in the first half of 2020, the overall deficit grew...",negative,-0.998449922
Sri Lanka stock exchange woos IT firms with revised requirements,9/1/2020,ICT," Sri Lanka's stock exchange has offered options for information technology firms with a track record to list, including ...","Sri Lanka stock exchange woos IT firms with revised requirements  Sri Lanka's stock exchange has offered options for information technology firms with a track record to list, including ...",negative,-0.69728142
Sri Lanka coconut auction price rally eases,9/1/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's average coconut prices fell -4.03 percent to 54,592 rupees for 1,000 nuts at the last auction in August 2020...","Sri Lanka coconut auction price rally eases Sri Lanka's average coconut prices fell -4.03 percent to 54,592 rupees for 1,000 nuts at the last auction in August 2020...",negative,-0.988771379
Sri Lanka to continue with import restrictions on foodstuff - President,9/1/2020,Agriculture,The government will not roll back import restrictions imposed on foodstuff as it will continue to encourage local produc...,Sri Lanka to continue with import restrictions on foodstuff - President The government will not roll back import restrictions imposed on foodstuff as it will continue to encourage local produc...,positive,0.990256429
"Sri Lanka starts 100,000 new tax payer financed jobs with pensions",9/1/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's new administration will provide jobs to 100,000 unskilled workers without a formal education or ordinary lev...","Sri Lanka starts 100,000 new tax payer financed jobs with pensions Sri Lanka's new administration will provide jobs to 100,000 unskilled workers without a formal education or ordinary lev...",negative,-0.988742709
Sri Lanka's inflation at 4.1-pct in August 2020,8/31/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's inflation slowed to 4.1-pct in August 2020, from 4.2 percent in July, data from the state statistics office ...","Sri Lanka's inflation at 4.1-pct in August 2020 Sri Lanka's inflation slowed to 4.1-pct in August 2020, from 4.2 percent in July, data from the state statistics office ...",negative,-0.997299135
Ananda Sagara Thero calls for Environmental Impact Assessment for Sinharaja development,8/31/2020,Environment,Environmental activist Pahiyangala Ananda Sagara Thero is saying President Gotabaya Rajapaksa should provide a solution ...,Ananda Sagara Thero calls for Environmental Impact Assessment for Sinharaja development Environmental activist Pahiyangala Ananda Sagara Thero is saying President Gotabaya Rajapaksa should provide a solution ...,negative,-0.928649604
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields unchanged",8/31/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 185.90/186.00 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields remain unchanged, dea...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 185.90/186.00 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields remain unchanged, dea...",negative,-0.970183134
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.16-pct up,8/31/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks gained 0.16 percent on John Keells Holdings, Cargills Ceylon PLC and Vallible one Plc on Monday, pr...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.16-pct up Sri Lanka’s stocks gained 0.16 percent on John Keells Holdings, Cargills Ceylon PLC and Vallible one Plc on Monday, pr...",negative,-0.973988652
Murder convict Premalal Jayasekara cannot sit in Parliament or vote in the House - AG,8/31/2020,Crime,Premalal Jayasekara the convicted murderer who was elected to Parliament from the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna in the Rat...,Murder convict Premalal Jayasekara cannot sit in Parliament or vote in the House - AG Premalal Jayasekara the convicted murderer who was elected to Parliament from the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna in the Rat...,negative,-0.999276221
Seriously injured Japura fresher student files FR Petition,8/31/2020,Education,A student of the Shri Jayewardenepura University who was seriously injured in a recent ragging incident is asking the Su...,Seriously injured Japura fresher student files FR Petition A student of the Shri Jayewardenepura University who was seriously injured in a recent ragging incident is asking the Su...,negative,-0.996690392
"Anawilundawa wetland destruction: Businessman, backhoe driver remanded",8/31/2020,Environment,"The businessman and the backhoe driver arrested over the clearing of the Anawilundawa wetland sanctuary in Puttalam, Sri...","Anawilundawa wetland destruction: Businessman, backhoe driver remanded The businessman and the backhoe driver arrested over the clearing of the Anawilundawa wetland sanctuary in Puttalam, Sri...",negative,-0.997915089
The UNP leadership will go from one RW to his cousin another RW – Ruwan Wijewardene,8/31/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,The United National Party which was decimated at this month’s Parliamentary General Elections will look to rebuild for...,The UNP leadership will go from one RW to his cousin another RW – Ruwan Wijewardene The United National Party which was decimated at this month’s Parliamentary General Elections will look to rebuild for...,negative,-0.807460666
"17 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total exceeds 3,000",8/31/2020,Health,"Seventeen new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (31J), the National Operations Centre for P...","17 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total exceeds 3,000 Seventeen new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (31J), the National Operations Centre for P...",negative,-0.547049701
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, gilt yields flat",8/31/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 186.10/40 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields remain unchanged, dea...","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 186.10/40 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields remain unchanged, dea...",negative,-0.988060951
Sri Lanka central bank to work closely with finance ministry in developmental state: Governor,8/31/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank will closely work with the fiscal authorities and government policy in a 'developmental state' ...,Sri Lanka central bank to work closely with finance ministry in developmental state: Governor Sri Lanka's central bank will closely work with the fiscal authorities and government policy in a 'developmental state' ...,positive,0.991500258
"Sri Lanka low grown teas ease, some high growns up",8/31/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's Low Growns, the most expensive teas produced by the island eased at the last auction in August while the che...","Sri Lanka low grown teas ease, some high growns up Sri Lanka's Low Growns, the most expensive teas produced by the island eased at the last auction in August while the che...",positive,0.717437148
Sri Lanka sea reclamation project's China affiliates on US export blacklist,8/30/2020,Defence,"The United States has placed several subsidiaries of China Communications Construction Company (CCCC), the ultimate pare...","Sri Lanka sea reclamation project's China affiliates on US export blacklist The United States has placed several subsidiaries of China Communications Construction Company (CCCC), the ultimate pare...",negative,-0.988732815
"Sri Lanka blackout report makes 11 recommendations to CEB, not signed by regulator",8/30/2020,Energy,An expert committee that probed a 2020 cascading failure of Sri Lanka's power grid has made 11 recommendations in a inte...,"Sri Lanka blackout report makes 11 recommendations to CEB, not signed by regulator An expert committee that probed a 2020 cascading failure of Sri Lanka's power grid has made 11 recommendations in a inte...",negative,-0.993213773
Sri Lanka tax privilege to be given for unregistered vehicles already imported,8/30/2020,Economy,"A priviledge given to state workers, denied to ordinary citizens, in the form of a 'permit' to slash taxes payable on ve...","Sri Lanka tax privilege to be given for unregistered vehicles already imported A priviledge given to state workers, denied to ordinary citizens, in the form of a 'permit' to slash taxes payable on ve...",negative,-0.994411051
President orders resumption of road construction through Sinharaja,8/29/2020,Environment,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered that the road from Lankagama to Neluwa through the Sinharaja forest zone be bui...,President orders resumption of road construction through Sinharaja President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered that the road from Lankagama to Neluwa through the Sinharaja forest zone be bui...,negative,-0.989753962
The Killing Machines - Poaching and Its Devastating Impact on Sri Lanka’s Wildlife,8/29/2020,Environment,There is a certain pride and poise to the old poacher as he poses with his homemade gun assembled from a steering rod of...,The Killing Machines - Poaching and Its Devastating Impact on Sri Lanka’s Wildlife There is a certain pride and poise to the old poacher as he poses with his homemade gun assembled from a steering rod of...,positive,0.995918572
Sri Lanka central bank extends debt moratorium for tourism till March 2021,8/29/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's banks have been directed by the central bank to extend a Covid-19 debt moratorium for six months from Octobe...,Sri Lanka central bank extends debt moratorium for tourism till March 2021 Sri Lanka's banks have been directed by the central bank to extend a Covid-19 debt moratorium for six months from Octobe...,negative,-0.962192833
"In Sri Lanka, political parties are “bought and sold”",8/29/2020,Legal,"When Vedinigama Wimalatissa Thero, former General Secretary of the Our Peoples’ Power Party (OPPP) confessed that the ...","In Sri Lanka, political parties are “bought and sold” When Vedinigama Wimalatissa Thero, former General Secretary of the Our Peoples’ Power Party (OPPP) confessed that the ...",negative,-0.986591995
"Sri Lanka eyes more exports to China, mulls re-activating FTA talks",8/29/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka is eying more exports to China in the Covid-19 era by participating in an import fair in the country and also ...,"Sri Lanka eyes more exports to China, mulls re-activating FTA talks Sri Lanka is eying more exports to China in the Covid-19 era by participating in an import fair in the country and also ...",positive,0.970266759
Sri Lanka parliament passes vote-on-account for Aug-Dec 2020,8/28/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's parliament passed a vote-on-account authorizing the spending of 949.7 billion rupees from August to December...,Sri Lanka parliament passes vote-on-account for Aug-Dec 2020 Sri Lanka's parliament passed a vote-on-account authorizing the spending of 949.7 billion rupees from August to December...,negative,-0.639749408
"Sri Lanka planning SME development bank, credit guarantee agency: CB Governor",8/28/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka is planning a new development bank to fund small and medium enterprises and a credit guarantee fund, as part o...","Sri Lanka planning SME development bank, credit guarantee agency: CB Governor Sri Lanka is planning a new development bank to fund small and medium enterprises and a credit guarantee fund, as part o...",positive,0.540266752
Karu debunks statement that he is no longer a member of the UNP,8/28/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,Former Speaker Karu Jayasuriya has shot back at the United National Party members who have said that he cannot become th...,Karu debunks statement that he is no longer a member of the UNP Former Speaker Karu Jayasuriya has shot back at the United National Party members who have said that he cannot become th...,negative,-0.993522227
Sri Lanka's CEB faulted for 'significant lapses' over 2020 cascading failure,8/28/2020,Energy,Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board has been faulted for bad maintenance procedures and significant lapses in...,Sri Lanka's CEB faulted for 'significant lapses' over 2020 cascading failure Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board has been faulted for bad maintenance procedures and significant lapses in...,negative,-0.999599993
President orders a solution for the Human-Elephant conflict be found in two-years,8/28/2020,Wild Life,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has asked officials to find a solution to the perennial Human-Elephant conflict in two year...,President orders a solution for the Human-Elephant conflict be found in two-years President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has asked officials to find a solution to the perennial Human-Elephant conflict in two year...,negative,-0.943029463
Courts orders investigation into “wilful destruction” in Anawilundawa sanctuary,8/28/2020,Environment,"The Chilaw courts have ordered the Department of Wildlife Conservation to investigate, identify and charge those involve...","Courts orders investigation into “wilful destruction” in Anawilundawa sanctuary The Chilaw courts have ordered the Department of Wildlife Conservation to investigate, identify and charge those involve...",negative,-0.822570503
Mangala accuses govt of militarising Sri Lanka amid harsh economic woes,8/28/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka’s former Finance Minister Mangala Samarweera has accused the newly elected government of lacking an economic...,Mangala accuses govt of militarising Sri Lanka amid harsh economic woes Sri Lanka’s former Finance Minister Mangala Samarweera has accused the newly elected government of lacking an economic...,negative,-0.999023557
The cost of a meal for a MP in the Parliament is not as high as reported - Speaker,8/28/2020,Parliament,"Members of Parliament are miffed at media reports that it costs the taxpayer Rs 3,000 per meal to feed our representativ...","The cost of a meal for a MP in the Parliament is not as high as reported - Speaker Members of Parliament are miffed at media reports that it costs the taxpayer Rs 3,000 per meal to feed our representativ...",negative,-0.998294055
"Sri Lanka adds two more Covid patients to bring total to 2,986",8/28/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has identified two new COVID-19 patients as at 6 am this morning on August 28, the National Operations Centre ...","Sri Lanka adds two more Covid patients to bring total to 2,986 Sri Lanka has identified two new COVID-19 patients as at 6 am this morning on August 28, the National Operations Centre ...",positive,0.862827003
"Sri Lanka rupee stronger at open, bond yields pick up marginally",8/28/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.85/186.00 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were marginally u...,"Sri Lanka rupee stronger at open, bond yields pick up marginally Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.85/186.00 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were marginally u...",negative,-0.97533834
Opinion: Treat roadbuilding in Sinharaja with caution,8/28/2020,Economy,"The road that connects Neluwa to Deniyaya is mired in controversy, with many questions being asked about the development...","Opinion: Treat roadbuilding in Sinharaja with caution The road that connects Neluwa to Deniyaya is mired in controversy, with many questions being asked about the development...",negative,-0.987457931
Sri Lanka's last administration also printed money: Minister Cabraal,8/28/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's last administration had also printed money almost from the time they started in 2015, though now charges are...","Sri Lanka's last administration also printed money: Minister Cabraal Sri Lanka's last administration had also printed money almost from the time they started in 2015, though now charges are...",negative,-0.990872085
Handunetti cannot depose before Presidential Commission - Speaker,8/27/2020,Democracy,A Chairman of a Committee or an official of Parliament cannot be summoned before Presidential Commission of Inquiry to r...,Handunetti cannot depose before Presidential Commission - Speaker A Chairman of a Committee or an official of Parliament cannot be summoned before Presidential Commission of Inquiry to r...,negative,-0.773945272
Animal Welfare Organisations taking over government’s role in dealing with stray dogs,8/27/2020,Animal Rights,Sri Lanka’s street dog population keeps sky-rocketing as authorities fail to set clear policies and create systems for...,Animal Welfare Organisations taking over government’s role in dealing with stray dogs Sri Lanka’s street dog population keeps sky-rocketing as authorities fail to set clear policies and create systems for...,negative,-0.998915792
Government violated the Constitution by passing Votes on Account without Parliament - Harsha,8/27/2020,Courts,The Main Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) says the government should admit it violated the constitution when it a...,Government violated the Constitution by passing Votes on Account without Parliament - Harsha The Main Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) says the government should admit it violated the constitution when it a...,negative,-0.998582721
Viggy’s controversial remarks: Speaker upholds MPs right to hold opinions,8/27/2020,Democracy,Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena has ended the spat over whether C.V. Vigneshwaran’s statement that Tamil was the firs...,Viggy’s controversial remarks: Speaker upholds MPs right to hold opinions Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena has ended the spat over whether C.V. Vigneshwaran’s statement that Tamil was the firs...,negative,-0.972464025
Campaign to protect 19A will see opposition defeated a third time: Keheliya,8/27/2020,Politics,The ongoing campaign to protect the 19th amendment to Sri Lanka’s constitution will result in a third consecutive defe...,Campaign to protect 19A will see opposition defeated a third time: Keheliya The ongoing campaign to protect the 19th amendment to Sri Lanka’s constitution will result in a third consecutive defe...,negative,-0.998499393
Sri Lanka to call contractors for Rs6bn flyover in Colombo,8/27/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka will call bids from domestic contractors shortly to build a flyer in the Slave Island area of the capital Colo...,Sri Lanka to call contractors for Rs6bn flyover in Colombo Sri Lanka will call bids from domestic contractors shortly to build a flyer in the Slave Island area of the capital Colo...,negative,-0.987159133
By using Mattala and Katunayake airports repatriation will be speeded up – officials,8/27/2020,Health,Sri Lanka will use two of its international airports at Katunayake and Mattala for the repatriation of Lankans abroad wh...,By using Mattala and Katunayake airports repatriation will be speeded up – officials Sri Lanka will use two of its international airports at Katunayake and Mattala for the repatriation of Lankans abroad wh...,negative,-0.983702779
"Possibility of community spread through illegal immigrants, Sri Lanka health authorities warn",8/27/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Chief Epidemiologist Sudath Samaraweera in a press conference warned of a possibility of spreading the nov...,"Possibility of community spread through illegal immigrants, Sri Lanka health authorities warn Sri Lanka’s Chief Epidemiologist Sudath Samaraweera in a press conference warned of a possibility of spreading the nov...",negative,-0.993980527
"Thirteen new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases up to 2,984",8/27/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka identified 13 new COVID-19 patients as at 6am today (27), the National Operations Centre for Prevention of COV...","Thirteen new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases up to 2,984 Sri Lanka identified 13 new COVID-19 patients as at 6am today (27), the National Operations Centre for Prevention of COV...",negative,-0.95606488
Sri Lanka cabinet approves changes to tax laws,8/27/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved changes to a series of tax laws proposed by Prime Minister and Finance Min...,Sri Lanka cabinet approves changes to tax laws Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved changes to a series of tax laws proposed by Prime Minister and Finance Min...,positive,0.980730772
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat, bond yields unchanged",8/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 186.30/55 against the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields remain unchanged, deale...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat, bond yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 186.30/55 against the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields remain unchanged, deale...",negative,-0.998795033
Matale Mayor Daljit Aluwihare suspended and put under investigation by Governor,8/27/2020,Legal,Matale Mayor Daljith Aluwihare has been suspended and an inquiry ordered into decisions he has made in the recent past.,Matale Mayor Daljit Aluwihare suspended and put under investigation by Governor Matale Mayor Daljith Aluwihare has been suspended and an inquiry ordered into decisions he has made in the recent past.,negative,-0.990855575
"Sri Lanka opposition warns against weakening parliament's COPE, COPA oversight",8/27/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka's opposition warned against appointing government ministers or members to key oversight committees of the parl...,"Sri Lanka opposition warns against weakening parliament's COPE, COPA oversight Sri Lanka's opposition warned against appointing government ministers or members to key oversight committees of the parl...",negative,-0.985616565
Sri Lanka export agency to help get US and EU approval for Covid-19 nanotech,8/27/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Export Development Board said it getting ready to help get approval from  US and EU medical regulators for C...,Sri Lanka export agency to help get US and EU approval for Covid-19 nanotech Sri Lanka's Export Development Board said it getting ready to help get approval from  US and EU medical regulators for C...,positive,0.949077964
'Business facility unit' to expand Sri Lanka's coconut market globally,8/26/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka’s Coconut Development Authority (CDA) will set up a business facility unit at the Coconut Processing Researc...,'Business facility unit' to expand Sri Lanka's coconut market globally Sri Lanka’s Coconut Development Authority (CDA) will set up a business facility unit at the Coconut Processing Researc...,positive,0.930142462
"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields remain unchange",8/26/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 186.30/50 against to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields remained unchanged and ...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields remain unchange Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 186.30/50 against to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields remained unchanged and ...",negative,-0.999610722
Vigneshwaran’s statement about Tamil in Parliament has ruffled feathers,8/26/2020,Democracy,A controversial statement made by first-time Member C.V. Vigneshwaran delivering his maiden speech at Parliament on Augu...,Vigneshwaran’s statement about Tamil in Parliament has ruffled feathers A controversial statement made by first-time Member C.V. Vigneshwaran delivering his maiden speech at Parliament on Augu...,negative,-0.961006224
NCPA nabs youth charged with impregnating 15-year-old,8/26/2020,Crime,The special police unit of the National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) has arrested a 22- year-old who had fled after...,NCPA nabs youth charged with impregnating 15-year-old The special police unit of the National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) has arrested a 22- year-old who had fled after...,negative,-0.984910071
Susil Premajayantha appointed State Minister for Education Reforms,8/26/2020,Education,"President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed Susil Premajayantha as a State Minister, the Presidential Secretariat announc...","Susil Premajayantha appointed State Minister for Education Reforms President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed Susil Premajayantha as a State Minister, the Presidential Secretariat announc...",positive,0.568810046
Sri Lanka to recommence long-distance train services,8/26/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s long distance train services that were temporarily halted due to the COVID-19 pandemic will recommence ove...,Sri Lanka to recommence long-distance train services Sri Lanka’s long distance train services that were temporarily halted due to the COVID-19 pandemic will recommence ove...,positive,0.994484365
Aluthgamage is President’s nominee to the Constitutional Council,8/26/2020,Democracy,"President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has nominated Mahindananda Aluthgamage as his nominee to the Constitutional Council (CC), t...","Aluthgamage is President’s nominee to the Constitutional Council President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has nominated Mahindananda Aluthgamage as his nominee to the Constitutional Council (CC), t...",positive,0.960131586
The government wants to change the Constitution to bring Basil to Parliament - SJB,8/26/2020,Democracy,The Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) is saying that it will launch a countrywide people’s movement to safeguard the freedo...,The government wants to change the Constitution to bring Basil to Parliament - SJB The Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) is saying that it will launch a countrywide people’s movement to safeguard the freedo...,positive,0.966589868
Twelve new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka,8/26/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka identified 12 new COVID-19 patients as at 6am today (25), the National Operations Centre for Prevention of COV...","Twelve new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka identified 12 new COVID-19 patients as at 6am today (25), the National Operations Centre for Prevention of COV...",negative,-0.952450216
"UNP still searching for Ranil’s replacement, Karu’s offer shot down",8/26/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,"The United National Party (UNP) will meet next week to decide on a new leader for the country’s Grand Old Party, party...","UNP still searching for Ranil’s replacement, Karu’s offer shot down The United National Party (UNP) will meet next week to decide on a new leader for the country’s Grand Old Party, party...",negative,-0.990268588
Sri Lanka renews efforts to draw British FDI,8/26/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's investment promotion office said it is ramping up efforts to draw UK investors and has had talks with the Br...,Sri Lanka renews efforts to draw British FDI Sri Lanka's investment promotion office said it is ramping up efforts to draw UK investors and has had talks with the Br...,positive,0.997115731
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, gilt yields flat",8/26/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 186.00/50 against the US dollar on Wednesday from yesterday’s closing while bon...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 186.00/50 against the US dollar on Wednesday from yesterday’s closing while bon...",negative,-0.984036386
Sri Lanka's triple shackles converge to slam economy in Coronavirus crisis: Bellwether,8/26/2020,Bellwether,"The three fetters that shackle Sri Lanka's economic growth, peace and general happiness; monetary instability, regime un...","Sri Lanka's triple shackles converge to slam economy in Coronavirus crisis: Bellwether The three fetters that shackle Sri Lanka's economic growth, peace and general happiness; monetary instability, regime un...",negative,-0.966317713
"Sri Lanka central bank approves Rs100bn re-finance credit, deadline extended",8/26/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank said it had approved over 100 billion rupees under a subsidized credit scheme for Coronavirus h...,"Sri Lanka central bank approves Rs100bn re-finance credit, deadline extended Sri Lanka's central bank said it had approved over 100 billion rupees under a subsidized credit scheme for Coronavirus h...",negative,-0.948333919
Land prices rise 7.1-pct in Sri Lanka's capital district Colombo,8/26/2020,Business,"Land values in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo had grown 7.1 percent in the first half of 2020 from a year earlier, while pr...","Land prices rise 7.1-pct in Sri Lanka's capital district Colombo Land values in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo had grown 7.1 percent in the first half of 2020 from a year earlier, while pr...",positive,0.959496677
Hope that the country will go towards an inclusive nationalism,8/25/2020,Defence,"There is a concept of inclusive nationalism, in which everyone born within the boundaries of the country (regardless of ...","Hope that the country will go towards an inclusive nationalism There is a concept of inclusive nationalism, in which everyone born within the boundaries of the country (regardless of ...",positive,0.994736016
Sri Lanka planned number portability welcomed by Dialog,8/25/2020,ICT,Sri Lanka's largest mobile operator Dialog Axiata Plc has welcomed an announcement by the regulator that the island will...,Sri Lanka planned number portability welcomed by Dialog Sri Lanka's largest mobile operator Dialog Axiata Plc has welcomed an announcement by the regulator that the island will...,positive,0.997503936
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields unchanged",8/25/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed at 186.30/70 against the US dollar on Tuesday from Monday’s closing while bond yields remained ...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee closed at 186.30/70 against the US dollar on Tuesday from Monday’s closing while bond yields remained ...",negative,-0.997791886
Stranded American praises Sri Lanka’s healthcare after having her appendix out,8/25/2020,Health,"Eliana Apicella, is among the many tourists in Sri Lanka who is stranded in Sri Lanka because of Covid. And adding to th...","Stranded American praises Sri Lanka’s healthcare after having her appendix out Eliana Apicella, is among the many tourists in Sri Lanka who is stranded in Sri Lanka because of Covid. And adding to th...",positive,0.969367862
Gotabaya has “moral and legal right” to hold Defence portfolio - GL,8/25/2020,Democracy,Minister of Education Prof G.L. Peiris says President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has a moral and legal right to hold the Defence...,Gotabaya has “moral and legal right” to hold Defence portfolio - GL Minister of Education Prof G.L. Peiris says President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has a moral and legal right to hold the Defence...,positive,0.991935015
Dispute over National Seat between Monks headed to Court - Deshapriya,8/25/2020,Democracy,The dispute as to who should be nominated to the single National List seat won by the Buddhist Monks-led Our People’s ...,Dispute over National Seat between Monks headed to Court - Deshapriya The dispute as to who should be nominated to the single National List seat won by the Buddhist Monks-led Our People’s ...,negative,-0.992925406
Sri Lanka university gets Covid-19 antibody testing kits,8/25/2020,Health,"Charities World Vision and Citi Foundation said they had given 1,100 Covid-19 ant-body testing kits to Sri Lanka's Sri J...","Sri Lanka university gets Covid-19 antibody testing kits Charities World Vision and Citi Foundation said they had given 1,100 Covid-19 ant-body testing kits to Sri Lanka's Sri J...",negative,-0.984319746
Gotabaya says “turn Samurdhi recipients into micro-entrepreneurs”,8/25/2020,Economy,President Gotabhaya Rajapakse has said that poverty and social inequality can be lessened by launching new avenues of re...,Gotabaya says “turn Samurdhi recipients into micro-entrepreneurs” President Gotabhaya Rajapakse has said that poverty and social inequality can be lessened by launching new avenues of re...,positive,0.971857309
"Six new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases at 2,959",8/25/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka identified six new COVID-19 patients as at 6am today (25), the National Operations Centre for Prevention of CO...","Six new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases at 2,959 Sri Lanka identified six new COVID-19 patients as at 6am today (25), the National Operations Centre for Prevention of CO...",negative,-0.968221366
"Sri Lanka rupee, bond yields flat at open",8/25/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 184.90/185.10 against the US dollar on Tuesday from Monday’s closing while bond yie...,"Sri Lanka rupee, bond yields flat at open Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 184.90/185.10 against the US dollar on Tuesday from Monday’s closing while bond yie...",negative,-0.99928683
"Thunderstorms predicted in Central, Uva and Eastern Provinces",8/25/2020,weather,"The Department of Meteorology is predicting thunderstorms after 2 PM today for Central, Uva, Eastern provinces and Polon...","Thunderstorms predicted in Central, Uva and Eastern Provinces The Department of Meteorology is predicting thunderstorms after 2 PM today for Central, Uva, Eastern provinces and Polon...",negative,-0.832855344
"Sri Lanka comfortable repaying foreign debt, sovereign bond in 2020",8/25/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has see no difficulties repaying foreign debt 2020, including a billion dollar sovereign bond, with only 2.5 b...","Sri Lanka comfortable repaying foreign debt, sovereign bond in 2020 Sri Lanka has see no difficulties repaying foreign debt 2020, including a billion dollar sovereign bond, with only 2.5 b...",positive,0.988273323
Sri Lanka tourism agency to align industry to govt framework,8/25/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's tourism said it will bring the tourism industry in line with a policy framework of the the administration wh...,Sri Lanka tourism agency to align industry to govt framework Sri Lanka's tourism said it will bring the tourism industry in line with a policy framework of the the administration wh...,positive,0.998675048
Sri Lanka's women are deprived of positions in political power yet again,8/25/2020,Democracy,The task of untangling the island from its woes has now been handed over to a male-led Parliament to uphold the true val...,Sri Lanka's women are deprived of positions in political power yet again The task of untangling the island from its woes has now been handed over to a male-led Parliament to uphold the true val...,negative,-0.99382776
Sri Lanka palm oil industry appeals government ban,8/24/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's oil palm industry has called for discussions after President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said planting of palm oil tr...,Sri Lanka palm oil industry appeals government ban Sri Lanka's oil palm industry has called for discussions after President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said planting of palm oil tr...,negative,-0.987324953
"Sri Lanka's RTI, two-term limit on presidency to remain, reiterates Keheliya",8/24/2020,Politics,The Right to Information (RTI) act and the two five-year term limit imposed on the office of the president will remain a...,"Sri Lanka's RTI, two-term limit on presidency to remain, reiterates Keheliya The Right to Information (RTI) act and the two five-year term limit imposed on the office of the president will remain a...",negative,-0.975318968
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields edge up",8/24/2020,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 184.90/185.10 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields were marginally up in m...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields edge up Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 184.90/185.10 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields were marginally up in m...",negative,-0.99477613
Sri Lanka's BOI approves floating LNG unit in Hambantota,8/24/2020,Energy,Sri Lanka's Board of Investment said it had signed a 97.2 million dollar agreement allowing setting up of  floating liqu...,Sri Lanka's BOI approves floating LNG unit in Hambantota Sri Lanka's Board of Investment said it had signed a 97.2 million dollar agreement allowing setting up of  floating liqu...,negative,-0.736784577
Karu wants to lead the UNP and claims wide support in the community,8/24/2020,Democracy,Former Speaker Karu Jayasuriya is publicly offering himself up to replace Ranil Wickremesinghe as the leader of the Unit...,Karu wants to lead the UNP and claims wide support in the community Former Speaker Karu Jayasuriya is publicly offering himself up to replace Ranil Wickremesinghe as the leader of the Unit...,positive,0.98133564
Sri Lanka govt must use two-thirds majority for electoral reform soon: GL,8/24/2020,Politics,"The two-thirds majority obtained by Sri Lanka’s ruling party must be used to change the country’s electoral system, ...","Sri Lanka govt must use two-thirds majority for electoral reform soon: GL The two-thirds majority obtained by Sri Lanka’s ruling party must be used to change the country’s electoral system, ...",negative,-0.999251068
Government has “desire for untrammelled power” - SJB  ,8/24/2020,Human Rights,The main Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) is warning that the government’s desire to abolish the 19th Amendment...,Government has “desire for untrammelled power” - SJB   The main Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) is warning that the government’s desire to abolish the 19th Amendment...,negative,-0.991633058
Sri Lanka tea aúction prices steady,8/24/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka tea prices eased with a noticeable rise in unsold teas, with small leaf teas usually sought by Iran seeing les...","Sri Lanka tea aúction prices steady Sri Lanka tea prices eased with a noticeable rise in unsold teas, with small leaf teas usually sought by Iran seeing les...",positive,0.976906955
Ending violent ragging in Lanka's Campuses,8/24/2020,Education,Some Universities in Sri Lanka opened this morning and new university entrants walked into campus taking their first ste...,Ending violent ragging in Lanka's Campuses Some Universities in Sri Lanka opened this morning and new university entrants walked into campus taking their first ste...,negative,-0.648368955
HSBC starts banking unit in Sri Lanka's China-run Hambantota port,8/24/2020,Banking,"HSBC Sri Lanka had started an express banking unit in Hambantota near a port operated by China's CM Ports group, which w...","HSBC starts banking unit in Sri Lanka's China-run Hambantota port HSBC Sri Lanka had started an express banking unit in Hambantota near a port operated by China's CM Ports group, which w...",negative,-0.967606246
Twelfth COVID-19 victim in Sri Lanka cremated,8/24/2020,Health,"The funeral of Rasadin Fathima Rizana, the 12th COVID-19 victim in Sri Lanka, was held at 1pm yesterday (24), authoritie...","Twelfth COVID-19 victim in Sri Lanka cremated The funeral of Rasadin Fathima Rizana, the 12th COVID-19 victim in Sri Lanka, was held at 1pm yesterday (24), authoritie...",negative,-0.983872831
Thunderstorms predicted in several provinces and districts after 2 PM,8/24/2020,weather,Thunderstorms and heavy showers are forecast by the Department of Meteorology mostly in the North-Eastern areas of the c...,Thunderstorms predicted in several provinces and districts after 2 PM Thunderstorms and heavy showers are forecast by the Department of Meteorology mostly in the North-Eastern areas of the c...,negative,-0.943406343
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields marginally up",8/24/2020,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 184.45/70 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields were marginally up in m...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields marginally up Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 184.45/70 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields were marginally up in m...",negative,-0.996587992
Sri Lanka Coconut auction prices climb,8/24/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka’s average coconut prices continues to grow to 3.2 percent to 56,885 rupees for a 1000 nuts at the auction in...","Sri Lanka Coconut auction prices climb Sri Lanka’s average coconut prices continues to grow to 3.2 percent to 56,885 rupees for a 1000 nuts at the auction in...",negative,-0.910218596
"Sri Lanka egg output, export opportunity hit by maize import ban, collector oligopoly",8/24/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's egg production has been hit with a maize import ban and a powerful collector oligopoly driving up maize pric...,"Sri Lanka egg output, export opportunity hit by maize import ban, collector oligopoly Sri Lanka's egg production has been hit with a maize import ban and a powerful collector oligopoly driving up maize pric...",negative,-0.908512354
Sri Lanka seeks parliament nod for Sept-Dec 2020 vote-on-account,8/23/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has submitted a draft vote-on-account or mini budget to parliament seeking approval to spend 949.76 billion ru...,Sri Lanka seeks parliament nod for Sept-Dec 2020 vote-on-account Sri Lanka has submitted a draft vote-on-account or mini budget to parliament seeking approval to spend 949.76 billion ru...,negative,-0.99526453
Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths go to 12 with foreign returnee,8/23/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has recorded it’s the twelfth death from Coronavirus with a foreign returnee from India passing away the sta...,Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths go to 12 with foreign returnee Sri Lanka has recorded it’s the twelfth death from Coronavirus with a foreign returnee from India passing away the sta...,negative,-0.99316144
Advocata commends the launch of E-registry for businesses,8/22/2020,Business,Advocata is commending the decision taken by the Department of Census and Statistics (DCS) to launch an e-registry porta...,Advocata commends the launch of E-registry for businesses Advocata is commending the decision taken by the Department of Census and Statistics (DCS) to launch an e-registry porta...,positive,0.994865239
Sri Lanka hikes import tax on potatoes,8/22/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka has hiked the tax on imported potatoes to 55 rupees a kilogram with effect from August for four months, a Fina...","Sri Lanka hikes import tax on potatoes Sri Lanka has hiked the tax on imported potatoes to 55 rupees a kilogram with effect from August for four months, a Fina...",negative,-0.976334333
"Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank to sell senior, bail-in bonds",8/22/2020,Banking,Fitch Ratings had given an expected rating a 'A(lka) (EXP) to planned senior debt issue of Seylan Bank Plc and a two not...,"Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank to sell senior, bail-in bonds Fitch Ratings had given an expected rating a 'A(lka) (EXP) to planned senior debt issue of Seylan Bank Plc and a two not...",negative,-0.995651662
President’s actions leading this country towards autocracy – Harin Fernando,8/22/2020,Health,The Opposition is criticizing President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s policy statement made to Parliament yesterday saying it h...,President’s actions leading this country towards autocracy – Harin Fernando The Opposition is criticizing President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s policy statement made to Parliament yesterday saying it h...,negative,-0.997560024
Sri Lanka has post-poll mini-spike in Covid cases as repatriation flights resume,8/22/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is seeing a post-election mini-spike in Covid cases as the government resumes flights repatriating citizens pa...,Sri Lanka has post-poll mini-spike in Covid cases as repatriation flights resume Sri Lanka is seeing a post-election mini-spike in Covid cases as the government resumes flights repatriating citizens pa...,negative,-0.990265429
DFCC Director Krishantha Cooray resigns,8/22/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank said Krishantha Cooray, an independent director, had resigned from its board of directors with eff...","DFCC Director Krishantha Cooray resigns Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank said Krishantha Cooray, an independent director, had resigned from its board of directors with eff...",negative,-0.998471439
Sri Lanka to reactivate export development council of ministers,8/22/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's newly appointed trade minister Bandula Gunewardene had said he would revive an Export Development Council of...,Sri Lanka to reactivate export development council of ministers Sri Lanka's newly appointed trade minister Bandula Gunewardene had said he would revive an Export Development Council of...,positive,0.99751389
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields flat",8/21/2020,Uncategorized, Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 184.40/65 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were flat in moderate ...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields flat  Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 184.40/65 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were flat in moderate ...",negative,-0.999294996
Stocks close 0.41-pct higher,8/21/2020,Uncategorized," Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.41 percent higher for the third week on index heavy stocks in Lion Brewery Ceylon, Distilleri...","Stocks close 0.41-pct higher  Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.41 percent higher for the third week on index heavy stocks in Lion Brewery Ceylon, Distilleri...",negative,-0.992962062
Sri Lanka's Sanken gets offshore finance for construction imports amid trade controls,8/21/2020,Construction and Real Estate,Sri Lanka's Sanken group said it has secured offshore import financing facility suported by Hatton National Bank and Peo...,Sri Lanka's Sanken gets offshore finance for construction imports amid trade controls Sri Lanka's Sanken group said it has secured offshore import financing facility suported by Hatton National Bank and Peo...,positive,0.952298164
Sajith sees a gap between Gotabaya's goals and the plans to achieve them,8/21/2020,Economy,The Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa says there is a huge gap between the goals laid out in the President’s p...,Sajith sees a gap between Gotabaya's goals and the plans to achieve them The Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa says there is a huge gap between the goals laid out in the President’s p...,negative,-0.9993788
Sri Lanka repatriates nationals stranded in Thailand,8/21/2020,Business,"A group of 87 Sri Lanka nationals stranded in Thailand had been repatriated on a SriLankan Airlines charter flight, the ...","Sri Lanka repatriates nationals stranded in Thailand A group of 87 Sri Lanka nationals stranded in Thailand had been repatriated on a SriLankan Airlines charter flight, the ...",negative,-0.988941133
"Sampayo ""arrest"": AG orders investigation on Negombo Police OIC, police media spokesman",8/21/2020,Crime,Attorney General Dappula de Livera has instructed Acting IGP C D Wickramaratne to conduct investigations against the Neg...,"Sampayo ""arrest"": AG orders investigation on Negombo Police OIC, police media spokesman Attorney General Dappula de Livera has instructed Acting IGP C D Wickramaratne to conduct investigations against the Neg...",negative,-0.967295468
Utilities Commission probing reason for countrywide blackout on August 16,8/21/2020,Energy,The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka is conducting investigations at the Kerawalapitiya and Norochcholai power p...,Utilities Commission probing reason for countrywide blackout on August 16 The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka is conducting investigations at the Kerawalapitiya and Norochcholai power p...,negative,-0.967938602
Government not clear whether independent commissions will stay or go,8/21/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,The government is not providing a direct answer as to whether the Constitutional changes it proposes includes the dissol...,Government not clear whether independent commissions will stay or go The government is not providing a direct answer as to whether the Constitutional changes it proposes includes the dissol...,negative,-0.999470055
No decision on UNP National List MP as yet,8/21/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,The United National Party (UNP) has not yet decided on who they will nominate to the single National List seat it won in...,No decision on UNP National List MP as yet The United National Party (UNP) has not yet decided on who they will nominate to the single National List seat it won in...,negative,-0.998544693
Sri Lanka statistics office under pressure to show higher economic growth numbers,8/21/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank will start discussions with the Department of Census and Statistics after it reported a 1.6 per...,Sri Lanka statistics office under pressure to show higher economic growth numbers Sri Lanka's central bank will start discussions with the Department of Census and Statistics after it reported a 1.6 per...,negative,-0.988729894
"Sri Lanka import competition controlled, crops banned, fish should be halted: President",8/21/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka has already controlled imports competing with businessmen, farmers were protected, re-export of exportable pro...","Sri Lanka import competition controlled, crops banned, fish should be halted: President Sri Lanka has already controlled imports competing with businessmen, farmers were protected, re-export of exportable pro...",negative,-0.999297023
"Sri Lanka could have near zero growth in 2020, despite Covid-19 controlled recovery: Central Bank",8/20/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's domestic economic activities and exports are recovering fast with Coronavirus under control, but a 1.6 perce...","Sri Lanka could have near zero growth in 2020, despite Covid-19 controlled recovery: Central Bank Sri Lanka's domestic economic activities and exports are recovering fast with Coronavirus under control, but a 1.6 perce...",negative,-0.996594608
President promises University education for all students who pass the Advanced Levels,8/20/2020,Education,"President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is promising to overhaul the education system, solve issues in schools, increase the capaci...","President promises University education for all students who pass the Advanced Levels President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is promising to overhaul the education system, solve issues in schools, increase the capaci...",positive,0.999277771
Full Text of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's speech to Parliament,8/20/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,The full text of the speech delivered by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the inauguration of the Ninth Parliament of Sri...,Full Text of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's speech to Parliament The full text of the speech delivered by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the inauguration of the Ninth Parliament of Sri...,positive,0.981542647
"Sri Lanka President promises a Constitution with “One country, one law for all people”",8/20/2020,Corruption,"•	Sweeping changes to the country’s Constitution that will ensure a stable Parliament •	Priority will be given...","Sri Lanka President promises a Constitution with “One country, one law for all people” •	Sweeping changes to the country’s Constitution that will ensure a stable Parliament •	Priority will be given...",positive,0.998748779
New mechanism to address public complaints against police: Def Secy,8/20/2020,Security,Sri Lanka’s defence establishment plans to launch a new mechanism to address public complaints and petitions against t...,New mechanism to address public complaints against police: Def Secy Sri Lanka’s defence establishment plans to launch a new mechanism to address public complaints and petitions against t...,negative,-0.820890546
"Sri Lanka will halt oil palm cultivation, grow more coconut: President",8/20/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka will halt the cultivation of oil palm in the country, while giving assistance to growth coconut in new areas, ...","Sri Lanka will halt oil palm cultivation, grow more coconut: President Sri Lanka will halt the cultivation of oil palm in the country, while giving assistance to growth coconut in new areas, ...",negative,-0.992189825
Police probing skeletal remains found in Pannai in Jaffna,8/20/2020,Courts,Skeletal remains found near a temple in Jaffna are now with the Medical Officer for the forensic medical test and dating...,Police probing skeletal remains found in Pannai in Jaffna Skeletal remains found near a temple in Jaffna are now with the Medical Officer for the forensic medical test and dating...,negative,-0.988863587
"Sub-committee to draft 20th amendment to Sri Lanka constitution; 19A out, salient features to remain",8/20/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka’s newly appointed cabinet of ministers will appoint a five-member subcommittee to draft the proposed 20th am...,"Sub-committee to draft 20th amendment to Sri Lanka constitution; 19A out, salient features to remain Sri Lanka’s newly appointed cabinet of ministers will appoint a five-member subcommittee to draft the proposed 20th am...",positive,0.64267832
Most Sri Lankans stranded in the Middle-East can’t afford the pricey tickets home - Returnee,8/20/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka resumed flights to bring back migrant workers from Kuwait today, but returnees say many Sri Lankans remain stu...","Most Sri Lankans stranded in the Middle-East can’t afford the pricey tickets home - Returnee Sri Lanka resumed flights to bring back migrant workers from Kuwait today, but returnees say many Sri Lankans remain stu...",negative,-0.988469541
Sri Lanka central bank planning housing loan scheme under govt policy directions: CB Governor,8/20/2020,Banking, Sri Lanka's central bank will announce a housing loan program for low and middle income borrowers in line with governme...,Sri Lanka central bank planning housing loan scheme under govt policy directions: CB Governor  Sri Lanka's central bank will announce a housing loan program for low and middle income borrowers in line with governme...,negative,-0.937798142
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields up",8/20/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 186.90/187.20 against the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields were gained in ac...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields up Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 186.90/187.20 against the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields were gained in ac...",negative,-0.997320354
"Ninth Parliament: Mahinda Yapa Speaker, Siyambalapitiya Deputy, Sajith Leader of the Opposition",8/20/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,Mahinda Yapa Abeywardene was elected as Speaker of the Ninth Parliament of Sri Lanka unanimously by the new Members toda...,"Ninth Parliament: Mahinda Yapa Speaker, Siyambalapitiya Deputy, Sajith Leader of the Opposition Mahinda Yapa Abeywardene was elected as Speaker of the Ninth Parliament of Sri Lanka unanimously by the new Members toda...",positive,0.977995515
Mahinda Yapa Elected unanimously as new Speaker of Parliament,8/20/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,Mahinda Yapa Abeywardene was elected as the new Speaker of Parliament unanimously by members of Parliament.,Mahinda Yapa Elected unanimously as new Speaker of Parliament Mahinda Yapa Abeywardene was elected as the new Speaker of Parliament unanimously by members of Parliament.,positive,0.997582316
"Sri Lanka policy rate floor unchanged, central bank to slap loan price controls",8/20/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's central bank has kept its floor policy rate at 4.50 percnet, which has prevented rates from falling further ...","Sri Lanka policy rate floor unchanged, central bank to slap loan price controls Sri Lanka's central bank has kept its floor policy rate at 4.50 percnet, which has prevented rates from falling further ...",negative,-0.9477005
President expected to  lay-out the government’s plan to recover from the current crisis today in ...,8/20/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will ceremonially declare the Ninth Parliament of Sri Lanka open this afternoon where he is...,President expected to  lay-out the government’s plan to recover from the current crisis today in ... President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will ceremonially declare the Ninth Parliament of Sri Lanka open this afternoon where he is...,positive,0.997137547
They‘re back! Sri Lanka’s famous Parliamentary pugilists are returned by the voters,8/20/2020,Law and Order,Many of the Parliamentarians who fought like street thugs in front of live TV cameras are back in the House and are join...,They‘re back! Sri Lanka’s famous Parliamentary pugilists are returned by the voters Many of the Parliamentarians who fought like street thugs in front of live TV cameras are back in the House and are join...,positive,0.991482019
Navy seizes over eight tonnes of dried turmeric smuggled into Sri Lanka,8/19/2020,Economy,"The Sri Lanka Navy over the past three weeks seized over 8,245kg of dried turmeric smuggled into the island via sea rout...","Navy seizes over eight tonnes of dried turmeric smuggled into Sri Lanka The Sri Lanka Navy over the past three weeks seized over 8,245kg of dried turmeric smuggled into the island via sea rout...",negative,-0.992215455
"Committee to probe irregularities, misconduct in state banks during the past regime",8/19/2020,Banking,"The Cabinet has appointed a committee to investigate alleged irregularities, unproductive initiatives and misconduct in ...","Committee to probe irregularities, misconduct in state banks during the past regime The Cabinet has appointed a committee to investigate alleged irregularities, unproductive initiatives and misconduct in ...",negative,-0.927151263
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields marginally down,8/19/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's Treasuries yield fell across maturities at Wednesday's auction with all bills offered sold, data from the st...","Sri Lanka Treasuries yields marginally down Sri Lanka's Treasuries yield fell across maturities at Wednesday's auction with all bills offered sold, data from the st...",negative,-0.996696353
Sri Lanka stocks close 1.35-pct up,8/19/2020,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka’s stocks ended 1.35 percent higher on Brown Investments, John Keells Holdings and LOLC holdings on Wednesday...","Sri Lanka stocks close 1.35-pct up Sri Lanka’s stocks ended 1.35 percent higher on Brown Investments, John Keells Holdings and LOLC holdings on Wednesday...",negative,-0.844335973
Conditional permission granted for state-run schools to re-open,8/19/2020,Education,The government has granted conditional permission for schools throughout the country to re-open even if they have more t...,Conditional permission granted for state-run schools to re-open The government has granted conditional permission for schools throughout the country to re-open even if they have more t...,negative,-0.941548765
Cabinet approves the decision to change the country’s constitution,8/19/2020,Legal,"At its first Cabinet meeting, the new government has approved making changes to the Constitution, the Cabinet Spokesman ...","Cabinet approves the decision to change the country’s constitution At its first Cabinet meeting, the new government has approved making changes to the Constitution, the Cabinet Spokesman ...",positive,0.99332881
Sri Lanka Tourism Alliance boosts innovative SMEs,8/19/2020,Business,Sri Lanka Tourism Alliance said it had started a program to help transform the offering of the small and medium sector b...,Sri Lanka Tourism Alliance boosts innovative SMEs Sri Lanka Tourism Alliance said it had started a program to help transform the offering of the small and medium sector b...,positive,0.999394298
Ruwan Wijewardene says UNP will “join hands” with the SJB,8/19/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,Deputy Secretary-General of United National Party (UNP) Ruwan Wijewardene says his party hopes to join hands and work wi...,Ruwan Wijewardene says UNP will “join hands” with the SJB Deputy Secretary-General of United National Party (UNP) Ruwan Wijewardene says his party hopes to join hands and work wi...,negative,-0.530326962
"President orders park & ride, prepaid cards for public transport; expressways may allow non-luxury b...",8/19/2020,Economy,"A park & ride system, prepaid cards and combined timetables are among measures to be taken by Sri Lanka’s Transport Mi...","President orders park & ride, prepaid cards for public transport; expressways may allow non-luxury b... A park & ride system, prepaid cards and combined timetables are among measures to be taken by Sri Lanka’s Transport Mi...",negative,-0.954498291
"Increasing batik, handlooms, local garment production top priority for Sri Lanka: President",8/19/2020,Economy,"Increasing the production of batik, handlooms and local garments is a top priority for Sri Lanka’s newly elected gover...","Increasing batik, handlooms, local garment production top priority for Sri Lanka: President Increasing the production of batik, handlooms and local garments is a top priority for Sri Lanka’s newly elected gover...",positive,0.998920798
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields ease",8/19/2020,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 184.20/50 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields were down marginally...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields ease Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 184.20/50 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields were down marginally...",negative,-0.993748903
Two new COVID-19 patients found in Sri Lanka,8/19/2020,Health,"Two new COVID-19 patients, both returnees from the UAE, were reported in Sri Lanka as at 6am today, the National Operati...","Two new COVID-19 patients found in Sri Lanka Two new COVID-19 patients, both returnees from the UAE, were reported in Sri Lanka as at 6am today, the National Operati...",negative,-0.98022604
Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena likely to be Speaker of the Ninth Parliament,8/19/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,"The new Speaker of Parliament will likely be veteran parliamentarian Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena, the Parliament Spokesman ...","Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena likely to be Speaker of the Ninth Parliament The new Speaker of Parliament will likely be veteran parliamentarian Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena, the Parliament Spokesman ...",positive,0.994321227
President orders road development in Sinharaja protected zone to be stopped,8/19/2020,Environment,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered road construction taking place in the buffer zone and inside the Sinharaja Worl...,President orders road development in Sinharaja protected zone to be stopped President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered road construction taking place in the buffer zone and inside the Sinharaja Worl...,negative,-0.971086323
"Sri Lanka power cuts, IPPs in play with coal plants down after grid failure",8/19/2020,Energy,"Sri Lanka's Independent Power Producers are generating 35 percent of daily energy, with the Mahweli River plants adding ...","Sri Lanka power cuts, IPPs in play with coal plants down after grid failure Sri Lanka's Independent Power Producers are generating 35 percent of daily energy, with the Mahweli River plants adding ...",negative,-0.83649236
Sri Lanka vehicle registrations down in July,8/19/2020,Ground,"Sri Lanka's vehicle registrations fell to 28,572 in July down from 32,123 with motorcycle registration at 22,419 from 25...","Sri Lanka vehicle registrations down in July Sri Lanka's vehicle registrations fell to 28,572 in July down from 32,123 with motorcycle registration at 22,419 from 25...",negative,-0.998798966
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields down",8/18/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 184.30/40 against the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields were down at market cl...,"Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields down Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 184.30/40 against the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields were down at market cl...",negative,-0.999311924
Load-shedding or power cuts from tonight for four days,8/18/2020,Energy,"Electricity consumers around the country should expect load-shedding from tonight for at least four days, official sourc...","Load-shedding or power cuts from tonight for four days Electricity consumers around the country should expect load-shedding from tonight for at least four days, official sourc...",negative,-0.997926712
Kurunegala taxpayers will foot Rs 2mn Lawyers bill to defend Mayor,8/18/2020,Politics,The Kurunegala Municipal Council passed a resolution yesterday to cover the legal expenses incurred in the case against ...,Kurunegala taxpayers will foot Rs 2mn Lawyers bill to defend Mayor The Kurunegala Municipal Council passed a resolution yesterday to cover the legal expenses incurred in the case against ...,negative,-0.973762751
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.60-pct up,8/18/2020,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.60 percent higher for the second week on index heavy stocks in LOLC Holdings Plc, Ceylon Tobac...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.60-pct up Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.60 percent higher for the second week on index heavy stocks in LOLC Holdings Plc, Ceylon Tobac...",negative,-0.991527021
OPPP National List dispute: Monk complains to Swiss Embassy,8/18/2020,Legal,A Monk associated with the Our People’s Power Party (OPPP) has complained at the Swiss Embassy in Colombo saying he wa...,OPPP National List dispute: Monk complains to Swiss Embassy A Monk associated with the Our People’s Power Party (OPPP) has complained at the Swiss Embassy in Colombo saying he wa...,negative,-0.9972139
Whither Sri Lanka's opposition?,8/18/2020,Politics,Prof Jayadeva Uyangoda in conversation with EconomyNext about what lies ahead for Sri Lanka's opposition in the wake of ...,Whither Sri Lanka's opposition? Prof Jayadeva Uyangoda in conversation with EconomyNext about what lies ahead for Sri Lanka's opposition in the wake of ...,positive,0.974824667
Seven new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka,8/18/2020,Health,"Seven new COVID-19 patients were reported in Sri Lanka as at 6am today, the National Operations Centre for Prevention of...","Seven new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka Seven new COVID-19 patients were reported in Sri Lanka as at 6am today, the National Operations Centre for Prevention of...",negative,-0.96802783
New Justice Minister Ali Sabry promising court reforms to reduce delays,8/18/2020,Corruption,Newly minted Justice Minister Mohamed Ali Sabry is promising major reforms in the Courts system because he has seen the ...,New Justice Minister Ali Sabry promising court reforms to reduce delays Newly minted Justice Minister Mohamed Ali Sabry is promising major reforms in the Courts system because he has seen the ...,positive,0.997832716
Efforts to implement Trilingual packaging for 76 consumer products halted.,8/18/2020,Consumer Affairs,"The implementation of mandatory trilingual packaging for 76 products has been stopped, for now, a senior official told E...","Efforts to implement Trilingual packaging for 76 consumer products halted. The implementation of mandatory trilingual packaging for 76 products has been stopped, for now, a senior official told E...",negative,-0.999518633
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields ease on short tenures",8/18/2020,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 183.65/75 against the US dollar on Tuesday in the spot market while bond yields w...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields ease on short tenures Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 183.65/75 against the US dollar on Tuesday in the spot market while bond yields w...",positive,0.817096114
Sri Lanka ramping up random testing for Covid 19 - officials,8/18/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka is ramping up random testing for Covid 19 with 37,000 random PCR tests planned in August countrywide, official...","Sri Lanka ramping up random testing for Covid 19 - officials Sri Lanka is ramping up random testing for Covid 19 with 37,000 random PCR tests planned in August countrywide, official...",negative,-0.99425298
Sri Lanka's HNB June 2020 quarter net down 29-pct,8/18/2020,Markets,"Profits at Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank group fell 29 percent to 2,1 billion rupees as the bank recognized interest ...","Sri Lanka's HNB June 2020 quarter net down 29-pct Profits at Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank group fell 29 percent to 2,1 billion rupees as the bank recognized interest ...",negative,-0.999266088
Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank June 2020 quarter net up 4.5-pct,8/18/2020,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank of Ceylon grew 4.5 percent from a year earlier to 3.6 billon rupees in the June 2...,Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank June 2020 quarter net up 4.5-pct Profits at Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank of Ceylon grew 4.5 percent from a year earlier to 3.6 billon rupees in the June 2...,positive,0.773266613
Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard wins Norway deal for bulk carriers,8/18/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard Plc said it is getting ready to build six 5,000 dead weight tonne bulk hybrid carriers for ...","Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard wins Norway deal for bulk carriers Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard Plc said it is getting ready to build six 5,000 dead weight tonne bulk hybrid carriers for ...",positive,0.768945038
Sri Lanka's HTCey Aqua culture to build hi-tech shrimp farm in Puttalam,8/17/2020,Business,HTCey Aqua Cutlure (Pvt) Ltd will invest 1.8 million US dollars to build a shrimp farm using new technology which will b...,Sri Lanka's HTCey Aqua culture to build hi-tech shrimp farm in Puttalam HTCey Aqua Cutlure (Pvt) Ltd will invest 1.8 million US dollars to build a shrimp farm using new technology which will b...,negative,-0.931668818
Environmentalists protest against road construction in Sinharaja Forest,8/17/2020,Environment,"The Centre for Environment and Nature Studies (CENS) in Sri Lanka, is protesting against the construction of a road in t...","Environmentalists protest against road construction in Sinharaja Forest The Centre for Environment and Nature Studies (CENS) in Sri Lanka, is protesting against the construction of a road in t...",negative,-0.980471253
Minister and PUCSL demand reports about countrywide power failure in three days,8/17/2020,Energy,The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has demanded that the Ceylon Electricity Board submit an investigat...,Minister and PUCSL demand reports about countrywide power failure in three days The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has demanded that the Ceylon Electricity Board submit an investigat...,negative,-0.995028436
Sri Lanka in extended blackout as grid fails repeatedly - Update,8/17/2020,Energy,Sri Lanka's power blackout which started around mid-day has extended towards nightfall as grid failed repeatedly while e...,Sri Lanka in extended blackout as grid fails repeatedly - Update Sri Lanka's power blackout which started around mid-day has extended towards nightfall as grid failed repeatedly while e...,negative,-0.99933064
Sri Lanka blockchain start-up gets venture capital from Japan,8/17/2020,ICT,"Tracified, a Sri Lanka-based start-up which is developing a blockchain based solution to track supply chains has receive...","Sri Lanka blockchain start-up gets venture capital from Japan Tracified, a Sri Lanka-based start-up which is developing a blockchain based solution to track supply chains has receive...",negative,-0.985311925
Sri Lanka high grown teas see pick up,8/17/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's High Grown teas, the cheapest teas in the island, saw a slight pick up in the first sale in August amid fair...","Sri Lanka high grown teas see pick up Sri Lanka's High Grown teas, the cheapest teas in the island, saw a slight pick up in the first sale in August amid fair...",negative,-0.939826548
Sri Lanka power grid in total cascading failure,8/17/2020,Energy,Sri Lanka's power supply operated by state-run Ceylon Electricity Board was hit by a cascading failure cutting off power...,Sri Lanka power grid in total cascading failure Sri Lanka's power supply operated by state-run Ceylon Electricity Board was hit by a cascading failure cutting off power...,negative,-0.999772608
Ministry appointments do not reflect post-COVID economic revival strategy: Harsha,8/17/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka’s main opposition party the Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) does not see a short term or long term post-COVID-1...,Ministry appointments do not reflect post-COVID economic revival strategy: Harsha Sri Lanka’s main opposition party the Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) does not see a short term or long term post-COVID-1...,negative,-0.999119461
Three new COVID-19 patients reported in Sri Lanka,8/17/2020,Health,"Three new COVID-19 patients were reported in Sri Lanka as at 6am today, the National Operations Centre for Prevention of...","Three new COVID-19 patients reported in Sri Lanka Three new COVID-19 patients were reported in Sri Lanka as at 6am today, the National Operations Centre for Prevention of...",negative,-0.971623063
SLFP “deeply disappointed” over Cabinet positions – Prof Rohana Luxman,8/17/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,The Sri Lanka Freedom party (SLFP) is “deeply unhappy” over the treatment given to it by the governing Sri Lanka Pod...,SLFP “deeply disappointed” over Cabinet positions – Prof Rohana Luxman The Sri Lanka Freedom party (SLFP) is “deeply unhappy” over the treatment given to it by the governing Sri Lanka Pod...,negative,-0.999388814
"Sri Lanka bonds marginally up ahead of parliament opening, rupee stronger",8/17/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's bond yields opening marginally higher and the rupee was steady ahead of the opening of a new parliament on A...,"Sri Lanka bonds marginally up ahead of parliament opening, rupee stronger Sri Lanka's bond yields opening marginally higher and the rupee was steady ahead of the opening of a new parliament on A...",positive,0.999124825
Sri Lanka ministers given to-do list: Cabraal,8/17/2020,General Economy,Sri Lanka's new ministers have been given a 'to do' list in the form of specific subjects by President Gotabaya Rajapaks...,Sri Lanka ministers given to-do list: Cabraal Sri Lanka's new ministers have been given a 'to do' list in the form of specific subjects by President Gotabaya Rajapaks...,positive,0.951579928
Sri Lanka central bank buys US$162mn in July 2020 amid negative private credit,8/17/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank has bought 162.5 million dollars from the interbank forex market in July 2020 after negative pr...,Sri Lanka central bank buys US$162mn in July 2020 amid negative private credit Sri Lanka's central bank has bought 162.5 million dollars from the interbank forex market in July 2020 after negative pr...,negative,-0.997243643
Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon in losses in the June 2020 quarter,8/16/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's state-run Bank of Ceylon, the largest commercial bank in the country has reported a loss 296 million rupees ...","Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon in losses in the June 2020 quarter Sri Lanka's state-run Bank of Ceylon, the largest commercial bank in the country has reported a loss 296 million rupees ...",negative,-0.99947232
Vietnam donates medical supplies to Sri Lanka,8/16/2020,Political News,Vietnam has donated medical supplies to Sri Lanka to help battle Coronavirus.,Vietnam donates medical supplies to Sri Lanka Vietnam has donated medical supplies to Sri Lanka to help battle Coronavirus.,negative,-0.780503035
Opinion: Not having a Cabinet level Ministry dealing with Women and Children’s needs is regressive,8/16/2020,Gender Issues,"By relegating the subject of women and children to a State Ministry without even a stand-alone status, it seems that for...","Opinion: Not having a Cabinet level Ministry dealing with Women and Children’s needs is regressive By relegating the subject of women and children to a State Ministry without even a stand-alone status, it seems that for...",negative,-0.989696026
Opinion: Leading For a New Safe and Prosperous Normal,8/16/2020,Education,"The threat of Covid-19 still haunts us even though Sri Lanka is one of the few countries in the world, keeping it at bay...","Opinion: Leading For a New Safe and Prosperous Normal The threat of Covid-19 still haunts us even though Sri Lanka is one of the few countries in the world, keeping it at bay...",positive,0.9896667
NDB Bank Sri Lanka net up on June 2020 quarter,8/16/2020,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka's NDB Bank net profits grew 43 percent to 1.1 billion rupees in the June 2020 quarter from a year e...,NDB Bank Sri Lanka net up on June 2020 quarter Profits at Sri Lanka's NDB Bank net profits grew 43 percent to 1.1 billion rupees in the June 2020 quarter from a year e...,negative,-0.728276074
Sri Lanka cigarette sales recovering fast from 38-pct plunge in Coronavirus lockdown,8/16/2020,General Industry,"Ceylon Tobbacco Plc, a unit British American Tobacco that that has a monopoly in cigarette production said volumes fell ...","Sri Lanka cigarette sales recovering fast from 38-pct plunge in Coronavirus lockdown Ceylon Tobbacco Plc, a unit British American Tobacco that that has a monopoly in cigarette production said volumes fell ...",negative,-0.999705255
Chandrika doesn’t know “whether to laugh or cry” at the fate of the SLFP,8/15/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,Former President Chandrika Kumaratunga bemoans what has happened to the SLFP and the UNP and says she “doesn’t know ...,Chandrika doesn’t know “whether to laugh or cry” at the fate of the SLFP Former President Chandrika Kumaratunga bemoans what has happened to the SLFP and the UNP and says she “doesn’t know ...,negative,-0.999106467
Sri Lanka Lion Beer net down 91-pct on Covid-19 lockdown,8/15/2020,Economy,Profits at Sri Lanka's Lion Beer Plc fell 91 percent from a year earlier to 72.5 million rupees in the June 2020 quarter...,Sri Lanka Lion Beer net down 91-pct on Covid-19 lockdown Profits at Sri Lanka's Lion Beer Plc fell 91 percent from a year earlier to 72.5 million rupees in the June 2020 quarter...,negative,-0.998847365
COVID Update: This week has seen 43 more patients detected mostly returnees,8/15/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka’s Health Services is reporting that 43 new COVID 19 cases were detected in the week from last Saturday, Augu...","COVID Update: This week has seen 43 more patients detected mostly returnees Sri Lanka’s Health Services is reporting that 43 new COVID 19 cases were detected in the week from last Saturday, Augu...",negative,-0.969925046
University heads asked to crackdown on ragging as campuses open on Monday,8/15/2020,Crime,"The University Grants Commission (UGC) has instructed all heads of Universities, to forward all complaints of ragging an...","University heads asked to crackdown on ragging as campuses open on Monday The University Grants Commission (UGC) has instructed all heads of Universities, to forward all complaints of ragging an...",negative,-0.989215732
Sri Lanka defence portfolio left out of gazette,8/15/2020,Political News,The official gazette notification announcing the new cabinet has left out the defence portfolio despite President Gotaba...,Sri Lanka defence portfolio left out of gazette The official gazette notification announcing the new cabinet has left out the defence portfolio despite President Gotaba...,negative,-0.999533415
Sri Lanka exports rise 11-pct in July 2020 with Coronavirus control,8/14/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's exports in July 2020 grew 11 percent from a year earlier to 1,090 million US dollars, with stable production...","Sri Lanka exports rise 11-pct in July 2020 with Coronavirus control Sri Lanka's exports in July 2020 grew 11 percent from a year earlier to 1,090 million US dollars, with stable production...",positive,0.998757005
Activists and academics ask for separate Cabinet Ministry for Women's Affairs,8/14/2020,Human Rights,The downgrading of women and children’s affairs from Cabinet to State level has resulted in disappointed citizens and ...,Activists and academics ask for separate Cabinet Ministry for Women's Affairs The downgrading of women and children’s affairs from Cabinet to State level has resulted in disappointed citizens and ...,negative,-0.999321461
Missing Monk claiming National List Parliamentary seat tells a harrowing tale in Youtube Video,8/14/2020,Corruption,The Buddhist Monk holding the key to the single Parliamentary seat won by the Monks-led Our People’s Power Party (OPPP...,Missing Monk claiming National List Parliamentary seat tells a harrowing tale in Youtube Video The Buddhist Monk holding the key to the single Parliamentary seat won by the Monks-led Our People’s Power Party (OPPP...,negative,-0.928268254
"Sri Lanka to maintain stable rupee, draw foreign investors: Minister Cabraal",8/14/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka will maintain a stable rupee and competitive interest rates and create conditions to bring back foreign invest...,"Sri Lanka to maintain stable rupee, draw foreign investors: Minister Cabraal Sri Lanka will maintain a stable rupee and competitive interest rates and create conditions to bring back foreign invest...",positive,0.997400284
Sri Lankan Airlines says cargo flights to China unaffected by Shanghai suspension,8/14/2020,Aviation,SriLankan Airlines cargo flight to China will be unaffected by a four week suspension of flights to Shanghai imposed by ...,Sri Lankan Airlines says cargo flights to China unaffected by Shanghai suspension SriLankan Airlines cargo flight to China will be unaffected by a four week suspension of flights to Shanghai imposed by ...,negative,-0.996605396
Sri Lanka offering tax breaks for investments in the agricultural sector - Minister,8/14/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka is offering tax incentives for local investors who want to put their money into developing agricultural projec...,Sri Lanka offering tax breaks for investments in the agricultural sector - Minister Sri Lanka is offering tax incentives for local investors who want to put their money into developing agricultural projec...,negative,-0.848740995
UNP to choose a member for National List today as attempt to make Karu interim leader fails,8/14/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,"The United National Party, still reeling from its biggest defeat in history will meet this morning to nominate a member ...","UNP to choose a member for National List today as attempt to make Karu interim leader fails The United National Party, still reeling from its biggest defeat in history will meet this morning to nominate a member ...",negative,-0.992218375
COVID UPDATE: Only one new patient reported this morning,8/14/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has identified only one new COVID-19 patient as at 6 am this morning, National Operations Centre for Preventio...","COVID UPDATE: Only one new patient reported this morning Sri Lanka has identified only one new COVID-19 patient as at 6 am this morning, National Operations Centre for Preventio...",negative,-0.995001614
"Sri Lanka rupee stronger, bond yields ease at open",8/14/2020,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 182.70/80 against the US dollar on Friday in the spot market while bond yields eased, deal...","Sri Lanka rupee stronger, bond yields ease at open Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 182.70/80 against the US dollar on Friday in the spot market while bond yields eased, deal...",positive,0.885596275
Multi-family office sees growing opportunities in Sri Lanka,8/14/2020,Business,"A strong demand is seen to service as traditional family owned businesses grow larger, seek to internationalize their op...","Multi-family office sees growing opportunities in Sri Lanka A strong demand is seen to service as traditional family owned businesses grow larger, seek to internationalize their op...",positive,0.997947752
Sri Lanka President appoints ministry secretaries,8/13/2020,Political News,"Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed 25 secretaries to ministries, with some secretaries unchanged fro...","Sri Lanka President appoints ministry secretaries Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed 25 secretaries to ministries, with some secretaries unchanged fro...",negative,-0.807231843
Admiral (Rtd) Prof Jayanath Colombage new Secretary to Foreign Ministry,8/13/2020,Environment,"The government has appointed a new Secretary to the Ministry of Foreign Relations, as well as several other ministries t...","Admiral (Rtd) Prof Jayanath Colombage new Secretary to Foreign Ministry The government has appointed a new Secretary to the Ministry of Foreign Relations, as well as several other ministries t...",positive,0.9835096
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields eased",8/13/2020,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka rupee was closed at 182.90/183.00 against the US dollar on Thursday in the spot market while bond yields eased...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields eased Sri Lanka rupee was closed at 182.90/183.00 against the US dollar on Thursday in the spot market while bond yields eased...",negative,-0.976540983
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.47 percent higher,8/13/2020,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.47 percent higher for the second continuous day on index heavy stocks Commercial Bank Ceylinco...,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.47 percent higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.47 percent higher for the second continuous day on index heavy stocks Commercial Bank Ceylinco...,negative,-0.989227772
"SJB resolves intra-party wrangling over National List, names are unchanged",8/13/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,The main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) has sent in its letter nominating seven members to the National List to...,"SJB resolves intra-party wrangling over National List, names are unchanged The main opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) has sent in its letter nominating seven members to the National List to...",negative,-0.981383741
Kamala Harris' VP nomination historic: Sri Lankan-American former chief of staff Rohini Kosoglu,8/13/2020,International Relations,This week’s nomination of Democratic Senator Kamala Harris as US presidential candidate Joe Biden’s running mate is ...,Kamala Harris' VP nomination historic: Sri Lankan-American former chief of staff Rohini Kosoglu This week’s nomination of Democratic Senator Kamala Harris as US presidential candidate Joe Biden’s running mate is ...,positive,0.989816189
UNP ready to reorganise and restructure under new leader: Ruwan,8/13/2020,Politics,"All members of the United National Party (UNP) have agreed to reorganise and restructure the party under a new leader, U...","UNP ready to reorganise and restructure under new leader: Ruwan All members of the United National Party (UNP) have agreed to reorganise and restructure the party under a new leader, U...",negative,-0.887946963
SriLanka Airlines route suspension linked to Covid-19 China residents,8/13/2020,Aviation,"Passengers on a SriLankan Airlines flight who had tested positive Coronavirus, triggering a threshold for suspending fli...","SriLanka Airlines route suspension linked to Covid-19 China residents Passengers on a SriLankan Airlines flight who had tested positive Coronavirus, triggering a threshold for suspending fli...",negative,-0.998212814
At least 14 new Cabinet Ministers have corruption charges levelled against them - Opposition,8/13/2020,Corruption,The Samagi Jana Balavegaya is not against the appointment of Mohamed Ali Sabry as Justice Minister because he is a Musli...,At least 14 new Cabinet Ministers have corruption charges levelled against them - Opposition The Samagi Jana Balavegaya is not against the appointment of Mohamed Ali Sabry as Justice Minister because he is a Musli...,negative,-0.929112792
"One new COVID-19 patient in Sri Lanka, 232 active cases under treatment: NOCPOC",8/13/2020,Health,"With a returnee from India being testing positive for COVID-19, the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka was ...","One new COVID-19 patient in Sri Lanka, 232 active cases under treatment: NOCPOC With a returnee from India being testing positive for COVID-19, the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka was ...",negative,-0.986010075
"Sri Lanka rupee stronger at open, bond yields ease",8/13/2020,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted firmer at 182.62/75 against the US dollar on Thursday in the spot market while bond yields ea...,"Sri Lanka rupee stronger at open, bond yields ease Sri Lanka rupee was quoted firmer at 182.62/75 against the US dollar on Thursday in the spot market while bond yields ea...",negative,-0.918739498
Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank net down over early recognition of interest loss,8/13/2020,Banking,Profits of Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Plc fell 36 percent to 1.32 billion rupees in the June 2020 quarter from a year earl...,Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank net down over early recognition of interest loss Profits of Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Plc fell 36 percent to 1.32 billion rupees in the June 2020 quarter from a year earl...,negative,-0.998823702
Sri Lanka drug manufacturers welcome pharma state ministry,8/13/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's pharmaceuticals manufacturers have welcomed the appointment of a minister for the sector, saying they now ac...","Sri Lanka drug manufacturers welcome pharma state ministry Sri Lanka's pharmaceuticals manufacturers have welcomed the appointment of a minister for the sector, saying they now ac...",positive,0.997581244
DFCC Bank Sri Lanka net up in June quarter,8/13/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank said profits rose to 766 million rupees in the June 2020 quarter from 183 million rupees a year ea...,DFCC Bank Sri Lanka net up in June quarter Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank said profits rose to 766 million rupees in the June 2020 quarter from 183 million rupees a year ea...,positive,0.854014874
"Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank expects 5-6 percent credit growth 2020, buys ISBs",8/13/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank of Ceylon, the island's largest private bank is expecting 5-6 percent credit growth in 2020 ...","Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank expects 5-6 percent credit growth 2020, buys ISBs Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank of Ceylon, the island's largest private bank is expecting 5-6 percent credit growth in 2020 ...",negative,-0.96569711
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields down",8/12/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 182.90/183.05 against the US dollar on Wednesday in the spot market while bond yields e...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields down Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 182.90/183.05 against the US dollar on Wednesday in the spot market while bond yields e...",negative,-0.992803514
Coronavirus gives Sri Lanka's wild elephants a reprieve,8/12/2020,Environment,"Sri Lanka's coronavirus lockdown has helped reduce the death toll from clashes between elephants and humans, conservatio...","Coronavirus gives Sri Lanka's wild elephants a reprieve Sri Lanka's coronavirus lockdown has helped reduce the death toll from clashes between elephants and humans, conservatio...",positive,0.968159556
GMOA not demanding that Dr Anuruddha Padeniya should be Ministry Secretary - Aluthge,8/12/2020,Health,The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) is saying that the Association is not demanding that its President...,GMOA not demanding that Dr Anuruddha Padeniya should be Ministry Secretary - Aluthge The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) is saying that the Association is not demanding that its President...,positive,0.994985223
Sri Lanka stocks close higher pushed by Commercial bank and JKH,8/12/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.47 percent higher on index heavy stocks Commercial Bank and John Keells Holdings while the gov...,Sri Lanka stocks close higher pushed by Commercial bank and JKH Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.47 percent higher on index heavy stocks Commercial Bank and John Keells Holdings while the gov...,negative,-0.971307874
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields flat,8/12/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields were flat at Wednesday's auction with 36.5 billion rupees of bills offered sold, data from...","Sri Lanka Treasuries yields flat Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields were flat at Wednesday's auction with 36.5 billion rupees of bills offered sold, data from...",negative,-0.999649525
Sri Lanka's LOLC net down 74-pct in March 2020 quarter,8/12/2020,Banking, Profits at Sri Lanka's LOLC Holdings fell 74 percent to 1.49 billion rupees in the March 2020 quarter from a year earli...,Sri Lanka's LOLC net down 74-pct in March 2020 quarter  Profits at Sri Lanka's LOLC Holdings fell 74 percent to 1.49 billion rupees in the March 2020 quarter from a year earli...,negative,-0.998763204
Gotabaya controversially appoints Ali Sabry as Minister of Justice,8/12/2020,Human Rights,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s decision to appoint his attorney Mohamed Ali Sabry as Minister of Justice today is cont...,Gotabaya controversially appoints Ali Sabry as Minister of Justice President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s decision to appoint his attorney Mohamed Ali Sabry as Minister of Justice today is cont...,negative,-0.991420865
No Cabinet post for Sirisena as SLFP faction in the alliance are fed crumbs by SLPP,8/12/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,The Sri Lanka Freedom Party’s (SLFP) status as the junior partner in the alliance with the Sri Lanka Podujana was conf...,No Cabinet post for Sirisena as SLFP faction in the alliance are fed crumbs by SLPP The Sri Lanka Freedom Party’s (SLFP) status as the junior partner in the alliance with the Sri Lanka Podujana was conf...,negative,-0.998374939
Suspect busted with 25kg of Kerala ganja in Boralesgamuwa: STF,8/12/2020,Crime,Sri Lanka’s Special Task Force (STF) arrested a 43-year old suspect with 25kg of Kerala Ganja (cannabis) in a snap sea...,Suspect busted with 25kg of Kerala ganja in Boralesgamuwa: STF Sri Lanka’s Special Task Force (STF) arrested a 43-year old suspect with 25kg of Kerala Ganja (cannabis) in a snap sea...,negative,-0.97806716
Sri Lanka COVID 19 update: All 9 new patients are overseas returnees - Army,8/12/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has identified a total of 9 new COVID-19 patients as at 6 am this morning August 12, the National Operations C...","Sri Lanka COVID 19 update: All 9 new patients are overseas returnees - Army Sri Lanka has identified a total of 9 new COVID-19 patients as at 6 am this morning August 12, the National Operations C...",negative,-0.969134271
Rights activist and academic Dr Harini Amarasuriya is the NPP National List nominee,8/12/2020,Education,Dr Harini Amarasuriya will be appointed as a National List Member of Parliament by the National People’s Power allianc...,Rights activist and academic Dr Harini Amarasuriya is the NPP National List nominee Dr Harini Amarasuriya will be appointed as a National List Member of Parliament by the National People’s Power allianc...,positive,0.969458938
"Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, bond yields flat",8/12/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted firmer at 183.85/95 percent on Wednesday in the spot market while and bond yields were flat a...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, bond yields flat Sri Lanka rupee was quoted firmer at 183.85/95 percent on Wednesday in the spot market while and bond yields were flat a...",negative,-0.99935478
"Sri Lanka President appoints cabinet ministers, state ministers",8/12/2020,Political News,"Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa appointed a 25 member cabinet, state ministers after an overwhelming majority und...","Sri Lanka President appoints cabinet ministers, state ministers Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa appointed a 25 member cabinet, state ministers after an overwhelming majority und...",positive,0.59159416
Sri Lanka apparel industry congratulates government; says facing worst time in 40 years,8/12/2020,Apparel,Sri Lanka's Joint Apparel Association forum has congratulated President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Prime Minister Mahinda Ra...,Sri Lanka apparel industry congratulates government; says facing worst time in 40 years Sri Lanka's Joint Apparel Association forum has congratulated President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Prime Minister Mahinda Ra...,negative,-0.977517784
Sri Lanka Telecom profits double in June 2020 quarter,8/12/2020,ICT,"Profits at Sri Lanka Telecom Plc, which also has a mobile unit doubled to 2.8 billion rupees in the June 2020 quarter fr...","Sri Lanka Telecom profits double in June 2020 quarter Profits at Sri Lanka Telecom Plc, which also has a mobile unit doubled to 2.8 billion rupees in the June 2020 quarter fr...",negative,-0.879534364
Main opposition still deadlocked over nominees for National List seats,8/11/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,The Main Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) remains deadlocked over finalizing its National List with Party Leaders...,Main opposition still deadlocked over nominees for National List seats The Main Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) remains deadlocked over finalizing its National List with Party Leaders...,negative,-0.997833908
While Gnanasara and Rathana Theros squabble over Parliamentary seat party Chairman stakes claim  ,8/11/2020,Legal,"In-fighting over who should have a seat in parliament from the Our People’s Power Party (OPPP), led by ultra-right-win...","While Gnanasara and Rathana Theros squabble over Parliamentary seat party Chairman stakes claim   In-fighting over who should have a seat in parliament from the Our People’s Power Party (OPPP), led by ultra-right-win...",negative,-0.976121187
"Sri Lanka rupee firmer at the close, gilt yields down",8/11/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 184.05/15 percent on Tuesday in the spot market while stocks gained and bond yields eas...,"Sri Lanka rupee firmer at the close, gilt yields down Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 184.05/15 percent on Tuesday in the spot market while stocks gained and bond yields eas...",negative,-0.991472483
Sri Lanka Angel Fund says seeking early-stage Post-Covid start-ups,8/11/2020,ICT,"The Angel Fund, start-up fund which has collected 100 million rupees says it is looking for innovative early-stage entit...","Sri Lanka Angel Fund says seeking early-stage Post-Covid start-ups The Angel Fund, start-up fund which has collected 100 million rupees says it is looking for innovative early-stage entit...",negative,-0.755778372
"PM thanks Kurunegala voters for resounding victory, says era of doing has begun",8/11/2020,Politics,"Thanking voters in Kurunegala for his overwhelming victory in Sri Lanka’s recently concluded parliamentary elections, ...","PM thanks Kurunegala voters for resounding victory, says era of doing has begun Thanking voters in Kurunegala for his overwhelming victory in Sri Lanka’s recently concluded parliamentary elections, ...",positive,0.999706209
Chinese Embassy tweets explanation to the Google map image 'CHINA SW' in Hambantota,8/11/2020,Business,The Chinese Embassy in Sri Lanka has replied to reports about the google map image that had emerged in social media show...,Chinese Embassy tweets explanation to the Google map image 'CHINA SW' in Hambantota The Chinese Embassy in Sri Lanka has replied to reports about the google map image that had emerged in social media show...,negative,-0.992585242
Twenty-seven new COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka,8/11/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka identified 27 new COVID-19 patients as at 6 am this morning, the National Operations Centre for Prevention ofÂ...","Twenty-seven new COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka identified 27 new COVID-19 patients as at 6 am this morning, the National Operations Centre for Prevention ofÂ...",negative,-0.970345974
Sri Lanka gets Safe Travels Stamp from international tourism body,8/11/2020,Business,Sri Lanka has been endorsed as a destination following approved hygiene and safety protocols by World Travel & Tourism C...,Sri Lanka gets Safe Travels Stamp from international tourism body Sri Lanka has been endorsed as a destination following approved hygiene and safety protocols by World Travel & Tourism C...,positive,0.988303661
Deploying new banking tech during Covid-19 ,8/11/2020,Banking,Listed Sampath Bank pushed the boundaries making sure customers had access to services and accelerating the digital adop...,Deploying new banking tech during Covid-19  Listed Sampath Bank pushed the boundaries making sure customers had access to services and accelerating the digital adop...,positive,0.991342545
"Sri Lanka rupee firmer at open, gilt yields flat",8/11/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted firmer at 184.40/50 percent on Tuesday in the spot market while bond yields were flat at open...,"Sri Lanka rupee firmer at open, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee was quoted firmer at 184.40/50 percent on Tuesday in the spot market while bond yields were flat at open...",negative,-0.999097586
"Sri Lanka's Teejay expects supply chain shake-up, lower cotton prices to help",8/11/2020,Apparel,"Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka Plc, a weft-knit fabric maker for foundation garments which shifted to mask cloth during a Coro...","Sri Lanka's Teejay expects supply chain shake-up, lower cotton prices to help Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka Plc, a weft-knit fabric maker for foundation garments which shifted to mask cloth during a Coro...",negative,-0.993859351
Sri Lanka's Central Bank Governor slams inflation control,8/11/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's Central Bank Governor slammed inflation control saying such policies have led to stagnation in many countrie...,Sri Lanka's Central Bank Governor slams inflation control Sri Lanka's Central Bank Governor slammed inflation control saying such policies have led to stagnation in many countrie...,negative,-0.998653412
"Sri Lanka Chamber welcomes new administration, expects inclusive economic revival",8/11/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has welcomed the new administration following general elections where President R...,"Sri Lanka Chamber welcomes new administration, expects inclusive economic revival Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has welcomed the new administration following general elections where President R...",positive,0.999199808
"Sri Lanka rupee closes firm, bond yields ease",8/10/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 184.70/77 percent on Monday in the spot market while bond yields eased, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes firm, bond yields ease Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 184.70/77 percent on Monday in the spot market while bond yields eased, dealers said.",negative,-0.926466763
"Sri Lanka President outlines 28 ministries, 40 state ministries",8/10/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has published 28 ministries and 40 state ministries identifying their specific ...,"Sri Lanka President outlines 28 ministries, 40 state ministries Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has published 28 ministries and 40 state ministries identifying their specific ...",positive,0.987425625
"Sri Lanka stocks end lower, dragged down by Dialog Axiata",8/10/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.50 percent lower on Dialog Axiata plc, Lion Brewery Ceylon, and Browns investments on Monday, ...","Sri Lanka stocks end lower, dragged down by Dialog Axiata Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.50 percent lower on Dialog Axiata plc, Lion Brewery Ceylon, and Browns investments on Monday, ...",negative,-0.999664545
"Ranil quits as UNP leader, search on for new leader – Akila Viraj",8/10/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,Ranil Wickremesinghe has agreed to step down from the leadership of the United National Party (UNP) and the search is on...,"Ranil quits as UNP leader, search on for new leader – Akila Viraj Ranil Wickremesinghe has agreed to step down from the leadership of the United National Party (UNP) and the search is on...",negative,-0.972667575
Sri Lanka-Myanmar explore the establishment of direct air connectivity,8/10/2020,Aviation,"Sri Lanka is in talks with Myanmar Airways International (MAI), a private carrier based in Myanmar to establish direct a...","Sri Lanka-Myanmar explore the establishment of direct air connectivity Sri Lanka is in talks with Myanmar Airways International (MAI), a private carrier based in Myanmar to establish direct a...",positive,0.942985654
"Sri Lanka election verdict opportunity for inclusive, results-based governance: NPC",8/10/2020,Politics,"Sri Lanka’s election verdict last week is an opportunity for inclusive and results-based governance, the National Peac...","Sri Lanka election verdict opportunity for inclusive, results-based governance: NPC Sri Lanka’s election verdict last week is an opportunity for inclusive and results-based governance, the National Peac...",positive,0.999029398
"Twenty busted in ""Facebook party"" raid in Sri Lanka",8/10/2020,Crime,"Police arrested 20 individuals upon raiding a so called Facebook party in Millaniya, Panadura, yesterday that allegedly ...","Twenty busted in ""Facebook party"" raid in Sri Lanka Police arrested 20 individuals upon raiding a so called Facebook party in Millaniya, Panadura, yesterday that allegedly ...",negative,-0.994076252
Three new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka,8/10/2020,Health,"Three new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today, the National Operations Centre For Prevention ...","Three new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka Three new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today, the National Operations Centre For Prevention ...",negative,-0.97155571
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields steady",8/10/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer at 184.85/95 percent on Monday in the spot market while bond yields remained steady in dul...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer at 184.85/95 percent on Monday in the spot market while bond yields remained steady in dul...",positive,0.657526731
Sri Lanka prints Rs29bn as yield ceilings buckle Treasuries auctions,8/10/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's has printed 10 billion rupees to monetize a Treasuries auction as the debt office failed to sell all the Tre...,Sri Lanka prints Rs29bn as yield ceilings buckle Treasuries auctions Sri Lanka's has printed 10 billion rupees to monetize a Treasuries auction as the debt office failed to sell all the Tre...,negative,-0.998952866
Sri Lanka tea prices pick up,8/10/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka tea prices picked up in the final sale for July amid improved demand for Ex-Estate, while Low Grown teas saw g...","Sri Lanka tea prices pick up Sri Lanka tea prices picked up in the final sale for July amid improved demand for Ex-Estate, while Low Grown teas saw g...",negative,-0.93994534
AirAsia Philippines starts seafarer flights to Sri Lanka's Mattala airport,8/10/2020,Aviation,AirAsia Philippines had started operating seafarer repatriation flights to Sri Lanka's Mattala Airport as the island ser...,AirAsia Philippines starts seafarer flights to Sri Lanka's Mattala airport AirAsia Philippines had started operating seafarer repatriation flights to Sri Lanka's Mattala Airport as the island ser...,negative,-0.683080912
"Colombo Mayor's spouse passes away, funeral on Tuesday",8/9/2020,Politics,"Athula Senanayake, husband of Colombo Mayor Rosy Senanayake has passed away after a brief illness at a private hospital ...","Colombo Mayor's spouse passes away, funeral on Tuesday Athula Senanayake, husband of Colombo Mayor Rosy Senanayake has passed away after a brief illness at a private hospital ...",negative,-0.992493987
Mahinda sworn in as Prime Minister for the fourth time at Kelaniya Temple,8/9/2020,Human Rights,Mahinda Rajapaksa was sworn in as the 13th Prime Minister of Sri Lanka at the Kelaniya Temple today by President Gotabay...,Mahinda sworn in as Prime Minister for the fourth time at Kelaniya Temple Mahinda Rajapaksa was sworn in as the 13th Prime Minister of Sri Lanka at the Kelaniya Temple today by President Gotabay...,positive,0.997859418
Gotabaya Rajapaksa has been strengthened and now he has to deal with multiple crises,8/9/2020,Defence,The result of the election has shown that the people have heeded President Rajapaksa’s call and strengthened his hand ...,Gotabaya Rajapaksa has been strengthened and now he has to deal with multiple crises The result of the election has shown that the people have heeded President Rajapaksa’s call and strengthened his hand ...,positive,0.995788872
Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings to buy Daintee for Rs1.7bn,8/9/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka' Sunshine Holding Plc said it is buying a Daintee Limited a family owned confectionery firm for 1.7 billion ru...,Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings to buy Daintee for Rs1.7bn Sri Lanka' Sunshine Holding Plc said it is buying a Daintee Limited a family owned confectionery firm for 1.7 billion ru...,negative,-0.975933135
Opinion: SLPP mammoth win creates a new paradigm in Sri Lanka's politics,8/8/2020,Human Rights,The results of Sri Lanka’s parliamentary election held on Wednesday show a seismic shift in the country’s electoral ...,Opinion: SLPP mammoth win creates a new paradigm in Sri Lanka's politics The results of Sri Lanka’s parliamentary election held on Wednesday show a seismic shift in the country’s electoral ...,positive,0.997140884
Chitranjali Dissanayake made Sri Lanka Export Development Board chief,8/8/2020,Economy,"Chitranjali Dissanayake, a career Export Development Board officer has been made its Director General from August 04.","Chitranjali Dissanayake made Sri Lanka Export Development Board chief Chitranjali Dissanayake, a career Export Development Board officer has been made its Director General from August 04.",positive,0.997343719
Gnanasara Thero likely to win Buddhist Monks' tussle over National List seat,8/8/2020,Courts,Ultra Right-Wing Buddhist Monk Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara Thero will be nominated to be in Parliament by a small party ca...,Gnanasara Thero likely to win Buddhist Monks' tussle over National List seat Ultra Right-Wing Buddhist Monk Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara Thero will be nominated to be in Parliament by a small party ca...,negative,-0.982488453
SJB National List includes Actor-politician Diana Gamage,8/8/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,"The main opposition in the Ninth Parliament of Sri Lanka, the Samagi Jana Balavegaya has nominated seven politicians who...","SJB National List includes Actor-politician Diana Gamage The main opposition in the Ninth Parliament of Sri Lanka, the Samagi Jana Balavegaya has nominated seven politicians who...",positive,0.923745334
Academics and professionals in government’s national list,8/8/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna has chosen a number of academics and professionals with a sprinkling of business leaders...,Academics and professionals in government’s national list The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna has chosen a number of academics and professionals with a sprinkling of business leaders...,positive,0.99885726
Sri Lanka forex reserves rise to US$7.1bn in July 2020 after India swap,8/8/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's gross forex reserves grew by 407 million US dollars to 7,102 million US dollars by the end of July 2020 up f...","Sri Lanka forex reserves rise to US$7.1bn in July 2020 after India swap Sri Lanka's gross forex reserves grew by 407 million US dollars to 7,102 million US dollars by the end of July 2020 up f...",negative,-0.951718211
Sri Lanka markets quiet after election,8/7/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's stocks opened higher after general elections results gave a large majority to the party of President Gotabay...,Sri Lanka markets quiet after election Sri Lanka's stocks opened higher after general elections results gave a large majority to the party of President Gotabay...,negative,-0.986765623
Complete list of elected candidates and number of preferences received,8/7/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,The National Elections Commission has released the complete list of the elected members and the preferential votes they ...,Complete list of elected candidates and number of preferences received The National Elections Commission has released the complete list of the elected members and the preferential votes they ...,negative,-0.957031429
Mahinda thanks the nation for participating in and conducting the election,8/7/2020,Health,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is saying that by holding an election successfully during the Covid pandemic Sri Lankan...,Mahinda thanks the nation for participating in and conducting the election Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is saying that by holding an election successfully during the Covid pandemic Sri Lankan...,positive,0.999722183
"Akila Viraj says UNP routing due to internal, external challenges, vows party restructure",8/7/2020,Politics,"Attributing its stunning routing at this week’s parliamentary elections to internal and external challenges, the Unite...","Akila Viraj says UNP routing due to internal, external challenges, vows party restructure Attributing its stunning routing at this week’s parliamentary elections to internal and external challenges, the Unite...",negative,-0.981659472
Sri Lanka voters elect two men allegedly involved in murders to Parliament,8/7/2020,Courts,"Sri Lankan voters have chosen two men, one accused of murder and another convicted of the crime and sentenced to death a...","Sri Lanka voters elect two men allegedly involved in murders to Parliament Sri Lankan voters have chosen two men, one accused of murder and another convicted of the crime and sentenced to death a...",negative,-0.979516208
"Two Retired military chiefs, the two Saraths top their party lists in Colombo and Gampaha",8/7/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,"Two retired military officers have been elected to Parliament through rival parties, both topping their districts from t...","Two Retired military chiefs, the two Saraths top their party lists in Colombo and Gampaha Two retired military officers have been elected to Parliament through rival parties, both topping their districts from t...",positive,0.996663988
Sri Lanka should not pander to stability through inflation control in Covid-19: CB Governor,8/7/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka should not pander to stability through inflation control but should engage in monetary and fiscal policies tha...,Sri Lanka should not pander to stability through inflation control in Covid-19: CB Governor Sri Lanka should not pander to stability through inflation control but should engage in monetary and fiscal policies tha...,negative,-0.973027945
Rear-Admiral (Rtd) Sarath Weerasekara tops the preferential list in Colombo,8/7/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna’s Sarath Weerasekara scored the highest preferential votes at the Parliamentary Genera...,Rear-Admiral (Rtd) Sarath Weerasekara tops the preferential list in Colombo The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna’s Sarath Weerasekara scored the highest preferential votes at the Parliamentary Genera...,positive,0.975523651
US says looking to partner with Sri Lanka after peaceful poll,8/7/2020,Political News,The United State is looking forward to partnering with Sri Lanka's newly elected government and has called for upholding...,US says looking to partner with Sri Lanka after peaceful poll The United State is looking forward to partnering with Sri Lanka's newly elected government and has called for upholding...,positive,0.977210701
SLPP allies in North and East add five more seats to give the government a two-thirds majority,8/7/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka’s ruling party gained an unprecedented two-thirds majority in Parliament under proportional representation g...,SLPP allies in North and East add five more seats to give the government a two-thirds majority Sri Lanka’s ruling party gained an unprecedented two-thirds majority in Parliament under proportional representation g...,positive,0.995421588
Sri Lanka Podujana Party wins 2020 general elections in a landslide,8/7/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka Podujana Party of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has won a clear majority in the 2020 parliamentary election out...,Sri Lanka Podujana Party wins 2020 general elections in a landslide Sri Lanka Podujana Party of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has won a clear majority in the 2020 parliamentary election out...,positive,0.99905163
Sri Lanka Podujana Party consolidating landslide in 2020 general elections,8/7/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka Podujana Party of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has consolidated its lead over the Samagi Jana Balawegaya of Sa...,Sri Lanka Podujana Party consolidating landslide in 2020 general elections Sri Lanka Podujana Party of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has consolidated its lead over the Samagi Jana Balawegaya of Sa...,positive,0.996784091
Sri Lanka ex-PM's UNP polls less than 5-pct in declared Colombo seats,8/6/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka's United National Party led by ex-Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has polled less than 5 percent in declar...,Sri Lanka ex-PM's UNP polls less than 5-pct in declared Colombo seats Sri Lanka's United National Party led by ex-Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has polled less than 5 percent in declar...,negative,-0.998259842
SLPP will get two-thirds majority with the assistance of allied parties - Chandrapala Wijepala,8/6/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,"The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna and its allies will reach a two-thirds majority at the end of the night, a senior party ...","SLPP will get two-thirds majority with the assistance of allied parties - Chandrapala Wijepala The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna and its allies will reach a two-thirds majority at the end of the night, a senior party ...",positive,0.994602144
"UNP lawyers attempting to count Ranil's preferential votes, claims SJB",8/6/2020,Politics,UNP lawyers are attempting to count preferential votes received by party leader Ranil Wickremesinghe based on an unlawfu...,"UNP lawyers attempting to count Ranil's preferential votes, claims SJB UNP lawyers are attempting to count preferential votes received by party leader Ranil Wickremesinghe based on an unlawfu...",negative,-0.999454796
Sri Lanka polls: Modi congratulates MR on widely anticipated landslide,8/6/2020,Politics,India Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called and congratulated his Sri Lanka counterpart Mahinda Rajapaksa for the ruli...,Sri Lanka polls: Modi congratulates MR on widely anticipated landslide India Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called and congratulated his Sri Lanka counterpart Mahinda Rajapaksa for the ruli...,positive,0.994912982
Sri Lanka Podujana Party leads in results declared,8/6/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka Podujana Party of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is leading with over 70 polling divisions out of 196 declared i...,Sri Lanka Podujana Party leads in results declared Sri Lanka Podujana Party of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is leading with over 70 polling divisions out of 196 declared i...,positive,0.982681215
Former COPE chair Sunil Handunneththi loses seat in Matara,8/6/2020,Politics,"Former COPE chair and Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna MP Sunil Handunneththi lost his parliamentary seat, election results for...","Former COPE chair Sunil Handunneththi loses seat in Matara Former COPE chair and Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna MP Sunil Handunneththi lost his parliamentary seat, election results for...",negative,-0.999564111
Rejected votes beat Sri Lanka’s ex-PM,8/6/2020,Political News,Former prime minister Ranil Wickremesinghe suffered a huge humiliation when early results showed that the votes received...,Rejected votes beat Sri Lanka’s ex-PM Former prime minister Ranil Wickremesinghe suffered a huge humiliation when early results showed that the votes received...,negative,-0.996943772
SJB claims it is now the country’s main Opposition Party,8/6/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,"The Samagi Jana Balavegaya, (SJB) the breakaway party from the United National Party is now claiming that it has establi...","SJB claims it is now the country’s main Opposition Party The Samagi Jana Balavegaya, (SJB) the breakaway party from the United National Party is now claiming that it has establi...",negative,-0.996491849
Ten Sri Lankans injured in Beirut blast: SL embassy,8/6/2020,International Relations,"Ten Sri Lankans were injured in the devastating explosion that shook Beirut earlier this week, the Sri Lankan Embassy in...","Ten Sri Lankans injured in Beirut blast: SL embassy Ten Sri Lankans were injured in the devastating explosion that shook Beirut earlier this week, the Sri Lankan Embassy in...",negative,-0.97096473
Sri Lanka Podujana Party takes early lead in 2020 general elections,8/6/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka Podujana Party of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has take an early lead in results with about 10 percent of the ...,Sri Lanka Podujana Party takes early lead in 2020 general elections Sri Lanka Podujana Party of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has take an early lead in results with about 10 percent of the ...,positive,0.986409605
Sri Lanka Podujana Party wins all polling divisions in Galle,8/6/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka Podujana Party of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has won all the polling divisions in the southern Galle Distric...,Sri Lanka Podujana Party wins all polling divisions in Galle Sri Lanka Podujana Party of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has won all the polling divisions in the southern Galle Distric...,positive,0.980211198
Lone gunman wielding T-56 Assault Rifle killed gangster in Anuradhapura - Police,8/6/2020,Crime,Police are saying an unknown gunman armed with a T-56 Assault Rifle shot and killed alleged underworld figure Eron Ranas...,Lone gunman wielding T-56 Assault Rifle killed gangster in Anuradhapura - Police Police are saying an unknown gunman armed with a T-56 Assault Rifle shot and killed alleged underworld figure Eron Ranas...,negative,-0.986399531
AG orders arrest of Kurunegala Mayor and others over demolition incident,8/6/2020,Politics,Attorney General Dappula de Livera has directed Acting IGP C D Wickramaratne to obtain warrants for the arrest of five i...,AG orders arrest of Kurunegala Mayor and others over demolition incident Attorney General Dappula de Livera has directed Acting IGP C D Wickramaratne to obtain warrants for the arrest of five i...,negative,-0.967966616
SLPP leads the race in Sri Lanka's election law violations,8/6/2020,Politics,The ruling Sri Lakna Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) leads the race in election law violations in Sri Lanka’s parliamentary p...,SLPP leads the race in Sri Lanka's election law violations The ruling Sri Lakna Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) leads the race in election law violations in Sri Lanka’s parliamentary p...,negative,-0.990365207
Sri Lanka starts releasing postal votes in 2020 elections,8/6/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka's elections commission has started releasing postal votes in the 2020 general elections.,Sri Lanka starts releasing postal votes in 2020 elections Sri Lanka's elections commission has started releasing postal votes in the 2020 general elections.,negative,-0.787326813
Sri Lanka stocks up 0.28-pct at open,8/6/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks traded 0.28 percent up in the first hour into trading as Sri Lanka opened counting of votes on Thursday,Sri Lanka stocks up 0.28-pct at open Sri Lanka stocks traded 0.28 percent up in the first hour into trading as Sri Lanka opened counting of votes on Thursday,negative,-0.952420354
"Rain delays election counting in Galle, Kalutara, Nuwara Eliya and Gampaha districts",8/6/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,"With the prevailing heavy rains, the counting of votes in Galle, Kalutara, Gampaha, and Nuwara Eliya districts have been...","Rain delays election counting in Galle, Kalutara, Nuwara Eliya and Gampaha districts With the prevailing heavy rains, the counting of votes in Galle, Kalutara, Gampaha, and Nuwara Eliya districts have been...",negative,-0.99361366
"Heavy rains expected in Galle, Matara and Kalutara districts",8/6/2020,weather,Department of Meteorology states that heavy rainfall above 100 mm is likely to be expected at some places in Sabaragamuw...,"Heavy rains expected in Galle, Matara and Kalutara districts Department of Meteorology states that heavy rainfall above 100 mm is likely to be expected at some places in Sabaragamuw...",negative,-0.967215657
Total number of COVID 19 patients from the Kandakadu cluster goes to 604,8/6/2020,Health,"Five new COVID-19 patients were reported in Sri Lanka as at 6 am today, the government said.","Total number of COVID 19 patients from the Kandakadu cluster goes to 604 Five new COVID-19 patients were reported in Sri Lanka as at 6 am today, the government said.",negative,-0.967172563
Counting of votes in Parliamentary poll begins and first results out in the afternoon - officials,8/6/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,Counting in Sri Lanka’s ninth Parliamentary General Elections begins shortly in all 22 electoral districts breaking wi...,Counting of votes in Parliamentary poll begins and first results out in the afternoon - officials Counting in Sri Lanka’s ninth Parliamentary General Elections begins shortly in all 22 electoral districts breaking wi...,positive,0.904593468
"Sri Lanka 2020 general elections turnout lower, steepest in Kurunegala",8/6/2020,Political News,Voter turnout at Sri Lanka's 2020 general elections has been lower than in 2015 based on initial estimates released by t...,"Sri Lanka 2020 general elections turnout lower, steepest in Kurunegala Voter turnout at Sri Lanka's 2020 general elections has been lower than in 2015 based on initial estimates released by t...",negative,-0.998449206
"Inadequate political knowledge among youth to blame for Sri Lanka's low development, says election m...",8/5/2020,Politics,Inadequate political knowledge among Sri Lanka’s younger generation is the biggest reason for the country’s low leve...,"Inadequate political knowledge among youth to blame for Sri Lanka's low development, says election m... Inadequate political knowledge among Sri Lanka’s younger generation is the biggest reason for the country’s low leve...",negative,-0.999793112
Candidates spend Rs 2.2 bn over Sri Lanka's polls campaign period,8/5/2020,Politics,Candidates contesting Sri Lanka’s parliamentary polls held today have spent a sum of Rs 2.2 billion over the course of...,Candidates spend Rs 2.2 bn over Sri Lanka's polls campaign period Candidates contesting Sri Lanka’s parliamentary polls held today have spent a sum of Rs 2.2 billion over the course of...,negative,-0.995924711
"Mahinda made a rumpus in Nikaweratiya, but no poll will be annulled",8/5/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,The Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) made “a very serious and strong complaint” against the conduct of Prime Minister Ma...,"Mahinda made a rumpus in Nikaweratiya, but no poll will be annulled The Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) made “a very serious and strong complaint” against the conduct of Prime Minister Ma...",negative,-0.971847534
No serious incidents reported during polling – Chairman Elections Commission,8/5/2020,Health,Election Commissioner Mahinda Deshapriya said that roughly about 70% of the eligible voters have cast their votes at the...,No serious incidents reported during polling – Chairman Elections Commission Election Commissioner Mahinda Deshapriya said that roughly about 70% of the eligible voters have cast their votes at the...,negative,-0.994426608
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields flat as the election comes to a close",8/5/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 185.46/54 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields were flat, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields flat as the election comes to a close Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 185.46/54 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields were flat, dealers said.",negative,-0.998632848
Sri Lanka polls close with over 70-pct turnout in most districts,8/5/2020,Political News,"Voting in Sri Lanka's general elections closed at 1700 hours on August 05, with over 70 percent turnout being reported i...","Sri Lanka polls close with over 70-pct turnout in most districts Voting in Sri Lanka's general elections closed at 1700 hours on August 05, with over 70 percent turnout being reported i...",negative,-0.558182538
SLPP leading the way in Election Law violations in first half of the day - CMEV,8/5/2020,Law and Order,The first six hours of the poll has seen a total of 161 violations of the Election Laws the Centre for Monitoring Electi...,SLPP leading the way in Election Law violations in first half of the day - CMEV The first six hours of the poll has seen a total of 161 violations of the Election Laws the Centre for Monitoring Electi...,negative,-0.99690032
Sri Lanka fails to sell 30-pct of bills at auction with higher rate ceiling,8/5/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has failed to sell 30 percent of Treasury bills offered at the weekly auction with average yields hitting a hi...,Sri Lanka fails to sell 30-pct of bills at auction with higher rate ceiling Sri Lanka has failed to sell 30 percent of Treasury bills offered at the weekly auction with average yields hitting a hi...,negative,-0.999322295
CMEV reports 70 violations of election laws as Sri Lanka goes to the polls,8/5/2020,Politics,"Sri Lanka's election watchdog the Centre for Monitoring Election Violence (CMEV) reported 70 violations of election law,...","CMEV reports 70 violations of election laws as Sri Lanka goes to the polls Sri Lanka's election watchdog the Centre for Monitoring Election Violence (CMEV) reported 70 violations of election law,...",negative,-0.998185098
Two Sri Lankans injured in massive Beirut blast that has killed dozens - Ambassador,8/5/2020,International news,"At least one Sri Lankan is injured in the massive explosion that occurred in the Lebanese capital Beirut yesterday, Sri ...","Two Sri Lankans injured in massive Beirut blast that has killed dozens - Ambassador At least one Sri Lankan is injured in the massive explosion that occurred in the Lebanese capital Beirut yesterday, Sri ...",negative,-0.945900381
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.39-pct down as voting starts,8/5/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.39 percent lower on Wednesday in a shortened trading day as the country went for parliamentary...,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.39-pct down as voting starts Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.39 percent lower on Wednesday in a shortened trading day as the country went for parliamentary...,negative,-0.998807073
Sri Lanka general elections 2020 - LIVE UPDATES,8/5/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka is going to polls to elect 225 representatives for the parliament in August 2020 with Coronavirus health rules...,Sri Lanka general elections 2020 - LIVE UPDATES Sri Lanka is going to polls to elect 225 representatives for the parliament in August 2020 with Coronavirus health rules...,negative,-0.917848647
Nearly a third of voters have cast their ballots as of 11:00 am – Elections Commission,8/5/2020,Health,"Despite Corona fears, nearly a third of Sri Lankans had voted in the Parliamentary General elections by 11:00 am today.","Nearly a third of voters have cast their ballots as of 11:00 am – Elections Commission Despite Corona fears, nearly a third of Sri Lankans had voted in the Parliamentary General elections by 11:00 am today.",positive,0.637731969
Sri Lanka Elections Commissioner casts vote at polling station after 9 years,8/5/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka’s National Elections Commission Chairman, Mahinda Deshapriya stepped forward to cast his vote today at the L...","Sri Lanka Elections Commissioner casts vote at polling station after 9 years Sri Lanka’s National Elections Commission Chairman, Mahinda Deshapriya stepped forward to cast his vote today at the L...",positive,0.937133908
Police arrests 22 candidates for violating election laws in Sri Lanka,8/5/2020,Politics,Twenty-two candidates were arrested for violating election laws during the so called silent period leading up to todayâ€...,Police arrests 22 candidates for violating election laws in Sri Lanka Twenty-two candidates were arrested for violating election laws during the so called silent period leading up to todayâ€...,negative,-0.993980885
"Sri Lanka general election voting picking up after slow start, Colombo 26-pct: officials",8/5/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka's voters are turning out to vote in the 2020 general elections by mid morning amid Coronavirus health rules af...,"Sri Lanka general election voting picking up after slow start, Colombo 26-pct: officials Sri Lanka's voters are turning out to vote in the 2020 general elections by mid morning amid Coronavirus health rules af...",negative,-0.976960659
Three arrested for trying to buy polling cards are Rajitha’s supporters - CMEV,8/5/2020,Law and Order,Several people caught trying to buy polling cards from voters in Beruwela are supporters of Samagi Jana Balawegaya Kalut...,Three arrested for trying to buy polling cards are Rajitha’s supporters - CMEV Several people caught trying to buy polling cards from voters in Beruwela are supporters of Samagi Jana Balawegaya Kalut...,negative,-0.993985355
"Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, bond yields flat",8/5/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.48/55 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields were flat, dealers said...","Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, bond yields flat Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.48/55 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields were flat, dealers said...",negative,-0.997771561
Sri Lanka GDP contracts 1.6-pct in 2020 first quarter amid Coronavirus,8/5/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's gross domestic product has contracted 1.3 percent in the first quarter of 2020 with a steep contraction in a...,Sri Lanka GDP contracts 1.6-pct in 2020 first quarter amid Coronavirus Sri Lanka's gross domestic product has contracted 1.3 percent in the first quarter of 2020 with a steep contraction in a...,negative,-0.953199148
Sri Lanka parliamentary elections start amid Coronavirus rules and economic downturn,8/5/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka is going to the polls to elect a new parliament with Coronavirus health rules with the authorities saying the ...,Sri Lanka parliamentary elections start amid Coronavirus rules and economic downturn Sri Lanka is going to the polls to elect a new parliament with Coronavirus health rules with the authorities saying the ...,negative,-0.991297483
Narcotics Bureau officers accused of trafficking re-remanded,8/5/2020,Courts,The Colombo Magistrate's Court has ordered the 13 officers attached to the Police Narcotic Bureau accused of drug traffi...,Narcotics Bureau officers accused of trafficking re-remanded The Colombo Magistrate's Court has ordered the 13 officers attached to the Police Narcotic Bureau accused of drug traffi...,negative,-0.953477442
"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, gilt yields up",8/4/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 185.50/55 to the US dollar on Tuesday while stocks gained and bond yields edged up, d...","Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, gilt yields up Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 185.50/55 to the US dollar on Tuesday while stocks gained and bond yields edged up, d...",positive,0.795348525
We will know which party has won the election by mid-night on Aug 6 - Deshapriya,8/4/2020,Health,"The final result of tomorrow’s Parliamentary General should be known by midnight on Thursday, August 6, the Chairman o...","We will know which party has won the election by mid-night on Aug 6 - Deshapriya The final result of tomorrow’s Parliamentary General should be known by midnight on Thursday, August 6, the Chairman o...",negative,-0.9858495
Sri Lanka stock market to close early on election day,8/4/2020,Markets," Sri Lanka's stock market will close early at 1230 hours on Wednesday 05 August, as the country goes for the coronavirus...","Sri Lanka stock market to close early on election day  Sri Lanka's stock market will close early at 1230 hours on Wednesday 05 August, as the country goes for the coronavirus...",negative,-0.976695478
Sri Lanka COVID-19  update: Five new patients reported by this morning,8/4/2020,Health,"Five new COVID-19 patients were reported in Sri Lanka as at 6am today, the National Operations Centre for Prevention of ...","Sri Lanka COVID-19  update: Five new patients reported by this morning Five new COVID-19 patients were reported in Sri Lanka as at 6am today, the National Operations Centre for Prevention of ...",negative,-0.97641921
SLPP contestant Jayasekara’s candidature is “valid” despite death sentence - Deshapriya,8/4/2020,Courts,Convicted murderer Premalal Jayasekara can contest tomorrow’s election but if he is elected the Elections Commission w...,SLPP contestant Jayasekara’s candidature is “valid” despite death sentence - Deshapriya Convicted murderer Premalal Jayasekara can contest tomorrow’s election but if he is elected the Elections Commission w...,negative,-0.949903369
"Sri Lanka electors can vote for one party, three preferences in 2020 general elections: polls chief",8/4/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka voters can mark their votes for one party or independent group and up to three preferences for individual cand...,"Sri Lanka electors can vote for one party, three preferences in 2020 general elections: polls chief Sri Lanka voters can mark their votes for one party or independent group and up to three preferences for individual cand...",positive,0.92523551
Sri Lanka coconut auction price up 6.6-pct,8/4/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka’s average coconut prices grew 6.68 percent to 54,505 rupees for a 1000 nuts at an auction at the last auctio...","Sri Lanka coconut auction price up 6.6-pct Sri Lanka’s average coconut prices grew 6.68 percent to 54,505 rupees for a 1000 nuts at an auction at the last auctio...",negative,-0.985411465
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields up",8/4/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 185.65/75 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields up Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 185.65/75 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields, dealers said.",negative,-0.996035516
Sri Lanka new parliament to sit on August 20,8/4/2020,Political News,"Sri Lanka's new parliament will sit on August 20, after election on August 05, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has said in ...","Sri Lanka new parliament to sit on August 20 Sri Lanka's new parliament will sit on August 20, after election on August 05, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has said in ...",positive,0.992951453
Sri Lanka container hub volumes show some recovery South Asia trade by June,8/4/2020,Logistics,Container transshipment volumes at Sri Lanka's Colombo port which mainly come from external trade in other South Asian n...,Sri Lanka container hub volumes show some recovery South Asia trade by June Container transshipment volumes at Sri Lanka's Colombo port which mainly come from external trade in other South Asian n...,positive,0.959006011
Human Rights Defender Deepika Udagama quits as Chair of the Human Rights Commission,8/3/2020,Gender Issues,"Sri Lanka’s Chairperson of the Human Rights Commission, internationally renowned Human Rights Defender Dr Deepika Udag...","Human Rights Defender Deepika Udagama quits as Chair of the Human Rights Commission Sri Lanka’s Chairperson of the Human Rights Commission, internationally renowned Human Rights Defender Dr Deepika Udag...",negative,-0.992120147
Intelligence officers helped trap wanted Negombo Prison Chief Sampayo - Police,8/3/2020,Corruption,"Sri Lanka’s State Intelligence Service is assisting police battle organized crime and drug cartels, a Senior Police of...","Intelligence officers helped trap wanted Negombo Prison Chief Sampayo - Police Sri Lanka’s State Intelligence Service is assisting police battle organized crime and drug cartels, a Senior Police of...",positive,0.966499984
Sri Lanka's election chief promises infection-free parliamentary polls this week,8/3/2020,Politics,Voters in Sri Lanka can rest assured they will not contract COVID-19 at a polling station this week as the country is se...,Sri Lanka's election chief promises infection-free parliamentary polls this week Voters in Sri Lanka can rest assured they will not contract COVID-19 at a polling station this week as the country is se...,negative,-0.99484092
"Sri Lanka's Mattala Airport gets busy in Covid-19 crisis, eyes scheduled flights",8/3/2020,Aviation,Sri Lanka's little used Mattala Airport has  heightened activity amid a Coronavirus crisis with over 50 flights in the p...,"Sri Lanka's Mattala Airport gets busy in Covid-19 crisis, eyes scheduled flights Sri Lanka's little used Mattala Airport has  heightened activity amid a Coronavirus crisis with over 50 flights in the p...",positive,0.642085612
"UNP candidate's spouse and supporter injured in attack, claims party",8/3/2020,Politics,The spouse and a supporter of a United National Party (UNP) candidate were hospitalised following an attack last evening...,"UNP candidate's spouse and supporter injured in attack, claims party The spouse and a supporter of a United National Party (UNP) candidate were hospitalised following an attack last evening...",negative,-0.997749865
New baby tests negative for COVID-19 in Sri Lanka,8/3/2020,Health,"A baby born to a COVID-19-infected patient in Sri Lanka tested negative for the disease yesterday, health officials said...","New baby tests negative for COVID-19 in Sri Lanka A baby born to a COVID-19-infected patient in Sri Lanka tested negative for the disease yesterday, health officials said...",negative,-0.997343481
Sri Lankan citizens under COVID 19 quarantine denied the vote at this election,8/3/2020,Health,Several thousand Sri Lankans who will be in quarantine for COVID 19 on Election Day will not be able to vote as previous...,Sri Lankan citizens under COVID 19 quarantine denied the vote at this election Several thousand Sri Lankans who will be in quarantine for COVID 19 on Election Day will not be able to vote as previous...,negative,-0.991722405
Sri Lanka port workers call off strike over East Terminal,8/3/2020,Logistics,A number of port worker unions have called off a strike launched against private investment into a container terminal fo...,Sri Lanka port workers call off strike over East Terminal A number of port worker unions have called off a strike launched against private investment into a container terminal fo...,negative,-0.992144227
"Samagi Jana Balawegaya promises economic plan for Sri Lanka, new thinking",8/2/2020,Political News,"Sri Lanka's Samagi Jana Balawegaya led by Sajith Premadasa focused on the economy, hit by Coronavirus, promising to brin...","Samagi Jana Balawegaya promises economic plan for Sri Lanka, new thinking Sri Lanka's Samagi Jana Balawegaya led by Sajith Premadasa focused on the economy, hit by Coronavirus, promising to brin...",positive,0.978498876
MR says Sajith would've lost election had he contested from Hambantota,8/2/2020,Uncategorized,Had Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) leader Sajith Premadasa contested from his previous electoral district of Hambantota fo...,MR says Sajith would've lost election had he contested from Hambantota Had Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) leader Sajith Premadasa contested from his previous electoral district of Hambantota fo...,negative,-0.996855855
Sri Lanka named best ESL team as Canada wins World School Debating Championship 2020,8/2/2020,Arts and Culture,"Canada beat Sri Lanka to win the online World School Debating Championship 2020, in a 8-1 decision by judges.","Sri Lanka named best ESL team as Canada wins World School Debating Championship 2020 Canada beat Sri Lanka to win the online World School Debating Championship 2020, in a 8-1 decision by judges.",positive,0.998833597
"Basil promises resounding victory for SLPP, says runner up won't receive half its votes",8/2/2020,Uncategorized,The party that comes in second at Wednesday's parliamentary polls in Sri Lanka will not receive even half the votes cast...,"Basil promises resounding victory for SLPP, says runner up won't receive half its votes The party that comes in second at Wednesday's parliamentary polls in Sri Lanka will not receive even half the votes cast...",positive,0.672627807
Sri Lanka's Northern and Eastern parties will join winners of Parliamentary Election in new governme...,8/2/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,"Sri Lanka’s Tamil politics will experience a sea change after Wednesday’s election, predicts the former governor of ...","Sri Lanka's Northern and Eastern parties will join winners of Parliamentary Election in new governme... Sri Lanka’s Tamil politics will experience a sea change after Wednesday’s election, predicts the former governor of ...",positive,0.932024777
Sri Lanka debates Canada in online World School Debating Championship grand final live now,8/2/2020,Arts and Culture, A Sri Lanka school team from Sri Lanka is facing Canada in the Online World School Debating Championships grand final o...,Sri Lanka debates Canada in online World School Debating Championship grand final live now  A Sri Lanka school team from Sri Lanka is facing Canada in the Online World School Debating Championships grand final o...,negative,-0.751964927
Opinion: An All Women Party mooted to break into male-dominated politics,8/2/2020,Free Speech,"Though it is eighty-nine years since the first Sri Lankan woman, Adeline Molamure entered the State Legislature, then kn...","Opinion: An All Women Party mooted to break into male-dominated politics Though it is eighty-nine years since the first Sri Lankan woman, Adeline Molamure entered the State Legislature, then kn...",negative,-0.545950294
President and PM taking tough line over the Port workers strike,8/2/2020,International Relations,The government is talking tough about the Port Authority workers whose strike has crippled the Colombo Port causing huge...,President and PM taking tough line over the Port workers strike The government is talking tough about the Port Authority workers whose strike has crippled the Colombo Port causing huge...,negative,-0.996896505
Sri Lanka SEC urges real estate securities with rules in place,8/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka said rules are now in place for the issue of Real Estate Investment ...,Sri Lanka SEC urges real estate securities with rules in place The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka said rules are now in place for the issue of Real Estate Investment ...,negative,-0.94946301
"Sri Lanka port workers protest India investment, demand written guarantees",8/1/2020,Logistics,A Sri Lanka port workers union protesting a planned investment into a container terminal by India has demanded a written...,"Sri Lanka port workers protest India investment, demand written guarantees A Sri Lanka port workers union protesting a planned investment into a container terminal by India has demanded a written...",negative,-0.98876828
Sri Lanka to give tax free salaries to top executives of billion dollar China project,8/1/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka will give tax free salaries to 30 executives of billion dollar property project from China which will be a lan...,Sri Lanka to give tax free salaries to top executives of billion dollar China project Sri Lanka will give tax free salaries to 30 executives of billion dollar property project from China which will be a lan...,positive,0.590534389
Graphite will be Sri Lanka's ticket to success: Harsha De Silva,8/1/2020,Politics,"Sri Lanka’s ticket to success lies in the graphite layer under the island’s surface, Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) Co...","Graphite will be Sri Lanka's ticket to success: Harsha De Silva Sri Lanka’s ticket to success lies in the graphite layer under the island’s surface, Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) Co...",positive,0.996632874
Sri Lanka's inflation in July 2020 at 4.8-pct,8/1/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's inflation picked up slightly to 4.8 percent in the 12-months to July 2020 from 4.7 percent a in June, data f...","Sri Lanka's inflation in July 2020 at 4.8-pct Sri Lanka's inflation picked up slightly to 4.8 percent in the 12-months to July 2020 from 4.7 percent a in June, data f...",negative,-0.979657352
"Vietnam records second Coronavirus death, cracks down on China illegals to block Covid-19 entry",7/31/2020,Health,Vietnam has recorded the second  official death of a Coronavirus patient as a 70-year old kidney patient died from an ex...,"Vietnam records second Coronavirus death, cracks down on China illegals to block Covid-19 entry Vietnam has recorded the second  official death of a Coronavirus patient as a 70-year old kidney patient died from an ex...",negative,-0.997284055
"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.7-pct higher, bond yields edge up",7/31/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's bond yields rose on Friday, while stocks gained and the rupee closed firmer at  185.56/62 to US dollar in th...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.7-pct higher, bond yields edge up Sri Lanka's bond yields rose on Friday, while stocks gained and the rupee closed firmer at  185.56/62 to US dollar in th...",positive,0.980611205
Former top sleuth Shani Abeysekara allegedly planted evidence – Police spokesman,7/31/2020,Courts,Former CID Director SSP Shani Abeysekara was arrested this morning by the Colombo Crime Division (CCD) for allegedly cre...,Former top sleuth Shani Abeysekara allegedly planted evidence – Police spokesman Former CID Director SSP Shani Abeysekara was arrested this morning by the Colombo Crime Division (CCD) for allegedly cre...,negative,-0.995801032
Leading SLPP candidate in Ratnapura sentenced to death for murdering UNP supporter,7/31/2020,Courts,The Ratnapura High Court has sentenced a Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Candidate Premalal Jayasekara to death for the murd...,Leading SLPP candidate in Ratnapura sentenced to death for murdering UNP supporter The Ratnapura High Court has sentenced a Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Candidate Premalal Jayasekara to death for the murd...,negative,-0.98663491
No space for women to join the political conversation: NPP candidate Chamila Thushari,7/31/2020,Politics,"Women who were democratically elected were deprived of their rightful chance to enter parliament in recent years, human ...","No space for women to join the political conversation: NPP candidate Chamila Thushari Women who were democratically elected were deprived of their rightful chance to enter parliament in recent years, human ...",negative,-0.999394894
Japan gives Rs500mn worth canned fish for Sri Lanka school meals,7/31/2020,Economy,Japan has donated 388 tonnes of canned worth 300 million yen (519 million rupees_ for Sri Lanka's school meals scheme fo...,Japan gives Rs500mn worth canned fish for Sri Lanka school meals Japan has donated 388 tonnes of canned worth 300 million yen (519 million rupees_ for Sri Lanka's school meals scheme fo...,negative,-0.959099472
Status report: Four COVID-19 patients identified in Sri Lanka by this morning,7/31/2020,Health,"Four new COVID-19 patients were reported in the island as at 6am this morning, the government said.","Status report: Four COVID-19 patients identified in Sri Lanka by this morning Four new COVID-19 patients were reported in the island as at 6am this morning, the government said.",negative,-0.982051373
Sri Lanka Army twins attempt Guinness World Record,7/31/2020,Miscellaneous,"Two senior Sri Lankan military men have applied for the Guiness Book of World Records, the Sri Lanka Army said.","Sri Lanka Army twins attempt Guinness World Record Two senior Sri Lankan military men have applied for the Guiness Book of World Records, the Sri Lanka Army said.",negative,-0.838567793
Former CID Director Shani Abyesekera arrested,7/31/2020,Crime,The former Director of the Criminal Investigation Department SP Shani Abeysekara has been arrested by his former departm...,Former CID Director Shani Abyesekera arrested The former Director of the Criminal Investigation Department SP Shani Abeysekara has been arrested by his former departm...,negative,-0.951254666
" Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, stocks gain",7/31/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.56/62 to US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields were unchan...," Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, stocks gain Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.56/62 to US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields were unchan...",negative,-0.995797276
Warning against trade lockdown: Sri Lanka needs bridges not walls to prosper,7/31/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's sweeping trade lockdown in the wake of severe monetary instability from March 2020 will not help the country...,Warning against trade lockdown: Sri Lanka needs bridges not walls to prosper Sri Lanka's sweeping trade lockdown in the wake of severe monetary instability from March 2020 will not help the country...,negative,-0.997323871
"Sri Lanka expects 42,000MT maize crop in Yala season",7/31/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka is expected to produce 42,000 metric tonnes of maize in the current Yala minor cultivation season up from 25,2...","Sri Lanka expects 42,000MT maize crop in Yala season Sri Lanka is expected to produce 42,000 metric tonnes of maize in the current Yala minor cultivation season up from 25,2...",negative,-0.967676222
Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank profits marginally up in June despite provisions,7/31/2020,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank Plc group grew 1.1 percent to 669 million rupees in the June 2020 quarter with intere...,Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank profits marginally up in June despite provisions Profits at Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank Plc group grew 1.1 percent to 669 million rupees in the June 2020 quarter with intere...,negative,-0.988387764
"Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger, stocks decline",7/30/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 185.62/70 to US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields were edged up...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger, stocks decline Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 185.62/70 to US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields were edged up...",negative,-0.963861048
Sri Lanka plans random Coronavirus tests nation-wide as new Covid-9 cluster reigned in - Update,7/30/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is planning random Coronavirus tests island-wide a top official said as health authorities are tracing and qua...,Sri Lanka plans random Coronavirus tests nation-wide as new Covid-9 cluster reigned in - Update Sri Lanka is planning random Coronavirus tests island-wide a top official said as health authorities are tracing and qua...,negative,-0.957259774
Sri Lanka fails to sell all offered bonds at auction under yield ceilings,7/30/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has sold 103.2 billion rupees of bonds out of 110 billion rupees of securities offered at an auction on July 3...,Sri Lanka fails to sell all offered bonds at auction under yield ceilings Sri Lanka has sold 103.2 billion rupees of bonds out of 110 billion rupees of securities offered at an auction on July 3...,negative,-0.998596489
"Leasing ""white elephant"" Hambantota Port helped ease debt burden: Ranil",7/30/2020,Politics,"By leasing the “white elephant” Hambantota Port to China, the Yahapalana Government was able to free the people of S...","Leasing ""white elephant"" Hambantota Port helped ease debt burden: Ranil By leasing the “white elephant” Hambantota Port to China, the Yahapalana Government was able to free the people of S...",positive,0.944591701
No new COVID-19 patients reported in Sri Lanka by 6am today,7/30/2020,Health,"No new COVID-19 patients were reported in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (July 30), the government said.","No new COVID-19 patients reported in Sri Lanka by 6am today No new COVID-19 patients were reported in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (July 30), the government said.",negative,-0.993219793
"Democratic rights, economic concerns will decide this election: NPP candidate Dr Nihal Abeysinghe",7/30/2020,Politics,Sri Lankan voters are faced with an important choice in the run-up to the upcoming parliamentary polls and must prioriti...,"Democratic rights, economic concerns will decide this election: NPP candidate Dr Nihal Abeysinghe Sri Lankan voters are faced with an important choice in the run-up to the upcoming parliamentary polls and must prioriti...",positive,0.992439866
UNP supporters will vote for us - PM Mahinda Rajapaksa,7/30/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,Leader of Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is claiming that the followers of the UNP had ass...,UNP supporters will vote for us - PM Mahinda Rajapaksa Leader of Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is claiming that the followers of the UNP had ass...,negative,-0.995981455
"Sri Lanka para-taxes Maldive fish at Rs102, turmeric imports at Rs360kg",7/30/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka will tax Maldives fish imports at 102 rupees a kilogram, turmeric not ground at 102 rupees and others at 360 r...","Sri Lanka para-taxes Maldive fish at Rs102, turmeric imports at Rs360kg Sri Lanka will tax Maldives fish imports at 102 rupees a kilogram, turmeric not ground at 102 rupees and others at 360 r...",negative,-0.988565505
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, gilt yields flat",7/30/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.68/78 to US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields were unch...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.68/78 to US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields were unch...",negative,-0.991441488
The Friday Forum questions the call to hand over more powers to the President,7/30/2020,Health,A group of eminent personalities are questioning the call for handing over more powers to the Presidency by abolishing t...,The Friday Forum questions the call to hand over more powers to the President A group of eminent personalities are questioning the call for handing over more powers to the Presidency by abolishing t...,negative,-0.886542261
"Sri Lanka banks to zero-weight discounted contractor bills for Basel III, count as liquid assets",7/30/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's commercial banks could zero-rate for Basle III capital contractor bills due from the government discounted w...,"Sri Lanka banks to zero-weight discounted contractor bills for Basel III, count as liquid assets Sri Lanka's commercial banks could zero-rate for Basle III capital contractor bills due from the government discounted w...",negative,-0.996352315
"John Keells Holdings loses Rs1.6bn to Sri Lanka Covid-19 lockdown, sees recovery",7/29/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings, which has interests in leisure, ports, consumer goods and retail said it lost 1.6 bill...","John Keells Holdings loses Rs1.6bn to Sri Lanka Covid-19 lockdown, sees recovery Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings, which has interests in leisure, ports, consumer goods and retail said it lost 1.6 bill...",negative,-0.99461776
Sri Lanka fails to sell 60-pct of bills at Treasuries auction under explicit price ceiling,7/29/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka failed to sell 60 percent of the bills offered at an auction Wednesday under a price ceiling scheme that start...,Sri Lanka fails to sell 60-pct of bills at Treasuries auction under explicit price ceiling Sri Lanka failed to sell 60 percent of the bills offered at an auction Wednesday under a price ceiling scheme that start...,negative,-0.999532938
"Sri Lanka rupee closes flat, stocks decline",7/29/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 185.72/77 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields were unchanged a...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes flat, stocks decline Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 185.72/77 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields were unchanged a...",negative,-0.997601092
Sri Lanka will resume full repatriation of migrant workers from August 9 - officials,7/29/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka will fly home some 600 migrant workers from Abu Dhabi and Dubai on July 31 and August 1, but begin full repatr...","Sri Lanka will resume full repatriation of migrant workers from August 9 - officials Sri Lanka will fly home some 600 migrant workers from Abu Dhabi and Dubai on July 31 and August 1, but begin full repatr...",negative,-0.981116772
Eligible voters under quarantine can vote after 5 pm on polling day – Elections Commission,7/29/2020,Health,Sri Lankan citizens who are eligible to vote in the Parliamentary General Elections and are quarantined due to COVID 19 ...,Eligible voters under quarantine can vote after 5 pm on polling day – Elections Commission Sri Lankan citizens who are eligible to vote in the Parliamentary General Elections and are quarantined due to COVID 19 ...,negative,-0.904627323
Sri Lanka's Vallibel Properties to build 16-storey office tower,7/29/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's Vallibel group will construct an 16-story office building in Colombo 03, at a cost of 8.1 million US dollars...","Sri Lanka's Vallibel Properties to build 16-storey office tower Sri Lanka's Vallibel group will construct an 16-story office building in Colombo 03, at a cost of 8.1 million US dollars...",positive,0.964061737
"Sri Lanka rupee slightly firmer at open, bond yields flat",7/29/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted slightly firmer at 185.72/82 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields w...,"Sri Lanka rupee slightly firmer at open, bond yields flat Sri Lanka rupee was quoted slightly firmer at 185.72/82 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields w...",negative,-0.993203402
"Sri Lanka tea buyers led by Iraq, Turkey, Russia in 2020 first half",7/29/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka produced 129.04 million tonnes of tea in the first half of 2020 down 18.76 percent from a year earlier, and ex...","Sri Lanka tea buyers led by Iraq, Turkey, Russia in 2020 first half Sri Lanka produced 129.04 million tonnes of tea in the first half of 2020 down 18.76 percent from a year earlier, and ex...",negative,-0.994522691
Sri Lanka finance companies to be hard hit by import controls as bad loans top 11-pct,7/29/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's Finance Companies which have seen rising bad loans as the rate cuts of April 2018 triggered currency collaps...,Sri Lanka finance companies to be hard hit by import controls as bad loans top 11-pct Sri Lanka's Finance Companies which have seen rising bad loans as the rate cuts of April 2018 triggered currency collaps...,negative,-0.999272406
Sri Lanka's opposition party claims central bank repo with New York Fed is illegal,7/29/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's United National Party of ex-Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has claimed that a repurchase deal between t...,Sri Lanka's opposition party claims central bank repo with New York Fed is illegal Sri Lanka's United National Party of ex-Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has claimed that a repurchase deal between t...,negative,-0.996307969
Probe finds misappropriation of funds in the Central Cultural Fund – Prime Minister’s office,7/29/2020,Corruption,A three-member committee that probed alleged misappropriation from the Central Cultural Fund has found that the fund had...,Probe finds misappropriation of funds in the Central Cultural Fund – Prime Minister’s office A three-member committee that probed alleged misappropriation from the Central Cultural Fund has found that the fund had...,negative,-0.993598104
Sacking pro-SJB members from the UNP “was long overdue” – Asst. Leader RaviK,7/29/2020,Legal,"With a week to go for the elections, the United National Party (UNP) and the breakaway Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) fire...","Sacking pro-SJB members from the UNP “was long overdue” – Asst. Leader RaviK With a week to go for the elections, the United National Party (UNP) and the breakaway Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) fire...",negative,-0.997519255
Over 1.2 million new votes registered for Sri Lanka's upcoming polls,7/29/2020,Politics,Over 1.2 million new votes are expected to be cast in the upcoming parliamentary election in Sri Lanka which is schedule...,Over 1.2 million new votes registered for Sri Lanka's upcoming polls Over 1.2 million new votes are expected to be cast in the upcoming parliamentary election in Sri Lanka which is schedule...,negative,-0.555630445
"Heavy rainfall, strong winds in Sri Lanka till end July: Met Dept",7/29/2020,Weather and Climate,Sri Lanka will experience heavy rainfalls and strong winds in coastal areas and south western parts of the country for t...,"Heavy rainfall, strong winds in Sri Lanka till end July: Met Dept Sri Lanka will experience heavy rainfalls and strong winds in coastal areas and south western parts of the country for t...",positive,0.986830831
"Sri Lanka rupee remains flat at close, gilt yields down",7/28/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 185.73/78 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields down and stocks fe...,"Sri Lanka rupee remains flat at close, gilt yields down Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 185.73/78 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields down and stocks fe...",negative,-0.999308348
Fuelled by passion and innovation,7/28/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka’s lockdown came swiftly, as a necessary measure to flatten the curve of COVID19. This put enormous pressure ...","Fuelled by passion and innovation Sri Lanka’s lockdown came swiftly, as a necessary measure to flatten the curve of COVID19. This put enormous pressure ...",positive,0.971706569
Jordanian Police rescue Sri Lanka Embassy staff held hostage by migrant workers,7/28/2020,Health,Jordanian police fired tear gas to help rescue three staffers of the Sri Lankan Embassy in Jordan who were being held ho...,Jordanian Police rescue Sri Lanka Embassy staff held hostage by migrant workers Jordanian police fired tear gas to help rescue three staffers of the Sri Lankan Embassy in Jordan who were being held ho...,negative,-0.977657557
Younger MPs will get more responsibility in an SLPP government – Tharaka Balasuriya,7/28/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,"President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will encourage younger, first-time Members of Parliament to take more responsibility, says ...","Younger MPs will get more responsibility in an SLPP government – Tharaka Balasuriya President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will encourage younger, first-time Members of Parliament to take more responsibility, says ...",positive,0.988518536
"Hate speech, divisive language on the rise on Sri Lanka's campaign trail: CMEV",7/28/2020,Politics,"Despite a relatively low incidence at the start, hate speech and divisive language can already be heard on the campaign ...","Hate speech, divisive language on the rise on Sri Lanka's campaign trail: CMEV Despite a relatively low incidence at the start, hate speech and divisive language can already be heard on the campaign ...",negative,-0.995950818
"Sri Lanka state agencies to buy 200,000 tonnes of rice in Yala",7/28/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's state agencies are planning to buy 200,000 metric tonnes of rice and the Finance Minister said it had releas...","Sri Lanka state agencies to buy 200,000 tonnes of rice in Yala Sri Lanka's state agencies are planning to buy 200,000 metric tonnes of rice and the Finance Minister said it had releas...",negative,-0.997968018
Five nabbed for defrauding migrant worker savings,7/28/2020,Crime,"Five suspects were arrested in Kirulapone on Sunday (26) for allegedly defrauding migrant workers of their savings, poli...","Five nabbed for defrauding migrant worker savings Five suspects were arrested in Kirulapone on Sunday (26) for allegedly defrauding migrant workers of their savings, poli...",negative,-0.993703783
Sri Lanka COVID-19 situation report: 23 new patients by this morning,7/28/2020,Health,"A total of 23 new COVID-19 patients were reported in the island as at 6 a.m. this morning, the National Operations Centr...","Sri Lanka COVID-19 situation report: 23 new patients by this morning A total of 23 new COVID-19 patients were reported in the island as at 6 a.m. this morning, the National Operations Centr...",negative,-0.977322698
"Sri Lanka rupee opens flat, stocks gain",7/28/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 185.72/77 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields were up, deale...","Sri Lanka rupee opens flat, stocks gain Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 185.72/77 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields were up, deale...",negative,-0.999197423
Sri Lanka’s youth are unlikely to vote for the old guard in Parliament,7/28/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka’s youth, many of them first-time voters, who gave Gotabaya Rajapaksa a huge majority at the Presidential ele...","Sri Lanka’s youth are unlikely to vote for the old guard in Parliament Sri Lanka’s youth, many of them first-time voters, who gave Gotabaya Rajapaksa a huge majority at the Presidential ele...",negative,-0.809653521
RBI's US$400mn 3-month swap to Sri Lanka for to be rolled over,7/28/2020,Economy, A 400 million dollar swap from the Reserve Bank of India to Sri Lanka for three months will be rolled over twice under ...,RBI's US$400mn 3-month swap to Sri Lanka for to be rolled over  A 400 million dollar swap from the Reserve Bank of India to Sri Lanka for three months will be rolled over twice under ...,negative,-0.995093346
Sri Lanka Development Bonds sold at yields of up to 6.80-pct,7/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has sold 100 million dollars of dollar denominated bonds with tenors of 1 year 1 month to 4-years 6-months at ...,Sri Lanka Development Bonds sold at yields of up to 6.80-pct Sri Lanka has sold 100 million dollars of dollar denominated bonds with tenors of 1 year 1 month to 4-years 6-months at ...,negative,-0.963560462
"Sri Lanka rupee ends marginally strong, gilt yields gain",7/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 185.72/78 to US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields were up and stock...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends marginally strong, gilt yields gain Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 185.72/78 to US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields were up and stock...",positive,0.98630929
What is holding back Sri Lankan Women from entering politics: Lihini Fernando decodes,7/27/2020,Gender Issues,"Despite Sri Lankan women having progressed by breaking boundaries in many fields, their participation in the country’s...","What is holding back Sri Lankan Women from entering politics: Lihini Fernando decodes Despite Sri Lankan women having progressed by breaking boundaries in many fields, their participation in the country’s...",negative,-0.977014124
Sri Lanka's AIA Insurance strongly capitalized amid Covid-19,7/27/2020,Finance,"Sri Lanka's AIA Insurance is strongly capitalized above the industry, official data shows, with officials saying its pru...","Sri Lanka's AIA Insurance strongly capitalized amid Covid-19 Sri Lanka's AIA Insurance is strongly capitalized above the industry, official data shows, with officials saying its pru...",positive,0.994419992
Sri Lanka chain says its hotel first in India to get Bureau Veritas nod for Covid-19 safety,7/27/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence said its Turyaa Chennai hotel was the first resort in India to get certified for health and sa...,Sri Lanka chain says its hotel first in India to get Bureau Veritas nod for Covid-19 safety Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence said its Turyaa Chennai hotel was the first resort in India to get certified for health and sa...,positive,0.99031198
"Sri Lanka GDP could contract 4-pct in 2020, import controls may drive deficit to 11-pct: analysts",7/27/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's economy could contract up to 4 percent in 2020 and the budget deficit could expands to as much as 11 percent...,"Sri Lanka GDP could contract 4-pct in 2020, import controls may drive deficit to 11-pct: analysts Sri Lanka's economy could contract up to 4 percent in 2020 and the budget deficit could expands to as much as 11 percent...",negative,-0.993721366
"Sri Lanka reaches the 150,000 mark for PCR Tests - NOCP",7/27/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has passed the 150,000 mark for PCR tests with 1,380 tests done yesterday, the National Operations Centre for ...","Sri Lanka reaches the 150,000 mark for PCR Tests - NOCP Sri Lanka has passed the 150,000 mark for PCR tests with 1,380 tests done yesterday, the National Operations Centre for ...",positive,0.950323164
"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, gilt yields flat",7/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 185.75/83 to US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields were flat, dealers s...","Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 185.75/83 to US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields were flat, dealers s...",negative,-0.992958069
"Polls 2020: SJB biggest spender, SLPP has most election law violations - CMEV",7/27/2020,Legal,With a week of campaigning left in the Parliamentary General Elections watchdog groups have found that the Samagi Jana B...,"Polls 2020: SJB biggest spender, SLPP has most election law violations - CMEV With a week of campaigning left in the Parliamentary General Elections watchdog groups have found that the Samagi Jana B...",negative,-0.998175621
Fitch to withdraw Kotagala Plantations ratings now in Restricted Default,7/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Fitch Ratings said it will withdraw the rating of Sri Lanka's Kotagala Plantations for commercial reasons, which has bee...","Fitch to withdraw Kotagala Plantations ratings now in Restricted Default Fitch Ratings said it will withdraw the rating of Sri Lanka's Kotagala Plantations for commercial reasons, which has bee...",negative,-0.999489665
Sri Lanka's NSB rating confirmed by ICRA Lanka,7/27/2020,Banking,ICRA Lanka has reaffirmed the state-owned National Savings Bank at [SL]AAA with a stable outlook due to low risk investm...,Sri Lanka's NSB rating confirmed by ICRA Lanka ICRA Lanka has reaffirmed the state-owned National Savings Bank at [SL]AAA with a stable outlook due to low risk investm...,positive,0.95385468
Sri Lanka private credit negative for second month in June 2020,7/27/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's private credit contracted 54 billion rupees in June 2020, extending a 69.6 billion rupee contraction seen in...","Sri Lanka private credit negative for second month in June 2020 Sri Lanka's private credit contracted 54 billion rupees in June 2020, extending a 69.6 billion rupee contraction seen in...",negative,-0.988550961
Sri Lanka Wayamba Uni tech faculty deal goes to Sathuta Builders,7/26/2020,Business,A contract to build the Faculty of Technology at Sri Lanka's Wayamba University has been awarded the Sathuta Builders (P...,Sri Lanka Wayamba Uni tech faculty deal goes to Sathuta Builders A contract to build the Faculty of Technology at Sri Lanka's Wayamba University has been awarded the Sathuta Builders (P...,negative,-0.653239727
Sierra Cables Plc wins Rs900mn deal from Sri Lanka power utility,7/26/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Sierra Cables Plc has won a 900 million rupee deal to supply cable to state run Ceylon Electricity Board, th...","Sierra Cables Plc wins Rs900mn deal from Sri Lanka power utility Sri Lanka's Sierra Cables Plc has won a 900 million rupee deal to supply cable to state run Ceylon Electricity Board, th...",positive,0.943294942
Vietnam re-deploys Coronavirus controls after second Covid-19 patient found - Update II,7/26/2020,Health,"Vietnam has found a second Covid-19 patient in the central city of Da Nang, the Health Ministry said on July 26, with th...","Vietnam re-deploys Coronavirus controls after second Covid-19 patient found - Update II Vietnam has found a second Covid-19 patient in the central city of Da Nang, the Health Ministry said on July 26, with th...",negative,-0.989512146
"Sri Lanka's Crysbro exports poultry to GCC, Maldives, eyes Europe",7/26/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's Farms Pride (Pvt) Ltd, which started exporting poultry to the Middle East during a Covid-19 pandemic says it...","Sri Lanka's Crysbro exports poultry to GCC, Maldives, eyes Europe Sri Lanka's Farms Pride (Pvt) Ltd, which started exporting poultry to the Middle East during a Covid-19 pandemic says it...",negative,-0.967970788
"Sri Lanka SOEs award contracts to buy 92,000MT of fertilizer",7/25/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's state-run Lanka Fertilizer Limited (Lak Pohora) and Colombo Commercial Fertilizer Limited has awarded contra...,"Sri Lanka SOEs award contracts to buy 92,000MT of fertilizer Sri Lanka's state-run Lanka Fertilizer Limited (Lak Pohora) and Colombo Commercial Fertilizer Limited has awarded contra...",negative,-0.979262471
Opinion: Sri Lanka ruling party is ahead with 12 days to go for Parliamentary polls,7/25/2020,Easter Sunday attacks,"Sri Lanka is nearing the end of the Parliamentary General Election campaign, and the ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna ...","Opinion: Sri Lanka ruling party is ahead with 12 days to go for Parliamentary polls Sri Lanka is nearing the end of the Parliamentary General Election campaign, and the ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna ...",positive,0.777328134
Sri Lanka tea prices mixed,7/25/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka tea prices mixed but still holding on to recovery in the fourth week of July amid by good demand for Low Grown...,Sri Lanka tea prices mixed Sri Lanka tea prices mixed but still holding on to recovery in the fourth week of July amid by good demand for Low Grown...,positive,0.971339226
Sri Lanka would need hard reforms under an IMF program after elections: analysts,7/25/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka needs hard reforms under an International Monetary Fund program from a stable government after elections to re...,Sri Lanka would need hard reforms under an IMF program after elections: analysts Sri Lanka needs hard reforms under an International Monetary Fund program from a stable government after elections to re...,negative,-0.99359858
Status report: 11 new COVID-19 cases reported in Sri Lanka this morning,7/25/2020,Health,"A total of 11 COVID-19 cases were reported as at 6 a.m. this morning, the National Operations Centre for Prevention of C...","Status report: 11 new COVID-19 cases reported in Sri Lanka this morning A total of 11 COVID-19 cases were reported as at 6 a.m. this morning, the National Operations Centre for Prevention of C...",negative,-0.98470968
Reserve Bank of India inks US$400mn swap for Sri Lanka: Indian High Commission,7/24/2020,Economy,"The Reserve Bank of India has inked a 400 million US dollar swap line to Sri Lanka, India's High Commission (embassy) in...","Reserve Bank of India inks US$400mn swap for Sri Lanka: Indian High Commission The Reserve Bank of India has inked a 400 million US dollar swap line to Sri Lanka, India's High Commission (embassy) in...",negative,-0.986107111
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields marginally up",7/24/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 185.75/85 to US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields marginally up in ...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields marginally up Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 185.75/85 to US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields marginally up in ...",negative,-0.996376812
"Sri Lanka anti-money laundering watchdog fines banks, finance companies",7/24/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's Financial Intelligence Unit, the island's anti-money laundering watchdog, said it had fined two banks and th...","Sri Lanka anti-money laundering watchdog fines banks, finance companies Sri Lanka's Financial Intelligence Unit, the island's anti-money laundering watchdog, said it had fined two banks and th...",negative,-0.993702948
SLPP just submit to law if K'gala demolition site found to be royal court: Vidura,7/24/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka's ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) would have to submit to the law if the recently demolished buildin...,SLPP just submit to law if K'gala demolition site found to be royal court: Vidura Sri Lanka's ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) would have to submit to the law if the recently demolished buildin...,negative,-0.997986197
Women’s activists demand Mahinda apologise to Jalani over remark over childless women,7/24/2020,Gender Issues,A group of activists staged a demonstration against Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa today protesting remarks made by hi...,Women’s activists demand Mahinda apologise to Jalani over remark over childless women A group of activists staged a demonstration against Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa today protesting remarks made by hi...,negative,-0.986195564
"Sri Lanka debt moratorium discussed by India Exim Bank, Finance Ministries",7/24/2020,Economy,India Finance Ministry and Export Import Bank officials have held online talks with Sri Lanka's Finance Ministry on stru...,"Sri Lanka debt moratorium discussed by India Exim Bank, Finance Ministries India Finance Ministry and Export Import Bank officials have held online talks with Sri Lanka's Finance Ministry on stru...",negative,-0.963791072
Women nominees: Poor showing from major parties in run-up to Sri Lanka's polls,7/24/2020,Gender Issues,"With nominations being concluded for the upcoming parliamentary election, questions have been raised as to whether women...","Women nominees: Poor showing from major parties in run-up to Sri Lanka's polls With nominations being concluded for the upcoming parliamentary election, questions have been raised as to whether women...",negative,-0.999546707
Sri Lanka economy market outlook; Echelon online forum,7/24/2020,Markets,"The outlook for Sri Lanka's economy, market and companies will be the focus of an online forum by Echelon Magazine at 15...","Sri Lanka economy market outlook; Echelon online forum The outlook for Sri Lanka's economy, market and companies will be the focus of an online forum by Echelon Magazine at 15...",positive,0.985165775
COVID positive inmate from Kandakadu nabbed by Army Intelligence near National Hospital – Army,7/24/2020,Health,Army Intelligence officers found and arrested a COVID 19 positive inmate from the Kandakadu Rehabilitation camp who had ...,COVID positive inmate from Kandakadu nabbed by Army Intelligence near National Hospital – Army Army Intelligence officers found and arrested a COVID 19 positive inmate from the Kandakadu Rehabilitation camp who had ...,negative,-0.962691844
Contrived legal ‘Authoritarianism’ another new virus with a global reach - Opinion,7/24/2020,Free Speech,A two-thirds majority will give the ruling party a monopoly on power. It will serve another more salutary purpose. It wi...,Contrived legal ‘Authoritarianism’ another new virus with a global reach - Opinion A two-thirds majority will give the ruling party a monopoly on power. It will serve another more salutary purpose. It wi...,negative,-0.989086747
Sri Lanka rough rice forecast for 2020 minor season up 11-pct,7/24/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's paddy (rough rice) harvest for the 2020 Yala minor cultivation season is expected to rise 11 percent to 1.72...,Sri Lanka rough rice forecast for 2020 minor season up 11-pct Sri Lanka's paddy (rough rice) harvest for the 2020 Yala minor cultivation season is expected to rise 11 percent to 1.72...,negative,-0.977498889
"Sri Lanka's Ceylon Cold Stores loses Rs349mn on Coronavirus, revenues down 26-pct in June",7/24/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Ceylon Cold Stores Plc, which runs a retail chain and makes fast moving consumer goods, lost 349 million rup...","Sri Lanka's Ceylon Cold Stores loses Rs349mn on Coronavirus, revenues down 26-pct in June Sri Lanka's Ceylon Cold Stores Plc, which runs a retail chain and makes fast moving consumer goods, lost 349 million rup...",negative,-0.999711573
"Sri Lanka rupee firmer, bond yields flat at open",7/24/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was stronger at 185.70/80 to US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields were flat in dull ...,"Sri Lanka rupee firmer, bond yields flat at open Sri Lanka rupee was stronger at 185.70/80 to US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields were flat in dull ...",negative,-0.999226093
Sri Lanka committee appointed to change direction of state banks,7/24/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka will appoint a committee headed by retired High Court Judge Sisira Ratnayaka and 'experts from relevant' field...,Sri Lanka committee appointed to change direction of state banks Sri Lanka will appoint a committee headed by retired High Court Judge Sisira Ratnayaka and 'experts from relevant' field...,positive,0.995283782
COVID positive inmate from Kandakadu is on the loose after escaping from IDH - Police,7/24/2020,Health,Police are seeking public assistance to hunt down a COVID 19 positive inmate from the Kandakadu Rehabilitation camp who ...,COVID positive inmate from Kandakadu is on the loose after escaping from IDH - Police Police are seeking public assistance to hunt down a COVID 19 positive inmate from the Kandakadu Rehabilitation camp who ...,negative,-0.988111854
Sri Lanka looks to pay losses of depositors who lost Rs507mn from Entrust bondscam,7/24/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has appointed a committee to look into ways to pay losses of 507 million rupees to depositors of a co-operativ...,Sri Lanka looks to pay losses of depositors who lost Rs507mn from Entrust bondscam Sri Lanka has appointed a committee to look into ways to pay losses of 507 million rupees to depositors of a co-operativ...,negative,-0.989656329
"Sri Lanka will continue to include ""race"" in birth certificates, reversing previous decision not to",7/23/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka will continue to include “race” (ethnic identity) in birth certificates issued to citizens despite a previ...,"Sri Lanka will continue to include ""race"" in birth certificates, reversing previous decision not to Sri Lanka will continue to include “race” (ethnic identity) in birth certificates issued to citizens despite a previ...",negative,-0.7610057
"Abstain from political engagements, Election Commission tells public servants",7/23/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka’s Election Commission requests all public servants “with or without political rights” to abstain from at...,"Abstain from political engagements, Election Commission tells public servants Sri Lanka’s Election Commission requests all public servants “with or without political rights” to abstain from at...",negative,-0.931832135
Two hospitals to be developed for training of students for Moratuwa Medical Faculty,7/23/2020,Education,The Homagama Base Hospital and the Nagoda General Hospital are to be developed as National and Teaching hospitals in to ...,Two hospitals to be developed for training of students for Moratuwa Medical Faculty The Homagama Base Hospital and the Nagoda General Hospital are to be developed as National and Teaching hospitals in to ...,negative,-0.917886615
Heavy rain for the rest of the month of July forecast by the Met Dept.,7/23/2020,Weather and Climate,The Met Department is forecasting above-average rainfall for the month of July due to the strong day to day atmospheric ...,Heavy rain for the rest of the month of July forecast by the Met Dept. The Met Department is forecasting above-average rainfall for the month of July due to the strong day to day atmospheric ...,positive,0.996044397
Sri Lanka NITF re-insurance deal goes to Everest Re,7/23/2020,Finance,A 985 million rupee re-insurance deal of state-run National Insurance Trust Fund for for 18 months through 2020/2021 had...,Sri Lanka NITF re-insurance deal goes to Everest Re A 985 million rupee re-insurance deal of state-run National Insurance Trust Fund for for 18 months through 2020/2021 had...,negative,-0.992589355
Sri Lanka continuing talks with India over Colombo port East Terminal: Minister,7/23/2020,Logistics,"Sri Lanka is continuing talks with India over the development of a container terminal in Colombo port, Information Minis...","Sri Lanka continuing talks with India over Colombo port East Terminal: Minister Sri Lanka is continuing talks with India over the development of a container terminal in Colombo port, Information Minis...",positive,0.975417256
"Sri Lanka rupee, gilt yields flat at open",7/23/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 185.75/80 to US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields too were flat...,"Sri Lanka rupee, gilt yields flat at open Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 185.75/80 to US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields too were flat...",negative,-0.998734057
Sri Lanka's economic consequences of the peace; monetary instability and trade lockdown: Bellwether,7/23/2020,Bellwether,While Sri Lanka defeated the Tamil Tigers in 2009 and the Coronavirus in 2020 – the battle is not yet over – it is r...,Sri Lanka's economic consequences of the peace; monetary instability and trade lockdown: Bellwether While Sri Lanka defeated the Tamil Tigers in 2009 and the Coronavirus in 2020 – the battle is not yet over – it is r...,negative,-0.993688822
"Sri Lanka call for dollar loan draw bids from India, China state banks",7/23/2020,Economy,State-run Industrial and Commerce Bank of China and State Bank of China are in consortia that responded to a call for te...,"Sri Lanka call for dollar loan draw bids from India, China state banks State-run Industrial and Commerce Bank of China and State Bank of China are in consortia that responded to a call for te...",negative,-0.976819336
Sri Lanka ruling party in a dilemma over the destruction of Kurunegala heritage site,7/22/2020,Arts and Culture,The Expert Committee that studied the destruction of a historical building in the city of Kurunegala wants the perpetrat...,Sri Lanka ruling party in a dilemma over the destruction of Kurunegala heritage site The Expert Committee that studied the destruction of a historical building in the city of Kurunegala wants the perpetrat...,negative,-0.995558858
Sri Lanka's 06-month Treasuries yield falls below June inflation,7/22/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields dropped across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 6-month yield falling to 4.69 pe...,Sri Lanka's 06-month Treasuries yield falls below June inflation Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields dropped across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 6-month yield falling to 4.69 pe...,negative,-0.998301625
"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields marginally up",7/22/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 185.75/85 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields picked up margin...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields marginally up Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 185.75/85 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields picked up margin...",negative,-0.999365032
"President's inaction over Kurunegala incident shows his tacit approval, says Ajith P Perera",7/22/2020,Politics,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s inaction over the controversial demolition of the purported royal court in Kurunegala s...,"President's inaction over Kurunegala incident shows his tacit approval, says Ajith P Perera President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s inaction over the controversial demolition of the purported royal court in Kurunegala s...",positive,0.988665819
Mahinda predicts seventy per cent of voters will come to the polls,7/22/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is confident that despite COVID at least seventy per cent of voters will come to the po...,Mahinda predicts seventy per cent of voters will come to the polls Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is confident that despite COVID at least seventy per cent of voters will come to the po...,positive,0.991695821
No new COVID-19 cases reported yesterday – National Centre for Prevention of COVID,7/22/2020,Health,"No new COVID-19 cases were reported during the 24- hour period that ended at 6 a.m. this morning, National Operations Ce...","No new COVID-19 cases reported yesterday – National Centre for Prevention of COVID No new COVID-19 cases were reported during the 24- hour period that ended at 6 a.m. this morning, National Operations Ce...",negative,-0.994195044
One patient from Kandakadu rehabilitation centre moved to IDH,7/22/2020,Health,One patient from the Medical Facility created at the Kandakadu Drug Rehabilitation and Treatment centre for COVID 19 pat...,One patient from Kandakadu rehabilitation centre moved to IDH One patient from the Medical Facility created at the Kandakadu Drug Rehabilitation and Treatment centre for COVID 19 pat...,negative,-0.983347476
"Sri Lanka's ETI Finance, Swarnamahal depositors to be paid from July 25: Corrected",7/22/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's central bank said compensation of up to 600,000 rupees will be paid to depositors of the failed ETI Finance ...","Sri Lanka's ETI Finance, Swarnamahal depositors to be paid from July 25: Corrected Sri Lanka's central bank said compensation of up to 600,000 rupees will be paid to depositors of the failed ETI Finance ...",negative,-0.998713493
"Sri Lanka rupee flat, stocks gain at open",7/22/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 185.75/82 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields picked up ma...,"Sri Lanka rupee flat, stocks gain at open Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 185.75/82 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields picked up ma...",negative,-0.999252617
Too late for Sri Lanka as IMF paper busts 'flexible exchange rate' myth on exports,7/22/2020,Economy,An International Monetary Fund has working paper has said that countries with 'flexible exchange rates' (read depreciati...,Too late for Sri Lanka as IMF paper busts 'flexible exchange rate' myth on exports An International Monetary Fund has working paper has said that countries with 'flexible exchange rates' (read depreciati...,negative,-0.985495985
Moody's says keeping Sri Lanka bank ratings under review for downgrade,7/22/2020,Banking,"Moody's Investors Service, which has put Sri Lanka's 'B2' sovereign rating under review for downgrade said it will conti...","Moody's says keeping Sri Lanka bank ratings under review for downgrade Moody's Investors Service, which has put Sri Lanka's 'B2' sovereign rating under review for downgrade said it will conti...",negative,-0.958781123
Sri Lanka's nation-wide inflation rises to 6.3-pct in June,7/21/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's nation-wide consumer prices rose 6.3 percent in the 2-months to June 2020, rising from 5.2 percent in May, w...","Sri Lanka's nation-wide inflation rises to 6.3-pct in June Sri Lanka's nation-wide consumer prices rose 6.3 percent in the 2-months to June 2020, rising from 5.2 percent in May, w...",negative,-0.910585642
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields marginally up",7/21/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 185.75/88 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields picked up margin...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields marginally up Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 185.75/88 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields picked up margin...",negative,-0.996782541
Sri Lanka stocks end three-day rally,7/21/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks ended 0.1 percent lower on Tuesday, ending a three-day rally amid continued foreign selling and concern...","Sri Lanka stocks end three-day rally Sri Lanka stocks ended 0.1 percent lower on Tuesday, ending a three-day rally amid continued foreign selling and concern...",negative,-0.997048318
Sri Lanka's Hemas Hospital designs mobile chamber to move Covid-19 patients,7/21/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Hemas Hospitals said it had designed a sealed chamber to move patients suspected of having Coronavirus or ot...,Sri Lanka's Hemas Hospital designs mobile chamber to move Covid-19 patients Sri Lanka's Hemas Hospitals said it had designed a sealed chamber to move patients suspected of having Coronavirus or ot...,negative,-0.992733717
Coronavirus pandemic drives Asian companies to digitize and examine supply chains: HSBC survey,7/21/2020,Economy,"The Coronavirus pandemic has made Asian firms digitize their business, and examine supply chains and have become more ca...","Coronavirus pandemic drives Asian companies to digitize and examine supply chains: HSBC survey The Coronavirus pandemic has made Asian firms digitize their business, and examine supply chains and have become more ca...",positive,0.824489474
Teacher who gave tuition in the Gampaha area newest COVID 19 victim,7/21/2020,Health,Sri Lanka will quarantine around 600 people after a local Teacher in the Gampaha area was tested positive for COVID 19 t...,Teacher who gave tuition in the Gampaha area newest COVID 19 victim Sri Lanka will quarantine around 600 people after a local Teacher in the Gampaha area was tested positive for COVID 19 t...,negative,-0.998465061
"Civil appellate court rejects SJB appeal challenging UNP, orders to pay court expenses",7/21/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka’s Western Province Civil Appellate High Court rejected an appeal submitted by the opposition Samagi Jana Bal...,"Civil appellate court rejects SJB appeal challenging UNP, orders to pay court expenses Sri Lanka’s Western Province Civil Appellate High Court rejected an appeal submitted by the opposition Samagi Jana Bal...",negative,-0.993962348
Government wants two-thirds majority in Parliament to fight extremism – G L Peiris,7/21/2020,Easter Sunday attacks,The Chairman of Sri Lanka’s governing Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Prof G.L. Peiris is saying that the governmen...,Government wants two-thirds majority in Parliament to fight extremism – G L Peiris The Chairman of Sri Lanka’s governing Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Prof G.L. Peiris is saying that the governmen...,negative,-0.984181285
Sri Lanka firms tracked by Fitch to lose Rs30bn in revenues to Coronavirus,7/21/2020,Markets,Companies in Sri Lanka tracked by Fitch Ratings are expected to lose 30 billion rupees in revenues in the year to March ...,Sri Lanka firms tracked by Fitch to lose Rs30bn in revenues to Coronavirus Companies in Sri Lanka tracked by Fitch Ratings are expected to lose 30 billion rupees in revenues in the year to March ...,negative,-0.999746382
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields marginally up",7/21/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 185.75/82 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields picked up ma...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields marginally up Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 185.75/82 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields picked up ma...",negative,-0.996001303
Sri Lanka companies rated above implied sovereign after 'stimulus' linked downgrade,7/21/2020,Bonds & Forex,Several publicly trade firms in Sri Lanka which operate in 'defensive' sectors that can weather downturns have been rate...,Sri Lanka companies rated above implied sovereign after 'stimulus' linked downgrade Several publicly trade firms in Sri Lanka which operate in 'defensive' sectors that can weather downturns have been rate...,negative,-0.973335803
Kandakadu cluster total goes up to 561 two more Navy patients are still in hospital,7/21/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s latest COVID 19 cluster produced one more case last night after a family member of a staffer at the Kandak...,Kandakadu cluster total goes up to 561 two more Navy patients are still in hospital Sri Lanka’s latest COVID 19 cluster produced one more case last night after a family member of a staffer at the Kandak...,negative,-0.988844931
"Sri Lanka export apparel demand still weak, competition in PPE",7/21/2020,Economy,"Demand for Sri Lanka's apparel exports is still weak, though much better than feared at the beginning of the Coronavirus...","Sri Lanka export apparel demand still weak, competition in PPE Demand for Sri Lanka's apparel exports is still weak, though much better than feared at the beginning of the Coronavirus...",negative,-0.999089003
Arjuna Nanayakkara to head London Stock Exchange tech centre in Sri Lanka,7/21/2020,ICT,London Stock Exchange Group said it had appointed Arjuna Nanayakkara who has a background in information technology and ...,Arjuna Nanayakkara to head London Stock Exchange tech centre in Sri Lanka London Stock Exchange Group said it had appointed Arjuna Nanayakkara who has a background in information technology and ...,positive,0.992082119
Sri Lanka and Vietnam grow closer over 50 years of diplomatic relations,7/21/2020,Economy,"Vietnam and Sri Lanka are marking 50 years of diplomatic relations on July 21, 2020 with the longstanding friendship and...","Sri Lanka and Vietnam grow closer over 50 years of diplomatic relations Vietnam and Sri Lanka are marking 50 years of diplomatic relations on July 21, 2020 with the longstanding friendship and...",positive,0.999592841
"Sri Lanka rupee ends marginally firmer, gilt yields flat",7/20/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer at 185.70/80 to US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields remained unchanged,...","Sri Lanka rupee ends marginally firmer, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer at 185.70/80 to US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields remained unchanged,...",negative,-0.9979316
"Sri Lanka bank operating conditions weaken, sovereign risk limit ratings: Fitch",7/20/2020,Banking,The operating environment is continuing to weaken amid a Coronavirus pandemic and sovereign credit which had already bee...,"Sri Lanka bank operating conditions weaken, sovereign risk limit ratings: Fitch The operating environment is continuing to weaken amid a Coronavirus pandemic and sovereign credit which had already bee...",negative,-0.999585688
"Sri Lanka stocks close 1-pct higher, pushed up by JKH",7/20/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka's stocks continued to rally for the third to close at 1 percent higher on Monday pushed up by John Keells Hold...,"Sri Lanka stocks close 1-pct higher, pushed up by JKH Sri Lanka's stocks continued to rally for the third to close at 1 percent higher on Monday pushed up by John Keells Hold...",negative,-0.975447416
"Kurunegala royal court demolition: Karu, other public figures call for arrest",7/20/2020,Politics,"Nearly a week since the controversial demolition of a purported 13th century archaeological site in Kurunegala, an arres...","Kurunegala royal court demolition: Karu, other public figures call for arrest Nearly a week since the controversial demolition of a purported 13th century archaeological site in Kurunegala, an arres...",negative,-0.985607743
The World has no trust in the Sri Lanka government's COVID story – Eran,7/20/2020,Health,"The international community does not seem to trust all the stories, facts and narratives coming out of the government ab...","The World has no trust in the Sri Lanka government's COVID story – Eran The international community does not seem to trust all the stories, facts and narratives coming out of the government ab...",negative,-0.999717057
Heavy rains to continue as landslide warnings are issued to four districts,7/20/2020,Weather and Climate,"The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has issued landslide warnings to areas in Colombo, Kalutara, Kegalle ...","Heavy rains to continue as landslide warnings are issued to four districts The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has issued landslide warnings to areas in Colombo, Kalutara, Kegalle ...",negative,-0.888946891
Kandakadu cluster’s number of Coronavirus positive patients rises to 560,7/20/2020,Health,The number of COVID-19 positive patients from the Kandakadu cluster has risen to 560 increasing the total number of pati...,Kandakadu cluster’s number of Coronavirus positive patients rises to 560 The number of COVID-19 positive patients from the Kandakadu cluster has risen to 560 increasing the total number of pati...,positive,0.555215061
"Sri Lanka rupee firmer, stocks gain at open",7/20/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer at 185.70/80 to US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields were flat and stoc...,"Sri Lanka rupee firmer, stocks gain at open Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer at 185.70/80 to US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields were flat and stoc...",negative,-0.996392548
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 3.1-pct,7/20/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka’s average coconut prices grew 3.12 percent to 50,268 rupees for a 1000 nuts at an auction at the third aucti...","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 3.1-pct Sri Lanka’s average coconut prices grew 3.12 percent to 50,268 rupees for a 1000 nuts at an auction at the third aucti...",negative,-0.987984061
"Sri Lanka slightly lowers import duty on virgin coconut, babassu oil",7/20/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has cut slightly cut the taxes on virgin coconut oil and palm kernel oil from levels seen earlier, as the econ...","Sri Lanka slightly lowers import duty on virgin coconut, babassu oil Sri Lanka has cut slightly cut the taxes on virgin coconut oil and palm kernel oil from levels seen earlier, as the econ...",negative,-0.898901403
Sri Lanka unemployment hits 10-year high in 2020 March quarter,7/20/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's unemployment hit 5.7 percent in the March 2020 quarter, levels not seen since 2009 at the end of a 30-year w...","Sri Lanka unemployment hits 10-year high in 2020 March quarter Sri Lanka's unemployment hit 5.7 percent in the March 2020 quarter, levels not seen since 2009 at the end of a 30-year w...",negative,-0.987020493
Gazetted Health Regulations for Elections are more relaxed than what was stipulated by the Health De...,7/19/2020,Health,Election watchdogs are expressing alarm that the Gazetted rules the August 5 election is to be conducted under are consi...,Gazetted Health Regulations for Elections are more relaxed than what was stipulated by the Health De... Election watchdogs are expressing alarm that the Gazetted rules the August 5 election is to be conducted under are consi...,negative,-0.567634881
Sri Lanka tea pick up at auction mid-July,7/19/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka tea prices picked up marginally in the third week of July with good quality lines of teas fetching better pric...,Sri Lanka tea pick up at auction mid-July Sri Lanka tea prices picked up marginally in the third week of July with good quality lines of teas fetching better pric...,negative,-0.630128741
"Sri Lanka import controls hurt economy, business, export competitiveness: Advocata",7/19/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's economy which is already hit by Coronavirus, would suffer further from an extension of import controls, whic...","Sri Lanka import controls hurt economy, business, export competitiveness: Advocata Sri Lanka's economy which is already hit by Coronavirus, would suffer further from an extension of import controls, whic...",negative,-0.999473512
Sri Lanka's tourism office to give small hotels Covid-19 health certificates,7/19/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's small hotels which have developed from serving tourists through global booking engines will be given provisi...,Sri Lanka's tourism office to give small hotels Covid-19 health certificates Sri Lanka's small hotels which have developed from serving tourists through global booking engines will be given provisi...,positive,0.877824068
"Sri Lanka's China-run Port, Colombo Dockyard team up for floating vessel repair",7/19/2020,Logistics,Sri Lanka's Hambantota port run by China Merchant Ports group said it had teamed up with Colombo Dockyard floating repai...,"Sri Lanka's China-run Port, Colombo Dockyard team up for floating vessel repair Sri Lanka's Hambantota port run by China Merchant Ports group said it had teamed up with Colombo Dockyard floating repai...",negative,-0.919956207
"Schools to re-open for Grades 11, 12 and 13 on July 27, the rest on August 10 – Education Minister",7/18/2020,Education,Sri Lanka’s schools will stay closed for another week although the Health Authorities are convinced that there is no c...,"Schools to re-open for Grades 11, 12 and 13 on July 27, the rest on August 10 – Education Minister Sri Lanka’s schools will stay closed for another week although the Health Authorities are convinced that there is no c...",negative,-0.990757048
Kandakadu COVID 19 toll rises to 550 with another child from Rajangana infected,7/18/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s latest cluster of COVID 19 cases from the Kandakadu drug Rehabilitation and Treatment centre has risen to ...,Kandakadu COVID 19 toll rises to 550 with another child from Rajangana infected Sri Lanka’s latest cluster of COVID 19 cases from the Kandakadu drug Rehabilitation and Treatment centre has risen to ...,negative,-0.984161496
"Sri Lanka exports rebound in June 2020 as Covid-19 controlled, PPE $100mn",7/18/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's exports in June 2019 was down 26 percent from a year earlier to 906.02 million US dollar but extended a stee...,"Sri Lanka exports rebound in June 2020 as Covid-19 controlled, PPE $100mn Sri Lanka's exports in June 2019 was down 26 percent from a year earlier to 906.02 million US dollar but extended a stee...",positive,0.565047503
Sri Lankan man accused of killing wife in Canada gets his trial dismissed due to court delays,7/18/2020,Courts,"A Sri Lankan man accused of murdering his 21-year old wife in 2012 in Montreal, Canada, has had his murder trial dismiss...","Sri Lankan man accused of killing wife in Canada gets his trial dismissed due to court delays A Sri Lankan man accused of murdering his 21-year old wife in 2012 in Montreal, Canada, has had his murder trial dismiss...",negative,-0.999027848
"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields unchanged",7/17/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 185.75/80 to US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields remained unchanged ...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 185.75/80 to US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields remained unchanged ...",negative,-0.999356329
Sri Lanka's SAGT joins global blockchain freight platform,7/17/2020,Logistics,"Sri Lanka's South Asia Gateway Terminals had joined Tradelens, a global blockchain driven information sharing platform d...","Sri Lanka's SAGT joins global blockchain freight platform Sri Lanka's South Asia Gateway Terminals had joined Tradelens, a global blockchain driven information sharing platform d...",negative,-0.975212038
Sri Lanka's public health inspectors withdraw from pandemic work,7/17/2020,Health,The Public Health Inspectors’ (PHI) Union announced their withdrawal from COVID-19 related activities from today.,Sri Lanka's public health inspectors withdraw from pandemic work The Public Health Inspectors’ (PHI) Union announced their withdrawal from COVID-19 related activities from today.,negative,-0.99768436
Women & Media Collective makes post-lockdown policy recommendations for marginalised communities,7/17/2020,Health,The Women and Media Collective have made short and long term policy recommendations to the government for post COVID-19 ...,Women & Media Collective makes post-lockdown policy recommendations for marginalised communities The Women and Media Collective have made short and long term policy recommendations to the government for post COVID-19 ...,negative,-0.927221715
CID to take over the investigation into the Police shooting case in Angulana,7/17/2020,Human Rights,Police Have arrested 14 people who staged a protest outside the Angulana Police station yesterday July 16 and allegedly ...,CID to take over the investigation into the Police shooting case in Angulana Police Have arrested 14 people who staged a protest outside the Angulana Police station yesterday July 16 and allegedly ...,negative,-0.957973719
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks gain",7/17/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 185.75/82 to US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields were flat and sto...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks gain Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 185.75/82 to US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields were flat and sto...",negative,-0.998899579
Sri Lanka health professionals to get quick visas to work in the UK,7/17/2020,Business,The United Kingdom will launch and 'Health and Care Visa' for Sri Lanka health workers and their families to get fast-tr...,Sri Lanka health professionals to get quick visas to work in the UK The United Kingdom will launch and 'Health and Care Visa' for Sri Lanka health workers and their families to get fast-tr...,positive,0.973066509
Sri Lanka deal on partial Coronavirus wages with EFC to continue till September,7/17/2020,Legal,"An agreement with the Employees Federation of Ceylon and authorities for its members to pay 14,500 rupees or 50 percent ...","Sri Lanka deal on partial Coronavirus wages with EFC to continue till September An agreement with the Employees Federation of Ceylon and authorities for its members to pay 14,500 rupees or 50 percent ...",negative,-0.986434817
Sri Lanka confirms 542 in new Coronavirus cluster as most contacts test negative,7/17/2020,Environment,Sri Lanka has confirmed 542 Covid-19 infections in a new Coronavirus cluster linked to a drug rehabilitation centre but ...,Sri Lanka confirms 542 in new Coronavirus cluster as most contacts test negative Sri Lanka has confirmed 542 Covid-19 infections in a new Coronavirus cluster linked to a drug rehabilitation centre but ...,negative,-0.962322116
WFP and Australia donate food packs to kids missing free midday meals due to school closures,7/17/2020,Education,Australia and the World Food Programme (WFP) have donated Rs74mn to fund take-home rations for children covered by the n...,WFP and Australia donate food packs to kids missing free midday meals due to school closures Australia and the World Food Programme (WFP) have donated Rs74mn to fund take-home rations for children covered by the n...,negative,-0.936126471
China leads Sri Lanka foreign loans as 2020 projects disrupted by Covid-19,7/17/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's foreign loan disbursements plunged 35 percent to 869.8 million US dollars up to April 2020 to 1,353.5 millio...","China leads Sri Lanka foreign loans as 2020 projects disrupted by Covid-19 Sri Lanka's foreign loan disbursements plunged 35 percent to 869.8 million US dollars up to April 2020 to 1,353.5 millio...",negative,-0.993508995
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields down",7/16/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 185.75/82 to US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields eased and sto...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields down Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 185.75/82 to US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields eased and sto...",negative,-0.985232115
President says huge propaganda campaign under way to create panic about Covid-19 - Bandula,7/16/2020,Health,The Navy COVID cluster which appeared from the Welisara Navy Camp is three times bigger than the current Kandakadu clust...,President says huge propaganda campaign under way to create panic about Covid-19 - Bandula The Navy COVID cluster which appeared from the Welisara Navy Camp is three times bigger than the current Kandakadu clust...,negative,-0.989067495
Sri Lanka monetary board vacancies full from June 29,7/16/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's central bank said all vacancies in its governing monetary board has been filled with effect from June 29, 20...","Sri Lanka monetary board vacancies full from June 29 Sri Lanka's central bank said all vacancies in its governing monetary board has been filled with effect from June 29, 20...",negative,-0.994583309
"Refrain from using children for election propaganda, Election Commission requests media",7/16/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka’s Election Commission has requested the media to refrain from printing or broadcasting election propaganda c...,"Refrain from using children for election propaganda, Election Commission requests media Sri Lanka’s Election Commission has requested the media to refrain from printing or broadcasting election propaganda c...",negative,-0.982771933
"CEB customers need to pay only what they paid in February for March, April and May - Cabinet",7/16/2020,Consumer Affairs,Electricity consumers facing huge bills after the COVID 19 lockdown are to be given further relief at a loss of Rs 3bn t...,"CEB customers need to pay only what they paid in February for March, April and May - Cabinet Electricity consumers facing huge bills after the COVID 19 lockdown are to be given further relief at a loss of Rs 3bn t...",negative,-0.999198854
"Sri Lanka to bar foreigners from construction, IT deals to boost locals in Covid-19 crisis: Minister",7/16/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka plans to stop foreign firms from competing state construction projects and supplies to government agencies inc...,"Sri Lanka to bar foreigners from construction, IT deals to boost locals in Covid-19 crisis: Minister Sri Lanka plans to stop foreign firms from competing state construction projects and supplies to government agencies inc...",positive,0.958477855
Sri Lanka extends Coronavirus exchange controls till Jan 2021 after printing money,7/16/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank has extended exchange controls slapped as large volumes of money printing in March and April 20...,Sri Lanka extends Coronavirus exchange controls till Jan 2021 after printing money Sri Lanka's central bank has extended exchange controls slapped as large volumes of money printing in March and April 20...,negative,-0.977041304
Sri Lanka to spend Rs10.4 billion for paddy floor price,7/16/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka has allocated 10.4 billion rupees to help enforce a floor price for paddy harvested during the Yala minor cult...,Sri Lanka to spend Rs10.4 billion for paddy floor price Sri Lanka has allocated 10.4 billion rupees to help enforce a floor price for paddy harvested during the Yala minor cult...,negative,-0.992057502
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks gain ",7/16/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.80/90 to US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields eased and...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks gain  Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.80/90 to US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields eased and...",negative,-0.547697246
Two-year-old child of Kandakadu staff member among COVID 19 infected patients as cluster total hits ...,7/16/2020,Health,A two-year-old child of a staff member at the Kandakadu Drug Rehabilitation and Treatment Centre is among nine new COVID...,Two-year-old child of Kandakadu staff member among COVID 19 infected patients as cluster total hits ... A two-year-old child of a staff member at the Kandakadu Drug Rehabilitation and Treatment Centre is among nine new COVID...,negative,-0.99464649
Sri Lanka extends term of expropriation compensation committee,7/16/2020,Legal,Sri Lankas has extended the term of a committee that is expected to compensation to owners of private companies that wer...,Sri Lanka extends term of expropriation compensation committee Sri Lankas has extended the term of a committee that is expected to compensation to owners of private companies that wer...,negative,-0.636407077
Sri Lanka PMI rebounds strongly in June as Coronavirus controls relaxed,7/16/2020,Business, Sri Lanka's manufacturing and services Purchasing Manager's Index (PMI) has rebounded strongly for the second month in ...,Sri Lanka PMI rebounds strongly in June as Coronavirus controls relaxed  Sri Lanka's manufacturing and services Purchasing Manager's Index (PMI) has rebounded strongly for the second month in ...,positive,0.995459616
"Sri Lanka Airlines to lose Rs34bn  in 2020, loses Rs9bn in two months",7/16/2020,Aviation,State-run SriLankan Airlines (SLA) has lost 48.7 million US dollars (about 9 billion rupees) in April and May 2020 and i...,"Sri Lanka Airlines to lose Rs34bn  in 2020, loses Rs9bn in two months State-run SriLankan Airlines (SLA) has lost 48.7 million US dollars (about 9 billion rupees) in April and May 2020 and i...",negative,-0.999535799
Sri Lanka says Coronavirus cluster being controlled as most Kandakadu Covid-19 contacts test negativ...,7/16/2020,Environment,Coronavirus tests conducted on most contacts of Covid-19 infected staffers on leave from drug rehabilitation centres in ...,Sri Lanka says Coronavirus cluster being controlled as most Kandakadu Covid-19 contacts test negativ... Coronavirus tests conducted on most contacts of Covid-19 infected staffers on leave from drug rehabilitation centres in ...,negative,-0.995286703
"Sri Lanka Telecom to roll out 200,000 optical fibre links with Nokia tech",7/16/2020,ICT,"Sri Lanka telecom will boost its capacity for optical fibre to the home (FTTH) connections by 200,000 from the current 3...","Sri Lanka Telecom to roll out 200,000 optical fibre links with Nokia tech Sri Lanka telecom will boost its capacity for optical fibre to the home (FTTH) connections by 200,000 from the current 3...",positive,0.992741048
Deshapriya urges government to gazette health regulations to conduct a safe poll,7/15/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Chief Elections Commissioner is reiterating that the government issue regulations with regard to the Healt...,Deshapriya urges government to gazette health regulations to conduct a safe poll Sri Lanka’s Chief Elections Commissioner is reiterating that the government issue regulations with regard to the Healt...,negative,-0.991136789
Sri Lanka Docs urge government to act fast not pretend there is no Covid crisis,7/15/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s medical profession is being urged by its peers to act as if there is community transmission of the COVID 1...,Sri Lanka Docs urge government to act fast not pretend there is no Covid crisis Sri Lanka’s medical profession is being urged by its peers to act as if there is community transmission of the COVID 1...,negative,-0.739700854
"Sri Lanka rupee flat, gilt yields and stocks plunge",7/15/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 185.80/90 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields eased and stocks...,"Sri Lanka rupee flat, gilt yields and stocks plunge Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 185.80/90 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields eased and stocks...",negative,-0.998690903
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields plunge at auction after rate cut,7/15/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields plunged across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 12-month yield falling 41 basis ...,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields plunge at auction after rate cut Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields plunged across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 12-month yield falling 41 basis ...,negative,-0.997626007
Sri Lanka military eyes driving license production business,7/15/2020,Defence,Sri Lanka's military is planning to get into the business of producing driving licenses from next year amid a controvers...,Sri Lanka military eyes driving license production business Sri Lanka's military is planning to get into the business of producing driving licenses from next year amid a controvers...,negative,-0.994326532
"Sri Lanka once 'quarantined' cases suspected in Coronvirus flare-up, showing gap",7/15/2020,Environment,A well-known testing gap that exists in Sri Lanka compared to Vietnam may have led to the flare up of the island's lates...,"Sri Lanka once 'quarantined' cases suspected in Coronvirus flare-up, showing gap A well-known testing gap that exists in Sri Lanka compared to Vietnam may have led to the flare up of the island's lates...",negative,-0.993999004
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks down",7/15/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.75/85 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields were dow...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks down Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.75/85 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields were dow...",negative,-0.955639005
Sri Lanka COVID-19 regulations likely to be gazetted this week - officials,7/15/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s President says heads of government and private bodies will be held accountable for employees adhering to h...,Sri Lanka COVID-19 regulations likely to be gazetted this week - officials Sri Lanka’s President says heads of government and private bodies will be held accountable for employees adhering to h...,positive,0.739695132
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices drop 12-pct from peak,7/15/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's average  coconut prices fell 5.67 percent to 48,743 rupees for a 1000 nuts at an auction at the second aucti...","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices drop 12-pct from peak Sri Lanka's average  coconut prices fell 5.67 percent to 48,743 rupees for a 1000 nuts at an auction at the second aucti...",negative,-0.998247027
Sri Lanka to give same state guaranteed price for all types of paddy,7/15/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka will give the same guaranteed price of 50 rupees for all types of paddy, during the Yala 2020 minor cultivatio...","Sri Lanka to give same state guaranteed price for all types of paddy Sri Lanka will give the same guaranteed price of 50 rupees for all types of paddy, during the Yala 2020 minor cultivatio...",negative,-0.974156737
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board loses Rs20bn up to April 2020,7/15/2020,Energy,"Sri Lanka's state run Ceylon Electricity Board lost 20.8 billion rupees up to April 2020, on top of a 85.4 billion rupee...","Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board loses Rs20bn up to April 2020 Sri Lanka's state run Ceylon Electricity Board lost 20.8 billion rupees up to April 2020, on top of a 85.4 billion rupee...",negative,-0.999605596
"Sri Lanka rounds up more Covid-19 contacts as new Coronavirus cluster grows to 532, no curfews",7/15/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has confirmed 19 new Coronavirus cases by 2130 hours on July 14 taking the total to 2,665, and authorities mov...","Sri Lanka rounds up more Covid-19 contacts as new Coronavirus cluster grows to 532, no curfews Sri Lanka has confirmed 19 new Coronavirus cases by 2130 hours on July 14 taking the total to 2,665, and authorities mov...",negative,-0.992322147
"Changing behaviour through awareness, key to recovery from Covid-19",7/15/2020,Health,"After a long day in Colombo, I take an Uber home at 8.30 in the evening. A policeman stops the car at a checkpoint in fr...","Changing behaviour through awareness, key to recovery from Covid-19 After a long day in Colombo, I take an Uber home at 8.30 in the evening. A policeman stops the car at a checkpoint in fr...",negative,-0.958794713
Sri Lanka officials try to calm the public as rumours of a COVID-19 wave spread,7/14/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Health Authorities are trying the douse the flames of anxiety being spread by reports of the detections of...,Sri Lanka officials try to calm the public as rumours of a COVID-19 wave spread Sri Lanka’s Health Authorities are trying the douse the flames of anxiety being spread by reports of the detections of...,negative,-0.998126209
"Sri Lanka rupee ends marginally stronger, gilt yields remain unchanged",7/14/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed marginally stronger at 185.80/95 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields rem...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends marginally stronger, gilt yields remain unchanged Sri Lanka rupee closed marginally stronger at 185.80/95 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields rem...",negative,-0.94648087
Mobitel HQ closed down temporarily due to visit by possible COVID-19 contact,7/14/2020,Health,The Mobitel head office on W.A.D. Ramanayake Mawatha has been temporarily closed down to disinfect the premises because ...,Mobitel HQ closed down temporarily due to visit by possible COVID-19 contact The Mobitel head office on W.A.D. Ramanayake Mawatha has been temporarily closed down to disinfect the premises because ...,negative,-0.999235749
The call to postpone elections is heard again as public concern over COVID 19 rises,7/14/2020,Health,A government formed out of a parliament with a fresh mandate from the people will have the legitimacy and be adequately ...,The call to postpone elections is heard again as public concern over COVID 19 rises A government formed out of a parliament with a fresh mandate from the people will have the legitimacy and be adequately ...,positive,0.931982934
"Former PM casts ""serious doubt"" over Sri Lanka's official COVID-19 figures",7/14/2020,Health,"Questioning the accuracy of Sri Lanka’s official COVID-19 figures, former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe cast dou...","Former PM casts ""serious doubt"" over Sri Lanka's official COVID-19 figures Questioning the accuracy of Sri Lanka’s official COVID-19 figures, former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe cast dou...",negative,-0.988608837
Sri Lanka private hospital hit by staffer testing positive for COVID 19,7/14/2020,Health,"Melsta, a private hospital in Ragama is confirming that a staff member has tested positive for COVID 19 and has been adm...","Sri Lanka private hospital hit by staffer testing positive for COVID 19 Melsta, a private hospital in Ragama is confirming that a staff member has tested positive for COVID 19 and has been adm...",negative,-0.99800843
Sri Lanka Government’s wrong decisions responsible for Coronavirus spreading again - Rajitha,7/14/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Opposition is heaping the blame on the government for the apparent second wave of COVID 19 cases saying wr...,Sri Lanka Government’s wrong decisions responsible for Coronavirus spreading again - Rajitha Sri Lanka’s Opposition is heaping the blame on the government for the apparent second wave of COVID 19 cases saying wr...,negative,-0.998924792
NDB's Dimantha Seneviratne discusses Covid-19’s impact on banking ,7/14/2020,Banking,"What promised to be a year of economic revival, 2020 brought the coronavirus pandemic. This is how the banking sector r...","NDB's Dimantha Seneviratne discusses Covid-19’s impact on banking  What promised to be a year of economic revival, 2020 brought the coronavirus pandemic. This is how the banking sector r...",positive,0.920261621
Sri Lanka issuing Treasury letters confirming state debts to contractors and suppliers,7/14/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka has begun issuing letters to government contractors and suppliers confirming that they are owed money by the s...,Sri Lanka issuing Treasury letters confirming state debts to contractors and suppliers Sri Lanka has begun issuing letters to government contractors and suppliers confirming that they are owed money by the s...,negative,-0.980662763
Police probing whether drug user who fell from 8th floor of the Negombo hospital was a suicide victi...,7/14/2020,Health,Police are investigating whether the prisoner who fell to his death from the 8th floor of the Negombo hospital committed...,Police probing whether drug user who fell from 8th floor of the Negombo hospital was a suicide victi... Police are investigating whether the prisoner who fell to his death from the 8th floor of the Negombo hospital committed...,negative,-0.990934789
"Sri Lanka rupee marginally stronger, stocks gain at open",7/14/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted marginally stronger at 185.80/85 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields...,"Sri Lanka rupee marginally stronger, stocks gain at open Sri Lanka rupee was quoted marginally stronger at 185.80/85 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields...",negative,-0.939132869
Sri Lanka embassy in Vietnam in push to knit apparel industries together,7/14/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's embassy in Ha Noi said it had started talks with Vietnam's apparel industry body in a bid to explore co-oper...,Sri Lanka embassy in Vietnam in push to knit apparel industries together Sri Lanka's embassy in Ha Noi said it had started talks with Vietnam's apparel industry body in a bid to explore co-oper...,negative,-0.979130685
HSBC Premier revamped to suit evolving affluent customer lifestyles,7/14/2020,Banking,"Global banking group HSBC, with offices across 64 countries and assets of 2.7 trillion US dollars has enhanced its inter...","HSBC Premier revamped to suit evolving affluent customer lifestyles Global banking group HSBC, with offices across 64 countries and assets of 2.7 trillion US dollars has enhanced its inter...",positive,0.999509573
Sri Lanka's CPC loses Rs45 billion to April 2020 amid soft-peg collapse,7/14/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation lost 45.1 billion rupees in the four months to April 2020, as the rup...","Sri Lanka's CPC loses Rs45 billion to April 2020 amid soft-peg collapse Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation lost 45.1 billion rupees in the four months to April 2020, as the rup...",negative,-0.999607503
"Sri Lanka allows US$15,000 to be kept in possession, deposit in SDA forex account",7/14/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has allowed up to 15,000 US dollars or equivalent to be kept in possession up from 10,000 dollars earlier and ...","Sri Lanka allows US$15,000 to be kept in possession, deposit in SDA forex account Sri Lanka has allowed up to 15,000 US dollars or equivalent to be kept in possession up from 10,000 dollars earlier and ...",negative,-0.963078558
"Sri Lanka urged to follow Covid-19 rules as new Coronavirus cluster tops 500, Rajangana areas locked",7/14/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has limited movement in three areas in Rajanganaya in Anuradhapura and is tracing and quarantining contacts an...,"Sri Lanka urged to follow Covid-19 rules as new Coronavirus cluster tops 500, Rajangana areas locked Sri Lanka has limited movement in three areas in Rajanganaya in Anuradhapura and is tracing and quarantining contacts an...",negative,-0.996835947
Sri Lanka COVID 19 cluster prevents postal voting in Rajangana,7/14/2020,Health,Three sections of the Rajanganaya area are in virtual lockdown and as a result postal Voting in the Medical Officer of H...,Sri Lanka COVID 19 cluster prevents postal voting in Rajangana Three sections of the Rajanganaya area are in virtual lockdown and as a result postal Voting in the Medical Officer of H...,negative,-0.998285592
"Sri Lanka imports collapse 44 percent in May, after lockdowns, Nixon's shock",7/14/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's imports have collapsed 44.3 percent to 994 million US dollars amid after Coronavirus lockdowns which hit con...,"Sri Lanka imports collapse 44 percent in May, after lockdowns, Nixon's shock Sri Lanka's imports have collapsed 44.3 percent to 994 million US dollars amid after Coronavirus lockdowns which hit con...",negative,-0.999180734
Sri Lanka's Combank to target financial products for women with IFC,7/14/2020,Banking,"Commercial Bank of Ceylon, Sri Lanka's largest private bank by assets, will offer financial products designed for women ...","Sri Lanka's Combank to target financial products for women with IFC Commercial Bank of Ceylon, Sri Lanka's largest private bank by assets, will offer financial products designed for women ...",positive,0.978730738
"Sri Lanka rupee ends slightly weaker, gilt yields unchanged",7/13/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed marginally weaker at 185.85/90 to US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields remain...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends slightly weaker, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee closed marginally weaker at 185.85/90 to US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields remain...",negative,-0.997559667
"Be mindful of stark reality, Sri Lanka requests UN special rapporteur",7/13/2020,Human Rights,Sri Lanka has requested the United Nations Special Rapporteur to be mindful of the “stark reality” of “looming sop...,"Be mindful of stark reality, Sri Lanka requests UN special rapporteur Sri Lanka has requested the United Nations Special Rapporteur to be mindful of the “stark reality” of “looming sop...",negative,-0.876574337
Sri Lanka’s governing party will not postpone elections despite the emergence of new COVID cluster...,7/13/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,Sri Lanka’s ruling party is pooh-poohing suggestions that the Parliamentary General elections slated for August 5 be p...,Sri Lanka’s governing party will not postpone elections despite the emergence of new COVID cluster... Sri Lanka’s ruling party is pooh-poohing suggestions that the Parliamentary General elections slated for August 5 be p...,positive,0.989905655
Sri Lanka suspends licenses of ETI Finance and Swarnamahal Financial Services,7/13/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's central bank said it has suspended the license of ETI Finance Ltd and Swarnamahal Financial Services Plc, wi...","Sri Lanka suspends licenses of ETI Finance and Swarnamahal Financial Services Sri Lanka's central bank said it has suspended the license of ETI Finance Ltd and Swarnamahal Financial Services Plc, wi...",negative,-0.999560416
Election guidelines not gazetted so that SLPP campaign can continue unhindered: AKD,7/13/2020,Politics,The government deliberately chose not to gazette the pandemic guidelines issued for the upcoming parliamentary polls as ...,Election guidelines not gazetted so that SLPP campaign can continue unhindered: AKD The government deliberately chose not to gazette the pandemic guidelines issued for the upcoming parliamentary polls as ...,negative,-0.998682439
Private Sector warned they must give paid leave for employees to vote at August 5 polls,7/13/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,The Elections Commission has issued a statement regarding the granting of leave for private-sector employees so that the...,Private Sector warned they must give paid leave for employees to vote at August 5 polls The Elections Commission has issued a statement regarding the granting of leave for private-sector employees so that the...,negative,-0.986199737
Sri Lanka's confirms 492 Coronavirus cases in new Covid-19 cluster,7/13/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has confirmed 492 Coronavirus cases in a Covid-19 cluster linked to a drug rehabilitation centre in Kandakadu ...,Sri Lanka's confirms 492 Coronavirus cases in new Covid-19 cluster Sri Lanka has confirmed 492 Coronavirus cases in a Covid-19 cluster linked to a drug rehabilitation centre in Kandakadu ...,negative,-0.564724207
"Sri Lanka rupee opens flat, stocks plunge",7/13/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 185.80/95 to US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields eased and stock...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens flat, stocks plunge Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 185.80/95 to US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields eased and stock...",negative,-0.999013305
Sajith wants polls postponed until the country is safe but will carry on campaigning,7/13/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,"Sri Lanka’s government is “playing politics with people’s lives,” former Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premada...","Sajith wants polls postponed until the country is safe but will carry on campaigning Sri Lanka’s government is “playing politics with people’s lives,” former Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premada...",positive,0.896186948
Sri Lanka delays opening airport for tourists after new Coronavirus cluster,7/13/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka has decided to delay the re-opening of it airports to foreigners a report said, after a new Coronavirus cluste...","Sri Lanka delays opening airport for tourists after new Coronavirus cluster Sri Lanka has decided to delay the re-opening of it airports to foreigners a report said, after a new Coronavirus cluste...",negative,-0.999054492
Sri Lanka central bank 'unprints' money,7/13/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's central bank has sold down its Treasury bills stock for the second week, taking its holdings of Treasury bil...","Sri Lanka central bank 'unprints' money Sri Lanka's central bank has sold down its Treasury bills stock for the second week, taking its holdings of Treasury bil...",negative,-0.999106467
Sri Lanka central bank controversy with President erupted without prior discussion: Governor,7/13/2020,Economy,A tongue lashing given by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa over a delay in the central bank giving loans with re-finance (pr...,Sri Lanka central bank controversy with President erupted without prior discussion: Governor A tongue lashing given by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa over a delay in the central bank giving loans with re-finance (pr...,negative,-0.997127473
COVID 19 – Schools closed for a week from tomorrow as COVID 19 spread fears rise,7/12/2020,Health,Sri Lankan authorities have ordered all schools and private tuition classes closed for a week from tomorrow as fears of ...,COVID 19 – Schools closed for a week from tomorrow as COVID 19 spread fears rise Sri Lankan authorities have ordered all schools and private tuition classes closed for a week from tomorrow as fears of ...,negative,-0.997917593
"Sri Lanka Podujana Party cancels some rallies as new Covid-19 total tops 2,600",7/12/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka Podujana Party of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had cancelled several election rallies over a new Coronavirus c...,"Sri Lanka Podujana Party cancels some rallies as new Covid-19 total tops 2,600 Sri Lanka Podujana Party of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had cancelled several election rallies over a new Coronavirus c...",negative,-0.999006927
Sri Lanka Rs3bn tech campus building deal goes to Maga-ICC,7/12/2020,Business,A contract to build Faculty of Computing and Technology at Sri Lanka's University of Kelaniya for three billion rupees h...,Sri Lanka Rs3bn tech campus building deal goes to Maga-ICC A contract to build Faculty of Computing and Technology at Sri Lanka's University of Kelaniya for three billion rupees h...,negative,-0.97923559
"Autogroup Sri Lanka re-exports right hand drive US cars to Australia, UK",7/12/2020,Business,.,"Autogroup Sri Lanka re-exports right hand drive US cars to Australia, UK .",negative,-0.996011972
Sri Lanka state fertilizer deals won by Swiss Singapore and Midgulf International,7/12/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's state owned enterprises engage in fertilizer distribution have awarded contracts for 75,000 metric tonnes of...","Sri Lanka state fertilizer deals won by Swiss Singapore and Midgulf International Sri Lanka's state owned enterprises engage in fertilizer distribution have awarded contracts for 75,000 metric tonnes of...",negative,-0.854815185
Sri Lanka’s newest COVID 19 cluster linked to another that erupted in April – Dr Anil Jasinghe,7/11/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s newest COVID 19 cluster that has produced more than 300 new cases is linked directly to a cluster that eme...,Sri Lanka’s newest COVID 19 cluster linked to another that erupted in April – Dr Anil Jasinghe Sri Lanka’s newest COVID 19 cluster that has produced more than 300 new cases is linked directly to a cluster that eme...,negative,-0.553332925
Director-General Information calls for investigation into the man-handling of media man by Inspector...,7/11/2020,Human Rights,The Director-General Information of the government Nalaka Kaluwewa has lodged a complaint to the Chief of Police against...,Director-General Information calls for investigation into the man-handling of media man by Inspector... The Director-General Information of the government Nalaka Kaluwewa has lodged a complaint to the Chief of Police against...,negative,-0.990125537
Sri Lanka low grown teas see pick up,7/11/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka tea prices pick up marginally in the second week of July, helped by stronger demand low grown grades, after a ...","Sri Lanka low grown teas see pick up Sri Lanka tea prices pick up marginally in the second week of July, helped by stronger demand low grown grades, after a ...",negative,-0.984053552
Government wants to change the Constitution so that American citizens can sit in Parliament - Marikk...,7/11/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,Samagi Jana Balavegaya candidate S.M. Marikkar says the government wants to change the Constitution so that people like ...,Government wants to change the Constitution so that American citizens can sit in Parliament - Marikk... Samagi Jana Balavegaya candidate S.M. Marikkar says the government wants to change the Constitution so that people like ...,negative,-0.991201878
Sri Lanka attracts US$86mn deposits into Coronavirus accounts,7/11/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's special foreign exchange deposit accounts with an open call to resident and non-resident individuals as the ...,Sri Lanka attracts US$86mn deposits into Coronavirus accounts Sri Lanka's special foreign exchange deposit accounts with an open call to resident and non-resident individuals as the ...,negative,-0.678246379
Chief Elections Commissioner warns of “grave danger” of COVID 19 spread at crowded rallies,7/10/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Chief Elections Commissioner is warning that because people attending the political rallies are not follow...,Chief Elections Commissioner warns of “grave danger” of COVID 19 spread at crowded rallies Sri Lanka’s Chief Elections Commissioner is warning that because people attending the political rallies are not follow...,negative,-0.99879992
"Sri Lanka finds 300 Coronavirus cases as Kandakadu cluster expands, over 1000 to be tested",7/10/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has confirmed 296 new Coronavirus cases as authorities traded and tested inmates, staff and contacts of two dr...","Sri Lanka finds 300 Coronavirus cases as Kandakadu cluster expands, over 1000 to be tested Sri Lanka has confirmed 296 new Coronavirus cases as authorities traded and tested inmates, staff and contacts of two dr...",positive,0.610134125
MR vows to eradicate the drug menace and tame the underworld,7/10/2020,Law and Order,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is saying that immediate steps will be taken to eradicate the menace of the underworld ...,MR vows to eradicate the drug menace and tame the underworld Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is saying that immediate steps will be taken to eradicate the menace of the underworld ...,positive,0.996848524
"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields down",7/10/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 185.80/90 to US dollar in the spot market on Friday close while bond yields eased after t...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields down Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 185.80/90 to US dollar in the spot market on Friday close while bond yields eased after t...",negative,-0.999431551
Sri Lanka stocks close 2-pct down amid a new COVID cluster detected,7/10/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.92 percent at Friday's close amid a new cluster of coronavirus infections detected at a drug reh...,Sri Lanka stocks close 2-pct down amid a new COVID cluster detected Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.92 percent at Friday's close amid a new cluster of coronavirus infections detected at a drug reh...,negative,-0.999704182
"Govt officials scheming to reduce unit cost offered to rooftop solar power suppliers, industry reps ...",7/10/2020,Energy,A group of high-level government officials allegedly in cohorts with the “diesel and coal mafia” are planning to red...,"Govt officials scheming to reduce unit cost offered to rooftop solar power suppliers, industry reps ... A group of high-level government officials allegedly in cohorts with the “diesel and coal mafia” are planning to red...",negative,-0.998174787
"Sri Lanka rupee flat, stocks plunge at open",7/10/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 185.80/95 to US dollar in the spot market from Thursday’s close while bond yields e...,"Sri Lanka rupee flat, stocks plunge at open Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 185.80/95 to US dollar in the spot market from Thursday’s close while bond yields e...",negative,-0.999137104
Sri Lanka finds more than 200 COVID 19 patients at Kandakadu Rehabilitation Centre Cluster,7/10/2020,Health,Sri Lankan authorities have found 252 COVID 19 positive patients in a drug rehabilitation centre in the North Central Pr...,Sri Lanka finds more than 200 COVID 19 patients at Kandakadu Rehabilitation Centre Cluster Sri Lankan authorities have found 252 COVID 19 positive patients in a drug rehabilitation centre in the North Central Pr...,negative,-0.851170003
Sri Lanka central bank complied with govt directions as allowed by law: Deputy Governor,7/10/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's central bank had complied with government directions as permitted by available monetary law, central bank of...","Sri Lanka central bank complied with govt directions as allowed by law: Deputy Governor Sri Lanka's central bank had complied with government directions as permitted by available monetary law, central bank of...",positive,0.570262551
Sri Lanka may find more COVID 19 cases at virus struck rehabilitation centre – Army Chief,7/10/2020,Health,Sri Lankan authorities are doing their best to prevent an outbreak of COVID 19 in a drug rehabilitation centre from spre...,Sri Lanka may find more COVID 19 cases at virus struck rehabilitation centre – Army Chief Sri Lankan authorities are doing their best to prevent an outbreak of COVID 19 in a drug rehabilitation centre from spre...,negative,-0.995834589
Sri Lanka debt relief: borrowers need not pay interest at once: Central Bank,7/10/2020,Banking,"Borrowers who had got a moratorium from banks and leasing companies can demand when the interest is charged, Deputy Cent...","Sri Lanka debt relief: borrowers need not pay interest at once: Central Bank Borrowers who had got a moratorium from banks and leasing companies can demand when the interest is charged, Deputy Cent...",negative,-0.989974201
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields fall",7/9/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed marginally weaker at 185.80/95 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields eas...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields fall Sri Lanka rupee closed marginally weaker at 185.80/95 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields eas...",negative,-0.998304725
Sri Lanka to call for international bids to buy four used helicopters for the SLAF,7/9/2020,Security,Sri Lanka will call for international bids to buy four used helicopters for the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) to train pilo...,Sri Lanka to call for international bids to buy four used helicopters for the SLAF Sri Lanka will call for international bids to buy four used helicopters for the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) to train pilo...,negative,-0.991832376
"Protect 19th amendment, civil society activists urge voters",7/9/2020,Politics,A civil society collective yesterday called for an electoral defeat of attempts by Sri Lanka’s ruling party to repeal ...,"Protect 19th amendment, civil society activists urge voters A civil society collective yesterday called for an electoral defeat of attempts by Sri Lanka’s ruling party to repeal ...",negative,-0.971421242
New COVID 19 Cluster may be emerging at the Kandakadu Rehabilitation Centre in Polonnaruwa,7/9/2020,Health,Sri Lanka may be seeing the possibility of a new cluster of COVID 19 infected persons emerging after 56 inmates and staf...,New COVID 19 Cluster may be emerging at the Kandakadu Rehabilitation Centre in Polonnaruwa Sri Lanka may be seeing the possibility of a new cluster of COVID 19 infected persons emerging after 56 inmates and staf...,negative,-0.941024959
Sri Lanka forex reserves recover to US$6.7bn in June: Central Bank,7/9/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's forex reserves have recovered to 6.7 billion US dollars in June from 6.49 billion US dollars in May helped w...,Sri Lanka forex reserves recover to US$6.7bn in June: Central Bank Sri Lanka's forex reserves have recovered to 6.7 billion US dollars in June from 6.49 billion US dollars in May helped w...,negative,-0.930977166
Elections Commission wants election posters removed from private buses and Tuk-tuks,7/9/2020,Legal,The Elections Commission (EC) is warning candidates not to display their posters or photographs on privately owned vehic...,Elections Commission wants election posters removed from private buses and Tuk-tuks The Elections Commission (EC) is warning candidates not to display their posters or photographs on privately owned vehic...,negative,-0.99928683
Customs to destroy all confiscated illegally imported Tobacco Leaves – Cabinet Spokesman,7/9/2020,Corruption,Customs will destroy stocks of illegally imported tobacco leaves which are confiscated the Cabinet has decided Co-Cabine...,Customs to destroy all confiscated illegally imported Tobacco Leaves – Cabinet Spokesman Customs will destroy stocks of illegally imported tobacco leaves which are confiscated the Cabinet has decided Co-Cabine...,negative,-0.998387933
"Sri Lanka GDP to contract in 2Q 2020, but recover in second half: CB",7/9/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka is expecting a contraction of gross domestic product in the second half of 2020 and a 1.5 percent GDP growth f...,"Sri Lanka GDP to contract in 2Q 2020, but recover in second half: CB Sri Lanka is expecting a contraction of gross domestic product in the second half of 2020 and a 1.5 percent GDP growth f...",negative,-0.98056066
More relief for electricity consumers struggling to pay inflated bills caused by the COVID lockdown,7/9/2020,Consumer Affairs,The Cabinet of Ministers at their weekly meeting today considered a number of concessions for consumers proposed by Powe...,More relief for electricity consumers struggling to pay inflated bills caused by the COVID lockdown The Cabinet of Ministers at their weekly meeting today considered a number of concessions for consumers proposed by Powe...,negative,-0.990713835
"Sri Lanka rupee stronger, stocks gain at open",7/9/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.75/85 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields and stoc...,"Sri Lanka rupee stronger, stocks gain at open Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.75/85 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields and stoc...",negative,-0.837502122
Sri Lanka slashes policy rates 100bp amid Coronavirus slowdown,7/9/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has slashed policy rate 100 basis points bringing the rate at which money is injected to the banking system at...,Sri Lanka slashes policy rates 100bp amid Coronavirus slowdown Sri Lanka has slashed policy rate 100 basis points bringing the rate at which money is injected to the banking system at...,negative,-0.996288776
Sri Lanka strong export recovery in June to US$950mn: Basil,7/9/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka exports has rebounded to 950 million US dollars in June after falling to 250 million US dollars in April 2020,...","Sri Lanka strong export recovery in June to US$950mn: Basil Sri Lanka exports has rebounded to 950 million US dollars in June after falling to 250 million US dollars in April 2020,...",positive,0.994728863
Sri Lanka eyes more regulations for legal leasing after illegal money lending activity,7/9/2020,Banking, A committee that examined Sri Lanka's regulated leasing industry and money lenders who use similar have recommended mor...,Sri Lanka eyes more regulations for legal leasing after illegal money lending activity  A committee that examined Sri Lanka's regulated leasing industry and money lenders who use similar have recommended mor...,negative,-0.974245012
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields drop,7/8/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields eased on longer maturities with the 12-month yield dropping 12 basis points to 5.32 percen...,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields drop Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields eased on longer maturities with the 12-month yield dropping 12 basis points to 5.32 percen...,negative,-0.991883993
How a Prison inmate became infected with COVID 19 is still a mystery - officials,7/8/2020,Health,Officials are still trying to figure out how an inmate at the Kandakadu Rehabilitation Centre for addicts was infected w...,How a Prison inmate became infected with COVID 19 is still a mystery - officials Officials are still trying to figure out how an inmate at the Kandakadu Rehabilitation Centre for addicts was infected w...,negative,-0.997243047
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firm, gilt yields down",7/8/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 185.75/85 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields and stocks f...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firm, gilt yields down Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 185.75/85 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields and stocks f...",negative,-0.989422619
“If President Rajapaksa signs the MCC agreement he will commit political suicide” – Federation...,7/8/2020,International Relations,A Nationalist organisation is saying that if President Gotabaya Rajapaksa signs the controversial Millennium Challenge C...,“If President Rajapaksa signs the MCC agreement he will commit political suicide” – Federation... A Nationalist organisation is saying that if President Gotabaya Rajapaksa signs the controversial Millennium Challenge C...,negative,-0.993005574
Sri Lanka and Maldives have eradicated rubella and measles: WHO,7/8/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka and the Maldives have eradicated measles and rubella, the World Health Organization said, becoming the first t...","Sri Lanka and Maldives have eradicated rubella and measles: WHO Sri Lanka and the Maldives have eradicated measles and rubella, the World Health Organization said, becoming the first t...",positive,0.994919479
Basil asks voters to give the SLPP a two-thirds majority in Parliament,7/8/2020,Human Rights,Basil Rajapaksa is asking Sri Lankans to give the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) a two-thirds majority in the new Pa...,Basil asks voters to give the SLPP a two-thirds majority in Parliament Basil Rajapaksa is asking Sri Lankans to give the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) a two-thirds majority in the new Pa...,negative,-0.783948302
Japan gives Sri Lanka Rs1.3bn of advanced medical equipment for Coronavirus battle,7/8/2020,Economy,"Japan is giving a grant of 800 million yen (1,360 million rupees) of high tech medical equipment to Sri Lanka's health s...","Japan gives Sri Lanka Rs1.3bn of advanced medical equipment for Coronavirus battle Japan is giving a grant of 800 million yen (1,360 million rupees) of high tech medical equipment to Sri Lanka's health s...",negative,-0.913727045
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks gain",7/8/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.80/95 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields were sta...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks gain Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.80/95 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields were sta...",negative,-0.868362725
Sri Lanka coconut auction price drops 6-pct,7/8/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka’s average coconut prices dropped 6.07 percent to 51,674 rupees for 1000 nuts at an auction on July 02, falli...","Sri Lanka coconut auction price drops 6-pct Sri Lanka’s average coconut prices dropped 6.07 percent to 51,674 rupees for 1000 nuts at an auction on July 02, falli...",negative,-0.998485267
Sri Lanka says strong interest in US$500mn term loan,7/8/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has seen a strong interest from investment banks for proposals to raise 500 million US dollars through a term ...,Sri Lanka says strong interest in US$500mn term loan Sri Lanka has seen a strong interest from investment banks for proposals to raise 500 million US dollars through a term ...,positive,0.962193727
"Sri Lanka, Swedish firms asked to develop blockchain based KYC",7/8/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank said it had chosen three parties which includes domestic and Swedish tech companies to develop ...,"Sri Lanka, Swedish firms asked to develop blockchain based KYC Sri Lanka's central bank said it had chosen three parties which includes domestic and Swedish tech companies to develop ...",negative,-0.983872235
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields steady",7/7/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 185.85/95 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields were stable and ...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields steady Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 185.85/95 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields were stable and ...",negative,-0.991636455
Sri Lanka eases Coronavirus austerity on wedding parties,7/7/2020,Business,Sri Lanka has relaxed guest limits on wedding parties allowing couples to have more lavish wedding and hotels to earn mo...,Sri Lanka eases Coronavirus austerity on wedding parties Sri Lanka has relaxed guest limits on wedding parties allowing couples to have more lavish wedding and hotels to earn mo...,positive,0.984423459
Faulty PCR reports issued by external research labs could jeopardise COVID-19 containment: CMLS-SL,7/7/2020,Health,Faulty PCR test reports issued by external research laboratories that don't come under the purview of the Ministry of He...,Faulty PCR reports issued by external research labs could jeopardise COVID-19 containment: CMLS-SL Faulty PCR test reports issued by external research laboratories that don't come under the purview of the Ministry of He...,negative,-0.999379635
Bandula reassures Senior Citizens that their interest rates will not fall as special Seniors' deposi...,7/7/2020,Consumer Affairs,"The government has not done any changes to the interest rates in senior citizen’s accounts, Minister Bandula Gunawarde...","Bandula reassures Senior Citizens that their interest rates will not fall as special Seniors' deposi... The government has not done any changes to the interest rates in senior citizen’s accounts, Minister Bandula Gunawarde...",negative,-0.580541551
"Government’s debts have ballooned by Rs. 1,000 bn in first four months of the year - Harsha",7/7/2020,Economy,Former MP Harsha de Silva is saying that the government’s debt had increased by Rs 1000 bn within the first four month...,"Government’s debts have ballooned by Rs. 1,000 bn in first four months of the year - Harsha Former MP Harsha de Silva is saying that the government’s debt had increased by Rs 1000 bn within the first four month...",negative,-0.980185986
Sri Lanka COVID19: Welikada Prison hospital inmates test negative as officials scramble to trace inf...,7/7/2020,Courts,"Tests for COVID 19 on 170 inmates of the Welikada Prison hospital have returned negative, officials said today. The test...","Sri Lanka COVID19: Welikada Prison hospital inmates test negative as officials scramble to trace inf... Tests for COVID 19 on 170 inmates of the Welikada Prison hospital have returned negative, officials said today. The test...",negative,-0.998987496
"Sri Lanka rupee stronger, stocks gain at open",7/7/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee opened firmer at 185.75/90 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields were stable and ...,"Sri Lanka rupee stronger, stocks gain at open Sri Lanka rupee opened firmer at 185.75/90 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields were stable and ...",negative,-0.870600879
Government doctors threaten to strike if demands are not met by July 16,7/7/2020,Corruption,The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) is warning that unless the government moves swiftly to clear burea...,Government doctors threaten to strike if demands are not met by July 16 The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) is warning that unless the government moves swiftly to clear burea...,negative,-0.998685896
Sri Lanka scrambles counter Coronavirus measures after prison inmate tests positive,7/7/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is scrambling to deploy containment action in a remand prison in the capital Colombo after a recently transfer...,Sri Lanka scrambles counter Coronavirus measures after prison inmate tests positive Sri Lanka is scrambling to deploy containment action in a remand prison in the capital Colombo after a recently transfer...,negative,-0.994053185
Sri Lanka withdraws some excess liquidity,7/7/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's central bank has reduced some of the excess liquidity in money markets that helped trigger a currency fall, ...","Sri Lanka withdraws some excess liquidity Sri Lanka's central bank has reduced some of the excess liquidity in money markets that helped trigger a currency fall, ...",negative,-0.999035001
"Sri Lanka says making progress with IMF program, budget support",7/7/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka is making progress with a program with the International Monetary Fund with other lenders also joining in with...,"Sri Lanka says making progress with IMF program, budget support Sri Lanka is making progress with a program with the International Monetary Fund with other lenders also joining in with...",positive,0.997779548
Sri Lanka Parliamentary Elections : Candidates from the same party fight each other,7/6/2020,Human Rights,Sri Lanka’s electoral system and its method of choosing the final winning candidates through the preferential system l...,Sri Lanka Parliamentary Elections : Candidates from the same party fight each other Sri Lanka’s electoral system and its method of choosing the final winning candidates through the preferential system l...,negative,-0.994958222
Sri Lanka seeking billion dollar repo from New York Fed,7/6/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is seeking a billion US dollar repo from the New York Federal Reserve to boost dollar liquidity, Treasury Secr...","Sri Lanka seeking billion dollar repo from New York Fed Sri Lanka is seeking a billion US dollar repo from the New York Federal Reserve to boost dollar liquidity, Treasury Secr...",negative,-0.991003156
"Sri Lanka rupee closes firmer, bond yields gain",7/6/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 185.80/90 to US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields and stocks gained...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes firmer, bond yields gain Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 185.80/90 to US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields and stocks gained...",negative,-0.983028173
Dart Global to set up e-commerce capable Sri Lanka logistics centre,7/6/2020,Logistics,"Dart Global Express, a multinational logistics company operatig out of Sri Lanka is building a 3 million US dollar centr...","Dart Global to set up e-commerce capable Sri Lanka logistics centre Dart Global Express, a multinational logistics company operatig out of Sri Lanka is building a 3 million US dollar centr...",positive,0.827748537
Government breaking the COVID rules at election meetings - SJB,7/6/2020,Health,The Samagi Jana Balavegaya is complaining that the governing Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna is not abiding by the COVID pre...,Government breaking the COVID rules at election meetings - SJB The Samagi Jana Balavegaya is complaining that the governing Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna is not abiding by the COVID pre...,negative,-0.995803535
Sri Lanka's state universities to re-open subject to 11 conditions,7/6/2020,Education,"Sri Lanka’s state universities will recommence their academic activities starting today, subject to 11 conditions, Uni...","Sri Lanka's state universities to re-open subject to 11 conditions Sri Lanka’s state universities will recommence their academic activities starting today, subject to 11 conditions, Uni...",positive,0.986209929
Farmers ask President to prevent artificial rice shortages,7/6/2020,Agriculture,On the campaign trail in Polonnaruwa President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has been asked by local farmers not to allow “interm...,Farmers ask President to prevent artificial rice shortages On the campaign trail in Polonnaruwa President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has been asked by local farmers not to allow “interm...,negative,-0.994492769
"Sri Lanka hotels see weekend trippers, delayed weddings as Covid-19 curfews  end",7/6/2020,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka hotels outside of Colombo has seen rising occupancy as curfews ended with the domestic spread of the disease c...,"Sri Lanka hotels see weekend trippers, delayed weddings as Covid-19 curfews  end Sri Lanka hotels outside of Colombo has seen rising occupancy as curfews ended with the domestic spread of the disease c...",negative,-0.958914936
"Sri Lanka tax revenues drop 26-pct by April 2020 budget, Rs200bn printed",7/6/2020,Economy, Sri Lanka's tax revenues dropped 26 percent to 408.5 billion rupees up to April 2020 and the finance ministry has halve...,"Sri Lanka tax revenues drop 26-pct by April 2020 budget, Rs200bn printed  Sri Lanka's tax revenues dropped 26 percent to 408.5 billion rupees up to April 2020 and the finance ministry has halve...",negative,-0.997469902
Sri Lanka sea marshal tests negative on later PCR tests,7/5/2020,Health,A sea marshal who tested positive for Coronavirus when he was in home quarantine in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo after re...,Sri Lanka sea marshal tests negative on later PCR tests A sea marshal who tested positive for Coronavirus when he was in home quarantine in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo after re...,negative,-0.995432854
Sri Lanka still on UK travel advisory despite Coronavirus control,7/5/2020,Business,Sri Lanka is not on a list of 67 countries that has been removed from a travel advisory issued for its nationals for tou...,Sri Lanka still on UK travel advisory despite Coronavirus control Sri Lanka is not on a list of 67 countries that has been removed from a travel advisory issued for its nationals for tou...,negative,-0.992089033
"Sri Lanka SME's using ICTs get double the profits, information gulf blocks wider use: LirneAsia",7/5/2020,ICT, Small and medium enterprises in Sri Lanka can grow their businesses and make more profits by connecting to the internet...,"Sri Lanka SME's using ICTs get double the profits, information gulf blocks wider use: LirneAsia  Small and medium enterprises in Sri Lanka can grow their businesses and make more profits by connecting to the internet...",negative,-0.983786166
Sri Lanka President instructs farmers to grow more grains after controlling imports,7/4/2020,Economy, Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had instructed farmers to grow more grains saying imports have been controlled...,Sri Lanka President instructs farmers to grow more grains after controlling imports  Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had instructed farmers to grow more grains saying imports have been controlled...,negative,-0.919137359
Sri Lanka central bank approves Rs53bn in re-financed Covid-19 credit,7/4/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's central bank has approved 58 billion rupees of subsidized credit from re-finance (printed money), for Corona...","Sri Lanka central bank approves Rs53bn in re-financed Covid-19 credit Sri Lanka's central bank has approved 58 billion rupees of subsidized credit from re-finance (printed money), for Corona...",negative,-0.854996026
"Sri Lanka President orders probe on crane purchases, Japan, India terminal deal",7/4/2020,Logistics,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had ordered a probe on cranes purchased by Colombo port which and container ter...,"Sri Lanka President orders probe on crane purchases, Japan, India terminal deal Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had ordered a probe on cranes purchased by Colombo port which and container ter...",negative,-0.979210317
Sri Lanka fixes cranes at terminal linked to India deal after protests,7/4/2020,Logistics,State-run Sri Lanka Ports Authority will fix three gantry cranes that had arrived from China at the East Container Termi...,Sri Lanka fixes cranes at terminal linked to India deal after protests State-run Sri Lanka Ports Authority will fix three gantry cranes that had arrived from China at the East Container Termi...,negative,-0.992959499
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields flat",7/3/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 185.80/90 to US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields remained unchange...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields flat Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 185.80/90 to US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields remained unchange...",negative,-0.998989522
No truth to Aluthgamage's Cricket World Cup Match-fixing allegation - Police,7/3/2020,Corruption,The probe into whether the 2011 Cricket World Cup final was fixed so that Sri Lanka would lose launched by the Special I...,No truth to Aluthgamage's Cricket World Cup Match-fixing allegation - Police The probe into whether the 2011 Cricket World Cup final was fixed so that Sri Lanka would lose launched by the Special I...,negative,-0.998722494
Do not recommend Sri Lanka signing MCC in its current state: review committee chair,7/3/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka must not sign the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) compact in its current state without major revisions ...,Do not recommend Sri Lanka signing MCC in its current state: review committee chair Sri Lanka must not sign the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) compact in its current state without major revisions ...,negative,-0.993358195
India' Mahindra and Mahindra backing helps Sri Lanka's Ideal Finance rating,7/3/2020,Banking,"itch Ratings said it was confirming a 'BB-(lka)' rating of Sri Lanka's Ideal Finance Limited, with a Rating Watch Positi...","India' Mahindra and Mahindra backing helps Sri Lanka's Ideal Finance rating itch Ratings said it was confirming a 'BB-(lka)' rating of Sri Lanka's Ideal Finance Limited, with a Rating Watch Positi...",positive,0.949305654
Sri Lanka's central bank denies new forex accounts can be used for money laundering,7/3/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank denied that new forex deposit accounts started after a Covid-19 crisis under a separate set of ...,Sri Lanka's central bank denies new forex accounts can be used for money laundering Sri Lanka's central bank denied that new forex deposit accounts started after a Covid-19 crisis under a separate set of ...,negative,-0.98393321
"Sri  Lanka rupee firmer, stocks fall at open",7/3/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer at 185.90/186.00 to US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields were flat and ...,"Sri  Lanka rupee firmer, stocks fall at open Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer at 185.90/186.00 to US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields were flat and ...",negative,-0.996602178
COVID 19: Twenty-nine families quarantined in Jinthupitiya in Colombo after returning Seaman tests p...,7/3/2020,Health,The Health Authorities are placing more than 150 people in the Jinthupitiya inner-city area of Colombo under quarantine ...,COVID 19: Twenty-nine families quarantined in Jinthupitiya in Colombo after returning Seaman tests p... The Health Authorities are placing more than 150 people in the Jinthupitiya inner-city area of Colombo under quarantine ...,negative,-0.979787469
Sri Lanka downgraded to World Bank lower middle income country as per capita income falls,7/3/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has been re-classified as a lower middle income country by the World Bank as per capita income dropped amid re...,Sri Lanka downgraded to World Bank lower middle income country as per capita income falls Sri Lanka has been re-classified as a lower middle income country by the World Bank as per capita income dropped amid re...,negative,-0.998803496
Sri Lanka returnee confirmed with Coronavirus in Colombo home quarantine,7/3/2020,Health," A Sri Lanka sea marshal, who was in home quarantine after completing a 14-days a quarantine centre upon returning to th...","Sri Lanka returnee confirmed with Coronavirus in Colombo home quarantine  A Sri Lanka sea marshal, who was in home quarantine after completing a 14-days a quarantine centre upon returning to th...",negative,-0.973331988
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields flat",7/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 186.05/15 to US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields were flat and s...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields flat Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 186.05/15 to US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields were flat and s...",negative,-0.999115527
NPP accuses Sri Lanka govt of planning to sell Colombo Port east terminal to Indian company,7/2/2020,Politics,The government of Sri Lanka is deliberately delaying the installation of three new gantry cranes at Colombo Port’s eas...,NPP accuses Sri Lanka govt of planning to sell Colombo Port east terminal to Indian company The government of Sri Lanka is deliberately delaying the installation of three new gantry cranes at Colombo Port’s eas...,negative,-0.999666929
Sri Lanka boots out foreign contractors building 76km Highway and hands over job to locals,7/2/2020,Economy,The Cabinet has decided to revoke all the agreements signed with foreign contractors relating to the construction of the...,Sri Lanka boots out foreign contractors building 76km Highway and hands over job to locals The Cabinet has decided to revoke all the agreements signed with foreign contractors relating to the construction of the...,negative,-0.919219017
"Government asks electricity consumers to pay their bills, relief measures will follow",7/2/2020,Consumer Affairs,The government is asking electricity consumers to pay their bills in full for now until a proper method for relief is fo...,"Government asks electricity consumers to pay their bills, relief measures will follow The government is asking electricity consumers to pay their bills in full for now until a proper method for relief is fo...",negative,-0.996581018
"Sri  Lanka rupee firmer, stocks fall at open",7/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted firmer at 186.05/15 to US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields were flat a...,"Sri  Lanka rupee firmer, stocks fall at open Sri Lanka rupee was quoted firmer at 186.05/15 to US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields were flat a...",negative,-0.998270512
Theatres to open with prescribed social distancing regulations on July 15,7/2/2020,Culture,"Sri Lanka is to open up theatres for stage dramas and other concerts for on July 15, the health ministry said in a press...","Theatres to open with prescribed social distancing regulations on July 15 Sri Lanka is to open up theatres for stage dramas and other concerts for on July 15, the health ministry said in a press...",positive,0.9688375
Sri Lanka’s President Gotabaya distancing himself from his party candidates at the Parliamentary p...,7/2/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa does not want candidates of the Sri Lanka Nidahas Podujana Peramuna (SLNPP) for the August ...,Sri Lanka’s President Gotabaya distancing himself from his party candidates at the Parliamentary p... President Gotabaya Rajapaksa does not want candidates of the Sri Lanka Nidahas Podujana Peramuna (SLNPP) for the August ...,negative,-0.996024251
Sri Lanka starts new payments services as online banking soars in Covid-19 lockdowns,7/2/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka is starting a easy-to-use mobile cash transfer and an automatic bill payment facility as internet banking use ...,Sri Lanka starts new payments services as online banking soars in Covid-19 lockdowns Sri Lanka is starting a easy-to-use mobile cash transfer and an automatic bill payment facility as internet banking use ...,negative,-0.973450899
"Sri Lanka rupee closes firmer, gilt yields ease",7/1/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was closed firmer at 186.15/25 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields eased and ...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes firmer, gilt yields ease Sri Lanka rupee was closed firmer at 186.15/25 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields eased and ...",negative,-0.968203843
"Sri Lanka's Hambantota port development joined by Fujian, China firm",7/1/2020,Logistics,China's CMPorts said a Fujian-based logistics group will take an indirect stake to join the development of Hambantota po...,"Sri Lanka's Hambantota port development joined by Fujian, China firm China's CMPorts said a Fujian-based logistics group will take an indirect stake to join the development of Hambantota po...",negative,-0.934238851
Magistrate orders police probe into how in-camera evidence by children was reported by media,7/1/2020,Courts,The Fort Magistrate has ordered an investigation as to how evidence given to him in-camera by two children last week mad...,Magistrate orders police probe into how in-camera evidence by children was reported by media The Fort Magistrate has ordered an investigation as to how evidence given to him in-camera by two children last week mad...,negative,-0.998069942
SLPP cannot tear up the MCC deal as it is already signed - former MP Chanaka,7/1/2020,Economy,The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna is saying that that it is not easy to rip apart the Millennium Challenge Compact agreeme...,SLPP cannot tear up the MCC deal as it is already signed - former MP Chanaka The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna is saying that that it is not easy to rip apart the Millennium Challenge Compact agreeme...,positive,0.809448779
Sri Lanka needs to rethink how it should train and manage migrant workers – Foreign Secretary,7/1/2020,Economy,The COVID 19 induced crisis in migrant labour should prompt a re-think in how Sri Lanka should train and manage its over...,Sri Lanka needs to rethink how it should train and manage migrant workers – Foreign Secretary The COVID 19 induced crisis in migrant labour should prompt a re-think in how Sri Lanka should train and manage its over...,negative,-0.996115088
Sri Lanka relaxes listing rules to allow start-ups to raise capital,7/1/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission said it had approved changing listing rules to allow start ups and small ...,Sri Lanka relaxes listing rules to allow start-ups to raise capital Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission said it had approved changing listing rules to allow start ups and small ...,positive,0.723432302
Sri Lanka tech campus drives online exams in Covid-19 lockdown,7/1/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, a fee levying tech campus said nearly 10,000 students sat for exams onlin...","Sri Lanka tech campus drives online exams in Covid-19 lockdown Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, a fee levying tech campus said nearly 10,000 students sat for exams onlin...",negative,-0.99440974
"Sri Lanka rupee flat, stocks gain at open",7/1/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 186.20/30 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday from yesterday’s close bond ...,"Sri Lanka rupee flat, stocks gain at open Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 186.20/30 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday from yesterday’s close bond ...",negative,-0.999386191
Bar Association deafeningly silent on lawyer intimidation: Ruki Fernando,7/1/2020,Human Rights,The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has been deafeningly silent on the alleged intimidation and harassment faced by ...,Bar Association deafeningly silent on lawyer intimidation: Ruki Fernando The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has been deafeningly silent on the alleged intimidation and harassment faced by ...,negative,-0.983480752
COVID-19 a strategic window of opportunity for Sri Lanka: Prof Nalin Abeysekera,7/1/2020,Economy,Prof Nalin Abeysekera (Professor in Management Studies) at the Open University of Sri Lanka believes COVID-19 is a strat...,COVID-19 a strategic window of opportunity for Sri Lanka: Prof Nalin Abeysekera Prof Nalin Abeysekera (Professor in Management Studies) at the Open University of Sri Lanka believes COVID-19 is a strat...,negative,-0.652268231
Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank to raise Rs10bn from share sale to IFC,7/1/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank of Ceylon said it wants to raise 10 billion rupees in capital from the sale of up to 125 mil...,Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank to raise Rs10bn from share sale to IFC Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank of Ceylon said it wants to raise 10 billion rupees in capital from the sale of up to 125 mil...,negative,-0.960342944
Sri Lanka import controls extended indefinitely amid money printing,7/1/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has indefinitely extended sweeping import controls and license regime introduced for three months from May 22 ...,Sri Lanka import controls extended indefinitely amid money printing Sri Lanka has indefinitely extended sweeping import controls and license regime introduced for three months from May 22 ...,negative,-0.967606127
Sri Lanka inflation in June 2020 at to 3.9-pct,7/1/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's consumer price inflation in the 12-months to June 2020 eased to 3.9 percent from 4.0 percent in May, though ...","Sri Lanka inflation in June 2020 at to 3.9-pct Sri Lanka's consumer price inflation in the 12-months to June 2020 eased to 3.9 percent from 4.0 percent in May, though ...",negative,-0.988762796
Mahindananda's comments could be attempt to rob Sanga of ICC chairmanship: Ajith,6/30/2020,Politics,Attempts may be under way to prevent Sri Lanka Cricket captain Kumar Sangakkara from being appointed the next chairman o...,Mahindananda's comments could be attempt to rob Sanga of ICC chairmanship: Ajith Attempts may be under way to prevent Sri Lanka Cricket captain Kumar Sangakkara from being appointed the next chairman o...,negative,-0.996218383
GMOA calls for increased testing to confirm that there is no community transmission of COVID 19,6/30/2020,Health,The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) is calling on the government to increase random testing for COVID 19 ...,GMOA calls for increased testing to confirm that there is no community transmission of COVID 19 The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) is calling on the government to increase random testing for COVID 19 ...,negative,-0.997680306
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker, foreign selling continues in stocks",6/30/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 186.20/30 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while some bond yields edged up an...,"Sri Lanka rupee weaker, foreign selling continues in stocks Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 186.20/30 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while some bond yields edged up an...",negative,-0.996765971
"Sri Lanka debt relief, US$400 swap line from India still under discussion",6/30/2020,Economy,Discussions still ongoing with Sri Lanka over a request 400 million US dollar swap line for the central bank and debt re...,"Sri Lanka debt relief, US$400 swap line from India still under discussion Discussions still ongoing with Sri Lanka over a request 400 million US dollar swap line for the central bank and debt re...",negative,-0.972100258
Pompeo and Dinesh talk about Millennium Challenge Compact deal - Ministry,6/30/2020,Health,US Secretary of State Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Foreign Relations Minister Dinesh Gunawardena have discussed th...,Pompeo and Dinesh talk about Millennium Challenge Compact deal - Ministry US Secretary of State Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Foreign Relations Minister Dinesh Gunawardena have discussed th...,positive,0.991306841
Don't be distracted by minor issues; help defeat foreign conspiracies: Sri Lanka PM,6/30/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has urged the electorate to not be distracted by “politically unimportant...,Don't be distracted by minor issues; help defeat foreign conspiracies: Sri Lanka PM Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has urged the electorate to not be distracted by “politically unimportant...,positive,0.997922599
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker, stocks higher at open",6/30/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 186.17/22 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields were flat an...,"Sri Lanka rupee weaker, stocks higher at open Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 186.17/22 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields were flat an...",negative,-0.999373853
Sri Lanka day-care centres to run full capacity with Covid-19 contained,6/30/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's health authorities have given the go ahead to for day care centres to run at full capacity from July 06, und...","Sri Lanka day-care centres to run full capacity with Covid-19 contained Sri Lanka's health authorities have given the go ahead to for day care centres to run at full capacity from July 06, und...",positive,0.955488384
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices take a breather after run,6/30/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka’s average coconut prices eased 0.54 percent to 55,017 rupees for a 1000 nuts at an auction on June 25, after...","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices take a breather after run Sri Lanka’s average coconut prices eased 0.54 percent to 55,017 rupees for a 1000 nuts at an auction on June 25, after...",negative,-0.928837061
Sri Lanka hosts UNWTO Asia tourism on Covid-19 recovery strategies,6/30/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka is hosting a United Nations World Tourism Organization meeting online, on June 30 and July 01, the tourism pro...","Sri Lanka hosts UNWTO Asia tourism on Covid-19 recovery strategies Sri Lanka is hosting a United Nations World Tourism Organization meeting online, on June 30 and July 01, the tourism pro...",positive,0.927526772
Sri Lanka President calls for joint committee to monitor failed finance companies,6/30/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had called for a four way joint committee to monitor the resolution of failed f...,Sri Lanka President calls for joint committee to monitor failed finance companies Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had called for a four way joint committee to monitor the resolution of failed f...,negative,-0.997849464
Sri Lanka sells 2-year bonds below policy rate after money printing,6/30/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka had sold 35 billion rupees of 2-year, 5- month bonds at 5.86 percent below the 6.5 percent policy rate, data f...","Sri Lanka sells 2-year bonds below policy rate after money printing Sri Lanka had sold 35 billion rupees of 2-year, 5- month bonds at 5.86 percent below the 6.5 percent policy rate, data f...",negative,-0.987902939
Sri Lanka remittances down 23-pct in May but up from April,6/30/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's foreign remittances fell 23.3 percent from a year earlier to 431.8 million US dollars in May 2020 but has pi...,Sri Lanka remittances down 23-pct in May but up from April Sri Lanka's foreign remittances fell 23.3 percent from a year earlier to 431.8 million US dollars in May 2020 but has pi...,negative,-0.98856926
Sri Lanka not in EU list considered for easing travel ban despite Coronavirus control,6/29/2020,Business,Sri Lanka is not in a list of 15 countries being considered first by the European Union to relax travel restrictions fro...,Sri Lanka not in EU list considered for easing travel ban despite Coronavirus control Sri Lanka is not in a list of 15 countries being considered first by the European Union to relax travel restrictions fro...,negative,-0.97912246
Watchdogs call for a clean poll but expect the Media to fight dirty like last year,6/29/2020,Corruption,The Presidential Election of 2019 was the poll where Social Media played a major role and widespread unethical conduct w...,Watchdogs call for a clean poll but expect the Media to fight dirty like last year The Presidential Election of 2019 was the poll where Social Media played a major role and widespread unethical conduct w...,negative,-0.995506883
"Harin-Cardinal episode has exposed Sajith as weak, naive leader: Bimal",6/29/2020,Politics,Last week’s war of words between former MP Harin Fernando and Archbishop Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith has exposed prime mi...,"Harin-Cardinal episode has exposed Sajith as weak, naive leader: Bimal Last week’s war of words between former MP Harin Fernando and Archbishop Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith has exposed prime mi...",negative,-0.989083052
"Sri Lanka slaps import taxes on more fresh, dried fruits after printing money",6/29/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has slapped more import taxes on fresh and dried fruits including pears, apricots and peaches for six months f...","Sri Lanka slaps import taxes on more fresh, dried fruits after printing money Sri Lanka has slapped more import taxes on fresh and dried fruits including pears, apricots and peaches for six months f...",negative,-0.996044397
Eran says if MCC money was given to government Auditor General can easily trace it,6/29/2020,Economy,Samagi Jana Balavegaya National List candidate Eran Wickramaratne is saying that if any part of the MCC grant money was ...,Eran says if MCC money was given to government Auditor General can easily trace it Samagi Jana Balavegaya National List candidate Eran Wickramaratne is saying that if any part of the MCC grant money was ...,negative,-0.997378469
"Moragoda wants the 13th Amendment repealed to abolish “dysfunctional, expensive” Provincial Coun...",6/29/2020,Human Rights,"Former Cabinet Minister Milinda Moragoda, is calling for the abolishing of the Provincial Councils which he says are â€...","Moragoda wants the 13th Amendment repealed to abolish “dysfunctional, expensive” Provincial Coun... Former Cabinet Minister Milinda Moragoda, is calling for the abolishing of the Provincial Councils which he says are â€...",negative,-0.99505049
Dumith Fernando appointed Sri Lanka's stock exchange chairman,6/29/2020,Markets,"Dumith Fernando, Chairman of Asia Securities group has been appointed Chairman of the Colombo Stock Exchange from July 0...","Dumith Fernando appointed Sri Lanka's stock exchange chairman Dumith Fernando, Chairman of Asia Securities group has been appointed Chairman of the Colombo Stock Exchange from July 0...",positive,0.980495095
"Mobius says central bankers cannot fix economies, Sri Lanka rupee relatively stable",6/29/2020,Economy,"Central bankers cannot solve economic problems and large liquidity injections will lead to devaluations, though most eme...","Mobius says central bankers cannot fix economies, Sri Lanka rupee relatively stable Central bankers cannot solve economic problems and large liquidity injections will lead to devaluations, though most eme...",negative,-0.999438107
Sri Lanka's central bank to guarantee Covid-19 credit,6/28/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's central bank said it will guarantee loans given by banks for  Coroanvirus affected businesses, from their ow...","Sri Lanka's central bank to guarantee Covid-19 credit Sri Lanka's central bank said it will guarantee loans given by banks for  Coroanvirus affected businesses, from their ow...",negative,-0.724580109
Sri Lanka to discuss changing Colombo Port terminal deal with India and Japan: Minister,6/28/2020,Logistics,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had given the go ahead to Shipping Minister Johnston Fernando to start talks on...,Sri Lanka to discuss changing Colombo Port terminal deal with India and Japan: Minister Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had given the go ahead to Shipping Minister Johnston Fernando to start talks on...,positive,0.994635642
"Sri Lanka economy re-opens after controlling Coronavirus, Covid-19 curfews lifted",6/28/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka ended nightly curfews on June 28, the Presidents office said as most economic activities are resuming subject ...","Sri Lanka economy re-opens after controlling Coronavirus, Covid-19 curfews lifted Sri Lanka ended nightly curfews on June 28, the Presidents office said as most economic activities are resuming subject ...",negative,-0.726251841
"Sri Lanka Covid-19 credit needs guarantees to move, caution on liquidity injections: Advocata",6/28/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's government or central bank will have to guarantee Coronavirus credit to the most vulnerable firms, but below...","Sri Lanka Covid-19 credit needs guarantees to move, caution on liquidity injections: Advocata Sri Lanka's government or central bank will have to guarantee Coronavirus credit to the most vulnerable firms, but below...",negative,-0.993740618
"Sri Lanka announces import taxes for leaf-springs, aluminium hardware",6/28/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka has announced a series of taxes to keep prices of some goods high and increase profits for manufacturers, as ...","Sri Lanka announces import taxes for leaf-springs, aluminium hardware  Sri Lanka has announced a series of taxes to keep prices of some goods high and increase profits for manufacturers, as ...",positive,0.699896216
Sri Lanka to monetize billions of rupees of contractor bills,6/28/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka will turn billions of rupees worth contractors bills due from government into money at 4 percent, by re-financ...","Sri Lanka to monetize billions of rupees of contractor bills Sri Lanka will turn billions of rupees worth contractors bills due from government into money at 4 percent, by re-financ...",negative,-0.993383229
Malcolm Cardinal Ranjit and Harin Fernando patch up their differences,6/27/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,Former Member of Parliament Harin Fernando has met Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith and two have made up after a spat between th...,Malcolm Cardinal Ranjit and Harin Fernando patch up their differences Former Member of Parliament Harin Fernando has met Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith and two have made up after a spat between th...,positive,0.991807878
UNP demands that Gotabaya reveal his stand on the controversial MCC deal,6/27/2020,Economy,The United National Party is demanding that President Gotabaya Rajapaksa tell the nation what his stance is on the Mille...,UNP demands that Gotabaya reveal his stand on the controversial MCC deal The United National Party is demanding that President Gotabaya Rajapaksa tell the nation what his stance is on the Mille...,negative,-0.995739222
Sri Lanka to provide subsidized fertilizer for fruits and veggies though private sellers: Minister,6/27/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka is starting a program to provide subsidized fertilizer for fruit and vegetable farmers through private distrib...,Sri Lanka to provide subsidized fertilizer for fruits and veggies though private sellers: Minister Sri Lanka is starting a program to provide subsidized fertilizer for fruit and vegetable farmers through private distrib...,negative,-0.986199975
"Sri Lanka CB to pay 38,000 more The Finance depositors from July 02",6/27/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's central bank says 38,000 more depositors will be paid out of deposit insurance fund from July 02.","Sri Lanka CB to pay 38,000 more The Finance depositors from July 02 Sri Lanka's central bank says 38,000 more depositors will be paid out of deposit insurance fund from July 02.",negative,-0.982303679
"Sri Lanka tea prices mixed, best teas take hit",6/27/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka tea prices continued to dip apart from Pekoe teas with Low Growns and some High Growns showing good demand, ho...","Sri Lanka tea prices mixed, best teas take hit Sri Lanka tea prices continued to dip apart from Pekoe teas with Low Growns and some High Growns showing good demand, ho...",negative,-0.918458521
US State Department debunks two findings reported by Presidential Committee on MCC,6/26/2020,Economy,The United States State Department has quickly contradicted key findings announced by the Presidential Committee which e...,US State Department debunks two findings reported by Presidential Committee on MCC The United States State Department has quickly contradicted key findings announced by the Presidential Committee which e...,negative,-0.995906353
"Sri Lanka central bank explains finance, leasing company regulation",6/26/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank has explained its regulation of leasing and finance companies (non-bank financial institutions)...,"Sri Lanka central bank explains finance, leasing company regulation Sri Lanka's central bank has explained its regulation of leasing and finance companies (non-bank financial institutions)...",positive,0.97015059
Re-opening date for tourist arrivals in Sri Lanka not yet confirmed – Admiral Jayanath Colombage,6/26/2020,Business,"A senior official in the Presidential Secretariat, Admiral Jayanath Colombage (Rtd.) says the date to reopen the Katunay...","Re-opening date for tourist arrivals in Sri Lanka not yet confirmed – Admiral Jayanath Colombage A senior official in the Presidential Secretariat, Admiral Jayanath Colombage (Rtd.) says the date to reopen the Katunay...",negative,-0.971255422
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.35-pct higher,6/26/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.35 percent higher on Commercial Bank of Ceylon, Richard Pieris and Softlogic Holdings with tur...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.35-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.35 percent higher on Commercial Bank of Ceylon, Richard Pieris and Softlogic Holdings with tur...",negative,-0.991917431
Shortsighted to see post-COVID situation as just an economic crisis: Sisira Pinnawala,6/26/2020,Economy,Prof (retired) Sisira Pinnawala of the Department of Sociology at the University of Peradeniya warns that it is shortsig...,Shortsighted to see post-COVID situation as just an economic crisis: Sisira Pinnawala Prof (retired) Sisira Pinnawala of the Department of Sociology at the University of Peradeniya warns that it is shortsig...,negative,-0.999587476
Museums and other local attractions to open to domestic tourists from July,6/26/2020,Health,Giving a fillip to domestic tourism the Cultural Ministry has decided to re-open all the Museums and other attractions r...,Museums and other local attractions to open to domestic tourists from July Giving a fillip to domestic tourism the Cultural Ministry has decided to re-open all the Museums and other attractions r...,negative,-0.582355976
"Sri Lanka rupee stronger, stocks gain at open",6/26/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.95/186.10 to US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields eased a...,"Sri Lanka rupee stronger, stocks gain at open Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.95/186.10 to US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields eased a...",negative,-0.84653455
Showers expected in many parts of the country today,6/26/2020,Weather and Climate,"The Met Department is forecasting showers during the day in Western, North-western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Southern p...","Showers expected in many parts of the country today The Met Department is forecasting showers during the day in Western, North-western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Southern p...",positive,0.517583787
Sri Lanka development bond yield overtakes rupee Treasuries at auction,6/26/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has successfully sold 100 million US dollars of dollar denominated bonds which had drawn interest from bidders...,Sri Lanka development bond yield overtakes rupee Treasuries at auction Sri Lanka has successfully sold 100 million US dollars of dollar denominated bonds which had drawn interest from bidders...,negative,-0.976512313
Weddings in Kandy are keeping the Hill Capital’s Hotels ticking,6/26/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's cultural capital Kandy’s COVID battered tourism industry is seeing business ticking over as the wedding se...,Weddings in Kandy are keeping the Hill Capital’s Hotels ticking Sri Lanka's cultural capital Kandy’s COVID battered tourism industry is seeing business ticking over as the wedding se...,negative,-0.963883102
"Sri Lanka injects Rs459bn from Feb 2020, spends US$1.3bn in forex reserves",6/26/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank had injected 459 billion rupees in to banking system from late February to avoid selling govern...,"Sri Lanka injects Rs459bn from Feb 2020, spends US$1.3bn in forex reserves Sri Lanka's central bank had injected 459 billion rupees in to banking system from late February to avoid selling govern...",negative,-0.986640155
Controversial Millennium Challenge deal to be made public – Presidential Secretariat,6/26/2020,Economy,The former government signed two agreements connected to the Millennium Challenge Compact (MCC) and was granted USD10 mi...,Controversial Millennium Challenge deal to be made public – Presidential Secretariat The former government signed two agreements connected to the Millennium Challenge Compact (MCC) and was granted USD10 mi...,negative,-0.787421107
"Outsourced content moderation on Facebook, etc, may have led to offline violence in Sri Lanka - NYU ...",6/25/2020,Human Rights,The largely outsourced content moderation efforts by social media giants such as Facebook coupled with a distinct lack o...,"Outsourced content moderation on Facebook, etc, may have led to offline violence in Sri Lanka - NYU ... The largely outsourced content moderation efforts by social media giants such as Facebook coupled with a distinct lack o...",negative,-0.999633551
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields down",6/25/2020,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka rupee closed higher at 186.30/45 to US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields eased, dealers...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields down  Sri Lanka rupee closed higher at 186.30/45 to US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields eased, dealers...",negative,-0.991443098
"Sri Lanka central bank lists measures taken for Covid-19 relief, money printed for budget",6/25/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank has listed measures taken to ease cash pressure on the banking system during the Coronavirus cr...,"Sri Lanka central bank lists measures taken for Covid-19 relief, money printed for budget Sri Lanka's central bank has listed measures taken to ease cash pressure on the banking system during the Coronavirus cr...",negative,-0.992642939
"Up to a hundred can now gather at Temples, Churches and Mosques as the rules are further relaxed",6/25/2020,Health,"With the government increasingly confident that there is no community spread of the COVD 19 virus, the Health Authoritie...","Up to a hundred can now gather at Temples, Churches and Mosques as the rules are further relaxed With the government increasingly confident that there is no community spread of the COVD 19 virus, the Health Authoritie...",negative,-0.86991924
"Sri Lanka to issue Rs80bn in Treasury guarantees for road, water loans",6/25/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka will issue Treasury guarantees for up to 80 billion rupees to state banks to fund for roads and water projects...,"Sri Lanka to issue Rs80bn in Treasury guarantees for road, water loans Sri Lanka will issue Treasury guarantees for up to 80 billion rupees to state banks to fund for roads and water projects...",negative,-0.737128079
Only a small number of migrant workers want to return to Sri Lanka – Cabinet Spokesman,6/25/2020,Economy,"Co-Cabinet Spokesman Bandula Gunawardena said 9,580 Sri Lankans from 38 countries who wanted to return has been brought ...","Only a small number of migrant workers want to return to Sri Lanka – Cabinet Spokesman Co-Cabinet Spokesman Bandula Gunawardena said 9,580 Sri Lankans from 38 countries who wanted to return has been brought ...",negative,-0.941109121
Sri Lanka suspends ship crew changes as new arrivals drive Coronavirus total over 2000,6/25/2020,Logistics," Sri Lanka has suspended ship crew changes after number of seamen tested positive for Coronavirus, Information Minister ...","Sri Lanka suspends ship crew changes as new arrivals drive Coronavirus total over 2000  Sri Lanka has suspended ship crew changes after number of seamen tested positive for Coronavirus, Information Minister ...",negative,-0.998059928
Overwhelming demand for Sri Lanka's Covid-19 credit scheme: banker,6/25/2020,Banking,Demand is overwhelming for Sri Lanka’s central bank re-financed loan scheme to support struggling businesses impacted ...,Overwhelming demand for Sri Lanka's Covid-19 credit scheme: banker Demand is overwhelming for Sri Lanka’s central bank re-financed loan scheme to support struggling businesses impacted ...,negative,-0.98775512
"Ranee Jayamaha, Samantha Kumarasinghe appointed to Sri Lanka central bank board",6/25/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's Constitutional Council had confirmed Ranee Jayamaha, a former Deputy Governor and Samantha Kumarasinghe, a b...","Ranee Jayamaha, Samantha Kumarasinghe appointed to Sri Lanka central bank board Sri Lanka's Constitutional Council had confirmed Ranee Jayamaha, a former Deputy Governor and Samantha Kumarasinghe, a b...",positive,0.99671042
Ahimsa’s objections on CID Director’s appointment; Constitutional Council wants NPC’s observat...,6/25/2020,Courts,The Constitutional Council is calling for the National Police Commission’s (NPC) observations on a letter sent to the ...,Ahimsa’s objections on CID Director’s appointment; Constitutional Council wants NPC’s observat... The Constitutional Council is calling for the National Police Commission’s (NPC) observations on a letter sent to the ...,negative,-0.985632539
Sri Lanka to extend exchange controls for six months: Minister,6/25/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's cabinet had given approval to extend exchange and import controls for another six months from June 02, to ke...","Sri Lanka to extend exchange controls for six months: Minister Sri Lanka's cabinet had given approval to extend exchange and import controls for another six months from June 02, to ke...",negative,-0.887814641
Sri Lanka President orders loss-making sea salt SOE to show profits,6/25/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered a state-run sea salt producing company to make profits within a yea...,Sri Lanka President orders loss-making sea salt SOE to show profits Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered a state-run sea salt producing company to make profits within a yea...,negative,-0.997156858
Sri Lanka plans US$4bn PPP for LRT in place of Japan funded soft-loan project,6/25/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka plans to request proposals to fund a 2.2 billion US dollar light rail transit project after cancelling a Japan...,Sri Lanka plans US$4bn PPP for LRT in place of Japan funded soft-loan project Sri Lanka plans to request proposals to fund a 2.2 billion US dollar light rail transit project after cancelling a Japan...,negative,-0.967117369
Sri Lanka's central bank gives Rs28bn loans from Rs120bn quasi-fiscal Coronavirus re-finance,6/25/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank said it had approved 28 billion rupees of subsidized credit to be issued from commercial banks ...,Sri Lanka's central bank gives Rs28bn loans from Rs120bn quasi-fiscal Coronavirus re-finance Sri Lanka's central bank said it had approved 28 billion rupees of subsidized credit to be issued from commercial banks ...,negative,-0.984789491
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields fall",6/24/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed lower at 186.60/70 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields were eased, dea...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields fall Sri Lanka rupee closed lower at 186.60/70 to US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields were eased, dea...",negative,-0.998734176
Sri Lanka Coronavirus testing capacity upped 30-pct with ADB funded lab,6/24/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has boosted its Coronavirus testing capacity 30 percent with a new lab build with emergency funding from the A...,Sri Lanka Coronavirus testing capacity upped 30-pct with ADB funded lab Sri Lanka has boosted its Coronavirus testing capacity 30 percent with a new lab build with emergency funding from the A...,positive,0.965855539
"Sri Lanka stocks gain half a percent on JKH, banks",6/24/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.57 percent higher on Wednesday pushed by John Keells Holdings and banking stocks, brokers said...","Sri Lanka stocks gain half a percent on JKH, banks Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.57 percent higher on Wednesday pushed by John Keells Holdings and banking stocks, brokers said...",negative,-0.979022324
Opinion: The next steps after the presidential admonitions,6/24/2020,Opinion,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's recent admonition of top Central Bank staff received much attention. Though his intention...,Opinion: The next steps after the presidential admonitions President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's recent admonition of top Central Bank staff received much attention. Though his intention...,negative,-0.853979468
Inquiry into alleged desecration of the Nagapooshani Amman temple in Nainativu,6/24/2020,Political News,The Prime MInister’s Office has ordered an inquiry into an incident that happened last week at the historic Nainativu ...,Inquiry into alleged desecration of the Nagapooshani Amman temple in Nainativu The Prime MInister’s Office has ordered an inquiry into an incident that happened last week at the historic Nainativu ...,negative,-0.950971067
"Sri Lanka budget deficit may reach 9.3-pct of GDP, external stress to continue after elections: Fitc...",6/24/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's budget deficit may reach 9.3 percent of gross domestic product in 2020 and foreign debt repayment pressure w...,"Sri Lanka budget deficit may reach 9.3-pct of GDP, external stress to continue after elections: Fitc... Sri Lanka's budget deficit may reach 9.3 percent of gross domestic product in 2020 and foreign debt repayment pressure w...",negative,-0.996742189
"Sri Lanka rupee slightly firmer, stocks gain",6/24/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 186.50/65, slightly firmer Tuesday while bond yields were flat and stocks gained 0.52 perc...","Sri Lanka rupee slightly firmer, stocks gain Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 186.50/65, slightly firmer Tuesday while bond yields were flat and stocks gained 0.52 perc...",negative,-0.995624363
"Sri Lanka's start-ups slammed by Coronavirus, seeking help",6/24/2020,ICT,"Sri Lanka's start-ups have been badly hit by Coronavirus, with the sector generally not getting support from banks indus...","Sri Lanka's start-ups slammed by Coronavirus, seeking help Sri Lanka's start-ups have been badly hit by Coronavirus, with the sector generally not getting support from banks indus...",negative,-0.999774039
"Sri Lanka elections commission rejects 47,000 postal vote requests",6/24/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,"Sri Lanka's elections commission said it had rejected 47,000 applications for postal voting, with a majority of rejectio...","Sri Lanka elections commission rejects 47,000 postal vote requests Sri Lanka's elections commission said it had rejected 47,000 applications for postal voting, with a majority of rejectio...",negative,-0.99616313
Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings gets US$175mn from IFC,6/23/2020,Banking,Washington-based International Finance Corporation said it will invest 175 million US dollars in Sri Lanka's based John ...,Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings gets US$175mn from IFC Washington-based International Finance Corporation said it will invest 175 million US dollars in Sri Lanka's based John ...,negative,-0.848510206
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields ease",6/23/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 186.55/65 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields continued to fall in mixed ma...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields ease Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 186.55/65 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields continued to fall in mixed ma...",negative,-0.987180412
Sri Lanka’s tech firm gets Microsoft's AI grant for healthcare app,6/23/2020,Health,"Microsoft said it will give a grant to Sri Lanka based Fortude, a technology firm for developing an application dealing ...","Sri Lanka’s tech firm gets Microsoft's AI grant for healthcare app Microsoft said it will give a grant to Sri Lanka based Fortude, a technology firm for developing an application dealing ...",positive,0.825704753
"Sri Lanka stocks rally to a close, 0.72-pct higher",6/23/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.72 percent higher on Tuesday following a rally after mid-day,"Sri Lanka stocks rally to a close, 0.72-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.72 percent higher on Tuesday following a rally after mid-day",negative,-0.998621225
"Sri Lanka insurance claims to fall on Covid-19 curfews, money printing to hit premium growth",6/23/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's motor insurance claims will fall due to Coronavirus curfews but import controls on vehicles to stop currency...,"Sri Lanka insurance claims to fall on Covid-19 curfews, money printing to hit premium growth Sri Lanka's motor insurance claims will fall due to Coronavirus curfews but import controls on vehicles to stop currency...",negative,-0.998050809
Sri Lanka may open movie theatres on June 27 under strict guidelines,6/23/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is considering reopening movie theatres on June 27 under strict hygiene guidelines as issued by health authori...,Sri Lanka may open movie theatres on June 27 under strict guidelines Sri Lanka is considering reopening movie theatres on June 27 under strict hygiene guidelines as issued by health authori...,negative,-0.941757798
"Harin says remarks on Cardinal taken out of context, issues clarification on Easter attacks",6/23/2020,Politics,Former Sports Minister Harin Fernando’s controversial remarks on Archbishop Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith last Sunday (21) ...,"Harin says remarks on Cardinal taken out of context, issues clarification on Easter attacks Former Sports Minister Harin Fernando’s controversial remarks on Archbishop Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith last Sunday (21) ...",negative,-0.995852947
"Sri Lanka tea demand in the Coronavirus era, the China factor and anti-viral claims",6/23/2020,Agriculture,Coronavirus is buffeting the short term demand for Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea with fears of second waves coming in while med...,"Sri Lanka tea demand in the Coronavirus era, the China factor and anti-viral claims Coronavirus is buffeting the short term demand for Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea with fears of second waves coming in while med...",negative,-0.995104909
"Sri Lanka rupee flat, stocks gain at open",6/23/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee opened flat at 186.60/75 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields continued to fall and stocks opene...,"Sri Lanka rupee flat, stocks gain at open Sri Lanka rupee opened flat at 186.60/75 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields continued to fall and stocks opene...",negative,-0.999360383
Sri Lanka President expects businessmen to produce goods after controlling imports,6/23/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had asked businesses to manufacture products including brooms and drugs after c...,Sri Lanka President expects businessmen to produce goods after controlling imports Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had asked businesses to manufacture products including brooms and drugs after c...,negative,-0.995279312
"Sri Lanka airline eyeing flights to Korea, China, Australia, Maldives from August",6/23/2020,Aviation,"SriLankan Airlines is planning to fly to Korea, China and Australia if the airport is re-opened for passengers from Augu...","Sri Lanka airline eyeing flights to Korea, China, Australia, Maldives from August SriLankan Airlines is planning to fly to Korea, China and Australia if the airport is re-opened for passengers from Augu...",negative,-0.994083345
"Sri Lanka imports, exports collapse in April amid Coronavirus",6/22/2020,Aviation,"Sri Lanka's exports fell 516 million US dollars to 282 million US dollars in April 2020 from a year earlier, while impor...","Sri Lanka imports, exports collapse in April amid Coronavirus Sri Lanka's exports fell 516 million US dollars to 282 million US dollars in April 2020 from a year earlier, while impor...",negative,-0.999637723
"Sri Lanka rupee closes flat, stocks gain",6/22/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 186.60/70 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields continued to fall and stocks close...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes flat, stocks gain Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 186.60/70 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields continued to fall and stocks close...",negative,-0.998791158
"SriLankan Airlines to restructure US$680mn in debt, slashing costs to survive after Covid-19",6/22/2020,Aviation,"SriLankan Airlines is in talks to get 75 million dollars of new finance, re-structure around 400 million in bank debt an...","SriLankan Airlines to restructure US$680mn in debt, slashing costs to survive after Covid-19 SriLankan Airlines is in talks to get 75 million dollars of new finance, re-structure around 400 million in bank debt an...",negative,-0.994264066
SJB aplogizes to Cardinal over Harin's remarks,6/22/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,The Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) is extending an apology to Malcolm Cardinal Ranjit over remarks made on Sunday at a pub...,SJB aplogizes to Cardinal over Harin's remarks The Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) is extending an apology to Malcolm Cardinal Ranjit over remarks made on Sunday at a pub...,negative,-0.984852612
SLPP’s Kariyawasam says Karuna is not from the party and is contesting against them,6/22/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) is distancing itself from its former ally Vinayagamoorthy Muraleetharan the LTTE ...,SLPP’s Kariyawasam says Karuna is not from the party and is contesting against them The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) is distancing itself from its former ally Vinayagamoorthy Muraleetharan the LTTE ...,negative,-0.997630239
Mangala calls President’s public dressing down of Bank officials an “act of bullying”,6/22/2020,Economy,Former Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera is calling the public “tongue-lashing” the Governor and other senior off...,Mangala calls President’s public dressing down of Bank officials an “act of bullying” Former Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera is calling the public “tongue-lashing” the Governor and other senior off...,negative,-0.997456849
"Harin says Cardinal Ranjith ""played politics"" during the presidential elections",6/22/2020,Political News,Samagi Jana Balavegaya candidate Harin Fernando is accusing Malcolm Cardinal Ranjit of “playing politics” during las...,"Harin says Cardinal Ranjith ""played politics"" during the presidential elections Samagi Jana Balavegaya candidate Harin Fernando is accusing Malcolm Cardinal Ranjit of “playing politics” during las...",negative,-0.992003083
Sri Lanka bank bad loans in March 2020 pick up to 5.1-pct,6/22/2020,Banking,"Bad loans at banks in Sri Lanka picked 5.1 percent of gross credit by March 2020 from 4.9 percent in December 2019, in c...","Sri Lanka bank bad loans in March 2020 pick up to 5.1-pct Bad loans at banks in Sri Lanka picked 5.1 percent of gross credit by March 2020 from 4.9 percent in December 2019, in c...",negative,-0.997302651
Sri Lanka tea prices mixed in mid June,6/21/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka tea prices were mixed at the second auction in June with some ex-estate Uva and Udapussellawa teas showing gai...,Sri Lanka tea prices mixed in mid June Sri Lanka tea prices were mixed at the second auction in June with some ex-estate Uva and Udapussellawa teas showing gai...,negative,-0.996079504
"Sri Lanka ex-Finance minister defends central bank, says credit guarantees needed",6/21/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's ex-Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera has come out to defend the central bank after it was slammed by Pres...,"Sri Lanka ex-Finance minister defends central bank, says credit guarantees needed Sri Lanka's ex-Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera has come out to defend the central bank after it was slammed by Pres...",negative,-0.975906909
Sri Lanka's central bank explains Covid-19 credit scheme in FAQs,6/21/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's central bank has explained the details of a credit scheme for Coronavirus hit businesses in the form of a fr...,Sri Lanka's central bank explains Covid-19 credit scheme in FAQs Sri Lanka's central bank has explained the details of a credit scheme for Coronavirus hit businesses in the form of a fr...,negative,-0.992600203
"Sri Lanka's Ocean Lanka turns to PPE making, backs Coronavirus, elections workers",6/21/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka-based Ocean Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, a top weft-knit weft fabric manufacturer said it is ramping up personal protectiv...","Sri Lanka's Ocean Lanka turns to PPE making, backs Coronavirus, elections workers Sri Lanka-based Ocean Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, a top weft-knit weft fabric manufacturer said it is ramping up personal protectiv...",negative,-0.973631561
Sri Lanka insurance watchdog appoints Dutch actuarial consultant,6/21/2020,Finance,Sri Lanka's insurance regulator has appointed a Dutch consultant as part of a World Bank funded project to modernize the...,Sri Lanka insurance watchdog appoints Dutch actuarial consultant Sri Lanka's insurance regulator has appointed a Dutch consultant as part of a World Bank funded project to modernize the...,negative,-0.545253277
Sri Lanka to see partial solar eclipse from 10.24am on Sunday,6/21/2020,Sci-Tech,"Sri Lanka will experience a partial solar eclipse, where the moon passes between the Sun and the Earth casting a shadow ...","Sri Lanka to see partial solar eclipse from 10.24am on Sunday Sri Lanka will experience a partial solar eclipse, where the moon passes between the Sun and the Earth casting a shadow ...",positive,0.994614184
Aluthgamage's World Cup match fixing allegation has stirred a Hornet’s nest,6/20/2020,Corruption,Pohottuwa politico Mahindananda Aluthgamage is firing off controversial statements in rapid succession these days to hel...,Aluthgamage's World Cup match fixing allegation has stirred a Hornet’s nest Pohottuwa politico Mahindananda Aluthgamage is firing off controversial statements in rapid succession these days to hel...,negative,-0.996707141
Sri Lanka to call bids to extract oleoresin from state pine forests,6/20/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka will call competitive bids to extract oleoresin from 6,200 hectares of re-forested pine coming under two gover...","Sri Lanka to call bids to extract oleoresin from state pine forests Sri Lanka will call competitive bids to extract oleoresin from 6,200 hectares of re-forested pine coming under two gover...",negative,-0.988659978
Sri Lanka allows banks to buy cheap sovereign bonds with new dollars,6/20/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka banks would be allowed to buy sovereign bonds of the country which are trading at a steep discount provided th...,Sri Lanka allows banks to buy cheap sovereign bonds with new dollars Sri Lanka banks would be allowed to buy sovereign bonds of the country which are trading at a steep discount provided th...,negative,-0.980861127
"Sri Lanka chicken supplies to tighten after Covid-19 crisis, maize import controls",6/20/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's poultry meat supplies would tighten in the coming weeks as frozen chicken stockpiled during a Coronavirus lo...,"Sri Lanka chicken supplies to tighten after Covid-19 crisis, maize import controls Sri Lanka's poultry meat supplies would tighten in the coming weeks as frozen chicken stockpiled during a Coronavirus lo...",negative,-0.996295869
Opinion: A silver lining in pitch darkness - Victor Ivan's take on Mangala's surprising decision,6/19/2020,Politics,Senior journalist Victor Ivan shares his thoughts on veteran politician Mangala Samaraweera's surprising decision to not...,Opinion: A silver lining in pitch darkness - Victor Ivan's take on Mangala's surprising decision Senior journalist Victor Ivan shares his thoughts on veteran politician Mangala Samaraweera's surprising decision to not...,positive,0.997293413
Deported COVID 19 positive Indian passenger hospitalised at IDH,6/19/2020,Health,"A Bombayite is a guest of the Sri Lankan government, not in the sense of an incarcerated person or an invited personage....","Deported COVID 19 positive Indian passenger hospitalised at IDH A Bombayite is a guest of the Sri Lankan government, not in the sense of an incarcerated person or an invited personage....",negative,-0.978363633
How Sri Lankans got essential items during Covid-19 curfew and future expectations,6/19/2020,Economy,These are the results of a survey commissioned by  The Department of Transport & Logistics Management of the Faculty of ...,How Sri Lankans got essential items during Covid-19 curfew and future expectations These are the results of a survey commissioned by  The Department of Transport & Logistics Management of the Faculty of ...,negative,-0.99347043
"Sri Lankans stock up, buy online in Covid-19 curfews, informal workers hard-hit: survey",6/19/2020,Business,Online purchasing and work from home had doubled in Sri Lanka and many people stocked more foods than earlier while thos...,"Sri Lankans stock up, buy online in Covid-19 curfews, informal workers hard-hit: survey Online purchasing and work from home had doubled in Sri Lanka and many people stocked more foods than earlier while thos...",negative,-0.881626546
Sri Lanka to allow more foriegn universities to enter the country - President,6/19/2020,Education,"Sri Lanka is amending its University Act to permit more foreign universities to set up shop on the island, President Got...","Sri Lanka to allow more foriegn universities to enter the country - President Sri Lanka is amending its University Act to permit more foreign universities to set up shop on the island, President Got...",negative,-0.979766369
"Sri Lanka rupee steady, stocks gain 0.08-pct",6/19/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee opened steady at 186.60/65 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields continued to fall drastically, d...","Sri Lanka rupee steady, stocks gain 0.08-pct Sri Lanka rupee opened steady at 186.60/65 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields continued to fall drastically, d...",negative,-0.954147935
Prison officials warned not to assist convicted criminals inside the jails,6/19/2020,Law and Order,Secretary to the Ministry of Defense Major General (Rtd) Kamal Guneratne has warned Prisons officials to refrain from ge...,Prison officials warned not to assist convicted criminals inside the jails Secretary to the Ministry of Defense Major General (Rtd) Kamal Guneratne has warned Prisons officials to refrain from ge...,negative,-0.823185802
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices ease lower for third week,6/19/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka’s average coconut prices fell 0.31 percent to 48,118 rupees for a 1000 nuts at last auction on June 11, from...","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices ease lower for third week Sri Lanka’s average coconut prices fell 0.31 percent to 48,118 rupees for a 1000 nuts at last auction on June 11, from...",negative,-0.997112155
World Bank gives Sri Lanka US$56mn in emergency CERC funds for Coronavirus battle,6/19/2020,Economy,Washington-based World Bank is providing Sri Lanka 56 million US dollars to take forward its fight against Coronavirus u...,World Bank gives Sri Lanka US$56mn in emergency CERC funds for Coronavirus battle Washington-based World Bank is providing Sri Lanka 56 million US dollars to take forward its fight against Coronavirus u...,negative,-0.951746285
"Sri Lanka's top listed firms 'moderately' transparent, anti-graft disclosure weak: TISL",6/19/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka's top 50 listed companies were moderately transparent in corporate reporting with John Keells Holdings leading...,"Sri Lanka's top listed firms 'moderately' transparent, anti-graft disclosure weak: TISL Sri Lanka's top 50 listed companies were moderately transparent in corporate reporting with John Keells Holdings leading...",negative,-0.989913344
Sri Lanka's Senior Citizens' incomes will take a hit as interest rates set to fall steeply - Economi...,6/18/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka’s hundreds of thousands of Senior Citizens who have invested their lives’ savings in Fixed Deposits and ar...,Sri Lanka's Senior Citizens' incomes will take a hit as interest rates set to fall steeply - Economi... Sri Lanka’s hundreds of thousands of Senior Citizens who have invested their lives’ savings in Fixed Deposits and ar...,negative,-0.964024186
"Addresses of 42,000 airmailed parcels to Sri Lanka lost at sea in Coronavirus crisis: Minister",6/18/2020,Business,"Over 42,000 parcels airmailed to Sri Lanka from China and neigbhouring countries sent by sea container as airports were ...","Addresses of 42,000 airmailed parcels to Sri Lanka lost at sea in Coronavirus crisis: Minister Over 42,000 parcels airmailed to Sri Lanka from China and neigbhouring countries sent by sea container as airports were ...",negative,-0.991818786
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields down",6/18/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 186.60/75 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields fell further, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields down Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 186.60/75 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields fell further, dealers said.",negative,-0.998785198
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.38 percent higher,6/18/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.38 percent higher on Carson Cumberbatch, Hatton National Bank and Melstacorp on Thursday, inte...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.38 percent higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.38 percent higher on Carson Cumberbatch, Hatton National Bank and Melstacorp on Thursday, inte...",negative,-0.980380058
Sri Lanka denies it will sign MCC deal after the elections; contradicts recent reports,6/18/2020,International Relations,Sri Lanka is denying reports that it will sign a controversial grant agreement with the United States Millennium Challen...,Sri Lanka denies it will sign MCC deal after the elections; contradicts recent reports Sri Lanka is denying reports that it will sign a controversial grant agreement with the United States Millennium Challen...,negative,-0.978147686
"Sri Lanka hotels, travel agencies to get 4-pct loan on EPF records: Tourism Authority",6/18/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Tourism Development Authority said a loan at 4.0 percent interest would be given to hotels and travel agenci...,"Sri Lanka hotels, travel agencies to get 4-pct loan on EPF records: Tourism Authority Sri Lanka's Tourism Development Authority said a loan at 4.0 percent interest would be given to hotels and travel agenci...",negative,-0.983142138
Former Prez Sirisena refuses to accept responsibility for Sri Lanka's Easter Sunday attacks,6/18/2020,Terrorism,"Denying any prior knowledge of last year’s Easter Sunday attacks, Sri Lanka’s former President Maithripala Sirisena ...","Former Prez Sirisena refuses to accept responsibility for Sri Lanka's Easter Sunday attacks Denying any prior knowledge of last year’s Easter Sunday attacks, Sri Lanka’s former President Maithripala Sirisena ...",negative,-0.997979343
Government continuing efforts to raise Plantation Workers daily wage to Rs 1000,6/18/2020,Economy,The government is continuing to pursue efforts to get a deal to pay the country’s estate workers a guaranteed wage of ...,Government continuing efforts to raise Plantation Workers daily wage to Rs 1000 The government is continuing to pursue efforts to get a deal to pay the country’s estate workers a guaranteed wage of ...,positive,0.932857394
Sri Lanka suspends export tax on tea for 6-months,6/18/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has suspended an export tax on tea for six months to help the tea sector as it recovers from a Coronavirus cri...,Sri Lanka suspends export tax on tea for 6-months Sri Lanka has suspended an export tax on tea for six months to help the tea sector as it recovers from a Coronavirus cri...,negative,-0.996185362
Sri Lanka approves billion dollar tower block by China in Colombo Port City,6/18/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka has approved a billion US dollar mixed development tower block project in Colombo Port City, where the sea ha...","Sri Lanka approves billion dollar tower block by China in Colombo Port City  Sri Lanka has approved a billion US dollar mixed development tower block project in Colombo Port City, where the sea ha...",positive,0.943979084
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks up",6/18/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 186.55/75 to the US dollar on Thursday while stocks gained and bond yields fell further...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks up Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 186.55/75 to the US dollar on Thursday while stocks gained and bond yields fell further...",negative,-0.998729527
Sri Lanka halts Japan funded Colombo light rail project,6/18/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has halted a Japan funded light rail project for the capital Colombo as it was too costly and brought low retu...,Sri Lanka halts Japan funded Colombo light rail project Sri Lanka has halted a Japan funded light rail project for the capital Colombo as it was too costly and brought low retu...,negative,-0.999330163
"Sri Lanka chicken laying fewer eggs after Covid-19 disruptions, maize import controls",6/18/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's egg production had fallen and prices have picked up after disruption in feed supplies during a Coronavirus l...,"Sri Lanka chicken laying fewer eggs after Covid-19 disruptions, maize import controls Sri Lanka's egg production had fallen and prices have picked up after disruption in feed supplies during a Coronavirus l...",negative,-0.994959235
Sri Lanka excess liquidity soars to Rs223bn amid rupee fears,6/18/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's excess liquidity in money markets soared to a historic high of 223 billion rupees after the statutory reserv...,Sri Lanka excess liquidity soars to Rs223bn amid rupee fears Sri Lanka's excess liquidity in money markets soared to a historic high of 223 billion rupees after the statutory reserv...,negative,-0.980713129
"Sri Lanka exporters find new business in Coronavirus, but need cash, digital customs: Survey",6/18/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka exporters have developed new business amid a Coronavirus crisis but they need cash, some tax relief and digita...","Sri Lanka exporters find new business in Coronavirus, but need cash, digital customs: Survey Sri Lanka exporters have developed new business amid a Coronavirus crisis but they need cash, some tax relief and digita...",negative,-0.980589867
"Sri Lanka bond yields slide 50-bp after SRR cut, rupee close weaker",6/17/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 186.45/65 to the US dollar on Wednesday while stocks gained and bond yields fell more t...,"Sri Lanka bond yields slide 50-bp after SRR cut, rupee close weaker Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 186.45/65 to the US dollar on Wednesday while stocks gained and bond yields fell more t...",negative,-0.998632252
Sri Lanka's Welisara Navy base epicentre of the biggest COVID 19 cluster to re-open soon - Defence S...,6/17/2020,Defence,"Sri Lanka’s defence authorities are expressing confidence that they have the largest cluster of COVID 19 patients, whi...","Sri Lanka's Welisara Navy base epicentre of the biggest COVID 19 cluster to re-open soon - Defence S... Sri Lanka’s defence authorities are expressing confidence that they have the largest cluster of COVID 19 patients, whi...",positive,0.995978832
Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields plunge after SRR halved,6/17/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasury bill yields plunged across maturities after statutory reserve ratio was halved to 2 percent from 4 ...,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields plunge after SRR halved Sri Lanka's Treasury bill yields plunged across maturities after statutory reserve ratio was halved to 2 percent from 4 ...,negative,-0.996778667
Sri Lanka calls proposals for US$500mn in foreign currency loans,6/17/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has called proposals from investment banks for up to 500 million US dollars in foreign currency loans with a t...,Sri Lanka calls proposals for US$500mn in foreign currency loans Sri Lanka has called proposals from investment banks for up to 500 million US dollars in foreign currency loans with a t...,negative,-0.981860995
Samagi Jana Balavegaya youth wing pledges to hold party accountable,6/17/2020,Politics,"Sri Lanka’s opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya’s (SJB) recently formed youth wing, the Samagi Tharuna Balavegaya (STB...","Samagi Jana Balavegaya youth wing pledges to hold party accountable Sri Lanka’s opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya’s (SJB) recently formed youth wing, the Samagi Tharuna Balavegaya (STB...",negative,-0.950048268
Crackdown in Prisons begins as raids are conducted for illegal phones in jails,6/17/2020,Human Rights,The Prisons Department is carrying out the directive of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to eliminate corruption and prevent...,Crackdown in Prisons begins as raids are conducted for illegal phones in jails The Prisons Department is carrying out the directive of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to eliminate corruption and prevent...,negative,-0.967424214
Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 relief loan schemes hit by credit risks,6/17/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's small businesses are finding it difficult to get credit from government-subsidized loan schemes where credit...,Sri Lanka’s COVID-19 relief loan schemes hit by credit risks Sri Lanka's small businesses are finding it difficult to get credit from government-subsidized loan schemes where credit...,negative,-0.999082685
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, stocks gain at open",6/17/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 186.45/60 to the US dollar on Wednesday while stocks gained in mid-morning trade an...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, stocks gain at open Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 186.45/60 to the US dollar on Wednesday while stocks gained in mid-morning trade an...",negative,-0.998900175
Magistrate orders probe as to whether journalist's computer had been tampered with,6/17/2020,Courts,Colombo’s Chief Magistrate Lanka Jayaratne yesterday June 16 ordered the Government Analyst to examine a laptop belong...,Magistrate orders probe as to whether journalist's computer had been tampered with Colombo’s Chief Magistrate Lanka Jayaratne yesterday June 16 ordered the Government Analyst to examine a laptop belong...,negative,-0.998014212
Twenty Indian soldiers dead in “brawl” with Chinese Army at tense border where no shots were fir...,6/17/2020,International news,At least 20 Indian soldiers including a Colonel are dead in a clash with Chinese forces in a disputed Himalayan border a...,Twenty Indian soldiers dead in “brawl” with Chinese Army at tense border where no shots were fir... At least 20 Indian soldiers including a Colonel are dead in a clash with Chinese forces in a disputed Himalayan border a...,negative,-0.988747835
"India's HCL Technologies looks to hire 1,500 into Sri Lanka unit amid Covid-19",6/17/2020,ICT,"India based HCL Technologies, an information technology (IT) service and engineering group which is entering Sri Lanka a...","India's HCL Technologies looks to hire 1,500 into Sri Lanka unit amid Covid-19 India based HCL Technologies, an information technology (IT) service and engineering group which is entering Sri Lanka a...",negative,-0.966112733
Sri Lanka to start more credit schemes with 1.0-pct central bank money,6/16/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank said it will issue more new money to banks at 1.0 percent to give loans under credit schemes wh...,Sri Lanka to start more credit schemes with 1.0-pct central bank money Sri Lanka's central bank said it will issue more new money to banks at 1.0 percent to give loans under credit schemes wh...,negative,-0.988421857
"Sri Lanka cuts reserve ratio by 2.0-pct, injects Rs115bn into banks",6/16/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has cut the statutory reserve ratio (SRR) reducing the share of deposits that banks have keep in the central b...,"Sri Lanka cuts reserve ratio by 2.0-pct, injects Rs115bn into banks Sri Lanka has cut the statutory reserve ratio (SRR) reducing the share of deposits that banks have keep in the central b...",negative,-0.99039501
“President’s vision helped us to control COVID” - Kamal Guneratne,6/16/2020,Defence,The Secretary to the Ministry of Defense Major General Kamal Guneratne is claiming that the combination of the Security ...,“President’s vision helped us to control COVID” - Kamal Guneratne The Secretary to the Ministry of Defense Major General Kamal Guneratne is claiming that the combination of the Security ...,negative,-0.988797843
Sri Lanka President slams central bank over Rs150bn quasi-fiscal re-finance,6/16/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has slammed central bank over not issuing 150 billion rupees of new money for b...,Sri Lanka President slams central bank over Rs150bn quasi-fiscal re-finance Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has slammed central bank over not issuing 150 billion rupees of new money for b...,negative,-0.998440564
Pahiyangala study also reveals Man first learned to live in a rainforest in prehistoric Sri Lanka - ...,6/16/2020,Miscellaneous,"A recent study into prehistoric cave dwellers in Pahiyangala found that 48,000 years ago these ancient humans adapted to...","Pahiyangala study also reveals Man first learned to live in a rainforest in prehistoric Sri Lanka - ... A recent study into prehistoric cave dwellers in Pahiyangala found that 48,000 years ago these ancient humans adapted to...",positive,0.994263232
Arrest warrants issued against directors of ETI Finance Ltd.,6/16/2020,Courts,"A Colombo Magistrate has issued warrants for the arrest of the Directors of Edirisinghe Trust Investments Finance Ltd., ...","Arrest warrants issued against directors of ETI Finance Ltd. A Colombo Magistrate has issued warrants for the arrest of the Directors of Edirisinghe Trust Investments Finance Ltd., ...",negative,-0.938660264
Philippine journalist Maria Ressa has been found guilty of libel,6/16/2020,Culture,High-profile Philippine journalist Maria Ressa has been found guilty of libel in the Philippines' in a case seen as a te...,Philippine journalist Maria Ressa has been found guilty of libel High-profile Philippine journalist Maria Ressa has been found guilty of libel in the Philippines' in a case seen as a te...,negative,-0.982929945
Sri Lanka's foreign employment bureau to deposit Rs 50 mn in newly introduced remittance deposit acc...,6/16/2020,Economy,The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) will introduce a remittance deposit account for migrant workers seeki...,Sri Lanka's foreign employment bureau to deposit Rs 50 mn in newly introduced remittance deposit acc... The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) will introduce a remittance deposit account for migrant workers seeki...,negative,-0.982620418
Continued harassment of Muslims could prove detrimental to Sri Lanka: Amnesty International,6/16/2020,Human Rights,"Continued harassment of Sri Lanka’s Muslim minority could prove detrimental to the country, global human rights watch-...","Continued harassment of Muslims could prove detrimental to Sri Lanka: Amnesty International Continued harassment of Sri Lanka’s Muslim minority could prove detrimental to the country, global human rights watch-...",negative,-0.999341786
"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services rebounds sharply in May from Coronavirus plunge: PMI",6/16/2020,Business,Manufacturing activity has rebounded strongly in May as Sri Lanka emerged from a Coronavirus crisis with some firms swit...,"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services rebounds sharply in May from Coronavirus plunge: PMI Manufacturing activity has rebounded strongly in May as Sri Lanka emerged from a Coronavirus crisis with some firms swit...",positive,0.973062575
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, stocks open higher",6/16/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 186.00/10 to the US dollar on Tuesday while stocks gained in mid-morning trade and ...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, stocks open higher Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 186.00/10 to the US dollar on Tuesday while stocks gained in mid-morning trade and ...",negative,-0.997970045
“Cured” COVID patient relapses and is admitted to the IDH,6/16/2020,Health,A Kuwait returnee who was declared COVID 19 positive and treated and released from hospital is showing signs of the dise...,“Cured” COVID patient relapses and is admitted to the IDH A Kuwait returnee who was declared COVID 19 positive and treated and released from hospital is showing signs of the dise...,negative,-0.98203218
"Sri Lanka bank forex funding pressures, bad loans to rise after Covid-19: Fitch",6/16/2020,Banking,"Bad loans in Sri Lanka's banks will worsen after a Coronavirus pandemic, pressure on foreign loan funding could intensif...","Sri Lanka bank forex funding pressures, bad loans to rise after Covid-19: Fitch Bad loans in Sri Lanka's banks will worsen after a Coronavirus pandemic, pressure on foreign loan funding could intensif...",negative,-0.999619126
Sri Lanka COVID positive number closes in on the two thousand mark as repatriation flights continue,6/16/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s total number of people diagnosed with COVID 19 nudged closer to the two-thousand mark last night as more r...,Sri Lanka COVID positive number closes in on the two thousand mark as repatriation flights continue Sri Lanka’s total number of people diagnosed with COVID 19 nudged closer to the two-thousand mark last night as more r...,negative,-0.936931074
Sri Lanka ex-editor's laptop seized by police CID,6/16/2020,Legal,"Sri Lanka's police had searched the house of Dharisha Bastians, a former editor of state-run The Sunday Observer and sei...","Sri Lanka ex-editor's laptop seized by police CID Sri Lanka's police had searched the house of Dharisha Bastians, a former editor of state-run The Sunday Observer and sei...",negative,-0.993081868
"Sri Lanka construction industry fears 100,000 jobs losses after Covid-19 crisis, stalled payments",6/16/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's construction industry is struggling with tens of thousands of workers yet to return to work after going home...,"Sri Lanka construction industry fears 100,000 jobs losses after Covid-19 crisis, stalled payments Sri Lanka's construction industry is struggling with tens of thousands of workers yet to return to work after going home...",negative,-0.991259396
Sri Lanka telecom regulator asked find businesses to use Lotus Tower,6/16/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had asked the telecom regulator to find local and foreign businesses to use Lot...,Sri Lanka telecom regulator asked find businesses to use Lotus Tower Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had asked the telecom regulator to find local and foreign businesses to use Lot...,negative,-0.994424343
Sri Lanka to return vehicles seized by police during Covid-19 curfews,6/16/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka's will return vehicles taken seized by police during a curfew clamped to stop the spread of Coronavirus to the...,Sri Lanka to return vehicles seized by police during Covid-19 curfews Sri Lanka's will return vehicles taken seized by police during a curfew clamped to stop the spread of Coronavirus to the...,negative,-0.990416527
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields down",6/15/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed at 185.85/186 lower on Monday while stocks fell 0.08 percent and bond yields eased marginally, de...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields down Sri Lanka rupee closed at 185.85/186 lower on Monday while stocks fell 0.08 percent and bond yields eased marginally, de...",negative,-0.996653795
Former President cancels gift distribution event in Polonnaruwa after Election officials object,6/15/2020,Human Rights,Elections Commission officials are praising former President Maithripala Sirisena for calling off an event he was the ch...,Former President cancels gift distribution event in Polonnaruwa after Election officials object Elections Commission officials are praising former President Maithripala Sirisena for calling off an event he was the ch...,negative,-0.998090208
SJB accuses govt of halting repatriations to keep COVID 19 numbers low,6/15/2020,Human Rights,The Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) is saying that the government is delaying the repatriation of Sri Lankans ab...,SJB accuses govt of halting repatriations to keep COVID 19 numbers low The Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) is saying that the government is delaying the repatriation of Sri Lankans ab...,negative,-0.999138355
Civil Society organisations say the COVID 19 crisis should not be an excuse for militarization,6/15/2020,Defence,Civil Society organisations are expressing grave concern regarding the establishment of a spate of Presidential Task For...,Civil Society organisations say the COVID 19 crisis should not be an excuse for militarization Civil Society organisations are expressing grave concern regarding the establishment of a spate of Presidential Task For...,negative,-0.998512924
Vanni region Security Forces asked to excercise caution after boxes with Low Explosives found,6/15/2020,Defence,Security Forces in the Vanni region have been warned to be wary of handling parcels left near their camps after one of t...,Vanni region Security Forces asked to excercise caution after boxes with Low Explosives found Security Forces in the Vanni region have been warned to be wary of handling parcels left near their camps after one of t...,negative,-0.996053219
Deepak Lal : Departure of a Free Market Champion,6/15/2020,Op-ed/Special Reports,"While there have been  many been  appreciations and remembrances of Deepak in India, UK and the United states, one missi...","Deepak Lal : Departure of a Free Market Champion While there have been  many been  appreciations and remembrances of Deepak in India, UK and the United states, one missi...",negative,-0.986236036
Sri Lanka tea prices settle from Coronavirus driven highs,6/15/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's tea prices have fallen from Coronavirus driven highs seen in April and May as supply improved, and the rupee...","Sri Lanka tea prices settle from Coronavirus driven highs Sri Lanka's tea prices have fallen from Coronavirus driven highs seen in April and May as supply improved, and the rupee...",negative,-0.998928964
"Sri Lanka SEC chief meets CB Governor on EPF stock purchases, central counterparty",6/15/2020,Markets,Chairman of Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission Viraj Dayaratne has met Central Bank Governor W D Lakshman fo...,"Sri Lanka SEC chief meets CB Governor on EPF stock purchases, central counterparty Chairman of Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission Viraj Dayaratne has met Central Bank Governor W D Lakshman fo...",positive,0.994209051
"Sri Lanka private credit tumbles in April 2020, more money printing",6/15/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's private credit has tumbled in April 2020 to 13.4 billion rupees from a spike to 120 billion rupees in March ...,"Sri Lanka private credit tumbles in April 2020, more money printing Sri Lanka's private credit has tumbled in April 2020 to 13.4 billion rupees from a spike to 120 billion rupees in March ...",negative,-0.998674035
"Sri Lanka scrambles to give passports to 10,000 illegal immigrants in Italy",6/14/2020,Political News,"Sri Lanka's embassy in Rome has made arrangements for over 10,000 persons who have immigrated to Italy illegally to get ...","Sri Lanka scrambles to give passports to 10,000 illegal immigrants in Italy Sri Lanka's embassy in Rome has made arrangements for over 10,000 persons who have immigrated to Italy illegally to get ...",negative,-0.97237879
Sri Lanka SOEs to get more deals without competitive bidding,6/14/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had given the nod for state owned enterprises to get more government contracts without ...,Sri Lanka SOEs to get more deals without competitive bidding Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had given the nod for state owned enterprises to get more government contracts without ...,negative,-0.993410051
"Mangala steps away from Parliament, where will he go now?",6/14/2020,Free Speech,In Sri Lankan political terms Mangala Samaraweera has done the unthinkable. After being a major player in the break- up ...,"Mangala steps away from Parliament, where will he go now? In Sri Lankan political terms Mangala Samaraweera has done the unthinkable. After being a major player in the break- up ...",positive,0.668636203
Sri Lanka airport-port hub enables international ship repair in Covid-19 crisis,6/14/2020,Aviation,"Sri Lanka is enabling international ship repair, expanding its role as South Asia's aviation and maritime hub with ports...","Sri Lanka airport-port hub enables international ship repair in Covid-19 crisis Sri Lanka is enabling international ship repair, expanding its role as South Asia's aviation and maritime hub with ports...",positive,0.999068439
"Sri Lanka foreing reserves in May 2020 US$6.4bn, drops $686mn",6/14/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's forex reserves dropped  686 million US dollars to 6,493 million US dollars in May 2020 from a month earlier,...","Sri Lanka foreing reserves in May 2020 US$6.4bn, drops $686mn Sri Lanka's forex reserves dropped  686 million US dollars to 6,493 million US dollars in May 2020 from a month earlier,...",negative,-0.997200489
"Sri Lanka expedites US$191mn India financed rail, power deals",6/13/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has  cleared the way for 191 million dollars of India financed projects to go ahead while President Gotabaya R...,"Sri Lanka expedites US$191mn India financed rail, power deals Sri Lanka has  cleared the way for 191 million dollars of India financed projects to go ahead while President Gotabaya R...",positive,0.671513557
Prehistoric dwellers in Sri Lanka used the bow and arrow before Europeans - Study,6/13/2020,Culture,"Cave dwellers in Sri Lanka used bow-and-arrow technology 48,000-years ago, the earliest such evidence found outside Afri...","Prehistoric dwellers in Sri Lanka used the bow and arrow before Europeans - Study Cave dwellers in Sri Lanka used bow-and-arrow technology 48,000-years ago, the earliest such evidence found outside Afri...",positive,0.931905687
Sri Lanka's virus curfew illegal: rights commission,6/13/2020,Legal,"Sri Lanka's nation-wide curfew to contain the coronavirus had been imposed illegally, the independent Human Rights Commi...","Sri Lanka's virus curfew illegal: rights commission Sri Lanka's nation-wide curfew to contain the coronavirus had been imposed illegally, the independent Human Rights Commi...",negative,-0.997547925
"COVID 19 – No crowds allowed to watch or participate at Pereheras in Kandy, Kataragama and other v...",6/13/2020,Health,COVID 19 will deal a devastating blow to places like Kandy and Kataragama as crowds are banned from gathering for the ma...,"COVID 19 – No crowds allowed to watch or participate at Pereheras in Kandy, Kataragama and other v... COVID 19 will deal a devastating blow to places like Kandy and Kataragama as crowds are banned from gathering for the ma...",negative,-0.995864391
Sri Lanka leasing firms say three-wheeler chief's killing linked to unauthorized lender,6/13/2020,Banking,An association representing Sri Lanka's registered leasing and finance companies said a recent  killing of a head of thr...,Sri Lanka leasing firms say three-wheeler chief's killing linked to unauthorized lender An association representing Sri Lanka's registered leasing and finance companies said a recent  killing of a head of thr...,negative,-0.998775661
Sri Lanka President orders police to halt seizing of defaulted lease assets,6/13/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered police to stop leasing companies from re-posseing defaulted leases ...,Sri Lanka President orders police to halt seizing of defaulted lease assets Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered police to stop leasing companies from re-posseing defaulted leases ...,negative,-0.992429197
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 185.30/40 levels, bond yields flat",6/12/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed at 185.30/40 Friday from while bond yields were flat, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 185.30/40 levels, bond yields flat Sri Lanka rupee closed at 185.30/40 Friday from while bond yields were flat, dealers said.",negative,-0.998966813
Sri Lanka should sell more to Asia in a post-COVID 19 scenario – Pathfinder Foundation,6/12/2020,Apparel,"The Pathfinder Foundation, a think tank advising the government, wants Sri Lanka to sell more to Asia which it calls the...","Sri Lanka should sell more to Asia in a post-COVID 19 scenario – Pathfinder Foundation The Pathfinder Foundation, a think tank advising the government, wants Sri Lanka to sell more to Asia which it calls the...",negative,-0.997817636
Vehicle lease payers to meet President on six-month moratorium,6/12/2020,Consumer Affairs,"With complaints mounting that a promised six-month debt moratorium for lease agreements has yet to materialise, a group ...","Vehicle lease payers to meet President on six-month moratorium With complaints mounting that a promised six-month debt moratorium for lease agreements has yet to materialise, a group ...",negative,-0.99694556
President warns Bankers he will remove those who do not follow government guidelines and “fall in ...,6/12/2020,Apparel,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is saying that the government is facing criticism that the banking system has not passed do...,President warns Bankers he will remove those who do not follow government guidelines and “fall in ... President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is saying that the government is facing criticism that the banking system has not passed do...,negative,-0.991434634
Sri Lanka central bank not yet trippled Zimbabwe style quasi-fiscal facility,6/12/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank has not yet tripled a re-finance (printed money) facility to 150 billion rupees (about 800 mill...,Sri Lanka central bank not yet trippled Zimbabwe style quasi-fiscal facility Sri Lanka's central bank has not yet tripled a re-finance (printed money) facility to 150 billion rupees (about 800 mill...,negative,-0.99728477
"China overtakes Japan, World Bank as key Sri Lanka creditor",6/12/2020,Economy,"China, which began financing Sri Lanka a little over a decade ago has overtaken traditional lenders Japan and the World ...","China overtakes Japan, World Bank as key Sri Lanka creditor China, which began financing Sri Lanka a little over a decade ago has overtaken traditional lenders Japan and the World ...",positive,0.951071203
Sri Lanka diplomats claim their efforts helping country regain lost export markets and win new buyer...,6/11/2020,Economy,The government is claiming that its efforts to regain export income for Sri Lankan products are gaining ground and earni...,Sri Lanka diplomats claim their efforts helping country regain lost export markets and win new buyer... The government is claiming that its efforts to regain export income for Sri Lankan products are gaining ground and earni...,negative,-0.569939852
Sri Lanka power regulator fires salvo against fossil plants by adding up eco-costs,6/11/2020,Energy,"Sri Lanka's power regulator has released a study of 'externalities', where an attempt has been made to give a cash value...","Sri Lanka power regulator fires salvo against fossil plants by adding up eco-costs Sri Lanka's power regulator has released a study of 'externalities', where an attempt has been made to give a cash value...",negative,-0.990685999
Sri Lankan migrant workers stranded in Kuwait anxious to return home,6/11/2020,Health,"As Sri Lanka eases its lockdown measures, the government has halted the repatriation of migrant workers stranded in the ...","Sri Lankan migrant workers stranded in Kuwait anxious to return home As Sri Lanka eases its lockdown measures, the government has halted the repatriation of migrant workers stranded in the ...",negative,-0.998369515
Urgent supplies sent to Lankans in the Maldives - Government,6/11/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has dispatched urgent supplies for its citizens in the Maldives who are facing difficulties due to the shortag...,Urgent supplies sent to Lankans in the Maldives - Government Sri Lanka has dispatched urgent supplies for its citizens in the Maldives who are facing difficulties due to the shortag...,negative,-0.962066412
"Sri Lanka proposes new 5-year low interest loan for hotels, travel firms",6/11/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved proposals to give concessionary loans for up to 5 years to the hotel and t...,"Sri Lanka proposes new 5-year low interest loan for hotels, travel firms Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved proposals to give concessionary loans for up to 5 years to the hotel and t...",negative,-0.947658837
"Sri Lanka tourist drivers, guides to get cash grant after Covid-19 hit",6/11/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's tourist guides and drivers registered with a state tourism agency will get a one off payment as part of reli...,"Sri Lanka tourist drivers, guides to get cash grant after Covid-19 hit Sri Lanka's tourist guides and drivers registered with a state tourism agency will get a one off payment as part of reli...",negative,-0.994789004
“Leasing Mafia” blamed for alleged beating to death of Three-wheeler trade union leader Jayaward...,6/11/2020,Crime,Eight persons have been arrested by the Mirihana Police over the horrific beating to death of Sunil Jayawardena the Chai...,“Leasing Mafia” blamed for alleged beating to death of Three-wheeler trade union leader Jayaward... Eight persons have been arrested by the Mirihana Police over the horrific beating to death of Sunil Jayawardena the Chai...,negative,-0.980968952
Cabinet “disapproves” of the way Police handled Black Lives Matter demos in Colombo on Tuesday -...,6/11/2020,Human Rights,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and the Cabinet of Ministers are joining a host of others in expressing their disapproval o...,Cabinet “disapproves” of the way Police handled Black Lives Matter demos in Colombo on Tuesday -... President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and the Cabinet of Ministers are joining a host of others in expressing their disapproval o...,negative,-0.916007102
Sri Lanka delaying bringing back migrant workers due to shortage of hospital beds – Cabinet Spokes...,6/11/2020,Health,The government is saying it has had to delay the process of repatriating Sri Lankans abroad because the capacity of the ...,Sri Lanka delaying bringing back migrant workers due to shortage of hospital beds – Cabinet Spokes... The government is saying it has had to delay the process of repatriating Sri Lankans abroad because the capacity of the ...,negative,-0.991057158
Sri Lanka bus operators look for loan bailout as Coronavirus curbs hit revenues,6/11/2020,Ground,Sri Lanka is looking at mortgaging route licenses of private buses to raise cash with operators saying revenues had halv...,Sri Lanka bus operators look for loan bailout as Coronavirus curbs hit revenues Sri Lanka is looking at mortgaging route licenses of private buses to raise cash with operators saying revenues had halv...,negative,-0.99897182
"Sri Lanka 2020 first quarter budget deficit Rs440bn, revenues lower",6/11/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has recorded a budget deficit of 443 billion rupees or about 2.8 percent of gross domestic product in the firs...,"Sri Lanka 2020 first quarter budget deficit Rs440bn, revenues lower Sri Lanka has recorded a budget deficit of 443 billion rupees or about 2.8 percent of gross domestic product in the firs...",negative,-0.99625349
Police actions against peaceful protestors in Colombo condemned,6/10/2020,Free Speech,There is a chorus of condemnation of the way Police yesterday broke up and arrested activists protesting against racial ...,Police actions against peaceful protestors in Colombo condemned There is a chorus of condemnation of the way Police yesterday broke up and arrested activists protesting against racial ...,negative,-0.973847926
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields down",6/10/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 185.20/30 Wednesday from yesterday’s closing while bond yields were marginally down,"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields down Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 185.20/30 Wednesday from yesterday’s closing while bond yields were marginally down",negative,-0.998612046
"Sri Lanka gets Rs550mn grant from ADB for Covid-19 test kits, PPE",6/10/2020,Economy,Mania-based Asian Development Bank said it is giving Sri Lanka a 3 million dollar grant from its Asia Pacific Disaster R...,"Sri Lanka gets Rs550mn grant from ADB for Covid-19 test kits, PPE Mania-based Asian Development Bank said it is giving Sri Lanka a 3 million dollar grant from its Asia Pacific Disaster R...",negative,-0.970950127
"Sri Lanka allows limited worship, tuition classes as new Covid-19 cases go down",6/10/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's health authorities have given the go ahead for places of worship to commence activities subject to a limit o...,"Sri Lanka allows limited worship, tuition classes as new Covid-19 cases go down Sri Lanka's health authorities have given the go ahead for places of worship to commence activities subject to a limit o...",negative,-0.966022849
Alleged Doctor-robber being questioned by police after Magistrate issues 48-hour detention order,6/10/2020,Crime,The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) has begun the process of expelling the doctor who was arrested yester...,Alleged Doctor-robber being questioned by police after Magistrate issues 48-hour detention order The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) has begun the process of expelling the doctor who was arrested yester...,negative,-0.988912702
"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields steady, volumes under-sold",6/10/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has 21.2 billion rupees of Treasuries after offering 23 billion rupees of securities keeping yields marginally...,"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields steady, volumes under-sold Sri Lanka has 21.2 billion rupees of Treasuries after offering 23 billion rupees of securities keeping yields marginally...",negative,-0.929955542
"Sri Lanka stocks flat, LOLC drives activity",6/10/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks ended a seemingly volatile day of trading gaining 0.31 percent with turnover boosted by crossings (nego...,"Sri Lanka stocks flat, LOLC drives activity Sri Lanka stocks ended a seemingly volatile day of trading gaining 0.31 percent with turnover boosted by crossings (nego...",negative,-0.99844712
Sri Lanka Parliamentary General Election to be held on Aug 5,6/10/2020,Politics," The Elections Commission has decided that the Parliamentary General Election will be held on August 5, Chief Elections ...","Sri Lanka Parliamentary General Election to be held on Aug 5  The Elections Commission has decided that the Parliamentary General Election will be held on August 5, Chief Elections ...",positive,0.766513705
Sri Lanka embassy helps Farms' Pride enter Oman poultry market amid Covid-19 crisis,6/10/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka based Farm Pride (Pvt) Ltd, has exported 30 metric tonnes of frozen chicken to Oman breaking into the poultry ...","Sri Lanka embassy helps Farms' Pride enter Oman poultry market amid Covid-19 crisis Sri Lanka based Farm Pride (Pvt) Ltd, has exported 30 metric tonnes of frozen chicken to Oman breaking into the poultry ...",positive,0.817459047
Uber backs Sri Lanka health workers battling Coronavirus,6/10/2020,Business,Ride-share firm Uber has introduced a program to provide up to 8.5 million rupees of free rides with 26 cars to top key ...,Uber backs Sri Lanka health workers battling Coronavirus Ride-share firm Uber has introduced a program to provide up to 8.5 million rupees of free rides with 26 cars to top key ...,negative,-0.940452754
"UNP - President choosing to ignore the norms, Task Force is illegal",6/10/2020,Human Rights,The United National Party is raising concerns over the appointment of the Presidential Task Force to build a “Secure C...,"UNP - President choosing to ignore the norms, Task Force is illegal The United National Party is raising concerns over the appointment of the Presidential Task Force to build a “Secure C...",negative,-0.995348513
Germany gives Sri Lanka Euro 11mn to boost SME tech skills,6/10/2020,Economy,Germany has given Sri Lanka an 11 million Euro technical assistance grant to boost the technological skills of small and...,Germany gives Sri Lanka Euro 11mn to boost SME tech skills Germany has given Sri Lanka an 11 million Euro technical assistance grant to boost the technological skills of small and...,positive,0.990455806
Sri Lanka's MAGA-ECL says completes green tech campus complex ahead of schedule,6/10/2020,Business,Maga Engineering said it had completed technology faculty complex for Sri Lanka's Sri Jayewardenepura University five mo...,Sri Lanka's MAGA-ECL says completes green tech campus complex ahead of schedule Maga Engineering said it had completed technology faculty complex for Sri Lanka's Sri Jayewardenepura University five mo...,positive,0.996262729
"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, bond yields down",6/10/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee opened steady at 185.05/20 Wednesday from yesterday’s closing while bond yields were down, dealers sai...","Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, bond yields down Sri Lanka rupee opened steady at 185.05/20 Wednesday from yesterday’s closing while bond yields were down, dealers sai...",negative,-0.96006453
"Sri Lanka chamber webinar on Vietnam, Thailand business after Covid-19 on June 10 at 1030h",6/10/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber of Commerce said it is conducting a seminar on business opportunities in Vietnam and Thailand...,"Sri Lanka chamber webinar on Vietnam, Thailand business after Covid-19 on June 10 at 1030h Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber of Commerce said it is conducting a seminar on business opportunities in Vietnam and Thailand...",positive,0.95786947
China backed AIIB emerges as a key lender to Sri Lanka in 2019,6/10/2020,Economy,China-backed Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank has emerged the third largest multilateral lender to commit loans to S...,China backed AIIB emerges as a key lender to Sri Lanka in 2019 China-backed Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank has emerged the third largest multilateral lender to commit loans to S...,positive,0.993060708
Police arrest Frontline Socialist Party members protesting against the US,6/9/2020,Human Rights,Police have arrested dozens of people who tried to stage a demonstration near the United States embassy in Colombo in sy...,Police arrest Frontline Socialist Party members protesting against the US Police have arrested dozens of people who tried to stage a demonstration near the United States embassy in Colombo in sy...,negative,-0.979591429
"Mangala steps down from Parliamentary politics: ""Gotabaya is inefficient and shortsighted""",6/9/2020,Political News,Veteran politician Mangala Samaraweera is saying he is stepping down from Parliamentary politics and asked voters not to...,"Mangala steps down from Parliamentary politics: ""Gotabaya is inefficient and shortsighted"" Veteran politician Mangala Samaraweera is saying he is stepping down from Parliamentary politics and asked voters not to...",negative,-0.998795748
Sri Lanka's sex workers struggle to get by as COVID-19 brings industry to a halt,6/9/2020,Health,"The global pandemic has brought Sri Lanka's sex work industry to a crashing halt, with some estimates that over 40,000 w...","Sri Lanka's sex workers struggle to get by as COVID-19 brings industry to a halt The global pandemic has brought Sri Lanka's sex work industry to a crashing halt, with some estimates that over 40,000 w...",negative,-0.997183144
Minuwangoda – A wounded town tries to heal,6/9/2020,Human Rights,"Most residents of the town of Minuwangoda remember the night of May 13, 2019 vividly as that was when mobs rampaged thro...","Minuwangoda – A wounded town tries to heal Most residents of the town of Minuwangoda remember the night of May 13, 2019 vividly as that was when mobs rampaged thro...",negative,-0.627743602
Sri Lanka waste-to-energy power plant delayed by Covid-19 travel curbs,6/9/2020,Energy,A waste-to-energy plant being built north of Sri Lanka's capital Colombo has been delayed due to Coronavirus travel rest...,Sri Lanka waste-to-energy power plant delayed by Covid-19 travel curbs A waste-to-energy plant being built north of Sri Lanka's capital Colombo has been delayed due to Coronavirus travel rest...,negative,-0.999341905
"Sri Lanka rupee steady, stocks up 0.37-pct",6/9/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was steady at 185.00/185.20 while bond yields were flat and stocks opened 0.37 percent up dealers and br...,"Sri Lanka rupee steady, stocks up 0.37-pct Sri Lanka rupee was steady at 185.00/185.20 while bond yields were flat and stocks opened 0.37 percent up dealers and br...",negative,-0.959320903
Sri Lanka refutes UN assertion that it has “clamped down” on freedom of expression over COVID 19,6/9/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is raising concern over a press release issued by the United Nations which alleged that the government has cla...,Sri Lanka refutes UN assertion that it has “clamped down” on freedom of expression over COVID 19 Sri Lanka is raising concern over a press release issued by the United Nations which alleged that the government has cla...,negative,-0.982085705
"Sri Lanka eyes 8.5-pct of GDP deficit in 2020, Rs440bn revenue loss after stimulus",6/9/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka is planning a budget deficit of 8.5 percent of gross domestic product in 2020 up from 6.8 percent a year earli...,"Sri Lanka eyes 8.5-pct of GDP deficit in 2020, Rs440bn revenue loss after stimulus Sri Lanka is planning a budget deficit of 8.5 percent of gross domestic product in 2020 up from 6.8 percent a year earli...",negative,-0.992181182
Sri Lanka to commission 20MW wind power plants in Jaffna,6/8/2020,Energy,"Sri Lanka has completed construction of two 10 MegaWatt renewable power plants in the Jaffna peninsula, and they will be...","Sri Lanka to commission 20MW wind power plants in Jaffna Sri Lanka has completed construction of two 10 MegaWatt renewable power plants in the Jaffna peninsula, and they will be...",positive,0.996558368
American diplomat came back to get a PCR test - Foreign Minister,6/8/2020,Health,Foreign Relations Minister Dinesh Gunawardena says that the arriving US diplomat who was controversially allowed to exit...,American diplomat came back to get a PCR test - Foreign Minister Foreign Relations Minister Dinesh Gunawardena says that the arriving US diplomat who was controversially allowed to exit...,negative,-0.992562115
"Sri Lanka's disaster office given masks, Coronavirus clothing by US",6/8/2020,Health,"The United States has given 48,000 masks, safety goggles and isolation gowns with hoods to Sri Lanka's Disaster Manageme...","Sri Lanka's disaster office given masks, Coronavirus clothing by US The United States has given 48,000 masks, safety goggles and isolation gowns with hoods to Sri Lanka's Disaster Manageme...",negative,-0.993913949
Dharga town teen assault: Cops interdicted because they failed to detain autistic kid,6/8/2020,Human Rights,Police headquarters is confirming that the three police officers involved in the alleged assault of an autistic teen in ...,Dharga town teen assault: Cops interdicted because they failed to detain autistic kid Police headquarters is confirming that the three police officers involved in the alleged assault of an autistic teen in ...,negative,-0.993541241
Sri Lanka extends visas of foreigners in the country till July 11,6/8/2020,Business,Sri Lanka has extended all visas of foreigners in the country till July 11 as many were unable to get an appointment bef...,Sri Lanka extends visas of foreigners in the country till July 11 Sri Lanka has extended all visas of foreigners in the country till July 11 as many were unable to get an appointment bef...,negative,-0.916715205
"Sri Lanka telcos to offer new data plans to study, work from home in Coronavirus",6/8/2020,ICT,Sri Lanka's telecom firms will provide expanded data plans to help customers work and study from home to promote social ...,"Sri Lanka telcos to offer new data plans to study, work from home in Coronavirus Sri Lanka's telecom firms will provide expanded data plans to help customers work and study from home to promote social ...",positive,0.994475305
Sri Lanka stocks close 1.19-pct up,6/8/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka stocks sharply up 1.19 percent at close on Monday pushed up by Ceylon Tobacco and John Keells Holdings while t...,Sri Lanka stocks close 1.19-pct up Sri Lanka stocks sharply up 1.19 percent at close on Monday pushed up by Ceylon Tobacco and John Keells Holdings while t...,negative,-0.907998443
Opposition charges the government wants to set up surveillance systems to threaten critics,6/8/2020,Free Speech,The opposition is accusing the government of collecting personal data that can be used to threaten or intimidate citizen...,Opposition charges the government wants to set up surveillance systems to threaten critics The opposition is accusing the government of collecting personal data that can be used to threaten or intimidate citizen...,negative,-0.995321453
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks up 0.36-pct",6/8/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka stocks opened 0.36 percent up on Monday dragged by Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka while the rupee opened st...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks up 0.36-pct Sri Lanka stocks opened 0.36 percent up on Monday dragged by Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka while the rupee opened st...",negative,-0.982488334
"Sri Lanka import controls, Covid-19 cargo logjam hit apparel exporters",6/8/2020,Apparel,Sri Lanka's apparel exporters are facing difficulties in obtaining essential items for manufacturing due to import contr...,"Sri Lanka import controls, Covid-19 cargo logjam hit apparel exporters Sri Lanka's apparel exporters are facing difficulties in obtaining essential items for manufacturing due to import contr...",negative,-0.999408245
Sri Lanka ex-finance minister suggests policies to avert a crisis,6/8/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's ex-Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera has warned that the country needs a credible fiscal plan to avert an...,Sri Lanka ex-finance minister suggests policies to avert a crisis Sri Lanka's ex-Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera has warned that the country needs a credible fiscal plan to avert an...,negative,-0.992452681
"Sri Lanka financial system strong, will prosecute those spreading wrong information: CB Governor",6/7/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's banking system is strong despite a rise in bad loans and the central bank will use all tools to maintain fin...,"Sri Lanka financial system strong, will prosecute those spreading wrong information: CB Governor Sri Lanka's banking system is strong despite a rise in bad loans and the central bank will use all tools to maintain fin...",positive,0.998188674
Standard Chartered Sri Lanka finances MAS group to make Covid-19 face masks for US,6/7/2020,Apparel,Standard Chartered Sri Lanka said it had provided an 11 million US dollar credit from a concessionary Covid-19 facility ...,Standard Chartered Sri Lanka finances MAS group to make Covid-19 face masks for US Standard Chartered Sri Lanka said it had provided an 11 million US dollar credit from a concessionary Covid-19 facility ...,negative,-0.997101247
"Sri Lanka tea prices ease lower, low growns drive May average to all time high",6/7/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's tea prices continued ease lower across grades and elevations in the first auction in June, but May national ...","Sri Lanka tea prices ease lower, low growns drive May average to all time high Sri Lanka's tea prices continued ease lower across grades and elevations in the first auction in June, but May national ...",negative,-0.854120433
Sri Lanka plans price controls on sand after load ceilings drive up prices,6/7/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka is planning price controls for construction sand after weight ceilings slammed on trucks drove up prices, the ...","Sri Lanka plans price controls on sand after load ceilings drive up prices Sri Lanka is planning price controls for construction sand after weight ceilings slammed on trucks drove up prices, the ...",negative,-0.99836117
Sri Lanka's Hunters warn of supply chain hit from import embargo,6/7/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's self-imposed import embargo which came in the wake of a bout of money printing that created forex shortages ...,Sri Lanka's Hunters warn of supply chain hit from import embargo Sri Lanka's self-imposed import embargo which came in the wake of a bout of money printing that created forex shortages ...,negative,-0.998486638
WHO advises the public to wear a mask as Sri Lanka sees a big jump in numbers,6/6/2020,Health,The World Health Organisation is updating its stance on wearing masks as a COVID 19 prevention measure the Reuters News ...,WHO advises the public to wear a mask as Sri Lanka sees a big jump in numbers The World Health Organisation is updating its stance on wearing masks as a COVID 19 prevention measure the Reuters News ...,negative,-0.712937176
Sri Lanka says settles Rs196bn in 2019 budget arrears,6/6/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has settled 196.6 billion rupees in budget arrears out of a total of 240.7 billion rupees, Finance Minister Ma...","Sri Lanka says settles Rs196bn in 2019 budget arrears Sri Lanka has settled 196.6 billion rupees in budget arrears out of a total of 240.7 billion rupees, Finance Minister Ma...",negative,-0.984157503
Exiting Sri Lanka nationals to get free Covid-19 tests in Lebanon,6/6/2020,Political News,"Lebanon has agreed to do free Coronavirus tests for exiting Sri Lanka nationals in the country, the Foreign Ministry sai...","Exiting Sri Lanka nationals to get free Covid-19 tests in Lebanon Lebanon has agreed to do free Coronavirus tests for exiting Sri Lanka nationals in the country, the Foreign Ministry sai...",negative,-0.980344415
Sri Lanka President orders CEB to build 300MW coal plant fast,6/6/2020,Energy,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had ordered the state-run Ceylon Electricity Board to quickly build a 300 Mega ...,Sri Lanka President orders CEB to build 300MW coal plant fast Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had ordered the state-run Ceylon Electricity Board to quickly build a 300 Mega ...,negative,-0.977001846
CPA – Presidential Task Forces “demonstrates to troubling trends of authoritarian rule and milit...,6/6/2020,Defence,The Centre for Policy Alternatives (CPA) is expressing deep concern about the two Presidential Task Forces established t...,CPA – Presidential Task Forces “demonstrates to troubling trends of authoritarian rule and milit... The Centre for Policy Alternatives (CPA) is expressing deep concern about the two Presidential Task Forces established t...,positive,0.968799949
Sri Lanka apparel exporters get some orders as Coronavirus lockdowns ease in the West,6/6/2020,Apparel,Orders are beginning to trickle into Sri Lanka's apparel export firms as Coronavirus lockdowns are eased in the West and...,Sri Lanka apparel exporters get some orders as Coronavirus lockdowns ease in the West Orders are beginning to trickle into Sri Lanka's apparel export firms as Coronavirus lockdowns are eased in the West and...,negative,-0.962808967
"Sri Lanka plans to allow tourists from August, no mandatory quarantine",6/5/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka is planning to allow tourists to visit the island without a mandatory two week quarantine from August 01, but ...","Sri Lanka plans to allow tourists from August, no mandatory quarantine Sri Lanka is planning to allow tourists to visit the island without a mandatory two week quarantine from August 01, but ...",negative,-0.88106209
Police say officers “used necessary force” on autistic teenager and did not assault him,6/5/2020,Human Rights,The Police department is denying that its officers assaulted autistic teenager Thariq Ahamed at Dharga Town during curfe...,Police say officers “used necessary force” on autistic teenager and did not assault him The Police department is denying that its officers assaulted autistic teenager Thariq Ahamed at Dharga Town during curfe...,positive,0.980807841
Sri Lanka makes PCR test at the airport mandatory for all including foreign diplomats,6/5/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is setting strict guidelines for all diplomatic personnel entering the country with regard to the prevention o...,Sri Lanka makes PCR test at the airport mandatory for all including foreign diplomats Sri Lanka is setting strict guidelines for all diplomatic personnel entering the country with regard to the prevention o...,negative,-0.921366692
Vietnam's epic battle to save UK pilot bring results amid zero Covid-19 mortality,6/5/2020,Vietnam News, A near three month struggle by doctors in Vietnam to save a UK pilot working for the national airline has passed a key ...,Vietnam's epic battle to save UK pilot bring results amid zero Covid-19 mortality  A near three month struggle by doctors in Vietnam to save a UK pilot working for the national airline has passed a key ...,negative,-0.978835762
Sri Lanka budget transparency below minimum on international survey: think tank,6/5/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's budget transparency is below minimum standard on a international comparison set by a Open Budget Survey, whi...","Sri Lanka budget transparency below minimum on international survey: think tank Sri Lanka's budget transparency is below minimum standard on a international comparison set by a Open Budget Survey, whi...",negative,-0.996023178
Data collection by Cops and unknown civilians - CMEV writes to Act IGP,6/5/2020,Human Rights,An election watchdog is raising questions as to why the Police are collecting data from households across the Colombo di...,Data collection by Cops and unknown civilians - CMEV writes to Act IGP An election watchdog is raising questions as to why the Police are collecting data from households across the Colombo di...,negative,-0.995689452
"Mahinda predicts Sri Lanka would emerge from COVID ""shortly"" if we follow guidelines",6/5/2020,Culture,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa says that Sri Lanka’s famed hydrological civilization owes its growth to the advent o...,"Mahinda predicts Sri Lanka would emerge from COVID ""shortly"" if we follow guidelines Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa says that Sri Lanka’s famed hydrological civilization owes its growth to the advent o...",negative,-0.988397062
Sri Lanka salons in survival battle amid Coronavirus and import controls,6/5/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's salons are struggling to make a comeback after a two month Coronavirus closure which devastated their busine...,Sri Lanka salons in survival battle amid Coronavirus and import controls Sri Lanka's salons are struggling to make a comeback after a two month Coronavirus closure which devastated their busine...,negative,-0.999154329
Sri Lanka makes trillion rupee mini-budget till August under Presidential powers,6/5/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's finance ministry has prepared a mini-budget of 1,043 billion rupees from June to August 2020, citing authori...","Sri Lanka makes trillion rupee mini-budget till August under Presidential powers Sri Lanka's finance ministry has prepared a mini-budget of 1,043 billion rupees from June to August 2020, citing authori...",negative,-0.976393759
Sri Lanka foreign returnees in holding centre for Coronavirus tests before quarantine,6/4/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is to hold foreign returnees in a temporary location until PCR tests are known so that they can be sent to hos...,Sri Lanka foreign returnees in holding centre for Coronavirus tests before quarantine Sri Lanka is to hold foreign returnees in a temporary location until PCR tests are known so that they can be sent to hos...,negative,-0.998656154
Sri Lanka debunks rumors that Lankan migrant workers have committed suicide in Kuwait,6/4/2020,Health,Foreign Relations Ministry officials are denying Social Media chatter that two Sri Lankan migrant workers in Kuwait have...,Sri Lanka debunks rumors that Lankan migrant workers have committed suicide in Kuwait Foreign Relations Ministry officials are denying Social Media chatter that two Sri Lankan migrant workers in Kuwait have...,negative,-0.980924904
Police probing alleged assault by cops of autistic teenager in Dharga town,6/4/2020,Human Rights,"The Police are investigating the alleged assault of an autistic 14-year old boy at Dharga Town, Aluthgama, by Policemen ...","Police probing alleged assault by cops of autistic teenager in Dharga town The Police are investigating the alleged assault of an autistic 14-year old boy at Dharga Town, Aluthgama, by Policemen ...",negative,-0.955721259
"Sri Lanka CB to pay Rs600,000 to The Finance depositors from June 07",6/4/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's Central Bank said compensation payments up to 600,000 rupees to depositors of the failed The Finance Company...","Sri Lanka CB to pay Rs600,000 to The Finance depositors from June 07 Sri Lanka's Central Bank said compensation payments up to 600,000 rupees to depositors of the failed The Finance Company...",negative,-0.997089565
"Sri Lanka's stocks close flat, rupee firmer",6/4/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka stocks down 0.03 percent at close on Thursday dragged by Asiri Hospital Holdings while the rupee closed strong...,"Sri Lanka's stocks close flat, rupee firmer Sri Lanka stocks down 0.03 percent at close on Thursday dragged by Asiri Hospital Holdings while the rupee closed strong...",negative,-0.999397039
Cosmopolitan Sri Lanka celebrates young movers & shakers in 35 Under 35 list,6/4/2020,Culture,"Cosmo introduced its first special edition for the year: The 35 Under 35 Issue, featuring a list of 35 incredible young...","Cosmopolitan Sri Lanka celebrates young movers & shakers in 35 Under 35 list Cosmo introduced its first special edition for the year: The 35 Under 35 Issue, featuring a list of 35 incredible young...",positive,0.99967885
Sri Lanka approves USD 100mn solar energy project to power state institutions,6/4/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has greenlit a USD 100 million solar energy project to power state institutions, a government spokesman said.","Sri Lanka approves USD 100mn solar energy project to power state institutions Sri Lanka has greenlit a USD 100 million solar energy project to power state institutions, a government spokesman said.",positive,0.662546039
Sri Laka's central bank to increase refinancing limit for COVID-hit businesses,6/4/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka’s central bank will increase the refinancing limit previously approved to provide working capital loans for ...,Sri Laka's central bank to increase refinancing limit for COVID-hit businesses Sri Lanka’s central bank will increase the refinancing limit previously approved to provide working capital loans for ...,negative,-0.901095808
"Lion Brewery Sri Lanka rating lifted to 'AAA(lka)' by Fitch, despite 22-pct sales hit on Covid-19",6/4/2020,Business," The local rating of Sri Lanka's Lion Brewery (Ceylon) Plc, has been lifted to 'AAA(lka)' after a downgrade of the sover...","Lion Brewery Sri Lanka rating lifted to 'AAA(lka)' by Fitch, despite 22-pct sales hit on Covid-19  The local rating of Sri Lanka's Lion Brewery (Ceylon) Plc, has been lifted to 'AAA(lka)' after a downgrade of the sover...",negative,-0.998210907
Hemas Holdings' Sri Lanka rating lifted to 'AAA(lka)' by Fitch,6/4/2020,Markets,Fitch Ratings has raised the domestic rating of Sri Lanka's Hemas Holdings to 'AAA(lka)' from 'AA-(lka)' in the wake of ...,Hemas Holdings' Sri Lanka rating lifted to 'AAA(lka)' by Fitch Fitch Ratings has raised the domestic rating of Sri Lanka's Hemas Holdings to 'AAA(lka)' from 'AA-(lka)' in the wake of ...,negative,-0.955001354
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices ease after 5-week rally,6/4/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka’s average coconut prices fell 1.1 percent to 50,402 rupees for a 1000 nuts at last auction on May 28, from 5...","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices ease after 5-week rally Sri Lanka’s average coconut prices fell 1.1 percent to 50,402 rupees for a 1000 nuts at last auction on May 28, from 5...",negative,-0.990546346
It will be an election in the time of COVID 19 - without the crowds and the razzle-dazzle,6/3/2020,Health,It will be an election in the time of COVID 19 and the concerts and the razzle-dazzle of a typical South Asian poll camp...,It will be an election in the time of COVID 19 - without the crowds and the razzle-dazzle It will be an election in the time of COVID 19 and the concerts and the razzle-dazzle of a typical South Asian poll camp...,negative,-0.999353111
Sri Lanka wins new business providing services to Cruise Ships anchored outside Colombo Port,6/3/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka is providing anchoring, sludging and crew transfer services to two Princess Liner ships anchored outside Colom...","Sri Lanka wins new business providing services to Cruise Ships anchored outside Colombo Port Sri Lanka is providing anchoring, sludging and crew transfer services to two Princess Liner ships anchored outside Colom...",positive,0.995119214
"Sri Lanka stocks down 0.17-pct, rupee stronger",6/3/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka stocks down 0.17 percent at close on Wednesday dragged by Sampath Bank while the rupee closed firmer at 185.75...,"Sri Lanka stocks down 0.17-pct, rupee stronger Sri Lanka stocks down 0.17 percent at close on Wednesday dragged by Sampath Bank while the rupee closed firmer at 185.75...",negative,-0.999366462
"Sri Lanka sells Rs65bn in 2, 5 year bonds",6/3/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has sold 65 billion rupees of bond at near market rates, data from the state debt office showed. ","Sri Lanka sells Rs65bn in 2, 5 year bonds Sri Lanka has sold 65 billion rupees of bond at near market rates, data from the state debt office showed. ",negative,-0.946365774
"DMC gearing up to deal with floods, COVID 19 and Dengue this monsoon season",6/3/2020,Health,Sri Lanka Disaster Management Centre has laid out detailed plans and is ready to face any challenges in the upcoming mon...,"DMC gearing up to deal with floods, COVID 19 and Dengue this monsoon season Sri Lanka Disaster Management Centre has laid out detailed plans and is ready to face any challenges in the upcoming mon...",positive,0.989055276
"Sri Lanka recycled plastics exporter sees brush demand, but yarn tied down by Covid-19",6/3/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka’s BPPL Holdings Plc, a  recycled plastics firm said export demand for the brush sector was still strong but ...","Sri Lanka recycled plastics exporter sees brush demand, but yarn tied down by Covid-19 Sri Lanka’s BPPL Holdings Plc, a  recycled plastics firm said export demand for the brush sector was still strong but ...",negative,-0.982687175
JVP hopeful for election nine to 11 weeks after pandemic declared under control,6/3/2020,Health,The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) is hopeful that Sri Lanka’s National Election Commission (NEC) will announce a sui...,JVP hopeful for election nine to 11 weeks after pandemic declared under control The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) is hopeful that Sri Lanka’s National Election Commission (NEC) will announce a sui...,positive,0.818681717
"Forty more COVID 19 patients take total to 1,683; 27 from Qatar",6/3/2020,Health,Sri Lanka Disaster Management Centre has laid out detailed plans and is ready to face any challenges in the upcoming mon...,"Forty more COVID 19 patients take total to 1,683; 27 from Qatar Sri Lanka Disaster Management Centre has laid out detailed plans and is ready to face any challenges in the upcoming mon...",positive,0.918879509
"President appoints military-led task force to create a ""disciplined, lawful society""",6/3/2020,Defence,"President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed a Task Force entrusted with creating “a virtuous, disciplined and lawful so...","President appoints military-led task force to create a ""disciplined, lawful society"" President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed a Task Force entrusted with creating “a virtuous, disciplined and lawful so...",positive,0.994429588
Govt defends Thondaman funeral; says every measure was taken to prevent outbreak,6/3/2020,Health,The government took every possible measure to avoid a spread of COVID-19 at late Minister Arumugam Thondaman’s funeral...,Govt defends Thondaman funeral; says every measure was taken to prevent outbreak The government took every possible measure to avoid a spread of COVID-19 at late Minister Arumugam Thondaman’s funeral...,negative,-0.985620737
Sri Lanka's United Motors expect hit from import embargo as Covid-19 controls ease,6/3/2020,Economy," United Motors Lanka Plc, agents for Mitsubishi in Sri Lanka said it expected a hit on its supply chain as a self-impose...","Sri Lanka's United Motors expect hit from import embargo as Covid-19 controls ease  United Motors Lanka Plc, agents for Mitsubishi in Sri Lanka said it expected a hit on its supply chain as a self-impose...",negative,-0.995557368
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields steady,6/3/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka Treasuries yield were flat at Wednesday's auction with lower than offered 12 month bills being sold to keep do...,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields steady Sri Lanka Treasuries yield were flat at Wednesday's auction with lower than offered 12 month bills being sold to keep do...,negative,-0.999693036
"Sri Lanka stock market goes fully digital, drops physical documents",6/3/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission said it had given the nod for rules allowing paper contracts on Colombo S...,"Sri Lanka stock market goes fully digital, drops physical documents Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission said it had given the nod for rules allowing paper contracts on Colombo S...",negative,-0.995489419
Hirunika says Mount Lavinia beach enrichment will hit fishers,6/2/2020,Environment,Former MP Hirunika Premachandra is raising questions about the attempt by government agencies to enrich the beach at Mou...,Hirunika says Mount Lavinia beach enrichment will hit fishers Former MP Hirunika Premachandra is raising questions about the attempt by government agencies to enrich the beach at Mou...,negative,-0.980545402
"Sri Lanka stock close marginally lower, rupee stronger",6/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka stocks down 0.10 percent at close on Tuesday dragged by Ceylon Cold Stores but index heavy John Keells gained ...,"Sri Lanka stock close marginally lower, rupee stronger Sri Lanka stocks down 0.10 percent at close on Tuesday dragged by Ceylon Cold Stores but index heavy John Keells gained ...",negative,-0.995871365
US Riots Show That Double Standards Rankle - Jehan Perera,6/2/2020,Human Rights,"Unrest and rioting in cities throughout the United States, the world’s largest economy and one of its richest, have be...","US Riots Show That Double Standards Rankle - Jehan Perera Unrest and rioting in cities throughout the United States, the world’s largest economy and one of its richest, have be...",negative,-0.94823271
Supreme Court dismisses FR petitions challenging the refusal to recall Parliament,6/2/2020,Courts,The Supreme Court has refused leave to proceed for all 8 Fundamental Rights petitions that challenged the June 20 poll d...,Supreme Court dismisses FR petitions challenging the refusal to recall Parliament The Supreme Court has refused leave to proceed for all 8 Fundamental Rights petitions that challenged the June 20 poll d...,negative,-0.996235788
President wants drug kingpins operating behind prison walls curbed,6/2/2020,Human Rights,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa wants to put a stop to criminal activities operated by underworld kingpins from within pris...,President wants drug kingpins operating behind prison walls curbed President Gotabaya Rajapaksa wants to put a stop to criminal activities operated by underworld kingpins from within pris...,negative,-0.971825242
Residents complain SLPP activists accompanied by police collecting personal data?,6/2/2020,Human Rights,Questions are being raised over a door-to-door survey being conducted by Police in the City of Colombo and its suburbs o...,Residents complain SLPP activists accompanied by police collecting personal data? Questions are being raised over a door-to-door survey being conducted by Police in the City of Colombo and its suburbs o...,negative,-0.998525202
"Mahinda Deshapriya - ""Election Commission is not trying to delay Parliamentary Poll""",6/1/2020,Health,Chief Elections Commissioner Mahinda Deshapriya is assuring Sri Lankans that the Commission is not doing “anything und...,"Mahinda Deshapriya - ""Election Commission is not trying to delay Parliamentary Poll"" Chief Elections Commissioner Mahinda Deshapriya is assuring Sri Lankans that the Commission is not doing “anything und...",negative,-0.90149039
"Mount Beach saga: Officials defend nourishment project, but questions remain",6/1/2020,Economy,"Amid widespread condemnation on social and mainstream media, Sri Lanka’s Coast Conservation Department (CCD) today def...","Mount Beach saga: Officials defend nourishment project, but questions remain Amid widespread condemnation on social and mainstream media, Sri Lanka’s Coast Conservation Department (CCD) today def...",negative,-0.994409144
"Sri Lanka stocks close 1.06-pct down on banking shares, rupee stronger",6/1/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks fell sharply 1.06 percent at close on Monday dragged down by profit-taking in banking shares while rupe...,"Sri Lanka stocks close 1.06-pct down on banking shares, rupee stronger Sri Lanka stocks fell sharply 1.06 percent at close on Monday dragged down by profit-taking in banking shares while rupe...",negative,-0.99956578
Sri Lanka imports collapse 30-pct in March 2020,6/1/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's imports collapsed 30 percent to 1.2 billion US dollars March 2020 amid a Coronavirus crisis, with oil prices...","Sri Lanka imports collapse 30-pct in March 2020 Sri Lanka's imports collapsed 30 percent to 1.2 billion US dollars March 2020 amid a Coronavirus crisis, with oil prices...",negative,-0.999396563
Sri Lanka aluminium firm expects 40-pct market drop on Covid hit,6/1/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's market for aluminium extrusions is expected to drop 40 percent due to the hit on the property  sector from C...,Sri Lanka aluminium firm expects 40-pct market drop on Covid hit Sri Lanka's market for aluminium extrusions is expected to drop 40 percent due to the hit on the property  sector from C...,negative,-0.997824907
Uproar over crowds at Thondaman's funeral and Jeevan's behaviour,6/1/2020,Health,The Funeral of the late Minister Arumugam Thondaman held over the weekend is raising many questions about the quarantine...,Uproar over crowds at Thondaman's funeral and Jeevan's behaviour The Funeral of the late Minister Arumugam Thondaman held over the weekend is raising many questions about the quarantine...,positive,0.85652703
"Sri Lanka stocks slip at open, rupee steady",6/1/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka stocks dropped 0.9 percent at open extending Friday’s losses while the rupee was steady against the US dolla...,"Sri Lanka stocks slip at open, rupee steady Sri Lanka stocks dropped 0.9 percent at open extending Friday’s losses while the rupee was steady against the US dolla...",negative,-0.997827947
Sri Lanka's Lanka Tiles expect 20-pct revenue drop in 2020,6/1/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's Lanka Tiles Plc, said it expected a 20 percent revenue drop in 2020, and profits as the country recovers fro...","Sri Lanka's Lanka Tiles expect 20-pct revenue drop in 2020 Sri Lanka's Lanka Tiles Plc, said it expected a 20 percent revenue drop in 2020, and profits as the country recovers fro...",negative,-0.991615474
"COVID 19 - Eleventh fatality is a Kuwait returnee, Health Dept",6/1/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has recorded the eleventh death from the COVID 19 pandemic, he is a 45-year-old man who had recently returned ...","COVID 19 - Eleventh fatality is a Kuwait returnee, Health Dept Sri Lanka has recorded the eleventh death from the COVID 19 pandemic, he is a 45-year-old man who had recently returned ...",negative,-0.979969561
Sri Lanka city hotels develop star class food delivery in Coronavirus lockdown,6/1/2020,Business,Star class hotels in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo have developed food delivery businesses during Coronavirus curfews as t...,Sri Lanka city hotels develop star class food delivery in Coronavirus lockdown Star class hotels in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo have developed food delivery businesses during Coronavirus curfews as t...,negative,-0.840253353
"Sri Lanka power, lube regulator starts online complaint resolution process",6/1/2020,Energy,The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka said it had started an online complaints resolution process for electricity...,"Sri Lanka power, lube regulator starts online complaint resolution process The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka said it had started an online complaints resolution process for electricity...",negative,-0.983187616
Sri Lanka regulator suspends NatWealth Securities business,6/1/2020,Bonds & Forex,"The Central Bank of Sri Lanka said the business of NatWealth Securities Limited (NWSL), a primary dealer in government b...","Sri Lanka regulator suspends NatWealth Securities business The Central Bank of Sri Lanka said the business of NatWealth Securities Limited (NWSL), a primary dealer in government b...",negative,-0.999444783
Sri Lanka's Bairaha Farms hit by import embargo on top of Coronavirus,6/1/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's Bairaha Farms Plc, a feed-milling and poultry processing group which had already been hit by a Coronavirus c...","Sri Lanka's Bairaha Farms hit by import embargo on top of Coronavirus Sri Lanka's Bairaha Farms Plc, a feed-milling and poultry processing group which had already been hit by a Coronavirus c...",negative,-0.998727977
IFC gives Sri Lanka bank US$50mn from Covid-19 emergency facility,5/31/2020,Banking," Washington-based International Finance Corporation, a unit of World Bank said it had approved a 50 million US dollar cr...","IFC gives Sri Lanka bank US$50mn from Covid-19 emergency facility  Washington-based International Finance Corporation, a unit of World Bank said it had approved a 50 million US dollar cr...",negative,-0.944074094
Access Engineering building Sri Lanka's largest warehouse for entrepot trade,5/31/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka Access Engineering said it is building the largest warehouse in the country for a solid tire company, though c...","Access Engineering building Sri Lanka's largest warehouse for entrepot trade Sri Lanka Access Engineering said it is building the largest warehouse in the country for a solid tire company, though c...",positive,0.996460617
Sri Lanka's Coronavirus hit SME exporters to get 8-pct loans from Commercial Bank,5/31/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank of Ceylon said it would provide a total of 10 billion rupees in loans to Coronavirus hit sma...,Sri Lanka's Coronavirus hit SME exporters to get 8-pct loans from Commercial Bank Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank of Ceylon said it would provide a total of 10 billion rupees in loans to Coronavirus hit sma...,negative,-0.998315811
NASA astronauts head for ISS on historic SpaceX flight,5/31/2020,International news,Two veteran NASA astronauts were headed for the International Space Station on Saturday after Elon Musk's SpaceX became ...,NASA astronauts head for ISS on historic SpaceX flight Two veteran NASA astronauts were headed for the International Space Station on Saturday after Elon Musk's SpaceX became ...,positive,0.960164845
"Sri Lanka may have lost 37,500 overseas jobs since March",5/31/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka could have lost around 37,500 overseas jobs up to the end of May due to the Coronavirus pandemic, while many a...","Sri Lanka may have lost 37,500 overseas jobs since March Sri Lanka could have lost around 37,500 overseas jobs up to the end of May due to the Coronavirus pandemic, while many a...",negative,-0.999706447
Sri Lanka's Kotagala Plantations downgraded to Restricted Default,5/30/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's Kotagala Plantations had been downgraded to Restricted Default (RD), from 'CC(lka)' after the company said i...","Sri Lanka's Kotagala Plantations downgraded to Restricted Default Sri Lanka's Kotagala Plantations had been downgraded to Restricted Default (RD), from 'CC(lka)' after the company said i...",negative,-0.99856168
"Bakeer Markar - Sacking UNP members contesting for SJB a ""comedy show""",5/30/2020,Political News,The Sajith Premadasa-led Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) is pouring scorn on the United National Party’s announcement tha...,"Bakeer Markar - Sacking UNP members contesting for SJB a ""comedy show"" The Sajith Premadasa-led Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) is pouring scorn on the United National Party’s announcement tha...",negative,-0.999239683
Sri Lanka ship crew change service gathers pace,5/30/2020,Aviation,Crew change services from Sri Lanka's Mattala Airport for global shipping is gathering pace with a charter flight coming...,Sri Lanka ship crew change service gathers pace Crew change services from Sri Lanka's Mattala Airport for global shipping is gathering pace with a charter flight coming...,positive,0.987995565
Kabir Hashim dismisses UNP decision to sack members contesting from SJB,5/30/2020,Political News,Former MP Kabir Hashim said that decision of the UNP working committee to suspend 99 UNP members who gave nominations un...,Kabir Hashim dismisses UNP decision to sack members contesting from SJB Former MP Kabir Hashim said that decision of the UNP working committee to suspend 99 UNP members who gave nominations un...,negative,-0.996228099
Sri Lanka 12-month inflation slows to 4.0-pct in May 2020,5/30/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's 12-month inflation fell to 4.0 percent in May 2020 from 5.2 percent a month earlier but prices picked up 0.4...,Sri Lanka 12-month inflation slows to 4.0-pct in May 2020 Sri Lanka's 12-month inflation fell to 4.0 percent in May 2020 from 5.2 percent a month earlier but prices picked up 0.4...,negative,-0.988915682
Curfew declared in Nuwara Eliya as Thondaman's funeral cavalcade enters town,5/29/2020,Human Rights,A quarantine curfew has been declared from tonight until Sunday night in the Nuwara Eliya District as tens of thousands ...,Curfew declared in Nuwara Eliya as Thondaman's funeral cavalcade enters town A quarantine curfew has been declared from tonight until Sunday night in the Nuwara Eliya District as tens of thousands ...,negative,-0.8994506
Ranil says UNP will never join a National Government,5/29/2020,Health,United National Party Leader Ranil Wickremesinghe has told the party faithful that he will not enter into any agreement ...,Ranil says UNP will never join a National Government United National Party Leader Ranil Wickremesinghe has told the party faithful that he will not enter into any agreement ...,negative,-0.998929203
"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger at 186.20/30, bond yields flat",5/29/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee ended stronger Friday at 186.20/30 to the US dollar while bond yields closed flat,"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger at 186.20/30, bond yields flat Sri Lanka rupee ended stronger Friday at 186.20/30 to the US dollar while bond yields closed flat",negative,-0.998492002
"Sri Lanka stocks fall 0.83-pct on JKH, rating concerns",5/29/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed down 0.83 percent Friday, dragged down by John Keells Holdings and sentiment weighed down on re-...","Sri Lanka stocks fall 0.83-pct on JKH, rating concerns Sri Lanka stocks closed down 0.83 percent Friday, dragged down by John Keells Holdings and sentiment weighed down on re-...",negative,-0.999371111
Rescued black leopard dies; wildlife officials yet to determine cause of death,5/29/2020,Wild Life,The rare dark-furred leopard that was rescued by wildlife officials from a hunters’ snare earlier this week died this ...,Rescued black leopard dies; wildlife officials yet to determine cause of death The rare dark-furred leopard that was rescued by wildlife officials from a hunters’ snare earlier this week died this ...,negative,-0.998916864
Maligawatte fatal stampede: Police were aware of the event taking place - Counsel,5/29/2020,Accident,The businessman and seven others who allegedly were involved in the distribution of cash gifts prior to Ramadan where th...,Maligawatte fatal stampede: Police were aware of the event taking place - Counsel The businessman and seven others who allegedly were involved in the distribution of cash gifts prior to Ramadan where th...,negative,-0.984976232
Sri Lanka tea prices extend fall in May,5/29/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's tea prices extended falls across the board except for secondary teas in the third auction for May coming dow...,Sri Lanka tea prices extend fall in May Sri Lanka's tea prices extended falls across the board except for secondary teas in the third auction for May coming dow...,negative,-0.971936941
Chamber webinar on the future of Sri Lanka tourism,5/29/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka Ceylon Chamber of Commerce said it is organizing an online forum on May 30, 2020 (Saturday) on the future of t...","Chamber webinar on the future of Sri Lanka tourism Sri Lanka Ceylon Chamber of Commerce said it is organizing an online forum on May 30, 2020 (Saturday) on the future of t...",positive,0.981907427
COVID 19 - Managing Navy and Migrant worker clusters critical - GMOA,5/29/2020,Health,The Government Medical Officers Association is warning that managing the currently active COVID 19 clusters is critical ...,COVID 19 - Managing Navy and Migrant worker clusters critical - GMOA The Government Medical Officers Association is warning that managing the currently active COVID 19 clusters is critical ...,negative,-0.999153614
Handunneththi claims repatriated Sri Lankans did not depart Kuwait as COVID-19 patients,5/29/2020,International Relations,The migrant workers recently repatriated to Sri Lanka from Kuwait were subject to medical tests at the Kuwait internatio...,Handunneththi claims repatriated Sri Lankans did not depart Kuwait as COVID-19 patients The migrant workers recently repatriated to Sri Lanka from Kuwait were subject to medical tests at the Kuwait internatio...,negative,-0.983597457
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted stronger, bond yields edge up",5/29/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger Friday at 186.10/30 while bond yields edged up,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted stronger, bond yields edge up Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger Friday at 186.10/30 while bond yields edged up",positive,0.980064571
Sri Lanka businesses hit by self-imposed import embargo can appeal to finance ministry,5/29/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka businesses hit by a series of import controls to promote import substitution and 'save foreign exchange' as th...,Sri Lanka businesses hit by self-imposed import embargo can appeal to finance ministry Sri Lanka businesses hit by a series of import controls to promote import substitution and 'save foreign exchange' as th...,negative,-0.989516556
"US stocks sag on China tensions, Europe up, Oil at US$35",5/29/2020,International news,"Wall Street stocks stumbled in late afternoon trading Thursday on rising tensions between Washington and Beijing, after ...","US stocks sag on China tensions, Europe up, Oil at US$35 Wall Street stocks stumbled in late afternoon trading Thursday on rising tensions between Washington and Beijing, after ...",negative,-0.999381065
Fitch changes Sri Lanka domestic rating scale after sovereign downgrade,5/29/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's (lka) rating scale used to assess the relative creditworthiness of domestic issuers after the sovereign rati...,Fitch changes Sri Lanka domestic rating scale after sovereign downgrade Sri Lanka's (lka) rating scale used to assess the relative creditworthiness of domestic issuers after the sovereign rati...,negative,-0.97632581
Sri Lanka's Kotagala Plantations fails to repay capital of listed debt,5/29/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Kotagala Plantations said it was unable to repay 250 million rupees of capital on a listed debenture but wil...,Sri Lanka's Kotagala Plantations fails to repay capital of listed debt Sri Lanka's Kotagala Plantations said it was unable to repay 250 million rupees of capital on a listed debenture but wil...,negative,-0.999685884
"10-pct of diabetics die within days of coronavirus hospitalisation, high BMI also  risk: study",5/29/2020,International news,"One in 10 diabetics with coronavirus dies within seven days of hospital admission, according to a study of more than 1,3...","10-pct of diabetics die within days of coronavirus hospitalisation, high BMI also  risk: study One in 10 diabetics with coronavirus dies within seven days of hospital admission, according to a study of more than 1,3...",negative,-0.9957546
Sri Lanka President calls for unconditional debt relief from global creditors,5/29/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has called for unconditional support from bilateral and multilateral lenders fo...,Sri Lanka President calls for unconditional debt relief from global creditors Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has called for unconditional support from bilateral and multilateral lenders fo...,positive,0.983354628
Dignitaries pay their last respects to deceased CWC leader Thondaman in Parliament,5/28/2020,Political News,The funeral of the late Leader of the Ceylon Worker's Congress (CWC) and Arumugam Thondaman takes place in Nuwara Eliya ...,Dignitaries pay their last respects to deceased CWC leader Thondaman in Parliament The funeral of the late Leader of the Ceylon Worker's Congress (CWC) and Arumugam Thondaman takes place in Nuwara Eliya ...,positive,0.992121577
Sri Lanka stocks up 1.82-pct driven by JKH,5/28/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.82 percent higher on Thursday driven by retail, telcos, and banks, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks up 1.82-pct driven by JKH Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.82 percent higher on Thursday driven by retail, telcos, and banks, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.991107166
Sri Lanka facing 'biggest forex crisis in history' triggering import controls: Minister,5/28/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's has slapped import controls multiple ways to face the 'biggest forex crisis in history', Information  Minist...","Sri Lanka facing 'biggest forex crisis in history' triggering import controls: Minister Sri Lanka's has slapped import controls multiple ways to face the 'biggest forex crisis in history', Information  Minist...",negative,-0.99664402
Sri Lanka's new normal explained,5/28/2020,Health,With Sri Lanka easing lockdown measures in all districts even as the country’s number of confirmed COVID-19 cases cont...,Sri Lanka's new normal explained With Sri Lanka easing lockdown measures in all districts even as the country’s number of confirmed COVID-19 cases cont...,negative,-0.689941406
"All day curfews on Sunday May 31, June 4 and 5 to prevent gatherings - President's office",5/28/2020,Health,"An all-island 24-hour curfew will be imposed this Sunday,  May 31, as well as the two days of Poson, the Presidential S...","All day curfews on Sunday May 31, June 4 and 5 to prevent gatherings - President's office An all-island 24-hour curfew will be imposed this Sunday,  May 31, as well as the two days of Poson, the Presidential S...",negative,-0.986111999
Gafoor building Navy contingent quarantined after Sailor tests positive for COVID 19,5/28/2020,Health,The COVID 19 Task Force has placed the Navy garrison stationed in the Gaffoor Building in the heart of Colombo Fort unde...,Gafoor building Navy contingent quarantined after Sailor tests positive for COVID 19 The COVID 19 Task Force has placed the Navy garrison stationed in the Gaffoor Building in the heart of Colombo Fort unde...,negative,-0.991610706
Sri Lanka fuel stabilization fund has not grown as expected: Minister,5/28/2020,Economy,A fuel price stabilization fund which was to collect 200 billion rupees in 2020 as global prices fell has not grows as e...,Sri Lanka fuel stabilization fund has not grown as expected: Minister A fuel price stabilization fund which was to collect 200 billion rupees in 2020 as global prices fell has not grows as e...,negative,-0.999103725
"Government has not ""surrendered to big rice millers""  - Bandula",5/28/2020,Agriculture,The government is dismissing allegations that it has given in to the so-called “Rice Mafia” by increasing the contro...,"Government has not ""surrendered to big rice millers""  - Bandula The government is dismissing allegations that it has given in to the so-called “Rice Mafia” by increasing the contro...",negative,-0.98004812
"Sri Lanka stocks up 1.09-pct on JKH, Dialog and Sampath Bank",5/28/2020,Commodities,"Sri Lanka stocks was up 1. 09 percent on Thursday an hour into trading dragged up by retail, telcos and banks, provision...","Sri Lanka stocks up 1.09-pct on JKH, Dialog and Sampath Bank Sri Lanka stocks was up 1. 09 percent on Thursday an hour into trading dragged up by retail, telcos and banks, provision...",negative,-0.999033451
Sri Lanka mulls giving more relief to finance company depositors: Minister,5/28/2020,Banking,A meeting of Central Bank and Treasury officials have been called to look for ways to provide more relief to depositors ...,Sri Lanka mulls giving more relief to finance company depositors: Minister A meeting of Central Bank and Treasury officials have been called to look for ways to provide more relief to depositors ...,negative,-0.987900734
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, bond yields edge up",5/28/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker Thursday at 186.25/40 while bond yields edged up,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, bond yields edge up Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker Thursday at 186.25/40 while bond yields edged up",negative,-0.946429312
Grain Elevators expect hit from Sri Lanka's self-imposed trade embargo,5/28/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's Ceylon Grain Elevators, a feed milling and poultry farming and processing group said it has liquidity and th...","Grain Elevators expect hit from Sri Lanka's self-imposed trade embargo Sri Lanka's Ceylon Grain Elevators, a feed milling and poultry farming and processing group said it has liquidity and th...",negative,-0.994158506
"Total number of COVID 19 cases now 1,469 as May 27 breaks records with 150 patients detected",5/28/2020,Health,"The total number of patients detected yesterday May 27, has risen to 150 bringing the number in Sri Lanka since the outb...","Total number of COVID 19 cases now 1,469 as May 27 breaks records with 150 patients detected The total number of patients detected yesterday May 27, has risen to 150 bringing the number in Sri Lanka since the outb...",positive,0.966161549
Sri Lanka adds two new hospitals to deal with rising COVID 19 patients,5/27/2020,Human Rights,Sri Lanka has designated two recently built hospitals as treatment centres for COVID 19 patients as the numbers with the...,Sri Lanka adds two new hospitals to deal with rising COVID 19 patients Sri Lanka has designated two recently built hospitals as treatment centres for COVID 19 patients as the numbers with the...,positive,0.953347981
Thondaman's remains to lie-in-state in Parliament tomorrow,5/27/2020,Political News,"The remains of Arumugam Thondaman,  Minister of Community Empowerment and Estate Infrastructure Development will Lie-in...","Thondaman's remains to lie-in-state in Parliament tomorrow The remains of Arumugam Thondaman,  Minister of Community Empowerment and Estate Infrastructure Development will Lie-in...",negative,-0.993559361
COVID 19 toll rises as more Navy Personnel test positive,5/27/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka’s COVID 19 toll continues to rise as 52 new patients were diagnosed today the government announced, bringing...","COVID 19 toll rises as more Navy Personnel test positive Sri Lanka’s COVID 19 toll continues to rise as 52 new patients were diagnosed today the government announced, bringing...",positive,0.977171183
Carlton Sports Network to resume broadcasts soon - Rohan Welivita,5/27/2020,Business,"The Carlton Sports Network Television channel (CSN), will resume operations soon, a senior executive of the company said...","Carlton Sports Network to resume broadcasts soon - Rohan Welivita The Carlton Sports Network Television channel (CSN), will resume operations soon, a senior executive of the company said...",positive,0.933894157
"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields steady at auction, no printing seen",5/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields were steady at Wednesday's auction with 30 billion rupees in bills offered and the full volu...,"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields steady at auction, no printing seen Sri Lanka Treasuries yields were steady at Wednesday's auction with 30 billion rupees in bills offered and the full volu...",negative,-0.978704214
"Sri Lanka stocks close up 0.62-pct driven by JKH, Distilleries",5/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.62 percent higher pushed by index heavy stocks John Keells Holdings and Distilleries Company o...,"Sri Lanka stocks close up 0.62-pct driven by JKH, Distilleries Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.62 percent higher pushed by index heavy stocks John Keells Holdings and Distilleries Company o...",negative,-0.980801046
Sri Lanka workers returning to South Korea as Coronavirus drive remittances down,5/27/2020,Economy,Sri Lankan expats working in Korea have started to go back with the first batch of 160 workers leaving in a special flig...,Sri Lanka workers returning to South Korea as Coronavirus drive remittances down Sri Lankan expats working in Korea have started to go back with the first batch of 160 workers leaving in a special flig...,negative,-0.995603919
Sri Lanka's Laugfs Holdings appoints Piyadasa Kudabalage as chief executive,5/27/2020,Energy,"Sri Lanka's LAUGFS Holdings, which has interests in liquefied petroleum gas, lubricants, renewable energy, retailing, ex...","Sri Lanka's Laugfs Holdings appoints Piyadasa Kudabalage as chief executive Sri Lanka's LAUGFS Holdings, which has interests in liquefied petroleum gas, lubricants, renewable energy, retailing, ex...",positive,0.993726373
Harassment of journalist in Atalugama: Free Media Movement calls for justice,5/27/2020,Free Speech,The widely reported harassment faced by journalist Bimal Shyaman in Atalugama recently was a serious violation of media ...,Harassment of journalist in Atalugama: Free Media Movement calls for justice The widely reported harassment faced by journalist Bimal Shyaman in Atalugama recently was a serious violation of media ...,negative,-0.998350024
"Sri Lanka lifts para-tariff on PPE to military, state hospitals, medical items for Covid-19",5/27/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has lifted a para-tariff on personal protective equipment supplied to the military and state hospitals by expo...,"Sri Lanka lifts para-tariff on PPE to military, state hospitals, medical items for Covid-19 Sri Lanka has lifted a para-tariff on personal protective equipment supplied to the military and state hospitals by expo...",positive,0.97476542
"Mahindananda accuses Kuwait of ""sending us their patients"" as government struggles with repatriation...",5/27/2020,Health,The government will hold a meeting today to formulate a new plan to repatriate migrant workers from the middle-east afte...,"Mahindananda accuses Kuwait of ""sending us their patients"" as government struggles with repatriation... The government will hold a meeting today to formulate a new plan to repatriate migrant workers from the middle-east afte...",negative,-0.986709774
Sri Lanka Coronavirus patients soar 137 to 1319 as returnee flights reviewed,5/27/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's daily new Coronavirus cases hit a new high of 137 on May 16 taking the total to 1,319 on driven by returnees...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus patients soar 137 to 1319 as returnee flights reviewed Sri Lanka's daily new Coronavirus cases hit a new high of 137 on May 16 taking the total to 1,319 on driven by returnees...",negative,-0.931259036
CWC Leader Arumugam Thondaman dies after fall - Party sources,5/26/2020,Accident,"Politician Arumugam Thondaman has passed away at the age of 55, one of his party colleagues confirmed.","CWC Leader Arumugam Thondaman dies after fall - Party sources Politician Arumugam Thondaman has passed away at the age of 55, one of his party colleagues confirmed.",negative,-0.994582355
"Inter-district public transport services recommence today, excluding Colombo and Gampaha",5/26/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Transport has sent a directive to recommence public transport services between districts exclu...,"Inter-district public transport services recommence today, excluding Colombo and Gampaha Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Transport has sent a directive to recommence public transport services between districts exclu...",positive,0.957542002
Sri Lanka daily Coronavirus cases in new high of 96 on Kuwait returnees,5/26/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has confirmed 96 Coronavirus cases on May 26, the state information office said with 88 returnees from Kuwait ...","Sri Lanka daily Coronavirus cases in new high of 96 on Kuwait returnees Sri Lanka has confirmed 96 Coronavirus cases on May 26, the state information office said with 88 returnees from Kuwait ...",negative,-0.877087772
Sri Lanka to review repatriation flights after Covid-19 spike from Kuwait,5/26/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is planning to change the process of repatriating overseas nationals after a dozens of arrivals from Kuwait te...,Sri Lanka to review repatriation flights after Covid-19 spike from Kuwait Sri Lanka is planning to change the process of repatriating overseas nationals after a dozens of arrivals from Kuwait te...,negative,-0.978966236
"SJB asks Auditor-General to look into government's ""unauthorized expenses""",5/26/2020,Economy,The opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya has written to the Auditor General pointing out what they term as “three instanc...,"SJB asks Auditor-General to look into government's ""unauthorized expenses"" The opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya has written to the Auditor General pointing out what they term as “three instanc...",negative,-0.99067384
Sri Lanka to open airports for tourists from August 01,5/26/2020,Aviation,"Sri Lanka plans to open airports for tourists from August 01, with hotels and restaurants registered with the state tour...","Sri Lanka to open airports for tourists from August 01 Sri Lanka plans to open airports for tourists from August 01, with hotels and restaurants registered with the state tour...",positive,0.975502431
Opposition warns of a Rice Crisis because of price controls and cooperative shutdown,5/26/2020,General Economy,Opposition politician Dr Harsha de Silva is saying that the government’s strategy of imposing price controls on rice a...,Opposition warns of a Rice Crisis because of price controls and cooperative shutdown Opposition politician Dr Harsha de Silva is saying that the government’s strategy of imposing price controls on rice a...,negative,-0.996215999
"Sri Lanka stocks close lower, bond yields ease",5/26/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.41 percent lower while bond yields eased in active trade,"Sri Lanka stocks close lower, bond yields ease Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.41 percent lower while bond yields eased in active trade",negative,-0.953373194
UNP will win fewer votes than JVP: SJB,5/26/2020,Political News,The United National Party (UNP) will win fewer votes than the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) at the forthcoming parliam...,UNP will win fewer votes than JVP: SJB The United National Party (UNP) will win fewer votes than the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) at the forthcoming parliam...,negative,-0.998100698
"Seychelles patients who came to Sri Lanka need heart surgery, cancer treatment: embassy",5/26/2020,Business,A group of Seychelles citizens who flew to Sri Lanka were in urgent need of medical care including cancer treatment and ...,"Seychelles patients who came to Sri Lanka need heart surgery, cancer treatment: embassy A group of Seychelles citizens who flew to Sri Lanka were in urgent need of medical care including cancer treatment and ...",positive,0.549316168
"Sri Lanka stocks open lower, bond yields down",5/26/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka stocks opened 0.12 percent lower on Tuesday, while bond yields eased as island wide daytime coronavirus curfew...","Sri Lanka stocks open lower, bond yields down Sri Lanka stocks opened 0.12 percent lower on Tuesday, while bond yields eased as island wide daytime coronavirus curfew...",negative,-0.996752501
Suspicion cast over Seychelles 35; JVP demands explanation,5/26/2020,Politics,The government must explain on whose directive 35 Seychelles nationals were brought to Sri Lanka and why they were alleg...,Suspicion cast over Seychelles 35; JVP demands explanation The government must explain on whose directive 35 Seychelles nationals were brought to Sri Lanka and why they were alleg...,negative,-0.993397832
Global Coronavirus: Europe lifts virus shutters as Japan ends emergency,5/26/2020,International news,"Europeans flocked to parks, gyms and pools on Monday as more countries eased coronavirus restrictions, while Japan lifte...","Global Coronavirus: Europe lifts virus shutters as Japan ends emergency Europeans flocked to parks, gyms and pools on Monday as more countries eased coronavirus restrictions, while Japan lifte...",positive,0.93302393
Sri Lanka cricket star held on drug charge,5/26/2020,Culture,"Sri Lankan police have detained international cricketer Shehan Madushanka on a charge of possessing heroin, officials sa...","Sri Lanka cricket star held on drug charge Sri Lankan police have detained international cricketer Shehan Madushanka on a charge of possessing heroin, officials sa...",negative,-0.98890543
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases spike to 1182 on Kuwait returnees, one death",5/26/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's Coronavirus cases spiked to 1182 by 1900 hours on May 25 from 1141 a day earlier the health ministry said, w...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases spike to 1182 on Kuwait returnees, one death Sri Lanka's Coronavirus cases spiked to 1182 by 1900 hours on May 25 from 1141 a day earlier the health ministry said, w...",negative,-0.969196975
Sri Lanka cancels repatriation flight from Qatar,5/26/2020,Aviation, Sri Lanka has cancelled a repatriation flight from Qatar and the foreign ministry said it will find accommodation for p...,Sri Lanka cancels repatriation flight from Qatar  Sri Lanka has cancelled a repatriation flight from Qatar and the foreign ministry said it will find accommodation for p...,negative,-0.998648107
"Sri Lanka  curfews relaxed amid progress in Coronavirus battle, foreign returnee dies",5/25/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is relaxing daytime Coronavirus curfews country-wide from May 26 though travel curbs to Colombo and Gampaha wi...,"Sri Lanka  curfews relaxed amid progress in Coronavirus battle, foreign returnee dies Sri Lanka is relaxing daytime Coronavirus curfews country-wide from May 26 though travel curbs to Colombo and Gampaha wi...",positive,0.99564606
No kissing the bride as Sri Lanka lifts weddings ban,5/25/2020,Culture,"Sri Lanka lifted a ban on wedding receptions as part of an easing of coronavirus restrictions, but grooms may not kiss t...","No kissing the bride as Sri Lanka lifts weddings ban Sri Lanka lifted a ban on wedding receptions as part of an easing of coronavirus restrictions, but grooms may not kiss t...",negative,-0.98918426
"Sri Lanka Telecom says dealing with REvil hack, customer data safe",5/25/2020,ICT,"Sri Lanka Telecom, the island's largest fixed line operators said a cyber attack has been mounted on a section of their ...","Sri Lanka Telecom says dealing with REvil hack, customer data safe Sri Lanka Telecom, the island's largest fixed line operators said a cyber attack has been mounted on a section of their ...",negative,-0.998829782
"Curfew from 10 pm to 4 am islandwide from tomorrow, travel ban for Colombo and Gampaha remains",5/25/2020,Health,Curfew hours are further relaxed from tomorrow but travel restrictions remain in place for the Colombo and Gampaha distr...,"Curfew from 10 pm to 4 am islandwide from tomorrow, travel ban for Colombo and Gampaha remains Curfew hours are further relaxed from tomorrow but travel restrictions remain in place for the Colombo and Gampaha distr...",negative,-0.929343343
Sri Lanka stock market to trade till 1430hours from May 26,5/25/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka's share market will extend trading by 90 minutes to 1430 hours with authorities lifting daytime curfews in all...,Sri Lanka stock market to trade till 1430hours from May 26 Sri Lanka's share market will extend trading by 90 minutes to 1430 hours with authorities lifting daytime curfews in all...,negative,-0.888138711
"UNP now cleansed of all anti-Buddhist, extremist elements: Ravi",5/25/2020,Politics,"With the exodus of a sizable faction of the party hierarchy, Sri Lanka’s main opposition United National Party (UNP) h...","UNP now cleansed of all anti-Buddhist, extremist elements: Ravi With the exodus of a sizable faction of the party hierarchy, Sri Lanka’s main opposition United National Party (UNP) h...",positive,0.880771995
Sri Lanka tea prices ease down in May,5/25/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's tea prices continued to ease at auction from April high in the second auction in May though ex-estate tea pr...,Sri Lanka tea prices ease down in May Sri Lanka's tea prices continued to ease at auction from April high in the second auction in May though ex-estate tea pr...,negative,-0.854575098
"Jasinghe to politicians - ""Don't drag us into your arguments""",5/25/2020,Health,Director-General of Health Services Dr Anil Jasinghe is asking politicians and the general public not to drag him or oth...,"Jasinghe to politicians - ""Don't drag us into your arguments"" Director-General of Health Services Dr Anil Jasinghe is asking politicians and the general public not to drag him or oth...",positive,0.953429878
What now for 2020 cricket in Coronavirus? Four key questions,5/25/2020,Sports,The coronavirus may have struck shortly before the English cricket season was due to start but it threatens to have majo...,What now for 2020 cricket in Coronavirus? Four key questions The coronavirus may have struck shortly before the English cricket season was due to start but it threatens to have majo...,negative,-0.999377966
"COVID 19 Update - total diagnosed cases climbs to 1,141",5/25/2020,Health,The number of COVID 19 cases detected in the country spiked yesterday taking the total since the outbreak in Sri Lanka t...,"COVID 19 Update - total diagnosed cases climbs to 1,141 The number of COVID 19 cases detected in the country spiked yesterday taking the total since the outbreak in Sri Lanka t...",negative,-0.955471516
Sri Lanka to ramp down repatriations as Kuwait Coronavirus infections climb,5/25/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is likely to slow the pace of repatriating overseas citizens for a time as Coronavirus infections among return...,Sri Lanka to ramp down repatriations as Kuwait Coronavirus infections climb Sri Lanka is likely to slow the pace of repatriating overseas citizens for a time as Coronavirus infections among return...,negative,-0.999036193
Under fire Sri Lanka central bank defends money printing,5/24/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's central bank defended its money printing, which led to forex shortages and fears of repaying foreign debt le...","Under fire Sri Lanka central bank defends money printing Sri Lanka's central bank defended its money printing, which led to forex shortages and fears of repaying foreign debt le...",negative,-0.992075324
"Sri Lanka President requests US$1.1bn forex swap from India, invites port investment",5/24/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has requested a 1.1 billion foreign exchange swap from India and also invited a...,"Sri Lanka President requests US$1.1bn forex swap from India, invites port investment Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has requested a 1.1 billion foreign exchange swap from India and also invited a...",positive,0.884944618
Sri Lanka allows imports of some foods at high taxes after money printing,5/24/2020,Economy,Sr Lanka has allowed the import of some foods at high tax rates after money printing and excess liquidity led to a forex...,Sri Lanka allows imports of some foods at high taxes after money printing Sr Lanka has allowed the import of some foods at high tax rates after money printing and excess liquidity led to a forex...,negative,-0.993608832
Justice for Easter Sunday and Justice for Hejaaz: A Christian perspective,5/24/2020,Easter Sunday attacks,"There must be justice for Easter Sunday, but there must also be justice for Hejaaz and others subjected to arbitrary arr...","Justice for Easter Sunday and Justice for Hejaaz: A Christian perspective There must be justice for Easter Sunday, but there must also be justice for Hejaaz and others subjected to arbitrary arr...",negative,-0.755240679
Mujibur - Maligawatte tragedy happened because of poverty,5/23/2020,Accident,The deaths of three elderly women caused by a stampede during an aid distribution event on Thursday in Colombo central i...,Mujibur - Maligawatte tragedy happened because of poverty The deaths of three elderly women caused by a stampede during an aid distribution event on Thursday in Colombo central i...,negative,-0.997423649
COVID 19 Update - total number of patients in Sri Lanka now 1085,5/23/2020,Health,The total number of COVID 19 positive patients diagnosed in Sri Lanka since the outbreak has risen to 1085 with 17 more ...,COVID 19 Update - total number of patients in Sri Lanka now 1085 The total number of COVID 19 positive patients diagnosed in Sri Lanka since the outbreak has risen to 1085 with 17 more ...,negative,-0.912984431
Island-wide daytime curfews lifted from Tuesday - Presidential Secretariat,5/23/2020,Security,"The island-wide curfew will be lifted at 4 am and reimposed at 10 pm from Tuesday,  May 26, the Presidential Secretaria...","Island-wide daytime curfews lifted from Tuesday - Presidential Secretariat The island-wide curfew will be lifted at 4 am and reimposed at 10 pm from Tuesday,  May 26, the Presidential Secretaria...",negative,-0.98738873
"Sri Lanka import controls extended, license regime in import substitution drive",5/23/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has extended import bans for three months on a wide variety of goods and started a license regime on other goo...,"Sri Lanka import controls extended, license regime in import substitution drive Sri Lanka has extended import bans for three months on a wide variety of goods and started a license regime on other goo...",negative,-0.992468894
Eid Celebrations to be muted as curfew is enforced islandwide,5/23/2020,Human Rights,"It was a quiet Avurudu, then Vesak and now it's going to be a muted Eid celebrations as well this year as the usual larg...","Eid Celebrations to be muted as curfew is enforced islandwide It was a quiet Avurudu, then Vesak and now it's going to be a muted Eid celebrations as well this year as the usual larg...",negative,-0.998351812
"GR pledges support to discourse about ""Monks bringing discredit to Buddhism""",5/23/2020,Politics,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is pledging support to a request from leading members of the Buddhist Clergy to begin a dis...,"GR pledges support to discourse about ""Monks bringing discredit to Buddhism"" President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is pledging support to a request from leading members of the Buddhist Clergy to begin a dis...",positive,0.640622556
Dr Anil Jasinghe has said polls can be held - Counsel Romesh de Silva,5/23/2020,Health,The Director-General of Health Services Dr Anil Jasinghe has informed the Secretary to the President that the COVID 19 p...,Dr Anil Jasinghe has said polls can be held - Counsel Romesh de Silva The Director-General of Health Services Dr Anil Jasinghe has informed the Secretary to the President that the COVID 19 p...,positive,0.824841976
Sri Lanka expands defence ministry functions,5/23/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's Ministry of Defence has formally listed a series of training agencies including the National Police Academy,...","Sri Lanka expands defence ministry functions Sri Lanka's Ministry of Defence has formally listed a series of training agencies including the National Police Academy,...",positive,0.973033428
"Sri Lanka allows corporate jets, airliners to refuel at Matttala, Ratmalana",5/23/2020,Aviation,Sri Lanka is allowing corporate jets and airliners to land at Ratmalana and Mattala airports for re-fueling and crew res...,"Sri Lanka allows corporate jets, airliners to refuel at Matttala, Ratmalana Sri Lanka is allowing corporate jets and airliners to land at Ratmalana and Mattala airports for re-fueling and crew res...",positive,0.938203812
Coronavirus: latest global developments: South America new epicentre,5/23/2020,International news,"South America has become ""a new epicentre"" of the pandemic, the World Health Organization (WHO) says, following a surge ...","Coronavirus: latest global developments: South America new epicentre South America has become ""a new epicentre"" of the pandemic, the World Health Organization (WHO) says, following a surge ...",positive,0.992613673
Sri Lanka bond yields down,5/22/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka bond yields were down amid active trade on Friday.,Sri Lanka bond yields down Sri Lanka bond yields were down amid active trade on Friday.,negative,-0.998870313
"Sri Lanka to draw executive jets, private planes to Ratmalana",5/22/2020,Aviation,"Sri Lanka is planning to draw private aircraft to Ratmalan Airport, fast tracking approvals also allowing high end touri...","Sri Lanka to draw executive jets, private planes to Ratmalana Sri Lanka is planning to draw private aircraft to Ratmalan Airport, fast tracking approvals also allowing high end touri...",positive,0.993021309
Sri Lanka stocks close up 0.3 percent on banks,5/22/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.32 percent higher on Friday easing intra-day highs while banks continued to make gains, br...","Sri Lanka stocks close up 0.3 percent on banks Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.32 percent higher on Friday easing intra-day highs while banks continued to make gains, br...",positive,0.83339119
"Sri Lanka to liquidate The Finance Company, license cancelled: Central Bank",5/22/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's central bank said it had cancelled the operating license of The Finance Company Plc, a non-bank lender of th...","Sri Lanka to liquidate The Finance Company, license cancelled: Central Bank Sri Lanka's central bank said it had cancelled the operating license of The Finance Company Plc, a non-bank lender of th...",negative,-0.999310255
Met Dept : More rain and threat of landslides to continue in a number of areas,5/22/2020,Weather and Climate,Rain will continue in the South-western part of the island today while showers or thundershowers will occur at several p...,Met Dept : More rain and threat of landslides to continue in a number of areas Rain will continue in the South-western part of the island today while showers or thundershowers will occur at several p...,negative,-0.869372725
Sri Lanka bond yields down,5/22/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka bond yields were down amid active trade,Sri Lanka bond yields down Sri Lanka bond yields were down amid active trade,negative,-0.9988392
All-island curfew on 24 and 25,5/22/2020,Uncategorized,All- island curfew will be imposed on 24 and 25 May while curfew in Colombo and Gampaha districts will continue until fu...,All-island curfew on 24 and 25 All- island curfew will be imposed on 24 and 25 May while curfew in Colombo and Gampaha districts will continue until fu...,negative,-0.970733404
"COVID 19: Total cases 1,055 as 27 cases are diagnosed yesterday",5/22/2020,Health,"The total number of COVID 19 positive cases since the outbreak rose to 1,055 last night with 27 cases being added yester...","COVID 19: Total cases 1,055 as 27 cases are diagnosed yesterday The total number of COVID 19 positive cases since the outbreak rose to 1,055 last night with 27 cases being added yester...",negative,-0.947675049
Sri Lanka central bank profits plunge in 2019 amid monetary stability,5/22/2020,Economy,Profits at Sri Lanka's central bank plunged 60 percent to 55 billion rupees in 2019 from 137 billion rupees in 2018 as t...,Sri Lanka central bank profits plunge in 2019 amid monetary stability Profits at Sri Lanka's central bank plunged 60 percent to 55 billion rupees in 2019 from 137 billion rupees in 2018 as t...,negative,-0.986773193
Asia virus latest: cyclone prompts infection fears; Korea football row over sex dolls,5/22/2020,International news,At least 88 people died as the fiercest cyclone to hit parts of Bangladesh and eastern India this century sent trees fly...,Asia virus latest: cyclone prompts infection fears; Korea football row over sex dolls At least 88 people died as the fiercest cyclone to hit parts of Bangladesh and eastern India this century sent trees fly...,negative,-0.807033598
"Sri Lanka mulls raising retirement age of state doctors, technical grades",5/22/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is to looking to raise the retirement age of doctors and some technical grades to 61 from the current 60, the ...","Sri Lanka mulls raising retirement age of state doctors, technical grades Sri Lanka is to looking to raise the retirement age of doctors and some technical grades to 61 from the current 60, the ...",negative,-0.982040524
Sri Lanka rupee strengthens to 186.40/50 to US dollar,5/21/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee gained to close around 186.40/50 to the US dollars in the spot market, Thursday dealers said, dealers ...","Sri Lanka rupee strengthens to 186.40/50 to US dollar Sri Lanka's rupee gained to close around 186.40/50 to the US dollars in the spot market, Thursday dealers said, dealers ...",positive,0.809262812
Colombo Municipality begins charging Parking Fees from today,5/21/2020,Miscellaneous,Colombo Municipal Council is charging for parking from today the Council announced. Charging of the parking fee was temp...,Colombo Municipality begins charging Parking Fees from today Colombo Municipal Council is charging for parking from today the Council announced. Charging of the parking fee was temp...,negative,-0.977079868
Leading businessman arrested in stampede deaths - Police,5/21/2020,Accident,A leading businessman who had gathered people inside his warehouse premises to distribute cash for the Eid festival seas...,Leading businessman arrested in stampede deaths - Police A leading businessman who had gathered people inside his warehouse premises to distribute cash for the Eid festival seas...,negative,-0.978649318
PC Romesh de Silva submits that once dissolved no Parliament exists to be reconvened,5/21/2020,Human Rights,Counsel for the Secretary to the President submitted to the Supreme Court today that dissolution ends the term of a Parl...,PC Romesh de Silva submits that once dissolved no Parliament exists to be reconvened Counsel for the Secretary to the President submitted to the Supreme Court today that dissolution ends the term of a Parl...,negative,-0.996634305
Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings net up 18-pct in March,5/21/2020,Markets,Profits at Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings grew 18 per cent to 3.7 billion rupees in the March 2020 quarter from a year...,Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings net up 18-pct in March Profits at Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings grew 18 per cent to 3.7 billion rupees in the March 2020 quarter from a year...,positive,0.928085148
"Sri Lanka to repatriate Covid-stranded citizens from Indonesia, Russia, Bangladesh, Qatar, Belarus",5/21/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka will repatriate citizens stranded in Indonesia, Russia, Bangladesh, Qatar and Belarus due to Coronaviris betwe...","Sri Lanka to repatriate Covid-stranded citizens from Indonesia, Russia, Bangladesh, Qatar, Belarus Sri Lanka will repatriate citizens stranded in Indonesia, Russia, Bangladesh, Qatar and Belarus due to Coronaviris betwe...",negative,-0.99796021
"Sri Lanka stocks close up 2.6-pct driven by Combank, JKH",5/21/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 3.26 percent higher on Thursday with index heavy John Keells and Commercial Bank making gain...,"Sri Lanka stocks close up 2.6-pct driven by Combank, JKH Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 3.26 percent higher on Thursday with index heavy John Keells and Commercial Bank making gain...",negative,-0.962318003
Three women die in stampede at aid distribution in Colombo,5/21/2020,Accident,At least three people are dead and several injured after a stampede when private donors were distributing cash to the ne...,Three women die in stampede at aid distribution in Colombo At least three people are dead and several injured after a stampede when private donors were distributing cash to the ne...,negative,-0.998540998
"Coats Digital, Sri Lanka's Res.Q and Serai eye tech boost for apparel industry in Covid",5/21/2020,ICT,"Tech units of thread maker Coats, HSBC Bank have teamed up with Res.Q, a technology firm backed by Sri Lanka's Hirdraman...","Coats Digital, Sri Lanka's Res.Q and Serai eye tech boost for apparel industry in Covid Tech units of thread maker Coats, HSBC Bank have teamed up with Res.Q, a technology firm backed by Sri Lanka's Hirdraman...",positive,0.975675702
"Government stops Rs. 5,000 payment; blames Elections Commission",5/21/2020,Health,"The government will not provide the relief payment of Rs 5,000 per needy family for the month of June, in response to a ...","Government stops Rs. 5,000 payment; blames Elections Commission The government will not provide the relief payment of Rs 5,000 per needy family for the month of June, in response to a ...",negative,-0.999305844
"Super cyclone leaves trail of destruction in Bangladesh, India",5/21/2020,International news,"The most powerful cyclone to hit Bangladesh and eastern India in more than 20 years tore down homes, carried cars down f...","Super cyclone leaves trail of destruction in Bangladesh, India The most powerful cyclone to hit Bangladesh and eastern India in more than 20 years tore down homes, carried cars down f...",negative,-0.974164546
COVID 19 forces temporary closure of Sri Lanka Embassy in Abu Dhabi,5/21/2020,Sri Lanka COVID 19,Sri Lanka’s Embassy in Abu Dhabi has been temporarily closed after five staff members were tested positive for the COV...,COVID 19 forces temporary closure of Sri Lanka Embassy in Abu Dhabi Sri Lanka’s Embassy in Abu Dhabi has been temporarily closed after five staff members were tested positive for the COV...,negative,-0.997956038
Asian markets swing as uncertainty tempers reopenings,5/21/2020,International news,"Asian markets fluctuated Thursday after rallying for much of the week, with any gains dragged by profit-taking while con...","Asian markets swing as uncertainty tempers reopenings Asian markets fluctuated Thursday after rallying for much of the week, with any gains dragged by profit-taking while con...",negative,-0.985691726
Sri Lanka goods exports down 64-pct in April amid Coronavirus: EDB,5/21/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's merchandise exports have fallen 64 percent to 277.4 million US dollars in April 2020 from 772.5 million US d...,Sri Lanka goods exports down 64-pct in April amid Coronavirus: EDB Sri Lanka's merchandise exports have fallen 64 percent to 277.4 million US dollars in April 2020 from 772.5 million US d...,negative,-0.999369442
Sri Lanka says will not default on foreign debt as bonds trade at discount,5/21/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka said it will not default on foreign debt as the central bank printed money triggering 'foreign exchange shorta...,Sri Lanka says will not default on foreign debt as bonds trade at discount Sri Lanka said it will not default on foreign debt as the central bank printed money triggering 'foreign exchange shorta...,negative,-0.875590861
Sri Lanka Health Minister declares no more community spread of COVID 19,5/21/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Health Minister is declaring that for the past three weeks no COVID 19 positive cases have been reported f...,Sri Lanka Health Minister declares no more community spread of COVID 19 Sri Lanka’s Health Minister is declaring that for the past three weeks no COVID 19 positive cases have been reported f...,negative,-0.999475181
Elections Commission tells Supreme Court it cannot hold polls on June 20,5/20/2020,Courts,The bombshell dropped in the ornate and vast Ceremonial Court of Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court today by the National Elect...,Elections Commission tells Supreme Court it cannot hold polls on June 20 The bombshell dropped in the ornate and vast Ceremonial Court of Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court today by the National Elect...,negative,-0.98992914
Police rescue family and infant in Lellupitiya from heavy flood,5/20/2020,Weather and Climate,A squad of Policemen from the Ratnapura station rescued a family group trapped 2 kilometres inland by floods including a...,Police rescue family and infant in Lellupitiya from heavy flood A squad of Policemen from the Ratnapura station rescued a family group trapped 2 kilometres inland by floods including a...,positive,0.793658435
No govt succeeded in laying technological groundwork for e-learning in Sri Lanka: Sajith,5/20/2020,Education,Successive governments including the previous Yahapalana coalition failed to lay the technological groundwork needed for...,No govt succeeded in laying technological groundwork for e-learning in Sri Lanka: Sajith Successive governments including the previous Yahapalana coalition failed to lay the technological groundwork needed for...,negative,-0.999668121
"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields flat, all offered bills sold",5/20/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has sold 30 billion rupees of Treasury bills with yields largely unchanged across maturities, data from the st...","Sri Lanka Treasuries yields flat, all offered bills sold Sri Lanka has sold 30 billion rupees of Treasury bills with yields largely unchanged across maturities, data from the st...",negative,-0.999331117
"Sri Lanka stocks end 5-day rally to close lower, but some large caps up",5/20/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka's stock closed 0.97 percent down ending a five day rally amid profit taking but some large cap stocks includin...,"Sri Lanka stocks end 5-day rally to close lower, but some large caps up Sri Lanka's stock closed 0.97 percent down ending a five day rally amid profit taking but some large cap stocks includin...",negative,-0.99762553
"Sri Lanka sovereign rating downgraded on fiscal stimulus, import controls, Covid hit by S&P",5/20/2020,Economy,Standard and Poor's has downgraded Sri Lanka's sovereign rating to 'B-' as tax cuts made in January in 'fiscal stimulus'...,"Sri Lanka sovereign rating downgraded on fiscal stimulus, import controls, Covid hit by S&P Standard and Poor's has downgraded Sri Lanka's sovereign rating to 'B-' as tax cuts made in January in 'fiscal stimulus'...",negative,-0.999248087
"Sri Lanka HNB group March net up 57-pct helped by forex profits, tax cuts",5/20/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank, which controls an insurer, said profits grew 57 percent to 3.0 billion rupees in the M...","Sri Lanka HNB group March net up 57-pct helped by forex profits, tax cuts Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank, which controls an insurer, said profits grew 57 percent to 3.0 billion rupees in the M...",negative,-0.803465247
Lives not lost: Asia sees unexpected gains in virus lockdowns,5/20/2020,International news,Emergency workers usually busy attending accidents on Thailand's roads mill around ambulances parked at a service statio...,Lives not lost: Asia sees unexpected gains in virus lockdowns Emergency workers usually busy attending accidents on Thailand's roads mill around ambulances parked at a service statio...,positive,0.919619501
"Sri Lanka's Nations Trust Bank net up in March, warning on moratorium impact",5/20/2020,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka's Nations Trust Bank grew 24 percent to 959 million rupees in the March 2020 quarter from a year ea...,"Sri Lanka's Nations Trust Bank net up in March, warning on moratorium impact Profits at Sri Lanka's Nations Trust Bank grew 24 percent to 959 million rupees in the March 2020 quarter from a year ea...",negative,-0.974175513
Sri Lanka's colombo port could expand to full maritime hub with policy changes: industry expert,5/20/2020,Logistics," Sri Lanka's Colombo port has to diversify beyond being a transshipment port to be a true shipping hub, offering bunkeri...","Sri Lanka's colombo port could expand to full maritime hub with policy changes: industry expert  Sri Lanka's Colombo port has to diversify beyond being a transshipment port to be a true shipping hub, offering bunkeri...",positive,0.981883764
"'Super cyclone' to slam India, Bangladesh",5/20/2020,South Asia,The Bay of Bengal's fiercest cyclone this century was bearing down on millions of people in eastern India and Bangladesh...,"'Super cyclone' to slam India, Bangladesh The Bay of Bengal's fiercest cyclone this century was bearing down on millions of people in eastern India and Bangladesh...",positive,0.988394737
President will withdraw Sri Lanka from International Organisations which seek to discredit War Veter...,5/20/2020,Defence,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has vowed he will not permit officers and other ranks who fought in the separatist war to b...,President will withdraw Sri Lanka from International Organisations which seek to discredit War Veter... President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has vowed he will not permit officers and other ranks who fought in the separatist war to b...,negative,-0.998276711
"Amphan Super Cyclone moves away from Sri Lanka to hit India, Bangladesh",5/20/2020,Environment,Super cyclonic storm Amphan had moved 1250 kilometers away from Sri Lanka's Trincomalee coast but it will still generate...,"Amphan Super Cyclone moves away from Sri Lanka to hit India, Bangladesh Super cyclonic storm Amphan had moved 1250 kilometers away from Sri Lanka's Trincomalee coast but it will still generate...",positive,0.998358786
"Cremating Muslim COVID-19 victims has no scientific basis, is more than a Muslim issue: activist",5/19/2020,Health,"On the evening of May 2, Zubair Fathima Rinosa was rushed to hospital after complaining of breathing difficulties. The m...","Cremating Muslim COVID-19 victims has no scientific basis, is more than a Muslim issue: activist On the evening of May 2, Zubair Fathima Rinosa was rushed to hospital after complaining of breathing difficulties. The m...",negative,-0.989415526
Number of COVID 19 patients surpasses the thousand mark,5/19/2020,Health,"The total number of patients infected with the COVID 19 disease has passed the thousand mark as the total reached 1,020 ...","Number of COVID 19 patients surpasses the thousand mark The total number of patients infected with the COVID 19 disease has passed the thousand mark as the total reached 1,020 ...",negative,-0.938656807
"Counsel Corea - ""President and the Cabinet are constitutionally responsible to the Parliament""",5/19/2020,Human Rights,Holding Parliamentary General Elections at this time when the COVID 19 pandemic is claiming victims is dangerous and “...,"Counsel Corea - ""President and the Cabinet are constitutionally responsible to the Parliament"" Holding Parliamentary General Elections at this time when the COVID 19 pandemic is claiming victims is dangerous and “...",positive,0.87534672
Letter warning of imminent terror attack is fake - Police Media spokesman,5/19/2020,Law and Order,Sri Lanka Police department media spokesman is saying a letter circulating in the social media warning of an imminent te...,Letter warning of imminent terror attack is fake - Police Media spokesman Sri Lanka Police department media spokesman is saying a letter circulating in the social media warning of an imminent te...,negative,-0.998178482
Shakthika's detention is in contravention of Sri Lanka's human rights obligations: UN body,5/19/2020,Free Speech,The Government of Sri Lanka is in contravention of its international human rights obligations for the four month pre-tri...,Shakthika's detention is in contravention of Sri Lanka's human rights obligations: UN body The Government of Sri Lanka is in contravention of its international human rights obligations for the four month pre-tri...,negative,-0.993664622
Sri Lanka bond yields up,5/19/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka bond yields eased with trading picking up in a moderately active market towards market close,Sri Lanka bond yields up Sri Lanka bond yields eased with trading picking up in a moderately active market towards market close,positive,0.977892578
"Sri Lanka stocks up for fifth straight day, foreigners sell",5/19/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka's stocks closed 2.18 percent up  in a retail driven rally while high net worth individual were also bottom f...,"Sri Lanka stocks up for fifth straight day, foreigners sell Sri Lanka's stocks closed 2.18 percent up  in a retail driven rally while high net worth individual were also bottom f...",negative,-0.998772323
India to repatriate first batch of Covid-stranded citizens from Sri Lanka,5/19/2020,Business,The first batch of Indians stranded in Sri Lanka after India closed airports and halted flights will be taken giving pri...,India to repatriate first batch of Covid-stranded citizens from Sri Lanka The first batch of Indians stranded in Sri Lanka after India closed airports and halted flights will be taken giving pri...,negative,-0.99459368
Sri Lanka coconut prices up at online auction,5/19/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka’s average coconut prices grew to 6.5 percent to 47,098 rupees for a 1000 nuts from 44,241 rupees a week earl...","Sri Lanka coconut prices up at online auction Sri Lanka’s average coconut prices grew to 6.5 percent to 47,098 rupees for a 1000 nuts from 44,241 rupees a week earl...",negative,-0.976441383
Dr Jehan Perera - Reject Nationalism for the betterment of the country,5/19/2020,Human Rights,"""Instead of trying to ride the wave of nationalism to win the next general election in a big way, the government needs t...","Dr Jehan Perera - Reject Nationalism for the betterment of the country ""Instead of trying to ride the wave of nationalism to win the next general election in a big way, the government needs t...",negative,-0.996513069
"Flood, rain and landslide warnings issued as death toll from weather rises to 3",5/19/2020,Weather and Climate,The effects of cyclonic storm Amphan in the Bay of Bengal will bring more heavy rain and high winds the Southern and Cen...,"Flood, rain and landslide warnings issued as death toll from weather rises to 3 The effects of cyclonic storm Amphan in the Bay of Bengal will bring more heavy rain and high winds the Southern and Cen...",negative,-0.866394937
"Sri Lanka stocks gain 2.99-pct, bond yields up",5/19/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka stocks gained 2.99 percent while bond yields were up further amid Coronavirus hit with the economy struggling ...,"Sri Lanka stocks gain 2.99-pct, bond yields up Sri Lanka stocks gained 2.99 percent while bond yields were up further amid Coronavirus hit with the economy struggling ...",negative,-0.994818509
Sri Lanka taking thousands of sailors out of Navy camp to contain Coronavirus,5/19/2020,Defence,"Sri Lanka is taking thousands of sailors out of a Naval complex in Welisara to contain an outbreak of Coronavirus, which...","Sri Lanka taking thousands of sailors out of Navy camp to contain Coronavirus Sri Lanka is taking thousands of sailors out of a Naval complex in Welisara to contain an outbreak of Coronavirus, which...",negative,-0.99579972
Eleventh anniversary of the end of the seperatist war today,5/19/2020,Security,"The annual remembrance ceremony for the fallen servicemen in the Armed Forces, Police and Civil Security Department will...","Eleventh anniversary of the end of the seperatist war today The annual remembrance ceremony for the fallen servicemen in the Armed Forces, Police and Civil Security Department will...",positive,0.998310804
"Europe in 500 billion Euro fund, vaccine hopes, Brazil deaths rise",5/19/2020,International news,A half-trillion-euro European fund laid out by France and Germany sparked optimism Monday about fighting economic fallou...,"Europe in 500 billion Euro fund, vaccine hopes, Brazil deaths rise A half-trillion-euro European fund laid out by France and Germany sparked optimism Monday about fighting economic fallou...",positive,0.983980834
Sri Lanka eyes billion US dollars a year by boosting seafarer employment,5/19/2020,Logistics,Sri Lanka is planning to boost employment opportunities for seafarers from the island by providing them with more employ...,Sri Lanka eyes billion US dollars a year by boosting seafarer employment Sri Lanka is planning to boost employment opportunities for seafarers from the island by providing them with more employ...,positive,0.994501591
"Amphan 900km away from Sri Lanka, now Super Cyclonic Storm",5/19/2020,Environment,"The centre of the tropical cyclone Amphan is now 900 kilometres away from Sri Lanka's Trincolmalee coast on May 19, but ...","Amphan 900km away from Sri Lanka, now Super Cyclonic Storm The centre of the tropical cyclone Amphan is now 900 kilometres away from Sri Lanka's Trincolmalee coast on May 19, but ...",negative,-0.915037811
Sumanthiran tells the Supreme Court - “A country without Parliament is not a democracy”,5/18/2020,Human Rights,Hearings into the Fundamental Rights applications challenging the date of the elections and President Gotabaya Rajapaksa...,Sumanthiran tells the Supreme Court - “A country without Parliament is not a democracy” Hearings into the Fundamental Rights applications challenging the date of the elections and President Gotabaya Rajapaksa...,positive,0.7612409
"Cyclone ""Amphan"" packing 100 km winds moving towards West Bengal",5/18/2020,Weather and Climate,The cyclone Amphan has now grown into a very severe storm in the Bay of Bengal bringing more rain and strong winds acros...,"Cyclone ""Amphan"" packing 100 km winds moving towards West Bengal The cyclone Amphan has now grown into a very severe storm in the Bay of Bengal bringing more rain and strong winds acros...",positive,0.941695035
Sri Lanka bond yields gain,5/18/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka bond yields were up amid moderate trading,Sri Lanka bond yields gain Sri Lanka bond yields were up amid moderate trading,positive,0.759169996
Thousands of Sri Lankans in Kuwait appeal for help as two flights prepare to bring the first batches...,5/18/2020,Human Rights,Sri Lankan workers in the Middle East who play a vital role in providing foreign exchange to the country are appealing f...,Thousands of Sri Lankans in Kuwait appeal for help as two flights prepare to bring the first batches... Sri Lankan workers in the Middle East who play a vital role in providing foreign exchange to the country are appealing f...,positive,0.999416709
Sri Lanka stocks close 3.7-pct up reaching pre-lockdown levels,5/18/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 3.78 percent higher with high retail activity, looping back to pre-lockdown levels amid Coronavi...","Sri Lanka stocks close 3.7-pct up reaching pre-lockdown levels Sri Lanka stocks closed 3.78 percent higher with high retail activity, looping back to pre-lockdown levels amid Coronavi...",negative,-0.98383832
Sri Lanka military which defeated LTTE in joint operation against Covid with health service: Mahinda,5/18/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka's military which defeated Tamil Tiger separatists is now engaged in a joint operation with the health service ...,Sri Lanka military which defeated LTTE in joint operation against Covid with health service: Mahinda Sri Lanka's military which defeated Tamil Tiger separatists is now engaged in a joint operation with the health service ...,negative,-0.808825135
"Sri Lanka stocks gain, bond yields flat",5/18/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka bond yields were flat amid dull trading and stocks gained 3.72 percent at the first hour of trading,"Sri Lanka stocks gain, bond yields flat Sri Lanka bond yields were flat amid dull trading and stocks gained 3.72 percent at the first hour of trading",negative,-0.999513388
Two flights from Kuwait carrying stranded migrant workers expected tomorrow,5/18/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is expecting two special flights from Kuwait Airways tomorrow bringing back Sri Lankans who are availing thems...,Two flights from Kuwait carrying stranded migrant workers expected tomorrow Sri Lanka is expecting two special flights from Kuwait Airways tomorrow bringing back Sri Lankans who are availing thems...,negative,-0.963358164
"Sri Lanka policy incoherence hurting rating, potential lenders: Fitch",5/18/2020,Economy,The lack of a coherent policy framework is hurting the sovereign rating and also potential lenders who may want to finan...,"Sri Lanka policy incoherence hurting rating, potential lenders: Fitch The lack of a coherent policy framework is hurting the sovereign rating and also potential lenders who may want to finan...",negative,-0.998479903
"US facing severe crisis, but not a depression: Fed's Powell",5/18/2020,International news,"The US is facing a severe economic downturn amid the global pandemic, but will not suffer another Great Depression and w...","US facing severe crisis, but not a depression: Fed's Powell The US is facing a severe economic downturn amid the global pandemic, but will not suffer another Great Depression and w...",positive,0.970753491
Aryasinha asks Sri Lankans overseas to think twice about returning home,5/18/2020,Human Rights,Sri Lanka’s government is calling its citizens overseas to rethink the effect returning home will have on their jobs a...,Aryasinha asks Sri Lankans overseas to think twice about returning home Sri Lanka’s government is calling its citizens overseas to rethink the effect returning home will have on their jobs a...,negative,-0.960096478
"Sri Lanka money printing, bank credit break records in March 2020 currency fall",5/18/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank credit (printed money) broke records in March 2020 sending helping private and state credit soa...,"Sri Lanka money printing, bank credit break records in March 2020 currency fall Sri Lanka's central bank credit (printed money) broke records in March 2020 sending helping private and state credit soa...",negative,-0.863314509
FR Petitions challenge President's refusal to reconvene Parliament and new elections date,5/17/2020,Health,"A five-judge bench of the Supreme Court, will tomorrow, May 18, examine at least six Fundamental Rights petitions challe...","FR Petitions challenge President's refusal to reconvene Parliament and new elections date A five-judge bench of the Supreme Court, will tomorrow, May 18, examine at least six Fundamental Rights petitions challe...",negative,-0.932829142
Sri Lanka should have a pragmatic non-ideological  post-Covid economic strategy: Pathfinder,5/17/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka should have non-ideological pragmatic post-Covid economic strategy, avoiding the mistakes of the past, Pathfin...","Sri Lanka should have a pragmatic non-ideological  post-Covid economic strategy: Pathfinder Sri Lanka should have non-ideological pragmatic post-Covid economic strategy, avoiding the mistakes of the past, Pathfin...",negative,-0.970310271
"Sri Lanka Foreign Ministry says 38,000 citizens in 143 countries want to return",5/17/2020,Political News,"Sri Lanka's Foreign Ministry said 38,000 overseas Sri Lankans including dual citizens who had registered at an online po...","Sri Lanka Foreign Ministry says 38,000 citizens in 143 countries want to return Sri Lanka's Foreign Ministry said 38,000 overseas Sri Lankans including dual citizens who had registered at an online po...",negative,-0.963472366
First virus death in Nepal -- a new mother,5/17/2020,International news,Nepal reported its first coronavirus death late Saturday -- a 29-year-old woman who recently gave birth -- as the total ...,First virus death in Nepal -- a new mother Nepal reported its first coronavirus death late Saturday -- a 29-year-old woman who recently gave birth -- as the total ...,negative,-0.99385345
"Sri Lanka tourist hotels ready to open in July, health rules drive costs up",5/17/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's hotels are ready to open for tourists in July if authorities give permission though health rules to contain ...,"Sri Lanka tourist hotels ready to open in July, health rules drive costs up Sri Lanka's hotels are ready to open for tourists in July if authorities give permission though health rules to contain ...",negative,-0.726535738
"Coronavirus: latest global developments with 309,000 deaths",5/17/2020,International news,"The coronavirus has killed 309,296 people worldwide since it surfaced in China late last year, according to an AFP tally...","Coronavirus: latest global developments with 309,000 deaths The coronavirus has killed 309,296 people worldwide since it surfaced in China late last year, according to an AFP tally...",negative,-0.995022893
Sri Lanka fishermen asked to stay ashore as cyclone Amphan intensifies,5/17/2020,Environment, Sri Lanka has asked fishermen to stay ashore and those at sea to return as a cyclonic storm in the Indian Ocean was set...,Sri Lanka fishermen asked to stay ashore as cyclone Amphan intensifies  Sri Lanka has asked fishermen to stay ashore and those at sea to return as a cyclonic storm in the Indian Ocean was set...,negative,-0.96379292
COVID 19: More patients cured and discharged than warded in hospitals,5/16/2020,Health,For the first time the number of COVID 19 patients who have been cured and discharged from hospital has exceeded the num...,COVID 19: More patients cured and discharged than warded in hospitals For the first time the number of COVID 19 patients who have been cured and discharged from hospital has exceeded the num...,negative,-0.896477699
"The Guardian takes down quiz question after Sri Lanka objects to the use of ""Eelam""",5/16/2020,Uncategorized,The on-line edition of the Guardian newspaper has taken down a question it asked about islands around the world after th...,"The Guardian takes down quiz question after Sri Lanka objects to the use of ""Eelam"" The on-line edition of the Guardian newspaper has taken down a question it asked about islands around the world after th...",negative,-0.996026516
Heavy rain and high winds forecast due to cyclonic conditions in the Bay of Bengal,5/16/2020,Weather and Climate,The Met Department is warning that a depression in the Bay of Bengal located about 670 km away from Trincomalee is devel...,Heavy rain and high winds forecast due to cyclonic conditions in the Bay of Bengal The Met Department is warning that a depression in the Bay of Bengal located about 670 km away from Trincomalee is devel...,negative,-0.99261719
Sri Lanka's Colombo port to provide crew change services in Coronavirus crisis,5/16/2020,Logistics,Sri Lanka' Colombo port is providing crew change service to ships plying the Indian Ocean at a time when many ports are ...,Sri Lanka's Colombo port to provide crew change services in Coronavirus crisis Sri Lanka' Colombo port is providing crew change service to ships plying the Indian Ocean at a time when many ports are ...,positive,0.752104223
"Gota slams Universities ""if graduates can't find jobs there must be something wrong""",5/16/2020,Education,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has slammed Sri Lanka’s University system saying there must be something wrong with it if...,"Gota slams Universities ""if graduates can't find jobs there must be something wrong"" President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has slammed Sri Lanka’s University system saying there must be something wrong with it if...",negative,-0.999088407
Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank net up 20-ct in March on forex gains,5/16/2020,Banking,"Profits at Commercial Bank of Ceylon, Sri Lanka's largest private bank by assets grew 20 percent to 3.76 billion rupees ...","Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank net up 20-ct in March on forex gains Profits at Commercial Bank of Ceylon, Sri Lanka's largest private bank by assets grew 20 percent to 3.76 billion rupees ...",positive,0.955448687
151 Navy Personnel have recovered from COVID 19 - Army Chief,5/16/2020,Health,Army Commander Lt Gen Shavendra Silva said that a total of 479 Navy personnel have been infected by COVID-19 so far whil...,151 Navy Personnel have recovered from COVID 19 - Army Chief Army Commander Lt Gen Shavendra Silva said that a total of 479 Navy personnel have been infected by COVID-19 so far whil...,negative,-0.995022774
Why is Taiwan excluded from the WHO?,5/16/2020,International news,The coronavirus pandemic has shone a spotlight on Taiwan's exclusion from the World Health Organization and ignited a di...,Why is Taiwan excluded from the WHO? The coronavirus pandemic has shone a spotlight on Taiwan's exclusion from the World Health Organization and ignited a di...,negative,-0.974632919
Sri Lanka airline readying to start scheduled flights in June 01,5/16/2020,Aviation,State-run SriLankan Airlines is getting ready to resume scheduled flights by June if health authorities give the go head...,Sri Lanka airline readying to start scheduled flights in June 01 State-run SriLankan Airlines is getting ready to resume scheduled flights by June if health authorities give the go head...,negative,-0.991542459
President hangs tough over ban on Ethanol imports,5/15/2020,Business,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is saying his decision to ban the import of Ethanol will stand and he “will not rescind t...,President hangs tough over ban on Ethanol imports President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is saying his decision to ban the import of Ethanol will stand and he “will not rescind t...,negative,-0.968027532
Vocational training for Sri Lanka's prisoners with private sector participation,5/15/2020,Human Rights,Sri Lanka will provide vocational training to remand as well as short and long-term prisoners under the supervision of t...,Vocational training for Sri Lanka's prisoners with private sector participation Sri Lanka will provide vocational training to remand as well as short and long-term prisoners under the supervision of t...,positive,0.990041554
"Sri Lanka stocks gain, bond yields flat at close",5/15/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.04 higher as bond yields were flat amid dull activity,"Sri Lanka stocks gain, bond yields flat at close Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.04 higher as bond yields were flat amid dull activity",negative,-0.999739945
"Sri Lanka exports up 0.7-pct in February, remittances up 5.4-pct",5/15/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's merchandise exports grew 0.7 percent to 988 million US dollars in February 2020 from a year earlier, while i...","Sri Lanka exports up 0.7-pct in February, remittances up 5.4-pct Sri Lanka's merchandise exports grew 0.7 percent to 988 million US dollars in February 2020 from a year earlier, while i...",negative,-0.769903302
Alcohol and tobacco consumption falls due to COVID 19 lockdown,5/15/2020,Health,The COVID 19 lockdown has seen a “significant reduction in the consumption” of alcohol and tobacco the Alcohol and D...,Alcohol and tobacco consumption falls due to COVID 19 lockdown The COVID 19 lockdown has seen a “significant reduction in the consumption” of alcohol and tobacco the Alcohol and D...,negative,-0.997381985
Sri Lanka insurers escape Covid mortality but hit by central bank fallout,5/15/2020,Finance, Sri Lanka's insurers have so far not been hit by Coronavirus mortality or healthcare costs unlike other countries but i...,Sri Lanka insurers escape Covid mortality but hit by central bank fallout  Sri Lanka's insurers have so far not been hit by Coronavirus mortality or healthcare costs unlike other countries but i...,negative,-0.996682346
Sri Lanka stocks gain at open,5/15/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.24 percent at open continuing recovery from a circuit breaker fall at the start of the week,Sri Lanka stocks gain at open Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.24 percent at open continuing recovery from a circuit breaker fall at the start of the week,negative,-0.992906451
Mangala being investigated over transport given to displaced voters,5/15/2020,Law and Order,Two leading members of the United National Party-led former government were grabbed by the long arm of the Law yesterday...,Mangala being investigated over transport given to displaced voters Two leading members of the United National Party-led former government were grabbed by the long arm of the Law yesterday...,negative,-0.989616513
Sri Lanka cabinet clears Rs25bn Coronavirus income supplements,5/15/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved a proposal to allocate 25.72 billion rupees to pay income supplements to p...,Sri Lanka cabinet clears Rs25bn Coronavirus income supplements Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved a proposal to allocate 25.72 billion rupees to pay income supplements to p...,negative,-0.990676045
Coronavirus: latest global developments,5/15/2020,International news,US President Donald Trump says he no longer wishes to speak with Chinese leader Xi Jinping and warns he might cut ties o...,Coronavirus: latest global developments US President Donald Trump says he no longer wishes to speak with Chinese leader Xi Jinping and warns he might cut ties o...,negative,-0.99649483
Sri Lanka President asks banks to give subsidized credit to identified sectors,5/15/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has asked banks to give concessionary credit to identified sectors, his office ...","Sri Lanka President asks banks to give subsidized credit to identified sectors Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has asked banks to give concessionary credit to identified sectors, his office ...",negative,-0.931142092
COVID 19 patients rise to 916,5/14/2020,Health,The total number of COVID 19 patients in the country since the outbreak has now risen to 916 with the addition of 26 pat...,COVID 19 patients rise to 916 The total number of COVID 19 patients in the country since the outbreak has now risen to 916 with the addition of 26 pat...,negative,-0.945018411
Sri Lanka starts shipping 200mn face mask made by Brandix to the United States,5/14/2020,Apparel,"Sri Lanka's Brandix, a top apparel group said it had started shipping 200 million face masks to made at its factories to...","Sri Lanka starts shipping 200mn face mask made by Brandix to the United States Sri Lanka's Brandix, a top apparel group said it had started shipping 200 million face masks to made at its factories to...",negative,-0.98563391
Sri Lanka gilt yields close flat,5/14/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s bond yields were flat Thursday on moderate trading,Sri Lanka gilt yields close flat Sri Lanka’s bond yields were flat Thursday on moderate trading,negative,-0.997220755
All day countrywide curfew on Sunday,5/14/2020,Law and Order,"The government has declared an island-wide, all-day curfew on Sunday, May 17, the Presidential Secretariat announced thi...","All day countrywide curfew on Sunday The government has declared an island-wide, all-day curfew on Sunday, May 17, the Presidential Secretariat announced thi...",negative,-0.845707834
Sri Lanka airline airlifts 7mn face masks to South Africa,5/14/2020,Aviation,SriLankan Airlines said it had carried 45 tonnes of supplies including 7 million masks to South Africa to help the count...,Sri Lanka airline airlifts 7mn face masks to South Africa SriLankan Airlines said it had carried 45 tonnes of supplies including 7 million masks to South Africa to help the count...,negative,-0.984373689
"Sri Lanka stocks up 0.6-pct, despite foreign selling",5/14/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.60 percent at close, with limited momentum amid net foreign outflow and 3.68 billion rupees in...","Sri Lanka stocks up 0.6-pct, despite foreign selling Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.60 percent at close, with limited momentum amid net foreign outflow and 3.68 billion rupees in...",negative,-0.995130777
Gotabaya and Xi talk over the phone: agreement to restart development work,5/14/2020,International Relations,"Chinese President Xi Jinping is suggesting that China and Sri Lanka, gradually resume practical cooperation in various f...","Gotabaya and Xi talk over the phone: agreement to restart development work Chinese President Xi Jinping is suggesting that China and Sri Lanka, gradually resume practical cooperation in various f...",negative,-0.903168082
Electricity Consumers to be given a grace period to pay their bills,5/14/2020,Consumer Affairs,Electricity consumers concerned at having to pay huge amounts because charges for the past two or three months have accu...,Electricity Consumers to be given a grace period to pay their bills Electricity consumers concerned at having to pay huge amounts because charges for the past two or three months have accu...,negative,-0.993890166
"Sri Lanka banks allowed to count overdue SOE credit, EPF cover bad loans as liqudi assets",5/14/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka has eased liquid asset rules for banks until June 30, 2021 as the island battles a Coronvirus crisis, allowing...","Sri Lanka banks allowed to count overdue SOE credit, EPF cover bad loans as liqudi assets Sri Lanka has eased liquid asset rules for banks until June 30, 2021 as the island battles a Coronvirus crisis, allowing...",positive,0.620241702
"Navy vows not to let COVID 19 ""escape"" the virus ravaged Welisara camp",5/14/2020,Health,The Sri Lanka Navy is vowing that it will not allow the COVID 19 pandemic that has caused a lockdown of the Navy’s mas...,"Navy vows not to let COVID 19 ""escape"" the virus ravaged Welisara camp The Sri Lanka Navy is vowing that it will not allow the COVID 19 pandemic that has caused a lockdown of the Navy’s mas...",negative,-0.997290134
Govt confirms Private Sector will not let go any employees due to COVID 19,5/14/2020,Consumer Affairs,The Private sector Employers’ Union has agreed not to terminate any employee due to the financial crisis created in th...,Govt confirms Private Sector will not let go any employees due to COVID 19 The Private sector Employers’ Union has agreed not to terminate any employee due to the financial crisis created in th...,positive,0.912382722
"Sri Lanka bond yields open flat, stocks gain",5/14/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s bond yields were flat on Thursday while stocks opened  0.57 percent higher,"Sri Lanka bond yields open flat, stocks gain Sri Lanka’s bond yields were flat on Thursday while stocks opened  0.57 percent higher",negative,-0.999536872
Sri Lanka Resplendent Ceylon develops Covid-19 health and safety protocol,5/14/2020,Business,"Resplendent Ceylon, a Sri Lanka based high end boutique hotel chain, said it had developed a Covid-19 health and safety ...","Sri Lanka Resplendent Ceylon develops Covid-19 health and safety protocol Resplendent Ceylon, a Sri Lanka based high end boutique hotel chain, said it had developed a Covid-19 health and safety ...",positive,0.987186134
'Major' mental health crisis looming from pandemic: UN,5/14/2020,International news,"The coronavirus outbreak risks sparking a major global mental health crisis, the United Nations warned Thursday, calling...","'Major' mental health crisis looming from pandemic: UN The coronavirus outbreak risks sparking a major global mental health crisis, the United Nations warned Thursday, calling...",negative,-0.990531802
Sri Lanka's Mattala airport supports ship crew changes in Coronavirus battle,5/14/2020,Aviation,Sri Lanka's Mattala Airport is facilitating crew changes along with the ports strengthening the island's position as a l...,Sri Lanka's Mattala airport supports ship crew changes in Coronavirus battle Sri Lanka's Mattala Airport is facilitating crew changes along with the ports strengthening the island's position as a l...,positive,0.995525777
"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields down, no money printing visible",5/14/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's central bank has sold 30 billion rupees of Treasury bills at an auction on May 13 with no visible money prin...,"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields down, no money printing visible Sri Lanka's central bank has sold 30 billion rupees of Treasury bills at an auction on May 13 with no visible money prin...",negative,-0.999202788
Scapegoating the Muslims: From Aluthgama to Post-Easter Sunday to COVID-19,5/14/2020,Human Rights,To date in Sri Lanka 9 persons are said to have died of Covid-19 and out of these 4 are Muslims. At least 02 of these vi...,Scapegoating the Muslims: From Aluthgama to Post-Easter Sunday to COVID-19 To date in Sri Lanka 9 persons are said to have died of Covid-19 and out of these 4 are Muslims. At least 02 of these vi...,negative,-0.991601765
"Sri Lanka halts dividends, profit repatriation, share buy backs by banks",5/14/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank has halted banks from declaring dividends and foreign banks from repatriating profits under new...,"Sri Lanka halts dividends, profit repatriation, share buy backs by banks Sri Lanka's central bank has halted banks from declaring dividends and foreign banks from repatriating profits under new...",negative,-0.999065459
Sri Lanka tea prices dip in first May auction,5/13/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka’s high grown Ceylon teas saw dips in price in the first week of May amid quality drops lower foreign demand ...,Sri Lanka tea prices dip in first May auction Sri Lanka’s high grown Ceylon teas saw dips in price in the first week of May amid quality drops lower foreign demand ...,negative,-0.994411767
Rajitha Senaratne re-arrested in White Van press conference case,5/13/2020,Uncategorized,Former Minister Rajitha Senaratne was arrested today after the Colombo High Court yesterday revoked a bail order given b...,Rajitha Senaratne re-arrested in White Van press conference case Former Minister Rajitha Senaratne was arrested today after the Colombo High Court yesterday revoked a bail order given b...,negative,-0.990042567
"Three children allege ""CID Officers"" tried to coerce them to implicate madrassah in arms training",5/13/2020,Courts,"Three minors, all students of the Al-Zuhairiya Arabic School in Karaitivu have filed Fundamental Rights petitions before...","Three children allege ""CID Officers"" tried to coerce them to implicate madrassah in arms training Three minors, all students of the Al-Zuhairiya Arabic School in Karaitivu have filed Fundamental Rights petitions before...",negative,-0.994135976
Sri Lanka bond yields close flat,5/13/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s bond yields were flat Wednesday on moderate trading,Sri Lanka bond yields close flat Sri Lanka’s bond yields were flat Wednesday on moderate trading,negative,-0.998794675
Sri Lanka stocks rebound 2.8-pct amid foreign buying,5/13/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks rebounded 2.81 percent at close, ending two days of losses backed by foreign buying","Sri Lanka stocks rebound 2.8-pct amid foreign buying Sri Lanka stocks rebounded 2.81 percent at close, ending two days of losses backed by foreign buying",negative,-0.997044146
"SriLanka Airlines expects 60-pct revenue drop, to trim fleet amid Coronavirus",5/13/2020,Aviation,State-run SriLankan Airlines is expecting revenues to drop 60 percent to 400 million US dollars in the coming year forci...,"SriLanka Airlines expects 60-pct revenue drop, to trim fleet amid Coronavirus State-run SriLankan Airlines is expecting revenues to drop 60 percent to 400 million US dollars in the coming year forci...",negative,-0.998365581
Sri Lanka's Colombo port gets in to container storage in Covid-19 crisis,5/13/2020,Logistics,Sri Lanka's Colombo Port has got into the business of storing containers as global shipping was disrupted during a Coron...,Sri Lanka's Colombo port gets in to container storage in Covid-19 crisis Sri Lanka's Colombo Port has got into the business of storing containers as global shipping was disrupted during a Coron...,negative,-0.993322909
Sri Lanka stocks surge 3-pct after open,5/13/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks surged 2.94 percent in the first 30 minutes of trading after steep falls over two days, while a sensi...","Sri Lanka stocks surge 3-pct after open Sri Lanka's stocks surged 2.94 percent in the first 30 minutes of trading after steep falls over two days, while a sensi...",negative,-0.974948049
Sri Lanka bond yields open flat,5/13/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s bond yields were flat Wednesday on moderate trading,Sri Lanka bond yields open flat Sri Lanka’s bond yields were flat Wednesday on moderate trading,negative,-0.998707652
Facebook apologises for role in anti-Muslim violence in Sri Lanka,5/13/2020,Human Rights,Facebook’s own investigations have revealed that its lack of a serious response to complaints of platform-abuse in Sri...,Facebook apologises for role in anti-Muslim violence in Sri Lanka Facebook’s own investigations have revealed that its lack of a serious response to complaints of platform-abuse in Sri...,negative,-0.999176562
Sri Lanka Navy not hiding true situation at Welisara COVID 19 outbreak - Defense Secy,5/13/2020,Health,The Ministry of Defence is saying it is not hiding the seriousness of the issue of the number of Navy Personnel infected...,Sri Lanka Navy not hiding true situation at Welisara COVID 19 outbreak - Defense Secy The Ministry of Defence is saying it is not hiding the seriousness of the issue of the number of Navy Personnel infected...,negative,-0.968654037
Sri Lanka coconut auctions go online,5/13/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka's coconut auctions are conducted online to minimize person-to-person contact during a Coronavirus curfew where...,Sri Lanka coconut auctions go online Sri Lanka's coconut auctions are conducted online to minimize person-to-person contact during a Coronavirus curfew where...,negative,-0.996320009
"As countries begin reopening, US virus expert warns of dangers",5/13/2020,International news,France began reopening schools on Tuesday and Russia and India started getting back to work as the top US infectious dis...,"As countries begin reopening, US virus expert warns of dangers France began reopening schools on Tuesday and Russia and India started getting back to work as the top US infectious dis...",positive,0.958181083
Sri Lanka President instructs to start work on digital database of citizens,5/13/2020,Legal, Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has instructed official to issue a digital identify card for every citizens wh...,Sri Lanka President instructs to start work on digital database of citizens  Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has instructed official to issue a digital identify card for every citizens wh...,positive,0.937536538
Ten new cases of COVID 19 reported today - DG Health Services,5/12/2020,Health,Ten new COVID 19 positive cases have been reported today the Health Ministry said bringing the total infected in Sri Lan...,Ten new cases of COVID 19 reported today - DG Health Services Ten new COVID 19 positive cases have been reported today the Health Ministry said bringing the total infected in Sri Lan...,positive,0.936480343
"Ex-state ministers using official vehicles: JVP cries foul, govt remains vague",5/12/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka’s opposition Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) is committed to seeing a controversial cabinet memorandum repea...,"Ex-state ministers using official vehicles: JVP cries foul, govt remains vague Sri Lanka’s opposition Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) is committed to seeing a controversial cabinet memorandum repea...",negative,-0.99909997
Police probing fake statement offering relief payments for Lankans overseas,5/12/2020,Health,A CID investigation has begun into a fake press release written on a Presidential Secretariat letterhead offering allowa...,Police probing fake statement offering relief payments for Lankans overseas A CID investigation has begun into a fake press release written on a Presidential Secretariat letterhead offering allowa...,negative,-0.999048173
"Sri Lanka rupee steady, bond yields flat",5/12/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed around 188.25/45 to the US dollar Tuesday hardly changed form a day earlier after being activel...,"Sri Lanka rupee steady, bond yields flat Sri Lanka's rupee closed around 188.25/45 to the US dollar Tuesday hardly changed form a day earlier after being activel...",negative,-0.979756773
Sri Lanka sells Rs35bn in 03 and 8-year bonds,5/12/2020,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka has sold 35 billion rupees in 2023 and 2028 bonds after offering 50 billion rupees at the auction, data fro t...","Sri Lanka sells Rs35bn in 03 and 8-year bonds  Sri Lanka has sold 35 billion rupees in 2023 and 2028 bonds after offering 50 billion rupees at the auction, data fro t...",negative,-0.9673962
Internet-based education wont work now for Sri Lankan children - EFSL,5/12/2020,Education,The Educational Forum of Sri Lanka says with poor internet penetration and unwieldy systems on-line teaching for Sri Lan...,Internet-based education wont work now for Sri Lankan children - EFSL The Educational Forum of Sri Lanka says with poor internet penetration and unwieldy systems on-line teaching for Sri Lan...,negative,-0.999567449
"Sri Lanka stock market recovers from circuit breaker, down 30-pct in 2020",5/12/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 3.29 percent lower Tuesday taking the market down 30 percent so far in 2020, but stocks recovere...","Sri Lanka stock market recovers from circuit breaker, down 30-pct in 2020 Sri Lanka stocks closed 3.29 percent lower Tuesday taking the market down 30 percent so far in 2020, but stocks recovere...",negative,-0.988818944
Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings boosts stake in tea marketing firm,5/12/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings has boosted its stake in a branded tea company and trimmed the group interest in oil palm ...,Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings boosts stake in tea marketing firm Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings has boosted its stake in a branded tea company and trimmed the group interest in oil palm ...,positive,0.747258842
Sri Lanka police to seize vehicles without Covid-19 curfew passes,5/12/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka will seize vehicles travelling without curfew passes in Colombo and Gampaha districts while a anti-Coronavirus...,Sri Lanka police to seize vehicles without Covid-19 curfew passes Sri Lanka will seize vehicles travelling without curfew passes in Colombo and Gampaha districts while a anti-Coronavirus...,negative,-0.989186823
Sri Lanka removed from European money laundering list,5/12/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka has been removed from a list of high risk countries for money laundering and terror financing from May 07, the...","Sri Lanka removed from European money laundering list Sri Lanka has been removed from a list of high risk countries for money laundering and terror financing from May 07, the...",negative,-0.983872354
Sri Lanka stock market halted after 5-pct fall,5/12/2020,Markets,Trading at Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange was halted on May 12 after a sensitive index fell 5 percent about 10 minut...,Sri Lanka stock market halted after 5-pct fall Trading at Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange was halted on May 12 after a sensitive index fell 5 percent about 10 minut...,negative,-0.999458849
"SriLankan Airlines outbound flights to London, Tokyo, Hong Kong",5/12/2020,Aviation,"State-run SriLankan Airlines is offering outbound tickets to London, Tokyo and Hong Kong on its booking engine on severa...","SriLankan Airlines outbound flights to London, Tokyo, Hong Kong State-run SriLankan Airlines is offering outbound tickets to London, Tokyo and Hong Kong on its booking engine on severa...",negative,-0.96129632
"Sri Lanka tourist arrivals zero in April, 10,000 in country",5/12/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka got zero tourist arrivals in April 2020, the tourism promotion office sending the total arrivals so far into t...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals zero in April, 10,000 in country Sri Lanka got zero tourist arrivals in April 2020, the tourism promotion office sending the total arrivals so far into t...",negative,-0.998893201
School re-opening could take at least another month - Minister,5/12/2020,Health,The government is yet not fixing dates for schools to re-open and it would be done only on the advice of the health auth...,School re-opening could take at least another month - Minister The government is yet not fixing dates for schools to re-open and it would be done only on the advice of the health auth...,negative,-0.965429604
"Sri Lanka president calls for random testing construction sites, densely populated areas for Coronvi...",5/12/2020,Political News,"Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has called or random testing of construction sites, three wheeler, the main veget...","Sri Lanka president calls for random testing construction sites, densely populated areas for Coronvi... Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has called or random testing of construction sites, three wheeler, the main veget...",negative,-0.997148454
"Sri Lanka President urges equity driven infrastructure, two terminals at Colombo port",5/12/2020,Logistics,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had urged fast tracking infrastructure including two container terminals at Col...,"Sri Lanka President urges equity driven infrastructure, two terminals at Colombo port Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had urged fast tracking infrastructure including two container terminals at Col...",positive,0.706330419
Sri Lanka GDP could contract 1-3-pct over Coronavirus in 2020: analysts,5/12/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's gross domestic product likely to contract 1-3 percent in 2020 over a Coronavirus shock and macro issues, wit...","Sri Lanka GDP could contract 1-3-pct over Coronavirus in 2020: analysts Sri Lanka's gross domestic product likely to contract 1-3 percent in 2020 over a Coronavirus shock and macro issues, wit...",negative,-0.928091705
"Europe, New York start emerging from lockdown as fresh cases hit China, Korea",5/12/2020,International news,"Swathes of Europe as well as New York began the long process of reopening from coronavirus lockdowns on Monday, but a re...","Europe, New York start emerging from lockdown as fresh cases hit China, Korea Swathes of Europe as well as New York began the long process of reopening from coronavirus lockdowns on Monday, but a re...",negative,-0.986673355
"Sri Lanka rupee marginally weaker, bond yields ease after rate cut",5/12/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed around 188.30/50 to the US dollar in the spot market Monday with one month forwards quoted arou...,"Sri Lanka rupee marginally weaker, bond yields ease after rate cut Sri Lanka's rupee closed around 188.30/50 to the US dollar in the spot market Monday with one month forwards quoted arou...",positive,0.970935702
President appoints seven new Ministry Secretaries; Army General for Health,5/11/2020,Health,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed six new Permanent Secretaries to Ministries bringing in two senior military m...,President appoints seven new Ministry Secretaries; Army General for Health President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed six new Permanent Secretaries to Ministries bringing in two senior military m...,positive,0.980372012
No all day curfew in Puttalam and Kalutara districts,5/11/2020,Health,Police Spokesman SP Jaliya Senaratne said that curfew in Kalutara and Puttalam district have been lifted until further n...,No all day curfew in Puttalam and Kalutara districts Police Spokesman SP Jaliya Senaratne said that curfew in Kalutara and Puttalam district have been lifted until further n...,negative,-0.965931594
Sarvodaya Development Finance staff helps daily wage earners,5/11/2020,Business,"Staff of Sarvodaya Development Finance, a licensed finance company, has contributed a part of their pay to help daily wa...","Sarvodaya Development Finance staff helps daily wage earners Staff of Sarvodaya Development Finance, a licensed finance company, has contributed a part of their pay to help daily wa...",positive,0.973348022
Sri Lanka police offers clarity on COVID-19 curfew confusion,5/11/2020,Health,Curfew in Sri Lanka’s Kalutara and Puttalam districts - considered to be at high risk of COVID-19 infection - have bee...,Sri Lanka police offers clarity on COVID-19 curfew confusion Curfew in Sri Lanka’s Kalutara and Puttalam districts - considered to be at high risk of COVID-19 infection - have bee...,positive,0.984870255
Supreme Court to examine FR petitions on elections next week,5/11/2020,Human Rights,The Supreme Court will next Monday examine seven Fundamental Rights petitions challenging the holding of the Parliamenta...,Supreme Court to examine FR petitions on elections next week The Supreme Court will next Monday examine seven Fundamental Rights petitions challenging the holding of the Parliamenta...,negative,-0.641802311
Sri Lanka bond yields ease at open,5/11/2020,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka’s bond yields eased on Monday following a four-day market holiday, dealers said. ","Sri Lanka bond yields ease at open  Sri Lanka’s bond yields eased on Monday following a four-day market holiday, dealers said. ",positive,0.932263315
Sri Lanka market closed for day after 38 seconds as stocks plunge,5/11/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka's stock market closed trading for the day 38 seconds after the market re-opened on May 11 following a 7 week c...,Sri Lanka market closed for day after 38 seconds as stocks plunge Sri Lanka's stock market closed trading for the day 38 seconds after the market re-opened on May 11 following a 7 week c...,negative,-0.996638536
COVID 19 - Ranil wants testing increased as restrictions on movements are relaxed,5/11/2020,Health,Former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is calling on the government to increase community testing of people for the ...,COVID 19 - Ranil wants testing increased as restrictions on movements are relaxed Former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is calling on the government to increase community testing of people for the ...,negative,-0.910955369
Sri Lanka stocks crash through circuit breaker to fall 10-pct at open,5/11/2020,Markets," Sri Lanka's stocks crashed through a 5 percent circuit breaker as the market opened after a 7 week closure, with a sens...","Sri Lanka stocks crash through circuit breaker to fall 10-pct at open  Sri Lanka's stocks crashed through a 5 percent circuit breaker as the market opened after a 7 week closure, with a sens...",negative,-0.998902798
"Sri Lanka stocks hurt by Coronavirus, underlying economic issues",5/11/2020,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka stocks may fall 10 to 15 percent amid a Coronavirus crisis before recovering in line with regional peers thou...,"Sri Lanka stocks hurt by Coronavirus, underlying economic issues  Sri Lanka stocks may fall 10 to 15 percent amid a Coronavirus crisis before recovering in line with regional peers thou...",negative,-0.998897791
Migrant workers killed in latest tragedy amid India virus lockdown,5/11/2020,South Asia,"Five Indian migrant workers died when the mango-laden truck they hid in to evade the virus lockdown overturned, police s...","Migrant workers killed in latest tragedy amid India virus lockdown Five Indian migrant workers died when the mango-laden truck they hid in to evade the virus lockdown overturned, police s...",negative,-0.998715997
Sri Lanka lifts daytime curfews in Kaluthara and Puttalam districts,5/11/2020,Legal,"Sri Lanka has lifted a daytime Coronavirus curfew in Kaluthara and Puttalam districts from May 11, the President's offic...","Sri Lanka lifts daytime curfews in Kaluthara and Puttalam districts Sri Lanka has lifted a daytime Coronavirus curfew in Kaluthara and Puttalam districts from May 11, the President's offic...",positive,0.879880846
"Sri Lanka growth stalls, per capita GDP drops US$200 in 2019 after monetary instability",5/10/2020,Bellwether,"Sri Lanka's per person gross domestic product had dropped 227 dollars to 3,852 dollars in 2019 after a the latest curren...","Sri Lanka growth stalls, per capita GDP drops US$200 in 2019 after monetary instability Sri Lanka's per person gross domestic product had dropped 227 dollars to 3,852 dollars in 2019 after a the latest curren...",negative,-0.999048531
"Sri Lanka new curfew rules from May 11 Monday for public, businesses - Updated",5/10/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is relaxing Coronavirus curfews in the Western province for people to report to work and also get groceries fr...,"Sri Lanka new curfew rules from May 11 Monday for public, businesses - Updated Sri Lanka is relaxing Coronavirus curfews in the Western province for people to report to work and also get groceries fr...",negative,-0.573391438
Sri Lanka's CAA ends black markets it started in dhall and tinned fish,5/10/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's Consumer Price Authority has ended the black markets and shortages it created by imposing price controls fro...,Sri Lanka's CAA ends black markets it started in dhall and tinned fish Sri Lanka's Consumer Price Authority has ended the black markets and shortages it created by imposing price controls fro...,negative,-0.995788991
"Sri Lanka extends visas of tourists, foreigners till June 11 over Covid-19",5/10/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka has extended visas of all foreign tourists and resident foreigners until June 11, the island's immigration off...","Sri Lanka extends visas of tourists, foreigners till June 11 over Covid-19 Sri Lanka has extended visas of all foreign tourists and resident foreigners until June 11, the island's immigration off...",negative,-0.909557223
"Sri Lanka barbers seeking towels, salons struggling to obey Covid-19 rules",5/10/2020,General Services,Sri Lanka's barbers do not have enough towels and beauty salons are also struggling to revamp their places of business t...,"Sri Lanka barbers seeking towels, salons struggling to obey Covid-19 rules Sri Lanka's barbers do not have enough towels and beauty salons are also struggling to revamp their places of business t...",negative,-0.997462988
"France, Spain move toward reopening as global virus cases pass four million",5/10/2020,International news,"People in France and Spain, two of the countries hardest hit by the coronavirus pandemic, were preparing Sunday for an e...","France, Spain move toward reopening as global virus cases pass four million People in France and Spain, two of the countries hardest hit by the coronavirus pandemic, were preparing Sunday for an e...",negative,-0.956796825
Health Dept. - Navy cluster contributes more than half of COVID 19 positive total of 847,5/9/2020,Health,As of today more than half of the patients infected by COVID 19 in Sri Lanka since the outbreak are from the so-called N...,Health Dept. - Navy cluster contributes more than half of COVID 19 positive total of 847 As of today more than half of the patients infected by COVID 19 in Sri Lanka since the outbreak are from the so-called N...,negative,-0.963632941
Argentina misses deadline on international debt agreement,5/9/2020,International news,"Argentina missed a Friday deadline to reach an agreement with international creditors to restructure its massive debt, b...","Argentina misses deadline on international debt agreement Argentina missed a Friday deadline to reach an agreement with international creditors to restructure its massive debt, b...",negative,-0.998336673
Opposition challenges PBJ's request for goverment workers to donate salary,5/9/2020,Economy,The Samagi Jana Balavegaya is challenging the government’s statement that the country can save Rs 100 billion if the s...,Opposition challenges PBJ's request for goverment workers to donate salary The Samagi Jana Balavegaya is challenging the government’s statement that the country can save Rs 100 billion if the s...,negative,-0.994300246
Sri Lanka banks readying for external pressure as 'stimulus' trigger downgrades,5/9/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's banks which have borrowed abroad could face greater pressure from foreign lenders amid credit downgrades, a ...","Sri Lanka banks readying for external pressure as 'stimulus' trigger downgrades Sri Lanka's banks which have borrowed abroad could face greater pressure from foreign lenders amid credit downgrades, a ...",negative,-0.999099255
Bandula dismisses vote on account allegations; claims all constitutional provisions correctly follow...,5/9/2020,Politics,"The government needed to take out loans to allocate funds to the public health service to meet pandemic expenditure, whi...","Bandula dismisses vote on account allegations; claims all constitutional provisions correctly follow... The government needed to take out loans to allocate funds to the public health service to meet pandemic expenditure, whi...",negative,-0.995741129
"Weligama mayor accuses media of invading COVID-19 patient's privacy, bans unauthorised entry into pr...",5/9/2020,Health,Weligama Mayor Rehaan Jayawickreme has banned the unauthorised entry of media personnel into the private property of sus...,"Weligama mayor accuses media of invading COVID-19 patient's privacy, bans unauthorised entry into pr... Weligama Mayor Rehaan Jayawickreme has banned the unauthorised entry of media personnel into the private property of sus...",negative,-0.998241544
"Sri Lanka capital markets outlook in 2020, LIVE NOW",5/9/2020,Markets,"The outlook for Sri Lanka's equity markets will be discussed live today at 1000hr in a Echelon Decodes seminar, Blood on...","Sri Lanka capital markets outlook in 2020, LIVE NOW The outlook for Sri Lanka's equity markets will be discussed live today at 1000hr in a Echelon Decodes seminar, Blood on...",positive,0.969352186
"Sri Lanka bringing home migrant workers, students who want to repatriate",5/9/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka is looking to repatriate citizens currently overseas by prioritizing them in an objective way, and this week a...","Sri Lanka bringing home migrant workers, students who want to repatriate Sri Lanka is looking to repatriate citizens currently overseas by prioritizing them in an objective way, and this week a...",positive,0.941853523
Sri Lanka private credit slow in February 2020,5/9/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's private credit picked up to 25 billion rupees in January 2020, from just 0.3 billion rupees in December, whi...","Sri Lanka private credit slow in February 2020 Sri Lanka's private credit picked up to 25 billion rupees in January 2020, from just 0.3 billion rupees in December, whi...",negative,-0.989543915
GR's name appears on US Federal list of those who renounced citizenship,5/9/2020,Legal,Finally ending lingering doubts whether President Gotabaya Rajapaksa renounced his United States citizenship his name ha...,GR's name appears on US Federal list of those who renounced citizenship Finally ending lingering doubts whether President Gotabaya Rajapaksa renounced his United States citizenship his name ha...,negative,-0.989727557
Storm over PB's request for state-sector workers to take pay cut,5/8/2020,Political News,Facing a storm of protest the government is saying that the proposed pay-cut for state sector employees was a “persona...,Storm over PB's request for state-sector workers to take pay cut Facing a storm of protest the government is saying that the proposed pay-cut for state sector employees was a “persona...,negative,-0.996588111
Request to donate salary could be seen as a threat: Ceylon Teachers' Union,5/8/2020,Politics,Ceylon Teachers’ Union will not support the request made by President’s Secretary P B Jayasundara from state sector ...,Request to donate salary could be seen as a threat: Ceylon Teachers' Union Ceylon Teachers’ Union will not support the request made by President’s Secretary P B Jayasundara from state sector ...,negative,-0.999521852
SJB asks Jasinghe to reveal how many PCR tests were done on VIP staff,5/8/2020,Health,The Opposition Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) has filed a Right to Information request to the Director-General of Health S...,SJB asks Jasinghe to reveal how many PCR tests were done on VIP staff The Opposition Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) has filed a Right to Information request to the Director-General of Health S...,negative,-0.990079761
Sri Lanka state salary contribution call from Jayasundera as tax revenues hit: Minister,5/8/2020,Economy,A call for Sri Lanka's state workers to make some contribution to help the budget deficit came from the President's Secr...,Sri Lanka state salary contribution call from Jayasundera as tax revenues hit: Minister A call for Sri Lanka's state workers to make some contribution to help the budget deficit came from the President's Secr...,negative,-0.996614993
"Using Disaster Management Act to fight COVID-19 would've ensured more transparency, acountability: S...",5/8/2020,Politics,"The government of Sri Lanka could’ve handled the COVID-19 pandemic better had it utilised the Disaster Management Act,...","Using Disaster Management Act to fight COVID-19 would've ensured more transparency, acountability: S... The government of Sri Lanka could’ve handled the COVID-19 pandemic better had it utilised the Disaster Management Act,...",negative,-0.998689592
Kurunegala Hospital Chief removed due to alleged failure to prepare for COVID 19,5/8/2020,Health,The government has removed the head of the Kurunegala Teaching Hospital (KTH) because he has allegedly failed to prepare...,Kurunegala Hospital Chief removed due to alleged failure to prepare for COVID 19 The government has removed the head of the Kurunegala Teaching Hospital (KTH) because he has allegedly failed to prepare...,negative,-0.99914515
"Sri Lanka streamlines sand, mineral transport licenses",5/8/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Geological Survey and Mines Bureau (GSMB) said new licenses for the transport of sand and other minerals wou...,"Sri Lanka streamlines sand, mineral transport licenses Sri Lanka's Geological Survey and Mines Bureau (GSMB) said new licenses for the transport of sand and other minerals wou...",negative,-0.991317511
Grim economic data reveals virus devastation,5/8/2020,International news,"A new raft of bleak economic data laid bare the crippling worldwide impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Thursday, as h...","Grim economic data reveals virus devastation A new raft of bleak economic data laid bare the crippling worldwide impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Thursday, as h...",negative,-0.999067962
Sri Lanka forex reserves drop US$353mn to US$7.2bn in April,5/8/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's foreign reserves have dropped 353 million US dollars to 7,179 million US dollars, official data show, after ...","Sri Lanka forex reserves drop US$353mn to US$7.2bn in April Sri Lanka's foreign reserves have dropped 353 million US dollars to 7,179 million US dollars, official data show, after ...",negative,-0.996792853
“No questions asked” – COVID-19 money laundering risks emerge: TISL,5/7/2020,Corruption,Sri Lanka’s new “no questions asked” policy on deposits of foreign currency should be consistent with the countryâ...,“No questions asked” – COVID-19 money laundering risks emerge: TISL Sri Lanka’s new “no questions asked” policy on deposits of foreign currency should be consistent with the countryâ...,negative,-0.994095802
More than a million can lose jobs as COVID 19 ravages the economy - experts,5/7/2020,Economy,More than a million Sri Lankans are likely to become unemployed or underemployed as the COVID 19 crisis ravages the econ...,More than a million can lose jobs as COVID 19 ravages the economy - experts More than a million Sri Lankans are likely to become unemployed or underemployed as the COVID 19 crisis ravages the econ...,negative,-0.99925667
Sri Lanka state enterprises to get Coronvirus bailouts,5/7/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved bailouts to several state enterprises which are in financial trouble in a ...,Sri Lanka state enterprises to get Coronvirus bailouts Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved bailouts to several state enterprises which are in financial trouble in a ...,negative,-0.997984529
Sri Lanka's opposition says asking state employees to donate salaries shows economic mismanagement,5/7/2020,Politics,"Sri Lanka’s president, prime minister and the cabinet of ministers could’ve set up an example by foregoing their sal...","Sri Lanka's opposition says asking state employees to donate salaries shows economic mismanagement Sri Lanka’s president, prime minister and the cabinet of ministers could’ve set up an example by foregoing their sal...",negative,-0.997337997
"Sri Lanka listed companies hit by Coronavirus, some firms resume work",5/7/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's publicly traded companies have said Coronavirus and curfews had badly hit their cashflows and revenues but s...,"Sri Lanka listed companies hit by Coronavirus, some firms resume work Sri Lanka's publicly traded companies have said Coronavirus and curfews had badly hit their cashflows and revenues but s...",negative,-0.999498725
Sri Lanka PM says Coronavirus no bar to celebrate Vesak values,5/7/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has said that a Coroanvirus pandemic and curfews should not be bar to celeb...,Sri Lanka PM says Coronavirus no bar to celebrate Vesak values Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has said that a Coroanvirus pandemic and curfews should not be bar to celeb...,negative,-0.900567293
Sri Lanka task force to devise post-Covid-19 'new economic model',5/7/2020,Economy,"A presidential task force has been asked to a come up with a 'new economic model' in the post-Coronavirus era, with econ...","Sri Lanka task force to devise post-Covid-19 'new economic model' A presidential task force has been asked to a come up with a 'new economic model' in the post-Coronavirus era, with econ...",negative,-0.945660174
Coronavirus: latest global developments,5/7/2020,International news,"At least 260,546 people have died of the novel coronavirus since the epidemic surfaced in China late last year, accordin...","Coronavirus: latest global developments At least 260,546 people have died of the novel coronavirus since the epidemic surfaced in China late last year, accordin...",negative,-0.962956309
"Sri Lanka economy to contract 1.0-pct in 2020, banks to under pressure from Coronavirus: Fitch",5/7/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's gross domestic product is expected to contract by one percent in 2020 and the operating environment for bank...,"Sri Lanka economy to contract 1.0-pct in 2020, banks to under pressure from Coronavirus: Fitch Sri Lanka's gross domestic product is expected to contract by one percent in 2020 and the operating environment for bank...",negative,-0.990352929
Total cases upto 795 as updates are released after the nightly news,5/6/2020,Health,The total number of COVID 19 positive cases in Sri Lanka rose to 795 today with 23 new cases reported according to the M...,Total cases upto 795 as updates are released after the nightly news The total number of COVID 19 positive cases in Sri Lanka rose to 795 today with 23 new cases reported according to the M...,positive,0.573796749
Holding elections after June 2 prima facie unconstitutional: expert,5/6/2020,Politics,A leading constitutional expert old EconomyNext that the decision to hold elections on a date beyond the time permitted ...,Holding elections after June 2 prima facie unconstitutional: expert A leading constitutional expert old EconomyNext that the decision to hold elections on a date beyond the time permitted ...,positive,0.870160937
Sri Lanka cuts policy rates by 50bp to 6.50-pct,5/6/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank said it had cut the policy rate at which it injects printed money to markets by 50 basis points...,Sri Lanka cuts policy rates by 50bp to 6.50-pct Sri Lanka's central bank said it had cut the policy rate at which it injects printed money to markets by 50 basis points...,negative,-0.998409092
Four patients from yesterday declared COVID 19 negative - officials,5/6/2020,Health,Officials are saying that the last four patients who they first believed contracted COVID 19 have tested negative for th...,Four patients from yesterday declared COVID 19 negative - officials Officials are saying that the last four patients who they first believed contracted COVID 19 have tested negative for th...,negative,-0.998854041
COVID 19 - Officials trying to trace how last four patients became infected,5/6/2020,Health,"Health authorities are unsure as to how the last four patients who contracted COVID 19 got the infection, a senior healt...","COVID 19 - Officials trying to trace how last four patients became infected Health authorities are unsure as to how the last four patients who contracted COVID 19 got the infection, a senior healt...",negative,-0.992688298
Hemas funds Sri Lanka quarantine centre at Hotel Dolphin,5/6/2020,Environment,"Sri Lanka's Hemas group said it Club Hotel Dolphin in Waikkala, run as a quarantine centre at their expense has complete...","Hemas funds Sri Lanka quarantine centre at Hotel Dolphin Sri Lanka's Hemas group said it Club Hotel Dolphin in Waikkala, run as a quarantine centre at their expense has complete...",negative,-0.977256536
Govt mishandling funds that could provide relief to people: JVP,5/6/2020,Politics,The government of Sri Lanka has acted in bad faith and failed to provide the people the relief owed to them in the COVID...,Govt mishandling funds that could provide relief to people: JVP The government of Sri Lanka has acted in bad faith and failed to provide the people the relief owed to them in the COVID...,negative,-0.99966383
Navy refutes stories that it is withdrawing from public duties,5/6/2020,Security,The Sri Lanka Navy is debunking stories that it is to temporarily withdraw from COVID-19 prevention duties as well as ro...,Navy refutes stories that it is withdrawing from public duties The Sri Lanka Navy is debunking stories that it is to temporarily withdraw from COVID-19 prevention duties as well as ro...,negative,-0.99335736
"Sri Lanka rupee strengthens in one week forwards against US dollar, spot seen",5/6/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee strengthened to 187.50/188.00 to the US dollar on Thursday from around 189.00/189.50 to the US dollar ...,"Sri Lanka rupee strengthens in one week forwards against US dollar, spot seen Sri Lanka's rupee strengthened to 187.50/188.00 to the US dollar on Thursday from around 189.00/189.50 to the US dollar ...",positive,0.911814451
"DFCC downgraded to 'B-' on Sri Lanka sovereign rating cut, Coronavirus risks",5/6/2020,Bonds & Forex,Fitch Ratings has downgraded Colombo-based DFCC Bank to 'B-' from 'B' after Sri Lanka's sovereign rating was downgraded ...,"DFCC downgraded to 'B-' on Sri Lanka sovereign rating cut, Coronavirus risks Fitch Ratings has downgraded Colombo-based DFCC Bank to 'B-' from 'B' after Sri Lanka's sovereign rating was downgraded ...",negative,-0.998621464
Zoysa charges government with hiding COVID 19 deaths,5/6/2020,Health,Former MP Wijith Wijayamuni Zoysa is questioning whether the government is trying to cover-up the COVID-19 death count b...,Zoysa charges government with hiding COVID 19 deaths Former MP Wijith Wijayamuni Zoysa is questioning whether the government is trying to cover-up the COVID-19 death count b...,negative,-0.990919232
"Coronavirus Impact on Sri Lanka ratings, Fitch Ratings webinar on May 15",5/6/2020,Bonds & Forex,Fitch Ratings is hosting an online forum with its sovereign and institutional rating analysts covering Sri Lanka on May ...,"Coronavirus Impact on Sri Lanka ratings, Fitch Ratings webinar on May 15 Fitch Ratings is hosting an online forum with its sovereign and institutional rating analysts covering Sri Lanka on May ...",negative,-0.980176151
United States grants Sri Lanka US$5.8mn for Coronavirus battle,5/6/2020,Health,The United States has said it is giving another 4.5 million US dollars to Sri Lanka for its fight against Coronavirus to...,United States grants Sri Lanka US$5.8mn for Coronavirus battle The United States has said it is giving another 4.5 million US dollars to Sri Lanka for its fight against Coronavirus to...,negative,-0.973156631
The Wuhan virus lab at the heart of the US-China spat,5/6/2020,International news,The Chinese laboratory accused by top American officials of being the source of the coronavirus pandemic conducts resear...,The Wuhan virus lab at the heart of the US-China spat The Chinese laboratory accused by top American officials of being the source of the coronavirus pandemic conducts resear...,positive,0.988178551
"Guidelines to be issued for Beauty Parlours, Barber shops to open",5/6/2020,Health,"Beauty Parlours, Barber Saloons and similar institutions may re-open once they get certification from the Health Authori...","Guidelines to be issued for Beauty Parlours, Barber shops to open Beauty Parlours, Barber Saloons and similar institutions may re-open once they get certification from the Health Authori...",negative,-0.994336307
Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon rating downgraded to 'B-' by Fitch,5/6/2020,Banking,"Fitch Ratings has downgraded state-run Bank of Ceylon's rating to 'B-' from 'B', with a outlook after a sovereign rating...","Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon rating downgraded to 'B-' by Fitch Fitch Ratings has downgraded state-run Bank of Ceylon's rating to 'B-' from 'B', with a outlook after a sovereign rating...",negative,-0.998654604
Sri Lanka warned of Coronavirus in the community as new cases found,5/6/2020,Environment,"Sri Lanka's health minister warned that there may be infected persons in the community who do not show symptoms, while t...","Sri Lanka warned of Coronavirus in the community as new cases found Sri Lanka's health minister warned that there may be infected persons in the community who do not show symptoms, while t...",negative,-0.992809176
Coronavirus: latest global developments,5/6/2020,International news,"At least 254,532 people have died of the novel coronavirus since the epidemic surfaced in China late last year, accordin...","Coronavirus: latest global developments At least 254,532 people have died of the novel coronavirus since the epidemic surfaced in China late last year, accordin...",negative,-0.956891358
Sri Lankan to operate cargo flights to 27 destinations in Coronavirus crisis,5/6/2020,Aviation,State-run SriLankan Airlines said it will operate cargo flights to 27 destinations using passenger aircraft with expande...,Sri Lankan to operate cargo flights to 27 destinations in Coronavirus crisis State-run SriLankan Airlines said it will operate cargo flights to 27 destinations using passenger aircraft with expande...,negative,-0.635655761
Total reported in Sri Lanka goes to 760 patients as 9 new diagnosed,5/5/2020,Health,The number of COVID 19 patients since the outbreak rose to 760 this evening as nine new patients were diagnosed today th...,Total reported in Sri Lanka goes to 760 patients as 9 new diagnosed The number of COVID 19 patients since the outbreak rose to 760 this evening as nine new patients were diagnosed today th...,negative,-0.922701955
"Sri Lanka asks 11,000 tourists and expats to register at online support centre",5/5/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka Tourism has asked an estimated 11,389 tourists and expatriates in the country to register at an online support...","Sri Lanka asks 11,000 tourists and expats to register at online support centre Sri Lanka Tourism has asked an estimated 11,389 tourists and expatriates in the country to register at an online support...",negative,-0.895192206
Soldier who collapsed in Dambulla - cause of death unknown: police,5/5/2020,Health,"The cause of death of a soldier who died yesterday upon collapsing at the Dambulla bus terminal is still unknown, as the...","Soldier who collapsed in Dambulla - cause of death unknown: police The cause of death of a soldier who died yesterday upon collapsing at the Dambulla bus terminal is still unknown, as the...",negative,-0.997895837
Three new COVID 19 clusters emerge from Colombo and Kandy as 9th fatality is confirmed,5/5/2020,Health,Two new clusters of COVID 19 positive patients have emerged in the Colombo district and another cluster from Kandy today...,Three new COVID 19 clusters emerge from Colombo and Kandy as 9th fatality is confirmed Two new clusters of COVID 19 positive patients have emerged in the Colombo district and another cluster from Kandy today...,positive,0.895761132
Sri Lanka rupee weaker against greenback on one week forwards,5/5/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted around 188.25/188.50 to the US dollar in one week forwards in intra-day trade but weakened ...,Sri Lanka rupee weaker against greenback on one week forwards Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted around 188.25/188.50 to the US dollar in one week forwards in intra-day trade but weakened ...,negative,-0.998838246
Sri Lanka confirms ninth COVID-19 death as total infected rises to 755,5/5/2020,Health,Sri Lanka confirmed its nine death from the COVID-19 pandemic a short while ago.,Sri Lanka confirms ninth COVID-19 death as total infected rises to 755 Sri Lanka confirmed its nine death from the COVID-19 pandemic a short while ago.,negative,-0.994355679
Sri Lanka retailers appeal for 50-pct rent cut as most shops closed,5/5/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka Retailers' Association (SLRA) which represents clothing, consumer durables, footwear, fashion and jewellery as...","Sri Lanka retailers appeal for 50-pct rent cut as most shops closed Sri Lanka Retailers' Association (SLRA) which represents clothing, consumer durables, footwear, fashion and jewellery as...",negative,-0.997496903
Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port LPG tanks leased to Litro Gas in use,5/5/2020,Logistics,"Sri Lanka's Hambantota International Port, run by China's CM Ports said liquefied petroleum gas tanks leased to state-ru...","Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port LPG tanks leased to Litro Gas in use Sri Lanka's Hambantota International Port, run by China's CM Ports said liquefied petroleum gas tanks leased to state-ru...",negative,-0.996708512
Total COVID 19 patients rises to 751 at midnight as 33 more are diagnosed,5/5/2020,Health,"The number of COVID 19 patients rose by 33 yesterday as the eighth death from the disease was recorded, the Health Minis...","Total COVID 19 patients rises to 751 at midnight as 33 more are diagnosed The number of COVID 19 patients rose by 33 yesterday as the eighth death from the disease was recorded, the Health Minis...",negative,-0.995033264
"Sri Lanka undersells Treasury bills at auction, 12-month yield targeted",5/5/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has raised 19.25 billion rupees from a Treasury bill auction on April 04, after offering 30 billion rupees of ...","Sri Lanka undersells Treasury bills at auction, 12-month yield targeted Sri Lanka has raised 19.25 billion rupees from a Treasury bill auction on April 04, after offering 30 billion rupees of ...",negative,-0.983254373
"Virus deaths top 250,000 as billions raised for vaccine push",5/5/2020,Health,"Global deaths from the coronavirus pandemic topped a quarter-million on Monday, mostly in the US and Europe even as both...","Virus deaths top 250,000 as billions raised for vaccine push Global deaths from the coronavirus pandemic topped a quarter-million on Monday, mostly in the US and Europe even as both...",negative,-0.835776091
"Sri Lanka country-wide Coronavirus curfew from May 06-11, work in all red zones from May 11 - Update",5/5/2020,Legal,"Sri Lanka will re-impose a country wide curfew from 2000hours on May 06 (Wednesday) until May 11, while it will continue...","Sri Lanka country-wide Coronavirus curfew from May 06-11, work in all red zones from May 11 - Update Sri Lanka will re-impose a country wide curfew from 2000hours on May 06 (Wednesday) until May 11, while it will continue...",negative,-0.989318311
Sri Lanka records eighth death from COVID 19 - Health Ministry,5/4/2020,Health,The Sri Lanka government has confirmed that an eighth person has died from the COVID 19 disease today May 4.An announc...,Sri Lanka records eighth death from COVID 19 - Health Ministry The Sri Lanka government has confirmed that an eighth person has died from the COVID 19 disease today May 4.An announc...,negative,-0.994008899
SLAF - Gunesinghepura men did not die of COVID 19,5/4/2020,Health,"The two men who died at the Mullaitivu quarantine centre last week did not succumb to COVID-19, a military spokesman sai...","SLAF - Gunesinghepura men did not die of COVID 19 The two men who died at the Mullaitivu quarantine centre last week did not succumb to COVID-19, a military spokesman sai...",positive,0.939127386
Sri Lanka rupee extend gains against greenback in one week forwards,5/4/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee strengthened to 188.25/188.75 to the greenback in one week forwards, helped by some bank and exporter ...","Sri Lanka rupee extend gains against greenback in one week forwards Sri Lanka's rupee strengthened to 188.25/188.75 to the greenback in one week forwards, helped by some bank and exporter ...",positive,0.827951312
TNA says PM's meeting is not a substitute for reconvening of Parliament,5/4/2020,Human Rights,The Tamil National Alliance has stated that although it has attended the meeting called by Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapa...,TNA says PM's meeting is not a substitute for reconvening of Parliament The Tamil National Alliance has stated that although it has attended the meeting called by Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapa...,negative,-0.838008881
"Brandix apparel plants in Sri Lanka, India making PPE in Covid-19 battle",5/4/2020,Apparel,"Sri Lanka's Brandix, an apparel group with operations in India and Bangladesh is turning its factories into making perso...","Brandix apparel plants in Sri Lanka, India making PPE in Covid-19 battle Sri Lanka's Brandix, an apparel group with operations in India and Bangladesh is turning its factories into making perso...",negative,-0.928441584
Confusion over Sri Lanka's latest COVID-19 curfew update,5/4/2020,Health,"There appears to be some confusion regarding the COVID-19 curfew in Colombo and other districts, as an unexpectedly high...","Confusion over Sri Lanka's latest COVID-19 curfew update There appears to be some confusion regarding the COVID-19 curfew in Colombo and other districts, as an unexpectedly high...",negative,-0.994620323
SriLankan Airlines takes 40-Pakistan nationals home,5/4/2020,Aviation,"State-run SriLankan Airlines had taken 40 Pakistani national back on May 04, who were stranded in Colombo the High Commi...","SriLankan Airlines takes 40-Pakistan nationals home State-run SriLankan Airlines had taken 40 Pakistani national back on May 04, who were stranded in Colombo the High Commi...",negative,-0.981099963
Sri Lanka's oil palm growers say ready for more 'import substitution' if allowed,5/4/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's oil palm growers which have been facing opposition from activist who are energized by rainforests destructio...,Sri Lanka's oil palm growers say ready for more 'import substitution' if allowed Sri Lanka's oil palm growers which have been facing opposition from activist who are energized by rainforests destructio...,negative,-0.99429518
Sri Lanka's Jetwing Hotels provides premium Coronavirus quarantine at budget rate,5/4/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's hotels including upmarket Jetwing group have started providing hotels for premium quarantine services at bud...,Sri Lanka's Jetwing Hotels provides premium Coronavirus quarantine at budget rate Sri Lanka's hotels including upmarket Jetwing group have started providing hotels for premium quarantine services at bud...,negative,-0.519007504
Sri Lanka medial officers of health (MOH) Coronavirus helplines,5/4/2020,Health, Sri Lanka's Ministry of Health has published a list of Medical Officers of Health (MOH) in all areas of the country for...,Sri Lanka medial officers of health (MOH) Coronavirus helplines  Sri Lanka's Ministry of Health has published a list of Medical Officers of Health (MOH) in all areas of the country for...,positive,0.862692714
Trump leadership void on South Asia persists as diplomat retires,5/4/2020,Political News,"The acting top US diplomat for South Asia announced her retirement Sunday, as President Donald Trump looks increasingly ...","Trump leadership void on South Asia persists as diplomat retires The acting top US diplomat for South Asia announced her retirement Sunday, as President Donald Trump looks increasingly ...",negative,-0.991442978
Sri Lanka's Negombo hospital ICU upgrade started by Dialog Axiata,5/4/2020,Economy,"Dialog Axiata, Sri Lanka's largest mobile operator said it had begun expanding the intensive care unit of Negombo hospit...","Sri Lanka's Negombo hospital ICU upgrade started by Dialog Axiata Dialog Axiata, Sri Lanka's largest mobile operator said it had begun expanding the intensive care unit of Negombo hospit...",negative,-0.909694433
PM says Opposition wants Parliament recalled to block anti COVID 19 fight,5/3/2020,Health,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is saying that the opposition is wanting the old Parliament reconvened so that they can...,PM says Opposition wants Parliament recalled to block anti COVID 19 fight Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is saying that the opposition is wanting the old Parliament reconvened so that they can...,negative,-0.997353554
"UNP does a U-turn, will boycott Mahinda's MPs meeting tomorrow",5/3/2020,Health,The United National Party is also not attending the meeting of all former members of the recently dissolved parliament c...,"UNP does a U-turn, will boycott Mahinda's MPs meeting tomorrow The United National Party is also not attending the meeting of all former members of the recently dissolved parliament c...",negative,-0.999463022
"India gears up for mega virus concert with Shahrukh Khan, Jagger, Smith",5/3/2020,South Asia,"Indians geared up Sunday for a massive online concert with top local and global stars, including rock legend Mick Jagger...","India gears up for mega virus concert with Shahrukh Khan, Jagger, Smith Indians geared up Sunday for a massive online concert with top local and global stars, including rock legend Mick Jagger...",positive,0.998645127
Sri Lanka's SAGT says e-clearing is now live at its Colombo port terminal,5/3/2020,Logistics,South Asia Gateway Terminals (SAGT a unit of Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings says it has started paperless clearing of ...,Sri Lanka's SAGT says e-clearing is now live at its Colombo port terminal South Asia Gateway Terminals (SAGT a unit of Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings says it has started paperless clearing of ...,negative,-0.998633683
"Sri Lanka high grown teas up, low growns ease in April 29/30 auction",5/3/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's high grown Ceylon teas made gains at the last auction in April, while low growns eased after steep prices ga...","Sri Lanka high grown teas up, low growns ease in April 29/30 auction Sri Lanka's high grown Ceylon teas made gains at the last auction in April, while low growns eased after steep prices ga...",positive,0.971220016
"Sri Lanka Insurance rating downgraded to 'B', outlook negative: Fitch",5/3/2020,Finance,Fitch Ratings has downgraded the insurer rating of state-run Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation Limited to 'B' from 'B+' wi...,"Sri Lanka Insurance rating downgraded to 'B', outlook negative: Fitch Fitch Ratings has downgraded the insurer rating of state-run Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation Limited to 'B' from 'B+' wi...",negative,-0.999559104
Sri Lanka COVID 19 total breaches 700 mark,5/3/2020,Health,The total number of COVID 19 positive patients in Sri Lanka since the outbreak in March this year has risen to 705 by mi...,Sri Lanka COVID 19 total breaches 700 mark The total number of COVID 19 positive patients in Sri Lanka since the outbreak in March this year has risen to 705 by mi...,negative,-0.995379329
Sri Lanka extends Central bank re-financed Covid-19 credit relief deadline to May 15,5/3/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka has extended a deadline for Coronavirus credit relief for Coronavirus affected businesses from a central bank ...,Sri Lanka extends Central bank re-financed Covid-19 credit relief deadline to May 15 Sri Lanka has extended a deadline for Coronavirus credit relief for Coronavirus affected businesses from a central bank ...,negative,-0.977338433
Warren Buffett: 'American magic' will spur US economic recovery,5/3/2020,International news,Billionaire investor Warren Buffet said Saturday he's confident the US economy will bounce back from its pummeling by th...,Warren Buffett: 'American magic' will spur US economic recovery Billionaire investor Warren Buffet said Saturday he's confident the US economy will bounce back from its pummeling by th...,positive,0.998072267
SriLanka to bring back citizens from Coronavirus-hit UK and Australia,5/2/2020,Aviation, SriLankan Airlines said it is operating two rescue flights to the UK and Australia to bring back citizens in an operati...,SriLanka to bring back citizens from Coronavirus-hit UK and Australia  SriLankan Airlines said it is operating two rescue flights to the UK and Australia to bring back citizens in an operati...,negative,-0.902352095
"Sri Lanka prints more money, after slapping forex controls amid IMF warning",5/2/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has printed more money in the week ending April 30 after under-selling Treasury bills at the weekly auction, o...","Sri Lanka prints more money, after slapping forex controls amid IMF warning Sri Lanka has printed more money in the week ending April 30 after under-selling Treasury bills at the weekly auction, o...",negative,-0.998807788
"Opposition puzzled at PM's invite to former MPs after ""callous"" rejection by President",5/2/2020,Legal,The Opposition says it cannot understand why Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has invited all members of the recently di...,"Opposition puzzled at PM's invite to former MPs after ""callous"" rejection by President The Opposition says it cannot understand why Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has invited all members of the recently di...",negative,-0.997043788
Government responsible for safety of Security Forces personnel - Hesha,5/2/2020,Health,Former Opposition MP Hesha Withanage is saying that the government should take full responsibility for putting the lives...,Government responsible for safety of Security Forces personnel - Hesha Former Opposition MP Hesha Withanage is saying that the government should take full responsibility for putting the lives...,negative,-0.963640273
"Sri Lanka businesses call for labor law flexibility, deferred EPF in Coronavirus curfews",5/2/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's businesses hit by Coronavirus curfews need flexible labor laws to prevent, deferment in Employees Provident ...","Sri Lanka businesses call for labor law flexibility, deferred EPF in Coronavirus curfews Sri Lanka's businesses hit by Coronavirus curfews need flexible labor laws to prevent, deferment in Employees Provident ...",negative,-0.987253249
Economist Magazine ranks Sri Lanka among countries in economic distress,5/2/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka’s economy is among the worst affected by the current COVID 19 crisis, according to a ranking published by th...","Economist Magazine ranks Sri Lanka among countries in economic distress Sri Lanka’s economy is among the worst affected by the current COVID 19 crisis, according to a ranking published by th...",negative,-0.999691248
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus health rules for factory, manufacturing businesses",5/2/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Health Ministry has issued the following guidelines for manutfacturing industries that operate amid Coronavi...,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus health rules for factory, manufacturing businesses Sri Lanka's Health Ministry has issued the following guidelines for manutfacturing industries that operate amid Coronavi...",negative,-0.980155051
US FDA gives emergency approval for remdesivir COVID-19 drug,5/2/2020,Health,"The experimental drug remdesivir has been authorized by US regulators for emergency use against COVID-19, President Dona...","US FDA gives emergency approval for remdesivir COVID-19 drug The experimental drug remdesivir has been authorized by US regulators for emergency use against COVID-19, President Dona...",negative,-0.978231251
Sri Lanka to resume work on May 11 amid partial Coronavirus curfew,5/1/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's state and government businesses should open from 1000am on May 11, though partial curfews will continue, the...","Sri Lanka to resume work on May 11 amid partial Coronavirus curfew Sri Lanka's state and government businesses should open from 1000am on May 11, though partial curfews will continue, the...",negative,-0.977911055
"Asia virus latest: Macau casino revenue plunges, Singapore rehouses migrant workers",5/1/2020,International news,Macau's gaming revenue was virtually wiped out in April as casinos suffered their worst month on record owing to measure...,"Asia virus latest: Macau casino revenue plunges, Singapore rehouses migrant workers Macau's gaming revenue was virtually wiped out in April as casinos suffered their worst month on record owing to measure...",negative,-0.999755919
"Dialog Axiata traffic surge 40-pct in Sri Lanka Covid-19 curfews, but revenue hit on discounts",5/1/2020,ICT,"Dialog Axiata, Sri Lanka's largest mobile operator, which has fixed access and pay television had seen a surge in traffi...","Dialog Axiata traffic surge 40-pct in Sri Lanka Covid-19 curfews, but revenue hit on discounts Dialog Axiata, Sri Lanka's largest mobile operator, which has fixed access and pay television had seen a surge in traffi...",negative,-0.984028995
"JVP, SJB will boycott Mahinda's meeting at Temple Trees on Monday",5/1/2020,Health,Many of the ex-Members of Parliament from the Opposition invited by Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa to meet at Temple T...,"JVP, SJB will boycott Mahinda's meeting at Temple Trees on Monday Many of the ex-Members of Parliament from the Opposition invited by Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa to meet at Temple T...",negative,-0.9828462
"Sri Lanka checking PCR testing material from China before use, JackMa's stock 'validated'",5/1/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is 'validating' all PCR tests imported and stocks imported China has been checked before use and official said...,"Sri Lanka checking PCR testing material from China before use, JackMa's stock 'validated' Sri Lanka is 'validating' all PCR tests imported and stocks imported China has been checked before use and official said...",negative,-0.987624764
Vehicle clearance from Sri Lanka's Hambantota port slow,5/1/2020,Logistics,"Vehicle clearance from Sri Lanka's Hambantota port, was still slow with only about 200 vehicles being cleared despite co...","Vehicle clearance from Sri Lanka's Hambantota port slow Vehicle clearance from Sri Lanka's Hambantota port, was still slow with only about 200 vehicles being cleared despite co...",negative,-0.999604642
"UNP demands more COVID-19 testing, protective equipment for essential workers in Sri Lanka",5/1/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s main opposition the United National Party (UNP) has urged the government to provide essential services sta...,"UNP demands more COVID-19 testing, protective equipment for essential workers in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka’s main opposition the United National Party (UNP) has urged the government to provide essential services sta...",negative,-0.989265084
"Sri Lanka stock market to have 3 circuit breakers, market to close at 10-pct fall",5/1/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange will have three circuit breakers during a sharp falls in the market and stop trading ...,"Sri Lanka stock market to have 3 circuit breakers, market to close at 10-pct fall Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange will have three circuit breakers during a sharp falls in the market and stop trading ...",negative,-0.999493837
Sri Lanka to explore immunity boosting capacity of indigenous meds to fight COVID-19: President's Of...,5/1/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka will explore the possibility of utilising indigenous medicine to boost immunity, among other measures, in its ...","Sri Lanka to explore immunity boosting capacity of indigenous meds to fight COVID-19: President's Of... Sri Lanka will explore the possibility of utilising indigenous medicine to boost immunity, among other measures, in its ...",positive,0.997755587
"In pardoning Sunil Rathnayake, COVID-19 was exploited to reverse justice: Amnesty International",5/1/2020,Politics,"In pardoning Former Sri Lanka Army Staff Sergeant Sunil Rathnayake, the COVID-19 pandemic was exploited as an “opportu...","In pardoning Sunil Rathnayake, COVID-19 was exploited to reverse justice: Amnesty International In pardoning Former Sri Lanka Army Staff Sergeant Sunil Rathnayake, the COVID-19 pandemic was exploited as an “opportu...",negative,-0.99426949
Sri Lanka Banking and Financial Sector impact from Covid-19 by Advocata Institute Video,5/1/2020,Banking,Colombo-based Advocata Institute is hosting a live seminar on the impact of the banking sector from Covid-19.,Sri Lanka Banking and Financial Sector impact from Covid-19 by Advocata Institute Video Colombo-based Advocata Institute is hosting a live seminar on the impact of the banking sector from Covid-19.,positive,0.989582419
Sri Lanka economy after Covid-19 - biz leaders speak out - WATCH VIDEO,5/1/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka business leaders in consumer, healthcare, construction, exports and telecoms are on a live online forum discus...","Sri Lanka economy after Covid-19 - biz leaders speak out - WATCH VIDEO Sri Lanka business leaders in consumer, healthcare, construction, exports and telecoms are on a live online forum discus...",positive,0.973556638
"Virus death toll nears 200,000 as UN pushes for global vaccine effort",5/1/2020,Health,"The global coronavirus death toll approached 200,000 on Saturday as the United Nations launched an international push fo...","Virus death toll nears 200,000 as UN pushes for global vaccine effort The global coronavirus death toll approached 200,000 on Saturday as the United Nations launched an international push fo...",negative,-0.992451131
"Sri Lanka to Coronavirus test high risk groups closing big gap, Covid-19 count 665",5/1/2020,Environment,Sri Lanka is widening Coronavirus tests to several high risk groups who do not show symptoms while doctors treating pati...,"Sri Lanka to Coronavirus test high risk groups closing big gap, Covid-19 count 665 Sri Lanka is widening Coronavirus tests to several high risk groups who do not show symptoms while doctors treating pati...",negative,-0.951057315
"""Opposition demand to reconvene Parliament to serve narrow political interests"" - President",5/1/2020,Human Rights,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has rejected the proposal by most political parties present in the recently dissolved Parli...,"""Opposition demand to reconvene Parliament to serve narrow political interests"" - President President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has rejected the proposal by most political parties present in the recently dissolved Parli...",negative,-0.992937386
Sri Lanka inflation slows to 5.2-pct in April 2020,5/1/2020,Economy,The government is cracking down on drug dealers who it says are causing the spread of the COVID 19 disease as four more ...,Sri Lanka inflation slows to 5.2-pct in April 2020 The government is cracking down on drug dealers who it says are causing the spread of the COVID 19 disease as four more ...,negative,-0.998818099
All Lankan students in South Asia safely brought home - MFR,5/1/2020,Health,"The Sri Lankan government says it has brought home 1065 Sri Lankan students based in the South Asian region, over the la...","All Lankan students in South Asia safely brought home - MFR The Sri Lankan government says it has brought home 1065 Sri Lankan students based in the South Asian region, over the la...",positive,0.998074651
Police - drug users spreading COVID 19,4/30/2020,Health,The government is cracking down on drug dealers who it says are causing the spread of the COVID 19 disease as four more ...,Police - drug users spreading COVID 19 The government is cracking down on drug dealers who it says are causing the spread of the COVID 19 disease as four more ...,negative,-0.997670352
Sri Lanka cabinet clears for state support for Coronavirus-hit SriLankan Airlines,4/30/2020,Aviation,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had cleared the proposal to support state-run SriLankan Airlines which had been badly h...,Sri Lanka cabinet clears for state support for Coronavirus-hit SriLankan Airlines Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had cleared the proposal to support state-run SriLankan Airlines which had been badly h...,negative,-0.997788668
Sri Lanka's People's Bank to give agriculture loans of Rs3mn,4/30/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's state-run People's Bank will give up to 3.0 million rupees for agriculture and set up 200 cluster villages, ...","Sri Lanka's People's Bank to give agriculture loans of Rs3mn Sri Lanka's state-run People's Bank will give up to 3.0 million rupees for agriculture and set up 200 cluster villages, ...",negative,-0.962386668
Sri Lanka biz leaders online at Echelon Decodes: The economy after Covid on May 01 at 1000,4/30/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka business leaders in consumer, healthcare, construction, exports and telecoms will be at an online forum discus...","Sri Lanka biz leaders online at Echelon Decodes: The economy after Covid on May 01 at 1000 Sri Lanka business leaders in consumer, healthcare, construction, exports and telecoms will be at an online forum discus...",positive,0.874061286
"Sri Lanka rupee stronger in one week forwards, spreads narrow",4/30/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee traded slightly stronger against the US dollar in the one week forward market Thursday while the spot ...,"Sri Lanka rupee stronger in one week forwards, spreads narrow Sri Lanka's rupee traded slightly stronger against the US dollar in the one week forward market Thursday while the spot ...",negative,-0.981200755
Sri Lanka opposition to move court over parliament recall,4/30/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka is headed for a Constitutional crisis after President Gotabaya Rajapaksa rejected an offer from the joint oppo...,Sri Lanka opposition to move court over parliament recall Sri Lanka is headed for a Constitutional crisis after President Gotabaya Rajapaksa rejected an offer from the joint oppo...,negative,-0.996891201
"Select schools to be used as additional military camps, not as quarantine centres: Sri Lanka's Defen...",4/30/2020,Health,Select state-run schools will be used as additional military camps due to an influx of personnel in existing military ba...,"Select schools to be used as additional military camps, not as quarantine centres: Sri Lanka's Defen... Select state-run schools will be used as additional military camps due to an influx of personnel in existing military ba...",negative,-0.98747313
Sri Lanka's defence secy requests public not to stigmatise security forces personnel over COVID-19,4/30/2020,Health,"The armed forces are playing a significant role in the frontlines of Sri Lanka’s fight against the novel coronavirus, ...","Sri Lanka's defence secy requests public not to stigmatise security forces personnel over COVID-19 The armed forces are playing a significant role in the frontlines of Sri Lanka’s fight against the novel coronavirus, ...",positive,0.930331349
"Sri Lanka public health inspectors demand PCR test, go on self quarantine: report",4/30/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's Public Health Inspectors who have been battling Coronavirus in the largest cluster in Colombo without person...,"Sri Lanka public health inspectors demand PCR test, go on self quarantine: report Sri Lanka's Public Health Inspectors who have been battling Coronavirus in the largest cluster in Colombo without person...",negative,-0.989283204
"Sri Lanka Development Bonds undersubscribed, US$26mn sold",4/30/2020,Bonds & Forex, An auction of dollar denominated Sri Lanka Development Bonds had been undersubscribed with 26 million dollars of securi...,"Sri Lanka Development Bonds undersubscribed, US$26mn sold  An auction of dollar denominated Sri Lanka Development Bonds had been undersubscribed with 26 million dollars of securi...",negative,-0.996365905
Epidemiological map shows COVID 19 has spread throughout the country,4/30/2020,Health,The government cannot predict whether there will be new clusters of COVID 19 positive patients emerging although the Hea...,Epidemiological map shows COVID 19 has spread throughout the country The government cannot predict whether there will be new clusters of COVID 19 positive patients emerging although the Hea...,negative,-0.795498669
Sri Lanka curfew made nation-wide till May 04 from tonight as infections jump to 649,4/30/2020,Legal,"Sri Lanka has imposed a nationwide curfew from April 30, 2000h till May 04 as new infections of Coronavirus were detecte...","Sri Lanka curfew made nation-wide till May 04 from tonight as infections jump to 649 Sri Lanka has imposed a nationwide curfew from April 30, 2000h till May 04 as new infections of Coronavirus were detecte...",negative,-0.97175926
Hopes rise in Coronavirus battle as US  trial shows remdesivir  speeds up recovery,4/30/2020,Health,US scientists on Wednesday hailed a potential breakthrough in the coronavirus fight as a trial showed patients respondin...,Hopes rise in Coronavirus battle as US  trial shows remdesivir  speeds up recovery US scientists on Wednesday hailed a potential breakthrough in the coronavirus fight as a trial showed patients respondin...,positive,0.937008798
Sri Lanka merchandise exports drop 42-pct in March amid Covid-19,4/30/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's Merchandise exports have dropped 42 percent to 645 million US dollars in March 2020, with apparels falling 4...","Sri Lanka merchandise exports drop 42-pct in March amid Covid-19 Sri Lanka's Merchandise exports have dropped 42 percent to 645 million US dollars in March 2020, with apparels falling 4...",negative,-0.99832195
Curfew passes extended till May end indicates no relaxation as planned next week,4/29/2020,Health,The government has extended the validity of curfew passes issued for the month of April until the end of May in an indic...,Curfew passes extended till May end indicates no relaxation as planned next week The government has extended the validity of curfew passes issued for the month of April until the end of May in an indic...,negative,-0.998757362
"""Blaming the public is an admission of failure"" - in conversation with Dr Ravindra Rannan-Eliya on S...",4/29/2020,Health,A Q&A EconomyNext had with Dr Rannan-Eliya today on his views on Sri Lanka’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic as a pu...,"""Blaming the public is an admission of failure"" - in conversation with Dr Ravindra Rannan-Eliya on S... A Q&A EconomyNext had with Dr Rannan-Eliya today on his views on Sri Lanka’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic as a pu...",negative,-0.992910445
Cannot predict whether there will be new clusters - Anil Jasinghe,4/29/2020,Health,The government cannot predict whether there will be new clusters of COVID 19 positive patients emerging although the Hea...,Cannot predict whether there will be new clusters - Anil Jasinghe The government cannot predict whether there will be new clusters of COVID 19 positive patients emerging although the Hea...,negative,-0.995675623
"Facebook shares Sri Lanka COVID-19 fact sheet, announces key updates",4/29/2020,Health,Facebook announced some key updates to its content policies as well as its family of apps today with respect to the ongo...,"Facebook shares Sri Lanka COVID-19 fact sheet, announces key updates Facebook announced some key updates to its content policies as well as its family of apps today with respect to the ongo...",positive,0.715779483
Sri Lanka private hospitals to give Coronvirus testing capacity to government,4/29/2020,Business, Sri Lanka's private hospitals have agreed to give their laboratory test capacity to the government to conduct Coronavir...,Sri Lanka private hospitals to give Coronvirus testing capacity to government  Sri Lanka's private hospitals have agreed to give their laboratory test capacity to the government to conduct Coronavir...,negative,-0.947285473
Extend curfew in Anuradhapura district for two weeks: Chandrani,4/29/2020,Health,The government must declare Anuradhapura a high-risk district and extend the COVID-19 curfew there for another two weeks...,Extend curfew in Anuradhapura district for two weeks: Chandrani The government must declare Anuradhapura a high-risk district and extend the COVID-19 curfew there for another two weeks...,negative,-0.980793118
"Sri Lanka's Standard Chartered waives credit card fees, gives loan relief",4/29/2020,Banking, Standard Chartered Sri Lanka said it is giving credit relief to its customers under a regulatory directive and also wai...,"Sri Lanka's Standard Chartered waives credit card fees, gives loan relief  Standard Chartered Sri Lanka said it is giving credit relief to its customers under a regulatory directive and also wai...",negative,-0.996753514
"Sri Lanka faces currency pressure, low reserves, deficits, debt as Coronavirus hits: Moody's",4/29/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's government finances which had started to deteriorate before a Coronavirus pandemic, had been compounded with...","Sri Lanka faces currency pressure, low reserves, deficits, debt as Coronavirus hits: Moody's Sri Lanka's government finances which had started to deteriorate before a Coronavirus pandemic, had been compounded with...",negative,-0.997442245
Post-Covid Sri Lanka e-commerce online forum at 1130h,4/29/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's e-Commerce prospects after a Covid-19 crisis will be the focus of an online seminar organizers Asia Securiti...,Post-Covid Sri Lanka e-commerce online forum at 1130h Sri Lanka's e-Commerce prospects after a Covid-19 crisis will be the focus of an online seminar organizers Asia Securiti...,negative,-0.943226635
Sri Lanka rupee stronger in sporadic spot trades amid intervention Tuesday,4/29/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka 's rupee traded around 192.70 or stronger Tuesday against the green back in sporadic spot trades amid interven...,Sri Lanka rupee stronger in sporadic spot trades amid intervention Tuesday Sri Lanka 's rupee traded around 192.70 or stronger Tuesday against the green back in sporadic spot trades amid interven...,negative,-0.972165406
"Sri Lanka scrambles after Navy Coronavirus cluster that fanned out in curfew, Covid-19 count 619",4/29/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is focusing on containing a Navy Coronavirus cluster where infected sailors and most close contacts in many di...,"Sri Lanka scrambles after Navy Coronavirus cluster that fanned out in curfew, Covid-19 count 619 Sri Lanka is focusing on containing a Navy Coronavirus cluster where infected sailors and most close contacts in many di...",negative,-0.997146547
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus health guidelines for supermarkets, restaurants",4/29/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's Health Ministry has issued the following guidelines for supermarkets, and restaurants and eateries when Coro...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus health guidelines for supermarkets, restaurants Sri Lanka's Health Ministry has issued the following guidelines for supermarkets, and restaurants and eateries when Coro...",negative,-0.984549165
Global virus update: US registers millionth case as pandemic lockdowns ease,4/29/2020,International news,"The United States on Tuesday recorded its one-millionth coronavirus case as countries including Spain, Russia and Nigeri...","Global virus update: US registers millionth case as pandemic lockdowns ease The United States on Tuesday recorded its one-millionth coronavirus case as countries including Spain, Russia and Nigeri...",negative,-0.979871333
SriLankan Airlines dollar bonds downgraded to 'B-' after sovereign rating cut,4/29/2020,Aviation,Government guaranteed bond of state-run SriLankan Airlines (SLA) have been downgraded to 'B-' after Sri Lanka's rating w...,SriLankan Airlines dollar bonds downgraded to 'B-' after sovereign rating cut Government guaranteed bond of state-run SriLankan Airlines (SLA) have been downgraded to 'B-' after Sri Lanka's rating w...,negative,-0.996452332
Sri Lanka's COVID 19 positive cases breach 600 mark - Health Ministry,4/28/2020,Health,"In its latest update, the Epidemiology Unit of the Health Department is reporting that the total number of COVD 19 cases...","Sri Lanka's COVID 19 positive cases breach 600 mark - Health Ministry In its latest update, the Epidemiology Unit of the Health Department is reporting that the total number of COVD 19 cases...",negative,-0.986723721
Two clusters make up nearly half of Sri Lanka's total of COVID 19 patients,4/28/2020,Health,"In the past six days, a total of 285 new COVID 19 positive cases have been diagnosed throughout Sri Lanka, according to ...","Two clusters make up nearly half of Sri Lanka's total of COVID 19 patients In the past six days, a total of 285 new COVID 19 positive cases have been diagnosed throughout Sri Lanka, according to ...",negative,-0.770611048
"Welisara Navy COVID 19 ""cluster"" has yielded 206 patients, as total reaches 596",4/28/2020,Health,"The total number of people infected with COVID 19 through the Welisara Navy camp is 206, the Director-General Health Ser...","Welisara Navy COVID 19 ""cluster"" has yielded 206 patients, as total reaches 596 The total number of people infected with COVID 19 through the Welisara Navy camp is 206, the Director-General Health Ser...",negative,-0.960021138
"Sri Lanka Treasuries undersold, yields rock-steady for third week",4/28/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields were rock steady across maturities, for the third week in a row with offered volumes under...","Sri Lanka Treasuries undersold, yields rock-steady for third week Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields were rock steady across maturities, for the third week in a row with offered volumes under...",positive,0.879680693
Central Bank of Sri Lanka gives 2019 annual report to Mahinda,4/28/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank said it has handed over a copy of the 2019 annual report to Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa wh...,Central Bank of Sri Lanka gives 2019 annual report to Mahinda Sri Lanka's central bank said it has handed over a copy of the 2019 annual report to Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa wh...,negative,-0.985081136
Sri Lanka launches covid19.gov.lk website with Coronavirus info,4/28/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka has launched a Covid19.gov.lk website administered by Information Technology Agency which will have informatio...,Sri Lanka launches covid19.gov.lk website with Coronavirus info Sri Lanka has launched a Covid19.gov.lk website administered by Information Technology Agency which will have informatio...,positive,0.881931901
"Sri Lanka to grow 1.5-pct in 2020, imports to shrink US$4.5bn: Central Bank",4/28/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka would grow 1.5 percent in 2020, down from 2.3 percent a year earlier amid a Coronavirus crisis and imports wou...","Sri Lanka to grow 1.5-pct in 2020, imports to shrink US$4.5bn: Central Bank Sri Lanka would grow 1.5 percent in 2020, down from 2.3 percent a year earlier amid a Coronavirus crisis and imports wou...",negative,-0.973589778
Statesmanship the need of the hour as the COVID 19 crisis worsens,4/28/2020,Health,The Opposition has made an offer to the President to cooperate with him to resolve the growing crisis in the country. Th...,Statesmanship the need of the hour as the COVID 19 crisis worsens The Opposition has made an offer to the President to cooperate with him to resolve the growing crisis in the country. Th...,positive,0.959644735
Expect thundershowers with severe lightning this evening: Sri Lanka Met Department,4/28/2020,Environment,"Sri Lanka's Department of Meteorology issued a 'red warning' today of impending thunderstorms accompanied by ""severe lig...","Expect thundershowers with severe lightning this evening: Sri Lanka Met Department Sri Lanka's Department of Meteorology issued a 'red warning' today of impending thunderstorms accompanied by ""severe lig...",negative,-0.9925372
"Sri Lanka banks to face margin, profit pressure, outlook negative: Moody's",4/28/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's banking system will be under pressure from weakening businesses, which are hit by Coronavirus and the govern...","Sri Lanka banks to face margin, profit pressure, outlook negative: Moody's Sri Lanka's banking system will be under pressure from weakening businesses, which are hit by Coronavirus and the govern...",negative,-0.999602377
HRCSL  warns police against arresting people for criticising officials,4/28/2020,Health,The Human Rights Commission has expressed deep concern about the Police warning media not to criticize officials.In a ...,HRCSL  warns police against arresting people for criticising officials The Human Rights Commission has expressed deep concern about the Police warning media not to criticize officials.In a ...,positive,0.501433551
Sri Lanka's defence ministry requests media to respect privacy of COVID-19 patients,4/28/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Defence requested print and electronic media today to respect the privacy of COVID-19 patients...,Sri Lanka's defence ministry requests media to respect privacy of COVID-19 patients Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Defence requested print and electronic media today to respect the privacy of COVID-19 patients...,negative,-0.908513546
Sri Lanka stamping out Navy Coronavirus cluster as Covid-19 count soars to 588,4/28/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is contact tracing fast and brining back members of the armed forces on leave to stamp out a cluster spreading...,Sri Lanka stamping out Navy Coronavirus cluster as Covid-19 count soars to 588 Sri Lanka is contact tracing fast and brining back members of the armed forces on leave to stamp out a cluster spreading...,negative,-0.597577393
Vietnam keeps Covid-19 mortality rate zero so far with artificial lung (ECMO) support,4/28/2020,Vietnam News,"Vietnam has kept mortality rate low in a Coronavirus crisis with zero deaths recorded as of April 28, pulling back aged ...","Vietnam keeps Covid-19 mortality rate zero so far with artificial lung (ECMO) support Vietnam has kept mortality rate low in a Coronavirus crisis with zero deaths recorded as of April 28, pulling back aged ...",negative,-0.995353103
"Kissing, hugging, family ties; why has Spain been hit hard by Coronavirus?",4/28/2020,International news," In Spain, one of the hardest-hit countries in the pandemic, the coronavirus spread quickly and widely without being det...","Kissing, hugging, family ties; why has Spain been hit hard by Coronavirus?  In Spain, one of the hardest-hit countries in the pandemic, the coronavirus spread quickly and widely without being det...",positive,0.998333871
"Sri Lanka, Pakistan and Bangladesh small biz given Instagram tool to sell online",4/28/2020,Business,"Small businesses in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Pakistan have been given a tool on Instagram, a social media platform to ...","Sri Lanka, Pakistan and Bangladesh small biz given Instagram tool to sell online Small businesses in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Pakistan have been given a tool on Instagram, a social media platform to ...",negative,-0.960486412
Task Force appointed to look into health issues in military camps,4/27/2020,Health,With mounting issues at military camps where hundreds of personnel have been infected by the COVID 19 virus President Go...,Task Force appointed to look into health issues in military camps With mounting issues at military camps where hundreds of personnel have been infected by the COVID 19 virus President Go...,negative,-0.975306332
Sri Lanka Cricket offers help to Cricket Clubs,4/27/2020,Sports,Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has provided relief to the affected segments of Sri Lanka’s Cricketing community with the ‘G...,Sri Lanka Cricket offers help to Cricket Clubs Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has provided relief to the affected segments of Sri Lanka’s Cricketing community with the ‘G...,positive,0.997899175
"Sri Lanka to ramp up COVID 19 testing, cases rise to 567",4/27/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka will ramp up PCR testing for COVID 19 up to 3,000 persons per day as the total number of patients confirmed wi...","Sri Lanka to ramp up COVID 19 testing, cases rise to 567 Sri Lanka will ramp up PCR testing for COVID 19 up to 3,000 persons per day as the total number of patients confirmed wi...",negative,-0.985585392
India gifts medical gloves to Sri Lanka,4/27/2020,Political News,India has gifted a consignment of medical gloves to Sri Lanka to fight a Coronavirus pandemic as infected sailors involv...,India gifts medical gloves to Sri Lanka India has gifted a consignment of medical gloves to Sri Lanka to fight a Coronavirus pandemic as infected sailors involv...,positive,0.967997491
"Ranil, Sajith and five other Opposition parties urge Gotabaya to recall Parliament and resolve growi...",4/27/2020,Health,"Ranil Wickremesinghe, Sajith Premadasa and five other party leaders are urging President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to rescind t...","Ranil, Sajith and five other Opposition parties urge Gotabaya to recall Parliament and resolve growi... Ranil Wickremesinghe, Sajith Premadasa and five other party leaders are urging President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to rescind t...",negative,-0.977010012
"Sri Lanka rupee trades around 194.00 to greenback, bonds steady",4/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee saw trades in the spot market around 194.00 to the US dollar in intra-day trades Monday, down from 192...","Sri Lanka rupee trades around 194.00 to greenback, bonds steady Sri Lanka's rupee saw trades in the spot market around 194.00 to the US dollar in intra-day trades Monday, down from 192...",negative,-0.969403803
"Sri Lanka's request for 1,000 body bags unrelated to COVID-19: officials",4/27/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka requested 1,000 body bags from the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to maintain inventory and n...","Sri Lanka's request for 1,000 body bags unrelated to COVID-19: officials Sri Lanka requested 1,000 body bags from the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to maintain inventory and n...",negative,-0.989739597
Veterinary Association says negligible chance of COVID 19 moving from dogs and cats to humans,4/27/2020,Health,"Pet owners can relax, your pooch won’t give you COVID 19, as there is a negligible chance of the virus moving from a c...","Veterinary Association says negligible chance of COVID 19 moving from dogs and cats to humans Pet owners can relax, your pooch won’t give you COVID 19, as there is a negligible chance of the virus moving from a c...",negative,-0.997944772
"Sri Lanka auto service providers warns of job losses, breakdowns over import controls",4/27/2020,General Industry,Sri Lanka Automobile Service Providers’ Association (SLASPA) has warned of up to a half a million job losses after pai...,"Sri Lanka auto service providers warns of job losses, breakdowns over import controls Sri Lanka Automobile Service Providers’ Association (SLASPA) has warned of up to a half a million job losses after pai...",negative,-0.998680413
Sri Lanka military says supporting police at parliament,4/27/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka's military is giving back-up to the police and special task force because many police units have been deployed...,Sri Lanka military says supporting police at parliament Sri Lanka's military is giving back-up to the police and special task force because many police units have been deployed...,negative,-0.984708667
"Bangladesh garment factories reopen, defying virus lockdown",4/27/2020,Apparel,"Hundreds of Bangladesh's garment factories defied a nationwide coronavirus lockdown to reopen on Sunday, raising fears t...","Bangladesh garment factories reopen, defying virus lockdown Hundreds of Bangladesh's garment factories defied a nationwide coronavirus lockdown to reopen on Sunday, raising fears t...",negative,-0.898898959
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus count reaches 523, Seeduwa army camp isolated, nation-wide curfew",4/27/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's  Coronavirus count has risen to 523 with by 2300hours the health ministry said with more sailors from the We...,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus count reaches 523, Seeduwa army camp isolated, nation-wide curfew Sri Lanka's  Coronavirus count has risen to 523 with by 2300hours the health ministry said with more sailors from the We...",negative,-0.977264166
All island curfew tomorrow,4/26/2020,Law and Order,An island-wide curfew has been imposed on the whole island for tomorrow in order to bring back armed forces personnel wh...,All island curfew tomorrow An island-wide curfew has been imposed on the whole island for tomorrow in order to bring back armed forces personnel wh...,negative,-0.989071369
"Sri Lanka cancels military leave as 95 sailors get Coronavirus amid testing gap, count 477",4/26/2020,Defence," Sri Lanka has cancelled leave off members of all three forces and asked them to report to base, with 95 sailors so far ...","Sri Lanka cancels military leave as 95 sailors get Coronavirus amid testing gap, count 477  Sri Lanka has cancelled leave off members of all three forces and asked them to report to base, with 95 sailors so far ...",negative,-0.994015694
Former MPs question the deployment of the Army around Parliament,4/26/2020,Security,Two former Members of Parliament have written to the Secretary-General of Parliament questioning why the Armed Forces ha...,Former MPs question the deployment of the Army around Parliament Two former Members of Parliament have written to the Secretary-General of Parliament questioning why the Armed Forces ha...,negative,-0.97706598
Sri Lanka negotiating an extension of an amnesty for workers in Kuwait,4/26/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is trying to negotiate an extension of an amnesty being given to Sri Lankan workers in Kuwait who have lost th...,Sri Lanka negotiating an extension of an amnesty for workers in Kuwait Sri Lanka is trying to negotiate an extension of an amnesty being given to Sri Lankan workers in Kuwait who have lost th...,negative,-0.99708122
SriLankan Airlines explains high costs of running Coronavirus rescue flights,4/26/2020,Aviation,SriLankan Airlines says the cost of running a special flight is extremely high as the aircraft is running empty in one d...,SriLankan Airlines explains high costs of running Coronavirus rescue flights SriLankan Airlines says the cost of running a special flight is extremely high as the aircraft is running empty in one d...,negative,-0.99954766
Dialog Axiata gives Rs200mn to expand ICUs in Sri Lanka hospitals,4/26/2020,General Services,Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata said it is giving 200 million rupees to expand intensive care capacity in Sri Lanka's hospital...,Dialog Axiata gives Rs200mn to expand ICUs in Sri Lanka hospitals Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata said it is giving 200 million rupees to expand intensive care capacity in Sri Lanka's hospital...,negative,-0.719409525
Sri Lanka rubber exports retains bounce on Coronavirus crisis,4/26/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's rubber sector has got a bounce from Coronavirus with glove capacity sold out, strong demand for from agricul...","Sri Lanka rubber exports retains bounce on Coronavirus crisis Sri Lanka's rubber sector has got a bounce from Coronavirus with glove capacity sold out, strong demand for from agricul...",positive,0.986855567
"27,000 overseas Sri Lanka citizens want to return, 19,000 from Kuwait",4/26/2020,Political News,"Over 27,000 overseas Sri Lankans have said they want to return to the country, with 17,000 in Kuwait who had been declar...","27,000 overseas Sri Lanka citizens want to return, 19,000 from Kuwait Over 27,000 overseas Sri Lankans have said they want to return to the country, with 17,000 in Kuwait who had been declar...",negative,-0.509624898
"As Vietnam re-opens economy after contact tracing, restaurants innovate Covid barriers",4/26/2020,Vietnam News,"Restaurants in Vietnam, probably the most successful country in the world in battling Coronavirus, have devised ways to ...","As Vietnam re-opens economy after contact tracing, restaurants innovate Covid barriers Restaurants in Vietnam, probably the most successful country in the world in battling Coronavirus, have devised ways to ...",positive,0.990028918
"WHO warns over Covid 'immunity passports' as global death toll tops 200,000",4/26/2020,Health,"The global death toll in the novel coronavirus pandemic soared past the grim 200,000 milestone on Sunday, as the World H...","WHO warns over Covid 'immunity passports' as global death toll tops 200,000 The global death toll in the novel coronavirus pandemic soared past the grim 200,000 milestone on Sunday, as the World H...",negative,-0.795464039
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases spike by 40 to 460 with contact traced sailors, returnees",4/26/2020,Environment,"Sri Lanka's confirmed Coronavirus cases has spiked 460 persons by April 25, with 40 new persons being discovered by with...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases spike by 40 to 460 with contact traced sailors, returnees Sri Lanka's confirmed Coronavirus cases has spiked 460 persons by April 25, with 40 new persons being discovered by with...",negative,-0.963452756
Coronavirus drives Sri Lanka towards e-clearance of cargo,4/26/2020,Logistics,Electronic clearance of cargo which can speed up exports and can bring Sri Lanka in line with advanced ports in the worl...,Coronavirus drives Sri Lanka towards e-clearance of cargo Electronic clearance of cargo which can speed up exports and can bring Sri Lanka in line with advanced ports in the worl...,positive,0.994656682
New rules for businesses and citizens as curfew is lifted on May 4,4/25/2020,Health,"- All Departments, Corporations, Private companies, retailers must open on May 4 at 10 am- Only one-third of staff to ...","New rules for businesses and citizens as curfew is lifted on May 4 - All Departments, Corporations, Private companies, retailers must open on May 4 at 10 am- Only one-third of staff to ...",negative,-0.912710488
Sri Lanka disputes Fitch downgrading rating to 'B-',4/25/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka says the downgrading of the island's sovereign rating from 'B' to 'B-' is ill-timed, illogical and a rush judg...","Sri Lanka disputes Fitch downgrading rating to 'B-' Sri Lanka says the downgrading of the island's sovereign rating from 'B' to 'B-' is ill-timed, illogical and a rush judg...",negative,-0.999750674
Man nabbed attempting to cross districts posing as doctor: police,4/25/2020,Health,"A man was arrested in Matara today for attempting to cross districts amid the COVID-19 curfew, posing as a doctor, polic...","Man nabbed attempting to cross districts posing as doctor: police A man was arrested in Matara today for attempting to cross districts amid the COVID-19 curfew, posing as a doctor, polic...",negative,-0.992294788
"Twenty new COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka today, bringing the total up to 440",4/25/2020,Health,"Twenty new confirmed cases of COVID-19 were reported in Sri Lanka today, moving the total up to 440, the Ministry of Hea...","Twenty new COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka today, bringing the total up to 440 Twenty new confirmed cases of COVID-19 were reported in Sri Lanka today, moving the total up to 440, the Ministry of Hea...",positive,0.978657544
"Curfew for Colombo, Kalutara and Puttalam extended until May 4",4/25/2020,Uncategorized,"The islandwide curfew will be lifted on Monday,  April 27 at 5.00 am for all districts in the country except for Colomb...","Curfew for Colombo, Kalutara and Puttalam extended until May 4 The islandwide curfew will be lifted on Monday,  April 27 at 5.00 am for all districts in the country except for Colomb...",negative,-0.543090522
"Sri Lanka's China-built port asks importers to clear 5,000 cars, no demurrage",4/25/2020,Logistics,"Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port, operated by CM Ports of China has asked importers to clear over 5,000 vehicles that had bee...","Sri Lanka's China-built port asks importers to clear 5,000 cars, no demurrage Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port, operated by CM Ports of China has asked importers to clear over 5,000 vehicles that had bee...",positive,0.518987775
"US CBO sees economy economy to contract 12-pct, debt to top 101-pct",4/25/2020,International news,"The US economy is expected to contract by double digits as unemployment surges, while the federal deficit is seen explod...","US CBO sees economy economy to contract 12-pct, debt to top 101-pct The US economy is expected to contract by double digits as unemployment surges, while the federal deficit is seen explod...",negative,-0.98635602
Buddhist Monks advise President not to reconvene Parliament,4/25/2020,Human Rights,A group of leading Buddhist Monks are endorsing President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s decision not to reconvene the recently ...,Buddhist Monks advise President not to reconvene Parliament A group of leading Buddhist Monks are endorsing President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s decision not to reconvene the recently ...,negative,-0.578490555
Sri Lanka's Union Bank drops bond dealership,4/25/2020,Banking," Sri Lanka's Union Bank of Colombo has been given the go ahead to cease being a primary dealer for government bonds, the...","Sri Lanka's Union Bank drops bond dealership  Sri Lanka's Union Bank of Colombo has been given the go ahead to cease being a primary dealer for government bonds, the...",negative,-0.996753514
Sri Lanka to test dog for Coronavirus,4/25/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka is testing a dog for Coronavirus after it developed symptoms similar to Covid-19, in a areas where there were ...","Sri Lanka to test dog for Coronavirus Sri Lanka is testing a dog for Coronavirus after it developed symptoms similar to Covid-19, in a areas where there were ...",negative,-0.991003871
SriLankan Airlines scheduled flight suspension till May 15,4/25/2020,Aviation,"Sri Lanka will continue a continue a suspension of scheduled flights at least until May 15, the state-run carrier said, ...","SriLankan Airlines scheduled flight suspension till May 15 Sri Lanka will continue a continue a suspension of scheduled flights at least until May 15, the state-run carrier said, ...",negative,-0.99587822
Sri Lanka sees Covid infections rise among quarantine workers amid calls for change in testing strat...,4/25/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has not taken decision to allow private sector labs to conduct Coronavirus tests, while a philosophy against v...","Sri Lanka sees Covid infections rise among quarantine workers amid calls for change in testing strat... Sri Lanka has not taken decision to allow private sector labs to conduct Coronavirus tests, while a philosophy against v...",negative,-0.973290861
"Sri Lanka rupee gains on interventions, excess liquidity rises",4/25/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed around 192.20/193.00 to the US dollar on interventions in the spot market Friday while more mon...,"Sri Lanka rupee gains on interventions, excess liquidity rises Sri Lanka's rupee closed around 192.20/193.00 to the US dollar on interventions in the spot market Friday while more mon...",negative,-0.990751386
Islandwide curfew lifted on Monday at 5 am travel restrictions for high-risk areas,4/25/2020,Law and Order,"The islandwide curfew will be lifted on Monday,  April 27 at 5.00 am Police Headquarters announced with conditions impo...","Islandwide curfew lifted on Monday at 5 am travel restrictions for high-risk areas The islandwide curfew will be lifted on Monday,  April 27 at 5.00 am Police Headquarters announced with conditions impo...",negative,-0.988805413
Sri Lanka prints more money as rating downgraded to just above CCC,4/25/2020,Economy,A key domestic asset stock of Sri Lanka' central bank went up by over 8 billion rupees to 291 billion rupees on April 24...,Sri Lanka prints more money as rating downgraded to just above CCC A key domestic asset stock of Sri Lanka' central bank went up by over 8 billion rupees to 291 billion rupees on April 24...,negative,-0.987078428
"COVID 19: Number of cases 47, total 415 as Navy Sailors take virus to hometowns",4/24/2020,Health,Navy sailors on home leave have tested positive for the coronavirus in five different localities which had hitherto not ...,"COVID 19: Number of cases 47, total 415 as Navy Sailors take virus to hometowns Navy sailors on home leave have tested positive for the coronavirus in five different localities which had hitherto not ...",negative,-0.972050905
TISL requests Election Commission to urgently amend circular to reflect COVID-19 pandemic,4/24/2020,Politics,"Writing to the Election Commission (EC) today, Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) highlighted the urgent need t...","TISL requests Election Commission to urgently amend circular to reflect COVID-19 pandemic Writing to the Election Commission (EC) today, Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) highlighted the urgent need t...",negative,-0.712143362
Sixty more Navy Personnel confirmed COVID 19 positive today total 409,4/24/2020,Health,Thirty more Sri Lanka Navy personnel in the Welisara Navy camp have tested positive for COVID 19 bringing the total in t...,Sixty more Navy Personnel confirmed COVID 19 positive today total 409 Thirty more Sri Lanka Navy personnel in the Welisara Navy camp have tested positive for COVID 19 bringing the total in t...,negative,-0.806883693
"Sri Lanka sovereign rating downgraded to 'B-' by Fitch, outlook negative",4/24/2020,Economy,"Fitch Ratings had downgraded Sri Lanka to 'B-'  with a negative outlook, as the country cut value added tax in January a...","Sri Lanka sovereign rating downgraded to 'B-' by Fitch, outlook negative Fitch Ratings had downgraded Sri Lanka to 'B-'  with a negative outlook, as the country cut value added tax in January a...",negative,-0.999259531
Welisara navy camp declared isolated area: Navy spokesman,4/24/2020,Health,"The Welisara naval base has been declared isolated, with the entire camp closed off to the world outside, Navy Spokesman...","Welisara navy camp declared isolated area: Navy spokesman The Welisara naval base has been declared isolated, with the entire camp closed off to the world outside, Navy Spokesman...",negative,-0.995748699
Medical Technologists oppose private sector  COVID testing,4/24/2020,Uncategorized,Questions are being raised as to why the government is to handover some of the testing of possible COVID 19 patients to ...,Medical Technologists oppose private sector  COVID testing Questions are being raised as to why the government is to handover some of the testing of possible COVID 19 patients to ...,negative,-0.983052015
"Asia virus: Sri Lanka soldiers isolated, Vietnam relaxes; China to give WHO more money",4/24/2020,International news,China announced it will give another $30 million to the World Health Organization to help in the global fight against th...,"Asia virus: Sri Lanka soldiers isolated, Vietnam relaxes; China to give WHO more money China announced it will give another $30 million to the World Health Organization to help in the global fight against th...",negative,-0.983648181
Sri Lanka's Mattala airport offers aircraft parking services to Covid-hit airlines,4/24/2020,Aviation, Sri Lanka's Mattala international airport has offered aircraft parking services as thousands of aircraft are grounded w...,Sri Lanka's Mattala airport offers aircraft parking services to Covid-hit airlines  Sri Lanka's Mattala international airport has offered aircraft parking services as thousands of aircraft are grounded w...,negative,-0.996106327
"Sri Lanka transport controls hit fertilizer supplies, military to step in",4/24/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's tight controls, transport , permits and price controls which have already hit food supplies and have also hu...","Sri Lanka transport controls hit fertilizer supplies, military to step in Sri Lanka's tight controls, transport , permits and price controls which have already hit food supplies and have also hu...",negative,-0.987825096
"Sick, stranded and broke: crisis hits Gulf's migrant workers",4/24/2020,Economy,"When all nine men in his dormitory caught coronavirus, 27-year-old Nurudhin was bused to a remote quarantine camp -- bec...","Sick, stranded and broke: crisis hits Gulf's migrant workers When all nine men in his dormitory caught coronavirus, 27-year-old Nurudhin was bused to a remote quarantine camp -- bec...",negative,-0.933490098
"Sri Lanka locks down Navy camp, villages after sailor Coronavirus cluster balloons amid testing gap",4/24/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has locked down a Navy camp and home village of a sailor after a surge of infections at a barracks where sailo...,"Sri Lanka locks down Navy camp, villages after sailor Coronavirus cluster balloons amid testing gap Sri Lanka has locked down a Navy camp and home village of a sailor after a surge of infections at a barracks where sailo...",negative,-0.993658483
"Oil prices gain on US-Iran tensions, mixed day for global stocks",4/24/2020,International news,"Oil prices jumped again Thursday on rising US-Iran tensions, lending support to equity markets despite another round of ...","Oil prices gain on US-Iran tensions, mixed day for global stocks Oil prices jumped again Thursday on rising US-Iran tensions, lending support to equity markets despite another round of ...",positive,0.539431095
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger in one week forwards amid moral suasion,4/24/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed around 195.50/196.00 to the US dollar in the one week forward market Thursday with gaining from...,Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger in one week forwards amid moral suasion Sri Lanka's rupee closed around 195.50/196.00 to the US dollar in the one week forward market Thursday with gaining from...,negative,-0.95810163
Huge surge in COVID 19 patients as 30 Navymen test postive at Welisara,4/23/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has had the biggest surge in new COVID 19 cases today April 23, after 30 Navy personnel at the huge Welisara c...","Huge surge in COVID 19 patients as 30 Navymen test postive at Welisara Sri Lanka has had the biggest surge in new COVID 19 cases today April 23, after 30 Navy personnel at the huge Welisara c...",positive,0.834827721
Vietnam relaxes Coronavirus controls as China threats rise,4/23/2020,Vietnam News,"Vietnam, a global leader in the fight against Coronavirus had relaxed its 'social isolation' allowing people to move mor...","Vietnam relaxes Coronavirus controls as China threats rise Vietnam, a global leader in the fight against Coronavirus had relaxed its 'social isolation' allowing people to move mor...",negative,-0.761801124
"Fmr Speaker : ""I will not create another crisis by summoning Parliament""",4/23/2020,Political News,The Constitutional Council (CC) is calling on President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to obtain the views and suggestions of the pa...,"Fmr Speaker : ""I will not create another crisis by summoning Parliament"" The Constitutional Council (CC) is calling on President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to obtain the views and suggestions of the pa...",negative,-0.949555516
"ICJ, academics, request Sri Lankan authorities to respect prominent lawyer's human rights",4/23/2020,Human Rights,"Acknowledging the need to conduct thorough investigations into any alleged offence, a collective of academics, lawyers, ...","ICJ, academics, request Sri Lankan authorities to respect prominent lawyer's human rights Acknowledging the need to conduct thorough investigations into any alleged offence, a collective of academics, lawyers, ...",positive,0.984790504
SL CERT|CC issues threat warnings for ‘Free Internet Data Scams’,4/23/2020,ICT,Sri Lanka CERT|CC for cyber security issues has issued high threat warnings for ‘Free Internet Data Scams’ and asks ...,SL CERT|CC issues threat warnings for ‘Free Internet Data Scams’ Sri Lanka CERT|CC for cyber security issues has issued high threat warnings for ‘Free Internet Data Scams’ and asks ...,negative,-0.98798126
"Sri Lanka should allow active, targeted, voluntary Coronavirus tests on high risk groups as curfews ...",4/23/2020,Health,Sri Lanka should shift from only testing contacts of index cases that turn up with symptoms and relax current controls o...,"Sri Lanka should allow active, targeted, voluntary Coronavirus tests on high risk groups as curfews ... Sri Lanka should shift from only testing contacts of index cases that turn up with symptoms and relax current controls o...",negative,-0.971314013
Constitutional Crisis looms as poll date goes beyond three months of dissolution,4/23/2020,Defence,Constitutional experts are saying that because the President is accountable to Parliament it is vital that the House be ...,Constitutional Crisis looms as poll date goes beyond three months of dissolution Constitutional experts are saying that because the President is accountable to Parliament it is vital that the House be ...,negative,-0.992541075
Sri Lanka cabinet approves US$400mn currency swap from India,4/23/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved a 400 million US dollar swap line with the Reserve Bank of India, co-cabin...","Sri Lanka cabinet approves US$400mn currency swap from India Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved a 400 million US dollar swap line with the Reserve Bank of India, co-cabin...",negative,-0.916690469
Navy tracing the contacts of the Sailor with COVID 19,4/23/2020,Health,The Sri Lanka Navy is conducting tracing within the navy for the contacts of the Navy Sailor who was tested positive for...,Navy tracing the contacts of the Sailor with COVID 19 The Sri Lanka Navy is conducting tracing within the navy for the contacts of the Navy Sailor who was tested positive for...,negative,-0.518167198
Sri Lanka industries hit by import controls can appeal to Finance Ministry: Bandula,4/23/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's domestic industries hit by import control that came in the wake of currency pressure should appeal to the Fi...,Sri Lanka industries hit by import controls can appeal to Finance Ministry: Bandula Sri Lanka's domestic industries hit by import control that came in the wake of currency pressure should appeal to the Fi...,positive,0.895428061
"Sri Lanka in talks with ADB for US$300mn credit, more from China's AIIB, France: Treasury",4/23/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is in talks with a raft lenders ranging from the Asian Development Bank, China's Asian Infrastructure Investme...","Sri Lanka in talks with ADB for US$300mn credit, more from China's AIIB, France: Treasury Sri Lanka is in talks with a raft lenders ranging from the Asian Development Bank, China's Asian Infrastructure Investme...",positive,0.972790301
"Sri Lanka tourist agency assesses, supply, demand for post-Coronvirus strategy",4/23/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's tourism promotion agency said it is assessing supply with the UN backed program and is also looking at marke...,"Sri Lanka tourist agency assesses, supply, demand for post-Coronvirus strategy Sri Lanka's tourism promotion agency said it is assessing supply with the UN backed program and is also looking at marke...",negative,-0.775663674
Sri Lanka rupee at 196.50 to greenback in one week forwards amid excess liquidity,4/23/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee saw sporadic trading in forward markets against the US dollar with one weeks trading around 196.60/198...,Sri Lanka rupee at 196.50 to greenback in one week forwards amid excess liquidity Sri Lanka's rupee saw sporadic trading in forward markets against the US dollar with one weeks trading around 196.60/198...,negative,-0.997681499
Sri Lanka President appoints task force on Coronavirus economic revival and poverty,4/23/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed a task force on economic revival and poverty eradication as state...,Sri Lanka President appoints task force on Coronavirus economic revival and poverty Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed a task force on economic revival and poverty eradication as state...,positive,0.738072693
COVID 19 : Police issue strict guidelines for delivery staff,4/23/2020,Health,The police are issuing strict guidelines for all delivery agents throughout the country from the daily bakery tuk-tuks t...,COVID 19 : Police issue strict guidelines for delivery staff The police are issuing strict guidelines for all delivery agents throughout the country from the daily bakery tuk-tuks t...,negative,-0.96821475
"WHO defends itself over Taiwan email, insists it hid nothing",4/23/2020,International news,The World Health Organization insisted Monday that it sounded the alarm on the novel coronavirus right from the very sta...,"WHO defends itself over Taiwan email, insists it hid nothing The World Health Organization insisted Monday that it sounded the alarm on the novel coronavirus right from the very sta...",negative,-0.995246589
"WHO warns 'long way to go' in virus crisis, deaths top 180,000",4/23/2020,International news,"The World Health Organization on Wednesday warned that the coronavirus crisis will not end any time soon, with many coun...","WHO warns 'long way to go' in virus crisis, deaths top 180,000 The World Health Organization on Wednesday warned that the coronavirus crisis will not end any time soon, with many coun...",negative,-0.972940207
"Sri Lanka in talks with World Bank for emergency credits, fast disbursements",4/23/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka is in talks with the World Bank to re-align a part of existing programs as the island fights off Coronavirus,...","Sri Lanka in talks with World Bank for emergency credits, fast disbursements  Sri Lanka is in talks with the World Bank to re-align a part of existing programs as the island fights off Coronavirus,...",negative,-0.968333006
"Maldives IMF deal for US$28.9mn approved, says international support needed",4/23/2020,Monetary,The International Monetary Fund has approved a 28.9 million US dollar Rapid Credit Facility (RCF) for the Indian Ocean i...,"Maldives IMF deal for US$28.9mn approved, says international support needed The International Monetary Fund has approved a 28.9 million US dollar Rapid Credit Facility (RCF) for the Indian Ocean i...",positive,0.909995019
South Korea's Seegene says US FDA gave emergency nod for its fast Coronavirus PCR test,4/22/2020,International news,South Korea-based Allplex said its rt-PCR test for Coronavirus has been given Emergency Use Authorization by the US Food...,South Korea's Seegene says US FDA gave emergency nod for its fast Coronavirus PCR test South Korea-based Allplex said its rt-PCR test for Coronavirus has been given Emergency Use Authorization by the US Food...,negative,-0.994752407
"Barber shops closed, only 2 passengers in a 3-wheeler among conditions imposed to prevent COVID 19",4/22/2020,Health,Sri Lanka imposed conditions on businesses that are open to ensure social distancing limiting the number of people who c...,"Barber shops closed, only 2 passengers in a 3-wheeler among conditions imposed to prevent COVID 19 Sri Lanka imposed conditions on businesses that are open to ensure social distancing limiting the number of people who c...",negative,-0.997005641
"Sri Lanka Treasury auction yields flat, bills undersold",4/22/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasury bill yields were flat at Wednesday's auction with 22.1 billion rupees of bills sold after offering ...,"Sri Lanka Treasury auction yields flat, bills undersold Sri Lanka's Treasury bill yields were flat at Wednesday's auction with 22.1 billion rupees of bills sold after offering ...",negative,-0.999718487
Constitutional Council to discuss Independent Commissions,4/22/2020,Human Rights,The Constitutional Council is to meet tomorrow at the residence of former Speaker Karu Jayasuriya to primarily discuss t...,Constitutional Council to discuss Independent Commissions The Constitutional Council is to meet tomorrow at the residence of former Speaker Karu Jayasuriya to primarily discuss t...,positive,0.991151273
"Sri Lanka rupee fall, import controls to hurt 60-pct of companies Fitch says",4/22/2020,Economy,"About 60 percent of Sri Lanka's companies would be hit from fall in the rupee, Fitch Ratings said while imports control ...","Sri Lanka rupee fall, import controls to hurt 60-pct of companies Fitch says About 60 percent of Sri Lanka's companies would be hit from fall in the rupee, Fitch Ratings said while imports control ...",negative,-0.99951601
Plastic pollution on Sri Lankan beaches drop by 40-pct in first quarter: expert,4/22/2020,Environment,Plastic pollution on the beaches and seas around Sri Lanka has been reduced by 40% in the first four months of 2020 when...,Plastic pollution on Sri Lankan beaches drop by 40-pct in first quarter: expert Plastic pollution on the beaches and seas around Sri Lanka has been reduced by 40% in the first four months of 2020 when...,negative,-0.991001308
"COVID19 update: Akurana people return from quarantine, two new hotspots in Colombo",4/22/2020,Health,All 144 people who were placed in quarantine from the town of Akurana in the Kandy district have returned home and none ...,"COVID19 update: Akurana people return from quarantine, two new hotspots in Colombo All 144 people who were placed in quarantine from the town of Akurana in the Kandy district have returned home and none ...",negative,-0.994843841
"Sri Lanka eyes post-Coronavirus tourism with tighter visa, health rules",4/22/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka is making plans draw tourists after a Coronavirus crisis, with a raft of new operating rules for hotels, trans...","Sri Lanka eyes post-Coronavirus tourism with tighter visa, health rules Sri Lanka is making plans draw tourists after a Coronavirus crisis, with a raft of new operating rules for hotels, trans...",positive,0.943054795
"Sri Lanka's Sierra Cables downgraded to 'BB(lka)' on Coronavirus, on negative watch",4/22/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Fitch Ratings has downgraded Sri Lanka's Sierra Cables, a power cables maker by one notch to 'BB(lka)' from 'BB+(lka) an...","Sri Lanka's Sierra Cables downgraded to 'BB(lka)' on Coronavirus, on negative watch Fitch Ratings has downgraded Sri Lanka's Sierra Cables, a power cables maker by one notch to 'BB(lka)' from 'BB+(lka) an...",negative,-0.999493837
Europe races to shield virus-hit firms from bargain hunters,4/22/2020,International news,Fears that cash-rich corporate raiders could use the coronavirus crisis to swoop on weakened European firms were perhaps...,Europe races to shield virus-hit firms from bargain hunters Fears that cash-rich corporate raiders could use the coronavirus crisis to swoop on weakened European firms were perhaps...,negative,-0.997040331
Alleged Kasippu dealer who attacked Inspector in remand,4/22/2020,Crime,"A man who allegedly assaulted a police officer at the Wariyapola Police Station on Sunday 19 April has been remanded, po...","Alleged Kasippu dealer who attacked Inspector in remand A man who allegedly assaulted a police officer at the Wariyapola Police Station on Sunday 19 April has been remanded, po...",negative,-0.990810394
Sri Lanka allows 12-hour transit at Colombo airport amid Covid-19 controls,4/22/2020,Aviation,"Sri Lanka is allowing 12 hour transit at Colombo airport, the Indian Ocean island's Civil Aviation Authority told carrie...","Sri Lanka allows 12-hour transit at Colombo airport amid Covid-19 controls Sri Lanka is allowing 12 hour transit at Colombo airport, the Indian Ocean island's Civil Aviation Authority told carrie...",negative,-0.685624063
"Sri Lanka hunts fish vendor contacts, 1,000 isolated in pilgrim Coronavirus  cluster",4/22/2020,Environment,Sri Lanka's contact tracers are hunting contacts of a fish-vendor flushed out during a month long curfews centered isola...,"Sri Lanka hunts fish vendor contacts, 1,000 isolated in pilgrim Coronavirus  cluster Sri Lanka's contact tracers are hunting contacts of a fish-vendor flushed out during a month long curfews centered isola...",negative,-0.99785322
US oil prices jumps to $13 a from minus $40 as storage ran out,4/22/2020,Energy,US oil prices surged Wednesday after a turbulent start to the week that saw them fall below zero for the first time due ...,US oil prices jumps to $13 a from minus $40 as storage ran out US oil prices surged Wednesday after a turbulent start to the week that saw them fall below zero for the first time due ...,negative,-0.998118818
Sri Lanka hotels brace for 12-month slump on Covid-19 hit,4/22/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's tourism industry is bracing for a year long downturn with the Coronavirus crisis coming on top of a hit from...,Sri Lanka hotels brace for 12-month slump on Covid-19 hit Sri Lanka's tourism industry is bracing for a year long downturn with the Coronavirus crisis coming on top of a hit from...,negative,-0.520712912
"Sri Lanka rupee sees erratic trade, one week at 198.0, spot strengthens towards close",4/22/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee traded as weak as 198.00 to the US dollar in one week forward but the spot traded from around 194.00 t...,"Sri Lanka rupee sees erratic trade, one week at 198.0, spot strengthens towards close Sri Lanka's rupee traded as weak as 198.00 to the US dollar in one week forward but the spot traded from around 194.00 t...",negative,-0.979293108
"Pompeo remembers Sri Lanka Easter Sunday attacks, says will pursue justice",4/22/2020,Political News,"US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said his country will ""not rest"" in bringing to justice those involved in Easter Sunda...","Pompeo remembers Sri Lanka Easter Sunday attacks, says will pursue justice US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said his country will ""not rest"" in bringing to justice those involved in Easter Sunda...",negative,-0.89470166
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals down 70-pct in March 2020,4/22/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals had dropped 70.8 percent from a year earlier to 71,370 in March 2020, amid a Coronavirus cr...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals down 70-pct in March 2020 Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals had dropped 70.8 percent from a year earlier to 71,370 in March 2020, amid a Coronavirus cr...",negative,-0.998821557
Sri Lanka cabinet clears global tourism promotion campaign,4/21/2020,Business,Sri Lanka' cabinet of ministers had cleared a global promotion plan proposed by the tourism promotion office with no mod...,Sri Lanka cabinet clears global tourism promotion campaign Sri Lanka' cabinet of ministers had cleared a global promotion plan proposed by the tourism promotion office with no mod...,negative,-0.971389174
"No elections till last COVID-19 patient recovers, surprised SJB tells NEC Chairman",4/21/2020,Politics,A date for the upcoming parliamentary elections must be announced only after the last COVID-19 patient has officially re...,"No elections till last COVID-19 patient recovers, surprised SJB tells NEC Chairman A date for the upcoming parliamentary elections must be announced only after the last COVID-19 patient has officially re...",negative,-0.989967942
Sri Lanka flush-out curfew exposes new Coronavirus node in Borelasgamuwa and Piliyadala,4/21/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has confirmed two new Coronavirus cases in Borelasgamuwa and Piliyandala during an extended curfew imposed to ...,Sri Lanka flush-out curfew exposes new Coronavirus node in Borelasgamuwa and Piliyadala Sri Lanka has confirmed two new Coronavirus cases in Borelasgamuwa and Piliyandala during an extended curfew imposed to ...,negative,-0.970716834
"SriLankan Airlines in rescue flights for China, UK, and Australia in Covid battle",4/21/2020,Aviation,"SriLankan Airlines which halted scheduled flights to Colombo has flown rescue flights for China, UK and Australia, and i...","SriLankan Airlines in rescue flights for China, UK, and Australia in Covid battle SriLankan Airlines which halted scheduled flights to Colombo has flown rescue flights for China, UK and Australia, and i...",negative,-0.972490668
Sajith wants written guarantees from Health Chief to hold election,4/21/2020,Health,Sajith Premadasa is saying that the Director-General of Health Services must issue a public guarantee that it will be sa...,Sajith wants written guarantees from Health Chief to hold election Sajith Premadasa is saying that the Director-General of Health Services must issue a public guarantee that it will be sa...,negative,-0.994739711
President says no desire to reconvene previous parliament under any circumstance,4/21/2020,Politics,"Noting that he has no power to convene parliament in the absence of an election after June 2, President Gotabaya Rajapas...","President says no desire to reconvene previous parliament under any circumstance Noting that he has no power to convene parliament in the absence of an election after June 2, President Gotabaya Rajapas...",negative,-0.99708873
"SriLankan Airlines rescue flights to Nepal, India, Pakistan to return 433 citizens",4/21/2020,Aviation,"SriLankan Airlines said it will operate rescue flights to Nepal, India and Pakistan to bring back stranded travelers fro...","SriLankan Airlines rescue flights to Nepal, India, Pakistan to return 433 citizens SriLankan Airlines said it will operate rescue flights to Nepal, India and Pakistan to bring back stranded travelers fro...",positive,0.909841716
Honouring the Victims of 21 April 2019 Through Togetherness and Unity,4/21/2020,Easter Sunday attacks,"Today marks the one-year anniversary of the Easter Sunday attacks, in which eight IS terrorists senselessly murdered 269...","Honouring the Victims of 21 April 2019 Through Togetherness and Unity Today marks the one-year anniversary of the Easter Sunday attacks, in which eight IS terrorists senselessly murdered 269...",positive,0.994856596
Sri Lanka exports to fall 36-pct to US$7.5bn in 2020 on Coronavirus economic hit,4/21/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's merchandise exports are projected to fall 36 percent to 7.5 billion US dollars in 2020, with services export...","Sri Lanka exports to fall 36-pct to US$7.5bn in 2020 on Coronavirus economic hit Sri Lanka's merchandise exports are projected to fall 36 percent to 7.5 billion US dollars in 2020, with services export...",negative,-0.994586468
Sri Lanka tourism leaders at Advocata online forum LIVE NOW on Coronavirus fallout,4/21/2020,Business,"Advocata Institute, a Colombo-based think tank, is hosting an online discussion on April 21 from 1030hour with leaders o...","Sri Lanka tourism leaders at Advocata online forum LIVE NOW on Coronavirus fallout Advocata Institute, a Colombo-based think tank, is hosting an online discussion on April 21 from 1030hour with leaders o...",negative,-0.869786322
One year after: what we found around the country after the Easter attacks,4/21/2020,Other News,"There are people in this country who forgive the worst murderers, there are others who reconciled after years of fightin...","One year after: what we found around the country after the Easter attacks There are people in this country who forgive the worst murderers, there are others who reconciled after years of fightin...",positive,0.918452799
"Sri Lanka apparel sector faces mass-unemployment, firms run out of cash",4/21/2020,Apparel,Many of Sri Lanka's apparel firms have run out of working capital and credit lines to pay salaries in April and mass une...,"Sri Lanka apparel sector faces mass-unemployment, firms run out of cash Many of Sri Lanka's apparel firms have run out of working capital and credit lines to pay salaries in April and mass une...",negative,-0.999601185
Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange closed for curfew as tea auctions go live,4/21/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange said it will not open on April 22 as earlier announced after curfews in Colombo was e...,Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange closed for curfew as tea auctions go live Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange said it will not open on April 22 as earlier announced after curfews in Colombo was e...,negative,-0.999343336
"Asia virus latest: Japan cases surge, schools to reopen in Wuhan",4/21/2020,International news,Japanese medics are warning more must be done to prevent the coronavirus from overwhelming the country's healthcare syst...,"Asia virus latest: Japan cases surge, schools to reopen in Wuhan Japanese medics are warning more must be done to prevent the coronavirus from overwhelming the country's healthcare syst...",negative,-0.993210018
Crude oil rebounds back to 25 dollars a barrel,4/21/2020,Energy,"Oil prices rebounded above zero Tuesday, a day after futures ended in negative territory for the first time as a coronav...","Crude oil rebounds back to 25 dollars a barrel Oil prices rebounded above zero Tuesday, a day after futures ended in negative territory for the first time as a coronav...",negative,-0.992107689
Parliamentary General Election on June 20,4/20/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka’s COVID-hit Parliamentary General Election is to be held on June 20, an official statement issued by the Inf...","Parliamentary General Election on June 20 Sri Lanka’s COVID-hit Parliamentary General Election is to be held on June 20, an official statement issued by the Inf...",negative,-0.942348599
Oil collapses to $12 as world awash with crude,4/20/2020,Energy,"US oil prices dived to 21-year lows Monday, giving up more than 30 percent in a market flooded with crude and hit by eva...","Oil collapses to $12 as world awash with crude US oil prices dived to 21-year lows Monday, giving up more than 30 percent in a market flooded with crude and hit by eva...",negative,-0.999279201
Sri Lanka Covid-19 cases top 300 as matured India cluster bring highest daily toll,4/20/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's total confirmed Coronavirus cases reached 303 by 1530 hours on April 20, the health ministry said, with more...","Sri Lanka Covid-19 cases top 300 as matured India cluster bring highest daily toll Sri Lanka's total confirmed Coronavirus cases reached 303 by 1530 hours on April 20, the health ministry said, with more...",negative,-0.518969357
Educators urge President not to open schools without a plan,4/20/2020,Education,A group of renowned educators and school administrators is urging the government to refrain from re-opening schools on M...,Educators urge President not to open schools without a plan A group of renowned educators and school administrators is urging the government to refrain from re-opening schools on M...,negative,-0.504507005
Sri Lanka tourism leaders on Advocata online forum on April 21 on Coronavirus fallout,4/20/2020,Business,"Colombo-based Advocata Institute, a think tank, said it is hosting an online discussion on April 21 at 1030hour with lea...","Sri Lanka tourism leaders on Advocata online forum on April 21 on Coronavirus fallout Colombo-based Advocata Institute, a think tank, said it is hosting an online discussion on April 21 at 1030hour with lea...",negative,-0.979325473
"Moody's downgrades Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon to 'b3', Sampath, HNB under watch",4/20/2020,Banking,Moody's Investors Services has downgrade Bank of Ceylon's rating to 'b3' from 'b2' and placed the bank along with Hatton...,"Moody's downgrades Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon to 'b3', Sampath, HNB under watch Moody's Investors Services has downgrade Bank of Ceylon's rating to 'b3' from 'b2' and placed the bank along with Hatton...",negative,-0.995993614
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker in erratic trade, bond yields down",4/20/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted wide around 194.50/196.00 to the US dollar in the one week forward market while there were ...,"Sri Lanka rupee weaker in erratic trade, bond yields down Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted wide around 194.50/196.00 to the US dollar in the one week forward market while there were ...",negative,-0.997403085
An election now will be an election of death: SJB,4/20/2020,Politics,The government and the National Election Commission (NEC) must take full responsibility for any increase in COVID-19 rel...,An election now will be an election of death: SJB The government and the National Election Commission (NEC) must take full responsibility for any increase in COVID-19 rel...,negative,-0.998529196
"Curfew in Colombo, Gampaha, Kalutara, Puttalam districts to continue till April 27",4/20/2020,Health,"Curfew that was scheduled to be relaxed in the Colombo, Gampaha, Kalutara and Puttalam districts will continue to be imp...","Curfew in Colombo, Gampaha, Kalutara, Puttalam districts to continue till April 27 Curfew that was scheduled to be relaxed in the Colombo, Gampaha, Kalutara and Puttalam districts will continue to be imp...",negative,-0.963695705
Sri Lanka's Colombo stock exchange to open trading on April 22,4/20/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange said trading which had been stopped during a Coronavirus curfew would resume on April...,Sri Lanka's Colombo stock exchange to open trading on April 22 Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange said trading which had been stopped during a Coronavirus curfew would resume on April...,negative,-0.995704353
Colombo Central neighbourhood now has 45 confirmed COVID 19 cases,4/20/2020,Uncategorized,"Twenty-four persons, the largest number of COVID 19 positive patients on a given day were detected today, the government...","Colombo Central neighbourhood now has 45 confirmed COVID 19 cases Twenty-four persons, the largest number of COVID 19 positive patients on a given day were detected today, the government...",negative,-0.822288752
Sri Lanka may re-evaluate school opening date after Coronavirus cluster triggers surge,4/20/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka may re-evaluate school re-opening, a top official said after the discovery of a new cluster after long delay ...","Sri Lanka may re-evaluate school opening date after Coronavirus cluster triggers surge  Sri Lanka may re-evaluate school re-opening, a top official said after the discovery of a new cluster after long delay ...",negative,-0.989689469
Asia virus latest: India curbs foreign takeovers; Japanese tulips snipped,4/20/2020,South Asia, Here are the latest developments in Asia related to the novel coronavirus pandemic:India has increased restrictions on ...,Asia virus latest: India curbs foreign takeovers; Japanese tulips snipped  Here are the latest developments in Asia related to the novel coronavirus pandemic:India has increased restrictions on ...,negative,-0.929458976
Sri Lanka sells US$174mn to defend peg in March after printing money,4/20/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has sold 174.3 million US dollars in March 2020 to defend a soft-peg with the US dollar after printing money, ...","Sri Lanka sells US$174mn to defend peg in March after printing money Sri Lanka has sold 174.3 million US dollars in March 2020 to defend a soft-peg with the US dollar after printing money, ...",negative,-0.993139088
"Sri Lanka's main Coronavirus hospital given data, video facilities by Dialog Axiata",4/19/2020,ICT, Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata said it had provided high speed data links and video conference facilities to the Infectious ...,"Sri Lanka's main Coronavirus hospital given data, video facilities by Dialog Axiata  Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata said it had provided high speed data links and video conference facilities to the Infectious ...",negative,-0.988723755
Liquor stores may operate during curfew-relaxed hours: Sri Lanka Excise Department,4/19/2020,Consumer Affairs,"Licensed liquor stores and retailers may operate in areas where curfew will be relaxed starting tomorrow, the Excise Dep...","Liquor stores may operate during curfew-relaxed hours: Sri Lanka Excise Department Licensed liquor stores and retailers may operate in areas where curfew will be relaxed starting tomorrow, the Excise Dep...",negative,-0.720855951
"Sri Lanka finds 15 Coronavirus patients from quarantine, Covid-count 269",4/19/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka confirmed 15 new novel coronavirus patients by late afternoon April 19, taking the total count to 269, from co...","Sri Lanka finds 15 Coronavirus patients from quarantine, Covid-count 269 Sri Lanka confirmed 15 new novel coronavirus patients by late afternoon April 19, taking the total count to 269, from co...",negative,-0.980543673
"Sri Lanka's Colombo port hit by India, Bangladesh lockdowns",4/19/2020,Logistics,Container transshipment business at Sri Lanka’s Colombo port has been hit by lockdowns in India and Bangladesh over Co...,"Sri Lanka's Colombo port hit by India, Bangladesh lockdowns Container transshipment business at Sri Lanka’s Colombo port has been hit by lockdowns in India and Bangladesh over Co...",negative,-0.998652697
Sri Lanka bans more imports after printing excess money amid Coronavirus crisis,4/19/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has banned more imports until July 2020 while allowing some items to be imported on three months credit, accor...","Sri Lanka bans more imports after printing excess money amid Coronavirus crisis Sri Lanka has banned more imports until July 2020 while allowing some items to be imported on three months credit, accor...",negative,-0.994404554
What is contact tracing of Coronavirus,4/19/2020,Op-ed/Special Reports,Contact tracing combined with isolation and quick testing has been use to stop the progress of Coronavirus in several co...,What is contact tracing of Coronavirus Contact tracing combined with isolation and quick testing has been use to stop the progress of Coronavirus in several co...,negative,-0.999105036
"Asia virus latest: China infections rise, oil rally fizzles",4/19/2020,International news,"China reported 108 new virus cases, 98 of which were imported from overseas, its highest figure since early March.","Asia virus latest: China infections rise, oil rally fizzles China reported 108 new virus cases, 98 of which were imported from overseas, its highest figure since early March.",negative,-0.963670373
"""Operation stopgap"" helping thousands ride the COVID storm",4/19/2020,Health,"An Army of volunteers and donors from Sri Lanka and overseas are helping the needy, mainly daily wage earners, in all pa...","""Operation stopgap"" helping thousands ride the COVID storm An Army of volunteers and donors from Sri Lanka and overseas are helping the needy, mainly daily wage earners, in all pa...",positive,0.995761812
Sri Lanka to fly back 113 students from Pakistan as Coronavirus curfews relaxed,4/19/2020,Aviation,Sri Lanka will fly back 113 students stranded in Pakistan on April 21 in the first stage of an attempt to bring back cit...,Sri Lanka to fly back 113 students from Pakistan as Coronavirus curfews relaxed Sri Lanka will fly back 113 students stranded in Pakistan on April 21 in the first stage of an attempt to bring back cit...,negative,-0.985474467
Sri Lanka to relax COVID-19 curfew starting Monday,4/18/2020,Health,"Barring some select areas, the curfew imposed islandwide to contain the COVID-19 pandemic will be relaxed from Monday, A...","Sri Lanka to relax COVID-19 curfew starting Monday Barring some select areas, the curfew imposed islandwide to contain the COVID-19 pandemic will be relaxed from Monday, A...",positive,0.910747945
"Sri Lanka property developers seek to re-start work, clarity on import controls",4/18/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's property developers have asked President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to start work which had been halted to stop Coro...,"Sri Lanka property developers seek to re-start work, clarity on import controls Sri Lanka's property developers have asked President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to start work which had been halted to stop Coro...",negative,-0.98747009
"Sri Lanka has controlled Covid-19, but risks not over Jasinghe says; as new Covid-19 cases found",4/18/2020,Environment,Sri Lanka is controlling the spread of Coronavirus through several measures but the risks of the disease spreading is no...,"Sri Lanka has controlled Covid-19, but risks not over Jasinghe says; as new Covid-19 cases found Sri Lanka is controlling the spread of Coronavirus through several measures but the risks of the disease spreading is no...",negative,-0.990807116
Sri Lanka election commission should fix new election date: PM,4/18/2020,Political News,"Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has called on the country's Elections Commission to fix a new date, after t...","Sri Lanka election commission should fix new election date: PM Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has called on the country's Elections Commission to fix a new date, after t...",negative,-0.994462788
PUCSL extends electrical and plumbing maintenance service during COVID-19 lockdown to all of Sri Lan...,4/18/2020,Consumer Affairs,A regulator-led initiative to provide solutions for electrical and plumbing issues in Sri Lanka’s Western province hou...,PUCSL extends electrical and plumbing maintenance service during COVID-19 lockdown to all of Sri Lan... A regulator-led initiative to provide solutions for electrical and plumbing issues in Sri Lanka’s Western province hou...,positive,0.977037191
Sri Lanka tea plantations to pay salaries of workers in April,4/18/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's tea farms will be able to pay salaries to workers in April since tea is being plucked and prices have also r...,Sri Lanka tea plantations to pay salaries of workers in April Sri Lanka's tea farms will be able to pay salaries to workers in April since tea is being plucked and prices have also r...,negative,-0.872242868
"Withdrawal symptoms drive Sri Lanka Coronavirus contacts to flee, Covid-19 count 244",4/18/2020,Health," Withdrawal symptoms has made five inmates of a quarantine camp in Sri Lanka to flee, forcing military authorities to br...","Withdrawal symptoms drive Sri Lanka Coronavirus contacts to flee, Covid-19 count 244  Withdrawal symptoms has made five inmates of a quarantine camp in Sri Lanka to flee, forcing military authorities to br...",negative,-0.998369873
Experimental virus drug remdesivir effective in monkeys: study,4/18/2020,Health,The experimental antiviral drug remdesivir has proven effective against COVID-19 in a small experiment involving monkeys...,Experimental virus drug remdesivir effective in monkeys: study The experimental antiviral drug remdesivir has proven effective against COVID-19 in a small experiment involving monkeys...,positive,0.886582613
Karu: “Sri Lanka only democracy to face the COVID crisis without a legislature”,4/18/2020,Free Speech,Former Speaker Karu Jayasuriya is warning the government that creating a constitutional crisis at this time would danger...,Karu: “Sri Lanka only democracy to face the COVID crisis without a legislature” Former Speaker Karu Jayasuriya is warning the government that creating a constitutional crisis at this time would danger...,negative,-0.992797434
Eran: Government trying to suppress criticism,4/18/2020,Free Speech,Former MP Eran Wickramaratne is saying that the government has started suppressing criticism about the shortcomings in t...,Eran: Government trying to suppress criticism Former MP Eran Wickramaratne is saying that the government has started suppressing criticism about the shortcomings in t...,negative,-0.994912386
Singer (Sri Lanka) downgraded by a notch over Coronavirus,4/18/2020,Business,"Singer (Sri Lanka) Plc, a consumer durables retailer has been downgraded to 'BBB+(lka)' from 'A-(lka)' by Fitch Ratings ...","Singer (Sri Lanka) downgraded by a notch over Coronavirus Singer (Sri Lanka) Plc, a consumer durables retailer has been downgraded to 'BBB+(lka)' from 'A-(lka)' by Fitch Ratings ...",negative,-0.999139905
"Maldives IMF deal to go to Board on April 22, GDP to shrink 8.1-pct on Coronavirus hit",4/18/2020,Economy, A 29 million US dollar program for the Indian Ocean tourist paradise of Maldives will go to the board of the Internatio...,"Maldives IMF deal to go to Board on April 22, GDP to shrink 8.1-pct on Coronavirus hit  A 29 million US dollar program for the Indian Ocean tourist paradise of Maldives will go to the board of the Internatio...",negative,-0.958592772
Ceylon Chamber submits proposal for public transport management post-lockdown,4/17/2020,Health,"Calling for a sound public transportation plan in view of a proposed reopening of schools and universities in Sri Lanka,...","Ceylon Chamber submits proposal for public transport management post-lockdown Calling for a sound public transportation plan in view of a proposed reopening of schools and universities in Sri Lanka,...",negative,-0.655486166
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber proposes economic recovery plan to President,4/17/2020,Economy, Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has suggested several strategies for an economic recovery to President Gotabaya ...,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber proposes economic recovery plan to President  Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has suggested several strategies for an economic recovery to President Gotabaya ...,positive,0.988361776
Health Minister confident that curfews will be lifted,4/17/2020,Health,Health Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi is confident that in the next few days the government can lift the curfews and ge...,Health Minister confident that curfews will be lifted Health Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi is confident that in the next few days the government can lift the curfews and ge...,positive,0.998550594
Three women COVID 19 patients found at Punani Centre,4/17/2020,Health,"Yesterday a total of 508 PCR tests were carried out and no-one was detected as having COVID 19, but today three women pa...","Three women COVID 19 patients found at Punani Centre Yesterday a total of 508 PCR tests were carried out and no-one was detected as having COVID 19, but today three women pa...",negative,-0.987588584
Sri Lanka rupee gains to 191.50/192.00 to greenback as spot trading resumes,4/17/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's rupee closed around 191.50/192.00 to the US dollar after spot deals resumed late on Friday and bond yields e...,Sri Lanka rupee gains to 191.50/192.00 to greenback as spot trading resumes Sri Lanka's rupee closed around 191.50/192.00 to the US dollar after spot deals resumed late on Friday and bond yields e...,negative,-0.996348441
Social activists urge officials to care for marginalised citizens in COVID 19 fight,4/17/2020,Economy,"Sex-workers, homeless and migrant workers without a fixed abode are increasingly at risk of contracting COVID 19 and are...","Social activists urge officials to care for marginalised citizens in COVID 19 fight Sex-workers, homeless and migrant workers without a fixed abode are increasingly at risk of contracting COVID 19 and are...",negative,-0.986976564
"Sri Lanka tea firms lose 40-pct output, working with tight Covid-19 rules",4/17/2020,Business,Sri Lanka commercial tea plantations which have thousands of workers per farm said they were operating with tight health...,"Sri Lanka tea firms lose 40-pct output, working with tight Covid-19 rules Sri Lanka commercial tea plantations which have thousands of workers per farm said they were operating with tight health...",negative,-0.998809457
Moody's puts Sri Lanka rating on watch for possible downgrade,4/17/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's B2 rating has been placed rating watch by Moody's a rating agency for possible downgrade but the agency woul...,Moody's puts Sri Lanka rating on watch for possible downgrade Sri Lanka's B2 rating has been placed rating watch by Moody's a rating agency for possible downgrade but the agency woul...,negative,-0.997042835
Sri Lanka biz chamber proposes way to cut public transport risks as economy opens after Covid-19,4/17/2020,Ground,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber of Commerce had given proposal on how to reduce risks in public transport after Coronavirus cont...,Sri Lanka biz chamber proposes way to cut public transport risks as economy opens after Covid-19 Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber of Commerce had given proposal on how to reduce risks in public transport after Coronavirus cont...,negative,-0.968288898
"New grading system for London (Cambridge) O/L, A/L, other students missing June exams",4/17/2020,Education,"Cambridge Assessment International Education has introduced a new grading system for students, in view of the COVID-19 p...","New grading system for London (Cambridge) O/L, A/L, other students missing June exams Cambridge Assessment International Education has introduced a new grading system for students, in view of the COVID-19 p...",positive,0.883086085
Sri Lanka rupee stronger against greenback in one week market,4/17/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted stronger against the US dollar in one week forwards, and there were no spot market deal whi...","Sri Lanka rupee stronger against greenback in one week market Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted stronger against the US dollar in one week forwards, and there were no spot market deal whi...",negative,-0.999330163
"Cardinal: Easter attackers ""spritually forgiven"" but plotters must be punished",4/17/2020,Easter Sunday attacks,Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic Church is ready to “spiritually forgive” the plotters and the perpetrators of last year...,"Cardinal: Easter attackers ""spritually forgiven"" but plotters must be punished Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic Church is ready to “spiritually forgive” the plotters and the perpetrators of last year...",negative,-0.977812767
Sri Lanka seafood exports swimming against Coronavirus tide to keep economy afloat,4/17/2020,Economy, Sri Lanka seafood exports are seeing strong demand and higher prices during a global Coronavirus crisis though air frei...,Sri Lanka seafood exports swimming against Coronavirus tide to keep economy afloat  Sri Lanka seafood exports are seeing strong demand and higher prices during a global Coronavirus crisis though air frei...,positive,0.964750826
"How Sri Lanka and Vietnam are smashing Coronavirus, and what will happen next",4/17/2020,Environment,Sri Lanka and Vietnam are among the most successful countries in the world in keeping Coronavirus at bay with contact tr...,"How Sri Lanka and Vietnam are smashing Coronavirus, and what will happen next Sri Lanka and Vietnam are among the most successful countries in the world in keeping Coronavirus at bay with contact tr...",positive,0.980628133
"Sri Lanka's Colombo port swamped in 40,000 import boxes over Coronavirus",4/16/2020,Logistics,"Sri Lanka's Colombo Port is swamped in over 40,000 containers after a Coroanvirus crisis disrupted economic activities a...","Sri Lanka's Colombo port swamped in 40,000 import boxes over Coronavirus Sri Lanka's Colombo Port is swamped in over 40,000 containers after a Coroanvirus crisis disrupted economic activities a...",negative,-0.99943167
College of Community Physicians recommends staggered exit strategy for COVID-19-struck Sri Lanka,4/16/2020,Health,"In a comprehensive exit strategy formulated for Sri Lanka from the ongoing COVID-19 lockdown, the College of Community P...","College of Community Physicians recommends staggered exit strategy for COVID-19-struck Sri Lanka In a comprehensive exit strategy formulated for Sri Lanka from the ongoing COVID-19 lockdown, the College of Community P...",negative,-0.988343477
Sri Lanka rupee at 194.60/195.10 to green back in one week forwards,4/16/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed around 194.60/195/10 in the one week forward market as the island sought a facility from the In...,Sri Lanka rupee at 194.60/195.10 to green back in one week forwards Sri Lanka's rupee closed around 194.60/195/10 in the one week forward market as the island sought a facility from the In...,negative,-0.996776164
Sri Lanka's FUTA questions regulator decision to reopen universities in May,4/16/2020,Education,Sri Lanka’s Federation of University Teachers' Associations (FUTA) urged the University Grants Commission (UGC) yester...,Sri Lanka's FUTA questions regulator decision to reopen universities in May Sri Lanka’s Federation of University Teachers' Associations (FUTA) urged the University Grants Commission (UGC) yester...,negative,-0.925485373
Cardinal says Government must probe attacks on Muslims after Easter Sunday blasts,4/16/2020,Easter Sunday attacks,Sri Lanka’s leading Roman Catholic Prelate says pogroms against Muslims three weeks after the 2019 Easter Sunday suici...,Cardinal says Government must probe attacks on Muslims after Easter Sunday blasts Sri Lanka’s leading Roman Catholic Prelate says pogroms against Muslims three weeks after the 2019 Easter Sunday suici...,negative,-0.984970212
"Power outages in Puttalam disrupt supply to 7,000 homes",4/16/2020,Consumer Affairs,"Power supply to about 7,000 households in the Puttalam district was disrupted last night due to outages caused by strong...","Power outages in Puttalam disrupt supply to 7,000 homes Power supply to about 7,000 households in the Puttalam district was disrupted last night due to outages caused by strong...",negative,-0.997759223
"As Coronavirus tears Sri Lanka's apparel sector apart, an insider calls for help",4/16/2020,Op-ed/Special Reports,"No event in modern history has caused implications as severe as that of the Covid-19 outbreak, which is in danger of tea...","As Coronavirus tears Sri Lanka's apparel sector apart, an insider calls for help No event in modern history has caused implications as severe as that of the Covid-19 outbreak, which is in danger of tea...",negative,-0.977824092
Sri Lanka to allow export inputs despite import controls: EDB Chief,4/16/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka will allow inputs for export industries despite an import ban, a top official said, after import controls wer...","Sri Lanka to allow export inputs despite import controls: EDB Chief  Sri Lanka will allow inputs for export industries despite an import ban, a top official said, after import controls wer...",positive,0.983086109
"Prioritise containing COVID-19 over elections, says Cardinal",4/16/2020,Politics,"Now is not the time for elections in Sri Lanka, given the state of the COVID-19 pandemic, Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith said.","Prioritise containing COVID-19 over elections, says Cardinal Now is not the time for elections in Sri Lanka, given the state of the COVID-19 pandemic, Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith said.",negative,-0.998809099
Sri Lanka starts second e-auction for tea in Colombo,4/16/2020,Commodities,Sri Lanka's Colombo Tea Auction is staring another e-auction on Thursday combining volumes of two auctions together amid...,Sri Lanka starts second e-auction for tea in Colombo Sri Lanka's Colombo Tea Auction is staring another e-auction on Thursday combining volumes of two auctions together amid...,negative,-0.981214643
Sri Lanka in talks with IMF for rapid finance amid Coronavirus crisis,4/16/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka is in talks with the International Monetary Fund are in talks for a program under its Rapid Finance Instrument...,Sri Lanka in talks with IMF for rapid finance amid Coronavirus crisis Sri Lanka is in talks with the International Monetary Fund are in talks for a program under its Rapid Finance Instrument...,negative,-0.738107979
"Sri Lanka cuts bank rate 500bp to 10-pct, to be linked to ceiling policy rate",4/16/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has cut the bank rate, the final lender of last resort facility available to banks that face runs, to 10 perce...","Sri Lanka cuts bank rate 500bp to 10-pct, to be linked to ceiling policy rate Sri Lanka has cut the bank rate, the final lender of last resort facility available to banks that face runs, to 10 perce...",negative,-0.996764898
Sri Lanka 2020 GDP to contract 0.5-pct IMF says amid Coronavirus hit,4/16/2020,Economy,"The International Monetary Fund has said Sri Lanka's gross domestic product would contract 0.5 percent n 2020,  down 4.0...","Sri Lanka 2020 GDP to contract 0.5-pct IMF says amid Coronavirus hit The International Monetary Fund has said Sri Lanka's gross domestic product would contract 0.5 percent n 2020,  down 4.0...",negative,-0.998725593
"Gotabaya orders Secretaries to ""restart services""in the next few days",4/16/2020,Consumer Affairs,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has told Secretaries to Ministries to restart state and private sector services in the next...,"Gotabaya orders Secretaries to ""restart services""in the next few days President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has told Secretaries to Ministries to restart state and private sector services in the next...",negative,-0.928921938
Sri Lanka export leaders in Advocata discussion on Coronavirus crisis live now,4/16/2020,Economy,"Advocata Institute, a Colombo-based think tank is hosting an online discussion with top officials of Sri Lanka's export ...","Sri Lanka export leaders in Advocata discussion on Coronavirus crisis live now Advocata Institute, a Colombo-based think tank is hosting an online discussion with top officials of Sri Lanka's export ...",positive,0.88934356
One dead 29 injured as buses collide with truck,4/15/2020,Accident,One person is dead and 29 others injured after two buses transporting people to the Sampur quarantine centre collided wi...,One dead 29 injured as buses collide with truck One person is dead and 29 others injured after two buses transporting people to the Sampur quarantine centre collided wi...,negative,-0.998448133
Curfew lifted tomorrow in 19 districts except high-risk areas,4/15/2020,Law and Order,"Curfews are lifted at 6 am tomorrow in all districts of the country except for the districts of Colombo, Gampaha, Kaluta...","Curfew lifted tomorrow in 19 districts except high-risk areas Curfews are lifted at 6 am tomorrow in all districts of the country except for the districts of Colombo, Gampaha, Kaluta...",positive,0.683315217
G20 agrees to give debt relief for poorest nations over Coronavirus,4/15/2020,Economy,The Group of 20 nations announced support Wednesday for a temporary halt to debt payments by the world's poorest nations...,G20 agrees to give debt relief for poorest nations over Coronavirus The Group of 20 nations announced support Wednesday for a temporary halt to debt payments by the world's poorest nations...,negative,-0.905493438
Elections now will be betrayal of gains made against COVID-19: Sajith,4/15/2020,Politics,Holding a parliamentary election at this juncture will be a betrayal of the gains made so far by health and security off...,Elections now will be betrayal of gains made against COVID-19: Sajith Holding a parliamentary election at this juncture will be a betrayal of the gains made so far by health and security off...,negative,-0.999132693
President mulls restarting daily activities at Provincial level,4/15/2020,Economy,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is leaning towards the immediate resumption of day-to-day economic activities at provincial...,President mulls restarting daily activities at Provincial level President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is leaning towards the immediate resumption of day-to-day economic activities at provincial...,positive,0.899389446
Government's dilemma; beat COVID 19 or hold elections,4/15/2020,Health,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has a tough task ahead as he has to choose between holding elections on time at the end of ...,Government's dilemma; beat COVID 19 or hold elections President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has a tough task ahead as he has to choose between holding elections on time at the end of ...,negative,-0.603005111
"Sri Lanka rupee gains to 190.50/191.50 to greenback amid LOLC hopes, bond flat",4/15/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee gained to 190.50/191.50 levels to the US dollar in the spot market after opening weaker in the one mon...,"Sri Lanka rupee gains to 190.50/191.50 to greenback amid LOLC hopes, bond flat Sri Lanka's rupee gained to 190.50/191.50 levels to the US dollar in the spot market after opening weaker in the one mon...",negative,-0.996130109
CID questioning Rishad's brother: police,4/15/2020,Terrorism,Sri Lanka’s Criminal Investigation Department (CID) is currently questioning former minister Rishad Bathuideen’s bro...,CID questioning Rishad's brother: police Sri Lanka’s Criminal Investigation Department (CID) is currently questioning former minister Rishad Bathuideen’s bro...,positive,0.532786489
SriLankan Airlines say Coronavirus flight suspension will continue till April 30,4/15/2020,Aviation,"SriLankan Airlines says scheduled flights have been suspended till April 30, as many airports are closed and there are r...","SriLankan Airlines say Coronavirus flight suspension will continue till April 30 SriLankan Airlines says scheduled flights have been suspended till April 30, as many airports are closed and there are r...",negative,-0.995202899
"Sri Lanka activates tea, rubber, cococnut spice export crops amid Coranvirus curfew, hotlines given",4/15/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka has given the go-ahead for tea, coconut, rubber, pepper, Cinnamon and other crop producers to resume harvestin...","Sri Lanka activates tea, rubber, cococnut spice export crops amid Coranvirus curfew, hotlines given Sri Lanka has given the go-ahead for tea, coconut, rubber, pepper, Cinnamon and other crop producers to resume harvestin...",negative,-0.555615604
Number of COVID 19 patients surge to 233 as 15 new cases are found,4/15/2020,Health,The number of confirmed cases of COVID 19 patients has surged to 233 with the addition of 15 new cases detected yesterda...,Number of COVID 19 patients surge to 233 as 15 new cases are found The number of confirmed cases of COVID 19 patients has surged to 233 with the addition of 15 new cases detected yesterda...,positive,0.921798229
China embassy in Sri Lanka's call for 'freedom of speech' sets twitter on fire amid Coronavirus trag...,4/15/2020,Political News,"A call by China's embassy in Sri Lanka for 'freedom of speech' after its account was briefly suspended, has given the tw...","China embassy in Sri Lanka's call for 'freedom of speech' sets twitter on fire amid Coronavirus trag... A call by China's embassy in Sri Lanka for 'freedom of speech' after its account was briefly suspended, has given the tw...",negative,-0.993809998
"Trump says first US states could reopen soon, halts funding to WHO",4/15/2020,International news,"President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that swaths of the United States could lift coronavirus shutdowns ""very soon"" a...","Trump says first US states could reopen soon, halts funding to WHO President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that swaths of the United States could lift coronavirus shutdowns ""very soon"" a...",negative,-0.999119937
United Nations calls on Sri Lanka to safeguard minorities during COVID pandemic,4/14/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is facing international pressure to safeguard the rights of religious minorities in battling the COVID 19 thre...,United Nations calls on Sri Lanka to safeguard minorities during COVID pandemic Sri Lanka is facing international pressure to safeguard the rights of religious minorities in battling the COVID 19 thre...,negative,-0.934227407
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases linked to index patients except two minister says, as scapegoating drive...",4/14/2020,Health,Almost all confirmed Coronavirus patients in Sri Lanka are linked to foreign returnees and investigations are underway i...,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases linked to index patients except two minister says, as scapegoating drive... Almost all confirmed Coronavirus patients in Sri Lanka are linked to foreign returnees and investigations are underway i...",negative,-0.96993053
Doctors divided over the testing of patients for COVID 19,4/14/2020,Health,Medical specialists in Sri Lanka are divided about the efficacy of the testing being done in this country to detect pati...,Doctors divided over the testing of patients for COVID 19 Medical specialists in Sri Lanka are divided about the efficacy of the testing being done in this country to detect pati...,negative,-0.973517537
"Coronavirus crisis in Sri Lanka, the time to quit smoking: IPS",4/14/2020,Op-ed/Special Reports,This provides grants to our poorest and most vulnerable members to cover their IMF debt obligations for an initial phase...,"Coronavirus crisis in Sri Lanka, the time to quit smoking: IPS This provides grants to our poorest and most vulnerable members to cover their IMF debt obligations for an initial phase...",positive,0.672582626
Ranjan arrested over allegedly obstructing police officers,4/14/2020,Politics,United National Party (UNP) former parliamentarian Ranjan Ramanayake was taken into police custody last night over alleg...,Ranjan arrested over allegedly obstructing police officers United National Party (UNP) former parliamentarian Ranjan Ramanayake was taken into police custody last night over alleg...,negative,-0.987485349
US eyes Coronavirus 'plateau' as world weighs cautious reboot,4/14/2020,Health,"Coronavirus deaths in the hard-hit United States were flat for a second consecutive day, with New York's governor saying...","US eyes Coronavirus 'plateau' as world weighs cautious reboot Coronavirus deaths in the hard-hit United States were flat for a second consecutive day, with New York's governor saying...",negative,-0.999668121
Sri Lanka Coronavirus mask export ban lifted by drug price control agency,4/14/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's National Medical Regulatory Authority, a price control agency for drugs which has extensive powers to disrup...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus mask export ban lifted by drug price control agency Sri Lanka's National Medical Regulatory Authority, a price control agency for drugs which has extensive powers to disrup...",negative,-0.995100081
"Afghanistan, Nepal, 23 other countries get IMF Coronavirus debt relief",4/14/2020,Economy,"South Asian nations of Afghanistan, Nepal and 23 other African and small island nations will be given debt relief for th...","Afghanistan, Nepal, 23 other countries get IMF Coronavirus debt relief South Asian nations of Afghanistan, Nepal and 23 other African and small island nations will be given debt relief for th...",negative,-0.957585275
"Sri Lanka ex-CB chief moots Coronavirus revival funds for vulnerable persons, businesses with WB, IM...",4/14/2020,Economy,The International Monetary Fund and the World Bank should give relief to debtor nations which can be channeled to funds ...,"Sri Lanka ex-CB chief moots Coronavirus revival funds for vulnerable persons, businesses with WB, IM... The International Monetary Fund and the World Bank should give relief to debtor nations which can be channeled to funds ...",negative,-0.936077058
COVID-19-hit Sri Lanka to usher in low-key traditional new year,4/13/2020,Health,"As Sri Lanka gets ready to usher in the traditional Sinhala & Tamil new year, the mood appears sombre and the celebratio...","COVID-19-hit Sri Lanka to usher in low-key traditional new year As Sri Lanka gets ready to usher in the traditional Sinhala & Tamil new year, the mood appears sombre and the celebratio...",positive,0.960043311
Sri Lanka's LOLC gets US$422mn for first tranche of Cambodia unit,4/13/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka-based LOLC group said, a holding company in Singapore had had received 422 million dollars from the sale of th...","Sri Lanka's LOLC gets US$422mn for first tranche of Cambodia unit Sri Lanka-based LOLC group said, a holding company in Singapore had had received 422 million dollars from the sale of th...",negative,-0.959047377
Four more COVID 19 cases detected - all associates of Beruwela patient,4/13/2020,Health,Four people who had closely associated with the COVID 19 patient detected in Beruwela have tested positive for the virus...,Four more COVID 19 cases detected - all associates of Beruwela patient Four people who had closely associated with the COVID 19 patient detected in Beruwela have tested positive for the virus...,negative,-0.972788036
Sri Lanka Muslims question why cremation of COVID 19 victims is mandatory,4/13/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Muslim community is continuing to question the country’s insistence on cremating the remains of COVID 19...,Sri Lanka Muslims question why cremation of COVID 19 victims is mandatory Sri Lanka’s Muslim community is continuing to question the country’s insistence on cremating the remains of COVID 19...,negative,-0.993809521
Sri Lanka expects steep fall in crime rate over Coronavirus curfews,4/13/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka is expecting a steep fall in crime during nation-wide lockdown style curfews imposed to stop the spread of Cor...,Sri Lanka expects steep fall in crime rate over Coronavirus curfews Sri Lanka is expecting a steep fall in crime during nation-wide lockdown style curfews imposed to stop the spread of Cor...,negative,-0.994570792
Govt purchases nearly 1 million kg of vegetables in Sri Lanka amid COVID-19 curfew,4/13/2020,Consumer Affairs,"The government of Sri Lanka has purchased a total of 904,010kg of vegetables under a programme initiated by the presiden...","Govt purchases nearly 1 million kg of vegetables in Sri Lanka amid COVID-19 curfew The government of Sri Lanka has purchased a total of 904,010kg of vegetables under a programme initiated by the presiden...",negative,-0.773077071
Work from home until the 20th of April government says,4/13/2020,Health,"The government has ordered that all public and private sector employees should work from home until April 20, a statemen...","Work from home until the 20th of April government says The government has ordered that all public and private sector employees should work from home until April 20, a statemen...",negative,-0.974202037
"Oil pushes higher, but doubts grow about output cut deal",4/13/2020,International news,"Oil prices rose Monday after top producers agreed to massive output cuts, but gains were capped as doubts grew about whe...","Oil pushes higher, but doubts grow about output cut deal Oil prices rose Monday after top producers agreed to massive output cuts, but gains were capped as doubts grew about whe...",negative,-0.948823988
Sri Lanka GDP to shrink 3.0-pct in 2020 as economy hit by Coronavirus: WB,4/13/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka's economy may contract as much as 3.0 percent in 2020, the World Bank has said as a Coronavirus crisis hit ex...","Sri Lanka GDP to shrink 3.0-pct in 2020 as economy hit by Coronavirus: WB  Sri Lanka's economy may contract as much as 3.0 percent in 2020, the World Bank has said as a Coronavirus crisis hit ex...",negative,-0.998162806
"Coronavirus: latest global developments, 112,000 deaths, 1.8mn infections",4/13/2020,Environment,"China records its highest daily toll of imported virus cases, confirming 97 new infections. China records its highest da...","Coronavirus: latest global developments, 112,000 deaths, 1.8mn infections China records its highest daily toll of imported virus cases, confirming 97 new infections. China records its highest da...",positive,0.812950671
"Sri Lanka eyes new liquidity measures for finance companies, asset rules lowered: CB",4/13/2020,Banking, Sri Lanka has lowered the requirements for finance and leasing companies to tie up capital in liquid assets and is also...,"Sri Lanka eyes new liquidity measures for finance companies, asset rules lowered: CB  Sri Lanka has lowered the requirements for finance and leasing companies to tie up capital in liquid assets and is also...",negative,-0.995473802
Pope Francis calls for debt forgiveness as Sri Lanka and developing nations hit by Coronavirus,4/13/2020,Economy,Pope Francis on Sunday called for the reduction or forgiveness of the debt of poor nations as the Coronavirus pandemic d...,Pope Francis calls for debt forgiveness as Sri Lanka and developing nations hit by Coronavirus Pope Francis on Sunday called for the reduction or forgiveness of the debt of poor nations as the Coronavirus pandemic d...,negative,-0.990564108
"As Coronavirus spreads in South Asia, Sri Lanka Navy, Air Force step up patrols",4/12/2020,Defence,Sri Lanka's Navy and Air Force has stepped up maritime surveillance to keep out illegal entrants as Coronavirus spreads ...,"As Coronavirus spreads in South Asia, Sri Lanka Navy, Air Force step up patrols Sri Lanka's Navy and Air Force has stepped up maritime surveillance to keep out illegal entrants as Coronavirus spreads ...",negative,-0.957024276
"Virus cases, deaths rise in India's biggest slum",4/12/2020,Political News,Coronavirus cases in Mumbai's densely populated Dharavi slum -- one of Asia's biggest -- have risen to 43 including four...,"Virus cases, deaths rise in India's biggest slum Coronavirus cases in Mumbai's densely populated Dharavi slum -- one of Asia's biggest -- have risen to 43 including four...",negative,-0.964782834
"Sri Lanka universities to open starting from May 04, Coronavirus count reaches 210 - Updated",4/12/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's Coronavirus count reached 203 on April 12, five new persons being confirmed as officials ramped up testing o...","Sri Lanka universities to open starting from May 04, Coronavirus count reaches 210 - Updated Sri Lanka's Coronavirus count reached 203 on April 12, five new persons being confirmed as officials ramped up testing o...",negative,-0.957298636
Sri Lanka Catholic church 'forgives' 2019 Easter suicide bombers,4/12/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's Roman Catholic Church said Sunday it had forgiven the suicide bombers behind the attacks that killed at leas...,Sri Lanka Catholic church 'forgives' 2019 Easter suicide bombers Sri Lanka's Roman Catholic Church said Sunday it had forgiven the suicide bombers behind the attacks that killed at leas...,positive,0.721410096
Sri Lanka pharmacies asked not to play doctor during Coronavirus curfew,4/12/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's pharmacies which are allowed to be open during a nation-wide curfew imposed to combat the spread of Coronavi...,Sri Lanka pharmacies asked not to play doctor during Coronavirus curfew Sri Lanka's pharmacies which are allowed to be open during a nation-wide curfew imposed to combat the spread of Coronavi...,negative,-0.959769726
Sri Lanka issues permits during Coronavirus curfew to start mineral exports,4/12/2020,Business,Geological Survey and Mines Bureau (GSMB) said it had started issuing permits for firms that are shipping minerals out o...,Sri Lanka issues permits during Coronavirus curfew to start mineral exports Geological Survey and Mines Bureau (GSMB) said it had started issuing permits for firms that are shipping minerals out o...,negative,-0.990142703
"Sri Lanka looks to relax Coronavirus curfews in late April, open schools in May",4/12/2020,Environment,Sri Lanka is looking to relax Coronavirus controls after April 19 for low risk areas and re-open schools in the second w...,"Sri Lanka looks to relax Coronavirus curfews in late April, open schools in May Sri Lanka is looking to relax Coronavirus controls after April 19 for low risk areas and re-open schools in the second w...",negative,-0.985932648
How to contact an electrician or plumber during Sri Lanka's Coronavirus curfew,4/12/2020,Energy,The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka said it had teamed with the island's electricity and water utilities to hel...,How to contact an electrician or plumber during Sri Lanka's Coronavirus curfew The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka said it had teamed with the island's electricity and water utilities to hel...,negative,-0.992380559
"Sri Lanka gazettes regulations for SDA Coronavirus deposits, overrides existing rules",4/12/2020,Banking, Sri Lanka has gazette new foreign regulations covering foreign exchange deposits of up to 12 months in domestic banks a...,"Sri Lanka gazettes regulations for SDA Coronavirus deposits, overrides existing rules  Sri Lanka has gazette new foreign regulations covering foreign exchange deposits of up to 12 months in domestic banks a...",negative,-0.971154928
"Coronavirus: latest global developments, US worst hit, mass graves in New York",4/12/2020,International news,"The United States becomes the country worst hit by the coronavirus, both in terms of recorded cases and deaths.","Coronavirus: latest global developments, US worst hit, mass graves in New York The United States becomes the country worst hit by the coronavirus, both in terms of recorded cases and deaths.",negative,-0.999638081
Sri Lanka President remembers 2019 attacks in Easter message amid Coronavirus,4/12/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa remembered 2018 attacks which left over 200 persons dead in his message on East...,Sri Lanka President remembers 2019 attacks in Easter message amid Coronavirus Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa remembered 2018 attacks which left over 200 persons dead in his message on East...,negative,-0.99126327
"Coronavirus: latest global developments, mass-graves in US",4/12/2020,International news,"The United States tops half a million reported infections on Friday, according to Johns Hopkins University.","Coronavirus: latest global developments, mass-graves in US The United States tops half a million reported infections on Friday, according to Johns Hopkins University.",negative,-0.947241545
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus curfew break delayed till April 16 to fight Covid-19, count 199",4/12/2020,Environment,A Coronavirus curfew break in Sri Lanka for less-risky areas has been delayed till 0600h Thursday April 16 morning from ...,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus curfew break delayed till April 16 to fight Covid-19, count 199 A Coronavirus curfew break in Sri Lanka for less-risky areas has been delayed till 0600h Thursday April 16 morning from ...",negative,-0.988558412
SJB alleges President creating an autocracy under the guise of fighting COVID 19,4/11/2020,Health,"The Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) is calling on all political parties, civil society activists and the general...","SJB alleges President creating an autocracy under the guise of fighting COVID 19 The Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) is calling on all political parties, civil society activists and the general...",negative,-0.982887447
Sri Lanka to allow factories in low Coronavirus-risk areas to open,4/11/2020,Business,Sri Lanka will allow factories in low-risk areas and export processing zones to operated subject to health regulations d...,Sri Lanka to allow factories in low Coronavirus-risk areas to open Sri Lanka will allow factories in low-risk areas and export processing zones to operated subject to health regulations d...,negative,-0.947129667
Activists urge elections commission to fix poll date with public safety in mind,4/11/2020,Health,A group of Opposition political activists are urging the Elections Commission to resist pressure from political elements...,Activists urge elections commission to fix poll date with public safety in mind A group of Opposition political activists are urging the Elections Commission to resist pressure from political elements...,negative,-0.965467691
Laugfs Sri Lanka LPG tanker docks at China-run port in Hambantota,4/11/2020,Energy,"Gas Courage, a Sri Lanka registered liquefied petroleum gas tanker owned by Colombo-based by LAUGFS Maritime Services (P...","Laugfs Sri Lanka LPG tanker docks at China-run port in Hambantota Gas Courage, a Sri Lanka registered liquefied petroleum gas tanker owned by Colombo-based by LAUGFS Maritime Services (P...",negative,-0.980323792
Sri Lanka sets price control on rice at Rs90 a kilogram,4/11/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's Consumer Affairs Authority, the main price control agency in the island has set new ceiling prices for rice ...","Sri Lanka sets price control on rice at Rs90 a kilogram Sri Lanka's Consumer Affairs Authority, the main price control agency in the island has set new ceiling prices for rice ...",negative,-0.983185232
"Sri Lanka ex-Speaker writes to President, appeals for curfew mitigation, de-stigmatization",4/11/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka's ex-Speaker Karu Jayasuriya has written to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa asking for action to stop the stigmat...,"Sri Lanka ex-Speaker writes to President, appeals for curfew mitigation, de-stigmatization Sri Lanka's ex-Speaker Karu Jayasuriya has written to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa asking for action to stop the stigmat...",negative,-0.91261667
"Global Coronavirus deaths top 100,000 ahead of locked-down Easter",4/11/2020,International news,"The global coronavirus death toll topped 100,000 Friday as Easter celebrations around the world kicked off in near-empty...","Global Coronavirus deaths top 100,000 ahead of locked-down Easter The global coronavirus death toll topped 100,000 Friday as Easter celebrations around the world kicked off in near-empty...",negative,-0.998478353
Sri Lanka Coronavirus burglary cluster takes Covid-19 count to 197,4/11/2020,Environment,"Sri Lanka has confirmed 197 Coronavirus by late night on April 10, the Health Ministry said after several people in a cl...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus burglary cluster takes Covid-19 count to 197 Sri Lanka has confirmed 197 Coronavirus by late night on April 10, the Health Ministry said after several people in a cl...",negative,-0.987773359
Immigration Department transferred to Sri Lanka's Mahaweli Ministry,4/11/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's Department of Immigration and Emigration has been transferred to the Ministry of Mahaweli, Agriculture, Irri...","Immigration Department transferred to Sri Lanka's Mahaweli Ministry Sri Lanka's Department of Immigration and Emigration has been transferred to the Ministry of Mahaweli, Agriculture, Irri...",negative,-0.989053071
Sri Lanka pumps Rs240bn into banking system during Coronavirus crisis,4/11/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has pumped 240 billion rupees in liquidity into the banking system an official said of which 140 billion rupee...,Sri Lanka pumps Rs240bn into banking system during Coronavirus crisis Sri Lanka has pumped 240 billion rupees in liquidity into the banking system an official said of which 140 billion rupee...,negative,-0.968905926
Confusion reigns over the opening of Pharmacies,4/10/2020,Health,A flurry of press releases about the opening of pharmacies has left consumers confused about whether they can go to get ...,Confusion reigns over the opening of Pharmacies A flurry of press releases about the opening of pharmacies has left consumers confused about whether they can go to get ...,negative,-0.998299181
"Sri Lanka exports revival, using new opportunities vital to beat Coronavirus: EDB chief",4/10/2020,Economy,Reviving exports urgently is vital to keep Sri Lanka afloat during a Coronavirus crisis and the sector needs room to ada...,"Sri Lanka exports revival, using new opportunities vital to beat Coronavirus: EDB chief Reviving exports urgently is vital to keep Sri Lanka afloat during a Coronavirus crisis and the sector needs room to ada...",positive,0.996091306
British High Commissioner advises Britons in Sri Lanka to leave over Coronavirus,4/10/2020,Business,The British High Commissioner in Sri Lanka has advised all British nationals in the country to go back while flights are...,British High Commissioner advises Britons in Sri Lanka to leave over Coronavirus The British High Commissioner in Sri Lanka has advised all British nationals in the country to go back while flights are...,negative,-0.945755482
"Sri Lanka makes rice milling an essential service in Covid curfew, New Year",4/10/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka has declared rice milling to be an essential service to supplies of grainflowing during a curfew imposed to ...,"Sri Lanka makes rice milling an essential service in Covid curfew, New Year Sri Lanka has declared rice milling to be an essential service to supplies of grainflowing during a curfew imposed to ...",positive,0.995803654
"Sri Lanka re-starts rubber auction from April 09, after Coronavirus curfew gap",4/10/2020,Commodities,"Sri Lanka has re-started rubber auctions on April 09, under rules specified by health authorities, where latex crepe was...","Sri Lanka re-starts rubber auction from April 09, after Coronavirus curfew gap Sri Lanka has re-started rubber auctions on April 09, under rules specified by health authorities, where latex crepe was...",negative,-0.993549883
OMP requests PM to include families of Sri Lanka's missing persons in COVID-19 relief measures,4/10/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Office on Missing Persons (OMP) has recommended that families of the missing and disappeared are included ...,OMP requests PM to include families of Sri Lanka's missing persons in COVID-19 relief measures Sri Lanka’s Office on Missing Persons (OMP) has recommended that families of the missing and disappeared are included ...,negative,-0.984635711
Sri Lanka launches aggressive COVID 19 testing,4/10/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s health authorities are aggressively expanding testing for COVID 19 this week according to new instructions...,Sri Lanka launches aggressive COVID 19 testing Sri Lanka’s health authorities are aggressively expanding testing for COVID 19 this week according to new instructions...,negative,-0.959021389
Free Media Movement calls for collective social consciousness to fight COVID-19 pandemic in Sri Lank...,4/10/2020,Health,Highlighting problematic reporting in Sri Lanka's mainstream media as well as racially charged viral content on social m...,Free Media Movement calls for collective social consciousness to fight COVID-19 pandemic in Sri Lank... Highlighting problematic reporting in Sri Lanka's mainstream media as well as racially charged viral content on social m...,negative,-0.986198783
Sri Lanka to send curfew violators to quarantine centres: police,4/10/2020,Health,"Starting today, Sri Lanka's police will send individuals attempting to travel across districts violating the ongoing COV...","Sri Lanka to send curfew violators to quarantine centres: police Starting today, Sri Lanka's police will send individuals attempting to travel across districts violating the ongoing COV...",negative,-0.977777898
Sri Lanka brings back PAYE as Advance Income Tax,4/10/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has brought a revised version of pay-you-earn tax as an Advance Personal Income Tax to be deducted by the empl...,Sri Lanka brings back PAYE as Advance Income Tax Sri Lanka has brought a revised version of pay-you-earn tax as an Advance Personal Income Tax to be deducted by the empl...,negative,-0.968464136
Oil prices fall sharply to US$31 a barrel as top producers hold key talks,4/10/2020,International news,Oil prices fell sharply Friday as top producers attempted to finalise a crucial agreement on output cuts in a bid to cou...,Oil prices fall sharply to US$31 a barrel as top producers hold key talks Oil prices fell sharply Friday as top producers attempted to finalise a crucial agreement on output cuts in a bid to cou...,negative,-0.999428213
Sri Lanka forex reserves down to Rs7.5bn in March amid liquidity injections,4/10/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka's forex reserves were down by 412.5 million US dollars to 7,525 million by end March 2020 from 7,938.24 milli...","Sri Lanka forex reserves down to Rs7.5bn in March amid liquidity injections  Sri Lanka's forex reserves were down by 412.5 million US dollars to 7,525 million by end March 2020 from 7,938.24 milli...",negative,-0.99727577
Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa seeks expert opinion on fighting Covid-19,4/10/2020,Environment," Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has sought expert opinion on fighting Coronavirus, while the country is under ...","Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa seeks expert opinion on fighting Covid-19  Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has sought expert opinion on fighting Coronavirus, while the country is under ...",positive,0.970637798
Sri Lanka Covid-19 heathcare fund totals Rs585mn,4/10/2020,Economy,A fund started by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to help fight Coronavirus had drawn 585 million rupees with contributors ...,Sri Lanka Covid-19 heathcare fund totals Rs585mn A fund started by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to help fight Coronavirus had drawn 585 million rupees with contributors ...,negative,-0.990242183
"Sri Lanka rupee in one day gain to 195 to the US dollar, spot trades",4/10/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee ended around 194.50/195.50 to the US dollar in the one week forward market Thursday with volatile trad...,"Sri Lanka rupee in one day gain to 195 to the US dollar, spot trades Sri Lanka's rupee ended around 194.50/195.50 to the US dollar in the one week forward market Thursday with volatile trad...",negative,-0.995558381
Thousands of drug offenders to be released from prisons due to overcrowding,4/9/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s judicial system is poised to release thousands of remand prisoners accused of minor narcotic offences in a...,Thousands of drug offenders to be released from prisons due to overcrowding Sri Lanka’s judicial system is poised to release thousands of remand prisoners accused of minor narcotic offences in a...,negative,-0.753991723
Australian donation aims to help women and girls in Sri Lanka,4/9/2020,Health,The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has handed over prepositioned maternity and dignity kits worth more than 3 mi...,Australian donation aims to help women and girls in Sri Lanka The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has handed over prepositioned maternity and dignity kits worth more than 3 mi...,negative,-0.965048969
"Sri Lanka apparel industry appeals for re-opening, salary support over Coronavirus crisis",4/9/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's apparel industry has asked for early re-opening of factories to avoid competitors taking their business, sus...","Sri Lanka apparel industry appeals for re-opening, salary support over Coronavirus crisis Sri Lanka's apparel industry has asked for early re-opening of factories to avoid competitors taking their business, sus...",negative,-0.993394434
"US gives US$1.3mn to Sri Lanka to fight Coronavirus, promises testing support",4/9/2020,Economy,The United States has given 1.3 millon US dollars to help Sri Lanka help protect healthcare workers in the fight against...,"US gives US$1.3mn to Sri Lanka to fight Coronavirus, promises testing support The United States has given 1.3 millon US dollars to help Sri Lanka help protect healthcare workers in the fight against...",negative,-0.969848752
"Reconvene parliament, carry out more tests to contain COVID-19 in Sri Lanka, ex-legislators say in l...",4/9/2020,Health,Select members of Sri Lanka’s dissolved parliament shared their views on the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic today in an uno...,"Reconvene parliament, carry out more tests to contain COVID-19 in Sri Lanka, ex-legislators say in l... Select members of Sri Lanka’s dissolved parliament shared their views on the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic today in an uno...",negative,-0.630731165
Sri Lanka bootleg mushrooms during Corona curfew,4/9/2020,Business,The manufacture of moonshine has spiked in Sri Lanka as a nation-wide indefinite curfew slapped to contain COVID-19 was ...,Sri Lanka bootleg mushrooms during Corona curfew The manufacture of moonshine has spiked in Sri Lanka as a nation-wide indefinite curfew slapped to contain COVID-19 was ...,negative,-0.997465849
"European Union says Sri Lanka Coronavirus fight 'impressive', grants 22 million Euro",4/9/2020,Economy,The European Union has given Sri Lanka a grant of 22 million US dollars to fight Coronavirus in the island saying the co...,"European Union says Sri Lanka Coronavirus fight 'impressive', grants 22 million Euro The European Union has given Sri Lanka a grant of 22 million US dollars to fight Coronavirus in the island saying the co...",positive,0.980265021
Sri Lanka rupee makes dizzy gains in intra-day trade towards 190 to dollar,4/9/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee made steep gains in intra-day trade Thursday amid selling by a state name that usually acts for the mone...,Sri Lanka rupee makes dizzy gains in intra-day trade towards 190 to dollar Sri Lanka rupee made steep gains in intra-day trade Thursday amid selling by a state name that usually acts for the mone...,negative,-0.930499554
Sri Lanka to pay 02-pct interest premium on Coronavirus forex account,4/9/2020,Health,Sri Lanka will pay an extra 02 percent interest for foreign exchange remitted to the country and kept for 12 months in d...,Sri Lanka to pay 02-pct interest premium on Coronavirus forex account Sri Lanka will pay an extra 02 percent interest for foreign exchange remitted to the country and kept for 12 months in d...,negative,-0.974048972
Manthri.lk hosts live 'online parliamentary' session on COVID-19 in Sri Lanka,4/9/2020,Health,"Manthri.lk, a parliamentary monitoring initiative by think tank Verite Research, is hosting a live 'online parliamentary...","Manthri.lk hosts live 'online parliamentary' session on COVID-19 in Sri Lanka Manthri.lk, a parliamentary monitoring initiative by think tank Verite Research, is hosting a live 'online parliamentary...",negative,-0.612329662
Sri Lanka Coronavirus contact tracing gaps plugged as incubation of SARS-Cov-2 suspected to top 20 d...,4/9/2020,Environment,Sri Lanka is quarantining all close contacts (F1) of the confirmed Coronavirus (index case or F0) and will test all quar...,Sri Lanka Coronavirus contact tracing gaps plugged as incubation of SARS-Cov-2 suspected to top 20 d... Sri Lanka is quarantining all close contacts (F1) of the confirmed Coronavirus (index case or F0) and will test all quar...,negative,-0.98892504
Sri Lanka to allow citizens stranded over Coronavirus at 11 airports to return,4/9/2020,Business,Sri Lanka will allow over two dozen citizens stranded at several airports around the world over restrictions imposed to ...,Sri Lanka to allow citizens stranded over Coronavirus at 11 airports to return Sri Lanka will allow over two dozen citizens stranded at several airports around the world over restrictions imposed to ...,negative,-0.985975802
Relief for those owing traffic fines,4/9/2020,Sri Lanka COVID 19,"If you are worried about that unpaid traffic fine, the Sri Lanka Police together with the Postal Department have come up...","Relief for those owing traffic fines If you are worried about that unpaid traffic fine, the Sri Lanka Police together with the Postal Department have come up...",positive,0.984599531
For all its a struggle to get the essentials of life,4/9/2020,Economy,"Across the districts designated as the most affected by the COVID 19 threat, the fear of the disease is tinged by the co...","For all its a struggle to get the essentials of life Across the districts designated as the most affected by the COVID 19 threat, the fear of the disease is tinged by the co...",negative,-0.777271748
Sri Lanka to give Coronavirus incentive package for foreign exchange remitted in,4/9/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka will give an incentive package to anyone who repatriates dollars held abroad to the island in the next three m...,Sri Lanka to give Coronavirus incentive package for foreign exchange remitted in Sri Lanka will give an incentive package to anyone who repatriates dollars held abroad to the island in the next three m...,negative,-0.946156859
US stocks rally on latest coronavirus updates as European bourses dip,4/9/2020,International news,"Wall Street stocks rallied on data suggesting the coronavirus was cresting in New York and other hotspots, while Europea...","US stocks rally on latest coronavirus updates as European bourses dip Wall Street stocks rallied on data suggesting the coronavirus was cresting in New York and other hotspots, while Europea...",negative,-0.993722379
What happened to Sanders and how Biden came in ahead in US democratic race,4/9/2020,International news,Earlier this year leftist senator Bernie Sanders forged ahead of Joe Biden to become the shock frontrunner in the race t...,What happened to Sanders and how Biden came in ahead in US democratic race Earlier this year leftist senator Bernie Sanders forged ahead of Joe Biden to become the shock frontrunner in the race t...,positive,0.997542858
"Sri Lanka to seek US$1400mn in swap lines from India, China mulled amid Coronavirus",4/9/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has requested a 400 million dollar swap line from the Reserve Bank of India under an arrangement available for...,"Sri Lanka to seek US$1400mn in swap lines from India, China mulled amid Coronavirus Sri Lanka has requested a 400 million dollar swap line from the Reserve Bank of India under an arrangement available for...",negative,-0.995565951
Manthir.lk to have multiparty forum on Sri Lanka's Covid-19 response,4/8/2020,Health,"Manthri.lk, a portal that tracks Sri Lanka's parliament and its member said it is hosting an online forum with senior pa...","Manthir.lk to have multiparty forum on Sri Lanka's Covid-19 response Manthri.lk, a portal that tracks Sri Lanka's parliament and its member said it is hosting an online forum with senior pa...",positive,0.690399289
"Helidarawwa, video series debunking COVID-19 misinformation, launched in Sri Lanka",4/8/2020,Health,"Helidarawwa, a journalistic initiative put together to debunk disinformation surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, was laun...","Helidarawwa, video series debunking COVID-19 misinformation, launched in Sri Lanka Helidarawwa, a journalistic initiative put together to debunk disinformation surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, was laun...",negative,-0.997822523
Hiru TV denying show rehearsal defying govt COVID 19 guidelines,4/8/2020,Sri Lanka COVID 19,Hiru TV is denying that it brought more than a hundred staff and artistes to record its Sinhala Avurudu Special show to ...,Hiru TV denying show rehearsal defying govt COVID 19 guidelines Hiru TV is denying that it brought more than a hundred staff and artistes to record its Sinhala Avurudu Special show to ...,negative,-0.994816124
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus curfew update Thursday, pharmacies to open at 0900h, Covid-19 count 189",4/8/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka will open pharmacies at 0900h on Thursday while curfew will be lifted at 0600h except in Colombo, Gampaha, Put...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus curfew update Thursday, pharmacies to open at 0900h, Covid-19 count 189 Sri Lanka will open pharmacies at 0900h on Thursday while curfew will be lifted at 0600h except in Colombo, Gampaha, Put...",negative,-0.678531051
Sri Lanka's China-run port stocked up to oil Coronavirus hit Indian Ocean shipping,4/8/2020,Logistics,"Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port, run by China's CM Ports group with Chinese oil group Sinopec, has stocked up bunker oil to ...","Sri Lanka's China-run port stocked up to oil Coronavirus hit Indian Ocean shipping Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port, run by China's CM Ports group with Chinese oil group Sinopec, has stocked up bunker oil to ...",negative,-0.97241205
Sri Lanka's Softlogic group cuts salaries 20-30-pct as Coronavirus hits,4/8/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's Softlogic has cut salaries of top executives between 20 to 30 percent, as curfews imposed to curb Coronaviru...","Sri Lanka's Softlogic group cuts salaries 20-30-pct as Coronavirus hits Sri Lanka's Softlogic has cut salaries of top executives between 20 to 30 percent, as curfews imposed to curb Coronaviru...",negative,-0.998664856
"Sri Lanka may hit foreign borrowing ceiling, recall parliament to raise it: ex-Finance Minister",4/8/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka may hit legal snags in getting foreign loans unless parliament is recalled to pass new resolution to legalize ...,"Sri Lanka may hit foreign borrowing ceiling, recall parliament to raise it: ex-Finance Minister Sri Lanka may hit legal snags in getting foreign loans unless parliament is recalled to pass new resolution to legalize ...",negative,-0.996205032
"Sri Lanka tea prices soar amid rupee fall, tight supplies at Coronavirus e-auction",4/8/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's tea prices rose sharply at an auction held amid Coroanvirus curfews with a falling rupee, strong demand from...","Sri Lanka tea prices soar amid rupee fall, tight supplies at Coronavirus e-auction Sri Lanka's tea prices rose sharply at an auction held amid Coroanvirus curfews with a falling rupee, strong demand from...",negative,-0.985431612
Sri Lanka bank risks to persist despite Coronavirus rule easing: Fitch,4/8/2020,Banking,Risks to Sri Lanka's banks will persist despite recent Coronavirus driven regulatory easing announced by the central ban...,Sri Lanka bank risks to persist despite Coronavirus rule easing: Fitch Risks to Sri Lanka's banks will persist despite recent Coronavirus driven regulatory easing announced by the central ban...,negative,-0.983867407
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus testing ramped up as Vietnam tests 94,000 in Covid-19 offensive",4/8/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka is ramping up Coronavirus tests, with some persons who had been released from quarantine developing Covid-19 a...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus testing ramped up as Vietnam tests 94,000 in Covid-19 offensive Sri Lanka is ramping up Coronavirus tests, with some persons who had been released from quarantine developing Covid-19 a...",negative,-0.99431026
COVID 19 : New Guidelines for curfew passes issued,4/8/2020,Law and Order,Police headquarters has issued new guidelines for the issuance of Curfew passes granting more public and private sector ...,COVID 19 : New Guidelines for curfew passes issued Police headquarters has issued new guidelines for the issuance of Curfew passes granting more public and private sector ...,negative,-0.946811736
Sri Lanka COVID 19 : One more death reported as  fatality rates stay below global average,4/8/2020,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka’s total number of confirmed cases of COVID 19 rose to 185 as of the morning of April 8 after seven new cases...,Sri Lanka COVID 19 : One more death reported as  fatality rates stay below global average Sri Lanka’s total number of confirmed cases of COVID 19 rose to 185 as of the morning of April 8 after seven new cases...,negative,-0.995596707
"Review COVID-19 lockdown after April new year, medical academics say in exit strategy for Sri Lanka",4/7/2020,Health,"The current COVID-19 lockdown should be reviewed after the coming traditional new year, while increasing testing capacit...","Review COVID-19 lockdown after April new year, medical academics say in exit strategy for Sri Lanka The current COVID-19 lockdown should be reviewed after the coming traditional new year, while increasing testing capacit...",negative,-0.962349176
Sri Lanka's online tea auction sees computers trailing human sellers - so far,4/7/2020,Commodities,"Sri Lanka's Colombo tea auction, which went online due to a Coronavirus curfew ending a 126-year-old tradition is doing ...","Sri Lanka's online tea auction sees computers trailing human sellers - so far Sri Lanka's Colombo tea auction, which went online due to a Coronavirus curfew ending a 126-year-old tradition is doing ...",negative,-0.998524964
"Sri Lanka invites indigenous medical practitioners to help fight COVID-19; GMOA chief recommends ""du...",4/7/2020,Health,"As Sri Lanka’s confirmed COVID-19 cases reach the 180s, the government has invited indigenous medical practitioners to...","Sri Lanka invites indigenous medical practitioners to help fight COVID-19; GMOA chief recommends ""du... As Sri Lanka’s confirmed COVID-19 cases reach the 180s, the government has invited indigenous medical practitioners to...",positive,0.970074296
"Sri Lanka holders of visas can travel to Korea, consular services halted over Covid curfews",4/7/2020,Business,Holders of valid student or work visa can still travel to Korea and enter the country after being quarantined but the em...,"Sri Lanka holders of visas can travel to Korea, consular services halted over Covid curfews Holders of valid student or work visa can still travel to Korea and enter the country after being quarantined but the em...",negative,-0.890480936
Police warn against spreading racial hatred,4/7/2020,Accident,Police spokesman Deputy Inspector General Ajith Rohana is warning people who are fear-mongering about minority communiti...,Police warn against spreading racial hatred Police spokesman Deputy Inspector General Ajith Rohana is warning people who are fear-mongering about minority communiti...,negative,-0.985543251
Vietnam puts Coronavirus hit UK pilot on ECMO as Boris Johnson enters ICU,4/7/2020,Health,Doctors in Vietnam's Cho Ray hospital have put a British pilot whose lungs were damaged from Coronavirus on external blo...,Vietnam puts Coronavirus hit UK pilot on ECMO as Boris Johnson enters ICU Doctors in Vietnam's Cho Ray hospital have put a British pilot whose lungs were damaged from Coronavirus on external blo...,negative,-0.993952096
"Sri Lanka records sixth Coronavirus death, 38 recover",4/7/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has seen the sixth Coronavirus death on April 07, the government information office said as 38 recovered, and ...","Sri Lanka records sixth Coronavirus death, 38 recover Sri Lanka has seen the sixth Coronavirus death on April 07, the government information office said as 38 recovered, and ...",negative,-0.981523216
Sri Lanka business leaders slash their pay 60-pct over Coronavirus,4/7/2020,Business,Senior executives of top business groups in Sri Lanka have taken up to 60 per cent salary cuts as Coronavirus kills sale...,Sri Lanka business leaders slash their pay 60-pct over Coronavirus Senior executives of top business groups in Sri Lanka have taken up to 60 per cent salary cuts as Coronavirus kills sale...,negative,-0.999234438
British PM in intensive care as virus toll soars,4/7/2020,International news,British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was moved to intensive care Monday when his condition worsened in a battle with the...,British PM in intensive care as virus toll soars British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was moved to intensive care Monday when his condition worsened in a battle with the...,negative,-0.983650744
US warns China not to 'exploit' virus for sea disputes,4/6/2020,International news,The United States on Monday warned China not to take advantage of the coronavirus pandemic to exert itself in the South ...,US warns China not to 'exploit' virus for sea disputes The United States on Monday warned China not to take advantage of the coronavirus pandemic to exert itself in the South ...,negative,-0.988322914
Latest COVID 19 patient is Tuk-tuk driver,4/6/2020,Health,"Two more COVID 19 patients were reported today, taking the total reported to 178 since the outbreak Director-General Hea...","Latest COVID 19 patient is Tuk-tuk driver Two more COVID 19 patients were reported today, taking the total reported to 178 since the outbreak Director-General Hea...",negative,-0.989608586
Sathosa spice packets have Pohottuwa symbol,4/6/2020,Political News,The Centre for Monitoring Election Violence (CMEV) has complained to the National Elections Commission about packets of ...,Sathosa spice packets have Pohottuwa symbol The Centre for Monitoring Election Violence (CMEV) has complained to the National Elections Commission about packets of ...,negative,-0.995761096
Sri Lanka Treasury yields fall at auction,4/6/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s Treasury bill yields fell at Wednesday’s auction eased with the 12-month yield falling 40 basis points t...,Sri Lanka Treasury yields fall at auction Sri Lanka’s Treasury bill yields fell at Wednesday’s auction eased with the 12-month yield falling 40 basis points t...,negative,-0.999458015
"Sri Lanka rupee at new low, bond yields fall",4/6/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka bond yields fell Monday and the while the rupee continued to slide in the one week forward market dealers said...,"Sri Lanka rupee at new low, bond yields fall Sri Lanka bond yields fell Monday and the while the rupee continued to slide in the one week forward market dealers said...",negative,-0.997386515
Navy brings sick passenger and Lankan crew member ashore from cruise ship,4/6/2020,Uncategorized,The navy has brought a Sri Lankan Chef who was aboard a cruise ship anchored off Colombo to shore as well as a German wo...,Navy brings sick passenger and Lankan crew member ashore from cruise ship The navy has brought a Sri Lankan Chef who was aboard a cruise ship anchored off Colombo to shore as well as a German wo...,negative,-0.841389
Sri Lanka tightens forex controls after printing money,4/6/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has tightened controls on foreign exchange outflows for three months as the rupee slid in the wake of rate cut...,Sri Lanka tightens forex controls after printing money Sri Lanka has tightened controls on foreign exchange outflows for three months as the rupee slid in the wake of rate cut...,negative,-0.982817888
Blanket curfew over the whole country for more than 50 hours,4/6/2020,Sri Lanka COVID 19,Sri Lanka heads into a countrywide curfew from tonight with all districts placed under restrictions until Thursday morni...,Blanket curfew over the whole country for more than 50 hours Sri Lanka heads into a countrywide curfew from tonight with all districts placed under restrictions until Thursday morni...,negative,-0.974392593
"Sri Lanka medical professional associations call for 1,500 RT-PCR tests per day",4/6/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka must increase its RT-PCR testing capacity to 1,500 tests per day, among other measures, to contain the spread ...","Sri Lanka medical professional associations call for 1,500 RT-PCR tests per day Sri Lanka must increase its RT-PCR testing capacity to 1,500 tests per day, among other measures, to contain the spread ...",negative,-0.976588488
Sri Lanka's Colombo tea auction goes online amid Coronavirus curfew,4/6/2020,Commodities,Sri Lanka's Colombo Tea Traders Association and Ceylon Chamber of Commerce which had conducted a physical auction for ov...,Sri Lanka's Colombo tea auction goes online amid Coronavirus curfew Sri Lanka's Colombo Tea Traders Association and Ceylon Chamber of Commerce which had conducted a physical auction for ov...,negative,-0.997706294
Asian markets lifted by hopes on virus but oil in retreat,4/6/2020,International news,"Asian markets rose Monday as some of the world's worst-hit countries reported falling death rates, providing some much-n...","Asian markets lifted by hopes on virus but oil in retreat Asian markets rose Monday as some of the world's worst-hit countries reported falling death rates, providing some much-n...",negative,-0.998174191
Virus tide turns in Europe as US girds for 'Pearl Harbor' moment,4/6/2020,International news,Europe's hardest-hit nations saw some tentative signs of hope in the fight against the coronavirus Monday but the United...,Virus tide turns in Europe as US girds for 'Pearl Harbor' moment Europe's hardest-hit nations saw some tentative signs of hope in the fight against the coronavirus Monday but the United...,negative,-0.963466287
"Sri Lanka rupee bond yields fall after rate cut, sovereign yields up",4/6/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee bond yields fell at open after a rate cut, sovereign bond yields were up, and there were no two way qu...","Sri Lanka rupee bond yields fall after rate cut, sovereign yields up Sri Lanka's rupee bond yields fell at open after a rate cut, sovereign bond yields were up, and there were no two way qu...",negative,-0.99596858
Sri Lanka sovereign bond yield reversal ends after rate cut,4/6/2020,Bonds & Forex,Yields on Sri Lanka's sovereign bonds which fell sharply from record lows after Treasury Secretary S R Attygalle said th...,Sri Lanka sovereign bond yield reversal ends after rate cut Yields on Sri Lanka's sovereign bonds which fell sharply from record lows after Treasury Secretary S R Attygalle said th...,negative,-0.99916923
Sri Lanka makes fresh helicopter drop of liquidity as nation fights off Coronavirus,4/6/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has made another helicopter drop of cash pushing up excess money in the banking system with monetary instabili...,Sri Lanka makes fresh helicopter drop of liquidity as nation fights off Coronavirus Sri Lanka has made another helicopter drop of cash pushing up excess money in the banking system with monetary instabili...,negative,-0.744929254
Total infected with COVID 19 up to 175,4/5/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's health authorities are reporting nine new cases of COVID 19 raising the total infected since the outbreak to...,Total infected with COVID 19 up to 175 Sri Lanka's health authorities are reporting nine new cases of COVID 19 raising the total infected since the outbreak to...,negative,-0.702261806
Social Media crackdown: woman who posted false content arrested,4/5/2020,Health,Police have arrested a woman in the Panadura area for allegedly posting malicious content on Social Media with regards t...,Social Media crackdown: woman who posted false content arrested Police have arrested a woman in the Panadura area for allegedly posting malicious content on Social Media with regards t...,negative,-0.998155892
"Sri Lanka GMOA urges Coronavirus rapid tests for 27,000 contacts to quell Covid-19, count 171",4/5/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's Government Medical Officers Association has urged the Health Ministry to screen contacts of confirmed patien...,"Sri Lanka GMOA urges Coronavirus rapid tests for 27,000 contacts to quell Covid-19, count 171 Sri Lanka's Government Medical Officers Association has urged the Health Ministry to screen contacts of confirmed patien...",negative,-0.967775702
"Sri Lanka Coronarus curfew to continue, break for most districts Monday",4/5/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has declared another work-from-week from Monday April 06, while curfew will be lifted in most districts from 0...","Sri Lanka Coronarus curfew to continue, break for most districts Monday Sri Lanka has declared another work-from-week from Monday April 06, while curfew will be lifted in most districts from 0...",negative,-0.96667105
"Vietnam smashes Coronavirus to save elderly patients, deploys ECMO machines against SARS-Cov-2",4/5/2020,Health,"Taking the battle against Coronavirus to a new level, doctors in Vietnam have deployed heart-lung machines to oxygenate ...","Vietnam smashes Coronavirus to save elderly patients, deploys ECMO machines against SARS-Cov-2 Taking the battle against Coronavirus to a new level, doctors in Vietnam have deployed heart-lung machines to oxygenate ...",positive,0.623895228
Sri Lanka Coronavirus curfew loosening mulled after New Year,4/5/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka is mulling the relaxation of some Coronavirus restrictions in less risky areas after an April New Year season,...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus curfew loosening mulled after New Year Sri Lanka is mulling the relaxation of some Coronavirus restrictions in less risky areas after an April New Year season,...",negative,-0.942507267
Government:  No total lockdown but current restrictions to continue over New Year,4/5/2020,Health,The authorities will not enforce a total lockdown but the current restrictions imposed on travel will remain until the e...,Government:  No total lockdown but current restrictions to continue over New Year The authorities will not enforce a total lockdown but the current restrictions imposed on travel will remain until the e...,negative,-0.971235514
Sri Lanka starts 1390 Coronavirus hotline to call for Covid-19 symptoms,4/5/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is starting a hotline with the number 1390 for those with symptoms similar to Coronavirus to call which will b...,Sri Lanka starts 1390 Coronavirus hotline to call for Covid-19 symptoms Sri Lanka is starting a hotline with the number 1390 for those with symptoms similar to Coronavirus to call which will b...,negative,-0.992451608
Sri Lanka Coronavirus arrival ban at airports extended indefinitely,4/4/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has extended a ban on arriving passengers at the island's airports indefinitely, though cargo, departing and t...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus arrival ban at airports extended indefinitely Sri Lanka has extended a ban on arriving passengers at the island's airports indefinitely, though cargo, departing and t...",negative,-0.978763938
63% Sri Lankans don't think COVID-19 will spread into their area: Vanguard survey,4/4/2020,Health,"Some 63% of Sri Lankans do not think that COVID-19 will spread into their areas, a survey showed.","63% Sri Lankans don't think COVID-19 will spread into their area: Vanguard survey Some 63% of Sri Lankans do not think that COVID-19 will spread into their areas, a survey showed.",negative,-0.986088991
Sri Lanka government looks beyond current crisis to source export markets,4/4/2020,Business,The Ministry of Foreign Relations through its Mission network and in collaboration with the Export Development Board (ED...,Sri Lanka government looks beyond current crisis to source export markets The Ministry of Foreign Relations through its Mission network and in collaboration with the Export Development Board (ED...,positive,0.985687971
Vietnam Coronavirus research re-defines contact tracing strategy as Sri Lanka expands Covid-19 testi...,4/4/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has expanded Coronavirus tests leading to several new patients being found officials said, as Vietnam research...","Vietnam Coronavirus research re-defines contact tracing strategy as Sri Lanka expands Covid-19 testi... Sri Lanka has expanded Coronavirus tests leading to several new patients being found officials said, as Vietnam research...",negative,-0.963219583
"Sri Lanka Ports Authority gives Covid-19 hotlines to shippers, asks to take away containers",4/4/2020,Logistics, Sri Lanka's Ports Authority has asked importers to take away containers cleared by customs quickly and said concessions...,"Sri Lanka Ports Authority gives Covid-19 hotlines to shippers, asks to take away containers  Sri Lanka's Ports Authority has asked importers to take away containers cleared by customs quickly and said concessions...",negative,-0.981364667
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus patient gives birth, 40s Covid-19 patient dies",4/4/2020,Health,"A pregnant Coronavirus patient had given birth in Sri Lanka, the head of Sri Lanka's health service Anil Jasinghe said.","Sri Lanka Coronavirus patient gives birth, 40s Covid-19 patient dies A pregnant Coronavirus patient had given birth in Sri Lanka, the head of Sri Lanka's health service Anil Jasinghe said.",negative,-0.983287454
Sri Lanka COVID19 cases reaches 159 as eight new confirmed cases are found,4/4/2020,Health,Sri Lanka relaxed some rules for curfew bound regions in the country as eight more confirmed cases were found Friday bri...,Sri Lanka COVID19 cases reaches 159 as eight new confirmed cases are found Sri Lanka relaxed some rules for curfew bound regions in the country as eight more confirmed cases were found Friday bri...,negative,-0.727082729
Jasinghe asked media not to reveal ethnicities of COVID 19 patients,4/3/2020,Human Rights,The government is warning the media and those posting on social media that creating a negative opinion about those infec...,Jasinghe asked media not to reveal ethnicities of COVID 19 patients The government is warning the media and those posting on social media that creating a negative opinion about those infec...,negative,-0.991723955
"Sri Lanka bond yields edge up, rupee at new historic low",4/3/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka bond yields edged up at the close while the rupee traded while the rupee hit a new historic low in forward mar...,"Sri Lanka bond yields edge up, rupee at new historic low Sri Lanka bond yields edged up at the close while the rupee traded while the rupee hit a new historic low in forward mar...",negative,-0.952070117
Udayanga Weeratunge to be bailed out in MIG case,4/3/2020,Uncategorized,Udayanga Weeratunge the former Ambassador now charged in connection with the allegedly fraudulent purchase of MIG fighte...,Udayanga Weeratunge to be bailed out in MIG case Udayanga Weeratunge the former Ambassador now charged in connection with the allegedly fraudulent purchase of MIG fighte...,negative,-0.996711016
Coronavirus to cost Sri Lanka 1.5-pct of GDP in 2020: ADB,4/3/2020,Economy,"An going Coronavirus epidemic may cost Sri Lanka up to 1.5 percent in economic growth in 2020, the Asian Development Ban...","Coronavirus to cost Sri Lanka 1.5-pct of GDP in 2020: ADB An going Coronavirus epidemic may cost Sri Lanka up to 1.5 percent in economic growth in 2020, the Asian Development Ban...",negative,-0.991419792
Sri Lanka cuts policy rates as rupee falls to new low,4/3/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has cut its policy corridor by 25 basis points taking the rate at which liquidity is injected to 7.0 percent a...,Sri Lanka cuts policy rates as rupee falls to new low Sri Lanka has cut its policy corridor by 25 basis points taking the rate at which liquidity is injected to 7.0 percent a...,negative,-0.998075128
Sri Lanka's total COVID-19 cases at 151; officials say 225 tested yesterday,4/3/2020,Health,"With one new patient confirmed today, Sri Lanka’s number of confirmed COVID-19 cases has risen to 151 as of 5.15pm.","Sri Lanka's total COVID-19 cases at 151; officials say 225 tested yesterday With one new patient confirmed today, Sri Lanka’s number of confirmed COVID-19 cases has risen to 151 as of 5.15pm.",negative,-0.662008286
Sri Lanka digitally signs World Bank credit to fight Coronavirus,4/3/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has signed a 128.6 million US dollar credit to help its fight against Coronavirus with the country aggressivel...,Sri Lanka digitally signs World Bank credit to fight Coronavirus Sri Lanka has signed a 128.6 million US dollar credit to help its fight against Coronavirus with the country aggressivel...,negative,-0.982661664
Sri Lanka : Amnesty wants Muslims’ rights respected,4/3/2020,Human Rights,Sri Lanka’s authorities are being slammed by Amnesty International for not respecting the rights of religious minoriti...,Sri Lanka : Amnesty wants Muslims’ rights respected Sri Lanka’s authorities are being slammed by Amnesty International for not respecting the rights of religious minoriti...,negative,-0.997937739
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases linked to 19 places, police urge full Covid-19 disclosure",4/3/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's 151 confirmed Coronavirus cases have been linked to patients directly or indirectly linked to patients found...,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases linked to 19 places, police urge full Covid-19 disclosure Sri Lanka's 151 confirmed Coronavirus cases have been linked to patients directly or indirectly linked to patients found...",negative,-0.973149717
Sri Lanka bond yields open flat,4/3/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka bonds opened flat while there were no two way quotes for the rupee in forex markets, after closing weaker Thur...","Sri Lanka bond yields open flat Sri Lanka bonds opened flat while there were no two way quotes for the rupee in forex markets, after closing weaker Thur...",negative,-0.998352408
World Bank approves USD 128 million COVID-19 support for Sri Lanka,4/3/2020,Health,The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors approved yesterday a USD 128.6 million Sri Lanka COVID-19 Emergency Resp...,World Bank approves USD 128 million COVID-19 support for Sri Lanka The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors approved yesterday a USD 128.6 million Sri Lanka COVID-19 Emergency Resp...,positive,0.936573923
Three injured when police shoot speeding car amid COVID-19 curfew,4/3/2020,Crime,Three persons were injured when police opened fire at a speeding car in Egodauyana last night when it had failed to heed...,Three injured when police shoot speeding car amid COVID-19 curfew Three persons were injured when police opened fire at a speeding car in Egodauyana last night when it had failed to heed...,negative,-0.996914268
Sri Lanka finance companies pressured by Coronavirus: Fitch,4/3/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's Finance and Leasing Companies (FLCs) which had seen a spike in bad loans would be further pressured by Coron...,Sri Lanka finance companies pressured by Coronavirus: Fitch Sri Lanka's Finance and Leasing Companies (FLCs) which had seen a spike in bad loans would be further pressured by Coron...,negative,-0.999127805
"Sri Lanka aims for Coronavirus infections below 500, wider testing amid Covid-19 curfews",4/3/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is aiming to keep Coronavirus infections below 500 in April with restrictions on the movement of people and br...,"Sri Lanka aims for Coronavirus infections below 500, wider testing amid Covid-19 curfews Sri Lanka is aiming to keep Coronavirus infections below 500 in April with restrictions on the movement of people and br...",negative,-0.99749738
"Global virus cases top a million as Spain, Britain see record deaths",4/3/2020,International news,"Confirmed coronavirus cases around the world topped one million on Thursday and the number of deaths soared past 50,000 ...","Global virus cases top a million as Spain, Britain see record deaths Confirmed coronavirus cases around the world topped one million on Thursday and the number of deaths soared past 50,000 ...",positive,0.518379629
Sri Lanka details terms of Rs50bn central bank re-financed Coronavirus facility,4/3/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank has detailed the use of a 50 billion rupee facility for Coronavirus hit business set up along t...,Sri Lanka details terms of Rs50bn central bank re-financed Coronavirus facility Sri Lanka's central bank has detailed the use of a 50 billion rupee facility for Coronavirus hit business set up along t...,negative,-0.992357254
Sri Lanka records fourth fatality as COVID 19 cases top 150,4/2/2020,Health,"A 58-year-old man who succumbed to severe pneumonia is Sri Lanka's fourth victim of the COVID 19 virus, an official gove...","Sri Lanka records fourth fatality as COVID 19 cases top 150 A 58-year-old man who succumbed to severe pneumonia is Sri Lanka's fourth victim of the COVID 19 virus, an official gove...",negative,-0.995968461
"SriLankan Airlines to slash staff pay, defer payments as Coronavirus grounds fleet",4/2/2020,Aviation,State-run SriLankan Airlines said it will slash staff pay and negotiate deferred payments from suppliers with the fleet ...,"SriLankan Airlines to slash staff pay, defer payments as Coronavirus grounds fleet State-run SriLankan Airlines said it will slash staff pay and negotiate deferred payments from suppliers with the fleet ...",negative,-0.997623503
Duterte tells Philippine police to shoot dead lockdown troublemakers,4/2/2020,International news,"Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has told security forces they should shoot dead anyone causing ""trouble"" in areas l...","Duterte tells Philippine police to shoot dead lockdown troublemakers Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has told security forces they should shoot dead anyone causing ""trouble"" in areas l...",negative,-0.990122497
Sajith wants more COVID 19 tests done,4/2/2020,Health,Former Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa is proposing that the government extend the number of tests done to ide...,Sajith wants more COVID 19 tests done Former Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa is proposing that the government extend the number of tests done to ide...,negative,-0.999164701
"Police deny reports of ""total lockdown"" from 10th",4/2/2020,Law and Order,"Police are denying social media reports that the country will be in ""total lockdown"" from April 10 to April 15, where al...","Police deny reports of ""total lockdown"" from 10th Police are denying social media reports that the country will be in ""total lockdown"" from April 10 to April 15, where al...",negative,-0.983958364
"Sri Lanka appeals for forex inflows to combat COVID-19, lifts inward restrictions",4/2/2020,Monetary,Sri Lanka has relaxed all restrictions on foreign currency inflows while its Central Bank issued a global appeal to Sri ...,"Sri Lanka appeals for forex inflows to combat COVID-19, lifts inward restrictions Sri Lanka has relaxed all restrictions on foreign currency inflows while its Central Bank issued a global appeal to Sri ...",positive,0.96157521
"Sri Lanka to control imports except oil and medicines, grow vegetables: Minister",4/2/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka will ban all non-essential imports except for fuel and medicine and launch a drive to grow vegetables, Co-cab...","Sri Lanka to control imports except oil and medicines, grow vegetables: Minister  Sri Lanka will ban all non-essential imports except for fuel and medicine and launch a drive to grow vegetables, Co-cab...",negative,-0.923787355
Yara Technologies develops platform for schools to communicate with parent,4/2/2020,ICT," Yara Technologies, a Colombo-based start-up it had launched an online platform that connects schools and pre-schools wi...","Yara Technologies develops platform for schools to communicate with parent  Yara Technologies, a Colombo-based start-up it had launched an online platform that connects schools and pre-schools wi...",positive,0.976048291
Sri Lanka hunting Covid-19 contacts in Malindo Air flight as Coronavirus toll climbs,4/2/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka is searching for 36 passengers who had arrived in Sri Lanka in Malindo Air 0D-185 flight on March 17, after on...","Sri Lanka hunting Covid-19 contacts in Malindo Air flight as Coronavirus toll climbs Sri Lanka is searching for 36 passengers who had arrived in Sri Lanka in Malindo Air 0D-185 flight on March 17, after on...",negative,-0.989515901
"Sri Lanka GDP grows 2.3-pct in 2019, fourth quarter 2.0-pct: Census Dept",4/2/2020,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's gross domestic product grew 2.3 percent in 2019, down from 3.3 percent a year earlier, the sta...","Sri Lanka GDP grows 2.3-pct in 2019, fourth quarter 2.0-pct: Census Dept ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's gross domestic product grew 2.3 percent in 2019, down from 3.3 percent a year earlier, the sta...",positive,0.755266964
Parts of Colombo in lockdown as third person dies of COVID 19,4/2/2020,Health,"ECONOMYNEXT - COVID 19 claimed its third victim, a 72-year old man from Maradana in central Colombo Wednesday night, mul...","Parts of Colombo in lockdown as third person dies of COVID 19 ECONOMYNEXT - COVID 19 claimed its third victim, a 72-year old man from Maradana in central Colombo Wednesday night, mul...",negative,-0.997092962
Sri Lanka Coronavirus patients go up to 146 on April 01,4/1/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's Coronavirus patients had gone up to by 03 persons to 146 by Apri01, the state information office said, and p...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus patients go up to 146 on April 01 Sri Lanka's Coronavirus patients had gone up to by 03 persons to 146 by Apri01, the state information office said, and p...",negative,-0.969923258
"Sri Lanka bond yields flat, rupee weaker",4/1/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka bond yields close flat, while forex markets showed sporadic activity in one week forwards and stock markets we...","Sri Lanka bond yields flat, rupee weaker Sri Lanka bond yields close flat, while forex markets showed sporadic activity in one week forwards and stock markets we...",negative,-0.999352396
SriLankan Airlines to stop outbound passenger flights from April 08,4/1/2020,Aviation,"State-run SriLankan Airlines said it will stop flying passenger flights from April 08 to April 21, due to restrictions i...","SriLankan Airlines to stop outbound passenger flights from April 08 State-run SriLankan Airlines said it will stop flying passenger flights from April 08 to April 21, due to restrictions i...",negative,-0.998366773
Sri Lanka facilitates free-of-charge online learning for state university students,4/1/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka’s state universities will allow students to follow their curriculum from home, free of charge, with the assi...","Sri Lanka facilitates free-of-charge online learning for state university students Sri Lanka’s state universities will allow students to follow their curriculum from home, free of charge, with the assi...",positive,0.991451681
Sri Lanka says will maintain zero default record as Coronavirus jitters hit sovereign bonds,4/1/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's will honor all debt commitments Treasury Secretary Sajith Attygalle said as the island's sovereign bond yiel...,Sri Lanka says will maintain zero default record as Coronavirus jitters hit sovereign bonds Sri Lanka's will honor all debt commitments Treasury Secretary Sajith Attygalle said as the island's sovereign bond yiel...,negative,-0.993730187
Sri Lanka extends visas of all foreigners till May 12 over Coronavirus,4/1/2020,Business,"The validity of all visas issued to foreigner in Sri Lanka will stand as extended till May 14, under an order issued by ...","Sri Lanka extends visas of all foreigners till May 12 over Coronavirus The validity of all visas issued to foreigner in Sri Lanka will stand as extended till May 14, under an order issued by ...",negative,-0.959109306
"Sri Lanka logistics, export, pharma biz get DIG police Coronavirus hotlines",4/1/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's acting police chief C D Wickremeratne has appointed senior police officials to clear problems faced by busin...,"Sri Lanka logistics, export, pharma biz get DIG police Coronavirus hotlines Sri Lanka's acting police chief C D Wickremeratne has appointed senior police officials to clear problems faced by busin...",negative,-0.527832806
Sri Lanka inflation falls in March 2020,4/1/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka's 12-month inflation fell to 5.4 percent in March 2020, from 6.2 percent in February helped by falling food p...","Sri Lanka inflation falls in March 2020  Sri Lanka's 12-month inflation fell to 5.4 percent in March 2020, from 6.2 percent in February helped by falling food p...",negative,-0.997963548
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus count at 143, attempted manslaughter charge mulled for Covid-19 control",4/1/2020,Health,"As Sri Lanka's Coronavirus count spiked by 21 to 143 on March 31, linked to several Covid-19 clusters police said person...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus count at 143, attempted manslaughter charge mulled for Covid-19 control As Sri Lanka's Coronavirus count spiked by 21 to 143 on March 31, linked to several Covid-19 clusters police said person...",negative,-0.998083234
Sri Lanka Development Bond auction sharply undersubscribed,4/1/2020,Bonds & Forex,A total of 11.93 million US dollars of Sri Lanka Development Bonds was sold at an auction where 220 million dollars of s...,Sri Lanka Development Bond auction sharply undersubscribed A total of 11.93 million US dollars of Sri Lanka Development Bonds was sold at an auction where 220 million dollars of s...,negative,-0.990233421
"Coronavirus the worst global crisis since WW II, says UN chief",4/1/2020,Health,"The coronavirus pandemic is the worst global crisis since World War II, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said Tuesd...","Coronavirus the worst global crisis since WW II, says UN chief The coronavirus pandemic is the worst global crisis since World War II, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said Tuesd...",negative,-0.999773324
"Sri Lanka confirmed Coronavirus cases spike to 142, more Covid-19 hospitals readied",3/31/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's confirmed Coronavirus cases spiked to 142, health ministry data showed, with the authorities preparing more ...","Sri Lanka confirmed Coronavirus cases spike to 142, more Covid-19 hospitals readied Sri Lanka's confirmed Coronavirus cases spiked to 142, health ministry data showed, with the authorities preparing more ...",negative,-0.978835583
Sri Lankans struggle to purchase vital drugs amid COVID-19 curfew,3/31/2020,Health,"With Sri Lanka’s confirmed COVID-19 cases rising to 132 today, curfew continues to be imposed on different parts of th...","Sri Lankans struggle to purchase vital drugs amid COVID-19 curfew With Sri Lanka’s confirmed COVID-19 cases rising to 132 today, curfew continues to be imposed on different parts of th...",negative,-0.98581624
"Sri Lanka bond yields close flat, rupee stronger",3/31/2020,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka bond yields close flat, while spot markets only showed sporadic activity and stock markets were closed on Cor...","Sri Lanka bond yields close flat, rupee stronger  Sri Lanka bond yields close flat, while spot markets only showed sporadic activity and stock markets were closed on Cor...",negative,-0.99838686
Sri Lanka’s UberEats partners Cargills and other business to distribute goods,3/31/2020,General Services,"UberEats Sri Lanka, a food delivery firm said it had partnered with a top retail chain and other businesses to deliver f...","Sri Lanka’s UberEats partners Cargills and other business to distribute goods UberEats Sri Lanka, a food delivery firm said it had partnered with a top retail chain and other businesses to deliver f...",positive,0.657168627
Sri Lanka COVID19 cases rises to 129 as 7 more cases are reported,3/31/2020,Health,The number of confirmed cases of COVID19 in Sri Lanka rose to129 today as seven more cases were reported officials said.,Sri Lanka COVID19 cases rises to 129 as 7 more cases are reported The number of confirmed cases of COVID19 in Sri Lanka rose to129 today as seven more cases were reported officials said.,positive,0.630019724
"Hakeem calls cremation of Muslim COVID19 victim ""reprehensible""",3/31/2020,Human Rights,"Sri Lanka Muslim Congress leader Rauff Hakeem is condemning the fact that the remains of a Muslim man, the second person...","Hakeem calls cremation of Muslim COVID19 victim ""reprehensible"" Sri Lanka Muslim Congress leader Rauff Hakeem is condemning the fact that the remains of a Muslim man, the second person...",negative,-0.995256603
Sri Lanka apparel exports to lose US$1.5bn as Coronavirus cripple buyers,3/31/2020,Apparel,Sri Lanka’s apparel industry is expecting to lose 1.5 billion US dollars’ worth of revenue between March to June as ...,Sri Lanka apparel exports to lose US$1.5bn as Coronavirus cripple buyers Sri Lanka’s apparel industry is expecting to lose 1.5 billion US dollars’ worth of revenue between March to June as ...,negative,-0.999742568
"Sri Lanka Red Cross trying to collect 100,000 PPE kits for health ministry",3/31/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's Red Cross in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Indigenous Medical Services is looking to collect 1...,"Sri Lanka Red Cross trying to collect 100,000 PPE kits for health ministry Sri Lanka's Red Cross in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Indigenous Medical Services is looking to collect 1...",negative,-0.98492384
Sri Lanka government departments issue Coronvirus hotlines,3/31/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's government departments have published telephone numbers, emails and officers for members of the public to co...","Sri Lanka government departments issue Coronvirus hotlines Sri Lanka's government departments have published telephone numbers, emails and officers for members of the public to co...",negative,-0.968262851
Sri Lanka among low rated emerging sovereigns facing rollover risk: Moody's,3/31/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is among several low rated emerging countries that are facing ""significant rollover risk"" amid currency deprec...","Sri Lanka among low rated emerging sovereigns facing rollover risk: Moody's Sri Lanka is among several low rated emerging countries that are facing ""significant rollover risk"" amid currency deprec...",negative,-0.994374037
Sri Lanka to begin sample Covid-19 testing to check community transmission of Coronavirus,3/31/2020,Health," Sri Lanka is planning to start sample testing of the population to check Coronavirus community transmission, health chi...","Sri Lanka to begin sample Covid-19 testing to check community transmission of Coronavirus  Sri Lanka is planning to start sample testing of the population to check Coronavirus community transmission, health chi...",negative,-0.90534097
Sri Lanka missions in South Asia in touch with citizens: Foreign ministry,3/31/2020,Political News,"Sri Lanka missions in South Asia are setting up mechanisms to be in touch with citizens in the countries, until they can...","Sri Lanka missions in South Asia in touch with citizens: Foreign ministry Sri Lanka missions in South Asia are setting up mechanisms to be in touch with citizens in the countries, until they can...",positive,0.998338461
"Sri Lanka vegetable prices fall and farmers in difficulties, price controllers not seen",3/31/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's farmers who could not sell vegetable complained in national television Monday days after a permit raj was ti...,"Sri Lanka vegetable prices fall and farmers in difficulties, price controllers not seen Sri Lanka's farmers who could not sell vegetable complained in national television Monday days after a permit raj was ti...",negative,-0.999298453
"Sri Lanka's second Covid-19 patient dies, total confirmed cases 122",3/30/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's second Coronavirus patient had died on Monday, the state information office said, while the total confirmed ...","Sri Lanka's second Covid-19 patient dies, total confirmed cases 122 Sri Lanka's second Coronavirus patient had died on Monday, the state information office said, while the total confirmed ...",negative,-0.998293459
"Sri Lanka relaxes capital buffer deadlines, bad loan rules on Coronavirus crisis",3/30/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's central bank said it relaxing loan loss provisions, capital enhancement deadlines and would also allow banks...","Sri Lanka relaxes capital buffer deadlines, bad loan rules on Coronavirus crisis Sri Lanka's central bank said it relaxing loan loss provisions, capital enhancement deadlines and would also allow banks...",negative,-0.936216891
"Sri Lanka says COVID-19 curfew decisions must only be taken at ""highest level"" of govt",3/30/2020,Health,"No decision regarding the imposition of curfew, the selection of localities to implement curfew or  the declaration of ...","Sri Lanka says COVID-19 curfew decisions must only be taken at ""highest level"" of govt No decision regarding the imposition of curfew, the selection of localities to implement curfew or  the declaration of ...",negative,-0.998050451
Sri Lanka current budget in surplus in Feb 2020 with helicopter drop 01,3/30/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's budget deficit for the month of February 2020 was almost in surplus with a 24 billion rupee central bank pro...,Sri Lanka current budget in surplus in Feb 2020 with helicopter drop 01 Sri Lanka's budget deficit for the month of February 2020 was almost in surplus with a 24 billion rupee central bank pro...,negative,-0.998773992
Sri Lanka police arrests two suspects over fake curfew-violation video,3/30/2020,Health,Two suspects were arrested in connection with a video that falsely claimed a mosque in Beruwala had violated Sri Lankaâ€...,Sri Lanka police arrests two suspects over fake curfew-violation video Two suspects were arrested in connection with a video that falsely claimed a mosque in Beruwala had violated Sri Lankaâ€...,negative,-0.996711016
"Sri Lanka receives USD 10,500 worth medical equipment from Sri Lankan expats in China",3/30/2020,Health,"A consignment of medical aid worth USD 10,500 donated by Sri Lankan expatriates in China for Sri Lanka’s medical staff...","Sri Lanka receives USD 10,500 worth medical equipment from Sri Lankan expats in China A consignment of medical aid worth USD 10,500 donated by Sri Lankan expatriates in China for Sri Lanka’s medical staff...",negative,-0.953114569
‘A Brewing Storm’: Economic Impact of COVID-19 on Sri Lanka,3/30/2020,Op-ed/Special Reports,Over a quarter of the world’s population is currently under movement restrictions. For the first time in recent human ...,‘A Brewing Storm’: Economic Impact of COVID-19 on Sri Lanka Over a quarter of the world’s population is currently under movement restrictions. For the first time in recent human ...,positive,0.626822054
"Sri Lanka bond yields up, forex markets not active amid fall",3/30/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bond yields went up Monday while there were no active quotes in forex markets, dealers said, with the rupe...","Sri Lanka bond yields up, forex markets not active amid fall Sri Lanka’s bond yields went up Monday while there were no active quotes in forex markets, dealers said, with the rupe...",negative,-0.999293327
"Coronavirus curfew lifted in parts of Sri Lanka amid surgical lockdowns, contact chasing",3/30/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has lifted curfew in most districts while the Western Province, Puttalam and Kandy till 1400hours Monday while...","Coronavirus curfew lifted in parts of Sri Lanka amid surgical lockdowns, contact chasing Sri Lanka has lifted curfew in most districts while the Western Province, Puttalam and Kandy till 1400hours Monday while...",positive,0.703655124
A COVID-19 Recession and Debt Shock in Asia and Sri Lanka: scenario analysis,3/30/2020,Op-ed/Special Reports,This scenario analysis is by Ganeshan Wignaraja is the Executive Director of the Lakshman Kadirgamar Institute of Intern...,A COVID-19 Recession and Debt Shock in Asia and Sri Lanka: scenario analysis This scenario analysis is by Ganeshan Wignaraja is the Executive Director of the Lakshman Kadirgamar Institute of Intern...,positive,0.932457209
Debate over constutionality of Sri Lanka's March-May 2020 mini-budget,3/30/2020,Economy,"A mini-budget from March to May 2020, drawn up by the Treasury purportedly under presidential powers is unconstitutional...","Debate over constutionality of Sri Lanka's March-May 2020 mini-budget A mini-budget from March to May 2020, drawn up by the Treasury purportedly under presidential powers is unconstitutional...",negative,-0.999423027
"Sri Lanka threatened by isolated Coronavirus cases, Covid-19 count 117",3/29/2020,Health,"Isolated cases of Coronavirus cases are still turning up from various locations posing a hidden threat, and the public s...","Sri Lanka threatened by isolated Coronavirus cases, Covid-19 count 117 Isolated cases of Coronavirus cases are still turning up from various locations posing a hidden threat, and the public s...",negative,-0.992064536
New probe into CID investigation of Easter attacks ordered,3/29/2020,PresPoll2020,The Acting IGP Chandana Wickramaratne has appointed two teams of investigators to look at whether there has been an inte...,New probe into CID investigation of Easter attacks ordered The Acting IGP Chandana Wickramaratne has appointed two teams of investigators to look at whether there has been an inte...,negative,-0.748972654
"Sri Lanka stock market closed on Monday over curfew, banks to run",3/29/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's stock market would be closed on Monday over a holiday, the Colombo Stock Exchange said, while bond markets a...","Sri Lanka stock market closed on Monday over curfew, banks to run Sri Lanka's stock market would be closed on Monday over a holiday, the Colombo Stock Exchange said, while bond markets a...",negative,-0.993499935
Sri Lanka merchandise exports down 3.6-pct in 2020 first two months,3/29/2020,Trade,"Sri Lanka's exports were down 3.6 percent to 1,931 million US dollars in the first two months of 2020, the island's Expo...","Sri Lanka merchandise exports down 3.6-pct in 2020 first two months Sri Lanka's exports were down 3.6 percent to 1,931 million US dollars in the first two months of 2020, the island's Expo...",negative,-0.99861896
CEB Engineers support Coronavirus hospitals,3/29/2020,Health,Engineers of Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board have provided medical equipment to hospitals designated to treat Coron...,CEB Engineers support Coronavirus hospitals Engineers of Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board have provided medical equipment to hospitals designated to treat Coron...,positive,0.76732105
"Sri Lanka apparel firms face uphill battle to make Coronavirus masks, million safety suites",3/29/2020,Apparel,Sri Lanka's apparel sector has turned their factories to make mask and protective equipment for frontline workers who ar...,"Sri Lanka apparel firms face uphill battle to make Coronavirus masks, million safety suites Sri Lanka's apparel sector has turned their factories to make mask and protective equipment for frontline workers who ar...",negative,-0.991432667
Sri Lanka should refund Rs500bn in EPF money holders after Covid-19 crisis: Cabraal,3/29/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka should return about 20 percent of Employees Provident Fund balance to holders after the Coronavirus pandemic e...,Sri Lanka should refund Rs500bn in EPF money holders after Covid-19 crisis: Cabraal Sri Lanka should return about 20 percent of Employees Provident Fund balance to holders after the Coronavirus pandemic e...,negative,-0.989818633
Atlas Axillia Coronavirus medical robot in trials at Sri Lanka hospital,3/29/2020,Health,"Atlas Axillia, a unit of Sri Lanka's Hemas group, said a medical service robot which can work at Coronavirus hospitals d...","Atlas Axillia Coronavirus medical robot in trials at Sri Lanka hospital Atlas Axillia, a unit of Sri Lanka's Hemas group, said a medical service robot which can work at Coronavirus hospitals d...",negative,-0.986551046
"Sri Lanka extends indefinite curfew to Kandy and Puttalam, Akurana under lockdown",3/29/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has extended an indefinite curfew to Kandy and Puttalam areas and put the town of Akurana under lockdown after...,"Sri Lanka extends indefinite curfew to Kandy and Puttalam, Akurana under lockdown Sri Lanka has extended an indefinite curfew to Kandy and Puttalam areas and put the town of Akurana under lockdown after...",negative,-0.981022537
Online medical consultations in Coroanvirus curfew by oDoc sri Lanka and Daraz,3/29/2020,Health,Online retailer Daraz said it had partnered with oDoc Sri Lanka an online medical consultation portal to allow its users...,Online medical consultations in Coroanvirus curfew by oDoc sri Lanka and Daraz Online retailer Daraz said it had partnered with oDoc Sri Lanka an online medical consultation portal to allow its users...,negative,-0.987211764
Sri Lanka's Arpico Insurance says medical and life cover extended to Coronavirus,3/29/2020,Finance,Arpico Insurance said its strong re-insurance allowed itto make the decision which was backed their chairman Sena Yaddeh...,Sri Lanka's Arpico Insurance says medical and life cover extended to Coronavirus Arpico Insurance said its strong re-insurance allowed itto make the decision which was backed their chairman Sena Yaddeh...,positive,0.988267839
"Sri Lanka in first Covid-19 death, new lockdown as Coronavirus count goes to 115 - Update",3/29/2020,Health,Sri Lanka recorded the first Covid-19 death as the country remained under curfews overnight and a restriction on foreign...,"Sri Lanka in first Covid-19 death, new lockdown as Coronavirus count goes to 115 - Update Sri Lanka recorded the first Covid-19 death as the country remained under curfews overnight and a restriction on foreign...",negative,-0.997725666
Qatar reports a Bangladeshi national as first virus death,3/29/2020,International news,"Qatar recorded its first death from the new coronavirus on Saturday, while confirmed infections rose by 28 to 590, the h...","Qatar reports a Bangladeshi national as first virus death Qatar recorded its first death from the new coronavirus on Saturday, while confirmed infections rose by 28 to 590, the h...",negative,-0.995307982
Sri Lanka extends partial airport closure till April 07 to fight Coronavirus,3/29/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka is extending a ban on arriving passengers by one week to April 07 from March 31, the island's Civil Aviation A...","Sri Lanka extends partial airport closure till April 07 to fight Coronavirus Sri Lanka is extending a ban on arriving passengers by one week to April 07 from March 31, the island's Civil Aviation A...",negative,-0.956499875
Europe's virus toll surges but Wuhan cautiously reopens,3/28/2020,International news,"The accelerating death toll from the coronavirus epidemic sweeping the globe surged past 20,000 in Europe on Saturday, w...","Europe's virus toll surges but Wuhan cautiously reopens The accelerating death toll from the coronavirus epidemic sweeping the globe surged past 20,000 in Europe on Saturday, w...",positive,0.890087008
"First Coronavirus patient dies in Sri Lanka, total Covid-19 count 113",3/28/2020,Health,"The first Coronvirus patient had died in Si Lanka on March 28, with the total confirmed in the country going up to 113, ...","First Coronavirus patient dies in Sri Lanka, total Covid-19 count 113 The first Coronvirus patient had died in Si Lanka on March 28, with the total confirmed in the country going up to 113, ...",negative,-0.937711775
"After Corona and Curfew: A soft landing, ‘herd immunity’ and an Easter memorial",3/28/2020,Opinion,"Them belly full but we hungryA hungry mob is an angry mobA rain a-fall but the dirt, it toughA pot a-cook bu...","After Corona and Curfew: A soft landing, ‘herd immunity’ and an Easter memorial Them belly full but we hungryA hungry mob is an angry mobA rain a-fall but the dirt, it toughA pot a-cook bu...",negative,-0.994393587
Probation Dept requests donors to Childrens' Homes to approach officials,3/28/2020,Uncategorized,Department of Probation and Child Care Services is seeking the assistance of the media and donors for the children who r...,Probation Dept requests donors to Childrens' Homes to approach officials Department of Probation and Child Care Services is seeking the assistance of the media and donors for the children who r...,negative,-0.989815116
SriLankan Airlines fighting Coronavirus battle with 95-pct fleet grounded,3/28/2020,Aviation, As airlines around the world are halting operations and airports are closing SriLankan Airlines is one of the few carri...,SriLankan Airlines fighting Coronavirus battle with 95-pct fleet grounded  As airlines around the world are halting operations and airports are closing SriLankan Airlines is one of the few carri...,negative,-0.98622185
Sri Lanka PM asks Covid-19 food delivery blocks to be cleared amid permit raj,3/28/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has asked police to remove impediments for food transport amid a Covid-19 c...,Sri Lanka PM asks Covid-19 food delivery blocks to be cleared amid permit raj Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has asked police to remove impediments for food transport amid a Covid-19 c...,negative,-0.997123063
Sri Lanka central bank to re-fiance Rs50bn in Coronavirus loans,3/28/2020,Banking, Sri Lanka will provide central bank re-finance up to 50 billion rupees for businesses hit by Coronavirus through a re-f...,Sri Lanka central bank to re-fiance Rs50bn in Coronavirus loans  Sri Lanka will provide central bank re-finance up to 50 billion rupees for businesses hit by Coronavirus through a re-f...,negative,-0.995827615
Sri Lanka village in Covid-19 lockdown as zero Coronavirus cases reported for second day,3/28/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has locked down a village South of the capital Colombo after a confirmed Coronavirus patient was found who had...,Sri Lanka village in Covid-19 lockdown as zero Coronavirus cases reported for second day Sri Lanka has locked down a village South of the capital Colombo after a confirmed Coronavirus patient was found who had...,negative,-0.988027692
Sri Lanka makes helicopter drops of new money despite soft-peg,3/28/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's central bank has made large helicopter drop style liquidity injections, despite the lack of a freely floatin...","Sri Lanka makes helicopter drops of new money despite soft-peg Sri Lanka's central bank has made large helicopter drop style liquidity injections, despite the lack of a freely floatin...",negative,-0.988681674
Sri Lanka asks expatriates to wait until Coronavirus is contained to return,3/27/2020,Legal,"Sri Lanka has asked overseas citizens to wait until Coronavirus is contained in the country to return, the President off...","Sri Lanka asks expatriates to wait until Coronavirus is contained to return Sri Lanka has asked overseas citizens to wait until Coronavirus is contained in the country to return, the President off...",negative,-0.999154568
Sri Lanka collecting info on students in South India amid COVID-19 outbreak,3/27/2020,Health,The Sri Lanka Deputy High Commission in Chennai announced earlier today that it is in the process of compiling details o...,Sri Lanka collecting info on students in South India amid COVID-19 outbreak The Sri Lanka Deputy High Commission in Chennai announced earlier today that it is in the process of compiling details o...,negative,-0.947147608
COVID19: A highly restrictive curfew may be counterproductive,3/27/2020,Op-ed/Special Reports,"A lockdown may certainly be warranted,  yet a highly restrictive and prolonged curfew may prove to be counterproductive...","COVID19: A highly restrictive curfew may be counterproductive A lockdown may certainly be warranted,  yet a highly restrictive and prolonged curfew may prove to be counterproductive...",negative,-0.996272326
Sri Lanka's overcrowded jails tense over COVID 19,3/27/2020,Law and Order,"Sri Lanka’s overcrowded prisons are constantly simmering with tensions, and the threat of COVID19 entering them has ra...","Sri Lanka's overcrowded jails tense over COVID 19 Sri Lanka’s overcrowded prisons are constantly simmering with tensions, and the threat of COVID19 entering them has ra...",negative,-0.982366681
"List of outlets delivering food, medicines in Sri Lanka during COVID-19 curfew",3/27/2020,Health,With the COVID-19 outbreak showing no signs of relenting and the government-imposed curfew continuing indefinitely in th...,"List of outlets delivering food, medicines in Sri Lanka during COVID-19 curfew With the COVID-19 outbreak showing no signs of relenting and the government-imposed curfew continuing indefinitely in th...",negative,-0.998452783
"Sri Lanka bond yields ease, rupee down",3/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s bond yields went down marginally Friday while the rupee closed around 191.50/192.25 in the one week forwar...,"Sri Lanka bond yields ease, rupee down Sri Lanka’s bond yields went down marginally Friday while the rupee closed around 191.50/192.25 in the one week forwar...",negative,-0.989358008
"Sri Lanka exempts ships from entry fees, demurrage, shippers from warehouse rents",3/27/2020,Logistics,"Sri Lanka has exempted ships calling at ports from entry charges and demurrage during a Coronavirus curfew, while shippe...","Sri Lanka exempts ships from entry fees, demurrage, shippers from warehouse rents Sri Lanka has exempted ships calling at ports from entry charges and demurrage during a Coronavirus curfew, while shippe...",negative,-0.977341712
Sri Lanka closes export industrial zones over coronavirus,3/27/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka has closed export industrial zones and sent workers home as part of efforts to fight the coronavirus pandemic,...","Sri Lanka closes export industrial zones over coronavirus Sri Lanka has closed export industrial zones and sent workers home as part of efforts to fight the coronavirus pandemic,...",negative,-0.902151883
Sri Lanka bans private pharmacies selling drugs during Coronavirus curfew,3/27/2020,Political News,Pharmacies and supermarkets in Sri Lanka which were selling goods on their premises during a Coronavirus curfew have bee...,Sri Lanka bans private pharmacies selling drugs during Coronavirus curfew Pharmacies and supermarkets in Sri Lanka which were selling goods on their premises during a Coronavirus curfew have bee...,negative,-0.997133017
Sri Lanka's Suwaseriya paramedic ambulances in coronavirus frontline,3/27/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's Suwaseriya Paramedic Ambulance Services have been in the frontlines of the anti-coronavirus battle, along wi...","Sri Lanka's Suwaseriya paramedic ambulances in coronavirus frontline Sri Lanka's Suwaseriya Paramedic Ambulance Services have been in the frontlines of the anti-coronavirus battle, along wi...",negative,-0.966234565
"Asian markets extend gains, dollar sinks on stimulus pledges",3/27/2020,International news,"Asian equities rallied again and the dollar extended losses Friday, with traders buoyed by government and central bank p...","Asian markets extend gains, dollar sinks on stimulus pledges Asian equities rallied again and the dollar extended losses Friday, with traders buoyed by government and central bank p...",negative,-0.978112161
GMOA says one COVID-19 carrier count infect 406 in one month,3/27/2020,Health,"Statistically, every patient infected with COVID-19 could transmit the virus to 406 others in one month, Sri Lanka’s G...","GMOA says one COVID-19 carrier count infect 406 in one month Statistically, every patient infected with COVID-19 could transmit the virus to 406 others in one month, Sri Lanka’s G...",negative,-0.995633066
Sri Lanka extends Feb-March VAT payments to April 30 over Coronavirus,3/27/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has extended a value added tax payment due from companies for the months of February and March 2020 up to Apri...,Sri Lanka extends Feb-March VAT payments to April 30 over Coronavirus Sri Lanka has extended a value added tax payment due from companies for the months of February and March 2020 up to Apri...,negative,-0.935975671
"Sri Lanka banks to face margin pressure,  outlook negative over coronavirus: Fitch",3/27/2020,Health,Ratings agency Fitch has revised Sri Lanka's banking sector outlook for 2020 to negative due to the coronavirus pandemic...,"Sri Lanka banks to face margin pressure,  outlook negative over coronavirus: Fitch Ratings agency Fitch has revised Sri Lanka's banking sector outlook for 2020 to negative due to the coronavirus pandemic...",negative,-0.999552548
"Sri Lanka extends Coronavirus curfews, work from home till Apr 03, to bottle Covid-19 with count at ...",3/27/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka extended a work from home period to April 03, and has slapped indefinite Coronavirus curfews on three district...","Sri Lanka extends Coronavirus curfews, work from home till Apr 03, to bottle Covid-19 with count at ... Sri Lanka extended a work from home period to April 03, and has slapped indefinite Coronavirus curfews on three district...",negative,-0.983886242
"Sri Lanka's Dialog offers extra data, credit and all channels on payTV during  Covid-19 crisis",3/26/2020,Environment,"Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata said it is offering extra data free, emergency credit, all channel on its payTV service, durin...","Sri Lanka's Dialog offers extra data, credit and all channels on payTV during  Covid-19 crisis Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata said it is offering extra data free, emergency credit, all channel on its payTV service, durin...",negative,-0.988935053
Contact Sri Lanka portal to help overseas Sri Lankans launched during Coronavirus crisis,3/26/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka's Foreign Ministry and the Information & Communication Technology Agency of Sri Lanka (ICTA) has launched an o...,Contact Sri Lanka portal to help overseas Sri Lankans launched during Coronavirus crisis Sri Lanka's Foreign Ministry and the Information & Communication Technology Agency of Sri Lanka (ICTA) has launched an o...,positive,0.988176644
Sri Lanka says a work-at-home period till April 03 as Coronavirus count goes to 104,3/26/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has declared a new 'work-at-home' period from March 30 to April 03 as part of measures to combat the spread of...,Sri Lanka says a work-at-home period till April 03 as Coronavirus count goes to 104 Sri Lanka has declared a new 'work-at-home' period from March 30 to April 03 as part of measures to combat the spread of...,negative,-0.992885053
"Central Bank of Sri Lanka, banks, Treasury, insurers essential services in Coronavirus curfew",3/26/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya has made Central Bank of Sri Lanka, commercial banks, insurances services and the Treasur...","Central Bank of Sri Lanka, banks, Treasury, insurers essential services in Coronavirus curfew Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya has made Central Bank of Sri Lanka, commercial banks, insurances services and the Treasur...",positive,0.538683236
Sri Lanka has to prepare a way forward strategy for a post-Covid19 era: Cabraal,3/26/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has to prepare for post a Covid-19 era, where the way the global economy works would change, Nivard Cabraal, S...","Sri Lanka has to prepare a way forward strategy for a post-Covid19 era: Cabraal Sri Lanka has to prepare for post a Covid-19 era, where the way the global economy works would change, Nivard Cabraal, S...",negative,-0.941661417
Sri Lanka public free to go without a mask: health ministry,3/26/2020,Health,"Members of Sri Lanka's public is free to go around without a mask amid a Coronavirus outbreak, as there was no scientifi...","Sri Lanka public free to go without a mask: health ministry Members of Sri Lanka's public is free to go around without a mask amid a Coronavirus outbreak, as there was no scientifi...",negative,-0.957871854
President pardons former Sri Lanka Army staff sergeant Sunil Rathnayake,3/26/2020,Human Rights,Former Sri Lanka Army Staff Sergeant R M Sunil Rathnayake who was sentenced to death in 2015 was granted a presidential ...,President pardons former Sri Lanka Army staff sergeant Sunil Rathnayake Former Sri Lanka Army Staff Sergeant R M Sunil Rathnayake who was sentenced to death in 2015 was granted a presidential ...,positive,0.827977777
Sri Lanka's PickMe Food pilots grocery delivery in Colombo with Sathosa,3/26/2020,Business, Sri Lanka's PickMe Food has partnered with the state-owned supermarket Sathosa to test deliver grocery packs from Wedne...,Sri Lanka's PickMe Food pilots grocery delivery in Colombo with Sathosa  Sri Lanka's PickMe Food has partnered with the state-owned supermarket Sathosa to test deliver grocery packs from Wedne...,negative,-0.98718667
"Sri Lanka to help 18,000 tourists return home in Coronavirus crisis",3/26/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka is ready to help an estimated 18,093 tourists return home either via scheduled flights which are still operati...","Sri Lanka to help 18,000 tourists return home in Coronavirus crisis Sri Lanka is ready to help an estimated 18,093 tourists return home either via scheduled flights which are still operati...",negative,-0.942244768
Sri Lanka has imported extra food from India for April season: Minister,3/26/2020,Health,Sri Lanka will not face any shortage of food items imported from India as a result of the three-week lockdown in place t...,Sri Lanka has imported extra food from India for April season: Minister Sri Lanka will not face any shortage of food items imported from India as a result of the three-week lockdown in place t...,positive,0.982772708
UK advises Britons in Sri Lanka to return as Coronavirus trigger airport closures,3/26/2020,Business,"United Kingdom has asked Britons in Sri Lanka and elsewhere to return in an ""exceptional travel advisory"" note, while th...","UK advises Britons in Sri Lanka to return as Coronavirus trigger airport closures United Kingdom has asked Britons in Sri Lanka and elsewhere to return in an ""exceptional travel advisory"" note, while th...",positive,0.985334635
Sri Lanka Treasury bill rates plunge to 4-yr low at auction,3/26/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasury bill rate fell 82 basis points on Wednesday from a week earlier to the lowest since Januar...,Sri Lanka Treasury bill rates plunge to 4-yr low at auction Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasury bill rate fell 82 basis points on Wednesday from a week earlier to the lowest since Januar...,negative,-0.999672651
Sri Lanka rubber industry calls for state support,3/26/2020,Agriculture," Sri Lanka's rubber producers, who export nearly 1 billion US dollars annually, is calling for state support during the ...","Sri Lanka rubber industry calls for state support  Sri Lanka's rubber producers, who export nearly 1 billion US dollars annually, is calling for state support during the ...",negative,-0.909572244
"Sri Lanka's HSBC gives Coronavirus relief to credit card, wholesale banking customers",3/26/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's HSBC, the largest foreign banks said it is giving relief to credit card customers, personal and wholesale cr...","Sri Lanka's HSBC gives Coronavirus relief to credit card, wholesale banking customers Sri Lanka's HSBC, the largest foreign banks said it is giving relief to credit card customers, personal and wholesale cr...",negative,-0.773398042
"Sri Lanka CB issues Coronavirus  relief order to banks on small biz, vehicles, loans",3/26/2020,Banking, Sri Lanka's central bank has issued directions for commercial banks to give a six month debt moratorium to for lease re...,"Sri Lanka CB issues Coronavirus  relief order to banks on small biz, vehicles, loans  Sri Lanka's central bank has issued directions for commercial banks to give a six month debt moratorium to for lease re...",negative,-0.988331497
Sri Lanka in zero new Coronavirus case day amid anti-Covid-19 curfews,3/26/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka recorded the first zero new Coronavirus case day on March 25, as the country was engaged in an intense battle ...","Sri Lanka in zero new Coronavirus case day amid anti-Covid-19 curfews Sri Lanka recorded the first zero new Coronavirus case day on March 25, as the country was engaged in an intense battle ...",negative,-0.989268839
"World Bank, IMF asks creditors to give Coronavirus relief to Sri Lanka, 75 others",3/25/2020,Economy,"Washington-based World Bank has together with the International Monetary Fund, asked creditor countries to suspend debt ...","World Bank, IMF asks creditors to give Coronavirus relief to Sri Lanka, 75 others Washington-based World Bank has together with the International Monetary Fund, asked creditor countries to suspend debt ...",negative,-0.990867853
Sri Lanka curfew break extended till 1400h Thursday - Jaffna Update,3/25/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka's President's office has released following time schedule for various districts in the country. ,Sri Lanka curfew break extended till 1400h Thursday - Jaffna Update Sri Lanka's President's office has released following time schedule for various districts in the country. ,negative,-0.707466006
"Coronavirus crisis: Prince Charles positive, a third of humanity in lockdown",3/25/2020,Health,Here are the latest developments in the coronavirus crisis:,"Coronavirus crisis: Prince Charles positive, a third of humanity in lockdown Here are the latest developments in the coronavirus crisis:",negative,-0.814723372
Sri Lanka asks for international debt relief on Coronavirus hit,3/25/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has asked international lending agencies to give debt relief for vulnerable nations as a Coronavirus pandemic ...,Sri Lanka asks for international debt relief on Coronavirus hit Sri Lanka has asked international lending agencies to give debt relief for vulnerable nations as a Coronavirus pandemic ...,negative,-0.98251456
GMOA issues warning to public: follow advice on COVID19 or face a calamity,3/25/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s state-sector union of Medical Doctors is warning that when the currently imposed restrictions are lifted t...,GMOA issues warning to public: follow advice on COVID19 or face a calamity Sri Lanka’s state-sector union of Medical Doctors is warning that when the currently imposed restrictions are lifted t...,negative,-0.99820137
"Sri Lanka police warns of ""hidden"" COVID-19 cases, requests limited lifting of curfew",3/25/2020,Health,"There may be more true, unconfirmed cases of COVID-19 in Sri Lanka than the official count indicates as there is a “hi...","Sri Lanka police warns of ""hidden"" COVID-19 cases, requests limited lifting of curfew There may be more true, unconfirmed cases of COVID-19 in Sri Lanka than the official count indicates as there is a “hi...",negative,-0.989055157
Why Sri Lanka does not advocate masks yet: touching it can get you Coronavirus,3/25/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's is not yet advising the public to wear masks but is asking to wash hands and not to touch the mouth nose or ...,Why Sri Lanka does not advocate masks yet: touching it can get you Coronavirus Sri Lanka's is not yet advising the public to wear masks but is asking to wash hands and not to touch the mouth nose or ...,negative,-0.980992019
Sri Lanka capital to give free food to low-income families hit by COVID19,3/25/2020,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka’s capital Colombo will today begin distribution 50,000 parcels of dry rations free of charge to city dweller...","Sri Lanka capital to give free food to low-income families hit by COVID19 Sri Lanka’s capital Colombo will today begin distribution 50,000 parcels of dry rations free of charge to city dweller...",negative,-0.897681773
"SriLankan Airlines, Colombo airport running lonely South Asia hub in Coronavirus battle",3/25/2020,Aviation,Sri Lanka's Colombo airport is facilitating daily and weekly flights allowing remaining tourists in the country to leave...,"SriLankan Airlines, Colombo airport running lonely South Asia hub in Coronavirus battle Sri Lanka's Colombo airport is facilitating daily and weekly flights allowing remaining tourists in the country to leave...",positive,0.974433005
"No tsunami threat from Kuril Island earthquake, small waves: PTWC",3/25/2020,Environment,US authorities in Hawaii has said that there is no further threat from an earthquake near Kuril Island off the cost of R...,"No tsunami threat from Kuril Island earthquake, small waves: PTWC US authorities in Hawaii has said that there is no further threat from an earthquake near Kuril Island off the cost of R...",negative,-0.552594125
"Tsunami warning for Russia, 1000 km around Kuril Islands",3/25/2020,Environment,"A hazardous tsunami warning had been issued for Russia and areas 1,000 kilometers of Kuril Island by American authoritie...","Tsunami warning for Russia, 1000 km around Kuril Islands A hazardous tsunami warning had been issued for Russia and areas 1,000 kilometers of Kuril Island by American authoritie...",negative,-0.983477056
"Sri Lanka, Vietnam in Coronavirus battle of wits to bust the Covid-19 bug",3/25/2020,Economy,"As the deadly Coronavirus is sweeping the globe and claiming the thousands of lives, Sri Lanka and Vietnam are waging a ...","Sri Lanka, Vietnam in Coronavirus battle of wits to bust the Covid-19 bug As the deadly Coronavirus is sweeping the globe and claiming the thousands of lives, Sri Lanka and Vietnam are waging a ...",positive,0.945379555
Grocery shopping in the time of corona,3/24/2020,Uncategorized,Two conflicting narratives emerged out of the apocalyptic grocery shopping spree this morning: One was of discipline and...,Grocery shopping in the time of corona Two conflicting narratives emerged out of the apocalyptic grocery shopping spree this morning: One was of discipline and...,negative,-0.958343625
Maldives rescue flight to evacuate citizens from Sri Lanka amid Coronavirus,3/24/2020,Aviation,Maldives is sending an aircraft to Sri Lanka to evacuates its citizens in the island as a Coronavirus pandemic is sweepi...,Maldives rescue flight to evacuate citizens from Sri Lanka amid Coronavirus Maldives is sending an aircraft to Sri Lanka to evacuates its citizens in the island as a Coronavirus pandemic is sweepi...,negative,-0.995399773
Sri Lanka Air Force says no aerial spraying of Coronavirus disinfectant,3/24/2020,Aviation, Sri Lanka Air Force has no plans to spray disinfectant from the Tuesday night as claimed messages circulated through so...,Sri Lanka Air Force says no aerial spraying of Coronavirus disinfectant  Sri Lanka Air Force has no plans to spray disinfectant from the Tuesday night as claimed messages circulated through so...,negative,-0.997084796
Sri Lanka issues COVID-19 guidelines for its elderly,3/24/2020,Health,Sri Lanka issued a set of guidelines to its elderly citizens today on how to protect themselves from the COVID-19 pandem...,Sri Lanka issues COVID-19 guidelines for its elderly Sri Lanka issued a set of guidelines to its elderly citizens today on how to protect themselves from the COVID-19 pandem...,negative,-0.638788044
Sri Lanka mulls releasing prisoners in Coronavirus battle,3/24/2020,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed a committee to look into way to release people who have been jail...,Sri Lanka mulls releasing prisoners in Coronavirus battle Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed a committee to look into way to release people who have been jail...,negative,-0.664281309
Sri Lanka police say sorry to woman they included in a list of quarantine avoiders,3/24/2020,Law and Order,The police department is apologizing to a woman whose photograph appeared in a list released by the authorities on Monda...,Sri Lanka police say sorry to woman they included in a list of quarantine avoiders The police department is apologizing to a woman whose photograph appeared in a list released by the authorities on Monda...,negative,-0.995312452
"Sri Lanka's Coronavirus count reaches 101, indefinite curfew for high risk districts",3/24/2020,Health,Sri Lanka confirmed 100 Coronavirus carriers on Tuesday and an indefinite curfew was slapped after large crowds thronged...,"Sri Lanka's Coronavirus count reaches 101, indefinite curfew for high risk districts Sri Lanka confirmed 100 Coronavirus carriers on Tuesday and an indefinite curfew was slapped after large crowds thronged...",negative,-0.997181416
"Sri Lanka declares three districts as ""high risk"" for COVID19; organises home delivery of essentials",3/24/2020,Business,Sri Lanka has declared three districts including that of the capital Colombo as high risk for the spread of COVID19 and ...,"Sri Lanka declares three districts as ""high risk"" for COVID19; organises home delivery of essentials Sri Lanka has declared three districts including that of the capital Colombo as high risk for the spread of COVID19 and ...",negative,-0.964117289
SriLankan Airlines staff in national mission for Sri Lanka braving Coronavirus face discrimination,3/24/2020,Aviation,Staff of SriLankan Airlines who are flying aircraft braving a global Coronavirus epidemic keeping Sri Lanka connecting t...,SriLankan Airlines staff in national mission for Sri Lanka braving Coronavirus face discrimination Staff of SriLankan Airlines who are flying aircraft braving a global Coronavirus epidemic keeping Sri Lanka connecting t...,positive,0.760411441
Ex-Sri Lanka Air Force chief made Governor Western province,3/24/2020,Political News,"Former Sri Lanka Air Force Commander Roshan Goonetileke has been appointed the Governor of the Western Province, the off...","Ex-Sri Lanka Air Force chief made Governor Western province Former Sri Lanka Air Force Commander Roshan Goonetileke has been appointed the Governor of the Western Province, the off...",positive,0.939517379
"Peoples' Bank helping keep Sri Lanka energized in Coronavirus battle, ATMs, online banking urged: Ch...",3/24/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's state-run People's Bank said it is funding the country's energy utilities and key state enterprises, giving ...","Peoples' Bank helping keep Sri Lanka energized in Coronavirus battle, ATMs, online banking urged: Ch... Sri Lanka's state-run People's Bank said it is funding the country's energy utilities and key state enterprises, giving ...",negative,-0.883282185
Curfew time pushed back to 2 PM in seven districts including Colombo,3/24/2020,Law and Order,"There is considerable confusion in the Colombo, Gampaha and Puttalam Districts today as the scheduled time to re-impose ...","Curfew time pushed back to 2 PM in seven districts including Colombo There is considerable confusion in the Colombo, Gampaha and Puttalam Districts today as the scheduled time to re-impose ...",negative,-0.991400421
"Sri Lanka has food for several months says agri ministry, Coronavirus count 97",3/24/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has enough food for several months, the Ministry of Agriculture said, while urging people not to crowd around ...","Sri Lanka has food for several months says agri ministry, Coronavirus count 97 Sri Lanka has enough food for several months, the Ministry of Agriculture said, while urging people not to crowd around ...",negative,-0.960853219
"Sri Lanka's Prima Ceylon gives 222MT of wheat, poultry for Coronavirus quarantine drive",3/24/2020,General Industry,"Sri Lanka's Prima Ceylon, a unit of Singpapore based Prima group has donated over 220 ttonnes of wheat flour, chicken, s...","Sri Lanka's Prima Ceylon gives 222MT of wheat, poultry for Coronavirus quarantine drive Sri Lanka's Prima Ceylon, a unit of Singpapore based Prima group has donated over 220 ttonnes of wheat flour, chicken, s...",negative,-0.910784721
Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank says ready to help customers worst hit by COVID-19,3/24/2020,Banking,"Commercial Bank of Ceylon, Sri Lanka's largest private lender is ready to support  borrowers whose  cashflows would be h...","Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank says ready to help customers worst hit by COVID-19 Commercial Bank of Ceylon, Sri Lanka's largest private lender is ready to support  borrowers whose  cashflows would be h...",negative,-0.992577016
"Sri Lanka delays tax and debt collections, state to intervene in financial markets",3/24/2020,Consumer Affairs,Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa in a statement said a host of new relief measures to combat the COVID-19 coronav...,"Sri Lanka delays tax and debt collections, state to intervene in financial markets Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa in a statement said a host of new relief measures to combat the COVID-19 coronav...",negative,-0.859638691
First quarantined persons to be released as COVID19 total rises to 95,3/23/2020,Health,Sri Lanka will release some 350 people who were first to be quarantined for 14 days in the wake of the COVID19 pandemic ...,First quarantined persons to be released as COVID19 total rises to 95 Sri Lanka will release some 350 people who were first to be quarantined for 14 days in the wake of the COVID19 pandemic ...,positive,0.931791961
"Sri Lanka supermarkets limit basket size, customers respond in Coronavirus fight",3/23/2020,Business,Sri Lanka largest supermarket chains have outlined measures maintain social distance to fight a Coronavirus outbreak and...,"Sri Lanka supermarkets limit basket size, customers respond in Coronavirus fight Sri Lanka largest supermarket chains have outlined measures maintain social distance to fight a Coronavirus outbreak and...",negative,-0.762259722
Sri Lanka sets up special COVID-19 fund with open invitation for local & foreign donations,3/23/2020,Health,"A ‘COVID-19 Healthcare and Social Security Fund’ was set up today to contain the novel coronavirus outbreak, with a ...","Sri Lanka sets up special COVID-19 fund with open invitation for local & foreign donations A ‘COVID-19 Healthcare and Social Security Fund’ was set up today to contain the novel coronavirus outbreak, with a ...",negative,-0.743433535
Anti-Coronavirus arrival ban at Sri Lanka airports extended to March 31,3/23/2020,Aviation,Sri Lanka has extended an arrival ban at international airports till March 31 as part of measures to contain an outbreak...,Anti-Coronavirus arrival ban at Sri Lanka airports extended to March 31 Sri Lanka has extended an arrival ban at international airports till March 31 as part of measures to contain an outbreak...,negative,-0.979690075
Sri Lanka issues strict guidelines to be followed during temporary curfew lift,3/23/2020,Health,Sri Lanka issued strict guidelines to be followed tomorrow during the six-hour window in which the COVID-19 curfew will ...,Sri Lanka issues strict guidelines to be followed during temporary curfew lift Sri Lanka issued strict guidelines to be followed tomorrow during the six-hour window in which the COVID-19 curfew will ...,negative,-0.909573913
Sri Lanka COVID19: MR calls party leaders meeting at Temple Trees tomorrow,3/23/2020,Politics,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has called a party leaders'meeting at Temple Trees tomorrow morning to discuss the COVI...,Sri Lanka COVID19: MR calls party leaders meeting at Temple Trees tomorrow Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has called a party leaders'meeting at Temple Trees tomorrow morning to discuss the COVI...,positive,0.597014725
Sri Lanka's first COVID-19 patient discharged from hospital,3/23/2020,Health,"The first Sri Lankan to test positive for COVID-19 has been discharged from hospital following a full recovery, sources ...","Sri Lanka's first COVID-19 patient discharged from hospital The first Sri Lankan to test positive for COVID-19 has been discharged from hospital following a full recovery, sources ...",negative,-0.900037885
First Sri Lankan COVID 19 patient likely to be discharged after recovery,3/23/2020,Uncategorized,The first Sri Lankan to contract the COVID19 virus may be discharged from the National Institute for Infectious Diseases...,First Sri Lankan COVID 19 patient likely to be discharged after recovery The first Sri Lankan to contract the COVID19 virus may be discharged from the National Institute for Infectious Diseases...,negative,-0.996743679
Why we need to practise social distancing,3/23/2020,Health,"Statistically, every patient infected with COVID-19 could transmit the virus to 406 others in one month, Sri Lanka’s G...","Why we need to practise social distancing Statistically, every patient infected with COVID-19 could transmit the virus to 406 others in one month, Sri Lanka’s G...",negative,-0.994771898
Sri Lanka President pledges US$5mn to Modi's South Asia Coronavirus fund,3/23/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has pledged 5 million US dollars to a South Asian emergency fund for anti-Coroanv...,Sri Lanka President pledges US$5mn to Modi's South Asia Coronavirus fund Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has pledged 5 million US dollars to a South Asian emergency fund for anti-Coroanv...,negative,-0.94601953
Sri Lanka burial guidelines for COVID19 fatalities - updated,3/23/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is yet to record a death by the COVID19 disease but Judicial Medical Officers (JMO) across the country have be...,Sri Lanka burial guidelines for COVID19 fatalities - updated Sri Lanka is yet to record a death by the COVID19 disease but Judicial Medical Officers (JMO) across the country have be...,negative,-0.988521576
"Sri Lanka bans inter-district travel, curfew extended 3 days after break",3/23/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has banned persons from leaving their district and curfews to stop the spread of Coronavirus will continue aft...,"Sri Lanka bans inter-district travel, curfew extended 3 days after break Sri Lanka has banned persons from leaving their district and curfews to stop the spread of Coronavirus will continue aft...",negative,-0.990160704
"Sri Lanka president has powers to spend, fund Coronavirus fight: PM",3/23/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's President has constitutional powers to allocate funds for government activities as well as the fight against...,"Sri Lanka president has powers to spend, fund Coronavirus fight: PM Sri Lanka's President has constitutional powers to allocate funds for government activities as well as the fight against...",positive,0.862050295
Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange to have multiple 5-pct circuit breakers,3/23/2020,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange will have multiple trading halts in the future when an index hits each 5 percent leve...,Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange to have multiple 5-pct circuit breakers Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange will have multiple trading halts in the future when an index hits each 5 percent leve...,negative,-0.999305964
"Sri Lanka extends Coronavirus curfew, COVID-19 count 91",3/23/2020,Health, Sri Lanka is lifting a Coronavirus curfew in many areas of the country Monday morning for people to get groceries and b...,"Sri Lanka extends Coronavirus curfew, COVID-19 count 91  Sri Lanka is lifting a Coronavirus curfew in many areas of the country Monday morning for people to get groceries and b...",negative,-0.965054393
"Sri Lanka ramps up chloroquine output, public warned not to take as preventive drug",3/23/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has warned the public against taking Chloroquine, an-anti malarial drug which has been identified as a possibl...","Sri Lanka ramps up chloroquine output, public warned not to take as preventive drug Sri Lanka has warned the public against taking Chloroquine, an-anti malarial drug which has been identified as a possibl...",negative,-0.645327508
Sri Lanka bankers to use office IDs for work during Coronavirus curfew: police,3/23/2020,Banking,The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has asked commercial banks to be open at least two hours when curfew is lifted in m...,Sri Lanka bankers to use office IDs for work during Coronavirus curfew: police The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has asked commercial banks to be open at least two hours when curfew is lifted in m...,negative,-0.996258855
"As Coronavirus curfew lifts Sri Lanka retailers to restrict entry, limit panic buying",3/22/2020,Business,Sri Lankan supermarket chains will limit the number of customers entering stores in a move to control the spread of Coro...,"As Coronavirus curfew lifts Sri Lanka retailers to restrict entry, limit panic buying Sri Lankan supermarket chains will limit the number of customers entering stores in a move to control the spread of Coro...",negative,-0.997068822
Person who hosted Swiss Pastor infected with COVID19,3/22/2020,Health,Among the four new cases of COVID19 detected today in Sri Lanka is a person who associated with the Switzerland-based Ch...,Person who hosted Swiss Pastor infected with COVID19 Among the four new cases of COVID19 detected today in Sri Lanka is a person who associated with the Switzerland-based Ch...,negative,-0.992400169
Sri Lanka asks telecos to give emergency credit to keep in touch in Coronavirus fight,3/22/2020,Business,Sri Lanka has asked telecom companies to extend credit to customers with most people unable to settle bills or make pre-...,Sri Lanka asks telecos to give emergency credit to keep in touch in Coronavirus fight Sri Lanka has asked telecom companies to extend credit to customers with most people unable to settle bills or make pre-...,negative,-0.993884265
"Elections Commission tells parties  dont campaign, fight the virus",3/22/2020,Politics,The National Elections Commission is urging all politicians to suspend their election campaigns and concentrate on comba...,"Elections Commission tells parties  dont campaign, fight the virus The National Elections Commission is urging all politicians to suspend their election campaigns and concentrate on comba...",negative,-0.997476757
Sri Lanka extends curfew in the North as Coronavirus count rises to 82,3/22/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has extended curfew in five districts in the north of the island by another day after a Coronavirus patient wa...,Sri Lanka extends curfew in the North as Coronavirus count rises to 82 Sri Lanka has extended curfew in five districts in the north of the island by another day after a Coronavirus patient wa...,negative,-0.942413926
Chinese billionaire JackMa to give medical supplies to Sri Lanka to fight Coronavirus,3/22/2020,Political News,Chinese billionaire JackMa said a number of Asian nations including Sri Lanka would get medical supplies and ventilators...,Chinese billionaire JackMa to give medical supplies to Sri Lanka to fight Coronavirus Chinese billionaire JackMa said a number of Asian nations including Sri Lanka would get medical supplies and ventilators...,positive,0.913622558
"Sri Lanka airport allowing ferry flights, outbound passengers, cargo",3/22/2020,Tourism,"Sri Lanka's airport is open for outbound passengers and cargo, a top official said, amid report s that flights had been ...","Sri Lanka airport allowing ferry flights, outbound passengers, cargo Sri Lanka's airport is open for outbound passengers and cargo, a top official said, amid report s that flights had been ...",negative,-0.931005895
All Buddhist pilgrims in India brought home,3/22/2020,Culture,"All the Sri Lankan Buddhist pilgrims stranded in India because of the coronavirus outbreak have returned to Sri Lanka, t...","All Buddhist pilgrims in India brought home All the Sri Lankan Buddhist pilgrims stranded in India because of the coronavirus outbreak have returned to Sri Lanka, t...",positive,0.950693846
US fast-tracking antimalarials to treat coronavirus,3/22/2020,Health,"The US is fast-tracking antimalarial drugs for use as a treatment against the new coronavirus, President Donald Trump sa...","US fast-tracking antimalarials to treat coronavirus The US is fast-tracking antimalarial drugs for use as a treatment against the new coronavirus, President Donald Trump sa...",negative,-0.990836024
Nearly 300 curfew violators arrested,3/22/2020,Law and Order,Police are warning people in whose areas the curfew will be lifted on Monday to observe strict guidelines to minimize cl...,Nearly 300 curfew violators arrested Police are warning people in whose areas the curfew will be lifted on Monday to observe strict guidelines to minimize cl...,negative,-0.993106782
Police probe Anuradhapura prison riot as death toll increases,3/22/2020,Law and Order,Police have begun investigations into the alleged prison riot in the Anuradhapura jail that left two inmates dead and at...,Police probe Anuradhapura prison riot as death toll increases Police have begun investigations into the alleged prison riot in the Anuradhapura jail that left two inmates dead and at...,negative,-0.926939845
Sri Lanka's Coronavirus count goes to 78 with military medic,3/22/2020,Health,"New infections confirmed on March 21, were all from quarantine centres and one was a military medic Sri Lanka's army chi...","Sri Lanka's Coronavirus count goes to 78 with military medic New infections confirmed on March 21, were all from quarantine centres and one was a military medic Sri Lanka's army chi...",negative,-0.990188658
"Nearly one billion confined to homes as virus toll nears 13,000",3/22/2020,Health,Nearly one billion people around the world were confined to their homes Saturday as US states implemented stay-at-home o...,"Nearly one billion confined to homes as virus toll nears 13,000 Nearly one billion people around the world were confined to their homes Saturday as US states implemented stay-at-home o...",negative,-0.992931604
Sri Lankan hotels offer to set up quarantine facilities,3/22/2020,Business,"Three hotel chains in Sri Lanka; Cinnamon, Citrus and Serendib, have offered properties to be used as quarantine centers...","Sri Lankan hotels offer to set up quarantine facilities Three hotel chains in Sri Lanka; Cinnamon, Citrus and Serendib, have offered properties to be used as quarantine centers...",positive,0.578296959
Sri Lanka turning ex-Voice of America relay station into COVID-19 hospital,3/21/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka will turn the building of a former Voice of America relay station into a COVID-19 hospital, as part of efforts...","Sri Lanka turning ex-Voice of America relay station into COVID-19 hospital Sri Lanka will turn the building of a former Voice of America relay station into a COVID-19 hospital, as part of efforts...",negative,-0.98190856
Prisoner dead two injured in Anuradhapura prison,3/21/2020,Law and Order,"A prisoner is dead and two others injured in a shooting incident that occurred at the Anuradhapura Prisons, hospital sou...","Prisoner dead two injured in Anuradhapura prison A prisoner is dead and two others injured in a shooting incident that occurred at the Anuradhapura Prisons, hospital sou...",negative,-0.995969176
Sri Lanka parliamentary polls to be held after May 14,3/21/2020,Politics,"Sri Lanka’s Election Commission will set a date after May 14 to hold the upcoming parliamentary election, the Commissi...","Sri Lanka parliamentary polls to be held after May 14 Sri Lanka’s Election Commission will set a date after May 14 to hold the upcoming parliamentary election, the Commissi...",negative,-0.659394026
"Sri Lanka extends curfew in Colombo, Gampaha, Puttalam to Tue, Coronavirus count 77",3/21/2020,Uncategorized," Sri Lanka is extending a curfew in the Colombo, Gamapaha and Puttalam districts Tuesday but rest of the areas will get ...","Sri Lanka extends curfew in Colombo, Gampaha, Puttalam to Tue, Coronavirus count 77  Sri Lanka is extending a curfew in the Colombo, Gamapaha and Puttalam districts Tuesday but rest of the areas will get ...",negative,-0.944631279
Co-op stores to open soon as curfew is lifted,3/21/2020,Consumer Affairs,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has advised officials to ensure that food and other essential commodities are released ...,Co-op stores to open soon as curfew is lifted Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has advised officials to ensure that food and other essential commodities are released ...,positive,0.982777476
Cops nab curfew violaters,3/21/2020,Law and Order,"The Police have nabbed 62 people so far for violating the curfew, the Police Media Division said.","Cops nab curfew violaters The Police have nabbed 62 people so far for violating the curfew, the Police Media Division said.",negative,-0.993613064
Jaffna Philadelphia Church parishioners asked to self-quarantine after Pastor gets COVID19,3/21/2020,Health,The authorities in the northern city of Jaffna have asked all those who participated in a service in the Philadelphia Ch...,Jaffna Philadelphia Church parishioners asked to self-quarantine after Pastor gets COVID19 The authorities in the northern city of Jaffna have asked all those who participated in a service in the Philadelphia Ch...,negative,-0.981571376
"Opposition wants government to give Rs 10,000 each to poor families",3/21/2020,Politics,"The Opposition is calling on the government to grant the poorest of the poor in the country Rs. 10,000 per family so tha...","Opposition wants government to give Rs 10,000 each to poor families The Opposition is calling on the government to grant the poorest of the poor in the country Rs. 10,000 per family so tha...",negative,-0.9919613
Sri Lanka asks illegal returnees to come forward as 72 coronavirus cases confirmed,3/21/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka is appealing any returnee who had entered the country through unofficial channels to come forward promising no...,Sri Lanka asks illegal returnees to come forward as 72 coronavirus cases confirmed Sri Lanka is appealing any returnee who had entered the country through unofficial channels to come forward promising no...,negative,-0.997921169
Sri Lanka issues home quarantine guidelines to contain Coronavirus spread,3/21/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's Health Ministry has issued guidelines for people who are suspected to have come into contact with a Coronavi...,Sri Lanka issues home quarantine guidelines to contain Coronavirus spread Sri Lanka's Health Ministry has issued guidelines for people who are suspected to have come into contact with a Coronavi...,negative,-0.96141994
"Sri Lanka has food, fuel, follow advice of doctors and govt: PM",3/21/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has urged the public to follow the advice of doctors and the government, af...","Sri Lanka has food, fuel, follow advice of doctors and govt: PM Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has urged the public to follow the advice of doctors and the government, af...",positive,0.991195083
Sri Lanka makes mini-budget till May 2020 under Presidential powers,3/21/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has made a three month mini-budget running from March to May 2020, using constitutional powers given to Presid...","Sri Lanka makes mini-budget till May 2020 under Presidential powers Sri Lanka has made a three month mini-budget running from March to May 2020, using constitutional powers given to Presid...",negative,-0.973494828
Dambulla Mayor arrested for violating rules on public events,3/20/2020,Law and Order,Police today arrested the Mayor of the ancient city of Dambulla and produced him before a Magistrate for organizing a pu...,Dambulla Mayor arrested for violating rules on public events Police today arrested the Mayor of the ancient city of Dambulla and produced him before a Magistrate for organizing a pu...,negative,-0.958548605
Sri Lanka confirms over 70 Coronavirus cases,3/20/2020,Health,The number of confirmed cases of people infected with the COVID19 virus in Sri Lanka has risen to 70 as of today March 2...,Sri Lanka confirms over 70 Coronavirus cases The number of confirmed cases of people infected with the COVID19 virus in Sri Lanka has risen to 70 as of today March 2...,positive,0.968840539
Sri Lanka stocks close 6.22-pct down ahead of curfew,3/20/2020,Markets, Sri Lanka’s stocks plunged 6.22 percent down re-opening after a four day Coronavirus holiday and closing at 1200 noon...,Sri Lanka stocks close 6.22-pct down ahead of curfew  Sri Lanka’s stocks plunged 6.22 percent down re-opening after a four day Coronavirus holiday and closing at 1200 noon...,negative,-0.998359263
"Sri Lanka hospital ward closed, staff quarantined over Coronavirus patient: report",3/20/2020,Health, A hospital ward was closed and its entire staff was quarantined after a patient admitted for heart disease was found to...,"Sri Lanka hospital ward closed, staff quarantined over Coronavirus patient: report  A hospital ward was closed and its entire staff was quarantined after a patient admitted for heart disease was found to...",negative,-0.99475044
Sri Lanka sets up Coronavirus tourist hotline 1912,3/20/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka has set up a hotline for with a the short number 1912 for tourists in the island, the island's tourism promoti...","Sri Lanka sets up Coronavirus tourist hotline 1912 Sri Lanka has set up a hotline for with a the short number 1912 for tourists in the island, the island's tourism promoti...",negative,-0.987632751
Former Sri Lanka health minister calls for immediate lockdown; says COVID-19 cannot be treated like ...,3/20/2020,Health,"Calling for a total lockdown of the country to contain the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, former Health Minister Rajitha Sen...","Former Sri Lanka health minister calls for immediate lockdown; says COVID-19 cannot be treated like ... Calling for a total lockdown of the country to contain the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, former Health Minister Rajitha Sen...",negative,-0.998193085
Sri Lanka to buy US$760mn in chemical fertilizer,3/20/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers has approved the purchase of 760 million US dollars in chemical fertilizer from the wor...,Sri Lanka to buy US$760mn in chemical fertilizer Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers has approved the purchase of 760 million US dollars in chemical fertilizer from the wor...,positive,0.503011763
"Sri Lanka in lockdown-style Coronavirus curfew as count moves up, markets wobble",3/20/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka Friday announced lockdown-style curfews to cover the entire country, while island's Coronavirus count went to ...","Sri Lanka in lockdown-style Coronavirus curfew as count moves up, markets wobble Sri Lanka Friday announced lockdown-style curfews to cover the entire country, while island's Coronavirus count went to ...",negative,-0.995365381
"All Sri Lankans barring media, essential services personnel must remain indoors during curfew: IGP",3/20/2020,Uncategorized,All Sri Lankans barring media and essential services personnel must remain indoors during the island-wide curfew to be i...,"All Sri Lankans barring media, essential services personnel must remain indoors during curfew: IGP All Sri Lankans barring media and essential services personnel must remain indoors during the island-wide curfew to be i...",negative,-0.982567608
"Sri Lanka stocks down 11-pct amid Coronavirus fears, trading to stop at 1200noon",3/20/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks plunged over 11 percent measured by the Standard and Poor's SL 20 Index, in the biggest intra-day fal...","Sri Lanka stocks down 11-pct amid Coronavirus fears, trading to stop at 1200noon Sri Lanka's stocks plunged over 11 percent measured by the Standard and Poor's SL 20 Index, in the biggest intra-day fal...",negative,-0.995955884
Sri Lanka share trading halted as stocks plunge after Coronavirus holiday,3/20/2020,Markets,Trading in Sri Lanka's stock market was halted Friday after the market re-opened after almost a week of Coronavirus holi...,Sri Lanka share trading halted as stocks plunge after Coronavirus holiday Trading in Sri Lanka's stock market was halted Friday after the market re-opened after almost a week of Coronavirus holi...,negative,-0.999498844
Island-wide curfew from 6pm today,3/20/2020,Health,"Curfew will be imposed island-wide from 6pm today to Monday (23) 6am, the President's Office announced a short while ago...","Island-wide curfew from 6pm today Curfew will be imposed island-wide from 6pm today to Monday (23) 6am, the President's Office announced a short while ago...",negative,-0.984608233
"Italy overtakes China in virus deaths, Trump slams Beijing",3/20/2020,Uncategorized," Italy surpassed China on Thursday as the country with the most deaths from coronavirus as the UN chief warned ""millions...","Italy overtakes China in virus deaths, Trump slams Beijing  Italy surpassed China on Thursday as the country with the most deaths from coronavirus as the UN chief warned ""millions...",negative,-0.970713854
"Sri Lanka halts imports of cars, electronics, perfumes, after soft-peg pressure",3/20/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has halted the imports of cars, perfumes, tyres, footwear, airconditors, refrigerators, mobile phones, televis...","Sri Lanka halts imports of cars, electronics, perfumes, after soft-peg pressure Sri Lanka has halted the imports of cars, perfumes, tyres, footwear, airconditors, refrigerators, mobile phones, televis...",negative,-0.998933613
Sri Lanka stock exchange to re-open Friday,3/20/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange will be open from 1000 to 1300 hours on Friday after the government declared a six da...,Sri Lanka stock exchange to re-open Friday Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange will be open from 1000 to 1300 hours on Friday after the government declared a six da...,negative,-0.962918937
"Police curfew in Wattala, Ja-Ela as new COVID-19 patient found",3/19/2020,Health,"Police curfew has been imposed on the Wattala and Ja-Ela police divisions, effective from 10pm today until further notic...","Police curfew in Wattala, Ja-Ela as new COVID-19 patient found Police curfew has been imposed on the Wattala and Ja-Ela police divisions, effective from 10pm today until further notic...",negative,-0.995489061
Sri Lanka sovereign bond yields rise,3/19/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's sovereign bond yields have risen sharply over the two weeks, amid global volatility while rupee bond holders...","Sri Lanka sovereign bond yields rise Sri Lanka's sovereign bond yields have risen sharply over the two weeks, amid global volatility while rupee bond holders...",positive,0.995123446
"Sri Lanka central bank stops 'non-essential' imports, limits forex issue",3/19/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's central bank has controlled imports and limited the issue of foreign exchange for foreign travel amid pressu...,"Sri Lanka central bank stops 'non-essential' imports, limits forex issue Sri Lanka's central bank has controlled imports and limited the issue of foreign exchange for foreign travel amid pressu...",negative,-0.998119771
"Sri Lanka gilt yields edge up, rupee weaker",3/19/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s bond yields went up marginally Thursday while the spot market only saw sporadic activity with the rupee un...,"Sri Lanka gilt yields edge up, rupee weaker Sri Lanka’s bond yields went up marginally Thursday while the spot market only saw sporadic activity with the rupee un...",negative,-0.957768977
Sri Lanka biz chambers suggest COVID-19 strategies,3/19/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's Joint Chambers of Commerce has written to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa suggesting ways to overcome the curre...,Sri Lanka biz chambers suggest COVID-19 strategies Sri Lanka's Joint Chambers of Commerce has written to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa suggesting ways to overcome the curre...,positive,0.715572298
Gnanasara Thero's Nomination rejected,3/19/2020,Politics,Election officials have rejected the nomination papers of firebrand Buddhist Monk Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara who was plan...,Gnanasara Thero's Nomination rejected Election officials have rejected the nomination papers of firebrand Buddhist Monk Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara who was plan...,negative,-0.993367374
Health minister says Sri Lankans not taking COVID-19 seriously enough,3/19/2020,Health,"The Sri Lankan people don’t appear to be taking the COVID-19 public health crisis seriously enough, Health Minister Pa...","Health minister says Sri Lankans not taking COVID-19 seriously enough The Sri Lankan people don’t appear to be taking the COVID-19 public health crisis seriously enough, Health Minister Pa...",negative,-0.99634856
Sri Lanka brings back Buddhist pilgrims from India,3/19/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has flown back 700 Buddhists pilgrims from India while 871 were in India the foreign ministry said, despite th...","Sri Lanka brings back Buddhist pilgrims from India Sri Lanka has flown back 700 Buddhists pilgrims from India while 871 were in India the foreign ministry said, despite th...",positive,0.541707814
Deshapriya says only COVID19 can decide when we can hold the elections,3/19/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka’s Parliamentary General elections scheduled for April 25 has been indefinitely postponed due to the COVID19 ...,Deshapriya says only COVID19 can decide when we can hold the elections Sri Lanka’s Parliamentary General elections scheduled for April 25 has been indefinitely postponed due to the COVID19 ...,negative,-0.999275625
Sri Lanka elections postponed over Coronavirus,3/19/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka's independent elections commission had postponed general elections scheduled for April 25 as an epidemic of Co...,Sri Lanka elections postponed over Coronavirus Sri Lanka's independent elections commission had postponed general elections scheduled for April 25 as an epidemic of Co...,negative,-0.998547614
"Sri Lanka President okays funds for Covid-19 battle, troubled firms: Minister",3/19/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaska had released 64 billion rupees to government supplier including importers of dr...,"Sri Lanka President okays funds for Covid-19 battle, troubled firms: Minister Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaska had released 64 billion rupees to government supplier including importers of dr...",negative,-0.93933183
Sri Lanka's Coronavirus count up with 7 new confirmations,3/19/2020,Health, Sri Lanka's confirmed 7 new infections of COVID 19 Coronavirus had gone up to 59 with four new patients being confirmed...,Sri Lanka's Coronavirus count up with 7 new confirmations  Sri Lanka's confirmed 7 new infections of COVID 19 Coronavirus had gone up to 59 with four new patients being confirmed...,negative,-0.96329248
"Govt declares six-day work from home period for public, pvt sectors",3/19/2020,Health,The government is set to declare a six-day period of working from home for both public and private sectors from March 20...,"Govt declares six-day work from home period for public, pvt sectors The government is set to declare a six-day period of working from home for both public and private sectors from March 20...",negative,-0.903152525
Colombo stock exchange to be closed on Sri Lanka Coronavirus holidays: SEC,3/19/2020,Markets, Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange will follow government holidays declared to combat Coronavirus and remain closed on ...,Colombo stock exchange to be closed on Sri Lanka Coronavirus holidays: SEC  Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange will follow government holidays declared to combat Coronavirus and remain closed on ...,negative,-0.994355798
"Sri Lanka to fix fuel prices, build energy stability fund amid COVID-19 crude collapse",3/19/2020,Energy,"Sri Lanka to build a 200 billion rupee fuel price stability fund, by keeping oil prices fixed Minister Bandula Gunewarde...","Sri Lanka to fix fuel prices, build energy stability fund amid COVID-19 crude collapse Sri Lanka to build a 200 billion rupee fuel price stability fund, by keeping oil prices fixed Minister Bandula Gunewarde...",negative,-0.844391882
"Nivard Cabraal, Advisor to FinMin, on Sri Lanka Podujana Party list",3/19/2020,Political News,Senior Advisor to Finance Minister Nivard Cabraal has signed nominations papers to be on the national list of the Sri La...,"Nivard Cabraal, Advisor to FinMin, on Sri Lanka Podujana Party list Senior Advisor to Finance Minister Nivard Cabraal has signed nominations papers to be on the national list of the Sri La...",positive,0.992497861
Gnanasara and Rathana Theros contesting General Elections,3/19/2020,Politics,Firebrand Buddhist Monks Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara and Athureliye Rathana are both contesting the upcoming Parliamentary...,Gnanasara and Rathana Theros contesting General Elections Firebrand Buddhist Monks Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara and Athureliye Rathana are both contesting the upcoming Parliamentary...,positive,0.628909528
Sri Lanka's market closed over Coronavirus on March 19,3/19/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange is closed on March 19, 2020 over Coronavirus, and will not open, despite an earlier d...","Sri Lanka's market closed over Coronavirus on March 19 Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange is closed on March 19, 2020 over Coronavirus, and will not open, despite an earlier d...",negative,-0.99959749
Curfew lifted for Election Nominations to be handed over,3/19/2020,Politics,"The police curfew imposed on Puttalam, Chilaw and part of the Negombo district to prevent secondary transmission of the ...","Curfew lifted for Election Nominations to be handed over The police curfew imposed on Puttalam, Chilaw and part of the Negombo district to prevent secondary transmission of the ...",negative,-0.959357858
"Sri Lanka private hospitals to admit Coronavirus patients, do PCR test",3/19/2020,Environment," Sri Lanka's health ministry has issued guidelines for private hospitals to test patients for COVID19 Coronavirus, expan...","Sri Lanka private hospitals to admit Coronavirus patients, do PCR test  Sri Lanka's health ministry has issued guidelines for private hospitals to test patients for COVID19 Coronavirus, expan...",negative,-0.966800392
Sri Lanka gets US$500mn loan to help fight Coronavirus China says,3/18/2020,Economy,China and Sri Lanka had inked a 500 million dollar loan agreement which could be used to fight Coronavirus Beijing's emb...,Sri Lanka gets US$500mn loan to help fight Coronavirus China says China and Sri Lanka had inked a 500 million dollar loan agreement which could be used to fight Coronavirus Beijing's emb...,negative,-0.987211525
"Sri Lanka lifts taxes on masks, disinfectants in COVID-19 battle",3/18/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is removing taxes on imported masks and disinfectants to as demand increases due amid a Coronavirus epidemic, ...","Sri Lanka lifts taxes on masks, disinfectants in COVID-19 battle Sri Lanka is removing taxes on imported masks and disinfectants to as demand increases due amid a Coronavirus epidemic, ...",negative,-0.978615165
Sri Lanka asking foriegn countries to extend visas for Lankans stranded there,3/18/2020,International Relations,Sri Lanka is asking foreign governments to extend the visas of Sri Lankans currently visiting their countries and unable...,Sri Lanka asking foriegn countries to extend visas for Lankans stranded there Sri Lanka is asking foreign governments to extend the visas of Sri Lankans currently visiting their countries and unable...,negative,-0.992516577
"Harsha quits as UNP Treasurer, joins Sajith",3/18/2020,Political News,Former State Minister Dr Harsha de Silva is the latest of the high-profile United National Party leaders to throw in the...,"Harsha quits as UNP Treasurer, joins Sajith Former State Minister Dr Harsha de Silva is the latest of the high-profile United National Party leaders to throw in the...",positive,0.631259143
"Coronavirus: latest global developments as toll tops 200,000",3/18/2020,International news,"The new coronavirus has infected more than 200,000 globally since the beginning of the outbreak in December, according t...","Coronavirus: latest global developments as toll tops 200,000 The new coronavirus has infected more than 200,000 globally since the beginning of the outbreak in December, according t...",negative,-0.977140784
"Sri Lanka bond yields close lower, forex markets quiet",3/18/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bond yields were down on Wednesday and there was sporadic activity in forex markets around 185.80 levels, ...","Sri Lanka bond yields close lower, forex markets quiet Sri Lanka’s bond yields were down on Wednesday and there was sporadic activity in forex markets around 185.80 levels, ...",negative,-0.998719931
Sri Lanka orders quarantine for Royal-Thomian revellers,3/18/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s health authorities have ordered revellers at the Royal – Thomian “Big Match” to immediately isolate ...,Sri Lanka orders quarantine for Royal-Thomian revellers Sri Lanka’s health authorities have ordered revellers at the Royal – Thomian “Big Match” to immediately isolate ...,negative,-0.999526262
Sri Lanka bill yields fall across maturities at auction,3/18/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s treasury yields fell over 14 percent across all maturities at the weekly bill auction held on Wednesday, d...","Sri Lanka bill yields fall across maturities at auction Sri Lanka’s treasury yields fell over 14 percent across all maturities at the weekly bill auction held on Wednesday, d...",negative,-0.99903959
"Nightclubs, Betting Centres and Massage parlours closed, pleasure trips banned in new directive",3/18/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka government today banned all pleasure trips, pilgrimages and shut down nightclubs, massage parlours, Betting Ce...","Nightclubs, Betting Centres and Massage parlours closed, pleasure trips banned in new directive Sri Lanka government today banned all pleasure trips, pilgrimages and shut down nightclubs, massage parlours, Betting Ce...",negative,-0.991237044
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus toll rises to 51, mostly foreign returnees",3/18/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has confirmed 09 new Coronavirus cases on March 18, officials said, taking the total along with a Chinese woma...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus toll rises to 51, mostly foreign returnees Sri Lanka has confirmed 09 new Coronavirus cases on March 18, officials said, taking the total along with a Chinese woma...",negative,-0.586281896
Sajith calls for national unity to face the threat of COVID-19,3/18/2020,Health,Leader of Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Sajith Premadasa is calling for national unity to face the threat of COVID-19 whi...,Sajith calls for national unity to face the threat of COVID-19 Leader of Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Sajith Premadasa is calling for national unity to face the threat of COVID-19 whi...,negative,-0.954802334
Sri Lanka declares curfew to fight Coronavirus in Puttalam,3/18/2020,International Relations,Sri Lanka has declared police curfew in several areas in the Puttalam district a day after military chief said there wer...,Sri Lanka declares curfew to fight Coronavirus in Puttalam Sri Lanka has declared police curfew in several areas in the Puttalam district a day after military chief said there wer...,negative,-0.987993479
Sri Lanka limits transit in Colombo to six hours for air travellers,3/18/2020,Aviation,Sri Lanka has limited the transit time in Colombo for international passengers to six hours and asked international pass...,Sri Lanka limits transit in Colombo to six hours for air travellers Sri Lanka has limited the transit time in Colombo for international passengers to six hours and asked international pass...,negative,-0.990495443
CMEV says free and fair elections unlikely under current conditions,3/18/2020,Political News,The Centre for Monitoring Election Violence (CMEV) is calling for the postponement of the General Election which is scheduled t...,CMEV says free and fair elections unlikely under current conditions The Centre for Monitoring Election Violence (CMEV) is calling for the postponement of the General Election which is scheduled t...,negative,-0.995756447
"Sri Lanka forex markets inactive, bond yields down",3/18/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's forex markets were inactive for the second day with no activity in the spot market and sporadic quotes for t...,"Sri Lanka forex markets inactive, bond yields down Sri Lanka's forex markets were inactive for the second day with no activity in the spot market and sporadic quotes for t...",negative,-0.999641418
"US leads huge economic fightback against virus, EU shuts borders",3/18/2020,International news,The United States and Britain led a multi-billion-dollar global fightback against economic havoc wreaked by the coronavi...,"US leads huge economic fightback against virus, EU shuts borders The United States and Britain led a multi-billion-dollar global fightback against economic havoc wreaked by the coronavi...",positive,0.984837115
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus fight joined by curfew, credit relief and border controls",3/18/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa asked bank not to collect debt from Coronavirus hit businesses, blocked foreign a...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus fight joined by curfew, credit relief and border controls Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa asked bank not to collect debt from Coronavirus hit businesses, blocked foreign a...",negative,-0.990657091
Mixed reactions on Twitter to President's speech,3/18/2020,Political News,The immediate reaction to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s address to the nation last Tuesday night is mixed at best wit...,Mixed reactions on Twitter to President's speech The immediate reaction to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s address to the nation last Tuesday night is mixed at best wit...,positive,0.921336532
Sri Lanka extends visas of all foreigners till April 12,3/18/2020,Business,Sri Lanka has extended the validity of all types of visas for foreigners in the country till April 12 asking no one to v...,Sri Lanka extends visas of all foreigners till April 12 Sri Lanka has extended the validity of all types of visas for foreigners in the country till April 12 asking no one to v...,negative,-0.801832855
Coronavirus can survive on surfaces for hours: CDC-UCLA-Princeton COVID19 study,3/18/2020,Environment,"The novel coronavirus can survive on surfaces or in the air for several hours, according to a US-government funded study...","Coronavirus can survive on surfaces for hours: CDC-UCLA-Princeton COVID19 study The novel coronavirus can survive on surfaces or in the air for several hours, according to a US-government funded study...",negative,-0.988730013
Sri Lanka stock exchange closed for Coronavirus holiday on March 18,3/17/2020,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange said it will be closed for the second day on March 18, after the government declared ...","Sri Lanka stock exchange closed for Coronavirus holiday on March 18 Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange said it will be closed for the second day on March 18, after the government declared ...",negative,-0.992541909
President calls on citizens to cooperate to fight virus,3/17/2020,Politics,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa called on all Sri Lankans to cooperate with the government to ensure that the threat posed ...,President calls on citizens to cooperate to fight virus President Gotabaya Rajapaksa called on all Sri Lankans to cooperate with the government to ensure that the threat posed ...,positive,0.909018099
"Sri Lanka President orders 6-month debt moratorium, 4-pct working capital",3/17/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa ordered banks to suspend collecting loans for six months and provide working ca...,"Sri Lanka President orders 6-month debt moratorium, 4-pct working capital Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa ordered banks to suspend collecting loans for six months and provide working ca...",negative,-0.984757304
"Sri Lanka President angry at ""irresponsible citizens"" in fight against COVID19",3/17/2020,Health,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa vented his frustrations Tuesday morning at irresponsible behaviour by Sri Lankans in the fa...,"Sri Lanka President angry at ""irresponsible citizens"" in fight against COVID19 President Gotabaya Rajapaksa vented his frustrations Tuesday morning at irresponsible behaviour by Sri Lankans in the fa...",negative,-0.996056914
Sri Lanka Coronavirus count climbs to 44 - Updated,3/17/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has confirmed 15 more Coronavirus cases on Tuesday a taking the total along with a Chinese national up to 44, ...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus count climbs to 44 - Updated Sri Lanka has confirmed 15 more Coronavirus cases on Tuesday a taking the total along with a Chinese national up to 44, ...",positive,0.667587936
Sri Lanka bringing back pilgrims from India,3/17/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka is working towards bringing back some 1,200 of its nationals who are pilgrims in India, the Ministry of Foreig...","Sri Lanka bringing back pilgrims from India Sri Lanka is working towards bringing back some 1,200 of its nationals who are pilgrims in India, the Ministry of Foreig...",positive,0.99586159
Sajith wants the whole country quarantined,3/17/2020,Politics,Sajith Premadasa is calling for the whole country to be quarantined to prevent the further spread of the COVID19 virus.,Sajith wants the whole country quarantined Sajith Premadasa is calling for the whole country to be quarantined to prevent the further spread of the COVID19 virus.,negative,-0.995967507
Sri Lanka airports to suspend arrivals till March 25 - Updated,3/17/2020,Aviation,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's main airport in Katunayake is suspending arriving passenger operations from March 19, as the c...","Sri Lanka airports to suspend arrivals till March 25 - Updated ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's main airport in Katunayake is suspending arriving passenger operations from March 19, as the c...",negative,-0.99918443
Sri Lanka postal voting application deadline extended over coronavirus,3/17/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka's Election Commission has extended the March 17 postal voting application deadline for a few more days due to ...,Sri Lanka postal voting application deadline extended over coronavirus Sri Lanka's Election Commission has extended the March 17 postal voting application deadline for a few more days due to ...,negative,-0.983838201
Sri Lanka Central Bank Governor asks markets to remain calm,3/17/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's Central Bank Governor W. D. Lakshman called on financial institutions to not speculate and cause panic in th...,Sri Lanka Central Bank Governor asks markets to remain calm Sri Lanka's Central Bank Governor W. D. Lakshman called on financial institutions to not speculate and cause panic in th...,negative,-0.732255816
"Sri Lanka RPCs to pay Rs.1,000 daily wage on higher productivity, trade unions yet to agree",3/17/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's regional plantation companies (RPCs) have agreed to pay its labourers a 1,000 rupee daily wage, in return fo...","Sri Lanka RPCs to pay Rs.1,000 daily wage on higher productivity, trade unions yet to agree Sri Lanka's regional plantation companies (RPCs) have agreed to pay its labourers a 1,000 rupee daily wage, in return fo...",negative,-0.985159457
SriLankan Airlines isolates crew members after pilot gets Coronavirus,3/17/2020,Aviation,SriLankan Airlines said a colleagues of a pilot who go infected with Coronavirus had been isolated.,SriLankan Airlines isolates crew members after pilot gets Coronavirus SriLankan Airlines said a colleagues of a pilot who go infected with Coronavirus had been isolated.,negative,-0.996409595
Sri Lanka Defence Secretary says more than 170 returnees skipped quarantine,3/17/2020,Defence,Secretary to the Ministry of Defence Kamal Gunaratne said more than 170 Sri Lankans who had returned from Italy and Kore...,Sri Lanka Defence Secretary says more than 170 returnees skipped quarantine Secretary to the Ministry of Defence Kamal Gunaratne said more than 170 Sri Lankans who had returned from Italy and Kore...,negative,-0.966204286
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to address the nation at 8 pm tonight,3/17/2020,Politics,The Director-General of Media in the Presidential Secretariat said that important government decisions taken in the cour...,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to address the nation at 8 pm tonight The Director-General of Media in the Presidential Secretariat said that important government decisions taken in the cour...,positive,0.984477639
"Sri Lanka bond yields lower after Coronavirus rate cut, Friday injection",3/17/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's bond yields were marginally slightly down on Tuesday, dealers said after the central bank cut rates by 25 ba...","Sri Lanka bond yields lower after Coronavirus rate cut, Friday injection Sri Lanka's bond yields were marginally slightly down on Tuesday, dealers said after the central bank cut rates by 25 ba...",negative,-0.998446047
BASL says all Courts closed down today,3/17/2020,Uncategorized,"The Courts throughout the country are closed from today until Thursday, the President of the Bar Association Kalinga Ind...","BASL says all Courts closed down today The Courts throughout the country are closed from today until Thursday, the President of the Bar Association Kalinga Ind...",negative,-0.990462482
Sri Lanka stock market closed Tuesday in Coronavirus holiday,3/17/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange will be closed Tuesday, a Securities and Exchange Commission spokesman said as the go...","Sri Lanka stock market closed Tuesday in Coronavirus holiday Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange will be closed Tuesday, a Securities and Exchange Commission spokesman said as the go...",negative,-0.991590619
Curfews as US shuts down to fight coronavirus,3/17/2020,International news,The United States began restricting citizens' movements Monday in a major escalation of attempts to contain the deadly c...,Curfews as US shuts down to fight coronavirus The United States began restricting citizens' movements Monday in a major escalation of attempts to contain the deadly c...,negative,-0.998789966
Markets plunge as intervention fails to staunch virus panic,3/17/2020,International news,Stock markets and oil prices went into freefall Monday as interest rate cuts and fresh stimulus measures by central bank...,Markets plunge as intervention fails to staunch virus panic Stock markets and oil prices went into freefall Monday as interest rate cuts and fresh stimulus measures by central bank...,negative,-0.999289513
Sri Lanka Coronavirus battle stepped up with partial airport shutdown,3/17/2020,Aviation," Sri Lanka escalated Coronavirus (CORVID19) controls asking only food supply, transport, banks health and essential stat...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus battle stepped up with partial airport shutdown  Sri Lanka escalated Coronavirus (CORVID19) controls asking only food supply, transport, banks health and essential stat...",negative,-0.975663126
"Sri Lanka bars travelers from Qatar, Bahrain and Canada to control Coronavirus",3/16/2020,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka has ordered airlines not to board passengers from Qatar, Bahrain or Canada as they will not be allowed to land...","Sri Lanka bars travelers from Qatar, Bahrain and Canada to control Coronavirus Sri Lanka has ordered airlines not to board passengers from Qatar, Bahrain or Canada as they will not be allowed to land...",negative,-0.98137778
"Sri Lanka asks returnees from Europe, Korea to register or risk punishment",3/16/2020,Legal,"Sri Lanka's defence ministry asked all returnees from Europe, South Korea who had arrived in the country from March 1 to...","Sri Lanka asks returnees from Europe, Korea to register or risk punishment Sri Lanka's defence ministry asked all returnees from Europe, South Korea who had arrived in the country from March 1 to...",negative,-0.983640969
Sri Lanka slaps price controls on masks amid medical emergency,3/16/2020,Environment," Sri Lanka's National Medical Regulatory Authority, has slapped price control on masks as demand went up, as demand went...","Sri Lanka slaps price controls on masks amid medical emergency  Sri Lanka's National Medical Regulatory Authority, has slapped price control on masks as demand went up, as demand went...",negative,-0.998374343
Sri Lanka foreign ministry suspends consular services in Colombo,3/16/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka's foreign ministry said it had suspended all services provided by the consular affairs division until March 20...,Sri Lanka foreign ministry suspends consular services in Colombo Sri Lanka's foreign ministry said it had suspended all services provided by the consular affairs division until March 20...,negative,-0.999246836
US stocks dive more than 10-pct on recession worries,3/16/2020,International news,Wall Street stocks plunged more than 10 percent early Monday as panic over the economic hit from the coronavirus outbrea...,US stocks dive more than 10-pct on recession worries Wall Street stocks plunged more than 10 percent early Monday as panic over the economic hit from the coronavirus outbrea...,negative,-0.994607925
Election Commission meeting health officials today to decide on elections,3/16/2020,Health,Members of the Elections Commission are set to meet health officials today to discuss the effect COVID-19 will have on t...,Election Commission meeting health officials today to decide on elections Members of the Elections Commission are set to meet health officials today to discuss the effect COVID-19 will have on t...,positive,0.996320844
JVP led NPP decides to temporarily halt election campaign,3/16/2020,Politics,ECONOMYNEXT-Leader of National People’s Power (NPP) Anura Kumara Dissanayake said that NPP will temporarily halt all t...,JVP led NPP decides to temporarily halt election campaign ECONOMYNEXT-Leader of National People’s Power (NPP) Anura Kumara Dissanayake said that NPP will temporarily halt all t...,negative,-0.999040425
"Sri Lanka cuts rates 25bp, reserve ratio 100 in emergency move over Coronavirus",3/16/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has cut its policy rate corridor 25 basis points and also cut the statutory reserve ratio 100 basis points to ...,"Sri Lanka cuts rates 25bp, reserve ratio 100 in emergency move over Coronavirus Sri Lanka has cut its policy rate corridor 25 basis points and also cut the statutory reserve ratio 100 basis points to ...",negative,-0.996208787
Sri Lanka Coronavirus count goes up to 29 - Updated,3/16/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has identified three more Coronavirus patients on Monday a senior health official said, taking the total confi...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus count goes up to 29 - Updated Sri Lanka has identified three more Coronavirus patients on Monday a senior health official said, taking the total confi...",negative,-0.972811818
Sajith demands the postponement of polls to save lives from COVID19,3/16/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Opposition is saying the government should postpone Parliamentary General Elections due on April 25 and co...,Sajith demands the postponement of polls to save lives from COVID19 Sri Lanka’s Opposition is saying the government should postpone Parliamentary General Elections due on April 25 and co...,negative,-0.996937394
Sri Lanka tourism could be facing worst crisis in history from Coronavirus: hotels chief,3/16/2020,Business,With a global Coronavirus pandemic keeping people at home and flights cancelled from many countries Sri Lanka's tourism ...,Sri Lanka tourism could be facing worst crisis in history from Coronavirus: hotels chief With a global Coronavirus pandemic keeping people at home and flights cancelled from many countries Sri Lanka's tourism ...,negative,-0.999054253
Sri Lanka wants to prosecute patient who delayed testing for COVID19,3/16/2020,Health,A Sri Lankan man whose travelling companion tested positive for the COVID19 resisted attempts by the authorities to go i...,Sri Lanka wants to prosecute patient who delayed testing for COVID19 A Sri Lankan man whose travelling companion tested positive for the COVID19 resisted attempts by the authorities to go i...,negative,-0.986888528
"The show goes on in London's West End, but for how long?",3/16/2020,International news,The bright lights of London's West End theatre district were undimmed this weekend with punters lining up to catch the b...,"The show goes on in London's West End, but for how long? The bright lights of London's West End theatre district were undimmed this weekend with punters lining up to catch the b...",negative,-0.992424965
Asian stocks fall as Fed rate cut fuels fears for US economy,3/16/2020,International news,"Asian markets fell on Monday as another US interest rate cut and fresh stimulus measures failed to lift confidence, with...","Asian stocks fall as Fed rate cut fuels fears for US economy Asian markets fell on Monday as another US interest rate cut and fresh stimulus measures failed to lift confidence, with...",negative,-0.99977833
Sri Lanka Coronavirus count rises driving new efforts to contain spread,3/16/2020,Environment,"Sri Lanka restricted flights from more countries, tightened quarantine as a total confirmed cases of Coronavirus went up...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus count rises driving new efforts to contain spread Sri Lanka restricted flights from more countries, tightened quarantine as a total confirmed cases of Coronavirus went up...",positive,0.575536013
"Fed cut rates, key floating central banks to open taps on Coronavirus pandemic",3/16/2020,Economy,The US Federal Reserve and other central banks announced on Sunday a bold set of measures to shore up confidence hit by ...,"Fed cut rates, key floating central banks to open taps on Coronavirus pandemic The US Federal Reserve and other central banks announced on Sunday a bold set of measures to shore up confidence hit by ...",positive,0.986356258
"Sri Lanka President proposes unified South Asia Coronavirus response, Modi starts COVID19 fund",3/16/2020,Health,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has proposed a unified response to fight Coronavirus in South Asia during an on...,"Sri Lanka President proposes unified South Asia Coronavirus response, Modi starts COVID19 fund Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has proposed a unified response to fight Coronavirus in South Asia during an on...",positive,0.77368927
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus toll rises to 19, UK, Belgium Norway quarantine advanced",3/15/2020,Environment,"Sri Lanka's Coronavirus confirmed patients went up to 19 Sunday, made up of Sri Lankans and once Chinese visitors who ha...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus toll rises to 19, UK, Belgium Norway quarantine advanced Sri Lanka's Coronavirus confirmed patients went up to 19 Sunday, made up of Sri Lankans and once Chinese visitors who ha...",negative,-0.956665993
Sri Lanka COVID19 cases jump to 18,3/15/2020,Health,"The number of people infected with COVID19 in Sri Lanka has jumped to 18, after seven more people quarantined in the Kan...","Sri Lanka COVID19 cases jump to 18 The number of people infected with COVID19 in Sri Lanka has jumped to 18, after seven more people quarantined in the Kan...",negative,-0.978231132
Sri Lanka cardinal seeks UN probe on China's Coronavirus,3/15/2020,Political News,The head of Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic Church Sunday alleged that the highly contagious Coronavirus may be man-made an...,Sri Lanka cardinal seeks UN probe on China's Coronavirus The head of Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic Church Sunday alleged that the highly contagious Coronavirus may be man-made an...,negative,-0.994472146
Sri Lanka mulls extending holiday to battle virus,3/15/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka is mulling an extended holiday for the public sector as the authorities struggle to contain the spread of the ...,Sri Lanka mulls extending holiday to battle virus Sri Lanka is mulling an extended holiday for the public sector as the authorities struggle to contain the spread of the ...,negative,-0.984359562
Deshapriya urges smaller gatherings during election campaign to fight COVID19,3/15/2020,Politics,The Elections Commission has requested all political parties and independent groups contesting the upcoming Parliamentar...,Deshapriya urges smaller gatherings during election campaign to fight COVID19 The Elections Commission has requested all political parties and independent groups contesting the upcoming Parliamentar...,negative,-0.974500895
"Sri Lanka bans travel from UK, Belgium and Norway",3/15/2020,Aviation,"Sri Lanka has banned travel from UK, Belgium and Norway from March 16 for two weeks, as part of Coronavirus controls, ex...","Sri Lanka bans travel from UK, Belgium and Norway Sri Lanka has banned travel from UK, Belgium and Norway from March 16 for two weeks, as part of Coronavirus controls, ex...",negative,-0.998535514
Sri Lanka not yet considering travel restrictions to UK despite 'herd immunity' strategy,3/15/2020,Aviation,"Sri Lanka is not yet considering flight restrictions to the United Kingdom, an official said, despite a 'herd immunity' ...","Sri Lanka not yet considering travel restrictions to UK despite 'herd immunity' strategy Sri Lanka is not yet considering flight restrictions to the United Kingdom, an official said, despite a 'herd immunity' ...",negative,-0.98465234
"Sri Lanka to limit consular services in UK, Belgium, Norway: foreign ministry",3/15/2020,Political News,"Sri Lanka will limit consular service provided by mission in London, Brussels and Oslo, from March 15 local time, the fo...","Sri Lanka to limit consular services in UK, Belgium, Norway: foreign ministry Sri Lanka will limit consular service provided by mission in London, Brussels and Oslo, from March 15 local time, the fo...",negative,-0.994938135
UK set ban large events despite 'herd immunity' strategy,3/15/2020,International news,"British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is preparing to follow other European countries in banning mass gatherings, media r...","UK set ban large events despite 'herd immunity' strategy British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is preparing to follow other European countries in banning mass gatherings, media r...",negative,-0.995039403
"Sri Lanka wholesale and retail, external trade will operate Monday",3/15/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka's public holiday declared for Monday March 16 as an anti-Coronavirus measure will not apply to the wholesale,...","Sri Lanka wholesale and retail, external trade will operate Monday  Sri Lanka's public holiday declared for Monday March 16 as an anti-Coronavirus measure will not apply to the wholesale,...",negative,-0.998632133
"UK's slow, steady 'herd immunity' coronavirus strategy stokes debate",3/15/2020,International news,"Britain has adopted a light touch approach to coronavirus measures, opting so far not to shut schools, with the aim of s...","UK's slow, steady 'herd immunity' coronavirus strategy stokes debate Britain has adopted a light touch approach to coronavirus measures, opting so far not to shut schools, with the aim of s...",positive,0.929095089
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus battle joined by military intelligence, police to track down risky returnees",3/15/2020,Environment,Sri Lanka's military intelligence and police are tracking travelers from Italy and countries identified as high risk for...,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus battle joined by military intelligence, police to track down risky returnees Sri Lanka's military intelligence and police are tracking travelers from Italy and countries identified as high risk for...",negative,-0.985042512
"Spain, France impose tight restrictions as infections cross 150,000",3/15/2020,International news,"Spain and France have imposed sweeping restrictions to fight the spread of coronavirus, as US President Donald Trump tes...","Spain, France impose tight restrictions as infections cross 150,000 Spain and France have imposed sweeping restrictions to fight the spread of coronavirus, as US President Donald Trump tes...",negative,-0.974615276
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases go up, authorities try to keep people at home",3/15/2020,Business," Sri Lanka has seen a surge of new Coronavirus cases driven by returnees from Italy, with one confirmed case who had not...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases go up, authorities try to keep people at home  Sri Lanka has seen a surge of new Coronavirus cases driven by returnees from Italy, with one confirmed case who had not...",negative,-0.987497449
A new leaf for MG? — The MG HS,3/15/2020,Autos,The MG HS is the latest offering from the originally British but now Chinese-controlled auto manufacturer. Think not of ...,A new leaf for MG? — The MG HS The MG HS is the latest offering from the originally British but now Chinese-controlled auto manufacturer. Think not of ...,negative,-0.994513154
Sri Lanka diplomats in self-quarantine after family member gets Coronavirus,3/14/2020,Environment,A family member of a Sri Lanka foreign ministry official had been diagnosed with Coronavirus (COVID19) and leading to se...,Sri Lanka diplomats in self-quarantine after family member gets Coronavirus A family member of a Sri Lanka foreign ministry official had been diagnosed with Coronavirus (COVID19) and leading to se...,negative,-0.992314279
"Sri Lanka cuts down consular services in Coronavirus hotspots in Europe, Iran, Korea",3/14/2020,Political News," Sri Lanka has limited consular services at 11 overseas mission in Europe, Iran and Korea after asking airlines to not t...","Sri Lanka cuts down consular services in Coronavirus hotspots in Europe, Iran, Korea  Sri Lanka has limited consular services at 11 overseas mission in Europe, Iran and Korea after asking airlines to not t...",negative,-0.996130466
Prime Minister convinced Sri Lanka can overcome COVID19 threat,3/14/2020,Uncategorized,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is appealing to all Sri Lankans to come together to deal with the novel coronavirus thr...,Prime Minister convinced Sri Lanka can overcome COVID19 threat Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is appealing to all Sri Lankans to come together to deal with the novel coronavirus thr...,positive,0.994408429
Government will not reconvene Parliament - Bandula,3/14/2020,Politics,"The government will not reconvene Parliament to deal with the COVID19 crisis, a government minister said Saturday.","Government will not reconvene Parliament - Bandula The government will not reconvene Parliament to deal with the COVID19 crisis, a government minister said Saturday.",negative,-0.997888148
Aggressive measures to prevent community transmission of COVID19 introduced,3/14/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka today moved aggressively to prevent community transmission of the COVID 91 virus by banning public gatherings,...","Aggressive measures to prevent community transmission of COVID19 introduced Sri Lanka today moved aggressively to prevent community transmission of the COVID 91 virus by banning public gatherings,...",negative,-0.98402518
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus toll goes to 11, public holiday declared - Updated",3/14/2020,Environment,"Sri Lanka has reported new cases of Coronavirus (COVID19) on Saturday taking the total in hospital to 10, while a Chines...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus toll goes to 11, public holiday declared - Updated Sri Lanka has reported new cases of Coronavirus (COVID19) on Saturday taking the total in hospital to 10, while a Chines...",negative,-0.98271215
Sri Lanka supermarket sales up in Coronavirus panic buying,3/14/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's supermarket sales have shot up amid after a few new cases of Coronavirus were reported in the country, but o...","Sri Lanka supermarket sales up in Coronavirus panic buying Sri Lanka's supermarket sales have shot up amid after a few new cases of Coronavirus were reported in the country, but o...",negative,-0.988382638
Four Polish nationals under observation at IDH for COVID-symptoms,3/14/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has placed four Polish tourists under observation for COVID19 infection after they were detected at the Intern...,Four Polish nationals under observation at IDH for COVID-symptoms Sri Lanka has placed four Polish tourists under observation for COVID19 infection after they were detected at the Intern...,negative,-0.996904194
Controversial Sri Lanka IGP retires with pension and tax free permit,3/14/2020,Legal,Inspector-General Pujith Jayasundara who retired after a 35-year chequered career today was granted his full pension and...,Controversial Sri Lanka IGP retires with pension and tax free permit Inspector-General Pujith Jayasundara who retired after a 35-year chequered career today was granted his full pension and...,positive,0.953858912
No arrest but no bail either for RaviK and Bonds Scam accused,3/14/2020,Law and Order,"The Writ Petition filed by Perpetual Treasuries head Arjun Aloysius, former Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake and two o...","No arrest but no bail either for RaviK and Bonds Scam accused The Writ Petition filed by Perpetual Treasuries head Arjun Aloysius, former Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake and two o...",negative,-0.997659802
What will result from the surprise economic stimulus,3/14/2020,Economy,"Three leaders discuss how the stimulus package impacts their businesses, the economy and consumers..","What will result from the surprise economic stimulus Three leaders discuss how the stimulus package impacts their businesses, the economy and consumers..",positive,0.998987138
"Children less sick from Coronavirus, as 140,000 cases confirmed",3/14/2020,Environment,"For reasons unknown, children rarely have severe symptoms when infected by COVID-19 and may even be a bit less likely to...","Children less sick from Coronavirus, as 140,000 cases confirmed For reasons unknown, children rarely have severe symptoms when infected by COVID-19 and may even be a bit less likely to...",negative,-0.830487549
Sri Lanka bans travellers from Europe as Coronavirus toll climbs,3/14/2020,Environment,Sri Lanka is denying entry to travelers from nine nations in Europe as well as Iran and Korea from March 14 and 15 for t...,Sri Lanka bans travellers from Europe as Coronavirus toll climbs Sri Lanka is denying entry to travelers from nine nations in Europe as well as Iran and Korea from March 14 and 15 for t...,negative,-0.998699784
"Sri Lanka finds three Coronavirus patients among returnees from Italy, Germany",3/13/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka has found three new Coronavirus virus among persons who had recently returned from abroad, the state informati...","Sri Lanka finds three Coronavirus patients among returnees from Italy, Germany Sri Lanka has found three new Coronavirus virus among persons who had recently returned from abroad, the state informati...",negative,-0.95901829
#NextGenSL wants parties to limit political rallies,3/13/2020,Health,A group of young politicians from all parties is requesting political parties to refrain from holding large rallies and ...,#NextGenSL wants parties to limit political rallies A group of young politicians from all parties is requesting political parties to refrain from holding large rallies and ...,negative,-0.991840601
Sri Lanka to ban travellers from eight European nations from March 15 over Coronavirus,3/13/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka will deny entry to travelers from France, Spain, Germany, Switzerland, Denmark, Netherlands, Sweden and Austri...","Sri Lanka to ban travellers from eight European nations from March 15 over Coronavirus Sri Lanka will deny entry to travelers from France, Spain, Germany, Switzerland, Denmark, Netherlands, Sweden and Austri...",negative,-0.998189986
Ravi and Arjun mark their attendance in Magistrate's court,3/13/2020,Law and Order,"Former Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake, Perpetual Treasuries head Arjun Aloysius and two others were ordered by the C...","Ravi and Arjun mark their attendance in Magistrate's court Former Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake, Perpetual Treasuries head Arjun Aloysius and two others were ordered by the C...",negative,-0.901440203
Sri Lanka contemplating private-sector tests for COVID19,3/13/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is contemplating a move to allow private hospitals to carry out COVID-19 tests amid fears that it could “bec...,Sri Lanka contemplating private-sector tests for COVID19 Sri Lanka is contemplating a move to allow private hospitals to carry out COVID-19 tests amid fears that it could “bec...,negative,-0.996752501
Corona kills the England Test series,3/13/2020,Health,The Sri Lanka - England Test series will not go ahead as the England Cricket Board has decided to bring the players home...,Corona kills the England Test series The Sri Lanka - England Test series will not go ahead as the England Cricket Board has decided to bring the players home...,negative,-0.999410391
Sri Lanka stocks down 20-pct in 2020 as S&P Index hits time low on Coronavirus fears,3/13/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 2.89 percent lower on Friday, extending losses in line with Coronavirus hit market elsewhere w...","Sri Lanka stocks down 20-pct in 2020 as S&P Index hits time low on Coronavirus fears Sri Lanka's stocks closed 2.89 percent lower on Friday, extending losses in line with Coronavirus hit market elsewhere w...",negative,-0.999039829
Sri Lanka hospitals treating Coronavirus gets Rs100mn grant from ADB,3/13/2020,Environment,"Manila-base Asian Development Bank has given a 600,000 US dollar grant (109 million rupees) to a network of hospital des...","Sri Lanka hospitals treating Coronavirus gets Rs100mn grant from ADB Manila-base Asian Development Bank has given a 600,000 US dollar grant (109 million rupees) to a network of hospital des...",negative,-0.921577036
"Sri Lanka has stocks of fuel, no need to panic: energy ministry",3/13/2020,Energy,Sri Lanka's energy ministry said there was no fuel shortage in the country as motorists filled up tanks with extra fuel ...,"Sri Lanka has stocks of fuel, no need to panic: energy ministry Sri Lanka's energy ministry said there was no fuel shortage in the country as motorists filled up tanks with extra fuel ...",positive,0.700046122
Sajith wants Parliament reconvened,3/13/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka’s former Leader of the Opposition is calling on the country’s president to reconvene the recently dissolve...,Sajith wants Parliament reconvened Sri Lanka’s former Leader of the Opposition is calling on the country’s president to reconvene the recently dissolve...,negative,-0.960913301
"Sri Lanka pharma firms say no shortage of drugs, not to panic buy",3/13/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's pharmaceuticals firms said there is no shortage of drugs in the country and urged the public not to engage i...,"Sri Lanka pharma firms say no shortage of drugs, not to panic buy Sri Lanka's pharmaceuticals firms said there is no shortage of drugs in the country and urged the public not to engage i...",positive,0.762986302
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, stocks down 3.75-pct",3/13/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 183.85/184.05 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields climb...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, stocks down 3.75-pct Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted weaker at 183.85/184.05 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields climb...",negative,-0.99864608
"Sri Lanka stock trading halted, index falls below 5000",3/13/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka Colombo Stock Exchange halted trading for 30 minutes Friday, the third time in a week as an index of liquid st...","Sri Lanka stock trading halted, index falls below 5000 Sri Lanka Colombo Stock Exchange halted trading for 30 minutes Friday, the third time in a week as an index of liquid st...",negative,-0.998700142
Sri Lanka central bank in low cost QR code drive to boost digital transactions,3/13/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka is promoting low cost quick response (QR) code based technology with slashed fees to draw a wider base of smal...,Sri Lanka central bank in low cost QR code drive to boost digital transactions Sri Lanka is promoting low cost quick response (QR) code based technology with slashed fees to draw a wider base of smal...,negative,-0.985572875
Canada PM's wife tests positive for new coronavirus,3/13/2020,International news,"The wife of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has tested positive for the new coronavirus, his office said late Thu...","Canada PM's wife tests positive for new coronavirus The wife of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has tested positive for the new coronavirus, his office said late Thu...",negative,-0.974633157
"Asian equities in freefall after Wall St, Europe implode on virus fears",3/13/2020,International news,"Asian equities went into freefall on Friday, extending a global rout that saw markets experience their worst day in deca...","Asian equities in freefall after Wall St, Europe implode on virus fears Asian equities went into freefall on Friday, extending a global rout that saw markets experience their worst day in deca...",negative,-0.997141004
A tussle over SLNPS leadership in Polonnaruwa,3/13/2020,Politics,The Sri Lanka Nidahas Podujana Sandhanaya (SLNPS) is facing a tussle over who should lead their campaign in the upcoming...,A tussle over SLNPS leadership in Polonnaruwa The Sri Lanka Nidahas Podujana Sandhanaya (SLNPS) is facing a tussle over who should lead their campaign in the upcoming...,negative,-0.998990953
Sri Lanka gives debt moratorium to finance company borrowers,3/13/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka has extended a debt moratorium introduced at the request of the current administration first given by banks to...,Sri Lanka gives debt moratorium to finance company borrowers Sri Lanka has extended a debt moratorium introduced at the request of the current administration first given by banks to...,negative,-0.911710262
"Fitch warns Sri Lanka on finance companies, ahead of tighter bad loan rule",3/13/2020,Banking,Profits and capital of Sri Lanka's Finance and Leasing Companies (FLCs) would be dented when tighter rules on bad loan p...,"Fitch warns Sri Lanka on finance companies, ahead of tighter bad loan rule Profits and capital of Sri Lanka's Finance and Leasing Companies (FLCs) would be dented when tighter rules on bad loan p...",negative,-0.997896194
"Sri Lanka to ban travellers from Iran, Italy, South Korea for two weeks",3/13/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has banned all travel from Italy, Iran and South Korea for two weeks starting from March 14 to 28 in a measure...","Sri Lanka to ban travellers from Iran, Italy, South Korea for two weeks Sri Lanka has banned all travel from Italy, Iran and South Korea for two weeks starting from March 14 to 28 in a measure...",negative,-0.997941196
Sri Lanka shuts schools over virus rumours,3/12/2020,Environment,Hundreds of anxious parents crowded outside Sri Lankan schools Thursday following rumours of a Coronavirus spread prompt...,Sri Lanka shuts schools over virus rumours Hundreds of anxious parents crowded outside Sri Lankan schools Thursday following rumours of a Coronavirus spread prompt...,negative,-0.993539512
"Sri Lanka sells Rs60bn in bonds, 7-year bonds at 9.99-pct",3/12/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s debt office has sold a bond maturing on 01.10.2022 at 9.33 percent, a bond maturing on 15.09.2024 at 9.81 ...","Sri Lanka sells Rs60bn in bonds, 7-year bonds at 9.99-pct Sri Lanka’s debt office has sold a bond maturing on 01.10.2022 at 9.33 percent, a bond maturing on 15.09.2024 at 9.81 ...",negative,-0.923802316
MR discusses Easter Sunday attack probe with Cardinal,3/12/2020,Law and Order,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and the Bishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith have met and discussed the current s...,MR discusses Easter Sunday attack probe with Cardinal Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and the Bishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith have met and discussed the current s...,positive,0.992690623
"Sri Lanka rupee close weaker, bond yields up",3/12/2020,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka’s rupee ends weaker at 182.90/183.30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields clim...,"Sri Lanka rupee close weaker, bond yields up  Sri Lanka’s rupee ends weaker at 182.90/183.30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields clim...",negative,-0.993685067
Sri Lanka stock close at new 8-year low on Coronavirus fears,3/12/2020,Markets," Sri Lanka’s stock closed 3.55 percent lower on Friday, dragged down by John Keells Holdings, Browns Investments and S...","Sri Lanka stock close at new 8-year low on Coronavirus fears  Sri Lanka’s stock closed 3.55 percent lower on Friday, dragged down by John Keells Holdings, Browns Investments and S...",negative,-0.999593556
Second Sri Lankan gets COVID19,3/12/2020,Health,"A second Sri Lankan has contracted the coronavirus and has been admitted to the Infectious Diseases Hospital today, the ...","Second Sri Lankan gets COVID19 A second Sri Lankan has contracted the coronavirus and has been admitted to the Infectious Diseases Hospital today, the ...",negative,-0.968944728
"Sri Lanka looking for ways to stock up on cheap oil, use derivatives: Minister",3/12/2020,Energy,"Sri Lanka is looking for ways to buy extra oil at low prices using derivatives or government -to-government deals, Energ...","Sri Lanka looking for ways to stock up on cheap oil, use derivatives: Minister Sri Lanka is looking for ways to buy extra oil at low prices using derivatives or government -to-government deals, Energ...",negative,-0.997115135
Contacts of Sri Lanka COVID19 patient in strict  self-quarantine to contain spread,3/12/2020,Health,Health officials in Sri Lanka have identified some 50 people who were in close contact with the first and so far only co...,Contacts of Sri Lanka COVID19 patient in strict  self-quarantine to contain spread Health officials in Sri Lanka have identified some 50 people who were in close contact with the first and so far only co...,negative,-0.682673275
All govt schools and Pirivenas closed till April 20- Education minister,3/12/2020,Education,"All government schools and Pirivenas will close from tomorrow and reopen for the next term on April 20, Minister of Educ...","All govt schools and Pirivenas closed till April 20- Education minister All government schools and Pirivenas will close from tomorrow and reopen for the next term on April 20, Minister of Educ...",negative,-0.712568402
COVID19 Patient's child not infected - Govt,3/12/2020,Uncategorized,The government is saying that a child of the first Sri Lankan to contract COVID19 has not tested positive for the diseas...,COVID19 Patient's child not infected - Govt The government is saying that a child of the first Sri Lankan to contract COVID19 has not tested positive for the diseas...,negative,-0.989643216
Sri Lanka opens Coronavirus hotlines for public information,3/12/2020,Health,Sri Lanka has opened hotlines staffed by medical professionals 24 hours to provide scientific information and latest upd...,Sri Lanka opens Coronavirus hotlines for public information Sri Lanka has opened hotlines staffed by medical professionals 24 hours to provide scientific information and latest upd...,positive,0.723858893
Sri Lanka stock trading halted after 5-pct plunge over COVID19,3/12/2020,Markets,Trading at Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange was halted for 30 minutes Thursday after Standard and Poor's Sri Lanka 20 ...,Sri Lanka stock trading halted after 5-pct plunge over COVID19 Trading at Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange was halted for 30 minutes Thursday after Standard and Poor's Sri Lanka 20 ...,negative,-0.999400258
"Sri Lanka delays fuel price cut, may isolate profit for other benefits: Minister",3/12/2020,Energy,"Sri Lanka is still discussing how to cut fuel prices and pass to ensure that bus and taxi fares go down in line, Energy ...","Sri Lanka delays fuel price cut, may isolate profit for other benefits: Minister Sri Lanka is still discussing how to cut fuel prices and pass to ensure that bus and taxi fares go down in line, Energy ...",negative,-0.990513325
Sri Lanka stocks plunge at open on Coronavirus,3/12/2020,Markets, Sri Lanka's stocks fell 2.0 Thursday in the first half hour of trading with broad based selling on Coronavirus fears a ...,Sri Lanka stocks plunge at open on Coronavirus  Sri Lanka's stocks fell 2.0 Thursday in the first half hour of trading with broad based selling on Coronavirus fears a ...,negative,-0.999664426
Facing the COVID19 threat: It is up to you,3/12/2020,Health,We now have a Sri Lankan infected with the COVID19 virus in Sri Lanka and that should compel the country to come togethe...,Facing the COVID19 threat: It is up to you We now have a Sri Lankan infected with the COVID19 virus in Sri Lanka and that should compel the country to come togethe...,positive,0.623369575
"Stocks, crude plunge as Trump Europe ban fans recession fears",3/12/2020,Uncategorized, Equities and oil prices fell through the floor again on Thursday after Donald Trump banned all travel from Europe to th...,"Stocks, crude plunge as Trump Europe ban fans recession fears  Equities and oil prices fell through the floor again on Thursday after Donald Trump banned all travel from Europe to th...",negative,-0.998910904
Sri Lanka's SEC seeks proposals to boost stock market,3/12/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission has sought proposals from stock brokers for proposals to boost the market...,Sri Lanka's SEC seeks proposals to boost stock market Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission has sought proposals from stock brokers for proposals to boost the market...,negative,-0.920223773
Sri Lanka regulatory sandbox open for fintech experiments: Central Bank,3/12/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank has unveiled a regulatory sandbox to run innovative fintech experiments which can be released t...,Sri Lanka regulatory sandbox open for fintech experiments: Central Bank Sri Lanka's central bank has unveiled a regulatory sandbox to run innovative fintech experiments which can be released t...,negative,-0.518954694
WHO labels coronavirus a 'pandemic' as Europe scrambles to contain it,3/12/2020,Environment,"The World Health Organization called the new coronavirus outbreak a pandemic on Wednesday, issuing a grim warning that t...","WHO labels coronavirus a 'pandemic' as Europe scrambles to contain it The World Health Organization called the new coronavirus outbreak a pandemic on Wednesday, issuing a grim warning that t...",negative,-0.999158978
Sri Lanka halts on-arrival visa for tourists,3/11/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka is halting on-arrival visa for tourists until further notice, in a new Coronavirus control measures, the state...","Sri Lanka halts on-arrival visa for tourists Sri Lanka is halting on-arrival visa for tourists until further notice, in a new Coronavirus control measures, the state...",negative,-0.998552382
Sri Lanka to probe domestic maize collector racket,3/11/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's Consumer Affairs Authority has been instructed probe a racket to push up domestic maize prices just as the h...,Sri Lanka to probe domestic maize collector racket Sri Lanka's Consumer Affairs Authority has been instructed probe a racket to push up domestic maize prices just as the h...,negative,-0.992172122
Five students being questioned over alleged ragging incident at J'pura,3/11/2020,Law and Order,Five students of the Sri Jayawardenapura University have been taken in for questioning by the Mirihana Police over the a...,Five students being questioned over alleged ragging incident at J'pura Five students of the Sri Jayawardenapura University have been taken in for questioning by the Mirihana Police over the a...,negative,-0.982553422
"Sri Lanka rupee, bond yields close flat",3/11/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee ends stable at 182.55/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields remained...,"Sri Lanka rupee, bond yields close flat Sri Lanka’s rupee ends stable at 182.55/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields remained...",negative,-0.993163645
Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields marginally up,3/11/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's 6-and 12-months treasury yields marginally went by 2-basis points while 3-months yield was flat, data from t...","Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields marginally up Sri Lanka's 6-and 12-months treasury yields marginally went by 2-basis points while 3-months yield was flat, data from t...",negative,-0.995972812
"MR to contest from Kurunegala, no leader named for Polonnaruwa",3/11/2020,Politics,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa will contest the upcoming Parliamentary General Election from his adopted constituency ...,"MR to contest from Kurunegala, no leader named for Polonnaruwa Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa will contest the upcoming Parliamentary General Election from his adopted constituency ...",negative,-0.838450372
Sri Lanka stocks rebound 1.61-pct from 8-year low,3/11/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks rebounded 1.61 percent Wednesday recouping some of the losses from a record 4.14 percent plunge a day e...,Sri Lanka stocks rebound 1.61-pct from 8-year low Sri Lanka stocks rebounded 1.61 percent Wednesday recouping some of the losses from a record 4.14 percent plunge a day e...,negative,-0.955766857
Sri Lanka monitoring over four-thousand Chinese nationals for COVID-19,3/11/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan Health officials are tracking and monitoring some 4,443 Chinese nationals in the country for signs of COVID-1...","Sri Lanka monitoring over four-thousand Chinese nationals for COVID-19 Sri Lankan Health officials are tracking and monitoring some 4,443 Chinese nationals in the country for signs of COVID-1...",negative,-0.951959729
Hot weather to end for some areas today,3/11/2020,weather,The Met Department is saying that the current dry spell will be broken in some parts of the country this afternoon as se...,Hot weather to end for some areas today The Met Department is saying that the current dry spell will be broken in some parts of the country this afternoon as se...,negative,-0.928432405
Sri Lanka banks should invest in fintech start ups: senior banker,3/11/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's banks and financial institutions are not doing enough to sponsor and promote fintech start ups, veteran bank...","Sri Lanka banks should invest in fintech start ups: senior banker Sri Lanka's banks and financial institutions are not doing enough to sponsor and promote fintech start ups, veteran bank...",negative,-0.998681247
Sri Lanka records first domestic transmission of COVID19 - Health Chief,3/11/2020,Health,Sri Lankan Health authorities are confirming the first case of domestic transmission of the coronavirus COVID19.,Sri Lanka records first domestic transmission of COVID19 - Health Chief Sri Lankan Health authorities are confirming the first case of domestic transmission of the coronavirus COVID19.,positive,0.957953274
Bank of England slashes interest rate to 0.25-pct over coronavirus,3/11/2020,International news, The Bank of England on Wednesday slashed its main interest rate to 0.25 percent in an emergency move to combat the fall...,Bank of England slashes interest rate to 0.25-pct over coronavirus  The Bank of England on Wednesday slashed its main interest rate to 0.25 percent in an emergency move to combat the fall...,negative,-0.999159217
Govt can use Active Liability Management Act to borrow- Harsha,3/11/2020,Economy,Former MP Harsha De Silva is saying that the government can take advantage of historically low interest rates to take th...,Govt can use Active Liability Management Act to borrow- Harsha Former MP Harsha De Silva is saying that the government can take advantage of historically low interest rates to take th...,negative,-0.995680809
No reason to delay reducing fuel prices: JVP,3/11/2020,Consumer Affairs,The government has failed to decrease fuel prices when it could’ve easily matched the dramatic drop in prices globally...,No reason to delay reducing fuel prices: JVP The government has failed to decrease fuel prices when it could’ve easily matched the dramatic drop in prices globally...,negative,-0.998669624
Sri Lankan arrivals treated unfairly while Chinese nationals go unquarantined: JVP,3/11/2020,Health,"With Sri Lanka confirming its first Covid19 infection earlier today, the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) said over 250 C...","Sri Lankan arrivals treated unfairly while Chinese nationals go unquarantined: JVP With Sri Lanka confirming its first Covid19 infection earlier today, the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) said over 250 C...",negative,-0.996055365
Sri Lanka to launch project to make food safer,3/11/2020,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka is about to launch a project to make food produced locally safer and meet international standards.,Sri Lanka to launch project to make food safer Sri Lanka is about to launch a project to make food produced locally safer and meet international standards.,positive,0.994643569
Army appeals to quarantined Lankans to support the process,3/11/2020,Health,The Sri Lanka Army is appealing to all those under quarantine to fully support this pivotal national need at this critic...,Army appeals to quarantined Lankans to support the process The Sri Lanka Army is appealing to all those under quarantine to fully support this pivotal national need at this critic...,positive,0.99795723
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields flat",3/11/2020,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 182.30/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields flat  Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 182.30/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields...",negative,-0.994233429
Sri Lanka stocks recover at open,3/11/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka's stocks recovered after opening on Wednesday with the benchmark All Share Price Index gaining 1.3 percent in ...,Sri Lanka stocks recover at open Sri Lanka's stocks recovered after opening on Wednesday with the benchmark All Share Price Index gaining 1.3 percent in ...,positive,0.601864219
Sri Lanka treating a new patient as Coronavirus infection: official,3/11/2020,Environment,Sri Lanka is treating a second patient at hostpital as a Coronavirus infected person through final confirmation is still...,Sri Lanka treating a new patient as Coronavirus infection: official Sri Lanka is treating a second patient at hostpital as a Coronavirus infected person through final confirmation is still...,negative,-0.992248893
Coronavirus hits South Asia travel as Sri Lanka halts pilgrimages to India,3/11/2020,Business,Sri Lanka has halted religious pilgrimages to India as part of novel Coronavirus control measures the state information ...,Coronavirus hits South Asia travel as Sri Lanka halts pilgrimages to India Sri Lanka has halted religious pilgrimages to India as part of novel Coronavirus control measures the state information ...,positive,0.685365856
Virus toll soars in locked-down Italy as pace slows in China,3/11/2020,International news,"A woman and a girl walk their dog across a deserted Campo Dei Fiori square in downtown Rome on March 10, 2020 as Italy i...","Virus toll soars in locked-down Italy as pace slows in China A woman and a girl walk their dog across a deserted Campo Dei Fiori square in downtown Rome on March 10, 2020 as Italy i...",negative,-0.974600315
Sri Lanka Angel Fund to back start-ups in underserved areas,3/11/2020,Banking,A newly set up Angel Fund will support start-ups across Sri Lanka helping entrepreneurs in underserved regions with both...,Sri Lanka Angel Fund to back start-ups in underserved areas A newly set up Angel Fund will support start-ups across Sri Lanka helping entrepreneurs in underserved regions with both...,positive,0.997417212
The cost of being a Sri Lankan woman: Menstrual hygiene is very expensive,3/10/2020,Op-ed/Special Reports,"Sri Lanka's women’s economic participation and opportunity, educational attainment and political empowerment are major...","The cost of being a Sri Lankan woman: Menstrual hygiene is very expensive Sri Lanka's women’s economic participation and opportunity, educational attainment and political empowerment are major...",negative,-0.987380743
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields up",3/10/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 182.55/65 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields gained, d...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 182.55/65 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields gained, d...",negative,-0.997798085
"Sri Lanka stocks fall to 8-year low amid Coronavirus fears, weak sentiment",3/10/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks plunged 4.14 percent Tuesday with the benchmark all share index falling 221 points to an eight year low...,"Sri Lanka stocks fall to 8-year low amid Coronavirus fears, weak sentiment Sri Lanka stocks plunged 4.14 percent Tuesday with the benchmark all share index falling 221 points to an eight year low...",negative,-0.999497175
Japura alleged ragging incident: Police take fingerprints off tyre,3/10/2020,Crime,Police investigators have taken fingerprints off the tyre that grievously injured Sri Jayawardenapura University undergr...,Japura alleged ragging incident: Police take fingerprints off tyre Police investigators have taken fingerprints off the tyre that grievously injured Sri Jayawardenapura University undergr...,negative,-0.993793726
All suspects wanted over Negombo incident now in police custody,3/10/2020,Crime,"All seven individuals suspected to have been involved in the violent incident at a restaurant in Periyamulla, Negombo, l...","All suspects wanted over Negombo incident now in police custody All seven individuals suspected to have been involved in the violent incident at a restaurant in Periyamulla, Negombo, l...",negative,-0.833364427
Petrol in Sri Lanka would be Rs117 a litre if price formula was on: ex-Finance Minister,3/10/2020,Energy,Retail fuel prices in in Sri Lanka would be about 20 rupees down with 92-Octane petrol at   117 rupees a litre from the ...,Petrol in Sri Lanka would be Rs117 a litre if price formula was on: ex-Finance Minister Retail fuel prices in in Sri Lanka would be about 20 rupees down with 92-Octane petrol at   117 rupees a litre from the ...,negative,-0.998052835
Saudi bourse leads Gulf rally as oil prices recover,3/10/2020,Uncategorized,"Stock markets in the energy-rich Gulf states made a strong rebound in opening trade Tuesday, led by the Saudi bourse whi...","Saudi bourse leads Gulf rally as oil prices recover Stock markets in the energy-rich Gulf states made a strong rebound in opening trade Tuesday, led by the Saudi bourse whi...",positive,0.995033383
"Confusion over Rs 7,500 fee at quarantine centres",3/10/2020,Health,A report that new arrivals to the country including Sri Lankan nationals that are quarantined in Batticaloa and Kandakad...,"Confusion over Rs 7,500 fee at quarantine centres A report that new arrivals to the country including Sri Lankan nationals that are quarantined in Batticaloa and Kandakad...",negative,-0.987981737
Tensions between SLFP and SLPP rise to the top,3/10/2020,Politics,Simmering tensions between the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) and the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) members of the ...,Tensions between SLFP and SLPP rise to the top Simmering tensions between the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) and the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) members of the ...,negative,-0.856417
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, bond yields up",3/10/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 182.40/50 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields gaine...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 182.40/50 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields gaine...",negative,-0.997251213
Sri Lanka stock trading halted as market plunges 5-pct at open,3/10/2020,Markets,"Trading in Sri Lanka's stocks were halted as the market plunged 5 percent soon after opening, following turmoil in globa...","Sri Lanka stock trading halted as market plunges 5-pct at open Trading in Sri Lanka's stocks were halted as the market plunged 5 percent soon after opening, following turmoil in globa...",negative,-0.999385118
"Sri Lanka mulls cutting controlled petrol, diesel prices after oil crash",3/10/2020,Energy,"Sri Lanka is considering a cut in retail fuel tariffs after global oil prices crashed, Minister of Power and Energy Mahi...","Sri Lanka mulls cutting controlled petrol, diesel prices after oil crash Sri Lanka is considering a cut in retail fuel tariffs after global oil prices crashed, Minister of Power and Energy Mahi...",negative,-0.996776879
"Sri Lanka bank credit to state surge in January 2020, private loans muted",3/10/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka' credit to government from commercial banks had surged to 147.8 billion rupees in January 2020, up from 34.4 b...","Sri Lanka bank credit to state surge in January 2020, private loans muted Sri Lanka' credit to government from commercial banks had surged to 147.8 billion rupees in January 2020, up from 34.4 b...",positive,0.743017614
Student in intensive care after an alleged ragging incident,3/10/2020,Law and Order,The University Grants Commission has called for an investigation after a freshman student at the Shri Jayawardhanapura U...,Student in intensive care after an alleged ragging incident The University Grants Commission has called for an investigation after a freshman student at the Shri Jayawardhanapura U...,negative,-0.992480636
Oil prices move up in Asian trade after crash,3/10/2020,International news,Oil prices were up more than three percent in Asian trade Tuesday following heavy losses a day earlier after top exporte...,Oil prices move up in Asian trade after crash Oil prices were up more than three percent in Asian trade Tuesday following heavy losses a day earlier after top exporte...,positive,0.986401618
Oil crash sparks 'Black Monday' meltdown on virus-hit markets,3/10/2020,International news,"World oil prices crashed Monday, fueling a vicious selloff on stock markets which were already buckling from the spreadi...","Oil crash sparks 'Black Monday' meltdown on virus-hit markets World oil prices crashed Monday, fueling a vicious selloff on stock markets which were already buckling from the spreadi...",negative,-0.998114705
US stocks trade halted for 15 minutes after bruising open,3/9/2020,International news,Trading on Wall Street was temporarily halted early Monday as US stocks joined a global rout on crashing oil prices and ...,US stocks trade halted for 15 minutes after bruising open Trading on Wall Street was temporarily halted early Monday as US stocks joined a global rout on crashing oil prices and ...,negative,-0.999119937
Foreign investors sell more Sri Lanka rupee bonds after rate cut,3/9/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Foreign investors have sold another eight billion rupees worth Sri Lanka rupee bonds in the week to March 04, 2020, offi...","Foreign investors sell more Sri Lanka rupee bonds after rate cut Foreign investors have sold another eight billion rupees worth Sri Lanka rupee bonds in the week to March 04, 2020, offi...",negative,-0.993812323
Qatar bans Sri Lankans from going there over COVID19,3/9/2020,Aviation,"Qatar has temporarily banned travellers from Sri Lanka and 13 other countries from entering the country,  an advisory fr...","Qatar bans Sri Lankans from going there over COVID19 Qatar has temporarily banned travellers from Sri Lanka and 13 other countries from entering the country,  an advisory fr...",negative,-0.990880132
"Sri Lanka to quarantine travelers from Italy, Korea, Iran from March 10: official",3/9/2020,Aviation,"Sri Lanka will quarantine incoming passengers from Italy, Korea and Iran on flights arriving from 0400 am on March 10 (T...","Sri Lanka to quarantine travelers from Italy, Korea, Iran from March 10: official Sri Lanka will quarantine incoming passengers from Italy, Korea and Iran on flights arriving from 0400 am on March 10 (T...",positive,0.810332954
Coronavirus to cause first annual decline in oil use in decade: IEA,3/9/2020,Energy,The world is set for its first annual decline in oil consumption in more than a decade due to the impact of the coronavi...,Coronavirus to cause first annual decline in oil use in decade: IEA The world is set for its first annual decline in oil consumption in more than a decade due to the impact of the coronavi...,negative,-0.988886356
Sajith's alliance Headquarters opened in Kotte,3/9/2020,Politics,The leader of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Sajith Premadasa is inviting all those opposed to the government to join ...,Sajith's alliance Headquarters opened in Kotte The leader of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Sajith Premadasa is inviting all those opposed to the government to join ...,positive,0.998290241
"Colombo Fashion Week in eco-friendly drive, riding Sri Lanka's status as production hub",3/9/2020,Apparel,Sri Lanka has an opportunity to combine both design and manufacture of apparel to serve customers with eco-friendly prod...,"Colombo Fashion Week in eco-friendly drive, riding Sri Lanka's status as production hub Sri Lanka has an opportunity to combine both design and manufacture of apparel to serve customers with eco-friendly prod...",positive,0.999381423
"Asian markets collapse as virus spreads, oil prices crash",3/9/2020,International news,"Equity markets collapsed Monday as the rapidly spreading coronavirus fans fears over the global economy, while a crash i...","Asian markets collapse as virus spreads, oil prices crash Equity markets collapsed Monday as the rapidly spreading coronavirus fans fears over the global economy, while a crash i...",negative,-0.999397397
"Brent crashes to US$36, after Saudi Arabian light price slashed",3/9/2020,Energy,Oil plunged over 20 percent Monday after top exporter Saudi Arabia launched a price war in response to a failure by lead...,"Brent crashes to US$36, after Saudi Arabian light price slashed Oil plunged over 20 percent Monday after top exporter Saudi Arabia launched a price war in response to a failure by lead...",negative,-0.999115765
"Sri Lanka forex reserves rise to US$7.9bn in Jan 2020 before rate cut, profit transfer",3/9/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's forex reserves had grown to 7,948 million US dollars in January 2020, from 7512 million US dollars ahead of ...","Sri Lanka forex reserves rise to US$7.9bn in Jan 2020 before rate cut, profit transfer Sri Lanka's forex reserves had grown to 7,948 million US dollars in January 2020, from 7512 million US dollars ahead of ...",negative,-0.660616219
"Sri Lanka hires 45,000 graduates in costly fallout from state university crisis",3/8/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka has announced that 45,585 graduate mainly from state universities who failed to get a job in productive secto...","Sri Lanka hires 45,000 graduates in costly fallout from state university crisis  Sri Lanka has announced that 45,585 graduate mainly from state universities who failed to get a job in productive secto...",negative,-0.99761188
Maldives reports first coronavirus cases,3/8/2020,South Asia,"Two hotel employees tested positive for the novel coronavirus at a luxury resort in the Maldives, the government said Sa...","Maldives reports first coronavirus cases Two hotel employees tested positive for the novel coronavirus at a luxury resort in the Maldives, the government said Sa...",negative,-0.975464702
"Sri Lanka in talks with China for US$1,000mn, RMB2000mn 10-year loans: Minister",3/8/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's cabinet has given the nod to negotiate 10-year US dollar and Renminbi denominated loans from China Developme...,"Sri Lanka in talks with China for US$1,000mn, RMB2000mn 10-year loans: Minister Sri Lanka's cabinet has given the nod to negotiate 10-year US dollar and Renminbi denominated loans from China Developme...",positive,0.98057735
"Without female engagement, Sri Lanka’s Growth will sputter",3/8/2020,Economy,"In Sri Lanka, 73.6% of working-age men are in the labour market but only 36.6% of working-age women. This 37% gap betwee...","Without female engagement, Sri Lanka’s Growth will sputter In Sri Lanka, 73.6% of working-age men are in the labour market but only 36.6% of working-age women. This 37% gap betwee...",negative,-0.998370707
"Akila Viraj has a ""deal with the government""- Imtiaz",3/7/2020,Uncategorized,"Five days before Nomination Day, the United National Party has made a move that will surely scuttle any attempts to unit...","Akila Viraj has a ""deal with the government""- Imtiaz Five days before Nomination Day, the United National Party has made a move that will surely scuttle any attempts to unit...",negative,-0.936937213
Sri Lankan Airlines cancels flights to Kuwait on Coronavirus order,3/7/2020,Aviation,Sri Lanka's SriLankan Airlines has cancelled its daily flight to Kuwait after authorities in the Middle Eastern nation o...,Sri Lankan Airlines cancels flights to Kuwait on Coronavirus order Sri Lanka's SriLankan Airlines has cancelled its daily flight to Kuwait after authorities in the Middle Eastern nation o...,negative,-0.999405503
"Dubai-based Emirates stops date change fees over Coronavirus, disinfects aircraft",3/7/2020,Aviation,Dubai-based airline Emirates said it will not charge date change fees for bookings made from March 07 to 31 and is disin...,"Dubai-based Emirates stops date change fees over Coronavirus, disinfects aircraft Dubai-based airline Emirates said it will not charge date change fees for bookings made from March 07 to 31 and is disin...",negative,-0.999492645
China exports plunge 17.5-pct on coronavirus epidemic,3/7/2020,Economy,China's exports plummeted in the first two months of this year on the back of a coronavirus epidemic that forced busines...,China exports plunge 17.5-pct on coronavirus epidemic China's exports plummeted in the first two months of this year on the back of a coronavirus epidemic that forced busines...,negative,-0.998906493
"UberEats in drive to give wheels to Sri Lanka women partners, boost safety",3/7/2020,Business,UberEats in Sri Lanka is working on arranging credit facilities for women drivers in their platform to get their own veh...,"UberEats in drive to give wheels to Sri Lanka women partners, boost safety UberEats in Sri Lanka is working on arranging credit facilities for women drivers in their platform to get their own veh...",negative,-0.954547167
We will reinstate all who were politically victimised - Sajith,3/7/2020,Political News,Leader of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Sajith Premadasa says that when he wins the parliamentary elections he will r...,We will reinstate all who were politically victimised - Sajith Leader of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Sajith Premadasa says that when he wins the parliamentary elections he will r...,negative,-0.920822382
Sri Lanka expects apparel orders to recover;  Coronavius hit on exports US$500mn in 2Q,3/7/2020,Business," Sri Lanka is expecting to lose 500 million US dollars of apparel exports from March to June 2020, as an outbreak of Cor...","Sri Lanka expects apparel orders to recover;  Coronavius hit on exports US$500mn in 2Q  Sri Lanka is expecting to lose 500 million US dollars of apparel exports from March to June 2020, as an outbreak of Cor...",negative,-0.999545872
Sri Lanka's parliamentary electoral process explained,3/7/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka is set to go to the polls again on April 25. This is a brief explainer on the workings behind the all-importan...,Sri Lanka's parliamentary electoral process explained Sri Lanka is set to go to the polls again on April 25. This is a brief explainer on the workings behind the all-importan...,positive,0.622424662
BMW 530e — One for the drivers left amongst us,3/7/2020,Autos,"The BMW 5-Series is a hugely-important car in the Bavarian automaker's model architecture. The 3, 5, and 7 have been aro...","BMW 530e — One for the drivers left amongst us The BMW 5-Series is a hugely-important car in the Bavarian automaker's model architecture. The 3, 5, and 7 have been aro...",positive,0.99930191
"Sri Lanka rupee gains, bond yields ease at close",3/6/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.85/00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields eased, ...","Sri Lanka rupee gains, bond yields ease at close Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.85/00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields eased, ...",positive,0.748046935
Arrest warrants issued on RaviK and 10 others,3/6/2020,Law and Order,The Fort Magistrate Ranga Dissanayake Friday issued arrest warrants against former Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake an...,Arrest warrants issued on RaviK and 10 others The Fort Magistrate Ranga Dissanayake Friday issued arrest warrants against former Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake an...,negative,-0.97363764
"Sri Lanka stocks close lower on CTC, JKH, SLT",3/6/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s stock closed 2.57 percent lower on Friday, dragged down by Ceylon Tobacco Company, John Keells Holdings an...","Sri Lanka stocks close lower on CTC, JKH, SLT Sri Lanka’s stock closed 2.57 percent lower on Friday, dragged down by Ceylon Tobacco Company, John Keells Holdings an...",negative,-0.999703825
Red tape hinders registration of small businesses in Sri Lanka: think tank,3/6/2020,Economy,"Red tape is hindering the registration of small businesses at Divisional Secretariats in Sri Lanka, oppressing the poor ...","Red tape hinders registration of small businesses in Sri Lanka: think tank Red tape is hindering the registration of small businesses at Divisional Secretariats in Sri Lanka, oppressing the poor ...",negative,-0.999665499
Mullaitivu District Secy wants NGOs to prioritise infrastructure development,3/6/2020,Human Rights,Non-governmental Organisations (NGOs) must be allowed to provide “soft skills” to Sri Lankans unhindered the Nationa...,Mullaitivu District Secy wants NGOs to prioritise infrastructure development Non-governmental Organisations (NGOs) must be allowed to provide “soft skills” to Sri Lankans unhindered the Nationa...,negative,-0.987772644
Sri Lanka Treasury has to decide whether to use once-in-150-year chance,3/6/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasury would have to decide whether to make use of unusually low interest rates to borrow from internation...,Sri Lanka Treasury has to decide whether to use once-in-150-year chance Sri Lanka's Treasury would have to decide whether to make use of unusually low interest rates to borrow from internation...,negative,-0.999105155
"SriLankan Airlines suspends flights to Jeddah, China amid Coronavirus",3/6/2020,Aviation,"State-run SriLankan Airlines may suspend flights to China for a time amid a Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, as passenge...","SriLankan Airlines suspends flights to Jeddah, China amid Coronavirus State-run SriLankan Airlines may suspend flights to China for a time amid a Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, as passenge...",negative,-0.999438703
Airlines grim as trade group sees potential $113 bn hit from virus,3/6/2020,Aviation," Airlines face a revenue hit of up to $113 billion in 2020 due to coronavirus, a trade group warned Thursday, as more co...","Airlines grim as trade group sees potential $113 bn hit from virus  Airlines face a revenue hit of up to $113 billion in 2020 due to coronavirus, a trade group warned Thursday, as more co...",negative,-0.999131024
Sri Lanka central bank in talks with accounting body over NPL treatment from moratorium,3/6/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank is engaged in discussions with the Institute of Chartered Accountants (CA Sri Lanka) over provi...,Sri Lanka central bank in talks with accounting body over NPL treatment from moratorium Sri Lanka's central bank is engaged in discussions with the Institute of Chartered Accountants (CA Sri Lanka) over provi...,positive,0.507614315
Sri Lanka expects 3.5-4.0-pct GDP growth in 2020: CB Governor,3/6/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is expecting 3.5-4.0 percent growth in gross domestic product in 2020, amid a hit from Coronavirus while infla...","Sri Lanka expects 3.5-4.0-pct GDP growth in 2020: CB Governor Sri Lanka is expecting 3.5-4.0 percent growth in gross domestic product in 2020, amid a hit from Coronavirus while infla...",negative,-0.973507822
Gota wants you to choose MPs carefully,3/6/2020,Politics, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will campaign for the Sri Lanka Nidahas Podujana Sandhanaya (SLNPS) but will not be respon...,Gota wants you to choose MPs carefully  President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will campaign for the Sri Lanka Nidahas Podujana Sandhanaya (SLNPS) but will not be respon...,negative,-0.900398374
"European, US stocks resume slide as virus spreads, oil also drops",3/6/2020,International news," European and US stock markets resumed their downward slide Thursday, while Brent oil prices slid below $50 a barrel for...","European, US stocks resume slide as virus spreads, oil also drops  European and US stock markets resumed their downward slide Thursday, while Brent oil prices slid below $50 a barrel for...",negative,-0.998045564
Sri Lanka excess liquidity spike in Feb from central bank profit transfer,3/6/2020,Economy,A steep jump in excess liquidity in Sri Lanka's interbank money markets came from a transfer of profits from the central...,Sri Lanka excess liquidity spike in Feb from central bank profit transfer A steep jump in excess liquidity in Sri Lanka's interbank money markets came from a transfer of profits from the central...,negative,-0.990266025
Big Onions to cost more,3/6/2020,Consumer Affairs,ECONOMYNEXT-The Finance Ministry has increased the minimum guaranteed price of the government for big onions from Rs 60 ...,Big Onions to cost more ECONOMYNEXT-The Finance Ministry has increased the minimum guaranteed price of the government for big onions from Rs 60 ...,negative,-0.504772127
Former UPFA Councillor arrested and given bail over alleged rape of foreigner,3/6/2020,Law and Order,ECONOMYNEXT- Former Southern Provincial Councilor Krishantha Pushpakumara and his driver who was arrested by police this...,Former UPFA Councillor arrested and given bail over alleged rape of foreigner ECONOMYNEXT- Former Southern Provincial Councilor Krishantha Pushpakumara and his driver who was arrested by police this...,negative,-0.985728085
"Sri Lanka to subsidise pipe-borne water connections for 150,000 low-income houses",3/5/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka plans to connect 150,000 new houses to pipe borne water in the first two quarters of 2020 by lowering initial ...","Sri Lanka to subsidise pipe-borne water connections for 150,000 low-income houses Sri Lanka plans to connect 150,000 new houses to pipe borne water in the first two quarters of 2020 by lowering initial ...",negative,-0.983483434
Sri Lanka looks to set up broadcast regulator for television and radio,3/5/2020,ICT, Sri Lanka is looking to regulate television and radio broadcasting and the cabinet of ministers had set up a committee ...,Sri Lanka looks to set up broadcast regulator for television and radio  Sri Lanka is looking to regulate television and radio broadcasting and the cabinet of ministers had set up a committee ...,negative,-0.986595809
Gotabaya agrees to term-limits for Presidency – “I need only one term”,3/5/2020,Politics,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa says he wants his party to get a two-thirds majority in Parliament to make changes in the C...,Gotabaya agrees to term-limits for Presidency – “I need only one term” President Gotabaya Rajapaksa says he wants his party to get a two-thirds majority in Parliament to make changes in the C...,negative,-0.980959535
"Sri Lanka rupee, bond yields end stronger",3/5/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was closed stronger at 181.85/90 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields g...,"Sri Lanka rupee, bond yields end stronger Sri Lanka’s rupee was closed stronger at 181.85/90 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields g...",negative,-0.946518481
Suspension of graduate recruitment drive: Sajith denies involvement,3/5/2020,Politics,A government-backed misinformation campaign on social media has falsely accused him of involvement in suspending a contr...,Suspension of graduate recruitment drive: Sajith denies involvement A government-backed misinformation campaign on social media has falsely accused him of involvement in suspending a contr...,negative,-0.998437703
Sri Lanka stocks fall on banks,3/5/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stock closed 0.92 percent lower on Thursday, dragged down by John Keells Holdings, Commercial Bank of Ceyl...","Sri Lanka stocks fall on banks Sri Lanka’s stock closed 0.92 percent lower on Thursday, dragged down by John Keells Holdings, Commercial Bank of Ceyl...",negative,-0.9996984
Gota disagrees with Deshapriya over graduate appointees,3/5/2020,Politics,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa does not agree with the order given by the Elections Commission to refrain from handing ove...,Gota disagrees with Deshapriya over graduate appointees President Gotabaya Rajapaksa does not agree with the order given by the Elections Commission to refrain from handing ove...,negative,-0.991993785
Sri Lanka to execute an action plan to boost access to finance,3/5/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka will execute an action plan to expand access to banking, payment services, insurance and pensions, co-cabinet ...","Sri Lanka to execute an action plan to boost access to finance Sri Lanka will execute an action plan to expand access to banking, payment services, insurance and pensions, co-cabinet ...",positive,0.998023152
Women in Night and Shift Work in Sri Lanka: Policies to Facilitate More Participation,3/5/2020,Op-ed/Special Reports,"Labour markets are undergoing rapid changes, while technological advances, income growth, and urbanisation are transfor...","Women in Night and Shift Work in Sri Lanka: Policies to Facilitate More Participation Labour markets are undergoing rapid changes, while technological advances, income growth, and urbanisation are transfor...",positive,0.86181426
"Sri Lanka to set up state real estate holding company for Hilton, Hyatt, GOH",3/5/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka will set up a holding company owned by the Treasury, Bank of Ceylon and Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation to con...","Sri Lanka to set up state real estate holding company for Hilton, Hyatt, GOH Sri Lanka will set up a holding company owned by the Treasury, Bank of Ceylon and Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation to con...",negative,-0.971414685
Govt to meet EC chairman over decision to halt graduate appointments,3/5/2020,Politics,Government officials will meet Election Commission (EC) Chairman Mahinda Deshapriya today to clarify a directive issued ...,Govt to meet EC chairman over decision to halt graduate appointments Government officials will meet Election Commission (EC) Chairman Mahinda Deshapriya today to clarify a directive issued ...,positive,0.687682033
"Sri Lanka halts cruise tourism on Coronavirus, to quarantine high risk arrivals",3/5/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's has halted cruise tourism as the Coronavirus spread to Europe and the US and the Indian Ocean island will al...,"Sri Lanka halts cruise tourism on Coronavirus, to quarantine high risk arrivals Sri Lanka's has halted cruise tourism as the Coronavirus spread to Europe and the US and the Indian Ocean island will al...",negative,-0.999655247
Heat index at 'extreme caution' level for several provinces,3/5/2020,Weather and Climate,"The heat index, or temperature felt by the human body, has reached an ‘extreme caution’ level in several provinces a...","Heat index at 'extreme caution' level for several provinces The heat index, or temperature felt by the human body, has reached an ‘extreme caution’ level in several provinces a...",negative,-0.914226353
Sri Lanka could finalize billion dollar plus China loan within weeks,3/5/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is making good progress with a loans of more than a billion US dollars loan from China Development Bank, which...","Sri Lanka could finalize billion dollar plus China loan within weeks Sri Lanka is making good progress with a loans of more than a billion US dollars loan from China Development Bank, which...",positive,0.798100889
"Sri Lanka rupee, gilt yields gain at open",3/5/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 181.85/90 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields g...,"Sri Lanka rupee, gilt yields gain at open Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 181.85/90 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields g...",negative,-0.943357468
"Sri Lanka trade, tourism, remittances to be hit by Coronavirus: Central Bank",3/5/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's exports, imports, tourism and overseas remittances would be hit by an ongoing outbreak of novel Coronavirus ...","Sri Lanka trade, tourism, remittances to be hit by Coronavirus: Central Bank Sri Lanka's exports, imports, tourism and overseas remittances would be hit by an ongoing outbreak of novel Coronavirus ...",negative,-0.998870194
Sri Lanka's central bank keeps rates unchanged in Feb amid Coronavirus fallout,3/5/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's central bank kept its policy rates unchanged in February 2020 saying credit was starting to pick up, but war...","Sri Lanka's central bank keeps rates unchanged in Feb amid Coronavirus fallout Sri Lanka's central bank kept its policy rates unchanged in February 2020 saying credit was starting to pick up, but war...",negative,-0.995664537
Sajith faction gathers momentum,3/5/2020,Politics,The nomination board of the Sajith Premadasa-led Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) met yesterday and claimed that it had fina...,Sajith faction gathers momentum The nomination board of the Sajith Premadasa-led Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) met yesterday and claimed that it had fina...,negative,-0.965177238
"Sri Lanka social media blackouts, protectionism hurt young female entrepreneurs: IPS",3/5/2020,Business,"Social media blackouts and protectionism hurt women-led micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) which rely on ...","Sri Lanka social media blackouts, protectionism hurt young female entrepreneurs: IPS Social media blackouts and protectionism hurt women-led micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) which rely on ...",negative,-0.997643292
Coronavirus to slash US$50bn in global exports: UNCTAD,3/5/2020,International news, A production slowdown in China stemming from the new coronavirus outbreak will slash global exports by $50 billion in c...,Coronavirus to slash US$50bn in global exports: UNCTAD  A production slowdown in China stemming from the new coronavirus outbreak will slash global exports by $50 billion in c...,negative,-0.999568164
"Ravi K says his arrest order is a ""political conspiracy""",3/4/2020,Law and Order,Former Minister Ravi Karunanayake is calling the order to arrest him in connection with the Bonds Scam a “political co...,"Ravi K says his arrest order is a ""political conspiracy"" Former Minister Ravi Karunanayake is calling the order to arrest him in connection with the Bonds Scam a “political co...",negative,-0.998312116
Sri Lanka stocks reverse gains made since Monday,3/4/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stock closed 1.48 percent lower on Wednesday, dragged down by Dialog Axiata, John Keells Holdings and LOLC H...","Sri Lanka stocks reverse gains made since Monday Sri Lanka's stock closed 1.48 percent lower on Wednesday, dragged down by Dialog Axiata, John Keells Holdings and LOLC H...",negative,-0.999675632
"Sri Lanka rupee ends slightly firmer, gilt yields down",3/4/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 182.00/182.05 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields ...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends slightly firmer, gilt yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 182.00/182.05 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields ...",negative,-0.884272993
UNP WC meetings no longer relevant to us: Sujeewa,3/4/2020,Political News,Working committee meetings of the United National Party (UNP) are no longer relevant to the faction loyal to prime minis...,UNP WC meetings no longer relevant to us: Sujeewa Working committee meetings of the United National Party (UNP) are no longer relevant to the faction loyal to prime minis...,negative,-0.999755919
Lakshman Kiriella to support Sajith,3/4/2020,Political News,Former United National Party (UNP) parliamentarian Lakshman Kiriella will contest the upcoming parliamentary election Sa...,Lakshman Kiriella to support Sajith Former United National Party (UNP) parliamentarian Lakshman Kiriella will contest the upcoming parliamentary election Sa...,positive,0.938183248
Elections Commission stops state job appointments during campaign,3/4/2020,Politics,The Elections Commission (EC) has ordered that the government refrain from handing over letters of appointment to gradua...,Elections Commission stops state job appointments during campaign The Elections Commission (EC) has ordered that the government refrain from handing over letters of appointment to gradua...,negative,-0.993585408
Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields fall across maturities,3/4/2020,Bonds & Forex,Yields at Sri Lanka’s Treasury Bill auction on Wednesday fell across all maturities with twelve month maturity falling...,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields fall across maturities Yields at Sri Lanka’s Treasury Bill auction on Wednesday fell across all maturities with twelve month maturity falling...,negative,-0.998761535
Human Rights Watch: Security agencies shutting down civic space in Sri Lanka,3/4/2020,Human Rights,"Citing 15 Sri Lankan human rights activists working in different parts of the country, Human Rights Watch raised concern...","Human Rights Watch: Security agencies shutting down civic space in Sri Lanka Citing 15 Sri Lankan human rights activists working in different parts of the country, Human Rights Watch raised concern...",positive,0.641669154
"Sri Lanka tourist arrivals slide with Coronavirus, Chinese arrivals plunge 92-pct in Feb",3/4/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals have fallen 17.7 percent from a year ago to 207,507 in February 2020, hit by the novel Coro...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals slide with Coronavirus, Chinese arrivals plunge 92-pct in Feb Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals have fallen 17.7 percent from a year ago to 207,507 in February 2020, hit by the novel Coro...",negative,-0.998360693
Sri Lanka President in push to ensure fertilizer supplies for Yala,3/4/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has met officials to ensure supplies of fertilizer with for the Yala cultivatio...,Sri Lanka President in push to ensure fertilizer supplies for Yala Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has met officials to ensure supplies of fertilizer with for the Yala cultivatio...,positive,0.992062211
Senkadagala Finance acquires Sri Lanka's Candor Asset Management,3/4/2020,Finance,"Candor Asset Management, a Sri Lankan unit trust and private portfolio management firm, was aquired by Senkadagala Finan...","Senkadagala Finance acquires Sri Lanka's Candor Asset Management Candor Asset Management, a Sri Lankan unit trust and private portfolio management firm, was aquired by Senkadagala Finan...",negative,-0.862589002
Navy's mid-sea drug bust could be worth Rs 6bn,3/4/2020,Crime,"The narcotics seized off the seas of Galle last weekend by the Sri Lanka Navy could be worth up to Rs 6,000 million, Nav...","Navy's mid-sea drug bust could be worth Rs 6bn The narcotics seized off the seas of Galle last weekend by the Sri Lanka Navy could be worth up to Rs 6,000 million, Nav...",negative,-0.99621284
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks fall",3/4/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 181.92/98 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields ...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks fall Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 181.92/98 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields ...",negative,-0.90695554
"IMF, World Bank to hold spring meetings in 'virtual format' after Coronavirus",3/4/2020,International news,"The spring gathering of finance ministers and central bankers held in Washington in April will be shifted to a ""virtual ...","IMF, World Bank to hold spring meetings in 'virtual format' after Coronavirus The spring gathering of finance ministers and central bankers held in Washington in April will be shifted to a ""virtual ...",negative,-0.988334537
"China-run Hambantota Port in Sri Lanka setting up warehouses, distribution centres",3/4/2020,Logistics,"Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port, operated by China's CM Ports group is setting up warehouses and distribution centres to str...","China-run Hambantota Port in Sri Lanka setting up warehouses, distribution centres Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port, operated by China's CM Ports group is setting up warehouses and distribution centres to str...",negative,-0.960767686
Sajith wants better protection for women and children,3/4/2020,Law and Order,Former Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa is calling for an end to child abuse and violence against women.,Sajith wants better protection for women and children Former Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa is calling for an end to child abuse and violence against women.,negative,-0.914893806
Sri Lanka's Union Bank expects credit pick-up after polls,3/4/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka’s Union Bank is expecting loan growth to pick up in 2020 after upcoming general elections, as the country em...","Sri Lanka's Union Bank expects credit pick-up after polls Sri Lanka’s Union Bank is expecting loan growth to pick up in 2020 after upcoming general elections, as the country em...",negative,-0.985220671
US stocks resume downward trend amid skepticsm of Fed rate cut,3/4/2020,International news,"Wall Street stocks suffered another rout Tuesday, while the yield on US Treasury bonds slid to new all-time lows as inve...","US stocks resume downward trend amid skepticsm of Fed rate cut Wall Street stocks suffered another rout Tuesday, while the yield on US Treasury bonds slid to new all-time lows as inve...",negative,-0.999504805
"Sri Lanka's merchandise exports down 7-pct in January 2020, services up: EDB",3/4/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's merchandise exports fell 7.4 percent from a year ago to 961.2 million US dollars in January 2020, though ser...","Sri Lanka's merchandise exports down 7-pct in January 2020, services up: EDB Sri Lanka's merchandise exports fell 7.4 percent from a year ago to 961.2 million US dollars in January 2020, though ser...",negative,-0.998431504
Federal Reserve cuts key interest rate due to virus risk,3/3/2020,Economy,"The US Federal Reserve announced an emergency rate cut Tuesday, responding to the growing economic risk posed by the cor...","Federal Reserve cuts key interest rate due to virus risk The US Federal Reserve announced an emergency rate cut Tuesday, responding to the growing economic risk posed by the cor...",negative,-0.992915154
"Sri Lanka AG orders ex-Finance Minister, CB Governor, arrested over Rs51bn securities fraud",3/3/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's Attorney General has asked police to arrest ex-Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake, ex-Central Bank Governor ...","Sri Lanka AG orders ex-Finance Minister, CB Governor, arrested over Rs51bn securities fraud Sri Lanka's Attorney General has asked police to arrest ex-Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake, ex-Central Bank Governor ...",negative,-0.976382077
Foreign vessels exporting out of SL spells trouble for local fishermen - Sajith,3/3/2020,Politics,The fishing community is facing numerous challenges due to foreign fishing vessels being allowed to unload their stocks ...,Foreign vessels exporting out of SL spells trouble for local fishermen - Sajith The fishing community is facing numerous challenges due to foreign fishing vessels being allowed to unload their stocks ...,negative,-0.998539686
Ahimsa gets right to seek justice for her father after appeal Court decision,3/3/2020,Law and Order,A San Francisco court has vacated the lower court’s ruling that President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is entitled to common law...,Ahimsa gets right to seek justice for her father after appeal Court decision A San Francisco court has vacated the lower court’s ruling that President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is entitled to common law...,positive,0.982971609
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields down",3/3/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 182.08/15 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields eased and...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 182.08/15 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields eased and...",negative,-0.997710109
Attorney General directs police to arrest Ravi K and others over Bonds scam,3/3/2020,Law and Order,The Attorney General Dappula de Livera has directed police to obtain warrants from court to arrest former Minister Ravi ...,Attorney General directs police to arrest Ravi K and others over Bonds scam The Attorney General Dappula de Livera has directed police to obtain warrants from court to arrest former Minister Ravi ...,negative,-0.885284781
Mahinda raises controversial Anti-Conversion Bill issue,3/3/2020,Opinion,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is driving the governing party’s Parliamentary Election campaign and at the outset ha...,Mahinda raises controversial Anti-Conversion Bill issue Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is driving the governing party’s Parliamentary Election campaign and at the outset ha...,negative,-0.931212604
Sri Lanka hikes tax on fish imports,3/3/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka has hiked a tax on imported fish to 150 rupees a kilogram from 100 rupees or 10 percent of the value, the fin...","Sri Lanka hikes tax on fish imports  Sri Lanka has hiked a tax on imported fish to 150 rupees a kilogram from 100 rupees or 10 percent of the value, the fin...",negative,-0.964724541
"UN special rapporteur on religious freedom: SL rejects ""inaccurate assertions""",3/3/2020,Human Rights,Sri Lanka rejected today what it called inaccurate assertions and inadequate assessments made by the UN Special Rapporte...,"UN special rapporteur on religious freedom: SL rejects ""inaccurate assertions"" Sri Lanka rejected today what it called inaccurate assertions and inadequate assessments made by the UN Special Rapporte...",negative,-0.991973639
Sri Lanka's Dialog Finance gets shareholder nod to raise Rs700mn,3/3/2020,ICT,"Dialog Finance Plc, a unit of Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata has received shareholder approval to raise 701 million rupees to...","Sri Lanka's Dialog Finance gets shareholder nod to raise Rs700mn Dialog Finance Plc, a unit of Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata has received shareholder approval to raise 701 million rupees to...",negative,-0.696885347
Relief for microcredit victims in North and North Central Provinces,3/3/2020,Uncategorized,On the eve of elections the government is raising the credit limit for state-run microcredit providers and lowering inte...,Relief for microcredit victims in North and North Central Provinces On the eve of elections the government is raising the credit limit for state-run microcredit providers and lowering inte...,negative,-0.953206599
OPEC to try to stem oil price plunge amid coronavirus slowdown,3/3/2020,International news,The OPEC club of oil-producing countries meets Thursday in Vienna as they weigh how to react to a sharp drop in global o...,OPEC to try to stem oil price plunge amid coronavirus slowdown The OPEC club of oil-producing countries meets Thursday in Vienna as they weigh how to react to a sharp drop in global o...,negative,-0.953698516
Sri Lanka to host UN Asia-Pacific tourism crisis management confab,3/3/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka will host a conference of Asia Pacific tourism ministers, state and industry officials in June 2020 focussing ...","Sri Lanka to host UN Asia-Pacific tourism crisis management confab Sri Lanka will host a conference of Asia Pacific tourism ministers, state and industry officials in June 2020 focussing ...",positive,0.994610786
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields down",3/3/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker 182.10/15 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields down mar...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker 182.10/15 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields down mar...",negative,-0.998588383
Nestlé Sri Lanka unit Dec profits fall on lower sales,3/3/2020,Agriculture,The Sri Lankan unit of food and beverage multinational Nestlé said profits for the December quarter fell 17.2 percent t...,Nestlé Sri Lanka unit Dec profits fall on lower sales The Sri Lankan unit of food and beverage multinational Nestlé said profits for the December quarter fell 17.2 percent t...,negative,-0.999628544
Sri Lanka coconut prices edge up at auction,3/3/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's average coconut prices edged up 1.2 percent to 45,455 rupees for a 1000 nuts from 44,882 rupees a week earli...","Sri Lanka coconut prices edge up at auction Sri Lanka's average coconut prices edged up 1.2 percent to 45,455 rupees for a 1000 nuts from 44,882 rupees a week earli...",negative,-0.938172758
Sanjaya Mohottala made head Board of Investment of Sri Lanka,3/3/2020,Economy,"Sanjaya Mohottala, has assumed duties as the Director General of Sri Lanka's Board of Investment, the state investment p...","Sanjaya Mohottala made head Board of Investment of Sri Lanka Sanjaya Mohottala, has assumed duties as the Director General of Sri Lanka's Board of Investment, the state investment p...",positive,0.99653399
"World stocks see wild swings, Wall Street surges; Oil $53",3/3/2020,International news,"Global stock markets experienced exceptional volatility on Monday, but Wall Street bounced back after the G7 announced a...","World stocks see wild swings, Wall Street surges; Oil $53 Global stock markets experienced exceptional volatility on Monday, but Wall Street bounced back after the G7 announced a...",positive,0.98251766
Sri Lanka apparel exporters see orders slashed as Coronavirus spread to markets in Europe,3/3/2020,Apparel,"Apparel exporters in Sri Lanka, already battered by disruptions of raw materials from China which may trigger factory cl...","Sri Lanka apparel exporters see orders slashed as Coronavirus spread to markets in Europe Apparel exporters in Sri Lanka, already battered by disruptions of raw materials from China which may trigger factory cl...",negative,-0.999581993
Coronavirus: latest developments worldwide,3/3/2020,International news,"The OECD warns of a severe hit to growth. The European Union raises the risk level to ""moderate to high"". Tourism is hea...","Coronavirus: latest developments worldwide The OECD warns of a severe hit to growth. The European Union raises the risk level to ""moderate to high"". Tourism is hea...",negative,-0.962710083
Dialog to provide weather and disaster warning data to Sri Lankan fishers,3/2/2020,Business,"Dialog Axiata Plc, Sri Lanka's largest mobile telco, will be providing location-specific weather and disaster warning da...","Dialog to provide weather and disaster warning data to Sri Lankan fishers Dialog Axiata Plc, Sri Lanka's largest mobile telco, will be providing location-specific weather and disaster warning da...",negative,-0.970845163
"Sri Lanka President calls elections on April 25, new parliament on May 14",3/2/2020,Political News," Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has dissolved parliament with polls to be held on April 25, 2020, a proclamati...","Sri Lanka President calls elections on April 25, new parliament on May 14  Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has dissolved parliament with polls to be held on April 25, 2020, a proclamati...",negative,-0.987455249
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields flat",3/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker 182.00/15 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields remained unc...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker 182.00/15 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields remained unc...",negative,-0.999453604
"SJB alliance permanent, not targeting one election - Sajith",3/2/2020,Politics,The Samagi Jana Balawegaya was not established targeting a specific election but will continue as a permanent political ...,"SJB alliance permanent, not targeting one election - Sajith The Samagi Jana Balawegaya was not established targeting a specific election but will continue as a permanent political ...",negative,-0.918755114
Sri Lanka stocks end higher as Asian markets rebound,3/2/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stock closed 0.38 percent higher on Monday, pushed up by John Keells Holdings, Distilleries Company of Sri Lan...","Sri Lanka stocks end higher as Asian markets rebound Sri Lanka stock closed 0.38 percent higher on Monday, pushed up by John Keells Holdings, Distilleries Company of Sri Lan...",negative,-0.985515356
Ranil boycotts UNP alliance launch,3/2/2020,Politics,The United National Party’s headlong rush into oblivion looks like it is well underway after Party Leader Ranil Wickre...,Ranil boycotts UNP alliance launch The United National Party’s headlong rush into oblivion looks like it is well underway after Party Leader Ranil Wickre...,negative,-0.977659285
Tax cuts boost Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon profits in Dec,3/2/2020,Banking,"State-owned Bank of Ceylon (BoC), Sri Lanka's largest lender, posted 10.63 billion rupee profit for the December quarter...","Tax cuts boost Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon profits in Dec State-owned Bank of Ceylon (BoC), Sri Lanka's largest lender, posted 10.63 billion rupee profit for the December quarter...",positive,0.98579222
Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard returns to losses in Dec on forex transactions,3/2/2020,Business,"Colombo Dockyard Plc, a Sri Lankan shipbuilding unit of Japan's Onomichi Dockyard, reported a 90.98 million rupee loss f...","Sri Lanka's Colombo Dockyard returns to losses in Dec on forex transactions Colombo Dockyard Plc, a Sri Lankan shipbuilding unit of Japan's Onomichi Dockyard, reported a 90.98 million rupee loss f...",negative,-0.999504924
Sri Lanka finance companies pressured by capital needs as bad loans rise: Fitch,3/2/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's finance and leasing companies are under pressure to raise capital and regulatory thresholds rise and bad loa...,Sri Lanka finance companies pressured by capital needs as bad loans rise: Fitch Sri Lanka's finance and leasing companies are under pressure to raise capital and regulatory thresholds rise and bad loa...,negative,-0.999720156
Sri Lanka Telecom profits up in Dec on lower income tax,3/2/2020,ICT,State-owned Sri Lanka Telecom Plc (SLT) reported a 39.7 percent growth in net profits to 1.3 billion rupees in the Decem...,Sri Lanka Telecom profits up in Dec on lower income tax State-owned Sri Lanka Telecom Plc (SLT) reported a 39.7 percent growth in net profits to 1.3 billion rupees in the Decem...,negative,-0.700395942
Sri Lanka climbs in misery index in 2019 after currency collapse,3/2/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka's economic misery has increase in 2019, according to an annual global index compiled by a Johns Hopkins econo...","Sri Lanka climbs in misery index in 2019 after currency collapse  Sri Lanka's economic misery has increase in 2019, according to an annual global index compiled by a Johns Hopkins econo...",negative,-0.995858014
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, bond yields unchanged",3/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted 182.05/10 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields remained unchan...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, bond yields unchanged Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted 182.05/10 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields remained unchan...",negative,-0.997763753
"Global virus death toll tops 3,000 as South Korea cases soar",3/2/2020,International news,"The global death toll from the new coronavirus epidemic surpassed 3,000 on Monday after more people died at its epicentr...","Global virus death toll tops 3,000 as South Korea cases soar The global death toll from the new coronavirus epidemic surpassed 3,000 on Monday after more people died at its epicentr...",negative,-0.676768959
"Nearly 500 new coronavirus cases send South Korea total past 4,000",3/2/2020,International news,"South Korea reported nearly 500 new coronavirus cases Monday, sending the largest national total in the world outside Ch...","Nearly 500 new coronavirus cases send South Korea total past 4,000 South Korea reported nearly 500 new coronavirus cases Monday, sending the largest national total in the world outside Ch...",negative,-0.786456227
"Foreigners extend Sri Lanka rupee bond sales amid rate cut, Coronavirus",3/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Foreign investors continued to sell rupee bonds in February 2020, after a rate cut in January, with one of the steepest ...","Foreigners extend Sri Lanka rupee bond sales amid rate cut, Coronavirus Foreign investors continued to sell rupee bonds in February 2020, after a rate cut in January, with one of the steepest ...",negative,-0.994111836
"Parliament dissolution likely today, UNP in shambles",3/2/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka Parliament is likely to be dissolved today and while the governing party’s campaign for an end-April poll is...,"Parliament dissolution likely today, UNP in shambles Sri Lanka Parliament is likely to be dissolved today and while the governing party’s campaign for an end-April poll is...",negative,-0.999466836
Mahindra & Ideal Motors roll-out the KUV100 NXT K6+ to the market,3/1/2020,Autos,"The latest KUV100 from Mahindra has been launched to Sri Lankan consumers. Assembled in Sri Lanka, the first KUV100s hav...","Mahindra & Ideal Motors roll-out the KUV100 NXT K6+ to the market The latest KUV100 from Mahindra has been launched to Sri Lankan consumers. Assembled in Sri Lanka, the first KUV100s hav...",positive,0.996899605
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus controls aimed at new hotspots in Korea, Italy",3/1/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka is applying its anti-Coronavirus control procedures to new hotspots as Italy, Korea and Iran emerged to the fo...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus controls aimed at new hotspots in Korea, Italy Sri Lanka is applying its anti-Coronavirus control procedures to new hotspots as Italy, Korea and Iran emerged to the fo...",negative,-0.954528153
Uberising Banks,3/1/2020,Banking,"A year since launching Moneyworkz. lk in 2018, an online banking aggregator that uses data analytics to match customers ...","Uberising Banks A year since launching Moneyworkz. lk in 2018, an online banking aggregator that uses data analytics to match customers ...",positive,0.672214508
Sri Lanka auto garages lobby regulations for domestic protection,3/1/2020,Autos,Sri Lanka's automobile repair service (garages) are pushing for state controls to stop agents of major brands from quick...,Sri Lanka auto garages lobby regulations for domestic protection Sri Lanka's automobile repair service (garages) are pushing for state controls to stop agents of major brands from quick...,negative,-0.992713153
Navy nabs heroin worth more than Rs. one billion off Galle,2/29/2020,Law and Order,More than a billion rupees worth of narcotics have been seized off the seas of Sri Lanka’s Southern city of Galle on S...,Navy nabs heroin worth more than Rs. one billion off Galle More than a billion rupees worth of narcotics have been seized off the seas of Sri Lanka’s Southern city of Galle on S...,negative,-0.984854877
Make or break decision for UNP tomorrow on eve of Parliamentary dissolution,2/29/2020,Politics,"Sri Lanka’s main opposition United National Party will hold a make-or-break Working Committee meeting tomorrow, Sunday...","Make or break decision for UNP tomorrow on eve of Parliamentary dissolution Sri Lanka’s main opposition United National Party will hold a make-or-break Working Committee meeting tomorrow, Sunday...",positive,0.75192529
Sri Lanka hotels given more time to pay tourism tax,2/29/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's hotels, which were given till January 2020, to pay a tourism tax for 2019, after the industry was hit by sui...","Sri Lanka hotels given more time to pay tourism tax Sri Lanka's hotels, which were given till January 2020, to pay a tourism tax for 2019, after the industry was hit by sui...",negative,-0.99757117
President wants greater scrutiny of Public Accounts,2/29/2020,Fiscal,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is calling on the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Parliament to grade all government ins...,President wants greater scrutiny of Public Accounts President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is calling on the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Parliament to grade all government ins...,negative,-0.990424573
Sri Lanka inflation speeds up to 6.2-pct in February 2020 after rate cut,2/29/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's inflation accelerated to 6.2 percent for the 12-months to February 2020, from 5.7 percent in January as the ...","Sri Lanka inflation speeds up to 6.2-pct in February 2020 after rate cut Sri Lanka's inflation accelerated to 6.2 percent for the 12-months to February 2020, from 5.7 percent in January as the ...",negative,-0.962893963
Sri Lanka's Union Bank profits rise in Dec on lower bad loan provisions,2/28/2020,Banking, Profits at Sri Lanka’s Union Bank of Colombo (UBC) group grew 111 percent to 196 million rupees in the December quart...,Sri Lanka's Union Bank profits rise in Dec on lower bad loan provisions  Profits at Sri Lanka’s Union Bank of Colombo (UBC) group grew 111 percent to 196 million rupees in the December quart...,negative,-0.881040454
"Sri Lanka rupee stable, bond yields ease",2/28/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stable at 181.85/95 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields eased, de...","Sri Lanka rupee stable, bond yields ease Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stable at 181.85/95 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields eased, de...",positive,0.919853508
Sri Lanka's Ceylinco Insurance profits fall in Dec on life insurance transfers,2/28/2020,Finance,Sri Lanka's Ceylinco Insurance said net profits for the December quarter fell 15 percent to 3.09 billion rupees from a y...,Sri Lanka's Ceylinco Insurance profits fall in Dec on life insurance transfers Sri Lanka's Ceylinco Insurance said net profits for the December quarter fell 15 percent to 3.09 billion rupees from a y...,negative,-0.999048889
Sri Lanka stocks return to negative territory,2/28/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks fell 1.32 percent on Wednesday, dragged down by Dialog Axiata and John Keells Holdings, provisional d...","Sri Lanka stocks return to negative territory Sri Lanka's stocks fell 1.32 percent on Wednesday, dragged down by Dialog Axiata and John Keells Holdings, provisional d...",negative,-0.99972707
Dialog acquires systems integration arm of Sri Lanka's VSIS,2/28/2020,ICT,Sri Lankan telco Dialog Axiata Plc in a statement said its subsidiary Dialog Broadband Networks (Private) Ltd has acquir...,Dialog acquires systems integration arm of Sri Lanka's VSIS Sri Lankan telco Dialog Axiata Plc in a statement said its subsidiary Dialog Broadband Networks (Private) Ltd has acquir...,negative,-0.921347976
Is this the end of the road for the SLFP?,2/28/2020,Politics,"With the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna rapidly eclipising the Sri Lanka Freedom Party, what fate awaits a party that once ...","Is this the end of the road for the SLFP? With the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna rapidly eclipising the Sri Lanka Freedom Party, what fate awaits a party that once ...",negative,-0.910548151
'Suraksha' student insurance scheme to continue,2/28/2020,Education,The government will continue the ‘Suraksha’ student insurance scheme initiated by the previous government.,'Suraksha' student insurance scheme to continue The government will continue the ‘Suraksha’ student insurance scheme initiated by the previous government.,negative,-0.782557666
Social Security Fund Act for foreign employees,2/28/2020,Political News,A committee to draft an act to establish a social security fund for Sri Lankans employed abroad has received cabinet app...,Social Security Fund Act for foreign employees A committee to draft an act to establish a social security fund for Sri Lankans employed abroad has received cabinet app...,negative,-0.937804639
New salary policy on the cards for teachers and principals,2/28/2020,Economy,"The cabinet has approved a proposal to resolve salary anomalies in the school teaching service, with a new salary policy...","New salary policy on the cards for teachers and principals The cabinet has approved a proposal to resolve salary anomalies in the school teaching service, with a new salary policy...",negative,-0.503098488
Sri Lanka's Melstacorp cashflows to diversify long term on hospital acquisition: Fitch,2/28/2020,Health,Melstacorp Plc's acquisition of Browns Health Care (Pvt) Ltd  for 1.6 billion rupees will diversify the conglomerate's c...,Sri Lanka's Melstacorp cashflows to diversify long term on hospital acquisition: Fitch Melstacorp Plc's acquisition of Browns Health Care (Pvt) Ltd  for 1.6 billion rupees will diversify the conglomerate's c...,positive,0.956314027
"Sri Lanka takes off landing fees, slashes taxes at two airports to woo South Asian airlines",2/28/2020,Aviation," Sri Lanka is taking off landing and parking charges, slashing embarkation taxes and ground handling fees at two seconda...","Sri Lanka takes off landing fees, slashes taxes at two airports to woo South Asian airlines  Sri Lanka is taking off landing and parking charges, slashing embarkation taxes and ground handling fees at two seconda...",negative,-0.995877147
Sri Lanka willing to sign revised MCC deal addressing concerns: Minister,2/28/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had decided not to sign an agreement with the America's Millennium Challenge Corporatio...,Sri Lanka willing to sign revised MCC deal addressing concerns: Minister Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had decided not to sign an agreement with the America's Millennium Challenge Corporatio...,negative,-0.978870749
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, stocks slide",2/28/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.90/00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields were ...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, stocks slide Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.90/00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields were ...",negative,-0.998497605
Sri Lanka to open US$3.5mn spice testing lab for exports,2/28/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's Industrial Development Board (IDB), in partnership with multilateral agencies is in the process of installin...","Sri Lanka to open US$3.5mn spice testing lab for exports Sri Lanka's Industrial Development Board (IDB), in partnership with multilateral agencies is in the process of installin...",negative,-0.993551254
Sri Lanka's Nations Trust Bank net up 49-pct in Dec quarter,2/28/2020,Banking,Profits at Lanka's Nations Trust Bank rose 49 percent to 1.1 billion rupees in broadbased gains in stable fund and fee b...,Sri Lanka's Nations Trust Bank net up 49-pct in Dec quarter Profits at Lanka's Nations Trust Bank rose 49 percent to 1.1 billion rupees in broadbased gains in stable fund and fee b...,positive,0.760334849
Sri Lanka bank impairments to grow on loan moratorium,2/28/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's banking industry would have to brace for a growth in provisioning for bad loans (impairments) as credit gets...,Sri Lanka bank impairments to grow on loan moratorium Sri Lanka's banking industry would have to brace for a growth in provisioning for bad loans (impairments) as credit gets...,negative,-0.999055207
"India's GoAir says engine troubles are over, adding Sri Lanka, eying six destinations",2/28/2020,Aviation,"India's GoAir, a low cost carrier based in Mumbai is getting ready to ramp up flights with deliveries of new Airbus airc...","India's GoAir says engine troubles are over, adding Sri Lanka, eying six destinations India's GoAir, a low cost carrier based in Mumbai is getting ready to ramp up flights with deliveries of new Airbus airc...",negative,-0.979034901
France asks Sri Lanka to honour UN pledges on rights,2/28/2020,Political News,France Thursday asked Sri Lanka to end impunity and ensure ethnic reconciliation a day after Colombo withdrew from a Uni...,France asks Sri Lanka to honour UN pledges on rights France Thursday asked Sri Lanka to end impunity and ensure ethnic reconciliation a day after Colombo withdrew from a Uni...,positive,0.521460533
PTA will be reviewed - Dinesh,2/28/2020,Human Rights,Sri Lanka will undertake a review of the draconian Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) with a view to proposing necessary ...,PTA will be reviewed - Dinesh Sri Lanka will undertake a review of the draconian Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) with a view to proposing necessary ...,positive,0.952692926
Sri Lanka stocks reverse four-day rout,2/27/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.43 percent up on Thursday, ending a four-day retreat on the back of the local unit of Nestle...","Sri Lanka stocks reverse four-day rout Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.43 percent up on Thursday, ending a four-day retreat on the back of the local unit of Nestle...",negative,-0.999174774
"UNHRC high commissioner ""regrets"" new govt's approach, questions CoI",2/27/2020,Human Rights,Calling into question the appointment of a Commission of Inquiry (CoI) to internally investigate alleged human rights vi...,"UNHRC high commissioner ""regrets"" new govt's approach, questions CoI Calling into question the appointment of a Commission of Inquiry (CoI) to internally investigate alleged human rights vi...",negative,-0.999086976
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields ease",2/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.85/90 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields eased, ...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields ease Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.85/90 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields eased, ...",negative,-0.984700799
Probe into Sooriyawewa fracas,2/27/2020,Law and Order,A clash that had taken place between security personnel and spectators trying to get into the Sooriyawewa cricket stadiu...,Probe into Sooriyawewa fracas A clash that had taken place between security personnel and spectators trying to get into the Sooriyawewa cricket stadiu...,negative,-0.830836892
'The Truth Square' to trap disinformation during General Elections,2/27/2020,Political News,'The Truth Square-Trap Disinformation' a platform created to battle fake news created during the upcoming General Electi...,'The Truth Square' to trap disinformation during General Elections 'The Truth Square-Trap Disinformation' a platform created to battle fake news created during the upcoming General Electi...,negative,-0.990265548
SC Judge to examine reconciliation process – G.L Peiris,2/27/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka will appoint a Supreme Court Judge to examine the post-war reconciliation process the Chairman of the country'...,SC Judge to examine reconciliation process – G.L Peiris Sri Lanka will appoint a Supreme Court Judge to examine the post-war reconciliation process the Chairman of the country'...,positive,0.993432641
Sri Lanka's CEB faulted for cutting power on Feb 03,2/27/2020,Energy,"A probe committee appointed by Sri Lanka's energy ministry has faulted the state power utility, Ceylon Electricity Board...","Sri Lanka's CEB faulted for cutting power on Feb 03 A probe committee appointed by Sri Lanka's energy ministry has faulted the state power utility, Ceylon Electricity Board...",negative,-0.997941196
Sri Lanka crew on Diamond Princess evacuated to India,2/27/2020,Logistics,Two crew members from Sri Lanka who were on board the Coronavirus hit Diamond Princess cruise ship in Japan has been eva...,Sri Lanka crew on Diamond Princess evacuated to India Two crew members from Sri Lanka who were on board the Coronavirus hit Diamond Princess cruise ship in Japan has been eva...,negative,-0.978591561
Drugs in schools: Country's biggest problem - Mahinda,2/27/2020,Law and Order,Sri Lanka’s children are facing a massive issue with drug dealers targeting students near schools making the spread of...,Drugs in schools: Country's biggest problem - Mahinda Sri Lanka’s children are facing a massive issue with drug dealers targeting students near schools making the spread of...,negative,-0.99259299
Sri Lanka expects maize production to rise 40-pct in 2020 main season,2/27/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka is expecting domestic maize output to reach 310,497 metric tonnes in the main Maha harvesting season that is g...","Sri Lanka expects maize production to rise 40-pct in 2020 main season Sri Lanka is expecting domestic maize output to reach 310,497 metric tonnes in the main Maha harvesting season that is g...",negative,-0.989287138
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, bond yields ease",2/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.80/85 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields eas...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, bond yields ease Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.80/85 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields eas...",negative,-0.976437509
Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank expects 10-12 pct credit growth in 2020,2/27/2020,Banking," Sri Lanka's largest listed lender Commercial Bank of Ceylon Plc, is expecting its loan book to grow by 10-12 percent in...","Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank expects 10-12 pct credit growth in 2020  Sri Lanka's largest listed lender Commercial Bank of Ceylon Plc, is expecting its loan book to grow by 10-12 percent in...",negative,-0.98895371
Mixed day for global stocks as coronavirus continues to spread,2/27/2020,International news," Global stocks finished mixed Wednesday, stabilizing somewhat after two bruising sessions as investor worries over the b...","Mixed day for global stocks as coronavirus continues to spread  Global stocks finished mixed Wednesday, stabilizing somewhat after two bruising sessions as investor worries over the b...",negative,-0.997903824
"India's GoAir launches Sri Lanka flights, says Coronavirus scare boosting intra-South Asian travel",2/27/2020,Aviation,"India-based GoAir is launching flights to Sri Lanka's capital Colombo from Delhi and Bangalore from March 20, with intra...","India's GoAir launches Sri Lanka flights, says Coronavirus scare boosting intra-South Asian travel India-based GoAir is launching flights to Sri Lanka's capital Colombo from Delhi and Bangalore from March 20, with intra...",positive,0.980764031
"Sri Lanka rupee, bond yields ends stable",2/26/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed steady at 181.65/70 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields remain...,"Sri Lanka rupee, bond yields ends stable Sri Lanka’s rupee closed steady at 181.65/70 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields remain...",positive,0.977783024
Sri Lanka stocks plunge as retreat extends to fourth day amid earnings season,2/26/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks retreated for the fourth consecutive day, plunging 1.52 percent on Wednesday on Ceylon Beverage Holdi...","Sri Lanka stocks plunge as retreat extends to fourth day amid earnings season Sri Lanka's stocks retreated for the fourth consecutive day, plunging 1.52 percent on Wednesday on Ceylon Beverage Holdi...",negative,-0.997555077
Sri Lanka cigarette sales down 19-pct in Dec quarter after tax hikes says BAT unit,2/26/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's legal cigarette sales are fell 19 percent in the December 2019 from a year earlier after tax and price hikes...,Sri Lanka cigarette sales down 19-pct in Dec quarter after tax hikes says BAT unit Sri Lanka's legal cigarette sales are fell 19 percent in the December 2019 from a year earlier after tax and price hikes...,negative,-0.998661995
Money not allocated for the parliamentary election yet –   Deshapriya,2/26/2020,Politics,Chairman of the Elections Commission (EC) Mahinda Deshapriya is saying that the cash needed to run the upcoming parliame...,Money not allocated for the parliamentary election yet –   Deshapriya Chairman of the Elections Commission (EC) Mahinda Deshapriya is saying that the cash needed to run the upcoming parliame...,negative,-0.99593699
Organic Tea focused on community is a winner,2/26/2020,Economy,"A Sri Lankan organic tea exporter, English Tea Shop, says it gained easy access to upscale markets by being focused on '...","Organic Tea focused on community is a winner A Sri Lankan organic tea exporter, English Tea Shop, says it gained easy access to upscale markets by being focused on '...",positive,0.999010324
UNHRC resolutions: Dinesh announces withdrawal from cosponsorship in Geneva,2/26/2020,Politics,The Government of Sri Lanka formerly declared its decision today to withdraw from cosponsorship of UNHRC resolutions 40/...,UNHRC resolutions: Dinesh announces withdrawal from cosponsorship in Geneva The Government of Sri Lanka formerly declared its decision today to withdraw from cosponsorship of UNHRC resolutions 40/...,negative,-0.997447848
Sri Lanka bill yields slip at auction after two weeks,2/26/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's twelve month Treasury bill yields at a primary auction on Wednesday fell 2 basis points to 8.58 percent, the...","Sri Lanka bill yields slip at auction after two weeks Sri Lanka's twelve month Treasury bill yields at a primary auction on Wednesday fell 2 basis points to 8.58 percent, the...",negative,-0.999689579
UNP-led alliance will formally launch next Monday: Sajith,2/26/2020,Politics,The signing of the agreement between the constituent parties of the UNP - led Samagi Jana Balawegaya will take place on ...,UNP-led alliance will formally launch next Monday: Sajith The signing of the agreement between the constituent parties of the UNP - led Samagi Jana Balawegaya will take place on ...,positive,0.993540585
Land value in Sri Lanka's Colombo District grows 10-pct in 2019 second half,2/26/2020,Business,"The Land Valuations Indicator for the Colombo District grew 10.4 percent in the second half of 2019 from a year earlier,...","Land value in Sri Lanka's Colombo District grows 10-pct in 2019 second half The Land Valuations Indicator for the Colombo District grew 10.4 percent in the second half of 2019 from a year earlier,...",positive,0.512146533
"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks weaker at open",2/26/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted marginally weaker at 181.70/75 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bon...,"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks weaker at open Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted marginally weaker at 181.70/75 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bon...",negative,-0.999010801
Sri Lanka slaps price controls on onions,2/26/2020,Consumer Affairs,"Sri Lanka government has imposed a maximum price for imported Big Onions effective February 23, 2020, the Sri Lanka Cons...","Sri Lanka slaps price controls on onions Sri Lanka government has imposed a maximum price for imported Big Onions effective February 23, 2020, the Sri Lanka Cons...",negative,-0.996803522
Sri Lanka battered by unceasing 'regime uncertainty: Bellwether,2/26/2020,Bellwether,"When the government changes ground rules and conditions or the operating regime suddenly, like in Sri Lanka, it is very ...","Sri Lanka battered by unceasing 'regime uncertainty: Bellwether When the government changes ground rules and conditions or the operating regime suddenly, like in Sri Lanka, it is very ...",negative,-0.996696115
"Sri Lanka's Ceylon Grain Elevators net up in December on tighter costs, lower tax bill",2/26/2020,Agriculture,"Profits at Sri Lanka's Ceylon Grain Elevators, a feed milling and poultry processor, grew 26 percent in the December 202...","Sri Lanka's Ceylon Grain Elevators net up in December on tighter costs, lower tax bill Profits at Sri Lanka's Ceylon Grain Elevators, a feed milling and poultry processor, grew 26 percent in the December 202...",negative,-0.734531581
Virus spreads to new countries as top official warns world 'not ready',2/26/2020,International news," New coronavirus cases surged outside of China on Tuesday, leaving an Iranian deputy minister among the stricken and tri...","Virus spreads to new countries as top official warns world 'not ready'  New coronavirus cases surged outside of China on Tuesday, leaving an Iranian deputy minister among the stricken and tri...",negative,-0.995055199
Mahinda says his alliance will not have the issues faced by the UNP,2/26/2020,Politics,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa says that the dissension within the United National party-led alliance will not manifes...,Mahinda says his alliance will not have the issues faced by the UNP Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa says that the dissension within the United National party-led alliance will not manifes...,negative,-0.850285947
MP asks voters not to send dealmakers and narcotic dealers to parliament,2/26/2020,Politics,"UNP Parliamentarian S.M. Marikkar wants voters not to send dealmakers, drug lords and corrupt politicians to parliament ...","MP asks voters not to send dealmakers and narcotic dealers to parliament UNP Parliamentarian S.M. Marikkar wants voters not to send dealmakers, drug lords and corrupt politicians to parliament ...",negative,-0.995675862
Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank Dec profits grow on tax cut,2/25/2020,Banking,"Hatton National Bank Plc, the second largest listed lender, posted net profits of 6.26 billion for the December quarter,...","Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank Dec profits grow on tax cut Hatton National Bank Plc, the second largest listed lender, posted net profits of 6.26 billion for the December quarter,...",negative,-0.941394389
Four killed in India clash ahead of Trump arrival,2/25/2020,South Asia,A policeman was among at least four people killed in New Delhi on Monday during violent clashes over a contentious citiz...,Four killed in India clash ahead of Trump arrival A policeman was among at least four people killed in New Delhi on Monday during violent clashes over a contentious citiz...,negative,-0.97953403
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields flat",2/25/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed marginally firmer at 181.65/75 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields r...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee closed marginally firmer at 181.65/75 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields r...",negative,-0.995067716
Sri Lanka is least polluted country in South Asia - report,2/25/2020,Environment,"Sri Lanka is the twenty-fifth most polluted country in the world, but has the cleanest air in South Asia according to th...","Sri Lanka is least polluted country in South Asia - report Sri Lanka is the twenty-fifth most polluted country in the world, but has the cleanest air in South Asia according to th...",positive,0.995635092
Sri Lanka stocks plunge amid foreign selling,2/25/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 1.14 percent lower on Tuesday, dragged down by index heavy Ceylon Tobacco Company, John Keel...","Sri Lanka stocks plunge amid foreign selling Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 1.14 percent lower on Tuesday, dragged down by index heavy Ceylon Tobacco Company, John Keel...",negative,-0.999610245
The Hope That President Rajapaksa Will Deliver,2/25/2020,Opinion,"Despite the president’s statesmanlike words, the government is continuing to fall short in its efforts to realize the ...","The Hope That President Rajapaksa Will Deliver Despite the president’s statesmanlike words, the government is continuing to fall short in its efforts to realize the ...",negative,-0.998879969
Use of Military Police for police services is illegal: UNP,2/25/2020,Law and Order,UNP MP Ajith P Perera said that it is illegal to use Military Police to perform normal police services.,Use of Military Police for police services is illegal: UNP UNP MP Ajith P Perera said that it is illegal to use Military Police to perform normal police services.,negative,-0.99758637
"JHU joins Samagi Jana Balawegaya, professes ""inclusive nationalism""",2/25/2020,Politics,"The JHU invited “true patriots” today to join what he called the camp of modern, inclusive nationalists representing...","JHU joins Samagi Jana Balawegaya, professes ""inclusive nationalism"" The JHU invited “true patriots” today to join what he called the camp of modern, inclusive nationalists representing...",positive,0.947189569
People with disabilities not getting sexual and reproductive health services – UNFPA,2/25/2020,Health,The majority of people with disabilities are being marginalized when it comes to sexual and reproductive health services...,People with disabilities not getting sexual and reproductive health services – UNFPA The majority of people with disabilities are being marginalized when it comes to sexual and reproductive health services...,negative,-0.976553917
Sri Lanka receives Ford Foundation grant to boost startup ecosystem,2/25/2020,Business,"The Ford Foundation will provide a 300,000 US dollar grant in a deal with the Lankan Angel Network (LAN) to boost Sri La...","Sri Lanka receives Ford Foundation grant to boost startup ecosystem The Ford Foundation will provide a 300,000 US dollar grant in a deal with the Lankan Angel Network (LAN) to boost Sri La...",positive,0.97957623
"SriLankan Airlines to lose US$130mn this year, $300mn injection needed",2/25/2020,Aviation,Sri Lanka's national carrier Sri Lankan Airlines is expected to lose 130 million US dollars (about 26 billion rupees) in...,"SriLankan Airlines to lose US$130mn this year, $300mn injection needed Sri Lanka's national carrier Sri Lankan Airlines is expected to lose 130 million US dollars (about 26 billion rupees) in...",negative,-0.999563873
Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank profits up in Dec after gratuity charge in 2018,2/25/2020,Banking,Net profits at Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank Plc group grew 80.78 percent to 1.18 billion rupees from a year earlier despite t...,Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank profits up in Dec after gratuity charge in 2018 Net profits at Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank Plc group grew 80.78 percent to 1.18 billion rupees from a year earlier despite t...,negative,-0.969832301
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, bond yields stable",2/25/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted marginally firmer at 181.68/75 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond ...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, bond yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted marginally firmer at 181.68/75 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond ...",negative,-0.88751471
Sri Lanka's Colombo Port needs US$1bn in investments: ADB,2/25/2020,Logistics,"he development of the port in Sri Lanka's capital will require 1.03 billion rupees in investments until 2026, the Asian ...","Sri Lanka's Colombo Port needs US$1bn in investments: ADB he development of the port in Sri Lanka's capital will require 1.03 billion rupees in investments until 2026, the Asian ...",negative,-0.995363235
Trump stumbles over names of Indian cricket greats,2/25/2020,Culture, US President Donald Trump gave a special mention to cricket greats Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli during a visit to I...,Trump stumbles over names of Indian cricket greats  US President Donald Trump gave a special mention to cricket greats Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli during a visit to I...,negative,-0.999342978
Sri Lanka to stop rupee interbank offered rates from July,2/25/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's central bank said it will stop compiling offered rates, a forward looking interest rate compiled with market...","Sri Lanka to stop rupee interbank offered rates from July Sri Lanka's central bank said it will stop compiling offered rates, a forward looking interest rate compiled with market...",negative,-0.999195874
"Sri Lanka blames 'middle men', Dambulla market, as vegetable prices begin to fall",2/25/2020,Agriculture,"Authorities in Sri Lanka have started to blame 'middle men' and a wholesale market with commission agents in Dambulla, a...","Sri Lanka blames 'middle men', Dambulla market, as vegetable prices begin to fall Authorities in Sri Lanka have started to blame 'middle men' and a wholesale market with commission agents in Dambulla, a...",negative,-0.998700857
"Global stocks tumble on virus pandemic fears, Gold US$1679",2/25/2020,International news, Global stocks were hammered Monday and gold prices soared on safe-haven buying as fears mounted that the new coronaviru...,"Global stocks tumble on virus pandemic fears, Gold US$1679  Global stocks were hammered Monday and gold prices soared on safe-haven buying as fears mounted that the new coronaviru...",negative,-0.925703526
Sri Lanka national inflation hits 7.6-pct in Jan 2020,2/25/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka's nation-wide inflation measured by the National Consumer Price Index, speeded up to 7.6 percent in the 12-mo...","Sri Lanka national inflation hits 7.6-pct in Jan 2020  Sri Lanka's nation-wide inflation measured by the National Consumer Price Index, speeded up to 7.6 percent in the 12-mo...",negative,-0.986928165
"Sri Lanka vegetable prices fall 30-40-pct in February, but still higher than last year",2/24/2020,Agriculture," Sri Lanka's vegetable prices have started to fall in February 2020 from a month earlier, but remains sharply elevated f...","Sri Lanka vegetable prices fall 30-40-pct in February, but still higher than last year  Sri Lanka's vegetable prices have started to fall in February 2020 from a month earlier, but remains sharply elevated f...",positive,0.997677505
"World must prepare for 'potential pandemic', China peaks: WHO",2/24/2020,International news,"The World Health Organization chief on Monday warned countries to prepare for a ""potential pandemic"" of new coronavirus,...","World must prepare for 'potential pandemic', China peaks: WHO The World Health Organization chief on Monday warned countries to prepare for a ""potential pandemic"" of new coronavirus,...",negative,-0.947252333
Sri Lanka stocks fall on John Keells Holdings,2/24/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks continued a two-day retreat, closing 0.52 percent lower on Monday dragged down by John Keells Holdi...","Sri Lanka stocks fall on John Keells Holdings Sri Lanka’s stocks continued a two-day retreat, closing 0.52 percent lower on Monday dragged down by John Keells Holdi...",negative,-0.999546349
Italy: No Sri Lankans infected with coronavirus - Foreign Ministry,2/24/2020,Health,The region in Italy where most Sri Lankans in that country live is in partial lockdown as the number of people infected ...,Italy: No Sri Lankans infected with coronavirus - Foreign Ministry The region in Italy where most Sri Lankans in that country live is in partial lockdown as the number of people infected ...,negative,-0.985775709
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields ease",2/24/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.70/85 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday from last Thursday's close ...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields ease Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.70/85 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday from last Thursday's close ...",negative,-0.98820889
"Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank profits halve on bad loans, interest costs",2/24/2020,Banking,Net profits at Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank Plc fell 54 percent to 516.14 million rupees in the December quarter on higher inte...,"Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank profits halve on bad loans, interest costs Net profits at Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank Plc fell 54 percent to 516.14 million rupees in the December quarter on higher inte...",negative,-0.999364913
"“Residents in Dodamgoda at risk due to rock quarries,” environmentalists say",2/24/2020,Environment,The Centre for Environment and Nature Studies (CENS) today lodged a complaint at the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lank...,"“Residents in Dodamgoda at risk due to rock quarries,” environmentalists say The Centre for Environment and Nature Studies (CENS) today lodged a complaint at the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lank...",negative,-0.991707027
Sri Lanka asks Nigeria for release of 7 crew in arrested oil tanker,2/24/2020,Legal,"Sri Lanka has asked for the release of seven crew member of tanker MT Zeebrugge, which has been arrested by the Nigerian...","Sri Lanka asks Nigeria for release of 7 crew in arrested oil tanker Sri Lanka has asked for the release of seven crew member of tanker MT Zeebrugge, which has been arrested by the Nigerian...",negative,-0.984566629
Trump hails 'exceptional' Modi at huge India rally,2/24/2020,Uncategorized,"US President Donald Trump received a red-carpet welcome in the world's biggest democracy Monday, addressing a huge rally...","Trump hails 'exceptional' Modi at huge India rally US President Donald Trump received a red-carpet welcome in the world's biggest democracy Monday, addressing a huge rally...",positive,0.999340713
Asian Development Bank appoints Chen Chen as new Sri Lanka country director,2/24/2020,Banking,"Manila-based Asian Development Bank said it has appointed Chen Chen, a Chinese national who has been with the lender sin...","Asian Development Bank appoints Chen Chen as new Sri Lanka country director Manila-based Asian Development Bank said it has appointed Chen Chen, a Chinese national who has been with the lender sin...",positive,0.935187757
SAARC needs to increase regional cooperation or we will be left behind - Ranil,2/24/2020,International Relations,Sri Lanka’s former Prime Minister is warning countries in the South Asian region that they need to push regional coope...,SAARC needs to increase regional cooperation or we will be left behind - Ranil Sri Lanka’s former Prime Minister is warning countries in the South Asian region that they need to push regional coope...,negative,-0.997128785
"Accident in Omanthai kills five, 21 injured",2/24/2020,Accident,Five people are dead and 21 others are injured after a bus slammed into a van on the Kandy – Jaffna road in Omanthai p...,"Accident in Omanthai kills five, 21 injured Five people are dead and 21 others are injured after a bus slammed into a van on the Kandy – Jaffna road in Omanthai p...",negative,-0.99810046
"Sri Lanka mini-budget supplementary allocations were not opposed, only debt hike: opposition",2/24/2020,General Economy,Sri Lanka's opposition did not oppose increases in spending on several activities in a recent supplement to the vote-on-...,"Sri Lanka mini-budget supplementary allocations were not opposed, only debt hike: opposition Sri Lanka's opposition did not oppose increases in spending on several activities in a recent supplement to the vote-on-...",positive,0.654619336
Sri Lanka public finances hit by tax cuts: opposition,2/24/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's public finances have been hit by tax cuts, triggering a supplementary estimate to a four-month vote-on-accou...","Sri Lanka public finances hit by tax cuts: opposition Sri Lanka's public finances have been hit by tax cuts, triggering a supplementary estimate to a four-month vote-on-accou...",negative,-0.997170746
Military Police deployed in Greater Colombo to help police control traffic,2/24/2020,Law and Order,Military Policemen are deployed in Colombo and the suburbs to assist police to ease the heavy traffic congestion in the ...,Military Police deployed in Greater Colombo to help police control traffic Military Policemen are deployed in Colombo and the suburbs to assist police to ease the heavy traffic congestion in the ...,positive,0.766540766
Minority community parties coming together to safeguard democracy - Rauff,2/24/2020,Human Rights,A group of political parties representing minority communities are coming together to safeguard themselves from anti-dem...,Minority community parties coming together to safeguard democracy - Rauff A group of political parties representing minority communities are coming together to safeguard themselves from anti-dem...,negative,-0.924221754
"Seoul bears brunt as Asia, European markets dive on pandemic fear",2/24/2020,International news," Kuwait and Bahrain confirmed on Monday their first novel coronavirus cases, the countries' health ministries announced,...","Seoul bears brunt as Asia, European markets dive on pandemic fear  Kuwait and Bahrain confirmed on Monday their first novel coronavirus cases, the countries' health ministries announced,...",negative,-0.573103547
Sri Lanka's steel costs 70-pct higher due to protectionism,2/24/2020,Business, Sri Lanka's steel costs are about 70 percent higher than other Asian countries which is hurting housing and apartments ...,Sri Lanka's steel costs 70-pct higher due to protectionism  Sri Lanka's steel costs are about 70 percent higher than other Asian countries which is hurting housing and apartments ...,negative,-0.971359909
"Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, bond yields ease",2/24/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.55/65 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday from last Thursday whil...,"Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, bond yields ease Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.55/65 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday from last Thursday whil...",positive,0.987143815
Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank profits inch up in Dec on lower income tax charge,2/24/2020,Banking,"Commercial Bank, Sri Lanka's largest listed lender in assets, said profits for the December quarter grew 1.11 percent to...","Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank profits inch up in Dec on lower income tax charge Commercial Bank, Sri Lanka's largest listed lender in assets, said profits for the December quarter grew 1.11 percent to...",negative,-0.92065984
Sri Lanka rough rice forecast raised to 2.97mn tonnes for 2020 main season,2/24/2020,Agriculture,"ri Lanka's rough rice harvest in the main (Maha) cultivation season, where harvesting is now underway, has been raised t...","Sri Lanka rough rice forecast raised to 2.97mn tonnes for 2020 main season ri Lanka's rough rice harvest in the main (Maha) cultivation season, where harvesting is now underway, has been raised t...",negative,-0.994227648
Southern Expressway: Final stretch opens to public,2/24/2020,Autos,The final stretch of the Southern Expressway was declared open on Sunday by  President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Prime Mini...,Southern Expressway: Final stretch opens to public The final stretch of the Southern Expressway was declared open on Sunday by  President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Prime Mini...,positive,0.992750883
Sri Lanka mid tier apartment property seeing buyer interest after tax cuts,2/24/2020,Business,"Apartments in the mid-tier segment is drawing customer interest after recent tax cuts, but the luxury segment could foll...","Sri Lanka mid tier apartment property seeing buyer interest after tax cuts Apartments in the mid-tier segment is drawing customer interest after recent tax cuts, but the luxury segment could foll...",negative,-0.977267146
"Xi says China facing 'big test' with virus, global impact spreads",2/24/2020,International news,"China's leader said Sunday the new coronavirus epidemic is the communist country's largest-ever public health emergency,...","Xi says China facing 'big test' with virus, global impact spreads China's leader said Sunday the new coronavirus epidemic is the communist country's largest-ever public health emergency,...",negative,-0.964028835
"Sri Lanka state firms to import 79,900MT of chemical fertilizer",2/23/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's state fertilizer firms have ordered 79,000 metric tonnes of chemical fertilizer to be distributed to farmers...","Sri Lanka state firms to import 79,900MT of chemical fertilizer Sri Lanka's state fertilizer firms have ordered 79,000 metric tonnes of chemical fertilizer to be distributed to farmers...",negative,-0.984421134
Task force to monitor probe into Sri Lanka Easter Sunday blasts: Defence Ministry,2/23/2020,Defence,Sri Lanka has set up a task force to monitor and speed up an investigation by the police criminal investigation departme...,Task force to monitor probe into Sri Lanka Easter Sunday blasts: Defence Ministry Sri Lanka has set up a task force to monitor and speed up an investigation by the police criminal investigation departme...,positive,0.6413908
"Sri Lanka targeting police, judges, journalists again, system has to change for progress: legislator",2/23/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka's new administration is targeting police and judges who are probing crimes while journalists and their family ...,"Sri Lanka targeting police, judges, journalists again, system has to change for progress: legislator Sri Lanka's new administration is targeting police and judges who are probing crimes while journalists and their family ...",negative,-0.979513466
Sri Lanka banks to launch request to pay services shortly,2/23/2020,Banking,"At least two Sri Lanka banks will launch request to pay services shortly, a new technology that makes it much easier for...","Sri Lanka banks to launch request to pay services shortly At least two Sri Lanka banks will launch request to pay services shortly, a new technology that makes it much easier for...",positive,0.954987347
Sri Lanka cement capacity to outstrip demand in next few years,2/23/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's cement production and bagging capacity will outstrip demand in the near term with new plants coming in, unti...","Sri Lanka cement capacity to outstrip demand in next few years Sri Lanka's cement production and bagging capacity will outstrip demand in the near term with new plants coming in, unti...",negative,-0.987748384
Sri Lanka at odds with the Human Rights Commission as sessions begin,2/22/2020,International Relations,The 43rd session of the Human Rights Council (HRC) begins on Monday (24 February) in Geneva where Sri Lanka will withdra...,Sri Lanka at odds with the Human Rights Commission as sessions begin The 43rd session of the Human Rights Council (HRC) begins on Monday (24 February) in Geneva where Sri Lanka will withdra...,positive,0.839028597
Sri Lanka parliament should be recalled to pass vote-on-account supplement: Minister,2/22/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's parliament to should be recalled by the Speaker to pass a supplement to a four month mini-budget, Informatio...","Sri Lanka parliament should be recalled to pass vote-on-account supplement: Minister Sri Lanka's parliament to should be recalled by the Speaker to pass a supplement to a four month mini-budget, Informatio...",negative,-0.997606277
Singapore's Jetstar Asia to start Sri Lanka budget flights from July 01,2/22/2020,Aviation,"Budget carrier Jetstar Asia, unit of the Qantas group will fly four times a week to Sri Lanka's capital Colombo from Sin...","Singapore's Jetstar Asia to start Sri Lanka budget flights from July 01 Budget carrier Jetstar Asia, unit of the Qantas group will fly four times a week to Sri Lanka's capital Colombo from Sin...",negative,-0.846339583
Sajith to blame for non-payment of contractor's dues - Bandula,2/22/2020,Economy,Minister Bandula Gunewardena is blaming Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa for the government not being able to pay cont...,Sajith to blame for non-payment of contractor's dues - Bandula Minister Bandula Gunewardena is blaming Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa for the government not being able to pay cont...,negative,-0.998667002
Sri Lanka says watching citizens in South Korea as Coronvirus cases spike,2/22/2020,Political News,"Sri Lanka's foreign ministry said it is keeping in touch with over 20,000 migrants in South Korea as the country reporte...","Sri Lanka says watching citizens in South Korea as Coronvirus cases spike Sri Lanka's foreign ministry said it is keeping in touch with over 20,000 migrants in South Korea as the country reporte...",positive,0.98845309
"South Korea reports 142 more coronavirus cases, total 346",2/22/2020,International news,"South Korea reported 142 more coronavirus cases Saturday, the sharpest spike in infections yet, with more than half of t...","South Korea reports 142 more coronavirus cases, total 346 South Korea reported 142 more coronavirus cases Saturday, the sharpest spike in infections yet, with more than half of t...",negative,-0.956183553
Sri Lankan Airlines Airbuse leases from Aercap questioned on unseen penalties,2/22/2020,Aviation,"Though an earlier Board of state-run SriLankan Airlines had claimed they paid 115.7 million US dollars to Aercap, a leas...","Sri Lankan Airlines Airbuse leases from Aercap questioned on unseen penalties Though an earlier Board of state-run SriLankan Airlines had claimed they paid 115.7 million US dollars to Aercap, a leas...",negative,-0.992405236
Completed Southern Highway opens tomorrow,2/22/2020,Autos,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will declare open the last two phases of the Southern Expressway tomorrow and the Road Deve...,Completed Southern Highway opens tomorrow President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will declare open the last two phases of the Southern Expressway tomorrow and the Road Deve...,positive,0.991543293
Sri Lanka's CPC financed SriLankan about US$8mn a month,2/21/2020,Aviation,Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation has been financing loss-making SriLankan Airlines to the tune of 8 mi...,Sri Lanka's CPC financed SriLankan about US$8mn a month Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation has been financing loss-making SriLankan Airlines to the tune of 8 mi...,negative,-0.998941481
Opposition did not support the supplementary estimate as govt wanted to increase debt ceiling-Patali,2/21/2020,Economy,Former Minister Patali Champika Ranawaka said that the Opposition did not approve the Supplementary Estimate as the gove...,Opposition did not support the supplementary estimate as govt wanted to increase debt ceiling-Patali Former Minister Patali Champika Ranawaka said that the Opposition did not approve the Supplementary Estimate as the gove...,negative,-0.999579251
Business Impact on Sri Lanka from COVID-19,2/21/2020,Op-ed/Special Reports,The outbreak of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) is having its toll on the global economy with many economists now expec...,Business Impact on Sri Lanka from COVID-19 The outbreak of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) is having its toll on the global economy with many economists now expec...,positive,0.797988474
Lawyer appointed to Sri Lanka central bank's rate setting Monetary Board,2/21/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's Constitutional Council had approved Sajeeva Jayawardene, a laywer nominated by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa ...","Lawyer appointed to Sri Lanka central bank's rate setting Monetary Board Sri Lanka's Constitutional Council had approved Sajeeva Jayawardene, a laywer nominated by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa ...",positive,0.986977398
Sri Lanka's Melstacorp acquires Browns Hospital Ragama for Rs.1.6bn,2/21/2020,Markets,A subsidiary of diversified holdings firm Melstacorp Plc acquired a Ragama-based hospital from Brown & Company Plc f...,Sri Lanka's Melstacorp acquires Browns Hospital Ragama for Rs.1.6bn A subsidiary of diversified holdings firm Melstacorp Plc acquired a Ragama-based hospital from Brown & Company Plc f...,negative,-0.890255868
Parliamentary committee calls for Police probe into corruption at Sri Lanka Cricket,2/21/2020,Corruption,"The Parliamentary Committee On Public Enterprises, chaired by MP Sunil Handunnetti, is recommending that a complaint be ...","Parliamentary committee calls for Police probe into corruption at Sri Lanka Cricket The Parliamentary Committee On Public Enterprises, chaired by MP Sunil Handunnetti, is recommending that a complaint be ...",negative,-0.669206917
Send more women to next Parliament - MPs,2/21/2020,Gender Issues,The women Members of Parliament are appealing to voters at the upcoming Parliamentary General elections to send more wom...,Send more women to next Parliament - MPs The women Members of Parliament are appealing to voters at the upcoming Parliamentary General elections to send more wom...,negative,-0.995460927
"Sri Lanka firms see Coronavirus disruptions, more if epidemic continues: Chamber survey",2/21/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) said about half of the respondents to a survey of member firms had reported...,"Sri Lanka firms see Coronavirus disruptions, more if epidemic continues: Chamber survey Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) said about half of the respondents to a survey of member firms had reported...",negative,-0.998262703
"Sri Lanka's petrol, diesel prices lower if price formula was in place: Sajith",2/21/2020,Autos,Sri Lanka's fuel prices would have fallen in February if a monthly fuel price formula was not abolished by the new admin...,"Sri Lanka's petrol, diesel prices lower if price formula was in place: Sajith Sri Lanka's fuel prices would have fallen in February if a monthly fuel price formula was not abolished by the new admin...",negative,-0.99909842
Rajakaruna appointed as a Judge of the Court of Appeal,2/21/2020,Law and Order,"The Constitutional Council (CC) approved the nomination of Senior Deputy Solicitor General R. M. Sobhitha Rajakaruna, as...","Rajakaruna appointed as a Judge of the Court of Appeal The Constitutional Council (CC) approved the nomination of Senior Deputy Solicitor General R. M. Sobhitha Rajakaruna, as...",positive,0.978530467
Sri Lanka's plantations lose Rs2.6bn in six months ahead of mandated wage,2/21/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's publicly traded plantations companies,  growing commercial crops such as tea, which have been asked by the g...","Sri Lanka's plantations lose Rs2.6bn in six months ahead of mandated wage Sri Lanka's publicly traded plantations companies,  growing commercial crops such as tea, which have been asked by the g...",negative,-0.998779595
Sri Lanka to revive China's CNTIC backed Ruwanpura expressway,2/21/2020,Autos,Sri Lanka's Ministry of Highways had been given the nod by the cabinet of ministers to seek a proposal from China Nation...,Sri Lanka to revive China's CNTIC backed Ruwanpura expressway Sri Lanka's Ministry of Highways had been given the nod by the cabinet of ministers to seek a proposal from China Nation...,positive,0.675833166
Sri Lanka Parliamentary Committee wants the Burka banned,2/21/2020,Human Rights,A Parliamentary Oversight Committee is calling for an immediate ban on the wearing of the Burka and a “phasing out” ...,Sri Lanka Parliamentary Committee wants the Burka banned A Parliamentary Oversight Committee is calling for an immediate ban on the wearing of the Burka and a “phasing out” ...,negative,-0.999079823
Asia-Pacific airlines could lose $27.8 bn to coronavirus: IATA,2/21/2020,Aviation,Airlines operating in the Asia-Pacific region stand to lose a combined $27.8 billion of revenue this year in the ongoing...,Asia-Pacific airlines could lose $27.8 bn to coronavirus: IATA Airlines operating in the Asia-Pacific region stand to lose a combined $27.8 billion of revenue this year in the ongoing...,negative,-0.999739826
"Global stock markets lower, Brent US$59",2/21/2020,International news,Coronavirus fears weighed on global stock markets Thursday as investors headed for the exits even after China reported a...,"Global stock markets lower, Brent US$59 Coronavirus fears weighed on global stock markets Thursday as investors headed for the exits even after China reported a...",negative,-0.99859184
"No crisis by withdrawing Sri Lanka vote-on-account supplement, arrears to continue: Minister",2/21/2020,Economy, There is no financial crisis in the government due to the withdrawal of a supplementary estimated to the interim budget...,"No crisis by withdrawing Sri Lanka vote-on-account supplement, arrears to continue: Minister  There is no financial crisis in the government due to the withdrawal of a supplementary estimated to the interim budget...",positive,0.864680231
Rs 1000 wage for estate workers should be given immediately -  Vadivel Suresh,2/20/2020,People,United National Party (UNP) parliamentarian Vadivel Suresh today said that the government should take immediate steps to...,Rs 1000 wage for estate workers should be given immediately -  Vadivel Suresh United National Party (UNP) parliamentarian Vadivel Suresh today said that the government should take immediate steps to...,negative,-0.953074276
Sri Lanka has a tough task in Geneva this year,2/20/2020,Human Rights,Sri Lanka’s delegation to the United Nations Human Rights Commission’s 43rd session in Geneva has a tough task – i...,Sri Lanka has a tough task in Geneva this year Sri Lanka’s delegation to the United Nations Human Rights Commission’s 43rd session in Geneva has a tough task – i...,negative,-0.899743497
"Sri Lanka Rupee ends firmer, bond yields flat",2/20/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee ended firmer at 181.55/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields remained...,"Sri Lanka Rupee ends firmer, bond yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee ended firmer at 181.55/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields remained...",negative,-0.998439491
"Sri Lanka stocks reverse  gains, banks slip",2/20/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.30 percent lower on Thursday, reversing Wednesday's gains, amid the government withdrawing a...","Sri Lanka stocks reverse  gains, banks slip Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.30 percent lower on Thursday, reversing Wednesday's gains, amid the government withdrawing a...",negative,-0.998580694
UNHRC 30/1 resolution saved our soldiers- Mangala,2/20/2020,Human Rights,MP Mangala Samaraweera said that it was the UNHRC 30/1 resolution that stopped international investigations against the ...,UNHRC 30/1 resolution saved our soldiers- Mangala MP Mangala Samaraweera said that it was the UNHRC 30/1 resolution that stopped international investigations against the ...,negative,-0.994371474
Sri Lanka government withdraws motion to expand vote-on-account,2/20/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's government had withdrawn a motion to increase spending and the borrowing limit under by an amendment to a fo...,Sri Lanka government withdraws motion to expand vote-on-account Sri Lanka's government had withdrawn a motion to increase spending and the borrowing limit under by an amendment to a fo...,negative,-0.992462397
Sri Lankan scientists claim possible preventive novel coronavirus treatment,2/20/2020,Health,A team of Sri Lankan medical researchers announced a possible prophylactic (preventive) treatment for the novel coronavi...,Sri Lankan scientists claim possible preventive novel coronavirus treatment A team of Sri Lankan medical researchers announced a possible prophylactic (preventive) treatment for the novel coronavi...,negative,-0.976061225
Sri Lanka airport's US$500mn expansion deal won by Japan's Taisei,2/20/2020,Ground,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had cleared the award of a contract valued at over 500 million US dollar expand Sri Lan...,Sri Lanka airport's US$500mn expansion deal won by Japan's Taisei Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had cleared the award of a contract valued at over 500 million US dollar expand Sri Lan...,negative,-0.914678395
Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank profits surge in Dec on bad loan recovery,2/20/2020,Banking,Net profits at Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Banking Corporation Plc (PABC) grew 58 percent to 726.8 million rupees in the Decemb...,Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank profits surge in Dec on bad loan recovery Net profits at Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Banking Corporation Plc (PABC) grew 58 percent to 726.8 million rupees in the Decemb...,negative,-0.993503153
Sri Lanka's consumption could have recovered with smaller stimulus: economist,2/20/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka could have achieved a revival in consumer demand with a smaller stimulus, as the country tends to go through a...","Sri Lanka's consumption could have recovered with smaller stimulus: economist Sri Lanka could have achieved a revival in consumer demand with a smaller stimulus, as the country tends to go through a...",negative,-0.994564652
Speaker hopes next p'ment will continue to strengthen democracy,2/20/2020,Politics,Speaker Karu Jayasuriya expressed hope today that the next parliament will continue to strengthen democracy the way the ...,Speaker hopes next p'ment will continue to strengthen democracy Speaker Karu Jayasuriya expressed hope today that the next parliament will continue to strengthen democracy the way the ...,positive,0.996136606
Cabinet suspends gazette that declared Sainthamaruthu an urban council,2/20/2020,Politics,The cabinet has decided to temporarily suspend the extraordinary gazette issued last week declaring Saindamaruthu an urb...,Cabinet suspends gazette that declared Sainthamaruthu an urban council The cabinet has decided to temporarily suspend the extraordinary gazette issued last week declaring Saindamaruthu an urb...,negative,-0.998340964
President stops LG bodies from raising rates and levies,2/20/2020,General Economy,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has stopped all Provincial Councils and Local Authorities from raising rates and taxes and ...,President stops LG bodies from raising rates and levies President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has stopped all Provincial Councils and Local Authorities from raising rates and taxes and ...,negative,-0.999409437
UNHRC resolutions: Cabinet nod for withdrawal,2/20/2020,Human Rights,The cabinet has approved a proposal to withdraw from cosponsoring United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) resolution...,UNHRC resolutions: Cabinet nod for withdrawal The cabinet has approved a proposal to withdraw from cosponsoring United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) resolution...,negative,-0.953300536
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, stocks up 0.01-pct",2/20/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.95/182.05 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, stocks up 0.01-pct Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.95/182.05 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields...",negative,-0.998380899
"China sees drop in new virus cases, two Japan cruise passengers die",2/20/2020,Uncategorized,"China reported a big drop in new coronavirus cases on Thursday, fuelling hopes the epidemic is nearing its peak, but Jap...","China sees drop in new virus cases, two Japan cruise passengers die China reported a big drop in new coronavirus cases on Thursday, fuelling hopes the epidemic is nearing its peak, but Jap...",negative,-0.99095726
"Global markets higher, Brent crude US$59",2/20/2020,International news,"World stock markets rose on Wednesday, buoyed by investors' hopes that the deadly new coronavirus will have only a short...","Global markets higher, Brent crude US$59 World stock markets rose on Wednesday, buoyed by investors' hopes that the deadly new coronavirus will have only a short...",negative,-0.971620262
Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank expects 12-14-pct credit growth in 2020,2/20/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank is expecting 12-14 percent loan growth in 2020 as the banking system recovers from a cr...,Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank expects 12-14-pct credit growth in 2020 Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank is expecting 12-14 percent loan growth in 2020 as the banking system recovers from a cr...,negative,-0.983964562
Airbus bribery suspect sent money to Nimal Perera - State Counsel,2/20/2020,Law and Order,The Fort Magistrate's court heared yesterday that the accused in the Airbus case sent cash to a man in Sri Lanka named N...,Airbus bribery suspect sent money to Nimal Perera - State Counsel The Fort Magistrate's court heared yesterday that the accused in the Airbus case sent cash to a man in Sri Lanka named N...,negative,-0.988561988
Dialog Axiata to invest US$254mn in Sri Lanka network expansion,2/19/2020,ICT,"Dialog Axiata, a unit of Malaysia's Axiata group said it will invest 254.1 million US dollars (46.1 billion rupees) in i...","Dialog Axiata to invest US$254mn in Sri Lanka network expansion Dialog Axiata, a unit of Malaysia's Axiata group said it will invest 254.1 million US dollars (46.1 billion rupees) in i...",negative,-0.981169641
"SriLankan Airlines directors faulted for Airbus deal, termination payments by COPE",2/19/2020,Aviation,A parliamentary committee overseeing Sri Lanka's state enterprises has faulted the board of directors of SriLankan Airli...,"SriLankan Airlines directors faulted for Airbus deal, termination payments by COPE A parliamentary committee overseeing Sri Lanka's state enterprises has faulted the board of directors of SriLankan Airli...",negative,-0.998969913
"China, India and the West will support us - President",2/19/2020,Politics,"Sri Lanka’s President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is claiming that India, China and the Western countries have confidence in hi...","China, India and the West will support us - President Sri Lanka’s President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is claiming that India, China and the Western countries have confidence in hi...",positive,0.993143201
"Sri Lanka President halts new sub-national taxes, fees; simplification ordered",2/19/2020,Economy,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has directed Provincial Councils and Local Authorities not to charge any new taxes or fees ...,"Sri Lanka President halts new sub-national taxes, fees; simplification ordered President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has directed Provincial Councils and Local Authorities not to charge any new taxes or fees ...",negative,-0.997473538
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields up",2/19/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.90/182.00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields ga...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.90/182.00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields ga...",negative,-0.996479332
UNHRC resolution: SL will withdraw; country divided between patriots and traitors - MR,2/19/2020,Politics,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa drew a line today between what he called the patriotic camp and “born traitors” loo...,UNHRC resolution: SL will withdraw; country divided between patriots and traitors - MR Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa drew a line today between what he called the patriotic camp and “born traitors” loo...,negative,-0.888581157
Sri Lanka stocks extend gains for second day amid volatility,2/19/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks have extended the gains made on Tuesday for a second consecutive day, closing 0.29 percent higher ami...","Sri Lanka stocks extend gains for second day amid volatility Sri Lanka's stocks have extended the gains made on Tuesday for a second consecutive day, closing 0.29 percent higher ami...",negative,-0.917288303
New municipality for Saindamaruthuu a political bribe - JHU,2/19/2020,Political News,National Organizer of Jathika Hela Urumaya (JHU) Nishantha Sri Warnasinghe is alleging that the government’s sudden de...,New municipality for Saindamaruthuu a political bribe - JHU National Organizer of Jathika Hela Urumaya (JHU) Nishantha Sri Warnasinghe is alleging that the government’s sudden de...,negative,-0.998156607
Easter attacks: Indications of collusion - Cardinal,2/19/2020,Terrorism,"Bishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith called for a thorough investigation into, among other things, “indications ...","Easter attacks: Indications of collusion - Cardinal Bishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith called for a thorough investigation into, among other things, “indications ...",negative,-0.987583697
Sri Lanka's NDB profits grow in Dec on lower income tax,2/19/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's NDB Bank said net profits for the December quarter grew 3.8 percent from a year earlier to 1.8 billion rupee...,Sri Lanka's NDB profits grow in Dec on lower income tax Sri Lanka's NDB Bank said net profits for the December quarter grew 3.8 percent from a year earlier to 1.8 billion rupee...,negative,-0.819024622
Sri Lanka SEC chief to seek brokers views after meeting CSE officials,2/19/2020,Legal," Sri Lanka's newly appointed chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, Viraj Dayaratne, and other members of t...","Sri Lanka SEC chief to seek brokers views after meeting CSE officials  Sri Lanka's newly appointed chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, Viraj Dayaratne, and other members of t...",positive,0.964376092
Sri Lanka taxpayers buy Rs.260.5mn in paddy at guaranteed price,2/19/2020,Consumer Affairs,The Sri Lankan taxpayer has bought 260.5 million rupees in paddy at a guaranteed price from farmers since January 29 wit...,Sri Lanka taxpayers buy Rs.260.5mn in paddy at guaranteed price The Sri Lankan taxpayer has bought 260.5 million rupees in paddy at a guaranteed price from farmers since January 29 wit...,negative,-0.909740329
Sri Lanka discharges fully recovered Chinese Coronavirus patient,2/19/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka will discharge a tourist from China who was treated for the novel Coronavirus on February 19, after making a f...","Sri Lanka discharges fully recovered Chinese Coronavirus patient Sri Lanka will discharge a tourist from China who was treated for the novel Coronavirus on February 19, after making a f...",negative,-0.972023785
Sri Lanka Coconut auction prices down 15-pct over two weeks,2/19/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's raw coconut prices fell for the second week in a row, tumbling 15 percent to 42,977 for a thousand nuts in t...","Sri Lanka Coconut auction prices down 15-pct over two weeks Sri Lanka's raw coconut prices fell for the second week in a row, tumbling 15 percent to 42,977 for a thousand nuts in t...",negative,-0.999608696
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks gain",2/19/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.70/75 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields re...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks gain Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.70/75 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields re...",negative,-0.998820603
"Sri Lanka public finance committee clears NBT, PAL, ESC tax changes",2/19/2020,Economy,The public finance committee of Sri Lanka's parliament has given the nod to change to a laws relating to Nation Building...,"Sri Lanka public finance committee clears NBT, PAL, ESC tax changes The public finance committee of Sri Lanka's parliament has given the nod to change to a laws relating to Nation Building...",positive,0.961916685
"Sri Lanka bond yields to move up in 2020, credit to recover: research house",2/19/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's bond yields are likely to move up in 2020, but a pick-up in growth to around 4.0 percent of gross domestic p...","Sri Lanka bond yields to move up in 2020, credit to recover: research house Sri Lanka's bond yields are likely to move up in 2020, but a pick-up in growth to around 4.0 percent of gross domestic p...",negative,-0.950278163
"WHO urges calm as China virus death toll reaches 2,000",2/19/2020,International news,"The death toll from the new coronavirus outbreak surged to 2,000 on Wednesday, as Chinese and international health offic...","WHO urges calm as China virus death toll reaches 2,000 The death toll from the new coronavirus outbreak surged to 2,000 on Wednesday, as Chinese and international health offic...",negative,-0.984764695
MR-led alliance prepares for hustings,2/19/2020,Political News,The Mahinda Rajapaksa-led Sri Lanka PodujanaNidahas Sandhanaya (SLPNS) leaders met Tuesday night at Temple Trees and fo...,MR-led alliance prepares for hustings The Mahinda Rajapaksa-led Sri Lanka PodujanaNidahas Sandhanaya (SLPNS) leaders met Tuesday night at Temple Trees and fo...,negative,-0.963068426
Sri Lanka banks trading at 10-yr low valuations: analysts,2/18/2020,Banking,"Sri Lankan banks are trading at a ten year low valuation, with upward pressure on performance after a challenging 2019, ...","Sri Lanka banks trading at 10-yr low valuations: analysts Sri Lankan banks are trading at a ten year low valuation, with upward pressure on performance after a challenging 2019, ...",negative,-0.992438912
UNP alliance will use Swan symbol for Parliamentary poll,2/18/2020,Politics,"The United National Party-led ""Samagi Jana Balavegaya"" Alliance will use the Swan symbol in the upcoming Parliamentary G...","UNP alliance will use Swan symbol for Parliamentary poll The United National Party-led ""Samagi Jana Balavegaya"" Alliance will use the Swan symbol in the upcoming Parliamentary G...",negative,-0.991684437
Fort Magistrate questions why officer probing MIG case has been transferred,2/18/2020,Law and Order,The Fort Magistrate has issued a notice asking why officers who were investigating the MIG case had been transferred out...,Fort Magistrate questions why officer probing MIG case has been transferred The Fort Magistrate has issued a notice asking why officers who were investigating the MIG case had been transferred out...,negative,-0.996789992
Selling of animal parts on  Facebook; two arrested in Seeduwa,2/18/2020,Animal Rights,"Two men who had tried to sell Leopard teeth, nails, skin, oil and ivory products on Facebook were arrested in Seeduwa by...","Selling of animal parts on  Facebook; two arrested in Seeduwa Two men who had tried to sell Leopard teeth, nails, skin, oil and ivory products on Facebook were arrested in Seeduwa by...",negative,-0.994992793
Deutsche Bank Sri Lanka clients to get facility to pay in Asian currencies,2/18/2020,Uncategorized,Germany based Deutsche Bank said it will offer a foreign exchange trading system that will allow companies in Sri Lanka ...,Deutsche Bank Sri Lanka clients to get facility to pay in Asian currencies Germany based Deutsche Bank said it will offer a foreign exchange trading system that will allow companies in Sri Lanka ...,positive,0.99416095
National question: Govt  not obligated to fulfill Yahapalana promises - Lakshman Yapa,2/18/2020,Politics,The government will be cautious of providing a solution to the national question that could trigger a fresh conflict bet...,National question: Govt  not obligated to fulfill Yahapalana promises - Lakshman Yapa The government will be cautious of providing a solution to the national question that could trigger a fresh conflict bet...,negative,-0.995628119
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields fall",2/18/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.62/70 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields eased, d...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields fall Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.62/70 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields eased, d...",negative,-0.998722255
Proposed Zoo in Piliyandala: Cabinet paper to be presented soon,2/18/2020,Tourism,"A Cabinet paper for a proposed Zoological Garden in Kahapola, Piliyandala will be presented to the cabinet in the coming...","Proposed Zoo in Piliyandala: Cabinet paper to be presented soon A Cabinet paper for a proposed Zoological Garden in Kahapola, Piliyandala will be presented to the cabinet in the coming...",negative,-0.878427744
Sri Lanka stock market introduces instant CDS account opening,2/18/2020,Markets,Sri Lankans hoping to invest in the Colombo Stock Exchange can  now instantly open an account with the Central Depositor...,Sri Lanka stock market introduces instant CDS account opening Sri Lankans hoping to invest in the Colombo Stock Exchange can  now instantly open an account with the Central Depositor...,positive,0.904708266
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.29pct higher,2/18/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.29 percent higher on Tuesday, pushed up by food and Commercial Bank stocks","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.29pct higher Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.29 percent higher on Tuesday, pushed up by food and Commercial Bank stocks",negative,-0.988843203
UNP suspicious of attempts to derail Udayanga Weeratunga case,2/18/2020,Political News,The UNP requested President Gotabaya Rajapaksa today to intervene in the “suspicious” transfer CID officials investi...,UNP suspicious of attempts to derail Udayanga Weeratunga case The UNP requested President Gotabaya Rajapaksa today to intervene in the “suspicious” transfer CID officials investi...,negative,-0.963574052
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields up across maturities,2/18/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields edged up across maturities at Tuesday's auction, with the three month yield rising 09 basi...","Sri Lanka Treasuries yields up across maturities Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields edged up across maturities at Tuesday's auction, with the three month yield rising 09 basi...",negative,-0.918464482
Ranjan tapes jump to Sri Lanka foreign relations from domestic affairs,2/18/2020,Political News,Several recordings tabled by legislator Ranjan Ramanayake not only contained conversations involving domestic affairs bu...,Ranjan tapes jump to Sri Lanka foreign relations from domestic affairs Several recordings tabled by legislator Ranjan Ramanayake not only contained conversations involving domestic affairs bu...,negative,-0.537962496
Govt to withdraw from UNHRC resolutions; US being hypocritical - Dayasiri,2/18/2020,Human Rights,"Confirming a government decision to withdraw from the UNHRC resolutions 30/1 and 40/1, a state minister accused the US o...","Govt to withdraw from UNHRC resolutions; US being hypocritical - Dayasiri Confirming a government decision to withdraw from the UNHRC resolutions 30/1 and 40/1, a state minister accused the US o...",negative,-0.99291575
Mobitel in investment drive to boost rural broadband in Sri Lanka,2/18/2020,ICT,"Mobitel (Pvt) Ltd, a unit of publicly traded Sri Lanka Telecom Plc, will expand a 100 million dollar investment drive st...","Mobitel in investment drive to boost rural broadband in Sri Lanka Mobitel (Pvt) Ltd, a unit of publicly traded Sri Lanka Telecom Plc, will expand a 100 million dollar investment drive st...",positive,0.998128235
US Congress delegation wants to advance relationship with Sri Lanka,2/18/2020,International Relations,A bipartisan delegation from the United States Congress has “articulated the strong desire of the Government of the Un...,US Congress delegation wants to advance relationship with Sri Lanka A bipartisan delegation from the United States Congress has “articulated the strong desire of the Government of the Un...,positive,0.989518344
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks gain",2/18/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.55/65 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields rema...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks gain Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.55/65 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields rema...",negative,-0.998311758
"Asian markets fall as virus hits earnings, growth",2/18/2020,International news,"Asian markets tumbled Tuesday after Apple warned the new coronavirus had hit output and demand in China, fuelling fears ...","Asian markets fall as virus hits earnings, growth Asian markets tumbled Tuesday after Apple warned the new coronavirus had hit output and demand in China, fuelling fears ...",negative,-0.996697783
Sri Lanka intervenes on both sides to keep soft-peg in January 2020,2/18/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has bought 149 million dollars in forex markets to prevent the rupee from appreciating and sold 60 million dol...,Sri Lanka intervenes on both sides to keep soft-peg in January 2020 Sri Lanka has bought 149 million dollars in forex markets to prevent the rupee from appreciating and sold 60 million dol...,negative,-0.976486504
Sri Lanka vehicle registrations pick-up in Jan 2020,2/18/2020,Autos,"Sri Lanka's new automobile registrations picked up to 34,475 in January 2020, up from an unusually low 25,291 a month ea...","Sri Lanka vehicle registrations pick-up in Jan 2020 Sri Lanka's new automobile registrations picked up to 34,475 in January 2020, up from an unusually low 25,291 a month ea...",negative,-0.989276052
"China virus death toll passes 1,800: govt",2/18/2020,International news,"The toll from China's coronavirus epidemic jumped to 1,868 on Tuesday after 98 more people died, according to the Nation...","China virus death toll passes 1,800: govt The toll from China's coronavirus epidemic jumped to 1,868 on Tuesday after 98 more people died, according to the Nation...",negative,-0.992676079
Sri Lanka exporters buckle-up for Coronavirus hit on China supply chain,2/18/2020,Apparel,Export industries in Sri Lanka which depend on inputs from China are looking for alternative source markets as a Coronav...,Sri Lanka exporters buckle-up for Coronavirus hit on China supply chain Export industries in Sri Lanka which depend on inputs from China are looking for alternative source markets as a Coronav...,negative,-0.98593694
Unchanged SLPP-SLFP alliance to fight Parliamentary elections,2/18/2020,Politics,The same coalition that brought victory to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will fight the  Parliamentary General elections,Unchanged SLPP-SLFP alliance to fight Parliamentary elections The same coalition that brought victory to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will fight the  Parliamentary General elections,positive,0.82232058
HRW alleges families of the missing are being harassed,2/17/2020,Human Rights,Human Rights Watch is alleging that Sri Lankan security forces and intelligence agencies have intensified surveillance a...,HRW alleges families of the missing are being harassed Human Rights Watch is alleging that Sri Lankan security forces and intelligence agencies have intensified surveillance a...,negative,-0.991654396
Reactions to Shavendra ban exposes Sri Lankans' political divide,2/17/2020,Politics,The ban imposed by the United States on Army Commander Lt General Shavendra Silva for alleged war crimes committed durin...,Reactions to Shavendra ban exposes Sri Lankans' political divide The ban imposed by the United States on Army Commander Lt General Shavendra Silva for alleged war crimes committed durin...,negative,-0.953658044
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields gain",2/17/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee ends weaker at 181.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields gained, dea...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields gain Sri Lanka’s rupee ends weaker at 181.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields gained, dea...",negative,-0.998409212
"Sri Lanka exports down in Dec 2019, imports pick up",2/17/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's exports fell 3.2 percent from a year earlier to 1,000 million dollars in December 2019, while imports picked...","Sri Lanka exports down in Dec 2019, imports pick up Sri Lanka's exports fell 3.2 percent from a year earlier to 1,000 million dollars in December 2019, while imports picked...",negative,-0.998495698
Sri Lanka stocks retreat continues for seventh day,2/17/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.26 percent lower on Monday continuing a retreat for the seventh day, dragged down by Disti...","Sri Lanka stocks retreat continues for seventh day Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.26 percent lower on Monday continuing a retreat for the seventh day, dragged down by Disti...",negative,-0.999532819
Sri Lanka's HNB Finance IPO oversubscribed,2/17/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's HNB Finance Limited, said it has received applications in excess of the 57 million rupees in shares the comp...","Sri Lanka's HNB Finance IPO oversubscribed Sri Lanka's HNB Finance Limited, said it has received applications in excess of the 57 million rupees in shares the comp...",negative,-0.997231185
Sri Lanka's central bank extends Pan Asia primary dealer ban for six months,2/17/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank said it will extend the ban on the primary dealership arm of Pan Asia Banking Corporation (PABC...,Sri Lanka's central bank extends Pan Asia primary dealer ban for six months Sri Lanka's central bank said it will extend the ban on the primary dealership arm of Pan Asia Banking Corporation (PABC...,negative,-0.940963745
Sri Lanka's Watawala Plantations profits down in Dec on flat revenue,2/17/2020,Agriculture,"Watawala Plantations Plc, Sri Lanka's largest palm oil producer, said the firm's net profits fell 17 percent to 174 mill...","Sri Lanka's Watawala Plantations profits down in Dec on flat revenue Watawala Plantations Plc, Sri Lanka's largest palm oil producer, said the firm's net profits fell 17 percent to 174 mill...",negative,-0.999518394
"Sri Lanka legislator calls on ""patriots"" to boycott the US until Shavendra ban is lifted",2/17/2020,Politics,UNF Parliamentarian S.M. Marikkar said that he will personally refrain from applying for an American visa until the Unit...,"Sri Lanka legislator calls on ""patriots"" to boycott the US until Shavendra ban is lifted UNF Parliamentarian S.M. Marikkar said that he will personally refrain from applying for an American visa until the Unit...",negative,-0.924378693
Paypal gap holds back Sri Lanka's online fashion aspirations,2/17/2020,Apparel,Sri Lanka's apparel firms that have built brands and would like to sell online are constrained by the lack of Paypal or ...,Paypal gap holds back Sri Lanka's online fashion aspirations Sri Lanka's apparel firms that have built brands and would like to sell online are constrained by the lack of Paypal or ...,negative,-0.998107553
Computer literacy in Sri Lanka grows in 1H19,2/17/2020,ICT,"Computer literacy in Sri Lanka grew to 30.1 percent in the first half of 2019, rebounding from a fall to 27.5 percent a ...","Computer literacy in Sri Lanka grows in 1H19 Computer literacy in Sri Lanka grew to 30.1 percent in the first half of 2019, rebounding from a fall to 27.5 percent a ...",negative,-0.767242551
Coronavirus dampens Sri Lanka manufacturing and service activity in Jan,2/17/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's industrial and service sectors fell in January from December on the coronavirus outbreak in China, the centr...","Coronavirus dampens Sri Lanka manufacturing and service activity in Jan Sri Lanka's industrial and service sectors fell in January from December on the coronavirus outbreak in China, the centr...",negative,-0.999754131
Sri Lanka's PickMe started surge pricing to bridge supply gap: official,2/17/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's PickMe, a ride-hailing company had introduced surge pricing to bridge a supply gap during peak times, an off...","Sri Lanka's PickMe started surge pricing to bridge supply gap: official Sri Lanka's PickMe, a ride-hailing company had introduced surge pricing to bridge a supply gap during peak times, an off...",negative,-0.986121953
"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, stocks gain",2/17/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.45/55 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields remai...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, stocks gain Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.45/55 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields remai...",positive,0.728794694
Sri Lanka's Hayleys profits up on exports in Dec quarter,2/17/2020,Uncategorized,"Profits of Sri Lanka's Hayleys Plc, which has interests in export manufacturing, retail, logistic and leisure, 54 percen...","Sri Lanka's Hayleys profits up on exports in Dec quarter Profits of Sri Lanka's Hayleys Plc, which has interests in export manufacturing, retail, logistic and leisure, 54 percen...",positive,0.687756419
"Sri Lanka's Softlogic in the black, retail recovery dampened by Coronavirus",2/17/2020,General Economy,"Sri Lanka's Softlogic Holdings, which has interests in retail, leisure, financial services information technology and he...","Sri Lanka's Softlogic in the black, retail recovery dampened by Coronavirus Sri Lanka's Softlogic Holdings, which has interests in retail, leisure, financial services information technology and he...",negative,-0.985929072
New questions over investment policy disclosure of Sri Lanka's EPF,2/17/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka's central bank will not publish a newly devised investment policy on Employees Provident Fund of private secto...,New questions over investment policy disclosure of Sri Lanka's EPF Sri Lanka's central bank will not publish a newly devised investment policy on Employees Provident Fund of private secto...,negative,-0.994913101
"Dinesh conveys ""strong objections"" over Shavendra ban to US Ambassador",2/16/2020,International Relations,Foreign Relations Minister Dinesh Gunawardena on Sunday formally conveyed to the US Ambassador Alaina Teplitz Sri Lankaâ...,"Dinesh conveys ""strong objections"" over Shavendra ban to US Ambassador Foreign Relations Minister Dinesh Gunawardena on Sunday formally conveyed to the US Ambassador Alaina Teplitz Sri Lankaâ...",negative,-0.738263249
Foreign investors sell Sri Lanka rupee bonds,2/16/2020,Bonds & Forex," Foreign investors have sold some rupee bonds for the third week in a row, taking the total down to 103.8 billion rupees...","Foreign investors sell Sri Lanka rupee bonds  Foreign investors have sold some rupee bonds for the third week in a row, taking the total down to 103.8 billion rupees...",negative,-0.993641078
"Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon, Mobitel team up to push digital mobile payments",2/16/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka state-run Bank of Ceylon, Mobitel (Pvt) Ltd, a unit of Sri Lanka Telecom, said they have tied up to provide di...","Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon, Mobitel team up to push digital mobile payments Sri Lanka state-run Bank of Ceylon, Mobitel (Pvt) Ltd, a unit of Sri Lanka Telecom, said they have tied up to provide di...",negative,-0.990260899
US Ambassador summoned by Foreign Ministry over Silva ban,2/15/2020,International Relations, United States Ambassador in Colombo Alaina B Teplitz has been summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Relations tomorrow Su...,US Ambassador summoned by Foreign Ministry over Silva ban  United States Ambassador in Colombo Alaina B Teplitz has been summoned to the Ministry of Foreign Relations tomorrow Su...,positive,0.505305648
"Hemas Holdings see Sri Lanka consumer recovery, net down 4.9-pct in Dec",2/15/2020,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka's Hemas Holdings, which has interests in consumer, healthcare, logistics and leisure said there was recovery i...","Hemas Holdings see Sri Lanka consumer recovery, net down 4.9-pct in Dec Sri Lanka's Hemas Holdings, which has interests in consumer, healthcare, logistics and leisure said there was recovery i...",negative,-0.97990489
Judiciary should not needlessly interfere with Legislature and Executive - President,2/15/2020,Law and Order,"President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is calling on the “system of justice” in Sri Lanka to be more “public friendly, effic...","Judiciary should not needlessly interfere with Legislature and Executive - President President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is calling on the “system of justice” in Sri Lanka to be more “public friendly, effic...",positive,0.861871302
PM promises to look into grievances of families of missing persons,2/15/2020,Human Rights,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has promised to look into the grievances of the families whose loved ones went missing ...,PM promises to look into grievances of families of missing persons Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has promised to look into the grievances of the families whose loved ones went missing ...,positive,0.989049196
UN told that Sri Lanka will chart its own course on reconciliation,2/15/2020,International Relations,Sri Lanka told a United Nations Security Council debate on Thursday that it will chart its own course towards reconcilia...,UN told that Sri Lanka will chart its own course on reconciliation Sri Lanka told a United Nations Security Council debate on Thursday that it will chart its own course towards reconcilia...,negative,-0.974871337
John Wiley of US to make Sri Lanka its largest technology centre in next two years,2/15/2020,ICT,"US-based John Wiley and Sons Inc, a research and education publisher, is on track to make Sri Lanka its top technology c...","John Wiley of US to make Sri Lanka its largest technology centre in next two years US-based John Wiley and Sons Inc, a research and education publisher, is on track to make Sri Lanka its top technology c...",positive,0.999671817
Dealing with the gig economy,2/15/2020,Consumer Affairs,"Worries about the rise of the gig economy are mostly overblown, but its tax and technology policy ramifications require ...","Dealing with the gig economy Worries about the rise of the gig economy are mostly overblown, but its tax and technology policy ramifications require ...",negative,-0.992021382
The King Goes Hybrid — Range Rover P400E Autobiography,2/15/2020,Autos,"When the covers came off the very first Range Rover in June of 1970, the whole world sat up and took notice, because the...","The King Goes Hybrid — Range Rover P400E Autobiography When the covers came off the very first Range Rover in June of 1970, the whole world sat up and took notice, because the...",positive,0.996837854
Sri Lanka asks US to review Shavendra Silva travel ban,2/15/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka has objected to a travel ban slapped by the United States on army chief Shavendra Silva over alleged human rig...,Sri Lanka asks US to review Shavendra Silva travel ban Sri Lanka has objected to a travel ban slapped by the United States on army chief Shavendra Silva over alleged human rig...,negative,-0.983549476
Sri Lanka Army chief Shavendra Silva banned from visiting United States: Pompeo,2/15/2020,Political News,"Sri Lanka's army chief Shavendra Silva has been from visiting the United States, over alleged human rights violations in...","Sri Lanka Army chief Shavendra Silva banned from visiting United States: Pompeo Sri Lanka's army chief Shavendra Silva has been from visiting the United States, over alleged human rights violations in...",negative,-0.991813064
Foreign exchange gain pushes Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata net up in Dec,2/15/2020,ICT,"Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata Plc reported a net profit of 2.3 billion rupees for the December quarter, an over twentyfold g...","Foreign exchange gain pushes Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata net up in Dec Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata Plc reported a net profit of 2.3 billion rupees for the December quarter, an over twentyfold g...",negative,-0.952476144
"UNP has ""sorted things out"" Elephant will be the symbol- Kiriella",2/14/2020,Politics,The United National Party is seeking permission from the Elections Commission for the alliance led by it to contest the ...,"UNP has ""sorted things out"" Elephant will be the symbol- Kiriella The United National Party is seeking permission from the Elections Commission for the alliance led by it to contest the ...",negative,-0.991925538
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields gain",2/14/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee ends weaker at 181.45/52 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields gained, dea...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields gain Sri Lanka’s rupee ends weaker at 181.45/52 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields gained, dea...",negative,-0.998123705
Sri Lanka bank profits to lift on SLDB tax relief,2/14/2020,Banking,Domestic commercial banks which held dollar denominated bonds issued by the government of Sri Lanka will see higher prof...,Sri Lanka bank profits to lift on SLDB tax relief Domestic commercial banks which held dollar denominated bonds issued by the government of Sri Lanka will see higher prof...,negative,-0.84490329
Sri Lanka stocks retreat for sixth day,2/14/2020,Markets," Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.48 percent lower on Friday for the sixth continuous day, dragged down by food and tobacco c...","Sri Lanka stocks retreat for sixth day  Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.48 percent lower on Friday for the sixth continuous day, dragged down by food and tobacco c...",negative,-0.999642849
World Bank to inspect the allegations regarding project harming Sinharaja,2/14/2020,Environment,A World Bank team is currently assessing whether a project funded by the bank is causing harm to the fragile Sinharaja F...,World Bank to inspect the allegations regarding project harming Sinharaja A World Bank team is currently assessing whether a project funded by the bank is causing harm to the fragile Sinharaja F...,negative,-0.992178321
Proposals for a new constitution presented to President,2/14/2020,Political News,A set of proposals containing points that should be taken into account when formulating a new Constitution was presented...,Proposals for a new constitution presented to President A set of proposals containing points that should be taken into account when formulating a new Constitution was presented...,positive,0.971782684
Wuhan students will go home today,2/14/2020,Health,"The thirty-three Sri Lankan students who were rescued from Wuhan, China, the epicenter of the Coronavirus outbreak will ...","Wuhan students will go home today The thirty-three Sri Lankan students who were rescued from Wuhan, China, the epicenter of the Coronavirus outbreak will ...",positive,0.998972297
Udayanga Weeratunga  arrested after being  extradited,2/14/2020,Law and Order,Udayanga Weeratunga the former Sri Lankan Ambassador to Russia was extradited this morning to Sri Lanka from Dubai and w...,Udayanga Weeratunga  arrested after being  extradited Udayanga Weeratunga the former Sri Lankan Ambassador to Russia was extradited this morning to Sri Lanka from Dubai and w...,negative,-0.981455386
"Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank pays big dividend after D-SIB rule change, net up in Dec",2/14/2020,Banking,"Sampath Bank, the third largest listed lender in Sri Lanka, said its profits for the December quarter grew 29.4 percent ...","Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank pays big dividend after D-SIB rule change, net up in Dec Sampath Bank, the third largest listed lender in Sri Lanka, said its profits for the December quarter grew 29.4 percent ...",positive,0.559722185
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, bond yields flat",2/14/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted firmer at 181.40/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields remai...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, bond yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted firmer at 181.40/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields remai...",negative,-0.99677676
Virus fears send world stocks down down after UK finance minister quits,2/14/2020,International news,"Renewed concerns over the virus epidemic in China sent Wall Street into the red on Thursday, while London's stock market...","Virus fears send world stocks down down after UK finance minister quits Renewed concerns over the virus epidemic in China sent Wall Street into the red on Thursday, while London's stock market...",negative,-0.999119103
Sri Lanka has GSP+ access to Britain for another year: UK Envoy,2/14/2020,Economy, Sri Lanka has the same level of trade access as earlier under the GSP+ preferential trade scheme for one year after the...,Sri Lanka has GSP+ access to Britain for another year: UK Envoy  Sri Lanka has the same level of trade access as earlier under the GSP+ preferential trade scheme for one year after the...,negative,-0.937094212
"Devani, the brave Forest Officer can be a harbinger for change",2/13/2020,Uncategorized,Devani Jayathilaka the young woman Forest Officer who stopped State Minister Sanath Nishantha in his tracks is the viral...,"Devani, the brave Forest Officer can be a harbinger for change Devani Jayathilaka the young woman Forest Officer who stopped State Minister Sanath Nishantha in his tracks is the viral...",positive,0.991953433
Sri Lanka capital faces run on cakes on Valentine's Day,2/13/2020,Culture,"A severe cake shortage gripped Sri Lanka’s capital Thursday ahead of Valentine’s Day celebrations, according to onli...","Sri Lanka capital faces run on cakes on Valentine's Day A severe cake shortage gripped Sri Lanka’s capital Thursday ahead of Valentine’s Day celebrations, according to onli...",negative,-0.995651782
Attempted stabbing incident: Uber responds,2/13/2020,Consumer Affairs,San Francisco based ride-hailing company Uber is in the news again in Sri Lanka as a social media post recounting an inc...,Attempted stabbing incident: Uber responds San Francisco based ride-hailing company Uber is in the news again in Sri Lanka as a social media post recounting an inc...,negative,-0.994004548
Sri Lanka's Lion Brewery profits fall in Dec,2/13/2020,Business,"Lion Brewery Plc, Sri Lanka's largest beer manufacturer, said net profits for the December quarter fell 50 percent to 55...","Sri Lanka's Lion Brewery profits fall in Dec Lion Brewery Plc, Sri Lanka's largest beer manufacturer, said net profits for the December quarter fell 50 percent to 55...",negative,-0.999300361
Sri Lankans most likely to gift chocolates on Valentine's day: survey,2/13/2020,Miscellaneous,"Sri Lankans are most likely to gift chocolates to their significant other during Valentine's Day, a research firm said.","Sri Lankans most likely to gift chocolates on Valentine's day: survey Sri Lankans are most likely to gift chocolates to their significant other during Valentine's Day, a research firm said.",negative,-0.767894864
"Sri Lanka rupee ends stable, bond yields ease",2/13/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee ends steady at 181.42/48 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields eased, de...","Sri Lanka rupee ends stable, bond yields ease Sri Lanka’s rupee ends steady at 181.42/48 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields eased, de...",positive,0.995336235
Sri Lanka to contribute Rs 163 million to Somalia,2/13/2020,Economy,The Cabinet has approved the decision to contribute 163 million rupees to Somalia as a total contribution from Sri Lanka...,Sri Lanka to contribute Rs 163 million to Somalia The Cabinet has approved the decision to contribute 163 million rupees to Somalia as a total contribution from Sri Lanka...,positive,0.996787429
Govt has stopped salary and pension increments of public servants - UNP,2/13/2020,Consumer Affairs,The main opposition United National Party is accusing the government of suspending the salary and pension increments of ...,Govt has stopped salary and pension increments of public servants - UNP The main opposition United National Party is accusing the government of suspending the salary and pension increments of ...,negative,-0.998857975
Selling in banks drive Sri Lanka stocks retreat for fifth day,2/13/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks retreated for the fifth day, closing 0.35 percent lower on banks, provisional data showed.","Selling in banks drive Sri Lanka stocks retreat for fifth day Sri Lanka's stocks retreated for the fifth day, closing 0.35 percent lower on banks, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.999071002
Some development projects being re-negotiated - Bandula,2/13/2020,Economy,Co-Cabinet Spokesman Bandula Gunawardena said today that some development projects that are under way have been put on h...,Some development projects being re-negotiated - Bandula Co-Cabinet Spokesman Bandula Gunawardena said today that some development projects that are under way have been put on h...,negative,-0.996315777
UNP MP invites SLFP to join the alliance in the parliamentary election,2/13/2020,Politics,United National Party (UNP) Parliamentarian Harshana Rajakaruna said that his party invites the Sri Lanka Freedom Party ...,UNP MP invites SLFP to join the alliance in the parliamentary election United National Party (UNP) Parliamentarian Harshana Rajakaruna said that his party invites the Sri Lanka Freedom Party ...,positive,0.578597546
Sri Lanka looking into taxpayer top up for mandated estate wage hike: Minister,2/13/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's taxpayer support may be extended to supplement a state mandated wage hike to workers of plantations plantati...,Sri Lanka looking into taxpayer top up for mandated estate wage hike: Minister Sri Lanka's taxpayer support may be extended to supplement a state mandated wage hike to workers of plantations plantati...,negative,-0.950324774
"Sri Lanka tax payers to get relief for shares, housing interest, pensions, education",2/13/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's personal income tax payers will get relief up to 1.2 million rupees a year for investments in stocks and sec...,"Sri Lanka tax payers to get relief for shares, housing interest, pensions, education Sri Lanka's personal income tax payers will get relief up to 1.2 million rupees a year for investments in stocks and sec...",negative,-0.82357955
Sri Lanka apparel exporters eye regional supply chain management,2/13/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's apparel industry has the capacity to expand into offshore supply chain management for their customers and bu...,Sri Lanka apparel exporters eye regional supply chain management Sri Lanka's apparel industry has the capacity to expand into offshore supply chain management for their customers and bu...,positive,0.996626854
Govt will not intervene in the tussle between AG and Acting IGP- Bandula,2/13/2020,Law and Order,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and the government will not intervene in the tussle between Attorney General Dappula de Liv...,Govt will not intervene in the tussle between AG and Acting IGP- Bandula President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and the government will not intervene in the tussle between Attorney General Dappula de Liv...,negative,-0.994729221
Sri Lanka's free tourist visa scheme extended till April,2/13/2020,Business,"The free visa scheme for tourists arriving in Sri Lanka which had begun last August will be extended to April 2020, the ...","Sri Lanka's free tourist visa scheme extended till April The free visa scheme for tourists arriving in Sri Lanka which had begun last August will be extended to April 2020, the ...",negative,-0.945681989
Sri Lanka's EPF members to receive SMS alerts,2/13/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka will set up a mechanism to update Employees' Provident Fund members of their monthly transactions via SMS, the...","Sri Lanka's EPF members to receive SMS alerts Sri Lanka will set up a mechanism to update Employees' Provident Fund members of their monthly transactions via SMS, the...",negative,-0.990741611
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, bond yields flat",2/13/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.45/55 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields rem...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, bond yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.45/55 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields rem...",negative,-0.999213338
"Asian markets mixed, Brent$55.9",2/13/2020,International news,Asian markets were mixed on Thursday after a dramatic spike in the number of coronavirus deaths and cases in mainland Ch...,"Asian markets mixed, Brent$55.9 Asian markets were mixed on Thursday after a dramatic spike in the number of coronavirus deaths and cases in mainland Ch...",negative,-0.998527765
"Sri Lanka taxes, economy to pick up from 2020 2H, deficit 7.5-pct of GDP: Treasury Secy",2/13/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's state revenues will pick up in the second half of 2020, as tax cuts and lower interest rates expand disposab...","Sri Lanka taxes, economy to pick up from 2020 2H, deficit 7.5-pct of GDP: Treasury Secy Sri Lanka's state revenues will pick up in the second half of 2020, as tax cuts and lower interest rates expand disposab...",negative,-0.992316604
"Rauf, Patali and Mano Ganesan back Sajith",2/13/2020,Politics,"Three political parties, namely the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress, the Jathika Hela Urumaya and the Tamil Progressive Front ...","Rauf, Patali and Mano Ganesan back Sajith Three political parties, namely the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress, the Jathika Hela Urumaya and the Tamil Progressive Front ...",positive,0.569292784
"Sri Lanka program expires June 02, interest in 'range of options' later: IMF",2/13/2020,Economy,"A final review of Sri Lanka's existing program with the International Monetary Fund happen in April, if there is enough ...","Sri Lanka program expires June 02, interest in 'range of options' later: IMF A final review of Sri Lanka's existing program with the International Monetary Fund happen in April, if there is enough ...",negative,-0.97116369
Wind power can help SL reach renewable energy target - Narayana,2/12/2020,Energy,"Sri Lanka can achieve more than half of the renewable energy target for 2030 by using windmills to generate electricity,...","Wind power can help SL reach renewable energy target - Narayana Sri Lanka can achieve more than half of the renewable energy target for 2030 by using windmills to generate electricity,...",positive,0.92849648
Death by  electrocution: Sri Lanka’s rate five times higher than the global benchmark – PUCSL,2/12/2020,Accident,The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) today revealed that the Sri Lankan electrocution index has risen to...,Death by  electrocution: Sri Lanka’s rate five times higher than the global benchmark – PUCSL The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) today revealed that the Sri Lankan electrocution index has risen to...,negative,-0.983570039
"Sri Lanka rupee firmer, bond yields gain",2/12/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed slightly stronger at 181.42/47 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yi...,"Sri Lanka rupee firmer, bond yields gain Sri Lanka’s rupee closed slightly stronger at 181.42/47 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yi...",negative,-0.952867925
UNP elephant symbol dispute: Sajith faction cries foul,2/12/2020,Politics,A faction of the main opposition UNP is attempting to use Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa’s popularity with no inte...,UNP elephant symbol dispute: Sajith faction cries foul A faction of the main opposition UNP is attempting to use Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa’s popularity with no inte...,negative,-0.9995085
AG wants copies of Ranjan's calls with Judge Pilapitiya for legal action,2/12/2020,Law and Order,The Attorney General (AG) has asked the Acting Inspector General of Police to provide him with copies of the recordings ...,AG wants copies of Ranjan's calls with Judge Pilapitiya for legal action The Attorney General (AG) has asked the Acting Inspector General of Police to provide him with copies of the recordings ...,negative,-0.995465338
"Banks drag Sri Lanka stocks, retreat continues for fourth day",2/12/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.35 percent lower on Wednesday, dragged down by Commercial Bank, LOLC Holdings and John Keells ...","Banks drag Sri Lanka stocks, retreat continues for fourth day Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.35 percent lower on Wednesday, dragged down by Commercial Bank, LOLC Holdings and John Keells ...",negative,-0.999446452
Apparel slowdown dampens Sri Lankan industrial activity in Dec,2/12/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's industrial activitiy slowed in December from a month earlier, with a fall in apparel manufacturing, the stat...","Apparel slowdown dampens Sri Lankan industrial activity in Dec Sri Lanka's industrial activitiy slowed in December from a month earlier, with a fall in apparel manufacturing, the stat...",negative,-0.999582946
Govt to woo high-end tourists to hit USD 10 bn revenue target by 2025,2/12/2020,Business,Government Media Spokesman Keheliya Rambukwella said that the government intends to develop the tourism industry to earn...,Govt to woo high-end tourists to hit USD 10 bn revenue target by 2025 Government Media Spokesman Keheliya Rambukwella said that the government intends to develop the tourism industry to earn...,negative,-0.912657142
Sri Lanka's Cargills profits boom on demand recovery,2/12/2020,Business,"Cargills (Ceylon) Plc, which operates Sri Lanka's largest supermarket chain, said profits for the December quarter grew ...","Sri Lanka's Cargills profits boom on demand recovery Cargills (Ceylon) Plc, which operates Sri Lanka's largest supermarket chain, said profits for the December quarter grew ...",positive,0.976857424
Sri Lanka firms could cut chemical usage by 40-pct: UNIDO,2/12/2020,Environment,Sri Lankan firms could cut chemical usage  and costs by 40 percent and save on water and energy use if they follow best ...,Sri Lanka firms could cut chemical usage by 40-pct: UNIDO Sri Lankan firms could cut chemical usage  and costs by 40 percent and save on water and energy use if they follow best ...,negative,-0.999068201
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, bond yields unchanged",2/12/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.48/53 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields re...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, bond yields unchanged Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.48/53 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields re...",negative,-0.998386621
Sri Lanka firms keen to meet international standards: EU,2/12/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is keen to meet international standards required by the General System of Preferences (GSP) Plus program, alth...","Sri Lanka firms keen to meet international standards: EU Sri Lanka is keen to meet international standards required by the General System of Preferences (GSP) Plus program, alth...",positive,0.985496938
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices ease for first time since August,2/12/2020,Political News,"Sri Lanka raw coconut prices fall 4.9 percent to 46,939 rupees for 1000 nuts at a auction on the first week of February ...","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices ease for first time since August Sri Lanka raw coconut prices fall 4.9 percent to 46,939 rupees for 1000 nuts at a auction on the first week of February ...",negative,-0.982607186
"Wall Street inches to records amid global recovery, Brent $54",2/12/2020,International news,Further easing of investor concerns over the impact of the new coronavirus outbreak in China allowed US stock to edge to...,"Wall Street inches to records amid global recovery, Brent $54 Further easing of investor concerns over the impact of the new coronavirus outbreak in China allowed US stock to edge to...",negative,-0.686010718
Singer Sri Lanka turns a profit in Dec with consumer sentiment recovery,2/12/2020,Markets,"Singer Sri Lanka Plc, the island's largest durable goods retailer, said it posted 306.7 million rupees in profits for th...","Singer Sri Lanka turns a profit in Dec with consumer sentiment recovery Singer Sri Lanka Plc, the island's largest durable goods retailer, said it posted 306.7 million rupees in profits for th...",negative,-0.975292742
Dappula orders Pilapitiya arrested immediately,2/12/2020,Law and Order,The Attorney General is displeased at the way the police are going about the taking action over the investigation into t...,Dappula orders Pilapitiya arrested immediately The Attorney General is displeased at the way the police are going about the taking action over the investigation into t...,negative,-0.997578681
"Concerns that Sri Lanka tax changes may violate democratic principles, defy Supreme Court order",2/12/2020,Economy,Concerns have been raised that a series of tax changed by cabinet decree without parliamentary consent may violate a rec...,"Concerns that Sri Lanka tax changes may violate democratic principles, defy Supreme Court order Concerns have been raised that a series of tax changed by cabinet decree without parliamentary consent may violate a rec...",negative,-0.992860854
"Sri Lanka firms told not to deduct any PAYE, WHT tax; refund Jan collections",2/12/2020,Economy,In the latest twist to Sri Lanka's fluctuating taxes the Department of Inland Revenue which earlier raised the threshold...,"Sri Lanka firms told not to deduct any PAYE, WHT tax; refund Jan collections In the latest twist to Sri Lanka's fluctuating taxes the Department of Inland Revenue which earlier raised the threshold...",negative,-0.984862626
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields unchanged",2/11/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 181.45/55 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields rema...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 181.45/55 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields rema...",negative,-0.99745816
"Sri Lanka stocks fall on John Keells Holdings, Distilleries",2/11/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stock were battered on Tuesday, dragged down by John Keells Holdings and Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka, ...","Sri Lanka stocks fall on John Keells Holdings, Distilleries Sri Lanka's stock were battered on Tuesday, dragged down by John Keells Holdings and Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka, ...",negative,-0.999589384
UNP vs UNP: Will Sajith's new party also be UNP?,2/11/2020,Uncategorized,The Elections Commission has recognized Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa as the President of a political party called ...,UNP vs UNP: Will Sajith's new party also be UNP? The Elections Commission has recognized Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa as the President of a political party called ...,negative,-0.982212007
Sajith loyalists see sabotage-attempt in fuss over party symbol,2/11/2020,Politics,Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa loyalists in the UNP called into question today the controversy surrounding the symbo...,Sajith loyalists see sabotage-attempt in fuss over party symbol Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa loyalists in the UNP called into question today the controversy surrounding the symbo...,negative,-0.997295439
Maithripala Sirisena never asked for co-leadership-Dayasiri,2/11/2020,Politics,"Maithripala Sirisena never asked for Co-leadership in the SLFP-SLPP alliance, says the General Secretary of Sri Lanka Fr...","Maithripala Sirisena never asked for co-leadership-Dayasiri Maithripala Sirisena never asked for Co-leadership in the SLFP-SLPP alliance, says the General Secretary of Sri Lanka Fr...",positive,0.993294418
No more coronavirus patients here – Chief Epidemiologist,2/11/2020,Health,Media reports claiming that another patient infected with Novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) has been found in Sri Lanka are ...,No more coronavirus patients here – Chief Epidemiologist Media reports claiming that another patient infected with Novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) has been found in Sri Lanka are ...,negative,-0.994275153
Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations profits down 46-pct,2/11/2020,Uncategorized,"ECONOMYNEXT- Profits at Sri Lanka’s Hatton Plantations, a tea farming company fell 46 percent from a year earlier to 4...","Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations profits down 46-pct ECONOMYNEXT- Profits at Sri Lanka’s Hatton Plantations, a tea farming company fell 46 percent from a year earlier to 4...",negative,-0.999246955
Coronavirus stalls construction projects in Sri Lanka,2/11/2020,Business,"Construction work on a number of major projects in Sri Lanka have stalled because of the novel coronavirus effect, an in...","Coronavirus stalls construction projects in Sri Lanka Construction work on a number of major projects in Sri Lanka have stalled because of the novel coronavirus effect, an in...",negative,-0.999590576
Govt will not seek to send only educated persons to parliament - Susil,2/11/2020,Politics,State Minister of International Co-operation Susil Premajayantha says that the government will nominate a variety of per...,Govt will not seek to send only educated persons to parliament - Susil State Minister of International Co-operation Susil Premajayantha says that the government will nominate a variety of per...,positive,0.983908951
Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka profits up in Dec on lower input costs,2/11/2020,General Industry,"Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka Plc (DCSL) posted 1.47 billion rupees in net profits for the December quarter, rising ...","Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka profits up in Dec on lower input costs Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka Plc (DCSL) posted 1.47 billion rupees in net profits for the December quarter, rising ...",negative,-0.977039814
Sri Lanka withholding tax removal may increase taxes of some payers,2/11/2020,Economy,Some tax payers may end up paying a higher 18 percent tax on interest income after withholding tax deduction of 5 percen...,Sri Lanka withholding tax removal may increase taxes of some payers Some tax payers may end up paying a higher 18 percent tax on interest income after withholding tax deduction of 5 percen...,negative,-0.985995829
Sri Lanka not providing novel treatment for coronavirus patients,2/11/2020,Environment,Sri Lanka is not trying innovative treatments for Coronavirus patients using anti-HIV drug cocktails unlike some other c...,Sri Lanka not providing novel treatment for coronavirus patients Sri Lanka is not trying innovative treatments for Coronavirus patients using anti-HIV drug cocktails unlike some other c...,negative,-0.992732942
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields flat",2/11/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee opened slightly stronger at 181.35/45 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond ...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields flat Sri Lanka rupee opened slightly stronger at 181.35/45 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond ...",negative,-0.846067965
Global stocks mixed on coronavirus but US stock hit record; Brent $53,2/11/2020,International news,"Major US stock indices finished at fresh records Monday, shrugging off worries about the coronavirus that pressured othe...","Global stocks mixed on coronavirus but US stock hit record; Brent $53 Major US stock indices finished at fresh records Monday, shrugging off worries about the coronavirus that pressured othe...",negative,-0.981817782
"Negative rating stances on Sri Lanka worrying, but will improve with next budgetary cycle: CB Govern...",2/11/2020,Economy, Cuts by rating agencies in the outlook of Sri Lanka's sovereign rating to negative in 2019 was worrying but ratings wil...,"Negative rating stances on Sri Lanka worrying, but will improve with next budgetary cycle: CB Govern...  Cuts by rating agencies in the outlook of Sri Lanka's sovereign rating to negative in 2019 was worrying but ratings wil...",negative,-0.988770008
University courses must serve the job market - President,2/11/2020,Education,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa wants sweeping reforms in the University curricula gearing them to serve the job market to ...,University courses must serve the job market - President President Gotabaya Rajapaksa wants sweeping reforms in the University curricula gearing them to serve the job market to ...,positive,0.990696669
Sri Lanka may start talks on a new IMF deal 'later on': CB Governor,2/11/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka may start talks with the International Monetary Fund for a new program, Central Bank Governor W D Lakshman sai...","Sri Lanka may start talks on a new IMF deal 'later on': CB Governor Sri Lanka may start talks with the International Monetary Fund for a new program, Central Bank Governor W D Lakshman sai...",positive,0.546731114
UNP crisis worsens:  Sajith walks out of Working Committee,2/10/2020,Politics,The crisis in the United National Party appears to have deepened after a meeting of the Party’s top decision-making bo...,UNP crisis worsens:  Sajith walks out of Working Committee The crisis in the United National Party appears to have deepened after a meeting of the Party’s top decision-making bo...,negative,-0.998841584
Sand mining in Deduru Oya and Ma Oya continues despite court order,2/10/2020,Environment,Sand mining near Deduru Oya and Ma Oya still continues despite a Supreme Court order banning sand mining in those areas ...,Sand mining in Deduru Oya and Ma Oya continues despite court order Sand mining near Deduru Oya and Ma Oya still continues despite a Supreme Court order banning sand mining in those areas ...,positive,0.664411366
"Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, gilt yields remain unchanged",2/10/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 181.40/42 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields were ...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, gilt yields remain unchanged Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 181.40/42 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields were ...",positive,0.922778487
A refund from Airbus is possible: TISL chief Obeyesekere,2/10/2020,Corruption,Sri Lanka’s best option is to use the dispute resolution mechanisms provided by the Organisation for Economic Cooperat...,A refund from Airbus is possible: TISL chief Obeyesekere Sri Lanka’s best option is to use the dispute resolution mechanisms provided by the Organisation for Economic Cooperat...,negative,-0.990148544
"Plastic bags, bottles endangering Sri Pada biodiversity – CENS",2/10/2020,Environment,The biodiversity of Sri Pada (Adam’s Peak) and its surroundings are at risk due to pilgrims dumping plastic bottles an...,"Plastic bags, bottles endangering Sri Pada biodiversity – CENS The biodiversity of Sri Pada (Adam’s Peak) and its surroundings are at risk due to pilgrims dumping plastic bottles an...",negative,-0.997169554
"Sri Lanka imports to fall in 2020, external account to improve: CB Governor",2/10/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka will see a slow improvement in external accounts, trade deficit will continue to fall in 2020, and there will ...","Sri Lanka imports to fall in 2020, external account to improve: CB Governor Sri Lanka will see a slow improvement in external accounts, trade deficit will continue to fall in 2020, and there will ...",negative,-0.994506061
Aitken Spence Hotels returns to profits in Dec,2/10/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence Hotel Holdings Plc posted 58 million rupees in profits for the December quarter, down 82.8 per...","Aitken Spence Hotels returns to profits in Dec Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence Hotel Holdings Plc posted 58 million rupees in profits for the December quarter, down 82.8 per...",negative,-0.997868538
"Great damage to Sinharaja due to road construction, environmentalists say",2/10/2020,Environment,"The Sinharaja rainforest reserve has sustained “great damage” due to the construction of a concrete-laden road, envi...","Great damage to Sinharaja due to road construction, environmentalists say The Sinharaja rainforest reserve has sustained “great damage” due to the construction of a concrete-laden road, envi...",negative,-0.998865008
Govt will crack down on  businesses not passing tax cut benefits to consumers,2/10/2020,Economy,Legal action will be taken against businesses which do not pass on the benefits of tax cuts to VAT and other tax relief ...,Govt will crack down on  businesses not passing tax cut benefits to consumers Legal action will be taken against businesses which do not pass on the benefits of tax cuts to VAT and other tax relief ...,negative,-0.987255931
Sri Lanka stocks end four-day rally on John Keells Holdings,2/10/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.15 percent lower on Monday ending a four-day rally, with the market dragged down by index-heav...","Sri Lanka stocks end four-day rally on John Keells Holdings Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.15 percent lower on Monday ending a four-day rally, with the market dragged down by index-heav...",negative,-0.99964416
Sajith's gambit: A new alliance with a new name,2/10/2020,Politics,Sajith Premadasa is likely to contest the forthcoming election leading a new alliance called the Jathika Samagi Balavega...,Sajith's gambit: A new alliance with a new name Sajith Premadasa is likely to contest the forthcoming election leading a new alliance called the Jathika Samagi Balavega...,negative,-0.963101149
Mini-hydro to gain from new fixed tariff: ICRA,2/10/2020,Energy,"Profitability of mini-hydro developers in Sri Lanka will rise despite environmental risks, due to a new tariff structure...","Mini-hydro to gain from new fixed tariff: ICRA Profitability of mini-hydro developers in Sri Lanka will rise despite environmental risks, due to a new tariff structure...",positive,0.997925878
UNP crisis: Crucial Working Committee meeting today,2/10/2020,Politics,There were negotiations this morning between the two sides in the deeply divided United National Party (UNP) as it strug...,UNP crisis: Crucial Working Committee meeting today There were negotiations this morning between the two sides in the deeply divided United National Party (UNP) as it strug...,negative,-0.989238262
Bandula in do-or-die battle to save Open University of Sri Lanka students,2/10/2020,Political News,Unknown forces have launched a conspiracy to de-stabilize the Open University of Sri Lanka and he is ready to enter a do...,Bandula in do-or-die battle to save Open University of Sri Lanka students Unknown forces have launched a conspiracy to de-stabilize the Open University of Sri Lanka and he is ready to enter a do...,positive,0.722547054
"‘Hathe Ape Potha' was product of much effort and research, says author",2/10/2020,Education,The Sectoral Oversight Committee on Education and Human Resources Development yesterday met in parliament to discuss the...,"‘Hathe Ape Potha' was product of much effort and research, says author The Sectoral Oversight Committee on Education and Human Resources Development yesterday met in parliament to discuss the...",negative,-0.9377864
UGC calls for public complaints on university ragging,2/10/2020,Education,All national newspapers carried a government advertisement today calling for public complaints on ragging at institutes ...,UGC calls for public complaints on university ragging All national newspapers carried a government advertisement today calling for public complaints on ragging at institutes ...,negative,-0.996833384
Colonel and soldiers among 21 arrested for digging for Tiger Gold,2/10/2020,Law and Order,The Police Special Task Force has arrested 21 people in Dharmapuram in Kilinochchi yesterday for allegedly excavating a ...,Colonel and soldiers among 21 arrested for digging for Tiger Gold The Police Special Task Force has arrested 21 people in Dharmapuram in Kilinochchi yesterday for allegedly excavating a ...,negative,-0.973713696
"Sri Lanka rupee gains, gilt yields stable",2/10/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted slightly stronger at 181.35/40 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bo...,"Sri Lanka rupee gains, gilt yields stable Sri Lanka rupee was quoted slightly stronger at 181.35/40 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bo...",negative,-0.59822911
Sri Lanka warned against continuing interest price controls by IMF,2/10/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka has been warned against continuing its controversial price controls on bank lending rates by the International...,Sri Lanka warned against continuing interest price controls by IMF Sri Lanka has been warned against continuing its controversial price controls on bank lending rates by the International...,negative,-0.983782828
WHO warns overseas virus spread may be 'tip of the iceberg',2/10/2020,International news,The head of the World Health Organization has warned that confirmed cases of coronavirus being transmitted by people who...,WHO warns overseas virus spread may be 'tip of the iceberg' The head of the World Health Organization has warned that confirmed cases of coronavirus being transmitted by people who...,negative,-0.986330628
Sri Lanka asks debt moratorium from India: report,2/10/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has asked for three year debt moratorium from India, a media report said.","Sri Lanka asks debt moratorium from India: report  Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has asked for three year debt moratorium from India, a media report said.",negative,-0.980739474
"Sri Lanka GDP to grow 3.7-pct in 2020, with limited hit from Coronavirus: IMF",2/10/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's gross domestic product growth is expected to increase to 3.7 percent in 2020, with a limited fallout from th...","Sri Lanka GDP to grow 3.7-pct in 2020, with limited hit from Coronavirus: IMF Sri Lanka's gross domestic product growth is expected to increase to 3.7 percent in 2020, with a limited fallout from th...",negative,-0.965596259
Sri Lanka will grow old before getting rich,2/9/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka will become old before getting rich as the country's population declines from 2030, dragging down growth, an A...","Sri Lanka will grow old before getting rich Sri Lanka will become old before getting rich as the country's population declines from 2030, dragging down growth, an A...",negative,-0.995019317
Sri Lanka cabinet clears laws to remove debt repayment levy,2/9/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had cleared changes to the Finance Act that are required to remove the Debt Repayment L...,Sri Lanka cabinet clears laws to remove debt repayment levy Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had cleared changes to the Finance Act that are required to remove the Debt Repayment L...,negative,-0.969556093
"Nepal Airlines Airbus bribery probe finds US$1.8mn promised, Sri Lanka $16.8mn",2/9/2020,Aviation,"Airbus, in s deal with Nepal Airlines Corporation, had committed 1.8 million US dollars to agents linked to government o...","Nepal Airlines Airbus bribery probe finds US$1.8mn promised, Sri Lanka $16.8mn Airbus, in s deal with Nepal Airlines Corporation, had committed 1.8 million US dollars to agents linked to government o...",negative,-0.992333412
Building Race Relations in Uneasy Batticaloa,2/9/2020,Human Rights,"The Eastern city of Batticaloa in Sri Lanka is one of the most multicultural and multi-lingual in the country, but is ri...","Building Race Relations in Uneasy Batticaloa The Eastern city of Batticaloa in Sri Lanka is one of the most multicultural and multi-lingual in the country, but is ri...",positive,0.993105948
"Modi asks Mahinda to ""realize expectations of Tamils""",2/8/2020,International Relations,"India is exhorting Sri Lanka to ensure that the minorities in the country, particularly the rights of the Tamil people a...","Modi asks Mahinda to ""realize expectations of Tamils"" India is exhorting Sri Lanka to ensure that the minorities in the country, particularly the rights of the Tamil people a...",positive,0.987000465
Sri Lanka January 2020 forex reserves drop to US$7.56bn,2/8/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka's January 2020 official reserves fell 116 million dollars to 7,626 million dollars from 7,642 million dollars...","Sri Lanka January 2020 forex reserves drop to US$7.56bn  Sri Lanka's January 2020 official reserves fell 116 million dollars to 7,626 million dollars from 7,642 million dollars...",negative,-0.998620987
Who's afraid of election campaign finance regulations?,2/8/2020,Politics,"Sri Lanka’s 8th presidential election held on November 16, 2019, saw a record turnout of 83.72% of the nearly 16 milli...","Who's afraid of election campaign finance regulations? Sri Lanka’s 8th presidential election held on November 16, 2019, saw a record turnout of 83.72% of the nearly 16 milli...",positive,0.98760289
Mahinda hails security cooperation with India after meeting Modi,2/8/2020,International Relations,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa says that he looks forward to India’s continued support “on co-operation in regard ...,Mahinda hails security cooperation with India after meeting Modi Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa says that he looks forward to India’s continued support “on co-operation in regard ...,positive,0.997509003
Three senior police officers out of Ministerial Security,2/8/2020,Uncategorized,"The National Police Commission has transferred three Senior Superintendents out of the Ministerial Security Division, Po...","Three senior police officers out of Ministerial Security The National Police Commission has transferred three Senior Superintendents out of the Ministerial Security Division, Po...",negative,-0.928167403
Mahinda to meet Modi this afternoon,2/8/2020,International Relations,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is in New Delhi and has begun a packed schedule which started with a bilateral meeting ...,Mahinda to meet Modi this afternoon Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is in New Delhi and has begun a packed schedule which started with a bilateral meeting ...,positive,0.99910152
Sri Lanka 2020 budget deficit could rise to 7.9-pct of GDP amid tax cuts: IMF,2/8/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's 2020 budget deficit could rise to 7.9 percent of gross domestic product from an earlier forecast 5.3 percent...,Sri Lanka 2020 budget deficit could rise to 7.9-pct of GDP amid tax cuts: IMF Sri Lanka's 2020 budget deficit could rise to 7.9 percent of gross domestic product from an earlier forecast 5.3 percent...,negative,-0.997571409
"Sri Lanka misses 2019 budget deficit, forex reserve targets in IMF program",2/8/2020,Fiscal,Sri Lanka has missed the budget deficit and foreign reserves targets in a deal with the International Monetary Fund wher...,"Sri Lanka misses 2019 budget deficit, forex reserve targets in IMF program Sri Lanka has missed the budget deficit and foreign reserves targets in a deal with the International Monetary Fund wher...",negative,-0.999106348
"The story behind the Wuhan rescue: ""We were just doing our job""",2/8/2020,Aviation,"The planning, the negotiations and the military precision of the rescue mission SriLankan airlines carried out to bring ...","The story behind the Wuhan rescue: ""We were just doing our job"" The planning, the negotiations and the military precision of the rescue mission SriLankan airlines carried out to bring ...",positive,0.521326542
Ford Ranger XLT: Can the blue oval's pick-up unseat the local competition?,2/8/2020,Autos,"The latest Ranger XLT comes into a market that is dominated by the likes of Toyota’s Hilux and the Mitsubishi L200, wi...","Ford Ranger XLT: Can the blue oval's pick-up unseat the local competition? The latest Ranger XLT comes into a market that is dominated by the likes of Toyota’s Hilux and the Mitsubishi L200, wi...",positive,0.978370368
Sri Lanka fiscal cash crunch hits medical suppliers,2/8/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's state hospitals has no medicine shortage but rising payment arrears is making it difficult for some pharmace...,Sri Lanka fiscal cash crunch hits medical suppliers Sri Lanka's state hospitals has no medicine shortage but rising payment arrears is making it difficult for some pharmace...,negative,-0.998467743
Sri Lanka Cricket to be examined by COPE - Handunetti,2/7/2020,Corruption,The Parliamentary Committee on Public Enterprise (COPE) will summon three major government institutions including Sri La...,Sri Lanka Cricket to be examined by COPE - Handunetti The Parliamentary Committee on Public Enterprise (COPE) will summon three major government institutions including Sri La...,positive,0.988382757
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilt yields stable",2/7/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee ended slightly weaker at 181.40/50 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond ...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilt yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee ended slightly weaker at 181.40/50 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond ...",negative,-0.982970595
Mahinda on India visit will meet Modi on Saturday,2/7/2020,Uncategorized,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa left for a four-day official visit to India today and is due to hold bilateral talks wi...,Mahinda on India visit will meet Modi on Saturday Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa left for a four-day official visit to India today and is due to hold bilateral talks wi...,positive,0.996490419
SF challenges Prez to present 'Api Wenuwen Api' fund audit report,2/7/2020,Politics,The main opposition United National Party (UNP) challenged President Gotabaya Rajapaksa today to present the audit repor...,SF challenges Prez to present 'Api Wenuwen Api' fund audit report The main opposition United National Party (UNP) challenged President Gotabaya Rajapaksa today to present the audit repor...,negative,-0.978421032
Framework being developed for future sex education textbooks,2/7/2020,Education,The Sectoral Oversight Committee on Education and Human Resources Development yesterday decided to develop a framework w...,Framework being developed for future sex education textbooks The Sectoral Oversight Committee on Education and Human Resources Development yesterday decided to develop a framework w...,negative,-0.937824786
"Sri Lanka stocks fall on Distilleries, Carson and Dialog",2/7/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.10 percent lower on Friday, dragged down by Food, Beverage & Tobacco Industry index and ge...","Sri Lanka stocks fall on Distilleries, Carson and Dialog Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.10 percent lower on Friday, dragged down by Food, Beverage & Tobacco Industry index and ge...",negative,-0.99961251
Future UNP govt will cooperate with President only when he is right - SF,2/7/2020,Politics,"A future UNP government will cooperate with President Gotabaya Rajapaksa only when he is right, UNF MP Sarath Fonseka sa...","Future UNP govt will cooperate with President only when he is right - SF A future UNP government will cooperate with President Gotabaya Rajapaksa only when he is right, UNF MP Sarath Fonseka sa...",negative,-0.977656007
"Sri Lankan Airlines to offer 5 US cities, Spain, Cypres with Qatar codeshare",2/7/2020,Aviation,"State-run SriLankan Airlines said it will sell tickets to five US cities, Spain and Cypress, through a code share on Qat...","Sri Lankan Airlines to offer 5 US cities, Spain, Cypres with Qatar codeshare State-run SriLankan Airlines said it will sell tickets to five US cities, Spain and Cypress, through a code share on Qat...",negative,-0.804767549
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Graphene Technologies ups capacity as advanced batteries are readied for sale,2/7/2020,Business,"Ceylon Graphene Technologies, a start-up nano technology firm in Sri Lanka is expanding capacity as industrial batteries...","Sri Lanka's Ceylon Graphene Technologies ups capacity as advanced batteries are readied for sale Ceylon Graphene Technologies, a start-up nano technology firm in Sri Lanka is expanding capacity as industrial batteries...",positive,0.989436507
"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks gain at open",2/7/2020,Bonds & Forex,ri Lanka rupee was quoted slightly stronger at 181.30/45 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bon...,"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks gain at open ri Lanka rupee was quoted slightly stronger at 181.30/45 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bon...",negative,-0.981654644
UNIDO to help Sri Lanka formulate industrial policy,2/7/2020,Economy, The United Nations Industrial Development Organization will help Sri Lanka to create an industrial policy to move into ...,UNIDO to help Sri Lanka formulate industrial policy  The United Nations Industrial Development Organization will help Sri Lanka to create an industrial policy to move into ...,positive,0.995347202
Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka profits up in Dec quarter,2/7/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka Plc, a fabric maker which also has operations in India, said profits grew 31 percent to 718 mil...","Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka profits up in Dec quarter Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka Plc, a fabric maker which also has operations in India, said profits grew 31 percent to 718 mil...",negative,-0.809606493
Govt committee to review foreign teledramas,2/7/2020,Arts and Culture,The government has appointed a committee to review foreign teledramas that are broadcast in Sri Lanka the Media Ministry...,Govt committee to review foreign teledramas The government has appointed a committee to review foreign teledramas that are broadcast in Sri Lanka the Media Ministry...,positive,0.589412749
Chinese workers in Sri Lanka who went home for lunar New Year asked to remain,2/7/2020,Business,"Chinese workers in Sri Lanka who had gone home for Lunar New Year holidays have been asked to delay their arrival, China...","Chinese workers in Sri Lanka who went home for lunar New Year asked to remain Chinese workers in Sri Lanka who had gone home for Lunar New Year holidays have been asked to delay their arrival, China...",negative,-0.999474347
"Stocks climb after China slashes tariffs on US goods, oil up",2/7/2020,Markets,Stock markets got a boost Thursday from a Chinese move to slash levies on US imports which helped offset concerns about ...,"Stocks climb after China slashes tariffs on US goods, oil up Stock markets got a boost Thursday from a Chinese move to slash levies on US imports which helped offset concerns about ...",positive,0.978692949
Elpitiya Plantations in talks with Sim Leisure for Sri Lanka theme park,2/7/2020,Business,"Elpitiya Plantations, a unit of Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence group, said it is talks with Sim Leisure Group Ltd for a possi...","Elpitiya Plantations in talks with Sim Leisure for Sri Lanka theme park Elpitiya Plantations, a unit of Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence group, said it is talks with Sim Leisure Group Ltd for a possi...",negative,-0.957970858
Sri Lanka airport to get Rs600mn new approach road,2/7/2020,Aviation,"Sri Lanka will build a 600 million rupee second approach road to the main international airport in Katunayake, cabinet s...","Sri Lanka airport to get Rs600mn new approach road Sri Lanka will build a 600 million rupee second approach road to the main international airport in Katunayake, cabinet s...",negative,-0.928136051
SriLanka Airline ex-boss Chandrasena remanded over Airbus-linked money laundering probe,2/6/2020,Aviation,A Sri Lanka court has remanded the ex-Chief Executive Kapila Chandrasena and his wife over a suspected money laundering ...,SriLanka Airline ex-boss Chandrasena remanded over Airbus-linked money laundering probe A Sri Lanka court has remanded the ex-Chief Executive Kapila Chandrasena and his wife over a suspected money laundering ...,negative,-0.946026921
"Sri Lanka seeks to raise more debt, hike spending in vote on account supplement",2/6/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka is seeking parliamentary approval to spend 156 billion rupees more and raise up to 357 billion rupees in gross...,"Sri Lanka seeks to raise more debt, hike spending in vote on account supplement Sri Lanka is seeking parliamentary approval to spend 156 billion rupees more and raise up to 357 billion rupees in gross...",negative,-0.98399055
"Sri Lanka rupee stable at close, selling pressure on bonds",2/6/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee ended stable at 181.35/45 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields ga...,"Sri Lanka rupee stable at close, selling pressure on bonds Sri Lanka's rupee ended stable at 181.35/45 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields ga...",negative,-0.967924297
Making sense of the Agitation Site,2/6/2020,Politics,"Sri Lanka yesterday announced a state-approved Agitation Site for protestors. This is an attempt to understand it, with ...","Making sense of the Agitation Site Sri Lanka yesterday announced a state-approved Agitation Site for protestors. This is an attempt to understand it, with ...",negative,-0.996805191
Coronavirus: Sri Lanka recording and tracking all arrivals to the island,2/6/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is recording details of all arrivals to the country and tracking their movements in the island with an app giv...,Coronavirus: Sri Lanka recording and tracking all arrivals to the island Sri Lanka is recording details of all arrivals to the country and tracking their movements in the island with an app giv...,negative,-0.956696093
"Sri Lanka stocks gain on Dialog, Carson Cumberbatch",2/6/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks ended 0.10 percent higher on Dialog Axiata and Carson Cumberbatch on Wednesday, provisional data sh...","Sri Lanka stocks gain on Dialog, Carson Cumberbatch Sri Lanka’s stocks ended 0.10 percent higher on Dialog Axiata and Carson Cumberbatch on Wednesday, provisional data sh...",negative,-0.993682146
The public must be told what relief they can expect from tax cuts - Vasu,2/6/2020,Consumer Affairs,The public needs to be informed about the drop in prices of essentials after the tax cuts imposed by the government Stat...,The public must be told what relief they can expect from tax cuts - Vasu The public needs to be informed about the drop in prices of essentials after the tax cuts imposed by the government Stat...,negative,-0.983192146
Kapila and wife remanded   in Airbus case,2/6/2020,Aviation,SriLankan Airlines ex-Chief Executive Kapila Chandrasena and his wife Priyanka Wijenaike have been arrested and produced...,Kapila and wife remanded   in Airbus case SriLankan Airlines ex-Chief Executive Kapila Chandrasena and his wife Priyanka Wijenaike have been arrested and produced...,negative,-0.942728221
Sri Lanka plantation wage hike still under discussion: minister,2/6/2020,Agriculture,"The decision to raise the daily wage of plantation workers to 1000 rupees per day is still under discussion, the Ministe...","Sri Lanka plantation wage hike still under discussion: minister The decision to raise the daily wage of plantation workers to 1000 rupees per day is still under discussion, the Ministe...",negative,-0.979163468
"Petrochina, Swiss Singapore win Sri Lanka petrol, diesel contracts",2/6/2020,Energy,"Petrochina International (Singapore) Pte Ltd, and Swiss Singapore International have won contracts to supply petrol and ...","Petrochina, Swiss Singapore win Sri Lanka petrol, diesel contracts Petrochina International (Singapore) Pte Ltd, and Swiss Singapore International have won contracts to supply petrol and ...",positive,0.961162925
AG must file action against SriLankan airlines bribe-takers - Eran,2/6/2020,Aviation,UNP Parliamentarian Eran Wickremeratne is demanding that the Attorney General file action against those persons who took...,AG must file action against SriLankan airlines bribe-takers - Eran UNP Parliamentarian Eran Wickremeratne is demanding that the Attorney General file action against those persons who took...,negative,-0.997931957
Denmark's Orana to set up fruit processing plant in Sri Lanka,2/6/2020,Agriculture,"Denmark-based Orana, a fruit compound maker will set up a 1.5 million dollar processing plant in Sri Lanka, the state in...","Denmark's Orana to set up fruit processing plant in Sri Lanka Denmark-based Orana, a fruit compound maker will set up a 1.5 million dollar processing plant in Sri Lanka, the state in...",negative,-0.786026239
Issuance of medical reports for some drivers' licenses to be decentralised,2/6/2020,Consumer Affairs,Government has decided to centralise the issuance of medical reports needed for the drivers’ licence of light vehicles...,Issuance of medical reports for some drivers' licenses to be decentralised Government has decided to centralise the issuance of medical reports needed for the drivers’ licence of light vehicles...,negative,-0.989288926
Sri Lanka's Kahatagaha Graphite mine to seek partner to add value,2/6/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's state-run Kahatagaha Graphite has been given the clearance to seek an investor to add value to production, t...","Sri Lanka's Kahatagaha Graphite mine to seek partner to add value Sri Lanka's state-run Kahatagaha Graphite has been given the clearance to seek an investor to add value to production, t...",negative,-0.97628355
SriLankan ex-CEO Kapila Chandrasena and wife surrender to police,2/6/2020,Aviation,SriLankan Airlines ex-Chief Executive Kapila Chandrasena and his wife Priyanka Wijenaike who are wanted in the Airbus br...,SriLankan ex-CEO Kapila Chandrasena and wife surrender to police SriLankan Airlines ex-Chief Executive Kapila Chandrasena and his wife Priyanka Wijenaike who are wanted in the Airbus br...,negative,-0.973613679
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields gain",2/6/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 181.40/45 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields gain Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 181.40/45 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields...",negative,-0.996374428
Asian markets track Wall St surge as data trumps virus fear; oil up,2/6/2020,International news,"Asian markets rallied again Thursday despite China's virus claiming hundreds of lives and infecting tens of thousands, w...","Asian markets track Wall St surge as data trumps virus fear; oil up Asian markets rallied again Thursday despite China's virus claiming hundreds of lives and infecting tens of thousands, w...",negative,-0.593048811
"Corruption in Sri Lanka, deeply entrenched spans govts, Airbus, PTL emblematic: Eran",2/6/2020,Legal,"Corruption has become deeply entrenched and has become so systemic in Sri Lanka in recent years, that it is spanning cha...","Corruption in Sri Lanka, deeply entrenched spans govts, Airbus, PTL emblematic: Eran Corruption has become deeply entrenched and has become so systemic in Sri Lanka in recent years, that it is spanning cha...",negative,-0.829291165
Sri Lanka screens cruise ships for Coronavirus,2/6/2020,Business,Sri Lanka is screening passengers arriving in cruise ships as coronavirus infected persons were found on a liner in Japa...,Sri Lanka screens cruise ships for Coronavirus Sri Lanka is screening passengers arriving in cruise ships as coronavirus infected persons were found on a liner in Japa...,negative,-0.985693336
Public finance committee calls for CBSL observations on Sri Lanka bondscam audits,2/6/2020,Economy," The Parliament's Committee on Public Finance has called for the observations of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, on sever...","Public finance committee calls for CBSL observations on Sri Lanka bondscam audits  The Parliament's Committee on Public Finance has called for the observations of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, on sever...",negative,-0.981472969
"Sri Lanka VAT cut, tobacco taxes paused by Parliament's finance committee",2/5/2020,Economy,The Committee on Public Finance of Sri Lanka's Parliament has deferred the approval of finance bills aimed at slashing v...,"Sri Lanka VAT cut, tobacco taxes paused by Parliament's finance committee The Committee on Public Finance of Sri Lanka's Parliament has deferred the approval of finance bills aimed at slashing v...",negative,-0.995275617
Sri Lanka bill yields fall across maturities at auction,2/5/2020,Bonds & Forex,Yields at Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill auction on Wednesday fell by more than 14 basis points across all maturities followi...,Sri Lanka bill yields fall across maturities at auction Yields at Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill auction on Wednesday fell by more than 14 basis points across all maturities followi...,negative,-0.999383092
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields slightly up",2/5/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was closed stronger at 181.35/40 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while gilt yie...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields slightly up Sri Lanka rupee was closed stronger at 181.35/40 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while gilt yie...",negative,-0.967009127
SriLankan reduces flights to China following coronavirus,2/5/2020,Aviation,"SriLankan Airlines, the state-owned national carrier, will reduce its flight frequencies to China due to falling consume...","SriLankan reduces flights to China following coronavirus SriLankan Airlines, the state-owned national carrier, will reduce its flight frequencies to China due to falling consume...",negative,-0.999615669
UNP accuses govt of slashing CKD allowance,2/5/2020,Politics,The main opposition United National Party (UNP) accused the government of discontinuing an allowance paid to chronic kid...,UNP accuses govt of slashing CKD allowance The main opposition United National Party (UNP) accused the government of discontinuing an allowance paid to chronic kid...,negative,-0.998074412
"Hemasiri, Pujith granted conditional bail",2/5/2020,Law and Order,Former Secretary to the Ministry of Defence Hemasiri Fernando and Inspector General of Police Pujith Jayasundera are out...,"Hemasiri, Pujith granted conditional bail Former Secretary to the Ministry of Defence Hemasiri Fernando and Inspector General of Police Pujith Jayasundera are out...",negative,-0.997173667
Sri Lanka stocks gain on Ceylon Tobacco Company,2/5/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks end 0.19 percent higher on Food, Beverage and Tobacco Industry on Wednesday, provisional data showe...","Sri Lanka stocks gain on Ceylon Tobacco Company Sri Lanka’s stocks end 0.19 percent higher on Food, Beverage and Tobacco Industry on Wednesday, provisional data showe...",negative,-0.974113882
Sri Lanka must prepare for LIBOR phase-out: ICRA,2/5/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka would have to prepare early for the abolition of the London Interbank Offered Rate which will impact over a bi...,Sri Lanka must prepare for LIBOR phase-out: ICRA Sri Lanka would have to prepare early for the abolition of the London Interbank Offered Rate which will impact over a bi...,negative,-0.991739511
"President's speech excellent, says Mangala; Twitter reacts",2/5/2020,Politics,Hours after President Gotabaya Rajapaksa told the nation in his Independence Day address that his government welcomed di...,"President's speech excellent, says Mangala; Twitter reacts Hours after President Gotabaya Rajapaksa told the nation in his Independence Day address that his government welcomed di...",positive,0.998137712
"Sri Lanka to probe sudden power cuts, shut down plant owed Rs27bn: Minister",2/5/2020,Energy,Sri Lanka has called for a probe into a shutdown of a power plant that was owed 27 billion rupees by state-run Ceylon El...,"Sri Lanka to probe sudden power cuts, shut down plant owed Rs27bn: Minister Sri Lanka has called for a probe into a shutdown of a power plant that was owed 27 billion rupees by state-run Ceylon El...",negative,-0.991761327
Airbus bribery: Govt yet to find whereabouts of Kapila Chandrasena - Mahindananda,2/5/2020,Aviation,Co-Government Spokesman Mahindananda Aluthgamage is saying that the state has not been able to trace the whereabouts of ...,Airbus bribery: Govt yet to find whereabouts of Kapila Chandrasena - Mahindananda Co-Government Spokesman Mahindananda Aluthgamage is saying that the state has not been able to trace the whereabouts of ...,negative,-0.998953581
More action being taken to prevent the spread of coronavirus,2/5/2020,Health,Measures have been further strengthened to prevent the spread of novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in Sri Lanka the Acting  ...,More action being taken to prevent the spread of coronavirus Measures have been further strengthened to prevent the spread of novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in Sri Lanka the Acting  ...,negative,-0.551674485
UNF Parliamentary Group accepts Sajith's nominee as General Secretary,2/5/2020,Politics,The Members of Parliament from the UNP-led United National Front unanimously agreed to appoint former Minister Ranjith M...,UNF Parliamentary Group accepts Sajith's nominee as General Secretary The Members of Parliament from the UNP-led United National Front unanimously agreed to appoint former Minister Ranjith M...,positive,0.988558888
Deal with the families of missing with more compassion,2/5/2020,Op-ed/Special Reports,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s recent assertion that those reported missing from the war are actually dead and the gov...,Deal with the families of missing with more compassion President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s recent assertion that those reported missing from the war are actually dead and the gov...,positive,0.665527701
Regulator asks for report on sudden Sri Lanka power cuts,2/5/2020,Energy,"Sri Lanka's power regulator has asked for a report on power cuts made by the Ceylon Electricity Board on Monday, after a...","Regulator asks for report on sudden Sri Lanka power cuts Sri Lanka's power regulator has asked for a report on power cuts made by the Ceylon Electricity Board on Monday, after a...",negative,-0.988364339
"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks stronger at open",2/5/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted slightly stronger at 181.45/55 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday after...,"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks stronger at open Sri Lanka rupee was quoted slightly stronger at 181.45/55 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday after...",negative,-0.963921309
"Asian markets build on global rally, virus fears ease",2/5/2020,International news,Global stocks rallied strongly Tuesday as fears eased over an economic hit from the coronavirus outbreak in China even a...,"Asian markets build on global rally, virus fears ease Global stocks rallied strongly Tuesday as fears eased over an economic hit from the coronavirus outbreak in China even a...",positive,0.64459753
"Sri Lanka bank credit, state borrowing surge in Dec 2019",2/5/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's credit from the banking system to the central government and state enterprises had surged in December, while...","Sri Lanka bank credit, state borrowing surge in Dec 2019 Sri Lanka's credit from the banking system to the central government and state enterprises had surged in December, while...",negative,-0.678147972
Sri Lanka's CEB financial crises deepens; power cut halted with fuel credit,2/4/2020,Energy,"Power cuts of up to two hours a day from February 03, were averted after Sri Lanka's Energy Minister intervened to arran...","Sri Lanka's CEB financial crises deepens; power cut halted with fuel credit Power cuts of up to two hours a day from February 03, were averted after Sri Lanka's Energy Minister intervened to arran...",negative,-0.968232095
"SriLanka airline ex-chief Chandrasena faces arrest, Tony Fernandes steps aside after Airbus revelati...",2/4/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka's Attorney General has sought the arrest ex-SriLankan Airlines chief executive Kapila Chandrasena and his wife...,"SriLanka airline ex-chief Chandrasena faces arrest, Tony Fernandes steps aside after Airbus revelati... Sri Lanka's Attorney General has sought the arrest ex-SriLankan Airlines chief executive Kapila Chandrasena and his wife...",negative,-0.985469162
"President calls for strong executive, guarantees democratic freedoms for all Sri Lankans",2/4/2020,Politics,"In his first Independence address, President Rajapaks pledged to strengthen democracy and guarantee equal rights includi...","President calls for strong executive, guarantees democratic freedoms for all Sri Lankans In his first Independence address, President Rajapaks pledged to strengthen democracy and guarantee equal rights includi...",positive,0.996676683
Sri Lanka President promises de-regulation drive for economic freedom,2/4/2020,General Economy,Sri Lanka's President Rajapaksa said he planned a de-regulation drive to remove permits and regulations which collective...,Sri Lanka President promises de-regulation drive for economic freedom Sri Lanka's President Rajapaksa said he planned a de-regulation drive to remove permits and regulations which collective...,negative,-0.992654562
"Audi agent in Sri Lanka eyes stronger sales in 2020, pleads for stable policies",2/4/2020,Autos,"Drive One (Pvt) Ltd, agents for Germany-based Audi in Sri Lanka is expecting a revival in the vehicle market, which coul...","Audi agent in Sri Lanka eyes stronger sales in 2020, pleads for stable policies Drive One (Pvt) Ltd, agents for Germany-based Audi in Sri Lanka is expecting a revival in the vehicle market, which coul...",negative,-0.947056949
"China tourists to Sri Lanka plunge since Coronavirus scare, bigger fall expected",2/3/2020,Business,Tourist arrivals from China to Sri Lanka have dropped about 40 percent from January 23 as both countries tightened trave...,"China tourists to Sri Lanka plunge since Coronavirus scare, bigger fall expected Tourist arrivals from China to Sri Lanka have dropped about 40 percent from January 23 as both countries tightened trave...",negative,-0.996689439
Does the facelifted Jeep Renegade offer enough to be a credible SUV?,2/3/2020,Autos,"The Renegade spearheads this push to convert car users into Jeep-lovers, while offering an alternative for hard-core ent...","Does the facelifted Jeep Renegade offer enough to be a credible SUV? The Renegade spearheads this push to convert car users into Jeep-lovers, while offering an alternative for hard-core ent...",positive,0.654615462
SLPP not keen on sharing leadership in alliance with SLFP,2/3/2020,Politics,"The ruling SLPP is reconsidering the previously mooted co-leadership of the party’s proposed alliance with the SLFP, a...","SLPP not keen on sharing leadership in alliance with SLFP The ruling SLPP is reconsidering the previously mooted co-leadership of the party’s proposed alliance with the SLFP, a...",negative,-0.995821357
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilts stable",2/3/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 181.48/52 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields close...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilts stable Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 181.48/52 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields close...",negative,-0.997094035
SriLankan-Airbus corruption scandal: SLPP doesn't want to protect anyone - Rohitha,2/3/2020,Politics,The ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna does not wish to protect anyone involved in the Airbus-SriLankan Airlines corrupt...,SriLankan-Airbus corruption scandal: SLPP doesn't want to protect anyone - Rohitha The ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna does not wish to protect anyone involved in the Airbus-SriLankan Airlines corrupt...,negative,-0.998031437
"All set for Independence Day, national anthem to be sung in Sinhala",2/3/2020,Politics,Preparations are underway to celebrate Sri Lanka’s 72nd Independence Day in Colombo tomorrow with full military pagean...,"All set for Independence Day, national anthem to be sung in Sinhala Preparations are underway to celebrate Sri Lanka’s 72nd Independence Day in Colombo tomorrow with full military pagean...",positive,0.603906751
Govt planning to postpone general elections till August - Marikkar,2/3/2020,Politics,The main opposition UNP accused the government today of planning to postpone the upcoming parliamentary elections till A...,Govt planning to postpone general elections till August - Marikkar The main opposition UNP accused the government today of planning to postpone the upcoming parliamentary elections till A...,negative,-0.996068358
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.02pct higher,2/3/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.02 percent higher on Ceylon Tobacco Company on Monday.,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.02pct higher Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.02 percent higher on Ceylon Tobacco Company on Monday.,negative,-0.993918896
AG orders former SriLankan CEO and wife arrested over money laundering allegations,2/3/2020,Law and Order,Attorney General Dappula de Livera has ordered the CID to arrest former SriLankan Airlines Chief Executive Officer Kapil...,AG orders former SriLankan CEO and wife arrested over money laundering allegations Attorney General Dappula de Livera has ordered the CID to arrest former SriLankan Airlines Chief Executive Officer Kapil...,negative,-0.985137463
President grants general amnesty to 512 prisoners to mark independence day,2/3/2020,Political News,"President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has granted a General Amnesty for 512 prisoners to mark the Independence Day on February 4,...","President grants general amnesty to 512 prisoners to mark independence day President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has granted a General Amnesty for 512 prisoners to mark the Independence Day on February 4,...",positive,0.987105131
"Sri Lanka tourist arrivals fall 7-pct in Jan 2020 amid virus, China down 15-pct",2/3/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals dropped 7.4 percent from a year earlier to 226,094 and arrivals from China dropped 15 perce...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals fall 7-pct in Jan 2020 amid virus, China down 15-pct Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals dropped 7.4 percent from a year earlier to 226,094 and arrivals from China dropped 15 perce...",negative,-0.99854517
Workers hired for Central Cultural Fund not required  - CCF Secretary,2/3/2020,Economy,Secretary of the Central Cultural Fund (CCF)  Bandula Harischandra said that an unrequired number of workers have been r...,Workers hired for Central Cultural Fund not required  - CCF Secretary Secretary of the Central Cultural Fund (CCF)  Bandula Harischandra said that an unrequired number of workers have been r...,negative,-0.997296035
No China returnee students show coronavirus symptoms yet,2/3/2020,Uncategorized,The 33 Sri Lankan university students quarantined at the Diyathalawa Army camp have not shown any symptoms of the corona...,No China returnee students show coronavirus symptoms yet The 33 Sri Lankan university students quarantined at the Diyathalawa Army camp have not shown any symptoms of the corona...,negative,-0.991780579
Controversial Airbus deal contributing to losses of SriLankan Airlines-UNP,2/3/2020,Economy,UNP Parliamentarian S M Marikkar is saying that said that alleged corruption involved the Airbus purchase in 2013 is con...,Controversial Airbus deal contributing to losses of SriLankan Airlines-UNP UNP Parliamentarian S M Marikkar is saying that said that alleged corruption involved the Airbus purchase in 2013 is con...,negative,-0.998259127
"Sri Lanka rupee opens Feb weaker, gilt yields unchanged",2/3/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 181.40/50 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields ...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens Feb weaker, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 181.40/50 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields ...",negative,-0.996040106
"Sri Lanka's EPF stock portfolio soars in Dec, outperforms market",2/3/2020,General Economy,"The listed equities portfolio of the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF), a superannuation fund of private sector worker sav...","Sri Lanka's EPF stock portfolio soars in Dec, outperforms market The listed equities portfolio of the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF), a superannuation fund of private sector worker sav...",negative,-0.725214601
China stocks plunge on virus fears to lead fresh Asia market retreat,2/3/2020,Uncategorized,Chinese equities plunged almost nine percent Monday as nervous traders returned from their extended Lunar New Year break...,China stocks plunge on virus fears to lead fresh Asia market retreat Chinese equities plunged almost nine percent Monday as nervous traders returned from their extended Lunar New Year break...,negative,-0.992886245
"Sri Lanka should avoid ambitious short-term goals, target reforms: economist",2/3/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka should avoid ambitious short term goals amid fiscal constraints and make long-term economic reforms for sustai...,"Sri Lanka should avoid ambitious short-term goals, target reforms: economist Sri Lanka should avoid ambitious short term goals amid fiscal constraints and make long-term economic reforms for sustai...",negative,-0.99859184
"Global Virus Update: deaths in China pass 360, G-7 to adopt collective response",2/3/2020,International news,"China's death toll from the coronavirus epidemic soared past 360 on Monday, with deepening global concern about the outb...","Global Virus Update: deaths in China pass 360, G-7 to adopt collective response China's death toll from the coronavirus epidemic soared past 360 on Monday, with deepening global concern about the outb...",positive,0.932260931
Foreign investors sell Sri Lanka rupee bonds,2/3/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Foreign investors have sold rupee bonds in the week to January 29, 2020, after the central bank cut its policy rates by ...","Foreign investors sell Sri Lanka rupee bonds Foreign investors have sold rupee bonds in the week to January 29, 2020, after the central bank cut its policy rates by ...",negative,-0.994614422
SriLankan Airlines says will co-operate with any probe into Airbus corruption,2/2/2020,Legal,State-run SriLankan Airlines said it will co-operate with any government agency that will probe going into a purchase of...,SriLankan Airlines says will co-operate with any probe into Airbus corruption State-run SriLankan Airlines said it will co-operate with any government agency that will probe going into a purchase of...,negative,-0.970063627
Sri Lanka President orders inquiry over SriLankan Airbus deal after UK bribery revelations,2/2/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered a probe into a controversial deal to purchase over a dozen Airbus a...,Sri Lanka President orders inquiry over SriLankan Airbus deal after UK bribery revelations Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered a probe into a controversial deal to purchase over a dozen Airbus a...,negative,-0.974540651
"Religio-cultural fundamentalism, liberty and social progress in Sri Lanka and the world",2/2/2020,Op-ed/Special Reports,"In this H.M.A. Herath Annual Memorial Oration delivered by W A Wijewardene, an economist, teacher and thinker takes the ...","Religio-cultural fundamentalism, liberty and social progress in Sri Lanka and the world In this H.M.A. Herath Annual Memorial Oration delivered by W A Wijewardene, an economist, teacher and thinker takes the ...",positive,0.996288657
Sri Lanka: a danger zone for sharks and rays,2/2/2020,Wild Life,An internationally renowned Marine Conservationist is warning that a species of shark found in Sri Lankan waters has dis...,Sri Lanka: a danger zone for sharks and rays An internationally renowned Marine Conservationist is warning that a species of shark found in Sri Lankan waters has dis...,negative,-0.974587381
Wuhan students now at the Diyatalawa Army camp,2/1/2020,Health,The 33 Sri Lankan students who were rescued from the coronavirus stricken Chinese city of Wuhan in China are now safely ...,Wuhan students now at the Diyatalawa Army camp The 33 Sri Lankan students who were rescued from the coronavirus stricken Chinese city of Wuhan in China are now safely ...,positive,0.999624133
SriLankan Airlines volunteer flight crew brings back Wuhan students to Sri Lanka,2/1/2020,Aviation,"SriLankan Airlines said a rescue flight from Wuhan, China staffed by a 16 volunteer crew carrying students stranded in t...","SriLankan Airlines volunteer flight crew brings back Wuhan students to Sri Lanka SriLankan Airlines said a rescue flight from Wuhan, China staffed by a 16 volunteer crew carrying students stranded in t...",positive,0.94484365
SriLankan Airline exec's wife offered US$16mn bribe for Airbus deal: Court filing,2/1/2020,Aviation,Airbus aviation group had offered 16 million US dollar bribe to the wife an employee of Sri Lanka's state airline for a ...,SriLankan Airline exec's wife offered US$16mn bribe for Airbus deal: Court filing Airbus aviation group had offered 16 million US dollar bribe to the wife an employee of Sri Lanka's state airline for a ...,negative,-0.98803407
Airbus bribed wife of Sri Lankan airlines exec US$2 million - reports,2/1/2020,Aviation,"Airbus hired the wife of a Sri Lankan Airlines executive as an agent, although she had had no previous experience in the...","Airbus bribed wife of Sri Lankan airlines exec US$2 million - reports Airbus hired the wife of a Sri Lankan Airlines executive as an agent, although she had had no previous experience in the...",negative,-0.993988514
Sri Lanka President wants tourism sustained in the face of coronavirus spread,2/1/2020,Health,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has highlighted the importance of sustaining the tourism industry in the face of the threat...,Sri Lanka President wants tourism sustained in the face of coronavirus spread President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has highlighted the importance of sustaining the tourism industry in the face of the threat...,positive,0.999279439
"Sri Lanka flies out 33 citizens from coronavirus epicenter in Wuhan, China",2/1/2020,Aviation, A state-run Srilankan Airlines rescue had taken out 33 Sri Lanka citizens from the novel coronavirus epicenter in Wuhan...,"Sri Lanka flies out 33 citizens from coronavirus epicenter in Wuhan, China  A state-run Srilankan Airlines rescue had taken out 33 Sri Lanka citizens from the novel coronavirus epicenter in Wuhan...",negative,-0.985075474
Wuhan students will return tomorrow morning - Officials,1/31/2020,Health,"The 33 Sri Lankan students currently living in Wuhan, the epicentre of the Novel Coronavirus outbreak, are expected to r...","Wuhan students will return tomorrow morning - Officials The 33 Sri Lankan students currently living in Wuhan, the epicentre of the Novel Coronavirus outbreak, are expected to r...",negative,-0.947887778
Pay parking or the CMC will clamp your ride,1/31/2020,Consumer Affairs,"If you find your parked car has its wheel clamped in the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) area, that is because you have ...","Pay parking or the CMC will clamp your ride If you find your parked car has its wheel clamped in the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) area, that is because you have ...",negative,-0.997077703
New software to monitor tourists,1/31/2020,Health,"New software has been introduced to especially monitor Chinese nationals who are visiting Sri Lanka, Health Services Dir...","New software to monitor tourists New software has been introduced to especially monitor Chinese nationals who are visiting Sri Lanka, Health Services Dir...",negative,-0.639476418
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields fall",1/31/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 181.35/45 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields eas...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields fall Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 181.35/45 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields eas...",negative,-0.984376669
Sri Lanka inflation in January 2020 rises to 5.4-pct,1/31/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka inflation picked up to 5.4 percent in the 12-months to January 2020, with the index gaining 1.4 percent durin...","Sri Lanka inflation in January 2020 rises to 5.4-pct  Sri Lanka inflation picked up to 5.4 percent in the 12-months to January 2020, with the index gaining 1.4 percent durin...",negative,-0.978346586
No evidence to charge anyone for 2015 alleged Coup - AG,1/31/2020,Law and Order,Attorney General Dappula de Livera has today informed the CID that there is “insufficient evidence” to file action a...,No evidence to charge anyone for 2015 alleged Coup - AG Attorney General Dappula de Livera has today informed the CID that there is “insufficient evidence” to file action a...,negative,-0.999335706
Sri Lankan stocks edge up on volatile trade,1/31/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.03 percent higher on Union Assurance on Friday, while ending the month on a low, provisional...","Sri Lankan stocks edge up on volatile trade Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.03 percent higher on Union Assurance on Friday, while ending the month on a low, provisional...",negative,-0.997826517
Unrealised human rights commitments marked 2019 for Sri Lanka - Amnesty,1/31/2020,Politics,"Unrealised human rights commitments marked 2019 for Sri Lanka, amid new developments that came in the wake of the Easter...","Unrealised human rights commitments marked 2019 for Sri Lanka - Amnesty Unrealised human rights commitments marked 2019 for Sri Lanka, amid new developments that came in the wake of the Easter...",positive,0.904730618
Sixteen under observation in Sri Lanka for Coronavirus infection,1/31/2020,Health,The government says sixteen people suspected of having contracted the Novel Coronavirus are under observation in several...,Sixteen under observation in Sri Lanka for Coronavirus infection The government says sixteen people suspected of having contracted the Novel Coronavirus are under observation in several...,negative,-0.975418866
Sri Lanka's LVL Energy profits down on Bangladesh power plant costs,1/31/2020,Energy,Sri Lanka's LVL Energy Fund Plc's (LVEF) profits fell 52.95 percent to 22.60 million rupees in the December quarter from...,Sri Lanka's LVL Energy profits down on Bangladesh power plant costs Sri Lanka's LVL Energy Fund Plc's (LVEF) profits fell 52.95 percent to 22.60 million rupees in the December quarter from...,negative,-0.998862386
Sajith gets control of UNP-led Alliance,1/31/2020,Politics,UNP Parliamentarian Nalin Bandara says Sajith Premadasa's supporters are happy with the party's decision to appoint him ...,Sajith gets control of UNP-led Alliance UNP Parliamentarian Nalin Bandara says Sajith Premadasa's supporters are happy with the party's decision to appoint him ...,positive,0.995663106
EPF not actively investing in Sri Lanka bank shares: officials,1/31/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) of private sector workers savings managed by the state, is currently not ""ac...","EPF not actively investing in Sri Lanka bank shares: officials Sri Lanka's Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) of private sector workers savings managed by the state, is currently not ""ac...",negative,-0.999168277
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields fall 25-bps",1/31/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 181.30/40 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields fall 25-bps Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 181.30/40 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields...",negative,-0.981470883
"Sri Lanka expects growth to top 4.0-pct in 2020, too early to assess coronavirus hit",1/31/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka's gross domestic product is expected to grow over 4.0 percent in 2020, but it was too early to assess the imp...","Sri Lanka expects growth to top 4.0-pct in 2020, too early to assess coronavirus hit  Sri Lanka's gross domestic product is expected to grow over 4.0 percent in 2020, but it was too early to assess the imp...",negative,-0.998222172
WHO declares global virus emergency as death toll hits 213,1/31/2020,Environment,"The World Health Organization declared a global emergency over the new coronavirus, as China reported Friday the death t...","WHO declares global virus emergency as death toll hits 213 The World Health Organization declared a global emergency over the new coronavirus, as China reported Friday the death t...",negative,-0.997391939
"Sri Lanka targets US$18.5bn in goods, services exports in 2020",1/31/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's export promotion agency is targeting 18 billion US dollars in goods and services exports in 2020, up from 16...","Sri Lanka targets US$18.5bn in goods, services exports in 2020 Sri Lanka's export promotion agency is targeting 18 billion US dollars in goods and services exports in 2020, up from 16...",negative,-0.931572139
UNP offers Sajith Prime Ministerial candidacy,1/30/2020,Political News,The United National Party Working Committee unanimously decided this afternoon to offer Sajith Premadasa the post of Pri...,UNP offers Sajith Prime Ministerial candidacy The United National Party Working Committee unanimously decided this afternoon to offer Sajith Premadasa the post of Pri...,negative,-0.771271706
Regulating tuk-tuks is tougher than you think,1/30/2020,Consumer Affairs,Is bringing some discipline to the tuk-tuks and making them charge uniform rates even possible and therefore should they...,Regulating tuk-tuks is tougher than you think Is bringing some discipline to the tuk-tuks and making them charge uniform rates even possible and therefore should they...,negative,-0.995948255
"Coronavirus infected Chinese woman fully recovered, soon to be discharged",1/30/2020,Health,The 43-year-old Chinese tourist infected with the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) is recovering well and can be discharged...,"Coronavirus infected Chinese woman fully recovered, soon to be discharged The 43-year-old Chinese tourist infected with the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) is recovering well and can be discharged...",negative,-0.944279075
Sri Lanka stocks fall on diversified financials,1/30/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks fell 0.14 percent on Thursday, dragged down by non-bank financial firms, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks fall on diversified financials Sri Lanka’s stocks fell 0.14 percent on Thursday, dragged down by non-bank financial firms, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.99949801
Mahinda to present a supplementary estimate in the next parliamentary session: Bandula,1/30/2020,Economy,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is expected to present a supplementary estimate to pay arrears for the contractors and ...,Mahinda to present a supplementary estimate in the next parliamentary session: Bandula Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is expected to present a supplementary estimate to pay arrears for the contractors and ...,negative,-0.907531023
"Sri Lanka should strike trade deals with China, ASEAN to access Asia: EDB Chief",1/30/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka should sign free trade deals with China and the Association of East Asian Nations to boost exports to Asia, n...","Sri Lanka should strike trade deals with China, ASEAN to access Asia: EDB Chief  Sri Lanka should sign free trade deals with China and the Association of East Asian Nations to boost exports to Asia, n...",negative,-0.62051785
Premadasa loyalists boycott UNP meeting as four MPs get sacked from WC,1/30/2020,Politics,"About 30 to 35 United National Party (UNP) MPs have decided to boycott today's Working Committee meeting, a party senior...","Premadasa loyalists boycott UNP meeting as four MPs get sacked from WC About 30 to 35 United National Party (UNP) MPs have decided to boycott today's Working Committee meeting, a party senior...",negative,-0.996990204
Manjula de Silva appointed CEO of Ceylon Chamber of Commerce,1/30/2020,Culture,"Manjula de Silva has been appointed as the Chief Executive and Secretary General of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, a st...","Manjula de Silva appointed CEO of Ceylon Chamber of Commerce Manjula de Silva has been appointed as the Chief Executive and Secretary General of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, a st...",positive,0.997244477
Sri Lanka banks met lending rate ceiling a week from 2019 deadline: Deputy Governor,1/30/2020,Banking, All commercial banks operating in Sri Lanka had complied with ceiling rates set by the central bank for a December 2019...,Sri Lanka banks met lending rate ceiling a week from 2019 deadline: Deputy Governor  All commercial banks operating in Sri Lanka had complied with ceiling rates set by the central bank for a December 2019...,negative,-0.853728294
Sri Lanka extends deadline for SME debt moratorium,1/30/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank will extend the deadline for a loan moratorium and new credit program for small and medium size...,Sri Lanka extends deadline for SME debt moratorium Sri Lanka's central bank will extend the deadline for a loan moratorium and new credit program for small and medium size...,negative,-0.864486158
Cabraal must either resign or be fired - UNP,1/30/2020,Politics,The UNP called for the removal or resignation of former Central Bank Governor Ajith Nivard Cabraal from his current post...,Cabraal must either resign or be fired - UNP The UNP called for the removal or resignation of former Central Bank Governor Ajith Nivard Cabraal from his current post...,negative,-0.993354917
Sri Lanka cut rates despite rising inflation as food prices would fall: CB Governor,1/30/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka cut rates despite rising inflation because it was mainly 'food inflation' which would be temporary and rates w...,Sri Lanka cut rates despite rising inflation as food prices would fall: CB Governor Sri Lanka cut rates despite rising inflation because it was mainly 'food inflation' which would be temporary and rates w...,negative,-0.991976798
Some members not invited to UNP Working Committee meeting today,1/30/2020,Politics,The United National Party's highest decision-making body the Working Committee is due to meet today but several of its s...,Some members not invited to UNP Working Committee meeting today The United National Party's highest decision-making body the Working Committee is due to meet today but several of its s...,negative,-0.777275324
"Sri Lanka bond yields down after rate cut, rupee quoted weaker",1/30/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's bond yields fell after the central bank cut its policy corridor 50 basis points to 7.50 percent and 6.50 per...,"Sri Lanka bond yields down after rate cut, rupee quoted weaker Sri Lanka's bond yields fell after the central bank cut its policy corridor 50 basis points to 7.50 percent and 6.50 per...",negative,-0.999492288
US Fed watching global economy for signs of infection from virus,1/30/2020,International news,The deadly virus outbreak in China has put the US Federal Reserve on alert for possible contagion to the domestic and gl...,US Fed watching global economy for signs of infection from virus The deadly virus outbreak in China has put the US Federal Reserve on alert for possible contagion to the domestic and gl...,negative,-0.961674511
Sri Lanka cuts policy rates 50bp to boost credit,1/30/2020,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka's central bank has cut policy rate 50 basis points, to lower market interest rates and boost credit amid an up...","Sri Lanka cuts policy rates 50bp to boost credit Sri Lanka's central bank has cut policy rate 50 basis points, to lower market interest rates and boost credit amid an up...",positive,0.980224907
New coronavirus study places incubation period at around 5 days,1/30/2020,International news,"The period between exposure to the new coronavirus that originated in China and symptoms is 5.2 days on average, but var...","New coronavirus study places incubation period at around 5 days The period between exposure to the new coronavirus that originated in China and symptoms is 5.2 days on average, but var...",negative,-0.982770205
Sri Lanka's Tokyo Cement returns to profit in Dec 2019 quarter,1/30/2020,Business,"Tokyo Cement Plc, which runs grinding plants in Sri Lanka and also distributes imported cement earned profits of 257 mil...","Sri Lanka's Tokyo Cement returns to profit in Dec 2019 quarter Tokyo Cement Plc, which runs grinding plants in Sri Lanka and also distributes imported cement earned profits of 257 mil...",negative,-0.971834719
"Sri Lanka cancels hundreds of mini-hydro deals, 190MW to be re-tendered",1/29/2020,Energy,Sri Lanka has cancelled 175 mini-hydro deals hurriedly signed before the Presidential elections and another 190MegaWatts...,"Sri Lanka cancels hundreds of mini-hydro deals, 190MW to be re-tendered Sri Lanka has cancelled 175 mini-hydro deals hurriedly signed before the Presidential elections and another 190MegaWatts...",negative,-0.999217153
Journalists organisations mark Black January,1/29/2020,Politics,Several Media workers and activists organisations gathered yesterday to call for a united effort to safeguard journalist...,Journalists organisations mark Black January Several Media workers and activists organisations gathered yesterday to call for a united effort to safeguard journalist...,negative,-0.975879669
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields steady ahead of the monetary policy review",1/29/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.45/55 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields wer...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields steady ahead of the monetary policy review Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.45/55 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields wer...",positive,0.994849741
"Sri Lanka's John Keells Holding profits down on hotels, interest in December",1/29/2020,Markets,Profits at Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings Plc fell 50 percent to 2.39 billion rupees in the December 2019 quarter from...,"Sri Lanka's John Keells Holding profits down on hotels, interest in December Profits at Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings Plc fell 50 percent to 2.39 billion rupees in the December 2019 quarter from...",negative,-0.99924767
No decision to close schools or postpone sports meets – Education Ministry,1/29/2020,Uncategorized,The Government has not decided to close schools or postpone sports meets due to novel coronavirus ((2019-nCoV) which is ...,No decision to close schools or postpone sports meets – Education Ministry The Government has not decided to close schools or postpone sports meets due to novel coronavirus ((2019-nCoV) which is ...,negative,-0.994637549
Sri Lanka should upgrade Long Term Care for the elderly: ADB,1/29/2020,Uncategorized, Sri Lanka’s health sector needs to improve current standards of Long Term Care (LTC) in order to treat increasing num...,Sri Lanka should upgrade Long Term Care for the elderly: ADB  Sri Lanka’s health sector needs to improve current standards of Long Term Care (LTC) in order to treat increasing num...,negative,-0.802104592
CID questions Ranil over Easter attacks,1/29/2020,Legal," The Criminal Investigation Department has recorded a statement from UNP Leader, former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesin...","CID questions Ranil over Easter attacks  The Criminal Investigation Department has recorded a statement from UNP Leader, former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesin...",negative,-0.963644028
Lovely Ella has a big dirty problem,1/29/2020,Business,"Ella, that lovely mountain resort which is now a popular tourist destination in Sri Lanka is awash with garbage because ...","Lovely Ella has a big dirty problem Ella, that lovely mountain resort which is now a popular tourist destination in Sri Lanka is awash with garbage because ...",negative,-0.999444187
Sri Lanka stocks bounce back from coronavirus scare,1/29/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed on a positive note, 0.87 percent higher on Wednesday recovering from a nosedive yesterday dr...","Sri Lanka stocks bounce back from coronavirus scare Sri Lanka’s stocks closed on a positive note, 0.87 percent higher on Wednesday recovering from a nosedive yesterday dr...",positive,0.769472837
Govt will provide financial help to SL students in China to come home,1/29/2020,Political News,The government is willing to provide financial assistance to the Sri Lankan students with financial issues in China to c...,Govt will provide financial help to SL students in China to come home The government is willing to provide financial assistance to the Sri Lankan students with financial issues in China to c...,positive,0.952857077
Sri Lanka’s current policies were years in the making - Godahewa,1/29/2020,Economy,"The new government's policies were formulated years before implementation says Nalaka Godahewa, Key Advisor to the Gover...","Sri Lanka’s current policies were years in the making - Godahewa The new government's policies were formulated years before implementation says Nalaka Godahewa, Key Advisor to the Gover...",negative,-0.988155961
"Forensic audit on pre-2015 bond sales refer to losses, not fraud: Mahindananda",1/29/2020,Politics,Co-Government Spokesman Mahindananda Aluthgamage said that a forensic audit on pre-2015 bond sales does not mention abou...,"Forensic audit on pre-2015 bond sales refer to losses, not fraud: Mahindananda Co-Government Spokesman Mahindananda Aluthgamage said that a forensic audit on pre-2015 bond sales does not mention abou...",negative,-0.979154885
Sri Lanka plans price controls on face masks as virus fears drive demand,1/29/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's drug regulatory agency will put price controls on face masks, a top official said as pharmacies ran out supp...","Sri Lanka plans price controls on face masks as virus fears drive demand Sri Lanka's drug regulatory agency will put price controls on face masks, a top official said as pharmacies ran out supp...",negative,-0.999086857
"Sri Lanka banks had restructured 3.6-pct of loans, SME moratorium limited effect: Fitch",1/29/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's banks have already restructured some bad loans and a moratorium and credit support announced for small and m...,"Sri Lanka banks had restructured 3.6-pct of loans, SME moratorium limited effect: Fitch Sri Lanka's banks have already restructured some bad loans and a moratorium and credit support announced for small and m...",negative,-0.998818934
Government says it made  Ranjan's tapes fade away,1/29/2020,Politics,Co-Government Spokesman Mahindananda Aluthgamage says he is happy that MP Ranjan Ramanayake's taped phone calls were no ...,Government says it made  Ranjan's tapes fade away Co-Government Spokesman Mahindananda Aluthgamage says he is happy that MP Ranjan Ramanayake's taped phone calls were no ...,negative,-0.95182848
Sri Lanka to call international tenders for 300MW coal plant: Minister,1/29/2020,Energy,Sri Lanka will call international tenders for a 300MegaWatt coal plant in the island's North Western coast as an extensi...,Sri Lanka to call international tenders for 300MW coal plant: Minister Sri Lanka will call international tenders for a 300MegaWatt coal plant in the island's North Western coast as an extensi...,negative,-0.991616666
Mahinda asks the State sector to get a move on,1/29/2020,Economy,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is asking the state sector service to get moving to serve the public better.,Mahinda asks the State sector to get a move on Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is asking the state sector service to get moving to serve the public better.,negative,-0.989741445
Paradoxical Isle: Razeen Sally’s Personal Rediscovery,1/29/2020,Culture,"Fulfilling a long held dream, noted academic Razeen Sally has swapped academic rigour for the fluidity of the travel wri...","Paradoxical Isle: Razeen Sally’s Personal Rediscovery Fulfilling a long held dream, noted academic Razeen Sally has swapped academic rigour for the fluidity of the travel wri...",positive,0.990215063
Patient admitted to Mullaitivu Hospital not infected with coronavirus,1/29/2020,Health,A local man who admitted to Mullaitivu District General Hospital with 'flu symptoms is not infected with Novel Coronavir...,Patient admitted to Mullaitivu Hospital not infected with coronavirus A local man who admitted to Mullaitivu District General Hospital with 'flu symptoms is not infected with Novel Coronavir...,negative,-0.989852965
"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, stocks gain",1/29/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields w...","Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, stocks gain Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields w...",positive,0.731821716
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices continues surge in January 2020,1/29/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka raw coconut prices grew 6.21 percent to 48,077 rupees for 1000 nuts at the auction on the third week of Jauary...","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices continues surge in January 2020 Sri Lanka raw coconut prices grew 6.21 percent to 48,077 rupees for 1000 nuts at the auction on the third week of Jauary...",positive,0.972032547
Xi says China fighting 'demon' virus as nations prepare airlifts,1/29/2020,International news," China is battling a ""demon"" virus that has so far killed more than 100 people, President Xi Jinping said Tuesday, as fo...","Xi says China fighting 'demon' virus as nations prepare airlifts  China is battling a ""demon"" virus that has so far killed more than 100 people, President Xi Jinping said Tuesday, as fo...",negative,-0.991757452
Private suppliers in Sri Lanka in trouble from state payment arrears,1/29/2020,Economy,Private firms which have provided services to Sri Lanka's government is in difficulties due to delayed payments Prime Mi...,Private suppliers in Sri Lanka in trouble from state payment arrears Private firms which have provided services to Sri Lanka's government is in difficulties due to delayed payments Prime Mi...,negative,-0.999307156
"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields fell while global markets grapple with coronavirus",1/28/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed stable at 181.55/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields eased, deal...","Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields fell while global markets grapple with coronavirus Sri Lanka rupee closed stable at 181.55/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields eased, deal...",negative,-0.999600351
Sri Lanka ate the Chinese chicken instead of collecting eggs: Academic,1/28/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has not used Chinese debt appropriately to grow the economy after the end of the civil war, akin to eating a c...","Sri Lanka ate the Chinese chicken instead of collecting eggs: Academic Sri Lanka has not used Chinese debt appropriately to grow the economy after the end of the civil war, akin to eating a c...",negative,-0.997231781
Sri Lanka East Terminal to operate in three months,1/28/2020,Shipping,"Sri Lanka's government will make the Eastern terminal of the Colombo Port operational within 3-months, says Daya Ratnaya...","Sri Lanka East Terminal to operate in three months Sri Lanka's government will make the Eastern terminal of the Colombo Port operational within 3-months, says Daya Ratnaya...",negative,-0.697413027
Novel coronavirus test now available in SL; measures underway to prevent outbreak - Dr Jasinghe,1/28/2020,Health,"The Sri Lanka Medical Research Institute has developed a PCR test to identify the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV), a Healt...","Novel coronavirus test now available in SL; measures underway to prevent outbreak - Dr Jasinghe The Sri Lanka Medical Research Institute has developed a PCR test to identify the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV), a Healt...",positive,0.900135458
Rathnapriya to take Jayampathi's place in Parliament on 5 Feb,1/28/2020,Politics,Weligodage Saman Rathnapriya Silva who was declared as a Member of Parliament to fill the vacant position created by the...,Rathnapriya to take Jayampathi's place in Parliament on 5 Feb Weligodage Saman Rathnapriya Silva who was declared as a Member of Parliament to fill the vacant position created by the...,positive,0.898083687
Some operators cancelling Chinese group tours to Sri Lanka,1/28/2020,Business,Some tour operators have begun cancelling bookings from China to Sri Lanka as Beijing banned group travel from yesterday...,Some operators cancelling Chinese group tours to Sri Lanka Some tour operators have begun cancelling bookings from China to Sri Lanka as Beijing banned group travel from yesterday...,negative,-0.998609126
Sri Lanka hotel stocks plunge as virus fears grow,1/28/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.68 percent lower on Tuesday, with hotel stocks pushing the market down amid fears of the cor...","Sri Lanka hotel stocks plunge as virus fears grow Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.68 percent lower on Tuesday, with hotel stocks pushing the market down amid fears of the cor...",negative,-0.999273837
Abduction of 11 youths: AG not bound by advice from Presidential Commission,1/28/2020,Law and Order,The Attorney General is saying that he is not bound by instructions issued to him by a Presidential Commissions of Inqui...,Abduction of 11 youths: AG not bound by advice from Presidential Commission The Attorney General is saying that he is not bound by instructions issued to him by a Presidential Commissions of Inqui...,negative,-0.999326229
Govt's responsibility to stop the spread of Coronavirus in SL-Harshana,1/28/2020,Health,UNP Parliamentarian Harshana Rajakaruna said that the government should take stern action to stop the spread of Coronavi...,Govt's responsibility to stop the spread of Coronavirus in SL-Harshana UNP Parliamentarian Harshana Rajakaruna said that the government should take stern action to stop the spread of Coronavi...,negative,-0.996475756
Returning students from Wuhan to be quarantined in Diyathalawa camp,1/28/2020,Health,"Students returning from Wuhan, China, will be quarantined in the Diyathalawa Army camp for a two-week period, Health Min...","Returning students from Wuhan to be quarantined in Diyathalawa camp Students returning from Wuhan, China, will be quarantined in the Diyathalawa Army camp for a two-week period, Health Min...",negative,-0.978775382
Sri Lanka scrambles to boost mask output as pharmacies run dry,1/28/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has asked domestic producers to boost the output of masks officials said as pharmacies ran dry after health au...,Sri Lanka scrambles to boost mask output as pharmacies run dry Sri Lanka has asked domestic producers to boost the output of masks officials said as pharmacies ran dry after health au...,negative,-0.999156237
China curbs travel abroad as virus toll tops 100,1/28/2020,International news,China on Tuesday urged its citizens to postpone travel abroad as it expanded unprecedented efforts to contain a viral ou...,China curbs travel abroad as virus toll tops 100 China on Tuesday urged its citizens to postpone travel abroad as it expanded unprecedented efforts to contain a viral ou...,negative,-0.980619907
Sri Lanka tightens visas for tourists from China,1/28/2020,Business,Sri Lanka has halted automatic issue of electronic travel authorization for tourists from China and will give approvals ...,Sri Lanka tightens visas for tourists from China Sri Lanka has halted automatic issue of electronic travel authorization for tourists from China and will give approvals ...,positive,0.974075437
Twelve designated hospitals will treat  Coronavirus patients,1/28/2020,Health,The Health Ministry has designated 12 hospitals in all provinces for immediate admission or transferring of suspected pa...,Twelve designated hospitals will treat  Coronavirus patients The Health Ministry has designated 12 hospitals in all provinces for immediate admission or transferring of suspected pa...,negative,-0.566329956
GMOA wants incentives for health staff battling Coronavirus,1/28/2020,Health,Secretary of the Government Medical Officers’ Association Haritha Aluthge is asking the government to give incentives ...,GMOA wants incentives for health staff battling Coronavirus Secretary of the Government Medical Officers’ Association Haritha Aluthge is asking the government to give incentives ...,negative,-0.990206301
"Sri Lanka rupee slightly stronger, gilts ease at open",1/28/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted slightly stronger at 181.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond...","Sri Lanka rupee slightly stronger, gilts ease at open Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted slightly stronger at 181.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond...",positive,0.930757165
Sri Lanka's large engine car registrations slow to a trickle on luxury tax,1/28/2020,Autos,"Registration of cars with engines larger than 1,600cc has nearly halted in December 2019, which requires a rethink of th...","Sri Lanka's large engine car registrations slow to a trickle on luxury tax Registration of cars with engines larger than 1,600cc has nearly halted in December 2019, which requires a rethink of th...",negative,-0.99933213
No Visa on arrival for Chinese nationals - Pavithra,1/28/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has decided on new rules for Chinese nationals to enter the country,  Minister for Health Pavithra Wanniaarach...","No Visa on arrival for Chinese nationals - Pavithra Sri Lanka has decided on new rules for Chinese nationals to enter the country,  Minister for Health Pavithra Wanniaarach...",negative,-0.97386235
"Sri Lanka's Atlas Axillia overcomes boycotts, eyes exports",1/28/2020,Business,"Atlas Axillia, a top stationery maker in Sri Lanka, says it has managed overcome any significant dent to revenue from th...","Sri Lanka's Atlas Axillia overcomes boycotts, eyes exports Atlas Axillia, a top stationery maker in Sri Lanka, says it has managed overcome any significant dent to revenue from th...",positive,0.993013561
Global alarm grows as China's capital reports first virus death,1/28/2020,International news,China's capital on Monday recorded its first death from a deadly coronavirus as it struggles to contain a rapidly spread...,Global alarm grows as China's capital reports first virus death China's capital on Monday recorded its first death from a deadly coronavirus as it struggles to contain a rapidly spread...,negative,-0.992708147
Tourist from China tests positive for coronavirus in Sri Lanka,1/27/2020,Environment, A tourist who had arrived in Sri Lanka from China's Hubei province has tested positive for the novel coronavirus (nCov)...,Tourist from China tests positive for coronavirus in Sri Lanka  A tourist who had arrived in Sri Lanka from China's Hubei province has tested positive for the novel coronavirus (nCov)...,negative,-0.96694994
Corona virus patient found in Sri Lanka: Health Bureau,1/27/2020,Health,The first case of a novel coronavirus infection in Sri Lanka was confirmed by the Health Promotion Bureau (HPB) of the M...,Corona virus patient found in Sri Lanka: Health Bureau The first case of a novel coronavirus infection in Sri Lanka was confirmed by the Health Promotion Bureau (HPB) of the M...,negative,-0.806858242
Ranil - Sajith meeting didn't happen,1/27/2020,Political News,"The meeting between Ranil Wickremesinghe and Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa, which many UNP supporters hoped would h...","Ranil - Sajith meeting didn't happen The meeting between Ranil Wickremesinghe and Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa, which many UNP supporters hoped would h...",negative,-0.994762003
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields stable",1/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.55/65 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday from last week, while bond ...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.55/65 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday from last week, while bond ...",negative,-0.979962707
Sri Lanka's Bairaha Dec profits down as costs rise,1/27/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka’s Bairaha Farms Plc posted a net loss of 742,875 rupees in December 2019 quarter, from a 43.66 million rupee...","Sri Lanka's Bairaha Dec profits down as costs rise Sri Lanka’s Bairaha Farms Plc posted a net loss of 742,875 rupees in December 2019 quarter, from a 43.66 million rupee...",negative,-0.99918443
Twenty-one Sri Lankan students in China leave for SL,1/27/2020,Health,The Sri Lankan Embassy in China has confirmed that a group of 21 Sri Lankan students left for Colombo this afternoon (27...,Twenty-one Sri Lankan students in China leave for SL The Sri Lankan Embassy in China has confirmed that a group of 21 Sri Lankan students left for Colombo this afternoon (27...,negative,-0.94980669
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.95 percent lower on John Keells Holdings,1/27/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.95 percent on Monday dragged down by John Keells Holdings after a week’s momentum,Sri Lanka stocks end 0.95 percent lower on John Keells Holdings Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.95 percent on Monday dragged down by John Keells Holdings after a week’s momentum,negative,-0.999603212
Sri Lanka drafting laws to control social media: defence ministry,1/27/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka's defence ministry has said it is brining law to control social media and a new agency will be set up to comba...,Sri Lanka drafting laws to control social media: defence ministry Sri Lanka's defence ministry has said it is brining law to control social media and a new agency will be set up to comba...,negative,-0.803540468
Passengers arriving from China channelled separately – BIA,1/27/2020,Health,"Passengers arriving from China are now being channelled separately at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), an a...","Passengers arriving from China channelled separately – BIA Passengers arriving from China are now being channelled separately at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), an a...",negative,-0.976191163
UNP: Sajith calls for a united approach to fight Parliamentary poll,1/27/2020,Politics,Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa is saying that a united approach will be adopted in the journey towards victory at th...,UNP: Sajith calls for a united approach to fight Parliamentary poll Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa is saying that a united approach will be adopted in the journey towards victory at th...,positive,0.992509365
Sri Lanka's fragmented state land hinders tourism development: minister,1/27/2020,Business,"The fragmentation of state land among different institutions is hindering tourism development in Sri Lanka, a minister s...","Sri Lanka's fragmented state land hinders tourism development: minister The fragmentation of state land among different institutions is hindering tourism development in Sri Lanka, a minister s...",negative,-0.999540806
AG will be summoned by Speaker,1/27/2020,Legal,Speaker Karu Jayasuriya will summon the Attorney General Dappula de Livera to Parliament next week to discuss several ma...,AG will be summoned by Speaker Speaker Karu Jayasuriya will summon the Attorney General Dappula de Livera to Parliament next week to discuss several ma...,positive,0.821399748
EU election observers call for campaign finance & expenditure laws,1/27/2020,Politics,The European Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM) last week called for campaign finance and campaign expenditure ...,EU election observers call for campaign finance & expenditure laws The European Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM) last week called for campaign finance and campaign expenditure ...,negative,-0.92917645
"Sri Lanka rupee, bond yields steady at open",1/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday from last week, while b...","Sri Lanka rupee, bond yields steady at open Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday from last week, while b...",negative,-0.905390322
Sri Lanka farmgate fresh milk prices soar as demand outpaces supply,1/27/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's farmgate fresh milk prices have soared around 20 percent in some areas amid tighter supplies and competition...,Sri Lanka farmgate fresh milk prices soar as demand outpaces supply Sri Lanka's farmgate fresh milk prices have soared around 20 percent in some areas amid tighter supplies and competition...,negative,-0.92790252
Sri Lanka seeks clearance from China to land rescue flight in Wuhan,1/27/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka has sought permission from China to land a plane to evacuate 32 students and their families from the epicenter...,Sri Lanka seeks clearance from China to land rescue flight in Wuhan Sri Lanka has sought permission from China to land a plane to evacuate 32 students and their families from the epicenter...,negative,-0.988754392
"Oil, equities hit by fears over economic impact of deadly virus",1/27/2020,International news,Fears over the global economic impact of the deadly China virus sent oil prices plunging more than two percent on Monday...,"Oil, equities hit by fears over economic impact of deadly virus Fears over the global economic impact of the deadly China virus sent oil prices plunging more than two percent on Monday...",negative,-0.995622098
Lanka IOC net up on lower oil bill in Dec,1/27/2020,Energy,"Lanka IOC Plc, the Sri Lankan unit of an Indian state-owned petroleum firm, said its net profits for the December quarte...","Lanka IOC net up on lower oil bill in Dec Lanka IOC Plc, the Sri Lankan unit of an Indian state-owned petroleum firm, said its net profits for the December quarte...",negative,-0.979830801
"Sri Lanka's EPF bought shares with no approval, no analysis: forensic report",1/27/2020,Legal," Sri Lanka's Employees Provident Fund, a state-managed retirement fund of private workers had bought stocks without anal...","Sri Lanka's EPF bought shares with no approval, no analysis: forensic report  Sri Lanka's Employees Provident Fund, a state-managed retirement fund of private workers had bought stocks without anal...",negative,-0.99864465
Sri Lanka plans rescue flight to evacuate citizens trapped in China,1/26/2020,Aviation,Sri Lanka is planning a rescue flight to evacuate around 150 students and others stuck in China due to travel restrictio...,Sri Lanka plans rescue flight to evacuate citizens trapped in China Sri Lanka is planning a rescue flight to evacuate around 150 students and others stuck in China due to travel restrictio...,negative,-0.988926291
Sri Lanka President's Secy to visit Qatar for energy talks,1/26/2020,Energy,"Secretary to Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will visit Qatar for talks on clean energy, following visit by the...","Sri Lanka President's Secy to visit Qatar for energy talks Secretary to Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will visit Qatar for talks on clean energy, following visit by the...",positive,0.995535254
Can the UNP get its act together?,1/26/2020,Opinion,"Badly wounded at the last Presidential Elections, a deeply divided United National Party will try this week to reach a â...","Can the UNP get its act together? Badly wounded at the last Presidential Elections, a deeply divided United National Party will try this week to reach a â...",negative,-0.994032085
"Sri Lanka forensic audits on bond sales biased and inaccurate, part of cover-up : Cabraal",1/26/2020,Political News,Several forensic audits into bond sales conducted by the central bank has come under fire from ex-Central Bank Governor ...,"Sri Lanka forensic audits on bond sales biased and inaccurate, part of cover-up : Cabraal Several forensic audits into bond sales conducted by the central bank has come under fire from ex-Central Bank Governor ...",negative,-0.999376833
"Sri Lanka President asks state enterprises to improve profits, service levels",1/25/2020,Economy,Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has called on heads of state owned enterprises to grow their profits while non-p...,"Sri Lanka President asks state enterprises to improve profits, service levels Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has called on heads of state owned enterprises to grow their profits while non-p...",positive,0.892256558
Sri Lanka's Star Garments achieves carbon neutrality,1/25/2020,Apparel,"Star Garments group, owned by the US-based Komar is now CarbonNeutral certified for its entire portfolio of 14 factories...","Sri Lanka's Star Garments achieves carbon neutrality Star Garments group, owned by the US-based Komar is now CarbonNeutral certified for its entire portfolio of 14 factories...",positive,0.932657301
Sri Lanka in move to liberalise alcohol licenses to boost tourism,1/25/2020,Business,Provincial councils in Sri Lanka have been asked to liberalize beverage licenses to improve tourism receipts to the coun...,Sri Lanka in move to liberalise alcohol licenses to boost tourism Provincial councils in Sri Lanka have been asked to liberalize beverage licenses to improve tourism receipts to the coun...,negative,-0.990549386
"China built Port City in Colombo invests US$800mn, marina on track",1/25/2020,Business,"CHEC Port City Colombo (Pvt) Ltd, a unit of China Communications has invested 800 million US dollars out of a total of 1...","China built Port City in Colombo invests US$800mn, marina on track CHEC Port City Colombo (Pvt) Ltd, a unit of China Communications has invested 800 million US dollars out of a total of 1...",positive,0.616543114
Emerging Media invests Rs100mn in XpressJobs,1/25/2020,ICT," Sri Lanka's Emerging Media, a digital advertising firm, invested 100 million rupees in XpressJobs in exchange for a 25 ...","Emerging Media invests Rs100mn in XpressJobs  Sri Lanka's Emerging Media, a digital advertising firm, invested 100 million rupees in XpressJobs in exchange for a 25 ...",negative,-0.986852825
Lawyers protest AG's directives against Judges and the Private Bar,1/25/2020,Legal,Dozens of Lawyers working in the Magistrate’s Court in Colombo staged a protest today against attempts to arrest High ...,Lawyers protest AG's directives against Judges and the Private Bar Dozens of Lawyers working in the Magistrate’s Court in Colombo staged a protest today against attempts to arrest High ...,negative,-0.973753273
Sri Lanka's First Capital to raise Rs.750mn in debentures,1/24/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's First Capital Treasuries Plc, a Primary Dealer is planning to raise 750 million rupees in a debenture issue....","Sri Lanka's First Capital to raise Rs.750mn in debentures Sri Lanka's First Capital Treasuries Plc, a Primary Dealer is planning to raise 750 million rupees in a debenture issue....",negative,-0.995704234
"Sri Lanka rupee, gilt yields ends the week flat",1/24/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed flat at 181.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields remained b...","Sri Lanka rupee, gilt yields ends the week flat Sri Lanka’s rupee closed flat at 181.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields remained b...",negative,-0.999103189
"JVP demands action against all ""white-collar criminals"" behind bond scam, from 2006 to 2016",1/24/2020,Politics,The JVP demands that former Central Bank governors Arjuna Mahendran and Ajith Nivaad Cabral be tried in court in connect...,"JVP demands action against all ""white-collar criminals"" behind bond scam, from 2006 to 2016 The JVP demands that former Central Bank governors Arjuna Mahendran and Ajith Nivaad Cabral be tried in court in connect...",negative,-0.982617199
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.11-pct higher on Distilleries,1/24/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks gained 0.11 percent on Friday, pushed up by Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka, provisional data sho...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.11-pct higher on Distilleries Sri Lanka’s stocks gained 0.11 percent on Friday, pushed up by Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka, provisional data sho...",negative,-0.986513674
Govt has not controlled the Rice Mafia - UNP,1/24/2020,Uncategorized,The United National Party (UNP) today (24) blamed the Government for failing to control the rice mafia in the country.,Govt has not controlled the Rice Mafia - UNP The United National Party (UNP) today (24) blamed the Government for failing to control the rice mafia in the country.,negative,-0.997651637
Norochcholai third phase delay costs Rs250mn daily: Minister,1/24/2020,Energy,"The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) is bearing a loss of 250 million rupees a day, due to delays in the third phase of th...","Norochcholai third phase delay costs Rs250mn daily: Minister The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) is bearing a loss of 250 million rupees a day, due to delays in the third phase of th...",negative,-0.999645233
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields flat",1/24/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 181.35/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields op...","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 181.35/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields op...",negative,-0.968754172
EPF loses billions from direct placements of Sri Lanka bonds: forensic audit,1/24/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Employees Provident Fund, a  state-managed retirement fund of private sector workers in Sri Lanka, has lost 8.7 billion...","EPF loses billions from direct placements of Sri Lanka bonds: forensic audit Employees Provident Fund, a  state-managed retirement fund of private sector workers in Sri Lanka, has lost 8.7 billion...",negative,-0.999730408
President's power to perform duties of a cabinet minister questioned.,1/24/2020,Political News,Minister Bandula Gunawardena is saying that according to the 19th amendment when there is no subject minister appointed ...,President's power to perform duties of a cabinet minister questioned. Minister Bandula Gunawardena is saying that according to the 19th amendment when there is no subject minister appointed ...,negative,-0.986793041
Presidents asks police to make arrests only when 'absolutely necessary',1/24/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has asked police to act without fear but carry out arrest people when only abso...,Presidents asks police to make arrests only when 'absolutely necessary' Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has asked police to act without fear but carry out arrest people when only abso...,negative,-0.920831084
Lakmal sets up Sri Lanka win in first Test against Zimbabwe,1/24/2020,Culture,Suranga Lakmal took four for 27 to set up Sri Lanka for a 10-wicket win over Zimbabwe in the first Test in Harare on Thu...,Lakmal sets up Sri Lanka win in first Test against Zimbabwe Suranga Lakmal took four for 27 to set up Sri Lanka for a 10-wicket win over Zimbabwe in the first Test in Harare on Thu...,positive,0.999135435
US stocks steady as WHO says new China virus not emergency,1/24/2020,International news,Global stocks were under pressure again Thursday amid nervousness surrounding the spread of a deadly new virus from Chin...,US stocks steady as WHO says new China virus not emergency Global stocks were under pressure again Thursday amid nervousness surrounding the spread of a deadly new virus from Chin...,negative,-0.991030574
AG clears the arrest of Judge Pilapitiya,1/24/2020,Legal,The Attorney General Dappula de Livera has cleared the way for the police to arrest Judge Gehan Pilapitiya for allegedly...,AG clears the arrest of Judge Pilapitiya The Attorney General Dappula de Livera has cleared the way for the police to arrest Judge Gehan Pilapitiya for allegedly...,negative,-0.926174402
Sri Lanka may have lost Rs10.4bn from direct placement of bonds: forensic audit,1/24/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka may have lost up between 9.9 to 10.4 billion rupees in over 1,100 direct placements of bonds made by-passing a...","Sri Lanka may have lost Rs10.4bn from direct placement of bonds: forensic audit Sri Lanka may have lost up between 9.9 to 10.4 billion rupees in over 1,100 direct placements of bonds made by-passing a...",negative,-0.999691963
Govt delaying warehouse project that could stabilise vegetable prices: Harsha,1/23/2020,Agriculture,The construction of a 600 million rupee climate-controlled warehouse in Dambulla which would contribute to stabilizing v...,Govt delaying warehouse project that could stabilise vegetable prices: Harsha The construction of a 600 million rupee climate-controlled warehouse in Dambulla which would contribute to stabilizing v...,negative,-0.998815894
Vietnam confirms two cases of SARS-like coronavirus,1/23/2020,Uncategorized, A SARS-like virus has claimed 17 lives since emerging on December 31 in a market in the Chinese city of Wuhan.,Vietnam confirms two cases of SARS-like coronavirus  A SARS-like virus has claimed 17 lives since emerging on December 31 in a market in the Chinese city of Wuhan.,negative,-0.984581888
"""Free trade zone"" of international universities on the cards for foreign students",1/23/2020,Economy,"The cabinet has green-lit a proposal to establish a ""free trade zone"" of international universities to attract foreign a...","""Free trade zone"" of international universities on the cards for foreign students The cabinet has green-lit a proposal to establish a ""free trade zone"" of international universities to attract foreign a...",negative,-0.951432586
"""Free trade zone"" of international universities on the cards for foreign students",1/23/2020,Business,"The cabinet has green-lit a proposal to establish a ""free trade zone"" of international universities to attract foreign a...","""Free trade zone"" of international universities on the cards for foreign students The cabinet has green-lit a proposal to establish a ""free trade zone"" of international universities to attract foreign a...",negative,-0.951432586
Sri Lanka may have lost Rs9.6bn in 2015/16 bond sales: forensic audit,1/23/2020,Legal,"Sri Lanka may have lost up to 9.6 billion rupees through multiple bond auctions between February 2015 and March 2016, wh...","Sri Lanka may have lost Rs9.6bn in 2015/16 bond sales: forensic audit Sri Lanka may have lost up to 9.6 billion rupees through multiple bond auctions between February 2015 and March 2016, wh...",negative,-0.999606788
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields remain flat",1/23/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields remain...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields remain flat Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields remain...",negative,-0.999500632
Govt resorting to new tactics to intimidate media; Krishantha Cooray innocent - UNP,1/23/2020,Politics,"Refuting allegations against former Lake House chief Krishantha Cooray, the UNP accused the government of resorting to n...","Govt resorting to new tactics to intimidate media; Krishantha Cooray innocent - UNP Refuting allegations against former Lake House chief Krishantha Cooray, the UNP accused the government of resorting to n...",negative,-0.972749114
"Sri Lanka stocks continue to gain on tobacco, alcohol tax cuts",1/23/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks gained 0.84 percent on Thursday, pushed up by Ceylon Tobacco Company (CTC) and Distilleries Company...","Sri Lanka stocks continue to gain on tobacco, alcohol tax cuts Sri Lanka’s stocks gained 0.84 percent on Thursday, pushed up by Ceylon Tobacco Company (CTC) and Distilleries Company...",negative,-0.967091501
Sri Lanka stagnant in global corruption perception index - TISL,1/23/2020,Corruption,"Sri Lanka has made no progress in its ranking on Transparency International’s corruption perception index, the global ...","Sri Lanka stagnant in global corruption perception index - TISL Sri Lanka has made no progress in its ranking on Transparency International’s corruption perception index, the global ...",negative,-0.99962008
Sri Lanka stagnant in global corruption perception index: Transparency International,1/23/2020,Politics,"Sri Lanka has made no progress in its ranking on Transparency International’s corruption perception index, the global ...","Sri Lanka stagnant in global corruption perception index: Transparency International Sri Lanka has made no progress in its ranking on Transparency International’s corruption perception index, the global ...",negative,-0.999512672
UNP hasn't abandoned Ranjan; only questions his methods - Eran,1/23/2020,Politics,"The UNP has not abandoned MP Ranjan Ramanayake but merely questions his methods, which will be the subject of an interna...","UNP hasn't abandoned Ranjan; only questions his methods - Eran The UNP has not abandoned MP Ranjan Ramanayake but merely questions his methods, which will be the subject of an interna...",negative,-0.968723178
UNP hasn't abandoned Ranjan; only questions his methods - Eran,1/23/2020,Politics,"The UNP has not abandoned MP Ranjan Ramanayake but merely questions his methods, which will be the subject of an interna...","UNP hasn't abandoned Ranjan; only questions his methods - Eran The UNP has not abandoned MP Ranjan Ramanayake but merely questions his methods, which will be the subject of an interna...",negative,-0.968723178
Sri Lanka millers given subsidized  credit to buy paddy at Rs50 a kilo,1/23/2020,Agriculture,The Sri Lankan government will provide subsidised loans to millers to buy quality rice from farmers at 50 rupees a kilog...,Sri Lanka millers given subsidized  credit to buy paddy at Rs50 a kilo The Sri Lankan government will provide subsidised loans to millers to buy quality rice from farmers at 50 rupees a kilog...,negative,-0.951610446
"Sri Lanka cuts income tax for alcohol, tobacco, gaming, banks, manufacturing",1/23/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's Inland Revenue Department said it will cut income taxes on alcohol, tobacco, gambling, manufacturing and fin...","Sri Lanka cuts income tax for alcohol, tobacco, gaming, banks, manufacturing Sri Lanka's Inland Revenue Department said it will cut income taxes on alcohol, tobacco, gambling, manufacturing and fin...",positive,0.723094881
"Sri Lanka cabinet approves two coal plants, two-LNG plants",1/23/2020,Energy,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved two 300 MegaWatt coal fired plants as an extension to an existing complex ...,"Sri Lanka cabinet approves two coal plants, two-LNG plants Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved two 300 MegaWatt coal fired plants as an extension to an existing complex ...",positive,0.696922719
Sri Lanka's national inflation accelerates to 6.2-pct in Dec,1/23/2020,Economy,National inflation in Sri Lanka for the 12-months to December 2019 accelerated to 6.2 percent from 4.1 percent in Novemb...,Sri Lanka's national inflation accelerates to 6.2-pct in Dec National inflation in Sri Lanka for the 12-months to December 2019 accelerated to 6.2 percent from 4.1 percent in Novemb...,negative,-0.947453976
"Sri Lanka to expand public service by 10-pct in 2020, 53,000 jobless graduates",1/23/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka will hire 150,000 state workers made up of those who have passed the grade eight exam and 53,000 unemployed gr...","Sri Lanka to expand public service by 10-pct in 2020, 53,000 jobless graduates Sri Lanka will hire 150,000 state workers made up of those who have passed the grade eight exam and 53,000 unemployed gr...",positive,0.522303164
"Fitch cuts outlook on People's Bank, Commercial Bank and Serendib Finance",1/23/2020,Banking,Fitch Ratings has revised the outlook on People's Bank (PB) Commercial Bank (CB) and Serendib Finance Limited to negativ...,"Fitch cuts outlook on People's Bank, Commercial Bank and Serendib Finance Fitch Ratings has revised the outlook on People's Bank (PB) Commercial Bank (CB) and Serendib Finance Limited to negativ...",negative,-0.998514235
"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks stronger at open",1/23/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 181.35/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields ...","Sri Lanka rupee, stocks stronger at open Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 181.35/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields ...",negative,-0.960324705
Asian markets rattled as China steps up virus response,1/23/2020,International news,"Investor nerves over the spread of a deadly new virus from China rattled Asian equities and oil benchmarks on Thursday, ...","Asian markets rattled as China steps up virus response Investor nerves over the spread of a deadly new virus from China rattled Asian equities and oil benchmarks on Thursday, ...",negative,-0.980208397
Sri Lanka to open first floating solar plant with Norway backing,1/23/2020,Energy,"Sri Lanka's first floating solar plant with technology backing from Norway, will open in the northern Kilinocchi distric...","Sri Lanka to open first floating solar plant with Norway backing Sri Lanka's first floating solar plant with technology backing from Norway, will open in the northern Kilinocchi distric...",negative,-0.724793255
Court orders report on Swiss embassy staffer's phone records,1/23/2020,Political News,Colombo Chief Magistrate Lanka Jayaratne has ordered the Government Analyst to submit a report on the mobile phone recor...,Court orders report on Swiss embassy staffer's phone records Colombo Chief Magistrate Lanka Jayaratne has ordered the Government Analyst to submit a report on the mobile phone recor...,negative,-0.993549883
Sri Lanka apparel exports to slowdown till April after record 2019,1/22/2020,Apparel,Sri Lanka's garment exports are expected to drop till April 2020 due to poor conditions in key markets after growing 5.1...,Sri Lanka apparel exports to slowdown till April after record 2019 Sri Lanka's garment exports are expected to drop till April 2020 due to poor conditions in key markets after growing 5.1...,negative,-0.998946965
Sustainable method to eradicate Dengue larvae,1/22/2020,Health,"Minister of Health Pavithra Vanniarachchi has discussed a non-toxic, sustainable method to eradicate Dengue larvae with ...","Sustainable method to eradicate Dengue larvae Minister of Health Pavithra Vanniarachchi has discussed a non-toxic, sustainable method to eradicate Dengue larvae with ...",positive,0.998564661
No Presidential commission to investigate Ranjan's tapes-Govt.,1/22/2020,Political News,Co-Government Spokesman Mahindananda Aluthgamage says that there is no need to appoint a presidential commission as requ...,No Presidential commission to investigate Ranjan's tapes-Govt. Co-Government Spokesman Mahindananda Aluthgamage says that there is no need to appoint a presidential commission as requ...,positive,0.728432178
No Presidential commission to investigate Ranjan's tapes-Govt.,1/22/2020,Politics,Co-Government Spokesman Mahindananda Aluthgamage said that there is no need to appoint a presidential commission as requ...,No Presidential commission to investigate Ranjan's tapes-Govt. Co-Government Spokesman Mahindananda Aluthgamage said that there is no need to appoint a presidential commission as requ...,positive,0.769889712
Fitch cuts outlooks for three banks following sovereign  action,1/22/2020,Banking,"Ratings agency Fitch has revised the international (IRD) and national outlooks of Bank of Ceylon, National Savings Bank ...","Fitch cuts outlooks for three banks following sovereign  action Ratings agency Fitch has revised the international (IRD) and national outlooks of Bank of Ceylon, National Savings Bank ...",negative,-0.997677982
Sex Education is OK but must be ‘culturally sensitive’,1/22/2020,Education,"The Sectoral Oversight Committee on Women and Gender met yesterday (21) in parliament to discuss the ‘Hathe Ape Potha,...","Sex Education is OK but must be ‘culturally sensitive’ The Sectoral Oversight Committee on Women and Gender met yesterday (21) in parliament to discuss the ‘Hathe Ape Potha,...",positive,0.976643622
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields remained unchanged",1/22/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee ends weaker at 181.45/50 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields remaine...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields remained unchanged Sri Lanka’s rupee ends weaker at 181.45/50 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields remaine...",negative,-0.998076558
Sri Lanka develops marketing strategy for tourism growth,1/22/2020,Business,"The Sri Lanka Tourism Promotions Bureau (SLTPB) has developed a long-term promotions plan focusing on major markets, whi...","Sri Lanka develops marketing strategy for tourism growth The Sri Lanka Tourism Promotions Bureau (SLTPB) has developed a long-term promotions plan focusing on major markets, whi...",positive,0.979226589
Fitch downgrades People's Leasing & Finance to A+(lka),1/22/2020,Banking, Ratings agency Fitch downgraded state-owned People's Leasing & Finance Plc (PLC) to a national long-term rating of ...,Fitch downgrades People's Leasing & Finance to A+(lka)  Ratings agency Fitch downgraded state-owned People's Leasing & Finance Plc (PLC) to a national long-term rating of ...,negative,-0.998548687
Sri Lanka sells 1-yr T-bills at 8.61-pct as auction rates rise,1/22/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Public Debt Department said it sold 12 month bills at a weighted average yield rate of 8.61 percent on Wedne...,Sri Lanka sells 1-yr T-bills at 8.61-pct as auction rates rise Sri Lanka's Public Debt Department said it sold 12 month bills at a weighted average yield rate of 8.61 percent on Wedne...,negative,-0.98993659
Sex Education is OK but must be 'culturally sensitive’,1/22/2020,Education,The Sectoral Oversight Committee on Women and Gender met yesterday (21) in parliament to discuss the  ‘Hathe Ape Potha...,Sex Education is OK but must be 'culturally sensitive’ The Sectoral Oversight Committee on Women and Gender met yesterday (21) in parliament to discuss the  ‘Hathe Ape Potha...,positive,0.969806373
Viraj Dayaratne appointed Chairman of Securities and Exchange Commission,1/22/2020,Legal,"Attorney Viraj Dayaratne has been appointed as Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, an official statement...","Viraj Dayaratne appointed Chairman of Securities and Exchange Commission Attorney Viraj Dayaratne has been appointed as Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, an official statement...",positive,0.994140208
Sri Lanka stocks surge on John Keells Holdings,1/22/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks surged 0.46 percent on Wednesday, pushed up by index-heavy John Keells Holdings (JKH), provisional da...","Sri Lanka stocks surge on John Keells Holdings Sri Lanka's stocks surged 0.46 percent on Wednesday, pushed up by index-heavy John Keells Holdings (JKH), provisional da...",negative,-0.943956912
Prez and PM walking two different paths as SL faces economic crisis - UNP,1/22/2020,Economy,UNF Parliamentarian Hesha Withanage that President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa are now going...,Prez and PM walking two different paths as SL faces economic crisis - UNP UNF Parliamentarian Hesha Withanage that President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa are now going...,positive,0.597190976
Prez and PM walking two different paths as SL faces economic crisis - UNP,1/22/2020,Politics,"With the country on the verge of an economic crisis, the President and the Prime Minister have embarked on two different...","Prez and PM walking two different paths as SL faces economic crisis - UNP With the country on the verge of an economic crisis, the President and the Prime Minister have embarked on two different...",positive,0.988644958
Sri Lanka bears Rs.50bn  in disaster damages annually: World Bank,1/22/2020,Economy,"Disasters are annually costing Sri Lanka 50 billion rupees, or around 0.4 percent of gross domestic product (GDP) in dam...","Sri Lanka bears Rs.50bn  in disaster damages annually: World Bank Disasters are annually costing Sri Lanka 50 billion rupees, or around 0.4 percent of gross domestic product (GDP) in dam...",negative,-0.998218358
"SriLankan Airlines asked to fly to Paris, Frankfurt: Report",1/22/2020,Aviation,"Sri Lanka's Tourism and Aviation Ministry has requested the national carrier to resume flights to Paris and Frankfurt, m...","SriLankan Airlines asked to fly to Paris, Frankfurt: Report Sri Lanka's Tourism and Aviation Ministry has requested the national carrier to resume flights to Paris and Frankfurt, m...",negative,-0.989199758
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks gain on Melstacorp",1/22/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.53/57 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields o...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks gain on Melstacorp Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.53/57 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields o...",negative,-0.998448849
Ranjan challenges govt. to appoint a Commission of Inquiry,1/22/2020,Legal,Ranjan Ramanayake is challenging the government to appoint a Commission of Inquiry into his leaked phone conversations s...,Ranjan challenges govt. to appoint a Commission of Inquiry Ranjan Ramanayake is challenging the government to appoint a Commission of Inquiry into his leaked phone conversations s...,negative,-0.997780263
Ranil refuses to budge,1/22/2020,Political News,Ranil Wickremesinghe is refusing to step down as Leader of the United National Party but is open to Speaker Karu Jayasur...,Ranil refuses to budge Ranil Wickremesinghe is refusing to step down as Leader of the United National Party but is open to Speaker Karu Jayasur...,positive,0.990452766
Ranil refuses to budge,1/22/2020,Politics,Ranil Wickremesinghe is refusing to step down as Leader of the United National Party but is open to Speaker Karu Jayasur...,Ranil refuses to budge Ranil Wickremesinghe is refusing to step down as Leader of the United National Party but is open to Speaker Karu Jayasur...,positive,0.990452766
Stocks retreat as investors cash in on rally,1/22/2020,International news,Global stock markets mostly retreated on Monday as investors booked profits after last week's rally awaiting some key US...,Stocks retreat as investors cash in on rally Global stock markets mostly retreated on Monday as investors booked profits after last week's rally awaiting some key US...,negative,-0.998907447
"Sri Lanka blames erratic weather, intermediaries, as food prices soar",1/22/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's soaring food prices are due to bad weather and intermediaries, and they will come down in time for April New...","Sri Lanka blames erratic weather, intermediaries, as food prices soar Sri Lanka's soaring food prices are due to bad weather and intermediaries, and they will come down in time for April New...",negative,-0.999625206
Ranjan challenges govt. to appoint a Commission of Inquiry,1/21/2020,Law and Order,Ranjan Ramanayake is challenging the government to appoint a Commission of Inquiry into his leaked phone conversations s...,Ranjan challenges govt. to appoint a Commission of Inquiry Ranjan Ramanayake is challenging the government to appoint a Commission of Inquiry into his leaked phone conversations s...,negative,-0.997780263
"Wuhan virus: SL not in danger zone but maintain caution, say health officials",1/21/2020,Health,"Despite an earlier assurance that Sri Lanka is out of danger from the coronavirus that originated in Wuhan, China, the G...","Wuhan virus: SL not in danger zone but maintain caution, say health officials Despite an earlier assurance that Sri Lanka is out of danger from the coronavirus that originated in Wuhan, China, the G...",negative,-0.86942184
"Sri Lanka’s rupee ends weaker, gilt yields down",1/21/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.30/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday from Monday’s closing, w...","Sri Lanka’s rupee ends weaker, gilt yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.30/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday from Monday’s closing, w...",negative,-0.997205079
Sri Lanka Inland Revenue says no debt repayment tax on banks from Jan,1/21/2020,Banking,"Sri Lana's Department of Inland Revenue has issued a notice saying a debt repayment levy, a new direct tax slapped on ba...","Sri Lanka Inland Revenue says no debt repayment tax on banks from Jan Sri Lana's Department of Inland Revenue has issued a notice saying a debt repayment levy, a new direct tax slapped on ba...",negative,-0.991979718
Sri Lankan SMEs find global buyers at India food show,1/21/2020,Business,A delegation of Sri Lankan small and medium enterprises have found buyers from around the world after attending a food f...,Sri Lankan SMEs find global buyers at India food show A delegation of Sri Lankan small and medium enterprises have found buyers from around the world after attending a food f...,positive,0.993003547
Hirunika lodges complaint at CID over leaked phone calls,1/21/2020,Politics,UNF MP Hirunika Premachandra has lodged a complaint with the CID over the recorded telephone conversations purportedly b...,Hirunika lodges complaint at CID over leaked phone calls UNF MP Hirunika Premachandra has lodged a complaint with the CID over the recorded telephone conversations purportedly b...,negative,-0.994765997
Hirunika lodges complaint at CID over leaked phone calls,1/21/2020,Politics,UNF MP Hirunika Premachandra has lodged a complaint with the CID over the recorded telephone conversations purportedly b...,Hirunika lodges complaint at CID over leaked phone calls UNF MP Hirunika Premachandra has lodged a complaint with the CID over the recorded telephone conversations purportedly b...,negative,-0.994765997
Sri Lanka's Customs says no notice on return of plastic waste from Malaysia,1/21/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has not received notice from Malaysian authorities about plastic waste being sent back to the island, a top Cu...","Sri Lanka's Customs says no notice on return of plastic waste from Malaysia Sri Lanka has not received notice from Malaysian authorities about plastic waste being sent back to the island, a top Cu...",negative,-0.995837688
Speaker orders bond scam forensic audit report be tabled in parliament,1/21/2020,Politics,Speaker Karu Jayasuriya ordered the forensic audit report on bond and equity transactions for the period 2002 - 2016 be ...,Speaker orders bond scam forensic audit report be tabled in parliament Speaker Karu Jayasuriya ordered the forensic audit report on bond and equity transactions for the period 2002 - 2016 be ...,negative,-0.994385958
"Five forensic audits into EPF, Treasury bonds cost Rs.275mn: Central Bank",1/21/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka's central bank said five forensic audits into the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) and issuance of Treasury Bon...,"Five forensic audits into EPF, Treasury bonds cost Rs.275mn: Central Bank Sri Lanka's central bank said five forensic audits into the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) and issuance of Treasury Bon...",negative,-0.977435768
Speaker orders bond scam forensic audit report be tabled in parliament,1/21/2020,Politics,Speaker Karu Jayasuriya ordered the forensic audit report on bond and equity transactions for the period 2002 - 2016 be ...,Speaker orders bond scam forensic audit report be tabled in parliament Speaker Karu Jayasuriya ordered the forensic audit report on bond and equity transactions for the period 2002 - 2016 be ...,negative,-0.994385958
'Black panther' not different species but melanistic colour variant - Wildlife Dept,1/21/2020,Environment,The dark-furred leopard that made headlines earlier this week is not an extinct species as claimed by some but an otherw...,'Black panther' not different species but melanistic colour variant - Wildlife Dept The dark-furred leopard that made headlines earlier this week is not an extinct species as claimed by some but an otherw...,negative,-0.982925892
Sri Lanka stocks snap five day retreat amid volatile trading,1/21/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks snapped a five-day retreat on Tuesday, amid volatile trading, with diversified John Keells Holdings a...","Sri Lanka stocks snap five day retreat amid volatile trading Sri Lanka's stocks snapped a five-day retreat on Tuesday, amid volatile trading, with diversified John Keells Holdings a...",negative,-0.993850708
'Black panther' not different species but melanistic colour variant - Wildlife Dept,1/21/2020,Environment,The dark-furred leopard that made headlines earlier this week is not an extinct species as claimed by some but an otherw...,'Black panther' not different species but melanistic colour variant - Wildlife Dept The dark-furred leopard that made headlines earlier this week is not an extinct species as claimed by some but an otherw...,negative,-0.982925892
Sri Lanka will issue death certificates for war missing,1/21/2020,Human Rights,"Sri Lanka will issue death certificates for those reported missing in the country’s civil war, President Gotabaya Raja...","Sri Lanka will issue death certificates for war missing Sri Lanka will issue death certificates for those reported missing in the country’s civil war, President Gotabaya Raja...",negative,-0.945898831
Sri Lanka will issue death certificates for war missing,1/21/2020,Politics,"Sri Lanka will issue death certificates for those reported missing in the country’s civil war, President Gotabaya Raja...","Sri Lanka will issue death certificates for war missing Sri Lanka will issue death certificates for those reported missing in the country’s civil war, President Gotabaya Raja...",negative,-0.945898831
"Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, gilts flat",1/21/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.30/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday from Monday’s closin...,"Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, gilts flat Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.30/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday from Monday’s closin...",negative,-0.994872749
"Brokers meet PM, seeks state support to boost Sri Lanka stocks",1/21/2020,Markets," Stockbrokers who met Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and had asked for state support to boost the market, a media repo...","Brokers meet PM, seeks state support to boost Sri Lanka stocks  Stockbrokers who met Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and had asked for state support to boost the market, a media repo...",negative,-0.984479368
Exam official harasses Muslim girl students,1/21/2020,Education,A group of Muslim Girl students have complained that an Examinations Department official harassed them while they were s...,Exam official harasses Muslim girl students A group of Muslim Girl students have complained that an Examinations Department official harassed them while they were s...,negative,-0.996472895
Sri Lankan hotel investments flat in Sept,1/21/2020,Business,"Investments into Sri Lanka's tourism sector came to a standstill in the September quarter from three months earlier, off...","Sri Lankan hotel investments flat in Sept Investments into Sri Lanka's tourism sector came to a standstill in the September quarter from three months earlier, off...",negative,-0.998622894
IMF trims global growth estimates 2020-21 but sees improving outlook,1/21/2020,Economy, Easing US-China trade tensions have lessened uncertainty and the world economy may have hit bottom but a sharp slowdown...,IMF trims global growth estimates 2020-21 but sees improving outlook  Easing US-China trade tensions have lessened uncertainty and the world economy may have hit bottom but a sharp slowdown...,negative,-0.994695246
"Envoys of Turkey, Qatar, Pakistan presents credentials to Sri Lanka President",1/21/2020,People,Four new ambassadors along with a new High Commissioner concurrently accredited to Sri Lanka presented their credentials...,"Envoys of Turkey, Qatar, Pakistan presents credentials to Sri Lanka President Four new ambassadors along with a new High Commissioner concurrently accredited to Sri Lanka presented their credentials...",positive,0.993054926
Sri Lanka tax payer to bear unemployable graduates burden from March,1/21/2020,Fiscal,"Sri Lanka wills start recruiting unemployable graduates to the state service from March 01, though how many will be recr...","Sri Lanka tax payer to bear unemployable graduates burden from March Sri Lanka wills start recruiting unemployable graduates to the state service from March 01, though how many will be recr...",negative,-0.988964081
Bawa-designed Cinnamon Bentota Beach in Sri Lanka re-opens,1/20/2020,Business,"Cinnamon Bentota Beach, a historically important 1967 hotel designed by Geoffrey Bawa who inspired an architectural styl...","Bawa-designed Cinnamon Bentota Beach in Sri Lanka re-opens Cinnamon Bentota Beach, a historically important 1967 hotel designed by Geoffrey Bawa who inspired an architectural styl...",positive,0.993529618
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields flat",1/20/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed marginally weaker at 181.30/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bond yiel...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee closed marginally weaker at 181.30/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bond yiel...",negative,-0.999208152
India pledges USD 50mn for military procurement,1/20/2020,International Relations,"Days after Russia said it will continue to supply the Sri Lankan Army with military hardware, India’s top security off...","India pledges USD 50mn for military procurement Days after Russia said it will continue to supply the Sri Lankan Army with military hardware, India’s top security off...",negative,-0.981100798
India pledges USD 50mn for military procurement,1/20/2020,Defence,"Days after Russia said it will continue to supply Sri Lanka with military hardware, India’s top security official has ...","India pledges USD 50mn for military procurement Days after Russia said it will continue to supply Sri Lanka with military hardware, India’s top security official has ...",negative,-0.916145563
Sri Lanka's Keells Food Products net down in Dec,1/20/2020,Markets,Profits at Sri Lanka's Keells Food Products fell 40 percent to 82.4 million rupees in the December 2020 quarter from a y...,Sri Lanka's Keells Food Products net down in Dec Profits at Sri Lanka's Keells Food Products fell 40 percent to 82.4 million rupees in the December 2020 quarter from a y...,negative,-0.999469578
Sri Lanka stocks retreat for fifth day,1/20/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.45 percent lower on Monday, dragged down by food, beverage and tobacco industries, provisi...","Sri Lanka stocks retreat for fifth day Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.45 percent lower on Monday, dragged down by food, beverage and tobacco industries, provisi...",negative,-0.999459445
Fear on Saukadi Beach,1/20/2020,Easter Sunday attacks,This is the tale of the little food shop on the beach that got hit because of events beyond the control of is owner and ...,Fear on Saukadi Beach This is the tale of the little food shop on the beach that got hit because of events beyond the control of is owner and ...,negative,-0.984516144
"SARS-like virus spreads in China, reaches third Asian country",1/20/2020,International news,"A mysterious SARS-like virus has killed a third person, spread around China and reached a third Asian country, authoriti...","SARS-like virus spreads in China, reaches third Asian country A mysterious SARS-like virus has killed a third person, spread around China and reached a third Asian country, authoriti...",negative,-0.9883371
Sri Lanka SME debt relief credit negative for banks: Moody's,1/20/2020,Banking,"A debt moratorium for Sri Lanka's small and medium enterprises is credit negative for banks and the sovereign, and may n...","Sri Lanka SME debt relief credit negative for banks: Moody's A debt moratorium for Sri Lanka's small and medium enterprises is credit negative for banks and the sovereign, and may n...",negative,-0.999679446
"Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly weaker, stocks gain",1/20/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted marginally weaker at 181.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bond ...","Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly weaker, stocks gain Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted marginally weaker at 181.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bond ...",negative,-0.998641908
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices continue to climb,1/20/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka raw coconut prices grew 4.52 percent to 45,265 rupees for 1000 nuts at an auction in Colombo on January 16, 20...","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices continue to climb Sri Lanka raw coconut prices grew 4.52 percent to 45,265 rupees for 1000 nuts at an auction in Colombo on January 16, 20...",positive,0.786688209
"Manufacturing growth slows, services accelerate to 24-month high in Dec",1/20/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka’s manufacturing sector growth slowed in December from a month earlier, while services accelerated to a 24-mo...","Manufacturing growth slows, services accelerate to 24-month high in Dec Sri Lanka’s manufacturing sector growth slowed in December from a month earlier, while services accelerated to a 24-mo...",negative,-0.997096658
"No decision on new Sri Lanka coal plant, President promises action on emissions",1/20/2020,Energy,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has promised action on cutting the environmental fallout from the Norochcholai ...,"No decision on new Sri Lanka coal plant, President promises action on emissions Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has promised action on cutting the environmental fallout from the Norochcholai ...",negative,-0.976947069
Asian markets swing after recent gains; oil up,1/20/2020,International news,"Most Asian markets fluctuated Monday as investors took a step back after last week's rally, though the mood remains upbe...","Asian markets swing after recent gains; oil up Most Asian markets fluctuated Monday as investors took a step back after last week's rally, though the mood remains upbe...",negative,-0.573661864
Sri Lanka domestic tax collections grow 20.6-pct in 2019,1/20/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka's Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has collected 785.38 billion rupees in taxes in 2019, up 20.6 percent from ...","Sri Lanka domestic tax collections grow 20.6-pct in 2019  Sri Lanka's Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has collected 785.38 billion rupees in taxes in 2019, up 20.6 percent from ...",positive,0.861988664
Mahinda amazed by Sajith's call to scrap MCC deal with Sri Lanka,1/19/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa said he is amazed by Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa's call to scrap a c...,Mahinda amazed by Sajith's call to scrap MCC deal with Sri Lanka Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa said he is amazed by Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa's call to scrap a c...,positive,0.999240875
Samurdhi partners with Daraz to boost low-income Sri Lanka entreprenuers,1/19/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka’s Samurdhi Department signed a memorandum of understanding with the e-commerce platform daraz.lk, enabling S...","Samurdhi partners with Daraz to boost low-income Sri Lanka entreprenuers Sri Lanka’s Samurdhi Department signed a memorandum of understanding with the e-commerce platform daraz.lk, enabling S...",positive,0.986022592
Sri Lanka to probe ragging suicides as thousands drop out of university,1/19/2020,General Services,"Sri Lanka as appointed a committee to probe over 2,000 victims of ragging, a type of extreme physical, mental and sexual...","Sri Lanka to probe ragging suicides as thousands drop out of university Sri Lanka as appointed a committee to probe over 2,000 victims of ragging, a type of extreme physical, mental and sexual...",negative,-0.930356622
Sri Lanka extends Rs300mn SME loan to tourism sector,1/18/2020,Business,Sri Lanka will ask banks to extend new loans of up to 300 million rupee for small and medium scale (SME) businesses to t...,Sri Lanka extends Rs300mn SME loan to tourism sector Sri Lanka will ask banks to extend new loans of up to 300 million rupee for small and medium scale (SME) businesses to t...,negative,-0.903876185
Committee to probe ragging in universities,1/18/2020,Education,The government has appointed a high-level committee to probe ragging in universities and propose a scheme to re-admit st...,Committee to probe ragging in universities The government has appointed a high-level committee to probe ragging in universities and propose a scheme to re-admit st...,positive,0.840547383
Ranjangate: The next stage begins,1/18/2020,Law and Order,Why we all should be afraid of Ranjan Rmanayake has done,Ranjangate: The next stage begins Why we all should be afraid of Ranjan Rmanayake has done,negative,-0.968720734
Five suspected pickpockets of Sri Lanka origin arrested in Australia,1/18/2020,Legal,"Police in Melbourne, Australia have arrested seven person including five from Sri Lanka in suspicion of pick pocketing, ...","Five suspected pickpockets of Sri Lanka origin arrested in Australia Police in Melbourne, Australia have arrested seven person including five from Sri Lanka in suspicion of pick pocketing, ...",negative,-0.922296762
Sri Lanka to get US$10.96mn Korean tourism grant,1/18/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka will receive a 10.96 million US dollar grant from Korea to develop the tourism industry in the island nation, ...","Sri Lanka to get US$10.96mn Korean tourism grant Sri Lanka will receive a 10.96 million US dollar grant from Korea to develop the tourism industry in the island nation, ...",negative,-0.569605827
Australia's farmers count cost after bushfires wipe out livestock,1/18/2020,International news," In the wake of ferocious bushfires that tore through Kangaroo Island, local farmer Rick Morris has endured the gruellin...","Australia's farmers count cost after bushfires wipe out livestock  In the wake of ferocious bushfires that tore through Kangaroo Island, local farmer Rick Morris has endured the gruellin...",negative,-0.976597607
"Sri Lanka has grown oil palm for 51-years, false claims of recent origin: PA",1/18/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka has had oil palm for 51 years with no problems, but false accusations against the crop started only five years...","Sri Lanka has grown oil palm for 51-years, false claims of recent origin: PA Sri Lanka has had oil palm for 51 years with no problems, but false accusations against the crop started only five years...",negative,-0.984401524
Colombo Stock Exchange to drop older sector categories in favour of GICS,1/17/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka’s Colombo Stock Exchange said it will discontinue the localized sector classification and follow the Global ...,Colombo Stock Exchange to drop older sector categories in favour of GICS Sri Lanka’s Colombo Stock Exchange said it will discontinue the localized sector classification and follow the Global ...,negative,-0.996308506
Court orders AG to probe how Ranjan's tapes were leaked,1/17/2020,Law and Order,A magistrate has ordered the Attorney General to investigate how recordings of telephone conversations seized from the r...,Court orders AG to probe how Ranjan's tapes were leaked A magistrate has ordered the Attorney General to investigate how recordings of telephone conversations seized from the r...,negative,-0.995013773
Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank to raise Rs750mn from debentures-Corrected,1/17/2020,Finance,Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Banking Corporation Plc (PABC) said it plans to raise 7.5 billion rupees through a debenture issue ...,Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank to raise Rs750mn from debentures-Corrected Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Banking Corporation Plc (PABC) said it plans to raise 7.5 billion rupees through a debenture issue ...,negative,-0.994789124
"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields remain unchanged",1/17/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee ends flat at 181.20/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields closed flat,...","Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields remain unchanged Sri Lanka’s rupee ends flat at 181.20/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields closed flat,...",negative,-0.99961853
CBK was removed as SLFP's Attanagalle organiser last Nov-Rohana Lakshman,1/17/2020,Politics,The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) removed former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga and other organisers who ...,CBK was removed as SLFP's Attanagalle organiser last Nov-Rohana Lakshman The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) removed former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga and other organisers who ...,negative,-0.994009376
Inland Revenue Department in Sri Lanka flashes red light as firms charge wrong VAT,1/17/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's Inland Revenue Department officials said they have found businesses which have been charging Value Added Tax...,Inland Revenue Department in Sri Lanka flashes red light as firms charge wrong VAT Sri Lanka's Inland Revenue Department officials said they have found businesses which have been charging Value Added Tax...,positive,0.627305329
Ban on civil helicopter flights from Colombo lifted,1/17/2020,Economy,The Government has lifted the ban on domestic passenger flights from Colombo after 25 years.,Ban on civil helicopter flights from Colombo lifted The Government has lifted the ban on domestic passenger flights from Colombo after 25 years.,negative,-0.916970253
"Tuk drivers demand  regulatory body, accuse Minister of buying time",1/17/2020,Consumer Affairs,Three-wheeler unions have requested Transport Management Minister Mahinda Amaraweera to establish a provincial-level reg...,"Tuk drivers demand  regulatory body, accuse Minister of buying time Three-wheeler unions have requested Transport Management Minister Mahinda Amaraweera to establish a provincial-level reg...",negative,-0.993753731
Sri Lanka stocks retreat for fourth day,1/17/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.14 percent lower on volatile trade, dragged down by Commercial Bank, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks retreat for fourth day Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.14 percent lower on volatile trade, dragged down by Commercial Bank, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.998700976
"Eateries, restaurants, bakeries not passing on tax relief to consumers - IRD",1/17/2020,Consumer Affairs,"Many restaurants, roadside eateries and bakeries do not pass on to end consumers the relief afforded to them by recent t...","Eateries, restaurants, bakeries not passing on tax relief to consumers - IRD Many restaurants, roadside eateries and bakeries do not pass on to end consumers the relief afforded to them by recent t...",negative,-0.996887982
"Sri Lanka exports flat in November, imports down",1/17/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has exported 979 million dollars of goods in September 2019, unchanged from last year, earned 332 million US d...","Sri Lanka exports flat in November, imports down Sri Lanka has exported 979 million dollars of goods in September 2019, unchanged from last year, earned 332 million US d...",negative,-0.983969331
Ceylon Electricity Board forced to idle cheaper plants as financial crisis worsens,1/17/2020,Energy,A deepening financial crisis at Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board is forcing the utility turn on more expen...,Ceylon Electricity Board forced to idle cheaper plants as financial crisis worsens A deepening financial crisis at Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board is forcing the utility turn on more expen...,negative,-0.998950839
UNP crisis worsens,1/17/2020,Politics,The crisis in the main opposition United National Party shows no sign of ending after a meeting of the party’s Parliam...,UNP crisis worsens The crisis in the main opposition United National Party shows no sign of ending after a meeting of the party’s Parliam...,negative,-0.998829186
Sri Lanka ban on incorporating foreign firms over security concern,1/17/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has banned the incorporation of companies with foreign shareholders over a security concern, but no legitimate...","Sri Lanka ban on incorporating foreign firms over security concern Sri Lanka has banned the incorporation of companies with foreign shareholders over a security concern, but no legitimate...",negative,-0.995528877
"In surprise visit, Prez tells BIA officials to minimise delays and inconveniences",1/17/2020,Economy,"In an announced visit to the Bandaranaike International Airport yesterday, President Rajapaksa instructed officials to m...","In surprise visit, Prez tells BIA officials to minimise delays and inconveniences In an announced visit to the Bandaranaike International Airport yesterday, President Rajapaksa instructed officials to m...",positive,0.990437806
"Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly weaker, stocks gain",1/17/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted slightly weaker at 181.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday.,"Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly weaker, stocks gain Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted slightly weaker at 181.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday.",negative,-0.999127686
"China GDP grew 6.1-pct in 2019, slowest in three decades",1/17/2020,International news,China's economy weakened to its slowest pace in three decades in 2019 as weaker domestic demand and trade tensions with ...,"China GDP grew 6.1-pct in 2019, slowest in three decades China's economy weakened to its slowest pace in three decades in 2019 as weaker domestic demand and trade tensions with ...",negative,-0.998428762
Ranil dodges bullet in Sri Lanka UNP leadership battle,1/17/2020,Political News,A meeting of United National Party legislators had ended abruptly after embattled leader Ranil Wickremesinghe and his ba...,Ranil dodges bullet in Sri Lanka UNP leadership battle A meeting of United National Party legislators had ended abruptly after embattled leader Ranil Wickremesinghe and his ba...,negative,-0.988095284
Sri Lanka rough rice harvest forecast at 2.4mn metric tonnes for 2020 Maha,1/17/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka is making a preliminary paddy (rough rice) harvest forecast of 2.4 million metric tonnes for the main Maha cro...,Sri Lanka rough rice harvest forecast at 2.4mn metric tonnes for 2020 Maha Sri Lanka is making a preliminary paddy (rough rice) harvest forecast of 2.4 million metric tonnes for the main Maha cro...,negative,-0.992074013
Sri Lanka eyes tanks in China-run port to store fuel buffer stock,1/16/2020,Energy,"Sri Lanka's Minister for Power and Energy, Mahinda Amaraweera has asked officials to start talks with a Chinese company ...","Sri Lanka eyes tanks in China-run port to store fuel buffer stock Sri Lanka's Minister for Power and Energy, Mahinda Amaraweera has asked officials to start talks with a Chinese company ...",negative,-0.978661299
Ranjangate: Police to question judges connected to sound clips,1/16/2020,Law and Order,Police have received instructions to record statements from the three judges who have had conversations with Actor-polit...,Ranjangate: Police to question judges connected to sound clips Police have received instructions to record statements from the three judges who have had conversations with Actor-polit...,negative,-0.99211818
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields remain unchanged",1/16/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.20/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday from Tuesday’s closin...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields remain unchanged Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.20/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday from Tuesday’s closin...",negative,-0.957584321
"Amnesty Int'l concerned over alleged harassment of journalists, activists",1/16/2020,Human Rights,"Amnesty International has expressed concern over alleged harassment and intimidation of journalists, media outlets and h...","Amnesty Int'l concerned over alleged harassment of journalists, activists Amnesty International has expressed concern over alleged harassment and intimidation of journalists, media outlets and h...",negative,-0.826607347
Ranjangate: Release the tapes of conversations with government members - Harin,1/16/2020,Corruption,Actor-politico Ranjan Ramanayake has audio recordings of phone conversations he had with the members of the current gove...,Ranjangate: Release the tapes of conversations with government members - Harin Actor-politico Ranjan Ramanayake has audio recordings of phone conversations he had with the members of the current gove...,negative,-0.942668915
Sri Lanka plantation stocks battered after wage decree,1/16/2020,Business,Plantation stock prices in Sri Lanka were hammered following the government's decision to increase the minimum wage of e...,Sri Lanka plantation stocks battered after wage decree Plantation stock prices in Sri Lanka were hammered following the government's decision to increase the minimum wage of e...,negative,-0.999308825
Human Rights Watch issues a warning about Sri Lanka,1/16/2020,Human Rights,Respect for fundamental human rights in Sri Lanka is in serious jeopardy following the election of Gotabaya Rajapaksa as...,Human Rights Watch issues a warning about Sri Lanka Respect for fundamental human rights in Sri Lanka is in serious jeopardy following the election of Gotabaya Rajapaksa as...,negative,-0.998427272
Sri Lanka ban on incorporating foreign firms over security concern,1/16/2020,Legal, Sri Lanka has banned the incorporation of companies with foreign shareholders over a security concern and no legitimate...,Sri Lanka ban on incorporating foreign firms over security concern  Sri Lanka has banned the incorporation of companies with foreign shareholders over a security concern and no legitimate...,negative,-0.999372661
Act should be reviewed only after wide discussion - Office on Missing Persons,1/16/2020,Human Rights,The Office on Missing Persons (OMP) has cautioned the Government against amending the OMP Act without consultation with ...,Act should be reviewed only after wide discussion - Office on Missing Persons The Office on Missing Persons (OMP) has cautioned the Government against amending the OMP Act without consultation with ...,negative,-0.993486762
Milford Ceylon buys stake in Sri Lanka's Softlogic Life from DEG,1/16/2020,Finance,Leapfrog Investments a US-based private equity firm has doubled its holding in Sri Lanka's Softlogic Life Insurance  to ...,Milford Ceylon buys stake in Sri Lanka's Softlogic Life from DEG Leapfrog Investments a US-based private equity firm has doubled its holding in Sri Lanka's Softlogic Life Insurance  to ...,negative,-0.916039824
Hyundai and Kia bet on London startup for electric cars,1/16/2020,Autos,South Korea's Hyundai and its Kia affiliate announced plans Thursday for a major investment in London-based startup Arri...,Hyundai and Kia bet on London startup for electric cars South Korea's Hyundai and its Kia affiliate announced plans Thursday for a major investment in London-based startup Arri...,negative,-0.957064688
"Govt guarantees price control for rice, but no such luck for vegetable prices",1/16/2020,Consumer Affairs,"The government has guaranteed a price control for rice, but according to a spokesman, no such control will be possible f...","Govt guarantees price control for rice, but no such luck for vegetable prices The government has guaranteed a price control for rice, but according to a spokesman, no such control will be possible f...",negative,-0.995460212
Sri Lanka to control foreign university placement offices after student deaths,1/16/2020,Education,"Sri Lanka will introduce a regulatory framework for agencies that place students in foreign universities, Minister Bandu...","Sri Lanka to control foreign university placement offices after student deaths Sri Lanka will introduce a regulatory framework for agencies that place students in foreign universities, Minister Bandu...",negative,-0.683098078
"Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, stocks slide",1/16/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday from Tuesday’s clos...,"Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, stocks slide Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday from Tuesday’s clos...",negative,-0.976862311
Sri Lanka to control foreign university placement offices after student deaths,1/16/2020,Business, Sri Lanka will introduce a regulatory framework for agencies that place students in foreign universities after three un...,Sri Lanka to control foreign university placement offices after student deaths  Sri Lanka will introduce a regulatory framework for agencies that place students in foreign universities after three un...,negative,-0.972675025
"Dow, S&P 500 end at records as US and China sign long-awaited deal",1/16/2020,International news,Major Wall Street stock indices edged to fresh records on Wednesday while European and Asian markets mostly retreated as...,"Dow, S&P 500 end at records as US and China sign long-awaited deal Major Wall Street stock indices edged to fresh records on Wednesday while European and Asian markets mostly retreated as...",negative,-0.990833461
Sri Lanka plantations could cover wage hike with economic relief package: Minister,1/15/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's plantations firms will be given benefits in the form of free fertilizer, tax cuts and credit support, which ...","Sri Lanka plantations could cover wage hike with economic relief package: Minister Sri Lanka's plantations firms will be given benefits in the form of free fertilizer, tax cuts and credit support, which ...",positive,0.975158036
"US - Sri Lanka talks on Indo-Pacific strategy, economic defence ties",1/15/2020,Political News,Visiting US Assistant Secretary of State Alice Wells and Sro Lanka's Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena had discussions...,"US - Sri Lanka talks on Indo-Pacific strategy, economic defence ties Visiting US Assistant Secretary of State Alice Wells and Sro Lanka's Foreign Minister Dinesh Gunawardena had discussions...",positive,0.987024069
Sri Lanka to hike fuel prices in line with global market,1/15/2020,Energy,"Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation will raise fuel prices in line with global trends, co-cabinet spokesm...","Sri Lanka to hike fuel prices in line with global market Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation will raise fuel prices in line with global trends, co-cabinet spokesm...",positive,0.994682729
Sri Lankan passport queues introduced at Katunayake Airport,1/15/2020,Aviation,Sri Lanka's Immigration Department has introduced time-bound seperate queues for Sri Lankan passport holders at the Band...,Sri Lankan passport queues introduced at Katunayake Airport Sri Lanka's Immigration Department has introduced time-bound seperate queues for Sri Lankan passport holders at the Band...,negative,-0.989470005
Cabinet nod for new Act to grant immunity to Intelligence Officers,1/15/2020,Human Rights,The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to draft a Bill called the National Intelligence Act to protect the dut...,Cabinet nod for new Act to grant immunity to Intelligence Officers The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to draft a Bill called the National Intelligence Act to protect the dut...,negative,-0.865299582
Gotabaya says he admires Chinese President Xi,1/15/2020,International Relations,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has declared himself to be a great admirer of Chinese leader Xi Jing Ping when he met the v...,Gotabaya says he admires Chinese President Xi President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has declared himself to be a great admirer of Chinese leader Xi Jing Ping when he met the v...,positive,0.998895109
Ragging drives out 2000 students from Sri Lanka state universities: Minister,1/15/2020,Legal,"Over 2,000 students who entered state universities after passing exams have left after entering due to 'ragging' a type ...","Ragging drives out 2000 students from Sri Lanka state universities: Minister Over 2,000 students who entered state universities after passing exams have left after entering due to 'ragging' a type ...",negative,-0.997255862
Remains of Sri Lanka students from Azerbaijan to arrive today,1/15/2020,Political News,The remains of three students who died in Azerbaijan while studying at a university in the country will be brought back ...,Remains of Sri Lanka students from Azerbaijan to arrive today The remains of three students who died in Azerbaijan while studying at a university in the country will be brought back ...,positive,0.681944668
Hollywood celebs wax lyrical on Sri Lanka in big boost to tourism,1/15/2020,Business,"A host of Hollywood celebrities visited Sri Lanka over the past week, poised to give the island's tourism industry, curr...","Hollywood celebs wax lyrical on Sri Lanka in big boost to tourism A host of Hollywood celebrities visited Sri Lanka over the past week, poised to give the island's tourism industry, curr...",positive,0.997855604
"Sri Lanka President orders plantations wage hike to Rs1,000 a day",1/14/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered plantations workers wages to be hiked to 1000 rupees a day from Mar...,"Sri Lanka President orders plantations wage hike to Rs1,000 a day Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered plantations workers wages to be hiked to 1000 rupees a day from Mar...",negative,-0.981952131
Sri Lanka targets US$700mn in trade with Russia,1/14/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is aiming to increase bilateral trade with Russia by 700 million US dollars, and continue policies set by the ...","Sri Lanka targets US$700mn in trade with Russia Sri Lanka is aiming to increase bilateral trade with Russia by 700 million US dollars, and continue policies set by the ...",negative,-0.967566729
Ranjan arrested again,1/14/2020,Law and Order,"Actor-politico Ranjan Ramanayake has been arrested by Police for alleged contempt of court, Police Spokesman Superintend...","Ranjan arrested again Actor-politico Ranjan Ramanayake has been arrested by Police for alleged contempt of court, Police Spokesman Superintend...",negative,-0.988665819
"Russia, SL to boost trade to USD 700 mn, strengthen defence & economic ties",1/14/2020,International Relations,"Sri Lanka and Russia will work towards boosting bilateral trade up to USD 700 million, the two countries' foreign affair...","Russia, SL to boost trade to USD 700 mn, strengthen defence & economic ties Sri Lanka and Russia will work towards boosting bilateral trade up to USD 700 million, the two countries' foreign affair...",positive,0.999372661
Zaharan's mosque to become a Harmony Centre,1/14/2020,Law and Order,The Mosque in Kattankudy where National Towheed Jamaat (NTJ) leader Zaharan Cassim breathed fire to his followers is to ...,Zaharan's mosque to become a Harmony Centre The Mosque in Kattankudy where National Towheed Jamaat (NTJ) leader Zaharan Cassim breathed fire to his followers is to ...,positive,0.905617774
Sri Lanka suspends incorporation of foreign companies,1/14/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka's registrar of companies has suspended incorporation foreign owned companies in the island.,Sri Lanka suspends incorporation of foreign companies Sri Lanka's registrar of companies has suspended incorporation foreign owned companies in the island.,negative,-0.997308373
Activists oppose firearms distribution to combat wild elephant threat.,1/14/2020,Animal Rights,Environmental Activist Pahiyangala Ananda Sagara Thero says it is a ridiculous decision taken by the Cabinet of Minister...,Activists oppose firearms distribution to combat wild elephant threat. Environmental Activist Pahiyangala Ananda Sagara Thero says it is a ridiculous decision taken by the Cabinet of Minister...,negative,-0.998981297
Sri Lanka central bank issues SME moratorium rules,1/14/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank in a circular called on banks to provide a debt moratorium for small and medium scale enterpris...,Sri Lanka central bank issues SME moratorium rules Sri Lanka's central bank in a circular called on banks to provide a debt moratorium for small and medium scale enterpris...,negative,-0.996836901
"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields ease",1/14/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed flat at 181.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields fell, dea...","Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields ease Sri Lanka’s rupee closed flat at 181.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields fell, dea...",negative,-0.999059856
China says will not allow outsiders to interfere in Sri Lanka's internal matters,1/14/2020,Political News," China will not allow outside influences to interfere in Sri Lanka internal concerns, visiting foreign minister Wang Yi ...","China says will not allow outsiders to interfere in Sri Lanka's internal matters  China will not allow outside influences to interfere in Sri Lanka internal concerns, visiting foreign minister Wang Yi ...",positive,0.832229733
Sri Lanka's Sanken to build Rs.3.9bn Renuka Holdings' Galle Face Icon tower,1/14/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Renuka Holdings Plc said it has entered into a deal to construct its flagship 3.9 billion rupee mixed-develo...,Sri Lanka's Sanken to build Rs.3.9bn Renuka Holdings' Galle Face Icon tower Sri Lanka's Renuka Holdings Plc said it has entered into a deal to construct its flagship 3.9 billion rupee mixed-develo...,negative,-0.958408654
"Treasury bill yield up in 12-months, 3-months rejected",1/14/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasury bill yields rose 06 basis point to 8.58 percent at Tuesday's auction while 3-month bills w...,"Treasury bill yield up in 12-months, 3-months rejected Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasury bill yields rose 06 basis point to 8.58 percent at Tuesday's auction while 3-month bills w...",negative,-0.975267828
Iraj cruises to Tourism Promotion board of directors?,1/14/2020,Politics,Musician and YouTuber Iraj Weeraratne has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bu...,Iraj cruises to Tourism Promotion board of directors? Musician and YouTuber Iraj Weeraratne has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bu...,positive,0.974709451
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.20pct low on CTC,1/14/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.20 percent lower on Tuesday, dragged down by Ceylon Tobacco Company and generated 219 million ...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.20pct low on CTC Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.20 percent lower on Tuesday, dragged down by Ceylon Tobacco Company and generated 219 million ...",negative,-0.998294294
SL has stocks of fuel to draw if war breaks out in the Gulf -CPC,1/14/2020,Consumer Affairs,The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) states that there is sufficient stock of fuel in-store to supply without any shor...,SL has stocks of fuel to draw if war breaks out in the Gulf -CPC The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) states that there is sufficient stock of fuel in-store to supply without any shor...,negative,-0.634053528
Sri Lanka credit outlook downgraded to negative on tax cuts by Standard and Poor's,1/14/2020,Economy,"Standard and Poor's, a rating agency has downgraded the outlook on Sri Lanka's 'B' rating to 'negative' from stable on t...","Sri Lanka credit outlook downgraded to negative on tax cuts by Standard and Poor's Standard and Poor's, a rating agency has downgraded the outlook on Sri Lanka's 'B' rating to 'negative' from stable on t...",negative,-0.998338103
Dr Shafi not reinstated-Pubic Service Commission,1/14/2020,Politics,The Public Service Commission states that no final decision has been made with regard to the request made by Dr Shafi Sh...,Dr Shafi not reinstated-Pubic Service Commission The Public Service Commission states that no final decision has been made with regard to the request made by Dr Shafi Sh...,negative,-0.999271452
Police did not leak the Ranjan tapes - Police spokesman,1/14/2020,Law and Order,Police did not leak the CD containing the famously controversial conversations that Actor-politico Ranjan Ramanayake had...,Police did not leak the Ranjan tapes - Police spokesman Police did not leak the CD containing the famously controversial conversations that Actor-politico Ranjan Ramanayake had...,positive,0.95750159
Ceylon Electricity Board all out to avoid power cuts amid deep financial crisis,1/14/2020,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board is in a deep financial crisis, the power ministry has said as the utility...","Ceylon Electricity Board all out to avoid power cuts amid deep financial crisis Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board is in a deep financial crisis, the power ministry has said as the utility...",negative,-0.998748779
Ranjagate: The perils of undermining the Rule of Law,1/14/2020,Opinion,"The Ranjan Ramanayake tapes, particularly his conversations with Policemen and Judges are undermining the credibility of...","Ranjagate: The perils of undermining the Rule of Law The Ranjan Ramanayake tapes, particularly his conversations with Policemen and Judges are undermining the credibility of...",negative,-0.998619914
Port City Colombo launches Social Responsibility Report,1/14/2020,Economy,Social Responsibility Report of the CHEC Port City Colombo Pvt Ltd for the year 2018-2019 was launched yesterday (13 Jan...,Port City Colombo launches Social Responsibility Report Social Responsibility Report of the CHEC Port City Colombo Pvt Ltd for the year 2018-2019 was launched yesterday (13 Jan...,positive,0.732844174
"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, stocks gain",1/14/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.50/55 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields eas...","Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, stocks gain Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.50/55 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields eas...",positive,0.802320421
Sri Lanka to cut regulatory blocks to reach US$10bn tourism revenue target,1/14/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has called for a target based plan to drive tourism revenue to 10 billion US do...,Sri Lanka to cut regulatory blocks to reach US$10bn tourism revenue target Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has called for a target based plan to drive tourism revenue to 10 billion US do...,negative,-0.983693063
China-bound scorpions seized in Sri Lankan airport sting,1/14/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's customs on Monday arrested and fined a Chinese man accused of trying to take 200 venomous scorpions out of t...,China-bound scorpions seized in Sri Lankan airport sting Sri Lanka's customs on Monday arrested and fined a Chinese man accused of trying to take 200 venomous scorpions out of t...,negative,-0.99537611
President appoints commission to probe ETI sale to Blue Summit,1/13/2020,Economy,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed a commission to probe the sale of assets of ETI Finance Ltd to a consortium i...,President appoints commission to probe ETI sale to Blue Summit President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed a commission to probe the sale of assets of ETI Finance Ltd to a consortium i...,positive,0.968023837
Sri Lanka apparel exports up 2.8-pct in Nov with investments in production,1/13/2020,Apparel,Sri Lanka's apparel exports grew 2.8 percent to 459 million US dollars from a year earlier in November 2019 due to an in...,Sri Lanka apparel exports up 2.8-pct in Nov with investments in production Sri Lanka's apparel exports grew 2.8 percent to 459 million US dollars from a year earlier in November 2019 due to an in...,positive,0.891869009
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker at close, gilts ease",1/13/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while gilt yields closed f...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker at close, gilts ease Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while gilt yields closed f...",negative,-0.995827496
"GMOA, other unions gone quiet as their political objectives were met - UNP",1/13/2020,Politics,The GMOA and other groups bitterly critical of the previous government are suspiciously quiet on the shortcomings of the...,"GMOA, other unions gone quiet as their political objectives were met - UNP The GMOA and other groups bitterly critical of the previous government are suspiciously quiet on the shortcomings of the...",negative,-0.999363482
"Sri Lanka sells 3-yr bond at 9.39-pct, 10-yr bond at 9.99-pct",1/13/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's debt office said it sold three year bonds at a weighted average yield rate of 9.39 percent and ten year bond...,"Sri Lanka sells 3-yr bond at 9.39-pct, 10-yr bond at 9.99-pct Sri Lanka's debt office said it sold three year bonds at a weighted average yield rate of 9.39 percent and ten year bond...",negative,-0.962878585
A Bodaragama made Sri Lanka Excise Commissioner General,1/13/2020,International news,"A Bodaragama, a career officer who had served 32 years in the department has been made Commissioner General of Excise, t...","A Bodaragama made Sri Lanka Excise Commissioner General A Bodaragama, a career officer who had served 32 years in the department has been made Commissioner General of Excise, t...",positive,0.988539755
Sri Lanka stocks slide 0.11pct at close,1/13/2020,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.11 percent lower on Monday, dragged down by Ceylinco Insurance and generated one billion in tu...","Sri Lanka stocks slide 0.11pct at close Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.11 percent lower on Monday, dragged down by Ceylinco Insurance and generated one billion in tu...",negative,-0.998904586
Manoratne's funeral on Wednesday,1/13/2020,Arts and Culture,Renowned thespian Dr Jayalath Manoratne's funeral will take place on Wednesday (15) at the Boralesgamuwa public cemetery...,Manoratne's funeral on Wednesday Renowned thespian Dr Jayalath Manoratne's funeral will take place on Wednesday (15) at the Boralesgamuwa public cemetery...,positive,0.973325551
"Maize 'mafia' squeezes Sri Lanka poultry farmers with import bans, duties",1/13/2020,Agriculture, A 'mafia' or oligarchy of maize collectors who have been pushing the government to restrict trade in the grain have bee...,"Maize 'mafia' squeezes Sri Lanka poultry farmers with import bans, duties  A 'mafia' or oligarchy of maize collectors who have been pushing the government to restrict trade in the grain have bee...",negative,-0.993678033
Azerbaijan tragedy: Remains of Lankan students to be repatriated,1/13/2020,Crime,Postmortems of the three Sri Lankan university students who died in a fire in Azerbaijan last Thursday have been complet...,Azerbaijan tragedy: Remains of Lankan students to be repatriated Postmortems of the three Sri Lankan university students who died in a fire in Azerbaijan last Thursday have been complet...,negative,-0.998993814
"Sri Lanka economy to grow 3.3-pct in 2020, face fiscal pressure: World Bank",1/13/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is projected to grow 3.3 percent in 2020 compared to an estimated 2.7 percent in 2019, while managing a tight ...","Sri Lanka economy to grow 3.3-pct in 2020, face fiscal pressure: World Bank Sri Lanka is projected to grow 3.3 percent in 2020 compared to an estimated 2.7 percent in 2019, while managing a tight ...",positive,0.708054543
Hamilton Canal to be redeveloped for tourism and commuting,1/13/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka Tourism will seek Dutch assistance in redeveloping the Hamilton Canal as a tourist attraction as well as a mod...,Hamilton Canal to be redeveloped for tourism and commuting Sri Lanka Tourism will seek Dutch assistance in redeveloping the Hamilton Canal as a tourist attraction as well as a mod...,negative,-0.942225039
Sri Lanka faces power cut risks by end March,1/13/2020,Consumer Affairs,Sri Lanka could face power cuts by March after a coal plant which was about to be built was cancelled under environmenta...,Sri Lanka faces power cut risks by end March Sri Lanka could face power cuts by March after a coal plant which was about to be built was cancelled under environmenta...,negative,-0.998261034
"Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, stocks gain",1/13/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.30/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bond yields rema...","Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, stocks gain Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.30/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bond yields rema...",negative,-0.959813416
Wood and paper production boom in November ahead of Christmas holidays,1/13/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's industrial production grew 1.3 percent in November 2019, compared from a year earlier, with a boom in wood a...","Wood and paper production boom in November ahead of Christmas holidays Sri Lanka's industrial production grew 1.3 percent in November 2019, compared from a year earlier, with a boom in wood a...",positive,0.993791401
Power cut risks in Sri Lanka by end March,1/13/2020,Uncategorized, Sri Lanka could face power cuts by March in the driest year of the years of the month after a coal plant which was abou...,Power cut risks in Sri Lanka by end March  Sri Lanka could face power cuts by March in the driest year of the years of the month after a coal plant which was abou...,negative,-0.996350884
US-China trade deal a mixed success for Trump,1/13/2020,International news,"President Donald Trump is set to sign a trade deal with China on Wednesday that he will trumpet as a major victory, but ...","US-China trade deal a mixed success for Trump President Donald Trump is set to sign a trade deal with China on Wednesday that he will trumpet as a major victory, but ...",positive,0.991911352
ETI Finance sale to Blue Summit to be probed by Sri Lanka Presidential Commission,1/13/2020,Legal,"Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed a commission to probe the sale of assets of ETI Finance Ltd, a tr...","ETI Finance sale to Blue Summit to be probed by Sri Lanka Presidential Commission Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed a commission to probe the sale of assets of ETI Finance Ltd, a tr...",negative,-0.640430748
Foreign investor holdings in Sri Lanka bonds slightly up,1/13/2020,Bonds & Forex, Foreign investor holdings of Sri Lanka rupee bonds grew by about 1.5 billion rupees to 105.52 billion rupees on January...,Foreign investor holdings in Sri Lanka bonds slightly up  Foreign investor holdings of Sri Lanka rupee bonds grew by about 1.5 billion rupees to 105.52 billion rupees on January...,negative,-0.821677566
Russian and US envoys arrive in Colombo Monday,1/12/2020,Human Rights,"Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov arrives here tomorrow Jan 13, for a two-day visit during which time he is sche...","Russian and US envoys arrive in Colombo Monday Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov arrives here tomorrow Jan 13, for a two-day visit during which time he is sche...",negative,-0.987158
"Singapore liberalizes, setting stage for digital banking battle",1/12/2020,Banking,Singapore is opening up its banking industry to digital lenders in a reform that could shake up the sector across Southe...,"Singapore liberalizes, setting stage for digital banking battle Singapore is opening up its banking industry to digital lenders in a reform that could shake up the sector across Southe...",positive,0.995283663
Iran's 'catastrophic mistake' in shooting down airliner,1/12/2020,International news," When a Boeing passenger jet crashed in Iran early on January 8, speculation immediately swirled that the only plausible...","Iran's 'catastrophic mistake' in shooting down airliner  When a Boeing passenger jet crashed in Iran early on January 8, speculation immediately swirled that the only plausible...",negative,-0.998059928
Sri Lanka ends 2019 with US$7.6bn in forex reserves,1/12/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has ended 2019 with 7,638 million US dollars of forex reserves in December 2019 below initial targets, despite...","Sri Lanka ends 2019 with US$7.6bn in forex reserves Sri Lanka has ended 2019 with 7,638 million US dollars of forex reserves in December 2019 below initial targets, despite...",negative,-0.986673594
Three Sri Lankan students die in Azerbaijan,1/11/2020,Political News,"Three Sri Lankan students had died in a fire in Azerbaijan on January 09, and arrangements are being made to repatriate ...","Three Sri Lankan students die in Azerbaijan Three Sri Lankan students had died in a fire in Azerbaijan on January 09, and arrangements are being made to repatriate ...",negative,-0.994569838
Tax-payer funded undergraduates in Sri Lanka demand more cash,1/11/2020,Economy,Undergraduates studying for a free degree at tax payer funded state universities have demanded more a more spending mone...,Tax-payer funded undergraduates in Sri Lanka demand more cash Undergraduates studying for a free degree at tax payer funded state universities have demanded more a more spending mone...,negative,-0.99777019
'Damning' Boeing emails say 737 MAX was 'designed by clowns',1/11/2020,Aviation,"Boeing employees bantered about whether the 737 MAX was safe to fly and joked that the aircraft was ""designed by clowns ...","'Damning' Boeing emails say 737 MAX was 'designed by clowns' Boeing employees bantered about whether the 737 MAX was safe to fly and joked that the aircraft was ""designed by clowns ...",negative,-0.999584973
Sri Lanka partly clears importer arrears to ease fertilizer shortage,1/11/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka has paid some of the debt owed to importers for fertilizer subsidies in a bid to bring in more supplies and ea...,Sri Lanka partly clears importer arrears to ease fertilizer shortage Sri Lanka has paid some of the debt owed to importers for fertilizer subsidies in a bid to bring in more supplies and ea...,negative,-0.981268346
Leadership struggle of Sri Lanka's UNP put off till next week,1/10/2020,Political News,The struggle to select a leader for the United National Party was put off for next week but here was strong support for ...,Leadership struggle of Sri Lanka's UNP put off till next week The struggle to select a leader for the United National Party was put off for next week but here was strong support for ...,positive,0.989278078
Sri Lanka cabinet clears changes to tax laws,1/10/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka' cabinet of ministers had cleared changes to tax laws to give effect to taxes that were slashed by the new adm...,Sri Lanka cabinet clears changes to tax laws Sri Lanka' cabinet of ministers had cleared changes to tax laws to give effect to taxes that were slashed by the new adm...,negative,-0.973348796
Australian animals face extinction threat as bushfire toll mounts,1/10/2020,International news,When volunteer Sarah Price found a baby kangaroo frightened but miraculously alive in the pouch of its dying mother surr...,Australian animals face extinction threat as bushfire toll mounts When volunteer Sarah Price found a baby kangaroo frightened but miraculously alive in the pouch of its dying mother surr...,positive,0.977366447
Sri Lanka may dump competitive bidding for renewable plants,1/10/2020,Energy,Sri Lanka's Power Minister Mahinda Amaraweera has asked for fixed prices to be set for renewable energy abandoning the c...,Sri Lanka may dump competitive bidding for renewable plants Sri Lanka's Power Minister Mahinda Amaraweera has asked for fixed prices to be set for renewable energy abandoning the c...,negative,-0.999290705
"Interest write-offs, central bank guaranteed loans for Sri Lanka troubled SMEs",1/9/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's distressed small and medium enterprises with get interest write-offs and new working capital guaranteed by t...,"Interest write-offs, central bank guaranteed loans for Sri Lanka troubled SMEs Sri Lanka's distressed small and medium enterprises with get interest write-offs and new working capital guaranteed by t...",negative,-0.924355328
"Majority of students believe sex education inadequate, study says",1/9/2020,Education,"A majority of Sri Lankan students believe sex education at the school level is inadequate, according to a study conducte...","Majority of students believe sex education inadequate, study says A majority of Sri Lankan students believe sex education at the school level is inadequate, according to a study conducte...",negative,-0.999335706
CJ should investigate politically influenced verdicts - Keheliya,1/9/2020,Politics,"The Chief Justice should conduct an independent investigation on politically influenced verdicts, Co-Government Spokesma...","CJ should investigate politically influenced verdicts - Keheliya The Chief Justice should conduct an independent investigation on politically influenced verdicts, Co-Government Spokesma...",positive,0.587531686
"Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger, gilts ease",1/9/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields ease...","Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger, gilts ease Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields ease...",positive,0.997672975
Sri Lanka approves US$500mn Shang Properties development: Minister,1/9/2020,Business,Sri Lanka has approved a 500 million US dollar mixed development project on state land in the capital Colombo which is t...,Sri Lanka approves US$500mn Shang Properties development: Minister Sri Lanka has approved a 500 million US dollar mixed development project on state land in the capital Colombo which is t...,negative,-0.98977977
"Sri Lanka stocks gain, records 11-year high in turnover",1/9/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.50 percent higher on Thursday, pushed by LOLC and generated a 23.6 billion market turnover on ...","Sri Lanka stocks gain, records 11-year high in turnover Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.50 percent higher on Thursday, pushed by LOLC and generated a 23.6 billion market turnover on ...",positive,0.972129464
"Development Task Force on the way with 100,000 jobs as promised - Bandula",1/9/2020,Politics,"The Cabinet has approved a proposed mechanism for a Multi-Purpose Development Task Force aimed at providing 100,000 jobs...","Development Task Force on the way with 100,000 jobs as promised - Bandula The Cabinet has approved a proposed mechanism for a Multi-Purpose Development Task Force aimed at providing 100,000 jobs...",positive,0.697570026
"JVP asks President to abolish SOFA, ACSA as tensions rise in Middle East",1/9/2020,International Relations,The JVP formally requested President Gotabaya Rajapaksa today to abolish the SOFA and ACSA pacts entered into with the U...,"JVP asks President to abolish SOFA, ACSA as tensions rise in Middle East The JVP formally requested President Gotabaya Rajapaksa today to abolish the SOFA and ACSA pacts entered into with the U...",negative,-0.978031933
ADB plans $100mn investment in Sri Lankan SME credit guarantee firm,1/9/2020,Finance,The Asian Development Bank (ADB) said it will in February review a proposal to invest 100 million US dollars in a credit...,ADB plans $100mn investment in Sri Lankan SME credit guarantee firm The Asian Development Bank (ADB) said it will in February review a proposal to invest 100 million US dollars in a credit...,negative,-0.877083004
"S'pore Law & Home Affairs Minister calls on Prez, discusses cyber security, hate speech laws",1/9/2020,International Relations,Visiting Singapore Law & Home Affairs Minister Kasiviswanathan Shanmugam met President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the Preside...,"S'pore Law & Home Affairs Minister calls on Prez, discusses cyber security, hate speech laws Visiting Singapore Law & Home Affairs Minister Kasiviswanathan Shanmugam met President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the Preside...",positive,0.921297193
Sri Lanka hires Rohde Nielsen to nourish tourist beaches,1/9/2020,Business,Sri Lanka has hired Rohde Nielsen A/S of Denmark to nourish two beach stretches subject to severe erosion which is impor...,Sri Lanka hires Rohde Nielsen to nourish tourist beaches Sri Lanka has hired Rohde Nielsen A/S of Denmark to nourish two beach stretches subject to severe erosion which is impor...,negative,-0.993465006
Thousands lose jobs due to political revenge campaign - Opp. Leader,1/9/2020,Politics,Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday sought clarification on thousands of alleged dismissals in the state sector...,Thousands lose jobs due to political revenge campaign - Opp. Leader Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday sought clarification on thousands of alleged dismissals in the state sector...,negative,-0.998936117
Eran demands release of bond scam forensic audit report,1/9/2020,Corruption,United National Party (UNP) MP Eran Wickramaratne demanded yesterday that the forensic audit report on the alleged bond ...,Eran demands release of bond scam forensic audit report United National Party (UNP) MP Eran Wickramaratne demanded yesterday that the forensic audit report on the alleged bond ...,negative,-0.9946208
Citi fund buys stake in Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings from Malaysia's Khazanah,1/9/2020,Markets,Malaysia's sovereign wealth fund Khazanah Nasional Berhad has sold its entire shareholding in Sri Lanka's John Keells Ho...,Citi fund buys stake in Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings from Malaysia's Khazanah Malaysia's sovereign wealth fund Khazanah Nasional Berhad has sold its entire shareholding in Sri Lanka's John Keells Ho...,negative,-0.986447811
"Sri Lanka to give grants to build 14,000 houses for poor",1/9/2020,Construction and Real Estate,"Sri Lanka will give a grant of 600,000 rupees for 14,000 very poor families to build and repair houses, cabinet spokesma...","Sri Lanka to give grants to build 14,000 houses for poor Sri Lanka will give a grant of 600,000 rupees for 14,000 very poor families to build and repair houses, cabinet spokesma...",negative,-0.790564775
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks gain",1/9/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 181.45/55 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields ...","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks gain Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 181.45/55 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields ...",positive,0.840605378
Sri Lanka allows voluntary registration for VAT,1/9/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is allowing voluntary re-registration for companies who were dropped from the value added tax net, the Departm...","Sri Lanka allows voluntary registration for VAT Sri Lanka is allowing voluntary re-registration for companies who were dropped from the value added tax net, the Departm...",negative,-0.951883137
"Oil down, stocks up as worries over US-Iran clash ebb",1/9/2020,International news,"Global oil prices plunged Wednesday, totally reversing an earlier brief spike that followed Iranian missile attacks on U...","Oil down, stocks up as worries over US-Iran clash ebb Global oil prices plunged Wednesday, totally reversing an earlier brief spike that followed Iranian missile attacks on U...",negative,-0.994775414
Trump pulls back from war with Iran,1/9/2020,International news,"President Donald Trump pulled back from the brink of war with Iran on Wednesday, saying that Tehran appeared to be ""stan...","Trump pulls back from war with Iran President Donald Trump pulled back from the brink of war with Iran on Wednesday, saying that Tehran appeared to be ""stan...",negative,-0.918252647
Sri Lanka passport ranked among bottom 10-pct of the world,1/9/2020,Political News,"Sri Lanka's passport has been ranked 97 among 200 countries and territories in a global index of travel freedoms, droppi...","Sri Lanka passport ranked among bottom 10-pct of the world Sri Lanka's passport has been ranked 97 among 200 countries and territories in a global index of travel freedoms, droppi...",negative,-0.998061717
Sri Lanka central bank to develop a cost-based rate to price loans,1/8/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's central bank said it was developing a cost based benchmark interest rate to price loans, hoping unusually th...","Sri Lanka central bank to develop a cost-based rate to price loans Sri Lanka's central bank said it was developing a cost based benchmark interest rate to price loans, hoping unusually th...",negative,-0.959288776
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields fall",1/8/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.70/80 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields eased...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields fall Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.70/80 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields eased...",negative,-0.997125447
President orders quick construction permits,1/8/2020,Economy,"President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has asked agencies involved in approving construction permits to speed up their processes, ...","President orders quick construction permits President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has asked agencies involved in approving construction permits to speed up their processes, ...",positive,0.961364806
Regulations delay Sri Lanka fintech innovations at Dialog Finance,1/8/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's Dialog Finance Plc said that it could not invest the money raised in two rights issues in the planned fintec...,Regulations delay Sri Lanka fintech innovations at Dialog Finance Sri Lanka's Dialog Finance Plc said that it could not invest the money raised in two rights issues in the planned fintec...,negative,-0.999321818
"Sri Lanka stocks plunge 2-pct, dives below 6,000",1/8/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks plunged 2.11 percent, diving 127.25 points below the psychological 6,600 points in the worst day since ...","Sri Lanka stocks plunge 2-pct, dives below 6,000 Sri Lanka stocks plunged 2.11 percent, diving 127.25 points below the psychological 6,600 points in the worst day since ...",negative,-0.999186575
Couldn't provide promised relief as vote on accounts limits govt expenditure-Dinesh,1/8/2020,Economy,Minister Dinesh Gunawardena said the govt has been unable to provide economic relief to  as the vote on account has limi...,Couldn't provide promised relief as vote on accounts limits govt expenditure-Dinesh Minister Dinesh Gunawardena said the govt has been unable to provide economic relief to  as the vote on account has limi...,negative,-0.999609649
UNP will hold disciplinary inquiry on Ranjan's leaked calls – Akila Viraj,1/8/2020,Politics,A disciplinary inquiry will be held against UNP MP Ranjan Ramanayake over the controversial telephone conversations leak...,UNP will hold disciplinary inquiry on Ranjan's leaked calls – Akila Viraj A disciplinary inquiry will be held against UNP MP Ranjan Ramanayake over the controversial telephone conversations leak...,negative,-0.981982589
Sri Lanka President orders quick construction permits,1/8/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has asked agencies involved in approving construction permits to speed up their...,Sri Lanka President orders quick construction permits Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has asked agencies involved in approving construction permits to speed up their...,positive,0.765526354
Avirate fashion of Sri Lanka to continue global expansions in tie-up with Expolanka,1/8/2020,Apparel,"Avirate, a Sri Lanka-based fashion label, said it will continue global expansions after signing a supply chain improveme...","Avirate fashion of Sri Lanka to continue global expansions in tie-up with Expolanka Avirate, a Sri Lanka-based fashion label, said it will continue global expansions after signing a supply chain improveme...",positive,0.996693373
"SriLankan alters flight routes to avoid Iran, Iraq airspace",1/8/2020,Security,National carrier SriLankan Airlines has altered its Colombo-London-Colombo flight route in view of raised tensions in th...,"SriLankan alters flight routes to avoid Iran, Iraq airspace National carrier SriLankan Airlines has altered its Colombo-London-Colombo flight route in view of raised tensions in th...",negative,-0.995579064
Foreign Minister to fly to India tomorrow,1/8/2020,International Relations,Minister of Foreign Relations Dinesh Gunawardena will take wing for India tomorrow for an official two-day visit.,Foreign Minister to fly to India tomorrow Minister of Foreign Relations Dinesh Gunawardena will take wing for India tomorrow for an official two-day visit.,positive,0.99849391
SriLankan re-routes flights to avoid Iran,1/8/2020,Aviation,"State-run SriLankan Airlines said it was re-routing flights to London to avoid Iran, as a conflict escalation in the reg...","SriLankan re-routes flights to avoid Iran State-run SriLankan Airlines said it was re-routing flights to London to avoid Iran, as a conflict escalation in the reg...",negative,-0.999332368
Improved services at Werahera DMV since President's surprise visit - Transport Minister,1/8/2020,Consumer Affairs,"Services at the Werahera Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) have improved since the President's recent visit, Transport ...","Improved services at Werahera DMV since President's surprise visit - Transport Minister Services at the Werahera Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) have improved since the President's recent visit, Transport ...",positive,0.998852372
Oil spikes after Iran attacks US forces,1/8/2020,International news,"The price of oil spiked Wednesday after Iran launched revenge attacks on US forces in Iraq, making good on its pledge to...","Oil spikes after Iran attacks US forces The price of oil spiked Wednesday after Iran launched revenge attacks on US forces in Iraq, making good on its pledge to...",positive,0.958913088
Iran fires missiles at US troop bases in Iraq,1/8/2020,International news,"Iran fired missiles Wednesday at Iraqi bases housing the US military, officials in Washington and Tehran said, in the fi...","Iran fires missiles at US troop bases in Iraq Iran fired missiles Wednesday at Iraqi bases housing the US military, officials in Washington and Tehran said, in the fi...",negative,-0.960792899
"Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, stocks slide",1/8/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.25/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields r...","Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, stocks slide Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.25/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields r...",negative,-0.948155761
Sri Lanka to tighten forex laws to monitor cross-border transactions,1/8/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka is change the country foreign exchange law to closely monitor cross-border forex flows and possession and deal...,Sri Lanka to tighten forex laws to monitor cross-border transactions Sri Lanka is change the country foreign exchange law to closely monitor cross-border forex flows and possession and deal...,negative,-0.963858485
"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields edge up, more bids accepted at higher yields",1/8/2020,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields edged up at the weekly auction where more bids than offered at the longest term, where the...","Sri Lanka Treasuries yields edge up, more bids accepted at higher yields Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields edged up at the weekly auction where more bids than offered at the longest term, where the...",negative,-0.919419408
Stage being set to release Duminda - Hirunika,1/7/2020,Politics,"The stage is being set for incarcerated businessman-turned politician Duminda Silva to be set free, UNP MP Hirunika Prem...","Stage being set to release Duminda - Hirunika The stage is being set for incarcerated businessman-turned politician Duminda Silva to be set free, UNP MP Hirunika Prem...",negative,-0.993622005
EU asked by President to invest in Sri Lanka to balance 'regional hegemony',1/7/2020,Political News, Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has asked the European Union to look positively and invest in the island and c...,EU asked by President to invest in Sri Lanka to balance 'regional hegemony'  Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has asked the European Union to look positively and invest in the island and c...,positive,0.990035117
Shani Abeysekera interdicted,1/7/2020,Politics,"Former CID Director Shani Abeysekera was interdicted effective immediately, police said.","Shani Abeysekera interdicted Former CID Director Shani Abeysekera was interdicted effective immediately, police said.",positive,0.975420654
AG requests Speaker not to release bond scam forensic report,1/7/2020,Corruption,The Attorney General has requested Speaker Karu Jayasuriya not to release the forensic audit report on the alleged Centr...,AG requests Speaker not to release bond scam forensic report The Attorney General has requested Speaker Karu Jayasuriya not to release the forensic audit report on the alleged Centr...,negative,-0.991964221
"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, gilt yields edge up",1/7/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.25/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields were ...","Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, gilt yields edge up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.25/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields were ...",positive,0.989897013
"Ex-President Sirisena's brother steps down as Chairman, Sri Lanka Telecom",1/7/2020,Markets,"Sri Lankan ex-President Maithripala Sirisena's brother, P.G. Kumarasinghe Sirisena stepped down as the Executive Directo...","Ex-President Sirisena's brother steps down as Chairman, Sri Lanka Telecom Sri Lankan ex-President Maithripala Sirisena's brother, P.G. Kumarasinghe Sirisena stepped down as the Executive Directo...",negative,-0.993801892
Sumathipala can be tried in court based on ICC anti-corruption report - Harin,1/7/2020,Corruption,"MP Thilanga Sumpathipala can be tired in court based on the ICC's findings against him, Former Sports Minister Harin Fer...","Sumathipala can be tried in court based on ICC anti-corruption report - Harin MP Thilanga Sumpathipala can be tired in court based on the ICC's findings against him, Former Sports Minister Harin Fer...",negative,-0.996868312
Cinnamon FOT Summit keynote speaker Richard Quest features Sri Lanka on CNN Business Traveller,1/7/2020,Business,CNN's foremost international business correspondent and presenter Richard Quest will feature Sri Lanka in the newest edi...,Cinnamon FOT Summit keynote speaker Richard Quest features Sri Lanka on CNN Business Traveller CNN's foremost international business correspondent and presenter Richard Quest will feature Sri Lanka in the newest edi...,positive,0.998647511
"Sri Lanka stocks fall, selling in LOLC, banks",1/7/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks fell 0.72 percent on Tuesday, extending a two-day retreat with selling in banking and finance stock...","Sri Lanka stocks fall, selling in LOLC, banks Sri Lanka’s stocks fell 0.72 percent on Tuesday, extending a two-day retreat with selling in banking and finance stock...",negative,-0.999134243
Transport regulator to expand into restaurants,1/7/2020,Economy,"The National Transport Commission, which issues route licenses to buses, will set up and regulate network of roadside re...","Transport regulator to expand into restaurants The National Transport Commission, which issues route licenses to buses, will set up and regulate network of roadside re...",negative,-0.951272607
CeyEndurance triathlons to boost Sri Lanka's sports tourism,1/7/2020,Business,"CeyEndurance, a new Sri Lankan triathlon series, is expecting to fill the gap left by the popular global IRONMAN series ...","CeyEndurance triathlons to boost Sri Lanka's sports tourism CeyEndurance, a new Sri Lankan triathlon series, is expecting to fill the gap left by the popular global IRONMAN series ...",negative,-0.961492121
Sri Lanka deeply concerned over Middle East tensions,1/7/2020,International Relations,Sri Lanka has expressed concern over what it called growing tensions in the Middle East following the assassination of I...,Sri Lanka deeply concerned over Middle East tensions Sri Lanka has expressed concern over what it called growing tensions in the Middle East following the assassination of I...,positive,0.980109572
136 visa overstayers busted,1/7/2020,Crime,"In an islandwide search operation that began Sunday night, the police arrested 136 foreign nationals for overstaying the...","136 visa overstayers busted In an islandwide search operation that began Sunday night, the police arrested 136 foreign nationals for overstaying the...",negative,-0.981469929
Jude Nilukshan appointed Director General of Sri Lanka's National Budget,1/7/2020,Culture,"Jude Nilukshan has been appointed the Director General of the National Budget Department, a statement from Sri Lanka's T...","Jude Nilukshan appointed Director General of Sri Lanka's National Budget Jude Nilukshan has been appointed the Director General of the National Budget Department, a statement from Sri Lanka's T...",positive,0.993659556
"NPP questions AG Dept appointment, raises concerns over recent arrests",1/7/2020,Politics,The JVP-led National People's Power raised concerns yesterday over a recent AG Department appointment as well as high pr...,"NPP questions AG Dept appointment, raises concerns over recent arrests The JVP-led National People's Power raised concerns yesterday over a recent AG Department appointment as well as high pr...",negative,-0.96850431
Sri Lanka's transport regulator to expand into restaurants,1/7/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's National Transport Commission, which issues route licenses to buses, will set up and regulate network of roa...","Sri Lanka's transport regulator to expand into restaurants Sri Lanka's National Transport Commission, which issues route licenses to buses, will set up and regulate network of roa...",negative,-0.800518274
"Badulla bus accident kills 8, injures 40",1/7/2020,Accident,An accident in Badulla killed eight people and injured 40 yesterday when an SLTB bus fell a precipice on the Passara–M...,"Badulla bus accident kills 8, injures 40 An accident in Badulla killed eight people and injured 40 yesterday when an SLTB bus fell a precipice on the Passara–M...",negative,-0.997555614
"Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, stocks gain on LOLC Holdings",1/7/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.30/50 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields rem...","Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, stocks gain on LOLC Holdings Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.30/50 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields rem...",negative,-0.981622815
Flexible inflation targeting subject to debate: Sri Lanka CB Governor,1/7/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka will improve its policy framework for monetary stability with the 'flexible' inflation targeting that is being...,Flexible inflation targeting subject to debate: Sri Lanka CB Governor Sri Lanka will improve its policy framework for monetary stability with the 'flexible' inflation targeting that is being...,positive,0.961103678
Sri Lanka unemployment rises past 5-pct to 4-yr high in 3Q19 amid slow growth,1/7/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's unemployment continued to rise, reaching 5.1 percent amid a slowdown in growth in the September quarter of 2...","Sri Lanka unemployment rises past 5-pct to 4-yr high in 3Q19 amid slow growth Sri Lanka's unemployment continued to rise, reaching 5.1 percent amid a slowdown in growth in the September quarter of 2...",negative,-0.997078419
"Sri Lanka bans maize and groundnut imports to protect farmers, trial new investments",1/6/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka will ban maize and groundnut imports after January 15, in an attempt to protect local farmers who are benefiti...","Sri Lanka bans maize and groundnut imports to protect farmers, trial new investments Sri Lanka will ban maize and groundnut imports after January 15, in an attempt to protect local farmers who are benefiti...",negative,-0.991456211
Sri Lanka to scrap specialized banking license,1/6/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka will scrap the specialized banking license in 2021 under a new law, converting all banks to a commercial licen...","Sri Lanka to scrap specialized banking license Sri Lanka will scrap the specialized banking license in 2021 under a new law, converting all banks to a commercial licen...",negative,-0.995264411
Sri Lanka banks not taking enough risks; should finance startups: CB Governor,1/6/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's new Central Bank Governor W D Lakshman said banks should drop a 'risk averse' mindset and finance startups a...,Sri Lanka banks not taking enough risks; should finance startups: CB Governor Sri Lanka's new Central Bank Governor W D Lakshman said banks should drop a 'risk averse' mindset and finance startups a...,negative,-0.999060094
Sri Lanka's LOLC inks deal to sell Cambodian unit to Korea's Kookmin,1/6/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's LOLC Holdings said it has signed two agreements to sell its Cambodian sub-subsidiary Prasac to Korea's Kookm...,Sri Lanka's LOLC inks deal to sell Cambodian unit to Korea's Kookmin Sri Lanka's LOLC Holdings said it has signed two agreements to sell its Cambodian sub-subsidiary Prasac to Korea's Kookm...,negative,-0.970153987
"Sri Lanka tourist arrivals down 18-pct in 2019, near-full  recovery in December",1/6/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals in 2019 fell 18 percent from a year earlier to 1.9 million persons, following the Easter Su...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals down 18-pct in 2019, near-full  recovery in December Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals in 2019 fell 18 percent from a year earlier to 1.9 million persons, following the Easter Su...",negative,-0.996995687
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields gain",1/6/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bond yields up margi...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields gain Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bond yields up margi...",negative,-0.994780958
Activists demand  activation of National Child Protection Policy,1/6/2020,Human Rights,"‘Stop Child Cruelty,’ a civil society organization committed for protection of children’ rights today (06) engaged...","Activists demand  activation of National Child Protection Policy ‘Stop Child Cruelty,’ a civil society organization committed for protection of children’ rights today (06) engaged...",positive,0.987422943
Medical exams for drivers; government will decentralise the operation,1/6/2020,Consumer Affairs,The National  Medical Transport Institute has decided to set up 3 new regional units make it easy for applicants for dri...,Medical exams for drivers; government will decentralise the operation The National  Medical Transport Institute has decided to set up 3 new regional units make it easy for applicants for dri...,negative,-0.983821273
Sri Lanka to deploy military as loosening transport permits triggers illegal sand mining,1/6/2020,Construction and Real Estate,"Sri Lanka's decision to liberalize the permits to transport of sand, granite and soil is being abused, with complaints o...","Sri Lanka to deploy military as loosening transport permits triggers illegal sand mining Sri Lanka's decision to liberalize the permits to transport of sand, granite and soil is being abused, with complaints o...",negative,-0.997416735
Russian FM Lavrov here next week,1/6/2020,International Relations,Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Sergey Lavrov will be in Sri Lanka on an official two-day visit on...,Russian FM Lavrov here next week Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Sergey Lavrov will be in Sri Lanka on an official two-day visit on...,positive,0.992560029
Sri Lanka stocks fall on John Keells Holdings,1/6/2020,Stocks & Companies,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.73 percent lower on Monday, dragged down by John Keells Holdings, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks fall on John Keells Holdings Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.73 percent lower on Monday, dragged down by John Keells Holdings, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.99951458
Opposition will support beneficial Constitutional changes - Harshana,1/6/2020,Politics,UNP Parliamentarian Harshana Rajakaruna says that neither the government nor the opposition should get a two-thirds majo...,Opposition will support beneficial Constitutional changes - Harshana UNP Parliamentarian Harshana Rajakaruna says that neither the government nor the opposition should get a two-thirds majo...,negative,-0.99606812
Sri Lanka private credit to grow 12-13-pct in 2020: CB Governor,1/6/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's private credit will expand 12-13 percent in 2020, helped by lower interest rates, Central Bank Governor W D ...","Sri Lanka private credit to grow 12-13-pct in 2020: CB Governor Sri Lanka's private credit will expand 12-13 percent in 2020, helped by lower interest rates, Central Bank Governor W D ...",positive,0.992373884
Perpetual Treasuries suspension extended for 6-months: central bank,1/6/2020,Finance,The Central Bank of Sri Lanka said the monetary board has extended the suspention of activities of Perpetual Treasuries ...,Perpetual Treasuries suspension extended for 6-months: central bank The Central Bank of Sri Lanka said the monetary board has extended the suspention of activities of Perpetual Treasuries ...,negative,-0.979496658
Contradictory statements by police and govt over Ranjan's arrest,1/6/2020,Politics,The Police and the government had made contradictory statements about the arrest of UNP parliamentarian Ranjan Ramanayak...,Contradictory statements by police and govt over Ranjan's arrest The Police and the government had made contradictory statements about the arrest of UNP parliamentarian Ranjan Ramanayak...,negative,-0.994330287
"Sri Lanka new banking act in 2021, regulations for banks in Chinese port city",1/6/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka will enact a new Banking Act in 2021, which will include the merging of banking licenses and regulation of ban...","Sri Lanka new banking act in 2021, regulations for banks in Chinese port city Sri Lanka will enact a new Banking Act in 2021, which will include the merging of banking licenses and regulation of ban...",positive,0.918545127
"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, stocks fall",1/6/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.25/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bond yields open...","Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, stocks fall Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.25/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bond yields open...",positive,0.726025939
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 90-pct over quarter,1/6/2020,Commodities,"Sri Lanka raw coconut prices grew 2.97 percent to 42,392 rupees for 1000 nuts at an auction in Colombo on January 02, 20...","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 90-pct over quarter Sri Lanka raw coconut prices grew 2.97 percent to 42,392 rupees for 1000 nuts at an auction in Colombo on January 02, 20...",negative,-0.968739092
Keells Food Products cooks up new food trend in Sri Lanka with Ezy Rice,1/6/2020,Business,"Keells Food Products Plc (KFP), a unit of Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings, is expecting its 'Krest Ezy Rice' branded pr...","Keells Food Products cooks up new food trend in Sri Lanka with Ezy Rice Keells Food Products Plc (KFP), a unit of Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings, is expecting its 'Krest Ezy Rice' branded pr...",negative,-0.992882252
Sri Lanka universities to be given more freedom to change syllabi,1/5/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's universities should be given the freedom to change their curriculum to the needs of the country, as some of ...","Sri Lanka universities to be given more freedom to change syllabi Sri Lanka's universities should be given the freedom to change their curriculum to the needs of the country, as some of ...",positive,0.99544251
Sri Lanka's Dialog says giving unlimited youtube data for US$1.7 a month,1/5/2020,ICT,"Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiat Plc said it is giving unlimited data to view youtube.com, for 249 rupees (1.7 US dollars) a mon...","Sri Lanka's Dialog says giving unlimited youtube data for US$1.7 a month Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiat Plc said it is giving unlimited data to view youtube.com, for 249 rupees (1.7 US dollars) a mon...",negative,-0.97923559
Sri Lanka opposition MP cries foul over gun arrest,1/5/2020,Political News,"Sri Lankan police on Saturday arrested an opposition legislator over an alleged gun offence, but the outspoken MP claime...","Sri Lanka opposition MP cries foul over gun arrest Sri Lankan police on Saturday arrested an opposition legislator over an alleged gun offence, but the outspoken MP claime...",negative,-0.991247475
Police raid Ranjan Ramanayake's home,1/4/2020,Law and Order,A Police posse from the Nugegoda Police raided the official quarters of United  National Party Member of Parliament this...,Police raid Ranjan Ramanayake's home A Police posse from the Nugegoda Police raided the official quarters of United  National Party Member of Parliament this...,negative,-0.991849661
"Sri Lanka mandates fat, salt, sugar labels in foods",1/4/2020,Business,Sri Lanka will mandate the labeling of salt and fat and in foods after a similar rules were imposed on sugar content in ...,"Sri Lanka mandates fat, salt, sugar labels in foods Sri Lanka will mandate the labeling of salt and fat and in foods after a similar rules were imposed on sugar content in ...",negative,-0.984571218
"Sri Lanka tile, brick, gem, carpentry industry blocked by 'un-necessary' regulations: President",1/4/2020,Business,Several traditional industries and crafts in Sri Lanka which use mined natural resources and timber are constrained by '...,"Sri Lanka tile, brick, gem, carpentry industry blocked by 'un-necessary' regulations: President Several traditional industries and crafts in Sri Lanka which use mined natural resources and timber are constrained by '...",negative,-0.998941958
Foreigners sell Sri Lanka rupee bonds,1/3/2020,Bonds & Forex,Foreign holdings in Treasury Bills and Bonds fell marginally in the week ended January 01 to 104 billion rupees from 104...,Foreigners sell Sri Lanka rupee bonds Foreign holdings in Treasury Bills and Bonds fell marginally in the week ended January 01 to 104 billion rupees from 104...,negative,-0.998106241
"Sri Lanka rupee ends first-week firmer, gilts steady",1/3/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed marginally stronger at 181.25/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yi...","Sri Lanka rupee ends first-week firmer, gilts steady Sri Lanka’s rupee closed marginally stronger at 181.25/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yi...",negative,-0.535247624
Private Member's Bill seeks to free Muslim women from Child-Marriage,1/3/2020,Women's Rights,Muslim women’s rights activists say that the private member’s Bills drafted by MP Thusitha Wijemanna which seeks to ...,Private Member's Bill seeks to free Muslim women from Child-Marriage Muslim women’s rights activists say that the private member’s Bills drafted by MP Thusitha Wijemanna which seeks to ...,negative,-0.981535554
Army to investigate illegal sand mining,1/3/2020,Crime,The Cabinet has approved a proposal by Environment Minister S M Chandrasena to investigate complaints of illegal sand mi...,Army to investigate illegal sand mining The Cabinet has approved a proposal by Environment Minister S M Chandrasena to investigate complaints of illegal sand mi...,positive,0.951158226
6.9 million consented to sing the national anthem in Sinhala only - Bandula,1/3/2020,Politics,The Govt defended a decision today to have the national anthem sung in Sinhala only at the upcoming Independence Day cel...,6.9 million consented to sing the national anthem in Sinhala only - Bandula The Govt defended a decision today to have the national anthem sung in Sinhala only at the upcoming Independence Day cel...,negative,-0.966391623
Sri Lanka eyes 10-fold growth in prawn exports by 2022,1/3/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's seafood exporters are targeting 200 million US dollars in sales from newly farmed king prawns within three y...,Sri Lanka eyes 10-fold growth in prawn exports by 2022 Sri Lanka's seafood exporters are targeting 200 million US dollars in sales from newly farmed king prawns within three y...,negative,-0.62122345
Dialog Axiata pushes stocks up 0.05-pct on second-day trade of 2020,1/3/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.05 percent higher on Friday, ending a two-day retreat, pushed up by the telco Dialog Axiata,...","Dialog Axiata pushes stocks up 0.05-pct on second-day trade of 2020 Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.05 percent higher on Friday, ending a two-day retreat, pushed up by the telco Dialog Axiata,...",negative,-0.996723115
Leopard shot and killed near Udawalawe National Park,1/3/2020,Animal Rights,A full-grown male leopard was shot and killed near the Udawalawe National park last Tuesday (31).,Leopard shot and killed near Udawalawe National Park A full-grown male leopard was shot and killed near the Udawalawe National park last Tuesday (31).,negative,-0.968549609
President sends out strong message in first address to P'ment,1/3/2020,Politics,"In his first-ever address to Parliament, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa sent out a strong message to all parties represent...","President sends out strong message in first address to P'ment In his first-ever address to Parliament, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa sent out a strong message to all parties represent...",positive,0.999195993
Cabinet appoints a committee to probe allegations of political victimisation,1/3/2020,Politics,"Cabinet of Ministers has decided to appoint a special committee to investigate, report and make recommendations for lega...","Cabinet appoints a committee to probe allegations of political victimisation Cabinet of Ministers has decided to appoint a special committee to investigate, report and make recommendations for lega...",negative,-0.856242895
Four killed in Sri Lanka military plane crash,1/3/2020,Aviation,"A Sri Lankan air force plane crashed in a tea-growing mountainous region Friday, killing the four crew on board, a milit...","Four killed in Sri Lanka military plane crash A Sri Lankan air force plane crashed in a tea-growing mountainous region Friday, killing the four crew on board, a milit...",negative,-0.998110294
MAGA Engineering wins Rs4.2bn Western Province road contract,1/3/2020,Construction and Real Estate,Sri Lanka's MAGA Engineering (Pvt) Ltd has won a 4.2 billion rupee international tender to develop the roads from Kirula...,MAGA Engineering wins Rs4.2bn Western Province road contract Sri Lanka's MAGA Engineering (Pvt) Ltd has won a 4.2 billion rupee international tender to develop the roads from Kirula...,positive,0.985630929
Sri Lanka should change constitution for strong government: President,1/3/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka should change the constitution and overhaul proportional representation elections to giver stronger powers to ...,Sri Lanka should change constitution for strong government: President Sri Lanka should change the constitution and overhaul proportional representation elections to giver stronger powers to ...,negative,-0.981527805
Sri Lanka businesses should bring down prices after tax cut: President,1/3/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's businesses should bring down prices after tax cuts were made by the government President Gotabaya Rajapaksa ...,Sri Lanka businesses should bring down prices after tax cut: President Sri Lanka's businesses should bring down prices after tax cuts were made by the government President Gotabaya Rajapaksa ...,negative,-0.992736459
Sri Lanka to give incentives to draw investor to hi-tech areas: President,1/3/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka will give incentives to draw in high technology industries and promote education to help make use of knowledge...,Sri Lanka to give incentives to draw investor to hi-tech areas: President Sri Lanka will give incentives to draw in high technology industries and promote education to help make use of knowledge...,positive,0.998576403
SLAF fixed-wing craft crashes killing four in Haputale,1/3/2020,Accident,"A fixed-wing Y-12 aircraft belonging to the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) has crashed in Haputale killing four, Air Force  ...","SLAF fixed-wing craft crashes killing four in Haputale A fixed-wing Y-12 aircraft belonging to the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) has crashed in Haputale killing four, Air Force  ...",negative,-0.998739064
"Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, gilts ease",1/3/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields ease...","Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, gilts ease Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields ease...",positive,0.998593032
Sri Lanka farmers alerted of below normal rain for Maha season,1/3/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's farmers have been warned that there may be below normal rain in the for the 2020 Maha season in the coming d...,Sri Lanka farmers alerted of below normal rain for Maha season Sri Lanka's farmers have been warned that there may be below normal rain in the for the 2020 Maha season in the coming d...,negative,-0.991478026
Sri Lanka defends state land transfer to foreign investor,1/3/2020,Construction and Real Estate,Sri Lanka's new administration is defending the sale of state land on a lease to a foreign investor for a 250 million US...,Sri Lanka defends state land transfer to foreign investor Sri Lanka's new administration is defending the sale of state land on a lease to a foreign investor for a 250 million US...,negative,-0.949696779
Most Sri Lankans will not  pay more to protect local industries – Advocata,1/2/2020,Consumer Affairs,Fifty-seven per cent of Sri Lankans are unwilling to pay extra to purchase food even if doing so would protect the local...,Most Sri Lankans will not  pay more to protect local industries – Advocata Fifty-seven per cent of Sri Lankans are unwilling to pay extra to purchase food even if doing so would protect the local...,negative,-0.9920066
"""No land will be sold to foreigners"" - Semasinghe",1/2/2020,Economy,State Minister of Finance Shehan Semasinghe is rejecting Opposition charges that the new government is selling off land ...,"""No land will be sold to foreigners"" - Semasinghe State Minister of Finance Shehan Semasinghe is rejecting Opposition charges that the new government is selling off land ...",positive,0.976896942
Sotheby's says interest re-emerging in Sri Lanka properties,1/2/2020,Business,"Sotheby’s International Realty, says investor interest in properties in Sri Lanka is re-emerging and it is looking to ...","Sotheby's says interest re-emerging in Sri Lanka properties Sotheby’s International Realty, says investor interest in properties in Sri Lanka is re-emerging and it is looking to ...",negative,-0.575443625
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilts remain unchanged",1/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.30/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields gained...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilts remain unchanged Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.30/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields gained...",negative,-0.996297181
PM wants Hajj Committee to be not-for-profit,1/2/2020,Religion,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has ordered that the  National Hajj Committee operate as a service-oriented body to all...,PM wants Hajj Committee to be not-for-profit Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has ordered that the  National Hajj Committee operate as a service-oriented body to all...,negative,-0.996297181
"SLTDA gets tough with ""foreigners only"" establishments",1/2/2020,Economy,ri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA)  is warning licensed establishments which adopt discriminatory practices ...,"SLTDA gets tough with ""foreigners only"" establishments ri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA)  is warning licensed establishments which adopt discriminatory practices ...",negative,-0.99613297
Rajapakshe wants 19th A rolled back,1/2/2020,Politics,The Private Member’s Bill introduced by Parliamentarian Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe as the 20th and 21st Amendments to the C...,Rajapakshe wants 19th A rolled back The Private Member’s Bill introduced by Parliamentarian Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe as the 20th and 21st Amendments to the C...,negative,-0.979317307
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.34-pct lower on John Keells Holdings,1/2/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.34 percent lower on Thursday, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.34-pct lower on John Keells Holdings Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.34 percent lower on Thursday, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.999121606
Hypocritical govt selling off land to S'pore - JVP,1/2/2020,Economy,The JVP accused the new government today of continuing what the party called the previous government’s practice of sel...,Hypocritical govt selling off land to S'pore - JVP The JVP accused the new government today of continuing what the party called the previous government’s practice of sel...,negative,-0.998293459
The Finance Company floats expression of interest for Rs25bn investment,1/2/2020,Finance,Sri Lanka's The Finance Company Plc has called expressions of interest for potential investors to inject 25 billion rupe...,The Finance Company floats expression of interest for Rs25bn investment Sri Lanka's The Finance Company Plc has called expressions of interest for potential investors to inject 25 billion rupe...,negative,-0.988019049
Sri Lanka details PAYE tax applicable for March quarter,1/2/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka's tax office has detailed pay-as-you earn tax deductible from employees, after the threshold was sharply rais...","Sri Lanka details PAYE tax applicable for March quarter  Sri Lanka's tax office has detailed pay-as-you earn tax deductible from employees, after the threshold was sharply rais...",negative,-0.973445356
"Rice shortage: ""Not my fault,"" says Dudley Sirisena",1/2/2020,Consumer Affairs,Rice Mogul Dudley Sirisena is blaming a lack of proper regulation and planning on the part of the authorities for the sh...,"Rice shortage: ""Not my fault,"" says Dudley Sirisena Rice Mogul Dudley Sirisena is blaming a lack of proper regulation and planning on the part of the authorities for the sh...",negative,-0.999533057
"Singapore grows 0.7-pct in 2019, as Sri Lanka slows to below 3.0-pct",1/2/2020,Economy,"Singapore's economy, which is highly exposed to international trade had grown just 0.7 percent in 2019, the city states'...","Singapore grows 0.7-pct in 2019, as Sri Lanka slows to below 3.0-pct Singapore's economy, which is highly exposed to international trade had grown just 0.7 percent in 2019, the city states'...",negative,-0.988660455
Will removing the Z-score be a disaster?,1/2/2020,Education,A recent Government decision to abolish the Z score system for university enrollment has received mixed reactions from a...,Will removing the Z-score be a disaster? A recent Government decision to abolish the Z score system for university enrollment has received mixed reactions from a...,negative,-0.997491241
Police Media Division re-established,1/2/2020,Security,"The Police Media Division (SLPMD) has been re-established under a new police media spokesman, Police Headquarters said.","Police Media Division re-established The Police Media Division (SLPMD) has been re-established under a new police media spokesman, Police Headquarters said.",negative,-0.991443098
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, stocks down 0.02-pct",1/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields ga...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, stocks down 0.02-pct Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields ga...",negative,-0.99891448
"Asian markets lifted by China support, oil up",1/2/2020,International news,"Asian markets started the new decade on the front foot, with most rallying out of the blocks Thursday on lingering trade...","Asian markets lifted by China support, oil up Asian markets started the new decade on the front foot, with most rallying out of the blocks Thursday on lingering trade...",positive,0.973725498
"Sri Lanka drops 50,000 businesses from value added tax net",1/2/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's tax agency has dropped over 50,000 businesses from the value added tax net from January 01, after the thresh...","Sri Lanka drops 50,000 businesses from value added tax net Sri Lanka's tax agency has dropped over 50,000 businesses from the value added tax net from January 01, after the thresh...",negative,-0.998792768
Sri Lanka to provide SME debt relief from next week: Treasury Secretary,1/2/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka will provide debt relief to small and medium enterprises from next week, Treasury Secretary S R Attygalle has ...","Sri Lanka to provide SME debt relief from next week: Treasury Secretary Sri Lanka will provide debt relief to small and medium enterprises from next week, Treasury Secretary S R Attygalle has ...",positive,0.96828115
"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bond yields flat",1/1/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.15/25 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields fell,...","Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bond yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.15/25 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields fell,...",negative,-0.991252363
Two problems that will continue to stay,1/1/2020,Race Relations,"All of those present, especially the government officials, wanted to strengthen ground level inter-community relations s...","Two problems that will continue to stay All of those present, especially the government officials, wanted to strengthen ground level inter-community relations s...",positive,0.674387693
Ultra-Nationalist Propaganda And Running Effective Governance,1/1/2020,Opinion,The government has faced severe backlash after the Finance Ministry announced the first Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) ...,Ultra-Nationalist Propaganda And Running Effective Governance The government has faced severe backlash after the Finance Ministry announced the first Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) ...,negative,-0.993561506
Sri Lanka bans legal import of ethanol to protect domestic producers,1/1/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has banned the legal import of ethanol, the main input of 'gal' style arrack, the finance ministry said to pro...","Sri Lanka bans legal import of ethanol to protect domestic producers Sri Lanka has banned the legal import of ethanol, the main input of 'gal' style arrack, the finance ministry said to pro...",negative,-0.99521035
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields flat,1/1/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's Treasuries yield were flat at Wednesday's auction with 3-month bids being rejected, data from the state debt...","Sri Lanka Treasuries yields flat Sri Lanka's Treasuries yield were flat at Wednesday's auction with 3-month bids being rejected, data from the state debt...",negative,-0.999664783
Sri Lanka ex-justice minister moots bill to sweep aside constitutional council,1/1/2020,Political News,An ex-just minister has put forward a 22nd amendment to Sri Lanka's constitution that will end powers of a constitutiona...,Sri Lanka ex-justice minister moots bill to sweep aside constitutional council An ex-just minister has put forward a 22nd amendment to Sri Lanka's constitution that will end powers of a constitutiona...,negative,-0.989624321
Swiss Embassy issues regretful note,1/1/2020,Human Rights,Sri Lanka and Switzerland began the slow-dance back to normalising relations strained by the controversy surrounding the...,Swiss Embassy issues regretful note Sri Lanka and Switzerland began the slow-dance back to normalising relations strained by the controversy surrounding the...,negative,-0.987073541
Switzerland wants swift return to positive co-operation with Sri Lanka,1/1/2020,International news,Switzerland's embassy in Sri Lanka has called for a swift return to 'positive co-operation' following an incident over a...,Switzerland wants swift return to positive co-operation with Sri Lanka Switzerland's embassy in Sri Lanka has called for a swift return to 'positive co-operation' following an incident over a...,positive,0.861936152
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields fall ahead of bill auction",1/1/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger at 181.10/20 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields fell,...","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields fall ahead of bill auction Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger at 181.10/20 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields fell,...",negative,-0.99123174
Sri Lanka faces key challenge in 2020 to maintain economic stability,1/1/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's main challenge in 2020 will be to maintain economic stability with tax cuts expected to boost demand and dri...,Sri Lanka faces key challenge in 2020 to maintain economic stability Sri Lanka's main challenge in 2020 will be to maintain economic stability with tax cuts expected to boost demand and dri...,negative,-0.931444287
Sri Lanka's inflation ends at 4.8-pct in 2019,12/31/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's inflation in the capital Colombo in the 12 months to December 2019 accelerated to 4.8 percent from 4.4 perce...,Sri Lanka's inflation ends at 4.8-pct in 2019 Sri Lanka's inflation in the capital Colombo in the 12 months to December 2019 accelerated to 4.8 percent from 4.4 perce...,negative,-0.972027957
It's going to be a bumpy 2020,12/31/2019,Opinion,As the New Year dawns it is our duty as watchdogs to look ahead and try to predict what lies ahead for us citizens of th...,It's going to be a bumpy 2020 As the New Year dawns it is our duty as watchdogs to look ahead and try to predict what lies ahead for us citizens of th...,positive,0.852924168
"Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger, gilts ease",12/31/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.30/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while gilt yields eased...","Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger, gilts ease Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.30/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while gilt yields eased...",positive,0.95356071
Sri Lanka to build 300 university colleges for higher education: Minister,12/31/2019,Politics,Sri Lanka will set up 300 university colleges where students who cannot enter state universities can join and earn a hig...,Sri Lanka to build 300 university colleges for higher education: Minister Sri Lanka will set up 300 university colleges where students who cannot enter state universities can join and earn a hig...,positive,0.869434536
China terminal handles 40-pct of Sri Lanka's Colombo port box volume,12/31/2019,Logistics,"Colombo International Container Terminals (CICT) said it handled 2.9 million TEUs (20-ft equivalent units) in 2019, an 8...","China terminal handles 40-pct of Sri Lanka's Colombo port box volume Colombo International Container Terminals (CICT) said it handled 2.9 million TEUs (20-ft equivalent units) in 2019, an 8...",negative,-0.840958595
"Sri Lanka stocks snap four-day rally on banks, ends 2019 on a high",12/31/2019,Stocks & Companies," Sri Lanka's stocks gained 0.44 percent at market close on Tuesday, ending a four-day rally, while closing 2019 on a hig...","Sri Lanka stocks snap four-day rally on banks, ends 2019 on a high  Sri Lanka's stocks gained 0.44 percent at market close on Tuesday, ending a four-day rally, while closing 2019 on a hig...",negative,-0.965337813
Experts weigh in on Z score abolition,12/31/2019,Education,A recent Government decision to abolish the Z score system for university enrollment has received mixed reactions from a...,Experts weigh in on Z score abolition A recent Government decision to abolish the Z score system for university enrollment has received mixed reactions from a...,negative,-0.985941947
Sri Lanka to build 300 university colleges for higher education: Minister,12/31/2019,Business,Sri Lanka will set up 300 university colleges where students who cannot enter state universities can join and earn a hig...,Sri Lanka to build 300 university colleges for higher education: Minister Sri Lanka will set up 300 university colleges where students who cannot enter state universities can join and earn a hig...,positive,0.869434536
"Sri Lanka's Cargills, Sampath, DFCC Bank says met lending rate ceilings",12/31/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka Cargills Bank, Sampath Bank and DFCC Bank said they had met the price ceiling on loans set by the central bank...","Sri Lanka's Cargills, Sampath, DFCC Bank says met lending rate ceilings Sri Lanka Cargills Bank, Sampath Bank and DFCC Bank said they had met the price ceiling on loans set by the central bank...",negative,-0.814198196
ICTA's Spiralation fine-tunes Sri Lankan tech startups,12/31/2019,ICT,"Spiralation, an Information and Technology Agency of Sri Lanka (ICTA) organized tech startup supportive program, facilit...","ICTA's Spiralation fine-tunes Sri Lankan tech startups Spiralation, an Information and Technology Agency of Sri Lanka (ICTA) organized tech startup supportive program, facilit...",positive,0.969954431
"Sri Lanka bank bad loans spike to 4.9-pct, non-banks 9.7-pct in Sept",12/31/2019,Banking,"Bad loans in Sri Lanka's banks grew to 4.9 percent of assets in the September quarter from 4.8 percent in June, while th...","Sri Lanka bank bad loans spike to 4.9-pct, non-banks 9.7-pct in Sept Bad loans in Sri Lanka's banks grew to 4.9 percent of assets in the September quarter from 4.8 percent in June, while th...",negative,-0.996026754
Kenya looks to orthodox tea as CTC prices tumble,12/31/2019,Tea,"In a humming factory in Kenya's highlands, tea is hand-plucked from the fields, cured and shredded into the fine leaves ...","Kenya looks to orthodox tea as CTC prices tumble In a humming factory in Kenya's highlands, tea is hand-plucked from the fields, cured and shredded into the fine leaves ...",negative,-0.973288357
"Sri Lanka stocks, rupee climb at open",12/31/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger at 181.50/70 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while gilt yields were ...","Sri Lanka stocks, rupee climb at open Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger at 181.50/70 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while gilt yields were ...",negative,-0.959509611
Tourism industry faces worst winter season in a decade,12/31/2019,Tourism,"Sri Lanka’s tourism industry is bracing for the worst winter season in 11 years, with lower numbers of tourists, who a...","Tourism industry faces worst winter season in a decade Sri Lanka’s tourism industry is bracing for the worst winter season in 11 years, with lower numbers of tourists, who a...",negative,-0.999614835
Sri Lanka to let loose anti-dengue Wolbachia bug as infections surge,12/31/2019,Environment,Sri Lanka plans to let loose a bug among the island's mosquito population that would hopefully make life difficult for t...,Sri Lanka to let loose anti-dengue Wolbachia bug as infections surge Sri Lanka plans to let loose a bug among the island's mosquito population that would hopefully make life difficult for t...,negative,-0.996807218
Sri Lanka's central bank to punish eight banks for flouting price controls,12/30/2019,Banking," Sri Lanka's central bank said it will punish eight banks for not meeting price ceiling set for loans, invoking sweeping...","Sri Lanka's central bank to punish eight banks for flouting price controls  Sri Lanka's central bank said it will punish eight banks for not meeting price ceiling set for loans, invoking sweeping...",negative,-0.982453883
"India's Axis Bank, ICICI Bank to exit Sri Lanka",12/30/2019,Banking,"India's Axis Bank and ICICI Bank, both privately owned commercial banks, will exit Sri Lanka, the island's banking regul...","India's Axis Bank, ICICI Bank to exit Sri Lanka India's Axis Bank and ICICI Bank, both privately owned commercial banks, will exit Sri Lanka, the island's banking regul...",negative,-0.999637365
No evidence to suggest link between beer and homosexuality - Dr Anil Jasinghe,12/30/2019,Health,"There is no evidence to suggest a direct link between beer consumption and homosexuality, National Health Services Direc...","No evidence to suggest link between beer and homosexuality - Dr Anil Jasinghe There is no evidence to suggest a direct link between beer consumption and homosexuality, National Health Services Direc...",negative,-0.999440849
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilts ease",12/30/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.65/75 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while gilt yields eased, b...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilts ease Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.65/75 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while gilt yields eased, b...",negative,-0.996297657
Bacteria to be released to fight dengue virus,12/30/2019,Environment,"The National Dengue Control Unit will introduce a particular bacteria-laden mosquito to control the spread of dengue, in...","Bacteria to be released to fight dengue virus The National Dengue Control Unit will introduce a particular bacteria-laden mosquito to control the spread of dengue, in...",negative,-0.986042559
Swiss Embassy staffer granted bail,12/30/2019,Crime,Garnier Banister Francis the Visa Assistant at the Swiss Embassy who was arrested for bringing disrepute to the governme...,Swiss Embassy staffer granted bail Garnier Banister Francis the Visa Assistant at the Swiss Embassy who was arrested for bringing disrepute to the governme...,negative,-0.954293132
Sri Lanka President moots central database for citizen's information,12/30/2019,ICT," Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has asked officials to look into building a central database of citizens, cont...","Sri Lanka President moots central database for citizen's information  Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has asked officials to look into building a central database of citizens, cont...",negative,-0.725401223
ICRA Lanka reaffirms Construction Guaranteed Fund [SL]A-,12/30/2019,Business,ICRA Lanka has reaffirmed the state-owned Construction Guaranteed Fund at [SL]A- with a stable outlook due to its well-e...,ICRA Lanka reaffirms Construction Guaranteed Fund [SL]A- ICRA Lanka has reaffirmed the state-owned Construction Guaranteed Fund at [SL]A- with a stable outlook due to its well-e...,positive,0.999677777
Inreased Hajj quota for Sri Lankan Muslims,12/30/2019,Religion,MP Faizer Mustapha commended yesterday (29) the new Hajj Committee appointed by Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa for sec...,Inreased Hajj quota for Sri Lankan Muslims MP Faizer Mustapha commended yesterday (29) the new Hajj Committee appointed by Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa for sec...,negative,-0.888690948
Sri Lanka stocks extend gains for fourth day on LOLC,12/30/2019,Stocks & Companies," Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.54 percent stronger on Monday, continuing a four-day rally, backed by LOLC Holdings, provis...","Sri Lanka stocks extend gains for fourth day on LOLC  Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.54 percent stronger on Monday, continuing a four-day rally, backed by LOLC Holdings, provis...",negative,-0.976361036
Sri Lanka to slap price controls on dengue blood tests,12/30/2019,Environment,"Sri Lanka will slap price controls on a blood test for dengue and another widely used screening, a health official said ...","Sri Lanka to slap price controls on dengue blood tests Sri Lanka will slap price controls on a blood test for dengue and another widely used screening, a health official said ...",negative,-0.995926499
Government approves $250 million investment in mixed development,12/30/2019,Economy,A 30-storey commercial tower inclusive of 700 new residences will be erected on the banks of Beira Lake in Colombo by a ...,Government approves $250 million investment in mixed development A 30-storey commercial tower inclusive of 700 new residences will be erected on the banks of Beira Lake in Colombo by a ...,positive,0.98906076
Marella Discovery cruise liner calls on Colombo,12/30/2019,Shipping,"Marella Discovery, the largest super-luxury ship of the Marella fleet, called on Colombo Port to boost Sri Lanka's touri...","Marella Discovery cruise liner calls on Colombo Marella Discovery, the largest super-luxury ship of the Marella fleet, called on Colombo Port to boost Sri Lanka's touri...",positive,0.996720493
Registration of tourist hotels mandatory – Minister,12/30/2019,Economy,Minister Prasanna Ranatunga has instructed the registration of all tourist hotels to be made compulsory.,Registration of tourist hotels mandatory – Minister Minister Prasanna Ranatunga has instructed the registration of all tourist hotels to be made compulsory.,negative,-0.770165861
"Sri Lanka Economic Association elects 2020 committee, wants to focus on policy research",12/30/2019,Economy," The Sri Lanka Economic Association (SLEA) has elected its committee for 2020, with senior economist Upananda Vidanapath...","Sri Lanka Economic Association elects 2020 committee, wants to focus on policy research  The Sri Lanka Economic Association (SLEA) has elected its committee for 2020, with senior economist Upananda Vidanapath...",positive,0.972216547
Churches urge calm after videos of Monk attacking Christians go viral,12/30/2019,Human Rights,"Bishop Asiri Perera, head of the Methodist Church in Sri Lanka is appealing for calm after videos of a Buddhist Monk att...","Churches urge calm after videos of Monk attacking Christians go viral Bishop Asiri Perera, head of the Methodist Church in Sri Lanka is appealing for calm after videos of a Buddhist Monk att...",positive,0.636817396
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields flat",12/30/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 181.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while gilt yields were sta...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 181.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while gilt yields were sta...",negative,-0.998984993
"Sri Lanka debt relief impact on provisioning, bank profits mixed",12/30/2019,Banking,Relief given by banks to performing customers under a government debt moratorium offered for loans up to 300 million wil...,"Sri Lanka debt relief impact on provisioning, bank profits mixed Relief given by banks to performing customers under a government debt moratorium offered for loans up to 300 million wil...",negative,-0.887977004
Tokyo stocks open lower on profit-taking,12/30/2019,International news," Tokyo stocks opened lower on Monday, the last trading day this year in Japan, with profit-taking leading the market ahe...","Tokyo stocks open lower on profit-taking  Tokyo stocks opened lower on Monday, the last trading day this year in Japan, with profit-taking leading the market ahe...",negative,-0.998463035
"Sri Lanka to repay US$4.8bn in 2020, already part financed",12/30/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's external debt repayments are 4.8 billion US dollars for 2020, and payments for the first half of the year is...","Sri Lanka to repay US$4.8bn in 2020, already part financed Sri Lanka's external debt repayments are 4.8 billion US dollars for 2020, and payments for the first half of the year is...",negative,-0.839942634
"Sri Lanka's private credit up in November, state credit down",12/30/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's private credit grew 47.1 billion rupees in November, the fourth month of positive credit, while government b...","Sri Lanka's private credit up in November, state credit down Sri Lanka's private credit grew 47.1 billion rupees in November, the fourth month of positive credit, while government b...",negative,-0.930510283
"Sri Lanka to get US$250m real estate FDI, US$43mn from land sale",12/29/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's cabinet has cleared a 250 million US dollars mixed development by an foreign investor who will also pay 43 m...,"Sri Lanka to get US$250m real estate FDI, US$43mn from land sale Sri Lanka's cabinet has cleared a 250 million US dollars mixed development by an foreign investor who will also pay 43 m...",negative,-0.962641895
Sri Lanka KIA dealer expects pick up in market,12/29/2019,Autos," KIA Motors (Lanka) Limited, agents for Korea's Kia vehicles said it was expecting a pick up in vehicle sales as it laun...","Sri Lanka KIA dealer expects pick up in market  KIA Motors (Lanka) Limited, agents for Korea's Kia vehicles said it was expecting a pick up in vehicle sales as it laun...",negative,-0.991751373
Sri Lanka new monetary law fate to be decided by new administration,12/29/2019,Economy," Sri Lanka's new administration will have to decide whether to pass the new central bank law that has been drawn up, but...","Sri Lanka new monetary law fate to be decided by new administration  Sri Lanka's new administration will have to decide whether to pass the new central bank law that has been drawn up, but...",negative,-0.994077682
Fonseka accuses group of   UNPers of preventing party reorganization,12/28/2019,Politics,Parliamentarian Field Marshall Sarath Fonseka said that there is a group of about 10-12 people in the UNP who does not w...,Fonseka accuses group of   UNPers of preventing party reorganization Parliamentarian Field Marshall Sarath Fonseka said that there is a group of about 10-12 people in the UNP who does not w...,negative,-0.994039536
NPC urges Gotabaya to build bridges with communities,12/28/2019,Human Rights,The National Peace Council is expressing concern about several matters that “could potentially impact upon inter-commu...,NPC urges Gotabaya to build bridges with communities The National Peace Council is expressing concern about several matters that “could potentially impact upon inter-commu...,positive,0.970103025
"Sri Lanka aims at stable rupee, forex reserves, IMF engagement: Governor Lakshman",12/28/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka will aim for forex reserve collection and exchange rate stability and will engage with the International Monet...,"Sri Lanka aims at stable rupee, forex reserves, IMF engagement: Governor Lakshman Sri Lanka will aim for forex reserve collection and exchange rate stability and will engage with the International Monet...",positive,0.997565985
Farcical scenes before Rajitha is remanded,12/27/2019,Law and Order,Parliamentarian Rajitha Senaratne is now the second senior ex-Cabinet Minister from the United National Front government...,Farcical scenes before Rajitha is remanded Parliamentarian Rajitha Senaratne is now the second senior ex-Cabinet Minister from the United National Front government...,negative,-0.954608381
Sri Lanka's new central bank chief slams 'neo-liberalism',12/27/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's new central Bank Governor W D Lakshman said he wanted find alternatives to neo-liberal policies that the cou...,Sri Lanka's new central bank chief slams 'neo-liberalism' Sri Lanka's new central Bank Governor W D Lakshman said he wanted find alternatives to neo-liberal policies that the cou...,negative,-0.996130943
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilts yields up",12/27/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.45/55 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields gained a...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilts yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.45/55 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields gained a...",negative,-0.996665657
Sri Lanka stocks gain on LOLC's Cambodia deal,12/27/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.59 percent higher on Friday, gaining on LOLC Holdings, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks gain on LOLC's Cambodia deal Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.59 percent higher on Friday, gaining on LOLC Holdings, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.814434707
"Sri Lanka SME moratorium on request, will not stress banks: Deputy Governor",12/27/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's loan moratorium on small and medium-scale (SME) business loans will only be extended on request to those in ...,"Sri Lanka SME moratorium on request, will not stress banks: Deputy Governor Sri Lanka's loan moratorium on small and medium-scale (SME) business loans will only be extended on request to those in ...",negative,-0.97664237
"Sri Lanka expects 4.0-4.5-pct growth in 2020, inflation 4-pct: CB Governor",12/27/2019,Economy, Sri Lanka is expecting 4.0 to 4.5 percent economic growth in 2020 and inflation below 4.0 percent and a higher 6.5 perc...,"Sri Lanka expects 4.0-4.5-pct growth in 2020, inflation 4-pct: CB Governor  Sri Lanka is expecting 4.0 to 4.5 percent economic growth in 2020 and inflation below 4.0 percent and a higher 6.5 perc...",negative,-0.938790143
Sri Lanka telecom regulator issues warning over premium call back scam,12/27/2019,ICT,Sri Lanka's telecom regulator has warned subscribers not to return foreign calls from unknown numbers amid a suspected p...,Sri Lanka telecom regulator issues warning over premium call back scam Sri Lanka's telecom regulator has warned subscribers not to return foreign calls from unknown numbers amid a suspected p...,negative,-0.993992269
Human Rights complaint against CID travel ban,12/27/2019,Human Rights,A senior police officer from the Criminal Investigation Department has lodged a complaint at the Human Rights Council of...,Human Rights complaint against CID travel ban A senior police officer from the Criminal Investigation Department has lodged a complaint at the Human Rights Council of...,negative,-0.974431157
Sri Lanka bond yields rebound after central bank holds rates,12/27/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 181.31/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields gained afte...","Sri Lanka bond yields rebound after central bank holds rates Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 181.31/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields gained afte...",positive,0.628597975
Korea's Kookmin Bank to buy stake in LOLC Sri Lanka's PRASAC for US$600mn,12/27/2019,Markets," Korea's Kookmin Bank will buy a 70 percent stake in PRASAC Mincrofinace, a unit of Sri Lanka's LOKC, for 603 million US...","Korea's Kookmin Bank to buy stake in LOLC Sri Lanka's PRASAC for US$600mn  Korea's Kookmin Bank will buy a 70 percent stake in PRASAC Mincrofinace, a unit of Sri Lanka's LOKC, for 603 million US...",negative,-0.966454327
Sri Lanka keeps policy rates unchanged,12/27/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka' central bank said it is keeping policy rates, saying market rates have room to fall and the government has an...","Sri Lanka keeps policy rates unchanged Sri Lanka' central bank said it is keeping policy rates, saying market rates have room to fall and the government has an...",negative,-0.913565695
"Nasdaq ends above 9,000 for 1st time, Dow also hits record",12/27/2019,International news,"The tech-rich Nasdaq finished above 9,000 for the first time on Thursday, powering to its 10th straight record on gains ...","Nasdaq ends above 9,000 for 1st time, Dow also hits record The tech-rich Nasdaq finished above 9,000 for the first time on Thursday, powering to its 10th straight record on gains ...",positive,0.985428512
"Merchant Bank of Sri Lanka & Finance hit with lending and deposit caps, outlook cut",12/26/2019,Finance,"The Merchant Bank of Sri Lanka & Finance Plc, (MBSL) which is suffering from low capital adequacy, has been slapped ...","Merchant Bank of Sri Lanka & Finance hit with lending and deposit caps, outlook cut The Merchant Bank of Sri Lanka & Finance Plc, (MBSL) which is suffering from low capital adequacy, has been slapped ...",negative,-0.99916482
"Sri Lanka stocks surge on consumer goods, banks, ahead of monetary policy decision",12/26/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks gained for the second day on Thursday, provisional data showed, as market participants awaited the ce...","Sri Lanka stocks surge on consumer goods, banks, ahead of monetary policy decision Sri Lanka's stocks gained for the second day on Thursday, provisional data showed, as market participants awaited the ce...",negative,-0.957769871
Sri Lanka national inflation falls to 4.1-pct in Nov,12/26/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's national inflation in November 2019 was 4.1 percent from a year earlier, slowing down from 5.6 percent in Oc...","Sri Lanka national inflation falls to 4.1-pct in Nov Sri Lanka's national inflation in November 2019 was 4.1 percent from a year earlier, slowing down from 5.6 percent in Oc...",negative,-0.995515049
Cheaper potatoes on the market,12/26/2019,Consumer Affairs,The price of potatoes should come down in the marketplace as the government has cut the special commodity levy imposed o...,Cheaper potatoes on the market The price of potatoes should come down in the marketplace as the government has cut the special commodity levy imposed o...,negative,-0.999110043
Sri Lanka banks deposit over Rs50bn in excess cash after injections,12/26/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's commercial banks deposited 53 billion rupees in excess cash at the central bank on December 23, 2019 sharply...","Sri Lanka banks deposit over Rs50bn in excess cash after injections Sri Lanka's commercial banks deposited 53 billion rupees in excess cash at the central bank on December 23, 2019 sharply...",negative,-0.933336556
Sri Lanka bond yields fall ahead of monetary policy decision,12/26/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 181.45/50 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while gilt yields fell, ...","Sri Lanka bond yields fall ahead of monetary policy decision Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 181.45/50 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while gilt yields fell, ...",negative,-0.998710394
Tokyo stocks climb on confidence in global economy,12/26/2019,International news,"Tokyo stocks rose Thursday morning, reflecting investor confidence in the global economy after the recent US-China trade...","Tokyo stocks climb on confidence in global economy Tokyo stocks rose Thursday morning, reflecting investor confidence in the global economy after the recent US-China trade...",positive,0.993073046
Sri Lanka cuts protectionist tax on potatoes as food prices rise,12/26/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka has cut a protectionist tax of 50 rupees a kilogram on imported potatoes, slapped to boost profit of the farmi...","Sri Lanka cuts protectionist tax on potatoes as food prices rise Sri Lanka has cut a protectionist tax of 50 rupees a kilogram on imported potatoes, slapped to boost profit of the farmi...",negative,-0.977603436
"Sri Lanka vehicle registrations hits 6-year low amid elections, peg collapse",12/25/2019,Ground,"Sri Lanka's vehicle registrations fell to 24,472 units in November 2019, the lowest since the June 2013 amid a collapsed...","Sri Lanka vehicle registrations hits 6-year low amid elections, peg collapse Sri Lanka's vehicle registrations fell to 24,472 units in November 2019, the lowest since the June 2013 amid a collapsed...",negative,-0.999366105
Pope Francis kicks off Christmas celebrations with midnight Mass,12/25/2019,International news,"Pope Francis ushered in Christmas celebrations for the world's 1.3 billion Catholics on Tuesday, saying the celebration ...","Pope Francis kicks off Christmas celebrations with midnight Mass Pope Francis ushered in Christmas celebrations for the world's 1.3 billion Catholics on Tuesday, saying the celebration ...",positive,0.998137236
Sri Lanka has scope to cut rates: Cabraal,12/25/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has scope to cut rates, Senior Economic Advisor to the Finance Minister Nivard Cabraal said after the governme...","Sri Lanka has scope to cut rates: Cabraal Sri Lanka has scope to cut rates, Senior Economic Advisor to the Finance Minister Nivard Cabraal said after the governme...",positive,0.929544866
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilts ease",12/24/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.35/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while gilt yields eased, ...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilts ease Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.35/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while gilt yields eased, ...",negative,-0.988247335
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.38-pct higher,12/24/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.38 percent higher on Tuesday, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.38-pct higher Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.38 percent higher on Tuesday, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.99093163
State-sanctioned playlists to replace bus music?,12/24/2019,Consumer Affairs,State-sanctioned playlists will replace music heard on private and state-owned buses as the National Transport Commissio...,State-sanctioned playlists to replace bus music? State-sanctioned playlists will replace music heard on private and state-owned buses as the National Transport Commissio...,negative,-0.998483241
W D Lakshman appointed CBSL Governor,12/24/2019,Economy,"W D Lakshman, a former Colombo University Vice Chancellor, has been appointed Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka ...","W D Lakshman appointed CBSL Governor W D Lakshman, a former Colombo University Vice Chancellor, has been appointed Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka ...",positive,0.990432441
W D Lakshman appointed Sri Lanka central bank Governor,12/24/2019,Economy,"W D Lakshman, a former professor at Colombo University has been appointed the governor of Sri Lanka's central bank, offi...","W D Lakshman appointed Sri Lanka central bank Governor W D Lakshman, a former professor at Colombo University has been appointed the governor of Sri Lanka's central bank, offi...",positive,0.966975391
Pakistani asylum seeker found dead in Negombo,12/24/2019,Crime,A 49-year-old Pakistani asylum seeker registered with the UNHCR initiative was found dead in Negombo last night with mul...,Pakistani asylum seeker found dead in Negombo A 49-year-old Pakistani asylum seeker registered with the UNHCR initiative was found dead in Negombo last night with mul...,negative,-0.997778475
Southern Expressway accident kills four including three foreigners,12/24/2019,Accident,Four people including three foreigners were killed and another two injured in an accident that occurred on the Southern ...,Southern Expressway accident kills four including three foreigners Four people including three foreigners were killed and another two injured in an accident that occurred on the Southern ...,negative,-0.996081889
"Circulars, regulations mustn't delay flood relief efforts - President",12/24/2019,Politics,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has directed public officials tasked with flood relief work to amend as necessary any circu...,"Circulars, regulations mustn't delay flood relief efforts - President President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has directed public officials tasked with flood relief work to amend as necessary any circu...",positive,0.808784842
Patali out on bail,12/24/2019,Politics,"MP Patali Champika Ranawaka, who was in remand custody over a contested motor traffic accident, was granted bail by the ...","Patali out on bail MP Patali Champika Ranawaka, who was in remand custody over a contested motor traffic accident, was granted bail by the ...",positive,0.791968048
Sri Lanka's Silvermill in Indonesia expansion with US$5mn ADB loan,12/24/2019,Agriculture,Manila-based Asian Development Bank said it will loan 5 million US dollars PTSASL and Sons Indonesia (PTSASL) of Sri Lan...,Sri Lanka's Silvermill in Indonesia expansion with US$5mn ADB loan Manila-based Asian Development Bank said it will loan 5 million US dollars PTSASL and Sons Indonesia (PTSASL) of Sri Lan...,negative,-0.940965295
Supreme Court Justice Prasanna Jayawardena passes away,12/24/2019,Law and Order,Supreme Court Justice Prasanna Jayawardena PC passed away this morning in a private hospital in Colombo.,Supreme Court Justice Prasanna Jayawardena passes away Supreme Court Justice Prasanna Jayawardena PC passed away this morning in a private hospital in Colombo.,negative,-0.984428763
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks up 0.28-pct",12/24/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 181.37/47 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while gilt yields eased a...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks up 0.28-pct Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 181.37/47 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while gilt yields eased a...",negative,-0.997148812
Sri Lanka heading for uncertainty with low rate obsession: Bellwether,12/24/2019,Op-ed/Special Reports,"Sri Lanka is heading into uncertain territory with an obsession on interest rates, a trigger happy central bank which te...","Sri Lanka heading for uncertainty with low rate obsession: Bellwether Sri Lanka is heading into uncertain territory with an obsession on interest rates, a trigger happy central bank which te...",negative,-0.943887651
Switzerland and Sri Lanka to calm matters down,12/23/2019,Human Rights,"They have been eyeball to eyeball, staring each other down over the past month, but as of this week, Sri Lanka and Switz...","Switzerland and Sri Lanka to calm matters down They have been eyeball to eyeball, staring each other down over the past month, but as of this week, Sri Lanka and Switz...",negative,-0.918085635
"Sri Lanka stocks close weaker, gilt yields stable",12/23/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while gilt yields were sta...","Sri Lanka stocks close weaker, gilt yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while gilt yields were sta...",negative,-0.99415803
"Sri Lanka Catholic Cardinal invited to power project committee, opposes coal",12/23/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's Catholic Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith has been invited send a representative to power project committees after h...,"Sri Lanka Catholic Cardinal invited to power project committee, opposes coal Sri Lanka's Catholic Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith has been invited send a representative to power project committees after h...",positive,0.921717703
"Sri Lanka stocks retreat for fifth day on Distilleries, banks",12/23/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.21 percent lower on Monday, while banking equities recorded a fall following a moratorium on...","Sri Lanka stocks retreat for fifth day on Distilleries, banks Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.21 percent lower on Monday, while banking equities recorded a fall following a moratorium on...",negative,-0.999429762
"Sri Lanka Telecom to connect million homes with fibre, rates low: Fitch",12/23/2019,ICT,"Sri Lanka Telecom, the islands sole wireline operator is expecting to connect a million fibre optic customers in the nex...","Sri Lanka Telecom to connect million homes with fibre, rates low: Fitch Sri Lanka Telecom, the islands sole wireline operator is expecting to connect a million fibre optic customers in the nex...",negative,-0.998936117
China to lower import tariffs from January,12/23/2019,International news,"Beijing will lower import tariffs on more than 850 products including frozen pork from next month, the finance ministry ...","China to lower import tariffs from January Beijing will lower import tariffs on more than 850 products including frozen pork from next month, the finance ministry ...",negative,-0.982683301
"Sri Lanka's CEB need investments of US$1.7bn till 2022, outlook cut",12/23/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board requires investments of 1.7 billion US dollars till 2022, and the utility is not ex...","Sri Lanka's CEB need investments of US$1.7bn till 2022, outlook cut Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board requires investments of 1.7 billion US dollars till 2022, and the utility is not ex...",negative,-0.977070093
"Sri Lanka trims systemically important banks in new D-SIB rule, capital buffers changed",12/23/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka has designated four banks as domestically systemically important banks (D-SIB) under new criteria down from an...,"Sri Lanka trims systemically important banks in new D-SIB rule, capital buffers changed Sri Lanka has designated four banks as domestically systemically important banks (D-SIB) under new criteria down from an...",positive,0.5757249
Cardinal unhappy with lack of progress in renewables,12/23/2019,Environment,Archbishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith was critical of the slow pace at which Sri Lanka has moved towards renewa...,Cardinal unhappy with lack of progress in renewables Archbishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith was critical of the slow pace at which Sri Lanka has moved towards renewa...,negative,-0.998933136
Govt steps up relief efforts as thousands continue to be affected by heavy rains,12/23/2019,Weather and Climate,Two people died and thousands were left stranded in the heavy rains that engulfed several parts of the island over the p...,Govt steps up relief efforts as thousands continue to be affected by heavy rains Two people died and thousands were left stranded in the heavy rains that engulfed several parts of the island over the p...,negative,-0.733596981
Sri Lanka borrowers getting moratorium should continue to pay interest: Cabraal,12/23/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's borrowers who are using a debt moratorium of up to 300 million rupees should continue to pay interest which ...,Sri Lanka borrowers getting moratorium should continue to pay interest: Cabraal Sri Lanka's borrowers who are using a debt moratorium of up to 300 million rupees should continue to pay interest which ...,negative,-0.994992793
Asian markets mixed as dealers step back ahead of festive break,12/23/2019,International news,Asian markets were mixed in early trade Monday with activity thinning out as investors wind down for the Christmas break...,Asian markets mixed as dealers step back ahead of festive break Asian markets were mixed in early trade Monday with activity thinning out as investors wind down for the Christmas break...,negative,-0.999185264
"No conflict in UNP; what needs to be done, will be done - Ravi",12/23/2019,Politics,"Insisting that there is no conflict in the party, UNP Assistant Leader Ravi Karunayake said the party will do what needs...","No conflict in UNP; what needs to be done, will be done - Ravi Insisting that there is no conflict in the party, UNP Assistant Leader Ravi Karunayake said the party will do what needs...",positive,0.995243371
"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, banks stocks weaker",12/23/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.10/20 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while gilt yields were...","Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, banks stocks weaker Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.10/20 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while gilt yields were...",negative,-0.854714453
Sri Lanka awaits CB Governor decision,12/23/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is expected to make an announcement on the central bank governor soon, after Indrajit Coomaraswamy stepped dow...","Sri Lanka awaits CB Governor decision Sri Lanka is expected to make an announcement on the central bank governor soon, after Indrajit Coomaraswamy stepped dow...",negative,-0.974297643
Foreign investors sell rupee bonds for third week,12/23/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Foreign investors have sold rupee bonds for the third week in a row, with the total stock falling to 103.9 billion rupee...","Foreign investors sell rupee bonds for third week Foreign investors have sold rupee bonds for the third week in a row, with the total stock falling to 103.9 billion rupee...",negative,-0.997936368
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 40-pct amid higher harvests,12/22/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka raw coconut prices grew 3 percent to 41,167 rupees for 1000 nuts  at a weekly auction of December 19, up from ...","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 40-pct amid higher harvests Sri Lanka raw coconut prices grew 3 percent to 41,167 rupees for 1000 nuts  at a weekly auction of December 19, up from ...",negative,-0.964648008
Sri Lanka fiscal stimulus to close output gap,12/22/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's sweeping tax cuts are are fiscal stimulus will close a ""persistent output gap"", seen in recent years and tra...","Sri Lanka fiscal stimulus to close output gap Sri Lanka's sweeping tax cuts are are fiscal stimulus will close a ""persistent output gap"", seen in recent years and tra...",negative,-0.975755036
Sri Lanka to end 'semi-luxury' bus fleecing scam,12/21/2019,Ground,Sri Lanka will end a so-called 'semi-luxury' bus service which is fleecing passengers without giving extra facilities to...,Sri Lanka to end 'semi-luxury' bus fleecing scam Sri Lanka will end a so-called 'semi-luxury' bus service which is fleecing passengers without giving extra facilities to...,negative,-0.994034827
Sri Lanka media rights body condemns assault on journalist,12/21/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka's Free Media Movements (FMM), a rights body condemned an attack on a journalist who was covering protest again...","Sri Lanka media rights body condemns assault on journalist Sri Lanka's Free Media Movements (FMM), a rights body condemned an attack on a journalist who was covering protest again...",negative,-0.988423526
"Sri Lanka needs agriculture policy change to up farmer incomes, productivity",12/21/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's subsidy based agriculture policies are not helping to boost productivity and take farmers out of poverty or ...,"Sri Lanka needs agriculture policy change to up farmer incomes, productivity Sri Lanka's subsidy based agriculture policies are not helping to boost productivity and take farmers out of poverty or ...",negative,-0.999124587
"Sri Lanka President, PM orders banks to halt recovery of loans up to Rs300mn",12/20/2019,Banking,Sri Lankas Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has ordered banks in the country to stop recovery of loans up to 300 million...,"Sri Lanka President, PM orders banks to halt recovery of loans up to Rs300mn Sri Lankas Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has ordered banks in the country to stop recovery of loans up to 300 million...",negative,-0.995732844
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields ease",12/20/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.05/15 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while gilt yields eased ...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields ease Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.05/15 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while gilt yields eased ...",negative,-0.75408721
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board to lose Rs85bn in 2019,12/20/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board has run up losses of 85 billion rupees in 2019 power and energy minister ...,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board to lose Rs85bn in 2019 Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board has run up losses of 85 billion rupees in 2019 power and energy minister ...,negative,-0.999029636
WHO reports global decline in male tobacco users; SL conducting its own survey,12/20/2019,Health,The number of males consuming tobacco has drastically reduced globally indicating a powerful shift in the global tobacco...,WHO reports global decline in male tobacco users; SL conducting its own survey The number of males consuming tobacco has drastically reduced globally indicating a powerful shift in the global tobacco...,negative,-0.657163322
Working Journalists Association condemns attacks on Lake House journalists,12/20/2019,Free Speech,Sri Lanka Working Journalists Association (SLWJA) condemned alleged attacks on two Lake House journalists yesterday.,Working Journalists Association condemns attacks on Lake House journalists Sri Lanka Working Journalists Association (SLWJA) condemned alleged attacks on two Lake House journalists yesterday.,negative,-0.989031017
Sri Lanka's ACL Cables wraps up acquisition of Cable Solutions,12/20/2019,Business,"ACL Cables Plc, a Sri Lankan cable producer, said it completed the planned purchase of 51 percent of shares in Cable Sol...","Sri Lanka's ACL Cables wraps up acquisition of Cable Solutions ACL Cables Plc, a Sri Lankan cable producer, said it completed the planned purchase of 51 percent of shares in Cable Sol...",negative,-0.839986563
Sri Lanka stocks fall amid volatile trade,12/20/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.01 percent lower on Wednesday, dragged down by banking and finance shares, provisional data sh...","Sri Lanka stocks fall amid volatile trade Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.01 percent lower on Wednesday, dragged down by banking and finance shares, provisional data sh...",negative,-0.999532938
Not satisfied with envoys representing Sri Lanka-Amaraweera,12/20/2019,International Relations,Minister Mahinda Amaraweera said yesterday that he is not satisfied by the performance of our Ambassadors in other count...,Not satisfied with envoys representing Sri Lanka-Amaraweera Minister Mahinda Amaraweera said yesterday that he is not satisfied by the performance of our Ambassadors in other count...,negative,-0.999647975
Akbar Brothers invests Rs100mn in Sri Lanka's Colombo Coffee Company,12/20/2019,Business," Sri Lanka's Colombo Coffee Company, a café operator and provider of branded coffee for restaurants and hotels said it ...","Akbar Brothers invests Rs100mn in Sri Lanka's Colombo Coffee Company  Sri Lanka's Colombo Coffee Company, a café operator and provider of branded coffee for restaurants and hotels said it ...",negative,-0.592604816
Several red alerts issued as heavy rains continue,12/20/2019,Weather and Climate,"eavy showers are likely over the next 24 hours, particularly in the southwestern parts of the island, the Department of ...","Several red alerts issued as heavy rains continue eavy showers are likely over the next 24 hours, particularly in the southwestern parts of the island, the Department of ...",negative,-0.943912506
"Sri Lanka computer literacy grows, ongoing shift from computers to smartphones",12/20/2019,ICT,"Sri Lanka's computer literacy in 2018 had grown to 29 percent from 28.6 percent a year earlier, the census and statistic...","Sri Lanka computer literacy grows, ongoing shift from computers to smartphones Sri Lanka's computer literacy in 2018 had grown to 29 percent from 28.6 percent a year earlier, the census and statistic...",positive,0.995563507
Senior Swiss diplomat in town to clarify alleged abduction,12/20/2019,International Relations,High-level diplomatic talks between Colombo and Bern were underway this week on the controversy surrounding the alleged ...,Senior Swiss diplomat in town to clarify alleged abduction High-level diplomatic talks between Colombo and Bern were underway this week on the controversy surrounding the alleged ...,positive,0.523336709
Global tobacco use among males falls for first time on tougher policies: WHO,12/20/2019,Fiscal,"Tobacco use among men have fallen for the first time globally, showing a powerful shift in trends, the World Health Orga...","Global tobacco use among males falls for first time on tougher policies: WHO Tobacco use among men have fallen for the first time globally, showing a powerful shift in trends, the World Health Orga...",positive,0.951666832
CAA announces maximum retail price for rice,12/20/2019,Consumer Affairs,"Issuing an extraordinary gazette yesterday, the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) announced Maximum Retail Prices (MRPs) ...","CAA announces maximum retail price for rice Issuing an extraordinary gazette yesterday, the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) announced Maximum Retail Prices (MRPs) ...",positive,0.92732501
Sri Lanka seeking SAGT-style deal for Colombo's East terminal: PB Jayasundera,12/20/2019,Logistics,Sri Lanka is encouraging a build operate transfer style deal for Colombo's East terminal which may require over 500 mill...,Sri Lanka seeking SAGT-style deal for Colombo's East terminal: PB Jayasundera Sri Lanka is encouraging a build operate transfer style deal for Colombo's East terminal which may require over 500 mill...,positive,0.975812495
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields stable",12/20/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.60/75 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while gilt yields were...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.60/75 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while gilt yields were...",negative,-0.986821234
Sri Lanka approves US$250mn mixed-development project in Colombo,12/20/2019,Business," Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers has approved a 250 million US dollar mixed development project in Colombo, a cabinet s...","Sri Lanka approves US$250mn mixed-development project in Colombo  Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers has approved a 250 million US dollar mixed development project in Colombo, a cabinet s...",positive,0.697475016
Asian markets swing but trade deal keeps mood buoyant,12/20/2019,International news,"Asian markets fluctuated on Friday as investors await fresh catalysts to drive business, though with the China-US trade ...","Asian markets swing but trade deal keeps mood buoyant Asian markets fluctuated on Friday as investors await fresh catalysts to drive business, though with the China-US trade ...",positive,0.955786228
"Sri Lanka ex-minister remand exteded, allies claim political revenge",12/20/2019,Legal,The arrest of former minister Patali Champika over a 2016 road accident is an act of political revenge and the speaker o...,"Sri Lanka ex-minister remand exteded, allies claim political revenge The arrest of former minister Patali Champika over a 2016 road accident is an act of political revenge and the speaker o...",negative,-0.977526903
"Sri Lanka targets 5.5-pct deficit, up to 4.5-pct GDP growth in 2020: FinMin",12/20/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is targeting 5.5 percent deficit for 2020, with expenditure cuts, slowdowns in capital projects and adjustment...","Sri Lanka targets 5.5-pct deficit, up to 4.5-pct GDP growth in 2020: FinMin Sri Lanka is targeting 5.5 percent deficit for 2020, with expenditure cuts, slowdowns in capital projects and adjustment...",negative,-0.986050427
Sri Lanka says will reach IMF program targets for 2019,12/20/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka says it has met the final targets for a program set for December 2019 with the International Monetary Fund, wh...","Sri Lanka says will reach IMF program targets for 2019 Sri Lanka says it has met the final targets for a program set for December 2019 with the International Monetary Fund, wh...",negative,-0.578131616
"UNP lawmakers, activists protest Patali arrest, accuse govt of repression",12/19/2019,Politics,A group of opposition lawmakers and civil society activists condemned last night's arrest of MP Patali Champika Ranawaka...,"UNP lawmakers, activists protest Patali arrest, accuse govt of repression A group of opposition lawmakers and civil society activists condemned last night's arrest of MP Patali Champika Ranawaka...",negative,-0.976698875
"Sri Lanka will not re-negotiate commercial terms of Hambantota deal, only security: President",12/19/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka is not looking to change commercial terms in an agreement with China on the lease  of a port in Hambantota, bu...","Sri Lanka will not re-negotiate commercial terms of Hambantota deal, only security: President Sri Lanka is not looking to change commercial terms in an agreement with China on the lease  of a port in Hambantota, bu...",negative,-0.99660635
Patali re-remanded until Monday,12/19/2019,Law and Order,Former Minister and Parliamentarian Patali Champaka Ranawaka was re-remanded until Monday by the Colombo Additional Magi...,Patali re-remanded until Monday Former Minister and Parliamentarian Patali Champaka Ranawaka was re-remanded until Monday by the Colombo Additional Magi...,negative,-0.953391671
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields up",12/19/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.35/50 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while gilt yields gained...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.35/50 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while gilt yields gained...",negative,-0.993654132
Sri Lanka may start talks with IMF in January: Jayasundera,12/19/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is likely to start talks with International Monetary Fund on a possible deal in line with the new administrati...,Sri Lanka may start talks with IMF in January: Jayasundera Sri Lanka is likely to start talks with International Monetary Fund on a possible deal in line with the new administrati...,positive,0.95389086
Cabinet decides to provide economic relief to the tea industry,12/19/2019,Economy,"The government is proposing to grant relief to Tea Factory owners by relieving them from their debt burden, Co-Cabinet S...","Cabinet decides to provide economic relief to the tea industry The government is proposing to grant relief to Tea Factory owners by relieving them from their debt burden, Co-Cabinet S...",negative,-0.939875305
Sri Lanka to give debt relief to tea factory owners,12/19/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's cabinet in principle has agreed to provide debt relief to tea factory owners, co-cabinet spokesperson Ramesh...","Sri Lanka to give debt relief to tea factory owners Sri Lanka's cabinet in principle has agreed to provide debt relief to tea factory owners, co-cabinet spokesperson Ramesh...",positive,0.952052951
Ceylon Cold Stores drags down Sri Lanka stocks,12/19/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.23 percent lower on Thursday, being held down by Ceylon Cold Stores (CCS), provisional data ...","Ceylon Cold Stores drags down Sri Lanka stocks Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.23 percent lower on Thursday, being held down by Ceylon Cold Stores (CCS), provisional data ...",negative,-0.999623656
UNP will move forward resolving the internal conflict – Akila Viraj,12/19/2019,Politics,UNP General Secretary MP Akila Viraj Kariyawasam said that the party will move forward resolving its internal issues wit...,UNP will move forward resolving the internal conflict – Akila Viraj UNP General Secretary MP Akila Viraj Kariyawasam said that the party will move forward resolving its internal issues wit...,positive,0.999028325
Showery conditions to enhance over the island today,12/19/2019,Politics,The National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has issued a Red Alert Landslide warning to people residing in Nuwara...,Showery conditions to enhance over the island today The National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has issued a Red Alert Landslide warning to people residing in Nuwara...,negative,-0.58158654
Sri Lanka's corporate earnings fall 9.6-pct in Sept,12/19/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's corporate earnings among 264 listed firms fell 9.6 percent from a year earlier in the September 2019 quarter...,Sri Lanka's corporate earnings fall 9.6-pct in Sept Sri Lanka's corporate earnings among 264 listed firms fell 9.6 percent from a year earlier in the September 2019 quarter...,negative,-0.999163032
Arrest of Patali is not  political vendetta-Bandula,12/19/2019,Politics,Co-Cabinet Spokesman Minister Bandula Gunawardena said that the arrest of former minister Patali Champika Ranawaka was n...,Arrest of Patali is not  political vendetta-Bandula Co-Cabinet Spokesman Minister Bandula Gunawardena said that the arrest of former minister Patali Champika Ranawaka was n...,negative,-0.99495846
Swiss Embassy staffer brought to National Institute of Mental Health,12/19/2019,International Relations,The Swiss Embassy staffer in the centre of the alleged abduction controversy was brought to the National Institute of Me...,Swiss Embassy staffer brought to National Institute of Mental Health The Swiss Embassy staffer in the centre of the alleged abduction controversy was brought to the National Institute of Me...,negative,-0.954973578
Cabinet to suspend signing of MCC compact,12/19/2019,International Relations,The Cabinet of Ministers has decided to temporarily suspend the signing of the Millenium Challenge Corporation (MCC) com...,Cabinet to suspend signing of MCC compact The Cabinet of Ministers has decided to temporarily suspend the signing of the Millenium Challenge Corporation (MCC) com...,negative,-0.99879992
Sri Lanka to set up national policy and planning agency,12/19/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will set up a national policy and planning agency to transparently formulate economic policies, the cabinet of...","Sri Lanka to set up national policy and planning agency Sri Lanka will set up a national policy and planning agency to transparently formulate economic policies, the cabinet of...",positive,0.97777313
Patali remanded till 24; bail rejected,12/19/2019,Politics,Former Minister Patali Champika Ranawaka who was taken into police custody last night has been further remanded till 24 ...,Patali remanded till 24; bail rejected Former Minister Patali Champika Ranawaka who was taken into police custody last night has been further remanded till 24 ...,negative,-0.961552382
Sri Lanka appoints committee to analyse MCC deal,12/19/2019,General Economy,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers has appointed a committee to analyze the 480 million US dollar grant from the US Millen...,Sri Lanka appoints committee to analyse MCC deal Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers has appointed a committee to analyze the 480 million US dollar grant from the US Millen...,positive,0.581912935
"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks open weaker",12/19/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.25/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while gilt yields ga...","Sri Lanka rupee, stocks open weaker Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.25/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while gilt yields ga...",negative,-0.994880676
Sri Lanka's NDBIB arranges US$12mn credit for Maldives fuel distributor,12/19/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's NDB Investment Bank said it arranged a 12 million dollar credit for The Hawks Private Limited, an importer a...","Sri Lanka's NDBIB arranges US$12mn credit for Maldives fuel distributor Sri Lanka's NDB Investment Bank said it arranged a 12 million dollar credit for The Hawks Private Limited, an importer a...",negative,-0.977291167
Colombo assures Berne that embassy staffer's rights will be protected,12/19/2019,Human Rights,Sri Lanka's Minister for Foreign Relations  Dinesh Gunawardena giving assurances that the rights of the detained local s...,Colombo assures Berne that embassy staffer's rights will be protected Sri Lanka's Minister for Foreign Relations  Dinesh Gunawardena giving assurances that the rights of the detained local s...,positive,0.72207427
Sri Lanka sovereign rating outlook downgraded to 'negative' by Fitch over tax cuts,12/19/2019,Economy,"The outlook on Sri Lanka's sovereign credit has been downgraded to 'negative' from 'stable' over recent tax cuts, but ha...","Sri Lanka sovereign rating outlook downgraded to 'negative' by Fitch over tax cuts The outlook on Sri Lanka's sovereign credit has been downgraded to 'negative' from 'stable' over recent tax cuts, but ha...",negative,-0.997944057
Sri Lanka ex-Minister Champika Ranawaka arrested over 2016 accident,12/19/2019,Legal,"Ex-Minister Patali Champika Ranawaka was arrested and remanded on December 18, over an accident in 2016 involving a moto...","Sri Lanka ex-Minister Champika Ranawaka arrested over 2016 accident Ex-Minister Patali Champika Ranawaka was arrested and remanded on December 18, over an accident in 2016 involving a moto...",negative,-0.941495478
Banker Chandani Werapitiya appointed Director General of Sri Lanka tourism regulator,12/18/2019,Business,"Banking professional Chandani Werapitiya has been appointed the new director general of the state-tourism regulator, the...","Banker Chandani Werapitiya appointed Director General of Sri Lanka tourism regulator Banking professional Chandani Werapitiya has been appointed the new director general of the state-tourism regulator, the...",positive,0.996530354
Champika arrested,12/18/2019,Politics,In a brief Facebook live broadcast Ranawaka is seen talking to the camera while policemen mill about his living room.,Champika arrested In a brief Facebook live broadcast Ranawaka is seen talking to the camera while policemen mill about his living room.,negative,-0.982955277
Will Mural demonising the MCC deal be taken down?,12/18/2019,International Relations,The mural depicts a fearsome dragon-like creature emerging from the US flag moving to devour Sri Lanka. ,Will Mural demonising the MCC deal be taken down? The mural depicts a fearsome dragon-like creature emerging from the US flag moving to devour Sri Lanka. ,negative,-0.955044031
Sri Lanka's GDP grows 2.7-pct in 2019 3Q,12/18/2019,Economy, Sri Lanka's gross domestic product (GDP) grew 2.7 percent in the third quarter of 2019 from a 3.5 percent growth  year ...,Sri Lanka's GDP grows 2.7-pct in 2019 3Q  Sri Lanka's gross domestic product (GDP) grew 2.7 percent in the third quarter of 2019 from a 3.5 percent growth  year ...,positive,0.960453212
Sri Lanka plans to reach 100-pct renewable energy by 2050,12/18/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka will obtain 100 percent of the country's electricity need through renewable energy by 2050, Power and Energy M...","Sri Lanka plans to reach 100-pct renewable energy by 2050 Sri Lanka will obtain 100 percent of the country's electricity need through renewable energy by 2050, Power and Energy M...",positive,0.990603387
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields edge up",12/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.15/25 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while gilt yields margi...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields edge up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.15/25 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while gilt yields margi...",negative,-0.979410529
No school books and uniforms - Women's Group,12/18/2019,Education,"Women for Rights, a women’s rights group affiliated with JVP today (18) said that Government has failed to provide sch...","No school books and uniforms - Women's Group Women for Rights, a women’s rights group affiliated with JVP today (18) said that Government has failed to provide sch...",negative,-0.999186456
Australia's Different starts operations in Sri Lanka,12/18/2019,Uncategorized,"'Different’, an Australian tech company with a real estate app, started its back-office operations in Sri Lanka and is...","Australia's Different starts operations in Sri Lanka 'Different’, an Australian tech company with a real estate app, started its back-office operations in Sri Lanka and is...",positive,0.976431966
Sri Lanka slips in global gender gap rankings: WEF,12/18/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has slipped in the global rankings for gender parity, a World Economic Forum report said.","Sri Lanka slips in global gender gap rankings: WEF Sri Lanka has slipped in the global rankings for gender parity, a World Economic Forum report said.",negative,-0.999278605
Lion Brewery drags down Sri Lanka stocks,12/18/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.05 percent lower on Wednesday, dragged down by Lion Brewery Ceylon, provisional data showed....","Lion Brewery drags down Sri Lanka stocks Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.05 percent lower on Wednesday, dragged down by Lion Brewery Ceylon, provisional data showed....",negative,-0.999658942
Uber introduces two new safety features to Sri Lanka,12/18/2019,Consumer Affairs,US-based ride-hailing company Uber announced two new safety features for users in Sri Lanka as part of a 'Safety Never S...,Uber introduces two new safety features to Sri Lanka US-based ride-hailing company Uber announced two new safety features for users in Sri Lanka as part of a 'Safety Never S...,negative,-0.840022743
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields sharply up,12/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields rose across maturities with the 12-month yield rising 22 basis points to 8.45 percent desp...,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields sharply up Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields rose across maturities with the 12-month yield rising 22 basis points to 8.45 percent desp...,positive,0.988465667
Eknaligoda disappearance trial to begin Feb 20,12/18/2019,Crime,The trial of 10 Military Intelligence officers over the alleged enforced disappearance of journalist Prageeth Eknaligoda...,Eknaligoda disappearance trial to begin Feb 20 The trial of 10 Military Intelligence officers over the alleged enforced disappearance of journalist Prageeth Eknaligoda...,negative,-0.972676337
Sri Lanka phone users targeted in suspected premium callback scam,12/18/2019,ICT,Phone users in Sri Lanka have been receiving missed calls from strange numbers in from African and other countries in a ...,Sri Lanka phone users targeted in suspected premium callback scam Phone users in Sri Lanka have been receiving missed calls from strange numbers in from African and other countries in a ...,negative,-0.997763038
Low supply of essential foodstuff driving prices up,12/18/2019,Consumer Affairs,"Over the past few weeks, the price of rice, vegetables and onions have consistently gone up because of the shortage of s...","Low supply of essential foodstuff driving prices up Over the past few weeks, the price of rice, vegetables and onions have consistently gone up because of the shortage of s...",negative,-0.998084784
US re-issues travel warning for Sri Lanka,12/18/2019,International Relations,The United States has reissued its “Exercise Increased Caution” Travel Advisory for Sri Lanka “in view of the upco...,US re-issues travel warning for Sri Lanka The United States has reissued its “Exercise Increased Caution” Travel Advisory for Sri Lanka “in view of the upco...,negative,-0.991896927
"Sri Lanka large caps still undervalued, consumer goods has potential: Asia Securities",12/18/2019,Markets,"A rally is Sri Lanka's stock market is the second half of 2019 has pushed up construction, manufacturing and telecom sec...","Sri Lanka large caps still undervalued, consumer goods has potential: Asia Securities A rally is Sri Lanka's stock market is the second half of 2019 has pushed up construction, manufacturing and telecom sec...",positive,0.992700815
No more plastic water bottles at Presidential Secretariat,12/18/2019,Politics,The Presidential Secretariat has decided to stop providing plastic water bottles for those who participate in various me...,No more plastic water bottles at Presidential Secretariat The Presidential Secretariat has decided to stop providing plastic water bottles for those who participate in various me...,negative,-0.99739325
"Sri Lanka rupee, bonds steady at open",12/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.10/20 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while gilt yields w...","Sri Lanka rupee, bonds steady at open Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.10/20 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while gilt yields w...",positive,0.952383995
"Sri Lanka gets World Bank loan, EU grant to boost public sector",12/18/2019,Economy,The World Bank has approved a 25 million US dollar loan to Sri Lanka to improve the transparency and efficiency of core ...,"Sri Lanka gets World Bank loan, EU grant to boost public sector The World Bank has approved a 25 million US dollar loan to Sri Lanka to improve the transparency and efficiency of core ...",positive,0.982516408
Asian markets mostly rise but dealers show signs of slowing,12/18/2019,International news,Asian markets edged up Wednesday but investors appear to be taking their foot off the pedal after the recent trade deal-...,Asian markets mostly rise but dealers show signs of slowing Asian markets edged up Wednesday but investors appear to be taking their foot off the pedal after the recent trade deal-...,negative,-0.976713657
Sri Lanka’s McLarens Holdings eyes automobile component manufacture,12/18/2019,Apparel,"Sri Lanka's McLarens Holdings, a shipping sector player that has started an advanced engineering and productivity enhanc...","Sri Lanka’s McLarens Holdings eyes automobile component manufacture Sri Lanka's McLarens Holdings, a shipping sector player that has started an advanced engineering and productivity enhanc...",positive,0.997598231
UK's new 'people's government' to boycott Davos,12/18/2019,International news,"Newly re-elected British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will not attend next month's Davos summit, nor will he send any mi...","UK's new 'people's government' to boycott Davos Newly re-elected British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will not attend next month's Davos summit, nor will he send any mi...",negative,-0.999166369
Sri Lanka’s John Keells Hotels reopens Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa Maldives: report,12/18/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka’s hotel chain Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts reopened Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa Maldives, after refurbishments, ...","Sri Lanka’s John Keells Hotels reopens Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa Maldives: report Sri Lanka’s hotel chain Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts reopened Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa Maldives, after refurbishments, ...",negative,-0.770213246
IFC and Ceylon Biscuits Limited to back women retailers in Sri Lanka,12/17/2019,Business,"The International Finance Corporation (IFC), said it has inked a partnership with Ceylon Biscuits Limited (CBL) Group to...","IFC and Ceylon Biscuits Limited to back women retailers in Sri Lanka The International Finance Corporation (IFC), said it has inked a partnership with Ceylon Biscuits Limited (CBL) Group to...",positive,0.706455946
"Sri Lanka to up employer EPF contribution to 15-pct, start social security fund",12/17/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka will raise the contribution by employers to the  Employees Provident Fund to 15 percent from the current 12 pe...,"Sri Lanka to up employer EPF contribution to 15-pct, start social security fund Sri Lanka will raise the contribution by employers to the  Employees Provident Fund to 15 percent from the current 12 pe...",positive,0.884067774
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields stable",12/17/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger 181.05/20 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while gilt yields were sta...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger 181.05/20 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while gilt yields were sta...",negative,-0.903902233
"Sri Lanka monthly manufacturing growth slows, services accelerate in Nov",12/17/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's manufacturing growth slowed in November on the apparel industry, while services growth accelerated during th...","Sri Lanka monthly manufacturing growth slows, services accelerate in Nov Sri Lanka's manufacturing growth slowed in November on the apparel industry, while services growth accelerated during th...",negative,-0.995408833
Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings postpones Crescat refurbishment on Dec sales,12/17/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings (JKH) has decided to postpone the decision to refurbish the Crescat shopping mall due t...,Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings postpones Crescat refurbishment on Dec sales Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings (JKH) has decided to postpone the decision to refurbish the Crescat shopping mall due t...,negative,-0.999020457
Over 50% of driver's license medical failures due to eyesight issues - NTMI,12/17/2019,Politics,"According to the statistics by the National Transport Medical Institute (NTMI) for the year 2019, It has been revealed t...","Over 50% of driver's license medical failures due to eyesight issues - NTMI According to the statistics by the National Transport Medical Institute (NTMI) for the year 2019, It has been revealed t...",negative,-0.99694103
"Germany gives credit, grants to finish Sri Lanka's Helmut Kohl hospital",12/17/2019,Economy,Germany is giving credit and grants to complete a hospital in Sri Lanka initiated by a gift from former Chancellor Helmu...,"Germany gives credit, grants to finish Sri Lanka's Helmut Kohl hospital Germany is giving credit and grants to complete a hospital in Sri Lanka initiated by a gift from former Chancellor Helmu...",positive,0.996474087
Diversified holdings snap Sri Lanka stocks from two-day fall,12/17/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.09 percent stronger on Tuesday, snapping back a two-day fall supported by diversified holdin...","Diversified holdings snap Sri Lanka stocks from two-day fall Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.09 percent stronger on Tuesday, snapping back a two-day fall supported by diversified holdin...",negative,-0.98635155
"Sri Lanka's NITF outlook cut to negative, AA-(lka) rating confirmed",12/17/2019,Finance,"The outlook of Sri Lanka's National Insurance Trust Fund, a fully state-owned insurer which also re-insures some domesti...","Sri Lanka's NITF outlook cut to negative, AA-(lka) rating confirmed The outlook of Sri Lanka's National Insurance Trust Fund, a fully state-owned insurer which also re-insures some domesti...",negative,-0.997220993
Singapore's Zilingo acquires Sri Lanka's nCinga for US$15.5mn,12/17/2019,Apparel,"Zilingo, a Singapore-based fashion platform, has acquired Sri Lanka's nCinga Innovations for 15.5 million US dollars in ...","Singapore's Zilingo acquires Sri Lanka's nCinga for US$15.5mn Zilingo, a Singapore-based fashion platform, has acquired Sri Lanka's nCinga Innovations for 15.5 million US dollars in ...",positive,0.798240721
We are not here to catch thieves-Amaraweera,12/17/2019,Politics,"Minister of Passenger Transport Management, Power and Energy Mahinda Amaraweera says that the present government has not...","We are not here to catch thieves-Amaraweera Minister of Passenger Transport Management, Power and Energy Mahinda Amaraweera says that the present government has not...",negative,-0.998897791
State universities lack data science units: IPS,12/17/2019,Education,"Only two state-owned Sri Lankan universities have set up units to train data scientists who are in high demand, the Inst...","State universities lack data science units: IPS Only two state-owned Sri Lankan universities have set up units to train data scientists who are in high demand, the Inst...",negative,-0.996970534
63 senior Army Officers promoted,12/17/2019,Security,The President upon the recommendation of Army Commander Shavendra Silva has promoted a total of 63 Army Officers to thei...,63 senior Army Officers promoted The President upon the recommendation of Army Commander Shavendra Silva has promoted a total of 63 Army Officers to thei...,positive,0.997755587
Sri Lanka firms should not raise wages steeply: Deputy CB Governor,12/17/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's businesses should not enter into wage contracts with employees which would steeply increase their salaries a...,Sri Lanka firms should not raise wages steeply: Deputy CB Governor Sri Lanka's businesses should not enter into wage contracts with employees which would steeply increase their salaries a...,negative,-0.999312758
"Sri Lanka rupee slightly firmer, stocks gain at open",12/17/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted slightly firmer at 181.10/20 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while gilt y...","Sri Lanka rupee slightly firmer, stocks gain at open Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted slightly firmer at 181.10/20 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while gilt y...",negative,-0.984104037
Swiss concerned at the arrest of staffer,12/17/2019,Human Rights,The government of Switzerland is expressing concern at the arrest of their Embassy staffer by police and called for due ...,Swiss concerned at the arrest of staffer The government of Switzerland is expressing concern at the arrest of their Embassy staffer by police and called for due ...,negative,-0.975576997
Sri Lanka businesses urged to lower prices after tax cut by President,12/17/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's businesses should cut retail prices, after taxes were slashed, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has said, as pri...","Sri Lanka businesses urged to lower prices after tax cut by President Sri Lanka's businesses should cut retail prices, after taxes were slashed, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has said, as pri...",negative,-0.911836267
Businesses urged to pass on tax-cut benefits to consumers,12/17/2019,Consumer Affairs,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa in a wide-ranging press conference held in Colombo yesterday urged businesses in Sri Lanka ...,Businesses urged to pass on tax-cut benefits to consumers President Gotabaya Rajapaksa in a wide-ranging press conference held in Colombo yesterday urged businesses in Sri Lanka ...,positive,0.985909045
"Sri Lanka to control sale of raw minerals to foreigners, bulk tea exports",12/17/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is to control the exports of mineral in raw form to foreign buyers in raw form and discourage exports of bulk ...,"Sri Lanka to control sale of raw minerals to foreigners, bulk tea exports Sri Lanka is to control the exports of mineral in raw form to foreign buyers in raw form and discourage exports of bulk ...",negative,-0.994480968
UNP cries foul over alleged abduction of Patali's driver's family,12/16/2019,Politics,The UNP charged today that the family of MP Patali Champika Ranawaka's former driver were unlawfully detained in the ear...,UNP cries foul over alleged abduction of Patali's driver's family The UNP charged today that the family of MP Patali Champika Ranawaka's former driver were unlawfully detained in the ear...,negative,-0.998859525
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields stable",12/16/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.20/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday from Friday, while gilt yie...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.20/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday from Friday, while gilt yie...",negative,-0.990796685
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 27-pct in a month,12/16/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka raw coconut prices grew 4 percent to 39,823 rupees at a weekly auction of December 13, up from 38,275, extendi...","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 27-pct in a month Sri Lanka raw coconut prices grew 4 percent to 39,823 rupees at a weekly auction of December 13, up from 38,275, extendi...",negative,-0.959823489
Swiss Embassy local staffer arrested,12/16/2019,Law and Order,"Garnier Banister Francis, the Sri Lankan staffer working at the Swiss Embassy in Colombo who alleged that she had been a...","Swiss Embassy local staffer arrested Garnier Banister Francis, the Sri Lankan staffer working at the Swiss Embassy in Colombo who alleged that she had been a...",negative,-0.991498768
US trains English teachers to prepare Sri Lanka students for global markets,12/16/2019,Education,"The United States is training English teachers in Sri Lanka to help equip students with a range of language, leadership ...","US trains English teachers to prepare Sri Lanka students for global markets The United States is training English teachers in Sri Lanka to help equip students with a range of language, leadership ...",positive,0.988858104
"""I am the victim"" - President on the Swiss Embassy drama",12/16/2019,Law and Order,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa says he is the victim in the case of the Swiss Embassy staffer who says she was abducted an...,"""I am the victim"" - President on the Swiss Embassy drama President Gotabaya Rajapaksa says he is the victim in the case of the Swiss Embassy staffer who says she was abducted an...",negative,-0.990365982
Sri Lanka state universities lack data science units: IPS,12/16/2019,Education,"Only two state-owned Sri Lankan universities have set up units to train data scientists who are in high demand, the Inst...","Sri Lanka state universities lack data science units: IPS Only two state-owned Sri Lankan universities have set up units to train data scientists who are in high demand, the Inst...",negative,-0.997201681
"Sri Lanka stocks fall, Lanka Tiles gains after signing Chinese joint venture",12/16/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.56 percent lower on Monday, dragged down by Commercial Leasing and Finance, provisional data...","Sri Lanka stocks fall, Lanka Tiles gains after signing Chinese joint venture Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.56 percent lower on Monday, dragged down by Commercial Leasing and Finance, provisional data...",negative,-0.999352038
Sri Lanka to ban foreign contractors from  state projects,12/16/2019,Economy," Sri Lanka's new government policy for the next five years will focus heavily on the construction and housing sector, wi...","Sri Lanka to ban foreign contractors from  state projects  Sri Lanka's new government policy for the next five years will focus heavily on the construction and housing sector, wi...",negative,-0.564352751
Govt contradicting itself on MCC compact - JVP,12/16/2019,Politics,The JVP accused the new government today of contradicting its own stance on the controversial Millennium Challenge Corpo...,Govt contradicting itself on MCC compact - JVP The JVP accused the new government today of contradicting its own stance on the controversial Millennium Challenge Corpo...,negative,-0.995882511
Sri Lanka suspends state-sponsored oligopoly in wheat flour,12/16/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's new administration has suspended a state-sponsored oligopoly in wheat flour created by differential taxes th...,Sri Lanka suspends state-sponsored oligopoly in wheat flour Sri Lanka's new administration has suspended a state-sponsored oligopoly in wheat flour created by differential taxes th...,negative,-0.999186218
"Experimental, genetically altered mosquito to fight dengue",12/16/2019,Health,Sri Lanka will experiment with an imported genetically altered breed of mosquito designed to make female dengue mosquito...,"Experimental, genetically altered mosquito to fight dengue Sri Lanka will experiment with an imported genetically altered breed of mosquito designed to make female dengue mosquito...",negative,-0.955589294
Ashok Pathirage appointed Chairman of SriLankan Airlines,12/16/2019,Aviation,"Top businessman Ashok Pathirage has been appointed chairman of the national carrier SriLankan Airlines, he said.","Ashok Pathirage appointed Chairman of SriLankan Airlines Top businessman Ashok Pathirage has been appointed chairman of the national carrier SriLankan Airlines, he said.",positive,0.996619105
Lanka Tiles partners China firm to export tiles to the US amid trade war,12/16/2019,Business,"Lanka Tiles Plc, a Sri Lankan ceramics firm, said it has entered into a joint venture with China's Foshan Shiwan Yulong ...","Lanka Tiles partners China firm to export tiles to the US amid trade war Lanka Tiles Plc, a Sri Lankan ceramics firm, said it has entered into a joint venture with China's Foshan Shiwan Yulong ...",negative,-0.93122524
"Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, stocks fall",12/16/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted flat at 181.10/25 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday from Friday, while gilt y...","Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, stocks fall Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted flat at 181.10/25 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday from Friday, while gilt y...",negative,-0.999301672
Sri Lanka to set up national development bank for subsidized credit,12/16/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka will set up a 'national development bank'  to give long term subsidized credit to construction, agriculture an...","Sri Lanka to set up national development bank for subsidized credit Sri Lanka will set up a 'national development bank'  to give long term subsidized credit to construction, agriculture an...",negative,-0.973902166
Sri Lanka to bar foreigners from free state healthcare,12/16/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka will ban foreign nationals in the country from getting free healthcare from the state hospitals, under a new g...","Sri Lanka to bar foreigners from free state healthcare Sri Lanka will ban foreign nationals in the country from getting free healthcare from the state hospitals, under a new g...",negative,-0.993120611
Sri Lanka to widen negative list for foreign investments,12/16/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka will expand a negative list for foreign investments in an unspecified set of industries, a government policy d...","Sri Lanka to widen negative list for foreign investments Sri Lanka will expand a negative list for foreign investments in an unspecified set of industries, a government policy d...",negative,-0.997495055
"Sri Lanka targets US$6,500 per capita income by 2025",12/15/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is targeting a per capita gross domestic product of 6,500 Us dollars by 2025, with annual growth of 6.5 percen...","Sri Lanka targets US$6,500 per capita income by 2025 Sri Lanka is targeting a per capita gross domestic product of 6,500 Us dollars by 2025, with annual growth of 6.5 percen...",positive,0.948322892
Sri Lanka to get private investors for West terminal in Colombo,12/15/2019,Logistics,Sri Lanka will attract private investment into a planned West container terminal and study the feasibility of a 'cross-b...,Sri Lanka to get private investors for West terminal in Colombo Sri Lanka will attract private investment into a planned West container terminal and study the feasibility of a 'cross-b...,positive,0.981319189
Sri Lanka to bring law to ban privatization,12/15/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will bring a law to stop privatization and introduce laws to protect state owned entities, but will amalgamate...","Sri Lanka to bring law to ban privatization Sri Lanka will bring a law to stop privatization and introduce laws to protect state owned entities, but will amalgamate...",negative,-0.885254979
Sri Lanka's Harpo's to bake pizza across South Asia,12/15/2019,Business,"Harpo's, the homegrown Sri Lankan pizza and pasta chain, will be expanding into South Asia with a franchise, founder and...","Sri Lanka's Harpo's to bake pizza across South Asia Harpo's, the homegrown Sri Lankan pizza and pasta chain, will be expanding into South Asia with a franchise, founder and...",positive,0.999178231
Sri Lanka-based LSEG Technology to clear securities in Philippines stock exchange,12/15/2019,ICT,"Sri Lanka-based LSEG Technology, a unit of London Stock Exchange will provide clearing, settlement and risk management t...","Sri Lanka-based LSEG Technology to clear securities in Philippines stock exchange Sri Lanka-based LSEG Technology, a unit of London Stock Exchange will provide clearing, settlement and risk management t...",positive,0.90920192
Sri Lanka tourist earnings down 10-pct in Nov 2019,12/14/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's tourism revenues were estimated to have been down 10.5 percent from a year earlier to 332 million US dollars...,Sri Lanka tourist earnings down 10-pct in Nov 2019 Sri Lanka's tourism revenues were estimated to have been down 10.5 percent from a year earlier to 332 million US dollars...,negative,-0.999303579
Mobitel to provide all communications for Hatton National Bank,12/14/2019,ICT,Mobile telecom provider Mobitel said it has entered into a partnership to provide all communications facilities to Hatto...,Mobitel to provide all communications for Hatton National Bank Mobile telecom provider Mobitel said it has entered into a partnership to provide all communications facilities to Hatto...,positive,0.749569416
"Sri Lanka exports  down 0.2-pct in Oct, state workers import cars",12/14/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's exports fell 0.2 percent to 977 million dollars in October 2019 from a year earlier mainly due to falling co...,"Sri Lanka exports  down 0.2-pct in Oct, state workers import cars Sri Lanka's exports fell 0.2 percent to 977 million dollars in October 2019 from a year earlier mainly due to falling co...",negative,-0.999400854
Sri Lanka to 'strictly control' land rights of coconut farmland owners,12/14/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka is planning to 'strictly control' the right and freedoms of coconut farm owners to put their land to alternati...,Sri Lanka to 'strictly control' land rights of coconut farmland owners Sri Lanka is planning to 'strictly control' the right and freedoms of coconut farm owners to put their land to alternati...,negative,-0.984051526
Mahinda pledges to safeguard country,12/13/2019,Easter Sunday attacks,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is pledging that his government will ensure the threat to “our national sovereignty a...,Mahinda pledges to safeguard country Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is pledging that his government will ensure the threat to “our national sovereignty a...,positive,0.963062227
"Sri Lanka beats Superbowl, Area 51 for top spot in Google's 'where is' queries",12/13/2019,World,"Sri Lanka has topped Google's (US) ""where is"" category in its Year in Search trends report for 2019.","Sri Lanka beats Superbowl, Area 51 for top spot in Google's 'where is' queries Sri Lanka has topped Google's (US) ""where is"" category in its Year in Search trends report for 2019.",positive,0.993798673
Sri Lanka trumps superbowl location among US Google searches in 2019,12/13/2019,Sci-Tech,"The most curious location in the world among internet users in the United States was Sri Lanka in 2019, according to Goo...","Sri Lanka trumps superbowl location among US Google searches in 2019 The most curious location in the world among internet users in the United States was Sri Lanka in 2019, according to Goo...",negative,-0.537316322
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields stable",12/13/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.10/25 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while gilt yields remained ...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.10/25 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while gilt yields remained ...",negative,-0.989813626
Plan International closes operations in Sri Lanka,12/13/2019,Uncategorized,"Plan International a non-governmental organization(NGO), is closing its operations in Sri Lanka after four decades of ac...","Plan International closes operations in Sri Lanka Plan International a non-governmental organization(NGO), is closing its operations in Sri Lanka after four decades of ac...",negative,-0.998929918
"Sri Lanka President says investors, deeper study, needed for new power projects",12/13/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya had called for new investors for the power generation but foreign investments must come t...,"Sri Lanka President says investors, deeper study, needed for new power projects Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya had called for new investors for the power generation but foreign investments must come t...",negative,-0.997588754
Sri Lanka stocks fall on banking and finance,12/13/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.16 percent lower on Friday, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks fall on banking and finance Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.16 percent lower on Friday, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.998705864
SLFP will build national unity in future govt- Sirisena,12/13/2019,Politics,Former President Maithripala Sirisena stressed that the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) has the responsibility of buildin...,SLFP will build national unity in future govt- Sirisena Former President Maithripala Sirisena stressed that the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) has the responsibility of buildin...,positive,0.9724347
Don't walk on rail track to spot elephant seal - Railway Dept,12/13/2019,Environment,Sri Lanka Railways requested the public today to avoid walking along the stretch of railway track between Bambalapitiya ...,Don't walk on rail track to spot elephant seal - Railway Dept Sri Lanka Railways requested the public today to avoid walking along the stretch of railway track between Bambalapitiya ...,negative,-0.996477187
Japanese Foreign Minister in Sri Lanka,12/13/2019,International Relations,Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi arrived in Sri Lanka last night for an official visit and is expected to mee...,Japanese Foreign Minister in Sri Lanka Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi arrived in Sri Lanka last night for an official visit and is expected to mee...,positive,0.992698491
Sri Lanka PM says new terror threats have to be contained by whatever means,12/13/2019,Defence,Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has said that the threats such as Easter Sunday attacks carried out by Isla...,Sri Lanka PM says new terror threats have to be contained by whatever means Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has said that the threats such as Easter Sunday attacks carried out by Isla...,negative,-0.995545864
Majority of Sri Lankans against protectionist taxes: survey,12/13/2019,Economy,"Advocata, a Colombo-based think tank, said 57 percent of Sri Lankans are against paying a higher price for food and 76 p...","Majority of Sri Lankans against protectionist taxes: survey Advocata, a Colombo-based think tank, said 57 percent of Sri Lankans are against paying a higher price for food and 76 p...",negative,-0.988832951
"Govt will review MCC, SOFA & ACSA, AG tells SC",12/13/2019,Politics,Attorney General Dappula de Livera informed the Supreme Court today that the new government will review the controversia...,"Govt will review MCC, SOFA & ACSA, AG tells SC Attorney General Dappula de Livera informed the Supreme Court today that the new government will review the controversia...",negative,-0.705241024
Ranil congratulates Boris on UK polls victory,12/13/2019,International Relations,Former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe tweeted his congratulations to British Prime Minister Boris Johnson today on ...,Ranil congratulates Boris on UK polls victory Former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe tweeted his congratulations to British Prime Minister Boris Johnson today on ...,positive,0.996182382
"Intelligence plays vital role in monitoring LTTE remnants, extremist groups - Def Secy",12/13/2019,Security,Defence Secretary Kamal Gunaratne said intelligence agencies have a vital role to play in keeping tabs on the LTTE which...,"Intelligence plays vital role in monitoring LTTE remnants, extremist groups - Def Secy Defence Secretary Kamal Gunaratne said intelligence agencies have a vital role to play in keeping tabs on the LTTE which...",positive,0.894704044
"Sri Lanka to double fuel storage, start India-Japan tripartite LNG plant in 2020",12/13/2019,Energy,"Power and Energy Minister Mahinda Amaraweera has said Sri Lanka's crude oil tank capacity will be doubled by 2020, while...","Sri Lanka to double fuel storage, start India-Japan tripartite LNG plant in 2020 Power and Energy Minister Mahinda Amaraweera has said Sri Lanka's crude oil tank capacity will be doubled by 2020, while...",positive,0.829322457
Waruna Liyanage for Ranjith De Zoysa's seat,12/13/2019,Politics,Waruna Priyantha Liyanage has been appointed to the parliamentary seat left vacant by the demise of former UPFA MP Ranji...,Waruna Liyanage for Ranjith De Zoysa's seat Waruna Priyantha Liyanage has been appointed to the parliamentary seat left vacant by the demise of former UPFA MP Ranji...,negative,-0.985961616
"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks stronger at open",12/13/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 180.70/81 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while gilt yields rem...,"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks stronger at open Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 180.70/81 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while gilt yields rem...",negative,-0.950627267
"Sri Lanka industrial activity grows in October on higher food, apparel production",12/13/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's industrial activity had expanded 1.1 percent in October 2019 from a year earlier, the state statistics offic...","Sri Lanka industrial activity grows in October on higher food, apparel production Sri Lanka's industrial activity had expanded 1.1 percent in October 2019 from a year earlier, the state statistics offic...",positive,0.925765753
"Sri Lanka to review MCC deal, no decision yet: ministers",12/13/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka will review a planned deal with the America's Millennium Challenge Corporation, but no decision has yet been m...","Sri Lanka to review MCC deal, no decision yet: ministers Sri Lanka will review a planned deal with the America's Millennium Challenge Corporation, but no decision has yet been m...",negative,-0.987701237
"Central bankers trigger crises, don't admit or learn from mistakes: economist at Sri Lanka forum",12/13/2019,Economy,"Central bankers around the world adopt poor policies which are leading to political crises, theft of income and the rise...","Central bankers trigger crises, don't admit or learn from mistakes: economist at Sri Lanka forum Central bankers around the world adopt poor policies which are leading to political crises, theft of income and the rise...",negative,-0.989496171
"Sri Lanka Bar Association condemns criticism of judges, lawyers who uphold rule of law",12/12/2019,Legal,"The Bar Association of Sri Lanka has condemned the criticism of judges, prosecutors and lawyers who uphold rule of law, ...","Sri Lanka Bar Association condemns criticism of judges, lawyers who uphold rule of law The Bar Association of Sri Lanka has condemned the criticism of judges, prosecutors and lawyers who uphold rule of law, ...",negative,-0.975220501
Most Sri Lankans believe government-run companies are not working- Advocata,12/12/2019,Economy,Eighty-one per cent of Sri Lankans do not believe that the loss incurring State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) can be justifie...,Most Sri Lankans believe government-run companies are not working- Advocata Eighty-one per cent of Sri Lankans do not believe that the loss incurring State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) can be justifie...,negative,-0.921413481
Magistrate wants threats against lawyer probed,12/12/2019,Human Rights,Colombo Magistrate Lanka Jayarathne has asked the Senior Counsel appearing on behalf of the victim of the Swiss Embassy ...,Magistrate wants threats against lawyer probed Colombo Magistrate Lanka Jayarathne has asked the Senior Counsel appearing on behalf of the victim of the Swiss Embassy ...,negative,-0.962272882
Sri Lankans believe SOE service levels do not justify losses: survey,12/12/2019,Economy,Colombo-based think tank Advocata said 81 percent of Sri Lankans believe that services of state-owned enterprises (SOEs)...,Sri Lankans believe SOE service levels do not justify losses: survey Colombo-based think tank Advocata said 81 percent of Sri Lankans believe that services of state-owned enterprises (SOEs)...,negative,-0.997216225
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields steady after bond auction",12/12/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 180.80/90 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while gilt yields remai...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields steady after bond auction Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 180.80/90 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while gilt yields remai...",positive,0.996545255
Treasury approves bonus payments for SOE staff,12/12/2019,Economy,The Treasury has approved the payment bonus for 2019 for the employees of state-owned statutory bodies and fully state-o...,Treasury approves bonus payments for SOE staff The Treasury has approved the payment bonus for 2019 for the employees of state-owned statutory bodies and fully state-o...,positive,0.983788013
Bar Association condemns anti-Judge remarks,12/12/2019,Law and Order,"The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) is condemning “statements made with reference to concluded cases, pending liti...","Bar Association condemns anti-Judge remarks The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) is condemning “statements made with reference to concluded cases, pending liti...",negative,-0.994065046
Johnston launches 'Tell Minister' Facebook group,12/12/2019,Economy,The Ministry of Roads and Highways has launched a public Facebook group where members of the public may post complaints ...,Johnston launches 'Tell Minister' Facebook group The Ministry of Roads and Highways has launched a public Facebook group where members of the public may post complaints ...,negative,-0.924637377
"Sri Lanka to review financial zone, laws, proposed for CHEC Port City",12/12/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka's new administration has appointed a committee of experts to review an investment zone and laws proposed on a ...,"Sri Lanka to review financial zone, laws, proposed for CHEC Port City Sri Lanka's new administration has appointed a committee of experts to review an investment zone and laws proposed on a ...",positive,0.966979921
Sri Lanka stocks snap six day retreat on LOLC Holdings,12/12/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.65 percent higher Thursday, gaining on LOLC Holdings which was planning on the sale of a C...","Sri Lanka stocks snap six day retreat on LOLC Holdings Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.65 percent higher Thursday, gaining on LOLC Holdings which was planning on the sale of a C...",positive,0.676746011
"Sri Lanka sells 5-yr bonds at 9.87-pct, 10-yr bonds at 10.23-pct",12/12/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's debt office has sold a bond maturing on 15.09.2024 at 9.87 percent and a bond maturing on 15.05.2030 at 10.2...,"Sri Lanka sells 5-yr bonds at 9.87-pct, 10-yr bonds at 10.23-pct Sri Lanka's debt office has sold a bond maturing on 15.09.2024 at 9.87 percent and a bond maturing on 15.05.2030 at 10.2...",negative,-0.948105395
School-based system to replace Z score; new trilingual national schools on the cards,12/12/2019,Education,The Cabinet announced a decision today to introduce a new “school-based scientific method” to select students for go...,School-based system to replace Z score; new trilingual national schools on the cards The Cabinet announced a decision today to introduce a new “school-based scientific method” to select students for go...,positive,0.895144463
"Mahinda is ""Super Minister"" in Cabinet",12/12/2019,Politics,"Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is the “Super Minister” in the new Cabinet, controlling 86 departments or instituti...","Mahinda is ""Super Minister"" in Cabinet Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is the “Super Minister” in the new Cabinet, controlling 86 departments or instituti...",positive,0.99295336
"MCC not yet discussed, but will be reviewed before deciding - Govt",12/12/2019,International Relations,"While the controversial Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) compact has yet to be discussed at the Cabinet level, it ...","MCC not yet discussed, but will be reviewed before deciding - Govt While the controversial Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) compact has yet to be discussed at the Cabinet level, it ...",negative,-0.988607764
"Sri Lanka to create 100,000-strong multi-task force: minister",12/12/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers has decided to create a 100,000-strong 'multi-purpose task force' to develop the countr...","Sri Lanka to create 100,000-strong multi-task force: minister Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers has decided to create a 100,000-strong 'multi-purpose task force' to develop the countr...",positive,0.998681366
New Govt obligated to eradicate bribery and corruption – CaFFE,12/12/2019,Corruption,The newly appointed government has a responsibility to improve the investigative process on allegations of bribery or co...,New Govt obligated to eradicate bribery and corruption – CaFFE The newly appointed government has a responsibility to improve the investigative process on allegations of bribery or co...,positive,0.956951797
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields steady",12/12/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 180.90/181.00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while gilt yiel...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields steady Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 180.90/181.00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while gilt yiel...",positive,0.994062841
Sri Lanka to cut wheat flour import duty to relax oligopoly as rice prices spike,12/12/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka will cut import taxes to end a wheat milling and flour oligopoly and bring prices down, as rice prices spiked,...","Sri Lanka to cut wheat flour import duty to relax oligopoly as rice prices spike Sri Lanka will cut import taxes to end a wheat milling and flour oligopoly and bring prices down, as rice prices spiked,...",negative,-0.999170661
Sri Lanka facilitating first US$400mn investment at Port City: Cabraal,12/12/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka is facilitating the maiden 400 million dollar investment at the newly reclaimed land at Port City in Colombo, ...","Sri Lanka facilitating first US$400mn investment at Port City: Cabraal Sri Lanka is facilitating the maiden 400 million dollar investment at the newly reclaimed land at Port City in Colombo, ...",positive,0.997103035
"Sri Lanka's LOLC to exit Cambodia micro-lender, sell down Singapore unit: report",12/12/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's LOLC group plans to exit one of two micro-lenders in Cambodia to fund new acquisitions elsewhere and may als...,"Sri Lanka's LOLC to exit Cambodia micro-lender, sell down Singapore unit: report Sri Lanka's LOLC group plans to exit one of two micro-lenders in Cambodia to fund new acquisitions elsewhere and may als...",negative,-0.99948895
"Sri Lanka gets ADB grant to train homestay owners, revise hotel school syllabus",12/11/2019,Business,"The Asian Development Bank (ADB) said it is funding a 500,000 US dollar grant to train homestay owners and revise the cu...","Sri Lanka gets ADB grant to train homestay owners, revise hotel school syllabus The Asian Development Bank (ADB) said it is funding a 500,000 US dollar grant to train homestay owners and revise the cu...",negative,-0.659569681
UNP seeking to build broader alliance,12/11/2019,Politics,The United National Party will seek to build a broad alliance to ensure a victory at the forthcoming Parliamentary Gener...,UNP seeking to build broader alliance The United National Party will seek to build a broad alliance to ensure a victory at the forthcoming Parliamentary Gener...,positive,0.7770046
SLFP will ensure Gota gets a two-thirds majority - Sirisena,12/11/2019,Politics,The Sri Lanka Freedom Party will do its utmost to ensure that President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will obtain a two-thirds majo...,SLFP will ensure Gota gets a two-thirds majority - Sirisena The Sri Lanka Freedom Party will do its utmost to ensure that President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will obtain a two-thirds majo...,positive,0.996721923
John Keells Holdings campaigns against gender-based violence,12/11/2019,Legal,"John Keells Holdings Plc, Sri Lanka's largest conglomerate, said it conducted a campaign against gender based violence o...","John Keells Holdings campaigns against gender-based violence John Keells Holdings Plc, Sri Lanka's largest conglomerate, said it conducted a campaign against gender based violence o...",negative,-0.97311765
Media condemned for identifying Swiss embassy victim,12/11/2019,Human Rights,The Centre for Policy Alternatives (CPA) is expressing deep concern over the behaviour of the Sri Lankan Media which has...,Media condemned for identifying Swiss embassy victim The Centre for Policy Alternatives (CPA) is expressing deep concern over the behaviour of the Sri Lankan Media which has...,negative,-0.855858147
"Sri Lanka can resume high growth path, cut more taxes: Mark Mobius",12/11/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka can resume a high growth seen before a recent slowdown with the right policies, and more taxes should be cut, ...","Sri Lanka can resume high growth path, cut more taxes: Mark Mobius Sri Lanka can resume a high growth seen before a recent slowdown with the right policies, and more taxes should be cut, ...",negative,-0.946821153
"Government collusion with ""Rice Oligopoly"" caused prices to rise - Harsha",12/10/2019,Consumer Affairs,The government is saying that the major Rice millers of the country have agreed to provide the essential commodity at lo...,"Government collusion with ""Rice Oligopoly"" caused prices to rise - Harsha The government is saying that the major Rice millers of the country have agreed to provide the essential commodity at lo...",negative,-0.998774588
"Sri Lanka invites more investments, tourists from China",12/10/2019,Business,Hi-tech Chinese companies should invest in Sri Lanka and more tourists could also visit the island now that the sector h...,"Sri Lanka invites more investments, tourists from China Hi-tech Chinese companies should invest in Sri Lanka and more tourists could also visit the island now that the sector h...",positive,0.960271716
Sri Lanka moves up in human development ranking,12/10/2019,Politics,"Sri Lanka has moved up the ranks on the Human Development Index (HDI), moving from 76 in 2018 to 71 this year, according...","Sri Lanka moves up in human development ranking Sri Lanka has moved up the ranks on the Human Development Index (HDI), moving from 76 in 2018 to 71 this year, according...",positive,0.998657942
Global Investor sees potential in Lanka,12/10/2019,Economy,Big time emerging markets investor Mark Mobius sees potential in Sri Lanka and says he would invest in real estate and f...,Global Investor sees potential in Lanka Big time emerging markets investor Mark Mobius sees potential in Sri Lanka and says he would invest in real estate and f...,positive,0.997268856
"Sri Lanka interest rates should go down, currency will not fall: Mark Mobius",12/10/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's interest rates should go down, but the rupee will not fall, because the strength of the currency is based on...","Sri Lanka interest rates should go down, currency will not fall: Mark Mobius Sri Lanka's interest rates should go down, but the rupee will not fall, because the strength of the currency is based on...",positive,0.894600987
John Keells Holdings drags down Sri Lanka stocks,12/10/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.71 percent lower on John Keells Holdings (JKH) on Tuesday, continuing a six-day retreat, p...","John Keells Holdings drags down Sri Lanka stocks Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.71 percent lower on John Keells Holdings (JKH) on Tuesday, continuing a six-day retreat, p...",negative,-0.998957157
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals to recover by end of winter season: CB Deputy Governor,12/10/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals are expected to fully recover from the setbacks after the Easter Sunday attacks by the end ...,Sri Lanka tourist arrivals to recover by end of winter season: CB Deputy Governor Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals are expected to fully recover from the setbacks after the Easter Sunday attacks by the end ...,positive,0.711315811
Sri Lanka bad loans expected to fall after tax cuts: HNB,12/10/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's banking sector bad loans are expected to move downwards in 2020 due to the government fiscal stimulus packag...,Sri Lanka bad loans expected to fall after tax cuts: HNB Sri Lanka's banking sector bad loans are expected to move downwards in 2020 due to the government fiscal stimulus packag...,negative,-0.999343574
Beauty queen returns home,12/10/2019,Other News,Mrs of the World Caroline Jurie arrived in Colombo this morning after winning the title at a pageant held in Las Vegas U...,Beauty queen returns home Mrs of the World Caroline Jurie arrived in Colombo this morning after winning the title at a pageant held in Las Vegas U...,positive,0.978572369
Death toll from flooding rises,12/10/2019,Weather and Climate,The death toll from the current heavy rains has risen to eight and 9 others are injured the Disaster Management Centre (...,Death toll from flooding rises The death toll from the current heavy rains has risen to eight and 9 others are injured the Disaster Management Centre (...,negative,-0.99495393
"Mobius says would invest in real estate, fintech, tourism in Sri Lanka",12/10/2019,Economy,"Emerging markets investor Mark Mobius said he would invest in real estate, financial services where there was potential ...","Mobius says would invest in real estate, fintech, tourism in Sri Lanka Emerging markets investor Mark Mobius said he would invest in real estate, financial services where there was potential ...",positive,0.972694278
Japan to back LNG power plant in SL,12/10/2019,Economy,The Japanese Government is giving assurances to support the building of an LNG Gas Power Plant in Sri Lanka in order to ...,Japan to back LNG power plant in SL The Japanese Government is giving assurances to support the building of an LNG Gas Power Plant in Sri Lanka in order to ...,positive,0.968614995
"Sri Lanka rupee gains, stocks fall at open",12/10/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 181.15/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday and stocks opened 0....,"Sri Lanka rupee gains, stocks fall at open Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 181.15/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday and stocks opened 0....",negative,-0.841912389
"Sri Lanka can list SOEs to get capital, boost growth, tackle debt: Mark Mobius",12/10/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka can list state enterprises to attract capital, boost growth and improve liquidity in markets, and also tackle ...","Sri Lanka can list SOEs to get capital, boost growth, tackle debt: Mark Mobius Sri Lanka can list state enterprises to attract capital, boost growth and improve liquidity in markets, and also tackle ...",positive,0.579669833
"Sri Lanka tax cuts can boost demand, but create instability later: ICRA Lanka",12/10/2019,Economy," A series of tax cuts may boost demand in the short term but could generate instability later, unless revenues were boos...","Sri Lanka tax cuts can boost demand, but create instability later: ICRA Lanka  A series of tax cuts may boost demand in the short term but could generate instability later, unless revenues were boos...",negative,-0.997433364
"Sri Lanka public service should change attitude, identify weaknesses: President",12/10/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka's public service should go through an attitudinal transformation and use technology, President Gotabaya Rajapa...","Sri Lanka public service should change attitude, identify weaknesses: President Sri Lanka's public service should go through an attitudinal transformation and use technology, President Gotabaya Rajapa...",negative,-0.981570542
"Paul Volcker, the man who tamed the Fed, dies at 92",12/9/2019,Economy,"Paul Volcker, who tamed the Federal Reserve which was generating high inflation and stagflation in the US after the coll...","Paul Volcker, the man who tamed the Fed, dies at 92 Paul Volcker, who tamed the Federal Reserve which was generating high inflation and stagflation in the US after the coll...",negative,-0.975119293
Its raining medals for Lankan athletes in Nepal,12/9/2019,Sports,"Sri Lanka has made a historical performance in SAARC games 2019 which is being held in Kathmandu and Pokhara, Nepal.","Its raining medals for Lankan athletes in Nepal Sri Lanka has made a historical performance in SAARC games 2019 which is being held in Kathmandu and Pokhara, Nepal.",positive,0.998866081
Lend a paw; save a life - Animal welfare calendar launched,12/9/2019,Arts and Culture,"An animal welfare calendar themed ‘lend a paw; save a life’ has been launched for the year 2020, with the goal of ra...","Lend a paw; save a life - Animal welfare calendar launched An animal welfare calendar themed ‘lend a paw; save a life’ has been launched for the year 2020, with the goal of ra...",negative,-0.90174365
Switzerland helping pro-LTTE diaspora - Def Secy,12/9/2019,International Relations,Sri Lanka’s Secretary to the Ministry of Defense Maj. General (Rtd) Kamal Guneratne is accusing the Swiss authorities ...,Switzerland helping pro-LTTE diaspora - Def Secy Sri Lanka’s Secretary to the Ministry of Defense Maj. General (Rtd) Kamal Guneratne is accusing the Swiss authorities ...,negative,-0.995603442
Only 1.7-pct of Sri Lanka's farming population has formal training: Survey,12/9/2019,Agriculture,"Among Sri Lanka's population engaged in farming, only 1.7 percent had reported they had received formal training in thei...","Only 1.7-pct of Sri Lanka's farming population has formal training: Survey Among Sri Lanka's population engaged in farming, only 1.7 percent had reported they had received formal training in thei...",negative,-0.99454838
Sri Lanka stocks retreat for fifth day,12/9/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.66 percent lower on John Keells Holdings (JKH) on Monday, continuing a five-day retreat, p...","Sri Lanka stocks retreat for fifth day Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.66 percent lower on John Keells Holdings (JKH) on Monday, continuing a five-day retreat, p...",negative,-0.998500824
Half of Sri Lanka has no confidence in state sector; a quarter doesn't mind offering bribes – TISL,12/9/2019,Corruption,"Only 47 per cent of Sri Lankans have confidence in the state sector, according to a survey carried out by Transparency I...","Half of Sri Lanka has no confidence in state sector; a quarter doesn't mind offering bribes – TISL Only 47 per cent of Sri Lankans have confidence in the state sector, according to a survey carried out by Transparency I...",negative,-0.993035614
Sri Lanka census department switches to computerized surveys after pilot study,12/9/2019,Sci-Tech,"The Census and Statistics Department (DCS) has adopted a new computerized interviewing system, which has reduced errors ...","Sri Lanka census department switches to computerized surveys after pilot study The Census and Statistics Department (DCS) has adopted a new computerized interviewing system, which has reduced errors ...",negative,-0.965483725
Release Duminda and LTTE cadres - Gnanasara Thero,12/9/2019,Human Rights,"Bodu Bala Sena (BBS) General Secretary Galagodatthe Gnanasara Thero wants a whole slew of prisoners, ranging from LTTE c...","Release Duminda and LTTE cadres - Gnanasara Thero Bodu Bala Sena (BBS) General Secretary Galagodatthe Gnanasara Thero wants a whole slew of prisoners, ranging from LTTE c...",negative,-0.989629567
Trading prohibition imposed on Sri Lanka stock broker,12/9/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka’s Colombo Stock Exchange has prohibited a broking firm from purchasing securities for day as disciplinary ac...,Trading prohibition imposed on Sri Lanka stock broker Sri Lanka’s Colombo Stock Exchange has prohibited a broking firm from purchasing securities for day as disciplinary ac...,negative,-0.99151808
Sri Lanka orders imported milk powder price cut after tax reduction,12/9/2019,Agriculture,"The regulated prices of 1 kilogram and 400 gram packets of imported milk powder will be reduced, effective from Monday, ...","Sri Lanka orders imported milk powder price cut after tax reduction The regulated prices of 1 kilogram and 400 gram packets of imported milk powder will be reduced, effective from Monday, ...",negative,-0.997746527
USA Today ranks Sri Lanka top warm-weather destination,12/9/2019,Economy,USA Today has named Sri Lanka its top warm-weather destination for the winter season.,USA Today ranks Sri Lanka top warm-weather destination USA Today has named Sri Lanka its top warm-weather destination for the winter season.,positive,0.999797761
Price of milk powder to be reduced,12/9/2019,Consumer Affairs,"The price of imported milk powder will be reduced with effect from midnight today (09), the Consumer Affairs Authority (...","Price of milk powder to be reduced The price of imported milk powder will be reduced with effect from midnight today (09), the Consumer Affairs Authority (...",negative,-0.996848047
"Sri Lanka rupee gains, stocks fall at open",12/9/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 181.10/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields wer...,"Sri Lanka rupee gains, stocks fall at open Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 181.10/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields wer...",negative,-0.979594529
Foreign investors sell Sri Lanka rupee bonds,12/9/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Foreign investors have sold rupee bonds in the first week of December, after being net buyers in the previous week, offi...","Foreign investors sell Sri Lanka rupee bonds Foreign investors have sold rupee bonds in the first week of December, after being net buyers in the previous week, offi...",negative,-0.989878774
"Farming at 40-pct of Sri Lanka households, many members in other occupations",12/9/2019,Agriculture,Around 40 percent of Sri Lanka's 5.2 million households were engaged in growing crops or livestock and about 32 percent ...,"Farming at 40-pct of Sri Lanka households, many members in other occupations Around 40 percent of Sri Lanka's 5.2 million households were engaged in growing crops or livestock and about 32 percent ...",negative,-0.947398782
Used CFL mercury piled up in Sri Lanka with tight regulations: report,12/8/2019,Business,A bulb maker which set up a re-cycling unit to safely dispose compact fluorescent lights (CFL) has been left with severa...,Used CFL mercury piled up in Sri Lanka with tight regulations: report A bulb maker which set up a re-cycling unit to safely dispose compact fluorescent lights (CFL) has been left with severa...,negative,-0.999216199
Colombo talking tough over Brigadier conviction,12/8/2019,International Relations,Sri Lanka is talking tough over the conviction of Brigadier Andige Priyanka Fernando by a UK court for making a threaten...,Colombo talking tough over Brigadier conviction Sri Lanka is talking tough over the conviction of Brigadier Andige Priyanka Fernando by a UK court for making a threaten...,negative,-0.975279689
Sri Lanka forex reserves drop to US$7.5bn in Nov,12/8/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's forex reserves dropped 259 million US dollars to 7.52 billion US dollars  in November official data shows.,Sri Lanka forex reserves drop to US$7.5bn in Nov Sri Lanka's forex reserves dropped 259 million US dollars to 7.52 billion US dollars  in November official data shows.,negative,-0.997298539
Maldives seeks to restructure China debt after years of heavy borrowing,12/7/2019,International news,"The Maldives is seeking a ""diplomatic"" solution to restructure its Chinese debt as the small but strategically located a...","Maldives seeks to restructure China debt after years of heavy borrowing The Maldives is seeking a ""diplomatic"" solution to restructure its Chinese debt as the small but strategically located a...",negative,-0.956513405
Sri Lanka's Caroline Jurie crowned Mrs World at pageant in US,12/7/2019,Business," Caroline Jurie from Sri Lanka has been crowned Mrs World at a pageant held in Las Vegas USA on December 06, more than t...","Sri Lanka's Caroline Jurie crowned Mrs World at pageant in US  Caroline Jurie from Sri Lanka has been crowned Mrs World at a pageant held in Las Vegas USA on December 06, more than t...",positive,0.998913884
South Asia's insiders benefit from crony capitalism: economist,12/7/2019,Economy,"South Asia is practicing insider-outsider economics, where a small group benefits from the economy while excluding the m...","South Asia's insiders benefit from crony capitalism: economist South Asia is practicing insider-outsider economics, where a small group benefits from the economy while excluding the m...",positive,0.991347134
Uber driver released on bail after aggravated assault on passenger,12/6/2019,Crime,An Uber driver who slammed a passenger against his vehicle and left him unconscious on the roadside was bailed out after...,Uber driver released on bail after aggravated assault on passenger An Uber driver who slammed a passenger against his vehicle and left him unconscious on the roadside was bailed out after...,negative,-0.995326161
Central Bank drafting new law to regulate moneylenders,12/6/2019,Economy,"Warning the public to be wary of moneylenders, the Central Bank promised new legislation for licensing, regulation and s...","Central Bank drafting new law to regulate moneylenders Warning the public to be wary of moneylenders, the Central Bank promised new legislation for licensing, regulation and s...",positive,0.800235271
Sri Lanka's Hatch to launch US$3-5mn fund for startups to find early clients,12/6/2019,Business,"Hatch, a Sri Lankan co-working space, will launch a 3-5 million US dollar fund named MESH to help startups find their ea...","Sri Lanka's Hatch to launch US$3-5mn fund for startups to find early clients Hatch, a Sri Lankan co-working space, will launch a 3-5 million US dollar fund named MESH to help startups find their ea...",positive,0.944365799
"Sri Lanka's rupee closes stronger, bond yields fall",12/6/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.15/25 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields were st...,"Sri Lanka's rupee closes stronger, bond yields fall Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.15/25 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields were st...",negative,-0.975847661
Ceylon Tobacco drags down Sri Lanka stocks,12/6/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.18 percent lower on Friday,  with Ceylon Tobacco Company (CTC) dragging down the market.","Ceylon Tobacco drags down Sri Lanka stocks Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.18 percent lower on Friday,  with Ceylon Tobacco Company (CTC) dragging down the market.",negative,-0.99968648
"Daily downpour to continue; over 30,000 people affected",12/6/2019,weather,"More than 30,000 people belonging to some 9,000 families have been affected by the adverse weather conditions prevalent ...","Daily downpour to continue; over 30,000 people affected More than 30,000 people belonging to some 9,000 families have been affected by the adverse weather conditions prevalent ...",negative,-0.952690661
"Uber reveals reports of 6,000 sexual assault, 450 rapes in US",12/6/2019,Legal,"Nearly 6,000 sexual assaults, including more than 450 cases of rape, were reported to Uber in the United States in 2017 ...","Uber reveals reports of 6,000 sexual assault, 450 rapes in US Nearly 6,000 sexual assaults, including more than 450 cases of rape, were reported to Uber in the United States in 2017 ...",negative,-0.949215353
Sri Lanka Uber driver released on bail after aggravated assault on passenger,12/6/2019,Legal,An Uber driver who slammed a passenger against his vehicle and left him fallen on the roadside with head injuries after ...,Sri Lanka Uber driver released on bail after aggravated assault on passenger An Uber driver who slammed a passenger against his vehicle and left him fallen on the roadside with head injuries after ...,negative,-0.995619714
Elephant seal spotted in Unawatuna reappears in Colombo,12/6/2019,Environment,A juvenile southern elephant seal was spotted this morning (6 Dec) in the waters along the Bambalapitiya-Kollupitiya str...,Elephant seal spotted in Unawatuna reappears in Colombo A juvenile southern elephant seal was spotted this morning (6 Dec) in the waters along the Bambalapitiya-Kollupitiya str...,negative,-0.978004098
Sri Lanka to regulate moneylenders after scam complaints,12/6/2019,Finance,The central bank and the Finance Ministry are drafting a law to regulate moneylenders and protect the public from predat...,Sri Lanka to regulate moneylenders after scam complaints The central bank and the Finance Ministry are drafting a law to regulate moneylenders and protect the public from predat...,negative,-0.977298558
Islamophobia in Sri Lanka: Muslim women pushed to the margins,12/6/2019,Easter Sunday attacks,Muslim women  became victims of the Islamophobia that swept the country after Muslim extremists launched suicide bomb at...,Islamophobia in Sri Lanka: Muslim women pushed to the margins Muslim women  became victims of the Islamophobia that swept the country after Muslim extremists launched suicide bomb at...,negative,-0.876312733
"Sri Lanka halts import of spices, vesak lanterns, joss sticks",12/6/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka has issued regulations controlling the imports of spices, vesak lanterns and joss-sticks from midnight last ni...","Sri Lanka halts import of spices, vesak lanterns, joss sticks Sri Lanka has issued regulations controlling the imports of spices, vesak lanterns and joss-sticks from midnight last ni...",negative,-0.998865008
Rishad requests President to probe Easter attacks and Wilpattu allegations,12/6/2019,Politics,MP Rishad Bathiudeen has written to President Rajapaksa calling for separate presidential commissions to probe the Easte...,Rishad requests President to probe Easter attacks and Wilpattu allegations MP Rishad Bathiudeen has written to President Rajapaksa calling for separate presidential commissions to probe the Easte...,negative,-0.980582774
Sri Lanka charter flights run into headwinds in 2018,12/6/2019,Aviation,"Tourist arrivals via charter flights to Sri Lanka ran into headwinds in 2018, falling 14.5 percent from a year earlier t...","Sri Lanka charter flights run into headwinds in 2018 Tourist arrivals via charter flights to Sri Lanka ran into headwinds in 2018, falling 14.5 percent from a year earlier t...",negative,-0.998417497
Malls still have edge over e-commerce in Sri Lanka,12/6/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka’s payment card penetration is still low and malls which have entertainment still has potential, an industry ...","Malls still have edge over e-commerce in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka’s payment card penetration is still low and malls which have entertainment still has potential, an industry ...",negative,-0.967967749
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields stable",12/6/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 181.50/70 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields were stable...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields stable Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 181.50/70 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields were stable...",negative,-0.988704026
Import of several spices banned,12/6/2019,Economy,"The Government has banned the import of several spices, with the intention of promoting small and medium-scale local pro...","Import of several spices banned The Government has banned the import of several spices, with the intention of promoting small and medium-scale local pro...",negative,-0.975834727
Sajith will be proclaimed Leader of the Opposition after Throne Speech,12/6/2019,Politics,"Parliament will reconvene on January 3, when President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will address the House as the new head of stat...","Sajith will be proclaimed Leader of the Opposition after Throne Speech Parliament will reconvene on January 3, when President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will address the House as the new head of stat...",positive,0.997542262
Trade hopes lift Asia markets but investors eye deadline,12/6/2019,International news,"Optimism over the China-US trade talks kept Asian markets buoyant on Friday, with investors betting the two will eventua...","Trade hopes lift Asia markets but investors eye deadline Optimism over the China-US trade talks kept Asian markets buoyant on Friday, with investors betting the two will eventua...",positive,0.9988482
Malls still have edge over e-commerce in Sri Lanka,12/6/2019,Economy,"Though brick-and-mortar retail is contracting in the face of e-commerce in advanced markets, Sri Lanka's payment card pe...","Malls still have edge over e-commerce in Sri Lanka Though brick-and-mortar retail is contracting in the face of e-commerce in advanced markets, Sri Lanka's payment card pe...",positive,0.982369125
"Sri Lanka UNP names Sajith opposition leader, backers eye party leadership",12/6/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's United National Party has nominated Sajith Premadasa as opposition candidate, with allies saying a battle fo...","Sri Lanka UNP names Sajith opposition leader, backers eye party leadership Sri Lanka's United National Party has nominated Sajith Premadasa as opposition candidate, with allies saying a battle fo...",negative,-0.96508795
Sajith to be Leader of the  Opposition,12/5/2019,Politics,The United National Party has decided to nominate  Sajith Premadasa as the Leader of the Opposition in Parliament and a ...,Sajith to be Leader of the  Opposition The United National Party has decided to nominate  Sajith Premadasa as the Leader of the Opposition in Parliament and a ...,positive,0.89983803
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields stable",12/5/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 181.40/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while gilt yields were sta...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields stable Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 181.40/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while gilt yields were sta...",negative,-0.990136087
Sri Lanka's Hambantota port sees more vehicle transshipment,12/5/2019,Logistics,"Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port, operated joint venture with China's CM Ports said it is seeing higher volumes of vehicle tr...","Sri Lanka's Hambantota port sees more vehicle transshipment Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port, operated joint venture with China's CM Ports said it is seeing higher volumes of vehicle tr...",positive,0.850663841
Registration fee for foreign employment reduced,12/5/2019,Economy,The registration fee which was required to be paid by the citizens for foreign employment and the registration renewal f...,Registration fee for foreign employment reduced The registration fee which was required to be paid by the citizens for foreign employment and the registration renewal f...,negative,-0.990626216
Ceylon Cold Stores drags down Sri Lanka stocks,12/5/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks fell 0.73 percent on Thursday, continuing a three day retreat, with the market being dragged down by ...","Ceylon Cold Stores drags down Sri Lanka stocks Sri Lanka's stocks fell 0.73 percent on Thursday, continuing a three day retreat, with the market being dragged down by ...",negative,-0.999780715
"Environmentalists warn against relaxing sand, granite & soil transport regulations",12/5/2019,Politics,Environmentalists have cautioned against a Cabinet decision to temporarily remove the need for a permit to transport san...,"Environmentalists warn against relaxing sand, granite & soil transport regulations Environmentalists have cautioned against a Cabinet decision to temporarily remove the need for a permit to transport san...",negative,-0.981647968
"Sri Lanka scraps licences for transport of sand, clay and gravel",12/5/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka has removed the requirement of a permit for transporting sand, clay and gravel, the cabinet office said.","Sri Lanka scraps licences for transport of sand, clay and gravel Sri Lanka has removed the requirement of a permit for transporting sand, clay and gravel, the cabinet office said.",negative,-0.998424292
Three dead in landslide as heavy rains continue,12/5/2019,Weather and Climate,"Three people are dead and four others injured in a landslide in Nuwara Eliya, after heavy rains continued in many parts ...","Three dead in landslide as heavy rains continue Three people are dead and four others injured in a landslide in Nuwara Eliya, after heavy rains continued in many parts ...",negative,-0.981773794
President's manifesto included in national policy framework,12/5/2019,Politics,The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to include President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s manifesto “Vistas of Pros...,President's manifesto included in national policy framework The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to include President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s manifesto “Vistas of Pros...,positive,0.9773072
Sri Lanka reduces foreign employment registration fees,12/5/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka has decided to reduce the registration and renewal fees charged for citizens departing for employment overseas...,Sri Lanka reduces foreign employment registration fees Sri Lanka has decided to reduce the registration and renewal fees charged for citizens departing for employment overseas...,negative,-0.97103101
Govt sees Swiss Embassy abduction saga as attempt to discredit President,12/5/2019,International Relations,The Government suggested today that the entire episode surrounding the alleged abduction of the Swiss Embassy employee w...,Govt sees Swiss Embassy abduction saga as attempt to discredit President The Government suggested today that the entire episode surrounding the alleged abduction of the Swiss Embassy employee w...,negative,-0.994723082
Singhe Capital Investment buys control of Sri Lanka's Sinhaputhra Finance,12/5/2019,Banking,"Sinha Capital Investment (Pvt) Ltd, an investment firm led by a consortium of individual investors had bought control of...","Singhe Capital Investment buys control of Sri Lanka's Sinhaputhra Finance Sinha Capital Investment (Pvt) Ltd, an investment firm led by a consortium of individual investors had bought control of...",positive,0.795333922
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, crossing in Sinhaputhra dominates  equities trade",12/5/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 181.30/40 rupees to the US dollar on Thursday in the spot market from Wednesday, whil...","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, crossing in Sinhaputhra dominates  equities trade Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 181.30/40 rupees to the US dollar on Thursday in the spot market from Wednesday, whil...",negative,-0.986848712
"Sri Lanka's Jaffna has untapped potential for food processing, tourism: regional chamber",12/5/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's Jaffna peninsula had untapped potential for food processing, tourism, and private business is more active th...","Sri Lanka's Jaffna has untapped potential for food processing, tourism: regional chamber Sri Lanka's Jaffna peninsula had untapped potential for food processing, tourism, and private business is more active th...",positive,0.985491276
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals recover to a 9.5-pct fall in Nov,12/5/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals were down 9.5 percent from a year earlier to 244,239 in November 2019, recovering from a 70...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals recover to a 9.5-pct fall in Nov Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals were down 9.5 percent from a year earlier to 244,239 in November 2019, recovering from a 70...",negative,-0.996663392
Swiss summon Sri Lankan envoy over worker's abduction,12/5/2019,Political News,"Switzerland has summoned Sri Lanka's ambassador and asked to see the ""purported evidence"" that Colombo says casts doubt ...","Swiss summon Sri Lankan envoy over worker's abduction Switzerland has summoned Sri Lanka's ambassador and asked to see the ""purported evidence"" that Colombo says casts doubt ...",negative,-0.911248684
Sri Lanka should be careful not to allow tax cuts to de-stabilize economy: WB economist,12/5/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's economy could be destabilized if a fiscal stimulus in the form of a tax cuts turns out to be unsustainable, ...","Sri Lanka should be careful not to allow tax cuts to de-stabilize economy: WB economist Sri Lanka's economy could be destabilized if a fiscal stimulus in the form of a tax cuts turns out to be unsustainable, ...",negative,-0.995455623
Two more Governors appointed,12/4/2019,Politics,"President Gotabaya Rajapaksa appointed two new Governors today, Anuradha Yahampath for the Eastern province and Prof. Ti...","Two more Governors appointed President Gotabaya Rajapaksa appointed two new Governors today, Anuradha Yahampath for the Eastern province and Prof. Ti...",positive,0.984152734
Heavy rain hits the metropolis,12/4/2019,Weather and Climate,Several places in Colombo District are flooded due to the heavy rain today. ,Heavy rain hits the metropolis Several places in Colombo District are flooded due to the heavy rain today. ,negative,-0.852748156
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber optimistic on tax cuts,12/4/2019,Economy,"The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, Sri Lanka's largest business chamber, said that it is optimistic of the tax cuts impleme...","Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber optimistic on tax cuts The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, Sri Lanka's largest business chamber, said that it is optimistic of the tax cuts impleme...",positive,0.969537735
Activists to monitor progress on govt manifesto,12/4/2019,Politics,"The March 12 Movement, an organization working towards achieving clean politics in Sri Lanka says that it will review th...","Activists to monitor progress on govt manifesto The March 12 Movement, an organization working towards achieving clean politics in Sri Lanka says that it will review th...",negative,-0.860183358
Govt is heading towards  military control-Tilvin,12/4/2019,Law and Order,General Secretary of Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) Tilvin Silva said that the current government is heading towards mi...,Govt is heading towards  military control-Tilvin General Secretary of Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) Tilvin Silva said that the current government is heading towards mi...,negative,-0.994740188
Sri Lanka stocks fall on John Keells Holdings,12/4/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks fell 0.04 percent on Wednesday, dragged down by index-heavy John Keells Holdings, provisional data sh...","Sri Lanka stocks fall on John Keells Holdings Sri Lanka's stocks fell 0.04 percent on Wednesday, dragged down by index-heavy John Keells Holdings, provisional data sh...",negative,-0.999700308
Sri Lanka 12-month bills ease at auction,12/4/2019,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasury bill yield eased 07 basis points to 8.22 percent at Wednesday's  auction, the state debt ...","Sri Lanka 12-month bills ease at auction  Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasury bill yield eased 07 basis points to 8.22 percent at Wednesday's  auction, the state debt ...",negative,-0.980500937
"HSBC, IUCN to study on sustainability in Sri Lanka apparel sector",12/4/2019,Apparel,"HSBC Sri Lanka, in partnership with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), have begun a study to pla...","HSBC, IUCN to study on sustainability in Sri Lanka apparel sector HSBC Sri Lanka, in partnership with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), have begun a study to pla...",negative,-0.731476367
Tory tangle: Sri Lanka satisfied with Conservative clarification?,12/4/2019,International Relations,A contentious reference to Sri Lanka in the election manifesto of the United Kingdom's Conservative Party resulted in mu...,Tory tangle: Sri Lanka satisfied with Conservative clarification? A contentious reference to Sri Lanka in the election manifesto of the United Kingdom's Conservative Party resulted in mu...,negative,-0.998627782
Sri Lanka hikes cigarette taxes after VAT cut,12/4/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has hiked taxes on cigarettes at rates ranging from 1.68 rupees to 6.15 rupees per cigarette based on length, ...","Sri Lanka hikes cigarette taxes after VAT cut Sri Lanka has hiked taxes on cigarettes at rates ranging from 1.68 rupees to 6.15 rupees per cigarette based on length, ...",negative,-0.974506795
MP Ranjith De Zoysa passes away,12/4/2019,Politics,United People’s Freedom Alliance (UPFA) parliamentarian Ranjith De Zoya passed away this morning (04) while undergoing...,MP Ranjith De Zoysa passes away United People’s Freedom Alliance (UPFA) parliamentarian Ranjith De Zoya passed away this morning (04) while undergoing...,negative,-0.988723397
Gotabaya's early parametres need revision,12/4/2019,International Relations,Along with the change of government that took place after the November 16 presidential election there is a sense of stro...,Gotabaya's early parametres need revision Along with the change of government that took place after the November 16 presidential election there is a sense of stro...,negative,-0.977400601
President setting an example - Dayasiri,12/4/2019,Politics,State Minister of Industries Dayasiri Jayasekara said that President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had clearly proved to the people...,President setting an example - Dayasiri State Minister of Industries Dayasiri Jayasekara said that President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had clearly proved to the people...,positive,0.999149919
RSF says harassment of journalists surge under new Govt,12/4/2019,Free Speech,"Pointing to alleged acts of intimidatiion, international media watchdog Reporters Without Borders said media harassment ...","RSF says harassment of journalists surge under new Govt Pointing to alleged acts of intimidatiion, international media watchdog Reporters Without Borders said media harassment ...",negative,-0.995156705
"Sri Lanka plans fabric processing zone in East, targets China",12/4/2019,Apparel,"Sri Lanka's apparel industry is planning a fabric processing park in Eravur, Batticaloa in the East of the island, to dr...","Sri Lanka plans fabric processing zone in East, targets China Sri Lanka's apparel industry is planning a fabric processing park in Eravur, Batticaloa in the East of the island, to dr...",negative,-0.683579862
UAE and New Zealand envoys meet President,12/4/2019,International Relations,Envoys from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and New Zealand called on President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the Presidential Se...,UAE and New Zealand envoys meet President Envoys from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and New Zealand called on President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the Presidential Se...,positive,0.988750637
"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks stronger at open",12/4/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 181.30/40 rupees to the US dollar on Wednesday, while gilt yields remained stable...","Sri Lanka rupee, stocks stronger at open Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 181.30/40 rupees to the US dollar on Wednesday, while gilt yields remained stable...",negative,-0.930683553
Sri Lanka not keen to enact draft monetary law,12/4/2019,Economy, Sri Lanka may not enact draft legislation to change the monetary law governing the central bank which seeks to establis...,Sri Lanka not keen to enact draft monetary law  Sri Lanka may not enact draft legislation to change the monetary law governing the central bank which seeks to establis...,negative,-0.998278737
World stocks rattled as Trump says no China trade deadline,12/4/2019,International news, Global equities mostly retreated Tuesday after US President Donald Trump warned there was no deadline for doing a trade...,World stocks rattled as Trump says no China trade deadline  Global equities mostly retreated Tuesday after US President Donald Trump warned there was no deadline for doing a trade...,negative,-0.99789387
Sri Lanka to draw foreign capital into infrastructure via BOT projects: Minister,12/3/2019,Business,Sri Lanka is looking to structure build operate transfer style agreements to bring foreign investments into expressways ...,Sri Lanka to draw foreign capital into infrastructure via BOT projects: Minister Sri Lanka is looking to structure build operate transfer style agreements to bring foreign investments into expressways ...,negative,-0.989156008
"US gives landslide monitoring technology, training to Sri Lanka",12/3/2019,Environment,Sri Lanka's National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has received landslide monitoring instruments and training fr...,"US gives landslide monitoring technology, training to Sri Lanka Sri Lanka's National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has received landslide monitoring instruments and training fr...",positive,0.567213535
Rebel UNP MPs give one week to resolve leadership crisis,12/3/2019,Politics,"Rebel UNP MPs has demanded a speedy resolution to the party's ongoing leadership crisis, failing which they would be com...","Rebel UNP MPs give one week to resolve leadership crisis Rebel UNP MPs has demanded a speedy resolution to the party's ongoing leadership crisis, failing which they would be com...",negative,-0.996072531
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields remain steady",12/3/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 181.50/60 rupees to the US dollar on Tuesday, while gilt yields remained stable, market...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields remain steady Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 181.50/60 rupees to the US dollar on Tuesday, while gilt yields remained stable, market...",negative,-0.99510622
Travel ban imposed on Swiss Embassy employee,12/3/2019,International Relations,The Colombo Chief Magistrate's Court imposed a temporary travel ban today on the Swiss Embassy employee until she makes ...,Travel ban imposed on Swiss Embassy employee The Colombo Chief Magistrate's Court imposed a temporary travel ban today on the Swiss Embassy employee until she makes ...,negative,-0.991164982
Sri Lanka tax cuts could cost Rs500bn: Minister Rambukwelle,12/3/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's tax cuts could cost around 500 to 550 billion rupees a year, but will boost economic growth and future tax r...","Sri Lanka tax cuts could cost Rs500bn: Minister Rambukwelle Sri Lanka's tax cuts could cost around 500 to 550 billion rupees a year, but will boost economic growth and future tax r...",positive,0.997612953
Sri Lanka stocks end 5-day rally,12/3/2019,Stocks & Companies,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed marginally lower on Tuesday, dragged down by Sri Lanka Telecom, Ceylon Tobacco Company and LOL...","Sri Lanka stocks end 5-day rally Sri Lanka's stocks closed marginally lower on Tuesday, dragged down by Sri Lanka Telecom, Ceylon Tobacco Company and LOL...",negative,-0.999615669
"Sri Lanka studying MCC deal, reviewing others: Minister",12/3/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's new administration is studying a draft agreement with America's Millennium Challenge Corporation for grant f...,"Sri Lanka studying MCC deal, reviewing others: Minister Sri Lanka's new administration is studying a draft agreement with America's Millennium Challenge Corporation for grant f...",negative,-0.906589568
Will contest independently if UNP refuses nominations - Ranjan,12/3/2019,Politics,Ranjan Ramanayake will contest next year's general elections as an independent candidate if the party decides not to giv...,Will contest independently if UNP refuses nominations - Ranjan Ranjan Ramanayake will contest next year's general elections as an independent candidate if the party decides not to giv...,negative,-0.990802884
"Sri Lanka to have framework to stop 'stimulus' leading to inflation, BOP pressure",12/3/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka has some space for loosening policy amid weak credit growth but care should be taken for a fiscal stimulus not...,"Sri Lanka to have framework to stop 'stimulus' leading to inflation, BOP pressure Sri Lanka has some space for loosening policy amid weak credit growth but care should be taken for a fiscal stimulus not...",negative,-0.997404754
Handunnetti to keep COPE forensic audit report confidential till next P'ment,12/3/2019,Corruption,COPE Chairman MP Sunil Handunnetti will keep the committee's forensic audit report on the alleged Central Bank bond scam...,Handunnetti to keep COPE forensic audit report confidential till next P'ment COPE Chairman MP Sunil Handunnetti will keep the committee's forensic audit report on the alleged Central Bank bond scam...,negative,-0.977227092
ICRA Lanka reaffirms Sri Lanka's Alliance Finance [SL]BBB-,12/3/2019,Markets,"ICRA Lanka Limited, a ratings agency, has reaffirmed Alliance Finance Company Plc (AFC) at [SL]BBB- with a negative outl...","ICRA Lanka reaffirms Sri Lanka's Alliance Finance [SL]BBB- ICRA Lanka Limited, a ratings agency, has reaffirmed Alliance Finance Company Plc (AFC) at [SL]BBB- with a negative outl...",negative,-0.994765639
Italian and Norwegian envoys call on the President,12/3/2019,International Relations,"Italian and Norwegian envoys called on President Gotabaya Rajapaksa yesterday at the Presidential Secretariat, the Presi...","Italian and Norwegian envoys call on the President Italian and Norwegian envoys called on President Gotabaya Rajapaksa yesterday at the Presidential Secretariat, the Presi...",positive,0.747977376
Switzerland asks Sri Lanka to explain evidence against Embassy's version of events,12/3/2019,International Relations,Switzerland State Secretary Pascale Baeriswyl has asked Sri Lanka to explain the purported evidence against the version ...,Switzerland asks Sri Lanka to explain evidence against Embassy's version of events Switzerland State Secretary Pascale Baeriswyl has asked Sri Lanka to explain the purported evidence against the version ...,negative,-0.944785297
SLFP to remove all MPs who went against party policy - Amaraweera,12/3/2019,Politics,"The SLFP has decided to remove all parliamentarians, provincial councilors and local govt members who went against party...","SLFP to remove all MPs who went against party policy - Amaraweera The SLFP has decided to remove all parliamentarians, provincial councilors and local govt members who went against party...",negative,-0.94699502
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields steady",12/3/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 181.50/70 rupees to the US dollar on Tuesday, while gilt yields remained stable and...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 181.50/70 rupees to the US dollar on Tuesday, while gilt yields remained stable and...",negative,-0.98068881
"Over 14,000 people affected by adverse weather",12/3/2019,weather,"A total of 14,164 people from 4,153 families have been affected by the adverse weather conditions prevalent across the i...","Over 14,000 people affected by adverse weather A total of 14,164 people from 4,153 families have been affected by the adverse weather conditions prevalent across the i...",negative,-0.904723406
Sri Lanka insurer regulatory capital drops with new accounting rules,12/3/2019,Finance,Risk -based capitalization (RBC) of Sri Lanka's insurance companies have dropped after the adoption of a new accounting ...,Sri Lanka insurer regulatory capital drops with new accounting rules Risk -based capitalization (RBC) of Sri Lanka's insurance companies have dropped after the adoption of a new accounting ...,negative,-0.998447001
Sri Lanka parliament to re-open on Jan 03,12/3/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's parliament would ceremonially re-open on in a new session December 03, under a order issued by newly elected...","Sri Lanka parliament to re-open on Jan 03 Sri Lanka's parliament would ceremonially re-open on in a new session December 03, under a order issued by newly elected...",positive,0.778599262
President prorogues P'ment for one month,12/2/2019,Politics,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa issued a gazette notification this evening proroguing Parliament for a month.,President prorogues P'ment for one month President Gotabaya Rajapaksa issued a gazette notification this evening proroguing Parliament for a month.,negative,-0.800202847
Sri Lanka budget deficit to reach 7-pct of GDP in 2019: Finance Ministry,12/2/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's budget deficit could reach 7 percent of gross domestic product in 2019, the finance ministry said, with reve...","Sri Lanka budget deficit to reach 7-pct of GDP in 2019: Finance Ministry Sri Lanka's budget deficit could reach 7 percent of gross domestic product in 2019, the finance ministry said, with reve...",negative,-0.988767564
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, stocks up",12/2/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 181.15/30 rupees to the US dollar, while gilt yields were flat and stocks closed 0.05 p...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, stocks up Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 181.15/30 rupees to the US dollar, while gilt yields were flat and stocks closed 0.05 p...",negative,-0.999115288
"Canadian, Chinese diplomats call on President",12/2/2019,International Relations,Canadian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka David McKinnon and former Chinese Ambassador Wu Jianghao called on President Got...,"Canadian, Chinese diplomats call on President Canadian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka David McKinnon and former Chinese Ambassador Wu Jianghao called on President Got...",negative,-0.565594435
COPE to meet on forensic audits on bond scams linked to Sri Lanka's central bank,12/2/2019,Legal,A committee overseeing state enterprises in Sri Lanka's parliament has called a meeting to discuss foreign audits on sca...,COPE to meet on forensic audits on bond scams linked to Sri Lanka's central bank A committee overseeing state enterprises in Sri Lanka's parliament has called a meeting to discuss foreign audits on sca...,negative,-0.617521644
Abduction saga: Protest fast launched outside Swiss Embassy,12/2/2019,International Relations,"The ongoing Swiss Embassy abduction saga took another turn today, as former provincial councillor Major (Rtd) Ajith Pras...","Abduction saga: Protest fast launched outside Swiss Embassy The ongoing Swiss Embassy abduction saga took another turn today, as former provincial councillor Major (Rtd) Ajith Pras...",negative,-0.915468872
Speculation rises over next Central Bank Governor,12/2/2019,Economy,"With Central Bank Governor Indrajit Coomaraswamy due to step down on 20 December, speculation is rife over his replaceme...","Speculation rises over next Central Bank Governor With Central Bank Governor Indrajit Coomaraswamy due to step down on 20 December, speculation is rife over his replaceme...",negative,-0.886709034
Speculation rises over Sri Lanka's next central bank governor,12/2/2019,Economy," With Sri Lanka's central bank Governor Indrajit Coomaraswamy due to step down on December 20, speculation is rising ove...","Speculation rises over Sri Lanka's next central bank governor  With Sri Lanka's central bank Governor Indrajit Coomaraswamy due to step down on December 20, speculation is rising ove...",positive,0.981392801
Pakistani Foreign Minister in SL with felicitation message for President,12/2/2019,International Relations,Pakistani Foreign Minister Mahmood Qureshi arrived in Sri Lanka last night for an official two-day visit with a feliicat...,Pakistani Foreign Minister in SL with felicitation message for President Pakistani Foreign Minister Mahmood Qureshi arrived in Sri Lanka last night for an official two-day visit with a feliicat...,negative,-0.853067875
Johnston orders SLPA to beautify Galle Face Green in one week,12/2/2019,Economy,Ports Minister Johnston Fernando has ordered the Ports Authority to take immediate action with regard to the beautificat...,Johnston orders SLPA to beautify Galle Face Green in one week Ports Minister Johnston Fernando has ordered the Ports Authority to take immediate action with regard to the beautificat...,negative,-0.962215364
"Sri Lanka PAYE tax to stay, high threshold from Jan 01",12/2/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will keep Pay-As-You-Earn (PAYE), tax for salaries over 250,000 rupees a month, but all personal income will b...","Sri Lanka PAYE tax to stay, high threshold from Jan 01 Sri Lanka will keep Pay-As-You-Earn (PAYE), tax for salaries over 250,000 rupees a month, but all personal income will b...",negative,-0.981239855
O/L candidates not affected by adverse weather so far – DMC,12/2/2019,Education,"There have been no reports of G. C. E O/L Examination candidates being affected by adverse weather thus far, the DMC Ass...","O/L candidates not affected by adverse weather so far – DMC There have been no reports of G. C. E O/L Examination candidates being affected by adverse weather thus far, the DMC Ass...",negative,-0.98805815
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices sharply up in November,12/2/2019,Agriculture,"Prices at coconut auctions in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo had picked up sharply in November, amid seasonally weaker prod...","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices sharply up in November Prices at coconut auctions in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo had picked up sharply in November, amid seasonally weaker prod...",negative,-0.993364334
Abduction saga: Govt points to inconsistencies in Swiss Embassy claims,12/2/2019,International Relations,The Foreign Ministry pointed to inconsistencies yesterday in the version of events officially communicated to the Govern...,Abduction saga: Govt points to inconsistencies in Swiss Embassy claims The Foreign Ministry pointed to inconsistencies yesterday in the version of events officially communicated to the Govern...,negative,-0.994502306
Showery conditions to continue in the next few days,12/2/2019,Weather and Climate,"The prevailing showery conditions across the island are expected to continue in the next few days, the Department of Met...","Showery conditions to continue in the next few days The prevailing showery conditions across the island are expected to continue in the next few days, the Department of Met...",negative,-0.617442548
"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks open stronger, bond yields down",12/2/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 180.80/90 to the US dollar, while gilt yields eased and stocks opened 0.22 pe...","Sri Lanka rupee, stocks open stronger, bond yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 180.80/90 to the US dollar, while gilt yields eased and stocks opened 0.22 pe...",negative,-0.966338336
Foreign investors buy Sri Lanka Treasuries,12/2/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Foreign investors have bought 4.2 billion rupees of rupee bonds in the week to November 20, taking the total stock up to...","Foreign investors buy Sri Lanka Treasuries Foreign investors have bought 4.2 billion rupees of rupee bonds in the week to November 20, taking the total stock up to...",negative,-0.95213747
Sri Lanka asks to interview abducted Swiss embassy staffer,12/2/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka on Sunday raised doubts about claims by a Swiss embassy staff member that she was abducted and demanded access...,Sri Lanka asks to interview abducted Swiss embassy staffer Sri Lanka on Sunday raised doubts about claims by a Swiss embassy staff member that she was abducted and demanded access...,negative,-0.981239676
Sri Lanka president warns West investment needed to keep China at bay,12/2/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's new president Gotabaya Rajapaksa has warned India and Western nations that his country will be forced to see...,Sri Lanka president warns West investment needed to keep China at bay Sri Lanka's new president Gotabaya Rajapaksa has warned India and Western nations that his country will be forced to see...,negative,-0.972380519
"Sri Lanka SOE credit up in October, private credit moderate",12/2/2019,Banking, Sri Lanka's private credit grew 26.5 billion rupees in October 2019 down from 53.7 billion rupees a  month earlier and ...,"Sri Lanka SOE credit up in October, private credit moderate  Sri Lanka's private credit grew 26.5 billion rupees in October 2019 down from 53.7 billion rupees a  month earlier and ...",negative,-0.905115128
Sri Lanka's new administration to re-negotiate IMF deal,12/1/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's new administration will re-negotiate an ongoing agreement with the International Monetary Fund, a top offici...","Sri Lanka's new administration to re-negotiate IMF deal Sri Lanka's new administration will re-negotiate an ongoing agreement with the International Monetary Fund, a top offici...",positive,0.90700227
The battle ahead for what Gota and Mahinda want,12/1/2019,Opinion,What they want is a two-thirds majority in Parliament that would allow them to change the Constitution and remove the sh...,The battle ahead for what Gota and Mahinda want What they want is a two-thirds majority in Parliament that would allow them to change the Constitution and remove the sh...,negative,-0.86155802
Sri Lanka's 12-month inflation slows to 4.4-pct in November,12/1/2019,Economy," Sri Lanka's 12-month inflation rose 4.4 percent in the 12- month to November, dropping from 5.3 percent a month earlier...","Sri Lanka's 12-month inflation slows to 4.4-pct in November  Sri Lanka's 12-month inflation rose 4.4 percent in the 12- month to November, dropping from 5.3 percent a month earlier...",negative,-0.997991681
Sri Lanka to abolish fuel price formula,11/30/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka will end monthly cost based pricing of fuel, newly appointed State Minister of Energy Rohitha Abeygunewardena ...","Sri Lanka to abolish fuel price formula Sri Lanka will end monthly cost based pricing of fuel, newly appointed State Minister of Energy Rohitha Abeygunewardena ...",negative,-0.917893648
Sri Lanka to replace CRIB defaulter list with scoring system,11/30/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka will reform the Credit Information Bureau listing on bad debtors with a scoring system for lenders to take dec...,Sri Lanka to replace CRIB defaulter list with scoring system Sri Lanka will reform the Credit Information Bureau listing on bad debtors with a scoring system for lenders to take dec...,negative,-0.996422708
UNP leadership crisis: Ranil prepared to listen to majority - Wijepala,11/29/2019,Politics,"UNP leader Ranil Wickremesinghe is willing to hold discussions with Sajith Premadasa and then decide on his next move, M...","UNP leadership crisis: Ranil prepared to listen to majority - Wijepala UNP leader Ranil Wickremesinghe is willing to hold discussions with Sajith Premadasa and then decide on his next move, M...",negative,-0.766511023
FMM concerned about Police Media closure,11/29/2019,Security,The Free Media Movement (FMM) is expressing concern about the abrupt closure of the Police Media unit without the introd...,FMM concerned about Police Media closure The Free Media Movement (FMM) is expressing concern about the abrupt closure of the Police Media unit without the introd...,positive,0.920798242
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks close 0.17 higher",11/29/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 180.90/181.00 rupees to the US dollar, while gilt yields gained and stocks closed 0.17 ...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks close 0.17 higher Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 180.90/181.00 rupees to the US dollar, while gilt yields gained and stocks closed 0.17 ...",negative,-0.998283923
No room for political vendettas in state media - Lakshman Yapa,11/29/2019,Free Speech,State Minister of Information and Communication Technology Lakshman Yapa Abeywardana said that he will not permit any ki...,No room for political vendettas in state media - Lakshman Yapa State Minister of Information and Communication Technology Lakshman Yapa Abeywardana said that he will not permit any ki...,negative,-0.99912554
"Sri Lanka to focus on India, China, Japan for FDI: Keheliya",11/29/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka wants to target India, China and Japan for foreign investments with measures taken to raise investor confidenc...","Sri Lanka to focus on India, China, Japan for FDI: Keheliya Sri Lanka wants to target India, China and Japan for foreign investments with measures taken to raise investor confidenc...",negative,-0.830054939
India offers USD 400mn credit line,11/29/2019,Economy,Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a USD 400 million line of credit to Sri Lanka to fund infrastructure proje...,India offers USD 400mn credit line Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a USD 400 million line of credit to Sri Lanka to fund infrastructure proje...,negative,-0.566312015
Confidence boost by Sri Lanka govt will draw foreign funds to rupee treasuries: Cabraal,11/29/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's new government will boost confidence and attract more funds into rupee Treasury bills and bonds, Nivard Cabr...","Confidence boost by Sri Lanka govt will draw foreign funds to rupee treasuries: Cabraal Sri Lanka's new government will boost confidence and attract more funds into rupee Treasury bills and bonds, Nivard Cabr...",positive,0.981392801
India offers Sri Lanka US$450mn as President Gotabaya meets Modi,11/29/2019,Fiscal, India has offered Sri Lanka a 450 million US dollars to build infrastructure and boost security as President Gotabaya R...,India offers Sri Lanka US$450mn as President Gotabaya meets Modi  India has offered Sri Lanka a 450 million US dollars to build infrastructure and boost security as President Gotabaya R...,positive,0.941093147
Sri Lanka’s Perry Savundranayagam appointed ACI Asia President,11/29/2019,Uncategorized,"Perry Savundranayagam, Director, Head of Global Markets Corporate Sales for HSBC Sri Lanka, has been appointed Asia Pres...","Sri Lanka’s Perry Savundranayagam appointed ACI Asia President Perry Savundranayagam, Director, Head of Global Markets Corporate Sales for HSBC Sri Lanka, has been appointed Asia Pres...",positive,0.997386634
Govt setting up new Media centre for Security-related info,11/29/2019,Security,The new government is reorganizing the way information is provided to the Media which is related to Police and security ...,Govt setting up new Media centre for Security-related info The new government is reorganizing the way information is provided to the Media which is related to Police and security ...,negative,-0.995072782
President holds discussions with Indian External Affairs Minister,11/29/2019,International Relations,"President Gotabaya Rajapaksa met the Indian External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar in New Delhi earlier today (29), P...","President holds discussions with Indian External Affairs Minister President Gotabaya Rajapaksa met the Indian External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar in New Delhi earlier today (29), P...",positive,0.992934525
Sri Lanka Samurai bond may be in January : CB Governor,11/29/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's planned Samurai bond sale may be pushed back to January from a earlier plan to go to market in December, Cen...","Sri Lanka Samurai bond may be in January : CB Governor Sri Lanka's planned Samurai bond sale may be pushed back to January from a earlier plan to go to market in December, Cen...",negative,-0.99810493
SC prevents Royal Park convict from travelling overseas,11/29/2019,Crime,The Supreme Court has issued an interim injunction preventing recently pardoned Royal Park murder convict Shramantha Jud...,SC prevents Royal Park convict from travelling overseas The Supreme Court has issued an interim injunction preventing recently pardoned Royal Park murder convict Shramantha Jud...,negative,-0.988092065
Failure to counter racism led to the defeat at election-Wickramabahu,11/29/2019,Politics,The Leader of the Nava Sama Samaja Party Dr. Wickramabahu Karunaratne who is part of the New Democratic Front (NDF) sa...,Failure to counter racism led to the defeat at election-Wickramabahu The Leader of the Nava Sama Samaja Party Dr. Wickramabahu Karunaratne who is part of the New Democratic Front (NDF) sa...,negative,-0.998668671
"Govt to slash spending, push up non-tax revenues - Bandula",11/29/2019,Economy,The Govt plans to slash spending and push up non-tax revenues in a bid to keep the budget deficit at 5 per cent of gross...,"Govt to slash spending, push up non-tax revenues - Bandula The Govt plans to slash spending and push up non-tax revenues in a bid to keep the budget deficit at 5 per cent of gross...",negative,-0.995919287
Staffer at the Swiss Embassy was detained on the street,11/29/2019,Politics,The Sri Lankan staffer at the Swiss Embassy in Colombo was accosted on the street and “detained against her will and t...,Staffer at the Swiss Embassy was detained on the street The Sri Lankan staffer at the Swiss Embassy in Colombo was accosted on the street and “detained against her will and t...,negative,-0.994673312
Cabinet to ban oil palm cultivation,11/29/2019,Environment,The Cabinet has decided to uphold a decision by the previous government to ban oil palm cultivation in Sri Lanka citing ...,Cabinet to ban oil palm cultivation The Cabinet has decided to uphold a decision by the previous government to ban oil palm cultivation in Sri Lanka citing ...,positive,0.975460052
"Mahinda meets Sri Lanka banks on debt relief, proposal in a week",11/29/2019,Banking, Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa who is also Finance Minister has met top executives of Sri Lanka's banks to discuss gi...,"Mahinda meets Sri Lanka banks on debt relief, proposal in a week  Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa who is also Finance Minister has met top executives of Sri Lanka's banks to discuss gi...",positive,0.993607998
"Sri Lanka stocks open higher rupee weaker, gilt yields up",11/29/2019,Markets," Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.00/181.20 to the US dollar, while gilt yields gained and stocks opened 0.3...","Sri Lanka stocks open higher rupee weaker, gilt yields up  Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.00/181.20 to the US dollar, while gilt yields gained and stocks opened 0.3...",negative,-0.988106012
"Sri Lanka's central bank holds rates watching tax cuts, budget deficit",11/29/2019,Economy," Sri Lanka is holding policy rates at current levels, amid worsening of the budget deficit so far this year and recent t...","Sri Lanka's central bank holds rates watching tax cuts, budget deficit  Sri Lanka is holding policy rates at current levels, amid worsening of the budget deficit so far this year and recent t...",negative,-0.985749722
"Sri Lanka to slash spending, push up non-tax revenues: Bandula",11/29/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka plans to slash spending and push up non-tax revenues in a bid to keep the budget deficit at 5 percent of gross...,"Sri Lanka to slash spending, push up non-tax revenues: Bandula Sri Lanka plans to slash spending and push up non-tax revenues in a bid to keep the budget deficit at 5 percent of gross...",negative,-0.996647775
Sri Lanka probes abduction of Swiss embassy staffer,11/28/2019,Legal,Switzerland's ambassador in Colombo has protested to Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and Foreign Minister D...,Sri Lanka probes abduction of Swiss embassy staffer Switzerland's ambassador in Colombo has protested to Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and Foreign Minister D...,negative,-0.960162342
"Sri Lanka PAYE tax to be abolished, uniform personal income tax on all earnings",11/28/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is abolishing Pay As You Earn (PAYE) on salaries and withholding tax on interest up to 250,000 rupees a month,...","Sri Lanka PAYE tax to be abolished, uniform personal income tax on all earnings Sri Lanka is abolishing Pay As You Earn (PAYE) on salaries and withholding tax on interest up to 250,000 rupees a month,...",negative,-0.978531241
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, stocks up 1.84-pct on JKH",11/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 180.60/70 to the US dollar on Thursday, while gilt yields remained steady and sto...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, stocks up 1.84-pct on JKH Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 180.60/70 to the US dollar on Thursday, while gilt yields remained steady and sto...",negative,-0.989311397
CID investigating Swiss embassy case - Bandula,11/28/2019,Crime,Co-Cabinet Spokesman Minister Bandula Gunawardena said today that the CID is investigating the alleged abduction of a Sw...,CID investigating Swiss embassy case - Bandula Co-Cabinet Spokesman Minister Bandula Gunawardena said today that the CID is investigating the alleged abduction of a Sw...,negative,-0.938857257
Unidentified body found in Park road Narahenpita,11/28/2019,Crime,An unidentified body of a male has been found in Narahenpita this evening (28 Nov). ,Unidentified body found in Park road Narahenpita An unidentified body of a male has been found in Narahenpita this evening (28 Nov). ,negative,-0.971144021
"Sri Lanka's Lion Brewery retains 'AA-(lka)' rating, outlook stable",11/28/2019,Uncategorized,Fitch Ratings said it has confirmed Sri Lanka-based Lion Brewery (Ceylon) PLC's national long-term rating at 'AA-(lka)' ...,"Sri Lanka's Lion Brewery retains 'AA-(lka)' rating, outlook stable Fitch Ratings said it has confirmed Sri Lanka-based Lion Brewery (Ceylon) PLC's national long-term rating at 'AA-(lka)' ...",positive,0.950887501
Colombo air quality unhealthy in early hours,11/28/2019,Environment,The air quality of Colombo city is likely to be unhealthy in the early morning and gradually return to moderate levels a...,Colombo air quality unhealthy in early hours The air quality of Colombo city is likely to be unhealthy in the early morning and gradually return to moderate levels a...,negative,-0.99670583
"Five dead, four injured due to heavy showers",11/28/2019,Weather and Climate,"Five people died and four others sustained injuries in adverse weather conditions across the island yesterday, the Disas...","Five dead, four injured due to heavy showers Five people died and four others sustained injuries in adverse weather conditions across the island yesterday, the Disas...",negative,-0.99385494
Embassy staffer's abduction shows that President has failed to provide security - UNP,11/28/2019,International Relations,The Opposition is accusing the administration of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa of failing to fulfil its main campaign ple...,Embassy staffer's abduction shows that President has failed to provide security - UNP The Opposition is accusing the administration of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa of failing to fulfil its main campaign ple...,negative,-0.999366462
Sri Lanka to sell rice stocks at controlled prices through state retail outlets,11/28/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka’s Finance Ministry said paddy stocks stored in government warehouses will be milled and sold through state-o...,Sri Lanka to sell rice stocks at controlled prices through state retail outlets Sri Lanka’s Finance Ministry said paddy stocks stored in government warehouses will be milled and sold through state-o...,negative,-0.997703254
Gota appoints team to pick professionals for state sector top jobs,11/28/2019,Politics,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed a 6 member committee to make recommendations for the topmost positions in sta...,Gota appoints team to pick professionals for state sector top jobs President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed a 6 member committee to make recommendations for the topmost positions in sta...,positive,0.937549293
Committee to probe ‘Yal Devi’ derailment,11/28/2019,Consumer Affairs,"Sri Lanka Railways has appointed a committee to investigate yesterday's derailment of the Yal Devi express train, Railwa...","Committee to probe ‘Yal Devi’ derailment Sri Lanka Railways has appointed a committee to investigate yesterday's derailment of the Yal Devi express train, Railwa...",positive,0.640778422
Sri Lanka President's committee seeks qualified persons to run SOEs,11/28/2019,Economy,"A committee appointed by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is seeking qualified professional to run state owned enterprises, ...","Sri Lanka President's committee seeks qualified persons to run SOEs A committee appointed by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is seeking qualified professional to run state owned enterprises, ...",negative,-0.917306185
Stocks surge 1.6 pct after tax cuts,11/28/2019,Economy,Stocks surged 1.6% in the first hour of trading after the Govt announced a slew of tax cuts that may help boost corporat...,Stocks surge 1.6 pct after tax cuts Stocks surged 1.6% in the first hour of trading after the Govt announced a slew of tax cuts that may help boost corporat...,negative,-0.982811213
Speaker asks UNP to arrive at consensus on Opp. Leadership,11/28/2019,Politics,Speaker Karu Jayasuriya has asked the UNP to arrive at a consensus as 57 MPs wrote to him asking for Sajith Premadasa to...,Speaker asks UNP to arrive at consensus on Opp. Leadership Speaker Karu Jayasuriya has asked the UNP to arrive at a consensus as 57 MPs wrote to him asking for Sajith Premadasa to...,negative,-0.986849427
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, gilt yields ease",11/28/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 180.30/180.50 to the US dollar, while gilt yields eased with buying seen in b...","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, gilt yields ease Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 180.30/180.50 to the US dollar, while gilt yields eased with buying seen in b...",positive,0.970920801
Sri Lanka stocks surge 1.6-pct after tax cuts,11/28/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's stocks surged 1.6 percent in the first hour of trading after the government announced a slew of tax cuts tha...,Sri Lanka stocks surge 1.6-pct after tax cuts Sri Lanka's stocks surged 1.6 percent in the first hour of trading after the government announced a slew of tax cuts tha...,negative,-0.987441301
Sri Lanka tax cuts to boost growth amid concerns: report,11/28/2019,Business,A host of tax cuts by Sri Lanka's new government will provide an immediate boost to economic growth and corporate profit...,Sri Lanka tax cuts to boost growth amid concerns: report A host of tax cuts by Sri Lanka's new government will provide an immediate boost to economic growth and corporate profit...,positive,0.999292135
President to leave for India today,11/28/2019,International Relations,"President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is scheduled to leave for India today (28) on a two-day official visit, the President’s M...","President to leave for India today President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is scheduled to leave for India today (28) on a two-day official visit, the President’s M...",positive,0.984776974
Swiss government condemns abduction of staffer,11/28/2019,Security,The Swiss government is condemning the “temporary kidnapping” of a Sri Lankan staff member in the embassy in Colombo...,Swiss government condemns abduction of staffer The Swiss government is condemning the “temporary kidnapping” of a Sri Lankan staff member in the embassy in Colombo...,negative,-0.985896885
"Sri Lanka tax cuts to boost economy, 5-pct of GDP deficit in 2020: Treasury Secretary",11/28/2019,Economy, Sri Lanka's economic activity will pick up following a series of the tax cuts and the expansion of economic activity wi...,"Sri Lanka tax cuts to boost economy, 5-pct of GDP deficit in 2020: Treasury Secretary  Sri Lanka's economic activity will pick up following a series of the tax cuts and the expansion of economic activity wi...",positive,0.967729151
Nivard Cabraal appointed senior advisor to Sri Lanka PM,11/28/2019,Uncategorized,"Nivard Cabraal, has been appointed a senior advisor on economic affairs to Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa.","Nivard Cabraal appointed senior advisor to Sri Lanka PM Nivard Cabraal, has been appointed a senior advisor on economic affairs to Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa.",positive,0.994942367
"US economy grew faster in Q3, but trade woes continue",11/28/2019,International news,"The US economy grew faster than originally reported in the July-September period and prices remain tame, but amid the un...","US economy grew faster in Q3, but trade woes continue The US economy grew faster than originally reported in the July-September period and prices remain tame, but amid the un...",negative,-0.942038059
"Sri Lank rupee ends firmer, gilt yields steady",11/27/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 180.80/181.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday gaining a rupee, while gilt yields re...","Sri Lank rupee ends firmer, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 180.80/181.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday gaining a rupee, while gilt yields re...",positive,0.991126955
"Sweeping tax cuts announced; VAT down to 8%; PAYE, NBT slashed",11/27/2019,Economy,"Following its first-ever Cabinet meeting, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's caretaker government announced sweeping tax cut...","Sweeping tax cuts announced; VAT down to 8%; PAYE, NBT slashed Following its first-ever Cabinet meeting, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's caretaker government announced sweeping tax cut...",negative,-0.974446654
Police probing abduction of Swiss Embassy staffer,11/27/2019,International Relations,Police are investigating an alleged incident where a Sri Lankan woman staffer at the Swiss Embassy had been abducted on ...,Police probing abduction of Swiss Embassy staffer Police are investigating an alleged incident where a Sri Lankan woman staffer at the Swiss Embassy had been abducted on ...,negative,-0.971238256
Sri Lanka regulator disputes reports of investor interest in The Finance Co. banking license,11/27/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka’s Central Bank has called out reports that The Finance Company was in talks with three investors keen to acq...,Sri Lanka regulator disputes reports of investor interest in The Finance Co. banking license Sri Lanka’s Central Bank has called out reports that The Finance Company was in talks with three investors keen to acq...,negative,-0.991601288
"Sri Lanka replaces VAT, NBT with  8-pct tax, ESC, debit tax removed: Bandula",11/27/2019,Economy," Sri Lanka's cabinet had approved a cut of value added tax to 8 percent from 15, removed withholding tax on interest, a ...","Sri Lanka replaces VAT, NBT with  8-pct tax, ESC, debit tax removed: Bandula  Sri Lanka's cabinet had approved a cut of value added tax to 8 percent from 15, removed withholding tax on interest, a ...",negative,-0.969689369
Ministerial portfolios not a privilege but a responsibility – President,11/27/2019,Politics,"Ministerial portfolios and other positions bestowed on govt MPs must not be considered a privilege but a responsibility,...","Ministerial portfolios not a privilege but a responsibility – President Ministerial portfolios and other positions bestowed on govt MPs must not be considered a privilege but a responsibility,...",positive,0.930170119
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields edge up at auction,11/27/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields edged up across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 12-month yield going up 07 basi...,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields edge up at auction Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields edged up across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 12-month yield going up 07 basi...,positive,0.738096952
Heavy showers expected,11/27/2019,Weather and Climate,"The Department of Metrology says heavy showers about 100-150 mm are likely in Northern, Uva, Eastern and North-Central p...","Heavy showers expected The Department of Metrology says heavy showers about 100-150 mm are likely in Northern, Uva, Eastern and North-Central p...",negative,-0.97213465
Sri Lanka food industries should disclose risks promptly: Health official,11/27/2019,Business,Food industries should disclose any risks or hazards they encounter promptly to prevent bigger problems and loss of trus...,Sri Lanka food industries should disclose risks promptly: Health official Food industries should disclose any risks or hazards they encounter promptly to prevent bigger problems and loss of trus...,negative,-0.924603045
Speaker recognises Ranil as Opp. Leader,11/27/2019,Politics,"Formally recognising United National Party (UNP) leader Ranil Wickremesinghe, Speaker Karu Jayasuriya said today that hi...","Speaker recognises Ranil as Opp. Leader Formally recognising United National Party (UNP) leader Ranil Wickremesinghe, Speaker Karu Jayasuriya said today that hi...",positive,0.995483398
Seth FM – Radio that heals,11/27/2019,Easter Sunday attacks,Seth FM the local community Radio station that operates from the Katuwapitiya area became the nodal point after the East...,Seth FM – Radio that heals Seth FM the local community Radio station that operates from the Katuwapitiya area became the nodal point after the East...,positive,0.992507637
New State and Deputy Ministers sworn in,11/27/2019,Politics,New State Ministers and Deputy Ministers of the interim government were sworn in before President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at ...,New State and Deputy Ministers sworn in New State Ministers and Deputy Ministers of the interim government were sworn in before President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at ...,positive,0.971451938
Maldives Islamic Bank raises US$15.8mn in IPO backed by Sri Lanka' NDBIB,11/27/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's NDB Investment  Bank said it had helped Maldives Investment Bank (MIB) raise 244.1 million Maldives Rufiyaa ...,Maldives Islamic Bank raises US$15.8mn in IPO backed by Sri Lanka' NDBIB Sri Lanka's NDB Investment  Bank said it had helped Maldives Investment Bank (MIB) raise 244.1 million Maldives Rufiyaa ...,positive,0.511365771
Dinesh wants Diplomats to find solutions to external pressures,11/27/2019,International Relations,Minister of Foreign Affairs Dinesh Gunawardena is calling on the country's diplomatic service to find solutions for exte...,Dinesh wants Diplomats to find solutions to external pressures Minister of Foreign Affairs Dinesh Gunawardena is calling on the country's diplomatic service to find solutions for exte...,negative,-0.994063199
Sri Lanka President appoints state ministers,11/27/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed state minister for the following portfolios.,Sri Lanka President appoints state ministers Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed state minister for the following portfolios.,positive,0.993850827
Sri Lanka needs monetary discipline to avoid further downgrades: Bellwether,11/27/2019,Bellwether,Sri Lanka will face credit downgrades and possible sovereign default of dollar debt unless the highly unstable discretio...,Sri Lanka needs monetary discipline to avoid further downgrades: Bellwether Sri Lanka will face credit downgrades and possible sovereign default of dollar debt unless the highly unstable discretio...,negative,-0.993527353
Career diplomats heading Sri Lanka foreign missions increased to 58-pct,11/27/2019,Political News," A majority 58 percent of Sri Lanka's foreign missions are now headed by career diplomats, up from 37 percent a year ago...","Career diplomats heading Sri Lanka foreign missions increased to 58-pct  A majority 58 percent of Sri Lanka's foreign missions are now headed by career diplomats, up from 37 percent a year ago...",positive,0.948868454
Sri Lanka subsidized credit schemes under review,11/27/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka is reviewing subsidized credit schemes targeting small and medium entrepreneurs, are expected to resume after ...","Sri Lanka subsidized credit schemes under review Sri Lanka is reviewing subsidized credit schemes targeting small and medium entrepreneurs, are expected to resume after ...",negative,-0.982024431
Police search Newshub.lk newsroom,11/26/2019,Security,"A Police team from the Mirihana Police searched the newsroom of  Newshub.lk this morning, investigating a complaint that...","Police search Newshub.lk newsroom A Police team from the Mirihana Police searched the newsroom of  Newshub.lk this morning, investigating a complaint that...",negative,-0.994844556
Sri Lanka airports on alert after top cop flees,11/26/2019,Defence,The Sri Lankan government has put airports on alert to stop police detectives leaving without permission after a top off...,Sri Lanka airports on alert after top cop flees The Sri Lankan government has put airports on alert to stop police detectives leaving without permission after a top off...,negative,-0.990617216
Australian mineral sands firm increases Sri Lanka deposits with acquisition,11/26/2019,Business,Australian mineral sands miner Titanium Sands Ltd. will increase its resource base in Sri Lanka with shareholder approva...,Australian mineral sands firm increases Sri Lanka deposits with acquisition Australian mineral sands miner Titanium Sands Ltd. will increase its resource base in Sri Lanka with shareholder approva...,positive,0.994733691
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilt yields up",11/26/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.65/95 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while gilt yields gained for the fourth cons...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilt yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.65/95 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while gilt yields gained for the fourth cons...",negative,-0.989521146
Finance Ministry to reorganise Enterprise Sri Lanka loan scheme,11/26/2019,Economy,"The Ministry of Finance, Economic and Policy Development will review and reorganise the Enterprise Sri Lanka concessiona...","Finance Ministry to reorganise Enterprise Sri Lanka loan scheme The Ministry of Finance, Economic and Policy Development will review and reorganise the Enterprise Sri Lanka concessiona...",negative,-0.950643241
Conde Nast Traveler readers vote Sri Lanka 4th best to visit,11/26/2019,Business,Readers of the upmarket travel publication Conde Nast Traveler have voted Sri Lanka the fourth best country to travel to...,Conde Nast Traveler readers vote Sri Lanka 4th best to visit Readers of the upmarket travel publication Conde Nast Traveler have voted Sri Lanka the fourth best country to travel to...,positive,0.997644484
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.18-pct higher,11/26/2019,Markets,ri Lanka stocks closed 0.18 percent higher mainly on gains in Cargills (Ceylon) Plc and Carson Cumberbatch Plc on Tuesda...,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.18-pct higher ri Lanka stocks closed 0.18 percent higher mainly on gains in Cargills (Ceylon) Plc and Carson Cumberbatch Plc on Tuesda...,negative,-0.989523232
FMM Concerned by Shani transfer,11/26/2019,Security,The Free Media Movement (FMM) is asking the National Police Commission to reconsider the hasty transfer of the Director ...,FMM Concerned by Shani transfer The Free Media Movement (FMM) is asking the National Police Commission to reconsider the hasty transfer of the Director ...,negative,-0.997094154
Namal permitted to travel abroad till 10 Feb,11/26/2019,Corruption,The Colombo High Court hearing the Gowers Corporate case granted permission to MP Namal Rajapaksa today to travel abroad...,Namal permitted to travel abroad till 10 Feb The Colombo High Court hearing the Gowers Corporate case granted permission to MP Namal Rajapaksa today to travel abroad...,positive,0.899059176
Indian consent important to reform Provincial Councils,11/26/2019,Politics,It is best that any reform or abolition of the provincial councils should be done in consultation with India and with th...,Indian consent important to reform Provincial Councils It is best that any reform or abolition of the provincial councils should be done in consultation with India and with th...,negative,-0.959872723
More girls in STEM-classes could bridge Sri Lanka gender digital divide,11/26/2019,ICT,Sri Lanka should make extra efforts to get more girls educated in STEM or science-based subjects to eliminate gender dis...,More girls in STEM-classes could bridge Sri Lanka gender digital divide Sri Lanka should make extra efforts to get more girls educated in STEM or science-based subjects to eliminate gender dis...,negative,-0.965903699
Enter the Speaker; Karu trying to bring peace to UNP,11/26/2019,Politics,Speaker Karu Jayasuriya is stepping in to try and end the civil war in the United National Party..,Enter the Speaker; Karu trying to bring peace to UNP Speaker Karu Jayasuriya is stepping in to try and end the civil war in the United National Party..,positive,0.993172348
"MCC compact to be ""launched soon"" in SL - Alice Wells",11/26/2019,International Relations,"The controversial Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) compact will be launched in Sri Lanka soon, a senior US diploma...","MCC compact to be ""launched soon"" in SL - Alice Wells The controversial Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) compact will be launched in Sri Lanka soon, a senior US diploma...",positive,0.947308064
"TISL launches peps.lk, a politically exposed persons’ online database",11/26/2019,Politics,Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) launched an online database today (26) with information on politically expos...,"TISL launches peps.lk, a politically exposed persons’ online database Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) launched an online database today (26) with information on politically expos...",positive,0.90355593
Govt will abolish the  fuel price formula only if necessary-Amaraweera,11/26/2019,Politics,"Minister of Passenger Transport Management, Power and Energy Mahinda Amaraweera is saying the government will abolish th...","Govt will abolish the  fuel price formula only if necessary-Amaraweera Minister of Passenger Transport Management, Power and Energy Mahinda Amaraweera is saying the government will abolish th...",negative,-0.994051635
Sri Lanka's ACL buys 51-pct stake in cable firm for Rs481mn,11/26/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's ACL Cables said it plans to buy a 51 percent stake in another cable manufacturing company called Cable Solut...,Sri Lanka's ACL buys 51-pct stake in cable firm for Rs481mn Sri Lanka's ACL Cables said it plans to buy a 51 percent stake in another cable manufacturing company called Cable Solut...,negative,-0.983059645
Three investors keen on Sri Lanka's The Finance Co. banking licence,11/26/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka’s The Finance Company has appealed against a central bank decision to cancel its licence, saying it was in t...","Three investors keen on Sri Lanka's The Finance Co. banking licence Sri Lanka’s The Finance Company has appealed against a central bank decision to cancel its licence, saying it was in t...",negative,-0.999114454
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields up",11/26/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.15/20 to the US dollar, while gilt yields gained and stocks opened 0.46 per...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.15/20 to the US dollar, while gilt yields gained and stocks opened 0.46 per...",negative,-0.994350135
British and Saudi envoys meet President,11/26/2019,International Relations,British High Commissioner Sarah Hulton and Deputy Commissioner Tom Burn called on President Gotabaya Rajapaksa yesterday...,British and Saudi envoys meet President British High Commissioner Sarah Hulton and Deputy Commissioner Tom Burn called on President Gotabaya Rajapaksa yesterday...,positive,0.892937899
"Brick export market promising, Sri Lanka ceramic industry told",11/26/2019,Business,Sri Lankan ceramic exporters have been told the export market for bricks in industrialised countries is very promising w...,"Brick export market promising, Sri Lanka ceramic industry told Sri Lankan ceramic exporters have been told the export market for bricks in industrialised countries is very promising w...",positive,0.99942565
Foreign Travel ban on 704 CID officers,11/26/2019,Security,The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has made a request through the Immigration and Emigration Department to susp...,Foreign Travel ban on 704 CID officers The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has made a request through the Immigration and Emigration Department to susp...,negative,-0.967487276
India's Vistara starts flights to Sri Lanka as tourism recovers,11/26/2019,Aviation," Vistara, a full service carrier owned between India's Tata group and Singapore Airlines has started flights to Sri Lank...","India's Vistara starts flights to Sri Lanka as tourism recovers  Vistara, a full service carrier owned between India's Tata group and Singapore Airlines has started flights to Sri Lank...",negative,-0.986383557
"Sri Lanka will not threaten India's security, will change Hambantota deal: President",11/26/2019,General Economy,Sri Lanka will not engage in activities to harm the security interests of India  and will re-negotiate a deal that with ...,"Sri Lanka will not threaten India's security, will change Hambantota deal: President Sri Lanka will not engage in activities to harm the security interests of India  and will re-negotiate a deal that with ...",positive,0.993844867
Will not harm Indian interests; leasing H'tota Port was a mistake - President,11/25/2019,Politics,"In his first ever interview as Head of State, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa told an Indian journalist that he will not ha...","Will not harm Indian interests; leasing H'tota Port was a mistake - President In his first ever interview as Head of State, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa told an Indian journalist that he will not ha...",positive,0.713563681
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stock close 0.58-pct lower",11/25/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 180.85/181.00 to the US dollar on Monday, while gilt yields gained marginally and s...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stock close 0.58-pct lower Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 180.85/181.00 to the US dollar on Monday, while gilt yields gained marginally and s...",negative,-0.999290466
The need for safe places for women highlighted,11/25/2019,Human Rights,The most predominant human rights violation in all places at all times is gender-based violence ,The need for safe places for women highlighted The most predominant human rights violation in all places at all times is gender-based violence ,negative,-0.958676934
Public transport: 90% of women face harassment but less than 4% complain,11/25/2019,Women's Rights,"While over 90% women are victims of gender-based violence in public transport, fewer than 4% seek legal recourse, a gend...","Public transport: 90% of women face harassment but less than 4% complain While over 90% women are victims of gender-based violence in public transport, fewer than 4% seek legal recourse, a gend...",negative,-0.97164166
Sri Lanka to make laws to clear state workers from prosecution: PM,11/25/2019,Economy, Sri Lanka will make new laws to clear state workers from the wrongdoing or lapses committed by taking decisions made in...,Sri Lanka to make laws to clear state workers from prosecution: PM  Sri Lanka will make new laws to clear state workers from the wrongdoing or lapses committed by taking decisions made in...,negative,-0.966596842
Coomaraswamy to quit as CBSL Governor,11/25/2019,Economy,Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Governor Dr. Indrajit Coomarawsamy has decided to call it quits in December for persona...,Coomaraswamy to quit as CBSL Governor Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Governor Dr. Indrajit Coomarawsamy has decided to call it quits in December for persona...,negative,-0.999281108
CID probing IP Silva's departure,11/25/2019,Security,Police headquarters have ordered the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to immediately investigate and submit a ful...,CID probing IP Silva's departure Police headquarters have ordered the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to immediately investigate and submit a ful...,negative,-0.992661595
Sri Lanka's IT industry takes aim at artificial intelligence,11/25/2019,ICT,Sri Lanka's information technology industry is aiming to expand deeper into artificial intelligence and use its strength...,Sri Lanka's IT industry takes aim at artificial intelligence Sri Lanka's information technology industry is aiming to expand deeper into artificial intelligence and use its strength...,positive,0.986672521
Need to create a strong Opposition-Manusha,11/25/2019,Politics,Parliamentarian Manusha Nanayakkara said that the United National Party MPs should stop helping the government for their...,Need to create a strong Opposition-Manusha Parliamentarian Manusha Nanayakkara said that the United National Party MPs should stop helping the government for their...,negative,-0.99938333
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields flat",11/25/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 180.30/180.40 to the US dollar, while gilt yields were flat and stocks opened 0...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 180.30/180.40 to the US dollar, while gilt yields were flat and stocks opened 0...",negative,-0.999024987
Hong Kong democracy camp heads for stunning polls win,11/25/2019,International news,"Hong Kong's pro-democracy camp was cruising towards a crushing victory in community-level elections on Monday, sending t...","Hong Kong democracy camp heads for stunning polls win Hong Kong's pro-democracy camp was cruising towards a crushing victory in community-level elections on Monday, sending t...",positive,0.997599423
Sri Lanka cement production picks up,11/25/2019,Construction and Real Estate,Sri Lanka's domestic cement production has risen 26.6 percent from a year earlier to 2.31 million tonnes in the first se...,Sri Lanka cement production picks up Sri Lanka's domestic cement production has risen 26.6 percent from a year earlier to 2.31 million tonnes in the first se...,positive,0.986088932
Sri Lanka to bridge knowledge gap in dairy tech with Dutch backing,11/24/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka is setting up a training center to boost knowledge in dairy farming, backed by the Netherlands, which has one ...","Sri Lanka to bridge knowledge gap in dairy tech with Dutch backing Sri Lanka is setting up a training center to boost knowledge in dairy farming, backed by the Netherlands, which has one ...",positive,0.987001061
Corbyn's promises bad policies that led to UK's post WWII decline,11/24/2019,Uncategorized,Plans by Britain's Labour party to nationalise key industries would reverse a business trend begun by Margaret Thatcher ...,Corbyn's promises bad policies that led to UK's post WWII decline Plans by Britain's Labour party to nationalise key industries would reverse a business trend begun by Margaret Thatcher ...,negative,-0.998798609
Sri Lanka's Colombo container volumes up 5.1-pct in Sept 2019,11/24/2019,Logistics,"Sri Lanka's Colombo Port has handled 604,400 container in September 2019, up 5.1 percent from a year earlier, with weak ...","Sri Lanka's Colombo container volumes up 5.1-pct in Sept 2019 Sri Lanka's Colombo Port has handled 604,400 container in September 2019, up 5.1 percent from a year earlier, with weak ...",negative,-0.998669147
Sri Lanka industrial zone shelved as expropriation thwarted,11/23/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka has shelved plans to set up an industrial zone with Thailand's Rojana as an attempt expropriate leased land fr...,Sri Lanka industrial zone shelved as expropriation thwarted Sri Lanka has shelved plans to set up an industrial zone with Thailand's Rojana as an attempt expropriate leased land fr...,negative,-0.997705519
Police Commission criticized over Shani transfer,11/23/2019,Law and Order,Civil Society activists and Opposition Members of Parliament are criticizing the National Police Commission (NPC) for tr...,Police Commission criticized over Shani transfer Civil Society activists and Opposition Members of Parliament are criticizing the National Police Commission (NPC) for tr...,negative,-0.994779229
Sri Lanka president to call snap parliamentary election in March,11/22/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's new president said Friday that he will call a snap parliamentary election in March following his sweeping vi...,Sri Lanka president to call snap parliamentary election in March Sri Lanka's new president said Friday that he will call a snap parliamentary election in March following his sweeping vi...,negative,-0.599907398
"Qualified people to head Sri Lanka SOEs, president says",11/22/2019,Business,Only qualified and experienced people will be appointed to head Sri Lanka's statutory bodies and State-Owned Enterprises...,"Qualified people to head Sri Lanka SOEs, president says Only qualified and experienced people will be appointed to head Sri Lanka's statutory bodies and State-Owned Enterprises...",negative,-0.911414981
More than 40 incidents of post-election violence reported-CMEV,11/22/2019,PresPoll2020,Centre for Monitoring Election Violence (CMEV) states that 45 incidents of post-election violence were reported during t...,More than 40 incidents of post-election violence reported-CMEV Centre for Monitoring Election Violence (CMEV) states that 45 incidents of post-election violence were reported during t...,negative,-0.963553488
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields up marginally",11/22/2019,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 180.00/180.20 to the dollar on Thursday, while gilt yields gained, dealers and bro...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields up marginally  Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 180.00/180.20 to the dollar on Thursday, while gilt yields gained, dealers and bro...",negative,-0.997308135
Gotabaya takes a tough line on government jobs,11/22/2019,Politics,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is urging Ministers and Members of Parliament from his party to grant jobs that do not requ...,Gotabaya takes a tough line on government jobs President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is urging Ministers and Members of Parliament from his party to grant jobs that do not requ...,positive,0.994654775
UNP must analyse defeat and change accordingly - Ranil,11/22/2019,Politics,"Calling for an analysis of the defeat, UNP leader Ranil Wickremesinghe today called for sombre reflection on why the par...","UNP must analyse defeat and change accordingly - Ranil Calling for an analysis of the defeat, UNP leader Ranil Wickremesinghe today called for sombre reflection on why the par...",negative,-0.962129831
Confusion over defence portfolio,11/22/2019,Politics,"Following this morning's swearing-in of the caretaker Cabinet of Ministers, there appears to be some confusion over who ...","Confusion over defence portfolio Following this morning's swearing-in of the caretaker Cabinet of Ministers, there appears to be some confusion over who ...",negative,-0.998701811
Sri Lanka’s Softlogic to hive off equity to raise funds for retail expansion,11/22/2019,Business,Sri Lanka’s Softlogic Holdings group plans to hive off equity to raise funds in its retail sector which was restructur...,Sri Lanka’s Softlogic to hive off equity to raise funds for retail expansion Sri Lanka’s Softlogic Holdings group plans to hive off equity to raise funds in its retail sector which was restructur...,negative,-0.996783614
Sri Lanka stocks close down 0.31-pct,11/22/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.31percent lower mainly on losses in Ceylon Tobacco and Nestle Lanka Plc on Friday, provisional...","Sri Lanka stocks close down 0.31-pct Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.31percent lower mainly on losses in Ceylon Tobacco and Nestle Lanka Plc on Friday, provisional...",negative,-0.998524368
"Sri Lanka's Hurulu eco park major tourist draw, revenue up 6-fold",11/22/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's Hurulu Eco park in north-central Habarana has become a major tourist attraction, with foreign visitors and r...","Sri Lanka's Hurulu eco park major tourist draw, revenue up 6-fold Sri Lanka's Hurulu Eco park in north-central Habarana has become a major tourist attraction, with foreign visitors and r...",positive,0.998519003
CID Director transferred,11/22/2019,Politics,The Director of the Criminal Investigation Department Shani Abeysekara has been transferred out of his position the Acti...,CID Director transferred The Director of the Criminal Investigation Department Shani Abeysekara has been transferred out of his position the Acti...,negative,-0.963004172
The Challenge to reunify a divided polity,11/22/2019,Other News,Buddhist Monks greeting Gotabaya Rajapaksa during the election camaign/SLPP Media,The Challenge to reunify a divided polity Buddhist Monks greeting Gotabaya Rajapaksa during the election camaign/SLPP Media,negative,-0.989817917
New Cabinet of Ministers sworn in,11/22/2019,Politics,The new Cabinet of Ministers was sworn in before President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the Presidential Secretariat this morni...,New Cabinet of Ministers sworn in The new Cabinet of Ministers was sworn in before President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the Presidential Secretariat this morni...,negative,-0.997002661
Sri Lanka tableware industry seeks kaolin mining revival,11/22/2019,Business,Sri Lankan ceramic tableware manufacturers are trying to revive kaolin or china clay mining to reduce reliance on import...,Sri Lanka tableware industry seeks kaolin mining revival Sri Lankan ceramic tableware manufacturers are trying to revive kaolin or china clay mining to reduce reliance on import...,negative,-0.957376957
Sri Lanka stocks open weaker,11/22/2019,Markets,"Sri Lankan stocks opened weaker Friday with both indices down in the first hour of trading, brokers said.","Sri Lanka stocks open weaker Sri Lankan stocks opened weaker Friday with both indices down in the first hour of trading, brokers said.",negative,-0.998755693
"Sri Lanka appoints new cabinet, Mahinda Finance",11/22/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka has appointed a new cabinet with Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa also keeping the finance portfolio.,"Sri Lanka appoints new cabinet, Mahinda Finance Sri Lanka has appointed a new cabinet with Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa also keeping the finance portfolio.",positive,0.992181063
Sri Lanka to revise criteria for systemically important banks,11/22/2019,Banking," Sri Lanka is in the process of revising criteria to designate systemically important banks, and not all banks that exce...","Sri Lanka to revise criteria for systemically important banks  Sri Lanka is in the process of revising criteria to designate systemically important banks, and not all banks that exce...",negative,-0.979370594
Sri Lanka national inflation hits 5.6-pct in October,11/21/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka’s nationwide inflation hit an almost two-year high of 5.6 percent in October 2019, according to central bank...","Sri Lanka national inflation hits 5.6-pct in October Sri Lanka’s nationwide inflation hit an almost two-year high of 5.6 percent in October 2019, according to central bank...",negative,-0.97945857
"Who's going to be Leader of the Opposition, Ranil or Sajith?",11/21/2019,Politics,https://www.republicnext.com/politics/massive-crowd-to-meet-sajith-at-vauxhall-street/,"Who's going to be Leader of the Opposition, Ranil or Sajith? https://www.republicnext.com/politics/massive-crowd-to-meet-sajith-at-vauxhall-street/",positive,0.893251419
Massive crowd to meet Sajith at Vauxhall Street,11/21/2019,Politics,Thousands of party supporters gathered at the Vauxhall Street election of office of the UNP to meet their defeated presi...,Massive crowd to meet Sajith at Vauxhall Street Thousands of party supporters gathered at the Vauxhall Street election of office of the UNP to meet their defeated presi...,positive,0.994803011
"Ranil, Sajith both proposed as Sri Lanka opposition leader",11/21/2019,Political News,Factions of the United National Party has proposed Ranil Wickremesinghe and Sajith Premadasa as opposition leader at mee...,"Ranil, Sajith both proposed as Sri Lanka opposition leader Factions of the United National Party has proposed Ranil Wickremesinghe and Sajith Premadasa as opposition leader at mee...",negative,-0.960784674
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields gain",11/21/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 179.50/70 to the dollar on Thursday, while gilt yields rose, dealers and brokers sa...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields gain Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 179.50/70 to the dollar on Thursday, while gilt yields rose, dealers and brokers sa...",negative,-0.997557759
Reconciliation efforts in fractured Digana,11/21/2019,Human Rights,"The multi-ethnic and multi-religious region of Digana, Pallekelle and Balagolla in the Kandy district is a tinder-box wi...","Reconciliation efforts in fractured Digana The multi-ethnic and multi-religious region of Digana, Pallekelle and Balagolla in the Kandy district is a tinder-box wi...",negative,-0.916545749
Sri Lanka warns of bank data theft from online 'easy loan' scams,11/21/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank has warned the public to be vigilant of online scams usually done through offers of easy loan s...,Sri Lanka warns of bank data theft from online 'easy loan' scams Sri Lanka's central bank has warned the public to be vigilant of online scams usually done through offers of easy loan s...,negative,-0.989297211
MR sworn in as the new Prime Minister,11/21/2019,Politics,Former President and Leader of Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Mahinda Rajapaksa was sworn in today (21 Nov). as the 24th Pr...,MR sworn in as the new Prime Minister Former President and Leader of Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Mahinda Rajapaksa was sworn in today (21 Nov). as the 24th Pr...,positive,0.995867491
Sri Lanka stocks close marginally weaker,11/21/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed marginally weaker Thursday, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close marginally weaker Sri Lanka stocks closed marginally weaker Thursday, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.995464981
"Sri Lanka central bank objects to Fitch analysis, says loose",11/21/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's central bank has objected to a statement by Fitch Ratings which warned that budgets may be hit by stimulus s...,"Sri Lanka central bank objects to Fitch analysis, says loose Sri Lanka's central bank has objected to a statement by Fitch Ratings which warned that budgets may be hit by stimulus s...",negative,-0.996658921
Charges dropped against immune new Sri Lanka president,11/21/2019,Political News," Corruption charges against Sri Lankan president Gotabaya Rajapaksa were dropped Thursday by a court, which handed his p...","Charges dropped against immune new Sri Lanka president  Corruption charges against Sri Lankan president Gotabaya Rajapaksa were dropped Thursday by a court, which handed his p...",negative,-0.901701272
"Mahinda sworn in as Sri Lanka PM, cabinet tomorrow",11/21/2019,Political News,"Mahinda Rajapaksa was sworn in as Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Thursday, after his brother Gotabaya Rajapaksa won presiden...","Mahinda sworn in as Sri Lanka PM, cabinet tomorrow Mahinda Rajapaksa was sworn in as Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Thursday, after his brother Gotabaya Rajapaksa won presiden...",positive,0.989549637
"Chemical residue tests for Sri Lanka tea exports in German, Taiwan markets",11/21/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lankan tea exporters are facing new hurdles in the form of tough tests for chemical residues in markets like Germany...,"Chemical residue tests for Sri Lanka tea exports in German, Taiwan markets Sri Lankan tea exporters are facing new hurdles in the form of tough tests for chemical residues in markets like Germany...",negative,-0.997580051
Ranil promises to hand over reins to young leaders,11/21/2019,Politics,Outgoing Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said that the party will be handed over to a group of young leaders who can...,Ranil promises to hand over reins to young leaders Outgoing Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said that the party will be handed over to a group of young leaders who can...,positive,0.997086585
Sri Lanka Telecom to build cricket ground,11/21/2019,Business,Sri Lanka Telecom and Sri Lanka cricket will build a cricket playground in a 36 acre land belonging to the telco in a su...,Sri Lanka Telecom to build cricket ground Sri Lanka Telecom and Sri Lanka cricket will build a cricket playground in a 36 acre land belonging to the telco in a su...,negative,-0.981235266
"Sri Lanka polls worsen policy uncertainty, stimulus may widen deficits: Fitch",11/21/2019,Economy, Sri Lanka's recent elections may worsen policy uncertainty and ambitious growth targets may widen deficits with stimulu...,"Sri Lanka polls worsen policy uncertainty, stimulus may widen deficits: Fitch  Sri Lanka's recent elections may worsen policy uncertainty and ambitious growth targets may widen deficits with stimulu...",negative,-0.997816563
Defence Secy instructs acting IGP to be extra vigilant in coming days,11/21/2019,Politics,Newly appointed Secretary to the Defence Ministry Major General Kamal Gunaratne has instructed the Acting Inspector Gene...,Defence Secy instructs acting IGP to be extra vigilant in coming days Newly appointed Secretary to the Defence Ministry Major General Kamal Gunaratne has instructed the Acting Inspector Gene...,positive,0.981888831
"Sri Lanka stocks flat, rupee opens weaker, gilt marginally up",11/21/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks were flat in the first hour of trading and he rupee was quoted weaker at 179.40/60 to the dollar, w...","Sri Lanka stocks flat, rupee opens weaker, gilt marginally up Sri Lanka’s stocks were flat in the first hour of trading and he rupee was quoted weaker at 179.40/60 to the dollar, w...",negative,-0.999568641
Gotabaya released from D. A. Rajapaksa memorial case; passport released,11/21/2019,Politics,"President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has been released from all indictments in the D. A. Rajapaksa memorial case, sources said.","Gotabaya released from D. A. Rajapaksa memorial case; passport released President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has been released from all indictments in the D. A. Rajapaksa memorial case, sources said.",negative,-0.935477793
Six new governors appointed by President Rajapaksa,11/21/2019,Politics,"Six new governors were appointed by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa this morning (21 Nov), the presidential secretariat sai...","Six new governors appointed by President Rajapaksa Six new governors were appointed by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa this morning (21 Nov), the presidential secretariat sai...",positive,0.978833616
Asia markets plunge on trade fears after US passes HK rights bill,11/21/2019,International news,- Hong Kong led losses as Asian markets tanked on Thursday after US lawmakers passed a bill supporting the city's civil ...,Asia markets plunge on trade fears after US passes HK rights bill - Hong Kong led losses as Asian markets tanked on Thursday after US lawmakers passed a bill supporting the city's civil ...,negative,-0.998655796
Mahinda becomes PM for the third time today,11/21/2019,Politics,Mahinda Rajapaksa will be sworn in as Prime Minister to head an interim government by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at 1:...,Mahinda becomes PM for the third time today Mahinda Rajapaksa will be sworn in as Prime Minister to head an interim government by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa at 1:...,positive,0.990189254
"Mahinda as Sri Lanka PM, 15-member interim cabinet",11/21/2019,Political News,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's brother Mahinda Rajapaksa would be sworn in as Prime Minister later Thursday and a 15 mem...,"Mahinda as Sri Lanka PM, 15-member interim cabinet President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's brother Mahinda Rajapaksa would be sworn in as Prime Minister later Thursday and a 15 mem...",positive,0.980095744
"Tax, duty relief package planned to kick start investments in Sri Lanka",11/21/2019,Economy,A package of investment relief to identified sectors which will also encourage the inflow of funds held abroad is being ...,"Tax, duty relief package planned to kick start investments in Sri Lanka A package of investment relief to identified sectors which will also encourage the inflow of funds held abroad is being ...",positive,0.990855336
Sri Lanka's new president names brother Mahinda as PM,11/20/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's new President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will swear in his elder brother Mahinda -- a former president himself -- as...,Sri Lanka's new president names brother Mahinda as PM Sri Lanka's new President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will swear in his elder brother Mahinda -- a former president himself -- as...,positive,0.992991447
New Sri Lanka president urged to respect Tamil vote for devolution,11/20/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's main minority Tamil party has called on newly-elected President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to respect their supporte...,New Sri Lanka president urged to respect Tamil vote for devolution Sri Lanka's main minority Tamil party has called on newly-elected President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to respect their supporte...,positive,0.980931103
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields ease",11/20/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 179.20/35 to the dollar on Wednesday, while gilt yields eased, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields ease Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 179.20/35 to the dollar on Wednesday, while gilt yields eased, dealers said.",positive,0.556255281
Ranil will resign tomorrow,11/20/2019,Politics,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe will resign from office tomorrow he said in a statement released to Media a short wh...,Ranil will resign tomorrow Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe will resign from office tomorrow he said in a statement released to Media a short wh...,negative,-0.996485591
Waiting for Ranil to resign so Mahinda can be PM - Dinesh,11/20/2019,Politics,MP Dinesh Gunawardena says the SLPP is waiting for PM Wickremesinghe to resign so that SLPP leader Mahinda Rajapaksa can...,Waiting for Ranil to resign so Mahinda can be PM - Dinesh MP Dinesh Gunawardena says the SLPP is waiting for PM Wickremesinghe to resign so that SLPP leader Mahinda Rajapaksa can...,negative,-0.997745574
"Constitution change de-politicized institutions, allowed free polls: outgoing Sri Lanka PM",11/20/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said he will formally resign tomorrow, allowing President Gotabaya Rajap...","Constitution change de-politicized institutions, allowed free polls: outgoing Sri Lanka PM Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said he will formally resign tomorrow, allowing President Gotabaya Rajap...",negative,-0.984886348
"Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port, vocational outfit train youth for harbour jobs",11/20/2019,Logistics,The Chinese-run Hambantota International Port (HIP) in southern Sri Lanka said it has tied up with a vocational training...,"Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port, vocational outfit train youth for harbour jobs The Chinese-run Hambantota International Port (HIP) in southern Sri Lanka said it has tied up with a vocational training...",positive,0.597141504
Sri Lanka PM to resign paving way for new cabinet,11/20/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe will resign paving the way for newly elected President Gotabaya Rajapaks...,Sri Lanka PM to resign paving way for new cabinet Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe will resign paving the way for newly elected President Gotabaya Rajapaks...,negative,-0.989224732
Sri Lanka 12-month Treasury yield falls 29bp to 8.22-pct,11/20/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s Treasury Bill yields fell across maturities at Wednesday’s auction with the biggest fall in the 12-month...,Sri Lanka 12-month Treasury yield falls 29bp to 8.22-pct Sri Lanka’s Treasury Bill yields fell across maturities at Wednesday’s auction with the biggest fall in the 12-month...,negative,-0.997996509
"Sri Lanka to progress on national security, economic development on native foundation: Treasury secy",11/20/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will progress with national security, economic development and welfare based on a native foundation, Treasury ...","Sri Lanka to progress on national security, economic development on native foundation: Treasury secy Sri Lanka will progress with national security, economic development and welfare based on a native foundation, Treasury ...",positive,0.998058379
Sri Lanka stocks down after two-day post-election rally,11/20/2019,Markets,"Sri Lankan stocks closed 0.07 percent lower on Wednesday, with the benchmark index pushed down mainly by losses in John ...","Sri Lanka stocks down after two-day post-election rally Sri Lankan stocks closed 0.07 percent lower on Wednesday, with the benchmark index pushed down mainly by losses in John ...",negative,-0.999672055
Sajith Attygalle assumes duties as Sri Lanka Treasury secretary,11/20/2019,Economy,"Sajith Attygalle, a Deputy Governor at Sri Lanka' central bank who is also veteran at the finance ministry has assumed d...","Sajith Attygalle assumes duties as Sri Lanka Treasury secretary Sajith Attygalle, a Deputy Governor at Sri Lanka' central bank who is also veteran at the finance ministry has assumed d...",positive,0.987672746
Will forge ahead with new leader - Harin,11/20/2019,Politics,Former Minister Harin Fernando says the Sajith Premadasa faction of the UNP will forge ahead with a new leader in the ru...,Will forge ahead with new leader - Harin Former Minister Harin Fernando says the Sajith Premadasa faction of the UNP will forge ahead with a new leader in the ru...,positive,0.998344183
Sri Lanka Hirdaramani deploys cost cutting start-up software in apparel group factories,11/20/2019,Apparel,Sri Lanka's Hirdaramani apparel conglomerate is deploying new quality management software developed by a group IT start-...,Sri Lanka Hirdaramani deploys cost cutting start-up software in apparel group factories Sri Lanka's Hirdaramani apparel conglomerate is deploying new quality management software developed by a group IT start-...,negative,-0.982570589
"Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, stocks up 0.36-pct",11/20/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 179.00/10 to the dollar, while gilt yields eased and stocks opened 0.36 perce...","Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, stocks up 0.36-pct Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 179.00/10 to the dollar, while gilt yields eased and stocks opened 0.36 perce...",negative,-0.955190241
Tornado damages 17 homes in Galle,11/20/2019,weather,"Some 17 houses were partially damaged after a small tornado hit Medakimbiya area in Wanduramba, Galle, last afternoon (1...","Tornado damages 17 homes in Galle Some 17 houses were partially damaged after a small tornado hit Medakimbiya area in Wanduramba, Galle, last afternoon (1...",negative,-0.987639964
"Sri Lanka's Ocean Lanka sees revenues grow, backed by cleaner production",11/20/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's Ocean Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, the island's largest weft-knitted fabric factory is boosting revenues as it ties up w...","Sri Lanka's Ocean Lanka sees revenues grow, backed by cleaner production Sri Lanka's Ocean Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, the island's largest weft-knitted fabric factory is boosting revenues as it ties up w...",positive,0.999267638
"Sri Lanka President says looking forward to working with the US, EU",11/20/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has said he is looking forward to working with the United State and European Un...,"Sri Lanka President says looking forward to working with the US, EU Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has said he is looking forward to working with the United State and European Un...",positive,0.997826755
Our strategy brought Gota to power - Gnanasara,11/20/2019,Politics,Bodu Bala Sena Chief Galagodaththe Gnanasara Thero is taking the credit for the election of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa...,Our strategy brought Gota to power - Gnanasara Bodu Bala Sena Chief Galagodaththe Gnanasara Thero is taking the credit for the election of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa...,positive,0.999166489
Sri Lanka needs modern laws to bring investments to Port City: Basil,11/20/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka needs modern laws to bring investments to Port City, top Sri Lanka Podujana Party official and former economic...","Sri Lanka needs modern laws to bring investments to Port City: Basil Sri Lanka needs modern laws to bring investments to Port City, top Sri Lanka Podujana Party official and former economic...",negative,-0.988937616
"Harsha resigns, asks to keep Sri Lanka Suwa Seriya paramedic service going",11/19/2019,Political News,Economic Reforms Minister Harsha de Silva has resigned asking to preserve the Suwaseriya paramedic service which takes a...,"Harsha resigns, asks to keep Sri Lanka Suwa Seriya paramedic service going Economic Reforms Minister Harsha de Silva has resigned asking to preserve the Suwaseriya paramedic service which takes a...",negative,-0.994033635
Ranil is staying put; postpones decision to quit,11/19/2019,Politics,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe who was expected to resign after he met President Gotabaya Rajapaksa today has not d...,Ranil is staying put; postpones decision to quit Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe who was expected to resign after he met President Gotabaya Rajapaksa today has not d...,negative,-0.989457428
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields ease",11/19/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 179.30/40 to the dollar, while gilt yields eased, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields ease Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 179.30/40 to the dollar, while gilt yields eased, dealers said.",positive,0.900101244
Over 20 incidents of post-election violence in 72 hours - CMEV,11/19/2019,PresPoll2020,The CMEV states that 22  incidents of post-election violence have been recorded in the 72 hours since election night (16...,Over 20 incidents of post-election violence in 72 hours - CMEV The CMEV states that 22  incidents of post-election violence have been recorded in the 72 hours since election night (16...,negative,-0.955534339
"Sri Lanka constitution should be changed, 19 amendment abolished: Basil",11/19/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka constitution has to be changed and a 19th amendment should be abolished, Basil Rajapaksa, brother of President...","Sri Lanka constitution should be changed, 19 amendment abolished: Basil Sri Lanka constitution has to be changed and a 19th amendment should be abolished, Basil Rajapaksa, brother of President...",negative,-0.99400419
Nalin Bandara calls for collective resignation allowing Rajapaksa govt to fail,11/19/2019,Politics,Deputy Minister Nalin Bandara insisted today that the Yahapalana Government should resign collectively and let the new g...,Nalin Bandara calls for collective resignation allowing Rajapaksa govt to fail Deputy Minister Nalin Bandara insisted today that the Yahapalana Government should resign collectively and let the new g...,negative,-0.997588515
Sri Lanka’s Softlogic in Rs762mn Sept quarter loss,11/19/2019,Business,Sri Lanka’s Softlogic Holdings made a loss of 762 million rupees in the September 2019 quarter compared with profits o...,Sri Lanka’s Softlogic in Rs762mn Sept quarter loss Sri Lanka’s Softlogic Holdings made a loss of 762 million rupees in the September 2019 quarter compared with profits o...,negative,-0.999155164
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.22-pct higher,11/19/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.22 percent higher on Tuesday pushed by Commercial Bank, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.22-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.22 percent higher on Tuesday pushed by Commercial Bank, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.994811773
Gotabaya assumes office as President,11/19/2019,Politics,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa moved into the Presidential Secretariat as he formally took office as the seventh President...,Gotabaya assumes office as President President Gotabaya Rajapaksa moved into the Presidential Secretariat as he formally took office as the seventh President...,positive,0.99367106
Sri Lanka’s Ceylinco Insurance Sept net up 159-pct,11/19/2019,Finance,Sri Lanka's Ceylinco Insurance net profits shot up 159 percent to 1.7 billion rupees in the September 2019 quarter from ...,Sri Lanka’s Ceylinco Insurance Sept net up 159-pct Sri Lanka's Ceylinco Insurance net profits shot up 159 percent to 1.7 billion rupees in the September 2019 quarter from ...,negative,-0.934418559
No decision yet to handover the government to Gota-Ashok,11/19/2019,Politics,Former Minister Ashok Abeysinghe that there is no decision has been taken yet to handover the government to the new Pres...,No decision yet to handover the government to Gota-Ashok Former Minister Ashok Abeysinghe that there is no decision has been taken yet to handover the government to the new Pres...,negative,-0.987545192
UNP requests supporters to report incidents of post-election violence,11/19/2019,Politics,The UNP called on its supporters who have allegedly become victims of post-election violence to report such incidents to...,UNP requests supporters to report incidents of post-election violence The UNP called on its supporters who have allegedly become victims of post-election violence to report such incidents to...,negative,-0.97582835
Sri Lanka Distilleries Corp Sept quarter net profit up 11.3-pct,11/19/2019,Uncategorized,"Profits at Distilleries Corporation of Sri Lanka Plc, the island’s largest alcohol producer, grew 11.3 percent to 1.3 ...","Sri Lanka Distilleries Corp Sept quarter net profit up 11.3-pct Profits at Distilleries Corporation of Sri Lanka Plc, the island’s largest alcohol producer, grew 11.3 percent to 1.3 ...",positive,0.918514788
"Future of Sri Lanka government, elections to be decided this week: Speaker",11/19/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's parliamentary speaker said a party leaders meeting will be called this week to decide on the government and ...,"Future of Sri Lanka government, elections to be decided this week: Speaker Sri Lanka's parliamentary speaker said a party leaders meeting will be called this week to decide on the government and ...",positive,0.989997268
Party leaders'meeting to decide on future action,11/19/2019,Politics,Speaker Karu Jayasuriya is saying that the leaders of political parties in Parliament will meet this week and decide on ...,Party leaders'meeting to decide on future action Speaker Karu Jayasuriya is saying that the leaders of political parties in Parliament will meet this week and decide on ...,positive,0.99551481
Gotabaya Rajapaksa assumes office as Sri Lanka President,11/19/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's new President Gotabaya Rajapaksa assumed duties at the presidential secretariat Tuesday after winning 52 per...,Gotabaya Rajapaksa assumes office as Sri Lanka President Sri Lanka's new President Gotabaya Rajapaksa assumed duties at the presidential secretariat Tuesday after winning 52 per...,positive,0.994840562
"Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, stocks up 0.82-pct",11/19/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opens stronger at 179.25/35, while gilt yields eased and stocks opened 0.82 percent higher, dealers ...","Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, stocks up 0.82-pct Sri Lanka’s rupee opens stronger at 179.25/35, while gilt yields eased and stocks opened 0.82 percent higher, dealers ...",negative,-0.825200737
"Sri Lanka's Hirdaramani, Bangladesh apparel firms on HSBC Serai tech platform",11/19/2019,Apparel,Sri Lanka's Hirdaramani group and several Bangladesh apparel firms are among early adopters of a supply chain matching s...,"Sri Lanka's Hirdaramani, Bangladesh apparel firms on HSBC Serai tech platform Sri Lanka's Hirdaramani group and several Bangladesh apparel firms are among early adopters of a supply chain matching s...",positive,0.955668986
"Ranil to meet new Sri Lanka President, tipped to resign",11/19/2019,Political News,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is to meet new Sri Lanka President Gotabhaya Rajapaksa and current opposition leader...,"Ranil to meet new Sri Lanka President, tipped to resign Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is to meet new Sri Lanka President Gotabhaya Rajapaksa and current opposition leader...",positive,0.999271452
UNP agreeable for Election after Feb 15 - Kiriella,11/18/2019,Politics,The United National Party Parliamentary Group is not agreeable to support the dissolution of Parliament immediately but ...,UNP agreeable for Election after Feb 15 - Kiriella The United National Party Parliamentary Group is not agreeable to support the dissolution of Parliament immediately but ...,negative,-0.989444315
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields ease",11/18/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger at 179.50/60, while gilt yields eased pushed by buying, brokers and dealers","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields ease Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger at 179.50/60, while gilt yields eased pushed by buying, brokers and dealers",positive,0.902094364
Sri Lankans warned against buying mis-declared Audi A5s,11/18/2019,Ground,"The Ceylon Motor Traders Association, representing Sri Lankan agents of international automotive manufactures, has warne...","Sri Lankans warned against buying mis-declared Audi A5s The Ceylon Motor Traders Association, representing Sri Lankan agents of international automotive manufactures, has warne...",negative,-0.995855749
Election largely peaceful but held in uneven playing field - EU observers,11/18/2019,PresPoll2020,"The EU election observers mission said that though the presidential election was largely peaceful, contestents had to co...","Election largely peaceful but held in uneven playing field - EU observers The EU election observers mission said that though the presidential election was largely peaceful, contestents had to co...",negative,-0.994125009
"Sri Lanka poll peaceful, bias, hate speech, disinformation in media: EU observers",11/18/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's 2019 presidential campaign was peaceful, but there was hate speech, disinformation and bias in media, an Eur...","Sri Lanka poll peaceful, bias, hate speech, disinformation in media: EU observers Sri Lanka's 2019 presidential campaign was peaceful, but there was hate speech, disinformation and bias in media, an Eur...",negative,-0.99661082
"Sri Lanka stocks close 1.7-pct higher with JKH, Cold Stores",11/18/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed up 1.7 percent with gains in index heavy John Keells Holdings and Cold Stores Monday, provisio...","Sri Lanka stocks close 1.7-pct higher with JKH, Cold Stores Sri Lanka's stocks closed up 1.7 percent with gains in index heavy John Keells Holdings and Cold Stores Monday, provisio...",negative,-0.992888749
"‘Sri Lankan media should self-regulate,’ - Election Observers",11/18/2019,International Relations,Asian Election observers faulted both private and State Media organisations for favouring their chosen candidates during...,"‘Sri Lankan media should self-regulate,’ - Election Observers Asian Election observers faulted both private and State Media organisations for favouring their chosen candidates during...",negative,-0.998057067
Coexistence has been ruined by politics - Patali,11/18/2019,Politics,"The country which was on the path to reunification has been divided by the politics of this election, former Minister Pa...","Coexistence has been ruined by politics - Patali The country which was on the path to reunification has been divided by the politics of this election, former Minister Pa...",negative,-0.999677062
U.S. says to support Sri Lanka’s sovereignty through heightened good governance,11/18/2019,Political News,The United States said it is ready to work with new Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to support the country’s s...,U.S. says to support Sri Lanka’s sovereignty through heightened good governance The United States said it is ready to work with new Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to support the country’s s...,positive,0.998022556
Gotabaya wants minorities to join him,11/18/2019,Politics,Newly elected President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is inviting the minority communities to join him for the betterment of the co...,Gotabaya wants minorities to join him Newly elected President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is inviting the minority communities to join him for the betterment of the co...,positive,0.984222829
Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence Sept profits down on Easter Sunday hit on tourism,11/18/2019,Markets,Net profits at diversified Sri Lankan group Aitken Spence Plc for the September quarter fell 52.1 percent to 355.2 milli...,Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence Sept profits down on Easter Sunday hit on tourism Net profits at diversified Sri Lankan group Aitken Spence Plc for the September quarter fell 52.1 percent to 355.2 milli...,negative,-0.997491837
"New Sri Lanka president pledges professionalism, efficiency in administration",11/18/2019,Defence,Sri Lanka's newly-elected president Gotabaya Rajapaksa Monday said he would rebuild government administration giving pri...,"New Sri Lanka president pledges professionalism, efficiency in administration Sri Lanka's newly-elected president Gotabaya Rajapaksa Monday said he would rebuild government administration giving pri...",positive,0.972167432
GR-MR administration ready with economic strategy for Sri Lanka: Cabraal,11/18/2019,Economy," A new administration headed by newly elected President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is ready to tackle Sri Lanka's economy, which...","GR-MR administration ready with economic strategy for Sri Lanka: Cabraal  A new administration headed by newly elected President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is ready to tackle Sri Lanka's economy, which...",positive,0.997163355
Ranil to resign in the next 24 hours,11/18/2019,Politics,"The United National Front government will support the Sri Lanka Podujana party to go for early elections, House Leader a...","Ranil to resign in the next 24 hours The United National Front government will support the Sri Lanka Podujana party to go for early elections, House Leader a...",negative,-0.836830258
Sri Lanka stocks soar 1.7-pct at open after Gotabaya victory,11/18/2019,Markets, Sri Lanka stocks soared 1.7 percent Monday in the first day of trading while Sri Lanka rupee opened stronger at 179.60/...,Sri Lanka stocks soar 1.7-pct at open after Gotabaya victory  Sri Lanka stocks soared 1.7 percent Monday in the first day of trading while Sri Lanka rupee opened stronger at 179.60/...,positive,0.766995072
Changing 19th Amendment SLPP priority - MR,11/18/2019,Politics,The first priority of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna will be to examine the 19th Amendment to the Constitution with a v...,Changing 19th Amendment SLPP priority - MR The first priority of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna will be to examine the 19th Amendment to the Constitution with a v...,negative,-0.922961295
"Easter attacks, lower US apparel demand hits Sri Lanka's exports in Sept",11/18/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's exports fell 9.8 percent from a year earlier to 952.1 million US dollars in September due to a fall in appar...,"Easter attacks, lower US apparel demand hits Sri Lanka's exports in Sept Sri Lanka's exports fell 9.8 percent from a year earlier to 952.1 million US dollars in September due to a fall in appar...",negative,-0.999484897
President-elect Gotabaya to swear in today,11/18/2019,PresPoll2020,President-elect Gotabaya Rajapaksa will be sworn in as the country's seventh Executive President today at the sacred Ruv...,President-elect Gotabaya to swear in today President-elect Gotabaya Rajapaksa will be sworn in as the country's seventh Executive President today at the sacred Ruv...,positive,0.995755315
"Calls for Sri Lanka parliamentary elections, new cabinet",11/18/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka Podujana Party of newly elected Sri Lanka president is calling on members of parliament who backed Prime Minis...,"Calls for Sri Lanka parliamentary elections, new cabinet Sri Lanka Podujana Party of newly elected Sri Lanka president is calling on members of parliament who backed Prime Minis...",negative,-0.930525601
"Mahinda Rajapaksa says looking at Sri Lanka constitutional, legal reforms",11/17/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka Podujana Party leader Mahinda Rajapaksa said they are looking to change the constitution after his brother Got...,"Mahinda Rajapaksa says looking at Sri Lanka constitutional, legal reforms Sri Lanka Podujana Party leader Mahinda Rajapaksa said they are looking to change the constitution after his brother Got...",negative,-0.854594231
Vote reveals stark racial divide between North and South,11/17/2019,Opinion,The vote revealed that the minority-dominated North and East voted heavily against Rajapaksa and the majority South for ...,Vote reveals stark racial divide between North and South The vote revealed that the minority-dominated North and East voted heavily against Rajapaksa and the majority South for ...,negative,-0.889262617
Gotabaya Rajapaksa says he will be President for all Sri Lankans,11/17/2019,Political News,"Newly-elected Gotabaya Rajapaksa, said he will be the President of all Sri Lankans regardless of their religion or race.","Gotabaya Rajapaksa says he will be President for all Sri Lankans Newly-elected Gotabaya Rajapaksa, said he will be the President of all Sri Lankans regardless of their religion or race.",positive,0.998878896
Mangala resigns from Finance Ministry,11/17/2019,Politics,Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera resigned from the post of Finance Minister today after the election of Gotabaya Raj...,Mangala resigns from Finance Ministry Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera resigned from the post of Finance Minister today after the election of Gotabaya Raj...,negative,-0.996762991
Sri Lanka finance minister Mangala Samaraweera resigns,11/17/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera has resigned following the defeat of Sajith Premadasa in the 2019 presi...,Sri Lanka finance minister Mangala Samaraweera resigns Sri Lanka's Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera has resigned following the defeat of Sajith Premadasa in the 2019 presi...,negative,-0.995620072
Gotabaya Rajapaksa wins Sri Lanka presidency in polarized vote,11/17/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's ex-Defence Secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa who helped defeat Tamil Tiger separatists is being elected in a deep...,Gotabaya Rajapaksa wins Sri Lanka presidency in polarized vote Sri Lanka's ex-Defence Secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa who helped defeat Tamil Tiger separatists is being elected in a deep...,positive,0.989179254
Pakistan congratulates Rajapaksa on winning Sri Lanka presidential poll,11/17/2019,Political News,Pakistan has congratulated Gotabaya Rajapaksa for winning the Sri Lanka presidential elections.,Pakistan congratulates Rajapaksa on winning Sri Lanka presidential poll Pakistan has congratulated Gotabaya Rajapaksa for winning the Sri Lanka presidential elections.,positive,0.998315454
Harin Fernando steps down from his posts,11/17/2019,Politics,UNP MP Harin Fernando has quit his Ministerial posts as well as all officwes he holds with the party after the rubbing t...,Harin Fernando steps down from his posts UNP MP Harin Fernando has quit his Ministerial posts as well as all officwes he holds with the party after the rubbing t...,negative,-0.99836725
Gotabaya Rajapaksa storms to victory in Sri Lanka election,11/17/2019,Political News,"Gotabaya Rajapaksa, who spearheaded the brutal crushing of the Tamil Tigers 10 years ago, stormed to victory Sunday in S...","Gotabaya Rajapaksa storms to victory in Sri Lanka election Gotabaya Rajapaksa, who spearheaded the brutal crushing of the Tamil Tigers 10 years ago, stormed to victory Sunday in S...",positive,0.997677267
Sajith steps down as UNP deputy leader; says most peaceful elections in history,11/17/2019,Political News,Sajith Premadasa has said he is stepping down as Deputy Leader of the United National Party conceding defeat to Gotabaya...,Sajith steps down as UNP deputy leader; says most peaceful elections in history Sajith Premadasa has said he is stepping down as Deputy Leader of the United National Party conceding defeat to Gotabaya...,negative,-0.967844784
Premadasa concedes Sri Lanka presidential poll to Rajapaksa,11/17/2019,Political News, Sri Lanka's ruling party candidate Sajith Premadasa Sunday conceded the presidential poll on Sunday and congratulated h...,Premadasa concedes Sri Lanka presidential poll to Rajapaksa  Sri Lanka's ruling party candidate Sajith Premadasa Sunday conceded the presidential poll on Sunday and congratulated h...,positive,0.991401494
Gotabaya Rajapaksa's party claims victory in Sri Lanka presidential polls,11/17/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka Podujana Party has claimed victory in 2019 presidential polls with its candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa getting la...,Gotabaya Rajapaksa's party claims victory in Sri Lanka presidential polls Sri Lanka Podujana Party has claimed victory in 2019 presidential polls with its candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa getting la...,positive,0.889635682
Gotabaya Rajapaksa leading in declared Sri Lanka Presidential poll results,11/17/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka Podujana Party candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa is leading in declared results, helped by large majorities in Sout...","Gotabaya Rajapaksa leading in declared Sri Lanka Presidential poll results Sri Lanka Podujana Party candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa is leading in declared results, helped by large majorities in Sout...",positive,0.99875772
Gotabaya Rajapaksa takes lead in early Sri Lanka presidential poll results,11/17/2019,Political News,"Former defence secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa from Sri Lanka Podujana Party has taken an early lead in presidential plls, ...","Gotabaya Rajapaksa takes lead in early Sri Lanka presidential poll results Former defence secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa from Sri Lanka Podujana Party has taken an early lead in presidential plls, ...",positive,0.972594738
Final result by tomorrow evening - Deshapriya,11/16/2019,Politics,"Sri Lankans will know who their next President will be by 6pm tomorrow, the Chairman of the National Elections Commissio...","Final result by tomorrow evening - Deshapriya Sri Lankans will know who their next President will be by 6pm tomorrow, the Chairman of the National Elections Commissio...",positive,0.97977519
Sri Lanka Presidential election turnout could reach 84-pct: Poll chief,11/16/2019,Political News,"Turnout at Sri Lanka's 2019 Presidential elections could reach 84 percent at the final count with the minimal violence, ...","Sri Lanka Presidential election turnout could reach 84-pct: Poll chief Turnout at Sri Lanka's 2019 Presidential elections could reach 84 percent at the final count with the minimal violence, ...",positive,0.860693038
President bids farewell in final address,11/16/2019,PresPoll2020,"President Maithripala Sirisena made his final speech as head of state today, vowing to continue his service to the natio...","President bids farewell in final address President Maithripala Sirisena made his final speech as head of state today, vowing to continue his service to the natio...",positive,0.99411726
Sri Lanka 19th amendement ensured peaceful election: Ranil,11/16/2019,Political News,Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said the 19th amendment has given the freedom for citizens to have an ele...,Sri Lanka 19th amendement ensured peaceful election: Ranil Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said the 19th amendment has given the freedom for citizens to have an ele...,positive,0.997872472
"Sri Lanka outgoing president says established democracy, media freedom",11/16/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's outgoing President Maithripala Sirisena said in a farewell address that he had established democracy, media ...","Sri Lanka outgoing president says established democracy, media freedom Sri Lanka's outgoing President Maithripala Sirisena said in a farewell address that he had established democracy, media ...",positive,0.993659198
Sri Lanka Presidential polls close with high turnout,11/16/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's presidential polls closed Saturday with turnouts in many districts reporting turnouts over 70 percent report...,Sri Lanka Presidential polls close with high turnout Sri Lanka's presidential polls closed Saturday with turnouts in many districts reporting turnouts over 70 percent report...,positive,0.974564195
Sri Lanka presidential election 2019 - live,11/16/2019,Political News,"Around 50 to 60 percent of votes had been cast in many districts by 1300 hours Saturday, reports said while elections of...","Sri Lanka presidential election 2019 - live Around 50 to 60 percent of votes had been cast in many districts by 1300 hours Saturday, reports said while elections of...",negative,-0.868636549
'Pad Man' faces 'Terminator' in Sri Lanka vote fight,11/16/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's presidential election is a showdown between a man offering free sanitary pads and a former soldier dubbed th...,'Pad Man' faces 'Terminator' in Sri Lanka vote fight Sri Lanka's presidential election is a showdown between a man offering free sanitary pads and a former soldier dubbed th...,negative,-0.988563418
Sri Lanka military roadblocks in the north cleared by police,11/16/2019,Political News,"Roadblocks set up by the military in the northern Jaffna peninsular has been cleared, police said.","Sri Lanka military roadblocks in the north cleared by police Roadblocks set up by the military in the northern Jaffna peninsular has been cleared, police said.",negative,-0.980355024
Shots fired at buses carrying Muslim voters,11/16/2019,Law and Order,Police are investigating an incident where stones were thrown and shots fired at two buses carrying Muslim voters from P...,Shots fired at buses carrying Muslim voters Police are investigating an incident where stones were thrown and shots fired at two buses carrying Muslim voters from P...,negative,-0.995907307
Sri Lanka Presidential election 2019 - live,11/16/2019,PresPoll2020,Click to see live updates of the election coverage ,Sri Lanka Presidential election 2019 - live Click to see live updates of the election coverage ,positive,0.973735631
"Sri Lanka Presidential polls open, subsidies and tax cuts offered amid rising debt",11/16/2019,Political News,"Sri Lankans began voting Saturday on elections to select their next President, with key candidates offering subsidies, t...","Sri Lanka Presidential polls open, subsidies and tax cuts offered amid rising debt Sri Lankans began voting Saturday on elections to select their next President, with key candidates offering subsidies, t...",negative,-0.961081326
Gunmen fire on buses carrying Muslim Sri Lankan voters,11/16/2019,Political News,"Gunmen opened fire on a convoy of buses carrying minority Muslim voters in northwest Sri Lanka on Saturday, hours before...","Gunmen fire on buses carrying Muslim Sri Lankan voters Gunmen opened fire on a convoy of buses carrying minority Muslim voters in northwest Sri Lanka on Saturday, hours before...",negative,-0.989387155
Sri Lanka President asks people vote without fear,11/16/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has asked people to go to vote on November 16 to elect a president without fe...,Sri Lanka President asks people vote without fear Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has asked people to go to vote on November 16 to elect a president without fe...,positive,0.996081054
Voting begins in crucial poll,11/16/2019,Politics,The battle between the contestants is also a struggle to replace Sri Lanka's septuagenarian leadership with younger lead...,Voting begins in crucial poll The battle between the contestants is also a struggle to replace Sri Lanka's septuagenarian leadership with younger lead...,negative,-0.901865005
Rajapaksas eye comeback in Sri Lanka presidential election,11/16/2019,Political News,"Sri Lankans choose a new president on Saturday in what could mark a comeback for the Rajapaksa clan, lauded by supporter...","Rajapaksas eye comeback in Sri Lanka presidential election Sri Lankans choose a new president on Saturday in what could mark a comeback for the Rajapaksa clan, lauded by supporter...",positive,0.999594748
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields unchanged",11/15/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 180.25/30 on Friday while bond yields remained flat, brokers and dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 180.25/30 on Friday while bond yields remained flat, brokers and dealers said.",negative,-0.964620471
No increase in Wheat Flour price,11/15/2019,Consumer Affairs,The government is vigorously denying that there has been an increase in the price of Wheat Flour and has complained to t...,No increase in Wheat Flour price The government is vigorously denying that there has been an increase in the price of Wheat Flour and has complained to t...,negative,-0.988384008
Sri Lanka says wheat flour prices not hiked,11/15/2019,Agriculture,"The retail price of wheat flour in Sri Lanka has not been hiked, and the Consumer Affairs Authority has not given approv...","Sri Lanka says wheat flour prices not hiked The retail price of wheat flour in Sri Lanka has not been hiked, and the Consumer Affairs Authority has not given approv...",positive,0.509457588
Food poisoning hits Sri Lanka officials ahead of vote,11/15/2019,Political News,At least 50 Sri Lankan election officials at the capital Colombo's main counting centre were admitted to hospital on Fri...,Food poisoning hits Sri Lanka officials ahead of vote At least 50 Sri Lankan election officials at the capital Colombo's main counting centre were admitted to hospital on Fri...,negative,-0.998330653
"Sri Lanka's Access begins Marine Square project backed by Mustapha, China Harbhour",11/15/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's Access group, Singapore-based Mustapha and China Harbour Engineering group have begun construction of Colomb...","Sri Lanka's Access begins Marine Square project backed by Mustapha, China Harbhour Sri Lanka's Access group, Singapore-based Mustapha and China Harbour Engineering group have begun construction of Colomb...",negative,-0.547031105
"Sri Lanka Sept trade gap widens to US$758mn, apparel, tea exports fall",11/15/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's trade deficit widened in September 2019 to 758 million U.S. dollars from 713 million dollars a year ago with...,"Sri Lanka Sept trade gap widens to US$758mn, apparel, tea exports fall Sri Lanka's trade deficit widened in September 2019 to 758 million U.S. dollars from 713 million dollars a year ago with...",negative,-0.970390677
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.72-pct up,11/15/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.72 percent higher largely on gains in John Keells Holdings, Ceylon Tobacco Co. and Sri Lankan ...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.72-pct up Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.72 percent higher largely on gains in John Keells Holdings, Ceylon Tobacco Co. and Sri Lankan ...",negative,-0.939525187
Sri Lanka Access Engineering profits down 20.8-pct in Sept quarter,11/15/2019,Business,Sri Lankan construction firm Access Engineering Plc’s net profits for the September 2019 quarter fell  20.8 percent to...,Sri Lanka Access Engineering profits down 20.8-pct in Sept quarter Sri Lankan construction firm Access Engineering Plc’s net profits for the September 2019 quarter fell  20.8 percent to...,negative,-0.998955369
Sri Lanka seeks to double post-2010 tourism investments over next five years,11/15/2019,Business,Sri Lanka is expecting investments into tourism received from 2010 to 2019 to double over the next five years to 6 billi...,Sri Lanka seeks to double post-2010 tourism investments over next five years Sri Lanka is expecting investments into tourism received from 2010 to 2019 to double over the next five years to 6 billi...,negative,-0.974620461
"Removal of posters, banners and cutouts cost Rs 60 million to date -Police",11/15/2019,PresPoll2020,"It has cost the authorities Rs. 60 million to date to remove posters, banners and cutouts promoting canddiates so far, t...","Removal of posters, banners and cutouts cost Rs 60 million to date -Police It has cost the authorities Rs. 60 million to date to remove posters, banners and cutouts promoting canddiates so far, t...",negative,-0.998573899
Sri Lanka's Melstacorp Sept quarter profits fall 58-pct,11/15/2019,Business,Profits at Sri Lanka's Melstacorp group fell 58 percent to 624 million rupees in the September 2019 quarter from a year ...,Sri Lanka's Melstacorp Sept quarter profits fall 58-pct Profits at Sri Lanka's Melstacorp group fell 58 percent to 624 million rupees in the September 2019 quarter from a year ...,negative,-0.998864293
Piramal Glass Sri Lanka unit back in profit in Sept quarter,11/15/2019,Business,The Sri Lankan unit of India's Piramal Glass returned to profits in the September 2019 quarter with net earnings of 74 m...,Piramal Glass Sri Lanka unit back in profit in Sept quarter The Sri Lankan unit of India's Piramal Glass returned to profits in the September 2019 quarter with net earnings of 74 m...,negative,-0.96754694
NPP lodges complaint against false report on second preference,11/15/2019,PresPoll2020,The National People’s Power (NPP) has lodged a complaint with the Election Commission (EC) against a Sunday newspaper ...,NPP lodges complaint against false report on second preference The National People’s Power (NPP) has lodged a complaint with the Election Commission (EC) against a Sunday newspaper ...,negative,-0.99396801
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks up",11/15/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger at 180.10/25 on Friday while bond yields remained stable and stocks opened 0.03 perc...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks up Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger at 180.10/25 on Friday while bond yields remained stable and stocks opened 0.03 perc...",positive,0.708031058
"Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank Sept net up on operating income, lower bad loan provisions",11/15/2019,Banking,Net profits at Sri Lanka's largest listed lender Commercial Bank for the September quarter grew 21.8 percent from a year...,"Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank Sept net up on operating income, lower bad loan provisions Net profits at Sri Lanka's largest listed lender Commercial Bank for the September quarter grew 21.8 percent from a year...",negative,-0.96001488
Sri Lanka DFCC Bank net up  in Sept quarter,11/15/2019,Banking,Profits of Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank group grew 76 percent to 835 million rupees in the September 2019 quarter from a year e...,Sri Lanka DFCC Bank net up  in Sept quarter Profits of Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank group grew 76 percent to 835 million rupees in the September 2019 quarter from a year e...,positive,0.95685184
Kishu Gomes leaves Sri Lanka Tourism,11/15/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka's Tourism Promotion Bureau chairman Kishu Gomes has resigned with effect from November 15, 2019.","Kishu Gomes leaves Sri Lanka Tourism Sri Lanka's Tourism Promotion Bureau chairman Kishu Gomes has resigned with effect from November 15, 2019.",negative,-0.995947063
"Festive demand boosts Sri Lanka factory output, automation hits service jobs",11/14/2019,Business,Sri Lanka’s factory production increased in October propelled by food and beverage manufacturing to meet festive deman...,"Festive demand boosts Sri Lanka factory output, automation hits service jobs Sri Lanka’s factory production increased in October propelled by food and beverage manufacturing to meet festive deman...",positive,0.987114191
Sri Lanka author attacked ahead of key polls,11/14/2019,Legal," Armed men stabbed and injured a writer in Sri Lanka on Thursday, a week after he published a book criticising the main ...","Sri Lanka author attacked ahead of key polls  Armed men stabbed and injured a writer in Sri Lanka on Thursday, a week after he published a book criticising the main ...",negative,-0.997467041
Journalist attacked over book on corruption in previous govt,11/14/2019,Crime,A freelance journalist and writer in Galle came under attack this morning over a book he wrote about alleged corruption ...,Journalist attacked over book on corruption in previous govt A freelance journalist and writer in Galle came under attack this morning over a book he wrote about alleged corruption ...,negative,-0.995494723
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields unchanged",11/14/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka’s rupee ended weaker at 180.35/45 on Thursday while bond yields remained unchanged, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka’s rupee ended weaker at 180.35/45 on Thursday while bond yields remained unchanged, dealers said.",negative,-0.995783567
"Sri Lanka gets US$750mn of FDI in first nine months of 2019, targets US$1.5bn",11/14/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has received about 750 million US dollars of foreign direct investments in the first nine months of 2019, Boar...","Sri Lanka gets US$750mn of FDI in first nine months of 2019, targets US$1.5bn Sri Lanka has received about 750 million US dollars of foreign direct investments in the first nine months of 2019, Boar...",negative,-0.985305727
All schools to be closed tomorrow - Mistry of Education,11/14/2019,PresPoll2020,All government schools across the island will be closed tomorrow (15) in view of the presidential election scheduled for...,All schools to be closed tomorrow - Mistry of Education All government schools across the island will be closed tomorrow (15) in view of the presidential election scheduled for...,negative,-0.996651351
Sri Lanka’s NDB Sept quarter net profit flat at Rs1.1bn,11/14/2019,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka’s National Development Bank (NDB) were almost flat at 1.1 billion rupees in the September 2019 qu...,Sri Lanka’s NDB Sept quarter net profit flat at Rs1.1bn Profits at Sri Lanka’s National Development Bank (NDB) were almost flat at 1.1 billion rupees in the September 2019 qu...,negative,-0.99941659
'Unhealthy' Colombo air back to moderate level,11/14/2019,Environment,"The air quality of Colombo which was recorded as ‘unhealthy for sensitive groups’ this morning (14), has gone up to ...","'Unhealthy' Colombo air back to moderate level The air quality of Colombo which was recorded as ‘unhealthy for sensitive groups’ this morning (14), has gone up to ...",negative,-0.883526325
Sri Lanka stocks fall on Ceylon Tobacco Company,11/14/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks end 0.16 percent lower on Thursday, dragged down by Ceylon Tobacco Company, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks fall on Ceylon Tobacco Company Sri Lanka stocks end 0.16 percent lower on Thursday, dragged down by Ceylon Tobacco Company, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.999559462
Sri Lanka raises overflight fees after air navigation upgrades,11/14/2019,Aviation,"Sri Lankan aviation authorities have increased overflying charges for aircraft flying through the island's airspace, the...","Sri Lanka raises overflight fees after air navigation upgrades Sri Lankan aviation authorities have increased overflying charges for aircraft flying through the island's airspace, the...",negative,-0.886942029
My pardon not arbitrary; met Rathana Thero five years ago - Royal Park convict,11/14/2019,Human Rights,"In an open letter circulating on social media, the Royal Park murder covict claims his presidential pardon was not arbit...","My pardon not arbitrary; met Rathana Thero five years ago - Royal Park convict In an open letter circulating on social media, the Royal Park murder covict claims his presidential pardon was not arbit...",negative,-0.994634748
Sri Lanka says approved US$36n in FDI with US$24bn refinery,11/14/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's investment promotion agency has approved a 24 billion dollar refinery and petro chemical complex taking tota...,Sri Lanka says approved US$36n in FDI with US$24bn refinery Sri Lanka's investment promotion agency has approved a 24 billion dollar refinery and petro chemical complex taking tota...,negative,-0.90130049
Audit flags delays in ADB-funded Sri Lanka water project,11/14/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's auditor general has drawn attention to delays in an Asian Development Bank-funded project to improve water s...,Audit flags delays in ADB-funded Sri Lanka water project Sri Lanka's auditor general has drawn attention to delays in an Asian Development Bank-funded project to improve water s...,negative,-0.966921449
Numerous complaints on the misuse of state buildings and vehicles – TISL,11/14/2019,PresPoll2020,Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) said today (14) that it has recorded complaints of a number of incidents of ...,Numerous complaints on the misuse of state buildings and vehicles – TISL Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) said today (14) that it has recorded complaints of a number of incidents of ...,negative,-0.992753029
Wave of Islamophobia likely after election - Mahesh,11/14/2019,PresPoll2020,Presidential hopeful General Mahesh Senanayake has warned of a resurgence in anti-Muslim sentiment in the country in the...,Wave of Islamophobia likely after election - Mahesh Presidential hopeful General Mahesh Senanayake has warned of a resurgence in anti-Muslim sentiment in the country in the...,positive,0.90924263
SriLankan Airlines' Airbus deal flouted procurement rules: Auditor General,11/14/2019,Aviation, State-run SriLankan Airlines had violated government procurement guidelines in entering a deal to purchase and lease 14...,SriLankan Airlines' Airbus deal flouted procurement rules: Auditor General  State-run SriLankan Airlines had violated government procurement guidelines in entering a deal to purchase and lease 14...,negative,-0.997378349
"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks open stronger",11/14/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger at 180.20/30 on Thursday as bond yields remained stable from Wednesday and stocks op...,"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks open stronger Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger at 180.20/30 on Thursday as bond yields remained stable from Wednesday and stocks op...",negative,-0.727455676
Worst media behaviour in election history - Election Commissioner,11/14/2019,Politics,Election Commissioner Mahinda Deshapriya said yesterday that in no other election has the media behaved worse than they ...,Worst media behaviour in election history - Election Commissioner Election Commissioner Mahinda Deshapriya said yesterday that in no other election has the media behaved worse than they ...,negative,-0.999635935
Sri Lanka Finance and Leasing firm ratings under pressure: Fitch,11/14/2019,Banking,"The ratings of finance and leasing companies will face downward pressure amid a slowing economy and rising bad loans, Fi...","Sri Lanka Finance and Leasing firm ratings under pressure: Fitch The ratings of finance and leasing companies will face downward pressure amid a slowing economy and rising bad loans, Fi...",negative,-0.99862504
Sri Lanka Presidential candidates end campaigning,11/14/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's Presidential candidates ended campaigning with the candidates promising a fast growing economy, national sec...","Sri Lanka Presidential candidates end campaigning Sri Lanka's Presidential candidates ended campaigning with the candidates promising a fast growing economy, national sec...",positive,0.833792865
Sri Lanka gets US150mn from ADB for rural roads,11/14/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka has is getting 150 million US dollars from the Asian Development Bank as part of an overall program to upgrade...,Sri Lanka gets US150mn from ADB for rural roads Sri Lanka has is getting 150 million US dollars from the Asian Development Bank as part of an overall program to upgrade...,negative,-0.969456255
False news reports: Sumanthiran wants criminal investigation under ICCPR,11/13/2019,PresPoll2020,Lawyers for TNA MP M. A. Sumanthiran wrote to the Acting IGP today requesting an investigation into allegedly false repo...,False news reports: Sumanthiran wants criminal investigation under ICCPR Lawyers for TNA MP M. A. Sumanthiran wrote to the Acting IGP today requesting an investigation into allegedly false repo...,negative,-0.996420503
Sri Lanka banks' negative outlook remains with rising bad loans: Fitch,11/13/2019,Uncategorized,Ratings agency Fitch said Sri Lanka's negative banking sector outlook is likely to remain in the short-term due to a con...,Sri Lanka banks' negative outlook remains with rising bad loans: Fitch Ratings agency Fitch said Sri Lanka's negative banking sector outlook is likely to remain in the short-term due to a con...,negative,-0.999685645
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields edge up",11/13/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 180.25/35 on Wednesday while gilt yields were up marginally from Friday's close, ...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields edge up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 180.25/35 on Wednesday while gilt yields were up marginally from Friday's close, ...",positive,0.762946486
US court refers to Gota as dual citizen - Sujeewa,11/13/2019,PresPoll2020,Non-Cabinet Minister Sujeewa Senasinghe said today that a US court has referred to presidential hopeful GOtabaya  Rajapa...,US court refers to Gota as dual citizen - Sujeewa Non-Cabinet Minister Sujeewa Senasinghe said today that a US court has referred to presidential hopeful GOtabaya  Rajapa...,negative,-0.958424985
"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields edge up, 6-month bids rejected",11/13/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields edged up across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 3-month yield up 07 basis point...,"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields edge up, 6-month bids rejected Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields edged up across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 3-month yield up 07 basis point...",negative,-0.959577024
SLMA to presidential candidates: Help fight university ragging,11/13/2019,Education,The SLMA requested all presidential candidates today to condemn ragging in universities and take measures to curb the pr...,SLMA to presidential candidates: Help fight university ragging The SLMA requested all presidential candidates today to condemn ragging in universities and take measures to curb the pr...,negative,-0.983090758
Sri Lanka steps up security for final vote rallies,11/13/2019,Political News,Police stepped up security across Sri Lanka on Wednesday over fears of violence on the final day of campaigning for the ...,Sri Lanka steps up security for final vote rallies Police stepped up security across Sri Lanka on Wednesday over fears of violence on the final day of campaigning for the ...,positive,0.950605094
Sri Lanka Workers Party millionaire's Presidential campaign on stretch limo,11/13/2019,Political News,"The brand of A S P Liyanage, a millionaire presidential candidate representing his self-styled Sri Lanka Worker's Party ...","Sri Lanka Workers Party millionaire's Presidential campaign on stretch limo The brand of A S P Liyanage, a millionaire presidential candidate representing his self-styled Sri Lanka Worker's Party ...",negative,-0.991419077
"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.58-pct higher, John Keells Holdings dominates trade",11/13/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.58 percent higher on Wednesday with negotiated trades (crossings) in John Keells Holdings ac...,"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.58-pct higher, John Keells Holdings dominates trade Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.58 percent higher on Wednesday with negotiated trades (crossings) in John Keells Holdings ac...",negative,-0.958476245
Gota will win by 10 per cent margin – Basil,11/13/2019,Politics,The SLPP expressed its confidence today that candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa will win the upcoming presidential election by...,Gota will win by 10 per cent margin – Basil The SLPP expressed its confidence today that candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa will win the upcoming presidential election by...,positive,0.998497963
"Listed company earnings to improve on consumer demand, policy stability: First Capital",11/13/2019,Markets, Earnings among listed firms are expected to grow over the next few quarters with a rise in consumer demand in the run u...,"Listed company earnings to improve on consumer demand, policy stability: First Capital  Earnings among listed firms are expected to grow over the next few quarters with a rise in consumer demand in the run u...",positive,0.97193253
"SriLankan Airlines loses Rs41bn, balance sheet hole Rs168bn",11/13/2019,Aviation,"State-run SriLankan Airlines had lost 41 billion rupees in the year to March 2019, with negative assets in the balance s...","SriLankan Airlines loses Rs41bn, balance sheet hole Rs168bn State-run SriLankan Airlines had lost 41 billion rupees in the year to March 2019, with negative assets in the balance s...",negative,-0.999471962
Campaigning to end  midnight today; final rallies of main candidates in Colombo suburbs,11/13/2019,PresPoll2020,Propaganda activities for the presidential election to be held on Saturday (16) will come to an end at 12.00 midnight to...,Campaigning to end  midnight today; final rallies of main candidates in Colombo suburbs Propaganda activities for the presidential election to be held on Saturday (16) will come to an end at 12.00 midnight to...,negative,-0.99147296
"Sri Lanka stocks, rupee open stronger",11/13/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 180.20/40 on Wednesday as bond yields remained stable from Friday and stocks opened...,"Sri Lanka stocks, rupee open stronger Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 180.20/40 on Wednesday as bond yields remained stable from Friday and stocks opened...",positive,0.886590421
Presidential candidates charged premiums for advertising,11/13/2019,PresPoll2020,"Radio, television and newspapers are charging premium rates of 150 to 300 per cent of standard prices from candidates in...","Presidential candidates charged premiums for advertising Radio, television and newspapers are charging premium rates of 150 to 300 per cent of standard prices from candidates in...",negative,-0.98349911
Sri Lanka Presidential candidates charged premiums for advertising,11/13/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's radio, television and newspapers are charging premium rates of 150 to 300 percent of standard prices from ca...","Sri Lanka Presidential candidates charged premiums for advertising Sri Lanka's radio, television and newspapers are charging premium rates of 150 to 300 percent of standard prices from ca...",negative,-0.981693447
Sri Lanka's private credit up in September 2019,11/13/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's private credit grew 53.7 billion rupees in September 2019, with the central bank printing 23.9 billion rupee...","Sri Lanka's private credit up in September 2019 Sri Lanka's private credit grew 53.7 billion rupees in September 2019, with the central bank printing 23.9 billion rupee...",negative,-0.615011752
"Sri Lanka Attorney General blocks publication of EPF, bond, forensic audits",11/13/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Attorney General has blocked the publication of forensic audits into Treasury bond sales from 2002 to 2016 a...,"Sri Lanka Attorney General blocks publication of EPF, bond, forensic audits Sri Lanka's Attorney General has blocked the publication of forensic audits into Treasury bond sales from 2002 to 2016 a...",negative,-0.999360621
"Sri Lanka recycling 30-pct of waste plastic, producing apparel, exports",11/12/2019,Apparel,"Sri Lanka is re-cycling 30 percent of its waster plastic including waste washing up on its shores, into fabric and brush...","Sri Lanka recycling 30-pct of waste plastic, producing apparel, exports Sri Lanka is re-cycling 30 percent of its waster plastic including waste washing up on its shores, into fabric and brush...",negative,-0.996938467
TISL wants action against politicos using SLAF helicopters,11/12/2019,PresPoll2020,Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) yesterday (11) called on the Elections Commission (EC) to take appropriate a...,TISL wants action against politicos using SLAF helicopters Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) yesterday (11) called on the Elections Commission (EC) to take appropriate a...,negative,-0.98810941
Amendments to new sports act will not be considered -Harin,11/12/2019,Sports,Sports Minister Harin Fernando said that although there are several amendments proposed to the Prevention of Corruption ...,Amendments to new sports act will not be considered -Harin Sports Minister Harin Fernando said that although there are several amendments proposed to the Prevention of Corruption ...,negative,-0.98862946
Sri Lanka to become hub if reforms are made with South Asia in mind,11/12/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka could become a key logistics reforms are made with South Asia in mind, an economist has said at an investment ...","Sri Lanka to become hub if reforms are made with South Asia in mind Sri Lanka could become a key logistics reforms are made with South Asia in mind, an economist has said at an investment ...",positive,0.967331767
Sri Lanka minister slams Facebook over 'censorship',11/12/2019,Political News,A senior Sri Lankan minister accused social media giant Facebook on Monday of censoring comments he made questioning the...,Sri Lanka minister slams Facebook over 'censorship' A senior Sri Lankan minister accused social media giant Facebook on Monday of censoring comments he made questioning the...,negative,-0.994499803
Moody’s Analytics Knowledge Services rebrands as Acuity Knowledge Partners,11/12/2019,Business,Moody’s Analytics Knowledge Services said it was re-branding as Acuity Knowledge Partners (“Acuity”) following the...,Moody’s Analytics Knowledge Services rebrands as Acuity Knowledge Partners Moody’s Analytics Knowledge Services said it was re-branding as Acuity Knowledge Partners (“Acuity”) following the...,negative,-0.992944896
Citizens should act wisely in election time – Religions for Responsible Governance,11/11/2019,PresPoll2020,"Religions for Responsible Governance, a multireligious body, urged the public today to act wisely and responsibly during...","Citizens should act wisely in election time – Religions for Responsible Governance Religions for Responsible Governance, a multireligious body, urged the public today to act wisely and responsibly during...",positive,0.998167872
Sirisena explains Royal Park pardon amid protest,11/11/2019,Human Rights,President Maithripala Sirisena's explanation for pardoning Shramantha Jude Jayamaha left more qeustions than answers as ...,Sirisena explains Royal Park pardon amid protest President Maithripala Sirisena's explanation for pardoning Shramantha Jude Jayamaha left more qeustions than answers as ...,negative,-0.998752236
Sajith should not accept Sirisena's last-minute support - Hirunika,11/11/2019,PresPoll2020,"Presidential hopeful Sajith Premadasa should not accept an eleven-th hour endorsement by President Maithripala Sirisena,...","Sajith should not accept Sirisena's last-minute support - Hirunika Presidential hopeful Sajith Premadasa should not accept an eleven-th hour endorsement by President Maithripala Sirisena,...",negative,-0.999421
"Cabinet paper proposing ministers', president's staff confirmation withdrawn",11/11/2019,PresPoll2020,A cabinet paper proposing confirmation of appointments made to various ministers' and the president's personal staff was...,"Cabinet paper proposing ministers', president's staff confirmation withdrawn A cabinet paper proposing confirmation of appointments made to various ministers' and the president's personal staff was...",negative,-0.997439504
Sri Lanka's Hayleys returns to profit-making in Sept on revenue,11/11/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's diversified holding firm Hayleys Plc rebounded in the September quarter, posting 8.4 million rupees in profi...","Sri Lanka's Hayleys returns to profit-making in Sept on revenue Sri Lanka's diversified holding firm Hayleys Plc rebounded in the September quarter, posting 8.4 million rupees in profi...",positive,0.968065083
Harsha De Silva apologises for mudslinging alllegations,11/11/2019,Politics,Dr. Harsha De Silva yesterday (10) apologised for the alleged mudslinging incident against SLPP presidential candidate G...,Harsha De Silva apologises for mudslinging alllegations Dr. Harsha De Silva yesterday (10) apologised for the alleged mudslinging incident against SLPP presidential candidate G...,negative,-0.995811224
"Singer Sri Lanka in losses, but sees demand begin to recover",11/11/2019,General Economy,"Singer Sri Lanka Plc, a consumer durables group with a financing arm, has reported a loss of 52 million rupees for the S...","Singer Sri Lanka in losses, but sees demand begin to recover Singer Sri Lanka Plc, a consumer durables group with a financing arm, has reported a loss of 52 million rupees for the S...",negative,-0.997818828
Sri Lanka's CEB to buy from small solar power at Rs14.24 a unit,11/11/2019,Energy, Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board is to purchase power from a small solar power plant at 14.24 rupees a un...,Sri Lanka's CEB to buy from small solar power at Rs14.24 a unit  Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board is to purchase power from a small solar power plant at 14.24 rupees a un...,negative,-0.988328934
The state of the race: A sprint to a close finish ahead,11/10/2019,Opinion,The race appears to be closer this week with the principle candidates sprinting to the finish. Gotabaya Rajapaksa is sai...,The state of the race: A sprint to a close finish ahead The race appears to be closer this week with the principle candidates sprinting to the finish. Gotabaya Rajapaksa is sai...,positive,0.997977793
Outrage as Sri Lanka president pardons killer of Swedish teen,11/10/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka's president has pardoned a death-row prisoner who murdered a Swedish teenager just a week before he leaves off...,Outrage as Sri Lanka president pardons killer of Swedish teen Sri Lanka's president has pardoned a death-row prisoner who murdered a Swedish teenager just a week before he leaves off...,negative,-0.981928587
Foreign investors buy Sri Lanka rupee bonds for third week,11/10/2019,Uncategorized,"Foreign investors have bought Sri Lanka rupee bonds for the third week in a row, official data show, after some capital ...","Foreign investors buy Sri Lanka rupee bonds for third week Foreign investors have bought Sri Lanka rupee bonds for the third week in a row, official data show, after some capital ...",negative,-0.989078104
Monk demands proof Gota has renounced US citizenship,11/10/2019,Politics,"A Buddhist Monk, Dr. Inguruwatte Sumangala Thero is demanding that the SLPP Presidential Candidate furnish proof that he...","Monk demands proof Gota has renounced US citizenship A Buddhist Monk, Dr. Inguruwatte Sumangala Thero is demanding that the SLPP Presidential Candidate furnish proof that he...",negative,-0.99669075
Dimo-Siemens Consortium win Rs4.5bn power grid deal,11/9/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's Dimo (Pvt) Ltd and Siemens Ltd of India has won a 4.59 billion rupees deal to upgrade the section of a power...,Dimo-Siemens Consortium win Rs4.5bn power grid deal Sri Lanka's Dimo (Pvt) Ltd and Siemens Ltd of India has won a 4.59 billion rupees deal to upgrade the section of a power...,positive,0.855440259
"Faulty cable disrupts power at Sri Lanka's Katunayake airport, system to be upgraded in 2020",11/9/2019,Aviation,A fauly power cable at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake caused a power outage for a half hour Satu...,"Faulty cable disrupts power at Sri Lanka's Katunayake airport, system to be upgraded in 2020 A fauly power cable at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake caused a power outage for a half hour Satu...",negative,-0.999641418
President sends wishes for the Prophet's Birthday,11/9/2019,Religion,"President Maithripala Sirisena issuing a message on the Birth anniversary of Prophet Mohamed, has said it is indeed an o...","President sends wishes for the Prophet's Birthday President Maithripala Sirisena issuing a message on the Birth anniversary of Prophet Mohamed, has said it is indeed an o...",positive,0.988274932
Sri Lanka dairy farms hit by protectionist tax on quality feed,11/9/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's dairy farmers who try to grow high yield milch cows cannot be given proper feed due to protectionist taxes o...,Sri Lanka dairy farms hit by protectionist tax on quality feed Sri Lanka's dairy farmers who try to grow high yield milch cows cannot be given proper feed due to protectionist taxes o...,negative,-0.998827517
Dengue vaccine trials of Japan's Takeda show protection against virus among children,11/8/2019,Sci-Tech,Japan's Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited (Takeda) on Wednesday said its trials on the dengue vaccine candidate (TAK...,Dengue vaccine trials of Japan's Takeda show protection against virus among children Japan's Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited (Takeda) on Wednesday said its trials on the dengue vaccine candidate (TAK...,negative,-0.994119942
"Air Pollution in Colombo ""moderate"" - NBRO",11/8/2019,Environment,The National Building Research Organization (NBRO) reported that the predicted air quality index levels is expected to m...,"Air Pollution in Colombo ""moderate"" - NBRO The National Building Research Organization (NBRO) reported that the predicted air quality index levels is expected to m...",negative,-0.997673929
Will hold international aid conventions in North and East-Sajith,11/8/2019,PresPoll2020,NDF Presidential Candidate Sajith Premadasa told a rally Jaffna this evening (8 Nov) that he will hold two international...,Will hold international aid conventions in North and East-Sajith NDF Presidential Candidate Sajith Premadasa told a rally Jaffna this evening (8 Nov) that he will hold two international...,positive,0.988284111
"Sri Lanka rupee firmer at close, bond yields flat",11/8/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed firmer at 180.45/50 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were stable, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee firmer at close, bond yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee closed firmer at 180.45/50 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were stable, dealers said.",negative,-0.997591972
Sri Lanka BAT unit profits grow in Sept on revenue,11/8/2019,Markets,"Net profits at Ceylon Tobacco Company (CTC), the Sri Lankan unit of British American Tobacco, for the September quarter ...","Sri Lanka BAT unit profits grow in Sept on revenue Net profits at Ceylon Tobacco Company (CTC), the Sri Lankan unit of British American Tobacco, for the September quarter ...",negative,-0.978174925
Will not give land rights to the US through MCC – AKD,11/8/2019,Politics,The National People’s Movement (NPM) presidential candidate MP Anura Kumara Dissanayake said that his party will not l...,Will not give land rights to the US through MCC – AKD The National People’s Movement (NPM) presidential candidate MP Anura Kumara Dissanayake said that his party will not l...,negative,-0.990197062
Fitch rates Sri Lanka's Singer Finance Rs.1.5bn debentures at BBB(lka),11/8/2019,Finance,"Fitch, a ratings agency has assigned a BBB(lka) rating with a stable outlook for the 1.5 billion rupee debentures of Sri...","Fitch rates Sri Lanka's Singer Finance Rs.1.5bn debentures at BBB(lka) Fitch, a ratings agency has assigned a BBB(lka) rating with a stable outlook for the 1.5 billion rupee debentures of Sri...",negative,-0.903613567
"CTC profits boost Sri Lanka stocks, snaps four day retreat",11/8/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.49 percent up on Friday, ending a four-day retreat, with buying in cigarette monopoly Ceylon...","CTC profits boost Sri Lanka stocks, snaps four day retreat Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.49 percent up on Friday, ending a four-day retreat, with buying in cigarette monopoly Ceylon...",negative,-0.983769238
Spain's Barcelo invests US$30mn in Maldivian hotels of Sri Lanka's Browns Group,11/8/2019,Markets,"Spain's Barcelo Hotels Mediterraneo S. L., a subsidiary of the Barcelo Group, will invest 30 million US dollars in Maldi...","Spain's Barcelo invests US$30mn in Maldivian hotels of Sri Lanka's Browns Group Spain's Barcelo Hotels Mediterraneo S. L., a subsidiary of the Barcelo Group, will invest 30 million US dollars in Maldi...",positive,0.554916918
Sri Lanka to change IMF deal in a Gotabaya administration: Cabraal,11/8/2019,Monetary,Sri Lanka will change a deal with the International Monetary Fund if a new administration under Gotabaya Rajapsaka comes...,Sri Lanka to change IMF deal in a Gotabaya administration: Cabraal Sri Lanka will change a deal with the International Monetary Fund if a new administration under Gotabaya Rajapsaka comes...,negative,-0.992459238
SB's bodyguards to face identification parade on Monday,11/8/2019,Crime,Hatton Magistrate J. Stroski has ordered to produce the two bodyguards of parliamentarian S.B. Dissanayake who opened fi...,SB's bodyguards to face identification parade on Monday Hatton Magistrate J. Stroski has ordered to produce the two bodyguards of parliamentarian S.B. Dissanayake who opened fi...,negative,-0.947802961
Ranil wishes Muslims on the Birthday of the Prophet,11/8/2019,Religion,"On this occasion, as Muslims around the world celebrate the birth of Prophet Muhammad, I wish them all success in buildi...","Ranil wishes Muslims on the Birthday of the Prophet On this occasion, as Muslims around the world celebrate the birth of Prophet Muhammad, I wish them all success in buildi...",positive,0.999253333
Over 3000 complaints lodged over the Presidential poll,11/8/2019,PresPoll2020,"A total of 3083 complaints have been lodged on the upcoming presidential election from October 08 to November 06, the El...","Over 3000 complaints lodged over the Presidential poll A total of 3083 complaints have been lodged on the upcoming presidential election from October 08 to November 06, the El...",negative,-0.971175253
Law to stop corruption in sports in Parliament on Monday,11/8/2019,Corruption,"Parliament will have a Special Sitting on Monday, Nov 11 November to debate a Bill on Prevention of Offences in Sports a...","Law to stop corruption in sports in Parliament on Monday Parliament will have a Special Sitting on Monday, Nov 11 November to debate a Bill on Prevention of Offences in Sports a...",negative,-0.524612129
Taxes hit Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Sept profits,11/8/2019,Banking,Net profits at Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank for the September quarter fell 0.7 percent to 2.6 billion rupees with taxes eati...,Taxes hit Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Sept profits Net profits at Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank for the September quarter fell 0.7 percent to 2.6 billion rupees with taxes eati...,negative,-0.998896241
"SriLankan Airlines, Air India in codeshare to Toronto",11/8/2019,Aviation,State-run SriLankan Airlines said it had started flights to Toronto via Delhi tying up with Air India.,"SriLankan Airlines, Air India in codeshare to Toronto State-run SriLankan Airlines said it had started flights to Toronto via Delhi tying up with Air India.",negative,-0.93607688
Brouhaha at Rupavahini,11/8/2019,Law and Order,Senior Rupavahini Corporation officials last night complained to the Cinnamon Gardens police in Colombo after staff obje...,Brouhaha at Rupavahini Senior Rupavahini Corporation officials last night complained to the Cinnamon Gardens police in Colombo after staff obje...,negative,-0.997667491
"Sri Lanka public debt hits 90-pct of GDP after currency collapse, CPC debacle",11/8/2019,Economy," Sri Lanka's public debt has hit 90 percent of gross domestic product by end 2018, International Monetary Fund data show...","Sri Lanka public debt hits 90-pct of GDP after currency collapse, CPC debacle  Sri Lanka's public debt has hit 90 percent of gross domestic product by end 2018, International Monetary Fund data show...",negative,-0.98458153
Business-friendly AKD pledges coexistence of state and private sectors,11/7/2019,PresPoll2020,"Preisdential hopeful Anura Kumara Dissanayake said today that under his presidency, state and private sectors will coexi...","Business-friendly AKD pledges coexistence of state and private sectors Preisdential hopeful Anura Kumara Dissanayake said today that under his presidency, state and private sectors will coexi...",positive,0.996789634
LSE Millennium platform for AAX crypto-currency trading,11/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,The London Stock Exchange group (LSEG) has entered the cryptocurrency market with the adoption of its Millennium Exchang...,LSE Millennium platform for AAX crypto-currency trading The London Stock Exchange group (LSEG) has entered the cryptocurrency market with the adoption of its Millennium Exchang...,positive,0.992457747
"Sri Lanka rupee slips, bond yields stable at close",11/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 180.80/90 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields were stable, brokers said.","Sri Lanka rupee slips, bond yields stable at close Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 180.80/90 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields were stable, brokers said.",negative,-0.991701305
Gota will not release convicted soldiers – SLPP,11/7/2019,Politics,The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) today (07) said that  Gotabaya Rajapaksa did not pledge to release all the soldie...,Gota will not release convicted soldiers – SLPP The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) today (07) said that  Gotabaya Rajapaksa did not pledge to release all the soldie...,negative,-0.995817602
Sri Lanka's Expolanka in Rs830mn Sept quarter loss,11/7/2019,Aviation,Sri Lankan logistics group Expolanka Holdings lost 830 million rupees in the September 2019 quarter compared with a prof...,Sri Lanka's Expolanka in Rs830mn Sept quarter loss Sri Lankan logistics group Expolanka Holdings lost 830 million rupees in the September 2019 quarter compared with a prof...,negative,-0.99934262
Sri Lanka to launch tourism campaigns in 12 countries starting mid-December,11/7/2019,Business,The state-run Sri Lanka Tourism Promotions Bureau will begin launching tourism marketing campaigns totaling 1.2 billion ...,Sri Lanka to launch tourism campaigns in 12 countries starting mid-December The state-run Sri Lanka Tourism Promotions Bureau will begin launching tourism marketing campaigns totaling 1.2 billion ...,positive,0.966987193
Costa Cruises begins Indian Ocean fortnightly cruises to Sri Lanka,11/7/2019,Business,"Italy-based Costa Cruises has kicked of the first of a series of fortnightly cruises to Western India, Maldives and Colo...","Costa Cruises begins Indian Ocean fortnightly cruises to Sri Lanka Italy-based Costa Cruises has kicked of the first of a series of fortnightly cruises to Western India, Maldives and Colo...",positive,0.995293558
Regional Journalists should not be obstructed - FMM,11/7/2019,Free Speech,"Provincial Correspondents should be allowed to freely report the Presidential Elections without obstruction, the Free Me...","Regional Journalists should not be obstructed - FMM Provincial Correspondents should be allowed to freely report the Presidential Elections without obstruction, the Free Me...",positive,0.990231693
"Sajith promises to appoint a ""new first time Prime Minister.""",11/7/2019,Politics,"“While Sri Lankan citizens are on the brink of hope, stranded in a stagnant economy and their livelihoods threatened b...","Sajith promises to appoint a ""new first time Prime Minister."" “While Sri Lankan citizens are on the brink of hope, stranded in a stagnant economy and their livelihoods threatened b...",negative,-0.996157706
"Sri Lanka stocks retreat for fourth day, selling in banks",11/7/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's equities market retreated for the fourth day, closing 0.41 percent lower with selling in banking and finance...","Sri Lanka stocks retreat for fourth day, selling in banks Sri Lanka's equities market retreated for the fourth day, closing 0.41 percent lower with selling in banking and finance...",negative,-0.999300599
HSBC digital trade banking offers early payment for Sri Lanka suppliers,11/7/2019,Banking, HSBC is offering a web-based supply chain finance platform initially targeting Sri Lanka apparel exporters that the ban...,HSBC digital trade banking offers early payment for Sri Lanka suppliers  HSBC is offering a web-based supply chain finance platform initially targeting Sri Lanka apparel exporters that the ban...,negative,-0.988837004
Sajith promises new Sri Lanka PM if elected,11/7/2019,Political News,Presidential candidate Sajith Premadasa has said a new prime minister who commands confidence of the parliament will be ...,Sajith promises new Sri Lanka PM if elected Presidential candidate Sajith Premadasa has said a new prime minister who commands confidence of the parliament will be ...,positive,0.99368
Sri Lanka’s Lanka Tiles Sept quarter net profit up 51-pct,11/7/2019,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka’s Lanka Tiles group net profits rose 51 percent to 157 million rupees in the September 2019 quarter from a y...,Sri Lanka’s Lanka Tiles Sept quarter net profit up 51-pct Sri Lanka’s Lanka Tiles group net profits rose 51 percent to 157 million rupees in the September 2019 quarter from a y...,negative,-0.965697229
TNA states reasons for supporting Sajith,11/7/2019,Politics,The Tamil National Alliance (TNA) is saying that it has decided to support New Democratic Front presidential candidate S...,TNA states reasons for supporting Sajith The Tamil National Alliance (TNA) is saying that it has decided to support New Democratic Front presidential candidate S...,negative,-0.985902786
If Gota wins the US will have two First Ladies - Mangala,11/7/2019,Economy,Minister of Finance Mangala Samaraweera said that the in the unlikely event of Gotabaya Rajapaksa winning the presidenti...,If Gota wins the US will have two First Ladies - Mangala Minister of Finance Mangala Samaraweera said that the in the unlikely event of Gotabaya Rajapaksa winning the presidenti...,positive,0.96719867
Southern Expressway extension to be declared open tomorrow,11/7/2019,Economy,"The extensions of the Southern Expressway will be declared open to the public from tomorrow (08), the Ministry of Highwa...","Southern Expressway extension to be declared open tomorrow The extensions of the Southern Expressway will be declared open to the public from tomorrow (08), the Ministry of Highwa...",positive,0.99273771
Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata Sept profits down on higher operating costs,11/7/2019,ICT,Net profits at Sri Lankan telco Dialog Axiata fell 14.3 percent to 1.47 billion rupees in the September quarter due to h...,Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata Sept profits down on higher operating costs Net profits at Sri Lankan telco Dialog Axiata fell 14.3 percent to 1.47 billion rupees in the September quarter due to h...,negative,-0.999508381
"Sri Lanka tourist arrivals fall 22.5-pct in Oct, growth in Russian market",11/7/2019,Business,"Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka fell 22.5 percent in October 2018 from a year earlier to 118,743 persons, as the country c...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals fall 22.5-pct in Oct, growth in Russian market Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka fell 22.5 percent in October 2018 from a year earlier to 118,743 persons, as the country c...",negative,-0.996116519
"SriLankan Airlines cuts losses, to fly to Sydney, Saigon",11/7/2019,Uncategorized, SriLankan Airlines said it managed to reduce losses in the half year to September 2019 under its business turnaround pl...,"SriLankan Airlines cuts losses, to fly to Sydney, Saigon  SriLankan Airlines said it managed to reduce losses in the half year to September 2019 under its business turnaround pl...",negative,-0.993463933
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields flat",11/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 180.90/181.00 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields remained unchanged...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 180.90/181.00 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields remained unchanged...",negative,-0.998916507
Sri Lanka's ACL Cables gets Rs789mn CEB deal,11/7/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka ACL Cables Plc, had won a 789.45 million rupee deal to supply cables to state-run Ceylon Electricity Board.","Sri Lanka's ACL Cables gets Rs789mn CEB deal Sri Lanka ACL Cables Plc, had won a 789.45 million rupee deal to supply cables to state-run Ceylon Electricity Board.",negative,-0.972485006
"World Markets: Europe up, US stocks flat amid weak trade progress",11/7/2019,International news,"European stocks rose Wednesday following better economic data, while Wall Street treaded water as investors awaited clea...","World Markets: Europe up, US stocks flat amid weak trade progress European stocks rose Wednesday following better economic data, while Wall Street treaded water as investors awaited clea...",negative,-0.999296069
Sri Lanka can terminate MCC deal giving 30-days notice,11/7/2019,Uncategorized,SrI Lanka can terminated a Millennium Challenge Corporation agreement giving 30 days notice and so can the US and there ...,Sri Lanka can terminate MCC deal giving 30-days notice SrI Lanka can terminated a Millennium Challenge Corporation agreement giving 30 days notice and so can the US and there ...,negative,-0.991863847
Prespoll2019: First shots fired in anger,11/7/2019,Law and Order,Police are investigating after bodyguards escorting Parliamentarian S B Dissanayake opened fire at a group trying to obs...,Prespoll2019: First shots fired in anger Police are investigating after bodyguards escorting Parliamentarian S B Dissanayake opened fire at a group trying to obs...,negative,-0.984945536
False charges against MCC like Sri Lanka Suwaseriya 'Indian invasion': Mangala,11/7/2019,Uncategorized,False charges against grant funding by America's Millennium Challenge Corporation was similar to a campaign against a Vo...,False charges against MCC like Sri Lanka Suwaseriya 'Indian invasion': Mangala False charges against grant funding by America's Millennium Challenge Corporation was similar to a campaign against a Vo...,negative,-0.999026656
"Sri Lanka's draft data protection and privacy laws should not hamper markets, innovation: IPS",11/6/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's draft privacy and data protection laws, while important, should not place unnecessary burdens on businesses ...","Sri Lanka's draft data protection and privacy laws should not hamper markets, innovation: IPS Sri Lanka's draft privacy and data protection laws, while important, should not place unnecessary burdens on businesses ...",positive,0.977796257
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields marginally up",11/6/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 180.70/80 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields gained marginally, dealer...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields marginally up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 180.70/80 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields gained marginally, dealer...",negative,-0.993748784
Eye Donation Society  International Award,11/6/2019,International Relations,E.M.H.B. Moragaswewa and Wijitha Manamperi representatives of the Sri Lanka Eye Donation Society received the Rehabilita...,Eye Donation Society  International Award E.M.H.B. Moragaswewa and Wijitha Manamperi representatives of the Sri Lanka Eye Donation Society received the Rehabilita...,positive,0.969891071
Colombo air quality drops to unhealthy levels,11/6/2019,Environment,"Air pollution in Colombo reached a disconcerting ""unhealthy"" level this morning, according to the US Embassy, dropping t...","Colombo air quality drops to unhealthy levels Air pollution in Colombo reached a disconcerting ""unhealthy"" level this morning, according to the US Embassy, dropping t...",negative,-0.999221921
Sri Lanka’s 01-yr Treasury Bill yield up 06bp to 8.41-pct,11/6/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The yield on Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill rose 06 basis point to 8.41 percent at Wednesday’s auction, data from...","Sri Lanka’s 01-yr Treasury Bill yield up 06bp to 8.41-pct The yield on Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill rose 06 basis point to 8.41 percent at Wednesday’s auction, data from...",negative,-0.971307397
Gota will suspend agreements signed during campaign - SLPP,11/6/2019,Politics,"Once in power, Gotabaya Rajapaksa will suspend the agreements signed by the present Government if those agreements are s...","Gota will suspend agreements signed during campaign - SLPP Once in power, Gotabaya Rajapaksa will suspend the agreements signed by the present Government if those agreements are s...",negative,-0.999545157
Hunger strike against the signing of MCC agreement called off,11/6/2019,Economy,The hunger strike carried out against signing of Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) agreement has been called off. ,Hunger strike against the signing of MCC agreement called off The hunger strike carried out against signing of Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) agreement has been called off. ,negative,-0.996525466
Sajin Vass alleges death threats,11/6/2019,Law and Order,Former Member of Parliament Sajin Vass Gunewardena has lodged a complaint at Police headquarters against his former boss...,Sajin Vass alleges death threats Former Member of Parliament Sajin Vass Gunewardena has lodged a complaint at Police headquarters against his former boss...,negative,-0.995639205
Sri Lanka Stocks retreat for third day on telcos,11/6/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.57 percent lower on Wednesday, dragged down by telcos Dialog Axiata and Sri Lanka Telecom, pro...","Sri Lanka Stocks retreat for third day on telcos Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.57 percent lower on Wednesday, dragged down by telcos Dialog Axiata and Sri Lanka Telecom, pro...",negative,-0.999598682
NDF has decided to boycott Hiru-Marikkar,11/6/2019,Free Speech,UNF Parliamentarian S.M. Marikkar said that NDF has decided to boycott the political programs and advertisements to Hiru...,NDF has decided to boycott Hiru-Marikkar UNF Parliamentarian S.M. Marikkar said that NDF has decided to boycott the political programs and advertisements to Hiru...,negative,-0.999565065
Sri Lanka owes 15 percent of external public debt to China,11/6/2019,Economy, Sri Lanka owes about 15 percent of its external public debt to China when the central government and state enterprises ...,Sri Lanka owes 15 percent of external public debt to China  Sri Lanka owes about 15 percent of its external public debt to China when the central government and state enterprises ...,negative,-0.988892019
Swiss Singapore Overseas gets Sri Lanka long-term coal supply deal at US$60.71,11/6/2019,Energy," Swiss Singapore Overseas Enterprises Pte. Ltd., a commodity trader, has won a Sri Lankan government long-term contract ...","Swiss Singapore Overseas gets Sri Lanka long-term coal supply deal at US$60.71  Swiss Singapore Overseas Enterprises Pte. Ltd., a commodity trader, has won a Sri Lankan government long-term contract ...",negative,-0.625171423
Adani Global wins Sri Lanka coal spot tender,11/6/2019,Energy,Singapore-based Adani Global Pte Ltd. has won a Sri Lankan government spot tender to supply coal to the island's Lakvija...,Adani Global wins Sri Lanka coal spot tender Singapore-based Adani Global Pte Ltd. has won a Sri Lankan government spot tender to supply coal to the island's Lakvija...,positive,0.998759151
Sri Lanka's Pan Asia bank profits grow in Sept with lower bad loan provisions,11/6/2019,Banking,Net profits at Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Banking Corporation (PABC) for the September quarter grew 4 percent from a year earl...,Sri Lanka's Pan Asia bank profits grow in Sept with lower bad loan provisions Net profits at Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Banking Corporation (PABC) for the September quarter grew 4 percent from a year earl...,negative,-0.95981133
Maldives resort chain to run new US$35mn 5-star hotel in Sri Lanka,11/6/2019,Business,A Maldivian resort chain is to manage a five-star hotel to be built in Sri Lanka's southern Tangalle region with an inve...,Maldives resort chain to run new US$35mn 5-star hotel in Sri Lanka A Maldivian resort chain is to manage a five-star hotel to be built in Sri Lanka's southern Tangalle region with an inve...,positive,0.998071015
CMEV demands that NEC address disenfranchisement,11/6/2019,Corruption,The Centre for Monitoring Election Violence (CMEV) is demanding that the National Election Commission address complaints...,CMEV demands that NEC address disenfranchisement The Centre for Monitoring Election Violence (CMEV) is demanding that the National Election Commission address complaints...,negative,-0.99721539
Clarify your promise to pardon jailed soldiers - Sandhya,11/6/2019,Law and Order,Sandhya Ekneligoda the wife of missing Journalist Prageeth Ekneligoda is asking SLPP Presidential Candidate Gotabaya Raj...,Clarify your promise to pardon jailed soldiers - Sandhya Sandhya Ekneligoda the wife of missing Journalist Prageeth Ekneligoda is asking SLPP Presidential Candidate Gotabaya Raj...,negative,-0.970095038
"Sri Lanka rupee slips at open, stocks 0.19 percent weaker",11/6/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 180.46/49 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields remained unchanged an...,"Sri Lanka rupee slips at open, stocks 0.19 percent weaker Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 180.46/49 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields remained unchanged an...",negative,-0.998398483
Sri Lanka's Ceyline group to buy bulk carrier,11/6/2019,Logistics,"Ceyline Holdings, a diversified Sri Lankan maritime business group, plans to get into ship owning with the acquisition o...","Sri Lanka's Ceyline group to buy bulk carrier Ceyline Holdings, a diversified Sri Lankan maritime business group, plans to get into ship owning with the acquisition o...",positive,0.881370902
"Sri Lanka has high currency risk, debt could jump further from depreciation: IMF",11/6/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's debt which had already jumped after the latest collapse of the rupee, could rise steeply if deprecation cont...","Sri Lanka has high currency risk, debt could jump further from depreciation: IMF Sri Lanka's debt which had already jumped after the latest collapse of the rupee, could rise steeply if deprecation cont...",negative,-0.997190177
"Sri Lanka's SEC charges Laugfs Gas directors, broker over stock manipulation",11/5/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission said it had taken three persons to court on charges of manipulating stock...,"Sri Lanka's SEC charges Laugfs Gas directors, broker over stock manipulation Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission said it had taken three persons to court on charges of manipulating stock...",negative,-0.995484591
Sri Lanka ex-president Kumaratunga backs Sajith,11/5/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka’s former president Chandrika Kumaratunga Tuesday endorsed the candidacy of Sajith Premadasa in a major polit...,Sri Lanka ex-president Kumaratunga backs Sajith Sri Lanka’s former president Chandrika Kumaratunga Tuesday endorsed the candidacy of Sajith Premadasa in a major polit...,positive,0.905280292
CMEV probing missing names in electoral lists,11/5/2019,Law and Order,Election watchdog the Center for Monitoring Election Violence is investigating claims by residents of Colombo that local...,CMEV probing missing names in electoral lists Election watchdog the Center for Monitoring Election Violence is investigating claims by residents of Colombo that local...,negative,-0.994492531
IFC to fund training for higher female participation in Sri Lanka's retail supply chains,11/5/2019,General Services," The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a part of the World Bank Group, said it will be funding a 478,149 US dolla...","IFC to fund training for higher female participation in Sri Lanka's retail supply chains  The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a part of the World Bank Group, said it will be funding a 478,149 US dolla...",negative,-0.980522335
Campaign spending by contestants can reach a whopping Ten Billion - CMEV,11/5/2019,Law and Order,The Centre for Monitoring Election Violence (CMEV) said that according to their estimation the total spending by all can...,Campaign spending by contestants can reach a whopping Ten Billion - CMEV The Centre for Monitoring Election Violence (CMEV) said that according to their estimation the total spending by all can...,negative,-0.996254802
"Sri Lanka stocks fall, crossing in John Keells Holdings dominates trade",11/5/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks retreated for the second day, closing 0.27 percent lower on Tuesday to fall below the psychological 6...","Sri Lanka stocks fall, crossing in John Keells Holdings dominates trade Sri Lanka's stocks retreated for the second day, closing 0.27 percent lower on Tuesday to fall below the psychological 6...",negative,-0.999215722
Sri Lanka's Serendib Hotels loss widens in Sept quarter,11/5/2019,Business,Losses at Sri Lanka’s Serendib Hotels group widened to 70 million rupees in the September 2019 quarter from a year ago...,Sri Lanka's Serendib Hotels loss widens in Sept quarter Losses at Sri Lanka’s Serendib Hotels group widened to 70 million rupees in the September 2019 quarter from a year ago...,negative,-0.997504652
Sri Lanka's Kingsbury hotel revamps after bomb damage,11/5/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka’s The Kingsbury hotel, damaged in the Easter Sunday bombings, said it is revamping restaurants which will be...","Sri Lanka's Kingsbury hotel revamps after bomb damage Sri Lanka’s The Kingsbury hotel, damaged in the Easter Sunday bombings, said it is revamping restaurants which will be...",negative,-0.965985775
Secret pact with SLPP will be the death of SLFP - CBK,11/5/2019,PresPoll2020,Former president Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga writing to President Maithripala Sirisena accused him of arbitrarily...,Secret pact with SLPP will be the death of SLFP - CBK Former president Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga writing to President Maithripala Sirisena accused him of arbitrarily...,negative,-0.999365628
Costly oil-based Sri Lanka power generation up sharply in first seven months,11/5/2019,Energy,"High-cost oil-based power generation rose sharply in Sri Lanka in the first seven months of 2019 from a year ago, accoun...","Costly oil-based Sri Lanka power generation up sharply in first seven months High-cost oil-based power generation rose sharply in Sri Lanka in the first seven months of 2019 from a year ago, accoun...",negative,-0.933525503
"Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, bond yields flat",11/5/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted firmer at 180.40/60 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields were flat and stocks op...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, bond yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted firmer at 180.40/60 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields were flat and stocks op...",negative,-0.9981457
Sri Lanka's Dipped Products Sept quarter net up 51-pct,11/5/2019,Business,Sri Lankan rubber gloves maker Dipped Products' net profit rose 51 percent to 231 million rupees in the September 2019 q...,Sri Lanka's Dipped Products Sept quarter net up 51-pct Sri Lankan rubber gloves maker Dipped Products' net profit rose 51 percent to 231 million rupees in the September 2019 q...,negative,-0.909493208
Treasury secretary to remain in Sri Lanka's revamped central bank law,11/5/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's new monetary law will continue to have the Treasury secretary in its governing board in  but monetary policy...,Treasury secretary to remain in Sri Lanka's revamped central bank law Sri Lanka's new monetary law will continue to have the Treasury secretary in its governing board in  but monetary policy...,positive,0.941998601
Gota eliminating Z-score jeopardizes students future,11/4/2019,Education,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says Gotabaya Rajapaksa's proposal to eliminate the Z-score will jeopardize the futu...,Gota eliminating Z-score jeopardizes students future Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says Gotabaya Rajapaksa's proposal to eliminate the Z-score will jeopardize the futu...,negative,-0.943002522
Private universities will continue under strict regulation - AKD,11/4/2019,Education,"Presidential hopeful Anura Kumara Dissanayake says, under his leadership, private universities will continue under stric...","Private universities will continue under strict regulation - AKD Presidential hopeful Anura Kumara Dissanayake says, under his leadership, private universities will continue under stric...",negative,-0.772394836
"Sri Lanka labour productivity makes marginal gains in 1H 2019, bigger strikes at lower frequency",11/4/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's labour productivity made marginal gains in the first six months of 2019 compared to a year earlier, while th...","Sri Lanka labour productivity makes marginal gains in 1H 2019, bigger strikes at lower frequency Sri Lanka's labour productivity made marginal gains in the first six months of 2019 compared to a year earlier, while th...",negative,-0.987562537
Sajith or Gota; who's ahead in the race,11/4/2019,Opinion,"In twelve days’ time, Sri Lankans will go to the polls to choose a new president in what increasingly looks like a ver...","Sajith or Gota; who's ahead in the race In twelve days’ time, Sri Lankans will go to the polls to choose a new president in what increasingly looks like a ver...",negative,-0.980750144
Don't panic the cooking gas is here - Govt.,11/4/2019,Consumer Affairs,"The cooking gas shortage should end in a few days and consumers should not panic, the government said today. ","Don't panic the cooking gas is here - Govt. The cooking gas shortage should end in a few days and consumers should not panic, the government said today. ",positive,0.955399692
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields stable",11/4/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed firmer at 180.50/60 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields remained unchanged, brokers ...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee closed firmer at 180.50/60 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields remained unchanged, brokers ...",negative,-0.825968266
Sajith's manifesto: JO sees treachery in problematic wording,11/4/2019,PresPoll2020,JO MP Mahinda Samarasinghe claimed today that presidential hopeful Sajith Premadasa has not used the term ‘unitary sta...,Sajith's manifesto: JO sees treachery in problematic wording JO MP Mahinda Samarasinghe claimed today that presidential hopeful Sajith Premadasa has not used the term ‘unitary sta...,negative,-0.98975426
"Sri Lanka stocks fall after 10-month high, selling in John Keells Holdings",11/4/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.29 percent lower on Monday, after reaching a near 10-month high last week, with selling in ind...","Sri Lanka stocks fall after 10-month high, selling in John Keells Holdings Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.29 percent lower on Monday, after reaching a near 10-month high last week, with selling in ind...",negative,-0.999367893
Sri Lanka aims for higher performance standards for asset managers,11/4/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's capital markets regulator wants to enforce higher investment performance standards for asset managers, Secur...","Sri Lanka aims for higher performance standards for asset managers Sri Lanka's capital markets regulator wants to enforce higher investment performance standards for asset managers, Secur...",negative,-0.951217353
"Sri Lanka Abans 'BBB+(lka)' rating confirmed, demand recovery seen",11/4/2019,Markets,"Fitch Ratings has confirmed Sri Lankan consumer-durables retailer Abans PLC's 'BBB+(lka)' rating with a stable outlook, ...","Sri Lanka Abans 'BBB+(lka)' rating confirmed, demand recovery seen Fitch Ratings has confirmed Sri Lankan consumer-durables retailer Abans PLC's 'BBB+(lka)' rating with a stable outlook, ...",positive,0.998453736
Sri Lanka to institutionalize 'flexible exchange rate' in new monetary law,11/4/2019,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka is set to institutionalize a 'flexible' exchange rate' regime instead of a floating exchange rate through a dr...,Sri Lanka to institutionalize 'flexible exchange rate' in new monetary law Sri Lanka is set to institutionalize a 'flexible' exchange rate' regime instead of a floating exchange rate through a dr...,negative,-0.893723428
CaFFE urges presidential candidates to reveal their stance on PC polls,11/4/2019,Politics,CaFFE yesterday (03) requested all presidential candidates to reveal their stance on holding provisional council electio...,CaFFE urges presidential candidates to reveal their stance on PC polls CaFFE yesterday (03) requested all presidential candidates to reveal their stance on holding provisional council electio...,negative,-0.987255812
John Keells' hotels in Sri Lanka to be as full as last year in 2019 winter season,11/4/2019,Uncategorized,"John Keells Holdings, which operates Sri Lanka's largest leisure business Cinnamon, said its hotels have as much demand ...","John Keells' hotels in Sri Lanka to be as full as last year in 2019 winter season John Keells Holdings, which operates Sri Lanka's largest leisure business Cinnamon, said its hotels have as much demand ...",positive,0.98687762
"Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, stocks stronger",11/4/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.05/25 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields were flat and stocks ope...,"Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, stocks stronger Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.05/25 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields were flat and stocks ope...",negative,-0.995948792
Litro Gas emergency LPG supplies on the way,11/4/2019,Consumer Affairs,"State-run Litro Gas Plc has made an emergency purchase of 12,000 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas to meet an ong...","Litro Gas emergency LPG supplies on the way State-run Litro Gas Plc has made an emergency purchase of 12,000 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas to meet an ong...",negative,-0.993407607
An uplifting policy statement,11/4/2019,Politics,The hullabaloo over sanitary pads has served a salutary purpose. It has exposed our collective confusion over what is â€...,An uplifting policy statement The hullabaloo over sanitary pads has served a salutary purpose. It has exposed our collective confusion over what is â€...,positive,0.998412251
Sri Lanka in stagflation after flexible exchange rate collapse,11/4/2019,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka is going through a period of stagflation involving low growth and higher inflation for the second time in less...,Sri Lanka in stagflation after flexible exchange rate collapse Sri Lanka is going through a period of stagflation involving low growth and higher inflation for the second time in less...,negative,-0.998914838
ITAK throws support behind Sajith,11/4/2019,PresPoll2020,"The biggest of the parties in the Tamil National Alliance, the Ilangai Tamil Arasu Katchi is supporting the candidacy of...","ITAK throws support behind Sajith The biggest of the parties in the Tamil National Alliance, the Ilangai Tamil Arasu Katchi is supporting the candidacy of...",positive,0.986228943
Sri Lanka's Litro Gas emergency LPG supplies on way,11/3/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka's state-run Litro Gas Plc had made an emergency purchase of 12,000 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas, i...","Sri Lanka's Litro Gas emergency LPG supplies on way Sri Lanka's state-run Litro Gas Plc had made an emergency purchase of 12,000 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas, i...",negative,-0.99530822
Sri Lanka Election Commission chief backs down on ITN ban,11/3/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka’s Election Commission chief Mahinda Deshapriya withdrew the censorship he slapped on state-owned ITN after p...,Sri Lanka Election Commission chief backs down on ITN ban Sri Lanka’s Election Commission chief Mahinda Deshapriya withdrew the censorship he slapped on state-owned ITN after p...,negative,-0.994314134
Sri Lanka upgrades Colombo FIR control centre,11/3/2019,Aviation,Sri Lanka has upgraded air navigation infrastructure in Colombo Flight Information region which controls air traffic ove...,Sri Lanka upgrades Colombo FIR control centre Sri Lanka has upgraded air navigation infrastructure in Colombo Flight Information region which controls air traffic ove...,positive,0.978655577
Sri Lanka to conduct adult tobacco survey,11/3/2019,Culture,"Sri Lanka will conduct an adult tobacco survey, as part of a global research spearheaded by the Centres for Disease Cont...","Sri Lanka to conduct adult tobacco survey Sri Lanka will conduct an adult tobacco survey, as part of a global research spearheaded by the Centres for Disease Cont...",negative,-0.682565629
Nightlife for Trinco harbour,11/3/2019,Economy,The Trincomalee port is set to double its capacity with the installation of night navigation ,Nightlife for Trinco harbour The Trincomalee port is set to double its capacity with the installation of night navigation ,negative,-0.959012806
Sri Lanka Election Commission plunged in to crisis over ITN censorship,11/3/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka’s Election Commission plunged into crisis on Saturday after its Chairman Mahinda Deshapriya ordered a censor...,Sri Lanka Election Commission plunged in to crisis over ITN censorship Sri Lanka’s Election Commission plunged into crisis on Saturday after its Chairman Mahinda Deshapriya ordered a censor...,negative,-0.99875164
"Sri Lanka to regulate imports of taps, bath fittings",11/2/2019,Construction and Real Estate,"Sri Lanka is planning to bring regulations on water faucets and to improve quality, the government has said, though high...","Sri Lanka to regulate imports of taps, bath fittings Sri Lanka is planning to bring regulations on water faucets and to improve quality, the government has said, though high...",positive,0.693253756
Sri Lanka MCC agreement made public; Mangala says straw man fallacies used,11/2/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has made public an agreement to be signed with the Millennium Challenge Corporation, with Finance Minister Man...","Sri Lanka MCC agreement made public; Mangala says straw man fallacies used Sri Lanka has made public an agreement to be signed with the Millennium Challenge Corporation, with Finance Minister Man...",negative,-0.97848171
"IMF completes review on Sri Lanka program, warns on budgets",11/2/2019,Economy,"The International Monetary Fund has completed a review on a program with Sri Lanka despite missing a revenue target, say...","IMF completes review on Sri Lanka program, warns on budgets The International Monetary Fund has completed a review on a program with Sri Lanka despite missing a revenue target, say...",negative,-0.634713471
"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, gilt yields stable",11/2/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed firmer at 181.05/20 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields remained unchanged, brokers ...","Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, gilt yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee closed firmer at 181.05/20 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields remained unchanged, brokers ...",positive,0.99746263
Candidates unconcerned about safety of Media,11/1/2019,Human Rights,The Free Media Movement is deeply concerned that none of the major Presidential Candidates has drawn attention to the sa...,Candidates unconcerned about safety of Media The Free Media Movement is deeply concerned that none of the major Presidential Candidates has drawn attention to the sa...,negative,-0.997569263
"Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings Sept net down on Easter Sunday hit, taxes",11/1/2019,Markets," John Keells Holdings (JKH), Sri Lanka's largest listed conglomerate, said its net profits for the September quarter fel...","Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings Sept net down on Easter Sunday hit, taxes  John Keells Holdings (JKH), Sri Lanka's largest listed conglomerate, said its net profits for the September quarter fel...",negative,-0.992655635
Are we finally done taxing Aunty Flo?,11/1/2019,Women's Rights,One of the most talked-about election promises this week has been Sajith Premadasa’s promise to distribute free sanita...,Are we finally done taxing Aunty Flo? One of the most talked-about election promises this week has been Sajith Premadasa’s promise to distribute free sanita...,negative,-0.593944311
U.S. says MCC grant needs Sri Lanka public support,11/1/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's parliament must approve a proposed grant of 480 million dollars by the United States government's Millennium...,U.S. says MCC grant needs Sri Lanka public support Sri Lanka's parliament must approve a proposed grant of 480 million dollars by the United States government's Millennium...,negative,-0.99008888
"One dead in flooding, 23 missing",11/1/2019,Weather and Climate,The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) reported today that 1 person residing in Matara District died and 4 people are inju...,"One dead in flooding, 23 missing The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) reported today that 1 person residing in Matara District died and 4 people are inju...",negative,-0.995837092
Sri Lanka stocks close near 10-month high,11/1/2019,Markets," Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.70 percent higher on Friday, reaching a near 10-month high, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close near 10-month high  Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.70 percent higher on Friday, reaching a near 10-month high, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.992860973
"Sri Lanka govt warned of debt crisis tipping point, austerity need",11/1/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is at a potential tipping point of a debt crisis with annual debt repayment estimated at five billion US dolla...,"Sri Lanka govt warned of debt crisis tipping point, austerity need Sri Lanka is at a potential tipping point of a debt crisis with annual debt repayment estimated at five billion US dolla...",negative,-0.950134873
CBK has no interest in protecting SLFP - Weerakumara,11/1/2019,PresPoll2020,The SLFP distanced itself from former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga's decision to support presidential ho...,CBK has no interest in protecting SLFP - Weerakumara The SLFP distanced itself from former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga's decision to support presidential ho...,negative,-0.999171376
Disenfranchised; voters complain they are off the list,11/1/2019,Politics,Dozens of people in the Colombo District have been taking to Social Media to complain that although they sent their form...,Disenfranchised; voters complain they are off the list Dozens of people in the Colombo District have been taking to Social Media to complain that although they sent their form...,negative,-0.999345124
Chandrika joins alliance backing Sajith,11/1/2019,Politics,A number of political parties and civil society organizations today (01) signed a MoU to back Sajith Premadasa.,Chandrika joins alliance backing Sajith A number of political parties and civil society organizations today (01) signed a MoU to back Sajith Premadasa.,positive,0.970362246
Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank Sept net marginally up with lower income tax charge,11/1/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank's net profits grew by a marginal 0.53 percent to 1.04 billion rupees in the September quarter wi...,Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank Sept net marginally up with lower income tax charge Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank's net profits grew by a marginal 0.53 percent to 1.04 billion rupees in the September quarter wi...,negative,-0.99026078
MCC agreement making headlines again,11/1/2019,Economy,"The controversial MCC compact is in the news again, with both Government and Opposition MPs reacting to reports that its...","MCC agreement making headlines again The controversial MCC compact is in the news again, with both Government and Opposition MPs reacting to reports that its...",positive,0.98591876
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields flat",11/1/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.36/40 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were flat and stocks ope...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.36/40 to the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were flat and stocks ope...",negative,-0.999292612
Sri Lanka inflation picks up to 5.4 percent in October,11/1/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka’s inflation in the capital Colombo in the 12-month to October 2019 rose to 5.4 percent in September 2019, fr...","Sri Lanka inflation picks up to 5.4 percent in October Sri Lanka’s inflation in the capital Colombo in the 12-month to October 2019 rose to 5.4 percent in September 2019, fr...",negative,-0.91008538
Improving Sri Lanka exports will help repay debt: Fitch,11/1/2019,Economy,Improving export performance would help Sri Lanka meet heavy external loan payments while the island's policy environmen...,Improving Sri Lanka exports will help repay debt: Fitch Improving export performance would help Sri Lanka meet heavy external loan payments while the island's policy environmen...,negative,-0.891843319
Sri Lanka eyes BOOT projects to bring private capital to highways,11/1/2019,Construction and Real Estate,Sri Lanka is eyeing public private partnerships on a built own operate transfer (BOOT) mode with gap funding from the go...,Sri Lanka eyes BOOT projects to bring private capital to highways Sri Lanka is eyeing public private partnerships on a built own operate transfer (BOOT) mode with gap funding from the go...,negative,-0.994999409
Sri Lanka hereditary legislators may top the House of Lords,11/1/2019,Political News,"Out of 225 members of Sri Lanka's parliament, 102 members are from political families, whose ancestors of close relative...","Sri Lanka hereditary legislators may top the House of Lords Out of 225 members of Sri Lanka's parliament, 102 members are from political families, whose ancestors of close relative...",positive,0.99841547
UNP complains to EC about Sajith’s helicopter incident,10/31/2019,Politics,United National Party (UNP) has complained to the Elections Commission about the incident when power was shut off at the...,UNP complains to EC about Sajith’s helicopter incident United National Party (UNP) has complained to the Elections Commission about the incident when power was shut off at the...,negative,-0.993559718
Seventeen parties join SLPP - led alliance,10/31/2019,Politics,Seventeen political parties have come together to form a broad alliance anchored by the Sri Lanka Podujana Party to work...,Seventeen parties join SLPP - led alliance Seventeen political parties have come together to form a broad alliance anchored by the Sri Lanka Podujana Party to work...,positive,0.990767539
"Sri Lanka rupee firmer at close, gilt yields gain",10/31/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed firmer at 181.20/30 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields gained marginally and stoc...,"Sri Lanka rupee firmer at close, gilt yields gain Sri Lanka’s rupee closed firmer at 181.20/30 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields gained marginally and stoc...",negative,-0.936446667
Sri Lanka stocks gain to three-month high,10/31/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.55 percent up on Thursday at a three-month high, after breaching the psychological 6,000 lev...","Sri Lanka stocks gain to three-month high Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.55 percent up on Thursday at a three-month high, after breaching the psychological 6,000 lev...",negative,-0.997347713
Sri Lanka battles Facebook posts violating vote laws,10/31/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka's Election Commission Thursday announced a crackdown on Facebook posts violating campaign laws governing the N...,Sri Lanka battles Facebook posts violating vote laws Sri Lanka's Election Commission Thursday announced a crackdown on Facebook posts violating campaign laws governing the N...,negative,-0.997922957
Tensions high at Election Commission over difference of opinion,10/31/2019,PresPoll2020,A tense moment arose at an Election Commission press briefing today as the Election Commissioner publicly disagreed with...,Tensions high at Election Commission over difference of opinion A tense moment arose at an Election Commission press briefing today as the Election Commissioner publicly disagreed with...,negative,-0.985207796
Sri Lanka parliament to approve MCC deal with US,10/31/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's government will seek parliamentary approval for a 480 million US dollar grant agreement with the US Millenni...,Sri Lanka parliament to approve MCC deal with US Sri Lanka's government will seek parliamentary approval for a 480 million US dollar grant agreement with the US Millenni...,negative,-0.96890229
Rulers will become servants; Sajith at launch of manifesto,10/31/2019,PresPoll2020,Sajith Premadasa is promising to transform Sri Lanka into a country where the rulers will be public servants working to ...,Rulers will become servants; Sajith at launch of manifesto Sajith Premadasa is promising to transform Sri Lanka into a country where the rulers will be public servants working to ...,positive,0.998069227
Chandrika joins Sajith,10/31/2019,Politics,"Former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga will join Sajith Premadasa’s campaign for the Presidency tomorrow,...","Chandrika joins Sajith Former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga will join Sajith Premadasa’s campaign for the Presidency tomorrow,...",positive,0.992727637
"Sajith promises tax reforms, support for Sri Lanka SMEs, female empowerment",10/31/2019,General Economy,"Sajith Premadasa, a front runner for the 2019 Presidential Election, launched his manifesto on Thursday, promising broad...","Sajith promises tax reforms, support for Sri Lanka SMEs, female empowerment Sajith Premadasa, a front runner for the 2019 Presidential Election, launched his manifesto on Thursday, promising broad...",positive,0.996450424
Ranil's statement will ensure Gota's win – SLPP,10/31/2019,Politics,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe's assertion that he will remain in office after Sajith Premadasa becomes President h...,Ranil's statement will ensure Gota's win – SLPP Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe's assertion that he will remain in office after Sajith Premadasa becomes President h...,positive,0.999478161
Mahinda says Sri Lanka should not sign MCC deal before elections,10/31/2019,Political News, Sri Lanka should not sign the Millennium Challenge Corporation grant of 480 million US dollars though available informa...,Mahinda says Sri Lanka should not sign MCC deal before elections  Sri Lanka should not sign the Millennium Challenge Corporation grant of 480 million US dollars though available informa...,negative,-0.996693611
Election of Sri Lanka President has no constitutional effect on PM,10/31/2019,Political News,The election of a new President for Sri Lanka has no effect on the position of Prime Minister under the constitution and...,Election of Sri Lanka President has no constitutional effect on PM The election of a new President for Sri Lanka has no effect on the position of Prime Minister under the constitution and...,negative,-0.999599993
"Moody's confirms B2/NP rating of Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon, HNB, Sampath Bank",10/31/2019,Banking,"Moody's Investors Service has confirmed the at B2/NP ratings of three Sri Lankan banks, Bank of Ceylon (BOC), Hatton Nat...","Moody's confirms B2/NP rating of Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon, HNB, Sampath Bank Moody's Investors Service has confirmed the at B2/NP ratings of three Sri Lankan banks, Bank of Ceylon (BOC), Hatton Nat...",positive,0.992886245
Iluka team returns to Sri Lanka for talks on illmenite mining,10/31/2019,Business,A team from Australian mineral sands miner Iluka Resources Ltd. has returned to Sri Lankan to resume talks on an ilmenit...,Iluka team returns to Sri Lanka for talks on illmenite mining A team from Australian mineral sands miner Iluka Resources Ltd. has returned to Sri Lankan to resume talks on an ilmenit...,positive,0.587159812
Not bound to honour any agreements signed before 16 Nov-Sajith,10/31/2019,PresPoll2020,NDF Presidential Candidate Sajith Premadasa is saying that he is not bound to honour any agreements that were signed by ...,Not bound to honour any agreements signed before 16 Nov-Sajith NDF Presidential Candidate Sajith Premadasa is saying that he is not bound to honour any agreements that were signed by ...,negative,-0.999741614
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks up 0.20-pct",10/31/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.60/65 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields marginally up and stoc...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks up 0.20-pct Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.60/65 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields marginally up and stoc...",negative,-0.99798429
Sri Lanka’s killer ‘flexible exchange rate’ strikes again: Bellwether,10/31/2019,Op-ed/Special Reports," With just about six months of allowing people to get on with their economic lives peacefully, Sri Lanka’s central ban...","Sri Lanka’s killer ‘flexible exchange rate’ strikes again: Bellwether  With just about six months of allowing people to get on with their economic lives peacefully, Sri Lanka’s central ban...",negative,-0.928900838
Sri Lanka's Teejay net profits surge in Sept on higher sales,10/31/2019,Markets,"Teejay Lanka Plc, a knit fabric manufacturer with operations in Sri Lanka and India, said its net profits grew for the e...","Sri Lanka's Teejay net profits surge in Sept on higher sales Teejay Lanka Plc, a knit fabric manufacturer with operations in Sri Lanka and India, said its net profits grew for the e...",positive,0.944232106
Local Councilors warned against using state property for electioneering,10/31/2019,PresPoll2020,The National Elections Commission is warning Local Government officials and Councilors that using official vehicles for ...,Local Councilors warned against using state property for electioneering The National Elections Commission is warning Local Government officials and Councilors that using official vehicles for ...,negative,-0.99639672
Sri Lanka top presidential candidates spend Rs760mn so far: monitors,10/31/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's presidential candidates have spent an estimated 750 million rupees on promotions in the past three weeks wit...,Sri Lanka top presidential candidates spend Rs760mn so far: monitors Sri Lanka's presidential candidates have spent an estimated 750 million rupees on promotions in the past three weeks wit...,negative,-0.989263952
Sri Lanka 2018 tax law will give dividends over mid to long-term: think tank,10/31/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's current Inland Revenue Act, which is giving more clarity and stability, will pay dividends in the medium to ...","Sri Lanka 2018 tax law will give dividends over mid to long-term: think tank Sri Lanka's current Inland Revenue Act, which is giving more clarity and stability, will pay dividends in the medium to ...",negative,-0.883386374
Nilwala rising warns Disaster Management Centre,10/31/2019,Weather and Climate,The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) is warning that the Nilwala Ganga is rising and major flooding is possible due to t...,Nilwala rising warns Disaster Management Centre The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) is warning that the Nilwala Ganga is rising and major flooding is possible due to t...,negative,-0.995551646
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields stable",10/30/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.58/62 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields remained unchanged, broke...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.58/62 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields remained unchanged, broke...",negative,-0.992569983
Sri Lanka stocks end nine day rally on profit taking,10/30/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's stocks snapped a nine day rally on Wednesday on profit taking in the run up to the presidential elections in...,Sri Lanka stocks end nine day rally on profit taking Sri Lanka's stocks snapped a nine day rally on Wednesday on profit taking in the run up to the presidential elections in...,negative,-0.984582543
Sri Lanka's Laugfs to list more local and foreign units,10/30/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's Laugfs Group is looking to list more local and foreign subsidiaries on the Colombo Stock Exchange in the fut...,Sri Lanka's Laugfs to list more local and foreign units Sri Lanka's Laugfs Group is looking to list more local and foreign subsidiaries on the Colombo Stock Exchange in the fut...,negative,-0.996244311
Sri Lanka's Fair Trade and Organic Products Promoted in Belgium,10/30/2019,Economy,Embassy of Sri Lanka in Brussels promoted exports of Fair Trade and organic products from Sri Lanka during the Fair Trad...,Sri Lanka's Fair Trade and Organic Products Promoted in Belgium Embassy of Sri Lanka in Brussels promoted exports of Fair Trade and organic products from Sri Lanka during the Fair Trad...,positive,0.998618484
Sri Lanka awards Murban crude deal to BB Energy of Singapore,10/30/2019,Energy, Sri Lanka has awarded a contract to supply 8.4 million barrells of Murban grade crude to Singapore based B B Energy (As...,Sri Lanka awards Murban crude deal to BB Energy of Singapore  Sri Lanka has awarded a contract to supply 8.4 million barrells of Murban grade crude to Singapore based B B Energy (As...,negative,-0.902769089
Sri Lanka's 01-yr Treasury Bill yield edges up to 8.35-pct,10/30/2019,Bonds & Forex,The yield on Sri Lanka's 01-year Treasury Bill edged back up one basis point to 8.35 percent at Wednesday's auction whil...,Sri Lanka's 01-yr Treasury Bill yield edges up to 8.35-pct The yield on Sri Lanka's 01-year Treasury Bill edged back up one basis point to 8.35 percent at Wednesday's auction whil...,negative,-0.987576723
Ranil says he will be PM in the next government.,10/30/2019,Politics,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe today (30) said that he will continue to be the  Prime Minister of the new governmen...,Ranil says he will be PM in the next government. Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe today (30) said that he will continue to be the  Prime Minister of the new governmen...,positive,0.996860743
"Sri Lanka’s Ceylon Chamber wants zero tolerance of divisive practices, pvt sector monitoring",10/30/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's main business chamber wants the private sector monitor government program implementation and zero tolerance ...,"Sri Lanka’s Ceylon Chamber wants zero tolerance of divisive practices, pvt sector monitoring Sri Lanka's main business chamber wants the private sector monitor government program implementation and zero tolerance ...",negative,-0.996237636
AKD in Kattankudy promises culture of unity and brotherhood,10/30/2019,PresPoll2020,Presidential hopeful Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday promised a culture of mutual respect and understanding between a...,AKD in Kattankudy promises culture of unity and brotherhood Presidential hopeful Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday promised a culture of mutual respect and understanding between a...,positive,0.999498963
ICRA Lanka reaffirms Access Engineering at [SL]A+,10/30/2019,Construction and Real Estate,"ICRA Lanka Limited, a ratings agency, reaffirmed Access Engineering's [SL]A+ rating with a stable outlook due to the con...","ICRA Lanka reaffirms Access Engineering at [SL]A+ ICRA Lanka Limited, a ratings agency, reaffirmed Access Engineering's [SL]A+ rating with a stable outlook due to the con...",positive,0.997015476
UNP couldn't execute its plan because of the  coalition with SLFP-Eran,10/30/2019,Politics,State Minister of Finance Eran Wickramaratne says the current UNP government could not execute all its plans in the last...,UNP couldn't execute its plan because of the  coalition with SLFP-Eran State Minister of Finance Eran Wickramaratne says the current UNP government could not execute all its plans in the last...,negative,-0.99879396
Kaizen Private Equity to invest in education firms in Sri Lanka: ADB,10/30/2019,Business,"Kaizen Private Equity II Pte. Ltd. a 79 million US dollar private equity fund, will be investing in eight education busi...","Kaizen Private Equity to invest in education firms in Sri Lanka: ADB Kaizen Private Equity II Pte. Ltd. a 79 million US dollar private equity fund, will be investing in eight education busi...",positive,0.948160708
Sri Lanka’s Ceylon Cold Stores profits up 45-pct in Sept quarter,10/30/2019,Markets,"Profits at Sri Lanka’s Ceylon Cold Stores Plc, a consumer goods and retail firm, grew 45 percent to 278 million rupees...","Sri Lanka’s Ceylon Cold Stores profits up 45-pct in Sept quarter Profits at Sri Lanka’s Ceylon Cold Stores Plc, a consumer goods and retail firm, grew 45 percent to 278 million rupees...",negative,-0.798918366
"Sri Lanka rupee steady, stocks 0.33-pct weaker at open",10/30/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 181.55/60 to the US dollar on Wednesday, steady from Tuesday’s close, while bond yie...","Sri Lanka rupee steady, stocks 0.33-pct weaker at open Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 181.55/60 to the US dollar on Wednesday, steady from Tuesday’s close, while bond yie...",negative,-0.987387359
Warehousing profits prop up Sri Lankan tea broker's bottom line,10/30/2019,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka’s Asia Siyaka Commodities lost 4.4 million rupees in the September 2019 quarter compared with profits of nin...,Warehousing profits prop up Sri Lankan tea broker's bottom line Sri Lanka’s Asia Siyaka Commodities lost 4.4 million rupees in the September 2019 quarter compared with profits of nin...,negative,-0.999108374
Sri Lanka to call bids for luxury train coaches on four routes,10/30/2019,Ground,Sri Lanka's state-run railways had been cleared to call competitive bids to operate luxury train coaches on four routes ...,Sri Lanka to call bids for luxury train coaches on four routes Sri Lanka's state-run railways had been cleared to call competitive bids to operate luxury train coaches on four routes ...,negative,-0.983896494
Madhu church declared sacred area,10/30/2019,Religion,"The Shrine of our Lady of Madhu, a historic Roman Catholic church in Mannar was declared as a sacred area by President M...","Madhu church declared sacred area The Shrine of our Lady of Madhu, a historic Roman Catholic church in Mannar was declared as a sacred area by President M...",positive,0.990949333
"""Jumping Vasantha"" may lose his seat",10/30/2019,Politics,Polonnaruwa MP Vasantha Senanayake has been expelled from the United National Party for expressly criticizing party Pres...,"""Jumping Vasantha"" may lose his seat Polonnaruwa MP Vasantha Senanayake has been expelled from the United National Party for expressly criticizing party Pres...",negative,-0.999052227
Sri Lanka names organic farming zone off Kalu-Moragahakanda project,10/30/2019,Agriculture,Farmland opened by a new irrigation projects in Sri Lanka below a montane forest reserve has been named an exclusive org...,Sri Lanka names organic farming zone off Kalu-Moragahakanda project Farmland opened by a new irrigation projects in Sri Lanka below a montane forest reserve has been named an exclusive org...,positive,0.960463881
"Pound, Brent up, with UK set for general election",10/30/2019,International news," Wall Street sagged on Tuesday, joining European bourses in the red as markets awaited the US Federal Reserve's policy d...","Pound, Brent up, with UK set for general election  Wall Street sagged on Tuesday, joining European bourses in the red as markets awaited the US Federal Reserve's policy d...",negative,-0.997794986
Sri Lanka gives deed of reclaimed land to China firm,10/30/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena handed over the deed for to a lease of land reclaimed by a Chinese company to...,Sri Lanka gives deed of reclaimed land to China firm Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena handed over the deed for to a lease of land reclaimed by a Chinese company to...,negative,-0.765887976
Court blocks Sri Lanka leader's bid to resume hangings,10/29/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka's top court on Tuesday effectively blocked a plan by the president to bring back hangings for the first time s...,Court blocks Sri Lanka leader's bid to resume hangings Sri Lanka's top court on Tuesday effectively blocked a plan by the president to bring back hangings for the first time s...,negative,-0.99912554
Laugfs says LPG supplies to Sri Lanka restored,10/29/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas said distributrion liquefied petroleum gas has been increased, ending a disruption seen last week...","Laugfs says LPG supplies to Sri Lanka restored Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas said distributrion liquefied petroleum gas has been increased, ending a disruption seen last week...",negative,-0.990147173
Port City Deed handed over,10/29/2019,Economy,"The formalities over the leasing of the land where the Colombo Port city to the CHEC Colombo Port City Ltd., took place ...","Port City Deed handed over The formalities over the leasing of the land where the Colombo Port city to the CHEC Colombo Port City Ltd., took place ...",positive,0.513714433
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields stable",10/29/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.55/60 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields were stable, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.55/60 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields were stable, dealers said.",negative,-0.986695409
Sri Lanka sells 8-year bonds at 10.24-pct,10/29/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka sold 40 billion rupees of eight year bonds at a weighted average yield of 10.24 percent at Tuesday's auction, ...","Sri Lanka sells 8-year bonds at 10.24-pct Sri Lanka sold 40 billion rupees of eight year bonds at a weighted average yield of 10.24 percent at Tuesday's auction, ...",negative,-0.978205144
Rajapaksas intend to stay in power forever – Ajith P. Perera,10/29/2019,PresPoll2020,Minister Ajith P Perera said the SLPP plans to stay in power forever by purging their opponents after somehow winning th...,Rajapaksas intend to stay in power forever – Ajith P. Perera Minister Ajith P Perera said the SLPP plans to stay in power forever by purging their opponents after somehow winning th...,positive,0.97529614
Sri Lanka’s Asian Hotels and Properties Sept quarter net down 95-pct,10/29/2019,Business,Sri Lanka’s Asian Hotels and Properties said net profits fell 95 percent to 10.6 million rupees in the September 2019 ...,Sri Lanka’s Asian Hotels and Properties Sept quarter net down 95-pct Sri Lanka’s Asian Hotels and Properties said net profits fell 95 percent to 10.6 million rupees in the September 2019 ...,negative,-0.99879992
Sri Lanka Cabinet approves US$480mn US Millennium Challenge Corp grant,10/29/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's Cabinet of ministers has approved a 480 million US dollar grant from the United States government's Millenni...,Sri Lanka Cabinet approves US$480mn US Millennium Challenge Corp grant Sri Lanka's Cabinet of ministers has approved a 480 million US dollar grant from the United States government's Millenni...,positive,0.852882683
Sri Lanka stocks rally for ninth day to near three month high,10/29/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks gained 0.31 percent on Tuesday, rallying for the nine straight day and rising to the highest levels s...","Sri Lanka stocks rally for ninth day to near three month high Sri Lanka's stocks gained 0.31 percent on Tuesday, rallying for the nine straight day and rising to the highest levels s...",positive,0.992855132
Vote for Sajith to continue mega projects -PM,10/29/2019,PresPoll2020,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said that all mega projects which were launched by the current government would proc...,Vote for Sajith to continue mega projects -PM Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said that all mega projects which were launched by the current government would proc...,negative,-0.992483437
"Sri Lanka luxury tax for high value cars, engine capacity base removed",10/29/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka will charge a so-called luxury tax from high value cars and SUVs for which import letter of credit was opened ...,"Sri Lanka luxury tax for high value cars, engine capacity base removed Sri Lanka will charge a so-called luxury tax from high value cars and SUVs for which import letter of credit was opened ...",negative,-0.98383671
Advocata calls for AG Dept. representation at COPE proceedings,10/29/2019,Economy,"Advocata, a free market think tank, welcomed a recommendation to include representatives of the Attorney General’s (AG...","Advocata calls for AG Dept. representation at COPE proceedings Advocata, a free market think tank, welcomed a recommendation to include representatives of the Attorney General’s (AG...",positive,0.972440898
EC instructs police to remove vehicle stickers promoting candidates,10/29/2019,PresPoll2020,The Election Commission has instructed the police to remove any stickers or other material displayed on vehicles promoti...,EC instructs police to remove vehicle stickers promoting candidates The Election Commission has instructed the police to remove any stickers or other material displayed on vehicles promoti...,negative,-0.99685365
UNP conspiring to link Gota to Easter attacks - Gammanpila,10/29/2019,Politics,MP Udaya Gammanpila accused the UNP of hatching a conspiracy to link SLPP presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa to t...,UNP conspiring to link Gota to Easter attacks - Gammanpila MP Udaya Gammanpila accused the UNP of hatching a conspiracy to link SLPP presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa to t...,negative,-0.997954845
Reforms that'll help Sri Lanka draw investors shifting production from China,10/29/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka can benefit from supply chain disruptions that current global trade tensions generate by becoming attractive f...,Reforms that'll help Sri Lanka draw investors shifting production from China Sri Lanka can benefit from supply chain disruptions that current global trade tensions generate by becoming attractive f...,positive,0.994962335
"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, gilt yields flat",10/29/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 181.40/55 to the US dollar on Tuesday steady from Monday’s close in the first half-h...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 181.40/55 to the US dollar on Tuesday steady from Monday’s close in the first half-h...",negative,-0.989939868
IS chief Baghdadi buried at sea by US military,10/29/2019,International news,US says Bagdadi blew himself up underground after being chased by military dog,IS chief Baghdadi buried at sea by US military US says Bagdadi blew himself up underground after being chased by military dog,negative,-0.998284996
Sri Lanka's BPPL expects yarn orders to offset softer brush sales,10/29/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's BPPL Holdings Plc, a brush and yarn maker using recycled plastics said profits grew 24 percent in the Septem...","Sri Lanka's BPPL expects yarn orders to offset softer brush sales Sri Lanka's BPPL Holdings Plc, a brush and yarn maker using recycled plastics said profits grew 24 percent in the Septem...",negative,-0.994276345
Sri Lanka relieved after slaying of ISIS leader,10/29/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka on Monday welcomed the killing of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the Islamic State chief who had claimed the Easter att...","Sri Lanka relieved after slaying of ISIS leader Sri Lanka on Monday welcomed the killing of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the Islamic State chief who had claimed the Easter att...",positive,0.819567263
"""We are the people who ended the war"" - Gota",10/28/2019,PresPoll2020,The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa held a rally in Jaffna today telling the North...,"""We are the people who ended the war"" - Gota The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa held a rally in Jaffna today telling the North...",positive,0.715114594
"Sri Lanka to conserve coasts, boost tourism from Negambo to Mirissa",10/28/2019,Business,Sri Lanka on Wednesday initiated a coastal conservation and tourism development master plan in the coastal stretch from ...,"Sri Lanka to conserve coasts, boost tourism from Negambo to Mirissa Sri Lanka on Wednesday initiated a coastal conservation and tourism development master plan in the coastal stretch from ...",positive,0.989905536
Sri Lanka stocks gain on Dialog Axiata,10/28/2019,Markets," Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.18 percent higher on Monday, continuing an 8-day rally, pushed up by Dialog Axiata, brokers...","Sri Lanka stocks gain on Dialog Axiata  Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.18 percent higher on Monday, continuing an 8-day rally, pushed up by Dialog Axiata, brokers...",negative,-0.997340739
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields stable ahead of auction",10/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.40/55 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were stable ahead of a 55 b...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields stable ahead of auction Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.40/55 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were stable ahead of a 55 b...",positive,0.774383008
Ranil congratulates Trump over Al-Baghdadi death,10/28/2019,International Relations,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has congratulated President Donald Trump on the successful operation to kill the ISI...,Ranil congratulates Trump over Al-Baghdadi death Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has congratulated President Donald Trump on the successful operation to kill the ISI...,positive,0.996080816
Deshapriya calls for explanation from Hiru over Fowzie story,10/28/2019,PresPoll2020,The Elections Commission is asking Hiru TV to explain themselves over willfully misinterpreting A H M Fowzie's remarks,Deshapriya calls for explanation from Hiru over Fowzie story The Elections Commission is asking Hiru TV to explain themselves over willfully misinterpreting A H M Fowzie's remarks,negative,-0.997825801
Over 700 foreign language teachers to be recruited,10/28/2019,Education,The Cabinet has granted approval to recruit 729 graduate teachers to teach foreign languages in government schools.,Over 700 foreign language teachers to be recruited The Cabinet has granted approval to recruit 729 graduate teachers to teach foreign languages in government schools.,positive,0.951530695
Sri Lanka's EPF stocks up in Sept quarter,10/28/2019,Markets, The market value of a stock portfolio at Sri Lanka's Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) grew 10.8 percent in the September...,Sri Lanka's EPF stocks up in Sept quarter  The market value of a stock portfolio at Sri Lanka's Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) grew 10.8 percent in the September...,negative,-0.93531841
Ali Sabry in hot water after controversial remark,10/28/2019,Politics,"A viral video clip, purportedly of President’s Counsel Mohamad Ali Sabry making a controversial remark regarding the M...","Ali Sabry in hot water after controversial remark A viral video clip, purportedly of President’s Counsel Mohamad Ali Sabry making a controversial remark regarding the M...",negative,-0.988435388
Poverty and terrorism main global challenges - Marapana,10/28/2019,International Relations,Sri Lanka called for collective action to address contemporary global challenges particularly poverty and terrorism at t...,Poverty and terrorism main global challenges - Marapana Sri Lanka called for collective action to address contemporary global challenges particularly poverty and terrorism at t...,positive,0.919921219
Sri Lanka to publish national financial inclusion survey in 2019,10/28/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka will be publishing the results of a financial inclusion survey to understand how businesses access funds, Cent...","Sri Lanka to publish national financial inclusion survey in 2019 Sri Lanka will be publishing the results of a financial inclusion survey to understand how businesses access funds, Cent...",positive,0.93342185
South Asia showcased to frontier market investors in confab backed by Sri Lanka's CAL,10/28/2019,Markets,"Companies and policy makers from Sri Lanka, Pakistan and Bangladesh will come together at an annual conference in Singap...","South Asia showcased to frontier market investors in confab backed by Sri Lanka's CAL Companies and policy makers from Sri Lanka, Pakistan and Bangladesh will come together at an annual conference in Singap...",positive,0.99785918
Parliamentary probe failed to identify who was behind Easter attacks-Samarasinghe,10/28/2019,Easter Sunday attacks,SLFP Parliamentarian Mahinda Samarasinghe Parliamentary Select Committee (PSC) which probed into Easter attacks has fail...,Parliamentary probe failed to identify who was behind Easter attacks-Samarasinghe SLFP Parliamentarian Mahinda Samarasinghe Parliamentary Select Committee (PSC) which probed into Easter attacks has fail...,negative,-0.999036193
President's office refutes JVP claim of huge allocation,10/28/2019,Politics,Presidential Secretariat denies the allegations made by JVP MP Vijitha Herath on Friday (25 Oct) that Rs 800 million hav...,President's office refutes JVP claim of huge allocation Presidential Secretariat denies the allegations made by JVP MP Vijitha Herath on Friday (25 Oct) that Rs 800 million hav...,negative,-0.932088792
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields flat",10/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 181.45/50 to the US dollar on Monday in the first half-hour of trading, while bond yie...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 181.45/50 to the US dollar on Monday in the first half-hour of trading, while bond yie...",negative,-0.998339176
Sri Lanka Peoples' Leasing and Finance net up 10-pct,10/28/2019,Banking," Profits at Sri Lanka's Peoples' Pleasing and Finance group, the country's largest non-bank lender which also has an ins...","Sri Lanka Peoples' Leasing and Finance net up 10-pct  Profits at Sri Lanka's Peoples' Pleasing and Finance group, the country's largest non-bank lender which also has an ins...",positive,0.975240946
Trump  says Islamic State chief Baghdadi killed in US raid,10/28/2019,Uncategorized,"President Donald Trump on Sunday said that the elusive leader of the Islamic State group, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, had been...","Trump  says Islamic State chief Baghdadi killed in US raid President Donald Trump on Sunday said that the elusive leader of the Islamic State group, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, had been...",negative,-0.980347037
"US Fed to continue cutting as fears, uncertainty deepen",10/28/2019,International news,White-hot panic about global trade may have eased a bit in recent weeks but the economic outlook is no easier to call fo...,"US Fed to continue cutting as fears, uncertainty deepen White-hot panic about global trade may have eased a bit in recent weeks but the economic outlook is no easier to call fo...",negative,-0.990431488
Foreign investors buy Sri Lanka rupee bonds,10/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Foreign investors were net buyers of Sri Lanka rupee bonds in the week to October 23, purchasing about 2 billion rupees ...","Foreign investors buy Sri Lanka rupee bonds Foreign investors were net buyers of Sri Lanka rupee bonds in the week to October 23, purchasing about 2 billion rupees ...",negative,-0.897624969
Is the Media behaving like the Wild Ass?,10/27/2019,Other News,"Media in Sri Lanka becomes very controversial during election times, and allegations of bias, malicious reporting and fa...","Is the Media behaving like the Wild Ass? Media in Sri Lanka becomes very controversial during election times, and allegations of bias, malicious reporting and fa...",negative,-0.998274207
Sri Lanka scraps controversial carbon tax,10/27/2019,Autos,"Sri Lanka will scrap a controversial carbon tax from the end of the year, under tax changes passed in parliament.","Sri Lanka scraps controversial carbon tax Sri Lanka will scrap a controversial carbon tax from the end of the year, under tax changes passed in parliament.",negative,-0.981678784
Sri Lanka's RIOCOCO coir-fibre medium group recognized at global awards,10/27/2019,Business,"Ceyhinz Link International Inc, part of Sri Lanka based RIOCOCO coir fibre growth medium group and its chief executive h...","Sri Lanka's RIOCOCO coir-fibre medium group recognized at global awards Ceyhinz Link International Inc, part of Sri Lanka based RIOCOCO coir fibre growth medium group and its chief executive h...",positive,0.996437192
Sri Lanka's COPE in oversight battle over listed Lanka Hospitals,10/26/2019,Economy,"ri Lanka parliament's Committee on Public Enterprises has sought oversight over Lanka Hospital Corporation Plc, a public...","Sri Lanka's COPE in oversight battle over listed Lanka Hospitals ri Lanka parliament's Committee on Public Enterprises has sought oversight over Lanka Hospital Corporation Plc, a public...",negative,-0.968497932
Second Vietnamese family fears son among 39 UK truck dead,10/26/2019,International news,"Another Vietnamese citizen is feared among 39 people found dead in a truck in Britain this week, after his father told A...","Second Vietnamese family fears son among 39 UK truck dead Another Vietnamese citizen is feared among 39 people found dead in a truck in Britain this week, after his father told A...",negative,-0.997582912
An October Remembered,10/26/2019,Opinion,"On 26th October 2018, a great bolt hits us from an unexpected void. Things changed in giddying succession in a humbling ...","An October Remembered On 26th October 2018, a great bolt hits us from an unexpected void. Things changed in giddying succession in a humbling ...",positive,0.998513401
"Sri Lanka troubled firms will get CRIB relief, 18-month debt freeze: Cabraal",10/26/2019,Economy,Borrowers from banks in Sri Lanka in difficulties will get an 18-month debt moratorium and a credit default agency will ...,"Sri Lanka troubled firms will get CRIB relief, 18-month debt freeze: Cabraal Borrowers from banks in Sri Lanka in difficulties will get an 18-month debt moratorium and a credit default agency will ...",negative,-0.994871736
Address ragging - SLMA tells Candidates,10/26/2019,Crime,The Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA) is urging all presidential candidates to address the violence in universities p...,Address ragging - SLMA tells Candidates The Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA) is urging all presidential candidates to address the violence in universities p...,negative,-0.977518797
Sri Lanka's IOC unit Sep profits grow on low crude prices,10/25/2019,Energy,Net profits at the Sri Lankan unit of the Indian Oil Company grew 150 percent to 517.4 million rupees in the September q...,Sri Lanka's IOC unit Sep profits grow on low crude prices Net profits at the Sri Lankan unit of the Indian Oil Company grew 150 percent to 517.4 million rupees in the September q...,negative,-0.973580062
Sri Lanka Tea Smallholder Factories loss narrows in Sept quarter,10/25/2019,Agriculture,"Tea Smallholder Factories, which makes black tea from leaves bought from Sri Lankan small farmers, said losses narrowed ...","Sri Lanka Tea Smallholder Factories loss narrows in Sept quarter Tea Smallholder Factories, which makes black tea from leaves bought from Sri Lankan small farmers, said losses narrowed ...",negative,-0.998801827
"Sri Lanka stocks rally for seventh day, retail buying in Chevron",10/25/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.32 percent higher on Friday, with retail investors buying Chevron Lubricants Lanka, which re...","Sri Lanka stocks rally for seventh day, retail buying in Chevron Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.32 percent higher on Friday, with retail investors buying Chevron Lubricants Lanka, which re...",negative,-0.994209886
Furious Fowzie wants to take Hiru to court,10/25/2019,Law and Order,Former Minister and UPFA MP A H M Fowzie says he will take legal action against the Hiru Television network which errone...,Furious Fowzie wants to take Hiru to court Former Minister and UPFA MP A H M Fowzie says he will take legal action against the Hiru Television network which errone...,negative,-0.996664345
Sri Lanka to set up hotel school in Jaffna,10/25/2019,Business,"The Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism and Hospitality Management (SLITHM), a state-run hotel school, is looking to establis...","Sri Lanka to set up hotel school in Jaffna The Sri Lanka Institute of Tourism and Hospitality Management (SLITHM), a state-run hotel school, is looking to establis...",negative,-0.986188233
True SLFPers are gathering around AKD - Herath,10/25/2019,Politics,Propaganda Secretary of JVP Vijitha Herath said that the true SLFPers are now gathering around National People's Movemen...,True SLFPers are gathering around AKD - Herath Propaganda Secretary of JVP Vijitha Herath said that the true SLFPers are now gathering around National People's Movemen...,positive,0.775232494
Moody’s Analytics Knowledge Services to expand Sri Lanka unit,10/25/2019,Economy,"Moody’s Analytics Knowledge Services Lanka (Pvt) Limited, financial research and analysis firm it expanding operations...","Moody’s Analytics Knowledge Services to expand Sri Lanka unit Moody’s Analytics Knowledge Services Lanka (Pvt) Limited, financial research and analysis firm it expanding operations...",positive,0.990967333
"Gota unveils manifesto: national security, economic prosperity top priorities",10/25/2019,PresPoll2020,"Presidential hopeful Gotabaya Rajapaksa unveiled his election manifesto today, with promises made in areas of national s...","Gota unveils manifesto: national security, economic prosperity top priorities Presidential hopeful Gotabaya Rajapaksa unveiled his election manifesto today, with promises made in areas of national s...",positive,0.998948514
Rain continues tomorrow as more families are hit by floods,10/25/2019,Weather and Climate,"There will be more rain in the Northern, Eastern, North-Central and Uva provinces from tomorrow evening, the Meteorology...","Rain continues tomorrow as more families are hit by floods There will be more rain in the Northern, Eastern, North-Central and Uva provinces from tomorrow evening, the Meteorology...",positive,0.704490364
"Gotabaya says will abolish PAYE tax, slash Sri Lanka VAT, boost biz environment",10/25/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Presidential candidate Gotabhaya Rajapaksa promised sweeping tax cuts, employed workers and ...","Gotabaya says will abolish PAYE tax, slash Sri Lanka VAT, boost biz environment Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Presidential candidate Gotabhaya Rajapaksa promised sweeping tax cuts, employed workers and ...",positive,0.750192344
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker at open, gilt yields stable",10/25/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 181.25/35 to the US dollar on Friday in the first hour of trading, while bond yields w...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker at open, gilt yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 181.25/35 to the US dollar on Friday in the first hour of trading, while bond yields w...",positive,0.935578346
Pro-SLPP lawyers decry misinformation spread against Gotabaya,10/25/2019,Politics,A group of lawyers supporting Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa is threatening legal...,Pro-SLPP lawyers decry misinformation spread against Gotabaya A group of lawyers supporting Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa is threatening legal...,negative,-0.998129904
"Sri Lanka's location should be boon for business, not smugglers",10/25/2019,Uncategorized,Logistics professionals should make better use of modernised Sri Lankan transportation infrastructure to exploit for tra...,"Sri Lanka's location should be boon for business, not smugglers Logistics professionals should make better use of modernised Sri Lankan transportation infrastructure to exploit for tra...",negative,-0.998911619
Sri Lanka unit of Chevron profits grow in Sep with higher sales,10/25/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka's Chevron Lubricants Lanka Plc posted 622.3 million rupees in profits for the September quarter, up 20 percent...","Sri Lanka unit of Chevron profits grow in Sep with higher sales Sri Lanka's Chevron Lubricants Lanka Plc posted 622.3 million rupees in profits for the September quarter, up 20 percent...",negative,-0.607612371
Sri Lanka travel agents forced to bailout India's JetAirways customers,10/25/2019,Aviation,Sri Lanka's travel agents have called for the government to mandate a balanced contract  or insurance for foreign airlin...,Sri Lanka travel agents forced to bailout India's JetAirways customers Sri Lanka's travel agents have called for the government to mandate a balanced contract  or insurance for foreign airlin...,negative,-0.9912709
"Sri Lanka's SEC calls auditors, other stakeholders for talks on concerns",10/24/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's capital markets regulator has summoned auditors and other stakeholders for talks where it will share its con...,"Sri Lanka's SEC calls auditors, other stakeholders for talks on concerns Sri Lanka's capital markets regulator has summoned auditors and other stakeholders for talks where it will share its con...",positive,0.867512465
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields down",10/24/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.20/30 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields eased, brokers and deal...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.20/30 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields eased, brokers and deal...",negative,-0.987741709
Sri Lanka ease of doing business ranking rises one spot to 99th,10/24/2019,Economy," Sri Lanka has risen one place to 99th in the World Bank's Doing Business 2020 rankings without economic reforms, while ...","Sri Lanka ease of doing business ranking rises one spot to 99th  Sri Lanka has risen one place to 99th in the World Bank's Doing Business 2020 rankings without economic reforms, while ...",negative,-0.982865214
"To resolve minority issues, a president needs majority support of majority - SLPP",10/24/2019,PresPoll2020,"In order to successfully address minority grievances, a president should have the backing of a majority of the majority ...","To resolve minority issues, a president needs majority support of majority - SLPP In order to successfully address minority grievances, a president should have the backing of a majority of the majority ...",negative,-0.96531713
Is Kurunegala losing its multicultural heritage?,10/24/2019,Human Rights,"Kurunegala once the capital of Lanka, is a city at the crossroads which boasts a rich multi-cultural heritage. However i...","Is Kurunegala losing its multicultural heritage? Kurunegala once the capital of Lanka, is a city at the crossroads which boasts a rich multi-cultural heritage. However i...",positive,0.971797347
Sri Lanka stocks rally for sixth day with buying in John Keells Hotels,10/24/2019,Markets," Sri Lanka's stocks close 0.47 percent higher on Thursday, continuing a rally for the sixth consecutive day, provisional...","Sri Lanka stocks rally for sixth day with buying in John Keells Hotels  Sri Lanka's stocks close 0.47 percent higher on Thursday, continuing a rally for the sixth consecutive day, provisional...",negative,-0.983501494
Sajith turned down Premiership many times - Mannapperuma,10/24/2019,Politics,UNP Parliamentarian  State Minister Ajith Mannapperuma says NDF presidential candidate Sajith Premadasa was invited 71 t...,Sajith turned down Premiership many times - Mannapperuma UNP Parliamentarian  State Minister Ajith Mannapperuma says NDF presidential candidate Sajith Premadasa was invited 71 t...,negative,-0.990073085
Easter Sunday aftermath drives Sri Lanka's John Keells Hotels into the red in Sep,10/24/2019,Markets,"John Keells Hotels Plc (KHL), the Sri Lankan and Maldivian resort operator of the John Keells Group, said it posted 470 ...","Easter Sunday aftermath drives Sri Lanka's John Keells Hotels into the red in Sep John Keells Hotels Plc (KHL), the Sri Lankan and Maldivian resort operator of the John Keells Group, said it posted 470 ...",negative,-0.980873287
Two year struggle by Sri Lanka investment agency to get land for refinery,10/24/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka now has almost 10 billion US dollars in committed investments, including in two oil refineries, but to get lan...","Two year struggle by Sri Lanka investment agency to get land for refinery Sri Lanka now has almost 10 billion US dollars in committed investments, including in two oil refineries, but to get lan...",negative,-0.962284029
Left Front switches from AKD to Sajith,10/24/2019,Politics,Yesterday 23rd the Central Committee of the United Left Front decided to withdraw support from Anura Kumara Dissanayake ...,Left Front switches from AKD to Sajith Yesterday 23rd the Central Committee of the United Left Front decided to withdraw support from Anura Kumara Dissanayake ...,negative,-0.998275995
Air tickets in Sri Lanka dollarized after 'flexible exchange rate' collapse,10/24/2019,Business," Airlines have started to denominate tickets in US dollars instead of rupees, travel agents in Sri Lanka said, in a new ...","Air tickets in Sri Lanka dollarized after 'flexible exchange rate' collapse  Airlines have started to denominate tickets in US dollars instead of rupees, travel agents in Sri Lanka said, in a new ...",negative,-0.971263111
"Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly firmer, gilt yields flat",10/24/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 181.10/30 to the US dollar on Thursday in the first hour of trading, while bond yields...","Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly firmer, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 181.10/30 to the US dollar on Thursday in the first hour of trading, while bond yields...",negative,-0.975153506
Sri Lanka's Keells Food Products profits fall in Sep on higher operating costs,10/24/2019,Markets,"Keells Food Products Plc, a processed food making unit of the largest listed entity John Keells Holdings Plc, said that ...","Sri Lanka's Keells Food Products profits fall in Sep on higher operating costs Keells Food Products Plc, a processed food making unit of the largest listed entity John Keells Holdings Plc, said that ...",negative,-0.992737114
"Sri Lanka to charge NBT on cigarettes, exempts large projects, some imported inputs",10/24/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka has removed an exemption on cigarettes for National Building Tax, a non-recoverable turnover tax, while exempt...","Sri Lanka to charge NBT on cigarettes, exempts large projects, some imported inputs Sri Lanka has removed an exemption on cigarettes for National Building Tax, a non-recoverable turnover tax, while exempt...",positive,0.532243252
"Sri Lanka cuts VAT on apartments to 6-pct, small condos exempted",10/24/2019,Construction and Real Estate, Sri Lanka has cut a value added tax on condominiums to 6 percent and has exempted small apartments priced below 25 mill...,"Sri Lanka cuts VAT on apartments to 6-pct, small condos exempted  Sri Lanka has cut a value added tax on condominiums to 6 percent and has exempted small apartments priced below 25 mill...",negative,-0.975274146
Sri Lanka Easter Sunday probe drops bombshell on Sirisena,10/24/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka’s  Parliamentary Select Committee on Easter Sunday attacks dropped a bombshell Wednesday accusing President ...,Sri Lanka Easter Sunday probe drops bombshell on Sirisena Sri Lanka’s  Parliamentary Select Committee on Easter Sunday attacks dropped a bombshell Wednesday accusing President ...,negative,-0.988804758
"Melstacorp, Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka 'AAA(lka)' ratings confirmed",10/23/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Fitch Ratings has confirmed the ratings of Sri Lankan conglomerate, Melstacorp, and its subsidiary, Distilleries Company...","Melstacorp, Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka 'AAA(lka)' ratings confirmed Fitch Ratings has confirmed the ratings of Sri Lankan conglomerate, Melstacorp, and its subsidiary, Distilleries Company...",positive,0.533434033
Sri Lanka central bank cancels licence of The Finance Co.,10/23/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank said it had decided to cancel the license of The Finance Company with effect from 23rd October ...,Sri Lanka central bank cancels licence of The Finance Co. Sri Lanka's central bank said it had decided to cancel the license of The Finance Company with effect from 23rd October ...,negative,-0.999535322
Sajith Premadasa says tourism will be treated as exports if elected,10/23/2019,Business,"Sajith Premadasa, a candidate for upcoming polls from a coalition led by the ruling United National Party said he will t...","Sajith Premadasa says tourism will be treated as exports if elected Sajith Premadasa, a candidate for upcoming polls from a coalition led by the ruling United National Party said he will t...",negative,-0.998333514
State Intelligence Service should be blamed for Easter massacre - Parliamentary Committee,10/23/2019,Easter Sunday attacks,"The Director of the State Intelligence Service, Nilantha Jayawardena, “bears the greatest responsibility” in the fai...","State Intelligence Service should be blamed for Easter massacre - Parliamentary Committee The Director of the State Intelligence Service, Nilantha Jayawardena, “bears the greatest responsibility” in the fai...",negative,-0.886434972
Sri Lanka parliament passes vote on account till April 2020,10/23/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's parliament passed a vote on account, giving authority for the government to spend and raise debt up to April...","Sri Lanka parliament passes vote on account till April 2020 Sri Lanka's parliament passed a vote on account, giving authority for the government to spend and raise debt up to April...",positive,0.514971256
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields flat",10/23/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 181.30/40 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields eased and stocks closed 0.14 pe...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 181.30/40 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields eased and stocks closed 0.14 pe...",negative,-0.997597754
Gota’s promises on education unrealistic – UNP,10/23/2019,PresPoll2020,"(SLPP) presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa's promises on education reform are unrealistic and impractical, UNP MP ...","Gota’s promises on education unrealistic – UNP (SLPP) presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa's promises on education reform are unrealistic and impractical, UNP MP ...",negative,-0.996993303
Sri Lanka state salaries to go up sharply in 2020,10/23/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's state salaries has been raised in recent years and will go up further in 2020, especially in executive grade...","Sri Lanka state salaries to go up sharply in 2020 Sri Lanka's state salaries has been raised in recent years and will go up further in 2020, especially in executive grade...",positive,0.990195811
Royal Park murder: More deserving convicts awaiting pardon - Prisoner rights activist,10/23/2019,Human Rights,The Committee for Protecting Rights of Prisoners came out strongly today against reports that President Sirisena is cont...,Royal Park murder: More deserving convicts awaiting pardon - Prisoner rights activist The Committee for Protecting Rights of Prisoners came out strongly today against reports that President Sirisena is cont...,negative,-0.952034712
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields fall across maturities,10/23/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lankan Treasury Bill yields fell across the board at Wednesday's auction with the 03-month bill down 06 basis points...,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields fall across maturities Sri Lankan Treasury Bill yields fell across the board at Wednesday's auction with the 03-month bill down 06 basis points...,negative,-0.999665499
Hakeem defends himself against accusations,10/23/2019,Easter Sunday attacks,Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC)  leader Minister Rauff Hakeem says the video clip showing him with terrorist Zaharan Ha...,Hakeem defends himself against accusations Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC)  leader Minister Rauff Hakeem says the video clip showing him with terrorist Zaharan Ha...,negative,-0.549335837
Fitch confirms Sri Lanka Sierra Cables rating at 'BB+(lka)',10/23/2019,Business,Fitch Ratings said it has confirmed the national long-term rating on Sri Lankan copper and aluminium cable manufacturer ...,Fitch confirms Sri Lanka Sierra Cables rating at 'BB+(lka)' Fitch Ratings said it has confirmed the national long-term rating on Sri Lankan copper and aluminium cable manufacturer ...,negative,-0.557996154
"Six dead, hundreds stranded due to heavy rains; more showers expected",10/23/2019,weather,"The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) reports that six people died in intemperate weather yesterday, with 12 reported inj...","Six dead, hundreds stranded due to heavy rains; more showers expected The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) reports that six people died in intemperate weather yesterday, with 12 reported inj...",negative,-0.994297445
More ADB funding for Sri Lanka tea industry in 2020,10/23/2019,Agriculture,"The Asian Development Bank (ADB) plans to allocate more money for Sri Lanka's tea industry in its 2020 lending program, ...","More ADB funding for Sri Lanka tea industry in 2020 The Asian Development Bank (ADB) plans to allocate more money for Sri Lanka's tea industry in its 2020 lending program, ...",negative,-0.975768328
"Sri Lanka, India growth downgraded by IMF; Bhutan, Nepal up",10/23/2019,Economy,"Growth for Bhutan and Nepal, countries which do not have central banks has been upgraded","Sri Lanka, India growth downgraded by IMF; Bhutan, Nepal up Growth for Bhutan and Nepal, countries which do not have central banks has been upgraded",negative,-0.996491611
"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, gilt yields flat",10/23/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 181.55/70 to the US dollar on Wednesday in the first hour of trading, while bond yield...","Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 181.55/70 to the US dollar on Wednesday in the first hour of trading, while bond yield...",negative,-0.971217573
Sri Lanka spending approval sought from vote on account,10/23/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's finance minister Mangala Samaraweera is to seek parliamentary approval for government expenditure and borrow...,Sri Lanka spending approval sought from vote on account Sri Lanka's finance minister Mangala Samaraweera is to seek parliamentary approval for government expenditure and borrow...,negative,-0.966189742
Omega Line in US$24mn Sri Lanka lingerie factory expansion,10/22/2019,Apparel,"Italy's Calzedonia group has over 4,600 shops in 42 countries in Europe,","Omega Line in US$24mn Sri Lanka lingerie factory expansion Italy's Calzedonia group has over 4,600 shops in 42 countries in Europe,",negative,-0.965664089
All parties should unite to defeat Gota,10/22/2019,PresPoll2020,The Voice of Citizens (Purawesi handa) organisation urges the NPP and other alternative forces to unite under the umbrel...,All parties should unite to defeat Gota The Voice of Citizens (Purawesi handa) organisation urges the NPP and other alternative forces to unite under the umbrel...,negative,-0.984327257
Registering tamed elephants: Conservationists cry foul over Cabinet paper,10/22/2019,Animal Rights,Conservationists and animal rights groups are up in arms over an alleged Cabinet proposal to release illegally captured ...,Registering tamed elephants: Conservationists cry foul over Cabinet paper Conservationists and animal rights groups are up in arms over an alleged Cabinet proposal to release illegally captured ...,negative,-0.998098671
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields marginally up",10/22/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.55/65 to the US dollar on Tuesday gaining fifteen cents, while bond yields we...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields marginally up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.55/65 to the US dollar on Tuesday gaining fifteen cents, while bond yields we...",negative,-0.554744959
Sri Lanka turning from culture of secrecy to transparency with RTI law,10/22/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka's Right to Information Commission (RTI Commission) said it has seen an encouraging increase in appeals by peop...,Sri Lanka turning from culture of secrecy to transparency with RTI law Sri Lanka's Right to Information Commission (RTI Commission) said it has seen an encouraging increase in appeals by peop...,positive,0.99838388
Sri Lanka's central bank warns of forex trading scams,10/22/2019,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka's central bank has issued a warning on illegally forex trading scams operated by some companies where people ...,Sri Lanka's central bank warns of forex trading scams  Sri Lanka's central bank has issued a warning on illegally forex trading scams operated by some companies where people ...,negative,-0.995419502
EU election observation mission launched; 80 observers in total,10/22/2019,PresPoll2020,Thirty long-term observers were deployed in all nine provinces of Sri Lanka this morning as part of a European Union Ele...,EU election observation mission launched; 80 observers in total Thirty long-term observers were deployed in all nine provinces of Sri Lanka this morning as part of a European Union Ele...,positive,0.832362056
"Sri Lanka's LTL Holdings could be listed to stop tug-o-war, COPE told",10/22/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka's LTL Holdings, a 63 percent owned unit of state-run Ceylon Electricity Board could be listed to end a stalema...","Sri Lanka's LTL Holdings could be listed to stop tug-o-war, COPE told Sri Lanka's LTL Holdings, a 63 percent owned unit of state-run Ceylon Electricity Board could be listed to end a stalema...",negative,-0.999155402
"""Don't be just keyboard warriors"" Youth leader says",10/22/2019,Human Rights,"Youth Leader Gimhani Liyanage is urging youth to not be politically ignorant, but rather act upon issues and to contribu...","""Don't be just keyboard warriors"" Youth leader says Youth Leader Gimhani Liyanage is urging youth to not be politically ignorant, but rather act upon issues and to contribu...",positive,0.981489003
Slain Sri Lanka editor’s daughter to appeal in U.S. assassination case against Gotabaya,10/22/2019,Defence,The daughter of slain Sri Lanka editor Lasantha Wickremetunga said she will appeal against the decision of a United Stat...,Slain Sri Lanka editor’s daughter to appeal in U.S. assassination case against Gotabaya The daughter of slain Sri Lanka editor Lasantha Wickremetunga said she will appeal against the decision of a United Stat...,negative,-0.634617984
US Court dismisses case against Gota over Lasantha killing,10/22/2019,Law and Order,A California Court has dismissed the case filed against SLPP Presidential Candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa alleging that he ...,US Court dismisses case against Gota over Lasantha killing A California Court has dismissed the case filed against SLPP Presidential Candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa alleging that he ...,negative,-0.994361401
"Flood warnings for Kelani and Kalu, sea to be rough",10/22/2019,Weather and Climate,During the 24 hour period that ended at 9.30 a.m. this morning (22 Oct) five were killed and 10823 people from 3048 fami...,"Flood warnings for Kelani and Kalu, sea to be rough During the 24 hour period that ended at 9.30 a.m. this morning (22 Oct) five were killed and 10823 people from 3048 fami...",negative,-0.985211968
Army Chief in Gota ad: action against newspaper demanded,10/22/2019,Politics,Journalist and Political Commentator Kusal Perera is demanding that the Elections Commission take action against the new...,Army Chief in Gota ad: action against newspaper demanded Journalist and Political Commentator Kusal Perera is demanding that the Elections Commission take action against the new...,negative,-0.99569881
"Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly weaker, gilt yields stable",10/22/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 181.75/85 to the US dollar on Tuesday slightly weaker by five cents, while bond yields...","Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly weaker, gilt yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 181.75/85 to the US dollar on Tuesday slightly weaker by five cents, while bond yields...",negative,-0.974410474
President’s retirement benefits will cost Rs. 360mn over 20 years - TISL,10/22/2019,Corruption,TISL has urged the Cabinet to immediately reconsider a decision to allow President Maithripala Sirisena to retain his of...,President’s retirement benefits will cost Rs. 360mn over 20 years - TISL TISL has urged the Cabinet to immediately reconsider a decision to allow President Maithripala Sirisena to retain his of...,positive,0.680805802
Flood warning for Kelani River near Sri Lankan capital Colombo,10/22/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka has issued a flood warning to residents of low lying areas on the Kelani River, which runs north of the capita...","Flood warning for Kelani River near Sri Lankan capital Colombo Sri Lanka has issued a flood warning to residents of low lying areas on the Kelani River, which runs north of the capita...",negative,-0.973956764
Sri Lanka likely to get higher rainfall for upcoming cultivation season,10/22/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka is likely to get higher than normal rainfall, for the upcoming Maha main cultivation season but water levels o...","Sri Lanka likely to get higher rainfall for upcoming cultivation season Sri Lanka is likely to get higher than normal rainfall, for the upcoming Maha main cultivation season but water levels o...",negative,-0.924424946
"Asian markets lifted by China-US trade hopes, pound stands ground",10/22/2019,International news,The pound touched a fresh five-month peak above $1.30 on Monday on renewed Brexit optimism after Prime Minister Boris Jo...,"Asian markets lifted by China-US trade hopes, pound stands ground The pound touched a fresh five-month peak above $1.30 on Monday on renewed Brexit optimism after Prime Minister Boris Jo...",positive,0.993976116
Sri Lanka taken off FATF grey list: Central Bank,10/22/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka has The Financial Action Task Force (FATF), a a global anti-money laundering body has taken the island off its...","Sri Lanka taken off FATF grey list: Central Bank Sri Lanka has The Financial Action Task Force (FATF), a a global anti-money laundering body has taken the island off its...",negative,-0.997968972
Sri Lanka inflation to spike before falling,10/21/2019,Economy," Sri Lanka's inflation will spike in the coming months before falling, central bank said as consumer prices in the 12-mo...","Sri Lanka inflation to spike before falling  Sri Lanka's inflation will spike in the coming months before falling, central bank said as consumer prices in the 12-mo...",negative,-0.961847007
Sri Lanka national inflation hits 5.0-pct in September,10/21/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka’s nationwide inflation hit a high of 5.0 percent in September 2019, the highest in almost two years, accordi...","Sri Lanka national inflation hits 5.0-pct in September Sri Lanka’s nationwide inflation hit a high of 5.0 percent in September 2019, the highest in almost two years, accordi...",negative,-0.96303612
Gnanasara noticed to appear before court,10/21/2019,Law and Order,Notice has been issued to the Bodu Bala Sena leader Galagodaaththe Gnanasara Thero and two Police officers by the Court ...,Gnanasara noticed to appear before court Notice has been issued to the Bodu Bala Sena leader Galagodaaththe Gnanasara Thero and two Police officers by the Court ...,negative,-0.978667557
COPE report on 23 enterprises out on Wednesday,10/21/2019,Corruption,The Parliamentary Committee on Public Enterprise (COPE) will release its report on 23 state sector organisations on Wedn...,COPE report on 23 enterprises out on Wednesday The Parliamentary Committee on Public Enterprise (COPE) will release its report on 23 state sector organisations on Wedn...,negative,-0.54918766
"'No One Behind’ policy must resonate at all levels, Sri Lanka tells WHO Mental Health Forum",10/21/2019,Health,"Sri Lanka updated the global healthcare community last week on progress made in advancing mental health, in an address t...","'No One Behind’ policy must resonate at all levels, Sri Lanka tells WHO Mental Health Forum Sri Lanka updated the global healthcare community last week on progress made in advancing mental health, in an address t...",positive,0.74084568
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields flat",10/21/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.70/80 to the US dollar on Monday slightly firmer by fifteen cents, while bond...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.70/80 to the US dollar on Monday slightly firmer by fifteen cents, while bond...",negative,-0.994034588
SLFP Seniors who left are coming back,10/21/2019,Politics,Senior Sri Lanka Freedom Party stalwarts who dumped their party to gather around the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna may not...,SLFP Seniors who left are coming back Senior Sri Lanka Freedom Party stalwarts who dumped their party to gather around the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna may not...,negative,-0.999089718
Sirisena leaves for Japan,10/21/2019,International Relations,"President Maithripala Sirisena has left for Japan this morning (21) on an official visit, the President’s Media Divisi...","Sirisena leaves for Japan President Maithripala Sirisena has left for Japan this morning (21) on an official visit, the President’s Media Divisi...",positive,0.911195815
80% public transport under AKD,10/21/2019,PresPoll2020,Presidential hopeful Anura Kumara Dissanayake says he wishes to increase public trasport from 52% to 80% under a future ...,80% public transport under AKD Presidential hopeful Anura Kumara Dissanayake says he wishes to increase public trasport from 52% to 80% under a future ...,positive,0.97012198
Sri Lanka stocks close marginally higher,10/21/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.01 percent higher in volatile trading, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close marginally higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.01 percent higher in volatile trading, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.974488318
Sri Lanka's Laugfs plans two 10MW floating solar power plants,10/21/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas group has sought approval through its power subsidiary to set up two floating solar energy plants...,Sri Lanka's Laugfs plans two 10MW floating solar power plants Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas group has sought approval through its power subsidiary to set up two floating solar energy plants...,negative,-0.968160331
"CFA Sri Lanka, SEC to promote higher standards, protect investor rights",10/21/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka unit of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute, a global association of investment professionals,...","CFA Sri Lanka, SEC to promote higher standards, protect investor rights The Sri Lanka unit of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute, a global association of investment professionals,...",positive,0.99091655
Colombo asking the UK to afford errant Brigadier diplomatic immunity,10/21/2019,Human Rights,Sri Lanka has requested the Government of United Kingdom (UK) to honour the diplomatic immunity of Brigadier Priyanka Fe...,Colombo asking the UK to afford errant Brigadier diplomatic immunity Sri Lanka has requested the Government of United Kingdom (UK) to honour the diplomatic immunity of Brigadier Priyanka Fe...,negative,-0.74288857
Sri Lanka can make farms more productive with emerging tech: IPS researchers,10/21/2019,Op-ed/Special Reports,Sri Lanka can make farming more productive using emerging technologies of the so-called fourth industrial revolution (4I...,Sri Lanka can make farms more productive with emerging tech: IPS researchers Sri Lanka can make farming more productive using emerging technologies of the so-called fourth industrial revolution (4I...,positive,0.970793843
Flights to Sri Lanka's Katunanayake diverted over bad weather,10/21/2019,Aviation,Two flights to Sri Lanka's Bandaranaike International Airport was diverted to another airport due to sudden bad weather.,Flights to Sri Lanka's Katunanayake diverted over bad weather Two flights to Sri Lanka's Bandaranaike International Airport was diverted to another airport due to sudden bad weather.,negative,-0.999604642
Showers expected across the island,10/21/2019,Weather and Climate,"Showers or thundershowers will occur in Western, Sabaragamuwa and Northern provinces and Galle, Matara and Puttalam dist...","Showers expected across the island Showers or thundershowers will occur in Western, Sabaragamuwa and Northern provinces and Galle, Matara and Puttalam dist...",negative,-0.981269181
"Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, bond yields flat",10/21/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.90/182.10 to the US dollar on Monday slightly firmer by five cents, while b...","Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, bond yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 181.90/182.10 to the US dollar on Monday slightly firmer by five cents, while b...",negative,-0.997640252
New Sri Lanka govt procurement rules to ban contractors for corruption,10/21/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka has issued mandatory guidelines for government procurement aimed at ensuring value for money that includes pen...,New Sri Lanka govt procurement rules to ban contractors for corruption Sri Lanka has issued mandatory guidelines for government procurement aimed at ensuring value for money that includes pen...,negative,-0.666462004
Sri Lanka cuts tax on one cigarette size,10/21/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has cut the excise tax on one length of cigarette by about 4.5 rupees per cigarette, bringing the rate to 33,5...","Sri Lanka cuts tax on one cigarette size Sri Lanka has cut the excise tax on one length of cigarette by about 4.5 rupees per cigarette, bringing the rate to 33,5...",negative,-0.976802647
Sri Lanka election commission asks army to remain neutral,10/20/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka's election commission urged the military to ""remain neutral"" at next month’s presidential polls after army c...","Sri Lanka election commission asks army to remain neutral Sri Lanka's election commission urged the military to ""remain neutral"" at next month’s presidential polls after army c...",negative,-0.994209409
Sri Lanka declares three new international airports taking total to five,10/19/2019,Aviation,"Sri Lanka has declared three new domestic airports as international airports which will have border control facilities, ...","Sri Lanka declares three new international airports taking total to five Sri Lanka has declared three new domestic airports as international airports which will have border control facilities, ...",positive,0.533382297
"""I did it my way,"" says Fonseka of the war victory",10/19/2019,PresPoll2020,Former Army Commander and current United National Front Member of Parliament Field Marshall Sarath Fonseka says that dur...,"""I did it my way,"" says Fonseka of the war victory Former Army Commander and current United National Front Member of Parliament Field Marshall Sarath Fonseka says that dur...",negative,-0.910356343
Amnesty asks next president to repeal PTA,10/19/2019,Human Rights,"“Sri Lanka’s next president must put human rights at the heart of their policies”, Amnesty International said toda...","Amnesty asks next president to repeal PTA “Sri Lanka’s next president must put human rights at the heart of their policies”, Amnesty International said toda...",negative,-0.9235515
"Sri Lanka illegal cigarettes, beedi switching claims likely exaggerated: researcher",10/19/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's market for illegal and smuggled cigarettes, a consequence of excessive high taxation and import duties legal...","Sri Lanka illegal cigarettes, beedi switching claims likely exaggerated: researcher Sri Lanka's market for illegal and smuggled cigarettes, a consequence of excessive high taxation and import duties legal...",negative,-0.996689558
AKD proposes comprehensive plan to reduce poverty,10/18/2019,Economy,The National People’s Movement Candidate for the Presidency Anura Kumara Dissanayake is saying that rural poverty in t...,AKD proposes comprehensive plan to reduce poverty The National People’s Movement Candidate for the Presidency Anura Kumara Dissanayake is saying that rural poverty in t...,negative,-0.967711926
Sri Lanka approves five-year plan to phase out para-tariffs,10/18/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's Cabinet of ministers has approved a five-year government plan to phase out protective tariffs that were seen...,Sri Lanka approves five-year plan to phase out para-tariffs Sri Lanka's Cabinet of ministers has approved a five-year government plan to phase out protective tariffs that were seen...,positive,0.717129171
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields marginally up",10/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed firmer at 181.95/10 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields gained, brokers and dealers...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields marginally up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed firmer at 181.95/10 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields gained, brokers and dealers...",negative,-0.951107264
"Deshapriya receives a ""clarification"" from Shavendra",10/18/2019,Politics,Chief Elections Commissioner Mahinda Deshapriya today (18) confirmed that he has received a letter of clarification from...,"Deshapriya receives a ""clarification"" from Shavendra Chief Elections Commissioner Mahinda Deshapriya today (18) confirmed that he has received a letter of clarification from...",negative,-0.97331953
"Sri Lanka central bank FIU, Interpol to fight money laundering",10/18/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's Financial Intelligence Unit has entered into an agreement with Interpol, the international police organisati...","Sri Lanka central bank FIU, Interpol to fight money laundering Sri Lanka's Financial Intelligence Unit has entered into an agreement with Interpol, the international police organisati...",positive,0.593146384
Gota's UNHRC comments: Mangala fires back,10/18/2019,Human Rights,Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera attempted to set the record straight today on presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajap...,Gota's UNHRC comments: Mangala fires back Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera attempted to set the record straight today on presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajap...,negative,-0.921557784
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.06-pct higher in volatile trade,10/18/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.01 percent higher amid volatile trading, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.06-pct higher in volatile trade Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.01 percent higher amid volatile trading, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.990439773
Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon outlook on [SL] AAA rating cut to negative by ICRA,10/18/2019,Banking,"The outlook on the top [SL]AAA rated state-run Bank of Ceylon has been cut to negative from stable by ICRA Lanka, a rati...","Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon outlook on [SL] AAA rating cut to negative by ICRA The outlook on the top [SL]AAA rated state-run Bank of Ceylon has been cut to negative from stable by ICRA Lanka, a rati...",negative,-0.999662876
Australia and Sri Lanka to combat human smuggling,10/18/2019,Crime,"The Sixth Meeting of Australia-Sri Lanka Joint Working Group was concluded last week in Canberra, Australia.","Australia and Sri Lanka to combat human smuggling The Sixth Meeting of Australia-Sri Lanka Joint Working Group was concluded last week in Canberra, Australia.",positive,0.89090848
"Sri Lanka’s next president must uphold human rights, ensure freedom from fear: AI",10/18/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka’s next president must put human rights at the heart of their policies, ensure people can live without fear a...","Sri Lanka’s next president must uphold human rights, ensure freedom from fear: AI Sri Lanka’s next president must put human rights at the heart of their policies, ensure people can live without fear a...",positive,0.998798251
Rajapakshe backs Rajapaksa,10/18/2019,PresPoll2020,UNF MP Wijayadasa Rajapakshe declared his support for Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) presidential candidate Gotabaya...,Rajapakshe backs Rajapaksa UNF MP Wijayadasa Rajapakshe declared his support for Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) presidential candidate Gotabaya...,positive,0.887328386
Sri Lanka to raise minimum wage by 25-pct,10/18/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is to raise the minimum wage by 25 percent by government decree, to 12,500 rupees, under a proposal approved b...","Sri Lanka to raise minimum wage by 25-pct Sri Lanka is to raise the minimum wage by 25 percent by government decree, to 12,500 rupees, under a proposal approved b...",negative,-0.975336194
"Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, bond yields flat",10/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted firmer at 181.95/05 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields were flat and stocks op...","Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, bond yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted firmer at 181.95/05 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields were flat and stocks op...",negative,-0.998411417
Parties with vested interests spreading bomb rumours - CaFFE,10/18/2019,PresPoll2020,Certain parties are trying to gain the upper hand in the upcoming election by spreading rumours about incidents relating...,Parties with vested interests spreading bomb rumours - CaFFE Certain parties are trying to gain the upper hand in the upcoming election by spreading rumours about incidents relating...,negative,-0.987414062
"Over 12,000 suspects nabbed in narcotics prevention campaign",10/18/2019,Crime,"Some 12, 000 suspects have been arrested over drug-related offences in a narcotics eradication campaign which ended rece...","Over 12,000 suspects nabbed in narcotics prevention campaign Some 12, 000 suspects have been arrested over drug-related offences in a narcotics eradication campaign which ended rece...",negative,-0.993296444
Gotabaya's VAT reduction will be disastrous - Mangala,10/18/2019,Economy,Minister of Finance Mangala Samaraweera said that if Gotabaya Rajapaksa's tax reforms are implemented the country will f...,Gotabaya's VAT reduction will be disastrous - Mangala Minister of Finance Mangala Samaraweera said that if Gotabaya Rajapaksa's tax reforms are implemented the country will f...,negative,-0.999497414
Europe endorses Brexit deal and urges UK MPs to back it,10/18/2019,International news,"European Union leaders endorsed a hard-fought Brexit deal with Britain on Thursday, but Prime Minister Boris Johnson fac...","Europe endorses Brexit deal and urges UK MPs to back it European Union leaders endorsed a hard-fought Brexit deal with Britain on Thursday, but Prime Minister Boris Johnson fac...",negative,-0.938281178
Sri Lanka lifts floor barrier for bonded warehouses,10/18/2019,Ground,"Sri Lanka's finance minister Mangala Samaraweera proposed to lift the requirement for a minimum 50,000 square feet (abou...","Sri Lanka lifts floor barrier for bonded warehouses Sri Lanka's finance minister Mangala Samaraweera proposed to lift the requirement for a minimum 50,000 square feet (abou...",positive,0.653711438
Senadhipathy arrested and remanded,10/17/2019,Courts,The Chairman of Avant Guard Nissanka Senadhipathy was remanded until November 8 today by the Special trial-at-Bar after ...,Senadhipathy arrested and remanded The Chairman of Avant Guard Nissanka Senadhipathy was remanded until November 8 today by the Special trial-at-Bar after ...,negative,-0.941649795
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields fall",10/17/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 182.00/20 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields eased, brokers and dealer...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields fall Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 182.00/20 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields eased, brokers and dealer...",negative,-0.998618841
Jaffna International Airport opens,10/17/2019,Consumer Affairs,Sri Lanka’s third International airport at Palali on the Jaffna Peninsula was formally declared open this morning by P...,Jaffna International Airport opens Sri Lanka’s third International airport at Palali on the Jaffna Peninsula was formally declared open this morning by P...,positive,0.998265564
Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas to list power subsidiary,10/17/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's Laugfs group is to list its renewable energy subsidiary Laugfs Power Limited with a reference price of 8.80 ...,Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas to list power subsidiary Sri Lanka's Laugfs group is to list its renewable energy subsidiary Laugfs Power Limited with a reference price of 8.80 ...,negative,-0.983282268
Special security for four presidential candidates,10/17/2019,Politics,Measures have been taken to provide special security for four main presidential candidates who are running in the upcomi...,Special security for four presidential candidates Measures have been taken to provide special security for four main presidential candidates who are running in the upcomi...,negative,-0.954122603
Women seek a quarter of Cabinet posts,10/17/2019,Politics,"The Women and Media Collective, a group of women’s rights activists presented a manifesto to candidates at the upcomin...","Women seek a quarter of Cabinet posts The Women and Media Collective, a group of women’s rights activists presented a manifesto to candidates at the upcomin...",negative,-0.965075254
Sri Lanka's Jaffna International Airport takes off welcoming India's Alliance Air flight,10/17/2019,Aviation,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena opened Jaffna as an international airport with Prime Minister Ranil Wickremes...,Sri Lanka's Jaffna International Airport takes off welcoming India's Alliance Air flight Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena opened Jaffna as an international airport with Prime Minister Ranil Wickremes...,positive,0.998977542
Pallewatte in talks with AKD,10/17/2019,Politics,Businessman turned Presidential Candidate Rohan Pallewatte is in discussions with the National People’s Movement led b...,Pallewatte in talks with AKD Businessman turned Presidential Candidate Rohan Pallewatte is in discussions with the National People’s Movement led b...,negative,-0.662687361
Playwright Dewapriya released after recording long statement,10/17/2019,Free Speech," Playwright Malaka Devapriya, who was summoned to the Organised Crimes Prevention Division (OCPD) of the Police this mor...","Playwright Dewapriya released after recording long statement  Playwright Malaka Devapriya, who was summoned to the Organised Crimes Prevention Division (OCPD) of the Police this mor...",negative,-0.992124975
If Sajith wishes to win,10/17/2019,Opinion,"Presidential elections are about the candidate. The party is incidental to the process. That explains the curious, yet, ...","If Sajith wishes to win Presidential elections are about the candidate. The party is incidental to the process. That explains the curious, yet, ...",positive,0.975749016
Sri Lanka's Hambantota port in deal with NYK to tranship vehicles,10/17/2019,Logistics,Hambantota International Port Group (HIPG) said it recently entered into an agreement with Japanese shipping conglomerat...,Sri Lanka's Hambantota port in deal with NYK to tranship vehicles Hambantota International Port Group (HIPG) said it recently entered into an agreement with Japanese shipping conglomerat...,negative,-0.696133733
"Sri Lanka has to reform to push up growth, ride emerging tech: IPS",10/17/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has to reform to push up flagging growth, make use of emerging technologies and fix the public sector and stat...","Sri Lanka has to reform to push up growth, ride emerging tech: IPS Sri Lanka has to reform to push up flagging growth, make use of emerging technologies and fix the public sector and stat...",positive,0.975537479
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields fall",10/17/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 182.00/10 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields eased and stocks open...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, gilt yields fall Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 182.00/10 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields eased and stocks open...",negative,-0.99258548
Lanka Milk Foods invests US$7mn more in Sri Lanka dairy farm,10/17/2019,Agriculture,Lanka Milk Foods said it was investing seven million US dollars more in its dairy farm at Ambewela to increase productio...,Lanka Milk Foods invests US$7mn more in Sri Lanka dairy farm Lanka Milk Foods said it was investing seven million US dollars more in its dairy farm at Ambewela to increase productio...,negative,-0.992331386
Elections Commission warns Media about bias,10/17/2019,Politics,"The Elections Commission is exasperated by the behaviour of the Media during this Presidential election campaign, but pr...","Elections Commission warns Media about bias The Elections Commission is exasperated by the behaviour of the Media during this Presidential election campaign, but pr...",negative,-0.994619489
Sri Lanka’s industrial production up 2.5-pct in August 2019,10/17/2019,Business,"Industrial sector activity in Sri Lanka grew 2.5 percent in August 2019 from a year earlier, with a growth in manufactur...","Sri Lanka’s industrial production up 2.5-pct in August 2019 Industrial sector activity in Sri Lanka grew 2.5 percent in August 2019 from a year earlier, with a growth in manufactur...",positive,0.997308135
US firms say near-term outlook dimming amid slow growth: Fed,10/17/2019,International news,Less than stellar US growth in recent weeks has caused many businesses to lower their outlooks ,US firms say near-term outlook dimming amid slow growth: Fed Less than stellar US growth in recent weeks has caused many businesses to lower their outlooks ,negative,-0.999673247
Sri Lanka relaxes exporter dollar repatriation control,10/17/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka to relax capital flow measure from 120 days to 180 days,Sri Lanka relaxes exporter dollar repatriation control Sri Lanka to relax capital flow measure from 120 days to 180 days,negative,-0.612601995
Storm over Army Chief appearing in Gota advertisement,10/16/2019,Politics,A potential political firestorm is brewing over the current Army Commander Lt Gen Shavendra Silva appearing in an advert...,Storm over Army Chief appearing in Gota advertisement A potential political firestorm is brewing over the current Army Commander Lt Gen Shavendra Silva appearing in an advert...,negative,-0.994038582
Travel Agents Association of India confab in Sri Lanka in solidarity,10/16/2019,Business,The Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) will hold its annual convention in November in Sri Lanka to express solida...,Travel Agents Association of India confab in Sri Lanka in solidarity The Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) will hold its annual convention in November in Sri Lanka to express solida...,positive,0.995973408
"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields ease",10/16/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stable at 181.85/95 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields were eased, brokers and ...","Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilt yields ease Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stable at 181.85/95 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields were eased, brokers and ...",negative,-0.998435438
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields ease,10/16/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields have eased across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the three months yield down 06 ba...,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields ease Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields have eased across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the three months yield down 06 ba...,negative,-0.990545392
AG instructs police to arrest former MP Jaya Sri Ranga,10/16/2019,Politics,Attorney General Dappula de Livera has instructed police today (16 Oct)  to arrest the former parliamentarian and talk s...,AG instructs police to arrest former MP Jaya Sri Ranga Attorney General Dappula de Livera has instructed police today (16 Oct)  to arrest the former parliamentarian and talk s...,negative,-0.737704277
"Rabobank, Dutch govt to fund Sri Lanka vocational school, rural bridges",10/16/2019,Banking,Dutch government to cover 25-pct of the cost from a grant.,"Rabobank, Dutch govt to fund Sri Lanka vocational school, rural bridges Dutch government to cover 25-pct of the cost from a grant.",negative,-0.90920639
SLPP faults State media for 'distorting' Gota’s statement,10/16/2019,PresPoll2020,Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) today (16) accused the state media of distorting Gotabaya Rajapaksa's statements.,SLPP faults State media for 'distorting' Gota’s statement Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) today (16) accused the state media of distorting Gotabaya Rajapaksa's statements.,negative,-0.99947232
Gota and Mahinda betrayed soldiers on war crime by denying leading the war-Harshana,10/16/2019,PresPoll2020,UNP Parliamentarian Harshana Rajakaruna says although the Rajapaksa brothers Gotabaya and Mahinda are ready to take the ...,Gota and Mahinda betrayed soldiers on war crime by denying leading the war-Harshana UNP Parliamentarian Harshana Rajakaruna says although the Rajapaksa brothers Gotabaya and Mahinda are ready to take the ...,negative,-0.980792701
Presidential poll results will be delayed - Deshapriya,10/16/2019,PresPoll2020,The cumbersome task of counting outsized ballots will delay the final announcement of the results of the forthcoming Pre...,Presidential poll results will be delayed - Deshapriya The cumbersome task of counting outsized ballots will delay the final announcement of the results of the forthcoming Pre...,negative,-0.999769032
Rs 3.6 billion freshwater project to commence in Jaffna,10/16/2019,Economy,"The Cabinet yesterday (15) gave approval to commence a water project in Jaffna at a cost of Rs 3,609 million.","Rs 3.6 billion freshwater project to commence in Jaffna The Cabinet yesterday (15) gave approval to commence a water project in Jaffna at a cost of Rs 3,609 million.",positive,0.887253106
Sri Lanka to set up debt management office in Treasury,10/16/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had cleared the setting up a debt management bureau as a separate unit in the finance m...,Sri Lanka to set up debt management office in Treasury Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had cleared the setting up a debt management bureau as a separate unit in the finance m...,negative,-0.946817696
Sri Lanka's Unilever sees consumer demand pick up from June,10/16/2019,Economy,The market has started to grow from June,Sri Lanka's Unilever sees consumer demand pick up from June The market has started to grow from June,positive,0.988500357
"Sri Lanka rupee stronger at open, bond yields flat",10/16/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened firmer at 181.75/85 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields were flat and stocks ope...","Sri Lanka rupee stronger at open, bond yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee opened firmer at 181.75/85 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields were flat and stocks ope...",negative,-0.997715235
PAFFREL to monitor social media for election violations,10/16/2019,PresPoll2020,Executive Director of People’s Action for Free and Fair Election (PAFFREL) Rohana Hettiarachchi said that they have se...,PAFFREL to monitor social media for election violations Executive Director of People’s Action for Free and Fair Election (PAFFREL) Rohana Hettiarachchi said that they have se...,negative,-0.996554375
Pound surges as Brexit deal speculation heats up,10/16/2019,International news,The pound rallied Tuesday to five-month peaks amid optimism over a breakthrough in Brexit talks while Wall Street stocks...,Pound surges as Brexit deal speculation heats up The pound rallied Tuesday to five-month peaks amid optimism over a breakthrough in Brexit talks while Wall Street stocks...,positive,0.983776152
Rajapakse vows to scrap Sri Lanka war crimes probe if elected,10/16/2019,Political News, Sri Lanka's front-running presidential candidate Gotabhaya Rajapakse vowed Tuesday that if elected he will scrap Colomb...,Rajapakse vows to scrap Sri Lanka war crimes probe if elected  Sri Lanka's front-running presidential candidate Gotabhaya Rajapakse vowed Tuesday that if elected he will scrap Colomb...,negative,-0.993654847
"UberEats expands Sri Lanka restaurant sales, female job opportunities",10/16/2019,Business,Says over three million orders delivered over the past year,"UberEats expands Sri Lanka restaurant sales, female job opportunities Says over three million orders delivered over the past year",positive,0.994777679
"Gota meets the press; high in confidence, short on candour",10/15/2019,PresPoll2020,"In his first-ever press conference, amid increasingly embarrassing allegations of evading the media, presidential hopefu...","Gota meets the press; high in confidence, short on candour In his first-ever press conference, amid increasingly embarrassing allegations of evading the media, presidential hopefu...",positive,0.975195944
Dismissal of Petition no bar on Police probe into Gotabaya's citizenship,10/15/2019,Courts,The dismissal of the Petition challenging the citizenship status of Presidential Candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa does not b...,Dismissal of Petition no bar on Police probe into Gotabaya's citizenship The dismissal of the Petition challenging the citizenship status of Presidential Candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa does not b...,negative,-0.998030126
Politicians remain cynical about killing the messenger,10/15/2019,Human Rights,Gotabaya Rajapaksa at his first Press Conference as a Presidential Candidate was asked whether the White Van culture tha...,Politicians remain cynical about killing the messenger Gotabaya Rajapaksa at his first Press Conference as a Presidential Candidate was asked whether the White Van culture tha...,negative,-0.996902645
"Sri Lanka can negotiate with lenders, deal with debt: Mahinda Rajapaksa",10/15/2019,Economy,Any future administration headed by presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa can deal with Sri Lanka's debt  by talking...,"Sri Lanka can negotiate with lenders, deal with debt: Mahinda Rajapaksa Any future administration headed by presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa can deal with Sri Lanka's debt  by talking...",positive,0.768008649
Sri Lanka has to be a neutral country: Gotabhaya Rajapaksa,10/15/2019,Political News," Sri Lanka has to be a neutral country and that does not get involved in regional power struggles, presidential candidat...","Sri Lanka has to be a neutral country: Gotabhaya Rajapaksa  Sri Lanka has to be a neutral country and that does not get involved in regional power struggles, presidential candidat...",negative,-0.993183076
SLFP breakaway group sponsored by UNP -Dayasiri,10/15/2019,PresPoll2020,The General Secretary of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) Dayasiri Jayasekara said the so-called Organisation to prote...,SLFP breakaway group sponsored by UNP -Dayasiri The General Secretary of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) Dayasiri Jayasekara said the so-called Organisation to prote...,negative,-0.991432786
Shambolic mitigation methods worsening Human-Elephant Conflict,10/15/2019,Animal Rights,"Unorganized methods of mitigating the Human-Elephant Conflict (HEC), has resulted in increasing the conflict over the de...","Shambolic mitigation methods worsening Human-Elephant Conflict Unorganized methods of mitigating the Human-Elephant Conflict (HEC), has resulted in increasing the conflict over the de...",negative,-0.972119749
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields down",10/15/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 181.20/40 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields fell and stocks opened 0.1...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 181.20/40 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields fell and stocks opened 0.1...",negative,-0.998501301
Candidate Monk complains  to CaFFE over fake FB post,10/15/2019,PresPoll2020,Presidential Candidate Battaramulle Seelarathana Thero has informed the Campaign for Free and Fair Election (CaFFE) yest...,Candidate Monk complains  to CaFFE over fake FB post Presidential Candidate Battaramulle Seelarathana Thero has informed the Campaign for Free and Fair Election (CaFFE) yest...,negative,-0.996133089
"World Markets: Oil down, Pound resumes slide in key Brexit week",10/15/2019,International news,"The British pound fell against the euro and dollar on Monday, the start of a pivotal week for Britain and the European U...","World Markets: Oil down, Pound resumes slide in key Brexit week The British pound fell against the euro and dollar on Monday, the start of a pivotal week for Britain and the European U...",negative,-0.994174182
"Sri Lanka economic recovery relies on political stability, reforms: World Bank",10/15/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's economic growth is expected to slow to 2.7 percent in 2019 and recover next year but depends on how it ensur...,"Sri Lanka economic recovery relies on political stability, reforms: World Bank Sri Lanka's economic growth is expected to slow to 2.7 percent in 2019 and recover next year but depends on how it ensur...",negative,-0.941137373
Sajith promises meritocratic governance at AmCham forum,10/14/2019,PresPoll2020,"Presidential hopeful Sajith Premadasa called for a rational, meritocratic approach to governance, addressing an AmCham-o...","Sajith promises meritocratic governance at AmCham forum Presidential hopeful Sajith Premadasa called for a rational, meritocratic approach to governance, addressing an AmCham-o...",positive,0.974062502
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker,  bond yield lower",10/14/2019,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker 180.95/181.10 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields were sli...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker,  bond yield lower Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker 180.95/181.10 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields were sli...",negative,-0.998921037
Sri Lanka warned against telemarketing scam in foreign stocks,10/14/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission on Monday issued a cautionary notice to the public on unsolicited phone c...,Sri Lanka warned against telemarketing scam in foreign stocks Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission on Monday issued a cautionary notice to the public on unsolicited phone c...,negative,-0.995636523
Commonwealth mangrove group shares best practices in Sri Lanka,10/14/2019,Environment,Sri Lanka has hosted a meeting of Mangrove Ecosystems and Livelihood Action Group (MELAG) of the British Commonwealth to...,Commonwealth mangrove group shares best practices in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka has hosted a meeting of Mangrove Ecosystems and Livelihood Action Group (MELAG) of the British Commonwealth to...,positive,0.991504371
"Sri Lanka imports, trade deficit down in August amid weak credit",10/14/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's imports fell 16.6 percent from a year earlier to 1,574 million US dollars in the August 2019, while exports ...","Sri Lanka imports, trade deficit down in August amid weak credit Sri Lanka's imports fell 16.6 percent from a year earlier to 1,574 million US dollars in the August 2019, while exports ...",negative,-0.998600423
Breakaway SLFP group backs Sajith,10/14/2019,PresPoll2020,"A youth group calling themselves the ""organisation to protect SLFP"" says it will formally back the New Democratic Front ...","Breakaway SLFP group backs Sajith A youth group calling themselves the ""organisation to protect SLFP"" says it will formally back the New Democratic Front ...",negative,-0.941744387
Would have liked if Sajith ran for President as Party Leader-Navin,10/14/2019,PresPoll2020,"I would have liked to see Sajith Premadasa run for the presidency as the leader of the party, said Minister Navin Dissan...","Would have liked if Sajith ran for President as Party Leader-Navin I would have liked to see Sajith Premadasa run for the presidency as the leader of the party, said Minister Navin Dissan...",negative,-0.98225385
"Sri Lankan politicians to face aptitude test, rating",10/14/2019,Political News,"A new non-profit, apolitical outfit led by Sri Lankan professionals will  launch an online portal to accredit candidates...","Sri Lankan politicians to face aptitude test, rating A new non-profit, apolitical outfit led by Sri Lankan professionals will  launch an online portal to accredit candidates...",negative,-0.653981209
Upcountry Tamil voters are with us - Navin,10/14/2019,PresPoll2020,Minister of Plantation Industries Navin Dissanayake is confident that although Arumugam Thondaman and his party are supp...,Upcountry Tamil voters are with us - Navin Minister of Plantation Industries Navin Dissanayake is confident that although Arumugam Thondaman and his party are supp...,positive,0.99601835
"Gota, Sajith election promises, freebies, to boost Sri Lanka state spending",10/14/2019,Political News,Promises made by Sri Lanka's two main contenders for upcoming Presidential elections is set to drive up government spend...,"Gota, Sajith election promises, freebies, to boost Sri Lanka state spending Promises made by Sri Lanka's two main contenders for upcoming Presidential elections is set to drive up government spend...",negative,-0.922447741
Politics of Memory,10/14/2019,Other News,It was a ‘Brobdingnagian’ display of popular solidarity behind candidate Sajith Premadasa. What took place on Thursd...,Politics of Memory It was a ‘Brobdingnagian’ display of popular solidarity behind candidate Sajith Premadasa. What took place on Thursd...,negative,-0.925987542
SriLankan Airlines wins top Indian Ocean carrier spot at World Travel Awards,10/14/2019,Aviation,"State-run SriLankan Airlines said it had won the award for ‘Asia’s Leading Airline to the Indian Ocean’, World Tra...","SriLankan Airlines wins top Indian Ocean carrier spot at World Travel Awards State-run SriLankan Airlines said it had won the award for ‘Asia’s Leading Airline to the Indian Ocean’, World Tra...",positive,0.998967767
Elpitiya result; A wake-up call,10/14/2019,Other News,"Jehan Perera argues that the result of the Elpitiya Pradeshiya Sabha shows that """" only a maximum alliance of like-minde...","Elpitiya result; A wake-up call Jehan Perera argues that the result of the Elpitiya Pradeshiya Sabha shows that """" only a maximum alliance of like-minde...",negative,-0.994818509
Sri Lanka state wage hikes argue for tightening policy: CB Governor,10/14/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka held policy rates in October despite an output gap and weak private credit due to planned state sector wage hi...,Sri Lanka state wage hikes argue for tightening policy: CB Governor Sri Lanka held policy rates in October despite an output gap and weak private credit due to planned state sector wage hi...,negative,-0.99583447
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields flat",10/14/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 180.70/80 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were flat and stocks opened...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 180.70/80 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were flat and stocks opened...",negative,-0.998755097
‘Hisbullah not backing Gota;’ SLPP rejects claims,10/14/2019,PresPoll2020,SLPP rejected claims that former Eastern Province Governor M. L.  A. M. Hisbullah is supporting its candidate in the upc...,‘Hisbullah not backing Gota;’ SLPP rejects claims SLPP rejected claims that former Eastern Province Governor M. L.  A. M. Hisbullah is supporting its candidate in the upc...,negative,-0.984566629
No sign of Brexit breakthrough with time running out,10/14/2019,International news,British and European negotiators on Sunday played down hopes of a rapid breakthrough in their last-ditch bid to strike a...,No sign of Brexit breakthrough with time running out British and European negotiators on Sunday played down hopes of a rapid breakthrough in their last-ditch bid to strike a...,negative,-0.995899618
Sri Lanka forex reserves fall to US$7.6bn in September 2019,10/14/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's gross official foreign reserves fell 886 million US dollars to 7,637.6 million US dollars in September 2019 ...","Sri Lanka forex reserves fall to US$7.6bn in September 2019 Sri Lanka's gross official foreign reserves fell 886 million US dollars to 7,637.6 million US dollars in September 2019 ...",negative,-0.998849511
Commercial Bank gets Proparco funds for Sri Lanka SMEs,10/13/2019,Banking,"Proparco, a unit of French aid agency  Agence Française de Développement (AFD), is providing 25 million US dollars to ...","Commercial Bank gets Proparco funds for Sri Lanka SMEs Proparco, a unit of French aid agency  Agence Française de Développement (AFD), is providing 25 million US dollars to ...",negative,-0.943607688
Sri Lanka carbon credits need reform to be globally traded,10/12/2019,Environment,"Sri Lanka's Carbon Crediting Scheme (SLCCS) needs to be further strengthened to be recognized globally, two World Bank s...","Sri Lanka carbon credits need reform to be globally traded Sri Lanka's Carbon Crediting Scheme (SLCCS) needs to be further strengthened to be recognized globally, two World Bank s...",negative,-0.835428357
Sri Lanka opposition scores resounding victory in Elpitiya: Mahinda,10/12/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka Podujana Party and Sri Lanka Freedom Party which have joined to contest upcoming presidential elections have s...,Sri Lanka opposition scores resounding victory in Elpitiya: Mahinda Sri Lanka Podujana Party and Sri Lanka Freedom Party which have joined to contest upcoming presidential elections have s...,positive,0.998491406
SriLankan flight to Japan delayed over Typhoon Hagibis,10/12/2019,Aviation,SriLankan Airlines said its flight from Colombo to Narita in Japan has been delayed due to Typhoon Hagibis until tomorro...,SriLankan flight to Japan delayed over Typhoon Hagibis SriLankan Airlines said its flight from Colombo to Narita in Japan has been delayed due to Typhoon Hagibis until tomorro...,negative,-0.996079862
SLPP handily wins Elpitiya,10/12/2019,Politics,The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna easily won the Elpitiya Pradeshiya Sabha Local Government poll garnering 56.31 percent o...,SLPP handily wins Elpitiya The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna easily won the Elpitiya Pradeshiya Sabha Local Government poll garnering 56.31 percent o...,positive,0.998351932
ULF may back Sajith,10/12/2019,Politics,The United Left Front is likely to change its stance at the Presidential elections and back the candidacy of Sajith Prem...,ULF may back Sajith The United Left Front is likely to change its stance at the Presidential elections and back the candidacy of Sajith Prem...,negative,-0.995717943
IMF to consider Sri Lanka review in November,10/12/2019,Economy,A revised staff level agreement for Sri Lanka with the International Monetary Fund will go to agency's board in November...,IMF to consider Sri Lanka review in November A revised staff level agreement for Sri Lanka with the International Monetary Fund will go to agency's board in November...,negative,-0.96215719
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna wins Elpitiya local election,10/12/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna has won a local government body in Elpitiya in Sri Lanka's South returning 17 out of 29 memb...,Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna wins Elpitiya local election Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna has won a local government body in Elpitiya in Sri Lanka's South returning 17 out of 29 memb...,positive,0.998251975
Sri Lanka central bank buys Rs20bn in bonds to inject cash amid currency volatility,10/11/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's central bank has bought more than 20 billion rupees in bonds to inject new money and target a call money rat...,Sri Lanka central bank buys Rs20bn in bonds to inject cash amid currency volatility Sri Lanka's central bank has bought more than 20 billion rupees in bonds to inject new money and target a call money rat...,negative,-0.993166268
"Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, gilt yields down",10/11/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed steady at 180.65/75 to the US dollar on Friday from Thursday’s close, while bond yields eas...","Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, gilt yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee closed steady at 180.65/75 to the US dollar on Friday from Thursday’s close, while bond yields eas...",positive,0.959414184
No trial for Gota during the campaign,10/11/2019,Courts,"This allows Gotabaya to campaign for the election without the distraction of the trial, and in case he wins and becomes ...","No trial for Gota during the campaign This allows Gotabaya to campaign for the election without the distraction of the trial, and in case he wins and becomes ...",negative,-0.993404925
Podcast episode: The Floating Vote,10/11/2019,PresPoll2020,"While these base votes are more or less guaranteed, says Senaratne, the remaining 17% floating may decide the outcome of...","Podcast episode: The Floating Vote While these base votes are more or less guaranteed, says Senaratne, the remaining 17% floating may decide the outcome of...",negative,-0.995377541
"Experts for policymaking, not politicians – Sajith",10/11/2019,PresPoll2020,New Democratic Front (NDF) presidential candidate Sajith Premadasa today ensured that policymaking will only be given to...,"Experts for policymaking, not politicians – Sajith New Democratic Front (NDF) presidential candidate Sajith Premadasa today ensured that policymaking will only be given to...",positive,0.884024024
Website aims to grade Presidential candidates,10/11/2019,PresPoll2020,Citizens for Accountable Governance (CAG) Lanka launched a unique website today 10 Oct aimed at ensuring accountability ...,Website aims to grade Presidential candidates Citizens for Accountable Governance (CAG) Lanka launched a unique website today 10 Oct aimed at ensuring accountability ...,positive,0.92424202
Oil spikes on Iranian tanker blasts,10/11/2019,International news,"Oil surged Friday after an Iranian tanker was hit by suspected missile strikes off the coast of Saudi Arabia, sparking f...","Oil spikes on Iranian tanker blasts Oil surged Friday after an Iranian tanker was hit by suspected missile strikes off the coast of Saudi Arabia, sparking f...",negative,-0.659253716
Clergy should stay away from politics - Cardinal,10/11/2019,Politics,"Speaking in Colombo today he said that the clergy is present at all events, meetings and announcements “seated on the ...","Clergy should stay away from politics - Cardinal Speaking in Colombo today he said that the clergy is present at all events, meetings and announcements “seated on the ...",positive,0.952617764
Sri Lanka may launch Yen60bn Samurai bond in early November: CB Governor,10/11/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka may launch a 60 billion yen (500 million US dollar) 10 year Samuarai bond around November 2019, Central Bank G...","Sri Lanka may launch Yen60bn Samurai bond in early November: CB Governor Sri Lanka may launch a 60 billion yen (500 million US dollar) 10 year Samuarai bond around November 2019, Central Bank G...",negative,-0.927375138
Elpitiya polling underway  results expected around 10 pm,10/11/2019,Politics,The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna is calling this Local Government poll a litmus test for Democratic National Alliance can...,Elpitiya polling underway  results expected around 10 pm The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna is calling this Local Government poll a litmus test for Democratic National Alliance can...,negative,-0.997565627
"Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, bond yields flat",10/11/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened flat at 180.65/70 to the US dollar on Friday from Thursday’s close, while bond yields were ...","Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, bond yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee opened flat at 180.65/70 to the US dollar on Friday from Thursday’s close, while bond yields were ...",negative,-0.995531678
Mangala to revise Sri Lanka's 'feel-the-pain' illiberal carbon tax,10/11/2019,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka is planning to revise the basis of a 'feel-the-pain' illiberal tax proposed on European lines which critics sa...,Mangala to revise Sri Lanka's 'feel-the-pain' illiberal carbon tax Sri Lanka is planning to revise the basis of a 'feel-the-pain' illiberal tax proposed on European lines which critics sa...,negative,-0.995228171
"Sri Lanka policy rates unchanged, CB says price controls to lower loan interest",10/11/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank said it is holding policy rates at current levels but is expecting lending rates to fall faster...,"Sri Lanka policy rates unchanged, CB says price controls to lower loan interest Sri Lanka's central bank said it is holding policy rates at current levels but is expecting lending rates to fall faster...",negative,-0.996219814
Depleted Sri Lanka shock Pakistan despite Hasnain hat-trick,10/11/2019,Uncategorized,Danushka Gunathilaka scored a career best 57 and despite a hat-trick by teenage Pakistan paceman Mohammad Hasnain.,Depleted Sri Lanka shock Pakistan despite Hasnain hat-trick Danushka Gunathilaka scored a career best 57 and despite a hat-trick by teenage Pakistan paceman Mohammad Hasnain.,negative,-0.958986163
Sri Lanka appoints three managers for Samurai bond,10/11/2019,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka has appointed three joint lead managers for a 500 million US dollar equivalent Samurai bond which will have a...,Sri Lanka appoints three managers for Samurai bond  Sri Lanka has appointed three joint lead managers for a 500 million US dollar equivalent Samurai bond which will have a...,positive,0.964615166
Sri Lanka's Richard Pieris retail unit gets land for mixed development project,10/10/2019,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka's Richard Pieris Distributors has got approval to lease just over an acre of land in a southern suburb of Colo...,Sri Lanka's Richard Pieris retail unit gets land for mixed development project Sri Lanka's Richard Pieris Distributors has got approval to lease just over an acre of land in a southern suburb of Colo...,negative,-0.955266535
Sajith offers a populist agenda at inaugural rally,10/10/2019,Politics,"Premadasa launched his campaign at Galle face in Colombo, projecting his populist agenda and promising to appoint Field ...","Sajith offers a populist agenda at inaugural rally Premadasa launched his campaign at Galle face in Colombo, projecting his populist agenda and promising to appoint Field ...",positive,0.991759479
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields marginally up",10/10/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 180.65/75 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields marginally gained, broker...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields marginally up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 180.65/75 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields marginally gained, broker...",negative,-0.996848762
PM and Sajith accept proposals for social reform,10/10/2019,Politics,The Civil Society and Trade Unions' Collective yesterday presented its policy reform proposals to the Prime Minister and...,PM and Sajith accept proposals for social reform The Civil Society and Trade Unions' Collective yesterday presented its policy reform proposals to the Prime Minister and...,positive,0.964861274
Sri Lanka stocks close marginally higher,10/10/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.08 percent higher on Thursday, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close marginally higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.08 percent higher on Thursday, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.974707067
Number of China's ultra-wealthy dwindles in 2019,10/10/2019,International news,This is the first time in 21 years that the Hurun (China) Rich List has shrunk for two consecutive years,Number of China's ultra-wealthy dwindles in 2019 This is the first time in 21 years that the Hurun (China) Rich List has shrunk for two consecutive years,negative,-0.99489224
SLFP and SLPP sign the MoU,10/10/2019,Politics,The MoU between SLFP and SLPP was signed this morning (10) at Sri Lanka Foundation Institute (SLFI).,SLFP and SLPP sign the MoU The MoU between SLFP and SLPP was signed this morning (10) at Sri Lanka Foundation Institute (SLFI).,negative,-0.980898976
Ready to go to court again – Prof. Thenuwara,10/10/2019,Human Rights,Civil society activist Professor Chandraguptha Thenuwara is willing to go to courts again to challenge the dual citizens...,Ready to go to court again – Prof. Thenuwara Civil society activist Professor Chandraguptha Thenuwara is willing to go to courts again to challenge the dual citizens...,positive,0.993582785
Sri Lanka to pass polls campaign finance law before general election,10/10/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka is expecting to pass the Election Campaign Finance Bill requiring candidates to reveal sources of funds before...,Sri Lanka to pass polls campaign finance law before general election Sri Lanka is expecting to pass the Election Campaign Finance Bill requiring candidates to reveal sources of funds before...,negative,-0.990534842
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields flat",10/10/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 180.55/65 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields were flat and stocks open...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 180.55/65 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields were flat and stocks open...",negative,-0.998795748
Over 40 election complains reported to EC in 24 hours,10/10/2019,PresPoll2020,The National Election Complaint Management Centre (NECMC) has received 46 elections complains during the 24 hour period ...,Over 40 election complains reported to EC in 24 hours The National Election Complaint Management Centre (NECMC) has received 46 elections complains during the 24 hour period ...,negative,-0.983299434
"Sri Lanka does not have any FTAs, should clean up tariff schedule: trade expert",10/10/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka does not have any free trade agreements, as large volumes of products are taxed at high rates through so-calle...","Sri Lanka does not have any FTAs, should clean up tariff schedule: trade expert Sri Lanka does not have any free trade agreements, as large volumes of products are taxed at high rates through so-calle...",negative,-0.998556793
"US Fed members 'more concerned,' say recession risks rising: minutes",10/10/2019,Uncategorized,"American central bankers have grown more fearful, saying a global slowdown and President Donald Trump's trade wars could...","US Fed members 'more concerned,' say recession risks rising: minutes American central bankers have grown more fearful, saying a global slowdown and President Donald Trump's trade wars could...",negative,-0.987213075
Sri Lanka power ministry raked over the coals on Turkey deal at COPE,10/10/2019,Energy,A parliamentary committee on state enterprises took Sri Lanka's power ministry to task over failed deal to buy electrici...,Sri Lanka power ministry raked over the coals on Turkey deal at COPE A parliamentary committee on state enterprises took Sri Lanka's power ministry to task over failed deal to buy electrici...,negative,-0.995461643
Sri Lanka banks told to design innovative loan schemes for entrepreneurs,10/9/2019,Banking,"Sri Lankan banks should help spur development, supporting fina cial literacy and designing suitable lending schemes for ...","Sri Lanka banks told to design innovative loan schemes for entrepreneurs Sri Lankan banks should help spur development, supporting fina cial literacy and designing suitable lending schemes for ...",positive,0.903892398
Gotabaya launches campaign in Anuradhapura,10/9/2019,PresPoll2020,Gotabaya Rajapaksa launched his Presidential campaign today promising to “pardon and free” the hundreds of ex-servic...,Gotabaya launches campaign in Anuradhapura Gotabaya Rajapaksa launched his Presidential campaign today promising to “pardon and free” the hundreds of ex-servic...,positive,0.971859813
SLFP yields,10/9/2019,PresPoll2020,The SLFP formally announced its decision today to back the candidate of its biggest breakaway faction-turned rival party...,SLFP yields The SLFP formally announced its decision today to back the candidate of its biggest breakaway faction-turned rival party...,negative,-0.820742607
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields ease",10/9/2019,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 180.50/60 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields eased, brokers said.","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields ease  Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 180.50/60 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields eased, brokers said.",negative,-0.98582387
SLFP with Gota to create a safer country-Duminda,10/9/2019,PresPoll2020,Duminda Dissanayake urges all SLFPers to cooperate with the SLPP particularly the minorities,SLFP with Gota to create a safer country-Duminda Duminda Dissanayake urges all SLFPers to cooperate with the SLPP particularly the minorities,negative,-0.981676579
EU funds 40mn euros for local government development in Sri Lanka,10/9/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is to receive a 40 million euros from the European Union (EU) to co-finance the ‘Strengthening Transformatio...,EU funds 40mn euros for local government development in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka is to receive a 40 million euros from the European Union (EU) to co-finance the ‘Strengthening Transformatio...,positive,0.934487045
Sri Lanka stocks close 1.23-pct higher,10/9/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.23 percent higher on Wednesday, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close 1.23-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.23 percent higher on Wednesday, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.990749061
Sri Lanka 03-month Treasury Bill yield eases to 7.58-pct,10/9/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s 03-month Treasury Bill yield fell 02 basis points to 7.58 percent at Wednesday's auction, data from the st...","Sri Lanka 03-month Treasury Bill yield eases to 7.58-pct Sri Lanka’s 03-month Treasury Bill yield fell 02 basis points to 7.58 percent at Wednesday's auction, data from the st...",negative,-0.999263227
Sri Lanka's Kandy city to get new US$5.2mn 5-star hotel,10/9/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's investment promotion agency has approved building of a five-star hotel in the central hill country city of K...,Sri Lanka's Kandy city to get new US$5.2mn 5-star hotel Sri Lanka's investment promotion agency has approved building of a five-star hotel in the central hill country city of K...,positive,0.918240607
Debt and lack of resources cause rural poverty - AKD,10/9/2019,Economy,Crippling personal debt and the lack of basic resources to carry on an agricultural livelihood are being identified by t...,Debt and lack of resources cause rural poverty - AKD Crippling personal debt and the lack of basic resources to carry on an agricultural livelihood are being identified by t...,negative,-0.996898532
SriLankan Engineering certifies Singpapore Airlines B787 on Maldives run,10/9/2019,Uncategorized,"SriLankan Engineering has certified the first Boeing 737 aircraft of Singapore Airlines operated to Male Maldives, as pa...","SriLankan Engineering certifies Singpapore Airlines B787 on Maldives run SriLankan Engineering has certified the first Boeing 737 aircraft of Singapore Airlines operated to Male Maldives, as pa...",positive,0.967593193
Mahesh to introduce his policy statement next week,10/9/2019,PresPoll2020,The Policy statement of The National People’s Party (NPP) will be launched next week. ,Mahesh to introduce his policy statement next week The Policy statement of The National People’s Party (NPP) will be launched next week. ,positive,0.986727774
Madumadawa quits as PHU deputy,10/9/2019,Politics,The Deputy Leader of Pivithuru Hela Urumaya (PHU) Madumadawa Aravinda has resigned from his position in the party follow...,Madumadawa quits as PHU deputy The Deputy Leader of Pivithuru Hela Urumaya (PHU) Madumadawa Aravinda has resigned from his position in the party follow...,negative,-0.998469651
COPE chief faults CEB in audit battle over Sri Lanka's LTL group,10/9/2019,Energy,"The head of a parliamentary committee probing Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board, who is waging a battle to ...","COPE chief faults CEB in audit battle over Sri Lanka's LTL group The head of a parliamentary committee probing Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board, who is waging a battle to ...",negative,-0.994110763
Thirty-two damaged shops rebuilt in Minuwangoda,10/9/2019,Race Relations,The World Memon Organisation and a Federation of Colombo Mosques paid Rs 20 million to rebuild shops owned by both Sinha...,Thirty-two damaged shops rebuilt in Minuwangoda The World Memon Organisation and a Federation of Colombo Mosques paid Rs 20 million to rebuild shops owned by both Sinha...,negative,-0.994551361
Cops interdicted for spreading unverified info,10/9/2019,Law and Order,Two police officers attached to the Fort Police Station was interdicted yesterday (9 Oct) with regard to a statement iss...,Cops interdicted for spreading unverified info Two police officers attached to the Fort Police Station was interdicted yesterday (9 Oct) with regard to a statement iss...,negative,-0.986543715
"Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, gilt yields flat",10/9/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stable at 180.30/40 to the US dollar on Wednesday from Tuesday’s close, while bond yields w...","Sri Lanka rupee steady at open, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stable at 180.30/40 to the US dollar on Wednesday from Tuesday’s close, while bond yields w...",negative,-0.981135786
"Sri Lanka Freedom Party to back Gotabaya, President Sirisena to step down as leader",10/9/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka Freedom Party will support Gotabaya Rajapaksa for the candidacy and President Maithripala Sirisena will step d...,"Sri Lanka Freedom Party to back Gotabaya, President Sirisena to step down as leader Sri Lanka Freedom Party will support Gotabaya Rajapaksa for the candidacy and President Maithripala Sirisena will step d...",positive,0.996129751
Sri Lanka unemployment rate edges up 2019 2Q,10/9/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's unemployment rate has risen to 4.9 percent in the second quarter of 2019 the highest since 5.1 percent seen ...,Sri Lanka unemployment rate edges up 2019 2Q Sri Lanka's unemployment rate has risen to 4.9 percent in the second quarter of 2019 the highest since 5.1 percent seen ...,negative,-0.962778389
Sri Lanka hub status grows despite direct mainline calls to Indian ports,10/9/2019,Logistics,Sri Lanka's Colombo port status as a container hub is growing despite shipping lines making direct calls to Indian ports...,Sri Lanka hub status grows despite direct mainline calls to Indian ports Sri Lanka's Colombo port status as a container hub is growing despite shipping lines making direct calls to Indian ports...,positive,0.963631511
"Asian markets hit by trade worries, Brexit woes sink pound",10/9/2019,International news,Asian markets tracked hefty losses in New York on Wednesday owing to growing China-US tensions ahead of fresh trade talk...,"Asian markets hit by trade worries, Brexit woes sink pound Asian markets tracked hefty losses in New York on Wednesday owing to growing China-US tensions ahead of fresh trade talk...",negative,-0.996326387
SLFP to back Gota; Sirisena steps down as party leader,10/9/2019,PresPoll2020,The Sri Lanka Freedom Party will support the candidacy of Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the Presidential election as President M...,SLFP to back Gota; Sirisena steps down as party leader The Sri Lanka Freedom Party will support the candidacy of Gotabaya Rajapaksa at the Presidential election as President M...,negative,-0.988783419
BMW sees potential for growth in Sri Lanka,10/9/2019,Economy,"Prestige Automobile (Pvt) Ltd, the agent for Germany-based BMW says the brand sees growth opportunities in Sri Lanka.","BMW sees potential for growth in Sri Lanka Prestige Automobile (Pvt) Ltd, the agent for Germany-based BMW says the brand sees growth opportunities in Sri Lanka.",positive,0.998528242
Sri Lanka tourist drivers boost skills with training academy,10/9/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's tourist drivers have set up a training academy and are conducting regular programs to upgrade skills and cus...,Sri Lanka tourist drivers boost skills with training academy Sri Lanka's tourist drivers have set up a training academy and are conducting regular programs to upgrade skills and cus...,positive,0.993914902
"Charges traded, buck passed for scuttling Sri Lanka cheap power plants at COPE probe",10/8/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka's power ministry, utility officials and politicians blamed each other and the regulator for chaotic procuremen...","Charges traded, buck passed for scuttling Sri Lanka cheap power plants at COPE probe Sri Lanka's power ministry, utility officials and politicians blamed each other and the regulator for chaotic procuremen...",negative,-0.997620046
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields ease",10/8/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed firmer at 180.30/45 to the US dollar on Tuesday from Monday’s close, while bond yields ease...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields ease Sri Lanka’s rupee closed firmer at 180.30/45 to the US dollar on Tuesday from Monday’s close, while bond yields ease...",positive,0.99399066
Sri Lanka foreign ministry document attestation hit by computer glitch,10/8/2019,Political News,"Document attestation has slowed down temporarily due to a computer glitch, which is being fixed,  the consumer affairs u...","Sri Lanka foreign ministry document attestation hit by computer glitch Document attestation has slowed down temporarily due to a computer glitch, which is being fixed,  the consumer affairs u...",negative,-0.999299169
Mahesh ready to join hands with Nagananda,10/8/2019,PresPoll2020,"The presidential candidate of National People’s Party (NPP), former Army Commander General Mahesh Senanayake expects A...","Mahesh ready to join hands with Nagananda The presidential candidate of National People’s Party (NPP), former Army Commander General Mahesh Senanayake expects A...",positive,0.976561427
AmSafe Bridport expands Sri Lanka factory with US$2.3mn investment,10/8/2019,Business,"AmSafe Bridport (Pvt) Ltd., an American firm making cargo pallet nets and other gear for aircraft, has expanded its fact...","AmSafe Bridport expands Sri Lanka factory with US$2.3mn investment AmSafe Bridport (Pvt) Ltd., an American firm making cargo pallet nets and other gear for aircraft, has expanded its fact...",positive,0.997877955
"Hisbullah backing Gota, trying to split Muslim vote - UNP",10/8/2019,Politics,The UNP claimed today that presidential candidate M. L. A. M. Hisbullah is tacitly backing SLPP candidate Gotabaya Rajap...,"Hisbullah backing Gota, trying to split Muslim vote - UNP The UNP claimed today that presidential candidate M. L. A. M. Hisbullah is tacitly backing SLPP candidate Gotabaya Rajap...",negative,-0.974453211
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.53-pct higher,10/8/2019,Markets,"ri Lanka stocks closed 0.53 percent higher on Tuesday with the main index pushed up by gains in John Keells Holdings, LO...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.53-pct higher ri Lanka stocks closed 0.53 percent higher on Tuesday with the main index pushed up by gains in John Keells Holdings, LO...",negative,-0.98933965
Its going to be a plus-sized Presidential poll - Deshapriya,10/8/2019,PresPoll2020,The largest-ever number of candidates for next month’s Presidential election means an outsize poll that will need some...,Its going to be a plus-sized Presidential poll - Deshapriya The largest-ever number of candidates for next month’s Presidential election means an outsize poll that will need some...,negative,-0.997412026
Over 100 election complaints received to date - CaFFE,10/8/2019,PresPoll2020,The Campaign for Free and Fair Elections (CaFFE) said that it had received a total of 103 complaints with regard to elec...,Over 100 election complaints received to date - CaFFE The Campaign for Free and Fair Elections (CaFFE) said that it had received a total of 103 complaints with regard to elec...,negative,-0.99277097
Officials bear the responsibility for the  misuse of state resources,10/8/2019,PresPoll2020,"Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) states that it is the responsibility of the public officers, not the politic...","Officials bear the responsibility for the  misuse of state resources Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) states that it is the responsibility of the public officers, not the politic...",negative,-0.995465338
Sri Lanka's Cinnamon Hotels opens Velifushi Maldives,10/8/2019,Uncategorized," Sri Lanka-based Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, a unit of publicly traded John Keells Holdings, has opened a new resort ...","Sri Lanka's Cinnamon Hotels opens Velifushi Maldives  Sri Lanka-based Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts, a unit of publicly traded John Keells Holdings, has opened a new resort ...",positive,0.996892154
Uva Provincial Council term to end today,10/8/2019,Politics,"The term of the Uva Provincial Council (PC) is set to expire at midnight today (08), Uva Province Governor Maithri Gunar...","Uva Provincial Council term to end today The term of the Uva Provincial Council (PC) is set to expire at midnight today (08), Uva Province Governor Maithri Gunar...",negative,-0.708590209
Indocean Developers borrows US$25mn to finish Sri Lanka's Altair high-rise,10/8/2019,Business,Indocean Developers has borrowed 25 million US dollars (4.5 billion rupees) from three Sri Lankan banks to finish its Al...,Indocean Developers borrows US$25mn to finish Sri Lanka's Altair high-rise Indocean Developers has borrowed 25 million US dollars (4.5 billion rupees) from three Sri Lankan banks to finish its Al...,negative,-0.992249489
"Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, gilt yields ease",10/8/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened firmer at 180.50/70 to the US dollar on Tuesday from Monday’s close, while bond yields ease...","Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, gilt yields ease Sri Lanka’s rupee opened firmer at 180.50/70 to the US dollar on Tuesday from Monday’s close, while bond yields ease...",positive,0.996180296
"7,500 CaFFE officers to monitor elections",10/8/2019,PresPoll2020,"A total of 7,500 election monitors will be dispatched to all 25 districts to observe the upcoming presidential election,...","7,500 CaFFE officers to monitor elections A total of 7,500 election monitors will be dispatched to all 25 districts to observe the upcoming presidential election,...",positive,0.782908499
The SLFP is in deep crisis,10/8/2019,Politics,"""SLFP “is in the mood to extinct itself. It is facing a crisis and this leadership cannot find a way out.”","The SLFP is in deep crisis ""SLFP “is in the mood to extinct itself. It is facing a crisis and this leadership cannot find a way out.”",negative,-0.999426007
Venezuelans turn to alternative medicine amid money printing,10/8/2019,International news,"PRINT ER'S DEVIL: Venezuelan Barbara Rojas, 18, is treated at the clinic of Venezuelan spiritual healer ""Guayanese Broth...","Venezuelans turn to alternative medicine amid money printing PRINT ER'S DEVIL: Venezuelan Barbara Rojas, 18, is treated at the clinic of Venezuelan spiritual healer ""Guayanese Broth...",negative,-0.99478662
European stocks higher as German gloom fuels ECB hopes,10/8/2019,International news, European stocks pushed higher Monday on expectations that gloomy German economic data boosts the odds for aggressive ac...,European stocks higher as German gloom fuels ECB hopes  European stocks pushed higher Monday on expectations that gloomy German economic data boosts the odds for aggressive ac...,negative,-0.976570547
"Sri Lanka rice surplus for 2019 lowered to 428,000MT",10/8/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka is heading for a rice surplus of over 428,000 metric tonnes, a lower than the an earlier projection of 535,000...","Sri Lanka rice surplus for 2019 lowered to 428,000MT Sri Lanka is heading for a rice surplus of over 428,000 metric tonnes, a lower than the an earlier projection of 535,000...",negative,-0.998295605
Newcomers shine and set up Sri Lanka series win over Pakistan,10/8/2019,Culture,Newcomer Bhanuka Rajapaksa hit a whirlwind half-century while Nuwan Pradeep and Wanindu Hasaranga recorded career-best b...,Newcomers shine and set up Sri Lanka series win over Pakistan Newcomer Bhanuka Rajapaksa hit a whirlwind half-century while Nuwan Pradeep and Wanindu Hasaranga recorded career-best b...,positive,0.999693394
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields stable",10/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 180.85/90 to the US dollar on Monday from Friday’s close, while bond yields rem...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 180.85/90 to the US dollar on Monday from Friday’s close, while bond yields rem...",positive,0.714672863
Gandhi's birth anniversary celebrated,10/7/2019,International Relations,The Sri Lanka Deputy High Commission in Chennai organised an event in honour of the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma G...,Gandhi's birth anniversary celebrated The Sri Lanka Deputy High Commission in Chennai organised an event in honour of the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma G...,positive,0.995344222
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.33-pct higher,10/7/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.33 percent higher on Monday, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.33-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.33 percent higher on Monday, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.993393004
Sri Lanka overcame hostile forces due to the bravery of  troops -Sirisena,10/7/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena said it was because of the great dedications by the brave soldiers that Sri Lanka has bee...,Sri Lanka overcame hostile forces due to the bravery of  troops -Sirisena President Maithripala Sirisena said it was because of the great dedications by the brave soldiers that Sri Lanka has bee...,positive,0.999712288
Railway strike called off,10/7/2019,Consumer Affairs,"Following successful discussions with President Maithripala Sirisena, railway trade unions have decided to call of the o...","Railway strike called off Following successful discussions with President Maithripala Sirisena, railway trade unions have decided to call of the o...",negative,-0.882314324
Sri Lanka election commission in 'barapathala' fix as Presidential hopes overflow,10/7/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka elections commission is facing a serious situation, space constraints and cost escalations, as a record 35 can...","Sri Lanka election commission in 'barapathala' fix as Presidential hopes overflow Sri Lanka elections commission is facing a serious situation, space constraints and cost escalations, as a record 35 can...",negative,-0.992399275
"Sri Lanka's Hambantota port says how automation, new system improved business",10/7/2019,Logistics,"A new terminal handling system and moves towards automation has helped Sri Lanka's Hambantota port improve business, a s...","Sri Lanka's Hambantota port says how automation, new system improved business A new terminal handling system and moves towards automation has helped Sri Lanka's Hambantota port improve business, a s...",positive,0.999152899
Record 35 to run for President,10/7/2019,PresPoll2020,A record 35 candidates will contest the upcoming presidential polls scheduled to be held on 16 November to elect the sev...,Record 35 to run for President A record 35 candidates will contest the upcoming presidential polls scheduled to be held on 16 November to elect the sev...,positive,0.989513993
Bridgebuilding by Civil Society,10/7/2019,Other News,"Issues of ethnic and religious nationalism, national security and the importance of strong leadership to deal with terro...","Bridgebuilding by Civil Society Issues of ethnic and religious nationalism, national security and the importance of strong leadership to deal with terro...",positive,0.998892248
Sri Lanka loan price controls may not improve credit growth: Fitch,10/7/2019,Economy,A ceiling on interest on loans by Sri Lankan banks imposed by the central bank may not increase lending in the short ter...,Sri Lanka loan price controls may not improve credit growth: Fitch A ceiling on interest on loans by Sri Lankan banks imposed by the central bank may not increase lending in the short ter...,negative,-0.999637485
Sri Lanka Presidential polls; 35 give nominations: Elections chief,10/7/2019,Political News, Sri Lanka's elections chief Mahinda Deshapriya said 35 persons had handed papers for upcoming Presidential elections ne...,Sri Lanka Presidential polls; 35 give nominations: Elections chief  Sri Lanka's elections chief Mahinda Deshapriya said 35 persons had handed papers for upcoming Presidential elections ne...,negative,-0.961785138
"Sri Lanka Presidential poll nominations, 2 objections by 10.30am: Elections Chief",10/7/2019,Political News,"Our of 41 persons who placed deposits for upcoming Presidential polls, seven have not turned up to submit nominations pa...","Sri Lanka Presidential poll nominations, 2 objections by 10.30am: Elections Chief Our of 41 persons who placed deposits for upcoming Presidential polls, seven have not turned up to submit nominations pa...",negative,-0.978660166
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields stable",10/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 181.40/50 to the US dollar on Monday from Friday’s close, while bond yields remai...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 181.40/50 to the US dollar on Monday from Friday’s close, while bond yields remai...",negative,-0.954371095
"Sri Lanka private credit positive in August, state credit expands",10/7/2019,Banking," Sri Lanka's private credit expanded by 22.2 billion rupees in August 2019, and credit to government had expanded 47.9 b...","Sri Lanka private credit positive in August, state credit expands  Sri Lanka's private credit expanded by 22.2 billion rupees in August 2019, and credit to government had expanded 47.9 b...",positive,0.992647529
Sri Lanka president abandons re-election bid,10/7/2019,Political News,Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena has decided not to stand for re-election in November polls as the politically ...,Sri Lanka president abandons re-election bid Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena has decided not to stand for re-election in November polls as the politically ...,negative,-0.99289304
Nominations after 41 makes deposits for Sri Lanka Presidential polls,10/7/2019,Political News,"Nominations for Sri Lanka's upcoming presidential polls will be accepted from 9.00 am Monday, at the Elections Commissio...","Nominations after 41 makes deposits for Sri Lanka Presidential polls Nominations for Sri Lanka's upcoming presidential polls will be accepted from 9.00 am Monday, at the Elections Commissio...",positive,0.963255167
Record number of candidates for Presidency,10/6/2019,PresPoll2020,Forty-one aspirants have made deposits to contest the election for a post that has lost the sweeping executive power the...,Record number of candidates for Presidency Forty-one aspirants have made deposits to contest the election for a post that has lost the sweeping executive power the...,negative,-0.999468505
Deshapriya urges strikers to settle issues before polls,10/6/2019,PresPoll2020,The Elections Commission is urging government workers currently engaged in trade union actions to urgently engage in dis...,Deshapriya urges strikers to settle issues before polls The Elections Commission is urging government workers currently engaged in trade union actions to urgently engage in dis...,negative,-0.944367111
Weerakoon new SAARC Secretary-General,10/6/2019,International Relations,Senior Sri Lankan career diplomat Esala Weerakoon has been appointed as the new Secretary-General of the South Asian Ass...,Weerakoon new SAARC Secretary-General Senior Sri Lankan career diplomat Esala Weerakoon has been appointed as the new Secretary-General of the South Asian Ass...,positive,0.997646034
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals down 27-pct in September,10/6/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals were down 27 percent from a year earlier to 108,575 in September 2019, recovering from a fa...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals down 27-pct in September Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals were down 27 percent from a year earlier to 108,575 in September 2019, recovering from a fa...",negative,-0.998067558
"Sri Lanka central bank bought property in Brazil, New York; forensic audit due: FinMin",10/5/2019,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka's central bank has bought property in Brazil and New York and results of a forensic audit on questionable secu...,"Sri Lanka central bank bought property in Brazil, New York; forensic audit due: FinMin Sri Lanka's central bank has bought property in Brazil and New York and results of a forensic audit on questionable secu...",negative,-0.97296381
Artist Thenuwara threatened following verdict,10/5/2019,Human Rights,Professor Chandragupta Thenuwara who was among two petitioners who challenged Gotabaya Rajapaksa's citizenship status is...,Artist Thenuwara threatened following verdict Professor Chandragupta Thenuwara who was among two petitioners who challenged Gotabaya Rajapaksa's citizenship status is...,negative,-0.991981804
Sri Lanka construction firms seek Africa business in Addis Ababa,10/5/2019,Business, Construction companies from Sri Lanka that took part in an international exhibition in Ethiopia had an opportunity to f...,Sri Lanka construction firms seek Africa business in Addis Ababa  Construction companies from Sri Lanka that took part in an international exhibition in Ethiopia had an opportunity to f...,positive,0.97726953
Baili Investments gets land for Sri Lanka property project,10/5/2019,Business,"Baili Investments Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, will get state land for a mixed development project in Rajagiriya for a mixed develop...","Baili Investments gets land for Sri Lanka property project Baili Investments Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, will get state land for a mixed development project in Rajagiriya for a mixed develop...",negative,-0.949611306
Sri Lanka cuts LP gas price under formula,10/4/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka has cut the price of a 12.5 kilogram cylinder of liquefied cooking gas by 2511 rupees under a pricing formula....,Sri Lanka cuts LP gas price under formula Sri Lanka has cut the price of a 12.5 kilogram cylinder of liquefied cooking gas by 2511 rupees under a pricing formula....,negative,-0.997234523
"Gota petition dismissed; Pohottuwa ""very happy""",10/4/2019,PresPoll2020,A three-judge bench of the Court of Appeal unanimously dismissed a short while ago the writ petition challenging preside...,"Gota petition dismissed; Pohottuwa ""very happy"" A three-judge bench of the Court of Appeal unanimously dismissed a short while ago the writ petition challenging preside...",positive,0.98618871
Sri Lanka court rejects petition against Gotabhaya Rajapaksa,10/4/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's Court of Appeal has dismissed a petition challenging the citizenship of Gotabhaya Rajapsaka.,Sri Lanka court rejects petition against Gotabhaya Rajapaksa Sri Lanka's Court of Appeal has dismissed a petition challenging the citizenship of Gotabhaya Rajapsaka.,negative,-0.94156903
"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bond yields stable",10/4/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 181.30/45 to the US dollar on Friday and bond yields were flat, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bond yields stable Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 181.30/45 to the US dollar on Friday and bond yields were flat, dealers said.",negative,-0.997257531
Railway strike to continue,10/4/2019,Economy,Railway trade unions have decided to extend the ongoing strike as their demands have allegedly yet to be met.,Railway strike to continue Railway trade unions have decided to extend the ongoing strike as their demands have allegedly yet to be met.,negative,-0.988919437
Enter Chamal,10/4/2019,PresPoll2020,Former Speaker Chamal Rajapaksa made a cash deposit at the Elections Commission a short while ago as an independent pres...,Enter Chamal Former Speaker Chamal Rajapaksa made a cash deposit at the Elections Commission a short while ago as an independent pres...,negative,-0.980549395
Sri Lanka stocks snap back after five-day fall,10/4/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.22 percent higher on Friday, reversing a 5-day fall, with the market dominated by negotiated t...","Sri Lanka stocks snap back after five-day fall Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.22 percent higher on Friday, reversing a 5-day fall, with the market dominated by negotiated t...",negative,-0.990166783
Chamal Rajapaksa pays deposit for Sri Lanka Presidential elections,10/4/2019,Political News,"Chamal Rajapaska, the eldest brother of Mahinda Rajapksa, the leader of Sri Lanka Podujana Party (SLPP) has paid the dep...","Chamal Rajapaksa pays deposit for Sri Lanka Presidential elections Chamal Rajapaska, the eldest brother of Mahinda Rajapksa, the leader of Sri Lanka Podujana Party (SLPP) has paid the dep...",negative,-0.913939059
Most crowded prez election yet; could cost EC Rs. 5bn,10/4/2019,PresPoll2020,"The upcoming presidential election has already turned out to be the most crowded ever in terms of candidates, and is exp...","Most crowded prez election yet; could cost EC Rs. 5bn The upcoming presidential election has already turned out to be the most crowded ever in terms of candidates, and is exp...",negative,-0.997539878
People were too afraid to protest under Rajapaksas – State Minister,10/4/2019,Politics,"The general public was too afraid to hold protest under the Rajapaksa government, State Minister of Mahaweli Development...","People were too afraid to protest under Rajapaksas – State Minister The general public was too afraid to hold protest under the Rajapaksa government, State Minister of Mahaweli Development...",negative,-0.996099591
Citibank Sri Lanka 'AAA(lka)' rating confirmed with zero bad loans,10/4/2019,Banking,"Fitch Ratings has confirmed an 'AAA(lka)' given to Sri Lanka's Citibank branch, which has zero bad loans from 2009.","Citibank Sri Lanka 'AAA(lka)' rating confirmed with zero bad loans Fitch Ratings has confirmed an 'AAA(lka)' given to Sri Lanka's Citibank branch, which has zero bad loans from 2009.",positive,0.958844244
We turned Rajapaksa white elephants into viable enterprises – Mangala,10/4/2019,Economy,"The Govt has turned the loss-making white elephants of the Rajapaksa govt into profitable and viable enterprises, Financ...","We turned Rajapaksa white elephants into viable enterprises – Mangala The Govt has turned the loss-making white elephants of the Rajapaksa govt into profitable and viable enterprises, Financ...",positive,0.980838537
"Standard Chartered Bank, Sri Lanka unit, rating confirmed at 'AAA(lka)'",10/4/2019,Banking,Fitch Ratings has confirmed an 'AAA(lka)' rating with a stable outlook given to the Sri Lanka branch of Standard Charter...,"Standard Chartered Bank, Sri Lanka unit, rating confirmed at 'AAA(lka)' Fitch Ratings has confirmed an 'AAA(lka)' rating with a stable outlook given to the Sri Lanka branch of Standard Charter...",positive,0.972074449
"Sri Lanka puts Ayurveda, Hela Osu under international spotlight",10/4/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka is hosting an international conference on Ayurveda, a traditional South Asian medical system and the island's ...","Sri Lanka puts Ayurveda, Hela Osu under international spotlight Sri Lanka is hosting an international conference on Ayurveda, a traditional South Asian medical system and the island's ...",positive,0.995612741
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stable, bond yields flat",10/4/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened flat at 181.45/65 to the US dollar on Friday from Thursday's close,while bond yields remained...","Sri Lanka rupee opens stable, bond yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee opened flat at 181.45/65 to the US dollar on Friday from Thursday's close,while bond yields remained...",negative,-0.987598479
Sri Lanka foreign borrowings to repay Rajapaksa era loans: Finance Minister,10/4/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is borrowing abroad mostly to roll-over Rajapaksa era loans which are coming up for maturity, Finance Minister...","Sri Lanka foreign borrowings to repay Rajapaksa era loans: Finance Minister Sri Lanka is borrowing abroad mostly to roll-over Rajapaksa era loans which are coming up for maturity, Finance Minister...",negative,-0.937039196
US stocks gain on expectations of more Fed rate cuts; London falls,10/4/2019,International news,Wall Street stocks snapped a two-day skid Thursday on expectations that a weakening US economy will prompt more forceful...,US stocks gain on expectations of more Fed rate cuts; London falls Wall Street stocks snapped a two-day skid Thursday on expectations that a weakening US economy will prompt more forceful...,negative,-0.992148399
Sri Lanka budget deficit to expand to 5.4 to 5.6-pct in 2019,10/4/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka's budget deficit may reach 5.6 percent of gross domestic product in 2019, Treasury Secretary R H S Samaratunga...","Sri Lanka budget deficit to expand to 5.4 to 5.6-pct in 2019 Sri Lanka's budget deficit may reach 5.6 percent of gross domestic product in 2019, Treasury Secretary R H S Samaratunga...",negative,-0.992553532
Scottish whisky and French cheese targeted by US trade tariffs,10/3/2019,International news,"From whisky and wine to parkas and cashmere sweaters, the US has released a list of imported European products slapped w...","Scottish whisky and French cheese targeted by US trade tariffs From whisky and wine to parkas and cashmere sweaters, the US has released a list of imported European products slapped w...",negative,-0.996506751
Access Motors expects Jaguar Land Rover sales in Sri Lanka to rebound in 2020,10/3/2019,Fiscal,"Access Motors, formerly SML Frontier Automotives, expects to boost revenues in 2020, with a strong recovery in Land Rove...","Access Motors expects Jaguar Land Rover sales in Sri Lanka to rebound in 2020 Access Motors, formerly SML Frontier Automotives, expects to boost revenues in 2020, with a strong recovery in Land Rove...",positive,0.989677787
Gota citizenship issue: There is no case - SLPP,10/3/2019,PresPoll2020,The SLPP is confident that the Court of Appeal will rule in its favour in the ongoing case against Gotabya Rajpaksa's pu...,Gota citizenship issue: There is no case - SLPP The SLPP is confident that the Court of Appeal will rule in its favour in the ongoing case against Gotabya Rajpaksa's pu...,positive,0.823803067
Railway complaints already resolved last year – Mangala,10/3/2019,Economy,"Accusing railway trade unions of being duped by the Joint Opposition, Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera said today th...","Railway complaints already resolved last year – Mangala Accusing railway trade unions of being duped by the Joint Opposition, Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera said today th...",negative,-0.991107404
Petition seeking suspension of election gazette,10/3/2019,PresPoll2020,A petition was filed in the Supreme Court this afternoon requesting a writ order suspending the gazette notification on ...,Petition seeking suspension of election gazette A petition was filed in the Supreme Court this afternoon requesting a writ order suspending the gazette notification on ...,negative,-0.996211648
"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, gilt yields flat",10/3/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.45/65 to the US dollar on Thursday and bond yields were flat, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.45/65 to the US dollar on Thursday and bond yields were flat, dealers said.",negative,-0.997661948
"UK pledges £10m for Sri Lanka rule of law, peacebuilding",10/3/2019,Legal,"The United Kingdom has pledged 10 million pounds to promote peacebuilding and dialogue, support resettlement and livelih...","UK pledges £10m for Sri Lanka rule of law, peacebuilding The United Kingdom has pledged 10 million pounds to promote peacebuilding and dialogue, support resettlement and livelih...",positive,0.894361019
Sri Lanka stocks slump extends to fifth day,10/3/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.36 percent lower on Thursday, continuing its fall for the fifth day, brokers said.","Sri Lanka stocks slump extends to fifth day Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.36 percent lower on Thursday, continuing its fall for the fifth day, brokers said.",negative,-0.998575449
"Sri Lanka company earnings seen recovering, interest rates falling",10/3/2019,Markets,Sri Lankan corporate earnings are likely to recover as their interest costs fall and consumer demand and economic activi...,"Sri Lanka company earnings seen recovering, interest rates falling Sri Lankan corporate earnings are likely to recover as their interest costs fall and consumer demand and economic activi...",negative,-0.95195055
BBS-led alliance on the cards?,10/3/2019,Politics,The Bodu Bala Sena (BBS) held discussions yesterday to join forces with at least one like-minded group in the run-up to ...,BBS-led alliance on the cards? The Bodu Bala Sena (BBS) held discussions yesterday to join forces with at least one like-minded group in the run-up to ...,negative,-0.979251802
SLFP uninterested in talks with any party but SLPP - Amaraweera,10/3/2019,PresPoll2020,The SLFP is not interested in talking to any other major party beside the SLPP in forming an alliance for the coming ele...,SLFP uninterested in talks with any party but SLPP - Amaraweera The SLFP is not interested in talking to any other major party beside the SLPP in forming an alliance for the coming ele...,negative,-0.996734381
High possibility of thundershowers,10/3/2019,Weather and Climate,The Meteorology Department forecasts a high possibility of thundershowers over much of the island today.,High possibility of thundershowers The Meteorology Department forecasts a high possibility of thundershowers over much of the island today.,positive,0.99298203
"Incentives for rubber, sequestration plantations in Sri Lanka energy policy",10/3/2019,Agriculture, A new energy policy for Sri Lanka has suggested incentives to expand rubber cultivation which can be used for fuelwood ...,"Incentives for rubber, sequestration plantations in Sri Lanka energy policy  A new energy policy for Sri Lanka has suggested incentives to expand rubber cultivation which can be used for fuelwood ...",positive,0.971002698
Train strike to continue indefinitely amidst threats,10/3/2019,Economy,"The railway strike launched by several trade unions over a number of demands will continue indefinitely, LEOU Secretary ...","Train strike to continue indefinitely amidst threats The railway strike launched by several trade unions over a number of demands will continue indefinitely, LEOU Secretary ...",negative,-0.994965851
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields stable",10/3/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened slightly stronger at 181.65/85 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields remained flat a...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee opened slightly stronger at 181.65/85 to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields remained flat a...",positive,0.60044384
Gota free to fly to S'pore,10/3/2019,Corruption,"Releasing his passport, the Special High Court permitted SLPP presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa today (3) to tra...","Gota free to fly to S'pore Releasing his passport, the Special High Court permitted SLPP presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa today (3) to tra...",negative,-0.953844786
Pakistan clinch series despite Gunathilaka century for Sri Lanka,10/3/2019,Culture,Pakistan thwarted a spirited career-best century by Danushka Gunathilaka to defeat Sri Lanka by five wickets in the thir...,Pakistan clinch series despite Gunathilaka century for Sri Lanka Pakistan thwarted a spirited career-best century by Danushka Gunathilaka to defeat Sri Lanka by five wickets in the thir...,positive,0.968890667
No solution seen to Sri Lanka's 'national question' 10 years after war,10/2/2019,Political News,"Even 10 years after the 30-year Tamil tiger separatist struggle was crushed, there is no solution to the problems faced ...","No solution seen to Sri Lanka's 'national question' 10 years after war Even 10 years after the 30-year Tamil tiger separatist struggle was crushed, there is no solution to the problems faced ...",negative,-0.999654889
NGOs and UNP behind Gota citizenship case - SLPP,10/2/2019,PresPoll2020,The SLPP expressed its hope for a decision in favour of the party’s presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa whose ci...,NGOs and UNP behind Gota citizenship case - SLPP The SLPP expressed its hope for a decision in favour of the party’s presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa whose ci...,positive,0.884453475
Executive Presidency: Will follow 2015 reform trajectory - Sajith,10/2/2019,PresPoll2020,"Presidential hopeful Sajith Premadasa said he will continue the constitutional reform trajectory of the UNF government, ...","Executive Presidency: Will follow 2015 reform trajectory - Sajith Presidential hopeful Sajith Premadasa said he will continue the constitutional reform trajectory of the UNF government, ...",positive,0.997107446
"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bond yields stable",10/2/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.80/95 to the US dollar on Wednesday and bond yields were flat, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bond yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.80/95 to the US dollar on Wednesday and bond yields were flat, dealers said.",negative,-0.997110963
Railway strikers face the sack,10/2/2019,Consumer Affairs,The Railway Department has decided to consider staff who have not returned to work due to the strike even without applyi...,Railway strikers face the sack The Railway Department has decided to consider staff who have not returned to work due to the strike even without applyi...,negative,-0.99087441
Sri Lanka stocks retreat for fourth day,10/2/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.62 percent lower on Wednesday, falling for the fourth straight day, brokers said.","Sri Lanka stocks retreat for fourth day Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.62 percent lower on Wednesday, falling for the fourth straight day, brokers said.",negative,-0.998617768
We wouldn't mind getting President's support - UNP MP,10/2/2019,PresPoll2020,UNP Parliamentarian Wijepala Hettiarachchi said that UNP would not mind getting the support of President Sirisena for th...,We wouldn't mind getting President's support - UNP MP UNP Parliamentarian Wijepala Hettiarachchi said that UNP would not mind getting the support of President Sirisena for th...,negative,-0.792237699
Sri Lanka 01-yr Treasury yield flat at 8.41-pct,10/2/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill yield remained unchanged at 8.41 percent at Wednesday’s auction while shorter teno...,Sri Lanka 01-yr Treasury yield flat at 8.41-pct Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill yield remained unchanged at 8.41 percent at Wednesday’s auction while shorter teno...,negative,-0.996183217
"Rs. 15,000 allowance for Gvt administrative and executive officers",10/2/2019,Economy,"The Cabinet of Ministers approved a common allowance of Rs. 15,000 for state executive officers including Sri Lanka admi...","Rs. 15,000 allowance for Gvt administrative and executive officers The Cabinet of Ministers approved a common allowance of Rs. 15,000 for state executive officers including Sri Lanka admi...",negative,-0.725038886
Honeywell UOP to design upgrades to Sri Lanka refinery,10/2/2019,Energy, US-based Honeywell UOP has won a deal to design upgrades to crude refinery operated by state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corpo...,Honeywell UOP to design upgrades to Sri Lanka refinery  US-based Honeywell UOP has won a deal to design upgrades to crude refinery operated by state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corpo...,positive,0.899055719
Sri Lanka stock exchange lures listings from eastern small businesses,10/2/2019,Markets,The Colombo Stock Exchange is trying to attract small businesses in Sri Lanka's eastern province to list and raise funds...,Sri Lanka stock exchange lures listings from eastern small businesses The Colombo Stock Exchange is trying to attract small businesses in Sri Lanka's eastern province to list and raise funds...,negative,-0.927042782
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields flat",10/2/2019,Bonds & Forex," The Sri Lanka rupee was quoted around 182.00/30 to the US dollar in mid-morning trade on Wednesday, stronger from Tuesd...","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields flat  The Sri Lanka rupee was quoted around 182.00/30 to the US dollar in mid-morning trade on Wednesday, stronger from Tuesd...",negative,-0.964321434
Sajith meets President; SLFP decision by Friday,10/2/2019,Politics,A meeting was held last night (1 Oct) between the UNP presidential candidate Sajith Premadasa and President Maithripala ...,Sajith meets President; SLFP decision by Friday A meeting was held last night (1 Oct) between the UNP presidential candidate Sajith Premadasa and President Maithripala ...,positive,0.945838451
Sri Lanka opens internal flights to foreign carriers,10/2/2019,Aviation,Sri Lanka has given the clearance to license foreign airlines to operate flights between internal airports to boost the ...,Sri Lanka opens internal flights to foreign carriers Sri Lanka has given the clearance to license foreign airlines to operate flights between internal airports to boost the ...,positive,0.998338342
Sri Lanka cabinet clears interim budget up to April,10/2/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had cleared a four month interim budget, ahead of Presidential polls scheduled for Dece...","Sri Lanka cabinet clears interim budget up to April Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had cleared a four month interim budget, ahead of Presidential polls scheduled for Dece...",negative,-0.900381446
"Sri Lanka to pay Rs15,000 for executive state workers",10/2/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved a proposal to pay a 15,000 rupee 'executive allowance' to administrative o...","Sri Lanka to pay Rs15,000 for executive state workers Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved a proposal to pay a 15,000 rupee 'executive allowance' to administrative o...",negative,-0.97693789
Janashakthi  Plc to merge with Sri Lanka's Dunamis Capital,10/2/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Janashakthi Plc will buy out minority shareholders of Dunamis Capital at 48.30 rupees a share and merge with...,Janashakthi  Plc to merge with Sri Lanka's Dunamis Capital Sri Lanka's Janashakthi Plc will buy out minority shareholders of Dunamis Capital at 48.30 rupees a share and merge with...,negative,-0.877002776
Sajith blames strikes on Mahinda,10/1/2019,PresPoll2020,Presidential hopeful Sajith Premadasa implied today that Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa may be behind ongoing trade ...,Sajith blames strikes on Mahinda Presidential hopeful Sajith Premadasa implied today that Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa may be behind ongoing trade ...,negative,-0.98756218
"Sri Lanka heading for record human, wild elephant deaths in 2019",10/1/2019,Environment,"In the 10 years to 2018, more than 730 people and 2,400 elephants had died.","Sri Lanka heading for record human, wild elephant deaths in 2019 In the 10 years to 2018, more than 730 people and 2,400 elephants had died.",negative,-0.97170794
A miffed government wants Gamlath to quit,10/1/2019,Law and Order,Government upset after Gamlath said he was asked by the Prime Minister and Senior Ministers to take legal action against...,A miffed government wants Gamlath to quit Government upset after Gamlath said he was asked by the Prime Minister and Senior Ministers to take legal action against...,negative,-0.999432504
Preschools to be free under Sajith,10/1/2019,Education,"Presidential hopeful Sajith Premadasa promised today to reform preschool education, address malnutrition and revitalise ...","Preschools to be free under Sajith Presidential hopeful Sajith Premadasa promised today to reform preschool education, address malnutrition and revitalise ...",positive,0.876735032
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields stable",10/1/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 182.30/40 to the US dollar on Tuesday and bond yields were flat, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 182.30/40 to the US dollar on Tuesday and bond yields were flat, dealers said.",negative,-0.998935282
"Sri Lanka ex-President warns on depreciation, debt inflation",10/1/2019,Economy," Ex-President Mahinda Rajapaksa has warned that Sri Lanka's foreign debt is ballooning, due to steep falls in the curren...","Sri Lanka ex-President warns on depreciation, debt inflation  Ex-President Mahinda Rajapaksa has warned that Sri Lanka's foreign debt is ballooning, due to steep falls in the curren...",negative,-0.997483313
Seven elephants died of poisoning - Minister,10/1/2019,Animal Rights,Officials agree that the elephants were poisoned but are yet to discover whether it was a biological or an artificial su...,Seven elephants died of poisoning - Minister Officials agree that the elephants were poisoned but are yet to discover whether it was a biological or an artificial su...,negative,-0.996627629
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.08-pct lower in volatile trade,10/1/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks ended 0.08 percent lower Tuesday, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.08-pct lower in volatile trade Sri Lanka’s stocks ended 0.08 percent lower Tuesday, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.998594344
Sri Lanka asserts it values multilateralism,10/1/2019,International Relations,Secretary to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Ravinatha Aryasinha remembered the Sri Lankan Peacekeepers who paid with th...,Sri Lanka asserts it values multilateralism Secretary to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Ravinatha Aryasinha remembered the Sri Lankan Peacekeepers who paid with th...,positive,0.963892519
Sri Lanka to solve mystery deaths of 7 wild elephants in a week,10/1/2019,Environment,Sri Lanka is expecting to solve the mysterious death of seven elephants near a human settlement in the central part of t...,Sri Lanka to solve mystery deaths of 7 wild elephants in a week Sri Lanka is expecting to solve the mysterious death of seven elephants near a human settlement in the central part of t...,negative,-0.972819269
SLFP to decide whether to back Gota on Saturday,10/1/2019,PresPoll2020,The Central Committee of SLFP will decide whether to join hands with the SLPP and back its presidential Candidate Gotaba...,SLFP to decide whether to back Gota on Saturday The Central Committee of SLFP will decide whether to join hands with the SLPP and back its presidential Candidate Gotaba...,negative,-0.992367804
Pujith arrested and given bail in intimidation case,10/1/2019,Law and Order,The Criminal Investigation Department this morning arrested the former Inspector General of Police Pujith Jaysundera for...,Pujith arrested and given bail in intimidation case The Criminal Investigation Department this morning arrested the former Inspector General of Police Pujith Jaysundera for...,negative,-0.967080355
Sri Lanka's CPC asked to study new refinery in 2019 energy policy,10/1/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board, has been asked to conduct a feasibility study on a new refinery, and exp...","Sri Lanka's CPC asked to study new refinery in 2019 energy policy Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board, has been asked to conduct a feasibility study on a new refinery, and exp...",negative,-0.612212598
Appointment of Shavendra is not a concern of UN-Lord Naseby,10/1/2019,Human Rights,Lord Michael Morris Naseby of the House of Lords of the United Kingdom said that the criticisms of the United Nations (U...,Appointment of Shavendra is not a concern of UN-Lord Naseby Lord Michael Morris Naseby of the House of Lords of the United Kingdom said that the criticisms of the United Nations (U...,negative,-0.998683989
Train strike to continue today; unions claim no solution provided yet,10/1/2019,Economy,The train strike launched by several trade unions will continue today (01) as well over demands including a solution for...,Train strike to continue today; unions claim no solution provided yet The train strike launched by several trade unions will continue today (01) as well over demands including a solution for...,negative,-0.748844206
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields flat",10/1/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted around 182.25/30 to the US dollar in mid-morning trade on Tuesday, weaker from Monday’s...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted around 182.25/30 to the US dollar in mid-morning trade on Tuesday, weaker from Monday’s...",negative,-0.99893862
"Sri Lanka's Serendib Finance to get capital from parent, 'A+(lka)' rating confirmed",10/1/2019,Banking,"Fitch Ratings has confirmed an 'A+(lka)' rating of Serendib Finance Limited, a finance company controlled by 'AA(lka) ra...","Sri Lanka's Serendib Finance to get capital from parent, 'A+(lka)' rating confirmed Fitch Ratings has confirmed an 'A+(lka)' rating of Serendib Finance Limited, a finance company controlled by 'AA(lka) ra...",negative,-0.960412741
Tokyo leads Asian market gains in holiday trade,10/1/2019,International news,"Asian markets mostly rose Tuesday after Wall Street finished a volatile quarter on a positive note, while China began a ...","Tokyo leads Asian market gains in holiday trade Asian markets mostly rose Tuesday after Wall Street finished a volatile quarter on a positive note, while China began a ...",positive,0.997640491
Sri Lanka inflation picks up to 5.0-pct in September,10/1/2019,Economy," Sri Lanka's inflation in the 12-month to September 2019 accelerated to 5.0 percent in September 2019, up from 3.4 perce...","Sri Lanka inflation picks up to 5.0-pct in September  Sri Lanka's inflation in the 12-month to September 2019 accelerated to 5.0 percent in September 2019, up from 3.4 perce...",negative,-0.967283785
"Sri Lanka loan rate ceilings credit positive, Moody's mistaken: Central Bank",10/1/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's central bank disputed an analysis by Moody's Investor Service, a rating agency which said price controls sla...","Sri Lanka loan rate ceilings credit positive, Moody's mistaken: Central Bank Sri Lanka's central bank disputed an analysis by Moody's Investor Service, a rating agency which said price controls sla...",negative,-0.995518565
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilt yields stable",9/30/2019,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 182.00/182.15 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday and bond yields remain...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilt yields stable  Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 182.00/182.15 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday and bond yields remain...",negative,-0.975467503
Nivard Cabraal proposed as alternative Sri Lanka Podujana Party candidate,9/30/2019,Political News,Former central bank governor Nivard Cabraal has been proposed as alternative candidate for the Sri Lanka Podujana Party ...,Nivard Cabraal proposed as alternative Sri Lanka Podujana Party candidate Former central bank governor Nivard Cabraal has been proposed as alternative candidate for the Sri Lanka Podujana Party ...,negative,-0.972823918
Gotabaya faces new court challenge ahead of Sri Lanka vote,9/30/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka’s main opposition presidential candidate Gotabhaya Rajapaksa faced a fresh legal challenge Monday as the Cou...,Gotabaya faces new court challenge ahead of Sri Lanka vote Sri Lanka’s main opposition presidential candidate Gotabhaya Rajapaksa faced a fresh legal challenge Monday as the Cou...,negative,-0.98600322
"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.58pct lower on CTC, JKH and Distilleries",9/30/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.58 percent or 33.45 points down on Monday, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.58pct lower on CTC, JKH and Distilleries Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.58 percent or 33.45 points down on Monday, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.998873413
Sri Lanka in LNG and renewable energy push as mass extinction fears fueled,9/30/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka wants to expand renewable energy and liquefied natural gas power as a 16 year old child warned that the world ...,Sri Lanka in LNG and renewable energy push as mass extinction fears fueled Sri Lanka wants to expand renewable energy and liquefied natural gas power as a 16 year old child warned that the world ...,negative,-0.800133944
Fitch confirms 'AA(lka)' rating of Dialog Finance,9/30/2019,Uncategorized,"The rating of Sri Lanka's Dialog Finance Plc, a 98 percent unit owned by telecom operator Dialog Axiata has been confirm...","Fitch confirms 'AA(lka)' rating of Dialog Finance The rating of Sri Lanka's Dialog Finance Plc, a 98 percent unit owned by telecom operator Dialog Axiata has been confirm...",negative,-0.908595085
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bonds flat",9/30/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted aorund 181.98/182.00 to the US dollar in mid morning trade Monday, weaker from Friday's clo...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bonds flat Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted aorund 181.98/182.00 to the US dollar in mid morning trade Monday, weaker from Friday's clo...",negative,-0.999145865
Tokyo stocks open lower with eyes on global events,9/30/2019,Uncategorized,"Tokyo stocks opened lower on Monday, following Wall Street's lead, as investors awaited a series of key events, starting...","Tokyo stocks open lower with eyes on global events Tokyo stocks opened lower on Monday, following Wall Street's lead, as investors awaited a series of key events, starting...",negative,-0.997542381
Sri Lanka budget deficit reaches 4.4-pct of GDP by July,9/30/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's budget deficit expanded to 684 about 4.4 percent of estimated gross domestic product by July 2019, up from 3...","Sri Lanka budget deficit reaches 4.4-pct of GDP by July Sri Lanka's budget deficit expanded to 684 about 4.4 percent of estimated gross domestic product by July 2019, up from 3...",negative,-0.985618532
Religious freedom at Sri Lanka schools under spotlight,9/29/2019,Culture,Sri Lanka's public education system requires reforms to ensure that the freedom to choose and practice one's religion or...,Religious freedom at Sri Lanka schools under spotlight Sri Lanka's public education system requires reforms to ensure that the freedom to choose and practice one's religion or...,positive,0.958815336
Jumbo mystery as elephant death toll climbs in Sri Lanka,9/29/2019,Environment," Wildlife officials found three more dead wild elephants in central Sri Lanka Saturday, raising the number believed to h...","Jumbo mystery as elephant death toll climbs in Sri Lanka  Wildlife officials found three more dead wild elephants in central Sri Lanka Saturday, raising the number believed to h...",negative,-0.962378979
"Sri Lanka President says will not retire amid talks with SLPP, Sajith",9/29/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena said he will was not ready to retire and a new step will be taken after Decem...,"Sri Lanka President says will not retire amid talks with SLPP, Sajith Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena said he will was not ready to retire and a new step will be taken after Decem...",negative,-0.971232712
Sri Lanka loan price controls to hurt banks: Moody's,9/28/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's price controls on lending rates, which comes in the wake of a currency collapse and a spike in bad loans, wi...","Sri Lanka loan price controls to hurt banks: Moody's Sri Lanka's price controls on lending rates, which comes in the wake of a currency collapse and a spike in bad loans, wi...",negative,-0.999202073
Sri Lanka supports Maldives re-entry to Commonwealth,9/28/2019,Political News," Sri Lanka supports a proposal to re-admit Maldives to the British Commonwealth, the island's top foreign ministry offic...","Sri Lanka supports Maldives re-entry to Commonwealth  Sri Lanka supports a proposal to re-admit Maldives to the British Commonwealth, the island's top foreign ministry offic...",positive,0.575894058
Sri Lanka 'B' rating confirmed by Fitch; outlook stable,9/28/2019,Economy,Fitch Ratings has confirmed Sri Lanka government's 'B' rating warning that a weak economic growth from incoherent policy...,Sri Lanka 'B' rating confirmed by Fitch; outlook stable Fitch Ratings has confirmed Sri Lanka government's 'B' rating warning that a weak economic growth from incoherent policy...,negative,-0.998105407
Southern Province overtakes Western in Sri Lanka human capital index,9/28/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's Southern  Province had scored 63.3 points in a global human capital index (HCI) developed by the World Bank,...","Southern Province overtakes Western in Sri Lanka human capital index Sri Lanka's Southern  Province had scored 63.3 points in a global human capital index (HCI) developed by the World Bank,...",negative,-0.517469227
"Sri Lanka rupee steady at 182, gilt yields flat",9/27/2019,Uncategorized,"The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 181.85/00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bonds yields were fl...","Sri Lanka rupee steady at 182, gilt yields flat The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 181.85/00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bonds yields were fl...",negative,-0.997502625
Sri Lanka' trails Asia in human capital index: 13-year education equals 8 in Singapore,9/27/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is trailing behind many Asian and middle income countries in human capital with lower relative education and s...,Sri Lanka' trails Asia in human capital index: 13-year education equals 8 in Singapore Sri Lanka is trailing behind many Asian and middle income countries in human capital with lower relative education and s...,negative,-0.989869297
Sri Lanka's Hill Country Tamils marginalized despite ending statelessness: report,9/27/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's 'Hill Country Tamils', who for generations produced its main agricultural export, Ceylon tea, remains margin...","Sri Lanka's Hill Country Tamils marginalized despite ending statelessness: report Sri Lanka's 'Hill Country Tamils', who for generations produced its main agricultural export, Ceylon tea, remains margin...",negative,-0.881271303
State agency corruption probe report given to Sri Lanka president,9/27/2019,Legal,A report on corruption at state agencies between 2015 and 2018 was handed over to President Maithripala Sirisena his off...,State agency corruption probe report given to Sri Lanka president A report on corruption at state agencies between 2015 and 2018 was handed over to President Maithripala Sirisena his off...,negative,-0.995231926
"Sri Lanka rupee opens marginally weaker, gilt yields flat",9/27/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 181.90/05 to the US dollar in the spot market in mid-morning trade Friday, while bonds...","Sri Lanka rupee opens marginally weaker, gilt yields flat The Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 181.90/05 to the US dollar in the spot market in mid-morning trade Friday, while bonds...",negative,-0.99576205
Sri Lanka's Saman Kelegama; a voice for South Asian integration: Harsha,9/27/2019,Economy,"Saman Kelegama, a top Sri Lankan economist was a powerful voice for South Asian integration that had helped advance the ...","Sri Lanka's Saman Kelegama; a voice for South Asian integration: Harsha Saman Kelegama, a top Sri Lankan economist was a powerful voice for South Asian integration that had helped advance the ...",positive,0.999105752
"Sri Lanka rupee undervalued, good for producers: CB Governor",9/27/2019,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka’s rupee is undervalued based on a real effective exchange rate index which is good for owners of export and ...,"Sri Lanka rupee undervalued, good for producers: CB Governor Sri Lanka’s rupee is undervalued based on a real effective exchange rate index which is good for owners of export and ...",positive,0.990638733
Sri Lanka's central bank buys bonds in new money printing phase,9/26/2019,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka's central bank had bought bonds up to 2.2 years, going beyond 12 month Treasury bills beginning a new phase o...","Sri Lanka's central bank buys bonds in new money printing phase  Sri Lanka's central bank had bought bonds up to 2.2 years, going beyond 12 month Treasury bills beginning a new phase o...",negative,-0.973413169
"Sri Lanka rupee closes near 182.00, bond yields flat",9/26/2019,Uncategorized,"The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 181.80/182.00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bonds yields w...","Sri Lanka rupee closes near 182.00, bond yields flat The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 181.80/182.00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bonds yields w...",negative,-0.995041072
Sri Lanka's UNP names Sajith as candidate for Presidential polls,9/26/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's United National Party has named Sajith Premadasa, the party's deputy leader as candidate for the United Nati...","Sri Lanka's UNP names Sajith as candidate for Presidential polls Sri Lanka's United National Party has named Sajith Premadasa, the party's deputy leader as candidate for the United Nati...",negative,-0.956687927
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.18 higher in thin turnover,9/26/2019,Uncategorized," Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.18 percent higher on Thursday, in thin trade as investors stayed in the sidelines ahead of el...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.18 higher in thin turnover  Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.18 percent higher on Thursday, in thin trade as investors stayed in the sidelines ahead of el...",negative,-0.999209642
Sri Lanka spice exporters slam India for slew of extreme non-tariff barriers,9/26/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's spice exporters have slammed India for slapping a series of non-tariff barriers to the island's spice shipme...,Sri Lanka spice exporters slam India for slew of extreme non-tariff barriers Sri Lanka's spice exporters have slammed India for slapping a series of non-tariff barriers to the island's spice shipme...,negative,-0.992002368
South Asia think tanks in integration push at Sri Lanka meet amid political lethargy,9/26/2019,Economy,"South Asian academics and think tanks develop policies and strategies to integrate the region, despite political letharg...","South Asia think tanks in integration push at Sri Lanka meet amid political lethargy South Asian academics and think tanks develop policies and strategies to integrate the region, despite political letharg...",negative,-0.982518137
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields down marginally",9/26/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 181.55/75 to the US dollar in the spot market in mid-morning trade Thursday, while bon...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields down marginally The Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 181.55/75 to the US dollar in the spot market in mid-morning trade Thursday, while bon...",negative,-0.995614648
Sri Lanka to buy fourth gantry crane from China's Zhenhua,9/26/2019,Logistics,State-run Sri Lanka Ports Authority has been cleared to buy a fourth gantry crane from China's Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy In...,Sri Lanka to buy fourth gantry crane from China's Zhenhua State-run Sri Lanka Ports Authority has been cleared to buy a fourth gantry crane from China's Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy In...,negative,-0.992161453
Sri Lanka exports fall in July after 28-month growth,9/26/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's exports fell 7 percent in July 2019 to 999 million US dollars from a year earlier, ending a 28-month growth ...","Sri Lanka exports fall in July after 28-month growth Sri Lanka's exports fell 7 percent in July 2019 to 999 million US dollars from a year earlier, ending a 28-month growth ...",negative,-0.988942504
Sri Lanka lifts price controls on bank deposits,9/26/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka has lifted price controls on depositors to expropriate small depositors, in the wake of a currency collapse in...","Sri Lanka lifts price controls on bank deposits Sri Lanka has lifted price controls on depositors to expropriate small depositors, in the wake of a currency collapse in...",positive,0.963263035
"US stocks rise, pound falls as markets weigh impeachment, trade",9/26/2019,Uncategorized,"US stocks rise, pound falls as markets weigh impeachment, trade","US stocks rise, pound falls as markets weigh impeachment, trade US stocks rise, pound falls as markets weigh impeachment, trade",negative,-0.997671187
Sri Lanka to bust Rs120bn more in state salary hikes,9/26/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka will spend up to 120 billion rupees a year in salary hikes to clear 'anomalies' with the half the hikes being ...,Sri Lanka to bust Rs120bn more in state salary hikes Sri Lanka will spend up to 120 billion rupees a year in salary hikes to clear 'anomalies' with the half the hikes being ...,negative,-0.991082788
Sri Lanka cabinet clears 300MW coal plant in Norochcholai,9/25/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had cleared a proposal to build a fourth 300 MegaWatt coal power plant in the West Coas...,Sri Lanka cabinet clears 300MW coal plant in Norochcholai Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had cleared a proposal to build a fourth 300 MegaWatt coal power plant in the West Coas...,negative,-0.984966636
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields flat,9/25/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields were flat at Wednesday's auction  with the debt office  accepting lower than offered volum...,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields flat Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields were flat at Wednesday's auction  with the debt office  accepting lower than offered volum...,negative,-0.999563396
Sri Lanka stocks snap three-day retreat,9/25/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks rallied 0.33 percent on Wednesday, the sharpest gain since August 28, pushed up by the Distilleries Com...","Sri Lanka stocks snap three-day retreat Sri Lanka stocks rallied 0.33 percent on Wednesday, the sharpest gain since August 28, pushed up by the Distilleries Com...",negative,-0.988925993
"Stand-alone hotels unviable in Sri Lanka due to high construction, capital costs",9/25/2019,Business,"Standalone hotels are not viable in Sri Lanka due to excessive construction costs, high domestic interest rates and depr...","Stand-alone hotels unviable in Sri Lanka due to high construction, capital costs Standalone hotels are not viable in Sri Lanka due to excessive construction costs, high domestic interest rates and depr...",negative,-0.998779833
"Sri Lanka annual floods, droughts healthcare hit US$19 million: study",9/25/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka spends US$ 19 million (approximately 3.4 billion rupees) annually on healthcare due to floods and droughts, a ...","Sri Lanka annual floods, droughts healthcare hit US$19 million: study Sri Lanka spends US$ 19 million (approximately 3.4 billion rupees) annually on healthcare due to floods and droughts, a ...",negative,-0.985345423
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields flat",9/25/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 181.35/40 to the US dollar in the spot market in mid-morning trade Wednesday, while bo...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields flat The Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 181.35/40 to the US dollar in the spot market in mid-morning trade Wednesday, while bo...",negative,-0.998062909
Sri Lanka misses IMF fiscal target with 'flexible exchange rate'; new deal on way,9/25/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka has missed targets in a deal with the International Monetary Fund as it operated controversial 'flexible excha...,Sri Lanka misses IMF fiscal target with 'flexible exchange rate'; new deal on way Sri Lanka has missed targets in a deal with the International Monetary Fund as it operated controversial 'flexible excha...,negative,-0.999046743
"Floods hit 25,000 in Sri Lanka as more rains forecast",9/25/2019,Environment,"Floods in Sri Lanka have hit 25,000 persons and have damaged over 300 houses and left at least one person dead, as water...","Floods hit 25,000 in Sri Lanka as more rains forecast Floods in Sri Lanka have hit 25,000 persons and have damaged over 300 houses and left at least one person dead, as water...",negative,-0.990403771
SriLankan Engineering services Air Seychelles aircraft,9/24/2019,Aviation,State-run SriLankan Airlines said Air Seychelles had become a customer of its engineering unit.,SriLankan Engineering services Air Seychelles aircraft State-run SriLankan Airlines said Air Seychelles had become a customer of its engineering unit.,negative,-0.924938858
UK Supreme court rules parliament suspension illegal,9/24/2019,Uncategorized,Britain's Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that Prime Minister Boris Johnson acted unlawfully in suspending parliament in the...,UK Supreme court rules parliament suspension illegal Britain's Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that Prime Minister Boris Johnson acted unlawfully in suspending parliament in the...,negative,-0.989031971
Sri Lanka orders 200bp cut in lending rates in new price controls,9/24/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's central bank has slapped price controls on commercial banks loans, as credit contracted and bad loans soared...","Sri Lanka orders 200bp cut in lending rates in new price controls Sri Lanka's central bank has slapped price controls on commercial banks loans, as credit contracted and bad loans soared...",negative,-0.996595442
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields stable",9/24/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 181.10/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bonds yields were...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields stable The Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 181.10/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bonds yields were...",negative,-0.803985417
Dialog Broadband launches software defined WAN for companies in Sri Lanka,9/24/2019,ICT,"Dialog Broadband Networks (Pvt) Ltd, a unit of Dialog Axiata has launched software defined wide area network (SD-WAN) se...","Dialog Broadband launches software defined WAN for companies in Sri Lanka Dialog Broadband Networks (Pvt) Ltd, a unit of Dialog Axiata has launched software defined wide area network (SD-WAN) se...",negative,-0.980885565
Sri Lanka banks reject hydro project loan after endemic fish re-discovery,9/24/2019,Banking,Sri Lankan banks supporting biodiversity conservation efforts refused to lend money for a mini-hydro power plant after t...,Sri Lanka banks reject hydro project loan after endemic fish re-discovery Sri Lankan banks supporting biodiversity conservation efforts refused to lend money for a mini-hydro power plant after t...,negative,-0.98719877
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.57-pct lower,9/24/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.57 percent lower on Tuesday, dragged down by losses in Cargills (Ceylon) PLC, provisional data...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.57-pct lower Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.57 percent lower on Tuesday, dragged down by losses in Cargills (Ceylon) PLC, provisional data...",negative,-0.999525428
Sri Lanka allows cars stuck at port to be cleared at old tax rates,9/24/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is allowing cars imported during 2015 and 2017 for personal use, which were stuck at port after taxes were sud...","Sri Lanka allows cars stuck at port to be cleared at old tax rates Sri Lanka is allowing cars imported during 2015 and 2017 for personal use, which were stuck at port after taxes were sud...",negative,-0.997214139
Sri Lanka property developer working to raise high-rise fire safety standards,9/24/2019,Business, Sri Lankan property developers are working with government authorities to improve fire safety standards in new high-ris...,Sri Lanka property developer working to raise high-rise fire safety standards  Sri Lankan property developers are working with government authorities to improve fire safety standards in new high-ris...,positive,0.958911777
"Sri Lanka rupee steady, bond yields flat",9/24/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 181.60/70 to the US dollar in the spot market in mid-morning trade Tuesday, while bond...","Sri Lanka rupee steady, bond yields flat The Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 181.60/70 to the US dollar in the spot market in mid-morning trade Tuesday, while bond...",negative,-0.977194369
Sri Lanka's Colombo transshipment shrink as India imports plunge,9/24/2019,Logistics,Container transshipment volumes at Colombo Port in Sri Lanka contracted 2.9 percent in July 2019 from a year earlier to ...,Sri Lanka's Colombo transshipment shrink as India imports plunge Container transshipment volumes at Colombo Port in Sri Lanka contracted 2.9 percent in July 2019 from a year earlier to ...,negative,-0.995191813
European shares slide on dismal data,9/24/2019,Uncategorized,European stock markets fell on Monday after a key survey pointed to weakness in the eurozone economy while some travel a...,European shares slide on dismal data European stock markets fell on Monday after a key survey pointed to weakness in the eurozone economy while some travel a...,negative,-0.999477088
Flood warnings for three rivers as heavy rains lash Sri Lanka,9/24/2019,Environment,"Sri Lanka has issued flood warnings for low lying areas around three rivers in the Southern part of the island, as heavy...","Flood warnings for three rivers as heavy rains lash Sri Lanka Sri Lanka has issued flood warnings for low lying areas around three rivers in the Southern part of the island, as heavy...",negative,-0.993334532
Sri Lanka national inflation rises to 3.4-pct in August,9/23/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka’s nationwide inflation hit a three-month high of 3.4 percent in August 2019, the central bank said.","Sri Lanka national inflation rises to 3.4-pct in August Sri Lanka’s nationwide inflation hit a three-month high of 3.4 percent in August 2019, the central bank said.",negative,-0.945660591
"Sri Lanka PM, President in verbal spat over ex-bribery chief",9/23/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe denied a statement by President Maithripala Sirisena that he had recomme...,"Sri Lanka PM, President in verbal spat over ex-bribery chief Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe denied a statement by President Maithripala Sirisena that he had recomme...",negative,-0.987223029
Sri Lanka's Expolanka USA unit settles case for US$6.75mn,9/23/2019,Aviation,"Sri Lanka's Expolanka Holdings Plc, a freight forwarder with an international network said it had settle a case filed by...","Sri Lanka's Expolanka USA unit settles case for US$6.75mn Sri Lanka's Expolanka Holdings Plc, a freight forwarder with an international network said it had settle a case filed by...",negative,-0.98730731
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields steady",9/23/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 181.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bonds yields were st...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields steady The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 181.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bonds yields were st...",negative,-0.992819726
Brandix wins Sri Lanka exporter of the year award,9/23/2019,Apparel,"Colombo-based Brandix, an apparel group which has expanded overseas into two continents and employs around 60,000 people...","Brandix wins Sri Lanka exporter of the year award Colombo-based Brandix, an apparel group which has expanded overseas into two continents and employs around 60,000 people...",positive,0.99910599
Sri Lanka stocks ends 0.30-pct lower on Dialog Axiata,9/23/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.30 percent lower on Monday, dragged down by telco Dialog Axiata, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks ends 0.30-pct lower on Dialog Axiata Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.30 percent lower on Monday, dragged down by telco Dialog Axiata, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.999583304
Sri Lanka vehicle import collapse shows signs of easing,9/23/2019,Economy,A collapse in Sri Lanka's vehicle imports that came in the wake of a combination of money printing and Nixon shock style...,Sri Lanka vehicle import collapse shows signs of easing A collapse in Sri Lanka's vehicle imports that came in the wake of a combination of money printing and Nixon shock style...,negative,-0.998712659
"Sri Lanka rupee falls after open, bond yields steady",9/23/2019,Bonds & Forex,The Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 181.50/70 to the US dollar in the spot market in mid-morning trade Monday amid excess ...,"Sri Lanka rupee falls after open, bond yields steady The Sri Lanka rupee was quoted at 181.50/70 to the US dollar in the spot market in mid-morning trade Monday amid excess ...",negative,-0.993302822
"Oil rallies on MidEast tensions, stocks weighed by trade remarks",9/23/2019,Uncategorized,"Oil prices rallied Monday after Iran warned the presence of US forces in the Gulf was causing instability in the region,...","Oil rallies on MidEast tensions, stocks weighed by trade remarks Oil prices rallied Monday after Iran warned the presence of US forces in the Gulf was causing instability in the region,...",negative,-0.992302179
"UK travel giant Thomas Cook collapses, stranding tourists",9/23/2019,International news,"British travel group Thomas Cook on Monday declared bankruptcy after failing to reach a last-ditch rescue deal, triggeri...","UK travel giant Thomas Cook collapses, stranding tourists British travel group Thomas Cook on Monday declared bankruptcy after failing to reach a last-ditch rescue deal, triggeri...",negative,-0.999732077
Breaking currency board was early birth defect of independent Sri Lanka: Sally,9/23/2019,Economy, Abolishing a rule based currency board in favour of a discretionary central bank which allowed politicians and bureaucr...,Breaking currency board was early birth defect of independent Sri Lanka: Sally  Abolishing a rule based currency board in favour of a discretionary central bank which allowed politicians and bureaucr...,negative,-0.978031337
"Sri Lanka President, PM point fingers over abolition drama",9/22/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has said a last ditch attempt to abolish the presidency last week was a joke,...","Sri Lanka President, PM point fingers over abolition drama Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has said a last ditch attempt to abolish the presidency last week was a joke,...",negative,-0.996409714
Swiss Singapore Overseas wins Sri Lanka coal deal,9/22/2019,Energy,"Swiss Singapore Overseas (Pte) Ltd, a commodity trader, has won a deal to supply 300,000 metric tonnes of coal to Sri La...","Swiss Singapore Overseas wins Sri Lanka coal deal Swiss Singapore Overseas (Pte) Ltd, a commodity trader, has won a deal to supply 300,000 metric tonnes of coal to Sri La...",positive,0.996851385
Anti-carbon-tax yellow vest protestors disrupt climate change march,9/22/2019,Economy,Anti-carbon tax 'yellow vest' protestors in France incensed over plans by interventionists to hit motorist who are alrea...,Anti-carbon-tax yellow vest protestors disrupt climate change march Anti-carbon tax 'yellow vest' protestors in France incensed over plans by interventionists to hit motorist who are alrea...,negative,-0.995030642
Tea Smallholder Factories get top Sri Lanka award for CTC tea,9/22/2019,Business,"Tea Smallholder Factories Plc, a unit of John Keells Holdings had been recognized as the top producer of CTC tea (crush ...","Tea Smallholder Factories get top Sri Lanka award for CTC tea Tea Smallholder Factories Plc, a unit of John Keells Holdings had been recognized as the top producer of CTC tea (crush ...",positive,0.984395385
Pakistan's Hafeez out for landmark Sri Lanka tour,9/22/2019,Culture,"Pakistan on Saturday left out veteran batsman Mohammad Hafeez for next week's series start against Sri Lanka, who are to...","Pakistan's Hafeez out for landmark Sri Lanka tour Pakistan on Saturday left out veteran batsman Mohammad Hafeez for next week's series start against Sri Lanka, who are to...",positive,0.925424635
"Gota’s Sri Lanka citizenship in doubt, candidacy under cloud",9/22/2019,Legal, Police have reported progress in their investigations into allegations Gotabaya Rajapaksa had failed to resume Sri Lank...,"Gota’s Sri Lanka citizenship in doubt, candidacy under cloud  Police have reported progress in their investigations into allegations Gotabaya Rajapaksa had failed to resume Sri Lank...",negative,-0.983673811
Arrests in France over anti-carbon tax yellow vest protests,9/21/2019,International news,"Over a hundred demonstrators were arrested at yellow vest protests in Paris on Saturday as about 7,500 police were deplo...","Arrests in France over anti-carbon tax yellow vest protests Over a hundred demonstrators were arrested at yellow vest protests in Paris on Saturday as about 7,500 police were deplo...",negative,-0.994930804
Sri Lanka can request to drop land deed reform from Millennium Challenge grant: Official,9/21/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka may request to remove a land deed modernization project using grant aid from America's Millennium Challenge Co...,Sri Lanka can request to drop land deed reform from Millennium Challenge grant: Official Sri Lanka may request to remove a land deed modernization project using grant aid from America's Millennium Challenge Co...,negative,-0.991229057
Sri Lanka rupee closes below 181 to US dollar in 'flexible exchange rate' policy,9/21/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed below 181 to the US dollar on Friday, despite foreign  investors sales falling, official data s...","Sri Lanka rupee closes below 181 to US dollar in 'flexible exchange rate' policy Sri Lanka's rupee closed below 181 to the US dollar on Friday, despite foreign  investors sales falling, official data s...",negative,-0.996302128
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilt yields ease",9/20/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 181.10/25 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields gained eased, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilt yields ease The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 181.10/25 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields gained eased, dealers said.",negative,-0.988231003
Sri Lanka still needs level playing field for investors: German Ambassador,9/20/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will be able to improve its investment climate through liberalization of freight forwarding and shipping, indu...","Sri Lanka still needs level playing field for investors: German Ambassador Sri Lanka will be able to improve its investment climate through liberalization of freight forwarding and shipping, indu...",positive,0.956715107
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.30-pct lower,9/20/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.30 percent lower on Friday, interim data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.30-pct lower Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.30 percent lower on Friday, interim data showed.",negative,-0.998908877
Bharat Petroleum gains share in Sri Lanka's lubricant market,9/20/2019,Energy,"India's Bharat Petroleum Corporation gained lubricant market share in Sri Lanka in the second quarter of 2019, overtakin...","Bharat Petroleum gains share in Sri Lanka's lubricant market India's Bharat Petroleum Corporation gained lubricant market share in Sri Lanka in the second quarter of 2019, overtakin...",negative,-0.663303792
Sri Lanka can get Millennium Challenge grant: not linked to defence deals: official,9/20/2019,Defence,A 480 million US dollar grant from the Millennium Challenge Corporation was to be signed before defence related agreemen...,Sri Lanka can get Millennium Challenge grant: not linked to defence deals: official A 480 million US dollar grant from the Millennium Challenge Corporation was to be signed before defence related agreemen...,negative,-0.991430581
"Sri Lanka rupee weakens amid excess liquidity, bond yields slightly up",9/20/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker with the spot US dollar quoted wide around 181.00/40 to the US dollar on Friday, while...","Sri Lanka rupee weakens amid excess liquidity, bond yields slightly up The Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker with the spot US dollar quoted wide around 181.00/40 to the US dollar on Friday, while...",negative,-0.998250544
Sri Lanka's Mercantile Shipping to sell ships for Rs1.8bn to repay debt,9/20/2019,Logistics,"Sri Lanka's Mercantile Shipping Company is to sell two cargo ships owned by a subsidiary, Mercantile Emerald Shipping (P...","Sri Lanka's Mercantile Shipping to sell ships for Rs1.8bn to repay debt Sri Lanka's Mercantile Shipping Company is to sell two cargo ships owned by a subsidiary, Mercantile Emerald Shipping (P...",negative,-0.971081376
Asian markets enjoy gains as focus turns back to trade talks,9/20/2019,International news,"Asian markets edged up Friday as investors turn their attention to the China-US trade talks, while keeping an eye on the...","Asian markets enjoy gains as focus turns back to trade talks Asian markets edged up Friday as investors turn their attention to the China-US trade talks, while keeping an eye on the...",positive,0.99563098
Lotus Tower linked China firm had relocated: Sri Lanka envoy,9/20/2019,Fiscal,"Sri Lanka's ambassador to Beijing had said a company linked to a telecom tower project, which President Maithripala Siri...","Lotus Tower linked China firm had relocated: Sri Lanka envoy Sri Lanka's ambassador to Beijing had said a company linked to a telecom tower project, which President Maithripala Siri...",negative,-0.628614604
Sri Lanka cricket tour of Pakistan to proceed with tight security,9/20/2019,Culture, Sri Lanka's will proceed with tour of Pakistan with a promise of tight security afforded to heads of state from Pakista...,Sri Lanka cricket tour of Pakistan to proceed with tight security  Sri Lanka's will proceed with tour of Pakistan with a promise of tight security afforded to heads of state from Pakista...,positive,0.998410702
Sri Lanka's Dananjaya gets one-year bowling ban: ICC,9/20/2019,Culture,Sri Lankan off-spinner Akila Dananjaya was banned from bowling in international matches for a year after his bowling act...,Sri Lanka's Dananjaya gets one-year bowling ban: ICC Sri Lankan off-spinner Akila Dananjaya was banned from bowling in international matches for a year after his bowling act...,negative,-0.995061576
Sri Lanka warned to get ready for 'feminization of ageing',9/20/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is ageing with expanding over-60 population and a greater share of the older persons will be women, experts sa...","Sri Lanka warned to get ready for 'feminization of ageing' Sri Lanka is ageing with expanding over-60 population and a greater share of the older persons will be women, experts sa...",positive,0.687996626
Sri Lanka PM drops presidential bombshell,9/19/2019,Political News,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe stunned the cabinet Thursday when he proposed a rushed constitutional amendment to a...,Sri Lanka PM drops presidential bombshell Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe stunned the cabinet Thursday when he proposed a rushed constitutional amendment to a...,negative,-0.965376616
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields ease",9/19/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 180.95/181.05 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields eased, brokers and de...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields ease The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 180.95/181.05 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields eased, brokers and de...",negative,-0.996182501
Sri Lanka's Sinhaputhra Finance given time to raise capital,9/19/2019,Banking,"Sinhaputhra Finance Plc, non-bank lender in Sri Lanka has been given time to raise capital, the central bank said.","Sri Lanka's Sinhaputhra Finance given time to raise capital Sinhaputhra Finance Plc, non-bank lender in Sri Lanka has been given time to raise capital, the central bank said.",negative,-0.967186391
Sri Lanka's stocks end marginally higher,9/19/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.06 percent higher on Thursday, interim data  showed.","Sri Lanka's stocks end marginally higher ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.06 percent higher on Thursday, interim data  showed.",negative,-0.996994853
Sri Lanka emergency cabinet meeting summoned,9/19/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala has summoned an emergency meeting of the cabinet Thursday Plantations Minister Navin D...,Sri Lanka emergency cabinet meeting summoned Sri Lanka's President Maithripala has summoned an emergency meeting of the cabinet Thursday Plantations Minister Navin D...,positive,0.800747752
Sri Lanka Millennium Challenge Grant to be hotly debated,9/19/2019,Political News, forum on Sri Lanka's program with the Millennium Challenge Corporation will be held on from 6.00 pm with Megapolis Mini...,Sri Lanka Millennium Challenge Grant to be hotly debated  forum on Sri Lanka's program with the Millennium Challenge Corporation will be held on from 6.00 pm with Megapolis Mini...,positive,0.978923738
Sri Lanka plans US$250mn tea-for-debt barter deal with Iran,9/19/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is planning a 250 million US dollar barter deal to revive tea export to Iran and settle a legacy oil credit da...,Sri Lanka plans US$250mn tea-for-debt barter deal with Iran Sri Lanka is planning a 250 million US dollar barter deal to revive tea export to Iran and settle a legacy oil credit da...,negative,-0.974976599
"Sri Lanka TKS Finance licence cancelled, liquidation to recover deposits",9/19/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank has cancelled the licence of TKS Finance Limited with insured depositors to be compensated up t...,"Sri Lanka TKS Finance licence cancelled, liquidation to recover deposits Sri Lanka's central bank has cancelled the licence of TKS Finance Limited with insured depositors to be compensated up t...",negative,-0.998742282
"Dubai-based Mena Energy wins Sri Lanka, diesel, jet fuel deals",9/19/2019,Energy,"Dubai-based Mena Energy DMCC, has won term contracts to supply diesel and jet fuel to state-run Sri Lanka Petroleum Corp...","Dubai-based Mena Energy wins Sri Lanka, diesel, jet fuel deals Dubai-based Mena Energy DMCC, has won term contracts to supply diesel and jet fuel to state-run Sri Lanka Petroleum Corp...",positive,0.996487617
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields steady",9/19/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 180.95/181.00 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields remained the same and...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields steady The Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 180.95/181.00 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields remained the same and...",negative,-0.983919561
Indian firms eye Sri Lanka projects using buyer’s credit,9/19/2019,Business,Indian companies want to invest in Sri Lanka using buyer’s credit facilities from Indian Exim Bank where Sri Lankan fi...,Indian firms eye Sri Lanka projects using buyer’s credit Indian companies want to invest in Sri Lanka using buyer’s credit facilities from Indian Exim Bank where Sri Lankan fi...,negative,-0.982648849
Sri Lanka GDP growth 1.6-pct in 2019 second quarter,9/19/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's gross domestic product expanded 1.6 percent in the second quarter, from a year earlier, in the wake of a cur...","Sri Lanka GDP growth 1.6-pct in 2019 second quarter Sri Lanka's gross domestic product expanded 1.6 percent in the second quarter, from a year earlier, in the wake of a cur...",positive,0.99455595
Sri Lanka presidential elections called,9/18/2019,Uncategorized," Sri Lank's elections commission has sent a gazette notice calling  Presidential elections to be printed tonight, the st...","Sri Lanka presidential elections called  Sri Lank's elections commission has sent a gazette notice calling  Presidential elections to be printed tonight, the st...",negative,-0.986042976
"Sri Lanka govt performance audit, action tracker mooted by Ceylon Chamber",9/18/2019,Economy,The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has proposed an action tracker for all Sri Lanka government initiatives and mandatory per...,"Sri Lanka govt performance audit, action tracker mooted by Ceylon Chamber The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has proposed an action tracker for all Sri Lanka government initiatives and mandatory per...",negative,-0.930370152
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields down",9/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 180.70/80 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields eased, brokers and deale...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields down The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 180.70/80 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields eased, brokers and deale...",negative,-0.995185673
"Sri Lanka stocks close lower, crossings dominate trade",9/18/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.06 percent lower on Wednesday, with crossings (negotiated trades) dominating activity, provisi...","Sri Lanka stocks close lower, crossings dominate trade Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.06 percent lower on Wednesday, with crossings (negotiated trades) dominating activity, provisi...",negative,-0.996801853
Sri Lanka Industry activity continues growth in July,9/18/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka’s industrial activity grew 2.1 percent in July 2019 from a year earlier, with a growth in manufacture of pap...","Sri Lanka Industry activity continues growth in July Sri Lanka’s industrial activity grew 2.1 percent in July 2019 from a year earlier, with a growth in manufacture of pap...",positive,0.999232173
Sri Lanka 01-yr Treasury Bill yield up 05bp to 8.41-pct,9/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill yield rose five basis points to 8.41 percent at Wednesday’s auction with bids for ...,Sri Lanka 01-yr Treasury Bill yield up 05bp to 8.41-pct Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill yield rose five basis points to 8.41 percent at Wednesday’s auction with bids for ...,negative,-0.929671168
Colombo Dockyard gets third pilot launch order from Sri Lanka port,9/18/2019,Business,"State-run Sri Lanka Port Authority is to award a deal to build a pilot vessel to Colombo Dockyard Plc, a Colobo publicly...","Colombo Dockyard gets third pilot launch order from Sri Lanka port State-run Sri Lanka Port Authority is to award a deal to build a pilot vessel to Colombo Dockyard Plc, a Colobo publicly...",negative,-0.955249429
Sri Lanka to give subsidies to develop domestic air routes,9/18/2019,Aviation, Sri Lanka's tourist promotion office will give subsidies to domestic airlines that operate scheduled services to select...,Sri Lanka to give subsidies to develop domestic air routes  Sri Lanka's tourist promotion office will give subsidies to domestic airlines that operate scheduled services to select...,negative,-0.853541732
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields ease marginally",9/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 180.65/75 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields eased slightly and the s...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields ease marginally The Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 180.65/75 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields eased slightly and the s...",negative,-0.99187547
Central bank money printing main cause of Sri Lanka’s economic instability: Mangala,9/18/2019,Economy,The new monetary law which is to be presented to parliament next month will ensure de-politicization and independence of...,Central bank money printing main cause of Sri Lanka’s economic instability: Mangala The new monetary law which is to be presented to parliament next month will ensure de-politicization and independence of...,positive,0.853568971
"Oil prices fall back, markets await Fed decision",9/18/2019,International news,"Oil prices sank more than five percent on Tuesday, reversing some of the previous day's gains as analysts predicted Saud...","Oil prices fall back, markets await Fed decision Oil prices sank more than five percent on Tuesday, reversing some of the previous day's gains as analysts predicted Saud...",negative,-0.999424338
Sri Lanka projects 0.5mn tonne rice surplus in 2019,9/18/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka is projecting a 535,000 metric tonne rice surplus for 2019, after two seasons of good harvests, though the isl...","Sri Lanka projects 0.5mn tonne rice surplus in 2019 Sri Lanka is projecting a 535,000 metric tonne rice surplus for 2019, after two seasons of good harvests, though the isl...",negative,-0.99110049
Sri Lanka to call for expressions of interest to revive The Finance Company,9/17/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka’s central bank has decided to call for expressions of interest to find potential investors to revive the fai...,Sri Lanka to call for expressions of interest to revive The Finance Company Sri Lanka’s central bank has decided to call for expressions of interest to find potential investors to revive the fai...,negative,-0.83330828
Sri Lanka's NDB Bank eyes private placement to boost capital,9/17/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's NDB Bank Plc is planning a private placement of shares among foreign and domestic investors to raise capital...,Sri Lanka's NDB Bank eyes private placement to boost capital Sri Lanka's NDB Bank Plc is planning a private placement of shares among foreign and domestic investors to raise capital...,positive,0.581539094
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields stable",9/17/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 180.55/70 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields remained unchanged, broker...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields stable The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 180.55/70 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields remained unchanged, broker...",negative,-0.99666518
"Sri Lanka’s construction material higher than region, need depoliticized tax policy: Mangala",9/17/2019,Business,Cement prices in Sri Lanka are higher than in more develop markets and in south Asian countries with border tax policy n...,"Sri Lanka’s construction material higher than region, need depoliticized tax policy: Mangala Cement prices in Sri Lanka are higher than in more develop markets and in south Asian countries with border tax policy n...",negative,-0.524360955
Sri Lanka banks vulnerable to property market downturn: Fitch,9/17/2019,Banking,Sri Lankan banks are vulnerable to a property market downturn given increased lending to the sector and a weak ability t...,Sri Lanka banks vulnerable to property market downturn: Fitch Sri Lankan banks are vulnerable to a property market downturn given increased lending to the sector and a weak ability t...,negative,-0.993858159
Sri Lanka risks higher fuel costs from Saudi attack,9/17/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka could face higher oil import costs if elevated prices from a drone attack on a Saudi oil facility persists, th...","Sri Lanka risks higher fuel costs from Saudi attack Sri Lanka could face higher oil import costs if elevated prices from a drone attack on a Saudi oil facility persists, th...",negative,-0.998304367
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields flat",9/17/2019,Markets,Sri Lankan stocks opened weaker Tuesday with the benchmark index dragged down mainly by a sharp fall in the share price ...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields flat Sri Lankan stocks opened weaker Tuesday with the benchmark index dragged down mainly by a sharp fall in the share price ...",negative,-0.99971503
Sajith calls for vote to decide UNP candidacy for Sri Lanka poll,9/17/2019,Political News,United National Party Deputy Leader Sajith Premadasa has called for an immediate meeting of the party's working committe...,Sajith calls for vote to decide UNP candidacy for Sri Lanka poll United National Party Deputy Leader Sajith Premadasa has called for an immediate meeting of the party's working committe...,negative,-0.623765409
"Oil holds most huge gains after Saudi attack, Fed moves into view",9/17/2019,Uncategorized,Oil prices dipped Tuesday but held most of the previous day's record gains following an attack on Saudi facilities that ...,"Oil holds most huge gains after Saudi attack, Fed moves into view Oil prices dipped Tuesday but held most of the previous day's record gains following an attack on Saudi facilities that ...",positive,0.62864399
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilt yields flat",9/16/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 180.48/55 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields remained unchanged, brokers...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilt yields flat The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 180.48/55 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields remained unchanged, brokers...",negative,-0.99816823
China firm vanishes with billions in Sri Lanka Lotus Tower scam,9/16/2019,Economy, Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena had bared a scam running into billions of rupees in building a massive tower...,China firm vanishes with billions in Sri Lanka Lotus Tower scam  Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena had bared a scam running into billions of rupees in building a massive tower...,negative,-0.999242663
Sri Lanka's stocks close 0.04-pct higher on Melstacorp,9/16/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.04 percent higher on Monday, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka's stocks close 0.04-pct higher on Melstacorp Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.04 percent higher on Monday, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.995493174
Oil prices rocket on slashed Saudi output,9/16/2019,Energy,Brent crude surged by 20 percent Monday -- the biggest gain since the 1991 Gulf War -- after weekend drone attacks on tw...,Oil prices rocket on slashed Saudi output Brent crude surged by 20 percent Monday -- the biggest gain since the 1991 Gulf War -- after weekend drone attacks on tw...,negative,-0.943682849
Sri Lanka coconut auction sales volume down,9/16/2019,Agriculture,"Volumes sold at Sri Lanka's weekly coconut auction in Colombo fell to 591,003 nuts at the auction on September 12 in Col...","Sri Lanka coconut auction sales volume down Volumes sold at Sri Lanka's weekly coconut auction in Colombo fell to 591,003 nuts at the auction on September 12 in Col...",negative,-0.99926573
China-run Hambantota port in Sri Lanka links with Thailand's Ranong,9/16/2019,Logistics,Sri Lanka's China managed Hambantota Port has inked a deal with Thailand's Ranong port with a view to developing shippin...,China-run Hambantota port in Sri Lanka links with Thailand's Ranong Sri Lanka's China managed Hambantota Port has inked a deal with Thailand's Ranong port with a view to developing shippin...,positive,0.939625382
"Sri Lanka rupee opens marginally weaker, gilt yields flat",9/16/2019,Uncategorized,"The Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 180.35/45 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were flat and stocks opened...","Sri Lanka rupee opens marginally weaker, gilt yields flat The Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 180.35/45 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were flat and stocks opened...",negative,-0.998303652
"Sajith, Karu promoted by sections of Sri Lanka's UNF alliance",9/16/2019,Political News,Sri Lana's United National Party may hold a working committee vote to select a candidate while sections of broad United ...,"Sajith, Karu promoted by sections of Sri Lanka's UNF alliance Sri Lana's United National Party may hold a working committee vote to select a candidate while sections of broad United ...",negative,-0.958795369
"Oil prices surge after Saudi attacks, US to release stocks says Trump",9/16/2019,Uncategorized,Oil prices have surged Monday after weekend attacks on a Saudi  oil facility and President Trum said he was ready to rel...,"Oil prices surge after Saudi attacks, US to release stocks says Trump Oil prices have surged Monday after weekend attacks on a Saudi  oil facility and President Trum said he was ready to rel...",negative,-0.983724833
Sri Lanka sells US$76mn in August after liquidity injections,9/16/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's has sold 76.4 million dollars to defend a soft-dollar peg, which shortly ater tens of billions of printed mo...","Sri Lanka sells US$76mn in August after liquidity injections Sri Lanka's has sold 76.4 million dollars to defend a soft-dollar peg, which shortly ater tens of billions of printed mo...",negative,-0.996255994
Sri Lanka probes new alcohol licenses,9/15/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka's Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera has ordered a probe on alcohol sales license issued in 2017 and 2018, w...","Sri Lanka probes new alcohol licenses Sri Lanka's Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera has ordered a probe on alcohol sales license issued in 2017 and 2018, w...",negative,-0.98426187
Generation healthy: alcoholic seltzer craze sweeps US,9/15/2019,Uncategorized,Health-conscious American millennials have found their drink of choice: alcoholic carbonated water that is lower in calo...,Generation healthy: alcoholic seltzer craze sweeps US Health-conscious American millennials have found their drink of choice: alcoholic carbonated water that is lower in calo...,negative,-0.94564867
Sri Lanka to recruit more tax-payer paid doctors,9/15/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's tax-payer funded health service is running below the optimal level of doctors required and more will be recr...,Sri Lanka to recruit more tax-payer paid doctors Sri Lanka's tax-payer funded health service is running below the optimal level of doctors required and more will be recr...,negative,-0.998900056
Sri Lanka gets applications for two casino licenses,9/15/2019,Business,"Two parties have applied to open income tax files for casinos in Sri Lanka but no licenses can be issued to them, after ...","Sri Lanka gets applications for two casino licenses Two parties have applied to open income tax files for casinos in Sri Lanka but no licenses can be issued to them, after ...",negative,-0.993446529
Yemeni rebel drones spark fires at two Saudi Aramco oil facilities,9/14/2019,International news,"Drone attacks sparked fires at two Saudi Aramco oil facilities on Saturday, the interior ministry said, the latest such ...","Yemeni rebel drones spark fires at two Saudi Aramco oil facilities Drone attacks sparked fires at two Saudi Aramco oil facilities on Saturday, the interior ministry said, the latest such ...",negative,-0.982333004
Sri Lanka rough rice forecast for Yala 2019 bumped up to 1.54mn tonnes,9/14/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka has raised a paddy (rough rice) output from both cultivation seasons in 2019 to 4.613 million metric tonnes up...,Sri Lanka rough rice forecast for Yala 2019 bumped up to 1.54mn tonnes Sri Lanka has raised a paddy (rough rice) output from both cultivation seasons in 2019 to 4.613 million metric tonnes up...,negative,-0.982107699
Pakistan retain Ahmed as skipper for Sri Lanka series,9/14/2019,Culture,Pakistan on Friday retained Sarfaraz Ahmed as skipper for the upcoming limited-overs series against Sri Lanka despite a ...,Pakistan retain Ahmed as skipper for Sri Lanka series Pakistan on Friday retained Sarfaraz Ahmed as skipper for the upcoming limited-overs series against Sri Lanka despite a ...,positive,0.965360165
Sri Lanka's SOS Village youth have high employability,9/14/2019,Business,"Children who grow up and leave the care of SOS Children's Villages have high employability, with the charity giving them...","Sri Lanka's SOS Village youth have high employability Children who grow up and leave the care of SOS Children's Villages have high employability, with the charity giving them...",positive,0.998469532
Sri Lanka students allowed to work in new UK immigration route,9/13/2019,Business,UK has launched new visa for students from Sri Lanka and other territories to remain in Britain two years after graduati...,Sri Lanka students allowed to work in new UK immigration route UK has launched new visa for students from Sri Lanka and other territories to remain in Britain two years after graduati...,negative,-0.634745955
'Rebel' Saudi women shun obligatory abaya robe,9/13/2019,Culture,"London Fashion Week gets under way on Friday, launching spring/summer 2020 collections set to come out after Brexit -- a...","'Rebel' Saudi women shun obligatory abaya robe London Fashion Week gets under way on Friday, launching spring/summer 2020 collections set to come out after Brexit -- a...",positive,0.961468279
Asian markets boosted by fresh trade hopes and ECB easing,9/13/2019,International news,Equities rose in Asian trade Friday after the European Central Bank unveiled a fresh round of economic stimulus and anot...,Asian markets boosted by fresh trade hopes and ECB easing Equities rose in Asian trade Friday after the European Central Bank unveiled a fresh round of economic stimulus and anot...,positive,0.998437703
Sri Lanka caught in 'fatal conceit' of swinging away from markets,9/13/2019,Economy,Deciding prices by an omniscient bureaucratic committee is a 'fatal conceit' that has taken countries away from markets ...,Sri Lanka caught in 'fatal conceit' of swinging away from markets Deciding prices by an omniscient bureaucratic committee is a 'fatal conceit' that has taken countries away from markets ...,negative,-0.993706286
"Sri Lanka rupee ends slightly weaker, gilt yields flat",9/12/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee closed slightly firmer at 180.35/45 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields held the same ra...","Sri Lanka rupee ends slightly weaker, gilt yields flat The Sri Lanka rupee closed slightly firmer at 180.35/45 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields held the same ra...",negative,-0.998846054
Japan grants Rs1.6bn to boost Sri Lanka airport security,9/12/2019,Economy, Japan has given a 1 billion yen grant (1.6 billion rupees) to buy equipment to boost airport security and police work i...,Japan grants Rs1.6bn to boost Sri Lanka airport security  Japan has given a 1 billion yen grant (1.6 billion rupees) to buy equipment to boost airport security and police work i...,negative,-0.857686698
Millennium Housing  to build 400 houses in three locations in Sri Lanka,9/12/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's Millennium Housing Developers Plc said it was planning  400 houses in three locations as there was unfulfill...,Millennium Housing  to build 400 houses in three locations in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka's Millennium Housing Developers Plc said it was planning  400 houses in three locations as there was unfulfill...,negative,-0.998624325
"Sri Lanka, Pakistan face external risks amid US, China trade war: Moody's",9/12/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka and Pakistan are among Asian countries that face the highest risks of rising debt costs and depreciation as gl...,"Sri Lanka, Pakistan face external risks amid US, China trade war: Moody's Sri Lanka and Pakistan are among Asian countries that face the highest risks of rising debt costs and depreciation as gl...",negative,-0.927609146
"Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly stronger, bond yields stable",9/12/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee opened slightly firmer at 180.25/35 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields held the same ra...","Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly stronger, bond yields stable The Sri Lanka rupee opened slightly firmer at 180.25/35 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields held the same ra...",positive,0.812095642
Sri Lanka says it has received terror warnings ahead of Pakistan tour,9/12/2019,Culture,Sri Lanka's cricket board said Wednesday it had received warnings its national team could be the target of a terror atta...,Sri Lanka says it has received terror warnings ahead of Pakistan tour Sri Lanka's cricket board said Wednesday it had received warnings its national team could be the target of a terror atta...,negative,-0.99537009
Sri Lanka squandered chance to reform and grow: Razeen Sally,9/12/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has thrown away a once in a lifetime opportunity to reform the economy and grow that opened up in 2015, and is...","Sri Lanka squandered chance to reform and grow: Razeen Sally Sri Lanka has thrown away a once in a lifetime opportunity to reform the economy and grow that opened up in 2015, and is...",negative,-0.998041868
"Trump offers delay in tariff hike, responding to Chinese gesture",9/12/2019,International news,"After an apparent conciliatory move by China, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday made one of his own, announcing tha...","Trump offers delay in tariff hike, responding to Chinese gesture After an apparent conciliatory move by China, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday made one of his own, announcing tha...",negative,-0.978689373
Sri Lanka is a flexible inflation targeting country now: CB Governor,9/12/2019,Economy," Sri Lanka is has 'pretty much' completed a transition to a flexible inflation targeting regime, Central Bank Governor I...","Sri Lanka is a flexible inflation targeting country now: CB Governor  Sri Lanka is has 'pretty much' completed a transition to a flexible inflation targeting regime, Central Bank Governor I...",positive,0.972355962
Safran Singapore wins Sri Lanka Airbus landing gear contract,9/11/2019,Business, Safran Landing Systems Services Singapore has won a deal to repair landing gear of Airbus A330-220 aircraft  operated b...,Safran Singapore wins Sri Lanka Airbus landing gear contract  Safran Landing Systems Services Singapore has won a deal to repair landing gear of Airbus A330-220 aircraft  operated b...,positive,0.977692187
Sri Lanka stocks close lower with selling in banks,9/11/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.03 percent lower on Wednesday with selling interest in banking and finance firms, provisional ...","Sri Lanka stocks close lower with selling in banks Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.03 percent lower on Wednesday with selling interest in banking and finance firms, provisional ...",negative,-0.99912113
Hatton National Bank 'AA(lka)' Sri Lanka rating confirmed by Fitch,9/11/2019,Banking,Fitch Ratings has confirmed the 'AA(lka)' rating of Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank  saying it had adequate capital but...,Hatton National Bank 'AA(lka)' Sri Lanka rating confirmed by Fitch Fitch Ratings has confirmed the 'AA(lka)' rating of Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank  saying it had adequate capital but...,negative,-0.972507
Commercial Bank of Ceylon 'AA(lka)' Sri Lanka rating confirmed by Fitch,9/11/2019,Banking,"Commercial Bank of Ceylon's 'AA(lka)' rating has been confirmed with a stable outlook, Fitch Rating said, though tough o...","Commercial Bank of Ceylon 'AA(lka)' Sri Lanka rating confirmed by Fitch Commercial Bank of Ceylon's 'AA(lka)' rating has been confirmed with a stable outlook, Fitch Rating said, though tough o...",positive,0.998445928
Sri Lanka state teaching hospital to offer services for fees and free,9/11/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had given clearance for a newly acquired former private hospital to offer fee based and...,Sri Lanka state teaching hospital to offer services for fees and free Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had given clearance for a newly acquired former private hospital to offer fee based and...,negative,-0.980500102
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields slightly up",9/11/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 180.40/45 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields were slightly up in a du...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields slightly up The Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 180.40/45 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields were slightly up in a du...",negative,-0.994540036
Seylan Bank's 'A-(lka)' Sri Lanka rating confirmed ahead of capital raising,9/11/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank Plc, rating of 'A-(lka)' has been confirmed by Fitch with a stable outlook ahead of a capital ra...","Seylan Bank's 'A-(lka)' Sri Lanka rating confirmed ahead of capital raising Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank Plc, rating of 'A-(lka)' has been confirmed by Fitch with a stable outlook ahead of a capital ra...",positive,0.998822987
"Pound resilient as Brexit plot thickens, oil down",9/11/2019,Uncategorized,The pound strengthened against both the dollar and the euro on Tuesday as investors took heart from legislation blocking...,"Pound resilient as Brexit plot thickens, oil down The pound strengthened against both the dollar and the euro on Tuesday as investors took heart from legislation blocking...",positive,0.638821781
Arugam Bay World Surf League event shows Sri Lanka a safe destination: Officials,9/11/2019,Business,Sri Lanka will host a men's qualifying series competition of the World Surf League at Arugam Bay with over a 125 surfers...,Arugam Bay World Surf League event shows Sri Lanka a safe destination: Officials Sri Lanka will host a men's qualifying series competition of the World Surf League at Arugam Bay with over a 125 surfers...,positive,0.999266207
Sri Lanka UNP candidate decision in a few days: Sajith,9/11/2019,Political News,A decision on a presidential candidate of the United National Party will be made in the 'next few days'  aspirant Sajith...,Sri Lanka UNP candidate decision in a few days: Sajith A decision on a presidential candidate of the United National Party will be made in the 'next few days'  aspirant Sajith...,negative,-0.883997142
"Sri Lanka cuts petrol to Rs136 a litre, diesel unchanged",9/10/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka will cut the price of 92 octane petrol by 2 rupees to 136 rupees a litre but keep the cheaper diesel fuel unch...,"Sri Lanka cuts petrol to Rs136 a litre, diesel unchanged Sri Lanka will cut the price of 92 octane petrol by 2 rupees to 136 rupees a litre but keep the cheaper diesel fuel unch...",negative,-0.988073766
The state of Britain's economy as Brexit looms,9/10/2019,International news,"British unemployment has hit a 45-year low, official data showed Tuesday, but the economy still risks falling into a dee...","The state of Britain's economy as Brexit looms British unemployment has hit a 45-year low, official data showed Tuesday, but the economy still risks falling into a dee...",negative,-0.99898845
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields edge up",9/10/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 180.35/45 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields gained, brokers and deal...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields edge up The Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 180.35/45 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields gained, brokers and deal...",negative,-0.840135455
Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill yield up 03bp to 8.36-pct,9/10/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill yield rose 03 basis points to 8.36 percent at Tuesday’s auction, data from the deb...","Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill yield up 03bp to 8.36-pct Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill yield rose 03 basis points to 8.36 percent at Tuesday’s auction, data from the deb...",negative,-0.943496644
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.10-pct up in volatile trade,9/10/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks ended 0.10 percent higher Tuesday, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.10-pct up in volatile trade Sri Lanka's stocks ended 0.10 percent higher Tuesday, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.991201162
President took control of Rupavahini to save it from Ruwan- Dayasiri,9/10/2019,Politics,General Secretary of Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) Dayasiri Jayasekara said that President Maithripala Sirisena decided...,President took control of Rupavahini to save it from Ruwan- Dayasiri General Secretary of Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) Dayasiri Jayasekara said that President Maithripala Sirisena decided...,negative,-0.899430513
"Sri Lanka constitutional crisis strengthened democracy, investor confidence",9/10/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka’s constitutional crisis last year demonstrated the people’s commitment to democracy and bolstered investor...,"Sri Lanka constitutional crisis strengthened democracy, investor confidence Sri Lanka’s constitutional crisis last year demonstrated the people’s commitment to democracy and bolstered investor...",positive,0.99971503
Transparency International complains against Sajith and 7 Ministers,9/10/2019,Law and Order,TISL filed complaint at the Bribery Commission this morning against Minister Sajith Premadasa and seven other Cabinet Mi...,Transparency International complains against Sajith and 7 Ministers TISL filed complaint at the Bribery Commission this morning against Minister Sajith Premadasa and seven other Cabinet Mi...,negative,-0.987150311
"Sri Lanka expects 150,000 visitors in September",9/10/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka is expecting 150,000 visitors in September 2019, around the same level as last year Sri Lanka Tourism Bureau c...","Sri Lanka expects 150,000 visitors in September Sri Lanka is expecting 150,000 visitors in September 2019, around the same level as last year Sri Lanka Tourism Bureau c...",negative,-0.682781339
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields edge up",9/10/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee opened stronger at 180.40/45 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields were slightly up in a du...","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields edge up The Sri Lanka rupee opened stronger at 180.40/45 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields were slightly up in a du...",negative,-0.841948032
Making the best use of Sri  Lanka's strategic location,9/10/2019,Opinion,The challenge to Sri Lanka is how to maximize the benefit to itself from the competition between global powers in the In...,Making the best use of Sri  Lanka's strategic location The challenge to Sri Lanka is how to maximize the benefit to itself from the competition between global powers in the In...,positive,0.999230146
Enterprise Sri Lanka in Jaffna draw large crowds,9/10/2019,Business,"An exhibition to promote entrepreneurs has drawn over 300,000 visitors and there was strong interest in loans to mechani...","Enterprise Sri Lanka in Jaffna draw large crowds An exhibition to promote entrepreneurs has drawn over 300,000 visitors and there was strong interest in loans to mechani...",positive,0.996801496
Oil prices gain as Saudi minister backs output cuts; global stocks mixed,9/10/2019,Uncategorized," Global stock markets were mixed on Monday ahead of key US economic data and a European Central Bank meeting, while crud...","Oil prices gain as Saudi minister backs output cuts; global stocks mixed  Global stock markets were mixed on Monday ahead of key US economic data and a European Central Bank meeting, while crud...",negative,-0.988732576
"Fitch downgrades US, China, Eurozone growth over Trump protectionism",9/10/2019,Economy,"Fitch Ratings has downgraded growth for the US, China and Eurozone as nationalist US President Donald Trump push up impo...","Fitch downgrades US, China, Eurozone growth over Trump protectionism Fitch Ratings has downgraded growth for the US, China and Eurozone as nationalist US President Donald Trump push up impo...",negative,-0.99893111
Parliament deals nationalist British PM Brexit blow before suspension,9/10/2019,International news,British MPs rejected a second attempt by Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Tuesday to call an early election to break the ...,Parliament deals nationalist British PM Brexit blow before suspension British MPs rejected a second attempt by Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Tuesday to call an early election to break the ...,negative,-0.981692314
"Sri Lanka defence ministry to boost entertainment, national security with TV station",9/10/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has taken a state television station into the defence ministry, giving it the...","Sri Lanka defence ministry to boost entertainment, national security with TV station Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has taken a state television station into the defence ministry, giving it the...",positive,0.977926314
Defence Ministry takes over Rupavahini - updated,9/9/2019,Politics,The state-run Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation was brought under the purview of the Ministry of Defence today.,Defence Ministry takes over Rupavahini - updated The state-run Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation was brought under the purview of the Ministry of Defence today.,negative,-0.905471146
"Appointment of 4,286 teachers violates recruitment procedures – Ceylon Teachers’ Union",9/9/2019,Education,The Ceylon Teachers’ Union said today (09) that an allegedly improper appointment of National Education College (NEC) ...,"Appointment of 4,286 teachers violates recruitment procedures – Ceylon Teachers’ Union The Ceylon Teachers’ Union said today (09) that an allegedly improper appointment of National Education College (NEC) ...",negative,-0.99846977
"Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger, gilt yields flat",9/9/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 180.50/60 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond were flat in a dull market, deal...","Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger, gilt yields flat The Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 180.50/60 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond were flat in a dull market, deal...",negative,-0.996237636
No 1 and 2 must work together for UNP to win - Navin,9/9/2019,Uncategorized,"Minister of Plantation Industries Navin Dissanayake said that, if the party is to win the upcoming presidential election...","No 1 and 2 must work together for UNP to win - Navin Minister of Plantation Industries Navin Dissanayake said that, if the party is to win the upcoming presidential election...",negative,-0.813446939
"Sri Lanka rupee to Indonesia's Rupiah, the consequences of state failure",9/9/2019,Economy,In 2019 Sri Lanka is suffering an output shock and credit contraction after a steep currency collapse from operating a '...,"Sri Lanka rupee to Indonesia's Rupiah, the consequences of state failure In 2019 Sri Lanka is suffering an output shock and credit contraction after a steep currency collapse from operating a '...",negative,-0.99946028
Sri Lanka stocks close higher amid volatility,9/9/2019,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.31 percent higher on Monday amid volatility with index-heavy John Keells Holdings pushing the ...,Sri Lanka stocks close higher amid volatility Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.31 percent higher on Monday amid volatility with index-heavy John Keells Holdings pushing the ...,negative,-0.97976619
Japanese packaging firm to set up plant in Sri Lanka,9/9/2019,Business,"Japan’s Sugano Packing Materials Co., Ltd., is to set up a plant in Sri Lanka to make flexible packaging that will be ...","Japanese packaging firm to set up plant in Sri Lanka Japan’s Sugano Packing Materials Co., Ltd., is to set up a plant in Sri Lanka to make flexible packaging that will be ...",positive,0.99680835
90% of vocational training courses free of charge – Deputy Minister,9/9/2019,Education,"Some 90 per cent of vocational training courses are conducted free of charge at present, Vocational Training Deputy Mini...","90% of vocational training courses free of charge – Deputy Minister Some 90 per cent of vocational training courses are conducted free of charge at present, Vocational Training Deputy Mini...",positive,0.611131549
"2,400 admin workers on sick leave tomorrow",9/9/2019,Economy,"Some 2,400 administrative workers affiliated with the SLAS will go on sick leave tomorrow, demanding a permanent solutio...","2,400 admin workers on sick leave tomorrow Some 2,400 administrative workers affiliated with the SLAS will go on sick leave tomorrow, demanding a permanent solutio...",negative,-0.997163594
No weakening of state intelligence - Colonne,9/9/2019,Uncategorized,Former intelligence bigwig Dr. Ajith Colonne yesterday rejected claims of state intelligence being weakened due to the p...,No weakening of state intelligence - Colonne Former intelligence bigwig Dr. Ajith Colonne yesterday rejected claims of state intelligence being weakened due to the p...,negative,-0.768859744
"Improved ports, airports help Sri Lanka better use trade deals",9/9/2019,Logistics,Improving transportation and logistics infrastructure will help Sri Lanka better use existing and planned free trade agr...,"Improved ports, airports help Sri Lanka better use trade deals Improving transportation and logistics infrastructure will help Sri Lanka better use existing and planned free trade agr...",positive,0.934632719
Ravi Wijeratne offers to buy Sri Lanka's MTD Walkers,9/9/2019,Markets,"MTD Walkers Plc, a troubled construction group said Colombo-based businessman Ravi Wjeratne had made an offer to buy out...","Ravi Wijeratne offers to buy Sri Lanka's MTD Walkers MTD Walkers Plc, a troubled construction group said Colombo-based businessman Ravi Wjeratne had made an offer to buy out...",negative,-0.97660315
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields flat",9/9/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee opened stronger at 180.50/60 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields remained flat and stocks ...","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields flat The Sri Lanka rupee opened stronger at 180.50/60 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields remained flat and stocks ...",negative,-0.993188262
Sri Lanka's Dialog says Axiata-Telenor merger off,9/9/2019,ICT,Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata said a planned merger of its parent with Telenor has been called off.,Sri Lanka's Dialog says Axiata-Telenor merger off Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata said a planned merger of its parent with Telenor has been called off.,negative,-0.999188602
Two drown in Galkiriyagama canal,9/9/2019,Uncategorized,"Two men bathing in a canal in Galkiriyagama drowned yesterday afternoon (08), the Police Media Division (PMD) said.","Two drown in Galkiriyagama canal Two men bathing in a canal in Galkiriyagama drowned yesterday afternoon (08), the Police Media Division (PMD) said.",negative,-0.992082357
Sri Lanka approves hotels with investments of US$23.3mn in June,9/9/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's tourism regulator has approved 16 new hotel projects worth 23.30 million US dollars in the second quarter of...,Sri Lanka approves hotels with investments of US$23.3mn in June Sri Lanka's tourism regulator has approved 16 new hotel projects worth 23.30 million US dollars in the second quarter of...,positive,0.989093065
Sri Lanka rupee bond sales by foreign investors ease,9/9/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sales of Sri Lanka rupee bonds by foreign investors had eased in the week to September 04, with barely 500 million rupee...","Sri Lanka rupee bond sales by foreign investors ease Sales of Sri Lanka rupee bonds by foreign investors had eased in the week to September 04, with barely 500 million rupee...",negative,-0.9910568
Tokyo's Nikkei index slips at open,9/9/2019,International news,Tokyo's key Nikkei index opened lower on Monday as investors digested weaker-than-expected US jobs data.,Tokyo's Nikkei index slips at open Tokyo's key Nikkei index opened lower on Monday as investors digested weaker-than-expected US jobs data.,negative,-0.999666333
Sri Lanka forex reserves up US$185mn in August,9/9/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka's forex reserves grew 185 million US dollars in the month of the August 2019 to 8,532.6 million US dollars, of...","Sri Lanka forex reserves up US$185mn in August Sri Lanka's forex reserves grew 185 million US dollars in the month of the August 2019 to 8,532.6 million US dollars, of...",positive,0.64335537
Softlogic Life wins top award at Sri Lanka's Effies 2019,9/8/2019,Finance," Softlogic Life Insurance Plc, has won the gold award for 'brand of the year' at the 2019 Effie Advertising awards in Sr...","Softlogic Life wins top award at Sri Lanka's Effies 2019  Softlogic Life Insurance Plc, has won the gold award for 'brand of the year' at the 2019 Effie Advertising awards in Sr...",positive,0.998149991
"Sri Lanka private credit negative in July, government borrowings up",9/8/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's bank credit to private sector was a negative 3.3 billion rupees in July 2019, sharply down from a 63 billion...","Sri Lanka private credit negative in July, government borrowings up Sri Lanka's bank credit to private sector was a negative 3.3 billion rupees in July 2019, sharply down from a 63 billion...",negative,-0.999328256
OPEC kingpin Saudi Arabia replaces energy minister,9/8/2019,International news,"Saudi Arabia's King Salman named his son as energy minister after veteran official Khalid al-Falih was sacked, state med...","OPEC kingpin Saudi Arabia replaces energy minister Saudi Arabia's King Salman named his son as energy minister after veteran official Khalid al-Falih was sacked, state med...",negative,-0.981106162
Sri Lanka blames high interest rates on 'structural issues',9/8/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka has blamed 'structural issues' for high interest rates in the country, as large volumes of money was printed t...","Sri Lanka blames high interest rates on 'structural issues' Sri Lanka has blamed 'structural issues' for high interest rates in the country, as large volumes of money was printed t...",negative,-0.996917605
Sri Lanka IFAD-backed program to give low interest loans to farmers,9/7/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's Sanasa Development Bank Plc., has joined a program backed by a UN agency that seeks to transform subsistence...","Sri Lanka IFAD-backed program to give low interest loans to farmers Sri Lanka's Sanasa Development Bank Plc., has joined a program backed by a UN agency that seeks to transform subsistence...",negative,-0.967216849
Sri Lanka PM in talks with deputy over candidacy,9/7/2019,Political News,United National Party leader and Prime Minister  Ranil Wickremesinghe is to hold crucial talks with his deputy Sajith Pr...,Sri Lanka PM in talks with deputy over candidacy United National Party leader and Prime Minister  Ranil Wickremesinghe is to hold crucial talks with his deputy Sajith Pr...,positive,0.993386209
Sri Lanka seeks managers for Yen60bn Samurai bond,9/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has called proposals from investment banks to manage a 60 billion yen 10-year Samurai bond.,Sri Lanka seeks managers for Yen60bn Samurai bond Sri Lanka has called proposals from investment banks to manage a 60 billion yen 10-year Samurai bond.,negative,-0.976445138
Malinga takes four wickets in four balls as Sri Lanka claim consolation win,9/6/2019,Uncategorized, Lasith Malinga claimed four wickets in four balls for the second time in his career to lead Sri Lanka to a 37-run conso...,Malinga takes four wickets in four balls as Sri Lanka claim consolation win  Lasith Malinga claimed four wickets in four balls for the second time in his career to lead Sri Lanka to a 37-run conso...,positive,0.995000005
Sri Lanka's Malinga first T20 bowler to claim 100 wickets,9/6/2019,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka's Lasith Malinga Friday wreaked havoc after becoming the first bowler in Twenty20 internationals to claim 100 ...,Sri Lanka's Malinga first T20 bowler to claim 100 wickets Sri Lanka's Lasith Malinga Friday wreaked havoc after becoming the first bowler in Twenty20 internationals to claim 100 ...,negative,-0.978853941
"Sri Lanka’s Odel lobbying for lower import duties, to lure tourists",9/6/2019,Apparel,Sri Lankan retailer Odel is lobbying the government to reduce import duties and help make the island an attractive shopp...,"Sri Lanka’s Odel lobbying for lower import duties, to lure tourists Sri Lankan retailer Odel is lobbying the government to reduce import duties and help make the island an attractive shopp...",positive,0.995598435
Ranil to run with Sajith as mate?,9/6/2019,Uncategorized,"Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has indicated that he may field himself as the UNP's presidential candidate, with De...","Ranil to run with Sajith as mate? Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has indicated that he may field himself as the UNP's presidential candidate, with De...",negative,-0.957002819
CAA to take legal action as Prima increases wheat flour price,9/6/2019,Uncategorized,"Legal action will be taken against Prima Ceylon Ltd for increasing the price of wheat flour without its approval, the Co...","CAA to take legal action as Prima increases wheat flour price Legal action will be taken against Prima Ceylon Ltd for increasing the price of wheat flour without its approval, the Co...",negative,-0.998502851
Current set of MPs did not receive liquor licenses – Finance Ministry,9/6/2019,Uncategorized,The Ministry of Finance yesterday (05) said that none of the current set of parliamentarians have been issued a liquor l...,Current set of MPs did not receive liquor licenses – Finance Ministry The Ministry of Finance yesterday (05) said that none of the current set of parliamentarians have been issued a liquor l...,negative,-0.993622959
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilt yields ease",9/6/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 180.85/95 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields fell, brokers and dealers s...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilt yields ease The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 180.85/95 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields fell, brokers and dealers s...",negative,-0.996591687
Amnesty makes Urgent Action appeal for Shakthika,9/6/2019,Uncategorized,"Amnesty International has made an Urgent Action appeal for writer Shakthika Sathkumara, urging sympathisers to appeal th...","Amnesty makes Urgent Action appeal for Shakthika Amnesty International has made an Urgent Action appeal for writer Shakthika Sathkumara, urging sympathisers to appeal th...",positive,0.997450769
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.88-pct down,9/6/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.88 percent lower on Friday, with the benchmark index dragged lower by weaker bank share prices...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.88-pct down Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.88 percent lower on Friday, with the benchmark index dragged lower by weaker bank share prices...",negative,-0.99930501
Sri Lanka President seeks ex-central bank Governor extradition from Singapore,9/6/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has signed documents seeking the extradition of ex-Central Bank Governor Arju...,Sri Lanka President seeks ex-central bank Governor extradition from Singapore Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has signed documents seeking the extradition of ex-Central Bank Governor Arju...,negative,-0.915903807
Palaly airport to commence regional flight operations starting16 Oct,9/6/2019,Uncategorized,"The Palaly airbase, which is beind developed into a Rs. 2.25 billion airport, will commence flight operations to India s...","Palaly airport to commence regional flight operations starting16 Oct The Palaly airbase, which is beind developed into a Rs. 2.25 billion airport, will commence flight operations to India s...",positive,0.744234204
Enterprise Sri Lanka exhibition to build Jaffna young entrepreneurs,9/6/2019,Uncategorized,An exhibition aimed at building entrepreneurs will kick off in the northern Jaffna peninsular where subsidized credit wi...,Enterprise Sri Lanka exhibition to build Jaffna young entrepreneurs An exhibition aimed at building entrepreneurs will kick off in the northern Jaffna peninsular where subsidized credit wi...,positive,0.952488184
Parliament adjourned due to no-show from Govt MPs,9/6/2019,Politics,"rliament was adjourned until 17 September today citing a low turnout of Government MPs, forcing the day's sittings to en...","Parliament adjourned due to no-show from Govt MPs rliament was adjourned until 17 September today citing a low turnout of Government MPs, forcing the day's sittings to en...",negative,-0.999243617
Missing persons: 650 families eligible for allowance,9/6/2019,Uncategorized,"Some 650 families of Sri Lanka's disappeared with Certificates of Absence (CoA) are eligible for a Rs. 6,000 monthly all...","Missing persons: 650 families eligible for allowance Some 650 families of Sri Lanka's disappeared with Certificates of Absence (CoA) are eligible for a Rs. 6,000 monthly all...",negative,-0.982420981
I'm the only President who didn't meddle with the judiciary - Sirisena,9/6/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena claimed yesterday that he is the only President in Sri Lankan history to have not been ac...,I'm the only President who didn't meddle with the judiciary - Sirisena President Maithripala Sirisena claimed yesterday that he is the only President in Sri Lankan history to have not been ac...,positive,0.743304491
Sri Lanka port terminal co-operation mooted to ease congestion,9/6/2019,Shipping,Worsening congestion at Sri Lanka’s Colombo port could be eased with more co-operation among its competing cargo termi...,Sri Lanka port terminal co-operation mooted to ease congestion Worsening congestion at Sri Lanka’s Colombo port could be eased with more co-operation among its competing cargo termi...,negative,-0.990329027
Two cops in hot pursuit shot in Akuressa,9/6/2019,Uncategorized,"Two police officers on duty on the Akuressa-Thibbatuwawa road were shot by an unidentified gunman earlier today (06), th...","Two cops in hot pursuit shot in Akuressa Two police officers on duty on the Akuressa-Thibbatuwawa road were shot by an unidentified gunman earlier today (06), th...",negative,-0.99147439
"UNP will nominate me with blessings of Ranil, Karu - Sajith",9/6/2019,Uncategorized,United National Party (UNP) Deputy Leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday said he expected to be named the party's presidenti...,"UNP will nominate me with blessings of Ranil, Karu - Sajith United National Party (UNP) Deputy Leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday said he expected to be named the party's presidenti...",positive,0.995917857
Mugabe: Liberation hero turned despot,9/6/2019,International news,"Robert Mugabe, who has died aged 95, used repression and fear to hold on to power in Zimbabwe for 37 years until he was ...","Mugabe: Liberation hero turned despot Robert Mugabe, who has died aged 95, used repression and fear to hold on to power in Zimbabwe for 37 years until he was ...",positive,0.626966059
"SLFP has named candidate, Election Commissioner confirms",9/6/2019,Uncategorized,Election Commissioner Mahinda Deshapriya confirmed to RepublicNext that the SLFP has submitted its candidate's name upon...,"SLFP has named candidate, Election Commissioner confirms Election Commissioner Mahinda Deshapriya confirmed to RepublicNext that the SLFP has submitted its candidate's name upon...",negative,-0.981978595
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields fall",9/6/2019,Uncategorized,"The Sri Lanka rupee opened stronger at 180.00/80 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields fell and stocks opened 0....","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields fall The Sri Lanka rupee opened stronger at 180.00/80 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields fell and stocks opened 0....",negative,-0.982492328
Warehousing profits help Sri Lanka’s Asia Siyaka offset brokerage decline,9/6/2019,Agriculture,"Improved use of its warehousing, which was doubled in recent years, has helped Sri Lanka’s Asia Siyaka Commodities off...","Warehousing profits help Sri Lanka’s Asia Siyaka offset brokerage decline Improved use of its warehousing, which was doubled in recent years, has helped Sri Lanka’s Asia Siyaka Commodities off...",negative,-0.647871733
"US stocks surge on trade talk plans, pound strengthens more",9/6/2019,International news,Global stocks mostly rose Thursday following news that the United States and China will resume high-level trade talks in...,"US stocks surge on trade talk plans, pound strengthens more Global stocks mostly rose Thursday following news that the United States and China will resume high-level trade talks in...",positive,0.969796062
"Sri Lanka's Janashakthi Insurance in B2B, digital drive",9/6/2019,Insurance, Sri Lanka's Janashakthi Insurance had been able grow gross written premium above the life industry average so far in 20...,"Sri Lanka's Janashakthi Insurance in B2B, digital drive  Sri Lanka's Janashakthi Insurance had been able grow gross written premium above the life industry average so far in 20...",positive,0.868168592
"Tariffs push some US firms to exit China for Sri Lanka, Bangladesh",9/5/2019,Apparel,"As fresh US tariffs on Chinese imports kick in, Illinois-based phone accessories manufacturer Ben Buttolph has been urge...","Tariffs push some US firms to exit China for Sri Lanka, Bangladesh As fresh US tariffs on Chinese imports kick in, Illinois-based phone accessories manufacturer Ben Buttolph has been urge...",negative,-0.961064994
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilt yields steady",9/5/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 180.75/85 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields remained stable, brokers ...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, gilt yields steady The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 180.75/85 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields remained stable, brokers ...",negative,-0.98351258
Sajith outlines policy objectives in online Q&A,9/5/2019,Uncategorized,"In a live Q&A session streamed on Twitter and Facebook this afternoon, United National Party (UNP) presidential hopeful ...","Sajith outlines policy objectives in online Q&A In a live Q&A session streamed on Twitter and Facebook this afternoon, United National Party (UNP) presidential hopeful ...",positive,0.803291082
Sri Lanka’s Harry Jayawardena calls for milk imports curbs,9/5/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka should restrict imports of milk powder and dairy products as the island was cable of meeting most of its needs...,Sri Lanka’s Harry Jayawardena calls for milk imports curbs Sri Lanka should restrict imports of milk powder and dairy products as the island was cable of meeting most of its needs...,negative,-0.986117184
Central Expressway issues will be sorted out - RDA,9/5/2019,Uncategorized,The  Road Development Authority (RDA) is optimistic that the problems being faced in the construction of Phase One and T...,Central Expressway issues will be sorted out - RDA The  Road Development Authority (RDA) is optimistic that the problems being faced in the construction of Phase One and T...,negative,-0.975616693
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.19-pct lower,9/5/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.19 percent lower on Thursday in a dull market, brokers said.","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.19-pct lower Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.19 percent lower on Thursday in a dull market, brokers said.",negative,-0.999401212
Fire erupts in Ettampitiya,9/5/2019,Uncategorized,"A fire has engulfed in Ettampititya, Pannagala area earlier today (05), the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said.","Fire erupts in Ettampitiya A fire has engulfed in Ettampititya, Pannagala area earlier today (05), the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said.",negative,-0.939930618
"Sri Lanka to help Australia curtail ""human-smuggling"" operations",9/5/2019,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka has expressed its fullest support to Australia in curtailing what a Foreign Ministry press release is calling ...,"Sri Lanka to help Australia curtail ""human-smuggling"" operations Sri Lanka has expressed its fullest support to Australia in curtailing what a Foreign Ministry press release is calling ...",negative,-0.987337708
Special needs children not being served well - Auditor General,9/5/2019,Uncategorized,An Auditor General's report to be presented to COPA tomorrow faults the state system for not serving the country's Speci...,Special needs children not being served well - Auditor General An Auditor General's report to be presented to COPA tomorrow faults the state system for not serving the country's Speci...,negative,-0.999496937
"Sri Lanka's tourist fall slows in August, Indian arrivals surge",9/5/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals were down 28 percent from a year earlier to 143,587, but had recovered from a 46 percent fa...","Sri Lanka's tourist fall slows in August, Indian arrivals surge Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals were down 28 percent from a year earlier to 143,587, but had recovered from a 46 percent fa...",negative,-0.985763848
Sri Lanka Mahaweli Coconut forecasts lower crop after drought,9/5/2019,Agriculture,Mahaweli Coconut Plantations Limited said its crop rose sharply last year after good rains with yields far higher than t...,Sri Lanka Mahaweli Coconut forecasts lower crop after drought Mahaweli Coconut Plantations Limited said its crop rose sharply last year after good rains with yields far higher than t...,positive,0.938255012
Nearly 300 arrested over Easter Sunday attacks,9/5/2019,Uncategorized,"A total of 293 suspects across the country have been arrested over the Easter Sunday terrorist attacks thus far, Police ...","Nearly 300 arrested over Easter Sunday attacks A total of 293 suspects across the country have been arrested over the Easter Sunday terrorist attacks thus far, Police ...",negative,-0.679528952
Families of missing persons to receive a monthly allowance,9/5/2019,Uncategorized,The families of missing persons will receive a monthly interim allowance of Rs.6000 from the 10th of October this year.,Families of missing persons to receive a monthly allowance The families of missing persons will receive a monthly interim allowance of Rs.6000 from the 10th of October this year.,negative,-0.965209544
Sri Lanka food festival in 17-year mission to bring Jaffna closer to Colombo,9/5/2019,Culture,A food festival featuring cuisine from Sri Lanka's Jaffna peninsula which was started during Sri Lanka's civil war by Ra...,Sri Lanka food festival in 17-year mission to bring Jaffna closer to Colombo A food festival featuring cuisine from Sri Lanka's Jaffna peninsula which was started during Sri Lanka's civil war by Ra...,positive,0.997335613
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields gain",9/5/2019,Bonds & Forex," The Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 180.70/85 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields gained and stocks opened...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields gain  The Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 180.70/85 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields gained and stocks opened...",negative,-0.993133485
"Sri Lanka mulls ‘digital free trade zone’ to help exporters, like China, Malaysia",9/5/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka plans to set up a ‘digital free trade zone’ to help exporters, especially small businesses, cut red tape a...","Sri Lanka mulls ‘digital free trade zone’ to help exporters, like China, Malaysia Sri Lanka plans to set up a ‘digital free trade zone’ to help exporters, especially small businesses, cut red tape a...",negative,-0.995393991
Showers expected today,9/5/2019,Weather and Climate,"Showers are expected to occur in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and Central provinces, the Department of Meteorology said tod...","Showers expected today Showers are expected to occur in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and Central provinces, the Department of Meteorology said tod...",negative,-0.977057815
"German wind power left spinning by  angry residents, subsidy cut",9/5/2019,Energy,"Wind power is a key pillar in Germany's ambitious renewables transition plan, but the sector has struck strong resistanc...","German wind power left spinning by  angry residents, subsidy cut Wind power is a key pillar in Germany's ambitious renewables transition plan, but the sector has struck strong resistanc...",negative,-0.940380752
Sri Lanka call rates edge up to support stability,9/5/2019,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka's short term rates have risen about 30 to 40 basis points to help restore monetary stability lost during Augu...,Sri Lanka call rates edge up to support stability  Sri Lanka's short term rates have risen about 30 to 40 basis points to help restore monetary stability lost during Augu...,negative,-0.974275887
Sri Lanka overnight rates edge up to support stability,9/5/2019,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka's short term rates have risen about 30 to 40 basis points to help restore monetary stability lost during Augus...,Sri Lanka overnight rates edge up to support stability Sri Lanka's short term rates have risen about 30 to 40 basis points to help restore monetary stability lost during Augus...,negative,-0.967301965
Asian markets rally on perfect storm of positive news,9/5/2019,International news,The pound rebounded further on Wednesday but its gains were capped as Brexit turmoil set the stage for a potential snap ...,Asian markets rally on perfect storm of positive news The pound rebounded further on Wednesday but its gains were capped as Brexit turmoil set the stage for a potential snap ...,positive,0.977590442
"Sri Lanka hosts Ashara Mubaraka for 21,000  Dawoodi Bohras",9/5/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's is hosting an annual gathering of the global Dawoodi Bohra community, which was started with a ceremony at a...","Sri Lanka hosts Ashara Mubaraka for 21,000  Dawoodi Bohras Sri Lanka's is hosting an annual gathering of the global Dawoodi Bohra community, which was started with a ceremony at a...",positive,0.989605427
President attends the Bohra Conference,9/4/2019,Uncategorized,President Maithripala Sirisena attended the World Annual Bohra Conference today (04) which is currently underway at the ...,President attends the Bohra Conference President Maithripala Sirisena attended the World Annual Bohra Conference today (04) which is currently underway at the ...,positive,0.995384157
COPE probing corruption at  Sri Lanka Cricket,9/4/2019,Uncategorized,"SLC Charity paid official more than what was spent on ""good works."" Rs 50 million spent on ""Cricket Campus"" but no work ...","COPE probing corruption at  Sri Lanka Cricket SLC Charity paid official more than what was spent on ""good works."" Rs 50 million spent on ""Cricket Campus"" but no work ...",negative,-0.995491326
Sri Lanka to tighten controls on private higher education,9/4/2019,General Services,"Sri Lanka is drawing up laws to tighten controls on private higher education, the state information office said.","Sri Lanka to tighten controls on private higher education Sri Lanka is drawing up laws to tighten controls on private higher education, the state information office said.",negative,-0.914218783
NSB staff/office assistant recruitment highly irregular - COPE,9/4/2019,Uncategorized,COPE held today that since 2008 the National Savings Bank (NSB) has been recruiting staff assistants and office assitant...,NSB staff/office assistant recruitment highly irregular - COPE COPE held today that since 2008 the National Savings Bank (NSB) has been recruiting staff assistants and office assitant...,negative,-0.995460808
UNP trade union urges UNP MPs not to create division in party,9/4/2019,Politics,The Jathika Sevaka Sangamaya today (04) urged UNP MPs including Ministers not to create division in the party by airing ...,UNP trade union urges UNP MPs not to create division in party The Jathika Sevaka Sangamaya today (04) urged UNP MPs including Ministers not to create division in the party by airing ...,negative,-0.991049051
Sooriyawewa Stadium costs queried,9/4/2019,Uncategorized,Ports Authority paid Rs 5 billion for the project which is now valued at Rs 2 billion,Sooriyawewa Stadium costs queried Ports Authority paid Rs 5 billion for the project which is now valued at Rs 2 billion,negative,-0.958482802
Parliamentary Committee slams Motor Traffic Department,9/4/2019,Law and Order,Not even half the work the department was supposed to do has been completed and this shows willful neglect causing losse...,Parliamentary Committee slams Motor Traffic Department Not even half the work the department was supposed to do has been completed and this shows willful neglect causing losse...,negative,-0.999554455
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.37-pct down,9/4/2019,Markets,Sri Lankan stocks ended weaker Wednesday with the main index down 0.37 percent,Sri Lanka stocks end 0.37-pct down Sri Lankan stocks ended weaker Wednesday with the main index down 0.37 percent,negative,-0.999466479
Sri Lanka 01-yr Treasury Bill yield up 11bp to 8.33-pct,9/4/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill yield rose 11 basis points to 8.33 percent at Wednesday’s auction with the debt of...,Sri Lanka 01-yr Treasury Bill yield up 11bp to 8.33-pct Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill yield rose 11 basis points to 8.33 percent at Wednesday’s auction with the debt of...,negative,-0.913590968
Cabinet nod for integrated electronic solution for traffic violations,9/4/2019,Uncategorized,Cabinet yesterday approved a comprehensive integrated electronic solution for the management of data and information rel...,Cabinet nod for integrated electronic solution for traffic violations Cabinet yesterday approved a comprehensive integrated electronic solution for the management of data and information rel...,positive,0.970038414
"Sri Lanka to call investors for convention hotel, hospital on China reclaimed land",9/4/2019,Business," Sri Lanka is to call proposals for investors to build a hotel, convention centre, hospital and international school in ...","Sri Lanka to call investors for convention hotel, hospital on China reclaimed land  Sri Lanka is to call proposals for investors to build a hotel, convention centre, hospital and international school in ...",negative,-0.955108941
SLFP to discipline five national list MPs who jumped to other parties,9/4/2019,Politics,The Central Committee of Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) will take disciplinary action against five national list party M...,SLFP to discipline five national list MPs who jumped to other parties The Central Committee of Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) will take disciplinary action against five national list party M...,negative,-0.997362196
State funds to buy Sri Lanka Telecom stocks for minimum public float,9/4/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's cabinet has cleared the way for state-run funds and banks to buy Sri Lanka Telecom stock to meet a public fl...,State funds to buy Sri Lanka Telecom stocks for minimum public float Sri Lanka's cabinet has cleared the way for state-run funds and banks to buy Sri Lanka Telecom stock to meet a public fl...,negative,-0.95604831
Govt committed to abolishing Executive Presidency - PM,9/4/2019,Politics,"In a speech made to the Maldives Parliament yesterday, Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe reiterated his commitment to ...","Govt committed to abolishing Executive Presidency - PM In a speech made to the Maldives Parliament yesterday, Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe reiterated his commitment to ...",positive,0.955339491
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields edge up",9/4/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 180.55/80 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields gained and stocks opened...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields edge up The Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 180.55/80 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields gained and stocks opened...",negative,-0.989243507
Sri Lanka to set up new SOE to manage Lotus tower,9/4/2019,Fiscal,"Sri Lanka will set up a new state enterprise to operate a tower build for the telecom regulator, the state information o...","Sri Lanka to set up new SOE to manage Lotus tower Sri Lanka will set up a new state enterprise to operate a tower build for the telecom regulator, the state information o...",negative,-0.970434546
Development Officers on strike today,9/4/2019,Economy,"Development officers attached to the Ministry of Internal Affairs will be carrying out a token strike today, Union Secre...","Development Officers on strike today Development officers attached to the Ministry of Internal Affairs will be carrying out a token strike today, Union Secre...",negative,-0.964134097
Tokyo stocks open lower on fears global economy is slowing,9/4/2019,Uncategorized,"Tokyo stocks opened lower on Wednesday on fears that the global economy may be slowing, after US data pointed to weaknes...","Tokyo stocks open lower on fears global economy is slowing Tokyo stocks opened lower on Wednesday on fears that the global economy may be slowing, after US data pointed to weaknes...",negative,-0.998345852
American Chamber urges Sri Lanka to use Millenium Challenge grant,9/4/2019,Economy,The American Chamber of Commerce in Sri Lanka has urged Sri Lanka to go ahead with projects financed by a grant from the...,American Chamber urges Sri Lanka to use Millenium Challenge grant The American Chamber of Commerce in Sri Lanka has urged Sri Lanka to go ahead with projects financed by a grant from the...,negative,-0.753343046
Land prices in Sri Lanka’s Colombo district up 13.6-pct in  2019 first half,9/3/2019,Business,"Land prices in Sri Lanka’s Colombo district, where the capital is, rose over 13 percent in the first half of 2019 from...","Land prices in Sri Lanka’s Colombo district up 13.6-pct in  2019 first half Land prices in Sri Lanka’s Colombo district, where the capital is, rose over 13 percent in the first half of 2019 from...",positive,0.525192142
SLFP not interested in Presidential poll aims to win Parliament -Sirisena,9/3/2019,Uncategorized,"Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) to form the “next government of this country in 2020,” by focusing on the Parliamentary G...","SLFP not interested in Presidential poll aims to win Parliament -Sirisena Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) to form the “next government of this country in 2020,” by focusing on the Parliamentary G...",negative,-0.986980975
"Sri Lanka money laundering watchdog ramps up monitoring on apartment, gem sales",9/3/2019,Finance,The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) of Sri Lanka has signed memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with the Condominium Man...,"Sri Lanka money laundering watchdog ramps up monitoring on apartment, gem sales The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) of Sri Lanka has signed memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with the Condominium Man...",negative,-0.948729455
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bonds stable",9/3/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 180.35/50 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields were stable, brokers and d...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bonds stable The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 180.35/50 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields were stable, brokers and d...",negative,-0.998517215
"Sajith UNP’s ""Best Actor"" – Gamage",9/3/2019,Uncategorized,"Calling United National Party (UNP) Deputy Leader Sajith Premadasa the party's ""best actor"", UNP backbencher MP Chandima...","Sajith UNP’s ""Best Actor"" – Gamage Calling United National Party (UNP) Deputy Leader Sajith Premadasa the party's ""best actor"", UNP backbencher MP Chandima...",positive,0.996849716
Won't allow SLFP to be absorbed by any party - Amaraweera,9/3/2019,Politics,The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) will once again prove to be a decisive force in Sri Lanka's political future and will...,Won't allow SLFP to be absorbed by any party - Amaraweera The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) will once again prove to be a decisive force in Sri Lanka's political future and will...,positive,0.999546587
SLFP still undecided; boasts of indispensability,9/3/2019,Uncategorized,"The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) will take the right decision at the right time on the coming presidential election, S...","SLFP still undecided; boasts of indispensability The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) will take the right decision at the right time on the coming presidential election, S...",positive,0.996288896
"Advocata Institute says ""no good reason to refuse  US $480 million MCC grant""",9/3/2019,Opinion,Sri Lanka is at risk of losing a US $480 million Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) grant due to a campaign of misin...,"Advocata Institute says ""no good reason to refuse  US $480 million MCC grant"" Sri Lanka is at risk of losing a US $480 million Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) grant due to a campaign of misin...",negative,-0.999618888
Sri Lanka stocks close stronger in volatile trade,9/3/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.09 percent higher amid volatile trading, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close stronger in volatile trade Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.09 percent higher amid volatile trading, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.976825118
New study shows 2.5 million Sri Lankans vulnerable to poverty,9/3/2019,Economy,A new study by Sri Lanka’s Census and Statistics Department has revealed that 2.5 million of Sri Lanka’s 20 million ...,New study shows 2.5 million Sri Lankans vulnerable to poverty A new study by Sri Lanka’s Census and Statistics Department has revealed that 2.5 million of Sri Lanka’s 20 million ...,negative,-0.752678156
Sri Lanka will help Maldives fight global warming - PM,9/3/2019,Uncategorized,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe today pledged to the Maldives Sri Lanka's fullest cooperation in the archipelago's f...,Sri Lanka will help Maldives fight global warming - PM Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe today pledged to the Maldives Sri Lanka's fullest cooperation in the archipelago's f...,positive,0.998427272
Bohra Conference to generate more than Rs.9 billion - UNP,9/3/2019,Economy,The World Annual Bohra Conference which will be held in Sri Lanka until the 10tt of September is expected to generate an...,Bohra Conference to generate more than Rs.9 billion - UNP The World Annual Bohra Conference which will be held in Sri Lanka until the 10tt of September is expected to generate an...,positive,0.969496369
"Inclusive growth, SME focus at Sri Lanka economic summit by Ceylon Chamber",9/3/2019,Economy,How to ensure growth is sustainable and inclusive and the role of small businesses will be a key focus area at the annua...,"Inclusive growth, SME focus at Sri Lanka economic summit by Ceylon Chamber How to ensure growth is sustainable and inclusive and the role of small businesses will be a key focus area at the annua...",positive,0.998895884
New ID office to be opened in Galle on Friday,9/3/2019,Uncategorized,The Southern Province Office of the Department for Registration of Persons and launching of the one day service for Nati...,New ID office to be opened in Galle on Friday The Southern Province Office of the Department for Registration of Persons and launching of the one day service for Nati...,negative,-0.722516954
Easter Sunday attacks leave Sri Lanka east coast peak tourism season in tatters,9/3/2019,Business,Hotels on Sri Lanka's east coast which has its peak tourism season from May through September was hit even worse from th...,Easter Sunday attacks leave Sri Lanka east coast peak tourism season in tatters Hotels on Sri Lanka's east coast which has its peak tourism season from May through September was hit even worse from th...,negative,-0.999666572
MCC Grant must not become a lost opportunity,9/3/2019,Opinion," If Sri Lanka does not meet the deadline for signing the grant it may be lost, which would mean that USD 480 million tha...","MCC Grant must not become a lost opportunity  If Sri Lanka does not meet the deadline for signing the grant it may be lost, which would mean that USD 480 million tha...",negative,-0.996576488
A person murdered in Mount Lavinia,9/3/2019,Uncategorized,"A 34- year-old person has been stabbed to death yesterday (02) in Mount Lavinia, the Police Media Division (PMD) said","A person murdered in Mount Lavinia A 34- year-old person has been stabbed to death yesterday (02) in Mount Lavinia, the Police Media Division (PMD) said",negative,-0.992552161
Sri Lankan e-commerce reforms to improve sales for small businesses,9/3/2019,ICT,"Sri Lankan e-commerce reforms underway in are aimed at encouraging more transactions and helping companies, especially s...","Sri Lankan e-commerce reforms to improve sales for small businesses Sri Lankan e-commerce reforms underway in are aimed at encouraging more transactions and helping companies, especially s...",positive,0.989491343
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks gain",9/3/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee opened slightly weaker at 180.20/50 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while stocks opened 0.06 percent hi...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks gain The Sri Lanka rupee opened slightly weaker at 180.20/50 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while stocks opened 0.06 percent hi...",negative,-0.998793244
SC rules no Provincial Council polls without delimitation,9/3/2019,Politics,The Supreme Court has ruled that without a new Delimitation report that lays out the boundaries for electorates for the ...,SC rules no Provincial Council polls without delimitation The Supreme Court has ruled that without a new Delimitation report that lays out the boundaries for electorates for the ...,negative,-0.990878761
"Sri Lanka's NSB, Bank of Ceylon, People's ratings confirmed by Fitch; outlooks stable",9/3/2019,Banking,"Fitch Ratings said it is confirming ratings of state-run National Savings Bank, Bank of Ceylon and People's Bank with st...","Sri Lanka's NSB, Bank of Ceylon, People's ratings confirmed by Fitch; outlooks stable Fitch Ratings said it is confirming ratings of state-run National Savings Bank, Bank of Ceylon and People's Bank with st...",positive,0.98584348
Sri Lanka's Union Bank in talks with investors for funding UB Finance,9/3/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's Union Bank of Colombo Plc, said that it is in talks with potential investors for 'strategic options' for its...","Sri Lanka's Union Bank in talks with investors for funding UB Finance Sri Lanka's Union Bank of Colombo Plc, said that it is in talks with potential investors for 'strategic options' for its...",positive,0.559547186
"AG hands over extradition papers for Mahendran to MFA, Defense",9/2/2019,Uncategorized,The legal papers necessary to facilitate the extradition of former Central Bank Governor Arjuna Mahendran from Singapore...,"AG hands over extradition papers for Mahendran to MFA, Defense The legal papers necessary to facilitate the extradition of former Central Bank Governor Arjuna Mahendran from Singapore...",negative,-0.887516201
Sirisena to testify before PSC at Presidential Secretariat,9/2/2019,Uncategorized,President Maithripala Sirisena will testify before the Parliamentary Select Committee probing the Easter Sunday attacks ...,Sirisena to testify before PSC at Presidential Secretariat President Maithripala Sirisena will testify before the Parliamentary Select Committee probing the Easter Sunday attacks ...,positive,0.99366802
Visa regime for Maldives liberalized,9/2/2019,Law and Order,Sri Lanka and the Maldives signed three Memoranda of Understanding including a further liberalizing of Visa facilities b...,Visa regime for Maldives liberalized Sri Lanka and the Maldives signed three Memoranda of Understanding including a further liberalizing of Visa facilities b...,positive,0.824080408
SLPP has accepted they cannot win without SLFP support-Nimal Siripala,9/2/2019,Uncategorized,SLFP parliamentarian Nimal Siripala de Silva said that SLPP had accepted the fact the presidential elections could not b...,SLPP has accepted they cannot win without SLFP support-Nimal Siripala SLFP parliamentarian Nimal Siripala de Silva said that SLPP had accepted the fact the presidential elections could not b...,negative,-0.621781886
Sri Lanka stocks fall on John Keells Holdings,9/2/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.20 percent lower, pulled down by index-heavy John Keells Holdings (JKH), provisional data show...","Sri Lanka stocks fall on John Keells Holdings Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.20 percent lower, pulled down by index-heavy John Keells Holdings (JKH), provisional data show...",negative,-0.999509215
ETI petition to be heard in December,9/2/2019,Uncategorized,The Supreme Court has ordered that the Fundamental Rights petition filed by the depositors in the ETI Finance Company ca...,ETI petition to be heard in December The Supreme Court has ordered that the Fundamental Rights petition filed by the depositors in the ETI Finance Company ca...,negative,-0.983359814
S. B. and Dilan cannot be expelled from SLFP – G. L.,9/2/2019,Politics,"SLFP MPs S. B. Dissanayake and Dilan Perera cannot be expelled from the SLFP nor can their parliamentary seats be taken,...","S. B. and Dilan cannot be expelled from SLFP – G. L. SLFP MPs S. B. Dissanayake and Dilan Perera cannot be expelled from the SLFP nor can their parliamentary seats be taken,...",positive,0.954976916
SLFP to order SB and Dilan to quit as national list MPs-Duminda,9/2/2019,Politics,The Sri Lanka Freedom Party says it will “order” Dilan Perera and S B Dissanayake to resign from their seats in Parl...,SLFP to order SB and Dilan to quit as national list MPs-Duminda The Sri Lanka Freedom Party says it will “order” Dilan Perera and S B Dissanayake to resign from their seats in Parl...,negative,-0.991638601
Carlo no more,9/2/2019,Uncategorized,"Renowned physician, scholar and outspoken rationalist Prof. Carlo Fonseka passed away in Colombo today.","Carlo no more Renowned physician, scholar and outspoken rationalist Prof. Carlo Fonseka passed away in Colombo today.",negative,-0.872656524
Teejay Lanka to up revenues to US$300mn with productivity driven capacity boost,9/2/2019,Apparel,"Teeja Lanka Plc, a apparel maker which has operations in Sri Lanka and India is planning to grow revenues 50 percent in ...","Teejay Lanka to up revenues to US$300mn with productivity driven capacity boost Teeja Lanka Plc, a apparel maker which has operations in Sri Lanka and India is planning to grow revenues 50 percent in ...",positive,0.997630835
Sri Lanka plans to revise stock listing rules,9/2/2019,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange has called for public consultations on planned revisions to listing rules.,Sri Lanka plans to revise stock listing rules Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange has called for public consultations on planned revisions to listing rules.,negative,-0.971704364
"Sri Lanka rupee opens  weaker, stocks gain",9/2/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee opened slightly weaker at 179.40/70 to the US dollar, while stocks opened 0.10 percent higher and bo...","Sri Lanka rupee opens  weaker, stocks gain The Sri Lanka rupee opened slightly weaker at 179.40/70 to the US dollar, while stocks opened 0.10 percent higher and bo...",negative,-0.998298347
PM in the Maldives for Indian Ocean Meeting,9/2/2019,Uncategorized,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe took wing to the Maldives this morning (02) for a three- day official visit on the i...,PM in the Maldives for Indian Ocean Meeting Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe took wing to the Maldives this morning (02) for a three- day official visit on the i...,positive,0.99668318
Sinhaputhra Finance in talks with investors after Sri Lanka regulatory warning,9/2/2019,Banking,"The European Union has called for minority protection, addressing hate speech and an end to the death penalty as a deleg...","Sinhaputhra Finance in talks with investors after Sri Lanka regulatory warning The European Union has called for minority protection, addressing hate speech and an end to the death penalty as a deleg...",negative,-0.961057782
Meet the also-rans,9/2/2019,Politics,"As anti-establishment sentiment reaches unprecedented heights in the run-up to the presidential polls, who are the ""alte...","Meet the also-rans As anti-establishment sentiment reaches unprecedented heights in the run-up to the presidential polls, who are the ""alte...",positive,0.957717478
Foreign investors exit Sri Lanka rupee bonds for second week,9/1/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Foreign investors have sold down 12 billion rupees of government bonds in the week to August 28, after selling over 13 b...","Foreign investors exit Sri Lanka rupee bonds for second week Foreign investors have sold down 12 billion rupees of government bonds in the week to August 28, after selling over 13 b...",negative,-0.998715997
Australia's Different Technologies to double head count in Sri Lanka,9/1/2019,ICT,"Different Technologies Pty Ltd, an Australia based technology company in the property management services business said ...","Australia's Different Technologies to double head count in Sri Lanka Different Technologies Pty Ltd, an Australia based technology company in the property management services business said ...",positive,0.904396951
"Sri Lanka's Tamils weigh candidate options, lean towards reds",8/31/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka’s king-maker Tamil political coalition is moving towards a “red” candidate as their current ally, the Un...","Sri Lanka's Tamils weigh candidate options, lean towards reds Sri Lanka’s king-maker Tamil political coalition is moving towards a “red” candidate as their current ally, the Un...",negative,-0.972573936
Two million face statelessness as India publishes citizenship list,8/31/2019,South Asia,Almost two million people in northeast India were left facing statelessness on Saturday after the state of Assam publish...,Two million face statelessness as India publishes citizenship list Almost two million people in northeast India were left facing statelessness on Saturday after the state of Assam publish...,negative,-0.991388381
"EU calls for minority protection in Sri Lanka, to work closely against terrorism",8/31/2019,Legal,"The European Union has called for minority protection, addressing hate speech and an end to the death penalty as a deleg...","EU calls for minority protection in Sri Lanka, to work closely against terrorism The European Union has called for minority protection, addressing hate speech and an end to the death penalty as a deleg...",negative,-0.978415966
Sri Lanka's Colombo bursting with tourists in August: minister,8/31/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's capital Colombo is fully booked with a convention involving a Bora religious dignitary and arrivals may top ...,Sri Lanka's Colombo bursting with tourists in August: minister Sri Lanka's capital Colombo is fully booked with a convention involving a Bora religious dignitary and arrivals may top ...,positive,0.998851895
"""We were and we are resilient"" - Foreign Secretary",8/31/2019,Uncategorized,Secretary to the Ministry Of Foreign Affairs (MFA) Ravinatha Aryasinha says despite the challenges faced in the aftermat...,"""We were and we are resilient"" - Foreign Secretary Secretary to the Ministry Of Foreign Affairs (MFA) Ravinatha Aryasinha says despite the challenges faced in the aftermat...",positive,0.998387814
Zion Church bomber's remains have no place to go,8/30/2019,Uncategorized,The Batticoloa Magistrate has ruled that the remains of the Easter Sunday suicide bomber who killed several worshippers ...,Zion Church bomber's remains have no place to go The Batticoloa Magistrate has ruled that the remains of the Easter Sunday suicide bomber who killed several worshippers ...,negative,-0.999478519
Sri Lanka's inflation 3.4-pct in August,8/30/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's inflation edged up to 3.4 percent in August 2019, from 3.3 percent as month earlier data from the state stat...","Sri Lanka's inflation 3.4-pct in August Sri Lanka's inflation edged up to 3.4 percent in August 2019, from 3.3 percent as month earlier data from the state stat...",negative,-0.970702946
Welby calls on President Sirisena,8/30/2019,Uncategorized,The Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby called on President Maithripala Sirisena today as part of his three-day visit ...,Welby calls on President Sirisena The Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby called on President Maithripala Sirisena today as part of his three-day visit ...,positive,0.98513329
President inaugurates Sri Lanka’s largest fisheries harbor in Point Pedro,8/30/2019,Economy,The construction of Sri Lanka’s largest fisheries harbour in Point Pedro was commenced under the patronage of Presiden...,President inaugurates Sri Lanka’s largest fisheries harbor in Point Pedro The construction of Sri Lanka’s largest fisheries harbour in Point Pedro was commenced under the patronage of Presiden...,positive,0.994087934
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields ease marginally",8/30/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed firmer at 179.00/30 to the US dollar, while bond yields eased, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields ease marginally Sri Lanka's rupee closed firmer at 179.00/30 to the US dollar, while bond yields eased, dealers said.",negative,-0.931699216
Sri Lanka’s Office of Missing Persons needs full state support: UN,8/30/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka’s Office of Missing Persons needs the full support of state authorities to fulfill its mandate of finding th...,Sri Lanka’s Office of Missing Persons needs full state support: UN Sri Lanka’s Office of Missing Persons needs the full support of state authorities to fulfill its mandate of finding th...,negative,-0.998041868
"Police detaining women wearing clothes with ""Buddha"" imagery",8/30/2019,Law and Order,Women’s activists are angry and exasperated by police detaining women wearing sarees or dresses with the images of Hin...,"Police detaining women wearing clothes with ""Buddha"" imagery Women’s activists are angry and exasperated by police detaining women wearing sarees or dresses with the images of Hin...",negative,-0.99888593
UNP will nominate electable candidate – Harshana,8/30/2019,Uncategorized,"When the time is right, the United National Party (UNP) will nominate an electable candidate who enjoys the support of a...","UNP will nominate electable candidate – Harshana When the time is right, the United National Party (UNP) will nominate an electable candidate who enjoys the support of a...",positive,0.996302366
Fire in Maragalakanda forest reserve,8/30/2019,Uncategorized,A fire erupted in the Maragalakanda forest reserve in Monaragala district last evening (29) due to the dry weather condi...,Fire in Maragalakanda forest reserve A fire erupted in the Maragalakanda forest reserve in Monaragala district last evening (29) due to the dry weather condi...,negative,-0.98195982
Rajapaksa memorial case to be heard daily from 15 Oct,8/30/2019,Politics,The Special High Court trial-at-bar will hold daily hearings for the D. A. Rajapaksa memorial case against Former Defenc...,Rajapaksa memorial case to be heard daily from 15 Oct The Special High Court trial-at-bar will hold daily hearings for the D. A. Rajapaksa memorial case against Former Defenc...,positive,0.8972404
Sri Lanka bank profitability under pressure: Moody’s,8/30/2019,Banking,"Sri Lankan banks’ profitability is under pressure with an uptick in bad loans, Moody’s rating agency said in a new r...","Sri Lanka bank profitability under pressure: Moody’s Sri Lankan banks’ profitability is under pressure with an uptick in bad loans, Moody’s rating agency said in a new r...",negative,-0.998979867
Court blocks Australia from deporting toddlers of Sri Lanka boat-parents,8/30/2019,Legal,A dramatic late-night call from an Australian judge to a plane bound for Sri Lanka has temporarily spared a family of fo...,Court blocks Australia from deporting toddlers of Sri Lanka boat-parents A dramatic late-night call from an Australian judge to a plane bound for Sri Lanka has temporarily spared a family of fo...,negative,-0.997584939
"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, stocks up 0.08 percent",8/30/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened steady at 180.30/40 to the US dollar, while bond yields held the same rates and stocks gained 0...","Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, stocks up 0.08 percent Sri Lanka's rupee opened steady at 180.30/40 to the US dollar, while bond yields held the same rates and stocks gained 0...",negative,-0.722955525
Germany presses for lifting Sri Lanka foreign ownership limits in logistics,8/30/2019,Logistics,"German logistics companies are keen to invest in Sri Lanka, given its location and transport infrastructure, but want fo...","Germany presses for lifting Sri Lanka foreign ownership limits in logistics German logistics companies are keen to invest in Sri Lanka, given its location and transport infrastructure, but want fo...",negative,-0.986917675
"Sri Lanka to fund technology upgrades of rural dairy, agriculture and fisheries",8/30/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka is unveiling a program to upgrade, rural agriculture, and diary and fisheries, which will boost their capacity...","Sri Lanka to fund technology upgrades of rural dairy, agriculture and fisheries Sri Lanka is unveiling a program to upgrade, rural agriculture, and diary and fisheries, which will boost their capacity...",positive,0.999458015
Global stocks boosted by China-US talk hopes,8/30/2019,South Asia,"Sri Lanka was considering applications from three ""top international cricket coaches"" to replace incumbent Chandika Hath...","Global stocks boosted by China-US talk hopes Sri Lanka was considering applications from three ""top international cricket coaches"" to replace incumbent Chandika Hath...",positive,0.927337825
Sri Lanka prints Rs2.2bn 10-month money below overnight policy rate,8/30/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's central bank printed 2 billion rupees at for 315 days at 7.94 percent, and 264 million rupees at 7.90 percen...","Sri Lanka prints Rs2.2bn 10-month money below overnight policy rate Sri Lanka's central bank printed 2 billion rupees at for 315 days at 7.94 percent, and 264 million rupees at 7.90 percen...",negative,-0.984313488
Archbishop Welby visits Katuwapitiya Church,8/30/2019,Uncategorized,The Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby yesterday 29 Aug visited St Sebastian's Church in Katuwapitiya where more than...,Archbishop Welby visits Katuwapitiya Church The Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby yesterday 29 Aug visited St Sebastian's Church in Katuwapitiya where more than...,positive,0.991876483
Millennium Challenge US$480mn grant to Sri Lanka held up by President,8/29/2019,Economy,A 480 million US dollar grant to Sri Lanka by the Millennium Challenge Corporation of America is held up as President Ma...,Millennium Challenge US$480mn grant to Sri Lanka held up by President A 480 million US dollar grant to Sri Lanka by the Millennium Challenge Corporation of America is held up as President Ma...,positive,0.921201766
UNP takes disciplinary action against Wijayadasa and Rathana Thero,8/29/2019,Politics,The United National Party will take disciplinary action against former Minister Wijayadasa Rajapaksha and National List ...,UNP takes disciplinary action against Wijayadasa and Rathana Thero The United National Party will take disciplinary action against former Minister Wijayadasa Rajapaksha and National List ...,negative,-0.974947453
"UNP Alliance will be ""Social Democratic"" - Rajitha",8/29/2019,Politics,The United National Party-led Alliance will bring a Social Democratic focus to its policies when contesting future elect...,"UNP Alliance will be ""Social Democratic"" - Rajitha The United National Party-led Alliance will bring a Social Democratic focus to its policies when contesting future elect...",positive,0.994401157
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields gain",8/29/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 180.30/60 to the US dollar, while bond yields edged up, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields gain Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 180.30/60 to the US dollar, while bond yields edged up, dealers said.",negative,-0.992293
"India's central bank to transfer big profits to govt after currency collapse, sterilized interventio...",8/29/2019,South Asia,"India's central bank has announced a $24-billion windfall for the cash-strapped government, giving a much-needed boost t...","India's central bank to transfer big profits to govt after currency collapse, sterilized interventio... India's central bank has announced a $24-billion windfall for the cash-strapped government, giving a much-needed boost t...",positive,0.997638464
SLPP still hopeful of an alliance with SLFP,8/29/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) is still hopeful about forming an alliance with Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP), as sa...","SLPP still hopeful of an alliance with SLFP Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) is still hopeful about forming an alliance with Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP), as sa...",positive,0.996865213
Over two-thirds of UNP MPs back Sajith - Mangala,8/29/2019,Uncategorized,Claiming that United National Party (UNP) Deputy Leader Sajith Premadasa has the backing of over two-thirds of the party...,Over two-thirds of UNP MPs back Sajith - Mangala Claiming that United National Party (UNP) Deputy Leader Sajith Premadasa has the backing of over two-thirds of the party...,negative,-0.979345918
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.18-pct lower,8/29/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks ended 0.18 percent lower, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.18-pct lower Sri Lanka stocks ended 0.18 percent lower, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.998764753
SriLankan Airlines mulls expanding space for growing cargo business,8/29/2019,Aviation,SriLankan Airlines is planning to break up its existing cargo terminal space at the Katunayake international airport int...,SriLankan Airlines mulls expanding space for growing cargo business SriLankan Airlines is planning to break up its existing cargo terminal space at the Katunayake international airport int...,negative,-0.999056756
Fines increased for penal code violations,8/29/2019,Law and Order,The Cabinet yesterday (28) approved to increase the fines imposed for violating the penal code.,Fines increased for penal code violations The Cabinet yesterday (28) approved to increase the fines imposed for violating the penal code.,negative,-0.953947067
Head of the Anglican Church arrived in Sri Lanka,8/29/2019,Uncategorized,"Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby arrived in Sri Lanka this morning (29) for a three-day visit, according to the Ch...","Head of the Anglican Church arrived in Sri Lanka Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby arrived in Sri Lanka this morning (29) for a three-day visit, according to the Ch...",positive,0.974008799
Sri Lanka to proceed cautiously on shipping liberalisation,8/29/2019,Logistics,Sri Lanka is keen on liberalizing shipping agency businesses and freight forwarding to promote more foreign investment b...,Sri Lanka to proceed cautiously on shipping liberalisation Sri Lanka is keen on liberalizing shipping agency businesses and freight forwarding to promote more foreign investment b...,positive,0.667613447
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields steady",8/29/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted around 180.90/181.10 to the US dollar amid restricted trade dealers said, while the one wee...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields steady Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted around 180.90/181.10 to the US dollar amid restricted trade dealers said, while the one wee...",negative,-0.952099085
"Sri Lanka’s Hirdaramani apparel exporter in circular economy push, cuts waste",8/29/2019,Apparel,Sri Lanka’s Hirdaramani Group has teamed up with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s ‘Make Fashion Circular’ initia...,"Sri Lanka’s Hirdaramani apparel exporter in circular economy push, cuts waste Sri Lanka’s Hirdaramani Group has teamed up with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s ‘Make Fashion Circular’ initia...",negative,-0.966091812
Ensure equality to combat terror - Kottegoda,8/29/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka's Secretary Defence says that the best way to combat extremism is to ensure income equality, education and jus...","Ensure equality to combat terror - Kottegoda Sri Lanka's Secretary Defence says that the best way to combat extremism is to ensure income equality, education and jus...",positive,0.981614769
Heavy rains expected in several districts,8/29/2019,Weather and Climate,Prevailing showery and windy conditions across the island are expected to continue till tomorrow (30) and may increase i...,Heavy rains expected in several districts Prevailing showery and windy conditions across the island are expected to continue till tomorrow (30) and may increase i...,positive,0.989796937
Judges appointed to hear 3 high-profile cases from MR regime,8/28/2019,Law and Order,Chief Justice Jayantha Jayasuriya has appointed judges to hear three high-profile cases involving grave misdeeds during ...,Judges appointed to hear 3 high-profile cases from MR regime Chief Justice Jayantha Jayasuriya has appointed judges to hear three high-profile cases involving grave misdeeds during ...,positive,0.985962331
Parliamentary Vote on Bill against Death Penalty soon,8/28/2019,Uncategorized,"UNP MP Bandula Lal Bandarigoda, who tabled a Private Member’s Bill to abolish death penalty said that a parliamentary ...","Parliamentary Vote on Bill against Death Penalty soon UNP MP Bandula Lal Bandarigoda, who tabled a Private Member’s Bill to abolish death penalty said that a parliamentary ...",negative,-0.977766991
Cabinet nod for regulatory body for microfinancing,8/28/2019,Economy,The Cabinet has approved a proposal to establish a 'Credit Regulatory Authority' as an independent legal body to regulat...,Cabinet nod for regulatory body for microfinancing The Cabinet has approved a proposal to establish a 'Credit Regulatory Authority' as an independent legal body to regulat...,negative,-0.799223185
Sri Lanka asks tourists to apply for free visa online before travelling,8/28/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka has asked tourists from 48 countries to eligible for a visa without payment, to apply for apply online get it ...","Sri Lanka asks tourists to apply for free visa online before travelling Sri Lanka has asked tourists from 48 countries to eligible for a visa without payment, to apply for apply online get it ...",negative,-0.990568876
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields gain marginally",8/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee ended weaker at 180.20/60 against the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields marginally picked up...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields gain marginally Sri Lanka’s rupee ended weaker at 180.20/60 against the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields marginally picked up...",negative,-0.997262239
Cabraal raps govt over economic mismanagement,8/28/2019,Economy,"Accusing the Government of gross mismanagement of the economy, Former Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Governor Ajith Ni...","Cabraal raps govt over economic mismanagement Accusing the Government of gross mismanagement of the economy, Former Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Governor Ajith Ni...",negative,-0.991666377
Sri Lanka stocks close marginally higher,8/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.03 percent higher on Wednesday, with the market dominated by crossings or negotiated block tra...","Sri Lanka stocks close marginally higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.03 percent higher on Wednesday, with the market dominated by crossings or negotiated block tra...",negative,-0.989669859
SLFP-SLPP agreement on many issues - Amaraweera,8/28/2019,Uncategorized,The Sri Lanka Freedom Party and the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna are agreed on a wide variety of issues that they hope wi...,SLFP-SLPP agreement on many issues - Amaraweera The Sri Lanka Freedom Party and the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna are agreed on a wide variety of issues that they hope wi...,positive,0.999091744
Ruhuna campus ragging; victims gathering evidence against perpetrators,8/28/2019,Education,Darsha Udayanga the university student who stormed Media earlier this month with his tales of graphic sexual torture he ...,Ruhuna campus ragging; victims gathering evidence against perpetrators Darsha Udayanga the university student who stormed Media earlier this month with his tales of graphic sexual torture he ...,negative,-0.99800688
Sri Lanka to lose only 10-pct arrivals to Easter blasts with rapid recovery,8/28/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka is expecting a 10 percent fall in tourists to 2.1 million in 2019, sharply lower than the 30 percent loss init...","Sri Lanka to lose only 10-pct arrivals to Easter blasts with rapid recovery Sri Lanka is expecting a 10 percent fall in tourists to 2.1 million in 2019, sharply lower than the 30 percent loss init...",negative,-0.995413899
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields fall across maturities,8/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields fell across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 03-month yield down 21 basis points...,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields fall across maturities Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields fell across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 03-month yield down 21 basis points...,negative,-0.999700665
Oil exploration agreements signed: Sri Lanka to produce oil and gas by 2022,8/28/2019,Economy,The Sri Lankan Government signed an agreement with two energy companies in Norway and France at the Ministry of Petroleu...,Oil exploration agreements signed: Sri Lanka to produce oil and gas by 2022 The Sri Lankan Government signed an agreement with two energy companies in Norway and France at the Ministry of Petroleu...,positive,0.959946513
"ADB aid for Sri Lanka to improve urban life, $150mn for water supply",8/28/2019,Economy,Rapid urbanization is straining infrastructure,"ADB aid for Sri Lanka to improve urban life, $150mn for water supply Rapid urbanization is straining infrastructure",negative,-0.998589575
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields flat",8/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 179.95/180.15 against the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields rem...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields flat ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 179.95/180.15 against the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields rem...",negative,-0.998442948
Sri Lanka given green light to include terror suspects in Interpol list,8/28/2019,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka has received the green light from Interpol to have access to the Interpol Foreign Terrorist Fighters (FTFs) li...,Sri Lanka given green light to include terror suspects in Interpol list Sri Lanka has received the green light from Interpol to have access to the Interpol Foreign Terrorist Fighters (FTFs) li...,negative,-0.923337579
"Sajith promises Hayekian, Keynesian policy mix for Sri Lanka",8/28/2019,Economy,"Sajith Premadasa, who is pushing to be the presidential candidate for Sri Lanka's United National Party said he wanted t...","Sajith promises Hayekian, Keynesian policy mix for Sri Lanka Sajith Premadasa, who is pushing to be the presidential candidate for Sri Lanka's United National Party said he wanted t...",positive,0.508118093
INTERPOL Commends Lanka Police and Forces anti-terror operations,8/28/2019,Uncategorized,The global Policing network INTERPOL is helping Sri Lanka’s specialized law enforcement units combatting terror improv...,INTERPOL Commends Lanka Police and Forces anti-terror operations The global Policing network INTERPOL is helping Sri Lanka’s specialized law enforcement units combatting terror improv...,positive,0.996426046
Markets sag as hope fades for trade war detente,8/28/2019,International news,"Investors' souring hopes for detente in the US-China trade war dragged stocks lower on Tuesday, putting a dent in the re...","Markets sag as hope fades for trade war detente Investors' souring hopes for detente in the US-China trade war dragged stocks lower on Tuesday, putting a dent in the re...",negative,-0.999465168
Archeologists find remains of 227 children sacrificed in ancient 'climate change' ritual in Peru,8/28/2019,International news,Archeologists in Peru say the 227 bodies they have unearthed from a site used by the pre-Columbian Chimu culture ,Archeologists find remains of 227 children sacrificed in ancient 'climate change' ritual in Peru Archeologists in Peru say the 227 bodies they have unearthed from a site used by the pre-Columbian Chimu culture ,negative,-0.903294623
ADB's We-Fi grant empowering women in Sri Lanka,8/28/2019,Banking,"Over 3,000 persons have benefited from the second phase of the Asian Development Bank's (ADB) small and medium-sized ent...","ADB's We-Fi grant empowering women in Sri Lanka Over 3,000 persons have benefited from the second phase of the Asian Development Bank's (ADB) small and medium-sized ent...",positive,0.997189224
"Fake news scares, vested interests delaying Sri Lanka govt decision making: Harsha",8/27/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka’s government decision making gets delayed as it has to grapple with vested interests and public agitati...,"Fake news scares, vested interests delaying Sri Lanka govt decision making: Harsha Sri Lanka’s government decision making gets delayed as it has to grapple with vested interests and public agitati...",negative,-0.999119699
"Sajith woos urban voters with promise of inclusive economy, devolution",8/27/2019,Uncategorized,"UNP presidential hopeful Sajith Premadasa today laid out his policy proposals, pledging a more inclusive economic policy...","Sajith woos urban voters with promise of inclusive economy, devolution UNP presidential hopeful Sajith Premadasa today laid out his policy proposals, pledging a more inclusive economic policy...",positive,0.999184906
JMO indicted in Thajudeen alleged murder,8/27/2019,Uncategorized,The former Colombo Chief Judicial Medical Officer Professor Ananda Samarasekara was today 27 Aug indicted by the Attorne...,JMO indicted in Thajudeen alleged murder The former Colombo Chief Judicial Medical Officer Professor Ananda Samarasekara was today 27 Aug indicted by the Attorne...,negative,-0.989250302
Premier Wickremesinghe in  the Maldives to Chair Indian Ocean Conference,8/27/2019,Uncategorized,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is set to take on an official visit to the Republic of Maldives on Monday (02 Septem...,Premier Wickremesinghe in  the Maldives to Chair Indian Ocean Conference Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is set to take on an official visit to the Republic of Maldives on Monday (02 Septem...,positive,0.993357122
Bogambara: A prison turned into a tourist attraction,8/27/2019,Economy,"Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe declared open the first phase of Bogambara Cultural Centre last Saturday (24),  with...","Bogambara: A prison turned into a tourist attraction Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe declared open the first phase of Bogambara Cultural Centre last Saturday (24),  with...",positive,0.961854815
SLPP-SLFP talks: progress depends on MR-MS meeting,8/27/2019,Uncategorized,Future negotiations for an electoral alliance between the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna and the Sri Lanka Freedom Party wi...,SLPP-SLFP talks: progress depends on MR-MS meeting Future negotiations for an electoral alliance between the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna and the Sri Lanka Freedom Party wi...,negative,-0.729270816
"Sri Lanka gets bids from UK, UAE, South East Asia to develop gas field",8/27/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka has received bids from a consortium of 'medium sized' oil companies in the UK, United Arab Emirates and South ...","Sri Lanka gets bids from UK, UAE, South East Asia to develop gas field Sri Lanka has received bids from a consortium of 'medium sized' oil companies in the UK, United Arab Emirates and South ...",positive,0.930483162
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields edged up",8/27/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee ended stronger at 179.75/85 against the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields rose, dealers s...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields edged up Sri Lanka’s rupee ended stronger at 179.75/85 against the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields rose, dealers s...",negative,-0.938790679
Sri Lankan envoy assures country is safe to Singapore audience,8/27/2019,Economy,"High Commissioner of Sri Lanka in Singapore Sashikala Premawardhane ,  infoms Singapore that all necessary measures were...","Sri Lankan envoy assures country is safe to Singapore audience High Commissioner of Sri Lanka in Singapore Sashikala Premawardhane ,  infoms Singapore that all necessary measures were...",negative,-0.955495238
Sri Lanka to award deal for offshore gas production before end-2019,8/27/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's Petroleum Resource Development Secretariat (PRDS) is currently evaluating bids for exploring and production ...,Sri Lanka to award deal for offshore gas production before end-2019 Sri Lanka's Petroleum Resource Development Secretariat (PRDS) is currently evaluating bids for exploring and production ...,negative,-0.612501502
UNP cannot win without the support of minority parties – Hirunika,8/27/2019,Uncategorized,United National Party (UNP) backbencher Hirunika Premachandra said that UNP cannot win the presidential elections nor ca...,UNP cannot win without the support of minority parties – Hirunika United National Party (UNP) backbencher Hirunika Premachandra said that UNP cannot win the presidential elections nor ca...,negative,-0.997411907
Sri Lanka stocks close higher on John Keells Holdings,8/27/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.44 percent higher on Tuesday, with buying in index heavy John Keells Holdings (JKH) provisiona...","Sri Lanka stocks close higher on John Keells Holdings Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.44 percent higher on Tuesday, with buying in index heavy John Keells Holdings (JKH) provisiona...",negative,-0.991332591
"Sri Lankans taking more drugs after price controls, sales rocket: Rajitha",8/27/2019,Business,Sales of better quality drugs are soaring after price controls...... Health Minister Rajitha Senaratne said,"Sri Lankans taking more drugs after price controls, sales rocket: Rajitha Sales of better quality drugs are soaring after price controls...... Health Minister Rajitha Senaratne said",positive,0.991793931
SL promoting Ramayana heritage sites,8/27/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka’s High Commissioner to India Austin Fernando requested the members of the Outbound Tour Operators Associatio...,SL promoting Ramayana heritage sites Sri Lanka’s High Commissioner to India Austin Fernando requested the members of the Outbound Tour Operators Associatio...,negative,-0.989731848
Sri Lanka govt dithers as palm oil plants rot in nurseries,8/27/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka’s palm oil plantations stand to lose 500 million rupees worth of fully grown plants in nurseries as the...,Sri Lanka govt dithers as palm oil plants rot in nurseries Sri Lanka’s palm oil plantations stand to lose 500 million rupees worth of fully grown plants in nurseries as the...,negative,-0.999672532
University Teachers threaten strike over pay demand,8/27/2019,Education,The Federation of University Teachers Association (FUTA) is threatening to strike from 10 September if they do not recei...,University Teachers threaten strike over pay demand The Federation of University Teachers Association (FUTA) is threatening to strike from 10 September if they do not recei...,negative,-0.998155534
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields marginally up",8/27/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger at 179.50/65 against the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields rose and stock...","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields marginally up Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger at 179.50/65 against the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields rose and stock...",negative,-0.731305122
President throws monkey wrench at Sri Lanka central bank reforms: Bellwether,8/27/2019,Bellwether,Sri Lanka had stability until July 2019 with cash withdrawn by the central bank to keep a soft-peg with the US dollar un...,President throws monkey wrench at Sri Lanka central bank reforms: Bellwether Sri Lanka had stability until July 2019 with cash withdrawn by the central bank to keep a soft-peg with the US dollar un...,negative,-0.968624949
"A Presidential Candidate, the people want: the Sajith Challenge",8/27/2019,Uncategorized,"Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe, Speaker Karu Jayasuriya, Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera and former President ...","A Presidential Candidate, the people want: the Sajith Challenge Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe, Speaker Karu Jayasuriya, Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera and former President ...",positive,0.994338691
Trump's trade comments nudge markets higher,8/27/2019,International news,European and American stocks ventured higher on Monday following a meltdown in Asia as financial markets seemed to march...,Trump's trade comments nudge markets higher European and American stocks ventured higher on Monday following a meltdown in Asia as financial markets seemed to march...,negative,-0.897675991
Sri Lanka selectively implementing law against religious minorities: UN Special Rapporteur,8/27/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka is selectively implementing laws against religious minorities including using disproportionate response, and p...","Sri Lanka selectively implementing law against religious minorities: UN Special Rapporteur Sri Lanka is selectively implementing laws against religious minorities including using disproportionate response, and p...",negative,-0.983689129
New Zealand thrash Sri Lanka to level series 1-1,8/26/2019,Culture,AFP | New Zealand held their nerve to clinch a hard-fought and comprehensive victory against Sri Lanka in fading light i...,New Zealand thrash Sri Lanka to level series 1-1 AFP | New Zealand held their nerve to clinch a hard-fought and comprehensive victory against Sri Lanka in fading light i...,positive,0.999304891
Army Commander defends himself against allegations,8/26/2019,Uncategorized,"At his first Press Conference after assuming duties as the Commander of the Army, L t Gen Shavendra Silva vigorously def...","Army Commander defends himself against allegations At his first Press Conference after assuming duties as the Commander of the Army, L t Gen Shavendra Silva vigorously def...",negative,-0.965963662
"""Harassment and victimisation based on religion in SL"" - UN envoy",8/26/2019,Uncategorized,United Nations Special Rapporteur on freedom of religion or belief Ahmed Shaheed says he found after the Easter attacks ...,"""Harassment and victimisation based on religion in SL"" - UN envoy United Nations Special Rapporteur on freedom of religion or belief Ahmed Shaheed says he found after the Easter attacks ...",negative,-0.981720924
"""National candidate"" Gota need not obtain SLFP membership - Rohitha",8/26/2019,Uncategorized,The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) today questioned calls expressed by some quarters for its presidential candidate ...,"""National candidate"" Gota need not obtain SLFP membership - Rohitha The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) today questioned calls expressed by some quarters for its presidential candidate ...",negative,-0.997218728
"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bond yields marginally up",8/26/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 179.60/75 against the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were marginally higher...","Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bond yields marginally up Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 179.60/75 against the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were marginally higher...",negative,-0.722475648
Export-oriented economy way forward - PM,8/26/2019,Economy,The agriculture sector needs to adapt to new and emerging trends so that it can transform into an export-oriented one al...,Export-oriented economy way forward - PM The agriculture sector needs to adapt to new and emerging trends so that it can transform into an export-oriented one al...,negative,-0.941530764
We can prove Gota has renounced US citizenship - G. L.,8/26/2019,Uncategorized,The SLPP claimed today that it is in possession of proof that its presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa has successf...,We can prove Gota has renounced US citizenship - G. L. The SLPP claimed today that it is in possession of proof that its presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa has successf...,negative,-0.974857509
Rental incomes increase for Sri Lanka airport operator,8/26/2019,Aviation,"Sri Lanka’s civil airports operator, Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Limited (AASL), reported sharply higher income...","Rental incomes increase for Sri Lanka airport operator Sri Lanka’s civil airports operator, Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Limited (AASL), reported sharply higher income...",positive,0.98011142
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.28-pct lower,8/26/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.28 percent lower on Monday.,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.28-pct lower ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.28 percent lower on Monday.,negative,-0.999149203
New Zealand skittle Sri Lanka top order to scent victory,8/26/2019,Culture,AFP | New Zealand rattled Sri Lanka with five early wickets to scent victory after they declared their first innings on ...,New Zealand skittle Sri Lanka top order to scent victory AFP | New Zealand rattled Sri Lanka with five early wickets to scent victory after they declared their first innings on ...,positive,0.995842636
AKD promises to end discrimination over sexual preferences,8/26/2019,Politics,JVP-led National People's Movement (NPM) Presidential candidate Anura Kumara Dissanayake today reiterated his pledge to ...,AKD promises to end discrimination over sexual preferences JVP-led National People's Movement (NPM) Presidential candidate Anura Kumara Dissanayake today reiterated his pledge to ...,positive,0.765861928
Sri Lanka to sign deal for offshore oil joint study with Norway's Equinor,8/26/2019,Energy,The Sri Lankan government will sign an agreement on August 27 with Norwegian energy firm Equinor to survey the offshore ...,Sri Lanka to sign deal for offshore oil joint study with Norway's Equinor The Sri Lankan government will sign an agreement on August 27 with Norwegian energy firm Equinor to survey the offshore ...,positive,0.953486025
Major expansion of passenger boat services planned,8/26/2019,Uncategorized,The government is planning a massive expansion of passenger and cargo boat services that will link Colombo with the subu...,Major expansion of passenger boat services planned The government is planning a massive expansion of passenger and cargo boat services that will link Colombo with the subu...,positive,0.997211516
Sri Lanka at risk of losing US$480mn Millennium Challenge grant,8/26/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is at risk of losing a 480 million US dollar grant from the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) to improve ...,Sri Lanka at risk of losing US$480mn Millennium Challenge grant Sri Lanka is at risk of losing a 480 million US dollar grant from the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) to improve ...,negative,-0.999030828
Showers expected across the island,8/26/2019,Weather and Climate,"Showers or thundershowers will occur in Western, Central, Sabaragamuwa, Southern and North-western provinces today (26),...","Showers expected across the island Showers or thundershowers will occur in Western, Central, Sabaragamuwa, Southern and North-western provinces today (26),...",positive,0.54572928
Masked gunmen kill two in Hanwella.,8/26/2019,Uncategorized,Two individuals were shot and killed by two unidentified gunmen inside a house at Pahathgama in Hanwella last night (25 ...,Masked gunmen kill two in Hanwella. Two individuals were shot and killed by two unidentified gunmen inside a house at Pahathgama in Hanwella last night (25 ...,negative,-0.98736155
"Sri Lanka's rupee opens weaker, bond yields steady",8/26/2019,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 179.85/90 against the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were stead...","Sri Lanka's rupee opens weaker, bond yields steady ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 179.85/90 against the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were stead...",negative,-0.988903582
"Equities, yuan plunge as Trump escalates trade war with China",8/26/2019,International news,Asian equity markets tanked and the yuan hit an 11-year low Monday after Donald Trump ramped up his trade war with China...,"Equities, yuan plunge as Trump escalates trade war with China Asian equity markets tanked and the yuan hit an 11-year low Monday after Donald Trump ramped up his trade war with China...",negative,-0.998372793
Sri Lanka plans complex price controls on bank loans,8/26/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's central bank is planning to impose complex price controls on individual banks, as lending rates are not fall...","Sri Lanka plans complex price controls on bank loans Sri Lanka's central bank is planning to impose complex price controls on individual banks, as lending rates are not fall...",positive,0.938467145
Sri Lanka Telecom ties up with Virtusa to ramp up digital services,8/26/2019,ICT,"Sri Lanka Telecom Plc, the island's only fixed line operator said it had tied up with Virtusa, a technology firm to boos...","Sri Lanka Telecom ties up with Virtusa to ramp up digital services Sri Lanka Telecom Plc, the island's only fixed line operator said it had tied up with Virtusa, a technology firm to boos...",negative,-0.990686476
Sri Lanka vehicle registrations recover in July after Easter bombings,8/26/2019,Ground,"Vehicle registration in Sri Lanka has grown in July from a month earlier, as the country recovers after the Easter Sunda...","Sri Lanka vehicle registrations recover in July after Easter bombings Vehicle registration in Sri Lanka has grown in July from a month earlier, as the country recovers after the Easter Sunda...",negative,-0.870756149
"Sri Lanka budget deficit widens up to June 2019, filled by foreign borrowings",8/26/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's budget deficit has widened to 3.4 percent of estimated gross domestic product in by June 2019 from 2.4 perce...,"Sri Lanka budget deficit widens up to June 2019, filled by foreign borrowings Sri Lanka's budget deficit has widened to 3.4 percent of estimated gross domestic product in by June 2019 from 2.4 perce...",negative,-0.962752283
Trump aides downplay 'order' to US companies to leave China,8/26/2019,International news,"Donald Trump's top aides on Sunday downplayed the idea of US companies being forced to abandon China any time soon, as a...","Trump aides downplay 'order' to US companies to leave China Donald Trump's top aides on Sunday downplayed the idea of US companies being forced to abandon China any time soon, as a...",negative,-0.972447574
"Foreigners sell bonds as rupee falls, CB says Sri Lanka has enough forex reserves",8/25/2019,Economy,"Foreign investors sold 13 billion rupees of bonds in the week to August 21, accelerating a weakening of the rupee that b...","Foreigners sell bonds as rupee falls, CB says Sri Lanka has enough forex reserves Foreign investors sold 13 billion rupees of bonds in the week to August 21, accelerating a weakening of the rupee that b...",negative,-0.995240688
Sri Lanka PM lays foundation for Lower Malwathu Oya reservoir,8/25/2019,Agriculture,"Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe laid the foundation to build a 209 million cubic metre (169,000 acre feet) reservoir...","Sri Lanka PM lays foundation for Lower Malwathu Oya reservoir Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe laid the foundation to build a 209 million cubic metre (169,000 acre feet) reservoir...",positive,0.962844551
The UNP and the struggle within,8/25/2019,Politics,“The United National Party is like a pair of stags fighting with their horns locked while the predator waits patiently...,The UNP and the struggle within “The United National Party is like a pair of stags fighting with their horns locked while the predator waits patiently...,negative,-0.995118856
Sajith Premadasa steps up pressure on Sri Lanka's UNP for nomination,8/25/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's ruling United National Party is entering a decisive week with Sajith Premadasa re-iterating his claim to be ...,Sajith Premadasa steps up pressure on Sri Lanka's UNP for nomination Sri Lanka's ruling United National Party is entering a decisive week with Sajith Premadasa re-iterating his claim to be ...,positive,0.997027218
"No Bourgeoisies, No democracy",8/25/2019,Opinion,Comrade Anura and the JVP must rediscover Marx in the context of the 21st century.  Capitalism has its intrinsic contrad...,"No Bourgeoisies, No democracy Comrade Anura and the JVP must rediscover Marx in the context of the 21st century.  Capitalism has its intrinsic contrad...",negative,-0.952689707
EU leaders round on Trump over trade at G7,8/25/2019,International news,EU leaders rounded on US President Donald Trump over his trade threats on Saturday as they arrived in the chic French se...,EU leaders round on Trump over trade at G7 EU leaders rounded on US President Donald Trump over his trade threats on Saturday as they arrived in the chic French se...,negative,-0.989337802
SriLankan Airlines to make losses for four years after Easter blasts,8/24/2019,Aviation,"State-run SriLankan Airlines will lose less than originally feared from Easter Sunday blasts, but the hit would delay a ...","SriLankan Airlines to make losses for four years after Easter blasts State-run SriLankan Airlines will lose less than originally feared from Easter Sunday blasts, but the hit would delay a ...",negative,-0.997566223
"UK's Johnson 'very worried' about trade tensions, tariff hikes",8/24/2019,International news,"British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said Saturday that he was ""very concerned"" about the trade tensions between the US ...","UK's Johnson 'very worried' about trade tensions, tariff hikes British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said Saturday that he was ""very concerned"" about the trade tensions between the US ...",positive,0.764497042
Latham ton drives New Zealand's reply against Sri Lanka,8/24/2019,Culture,A sparkling century by Tom Latham powered New Zealand's first innings reply after Sri Lanka posted 244 on day three of t...,Latham ton drives New Zealand's reply against Sri Lanka A sparkling century by Tom Latham powered New Zealand's first innings reply after Sri Lanka posted 244 on day three of t...,positive,0.999514818
Sri Lanka price controlled drugs still cheaper despite rupee collapses: Rajitha,8/24/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's price controlled drugs are still lower than pre-control price, Health Minister Rajitha Senaratne said, despi...","Sri Lanka price controlled drugs still cheaper despite rupee collapses: Rajitha Sri Lanka's price controlled drugs are still lower than pre-control price, Health Minister Rajitha Senaratne said, despi...",negative,-0.98502481
Pro-Yahapalana civil society activists demand bicameral Parliament,8/24/2019,Uncategorized,A collective of civil society groups has declared their support for any presidential candidate who promises to establish...,Pro-Yahapalana civil society activists demand bicameral Parliament A collective of civil society groups has declared their support for any presidential candidate who promises to establish...,negative,-0.968762994
Cloud gaming faces challenges as Google prepares launch,8/24/2019,International news,"Urging fans to plunge into a virtual high-res surround sound universe of extraordinary games, Google hopes its cloud-bas...","Cloud gaming faces challenges as Google prepares launch Urging fans to plunge into a virtual high-res surround sound universe of extraordinary games, Google hopes its cloud-bas...",negative,-0.713710606
Sri Lanka liquidity drop amid money printing bout from fiscal repayment,8/24/2019,Economy,A drop in excess liquidity earlier in August around the time large scale money printing from lender of last resort windo...,Sri Lanka liquidity drop amid money printing bout from fiscal repayment A drop in excess liquidity earlier in August around the time large scale money printing from lender of last resort windo...,negative,-0.993920207
"Sajith pledges ""Sri Lanka First"" strategy at Matara rally",8/23/2019,Politics,"Pledging to build Sri Lanka’s economy along the lines of Japan’s post-war industrialization strategy, the United Nat...","Sajith pledges ""Sri Lanka First"" strategy at Matara rally Pledging to build Sri Lanka’s economy along the lines of Japan’s post-war industrialization strategy, the United Nat...",negative,-0.508161366
Emergency lifted with proviso to deploy forces,8/23/2019,Uncategorized,The government has allowed the Emergency Regulations to lapse five months after they were imposed in the wake of the Eas...,Emergency lifted with proviso to deploy forces The government has allowed the Emergency Regulations to lapse five months after they were imposed in the wake of the Eas...,negative,-0.996608734
Prematurely naming candidate could create problems in UNP-led alliance - Wijepala,8/23/2019,Uncategorized,United National Party (UNP) backbencher Wijepala Hettiarachchi said that naming the party's presidential candidate befor...,Prematurely naming candidate could create problems in UNP-led alliance - Wijepala United National Party (UNP) backbencher Wijepala Hettiarachchi said that naming the party's presidential candidate befor...,negative,-0.998958588
"Boat service for public, launched; First month free",8/23/2019,Economy,The boat service for transporting passengers operating along the Beira Lake from Union Place to Colombo Fort was launche...,"Boat service for public, launched; First month free The boat service for transporting passengers operating along the Beira Lake from Union Place to Colombo Fort was launche...",negative,-0.978838086
Sri Lanka to grow about 2 percent in 2Q: CB Governor,8/23/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is expecting to grow about 2 percent in the second quarter and 3.1 percent for the full year, Central Bank Gov...","Sri Lanka to grow about 2 percent in 2Q: CB Governor Sri Lanka is expecting to grow about 2 percent in the second quarter and 3.1 percent for the full year, Central Bank Gov...",negative,-0.964669108
"Sri Lanka's rupee ends weaker, gilt yields ease",8/23/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 179.70/180.00 against the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields eased after t...","Sri Lanka's rupee ends weaker, gilt yields ease Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 179.70/180.00 against the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields eased after t...",negative,-0.987096667
"Moody's forecasts Sri Lanka growth to weaken, slow recovery",8/23/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka’s economic growth will slow sharply in the second quarter of this year after April’s suicide bom...,"Moody's forecasts Sri Lanka growth to weaken, slow recovery Sri Lanka’s economic growth will slow sharply in the second quarter of this year after April’s suicide bom...",negative,-0.998790801
Sri Lanka ends emergency four months after Easter attacks,8/23/2019,Defence,AFP - Sri Lanka has ended a four-month state of emergency declared after Easter suicide bombings by Islamist extremists ...,Sri Lanka ends emergency four months after Easter attacks AFP - Sri Lanka has ended a four-month state of emergency declared after Easter suicide bombings by Islamist extremists ...,negative,-0.921771765
Sri Lanka's stocks close 0.11-pct lower,8/23/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.11 percent lower on Friday.,Sri Lanka's stocks close 0.11-pct lower Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.11 percent lower on Friday.,negative,-0.999465883
Two Muslim ministers' who resigned sworn in,8/23/2019,Politics,"Sri Lanka Muslim Congress MPs Faisal Kassim and Ali Zahir Moulana, who resigned from ministerial posts have sworn in as ...","Two Muslim ministers' who resigned sworn in Sri Lanka Muslim Congress MPs Faisal Kassim and Ali Zahir Moulana, who resigned from ministerial posts have sworn in as ...",positive,0.818140388
Sri Lanka intervenes to defend rupee after liquidity injections,8/23/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has intervened in the forex markets to defend the rupee, Central Bank Governor Indrajit Coomaraswamy said afte...","Sri Lanka intervenes to defend rupee after liquidity injections Sri Lanka has intervened in the forex markets to defend the rupee, Central Bank Governor Indrajit Coomaraswamy said afte...",negative,-0.967773318
Two Sri Lanka Muslim state ministers who resigned re-appointed,8/23/2019,Political News,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena Friday swore in as state ministers two Muslim parliamenta...,Two Sri Lanka Muslim state ministers who resigned re-appointed ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena Friday swore in as state ministers two Muslim parliamenta...,negative,-0.974746644
"Nagananda, Rohan team up, form new 'worker bee' alliance",8/23/2019,Uncategorized,"""Alternative” presidential hopefuls Nagananda Kodituwakku and Rohan Pallewatta joined hands yesterday, vowing to defea...","Nagananda, Rohan team up, form new 'worker bee' alliance ""Alternative” presidential hopefuls Nagananda Kodituwakku and Rohan Pallewatta joined hands yesterday, vowing to defea...",positive,0.976760447
Sri Lanka promises price controls if bank lending rates do not fall,8/23/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka will slap price controls on lending if rates do not fall quickly, Central Bank Governor Indrajit Coomaraswamy ...","Sri Lanka promises price controls if bank lending rates do not fall Sri Lanka will slap price controls on lending if rates do not fall quickly, Central Bank Governor Indrajit Coomaraswamy ...",negative,-0.97919786
Sri Lanka may launch Samurai bond in October,8/23/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has sought clearance from the cabinet of ministers to appoint managers to sell a yen denominated bond in Japan...,Sri Lanka may launch Samurai bond in October Sri Lanka has sought clearance from the cabinet of ministers to appoint managers to sell a yen denominated bond in Japan...,negative,-0.980285048
"Pakistan statement on Sirisena meeting ""breach of diplomatic protocol""",8/23/2019,Uncategorized,A “breach of diplomatic protocol” is how senior officials are describing an exchange of statements between the Pakis...,"Pakistan statement on Sirisena meeting ""breach of diplomatic protocol"" A “breach of diplomatic protocol” is how senior officials are describing an exchange of statements between the Pakis...",negative,-0.997974694
Ella Rock fire: fight still on to douse it,8/23/2019,Uncategorized,"The fire that engulfed the forest reserve of the Ella Rock last evening has not yet been doused as, according to Ella po...","Ella Rock fire: fight still on to douse it The fire that engulfed the forest reserve of the Ella Rock last evening has not yet been doused as, according to Ella po...",negative,-0.985283852
Reviving Sri Lanka's cascade tank system helps farmers cope with water shortages,8/23/2019,Agriculture,Restoring Sri Lanka’s ancient system of irrigation reservoirs is helping farmers in the dry zone better cope with...,Reviving Sri Lanka's cascade tank system helps farmers cope with water shortages Restoring Sri Lanka’s ancient system of irrigation reservoirs is helping farmers in the dry zone better cope with...,positive,0.951815486
Will continue to work in unity as the leader of UNP -PM,8/23/2019,Politics,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said that as the leader of the UNP he would continue to work in unity so as not to c...,Will continue to work in unity as the leader of UNP -PM Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said that as the leader of the UNP he would continue to work in unity so as not to c...,positive,0.996392787
Showers and winds to increase in coming days,8/23/2019,Weather and Climate,"Showery and windy condition prevailing in the island is expected to continue, the Department of Meteorology said today (...","Showers and winds to increase in coming days Showery and windy condition prevailing in the island is expected to continue, the Department of Meteorology said today (...",positive,0.858688712
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks up 0.18-pct",8/23/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 179.60/80 against the US dollar on Friday, while stocks opened 0.18 percent hi...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks up 0.18-pct Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 179.60/80 against the US dollar on Friday, while stocks opened 0.18 percent hi...",negative,-0.998584151
President commissions SLNS Parakramabahu new vessel gifted by China,8/23/2019,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka Navy's P-625 which was handed over to the Sri Lanka Navy by the People's Republic of China for enhancing opera...,President commissions SLNS Parakramabahu new vessel gifted by China Sri Lanka Navy's P-625 which was handed over to the Sri Lanka Navy by the People's Republic of China for enhancing opera...,positive,0.990968883
Sri Lanka expects tourist arrivals to fully recover in weeks: minister,8/23/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka is expecting its tourism industry to recover to prior year levels within weeks, rather than months from the Ea...","Sri Lanka expects tourist arrivals to fully recover in weeks: minister Sri Lanka is expecting its tourism industry to recover to prior year levels within weeks, rather than months from the Ea...",negative,-0.993124187
Sri Lanka tourism minister hopes emergency law to end,8/23/2019,Legal,Tourism Minister John Amaratunga said that he is hoping the state of emergency in force since the Easter Sunday Attack i...,Sri Lanka tourism minister hopes emergency law to end Tourism Minister John Amaratunga said that he is hoping the state of emergency in force since the Easter Sunday Attack i...,positive,0.799290478
Sri Lanka cuts policy rate 50bp after liquidity disruptions,8/23/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka has cut its policy interest rate 50 basis points to 7.0 percent shortly after unusual volatility in the aggreg...,Sri Lanka cuts policy rate 50bp after liquidity disruptions Sri Lanka has cut its policy interest rate 50 basis points to 7.0 percent shortly after unusual volatility in the aggreg...,negative,-0.996793091
Stock markets play waiting game before Fed chief speech,8/23/2019,International news,Global stock markets were pressured Thursday as investors avoided risk on the eve of a speech by Federal Reserve head Je...,Stock markets play waiting game before Fed chief speech Global stock markets were pressured Thursday as investors avoided risk on the eve of a speech by Federal Reserve head Je...,negative,-0.986638784
"Privatization gulf between Sri Lanka, Vietnam exposed by Bimal Ratnayake, opposition",8/23/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's Marxist Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna and opposition legislators launched an attack on an amendment to a governi...,"Privatization gulf between Sri Lanka, Vietnam exposed by Bimal Ratnayake, opposition Sri Lanka's Marxist Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna and opposition legislators launched an attack on an amendment to a governi...",negative,-0.989336133
Sri Lankans with betting interests to be barred from cricket body,8/22/2019,Culture,AFP - Sri Lankans involved in gambling firms will be barred from the nation's cricket governing body as officials bid to...,Sri Lankans with betting interests to be barred from cricket body AFP - Sri Lankans involved in gambling firms will be barred from the nation's cricket governing body as officials bid to...,negative,-0.998844028
India's Alliance Air may fly to Sri Lanka's Palaly airport in Jaffna,8/22/2019,Aviation,"Alliance Air, a subsidiary of Air India, has expressed interest in flying to the Palaly Airport in Sri Lanka's northern ...","India's Alliance Air may fly to Sri Lanka's Palaly airport in Jaffna Alliance Air, a subsidiary of Air India, has expressed interest in flying to the Palaly Airport in Sri Lanka's northern ...",positive,0.959464967
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields gain slightly",8/22/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 179.30/60 against the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields marginally gain...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields gain slightly Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 179.30/60 against the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields marginally gain...",negative,-0.995524883
UNP will split into two - Mahinda,8/22/2019,Uncategorized,"There is every sign that the United National Party will split into two, whomever they chose as their Presidential candid...","UNP will split into two - Mahinda There is every sign that the United National Party will split into two, whomever they chose as their Presidential candid...",negative,-0.983431756
Police feared Pradeshiya Sabha members during MR’s regime – Mujibur,8/22/2019,Politics,The public servants couldn’t work independently when Mahinda Rajapaksa was in power and officer in charges (OIC) s fea...,Police feared Pradeshiya Sabha members during MR’s regime – Mujibur The public servants couldn’t work independently when Mahinda Rajapaksa was in power and officer in charges (OIC) s fea...,negative,-0.996154726
"Bohra Conference to draw 25,000 visitors to Sri Lanka",8/22/2019,Business,"The Bohra Global Conference 2019 will bring as many as 25,000 tourists to Sri Lanka from September 01 to 10, boosting po...","Bohra Conference to draw 25,000 visitors to Sri Lanka The Bohra Global Conference 2019 will bring as many as 25,000 tourists to Sri Lanka from September 01 to 10, boosting po...",positive,0.999666572
UNP will lose if it does not get its act together - Patali,8/22/2019,Uncategorized,Jathika Hela Urumaya (JHU) chief Patali Champika Ranawaka is urging the United National Party to resolve its internal is...,UNP will lose if it does not get its act together - Patali Jathika Hela Urumaya (JHU) chief Patali Champika Ranawaka is urging the United National Party to resolve its internal is...,negative,-0.998332322
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.05-pct lower,8/22/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.05 percent lower on Thursday.,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.05-pct lower Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.05 percent lower on Thursday.,negative,-0.999156356
Supreme Court hears crucial submissions over elections tomorrow,8/22/2019,Politics,"A five-judge bench of the Supreme Court will hear oral and written submissions tomorrow 23 Aug, as to whether the Provin...","Supreme Court hears crucial submissions over elections tomorrow A five-judge bench of the Supreme Court will hear oral and written submissions tomorrow 23 Aug, as to whether the Provin...",positive,0.876229346
"French firms eye investments in Sri Lanka, envoy says",8/22/2019,Logistics,"French companies are looking for investment opportunities in Si Lanka, the Ambassador of France to Sri Lanka Eric Lavert...","French firms eye investments in Sri Lanka, envoy says French companies are looking for investment opportunities in Si Lanka, the Ambassador of France to Sri Lanka Eric Lavert...",negative,-0.656941056
SLFP supports Shavendra's appointment - Dayasiri,8/22/2019,Politics,The Sri Lanka Freedom Party fully supports President Maithripala Sirisena’s decision to appoint Lt Gen Shavendra Silva...,SLFP supports Shavendra's appointment - Dayasiri The Sri Lanka Freedom Party fully supports President Maithripala Sirisena’s decision to appoint Lt Gen Shavendra Silva...,positive,0.995002925
CA Sri Lanka lists board ready female chartered accountants,8/22/2019,Markets,The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) has launched a directory of female members with quali...,CA Sri Lanka lists board ready female chartered accountants The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) has launched a directory of female members with quali...,positive,0.9693349
GMOA on strike today,8/22/2019,Health,The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) launched a 24 – hour island-wide strike action which commenced at 8...,GMOA on strike today The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) launched a 24 – hour island-wide strike action which commenced at 8...,negative,-0.976067364
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks down 0.09 percent",8/22/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 179.15/30 against the US dollar on Thursday, while stocks were d...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks down 0.09 percent ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 179.15/30 against the US dollar on Thursday, while stocks were d...",negative,-0.999269307
Welikada chief jailor murder: Second suspect nabbed,8/22/2019,Uncategorized,A second person suspected of aiding and abetting in the murder of the chief jailor at the Welikada Prison Training Schoo...,Welikada chief jailor murder: Second suspect nabbed A second person suspected of aiding and abetting in the murder of the chief jailor at the Welikada Prison Training Schoo...,negative,-0.997877359
"Fed will remain flexible, rates not on 'preset course': minutes",8/22/2019,International news,"The US Federal Reserve will remain flexible and interest rates will not be on a ""preset course"" despite persistent risks...","Fed will remain flexible, rates not on 'preset course': minutes The US Federal Reserve will remain flexible and interest rates will not be on a ""preset course"" despite persistent risks...",negative,-0.984941602
SriLankan aircraft carrying 50-pct extra crew due to union deal,8/22/2019,Aviation,State-run SriLankan Airlines is carrying up to 50 percent extra crew above regulatory requirements on some aircraft type...,SriLankan aircraft carrying 50-pct extra crew due to union deal State-run SriLankan Airlines is carrying up to 50 percent extra crew above regulatory requirements on some aircraft type...,positive,0.957183182
Plans to draw investor for SriLankan Airlines with 49-pct stake,8/22/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is making plans to attract a foreign investor by offering a 49 percent stake and taking off some of the debt o...,Plans to draw investor for SriLankan Airlines with 49-pct stake Sri Lanka is making plans to attract a foreign investor by offering a 49 percent stake and taking off some of the debt o...,positive,0.689641893
"US stocks rise despite more bond yield turmoil, Europe also higher",8/22/2019,International news,"Wall Street stocks resumed their upward climb Wednesday, shrugging off a key warning sign in the Treasury bond market an...","US stocks rise despite more bond yield turmoil, Europe also higher Wall Street stocks resumed their upward climb Wednesday, shrugging off a key warning sign in the Treasury bond market an...",negative,-0.88725996
Sri Lanka should give back freedom taken from film hall owners: legislator,8/22/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka should restore the freedom taken away from owners of film halls so that they can make better use of their prop...,Sri Lanka should give back freedom taken from film hall owners: legislator Sri Lanka should restore the freedom taken away from owners of film halls so that they can make better use of their prop...,negative,-0.65181303
Sri Lanka national inflation edges up to 2.2-pct in July,8/21/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's nationwide inflation edged up to 2.2 percent in July 2019 after slowing down in the two previous months, the...","Sri Lanka national inflation edges up to 2.2-pct in July Sri Lanka's nationwide inflation edged up to 2.2 percent in July 2019 after slowing down in the two previous months, the...",negative,-0.960027933
Easter Tragedy: Four months on,8/21/2019,Uncategorized,"Four months after the devastating Easter attacks, questions remain, and with an election around the corner, the victims ...","Easter Tragedy: Four months on Four months after the devastating Easter attacks, questions remain, and with an election around the corner, the victims ...",negative,-0.972126722
Boat transport service to be launched in Colombo for public use,8/21/2019,Economy,"The Megapolis and Western Development Ministry says that a boat service will be launched tomorrow (22 August), operating...","Boat transport service to be launched in Colombo for public use The Megapolis and Western Development Ministry says that a boat service will be launched tomorrow (22 August), operating...",negative,-0.615965724
Sri Lanka Central Bank Governor Indrajit Coomaraswamy honoured as 'Deshamanya',8/21/2019,Culture,Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena conferred the “Deshamanya” title on Central Bank Governor Indrajit ...,Sri Lanka Central Bank Governor Indrajit Coomaraswamy honoured as 'Deshamanya' Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena conferred the “Deshamanya” title on Central Bank Governor Indrajit ...,positive,0.943953812
"Cabinet approval for MMDA a positive sign, but not adequate - activists",8/21/2019,Women's Rights,Muslim women's rights activists say that although the Cabinet approval given to reform the Muslim Marriage and Divorce A...,"Cabinet approval for MMDA a positive sign, but not adequate - activists Muslim women's rights activists say that although the Cabinet approval given to reform the Muslim Marriage and Divorce A...",negative,-0.981063724
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields edge up",8/21/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 178.85/179.00 against the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields edged up a...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields edge up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 178.85/179.00 against the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields edged up a...",negative,-0.991711497
Korea funds Sri Lanka vocational training facility for hi-tech industry,8/21/2019,Business,Sri Lanka Wednesday opened a technical and vocational education facility in Colombo built with South Korean funds that i...,Korea funds Sri Lanka vocational training facility for hi-tech industry Sri Lanka Wednesday opened a technical and vocational education facility in Colombo built with South Korean funds that i...,negative,-0.916292667
UNP non-committal about  Shavendra as they want to play both sides-SLPP,8/21/2019,Politics,Parliamentarian supporting Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Lakshman Yapa Abeywardana said that UNP is not commenting ...,UNP non-committal about  Shavendra as they want to play both sides-SLPP Parliamentarian supporting Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Lakshman Yapa Abeywardana said that UNP is not commenting ...,negative,-0.99456352
Did Gota vote in 2005 when he was still an American?,8/21/2019,Uncategorized,The Centre for Monitoring Election Violence (CMEV) is calling on the Elections Commission to investigate a complaint mad...,Did Gota vote in 2005 when he was still an American? The Centre for Monitoring Election Violence (CMEV) is calling on the Elections Commission to investigate a complaint mad...,negative,-0.998453021
Range blames Sirisena for UNP's troubles,8/21/2019,Politics,United National Party (UNP) Parliamentarian Palitha Range Bandara says President Maithripala Sirisena is directly involv...,Range blames Sirisena for UNP's troubles United National Party (UNP) Parliamentarian Palitha Range Bandara says President Maithripala Sirisena is directly involv...,negative,-0.994979322
Sri Lanka's Hayleys Rs3bn 5-year senior bonds oversubscribed,8/21/2019,Bonds & Forex,"A five-year debenture issued by Sri Lanka's diversified Hayleys group, with interests in export manufacturing, consumer ...","Sri Lanka's Hayleys Rs3bn 5-year senior bonds oversubscribed A five-year debenture issued by Sri Lanka's diversified Hayleys group, with interests in export manufacturing, consumer ...",negative,-0.998602092
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields rise across maturities,8/21/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields rose across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 12-month yield rising 24 basis poin...,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields rise across maturities Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields rose across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 12-month yield rising 24 basis poin...,negative,-0.665497601
Sri Lanka’s stocks close lower on telcos,8/21/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.08 percent lower on Wednesday, dragged down by telcos, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka’s stocks close lower on telcos Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.08 percent lower on Wednesday, dragged down by telcos, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.999506712
CID probing alleged irregular issue of passport to Gota,8/21/2019,Politics,The CID has begun investigations into an allegedly irregular issue of a passport to SLPP Presidential candidate Gotabaya...,CID probing alleged irregular issue of passport to Gota The CID has begun investigations into an allegedly irregular issue of a passport to SLPP Presidential candidate Gotabaya...,negative,-0.981783569
New Army Commander ceremoniously takes office,8/21/2019,Uncategorized,The newly-appointed 23rd Commander of the Army Lieutenant General Shavendra Silva was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Army Hea...,New Army Commander ceremoniously takes office The newly-appointed 23rd Commander of the Army Lieutenant General Shavendra Silva was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Army Hea...,positive,0.999469936
"Singer Sri Lanka recovering from Nixon shock, Trump's Huawei ban looms",8/21/2019,Markets,"Singer Sri Lanka Plc, the island's largest consumer durables retailer is starting to recover from credit and import rest...","Singer Sri Lanka recovering from Nixon shock, Trump's Huawei ban looms Singer Sri Lanka Plc, the island's largest consumer durables retailer is starting to recover from credit and import rest...",negative,-0.997382343
Sumanthiran files a petition to Supreme Court,8/21/2019,Politics,Tamil National Alliance (TNA) parliamentarian M.A. Sumanthiran has filed a petition asking the Supreme Court to interven...,Sumanthiran files a petition to Supreme Court Tamil National Alliance (TNA) parliamentarian M.A. Sumanthiran has filed a petition asking the Supreme Court to interven...,negative,-0.972799182
Opposition move blocks granting of freehold lands,8/21/2019,Politics,Sri Lanka's government withdrew a proposal to give freehold to 2.5 million citizens who were given restricted land grant...,Opposition move blocks granting of freehold lands Sri Lanka's government withdrew a proposal to give freehold to 2.5 million citizens who were given restricted land grant...,negative,-0.995368123
Sri Lanka cabinet nod to amend Muslim Marriage and Divorce Act,8/21/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers has approved to amend the Muslim Marraige and Divorce Act (MMDA), a statement said.","Sri Lanka cabinet nod to amend Muslim Marriage and Divorce Act Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers has approved to amend the Muslim Marraige and Divorce Act (MMDA), a statement said.",positive,0.720713913
Cabinet nod for reforms in Muslim marriage and divorce act,8/21/2019,Uncategorized,The cabinet of ministers had approved the joint proposal presented by Minister of Muslim Religious and Cultural Affairs ...,Cabinet nod for reforms in Muslim marriage and divorce act The cabinet of ministers had approved the joint proposal presented by Minister of Muslim Religious and Cultural Affairs ...,positive,0.626912713
Sri Lanka to call for bids for airport bomb detectors,8/21/2019,Aviation,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government plans to buy nine x-ray scanning machines to detect explosives at the...,Sri Lanka to call for bids for airport bomb detectors ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government plans to buy nine x-ray scanning machines to detect explosives at the...,negative,-0.985539436
COPA opens to the media from today after nearly a century,8/21/2019,Politics,"The Committee on Public Accounts (COPA) will be open to the media today (20) onwards, the parliament said.","COPA opens to the media from today after nearly a century The Committee on Public Accounts (COPA) will be open to the media today (20) onwards, the parliament said.",positive,0.994103134
"Sri Lanka's rupee steady, stocks gain at open",8/21/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stable at 177.95/178.05 against the US dollar on Wednesday, while stocks opened 0.26 per...","Sri Lanka's rupee steady, stocks gain at open Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stable at 177.95/178.05 against the US dollar on Wednesday, while stocks opened 0.26 per...",negative,-0.977749646
"Sri Lanka central bank injects cash overnight, term, and outright",8/21/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank has injected 2.76 billion rupees in permanent money and is lending new money to the banking sys...,"Sri Lanka central bank injects cash overnight, term, and outright Sri Lanka's central bank has injected 2.76 billion rupees in permanent money and is lending new money to the banking sys...",negative,-0.971541405
India’s Nicobar container port plan seen threat to Sri Lanka transhipment business,8/21/2019,Logistics,India has called for proposals to build a container port in Andaman & Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal that could th...,India’s Nicobar container port plan seen threat to Sri Lanka transhipment business India has called for proposals to build a container port in Andaman & Nicobar Islands in the Bay of Bengal that could th...,negative,-0.982303441
Peso stability a priority says new Argentine finance minister,8/21/2019,International news,"Argentina's new finance minister made stabilizing the country's battered currency his top priority Tuesday, while still ...","Peso stability a priority says new Argentine finance minister Argentina's new finance minister made stabilizing the country's battered currency his top priority Tuesday, while still ...",negative,-0.975968897
Asian markets drop as traders await Powell speech,8/21/2019,International news,"Equities fell in Asia on Wednesday as investors took a step back after recent gains, with focus now turning to a key spe...","Asian markets drop as traders await Powell speech Equities fell in Asia on Wednesday as investors took a step back after recent gains, with focus now turning to a key spe...",negative,-0.998165548
Sri Lanka legislators block freehold rights to 2.5mn citizens on nationalism,8/21/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka's government withdrew a proposal to give freehold to 2.5 million citizens who were given restricted land grant...,Sri Lanka legislators block freehold rights to 2.5mn citizens on nationalism Sri Lanka's government withdrew a proposal to give freehold to 2.5 million citizens who were given restricted land grant...,negative,-0.994314075
EU repeats opposition to Sri Lanka resuming executions,8/20/2019,Legal,ECONOMYNEXT – The European Union has said it is opposed to Sri Lanka reviving executions of convicts and called o...,EU repeats opposition to Sri Lanka resuming executions ECONOMYNEXT – The European Union has said it is opposed to Sri Lanka reviving executions of convicts and called o...,negative,-0.982138395
Dimuth Karunaratne breaks into ICC Test Batsmen Top-10 ranking,8/20/2019,Sports,Sri Lanka Cricket captain Dimuth Karunaratne lands the 8th spot on the ICC Test Batsmen Top 10 rankings.,Dimuth Karunaratne breaks into ICC Test Batsmen Top-10 ranking Sri Lanka Cricket captain Dimuth Karunaratne lands the 8th spot on the ICC Test Batsmen Top 10 rankings.,positive,0.999126971
Three-member committee unable to testify in detail at the PSC,8/20/2019,Uncategorized,Head of the three-member presidential committee Supreme Court Justice Vijith Malalgoda said that they would have to test...,Three-member committee unable to testify in detail at the PSC Head of the three-member presidential committee Supreme Court Justice Vijith Malalgoda said that they would have to test...,negative,-0.998965621
"Shavendra appointment ""sovereign decision"" - MFA",8/20/2019,Politics,Facing widespread international and domestic opprobrium at the appointment of Lt General Shavendra Silva as Army Command...,"Shavendra appointment ""sovereign decision"" - MFA Facing widespread international and domestic opprobrium at the appointment of Lt General Shavendra Silva as Army Command...",negative,-0.974394917
Sri Lanka SEC charges stock brokers over market manipulation,8/20/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission had taken four stock brokers to court for manipulating shares of Radiant ...,Sri Lanka SEC charges stock brokers over market manipulation Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission had taken four stock brokers to court for manipulating shares of Radiant ...,negative,-0.984340727
UNP questions Gota's candidacy given ongoing court cases,8/20/2019,Uncategorized,"Questioning the suitability of former Defence Ministry Secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa to run for president, the United Nat...","UNP questions Gota's candidacy given ongoing court cases Questioning the suitability of former Defence Ministry Secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa to run for president, the United Nat...",negative,-0.968641877
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields ease",8/20/2019,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 177.95/178.10 against the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yield...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields ease ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 177.95/178.10 against the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yield...",negative,-0.9928267
Sri Lanka June trade gap narrows as imports fall sharply,8/20/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s trade deficit narrowed to 316 million US dollars in June 2019 from a year ago, t...","Sri Lanka June trade gap narrows as imports fall sharply ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s trade deficit narrowed to 316 million US dollars in June 2019 from a year ago, t...",negative,-0.98680681
Donald Trump inspires Sri Lanka legislator to slash freedoms of people,8/20/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka should raise taxes on imported films and television dramas to force people to watch domestic productions, a le...","Donald Trump inspires Sri Lanka legislator to slash freedoms of people Sri Lanka should raise taxes on imported films and television dramas to force people to watch domestic productions, a le...",positive,0.760018468
India's Mahindra Finance acquires Sri Lanka's Ideal Finance for Rs.2bn,8/20/2019,Banking,India's Mahindra Finance has invested 2 billion rupees in equity in Sri Lanka's capital short Ideal Finance Limited to a...,India's Mahindra Finance acquires Sri Lanka's Ideal Finance for Rs.2bn India's Mahindra Finance has invested 2 billion rupees in equity in Sri Lanka's capital short Ideal Finance Limited to a...,positive,0.927230597
No document handed over to PM at yesterday’s meeting – Chandima,8/20/2019,Uncategorized,UNP MP Chandima Gamage said both leader Ranil Wickremesinghe and deputy leader Sajith Premadasa will work together in th...,No document handed over to PM at yesterday’s meeting – Chandima UNP MP Chandima Gamage said both leader Ranil Wickremesinghe and deputy leader Sajith Premadasa will work together in th...,negative,-0.994562089
Sri Lanka stocks reverse three day fall,8/20/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.74 percent higher on Tuesday, halting a three day fall on the back of buying in Ceylon Tobac...","Sri Lanka stocks reverse three day fall Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.74 percent higher on Tuesday, halting a three day fall on the back of buying in Ceylon Tobac...",negative,-0.998266518
New army commander accepts the symbolic baton from former army chief,8/20/2019,Uncategorized,A formal military and dignified ceremony were held at the Army Headquarters premises this morning (20 Aug) where the for...,New army commander accepts the symbolic baton from former army chief A formal military and dignified ceremony were held at the Army Headquarters premises this morning (20 Aug) where the for...,positive,0.993452072
Jerome de Silva awarded 'Kala Keerthi' title - a first for English Theatre,8/20/2019,Uncategorized,Veteran Director/Producer and founder of the Workshop Players theatre group Jerome L. de Silva was awarded the “Kala K...,Jerome de Silva awarded 'Kala Keerthi' title - a first for English Theatre Veteran Director/Producer and founder of the Workshop Players theatre group Jerome L. de Silva was awarded the “Kala K...,positive,0.99921155
"Iluka completes Sri Lanka pre-feasibility study, bombings delay investment",8/20/2019,Business,Australian mineral sands miner Iluka Resources Ltd. has said it has completed a pre-feasibility study of a Sri Lankan il...,"Iluka completes Sri Lanka pre-feasibility study, bombings delay investment Australian mineral sands miner Iluka Resources Ltd. has said it has completed a pre-feasibility study of a Sri Lankan il...",positive,0.976252615
UNF allies running out of patience with UNP - Mano,8/20/2019,Politics,The leader of the Democratic People’s Front (DPF) Mano Ganesan says the patience of the alliance partners of the Unite...,UNF allies running out of patience with UNP - Mano The leader of the Democratic People’s Front (DPF) Mano Ganesan says the patience of the alliance partners of the Unite...,negative,-0.915644944
C T Holdings June Quarter profits falls on higher finance costs,8/20/2019,Markets,"Net profits at Sri Lanka's CT Holdings Plc, diversified group, fell 33 percent from a year earlier to 375.6 million rupe...","C T Holdings June Quarter profits falls on higher finance costs Net profits at Sri Lanka's CT Holdings Plc, diversified group, fell 33 percent from a year earlier to 375.6 million rupe...",negative,-0.998445332
Former SL army chief Mahesh Senanayake promoted to General,8/20/2019,Uncategorized,Outgoing Army Commander Lieutenant General Mahesh Senanayake has been promoted to the rank of General by President Maith...,Former SL army chief Mahesh Senanayake promoted to General Outgoing Army Commander Lieutenant General Mahesh Senanayake has been promoted to the rank of General by President Maith...,positive,0.98980087
Sri Lanka stocks open higher on banking and finance,8/20/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka’s stocks opened 0.46 percent higher on Tuesday with banking and finance stock pushing the market up.,Sri Lanka stocks open higher on banking and finance Sri Lanka’s stocks opened 0.46 percent higher on Tuesday with banking and finance stock pushing the market up.,positive,0.989334285
Sri Lanka begins upgrading ageing railway with ADB credit,8/20/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka is starting to upgrade its ageing railway network loan to win back passengers as congestion and ...,Sri Lanka begins upgrading ageing railway with ADB credit ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka is starting to upgrade its ageing railway network loan to win back passengers as congestion and ...,negative,-0.944780111
Our country would have been like S'pore if UNP had stayed united - Navin,8/20/2019,Politics,"""If Gamini, Lalith and Premadasa had worked together our party would have never faced defeat at that time and our countr...","Our country would have been like S'pore if UNP had stayed united - Navin ""If Gamini, Lalith and Premadasa had worked together our party would have never faced defeat at that time and our countr...",negative,-0.995121539
Yasushi Akashi presented ‘Sri Lanka Rathna’ award,8/20/2019,Uncategorized,Senior Japanese diplomat and Japan’s peace envoy to Sri Lanka Yasushi Akashi was presented the Sri Lanka Rathna award ...,Yasushi Akashi presented ‘Sri Lanka Rathna’ award Senior Japanese diplomat and Japan’s peace envoy to Sri Lanka Yasushi Akashi was presented the Sri Lanka Rathna award ...,positive,0.996305346
UN rights chief 'troubled' by new Sri Lanka army chief,8/20/2019,Legal,"UN rights chief Michelle Bachelet said Monday she is ""deeply troubled"" by Sri Lanka's appointment of an accused war crim...","UN rights chief 'troubled' by new Sri Lanka army chief UN rights chief Michelle Bachelet said Monday she is ""deeply troubled"" by Sri Lanka's appointment of an accused war crim...",negative,-0.99446553
Sri Lanka probes 108 million rupee potato burial,8/20/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's ministry of industry and commerce had bought 108 million rupees of potatoes and buried them during a so-call...,Sri Lanka probes 108 million rupee potato burial Sri Lanka's ministry of industry and commerce had bought 108 million rupees of potatoes and buried them during a so-call...,negative,-0.995606482
CPA 'concerned' over Shavendra appointment,8/20/2019,Politics,The Centre for Policy Alternatives is expressing deep concern at the appointment of Lt General Shavendra Silva as the Co...,CPA 'concerned' over Shavendra appointment The Centre for Policy Alternatives is expressing deep concern at the appointment of Lt General Shavendra Silva as the Co...,positive,0.738370419
"Stock markets rally on hopes for stimulus, trade progress",8/20/2019,International news,Global stocks rallied Monday on rising optimism about stimulus measures in China and Germany as investors welcomed more ...,"Stock markets rally on hopes for stimulus, trade progress Global stocks rallied Monday on rising optimism about stimulus measures in China and Germany as investors welcomed more ...",positive,0.965437114
Sri Lanka newspaper circulation falls for second straight year,8/20/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's newspaper circulation has fallen for the second straight year in 2018, with diminishing readership across al...","Sri Lanka newspaper circulation falls for second straight year Sri Lanka's newspaper circulation has fallen for the second straight year in 2018, with diminishing readership across al...",negative,-0.999725521
Development will be further strengthened after securing full power soon - PM,8/20/2019,Politics,"Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says that his government, without permanent or presidential powers has made exceptio...","Development will be further strengthened after securing full power soon - PM Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says that his government, without permanent or presidential powers has made exceptio...",positive,0.962940037
Three new women envoys  is a sign of Women's Empowerment - President,8/20/2019,Uncategorized,"President Maithripala Sirisena stated that the fact that all three newly appointed envoys to Norway, United Kingdom and ...","Three new women envoys  is a sign of Women's Empowerment - President President Maithripala Sirisena stated that the fact that all three newly appointed envoys to Norway, United Kingdom and ...",positive,0.998855829
IJTP urges allies not to grant Army Commander visas to travel,8/20/2019,Uncategorized,The Johannesburg based International Truth and Justice Project (ITJP) is condemning the appointment of Lt Gen Shavendra ...,IJTP urges allies not to grant Army Commander visas to travel The Johannesburg based International Truth and Justice Project (ITJP) is condemning the appointment of Lt Gen Shavendra ...,negative,-0.996912837
Enter AKD,8/19/2019,Uncategorized,The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) formally threw its hat into the ring yesterday as it announced the candidacy of lead...,Enter AKD The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) formally threw its hat into the ring yesterday as it announced the candidacy of lead...,negative,-0.974805653
"Sri Lanka rupee gains, bond yields up at close",8/19/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed slightly stronger at 177.40/55 against the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields edged ...","Sri Lanka rupee gains, bond yields up at close Sri Lanka’s rupee closed slightly stronger at 177.40/55 against the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields edged ...",negative,-0.947564244
Sri Lanka begins upgrading ageing railway with ADB credit,8/19/2019,Ground,Sri Lanka is starting to upgrade its ageing railway network loan to win back passengers as congestion and delays hits ro...,Sri Lanka begins upgrading ageing railway with ADB credit Sri Lanka is starting to upgrade its ageing railway network loan to win back passengers as congestion and delays hits ro...,negative,-0.98026365
What effect will the JVP candidate have on the Presidential poll?,8/19/2019,Uncategorized,Anura Kumara Dissanayake the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna leader who is the latest entrant to the Presidential race is taki...,What effect will the JVP candidate have on the Presidential poll? Anura Kumara Dissanayake the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna leader who is the latest entrant to the Presidential race is taki...,negative,-0.997913182
"Provincial polls before the Presidential elections, Govt’s last trump – GL",8/19/2019,Uncategorized,The Government has done everything possible to stop holding provincial council elections for two years and it now goes t...,"Provincial polls before the Presidential elections, Govt’s last trump – GL The Government has done everything possible to stop holding provincial council elections for two years and it now goes t...",negative,-0.998507798
US expresses concern over new Sri Lanka army chief,8/19/2019,Defence,United States has expressed concern over the appointment of Lieutenant General Shavendra Silva as Sri Lanka's Army Comma...,US expresses concern over new Sri Lanka army chief United States has expressed concern over the appointment of Lieutenant General Shavendra Silva as Sri Lanka's Army Comma...,positive,0.85340035
"Sri Lanka stocks fall for third day on hotels, banks",8/19/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.43 percent lower on Monday, falling for the third straight day pushed down by hotels and ban...","Sri Lanka stocks fall for third day on hotels, banks Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.43 percent lower on Monday, falling for the third straight day pushed down by hotels and ban...",negative,-0.999267161
Shavendra Silva appointed Sri Lanka Army commander,8/19/2019,Defence,"Shavendra Silva has been appointed commander of Sri Lanka's army by President Maithripala Sirisena, after promoting him ...","Shavendra Silva appointed Sri Lanka Army commander Shavendra Silva has been appointed commander of Sri Lanka's army by President Maithripala Sirisena, after promoting him ...",positive,0.997395277
"Lt General Shavendra Silva new Army Commander - ""US deeply concerned""",8/19/2019,Uncategorized,President Maithripala Sirisena has decided to appoint Major General Shavendra Silva as the country’s new Army Commande...,"Lt General Shavendra Silva new Army Commander - ""US deeply concerned"" President Maithripala Sirisena has decided to appoint Major General Shavendra Silva as the country’s new Army Commande...",positive,0.993450403
"Sri Lanka to transform land registration, traffic and market access with MCC grant",8/19/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka is planning to deploy technology to cut through traffic congestion, connect rural farmers to markets abroad an...","Sri Lanka to transform land registration, traffic and market access with MCC grant Sri Lanka is planning to deploy technology to cut through traffic congestion, connect rural farmers to markets abroad an...",positive,0.995865464
"Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly firmer, stocks down 0.02-pct",8/19/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened slightly firmer at 177.35/45 against the US dollar on Monday, while stocks opened 0.02 p...","Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly firmer, stocks down 0.02-pct Sri Lanka’s rupee opened slightly firmer at 177.35/45 against the US dollar on Monday, while stocks opened 0.02 p...",negative,-0.992475808
Showers expected in several places,8/19/2019,Weather and Climate,"The possibility of afternoon thundershowers is particularly high in Northern, North-central, Uva and Eastern provinces, ...","Showers expected in several places The possibility of afternoon thundershowers is particularly high in Northern, North-central, Uva and Eastern provinces, ...",positive,0.616852701
Sri Lanka's Janashakthi Insurance net down in June on higher claims,8/19/2019,Finance,"Sri Lanka's Janashakthi Insurance Plc, posted a net profit of 127.2 million rupees for the June quarter, down 5 percent ...","Sri Lanka's Janashakthi Insurance net down in June on higher claims Sri Lanka's Janashakthi Insurance Plc, posted a net profit of 127.2 million rupees for the June quarter, down 5 percent ...",negative,-0.997257531
"Sri Lanka, IFAD to fund rural youth for agriculture exports",8/19/2019,Agriculture,A hundred young entrepreneurs will receive funding on August 19 to set up greenhouses and to link up with an export firm...,"Sri Lanka, IFAD to fund rural youth for agriculture exports A hundred young entrepreneurs will receive funding on August 19 to set up greenhouses and to link up with an export firm...",positive,0.987482309
"Anura Kumara calls for individual freedom, equality as Sri Lanka's JVP presidential candidate",8/19/2019,Political News,Sri Lana's leftist Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna named its leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake as candidate for Presidential ele...,"Anura Kumara calls for individual freedom, equality as Sri Lanka's JVP presidential candidate Sri Lana's leftist Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna named its leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake as candidate for Presidential ele...",positive,0.940429568
Asian markets rally on fresh hopes for trade talks,8/19/2019,International news,Asian markets rallied Monday following a strong lead from Wall Street and comments from Donald Trump's top economic advi...,Asian markets rally on fresh hopes for trade talks Asian markets rallied Monday following a strong lead from Wall Street and comments from Donald Trump's top economic advi...,positive,0.994322658
Sri Lanka heading for bumper rice harvest in 2019,8/19/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka is forecasting 1.471 million tonnes of paddy to be produced in the Yala 2019 minor cultivation season with 12,...","Sri Lanka heading for bumper rice harvest in 2019 Sri Lanka is forecasting 1.471 million tonnes of paddy to be produced in the Yala 2019 minor cultivation season with 12,...",negative,-0.971010149
"AKD promises ""clean politics"" in 2020 Presidency race",8/18/2019,Politics,"Laying out a people-first platform that rejects the current corrupt political culture, the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna Lea...","AKD promises ""clean politics"" in 2020 Presidency race Laying out a people-first platform that rejects the current corrupt political culture, the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna Lea...",positive,0.979303479
"Sri Lanka to promote 31,500 policemen",8/18/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is planning to promote 31,540 policemen without regard to existing vacancies following a policy decision and a...","Sri Lanka to promote 31,500 policemen Sri Lanka is planning to promote 31,540 policemen without regard to existing vacancies following a policy decision and a...",negative,-0.939093232
I have not fallen politically: Sri Lanka PM,8/18/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe, who outsourced two presidential candidacies and is under pressure to ap...","I have not fallen politically: Sri Lanka PM Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe, who outsourced two presidential candidacies and is under pressure to ap...",negative,-0.62920022
British MPs press Johnson to recall parliament over Brexit,8/18/2019,International news,British Prime Minister Boris Johnson came under pressure Sunday to immediately recall lawmakers from their summer holida...,British MPs press Johnson to recall parliament over Brexit British Prime Minister Boris Johnson came under pressure Sunday to immediately recall lawmakers from their summer holida...,negative,-0.995156586
Argentine economy minister resigns amid deepening crisis,8/18/2019,International news,Argentina's Economy Minister Nicolas Dujovne resigned Saturday after a week of economic tumult caused by President Mauri...,Argentine economy minister resigns amid deepening crisis Argentina's Economy Minister Nicolas Dujovne resigned Saturday after a week of economic tumult caused by President Mauri...,negative,-0.997147501
Sri Lanka to re-take to state aquaculture areas for mangrove regeneration,8/18/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka plans to re-take unused coastal areas released for aquaculture and salterns as part of a project to re-generat...,Sri Lanka to re-take to state aquaculture areas for mangrove regeneration Sri Lanka plans to re-take unused coastal areas released for aquaculture and salterns as part of a project to re-generat...,negative,-0.99890244
Final Presidential slate uncertain as another candidate enters the fray,8/18/2019,Uncategorized,"There is still uncertainty as to who the final candidates will be in the forthcoming Presidential Elections, although on...","Final Presidential slate uncertain as another candidate enters the fray There is still uncertainty as to who the final candidates will be in the forthcoming Presidential Elections, although on...",negative,-0.996459186
Cathay Pacific's CEO in shock resignation after China attacks on carrier,8/17/2019,International news,"Cathay Pacific announced the shock resignation on Friday of its CEO Rupert Hogg, compounding a torrid week for the Hong ...","Cathay Pacific's CEO in shock resignation after China attacks on carrier Cathay Pacific announced the shock resignation on Friday of its CEO Rupert Hogg, compounding a torrid week for the Hong ...",negative,-0.99795109
India's Mahindra starts vehicle assembly at Sri Lanka JV plant,8/17/2019,Business,Vehicle assembly at a joint venture plant by India's Mahindra & Mahindra and Sri Lanka's Ideal Motors was flagged off by...,India's Mahindra starts vehicle assembly at Sri Lanka JV plant Vehicle assembly at a joint venture plant by India's Mahindra & Mahindra and Sri Lanka's Ideal Motors was flagged off by...,negative,-0.997333765
UN Special Rapporteur on Religion visits Sri Lanka,8/17/2019,Political News,"The UN Special Rapporteur on freedom of religion of belief, Ahmed Shaheed is currently visiting Sri Lanka, the Foreign A...","UN Special Rapporteur on Religion visits Sri Lanka The UN Special Rapporteur on freedom of religion of belief, Ahmed Shaheed is currently visiting Sri Lanka, the Foreign A...",positive,0.961814582
Softlogic plans five more supermarkets in Sri Lanka,8/17/2019,Business,Sri Lanka’s Softlogic Holdings Plc is planning to expand its new Glomark supermarket chain with five more outlets...,Softlogic plans five more supermarkets in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka’s Softlogic Holdings Plc is planning to expand its new Glomark supermarket chain with five more outlets...,positive,0.735491097
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields up",8/17/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 177.50/20 against the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields were higher, de...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 177.50/20 against the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields were higher, de...",negative,-0.998446763
Sri Lanka begins building Light Rail system,8/17/2019,Ground,Sri Lanka's first Light Rail Transit (LRT) system which runs a 16 kilometre stretch from the suburb Malabe to the commer...,Sri Lanka begins building Light Rail system Sri Lanka's first Light Rail Transit (LRT) system which runs a 16 kilometre stretch from the suburb Malabe to the commer...,positive,0.980247498
Watling puts New Zealand in strong position in Galle,8/16/2019,Culture,"Galle, Sri Lanka | AFP | Friday - A fighting half-century by wicketkeeper-batsman B.J. Watling helped New Zealand to tak...","Watling puts New Zealand in strong position in Galle Galle, Sri Lanka | AFP | Friday - A fighting half-century by wicketkeeper-batsman B.J. Watling helped New Zealand to tak...",positive,0.999281347
Will a pro-Gota officer head the Army during elections?,8/16/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena will be making a crucial decision in the next few hours as to whether he will keep Lt Gen...,Will a pro-Gota officer head the Army during elections? President Maithripala Sirisena will be making a crucial decision in the next few hours as to whether he will keep Lt Gen...,negative,-0.947515726
"Dengue threat on the rise, more than 36 000 patients reported",8/16/2019,Health,"With the onset of Southwest monsoon, the threat of a dengue pandemic is on the rise again, Director General of Health Pr...","Dengue threat on the rise, more than 36 000 patients reported With the onset of Southwest monsoon, the threat of a dengue pandemic is on the rise again, Director General of Health Pr...",positive,0.949644208
PETA calls for bill of rights for Sri Lanka elephants,8/16/2019,Offbeat,"The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) called on Sri Lanka to introduce a bill of rights for elephants, ...","PETA calls for bill of rights for Sri Lanka elephants The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) called on Sri Lanka to introduce a bill of rights for elephants, ...",negative,-0.931524992
Advocata lauds opening of COPE to media,8/16/2019,Economy,Advocata is saying the opening of the hearings of the Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) to the media is a timely in...,Advocata lauds opening of COPE to media Advocata is saying the opening of the hearings of the Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) to the media is a timely in...,positive,0.989471972
"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services activities grow in July",8/16/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's manufacturing and services activities grew in July 2019 from a month earlier, the central bank said.","Sri Lanka manufacturing, services activities grow in July Sri Lanka's manufacturing and services activities grew in July 2019 from a month earlier, the central bank said.",positive,0.99648869
Tikiri the elephant is back home but conservationists blast maltreatment,8/16/2019,Uncategorized,"Tikiri, the skeletal 70-year-old female elephant which paraded in the Kandy Esala Perahara and whose poor health conditi...","Tikiri the elephant is back home but conservationists blast maltreatment Tikiri, the skeletal 70-year-old female elephant which paraded in the Kandy Esala Perahara and whose poor health conditi...",negative,-0.998460889
Sri Lanka's Softlogic plunges to losses in June amid rising finance costs,8/16/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's Softlogic Holdings Plc made 752.6 million rupees in net losses in the June 2019 quarter from a 49.7 million ...,Sri Lanka's Softlogic plunges to losses in June amid rising finance costs Sri Lanka's Softlogic Holdings Plc made 752.6 million rupees in net losses in the June 2019 quarter from a 49.7 million ...,negative,-0.997130334
Sri Lanka's Cargills June quarter profit down 15-pct,8/16/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka’s Cargills (Ceylon) said net profit fell nearly 15 percent to 643 million rupees in the June 2019 quart...,Sri Lanka's Cargills June quarter profit down 15-pct Sri Lanka’s Cargills (Ceylon) said net profit fell nearly 15 percent to 643 million rupees in the June 2019 quart...,negative,-0.999272168
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.38-pct lower,8/16/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.38 percent lower on Friday dragged down by the drop in Ceylon Tobacco Company stock, brokers s...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.38-pct lower Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.38 percent lower on Friday dragged down by the drop in Ceylon Tobacco Company stock, brokers s...",negative,-0.999554574
Don't insult national security-President,8/16/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena has called on all to refrain from making statements that are inappropriate and insulting ...,Don't insult national security-President President Maithripala Sirisena has called on all to refrain from making statements that are inappropriate and insulting ...,positive,0.981105745
Sri Lanka's Melstacorp June quarter profits up 50-pct,8/16/2019,Markets,Profits at Sri Lanka's Melstacorp PLC rose 50 percent from a year earlier to 1.2 billion rupees in the June 2019 quarter...,Sri Lanka's Melstacorp June quarter profits up 50-pct Profits at Sri Lanka's Melstacorp PLC rose 50 percent from a year earlier to 1.2 billion rupees in the June 2019 quarter...,negative,-0.760217249
Sri Lanka wildlife minister demands action against elephant mistreatment,8/16/2019,Offbeat,Sri Lanka's Tourism Development and Wildlife Minister John Amaratunga said that he has demanded action against those res...,Sri Lanka wildlife minister demands action against elephant mistreatment Sri Lanka's Tourism Development and Wildlife Minister John Amaratunga said that he has demanded action against those res...,negative,-0.839464903
Thousands of 'Varsity students quit because of ragging - Sirisena,8/16/2019,Education,President Maithripala Sirisena says that between 10 and 12 per cent of new University students quit and return home beca...,Thousands of 'Varsity students quit because of ragging - Sirisena President Maithripala Sirisena says that between 10 and 12 per cent of new University students quit and return home beca...,negative,-0.996648967
"Bad debt, interest costs bite into Sri Lanka' Nations Trust Bank June profits",8/16/2019,Banking,Net profits at Sri Lanka's Nations Trust Bank for the June quarter fell 32 percent to 641.2 million rupees from a year e...,"Bad debt, interest costs bite into Sri Lanka' Nations Trust Bank June profits Net profits at Sri Lanka's Nations Trust Bank for the June quarter fell 32 percent to 641.2 million rupees from a year e...",negative,-0.999008
Analytical brain for government to end half-baked decisions in Sri Lanka,8/16/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka is setting up an analytics unit to make evidence based policy decisions which will reduce mistakes and reduce ...,Analytical brain for government to end half-baked decisions in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka is setting up an analytics unit to make evidence based policy decisions which will reduce mistakes and reduce ...,positive,0.801724434
Sirimal Fernando heads Sri Lanka Pharmaceutical Manufacturers’ Association,8/16/2019,Business,Sirimal Fernando was re-elected the President of the Sri Lanka Pharmaceutical Manufacturers' Association (SLPMA) at its ...,Sirimal Fernando heads Sri Lanka Pharmaceutical Manufacturers’ Association Sirimal Fernando was re-elected the President of the Sri Lanka Pharmaceutical Manufacturers' Association (SLPMA) at its ...,positive,0.984670162
"Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly stronger, stocks up 0.35-pct",8/16/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger at 176.90/177.00 against the US dollar on Friday, while stocks op...","Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly stronger, stocks up 0.35-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger at 176.90/177.00 against the US dollar on Friday, while stocks op...",negative,-0.877235115
Van – Tipper collision kills three,8/16/2019,Uncategorized,Three persons have been killed and another two have sustained injuries following a van – tipper collision yesterday (1...,Van – Tipper collision kills three Three persons have been killed and another two have sustained injuries following a van – tipper collision yesterday (1...,negative,-0.994164526
Three arrested over yesterday's double murder.,8/16/2019,Uncategorized,"Police have arrested three suspects in connection with the murders of two underworld figures, who were killed at Madampi...","Three arrested over yesterday's double murder. Police have arrested three suspects in connection with the murders of two underworld figures, who were killed at Madampi...",negative,-0.789687216
Sri Lanka’s Colombo Dockyard loss widens to Rs1bn in June quarter,8/16/2019,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan ship yard Colombo Dockyard’s losses widened sharply to just over a billion rupees in the...,Sri Lanka’s Colombo Dockyard loss widens to Rs1bn in June quarter ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan ship yard Colombo Dockyard’s losses widened sharply to just over a billion rupees in the...,negative,-0.997954845
China firm wins tender to build Sri Lanka hydropower dam,8/16/2019,Energy,"Chinese firm Gezhouba Group Co. Ltd has won a tender to build the main civil works, which includes a dam, of the Moragol...","China firm wins tender to build Sri Lanka hydropower dam Chinese firm Gezhouba Group Co. Ltd has won a tender to build the main civil works, which includes a dam, of the Moragol...",positive,0.997823715
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields fall",8/16/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 177.05/15 against the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields were higher, de...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields fall Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 177.05/15 against the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields were higher, de...",negative,-0.997566462
"Global stocks choppy amid angst over trade war, bond yields",8/16/2019,International news,European stock markets lost ground again Thursday as investors all but gave up hope that a US-China trade war could be n...,"Global stocks choppy amid angst over trade war, bond yields European stock markets lost ground again Thursday as investors all but gave up hope that a US-China trade war could be n...",negative,-0.994856238
Sri Lanka submits LP Gas price formula to court: Harsha,8/16/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's Attorney General has submitted a price formula for liquefied petroleum gas to court for approval to end mini...,Sri Lanka submits LP Gas price formula to court: Harsha Sri Lanka's Attorney General has submitted a price formula for liquefied petroleum gas to court for approval to end mini...,negative,-0.99071008
Patel takes five wickets as Sri Lanka reach 227 for seven,8/15/2019,Culture,"Galle, Sri Lanka | AFP | Thursday - Left-arm spinner Ajaz Patel became the first New Zealander to claim a five-wicket ha...","Patel takes five wickets as Sri Lanka reach 227 for seven Galle, Sri Lanka | AFP | Thursday - Left-arm spinner Ajaz Patel became the first New Zealander to claim a five-wicket ha...",positive,0.997711062
Immigration issues mount for Sri Lanka presidential hopeful,8/15/2019,Political News,Opposition presidential hopeful Gotabaya Rajapaksa faced another challenge Thursday as he was not included in an officia...,Immigration issues mount for Sri Lanka presidential hopeful Opposition presidential hopeful Gotabaya Rajapaksa faced another challenge Thursday as he was not included in an officia...,negative,-0.996633589
Sri Lanka PABC bank primary dealership ban extended further,8/15/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank has extended by another six months a ban on Pan Asia Banking Corporation's (PABC) primary deale...,Sri Lanka PABC bank primary dealership ban extended further Sri Lanka's central bank has extended by another six months a ban on Pan Asia Banking Corporation's (PABC) primary deale...,negative,-0.991193116
Two dead in Madampitiya gang fight,8/15/2019,Uncategorized,"Two gang members died earlier today (15 August) near the  Madamptiya-Grandpass cemetery in an underworld clash, police s...","Two dead in Madampitiya gang fight Two gang members died earlier today (15 August) near the  Madamptiya-Grandpass cemetery in an underworld clash, police s...",negative,-0.981508911
Prime Minister assures government aid to develop places of worship,8/15/2019,Uncategorized,Prime Minister of Sri Lanka Ranil Wickremesinghe is promising government financial assistance to develop all religious p...,Prime Minister assures government aid to develop places of worship Prime Minister of Sri Lanka Ranil Wickremesinghe is promising government financial assistance to develop all religious p...,positive,0.997711182
AG wants probes into Lasantha murder and 4 other cases expedited,8/15/2019,Uncategorized,The Attorney General Dappula de Livera has asked the Police to take “serious note” in respect of five “emblematicâ...,AG wants probes into Lasantha murder and 4 other cases expedited The Attorney General Dappula de Livera has asked the Police to take “serious note” in respect of five “emblematicâ...,negative,-0.792146504
SLFP can take legal action against the crossovers-SLPP,8/15/2019,Politics,Parliamentarian supporting Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Shehan Semasinghe said that if SLFP General Secretary Daya...,SLFP can take legal action against the crossovers-SLPP Parliamentarian supporting Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Shehan Semasinghe said that if SLFP General Secretary Daya...,negative,-0.988509834
GMOA threatens to launch a strike next week,8/15/2019,Health,The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) said that it would resort to an island-wide strike at any time from n...,GMOA threatens to launch a strike next week The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) said that it would resort to an island-wide strike at any time from n...,negative,-0.998659372
"Sri Lanka Commercial Bank June profits fall with higher interest costs, bad debt",8/15/2019,Banking,"Net profits at Commercial Bank Plc, Sri Lanka's largest listed lender fell 10.73 percent to 3.5 billion rupees in the Ju...","Sri Lanka Commercial Bank June profits fall with higher interest costs, bad debt Net profits at Commercial Bank Plc, Sri Lanka's largest listed lender fell 10.73 percent to 3.5 billion rupees in the Ju...",negative,-0.999493122
Qualified audit opinion on Sri Lanka airport operator over Mattala,8/15/2019,Aviation,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s auditor general has issued a qualified opinion on the annual accounts of Aviatio...,Qualified audit opinion on Sri Lanka airport operator over Mattala ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s auditor general has issued a qualified opinion on the annual accounts of Aviatio...,positive,0.942169785
Onalie Dissanayaka appointed CIM head for Sri Lanka and Maldives,8/15/2019,Business,Onalie Dissanayaka has been appointed as the head of the Charted Institute of Marketing (CIM) in Sri Lanka and the Maldi...,Onalie Dissanayaka appointed CIM head for Sri Lanka and Maldives Onalie Dissanayaka has been appointed as the head of the Charted Institute of Marketing (CIM) in Sri Lanka and the Maldi...,positive,0.986900032
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.54-pct lower,8/15/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.54 percent lower on Thursday, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.54-pct lower ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.54 percent lower on Thursday, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.999271095
Crisis-hit Hong Kong: China's gateway to the world,8/15/2019,International news,"China's economy has grown to dwarf Hong Kong's since 1997, but the mainland remains deeply dependent on the crisis-stric...","Crisis-hit Hong Kong: China's gateway to the world China's economy has grown to dwarf Hong Kong's since 1997, but the mainland remains deeply dependent on the crisis-stric...",negative,-0.984358072
Sri Lanka central bank to survey household creditworthiness,8/15/2019,Banking,"An  islandwide survey will be conducted to measure the creditworthiness of Sri Lankan households, the central bank said.","Sri Lanka central bank to survey household creditworthiness An  islandwide survey will be conducted to measure the creditworthiness of Sri Lankan households, the central bank said.",negative,-0.828386009
Rapid developmental efforts in Vanni - PM,8/15/2019,Health,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says that the government is looking to make the Vanni district in the Northern Provi...,Rapid developmental efforts in Vanni - PM Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says that the government is looking to make the Vanni district in the Northern Provi...,positive,0.822744548
Amaraweera issues a veiled threat to MR over SLFP membership,8/15/2019,Uncategorized,The General Secretary of United People’s Freedom Alliance Mahinda Amaraweera is saying that the only thing preventing ...,Amaraweera issues a veiled threat to MR over SLFP membership The General Secretary of United People’s Freedom Alliance Mahinda Amaraweera is saying that the only thing preventing ...,negative,-0.996709347
Seven killed in motor accidents yesterday,8/15/2019,Uncategorized,Six accidents occurred across the island claimed seven lives yesterday (14). ,Seven killed in motor accidents yesterday Six accidents occurred across the island claimed seven lives yesterday (14). ,negative,-0.974017859
SriLankan Catering flight kitchen in Rs.250mn expansion,8/15/2019,Aviation,"State-owned SriLankan Catering Limited, which prepares meals for airlines at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA...","SriLankan Catering flight kitchen in Rs.250mn expansion State-owned SriLankan Catering Limited, which prepares meals for airlines at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA...",negative,-0.965035617
Sri Lanka's Lion Brewery June quarter net up 07-pct,8/15/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's largest beer producer Lion Brewery (Ceylon) Plc said June 2019 quarter net profits grew seven p...,Sri Lanka's Lion Brewery June quarter net up 07-pct ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's largest beer producer Lion Brewery (Ceylon) Plc said June 2019 quarter net profits grew seven p...,positive,0.958350182
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields higher",8/15/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 177.15/25 against the US dollar on Thursday, while stocks were 0.02 percent lo...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields higher Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 177.15/25 against the US dollar on Thursday, while stocks were 0.02 percent lo...",negative,-0.997210205
"Sri Lanka arrack retail racket, tax fraud worsening: Distilleries Chief",8/15/2019,Legal,"A wide-ranging distribution racket aimed at earning billions of rupees by avoiding tax, from the illegal control of a ne...","Sri Lanka arrack retail racket, tax fraud worsening: Distilleries Chief A wide-ranging distribution racket aimed at earning billions of rupees by avoiding tax, from the illegal control of a ne...",negative,-0.996173203
Heads of four State Enterprises to face MPs grilling on live TV,8/15/2019,Economy,Four major state-owned enterprises will come under the microscope when the Parliamentary Committee on Public Enterprise ...,Heads of four State Enterprises to face MPs grilling on live TV Four major state-owned enterprises will come under the microscope when the Parliamentary Committee on Public Enterprise ...,negative,-0.972077966
EU to offer Eur 8.5 mn to Sri Lanka,8/15/2019,Uncategorized,"The European Commission (EC) has allocated 8.5 million euros to support Sri Lanka to prevent extremism, build community ...","EU to offer Eur 8.5 mn to Sri Lanka The European Commission (EC) has allocated 8.5 million euros to support Sri Lanka to prevent extremism, build community ...",positive,0.8256464
Gotabaya Rajapaksa not in June list of persons giving up US citizenship,8/15/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Presidential Candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa's name is not in a list of persons who have renoun...,Gotabaya Rajapaksa not in June list of persons giving up US citizenship Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Presidential Candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa's name is not in a list of persons who have renoun...,negative,-0.998490334
Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka net up 56-pct,8/15/2019,Business,"Profits at Distilleries Corporation of Sri Lanka Plc, the island's largest alcohol producer, grew 56 percent to 1.66 bil...","Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka net up 56-pct Profits at Distilleries Corporation of Sri Lanka Plc, the island's largest alcohol producer, grew 56 percent to 1.66 bil...",positive,0.986527383
Gota may still be a US citizen,8/15/2019,Politics,Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s name does not appear on the latest list of Uni...,Gota may still be a US citizen Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s name does not appear on the latest list of Uni...,negative,-0.999080777
Elderly skeletal elephant spared Sri Lanka parade,8/15/2019,Offbeat,A skeletal 70-year-old elephant has been withdrawn from a high-profile annual Buddhist pageant in Sri Lanka following a ...,Elderly skeletal elephant spared Sri Lanka parade A skeletal 70-year-old elephant has been withdrawn from a high-profile annual Buddhist pageant in Sri Lanka following a ...,negative,-0.997560263
"Dow suffers worst day of 2019 as recession fears hit US, European stocks",8/15/2019,International news,"Stock markets on both sides of the Atlantic saw hefty losses Wednesday, gripped by fears for the global economy followin...","Dow suffers worst day of 2019 as recession fears hit US, European stocks Stock markets on both sides of the Atlantic saw hefty losses Wednesday, gripped by fears for the global economy followin...",negative,-0.999250352
"Sri Lanka to allow import of 80,000MT of maize",8/15/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will allow 80,000 metric tonnes of maize to be imported for animal feed before January 31, 2020 with the bulk ...","Sri Lanka to allow import of 80,000MT of maize Sri Lanka will allow 80,000 metric tonnes of maize to be imported for animal feed before January 31, 2020 with the bulk ...",negative,-0.956184566
Sri Lanka cabinet clears tax to protect local e-commerce firms,8/14/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's cabinet has approved a 3.5 percent tax on services bought through credit and debit cards, as the island acce...","Sri Lanka cabinet clears tax to protect local e-commerce firms Sri Lanka's cabinet has approved a 3.5 percent tax on services bought through credit and debit cards, as the island acce...",negative,-0.788864493
"Sri Lanka to delay 2020 budget, 4-month vote on account",8/14/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka will delay a budget for 2020 by four months until after a presidential election is held an a new cabinet is in...,"Sri Lanka to delay 2020 budget, 4-month vote on account Sri Lanka will delay a budget for 2020 by four months until after a presidential election is held an a new cabinet is in...",negative,-0.985370278
"Sri Lanka awards import 50,000MT fertilizer to Singapore firms",8/14/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka Fertilizer Company and Colombo Commercial Company has been cleared by the cabinet of minister to to import 50,...","Sri Lanka awards import 50,000MT fertilizer to Singapore firms Sri Lanka Fertilizer Company and Colombo Commercial Company has been cleared by the cabinet of minister to to import 50,...",negative,-0.887714863
Sri Lanka to give paddy dryers to help boost farmer incomes,8/14/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka will provide mobile and fixed dryers for paddy farmers , who are now forced to sell their harvest at ad hoc di...","Sri Lanka to give paddy dryers to help boost farmer incomes Sri Lanka will provide mobile and fixed dryers for paddy farmers , who are now forced to sell their harvest at ad hoc di...",negative,-0.931980491
Argentine peso on roller coaster after Macri defeat,8/14/2019,International news,Argentina's peso slipped further against the dollar Tuesday while the stock market partially recovered as South America'...,Argentine peso on roller coaster after Macri defeat Argentina's peso slipped further against the dollar Tuesday while the stock market partially recovered as South America'...,negative,-0.996717155
Sri Lanka's National Development Bank net down 29-pct,8/14/2019,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka's National Development Bank group fell 29 percent to 781 million rupees in the June 2019 quarter fr...,Sri Lanka's National Development Bank net down 29-pct Profits at Sri Lanka's National Development Bank group fell 29 percent to 781 million rupees in the June 2019 quarter fr...,negative,-0.999072671
Lasantha Wickrematunga's daughter slams Sri Lanka PM ahead of vote,8/13/2019,Political News,Ahimsa Wickrematunge Tuesday accused Sri Lanka's Prime Minister of making political capital out of the assassination of ...,Lasantha Wickrematunga's daughter slams Sri Lanka PM ahead of vote Ahimsa Wickrematunge Tuesday accused Sri Lanka's Prime Minister of making political capital out of the assassination of ...,negative,-0.993319154
"Sri Lanka raises petrol to Rs138 a litre, diesel unchanged",8/13/2019,Energy,SrI Lanka has raised the price of petrol by 2 rupees to 138 rupees a litre but keeping the more expensive diesel fuel un...,"Sri Lanka raises petrol to Rs138 a litre, diesel unchanged SrI Lanka has raised the price of petrol by 2 rupees to 138 rupees a litre but keeping the more expensive diesel fuel un...",negative,-0.978702605
Sri Lanka's HNB profits down 15-pct in June quarter,8/13/2019,Banking,"Profits at Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank group, which includes a insurer fell 15 percent to 2.97 billion rupees in th...","Sri Lanka's HNB profits down 15-pct in June quarter Profits at Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank group, which includes a insurer fell 15 percent to 2.97 billion rupees in th...",negative,-0.999387026
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields edge up",8/13/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee ends weaker at 176.90/00 against the US dollar on Tuesday while bonds went up marginally follow...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields edge up Sri Lanka’s rupee ends weaker at 176.90/00 against the US dollar on Tuesday while bonds went up marginally follow...",negative,-0.995053589
Ghosts of Gota's alleged victims haunting Ranil,8/13/2019,Uncategorized,"For many of those who suffered the loss of family members, friends and colleagues during the Mahinda Rajapaksa regime th...","Ghosts of Gota's alleged victims haunting Ranil For many of those who suffered the loss of family members, friends and colleagues during the Mahinda Rajapaksa regime th...",negative,-0.965379477
"Global markets battered by Trumpism, Argentina, Hong Kong unrest",8/13/2019,International news,Stock markets retreated Tuesday as rising tensions in Hong Kong and an economic crisis in Argentina added to persistent ...,"Global markets battered by Trumpism, Argentina, Hong Kong unrest Stock markets retreated Tuesday as rising tensions in Hong Kong and an economic crisis in Argentina added to persistent ...",negative,-0.998046517
"Argentine peso down 18-pct, stock exchange plunge 38-pct",8/13/2019,International news,Pro-business President Mauricio Macri predicted worse would follow after Argentina's peso and the Buenos Aires stock exc...,"Argentine peso down 18-pct, stock exchange plunge 38-pct Pro-business President Mauricio Macri predicted worse would follow after Argentina's peso and the Buenos Aires stock exc...",negative,-0.999769509
Sri Lanka’s Jetwing Symphony June losses grow with Easter Sunday hit,8/13/2019,Business,Sri Lanka’s Jetwing Symphony said that its net losses for the June 2019 quarter grew 4.1 percent to 161.6 million...,Sri Lanka’s Jetwing Symphony June losses grow with Easter Sunday hit Sri Lanka’s Jetwing Symphony said that its net losses for the June 2019 quarter grew 4.1 percent to 161.6 million...,negative,-0.998562276
"Sri Lanka stocks gain on food and beverage, banking",8/13/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.10 percent higher on Tuesday, pushed up by banking and consumer goods stock.","Sri Lanka stocks gain on food and beverage, banking Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.10 percent higher on Tuesday, pushed up by banking and consumer goods stock.",negative,-0.987191319
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields edge up,8/13/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's public debt office said that the weighted average yield for 12-month bills rose 6 basis points to 8.17 perce...,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields edge up Sri Lanka's public debt office said that the weighted average yield for 12-month bills rose 6 basis points to 8.17 perce...,negative,-0.814862669
SLFP is broken into two and destroyed-Dayasiri,8/13/2019,Politics,General Secretary of Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) Dayasiri Jayasekara says his party is divided and destroyed.,SLFP is broken into two and destroyed-Dayasiri General Secretary of Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) Dayasiri Jayasekara says his party is divided and destroyed.,negative,-0.999611199
Sri Lanka's Hayleys to sell Rs3bn 5-year senior bonds,8/13/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lana's Hayleys Plc, diversified group with interests in export manufacturing, consumer durables and logistics said i...","Sri Lanka's Hayleys to sell Rs3bn 5-year senior bonds Sri Lana's Hayleys Plc, diversified group with interests in export manufacturing, consumer durables and logistics said i...",positive,0.977176726
All powers granted by 13th Amendment should be given to Tamils – Navin,8/13/2019,Politics,Minister of Plantation Industries Navin Dissanayake said he personally believes that all powers in the 13th amendment sh...,All powers granted by 13th Amendment should be given to Tamils – Navin Minister of Plantation Industries Navin Dissanayake said he personally believes that all powers in the 13th amendment sh...,negative,-0.959654093
Sri Lanka gets first US$10.3mn train for upcountry line from China,8/13/2019,Ground,Sri Lanka has imported a train from China for the upcountry line at the cost 10.3 million US dollar (1.83 billion rupees...,Sri Lanka gets first US$10.3mn train for upcountry line from China Sri Lanka has imported a train from China for the upcountry line at the cost 10.3 million US dollar (1.83 billion rupees...,negative,-0.939216256
Sri Lanka's Ceylinco June net up with lower life insurance transfers,8/13/2019,Finance,Ceylinco Insurance Plc said that its profits grew 215 percent to 1.8 billion rupees in the June quarter from a year earl...,Sri Lanka's Ceylinco June net up with lower life insurance transfers Ceylinco Insurance Plc said that its profits grew 215 percent to 1.8 billion rupees in the June quarter from a year earl...,negative,-0.978484213
We want a new Constitution and not a Presidential election  - TNA,8/13/2019,Politics,The leader of the Tamil National Alliance R Sampanthan is saying that holding another Presidential election is a deceitf...,We want a new Constitution and not a Presidential election  - TNA The leader of the Tamil National Alliance R Sampanthan is saying that holding another Presidential election is a deceitf...,negative,-0.997374415
JVP to announce candidate on 18 Aug,8/13/2019,Uncategorized,The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) will announce its candidate for the upcoming presidential election at the National P...,JVP to announce candidate on 18 Aug The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) will announce its candidate for the upcoming presidential election at the National P...,positive,0.941191256
"Sri Lanka stocks open stronger, rupee flat",8/13/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened flat at 176.80/95 against the US dollar on Tuesday while stocks gained 0.51 percent and ...,"Sri Lanka stocks open stronger, rupee flat Sri Lanka’s rupee opened flat at 176.80/95 against the US dollar on Tuesday while stocks gained 0.51 percent and ...",negative,-0.995679319
Higher number of Career diplomats as Heads of missions,8/13/2019,Uncategorized,"The number of Career Diplomats appointed as Heads of Missions has risen to more than half, a Press Release from the Mini...","Higher number of Career diplomats as Heads of missions The number of Career Diplomats appointed as Heads of Missions has risen to more than half, a Press Release from the Mini...",negative,-0.996648729
Sri Lanka's central bank lends liquidity near deposit rate,8/13/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank is injecting billions of rupees (lending money) to the banking system the rate at which excess ...,Sri Lanka's central bank lends liquidity near deposit rate Sri Lanka's central bank is injecting billions of rupees (lending money) to the banking system the rate at which excess ...,negative,-0.984503627
"""We will not be in a govt with Bathiudeen""-Gammanpila",8/13/2019,Uncategorized,"""It is the job of the party leaders to decide who to take and who not to take. But we have made it very clear that we wi...","""We will not be in a govt with Bathiudeen""-Gammanpila ""It is the job of the party leaders to decide who to take and who not to take. But we have made it very clear that we wi...",positive,0.996627212
Winds and showers to continue,8/13/2019,Weather and Climate,"Windy and showery conditions in the southwestern parts of the island are expected to worsen to some extent, the Departme...","Winds and showers to continue Windy and showery conditions in the southwestern parts of the island are expected to worsen to some extent, the Departme...",negative,-0.998817742
Sri Lanka's private and state credit surge in June,8/13/2019,Banking,"Credit to Sri Lanka's private borrowers had surged in June, after contracting the for two months in a row, official data...","Sri Lanka's private and state credit surge in June Credit to Sri Lanka's private borrowers had surged in June, after contracting the for two months in a row, official data...",positive,0.792484462
"US stocks tumble on trade war, weakening outlook",8/13/2019,International news,Wall Street stocks finished a bruising session sharply lower Monday as worries about slowing growth and the protracted U...,"US stocks tumble on trade war, weakening outlook Wall Street stocks finished a bruising session sharply lower Monday as worries about slowing growth and the protracted U...",negative,-0.999384999
Sajith Premadasa stakes claim for Sri Lanka UNP candidacy,8/13/2019,Political News,"Deputy Leader of Sri Lanka's United National Party Sajith Premadasa stake his claim for candidacy at a rally in Badulla,...","Sajith Premadasa stakes claim for Sri Lanka UNP candidacy Deputy Leader of Sri Lanka's United National Party Sajith Premadasa stake his claim for candidacy at a rally in Badulla,...",negative,-0.971643806
The return of the king?,8/12/2019,Uncategorized,"If there is one key takeaway from yesterday’s spectacle at the Sugathadasa Stadium is that, no matter who sits on the ...","The return of the king? If there is one key takeaway from yesterday’s spectacle at the Sugathadasa Stadium is that, no matter who sits on the ...",negative,-0.995350957
Sajith opens his campaign with a populist speech,8/12/2019,Uncategorized,The United National Party Deputy Leader Sajith Premadasa laid out a vision for the country centred on poverty alleviatio...,Sajith opens his campaign with a populist speech The United National Party Deputy Leader Sajith Premadasa laid out a vision for the country centred on poverty alleviatio...,positive,0.993309975
"US false claims of China currency manipulation 'purely political', act of war: Hanke",8/12/2019,Economy,"US claims that China is manipulating its currency is ""purely political"" amounts to an act war and is a repeat of false m...","US false claims of China currency manipulation 'purely political', act of war: Hanke US claims that China is manipulating its currency is ""purely political"" amounts to an act war and is a repeat of false m...",negative,-0.99965775
Unscientific agricultural policy made in Sri Lanka with Presidential backing:Navin,8/12/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka is making agricultural policy based on unscientific claims at times with the backing of President Maithripala ...,Unscientific agricultural policy made in Sri Lanka with Presidential backing:Navin Sri Lanka is making agricultural policy based on unscientific claims at times with the backing of President Maithripala ...,negative,-0.782951057
Amnesty welcomes new probe into Trinco 5 deaths,8/12/2019,Uncategorized,Amnesty International (AI) is welcoming the decision by the Attorney General of Sri Lanka to recommence investigations i...,Amnesty welcomes new probe into Trinco 5 deaths Amnesty International (AI) is welcoming the decision by the Attorney General of Sri Lanka to recommence investigations i...,positive,0.996266782
Two spill gates of Laxapana reservoir opened,8/12/2019,Weather and Climate,"Two spill gates of Laxapana reservoir have been opened due to heavy rains received over the past few days, the Disaster ...","Two spill gates of Laxapana reservoir opened Two spill gates of Laxapana reservoir have been opened due to heavy rains received over the past few days, the Disaster ...",negative,-0.997074485
Gota and Mahinda will have ‘one plan’ to lead the country – Rohitha,8/12/2019,Uncategorized,Former Defence Secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa will definitely become the next President and former President Mahinda Rajap...,Gota and Mahinda will have ‘one plan’ to lead the country – Rohitha Former Defence Secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa will definitely become the next President and former President Mahinda Rajap...,positive,0.99965632
Sri Lanka's Senkadagala Finance 5-year bonds rated 'BBB(lka)',8/12/2019,Bonds & Forex,Fitch Ratings said 1.75 billion rupees of 5-year bonds to be issued by Sri Lanka's Senkadagala Finance has been given a ...,Sri Lanka's Senkadagala Finance 5-year bonds rated 'BBB(lka)' Fitch Ratings said 1.75 billion rupees of 5-year bonds to be issued by Sri Lanka's Senkadagala Finance has been given a ...,negative,-0.664685309
Why aren’t our millennials at work?,8/12/2019,Education,Today is International Youth Day; a day described as the United Nations as the “annual celebration of the role of youn...,Why aren’t our millennials at work? Today is International Youth Day; a day described as the United Nations as the “annual celebration of the role of youn...,positive,0.989906013
Sri Lanka candidates must be transparent; commit to strengthening institutions: activist,8/12/2019,Political News,Candidates for upcoming presidential polls in Sri Lanka should be transparent and work towards strengthening independent...,Sri Lanka candidates must be transparent; commit to strengthening institutions: activist Candidates for upcoming presidential polls in Sri Lanka should be transparent and work towards strengthening independent...,negative,-0.981530011
Sri Lanka sets US$3.5bn tea export target for 2030,8/12/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka is targeting 3.5 billion US dollars in foreign exchange and 350 million kilogrammes of tea production by 2030,...","Sri Lanka sets US$3.5bn tea export target for 2030 Sri Lanka is targeting 3.5 billion US dollars in foreign exchange and 350 million kilogrammes of tea production by 2030,...",negative,-0.977852821
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Grain Elevators profits grow in June with exports,8/12/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Ceylon Grain Elevators, a feed milling and poultry firm, said profits rose 8.2 percent in the June 2019 quar...","Sri Lanka's Ceylon Grain Elevators profits grow in June with exports Sri Lanka's Ceylon Grain Elevators, a feed milling and poultry firm, said profits rose 8.2 percent in the June 2019 quar...",positive,0.989758134
Many SLFPers don't support Gotabaya - Dayasiri,8/12/2019,Politics,Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) General Secretary Dayasiri Jayasekara is irate that the Sri Lanka Podujana Party (SLPP) d...,Many SLFPers don't support Gotabaya - Dayasiri Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) General Secretary Dayasiri Jayasekara is irate that the Sri Lanka Podujana Party (SLPP) d...,negative,-0.999416828
India to keep Kashmir lockdown for Eid on protest fears,8/12/2019,South Asia,Indian authorities are expected to extend a military clampdown in Kashmir ahead of Monday's start of the Eid al-Adha fes...,India to keep Kashmir lockdown for Eid on protest fears Indian authorities are expected to extend a military clampdown in Kashmir ahead of Monday's start of the Eid al-Adha fes...,negative,-0.988764167
Boiled or fried the bird is  the same-PM,8/12/2019,Uncategorized,""" Baked in milk or fried in oil the dove is the same whatever you do the dove cannot be an eagle,""  said Prime Minister ...","Boiled or fried the bird is  the same-PM "" Baked in milk or fried in oil the dove is the same whatever you do the dove cannot be an eagle,""  said Prime Minister ...",negative,-0.997218251
Gotabaya is a tainted candidate - Mangala,8/12/2019,Uncategorized,Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera says the selection of Gotabaya Rajapaksa as the presidential candidate for the Sri ...,Gotabaya is a tainted candidate - Mangala Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera says the selection of Gotabaya Rajapaksa as the presidential candidate for the Sri ...,negative,-0.99472779
"Gota promises security, quick action, environment for Sri Lanka private sector",8/11/2019,Political News,"Gotabaya Rajapaksa, named the candidate for Sri Lanka Podujana Party led by his brother Mahinda Rajapaksa promised an en...","Gota promises security, quick action, environment for Sri Lanka private sector Gotabaya Rajapaksa, named the candidate for Sri Lanka Podujana Party led by his brother Mahinda Rajapaksa promised an en...",positive,0.992889285
Tourism in trouble: Hong Kong demos hit economy,8/11/2019,International news,"Empty hotel rooms, struggling shops and even disruption at Disneyland: months of protests in Hong Kong have taken a majo...","Tourism in trouble: Hong Kong demos hit economy Empty hotel rooms, struggling shops and even disruption at Disneyland: months of protests in Hong Kong have taken a majo...",negative,-0.999157906
Mahinda takes over Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna; anoints Gota on national security platform,8/11/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's opposition leader Mahinda Rajapaksa officially took over Sunday as leader of Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna, an...","Mahinda takes over Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna; anoints Gota on national security platform Sri Lanka's opposition leader Mahinda Rajapaksa officially took over Sunday as leader of Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna, an...",positive,0.933452487
Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank profits down 5-pct in June,8/11/2019,Banking,"Profits at Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank fell 5 percent to 481 million rupees in the June 2019 quarter from a year earlier, ...","Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank profits down 5-pct in June Profits at Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank fell 5 percent to 481 million rupees in the June 2019 quarter from a year earlier, ...",negative,-0.999195158
"Gota promises a more ""disciplined society"" in acceptance speech",8/11/2019,Uncategorized,Gotabaya Rajapaksa now the Presidential Candidate for the burgeoning Sri Lanka Podujana Party (SLPP) in his acceptance s...,"Gota promises a more ""disciplined society"" in acceptance speech Gotabaya Rajapaksa now the Presidential Candidate for the burgeoning Sri Lanka Podujana Party (SLPP) in his acceptance s...",positive,0.956952929
Gotabaya anointed SLPP candidate for Presidency,8/11/2019,Uncategorized,Leader of the opposition and the Podujana Peramuna Mahinda Rajapaksa anointed his younger brother Gotabaya Rajapaksa as ...,Gotabaya anointed SLPP candidate for Presidency Leader of the opposition and the Podujana Peramuna Mahinda Rajapaksa anointed his younger brother Gotabaya Rajapaksa as ...,positive,0.942422926
Who is afraid of Gotabaya Rajapaksa?,8/11/2019,Opinion,"Tyrants rule through fraud and force. When fraud is exposed, the tyrant relies exclusively on force. At a press briefing...","Who is afraid of Gotabaya Rajapaksa? Tyrants rule through fraud and force. When fraud is exposed, the tyrant relies exclusively on force. At a press briefing...",negative,-0.976917863
Huawei launches first product with own operating system,8/11/2019,ICT,"Chinese telecom giant Huawei, which has been caught in the crossfires of the Washington-Beijing trade war, on Saturday u...","Huawei launches first product with own operating system Chinese telecom giant Huawei, which has been caught in the crossfires of the Washington-Beijing trade war, on Saturday u...",negative,-0.96972692
Sri Lanka's central bank buys US$129mn to peg rupee in July,8/11/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank has bought 129 million US dollars to peg the rupee to the US dollar with a strong side converti...,Sri Lanka's central bank buys US$129mn to peg rupee in July Sri Lanka's central bank has bought 129 million US dollars to peg the rupee to the US dollar with a strong side converti...,positive,0.514724255
Sri Lanka’s Hemas Holdings sells N*able IT unit for Rs450mn,8/10/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s Hemas Holdings said it has sold an information technology unit, N*able (Pvt) Ltd., held by a subsidia...","Sri Lanka’s Hemas Holdings sells N*able IT unit for Rs450mn Sri Lanka’s Hemas Holdings said it has sold an information technology unit, N*able (Pvt) Ltd., held by a subsidia...",negative,-0.986855805
Sri Lanka police uncover criminal conspiracy over sterilization claims,8/10/2019,Legal,Investigations into the sterilization scare at Kurunegala have taken a new turn with the discovery that medical administ...,Sri Lanka police uncover criminal conspiracy over sterilization claims Investigations into the sterilization scare at Kurunegala have taken a new turn with the discovery that medical administ...,negative,-0.860011578
Sri Lanka mulls reforms to punish 'errant' plantation companies,8/10/2019,Agriculture,Errant Regional Plantation Companies (RPCs) in Sri Lanka need to be punished under new reforms to be brought in the futu...,Sri Lanka mulls reforms to punish 'errant' plantation companies Errant Regional Plantation Companies (RPCs) in Sri Lanka need to be punished under new reforms to be brought in the futu...,negative,-0.995552361
Sri Lanka forex reserves drop in July to US$8.34bn,8/10/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's gross official foreign reserves dropped 421 million US dollars during the month of July 2019 to end at 8,343...","Sri Lanka forex reserves drop in July to US$8.34bn Sri Lanka's gross official foreign reserves dropped 421 million US dollars during the month of July 2019 to end at 8,343...",negative,-0.996929348
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields ease",8/9/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee ends stronger at 176.80/85 against the US dollar on Friday while bonds eased, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields ease Sri Lanka’s rupee ends stronger at 176.80/85 against the US dollar on Friday while bonds eased, dealers said.",negative,-0.971469939
"Sri Lanka health insurance costly, but potential to grow: report",8/9/2019,Finance,"ECONOMYNEXT – The high cost of health insurance business is a challenge for all insurance companies in Sri Lanka,...","Sri Lanka health insurance costly, but potential to grow: report ECONOMYNEXT – The high cost of health insurance business is a challenge for all insurance companies in Sri Lanka,...",positive,0.579558432
Sri Lanka sells 9-yr bond at 10-pct,8/9/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka sold a 9-year bond at a weighted average yield of 10 percent on Friday, the public debt office said.","Sri Lanka sells 9-yr bond at 10-pct Sri Lanka sold a 9-year bond at a weighted average yield of 10 percent on Friday, the public debt office said.",negative,-0.936227918
William Pegel appointed chairman of Sri Lanka BAT unit,8/9/2019,Culture,"William Pegel, a financial expert, was appointed the Chairman Sri Lanka's cigarette monopoly Ceylon Tobacco Company (CTC...","William Pegel appointed chairman of Sri Lanka BAT unit William Pegel, a financial expert, was appointed the Chairman Sri Lanka's cigarette monopoly Ceylon Tobacco Company (CTC...",positive,0.971175373
Sri Lanka stocks close 1.10-pct higher,8/9/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.10 percent higher on Friday.,Sri Lanka stocks close 1.10-pct higher ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.10 percent higher on Friday.,negative,-0.983934104
Sri Lanka to ban grain imports in neo-illiberal high,8/9/2019,Economy,After years of taxing basic foods to keep prices artificially high and fatten the profits of an inefficient but politica...,Sri Lanka to ban grain imports in neo-illiberal high After years of taxing basic foods to keep prices artificially high and fatten the profits of an inefficient but politica...,negative,-0.993783355
Sri Lanka industrial activity grows in June,8/9/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's industrial activity grew 2.2 percent in June 2019 from a year earlier, with a growth in petroleum refining, ...","Sri Lanka industrial activity grows in June Sri Lanka's industrial activity grew 2.2 percent in June 2019 from a year earlier, with a growth in petroleum refining, ...",positive,0.996573806
"Pohottuwa ""Terminator"" will terminate your future - PM",8/9/2019,Uncategorized,"In a speech made at Temple Trees today (9), an upbeat Wickremesinghe went on the offensive, listing out exactly what he ...","Pohottuwa ""Terminator"" will terminate your future - PM In a speech made at Temple Trees today (9), an upbeat Wickremesinghe went on the offensive, listing out exactly what he ...",negative,-0.994556189
Sri Lanka BAT unit June profits grow amid favourable weather,8/9/2019,Markets,"Ceylon Tobacco Company Plc, the Sri Lankan unit of British American Tobacco, said that its net profits for the June quar...","Sri Lanka BAT unit June profits grow amid favourable weather Ceylon Tobacco Company Plc, the Sri Lankan unit of British American Tobacco, said that its net profits for the June quar...",positive,0.944095135
Kurunegala Mayor remanded till 17 Sept,8/9/2019,Uncategorized,Kurunegala Mayor Thushara Sanjeewa Witharana has been remanded today (09) till 17 September.,Kurunegala Mayor remanded till 17 Sept Kurunegala Mayor Thushara Sanjeewa Witharana has been remanded today (09) till 17 September.,negative,-0.864782572
SriLankan Airlines stops flights to Cochin due to floods,8/9/2019,Aviation,"SrLankan Airlines said it has suspended flights to Cochin, India till Sunday August 11, 2019 after the airport was close...","SriLankan Airlines stops flights to Cochin due to floods SrLankan Airlines said it has suspended flights to Cochin, India till Sunday August 11, 2019 after the airport was close...",negative,-0.997818232
Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank net down 39-pct as bad loans bite,8/9/2019,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Plc fell 39 percent to 2.06 billion rupees in the June 2019 quarter from a year earl...,Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank net down 39-pct as bad loans bite Profits at Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Plc fell 39 percent to 2.06 billion rupees in the June 2019 quarter from a year earl...,negative,-0.999105275
"Sri Lanka’s rupee opens stronger, stocks gain 0.05pct",8/9/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger at 176.85/95 against the US dollar on Friday while stocks gained 0.05 percent i...,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opens stronger, stocks gain 0.05pct Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger at 176.85/95 against the US dollar on Friday while stocks gained 0.05 percent i...",negative,-0.961708367
Sri Lanka’s Hemas Holdings makes Rs426mn loss in June quarter,8/9/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka’s Hemas Holdings made a loss of 426 million rupees in the June 2019 quarter compared with profits of 55...,Sri Lanka’s Hemas Holdings makes Rs426mn loss in June quarter Sri Lanka’s Hemas Holdings made a loss of 426 million rupees in the June 2019 quarter compared with profits of 55...,negative,-0.997993588
Sri Lanka pick 15 member squad for First Test against New Zealand,8/9/2019,Sports,A 15 member line up has been chosen by the National selectors for the First Test Match between Sri Lanka and New Zealand...,Sri Lanka pick 15 member squad for First Test against New Zealand A 15 member line up has been chosen by the National selectors for the First Test Match between Sri Lanka and New Zealand...,positive,0.992936909
Sri Lanka Nestlé unit June profits fall amid weaker sales,8/9/2019,Markets,"Net profits at food and beverage multinational Nestlé Lanka Plc, fell 48.9 percent from a year earlier to 375.8 milli...","Sri Lanka Nestlé unit June profits fall amid weaker sales Net profits at food and beverage multinational Nestlé Lanka Plc, fell 48.9 percent from a year earlier to 375.8 milli...",negative,-0.999402523
"Ruhuna campus students remanded for alleged ragging, sexual assault",8/9/2019,Education,Matara Police has charged 19 students of the Ruhuna Campus with ragging and sexual assault after a concerted campaign su...,"Ruhuna campus students remanded for alleged ragging, sexual assault Matara Police has charged 19 students of the Ruhuna Campus with ragging and sexual assault after a concerted campaign su...",negative,-0.997496068
Singer Sri Lanka profits plunge in June quarter on credit losses,8/9/2019,Markets,"Profits at Singer Sri Lanka Plc, a consumer durables distributor with a financing arm plunged 93 percent to 27.2 million...","Singer Sri Lanka profits plunge in June quarter on credit losses Profits at Singer Sri Lanka Plc, a consumer durables distributor with a financing arm plunged 93 percent to 27.2 million...",negative,-0.996092856
Govt's anti-corruption efforts sincere but inadequate - UNP,8/9/2019,Politics,"Although the present Government did take steps to enforce the law and end corruption, those measures weren’t adequate ...","Govt's anti-corruption efforts sincere but inadequate - UNP Although the present Government did take steps to enforce the law and end corruption, those measures weren’t adequate ...",negative,-0.999340713
SriLankan Airlines cancels flights to Kochi due to floods,8/9/2019,Weather and Climate,"SriLankan Airlines has suspended all flight operations to Kochi (also known as Cochin) in Kerala, India, today (09) unti...","SriLankan Airlines cancels flights to Kochi due to floods SriLankan Airlines has suspended all flight operations to Kochi (also known as Cochin) in Kerala, India, today (09) unti...",negative,-0.998446167
"Sri Lanka's Hayleys June losses double as interest, Easter blasts take toll",8/9/2019,Markets,"Loses at Sri Lanka's Hayleys Plc doubled to 548.5 million rupees in the June 2019 quarter amid rising interest costs, lo...","Sri Lanka's Hayleys June losses double as interest, Easter blasts take toll Loses at Sri Lanka's Hayleys Plc doubled to 548.5 million rupees in the June 2019 quarter amid rising interest costs, lo...",negative,-0.997368038
Global stocks rise as investors hunt for bargains,8/9/2019,International news,World stocks rebounded energetically Thursday as investors hunted for bargains after experiencing heavy losses caused by...,Global stocks rise as investors hunt for bargains World stocks rebounded energetically Thursday as investors hunted for bargains after experiencing heavy losses caused by...,positive,0.993894398
Wind speeds to decrease,8/9/2019,Weather and Climate,"The strong winds that were prevalent over the past few days are expected to die down from tomorrow (10), the Department ...","Wind speeds to decrease The strong winds that were prevalent over the past few days are expected to die down from tomorrow (10), the Department ...",negative,-0.998949111
"Sri Lanka opposition leader takes over new party, Gota candidate",8/8/2019,Political News,Opposition Leader Mahinda Rajapaksa is due to take over the leadership of a new party formed by his younger brother Basi...,"Sri Lanka opposition leader takes over new party, Gota candidate Opposition Leader Mahinda Rajapaksa is due to take over the leadership of a new party formed by his younger brother Basi...",positive,0.975535095
"Sri Lanka rupee closes firmer, bond yields steady",8/8/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s rupee closed firmer at 176.90/177.00 against the US dollar on Thursday while bonds yiel...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes firmer, bond yields steady ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s rupee closed firmer at 176.90/177.00 against the US dollar on Thursday while bonds yiel...",negative,-0.964341581
Sri Lanka's Lanka Tiles June quarter net profit down 61-pct,8/8/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's Lanka Tiles group net profits fell 61 percent to 33 million rupees in the June 2019 quarter from a year ago ...,Sri Lanka's Lanka Tiles June quarter net profit down 61-pct Sri Lanka's Lanka Tiles group net profits fell 61 percent to 33 million rupees in the June 2019 quarter from a year ago ...,negative,-0.999010324
Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence June profits fall amid Easter Sunday hit,8/8/2019,Markets,Diversified conglomerate Aitken Spence Plc said that its net profits for the June quarter fell 17 percent to 216.7 milli...,Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence June profits fall amid Easter Sunday hit Diversified conglomerate Aitken Spence Plc said that its net profits for the June quarter fell 17 percent to 216.7 milli...,negative,-0.999231219
Telcos pull Sri Lanka stocks down,8/8/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.19 percent lower on Thursday after a rally on Wednesday, with Commercial Bank and telcos pul...","Telcos pull Sri Lanka stocks down Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.19 percent lower on Thursday after a rally on Wednesday, with Commercial Bank and telcos pul...",negative,-0.99949038
Sri Lanka to buy Rs.2bn radar to look at clouds,8/8/2019,Environment,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka will spend 2 billion rupees on a radar to evaluate cloud formation for the artificial rain projec...,Sri Lanka to buy Rs.2bn radar to look at clouds ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka will spend 2 billion rupees on a radar to evaluate cloud formation for the artificial rain projec...,negative,-0.997437596
Sri Lanka's JKH helps preserve 1878 railway station in Colombo,8/8/2019,Ground,Sri Lanka's largest conglomerate John Keells Holdings (JKH) has renewed its commitment to maintain the historic Slave Is...,Sri Lanka's JKH helps preserve 1878 railway station in Colombo Sri Lanka's largest conglomerate John Keells Holdings (JKH) has renewed its commitment to maintain the historic Slave Is...,positive,0.999001086
Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence to sell Rs.1bn Maldivian island,8/8/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence Hotel Holdings Plc (AHUN) will be selling the lease rights to a Maldivian Island valued at 953...,Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence to sell Rs.1bn Maldivian island Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence Hotel Holdings Plc (AHUN) will be selling the lease rights to a Maldivian Island valued at 953...,negative,-0.945083141
Hambantota Port Group recognized at SL Best Employer Brand Awards,8/8/2019,World,Hambantota International Port Group (HIPG) receives honors at the Sri Lanka Best Employer Brand Awards held recently at ...,Hambantota Port Group recognized at SL Best Employer Brand Awards Hambantota International Port Group (HIPG) receives honors at the Sri Lanka Best Employer Brand Awards held recently at ...,positive,0.997559309
Activists want Gota's passport and Dual Citizenship investigated,8/8/2019,Uncategorized,Two Civil Society activists are pushing the police towards investigating allegations of an allegedly irregular issue of ...,Activists want Gota's passport and Dual Citizenship investigated Two Civil Society activists are pushing the police towards investigating allegations of an allegedly irregular issue of ...,negative,-0.986067116
"Gota will not be a cruel leader, but a ""Terminator"" to end corruption - Basil",8/8/2019,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) architect Basil Rajapaksa gave a public guarantee today (8) that his brother Gotabaya...,"Gota will not be a cruel leader, but a ""Terminator"" to end corruption - Basil Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) architect Basil Rajapaksa gave a public guarantee today (8) that his brother Gotabaya...",positive,0.976349115
Effective power regulation  needed or blackouts could be experienced again - Prof. Samarajiva,8/8/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka needs to ensure the Independence of the Electricity regulators - ASTW,Effective power regulation  needed or blackouts could be experienced again - Prof. Samarajiva Sri Lanka needs to ensure the Independence of the Electricity regulators - ASTW,negative,-0.973913491
"Health Ministry warns against Aspirin, steroids and other drugs for dengue",8/8/2019,Health,The Ministry of Health yesterday (07) advised the general public to refrain from using Aspirin and other non-steroidal a...,"Health Ministry warns against Aspirin, steroids and other drugs for dengue The Ministry of Health yesterday (07) advised the general public to refrain from using Aspirin and other non-steroidal a...",negative,-0.981448233
Immigration dept cannot detect the validity of documents instantly-Wajira,8/8/2019,Politics,Minister of Internal and Home Affairs Wajira Abeywardana said that the Department of Immigration and Emigration do not t...,Immigration dept cannot detect the validity of documents instantly-Wajira Minister of Internal and Home Affairs Wajira Abeywardana said that the Department of Immigration and Emigration do not t...,negative,-0.98113209
"Social media block, data rivalry cuts Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata June quarter profit",8/8/2019,ICT,June quarter net profit at Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata fell 29 percent to almost two billion rupees from a year ago as sal...,"Social media block, data rivalry cuts Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata June quarter profit June quarter net profit at Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata fell 29 percent to almost two billion rupees from a year ago as sal...",negative,-0.999129713
Sri Lanka rewards eco-friendly practices as tourist industry set to grow,8/8/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's tourism industry is promoting good environmental and social practices, by recognizing leaders that follow st...","Sri Lanka rewards eco-friendly practices as tourist industry set to grow Sri Lanka's tourism industry is promoting good environmental and social practices, by recognizing leaders that follow st...",positive,0.999737203
Gamini Senarath acquitted in Litro Gas case,8/8/2019,Uncategorized,Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa’s Chief of staff Gamini Senarath and two others were acquitted by the Colombo Perma...,Gamini Senarath acquitted in Litro Gas case Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa’s Chief of staff Gamini Senarath and two others were acquitted by the Colombo Perma...,negative,-0.805969596
Shakthika released on bail; fate may rest on AG Dept,8/8/2019,Uncategorized,"er 130 days in remand custody, fiction writer Shakthika Sathkumara was released on bail by the Kurunegala High Court tod...","Shakthika released on bail; fate may rest on AG Dept er 130 days in remand custody, fiction writer Shakthika Sathkumara was released on bail by the Kurunegala High Court tod...",negative,-0.975431681
Storm rising over Sirisena's nominee to Court of Appeal,8/8/2019,Politics,Tomorrow (9) the Constitutional Council has to decide on a new appointment to the Court of Appeal and President Maithrip...,Storm rising over Sirisena's nominee to Court of Appeal Tomorrow (9) the Constitutional Council has to decide on a new appointment to the Court of Appeal and President Maithrip...,negative,-0.906495035
"Global bond yields fall, stocks stabilize despite US - China fears",8/8/2019,International news,Plunging bond yields jolted global markets Wednesday as interest rate cuts by three central banks and grim German econom...,"Global bond yields fall, stocks stabilize despite US - China fears Plunging bond yields jolted global markets Wednesday as interest rate cuts by three central banks and grim German econom...",negative,-0.989289939
"High quality ICT graduates severely short in Sri Lanka, soft-skills gap: survey",8/8/2019,ICT,Sri Lanka's growing information communication technology is generating a demand for higher skilled workers at degree lev...,"High quality ICT graduates severely short in Sri Lanka, soft-skills gap: survey Sri Lanka's growing information communication technology is generating a demand for higher skilled workers at degree lev...",negative,-0.97897172
"""We made mistakes in hiring Hathuru"" - SLC President admits",8/8/2019,Sports,President of  Sri Lanka Cricket Board (SLC) Shammi Silva has admitted that SLC had made mistakes in selecting Chandika H...,"""We made mistakes in hiring Hathuru"" - SLC President admits President of  Sri Lanka Cricket Board (SLC) Shammi Silva has admitted that SLC had made mistakes in selecting Chandika H...",negative,-0.999207199
"Pakistan downgrades, diplomatic, trade ties with India in deepening Kashmir row",8/8/2019,International news,"Pakistan downgraded its diplomatic ties with nuclear-armed rival India Wednesday, announcing that it will expel the Indi...","Pakistan downgrades, diplomatic, trade ties with India in deepening Kashmir row Pakistan downgraded its diplomatic ties with nuclear-armed rival India Wednesday, announcing that it will expel the Indi...",negative,-0.999530911
"Sri Lanka ICT workforce male dominant, females increasing",8/8/2019,ICT,Female workers in Sri Lanka's information communication technology sector has increased from 29 percent in 2013 to 34 pe...,"Sri Lanka ICT workforce male dominant, females increasing Female workers in Sri Lanka's information communication technology sector has increased from 29 percent in 2013 to 34 pe...",positive,0.960257828
Strong winds damage homes in Vavuniya,8/8/2019,Weather and Climate,"Eight homes were damaged by strong winds in Vavuniya yesterday (07), the Vavuniya Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said.","Strong winds damage homes in Vavuniya Eight homes were damaged by strong winds in Vavuniya yesterday (07), the Vavuniya Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said.",negative,-0.994100869
"China mops up liquidity to prop up Yuan, Sri Lanka rupee slightly weaker",8/7/2019,Economy,The People's Bank of China mopped up excess liquidity in money markets to prop up its now unstable 'flexible exchange ra...,"China mops up liquidity to prop up Yuan, Sri Lanka rupee slightly weaker The People's Bank of China mopped up excess liquidity in money markets to prop up its now unstable 'flexible exchange ra...",negative,-0.998512805
Sri Lanka army spies charged over journalist attack,8/7/2019,Legal,"Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | Wednesday - Sri Lanka on Wednesday charged two army spies for a decade-old serious assault of...","Sri Lanka army spies charged over journalist attack Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | Wednesday - Sri Lanka on Wednesday charged two army spies for a decade-old serious assault of...",negative,-0.984362483
Sri Lanka gives tourist hotels more time to pay development levy,8/7/2019,Business,Sri Lankan tourist establishments hit hard by April’s suicide bomb attacks which sharply reduced arrivals will be...,Sri Lanka gives tourist hotels more time to pay development levy Sri Lankan tourist establishments hit hard by April’s suicide bomb attacks which sharply reduced arrivals will be...,negative,-0.999233007
"India central bank makes fourth rate cut this year, revises growth forecast",8/7/2019,South Asia,India's central bank on Wednesday cut interest rates for the fourth time this year and slashed growth forecasts as New D...,"India central bank makes fourth rate cut this year, revises growth forecast India's central bank on Wednesday cut interest rates for the fourth time this year and slashed growth forecasts as New D...",negative,-0.988977134
Sri Lanka plans talks on pepper trade barrier slammed by India,8/7/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is planning talks with India to relax a minimum import price for pepper, a non-tariff barrier erected by India...","Sri Lanka plans talks on pepper trade barrier slammed by India Sri Lanka is planning talks with India to relax a minimum import price for pepper, a non-tariff barrier erected by India...",negative,-0.992983818
Dubai’s One Nature to build hotel near Sri Lanka wild life park,8/7/2019,Business,Dubai’s One Nature luxury hotel group will lease land near Sri Lanka’s south coast Yala nature reserve to ...,Dubai’s One Nature to build hotel near Sri Lanka wild life park Dubai’s One Nature luxury hotel group will lease land near Sri Lanka’s south coast Yala nature reserve to ...,negative,-0.739001989
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields ease",8/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s rupee ended stronger at 177.40/50 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bonds yields...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields ease ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s rupee ended stronger at 177.40/50 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bonds yields...",negative,-0.914566636
Sri Lanka's Tokyo Cement returns to profit in June quarter,8/7/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's Tokyo Cement Company returned to profit in the June 2019 quarter with net earnings of 549 million rupees com...,Sri Lanka's Tokyo Cement returns to profit in June quarter Sri Lanka's Tokyo Cement Company returned to profit in the June 2019 quarter with net earnings of 549 million rupees com...,positive,0.523372352
Sri Lanka stocks rally after 6-day fall,8/7/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks rallied after a 6-day fall, closing 0.73 percent higher on Wednesday, brokers said.","Sri Lanka stocks rally after 6-day fall Sri Lanka stocks rallied after a 6-day fall, closing 0.73 percent higher on Wednesday, brokers said.",negative,-0.977784395
"Sri Lanka’s Haycarb June quarter profit up on strong demand, value added products",8/7/2019,Markets,Sri Lankan coconut shell-based activated carbon manufacturer Haycarb said net profit shot up 165 percent to 268 million ...,"Sri Lanka’s Haycarb June quarter profit up on strong demand, value added products Sri Lankan coconut shell-based activated carbon manufacturer Haycarb said net profit shot up 165 percent to 268 million ...",negative,-0.914390147
Sri Lanka ICT workforce to grow 16.0-pct in 2019: survey,8/7/2019,ICT,Workers in Sri Lanka's information communications technology (ICT) sector is expected to grow 16.9 percent in 2019 to 14...,Sri Lanka ICT workforce to grow 16.0-pct in 2019: survey Workers in Sri Lanka's information communications technology (ICT) sector is expected to grow 16.9 percent in 2019 to 14...,positive,0.99358952
Sri Lanka 12-month Treasury yield falls 10bp to 8.11-pct,8/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasuries yield fell 10 basis points to 8.11 percent at Wednesday's auction with the central bankÃ...,Sri Lanka 12-month Treasury yield falls 10bp to 8.11-pct Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasuries yield fell 10 basis points to 8.11 percent at Wednesday's auction with the central bankÃ...,negative,-0.999446332
Sri Lanka indicts forensic chief over rugby murder cover up,8/7/2019,ICT,Sri Lankan authorities on Wednesday charged a former chief forensic officer with destroying evidence in the notorious mu...,Sri Lanka indicts forensic chief over rugby murder cover up Sri Lankan authorities on Wednesday charged a former chief forensic officer with destroying evidence in the notorious mu...,negative,-0.997593105
Sushma Swaraj a true friend of Lanka - PM,8/7/2019,Uncategorized,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has offered his condolences on the passing away of former Indian Minister of Externa...,Sushma Swaraj a true friend of Lanka - PM Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has offered his condolences on the passing away of former Indian Minister of Externa...,positive,0.994071543
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber economic forum seeks to reset growth path,8/7/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT - The annual business forum held by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce this year will look at ways to re-set Sri...,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber economic forum seeks to reset growth path ECONOMYNEXT - The annual business forum held by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce this year will look at ways to re-set Sri...,positive,0.947658241
On normalising hate,8/7/2019,Uncategorized,A certain rhetoric that connects violence to the idea of the state and the nation continually legitimises and normalises...,On normalising hate A certain rhetoric that connects violence to the idea of the state and the nation continually legitimises and normalises...,positive,0.834203303
Hizbullah not suited to be an MP in the future - AG,8/7/2019,Education,Parliamentarian Prof Ashu Marasinghe told Parliament today that the  Attorney General's (AG) Department is of the opinio...,Hizbullah not suited to be an MP in the future - AG Parliamentarian Prof Ashu Marasinghe told Parliament today that the  Attorney General's (AG) Department is of the opinio...,negative,-0.997846603
Illicit liquor deaths in Mirigama 8 say Police,8/7/2019,Uncategorized,"A number of illicit liquor drinkers in Baduragama, Mirigama have fallen ill and at least 8 have died, the Police Media S...","Illicit liquor deaths in Mirigama 8 say Police A number of illicit liquor drinkers in Baduragama, Mirigama have fallen ill and at least 8 have died, the Police Media S...",negative,-0.998150647
Govt nurses ready to strike,8/7/2019,Health,"The Government Nursing Officers Association (GNOA) has called a 24-hour strike tomorrow (08), the President of GNOA Sama...","Govt nurses ready to strike The Government Nursing Officers Association (GNOA) has called a 24-hour strike tomorrow (08), the President of GNOA Sama...",negative,-0.978756726
JA student entrepreneur program to relaunch in Sri Lanka,8/7/2019,Business,"The Junior Achievement (JA) program which was active in Sri Lanka till 2012, will be relaunched in September 2019 to unl...","JA student entrepreneur program to relaunch in Sri Lanka The Junior Achievement (JA) program which was active in Sri Lanka till 2012, will be relaunched in September 2019 to unl...",positive,0.920702696
"Sri Lanka’s rupee opens weaker, gilt yields ease",8/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 177.75/80 against the US dollar on Wednesday while stocks gained...,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opens weaker, gilt yields ease ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 177.75/80 against the US dollar on Wednesday while stocks gained...",negative,-0.993098915
Previous govts did not empower Samurdhi beneficiaries - Daya,8/7/2019,Politics,Minister of Primary Industries and Social Empowerment Daya Gamage said that former Governments gave the people Samurdhi ...,Previous govts did not empower Samurdhi beneficiaries - Daya Minister of Primary Industries and Social Empowerment Daya Gamage said that former Governments gave the people Samurdhi ...,negative,-0.999473751
Thajudeen case: JMO indicted for evidence tampering,8/7/2019,Uncategorized,"The Attorney General has indicted former Colombo Chief Judicial Medical Officer, Dr. Ananda Samarasekara, for allegedly ...","Thajudeen case: JMO indicted for evidence tampering The Attorney General has indicted former Colombo Chief Judicial Medical Officer, Dr. Ananda Samarasekara, for allegedly ...",negative,-0.989738524
Global stocks mixed as China props up Yuan,8/7/2019,International news,"Global stock markets were mixed on Tuesday, with Wall Street snapping a multi-session losing streak, while European and ...","Global stocks mixed as China props up Yuan Global stock markets were mixed on Tuesday, with Wall Street snapping a multi-session losing streak, while European and ...",negative,-0.996227741
China denies false 'undervaluation' charges by US Mercantilists,8/7/2019,International news,"China's central bank said Tuesday it is ""resolutely opposed"" to the United States labeling Beijing a currency manipulato...","China denies false 'undervaluation' charges by US Mercantilists China's central bank said Tuesday it is ""resolutely opposed"" to the United States labeling Beijing a currency manipulato...",negative,-0.939180493
"VAT, NBT concessions from September",8/7/2019,Economy,Amendments to Value Added Tax (VAT) and Nation Building Tax (NBT) proposed by the Finance Minister has been approved by ...,"VAT, NBT concessions from September Amendments to Value Added Tax (VAT) and Nation Building Tax (NBT) proposed by the Finance Minister has been approved by ...",positive,0.983868122
Sri Lanka to buy luxury fleet for SOE as people desert buses,8/7/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's state-run bus transport enterprise will buy 2,000 luxury buses, as more people move towards private transpor...","Sri Lanka to buy luxury fleet for SOE as people desert buses Sri Lanka's state-run bus transport enterprise will buy 2,000 luxury buses, as more people move towards private transpor...",negative,-0.989567459
President off to Cambodia,8/7/2019,Uncategorized,President Maithripala Sirisena will pay a visit to Cambodia from today 7 Aug to 10th of August 2019.,President off to Cambodia President Maithripala Sirisena will pay a visit to Cambodia from today 7 Aug to 10th of August 2019.,positive,0.997307658
Sri Lanka's Expolanka profits fall in June quarter,8/7/2019,Markets,"Expolanka Holdings Plc, a logistics and travel firm, said that its net profits for the June quarter fell 38.2 percent to...","Sri Lanka's Expolanka profits fall in June quarter Expolanka Holdings Plc, a logistics and travel firm, said that its net profits for the June quarter fell 38.2 percent to...",negative,-0.999350846
Ideal Finance deposit taking restricted by Sri Lanka regulator,8/7/2019,Banking,The central bank has limited deposit taking at Ideal Finance after the firm failed to meet a 1.5 billion rupee capital r...,Ideal Finance deposit taking restricted by Sri Lanka regulator The central bank has limited deposit taking at Ideal Finance after the firm failed to meet a 1.5 billion rupee capital r...,negative,-0.998948514
Government withdraws controversial power Bill,8/7/2019,Uncategorized,The government has withdrawn the controversial Sri Lanka Electricity (Amendment) Bill which would have given the Ministe...,Government withdraws controversial power Bill The government has withdrawn the controversial Sri Lanka Electricity (Amendment) Bill which would have given the Ministe...,negative,-0.996756256
Dushni Weerakoon appointed to Sri Lanka Monetary Board,8/6/2019,Economy,"Dushni Weerakoon, an economist, has been appointed as a member of the Monetary Board, the central bank said.","Dushni Weerakoon appointed to Sri Lanka Monetary Board Dushni Weerakoon, an economist, has been appointed as a member of the Monetary Board, the central bank said.",positive,0.97494781
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields up",8/6/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 177.55/65 against the US dollar on Tuesday while bonds yields edged up margina...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 177.55/65 against the US dollar on Tuesday while bonds yields edged up margina...",negative,-0.991780221
"Sri Lanka to lift VAT from small apartments, NBT off hotels",8/6/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has lifted value added tax from apartments costing below 25 million rupees, while the payment date for VAT has...","Sri Lanka to lift VAT from small apartments, NBT off hotels Sri Lanka has lifted value added tax from apartments costing below 25 million rupees, while the payment date for VAT has...",negative,-0.98546648
Sri Lanka NITF building buffers to meet natural disasters: Fitch,8/6/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's state-owned reinsurance agency NITF is building capital buffers which will help in dealing with increasing f...,Sri Lanka NITF building buffers to meet natural disasters: Fitch Sri Lanka's state-owned reinsurance agency NITF is building capital buffers which will help in dealing with increasing f...,negative,-0.922723949
Sri Lanka stocks retreat for sixth day,8/6/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.73 percent lower on Tuesday, continuing to fall for the sixth straight day, brokers said.","Sri Lanka stocks retreat for sixth day Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.73 percent lower on Tuesday, continuing to fall for the sixth straight day, brokers said.",negative,-0.998366058
Chemanex sells Commercial Insurance Brokers for Rs.250mn,8/6/2019,Markets,Chemicals manufacturer Chemanex Plc said that it has completed the sale of Commercial Insurance Brokers (Pvt) Ltd to Com...,Chemanex sells Commercial Insurance Brokers for Rs.250mn Chemicals manufacturer Chemanex Plc said that it has completed the sale of Commercial Insurance Brokers (Pvt) Ltd to Com...,negative,-0.922615588
"""We cannot run away from our responsibility"" for the Easter tragedy - Ranil",8/6/2019,Uncategorized,"“We cannot run away from the responsibility that there were serious lapses that led to the Easter attacks,” Prime Mi...","""We cannot run away from our responsibility"" for the Easter tragedy - Ranil “We cannot run away from the responsibility that there were serious lapses that led to the Easter attacks,” Prime Mi...",positive,0.998179317
Defense Ministry is unstable Ruwan tells Parliamentary probe,8/6/2019,Uncategorized,State Minister for Defense Ruwan Wijewardene says that the Intelligence Services did not convey prior warnings of Easter...,Defense Ministry is unstable Ruwan tells Parliamentary probe State Minister for Defense Ruwan Wijewardene says that the Intelligence Services did not convey prior warnings of Easter...,negative,-0.999380708
Sri Lanka has second highest welfare coverage in Asia,8/6/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has the second highest welfare coverage in Asia, albeit with low spending per person, while other forms of soc...","Sri Lanka has second highest welfare coverage in Asia Sri Lanka has the second highest welfare coverage in Asia, albeit with low spending per person, while other forms of soc...",negative,-0.920101643
Policies must not be limited to paper to win elections - Arjuna,8/6/2019,Uncategorized,Minister Arjuna Ranatunga said that there should be proper policies which should be implemented and not be limited to th...,Policies must not be limited to paper to win elections - Arjuna Minister Arjuna Ranatunga said that there should be proper policies which should be implemented and not be limited to th...,positive,0.917845309
Chevron Lubricants unit profits down 13-pct in June quarter amid flat Sri Lanka revenues,8/6/2019,Business,"Profits at Chevron Lubricants Lanka Plc, a unit Chevron. fell 13 percent from a year earlier to 439 million rupees in th...","Chevron Lubricants unit profits down 13-pct in June quarter amid flat Sri Lanka revenues Profits at Chevron Lubricants Lanka Plc, a unit Chevron. fell 13 percent from a year earlier to 439 million rupees in th...",negative,-0.999562442
Cannot lose party identity in efforts to defeat UNP - SLFP,8/6/2019,Politics,The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) cannot lose its identity or alienate its base in its efforts to defeat the ruling Uni...,Cannot lose party identity in efforts to defeat UNP - SLFP The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) cannot lose its identity or alienate its base in its efforts to defeat the ruling Uni...,positive,0.993726373
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker amid excess liquidity, gilt yields edge up",8/6/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 177.30/45 against the US dollar on Tuesday while stocks opened 0.18 percent lo...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker amid excess liquidity, gilt yields edge up Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 177.30/45 against the US dollar on Tuesday while stocks opened 0.18 percent lo...",negative,-0.992590189
Sri Lanka's Watawala Plantations net up 67-pct on palm oil,8/6/2019,Agriculture,Profits at Sri Lanka's Watawala Plantation Plc grew 67 percent to 275 million rupees in the June 2019 quarter from a yea...,Sri Lanka's Watawala Plantations net up 67-pct on palm oil Profits at Sri Lanka's Watawala Plantation Plc grew 67 percent to 275 million rupees in the June 2019 quarter from a yea...,negative,-0.930070877
No change in 15% interest rate for senior citizens – Finance Ministry,8/6/2019,Economy,The special interest rate of 15% offered by the Government for senior citizens’ fixed deposit accounts remains unchang...,No change in 15% interest rate for senior citizens – Finance Ministry The special interest rate of 15% offered by the Government for senior citizens’ fixed deposit accounts remains unchang...,negative,-0.997347832
It's the system that destroyed Cricket not Hathuru - Arjuna,8/6/2019,Sports,World cup winning cricket captain Arjuna Ranatunga says Coach Chandika Hathurusinghe should not be blamed for the failur...,It's the system that destroyed Cricket not Hathuru - Arjuna World cup winning cricket captain Arjuna Ranatunga says Coach Chandika Hathurusinghe should not be blamed for the failur...,negative,-0.812535465
Maldives ex-vice president detained after India escape bid,8/6/2019,South Asia,"Former Maldives vice president Ahmed Adeeb, who faces attempted murder and corruption allegations, was remanded in custo...","Maldives ex-vice president detained after India escape bid Former Maldives vice president Ahmed Adeeb, who faces attempted murder and corruption allegations, was remanded in custo...",negative,-0.918776453
Monks attack Methodist evangelist in Mahiyanganaya,8/6/2019,Uncategorized,The Methodist Church has accused three Buddhist monks of attacking an evangelist student in Mahiyanganaya on Sunday (4).,Monks attack Methodist evangelist in Mahiyanganaya The Methodist Church has accused three Buddhist monks of attacking an evangelist student in Mahiyanganaya on Sunday (4).,negative,-0.989441991
Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas pin hopes on new formula to end LPG price controls,8/6/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas Plc is expecting a new price formula to end price controls that has left the sector is large loss...,Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas pin hopes on new formula to end LPG price controls Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas Plc is expecting a new price formula to end price controls that has left the sector is large loss...,negative,-0.999696136
Katuwapitiya tense after stone attack,8/6/2019,Uncategorized,Police are investigating after an unknown person threw a stone at the statue of St Sebastian at Katuwapitiya junction in...,Katuwapitiya tense after stone attack Police are investigating after an unknown person threw a stone at the statue of St Sebastian at Katuwapitiya junction in...,negative,-0.991132438
Global stocks tumble on escalating US-China trade war,8/6/2019,International news,World stock markets plunged Monday as Beijing parried US President Donald Trump's latest tariff announcements by moving ...,Global stocks tumble on escalating US-China trade war World stock markets plunged Monday as Beijing parried US President Donald Trump's latest tariff announcements by moving ...,negative,-0.98295927
Buddhist-majority Ladakh's statehood India's internal matter - Sri Lanka PM,8/6/2019,Uncategorized,"Weighing in on the Indian government's controversial decision to repeal Article 370 of the Indian Constitution, Prime Mi...","Buddhist-majority Ladakh's statehood India's internal matter - Sri Lanka PM Weighing in on the Indian government's controversial decision to repeal Article 370 of the Indian Constitution, Prime Mi...",positive,0.75665015
Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings net up 76-pct on capital gains,8/6/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings Plc, which has interests in consumer goods, pharma, agriculture and power said profits gre...","Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings net up 76-pct on capital gains Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings Plc, which has interests in consumer goods, pharma, agriculture and power said profits gre...",positive,0.958902121
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields marginally up",8/5/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 176.90/177.00 against the US dollar on Monday while bonds yields edged up marg...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields marginally up Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 176.90/177.00 against the US dollar on Monday while bonds yields edged up marg...",negative,-0.996944845
Sri Lanka stocks fall amid political uncertainty,8/5/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.09 percent lower on Monday, retreating for the fifth day as uncertainty prevailed over the pre...","Sri Lanka stocks fall amid political uncertainty Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.09 percent lower on Monday, retreating for the fifth day as uncertainty prevailed over the pre...",negative,-0.998751998
Sri Lanka's Piramal Glass profits down over upgrade,8/5/2019,Business,"Piramal Glass Plc, a Sri Lanka based publicly traded unit of India's Piramal group said profits in the June 2019 quarter...","Sri Lanka's Piramal Glass profits down over upgrade Piramal Glass Plc, a Sri Lanka based publicly traded unit of India's Piramal group said profits in the June 2019 quarter...",negative,-0.997117758
"Tropical forests the size of Sri Lanka destroyed for bioenergy, food",8/5/2019,Environment,Experts Friday began negotiating the most comprehensive scientific assessment ever of the role the land we live off play...,"Tropical forests the size of Sri Lanka destroyed for bioenergy, food Experts Friday began negotiating the most comprehensive scientific assessment ever of the role the land we live off play...",positive,0.987413526
Fear in Mirigama and Pallewela as illicit liquor takes lives,8/5/2019,Uncategorized,The Criminal Investigation Department has taken over the probe into multiple fatal poisoning from illicit liquor in the ...,Fear in Mirigama and Pallewela as illicit liquor takes lives The Criminal Investigation Department has taken over the probe into multiple fatal poisoning from illicit liquor in the ...,negative,-0.99624455
Grassroots SLFP supporters will never vote UNP - G.L,8/5/2019,Politics,The grassroots level Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) supporters will never vote for the United National Party (UNP) presi...,Grassroots SLFP supporters will never vote UNP - G.L The grassroots level Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) supporters will never vote for the United National Party (UNP) presi...,negative,-0.951785922
Sri Lanka's UNP led alliance delayed towards end August: Ranil,8/5/2019,Political News,The inking of a deal to set up a broad electoral alliance under the banner of Sri Lanka's United National Party may be f...,Sri Lanka's UNP led alliance delayed towards end August: Ranil The inking of a deal to set up a broad electoral alliance under the banner of Sri Lanka's United National Party may be f...,negative,-0.993277252
UNP-led alliance by end August; only goal victory for party and country - PM,8/5/2019,Politics,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said today that the proposed UNP-led Democratic National Alliance (DNF) will be form...,UNP-led alliance by end August; only goal victory for party and country - PM Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said today that the proposed UNP-led Democratic National Alliance (DNF) will be form...,negative,-0.952474296
Foreign investors sell rupee bonds for two weeks in a row,8/5/2019,Bonds & Forex,Foreign investors have sold rupee denominated bonds for two weeks in a row after some buying in mid July official data s...,Foreign investors sell rupee bonds for two weeks in a row Foreign investors have sold rupee denominated bonds for two weeks in a row after some buying in mid July official data s...,negative,-0.995094538
"Sri Lanka stocks open stronger, rupee slips",8/5/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 176.80/90 against the US dollar on Monday while stocks were 0.19 percent highe...,"Sri Lanka stocks open stronger, rupee slips Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 176.80/90 against the US dollar on Monday while stocks were 0.19 percent highe...",negative,-0.997225165
AG's opinion is that motion to abolish death penalty is illegal-President,8/5/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena said that the Attorney General has informed him that the private members' motion presente...,AG's opinion is that motion to abolish death penalty is illegal-President President Maithripala Sirisena said that the Attorney General has informed him that the private members' motion presente...,negative,-0.992846072
Six people in hospital following a clash in Wellawatte.,8/5/2019,Uncategorized,Six people including three police officers admitted to hospital following a brawl.,Six people in hospital following a clash in Wellawatte. Six people including three police officers admitted to hospital following a brawl.,negative,-0.986237288
SLPP ready to face legal action when MR takes up party leadership,8/5/2019,Politics,If former President Mahinda Rajapaksa faces legal challenges when he takes over the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) l...,SLPP ready to face legal action when MR takes up party leadership If former President Mahinda Rajapaksa faces legal challenges when he takes over the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) l...,negative,-0.975446522
Bleriot to Zapata; French flyers across the English channel,8/5/2019,International news,"By plane, hot-air balloon and gondola: the English Channel has been crossed in many inventive ways, and on Sunday French...","Bleriot to Zapata; French flyers across the English channel By plane, hot-air balloon and gondola: the English Channel has been crossed in many inventive ways, and on Sunday French...",positive,0.999565303
Asia markets sink as the Chinese yuan tumbles,8/5/2019,International news,"Asian markets plummeted Monday as the Chinese yuan fell sharply, days after US President Donald Trump's vow to impose fr...","Asia markets sink as the Chinese yuan tumbles Asian markets plummeted Monday as the Chinese yuan fell sharply, days after US President Donald Trump's vow to impose fr...",negative,-0.999382973
"Special train services for  school vacation, Esala festival",8/5/2019,Uncategorized,"A special train service will be deployed from Colombo Fort to Badulla during the school vacation season, the Railways De...","Special train services for  school vacation, Esala festival A special train service will be deployed from Colombo Fort to Badulla during the school vacation season, the Railways De...",negative,-0.661327899
Shakthika granted bail; indictment awaits,8/5/2019,Uncategorized,"After over four months in remand custody, fiction writer Shakthika Sathkumara was granted bail by the Kurunegala High Co...","Shakthika granted bail; indictment awaits After over four months in remand custody, fiction writer Shakthika Sathkumara was granted bail by the Kurunegala High Co...",negative,-0.632410526
"Sri Lanka nominal budget deficit wider in May 2019, foreign debt down",8/5/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's nominal central government budget deficit has expanded in the five months to May 2019 from a year earlier, b...","Sri Lanka nominal budget deficit wider in May 2019, foreign debt down Sri Lanka's nominal central government budget deficit has expanded in the five months to May 2019 from a year earlier, b...",negative,-0.960571349
HSBC says CEO Flint steps down as it faces 'challenging' geopolitics,8/5/2019,International news,"HSBC on Monday announced its Group Chief Executive John Flint had stepped down after less than two years on the job, as ...","HSBC says CEO Flint steps down as it faces 'challenging' geopolitics HSBC on Monday announced its Group Chief Executive John Flint had stepped down after less than two years on the job, as ...",negative,-0.998490572
Arjuna fires salvo as UNP led alliance for Sri Lanka polls held up,8/5/2019,Political News,Aviation Minister Arjuna Ranatunga has warned the United National Party to solve its internal problem if it wanted to ke...,Arjuna fires salvo as UNP led alliance for Sri Lanka polls held up Aviation Minister Arjuna Ranatunga has warned the United National Party to solve its internal problem if it wanted to ke...,negative,-0.993840814
Three new Governors appointed,8/5/2019,Politics,Three new Governors have sworn in before President Maithripala Sirisena this morning (5 Aug).,Three new Governors appointed Three new Governors have sworn in before President Maithripala Sirisena this morning (5 Aug).,positive,0.97800535
Driver's carelessness caused Waskaduwa multiple fatality accident - Police,8/5/2019,Uncategorized,Police investigating yesterday collision at Waskaduwa that left six dead say the SLTB Bus driver's carelessness caused t...,Driver's carelessness caused Waskaduwa multiple fatality accident - Police Police investigating yesterday collision at Waskaduwa that left six dead say the SLTB Bus driver's carelessness caused t...,negative,-0.998949349
Rs. 68bn generated through fines – Excise Dept,8/5/2019,Uncategorized,"The Excise Department has collected fines totalling Rs. 68 billion this year in 24,150 raids of illicit brewers carried ...","Rs. 68bn generated through fines – Excise Dept The Excise Department has collected fines totalling Rs. 68 billion this year in 24,150 raids of illicit brewers carried ...",negative,-0.968640625
SLPP swings into action as UNP cancels Alliance launch,8/5/2019,Politics,As the Yahapalana government sputters to the end the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) election machinery swung smoothl...,SLPP swings into action as UNP cancels Alliance launch As the Yahapalana government sputters to the end the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) election machinery swung smoothl...,positive,0.867694914
Sri Lanka's LVL Energy Fund hit by soft-peg collapse,8/4/2019,Energy,Colombo-listed LVL Energy Fund Plc said it had to allocate more money to finance a foreign project after Sri Lanka's sof...,Sri Lanka's LVL Energy Fund hit by soft-peg collapse Colombo-listed LVL Energy Fund Plc said it had to allocate more money to finance a foreign project after Sri Lanka's sof...,negative,-0.999638557
Sri Lanka's HDFC gets Rs250m capital injection from tax-payers,8/4/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's HDFC Bank, a publicly traded mortgage lender with the state as main shareholder said it has received a 250 m...","Sri Lanka's HDFC gets Rs250m capital injection from tax-payers Sri Lanka's HDFC Bank, a publicly traded mortgage lender with the state as main shareholder said it has received a 250 m...",negative,-0.955002904
"Drugs are the reason for murder, rape and robbery - President",8/4/2019,Politics,"President Sirisena says that drugs are the reason behind Murder, Rape and Robbery.","Drugs are the reason for murder, rape and robbery - President President Sirisena says that drugs are the reason behind Murder, Rape and Robbery.",negative,-0.931196034
Gota’s citizenship issue raises more doubts over Sri Lanka nationality,8/3/2019,Political News,Opposition presidential hopeful Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s declaration that he had renounced his US citizenship and obt...,Gota’s citizenship issue raises more doubts over Sri Lanka nationality Opposition presidential hopeful Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s declaration that he had renounced his US citizenship and obt...,negative,-0.989889741
India-funded Gandhi Nagar village inaugurated in eastern Sri Lanka,8/3/2019,Business,"Gandhi Nagar, a model village built in Batticaloa, Sri Lanka, with help from India was inaugurated on Saturday, the Indi...","India-funded Gandhi Nagar village inaugurated in eastern Sri Lanka Gandhi Nagar, a model village built in Batticaloa, Sri Lanka, with help from India was inaugurated on Saturday, the Indi...",positive,0.995392203
India deports Maldives ex-vice VP Adeeb caught on boat,8/3/2019,International news,"India on Saturday deported former Maldives vice president Ahmed Adeeb, who faces attempted murder and corruption charges...","India deports Maldives ex-vice VP Adeeb caught on boat India on Saturday deported former Maldives vice president Ahmed Adeeb, who faces attempted murder and corruption charges...",negative,-0.979125202
Sri Lanka's PickMe to continue growth with acquisitions,8/3/2019,Markets,"PickMe, a Sri Lankan ride hailing firm, will continue to expand through acquisitions, a top official said, after purchas...","Sri Lanka's PickMe to continue growth with acquisitions PickMe, a Sri Lankan ride hailing firm, will continue to expand through acquisitions, a top official said, after purchas...",positive,0.99903971
Those opposing the death penalty did not bring laws against terrorism - Sirisena,8/3/2019,Politics,The President said that world leaders do not stand up against drug traffickers because they are aware of the risk to the...,Those opposing the death penalty did not bring laws against terrorism - Sirisena The President said that world leaders do not stand up against drug traffickers because they are aware of the risk to the...,negative,-0.994751275
Sri Lanka's Interblocks bought by Japan's Hitachi-Omron,8/2/2019,ICT,"Interblocks Ltd, a Sri Lanka-based fintech firm, which develops online payment and automated teller technology is to be ...","Sri Lanka's Interblocks bought by Japan's Hitachi-Omron Interblocks Ltd, a Sri Lanka-based fintech firm, which develops online payment and automated teller technology is to be ...",positive,0.547535837
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals down 46.9-pct in July,8/2/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals for July were down 46.9 percent to 115,701 from a year earlier following the Easter Sunday ...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals down 46.9-pct in July Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals for July were down 46.9 percent to 115,701 from a year earlier following the Easter Sunday ...",negative,-0.998329222
Sri Lanka stocks fall with selling in JKH,8/2/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.04 percent lower on Friday, pushed down by index-heavy John Keells Holdings (JKH) brokers said...","Sri Lanka stocks fall with selling in JKH Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.04 percent lower on Friday, pushed down by index-heavy John Keells Holdings (JKH) brokers said...",negative,-0.999422431
Doors opened for Sri Lanka renewable energy firms to move into Africa,8/2/2019,Energy,A path breaking iniatiative for Sri Lanka-based renewable energy firms to move into Africa has been laid in Addis Ababa ...,Doors opened for Sri Lanka renewable energy firms to move into Africa A path breaking iniatiative for Sri Lanka-based renewable energy firms to move into Africa has been laid in Addis Ababa ...,positive,0.998587489
"Kandy hotels slash rates, discounts Perahera package to draw tourists to Sri Lanka",8/2/2019,Business,Hotels in Sri Lanka's cultural city Kandy are only half full during the annual 'Esala Perahera' pageant season which run...,"Kandy hotels slash rates, discounts Perahera package to draw tourists to Sri Lanka Hotels in Sri Lanka's cultural city Kandy are only half full during the annual 'Esala Perahera' pageant season which run...",negative,-0.996560276
Sri Lanka eyes US$500mn equivalent Samurai bond: PM,8/2/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka is planning to raise at least 500 million US dollar equivalent from a yen denominated bond, Prime Minister Ran...","Sri Lanka eyes US$500mn equivalent Samurai bond: PM Sri Lanka is planning to raise at least 500 million US dollar equivalent from a yen denominated bond, Prime Minister Ran...",negative,-0.985746264
Warrants against Senadipathi and Fernando issued,8/2/2019,Uncategorized,The Colombo High Court today issued arrest warrants against Nissanka Senadipathi and Palitha Fernando as they did not ap...,Warrants against Senadipathi and Fernando issued The Colombo High Court today issued arrest warrants against Nissanka Senadipathi and Palitha Fernando as they did not ap...,negative,-0.989925265
Top Cops transfer out of Kurunegala stopped,8/2/2019,Uncategorized,Less than a day after the National Police Commission (NPC) agreed to transfer two senior police officers out of the Kuru...,Top Cops transfer out of Kurunegala stopped Less than a day after the National Police Commission (NPC) agreed to transfer two senior police officers out of the Kuru...,negative,-0.989986598
Sri Lanka plans price formula for wheat flour after building oligopoly,8/2/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's government which had blocked free competition in wheat by taxing milled flour at a higher rate than raw grai...,Sri Lanka plans price formula for wheat flour after building oligopoly Sri Lanka's government which had blocked free competition in wheat by taxing milled flour at a higher rate than raw grai...,negative,-0.996406019
UNP Top Brass to amend alliance constitution,8/2/2019,Uncategorized,Four senior members of the United National Party will meet tonight to make changes to the proposed Constitution of the a...,UNP Top Brass to amend alliance constitution Four senior members of the United National Party will meet tonight to make changes to the proposed Constitution of the a...,positive,0.994239092
Golden brew: rare Assam tea bags world record at auction,8/2/2019,South Asia,"A rare Assam tea has sold for a world record price at auction in India, highlighting a boom for speciality teas while th...","Golden brew: rare Assam tea bags world record at auction A rare Assam tea has sold for a world record price at auction in India, highlighting a boom for speciality teas while th...",positive,0.999117792
"Sri Lanka stocks open lower on banks, rupee stable",8/2/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened unchanged at 176.50/60 against the US dollar on Friday while stocks fell 0.21 percent an...,"Sri Lanka stocks open lower on banks, rupee stable Sri Lanka’s rupee opened unchanged at 176.50/60 against the US dollar on Friday while stocks fell 0.21 percent an...",negative,-0.998877227
Only 6% of the Kalpitiya Bar Reef is currently alive - UNDP,8/2/2019,Uncategorized,"Not a lot was known about the Bar Reef in Kalpitiya until recently. However, before we learned its value, we had nearly ...","Only 6% of the Kalpitiya Bar Reef is currently alive - UNDP Not a lot was known about the Bar Reef in Kalpitiya until recently. However, before we learned its value, we had nearly ...",negative,-0.996386766
Critical shortage of pharmaceutical drugs in Govt. hospitals – GMOA,8/2/2019,Health,The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) has warned of a crisis situation in the health sector as state hospit...,Critical shortage of pharmaceutical drugs in Govt. hospitals – GMOA The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) has warned of a crisis situation in the health sector as state hospit...,negative,-0.990659654
Ranil forced to 'democratize' proposed alliance constitution in major showdown,8/2/2019,Political News,Members of Sri Lanka's United National Party is to submit amendments to a draft constitution to govern a proposed broad ...,Ranil forced to 'democratize' proposed alliance constitution in major showdown Members of Sri Lanka's United National Party is to submit amendments to a draft constitution to govern a proposed broad ...,negative,-0.990913987
Proposed reforms to Sri Lanka Cricket presented to ICC Chairman,8/2/2019,Sports,A meeting between Sports Minister Harin Fernando and Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) Shashanth Manoh...,Proposed reforms to Sri Lanka Cricket presented to ICC Chairman A meeting between Sports Minister Harin Fernando and Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) Shashanth Manoh...,positive,0.963
India's Tata to build 3m square feet 'mini city' in Sri Lanka,8/2/2019,Business,India' Tata group will build a 3 million square feet mixed development in Sri Lanka's capital Prime Minister Ranil Wickr...,India's Tata to build 3m square feet 'mini city' in Sri Lanka India' Tata group will build a 3 million square feet mixed development in Sri Lanka's capital Prime Minister Ranil Wickr...,positive,0.953411281
Shafi case: Two top cops to be moved out of Kurunegala,8/2/2019,Uncategorized,The National Police Commission (NPC) will inform the Acting Inspector General of Police Chandana Wickremeratne today tha...,Shafi case: Two top cops to be moved out of Kurunegala The National Police Commission (NPC) will inform the Acting Inspector General of Police Chandana Wickremeratne today tha...,negative,-0.957643211
"Court orders Hayleys, ETL to not re-export waste containers",8/2/2019,Uncategorized,The Court of Appeal issued an interim order on Wednesday (31 July) directing Hayleys Free Zone Ltd and ETL Colombo Ltd t...,"Court orders Hayleys, ETL to not re-export waste containers The Court of Appeal issued an interim order on Wednesday (31 July) directing Hayleys Free Zone Ltd and ETL Colombo Ltd t...",negative,-0.97034663
Asia markets in the red on tariff worries,8/2/2019,International news,Asian markets fell sharply Friday as US President Donald Trump's decision to slap new tariffs on China ratcheted up inve...,Asia markets in the red on tariff worries Asian markets fell sharply Friday as US President Donald Trump's decision to slap new tariffs on China ratcheted up inve...,negative,-0.988656044
US to slap 10-pct tariff on $300 bn more in Chinese goods: Trump,8/2/2019,International news,"President Donald Trump announced Thursday he will hit China with punitive tariffs on another $300 billion in goods, esca...","US to slap 10-pct tariff on $300 bn more in Chinese goods: Trump President Donald Trump announced Thursday he will hit China with punitive tariffs on another $300 billion in goods, esca...",negative,-0.997123301
Tata Housing completes Rs7bn urban re-housing apartments in Sri Lanka,8/2/2019,Business,"India's Tata Housing has completed the construction of a 7,000 million rupee high rise complex with 626 housing unit and...","Tata Housing completes Rs7bn urban re-housing apartments in Sri Lanka India's Tata Housing has completed the construction of a 7,000 million rupee high rise complex with 626 housing unit and...",positive,0.986782432
SLFP to decide their course of action on presidential election on  Sept 2 -Duminda,8/2/2019,Uncategorized,Parliamentarian Duminda Dissanayake said that the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) will announce its decision regarding th...,SLFP to decide their course of action on presidential election on  Sept 2 -Duminda Parliamentarian Duminda Dissanayake said that the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) will announce its decision regarding th...,positive,0.768646121
Business chambers didn't stand with Muslim SMEs - Rishad,8/2/2019,Business,Sri Lankan business chambers have failed to stand together with Muslim owned small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in diff...,Business chambers didn't stand with Muslim SMEs - Rishad Sri Lankan business chambers have failed to stand together with Muslim owned small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in diff...,negative,-0.998757243
Rough seas during thundershowers; naval and fishing communities warned,8/2/2019,Weather and Climate,"The seas extending from Puttalam to Mullaitivu via Kankasanturai will be rough at times today, the Department of Meteoro...","Rough seas during thundershowers; naval and fishing communities warned The seas extending from Puttalam to Mullaitivu via Kankasanturai will be rough at times today, the Department of Meteoro...",negative,-0.988721967
"Gota has no ""legal obstacle"" to be the candidate - Kanchana",8/2/2019,Uncategorized,"The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna says that former Secretary to the Ministry of Defense Goabaya Rajapaksa has ""no legal ob...","Gota has no ""legal obstacle"" to be the candidate - Kanchana The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna says that former Secretary to the Ministry of Defense Goabaya Rajapaksa has ""no legal ob...",negative,-0.971764803
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields eased",8/1/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee ended weaker at 176.50/60 against the US dollar on Thursday while bonds yields eased, dealers s...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields eased Sri Lanka’s rupee ended weaker at 176.50/60 against the US dollar on Thursday while bonds yields eased, dealers s...",negative,-0.995158732
Sri Lanka Easter bombing hit at The Kingsbury total Rs93mn,8/1/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's The Kingsbury Plc, which was one of the hotels bombed on Easter Sunday, had incurred 93 million rupees in da...","Sri Lanka Easter bombing hit at The Kingsbury total Rs93mn Sri Lanka's The Kingsbury Plc, which was one of the hotels bombed on Easter Sunday, had incurred 93 million rupees in da...",negative,-0.998374939
Sri Lanka stocks retreat for third day with selling in banks,8/1/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks retreated for the third day, closing 0.64 points lower with selling in banking stocks, provisional da...","Sri Lanka stocks retreat for third day with selling in banks Sri Lanka's stocks retreated for the third day, closing 0.64 points lower with selling in banking stocks, provisional da...",negative,-0.999129713
Sri Lanka jails perp for sex offence on tourists on skype evidence,8/1/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka has jailed a person accused of sexually harassing two British women for five years after getting video evidenc...,Sri Lanka jails perp for sex offence on tourists on skype evidence Sri Lanka has jailed a person accused of sexually harassing two British women for five years after getting video evidenc...,negative,-0.997322738
Sri Lanka central bank asks CDB to restrict dividends,8/1/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's Citizens Development Business Finance Plc (CDB) has been asked to stop paying dividends for the next two yea...,Sri Lanka central bank asks CDB to restrict dividends Sri Lanka's Citizens Development Business Finance Plc (CDB) has been asked to stop paying dividends for the next two yea...,negative,-0.998446882
UNP in crisis as deep divisions emerge at Working Committee,8/1/2019,Politics,Just weeks before the political campaign for the forthcoming Presidential Election begins in earnest the United National...,UNP in crisis as deep divisions emerge at Working Committee Just weeks before the political campaign for the forthcoming Presidential Election begins in earnest the United National...,negative,-0.973156393
Sri Lanka's PickMe acquires YAMU to expand food delivery,8/1/2019,ICT,"PickMe, a Sri Lankan homegrown ride-hailing app which recently ventured into food delivery, said that it has acquired Ya...","Sri Lanka's PickMe acquires YAMU to expand food delivery PickMe, a Sri Lankan homegrown ride-hailing app which recently ventured into food delivery, said that it has acquired Ya...",positive,0.997064531
Sri Lanka to call for proposals to develop Dedduwa tourism zone,8/1/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka will seek proposals from consultants and developers to set up a tourism resort in Dedduwa, the cabinet office ...","Sri Lanka to call for proposals to develop Dedduwa tourism zone Sri Lanka will seek proposals from consultants and developers to set up a tourism resort in Dedduwa, the cabinet office ...",negative,-0.930363417
"Sri Lanka stocks open higher, rupee weaker",8/1/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s stocks opened 0.19 percent higher while rupee opened weaker at 176.35/45 against the US dollar on Thu...,"Sri Lanka stocks open higher, rupee weaker Sri Lanka’s stocks opened 0.19 percent higher while rupee opened weaker at 176.35/45 against the US dollar on Thu...",negative,-0.995128274
Border controls in three Sri Lanka domestic airports for regional flights,8/1/2019,Aviation,Sri Lanka will be setting up border control operations and certifying aerodomes in three domestic airports to serve regi...,Border controls in three Sri Lanka domestic airports for regional flights Sri Lanka will be setting up border control operations and certifying aerodomes in three domestic airports to serve regi...,negative,-0.797781229
Price formula for flour to be introduced - Buddhika Pathirana,8/1/2019,Uncategorized,"A pricing formula will be implemented for flour in the near future, State Minister for Industry and Commerce Buddhika Pa...","Price formula for flour to be introduced - Buddhika Pathirana A pricing formula will be implemented for flour in the near future, State Minister for Industry and Commerce Buddhika Pa...",negative,-0.978733599
Strict action against those who use formalin in food – State Minister,8/1/2019,Uncategorized,Strict action will be taken through Consumer Affairs Authority (CFA) against those who misuse formalin for food preserva...,Strict action against those who use formalin in food – State Minister Strict action will be taken through Consumer Affairs Authority (CFA) against those who misuse formalin for food preserva...,negative,-0.973939121
Sri Lanka's People's Leasing profit down 38-pct on bad loans,8/1/2019,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka's Peoples Leasing and Finance Plc fell 38 percent to 713 million rupees in the June 2019 quarter fr...,Sri Lanka's People's Leasing profit down 38-pct on bad loans Profits at Sri Lanka's Peoples Leasing and Finance Plc fell 38 percent to 713 million rupees in the June 2019 quarter fr...,negative,-0.999224544
UNP to go ahead with new alliance; Sajith's name proposed as Secretary,8/1/2019,Politics,The United National Party (UNP)'s Working Committee unanimously agreed to establish the proposed Democratic National Fro...,UNP to go ahead with new alliance; Sajith's name proposed as Secretary The United National Party (UNP)'s Working Committee unanimously agreed to establish the proposed Democratic National Fro...,negative,-0.865731835
Sri Lanka inflation eases to 4.0-pct in July,8/1/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka' 12-month inflation eased to 4.0 percent in July 2019 from 4.2 percent in June the state statistics office sai...,Sri Lanka inflation eases to 4.0-pct in July Sri Lanka' 12-month inflation eased to 4.0 percent in July 2019 from 4.2 percent in June the state statistics office sai...,negative,-0.931072652
"Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka net up 62-pct on strong orders, rupee collapse",8/1/2019,Apparel,"Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka Plc, a fabric maker which also has facilities in India said profits grew by 62 percent to 453 m...","Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka net up 62-pct on strong orders, rupee collapse Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka Plc, a fabric maker which also has facilities in India said profits grew by 62 percent to 453 m...",negative,-0.99722892
Arjuna wants Parliament to  probe corruption in Sri Lanka Cricket,8/1/2019,Politics,Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation Arjuna Ranatunga requested the Speaker to appoint a Parliamentary Select Commit...,Arjuna wants Parliament to  probe corruption in Sri Lanka Cricket Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation Arjuna Ranatunga requested the Speaker to appoint a Parliamentary Select Commit...,negative,-0.97963506
"US stocks fall, dollar rallies on cloudy US Fed outlook after rate cut",8/1/2019,International news,Wall Street stocks tumbled on Wednesday and the dollar rose to a two-year peak against the euro after the Federal Reserv...,"US stocks fall, dollar rallies on cloudy US Fed outlook after rate cut Wall Street stocks tumbled on Wednesday and the dollar rose to a two-year peak against the euro after the Federal Reserv...",negative,-0.998523772
US Fed cuts key interest rate to 'insure' against global uncertainties,8/1/2019,Economy,"The US Federal Reserve, under intense pressure from President Donald Trump to stimulate the economy, on Wednesday cut th...","US Fed cuts key interest rate to 'insure' against global uncertainties The US Federal Reserve, under intense pressure from President Donald Trump to stimulate the economy, on Wednesday cut th...",negative,-0.985811472
Clinical Sri Lanka whitewash 'negative' Bangladesh,8/1/2019,Culture,Sri Lanka put on a clinical performance with bat and ball to record a 122-run win in the third and final one-day interna...,Clinical Sri Lanka whitewash 'negative' Bangladesh Sri Lanka put on a clinical performance with bat and ball to record a 122-run win in the third and final one-day interna...,positive,0.845375538
CFA chief opens trading at Colombo stock exchange in Sri Lanka,8/1/2019,Markets,"Paul Smith, Paul Smith, President, CFA Institute, USA, opened trading at Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange on July 31.","CFA chief opens trading at Colombo stock exchange in Sri Lanka Paul Smith, Paul Smith, President, CFA Institute, USA, opened trading at Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange on July 31.",positive,0.986953437
"MCC projects chosen by Sri Lanka to unlock growth, will not mortgage future: Teplitz",8/1/2019,Economy,A 480 million dollar Millennium Challenge Corporation grant that will not be paid back to the US will address key constr...,"MCC projects chosen by Sri Lanka to unlock growth, will not mortgage future: Teplitz A 480 million dollar Millennium Challenge Corporation grant that will not be paid back to the US will address key constr...",negative,-0.561337829
Navy seizes another haul of beedi leaves,8/1/2019,Uncategorized,The Navy has seized 50 kilogrammes of beedi leaves in search operations carried out in the Kachchativu Island off Jaffna...,Navy seizes another haul of beedi leaves The Navy has seized 50 kilogrammes of beedi leaves in search operations carried out in the Kachchativu Island off Jaffna...,negative,-0.990526915
Security Council spent time discussing Madush - Gen. Mahesh,8/1/2019,Uncategorized,The Army Commander Lt. General Mahesh Seneviratne says the National Security Council in the weeks before the terror atta...,Security Council spent time discussing Madush - Gen. Mahesh The Army Commander Lt. General Mahesh Seneviratne says the National Security Council in the weeks before the terror atta...,negative,-0.966360927
Sri Lanka's MTD Walkers to be sued for defaulted bonds,7/31/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's MTD Walkers Plc, a construction group will be taken to court over defaulted interest on bonds, trustees Bank...","Sri Lanka's MTD Walkers to be sued for defaulted bonds Sri Lanka's MTD Walkers Plc, a construction group will be taken to court over defaulted interest on bonds, trustees Bank...",negative,-0.994824886
Cabinet nod to make amendments in the Penal Code,7/31/2019,Politics,The Cabinet of Ministers had approved the proposal made by the Minister of Justice and Prison Reforms Thalatha Athukoral...,Cabinet nod to make amendments in the Penal Code The Cabinet of Ministers had approved the proposal made by the Minister of Justice and Prison Reforms Thalatha Athukoral...,negative,-0.645639181
Sri Lanka stocks fall for second day on profit taking,7/31/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.28 percent lower on profit taking for the second consecutive day, brokers said.","Sri Lanka stocks fall for second day on profit taking Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.28 percent lower on profit taking for the second consecutive day, brokers said.",negative,-0.997045338
Sri Lanka 12-month Treasuries yield down despite higher volume accepted,7/31/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasuries yield fell 17 basis points to 8.21 percent at Wednesday's auction despite the a higher t...,Sri Lanka 12-month Treasuries yield down despite higher volume accepted Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasuries yield fell 17 basis points to 8.21 percent at Wednesday's auction despite the a higher t...,negative,-0.999255359
Asian countries turning back wealthy world's waste,7/31/2019,International news,"Several Southeast Asian countries, sick of being the wealthy world's rubbish dump, have in recent weeks turned back cont...","Asian countries turning back wealthy world's waste Several Southeast Asian countries, sick of being the wealthy world's rubbish dump, have in recent weeks turned back cont...",negative,-0.991914034
"Crude palm oil at 10-year low, volumes up: Sri Lanka's Carsons",7/31/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's Carsons Cumberbatch Plc, which owns oil palm farms in Malaysia and Indonesia and processing plants, said bum...","Crude palm oil at 10-year low, volumes up: Sri Lanka's Carsons Sri Lanka's Carsons Cumberbatch Plc, which owns oil palm farms in Malaysia and Indonesia and processing plants, said bum...",negative,-0.998519242
"Govt looking to ""upgrade"" higher education system - UNP",7/31/2019,Education,The Government is looking to “upgrade” higher education in Sri Lanka with a view to increasing the employability of ...,"Govt looking to ""upgrade"" higher education system - UNP The Government is looking to “upgrade” higher education in Sri Lanka with a view to increasing the employability of ...",negative,-0.609961689
Sri Lanka targets over 1.9 million tourists for 2019: Tourism chief,7/31/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka is expecting to draw 1.9 million to 2.0 million tourists in 2019, helped by lower prices and tightened securit...","Sri Lanka targets over 1.9 million tourists for 2019: Tourism chief Sri Lanka is expecting to draw 1.9 million to 2.0 million tourists in 2019, helped by lower prices and tightened securit...",negative,-0.983802915
"Watch out for fraudsters, Fin Min warns Enterprise SL loan applicants",7/31/2019,Uncategorized,The Ministry of Finance today (31) issued a statement warning of organised fraudsters attempting to swindle Enterprise S...,"Watch out for fraudsters, Fin Min warns Enterprise SL loan applicants The Ministry of Finance today (31) issued a statement warning of organised fraudsters attempting to swindle Enterprise S...",negative,-0.972554564
Sri Lanka mulls award of tourism promotion campaign to J Walter Thompson,7/31/2019,Business,- Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had take up the award of an emergency recovery promotional campaign by passing standa...,Sri Lanka mulls award of tourism promotion campaign to J Walter Thompson - Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had take up the award of an emergency recovery promotional campaign by passing standa...,negative,-0.9763515
SL expects up to 2 million visitors in 2019 as visa fees waived off for 48 countries,7/31/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is projected to attract 1.9 to 2 million tourists in 2019,  Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) Ch...","SL expects up to 2 million visitors in 2019 as visa fees waived off for 48 countries Sri Lanka is projected to attract 1.9 to 2 million tourists in 2019,  Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) Ch...",positive,0.816912949
Arts University Teachers accuse VC of corruption,7/31/2019,Education,Teachers Association of the Faculty of Music (TAFM) in University of the Visual and Performing Arts (UVPA) says that the...,Arts University Teachers accuse VC of corruption Teachers Association of the Faculty of Music (TAFM) in University of the Visual and Performing Arts (UVPA) says that the...,negative,-0.99624157
"""Don't stick political labels on me "" - Cardinal",7/31/2019,Politics,Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith is vehemently denying he is supporting a particular political formation or is a member of a pol...,"""Don't stick political labels on me "" - Cardinal Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith is vehemently denying he is supporting a particular political formation or is a member of a pol...",negative,-0.953033864
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Cold Stores profits up 72-pct in June quarter,7/31/2019,Markets,"Profits at Sri Lanka's Ceylon Cold Stores Plc, a consumer goods firm grew 72 percent to 412 million rupees in the June 2...","Sri Lanka's Ceylon Cold Stores profits up 72-pct in June quarter Profits at Sri Lanka's Ceylon Cold Stores Plc, a consumer goods firm grew 72 percent to 412 million rupees in the June 2...",negative,-0.888749599
Sri Lanka DFCC Bank profits down 20-pct in June quarter,7/31/2019,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank group fell 20 percent to 271 million rupees in the June 2019 quarter from a year earlie...,Sri Lanka DFCC Bank profits down 20-pct in June quarter Profits at Sri Lanka's DFCC Bank group fell 20 percent to 271 million rupees in the June 2019 quarter from a year earlie...,negative,-0.999214292
State banks should not be privatised - President,7/31/2019,Economy,"Measures should be taken to strengthen state banks instead of privatising them, President Maithripala Sirisena said.","State banks should not be privatised - President Measures should be taken to strengthen state banks instead of privatising them, President Maithripala Sirisena said.",negative,-0.975953221
Cardinal wants independent commission to probe Easter attacks,7/31/2019,Politics,Colombo’s Catholic Archbishop Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith is calling on the top political leadership to come together and...,Cardinal wants independent commission to probe Easter attacks Colombo’s Catholic Archbishop Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith is calling on the top political leadership to come together and...,positive,0.937314451
Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank profits down 11-pct in June quarter,7/31/2019,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank Plc group fell 11.3 percent from a year earlier to 547 million rupees in the June 201...,Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank profits down 11-pct in June quarter Profits at Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank Plc group fell 11.3 percent from a year earlier to 547 million rupees in the June 201...,negative,-0.999259293
"European stocks slump, US also lower ahead of Fed decision",7/31/2019,International news,"European stock markets slumped on Tuesday on lackluster earnings and economic data, while Wall Street edged lower ahead ...","European stocks slump, US also lower ahead of Fed decision European stock markets slumped on Tuesday on lackluster earnings and economic data, while Wall Street edged lower ahead ...",negative,-0.999335945
Cabinet ministers in Sri Lanka should sever links with private businesses: Eran,7/31/2019,Political News,"Politicians should declare their assets and end any links with private businesses if they become ministers, State Minist...","Cabinet ministers in Sri Lanka should sever links with private businesses: Eran Politicians should declare their assets and end any links with private businesses if they become ministers, State Minist...",negative,-0.998042703
"Sri Lanka looking to counter Boothaya, Tsunami water on paddy",7/31/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka is looking to counter the problem where farmers cannot get a guaranteed price due to higher mois...,"Sri Lanka looking to counter Boothaya, Tsunami water on paddy ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka is looking to counter the problem where farmers cannot get a guaranteed price due to higher mois...",negative,-0.988664508
Suspect arrested over aiding shooting incident,7/31/2019,Uncategorized,"An individual who has allegedly aided in a shooting incident at Jambugasmulla in Kohuwala was arrested yesterday (30), t...","Suspect arrested over aiding shooting incident An individual who has allegedly aided in a shooting incident at Jambugasmulla in Kohuwala was arrested yesterday (30), t...",negative,-0.983515382
Trash containers: Hayleys tells court it is not waste,7/31/2019,Politics,Hayleys is arguing that the company never imported waste into the country and therefore did not violate any law when a W...,Trash containers: Hayleys tells court it is not waste Hayleys is arguing that the company never imported waste into the country and therefore did not violate any law when a W...,positive,0.988359213
Top court orders Medical Council to register SAITM Grads,7/31/2019,Education,"Delivering a comprehensive Judgment, the Supreme Court yesterday July 30 ordered the Sri Lanka Medical Council to provis...","Top court orders Medical Council to register SAITM Grads Delivering a comprehensive Judgment, the Supreme Court yesterday July 30 ordered the Sri Lanka Medical Council to provis...",negative,-0.860419095
Ranjan will apologise to court - Attorney,7/31/2019,Politics,"Actor-Politico State Minister Ranjan Ramanayake intends to apologise to the court, his attorney said when the Supreme Co...","Ranjan will apologise to court - Attorney Actor-Politico State Minister Ranjan Ramanayake intends to apologise to the court, his attorney said when the Supreme Co...",negative,-0.946559489
"Sri Lanka looking to counter boothaya, tsunami water on paddy",7/30/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka is looking to counter the problem where farmers cannot get a guaranteed price due to higher moisture content i...,"Sri Lanka looking to counter boothaya, tsunami water on paddy Sri Lanka is looking to counter the problem where farmers cannot get a guaranteed price due to higher moisture content i...",negative,-0.992250264
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields steady",7/30/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 176.28/35 against the US dollar on Tuesday while bonds yields were steady, dea...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields steady Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 176.28/35 against the US dollar on Tuesday while bonds yields were steady, dea...",negative,-0.994196296
Sri Lanka stocks in correction after rally,7/30/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks fell 0.72 percent on Tuesday, ending a five day rally amid high activity, brokers said.","Sri Lanka stocks in correction after rally Sri Lanka's stocks fell 0.72 percent on Tuesday, ending a five day rally amid high activity, brokers said.",negative,-0.96948719
Gota's fake document raises questions,7/30/2019,Uncategorized,The brief life of a document that appeared to show that Gotabaya Rajapaksa had renounced his US citizenship which was ex...,Gota's fake document raises questions The brief life of a document that appeared to show that Gotabaya Rajapaksa had renounced his US citizenship which was ex...,negative,-0.996752501
Sri Lanka rice prices down with competition: Harsha,7/30/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's rice prices have fallen, partly helped by greater competition from revived smaller mills that were going out...","Sri Lanka rice prices down with competition: Harsha Sri Lanka's rice prices have fallen, partly helped by greater competition from revived smaller mills that were going out...",negative,-0.99954164
Sri Lanka Hayleys MGT profits sharply up in June quarter,7/30/2019,Business,"Profits at Sri Lanka's Hayleys Plc, a fabric maker grew to 227 million rupees in the June 2019 quarter from 16 million r...","Sri Lanka Hayleys MGT profits sharply up in June quarter Profits at Sri Lanka's Hayleys Plc, a fabric maker grew to 227 million rupees in the June 2019 quarter from 16 million r...",positive,0.909644783
Muslims rejoin Sri Lanka cabinet after Easter bombings,7/30/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's Muslim ministers who resigned en masse in the wake of the deadly Easter Sunday bombings have rejoined the go...,Muslims rejoin Sri Lanka cabinet after Easter bombings Sri Lanka's Muslim ministers who resigned en masse in the wake of the deadly Easter Sunday bombings have rejoined the go...,positive,0.981056392
A majority of the population is with me in the battle against the drug menace - President,7/30/2019,Politics,Speaking at a ceremony held to launch the “Sabaragamuwa Lassanai” programme at the Sabaragamuwa Provincial Council y...,A majority of the population is with me in the battle against the drug menace - President Speaking at a ceremony held to launch the “Sabaragamuwa Lassanai” programme at the Sabaragamuwa Provincial Council y...,negative,-0.517191648
Sri Lanka Cricket will dedicate final ODI to Kulasekara,7/30/2019,Sports,SLC announces that the final ODI will be dedicated to famed fast bowler and T20 World Cup winner Nuwan Kulasekara.,Sri Lanka Cricket will dedicate final ODI to Kulasekara SLC announces that the final ODI will be dedicated to famed fast bowler and T20 World Cup winner Nuwan Kulasekara.,positive,0.99593699
UNP candidate must promote liberalisation ideology - Harsha,7/30/2019,Politics,The United National Party (UNP)'s presidential candidate must be someone who promotes its current liberalisation traject...,UNP candidate must promote liberalisation ideology - Harsha The United National Party (UNP)'s presidential candidate must be someone who promotes its current liberalisation traject...,negative,-0.99553889
Shafi case; Kurunegala hospital director complains against CID,7/30/2019,Uncategorized,Director of the Kurunegala Teaching Hospital Sarath Weerabandara has complained against the Criminal Investigation Depar...,Shafi case; Kurunegala hospital director complains against CID Director of the Kurunegala Teaching Hospital Sarath Weerabandara has complained against the Criminal Investigation Depar...,negative,-0.994430482
Sri Lanka stocks fall at open after dizzying rally,7/30/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks fell 0.9 in the first hour of trading, taking a breather after dizzying gains made in recent d...","Sri Lanka stocks fall at open after dizzying rally Sri Lanka’s stocks fell 0.9 in the first hour of trading, taking a breather after dizzying gains made in recent d...",negative,-0.606280744
Six Indians nabbed with more than two tons of Beedi leaves,7/30/2019,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka Navy has apprehended six Indian nationals with 2379kgs of Beedi leaves in Northwestern seas yesterday (July 29...,Six Indians nabbed with more than two tons of Beedi leaves Sri Lanka Navy has apprehended six Indian nationals with 2379kgs of Beedi leaves in Northwestern seas yesterday (July 29...,negative,-0.985483587
Sri Lanka standards limiting eco-friendly cement production,7/30/2019,Business,"Ceilings set on clinker substitutes such as slag by Sri Lanka Institute of Standards, is blocking  eco-friendly producti...","Sri Lanka standards limiting eco-friendly cement production Ceilings set on clinker substitutes such as slag by Sri Lanka Institute of Standards, is blocking  eco-friendly producti...",negative,-0.999762595
"Gota will work for America for one year, even if he renounces citizenship – Hector Appuhamy",7/30/2019,Politics,"Even if former Defence Secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa renounces his US citizenship, he is still responsible to work with A...","Gota will work for America for one year, even if he renounces citizenship – Hector Appuhamy Even if former Defence Secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa renounces his US citizenship, he is still responsible to work with A...",positive,0.916360617
Proposed higher education bill will have adverse consequences - FUTA,7/30/2019,Education,Federation of University Teachers’ Association (FCTA) says that the Higher Education Bill on Quality Assurance and Acc...,Proposed higher education bill will have adverse consequences - FUTA Federation of University Teachers’ Association (FCTA) says that the Higher Education Bill on Quality Assurance and Acc...,negative,-0.997424364
Shafi Case: Acting IG wants K'gala DIG and SSP transferred,7/30/2019,Uncategorized,The National Police Commission (NPC) has received a request from the Acting Inspector General of Police to transfer the ...,Shafi Case: Acting IG wants K'gala DIG and SSP transferred The National Police Commission (NPC) has received a request from the Acting Inspector General of Police to transfer the ...,negative,-0.98904115
Asia markets up ahead of US-China trade talks,7/30/2019,International news,"Asia markets rose modestly on Tuesday, with investors doubtful of any major breakthroughs in the latest round of US-Chin...","Asia markets up ahead of US-China trade talks Asia markets rose modestly on Tuesday, with investors doubtful of any major breakthroughs in the latest round of US-Chin...",positive,0.848362029
Nick Leeson-style losses at Sri Lanka's CPC raise big questions: Bellwether,7/30/2019,Bellwether,"Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera started a price formula in 2018 May just as fuel price started to spike, but the Ce...","Nick Leeson-style losses at Sri Lanka's CPC raise big questions: Bellwether Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera started a price formula in 2018 May just as fuel price started to spike, but the Ce...",negative,-0.986520052
Amnesty declares Writer Shakthika a Prisoner of Conscience,7/30/2019,Uncategorized,Amnesty International has declared Sri Lankan short story writer Shakthika Sathkumara a Prisoner of Conscience and urged...,Amnesty declares Writer Shakthika a Prisoner of Conscience Amnesty International has declared Sri Lankan short story writer Shakthika Sathkumara a Prisoner of Conscience and urged...,negative,-0.80147934
79 MPs over the age of 60 - think tank,7/30/2019,Politics,Colombo-based think tank Verité Research reports that 79 of Sri Lanka's 225 parliamentarians are over the age of 60.,79 MPs over the age of 60 - think tank Colombo-based think tank Verité Research reports that 79 of Sri Lanka's 225 parliamentarians are over the age of 60.,negative,-0.948996305
"16,800 university graduates to be appointed training officers",7/30/2019,Education,"A total of 16,800 unemployed university graduates will be recruited to the state sector as trainee training officers tod...","16,800 university graduates to be appointed training officers A total of 16,800 unemployed university graduates will be recruited to the state sector as trainee training officers tod...",negative,-0.987186909
Muslim Ministers who quit in protest return to fold,7/30/2019,Politics,Four Minsiters representing the Muslim community who quit their portfolios in the aftermath of the post-Easter communal ...,Muslim Ministers who quit in protest return to fold Four Minsiters representing the Muslim community who quit their portfolios in the aftermath of the post-Easter communal ...,negative,-0.959571958
Sri Lanka exporters bemoan lack of govt commitment to implement proposals,7/29/2019,Economy,The new head of Sri Lanka’s exporters association said its members were disappointed some of their proposals to i...,Sri Lanka exporters bemoan lack of govt commitment to implement proposals The new head of Sri Lanka’s exporters association said its members were disappointed some of their proposals to i...,negative,-0.999544919
Maldives Islamic Bank to raise MVR244.1mn advised by Sri Lanka's NDBIB,7/29/2019,Markets,"Maldives Islamic Bank, has launched an initial public offering to raise 244.1 million rufiyaa in an initial public offer...","Maldives Islamic Bank to raise MVR244.1mn advised by Sri Lanka's NDBIB Maldives Islamic Bank, has launched an initial public offering to raise 244.1 million rufiyaa in an initial public offer...",negative,-0.855606377
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields marginally lower",7/29/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee ended slightly stronger at 176.15/25 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields eased ma...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields marginally lower Sri Lanka’s rupee ended slightly stronger at 176.15/25 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields eased ma...",negative,-0.988389492
Sri Lanka stocks close near 7-month high,7/29/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks soared over two percent Monday reaching year banks leading the fray despite weaker earnings expected, w...","Sri Lanka stocks close near 7-month high Sri Lanka stocks soared over two percent Monday reaching year banks leading the fray despite weaker earnings expected, w...",positive,0.978462219
Sri Lanka’s Mercantile Shipping to sell ships to repay debt,7/29/2019,Logistics,"Sri Lanka’s Mercantile Shipping Company is to sell two cargo ships owned by a subsidiary, Mercantile Emerald Ship...","Sri Lanka’s Mercantile Shipping to sell ships to repay debt Sri Lanka’s Mercantile Shipping Company is to sell two cargo ships owned by a subsidiary, Mercantile Emerald Ship...",negative,-0.938186526
"Jaffna, Mannar, Batticaloa and Ampara most affected by Drought - DMC",7/29/2019,Politics,"The latest situation report by the Disaster Management Centre as at 12pm today (29 July) indicates that 615,984 people a...","Jaffna, Mannar, Batticaloa and Ampara most affected by Drought - DMC The latest situation report by the Disaster Management Centre as at 12pm today (29 July) indicates that 615,984 people a...",negative,-0.96033746
Infant twins found murdered in Nintavur house,7/29/2019,Uncategorized,"A pair of 10-month old twins were found allegedly murdered in a house in Nintavur, Sammanthurai of the Ampara District e...","Infant twins found murdered in Nintavur house A pair of 10-month old twins were found allegedly murdered in a house in Nintavur, Sammanthurai of the Ampara District e...",negative,-0.991633415
Shafi case: More drama as Shani complains against Lawyer,7/29/2019,Uncategorized,The Police Department is complaining against a lawyer who they say has threatened the Director CID SSP Shani Abeysekara ...,Shafi case: More drama as Shani complains against Lawyer The Police Department is complaining against a lawyer who they say has threatened the Director CID SSP Shani Abeysekara ...,negative,-0.988413751
"Sri Lanka Shipper’s Council renews call for fair trade, competition",7/29/2019,Economy,The new head of the Sri Lanka Shipper’s Council (SLSC) has said it would continue to lobby for fair trade and com...,"Sri Lanka Shipper’s Council renews call for fair trade, competition The new head of the Sri Lanka Shipper’s Council (SLSC) has said it would continue to lobby for fair trade and com...",negative,-0.880586863
Japan's SBI invests US2mn in Sri Lanka's Sunshine energy,7/29/2019,Energy,"SBI Ven Holdings (Pte) Ltd, a unit of SBI Holdings Inc or Japan has invested 2 million US dollars in Sri Lanka's Sunshin...","Japan's SBI invests US2mn in Sri Lanka's Sunshine energy SBI Ven Holdings (Pte) Ltd, a unit of SBI Holdings Inc or Japan has invested 2 million US dollars in Sri Lanka's Sunshin...",negative,-0.914415061
PSC movie screening nearing its end with PM as protagonist - Rohita,7/29/2019,Politics,The public can catch the final scenes of the film ‘Parliamentary Select Committee’ being screened these days as Prim...,PSC movie screening nearing its end with PM as protagonist - Rohita The public can catch the final scenes of the film ‘Parliamentary Select Committee’ being screened these days as Prim...,negative,-0.971493542
"People want strong leader, king who speaks in one voice - G. L.",7/29/2019,Politics,Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) de facto leader Mahinda Rajapaksa will select and announce the party's presidential c...,"People want strong leader, king who speaks in one voice - G. L. Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) de facto leader Mahinda Rajapaksa will select and announce the party's presidential c...",positive,0.97386229
Asia markets down as US-China trade talks loom,7/29/2019,International news,"Asia markets were mostly down Monday, with investors cautious ahead of US-China talks in Shanghai this week and amid mor...","Asia markets down as US-China trade talks loom Asia markets were mostly down Monday, with investors cautious ahead of US-China talks in Shanghai this week and amid mor...",negative,-0.998967767
Excess liquidity in money markets spike to Rs46bn,7/29/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Excess liquidity in money markets spiked to 46 billion rupees over recent days official data showed, with the central ba...","Excess liquidity in money markets spike to Rs46bn Excess liquidity in money markets spiked to 46 billion rupees over recent days official data showed, with the central ba...",negative,-0.993908286
"Sri Lanka stocks open 0.69-pct higher, rupee firmer",7/29/2019,Bonds & Forex,EONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s stocks opened 0.69 percent higher while rupee opened slightly stronger at 176.15/25 agai...,"Sri Lanka stocks open 0.69-pct higher, rupee firmer EONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s stocks opened 0.69 percent higher while rupee opened slightly stronger at 176.15/25 agai...",negative,-0.941605687
"Sri Lanka political parties jostle for alliances, candidates",7/29/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's main political parties are on track to form alliances for upcoming presidential polls with candidates also j...,"Sri Lanka political parties jostle for alliances, candidates Sri Lanka's main political parties are on track to form alliances for upcoming presidential polls with candidates also j...",positive,0.987867117
Kirielle among four being considered for UNP candidacy,7/29/2019,Politics,Four names have been proposed by the United National Party (UNP) for candidacy in the upcoming presidential election inc...,Kirielle among four being considered for UNP candidacy Four names have been proposed by the United National Party (UNP) for candidacy in the upcoming presidential election inc...,negative,-0.690117359
Maternal mortality on the rise in SL,7/29/2019,Health,"Maternal mortality is on the rise in Sri Lanka, with close to 40 deaths per 100,000 live births being recorded, Sri Lank...","Maternal mortality on the rise in SL Maternal mortality is on the rise in Sri Lanka, with close to 40 deaths per 100,000 live births being recorded, Sri Lank...",negative,-0.95854938
Muslim Ministers to resume responsibilities,7/29/2019,Politics,Muslim Members of Parliament holding Cabinet portfolios or posts of Deputy Ministers and a State Ministers are expected ...,Muslim Ministers to resume responsibilities Muslim Members of Parliament holding Cabinet portfolios or posts of Deputy Ministers and a State Ministers are expected ...,negative,-0.895271957
"Teejay, Sri Lanka banks in EPF buy list",7/29/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's largest pension fund, the Employees' Provident Fund, which is managed by the central bank, has invested in T...","Teejay, Sri Lanka banks in EPF buy list Sri Lanka's largest pension fund, the Employees' Provident Fund, which is managed by the central bank, has invested in T...",negative,-0.678652763
"Lorry-bus collision kills three, injures five",7/29/2019,Uncategorized,A collision between a bus and a lorry in Wahamalugollewa along the Anuradhapura-Medawachchiya Road left three killed and...,"Lorry-bus collision kills three, injures five A collision between a bus and a lorry in Wahamalugollewa along the Anuradhapura-Medawachchiya Road left three killed and...",negative,-0.998841107
"Sri Lanka using emergency laws to restrict minorities, peaceful assembly: UN Rapporteur",7/28/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka is using emergency laws implemented after the Easter Sunday bombings to oppress minorities and deny the right ...,"Sri Lanka using emergency laws to restrict minorities, peaceful assembly: UN Rapporteur Sri Lanka is using emergency laws implemented after the Easter Sunday bombings to oppress minorities and deny the right ...",negative,-0.981001318
Sri Lanka plans South Asian flights out of Jaffna airport,7/28/2019,Aviation,Sri Lanka's upgraded Palaly airport in the Northern Jaffna peninsula will be able to accommodate regional airliners from...,Sri Lanka plans South Asian flights out of Jaffna airport Sri Lanka's upgraded Palaly airport in the Northern Jaffna peninsula will be able to accommodate regional airliners from...,positive,0.927688539
US Fed struggles to communicate after probably preventing big bubble,7/28/2019,International news,"For the first time since the Great Recession a decade ago, the US Federal Reserve is poised to cut interest rates, shori...","US Fed struggles to communicate after probably preventing big bubble For the first time since the Great Recession a decade ago, the US Federal Reserve is poised to cut interest rates, shori...",negative,-0.997938097
Navin threatens to expose Sri Lanka Provincial Governor,7/28/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's Plantations Industries Minister Navin Dissanayake has threatened to expose a Provincial Governor who is pres...,Navin threatens to expose Sri Lanka Provincial Governor Sri Lanka's Plantations Industries Minister Navin Dissanayake has threatened to expose a Provincial Governor who is pres...,negative,-0.997096062
'My time is over': Malinga signs off in style as Sri Lanka crush Bangladesh,7/28/2019,Political News,Lasith Malinga shone in his farewell match after Kusal Perera struck a quick-fire century as Sri Lanka crushed Banglades...,'My time is over': Malinga signs off in style as Sri Lanka crush Bangladesh Lasith Malinga shone in his farewell match after Kusal Perera struck a quick-fire century as Sri Lanka crushed Banglades...,positive,0.999118745
The Battle begins as major parties name Candidates for Presidency,7/28/2019,Uncategorized,The battle begins as Sri Lanka's major political formations announce alliances and name candidates ahead of Presidential...,The Battle begins as major parties name Candidates for Presidency The battle begins as Sri Lanka's major political formations announce alliances and name candidates ahead of Presidential...,negative,-0.971707046
UN Special Rapporteur commends Sri Lanka's 19th amendment,7/27/2019,Political News,"Passing the 19th amendment to the constitution is a landmark democratic moment in Sri Lanka, the United Nations' Special...","UN Special Rapporteur commends Sri Lanka's 19th amendment Passing the 19th amendment to the constitution is a landmark democratic moment in Sri Lanka, the United Nations' Special...",positive,0.999453843
"Over 217,000 Sri Lankans hospitalised since 2016 through 1990 Suwaseriya",7/27/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's state-owned 1990 Suwaseriya free ambulance service has helped 217,338 patients be hospitalised over the last...","Over 217,000 Sri Lankans hospitalised since 2016 through 1990 Suwaseriya Sri Lanka's state-owned 1990 Suwaseriya free ambulance service has helped 217,338 patients be hospitalised over the last...",positive,0.936072052
Sri Lanka should compete with Asia Pacific region through FTAs: minister,7/27/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has to compete with the rest of the Asia Pacific Region in trade through free trade agreements (FTAs), a minis...","Sri Lanka should compete with Asia Pacific region through FTAs: minister Sri Lanka has to compete with the rest of the Asia Pacific Region in trade through free trade agreements (FTAs), a minis...",negative,-0.716522157
"Mangala Samaraweera speaks against Sri Lanka's nationalism, hate in parliament",7/27/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka' Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera has warned that the country will remain in crisis forever unless the doc...,"Mangala Samaraweera speaks against Sri Lanka's nationalism, hate in parliament Sri Lanka' Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera has warned that the country will remain in crisis forever unless the doc...",negative,-0.800569534
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields stable",7/26/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed marginally weaker at 176.18/25 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were st...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee closed marginally weaker at 176.18/25 against the US dollar on Friday while bond yields were st...",negative,-0.995136201
Sri Lanka inflation picks up in 2019 as liquidity shortages end,7/26/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's inflation in the 12-months to June 2019 fell to 3.8 percent from 5.0 percent in May, but the consumer price ...","Sri Lanka inflation picks up in 2019 as liquidity shortages end Sri Lanka's inflation in the 12-months to June 2019 fell to 3.8 percent from 5.0 percent in May, but the consumer price ...",negative,-0.945276439
Sri Lanka's Asian Hotels and Properties posts losses in June,7/26/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's Asian Hotels and Properties (AHPL) plunged into a net loss of 328.3 million rupees in the June quarter from ...,Sri Lanka's Asian Hotels and Properties posts losses in June Sri Lanka's Asian Hotels and Properties (AHPL) plunged into a net loss of 328.3 million rupees in the June quarter from ...,negative,-0.999623656
Sri Lanka stocks gain past 5-month high,7/26/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.35 percent higher on Friday, gaining past a 5-month high, pushed up by Ceylon Cold Stores, bro...","Sri Lanka stocks gain past 5-month high Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.35 percent higher on Friday, gaining past a 5-month high, pushed up by Ceylon Cold Stores, bro...",negative,-0.993700981
"Waste imported to Sri Lanka illegally, violating Basel convention: Finance Minister",7/26/2019,Economy,"About 3,000 tonnes of waste had been imported to Sri Lanka illegally and a part of it had been cleared by Hayleys Free Z...","Waste imported to Sri Lanka illegally, violating Basel convention: Finance Minister About 3,000 tonnes of waste had been imported to Sri Lanka illegally and a part of it had been cleared by Hayleys Free Z...",negative,-0.999077439
"Sri Lanka's Teejay eyes sales to new apparel plants in Africa, South Asia",7/26/2019,Apparel,"Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka Plc, one of South Asia's largest fabric mills, is eyeing sales to new apparel factories being s...","Sri Lanka's Teejay eyes sales to new apparel plants in Africa, South Asia Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka Plc, one of South Asia's largest fabric mills, is eyeing sales to new apparel factories being s...",negative,-0.668414056
200 railway crossings to be covered with electric bells and signs,7/26/2019,Economy,"With the assistance of a loan provided by the Hungarian Government, 200 railway crossings will be fitted with electric b...","200 railway crossings to be covered with electric bells and signs With the assistance of a loan provided by the Hungarian Government, 200 railway crossings will be fitted with electric b...",negative,-0.915244162
Morison Sri Lanka June quarter profits fall on lower sales,7/26/2019,Markets,"Net profits at Morison Plc, a Sri Lankan pharmaceuticals firm, fell 75.3 percent from a year earlier to 19 million rupee...","Morison Sri Lanka June quarter profits fall on lower sales Net profits at Morison Plc, a Sri Lankan pharmaceuticals firm, fell 75.3 percent from a year earlier to 19 million rupee...",negative,-0.998869956
"Muslim women urge reforms to ‘unjust, Man-made’ laws",7/26/2019,Women's Rights,"A collective of Muslim women activists representing different organizations, called for immediate reform of the Muslim M...","Muslim women urge reforms to ‘unjust, Man-made’ laws A collective of Muslim women activists representing different organizations, called for immediate reform of the Muslim M...",negative,-0.904677629
Entrepôt trading in Sri Lanka does not permit waste recycling: BOI,7/26/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's entrepôt trading license does not permit recycling of waste, which is a specialized business requiring se...","Entrepôt trading in Sri Lanka does not permit waste recycling: BOI Sri Lanka's entrepôt trading license does not permit recycling of waste, which is a specialized business requiring se...",negative,-0.999195039
"Sri Lanka stocks, rupee open higher",7/26/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s stocks opened 0.72 percent higher while rupee was stronger at 176.05/15 against the US dollar on Frid...,"Sri Lanka stocks, rupee open higher Sri Lanka’s stocks opened 0.72 percent higher while rupee was stronger at 176.05/15 against the US dollar on Frid...",negative,-0.966974258
Only SLPP govt has right to amend Constitution - MR,7/26/2019,Politics,"Calling for the United National Party (UNP)'s electoral defeat, Opposition Leader and Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa...","Only SLPP govt has right to amend Constitution - MR Calling for the United National Party (UNP)'s electoral defeat, Opposition Leader and Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa...",negative,-0.965350926
Asian markets tumble after disappointing US earnings,7/26/2019,International news,Asian markets were down across the board on Friday after disappointing US earnings and a bearish outlook on hopes for a ...,Asian markets tumble after disappointing US earnings Asian markets were down across the board on Friday after disappointing US earnings and a bearish outlook on hopes for a ...,negative,-0.999382138
Mangala wants criminal charges filed against importers of waste,7/26/2019,Politics,Minister of Finance Mangala Samaraweera told Parliament today (26 July) that he wants all parties responsible for import...,Mangala wants criminal charges filed against importers of waste Minister of Finance Mangala Samaraweera told Parliament today (26 July) that he wants all parties responsible for import...,negative,-0.987841785
Sri Lanka's Dunamis Capital in talks to sell shares of First Capital,7/26/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Dunamis Capital Plc, said that it is looking to sell shares of its subsidiary First Capital Holdings Plc, an...","Sri Lanka's Dunamis Capital in talks to sell shares of First Capital Sri Lanka's Dunamis Capital Plc, said that it is looking to sell shares of its subsidiary First Capital Holdings Plc, an...",negative,-0.993930221
TV Channels ordered to provide Rathana tape to Police,7/26/2019,Uncategorized,The Kurunegala Magistrate has issued a court order directing the Hiru and Derana Television channels to release unedited...,TV Channels ordered to provide Rathana tape to Police The Kurunegala Magistrate has issued a court order directing the Hiru and Derana Television channels to release unedited...,negative,-0.994697332
Euro gyrates as ECB signals likely rate cut,7/26/2019,International news,The euro gyrated Thursday after the European Central Bank signaled it could soon undertake new stimulus measures and cut...,Euro gyrates as ECB signals likely rate cut The euro gyrated Thursday after the European Central Bank signaled it could soon undertake new stimulus measures and cut...,negative,-0.99787128
Re-nationalization will harm Sri Lanka films again: Industry pioneer,7/26/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's plan to re-nationalize film distribution in Sri Lanka signals a return to a failed era and will cripple the ...,Re-nationalization will harm Sri Lanka films again: Industry pioneer Sri Lanka's plan to re-nationalize film distribution in Sri Lanka signals a return to a failed era and will cripple the ...,negative,-0.999595702
'Foreign interference': Sri Lanka blocks UN meeting with judges,7/26/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's parliament has blocked a visiting UN human rights expert from meeting with judges hearing war crimes cases, ...","'Foreign interference': Sri Lanka blocks UN meeting with judges Sri Lanka's parliament has blocked a visiting UN human rights expert from meeting with judges hearing war crimes cases, ...",negative,-0.999210358
Foreign-made firearm and ammunition found in a Defender,7/26/2019,Uncategorized,A foreign-made firearm along with a magazine with 2 rounds was found in a Defender that was pulled over for inspection b...,Foreign-made firearm and ammunition found in a Defender A foreign-made firearm along with a magazine with 2 rounds was found in a Defender that was pulled over for inspection b...,negative,-0.999262512
Lanka IOC back in losses in June quarter,7/26/2019,Energy,"Lanka IOC a unit of Indian Oil Corporation reported a loss of 239.18 million rupees for the June 2019 quarter, reversing...","Lanka IOC back in losses in June quarter Lanka IOC a unit of Indian Oil Corporation reported a loss of 239.18 million rupees for the June 2019 quarter, reversing...",negative,-0.998325527
"T-56 magazines, ammunition found in Puttalam canal",7/26/2019,Uncategorized,Three T-56 magazines and 180 bullets were taken into police custody when  Municipal Council workers found them in a cana...,"T-56 magazines, ammunition found in Puttalam canal Three T-56 magazines and 180 bullets were taken into police custody when  Municipal Council workers found them in a cana...",negative,-0.997138977
Sri Lanka magistrate grants bail to illegally detained Muslim doctor,7/25/2019,Legal,The Kurunegala Magistrate Thursday granted bail for a Muslim doctor police say has been illegally detained for two month...,Sri Lanka magistrate grants bail to illegally detained Muslim doctor The Kurunegala Magistrate Thursday granted bail for a Muslim doctor police say has been illegally detained for two month...,negative,-0.890688717
Follower of Sri Lanka's Zaharan arrested in Singapore,7/25/2019,Legal,"A follower of Sri Lanka suicide bomber Zaharan Hashim, who had also given funds, has been arrested in Singapore along wi...","Follower of Sri Lanka's Zaharan arrested in Singapore A follower of Sri Lanka suicide bomber Zaharan Hashim, who had also given funds, has been arrested in Singapore along wi...",negative,-0.971019566
"Sri Lanka's rupee ends weaker, bond yields steady",7/25/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 176.17/25 against the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields were stable, dea...","Sri Lanka's rupee ends weaker, bond yields steady Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 176.17/25 against the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields were stable, dea...",negative,-0.984574378
"John Keells Holdings profits halve on finance costs, Sri Lanka Easter bombings",7/25/2019,Markets,"Net profits at John Keells Holdings, Sri Lanka's largest conglomerate, fell 54 percent to 994.3 million rupees from a ye...","John Keells Holdings profits halve on finance costs, Sri Lanka Easter bombings Net profits at John Keells Holdings, Sri Lanka's largest conglomerate, fell 54 percent to 994.3 million rupees from a ye...",negative,-0.998554289
"Sri Lanka stocks gain on banks, near 5-month high",7/25/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.85 percent higher on Thursday with banks pushing the market up, brokers said.","Sri Lanka stocks gain on banks, near 5-month high Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.85 percent higher on Thursday with banks pushing the market up, brokers said.",negative,-0.968568742
Dr Shafi gets bail in highly charged Magistrate's court,7/25/2019,Politics,Dr Siyabdeen Shafi the Kurunegala doctor once accused of rendering hundreds of women infertile has been released on bail...,Dr Shafi gets bail in highly charged Magistrate's court Dr Siyabdeen Shafi the Kurunegala doctor once accused of rendering hundreds of women infertile has been released on bail...,negative,-0.817613304
Teejay Sri Lanka to make lace with LFT of China,7/25/2019,Apparel,"Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka Plc, one of South Asia's largest fabric mills, is planning to diversify into lace production in...","Teejay Sri Lanka to make lace with LFT of China Sri Lanka's Teejay Lanka Plc, one of South Asia's largest fabric mills, is planning to diversify into lace production in...",positive,0.980202258
Gota gets another reprieve from corruption trial,7/25/2019,Politics,Gotabaya Rajapaksa got another reprieve from facing his misappropriation trial when the Supreme Court ordered that the t...,Gota gets another reprieve from corruption trial Gotabaya Rajapaksa got another reprieve from facing his misappropriation trial when the Supreme Court ordered that the t...,negative,-0.98872143
Sri Lanka tea farms to get billion rupees a year for re-planting: Minister,7/25/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka will give one billion rupees a year to tea farms from a levy charged on exports, to fund help fund old tea bus...","Sri Lanka tea farms to get billion rupees a year for re-planting: Minister Sri Lanka will give one billion rupees a year to tea farms from a levy charged on exports, to fund help fund old tea bus...",negative,-0.979230583
PM appoints a three-member committee to examine Ranjan's statement,7/25/2019,Politics,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has appointed a three-member committee headed by the Minister of Foreign Affairs Til...,PM appoints a three-member committee to examine Ranjan's statement Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has appointed a three-member committee headed by the Minister of Foreign Affairs Til...,positive,0.83496511
Shafi case: CID complains against Magistrate Hewawasam,7/25/2019,Uncategorized,The Police Department is lodging a formal complaint against the Magistrate hearing the case against the Kurunegala docto...,Shafi case: CID complains against Magistrate Hewawasam The Police Department is lodging a formal complaint against the Magistrate hearing the case against the Kurunegala docto...,negative,-0.99461925
Asian markets tempered by US-China doubts,7/25/2019,International news,Asian markets were tempered Thursday after two days of gains as doubts emerged over next week's US-China trade meeting.,Asian markets tempered by US-China doubts Asian markets were tempered Thursday after two days of gains as doubts emerged over next week's US-China trade meeting.,negative,-0.987513125
CEB not paying interest for consumers' security deposits - Consumer rights advocate,7/25/2019,Uncategorized,The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) is not paying interest for security deposits consumers make when they sign up for the...,CEB not paying interest for consumers' security deposits - Consumer rights advocate The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) is not paying interest for security deposits consumers make when they sign up for the...,negative,-0.999037385
"Sri Lanka open higher on banks, gilt yields steady",7/25/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks opened 0.77 percent higher, while the rupee opened weaker at 176.10/20 against the US dollar o...","Sri Lanka open higher on banks, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka’s stocks opened 0.77 percent higher, while the rupee opened weaker at 176.10/20 against the US dollar o...",negative,-0.958889186
Fly ash cement grabs over third of sales at Sri Lanka's Tokyo Cement,7/25/2019,Business,Tokyo Cement Plc said its blended hydraulic cement made with fly ash from Sri Lanka's coal power plants has made rapid m...,Fly ash cement grabs over third of sales at Sri Lanka's Tokyo Cement Tokyo Cement Plc said its blended hydraulic cement made with fly ash from Sri Lanka's coal power plants has made rapid m...,negative,-0.973493516
John Keells Hotels losses widen after Sri Lanka Easter bombings,7/25/2019,Business,Net losses at John Keells Hotels Plc (KHL) rose 66 percent to 437 million rupees in the June quarter from a year earlier...,John Keells Hotels losses widen after Sri Lanka Easter bombings Net losses at John Keells Hotels Plc (KHL) rose 66 percent to 437 million rupees in the June quarter from a year earlier...,negative,-0.993821383
SLC says Coach's issue will be decided today,7/25/2019,Sports,Sri Lankan Cricket is likely to make a complete revamp to their support staff after the Sports Minister called for the r...,SLC says Coach's issue will be decided today Sri Lankan Cricket is likely to make a complete revamp to their support staff after the Sports Minister called for the r...,negative,-0.979628384
Sri Lanka agribusiness firms say govt dithering threatens oil palm expansion,7/25/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka’s regional plantations corporations say the government’s indecisiveness and ill-informed public ...,Sri Lanka agribusiness firms say govt dithering threatens oil palm expansion Sri Lanka’s regional plantations corporations say the government’s indecisiveness and ill-informed public ...,negative,-0.998592198
"US slaps $5 bn fine on Facebook, tightens privacy oversight",7/25/2019,International news,US regulators on Wednesday slapped Facebook with a record $5 billion fine for data protection violations in a wide-rangi...,"US slaps $5 bn fine on Facebook, tightens privacy oversight US regulators on Wednesday slapped Facebook with a record $5 billion fine for data protection violations in a wide-rangi...",negative,-0.996834576
Perpetual Treasuries director petitions Sri Lanka court against indictment,7/25/2019,Political News,A director of Sri Lanka’s controversial Perpetual Treasuries petitioned the Court of Appeal Wednesday asking that...,Perpetual Treasuries director petitions Sri Lanka court against indictment A director of Sri Lanka’s controversial Perpetual Treasuries petitioned the Court of Appeal Wednesday asking that...,negative,-0.996385217
Four Indian fishermen arrested in Sri Lankan waters,7/25/2019,Uncategorized,The Navy arrested four Indian fishermen for poaching in Sri Lankan territorial waters yesterday (25 July).,Four Indian fishermen arrested in Sri Lankan waters The Navy arrested four Indian fishermen for poaching in Sri Lankan territorial waters yesterday (25 July).,negative,-0.938463509
No direct IS hand in Sri Lanka Easter attacks: investigator,7/24/2019,Defence,"Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | Wednesday - Sri Lanka's Easter attacks that killed 258 people were carried out by local Islam...","No direct IS hand in Sri Lanka Easter attacks: investigator Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | Wednesday - Sri Lanka's Easter attacks that killed 258 people were carried out by local Islam...",negative,-0.996596515
Sri Lanka 12-month bill yields fall 8bp to 8.38-pct,7/24/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill average weighted yields fell across maturities on Wednesday, with 12-month bill rates falling ...","Sri Lanka 12-month bill yields fall 8bp to 8.38-pct Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill average weighted yields fell across maturities on Wednesday, with 12-month bill rates falling ...",negative,-0.999362171
Banks push Sri Lanka stocks to four and a half month high,7/24/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 1.10 percent up on Wednesday, reaching the highest levels since early March, boosted by bankin...","Banks push Sri Lanka stocks to four and a half month high Sri Lanka's stocks closed 1.10 percent up on Wednesday, reaching the highest levels since early March, boosted by bankin...",negative,-0.965653837
Sri Lanka to buy cranes for Colombo Port East Terminal,7/24/2019,Logistics,Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of ministers this week approved buying cranes for a new state-owned container terminal in Col...,Sri Lanka to buy cranes for Colombo Port East Terminal Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of ministers this week approved buying cranes for a new state-owned container terminal in Col...,negative,-0.845515609
Smuggled British trash containers in Sri Lanka also contain biological waste,7/24/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka customs Tuesday ordered the return of container loads of hazardous mortuary and clinical waste illegally impor...,Smuggled British trash containers in Sri Lanka also contain biological waste Sri Lanka customs Tuesday ordered the return of container loads of hazardous mortuary and clinical waste illegally impor...,negative,-0.997905135
NDBIB named best investment bank in Sri Lanka,7/24/2019,Banking,"NDBIB has been named the best investment bank in Sri Lanka by Euromoney, a financial magazine for the eight time, the fi...","NDBIB named best investment bank in Sri Lanka NDBIB has been named the best investment bank in Sri Lanka by Euromoney, a financial magazine for the eight time, the fi...",positive,0.999710858
Mangala calls for report on import of waste,7/24/2019,Politics,Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera is calling for a full investigation into the alleged import of scrap and used produ...,Mangala calls for report on import of waste Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera is calling for a full investigation into the alleged import of scrap and used produ...,negative,-0.990816712
CFA global chief to visit Sri Lanka,7/24/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka unit of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute, a global association of inve...","CFA global chief to visit Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka unit of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute, a global association of inve...",positive,0.979768336
Speaker prevents UN envoy from meeting judges,7/24/2019,Politics,Speaker Karu Jayasuriya has prevented a United Nations Special Rapporteur examining the rights of freedom of association...,Speaker prevents UN envoy from meeting judges Speaker Karu Jayasuriya has prevented a United Nations Special Rapporteur examining the rights of freedom of association...,negative,-0.99859935
ICCPR Act under fire,7/24/2019,Uncategorized,"Nearly four months into the highly contested arrest of writer Shakthika Sathkumara, the allegedly selective application ...","ICCPR Act under fire Nearly four months into the highly contested arrest of writer Shakthika Sathkumara, the allegedly selective application ...",negative,-0.987891555
Easter attackers did not have direct connection with ISIS - Director CID,7/24/2019,Uncategorized,Director of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) SSP Shani Abeysekara said that the investigations have revealed ...,Easter attackers did not have direct connection with ISIS - Director CID Director of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) SSP Shani Abeysekara said that the investigations have revealed ...,negative,-0.996232688
"Currency collapse, price controls hit Sri Lanka's Tokyo Cement in 2018",7/24/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's Tokyo Cement Plc said it was badly hit by a steep currency collapse in Sri Lanka in 2018 amid a slowdown in ...,"Currency collapse, price controls hit Sri Lanka's Tokyo Cement in 2018 Sri Lanka's Tokyo Cement Plc said it was badly hit by a steep currency collapse in Sri Lanka in 2018 amid a slowdown in ...",negative,-0.999671459
UK awaiting more info from SL on human remains found in waste containers,7/24/2019,Uncategorized,The British Government has officially sought information from Sri Lankan authorities into the alleged discovery of human...,UK awaiting more info from SL on human remains found in waste containers The British Government has officially sought information from Sri Lankan authorities into the alleged discovery of human...,negative,-0.997968495
Free visa on arrival for 46 countries,7/24/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is to re-introduce the free visa on arrival facility for citizens of 46 countries with effect from August 1, M...","Free visa on arrival for 46 countries Sri Lanka is to re-introduce the free visa on arrival facility for citizens of 46 countries with effect from August 1, M...",negative,-0.716309369
Sri Lanka could export US$4.7 billion in apparel to UK,7/24/2019,Economy,"The UK market will continues to have high potential for Sri Lankans apparel exports in the future, an official from the ...","Sri Lanka could export US$4.7 billion in apparel to UK The UK market will continues to have high potential for Sri Lankans apparel exports in the future, an official from the ...",positive,0.99698776
Sri Lanka to give free on arrival tourist visa to 45 countries,7/24/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's cabinet has approved to grant free on-arrival visa for touristss, and have expanded the program from 39 coun...","Sri Lanka to give free on arrival tourist visa to 45 countries Sri Lanka's cabinet has approved to grant free on-arrival visa for touristss, and have expanded the program from 39 coun...",positive,0.99519521
Gammanpila admitted he sold Aussie investor's shares - Witness,7/24/2019,Uncategorized,The Colombo High Court heard a witness today July 24 asserting that MP Udaya Gammanpila had sold all the shares of a com...,Gammanpila admitted he sold Aussie investor's shares - Witness The Colombo High Court heard a witness today July 24 asserting that MP Udaya Gammanpila had sold all the shares of a com...,negative,-0.965194762
"Sri Lanka stocks gain, rupee weaker at open",7/24/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s stocks opened 0.38 percent higher while the rupee was weaker at 176.10/15 against the US dollar on We...,"Sri Lanka stocks gain, rupee weaker at open Sri Lanka’s stocks opened 0.38 percent higher while the rupee was weaker at 176.10/15 against the US dollar on We...",negative,-0.997886002
Sajith will be weakest opponent for Gota - Pavithra,7/24/2019,Politics,"Seemingly ecstatic about a Sajith Premadasa candidacy in the upcoming presidential election, Opposition MP Pavithra Wann...","Sajith will be weakest opponent for Gota - Pavithra Seemingly ecstatic about a Sajith Premadasa candidacy in the upcoming presidential election, Opposition MP Pavithra Wann...",negative,-0.980056584
"Artist Thenuwara attempts to highlight dysfunctional politics through ""M.O.B.""",7/24/2019,Uncategorized,An event to highlight dysfunctional politics through art was held yesterday at the Saskia Fernando Gallery in Colombo.,"Artist Thenuwara attempts to highlight dysfunctional politics through ""M.O.B."" An event to highlight dysfunctional politics through art was held yesterday at the Saskia Fernando Gallery in Colombo.",negative,-0.986944318
Sri Lanka tourism recovery gathers pace after bombings,7/24/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – The recovery of Sri Lanka’s tourism business is picking up pace with a marked increase in ar...,Sri Lanka tourism recovery gathers pace after bombings ECONOMYNEXT – The recovery of Sri Lanka’s tourism business is picking up pace with a marked increase in ar...,positive,0.997586012
South Asian Travel Awards 2019 to go ahead in Sri Lanka,7/24/2019,Business,"The South Asian Travel Awards 2019 (SATA) will be hosted in Sri Lanka's southern resort Galle this September, an officia...","South Asian Travel Awards 2019 to go ahead in Sri Lanka The South Asian Travel Awards 2019 (SATA) will be hosted in Sri Lanka's southern resort Galle this September, an officia...",positive,0.995238304
Call to ban entrepôt trade in Sri Lanka over waste controversy,7/24/2019,Logistics,Sri Lanka's Marxist Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna has called for an end to all entrepôt trading over alleged import and p...,Call to ban entrepôt trade in Sri Lanka over waste controversy Sri Lanka's Marxist Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna has called for an end to all entrepôt trading over alleged import and p...,negative,-0.980265558
Supreme court orders  SLMC to register students with recognised foreign degrees,7/24/2019,Uncategorized,The Supreme Court had ordered the Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC) to register students with medical degrees from recogn...,Supreme court orders  SLMC to register students with recognised foreign degrees The Supreme Court had ordered the Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC) to register students with medical degrees from recogn...,negative,-0.976193309
Gota returns; will candidacy follow?,7/24/2019,Politics,Gotabaya Rajapaksa is back in the country and his close supporters are confident that come August 11 he will be anointed...,Gota returns; will candidacy follow? Gotabaya Rajapaksa is back in the country and his close supporters are confident that come August 11 he will be anointed...,positive,0.999280632
Global finance trade forum goes ahead in Sri Lanka as security improves,7/24/2019,Business,A global association of financial market professionals is going ahead with plans to hold their world congress in Sri Lan...,Global finance trade forum goes ahead in Sri Lanka as security improves A global association of financial market professionals is going ahead with plans to hold their world congress in Sri Lan...,positive,0.998195589
"Union Bank of Colombo June net up on tax reversal, net interest income",7/24/2019,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka's Union Bank of Colombo (UBC) group grew 53 percent to 205 million rupees helped by a tax provision...,"Union Bank of Colombo June net up on tax reversal, net interest income Profits at Sri Lanka's Union Bank of Colombo (UBC) group grew 53 percent to 205 million rupees helped by a tax provision...",negative,-0.651292384
Shafi case; Issue can be solved within a week-Patali,7/24/2019,Politics,Minister of Megapolis and Western Development Patali Champika Ranawaka said that the issue of Dr Shafi can be solved wit...,Shafi case; Issue can be solved within a week-Patali Minister of Megapolis and Western Development Patali Champika Ranawaka said that the issue of Dr Shafi can be solved wit...,positive,0.979136407
"US stocks rally on earnings, trade talks report",7/24/2019,International news,Wall Street stocks rallied Tuesday following a batch of mostly good earnings and as reports that face-to-face US-China t...,"US stocks rally on earnings, trade talks report Wall Street stocks rallied Tuesday following a batch of mostly good earnings and as reports that face-to-face US-China t...",negative,-0.5997051
Sri Lanka finance minister calls for inquiry on waste imports,7/24/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera has called for a report on a case of alleged waste imports for re-expor...,Sri Lanka finance minister calls for inquiry on waste imports Sri Lanka's Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera has called for a report on a case of alleged waste imports for re-expor...,negative,-0.989505708
Sri Lanka adds 446ha reclaimed by China to Colombo city area,7/23/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's Minister for Local Government Vajira Abeywardene tabled a motion in parliament to add 446 hectares of land r...,Sri Lanka adds 446ha reclaimed by China to Colombo city area Sri Lanka's Minister for Local Government Vajira Abeywardene tabled a motion in parliament to add 446 hectares of land r...,negative,-0.540508866
Sri Lanka stocks snap back with buying in JKH,7/23/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.42 percent higher on Tuesday, regaining some of the losses on Monday, pushed up...","Sri Lanka stocks snap back with buying in JKH ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.42 percent higher on Tuesday, regaining some of the losses on Monday, pushed up...",negative,-0.975780487
"Sri Lanka’s SEC says time to separate chairman, chief executive roles",7/23/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has said it is time to separate the rol...,"Sri Lanka’s SEC says time to separate chairman, chief executive roles ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has said it is time to separate the rol...",negative,-0.996048033
"India delivers trains, engine to Sri Lanka under soft loan",7/23/2019,Ground,"ECONOMYNEXT – India has delivered the fourth of six Class S13 train sets to Sri Lanka along one Class M11 engine,...","India delivers trains, engine to Sri Lanka under soft loan ECONOMYNEXT – India has delivered the fourth of six Class S13 train sets to Sri Lanka along one Class M11 engine,...",positive,0.935417593
Dubai’s Lulu group to increase imports from Sri Lanka,7/23/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Dubai’s Lulu retail group has said it aims to increase imports from Sri Lanka with the compa...,Dubai’s Lulu group to increase imports from Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT – Dubai’s Lulu retail group has said it aims to increase imports from Sri Lanka with the compa...,positive,0.931658983
SLFP wants an alliance to be formed before choosing a presidential candidate -Dayasiri,7/23/2019,Politics,General Secretary of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) Dayasiri Jayasekara said that an alliance should be formed first...,SLFP wants an alliance to be formed before choosing a presidential candidate -Dayasiri General Secretary of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) Dayasiri Jayasekara said that an alliance should be formed first...,negative,-0.995028317
Cardinal and President trade barbs - Lankan style,7/23/2019,Uncategorized,President Maithripala Sirisena and Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith have exchanged barbs in typically Sri Lankan style - critici...,Cardinal and President trade barbs - Lankan style President Maithripala Sirisena and Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith have exchanged barbs in typically Sri Lankan style - critici...,positive,0.551811934
Sri Lanka car registrations down to 7 - year low in June after 'Nixon' shock,7/23/2019,Slideshows,"Sri Lanka's new car registrations fell to a 1,580 units in June 2019, down from 6,819 units in 2018, and a 7-year low in...","Sri Lanka car registrations down to 7 - year low in June after 'Nixon' shock Sri Lanka's new car registrations fell to a 1,580 units in June 2019, down from 6,819 units in 2018, and a 7-year low in...",negative,-0.999342501
Some SLFP members would be useful for UNP – MP Marikkar,7/23/2019,Politics,UNP Parliamentarian S.M Marikkar says he believes that if there are members of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) capabl...,Some SLFP members would be useful for UNP – MP Marikkar UNP Parliamentarian S.M Marikkar says he believes that if there are members of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) capabl...,negative,-0.99803561
Mattala airport and H'tota port should have been built in Galle-Wajira,7/23/2019,Politics,Minister of Internal and Home Affairs Wajira Abeywardhana said that if the Mattala airport and Hambantota harbour were b...,Mattala airport and H'tota port should have been built in Galle-Wajira Minister of Internal and Home Affairs Wajira Abeywardhana said that if the Mattala airport and Hambantota harbour were b...,negative,-0.99866879
"Sri Lanka stocks open 0.13-pct higher, rupee weaker",7/23/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT  - Sri Lanka’s stocks opened 0.13 percent higher while the rupee opened weaker at 175.95/176.05 again...,"Sri Lanka stocks open 0.13-pct higher, rupee weaker ECONOMYNEXT  - Sri Lanka’s stocks opened 0.13 percent higher while the rupee opened weaker at 175.95/176.05 again...",negative,-0.996533036
"Sri Lanka hotel occupancy picks-up, revenues weak amid aggressive price cuts",7/23/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's hotel revenues are weak but occupancy is starting to pick up with aggressive price cutting drawing internati...,"Sri Lanka hotel occupancy picks-up, revenues weak amid aggressive price cuts Sri Lanka's hotel revenues are weak but occupancy is starting to pick up with aggressive price cutting drawing internati...",negative,-0.97945559
National trust Sri Lanka lecture on solar electricity,7/23/2019,Energy,"Solar power costs have been sharply coming down, though its still under-utilized according to a top academic who is deli...","National trust Sri Lanka lecture on solar electricity Solar power costs have been sharply coming down, though its still under-utilized according to a top academic who is deli...",negative,-0.998904943
Sri Lanka's Keells Food June quarter profits fall amid low sales growth,7/23/2019,Markets,"Profits at Keells Food Products Plc (KFP), a processed food manufacturer, fell 39 percent to 34.1 million rupees in the ...","Sri Lanka's Keells Food June quarter profits fall amid low sales growth Profits at Keells Food Products Plc (KFP), a processed food manufacturer, fell 39 percent to 34.1 million rupees in the ...",negative,-0.999653101
Enterprise Sri Lanka in Anuradhapura to build business owners,7/23/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's government is holding an exhibition and workshops in the North Central city of Anuradhapura from July 24 to ...,Enterprise Sri Lanka in Anuradhapura to build business owners Sri Lanka's government is holding an exhibition and workshops in the North Central city of Anuradhapura from July 24 to ...,positive,0.992831349
Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka engages with listed companies,7/23/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission is meeting with the senior leadership of listed companies to interact wit...,Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka engages with listed companies Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission is meeting with the senior leadership of listed companies to interact wit...,positive,0.999329329
"US tech giants gain ahead of earnings deluge, oil prices up",7/23/2019,International news,"US technology companies rallied Monday ahead of earnings from high-tech heavyweights later in the week, while oil prices...","US tech giants gain ahead of earnings deluge, oil prices up US technology companies rallied Monday ahead of earnings from high-tech heavyweights later in the week, while oil prices...",positive,0.975421667
Sri Lanka President hits back at Cardinal Malcolm,7/23/2019,Political News,President Maithripala Sirisena lambasted Cardinal Malcom Ranjith over his call for the government to step down for alleg...,Sri Lanka President hits back at Cardinal Malcolm President Maithripala Sirisena lambasted Cardinal Malcom Ranjith over his call for the government to step down for alleg...,negative,-0.986805558
Govt. to take over all estate hospitals – Rajitha,7/23/2019,Health,The Government will take over all estate-sector hospitals in the near future with the goal of developing the estate hosp...,Govt. to take over all estate hospitals – Rajitha The Government will take over all estate-sector hospitals in the near future with the goal of developing the estate hosp...,positive,0.988232434
Govt has fulfilled all obligations since Easter attacks - President,7/23/2019,Politics,"Rebuffing critics, President Maithripala Sirisena yesterday (22 July) said the Government has fulfilled all its obligati...","Govt has fulfilled all obligations since Easter attacks - President Rebuffing critics, President Maithripala Sirisena yesterday (22 July) said the Government has fulfilled all its obligati...",positive,0.985012412
"Fresh milk sachets for 600,000 school kids from today",7/23/2019,Health,"Fresh milk sachets will be provided to some 600,000 selected primary school students islandwide starting today (23 July)...","Fresh milk sachets for 600,000 school kids from today Fresh milk sachets will be provided to some 600,000 selected primary school students islandwide starting today (23 July)...",positive,0.657984257
Three 'Awa' members arrested over the clash with police,7/23/2019,Uncategorized,Police have arrested three members of the so-called 'Awa' group who were allegedly involved in a  clash with several pol...,Three 'Awa' members arrested over the clash with police Police have arrested three members of the so-called 'Awa' group who were allegedly involved in a  clash with several pol...,negative,-0.982015252
Sri Lanka national inflation slows to 2.1-pct in June,7/22/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's nationwide inflation slowed down to 2.1 percent in June 2019 from 3.5 percent in May 2019, the...","Sri Lanka national inflation slows to 2.1-pct in June ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's nationwide inflation slowed down to 2.1 percent in June 2019 from 3.5 percent in May 2019, the...",negative,-0.997864664
"Sri Lanka Hayleys rejects allegations of waste imports, to re-export used mattresses",7/22/2019,Logistics,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Hayleys group rejected allegations of importing waste, saying its logistics arm ...","Sri Lanka Hayleys rejects allegations of waste imports, to re-export used mattresses ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Hayleys group rejected allegations of importing waste, saying its logistics arm ...",positive,0.513436019
Sri Lanka stocks down 0.97-pct on profit taking,7/22/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.97 percent lower on Monday, ending a rally that lasted two weeks.","Sri Lanka stocks down 0.97-pct on profit taking ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.97 percent lower on Monday, ending a rally that lasted two weeks.",negative,-0.999202192
Sri Lanka expects revenues to improve by third quarter: Treasury Secy,7/22/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is expecting revenues to improve from the third and fourth quarter of 2019, while spending was being 'rational...","Sri Lanka expects revenues to improve by third quarter: Treasury Secy Sri Lanka is expecting revenues to improve from the third and fourth quarter of 2019, while spending was being 'rational...",negative,-0.9806512
Sri Lanka to cut tea marketing levy on exports,7/22/2019,Agriculture,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of ministers has approved a proposal by the Plantation Industries Minist...,Sri Lanka to cut tea marketing levy on exports ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of ministers has approved a proposal by the Plantation Industries Minist...,negative,-0.901912153
High Court to decide on bail for Pujith and Hemasiri,7/22/2019,Uncategorized,The Colombo High Court will consider a Revision application filed by the Attorney General challenging the decision by Co...,High Court to decide on bail for Pujith and Hemasiri The Colombo High Court will consider a Revision application filed by the Attorney General challenging the decision by Co...,negative,-0.987581849
Previous govt allowed import of clinical waste - UNP,7/22/2019,Uncategorized,"Promising a speedy solution to the ongoing clinical waste controversy, the United National Party (UNP) said the crisis i...","Previous govt allowed import of clinical waste - UNP Promising a speedy solution to the ongoing clinical waste controversy, the United National Party (UNP) said the crisis i...",negative,-0.988550961
Rupavahini crisis worsens as it grows two heads,7/22/2019,Politics,"The Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation, the country’s Premier State Media organisation lurched towards another crisis to...","Rupavahini crisis worsens as it grows two heads The Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation, the country’s Premier State Media organisation lurched towards another crisis to...",negative,-0.998822868
"Sri Lanka stocks open lower, rupee steady",7/22/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks were down 0.65 percent in the first two hours of trading as investors took profits after eight days of ...,"Sri Lanka stocks open lower, rupee steady Sri Lanka stocks were down 0.65 percent in the first two hours of trading as investors took profits after eight days of ...",negative,-0.999512672
"SLPP, SLFP stalwarts to back UNP-led alliance – Harshana Rajakaruna",7/22/2019,Politics,Some Opposition members who fervently backed former President Mahinda Rajapaksa in the 2015 presidential election will s...,"SLPP, SLFP stalwarts to back UNP-led alliance – Harshana Rajakaruna Some Opposition members who fervently backed former President Mahinda Rajapaksa in the 2015 presidential election will s...",positive,0.900125861
"Kalagedihena Defender incident: Math tutor, seven others remanded",7/22/2019,Uncategorized,Celebrity mathematics tutor and presidential hopeful Dinesh Nuwan Amaratunga and seven other individuals arrested in con...,"Kalagedihena Defender incident: Math tutor, seven others remanded Celebrity mathematics tutor and presidential hopeful Dinesh Nuwan Amaratunga and seven other individuals arrested in con...",negative,-0.981688201
Sri Lanka govt ready to extend estate leases if more investments made,7/22/2019,Agriculture,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government is willing to consider extending leases of plantations to private man...,Sri Lanka govt ready to extend estate leases if more investments made ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government is willing to consider extending leases of plantations to private man...,negative,-0.969190657
State of Emergency extended by one more month,7/22/2019,Uncategorized,"Despite assurances to the contrary, the State of Emergency has been extended by one more month.","State of Emergency extended by one more month Despite assurances to the contrary, the State of Emergency has been extended by one more month.",negative,-0.974693716
Most Asian markets fall as traders consider Fed rate cut,7/22/2019,International news,"Most Asian markets fell in early trade Monday on dimming hopes for a deep interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve, but ...","Most Asian markets fall as traders consider Fed rate cut Most Asian markets fell in early trade Monday on dimming hopes for a deep interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve, but ...",negative,-0.999330997
"Iran probes seized UK-flagged tanker, Britain to hold emergency meeting",7/22/2019,International news,"Iran warned Sunday that the fate of a UK-flagged tanker it seized in the Gulf depends on an investigation, as Britain pr...","Iran probes seized UK-flagged tanker, Britain to hold emergency meeting Iran warned Sunday that the fate of a UK-flagged tanker it seized in the Gulf depends on an investigation, as Britain pr...",negative,-0.998759508
"Sri Lanka's Softlogic group eyes Africa, Asia for expansion",7/22/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Softlogic group, which has interests in healthcare, financial service and retail wants to expand into Africa...","Sri Lanka's Softlogic group eyes Africa, Asia for expansion Sri Lanka's Softlogic group, which has interests in healthcare, financial service and retail wants to expand into Africa...",positive,0.989728808
Suspected 'Awa' member killed in clash with police in Jaffna,7/22/2019,Uncategorized,One person was killed when police opened fire at suspected members of the ‘Awa’ group who had attempted to attack se...,Suspected 'Awa' member killed in clash with police in Jaffna One person was killed when police opened fire at suspected members of the ‘Awa’ group who had attempted to attack se...,negative,-0.985924423
PM promises new laws to prevent terrorism,7/22/2019,Uncategorized,"The Government will propose new laws to facilitate cooperation between different state agencies in preventing terrorism,...","PM promises new laws to prevent terrorism The Government will propose new laws to facilitate cooperation between different state agencies in preventing terrorism,...",positive,0.929500282
Police probing intimidation of Muslims in Katuwapitiya,7/22/2019,Uncategorized,Police have begun investigations into an incident where pig carcases were hung in front of Muslim-owned shops at the Dee...,Police probing intimidation of Muslims in Katuwapitiya Police have begun investigations into an incident where pig carcases were hung in front of Muslim-owned shops at the Dee...,negative,-0.985285699
"Wind speed drops, showers to continue",7/22/2019,Weather and Climate,"The high winds that hit many parts of the island last week are expected to be milder from Wednesday, the Department of M...","Wind speed drops, showers to continue The high winds that hit many parts of the island last week are expected to be milder from Wednesday, the Department of M...",negative,-0.991888583
Sri Lanka Cardinal says foreign conspiracy behind Easter attacks,7/21/2019,Political News,ECONOMYNEXT – The head of Sri Lanka's Roman Catholic Church Sunday lambasted the government and its foreign allie...,Sri Lanka Cardinal says foreign conspiracy behind Easter attacks ECONOMYNEXT – The head of Sri Lanka's Roman Catholic Church Sunday lambasted the government and its foreign allie...,negative,-0.993497372
Bangladesh cricketers arrive in Sri Lanka under high security,7/21/2019,Culture,"The Bangladesh cricket team arrived in Sri Lanka amid tight security on Saturday, the first foreign sporting side to vis...","Bangladesh cricketers arrive in Sri Lanka under high security The Bangladesh cricket team arrived in Sri Lanka amid tight security on Saturday, the first foreign sporting side to vis...",positive,0.941908836
"Access Engineering hit by Sri Lanka monetary instability, 'Nixon' shock",7/21/2019,Bonds & Forex,The collapse of Sri Lanka's soft-peg with the US dollar and trade controls slapped by authorities to block imports had h...,"Access Engineering hit by Sri Lanka monetary instability, 'Nixon' shock The collapse of Sri Lanka's soft-peg with the US dollar and trade controls slapped by authorities to block imports had h...",negative,-0.997584701
Sri Lanka's HNB Assurance eyes 15-pct premium growth in 2019,7/21/2019,Finance,Sri Lanka's HNB Assurance is expecting planning write business of 15 percent in the year to March 2019 with restrictions...,Sri Lanka's HNB Assurance eyes 15-pct premium growth in 2019 Sri Lanka's HNB Assurance is expecting planning write business of 15 percent in the year to March 2019 with restrictions...,negative,-0.946208954
Three months on are we still in the dark?,7/21/2019,Uncategorized,It is three months today since a group of suicidal extremists upended our society by killing Easter Sunday worshippers i...,Three months on are we still in the dark? It is three months today since a group of suicidal extremists upended our society by killing Easter Sunday worshippers i...,negative,-0.980306387
"President to be ""invited"" to testify before Easter attack probe",7/21/2019,Politics,The Parliamentary Select Committee probing the Easter attacks has not yet taken a “firm decision whether to ask the Pr...,"President to be ""invited"" to testify before Easter attack probe The Parliamentary Select Committee probing the Easter attacks has not yet taken a “firm decision whether to ask the Pr...",negative,-0.993853688
Sri Lanka re-nationalizes film distribution under 1971 agency,7/20/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's National Film Corporation, a state agency set up in 1971 has re-nationalized film distribution under an admi...","Sri Lanka re-nationalizes film distribution under 1971 agency Sri Lanka's National Film Corporation, a state agency set up in 1971 has re-nationalized film distribution under an admi...",negative,-0.991731465
Sri Lanka central bank needs new monetary law to block money printing: Governor,7/20/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank is seeking passage of revamped governing law to block itself from printing money to finance def...,Sri Lanka central bank needs new monetary law to block money printing: Governor Sri Lanka's central bank is seeking passage of revamped governing law to block itself from printing money to finance def...,negative,-0.999058664
China opens up finance sector to more foreign investment,7/20/2019,International news,"China lifted some restrictions on foreign investment in the financial sector Saturday, as the world's second largest eco...","China opens up finance sector to more foreign investment China lifted some restrictions on foreign investment in the financial sector Saturday, as the world's second largest eco...",positive,0.986542583
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals recovery continues with boost from India,7/20/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals have increased to an average 4,000 a day in the second week of July from 3,200 arrivals a d...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals recovery continues with boost from India Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals have increased to an average 4,000 a day in the second week of July from 3,200 arrivals a d...",positive,0.999147534
ID parade for violent bodyguards,7/20/2019,Uncategorized,Four men who allegedly attempted to assault the driver of a van on the Kandy Colombo road on Friday 18 July will face an...,ID parade for violent bodyguards Four men who allegedly attempted to assault the driver of a van on the Kandy Colombo road on Friday 18 July will face an...,negative,-0.997034431
Sri Lankan National Unity helped us overcome Easter bombings - Ranil,7/20/2019,Uncategorized,"By Sri Lankans standing united, we have been able to bring normalcy back to the country says Prime minister Ranil Wickre...","Sri Lankan National Unity helped us overcome Easter bombings - Ranil By Sri Lankans standing united, we have been able to bring normalcy back to the country says Prime minister Ranil Wickre...",positive,0.999417186
Sri Lanka magistrate in hot water over sterilisation probe,7/20/2019,Legal,Investigation into the alleged sterilisation of Buddhist mothers by a Muslim doctor in Kurunegala has taken a new turn w...,Sri Lanka magistrate in hot water over sterilisation probe Investigation into the alleged sterilisation of Buddhist mothers by a Muslim doctor in Kurunegala has taken a new turn w...,negative,-0.988013506
"Sri Lanka’s rupee ends weaker, bond yields steady",7/19/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee ends weaker at 175.80/85 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields w...,"Sri Lanka’s rupee ends weaker, bond yields steady Sri Lanka's rupee ends weaker at 175.80/85 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields w...",negative,-0.98935318
Hayleys Free Zone in hot water over used goods stuck at Colombo port,7/19/2019,Economy,"Hayleys Free Zone Limited (HFZL), a company which is operating a logistics and entrepot trading centre has been asked to...","Hayleys Free Zone in hot water over used goods stuck at Colombo port Hayleys Free Zone Limited (HFZL), a company which is operating a logistics and entrepot trading centre has been asked to...",negative,-0.983855665
Sri Lanka stocks gain for eighth day with buying in banks,7/19/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.34 percent higher on Thursday with gains in banking pushing the market up for the eighth strai...,Sri Lanka stocks gain for eighth day with buying in banks Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.34 percent higher on Thursday with gains in banking pushing the market up for the eighth strai...,positive,0.82450211
"Sri Lanka has no peg, soft or hard: CB Governor",7/19/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka does not have a peg but manages the rate 'flexibly', Central Bank Governor Indrajit Coomaraswamy said, an arra...","Sri Lanka has no peg, soft or hard: CB Governor Sri Lanka does not have a peg but manages the rate 'flexibly', Central Bank Governor Indrajit Coomaraswamy said, an arra...",positive,0.994879603
Former Magistrate indicted for possessing Elephant,7/19/2019,Uncategorized,The former Additional Magistrate for Colombo Thilina Gamage and four others have bee n indicted in the High Court of Col...,Former Magistrate indicted for possessing Elephant The former Additional Magistrate for Colombo Thilina Gamage and four others have bee n indicted in the High Court of Col...,negative,-0.969314516
Sri Lanka has settled 70-pct of foreign debt for 2019: CB Governor,7/19/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka has settled about 70 percent of 5.4 billion US dollars in foreign debt repayments in 2019 and will have a buff...,Sri Lanka has settled 70-pct of foreign debt for 2019: CB Governor Sri Lanka has settled about 70 percent of 5.4 billion US dollars in foreign debt repayments in 2019 and will have a buff...,positive,0.977159321
Hayleys asked to re-export containers with used goods,7/19/2019,Business,"Hayleys Free Zone Limited (HFZL), a company which is operating a logistics and entrepot trading centre has been asked to...","Hayleys asked to re-export containers with used goods Hayleys Free Zone Limited (HFZL), a company which is operating a logistics and entrepot trading centre has been asked to...",negative,-0.991992295
Bonavista coral reef at risk from possible oil spill,7/19/2019,Environment,"One of Sri Lanka's most pristine marine environments, the Bonavista Coral reef, is in danger of being hit by an oil spil...","Bonavista coral reef at risk from possible oil spill One of Sri Lanka's most pristine marine environments, the Bonavista Coral reef, is in danger of being hit by an oil spil...",negative,-0.997242332
"Bond scam: indictments served, 7 accused granted bail",7/19/2019,Uncategorized,The Attorney General has asked the Permanent Trial-at-Bar hearing the Bonds Commission case to issue an arrest warrant a...,"Bond scam: indictments served, 7 accused granted bail The Attorney General has asked the Permanent Trial-at-Bar hearing the Bonds Commission case to issue an arrest warrant a...",negative,-0.996148109
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks gain",7/19/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted slightly lower at 175.75/95 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks gain Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted slightly lower at 175.75/95 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while...",negative,-0.999074578
Sri Lanka Navy Reverse Osmosis Plants serving areas hit by CKDu,7/19/2019,Uncategorized,Reverse Osmosis Plants built and run by the Sri Lanka Navy are helping thousands of rural households hit by Chronic Kidn...,Sri Lanka Navy Reverse Osmosis Plants serving areas hit by CKDu Reverse Osmosis Plants built and run by the Sri Lanka Navy are helping thousands of rural households hit by Chronic Kidn...,negative,-0.903262436
Complaint lodged against VIP security personnel who assaulted van driver - Ashu Marasinghe,7/19/2019,Politics,UNP MP Ashu Marasinghe has lodged a complaint with Acting IGP (Inspector General of Police) against the VIP Security per...,Complaint lodged against VIP security personnel who assaulted van driver - Ashu Marasinghe UNP MP Ashu Marasinghe has lodged a complaint with Acting IGP (Inspector General of Police) against the VIP Security per...,negative,-0.991723597
Stock markets downbeat on growth concerns; oil down,7/19/2019,International news,Stock markets mostly fell Thursday on concerns about an uncertain global economic outlook amid lingering disquiet about ...,Stock markets downbeat on growth concerns; oil down Stock markets mostly fell Thursday on concerns about an uncertain global economic outlook amid lingering disquiet about ...,negative,-0.999296188
Sri Lankan factories using sugar in tea face prosecution,7/19/2019,Agriculture,"Factories using sugar in the process of making Sri Lanka’s main agricultural export, Ceylon tea, will face prosec...","Sri Lankan factories using sugar in tea face prosecution Factories using sugar in the process of making Sri Lanka’s main agricultural export, Ceylon tea, will face prosec...",negative,-0.997305036
'Global Ceylon Tea Campaign' will be launched in Russia - Navin,7/19/2019,Economy,"The 'Global Ceylon Tea Campaign', which was delayed for three years, will be launched in Russia in September this year, ...","'Global Ceylon Tea Campaign' will be launched in Russia - Navin The 'Global Ceylon Tea Campaign', which was delayed for three years, will be launched in Russia in September this year, ...",negative,-0.987231076
Sri Lanka arrests top police watchdog official,7/18/2019,Legal,"Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | Sri Lankan detectives Thursday arrested the chief executive at the police watchdog over his a...","Sri Lanka arrests top police watchdog official Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | Sri Lankan detectives Thursday arrested the chief executive at the police watchdog over his a...",negative,-0.949087858
Sri Lanka central bank says to take further measures to cut lending rates,7/18/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s central bank said it will take further appropriate measures to ensure lending ra...,Sri Lanka central bank says to take further measures to cut lending rates ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s central bank said it will take further appropriate measures to ensure lending ra...,negative,-0.83125633
Sri Lanka close to oil-for-tea barter deal with Iran,7/18/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is close to reaching a barter deal with Iran to set off payments for  shipments of its main agricultural expor...,Sri Lanka close to oil-for-tea barter deal with Iran Sri Lanka is close to reaching a barter deal with Iran to set off payments for  shipments of its main agricultural expor...,negative,-0.995544612
Japan to give Sri Lanka state workers Rs400mn in scholarships,7/18/2019,Business,The Japanese government said that it has granted 429 million rupees in scholarships for Sri Lankan public sector officia...,Japan to give Sri Lanka state workers Rs400mn in scholarships The Japanese government said that it has granted 429 million rupees in scholarships for Sri Lankan public sector officia...,negative,-0.959954143
Sri Lanka gets foreign investment for Fantasy Island entertainment complex,7/18/2019,Business,Sri Lanka’s investment promotion agency said it has signed an agreement with foreign investors to build an entert...,Sri Lanka gets foreign investment for Fantasy Island entertainment complex Sri Lanka’s investment promotion agency said it has signed an agreement with foreign investors to build an entert...,positive,0.693868577
"JKH, Dialog boost Sri Lanka stocks to 4-month high",7/18/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.69 percent higher on Thursday on buying interest in John Keells Holdings, Dialog Axiata and ...","JKH, Dialog boost Sri Lanka stocks to 4-month high Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.69 percent higher on Thursday on buying interest in John Keells Holdings, Dialog Axiata and ...",negative,-0.781123698
"Sri Lanka's global tea campaign starts Sept, social media focus",7/18/2019,Agriculture,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka will start a long-delayed global campaign to promote its main agricultural export, Ceylon...","Sri Lanka's global tea campaign starts Sept, social media focus ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka will start a long-delayed global campaign to promote its main agricultural export, Ceylon...",negative,-0.987490237
EU renews calls for abolishing death penalty,7/18/2019,Political News,Heads of  Missions (HoMs) of the European Union in Sri Lanka called for the abolishment of the death penalty on Thursday...,EU renews calls for abolishing death penalty Heads of  Missions (HoMs) of the European Union in Sri Lanka called for the abolishment of the death penalty on Thursday...,negative,-0.923885643
Riverine regions warned as waters rise,7/18/2019,Weather and Climate,The Disaster Management Centre has urged the people living in low lying areas on both sides of the Kalu Ganga and its' t...,Riverine regions warned as waters rise The Disaster Management Centre has urged the people living in low lying areas on both sides of the Kalu Ganga and its' t...,negative,-0.990881562
Private member's bill to abolish Sri Lanka death penalty gazetted,7/18/2019,Political News,The Sri Lanka Department of Government Printing has gazetted a private members' bill to abolish the death penalty.,Private member's bill to abolish Sri Lanka death penalty gazetted The Sri Lanka Department of Government Printing has gazetted a private members' bill to abolish the death penalty.,negative,-0.959223151
Shafi case; Journalists want Kurunegala Magistrate investigated,7/18/2019,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka Young Journalists Association (SLYJA) is seeking an investigation into the conduct of the Kurunegala Magistrat...,Shafi case; Journalists want Kurunegala Magistrate investigated Sri Lanka Young Journalists Association (SLYJA) is seeking an investigation into the conduct of the Kurunegala Magistrat...,negative,-0.966532707
India helping upgrade Northern Railway line,7/18/2019,Uncategorized,"India is helping Sri Lanka upgrade the train tracks from Maho to Omanthai on the Northern Line, a project costing more t...","India helping upgrade Northern Railway line India is helping Sri Lanka upgrade the train tracks from Maho to Omanthai on the Northern Line, a project costing more t...",negative,-0.711454034
Real-time data will be added to Google Transit soon – NTC,7/18/2019,Uncategorized,The National Transport Commission (NTC) says that it is ready to provide real-time facilities to the commuters in the co...,Real-time data will be added to Google Transit soon – NTC The National Transport Commission (NTC) says that it is ready to provide real-time facilities to the commuters in the co...,positive,0.965128243
Sajith opposed the death penalty in the past – Bandula Lal Bandarigoda,7/18/2019,Politics,"UNP MP Bandula Lal Bandarigoda, who presented a Private Member’s Bill to the parliament proposing the abolition of the...","Sajith opposed the death penalty in the past – Bandula Lal Bandarigoda UNP MP Bandula Lal Bandarigoda, who presented a Private Member’s Bill to the parliament proposing the abolition of the...",negative,-0.523405612
"Sri Lanka stocks gain on JKH, Dialog, rupee steady",7/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee opened stable at 175.65/75 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yiel...,"Sri Lanka stocks gain on JKH, Dialog, rupee steady Sri Lanka's rupee opened stable at 175.65/75 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yiel...",negative,-0.971228242
"Victor Ivan breathes fire on corrupt, unethical media",7/18/2019,Politics,"Chastising the mainstream media for its allegedly unethical conduct, veteran journalist Victor Ivan yesterday (17 July) ...","Victor Ivan breathes fire on corrupt, unethical media Chastising the mainstream media for its allegedly unethical conduct, veteran journalist Victor Ivan yesterday (17 July) ...",negative,-0.798882723
World Bank to increase assistance to Sri Lanka,7/18/2019,Economy,Vice President of the World Bank for the South Asia Region Hartwig Schafer said that the World Bank will increase assist...,World Bank to increase assistance to Sri Lanka Vice President of the World Bank for the South Asia Region Hartwig Schafer said that the World Bank will increase assist...,positive,0.999449551
Lotus Renewable Energy ups stake in Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations,7/18/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka-based Lotus Renewable Energy (Private) Limitd, part of Singapore's G&G Group, said that it has increased its s...","Lotus Renewable Energy ups stake in Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations Sri Lanka-based Lotus Renewable Energy (Private) Limitd, part of Singapore's G&G Group, said that it has increased its s...",positive,0.994708061
We are no more a country with a low income-PM,7/18/2019,Economy,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says that Sri Lanka is no more a country with low income but a country considered as...,We are no more a country with a low income-PM Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says that Sri Lanka is no more a country with low income but a country considered as...,negative,-0.96699518
"Mangala to take Derana, Hiru and Palitha Thero to court over false allegations",7/18/2019,Politics,Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera today announced that he would be taking legal action against the news desks of two ...,"Mangala to take Derana, Hiru and Palitha Thero to court over false allegations Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera today announced that he would be taking legal action against the news desks of two ...",negative,-0.996102571
"Sri Lanka remittances, tourism earnings down in May",7/18/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's foreign exchange earnings from remittances and tourism fell in May 2019, the central bank said.","Sri Lanka remittances, tourism earnings down in May Sri Lanka's foreign exchange earnings from remittances and tourism fell in May 2019, the central bank said.",negative,-0.999474466
Proposal to ban tuition  during Daham Pasal times,7/18/2019,Education,A Private Members Bill is being presented to Parliament to ban private tuition classes being held on Poya days and Sunda...,Proposal to ban tuition  during Daham Pasal times A Private Members Bill is being presented to Parliament to ban private tuition classes being held on Poya days and Sunda...,negative,-0.973238587
Asian markets slip as uncertainty stalks trading floors,7/18/2019,International news,"Asian markets fell on Thursday, hit by concerns about the uncertain global economic outlook, the China-US trade war and ...","Asian markets slip as uncertainty stalks trading floors Asian markets fell on Thursday, hit by concerns about the uncertain global economic outlook, the China-US trade war and ...",negative,-0.99954766
Sri Lanka hotels winter bookings picking up: CB Governor,7/18/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's central bank said that winter bookings at Sri Lankan hotels are picking up, after the initial setback due to...","Sri Lanka hotels winter bookings picking up: CB Governor Sri Lanka's central bank said that winter bookings at Sri Lankan hotels are picking up, after the initial setback due to...",positive,0.936953127
Private Bill against death penalty proposes retroactive life imprisonment,7/18/2019,Uncategorized,The Private Member's Bill to be presented in Parliament by Galle District MP Bandula Lal Bandarigoda proposing the aboli...,Private Bill against death penalty proposes retroactive life imprisonment The Private Member's Bill to be presented in Parliament by Galle District MP Bandula Lal Bandarigoda proposing the aboli...,negative,-0.906918228
"Dengue threat on the rise; nearly 30,000 cases reported",7/18/2019,Health,"A total of 29,123 dengue cases and 58 dengue deaths have been reported across the country as of yesterday (17 July), the...","Dengue threat on the rise; nearly 30,000 cases reported A total of 29,123 dengue cases and 58 dengue deaths have been reported across the country as of yesterday (17 July), the...",negative,-0.979347765
"Bill to abolish Death Penalty ""as early as possible""- Kiriella",7/18/2019,Politics,The government will bring a Private Members’ Bill to abolish the death penalty before Parliament “as early as possib...,"Bill to abolish Death Penalty ""as early as possible""- Kiriella The government will bring a Private Members’ Bill to abolish the death penalty before Parliament “as early as possib...",negative,-0.943560421
Sri Lanka fashion show in social media storm over human table décor,7/17/2019,Political News,A fashion show in Sri Lanka is facing backlash over human table décor used at a launch event in a Colombo hotel which...,Sri Lanka fashion show in social media storm over human table décor A fashion show in Sri Lanka is facing backlash over human table décor used at a launch event in a Colombo hotel which...,negative,-0.997970402
"Canada, EU to discuss trade accord at summit",7/17/2019,International news,Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau prepared Wednesday to welcome senior EU officials for a brief summit at which the...,"Canada, EU to discuss trade accord at summit Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau prepared Wednesday to welcome senior EU officials for a brief summit at which the...",positive,0.995224237
Sri Lanka trade gap narrows in May 2019 after monetary instability,7/17/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's trade deficit fell 11.8 percent in May 2019 to 823 million US dollars from a year earlier with a fall in imp...,Sri Lanka trade gap narrows in May 2019 after monetary instability Sri Lanka's trade deficit fell 11.8 percent in May 2019 to 823 million US dollars from a year earlier with a fall in imp...,negative,-0.990065157
"Sri Lanka’s rupee ends stronger, bond yields gain",7/17/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka's rupee closed firmer at 175.65/70 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Wed...,"Sri Lanka’s rupee ends stronger, bond yields gain ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka's rupee closed firmer at 175.65/70 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Wed...",negative,-0.988220811
Sri Lankan businesses told how S. African firms revived sanctions-hit economy,7/17/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – The way South Africa’s businesses helped the country recover from the isolation and sanction...,Sri Lankan businesses told how S. African firms revived sanctions-hit economy ECONOMYNEXT – The way South Africa’s businesses helped the country recover from the isolation and sanction...,negative,-0.912931919
"Sri Lanka stocks close 1.04-pct up, back at pre-Easter attack level",7/17/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.04 percent higher on Wednesday, with the market recovering to the pre-Eas...","Sri Lanka stocks close 1.04-pct up, back at pre-Easter attack level ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.04 percent higher on Wednesday, with the market recovering to the pre-Eas...",negative,-0.98238188
Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill yields continue fall across maturities,7/17/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Treasury bills yields continued to fall across maturities for the third week at Wednesdayâ€...,Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill yields continue fall across maturities ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Treasury bills yields continued to fall across maturities for the third week at Wednesdayâ€...,negative,-0.996804476
Sri Lanka’s Bogawantalawa Tea to raise Rs850mn through convertible debentures,7/17/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s Bogawantalawa Tea Estates (BTE) plans to raise 850 million rupees through 5 to 7 year listed BBB+ rat...,Sri Lanka’s Bogawantalawa Tea to raise Rs850mn through convertible debentures Sri Lanka’s Bogawantalawa Tea Estates (BTE) plans to raise 850 million rupees through 5 to 7 year listed BBB+ rat...,negative,-0.977509499
Asitha Panabokke elected chairman of Pacific Asia Travel Association Sri Lanka chapter,7/17/2019,Business,"Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Sri Lanka Chapter has elected Asitha Panabokke, Executive Director of Mahaweli Re...","Asitha Panabokke elected chairman of Pacific Asia Travel Association Sri Lanka chapter Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Sri Lanka Chapter has elected Asitha Panabokke, Executive Director of Mahaweli Re...",positive,0.991819859
Edotco Malaysia to deploy 1000 lamp pole towers in Sri Lanka,7/17/2019,ICT,"Edotco Lanka, a telecom tower affiliate of Malaysia's Axiata group is investing in a 'smart pole' network which will pro...","Edotco Malaysia to deploy 1000 lamp pole towers in Sri Lanka Edotco Lanka, a telecom tower affiliate of Malaysia's Axiata group is investing in a 'smart pole' network which will pro...",positive,0.992577732
Sri Lanka to kick-off tourism recovery campaigns; global tender for 3-year push,7/17/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's is preparing to float a global tender for a two to three year tourism campaign in September, while fast camp...","Sri Lanka to kick-off tourism recovery campaigns; global tender for 3-year push Sri Lanka's is preparing to float a global tender for a two to three year tourism campaign in September, while fast camp...",positive,0.634072483
AG orders two senior officials arrested over Avant Garde case,7/17/2019,Uncategorized,Police have been instructed to immediately arrest two senior officials charged in the Avant Garde illegal floating Armou...,AG orders two senior officials arrested over Avant Garde case Police have been instructed to immediately arrest two senior officials charged in the Avant Garde illegal floating Armou...,negative,-0.98369056
Elon Musk shows off progress on brain-machine interface,7/17/2019,Business,Musk shows off progress on brain-machine interfaceFuturist entrepreneur Elon Musk late Tuesday revealed his secretive N...,Elon Musk shows off progress on brain-machine interface Musk shows off progress on brain-machine interfaceFuturist entrepreneur Elon Musk late Tuesday revealed his secretive N...,negative,-0.967518389
"Asian stocks hit by trade woes while dollar rises, oil struggles",7/17/2019,International news,Fresh trade worries and uncertainty about the Federal Reserve's plans for cutting interest rates weighed on Asian market...,"Asian stocks hit by trade woes while dollar rises, oil struggles Fresh trade worries and uncertainty about the Federal Reserve's plans for cutting interest rates weighed on Asian market...",negative,-0.994866014
Elyon Colombo business hotel opens braving Sri Lanka downturn,7/17/2019,Business,"Elyon Colombo, a business hotel promoted by St Anthony's group, a private held group in Sri Lanka, is opening a 30-room ...","Elyon Colombo business hotel opens braving Sri Lanka downturn Elyon Colombo, a business hotel promoted by St Anthony's group, a private held group in Sri Lanka, is opening a 30-room ...",positive,0.997628391
Price of bread increased by Rs. 5,7/17/2019,Uncategorized,The All Ceylon Bakery Owners' Association (ACBOA) has decided to increase the price of a loaf of bread by Rs. 5 with eff...,Price of bread increased by Rs. 5 The All Ceylon Bakery Owners' Association (ACBOA) has decided to increase the price of a loaf of bread by Rs. 5 with eff...,negative,-0.948978364
Sri Lanka coconut auctions resume at Rs22.30 after price control lowered,7/17/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's coconut auctions have resumed after a floor price was dropped with 1.3 million nuts traded at the last aucti...,Sri Lanka coconut auctions resume at Rs22.30 after price control lowered Sri Lanka's coconut auctions have resumed after a floor price was dropped with 1.3 million nuts traded at the last aucti...,negative,-0.995558083
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks gain",7/17/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 175.65/75 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while stocks...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks gain Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 175.65/75 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while stocks...",negative,-0.845476747
"Hybrid electric vehicle standards needed, Sri Lanka transport expert says",7/17/2019,Ground,Hybrid electric vehicles can help reduce emissions but minimum standards and adequate support infrastructure are needed ...,"Hybrid electric vehicle standards needed, Sri Lanka transport expert says Hybrid electric vehicles can help reduce emissions but minimum standards and adequate support infrastructure are needed ...",negative,-0.948186278
Those who insult the Maha Sangha will be rejected - Sirisena,7/17/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena said that those who insult the Maha Sangha will be rejected and disgusted with it.,Those who insult the Maha Sangha will be rejected - Sirisena President Maithripala Sirisena said that those who insult the Maha Sangha will be rejected and disgusted with it.,negative,-0.999438465
APIIT stake sold by Malaysia fund to Sri Lanka's BG Investments,7/17/2019,Markets,"Ekuiti Nasional Bhd (Ekuinas), a fund linked to the government of Malaysia has sold its stake in APIIT Lanka, a Colombo-...","APIIT stake sold by Malaysia fund to Sri Lanka's BG Investments Ekuiti Nasional Bhd (Ekuinas), a fund linked to the government of Malaysia has sold its stake in APIIT Lanka, a Colombo-...",negative,-0.997226059
Mixed earnings at large US banks as Fed rate cut looms,7/17/2019,International news,JPMorgan Chase reported record quarterly profits on Tuesday behind strong consumer businesses on a day of mixed bank ear...,Mixed earnings at large US banks as Fed rate cut looms JPMorgan Chase reported record quarterly profits on Tuesday behind strong consumer businesses on a day of mixed bank ear...,negative,-0.990915239
External current account surplus in Sri Lanka amid credit bust,7/17/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has recorded surplus in the external current account in 2019 for the first time in a decade, Central Bank Gove...","External current account surplus in Sri Lanka amid credit bust Sri Lanka has recorded surplus in the external current account in 2019 for the first time in a decade, Central Bank Gove...",negative,-0.922214806
Showers and winds increase till 19th July,7/17/2019,Weather and Climate,"Showers and winds are likely to increase in the Southwest of the country till the 19th of July 2019, the Department of M...","Showers and winds increase till 19th July Showers and winds are likely to increase in the Southwest of the country till the 19th of July 2019, the Department of M...",positive,0.959325492
Abolishing death penalty as bad as letting Easter attackers go free - President,7/17/2019,Uncategorized,President Maithripala Sirisena yesterday likened calls to abolish the death penalty to attempts to pardon the Easter Sun...,Abolishing death penalty as bad as letting Easter attackers go free - President President Maithripala Sirisena yesterday likened calls to abolish the death penalty to attempts to pardon the Easter Sun...,negative,-0.989238739
Four nabbed for possession of 290 detonators in Piliyandala,7/17/2019,Uncategorized,"Four people are in custody for allegedly having 290 electric detonators in a house in Hedigama, Piliyandala.","Four nabbed for possession of 290 detonators in Piliyandala Four people are in custody for allegedly having 290 electric detonators in a house in Hedigama, Piliyandala.",negative,-0.994775653
"Ancient Sri Lanka was a trading hub, not just a farm: economist",7/16/2019,Economy,"A view that is widely propagated that ancient Sri Lanka was simply based on agriculture economy is false, but the island...","Ancient Sri Lanka was a trading hub, not just a farm: economist A view that is widely propagated that ancient Sri Lanka was simply based on agriculture economy is false, but the island...",negative,-0.934841216
Sri Lanka to promote daylight maximizing low income house design,7/16/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's power regulator has teamed up with a university to promote the design of houses for low income families whic...,Sri Lanka to promote daylight maximizing low income house design Sri Lanka's power regulator has teamed up with a university to promote the design of houses for low income families whic...,positive,0.987369955
TBEA Shenyang Transformer of China wins US$5.1mn Sri Lanka deal,7/16/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka has awarded a 5.1 million US dollars of contracts to TBEA Shenyang Transformer Group Company Ltd, to supply eq...","TBEA Shenyang Transformer of China wins US$5.1mn Sri Lanka deal Sri Lanka has awarded a 5.1 million US dollars of contracts to TBEA Shenyang Transformer Group Company Ltd, to supply eq...",positive,0.940103471
US judge slashes jury award in Roundup cancer case,7/16/2019,International news,"A US judge on Monday slashed punitive damages a jury ordered Monsanto to pay in a Roundup cancer trial, saying the sum w...","US judge slashes jury award in Roundup cancer case A US judge on Monday slashed punitive damages a jury ordered Monsanto to pay in a Roundup cancer trial, saying the sum w...",negative,-0.99385345
Asian markets drift as investors eye start of earnings season,7/16/2019,International news,Most Asian markets fell Tuesday as investors take a breather after a recent rally and as they await the start of the cor...,Asian markets drift as investors eye start of earnings season Most Asian markets fell Tuesday as investors take a breather after a recent rally and as they await the start of the cor...,negative,-0.995577812
I am committed to a political solution to the National issue - Ranil,7/16/2019,Politics,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says that the country is close to reaching a political solution to the National issu...,I am committed to a political solution to the National issue - Ranil Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says that the country is close to reaching a political solution to the National issu...,negative,-0.843508422
Sri Lanka factory production recovery gathers pace,7/15/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s factory production recovery gathered momentum in June with services also recovering fro...,Sri Lanka factory production recovery gathers pace ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s factory production recovery gathered momentum in June with services also recovering fro...,positive,0.891575933
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields remain flat",7/15/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 175.70/75 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on M...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields remain flat ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 175.70/75 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on M...",negative,-0.99886775
"Sri Lanka's CIC, Sunshine call off healthcare business merger",7/15/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan agrochemical group CIC Holdings and Sunshine Holdings group said they have decided not to proce...,"Sri Lanka's CIC, Sunshine call off healthcare business merger ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan agrochemical group CIC Holdings and Sunshine Holdings group said they have decided not to proce...",negative,-0.969816566
EU aid for Sri Lankan counterterrorism initiative,7/15/2019,Defence,ECONOMYNEXT – The European Union has offered Sri Lanka support for its counterterrorism initiative after talks by...,EU aid for Sri Lankan counterterrorism initiative ECONOMYNEXT – The European Union has offered Sri Lanka support for its counterterrorism initiative after talks by...,negative,-0.751269698
"Sri Lanka stocks up 0.31-pct, turnover hits 15-month high",7/15/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.31 percent higher on Monday with the turnover soaring due to a block trad...,"Sri Lanka stocks up 0.31-pct, turnover hits 15-month high ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.31 percent higher on Monday with the turnover soaring due to a block trad...",negative,-0.677506864
Sri Lanka tourism working capital loan expanded,7/15/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Treasury will be expanding a working capital loan to be given to tourism businesses to help rec...,Sri Lanka tourism working capital loan expanded ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Treasury will be expanding a working capital loan to be given to tourism businesses to help rec...,positive,0.9848001
Time has come to defeat religious extremism – Cardinal Ranjith,7/15/2019,Uncategorized,Archbishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith says that it is the right time to defeat any religious ideology that dest...,Time has come to defeat religious extremism – Cardinal Ranjith Archbishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith says that it is the right time to defeat any religious ideology that dest...,positive,0.9977175
First Ad Hoc dialogue on counter-terrorism with EU in Colombo,7/15/2019,Politics,A delegation led by European Union (EU) Counter-Terrorism Coordinator Gilles de Kerchove is wrapping up a round of talks...,First Ad Hoc dialogue on counter-terrorism with EU in Colombo A delegation led by European Union (EU) Counter-Terrorism Coordinator Gilles de Kerchove is wrapping up a round of talks...,positive,0.994395375
"Sri Lanka’s Laugfs Gas in talks with strategic investors in LPG, hotels",7/15/2019,Slideshows,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Laugfs Gas, which has diversified from a domestic cooking gas supplier to region...","Sri Lanka’s Laugfs Gas in talks with strategic investors in LPG, hotels ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Laugfs Gas, which has diversified from a domestic cooking gas supplier to region...",positive,0.799598515
Bank of Ceylon to privately place Rs12bn in bail-in bonds,7/15/2019,Bonds & Forex,"State-run Bank of Ceylon is planning to privately place 12 billion rupees of unlisted bonds, which can be used to bail o...","Bank of Ceylon to privately place Rs12bn in bail-in bonds State-run Bank of Ceylon is planning to privately place 12 billion rupees of unlisted bonds, which can be used to bail o...",negative,-0.997544229
Panadura North OIC interdicted,7/15/2019,Uncategorized,The officer-in-charge (OIC) of the Panadura (North) police station Prabath Paranavithana has been interdicted with effec...,Panadura North OIC interdicted The officer-in-charge (OIC) of the Panadura (North) police station Prabath Paranavithana has been interdicted with effec...,negative,-0.995483637
PM raps Ranjan's knuckles over comments about Clergy,7/15/2019,Politics,The Prime Minister is asking Actor-politico Ranjan Ramanayake to explain himself over disparaging remarks the State Mini...,PM raps Ranjan's knuckles over comments about Clergy The Prime Minister is asking Actor-politico Ranjan Ramanayake to explain himself over disparaging remarks the State Mini...,negative,-0.993372679
"Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, stocks down 0.03-pct",7/15/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 175.40/55 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while stocks...","Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, stocks down 0.03-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 175.40/55 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while stocks...",negative,-0.987421155
Asian markets in retreat as China growth slows further,7/15/2019,International news,"Hong Kong, China | AFP | Monday - Asian markets slipped on Monday as data showed China's economy growing at its weakest ...","Asian markets in retreat as China growth slows further Hong Kong, China | AFP | Monday - Asian markets slipped on Monday as data showed China's economy growing at its weakest ...",negative,-0.999573886
Sri Lanka's central bank buys US$87.5mn amid weak credit,7/15/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's central bank had bought 87.5 million US dollars from banks in June to stop the rupee appreciating and mainta...,Sri Lanka's central bank buys US$87.5mn amid weak credit Sri Lanka's central bank had bought 87.5 million US dollars from banks in June to stop the rupee appreciating and mainta...,negative,-0.997617662
Ambassador Sirisena presents credentials to Austrian President,7/15/2019,Uncategorized,"Saroja Sirisena presented Letters of Credence to President of Austria Alexander Van der Bellen last Wednesday (10 July),...","Ambassador Sirisena presents credentials to Austrian President Saroja Sirisena presented Letters of Credence to President of Austria Alexander Van der Bellen last Wednesday (10 July),...",positive,0.998147964
Support for budding entrepreneurs at Enterprise Sri Lanka show in Anuradhapura,7/15/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – An exhibition that serves as a platform for budding entrepreneurs to get advice on building a busin...,Support for budding entrepreneurs at Enterprise Sri Lanka show in Anuradhapura ECONOMYNEXT – An exhibition that serves as a platform for budding entrepreneurs to get advice on building a busin...,positive,0.995544016
Sri Lank PM forecasts lending rates at 10-pct by end July,7/15/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has said that lending rates will fall to 10 percent by end July 2019, an...","Sri Lank PM forecasts lending rates at 10-pct by end July Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has said that lending rates will fall to 10 percent by end July 2019, an...",negative,-0.987315536
Nearly Rs. 265 million paid as compensation for Easter Sunday victims,7/15/2019,Uncategorized,"The Office of Reparations (OR), established to compensate the Easter Sunday Attack victims says that a total of Rs.262, ...","Nearly Rs. 265 million paid as compensation for Easter Sunday victims The Office of Reparations (OR), established to compensate the Easter Sunday Attack victims says that a total of Rs.262, ...",negative,-0.99150157
Islandwide Special operation to nab drunk drivers-Police,7/15/2019,Uncategorized,Police Spokesman Ruwan Gunasekara says that a special operation to arrest drunk drivers is being carried out islandwide.,Islandwide Special operation to nab drunk drivers-Police Police Spokesman Ruwan Gunasekara says that a special operation to arrest drunk drivers is being carried out islandwide.,negative,-0.994750679
Day of mourning if Bill against death penalty presented – Sirisena,7/15/2019,Uncategorized,"President Maithripala Sirisena says that if a Bill to abolish the death penalty is presented in the parliament, he would...","Day of mourning if Bill against death penalty presented – Sirisena President Maithripala Sirisena says that if a Bill to abolish the death penalty is presented in the parliament, he would...",negative,-0.992176592
England win Cricket World Cup after Super Over drama,7/15/2019,Culture,England won the World Cup for the first time as they beat New Zealand in a dramatic Super Over after a nerve-shredding f...,England win Cricket World Cup after Super Over drama England won the World Cup for the first time as they beat New Zealand in a dramatic Super Over after a nerve-shredding f...,positive,0.996137798
Singapore economy shrinks in warning for global trade,7/15/2019,Economy,"Growth in export-reliant Singapore suffered a surprise sharp contraction in the second quarter, official data showed Fri...","Singapore economy shrinks in warning for global trade Growth in export-reliant Singapore suffered a surprise sharp contraction in the second quarter, official data showed Fri...",negative,-0.999157429
Sri Lanka bad loans grow to 4.8-pct in June after soft-peg collapse,7/15/2019,Slideshows,"Bad loan in Sri Lanka banking system grew to 4.8 percent of gross loans by June 2019, from 4.2 percent in March, though ...","Sri Lanka bad loans grow to 4.8-pct in June after soft-peg collapse Bad loan in Sri Lanka banking system grew to 4.8 percent of gross loans by June 2019, from 4.2 percent in March, though ...",negative,-0.997519016
Father and daughter die in  train accident at Wadurawa,7/15/2019,Uncategorized,A father and his 11-year-old daughter were after the motorcycle they were riding collided with a Colombo Fort-bound trai...,Father and daughter die in  train accident at Wadurawa A father and his 11-year-old daughter were after the motorcycle they were riding collided with a Colombo Fort-bound trai...,negative,-0.991532862
Discrediting Intelligence Reports encourages terrorism-PM,7/15/2019,Politics,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is saying that attempting to discredit a part of the report produced by the intellig...,Discrediting Intelligence Reports encourages terrorism-PM Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is saying that attempting to discredit a part of the report produced by the intellig...,negative,-0.997069597
"Sri Lanka expects 100,000 tourists in July: Prime Minister",7/14/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka is expecting 100,000 tourist come to the country in July, after arrivals plunged to 37,000 in May in the wake ...","Sri Lanka expects 100,000 tourists in July: Prime Minister Sri Lanka is expecting 100,000 tourist come to the country in July, after arrivals plunged to 37,000 in May in the wake ...",positive,0.514015436
Facebook's Libra currency under fire,7/14/2019,International news,"Facebook's planned virtual unit Libra, already under heavy attack from US President Donald Trump and global regulators, ...","Facebook's Libra currency under fire Facebook's planned virtual unit Libra, already under heavy attack from US President Donald Trump and global regulators, ...",negative,-0.9971084
"Sri Lanka private credit negative in May, CB credit sharply down",7/14/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's credit to private borrowers contracted 2.5 billion rupees in May to 5,541.8 billion rupees, after a 43.4 bil...","Sri Lanka private credit negative in May, CB credit sharply down Sri Lanka's credit to private borrowers contracted 2.5 billion rupees in May to 5,541.8 billion rupees, after a 43.4 bil...",negative,-0.999239683
$5 bn US fine set for Facebook on privacy probe: report,7/13/2019,International news,US regulators have approved a $5 billion penalty to be levied on Facebook to settle a probe into the social network's pr...,$5 bn US fine set for Facebook on privacy probe: report US regulators have approved a $5 billion penalty to be levied on Facebook to settle a probe into the social network's pr...,negative,-0.992898941
AMW Capital Leasing and Finance BBB+(lka) rating confirmd: Fitch,7/13/2019,Markets,Fitch Ratings Lanka said that it has affirmed AMW Capital Leasing at BBB+(lka) with a stable outlook due to expected sup...,AMW Capital Leasing and Finance BBB+(lka) rating confirmd: Fitch Fitch Ratings Lanka said that it has affirmed AMW Capital Leasing at BBB+(lka) with a stable outlook due to expected sup...,positive,0.967812836
The Battle for the Sinhala Right-Wing voter,7/13/2019,Politics,As we enter into the election year and matters get serious we can see a battle being waged for the Sinhala Right-Wing vo...,The Battle for the Sinhala Right-Wing voter As we enter into the election year and matters get serious we can see a battle being waged for the Sinhala Right-Wing vo...,positive,0.990774333
Foreigners buy Sri Lanka rupee bonds before rate decision,7/13/2019,Bonds & Forex,Foreign investors bought around 2.7 billions rupees of rupee denominated bonds in the week to July 10 ahead of the monet...,Foreigners buy Sri Lanka rupee bonds before rate decision Foreign investors bought around 2.7 billions rupees of rupee denominated bonds in the week to July 10 ahead of the monet...,negative,-0.934402823
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals seen recovering further in July,7/13/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals which were hit by the Easter Sunday attack had recovered to 3,200 a day on average in the f...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals seen recovering further in July Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals which were hit by the Easter Sunday attack had recovered to 3,200 a day on average in the f...",negative,-0.976715982
"Bimputh Finance hit by micro-finance price controls, downgraded to 'BB-(lka): Fitch",7/13/2019,Banking,"Fitch Ratings Lanka said it had downgraded the rating of Bimputh Finance Plc, a non-micro-lender, to 'BB-(lka)' from 'BB...","Bimputh Finance hit by micro-finance price controls, downgraded to 'BB-(lka): Fitch Fitch Ratings Lanka said it had downgraded the rating of Bimputh Finance Plc, a non-micro-lender, to 'BB-(lka)' from 'BB...",negative,-0.999590456
Sri Lanka business chamber builds links with Myanmar,7/13/2019,Economy,The Sri Lanka-Greater Mekong Business Council of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce organized a delegation to Myanmar to exp...,Sri Lanka business chamber builds links with Myanmar The Sri Lanka-Greater Mekong Business Council of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce organized a delegation to Myanmar to exp...,positive,0.997615099
Sri Lanka seeks fresh trial over student massacre,7/13/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's state prosecutor is to seek a fresh trial over the notorious murder of five students during the country's Ta...,Sri Lanka seeks fresh trial over student massacre Sri Lanka's state prosecutor is to seek a fresh trial over the notorious murder of five students during the country's Ta...,negative,-0.988844812
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields up marginally",7/12/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 175.45/55 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on F...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields up marginally ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 175.45/55 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on F...",negative,-0.995909095
Sri Lanka denies de facto target rate was pushed up,7/12/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's central bank denied that a de facto target rate controlled through overnight repo auction was ...,Sri Lanka denies de facto target rate was pushed up ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's central bank denied that a de facto target rate controlled through overnight repo auction was ...,negative,-0.988743067
Sri Lanka industrial activity recovers in May,7/12/2019,Business,"ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka’s industrial activity recovered in May after slumping to a three-year low in April 2019, w...","Sri Lanka industrial activity recovers in May ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka’s industrial activity recovered in May after slumping to a three-year low in April 2019, w...",negative,-0.994519413
Dialog pushes Sri Lanka stocks to 0.16-pct gain,7/12/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.16 percent higher on Friday, pushed up by Dialog Axiata, provisional data showe...","Dialog pushes Sri Lanka stocks to 0.16-pct gain ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.16 percent higher on Friday, pushed up by Dialog Axiata, provisional data showe...",negative,-0.994288802
Sri Lanka's Blue Mountain property group probed: police,7/12/2019,Business,"Blue Mountain, a real estate and property group in Sri Lanka is under investigation after customers made complaints alle...","Sri Lanka's Blue Mountain property group probed: police Blue Mountain, a real estate and property group in Sri Lanka is under investigation after customers made complaints alle...",negative,-0.98451668
"Sri Lanka seeks to promote science, technology, help innovators find investors",7/12/2019,Business,"ECONOMYNEXT –Sri Lanka’s ministry of science, technology and research will hold an exhibition, “Shil...","Sri Lanka seeks to promote science, technology, help innovators find investors ECONOMYNEXT –Sri Lanka’s ministry of science, technology and research will hold an exhibition, “Shil...",positive,0.928307414
Muslim MPs want age of marriage to be 18,7/12/2019,Politics,Muslim Members of Parliament are asking that the minimum age of marriage for women of their community be made 18.,Muslim MPs want age of marriage to be 18 Muslim Members of Parliament are asking that the minimum age of marriage for women of their community be made 18.,negative,-0.964200079
Rajitha says big Pharma is at war with him,7/12/2019,Health,Health Minister  Dr. Rajitha Senaratne says the Multinational Pharmaceutical companies are fighting him because he has b...,Rajitha says big Pharma is at war with him Health Minister  Dr. Rajitha Senaratne says the Multinational Pharmaceutical companies are fighting him because he has b...,negative,-0.998114109
Travel and Leisure readers vote Sri Lanka best island in the world,7/12/2019,Business,"Readers of the Travel and Leisure magazine have ranked Sri Lanka as the best island in the world to visit in 2019, addin...","Travel and Leisure readers vote Sri Lanka best island in the world Readers of the Travel and Leisure magazine have ranked Sri Lanka as the best island in the world to visit in 2019, addin...",positive,0.999570906
Railway trade unions warn of another strike,7/12/2019,Uncategorized,The railway trade unions will be forced to carry out another train strike if the jobs of the current informal workers of...,Railway trade unions warn of another strike The railway trade unions will be forced to carry out another train strike if the jobs of the current informal workers of...,negative,-0.998466015
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks down amid volatility",7/12/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was stronger at 175.48/55 to the US dollar in the spot market mid-morning on Friday, while stocks fell...","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks down amid volatility Sri Lanka's rupee was stronger at 175.48/55 to the US dollar in the spot market mid-morning on Friday, while stocks fell...",negative,-0.992944777
Top Specialist says sterility test safe in Shafi case,7/12/2019,Health,"The country’s most senior Gynecologist and Obstetrician, Prof. Wilfred E Perera is questioning the right for the Direc...","Top Specialist says sterility test safe in Shafi case The country’s most senior Gynecologist and Obstetrician, Prof. Wilfred E Perera is questioning the right for the Direc...",positive,0.566111565
Foreigner arrested for Rs. 2mn financial fraud,7/12/2019,Uncategorized,A Bangladeshi national accused of financial fraud to the tune of Rs. 2 million was taken into police custody in Narammal...,Foreigner arrested for Rs. 2mn financial fraud A Bangladeshi national accused of financial fraud to the tune of Rs. 2 million was taken into police custody in Narammal...,negative,-0.989685833
Central bank wants lending rates in Sri Lanka to fall 200bp,7/12/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's banks should lower the average lending rate by 200 basis points to avoid ceilings on lending rates Central B...,Central bank wants lending rates in Sri Lanka to fall 200bp Sri Lanka's banks should lower the average lending rate by 200 basis points to avoid ceilings on lending rates Central B...,negative,-0.999026537
FR Petitions filed by those aggrieved by Easter Bombing to be heard,7/12/2019,Uncategorized,The Supreme Court has fixed July 25 and 26 to hear 12 Fundamental Rights petitions filed by several hundred citizens agg...,FR Petitions filed by those aggrieved by Easter Bombing to be heard The Supreme Court has fixed July 25 and 26 to hear 12 Fundamental Rights petitions filed by several hundred citizens agg...,negative,-0.989880443
"Disastrous handling of Sri Lanka's disaster management, probe reveals",7/12/2019,Environment,"ECONOMYNEXT – Since 2005, there have been more disasters in Sri Lanka than meetings of the National Council for D...","Disastrous handling of Sri Lanka's disaster management, probe reveals ECONOMYNEXT – Since 2005, there have been more disasters in Sri Lanka than meetings of the National Council for D...",negative,-0.995836854
France passes law taxing digital giants in defiance of US anger,7/12/2019,International news,"Paris, France | AFP | France's parliament on Thursday passed a law making it the first major economy to impose a tax on ...","France passes law taxing digital giants in defiance of US anger Paris, France | AFP | France's parliament on Thursday passed a law making it the first major economy to impose a tax on ...",positive,0.968253553
Tokyo stocks open higher on Fed optimism,7/12/2019,Markets,"Tokyo, Japan | AFP | Friday - Tokyo stocks opened higher on Friday, extending record-setting rallies on Wall Street over...","Tokyo stocks open higher on Fed optimism Tokyo, Japan | AFP | Friday - Tokyo stocks opened higher on Friday, extending record-setting rallies on Wall Street over...",positive,0.989546239
Sri Lanka Navy arrests un-flagged drug runner,7/12/2019,Logistics,"Sri Lanka's Navy said it had arrested a suspected foreign fishing vessel without a flag in the seas of Galle, with 60 ki...","Sri Lanka Navy arrests un-flagged drug runner Sri Lanka's Navy said it had arrested a suspected foreign fishing vessel without a flag in the seas of Galle, with 60 ki...",negative,-0.988734663
Private member's Bill opposing death penalty tabled in Parliament,7/12/2019,Politics,The private member's motion by Parliamentarian Bandulal Bandarigoda to abolish the death penalty was tabled in Parliamen...,Private member's Bill opposing death penalty tabled in Parliament The private member's motion by Parliamentarian Bandulal Bandarigoda to abolish the death penalty was tabled in Parliamen...,negative,-0.962780714
"Sri Lanka President in push for large scale money printing, fiscal dominance: report",7/12/2019,Economy,President Maithripala Sirisena has opposed changes to Sri Lanka's central bank law which aims to end wholesale money pri...,"Sri Lanka President in push for large scale money printing, fiscal dominance: report President Maithripala Sirisena has opposed changes to Sri Lanka's central bank law which aims to end wholesale money pri...",positive,0.694497108
Fishing vessel carrying 60kg of narcotics seized off Southern coast,7/12/2019,Uncategorized,The Navy seized an unidentified fishing vessel in the Southern seas yesterday (11 July) with 60 kilograms of narcotics o...,Fishing vessel carrying 60kg of narcotics seized off Southern coast The Navy seized an unidentified fishing vessel in the Southern seas yesterday (11 July) with 60 kilograms of narcotics o...,negative,-0.975745857
Travel + Leisure ranks Sri Lanka Best Island in the World,7/12/2019,Economy,Popular travel magazine Travel + Leisure has ranked Sri Lanka No. 1 in its list of 15 Best Islands in the World.,Travel + Leisure ranks Sri Lanka Best Island in the World Popular travel magazine Travel + Leisure has ranked Sri Lanka No. 1 in its list of 15 Best Islands in the World.,positive,0.999629736
"Despite problems, massive development work underway - Wajira",7/12/2019,Politics,"Despite problems, the country has seen ""massive development"" this year,  Minister of Internal and Home Affairs Wajira Ab...","Despite problems, massive development work underway - Wajira Despite problems, the country has seen ""massive development"" this year,  Minister of Internal and Home Affairs Wajira Ab...",positive,0.998417616
858 women migrant workers back in the island,7/12/2019,Economy,The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) has by yesterday (11 July) brought in 858 expatriate women workers wh...,858 women migrant workers back in the island The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) has by yesterday (11 July) brought in 858 expatriate women workers wh...,negative,-0.868846893
Sri Lanka's growth downgraded to 3-pct for 2019,7/11/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's growth forecast for 2019 has been downgraded to 3.0 percent from an earlier 4.0 percent, though a recovery i...","Sri Lanka's growth downgraded to 3-pct for 2019 Sri Lanka's growth forecast for 2019 has been downgraded to 3.0 percent from an earlier 4.0 percent, though a recovery i...",negative,-0.997118592
Sri Lanka court remands Muslim doctor after monks protest,7/11/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka’s Defence Secretary revoked a three-month detention order against a Muslim doctor incarcerated on a fal...,Sri Lanka court remands Muslim doctor after monks protest Sri Lanka’s Defence Secretary revoked a three-month detention order against a Muslim doctor incarcerated on a fal...,negative,-0.986667454
Sri Lanka banks considering relief for Rs101bn in tourism debt,7/11/2019,Business,Sri Lanka banks will suspend interest on 101 billion rupees in hotel borrowings for one year to help the tourism industr...,Sri Lanka banks considering relief for Rs101bn in tourism debt Sri Lanka banks will suspend interest on 101 billion rupees in hotel borrowings for one year to help the tourism industr...,negative,-0.997664213
Sri Lanka central bank may cut floor rate in August,7/11/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank which is propping up overnight rates a little above the 7.5 percent floor policy corridor with ...,Sri Lanka central bank may cut floor rate in August Sri Lanka's central bank which is propping up overnight rates a little above the 7.5 percent floor policy corridor with ...,negative,-0.992947698
No confidence motion against Sri Lanka government fails,7/11/2019,Political News,A no-confidence motion presented in parliament by Sri Lanka's opposition Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna was defeated with a m...,No confidence motion against Sri Lanka government fails A no-confidence motion presented in parliament by Sri Lanka's opposition Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna was defeated with a m...,negative,-0.999617338
Sri Lanka eying 10-year Samurai bond sale in 2019,7/11/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is eying a 10-year Samurai bond to raise funds for debt management, after parliament gave the go ahead to rais...","Sri Lanka eying 10-year Samurai bond sale in 2019 Sri Lanka is eying a 10-year Samurai bond to raise funds for debt management, after parliament gave the go ahead to rais...",negative,-0.972988844
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields ease",7/11/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed firmer at 175.35/45 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday, while bond yields fell...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields ease Sri Lanka's rupee closed firmer at 175.35/45 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday, while bond yields fell...",negative,-0.997243166
Sri Lanka forex reserves grow to US$8.9bn in June,7/11/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's forex reserves grew to 8.9 billion US dollars in June 2019 from 6.7 billion US dollars, in May a central ban...","Sri Lanka forex reserves grow to US$8.9bn in June Sri Lanka's forex reserves grew to 8.9 billion US dollars in June 2019 from 6.7 billion US dollars, in May a central ban...",negative,-0.988204837
Sri Lanka floor policy rate unchanged at 7.50-pct in July,7/11/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is holding policy rates at curent levels in a bid to maintain inflation, the central bank said.","Sri Lanka floor policy rate unchanged at 7.50-pct in July Sri Lanka is holding policy rates at curent levels in a bid to maintain inflation, the central bank said.",negative,-0.993696988
Sri Lanka stocks recover Easter Sunday losses,7/11/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.71 percent higher on Thursday, returning to levels seen before the Easter Sunday terror attack...","Sri Lanka stocks recover Easter Sunday losses Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.71 percent higher on Thursday, returning to levels seen before the Easter Sunday terror attack...",negative,-0.993321598
Sri Lanka backlash over misogyny of Gota’s key backers,7/11/2019,Legal,Professionals affiliated to former defence secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa were described as “misogynists” aft...,Sri Lanka backlash over misogyny of Gota’s key backers Professionals affiliated to former defence secretary Gotabhaya Rajapaksa were described as “misogynists” aft...,negative,-0.997629106
Government survives No-Confidence Motion,7/11/2019,Politics,The Motion of No Confidence (NCM) brought against the government of Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe was comfortably ...,Government survives No-Confidence Motion The Motion of No Confidence (NCM) brought against the government of Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe was comfortably ...,positive,0.98090601
"Sri Lanka's RIL Property mulls buying more real estate, strategic alliances",7/11/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lankan commercial real estate developer RIL Property is considering buying property and striking strate...,"Sri Lanka's RIL Property mulls buying more real estate, strategic alliances ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lankan commercial real estate developer RIL Property is considering buying property and striking strate...",positive,0.965334833
"Dr Shafi's detention order lifted, but remanded - Lawyer",7/11/2019,Uncategorized,The Detention Order under which the Kurunegala doctor accused of making thousands of women infertile has been lifted his...,"Dr Shafi's detention order lifted, but remanded - Lawyer The Detention Order under which the Kurunegala doctor accused of making thousands of women infertile has been lifted his...",negative,-0.972654581
Sri Lanka stocks gain ahead of monetary policy announcement,7/11/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened flat at 175.55/65 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday, while stocks gained and ...","Sri Lanka stocks gain ahead of monetary policy announcement Sri Lanka's rupee opened flat at 175.55/65 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday, while stocks gained and ...",negative,-0.992999911
Sri Lanka’s economy to bottom out in 2019: HSBC,7/11/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka’s economic slowdown which was caused by drought, floods, political uncertainty and the Easter Sunday te...","Sri Lanka’s economy to bottom out in 2019: HSBC Sri Lanka’s economic slowdown which was caused by drought, floods, political uncertainty and the Easter Sunday te...",negative,-0.99915719
Project underway to assist small-scale rice mill owners,7/11/2019,Economy,A project is underway to sell paddy stocks purchased by Government Agents to small-scale rice mill owners to strengthen ...,Project underway to assist small-scale rice mill owners A project is underway to sell paddy stocks purchased by Government Agents to small-scale rice mill owners to strengthen ...,negative,-0.558208585
Mixed generation plan to meet power shortage soon - Ravi,7/11/2019,Uncategorized,A mixed generation plan that uses both thermal and renewable energy will be implemented to meet the growing electricity ...,Mixed generation plan to meet power shortage soon - Ravi A mixed generation plan that uses both thermal and renewable energy will be implemented to meet the growing electricity ...,positive,0.990572989
Sri Lanka's key monsoon suppressed so far in 2019,7/11/2019,Environment,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's South West monsoon has been suppressed so far in 2019 amid a mild El Niño effect related to...,Sri Lanka's key monsoon suppressed so far in 2019 ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's South West monsoon has been suppressed so far in 2019 amid a mild El Niño effect related to...,negative,-0.989355743
President wants  Moragahakanda speeded up to meet dry zone needs,7/11/2019,Uncategorized,Wanting to bring relief to drought-affected Dry Zone farmers  President Maithripala Sirisena is calling for accelerating...,President wants  Moragahakanda speeded up to meet dry zone needs Wanting to bring relief to drought-affected Dry Zone farmers  President Maithripala Sirisena is calling for accelerating...,negative,-0.927330256
Door open to US rate cut as Fed's Powell flags economic uncertainties,7/11/2019,International news,"Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Wednesday left the door open to an interest rate cut this month, pointing to unce...","Door open to US rate cut as Fed's Powell flags economic uncertainties Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Wednesday left the door open to an interest rate cut this month, pointing to unce...",negative,-0.995096028
Provincial-level programme to rehabilitate drug-addicted children,7/11/2019,Health,A provincial-level programme to rehabilitate children under 18 years of age who are addicted to dangerous drugs will be ...,Provincial-level programme to rehabilitate drug-addicted children A provincial-level programme to rehabilitate children under 18 years of age who are addicted to dangerous drugs will be ...,negative,-0.96538049
Sri Lanka negotiating new military deal with the US: PM,7/11/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka is negotiating a fresh military cooperation deal with the United States, its Prime Minister announced in parli...","Sri Lanka negotiating new military deal with the US: PM Sri Lanka is negotiating a fresh military cooperation deal with the United States, its Prime Minister announced in parli...",positive,0.981080472
Pohottuwa candidate will bring discipline and security to nation - Former President,7/11/2019,Politics,The Sri Lanka Podujana Party (SLPP) will present a presidential candidate who can build a disciplined nation and ensure ...,Pohottuwa candidate will bring discipline and security to nation - Former President The Sri Lanka Podujana Party (SLPP) will present a presidential candidate who can build a disciplined nation and ensure ...,positive,0.999557793
Sri Lanka schools not teaching children actual history: Minister,7/11/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's schools are not teaching correct history, a government minister said giving credence a growing awareness tha...","Sri Lanka schools not teaching children actual history: Minister Sri Lanka's schools are not teaching correct history, a government minister said giving credence a growing awareness tha...",negative,-0.998469412
Over 8 million employed in 1Q of 2019,7/11/2019,Uncategorized,"During the first quarter of 2019, the total number of employed persons in Sri Lanka is estimated at about 8.2 million. O...","Over 8 million employed in 1Q of 2019 During the first quarter of 2019, the total number of employed persons in Sri Lanka is estimated at about 8.2 million. O...",positive,0.838060379
Government MPs asked to rush to Parliament,7/11/2019,Uncategorized,All United National Front Members of Parliament are rushing to the House after the party leadership said they should be ...,Government MPs asked to rush to Parliament All United National Front Members of Parliament are rushing to the House after the party leadership said they should be ...,negative,-0.993744433
EU Counter-Terrorism Coordinator to visit Sri Lanka,7/11/2019,Uncategorized,Counter-terrorism Coordinator of the European Union (EU) Gilles de Kerchove will be in Sri Lanka and the Maldives betwee...,EU Counter-Terrorism Coordinator to visit Sri Lanka Counter-terrorism Coordinator of the European Union (EU) Gilles de Kerchove will be in Sri Lanka and the Maldives betwee...,negative,-0.686392725
New Land Bill gathers controversy,7/11/2019,Politics,The new Land Bill is gathering controversy before it has reached the floor of Parliament with the SLFP alleging that the...,New Land Bill gathers controversy The new Land Bill is gathering controversy before it has reached the floor of Parliament with the SLFP alleging that the...,negative,-0.990014434
Sri Lanka petrol price cut to Rs136 a litre,7/10/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's government will cut fuel prices from midnight Wednesday with the price of  litre of 92 Octane ...,Sri Lanka petrol price cut to Rs136 a litre ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's government will cut fuel prices from midnight Wednesday with the price of  litre of 92 Octane ...,negative,-0.987786293
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields down",7/10/2019,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's rupee closed firmer at 175.55/65 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Wednesday, while b...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields down ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's rupee closed firmer at 175.55/65 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Wednesday, while b...",negative,-0.997633576
"Political solution will help Sri Lanka draw investments, Tamil leader says",7/10/2019,Political News,"ECONOMYNEXT – A political solution to the ethnic problem, which had led to a 30-year war, will help Sri Lanka att...","Political solution will help Sri Lanka draw investments, Tamil leader says ECONOMYNEXT – A political solution to the ethnic problem, which had led to a 30-year war, will help Sri Lanka att...",positive,0.993246794
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.13-pct higher amid retail buying,7/10/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.13 percent higher on Wednesday, pushed up by Carson Cumberbatch, Bukit Darah and Softlogic Lif...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.13-pct higher amid retail buying Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.13 percent higher on Wednesday, pushed up by Carson Cumberbatch, Bukit Darah and Softlogic Lif...",negative,-0.991816342
Sri Lanka minister calls out anti-Muslim teacher who destroyed student's property,7/10/2019,Economy,A minister in Sri Lanka called out a nationalist teacher who has destroyed a child's property in a bid to enforce a boyc...,Sri Lanka minister calls out anti-Muslim teacher who destroyed student's property A minister in Sri Lanka called out a nationalist teacher who has destroyed a child's property in a bid to enforce a boyc...,negative,-0.995022774
Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill yields fall across maturities,7/10/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's Treasury bills yields fell across maturities for the second week at Wednesday’s auction, the debt off...","Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill yields fall across maturities Sri Lanka's Treasury bills yields fell across maturities for the second week at Wednesday’s auction, the debt off...",negative,-0.998183906
Ranil wanted anti-Muslim riots to bring US military to Sri Lanka: Vasudeva,7/10/2019,Political News,"Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe wanted anti-Muslim riots to create 10,000 refugees and bring the US military and Uni...","Ranil wanted anti-Muslim riots to bring US military to Sri Lanka: Vasudeva Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe wanted anti-Muslim riots to create 10,000 refugees and bring the US military and Uni...",negative,-0.880764484
"Sri Lanka’s MAS Holdings, Hellmann Worldwide expand logistics joint venture",7/10/2019,Ground,Sri Lankan apparel exporter MAS Holdings and Hellmann Worldwide Logistics are expanding their joint venture for logistic...,"Sri Lanka’s MAS Holdings, Hellmann Worldwide expand logistics joint venture Sri Lankan apparel exporter MAS Holdings and Hellmann Worldwide Logistics are expanding their joint venture for logistic...",positive,0.995401144
EU counter-terrorism expert to visit Sri Lanka,7/10/2019,Defence,"The European Union's (EU) Counter-Terrorism Coordinator Gilles de Kerchove, will visit Sri Lanka and the Maldives from J...","EU counter-terrorism expert to visit Sri Lanka The European Union's (EU) Counter-Terrorism Coordinator Gilles de Kerchove, will visit Sri Lanka and the Maldives from J...",positive,0.98970288
"US will support Sri Lanka in counter-terrorism, maritime and border security- Trump",7/10/2019,Uncategorized,US President Donald Trump has said that the United States will work with Sri Lanka in the aftermath of the terrorist att...,"US will support Sri Lanka in counter-terrorism, maritime and border security- Trump US President Donald Trump has said that the United States will work with Sri Lanka in the aftermath of the terrorist att...",positive,0.994621634
PSC orders Taj guest list on Easter Sunday upon Dayasiri's request,7/10/2019,Uncategorized,The Parliamentary Select Committee (PSC) probing the Easter Sunday attack is expected to order the Taj Samudra Hotel in ...,PSC orders Taj guest list on Easter Sunday upon Dayasiri's request The Parliamentary Select Committee (PSC) probing the Easter Sunday attack is expected to order the Taj Samudra Hotel in ...,negative,-0.992437184
No-Confidence Motion against government on Thursday,7/10/2019,Politics,Parliament is due to vote on a Motion of No Confidence (NCM) against the government of Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesing...,No-Confidence Motion against government on Thursday Parliament is due to vote on a Motion of No Confidence (NCM) against the government of Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesing...,negative,-0.973895073
Sri Lanka plans to relaunch free tourist visa in August: report,7/10/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka is mulling re-launching a free visa for 39 countries which was halted due to the Easter Sunday terror attacks,...","Sri Lanka plans to relaunch free tourist visa in August: report Sri Lanka is mulling re-launching a free visa for 39 countries which was halted due to the Easter Sunday terror attacks,...",negative,-0.998423934
"US, China negotiators resume trade war talks",7/10/2019,International news,Top US and Chinese negotiators held phone talks on Tuesday as the world's top two economies seek to resolve their trade ...,"US, China negotiators resume trade war talks Top US and Chinese negotiators held phone talks on Tuesday as the world's top two economies seek to resolve their trade ...",negative,-0.972117066
"Sri Lanka’s rupee opens firmer, bond yields ease",7/10/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened firmer at 175.40/60 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Wednesday, while bond yields mar...","Sri Lanka’s rupee opens firmer, bond yields ease Sri Lanka's rupee opened firmer at 175.40/60 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Wednesday, while bond yields mar...",negative,-0.661430776
Sri Lanka parliament committee slams abuse of discretionary budgeting,7/10/2019,Economy,A Sri Lankan parliament committee has highlighted what it called “misuse of discretionary budgeting” by the ...,Sri Lanka parliament committee slams abuse of discretionary budgeting A Sri Lankan parliament committee has highlighted what it called “misuse of discretionary budgeting” by the ...,negative,-0.991099417
Existing SOFA agreement signed in 1995 - Ranil,7/10/2019,Politics,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe informed Parliament today July 10 that an agreement called the 'SOFA' (Status of For...,Existing SOFA agreement signed in 1995 - Ranil Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe informed Parliament today July 10 that an agreement called the 'SOFA' (Status of For...,negative,-0.673098981
Court decision on Pujith & Hemasiri historic; proves judicial independence – Hirunika,7/10/2019,Politics,Those responsible for the Easter Sunday attacks cannot wash their hands by laying the blame on IGP Pujith Jayasundara an...,Court decision on Pujith & Hemasiri historic; proves judicial independence – Hirunika Those responsible for the Easter Sunday attacks cannot wash their hands by laying the blame on IGP Pujith Jayasundara an...,positive,0.92351222
"Trinco Five case: HRW, AI call for court with international participation",7/10/2019,Uncategorized,Issuing a joint statement on last week’s acquittal of all 13 defendants of the so called Trinco Five case citing a lac...,"Trinco Five case: HRW, AI call for court with international participation Issuing a joint statement on last week’s acquittal of all 13 defendants of the so called Trinco Five case citing a lac...",negative,-0.986302674
"Sri Lanka business chamber to discuss president, PM power balance",7/10/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber of Commerce said it would hold a forum to discuss the powers of the President, under a 19th a...","Sri Lanka business chamber to discuss president, PM power balance Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber of Commerce said it would hold a forum to discuss the powers of the President, under a 19th a...",positive,0.985699475
"Dollar gains, stocks mostly fall ahead of key Powell testimony",7/10/2019,International news,"Global stocks mostly fell Tuesday ahead of key congressional testimony by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, while the...","Dollar gains, stocks mostly fall ahead of key Powell testimony Global stocks mostly fell Tuesday ahead of key congressional testimony by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, while the...",negative,-0.995429754
Sri Lanka court rejects Easter bomb murder charge against officials,7/10/2019,Legal,A Sri Lankan court Tuesday rejected prosecution demands that the country's police chief and a top defence official face ...,Sri Lanka court rejects Easter bomb murder charge against officials A Sri Lankan court Tuesday rejected prosecution demands that the country's police chief and a top defence official face ...,negative,-0.988625526
Govt has not signed SOFA; has not compromised sovereignty - Ruwan,7/10/2019,Politics,The Government has not signed any agreement titled Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) and has done not done anything to c...,Govt has not signed SOFA; has not compromised sovereignty - Ruwan The Government has not signed any agreement titled Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) and has done not done anything to c...,negative,-0.95483017
Thalatha denies approving American Bar Association presence in SL,7/10/2019,Politics,Minister of Justice & Prison Reforms Thalatha Atukorale today (10 July) denied reports that she had approved the establi...,Thalatha denies approving American Bar Association presence in SL Minister of Justice & Prison Reforms Thalatha Atukorale today (10 July) denied reports that she had approved the establi...,negative,-0.995820522
Sri Lanka's overnight target rate down 84-bp since floor rate cut,7/10/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank is propping up the overnight rates about 20 basis points above its floor policy rate which was ...,Sri Lanka's overnight target rate down 84-bp since floor rate cut Sri Lanka's central bank is propping up the overnight rates about 20 basis points above its floor policy rate which was ...,negative,-0.995939612
Green Society Act to be presented in P'ment - Mangala,7/10/2019,Uncategorized,A ‘Green Society Act’ will be presented in Parliament to facilitate a bipartisan approach to protecting the environm...,Green Society Act to be presented in P'ment - Mangala A ‘Green Society Act’ will be presented in Parliament to facilitate a bipartisan approach to protecting the environm...,positive,0.994705975
AG directs CID to name intel officer Lalith Rajapaksa a suspect in Keith Noyahr case,7/10/2019,Uncategorized,Attorney General Dappula De Livera has directed the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to name Army Intelligence of...,AG directs CID to name intel officer Lalith Rajapaksa a suspect in Keith Noyahr case Attorney General Dappula De Livera has directed the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to name Army Intelligence of...,negative,-0.948326528
JO trying to win over minorities by making them feel unsafe - Marikkar,7/10/2019,Politics,The United National Party (UNP) yesterday accused sections of the main Opposition of harassing minorities to make them f...,JO trying to win over minorities by making them feel unsafe - Marikkar The United National Party (UNP) yesterday accused sections of the main Opposition of harassing minorities to make them f...,negative,-0.996169031
Close associate of Zahran handed over to TID,7/10/2019,Uncategorized,"Shahul Hameed Hizbullah, a close associate of Easter attack mastermind Zahran Hasheem, who was arrested on 15 June was h...","Close associate of Zahran handed over to TID Shahul Hameed Hizbullah, a close associate of Easter attack mastermind Zahran Hasheem, who was arrested on 15 June was h...",negative,-0.973968863
Three busted while stealing iron from H'tota Port,7/10/2019,Uncategorized,Police together with the Navy on Monday (8 July) nabbed three suspects who were illegally transporting iron from the Ham...,Three busted while stealing iron from H'tota Port Police together with the Navy on Monday (8 July) nabbed three suspects who were illegally transporting iron from the Ham...,negative,-0.994537413
Showers expected across the island,7/10/2019,Weather and Climate,"Atmospheric conditions are favourable for showers or thundershowers in many parts of the island, the Department of Meteo...","Showers expected across the island Atmospheric conditions are favourable for showers or thundershowers in many parts of the island, the Department of Meteo...",positive,0.994121373
"Sri Lanka's rupee ends firmer, bond yields steady",7/9/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed firmer at 175.65/75 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Tuesday, while bond yields remai...","Sri Lanka's rupee ends firmer, bond yields steady Sri Lanka's rupee closed firmer at 175.65/75 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Tuesday, while bond yields remai...",positive,0.983444989
Sri Lanka stocks ends 0.18-pct higher,7/9/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.18 percent higher on Tuesday from buying interest in Melstacorp PLC, DFCC Bank PLC and Distille...","Sri Lanka stocks ends 0.18-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks close 0.18 percent higher on Tuesday from buying interest in Melstacorp PLC, DFCC Bank PLC and Distille...",negative,-0.9924137
Bangladesh first team to tour Sri Lanka since attacks,7/9/2019,Culture,Bangladesh will later this month become the first team to tour Sri Lanka since the deadly Easter attacks in which 258 pe...,Bangladesh first team to tour Sri Lanka since attacks Bangladesh will later this month become the first team to tour Sri Lanka since the deadly Easter attacks in which 258 pe...,positive,0.995788276
"Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas March losses widen from finance costs, forex losses",7/9/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas Plc, which has interests in cooking gas, said net losses widened 379 percent to 473.4 million rup...","Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas March losses widen from finance costs, forex losses Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas Plc, which has interests in cooking gas, said net losses widened 379 percent to 473.4 million rup...",negative,-0.996590734
Sri Lanka eliminates measels – WHO,7/9/2019,Health,"Sri Lanka has eliminated measles, interrupting transmission of the indigenous virus that causes the killer childhood dis...","Sri Lanka eliminates measels – WHO Sri Lanka has eliminated measles, interrupting transmission of the indigenous virus that causes the killer childhood dis...",negative,-0.99239105
Professional advisory board on national security raises questions on constitutional principles - Exp...,7/9/2019,Politics,A senior constitutional expert has expressed concern over President Maithripala Sirisena’s appointment of a profession...,Professional advisory board on national security raises questions on constitutional principles - Exp... A senior constitutional expert has expressed concern over President Maithripala Sirisena’s appointment of a profession...,positive,0.991510808
Sri Lanka's CEB getting fuel; power cuts stopped for now: report,7/9/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board has stopped power cuts after Ceylon Petroleum Corporation resumed fuel su...,Sri Lanka's CEB getting fuel; power cuts stopped for now: report Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board has stopped power cuts after Ceylon Petroleum Corporation resumed fuel su...,negative,-0.996823311
President off to UK; Ruwan appointed acting Defence Minister,7/9/2019,Politics,"President Maithripala Sirisena took flight to London this afternoon on a private visit, and State Minister Ruwan Wijewar...","President off to UK; Ruwan appointed acting Defence Minister President Maithripala Sirisena took flight to London this afternoon on a private visit, and State Minister Ruwan Wijewar...",positive,0.994038701
AG to file revision application against Pujith's & Hemasiri's bail,7/9/2019,Politics,Attorney General Dappula De Livera will file a revision application before the High Court against the Colombo Chief Magi...,AG to file revision application against Pujith's & Hemasiri's bail Attorney General Dappula De Livera will file a revision application before the High Court against the Colombo Chief Magi...,negative,-0.992936075
Japan firm to build US$8.4mn boutique hotel in Sri Lanka's Ahungalla,7/9/2019,Business,"Wakana (Pvt) Ltd, promoted by a Japan based investment group, will build an 8.4 million US dollar boutique hotel in Ahun...","Japan firm to build US$8.4mn boutique hotel in Sri Lanka's Ahungalla Wakana (Pvt) Ltd, promoted by a Japan based investment group, will build an 8.4 million US dollar boutique hotel in Ahun...",positive,0.993779957
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields stable",7/9/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 176.05/10 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Tuesday, while bond yields stead...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, gilt yields stable Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 176.05/10 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Tuesday, while bond yields stead...",negative,-0.928701639
Ethnically mixed schools good for social reform but unrealistic - Marikkar,7/9/2019,Education,Despite post-Easter conversations about introducing government schools that are not divided along lines of religion or e...,Ethnically mixed schools good for social reform but unrealistic - Marikkar Despite post-Easter conversations about introducing government schools that are not divided along lines of religion or e...,negative,-0.973251343
President appoints professional advisory board on national security,7/9/2019,Uncategorized,"President Maithripala Sirisena has appointed a ""professional advisory board"" on national security to be chaired by Parli...","President appoints professional advisory board on national security President Maithripala Sirisena has appointed a ""professional advisory board"" on national security to be chaired by Parli...",positive,0.970417619
Sri Lanka Prime Minister wows to battle anti-freeholders,7/9/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka' Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said he would battle in court anti-freeholders to give title to farmers a...,Sri Lanka Prime Minister wows to battle anti-freeholders Sri Lanka' Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said he would battle in court anti-freeholders to give title to farmers a...,positive,0.974126339
MCC CEO keen on pushing controversial compact,7/9/2019,Economy,Newly sworn-in Chief Executive Officer of the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Sean Cairncross says the agency is ...,MCC CEO keen on pushing controversial compact Newly sworn-in Chief Executive Officer of the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Sean Cairncross says the agency is ...,positive,0.55261445
"Stock markets ease on shifting Fed expectations, dodgy growth outlook",7/9/2019,International news,World stock markets were mostly lower Monday amid worries about slowing global growth and diminishing hopes for an aggre...,"Stock markets ease on shifting Fed expectations, dodgy growth outlook World stock markets were mostly lower Monday amid worries about slowing global growth and diminishing hopes for an aggre...",negative,-0.998813033
Pujith and Hemasiri released on bail,7/9/2019,Politics,The Colombo Chief Magistrate today released Inspector General of Police (IGP) Pujith Jayasundara and former Defence Mini...,Pujith and Hemasiri released on bail The Colombo Chief Magistrate today released Inspector General of Police (IGP) Pujith Jayasundara and former Defence Mini...,negative,-0.718419313
Sri Lanka recyclers facing waste plastic shortages: Minister,7/9/2019,Environment,Companies that were set up to recycle plastic in Sri Lanka now facing shortages of waste to run their factories to capac...,Sri Lanka recyclers facing waste plastic shortages: Minister Companies that were set up to recycle plastic in Sri Lanka now facing shortages of waste to run their factories to capac...,negative,-0.998551905
Power cuts temporarily on hold as CPC resumes fuel supply to CEB,7/9/2019,Uncategorized,There will be no interruptions to the power supply for the time being as the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has temp...,Power cuts temporarily on hold as CPC resumes fuel supply to CEB There will be no interruptions to the power supply for the time being as the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has temp...,negative,-0.939909101
Separate Intelligence Unit for prisons,7/9/2019,Uncategorized,Cabinet has approved a proposal to establish a separateIntelligence Unit in prisons with a legal framework that would un...,Separate Intelligence Unit for prisons Cabinet has approved a proposal to establish a separateIntelligence Unit in prisons with a legal framework that would un...,negative,-0.943303049
"Sri Lanka’s rupee ends firmer, bond yields ease",7/8/2019,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 176.00/10 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Monday, while bo...","Sri Lanka’s rupee ends firmer, bond yields ease ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 176.00/10 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Monday, while bo...",negative,-0.971202016
Sri Lanka to cut costs for airlines to revive tourism,7/8/2019,Aviation,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka will reduce aviation fuel prices, ground handling charges and embarkation levy to lure back airl...","Sri Lanka to cut costs for airlines to revive tourism ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka will reduce aviation fuel prices, ground handling charges and embarkation levy to lure back airl...",negative,-0.991657376
Sri Lanka to sell aviation fuel at Chennai prices to boost tourism,7/8/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation will be asked to sell aviation fuel at prices equal to prices in a bi...,Sri Lanka to sell aviation fuel at Chennai prices to boost tourism Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation will be asked to sell aviation fuel at prices equal to prices in a bi...,negative,-0.988953114
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.20-pct lower,7/8/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka stocks close 0.20 percent lower on Monday.,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.20-pct lower ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka stocks close 0.20 percent lower on Monday.,negative,-0.999079704
"Sri Lanka's United Motors eyes commercial, earth moving vehicles as car sales fall",7/8/2019,Ground,"ECONOMYNEXT - United Motors Lanka, agents in Sri Lanka for Mitsubishi automobiles, has said it diversifying into commerc...","Sri Lanka's United Motors eyes commercial, earth moving vehicles as car sales fall ECONOMYNEXT - United Motors Lanka, agents in Sri Lanka for Mitsubishi automobiles, has said it diversifying into commerc...",positive,0.985056698
"Amazon Web Services to help train 50,000 Sri Lankans in AI, cloud computing",7/8/2019,ICT,"ECONOMYNEXT – AWS Educate, a unit of Amazon Web Services (AWS), will help train 50,0000 Sri Lankan students in cl...","Amazon Web Services to help train 50,000 Sri Lankans in AI, cloud computing ECONOMYNEXT – AWS Educate, a unit of Amazon Web Services (AWS), will help train 50,0000 Sri Lankan students in cl...",positive,0.99056375
Asian markets hit as US jobs data dent hopes for big rate cut,7/8/2019,International news,Asian markets retreated Monday and the dollar held gains after a blockbuster US jobs report dashed hopes that the Federa...,Asian markets hit as US jobs data dent hopes for big rate cut Asian markets retreated Monday and the dollar held gains after a blockbuster US jobs report dashed hopes that the Federa...,negative,-0.998119533
COPA recognises 109 high performing state institutes,7/8/2019,Economy,The Parliamentary Committee on Public Accounts (COPA) has highlighted 109 state institutions that have shown high perfor...,COPA recognises 109 high performing state institutes The Parliamentary Committee on Public Accounts (COPA) has highlighted 109 state institutions that have shown high perfor...,positive,0.996026754
"Sri Lanka invaded by plastics, grow trees with feeling: Mangala",7/8/2019,Environment,"Sri Lanka is being invaded by plastics, while forest cover is disappearing, requiring action to improve the environment,...","Sri Lanka invaded by plastics, grow trees with feeling: Mangala Sri Lanka is being invaded by plastics, while forest cover is disappearing, requiring action to improve the environment,...",negative,-0.981904566
UNP presidential candidate will hold internationally accepted degree - Hesha,7/8/2019,Politics,The presidential candidate of the United National Party (UNP) will be an educated person who can be trusted to run the c...,UNP presidential candidate will hold internationally accepted degree - Hesha The presidential candidate of the United National Party (UNP) will be an educated person who can be trusted to run the c...,positive,0.997762084
Suicides due to economic reasons go up in Sri Lanka,7/8/2019,Health,"ECONOMYNEXT - Though family disputes, failed love affairs and suffering from chronic disorders are seen as the main reas...","Suicides due to economic reasons go up in Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT - Though family disputes, failed love affairs and suffering from chronic disorders are seen as the main reas...",negative,-0.995810509
Performance anxiety: Singapore schoolkids struggle with stress,7/8/2019,International news,"Singapore, Singapore | AFP | Schoolchildren are paying a heavy price for Singapore's success in global education ranking...","Performance anxiety: Singapore schoolkids struggle with stress Singapore, Singapore | AFP | Schoolchildren are paying a heavy price for Singapore's success in global education ranking...",negative,-0.940913916
JO criticism of SL-US agreements just like its stance on 1990 ambulance - UNP,7/8/2019,Politics,"The United National Party today challenged Opposition criticism of the controvesrial Sri Lanka-US agreements, charging t...","JO criticism of SL-US agreements just like its stance on 1990 ambulance - UNP The United National Party today challenged Opposition criticism of the controvesrial Sri Lanka-US agreements, charging t...",negative,-0.986223161
Sri Lanka parliament faults finance ministry on wrong foreign debt interest costs,7/8/2019,Economy,A Sri Lankan parliament committee has accused the government’s finance ministry of seriously underestimating and ...,Sri Lanka parliament faults finance ministry on wrong foreign debt interest costs A Sri Lankan parliament committee has accused the government’s finance ministry of seriously underestimating and ...,negative,-0.995432377
Foreign investors sell some bonds ahead of rate decision,7/8/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Foreign investors have sold about 3 billion rupees of rupee denominated bonds in the week to July 03, central bank data ...","Foreign investors sell some bonds ahead of rate decision Foreign investors have sold about 3 billion rupees of rupee denominated bonds in the week to July 03, central bank data ...",negative,-0.984088421
Man consumes acid after throwing it at woman and two children,7/8/2019,Politics,A woman and two children were victims of an acid attack yesterday (7 July) afternoon in the Godapola area in Kegalle. Th...,Man consumes acid after throwing it at woman and two children A woman and two children were victims of an acid attack yesterday (7 July) afternoon in the Godapola area in Kegalle. Th...,negative,-0.979363203
No SOFA proposed to Cabinet; MCC will need Oversight Committee review - PM's Office,7/8/2019,Uncategorized,The Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) to be signed between Sri Lanka and the United States has yet to be proposed to the...,No SOFA proposed to Cabinet; MCC will need Oversight Committee review - PM's Office The Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) to be signed between Sri Lanka and the United States has yet to be proposed to the...,negative,-0.995405912
Suicides due to economic reasons go up in Sri Lanka,7/8/2019,Economy,"Though family disputes, failed love affairs and suffering from chronic disorders are seen as the main reasons, suicides ...","Suicides due to economic reasons go up in Sri Lanka Though family disputes, failed love affairs and suffering from chronic disorders are seen as the main reasons, suicides ...",negative,-0.998469412
Five nabbed for illegal excavations near Sigiriya,7/8/2019,Uncategorized,Five persons who allegedly carried out illegal excavations at an archaeological site in Siyambalangotuwa Yaya near Sigir...,Five nabbed for illegal excavations near Sigiriya Five persons who allegedly carried out illegal excavations at an archaeological site in Siyambalangotuwa Yaya near Sigir...,negative,-0.99585551
BBS wants Sinhala government guided by Monks,7/7/2019,Politics,"The Sinhala Right-Wing Bodu Bala Sena held a public rally in Kandy on Sunday, July 7, calling for a Sinhala government t...","BBS wants Sinhala government guided by Monks The Sinhala Right-Wing Bodu Bala Sena held a public rally in Kandy on Sunday, July 7, calling for a Sinhala government t...",negative,-0.980223775
African leaders set to sign landmark trade deal at AU Summit,7/7/2019,International news,"African leaders will meet Sunday in Niger for the African Union (AU) summit, to sign a landmark free trade agreement, an...","African leaders set to sign landmark trade deal at AU Summit African leaders will meet Sunday in Niger for the African Union (AU) summit, to sign a landmark free trade agreement, an...",positive,0.997654617
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board loses Rs23.1bn up to April,7/7/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board has lost 23.1 billion rupees in the four month ending April 2019 from 17.5 billion ...,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board loses Rs23.1bn up to April Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board has lost 23.1 billion rupees in the four month ending April 2019 from 17.5 billion ...,negative,-0.999580324
"Sri Lanka narcotics offenses up in 2018, other grave crimes down",7/7/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka's reported narcotics offenses were up in 2018, but many other grave crimes continued a downward trend seen in ...","Sri Lanka narcotics offenses up in 2018, other grave crimes down Sri Lanka's reported narcotics offenses were up in 2018, but many other grave crimes continued a downward trend seen in ...",negative,-0.996017516
Sri Lanka president vetoes military deal with the US,7/7/2019,Political News,Maithripala Sirisena said he was opposed to the draft Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) that the two countries are negot...,Sri Lanka president vetoes military deal with the US Maithripala Sirisena said he was opposed to the draft Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) that the two countries are negot...,negative,-0.775396228
Erdogan sacks Turkey central bank governor amid rate tensions,7/6/2019,International news,"President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has sacked the governor of Turkey's central bank and replaced him with his deputy, a pres...","Erdogan sacks Turkey central bank governor amid rate tensions President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has sacked the governor of Turkey's central bank and replaced him with his deputy, a pres...",negative,-0.998547018
First model village built under Sri Lanka-India partnership handed to residents,7/6/2019,Business,The first of 100 model villages to be built in Sri Lanka with Indian assistance was handed over to the residents in Rani...,First model village built under Sri Lanka-India partnership handed to residents The first of 100 model villages to be built in Sri Lanka with Indian assistance was handed over to the residents in Rani...,positive,0.975986838
"Red tape, regulations stumbling blocks for Sri Lanka startups",7/6/2019,ICT,"Bureaucratic red tape and regulatory barriers are hampering Sri Lankan startups, according to a survey carried out by th...","Red tape, regulations stumbling blocks for Sri Lanka startups Bureaucratic red tape and regulatory barriers are hampering Sri Lankan startups, according to a survey carried out by th...",negative,-0.999151945
Karunaratne wants more Sri Lanka players to get overseas experience,7/6/2019,Culture,Sri Lanka captain Dimuth Karunaratne has urged his country's cricket chiefs to help more players enter overseas Twenty20...,Karunaratne wants more Sri Lanka players to get overseas experience Sri Lanka captain Dimuth Karunaratne has urged his country's cricket chiefs to help more players enter overseas Twenty20...,negative,-0.887989342
"Trade union alcohol politics leave Sri Lanka state railways, passengers reeling",7/6/2019,Economy,"A wildcat strike at state-run Sri Lanka Railways that left 400,000 passengers stranded was a result of union rivalry inv...","Trade union alcohol politics leave Sri Lanka state railways, passengers reeling A wildcat strike at state-run Sri Lanka Railways that left 400,000 passengers stranded was a result of union rivalry inv...",negative,-0.999028206
Doc held for 'sterilising' women in Sri Lanka was framed: probe,7/5/2019,Political News,"Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | Friday - A Muslim doctor falsely accused of secretly sterilising Buddhist women in Sri Lanka ...","Doc held for 'sterilising' women in Sri Lanka was framed: probe Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | Friday - A Muslim doctor falsely accused of secretly sterilising Buddhist women in Sri Lanka ...",negative,-0.995004833
Sri Lanka orders fresh arrests over Avant Garde floating armoury,7/5/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka’s attorney general Friday ordered the arrest of eight people, including the secretary to the independen...","Sri Lanka orders fresh arrests over Avant Garde floating armoury Sri Lanka’s attorney general Friday ordered the arrest of eight people, including the secretary to the independen...",negative,-0.986932933
Sri Lanka stationery maker Atlas in South East Asia push,7/5/2019,Business,"Atlas Axilia, a top stationery manufacturer in Sri Lanka, is planning to grow exports to South East Asia, where it may a...","Sri Lanka stationery maker Atlas in South East Asia push Atlas Axilia, a top stationery manufacturer in Sri Lanka, is planning to grow exports to South East Asia, where it may a...",positive,0.995608509
Two Sri Lanka legislators bring bill to block President Maithripala's death warrants,7/5/2019,Legal,Two legislators in Sri Lanka will be presenting a private members' bill to parliament to abolish the death penalty.,Two Sri Lanka legislators bring bill to block President Maithripala's death warrants Two legislators in Sri Lanka will be presenting a private members' bill to parliament to abolish the death penalty.,negative,-0.799587905
"Sri Lanka’s rupee ends flat, bond yields ease",7/5/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's rupee closed at 176.10/20 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Friday unchanged from a d...,"Sri Lanka’s rupee ends flat, bond yields ease ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's rupee closed at 176.10/20 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Friday unchanged from a d...",negative,-0.999267876
Sri Lanka central bank extends suspension on Perpetual Treasuries,7/5/2019,Bonds & Forex,The suspension of business of controversial primary dealer Perpetual Treasuries Limited has been extended another six mo...,Sri Lanka central bank extends suspension on Perpetual Treasuries The suspension of business of controversial primary dealer Perpetual Treasuries Limited has been extended another six mo...,negative,-0.974379241
"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.12-pct up, buying in banks",7/5/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.12 percent higher with profit-taking seen in selected company shares on Friday.,"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.12-pct up, buying in banks Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.12 percent higher with profit-taking seen in selected company shares on Friday.",negative,-0.984424055
Sri Lankan unit of Piramal Glass invests Rs.1.3bn to expand export production,7/5/2019,Business,"Piramal Glass Ceylon Plc (PGC), Sri Lanka's glass bottle manufacturer, has invested 1.3 billion rupees on a new bottling...","Sri Lankan unit of Piramal Glass invests Rs.1.3bn to expand export production Piramal Glass Ceylon Plc (PGC), Sri Lanka's glass bottle manufacturer, has invested 1.3 billion rupees on a new bottling...",positive,0.827056408
Supreme Court stalls hangings,7/5/2019,Uncategorized,President Maithripala Sirisena’s declared intent to begin executions of serious drug offenders immediately took a body...,Supreme Court stalls hangings President Maithripala Sirisena’s declared intent to begin executions of serious drug offenders immediately took a body...,negative,-0.985894203
Soldier who shot parent to be handed over to Army,7/5/2019,Uncategorized,The Army Lance Corporal who shot and killed a parent at a school in Akmeemana on Thursday is to be handed over to his Re...,Soldier who shot parent to be handed over to Army The Army Lance Corporal who shot and killed a parent at a school in Akmeemana on Thursday is to be handed over to his Re...,negative,-0.990665853
Sri Lanka corporate earnings to recover from 4Q19: First Capital,7/5/2019,Markets,Earnings of Sri Lanka's listed firms are expected to improve from the fourth quarter of 2019 as the country recovers fas...,Sri Lanka corporate earnings to recover from 4Q19: First Capital Earnings of Sri Lanka's listed firms are expected to improve from the fourth quarter of 2019 as the country recovers fas...,positive,0.782901824
AG tells Acting IGP to arrest eight Avant Garde suspects,7/5/2019,Uncategorized,Attorney General (AG) Dappula de Livera has issued instructions to Acting Inspector General of Police (IGP) C. D. Wickra...,AG tells Acting IGP to arrest eight Avant Garde suspects Attorney General (AG) Dappula de Livera has issued instructions to Acting Inspector General of Police (IGP) C. D. Wickra...,negative,-0.985432684
"Cargills improves Sri Lanka farmer yields, cuts costs with India’s Jain Irrigation",7/5/2019,Agriculture,"Cargills (Ceylon), which operates Sri Lanka’s biggest supermarket chain, said it has helped Sri Lankan farmers ge...","Cargills improves Sri Lanka farmer yields, cuts costs with India’s Jain Irrigation Cargills (Ceylon), which operates Sri Lanka’s biggest supermarket chain, said it has helped Sri Lankan farmers ge...",positive,0.993511617
Sri Lankan appointed Secretary of Vatican’s Inter-religious Dialogue,7/5/2019,Uncategorized,"Pope Francis has appointed Msgr. Indunil Janakaratne Kodithuwakku Kankanamalage, a Sri Lankan priest as Secretary of the...","Sri Lankan appointed Secretary of Vatican’s Inter-religious Dialogue Pope Francis has appointed Msgr. Indunil Janakaratne Kodithuwakku Kankanamalage, a Sri Lankan priest as Secretary of the...",positive,0.990549624
E-scooters: a transport 'tsunami' flooding cities worldwide,7/5/2019,International news,"Paris, France | AFP | Friday - They appeared in June last year as Paris was waking up from its annual all-night Festival...","E-scooters: a transport 'tsunami' flooding cities worldwide Paris, France | AFP | Friday - They appeared in June last year as Paris was waking up from its annual all-night Festival...",negative,-0.893380344
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields ease",7/5/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 176.15/21 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields eased and s...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields ease Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 176.15/21 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields eased and s...",negative,-0.987765193
BASL President writes to Sirisena to calm storm in the Bar,7/5/2019,Politics,The Bar Association is asking for time with President Maithripala Sirisena to discuss the appointment processes for the ...,BASL President writes to Sirisena to calm storm in the Bar The Bar Association is asking for time with President Maithripala Sirisena to discuss the appointment processes for the ...,negative,-0.838512123
Sri Lanka to cut embarkation tax by US$10 to boost tourism,7/5/2019,Slideshows,Sri Lanka is planning to cut the embarkation tax on tourists by 10 US dollars to boost tourism in the wake of Easter Sun...,Sri Lanka to cut embarkation tax by US$10 to boost tourism Sri Lanka is planning to cut the embarkation tax on tourists by 10 US dollars to boost tourism in the wake of Easter Sun...,negative,-0.652211428
Vaiko sentenced to year in jail for pro-LTTE comments,7/5/2019,Uncategorized,"Veteran Tamil Nadu politician V.  Gopalaswamy, popularly known as Vaiko, was sentenced to a year in jail by a special co...","Vaiko sentenced to year in jail for pro-LTTE comments Veteran Tamil Nadu politician V.  Gopalaswamy, popularly known as Vaiko, was sentenced to a year in jail by a special co...",negative,-0.986749589
Supreme Court stops executions until Oct 30,7/5/2019,Uncategorized,"The Supreme Court which today heard 12 Fundamental Rights petitions challenging the death penalty, suspended executions ...","Supreme Court stops executions until Oct 30 The Supreme Court which today heard 12 Fundamental Rights petitions challenging the death penalty, suspended executions ...",negative,-0.98935473
No US military bases allowed in SL - Ruwan,7/5/2019,Politics,"Condemning statements made by Opposition parties and other quarters on the proposed Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA), S...","No US military bases allowed in SL - Ruwan Condemning statements made by Opposition parties and other quarters on the proposed Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA), S...",negative,-0.992306292
Tokyo stocks open flat with eyes on US jobs data,7/5/2019,International news,Tokyo stocks opened flat on Friday in cautious trade ahead of closely watched US jobs data.,Tokyo stocks open flat with eyes on US jobs data Tokyo stocks opened flat on Friday in cautious trade ahead of closely watched US jobs data.,negative,-0.997614145
Sri Lanka making detailed designs for US$600mn Colombo suburban electric train,7/5/2019,Slideshows,Sri Lanka has started making detailed designs for Colombo suburban electric trains adding an extra track to existing rai...,Sri Lanka making detailed designs for US$600mn Colombo suburban electric train Sri Lanka has started making detailed designs for Colombo suburban electric trains adding an extra track to existing rai...,positive,0.993428767
Prison Department yet to receive death warrants - Commissioner,7/5/2019,Uncategorized,The Prisons Department told the Court of Appeal on Friday July 5 that it is yet to receive the orders to execute any pri...,Prison Department yet to receive death warrants - Commissioner The Prisons Department told the Court of Appeal on Friday July 5 that it is yet to receive the orders to execute any pri...,negative,-0.997187197
Sri Lanka will not sign deals allowing US to build a military base: Wijewardene,7/5/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka will not sign an agreement which will allow the United States to build a miliar base in Sri Lanka, State Minis...","Sri Lanka will not sign deals allowing US to build a military base: Wijewardene Sri Lanka will not sign an agreement which will allow the United States to build a miliar base in Sri Lanka, State Minis...",negative,-0.999435961
Ranatunga nods to trade union demands,7/5/2019,Uncategorized,The General Secretary of the Sri Lanka Free Railway Employees’ Association Nadeera Manoj says that the Minister of Tra...,Ranatunga nods to trade union demands The General Secretary of the Sri Lanka Free Railway Employees’ Association Nadeera Manoj says that the Minister of Tra...,negative,-0.956218004
Teacher service will be upgraded - PM,7/5/2019,Education,The Government will provide comprehensive training to all untrained teachers and Sri Lanka’s school system will be upg...,Teacher service will be upgraded - PM The Government will provide comprehensive training to all untrained teachers and Sri Lanka’s school system will be upg...,negative,-0.862577021
Sri Lanka should move towards freer trade: diplomat,7/4/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka needs less protectionism to develop further as a country, Britain's top diplomat to the island was quoted as s...","Sri Lanka should move towards freer trade: diplomat Sri Lanka needs less protectionism to develop further as a country, Britain's top diplomat to the island was quoted as s...",negative,-0.990786493
Sri Lanka stocks make highest gain since November as rates fall,7/4/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.80 percent higher on Thursday amid euphoria among retail investors following the approval of n...,Sri Lanka stocks make highest gain since November as rates fall Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.80 percent higher on Thursday amid euphoria among retail investors following the approval of n...,positive,0.898717821
Sri Lanka's Singer Finance branches moved out of parent showrooms to boost sales,7/4/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's Singer Finance Plc said that it is moving its branches outside showrooms of its durable retail parent Singer...,Sri Lanka's Singer Finance branches moved out of parent showrooms to boost sales Sri Lanka's Singer Finance Plc said that it is moving its branches outside showrooms of its durable retail parent Singer...,negative,-0.994831264
Website launched to combat cyberbullying,7/4/2019,Women's Rights,"A new website called ""Hithawathi"" or ""Confidante"" to combat cyberbullying was launched at the Information and Communicat...","Website launched to combat cyberbullying A new website called ""Hithawathi"" or ""Confidante"" to combat cyberbullying was launched at the Information and Communicat...",negative,-0.996213377
SLFP and SLPP should put forward a joint candidate for President - Amaraweera,7/4/2019,Politics,MP Mahinda Amaraweera is warning that if the Sri Lanka Freedom Party and the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna put forward two...,SLFP and SLPP should put forward a joint candidate for President - Amaraweera MP Mahinda Amaraweera is warning that if the Sri Lanka Freedom Party and the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna put forward two...,negative,-0.998732865
Ranil hails Lanka for retaining Best Destination status,7/4/2019,Economy,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is hailing Sri Lanka for retaining its title as the “best destination for tourists...,Ranil hails Lanka for retaining Best Destination status Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is hailing Sri Lanka for retaining its title as the “best destination for tourists...,positive,0.999696374
Preserving the Buddhist identity: Back to basics,7/4/2019,Uncategorized,"Let us establish one ground rule for this exposition. As the Buddha himself requested just prior to parinibbana, let his...","Preserving the Buddhist identity: Back to basics Let us establish one ground rule for this exposition. As the Buddha himself requested just prior to parinibbana, let his...",positive,0.941616833
"Sri Lankan tea prices slide, buyers shift to cheaper origins",7/4/2019,Agriculture,"Prices of Sri Lankan tea have been sliding despite their reputation for quality, owing to increased volume and comparati...","Sri Lankan tea prices slide, buyers shift to cheaper origins Prices of Sri Lankan tea have been sliding despite their reputation for quality, owing to increased volume and comparati...",negative,-0.996206999
Sri Lanka’s Cargills spends Rs3bn on new centralized logistics centre,7/4/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT – Cargills (Ceylon), which operates Sri Lanka’s biggest supermarket chain, is investing three ...","Sri Lanka’s Cargills spends Rs3bn on new centralized logistics centre ECONOMYNEXT – Cargills (Ceylon), which operates Sri Lanka’s biggest supermarket chain, is investing three ...",negative,-0.963857293
"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, stocks gain",7/4/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's rupee opened steady at 176.00/15 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields edged up ...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, stocks gain Sri Lanka's rupee opened steady at 176.00/15 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields edged up ...",positive,0.886177361
Saudi Arabia refutes charge that it is providing cheap loans to Muslims,7/4/2019,Uncategorized,Saudi Arabia has refuted a statement made by Western Province Governor Dr. Hemakumara Nanayakkara that Saudi Arabia was ...,Saudi Arabia refutes charge that it is providing cheap loans to Muslims Saudi Arabia has refuted a statement made by Western Province Governor Dr. Hemakumara Nanayakkara that Saudi Arabia was ...,negative,-0.984560132
SriLankan Airlines to save Rs75mn by shifting corporate office,7/4/2019,Aviation,State-run SriLankan Airlines said it plans to save 75 million rupees a year by shifting its corporate offices from centr...,SriLankan Airlines to save Rs75mn by shifting corporate office State-run SriLankan Airlines said it plans to save 75 million rupees a year by shifting its corporate offices from centr...,negative,-0.995252371
Father of student shot in school premises,7/4/2019,Uncategorized,A student's father who had tried to forcibly enter a school in Galle was shot today (4 July 4) by a soldier stationed at...,Father of student shot in school premises A student's father who had tried to forcibly enter a school in Galle was shot today (4 July 4) by a soldier stationed at...,negative,-0.993594825
"Sri Lanka LRT project to ease congestion, boost economy: Champika",7/4/2019,Ground,"A 2.2 billion US dollar light rail transit project for Colombo, will ease congestion and boost economic activity, Sri La...","Sri Lanka LRT project to ease congestion, boost economy: Champika A 2.2 billion US dollar light rail transit project for Colombo, will ease congestion and boost economic activity, Sri La...",positive,0.9989869
Students ridiculed in Sri Lanka for using brand targeted in anti-Muslim boycott: official,7/4/2019,Economy,Students in Sri Lanka's education system are being ridiculed and are facing 'punishment' for using stationary produced b...,Students ridiculed in Sri Lanka for using brand targeted in anti-Muslim boycott: official Students in Sri Lanka's education system are being ridiculed and are facing 'punishment' for using stationary produced b...,negative,-0.998673558
Is Sirisena facing another debacle over the Death Penalty?,7/4/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena is likely facing another debacle over his insistence on bringing back the death penalty i...,Is Sirisena facing another debacle over the Death Penalty? President Maithripala Sirisena is likely facing another debacle over his insistence on bringing back the death penalty i...,negative,-0.996233404
Rail strike will end when demands are met - trade unions,7/4/2019,Uncategorized,Railway trade unions are willing to call off the ongoing train strike anytime if the authorities give a favourable respo...,Rail strike will end when demands are met - trade unions Railway trade unions are willing to call off the ongoing train strike anytime if the authorities give a favourable respo...,negative,-0.993954718
"Wall Street at records ahead of July 4 holiday, European stocks also up",7/4/2019,International news,The fireworks got started a bit early on Wall Street on Wednesday with all three major stock indices surging to records ...,"Wall Street at records ahead of July 4 holiday, European stocks also up The fireworks got started a bit early on Wall Street on Wednesday with all three major stock indices surging to records ...",positive,0.993775845
"Sri Lanka IGP, ex-defence chief remanded over Easter Sunday probe",7/4/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka’s police chief Pujith Jayasundara and former secretary to the ministry of defence, Hemasiri Fernando we...","Sri Lanka IGP, ex-defence chief remanded over Easter Sunday probe Sri Lanka’s police chief Pujith Jayasundara and former secretary to the ministry of defence, Hemasiri Fernando we...",negative,-0.965072632
Lonely Planet travel endorsement great strength: Sri Lanka Prime Minister,7/3/2019,Political News,"The continuing endorsement of Sri Lanka as the top travel destination for 2019 by Lonely Planet, a popular travel public...","Lonely Planet travel endorsement great strength: Sri Lanka Prime Minister The continuing endorsement of Sri Lanka as the top travel destination for 2019 by Lonely Planet, a popular travel public...",positive,0.999652624
"Sri Lanka's rupee ends firmer against US dollar, bond yields ease",7/3/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 176.00/10 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields eased ...,"Sri Lanka's rupee ends firmer against US dollar, bond yields ease Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 176.00/10 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields eased ...",negative,-0.931097746
"Ceylon Chamber wants more transparency on Sri Lanka’s defence, aid deals with U.S.",7/3/2019,Defence,The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has expressed concern over defence and aid deals Sri Lanka is to sign with the United Sta...,"Ceylon Chamber wants more transparency on Sri Lanka’s defence, aid deals with U.S. The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has expressed concern over defence and aid deals Sri Lanka is to sign with the United Sta...",negative,-0.963498354
Sri Lanka's treasuries yields fall across maturities,7/3/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's Treasury bills yields fell across maturities, with exact pre-announced volumes taken, with the 12-month yiel...","Sri Lanka's treasuries yields fall across maturities Sri Lanka's Treasury bills yields fell across maturities, with exact pre-announced volumes taken, with the 12-month yiel...",negative,-0.998586893
"Sri Lanka's Horana Plantations diversifies into oil palm, as tea, rubber prices stay low",7/3/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka’s Horana Plantations is diversifying into more commercially viable crops, especially oil palm, to reduc...","Sri Lanka's Horana Plantations diversifies into oil palm, as tea, rubber prices stay low Sri Lanka’s Horana Plantations is diversifying into more commercially viable crops, especially oil palm, to reduc...",positive,0.936318874
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.38-pct higher,7/3/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.38 percent higher on Wednesday.,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.38-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.38 percent higher on Wednesday.,negative,-0.991519392
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals fall 57-pct in June,7/3/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals fell 57 percent in June 2019 from a year earlier, following the Easter Sunday attack, the t...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals fall 57-pct in June Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals fell 57 percent in June 2019 from a year earlier, following the Easter Sunday attack, the t...",negative,-0.998142242
Pujith and Hemasiri remanded until 9 July,7/3/2019,Uncategorized,Colombo’s Chief Magistrate Lanka Jayaratne today (3 July) ordered Police to make written submissions with regard to th...,Pujith and Hemasiri remanded until 9 July Colombo’s Chief Magistrate Lanka Jayaratne today (3 July) ordered Police to make written submissions with regard to th...,negative,-0.917779982
World's youngest author on environmental research meets Premier,7/3/2019,Uncategorized,"The World’s youngest author on Environmental research, 8-year old Isuru Arunoda Nakandala, presented a copy of his pub...","World's youngest author on environmental research meets Premier The World’s youngest author on Environmental research, 8-year old Isuru Arunoda Nakandala, presented a copy of his pub...",positive,0.885033369
Chinese firm wins Sri Lanka rail container deal for solid waste,7/3/2019,Ground,China’s state-owned power plant and railway equipment manufacturer Dongfang Electric International Corporation ha...,Chinese firm wins Sri Lanka rail container deal for solid waste China’s state-owned power plant and railway equipment manufacturer Dongfang Electric International Corporation ha...,positive,0.973804832
State Defence Minister will make statement on SOFA/ACSA - Ranjith,7/3/2019,Uncategorized,State Minister of Defence Ruwan Wijewardene will make a statement clarifying the Government's position on the controvers...,State Defence Minister will make statement on SOFA/ACSA - Ranjith State Minister of Defence Ruwan Wijewardene will make a statement clarifying the Government's position on the controvers...,positive,0.977407217
Number of vacancies in schools become known for the first time,7/3/2019,Education,"Applicants seeking school admission can now know the number of vacancies available in the school for the first time, Min...","Number of vacancies in schools become known for the first time Applicants seeking school admission can now know the number of vacancies available in the school for the first time, Min...",positive,0.955520034
Sri Lanka plans US$50mn cable car project in Nuwara Eliya,7/3/2019,Ground,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had given initial clearance for a cable car project in hill country town of Nuwara Eliy...,Sri Lanka plans US$50mn cable car project in Nuwara Eliya Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had given initial clearance for a cable car project in hill country town of Nuwara Eliy...,negative,-0.989527106
Human Rights Commission issues guidelines to Acting IGP on arbitrary arrests,7/3/2019,Politics,The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) yesterday recommended a series of guidelines to  Acting Inspector Gener...,Human Rights Commission issues guidelines to Acting IGP on arbitrary arrests The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) yesterday recommended a series of guidelines to  Acting Inspector Gener...,negative,-0.965375125
"Lion widens global sales, battling Sri Lanka export regulations",7/3/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's largest beer manufacturer Lion Brewery Ceylon Plc said it has expanded its exports into five new markets des...,"Lion widens global sales, battling Sri Lanka export regulations Sri Lanka's largest beer manufacturer Lion Brewery Ceylon Plc said it has expanded its exports into five new markets des...",positive,0.998366773
Ceylon Chamber seeks transparency on SOFA/MCC,7/3/2019,Uncategorized,The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) today called for an “enhanced level of transparency” on the controversial Statu...,Ceylon Chamber seeks transparency on SOFA/MCC The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) today called for an “enhanced level of transparency” on the controversial Statu...,positive,0.931624949
"Sri Lanka hotel stocks rise as tourism recovers faster than expected, rupee gains",7/3/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's rupee opened strong at 175.95/10 against the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields wer...,"Sri Lanka hotel stocks rise as tourism recovers faster than expected, rupee gains Sri Lanka's rupee opened strong at 175.95/10 against the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields wer...",positive,0.985040188
Sri Lanka Water Board makes loss up to April 2019,7/3/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka’s state-owned water supply agency remained in the red in the first four months of 2019 during which it ...,Sri Lanka Water Board makes loss up to April 2019 Sri Lanka’s state-owned water supply agency remained in the red in the first four months of 2019 during which it ...,negative,-0.998842955
Prisons Dept says it has no instructions to execute prisoners,7/3/2019,Politics,"As of Friday, 28 June, the Prisons Department had not received any documentation instructing its officers to carry out e...","Prisons Dept says it has no instructions to execute prisoners As of Friday, 28 June, the Prisons Department had not received any documentation instructing its officers to carry out e...",negative,-0.999511003
86 Cables Cars to be set up in Nuwara-Eliya,7/3/2019,Economy,Cabinet has approved a proposal for a cable car project targeting tourists and locals in the Nuwara-Eliya District.,86 Cables Cars to be set up in Nuwara-Eliya Cabinet has approved a proposal for a cable car project targeting tourists and locals in the Nuwara-Eliya District.,positive,0.925538719
"Govt wasn't first to sign ACSA, yet to sign SOFA - Hector",7/3/2019,Politics,"Certain parties are trying to disrupt the Government's development drive by creating an ""American phobia"" among the gene...","Govt wasn't first to sign ACSA, yet to sign SOFA - Hector Certain parties are trying to disrupt the Government's development drive by creating an ""American phobia"" among the gene...",negative,-0.997249067
Mental Health Units for Kandy and Chilaw hospitals,7/3/2019,Health,Cabinet has decided to strengthen institutions providing Mental Health services in Sri Lanka.,Mental Health Units for Kandy and Chilaw hospitals Cabinet has decided to strengthen institutions providing Mental Health services in Sri Lanka.,positive,0.996680021
RTI request asks for details of those facing death penalty,7/3/2019,Politics,Sri Lankans may get to know who is awaiting execution in the country’s prisons on Tuesday if the Right to Information ...,RTI request asks for details of those facing death penalty Sri Lankans may get to know who is awaiting execution in the country’s prisons on Tuesday if the Right to Information ...,negative,-0.985884726
Oil prices tumble even as producers extend supply agreement,7/3/2019,International news,"Oil prices fell sharply on Tuesday even as leading crude exporters extended a supply agreement, while global equities mo...","Oil prices tumble even as producers extend supply agreement Oil prices fell sharply on Tuesday even as leading crude exporters extended a supply agreement, while global equities mo...",negative,-0.998692691
Trump taps two new nominees for Fed board,7/3/2019,International news,"Donald Trump said Tuesday he intends to nominate two new candidates to the board of the Federal Reserve, which the US pr...","Trump taps two new nominees for Fed board Donald Trump said Tuesday he intends to nominate two new candidates to the board of the Federal Reserve, which the US pr...",negative,-0.836111188
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals starting to recover in June,7/3/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals are starting to recover from Easter Sunday attacks, a top official said, with many countrie...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals starting to recover in June Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals are starting to recover from Easter Sunday attacks, a top official said, with many countrie...",negative,-0.954942703
Sri Lanka’s first museum of ancient technology to be opened today,7/3/2019,Uncategorized,The President will declare open Sri Lanka’s first museum and library of ancient technology in Polonnaruwa today (3 Jul...,Sri Lanka’s first museum of ancient technology to be opened today The President will declare open Sri Lanka’s first museum and library of ancient technology in Polonnaruwa today (3 Jul...,positive,0.999197066
"Top cricketers, Bollywood stars to visit Sri Lanka to boost tourism",7/2/2019,Business,Cricketing and Bollywood stars will be promoting Sri Lanka tourism to the Indian market after the Easter Sunday terror a...,"Top cricketers, Bollywood stars to visit Sri Lanka to boost tourism Cricketing and Bollywood stars will be promoting Sri Lanka tourism to the Indian market after the Easter Sunday terror a...",positive,0.997888267
University of Technology Sydney targets South Asia with Sri Lanka college,7/2/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – University of Technology Sydney is to open a college in Sri Lanka with an investment of two million...,University of Technology Sydney targets South Asia with Sri Lanka college ECONOMYNEXT – University of Technology Sydney is to open a college in Sri Lanka with an investment of two million...,positive,0.795090914
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.26-pct higher,7/2/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.26 percent higher on Tuesday.,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.26-pct higher ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.26 percent higher on Tuesday.,negative,-0.990207851
Sri Lanka still Lonely Planet's top destination for 2019,7/2/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka is continuing to be the top destination for 2019 despite the Easter Sunday terror attacks, travel publisher Lo...","Sri Lanka still Lonely Planet's top destination for 2019 Sri Lanka is continuing to be the top destination for 2019 despite the Easter Sunday terror attacks, travel publisher Lo...",positive,0.999297619
"Sri Lanka unemployed inches up in 1Q 2019; 221,000 new jobs created",7/2/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's unemployment has inched up to 4.7 percent in the first quarter of 2019 from 4.5 percent in 2018, but 221,000...","Sri Lanka unemployed inches up in 1Q 2019; 221,000 new jobs created Sri Lanka's unemployment has inched up to 4.7 percent in the first quarter of 2019 from 4.5 percent in 2018, but 221,000...",negative,-0.99155432
Mangala wants Sajith to be UNP Presidential candidate,7/2/2019,Politics,"In a move that will further exacerbate the divisions inside the United National Party, Mangala Samaraweera had declared ...","Mangala wants Sajith to be UNP Presidential candidate In a move that will further exacerbate the divisions inside the United National Party, Mangala Samaraweera had declared ...",negative,-0.985681653
Sri Lanka HNB Finance's five-year bonds rated ‘A-(lka)(EXP)',7/2/2019,Bonds & Forex,Fitch Ratings said it has given an expected national long-term rating of 'A-(lka)(EXP)' to HNB Finance Limited's (HFL) p...,Sri Lanka HNB Finance's five-year bonds rated ‘A-(lka)(EXP)' Fitch Ratings said it has given an expected national long-term rating of 'A-(lka)(EXP)' to HNB Finance Limited's (HFL) p...,negative,-0.97740823
Sri Lanka police refute AG allegations over Easter Sunday probe,7/2/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka’s police have refuted allegations of Attorney General Dappula de Livera that they failed to proceed aga...,Sri Lanka police refute AG allegations over Easter Sunday probe Sri Lanka’s police have refuted allegations of Attorney General Dappula de Livera that they failed to proceed aga...,negative,-0.996900916
Saroja Sirisena assumes duties as Austria Ambassador,7/2/2019,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka’s Ambassador-designate to the Republic of Austria Saroja Sirisena assumed duties in Vienna yesterday (1 July...,Saroja Sirisena assumes duties as Austria Ambassador Sri Lanka’s Ambassador-designate to the Republic of Austria Saroja Sirisena assumed duties in Vienna yesterday (1 July...,positive,0.845334172
Petition against death penalty; hearings to continue,7/2/2019,Uncategorized,The five Judge Bench of the Appeal Court examining a Writ Petition against the resumption of executions in Sri Lanka wil...,Petition against death penalty; hearings to continue The five Judge Bench of the Appeal Court examining a Writ Petition against the resumption of executions in Sri Lanka wil...,negative,-0.982389569
DIG convicted of  corruption and released on bail,7/2/2019,Uncategorized,Former Deputy Inspector General of Police Hector Dharmasiri was found guilty of corruption and sentenced to three years ...,DIG convicted of  corruption and released on bail Former Deputy Inspector General of Police Hector Dharmasiri was found guilty of corruption and sentenced to three years ...,negative,-0.97597301
PM speaks out against death penalty,7/2/2019,Uncategorized,"Breaking his silence on President Maithripala Sirisena's controversial decision to resume the death penalty, Prime Minis...","PM speaks out against death penalty Breaking his silence on President Maithripala Sirisena's controversial decision to resume the death penalty, Prime Minis...",negative,-0.946168721
Sri Lanka income tax revenue sharply higher in first quarter,7/2/2019,Economy,"Although Sri Lanka’s overall government revenue fell in the first quarter of 2019 as imports slowed down, income ...","Sri Lanka income tax revenue sharply higher in first quarter Although Sri Lanka’s overall government revenue fell in the first quarter of 2019 as imports slowed down, income ...",negative,-0.978607416
"Hemasiri, Pujith placed in custody inside hospitals",7/2/2019,Uncategorized,Former Defense Secretary Hemasiri Fernando has been placed under arrest by police acting on orders of the Attorney Gener...,"Hemasiri, Pujith placed in custody inside hospitals Former Defense Secretary Hemasiri Fernando has been placed under arrest by police acting on orders of the Attorney Gener...",negative,-0.979126573
"Sri Lanka rupee, bond yields opens steady",7/2/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's rupee opened flat at 176.25/35 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday whil...,"Sri Lanka rupee, bond yields opens steady ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's rupee opened flat at 176.25/35 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday whil...",negative,-0.962708175
"Sri Lanka exporters, tourism sector woo China",7/2/2019,Economy,Some 30 Sri Lankan companies representing various sectors took part in the 16th China International Small and Medium Fai...,"Sri Lanka exporters, tourism sector woo China Some 30 Sri Lankan companies representing various sectors took part in the 16th China International Small and Medium Fai...",positive,0.992679954
Tensions rise between SLPP and SLFP,7/2/2019,Politics,"More people are coming round to accept the leadership of President Maithripala Sirisena, Sri Lanka Freedom Party General...","Tensions rise between SLPP and SLFP More people are coming round to accept the leadership of President Maithripala Sirisena, Sri Lanka Freedom Party General...",positive,0.981282234
Japan relaxes Sri Lanka travel advisory to citizens,7/2/2019,Business,Japan has relaxed a travel advisory to its nationals which was slapped after Easter Sunday suicide attacks by Islamist e...,Japan relaxes Sri Lanka travel advisory to citizens Japan has relaxed a travel advisory to its nationals which was slapped after Easter Sunday suicide attacks by Islamist e...,negative,-0.956697166
Sri Lanka to invest tourism funds to upgrade northern Palaly airport,7/2/2019,Business,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government will invest almost two billion rupees, more than half from a tourism ...","Sri Lanka to invest tourism funds to upgrade northern Palaly airport ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government will invest almost two billion rupees, more than half from a tourism ...",negative,-0.968566835
Police chief faces crimes against humanity charge over Sri Lanka attacks,7/2/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka's police chief and a top defence official should be tried for ""grave crimes against humanity"" over failure to ...","Police chief faces crimes against humanity charge over Sri Lanka attacks Sri Lanka's police chief and a top defence official should be tried for ""grave crimes against humanity"" over failure to ...",negative,-0.990142047
"Sri Lanka's path to debt and destruction paved by currency collapse, REER targeting: Bellwether",7/2/2019,Bellwether,"The collapse of Sri Lanka's soft-pegged rupee, partly due to policy errors of the Central Bank and partly due to the fal...","Sri Lanka's path to debt and destruction paved by currency collapse, REER targeting: Bellwether The collapse of Sri Lanka's soft-pegged rupee, partly due to policy errors of the Central Bank and partly due to the fal...",negative,-0.999209762
Hemasiri and Pujith enter hospital as AG orders police to arrest them,7/2/2019,Uncategorized,"Former Defense Secretary Hemasiri Fernando and IGP Pujith Jayasundera were admitted to separate hospitals, just as Polic...","Hemasiri and Pujith enter hospital as AG orders police to arrest them Former Defense Secretary Hemasiri Fernando and IGP Pujith Jayasundera were admitted to separate hospitals, just as Polic...",negative,-0.993308544
"Asian markets subdued after rally, Hong Kong brushes off protests",7/2/2019,International news,Asian investors took a breather Tuesday as the previous day's gains fuelled by the resumption of China-US trade talks we...,"Asian markets subdued after rally, Hong Kong brushes off protests Asian investors took a breather Tuesday as the previous day's gains fuelled by the resumption of China-US trade talks we...",negative,-0.955550611
SriLankan Airlines loses Rs12.9bn up to April 2019,7/2/2019,Aviation,"State-run SriLankan Airlines has lost 12.9 billion rupees in the first four months of 2019, a finance ministry report sa...","SriLankan Airlines loses Rs12.9bn up to April 2019 State-run SriLankan Airlines has lost 12.9 billion rupees in the first four months of 2019, a finance ministry report sa...",negative,-0.999565184
Nepal activists protest Sri Lanka death penalty,7/2/2019,Uncategorized,Activists in Nepal are currently holding a protest in Kathmandu against President Maithripala Sirisena's decision to lif...,Nepal activists protest Sri Lanka death penalty Activists in Nepal are currently holding a protest in Kathmandu against President Maithripala Sirisena's decision to lif...,negative,-0.956278622
Sri Lanka's CPC loses Rs21.4bn in 2019 four months; forex losses Rs9.1bn,7/1/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation lost 21.4 billion rupees in the first four months of 2019, and 9.1 bi...","Sri Lanka's CPC loses Rs21.4bn in 2019 four months; forex losses Rs9.1bn Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation lost 21.4 billion rupees in the first four months of 2019, and 9.1 bi...",negative,-0.999477923
"Colombo to Haldummulla, Sri Lanka's centres of free banking",7/1/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka (then Ceylon) had issued currency notes at multiple locations ranging from Colombo and Galle to plantations di...,"Colombo to Haldummulla, Sri Lanka's centres of free banking Sri Lanka (then Ceylon) had issued currency notes at multiple locations ranging from Colombo and Galle to plantations di...",negative,-0.806192219
"Fitch confirms five Sri Lankan finance company ratings, lowers MIF outlook",7/1/2019,Bonds & Forex,Fitch Ratings has lowered its outlook on Mercantile Investments and Finance PLC (MIF) to negative from stable and confir...,"Fitch confirms five Sri Lankan finance company ratings, lowers MIF outlook Fitch Ratings has lowered its outlook on Mercantile Investments and Finance PLC (MIF) to negative from stable and confir...",negative,-0.998600662
"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.08-pct up, buying in JKH, Sampath Bank, Com Bank",7/1/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.08 percent higher on Monday.,"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.08-pct up, buying in JKH, Sampath Bank, Com Bank Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.08 percent higher on Monday.",negative,-0.991701543
China leads Sri Lanka's new debt in 2019 with US$990mn expressway loan,7/1/2019,Economy,China led in new loan agreements signed with Sri Lanka for the first 4 months of 2019 with a 989.5 million US dollar loa...,China leads Sri Lanka's new debt in 2019 with US$990mn expressway loan China led in new loan agreements signed with Sri Lanka for the first 4 months of 2019 with a 989.5 million US dollar loa...,negative,-0.972582519
NPM promising a new political culture in Sri Lanka,7/1/2019,Politics,The National People’s Movement (NPM) will present a people-centred manifesto to the country in September which will ch...,NPM promising a new political culture in Sri Lanka The National People’s Movement (NPM) will present a people-centred manifesto to the country in September which will ch...,positive,0.997138977
Sri Lanka budget deficit wider in 2019 as monetary instability hits taxes,7/1/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's budget deficit widened in the first four months of 2019 as private credit and imports fell, slashing revenue...","Sri Lanka budget deficit wider in 2019 as monetary instability hits taxes Sri Lanka's budget deficit widened in the first four months of 2019 as private credit and imports fell, slashing revenue...",negative,-0.991713881
Lawyers contracted to deal with unnatural deaths of Lankans in Saudi,7/1/2019,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka has entered into a contract with a law firm from Saudi Arabia conducting legal proceedings related to the unna...,Lawyers contracted to deal with unnatural deaths of Lankans in Saudi Sri Lanka has entered into a contract with a law firm from Saudi Arabia conducting legal proceedings related to the unna...,negative,-0.971386909
Sri Lanka Ports Authority makes Rs10.5bn profit in first quarter of 2019,7/1/2019,Logistics,"Sri Lanka Ports Authority, which runs the island’s harbours for merchant shipping, made a profit of 10.5 billion ...","Sri Lanka Ports Authority makes Rs10.5bn profit in first quarter of 2019 Sri Lanka Ports Authority, which runs the island’s harbours for merchant shipping, made a profit of 10.5 billion ...",positive,0.953912377
Rathana Thero disparaging Police and Security Forces - Mujibur,7/1/2019,Politics,Parliamentarian Athuraliye Rathana Thero's publicly pronounced distrust of the CID and comments to the effect that their...,Rathana Thero disparaging Police and Security Forces - Mujibur Parliamentarian Athuraliye Rathana Thero's publicly pronounced distrust of the CID and comments to the effect that their...,negative,-0.969664693
"Sri Lanka’s rupee opens steady, bond yields ease",7/1/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee opened steady at 176.40/55 against the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields eased ...,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opens steady, bond yields ease Sri Lanka's rupee opened steady at 176.40/55 against the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields eased ...",positive,0.896223664
SL donates USD50K to tornado-hit Cuba for reconstruction,7/1/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka donated USD 50,000 to the Government of Cuba last week as reconstruction aid for damages sustained in the torn...","SL donates USD50K to tornado-hit Cuba for reconstruction Sri Lanka donated USD 50,000 to the Government of Cuba last week as reconstruction aid for damages sustained in the torn...",negative,-0.895258307
GSP+ ultimatum on death penalty threat to sovereignty - President,7/1/2019,Politics,Noting that the European Union has threatened to withhold its Generalised scheme of preferences (GSP)+ concessions if Sr...,GSP+ ultimatum on death penalty threat to sovereignty - President Noting that the European Union has threatened to withhold its Generalised scheme of preferences (GSP)+ concessions if Sr...,negative,-0.998395145
"Sri Lanka business chamber seeks end to corruption, poor decisions in government",7/1/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka's largest business chamber, the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) called for structural changes to end corrupti...","Sri Lanka business chamber seeks end to corruption, poor decisions in government Sri Lanka's largest business chamber, the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) called for structural changes to end corrupti...",negative,-0.959162414
"Asian markets surge on Trump-Xi breakthrough, oil rallies",7/1/2019,International news,"Asian markets surged Monday after Donald Trump and Xi Jinping agreed to restart trade talks, reviving hopes of an end to...","Asian markets surge on Trump-Xi breakthrough, oil rallies Asian markets surged Monday after Donald Trump and Xi Jinping agreed to restart trade talks, reviving hopes of an end to...",positive,0.994266927
New book talks of alleged Rajapaksa corruption,7/1/2019,Politics,A book titled Sri Lanka Heist – Inside the $16 billion plunder of a nation by an investigative writer named Harrold Ca...,New book talks of alleged Rajapaksa corruption A book titled Sri Lanka Heist – Inside the $16 billion plunder of a nation by an investigative writer named Harrold Ca...,negative,-0.973702848
Sri Lanka's plans to resume executions major setback for human rights - Human Rights Watch,7/1/2019,Uncategorized,"Calling for a halt to Sri Lanka's plans on resuming the death penalty, the Human Rights Watch (HRW) yesterday said that ...","Sri Lanka's plans to resume executions major setback for human rights - Human Rights Watch Calling for a halt to Sri Lanka's plans on resuming the death penalty, the Human Rights Watch (HRW) yesterday said that ...",negative,-0.993058681
Sri Lanka's UNP against death penalty: Prime Minister,6/30/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka's United National Party is against carrying out the death penalty, Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said, a...","Sri Lanka's UNP against death penalty: Prime Minister Sri Lanka's United National Party is against carrying out the death penalty, Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said, a...",negative,-0.992270231
ECOWAS adopts 'ECO' as name for planned common currency,6/30/2019,International news,"Leaders of the member states of the Economic Community of West African States, known as ECOWAS, formally agreed Saturday...","ECOWAS adopts 'ECO' as name for planned common currency Leaders of the member states of the Economic Community of West African States, known as ECOWAS, formally agreed Saturday...",positive,0.725028455
"Sri Lanka wage, subsidy hikes kick in amid import collapse; capex cut",6/30/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's current spending of up to 40,000 rupees are kicking in from July 01, the finance ministry said, amid a impor...","Sri Lanka wage, subsidy hikes kick in amid import collapse; capex cut Sri Lanka's current spending of up to 40,000 rupees are kicking in from July 01, the finance ministry said, amid a impor...",negative,-0.998212457
"'Back on track': Trump, Xi seal trade war truce",6/30/2019,International news,"US President Donald Trump on Sunday hailed trade talks with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping as ""far better than expec...","'Back on track': Trump, Xi seal trade war truce US President Donald Trump on Sunday hailed trade talks with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping as ""far better than expec...",positive,0.998884141
Jayawardene urges Sri Lanka to retain World Cup belief,6/30/2019,Culture,"Former captain Mahela Jayawardene has urged Sri Lanka to keep believing they can still reach the World Cup semi-finals, ...","Jayawardene urges Sri Lanka to retain World Cup belief Former captain Mahela Jayawardene has urged Sri Lanka to keep believing they can still reach the World Cup semi-finals, ...",positive,0.952134728
Sri Lanka to index alcohol taxes to inflation: Minister,6/30/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is planning to index alcohol taxes to inflation, State Minister for Finance Eran Wickramaratne has said.","Sri Lanka to index alcohol taxes to inflation: Minister Sri Lanka is planning to index alcohol taxes to inflation, State Minister for Finance Eran Wickramaratne has said.",negative,-0.961792827
Bomb-hit Zion church will be repaired by Christmas,6/30/2019,Uncategorized,The Sri Lanka Army which is reconstructing the Zion Evangelical Church in Batticaloa is saying that the job will be done...,Bomb-hit Zion church will be repaired by Christmas The Sri Lanka Army which is reconstructing the Zion Evangelical Church in Batticaloa is saying that the job will be done...,negative,-0.967311978
Sri Lanka inflation rises 3.8-pct in June,6/29/2019,Economy,"Inflation in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo grew 3.8 percent in June from a year earlier, down from 5 percent in May, the s...","Sri Lanka inflation rises 3.8-pct in June Inflation in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo grew 3.8 percent in June from a year earlier, down from 5 percent in May, the s...",negative,-0.753866971
"Sri Lanka brewer warns of imitation Japanese sake, synthetic toddy",6/29/2019,Culture,"A product pretending to be Japanese sake has entered the Sri Lankan market, while synthetic toddy continues to be popula...","Sri Lanka brewer warns of imitation Japanese sake, synthetic toddy A product pretending to be Japanese sake has entered the Sri Lankan market, while synthetic toddy continues to be popula...",negative,-0.998739541
"Death penalty will hurt Sri Lanka’s reputation, human rights record, Norway says",6/28/2019,Legal,"Resuming executions will damage Sri Lanka’s reputation and human rights record, Norway said in a statement issued...","Death penalty will hurt Sri Lanka’s reputation, human rights record, Norway says Resuming executions will damage Sri Lanka’s reputation and human rights record, Norway said in a statement issued...",negative,-0.999473751
"Weak rupee, higher taxes to prune profits of Sri Lankan insurers",6/28/2019,Finance,Sri Lanka’s insurance industry growth is likely to slow down and profits reduced owing to a weakened rupee and hi...,"Weak rupee, higher taxes to prune profits of Sri Lankan insurers Sri Lanka’s insurance industry growth is likely to slow down and profits reduced owing to a weakened rupee and hi...",negative,-0.999618769
Central bank cuts Sri Lanka 3-month deposit rate 1.7-pct under new price controls,6/28/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank on Friday ordered a cut of 1.71 percent on 3-month deposits under its controversial price contr...,Central bank cuts Sri Lanka 3-month deposit rate 1.7-pct under new price controls Sri Lanka's central bank on Friday ordered a cut of 1.71 percent on 3-month deposits under its controversial price contr...,negative,-0.993790686
Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank finds buyers for undersubscribed rights,6/28/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Sampath Bank said it had found buyers for the unsold 25.47 million shares of its...,Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank finds buyers for undersubscribed rights ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Sampath Bank said it had found buyers for the unsold 25.47 million shares of its...,negative,-0.985275745
Sri Lanka stocks lower as central bank slaps price controls on bank deposits,6/28/2019,Markets,Sri Lankan stocks closed 0.51 percent higher on Friday with brokers saying more interest in shares was expected with a n...,Sri Lanka stocks lower as central bank slaps price controls on bank deposits Sri Lankan stocks closed 0.51 percent higher on Friday with brokers saying more interest in shares was expected with a n...,negative,-0.998180032
Foreign holdings in Sri Lanka rupee bonds grow,6/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,Foreign holdings in Sri Lankan rupee bonds grew by 2.3 billion rupees to 147.1 billion rupees for the week ended June 26...,Foreign holdings in Sri Lanka rupee bonds grow Foreign holdings in Sri Lankan rupee bonds grew by 2.3 billion rupees to 147.1 billion rupees for the week ended June 26...,negative,-0.6020239
Legal actions against railway trade unions on strike - Ashok,6/28/2019,Politics,State Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation Ashok Abeysinghe said that they are forced to take legal action against t...,Legal actions against railway trade unions on strike - Ashok State Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation Ashok Abeysinghe said that they are forced to take legal action against t...,negative,-0.997847319
Muslim traders back at Wennppuwa fair,6/28/2019,Uncategorized,Muslim traders will be welcomed back at the Wennappuwa weekly fair from Monday after the local Magistrate accepted a pol...,Muslim traders back at Wennppuwa fair Muslim traders will be welcomed back at the Wennappuwa weekly fair from Monday after the local Magistrate accepted a pol...,positive,0.98265034
‘80 percent of the Easter Sunday victims are compensated - MP Kavinda,6/28/2019,Uncategorized,UNP MP Kavinda Jayawardena says that the Government has compensated more than 80 per cent of the people who were affecte...,‘80 percent of the Easter Sunday victims are compensated - MP Kavinda UNP MP Kavinda Jayawardena says that the Government has compensated more than 80 per cent of the people who were affecte...,negative,-0.915352702
Kavinda explains why Sirisena and Mahinda oppose 19th amendment,6/28/2019,Politics,"MP Kavinda Jayawardana says that it’s no wonder the opposition leader opposes the 19th amendment, as he intended to re...","Kavinda explains why Sirisena and Mahinda oppose 19th amendment MP Kavinda Jayawardana says that it’s no wonder the opposition leader opposes the 19th amendment, as he intended to re...",negative,-0.933554173
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields edge up",6/28/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's rupee opened weak at 176.65/80 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields e...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields edge up Sri Lanka's rupee opened weak at 176.65/80 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields e...",negative,-0.992036939
"Small, mid-sized Sri Lankan banks under pressure with thin capital, high risk: Fitch",6/28/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's small and mid-sized banks (SMBs) are facing higher pressure due to thin capital buffers and hig...,"Small, mid-sized Sri Lankan banks under pressure with thin capital, high risk: Fitch ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's small and mid-sized banks (SMBs) are facing higher pressure due to thin capital buffers and hig...",negative,-0.999614596
United Nations concerned about growing hate speech in Sri Lanka,6/28/2019,Uncategorized,"The top United Nations official in Sri Lanka, Hanaa Singer, is expressing concern about the growing number of “inciden...","United Nations concerned about growing hate speech in Sri Lanka The top United Nations official in Sri Lanka, Hanaa Singer, is expressing concern about the growing number of “inciden...",positive,0.964636803
Complaints against police can be done online now,6/28/2019,Politics,The Public can now lodge complaints against the Police on-line after the National Police Commission launched a new servi...,Complaints against police can be done online now The Public can now lodge complaints against the Police on-line after the National Police Commission launched a new servi...,negative,-0.924351394
Police and forces dealing with issues efficiently - Karu,6/28/2019,Uncategorized,Speaker Karu Jayasuriya is saying that the Sri Lanka Police is facing grave new challenges and dealing with them efficie...,Police and forces dealing with issues efficiently - Karu Speaker Karu Jayasuriya is saying that the Sri Lanka Police is facing grave new challenges and dealing with them efficie...,positive,0.969935477
Sri Lanka does not expect major deviations off budget targets: Treasury official,6/28/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka does not expect 'major deviations' from budget targets, a Treasury official said as imports fell following mon...","Sri Lanka does not expect major deviations off budget targets: Treasury official Sri Lanka does not expect 'major deviations' from budget targets, a Treasury official said as imports fell following mon...",negative,-0.99348855
"Sri Lanka’s Expolanka diversifies into tech products shipments, expands warehousing",6/28/2019,Logistics,"Sri Lanka’s Expolanka Holdings is diversifying its core logistics business into moving technology products, in ad...","Sri Lanka’s Expolanka diversifies into tech products shipments, expands warehousing Sri Lanka’s Expolanka Holdings is diversifying its core logistics business into moving technology products, in ad...",positive,0.993791401
"37,000 dual citizenships since 2015; Rs. 100 bn in losses due to fraudulent birth certificate, NICs",6/28/2019,Economy,"Nearly 37,000 Sri Lankans living abroad have been granted dual citizenship since 2015, Immigration and Emigration Contro...","37,000 dual citizenships since 2015; Rs. 100 bn in losses due to fraudulent birth certificate, NICs Nearly 37,000 Sri Lankans living abroad have been granted dual citizenship since 2015, Immigration and Emigration Contro...",negative,-0.990626335
"Stock markets wobble ahead of key G20 talks, Boeing slumps",6/28/2019,International news,"World stock markets wobbled on Thursday ahead of key US-China trade talks at the Group of 20 summit, while Boeing shares...","Stock markets wobble ahead of key G20 talks, Boeing slumps World stock markets wobbled on Thursday ahead of key US-China trade talks at the Group of 20 summit, while Boeing shares...",negative,-0.999206126
Sri Lanka police says Muslim doctor illegally detained in sterilization scare,6/28/2019,Legal,The alleged mass sterilization carried out by a Muslim doctor on Sinhala-Buddhist women turned out to be baseless rumor ...,Sri Lanka police says Muslim doctor illegally detained in sterilization scare The alleged mass sterilization carried out by a Muslim doctor on Sinhala-Buddhist women turned out to be baseless rumor ...,negative,-0.997928262
Tabs for A/L students from next term – PM,6/28/2019,Education,"Distribution of tablet computers for GCE A/L students will be implemented from the next school term, Prime Minister Rani...","Tabs for A/L students from next term – PM Distribution of tablet computers for GCE A/L students will be implemented from the next school term, Prime Minister Rani...",negative,-0.887227595
"Sri Lanka rupee steady, bond yields flat after auction",6/27/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed steady at 176.50/70 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yiel...,"Sri Lanka rupee steady, bond yields flat after auction Sri Lanka's rupee closed steady at 176.50/70 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yiel...",negative,-0.999008119
Sri Lanka central bank makes Rs14bn hedging loss in 2018,6/27/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank has made a 14.8 billion rupee loss on outstanding swaps which gave hedged the foreign exchange ...,Sri Lanka central bank makes Rs14bn hedging loss in 2018 Sri Lanka's central bank has made a 14.8 billion rupee loss on outstanding swaps which gave hedged the foreign exchange ...,negative,-0.995828211
"Reviving executions will send wrong signal to investors, EU tells Sri Lanka",6/27/2019,Economy,The European Union has joined other countries like Canada to oppose Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena’s r...,"Reviving executions will send wrong signal to investors, EU tells Sri Lanka The European Union has joined other countries like Canada to oppose Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena’s r...",negative,-0.999109805
"Executions won’t help draw tourists, investors, Canada warns Sri Lanka",6/27/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s plans to revive executions, which the island’s president maintains is nee...","Executions won’t help draw tourists, investors, Canada warns Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s plans to revive executions, which the island’s president maintains is nee...",negative,-0.970572293
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.06-pct lower,6/27/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.06 percent lower on Thursday.,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.06-pct lower ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.06 percent lower on Thursday.,negative,-0.99906987
Sri Lanka bank bad loans rise 64-pct in 1Q 2019: Fitch,6/27/2019,Banking,"Bad loans at Sri Lanka's banks had risen 64 percent in the first quarter of 2019, the worst since 2013 when gold-backed ...","Sri Lanka bank bad loans rise 64-pct in 1Q 2019: Fitch Bad loans at Sri Lanka's banks had risen 64 percent in the first quarter of 2019, the worst since 2013 when gold-backed ...",negative,-0.999117434
Sri Lanka 05-year Treasury Bonds yield 9.83-pct at auction,6/27/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka sold a five year bond maturing on 15 June 2014 at a weighted average yield of 9.83 percen...,Sri Lanka 05-year Treasury Bonds yield 9.83-pct at auction ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka sold a five year bond maturing on 15 June 2014 at a weighted average yield of 9.83 percen...,negative,-0.916052043
Agreements with US pose no threat to SL sovereignty - Mangala,6/27/2019,Politics,"Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera today defended two controversial defence agreements - one proposed, one already ent...","Agreements with US pose no threat to SL sovereignty - Mangala Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera today defended two controversial defence agreements - one proposed, one already ent...",negative,-0.813326895
Auto agents to draw up future mobility plan for Sri Lanka,6/27/2019,Ground,"ECONOMYNEXT - Ceylon Motor Traders Association, representing agents of global automakers, said they were planning to dra...","Auto agents to draw up future mobility plan for Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT - Ceylon Motor Traders Association, representing agents of global automakers, said they were planning to dra...",negative,-0.9973315
South African President in Sri Lanka,6/27/2019,Uncategorized,"President of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa made a brief visit to Sri Lanka today (27), while he was en route to G20 summ...","South African President in Sri Lanka President of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa made a brief visit to Sri Lanka today (27), while he was en route to G20 summ...",positive,0.995109737
Full report; CID finds no reason to detain Dr. Shafi,6/27/2019,Politics,Police investigating the case of the Kurunegala doctor accused of making thousands of women infertile informed court tod...,Full report; CID finds no reason to detain Dr. Shafi Police investigating the case of the Kurunegala doctor accused of making thousands of women infertile informed court tod...,negative,-0.999397039
South Korean investor expands packaging manufacture in Sri Lanka,6/27/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – A South Korean investor making labels and hand tags in Sri Lanka is expanding its packaging manufac...,South Korean investor expands packaging manufacture in Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT – A South Korean investor making labels and hand tags in Sri Lanka is expanding its packaging manufac...,positive,0.990314543
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields steady",6/27/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 176.60/70 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, bond yields we...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields steady Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 176.60/70 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, bond yields we...",negative,-0.926649511
No evidence against Dr. Shafi - CID,6/27/2019,Uncategorized,The Police have told the Kurunegala Magistrate that they have no evidence to charge Dr. Shafi Shihabdeen who had been ac...,No evidence against Dr. Shafi - CID The Police have told the Kurunegala Magistrate that they have no evidence to charge Dr. Shafi Shihabdeen who had been ac...,negative,-0.999449074
President declares Railways an essential public service,6/27/2019,Uncategorized,President Maithripala Sirisena by the powers vested on him had declared Sri Lanka Railways as an essential public servic...,President declares Railways an essential public service President Maithripala Sirisena by the powers vested on him had declared Sri Lanka Railways as an essential public servic...,positive,0.99879694
"CEB losses, poor policy raise risks for private energy investors in Sri Lanka",6/27/2019,Economy,Inadequate regulations prioritising renewable electricity generation and heavy losses in the state power utility raise t...,"CEB losses, poor policy raise risks for private energy investors in Sri Lanka Inadequate regulations prioritising renewable electricity generation and heavy losses in the state power utility raise t...",negative,-0.999001205
Ten more cases against Gotabaya in the US - AP report,6/27/2019,Politics,Ten more people have filed lawsuits in the United States against Gotabaya Rajapaksa alleging that forces under his comma...,Ten more cases against Gotabaya in the US - AP report Ten more people have filed lawsuits in the United States against Gotabaya Rajapaksa alleging that forces under his comma...,negative,-0.994695008
New buses for SLTB,6/27/2019,Uncategorized,The Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) has launched a new bus service at the Shalika Grounds in Narahenpita today (27) und...,New buses for SLTB The Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) has launched a new bus service at the Shalika Grounds in Narahenpita today (27) und...,negative,-0.608734131
Muslim envoys urge  Sirisena to safeguard Muslim community,6/27/2019,Politics,Envoys from the Organization of Islam Countries (OIC) are urging  President Maithripala Sirisena to ensure the safety of...,Muslim envoys urge  Sirisena to safeguard Muslim community Envoys from the Organization of Islam Countries (OIC) are urging  President Maithripala Sirisena to ensure the safety of...,positive,0.686547756
Indian fishermen caught fishing in Sri Lankan waters,6/27/2019,Uncategorized,The Navy has apprehended four Indians who were allegedly engaged in illegal fishing in Sri Lankan territorial waters yes...,Indian fishermen caught fishing in Sri Lankan waters The Navy has apprehended four Indians who were allegedly engaged in illegal fishing in Sri Lankan territorial waters yes...,negative,-0.880925059
Sri Lanka President hopes to patch up differences with SLPP,6/27/2019,Political News,President Maithripala Sirisena said his Sri Lanka Freedom Party is likely to patch up differences closer to a Presidenti...,Sri Lanka President hopes to patch up differences with SLPP President Maithripala Sirisena said his Sri Lanka Freedom Party is likely to patch up differences closer to a Presidenti...,negative,-0.987838864
"Oil prices rally on bullish US inventory report, global stocks mixed",6/27/2019,International news,"Oil prices rallied Wednesday following a bullish US petroleum inventory report, while global stocks treaded water ahead ...","Oil prices rally on bullish US inventory report, global stocks mixed Oil prices rallied Wednesday following a bullish US petroleum inventory report, while global stocks treaded water ahead ...",negative,-0.996143699
Sri Lankans charged over traffic in baby elephants,6/27/2019,Legal,A senior Sri Lankan conservation official was among eight people charged Tuesday in a landmark case over the capture and...,Sri Lankans charged over traffic in baby elephants A senior Sri Lankan conservation official was among eight people charged Tuesday in a landmark case over the capture and...,positive,0.718678355
Unmonitored microcredit lending a burden on rural women – CEPA,6/27/2019,Economy,"The Center for Poverty Analysis (CEPA), a research institute based in Colombo, points out that the unsupervised process ...","Unmonitored microcredit lending a burden on rural women – CEPA The Center for Poverty Analysis (CEPA), a research institute based in Colombo, points out that the unsupervised process ...",negative,-0.992801428
President gave leadership to bring 19th Amendment - UNP MP,6/27/2019,Politics,Despite the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP)'s claim that the United National Party (UNP) had deceived the former through ...,President gave leadership to bring 19th Amendment - UNP MP Despite the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP)'s claim that the United National Party (UNP) had deceived the former through ...,positive,0.989832282
Storm of reaction to death penalty,6/27/2019,Uncategorized,"The reaction to Sri Lanka’s decision to resume executing prisoners on death row has been almost universally negative, ...","Storm of reaction to death penalty The reaction to Sri Lanka’s decision to resume executing prisoners on death row has been almost universally negative, ...",negative,-0.999048889
PSC probing Easter attacks not 'political theatre' - Harshana,6/27/2019,Politics,"The Parliamentary Select Committee (PSC) probing the Easter Sunday attacks is not political theatre, Gampaha district UN...","PSC probing Easter attacks not 'political theatre' - Harshana The Parliamentary Select Committee (PSC) probing the Easter Sunday attacks is not political theatre, Gampaha district UN...",negative,-0.991728187
Pohottuwa wants no part of alleged Wennappuwa apartheid,6/26/2019,Politics,The Sri Lanka Podujana Party (SLPP) last night (26) distanced itself from the actions of Wennapuwa Pradeshiya Sabha Chai...,Pohottuwa wants no part of alleged Wennappuwa apartheid The Sri Lanka Podujana Party (SLPP) last night (26) distanced itself from the actions of Wennapuwa Pradeshiya Sabha Chai...,negative,-0.991503775
Sri Lanka bond yields fall after bill auction,6/26/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed weak at 176.50/65 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yield...,Sri Lanka bond yields fall after bill auction Sri Lanka's rupee closed weak at 176.50/65 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yield...,negative,-0.999083757
History of Sri Lanka paper money in National Trust lecture by Kavan Ratnatunga,6/26/2019,Economy,The history of paper money in Sri Lanka will be the focus of a lecture by The National Trust this month ranging from the...,History of Sri Lanka paper money in National Trust lecture by Kavan Ratnatunga The history of paper money in Sri Lanka will be the focus of a lecture by The National Trust this month ranging from the...,positive,0.933329403
Sri Lanka to experience more weather anomalies in future: official,6/26/2019,Environment,"Sri Lanka will experience extreme weather events in the future and lead to more floods and droughts, a Meteorological De...","Sri Lanka to experience more weather anomalies in future: official Sri Lanka will experience extreme weather events in the future and lead to more floods and droughts, a Meteorological De...",negative,-0.928137422
Dilmah boosts Sri Lanka stocks to close 0.11-pct higher,6/26/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.11 percent higher on Wednesday with Dilmah Ceylon Tea and Union Assurance boosted the market, ...","Dilmah boosts Sri Lanka stocks to close 0.11-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.11 percent higher on Wednesday with Dilmah Ceylon Tea and Union Assurance boosted the market, ...",positive,0.997422934
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields plunge across maturities,6/26/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields fell across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 12-month yield falling 16 basis poi...,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields plunge across maturities Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields fell across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 12-month yield falling 16 basis poi...,negative,-0.999067008
"US sanctions on Russia firms hurting Sri Lanka, against SOFA for American forces: President",6/26/2019,Political News,US sanctions barring deals with firms in Russia are affecting long-standing commercial and military transactions Preside...,"US sanctions on Russia firms hurting Sri Lanka, against SOFA for American forces: President US sanctions barring deals with firms in Russia are affecting long-standing commercial and military transactions Preside...",negative,-0.945271313
Sri Lanka regulator charges two over manipulating e-Channelling stock,6/26/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka’s capital markets regulator has filed charges of market manipulation against two investors in eChannell...,Sri Lanka regulator charges two over manipulating e-Channelling stock Sri Lanka’s capital markets regulator has filed charges of market manipulation against two investors in eChannell...,negative,-0.993630111
Sri Lanka President opposes SOFA style deals for US forces visits,6/26/2019,Political News,President Maithripala Sirisena said he was against agreements allowing US forces come to Sri Lanka and has blocked them ...,Sri Lanka President opposes SOFA style deals for US forces visits President Maithripala Sirisena said he was against agreements allowing US forces come to Sri Lanka and has blocked them ...,negative,-0.996825099
"Sri Lanka rupee steady, bond yields ease",6/26/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee was steady at 176.40/55 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on mid-morning Wednesday while...,"Sri Lanka rupee steady, bond yields ease Sri Lanka's rupee was steady at 176.40/55 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on mid-morning Wednesday while...",positive,0.972664773
Sri Lanka president says signed death warrants of four drug dealers,6/26/2019,Legal,Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena said he has signed the death warrants of four convicted drug dealers but refus...,Sri Lanka president says signed death warrants of four drug dealers Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena said he has signed the death warrants of four convicted drug dealers but refus...,negative,-0.947049022
Trust fund to care for 33 children affected by Easter attacks,6/26/2019,Uncategorized,The Cabinet has approved the setting up of a trust fund to care for  33 children who have been affected by the Easter at...,Trust fund to care for 33 children affected by Easter attacks The Cabinet has approved the setting up of a trust fund to care for  33 children who have been affected by the Easter at...,positive,0.985248208
"Vitol Asia wins Sri Lanka petrol, diesel supply contract",6/26/2019,Energy,The Singapore unit of energy and commodities trader Vitol has won a long-term contract to supply Sri Lanka’s gove...,"Vitol Asia wins Sri Lanka petrol, diesel supply contract The Singapore unit of energy and commodities trader Vitol has won a long-term contract to supply Sri Lanka’s gove...",positive,0.988051414
Cabinet nod for Rs. 800mn Beira lake cleanup project,6/26/2019,Environment,Cabinet has greenlit an investment of Rs. 800 million to clean up the Beira Lake.,Cabinet nod for Rs. 800mn Beira lake cleanup project Cabinet has greenlit an investment of Rs. 800 million to clean up the Beira Lake.,negative,-0.732102633
"Parliamentary probe a ""political drama"" - Sirisena",6/26/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena is calling the Parliamentary Select Committee probing the Easter Sunday attacks a “poli...,"Parliamentary probe a ""political drama"" - Sirisena President Maithripala Sirisena is calling the Parliamentary Select Committee probing the Easter Sunday attacks a “poli...",negative,-0.995457888
US sanctions on Russia firms hurting Sri Lanka; against SOFA for American forces: President,6/26/2019,Uncategorized,US sanctions barring deals with firms in Russia are affecting long-standing commercial and military transactions Preside...,US sanctions on Russia firms hurting Sri Lanka; against SOFA for American forces: President US sanctions barring deals with firms in Russia are affecting long-standing commercial and military transactions Preside...,negative,-0.950964928
Chandrika bags Common Ground Award,6/26/2019,Uncategorized,Former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga received the 2019 Common Ground Award at the House of Lords in Londo...,Chandrika bags Common Ground Award Former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga received the 2019 Common Ground Award at the House of Lords in Londo...,positive,0.957338631
No attempt to privatise People's Bank; media reports baseless - Mangala,6/26/2019,Economy,Media reports quoting an Opposition lawmaker that People’s Bank is to be privatised are completely false and misleadin...,No attempt to privatise People's Bank; media reports baseless - Mangala Media reports quoting an Opposition lawmaker that People’s Bank is to be privatised are completely false and misleadin...,negative,-0.995849729
Sri Lanka coconut auctions in limbo after price floor,6/26/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's main coconut auction has been in limbo for over a month after a floor price of 28 rupees a per nut was set b...,Sri Lanka coconut auctions in limbo after price floor Sri Lanka's main coconut auction has been in limbo for over a month after a floor price of 28 rupees a per nut was set b...,negative,-0.997075558
19th amendment a curse - President,6/26/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena says the 19th Amendment to the Constitution is a curse that created a government with two...,19th amendment a curse - President President Maithripala Sirisena says the 19th Amendment to the Constitution is a curse that created a government with two...,negative,-0.992581725
Sri Lanka police overturn Dankotuwa council ban on Muslims,6/26/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka's police Tuesday stepped in to prevent a local council from banning Muslim traders from a weekly fair in anoth...,Sri Lanka police overturn Dankotuwa council ban on Muslims Sri Lanka's police Tuesday stepped in to prevent a local council from banning Muslim traders from a weekly fair in anoth...,negative,-0.984086931
Fisherman missing after a strong current hits the boat,6/26/2019,Uncategorized,"A fisherman who set up to sea from Ambalangoda last afternoon (25), has fallen from boat and  gone missing as a strong s...","Fisherman missing after a strong current hits the boat A fisherman who set up to sea from Ambalangoda last afternoon (25), has fallen from boat and  gone missing as a strong s...",negative,-0.998934925
President says he has signed four death warrants,6/26/2019,Uncategorized,"Four convicted drug dealers now on death row will be executed shortly, President Maithripala Sirisena announced at a pre...","President says he has signed four death warrants Four convicted drug dealers now on death row will be executed shortly, President Maithripala Sirisena announced at a pre...",negative,-0.710018277
No grudge against Muslims; only wanted to ensure peace - Wennapuwa PS Chairman,6/26/2019,Uncategorized,"Chairman of the Wennappuwa Pradeshiya Sabha Susantha Perera, whose controversial decision to ban Muslims from trading at...","No grudge against Muslims; only wanted to ensure peace - Wennapuwa PS Chairman Chairman of the Wennappuwa Pradeshiya Sabha Susantha Perera, whose controversial decision to ban Muslims from trading at...",negative,-0.996248186
"State-sector women may wear saree, osari or other ""appropriate"" garment",6/26/2019,Women's Rights,An amendment to the 29 May circular on dress code for government employees states that women at the workplace may wear a...,"State-sector women may wear saree, osari or other ""appropriate"" garment An amendment to the 29 May circular on dress code for government employees states that women at the workplace may wear a...",negative,-0.95130831
"Sri Lanka rupee ends strong, bond yields ease",6/25/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed firm at 176.40/55 against the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields eased, ...","Sri Lanka rupee ends strong, bond yields ease Sri Lanka's rupee closed firm at 176.40/55 against the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields eased, ...",positive,0.998866439
Sri Lanka starts its own payment card to cut costs,6/25/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka has started a national payment card which will settle domestic and international transaction partnering with J...,Sri Lanka starts its own payment card to cut costs Sri Lanka has started a national payment card which will settle domestic and international transaction partnering with J...,positive,0.935830653
E-commerce bolsters SriLankan Airlines freight business,6/25/2019,Aviation,Rapid growth in highly profitable e-commerce shipments are helping increase the freight business of SriLankan Airlines w...,E-commerce bolsters SriLankan Airlines freight business Rapid growth in highly profitable e-commerce shipments are helping increase the freight business of SriLankan Airlines w...,positive,0.99968636
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.22-pct lower,6/25/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.22 percent lower on Tuesday withthe market dominated by four crossings.,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.22-pct lower Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.22 percent lower on Tuesday withthe market dominated by four crossings.,negative,-0.998741448
Sri Lanka expressways yield property investment opportunities: PwC,6/25/2019,Business,"Construction of expressways in Sri Lanka has led to sharp increases in nearby property prices, indicating potential inve...","Sri Lanka expressways yield property investment opportunities: PwC Construction of expressways in Sri Lanka has led to sharp increases in nearby property prices, indicating potential inve...",positive,0.998097003
Universalism versus tribalism,6/25/2019,Opinion,The most venerable  Warakagoda Sri Gnanarathana thero Mahanayake of the Asgiriya chapter has announced that his recent r...,Universalism versus tribalism The most venerable  Warakagoda Sri Gnanarathana thero Mahanayake of the Asgiriya chapter has announced that his recent r...,positive,0.995992005
Shafi case: FR petition filed today,6/25/2019,Uncategorized,Lawyers for Dr Shafi Shihabdeen who is at the centre of the controversy regarding the alleged sterilization of women pat...,Shafi case: FR petition filed today Lawyers for Dr Shafi Shihabdeen who is at the centre of the controversy regarding the alleged sterilization of women pat...,negative,-0.964740098
Opposition MP's allegation forces shut down of free food programme,6/25/2019,Uncategorized,A charity that has been providing free meals to thousands of people a day at three hospitals in and around Colombo has c...,Opposition MP's allegation forces shut down of free food programme A charity that has been providing free meals to thousands of people a day at three hospitals in and around Colombo has c...,negative,-0.998284876
CEB going against court order - Consumer rights group,6/25/2019,Uncategorized,A consumer rights' advocacy group today accused the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) of going against a direct order by th...,CEB going against court order - Consumer rights group A consumer rights' advocacy group today accused the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) of going against a direct order by th...,negative,-0.994499326
"US investors buy 30-pct of Sri Lanka US$2bn sovereign bonds, Europe 60-pct",6/25/2019,Markets,"A 2.0 billion US dollar international sovereign bond received 6.2 billion dollars in orders, with fund managers from the...","US investors buy 30-pct of Sri Lanka US$2bn sovereign bonds, Europe 60-pct A 2.0 billion US dollar international sovereign bond received 6.2 billion dollars in orders, with fund managers from the...",negative,-0.964543164
US travel advisory to Sri Lanka relaxed,6/25/2019,Business,The United States has lifted travel advisory imposed after Easter Sunday suicide attacks which asked citizens to reconsi...,US travel advisory to Sri Lanka relaxed The United States has lifted travel advisory imposed after Easter Sunday suicide attacks which asked citizens to reconsi...,negative,-0.908543169
"Five soldiers killed, two injured in a truck-train collision in Kilinochchi",6/25/2019,Uncategorized,Five soldiers are dead and two others injured when a truck belonging to the Sri Lanka Army collided with the Yaal-Devi t...,"Five soldiers killed, two injured in a truck-train collision in Kilinochchi Five soldiers are dead and two others injured when a truck belonging to the Sri Lanka Army collided with the Yaal-Devi t...",negative,-0.997679174
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stable, bond yields ease after sovereign bond sale",6/25/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened steady at 176.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields eased, dea...","Sri Lanka rupee opens stable, bond yields ease after sovereign bond sale Sri Lanka's rupee opened steady at 176.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields eased, dea...",positive,0.990816355
"Stocks mixed ahead of G20, Iran and weak dollar lift gold",6/25/2019,International news,Asian equities were mixed Tuesday as investors sat on their hands days before this week's crucial meeting between Donald...,"Stocks mixed ahead of G20, Iran and weak dollar lift gold Asian equities were mixed Tuesday as investors sat on their hands days before this week's crucial meeting between Donald...",negative,-0.996286154
INSEE Ecocyle to manage waste at Sri Lanka industrial zone till 2035,6/25/2019,Business,"INSEE Ecocycle Lanka, a unit of INSEE Cement will operate a waste management facility at an industrial zone in till 2035...","INSEE Ecocyle to manage waste at Sri Lanka industrial zone till 2035 INSEE Ecocycle Lanka, a unit of INSEE Cement will operate a waste management facility at an industrial zone in till 2035...",negative,-0.974878132
24-hour water cut in Colombo suburbs,6/25/2019,Uncategorized,"The water supply to some suburbs of Colombo will be disrupted for 24 hours tomorrow (26), the National Water Supply and ...","24-hour water cut in Colombo suburbs The water supply to some suburbs of Colombo will be disrupted for 24 hours tomorrow (26), the National Water Supply and ...",negative,-0.99554491
Army Commander to appear before probe committee,6/25/2019,Uncategorized,"Army Commander Lt General Mahesh Senanayake, former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen and the Secretary to the Ministry of Comm...","Army Commander to appear before probe committee Army Commander Lt General Mahesh Senanayake, former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen and the Secretary to the Ministry of Comm...",positive,0.930090904
US downgrades travel advisory,6/25/2019,Politics,"The United States yesterday downgraded its travel advisory on Sri Lanka, imposed in the wake of the Easter attacks, from...","US downgrades travel advisory The United States yesterday downgraded its travel advisory on Sri Lanka, imposed in the wake of the Easter attacks, from...",negative,-0.997878313
Cardinal condemns  Minister’s statement,6/25/2019,Uncategorized,Archbishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith condemns the statement made by a Minister whom he said ‘told to open mo...,Cardinal condemns  Minister’s statement Archbishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith condemns the statement made by a Minister whom he said ‘told to open mo...,negative,-0.997293055
"Ambassador-designates to S'pore, Belgium & EU assume duties",6/25/2019,Politics,Two career-diplomats assumed ambassadorial duties in two key world capitals this month.,"Ambassador-designates to S'pore, Belgium & EU assume duties Two career-diplomats assumed ambassadorial duties in two key world capitals this month.",positive,0.981798708
"Malaysia's Hyrax eyes Bangladesh, India from Sri Lanka lubricant plant",6/25/2019,Energy,Malaysia based Hyrax Oil which has commissioned a contract blending for Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporati...,"Malaysia's Hyrax eyes Bangladesh, India from Sri Lanka lubricant plant Malaysia based Hyrax Oil which has commissioned a contract blending for Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporati...",negative,-0.946276426
Wennappuwa PS bans Muslim traders from Sathipola,6/25/2019,Uncategorized,The Wennappuwa Pradeshiya Sabha has temporarily banned local Muslim traders from trading at the Dankotuwa 'Sathipola’ ...,Wennappuwa PS bans Muslim traders from Sathipola The Wennappuwa Pradeshiya Sabha has temporarily banned local Muslim traders from trading at the Dankotuwa 'Sathipola’ ...,negative,-0.996865213
High-quality rice for rural children,6/25/2019,Health,Nutrient-rich rice will be distributed among children in rural schools as part of a fresh Government initiative to comba...,High-quality rice for rural children Nutrient-rich rice will be distributed among children in rural schools as part of a fresh Government initiative to comba...,positive,0.991958976
Sri Lanka raises US$2.0bn from sovereign bonds,6/25/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has raised 2.0 billion US dollars from 5 and 10 year sovereign bonds a report said in the second such sale in ...,Sri Lanka raises US$2.0bn from sovereign bonds Sri Lanka has raised 2.0 billion US dollars from 5 and 10 year sovereign bonds a report said in the second such sale in ...,negative,-0.9574911
"Two nabbed for making threatening calls, demanding money",6/25/2019,Uncategorized,Two suspects who had allegedly made threatening phone calls demanding money from residents in Hanwella and Nawagamuwa ar...,"Two nabbed for making threatening calls, demanding money Two suspects who had allegedly made threatening phone calls demanding money from residents in Hanwella and Nawagamuwa ar...",negative,-0.99813509
Kalutara doctors’ strike ends,6/25/2019,Health,Government doctors in Kalutara district who went on strike last afternoon (24) ended their trade union action at 8.00 am...,Kalutara doctors’ strike ends Government doctors in Kalutara district who went on strike last afternoon (24) ended their trade union action at 8.00 am...,negative,-0.982976794
Sri Lanka to lure transit passengers to boost post-terror tourism,6/24/2019,Business,Sri Lanka is attempting to lure transit passengers at Colombo's Bandaranaike International Airport to make short visits ...,Sri Lanka to lure transit passengers to boost post-terror tourism Sri Lanka is attempting to lure transit passengers at Colombo's Bandaranaike International Airport to make short visits ...,negative,-0.994893312
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields ease amid sovereign bond launch",6/24/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed firm at 176.50/55 percent against the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields ...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields ease amid sovereign bond launch Sri Lanka's rupee closed firm at 176.50/55 percent against the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields ...",positive,0.936295152
CTC drags Sri Lanka stocks 0.17- pct down at close,6/24/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.17 percent lower on Monday with Ceylon Tobacco Company (CTC) dragging the index down, brokers ...","CTC drags Sri Lanka stocks 0.17- pct down at close Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.17 percent lower on Monday with Ceylon Tobacco Company (CTC) dragging the index down, brokers ...",negative,-0.999692678
Sri Lanka elections could threaten debt roll-over in 2020: Moody's,6/24/2019,Economy,Presidential and parliamentary elections starting from the end of 2019 could threaten the ability of Sri Lanka to roll-o...,Sri Lanka elections could threaten debt roll-over in 2020: Moody's Presidential and parliamentary elections starting from the end of 2019 could threaten the ability of Sri Lanka to roll-o...,negative,-0.998844624
National Savings Bank Sri Lanka rated [Sl] AAA by ICRA,6/24/2019,Banking,ICRA Lanka Limited has given a rating of [SL] AAA with a stable outlook to state-run National Savings Bank backed by gov...,National Savings Bank Sri Lanka rated [Sl] AAA by ICRA ICRA Lanka Limited has given a rating of [SL] AAA with a stable outlook to state-run National Savings Bank backed by gov...,positive,0.997395277
Facebook to limit message sharing in Sri Lanka to combat hate speech,6/24/2019,Political News,Facebook is limiting the number of people a Sri Lanka-based user can forward messages to on the social media platform an...,Facebook to limit message sharing in Sri Lanka to combat hate speech Facebook is limiting the number of people a Sri Lanka-based user can forward messages to on the social media platform an...,negative,-0.998347759
Court Petitions challenge pardoning of Gnanasara,6/24/2019,Uncategorized,Two petitions asking for a review of the Presidential Pardon of Galagodaththe Gnanasara Thero are before the Supreme Cou...,Court Petitions challenge pardoning of Gnanasara Two petitions asking for a review of the Presidential Pardon of Galagodaththe Gnanasara Thero are before the Supreme Cou...,negative,-0.980247796
"People's Bank Sri Lanka group profit down on bad debt, balance sheet shrinks",6/24/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's state-run People's Bank group, which also has a leasing unit, posted a net profit of 3.2 billion rupees for ...","People's Bank Sri Lanka group profit down on bad debt, balance sheet shrinks Sri Lanka's state-run People's Bank group, which also has a leasing unit, posted a net profit of 3.2 billion rupees for ...",negative,-0.99887234
Govt. doctors in Kalutara district on token strike,6/24/2019,Health,"Government doctors in the Kalutara district launched a token strike from 12.00 pm today, the Government Medical Officers...","Govt. doctors in Kalutara district on token strike Government doctors in the Kalutara district launched a token strike from 12.00 pm today, the Government Medical Officers...",negative,-0.981459498
Easter attackers were contract killers - Hakeem,6/24/2019,Politics," an unexpected twist,  Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) leader Rauff Hakeem claimed today that the Easter Sunday attacke...","Easter attackers were contract killers - Hakeem  an unexpected twist,  Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) leader Rauff Hakeem claimed today that the Easter Sunday attacke...",positive,0.987599492
Sri Lanka gilt yields down as sovereign bond launched,6/24/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee opened flat 176.75/85 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields eased as...,Sri Lanka gilt yields down as sovereign bond launched Sri Lanka's rupee opened flat 176.75/85 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields eased as...,negative,-0.997321308
US-Iran fears buoy oil prices as focus turns to Trump-Xi talks,6/24/2019,International news,"Oil prices extended gains Monday as rising US-Iran tensions fuelled supply concerns, while Asian equity traders moved ca...","US-Iran fears buoy oil prices as focus turns to Trump-Xi talks Oil prices extended gains Monday as rising US-Iran tensions fuelled supply concerns, while Asian equity traders moved ca...",negative,-0.984272838
Sri Lanka launches second sovereign bond sale in 2019,6/24/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has launched a sale of 5 and 10 year sovereign bonds in international markets, a report said.","Sri Lanka launches second sovereign bond sale in 2019 Sri Lanka has launched a sale of 5 and 10 year sovereign bonds in international markets, a report said.",positive,0.945845366
Alleged sterilisation of women: Dr. Shafi filing FR application,6/24/2019,Politics,Lawyers for the Kurunegala doctor at the centre of the controversy regarding the alleged sterilisation of women patients...,Alleged sterilisation of women: Dr. Shafi filing FR application Lawyers for the Kurunegala doctor at the centre of the controversy regarding the alleged sterilisation of women patients...,negative,-0.984678626
Showers expected in several places,6/24/2019,Weather and Climate,"Showers will occur at times in Sabaragamuwa province, Galle and Kalutara districts, the Department of Meteorology said t...","Showers expected in several places Showers will occur at times in Sabaragamuwa province, Galle and Kalutara districts, the Department of Meteorology said t...",negative,-0.9496153
Saudi women use wedding contracts to assert right to drive,6/24/2019,International news,Saudi salesman Majd had just begun his wedding preparations when his fiancee sought to enshrine in their marriage contra...,Saudi women use wedding contracts to assert right to drive Saudi salesman Majd had just begun his wedding preparations when his fiancee sought to enshrine in their marriage contra...,negative,-0.995907187
Rupee bonds held by foreigners in Sri Lanka slightly up,6/24/2019,Bonds & Forex,Rupee denominated Sri Lanka bond held by foreign investors grew slightly to 143.8 billion rupees to 143.95 billion rupee...,Rupee bonds held by foreigners in Sri Lanka slightly up Rupee denominated Sri Lanka bond held by foreign investors grew slightly to 143.8 billion rupees to 143.95 billion rupee...,negative,-0.966771305
Samurdhi not given with intention of getting votes-Thalatha,6/24/2019,Politics,Minister of Justice and Prisons Reforms Thalatha Athukorala said that samurdhi is not given with the intention of gettin...,Samurdhi not given with intention of getting votes-Thalatha Minister of Justice and Prisons Reforms Thalatha Athukorala said that samurdhi is not given with the intention of gettin...,negative,-0.997229636
SriLankan Airlines bond sale shows confidence in Sri Lanka: Standard Chartered,6/24/2019,Economy,"The sale of a 5 -year US dollar bond sale by SriLankan Airlines at 7.00 percent,  which drew over a billion US dollars i...","SriLankan Airlines bond sale shows confidence in Sri Lanka: Standard Chartered The sale of a 5 -year US dollar bond sale by SriLankan Airlines at 7.00 percent,  which drew over a billion US dollars i...",positive,0.997768521
Government instability due to 19th Amendment - Sirisena,6/24/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena is blaming the ineffectiveness of the current government on the 19th Amendment to the Con...,Government instability due to 19th Amendment - Sirisena President Maithripala Sirisena is blaming the ineffectiveness of the current government on the 19th Amendment to the Con...,negative,-0.999175251
7.3 magnitude earthquake in Indonesia,6/24/2019,World,A powerful earthquake of magnitude 7.3 struck the coast of Indonesia this morning (24).,7.3 magnitude earthquake in Indonesia A powerful earthquake of magnitude 7.3 struck the coast of Indonesia this morning (24).,positive,0.988451838
Sri Lanka President seeks to roll back his political reforms,6/24/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Sunday called for sweeping reforms to the country's constitution that he introduced in 2015 to be ...,Sri Lanka President seeks to roll back his political reforms Sri Lanka's President Sunday called for sweeping reforms to the country's constitution that he introduced in 2015 to be ...,positive,0.68249464
A Sermon on Stoning,6/24/2019,Opinion,"In Sri Lanka, we are trapped in a new Stone-age. An age of stoning. Or to be precise, we are now in an age fascinated wi...","A Sermon on Stoning In Sri Lanka, we are trapped in a new Stone-age. An age of stoning. Or to be precise, we are now in an age fascinated wi...",positive,0.953995347
"Family of four caught in a strong current, father and daughters die",6/24/2019,Uncategorized,A family of four from Hatton was swept away by a current at Yala Beach in Kirinda yesterday (23).,"Family of four caught in a strong current, father and daughters die A family of four from Hatton was swept away by a current at Yala Beach in Kirinda yesterday (23).",positive,0.910627723
Protectionism slammed as Southeast Asian leaders rally to trade pact,6/23/2019,International news,Thailand's premier made an impassioned plea against protectionism on Sunday at a meeting of Southeast Asian leaders wher...,Protectionism slammed as Southeast Asian leaders rally to trade pact Thailand's premier made an impassioned plea against protectionism on Sunday at a meeting of Southeast Asian leaders wher...,negative,-0.996861219
Ranil - Maithri failures blamed on Sri Lanka constitutional reform,6/23/2019,Political News,A constitutional changed that blocked many dictatorial presidential powers and restored the independence of the judiciar...,Ranil - Maithri failures blamed on Sri Lanka constitutional reform A constitutional changed that blocked many dictatorial presidential powers and restored the independence of the judiciar...,negative,-0.988937259
Muslim Community  suffered due to Easter attacks-Mahinda,6/23/2019,Politics,Opposition Leader Mahinda Rajapaksa says it is the Muslim community that suffered the most due to the terrorist attacks ...,Muslim Community  suffered due to Easter attacks-Mahinda Opposition Leader Mahinda Rajapaksa says it is the Muslim community that suffered the most due to the terrorist attacks ...,negative,-0.993288577
No six pack but Malinga still a big-game hunter: Jayawardene,6/23/2019,Culture,Former Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene praised Lasith Malinga for his ability to step up in big games after the pac...,No six pack but Malinga still a big-game hunter: Jayawardene Former Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene praised Lasith Malinga for his ability to step up in big games after the pac...,positive,0.999742568
"US has tools to prosecute Sri Lanka dual citizens for torture, crimes: DOJ official",6/23/2019,Legal,"The United States has tools to prosecute Sri Lanka defence officials who are dual citizens for crimes including torture,...","US has tools to prosecute Sri Lanka dual citizens for torture, crimes: DOJ official The United States has tools to prosecute Sri Lanka defence officials who are dual citizens for crimes including torture,...",negative,-0.712359309
Sad and angry youth leaders call for justice,6/23/2019,Uncategorized,"They mourned the dead, and they called for justice for the victims.","Sad and angry youth leaders call for justice They mourned the dead, and they called for justice for the victims.",negative,-0.982985556
Sri Lanka to lead global mangrove restoration: Commonwealth,6/22/2019,Environment,"Sri Lanka has stepped up as a 'Champion' to lead mangrove restoration globally, a statement from the Commonwealth office...","Sri Lanka to lead global mangrove restoration: Commonwealth Sri Lanka has stepped up as a 'Champion' to lead mangrove restoration globally, a statement from the Commonwealth office...",positive,0.998755336
Sri Lanka digital tourism campaigns showing results: Minister,6/22/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's decision to shift to digital campaigns is bearing fruit, Tourism Development Minister John Amaratunga said i...","Sri Lanka digital tourism campaigns showing results: Minister Sri Lanka's decision to shift to digital campaigns is bearing fruit, Tourism Development Minister John Amaratunga said i...",positive,0.998984158
"Colombo Dockyard delivers Japanese cable ship, eyes Sri Lanka dredger deal",6/22/2019,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT – Colombo Dockyard has delivered a submarine cable-laying ship for Japan’s Kokusai Cable Ship ...,"Colombo Dockyard delivers Japanese cable ship, eyes Sri Lanka dredger deal ECONOMYNEXT – Colombo Dockyard has delivered a submarine cable-laying ship for Japan’s Kokusai Cable Ship ...",negative,-0.696282148
SriLanka state airline sells US$175mn bond at 7.00-pct,6/22/2019,Economy,State-run SriLankan Airlines has sold a 175 million US dollar bond guaranteed by Sri Lanka's government for 7.00 percent...,SriLanka state airline sells US$175mn bond at 7.00-pct State-run SriLankan Airlines has sold a 175 million US dollar bond guaranteed by Sri Lanka's government for 7.00 percent...,negative,-0.964123845
Ranil to testify before PSC,6/22/2019,Uncategorized,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe will testify before the Parliamentary Select Committee (PSC) probing the Easter Sund...,Ranil to testify before PSC Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe will testify before the Parliamentary Select Committee (PSC) probing the Easter Sund...,positive,0.961214483
Sri Lanka national inflation slows to 3.5-pct in May,6/21/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's nationwide inflation slowed down to 3.5 percent in the 12-months to May 2019, for the first time in six mont...","Sri Lanka national inflation slows to 3.5-pct in May Sri Lanka's nationwide inflation slowed down to 3.5 percent in the 12-months to May 2019, for the first time in six mont...",negative,-0.997939408
Archer on top of World Cup bowling standings as England hold Sri Lanka to 232-9,6/21/2019,Legal,Jofra Archer moved joint top of the World Cup bowling charts as England restricted Sri Lanka to 232-9 in a group match a...,Archer on top of World Cup bowling standings as England hold Sri Lanka to 232-9 Jofra Archer moved joint top of the World Cup bowling charts as England restricted Sri Lanka to 232-9 in a group match a...,positive,0.999012113
"Sri Lanka charges prison officer, commando over massacre of 27 prisoners in 2012",6/21/2019,Legal,"Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | Friday - Sri Lanka's chief prosecutor on Friday announced charges against a top prison office...","Sri Lanka charges prison officer, commando over massacre of 27 prisoners in 2012 Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | Friday - Sri Lanka's chief prosecutor on Friday announced charges against a top prison office...",negative,-0.935282648
"Sri Lanka rupee ends slightly weaker, gilt yields ease",6/21/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed weak at 176.75/85 percent against the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields ...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends slightly weaker, gilt yields ease Sri Lanka's rupee closed weak at 176.75/85 percent against the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields ...",negative,-0.991011739
"Expolanka, HNB Assurance, Janashakthi, Melstacorp in S&P Sri Lanka 20 Index",6/21/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT – The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has included Expolanka Holdings, HNB Assurance, Janashakthi Insura...","Expolanka, HNB Assurance, Janashakthi, Melstacorp in S&P Sri Lanka 20 Index ECONOMYNEXT – The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has included Expolanka Holdings, HNB Assurance, Janashakthi Insura...",positive,0.504588366
Sri Lanka stocks close flat; Access block trade drives turnover,6/21/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.01 percent lower on Friday with a block trade in Access Engineering bringing over 80 percent o...,Sri Lanka stocks close flat; Access block trade drives turnover Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.01 percent lower on Friday with a block trade in Access Engineering bringing over 80 percent o...,negative,-0.998634756
Prez concerned over UN peacekeeping missions,6/21/2019,Uncategorized,President Maithripala Sirisena has expressed concern over issues that have arisen due to delays in clearances carried ou...,Prez concerned over UN peacekeeping missions President Maithripala Sirisena has expressed concern over issues that have arisen due to delays in clearances carried ou...,negative,-0.765748739
Cardinal Ranjith calls on Pope,6/21/2019,Politics,"Archbishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith met with Pope Francis in the Vatican yesterday (20), where he briefed the...","Cardinal Ranjith calls on Pope Archbishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith met with Pope Francis in the Vatican yesterday (20), where he briefed the...",positive,0.94904536
"UNP to shift gears on 1 July, make Champika, others UNF organisers",6/21/2019,Politics,"With the upcoming presidential elections just months away, the United National Party (UNP) is set to lay the groundwork ...","UNP to shift gears on 1 July, make Champika, others UNF organisers With the upcoming presidential elections just months away, the United National Party (UNP) is set to lay the groundwork ...",positive,0.992251694
"Gold above $1,400 on weak dollar and geopolitical, economic worry",6/21/2019,International news,"Hong Kong, China | AFP | Friday - Gold prices broke $1,400 an ounce to hit a near six-year high on Friday as the weaker ...","Gold above $1,400 on weak dollar and geopolitical, economic worry Hong Kong, China | AFP | Friday - Gold prices broke $1,400 an ounce to hit a near six-year high on Friday as the weaker ...",negative,-0.996768832
Preserving Sri Lanka wetlands helps prevent Colombo flooding: World Bank,6/21/2019,Environment,ECONOMYNEXT – Preserving wetlands in and around Sri Lanka’s capital Colombo would help prevent its floodin...,Preserving Sri Lanka wetlands helps prevent Colombo flooding: World Bank ECONOMYNEXT – Preserving wetlands in and around Sri Lanka’s capital Colombo would help prevent its floodin...,negative,-0.875307202
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weak, gilt yields ease.",6/21/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's rupee opened weak at 176.75/85 percent against the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weak, gilt yields ease. ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's rupee opened weak at 176.75/85 percent against the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while...",negative,-0.995671272
Funds for Batticaloa Campus illegal,6/21/2019,Politics,A Parliamentary Committee has found that all the funds received for the construction of the controversial Batticoloa Cam...,Funds for Batticaloa Campus illegal A Parliamentary Committee has found that all the funds received for the construction of the controversial Batticoloa Cam...,negative,-0.995706975
"Gnanasara Thero to lead 10,000-strong Buddhist monk rally in Kandy",6/21/2019,Politics,"A rally inviting all Sinhalese to unite (""Sinhalayini, samagi veyan"") will be held in Kandy on 7 July with the participa...","Gnanasara Thero to lead 10,000-strong Buddhist monk rally in Kandy A rally inviting all Sinhalese to unite (""Sinhalayini, samagi veyan"") will be held in Kandy on 7 July with the participa...",positive,0.99154824
Land policy must favor the poor - Sirisena,6/21/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena emphasizes that smugglers cannot be allowed to destroy the lands of the country.,Land policy must favor the poor - Sirisena President Maithripala Sirisena emphasizes that smugglers cannot be allowed to destroy the lands of the country.,positive,0.971314847
"Sri Lanka moves to repeal expropriation law, assets not yet returned",6/21/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka has moved a law to repeal a 2011 expropriation law which had delivered a massive blow to the country's investm...,"Sri Lanka moves to repeal expropriation law, assets not yet returned Sri Lanka has moved a law to repeal a 2011 expropriation law which had delivered a massive blow to the country's investm...",negative,-0.977924824
"Oil prices jump on US-Iran tensions, dovish Fed boosts stocks",6/21/2019,International news,"World oil prices spiked Thursday on rising US-Iran tensions, while the S&P 500 surged to a fresh record as global stock ...","Oil prices jump on US-Iran tensions, dovish Fed boosts stocks World oil prices spiked Thursday on rising US-Iran tensions, while the S&P 500 surged to a fresh record as global stock ...",positive,0.997269928
Additional buses due to train strike – LPBOA,6/21/2019,Uncategorized,The President of the Lanka Private Bus Owners’ Association (LPBOA) Gemunu Wijeratne says that the private buses are av...,Additional buses due to train strike – LPBOA The President of the Lanka Private Bus Owners’ Association (LPBOA) Gemunu Wijeratne says that the private buses are av...,negative,-0.994018674
Sri Lanka’s port master plan stresses efficiency to stay competitive,6/21/2019,Logistics,Sri Lanka’s new national port master plan has recommended that Colombo port move fast to improve efficiency and i...,Sri Lanka’s port master plan stresses efficiency to stay competitive Sri Lanka’s new national port master plan has recommended that Colombo port move fast to improve efficiency and i...,positive,0.987349451
"Sri Lanka's spy chief off the hook, others face charges over Easter attacks",6/20/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka has initiated criminal investigations against nine officers over lapses leading to the Easter Sunday attacks, ...","Sri Lanka's spy chief off the hook, others face charges over Easter attacks Sri Lanka has initiated criminal investigations against nine officers over lapses leading to the Easter Sunday attacks, ...",negative,-0.986629248
Sri Lanka to charge police for 'lapses' over Easter attacks,6/20/2019,Legal,"Sri Lankan authorities Thursday ordered the first criminal charges against security personnel for ""lapses"" before the Ea...","Sri Lanka to charge police for 'lapses' over Easter attacks Sri Lankan authorities Thursday ordered the first criminal charges against security personnel for ""lapses"" before the Ea...",negative,-0.995744884
Oil jumps as Iran claims downed US spy drone,6/20/2019,International news,"World oil prices rebounded strongly Thursday after Iran said it shot down a US spy drone near the Strait of Hormuz, a ma...","Oil jumps as Iran claims downed US spy drone World oil prices rebounded strongly Thursday after Iran said it shot down a US spy drone near the Strait of Hormuz, a ma...",negative,-0.530574024
"Sri Lanka, India targeted as IS shifts strategy away from Middle East: Report",6/20/2019,Defence,The Islamic State (IS) which claimed responsibility for the Easter Sunday attack is targeting Indian Ocean countries suc...,"Sri Lanka, India targeted as IS shifts strategy away from Middle East: Report The Islamic State (IS) which claimed responsibility for the Easter Sunday attack is targeting Indian Ocean countries suc...",negative,-0.975517213
"Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, gilt yields ease",6/20/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed flat at 176.70/80 percent against the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yield...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, gilt yields ease Sri Lanka's rupee closed flat at 176.70/80 percent against the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yield...",positive,0.99759537
Mercedes dealer in Sri Lanka running thinner margins to boost market,6/20/2019,Ground,Sri Lanka's Mercedes Benz dealer Diesel and Motor Engineering Plc (DIMO) has reduced margins to absorb part of a steep c...,Mercedes dealer in Sri Lanka running thinner margins to boost market Sri Lanka's Mercedes Benz dealer Diesel and Motor Engineering Plc (DIMO) has reduced margins to absorb part of a steep c...,negative,-0.99878937
JKH drags Sri Lanka stocks 0.37-pct lower at close,6/20/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.37 percent lower on Thursday, dragged down by index-heavy John Keells Holdings (JKH), provis...","JKH drags Sri Lanka stocks 0.37-pct lower at close Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.37 percent lower on Thursday, dragged down by index-heavy John Keells Holdings (JKH), provis...",negative,-0.999771893
15 – Hour water cut in Colombo,6/20/2019,Uncategorized,The water supply to several areas in the Colombo suburbs will be disrupted for 15 hours commencing from 9 a.m. tomorrow ...,15 – Hour water cut in Colombo The water supply to several areas in the Colombo suburbs will be disrupted for 15 hours commencing from 9 a.m. tomorrow ...,negative,-0.996292293
Constitutional crisis blessing in disguise for UNP - Wijepala,6/20/2019,Politics,The constitutional crisis between October and December last year was a blessing in disguise for the United National Part...,Constitutional crisis blessing in disguise for UNP - Wijepala The constitutional crisis between October and December last year was a blessing in disguise for the United National Part...,negative,-0.694375336
Sri Lanka govt depts getting foreign grants without telling Treasury: Auditor General,6/20/2019,Economy,Several government departments had flouted rules to get hundreds of millions of rupees worth foreign grants without tell...,Sri Lanka govt depts getting foreign grants without telling Treasury: Auditor General Several government departments had flouted rules to get hundreds of millions of rupees worth foreign grants without tell...,negative,-0.988560617
Sri Lanka govt US$3bn debt refinancing challenging: Moody's,6/20/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government could face risks in refinancing its three billion US dollars of forei...,Sri Lanka govt US$3bn debt refinancing challenging: Moody's ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government could face risks in refinancing its three billion US dollars of forei...,negative,-0.986060739
India and SL on IS crosshairs - Indian intelligence,6/20/2019,Uncategorized,Communications between Indian state intelligence and Kerala police indicate that the Islamic State (IS) is turning its a...,India and SL on IS crosshairs - Indian intelligence Communications between Indian state intelligence and Kerala police indicate that the Islamic State (IS) is turning its a...,negative,-0.987860978
"Sri Lanka rupee opens firm, stocks gain",6/20/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 176.65/75 percent against the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond ...","Sri Lanka rupee opens firm, stocks gain Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 176.65/75 percent against the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond ...",negative,-0.965716898
Emergency to be extended for the last time,6/20/2019,Politics,"President Maithripala Sirisena will extend the State of Emergency for a further 30 days on Saturday, for the last time s...","Emergency to be extended for the last time President Maithripala Sirisena will extend the State of Emergency for a further 30 days on Saturday, for the last time s...",positive,0.938694
"Dollar extends losses, Asia markets rally after Fed's indicates rate cut",6/20/2019,International news,The dollar extended losses and Asian markets enjoyed another day of gains Thursday after the Federal Reserve indicated i...,"Dollar extends losses, Asia markets rally after Fed's indicates rate cut The dollar extended losses and Asian markets enjoyed another day of gains Thursday after the Federal Reserve indicated i...",negative,-0.650240481
"Sri Lankan banks too risk-averse, regulator says",6/20/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan banks and private sector are still too cautious and not changed attitudes to reflect mod...,"Sri Lankan banks too risk-averse, regulator says ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan banks and private sector are still too cautious and not changed attitudes to reflect mod...",negative,-0.980108082
Sri Lanka border tax revenues 30-pct below target after soft-peg collapse,6/20/2019,Economy,"Revenues from Sri Lanka's customs agency were 30 percent below target in the first five months of 2019, Finance Minister...","Sri Lanka border tax revenues 30-pct below target after soft-peg collapse Revenues from Sri Lanka's customs agency were 30 percent below target in the first five months of 2019, Finance Minister...",negative,-0.994735122
Islamic State pan-nationalism slams into ethno-religious hate in Sri Lanka: Bellwether,6/20/2019,Bellwether,"In Sri Lanka, indoctrination and hate targeting communities not considered to be the 'core-nation' as defined in ethno-r...","Islamic State pan-nationalism slams into ethno-religious hate in Sri Lanka: Bellwether In Sri Lanka, indoctrination and hate targeting communities not considered to be the 'core-nation' as defined in ethno-r...",negative,-0.931021094
Cardinal appreciative of all well-wishers,6/20/2019,Uncategorized,Archbishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith is acknowledging the assistance rendered by all parties who stood in soli...,Cardinal appreciative of all well-wishers Archbishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith is acknowledging the assistance rendered by all parties who stood in soli...,positive,0.999578774
PSC hearings will be closed to media when sensitive matters are discussed,6/20/2019,Politics,The media will be not allowed in to cover hearings of the Parliamentary Select Committee (PSC) probing the Easter Sunday...,PSC hearings will be closed to media when sensitive matters are discussed The media will be not allowed in to cover hearings of the Parliamentary Select Committee (PSC) probing the Easter Sunday...,negative,-0.992964387
UK Security experts in Sri Lanka this week,6/20/2019,Uncategorized,"A delegation of Protective Security Experts from the UK, including experts from London’s Metropolitan Police Service, ...","UK Security experts in Sri Lanka this week A delegation of Protective Security Experts from the UK, including experts from London’s Metropolitan Police Service, ...",positive,0.993784308
Port city legislation to be presented to Cabinet shortly,6/20/2019,Uncategorized,Non Cabinet Minister of Economic Reforms and Public Distribution Harsha De Silva said that the legislation pertaining to...,Port city legislation to be presented to Cabinet shortly Non Cabinet Minister of Economic Reforms and Public Distribution Harsha De Silva said that the legislation pertaining to...,negative,-0.98653537
Gusty winds and heavy rain expected,6/20/2019,Weather and Climate,"Strong gusty winds up to 50 – 60 km/h are likely in Western, Central, Sabaragamuwa, Southern, Uva and Northwestern pro...","Gusty winds and heavy rain expected Strong gusty winds up to 50 – 60 km/h are likely in Western, Central, Sabaragamuwa, Southern, Uva and Northwestern pro...",negative,-0.761502624
Two tunnel projects in Colombo city for flood control - Champika,6/20/2019,Weather and Climate,"Minister of Megapolis and Western Development Patali Champika Ranawaka says that currently, two tunnels are being built ...","Two tunnel projects in Colombo city for flood control - Champika Minister of Megapolis and Western Development Patali Champika Ranawaka says that currently, two tunnels are being built ...",negative,-0.919258833
Reforms and transparency needed for Belt and Road success: World Bank,6/19/2019,International news,China's global Belt and Road Initiative could boost economies and reduce poverty rates in dozens of developing countries...,Reforms and transparency needed for Belt and Road success: World Bank China's global Belt and Road Initiative could boost economies and reduce poverty rates in dozens of developing countries...,positive,0.997114539
Sri Lanka police gets order against hospital director over sterilization scare,6/19/2019,Legal,The Criminal Investigations Department has secured judicial orders forcing the Kurunegala Teaching Hospital director to ...,Sri Lanka police gets order against hospital director over sterilization scare The Criminal Investigations Department has secured judicial orders forcing the Kurunegala Teaching Hospital director to ...,negative,-0.98882699
Sri Lanka economic growth 3.7-pct in 2019 first quarter,6/19/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's economy grew 3.7 percent in the first quarter of 2019, helped by  recovery in agriculture, the state statist...","Sri Lanka economic growth 3.7-pct in 2019 first quarter Sri Lanka's economy grew 3.7 percent in the first quarter of 2019, helped by  recovery in agriculture, the state statist...",positive,0.998478591
Sri Lanka 12-month Treasury bill yields fall 2bp to 8.86-pct,6/19/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's bill yields at Wednesday's primary auction eased with 12-month bill rates falling 2 basis points to 8.86 per...,Sri Lanka 12-month Treasury bill yields fall 2bp to 8.86-pct Sri Lanka's bill yields at Wednesday's primary auction eased with 12-month bill rates falling 2 basis points to 8.86 per...,negative,-0.995239735
"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.31-pct higher, crossings dominate for fourth straight day",6/19/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.31 percent higher on Wednesday with buying interest in Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka (DI...,"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.31-pct higher, crossings dominate for fourth straight day Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.31 percent higher on Wednesday with buying interest in Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka (DI...",negative,-0.973072648
SriLankan Airlines to roll-over US$175mn bond,6/19/2019,Aviation,State-run SriLankan Airlines is to sell a 175 million US dollar bond to toll-over a similar sized issue that is maturing...,SriLankan Airlines to roll-over US$175mn bond State-run SriLankan Airlines is to sell a 175 million US dollar bond to toll-over a similar sized issue that is maturing...,positive,0.811836064
U.S. Secretary of State Pompeo unable to visit Sri Lanka,6/19/2019,Political News,"ECONOMYNEXT - U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo is unable to visit Sri Lanka as previously announced, the Americ...","U.S. Secretary of State Pompeo unable to visit Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT - U.S. Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo is unable to visit Sri Lanka as previously announced, the Americ...",negative,-0.998904109
Sri Lanka to acquire land to expand forest cover,6/19/2019,Environment,ECONOMYNEXT –Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of Ministers has decided to acquire unused lands that cannot be used for ...,Sri Lanka to acquire land to expand forest cover ECONOMYNEXT –Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of Ministers has decided to acquire unused lands that cannot be used for ...,negative,-0.983040512
Gota allowed to remain overseas till 24 July; medical report in secure vault,6/19/2019,Politics,The Permanent High Court Trial-at-Bar hearing the controversial D. A. Rajapaksa Memorial case today granted former Secre...,Gota allowed to remain overseas till 24 July; medical report in secure vault The Permanent High Court Trial-at-Bar hearing the controversial D. A. Rajapaksa Memorial case today granted former Secre...,negative,-0.822633505
Shafi case: complainant women to be examined in Colombo hospitals,6/19/2019,Uncategorized,The women who are complaining that they have been rendered infertile by Dr. Siyabdeen Mohamed Shafi of the Kurunegala Te...,Shafi case: complainant women to be examined in Colombo hospitals The women who are complaining that they have been rendered infertile by Dr. Siyabdeen Mohamed Shafi of the Kurunegala Te...,negative,-0.990399659
Railway strike postponed,6/19/2019,Uncategorized,The railway trade unions have decided to temporarily suspend the planned strike action that was set to commence from mid...,Railway strike postponed The railway trade unions have decided to temporarily suspend the planned strike action that was set to commence from mid...,negative,-0.99853003
"Sri Lanka rupee opens firm, bond yields steady",6/19/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 176.78/88 percent against the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond ...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens firm, bond yields steady Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 176.78/88 percent against the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond ...",positive,0.995061219
Sri Lanka clears pre-April 2018 land purchases by foreign-owned listed firms,6/19/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT –Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of Ministers has corrected an anomaly in a land ownership law, clearing p...","Sri Lanka clears pre-April 2018 land purchases by foreign-owned listed firms ECONOMYNEXT –Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of Ministers has corrected an anomaly in a land ownership law, clearing p...",negative,-0.953011453
Sri Lanka gets cabinet nod to raise Rs.480bn more in debt,6/19/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka will seek parliamentary approval to raise up to 480 billion rupees in additional debt through the Active Liabi...,Sri Lanka gets cabinet nod to raise Rs.480bn more in debt Sri Lanka will seek parliamentary approval to raise up to 480 billion rupees in additional debt through the Active Liabi...,negative,-0.84824717
Sri Lanka President to ban chain saw imports,6/19/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka is to ban the import of chain saws to halt the illegal felling of trees, under a proposal submitted to cabinet...","Sri Lanka President to ban chain saw imports Sri Lanka is to ban the import of chain saws to halt the illegal felling of trees, under a proposal submitted to cabinet...",negative,-0.983848929
World population to reach 9.7 billion in 2050 - UN,6/19/2019,World,The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs' World Population Prospects report released on Monday (17) ...,World population to reach 9.7 billion in 2050 - UN The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs' World Population Prospects report released on Monday (17) ...,negative,-0.827300251
US State Secretary Mike Pompeo cancels SL visit,6/19/2019,Uncategorized,"United States Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has cancelled his much-publicised visit to Sri Lanka, according to the US E...","US State Secretary Mike Pompeo cancels SL visit United States Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has cancelled his much-publicised visit to Sri Lanka, according to the US E...",negative,-0.99863714
Sri Lanka in talks with China-backed AIIB for loans of billion dollars,6/19/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is in talks with China-backed Asian Infrastructure Development Bank for up to a billion US dollars, Finance Mi...","Sri Lanka in talks with China-backed AIIB for loans of billion dollars Sri Lanka is in talks with China-backed Asian Infrastructure Development Bank for up to a billion US dollars, Finance Mi...",negative,-0.91177094
"Sri Lanka top monk demands boycott of Muslim shops, doctor should be stoned",6/19/2019,Political News,A top Buddhist monk in Sri Lanka has accused minority Muslims of destroying the island’s majority Sinhalese commu...,"Sri Lanka top monk demands boycott of Muslim shops, doctor should be stoned A top Buddhist monk in Sri Lanka has accused minority Muslims of destroying the island’s majority Sinhalese commu...",negative,-0.997479379
"Global stocks rally on G20 hopes, dovish ECB",6/19/2019,International news,Global stocks scored strong gains Tuesday on twin investor-friendly developments: upbeat comments from the US and China ...,"Global stocks rally on G20 hopes, dovish ECB Global stocks scored strong gains Tuesday on twin investor-friendly developments: upbeat comments from the US and China ...",positive,0.998897552
Insufficient rain for hydropower reservoirs – Ministry,6/19/2019,Uncategorized,The Ministry of Power and Energy says that main reservoirs have not received adequate rainfall in the past few months de...,Insufficient rain for hydropower reservoirs – Ministry The Ministry of Power and Energy says that main reservoirs have not received adequate rainfall in the past few months de...,negative,-0.999513268
Van-tractor collision kills five including four women in Welikanda,6/19/2019,Uncategorized,Five persons including 4 women are dead following a collision between a van and a tractor at Welikanda on the Batticaloa...,Van-tractor collision kills five including four women in Welikanda Five persons including 4 women are dead following a collision between a van and a tractor at Welikanda on the Batticaloa...,negative,-0.998337746
Cabinet approves the ban on import of chainsaws,6/19/2019,Environment,The Cabinet has approved the proposal to ban the import of chainsaws with the intention of preventing deforestation.,Cabinet approves the ban on import of chainsaws The Cabinet has approved the proposal to ban the import of chainsaws with the intention of preventing deforestation.,positive,0.979884028
Release Writer Sathkumara  - CIVICUS and AHRC,6/19/2019,Uncategorized,The arrest and ongoing detention of award-winning author and poet Shakthika Sathkumara on spurious charges are a clear v...,Release Writer Sathkumara  - CIVICUS and AHRC The arrest and ongoing detention of award-winning author and poet Shakthika Sathkumara on spurious charges are a clear v...,negative,-0.616914392
Government deadlock ends as Sirisena backs down,6/19/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena has taken a step back in his stand-off with the Cabinet over the Parliamentary Select Com...,Government deadlock ends as Sirisena backs down President Maithripala Sirisena has taken a step back in his stand-off with the Cabinet over the Parliamentary Select Com...,negative,-0.968126416
Advocata commends President on closure of Salusala,6/19/2019,Economy,The Advocata Institute is praising the President’s directive to shut down the loss-making State Owned Enterprise (SOE)...,Advocata commends President on closure of Salusala The Advocata Institute is praising the President’s directive to shut down the loss-making State Owned Enterprise (SOE)...,positive,0.994473159
Sri Lanka economic growth 3.5-pct in first quarter 2019: Mangala,6/18/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's economic growth has accelerated to 3.5 percent of gross domestic product in the first quarter of 2019, from ...","Sri Lanka economic growth 3.5-pct in first quarter 2019: Mangala Sri Lanka's economic growth has accelerated to 3.5 percent of gross domestic product in the first quarter of 2019, from ...",positive,0.997368336
"Sri Lanka April trade gap narrows, imports fall sharply, exports weak",6/18/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT - A sharp fall in imports and weak export growth led to a significant narrowing of Sri Lanka’s trade ...,"Sri Lanka April trade gap narrows, imports fall sharply, exports weak ECONOMYNEXT - A sharp fall in imports and weak export growth led to a significant narrowing of Sri Lanka’s trade ...",negative,-0.999572217
Sri Lanka bond yields close lower after President Sirisena re-chairs cabinet,6/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 176.80/85 against the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields eased...,Sri Lanka bond yields close lower after President Sirisena re-chairs cabinet Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 176.80/85 against the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields eased...,negative,-0.988151431
Call to close more loss-making Sri Lanka state enterprises,6/18/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lankan government decision to close the loss-making, state-owned handloom enterprise Salu S...","Call to close more loss-making Sri Lanka state enterprises ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lankan government decision to close the loss-making, state-owned handloom enterprise Salu S...",negative,-0.993173778
Sri Lanka top cop on the mat over sterilization scare,6/18/2019,Legal,The senior-most police officer in the North-Western province is under investigation for attempting to cause racial hatre...,Sri Lanka top cop on the mat over sterilization scare The senior-most police officer in the North-Western province is under investigation for attempting to cause racial hatre...,negative,-0.989458442
Hayleys Sri Lanka rating downgraded to [SL]A+ from [SL]AA-,6/18/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – ICRA Lanka Limited has downgraded Sri Lanka’s Hayleys rating to [SL]A+ with a stable outlook...,Hayleys Sri Lanka rating downgraded to [SL]A+ from [SL]AA- ECONOMYNEXT – ICRA Lanka Limited has downgraded Sri Lanka’s Hayleys rating to [SL]A+ with a stable outlook...,positive,0.985265195
"With 'Libra,' Facebook takes on the world of cryptocurrency",6/18/2019,International news,"Facebook is leaping into the world of cryptocurrency with its own digital money, designed to let people save, send or sp...","With 'Libra,' Facebook takes on the world of cryptocurrency Facebook is leaping into the world of cryptocurrency with its own digital money, designed to let people save, send or sp...",positive,0.996529162
"Sri Lanka’s stocks close 0.12-pct lower, heavy crossings for third straight day",6/18/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.04 percent lower on Tuesday with crossings continuing to dominate trade for the third consec...,"Sri Lanka’s stocks close 0.12-pct lower, heavy crossings for third straight day Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.04 percent lower on Tuesday with crossings continuing to dominate trade for the third consec...",negative,-0.99802196
"Gujarat businesswomen keen on trade, investment with Sri Lanka",6/18/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – A delegation from the Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s business women wing want to...,"Gujarat businesswomen keen on trade, investment with Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT – A delegation from the Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s business women wing want to...",positive,0.982258677
"Sri Lanka's dairy SOE, Milco slips further into the red",6/18/2019,Agriculture,"ECONOMYNEXT - Milco (Pvt) Ltd, a state-run firm, has slipped further in to the red in 2018, losing 820 million rupees, u...","Sri Lanka's dairy SOE, Milco slips further into the red ECONOMYNEXT - Milco (Pvt) Ltd, a state-run firm, has slipped further in to the red in 2018, losing 820 million rupees, u...",negative,-0.999589503
Activist asks HRC to inquire into Police lapses in Easter attacks,6/18/2019,Uncategorized,A Human Rights activist is asking the Human Rights Council of Sri Lanka to inquire as to why the Police has not conducte...,Activist asks HRC to inquire into Police lapses in Easter attacks A Human Rights activist is asking the Human Rights Council of Sri Lanka to inquire as to why the Police has not conducte...,negative,-0.991438746
Sri Lanka stock exchange encourages small firms in Kandy to list,6/18/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan stock market authorities have reached out to new, fast growing companies in the central hill co...","Sri Lanka stock exchange encourages small firms in Kandy to list ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan stock market authorities have reached out to new, fast growing companies in the central hill co...",positive,0.995523572
Easter attack probe: Kattankudy police unaware of impending strike,6/18/2019,Uncategorized,Warnings about the Easter Sunday attacks by the terror group led by Zaharan Hashim had been sent to several police divis...,Easter attack probe: Kattankudy police unaware of impending strike Warnings about the Easter Sunday attacks by the terror group led by Zaharan Hashim had been sent to several police divis...,negative,-0.992354155
Sri Lanka needs better nightlife to attract Indian tourists: Minister,6/18/2019,Business,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka needs to develop better entertainment options, especially nightlife, to attract Indian visitors,...","Sri Lanka needs better nightlife to attract Indian tourists: Minister ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka needs to develop better entertainment options, especially nightlife, to attract Indian visitors,...",negative,-0.999435246
No attempts to discourage solar power - Ravi,6/18/2019,Economy,"Minister of Power, Energy and Business Development Ravi Karunanayake said that no decision has been taken to discourage ...","No attempts to discourage solar power - Ravi Minister of Power, Energy and Business Development Ravi Karunanayake said that no decision has been taken to discourage ...",positive,0.985152602
We have done more for the forces than anyone in 20 years - Mangala,6/18/2019,Politics,The current administration has done more for the country's armed forces than those looking to ride into power on the bac...,We have done more for the forces than anyone in 20 years - Mangala The current administration has done more for the country's armed forces than those looking to ride into power on the bac...,positive,0.911947787
"Sri Lanka rupee, gilts open flat, stocks higher",6/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee opened flat at 176.75/85 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Tuesda...,"Sri Lanka rupee, gilts open flat, stocks higher ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee opened flat at 176.75/85 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Tuesda...",negative,-0.997543752
D. A. Rajapaksa Memorial case: AC rejects Gota's revision & writ applications,6/18/2019,Politics,The Court of Appeal today rejected the revision and writ applications filed by former Secretary to the Defence Ministry ...,D. A. Rajapaksa Memorial case: AC rejects Gota's revision & writ applications The Court of Appeal today rejected the revision and writ applications filed by former Secretary to the Defence Ministry ...,negative,-0.992014885
"Sri Lanka tea prices continue slide on bigger volumes, lower quality",6/18/2019,Agriculture,"ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lankan tea prices are continuing a steady decline this year compared with last year, a senior industry ...","Sri Lanka tea prices continue slide on bigger volumes, lower quality ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lankan tea prices are continuing a steady decline this year compared with last year, a senior industry ...",negative,-0.988389134
Chandrika gets top award,6/18/2019,Politics,Former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunge will receive this year’s Common Ground Award given by the United K...,Chandrika gets top award Former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunge will receive this year’s Common Ground Award given by the United K...,positive,0.99927634
Senthilverl drives stock turnover to 4-month high,6/18/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stock market turnover reached 2.2 billion rupees on Monday, reaching a four month high on the back of high n...","Senthilverl drives stock turnover to 4-month high Sri Lanka's stock market turnover reached 2.2 billion rupees on Monday, reaching a four month high on the back of high n...",negative,-0.97804594
Shrine to the Virgin Mary found vandalised in Jaffna,6/18/2019,Uncategorized,The shrine to the Virgin Mary in Maniyamthoddam in Jaffna was found vandalised and its statue smashed on yesterday (17) ...,Shrine to the Virgin Mary found vandalised in Jaffna The shrine to the Virgin Mary in Maniyamthoddam in Jaffna was found vandalised and its statue smashed on yesterday (17) ...,negative,-0.999553263
SL Embassy in the States welcomes canine heroine,6/18/2019,Uncategorized,"The Sri Lankan Embassy in Washington DC warmly welcomed a Mine Detection Dog (MDD) named Yankee last Wednesday (12), whe...","SL Embassy in the States welcomes canine heroine The Sri Lankan Embassy in Washington DC warmly welcomed a Mine Detection Dog (MDD) named Yankee last Wednesday (12), whe...",positive,0.998781741
Panasian Power to raise Rs400mn for solar power from Emerald Sri Lanka fund,6/18/2019,Energy,"Panasian Power Plc, said it plans to raise 400 million rupees from Emerald Fund, which is dedicated to investing in Sri ...","Panasian Power to raise Rs400mn for solar power from Emerald Sri Lanka fund Panasian Power Plc, said it plans to raise 400 million rupees from Emerald Fund, which is dedicated to investing in Sri ...",negative,-0.568385422
Global stocks mostly rise ahead of key Fed meeting,6/18/2019,International news,The world's stock markets mostly ticked upwards on Monday as investors moved cautiously at the start of a busy week pack...,Global stocks mostly rise ahead of key Fed meeting The world's stock markets mostly ticked upwards on Monday as investors moved cautiously at the start of a busy week pack...,negative,-0.668569028
Sri Lanka top cop on the mat over sterilisation scare,6/18/2019,Uncategorized,The senior-most police officer in the North-Western province is under investigation for attempting to cause racial hatre...,Sri Lanka top cop on the mat over sterilisation scare The senior-most police officer in the North-Western province is under investigation for attempting to cause racial hatre...,negative,-0.989563942
Amnesty International calls on Sri Lanka to halt Pakistani refugee returns,6/18/2019,Uncategorized,"Amnesty International is urging Sri Lanka not to forcibly return  asylum-seekers to their home countries, calling it a â...","Amnesty International calls on Sri Lanka to halt Pakistani refugee returns Amnesty International is urging Sri Lanka not to forcibly return  asylum-seekers to their home countries, calling it a â...",negative,-0.976646602
Rain and winds expected in several places across the island,6/18/2019,Weather and Climate,"Showers or thundershowers will occur in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Galle and Mat...","Rain and winds expected in several places across the island Showers or thundershowers will occur in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Galle and Mat...",positive,0.677261949
Single Cigarette sales will be banned -Rajitha,6/18/2019,Health,Health Minister Rajitha Senaratne is promising to ban the selling of one cigarette at a time to the consumer.he cabinet.,Single Cigarette sales will be banned -Rajitha Health Minister Rajitha Senaratne is promising to ban the selling of one cigarette at a time to the consumer.he cabinet.,negative,-0.994086504
"SriLankan Airlines says govt-backed loans not defaulted, but extended",6/17/2019,Aviation,State-run SriLankan Airlines said it had not defaulted on loans backed by the government which the Treasury said it had ...,"SriLankan Airlines says govt-backed loans not defaulted, but extended State-run SriLankan Airlines said it had not defaulted on loans backed by the government which the Treasury said it had ...",positive,0.948775709
"Sri Lanka rupee, bond yields stable at close",6/17/2019,Bonds & Forex,The Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 176.75/85 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Monday while bond yields ...,"Sri Lanka rupee, bond yields stable at close The Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 176.75/85 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Monday while bond yields ...",positive,0.740174234
Sri Lanka's Lanka Ceramic outsources sanitaryware production to China,6/17/2019,Business,"ECONOMYNEXT – Lanka Ceramic, the clay mining company that is part of Sri Lanka’s Royal Ceramics group, has...","Sri Lanka's Lanka Ceramic outsources sanitaryware production to China ECONOMYNEXT – Lanka Ceramic, the clay mining company that is part of Sri Lanka’s Royal Ceramics group, has...",negative,-0.980644226
Palau changes ocean sanctuary plan to allow Japan fishing,6/17/2019,International news,"Koror, Palau | AFP | Monday - The Pacific nation of Palau has amended plans to create a huge marine reserve so Japanese ...","Palau changes ocean sanctuary plan to allow Japan fishing Koror, Palau | AFP | Monday - The Pacific nation of Palau has amended plans to create a huge marine reserve so Japanese ...",negative,-0.979031265
EU states cool on US blaming Iran for Gulf tanker attacks,6/17/2019,International news,"Luxembourg, Luxembourg | AFP | Monday - European states on Monday urged caution in attributing blame for last week's tan...","EU states cool on US blaming Iran for Gulf tanker attacks Luxembourg, Luxembourg | AFP | Monday - European states on Monday urged caution in attributing blame for last week's tan...",negative,-0.971331
"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.02-pct higher, crossings dominate trade",6/17/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.02 percent higher on Monday with crossings dominating activity, which reached a 3-month high...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.02-pct higher, crossings dominate trade Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.02 percent higher on Monday with crossings dominating activity, which reached a 3-month high...",negative,-0.976843774
Aitken Spence Hotels to expand through management contracts in Sri Lanka and abroad,6/17/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence Hotel Holdings will pursue management contracts for overseas hotels to diversify ...,Aitken Spence Hotels to expand through management contracts in Sri Lanka and abroad ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence Hotel Holdings will pursue management contracts for overseas hotels to diversify ...,positive,0.99750489
SLPP opposes referendum idea,6/17/2019,Politics,The Sri Lanka Podu Jana Peramuna has dealt a body blow to President Maithripala Sirisena’s reported plans to conduct a...,SLPP opposes referendum idea The Sri Lanka Podu Jana Peramuna has dealt a body blow to President Maithripala Sirisena’s reported plans to conduct a...,negative,-0.993705571
"Dole Sri Lanka unit cuts costs, improves yields with manual weeding",6/17/2019,Agriculture,"ECONOMYNEXT – Dole Lanka, a unit of the global fresh food producer, said it has found manual weeding an effective...","Dole Sri Lanka unit cuts costs, improves yields with manual weeding ECONOMYNEXT – Dole Lanka, a unit of the global fresh food producer, said it has found manual weeding an effective...",positive,0.998080969
FMM condemns attempts at media suppression through ICCPR Act,6/17/2019,Uncategorized,The Free Media Movement (FMM) says that it strongly condemns all attempts to suppress journalists and media by pursuing ...,FMM condemns attempts at media suppression through ICCPR Act The Free Media Movement (FMM) says that it strongly condemns all attempts to suppress journalists and media by pursuing ...,negative,-0.988789558
Protest calling for the release of writer Sathkumara,6/17/2019,Uncategorized,"A protest was organised in front of the Colombo Fort railway station today (17) by the writers, civil societies, journal...","Protest calling for the release of writer Sathkumara A protest was organised in front of the Colombo Fort railway station today (17) by the writers, civil societies, journal...",negative,-0.990159571
Sri Lanka stocks open 0.11-pct higher,6/17/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks open 0.11 percent higher on buying interest in John Keells Holdings, Commercial Bank of Ceylon and So...","Sri Lanka stocks open 0.11-pct higher Sri Lanka's stocks open 0.11 percent higher on buying interest in John Keells Holdings, Commercial Bank of Ceylon and So...",negative,-0.962881029
Speaker to seek compromise with President,6/17/2019,Politics,Speaker Karu Jayasuriya will chair a meeting in Parliament tomorrow morning seeking to break the deadlock between the Ho...,Speaker to seek compromise with President Speaker Karu Jayasuriya will chair a meeting in Parliament tomorrow morning seeking to break the deadlock between the Ho...,positive,0.711143434
JVP will field presidential candidate; no decision yet on common alliance - Handunnetti,6/17/2019,Politics,"The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) will field a candidate of its own in the upcoming presidential elections, but the pa...","JVP will field presidential candidate; no decision yet on common alliance - Handunnetti The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) will field a candidate of its own in the upcoming presidential elections, but the pa...",negative,-0.990278423
"Sri Lanka stocks open 0.11 percent higher, buying in JKH",6/17/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks open 0.11 percent higher on buying interest in John Keells Holdings, Commercial Bank of Ceylon and So...","Sri Lanka stocks open 0.11 percent higher, buying in JKH Sri Lanka's stocks open 0.11 percent higher on buying interest in John Keells Holdings, Commercial Bank of Ceylon and So...",negative,-0.878788173
"Sri Lanka rupee opens flat, gilt yields steady",6/17/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee opened flat at 176.75/90 against the US dollar in the spot market Monday while ...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens flat, gilt yields steady ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee opened flat at 176.75/90 against the US dollar in the spot market Monday while ...",negative,-0.979653716
"Sri Lanka mini-hydropower unviable without rate hike, developer warns",6/17/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – Developing more mini-hydropower plants in Sri Lanka is becoming increasingly difficult since costs ...,"Sri Lanka mini-hydropower unviable without rate hike, developer warns ECONOMYNEXT – Developing more mini-hydropower plants in Sri Lanka is becoming increasingly difficult since costs ...",negative,-0.998804212
Gota challenges the right of the Trial-at-Bar to hear his case,6/17/2019,Uncategorized,A Petition challenging the right of the Special three-member Trial-at –Bar to hear the case against former Secretary t...,Gota challenges the right of the Trial-at-Bar to hear his case A Petition challenging the right of the Special three-member Trial-at –Bar to hear the case against former Secretary t...,negative,-0.949701846
‘Ravana 1’ to be deployed  into orbit today,6/17/2019,Science,"Sri Lanka’s first satellite ‘Ravana 1’ will be released to orbit today (17), Arthur C Clarke Institute for Modern ...","‘Ravana 1’ to be deployed  into orbit today Sri Lanka’s first satellite ‘Ravana 1’ will be released to orbit today (17), Arthur C Clarke Institute for Modern ...",positive,0.996695757
Schoolgirl found mysteriously dead in Kandeketiya,6/17/2019,Uncategorized,A 19-year-old girl was found dead drowned in Loggal Oya Reservoir in Kandeketiya yesterday (16) evening.,Schoolgirl found mysteriously dead in Kandeketiya A 19-year-old girl was found dead drowned in Loggal Oya Reservoir in Kandeketiya yesterday (16) evening.,negative,-0.995244682
"Tokyo stocks open lower with eyes on trade, central banks",6/17/2019,International news,"Tokyo stocks opened fractionally lower on Monday, tracking falls on Wall Street, with investors' eyes on the US-China tr...","Tokyo stocks open lower with eyes on trade, central banks Tokyo stocks opened fractionally lower on Monday, tracking falls on Wall Street, with investors' eyes on the US-China tr...",negative,-0.996979475
Sri Lanka pegs strongly to US dollar in May,6/17/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's central bank has pegged strongly to the US dollar in May 2019, buying 45 million US dollars from the interba...","Sri Lanka pegs strongly to US dollar in May Sri Lanka's central bank has pegged strongly to the US dollar in May 2019, buying 45 million US dollars from the interba...",negative,-0.92504257
Showers expected in several areas,6/17/2019,Weather and Climate,"Showers or thundershowers will occur in the Western, Central, Sabaragamuwa and Northwestern provinces and in the Galle a...","Showers expected in several areas Showers or thundershowers will occur in the Western, Central, Sabaragamuwa and Northwestern provinces and in the Galle a...",negative,-0.787920654
Pensioners’ salary anomalies removed from next month,6/17/2019,Economy,The Ministry of Finance says that the removal of the pensioners’ salary anomalies will be implemented from 1 July.,Pensioners’ salary anomalies removed from next month The Ministry of Finance says that the removal of the pensioners’ salary anomalies will be implemented from 1 July.,negative,-0.919760466
"Sri Lanka mis-using UN-backed ICCPR law to suppress media, journalists: rights group",6/16/2019,Political News,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka Free Media Movement has condemned the use of a UN backed ICCPR law to suppress media, journalist...","Sri Lanka mis-using UN-backed ICCPR law to suppress media, journalists: rights group ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka Free Media Movement has condemned the use of a UN backed ICCPR law to suppress media, journalist...",negative,-0.995811701
Putin in talks with Sri Lanka President on Russian imports hit by US sanctions,6/16/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena had discussed with President Vladimir Putin, Russian imports to Sri Lanka whi...","Putin in talks with Sri Lanka President on Russian imports hit by US sanctions Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena had discussed with President Vladimir Putin, Russian imports to Sri Lanka whi...",positive,0.608365595
Sri Lanka to hike pensions of pre-2016 retirees,6/16/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will hike pensions of those who retired before December 2015 effective from July 2018, with the basic salary r...","Sri Lanka to hike pensions of pre-2016 retirees Sri Lanka will hike pensions of those who retired before December 2015 effective from July 2018, with the basic salary r...",negative,-0.98367703
Sri Lanka top woman cop fined for jailing teenage girl who refused to lie,6/16/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka's Supreme Court fined an award-winning woman police officer for illegally detaining and intimidating a teenage...,Sri Lanka top woman cop fined for jailing teenage girl who refused to lie Sri Lanka's Supreme Court fined an award-winning woman police officer for illegally detaining and intimidating a teenage...,negative,-0.968419671
India set to raise tariffs on some US goods: reports,6/16/2019,International news,India has decided to raise tariffs on imports of 29 goods from the US after having deferred the move several times since...,India set to raise tariffs on some US goods: reports India has decided to raise tariffs on imports of 29 goods from the US after having deferred the move several times since...,negative,-0.718420029
Thailand to promote tourism to Sri Lanka after Easter Sunday attack,6/16/2019,Business,"The Tourism Authority of Thailand will stand in solidarity with Sri Lanka following the Easter Sunday attack, and promot...","Thailand to promote tourism to Sri Lanka after Easter Sunday attack The Tourism Authority of Thailand will stand in solidarity with Sri Lanka following the Easter Sunday attack, and promot...",negative,-0.98093468
SriLankan Airlines defaults on some state-backed loans,6/15/2019,Aviation,"State-run SriLankan Airlines has defaulted on loans which have been backed by government, a Finance Ministry report has ...","SriLankan Airlines defaults on some state-backed loans State-run SriLankan Airlines has defaulted on loans which have been backed by government, a Finance Ministry report has ...",negative,-0.992580891
"ICC reject Sri Lanka World Cup complaints of 'poor pitches, no pool'",6/15/2019,Culture,World Cup organisers have been forced to defend the quality of the tournament's pitches and facilities after reports of ...,"ICC reject Sri Lanka World Cup complaints of 'poor pitches, no pool' World Cup organisers have been forced to defend the quality of the tournament's pitches and facilities after reports of ...",negative,-0.994042933
"Sri Lanka's services sector continues fall in May, production shows recovery",6/15/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's service sector continued its fall seen in April following the Easter Sunday attack, while the manufacturing ...","Sri Lanka's services sector continues fall in May, production shows recovery Sri Lanka's service sector continued its fall seen in April following the Easter Sunday attack, while the manufacturing ...",negative,-0.984525621
Saudi Arabia extradites Sri Lankans linked to Easter attacks,6/15/2019,Political News,Five Sri Lankans wanted in connection with the Easter bombings that killed 258 people were arrested in Saudi Arabia and ...,Saudi Arabia extradites Sri Lankans linked to Easter attacks Five Sri Lankans wanted in connection with the Easter bombings that killed 258 people were arrested in Saudi Arabia and ...,negative,-0.984508932
ADB to re-finance Sri Lanka's Regional Development Bank micro loans,6/15/2019,Banking,Manila-based Asian Development Bank said it loan 50 million dollars to state-run Regional Development Bank in Sri Lanka ...,ADB to re-finance Sri Lanka's Regional Development Bank micro loans Manila-based Asian Development Bank said it loan 50 million dollars to state-run Regional Development Bank in Sri Lanka ...,negative,-0.996959209
Johannesburg Stock Exchange upgraded with LSEG technology,6/14/2019,ICT,"South Africa's Johannesburg Stock Exchange has been upgrade with London Stock Exchange group platforms to trade equity, ...","Johannesburg Stock Exchange upgraded with LSEG technology South Africa's Johannesburg Stock Exchange has been upgrade with London Stock Exchange group platforms to trade equity, ...",positive,0.960098386
"Sri Lanka to shut casinos, bars, bans sale of meat, alcohol for Buddhist festival",6/14/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka has order casinos, liquor bars, horse racing bookies and slaughter houses to be closed for the Buddhist poson ...","Sri Lanka to shut casinos, bars, bans sale of meat, alcohol for Buddhist festival Sri Lanka has order casinos, liquor bars, horse racing bookies and slaughter houses to be closed for the Buddhist poson ...",negative,-0.987210512
Sri Lanka’s Royal Ceramics group expands contract manufacture in India,6/14/2019,Business,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Royal Ceramics group, the dominant domestic tile and sanitaryware manufacturer, ...","Sri Lanka’s Royal Ceramics group expands contract manufacture in India ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Royal Ceramics group, the dominant domestic tile and sanitaryware manufacturer, ...",positive,0.991684318
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.07-pct lower,6/14/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.07 percent lower on selling interest in Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka, Car...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.07-pct lower ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.07 percent lower on selling interest in Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka, Car...",negative,-0.999397278
Sri Lanka gets ADB aid to expand solar power use,6/14/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a project under which Sri Lanka will get aid to adopt...,Sri Lanka gets ADB aid to expand solar power use ECONOMYNEXT – The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a project under which Sri Lanka will get aid to adopt...,positive,0.93200022
Bad loans at banks in Sri Lanka surge after 2018 monetary instability,6/14/2019,Banking,"Bad loans in Sri Lanka's listed banks have surged in the first quarter of 2019, as the credit system emerged from moneta...","Bad loans at banks in Sri Lanka surge after 2018 monetary instability Bad loans in Sri Lanka's listed banks have surged in the first quarter of 2019, as the credit system emerged from moneta...",negative,-0.980258346
Zahran linked to three IS cases in India,6/14/2019,Uncategorized,"Indian newspaper The Hindu, quoting the National Investigation Agency (NIA), reports that Sri Lanka's Easter attack mast...","Zahran linked to three IS cases in India Indian newspaper The Hindu, quoting the National Investigation Agency (NIA), reports that Sri Lanka's Easter attack mast...",negative,-0.98613435
"Sri Lanka stocks open higher, gilt yields ease",6/14/2019,Markets,The Sri Lanka rupee marginally weaker at 176.65/70 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond ...,"Sri Lanka stocks open higher, gilt yields ease The Sri Lanka rupee marginally weaker at 176.65/70 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond ...",negative,-0.960249186
Negombo fisherman missing after boat capsizes,6/14/2019,Uncategorized,A fisherman who set out to sea from Negombo today (14) has gone missing after the boat he was in with three other people...,Negombo fisherman missing after boat capsizes A fisherman who set out to sea from Negombo today (14) has gone missing after the boat he was in with three other people...,negative,-0.998766303
Avant Garde case: AC to rule on Gota's appeal on 26 July,6/14/2019,Politics,The Court of Appeal will on 26 July deliver a ruling on the revision application filed by Former Secretary to the Minist...,Avant Garde case: AC to rule on Gota's appeal on 26 July The Court of Appeal will on 26 July deliver a ruling on the revision application filed by Former Secretary to the Minist...,positive,0.983612776
Sri Lanka consumer demand to recover in 4Q19: FC Research,6/14/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's consumer demand is expected to remain weak until the last quarter of 2019 after the Presidential Election is...,Sri Lanka consumer demand to recover in 4Q19: FC Research Sri Lanka's consumer demand is expected to remain weak until the last quarter of 2019 after the Presidential Election is...,negative,-0.999170303
Singapore ready for collective counter-terrorism effort,6/14/2019,Uncategorized,Cooperation in counter-terrorism figured in discussions between Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and Singapore Law & ...,Singapore ready for collective counter-terrorism effort Cooperation in counter-terrorism figured in discussions between Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and Singapore Law & ...,positive,0.979579806
"Sri Lanka sells 2-yr bond at 9.79-pct, 9-yr bond at 10.63-pct",6/14/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka sold a 2-year bond and a 9-year bond at close to market rates at Thursday's auction which will be settled on J...,"Sri Lanka sells 2-yr bond at 9.79-pct, 9-yr bond at 10.63-pct Sri Lanka sold a 2-year bond and a 9-year bond at close to market rates at Thursday's auction which will be settled on J...",negative,-0.987171352
Nasheed wants world to visit SL,6/14/2019,Uncategorized,"Expressing solidarity with the country's South Asian neighbour, Maldives Speaker and Former President Mohamed Nasheed to...","Nasheed wants world to visit SL Expressing solidarity with the country's South Asian neighbour, Maldives Speaker and Former President Mohamed Nasheed to...",positive,0.971869528
Oil prices surge after suspected attacks on tankers,6/14/2019,International news,"World oil prices rose Thursday following suspected attacks on two tankers in the Gulf of Oman, worsening frayed tensions...","Oil prices surge after suspected attacks on tankers World oil prices rose Thursday following suspected attacks on two tankers in the Gulf of Oman, worsening frayed tensions...",negative,-0.985565364
Showers to continue today,6/14/2019,Weather and Climate,"Showers or thundershowers will occur in the Western, Southern, Central, Sabaragamuwa and Northwestern provinces today, t...","Showers to continue today Showers or thundershowers will occur in the Western, Southern, Central, Sabaragamuwa and Northwestern provinces today, t...",positive,0.85718888
Tensions surge as US accuses Iran of attacking tanker,6/14/2019,International news,"The United States accused Iran of carrying out attacks that left two tankers ablaze in the Gulf of Oman on Thursday, esc...","Tensions surge as US accuses Iran of attacking tanker The United States accused Iran of carrying out attacks that left two tankers ablaze in the Gulf of Oman on Thursday, esc...",negative,-0.93543458
Five Easter terror suspects brought back from Dubai,6/14/2019,Uncategorized,Five suspects arrested in Dubai for allegedly being involved in the Easter Sunday attacks were brought back to Sri Lanka...,Five Easter terror suspects brought back from Dubai Five suspects arrested in Dubai for allegedly being involved in the Easter Sunday attacks were brought back to Sri Lanka...,negative,-0.967323482
Islamic country envoys acknowledge need for common law,6/14/2019,Politics,Envoys of 17 Islamic countries have told Speaker Karu Jayasuriya that they acknowledge the need for a universal law comm...,Islamic country envoys acknowledge need for common law Envoys of 17 Islamic countries have told Speaker Karu Jayasuriya that they acknowledge the need for a universal law comm...,positive,0.995129824
Sri Lanka to track tourism businesses to ensure fast recovery from bombings,6/14/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government will track selected tourism businesses to ensure fast recovery from A...,Sri Lanka to track tourism businesses to ensure fast recovery from bombings ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government will track selected tourism businesses to ensure fast recovery from A...,positive,0.983166456
Sri Lanka law chief orders swift resolution of cold cases,6/13/2019,Legal,"Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | Thursday - Sri Lanka's attorney-general ordered police Thursday to speed up investigations in...","Sri Lanka law chief orders swift resolution of cold cases Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | Thursday - Sri Lanka's attorney-general ordered police Thursday to speed up investigations in...",positive,0.966780424
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields down",6/13/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 176.60/70 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on T...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields down ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 176.60/70 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on T...",negative,-0.997933269
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.16-pct higher,6/13/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Colombo’s stock market closed 0.16 percent higher Thursday with buying seen in Distilleries ...,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.16-pct higher ECONOMYNEXT – Colombo’s stock market closed 0.16 percent higher Thursday with buying seen in Distilleries ...,negative,-0.992377758
Spanish investor to build cabana hotel near Sri Lanka’s Yala nature reserve,6/13/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – A Spanish investor is to build a hotel with 43 luxury cabanas close to the Yala nature reserve on S...,Spanish investor to build cabana hotel near Sri Lanka’s Yala nature reserve ECONOMYNEXT – A Spanish investor is to build a hotel with 43 luxury cabanas close to the Yala nature reserve on S...,positive,0.676646233
Sri Lanka gathering data on stocks to relax maize imports,6/13/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is awaiting an assessment of domestic stocks to give maize import license for the poultry sector which has bee...,Sri Lanka gathering data on stocks to relax maize imports Sri Lanka is awaiting an assessment of domestic stocks to give maize import license for the poultry sector which has bee...,negative,-0.988894701
Sri Lanka Cardinal calls for 'strong leader' with backbone,6/13/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's bombed Catholic church was reconsecrated Wednesday with a prayer for a strong national leader to punish thos...,Sri Lanka Cardinal calls for 'strong leader' with backbone Sri Lanka's bombed Catholic church was reconsecrated Wednesday with a prayer for a strong national leader to punish thos...,negative,-0.9820472
"Oil prices jump as tankers hit in Gulf, US navy says gets distress calls",6/13/2019,International news,"Dubai, United Arab Emirates | AFP | Thursday - The US Fifth Fleet said on Thursday that its vessels in the Middle East h...","Oil prices jump as tankers hit in Gulf, US navy says gets distress calls Dubai, United Arab Emirates | AFP | Thursday - The US Fifth Fleet said on Thursday that its vessels in the Middle East h...",negative,-0.989506543
Sri Lanka govt hikes allowance for differently-abled people,6/13/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government will increase a monthly allowance given to differently-abled people t...,Sri Lanka govt hikes allowance for differently-abled people ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government will increase a monthly allowance given to differently-abled people t...,negative,-0.946372688
"Sri Lanka's Abans group net profit hits Rs894mn, sales down",6/13/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Family-owned Sri Lankan consumer durables retailer Abans group said net profit rose sharply last ye...,"Sri Lanka's Abans group net profit hits Rs894mn, sales down ECONOMYNEXT – Family-owned Sri Lankan consumer durables retailer Abans group said net profit rose sharply last ye...",negative,-0.997088253
MR is right; Prez & PM must resolve differences - Duminda,6/13/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe must resolve their differences and bring about an...,MR is right; Prez & PM must resolve differences - Duminda President Maithripala Sirisena and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe must resolve their differences and bring about an...,positive,0.999030113
Why PSC when Penal Code would suffice? - UPFA,6/13/2019,Politics,"Casting doubt on the integrity of the Parliamentary Select Committee (PSC) probing the Easter Sunday bombings, the Unite...","Why PSC when Penal Code would suffice? - UPFA Casting doubt on the integrity of the Parliamentary Select Committee (PSC) probing the Easter Sunday bombings, the Unite...",negative,-0.994625032
Sri Lanka’s eChannelling AI-based ‘Chatbot’ for doctor appointments,6/13/2019,ICT,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka’s eChannelling in collaboration with France’s Autochatic has introduced an Artifici...,Sri Lanka’s eChannelling AI-based ‘Chatbot’ for doctor appointments ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka’s eChannelling in collaboration with France’s Autochatic has introduced an Artifici...,positive,0.914631307
Prez & PM being abroad at once not unprecedented - Harrison,6/13/2019,Politics,"Insisting that the President and Prime Minister being out of the country at the same time is not unprecedented, Minister...","Prez & PM being abroad at once not unprecedented - Harrison Insisting that the President and Prime Minister being out of the country at the same time is not unprecedented, Minister...",negative,-0.99669987
Sri Lanka rupee opens steady,6/13/2019,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's rupee opened unchanged at 176.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens steady ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's rupee opened unchanged at 176.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market, dealers said.",positive,0.975327194
Cabinet to reconvene Tuesday - Mano,6/13/2019,Politics,"The Cabinet of Ministers will reconvene next Tuesday (18), Minister of National Integration Mano Ganesan said.","Cabinet to reconvene Tuesday - Mano The Cabinet of Ministers will reconvene next Tuesday (18), Minister of National Integration Mano Ganesan said.",positive,0.988923728
Sri Lanka's stocks open stronger,6/13/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's stocks opened 0.07 percent higher with buying seen in LOLC Finance PLC, Dunamis Capital PLC an...","Sri Lanka's stocks open stronger ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's stocks opened 0.07 percent higher with buying seen in LOLC Finance PLC, Dunamis Capital PLC an...",positive,0.972560525
Hong Kong leads way again in fresh Asia market sell-off,6/13/2019,International news,Asian markets fell again Thursday with Hong Kong suffering a second straight day of heavy losses as investors fret over ...,Hong Kong leads way again in fresh Asia market sell-off Asian markets fell again Thursday with Hong Kong suffering a second straight day of heavy losses as investors fret over ...,negative,-0.998946369
"Telegram hit by cyber-attack, CEO points to HK protests, China",6/13/2019,ICT,"Encrypted messaging service Telegram suffered a major cyber-attack that appeared to originate from China, the company's ...","Telegram hit by cyber-attack, CEO points to HK protests, China Encrypted messaging service Telegram suffered a major cyber-attack that appeared to originate from China, the company's ...",negative,-0.999622345
Sri Lanka Auditor General bares Rs186bn 'contingent liability' fiddle on RDA loans,6/13/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's Auditor General has bared an accounting fiddle where 186 billion rupees of loans taken by the Road Developme...,Sri Lanka Auditor General bares Rs186bn 'contingent liability' fiddle on RDA loans Sri Lanka's Auditor General has bared an accounting fiddle where 186 billion rupees of loans taken by the Road Developme...,negative,-0.991020739
"AG directs CID to expedite Lasantha, Thajudeen & other cases",6/13/2019,Politics,Attorney General Dappula De Livera today issued fresh directives to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to exped...,"AG directs CID to expedite Lasantha, Thajudeen & other cases Attorney General Dappula De Livera today issued fresh directives to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to exped...",negative,-0.956241965
India arrests 'facebook friend' of Sri Lanka Easter bomber Zaharan,6/13/2019,Legal,Indian anti-terrorism officers conducted raids against Islamic State group supporters in seven locations in the country'...,India arrests 'facebook friend' of Sri Lanka Easter bomber Zaharan Indian anti-terrorism officers conducted raids against Islamic State group supporters in seven locations in the country'...,negative,-0.976300001
Fall army moth repellent LED researched in Sri Lanka by Japan's Tosslec,6/13/2019,ICT,"Kyoto, Japan based Tosslec Company Ltd is developing an agricultural light at its unit in Sri Lanka to repel the adult o...","Fall army moth repellent LED researched in Sri Lanka by Japan's Tosslec Kyoto, Japan based Tosslec Company Ltd is developing an agricultural light at its unit in Sri Lanka to repel the adult o...",negative,-0.920127153
Allowance hike for differently abled,6/13/2019,Economy,"The monthly allowance for differently abled persons is to be increased from Rs. 2,000 to Rs. 5,000, Finance Minister Man...","Allowance hike for differently abled The monthly allowance for differently abled persons is to be increased from Rs. 2,000 to Rs. 5,000, Finance Minister Man...",negative,-0.959112406
Japan to help Sri Lanka combat global terrorism,6/13/2019,Uncategorized,A bilateral defence agreement between Sri Lanka and Japan was among matters taken up at discussions held between Prime M...,Japan to help Sri Lanka combat global terrorism A bilateral defence agreement between Sri Lanka and Japan was among matters taken up at discussions held between Prime M...,positive,0.664256692
Supreme Court holds no need to arrest Madumadhawa,6/13/2019,Uncategorized,The Supreme Court today ruled that there was no need to arrest Pivithuru Hela Urumaya (PHU) Deputy Leader Madumadhawa Ar...,Supreme Court holds no need to arrest Madumadhawa The Supreme Court today ruled that there was no need to arrest Pivithuru Hela Urumaya (PHU) Deputy Leader Madumadhawa Ar...,positive,0.955993772
"European Union urges mutual respect, tolerance for Muslims in Sri Lanka",6/12/2019,Political News,"Political and religious pressure being directed at Sri Lanka's Muslim community must be stopped, the Delegation of the E...","European Union urges mutual respect, tolerance for Muslims in Sri Lanka Political and religious pressure being directed at Sri Lanka's Muslim community must be stopped, the Delegation of the E...",negative,-0.979504526
"Sri Lanka rupee slips at close, bond yields edge up",6/12/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 176.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields edged up...,"Sri Lanka rupee slips at close, bond yields edge up Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 176.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond yields edged up...",negative,-0.970314443
"Sri Lanka rejects 12-month bills, rates stable on shorter tenors",6/12/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's state debt office rejected 12-month bills at its weekly auction on Wednesday, while yields on shorter maturi...","Sri Lanka rejects 12-month bills, rates stable on shorter tenors Sri Lanka's state debt office rejected 12-month bills at its weekly auction on Wednesday, while yields on shorter maturi...",negative,-0.992953002
Hambantota positioned as Sri Lanka's multi-purpose port,6/12/2019,Logistics,A Chinese-managed Hambantota port on Sri Lanka’s south coast is being positioned as a multi-purpose port with fac...,Hambantota positioned as Sri Lanka's multi-purpose port A Chinese-managed Hambantota port on Sri Lanka’s south coast is being positioned as a multi-purpose port with fac...,positive,0.614849329
Pakistan vows to raise revenues with new budget following IMF deal,6/12/2019,International news,Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's government vowed to collect more taxes and make spending cuts in a closely watched ...,Pakistan vows to raise revenues with new budget following IMF deal Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's government vowed to collect more taxes and make spending cuts in a closely watched ...,positive,0.975868106
Sri Lanka Insurance develops travel cover for tourists after Easter bombing,6/12/2019,Finance,Sri Lanka's state-owned Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation (SLIC) is awaiting approval from the government to issue travel ...,Sri Lanka Insurance develops travel cover for tourists after Easter bombing Sri Lanka's state-owned Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation (SLIC) is awaiting approval from the government to issue travel ...,negative,-0.982883394
"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.84-pct higher, buying in Melstacorp",6/12/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.84 percent higher on Wednesday with buying interest on Melstacorp, Carson Cumberbatch and Di...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.84-pct higher, buying in Melstacorp Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.84 percent higher on Wednesday with buying interest on Melstacorp, Carson Cumberbatch and Di...",negative,-0.989476204
"Sri Lanka's DIMO enters Myanmar, Uganda power sector",6/12/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka's Diesel & Motor Engineering Plc, which has local power generation and transmission equipment operations, has ...","Sri Lanka's DIMO enters Myanmar, Uganda power sector Sri Lanka's Diesel & Motor Engineering Plc, which has local power generation and transmission equipment operations, has ...",negative,-0.976323307
"Sri Lanka in talks with UN anti terror chief on countering violent extremism, foreign fighters",6/12/2019,Defence,ECONOMYNEXT – Measures Sri Lanka needs to take to counter violent extremism and stop the flow of foreign terroris...,"Sri Lanka in talks with UN anti terror chief on countering violent extremism, foreign fighters ECONOMYNEXT – Measures Sri Lanka needs to take to counter violent extremism and stop the flow of foreign terroris...",negative,-0.981398761
Non-financial public enterprises in Sri Lanka bust Rs129bn in 2018 as soft-peg collapses,6/12/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's 40 main non-financial public corporations (NFPEs) have lost 129 billion rupees in on a net basis in 2018 or ...,Non-financial public enterprises in Sri Lanka bust Rs129bn in 2018 as soft-peg collapses Sri Lanka's 40 main non-financial public corporations (NFPEs) have lost 129 billion rupees in on a net basis in 2018 or ...,negative,-0.999118388
Sri Lanka heading for new crisis with President- Parliament standoff: minister,6/12/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena, should behave like an adult instead of heading for another confrontation wit...","Sri Lanka heading for new crisis with President- Parliament standoff: minister Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena, should behave like an adult instead of heading for another confrontation wit...",negative,-0.979771972
Five promotional tour packages launched to attract Indian tourists - SLTPB,6/12/2019,Economy,"The Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB), in partnership with a number of state and private sector stakeholders, t...","Five promotional tour packages launched to attract Indian tourists - SLTPB The Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB), in partnership with a number of state and private sector stakeholders, t...",positive,0.955697596
President trying to create second constitutional crisis by boycotting Cabinet - Champika,6/12/2019,Politics,"Minister of Megapolis and Western Development Patali Champika Ranawaka said that, by boycotting Cabinet meetings, Presid...","President trying to create second constitutional crisis by boycotting Cabinet - Champika Minister of Megapolis and Western Development Patali Champika Ranawaka said that, by boycotting Cabinet meetings, Presid...",negative,-0.996735394
"Sri Lanka rupee, bond yields steady at open",6/12/2019,Bonds & Forex,The Sri Lanka rupee was trading at 176.45/55 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market mid-morning on Wednesday wh...,"Sri Lanka rupee, bond yields steady at open The Sri Lanka rupee was trading at 176.45/55 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market mid-morning on Wednesday wh...",negative,-0.976240277
"ADB to study Sri Lanka as LNG hub, supplying Maldives",6/12/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – The Asian Development Bank will fund a study on the feasibility of setting up a liquefied natural g...,"ADB to study Sri Lanka as LNG hub, supplying Maldives ECONOMYNEXT – The Asian Development Bank will fund a study on the feasibility of setting up a liquefied natural g...",positive,0.933213115
"""Whole government"" approach to fighting terror",6/12/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka will take a “whole of government” approach to fighting global terror, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said...","""Whole government"" approach to fighting terror Sri Lanka will take a “whole of government” approach to fighting global terror, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said...",negative,-0.648656487
Contempt charges against Ranjan,6/12/2019,Politics,The Supreme Court today (12) ordered the Attorney General to file contempt of court charges against Actor-Politician Ran...,Contempt charges against Ranjan The Supreme Court today (12) ordered the Attorney General to file contempt of court charges against Actor-Politician Ran...,negative,-0.99564147
Stocks rally as rate cut prospect offsets trade war tensions,6/12/2019,International news,Global stocks mostly rose Tuesday with the prospect of a US interest rate cut and broader central bank dovishness helpin...,Stocks rally as rate cut prospect offsets trade war tensions Global stocks mostly rose Tuesday with the prospect of a US interest rate cut and broader central bank dovishness helpin...,negative,-0.984538972
Strong winds to continue across island,6/12/2019,Weather and Climate,"e prevailing windy condition in the northern part of the island is expected to continue in the coming days, the Departme...","Strong winds to continue across island e prevailing windy condition in the northern part of the island is expected to continue in the coming days, the Departme...",positive,0.871963978
Muslim MPs ready to comply with Maha Sangha's decisions - Hakeem,6/12/2019,Politics,"Muslim Parliamentarians will comply with decisions taken by the Maha Sangha, Former Minister and Sri Lanka Muslim Congre...","Muslim MPs ready to comply with Maha Sangha's decisions - Hakeem Muslim Parliamentarians will comply with decisions taken by the Maha Sangha, Former Minister and Sri Lanka Muslim Congre...",positive,0.987481594
Sri Lanka MPs defy president to resume Easter attack probe,6/12/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's parliament Tuesday defied President Maithripala Sirisena and resumed investigations into security lapses sur...,Sri Lanka MPs defy president to resume Easter attack probe Sri Lanka's parliament Tuesday defied President Maithripala Sirisena and resumed investigations into security lapses sur...,negative,-0.9855057
Poson Week begins today,6/12/2019,Uncategorized,"The Ministry of Internal and Home Affairs has announced a national Poson Week, starting today (12).","Poson Week begins today The Ministry of Internal and Home Affairs has announced a national Poson Week, starting today (12).",positive,0.981375337
"Sri Lanka rupee closes flat, bond yields ease",6/11/2019,Bonds & Forex,The Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 176.45/55 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yie...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes flat, bond yields ease The Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 176.45/55 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yie...",negative,-0.998253882
Sri Lanka’s Elephant House 'sugar free' line scrapped,6/11/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's Ceylon Cold Stores, which operates the Elephant House food and beverage brand, scrapped its 'Go Sugar Free' ...","Sri Lanka’s Elephant House 'sugar free' line scrapped Sri Lanka's Ceylon Cold Stores, which operates the Elephant House food and beverage brand, scrapped its 'Go Sugar Free' ...",negative,-0.999597013
"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.23-pct up, buying in Combank, Asiri Hospitals",6/11/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.23 percent higher on Tuesday with buying in Commercial Bank and Asiri Hospital Holdings, whi...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.23-pct up, buying in Combank, Asiri Hospitals Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.23 percent higher on Tuesday with buying in Commercial Bank and Asiri Hospital Holdings, whi...",negative,-0.989103317
India shows Sri Lanka love in the air,6/11/2019,Aviation,Air India will resume its additional flight on the Delhi-Colombo route from July 15 after Indian Prime Minister Narendra...,India shows Sri Lanka love in the air Air India will resume its additional flight on the Delhi-Colombo route from July 15 after Indian Prime Minister Narendra...,positive,0.999250352
Sri Lanka industrial activity falls to 3-yr low in April amid Easter terror,6/11/2019,Business,"Industrial activity in Sri Lanka slumped to a 3-year low in April 2019, as traditional holidays, followed by the Easter ...","Sri Lanka industrial activity falls to 3-yr low in April amid Easter terror Industrial activity in Sri Lanka slumped to a 3-year low in April 2019, as traditional holidays, followed by the Easter ...",negative,-0.999340832
KPMG Sri Lanka to unveil global CEO survey report,6/11/2019,Business,Audit firm KPMG International’s Sri Lanka unit said it will release the results of a global CEO survey in Colombo...,KPMG Sri Lanka to unveil global CEO survey report Audit firm KPMG International’s Sri Lanka unit said it will release the results of a global CEO survey in Colombo...,negative,-0.786574602
Sheahan Arasaratnam made head of Standard Chartered Sri Lanka retail banking,6/11/2019,Culture,"Sheahan Arasaratnam, a banker with over 25 years of experience as head of retail banking in Sri Lanka, Standard Chartere...","Sheahan Arasaratnam made head of Standard Chartered Sri Lanka retail banking Sheahan Arasaratnam, a banker with over 25 years of experience as head of retail banking in Sri Lanka, Standard Chartere...",positive,0.997442007
Mahanama and Piyadasa to be indicted -CIABOC,6/11/2019,Uncategorized,The Bribery Commission intends to file indictments against two senior government officials for allegedly accepting a bri...,Mahanama and Piyadasa to be indicted -CIABOC The Bribery Commission intends to file indictments against two senior government officials for allegedly accepting a bri...,negative,-0.987183571
New electorate and district organisers appointed for SLFP,6/11/2019,Politics,Chairman of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) President Maithripala Sirisena handed the letters of appointment for the ...,New electorate and district organisers appointed for SLFP Chairman of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) President Maithripala Sirisena handed the letters of appointment for the ...,positive,0.989947259
Moratuwa Mayor protests President's remarks,6/11/2019,Politics,The Mayor of Moratuwa W. Samanlal Fernando launched a fast unto death in front of the Municipal Council building today (...,Moratuwa Mayor protests President's remarks The Mayor of Moratuwa W. Samanlal Fernando launched a fast unto death in front of the Municipal Council building today (...,negative,-0.985570788
Sri Lanka's Watawala Dairy avoids pitfalls of foreign cows,6/11/2019,Agriculture,The dairy subsidiary of Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings Plc has reduced the risk of diseases hitting yields of imported mi...,Sri Lanka's Watawala Dairy avoids pitfalls of foreign cows The dairy subsidiary of Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings Plc has reduced the risk of diseases hitting yields of imported mi...,negative,-0.769866824
Japanese envoy in Sri Lanka next week,6/11/2019,Uncategorized,Special Advisor to the Japanese Prime Minister Dr. Hiroto Izumi will be in Sri Lanka between 20 and 22 June.,Japanese envoy in Sri Lanka next week Special Advisor to the Japanese Prime Minister Dr. Hiroto Izumi will be in Sri Lanka between 20 and 22 June.,positive,0.990413606
"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, gilt yields fall",6/11/2019,Bonds & Forex,The Sri Lanka rupee opened flat at 176.45/50 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Tuesday while bond yields e...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, gilt yields fall The Sri Lanka rupee opened flat at 176.45/50 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Tuesday while bond yields e...",negative,-0.931136847
Civil Society wants PM not to compromise on PSC,6/11/2019,Politics,Civil Society activists are demanding that the government not give in to pressure to scuttle the Parliamentary Select Co...,Civil Society wants PM not to compromise on PSC Civil Society activists are demanding that the government not give in to pressure to scuttle the Parliamentary Select Co...,negative,-0.504880726
Govt will help modernise carpentry - PM,6/11/2019,Economy,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says that the Government will provide maximum assistance to modernise and develop ca...,Govt will help modernise carpentry - PM Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says that the Government will provide maximum assistance to modernise and develop ca...,positive,0.995559573
All Sri Lankans must stand up to communalism - Mangala,6/11/2019,Politics,"Every citizen of every faith, from Dondra Head to Point Pedro, should stand up for a new Sri Lanka, Finance Minister Man...","All Sri Lankans must stand up to communalism - Mangala Every citizen of every faith, from Dondra Head to Point Pedro, should stand up for a new Sri Lanka, Finance Minister Man...",positive,0.995694637
Global stocks gain as Mexican tariffs averted,6/11/2019,International news,Global stocks cheered Monday after US President Donald Trump dropped a plan to impose tariffs on all Mexican goods after...,Global stocks gain as Mexican tariffs averted Global stocks cheered Monday after US President Donald Trump dropped a plan to impose tariffs on all Mexican goods after...,negative,-0.963282406
Sri Lanka economic growth not dented despite Easter attacks: FinMin,6/11/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's economic growth will not fall below targets in 2019 despite fallout from the Easter Sunday terror, Finance M...","Sri Lanka economic growth not dented despite Easter attacks: FinMin Sri Lanka's economic growth will not fall below targets in 2019 despite fallout from the Easter Sunday terror, Finance M...",positive,0.982541263
Five persons apprehended for illegal fishing,6/11/2019,Politics,"The Navy arrested five individuals who were engaged in illegal fishing near the Round Island, Trincomalee, yesterday (10...","Five persons apprehended for illegal fishing The Navy arrested five individuals who were engaged in illegal fishing near the Round Island, Trincomalee, yesterday (10...",negative,-0.983348072
US State Secretary Mike Pompeo to visit Sri Lanka,6/11/2019,Uncategorized,"US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will visit Sri Lanka between 24 and 28 June, the  US Department of State announced yes...","US State Secretary Mike Pompeo to visit Sri Lanka US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will visit Sri Lanka between 24 and 28 June, the  US Department of State announced yes...",positive,0.998519599
No Cabinet meeting today as government remains deadlocked,6/11/2019,Politics,There will be no customary weekly Cabinet meeting today as the stand-off between the President and Parliament continues ...,No Cabinet meeting today as government remains deadlocked There will be no customary weekly Cabinet meeting today as the stand-off between the President and Parliament continues ...,negative,-0.99103421
Normal Petrol price now Rs. 138 per litre,6/11/2019,Uncategorized,The price of a litre of 92 Octane petrol went up by three rupees to 138 rupees from midnight Monday,Normal Petrol price now Rs. 138 per litre The price of a litre of 92 Octane petrol went up by three rupees to 138 rupees from midnight Monday,negative,-0.991660058
Petrol price in Sri Lanka raised to Rs138 a litre,6/10/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's government will raise the price of a litre of 92 Octane petrol by three rupees to 138 rupees f...,Petrol price in Sri Lanka raised to Rs138 a litre ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's government will raise the price of a litre of 92 Octane petrol by three rupees to 138 rupees f...,negative,-0.86630708
"Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo to re-open on June 12",6/10/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's Shangri-La Colombo, which was one of three hotels hit by suicide bombers on Easter Sunday will re-open on Ju...","Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo to re-open on June 12 Sri Lanka's Shangri-La Colombo, which was one of three hotels hit by suicide bombers on Easter Sunday will re-open on Ju...",negative,-0.936196387
"Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger, gilt yields up",6/10/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee closed firm at 176.45/50 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Monday...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger, gilt yields up ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee closed firm at 176.45/50 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Monday...",negative,-0.872525275
"Sri Lanka rupee closes firmer, gilt yields gain",6/10/2019,Bonds & Forex,The Sri Lanka rupee closed firm at 176.45/50 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Monday while bond yields ed...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes firmer, gilt yields gain The Sri Lanka rupee closed firm at 176.45/50 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Monday while bond yields ed...",negative,-0.97971797
Cruise ships return to Sri Lanka as security improves,6/10/2019,Business,Cruise ships have begun calling at Sri Lanka's ports as security improved and travel advisories are being lifted as auth...,Cruise ships return to Sri Lanka as security improves Cruise ships have begun calling at Sri Lanka's ports as security improved and travel advisories are being lifted as auth...,negative,-0.993502557
Sanasa Development Bank buys Sri Lanka mobile payment start-up Upay,6/10/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Sanasa Development Bank (SDB) has bought the UPay mobile payment platform for 20...,Sanasa Development Bank buys Sri Lanka mobile payment start-up Upay ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Sanasa Development Bank (SDB) has bought the UPay mobile payment platform for 20...,negative,-0.962391019
"Sri Lankan stocks close 0.5-pct up, buying in JKH, Cargills, Distilleries",6/10/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Colombo’s stock market closed 0.47 percent higher Monday with buying seen in John Keells Hol...,"Sri Lankan stocks close 0.5-pct up, buying in JKH, Cargills, Distilleries ECONOMYNEXT – Colombo’s stock market closed 0.47 percent higher Monday with buying seen in John Keells Hol...",negative,-0.995830476
Hayleys Sri Lanka in moves to cut debt burden,6/10/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Hayleys conglomerate has said its high indebtedness could be risky and plans to ...,Hayleys Sri Lanka in moves to cut debt burden ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Hayleys conglomerate has said its high indebtedness could be risky and plans to ...,negative,-0.985580862
Sakvithi out on bail,6/10/2019,Uncategorized,"After nine long years in remand custody, alleged fraudster Chandana Weerakumara alias Sakvithi Ranasinghe is out on bail...","Sakvithi out on bail After nine long years in remand custody, alleged fraudster Chandana Weerakumara alias Sakvithi Ranasinghe is out on bail...",negative,-0.623262286
"Cuba's overseas medical brigade a forced labour sham, ex-staffers say",6/10/2019,International news,A great source of pride for communist Cuba is a medical corps that has fanned out across the globe for decades to help p...,"Cuba's overseas medical brigade a forced labour sham, ex-staffers say A great source of pride for communist Cuba is a medical corps that has fanned out across the globe for decades to help p...",positive,0.994157553
Prime lending rate in Sri Lanka drops 38-bp in a week,6/10/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's average prime lending rate has dropped 38 basis points in the week to June 07, the central bank data showed,...","Prime lending rate in Sri Lanka drops 38-bp in a week Sri Lanka's average prime lending rate has dropped 38 basis points in the week to June 07, the central bank data showed,...",negative,-0.998964787
Acting appointments for Sri Lanka ministries of resigned Muslim ministers,6/10/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena had made acting appointments in place of several Muslim ministers who resigne...,Acting appointments for Sri Lanka ministries of resigned Muslim ministers Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena had made acting appointments in place of several Muslim ministers who resigne...,positive,0.695920587
BIA reopens arrival and departure lobbies for visitors,6/10/2019,Uncategorized,The Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) has lifted the restrictions on permitting visitors to its arrival and depar...,BIA reopens arrival and departure lobbies for visitors The Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) has lifted the restrictions on permitting visitors to its arrival and depar...,positive,0.979623616
Luxury cruise ship docked at H’tota Port last week,6/10/2019,Economy,"The luxury cruise liner ‘Europa 2’ docked at the Hambantota Port last week for an overnight stay, allowing over 200 ...","Luxury cruise ship docked at H’tota Port last week The luxury cruise liner ‘Europa 2’ docked at the Hambantota Port last week for an overnight stay, allowing over 200 ...",positive,0.914263368
"Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, bonds wider",6/10/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee opened firmer at 176.45/60  rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Monday, while bond yield...","Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, bonds wider The Sri Lanka rupee opened firmer at 176.45/60  rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Monday, while bond yield...",negative,-0.982731998
Foreign investors sell some rupee bonds after rate cut,6/10/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka foreign investors have sold about 3.47 billion rupees of (about 20 million US dollars) in the week to June 04,...","Foreign investors sell some rupee bonds after rate cut Sri Lanka foreign investors have sold about 3.47 billion rupees of (about 20 million US dollars) in the week to June 04,...",negative,-0.98491019
Modi visit: Cooperation in national & regional defence discussed,6/10/2019,Uncategorized,"In discussions held with visiting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi yesterday, Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has...","Modi visit: Cooperation in national & regional defence discussed In discussions held with visiting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi yesterday, Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has...",positive,0.998299301
"Asian markets, peso rally as Trump drop Mexico tariffs threat",6/10/2019,International news,Asian markets rose Monday and the Mexican peso rallied more than two percent after Donald Trump dropped threatened tarif...,"Asian markets, peso rally as Trump drop Mexico tariffs threat Asian markets rose Monday and the Mexican peso rallied more than two percent after Donald Trump dropped threatened tarif...",negative,-0.587581038
Petitions challenge Emergency,6/10/2019,Uncategorized,Two Fundamental Rights petitions challenging some aspects of the Emergency Regulations promulgated by President Maithrip...,Petitions challenge Emergency Two Fundamental Rights petitions challenging some aspects of the Emergency Regulations promulgated by President Maithrip...,negative,-0.926824093
Committee probing Easter attacks submits final report,6/10/2019,Politics,The three-member Investigative Committee appointed to look into the terrorist attacks on Easter Sunday submitted its fin...,Committee probing Easter attacks submits final report The three-member Investigative Committee appointed to look into the terrorist attacks on Easter Sunday submitted its fin...,negative,-0.953985929
Sri Lanka tourism VAT hike to 7-pct enables input credit claims,6/10/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s finance ministry has changed the value added tax (VAT) law for tourism industrie...,Sri Lanka tourism VAT hike to 7-pct enables input credit claims ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s finance ministry has changed the value added tax (VAT) law for tourism industrie...,negative,-0.786510587
UK foreign minister says EU willing to renegotiate Brexit deal,6/10/2019,South Asia,"British Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt, a contender to replace Theresa May as prime minister, said Sunday that German Cha...","UK foreign minister says EU willing to renegotiate Brexit deal British Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt, a contender to replace Theresa May as prime minister, said Sunday that German Cha...",negative,-0.988285422
"Sri Lanka PM, Modi in motorcade diplomacy",6/10/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and India's newly re-elected Prime Minister Narendra Modi has held discu...,"Sri Lanka PM, Modi in motorcade diplomacy Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and India's newly re-elected Prime Minister Narendra Modi has held discu...",positive,0.998067081
Dengue threat on the rise,6/10/2019,Health,The health authorities are warning that there is a risk of another Dengue epidemic as the Southwest monsoon is active.,Dengue threat on the rise The health authorities are warning that there is a risk of another Dengue epidemic as the Southwest monsoon is active.,negative,-0.989206672
Three acting ministers appointed,6/10/2019,Politics,Three former deputy  Ministers are now n charge of the portfolios vacated by the resignation of three Cabinet Ministers ...,Three acting ministers appointed Three former deputy  Ministers are now n charge of the portfolios vacated by the resignation of three Cabinet Ministers ...,negative,-0.992600977
Negombo man stabbed,6/10/2019,Politics,"A person was stabbed to death by a group of individuals in Seththappaduwa, Negombo yesterday (9).","Negombo man stabbed A person was stabbed to death by a group of individuals in Seththappaduwa, Negombo yesterday (9).",negative,-0.989103675
Indian PM Modi visit to Sri Lanka after Easter Sunday blasts is a strong signal: President,6/10/2019,Political News,"The visit of newly re-elected Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Sri Lanka, soon after Easter Sunday bombings is a s...","Indian PM Modi visit to Sri Lanka after Easter Sunday blasts is a strong signal: President The visit of newly re-elected Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Sri Lanka, soon after Easter Sunday bombings is a s...",positive,0.994175911
Traffic lane laws in effect from today,6/10/2019,Politics,"Traffic lane laws will be strictly enforced from today (10) onwards, Police Spokesman SP Ruwan Gunesekara said.","Traffic lane laws in effect from today Traffic lane laws will be strictly enforced from today (10) onwards, Police Spokesman SP Ruwan Gunesekara said.",positive,0.685802281
Heavy rain and strong winds to continue,6/10/2019,Weather and Climate,"Showers and strong winds are expected to increase over the island, particularly in the Southwestern parts as the South-w...","Heavy rain and strong winds to continue Showers and strong winds are expected to increase over the island, particularly in the Southwestern parts as the South-w...",positive,0.997542858
India's Modi makes unscheduled stop at bombed Sri Lanka church,6/9/2019,Political News,India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi Sunday made an unscheduled stop at a Catholic church bombed during the Easter suici...,India's Modi makes unscheduled stop at bombed Sri Lanka church India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi Sunday made an unscheduled stop at a Catholic church bombed during the Easter suici...,negative,-0.997602165
Sri Lanka MPs clash with president over Easter attacks probe,6/9/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's parliament warned President Maithripala Sirisena not to scuttle a controversial investigation into security ...,Sri Lanka MPs clash with president over Easter attacks probe Sri Lanka's parliament warned President Maithripala Sirisena not to scuttle a controversial investigation into security ...,negative,-0.684914947
Modi makes whirlwind visit to Colombo,6/9/2019,Uncategorized,Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a short stopover in Colombo today during which he was very busy,Modi makes whirlwind visit to Colombo Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a short stopover in Colombo today during which he was very busy,positive,0.925618887
Hambantota Port's Rs170bn China debt in no man's land: Sri Lanka AG,6/9/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's Auditor General has said 170 billion rupees of debt taken to build Hambantota Port from China, which is abou...","Hambantota Port's Rs170bn China debt in no man's land: Sri Lanka AG Sri Lanka's Auditor General has said 170 billion rupees of debt taken to build Hambantota Port from China, which is abou...",negative,-0.989342213
Sri Lanka president sacks intelligence chief amid Easter blast probe,6/9/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's president has sacked the national intelligence chief and will not cooperate with a parliamentary investigati...,Sri Lanka president sacks intelligence chief amid Easter blast probe Sri Lanka's president has sacked the national intelligence chief and will not cooperate with a parliamentary investigati...,negative,-0.999270976
India spends big on Maldives security,6/8/2019,International news,Indian leader Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated a coastal radar system and military training centre in the Maldives ...,India spends big on Maldives security Indian leader Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated a coastal radar system and military training centre in the Maldives ...,negative,-0.934483409
Sri Lanka Tourism Alliance roots for PPP in promotions,6/8/2019,Business,"The Tourism Alliance, a travel industry group formed after the Easter Sunday attacks, will start talks with the governme...","Sri Lanka Tourism Alliance roots for PPP in promotions The Tourism Alliance, a travel industry group formed after the Easter Sunday attacks, will start talks with the governme...",positive,0.985347688
Crisis worsens as Sirisena clashes with Parliament,6/8/2019,Politics,Sri Lanka is lurching towards another crisis as tensions between Parliament and the Executive reaching new heights over ...,Crisis worsens as Sirisena clashes with Parliament Sri Lanka is lurching towards another crisis as tensions between Parliament and the Executive reaching new heights over ...,negative,-0.997787952
Intelligence Chief forced to quit,6/8/2019,Uncategorized,"Chief of National Intelligence Retired DIG Sisira Mendis has resigned citing ""health reasons,"" official sources said.","Intelligence Chief forced to quit Chief of National Intelligence Retired DIG Sisira Mendis has resigned citing ""health reasons,"" official sources said.",negative,-0.997439265
Sirisena-Karu clash over media coverage of probe committee,6/8/2019,Politics,The disagreement between Parliament and the Executive continues over the decision to open the proceedings of the Parliam...,Sirisena-Karu clash over media coverage of probe committee The disagreement between Parliament and the Executive continues over the decision to open the proceedings of the Parliam...,negative,-0.994775057
"Sri Lanka starts forensic audits into securities scams, EPF",6/8/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka's central bank has begun multiple forensic audits into alleged securities scams in selling bonds and managing ...,"Sri Lanka starts forensic audits into securities scams, EPF Sri Lanka's central bank has begun multiple forensic audits into alleged securities scams in selling bonds and managing ...",negative,-0.927452445
"Either Karu, Sajith or Ranil will run for the presidency-Hesha",6/8/2019,Politics,"Ratnapura district UNP parliamentarian Hesha Withanage says either Karu Jayasuriya, Sajith Premadasa or Ranil Wickremesi...","Either Karu, Sajith or Ranil will run for the presidency-Hesha Ratnapura district UNP parliamentarian Hesha Withanage says either Karu Jayasuriya, Sajith Premadasa or Ranil Wickremesi...",negative,-0.985280573
G20 to device new tax to stop new tech giants re-investing more profits,6/8/2019,International news,Top G20 finance officials agreed Saturday there was an urgent need to find a global system to tax internet giants like G...,G20 to device new tax to stop new tech giants re-investing more profits Top G20 finance officials agreed Saturday there was an urgent need to find a global system to tax internet giants like G...,negative,-0.980638802
Sri Lanka interest subsidy arrears to commercial banks Rs33bn in 2018: AG,6/8/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka had racked up a subsidy arrears of 33 billion rupees by the end of 2018 to state and private banks over above ...,Sri Lanka interest subsidy arrears to commercial banks Rs33bn in 2018: AG Sri Lanka had racked up a subsidy arrears of 33 billion rupees by the end of 2018 to state and private banks over above ...,negative,-0.989662051
Sri Lanka President to block intelligence officers from Parliamentary probe,6/7/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has said that no serving intelligence officials would be allowed to testify b...,Sri Lanka President to block intelligence officers from Parliamentary probe Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has said that no serving intelligence officials would be allowed to testify b...,negative,-0.996284187
Sri Lanka auditor general drops debt to GDP bombshell,6/7/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's debt to gross domestic product ration is over 87 percent of gross domestic product and not 82.9 percent as c...,Sri Lanka auditor general drops debt to GDP bombshell Sri Lanka's debt to gross domestic product ration is over 87 percent of gross domestic product and not 82.9 percent as c...,negative,-0.997291744
"Mahendran, ten others to be indicted for Sri Lanka bond scam",6/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Attorney General has asked permission from the Chief Justice to file indictments...,"Mahendran, ten others to be indicted for Sri Lanka bond scam ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Attorney General has asked permission from the Chief Justice to file indictments...",negative,-0.987312198
Tea prices in Sri Lanka weaker in 2019,6/7/2019,Agriculture,"ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka’s tea prices are lower this year in the five months to May compared with last year, includ...","Tea prices in Sri Lanka weaker in 2019 ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka’s tea prices are lower this year in the five months to May compared with last year, includ...",negative,-0.997235119
Coconut yields in Sri Lanka's Mahaweli areas almost double national average,6/7/2019,Agriculture,ECONOMYNEXT - Mahaweli Coconut Plantations Limited has achieved yields on its estate in the dry zone that are almost dou...,Coconut yields in Sri Lanka's Mahaweli areas almost double national average ECONOMYNEXT - Mahaweli Coconut Plantations Limited has achieved yields on its estate in the dry zone that are almost dou...,negative,-0.6012308
Sri Lanka in talks for investments from global logistics firms,6/7/2019,Aviation,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka is having talks with some of the world’s biggest logistics firms like Germany’s DB ...,Sri Lanka in talks for investments from global logistics firms ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka is having talks with some of the world’s biggest logistics firms like Germany’s DB ...,positive,0.968499184
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.4-pct up,6/7/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.40 percent higher Friday on thin trading volumes amidst buying-interest in John ...,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.4-pct up ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.40 percent higher Friday on thin trading volumes amidst buying-interest in John ...,negative,-0.998506844
"Sri Lanka suicide attacks threat to regional security, India says",6/7/2019,Defence,Suicide bombings on Easter Sunday which killed over 250 people in Sri Lanka in April were not just against Sri Lanka but...,"Sri Lanka suicide attacks threat to regional security, India says Suicide bombings on Easter Sunday which killed over 250 people in Sri Lanka in April were not just against Sri Lanka but...",negative,-0.990938663
Mahendran and ten others to be indicted for the Bond Scam,6/7/2019,Economy,The Attorney General has asked permission from the Chief Justice to file indictments before a special Three-Judge bench ...,Mahendran and ten others to be indicted for the Bond Scam The Attorney General has asked permission from the Chief Justice to file indictments before a special Three-Judge bench ...,negative,-0.971164346
Lurking in the Shadows: A Closer Look at Multidimensional Poverty in Sri Lanka,6/7/2019,Op-ed/Special Reports,"Sunil is a labourer who lives in a small hut with his wife, and their two children, aged seven and four years. Both Suni...","Lurking in the Shadows: A Closer Look at Multidimensional Poverty in Sri Lanka Sunil is a labourer who lives in a small hut with his wife, and their two children, aged seven and four years. Both Suni...",positive,0.997024477
Trio running mystery communication operation nabbed in Negombo,6/7/2019,Uncategorized,"Police are baffled after they found a communication operation that was running with hundreds of mobile phones, tens of t...","Trio running mystery communication operation nabbed in Negombo Police are baffled after they found a communication operation that was running with hundreds of mobile phones, tens of t...",negative,-0.997804701
Sri Lanka cabinet approves new central bank forex management system,6/7/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's central bank will be procuring a new foreign reserves management system, the cabinet office said.","Sri Lanka cabinet approves new central bank forex management system Sri Lanka's central bank will be procuring a new foreign reserves management system, the cabinet office said.",negative,-0.622240484
"Sri Lanka’s rupee opens weaker, stocks up 0.23-pct",6/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 176.40/50 on Friday, while bonds yields were steady and stocks o...","Sri Lanka’s rupee opens weaker, stocks up 0.23-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 176.40/50 on Friday, while bonds yields were steady and stocks o...",negative,-0.995355248
Singapore's Duxton Asset Management exits Sri Lanka dairy business,6/7/2019,Markets,"Duxton Asset Management, which has operations in Singapore, Australia and Germany has exited a dairy farm it started wit...","Singapore's Duxton Asset Management exits Sri Lanka dairy business Duxton Asset Management, which has operations in Singapore, Australia and Germany has exited a dairy farm it started wit...",negative,-0.994265139
Roads that will be closed for Modi's visit tomorrow,6/7/2019,Uncategorized,The police have released a statement with details of the roads that will be closed on 9 June during Indian Prime Ministe...,Roads that will be closed for Modi's visit tomorrow The police have released a statement with details of the roads that will be closed on 9 June during Indian Prime Ministe...,negative,-0.905798197
Sirisena's chainsaw ban won't stop deforestation,6/7/2019,Environment,Large scale development projects which are harmful to nature must see an end in order to stop deforestation and environm...,Sirisena's chainsaw ban won't stop deforestation Large scale development projects which are harmful to nature must see an end in order to stop deforestation and environm...,negative,-0.952867806
SIA denies agreeing to abolish Net Metering & Net Accounting,6/7/2019,Uncategorized,"Denying media reports that it had agreed to a proposal to abolish the Net Metering and Net Accounting schemes, the Solar...","SIA denies agreeing to abolish Net Metering & Net Accounting Denying media reports that it had agreed to a proposal to abolish the Net Metering and Net Accounting schemes, the Solar...",negative,-0.990947127
SriLankan named world's most punctual airline by flightstats.com,6/7/2019,Aviation,Sri Lanka's state-run Srilankan Airlines had been named the world's most punctual airline with 90.75 percent of its flig...,SriLankan named world's most punctual airline by flightstats.com Sri Lanka's state-run Srilankan Airlines had been named the world's most punctual airline with 90.75 percent of its flig...,positive,0.988709986
Menaka Athukorala appointed chief executive of Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations,6/7/2019,Culture,"Menaka Athukorala has been appointed the joint-chief executive of Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations Plc (HPL), the firm sai...","Menaka Athukorala appointed chief executive of Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations Menaka Athukorala has been appointed the joint-chief executive of Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations Plc (HPL), the firm sai...",positive,0.996234953
Letter to Pope criticising Cardinal is fake - Mangala,6/7/2019,Politics,Minister of Finance Mangala Samaraweera is denying that he wrote a letter to Pope Francis criticizing Malcolm Cardinal R...,Letter to Pope criticising Cardinal is fake - Mangala Minister of Finance Mangala Samaraweera is denying that he wrote a letter to Pope Francis criticizing Malcolm Cardinal R...,negative,-0.98916769
Supreme Court to examine IGP Pujith's petition,6/7/2019,Uncategorized,The Supreme Court will on June 24 hear the Fundamental Rights petition filed by Inspector General of Police Pujith Jayas...,Supreme Court to examine IGP Pujith's petition The Supreme Court will on June 24 hear the Fundamental Rights petition filed by Inspector General of Police Pujith Jayas...,positive,0.966683865
New fake news/hate speech laws: Are they really necessary?,6/7/2019,Politics,Civil society actors and legal experts are calling into question the Government's freshly proposed moves to curb hate sp...,New fake news/hate speech laws: Are they really necessary? Civil society actors and legal experts are calling into question the Government's freshly proposed moves to curb hate sp...,negative,-0.997851372
Sri Lanka travel agents welcome lifting of UK travel ban,6/7/2019,Business,The Sri Lanka Association of Inbound Tour Operators welcomed the UK's decision to relax its travel ban on Sri Lanka.,Sri Lanka travel agents welcome lifting of UK travel ban The Sri Lanka Association of Inbound Tour Operators welcomed the UK's decision to relax its travel ban on Sri Lanka.,positive,0.996708512
Asian markets climb on hopes of Mexico tariff delay,6/7/2019,International news,"Asian markets rose Friday, tracking gains on Wall Street following a report that the United States could delay its plan ...","Asian markets climb on hopes of Mexico tariff delay Asian markets rose Friday, tracking gains on Wall Street following a report that the United States could delay its plan ...",negative,-0.98345077
Showers expected to increase further,6/7/2019,Weather and Climate,Heavy rain and winds are expected to increase further tomorrow (08) as south-west monsoon is gradually establishing over...,Showers expected to increase further Heavy rain and winds are expected to increase further tomorrow (08) as south-west monsoon is gradually establishing over...,positive,0.966790676
Sri Lanka to revise double taxation agreement with Denmark,6/7/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will be signing a double taxation agreement with Denmark to include revenue taxes, the cabinet office said.","Sri Lanka to revise double taxation agreement with Denmark Sri Lanka will be signing a double taxation agreement with Denmark to include revenue taxes, the cabinet office said.",negative,-0.93265295
"Three-member Police  committee gets complaints against Bathiudeen, Hizbullah and Salley",6/7/2019,Uncategorized,Police Spokesman Ruwan Gunasekara said that four complaints have been received by the three-member committee set up to i...,"Three-member Police  committee gets complaints against Bathiudeen, Hizbullah and Salley Police Spokesman Ruwan Gunasekara said that four complaints have been received by the three-member committee set up to i...",negative,-0.987010956
Partymen beg Sri Lanka President to contest on anti-UNP ticket,6/6/2019,Political News,A group of senior members of President Maithripala Sirisena's Sri Lanka Freedom Party has asked him to contest the next ...,Partymen beg Sri Lanka President to contest on anti-UNP ticket A group of senior members of President Maithripala Sirisena's Sri Lanka Freedom Party has asked him to contest the next ...,negative,-0.963154554
"Sri Lanka's rupee ends firmer, gilt yields edge up",6/6/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 176.35/45 on Thursday and bonds yields edged up, dealers said.","Sri Lanka's rupee ends firmer, gilt yields edge up Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 176.35/45 on Thursday and bonds yields edged up, dealers said.",positive,0.840721905
UK relaxes travel advisory to Sri Lanka,6/6/2019,Business,The United Kingdom has relaxed its travel advisory to Sri Lanka imposed after Easter Sunday attacks and is no longer adv...,UK relaxes travel advisory to Sri Lanka The United Kingdom has relaxed its travel advisory to Sri Lanka imposed after Easter Sunday attacks and is no longer adv...,negative,-0.989486456
Sri Lanka stocks close flat amidst attempts to defuse communal hate,6/6/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's stocks closed flat on Thursday amidst an unlikely source preaching against rising anti-Muslim hate.,Sri Lanka stocks close flat amidst attempts to defuse communal hate Sri Lanka's stocks closed flat on Thursday amidst an unlikely source preaching against rising anti-Muslim hate.,negative,-0.999761164
Sri Lanka PABC bank primary dealership ban extended,6/6/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's central bank has extended a ban on Pan Asia Banking Corporation's (PABC) primary dealership by another 6 mon...,Sri Lanka PABC bank primary dealership ban extended Sri Lanka's central bank has extended a ban on Pan Asia Banking Corporation's (PABC) primary dealership by another 6 mon...,negative,-0.994521022
Sri Lanka's LOLC signs unlimited license agreement with Oracle,6/6/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's LOLC Holdings has signed an unlimited license agreement (ULA) with global IT giant Oracle to access its clou...,Sri Lanka's LOLC signs unlimited license agreement with Oracle Sri Lanka's LOLC Holdings has signed an unlimited license agreement (ULA) with global IT giant Oracle to access its clou...,negative,-0.915987313
Spat over Abaya ban at Pera university,6/6/2019,Politics,The top management of the Peradeniya University is rejecting a dress code that bans Muslim dress for women at tomorrowâ€...,Spat over Abaya ban at Pera university The top management of the Peradeniya University is rejecting a dress code that bans Muslim dress for women at tomorrowâ€...,negative,-0.99099648
Sri Lanka's Watawala Plantations buys out partner in dairy unit,6/6/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Watawala Plantations Plc has reclaimed full ownership in its dairy subsidiary, purchasing 31.75 percent of s...","Sri Lanka's Watawala Plantations buys out partner in dairy unit Sri Lanka's Watawala Plantations Plc has reclaimed full ownership in its dairy subsidiary, purchasing 31.75 percent of s...",positive,0.778407037
SLFP wants Sirisena to contest for President,6/6/2019,Politics,Sri Lanka Freedom Party Members of Parliament want President Maithripala Sirisena to contest the forthcoming Presidentia...,SLFP wants Sirisena to contest for President Sri Lanka Freedom Party Members of Parliament want President Maithripala Sirisena to contest the forthcoming Presidentia...,negative,-0.983515263
Sri Lanka CB may build Chinese wall between EPF and bank supervision,6/6/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank may consider further steps to reduce perceptions of conflicts of interest in bank regulation an...,Sri Lanka CB may build Chinese wall between EPF and bank supervision Sri Lanka's central bank may consider further steps to reduce perceptions of conflicts of interest in bank regulation an...,negative,-0.98845017
"Sri Lanka rupee opens firm, stocks up 0.16-pct",6/6/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee opened stronger at 176.50/60 on Thursday, while bonds yields were stable and stocks opened higher at 0.1...","Sri Lanka rupee opens firm, stocks up 0.16-pct Sri Lanka rupee opened stronger at 176.50/60 on Thursday, while bonds yields were stable and stocks opened higher at 0.1...",negative,-0.691707015
Pujith begins explosive testimony,6/6/2019,Politics,Inspector General of Police Pujith Jayasundera is saying that President Maithripala Sirisena did not invite him to atten...,Pujith begins explosive testimony Inspector General of Police Pujith Jayasundera is saying that President Maithripala Sirisena did not invite him to atten...,negative,-0.965267301
Nations should be pragmatic as transnational challenges persist – US envoy,6/6/2019,Uncategorized,The US Acting Secretary of Defence Patrick M.Shanahan is urging all countries to be pragmatic as a number of global chal...,Nations should be pragmatic as transnational challenges persist – US envoy The US Acting Secretary of Defence Patrick M.Shanahan is urging all countries to be pragmatic as a number of global chal...,negative,-0.805938363
Gnanasara thero of Sri Lanka appears suddenly on the side of angels,6/6/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's extremist Buddhist monk Galagoda Atte Gnanasara Thero has suddenly appeared on the side of angels slamming a...,Gnanasara thero of Sri Lanka appears suddenly on the side of angels Sri Lanka's extremist Buddhist monk Galagoda Atte Gnanasara Thero has suddenly appeared on the side of angels slamming a...,negative,-0.98299855
US oil prices in 'bear' market as Dow rises again,6/6/2019,International news,"The US oil price dove into a ""bear market"" on Wednesday following a surprising jump in US petroleum inventories and as m...","US oil prices in 'bear' market as Dow rises again The US oil price dove into a ""bear market"" on Wednesday following a surprising jump in US petroleum inventories and as m...",negative,-0.967501104
Sri Lanka seeks US$310mn World Bank loan to reduce climate risk,6/6/2019,Economy,"The Sri Lanka will seek a 310 million US dollar loan with the World Bank to mitigate climate disasters, the state inform...","Sri Lanka seeks US$310mn World Bank loan to reduce climate risk The Sri Lanka will seek a 310 million US dollar loan with the World Bank to mitigate climate disasters, the state inform...",negative,-0.98472333
Mahanayakes to meet Muslim politicians,6/6/2019,Politics,A conference of the country’s leading Buddhist prelates is saying it will invite the Muslim politicians who resigned f...,Mahanayakes to meet Muslim politicians A conference of the country’s leading Buddhist prelates is saying it will invite the Muslim politicians who resigned f...,positive,0.988237202
Mangala on Sri Lanka's ethno-religious politicking - The Cardinal Truth,6/6/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera who has a history of speaking out against nationalist hate and communal...,Mangala on Sri Lanka's ethno-religious politicking - The Cardinal Truth Sri Lanka's Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera who has a history of speaking out against nationalist hate and communal...,positive,0.993044198
Heavy rain and gusty winds expected island-wide,6/6/2019,Weather and Climate,"Showers or thundershowers will occur in the Western, Southern, Central, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces today (...","Heavy rain and gusty winds expected island-wide Showers or thundershowers will occur in the Western, Southern, Central, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces today (...",negative,-0.86408323
Electric fences shock Sri Lanka farmers,6/5/2019,Energy,"The number of persons electrocuted in Sri Lanka fell 16 percent to 89 in 2018, with the most incidents reported when far...","Electric fences shock Sri Lanka farmers The number of persons electrocuted in Sri Lanka fell 16 percent to 89 in 2018, with the most incidents reported when far...",negative,-0.972836792
Resignations of Sri Lanka Muslim ministers have echoes of Amirthalingam ouster: Navin,6/5/2019,Political News,The mass resignation of Muslim ministers over the harassment of their community in the wake of an extremist Islamist att...,Resignations of Sri Lanka Muslim ministers have echoes of Amirthalingam ouster: Navin The mass resignation of Muslim ministers over the harassment of their community in the wake of an extremist Islamist att...,negative,-0.990089059
Sri Lanka to consider Agfa proposal for digital x-ray,6/5/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will consider a proposal by Agfa NV of Belgium to set up digital x-ray systems for several state hospitals, th...","Sri Lanka to consider Agfa proposal for digital x-ray Sri Lanka will consider a proposal by Agfa NV of Belgium to set up digital x-ray systems for several state hospitals, th...",negative,-0.967673779
Asia markets climb as Fed signals possible rate cut,6/5/2019,International news,"Asian markets largely rose Wednesday, tracking rallies on Wall Street after the US Federal Reserve chief indicated great...","Asia markets climb as Fed signals possible rate cut Asian markets largely rose Wednesday, tracking rallies on Wall Street after the US Federal Reserve chief indicated great...",negative,-0.982450664
"Sri Lanka to jail people five years, fine million rupees for lying",6/5/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka's is planning jail people for five years or fine them a million rupees if they affect national security or com...,"Sri Lanka to jail people five years, fine million rupees for lying Sri Lanka's is planning jail people for five years or fine them a million rupees if they affect national security or com...",negative,-0.995162547
UNP unlikely to accept Sirisena's offer,6/5/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena has reached out to the United National Party in what seems to be an attempt at rapprochem...,UNP unlikely to accept Sirisena's offer President Maithripala Sirisena has reached out to the United National Party in what seems to be an attempt at rapprochem...,negative,-0.995653152
Poson to be celebrated in all corners of the country-PM,6/5/2019,Uncategorized,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said that all arrangements have been made to celebrate the Poson festival ,Poson to be celebrated in all corners of the country-PM Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said that all arrangements have been made to celebrate the Poson festival ,positive,0.993964255
MR is against Rishad because he won't support SLPP,6/5/2019,Politics,Rishad Bathiudeen is being branded a terrorist by the opposition because he has stopped supporting the Podujana Peramuna...,MR is against Rishad because he won't support SLPP Rishad Bathiudeen is being branded a terrorist by the opposition because he has stopped supporting the Podujana Peramuna...,negative,-0.998997271
Fifty per cent drop in electrocutions - PUCSL,6/5/2019,Uncategorized,"The number of electrocutions reported in Sri Lanka has fallen by half over the past six years, the Public Utilities Comm...","Fifty per cent drop in electrocutions - PUCSL The number of electrocutions reported in Sri Lanka has fallen by half over the past six years, the Public Utilities Comm...",negative,-0.999262512
Shan Wijayalal De Silva  Eastern Province Governor,6/5/2019,Politics,Shan Wijayalal De Silva is the new Governor of the Eastern Province.,Shan Wijayalal De Silva  Eastern Province Governor Shan Wijayalal De Silva is the new Governor of the Eastern Province.,positive,0.993948221
"JVP presents proposal to combat extremism; political leaders bored without war, says AKD",6/5/2019,Politics,Sri Lanka’s political establishment couldn’t ensure even 10 years of peace after a three-decade-long war because lea...,"JVP presents proposal to combat extremism; political leaders bored without war, says AKD Sri Lanka’s political establishment couldn’t ensure even 10 years of peace after a three-decade-long war because lea...",negative,-0.985126376
Anti-fake news law proposed,6/5/2019,Politics,The government will propose amendments to existing laws to deal with fake news and hate speech.,Anti-fake news law proposed The government will propose amendments to existing laws to deal with fake news and hate speech.,negative,-0.981490374
Sri Lanka real estate firms in bigger trouble after Easter blasts: Bandula,6/5/2019,Business,Sri Lanka real estate and apartment developers who were already facing difficulties had got into further trouble after E...,Sri Lanka real estate firms in bigger trouble after Easter blasts: Bandula Sri Lanka real estate and apartment developers who were already facing difficulties had got into further trouble after E...,negative,-0.998548567
Security of Sri Lankan Muslims extremely worrying - OIC envoys,6/5/2019,Uncategorized,"Expressing their concern over the ""developing situation"" in the country, representatives of the Organisation of Islamic ...","Security of Sri Lankan Muslims extremely worrying - OIC envoys Expressing their concern over the ""developing situation"" in the country, representatives of the Organisation of Islamic ...",negative,-0.979676366
Sinhala extremists are fulfilling Zaharan's mission,6/5/2019,Uncategorized,Zaharan wanted the Muslims in Sri Lanka marginalized. The Sinhala extremists attackingMuslims and their properties are ...,Sinhala extremists are fulfilling Zaharan's mission Zaharan wanted the Muslims in Sri Lanka marginalized. The Sinhala extremists attackingMuslims and their properties are ...,positive,0.938926816
President acts on proposals made by the Muslim community,6/5/2019,Politics,"President Maithripala Sirisena is acting on three urgent proposals made by Muslim Civil Society,  leaders in the communi...","President acts on proposals made by the Muslim community President Maithripala Sirisena is acting on three urgent proposals made by Muslim Civil Society,  leaders in the communi...",positive,0.985958993
"Do not come to Australia by boat, Sri Lankans warned",6/4/2019,Defence,"ECONOMYNEXT – Australian government officials have warned Sri Lankans to not try to reach Australia by boat, sayi...","Do not come to Australia by boat, Sri Lankans warned ECONOMYNEXT – Australian government officials have warned Sri Lankans to not try to reach Australia by boat, sayi...",negative,-0.988258958
"Sri Lanka rupee, gilt yields stable",6/4/2019,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 176.45/55 on Tuesday and bonds yields were stable, market participants sa...","Sri Lanka rupee, gilt yields stable ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 176.45/55 on Tuesday and bonds yields were stable, market participants sa...",positive,0.996812761
UN-backed ICCPr law mis-used to oppress minority women in Sri Lanka: legislator,6/4/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka is using a UN sponsored law to oppress minority Muslims, slamming pregnant women in jail for half covering the...","UN-backed ICCPr law mis-used to oppress minority women in Sri Lanka: legislator Sri Lanka is using a UN sponsored law to oppress minority Muslims, slamming pregnant women in jail for half covering the...",negative,-0.997421026
European investment in Sri Lanka seen balancing off mini-China image,6/4/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka should attract diverse sources of investments, mainly from European countries, to prevent the fo...","European investment in Sri Lanka seen balancing off mini-China image ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka should attract diverse sources of investments, mainly from European countries, to prevent the fo...",positive,0.612005889
Sri Lanka's Cargills Bank makes losses in March as bad loans soar,6/4/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Cargills Bank posted a net loss of 196.5 million rupees in the March quarter, falling from a 18...","Sri Lanka's Cargills Bank makes losses in March as bad loans soar ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Cargills Bank posted a net loss of 196.5 million rupees in the March quarter, falling from a 18...",negative,-0.99960655
Sri Lanka 03-month Treasury Bill yield falls to 8.38-pct,6/4/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's 03-month Treasury Bill yields fell 14 basis points to 8.38 percent from 8.52 percent on May 15...,Sri Lanka 03-month Treasury Bill yield falls to 8.38-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's 03-month Treasury Bill yields fell 14 basis points to 8.38 percent from 8.52 percent on May 15...,negative,-0.999346316
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.42-pct lower after mass resignations in govt,6/4/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.42 percent lower on Tuesday after Muslim ministers resigned from their posts on Monday eveni...,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.42-pct lower after mass resignations in govt Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.42 percent lower on Tuesday after Muslim ministers resigned from their posts on Monday eveni...,negative,-0.999246836
Sri Lanka Easter bomber Zaharan paid salary by government: Kiriella,6/4/2019,Political News,"Suicide bomber Mohammed Zaharan who led an extremist Islamist suicide group had been paid a salary by the government, Mi...","Sri Lanka Easter bomber Zaharan paid salary by government: Kiriella Suicide bomber Mohammed Zaharan who led an extremist Islamist suicide group had been paid a salary by the government, Mi...",negative,-0.99067384
Australia cuts rates to historic low as economy slows,6/4/2019,International news,"Sydney, Australia | AFP | Tuesday - Australia's central bank lowered the cost of borrowing for the first time in three y...","Australia cuts rates to historic low as economy slows Sydney, Australia | AFP | Tuesday - Australia's central bank lowered the cost of borrowing for the first time in three y...",negative,-0.999375045
Tiananmen 'immunized China against turmoil': Chinese daily,6/4/2019,International news,"Beijing, China | AFP | A Chinese state-run daily defended the government's handling of the Tiananmen protests on Monday,...","Tiananmen 'immunized China against turmoil': Chinese daily Beijing, China | AFP | A Chinese state-run daily defended the government's handling of the Tiananmen protests on Monday,...",negative,-0.85243845
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals plunge 70-pct in May,6/4/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka plunged 70 percent in May from a year ago after Easter Sunday’...,Sri Lanka tourist arrivals plunge 70-pct in May ECONOMYNEXT – Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka plunged 70 percent in May from a year ago after Easter Sunday’...,negative,-0.989326954
Sri Lanka launches first post-Easter promotional campaign in India,6/4/2019,Business,"ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's state tourism agencies have partnered with the Sri Lanka Association of Inbound Tour Operators,...","Sri Lanka launches first post-Easter promotional campaign in India ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's state tourism agencies have partnered with the Sri Lanka Association of Inbound Tour Operators,...",positive,0.976303101
Day old chicks buried as Easter attacks slay Sri Lanka poultry farms,6/4/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's poultry industry has lost over 40 percent of demand following Easter Sunday attacks, with live bird prices c...","Day old chicks buried as Easter attacks slay Sri Lanka poultry farms Sri Lanka's poultry industry has lost over 40 percent of demand following Easter Sunday attacks, with live bird prices c...",negative,-0.999606788
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks down 0.02-pct",6/4/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee opened firmer at 176.55/65 on Tuesday, while bond yields eased and stocks opened 0.02 percent lower, mar...","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks down 0.02-pct Sri Lanka rupee opened firmer at 176.55/65 on Tuesday, while bond yields eased and stocks opened 0.02 percent lower, mar...",negative,-0.985794544
Terror cell fully neutralised but vigilance needed - Navin,6/4/2019,Uncategorized,"The immediate threat posed by the National Thowheed Jama’ath (NTJ) has been fully neutralised, with all leading member...","Terror cell fully neutralised but vigilance needed - Navin The immediate threat posed by the National Thowheed Jama’ath (NTJ) has been fully neutralised, with all leading member...",negative,-0.970138907
Sri Lanka's central bank defends discretionary monetary policy,6/4/2019,Op-ed/Special Reports,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's central bank has defended the continuation of discretionary monetary policy, in the wake of th...","Sri Lanka's central bank defends discretionary monetary policy ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's central bank has defended the continuation of discretionary monetary policy, in the wake of th...",positive,0.865433693
Muzammil sworn in as Western Province Governor,6/4/2019,Politics,"A.J.M Muzammil has been sworn in as the new Governor of the Western Province, according to the President's Media Divisio...","Muzammil sworn in as Western Province Governor A.J.M Muzammil has been sworn in as the new Governor of the Western Province, according to the President's Media Divisio...",negative,-0.917621613
Amith Weerasinghe granted bail,6/4/2019,Uncategorized,Amith Weerasinghe  Leader of ‘Mahason Balakaya’  who was in remand is free after he was granted bail today (4) by th...,Amith Weerasinghe granted bail Amith Weerasinghe  Leader of ‘Mahason Balakaya’  who was in remand is free after he was granted bail today (4) by th...,negative,-0.668559551
Sri Lanka Talawakelle Tea trials revenue sharing model with estate workers,6/4/2019,Agriculture,ECONOMYNEXT -  Sri Lanka’s Talawakelle Tea Estates has begun trials on a new revenue sharing model with workers o...,Sri Lanka Talawakelle Tea trials revenue sharing model with estate workers ECONOMYNEXT -  Sri Lanka’s Talawakelle Tea Estates has begun trials on a new revenue sharing model with workers o...,negative,-0.966395736
European stocks gain while US tech shares dive,6/4/2019,International news,"US tech giants took a beating on Monday on reports of stepped-up antitrust scrutiny from Washington, while European stoc...","European stocks gain while US tech shares dive US tech giants took a beating on Monday on reports of stepped-up antitrust scrutiny from Washington, while European stoc...",negative,-0.989950657
Sri Lanka Muslim ministers resign en masse after Easter bombings,6/4/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's Muslim ministers resigned en masse Monday over widespread hate attacks against their community in the wake o...,Sri Lanka Muslim ministers resign en masse after Easter bombings Sri Lanka's Muslim ministers resigned en masse Monday over widespread hate attacks against their community in the wake o...,negative,-0.997534394
Country has failed to take up the baton of coexistence,6/4/2019,Uncategorized,"““The Government, Media, and citizens have failed to take the baton of coexistence forward which some of the religio...","Country has failed to take up the baton of coexistence ““The Government, Media, and citizens have failed to take the baton of coexistence forward which some of the religio...",negative,-0.999225616
Abaya-wearing women staff not allowed to work in Kandy girls' school,6/4/2019,Uncategorized,Teachers and parents of a leading girls' school in Kandy are not allowing staff wearing Abayas to enter the premises aft...,Abaya-wearing women staff not allowed to work in Kandy girls' school Teachers and parents of a leading girls' school in Kandy are not allowing staff wearing Abayas to enter the premises aft...,negative,-0.981842637
Nearly 2300 suspects arrested after Easter Sunday - Police,6/4/2019,Uncategorized,"Police Spokesman Ruwan Gunasekara said that a total of 2289 suspects were arrested relating to Easter attacks, search op...","Nearly 2300 suspects arrested after Easter Sunday - Police Police Spokesman Ruwan Gunasekara said that a total of 2289 suspects were arrested relating to Easter attacks, search op...",negative,-0.955529928
Special fund for children affected by Easter Attacks,6/4/2019,Politics,The Government has established a special fund for children who were left disabled or orphaned in the Easter Sunday terro...,Special fund for children affected by Easter Attacks The Government has established a special fund for children who were left disabled or orphaned in the Easter Sunday terro...,negative,-0.70514214
"Sri Lanka monsoon seen displacing thousands, flooding roads",6/3/2019,Environment,"ECONOMYNEXT - Up to half-a-million people could be affected as south-west monsoon rains hit Sri Lanka, triggering floods...","Sri Lanka monsoon seen displacing thousands, flooding roads ECONOMYNEXT - Up to half-a-million people could be affected as south-west monsoon rains hit Sri Lanka, triggering floods...",negative,-0.989778101
Sri Lanka's Muslim ministers resign over rising harassment,6/3/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's Muslim ministers have resigned protesting rising hate and harassment of their community, despite helping sec...","Sri Lanka's Muslim ministers resign over rising harassment Sri Lanka's Muslim ministers have resigned protesting rising hate and harassment of their community, despite helping sec...",negative,-0.99798286
Protests over Muslim politicians grip Sri Lankan city,6/3/2019,Political News,Demonstrations by several thousand people gripped Sri Lanka's pilgrim city of Kandy on Monday as Buddhist monks demanded...,Protests over Muslim politicians grip Sri Lankan city Demonstrations by several thousand people gripped Sri Lanka's pilgrim city of Kandy on Monday as Buddhist monks demanded...,negative,-0.985684395
"Sri Lanka bonds spike on political uncertainty, rupee steady",6/3/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka rupee closed steady Monday but bonds spiked on political uncertainty as two Muslim governors resigned as prote...,"Sri Lanka bonds spike on political uncertainty, rupee steady Sri Lanka rupee closed steady Monday but bonds spiked on political uncertainty as two Muslim governors resigned as prote...",negative,-0.890390337
Sri Lanka's Fairway waste energy firm gets power purchase deal,6/3/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Fairway Waste Management Pvt Ltd has resumed work on a project to generate power...,Sri Lanka's Fairway waste energy firm gets power purchase deal ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Fairway Waste Management Pvt Ltd has resumed work on a project to generate power...,negative,-0.969266176
Global terror finance watchdog delays Sri Lanka exam after Islamist attacks,6/3/2019,Banking,"ECONOMYNEXT- The Financial Action Task Force, the global policy setter on anti-money laundering and anti-terrorism finan...","Global terror finance watchdog delays Sri Lanka exam after Islamist attacks ECONOMYNEXT- The Financial Action Task Force, the global policy setter on anti-money laundering and anti-terrorism finan...",negative,-0.993254006
Sri Lanka eyes World Bank guarantee for billion dollar loan,6/3/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT- The World Bank may give terror-struck Sri Lanka a policy-based guarantee which could be used to raise up to...,Sri Lanka eyes World Bank guarantee for billion dollar loan ECONOMYNEXT- The World Bank may give terror-struck Sri Lanka a policy-based guarantee which could be used to raise up to...,negative,-0.953945458
"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.22-pct lower, selling amidst political flare-up",6/3/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.22 percent lower on Monday with selling centred on John Keells Holdings (JKH), provisional d...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.22-pct lower, selling amidst political flare-up Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.22 percent lower on Monday with selling centred on John Keells Holdings (JKH), provisional d...",negative,-0.999194682
Sri Lanka's Com Bank gains control of Commercial Insurance Brokers,6/3/2019,Finance,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank has acquired a majority stake in Commercial Insurance Brokers (Pvt) Ltd after b...,Sri Lanka's Com Bank gains control of Commercial Insurance Brokers ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank has acquired a majority stake in Commercial Insurance Brokers (Pvt) Ltd after b...,positive,0.560329974
Sri Lanka's Watawala Plantations invests Rs.1bn in dairy business,6/3/2019,Agriculture,"ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Watawala Plantations will be investing 1 billion rupees into its dairy operations, a top offici...","Sri Lanka's Watawala Plantations invests Rs.1bn in dairy business ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Watawala Plantations will be investing 1 billion rupees into its dairy operations, a top offici...",positive,0.976150036
Sri Lanka Muslim Provincial Governors resign as protests mount,6/3/2019,Political News,Governors of two provinces in Sri Lanka has resigned the office of President Maithripala Sirisena said as protesting mon...,Sri Lanka Muslim Provincial Governors resign as protests mount Governors of two provinces in Sri Lanka has resigned the office of President Maithripala Sirisena said as protesting mon...,negative,-0.997675359
Modi here next week,6/3/2019,Uncategorized,"Indian Prime minister Narendra Modi will pay a one-day visit to Sri Lanka on June 9, the Indian government confirmed tod...","Modi here next week Indian Prime minister Narendra Modi will pay a one-day visit to Sri Lanka on June 9, the Indian government confirmed tod...",positive,0.98943311
"Sri Lanka's BOI expects FDIs to be delayed, not cancelled",6/3/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka is expecting foreign direct investments (FDIs) to be delayed, but there are no cancellations yet,...","Sri Lanka's BOI expects FDIs to be delayed, not cancelled ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka is expecting foreign direct investments (FDIs) to be delayed, but there are no cancellations yet,...",negative,-0.923619628
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber sounds warning against unrest,6/3/2019,Defence,ECONOMYNEXT - The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce said urged the head of Sri Lanka’s security establishment to prevent...,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber sounds warning against unrest ECONOMYNEXT - The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce said urged the head of Sri Lanka’s security establishment to prevent...,negative,-0.991072953
All Muslim Ministers resign,6/3/2019,Politics,Calling for an end to communal politics and urging the authorties to expedite investigations into Muslim leaders standin...,All Muslim Ministers resign Calling for an end to communal politics and urging the authorties to expedite investigations into Muslim leaders standin...,negative,-0.963351846
Ranil - Mahinda powwow over Sri Lanka economic recovery,6/3/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and opposition leader Mahinda Rajapaksa had met with finance bigwigs for...,Ranil - Mahinda powwow over Sri Lanka economic recovery Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and opposition leader Mahinda Rajapaksa had met with finance bigwigs for...,positive,0.952385664
Sri Lanka’s Mahaweli Coconut Plantations rises on debut on small volumes,6/3/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Mahaweli Coconut Plantations Limited began trading on Sri Lanka’s stock exchange Monday, rising 11....","Sri Lanka’s Mahaweli Coconut Plantations rises on debut on small volumes ECONOMYNEXT - Mahaweli Coconut Plantations Limited began trading on Sri Lanka’s stock exchange Monday, rising 11....",negative,-0.894569278
Arts Faculty of Kelaniya Uni to reopen on June 6,6/3/2019,Education,"The faculties of Humanities and Social Sciences of the University of Kelaniya will reopen on June 06, the university adm...","Arts Faculty of Kelaniya Uni to reopen on June 6 The faculties of Humanities and Social Sciences of the University of Kelaniya will reopen on June 06, the university adm...",positive,0.987946689
Man suspected of allegedly injecting a woman with poison nabbed,6/3/2019,Uncategorized,The main suspect of the incident in Matara where a woman was killed by a poisonous injection was arrested yesterday (2) ...,Man suspected of allegedly injecting a woman with poison nabbed The main suspect of the incident in Matara where a woman was killed by a poisonous injection was arrested yesterday (2) ...,negative,-0.991132319
"Sri Lanka rupee slightly weaker, CB sells down Treasuries stock",6/3/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was trading at 176.50/60 slightly weaker than Friday while bonds markets were quiet with yields largely ...,"Sri Lanka rupee slightly weaker, CB sells down Treasuries stock Sri Lanka rupee was trading at 176.50/60 slightly weaker than Friday while bonds markets were quiet with yields largely ...",negative,-0.996583581
Sri Lanka Tea Board looks to double replanting subsidy,6/3/2019,Agriculture,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka Tea Board is considering doubling a government subsidy for replanting tea bushes as part of effo...,Sri Lanka Tea Board looks to double replanting subsidy ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka Tea Board is considering doubling a government subsidy for replanting tea bushes as part of effo...,negative,-0.991413951
"Southwest Monsoon to revive today, heavy rains expected",6/3/2019,Weather and Climate,"The South-west Monsoon is expected to get activated over the island from tonight, the Department of Metrology said today...","Southwest Monsoon to revive today, heavy rains expected The South-west Monsoon is expected to get activated over the island from tonight, the Department of Metrology said today...",positive,0.983669996
Sri Lanka commissions 3.3MW dendro power plant,6/3/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka has commissioned a 3.3MW dendro power plant which has been connected to the national grid from May 30, Vidulla...","Sri Lanka commissions 3.3MW dendro power plant Sri Lanka has commissioned a 3.3MW dendro power plant which has been connected to the national grid from May 30, Vidulla...",positive,0.941761196
"Sri Lanka budget deficit may be pressured, but framework to be kept: CB Governor",6/3/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's budget deficit may be pressured by a slowdown in revenues and a new spending but the expenditures will be re...,"Sri Lanka budget deficit may be pressured, but framework to be kept: CB Governor Sri Lanka's budget deficit may be pressured by a slowdown in revenues and a new spending but the expenditures will be re...",negative,-0.996640921
Governors Salley and Hizbullah resign,6/3/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena accepted the resignation letters of Western Province Governor Azath Salley and his Easter...,Governors Salley and Hizbullah resign President Maithripala Sirisena accepted the resignation letters of Western Province Governor Azath Salley and his Easter...,negative,-0.933340132
Protests supporting Rathana Thero spreading,6/3/2019,Politics,Protestors supporting Athureliye Rathana Thero are flooding Kandy town as the Hill Capital remains shut down.,Protests supporting Rathana Thero spreading Protestors supporting Athureliye Rathana Thero are flooding Kandy town as the Hill Capital remains shut down.,negative,-0.998875201
Pope apologises to Roma for Catholic Church's 'discrimination',6/3/2019,International news,"Pope Francis apologised to the Roma people on Sunday for the Roman Catholic Church's ""discrimination"" against them as he...","Pope apologises to Roma for Catholic Church's 'discrimination' Pope Francis apologised to the Roma people on Sunday for the Roman Catholic Church's ""discrimination"" against them as he...",negative,-0.959319711
Sri Lanka private credit sharply negative in April,6/3/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's credit to private borrowers from commercial banks turned sharply negative to 43.4 billion rupees during Apri...,Sri Lanka private credit sharply negative in April Sri Lanka's credit to private borrowers from commercial banks turned sharply negative to 43.4 billion rupees during Apri...,negative,-0.999652267
"PM meets MR; meeting ""positive"", says Harsha",6/3/2019,Politics,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe met Opposition Leader and Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa this morning (3) at Tem...,"PM meets MR; meeting ""positive"", says Harsha Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe met Opposition Leader and Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa this morning (3) at Tem...",positive,0.999196947
The Shafi saga: Is it just Islamophobia?,6/3/2019,Uncategorized,If his accusers are right then Dr. Segu Siyabdeen Mohamed Shafi is guilty of one of the most heinous crimes in the annal...,The Shafi saga: Is it just Islamophobia? If his accusers are right then Dr. Segu Siyabdeen Mohamed Shafi is guilty of one of the most heinous crimes in the annal...,negative,-0.997611642
All shops in Kandy closed today,6/3/2019,Politics,The Sinhala Traders’ Front (STF) of Kandy has called a Hartal this morning (03) in support of  Athuraliye Rathana Ther...,All shops in Kandy closed today The Sinhala Traders’ Front (STF) of Kandy has called a Hartal this morning (03) in support of  Athuraliye Rathana Ther...,negative,-0.951396108
Sri Lanka police chief makes explosive revelations in court filing,6/2/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's police chief Pujith Jayasundera, now on compulsory leave, following Easter Sunday bomb attacks, has petition...","Sri Lanka police chief makes explosive revelations in court filing Sri Lanka's police chief Pujith Jayasundera, now on compulsory leave, following Easter Sunday bomb attacks, has petition...",negative,-0.970570266
"Karunaratne urges Sri Lanka to keep ""chin up"" after World Cup rout",6/2/2019,Culture,Dimuth Karunaratne urged his Sri Lanka flops to stay positive after they were jeered by angry fans during Saturday's emb...,"Karunaratne urges Sri Lanka to keep ""chin up"" after World Cup rout Dimuth Karunaratne urged his Sri Lanka flops to stay positive after they were jeered by angry fans during Saturday's emb...",negative,-0.935587764
Sri Lanka forex reserves may fall to $6.2bn in 2019 in worst-case: CB Governor,6/1/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's foreign reserves will at most fall to 6.2 billion US dollars by end-2019 due to the Easter Sunday attack, Ce...","Sri Lanka forex reserves may fall to $6.2bn in 2019 in worst-case: CB Governor Sri Lanka's foreign reserves will at most fall to 6.2 billion US dollars by end-2019 due to the Easter Sunday attack, Ce...",negative,-0.999035597
Sri Lanka EPF retains SriLankan Catering stake,6/1/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's 2.2 trillion rupee pension fund, the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF), has not sold its 1 billion rupee stake...","Sri Lanka EPF retains SriLankan Catering stake Sri Lanka's 2.2 trillion rupee pension fund, the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF), has not sold its 1 billion rupee stake...",negative,-0.922579467
Henry leads Kiwi charge to dismiss Sri Lanka for 136,6/1/2019,Culture,Matt Henry led the New Zealand charge with three wickets to help dismiss Sri Lanka for just 136 in their opening match o...,Henry leads Kiwi charge to dismiss Sri Lanka for 136 Matt Henry led the New Zealand charge with three wickets to help dismiss Sri Lanka for just 136 in their opening match o...,positive,0.958173096
Sri Lanka signs $4.5mn foreign hotel investment after Easter Sunday terror,6/1/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's Board of Investment has signed an investment agreement with Sundara (Pvt) Ltd, which will develop a 4.5 mill...","Sri Lanka signs $4.5mn foreign hotel investment after Easter Sunday terror Sri Lanka's Board of Investment has signed an investment agreement with Sundara (Pvt) Ltd, which will develop a 4.5 mill...",negative,-0.932229638
Karunaratne reveals Sri Lanka World Cup pep talks,6/1/2019,International news,Sri Lanka captain Dimuth Karunaratne has revealed stirring speeches from two of his country's greats provided the perfec...,Karunaratne reveals Sri Lanka World Cup pep talks Sri Lanka captain Dimuth Karunaratne has revealed stirring speeches from two of his country's greats provided the perfec...,positive,0.999565661
Stock markets slump as trade war tensions spike,6/1/2019,International news,"Global stocks tumbled Friday, with investors fleeing equities for safe-haven assets following the latest salvos on inter...","Stock markets slump as trade war tensions spike Global stocks tumbled Friday, with investors fleeing equities for safe-haven assets following the latest salvos on inter...",negative,-0.999258816
Sri Lanka inflation rises 5-pct in May,5/31/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's inflation accelerated to 5 percent from a year earlier in May 2019, from 4.5 percent in April, the state sta...","Sri Lanka inflation rises 5-pct in May Sri Lanka's inflation accelerated to 5 percent from a year earlier in May 2019, from 4.5 percent in April, the state sta...",negative,-0.835193634
"Italy removes travel ban on Sri Lanka, advises utmost caution",5/31/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – The Italian government has updated its travel advisory on Sri Lankan which advised against visiting...,"Italy removes travel ban on Sri Lanka, advises utmost caution ECONOMYNEXT – The Italian government has updated its travel advisory on Sri Lankan which advised against visiting...",negative,-0.949709356
Sri Lanka FIU left out of National Security Council before terror attack,5/31/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), which investigates terrorism funding and money laundering was left out of...","Sri Lanka FIU left out of National Security Council before terror attack Sri Lanka's Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), which investigates terrorism funding and money laundering was left out of...",negative,-0.999061525
Sri Lanka primary dealer NatWealth Securities suspended,5/31/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's central bank has suspended the business of NatWealth Securities Limited, a primary dealer in government secu...","Sri Lanka primary dealer NatWealth Securities suspended Sri Lanka's central bank has suspended the business of NatWealth Securities Limited, a primary dealer in government secu...",negative,-0.998275518
"Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, gilts edge higher after policy rate cut",5/31/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT -Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 176.40/50 rupees to the US dollar on Friday and gilt yields edged higher o...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, gilts edge higher after policy rate cut ECONOMYNEXT -Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 176.40/50 rupees to the US dollar on Friday and gilt yields edged higher o...",positive,0.99118793
Sri Lanka banks warned of price controls on lending,5/31/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka will slap price controls on bank loans if rates do not come down fast enough Central Bank Governor Indrajit Co...,Sri Lanka banks warned of price controls on lending Sri Lanka will slap price controls on bank loans if rates do not come down fast enough Central Bank Governor Indrajit Co...,negative,-0.997747242
"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.26-pct lower, selling in Asiri, JKH",5/31/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.26 percent lower on selling interest, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.26-pct lower, selling in Asiri, JKH ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.26 percent lower on selling interest, provisional data showed.",negative,-0.999083161
SriLankan Airlines to resume flights to Karachi,5/31/2019,Aviation,ECONOMYNEXT - SriLankan Airlines is to resume services to Pakistan’s commercial capital Karachi on 1st June 2019 ...,SriLankan Airlines to resume flights to Karachi ECONOMYNEXT - SriLankan Airlines is to resume services to Pakistan’s commercial capital Karachi on 1st June 2019 ...,negative,-0.978816569
Presidential Election will be on 7 December-President,5/31/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena is saying that the next presidential election will be held on 7 December.,Presidential Election will be on 7 December-President President Maithripala Sirisena is saying that the next presidential election will be held on 7 December.,positive,0.99341327
"Sri Lanka may borrow US$4.5bn more from bonds, loans in 2019",5/31/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka may borrow up to 4.5 billion US dollars in foreign borrowings in 2019 which includes two billion US dollars to...,"Sri Lanka may borrow US$4.5bn more from bonds, loans in 2019 Sri Lanka may borrow up to 4.5 billion US dollars in foreign borrowings in 2019 which includes two billion US dollars to...",negative,-0.974079072
Sri Lanka govt widens low interest loan schemes,5/31/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lankan government has widened a credit scheme at subsidized interest rates to promote entre...,Sri Lanka govt widens low interest loan schemes ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lankan government has widened a credit scheme at subsidized interest rates to promote entre...,positive,0.619846761
Philippines ships dumped trash back to Canada,5/31/2019,International news,Tonnes of garbage sent to the Philippines years ago was shipped back to Canada on Friday after a festering diplomatic ro...,Philippines ships dumped trash back to Canada Tonnes of garbage sent to the Philippines years ago was shipped back to Canada on Friday after a festering diplomatic ro...,negative,-0.998639882
"Sri Lanka overnight rates fall after rate cut, bonds edge up",5/31/2019,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's overnight money market rates eased after the Central Bank cut policy rates Friday, as the rupe...","Sri Lanka overnight rates fall after rate cut, bonds edge up ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's overnight money market rates eased after the Central Bank cut policy rates Friday, as the rupe...",negative,-0.991054714
Sri Lanka hotels in staffing crisis after Easter attacks,5/31/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's hoteliers are trying to retain staff until arrivals recover from the Easter Sunday bombings, but many in the...","Sri Lanka hotels in staffing crisis after Easter attacks Sri Lanka's hoteliers are trying to retain staff until arrivals recover from the Easter Sunday bombings, but many in the...",negative,-0.98982811
"Select Committee not a threat to security, ensures people's right to know - PSC members",5/31/2019,Uncategorized,Two key members of the Parliamentary Select Committee (PSC) investigating the Easter Sunday bombings today defended the ...,"Select Committee not a threat to security, ensures people's right to know - PSC members Two key members of the Parliamentary Select Committee (PSC) investigating the Easter Sunday bombings today defended the ...",positive,0.988506198
Sri Lanka's Tokyo Cement March quarter net profit down 27-pct,5/31/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Net profit at Sri Lanka's Tokyo Cement Plc fell 27 percent to 182 million rupees in the March 2019 ...,Sri Lanka's Tokyo Cement March quarter net profit down 27-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Net profit at Sri Lanka's Tokyo Cement Plc fell 27 percent to 182 million rupees in the March 2019 ...,negative,-0.999369681
Eighty tons of rice unsuitable for human consumption discovered,5/31/2019,Uncategorized,The Public Health Inspectors (PHIs) have discovered 80 000 Kgs of rice which is unsuitable for human consumption from a ...,Eighty tons of rice unsuitable for human consumption discovered The Public Health Inspectors (PHIs) have discovered 80 000 Kgs of rice which is unsuitable for human consumption from a ...,negative,-0.99828279
Rathana Thero wants three Muslim politicians removed,5/31/2019,Politics,Parliamentarian Athuraliye Rathana Thero is saying he will fast unto death if several powerful Muslim politicians are no...,Rathana Thero wants three Muslim politicians removed Parliamentarian Athuraliye Rathana Thero is saying he will fast unto death if several powerful Muslim politicians are no...,negative,-0.997581601
Sri Lanka in 50pb rate cut as credit contract after soft-peg crisis,5/31/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank has cut its policy corridor by 50 basis points with to 7.50 percent and 8.50 percent as a credi...,Sri Lanka in 50pb rate cut as credit contract after soft-peg crisis Sri Lanka's central bank has cut its policy corridor by 50 basis points with to 7.50 percent and 8.50 percent as a credi...,negative,-0.993038356
Sri Lanka frees convicts to mark Buddhist anniversary,5/31/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena Saturday granted an amnesty to 762 convicts to mark a key Buddhist anniversary,...","Sri Lanka frees convicts to mark Buddhist anniversary Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena Saturday granted an amnesty to 762 convicts to mark a key Buddhist anniversary,...",positive,0.987928987
European and US stocks advance modestly as trade war grinds on,5/31/2019,International news,"European and US stock markets won modest gains on Thursday, despite lingering worries over the protracted trade war betw...","European and US stocks advance modestly as trade war grinds on European and US stock markets won modest gains on Thursday, despite lingering worries over the protracted trade war betw...",positive,0.996432662
James Packer sells Crown Resorts stake to casino mogul Ho,5/31/2019,International news,Australian billionaire James Packer has sold nearly half his stake in Crown Resorts casinos to Hong Kong gambling mogul ...,James Packer sells Crown Resorts stake to casino mogul Ho Australian billionaire James Packer has sold nearly half his stake in Crown Resorts casinos to Hong Kong gambling mogul ...,negative,-0.617755413
"Sri Lanka private bus owners , outdoor musicians gets debt relief",5/31/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's private bus owners who are unable to meet lease payment due to the disruption from the Easter Sunday suicide...,"Sri Lanka private bus owners , outdoor musicians gets debt relief Sri Lanka's private bus owners who are unable to meet lease payment due to the disruption from the Easter Sunday suicide...",negative,-0.99165535
Education Ministry to monitor all schools and educational institutions,5/31/2019,Education,Education Minister Akila Viraj Kariyawasam said that all government and private schools and educational institutes will ...,Education Ministry to monitor all schools and educational institutions Education Minister Akila Viraj Kariyawasam said that all government and private schools and educational institutes will ...,positive,0.99386853
Kelaniya Uni closed to stop student protests against Private Campus – IUSF,5/31/2019,Education,The Inter University Students’ Federation (IUSF) is saying that the authorities closed the Kelaniya University in orde...,Kelaniya Uni closed to stop student protests against Private Campus – IUSF The Inter University Students’ Federation (IUSF) is saying that the authorities closed the Kelaniya University in orde...,negative,-0.996691704
Probe into Easter attacks successful-Police,5/31/2019,Uncategorized,“The investigations regarding 21 April attack are being successfully continued by the Criminal Investigation Departmen...,Probe into Easter attacks successful-Police “The investigations regarding 21 April attack are being successfully continued by the Criminal Investigation Departmen...,positive,0.987324834
Sri Lanka tourism relief package finalized,5/31/2019,Business,The Sri Lankan government has finalized the relief package to help tourism businesses and their employees to manage fina...,Sri Lanka tourism relief package finalized The Sri Lankan government has finalized the relief package to help tourism businesses and their employees to manage fina...,positive,0.939561188
President at Modi's swearing in,5/31/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena yesterday (30) attended the second swearing in ceremony of Indian Prime Minister Narendra...,President at Modi's swearing in President Maithripala Sirisena yesterday (30) attended the second swearing in ceremony of Indian Prime Minister Narendra...,positive,0.98654139
"Sri Lanka rupee ends lower, bond yields gain",5/30/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 176.40/50 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday and gilt yields edged up, d...","Sri Lanka rupee ends lower, bond yields gain Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 176.40/50 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday and gilt yields edged up, d...",negative,-0.98690182
Sri Lanka’s Hatton Plantations March profits fall in weak market,5/30/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations (HPL) net losses for the March quarter fell 218 percent from a year earlier to 172.9 mill...,Sri Lanka’s Hatton Plantations March profits fall in weak market Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations (HPL) net losses for the March quarter fell 218 percent from a year earlier to 172.9 mill...,negative,-0.999485135
"Sri Lanka small hotels to get interest free loan of Rs500,000",5/30/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's small hotels and homestay hosts could get an interest free loan of up to 500,000 rupees  to tide over the hi...","Sri Lanka small hotels to get interest free loan of Rs500,000 Sri Lanka's small hotels and homestay hosts could get an interest free loan of up to 500,000 rupees  to tide over the hi...",negative,-0.982344627
"Sri Lanka stocks end 0.09-pct higher, buying in CTC, SLT",5/30/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.09 percent higher, with buying in Ceylon Tobacco Company and Sri Lanka Telecom, provisional ...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.09-pct higher, buying in CTC, SLT Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.09 percent higher, with buying in Ceylon Tobacco Company and Sri Lanka Telecom, provisional ...",negative,-0.992653251
"New Sri Lanka sporting body to tackle corruption, boost competition",5/30/2019,Culture,The newly formed Association of Sports Federations Society (ASFSL) will tackle corruption and improve Sri Lanka's perfor...,"New Sri Lanka sporting body to tackle corruption, boost competition The newly formed Association of Sports Federations Society (ASFSL) will tackle corruption and improve Sri Lanka's perfor...",positive,0.998146892
"Small-time hoteliers, informal earners in tourism to get Rs. 500,000 interest-free loans",5/30/2019,Politics,"Small-time hoteliers, entrepreneurs and the self-employed in the informal tourism sector are eligible for interest-free ...","Small-time hoteliers, informal earners in tourism to get Rs. 500,000 interest-free loans Small-time hoteliers, entrepreneurs and the self-employed in the informal tourism sector are eligible for interest-free ...",positive,0.945258021
Sri Lanka failed to arrest Easter bomber despite warnings,5/30/2019,Political News,Sri Lankan authorities failed to arrest the jihadist who led the Easter Sunday attacks that killed 258 people despite mo...,Sri Lanka failed to arrest Easter bomber despite warnings Sri Lankan authorities failed to arrest the jihadist who led the Easter Sunday attacks that killed 258 people despite mo...,negative,-0.998203158
Sri Lanka overnight CB repo rate close to 6-month Treasuries yield,5/30/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's six month Treasury bill yield fell near the overnight repurchase rate at which excess money is withdrawn by ...,Sri Lanka overnight CB repo rate close to 6-month Treasuries yield Sri Lanka's six month Treasury bill yield fell near the overnight repurchase rate at which excess money is withdrawn by ...,negative,-0.999446332
"Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly weaker, stocks up",5/30/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 176.40/50 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while gilt yields gained a...","Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly weaker, stocks up Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 176.40/50 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while gilt yields gained a...",negative,-0.998458147
ACJU donates money to Easter Sunday victims,5/30/2019,Uncategorized,The All Ceylon Jamiyyathul Ulama (ACJU) together with the Colombo Mosque Federation donated money to the Catholic Church...,ACJU donates money to Easter Sunday victims The All Ceylon Jamiyyathul Ulama (ACJU) together with the Colombo Mosque Federation donated money to the Catholic Church...,negative,-0.939475656
"Turkey refutes Gnanasara Thero's claim of funding ""false ideas"" in SL",5/30/2019,Uncategorized,Turkey has refuted a claim by  Bodu Bala Sena General Secretary Galagodaaththe Gnanasara Thera that the country has been...,"Turkey refutes Gnanasara Thero's claim of funding ""false ideas"" in SL Turkey has refuted a claim by  Bodu Bala Sena General Secretary Galagodaaththe Gnanasara Thera that the country has been...",negative,-0.974483371
President denies prior knowledge of Easter attack,5/30/2019,Politics,"The Security Council had to be reconstituted and meet every two weeks following media leaks on its sittings, President M...","President denies prior knowledge of Easter attack The Security Council had to be reconstituted and meet every two weeks following media leaks on its sittings, President M...",negative,-0.996036589
Live telecasts of Easter attack hearings may stop,5/30/2019,Uncategorized,Parliament and the Ministry of Defense will revisit the idea of providing live telecasts of the proceedings of the Parli...,Live telecasts of Easter attack hearings may stop Parliament and the Ministry of Defense will revisit the idea of providing live telecasts of the proceedings of the Parli...,negative,-0.999376118
Bar Association criticises Gnanasara Thero pardon,5/30/2019,Politics,Calling into question President Maithripala Sirisena's decision to pardon Bodu Bala Sena General Secretary Galagodaatte ...,Bar Association criticises Gnanasara Thero pardon Calling into question President Maithripala Sirisena's decision to pardon Bodu Bala Sena General Secretary Galagodaatte ...,negative,-0.990729749
A special operation to raid illegal sand mining spots,5/30/2019,Uncategorized,The Geological Survey and Mining Bureau (GSMB) is carrying out a special operation to apprehend those who are engaged in...,A special operation to raid illegal sand mining spots The Geological Survey and Mining Bureau (GSMB) is carrying out a special operation to apprehend those who are engaged in...,negative,-0.965875685
"Global stocks tumble on worries over trade, slowing growth",5/30/2019,International news,World stock markets tumbled Wednesday on mounting worries over US-China trade tensions amid talk that China could limit ...,"Global stocks tumble on worries over trade, slowing growth World stock markets tumbled Wednesday on mounting worries over US-China trade tensions amid talk that China could limit ...",negative,-0.979046881
Fall armyworm helps destroy one fourth of Sri Lanka's maize crop,5/30/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's farmers are estimated to lose about 80,000 metric tonnes of maize, or a quarter of the expected production i...","Fall armyworm helps destroy one fourth of Sri Lanka's maize crop Sri Lanka's farmers are estimated to lose about 80,000 metric tonnes of maize, or a quarter of the expected production i...",negative,-0.999725401
Medical Council should carry out independent inquiry on Dr. Safi - Nalin,5/30/2019,Politics,If there are objections to the Health Ministry-appointed investigative body looking into the allegations of forced sterl...,Medical Council should carry out independent inquiry on Dr. Safi - Nalin If there are objections to the Health Ministry-appointed investigative body looking into the allegations of forced sterl...,negative,-0.987172306
Family of three killed in Nochchiyagama accident,5/30/2019,Politics,"A family of three were killed in an accident in Sinharagama, Nochchiyagama, yesterday (29).","Family of three killed in Nochchiyagama accident A family of three were killed in an accident in Sinharagama, Nochchiyagama, yesterday (29).",negative,-0.990003347
"Fire breaks out at Talawakelle estate, 24 houses destroyed",5/30/2019,Uncategorized,A total of 24 Estate houses were destroyed by fire which erupted in an estate in Talawakelle last night.,"Fire breaks out at Talawakelle estate, 24 houses destroyed A total of 24 Estate houses were destroyed by fire which erupted in an estate in Talawakelle last night.",negative,-0.985627055
Sri Lanka should phase out term repo deals and allow rates to fall: Bellwether,5/29/2019,Bellwether,The central bank should phase out term repo opeations to make the lower policy corridor active,Sri Lanka should phase out term repo deals and allow rates to fall: Bellwether The central bank should phase out term repo opeations to make the lower policy corridor active,negative,-0.999307632
Sri Lanka gets nod to sell US$1.5bn sovereign bond,5/29/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of ministers has approved government borrowing of 1.5 billion US dollars throug...,Sri Lanka gets nod to sell US$1.5bn sovereign bond ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of ministers has approved government borrowing of 1.5 billion US dollars throug...,negative,-0.948545396
"Sri Lanka commerce returning to normal, more tourists by August: PM",5/29/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT – Germany has removed a travel ban on Sri Lanka, imposed after Easter Sunday’s suicide bombing...","Sri Lanka commerce returning to normal, more tourists by August: PM ECONOMYNEXT – Germany has removed a travel ban on Sri Lanka, imposed after Easter Sunday’s suicide bombing...",negative,-0.965749562
Sri Lanka approves more 1MW solar power plants,5/29/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government has given the go-ahead to four private energy companies to build one ...,Sri Lanka approves more 1MW solar power plants ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government has given the go-ahead to four private energy companies to build one ...,positive,0.874743998
"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.50-pct higher, buying interest in CLC, LLUB",5/29/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.50 percent higher with buying interest in Commercial Leasing and Finance (CLC) and Chevron L...,"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.50-pct higher, buying interest in CLC, LLUB Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.50 percent higher with buying interest in Commercial Leasing and Finance (CLC) and Chevron L...",negative,-0.971219003
Sri Lanka govt electronic procurement to save billions,5/29/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – An ‘Electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) System’ commissioned Wednesday will impro...,Sri Lanka govt electronic procurement to save billions ECONOMYNEXT – An ‘Electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) System’ commissioned Wednesday will impro...,negative,-0.997537494
Sri Lanka post-Easter Sunday tourism promotion cleared,5/29/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers has approved a public relations and advertising campaign to help the country recover fr...,Sri Lanka post-Easter Sunday tourism promotion cleared Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers has approved a public relations and advertising campaign to help the country recover fr...,negative,-0.662322044
Sri Lanka 01-yr Treasury Bill yield falls to 8.88-pct,5/29/2019,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill yields fell for the fifth straight week, with the rate for the 12-month maturity ...","Sri Lanka 01-yr Treasury Bill yield falls to 8.88-pct ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill yields fell for the fifth straight week, with the rate for the 12-month maturity ...",negative,-0.999273002
Shocking lapses led to official inaction over Easter bombs,5/29/2019,Uncategorized,A lackadaisical attitude towards security in general and a disregard of vital intelligence led to no action being taken ...,Shocking lapses led to official inaction over Easter bombs A lackadaisical attitude towards security in general and a disregard of vital intelligence led to no action being taken ...,negative,-0.9996562
Sri Lanka finance ministry director held over ‘antique’ ammunition,5/29/2019,Political News,Police have detained for questioning the media director at Sri Lanka's Ministry of Finance Mohamed Hassen over the disco...,Sri Lanka finance ministry director held over ‘antique’ ammunition Police have detained for questioning the media director at Sri Lanka's Ministry of Finance Mohamed Hassen over the disco...,negative,-0.985412657
Sri Lanka’s United Motors tax reversal boosts March profits,5/29/2019,Markets,Profits at United Motors (UML) Sri Lanka rose 9.9 percent to 237.5 million rupees in the March quarter due to a tax reve...,Sri Lanka’s United Motors tax reversal boosts March profits Profits at United Motors (UML) Sri Lanka rose 9.9 percent to 237.5 million rupees in the March quarter due to a tax reve...,negative,-0.992053986
Cabinet nod for President's 'Gama Neguma' project,5/29/2019,Politics,"The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval for a volunteer peoples' organisation named 'Gama Neguma', as proposed by ...","Cabinet nod for President's 'Gama Neguma' project The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval for a volunteer peoples' organisation named 'Gama Neguma', as proposed by ...",negative,-0.851016879
Temporary ban on industrial explosives lifted,5/29/2019,Uncategorized,The temporary ban on issuing explosives for industrial use has been lifted on the instructions of President Maithripala ...,Temporary ban on industrial explosives lifted The temporary ban on issuing explosives for industrial use has been lifted on the instructions of President Maithripala ...,negative,-0.909969628
Strong winds across southwestern coast,5/29/2019,Weather and Climate,Heavy rains or thundershowers together with an increase in wind speeds of up to 70-80 kmh can be expected in the southwe...,Strong winds across southwestern coast Heavy rains or thundershowers together with an increase in wind speeds of up to 70-80 kmh can be expected in the southwe...,positive,0.896417439
Development projects to continue - Nalin,5/29/2019,Economy,"Large-scale investment projects will go ahead as planned despite the prevailing situation in the country, Deputy Ministe...","Development projects to continue - Nalin Large-scale investment projects will go ahead as planned despite the prevailing situation in the country, Deputy Ministe...",positive,0.998108029
UNP on the offensive against President?,5/29/2019,Politics,The Easter Sunday fallout took a new turn today as the United National Party (UNP) appeared to cautiously test the water...,UNP on the offensive against President? The Easter Sunday fallout took a new turn today as the United National Party (UNP) appeared to cautiously test the water...,negative,-0.991750538
Cabinet approves 12 solar power plant projects,5/29/2019,Uncategorized,The Cabinet of Ministers has approved seven solar power plant projects as proposed by Power and Energy Minister Ravi Kar...,Cabinet approves 12 solar power plant projects The Cabinet of Ministers has approved seven solar power plant projects as proposed by Power and Energy Minister Ravi Kar...,positive,0.977573156
"Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, bond yields fall",5/29/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee opened firmer at 176.10/25 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday and gilt yields were stead...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, bond yields fall Sri Lanka's rupee opened firmer at 176.10/25 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday and gilt yields were stead...",negative,-0.859125793
Four countries soften travel advisories to Sri Lanka,5/29/2019,Uncategorized,Four countries have now softened their travel advisories to Sri Lanka urging travelers to be extremely cautious and resp...,Four countries soften travel advisories to Sri Lanka Four countries have now softened their travel advisories to Sri Lanka urging travelers to be extremely cautious and resp...,negative,-0.9769364
India relaxes travel advisory to Sri Lanka,5/29/2019,Business,"India, the top source of tourists to Sri Lanka, has relaxed a travel advisory asking citizens to be cautious when travel...","India relaxes travel advisory to Sri Lanka India, the top source of tourists to Sri Lanka, has relaxed a travel advisory asking citizens to be cautious when travel...",positive,0.871158779
Dias new Air Force Commander,5/29/2019,Uncategorized,President Maithripala Sirisena has appointed Air Marshall D. L. S. Dias as the 17th Commander of the Air Force.,Dias new Air Force Commander President Maithripala Sirisena has appointed Air Marshall D. L. S. Dias as the 17th Commander of the Air Force.,positive,0.998612285
Arrest warrant issued for 'Buddhist bin Laden',5/29/2019,South Asia,"Myanmar police issued an arrest warrant Tuesday evening for an ultra-nationalist monk known as the ""Buddhist Bin Laden"" ...","Arrest warrant issued for 'Buddhist bin Laden' Myanmar police issued an arrest warrant Tuesday evening for an ultra-nationalist monk known as the ""Buddhist Bin Laden"" ...",negative,-0.985138476
Singapore's G&G bullish on Sri Lanka agro sector after Hatton Plantations buy,5/29/2019,Economy,"Singapore-based G&G Group is looking to invest in Sri Lanka's agriculture sector in the future, an official said after a...","Singapore's G&G bullish on Sri Lanka agro sector after Hatton Plantations buy Singapore-based G&G Group is looking to invest in Sri Lanka's agriculture sector in the future, an official said after a...",negative,-0.960235298
Sri Lanka needs strong defence policy – Army Chief,5/29/2019,Politics,The county is in need of a strong defence policy in order to determine the depth and width of Sri Lanka’s national int...,Sri Lanka needs strong defence policy – Army Chief The county is in need of a strong defence policy in order to determine the depth and width of Sri Lanka’s national int...,negative,-0.994746089
A pardon unpardonable,5/29/2019,Opinion,We are back in primitive tribal times.  ,A pardon unpardonable We are back in primitive tribal times.  ,positive,0.875869274
Port Terminal deal ends intense diplomacy,5/29/2019,Politics,"Sri Lanka, India and Japan signed up yesterday to co-operate to develop a container terminal in the Colombo Port, ending...","Port Terminal deal ends intense diplomacy Sri Lanka, India and Japan signed up yesterday to co-operate to develop a container terminal in the Colombo Port, ending...",positive,0.998711586
Lotus Renewables buys Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations,5/28/2019,Agriculture,"Lotus Renewables, a Singapore based energy group said it had bought a 51 percent stake in Hatton Plantations Plc, a publ...","Lotus Renewables buys Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations Lotus Renewables, a Singapore based energy group said it had bought a 51 percent stake in Hatton Plantations Plc, a publ...",positive,0.603271246
Sri Lanka to host annual ADB meet in 2021,5/28/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will host the 54th annual meeting of the Board of Governors of the Asian Development Bank in 2021, the finance...","Sri Lanka to host annual ADB meet in 2021 Sri Lanka will host the 54th annual meeting of the Board of Governors of the Asian Development Bank in 2021, the finance...",positive,0.997672021
"Sri Lanka rupee ends lower, bond yields steady",5/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 176.25/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday and gilt yields were steady,...","Sri Lanka rupee ends lower, bond yields steady Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 176.25/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday and gilt yields were steady,...",negative,-0.756568849
Sunshine Holdings focusing on consumer and health after Sri Lanka tea farm exit,5/28/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings Plc, which sold its tea farming business to a Singapore based company said it will focus o...","Sunshine Holdings focusing on consumer and health after Sri Lanka tea farm exit Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings Plc, which sold its tea farming business to a Singapore based company said it will focus o...",positive,0.996870816
"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.04-pct higher, index-heavy buying",5/28/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.04 percent higher, with buying interest in index-heavy Dialog Axiata, Commercial Bank and Jo...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.04-pct higher, index-heavy buying Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.04 percent higher, with buying interest in index-heavy Dialog Axiata, Commercial Bank and Jo...",negative,-0.994870663
"Sri Lanka, Japan, India ink memo for East container terminal",5/28/2019,Logistics,"Sri Lanka, Japan and India has inked a memorandum of co-operation to operate a container terminal in Sri Lanka's Colombo...","Sri Lanka, Japan, India ink memo for East container terminal Sri Lanka, Japan and India has inked a memorandum of co-operation to operate a container terminal in Sri Lanka's Colombo...",negative,-0.618152022
Sri Lanka imports fall 19-pct in 2019 March quarter as credit slows,5/28/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's imports fell 19.3 percent  from a year earlier to 4.81 billion US dollars in the first quarter of 2019, as p...","Sri Lanka imports fall 19-pct in 2019 March quarter as credit slows Sri Lanka's imports fell 19.3 percent  from a year earlier to 4.81 billion US dollars in the first quarter of 2019, as p...",negative,-0.999026656
Maldives ex-leader Nasheed tipped as new Speaker,5/28/2019,South Asia,The former Maldives president Mohamed Nasheed has been nominated as the country's parliamentary speaker and is set to be...,Maldives ex-leader Nasheed tipped as new Speaker The former Maldives president Mohamed Nasheed has been nominated as the country's parliamentary speaker and is set to be...,positive,0.992868602
Sri Lanka to get bumper rice harvest in Maha 2019,5/28/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's rough rice output is expected to hit 2.9 million metric tonnes in the Maha 2019 cultivation season that has ...,Sri Lanka to get bumper rice harvest in Maha 2019 Sri Lanka's rough rice output is expected to hit 2.9 million metric tonnes in the Maha 2019 cultivation season that has ...,negative,-0.989050746
Report on Kurunegala Cesarean issue on Friday,5/28/2019,Politics,A report by an expert committee into allegations that a doctor in Kurunegala has rendered thousands of women infertile d...,Report on Kurunegala Cesarean issue on Friday A report by an expert committee into allegations that a doctor in Kurunegala has rendered thousands of women infertile d...,negative,-0.975253642
Family of cop killed in Dematagoda blast gets compensation,5/28/2019,Politics,The government is compensating the family of Police Sergeant Bhathiya Bandara Ratnayake who was killed by a suicide bomb...,Family of cop killed in Dematagoda blast gets compensation The government is compensating the family of Police Sergeant Bhathiya Bandara Ratnayake who was killed by a suicide bomb...,negative,-0.98146975
Amith Weerasinghe further remanded,5/28/2019,Uncategorized,A magistrate has refused bail for Sinhala Right-Wing activist Amith Weerasinghe,Amith Weerasinghe further remanded A magistrate has refused bail for Sinhala Right-Wing activist Amith Weerasinghe,negative,-0.97967416
ACJU calls for low-key Eid-ul-Fitr with emphasis on helping those affected,5/28/2019,Uncategorized,"The All Ceylon Jamiyyathul Ulama (ACJU) has called for a ""simple"" Ramadan celebration this year, in light of the prevail...","ACJU calls for low-key Eid-ul-Fitr with emphasis on helping those affected The All Ceylon Jamiyyathul Ulama (ACJU) has called for a ""simple"" Ramadan celebration this year, in light of the prevail...",positive,0.987710536
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stock 0.04-pct higher",5/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 176.25/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while gilt yields were stea...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stock 0.04-pct higher Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 176.25/35 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while gilt yields were stea...",negative,-0.998401225
GMOA leads protest in Kurunegala against Dr. Shafi,5/28/2019,Politics,The  Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA)  today led a protest in front of the Kurunegala Teaching Hospital ag...,GMOA leads protest in Kurunegala against Dr. Shafi The  Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA)  today led a protest in front of the Kurunegala Teaching Hospital ag...,negative,-0.987416208
Sri Lankan start-ups introduced to Singapore,5/28/2019,Economy,The Singapore-Sri Lanka Business Association (SLBA) together with Sri Lanka High Commission in Singapore launched the fi...,Sri Lankan start-ups introduced to Singapore The Singapore-Sri Lanka Business Association (SLBA) together with Sri Lanka High Commission in Singapore launched the fi...,positive,0.996231854
Sri Lanka offers two offshore oil blocks for exploration,5/28/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka has opened an international bidding round to explore and produce oil and natural gas in two blocks in the Mann...,Sri Lanka offers two offshore oil blocks for exploration Sri Lanka has opened an international bidding round to explore and produce oil and natural gas in two blocks in the Mann...,positive,0.959616661
Progress of Mahaweli Development Ministry reviewed,5/28/2019,Politics,A  meeting to review the progress of the Ministry of Mahaweli Development and Environment was held yesterday (27) at the...,Progress of Mahaweli Development Ministry reviewed A  meeting to review the progress of the Ministry of Mahaweli Development and Environment was held yesterday (27) at the...,positive,0.960286558
PTA detainees to be moved to Welisara Navy camp,5/28/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena has declared the Welisara Naval Camp named as a detention centre for the suspects who wer...,PTA detainees to be moved to Welisara Navy camp President Maithripala Sirisena has declared the Welisara Naval Camp named as a detention centre for the suspects who wer...,negative,-0.995814741
Sri Lanka growth may fall below 3-pct in 2019: Report,5/28/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's economy is expected to grow below 3 percent in 2019 after the Easter Sunday attacks dampened growth prospect...,Sri Lanka growth may fall below 3-pct in 2019: Report Sri Lanka's economy is expected to grow below 3 percent in 2019 after the Easter Sunday attacks dampened growth prospect...,negative,-0.995742977
"European stocks rise on EU vote, car merger talk",5/28/2019,International news,"European markets pushed higher Monday, relieved that centrists remain in control in the European parliament following a ...","European stocks rise on EU vote, car merger talk European markets pushed higher Monday, relieved that centrists remain in control in the European parliament following a ...",negative,-0.829497099
Sri Lanka's formal hotel investments grow $2.9 million in March,5/28/2019,Business,Net investments into Sri Lanka's formal hotel sector since November 2010 grew by 2.9 million US dollars in the March qua...,Sri Lanka's formal hotel investments grow $2.9 million in March Net investments into Sri Lanka's formal hotel sector since November 2010 grew by 2.9 million US dollars in the March qua...,positive,0.968843341
Two arrested for distributing old cosmetics in Negombo,5/28/2019,Uncategorized,"Negombo police has arrested two individuals for allegedly relabelling and distributing old cosmetics in Agurukaramulla, ...","Two arrested for distributing old cosmetics in Negombo Negombo police has arrested two individuals for allegedly relabelling and distributing old cosmetics in Agurukaramulla, ...",negative,-0.990194023
Sri Lanka Telecom in deal with work.lk freelance site,5/27/2019,ICT,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka Telecom has tied up with work.lk in a deal that gives the freelance work platform access to the ...,Sri Lanka Telecom in deal with work.lk freelance site ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka Telecom has tied up with work.lk in a deal that gives the freelance work platform access to the ...,positive,0.998218834
Sri Lanka producers suggests tax cut for incremental exports after Easter Sunday attack,5/27/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's exporters are looking to export excess goods produced and not consumed in the post-Easter Sunday economy, a ...","Sri Lanka producers suggests tax cut for incremental exports after Easter Sunday attack Sri Lanka's exporters are looking to export excess goods produced and not consumed in the post-Easter Sunday economy, a ...",negative,-0.992888629
Sri Lanka political parties need internal democracy: Eran,5/27/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's political parties should follow a democratic process in selecting leaders and candidates for elections, Stat...","Sri Lanka political parties need internal democracy: Eran Sri Lanka's political parties should follow a democratic process in selecting leaders and candidates for elections, Stat...",negative,-0.588430762
"Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer, gilt yields stable",5/27/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee ended stronger at 176.20/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while gilt yields were stead...,"Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer, gilt yields stable Sri Lanka's rupee ended stronger at 176.20/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while gilt yields were stead...",negative,-0.813319147
"Sri Lanka mobile phone network latency not good enough, survey finds",5/27/2019,ICT,ECONOMYNEXT – Download speeds on Sri Lanka’s mobile phone networks are not bad compared with other countri...,"Sri Lanka mobile phone network latency not good enough, survey finds ECONOMYNEXT – Download speeds on Sri Lanka’s mobile phone networks are not bad compared with other countri...",negative,-0.953177989
"Sri Lanka stocks end 0.07-pct lower, selling in JKH",5/27/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.07 percent lower on selling interest in Ceylon Cold Stores, Commercial Leasing and Finance P...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.07-pct lower, selling in JKH Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.07 percent lower on selling interest in Ceylon Cold Stores, Commercial Leasing and Finance P...",negative,-0.999500513
SriLankan Airlines fighting boycott call,5/27/2019,Politics,Sri Lankan Airlines is fighting a boycott call by Muslims after a passenger said he was arrested for reading the Koran o...,SriLankan Airlines fighting boycott call Sri Lankan Airlines is fighting a boycott call by Muslims after a passenger said he was arrested for reading the Koran o...,negative,-0.994787693
Sri Lanka may not renew emergency: President,5/27/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's security forces had made rapid progress in restoring security after Easter Sunday blasts and emergency law m...,Sri Lanka may not renew emergency: President Sri Lanka's security forces had made rapid progress in restoring security after Easter Sunday blasts and emergency law m...,negative,-0.994852245
Sri Lanka growth slowdown risk from bombings could prompt interest rate cut,5/27/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – The prospect of Sri Lanka’s central bank loosening monetary policy at its review this week h...,Sri Lanka growth slowdown risk from bombings could prompt interest rate cut ECONOMYNEXT – The prospect of Sri Lanka’s central bank loosening monetary policy at its review this week h...,negative,-0.99172169
Health Ministry-appointed experts to investigate Kurunegala surgeon,5/27/2019,Uncategorized,The Health Ministry will appoint an investigative body to look into allegations levelled against Dr. Siyabdeen Mohamed S...,Health Ministry-appointed experts to investigate Kurunegala surgeon The Health Ministry will appoint an investigative body to look into allegations levelled against Dr. Siyabdeen Mohamed S...,positive,0.778941572
National narcotics prevention week from 22 June to 1 July,5/27/2019,Health,An island-wide National Narcotics Prevention week will be held from 22 June to 1 July under President Maithripala Sirise...,National narcotics prevention week from 22 June to 1 July An island-wide National Narcotics Prevention week will be held from 22 June to 1 July under President Maithripala Sirise...,positive,0.961644948
Sri Lanka soft drinks market recovering from sugar tax,5/27/2019,Economy,"Soft drink sales have started to pick up after the initial shock of a sugar tax, while a price cut after taxes were redu...","Sri Lanka soft drinks market recovering from sugar tax Soft drink sales have started to pick up after the initial shock of a sugar tax, while a price cut after taxes were redu...",negative,-0.972953081
Releasing Gnanasara Thero was a good thing - Rajitha,5/27/2019,Politics,"Endorsing the controversial pardoning of Ven. Gnanasara Thero, Health Minister and United National Party (UNP) Parliamen...","Releasing Gnanasara Thero was a good thing - Rajitha Endorsing the controversial pardoning of Ven. Gnanasara Thero, Health Minister and United National Party (UNP) Parliamen...",positive,0.998374581
Sri Lanka’s Hemas Holdings March quarter net profit up 47-pct,5/27/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Hemas Holdings group net profit rose 47 percent to 863 million rupees in the Mar...,Sri Lanka’s Hemas Holdings March quarter net profit up 47-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Hemas Holdings group net profit rose 47 percent to 863 million rupees in the Mar...,negative,-0.912521064
"Sri Lanka rupee opens flat, stock higher",5/27/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened steady at 176.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while gilt yields were stabl...","Sri Lanka rupee opens flat, stock higher Sri Lanka's rupee opened steady at 176.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while gilt yields were stabl...",negative,-0.998589814
Emergency can be lifted soon - Sirisena,5/27/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena is saying that the state of Emergency can be lifted once the one month period is over nex...,Emergency can be lifted soon - Sirisena President Maithripala Sirisena is saying that the state of Emergency can be lifted once the one month period is over nex...,negative,-0.928307116
"Sri Lanka’s Dialog Axiata stems voice revenue decline, data grows strongly",5/27/2019,ICT,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s dominant mobile phone operator Dialog Axiata has said it managed to stem the fal...,"Sri Lanka’s Dialog Axiata stems voice revenue decline, data grows strongly ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s dominant mobile phone operator Dialog Axiata has said it managed to stem the fal...",negative,-0.778676331
Lukewarm morning for Asia stocks; Brent up,5/27/2019,International news,Asian markets made a tepid recovery Monday as investors sought to shrug off a difficult week dominated by anxiety over t...,Lukewarm morning for Asia stocks; Brent up Asian markets made a tepid recovery Monday as investors sought to shrug off a difficult week dominated by anxiety over t...,negative,-0.995702446
Foreign investors buy Sri Lanka rupee bonds,5/27/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Foreign investors have bought into Sri Lanka rupee bonds in the week to May 22, official data show, reversing a trend se...","Foreign investors buy Sri Lanka rupee bonds Foreign investors have bought into Sri Lanka rupee bonds in the week to May 22, official data show, reversing a trend se...",negative,-0.974727392
Beef banned in Kurunegala,5/27/2019,Uncategorized,Kurunegala Municipal Council (MC) has banned the sale of beef within city limits.,Beef banned in Kurunegala Kurunegala Municipal Council (MC) has banned the sale of beef within city limits.,negative,-0.988755405
Sri Lanka detain nearly 100 in anti-Islamist swoops,5/27/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's military has detained nearly 100 suspects during four days of search operations against remnants of an Islam...,Sri Lanka detain nearly 100 in anti-Islamist swoops Sri Lanka's military has detained nearly 100 suspects during four days of search operations against remnants of an Islam...,negative,-0.979968548
Battered EU centre holds off populist surge in vote,5/27/2019,South Asia,Europe's mainstream political parties took a hit in elections on Sunday but held off a strong surge by the populist righ...,Battered EU centre holds off populist surge in vote Europe's mainstream political parties took a hit in elections on Sunday but held off a strong surge by the populist righ...,negative,-0.870181441
"Modi kept his job, Indians worry about theirs",5/27/2019,International news,"Asad Ahmed, one of about 1.2 million young Indians entering the cutthroat job market each month, diligently scribbles no...","Modi kept his job, Indians worry about theirs Asad Ahmed, one of about 1.2 million young Indians entering the cutthroat job market each month, diligently scribbles no...",negative,-0.985414028
Sri Lanka vehicle registrations down after Easter Sunday attacks,5/27/2019,Ground,"Sri Lanka's vehicle registration have fallen 18 percent in April from a month earlier to 28,599 units, in the wake of th...","Sri Lanka vehicle registrations down after Easter Sunday attacks Sri Lanka's vehicle registration have fallen 18 percent in April from a month earlier to 28,599 units, in the wake of th...",negative,-0.999272525
Police failed to prevent violence - HRCSL,5/27/2019,Uncategorized,The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) is saying that the police failed to take ‘preventive measures’ to s...,Police failed to prevent violence - HRCSL The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) is saying that the police failed to take ‘preventive measures’ to s...,negative,-0.999338686
Baby dies in a head-on collision in Naiwala,5/27/2019,Uncategorized,A three-month-old infant was killed in a head-on collision on the Hakmana-Matara road in Naiwala last (26) evening.,Baby dies in a head-on collision in Naiwala A three-month-old infant was killed in a head-on collision on the Hakmana-Matara road in Naiwala last (26) evening.,negative,-0.997441411
UNP silent on Gnanasara Thero's pardon,5/27/2019,Opinion,It is mystifying that the United National Party is yet to articulate its position on the release of the Sinhala Right-Wi...,UNP silent on Gnanasara Thero's pardon It is mystifying that the United National Party is yet to articulate its position on the release of the Sinhala Right-Wi...,negative,-0.997257531
Sri Lanka low grown tea recovery expected in 2019 despite Iran sanctions,5/26/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's low grown tea is expected to recover in 2018 despite sanctions on Iran, a top producer has said as a demand ...","Sri Lanka low grown tea recovery expected in 2019 despite Iran sanctions Sri Lanka's low grown tea is expected to recover in 2018 despite sanctions on Iran, a top producer has said as a demand ...",positive,0.571476281
"Sri Lanka braces for monsoon, rescue teams ready",5/26/2019,Environment,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is bracing for the southwest monsoon rains, expected by Monday, May 27 with rescue teams ...","Sri Lanka braces for monsoon, rescue teams ready ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is bracing for the southwest monsoon rains, expected by Monday, May 27 with rescue teams ...",negative,-0.710246265
Monthly national security meeting - President,5/26/2019,Uncategorized,President Maithripala Sirisena will summon a monthly meeting to review national security while obtaining the ideas and s...,Monthly national security meeting - President President Maithripala Sirisena will summon a monthly meeting to review national security while obtaining the ideas and s...,positive,0.991338849
Sri Lanka to open parliamentary probe on Easter blast failure,5/25/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka will open a parliamentary select committee probe into Easter suicide attacks which happened despite a prior wa...,Sri Lanka to open parliamentary probe on Easter blast failure Sri Lanka will open a parliamentary select committee probe into Easter suicide attacks which happened despite a prior wa...,negative,-0.919580877
Sri Lanka troops launch major hunt for Islamists linked to suicide attacks,5/25/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's military launched a major hunt Saturday for remnants of an Islamist group which carried out the Easter suici...,Sri Lanka troops launch major hunt for Islamists linked to suicide attacks Sri Lanka's military launched a major hunt Saturday for remnants of an Islamist group which carried out the Easter suici...,negative,-0.687201619
Sri Lanka's Cinnamon Life project costs rise amid delay,5/25/2019,Business,"Cinnamon Life, promoted by Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings Plc, said cost were up 10 from the original 805 million US d...","Sri Lanka's Cinnamon Life project costs rise amid delay Cinnamon Life, promoted by Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings Plc, said cost were up 10 from the original 805 million US d...",negative,-0.993288815
Korea to help Sri Lanka digitalize land data,5/25/2019,Economy,"Korea's Eximbank will fund a feasibility study to digitalize Sri Lanka's land management systems, which will improve cit...","Korea to help Sri Lanka digitalize land data Korea's Eximbank will fund a feasibility study to digitalize Sri Lanka's land management systems, which will improve cit...",positive,0.93590194
Du Plessis leads by example as South Africa beat Sri Lanka,5/25/2019,Culture,South Africa captain Faf Du Plessis led by example with a confident 88 as his side cruised to an 87-run win over Sri Lan...,Du Plessis leads by example as South Africa beat Sri Lanka South Africa captain Faf Du Plessis led by example with a confident 88 as his side cruised to an 87-run win over Sri Lan...,positive,0.999685049
Sri Lanka's Cinnamon to lease new Maldives resort,5/25/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's Cinnamon Resorts, a unit of John Keells Holdings Plc is in talks to wrap up a 10 - year renewable lease for ...","Sri Lanka's Cinnamon to lease new Maldives resort Sri Lanka's Cinnamon Resorts, a unit of John Keells Holdings Plc is in talks to wrap up a 10 - year renewable lease for ...",positive,0.543509305
"Mangala, Monks, Mangala Sutta, and Marx",5/25/2019,Opinion,"In the Buddhist belief system, “Mangala” means a ‘blessing’. In the abstract ‘Mangala’ denotes an “auspici...","Mangala, Monks, Mangala Sutta, and Marx In the Buddhist belief system, “Mangala” means a ‘blessing’. In the abstract ‘Mangala’ denotes an “auspici...",positive,0.971928418
Gnanasara pardon ridicules independence of Judiciary - Bishop,5/25/2019,Politics,The Methodist Church is castigating President Maithripala Sirisena for pardoning demagogue Galagodaththe Gnanasara Thero...,Gnanasara pardon ridicules independence of Judiciary - Bishop The Methodist Church is castigating President Maithripala Sirisena for pardoning demagogue Galagodaththe Gnanasara Thero...,negative,-0.990904272
"""Upon a Sleepless Isle"" - A delightful journey",5/25/2019,Uncategorized,"Fans of Andrew Fidel Fernando will be surprised, and those who are new to his writings, delighted.","""Upon a Sleepless Isle"" - A delightful journey Fans of Andrew Fidel Fernando will be surprised, and those who are new to his writings, delighted.",positive,0.99979645
"Finance minister slams Judenboykott, Kristallnacht re-enaction against Muslims in Sri Lanka",5/24/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera slammed a Nazi-style boycott of Muslim businesses and mob violence unle...,"Finance minister slams Judenboykott, Kristallnacht re-enaction against Muslims in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka's Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera slammed a Nazi-style boycott of Muslim businesses and mob violence unle...",negative,-0.997506678
"Sri Lanka tea industry unaffected by bombings, weather",5/24/2019,Agriculture,"ECONOMYNEXT –Production and sales of tea, Sri Lanka’s main export crop, are looking favorable this year de...","Sri Lanka tea industry unaffected by bombings, weather ECONOMYNEXT –Production and sales of tea, Sri Lanka’s main export crop, are looking favorable this year de...",positive,0.99485755
Sri Lanka’s JKH group March net profit down 68-pct,5/24/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s John Keells Holdings group net profit fell 68 percent to 3.2 billion rupees in t...,Sri Lanka’s JKH group March net profit down 68-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s John Keells Holdings group net profit fell 68 percent to 3.2 billion rupees in t...,negative,-0.999469459
Sri Lanka PM briefs ambassadors in bid to lift travel advisories,5/24/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and members of the security establishment had met foreign ambassadors ba...,Sri Lanka PM briefs ambassadors in bid to lift travel advisories Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and members of the security establishment had met foreign ambassadors ba...,positive,0.52802527
"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilts yields up on profit taking",5/24/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed steady at 176.30/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday and gilt yields moved up, mar...","Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, gilts yields up on profit taking Sri Lanka's rupee closed steady at 176.30/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday and gilt yields moved up, mar...",negative,-0.98540014
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.20-pct lower,5/24/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.20 percent lower with th benchmark index drgged down by selling in shares like...,Sri Lanka stocks end 0.20-pct lower ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.20 percent lower with th benchmark index drgged down by selling in shares like...,negative,-0.999343455
Contenders jockeying to replace British PM,5/24/2019,International news,"After British Prime Minister Theresa May announced her resignation on Friday, here are the top contenders for her job","Contenders jockeying to replace British PM After British Prime Minister Theresa May announced her resignation on Friday, here are the top contenders for her job",positive,0.99825424
"Affordability, need limit Sri Lanka smart phone ownership",5/24/2019,ICT,"ECONOMYNEXT- Most Sri Lankans do not own a mobile phone because they either cannot afford one or don’t need it, a...","Affordability, need limit Sri Lanka smart phone ownership ECONOMYNEXT- Most Sri Lankans do not own a mobile phone because they either cannot afford one or don’t need it, a...",negative,-0.990204215
"Sri Lanka’s Cargills Bank upgraded to 'A-(lka)', Union Bank to 'BBB-(lka)'",5/24/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Fitch Ratings Lanka said it has upgraded the National Long-Term Ratings of Cargills Bank Ltd (CBL) to 'A-(...,"Sri Lanka’s Cargills Bank upgraded to 'A-(lka)', Union Bank to 'BBB-(lka)' ECONOMYNEXT - Fitch Ratings Lanka said it has upgraded the National Long-Term Ratings of Cargills Bank Ltd (CBL) to 'A-(...",negative,-0.985959888
Terror accused wins Indian parliament seat,5/24/2019,South Asia,"New Delhi, India | AFP | Friday - A firebrand Hindu nationalist nun facing terrorism charges over the deadly bombing of ...","Terror accused wins Indian parliament seat New Delhi, India | AFP | Friday - A firebrand Hindu nationalist nun facing terrorism charges over the deadly bombing of ...",negative,-0.820644081
Sri Lanka’s Serendib Hotels March quarter net profit growth flat,5/24/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Net profits at Sri Lanka’s Serendib Hotels group were virtually flat at 156 million rupees i...,Sri Lanka’s Serendib Hotels March quarter net profit growth flat ECONOMYNEXT – Net profits at Sri Lanka’s Serendib Hotels group were virtually flat at 156 million rupees i...,negative,-0.999685884
"Sri Lanka’s Piramal Glass March net profit doubles, exports up",5/24/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka’s Piramal Glass Ceylon PLC went up by 108 percent to 192 million rupees in the...,"Sri Lanka’s Piramal Glass March net profit doubles, exports up ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka’s Piramal Glass Ceylon PLC went up by 108 percent to 192 million rupees in the...",negative,-0.93655628
Sandya says Gnanasara Thero's release puts family in danger; requests security,5/24/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena's decision to pardon and release Ven. Galagodatte Gnanasara Thero from prison has endange...,Sandya says Gnanasara Thero's release puts family in danger; requests security President Maithripala Sirisena's decision to pardon and release Ven. Galagodatte Gnanasara Thero from prison has endange...,negative,-0.98694706
Thajudeen case: High Court issues summons to former SDIG Senanayake,5/24/2019,Uncategorized,Colombo High Court Judge Adithya Patabendige today (24) issued summons to former Senior DIG Anura Senanayake for his all...,Thajudeen case: High Court issues summons to former SDIG Senanayake Colombo High Court Judge Adithya Patabendige today (24) issued summons to former Senior DIG Anura Senanayake for his all...,negative,-0.962554753
Negombo man sets fire to building owned by mother-in-law,5/24/2019,Uncategorized,"A man has set fire to a five-storey building owned by his mother-in-law in Kochchikade, Negombo, last night (23) causing...","Negombo man sets fire to building owned by mother-in-law A man has set fire to a five-storey building owned by his mother-in-law in Kochchikade, Negombo, last night (23) causing...",negative,-0.990023196
Kavinda steps down from PSC,5/24/2019,Politics,United National Party (UNP) parliamentarian Kavinda Jayawardena has stepped down from the Parliamentary Select Committee...,Kavinda steps down from PSC United National Party (UNP) parliamentarian Kavinda Jayawardena has stepped down from the Parliamentary Select Committee...,negative,-0.953398824
New Sri Lanka stock market misconduct criteria to improve enforcement: IMF,5/24/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – New criteria for reporting capital market wrongdoings to the regulator by Sri Lanka’s stock ...,New Sri Lanka stock market misconduct criteria to improve enforcement: IMF ECONOMYNEXT – New criteria for reporting capital market wrongdoings to the regulator by Sri Lanka’s stock ...,negative,-0.993707895
Modi vows 'inclusive' India after landslide election win,5/24/2019,International news,"Hindu nationalist Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed an ""inclusive"" future for all Indians on Thursday after a landslide...","Modi vows 'inclusive' India after landslide election win Hindu nationalist Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed an ""inclusive"" future for all Indians on Thursday after a landslide...",positive,0.996907413
Global stocks dive in 'perfect storm' as oil slumps,5/24/2019,International news,"World stock markets and oil prices slumped Thursday in a ""perfect storm"" of Europe elections, fresh economic gloom, the ...","Global stocks dive in 'perfect storm' as oil slumps World stock markets and oil prices slumped Thursday in a ""perfect storm"" of Europe elections, fresh economic gloom, the ...",negative,-0.995166779
Women victimised at times of crisis - activists,5/24/2019,Women's Rights,"A collective of women's rights activists said yesterday (23) that women, being a vulnerable part of society, are victimi...","Women victimised at times of crisis - activists A collective of women's rights activists said yesterday (23) that women, being a vulnerable part of society, are victimi...",negative,-0.98955369
MPs want media to cover Easter attack committee proceedings,5/24/2019,Politics,Members of Parliament are asking Speaker Karu Jayasuriya to allow Media to cover the proceedings of the Select Committee...,MPs want media to cover Easter attack committee proceedings Members of Parliament are asking Speaker Karu Jayasuriya to allow Media to cover the proceedings of the Select Committee...,negative,-0.993313253
Gnanasara Thero's mother thanks Sirisena,5/24/2019,Politics,Galagodaththe Gnanasara Thero and his mother met President Maithripala Sirisena yesterday and thanked him for pardoning ...,Gnanasara Thero's mother thanks Sirisena Galagodaththe Gnanasara Thero and his mother met President Maithripala Sirisena yesterday and thanked him for pardoning ...,positive,0.998197854
AG directs acting IGP to take action against three senior DIGs,5/24/2019,Uncategorized,Attorney General (AG) Dappula de Livera has directed acting Inspector General of Police (IGP) Chandana Wickramaratne in ...,AG directs acting IGP to take action against three senior DIGs Attorney General (AG) Dappula de Livera has directed acting Inspector General of Police (IGP) Chandana Wickramaratne in ...,negative,-0.574511111
Myanmar apprehends Sri Lankan with possible links to Easter attacks,5/24/2019,Uncategorized,A 39-year-old Sri Lankan national suspected to be linked to the terror group that carried out the Easter Sunday bombings...,Myanmar apprehends Sri Lankan with possible links to Easter attacks A 39-year-old Sri Lankan national suspected to be linked to the terror group that carried out the Easter Sunday bombings...,negative,-0.908845544
Rains expected across the island today,5/24/2019,Weather and Climate,"Showers or heavy showers are expected in most parts of the island today (24), the Department of Meteorology said.","Rains expected across the island today Showers or heavy showers are expected in most parts of the island today (24), the Department of Meteorology said.",negative,-0.575941622
Sri Lanka's Elephant House net down as interest costs bite,5/23/2019,Markets,"Profits of Sri Lanka's Ceylon Cold Stores, which has interests in retailing and fast moving consumer goods, fell 9 perce...","Sri Lanka's Elephant House net down as interest costs bite Profits of Sri Lanka's Ceylon Cold Stores, which has interests in retailing and fast moving consumer goods, fell 9 perce...",negative,-0.999636531
Sangakkara optimistic Sri Lanka will stage England series despite attacks,5/23/2019,Culture,Kumar Sangakkara believes Sri Lanka will stage England's scheduled tour of the island next year despite safety concerns ...,Sangakkara optimistic Sri Lanka will stage England series despite attacks Kumar Sangakkara believes Sri Lanka will stage England's scheduled tour of the island next year despite safety concerns ...,positive,0.991718173
"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bond yields higher",5/23/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 176.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday and gilt yields moved up,...","Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bond yields higher Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 176.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday and gilt yields moved up,...",positive,0.996738732
Gnanasara Thero's release sends the wrong message - TNA,5/23/2019,Politics,Condemning President Maithripala Sirisena's decision to pardon Ven. Gnanasara Thero of the Bodu Bala Sena (BBS) today (2...,Gnanasara Thero's release sends the wrong message - TNA Condemning President Maithripala Sirisena's decision to pardon Ven. Gnanasara Thero of the Bodu Bala Sena (BBS) today (2...,negative,-0.998475373
"Sri Lanka stocks end 0.19-pct higher, buying in Melstacorp, Asiri Hospitals",5/23/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.19 percent higher on buying interest in Melstacorp, Asiri Hospital and Dialog Axiata, provis...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.19-pct higher, buying in Melstacorp, Asiri Hospitals Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.19 percent higher on buying interest in Melstacorp, Asiri Hospital and Dialog Axiata, provis...",negative,-0.989151835
"Sri Lanka e-commerce use still low, survey finds",5/23/2019,ICT,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan internet users had the highest levels of awareness of e-commerce platforms but actual us...,"Sri Lanka e-commerce use still low, survey finds ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan internet users had the highest levels of awareness of e-commerce platforms but actual us...",negative,-0.967106223
No-confidence motions mere theatrics - Hector & Kavinda,5/23/2019,Politics,Two United National Party (UNP) back-benchers today criticised the no-confidence motions to be presented against both Mi...,No-confidence motions mere theatrics - Hector & Kavinda Two United National Party (UNP) back-benchers today criticised the no-confidence motions to be presented against both Mi...,negative,-0.998218477
CID investigating alleged sterilizing report,5/23/2019,Uncategorized,The Criminal Investigation Department is investigating a news report that a particular doctor had sterilized thousands o...,CID investigating alleged sterilizing report The Criminal Investigation Department is investigating a news report that a particular doctor had sterilized thousands o...,negative,-0.986692131
Sirisena releases Gnanasara Thero from Prison,5/23/2019,Politics,The Bodu Bala Sena General Secretary Galagodaththe Gnanasara Thero is free after being released by President Maithripala...,Sirisena releases Gnanasara Thero from Prison The Bodu Bala Sena General Secretary Galagodaththe Gnanasara Thero is free after being released by President Maithripala...,positive,0.934844971
Indian stocks hit record highs on Modi polls lead,5/23/2019,International news,Indian stocks jumped to record highs Thursday as early results in the world's biggest election showed Prime Minister Nar...,Indian stocks hit record highs on Modi polls lead Indian stocks jumped to record highs Thursday as early results in the world's biggest election showed Prime Minister Nar...,positive,0.898622155
Reforms making Sri Lanka’s SEC enforcement more effective: IMF,5/23/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken measures to improve investigation and enforcement ...,Reforms making Sri Lanka’s SEC enforcement more effective: IMF Sri Lanka’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken measures to improve investigation and enforcement ...,positive,0.799493134
Will be first to move against Bathiudeen if he's found guilty - Navin,5/23/2019,Politics,If investigations revealed that Minister Rishad Bathiudeen had any connection with the suspected terrorists who carried ...,Will be first to move against Bathiudeen if he's found guilty - Navin If investigations revealed that Minister Rishad Bathiudeen had any connection with the suspected terrorists who carried ...,negative,-0.992562473
Sri Lanka to watch revenues in 2Q and adjust budget: Eran,5/23/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will look at revenues in the second half of 2019 and re-prioritize expenditure in the second half of 2019, Sta...","Sri Lanka to watch revenues in 2Q and adjust budget: Eran Sri Lanka will look at revenues in the second half of 2019 and re-prioritize expenditure in the second half of 2019, Sta...",negative,-0.978812277
Sri Lanka SEC lost reputation by failing to probe 2011 scams: IMF,5/23/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission to probe suspicious trading activity in 2010 and 2011 to restore its repu...,Sri Lanka SEC lost reputation by failing to probe 2011 scams: IMF Sri Lanka's Securities and Exchange Commission to probe suspicious trading activity in 2010 and 2011 to restore its repu...,negative,-0.999403954
No-Confidence against Bathiudeen on 18 -19 June,5/23/2019,Politics,"Parliament will debate the No Confidence Motion (NCM) against Minister Rishad Bathiudeen on 18 and 19 June, Leader of th...","No-Confidence against Bathiudeen on 18 -19 June Parliament will debate the No Confidence Motion (NCM) against Minister Rishad Bathiudeen on 18 and 19 June, Leader of th...",positive,0.815571189
‘News story on halting Sri Lanka – Pakistan trade  fake',5/23/2019,Politics,The Sri Lankan High Commission in Pakistan is refuting a  Pakistani newspaper report that said Pakistan’s trade with S...,‘News story on halting Sri Lanka – Pakistan trade  fake' The Sri Lankan High Commission in Pakistan is refuting a  Pakistani newspaper report that said Pakistan’s trade with S...,negative,-0.99647671
Pound tumbles on Brexit agony as trade fight weighs on Wall Street,5/23/2019,International news,The pound hit a four-month low against the dollar Wednesday after Prime Minister Theresa May's latest Brexit  maneuver d...,Pound tumbles on Brexit agony as trade fight weighs on Wall Street The pound hit a four-month low against the dollar Wednesday after Prime Minister Theresa May's latest Brexit  maneuver d...,negative,-0.998036802
"Threat subsides, Sri Lanka Easter bombers home-grown: investigators",5/23/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka’s Easter bombers were from a home grown outfit, but with foreign expertise in the manufacture of â€Å...","Threat subsides, Sri Lanka Easter bombers home-grown: investigators Sri Lanka’s Easter bombers were from a home grown outfit, but with foreign expertise in the manufacture of â€Å...",negative,-0.904474437
Police Constable killed in shootout during a raid in Akuressa,5/23/2019,Uncategorized,A Police Constable attached to the Akuressa police station is dead after he was hit in a shootout with alleged criminals...,Police Constable killed in shootout during a raid in Akuressa A Police Constable attached to the Akuressa police station is dead after he was hit in a shootout with alleged criminals...,negative,-0.998702407
Gnanasara Thero's release may be delayed,5/23/2019,Politics,The Bodu Bala Sena says the release of their General Secretary Galagodaththe Gnanasara Thero from prison may be delayed.,Gnanasara Thero's release may be delayed The Bodu Bala Sena says the release of their General Secretary Galagodaththe Gnanasara Thero from prison may be delayed.,negative,-0.999512434
A ceremony held to commemorate fallen  soldiers,5/23/2019,Politics,A ceremony to remember war veterans was held yesterday (22) in the presence of President Maithripala Sirisena at The Ban...,A ceremony held to commemorate fallen  soldiers A ceremony to remember war veterans was held yesterday (22) in the presence of President Maithripala Sirisena at The Ban...,positive,0.649599612
Global Seafoods to process Wakame seaweed in Sri Lanka,5/22/2019,Agriculture,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan seafood exporter Global Seafoods Pvt Ltd is to process Wakame seaweed, highly valued, fa...","Global Seafoods to process Wakame seaweed in Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan seafood exporter Global Seafoods Pvt Ltd is to process Wakame seaweed, highly valued, fa...",negative,-0.601973593
Sri Lanka extends emergency a month after suicide bombings,5/22/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's president extended on Wednesday by a further month the state of emergency imposed immediately after the East...,Sri Lanka extends emergency a month after suicide bombings Sri Lanka's president extended on Wednesday by a further month the state of emergency imposed immediately after the East...,negative,-0.733832419
Sri Lanka sells US$165mn in SLDB dollar bonds,5/22/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has sold 165 million US dollars of bonds aimed at the domestic market after offering 200 million US dollars at...,Sri Lanka sells US$165mn in SLDB dollar bonds Sri Lanka has sold 165 million US dollars of bonds aimed at the domestic market after offering 200 million US dollars at...,negative,-0.98014462
Sri Lanka 01-yr Treasury Bill yield falls 28bp to 8.90-pct,5/22/2019,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill yields fell for the fourth straight week, with the rate for the 12-month maturity...","Sri Lanka 01-yr Treasury Bill yield falls 28bp to 8.90-pct ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill yields fell for the fourth straight week, with the rate for the 12-month maturity...",negative,-0.999294758
"Sri Lanka mobile money use still low, survey finds",5/22/2019,ICT,"ECONOMYNEXT – Use of mobile phones to do financial transactions is still low in Sri Lanka, with the island among ...","Sri Lanka mobile money use still low, survey finds ECONOMYNEXT – Use of mobile phones to do financial transactions is still low in Sri Lanka, with the island among ...",negative,-0.999193132
"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.08-pct higher, buying in Dialog, JKH",5/22/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.08 percent higher on buying interest in Dialog Axiata, John Keells Holdings and Distilleries...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.08-pct higher, buying in Dialog, JKH Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.08 percent higher on buying interest in Dialog Axiata, John Keells Holdings and Distilleries...",negative,-0.988518417
New public school system that isn't segregated along lines of language or religion - PM,5/22/2019,Education,"Over the next two years, the Government will introduce a new public primary and secondary education system that is not s...","New public school system that isn't segregated along lines of language or religion - PM Over the next two years, the Government will introduce a new public primary and secondary education system that is not s...",positive,0.912349284
Papal envoy visits bombed Kochchikade Shrine,5/22/2019,Uncategorized,"A special envoy of Pope Francis, Fernando Cardinal Filio is in the country and visited the bombed-out St Anthony’s Cat...","Papal envoy visits bombed Kochchikade Shrine A special envoy of Pope Francis, Fernando Cardinal Filio is in the country and visited the bombed-out St Anthony’s Cat...",negative,-0.957449973
State of Emergency extended by one month,5/22/2019,Uncategorized,President Maithripala Sirisena has issued a Gazette Extraordinary extending the State of Emergency in Sri Lanka for one ...,State of Emergency extended by one month President Maithripala Sirisena has issued a Gazette Extraordinary extending the State of Emergency in Sri Lanka for one ...,positive,0.944051325
Washington legalizes human composting to cut carbon emissions,5/22/2019,International news,Washington on Tuesday became the first US stae to legalize human composting after its eco-friendly governor signed a bil...,Washington legalizes human composting to cut carbon emissions Washington on Tuesday became the first US stae to legalize human composting after its eco-friendly governor signed a bil...,positive,0.521837175
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields fall",5/22/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 176.55/65 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields fell an...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields fall Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 176.55/65 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields fell an...",negative,-0.999184668
Pres Polls: Pro-Govt civil society activists to back whoever committed to democratic goals,5/22/2019,Politics,Civil society activists who were instrumental in bringing the Yahapalana Government into power in 2015 told RepublicNext...,Pres Polls: Pro-Govt civil society activists to back whoever committed to democratic goals Civil society activists who were instrumental in bringing the Yahapalana Government into power in 2015 told RepublicNext...,negative,-0.9410972
Sri Lanka buys 400MW of floating emergency power,5/22/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had given approval to buy 400 MegaWatts of emergency power for up to nine months  to so...,Sri Lanka buys 400MW of floating emergency power Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had given approval to buy 400 MegaWatts of emergency power for up to nine months  to so...,negative,-0.979791105
Violence in the name of religion must be opposed – Sri Lankan envoy,5/22/2019,Politics,Sri Lankan Ambassador to the Netherlands A.M.J Sadiq is stressing the importance of collective efforts to oppose the use...,Violence in the name of religion must be opposed – Sri Lankan envoy Sri Lankan Ambassador to the Netherlands A.M.J Sadiq is stressing the importance of collective efforts to oppose the use...,positive,0.966898322
Weligama UC Chairman’s UNP membership suspended,5/22/2019,Politics,"The United National Party (UNP) suspended the membership of Weligama Urban Council Chairman Rehan Jayawickreme, UNP Gene...","Weligama UC Chairman’s UNP membership suspended The United National Party (UNP) suspended the membership of Weligama Urban Council Chairman Rehan Jayawickreme, UNP Gene...",negative,-0.99910742
State workers to receive salary increment of Rs 2500 from 1 June,5/22/2019,Economy,The Government has decided to increase the monthly salary of all government employees by Rs. 2500 effective from 1 June ...,State workers to receive salary increment of Rs 2500 from 1 June The Government has decided to increase the monthly salary of all government employees by Rs. 2500 effective from 1 June ...,negative,-0.740264356
Police charge 22 under ICCPR For Minuwangoda racial riots,5/22/2019,Uncategorized,Police are charging 22 persons under the International Convention on Civil and Political Rights Act for the racial riots...,Police charge 22 under ICCPR For Minuwangoda racial riots Police are charging 22 persons under the International Convention on Civil and Political Rights Act for the racial riots...,negative,-0.984254599
Youth-led candlelight vigil in Kochchikade to mark one month since Easter tragedy,5/22/2019,Politics,A candlelight vigil was held outside the premises of the St. Anthony's Shrine in Kochchikade yesterday (21) to commemora...,Youth-led candlelight vigil in Kochchikade to mark one month since Easter tragedy A candlelight vigil was held outside the premises of the St. Anthony's Shrine in Kochchikade yesterday (21) to commemora...,negative,-0.960066497
Sri Lanka tourism boosted by regional MICE association,5/22/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's tourism industry received support from the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) to recov...,Sri Lanka tourism boosted by regional MICE association Sri Lanka's tourism industry received support from the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) to recov...,positive,0.996743679
US stocks rally on Huawei reprieve as pound gyrates on Brexit news,5/22/2019,International news,Global stocks rallied Tuesday as the United States took a step away from imposing crushing restrictions on Chinese telec...,US stocks rally on Huawei reprieve as pound gyrates on Brexit news Global stocks rallied Tuesday as the United States took a step away from imposing crushing restrictions on Chinese telec...,negative,-0.988275766
Sri Lanka's Hayleys profits down 72-pct in March,5/22/2019,Markets,"Profits at Sri Lanka's Hayleys Plc, which is in glove and activated carbon exports, consumer durables, agriculture and p...","Sri Lanka's Hayleys profits down 72-pct in March Profits at Sri Lanka's Hayleys Plc, which is in glove and activated carbon exports, consumer durables, agriculture and p...",negative,-0.997704208
Sri Lanka CB Governor says strong case to relax monetary policy: report,5/22/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has a 'strong case' to relax monetary policy, Central Bank Governor Indrajit Coomarasmway said as the islands ...","Sri Lanka CB Governor says strong case to relax monetary policy: report Sri Lanka has a 'strong case' to relax monetary policy, Central Bank Governor Indrajit Coomarasmway said as the islands ...",positive,0.99828881
DNA tests confirm identities of all Easter bombers including Zahran's - Police,5/22/2019,Uncategorized,The DNA test report compiled by the Government Analyst’s Department has confirmed the identities of all the suicide bo...,DNA tests confirm identities of all Easter bombers including Zahran's - Police The DNA test report compiled by the Government Analyst’s Department has confirmed the identities of all the suicide bo...,positive,0.61698544
Rains to continue in coming days,5/22/2019,Weather and Climate,"The prevailing showery conditions are expected to increase over the next few days, particularly in the south west of the...","Rains to continue in coming days The prevailing showery conditions are expected to increase over the next few days, particularly in the south west of the...",positive,0.942786217
Sri Lanka security services see rush after bombings,5/21/2019,Slideshows,Many of Sri Lanka's private security firms are seeing a spike in demand which they cannot meet after Easter Sunday bombi...,Sri Lanka security services see rush after bombings Many of Sri Lanka's private security firms are seeing a spike in demand which they cannot meet after Easter Sunday bombi...,negative,-0.989118159
Martyr strategy - Sri Lanka confirms Islamist bomber kingpin Zaharan blew himself up,5/21/2019,Political News,"Mohammed Cassim Mohammed Zaharan, founder of Sri Lanka's extremist group National Thowheed Jama'ath involved in Easter S...","Martyr strategy - Sri Lanka confirms Islamist bomber kingpin Zaharan blew himself up Mohammed Cassim Mohammed Zaharan, founder of Sri Lanka's extremist group National Thowheed Jama'ath involved in Easter S...",negative,-0.992601812
Sri Lanka national inflation hits 3.6-pct in April,5/21/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's nationwide inflation rose to 3.6 percent in the 12-months to April 2019, its highest in over a...","Sri Lanka national inflation hits 3.6-pct in April ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's nationwide inflation rose to 3.6 percent in the 12-months to April 2019, its highest in over a...",negative,-0.911245286
'Mother of Satan' bombs show foreign hand in Sri Lanka bombings: investigators,5/21/2019,Political News,"Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | Tuesday - One month after the Sri Lanka suicide attacks that killed more than 250 people, inv...","'Mother of Satan' bombs show foreign hand in Sri Lanka bombings: investigators Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | Tuesday - One month after the Sri Lanka suicide attacks that killed more than 250 people, inv...",negative,-0.961783886
"Pro-govt civil society criticises govt, accuses opposition of inciting violence",5/21/2019,Politics,A group of civil society activists who were instrumental in bringing the current administration to power yesterday (21) ...,"Pro-govt civil society criticises govt, accuses opposition of inciting violence A group of civil society activists who were instrumental in bringing the current administration to power yesterday (21) ...",negative,-0.987575233
Sri Lanka doubles import tax on onions ahead of harvest,5/21/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's finance ministry has hiked the import tax on large onion to 40 rupees a kilo from 20, with effective from mi...","Sri Lanka doubles import tax on onions ahead of harvest Sri Lanka's finance ministry has hiked the import tax on large onion to 40 rupees a kilo from 20, with effective from mi...",negative,-0.976014316
Growing taste for Sri Lankan tea among Chinese youth triggers export boom,5/21/2019,Slideshows,"ECONOMYNEXT- Chinese youth are acquiring a taste for Sri Lanka’s black tea, with shipments to China, mainly a gre...","Growing taste for Sri Lankan tea among Chinese youth triggers export boom ECONOMYNEXT- Chinese youth are acquiring a taste for Sri Lanka’s black tea, with shipments to China, mainly a gre...",positive,0.908068001
Sri Lanka openers show promise against Scotland ahead of Cricket World Cup,5/21/2019,Culture,Sri Lanka's cricket team made a solid start in the second One Day International (ODI) against Scotland ahead of the Worl...,Sri Lanka openers show promise against Scotland ahead of Cricket World Cup Sri Lanka's cricket team made a solid start in the second One Day International (ODI) against Scotland ahead of the Worl...,positive,0.999599159
"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.60-pct higher, buying in JKH",5/21/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.60 percent higher on Tuesday with buying interest in John Keells Holdings, provisional data ...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.60-pct higher, buying in JKH Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.60 percent higher on Tuesday with buying interest in John Keells Holdings, provisional data ...",negative,-0.990820825
Sri Lanka's Ceylinco March net down 44-pct,5/21/2019,Markets,Profits at Sri Lanka's Ceylinco Insurance fell 44 percent from a year earlier to 2 billion rupees in the March 2019 quar...,Sri Lanka's Ceylinco March net down 44-pct Profits at Sri Lanka's Ceylinco Insurance fell 44 percent from a year earlier to 2 billion rupees in the March 2019 quar...,negative,-0.998810172
Sri Lanka's Richard Pieris affirmed A(lka) by Fitch,5/21/2019,Markets,Ratings agency Fitch has affirmed Richard Pieris & Company (RICH) at A(lka) with a stable outlook over the firm's superm...,Sri Lanka's Richard Pieris affirmed A(lka) by Fitch Ratings agency Fitch has affirmed Richard Pieris & Company (RICH) at A(lka) with a stable outlook over the firm's superm...,positive,0.999158978
Sri Lanka’s business community pledges to build unity after suicide bombings,5/21/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s main business lobbies Tuesday came together to work to build unity among the isl...,Sri Lanka’s business community pledges to build unity after suicide bombings ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s main business lobbies Tuesday came together to work to build unity among the isl...,positive,0.606918454
Sri Lanka's struggling hotels get fillip from local demand,5/21/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka’s hotel demand surged during the Vesak holiday weekend with local bookings, after the industry took a h...","Sri Lanka's struggling hotels get fillip from local demand Sri Lanka’s hotel demand surged during the Vesak holiday weekend with local bookings, after the industry took a h...",negative,-0.593834102
Sri Lanka and London Stock Exchange in MOU to promote bond trading,5/21/2019,Markets,London Stock Exchange Group and Colombo Stock Exchange has signed a memorandum of understanding to help develop an offsh...,Sri Lanka and London Stock Exchange in MOU to promote bond trading London Stock Exchange Group and Colombo Stock Exchange has signed a memorandum of understanding to help develop an offsh...,positive,0.986028194
Forty billion rupees to create new ID regime,5/21/2019,Uncategorized,The country will invest Rs 40 billion to bring in an integrated system to ensure Sri Lankan will not have ways to obtain...,Forty billion rupees to create new ID regime The country will invest Rs 40 billion to bring in an integrated system to ensure Sri Lankan will not have ways to obtain...,negative,-0.844377995
Imported onions to cost more,5/21/2019,Uncategorized,Imported big onions will cost more from tomorrow as the Government is set to impose increased taxes.,Imported onions to cost more Imported big onions will cost more from tomorrow as the Government is set to impose increased taxes.,negative,-0.997855365
Sri Lanka still has access to international bond market despite attacks: CB Governor,5/21/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka still has access to international capital markets despite the uncertainty created by last month’s suici...,Sri Lanka still has access to international bond market despite attacks: CB Governor Sri Lanka still has access to international capital markets despite the uncertainty created by last month’s suici...,positive,0.956331074
India shares hit record high over Modi election victory forecasts,5/21/2019,International news,Indian shares hit a record high Monday after exit polls from the country's marathon election indicated a new term for Hi...,India shares hit record high over Modi election victory forecasts Indian shares hit a record high Monday after exit polls from the country's marathon election indicated a new term for Hi...,negative,-0.967751443
US delays Huawei ban for 90 days,5/21/2019,International news,"US officials have issued a 90-day reprieve on their ban on dealing with Chinese tech giant Huawei, saying breathing spac...","US delays Huawei ban for 90 days US officials have issued a 90-day reprieve on their ban on dealing with Chinese tech giant Huawei, saying breathing spac...",negative,-0.998098791
"IMF urges Sri Lanka to lift cap on foreign bond investors, ease exporter controls",5/21/2019,Economy,"The International Monetary Fund has urged Sri Lanka to lift a cap on foreign investment in rupee bonds, and remove excha...","IMF urges Sri Lanka to lift cap on foreign bond investors, ease exporter controls The International Monetary Fund has urged Sri Lanka to lift a cap on foreign investment in rupee bonds, and remove excha...",negative,-0.922916412
"Over 1,400 disposed SIM cards discovered in Kochchikade",5/21/2019,Uncategorized,"Kochchikade police yesterday (20) discovered 1,475 SIM cards hidden in a sack and kept near a wooded area in Ma Oya in N...","Over 1,400 disposed SIM cards discovered in Kochchikade Kochchikade police yesterday (20) discovered 1,475 SIM cards hidden in a sack and kept near a wooded area in Ma Oya in N...",negative,-0.990341425
Six arrested in Kurunegala over Easter attacks,5/21/2019,Uncategorized,Six persons allegedly connected to the Easter Sunday attacks were arrested by the police over the past two weeks from th...,Six arrested in Kurunegala over Easter attacks Six persons allegedly connected to the Easter Sunday attacks were arrested by the police over the past two weeks from th...,negative,-0.98031795
Writ against Ranil dismissed,5/21/2019,Politics,The Court of Appeal has dismissed the writ application filed by Sharmila Gonawela seeking a writ of quo warranto against...,Writ against Ranil dismissed The Court of Appeal has dismissed the writ application filed by Sharmila Gonawela seeking a writ of quo warranto against...,negative,-0.975208282
JVP hands over no-confidence motion against Govt over Easter attacks,5/21/2019,Politics,The Janatha Wimukthi Peremuna (JVP) presented a motion of no confidence against the Government to Speaker Karu Jayasuriy...,JVP hands over no-confidence motion against Govt over Easter attacks The Janatha Wimukthi Peremuna (JVP) presented a motion of no confidence against the Government to Speaker Karu Jayasuriy...,negative,-0.954957783
No Govt permission for Sharia universities - PM,5/21/2019,Education,"The Government will not grant permission to operate Sharia universities in Sri Lanka, Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesingh...","No Govt permission for Sharia universities - PM The Government will not grant permission to operate Sharia universities in Sri Lanka, Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesingh...",negative,-0.999384642
Army commander requests parents to send children to school,5/21/2019,Uncategorized,Army Commander Lt. Gen. Mahesh Senanayake yesterday (20) requested all parents to send their children to school starting...,Army commander requests parents to send children to school Army Commander Lt. Gen. Mahesh Senanayake yesterday (20) requested all parents to send their children to school starting...,negative,-0.842107713
"Huawei says existing Sri Lanka users could use Google apps, get updates",5/20/2019,ICT,China's Huawei said existing smartphone users in Sri Lanka will continue to get support and would be able to download up...,"Huawei says existing Sri Lanka users could use Google apps, get updates China's Huawei said existing smartphone users in Sri Lanka will continue to get support and would be able to download up...",negative,-0.776156962
Google and Android system start to cut ties with Huawei,5/20/2019,International news,"US internet giant Google, whose Android mobile operating system powers most of the world's smartphones, said it was begi...","Google and Android system start to cut ties with Huawei US internet giant Google, whose Android mobile operating system powers most of the world's smartphones, said it was begi...",negative,-0.996213198
"Indian stocks, rupee rally as Modi vote win predicted",5/20/2019,International news,Indian stocks and the rupee soared on Monday as exit polls predicted a second term for business-friendly Hindu nationali...,"Indian stocks, rupee rally as Modi vote win predicted Indian stocks and the rupee soared on Monday as exit polls predicted a second term for business-friendly Hindu nationali...",negative,-0.972618043
Sri Lanka PABC net down 13-pct in March; loans contract,5/20/2019,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank fell 13 percent from a year earlier to 272 million rupees in the March 2019 quarter...,Sri Lanka PABC net down 13-pct in March; loans contract Profits at Sri Lanka's Pan Asia Bank fell 13 percent from a year earlier to 272 million rupees in the March 2019 quarter...,negative,-0.998042583
Sri Lanka president vows to eliminate jihadist threat,5/20/2019,International news,Sri Lanka's president marked the 10th anniversary of the end of a protracted war with Tamil rebels Sunday by vowing to c...,Sri Lanka president vows to eliminate jihadist threat Sri Lanka's president marked the 10th anniversary of the end of a protracted war with Tamil rebels Sunday by vowing to c...,positive,0.961291015
Showers to increase in coming days - Met Dept,5/20/2019,Weather and Climate,"The prevailing showery conditions are expected to increase to an extent in parts of the country over the next few days, ...","Showers to increase in coming days - Met Dept The prevailing showery conditions are expected to increase to an extent in parts of the country over the next few days, ...",positive,0.987221181
JVP to bring no-confidence motion against govt tomorrow,5/20/2019,Politics,The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna will hand over a No-Confidence Motion against the Government to the Speaker tomorrow (21).,JVP to bring no-confidence motion against govt tomorrow The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna will hand over a No-Confidence Motion against the Government to the Speaker tomorrow (21).,negative,-0.90744406
P'ment to receive report on Batticaloa campus early June,5/20/2019,Politics,"Prof. Ashu Marasinghe, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Education, an extension of the Parliamentary oversight committee ...","P'ment to receive report on Batticaloa campus early June Prof. Ashu Marasinghe, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Education, an extension of the Parliamentary oversight committee ...",positive,0.957165182
Sri Lanka has the capability to deal with global terror - Sirisena,5/20/2019,Uncategorized,President Maithripala Sirisena is saying that Sri Lanka’s Security Forces are capable of dealing with the new threat o...,Sri Lanka has the capability to deal with global terror - Sirisena President Maithripala Sirisena is saying that Sri Lanka’s Security Forces are capable of dealing with the new threat o...,positive,0.99017626
Sri Lanka to outlaw some reckless central bank policy,5/19/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's planned new monetary law will outlaw two central bank practices that had led balance of payments deficits an...,Sri Lanka to outlaw some reckless central bank policy Sri Lanka's planned new monetary law will outlaw two central bank practices that had led balance of payments deficits an...,negative,-0.98693037
Patriotic paranoia: legacy of a carnage,5/19/2019,Politics,"In the stupor of grief following Easter Sunday, it now seems that we have not ceased to finger our foulest wounds","Patriotic paranoia: legacy of a carnage In the stupor of grief following Easter Sunday, it now seems that we have not ceased to finger our foulest wounds",positive,0.632628381
Sri Lanka can recover from attacks if normality restored quickly: CB Governor,5/19/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka can contain damage from last month’s suicide bombings and ensure a quicker economic recov...,Sri Lanka can recover from attacks if normality restored quickly: CB Governor ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka can contain damage from last month’s suicide bombings and ensure a quicker economic recov...,negative,-0.992201328
Kabir requests beefed up security in Mawanella today,5/19/2019,Uncategorized,"Minister of Highways & Road Development Kabirh Hashim has made a formal request for increased security in Mawanaella, hi...","Kabir requests beefed up security in Mawanella today Minister of Highways & Road Development Kabirh Hashim has made a formal request for increased security in Mawanaella, hi...",negative,-0.953037143
Arm-Twisting the Black Media,5/19/2019,Opinion,Is Arm-twisting the media with advertising bans the way to control abuse? ,Arm-Twisting the Black Media Is Arm-twisting the media with advertising bans the way to control abuse? ,negative,-0.996829808
Sri Lanka's price controlled drugs raised 14.4-pct as central bank busts rupee,5/18/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's controlled drug prices were have been raised 14.4 percent as the central bank busted the currency from 153 t...,Sri Lanka's price controlled drugs raised 14.4-pct as central bank busts rupee Sri Lanka's controlled drug prices were have been raised 14.4 percent as the central bank busted the currency from 153 t...,negative,-0.996412218
"Sri Lanka's Lion Beer gives profit warning on blasts, taxes",5/18/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's Lion Beer Plc said it expected a downturn in tourism after Easter Sunday blasts to hit revenues and also war...,"Sri Lanka's Lion Beer gives profit warning on blasts, taxes Sri Lanka's Lion Beer Plc said it expected a downturn in tourism after Easter Sunday blasts to hit revenues and also war...",negative,-0.997624934
Sirisena met Gnanasara Thero in prison today,5/18/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena met the jailed General Secretary of the Bodu Bala Sena Galagodaththe Gnanasara Thero at t...,Sirisena met Gnanasara Thero in prison today President Maithripala Sirisena met the jailed General Secretary of the Bodu Bala Sena Galagodaththe Gnanasara Thero at t...,positive,0.948382378
Security ensured for Vesak - PM,5/18/2019,Politics,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is saying that the Security Forces are ensuring that the public can celebrate the Ve...,Security ensured for Vesak - PM Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is saying that the Security Forces are ensuring that the public can celebrate the Ve...,positive,0.995201826
Terrorists aim to divide nation - President,5/18/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena is saying that the aim of the terrorists is to divide this nation along ethnic and commun...,Terrorists aim to divide nation - President President Maithripala Sirisena is saying that the aim of the terrorists is to divide this nation along ethnic and commun...,negative,-0.98996675
"As bitcoin gyrates, less euphoria in evidence at blockchain gathering",5/18/2019,International news,The vibe at a gathering this week for blockchain enthusiasts felt decidedly less exuberant than its predecessor a year a...,"As bitcoin gyrates, less euphoria in evidence at blockchain gathering The vibe at a gathering this week for blockchain enthusiasts felt decidedly less exuberant than its predecessor a year a...",negative,-0.99956876
Sri Lanka forex reserves drop in April after bond repayment,5/18/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's forex reserves had dropped 416 million US dollars to 7,212.7 billion US dollars in April 2019 from 7,629.2 b...","Sri Lanka forex reserves drop in April after bond repayment Sri Lanka's forex reserves had dropped 416 million US dollars to 7,212.7 billion US dollars in April 2019 from 7,629.2 b...",negative,-0.987941444
Sri Lanka social media ban lifted,5/17/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's Telecommunications Regulatory Commission lifted a temporary social media ban Friday evening.,Sri Lanka social media ban lifted Sri Lanka's Telecommunications Regulatory Commission lifted a temporary social media ban Friday evening.,negative,-0.975710094
Sri Lanka PE investor marks up Findmyfare’s valuation after funding round,5/17/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT – Guardian Capital Partners, part of Sri Lanka’s Carson Cumberbatch group, has marked up the v...","Sri Lanka PE investor marks up Findmyfare’s valuation after funding round ECONOMYNEXT – Guardian Capital Partners, part of Sri Lanka’s Carson Cumberbatch group, has marked up the v...",negative,-0.893657148
"Sri Lanka rupee closes firmer, bond yields fall",5/17/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed firmer at 175.90/00  to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields fell, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes firmer, bond yields fall Sri Lanka's rupee closed firmer at 175.90/00  to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields fell, dealers said.",negative,-0.9957425
Sri Lanka stocks continue rally for second day,5/17/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks rallied for the second consecutive day, gaining 0.15 percent on Friday with buying interest in LOLC F...","Sri Lanka stocks continue rally for second day Sri Lanka's stocks rallied for the second consecutive day, gaining 0.15 percent on Friday with buying interest in LOLC F...",negative,-0.643247664
Sri Lanka army denies colluding with anti-Muslim rioters,5/17/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's army Thursday denied allegations that its troops colluded with anti-Muslim mobs and failed to contain widesp...,Sri Lanka army denies colluding with anti-Muslim rioters Sri Lanka's army Thursday denied allegations that its troops colluded with anti-Muslim mobs and failed to contain widesp...,negative,-0.996894002
Sri Lanka mulls 25-pct ownership limit in finance companies,5/17/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank will be introducing a 25 percent ownership limit in licensed finance companies (LFCs) following...,Sri Lanka mulls 25-pct ownership limit in finance companies Sri Lanka's central bank will be introducing a 25 percent ownership limit in licensed finance companies (LFCs) following...,negative,-0.95448786
Sri Lanka Singer group in the red in March quarter,5/17/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Electronics and home appliances retailer Singer (Sri Lanka) group made an eight million rupee loss in the ...,Sri Lanka Singer group in the red in March quarter ECONOMYNEXT - Electronics and home appliances retailer Singer (Sri Lanka) group made an eight million rupee loss in the ...,negative,-0.999699712
"Sri Lanka bombings to slow economic growth, raise credit risks: Fitch Ratings",5/17/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT – Suicide bombings that killed over 250 people in Sri Lanka will slow economic growth, widen the curr...","Sri Lanka bombings to slow economic growth, raise credit risks: Fitch Ratings ECONOMYNEXT – Suicide bombings that killed over 250 people in Sri Lanka will slow economic growth, widen the curr...",negative,-0.996352553
"Sri Lanka govt pulls advertising from Hiru, Derana",5/17/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's state institutions are halting advertisements to two private media institutions carrying out racist propagan...,"Sri Lanka govt pulls advertising from Hiru, Derana Sri Lanka's state institutions are halting advertisements to two private media institutions carrying out racist propagan...",negative,-0.997914612
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks down 0.07-pct",5/17/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened firmer at 175.90/176.05 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields eased ...","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks down 0.07-pct Sri Lanka's rupee opened firmer at 175.90/176.05 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields eased ...",negative,-0.968559563
Soldier in video not at fault - Army Commander,5/17/2019,Uncategorized,Army Commander Lt. Gen. Mahesh Senanayake said yesterday (16) that the soldier who was seen in CCTV footage seemingly as...,Soldier in video not at fault - Army Commander Army Commander Lt. Gen. Mahesh Senanayake said yesterday (16) that the soldier who was seen in CCTV footage seemingly as...,negative,-0.985134006
U.S. pledges support to Sri Lanka to fight terrorism,5/17/2019,Defence,ECONOMYNEXT – United States Secretary of State Mike Pompeo pledged “strong support” to Sri Lanka to f...,U.S. pledges support to Sri Lanka to fight terrorism ECONOMYNEXT – United States Secretary of State Mike Pompeo pledged “strong support” to Sri Lanka to f...,negative,-0.963595629
Sri Lanka's EPF enters stock market with blood in the streets,5/17/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's 2.3 trillion rupee state-managed Employees' Provident Fund, has returned to the Colombo Stock Exchange, Cent...","Sri Lanka's EPF enters stock market with blood in the streets Sri Lanka's 2.3 trillion rupee state-managed Employees' Provident Fund, has returned to the Colombo Stock Exchange, Cent...",negative,-0.988809049
A word to the majority: recognise your privilege,5/17/2019,Opinion,On the importance of introspection and recognising privilege,A word to the majority: recognise your privilege On the importance of introspection and recognising privilege,positive,0.998880446
Prices of sixty pharmaceutical drugs increased,5/17/2019,Health,The Ministry of Health has increased the prices of 60 pharmaceutical drugs which were decreased previously under a price...,Prices of sixty pharmaceutical drugs increased The Ministry of Health has increased the prices of 60 pharmaceutical drugs which were decreased previously under a price...,negative,-0.966055632
Sri Lanka could be taken off money laundering watch list this year: IMF,5/17/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka could be taken off a ‘Grey List’ of countries deemed not compliant enough wi...,Sri Lanka could be taken off money laundering watch list this year: IMF ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka could be taken off a ‘Grey List’ of countries deemed not compliant enough wi...,negative,-0.999240637
"Global stocks mostly rise after solid US data, earnings",5/17/2019,International news,Global stocks mostly rose on Thursday on more benign statements from the United States about trade and a batch of solid ...,"Global stocks mostly rise after solid US data, earnings Global stocks mostly rose on Thursday on more benign statements from the United States about trade and a batch of solid ...",negative,-0.727285743
Communal violence has brought disgrace to country - Air Force Commander,5/17/2019,Politics,"The recent communal violence has brought disgrace to the country, Air Force Commander Air Marshall Kapila Jayampathy sai...","Communal violence has brought disgrace to country - Air Force Commander The recent communal violence has brought disgrace to the country, Air Force Commander Air Marshall Kapila Jayampathy sai...",negative,-0.999138713
EU fines five major banks 1 bn euros for currency collusion,5/17/2019,International news,"Brussels, Belgium | AFP | The EU's powerful anti-trust authority on Thursday fined five major banks -- including Barclay...","EU fines five major banks 1 bn euros for currency collusion Brussels, Belgium | AFP | The EU's powerful anti-trust authority on Thursday fined five major banks -- including Barclay...",negative,-0.995312929
Global $100 mln cybercrime gang busted,5/17/2019,International news,"The Hague, Netherlands | AFP | US and European police said Thursday they have smashed a huge international cybercrime ne...","Global $100 mln cybercrime gang busted The Hague, Netherlands | AFP | US and European police said Thursday they have smashed a huge international cybercrime ne...",negative,-0.998623252
"Sri Lanka’s Teejay Lanka March quarter profit up, cotton yarn prices stabilise",5/17/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Teejay Lanka’s net profit rose three percent to 3.4 million US dollars in the March 2019 qua...,"Sri Lanka’s Teejay Lanka March quarter profit up, cotton yarn prices stabilise ECONOMYNEXT – Teejay Lanka’s net profit rose three percent to 3.4 million US dollars in the March 2019 qua...",negative,-0.986137152
Security tightened for Vesak – Ruwan Gunesekara,5/17/2019,Uncategorized,The Police Spokesman Ruwan Gunesekara says that the police are ensuring the maximum security of the public during the Ve...,Security tightened for Vesak – Ruwan Gunesekara The Police Spokesman Ruwan Gunesekara says that the police are ensuring the maximum security of the public during the Ve...,positive,0.877488434
EPF begins buying stocks to bolster sagging economy,5/17/2019,Economy,Employees' Provident Fund has started buying shares in companies again after a long layoff as the Colombo Stock Market h...,EPF begins buying stocks to bolster sagging economy Employees' Provident Fund has started buying shares in companies again after a long layoff as the Colombo Stock Market h...,negative,-0.990538478
'Decade of Peace' to be commemorated from 19 to 22 May,5/17/2019,Politics,"A four-day ceremony will be held next week to mark the 10-year anniversary of the end of the separatist war, Army Comman...","'Decade of Peace' to be commemorated from 19 to 22 May A four-day ceremony will be held next week to mark the 10-year anniversary of the end of the separatist war, Army Comman...",positive,0.997685432
All you need to know this Vesak,5/17/2019,Uncategorized,RepublicNext has got a list of must-know info about holidays and closures in this Vesak Season for your convenience.,All you need to know this Vesak RepublicNext has got a list of must-know info about holidays and closures in this Vesak Season for your convenience.,negative,-0.989346981
"""I stand by Mangala""",5/17/2019,Opinion,The script of ‘Mangala’s Mistake “is simple and straightforward. It begins with a pervasive silence of our collect...,"""I stand by Mangala"" The script of ‘Mangala’s Mistake “is simple and straightforward. It begins with a pervasive silence of our collect...",positive,0.859120905
"IMF keeps Sri Lanka forecasts amid growth risk, import collapse",5/17/2019,Economy,"The International Monetary Fund will maintain its projections on economic growth, state revenues and deficits until more...","IMF keeps Sri Lanka forecasts amid growth risk, import collapse The International Monetary Fund will maintain its projections on economic growth, state revenues and deficits until more...",negative,-0.539540291
"Sri Lanka Railways gets container, oil wagons",5/16/2019,Ground,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka Railways has taken delivery of the first batches of new container carrier wagons and oil wagons ...,"Sri Lanka Railways gets container, oil wagons ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka Railways has taken delivery of the first batches of new container carrier wagons and oil wagons ...",negative,-0.775143921
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields fall",5/16/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 176.00/10 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields contin...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields fall Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 176.00/10 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields contin...",negative,-0.975473642
"Sri Lanka stocks rebound, ends two week fall",5/16/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks rebounded 1 percent Thursday, reversing a two week fall on the back of buying interest on Ceylon Toba...","Sri Lanka stocks rebound, ends two week fall Sri Lanka's stocks rebounded 1 percent Thursday, reversing a two week fall on the back of buying interest on Ceylon Toba...",negative,-0.985464871
Sri Lanka Bank of Ceylon net down 12-pct in March; balance sheet shrinks,5/16/2019,Banking,"Profits at Sri Lanka's state-run Bank of Ceylon, the country's largest commercial bank fell 12 percent in the March 2019...","Sri Lanka Bank of Ceylon net down 12-pct in March; balance sheet shrinks Profits at Sri Lanka's state-run Bank of Ceylon, the country's largest commercial bank fell 12 percent in the March 2019...",negative,-0.999600232
Sri Lanka lifts travel ban on grieving British groom,5/16/2019,Legal,A Briton whose bride died on their honeymoon two days after arriving in Sri Lanka was allowed to return home after a cou...,Sri Lanka lifts travel ban on grieving British groom A Briton whose bride died on their honeymoon two days after arriving in Sri Lanka was allowed to return home after a cou...,negative,-0.933883011
Alarm over Sri Lanka reinstating major accused of journalist murder,5/16/2019,Political News,An international rights group Thursday expressed alarm over the Sri Lanka army's decision to reinstate an intelligence o...,Alarm over Sri Lanka reinstating major accused of journalist murder An international rights group Thursday expressed alarm over the Sri Lanka army's decision to reinstate an intelligence o...,negative,-0.977743924
Sri Lanka’s Bogala Graphite March quarter net profit down 51-pct,5/16/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan graphite miner Bogala Graphite said net profits slumped 51 percent to 21.9 million rupee...,Sri Lanka’s Bogala Graphite March quarter net profit down 51-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan graphite miner Bogala Graphite said net profits slumped 51 percent to 21.9 million rupee...,negative,-0.99923408
No state bank ads for  Derana and Hiru,5/16/2019,Politics,Minister of Finance and Mass media Mangala Samaraweera is asking state banks under the purview of his ministry to stop a...,No state bank ads for  Derana and Hiru Minister of Finance and Mass media Mangala Samaraweera is asking state banks under the purview of his ministry to stop a...,negative,-0.964183629
"Muslim leaders appeal for unity, caution against extremism on both sides",5/16/2019,Uncategorized,A collective of Muslim political and civil society representatives today called for introspection and self-evaluation wi...,"Muslim leaders appeal for unity, caution against extremism on both sides A collective of Muslim political and civil society representatives today called for introspection and self-evaluation wi...",positive,0.813100219
EU concerned over Sri Lanka anti-Muslim attacks,5/16/2019,Political News,The European Union has expressed concern over anti-Muslim attacks in Sri Lanka following Easter Sunday bombings and call...,EU concerned over Sri Lanka anti-Muslim attacks The European Union has expressed concern over anti-Muslim attacks in Sri Lanka following Easter Sunday bombings and call...,negative,-0.922109485
"Sri Lanka's DFCC March net falls 45-pct on higher taxes, trading losses",5/16/2019,Markets,Net profits at DFCC Bank fell 45 percent to 590.5 million rupees in the March quarter from a year earlier with higher ta...,"Sri Lanka's DFCC March net falls 45-pct on higher taxes, trading losses Net profits at DFCC Bank fell 45 percent to 590.5 million rupees in the March quarter from a year earlier with higher ta...",negative,-0.998233557
Sri Lanka Telecom March quarter net profit up 87-pct,5/16/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - State-owned Sri Lanka Telecom Plc (SLT) said group net profit shot up almost 87 percent to 2.2 billion rup...,Sri Lanka Telecom March quarter net profit up 87-pct ECONOMYNEXT - State-owned Sri Lanka Telecom Plc (SLT) said group net profit shot up almost 87 percent to 2.2 billion rup...,negative,-0.987539411
Sri Lanka must ensure  safety of refugees and asylum seekers – Amnesty,5/16/2019,Uncategorized,Amnesty International is urging Sri Lanka to provide adequate security to the refugees and asylum seekers who became hom...,Sri Lanka must ensure  safety of refugees and asylum seekers – Amnesty Amnesty International is urging Sri Lanka to provide adequate security to the refugees and asylum seekers who became hom...,positive,0.946128726
Dan Priyasad released,5/16/2019,Politics,Two out of three leaders of informal organizations arrested for their alleged roles in the racial riots that broke out i...,Dan Priyasad released Two out of three leaders of informal organizations arrested for their alleged roles in the racial riots that broke out i...,negative,-0.879666626
Anti-Muslim violence: Govt won't interfere in investigations - Kabir,5/16/2019,Politics,Despite both government and opposition parliamentarians claiming knowledge of an elusive “invisible hand” said to be...,Anti-Muslim violence: Govt won't interfere in investigations - Kabir Despite both government and opposition parliamentarians claiming knowledge of an elusive “invisible hand” said to be...,positive,0.952514887
Ten-year Commemoration of Civil war victory on 19,5/16/2019,Uncategorized,"The 10th anniversary of the official end to the 30- year separatist war will be commemorated on Sunday (19), the governm...","Ten-year Commemoration of Civil war victory on 19 The 10th anniversary of the official end to the 30- year separatist war will be commemorated on Sunday (19), the governm...",positive,0.978844583
Asian markets sink as Trump further stokes trade war fears,5/16/2019,International news,Asian markets mostly fell Thursday as Donald Trump's ban preventing US companies from using foreign telecoms equipment j...,Asian markets sink as Trump further stokes trade war fears Asian markets mostly fell Thursday as Donald Trump's ban preventing US companies from using foreign telecoms equipment j...,negative,-0.999227643
Sri Lanka steadily shuts down Islamist terror net while Sinhalese nationalists unleash violence,5/16/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka is making steady progress shutting down an Islamist terror network, police said as organized Sinhalese nationa...","Sri Lanka steadily shuts down Islamist terror net while Sinhalese nationalists unleash violence Sri Lanka is making steady progress shutting down an Islamist terror network, police said as organized Sinhalese nationa...",negative,-0.96735239
Sri Lanka’s Colombo Dockyard loss hits Rs187mn in March quarter,5/16/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan ship yard Colombo Dockyard’s losses widened to 187 million rupees in the March 2019 quar...,Sri Lanka’s Colombo Dockyard loss hits Rs187mn in March quarter ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan ship yard Colombo Dockyard’s losses widened to 187 million rupees in the March 2019 quar...,negative,-0.997856915
Wanted suspect in Easter attacks arrested in Kathankudy.,5/16/2019,Uncategorized,A man wanted in connection with the Easter Sunday is in police custody after he was located in  New Kaththankudy yesterd...,Wanted suspect in Easter attacks arrested in Kathankudy. A man wanted in connection with the Easter Sunday is in police custody after he was located in  New Kaththankudy yesterd...,negative,-0.971428335
Almost all terror suspects arrested - Acting Defence Minister,5/16/2019,Uncategorized,Up to 97 per cent of the suspects linked to the terror group that carried out the Easter Sunday bombings have been taken...,Almost all terror suspects arrested - Acting Defence Minister Up to 97 per cent of the suspects linked to the terror group that carried out the Easter Sunday bombings have been taken...,negative,-0.827316999
Impartial investigations into anti-Muslim attacks a must - ICJ,5/16/2019,Uncategorized,The International Commission of Jurists urges Sri Lanka to conduct independent and impartial investigations to bring all...,Impartial investigations into anti-Muslim attacks a must - ICJ The International Commission of Jurists urges Sri Lanka to conduct independent and impartial investigations to bring all...,positive,0.985615849
Mob violence hindering attack probe - Minister,5/16/2019,Uncategorized,The anti-Muslim mob attacks are hindering the investigations and the prosecution of the extremists responsible for the E...,Mob violence hindering attack probe - Minister The anti-Muslim mob attacks are hindering the investigations and the prosecution of the extremists responsible for the E...,negative,-0.999411821
"Arrests, new curfews in Sri Lanka after anti-Muslim riots",5/15/2019,Political News,"Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | Wednesday - Sri Lanka's police arrested over 100 suspects and reimposed night curfews in viol...","Arrests, new curfews in Sri Lanka after anti-Muslim riots Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | Wednesday - Sri Lanka's police arrested over 100 suspects and reimposed night curfews in viol...",negative,-0.973353744
Sri Lanka Browns to buys into African sugar cane bio-energy firm,5/15/2019,Energy,Sri Lank's Browns Investment said it has reached a deal to buy control of a bio-fuel producing sugar farm in the African...,Sri Lanka Browns to buys into African sugar cane bio-energy firm Sri Lank's Browns Investment said it has reached a deal to buy control of a bio-fuel producing sugar farm in the African...,negative,-0.825535834
"Sri Lanka's rupee closes firmer, bond yields fall",5/15/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 176.20/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields were ...","Sri Lanka's rupee closes firmer, bond yields fall Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 176.20/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields were ...",negative,-0.988198876
Sri Lanka 01-yr Treasury Bill yield falls 26bp to 9.18-pct,5/15/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill yields fell for the third consecutive week, with the rate for the 12-month maturity falling 26...","Sri Lanka 01-yr Treasury Bill yield falls 26bp to 9.18-pct Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill yields fell for the third consecutive week, with the rate for the 12-month maturity falling 26...",negative,-0.999474943
Sri Lanka’s Haycarb March quarter net profit up 61-pct,5/15/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan coconut shell-based activated carbon manufacturer Haycarb said net profit shot up 61 per...,Sri Lanka’s Haycarb March quarter net profit up 61-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan coconut shell-based activated carbon manufacturer Haycarb said net profit shot up 61 per...,negative,-0.9878878
Saumya Amarasekera appointed Deputy Chair of Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank,5/15/2019,Culture,"Saumya Amarasekera has been appointed Deputy Chairperson of Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank, an official statement said.","Saumya Amarasekera appointed Deputy Chair of Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Saumya Amarasekera has been appointed Deputy Chairperson of Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank, an official statement said.",positive,0.994099617
"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.45-pct lower, selling on HNB",5/15/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.45 percent lower on Wednesday with selling interest on Hatton National Bank and Ceylon Cold ...,"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.45-pct lower, selling on HNB Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.45 percent lower on Wednesday with selling interest on Hatton National Bank and Ceylon Cold ...",negative,-0.999365032
Sri Lanka situation 'under control' after anti-Muslim riots,5/15/2019,Political News,"Sri Lankan authorities said Wednesday they had the situation ""under control"" after mosques and Muslim-owned shops and bu...","Sri Lanka situation 'under control' after anti-Muslim riots Sri Lankan authorities said Wednesday they had the situation ""under control"" after mosques and Muslim-owned shops and bu...",negative,-0.993733227
Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank profits down 24-pct; balance sheet contracts,5/15/2019,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank fell 24.6 percent to 2.11 billion rupees in the March 2019 quarter from a year earli...,Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank profits down 24-pct; balance sheet contracts Profits at Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank fell 24.6 percent to 2.11 billion rupees in the March 2019 quarter from a year earli...,negative,-0.999176919
Sri Lanka’s eChannelling March net profit down 15-pct,5/15/2019,ICT,"ECONOMYNEXT – eChannelling, an online medical appointment business that was Sri Lanka's first listed dotcom, said...","Sri Lanka’s eChannelling March net profit down 15-pct ECONOMYNEXT – eChannelling, an online medical appointment business that was Sri Lanka's first listed dotcom, said...",negative,-0.999284804
Stopping Islamophobia: Reassure the public and restore law and order.,5/15/2019,Uncategorized,The senseless attacks on Easter Sunday shook the nation and sparked a wave of anti-Muslim hysteria that is in danger of ...,Stopping Islamophobia: Reassure the public and restore law and order. The senseless attacks on Easter Sunday shook the nation and sparked a wave of anti-Muslim hysteria that is in danger of ...,negative,-0.883981526
Sri Lanka's NDB March quarter net profit down 13-pct,5/15/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka’s National Development Bank (NDB) fell 13 percent to just over a billion rupee...,Sri Lanka's NDB March quarter net profit down 13-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka’s National Development Bank (NDB) fell 13 percent to just over a billion rupee...,negative,-0.999534726
Navy nabs 24 illegal fishermen,5/15/2019,Uncategorized,"The Navy yesterday apprehended 24 persons who had allegedly been engaged in illegal fishing in Kadakarechchenai, Trincom...","Navy nabs 24 illegal fishermen The Navy yesterday apprehended 24 persons who had allegedly been engaged in illegal fishing in Kadakarechchenai, Trincom...",negative,-0.962695956
Curfew to be re-imposed in Wayamba and Gampaha,5/15/2019,Uncategorized,Police curfew will be re-imposed in the Gampaha Police Division and Northwestern Police divisions from 7 pm tonight to 4...,Curfew to be re-imposed in Wayamba and Gampaha Police curfew will be re-imposed in the Gampaha Police Division and Northwestern Police divisions from 7 pm tonight to 4...,negative,-0.976673543
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks fall 0.11-pct",5/15/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The rupee opened at 176.80/177.00 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Wednesday morning, while gilt yields were f...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks fall 0.11-pct The rupee opened at 176.80/177.00 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Wednesday morning, while gilt yields were f...",negative,-0.998506725
"Sri Lanka's HNB profits down 55-pct in March, credit flat",5/15/2019,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank fell 55 percent to 1.94 billion rupees in the March 2019 quarter from a year...,"Sri Lanka's HNB profits down 55-pct in March, credit flat Profits at Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank fell 55 percent to 1.94 billion rupees in the March 2019 quarter from a year...",negative,-0.999406695
"When Ministers’ children go to school, other children will follow suit – Women & Media Collectiv...",5/15/2019,Women's Rights,"Noting the socio-economic implications of the prevailing situation in the country on working women, a women’s rights o...","When Ministers’ children go to school, other children will follow suit – Women & Media Collectiv... Noting the socio-economic implications of the prevailing situation in the country on working women, a women’s rights o...",positive,0.9718104
Sri Lanka anti-Muslim attacks were stoked by organized nationalists: Speaker,5/15/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's latest anti-Muslim riots took place three weeks after Easter Sunday suicide bombings showing that it was an ...,Sri Lanka anti-Muslim attacks were stoked by organized nationalists: Speaker Sri Lanka's latest anti-Muslim riots took place three weeks after Easter Sunday suicide bombings showing that it was an ...,positive,0.792300224
Facebook tightens live-streaming in crackdown on violence,5/15/2019,International news,Facebook announced Wednesday it is tightening access to livestreaming to prevent the rampant sharing of graphic video as...,Facebook tightens live-streaming in crackdown on violence Facebook announced Wednesday it is tightening access to livestreaming to prevent the rampant sharing of graphic video as...,negative,-0.997261405
Sri Lanka regulator extends curbs on The Finance Co,5/15/2019,Banking,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Central Bank said it will extend a ban preventing The Finance Company (TFC), a troubled non-ba...","Sri Lanka regulator extends curbs on The Finance Co ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Central Bank said it will extend a ban preventing The Finance Company (TFC), a troubled non-ba...",negative,-0.963156104
Army looking for suspected military member who ignored communal violence,5/15/2019,Uncategorized,The Army is seeking the public's assistance in tracking down an individual in uniform who allegedly turned a blind eye t...,Army looking for suspected military member who ignored communal violence The Army is seeking the public's assistance in tracking down an individual in uniform who allegedly turned a blind eye t...,negative,-0.994486749
Johanne Jayaratne appointed chairman of Sri Lanka tourism regulator,5/15/2019,Business,"Johanne Jayaratne has been appointed the chairman of the state tourism regulator, the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Auth...","Johanne Jayaratne appointed chairman of Sri Lanka tourism regulator Johanne Jayaratne has been appointed the chairman of the state tourism regulator, the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Auth...",positive,0.96428597
TID now under CID,5/15/2019,Uncategorized,"The Terrorism Investigation Department (TID), hitherto reporting directly to the Inspector General of Police (IGP), has ...","TID now under CID The Terrorism Investigation Department (TID), hitherto reporting directly to the Inspector General of Police (IGP), has ...",negative,-0.8086375
Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank net down 23-pct; loans contract,5/15/2019,Banking,"Profits at Commercial Bank of Ceylon, Sri Lanka's largest privately held bank, fell 23 percent to 3.129 billion rupees i...","Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank net down 23-pct; loans contract Profits at Commercial Bank of Ceylon, Sri Lanka's largest privately held bank, fell 23 percent to 3.129 billion rupees i...",negative,-0.998769581
Asian markets tick up after Trump tweets but uncertainty remains,5/15/2019,International news,A series of tweets by Donald Trump playing up the chances of a trade deal with China provided a much-needed boost to Asi...,Asian markets tick up after Trump tweets but uncertainty remains A series of tweets by Donald Trump playing up the chances of a trade deal with China provided a much-needed boost to Asi...,negative,-0.992593825
Nadel Salem appointed CEO of Sri Lanka BAT unit,5/15/2019,Markets,"Ceylon Tobacco Company, a unit of British American Tobacco said it had appointed Nadel Salem as chief executive officer ...","Nadel Salem appointed CEO of Sri Lanka BAT unit Ceylon Tobacco Company, a unit of British American Tobacco said it had appointed Nadel Salem as chief executive officer ...",negative,-0.794981658
Sri Lanka province under curfew after first riot death,5/15/2019,Political News,A Sri Lankan province north of the capital was under indefinite curfew Tuesday after the first death in anti-Muslim riot...,Sri Lanka province under curfew after first riot death A Sri Lankan province north of the capital was under indefinite curfew Tuesday after the first death in anti-Muslim riot...,negative,-0.977665186
Three arrested over social media rumours in Matara,5/15/2019,Uncategorized,Three people are in custody for allegedly spreading false rumors on social media in Matara.,Three arrested over social media rumours in Matara Three people are in custody for allegedly spreading false rumors on social media in Matara.,negative,-0.991613269
President seeks Chinese assistance in social media monitoring?,5/15/2019,Uncategorized,President Maithripala Sirisena has reportedly sought Chinese assistance in locating individuals who propagate misinforma...,President seeks Chinese assistance in social media monitoring? President Maithripala Sirisena has reportedly sought Chinese assistance in locating individuals who propagate misinforma...,negative,-0.986976206
China pledges Rs. 2.6bn for SL defence,5/15/2019,Uncategorized,"In a meeting with President Maithripala Sirisena yesterday (14),  Chinese President Xi Jinping pledged Rs. 2.6 billion ...","China pledges Rs. 2.6bn for SL defence In a meeting with President Maithripala Sirisena yesterday (14),  Chinese President Xi Jinping pledged Rs. 2.6 billion ...",negative,-0.71108079
Racial attacks in Kandy thwarted,5/15/2019,Uncategorized,Security forces prevented an attempt to launch a series of attacks on ethnic minorities in the Kandy district from last ...,Racial attacks in Kandy thwarted Security forces prevented an attempt to launch a series of attacks on ethnic minorities in the Kandy district from last ...,negative,-0.994253933
Manipulative groups inciting racial conflict in Sri Lanka harming future of nation,5/14/2019,Political News,Manipulative groups are promoting hate and violence in the wake of Easter Sunday attacks which will set back the country...,Manipulative groups inciting racial conflict in Sri Lanka harming future of nation Manipulative groups are promoting hate and violence in the wake of Easter Sunday attacks which will set back the country...,negative,-0.991646111
Sri Lanka arrests dozens of suspects over nationalist violence,5/14/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka has arrested and remanded dozens of nationalists who had engaged in anti-Muslim violence and also arrested thr...,Sri Lanka arrests dozens of suspects over nationalist violence Sri Lanka has arrested and remanded dozens of nationalists who had engaged in anti-Muslim violence and also arrested thr...,negative,-0.903853059
Sri Lanka’s CICT invests in dangerous goods storage facility,5/14/2019,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Colombo International Container Terminal (CICT) said it has opened a Dangerous G...,Sri Lanka’s CICT invests in dangerous goods storage facility ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Colombo International Container Terminal (CICT) said it has opened a Dangerous G...,negative,-0.978955269
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks down 1.57-pct",5/14/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - The rupee ended weaker at 176.80/90 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Tuesday, while gilt yi...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks down 1.57-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The rupee ended weaker at 176.80/90 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Tuesday, while gilt yi...",negative,-0.999473512
Sri Lanka gets US$70mn World Bank loan to strengthen local govt services,5/14/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – The International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank has given Sri Lanka a loan of 70 ...,Sri Lanka gets US$70mn World Bank loan to strengthen local govt services ECONOMYNEXT – The International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank has given Sri Lanka a loan of 70 ...,positive,0.701410353
Sri Lanka’s Hayleys Fabric loss narrows in March quarter,5/14/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Losses at Sri Lanka’s Hayleys Fabric PLC fell sharply in the March 2019 quarter from a year ...,Sri Lanka’s Hayleys Fabric loss narrows in March quarter ECONOMYNEXT – Losses at Sri Lanka’s Hayleys Fabric PLC fell sharply in the March 2019 quarter from a year ...,negative,-0.99943918
"Sri Lanka to lure tourists from Thailand, short haul markets",5/14/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government plans to launch a promotional campaign in Thailand as part of measure...,"Sri Lanka to lure tourists from Thailand, short haul markets ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government plans to launch a promotional campaign in Thailand as part of measure...",negative,-0.965578139
Will not allow terrorists to destroy Vesak -PM,5/14/2019,Politics,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says that the government won't allow the terrorists to destroy the Vesak festival ,Will not allow terrorists to destroy Vesak -PM Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says that the government won't allow the terrorists to destroy the Vesak festival ,negative,-0.991320312
"“We are a civilized people, capable of restraint ” - RRG",5/14/2019,Uncategorized,Religions for Responsible Governance says it is deeply worried about the spread of anti-Muslim communal violence ,"“We are a civilized people, capable of restraint ” - RRG Religions for Responsible Governance says it is deeply worried about the spread of anti-Muslim communal violence ",negative,-0.983355701
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks fall 0.51-pct",5/14/2019,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - The rupee opened weaker at 176.55/75 against the US dollar in early spot market trading Monday, while bond...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks fall 0.51-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The rupee opened weaker at 176.55/75 against the US dollar in early spot market trading Monday, while bond...",negative,-0.9991678
"Sri Lanka police inaction against mobs could trigger more unrest, Tamil party warns",5/14/2019,Defence,ECONOMYNEXT – Police inaction against mobs attacking minority Muslims in Sri Lanka might force the community to r...,"Sri Lanka police inaction against mobs could trigger more unrest, Tamil party warns ECONOMYNEXT – Police inaction against mobs attacking minority Muslims in Sri Lanka might force the community to r...",negative,-0.996520042
India extends LTTE ban for another five years,5/14/2019,World,The Central Government of India has extended the ban on the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) for another five yea...,India extends LTTE ban for another five years The Central Government of India has extended the ban on the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) for another five yea...,negative,-0.95300746
Wayamba calm after two days of violence,5/14/2019,Uncategorized,The regions of the North Western or Wayamba province where communal violence spread rapidly over the last two days is ca...,Wayamba calm after two days of violence The regions of the North Western or Wayamba province where communal violence spread rapidly over the last two days is ca...,negative,-0.986942768
Indian intelligence monitored software engineer linked to Easter bombers three years ago,5/14/2019,Uncategorized,A Sri Lankan software engineer suspected to have provided technical and logistical assistance to the Easter Sunday suici...,Indian intelligence monitored software engineer linked to Easter bombers three years ago A Sri Lankan software engineer suspected to have provided technical and logistical assistance to the Easter Sunday suici...,negative,-0.994598985
Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata March quarter profit up 72-pct,5/14/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata Plc reported group net profit shot up 72 percent to 4.88 billion rupees in the M...,Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata March quarter profit up 72-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata Plc reported group net profit shot up 72 percent to 4.88 billion rupees in the M...,negative,-0.979318917
Nine arrested and remanded for violence in Minuwangoda,5/14/2019,Uncategorized,The police have arrested and remanded nine suspects in connection with the communal violence in the Minuwangoda area yes...,Nine arrested and remanded for violence in Minuwangoda The police have arrested and remanded nine suspects in connection with the communal violence in the Minuwangoda area yes...,positive,0.763357818
Political agenda behind communal violence - Methodist Bishop,5/14/2019,Uncategorized,"Certain politicians are encouraging communal violence, seeking votes from sections of the population, Methodist Church P...","Political agenda behind communal violence - Methodist Bishop Certain politicians are encouraging communal violence, seeking votes from sections of the population, Methodist Church P...",positive,0.851234853
CTA proposes death penalty for terrorism-Kiriella,5/14/2019,Politics,The controversial draft Counter-Terrorism Act (CTA) proposes the death penalty for the offence of terrorism in the event...,CTA proposes death penalty for terrorism-Kiriella The controversial draft Counter-Terrorism Act (CTA) proposes the death penalty for the offence of terrorism in the event...,negative,-0.942521155
IMF Sri Lanka loan extension approved,5/14/2019,Economy,The International Monetary Fund has resumed and extended a program with Sri Lanka giving 164.1 million US dollars to the...,IMF Sri Lanka loan extension approved The International Monetary Fund has resumed and extended a program with Sri Lanka giving 164.1 million US dollars to the...,negative,-0.67005384
Army will not hesitate to use force if violence continues – Commander,5/14/2019,Uncategorized,Army Commander Lieutenant General Mahesh Senanayake says that the armed forces would not hesitate to use minimum or maxi...,Army will not hesitate to use force if violence continues – Commander Army Commander Lieutenant General Mahesh Senanayake says that the armed forces would not hesitate to use minimum or maxi...,positive,0.995584965
Police on the lookout for one more terror suspect,5/14/2019,Uncategorized,Police requests public assistance in finding the whereabouts of a suspect linked to the Easter bombings.,Police on the lookout for one more terror suspect Police requests public assistance in finding the whereabouts of a suspect linked to the Easter bombings.,negative,-0.992731988
New gazette proscribing Islamist outfits,5/14/2019,Uncategorized,"A fresh gazette notification was issued yesterday, proscribing three Islamist organisations implicated in the Easter Sun...","New gazette proscribing Islamist outfits A fresh gazette notification was issued yesterday, proscribing three Islamist organisations implicated in the Easter Sun...",negative,-0.99451679
Sri Lanka Speaker warns against 1983 repeat as nationalists riot,5/14/2019,Political News,Speaker of Sri Lanka's parliament Karu Jayasuriya warned against a repeat of riots in 1983 that provided recruits to Tam...,Sri Lanka Speaker warns against 1983 repeat as nationalists riot Speaker of Sri Lanka's parliament Karu Jayasuriya warned against a repeat of riots in 1983 that provided recruits to Tam...,negative,-0.988314152
Sri Lanka army chief says ready to use maximum force against nationalist rioters,5/14/2019,Defence,Sri Lanka military is prepared to use maximum force against groups of nationalist rioters who are attacking Muslim citiz...,Sri Lanka army chief says ready to use maximum force against nationalist rioters Sri Lanka military is prepared to use maximum force against groups of nationalist rioters who are attacking Muslim citiz...,positive,0.939864039
Sri Lanka army chief says ready to use maximum force against nationalist rioters,5/14/2019,Defence,Sri Lanka military is prepared to use maximum force against groups of nationalist rioters who are attacking Muslim citiz...,Sri Lanka army chief says ready to use maximum force against nationalist rioters Sri Lanka military is prepared to use maximum force against groups of nationalist rioters who are attacking Muslim citiz...,positive,0.939864039
Fatality reported in Wayamba violence,5/14/2019,Politics,At least one person is dead in yesterday’s (13) anti-Muslim violence that began on Sunday in several areas in the Nort...,Fatality reported in Wayamba violence At least one person is dead in yesterday’s (13) anti-Muslim violence that began on Sunday in several areas in the Nort...,negative,-0.994908273
Sri Lanka's anti-Muslim riots claim first death,5/14/2019,Defence,"A Muslim mas was slashed to death in Sri Lanka Monday, police said after imposing a nationwide curfew to contain a viole...","Sri Lanka's anti-Muslim riots claim first death A Muslim mas was slashed to death in Sri Lanka Monday, police said after imposing a nationwide curfew to contain a viole...",negative,-0.993569016
Sri Lanka police chief warns tough action against extremist rioters,5/13/2019,Defence,Sri Lanka's acting police chief Chandana Wickremeratne warned tough action against rioters who are damaging property of ...,Sri Lanka police chief warns tough action against extremist rioters Sri Lanka's acting police chief Chandana Wickremeratne warned tough action against rioters who are damaging property of ...,positive,0.899198174
"Sri Lanka PM urges calm, says groups attempting to generate instability",5/13/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinge said some groups are attempting create instability in the country and dis...,"Sri Lanka PM urges calm, says groups attempting to generate instability Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinge said some groups are attempting create instability in the country and dis...",negative,-0.996390879
Sri Lanka under curfew after anti-Muslim riots,5/13/2019,Defence,"Sri Lanka imposed a nationwide night curfew Monday, after anti-Muslim riots spread to three districts just north of the ...","Sri Lanka under curfew after anti-Muslim riots Sri Lanka imposed a nationwide night curfew Monday, after anti-Muslim riots spread to three districts just north of the ...",negative,-0.979483128
High-priced Sri Lanka condo sales slow down: central bank,5/13/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – Sales of high-prices condominium apartments in Sri Lanka have been slowing down while the cheapest ...,High-priced Sri Lanka condo sales slow down: central bank ECONOMYNEXT – Sales of high-prices condominium apartments in Sri Lanka have been slowing down while the cheapest ...,negative,-0.999296308
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields stable",5/13/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 176.50/65 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bond yields were stabl...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields stable Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 176.50/65 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bond yields were stabl...",negative,-0.991935134
Mob violence attempt to destabilise country - PM,5/13/2019,Uncategorized,"Calling today's reports of mob violence in the North Western province an attempt to destabilise the country, Prime Minis...","Mob violence attempt to destabilise country - PM Calling today's reports of mob violence in the North Western province an attempt to destabilise the country, Prime Minis...",negative,-0.998605669
"Sri Lanka stocks fall 0.38-pct, selling in DCSL, JKH",5/13/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.38 percent lower on Monday with selling on Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka (DCSL) and John...,"Sri Lanka stocks fall 0.38-pct, selling in DCSL, JKH Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.38 percent lower on Monday with selling on Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka (DCSL) and John...",negative,-0.999400973
Sri Lanka police extends curfew around Kuliyapitiya,5/13/2019,Defence,"Sri Lanka has imposed curfew in Kuliyapitiya, Bingiriya, Hettipola, Dummalasuriya, Rasnayakepura and Kobeigane areas to ...","Sri Lanka police extends curfew around Kuliyapitiya Sri Lanka has imposed curfew in Kuliyapitiya, Bingiriya, Hettipola, Dummalasuriya, Rasnayakepura and Kobeigane areas to ...",negative,-0.891142905
Sri Lanka's Jetwing Symphony posts profits for first time in March,5/13/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's hotel firm Jetwing Symphony (JETS) said its net profits for the March 2019 quarter were 89.2 million rupees,...","Sri Lanka's Jetwing Symphony posts profits for first time in March Sri Lanka's hotel firm Jetwing Symphony (JETS) said its net profits for the March 2019 quarter were 89.2 million rupees,...",negative,-0.794849634
Ruwan Wijewardene appointed Sri Lanka's acting defence minister,5/13/2019,Defence,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena who is on an overseas visit had appointed Ruwan Wijewardene as acting ministe...,Ruwan Wijewardene appointed Sri Lanka's acting defence minister Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena who is on an overseas visit had appointed Ruwan Wijewardene as acting ministe...,positive,0.982186019
"Sri Lanka Entrust Securities loss, capital erosion deepens",5/13/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Losses at Entrust Securities, a primary dealership embroiled in fraud and barred by regulators from carryi...","Sri Lanka Entrust Securities loss, capital erosion deepens ECONOMYNEXT - Losses at Entrust Securities, a primary dealership embroiled in fraud and barred by regulators from carryi...",negative,-0.997053623
Wayamba under curfew as violence spreads,5/13/2019,Uncategorized,Muslim leaders are condemning police indifference which they say has led to the spread of communal violence in several a...,Wayamba under curfew as violence spreads Muslim leaders are condemning police indifference which they say has led to the spread of communal violence in several a...,negative,-0.986156702
Sri Lanka's industrial activity grows in March,5/13/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's industrial activity had grown 11.8 percent in March 2019 from a month earlier, as the country prepared for t...","Sri Lanka's industrial activity grows in March Sri Lanka's industrial activity had grown 11.8 percent in March 2019 from a month earlier, as the country prepared for t...",positive,0.961423695
No room for ISIS terrorists in Sri Lanka – PM,5/13/2019,Politics,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says that the Government is taking every possible action to combat terrorism in Sri ...,No room for ISIS terrorists in Sri Lanka – PM Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says that the Government is taking every possible action to combat terrorism in Sri ...,negative,-0.994341493
"Sri Lanka rupee steady, bond yields edges lower",5/13/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee opened steady around 176.30/40 Monday while bond yields were edging lower dealers said, amid weak privat...","Sri Lanka rupee steady, bond yields edges lower Sri Lanka rupee opened steady around 176.30/40 Monday while bond yields were edging lower dealers said, amid weak privat...",negative,-0.99900049
Curfew re-imposed in Kuliyapitiya,5/13/2019,Uncategorized,Army troops are deployed in the troubled Kuliyapitiya area after fresh violence forced the authorities to re-impose a cu...,Curfew re-imposed in Kuliyapitiya Army troops are deployed in the troubled Kuliyapitiya area after fresh violence forced the authorities to re-impose a cu...,negative,-0.994211137
Sri Lanka's People's Bank group rejects Sterling Capital's mandatory offer for leasing firm,5/13/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - State banking group People's Bank and its subsidiary People's Leasing and Finance will not take up a manda...,Sri Lanka's People's Bank group rejects Sterling Capital's mandatory offer for leasing firm ECONOMYNEXT - State banking group People's Bank and its subsidiary People's Leasing and Finance will not take up a manda...,negative,-0.995072067
CC nod for Acting IGP,5/13/2019,Politics,The Constitutional Council has approved the appointment of Senior DIG C. D. Wickramaratne as Acting Inspector General of...,CC nod for Acting IGP The Constitutional Council has approved the appointment of Senior DIG C. D. Wickramaratne as Acting Inspector General of...,positive,0.972720802
Pakistan to get IMF bailout after currency collapse; urges central bank reform,5/13/2019,Economy,Pakistan will get a 6 billion US dollar bailout in the wake of a currency collapse driven by attempts to artificially bo...,Pakistan to get IMF bailout after currency collapse; urges central bank reform Pakistan will get a 6 billion US dollar bailout in the wake of a currency collapse driven by attempts to artificially bo...,negative,-0.995793581
Lack of US-China trade deal weighs on Asian markets,5/13/2019,International news,Markets in Asia were largely down in morning trade on Monday as the lack of a US-China trade deal cast a cloud over the ...,Lack of US-China trade deal weighs on Asian markets Markets in Asia were largely down in morning trade on Monday as the lack of a US-China trade deal cast a cloud over the ...,negative,-0.999111474
Sri Lanka blocks social media after unrest,5/13/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka has blocked social media platforms like facebook.com and whatsapp following amid rising tensions between Musli...,Sri Lanka blocks social media after unrest Sri Lanka has blocked social media platforms like facebook.com and whatsapp following amid rising tensions between Musli...,negative,-0.997183859
Ruwan Wijewardene Acting Defense Minister,5/13/2019,Politics,State Minister for Defense and Mass Media Ruwan Wijewardene is now the Acting Minister of Defense as President Mathripal...,Ruwan Wijewardene Acting Defense Minister State Minister for Defense and Mass Media Ruwan Wijewardene is now the Acting Minister of Defense as President Mathripal...,positive,0.993134141
Weapons found buried in Wellawaya,5/13/2019,Uncategorized,The Army found a stock of firearms and ammunition buried in a plot of land in Kuda Oya in Wellawaya today (13).,Weapons found buried in Wellawaya The Army found a stock of firearms and ammunition buried in a plot of land in Kuda Oya in Wellawaya today (13).,negative,-0.993241549
Sri Lanka expects quicker recovery in tourism: Minister,5/13/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's tourism minister said he expected the country's tourism industry to bounce back in as little as three months...,Sri Lanka expects quicker recovery in tourism: Minister Sri Lanka's tourism minister said he expected the country's tourism industry to bounce back in as little as three months...,negative,-0.996618867
Catholic Bishops' Conference calls for single set of laws for all Sri Lankans,5/13/2019,Uncategorized,"Noting what it called a serious lapse in security and calling for an impartial inquiry into the Easter Sunday bombings, ...","Catholic Bishops' Conference calls for single set of laws for all Sri Lankans Noting what it called a serious lapse in security and calling for an impartial inquiry into the Easter Sunday bombings, ...",negative,-0.99830085
Trump defends tariffs after advisor admits US will suffer from protectionism,5/13/2019,International news,"US President Donald Trump on Sunday defended his tariff policy, insisting again that China will pay billions in duties t...","Trump defends tariffs after advisor admits US will suffer from protectionism US President Donald Trump on Sunday defended his tariff policy, insisting again that China will pay billions in duties t...",negative,-0.974516392
Sri Lanka private credit weak in March,5/13/2019,Banking,"Loans to the private borrowers from commercial bank in Sri Lanka picked was 23 billion rupees in March 2019, sharply bel...","Sri Lanka private credit weak in March Loans to the private borrowers from commercial bank in Sri Lanka picked was 23 billion rupees in March 2019, sharply bel...",negative,-0.995448649
ACJU calls for responsible social media use by Muslims,5/13/2019,Uncategorized,"Expressing its shock over the incident reported from Chilaw yesterday, the All Ceylon Jamiyyathul Ulama (ACJU) today cal...","ACJU calls for responsible social media use by Muslims Expressing its shock over the incident reported from Chilaw yesterday, the All Ceylon Jamiyyathul Ulama (ACJU) today cal...",negative,-0.989087343
"President off to China to attend Asian Civilisations conference, expected to meet Xi",5/13/2019,Uncategorized,President Maithripala Sirisena flew to Beijing this morning to attend an international conference titled Dialogue of Asi...,"President off to China to attend Asian Civilisations conference, expected to meet Xi President Maithripala Sirisena flew to Beijing this morning to attend an international conference titled Dialogue of Asi...",positive,0.987230361
"Curfew lifted in Chillaw, social media temporarily blocked",5/13/2019,Uncategorized,"The police lifted the curfew imposed to the city limits of Chillaw, Kuliyapitiya, Bingiriya and Dummalasuriya at 4 am to...","Curfew lifted in Chillaw, social media temporarily blocked The police lifted the curfew imposed to the city limits of Chillaw, Kuliyapitiya, Bingiriya and Dummalasuriya at 4 am to...",negative,-0.996030152
Sri Lanka has no confirmed information on any incident planned for 13th: police,5/12/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's security authorities or intelligence has not confirmed that any incident has been planned to take place on M...,Sri Lanka has no confirmed information on any incident planned for 13th: police Sri Lanka's security authorities or intelligence has not confirmed that any incident has been planned to take place on M...,negative,-0.999156237
Sri Lanka town under curfew after anti-Muslim attacks,5/12/2019,Legal,Sri Lankan troops in a northern town fired shots into the air and police imposed a curfew Sunday after mobs attacked a m...,Sri Lanka town under curfew after anti-Muslim attacks Sri Lankan troops in a northern town fired shots into the air and police imposed a curfew Sunday after mobs attacked a m...,negative,-0.988867342
Curfew in Sri Lanka town of Chilaw after rising tension,5/12/2019,Defence,Curfew has been imposed till 6.00 pm Sunday police said following heightened tension in the area after a crowd of people...,Curfew in Sri Lanka town of Chilaw after rising tension Curfew has been imposed till 6.00 pm Sunday police said following heightened tension in the area after a crowd of people...,positive,0.697301686
Sri Lanka Catholics hold first Sunday mass after Easter attacks,5/12/2019,Political News,Thousands of Catholics attended mass in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo Sunday amid tight security to prevent a repeat of Ea...,Sri Lanka Catholics hold first Sunday mass after Easter attacks Thousands of Catholics attended mass in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo Sunday amid tight security to prevent a repeat of Ea...,negative,-0.9743222
Muslim Council issues recommendations for improved cultural assimilation,5/12/2019,Uncategorized,The Muslim Council of Sri Lanka (MCSL) has compiled a list of recommendations to be followed by the country's Islamic po...,Muslim Council issues recommendations for improved cultural assimilation The Muslim Council of Sri Lanka (MCSL) has compiled a list of recommendations to be followed by the country's Islamic po...,negative,-0.952460587
Is the harvest of the carnage a Candidate?,5/12/2019,Uncategorized,"Of what purpose are courts, judges and the law.","Is the harvest of the carnage a Candidate? Of what purpose are courts, judges and the law.",negative,-0.998246193
One person dead after failing to stop at Sri Lanka checkpoint,5/12/2019,Defence,A driver of a vehicle had died after being shot at a Sri Lanka Navy checkpoint set up in the Wattala area to search for ...,One person dead after failing to stop at Sri Lanka checkpoint A driver of a vehicle had died after being shot at a Sri Lanka Navy checkpoint set up in the Wattala area to search for ...,negative,-0.996451974
Curfew in Chilaw,5/12/2019,Uncategorized,A Police curfew has been declared in Chilaw with immediate effect after tension erupted in the North Western town until ...,Curfew in Chilaw A Police curfew has been declared in Chilaw with immediate effect after tension erupted in the North Western town until ...,positive,0.967431486
ICC charges Sri Lanka team advisor for bribery attepmt minister,5/12/2019,Culture,The International Cricket Council (ICC) said Saturday it has charged a Sri Lankan team advisor with trying to bribe the ...,ICC charges Sri Lanka team advisor for bribery attepmt minister The International Cricket Council (ICC) said Saturday it has charged a Sri Lankan team advisor with trying to bribe the ...,negative,-0.993318558
Sri Lanka probes British bride's honeymoon death,5/12/2019,Legal,The husband of a British bride who died on her honeymoon in Sri Lanka will be kept in the country at least until a forma...,Sri Lanka probes British bride's honeymoon death The husband of a British bride who died on her honeymoon in Sri Lanka will be kept in the country at least until a forma...,negative,-0.95525533
Beware of what lies beneath,5/12/2019,Opinion,Christians turned the other cheek but some Sinhala Buddhist hardliners step up anti Muslim rhetoric,Beware of what lies beneath Christians turned the other cheek but some Sinhala Buddhist hardliners step up anti Muslim rhetoric,positive,0.552348852
Trust the forces and return to normality - Defence Secretary,5/12/2019,Uncategorized,Newly appointed Secretary to the Defence Ministry Shantha Kottegoda requests the public to trust the security forces and...,Trust the forces and return to normality - Defence Secretary Newly appointed Secretary to the Defence Ministry Shantha Kottegoda requests the public to trust the security forces and...,positive,0.99825114
Sri Lanka eyes security audit to build tourist confidence,5/11/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka is planning an independent security audit to build confidence among tourists, State Minister Harsha de Silva s...","Sri Lanka eyes security audit to build tourist confidence Sri Lanka is planning an independent security audit to build confidence among tourists, State Minister Harsha de Silva s...",negative,-0.752101481
Foreign investors sell more Sri Lanka rupee bonds,5/11/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Foreign investors have sold about 10.8 billion rupees in the week to Wednesday May 08, taking their total holding down t...","Foreign investors sell more Sri Lanka rupee bonds Foreign investors have sold about 10.8 billion rupees in the week to Wednesday May 08, taking their total holding down t...",negative,-0.995234191
Zahran's daughter: Court orders CID to obtain blood samples,5/11/2019,Uncategorized,The Colombo Fort Magistrate yesterday allowed the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to obtain blood samples of Moh...,Zahran's daughter: Court orders CID to obtain blood samples The Colombo Fort Magistrate yesterday allowed the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to obtain blood samples of Moh...,negative,-0.966981411
Sri Lanka raises petrol to Rs135 a litre,5/11/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka's fuel prices will be increased at midnight under the cost-reflective price formula, the Finance Ministry said...","Sri Lanka raises petrol to Rs135 a litre Sri Lanka's fuel prices will be increased at midnight under the cost-reflective price formula, the Finance Ministry said...",negative,-0.94426465
Sri Lanka airport security to get more passenger friendly: official,5/10/2019,Aviation,Draconian security measures at Sri Lanka's Bandaranayake International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake after Easter Sunday b...,Sri Lanka airport security to get more passenger friendly: official Draconian security measures at Sri Lanka's Bandaranayake International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake after Easter Sunday b...,negative,-0.981240809
"Sri Lanka stocks end 0.46-pct lower, selling on Ceylinco",5/10/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks ended 0.46 percent lower on Friday with selling interest in Ceylinco Insurance and Sri Lanka Telecom,...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.46-pct lower, selling on Ceylinco Sri Lanka's stocks ended 0.46 percent lower on Friday with selling interest in Ceylinco Insurance and Sri Lanka Telecom,...",negative,-0.999356449
"Sri Lanka's Singer Finance March net up 20-pct on leasing, loan book expansion",5/10/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Profits at Sri Lanka Singer Finance grew 20 percent from a year earlier to 153 million rupees in th...,"Sri Lanka's Singer Finance March net up 20-pct on leasing, loan book expansion ECONOMYNEXT – Profits at Sri Lanka Singer Finance grew 20 percent from a year earlier to 153 million rupees in th...",negative,-0.82586664
Sri Lanka Overseas Realty March profits up on apartment sales,5/10/2019,Markets,"Profits at Sri Lanka's Overseas Realty, a real estate company which has built a war chest of retained earnings nearly th...","Sri Lanka Overseas Realty March profits up on apartment sales Profits at Sri Lanka's Overseas Realty, a real estate company which has built a war chest of retained earnings nearly th...",negative,-0.853758693
No extra school sessions to make up for missed lessons,5/10/2019,Education,"Extra school sessions will not be held to cover up the lessons that were missed, as the schools remained closed till May...","No extra school sessions to make up for missed lessons Extra school sessions will not be held to cover up the lessons that were missed, as the schools remained closed till May...",negative,-0.999311447
Dappula appointed Attorney General,5/10/2019,Politics,Acting Attorney General Dappula de Livera was sworn in as the new Attorney General (AG) before President Maithripala Sir...,Dappula appointed Attorney General Acting Attorney General Dappula de Livera was sworn in as the new Attorney General (AG) before President Maithripala Sir...,positive,0.75592804
Private educational institutes to be regulated,5/10/2019,Education,The National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) has asked the Government to implement a programme to regulate all private...,Private educational institutes to be regulated The National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) has asked the Government to implement a programme to regulate all private...,negative,-0.936760426
"ICC charges Avishka, Zoysa with corruption",5/10/2019,Sports,"The International Cricket Council (ICC), on behalf of the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB), has charged former Sri Lanka tes...","ICC charges Avishka, Zoysa with corruption The International Cricket Council (ICC), on behalf of the Emirates Cricket Board (ECB), has charged former Sri Lanka tes...",negative,-0.990086257
Sri Lanka mulls possible relief for leased vehicles used in tourism,5/10/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka is considering a request made to give debt relief for owners of leased vehicles used in tourism, State Ministe...","Sri Lanka mulls possible relief for leased vehicles used in tourism Sri Lanka is considering a request made to give debt relief for owners of leased vehicles used in tourism, State Ministe...",negative,-0.996437907
"Sri Lanka rupee steady, stocks open 0.12-pct higher",5/10/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - The rupee was steady at 175.60/90 rupees against the US dollar in early spot market trading Friday after d...,"Sri Lanka rupee steady, stocks open 0.12-pct higher ECONOMYNEXT - The rupee was steady at 175.60/90 rupees against the US dollar in early spot market trading Friday after d...",negative,-0.866516888
"Uber to price IPO at $45, valuing company at $82 bn: source",5/10/2019,International news,"Uber was preparing a share offering that values the global ridesharing giant at up to $82 billion, a source familiar wit...","Uber to price IPO at $45, valuing company at $82 bn: source Uber was preparing a share offering that values the global ridesharing giant at up to $82 billion, a source familiar wit...",positive,0.991777658
Asian markets enjoy much-needed rally but tariffs tensions reign,5/10/2019,International news,"Shanghai led gains across Asian markets Friday at the end of a torrid week for equities, with investors keeping a nervou...","Asian markets enjoy much-needed rally but tariffs tensions reign Shanghai led gains across Asian markets Friday at the end of a torrid week for equities, with investors keeping a nervou...",positive,0.988349676
Sri Lanka IMF deal to be reviewed on May 13,5/10/2019,Economy,The executive board of the International Monetary Fund is expected to review the resumption and extension of a program w...,Sri Lanka IMF deal to be reviewed on May 13 The executive board of the International Monetary Fund is expected to review the resumption and extension of a program w...,positive,0.541024089
Sri Lanka SOEs foreign borrowings requirement relaxed,5/10/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka state-owned enterprises, have been allowed to borrow from foreign sources without the lender opening an accoun...","Sri Lanka SOEs foreign borrowings requirement relaxed Sri Lanka state-owned enterprises, have been allowed to borrow from foreign sources without the lender opening an accoun...",negative,-0.982170224
"Muslim leaders criticise ""unnecessary sensationalisation"" of sword busts",5/10/2019,Politics,Muslim lawmakers and community representatives yesterday downplayed the significance of the caches of swords discovered ...,"Muslim leaders criticise ""unnecessary sensationalisation"" of sword busts Muslim lawmakers and community representatives yesterday downplayed the significance of the caches of swords discovered ...",negative,-0.99901545
President Sirisena Dead Man walking?,5/10/2019,Opinion,"Maithripala Sirisena, the sixth executive president is the ‘title’ and the subject of this essay. ","President Sirisena Dead Man walking? Maithripala Sirisena, the sixth executive president is the ‘title’ and the subject of this essay. ",positive,0.60168308
New traffic plan at Sri Lanka’s Bandaranaike International Airport,5/9/2019,Aviation,ECONOMYNEXT – A new traffic plan has been put in place at Sri Lanka’s Bandaranaike International Airport t...,New traffic plan at Sri Lanka’s Bandaranaike International Airport ECONOMYNEXT – A new traffic plan has been put in place at Sri Lanka’s Bandaranaike International Airport t...,negative,-0.938307703
Alex Lovell chairman of Sri Lanka’s Serendib Engineering,5/9/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Alex Lovell has been appointed chairman of Sri Lanka’s Serendib Engineering group from May 8, the c...","Alex Lovell chairman of Sri Lanka’s Serendib Engineering ECONOMYNEXT - Alex Lovell has been appointed chairman of Sri Lanka’s Serendib Engineering group from May 8, the c...",positive,0.972297132
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, stocks down 0.30-pct",5/9/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee ended weaker at 175.60/80 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while gilt yields...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, stocks down 0.30-pct Sri Lanka rupee ended weaker at 175.60/80 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while gilt yields...",negative,-0.998044014
Sri Lanka fiscal deficit seen widening after bombings,5/9/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's fiscal deficit is expected to worsen in the coming months as the government gives tax breaks t...,Sri Lanka fiscal deficit seen widening after bombings ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's fiscal deficit is expected to worsen in the coming months as the government gives tax breaks t...,negative,-0.998587728
Sri Lanka’s Talawakelle Tea March quarter profit down 34-pct,5/9/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Talawakelle Tea Estates said net profit fell 34 percent to 172 million rupees in...,Sri Lanka’s Talawakelle Tea March quarter profit down 34-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Talawakelle Tea Estates said net profit fell 34 percent to 172 million rupees in...,negative,-0.999480546
UNICEF on Budget Speech 2019,5/9/2019,Miscellaneous,A nation’s budget is one of the most important policies for the country’s children. It is through the budg...,UNICEF on Budget Speech 2019 A nation’s budget is one of the most important policies for the country’s children. It is through the budg...,positive,0.866979837
"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.39-pct lower, selling in banks, JKH",5/9/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.39 percent lower on Thursday, with selling interest on John Keells Holdings (JKH) and banks,...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.39-pct lower, selling in banks, JKH Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.39 percent lower on Thursday, with selling interest on John Keells Holdings (JKH) and banks,...",negative,-0.999334753
"Sri Lanka's LIOC profits grow with cheap oil, pricing formula",5/9/2019,Markets,"The Sri Lanka unit of the Indian Oil Company said its net profits were 938 million rupees in the March 2019 quarter, up ...","Sri Lanka's LIOC profits grow with cheap oil, pricing formula The Sri Lanka unit of the Indian Oil Company said its net profits were 938 million rupees in the March 2019 quarter, up ...",negative,-0.991454482
Sri Lanka Siyapatha Finance March net down 53-pct,5/9/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's Siyapatha Finance, a unit of listed Sampath Bank, fell 53 percent from a year earli...","Sri Lanka Siyapatha Finance March net down 53-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's Siyapatha Finance, a unit of listed Sampath Bank, fell 53 percent from a year earli...",negative,-0.999640346
Muslims cooperated with police to nab extremists,5/9/2019,Uncategorized,The Muslim community helped the Police to arrest the remaining members of alleged the terror group that struck churches ...,Muslims cooperated with police to nab extremists The Muslim community helped the Police to arrest the remaining members of alleged the terror group that struck churches ...,negative,-0.938433051
Sri Lanka HNB Assurance March net down 83-pct,5/9/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's listed HNB Assurance fell 83 percent from a year earlier to 119 million rupees in t...,Sri Lanka HNB Assurance March net down 83-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's listed HNB Assurance fell 83 percent from a year earlier to 119 million rupees in t...,negative,-0.999270976
"Sri Lanka Guardian Capital Partners shifts cash to fixed deposits, no deals",5/9/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT – Guardian Capital Partners, part of Sri Lanka’s Carson Cumberbatch group, shifted most of the...","Sri Lanka Guardian Capital Partners shifts cash to fixed deposits, no deals ECONOMYNEXT – Guardian Capital Partners, part of Sri Lanka’s Carson Cumberbatch group, shifted most of the...",negative,-0.994883597
Sterling Capital completes Rs1.36bn takeover of Sri Lanka's People’s Merchant Finance,5/9/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT- Sterling Capital Investments (Pvt.) Ltd., a big exporter of Japanese vehicles to Sri Lanka, has completed i...","Sterling Capital completes Rs1.36bn takeover of Sri Lanka's People’s Merchant Finance ECONOMYNEXT- Sterling Capital Investments (Pvt.) Ltd., a big exporter of Japanese vehicles to Sri Lanka, has completed i...",positive,0.993872762
Opposition questions media blackout on search operations,5/9/2019,Politics,Opposition lawmakers today (9) questioned the Government's decision to bar the media from covering police hauls of sword...,Opposition questions media blackout on search operations Opposition lawmakers today (9) questioned the Government's decision to bar the media from covering police hauls of sword...,negative,-0.982920468
Ranil thanks Maha Sangha for keeping the peace,5/9/2019,Politics,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is expressing his gratitude to the Maha Sangha for helping maintain peace in the cou...,Ranil thanks Maha Sangha for keeping the peace Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is expressing his gratitude to the Maha Sangha for helping maintain peace in the cou...,positive,0.999729097
"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, stocks down 0.18-pct",5/9/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened flat at 174.90/20 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday, while gi...","Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, stocks down 0.18-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened flat at 174.90/20 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday, while gi...",negative,-0.997396111
Hakeem calls for stringent hate speech laws to combat Islamophobia,5/9/2019,Politics,"The rise of Islamophobic sentiments, particularly in the form of hateful commentary on social media, in the wake of an a...","Hakeem calls for stringent hate speech laws to combat Islamophobia The rise of Islamophobic sentiments, particularly in the form of hateful commentary on social media, in the wake of an a...",negative,-0.975002348
Pvt. Catholic schools to re-open on May 14,5/9/2019,Education,The Archbishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith has decided to re-open private Catholic schools across the country on...,Pvt. Catholic schools to re-open on May 14 The Archbishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith has decided to re-open private Catholic schools across the country on...,negative,-0.929922342
Nestlé Sri Lanka profits in March fall on higher interest costs,5/9/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's Nestlé unit profits for the March quarter fell 39.3 percent to 572.9 million rupees from a year earlier d...,Nestlé Sri Lanka profits in March fall on higher interest costs Sri Lanka's Nestlé unit profits for the March quarter fell 39.3 percent to 572.9 million rupees from a year earlier d...,negative,-0.99867934
A person in possession of a live grenade arrested,5/9/2019,Uncategorized,Karandeniya police have arrested a suspect with a live grenade manufactured overseas yesterday,A person in possession of a live grenade arrested Karandeniya police have arrested a suspect with a live grenade manufactured overseas yesterday,negative,-0.977814615
Losses at six Sri Lanka utilities double to 1.1-pct of GDP with soft-peg collapse,5/9/2019,Economy,Combined losses at six key state utilities rose 144 percent from a year earlier to 165.3 billion rupees in 2018 mainly d...,Losses at six Sri Lanka utilities double to 1.1-pct of GDP with soft-peg collapse Combined losses at six key state utilities rose 144 percent from a year earlier to 165.3 billion rupees in 2018 mainly d...,negative,-0.998931706
Sri Lanka rupee opens steady after sharp gain,5/9/2019,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - The US dollar opened steady at 174.90/175.20 rupees in early spot market trading Thursday, after the rupee...","Sri Lanka rupee opens steady after sharp gain ECONOMYNEXT - The US dollar opened steady at 174.90/175.20 rupees in early spot market trading Thursday, after the rupee...",positive,0.990126848
"As trade truce collapses, US, China scramble to revive a deal",5/9/2019,International news,The world's top two economies on Thursday were due to resume fraught trade talks just as a truce between them verged on ...,"As trade truce collapses, US, China scramble to revive a deal The world's top two economies on Thursday were due to resume fraught trade talks just as a truce between them verged on ...",negative,-0.998639166
Global stocks mixed amid latest volleys on US-China trade,5/9/2019,International news,Global stocks were mixed Wednesday as investors tried to make sense of the latest back-and-forth in the US-China trade c...,Global stocks mixed amid latest volleys on US-China trade Global stocks were mixed Wednesday as investors tried to make sense of the latest back-and-forth in the US-China trade c...,negative,-0.997922003
US official succumbs to Sri Lanka Easter bombing injuries,5/9/2019,Political News,"A US official wounded in Sri Lanka's Easter Sunday suicide bombings has died in hospital, raising to 258 the total numbe...","US official succumbs to Sri Lanka Easter bombing injuries A US official wounded in Sri Lanka's Easter Sunday suicide bombings has died in hospital, raising to 258 the total numbe...",negative,-0.998442471
Global effort needed to fight terrorism – UN Secretary-General,5/9/2019,Uncategorized,The UN Secretary General Antonio Gutteres is saying that the world needs to come together to eradicate terrorism.,Global effort needed to fight terrorism – UN Secretary-General The UN Secretary General Antonio Gutteres is saying that the world needs to come together to eradicate terrorism.,negative,-0.972802043
Easter terror campaign part of global issue - President,5/9/2019,Uncategorized,"The Easter bombings were not merely a local problem, but a global issue which Sri Lanka must have no part in, President ...","Easter terror campaign part of global issue - President The Easter bombings were not merely a local problem, but a global issue which Sri Lanka must have no part in, President ...",negative,-0.991899133
Hayek's warning: lost generation economics kill Sri Lanka's social market economy attempt: Bellwethe...,5/9/2019,Bellwether,Sri Lanka's Central Bank which has printed tens of billions of rupees in 2018 to boost economic activity artificially ju...,Hayek's warning: lost generation economics kill Sri Lanka's social market economy attempt: Bellwethe... Sri Lanka's Central Bank which has printed tens of billions of rupees in 2018 to boost economic activity artificially ju...,negative,-0.999515414
Police probing how suspects were released,5/9/2019,Uncategorized,Police are investigating how and why the 9 copper factory workers in Wellampitiya were released on bail on Monday (6). ,Police probing how suspects were released Police are investigating how and why the 9 copper factory workers in Wellampitiya were released on bail on Monday (6). ,negative,-0.96081996
Sri Lankans in Singapore remember Easter Attack victims,5/9/2019,Uncategorized,The Sri Lankan community in Singapore together with some  Singaporeans gathered last week to pray for the victims of the...,Sri Lankans in Singapore remember Easter Attack victims The Sri Lankan community in Singapore together with some  Singaporeans gathered last week to pray for the victims of the...,positive,0.984344244
Minimum of two years to eradicate new terror threat - SF,5/9/2019,Politics,"Eradicating the new terror threat that has come in the wake of the Easter bombings would take a minimum of two years, Un...","Minimum of two years to eradicate new terror threat - SF Eradicating the new terror threat that has come in the wake of the Easter bombings would take a minimum of two years, Un...",negative,-0.994914532
Call 113 to contact the Army,5/9/2019,Uncategorized,The Sri Lanka Army has set up an emergency number for the public to contact its Directorate of operations at the Army He...,Call 113 to contact the Army The Sri Lanka Army has set up an emergency number for the public to contact its Directorate of operations at the Army He...,negative,-0.96184665
CTA Bill faces stiff resistance,5/9/2019,Politics,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe's effort to pass the Counter-Terrorism Bill  is getting stiff resistance from the Op...,CTA Bill faces stiff resistance Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe's effort to pass the Counter-Terrorism Bill  is getting stiff resistance from the Op...,negative,-0.994388282
New air cargo terminal at Sri Lanka’s Bandaranaike International Airport,5/8/2019,Aviation,ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lankan government has approved plans to build another air cargo terminal at the Bandaranaik...,New air cargo terminal at Sri Lanka’s Bandaranaike International Airport ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lankan government has approved plans to build another air cargo terminal at the Bandaranaik...,negative,-0.617355704
"Sri Lanka rupee gains sharply, stocks end 0.18-pct lower",5/8/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee appreciated sharply Wednesday to close at 174.90/175.10 rupees against the US d...,"Sri Lanka rupee gains sharply, stocks end 0.18-pct lower ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee appreciated sharply Wednesday to close at 174.90/175.10 rupees against the US d...",negative,-0.890727818
Sri Lanka ambulance service to cut response time with mobile app,5/8/2019,ICT,"ECONOMYNEXT- Suwa Seriya 1990, Sri Lanka's free state-owned ambulance service, will cut its response time by as much as ...","Sri Lanka ambulance service to cut response time with mobile app ECONOMYNEXT- Suwa Seriya 1990, Sri Lanka's free state-owned ambulance service, will cut its response time by as much as ...",negative,-0.998499393
Sri Lanka 01-yr Treasury Bill yield falls 37bp to 9.44-pct,5/8/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan Treasury Bill yields fell across tenors at Wednesday’s auction with the 01-year bill yie...,Sri Lanka 01-yr Treasury Bill yield falls 37bp to 9.44-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan Treasury Bill yields fell across tenors at Wednesday’s auction with the 01-year bill yie...,negative,-0.998377085
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.13-pct lower,5/8/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks ended 0.13 percent lower on Wednesday from selling interest in Dialog, Hatton National Bank and Commerc...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.13-pct lower Sri Lanka stocks ended 0.13 percent lower on Wednesday from selling interest in Dialog, Hatton National Bank and Commerc...",negative,-0.999201357
Ashok Leyland unit wins Sri Lanka bus contracts,5/8/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Ashok Leyland’s Sri Lanka unit has won two contracts to supply 325 buses to the state-run Sr...,Ashok Leyland unit wins Sri Lanka bus contracts ECONOMYNEXT – Ashok Leyland’s Sri Lanka unit has won two contracts to supply 325 buses to the state-run Sr...,positive,0.979553223
Hizbullah's university to be privately run,5/8/2019,Politics,The controversial private university started by politician M L A M Hizbullah will be run privately under the rules gover...,Hizbullah's university to be privately run The controversial private university started by politician M L A M Hizbullah will be run privately under the rules gover...,negative,-0.996651709
Counting the Cost: Terrorism and its Impact on the Sri Lankan Economy,5/8/2019,Op-ed/Special Reports,Terrorism is not an obvious subject for economic analysis. The greatest cost comes in the form of lives lost and injured...,Counting the Cost: Terrorism and its Impact on the Sri Lankan Economy Terrorism is not an obvious subject for economic analysis. The greatest cost comes in the form of lives lost and injured...,negative,-0.995412171
178-pct tax hike bites Sri Lanka Union Bank March earnings,5/8/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's listed Union Bank said profits fell 17 percent from a year earlier to 117.6 million rupees in ...,178-pct tax hike bites Sri Lanka Union Bank March earnings ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's listed Union Bank said profits fell 17 percent from a year earlier to 117.6 million rupees in ...,negative,-0.998384595
Terror victim parent files FR petition against IGP and ex-Defence Secy,5/8/2019,Uncategorized,The Supreme Court will hear on 21 a May a fundamental rights petition against IGP Pujith Jayasundara and former Defence ...,Terror victim parent files FR petition against IGP and ex-Defence Secy The Supreme Court will hear on 21 a May a fundamental rights petition against IGP Pujith Jayasundara and former Defence ...,negative,-0.966130853
Easter Sunday victims commemorated in Washington,5/8/2019,Uncategorized,The Embassy of Sri Lanka together with Washington National Cathedral organized an Interfaith Service of Prayer and Remem...,Easter Sunday victims commemorated in Washington The Embassy of Sri Lanka together with Washington National Cathedral organized an Interfaith Service of Prayer and Remem...,positive,0.5682289
"Bombings seen slowing Sri Lankan demand, economic growth",5/8/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Easter Sunday’s suicide bombings in Sri Lanka which killed over 250 people will result in sl...,"Bombings seen slowing Sri Lankan demand, economic growth ECONOMYNEXT – Easter Sunday’s suicide bombings in Sri Lanka which killed over 250 people will result in sl...",negative,-0.993608356
Government to install people-tracker database,5/8/2019,Uncategorized,The government is planning to develop and implement a high tech system that will be able to track people to achieve mult...,Government to install people-tracker database The government is planning to develop and implement a high tech system that will be able to track people to achieve mult...,positive,0.934381187
CC approves Dappula's AG appointment,5/8/2019,Politics,The Constitutional Council (CC) has approved the appointment of Solicitor General Dappula de Livera as Attorney General.,CC approves Dappula's AG appointment The Constitutional Council (CC) has approved the appointment of Solicitor General Dappula de Livera as Attorney General.,positive,0.986040115
New Navy Chief of Staff appointed,5/8/2019,Uncategorized,Real Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne has been appointed as the new Chief of the Staff of Sri Lanka Navy by President Maithr...,New Navy Chief of Staff appointed Real Admiral Nishantha Ulugetenne has been appointed as the new Chief of the Staff of Sri Lanka Navy by President Maithr...,positive,0.997125089
"Sri Lanka rupee stronger, stocks steady in early trading",5/8/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee was stronger at 176.50/70 rupees to the US dollar in early spot market trading ...,"Sri Lanka rupee stronger, stocks steady in early trading ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee was stronger at 176.50/70 rupees to the US dollar in early spot market trading ...",positive,0.975144029
Hakeem says Muslims being marginalized,5/8/2019,Politics,Minister Rauff Hakeem is warning that Muslims in Sri Lanka are feeling marginalized after the Easter Sunday attacks and ...,Hakeem says Muslims being marginalized Minister Rauff Hakeem is warning that Muslims in Sri Lanka are feeling marginalized after the Easter Sunday attacks and ...,negative,-0.994873345
Oman reaffirms interest in Sri Lanka oil refinery project,5/8/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – Oman has reaffirmed its commitment to take part in a joint venture for an oil refinery with a capac...,Oman reaffirms interest in Sri Lanka oil refinery project ECONOMYNEXT – Oman has reaffirmed its commitment to take part in a joint venture for an oil refinery with a capac...,positive,0.995092034
"Sri Lanka to conduct revenue, growth impact review after bombings",5/8/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will review the impact on state revenues and growth from the Easter Sunday bombings in June, State Minister fo...","Sri Lanka to conduct revenue, growth impact review after bombings Sri Lanka will review the impact on state revenues and growth from the Easter Sunday bombings in June, State Minister fo...",positive,0.962208509
"National Vesak Festival to be low-key, two-day affair",5/8/2019,Uncategorized,"This year's National Vesak Festival, originally planned to be held over a period of five days, has been restricted to tw...","National Vesak Festival to be low-key, two-day affair This year's National Vesak Festival, originally planned to be held over a period of five days, has been restricted to tw...",negative,-0.996414661
Anglican Bishop calls for unity,5/8/2019,Uncategorized,"Colombo Bishop (Church of Ceylon) Rev. Diloraj Canagasbey says that all leaders, including civil society leaders, should...","Anglican Bishop calls for unity Colombo Bishop (Church of Ceylon) Rev. Diloraj Canagasbey says that all leaders, including civil society leaders, should...",positive,0.984281242
"Sri Lanka tightens security, plans travel insurance to boost arrivals",5/8/2019,Business,Sri Lanka is planning travel insurance for tourists and has tightened security at hotels and tourist attractions while m...,"Sri Lanka tightens security, plans travel insurance to boost arrivals Sri Lanka is planning travel insurance for tourists and has tightened security at hotels and tourist attractions while m...",negative,-0.876125574
"Land, safe house used by Easter attackers discovered - Police",5/8/2019,Uncategorized,A 25-acre land in Valachchenai and a safe house in Nuwara Eliya allegedly used by the Easter Sunday terrorists were disc...,"Land, safe house used by Easter attackers discovered - Police A 25-acre land in Valachchenai and a safe house in Nuwara Eliya allegedly used by the Easter Sunday terrorists were disc...",negative,-0.996632397
"'Don’t fish in troubled waters', Methodist bishop tells politicians",5/8/2019,Politics,Methodist Bishop Rev.Asiri Perera is urging all the politicians in the country to work together to bring back normalcy t...,"'Don’t fish in troubled waters', Methodist bishop tells politicians Methodist Bishop Rev.Asiri Perera is urging all the politicians in the country to work together to bring back normalcy t...",positive,0.989182413
Twelve-hour water cut in parts of Kalutara today,5/8/2019,Uncategorized,"A 12-hour water cut will be imposed in several areas of the Kalutara district today (08), the National Water Supply and ...","Twelve-hour water cut in parts of Kalutara today A 12-hour water cut will be imposed in several areas of the Kalutara district today (08), the National Water Supply and ...",negative,-0.990507603
Security  Council working well - President,5/8/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena is saying that he has changed the structure of the Security Council and as a result the a...,Security  Council working well - President President Maithripala Sirisena is saying that he has changed the structure of the Security Council and as a result the a...,negative,-0.992728829
"Sri Lanka finds 13 safe houses, arrests 56 linked to terror bombings: President",5/7/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka has found 13 safe houses and arrested 56 persons linked to Easter Sunday terror bombings, as well as material ...","Sri Lanka finds 13 safe houses, arrests 56 linked to terror bombings: President Sri Lanka has found 13 safe houses and arrested 56 persons linked to Easter Sunday terror bombings, as well as material ...",negative,-0.88223666
"Sri Lanka returning to normal, security operations to continue: PM",5/7/2019,Defence,"ECONOMYNEXT - Daily life in Sri Lanka is returning to normal amid tighter security, after the Easter Sunday bombings, Pr...","Sri Lanka returning to normal, security operations to continue: PM ECONOMYNEXT - Daily life in Sri Lanka is returning to normal amid tighter security, after the Easter Sunday bombings, Pr...",positive,0.974785447
"Sri Lanka rupee closes firmer, bond yields ease",5/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 176.85/00 in the spot market against the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields ed...","Sri Lanka rupee closes firmer, bond yields ease Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 176.85/00 in the spot market against the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields ed...",negative,-0.800646961
"Sri Lanka stocks end 0.07-pct lower, selling on HNB, JKH",5/7/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks ended 0.07 percent lower on selling interest in Hatton National Bank, John Keells Holdings and Union As...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.07-pct lower, selling on HNB, JKH Sri Lanka stocks ended 0.07 percent lower on selling interest in Hatton National Bank, John Keells Holdings and Union As...",negative,-0.999205649
Sri Lanka in talks with ADB for facility after attacks,5/7/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is in talks with the Asian Development Bank and other international agencies for financial facilities that are...,Sri Lanka in talks with ADB for facility after attacks Sri Lanka is in talks with the Asian Development Bank and other international agencies for financial facilities that are...,negative,-0.618714869
Sri Lanka to allow duty free import of security scanners,5/7/2019,Defence,"Sri Lanka will allow duty free import of security scanners and metal detectors to be used at hotels, schools or other co...","Sri Lanka to allow duty free import of security scanners Sri Lanka will allow duty free import of security scanners and metal detectors to be used at hotels, schools or other co...",negative,-0.939168274
"Sri Lanka announces debt moratorium, subsidized credit for tourism",5/7/2019,Business,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka will give a one year debt moratorium and subsidized working capital for the tourism sector, Stat...","Sri Lanka announces debt moratorium, subsidized credit for tourism ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka will give a one year debt moratorium and subsidized working capital for the tourism sector, Stat...",negative,-0.980797052
IMF chief says US-China tensions 'threat' to world economy,5/7/2019,International news,The head of the International Monetary Fund said Tuesday that fresh trade tensions between the United States and China w...,IMF chief says US-China tensions 'threat' to world economy The head of the International Monetary Fund said Tuesday that fresh trade tensions between the United States and China w...,positive,0.628930569
"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, stocks fall",5/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,"The Sri Lanka rupee opened flat at 177.50/70 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Tuesday, while gilt yields gaine...","Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, stocks fall The Sri Lanka rupee opened flat at 177.50/70 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Tuesday, while gilt yields gaine...",negative,-0.788086116
SriLankan Airlines hires expat as Chief Commercial Officer,5/7/2019,Aviation,"ECONOMYNEXT - SriLankan Airlines has appointed Joshua Bustos, an expatriate with experience in other airlines, as its Ch...","SriLankan Airlines hires expat as Chief Commercial Officer ECONOMYNEXT - SriLankan Airlines has appointed Joshua Bustos, an expatriate with experience in other airlines, as its Ch...",positive,0.95255965
Easter Sunday bombings expose stresses in Sri Lanka retail supply chains,5/7/2019,Ground,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's supermarket supply chains are under stress after the Easter Sunday bombings with labour shorta...,Easter Sunday bombings expose stresses in Sri Lanka retail supply chains ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's supermarket supply chains are under stress after the Easter Sunday bombings with labour shorta...,negative,-0.997616053
Terror threat not completely over - PM,5/7/2019,Uncategorized,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is saying that even though the Easter Sunday attackers and their associates are all ...,Terror threat not completely over - PM Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is saying that even though the Easter Sunday attackers and their associates are all ...,positive,0.822325051
Easter attack presidential committee report before P'ment soon,5/7/2019,Politics,"The report of the Presidential Committee on the Easter Terror Attack will be presented to Parliament soon, United People...","Easter attack presidential committee report before P'ment soon The report of the Presidential Committee on the Easter Terror Attack will be presented to Parliament soon, United People...",positive,0.986692965
Easter bombers all killed or arrested: Sri Lanka police chief,5/7/2019,Defence,Sri Lankan security authorities have either killed or arrested all the jihadists responsible for the Easter suicide bomb...,Easter bombers all killed or arrested: Sri Lanka police chief Sri Lankan security authorities have either killed or arrested all the jihadists responsible for the Easter suicide bomb...,negative,-0.980802
"Lion Brewery seeks to cut costs, boost exports in post-terror Sri Lanka",5/7/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's largest beer manufacturer, Lion Brewery Ceylon Plc, is looking to cut costs and boost exports after a fall i...","Lion Brewery seeks to cut costs, boost exports in post-terror Sri Lanka Sri Lanka's largest beer manufacturer, Lion Brewery Ceylon Plc, is looking to cut costs and boost exports after a fall i...",negative,-0.992360294
Pardon and release Gnanasara Thero - Hizbullah,5/7/2019,Politics,Eastern Province Governor M. L. A. M. Hizbullah yesterday made an open request to President Maithripala Sirisena to pard...,Pardon and release Gnanasara Thero - Hizbullah Eastern Province Governor M. L. A. M. Hizbullah yesterday made an open request to President Maithripala Sirisena to pard...,negative,-0.941808999
Asian markets bounce after Trump-fuelled plunge,5/7/2019,International news,"Asian markets mostly rose Tuesday, paring some of the previous day's painful losses as investors welcomed news that Chin...","Asian markets bounce after Trump-fuelled plunge Asian markets mostly rose Tuesday, paring some of the previous day's painful losses as investors welcomed news that Chin...",positive,0.948695242
National Security is in good hands – Secretary Defense,5/7/2019,Politics,"The security forces and the police have worked towards ensuring national security since Easter terrorist attacks, says S...","National Security is in good hands – Secretary Defense The security forces and the police have worked towards ensuring national security since Easter terrorist attacks, says S...",positive,0.997840285
Terror suspect remanded,5/7/2019,Uncategorized,The Colombo head of the banned National Thawheed Jamaath (NTJ) is back in remand custody.,Terror suspect remanded The Colombo head of the banned National Thawheed Jamaath (NTJ) is back in remand custody.,negative,-0.980188727
Sri Lanka tourist industry seeks security statement to get back on track,5/7/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's tourist industry is looking to recover from a massive blow from Easter Sunday bombings, with tighter securit...","Sri Lanka tourist industry seeks security statement to get back on track Sri Lanka's tourist industry is looking to recover from a massive blow from Easter Sunday bombings, with tighter securit...",negative,-0.995604873
Low student turnout continues today,5/7/2019,Politics,The second term of schools for Secondary classes (grades 6-13) started yesterday (06) amid high security. ,Low student turnout continues today The second term of schools for Secondary classes (grades 6-13) started yesterday (06) amid high security. ,negative,-0.993588686
Guns outnumber guests at bombed Sri Lanka hotel,5/7/2019,Business,"At the Cinnamon Grand Colombo, one of six Sri Lankan targets hit by suicide bombers on Easter Sunday, the silence that r...","Guns outnumber guests at bombed Sri Lanka hotel At the Cinnamon Grand Colombo, one of six Sri Lankan targets hit by suicide bombers on Easter Sunday, the silence that r...",negative,-0.992802024
Sri Lanka tourist industry seeks security statement to get back on track,5/7/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's tourist industry is looking to recover from a massive blow from Easter Sunday bombings, with tighter securit...","Sri Lanka tourist industry seeks security statement to get back on track Sri Lanka's tourist industry is looking to recover from a massive blow from Easter Sunday bombings, with tighter securit...",negative,-0.995604873
All Easter Sunday attackers dead or in custody-Acting IGP,5/7/2019,Uncategorized,Acting Police Chief Chandana Wickramaratne is saying that the police have been able to identify those directly responsib...,All Easter Sunday attackers dead or in custody-Acting IGP Acting Police Chief Chandana Wickramaratne is saying that the police have been able to identify those directly responsib...,negative,-0.987117112
Report on regulating Madrasas handed over to the PM,5/7/2019,Politics,The report on regulating Madrasas was presented to the Prime Minister yesterday (06) by Minister of Postal Services and ...,Report on regulating Madrasas handed over to the PM The report on regulating Madrasas was presented to the Prime Minister yesterday (06) by Minister of Postal Services and ...,negative,-0.921331167
"Sri Lanka tourist hotels seek tax waivers, debt relief up to two years",5/6/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's tourist industry has debt and tax relief of up to two years for the industry and its workers following Easte...,"Sri Lanka tourist hotels seek tax waivers, debt relief up to two years Sri Lanka's tourist industry has debt and tax relief of up to two years for the industry and its workers following Easte...",negative,-0.976557672
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals fall 7.5 percent in April after bombings,5/6/2019,Business,"Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka fell 7.5 percent from a year earlier to 166,975 in April amid the Easter Sunday bombings, ...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals fall 7.5 percent in April after bombings Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka fell 7.5 percent from a year earlier to 166,975 in April amid the Easter Sunday bombings, ...",negative,-0.997041643
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks down 0.96-pct",5/6/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker Monday at 177.60/68 rupees against US dollar in spot-next forward...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks down 0.96-pct ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker Monday at 177.60/68 rupees against US dollar in spot-next forward...",negative,-0.999433577
"Sri Lanka to enter global value chains with Indian, Chinese links: CB Governor",5/6/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka will have better prospects to enter global value chains with closer links to India and China, Central Bank Gov...","Sri Lanka to enter global value chains with Indian, Chinese links: CB Governor Sri Lanka will have better prospects to enter global value chains with closer links to India and China, Central Bank Gov...",negative,-0.911225915
Mahanayakes say don't gather during Vesak,5/6/2019,Politics,The Mahanayake Theras of the four chapters has requested the general public not to gather for festivities during the upc...,Mahanayakes say don't gather during Vesak The Mahanayake Theras of the four chapters has requested the general public not to gather for festivities during the upc...,negative,-0.991111577
Telenor and Dialog Axiata's parent in talks to merge Asian businesses,5/6/2019,ICT,Norwegian telecom operator Telenor said Monday it has entered into talks with Malaysian telecoms group Axiata about a po...,Telenor and Dialog Axiata's parent in talks to merge Asian businesses Norwegian telecom operator Telenor said Monday it has entered into talks with Malaysian telecoms group Axiata about a po...,negative,-0.979782999
Sri Lanka arrests two over Negombo unrest,5/6/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka has arrested two persons over violent incidents in the Negombo area, on Sunday night, police said, while the g...","Sri Lanka arrests two over Negombo unrest Sri Lanka has arrested two persons over violent incidents in the Negombo area, on Sunday night, police said, while the g...",negative,-0.936063588
Church calls for calm after Sri Lanka clashes,5/6/2019,Political News,The head of Sri Lanka's Catholic Church appealed for calm on Monday after sporadic violence between Christian and Muslim...,Church calls for calm after Sri Lanka clashes The head of Sri Lanka's Catholic Church appealed for calm on Monday after sporadic violence between Christian and Muslim...,negative,-0.983000636
Negombo incident a drunken brawl -Police,5/6/2019,Uncategorized,"Last night's violence in Negombo began after a drunken brawl, Police Spokesman Senior Superintendent Ruwan Gunesekara to...","Negombo incident a drunken brawl -Police Last night's violence in Negombo began after a drunken brawl, Police Spokesman Senior Superintendent Ruwan Gunesekara to...",negative,-0.987721026
"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, stocks down 0.12-pct",5/6/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee opened steady at 177.30/50 rupees to the US dollar in spot-next contracts Monda...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, stocks down 0.12-pct ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee opened steady at 177.30/50 rupees to the US dollar in spot-next contracts Monda...",negative,-0.983569801
"Sri Lanka money market liquidity soars, some foreign selling in bonds",5/6/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Excess liquidity in Sri Lanka's money markets soared to 76.6 billion rupees on May 03, as cash injected for the April ho...","Sri Lanka money market liquidity soars, some foreign selling in bonds Excess liquidity in Sri Lanka's money markets soared to 76.6 billion rupees on May 03, as cash injected for the April ho...",positive,0.983204663
President vows not to allow foreign forces to be deployed in Sri Lanka,5/6/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena said that he would not allow any foreign forces to be deployed in the country as he has k...,President vows not to allow foreign forces to be deployed in Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena said that he would not allow any foreign forces to be deployed in the country as he has k...,negative,-0.951682806
Compensation for property damaged in Negombo,5/6/2019,Uncategorized,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has ordered that compensation be paid to those whose properties were damaged during ...,Compensation for property damaged in Negombo Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has ordered that compensation be paid to those whose properties were damaged during ...,negative,-0.985311031
Madush still in CID custody,5/6/2019,Uncategorized,Alleged organised criminal and drug lord Madush Lakshitha a.k.a. Makandure Madush is currently being questioned by the C...,Madush still in CID custody Alleged organised criminal and drug lord Madush Lakshitha a.k.a. Makandure Madush is currently being questioned by the C...,negative,-0.933268964
"IGP, former Treasury Secretary ordered to appear in court",5/6/2019,Politics,Inspector General of Police (IGP) Pujith Jayasundara and former Treasury Secretary P. B. Jayasundara have been issued to...,"IGP, former Treasury Secretary ordered to appear in court Inspector General of Police (IGP) Pujith Jayasundara and former Treasury Secretary P. B. Jayasundara have been issued to...",negative,-0.826427996
"Chinese, Hong Kong stocks dive on Trump tariffs threat",5/6/2019,International news,China's key stock indices plunged more than five percent on Monday after US President Donald Trump threatened to hike ta...,"Chinese, Hong Kong stocks dive on Trump tariffs threat China's key stock indices plunged more than five percent on Monday after US President Donald Trump threatened to hike ta...",negative,-0.994402111
Curfew in Sri Lanka's Negombo lifted; social media blocked,5/6/2019,Defence,"Sri Lanka's Negombo town is calm following overnight unrest and a dusk-to-dawn curfew has ended at 7.00 am, police said,...","Curfew in Sri Lanka's Negombo lifted; social media blocked Sri Lanka's Negombo town is calm following overnight unrest and a dusk-to-dawn curfew has ended at 7.00 am, police said,...",negative,-0.984828055
House suspected to be used for training found in Kaththankudy,5/6/2019,Uncategorized,Two houses including one house which was suspected to have been used for training and coordinating attacks by those resp...,House suspected to be used for training found in Kaththankudy Two houses including one house which was suspected to have been used for training and coordinating attacks by those resp...,negative,-0.993229151
"Curfew in Sri Lanka tows as tensions rise, foreign clerics overstaying visa deported",5/6/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka clamped curfews at a city outside the capital Sunday to contain religious tensions as the authorities prepared...,"Curfew in Sri Lanka tows as tensions rise, foreign clerics overstaying visa deported Sri Lanka clamped curfews at a city outside the capital Sunday to contain religious tensions as the authorities prepared...",negative,-0.988345742
Social media platforms temporary ban lifted,5/6/2019,Uncategorized,"The government has lifted the temporary block it imposed on several social media channels last night (05), owing to a te...","Social media platforms temporary ban lifted The government has lifted the temporary block it imposed on several social media channels last night (05), owing to a te...",negative,-0.991642356
A word to the moderates,5/6/2019,Opinion,On the importance of constructive engagement in the face of growing hostility.,A word to the moderates On the importance of constructive engagement in the face of growing hostility.,positive,0.997379959
Rearview of a Carnage,5/6/2019,Opinion,Terror takes tolerance hostage. The purpose of terror is to undermine our tolerant way of life. What motivates the perpe...,Rearview of a Carnage Terror takes tolerance hostage. The purpose of terror is to undermine our tolerant way of life. What motivates the perpe...,negative,-0.987215638
Curfew in Sri Lanka's Negombo until 7.00 am Monday,5/5/2019,Defence,"Police curfew has been imposed in Negombo, Sri Lanka to maintain public order, police said.","Curfew in Sri Lanka's Negombo until 7.00 am Monday Police curfew has been imposed in Negombo, Sri Lanka to maintain public order, police said.",negative,-0.946370482
Billionaire Buffett says women's place is in investing,5/5/2019,International news,Billionaire investor Warren Buffett said Saturday that women ought to have a higher profile in investing.,Billionaire Buffett says women's place is in investing Billionaire investor Warren Buffett said Saturday that women ought to have a higher profile in investing.,negative,-0.956921816
"Sri Lanka to give tax waivers, support measures for tourist industry: report",5/5/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is planning a package of measures to help the tourist industry bounce back quickly and contain the terror thre...,"Sri Lanka to give tax waivers, support measures for tourist industry: report Sri Lanka is planning a package of measures to help the tourist industry bounce back quickly and contain the terror thre...",negative,-0.825509727
Candlelight vigil calling for unity,5/5/2019,Uncategorized,"A candlelight vigil was held at Independence Square, Colombo, yesterday, calling for unity among all Sri Lankans in the ...","Candlelight vigil calling for unity A candlelight vigil was held at Independence Square, Colombo, yesterday, calling for unity among all Sri Lankans in the ...",negative,-0.81132251
Sri Lanka to air Sunday mass on TV as attack threat persists,5/5/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's Catholic Church will televise a private Sunday mass after cancelling regular services over fears of a repeat...,Sri Lanka to air Sunday mass on TV as attack threat persists Sri Lanka's Catholic Church will televise a private Sunday mass after cancelling regular services over fears of a repeat...,negative,-0.997783244
Thai king crowned in day of pomp and centuries-old splendour,5/4/2019,International news,"To the boom of cannons, pipes and chants, King Maha Vajiralongkorn was crowned Saturday in a ceremony governed by centur...","Thai king crowned in day of pomp and centuries-old splendour To the boom of cannons, pipes and chants, King Maha Vajiralongkorn was crowned Saturday in a ceremony governed by centur...",positive,0.996030271
The macabre puzzle of piecing together victims at Sri Lanka morgue,5/4/2019,Defence,The nauseating smell of death that infested the streets around Colombo's morgue after Sri Lanka's devastating Easter att...,The macabre puzzle of piecing together victims at Sri Lanka morgue The nauseating smell of death that infested the streets around Colombo's morgue after Sri Lanka's devastating Easter att...,negative,-0.998927534
Sri Lanka police to search schools on Sunday,5/4/2019,Defence,"Authorities will search schools and their environs in Colombo Sunday ahead of re-opening the next day, police said.","Sri Lanka police to search schools on Sunday Authorities will search schools and their environs in Colombo Sunday ahead of re-opening the next day, police said.",negative,-0.922804058
Sri Lanka shuts down part of IS cell as Muslims condemn Easter bombs,5/4/2019,Defence,Sri Lanka bolstered security Friday with fears of attacks against bridges in the capital as the prime minister vowed to ...,Sri Lanka shuts down part of IS cell as Muslims condemn Easter bombs Sri Lanka bolstered security Friday with fears of attacks against bridges in the capital as the prime minister vowed to ...,negative,-0.984612048
US job creation surges in April as unemployment hits 49-year low,5/4/2019,International news,"The United States had another giant month of job creation in April, confirming the strength of the world's largest econo...","US job creation surges in April as unemployment hits 49-year low The United States had another giant month of job creation in April, confirming the strength of the world's largest econo...",positive,0.998994052
Sri Lanka's Mattala airport use halves in 2018,5/4/2019,Aviation,"Sri Lanka's Mattala international airport has seen aircraft movements halve to 709 in 2018, or less than one landing and...","Sri Lanka's Mattala airport use halves in 2018 Sri Lanka's Mattala international airport has seen aircraft movements halve to 709 in 2018, or less than one landing and...",negative,-0.995602489
UK security minister pledges support to revive Sri Lanka tourism,5/3/2019,Defence,"ECONOMYNEXT – The United Kingdom’s Minister for Security and Economic Crime, Ben Wallace pledged support t...","UK security minister pledges support to revive Sri Lanka tourism ECONOMYNEXT – The United Kingdom’s Minister for Security and Economic Crime, Ben Wallace pledged support t...",positive,0.878415883
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks down 0.37-pct",5/3/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee ended weaker at 177.45/60 rupees against the US dollar in seven-day forwards, as gilt ...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks down 0.37-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee ended weaker at 177.45/60 rupees against the US dollar in seven-day forwards, as gilt ...",negative,-0.999557316
Two visa-less foreigners nabbed in Grandpass,5/3/2019,Uncategorized,"Two foreigners were arrested in Sedawatte, Grandpass, yesterday (2) for residing in Sri Lanka violating immigration and ...","Two visa-less foreigners nabbed in Grandpass Two foreigners were arrested in Sedawatte, Grandpass, yesterday (2) for residing in Sri Lanka violating immigration and ...",negative,-0.994353652
Automation seen displacing Sri Lanka retail sector workers,5/3/2019,ICT,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s retail sector is likely to be badly hit by technology adoption that automates ma...,Automation seen displacing Sri Lanka retail sector workers ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s retail sector is likely to be badly hit by technology adoption that automates ma...,negative,-0.999732554
PM vows to eradicate ISIS from SL,5/3/2019,Uncategorized,"On a visit to the Zion church blast site in Batticaloa today, Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe vowed to eradicate ISI...","PM vows to eradicate ISIS from SL On a visit to the Zion church blast site in Batticaloa today, Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe vowed to eradicate ISI...",positive,0.758435428
Sri Lanka Ports Authority profits down in 2018 amid higher forex losses,5/3/2019,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT – Pre-tax profits at state-run Sri Lanka Ports Authority fell 27.5 percent to 8.7 billion rupees in 2...,Sri Lanka Ports Authority profits down in 2018 amid higher forex losses ECONOMYNEXT – Pre-tax profits at state-run Sri Lanka Ports Authority fell 27.5 percent to 8.7 billion rupees in 2...,negative,-0.999376476
600 defamatory letters: Equipment seized in Public Enterprise Ministry,5/3/2019,Uncategorized,A computer and a photocopier believed to have been used in the preparation of the 600 defamatory letters seized yesterda...,600 defamatory letters: Equipment seized in Public Enterprise Ministry A computer and a photocopier believed to have been used in the preparation of the 600 defamatory letters seized yesterda...,negative,-0.998159468
Dengue threat on the rise,5/3/2019,Health,"With the onset of the southwest monsoon, the threat of a dengue pandemic is on the rise again, the Health Promotion Bure...","Dengue threat on the rise With the onset of the southwest monsoon, the threat of a dengue pandemic is on the rise again, the Health Promotion Bure...",negative,-0.936019003
Sri Lanka Seylan Bank March 2019 net up 8.14-pct,5/3/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's listed Seylan Bank rose 8.14 percent from a year earlier to 817.4 million rupees in...,Sri Lanka Seylan Bank March 2019 net up 8.14-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's listed Seylan Bank rose 8.14 percent from a year earlier to 817.4 million rupees in...,positive,0.979195595
Nothing will weaken anti-drugs campaign - President,5/3/2019,Politics,"No challenge, no matter how great, would stand in the way of his campaign against drugs, President Maithripala Sirisena ...","Nothing will weaken anti-drugs campaign - President No challenge, no matter how great, would stand in the way of his campaign against drugs, President Maithripala Sirisena ...",positive,0.987037539
Central banks boost gold demand amid geopolitical worries: WGC,5/3/2019,International news,"London, United Kingdom | AFP |  The world's demand for gold rose in the first three months of 2019 as central banks dive...","Central banks boost gold demand amid geopolitical worries: WGC London, United Kingdom | AFP |  The world's demand for gold rose in the first three months of 2019 as central banks dive...",negative,-0.915434837
Sri Lanka blasts show Asia is fertile ground for IS ideology,5/3/2019,South Asia,"Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | AFP | Friday - The Islamic State group's self-proclaimed ""caliphate"" may have collapsed in the ...","Sri Lanka blasts show Asia is fertile ground for IS ideology Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | AFP | Friday - The Islamic State group's self-proclaimed ""caliphate"" may have collapsed in the ...",negative,-0.997946441
"Facebook bans conspiracy theorists, controversial black activist",5/3/2019,International news,"San Francisco, United States | AFP | Facebook on Thursday banned prominent conspiracy theorists including Infowars found...","Facebook bans conspiracy theorists, controversial black activist San Francisco, United States | AFP | Facebook on Thursday banned prominent conspiracy theorists including Infowars found...",negative,-0.998097122
Sri Lanka's Rs53B deposit insurance fund grows 7-pct in 2018,5/3/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Central Bank said a deposit insurance fund it manages has grown 7 percent from a year earlier ...,Sri Lanka's Rs53B deposit insurance fund grows 7-pct in 2018 ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Central Bank said a deposit insurance fund it manages has grown 7 percent from a year earlier ...,positive,0.976071715
"Rupee opens weaker in forwards, stocks steady",5/3/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker in seven-day forwards at 177.40/60 rupees against the US dollar Friday, ...","Rupee opens weaker in forwards, stocks steady ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker in seven-day forwards at 177.40/60 rupees against the US dollar Friday, ...",negative,-0.997172952
"Severity of ‘FANI’ reduces, strong winds and showers to continue",5/3/2019,Weather and Climate,"Cyclonic storm ‘FANI’ is likely to move north/north-eastwards in the Bay of Bengal, which will gradually reduce its ...","Severity of ‘FANI’ reduces, strong winds and showers to continue Cyclonic storm ‘FANI’ is likely to move north/north-eastwards in the Bay of Bengal, which will gradually reduce its ...",negative,-0.992585361
"Some Easter suspects were in India, possibly for training - Army Commander",5/3/2019,Uncategorized,"Some of the key players suspected to be involved in the Easter bombings had travalled to India, Army Commander Lieutenan...","Some Easter suspects were in India, possibly for training - Army Commander Some of the key players suspected to be involved in the Easter bombings had travalled to India, Army Commander Lieutenan...",negative,-0.977921307
"Global stocks mostly fall after Fed, Bank of England statements",5/3/2019,International news,Global stocks mostly fell Thursday as markets digested comments from the Federal Reserve that dimmed hopes for a cut in ...,"Global stocks mostly fall after Fed, Bank of England statements Global stocks mostly fell Thursday as markets digested comments from the Federal Reserve that dimmed hopes for a cut in ...",negative,-0.999619961
Sri Lanka Sunday mass cancelled over fresh attack fears,5/3/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka's Catholic Church scrapped plans to resume Sunday services following a ""specific threat"" against two religious...","Sri Lanka Sunday mass cancelled over fresh attack fears Sri Lanka's Catholic Church scrapped plans to resume Sunday services following a ""specific threat"" against two religious...",negative,-0.998612523
Sri Lanka arrests Reuters journalists over 'trespass',5/3/2019,Legal,Sri Lankan police arrested a Reuters news agency journalist Thursday while he was covering the aftermath of Easter bombi...,Sri Lanka arrests Reuters journalists over 'trespass' Sri Lankan police arrested a Reuters news agency journalist Thursday while he was covering the aftermath of Easter bombi...,negative,-0.981347799
Sri Lanka's Central Bank makes Rs137bn profit busting soft-pegged rupee,5/3/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's soft-pegged Central Bank has made a 137 billion rupee profit by busting the currency from 153 to 182 to the ...,Sri Lanka's Central Bank makes Rs137bn profit busting soft-pegged rupee Sri Lanka's soft-pegged Central Bank has made a 137 billion rupee profit by busting the currency from 153 to 182 to the ...,negative,-0.838497996
"Emerald Sri Lanka Fund invests in Pan Asian Power, more solar projects",5/3/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Emerald Sri Lanka Fund will take a 20 percent stake in Pan Asian Power (PAP) in a proposed private ...,"Emerald Sri Lanka Fund invests in Pan Asian Power, more solar projects ECONOMYNEXT – Emerald Sri Lanka Fund will take a 20 percent stake in Pan Asian Power (PAP) in a proposed private ...",negative,-0.722219884
Three arrested with 600 hate and defamatory letters,5/3/2019,Uncategorized,The Colombo Fort police arrested three individuals yesterday (2) at the Central Mail Exchange in Colombo for the possess...,Three arrested with 600 hate and defamatory letters The Colombo Fort police arrested three individuals yesterday (2) at the Central Mail Exchange in Colombo for the possess...,negative,-0.989000261
"NTJ propaganda material, syringes seized in Kandy",5/3/2019,Uncategorized,The army seized caches of National Thowheed Jamath (NTJ)  propaganda and other material during special cordon-and-search...,"NTJ propaganda material, syringes seized in Kandy The army seized caches of National Thowheed Jamath (NTJ)  propaganda and other material during special cordon-and-search...",negative,-0.995234549
Reuters journalist arrested for trespassing in Negombo,5/3/2019,Uncategorized,Katana police has arrested a Reuters journalist who attempted to enter the premises of a school in Negombo without permi...,Reuters journalist arrested for trespassing in Negombo Katana police has arrested a Reuters journalist who attempted to enter the premises of a school in Negombo without permi...,negative,-0.976545274
Cardinal's letter warning of further attacks authentic,5/3/2019,Uncategorized,A letter doing the rounds on social media purportedly signed by Archbishop Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith warning of an impend...,Cardinal's letter warning of further attacks authentic A letter doing the rounds on social media purportedly signed by Archbishop Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith warning of an impend...,negative,-0.994883597
Terror suspects buried unceremoniously,5/2/2019,Uncategorized,"The remains of 10 suspected terrorists who died in a suicide blast in Sainthamaruthu, Kalmunai, last week were buried to...","Terror suspects buried unceremoniously The remains of 10 suspected terrorists who died in a suicide blast in Sainthamaruthu, Kalmunai, last week were buried to...",negative,-0.990488648
Sri Lanka suicide bombers buried without religious rites,5/2/2019,Political News,Several suicide bombers belonging to an extremist group that killed over 250 people in co-ordinated suicide attacks have...,Sri Lanka suicide bombers buried without religious rites Several suicide bombers belonging to an extremist group that killed over 250 people in co-ordinated suicide attacks have...,negative,-0.989319265
Sri Lanka ETI directors' assets being sold to repay depositors: Central Bank,5/2/2019,Banking,"ECONOMYNEXT – Assets of directors of ETI Finance Ltd. (ETIF) are being sold to repay depositors, with 20 percent ...","Sri Lanka ETI directors' assets being sold to repay depositors: Central Bank ECONOMYNEXT – Assets of directors of ETI Finance Ltd. (ETIF) are being sold to repay depositors, with 20 percent ...",negative,-0.979027569
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in forwards, stocks down 0.36-pct",5/2/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 177.10/30 rupees against the US dollar in seven-day forwards Thursday...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in forwards, stocks down 0.36-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 177.10/30 rupees against the US dollar in seven-day forwards Thursday...",negative,-0.999456704
Sri Lanka’s Nayapane Estate gets record price for ‘BOP Fanning Grade’ tea,5/2/2019,Agriculture,"ECONOMYNEXT – Nayapane estate tea factory, managed by Sri Lanka’s Aitken Spence Plantations Management, ha...","Sri Lanka’s Nayapane Estate gets record price for ‘BOP Fanning Grade’ tea ECONOMYNEXT – Nayapane estate tea factory, managed by Sri Lanka’s Aitken Spence Plantations Management, ha...",negative,-0.891652048
Sri Lanka warned of surging swell waves in South and Western seas from FANI,5/2/2019,Environment,Fishermen and people living near the South and Western seas have been warned of rough seas with so-called swell waves su...,Sri Lanka warned of surging swell waves in South and Western seas from FANI Fishermen and people living near the South and Western seas have been warned of rough seas with so-called swell waves su...,negative,-0.957351744
"Sri Lanka's MTD Walkers delays bond interest, bank puts mortgaged assets for sale",5/2/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's troubled construction firm MTD Walkers Plc has delayed interest payments on its debentures, while assets mor...","Sri Lanka's MTD Walkers delays bond interest, bank puts mortgaged assets for sale Sri Lanka's troubled construction firm MTD Walkers Plc has delayed interest payments on its debentures, while assets mor...",negative,-0.996939898
"Sri Lanka’s TRI, Michigan State University in research agreement",5/2/2019,Agriculture,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s Tea Research Institute (TRI) is to enter into an agreement with Michigan State Universi...,"Sri Lanka’s TRI, Michigan State University in research agreement ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s Tea Research Institute (TRI) is to enter into an agreement with Michigan State Universi...",negative,-0.934974611
Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port signs deals with vehicle carriers,5/2/2019,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT - Hambantota International Port Group (HIPG) said it has signed Terminal Service Agreements (TSAs) with top ...,Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port signs deals with vehicle carriers ECONOMYNEXT - Hambantota International Port Group (HIPG) said it has signed Terminal Service Agreements (TSAs) with top ...,negative,-0.59958154
Sri Lanka chamber calls on government to restore confidence; shed incompetence,5/2/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has criticized the government for the serious lapses in national se...,Sri Lanka chamber calls on government to restore confidence; shed incompetence ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has criticized the government for the serious lapses in national se...,negative,-0.998223603
Cabinet approves high-tech scanners for BIA security,5/2/2019,Uncategorized,Cabinet has approved a proposal  to procure and install state-of-the-art equipment for scanning cargo and passenger lugg...,Cabinet approves high-tech scanners for BIA security Cabinet has approved a proposal  to procure and install state-of-the-art equipment for scanning cargo and passenger lugg...,positive,0.749820828
Back to school on Monday,5/2/2019,Education,"All schools except Catholic schools will re-open on Monday, 6 May, as previously re-scheduled, Education Minister Akila ...","Back to school on Monday All schools except Catholic schools will re-open on Monday, 6 May, as previously re-scheduled, Education Minister Akila ...",negative,-0.89529407
Sri Lanka to set up land management firm for Port City,5/2/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka will set up a land management company to manage and administer newly reclaimed land at Colombo P...,Sri Lanka to set up land management firm for Port City ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka will set up a land management company to manage and administer newly reclaimed land at Colombo P...,positive,0.579698384
Threat to one country is threat to all of SAARC - Mangala,5/2/2019,Uncategorized,"A terrorist threat to one South Asian country is a threat to the entire region, Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera tol...","Threat to one country is threat to all of SAARC - Mangala A terrorist threat to one South Asian country is a threat to the entire region, Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera tol...",negative,-0.992841005
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker in early trading, stocks steady",5/2/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker Thursday at 176.30/70 rupees against the US dollars in the spot market, ...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker in early trading, stocks steady ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker Thursday at 176.30/70 rupees against the US dollars in the spot market, ...",negative,-0.995667338
Rush for terrorism insurance in Sri Lanka after bombings,5/2/2019,Finance,Thousands of Sri Lankans have subscribed to terrorism insurance within a week after the Easter Sunday Bombings on April ...,Rush for terrorism insurance in Sri Lanka after bombings Thousands of Sri Lankans have subscribed to terrorism insurance within a week after the Easter Sunday Bombings on April ...,negative,-0.970205009
Catholic Church athirst for Pentecost after Easter crucifixion,5/2/2019,Opinion,"In the aftermath of the Easter Sunday tragedy, there is something we all tend to overlook - something that reveals a bli...","Catholic Church athirst for Pentecost after Easter crucifixion In the aftermath of the Easter Sunday tragedy, there is something we all tend to overlook - something that reveals a bli...",positive,0.993217409
"Not in our name - UK MPs, interfaith leaders and Lankan diaspora",5/2/2019,Uncategorized,Sri Lankan British community representatives and religious leaders along with UK parliamentarians together denounced the...,"Not in our name - UK MPs, interfaith leaders and Lankan diaspora Sri Lankan British community representatives and religious leaders along with UK parliamentarians together denounced the...",negative,-0.999065936
"Sri Lanka fishermen warned to stay off seas, 100-140kmph winds feared",5/2/2019,Environment,Sri Lanka's fishermen are warned to stay off Northern and Eastern seas where wind speeds may exceed 100 kph from cycloni...,"Sri Lanka fishermen warned to stay off seas, 100-140kmph winds feared Sri Lanka's fishermen are warned to stay off Northern and Eastern seas where wind speeds may exceed 100 kph from cycloni...",negative,-0.988761723
Mass cancelled this week,5/2/2019,Uncategorized,The Archbishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith has urged Catholic churches to cancel church services that were expec...,Mass cancelled this week The Archbishop of Colombo Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith has urged Catholic churches to cancel church services that were expec...,negative,-0.997337282
Sri Lanka to set up land management firm for Port City,5/2/2019,Business,Sri Lanka will set up a land management company to manage and administer newly reclaimed land at Colombo Port City.,Sri Lanka to set up land management firm for Port City Sri Lanka will set up a land management company to manage and administer newly reclaimed land at Colombo Port City.,positive,0.65081811
"Cyclone ‘FANI’ departs, strong winds and heavy rain continue",5/2/2019,Weather and Climate,"The ""severe"" cyclonic storm ‘FANI’ is moving away from Sri Lanka towards Odisha on the Indian coast, the Department ...","Cyclone ‘FANI’ departs, strong winds and heavy rain continue The ""severe"" cyclonic storm ‘FANI’ is moving away from Sri Lanka towards Odisha on the Indian coast, the Department ...",positive,0.95838511
Peace TV off the air?,5/2/2019,Uncategorized,Both Dialog Axiata and Sri Lanka Telecom PLC appear to have removed the Islamic ‘Peace TV’ channel from their Dialog...,Peace TV off the air? Both Dialog Axiata and Sri Lanka Telecom PLC appear to have removed the Islamic ‘Peace TV’ channel from their Dialog...,negative,-0.999288023
Sangakkara named as first non-British MCC president,5/2/2019,Culture,Former Sri Lanka captain Kumar Sangakkara has been appointed as the first non-British president of the Marylebone Cricke...,Sangakkara named as first non-British MCC president Former Sri Lanka captain Kumar Sangakkara has been appointed as the first non-British president of the Marylebone Cricke...,positive,0.946902692
Sri Lanka to help CHEC Port City raise loan,5/2/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's government will become a signatory to a long term loan sought by CHEC Port City, a firm that has reclaimed 2...","Sri Lanka to help CHEC Port City raise loan Sri Lanka's government will become a signatory to a long term loan sought by CHEC Port City, a firm that has reclaimed 2...",positive,0.631680965
US Federal Reserve leaves key rate unchanged amid mixed economic signals,5/2/2019,International news,The US Federal Reserve decided Wednesday to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged amid mixed signals about the dire...,US Federal Reserve leaves key rate unchanged amid mixed economic signals The US Federal Reserve decided Wednesday to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged amid mixed signals about the dire...,negative,-0.998402417
Sri Lanka names Easter suicide bombers,5/2/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's police Wednesday named nine people who staged Easter Sunday suicide bombings that killed 253 people, and sai...","Sri Lanka names Easter suicide bombers Sri Lanka's police Wednesday named nine people who staged Easter Sunday suicide bombings that killed 253 people, and sai...",negative,-0.985743225
Cabinet approves private sector minimum wage hike,5/2/2019,Economy,Cabinet has approved a proposal by President Maithripala Sirisena to increase minimum wage in the private sector. ,Cabinet approves private sector minimum wage hike Cabinet has approved a proposal by President Maithripala Sirisena to increase minimum wage in the private sector. ,positive,0.903814316
Sri Lanka inflation accelerates to 4.5-pct in April,5/2/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's inflation accelerated to 4.5 percent in the 12-months to April 2019, from 4.3 percent in March, the state st...","Sri Lanka inflation accelerates to 4.5-pct in April Sri Lanka's inflation accelerated to 4.5 percent in the 12-months to April 2019, from 4.3 percent in March, the state st...",negative,-0.953692734
Sister of Easter attacks mastermind arrested,5/2/2019,Uncategorized,"Batticaloa police yesterday (01) apprehended Mohamed Cassim Mohamed Niyaz Madaniya, the sister of the Easter Sunday terr...","Sister of Easter attacks mastermind arrested Batticaloa police yesterday (01) apprehended Mohamed Cassim Mohamed Niyaz Madaniya, the sister of the Easter Sunday terr...",negative,-0.912434578
Postponing due elections is another form of terrorism - Elections Commissioner,5/2/2019,Politics,"Though now is not the time to discuss elections, postponing scheduled elections citing security reasons is terrorism in ...","Postponing due elections is another form of terrorism - Elections Commissioner Though now is not the time to discuss elections, postponing scheduled elections citing security reasons is terrorism in ...",negative,-0.995438278
Police releases Easter bombers list,5/1/2019,Uncategorized,Police has released the list of suicide bombers who carried out the devastating Easter attacks that killed over 250 peop...,Police releases Easter bombers list Police has released the list of suicide bombers who carried out the devastating Easter attacks that killed over 250 peop...,negative,-0.995192051
Sri Lanka plan US790mn initiative to reduce disasters risk in river valleys,5/1/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is planning a 790 million dollar, 10-year program to cut natural disaster risk in key river valleys in the cou...","Sri Lanka plan US790mn initiative to reduce disasters risk in river valleys Sri Lanka is planning a 790 million dollar, 10-year program to cut natural disaster risk in key river valleys in the cou...",negative,-0.852817833
Sri Lanka avoids May Day rallies amid Islamist terror threat,5/1/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's political parties and trade unions are not holding May Day parades and rallies in 2019 following the bombing...,Sri Lanka avoids May Day rallies amid Islamist terror threat Sri Lanka's political parties and trade unions are not holding May Day parades and rallies in 2019 following the bombing...,negative,-0.984916091
Sri Lanka's NITF exposure to terror attacks limited to Rs. 500mn,5/1/2019,Finance,Sri Lanka's state-owned National Insurance Trust Fund (NITF) will have a maximum exposure of 500 million rupees from the...,Sri Lanka's NITF exposure to terror attacks limited to Rs. 500mn Sri Lanka's state-owned National Insurance Trust Fund (NITF) will have a maximum exposure of 500 million rupees from the...,negative,-0.992589116
Sri Lanka Muslim women uncover out of fear,5/1/2019,Political News,Religious tensions and a government ban on covering the face since the Easter Sunday suicide attacks have forced conserv...,Sri Lanka Muslim women uncover out of fear Religious tensions and a government ban on covering the face since the Easter Sunday suicide attacks have forced conserv...,negative,-0.960884929
Political & media opportunists plotting religious clash before Vesak - PM,5/1/2019,Politics,Politically motivated groups are attempting to sabotage the upcoming Vesak celebrations by creating a conflict between r...,Political & media opportunists plotting religious clash before Vesak - PM Politically motivated groups are attempting to sabotage the upcoming Vesak celebrations by creating a conflict between r...,negative,-0.995281041
Over 40 assault rifle rounds found in Hizbullah's office - Police,5/1/2019,Uncategorized,Over 40 T-56 assault rifle rounds and several other allegedly suspicious items were found in a raid carried out in the o...,Over 40 assault rifle rounds found in Hizbullah's office - Police Over 40 T-56 assault rifle rounds and several other allegedly suspicious items were found in a raid carried out in the o...,negative,-0.992395997
Sri Lanka Cabinet committee mulls ways to help tourism,4/30/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government is looking at ways to help revive tourism after Easter Sunday’...,Sri Lanka Cabinet committee mulls ways to help tourism ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government is looking at ways to help revive tourism after Easter Sunday’...,negative,-0.993992507
Sri Lanka 01-yr Treasury Bill yield falls to 9.81-pct,4/30/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan Treasury Bill yields fell across tenors at Tuesday’s auction with the 01-year bill yield...,Sri Lanka 01-yr Treasury Bill yield falls to 9.81-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan Treasury Bill yields fell across tenors at Tuesday’s auction with the 01-year bill yield...,negative,-0.997562647
Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in forward; stocks gain 0.64-pct,4/30/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 176.50/70 rupees against the US dollar in seven day forward contracts...,Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in forward; stocks gain 0.64-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 176.50/70 rupees against the US dollar in seven day forward contracts...,negative,-0.998574734
Sri Lanka to resume Mass on Sunday: cardinal,4/30/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's Catholic Church said public Mass will resume on Sunday amid tight security, two weeks after Easter Sunday bo...","Sri Lanka to resume Mass on Sunday: cardinal Sri Lanka's Catholic Church said public Mass will resume on Sunday amid tight security, two weeks after Easter Sunday bo...",negative,-0.836409092
"Lanka Hospitals to expand network of medical centres, pharmacies",4/30/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Lanka Hospitals, a listed Sri Lankan hospital, said expanding its presence both within the country and ove...","Lanka Hospitals to expand network of medical centres, pharmacies ECONOMYNEXT - Lanka Hospitals, a listed Sri Lankan hospital, said expanding its presence both within the country and ove...",positive,0.998242497
2018 A/L re-corrected results released,4/30/2019,Education,The Department of Examinations said that the re-corrected results of the 2018 A/L examination results were released toda...,2018 A/L re-corrected results released The Department of Examinations said that the re-corrected results of the 2018 A/L examination results were released toda...,negative,-0.998675048
Ricocheting police bullet injures passerby,4/30/2019,Uncategorized,"A passerby was injured when a bullet fired by police had ricocheted off a lamppost and hit his leg, in Belummahara last ...","Ricocheting police bullet injures passerby A passerby was injured when a bullet fired by police had ricocheted off a lamppost and hit his leg, in Belummahara last ...",negative,-0.993565619
Sri Lanka lifts social media ban,4/30/2019,ICT,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena has ordered telecommunications authorities to lift a temp...,Sri Lanka lifts social media ban ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena has ordered telecommunications authorities to lift a temp...,negative,-0.895535171
"Easter plotters at large, may be planning more attacks - US Ambassador",4/30/2019,Uncategorized,The US Government believes members of the militant group that carried out the Easter Sunday bombings may still be at lar...,"Easter plotters at large, may be planning more attacks - US Ambassador The US Government believes members of the militant group that carried out the Easter Sunday bombings may still be at lar...",negative,-0.998740137
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker in forwards, stocks up 0.27-pct",4/30/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 176.60/80 rupees against the US dollar in seven-day forwards Tuesday ...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker in forwards, stocks up 0.27-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 176.60/80 rupees against the US dollar in seven-day forwards Tuesday ...",negative,-0.998747349
Tech firms big losers as most Asian markets sink,4/30/2019,International news,"Technology firms took a hit in Asia on Tuesday as two of the biggest names in the sector posted disappointing earnings, ...","Tech firms big losers as most Asian markets sink Technology firms took a hit in Asia on Tuesday as two of the biggest names in the sector posted disappointing earnings, ...",negative,-0.999686122
Sri Lanka details price controls on bank deposits up to June 30,4/30/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's Central Bank has set interest ceilings for bank deposits for the quarter ending June 30, on a base rates for...","Sri Lanka details price controls on bank deposits up to June 30 Sri Lanka's Central Bank has set interest ceilings for bank deposits for the quarter ending June 30, on a base rates for...",negative,-0.880194187
Army sets up Overall Operations Command in Colombo,4/30/2019,Politics,"The Army has set up an Overall Operational Command (OOC) in Colombo with immediate effect, bringing together all tri-for...","Army sets up Overall Operations Command in Colombo The Army has set up an Overall Operational Command (OOC) in Colombo with immediate effect, bringing together all tri-for...",positive,0.999024272
Strong winds and heavy rain to continue as ‘FANI’ intensifies,4/30/2019,Weather and Climate,Showers and winds will increase over the island over the following days as the severe cyclonic storm ‘FANI’ continue...,Strong winds and heavy rain to continue as ‘FANI’ intensifies Showers and winds will increase over the island over the following days as the severe cyclonic storm ‘FANI’ continue...,positive,0.994989932
Follower of Sri Lanka bomber sought India attack: police,4/30/2019,Political News,An alleged follower of Sri Lankan bombing leader Zahran Hashim is to appear in a southern Indian court Tuesday after adm...,Follower of Sri Lanka bomber sought India attack: police An alleged follower of Sri Lankan bombing leader Zahran Hashim is to appear in a southern Indian court Tuesday after adm...,negative,-0.987273037
Islamic State chief purportedly refers to Sri Lanka in first video in five years,4/30/2019,Political News,The Islamic State group's elusive chief Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi has purportedly appeared for the first time in five years i...,Islamic State chief purportedly refers to Sri Lanka in first video in five years The Islamic State group's elusive chief Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi has purportedly appeared for the first time in five years i...,negative,-0.975575984
Municipal councillor and brother arrested in Nawala,4/30/2019,Uncategorized,Member of the Sri Jayawardenapura Kotte Municipal Council H. M. Ali Usman and his brother R. M. Sultan were arrested by ...,Municipal councillor and brother arrested in Nawala Member of the Sri Jayawardenapura Kotte Municipal Council H. M. Ali Usman and his brother R. M. Sultan were arrested by ...,negative,-0.987595797
Social media to be unblocked,4/30/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena has issued a directive to the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (TRC) to lift the ...,Social media to be unblocked President Maithripala Sirisena has issued a directive to the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (TRC) to lift the ...,positive,0.826201797
Catholic church services to resume on Sunday,4/30/2019,Uncategorized,"Catholic mass will resume next Sunday at all churches and shrines, Archbishop Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith said yesterday (2...","Catholic church services to resume on Sunday Catholic mass will resume next Sunday at all churches and shrines, Archbishop Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith said yesterday (2...",positive,0.980824113
France deports 60 Sri Lankans from Reunion island,4/29/2019,Political News,Half of a group of 120 Sri Lankan migrants who arrived on the French Indian Ocean island of Reunion two weeks ago were d...,France deports 60 Sri Lankans from Reunion island Half of a group of 120 Sri Lankan migrants who arrived on the French Indian Ocean island of Reunion two weeks ago were d...,negative,-0.92477572
Heavy rain forecast over Sri Lanka from cyclone,4/29/2019,Environment,ECONOMYNEXT – Heavy rains have been forecast over parts of Sri Lanka from the influence of a cyclone in the Bay o...,Heavy rain forecast over Sri Lanka from cyclone ECONOMYNEXT – Heavy rains have been forecast over parts of Sri Lanka from the influence of a cyclone in the Bay o...,negative,-0.913936794
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in forward, stocks gain 0.11-pct",4/29/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee ended weaker against the US dollar in the forwards but the spot market was inactive Mo...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker in forward, stocks gain 0.11-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee ended weaker against the US dollar in the forwards but the spot market was inactive Mo...",negative,-0.999254167
India advises against travel to Sri Lanka,4/29/2019,Business,"ECONOMYNEXT – India, the largest source market for tourists to Sri Lanka, has advised against non-essential trave...","India advises against travel to Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT – India, the largest source market for tourists to Sri Lanka, has advised against non-essential trave...",negative,-0.984798729
Sri Lankan banks cut deposit rates,4/29/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's listed private banks have reduced deposit rates after the Central Bank directed banks and fina...,Sri Lankan banks cut deposit rates ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's listed private banks have reduced deposit rates after the Central Bank directed banks and fina...,negative,-0.997806013
Fishermen advised not to venture out to sea,4/29/2019,Weather and Climate,The Department of Meteorology advises fishermen not to venture out to deep and swallow seas due to prevailing weather co...,Fishermen advised not to venture out to sea The Department of Meteorology advises fishermen not to venture out to deep and swallow seas due to prevailing weather co...,negative,-0.977699399
Over 100 Easter bombing suspects arrested so far - Police,4/29/2019,Uncategorized,Forty-four suspects who were arrested over the terror attacks on 21 April have been handed over to the Criminal Investig...,Over 100 Easter bombing suspects arrested so far - Police Forty-four suspects who were arrested over the terror attacks on 21 April have been handed over to the Criminal Investig...,negative,-0.985212982
Sri Lanka President appoints acting police chief after bombing,4/29/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena had appointed Senior Deputy Inspector General C D Wickramaratne as acting Ins...,Sri Lanka President appoints acting police chief after bombing Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena had appointed Senior Deputy Inspector General C D Wickramaratne as acting Ins...,negative,-0.740451694
Sri Lanka road investments slow to yield economic expansion: Central Bank,4/29/2019,Ground,"ECONOMYNEXT – Despite big investments in building roads with the aim of improving connectivity in Sri Lanka, the ...","Sri Lanka road investments slow to yield economic expansion: Central Bank ECONOMYNEXT – Despite big investments in building roads with the aim of improving connectivity in Sri Lanka, the ...",negative,-0.998659849
"Sri Lanka rupee slightly weaker in forward, spot inactive",4/29/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee was slightly weaker against the US dollar in the forwards but the spot market w...,"Sri Lanka rupee slightly weaker in forward, spot inactive ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee was slightly weaker against the US dollar in the forwards but the spot market w...",negative,-0.998134732
Lack of facilities adding to stranded refugees' woes,4/29/2019,Uncategorized,kistani refugees stranded in the Negombo police station are facing difficulties due to lack of toilet and sanitary facil...,Lack of facilities adding to stranded refugees' woes kistani refugees stranded in the Negombo police station are facing difficulties due to lack of toilet and sanitary facil...,negative,-0.999592602
"Sri Lanka stocks open 0.21-pct higher, gilt yields steady",4/29/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka stocks opened 0.21 percent Monday on buying interest in John Keells Holdings and hospital stocks...,"Sri Lanka stocks open 0.21-pct higher, gilt yields steady ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka stocks opened 0.21 percent Monday on buying interest in John Keells Holdings and hospital stocks...",positive,0.991391063
Sri Lanka car imports recover in March but below last year’s level,4/29/2019,Ground,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan car registrations recovered in March 2019 to 2,961 units, up from 2,347 units in Februar...","Sri Lanka car imports recover in March but below last year’s level ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan car registrations recovered in March 2019 to 2,961 units, up from 2,347 units in Februar...",negative,-0.942767024
Shantha Kottegoda appointed new Defence Secretary,4/29/2019,Politics,rmer Army Commander Shantha Kottegoda has been appointed Secretary to the Ministry of Defence.,Shantha Kottegoda appointed new Defence Secretary rmer Army Commander Shantha Kottegoda has been appointed Secretary to the Ministry of Defence.,positive,0.981291533
Asian markets mixed as attention returns to China-US talks,4/29/2019,International news,Asian markets were mixed Monday as investors struggled to track another record lead from Wall Street that was fuelled by...,Asian markets mixed as attention returns to China-US talks Asian markets were mixed Monday as investors struggled to track another record lead from Wall Street that was fuelled by...,negative,-0.996722758
Alms-giving held in Gangarama for Easter victims,4/29/2019,Politics,"An alms-giving ceremony was held at the Gangarama temple in Colombo yesterday, commemorating the hundreds who died in th...","Alms-giving held in Gangarama for Easter victims An alms-giving ceremony was held at the Gangarama temple in Colombo yesterday, commemorating the hundreds who died in th...",negative,-0.959902048
"Sri Lanka banks, finance companies ordered to cut deposit rates",4/29/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's Central Bank has ordered banks and finance companies to cut deposit rates, saying statutory reserve ratios h...","Sri Lanka banks, finance companies ordered to cut deposit rates Sri Lanka's Central Bank has ordered banks and finance companies to cut deposit rates, saying statutory reserve ratios h...",negative,-0.993288457
"Acting IGP appointed along with new CJ, AG and others",4/29/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena has appointed Senior Deputy Inspector General C. D. Wickramaratne as Acting Inspector Gen...,"Acting IGP appointed along with new CJ, AG and others President Maithripala Sirisena has appointed Senior Deputy Inspector General C. D. Wickramaratne as Acting Inspector Gen...",positive,0.992272615
Iran warns could shut Hormuz Strait if tensions grow,4/29/2019,International news,"Iran's top general warned Sunday Tehran could close the strategic Strait of Hormuz shipping route if it faces more ""host...","Iran warns could shut Hormuz Strait if tensions grow Iran's top general warned Sunday Tehran could close the strategic Strait of Hormuz shipping route if it faces more ""host...",negative,-0.997451365
What we know about the Sri Lanka bombers,4/29/2019,Defence,Sri Lanka's horrific Easter attacks that killed 253 people were orchestrated by a firebrand cleric who sought out young ...,What we know about the Sri Lanka bombers Sri Lanka's horrific Easter attacks that killed 253 people were orchestrated by a firebrand cleric who sought out young ...,negative,-0.991804361
Strong winds and heavy rain expected as ‘FANI’ intensifies,4/29/2019,Weather and Climate,Strong winds and heavy showers are expected all over the island today (29) and tomorrow as the cyclonic storm FANI (pron...,Strong winds and heavy rain expected as ‘FANI’ intensifies Strong winds and heavy showers are expected all over the island today (29) and tomorrow as the cyclonic storm FANI (pron...,positive,0.984833062
Two Ibrahim brothers arrested in Nawalapitiya,4/29/2019,Uncategorized,Two main suspects that wanted in connection with the Easter Sunday bombings were arrested in Nawalapitriya yesterday (28...,Two Ibrahim brothers arrested in Nawalapitiya Two main suspects that wanted in connection with the Easter Sunday bombings were arrested in Nawalapitriya yesterday (28...,negative,-0.960103989
President bans all face covers,4/29/2019,Uncategorized,"Any garment or item which obstructs the identification of a person’s face will be banned with effect from today (29), ...","President bans all face covers Any garment or item which obstructs the identification of a person’s face will be banned with effect from today (29), ...",negative,-0.99524647
"Curfew lifted in Sammanthurai, Kalmunai & Chawalakade",4/29/2019,Uncategorized,"Police curfew imposed in the Sammanthurai, Kalmunai and Chawalakade areas in the Eastern Province has been lifted as of ...","Curfew lifted in Sammanthurai, Kalmunai & Chawalakade Police curfew imposed in the Sammanthurai, Kalmunai and Chawalakade areas in the Eastern Province has been lifted as of ...",negative,-0.95659554
"Sri Lanka bans burqa, niqab face coverings under emergency law",4/28/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has banned face coverings, invoking emergency law his office said, effectivel...","Sri Lanka bans burqa, niqab face coverings under emergency law Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has banned face coverings, invoking emergency law his office said, effectivel...",positive,0.940913498
Sri Lanka police trace 2018 mystery killings to Islamist suicide group,4/28/2019,Defence,"Sri Lanka has uncovered evidence showing that two policemen killed in November 2018 and other crimes, following the arre...","Sri Lanka police trace 2018 mystery killings to Islamist suicide group Sri Lanka has uncovered evidence showing that two policemen killed in November 2018 and other crimes, following the arre...",negative,-0.66258198
Sri Lanka police find suicide bomber Zahran's wife and daughter,4/28/2019,Defence,Two injured persons extracted from a house in Eastern Sri Lanka where 15 people died were the wife and child of suicide ...,Sri Lanka police find suicide bomber Zahran's wife and daughter Two injured persons extracted from a house in Eastern Sri Lanka where 15 people died were the wife and child of suicide ...,negative,-0.990244627
Tears and troops on the streets as Sri Lanka mourns suicide bomb dead,4/28/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's churches remained shut Sunday forcing Christians to say prayers of grief in private over the Easter suicide ...,Tears and troops on the streets as Sri Lanka mourns suicide bomb dead Sri Lanka's churches remained shut Sunday forcing Christians to say prayers of grief in private over the Easter suicide ...,negative,-0.969702363
Sri Lanka's Dialog in relief fund for bombing victims; promises to match Rs100mn in donations,4/28/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata said it has set up a relief fund for kids and families affected by Easter Sunday bombings and ...,Sri Lanka's Dialog in relief fund for bombing victims; promises to match Rs100mn in donations Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata said it has set up a relief fund for kids and families affected by Easter Sunday bombings and ...,negative,-0.803346157
Sri Lanka parliament urged to pass law on foreign terror amid Syria link,4/28/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has urged parliament to speed up the enaction of law against terrorist a...,Sri Lanka parliament urged to pass law on foreign terror amid Syria link Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has urged parliament to speed up the enaction of law against terrorist a...,positive,0.9862113
Weeping but unbowed: Sri Lanka Catholics pray for Easter bombing victims,4/28/2019,Political News,"Church bells tolled mournfully at Colombo's devastated St Anthony's Shrine on Sunday, as scores of Christians wept but d...","Weeping but unbowed: Sri Lanka Catholics pray for Easter bombing victims Church bells tolled mournfully at Colombo's devastated St Anthony's Shrine on Sunday, as scores of Christians wept but d...",negative,-0.991949797
Sri Lanka leaders light candles as Archbishop celebrates diversity at Sunday Mass after bombing,4/28/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's leaders lit candles at Sunday mass conducted by Catholic Archbishop Malcolm Ranjith in a service that was ca...,Sri Lanka leaders light candles as Archbishop celebrates diversity at Sunday Mass after bombing Sri Lanka's leaders lit candles at Sunday mass conducted by Catholic Archbishop Malcolm Ranjith in a service that was ca...,negative,-0.980443418
Sri Lanka television carries live Sunday mass for Christians,4/28/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's television stations is carrying Sunday mass conducted by Catholic Archbishop Malcolm Ranjith, after fears th...","Sri Lanka television carries live Sunday mass for Christians Sri Lanka's television stations is carrying Sunday mass conducted by Catholic Archbishop Malcolm Ranjith, after fears th...",negative,-0.96869421
Islamic State says its fighters behind latest police clashes in Sri Lanka,4/28/2019,Defence,The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for three men who blew themselves up in clashes with Sri Lankan polic...,Islamic State says its fighters behind latest police clashes in Sri Lanka The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for three men who blew themselves up in clashes with Sri Lankan polic...,negative,-0.990696192
Easter Sunday Massacre happened because minorities don't matter,4/28/2019,Opinion,Officials had the information but did nothing to prevent attacks because minorities don't matter,Easter Sunday Massacre happened because minorities don't matter Officials had the information but did nothing to prevent attacks because minorities don't matter,negative,-0.993905246
"Sri Lanka bans Islamic groups, NTJ and JMI linked to Easter bombings",4/27/2019,Defence,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena had decided to ban two Muslim organizations linked to Easter Sunday bombings ...,"Sri Lanka bans Islamic groups, NTJ and JMI linked to Easter bombings Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena had decided to ban two Muslim organizations linked to Easter Sunday bombings ...",negative,-0.986494303
Sri Lanka bans NTJ and JMI,4/27/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka has banned the National Thawheed Jammath (NTJ) and Jamathei Millathu Ibraheem (JMI), a week after the devastat...","Sri Lanka bans NTJ and JMI Sri Lanka has banned the National Thawheed Jammath (NTJ) and Jamathei Millathu Ibraheem (JMI), a week after the devastat...",negative,-0.997274578
"US support for Sri Lanka temporary, limited to bombing probe: embassy",4/27/2019,Political News,Support from United States personnel to Sri Lanka is short term and is limited to supporting investigations into Easter ...,"US support for Sri Lanka temporary, limited to bombing probe: embassy Support from United States personnel to Sri Lanka is short term and is limited to supporting investigations into Easter ...",negative,-0.999295831
Sri Lankan man who confronted bomber at church door remembered,4/27/2019,Political News,Ramesh Raju has become a hero to the shell-shocked congregation of the Zion evangelical church in Batticaloa after he di...,Sri Lankan man who confronted bomber at church door remembered Ramesh Raju has become a hero to the shell-shocked congregation of the Zion evangelical church in Batticaloa after he di...,negative,-0.738545477
Twenty arrested over past 24 hours,4/27/2019,Uncategorized,Twenty suspects were arrested relating to the Easter Sunday bombing over a 24 hour period that ended ending this morning...,Twenty arrested over past 24 hours Twenty suspects were arrested relating to the Easter Sunday bombing over a 24 hour period that ended ending this morning...,negative,-0.961390078
15 dead in Sri Lanka shootout in hunt for Islamist bombers,4/27/2019,Defence,Fifteen people including six children had died in a shootout and explosions during an overnight raid on a suspected hide...,15 dead in Sri Lanka shootout in hunt for Islamist bombers Fifteen people including six children had died in a shootout and explosions during an overnight raid on a suspected hide...,negative,-0.984098017
At least 15 killed in Sri Lanka shootout,4/27/2019,Defence,At least 15 people had been killed in a shootout in Sri Lanka's east while security forces were raiding a suspected safe...,At least 15 killed in Sri Lanka shootout At least 15 people had been killed in a shootout in Sri Lanka's east while security forces were raiding a suspected safe...,negative,-0.989353299
Dutch to fly tourists home from Sri Lanka within days,4/27/2019,Business,"Hundreds of Dutch tourists will be flown home in the coming days from Sri Lanka in the wake of the Easter bombings, acco...","Dutch to fly tourists home from Sri Lanka within days Hundreds of Dutch tourists will be flown home in the coming days from Sri Lanka in the wake of the Easter bombings, acco...",positive,0.945173442
"TUI scraps trips to Sri Lanka, sends rescue plane",4/27/2019,Business,"TUI, and European travel firm said it will stop selling Sri Lanka, send a rescue plane to take off those who wanted to r...","TUI scraps trips to Sri Lanka, sends rescue plane TUI, and European travel firm said it will stop selling Sri Lanka, send a rescue plane to take off those who wanted to r...",negative,-0.998959184
US follows UK to tighten Sri Lanka advisory to all but essential travel,4/27/2019,Business,The United States has tightened its advice on Sri Lanka to 'all but essential travel' following as authorities hunt down...,US follows UK to tighten Sri Lanka advisory to all but essential travel The United States has tightened its advice on Sri Lanka to 'all but essential travel' following as authorities hunt down...,negative,-0.97599256
A Resignation of an Olympian,4/27/2019,Politics,Evil originates not in the absence of guilt. Evil originates in our effort to escape it. I cannot recall who said it. Bu...,A Resignation of an Olympian Evil originates not in the absence of guilt. Evil originates in our effort to escape it. I cannot recall who said it. Bu...,negative,-0.991373062
Fifteen dead in Kalmunai clash,4/27/2019,Uncategorized,"Combined Army, Special Task Force and Police teams are continuing search operations in the Kalmunai area where 15 people...","Fifteen dead in Kalmunai clash Combined Army, Special Task Force and Police teams are continuing search operations in the Kalmunai area where 15 people...",negative,-0.975019217
Bathiudeen denies any relationship with NTJ terrorists,4/27/2019,Politics,Minister Rishad Bathiudeen rejects allegations he has links to the terror groups.,Bathiudeen denies any relationship with NTJ terrorists Minister Rishad Bathiudeen rejects allegations he has links to the terror groups.,negative,-0.934586048
Shootout in Sri Lanka as police hunt Easter Islamist bombers,4/26/2019,Defence,Sri Lanka security forces who were hunting Islamist suicide bombers in Eastern Sri Lanka were shot at by an unidentified...,Shootout in Sri Lanka as police hunt Easter Islamist bombers Sri Lanka security forces who were hunting Islamist suicide bombers in Eastern Sri Lanka were shot at by an unidentified...,negative,-0.992924213
Sri Lanka able to meet foreign debt obligations 2019: Treasury secy,4/26/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is able to meet remaining foreign debt obligations in 2019, with most of the payments due for the year already...","Sri Lanka able to meet foreign debt obligations 2019: Treasury secy Sri Lanka is able to meet remaining foreign debt obligations in 2019, with most of the payments due for the year already...",positive,0.990714312
Police find suicide bomber video pledge hideout in Eastern Sri Lanka,4/26/2019,Defence,Sri Lanka's police say they have raided a hideout in Eastern Sri Lanka which could be where suicide bombers were shown m...,Police find suicide bomber video pledge hideout in Eastern Sri Lanka Sri Lanka's police say they have raided a hideout in Eastern Sri Lanka which could be where suicide bombers were shown m...,negative,-0.987178326
Jayantha Jayasuriya Sri Lanka’s new Chief Justice,4/26/2019,Legal,"ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lankan government's chief legal adviser, attorney general Jayantha Jayasuriya, has been app...","Jayantha Jayasuriya Sri Lanka’s new Chief Justice ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lankan government's chief legal adviser, attorney general Jayantha Jayasuriya, has been app...",negative,-0.966686189
Sri Lanka re-imposes curfew from 10.00 pm on Friday,4/26/2019,Defence,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s state information office said the government has re-imposed a curfew from 10.00 ...,Sri Lanka re-imposes curfew from 10.00 pm on Friday ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s state information office said the government has re-imposed a curfew from 10.00 ...,negative,-0.990099251
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilts edge up; stocks gain 0.26-pct",4/26/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee ended weaker at 175.25/50 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Friday, wh...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilts edge up; stocks gain 0.26-pct ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee ended weaker at 175.25/50 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Friday, wh...",negative,-0.997172296
US Millennium Challenge Corp approves US$480mn grant to Sri Lanka,4/26/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), a U.S. government aid agency, has approved a grant of 480 mill...","US Millennium Challenge Corp approves US$480mn grant to Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT - The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), a U.S. government aid agency, has approved a grant of 480 mill...",positive,0.829256833
Sri Lanka's Muslims hold subdued prayers amid tight security,4/26/2019,Political News,"Armed police and sniffer dogs guarded mosques in Sri Lanka as Muslims trickled to Friday prayers, with many staying away...","Sri Lanka's Muslims hold subdued prayers amid tight security Armed police and sniffer dogs guarded mosques in Sri Lanka as Muslims trickled to Friday prayers, with many staying away...",negative,-0.975929976
"Sri Lanka tourism may take 30 percent hit, but will bounce back: Mangala",4/26/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's tourism sector may take a 30 percent hit but will bounce back with security being tightened, Finance Ministe...","Sri Lanka tourism may take 30 percent hit, but will bounce back: Mangala Sri Lanka's tourism sector may take a 30 percent hit but will bounce back with security being tightened, Finance Ministe...",positive,0.839891195
"Sri Lanka has resources, fiscal space to meet Islamist bomb fallout: Fin Min",4/26/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka has resources to meet contingencies after Easter bombing  and the rupee has been one of the top performing cur...,"Sri Lanka has resources, fiscal space to meet Islamist bomb fallout: Fin Min Sri Lanka has resources to meet contingencies after Easter bombing  and the rupee has been one of the top performing cur...",positive,0.994465292
Country lost a billion dollars due to Easter attacks,4/26/2019,Politics,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesighe is saying that even though he was not properly informed about the situation regarding...,Country lost a billion dollars due to Easter attacks Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesighe is saying that even though he was not properly informed about the situation regarding...,negative,-0.999497175
Sri Lanka plans to round up IS-linked extremists in a short time: President,4/26/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka plans to round Islamist extremists numbering over 130 who carried out devastating bombings in Sri Lanka on Eas...,Sri Lanka plans to round up IS-linked extremists in a short time: President Sri Lanka plans to round Islamist extremists numbering over 130 who carried out devastating bombings in Sri Lanka on Eas...,negative,-0.988838315
Minister's brother detained and released,4/26/2019,Politics,Bathiudeen's brother detained at a checkpoint and released,Minister's brother detained and released Bathiudeen's brother detained at a checkpoint and released,negative,-0.818206668
President blames Human Rights activists for Easter attacks,4/26/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena took a swipe at “Human Rights” activists today saying they were responsible for the â...,President blames Human Rights activists for Easter attacks President Maithripala Sirisena took a swipe at “Human Rights” activists today saying they were responsible for the â...,negative,-0.994404912
Wanted Sri Lanka radical Zahran Hashim led hotel attack: president,4/26/2019,Defence,An Islamic extremist believed to have played a key role in Sri Lanka's deadly Easter bombings led an attack against a Co...,Wanted Sri Lanka radical Zahran Hashim led hotel attack: president An Islamic extremist believed to have played a key role in Sri Lanka's deadly Easter bombings led an attack against a Co...,negative,-0.991038084
Sri Lanka EPF member returns down to 9.54-pct in 2018,4/26/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's largest superannuation fund, the 2.3 trillion rupee Employees' Provident Fund beat most mutual...","Sri Lanka EPF member returns down to 9.54-pct in 2018 ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's largest superannuation fund, the 2.3 trillion rupee Employees' Provident Fund beat most mutual...",negative,-0.978539228
"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks open steady; bond yields up",4/26/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee opened steady at 175.00/50 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday...,"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks open steady; bond yields up ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee opened steady at 175.00/50 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday...",positive,0.801938057
Call for Sri Lanka education reforms after suicide bombings,4/26/2019,Political News,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera has called for radical education reforms  a...,Call for Sri Lanka education reforms after suicide bombings ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera has called for radical education reforms  a...,negative,-0.981499135
Tough measures against misinformation,4/26/2019,Uncategorized,The Police and security forces are taking strict legal action against those who circulate false information,Tough measures against misinformation The Police and security forces are taking strict legal action against those who circulate false information,negative,-0.824861169
"Sri Lanka says 40 foreigners killed in bombings, 14 missing",4/26/2019,Defence,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said 40 foreigners are now known to have died in Eas...,"Sri Lanka says 40 foreigners killed in bombings, 14 missing ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said 40 foreigners are now known to have died in Eas...",negative,-0.997721136
Sri Lanka govt pays Rs84bn in overdue payments,4/26/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Finance said the Treasury had paid 84.5 billion rupees in overdue pa...,Sri Lanka govt pays Rs84bn in overdue payments ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Finance said the Treasury had paid 84.5 billion rupees in overdue pa...,negative,-0.985459447
Sri Lanka blast toll revised down to 253 amid hunt for suspects,4/26/2019,Defence,"Authorities in Sri Lanka on Thursday lowered the death toll in a spate of Easter bombings by more than 100 to 253, admit...","Sri Lanka blast toll revised down to 253 amid hunt for suspects Authorities in Sri Lanka on Thursday lowered the death toll in a spate of Easter bombings by more than 100 to 253, admit...",negative,-0.995687544
Over 800 refugees stranded - activists,4/26/2019,Uncategorized,"Over 800 refugees have been left stranded following a tense situation in Negombo earlier this week, in the wake of the E...","Over 800 refugees stranded - activists Over 800 refugees have been left stranded following a tense situation in Negombo earlier this week, in the wake of the E...",negative,-0.987820148
Attorney General is new Chief Justice,4/26/2019,Politics,The Constitutional Council has appointed Attorney General Jayantha Jayasuriya as the new Chief Justice of Sri Lanka.,Attorney General is new Chief Justice The Constitutional Council has appointed Attorney General Jayantha Jayasuriya as the new Chief Justice of Sri Lanka.,positive,0.997667074
UK tightens travel advisory to Sri Lanka,4/26/2019,Business,United Kingdom has tightened a travel advisory to Sri Lanka saying telling citizens to avoid all but essential travel to...,UK tightens travel advisory to Sri Lanka United Kingdom has tightened a travel advisory to Sri Lanka saying telling citizens to avoid all but essential travel to...,negative,-0.953267694
Easter attacks may be due to anti-drugs campaign - President,4/26/2019,Uncategorized,President draws link between drugs campaign and Easter bombings,Easter attacks may be due to anti-drugs campaign - President President draws link between drugs campaign and Easter bombings,negative,-0.929212928
Party leaders want justice for victims,4/26/2019,Politics,Representatives from all the political parties who met with President Maithripala Sirisena yesterday vowed that all thos...,Party leaders want justice for victims Representatives from all the political parties who met with President Maithripala Sirisena yesterday vowed that all thos...,negative,-0.990395367
Death toll revised down to 253,4/26/2019,Uncategorized,A statement sent out on Thursday night by the Director General of Health Services Dr. Anil Jasinghe has revised the deat...,Death toll revised down to 253 A statement sent out on Thursday night by the Director General of Health Services Dr. Anil Jasinghe has revised the deat...,negative,-0.991696835
Sri Lanka Easter bombing deaths cut to 253 from 359,4/25/2019,Defence,Deaths from serial suicide bombings of churches and hotels on Easter Sunday by Islamists has been revised down to 253 Sr...,Sri Lanka Easter bombing deaths cut to 253 from 359 Deaths from serial suicide bombings of churches and hotels on Easter Sunday by Islamists has been revised down to 253 Sr...,negative,-0.998290122
Sri Lankans flock to retake terrorism insurance cover,4/25/2019,Finance,"Sri Lankan firms are rushing to re-subscribe to terrorism insurance covers following the Easter Sunday bombings, a top o...","Sri Lankans flock to retake terrorism insurance cover Sri Lankan firms are rushing to re-subscribe to terrorism insurance covers following the Easter Sunday bombings, a top o...",positive,0.994012415
Sri Lanka minister asks Muslims pray at home on Friday,4/25/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's minister for Muslim religious affairs has asked people not to attend Friday prayers at mosques after a serie...,Sri Lanka minister asks Muslims pray at home on Friday Sri Lanka's minister for Muslim religious affairs has asked people not to attend Friday prayers at mosques after a serie...,negative,-0.987040997
"U.S. envoy calls for unity in Sri Lanka, pledges support",4/25/2019,Defence,ECONOMYNEXT – U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka Alaina B. Teplitz called for unity in the wake of the Easter Sunday su...,"U.S. envoy calls for unity in Sri Lanka, pledges support ECONOMYNEXT – U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka Alaina B. Teplitz called for unity in the wake of the Easter Sunday su...",negative,-0.711709797
"Sri Lanka expects to grow 4.0-pct in 2019 despite credit, import collapse",4/25/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is expecting to grow 4.0 percent in 2019, up from 3.2 percent in 2018 the central bank said despite a severe c...","Sri Lanka expects to grow 4.0-pct in 2019 despite credit, import collapse Sri Lanka is expecting to grow 4.0 percent in 2019, up from 3.2 percent in 2018 the central bank said despite a severe c...",negative,-0.988936245
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.17-pct higher,4/25/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka stock closed 0.17 percent higher Thursday on buying interest in C T Holdings, Cargills an...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.17-pct higher ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka stock closed 0.17 percent higher Thursday on buying interest in C T Holdings, Cargills an...",negative,-0.990854263
Sri Lanka growth slowed to 3.2-pct in 2018: central bank,4/25/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s economic growth slowed to 3.2 percent in 2018 from 3.4 percent the previous year...,Sri Lanka growth slowed to 3.2-pct in 2018: central bank ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s economic growth slowed to 3.2 percent in 2018 from 3.4 percent the previous year...,negative,-0.998390198
Police release suspect photos - at least one disputed,4/25/2019,Uncategorized,Police has released a batch of pictures of suspects allegedly linked to the Easter Sunday bombings. The veracity of at l...,Police release suspect photos - at least one disputed Police has released a batch of pictures of suspects allegedly linked to the Easter Sunday bombings. The veracity of at l...,negative,-0.985004902
Sri Lanka halts free visa on arrival program after Easter blasts,4/25/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka has suspended a visa on arrival program which was to start on May 01, following Easter Sunday bombings, the mi...","Sri Lanka halts free visa on arrival program after Easter blasts Sri Lanka has suspended a visa on arrival program which was to start on May 01, following Easter Sunday bombings, the mi...",negative,-0.999011755
Defense Secretary quits,4/25/2019,Uncategorized,Hemasiri Fernando the Secretary to the Ministry of Defense has resigned and is the first casualty of the intelligence la...,Defense Secretary quits Hemasiri Fernando the Secretary to the Ministry of Defense has resigned and is the first casualty of the intelligence la...,negative,-0.998404443
Sri Lanka bans drones after suicide bombings,4/25/2019,Aviation,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s civil aviation authority has banned flying of pilotless aircraft including drone...,Sri Lanka bans drones after suicide bombings ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s civil aviation authority has banned flying of pilotless aircraft including drone...,negative,-0.993578911
Sri Lankans warned of temporary road closures in hunt for bombs,4/25/2019,Defence,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s police have announced that roads could be closed temporarily from time to time a...,Sri Lankans warned of temporary road closures in hunt for bombs ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s police have announced that roads could be closed temporarily from time to time a...,negative,-0.992505968
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weak, stocks flat",4/25/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 175.00/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields ea...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weak, stocks flat Sri Lanka’s rupee opened weaker at 175.00/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields ea...",negative,-0.999331117
International casualties from Easter Sunday explosions rise to 36,4/25/2019,Uncategorized,"Thirty six foreign nationals have been identified as killed at present from the Easter Sunday attacks, the Ministry of F...","International casualties from Easter Sunday explosions rise to 36 Thirty six foreign nationals have been identified as killed at present from the Easter Sunday attacks, the Ministry of F...",negative,-0.990862727
New emergency regulations cause for concern - experts,4/25/2019,Uncategorized,Constitutional and legal experts voice concern over some emergency regulations introduced in response to Sunday’s suic...,New emergency regulations cause for concern - experts Constitutional and legal experts voice concern over some emergency regulations introduced in response to Sunday’s suic...,positive,0.769770324
Sri Lanka Chevron unit March quarter net profit down 14-pct,4/25/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Chevron Lubricants Lanka said March 2019 quarter net profit fell 14 percent to 603 million rupees f...,Sri Lanka Chevron unit March quarter net profit down 14-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Chevron Lubricants Lanka said March 2019 quarter net profit fell 14 percent to 603 million rupees f...,negative,-0.999244809
CAA prohibits drones,4/25/2019,Uncategorized,"The use of drones and all unmanned aircraft within Sri Lankan airspace is prohibited, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA)...","CAA prohibits drones The use of drones and all unmanned aircraft within Sri Lankan airspace is prohibited, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA)...",negative,-0.967529535
Sri Lanka IMF deal set to resume in May; budget gets thumbs up,4/25/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's extended program with the International Monetary Fund is expected to go for board approval in May, an offici...","Sri Lanka IMF deal set to resume in May; budget gets thumbs up Sri Lanka's extended program with the International Monetary Fund is expected to go for board approval in May, an offici...",positive,0.970733583
China growth beats forecasts as economy shows signs of stability,4/25/2019,International news,China's economy expanded more than expected in the first three months of the year as government moves to kickstart growt...,China growth beats forecasts as economy shows signs of stability China's economy expanded more than expected in the first three months of the year as government moves to kickstart growt...,positive,0.991833687
Asian markets mostly down as global outlook tempers sentiment,4/25/2019,International news,"Asian markets stuttered Thursday after New York equities retreated from record highs, with weak economic data around the...","Asian markets mostly down as global outlook tempers sentiment Asian markets stuttered Thursday after New York equities retreated from record highs, with weak economic data around the...",negative,-0.999553859
"Sri Lanka expects more arrests, public asked to be vigilant",4/25/2019,Defence,Sri Lanka is expecting to make more arrests and bring security under control within the next two days after 350 people d...,"Sri Lanka expects more arrests, public asked to be vigilant Sri Lanka is expecting to make more arrests and bring security under control within the next two days after 350 people d...",negative,-0.992166638
Army troops deployed on search operations after police powers granted,4/25/2019,Uncategorized,Thousands of army officers and other ranks fanned across the country after Parliament passed emergency regulations confe...,Army troops deployed on search operations after police powers granted Thousands of army officers and other ranks fanned across the country after Parliament passed emergency regulations confe...,negative,-0.937154353
Panic in Badulla Hospital due to false alarm,4/25/2019,Uncategorized,Panic spread through the  Badulla General Hospital today (25) due to a false alarm.,Panic in Badulla Hospital due to false alarm Panic spread through the  Badulla General Hospital today (25) due to a false alarm.,negative,-0.99794215
Alleged extremist threat to Mosques with shrines,4/25/2019,Uncategorized,Security has been tightened around a number of mosques which contain shrines to Muslim Saints,Alleged extremist threat to Mosques with shrines Security has been tightened around a number of mosques which contain shrines to Muslim Saints,negative,-0.984268248
Sri Lanka admits 'major' lapse over deadly Islamist blasts,4/25/2019,Defence,"Sri Lanka's government on Wednesday acknowledged ""major"" lapses over its failure to prevent the horrific Easter attacks ...","Sri Lanka admits 'major' lapse over deadly Islamist blasts Sri Lanka's government on Wednesday acknowledged ""major"" lapses over its failure to prevent the horrific Easter attacks ...",negative,-0.997898817
IMF chief Lagarde expresses condolences for Sri Lanka attacks,4/25/2019,Political News,International Monetary Fund Managing Director Christine Lagarde has expressed her sorrow at co-ordinated attacks on chur...,IMF chief Lagarde expresses condolences for Sri Lanka attacks International Monetary Fund Managing Director Christine Lagarde has expressed her sorrow at co-ordinated attacks on chur...,positive,0.699173272
Minor explosion in Pugoda,4/25/2019,Uncategorized,A minor explosion was reported in Pugoda this morning.,Minor explosion in Pugoda A minor explosion was reported in Pugoda this morning.,negative,-0.975661635
Sri Lanka beefs up security around tourist sites,4/25/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's Tourism Development Ministry on Tuesday said that all major tourist sites remain open with tighter security ...,Sri Lanka beefs up security around tourist sites Sri Lanka's Tourism Development Ministry on Tuesday said that all major tourist sites remain open with tighter security ...,negative,-0.723445952
Sri Lanka economy strong enough to withstand bombings: Fin Min,4/24/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Easter Sunday’s Suicide bombings in Sri Lanka will affect tourism and could have short term ...,Sri Lanka economy strong enough to withstand bombings: Fin Min ECONOMYNEXT – Easter Sunday’s Suicide bombings in Sri Lanka will affect tourism and could have short term ...,negative,-0.741404057
Zahran Hashim: radical Islamist linked to Sri Lanka blasts,4/24/2019,Defence,"For years, Sri Lanka's Muslim community warned authorities about a firebrand cleric. Now it seems Zahran Hashim may have...","Zahran Hashim: radical Islamist linked to Sri Lanka blasts For years, Sri Lanka's Muslim community warned authorities about a firebrand cleric. Now it seems Zahran Hashim may have...",negative,-0.996865332
Sri Lanka curfew from 10.00 pm on Wednesday,4/24/2019,Defence,"ECONOMYNEXT - A curfew will be in effect from 10.00 pm tonight to 4.00 am tomorrow, the state information office said.","Sri Lanka curfew from 10.00 pm on Wednesday ECONOMYNEXT - A curfew will be in effect from 10.00 pm tonight to 4.00 am tomorrow, the state information office said.",positive,0.748556256
Sri Lanka's NITF to pay Rs.50mn advance to two bombed hotels,4/24/2019,Finance,Sri Lanka's state-owned National Insurance Trust Fund will pay 25 million rupees each in advance insurance claims to The...,Sri Lanka's NITF to pay Rs.50mn advance to two bombed hotels Sri Lanka's state-owned National Insurance Trust Fund will pay 25 million rupees each in advance insurance claims to The...,negative,-0.996913075
Sri Lanka 01-yr Treasury Bill yield steady at 9.91-pct,4/24/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's 01-year Treasury Bill yield remained steady at 9.91 percent at Wednesday’s auction whil...,Sri Lanka 01-yr Treasury Bill yield steady at 9.91-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's 01-year Treasury Bill yield remained steady at 9.91 percent at Wednesday’s auction whil...,negative,-0.685364425
Sri Lanka stocks recover from seven year low,4/24/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks recovered 0.20 percent on Wednesday from a seven year low, with trading centred on John Keells Holdin...","Sri Lanka stocks recover from seven year low Sri Lanka's stocks recovered 0.20 percent on Wednesday from a seven year low, with trading centred on John Keells Holdin...",negative,-0.990412772
Sri Lanka detains new suspects amid frantic hunt for bombers,4/24/2019,Defence,"Sri Lankan security forces detained 18 new suspects in the Easter bombings that killed more than 350 people, as the gove...","Sri Lanka detains new suspects amid frantic hunt for bombers Sri Lankan security forces detained 18 new suspects in the Easter bombings that killed more than 350 people, as the gove...",negative,-0.993655682
Sri Lanka probing Islamic State links to Easter bombers with foreign help,4/24/2019,Defence,Sri Lanka is probing possible links Easter Sunday bombers may have had with Islamic State radical group with the help of...,Sri Lanka probing Islamic State links to Easter bombers with foreign help Sri Lanka is probing possible links Easter Sunday bombers may have had with Islamic State radical group with the help of...,negative,-0.761033952
Fonseka blasts President and government for inaction,4/24/2019,Politics,"We were able to witness to the largest catastrophe our country has ever seen a couple of days ago,"" said Field Marshall ...","Fonseka blasts President and government for inaction We were able to witness to the largest catastrophe our country has ever seen a couple of days ago,"" said Field Marshall ...",negative,-0.980728149
OIC envoys call on Cardinal,4/24/2019,Uncategorized,Ambassadors representing the Organisation of the Islamic Conference in Colombo met with Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith today t...,OIC envoys call on Cardinal Ambassadors representing the Organisation of the Islamic Conference in Colombo met with Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith today t...,positive,0.894251168
"Sri Lanka Easter Day bombers were educated, well-off",4/24/2019,Political News,Islamist suicide bombers who killed more than 300 people in co-ordinated attacks on churches and hotels were well-educat...,"Sri Lanka Easter Day bombers were educated, well-off Islamist suicide bombers who killed more than 300 people in co-ordinated attacks on churches and hotels were well-educat...",positive,0.991329551
All-party conference tomorrow,4/24/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena has called for an all-party conference to be held tomorrow (25) to discuss the prevailing...,All-party conference tomorrow President Maithripala Sirisena has called for an all-party conference to be held tomorrow (25) to discuss the prevailing...,positive,0.97290647
President pays respects to deceased Police Inspector,4/24/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena today paid his respects to deceased Police Inspector W. M. Rohana Bandara who was killed ...,President pays respects to deceased Police Inspector President Maithripala Sirisena today paid his respects to deceased Police Inspector W. M. Rohana Bandara who was killed ...,positive,0.993419349
"Sri Lanka suicide bombings hit tourism earnings, raise borrowing risks: Fitch",4/24/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka will face heightened risks to its growth outlook and funding needs and lower tourism earn...,"Sri Lanka suicide bombings hit tourism earnings, raise borrowing risks: Fitch ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka will face heightened risks to its growth outlook and funding needs and lower tourism earn...",negative,-0.992509186
"Easter bombings ""single deadliest"" ISIS-linked attack globally - expert",4/24/2019,Uncategorized,ISIS expert says Easter bombings in Sri Lanka are the deadliest ISIS-linked attack in the world,"Easter bombings ""single deadliest"" ISIS-linked attack globally - expert ISIS expert says Easter bombings in Sri Lanka are the deadliest ISIS-linked attack in the world",negative,-0.968589544
Asian markets fluctuate as dealers brush off Wall St record,4/24/2019,International news,Asian markets fluctuated Wednesday following a record-breaking close on Wall Street that was fuelled by strong earnings ...,Asian markets fluctuate as dealers brush off Wall St record Asian markets fluctuated Wednesday following a record-breaking close on Wall Street that was fuelled by strong earnings ...,positive,0.999110281
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bonds market dull",4/24/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 174.70/00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields were st...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bonds market dull Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 174.70/00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields were st...",negative,-0.998570561
Sri Lanka's The Kingsbury hotel to reopen Wednesday following Easter bombings,4/24/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's luxury hotel The Kingsbury will be functional from Wednesday after the Easter Sunday bombings, the firm said...","Sri Lanka's The Kingsbury hotel to reopen Wednesday following Easter bombings Sri Lanka's luxury hotel The Kingsbury will be functional from Wednesday after the Easter Sunday bombings, the firm said...",positive,0.948681474
Over 100 Easter bombing victims still in hospital,4/24/2019,Uncategorized,More than 100 people who got injured during the Easter Sunday terrorist attacks in Sri Lanka are still receiving treatme...,Over 100 Easter bombing victims still in hospital More than 100 people who got injured during the Easter Sunday terrorist attacks in Sri Lanka are still receiving treatme...,positive,0.788115323
"Oil extend gains after Trump ban on Iran, US stocks lifted to records",4/24/2019,International news,Wall Street stocks surged to fresh records on Tuesday following a plethora of mostly good quarterly earnings that reinfo...,"Oil extend gains after Trump ban on Iran, US stocks lifted to records Wall Street stocks surged to fresh records on Tuesday following a plethora of mostly good quarterly earnings that reinfo...",positive,0.998469174
Sri Lanka to review social media block: PM,4/24/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka will review a ban on social media following an attack by Islamists on churches and hotels that killed more tha...,Sri Lanka to review social media block: PM Sri Lanka will review a ban on social media following an attack by Islamists on churches and hotels that killed more tha...,negative,-0.982176006
NZ PM says no intelligence SL bombings were in retaliation to Christchurch,4/24/2019,Uncategorized,New Zealand has no knowledge that Sri Lanka's Easter bombings were in retaliation to Christchurch shooting - PM Ardern,NZ PM says no intelligence SL bombings were in retaliation to Christchurch New Zealand has no knowledge that Sri Lanka's Easter bombings were in retaliation to Christchurch shooting - PM Ardern,negative,-0.997832239
Easter bombings not by NTJ proper but splinter group - State Defence Minister,4/24/2019,Uncategorized,"In an unexpected twist, State Defence Minister Ruwan Wijewardena said today that the Easter Sunday attacks were carried ...","Easter bombings not by NTJ proper but splinter group - State Defence Minister In an unexpected twist, State Defence Minister Ruwan Wijewardena said today that the Easter Sunday attacks were carried ...",positive,0.993850708
Islamic State group claims Sri Lanka bombings as relatives bury victims,4/24/2019,International news,The Islamic State group on Tuesday claimed responsibility for a devastating series of suicide attacks against churches a...,Islamic State group claims Sri Lanka bombings as relatives bury victims The Islamic State group on Tuesday claimed responsibility for a devastating series of suicide attacks against churches a...,negative,-0.995043635
Controlled explosion in Wellawatte,4/24/2019,Uncategorized,Police confirm that a controlled explosion was used to blast open the seat of a suspicious motorbike parked near the Sav...,Controlled explosion in Wellawatte Police confirm that a controlled explosion was used to blast open the seat of a suspicious motorbike parked near the Sav...,negative,-0.99344939
17 suspects arrested in raids overnight,4/24/2019,Uncategorized,The Police has apprehended 17 suspects last night (23) in relation to the Easter Sunday bombings.,17 suspects arrested in raids overnight The Police has apprehended 17 suspects last night (23) in relation to the Easter Sunday bombings.,negative,-0.727045178
Forty-five children killed in Easter Sunday attack – UNICEF,4/24/2019,Uncategorized,At least 45 children have been killed to date from the series of bomb blasts that hit churches and luxury hotels across ...,Forty-five children killed in Easter Sunday attack – UNICEF At least 45 children have been killed to date from the series of bomb blasts that hit churches and luxury hotels across ...,negative,-0.975124061
How did Opposition MPs attend the Security Council meeting?,4/24/2019,Politics,Officials are still at a loss to explain how four Opposition Members of Parliament attended a meeting of the National Se...,How did Opposition MPs attend the Security Council meeting? Officials are still at a loss to explain how four Opposition Members of Parliament attended a meeting of the National Se...,negative,-0.999738157
"Sri Lanka to restructure police, security force leadership: President",4/23/2019,Defence,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena said he will restructure the police and military over the next week after a s...,"Sri Lanka to restructure police, security force leadership: President Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena said he will restructure the police and military over the next week after a s...",negative,-0.986714065
Two Muslim brothers staged Sri Lanka hotel suicide attacks,4/23/2019,Defence,Muslim brothers from a wealthy Sri Lankan family plotted and carried out two of the Easter suicide blasts in Colombo tha...,Two Muslim brothers staged Sri Lanka hotel suicide attacks Muslim brothers from a wealthy Sri Lankan family plotted and carried out two of the Easter suicide blasts in Colombo tha...,negative,-0.990311384
Sri Lanka sleuths chasing Islamist bombers on the run: PM,4/23/2019,Defence,Investigators are going after members of an Islamist group that carried out deadly Easter Sunday bombings and identifyin...,Sri Lanka sleuths chasing Islamist bombers on the run: PM Investigators are going after members of an Islamist group that carried out deadly Easter Sunday bombings and identifyin...,negative,-0.984152198
"Sri Lanka bond yields, rupee steady after Easter terror",4/23/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed stable at 174.50/90 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields were stea...","Sri Lanka bond yields, rupee steady after Easter terror Sri Lanka's rupee closed stable at 174.50/90 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields were stea...",negative,-0.967214286
Sri Lanka Muslim civil society bodies condemn suicide bombings,4/23/2019,Defence,ECONOMYNEXT – Muslim civil society movements and associations in Sri Lanka Tuesday condemned Easter Sundayâ€â„...,Sri Lanka Muslim civil society bodies condemn suicide bombings ECONOMYNEXT – Muslim civil society movements and associations in Sri Lanka Tuesday condemned Easter Sundayâ€â„...,negative,-0.991296887
Sri Lanka to re-impose curfew for third night,4/23/2019,Defence,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government will re-impose an islandwide night-time police curfew from 9.00pm Tue...,Sri Lanka to re-impose curfew for third night ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government will re-impose an islandwide night-time police curfew from 9.00pm Tue...,negative,-0.995892525
Sirisena thunders heads will roll,4/23/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena is promising to take stern action against officials who has prior information about the E...,Sirisena thunders heads will roll President Maithripala Sirisena is promising to take stern action against officials who has prior information about the E...,positive,0.986747026
Islamic State claims responsibility for Sri Lanka attacks: Report,4/23/2019,Defence,"Islamic State (IS), a fundamentalist group, has claimed responsibility for the bombings in Sri Lanka which killed more t...","Islamic State claims responsibility for Sri Lanka attacks: Report Islamic State (IS), a fundamentalist group, has claimed responsibility for the bombings in Sri Lanka which killed more t...",negative,-0.98776871
Sri Lanka stocks in worst plunge in seven years after Easter Sunday bombings,4/23/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stock market closed 3.63 percent lower on Tuesday, the worst daily fall in seven years, following the Easter...","Sri Lanka stocks in worst plunge in seven years after Easter Sunday bombings Sri Lanka's stock market closed 3.63 percent lower on Tuesday, the worst daily fall in seven years, following the Easter...",negative,-0.999692559
Sri Lanka Easter bombings in retaliation to New Zealand attacks: Minister,4/23/2019,Defence,Sri Lanka Easter Sunday morning bombings were carried out by an Islamist organization in retaliation to attacks in New Z...,Sri Lanka Easter bombings in retaliation to New Zealand attacks: Minister Sri Lanka Easter Sunday morning bombings were carried out by an Islamist organization in retaliation to attacks in New Z...,negative,-0.99327302
Sri Lanka Islamist Easter bombers had links with JMI: Minister,4/23/2019,Defence,Islamist National Thowfeeth Jama'at group which had bombed churches and hotels which killed over 300 persons in Sri Lank...,Sri Lanka Islamist Easter bombers had links with JMI: Minister Islamist National Thowfeeth Jama'at group which had bombed churches and hotels which killed over 300 persons in Sri Lank...,negative,-0.995912075
Sri Lanka parliament under terror threat: Speaker,4/23/2019,Defence,"Security agencies had told that Sri Lanka's Parliament is under threat of attacks, Speaker Karu Jayasuriya said at the s...","Sri Lanka parliament under terror threat: Speaker Security agencies had told that Sri Lanka's Parliament is under threat of attacks, Speaker Karu Jayasuriya said at the s...",negative,-0.994869113
Sri Lanka Easter bombings part of global terror networks: PM,4/23/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka has entered into an era of global terror networks with Easter bombings Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe, to...","Sri Lanka Easter bombings part of global terror networks: PM Sri Lanka has entered into an era of global terror networks with Easter bombings Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe, to...",negative,-0.712342739
IS claims responsibility for Easter Sunday Massacre,4/23/2019,Uncategorized,The Islamic State is claiming that its organisation carried out the Easter Sunday attacks,IS claims responsibility for Easter Sunday Massacre The Islamic State is claiming that its organisation carried out the Easter Sunday attacks,negative,-0.996625066
Sri Lanka stocks plunge after Easter bombings,4/23/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stock market retreated 2.62 percent in the first hour of trading on Tuesday, after markets opened following ...","Sri Lanka stocks plunge after Easter bombings Sri Lanka's stock market retreated 2.62 percent in the first hour of trading on Tuesday, after markets opened following ...",negative,-0.997228563
Sri Lanka falls silent for victims of Islamist attack,4/23/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka began a day of national mourning Tuesday with three minutes of silence to honour more than 300 people killed i...,Sri Lanka falls silent for victims of Islamist attack Sri Lanka began a day of national mourning Tuesday with three minutes of silence to honour more than 300 people killed i...,negative,-0.988433301
Sri Lanka Islamist Easter bombers had links with JMI: Minister,4/23/2019,Uncategorized,State Defence Minister says Islamist National Thowfeeth Jama'at group which had bombed churches and hotels which killed ...,Sri Lanka Islamist Easter bombers had links with JMI: Minister State Defence Minister says Islamist National Thowfeeth Jama'at group which had bombed churches and hotels which killed ...,negative,-0.991048455
"Sri Lanka rupee opens wider, bond yields rise after Easter bombings",4/23/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened wider at 174.40/90 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields rose and w...","Sri Lanka rupee opens wider, bond yields rise after Easter bombings Sri Lanka's rupee opened wider at 174.40/90 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields rose and w...",positive,0.673133671
Two explosive-laden vehicles in Colombo,4/23/2019,Uncategorized,A letter purportedly written to the Chief of Security at the Colombo Harbour by the Officer in Charge at the Harbour Pol...,Two explosive-laden vehicles in Colombo A letter purportedly written to the Chief of Security at the Colombo Harbour by the Officer in Charge at the Harbour Pol...,negative,-0.994349658
Thirty five suspects arrested to date,4/23/2019,Uncategorized,"Thirty five suspects have been arrested in connection to the Easter Sunday attacks in Sri Lanka, a spokesperson of the P...","Thirty five suspects arrested to date Thirty five suspects have been arrested in connection to the Easter Sunday attacks in Sri Lanka, a spokesperson of the P...",negative,-0.744497001
Sri Lanka observes silence to respect victims,4/23/2019,Political News,Sri Lankans observed two minute silence to respect victims of the blasts from 8.30 am Tuesday.,Sri Lanka observes silence to respect victims Sri Lankans observed two minute silence to respect victims of the blasts from 8.30 am Tuesday.,negative,-0.90504837
President visits damaged church,4/23/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena this morning visited St Sebestian’s Church in Katuwapitiya where at least 62 people die...,President visits damaged church President Maithripala Sirisena this morning visited St Sebestian’s Church in Katuwapitiya where at least 62 people die...,negative,-0.976829112
Sri Lanka national inflation rises 2.9-pct in March,4/23/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's nationwide inflation picked up to 2.9 percent in the 12-months to March 2019 from 2.4 percent in February, t...","Sri Lanka national inflation rises 2.9-pct in March Sri Lanka's nationwide inflation picked up to 2.9 percent in the 12-months to March 2019 from 2.4 percent in February, t...",negative,-0.920678735
Army can prevent future attacks given authority - Army chief,4/23/2019,Politics,Army Commander Lt. General Mahesh Senanayake said on Monday (22) the Army had not been privy to the warnings on Sunday's...,Army can prevent future attacks given authority - Army chief Army Commander Lt. General Mahesh Senanayake said on Monday (22) the Army had not been privy to the warnings on Sunday's...,negative,-0.927833319
"Sri Lanka restricts parcels on buses, trains after suicide bombings",4/23/2019,Ground,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s public transport authorities said they will impose restrictions on carrying parc...,"Sri Lanka restricts parcels on buses, trains after suicide bombings ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s public transport authorities said they will impose restrictions on carrying parc...",negative,-0.986869752
"Interpol to help Sri Lanka probe foreign links, identify victims",4/23/2019,Legal,Paris-based INTERPOL will deploy a team who will help identify victims of Easter Sunday bombings which killed nearly 300...,"Interpol to help Sri Lanka probe foreign links, identify victims Paris-based INTERPOL will deploy a team who will help identify victims of Easter Sunday bombings which killed nearly 300...",positive,0.904247463
Thirty one foreigners killed in Sunday attacks,4/23/2019,Politics,"Thirty one foreign nationals have been identified as killed at present from the Easter Sunday terrorist attack, the Mini...","Thirty one foreigners killed in Sunday attacks Thirty one foreign nationals have been identified as killed at present from the Easter Sunday terrorist attack, the Mini...",negative,-0.989558041
Trump calls Sri Lanka PM to express condolences over attacks,4/23/2019,Legal,US President Donald Trump called Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe on Monday to express condolences over t...,Trump calls Sri Lanka PM to express condolences over attacks US President Donald Trump called Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe on Monday to express condolences over t...,positive,0.751169622
Government kept out of the loop - Rajitha,4/23/2019,Politics,Tensions between President Maithripala Sirisena and the Government emerged at a press conference addressed by several Ca...,Government kept out of the loop - Rajitha Tensions between President Maithripala Sirisena and the Government emerged at a press conference addressed by several Ca...,negative,-0.944954097
"Sri Lanka Easter bombings kill 31 foreigners, 14 missing",4/23/2019,Legal,"Eight Indians, six Britons and another two holding US dual passports, two each from Australia, China and Turkey are amon...","Sri Lanka Easter bombings kill 31 foreigners, 14 missing Eight Indians, six Britons and another two holding US dual passports, two each from Australia, China and Turkey are amon...",negative,-0.997896671
Sri Lanka to probe international links of Easter bombers,4/23/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka will seek international help to probe foreign links of Islamists who were blamed for bombing churches and hote...,Sri Lanka to probe international links of Easter bombers Sri Lanka will seek international help to probe foreign links of Islamists who were blamed for bombing churches and hote...,negative,-0.798152864
The death toll from the Easter Sunday massacre rises to 328,4/23/2019,Uncategorized,The death toll from the Easter Sunday terrorist attacks in Sri Lanka has soared to 310,The death toll from the Easter Sunday massacre rises to 328 The death toll from the Easter Sunday terrorist attacks in Sri Lanka has soared to 310,positive,0.888135076
Sri Lanka names radical organization behind Easter bombings,4/22/2019,Political News,A radicalized organization calling itself National Thowfeeth Jama'th (NTJ) already tracked by domestic and foreign intel...,Sri Lanka names radical organization behind Easter bombings A radicalized organization calling itself National Thowfeeth Jama'th (NTJ) already tracked by domestic and foreign intel...,negative,-0.994817197
Sri Lanka stock market reopens Tuesday,4/22/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's stock market will reopen Tuesday, 23 April, after being closed Monday following Sunday’...","Sri Lanka stock market reopens Tuesday ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's stock market will reopen Tuesday, 23 April, after being closed Monday following Sunday’...",positive,0.55530864
"Thousands of tourists cut short visits to Sri Lanka, new bookings fall",4/22/2019,Business,"Thousands of tourists visiting Sri Lanka are cutting short their holiday plans and going back home, while forward bookin...","Thousands of tourists cut short visits to Sri Lanka, new bookings fall Thousands of tourists visiting Sri Lanka are cutting short their holiday plans and going back home, while forward bookin...",negative,-0.979792833
Denmark billionaire Asos owner loses three kids in Sri Lanka attacks,4/22/2019,Legal,"Anders Holch Povlsen, 46, is Denmark’s wealthiest man worth 7.9 billion dollars had lost three of his four childr...","Denmark billionaire Asos owner loses three kids in Sri Lanka attacks Anders Holch Povlsen, 46, is Denmark’s wealthiest man worth 7.9 billion dollars had lost three of his four childr...",negative,-0.988110542
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields rise",4/22/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 174.50/70 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bond yields rose on se...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields rise Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 174.50/70 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bond yields rose on se...",negative,-0.992437184
Sri Lanka bomber had been arrested and released before,4/22/2019,Legal,At least one suicide bomber involve in Easter bombings that killed nearly 300 people in Sri Lanka had been arrested by p...,Sri Lanka bomber had been arrested and released before At least one suicide bomber involve in Easter bombings that killed nearly 300 people in Sri Lanka had been arrested by p...,negative,-0.979057074
Sri Lanka finds vehicle bomb in capital,4/22/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka has defused a bomb left in a vehicle not far from a church where a radical group set off a bomb on Easter Sund...,Sri Lanka finds vehicle bomb in capital Sri Lanka has defused a bomb left in a vehicle not far from a church where a radical group set off a bomb on Easter Sund...,negative,-0.991987705
Defence Secretary on Easter attacks - video,4/22/2019,Politics,Defence Secretary Hemasiri Fernando today said the FBI and Interpol are assisting state authorities with the investigati...,Defence Secretary on Easter attacks - video Defence Secretary Hemasiri Fernando today said the FBI and Interpol are assisting state authorities with the investigati...,negative,-0.940958798
Sri Lanka’s February trade gap narrows to 5-yr low,4/22/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s monthly trade deficit narrowed to 451 million US dollars in February 2019, the l...","Sri Lanka’s February trade gap narrows to 5-yr low ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s monthly trade deficit narrowed to 451 million US dollars in February 2019, the l...",negative,-0.994643927
Sri Lanka working to put tourism back on track: minister,4/22/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka is working to return the tourism industry to normalcy following the Easter Sunday bombings, the country's Tour...","Sri Lanka working to put tourism back on track: minister Sri Lanka is working to return the tourism industry to normalcy following the Easter Sunday bombings, the country's Tour...",negative,-0.529888988
Sri Lanka to invoke emergency laws to deal with Easter bombers,4/22/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka will invoke provision in emergency laws to battle radical group responsible for a series of bombings that left...,Sri Lanka to invoke emergency laws to deal with Easter bombers Sri Lanka will invoke provision in emergency laws to battle radical group responsible for a series of bombings that left...,negative,-0.938823342
Sri Lanka’s Shangri-La hotel in Colombo closed,4/22/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – Shangri-La International Hotel Management Ltd. said its hotel in Sri Lanka’s capital Colombo...,Sri Lanka’s Shangri-La hotel in Colombo closed ECONOMYNEXT – Shangri-La International Hotel Management Ltd. said its hotel in Sri Lanka’s capital Colombo...,negative,-0.986141324
Sri Lanka to re-impose night curfew after suicide bombings,4/22/2019,Defence,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government will re-impose an islandwide night-time police curfew from 8.00pm Mon...,Sri Lanka to re-impose night curfew after suicide bombings ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government will re-impose an islandwide night-time police curfew from 8.00pm Mon...,negative,-0.990984678
"Sri Lanka rupee weakens on low volumes, markets calm after Easter carnage",4/22/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka markets were calm Monday following the carnage on Easter Sunday with the rupee weakening to 174.75/85 rupees a...,"Sri Lanka rupee weakens on low volumes, markets calm after Easter carnage Sri Lanka markets were calm Monday following the carnage on Easter Sunday with the rupee weakening to 174.75/85 rupees a...",negative,-0.998445094
Mali hopes to cotton on to added value,4/22/2019,International news,"SIBY, Mali | AFP | For five months straight the farm hands in the Malian village of Siby walk out together to the cotton...","Mali hopes to cotton on to added value SIBY, Mali | AFP | For five months straight the farm hands in the Malian village of Siby walk out together to the cotton...",negative,-0.994353056
'Where is God?': Sri Lankans stunned after deadly blasts,4/22/2019,Defence,"Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | Monday - As Shantha Prasad carried children wounded in Sri Lanka's deadly attacks into a Colo...","'Where is God?': Sri Lankans stunned after deadly blasts Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | Monday - As Shantha Prasad carried children wounded in Sri Lanka's deadly attacks into a Colo...",negative,-0.995719731
President appoints committee to probe Easter Sunday blasts,4/22/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena has appointed a three member committee to look into the Easter Sunday terror attacks.,President appoints committee to probe Easter Sunday blasts President Maithripala Sirisena has appointed a three member committee to look into the Easter Sunday terror attacks.,positive,0.811460078
"FBI, Interpol to assist in investigations - Def Secy",4/22/2019,Uncategorized,"Defence Secretary Hemasiri Fernando says FBI, Interpol and Australian Police assistance will be received in Easter Sunda...","FBI, Interpol to assist in investigations - Def Secy Defence Secretary Hemasiri Fernando says FBI, Interpol and Australian Police assistance will be received in Easter Sunda...",negative,-0.539976418
"Sri Lanka suicide bombings intelligence identified churches, Indian embassy as targets",4/22/2019,Defence,ECONOMYNEXT – An intelligence alert about planned suicide bombing by Islamic extremists in Sri Lanka was issued j...,"Sri Lanka suicide bombings intelligence identified churches, Indian embassy as targets ECONOMYNEXT – An intelligence alert about planned suicide bombing by Islamic extremists in Sri Lanka was issued j...",negative,-0.992002726
Security Clampdown as Emergency Regulations invoked,4/22/2019,Politics,"Emergency Regulations pertaining to the suppression of terrorism will be brought into force at midnight tonight, a press...","Security Clampdown as Emergency Regulations invoked Emergency Regulations pertaining to the suppression of terrorism will be brought into force at midnight tonight, a press...",negative,-0.990183175
Police Chief Must Go - Rajitha,4/22/2019,Politics,The Government is demanding that Inspector General of Police Pujith Jayasundera step down or be removed because he did n...,Police Chief Must Go - Rajitha The Government is demanding that Inspector General of Police Pujith Jayasundera step down or be removed because he did n...,negative,-0.987468839
"Sri Lanka Easter bombings kill 290, 24 arrested",4/22/2019,Legal,Easter Sunday bombings at several churches and hotels in Sri Lanka by suspected extremists have killed over 290 persons ...,"Sri Lanka Easter bombings kill 290, 24 arrested Easter Sunday bombings at several churches and hotels in Sri Lanka by suspected extremists have killed over 290 persons ...",negative,-0.990961492
"Sri Lanka business lobbies condemn bombings, call for unity",4/22/2019,Defence,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s main business lobbies have condemned Easter Sunday’s bomb attacks which k...,"Sri Lanka business lobbies condemn bombings, call for unity ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s main business lobbies have condemned Easter Sunday’s bomb attacks which k...",negative,-0.986486912
Sri Lanka bombings put Christians on frontline of religious divides,4/22/2019,International news,The Easter Sunday attacks on three churches in Sri Lanka mark a devastating escalation of violence against a Christian m...,Sri Lanka bombings put Christians on frontline of religious divides The Easter Sunday attacks on three churches in Sri Lanka mark a devastating escalation of violence against a Christian m...,negative,-0.992509723
Sri Lanka lifts curfew on Monday after Easter bombings,4/22/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka has lifted a curfew with immediate effect Police Spokesman Ruwan Gunasekera said Monday morning.,Sri Lanka lifts curfew on Monday after Easter bombings Sri Lanka has lifted a curfew with immediate effect Police Spokesman Ruwan Gunasekera said Monday morning.,positive,0.788563371
"'Horrific', 'cruel', 'sad': World leaders react to Sri Lanka blasts",4/22/2019,International news,"Religious and world leaders have condemned a series of blasts in Sri Lanka that killed more than 200 people on Sunday, i...","'Horrific', 'cruel', 'sad': World leaders react to Sri Lanka blasts Religious and world leaders have condemned a series of blasts in Sri Lanka that killed more than 200 people on Sunday, i...",negative,-0.996411979
Sri Lanka stock market opening time to be announced,4/22/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stock market will not open at the regular time Monday April 22, due to curfew being declared overnight, the ...","Sri Lanka stock market opening time to be announced Sri Lanka's stock market will not open at the regular time Monday April 22, due to curfew being declared overnight, the ...",negative,-0.999370396
Improvised bomb found near Sri Lanka airport,4/22/2019,Defence,An improvised explosive device found on an approach road to Sri Lanka main airport north of Colombo had been safety defu...,Improvised bomb found near Sri Lanka airport An improvised explosive device found on an approach road to Sri Lanka main airport north of Colombo had been safety defu...,negative,-0.995581329
Sri Lanka had prior information on impending attacks: PM,4/21/2019,Defence,"Sri Lanka had prior information on the possibility of an attack but he and the cabinet had not been adequately informed,...","Sri Lanka had prior information on impending attacks: PM Sri Lanka had prior information on the possibility of an attack but he and the cabinet had not been adequately informed,...",negative,-0.999085426
Sri Lanka arrests 13 after Easter blasts kill over 200,4/21/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka has arrested 13 suspects over bombings on Easter Sunday that killed over 200 persons and injured more than 450...,Sri Lanka arrests 13 after Easter blasts kill over 200 Sri Lanka has arrested 13 suspects over bombings on Easter Sunday that killed over 200 persons and injured more than 450...,negative,-0.95203048
Hotline for foreigners seeking information on Sri Lanka Easter blasts,4/21/2019,International news,Sri Lanka's foreign ministry has opened a hotline for foreigners seeking information on their loved ones who were involv...,Hotline for foreigners seeking information on Sri Lanka Easter blasts Sri Lanka's foreign ministry has opened a hotline for foreigners seeking information on their loved ones who were involv...,positive,0.910523057
Several Americans killed in Sri Lanka attacks: Pompeo,4/21/2019,Political News,Several Americans were among the more than 200 people killed Sunday in a series of bombings of hotels and churches in Sr...,Several Americans killed in Sri Lanka attacks: Pompeo Several Americans were among the more than 200 people killed Sunday in a series of bombings of hotels and churches in Sr...,negative,-0.980959356
Pope Francis says Sri Lanka Easter Sunday attacks have sown grief and sorrow,4/21/2019,Political News,Pope Francis has expressed sorrow at the Easter Sunday bombings in Sri Lanka that left at least 207 dead.,Pope Francis says Sri Lanka Easter Sunday attacks have sown grief and sorrow Pope Francis has expressed sorrow at the Easter Sunday bombings in Sri Lanka that left at least 207 dead.,positive,0.8814767
World leaders condemn Sri Lanka Easter bombings,4/21/2019,Political News,UN's Secretary General and World leaders have condemned Easter Sunday blasts which killed over 200 persons including wor...,World leaders condemn Sri Lanka Easter bombings UN's Secretary General and World leaders have condemned Easter Sunday blasts which killed over 200 persons including wor...,negative,-0.984022319
Sri Lanka Easter bombings death toll rises to 207,4/21/2019,Political News,"The death toll from a series of blasts across Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday has risen to 207, while 450 are injured, Police...","Sri Lanka Easter bombings death toll rises to 207 The death toll from a series of blasts across Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday has risen to 207, while 450 are injured, Police...",negative,-0.951449633
Up to 30 possible foreign deaths from Sri Lanka blasts,4/21/2019,Political News,"Around 30 foreigners may have died in the blasts across Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday, a top official said.","Up to 30 possible foreign deaths from Sri Lanka blasts Around 30 foreigners may have died in the blasts across Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday, a top official said.",negative,-0.961880386
Some Sri Lanka Easter Sunday blasts suicide attacks: minister,4/21/2019,Political News,"Some of the blasts across Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday were suicide bombings, State Minister for Defence Ruwan Wijewardena...","Some Sri Lanka Easter Sunday blasts suicide attacks: minister Some of the blasts across Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday were suicide bombings, State Minister for Defence Ruwan Wijewardena...",negative,-0.989191711
"PM concedes info received beforehand, but he and Ministers not briefed",4/21/2019,Politics,"In a surprising turn of events, Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe conceded on national television that State authoriti...","PM concedes info received beforehand, but he and Ministers not briefed In a surprising turn of events, Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe conceded on national television that State authoriti...",negative,-0.981842041
"Sri Lanka blocks social media after Church, hotel blasts",4/21/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka has blocked social media platforms including whatsapp and viber after blasts at Catholic Churches in three loc...,"Sri Lanka blocks social media after Church, hotel blasts Sri Lanka has blocked social media platforms including whatsapp and viber after blasts at Catholic Churches in three loc...",negative,-0.998691738
Sri Lanka declares curfew as blasts rock capital,4/21/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka has declared a dusk to dawn curfew as two more explosions were reported mid-day after six explosion in the mor...,Sri Lanka declares curfew as blasts rock capital Sri Lanka has declared a dusk to dawn curfew as two more explosions were reported mid-day after six explosion in the mor...,negative,-0.983593404
"Sri Lanka economy, tourism to take a hit from blasts: PM",4/21/2019,Legal,"Attacks on three Christian churches and three hotels in Sri Lanka will hurt the economy and tourism, and law enforcement...","Sri Lanka economy, tourism to take a hit from blasts: PM Attacks on three Christian churches and three hotels in Sri Lanka will hurt the economy and tourism, and law enforcement...",negative,-0.999388576
Police arrest suspects in blast investigation,4/21/2019,Politics,"The death toll in the Easter Sunday Massacre has risen to 207 people, the Ministry of Defense said a short while ago.","Police arrest suspects in blast investigation The death toll in the Easter Sunday Massacre has risen to 207 people, the Ministry of Defense said a short while ago.",negative,-0.988227665
Suicide bombers behind some attacks - Minister,4/21/2019,Politics,"Some of the blasts across Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday were suicide bombings, State Minister for Defence Ruwan Wijewardena...","Suicide bombers behind some attacks - Minister Some of the blasts across Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday were suicide bombings, State Minister for Defence Ruwan Wijewardena...",negative,-0.983247578
"Sri Lanka blasts kill 138, over 400 injured",4/21/2019,Political News,"Explosions across Sri Lanka have left 138, including 9 foreigners dead, and hundreds injured, a Health Ministry official...","Sri Lanka blasts kill 138, over 400 injured Explosions across Sri Lanka have left 138, including 9 foreigners dead, and hundreds injured, a Health Ministry official...",negative,-0.972725749
Security beefed up at Sri Lanka's Colombo airport,4/21/2019,Aviation,Security at Sri Lanka's main airport in Katunayake has been heightened following a series of explosions across the count...,Security beefed up at Sri Lanka's Colombo airport Security at Sri Lanka's main airport in Katunayake has been heightened following a series of explosions across the count...,positive,0.982416153
Dozens killed in Sri Lanka explosions,4/21/2019,Political News,"Six explosions across Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday have left over 100 injured and dozens dead, media reports said.","Dozens killed in Sri Lanka explosions Six explosions across Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday have left over 100 injured and dozens dead, media reports said.",negative,-0.990115523
"Sri Lanka President urges calm, orders investigations into explosions",4/21/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena asked citizens to remain calm and not fall victim to rumours or fake news fol...,"Sri Lanka President urges calm, orders investigations into explosions Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena asked citizens to remain calm and not fall victim to rumours or fake news fol...",positive,0.952911317
Sri Lanka minister urges calm following explosions,4/21/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's Economic Policy and Public Distribution Minister Harsha de Silva urged citizens to remain calm Sunday mornin...,Sri Lanka minister urges calm following explosions Sri Lanka's Economic Policy and Public Distribution Minister Harsha de Silva urged citizens to remain calm Sunday mornin...,negative,-0.987114549
Explosions in Sri Lanka on Easter day leaves dozens injured,4/21/2019,Political News,"Explosions at churches and hotel in Sri Lanka has left dozens of people injured, reports said.","Explosions in Sri Lanka on Easter day leaves dozens injured Explosions at churches and hotel in Sri Lanka has left dozens of people injured, reports said.",negative,-0.989552855
FAA sets multi-nation review of Boeing's troubled Max planes,4/21/2019,International news,The US Federal Aviation Administration is planning what it calls a comprehensive multi-nation review of the control syst...,FAA sets multi-nation review of Boeing's troubled Max planes The US Federal Aviation Administration is planning what it calls a comprehensive multi-nation review of the control syst...,positive,0.959288299
Multiple blasts rock Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday,4/21/2019,Uncategorized,"Five explosions rocked Sri Lanka in the early hours of Easter Sunday, three of which had targeted Christian Churches.","Multiple blasts rock Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday Five explosions rocked Sri Lanka in the early hours of Easter Sunday, three of which had targeted Christian Churches.",positive,0.792468607
Pope leads Good Friday procession highlighting modern-day slaves' plight,4/20/2019,International news,"Pope Francis on Friday led the traditional Easter week ""Way of the Cross"" procession in Rome, which was this year took t...","Pope leads Good Friday procession highlighting modern-day slaves' plight Pope Francis on Friday led the traditional Easter week ""Way of the Cross"" procession in Rome, which was this year took t...",negative,-0.594955385
Indian extradited to US from Singapore in call center fraud,4/20/2019,International news,Singapore has extradited an Indian national to the United States to face charges in a call center fraud that scammed mil...,Indian extradited to US from Singapore in call center fraud Singapore has extradited an Indian national to the United States to face charges in a call center fraud that scammed mil...,negative,-0.997636914
Sri Lanka's NTB to get IFC backed US$50mn syndicated loan,4/20/2019,Banking,Washington-based International Finance Corporation said it is planning to syndicate a 50 million US dollar loan for Sri ...,Sri Lanka's NTB to get IFC backed US$50mn syndicated loan Washington-based International Finance Corporation said it is planning to syndicate a 50 million US dollar loan for Sri ...,negative,-0.990241468
Malaysia revives massive China-backed project,4/19/2019,International news,"Malaysia will revive a $34 billion Chinese-backed transport and property development that was abandoned in 2017, the pri...","Malaysia revives massive China-backed project Malaysia will revive a $34 billion Chinese-backed transport and property development that was abandoned in 2017, the pri...",positive,0.992250621
Sri Lanka's Ceylex Engineering wins Rs2.7bn transmission line deal,4/19/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka's Ceylex Engineering, a privately owned power engineering firm has won a 2,708 million rupee deal to build tra...","Sri Lanka's Ceylex Engineering wins Rs2.7bn transmission line deal Sri Lanka's Ceylex Engineering, a privately owned power engineering firm has won a 2,708 million rupee deal to build tra...",positive,0.995970607
Silent protest held in Colombo over threat to religious freedom,4/19/2019,Politics,Several hundred people staged a silent protest calling for the freedom of worship in Sri Lanka near the Methodist Church...,Silent protest held in Colombo over threat to religious freedom Several hundred people staged a silent protest calling for the freedom of worship in Sri Lanka near the Methodist Church...,negative,-0.984866321
Expressways earn Rs.320 million in the festive season,4/19/2019,Economy,"Sri Lankan expressways generated an income of Rs.320 million during the last 12 days, the Road Development Authority (RD...","Expressways earn Rs.320 million in the festive season Sri Lankan expressways generated an income of Rs.320 million during the last 12 days, the Road Development Authority (RD...",positive,0.990710557
"Toyota, SoftBank Vision Fund in $1bn Uber investment",4/19/2019,International news,Japanese car giant Toyota and investment fund Softbank Vision Fund on Friday unveiled an investment of $1 billion in US ...,"Toyota, SoftBank Vision Fund in $1bn Uber investment Japanese car giant Toyota and investment fund Softbank Vision Fund on Friday unveiled an investment of $1 billion in US ...",positive,0.973371744
Sri Lanka's East West Properties says Rs3bn inflow from hotel sale,4/19/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's East West Properties Limited, said it has received about 3.0 billion rupees in cash from the sale of a hotel...","Sri Lanka's East West Properties says Rs3bn inflow from hotel sale Sri Lanka's East West Properties Limited, said it has received about 3.0 billion rupees in cash from the sale of a hotel...",negative,-0.985250473
Methodists call for silent protest over Anuradhapura incident,4/19/2019,Politics,The Methodist Church is calling for a silent protest over attacks on its church in Anuradhapura,Methodists call for silent protest over Anuradhapura incident The Methodist Church is calling for a silent protest over attacks on its church in Anuradhapura,negative,-0.978638232
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields ease",4/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed at 174.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields eased, dealers ...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields ease Sri Lanka's rupee closed at 174.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields eased, dealers ...",negative,-0.984481335
"Sri Lanka stocks gain 0.05-pct, buying on CTC",4/18/2019,Markets,"Stocks at Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange closed 0.05 percent higher on Thursday, with buying on tobacco stock, provi...","Sri Lanka stocks gain 0.05-pct, buying on CTC Stocks at Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange closed 0.05 percent higher on Thursday, with buying on tobacco stock, provi...",negative,-0.982196927
"Sri Lanka calls for PPPs, international cooperation to reach UN goals",4/18/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera called for public private partnerships (PPPs) and international coopera...,"Sri Lanka calls for PPPs, international cooperation to reach UN goals Sri Lanka's Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera called for public private partnerships (PPPs) and international coopera...",positive,0.645464718
"Solar industry proposes own long-term generation plan, promises to save Rs. 266 billion",4/18/2019,Economy,"Solar Industries Association to propose its own long-term generation plan, projected to save Rs. 266 billion and add 3,1...","Solar industry proposes own long-term generation plan, promises to save Rs. 266 billion Solar Industries Association to propose its own long-term generation plan, projected to save Rs. 266 billion and add 3,1...",negative,-0.964900434
Nadeemal Perera leaves CID after giving a statement,4/18/2019,Uncategorized,Famous singer Amal Perera's son Nadeemal Perera was questioned by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) today (18)...,Nadeemal Perera leaves CID after giving a statement Famous singer Amal Perera's son Nadeemal Perera was questioned by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) today (18)...,negative,-0.994406939
Bishop accuses SLPP Councilor of leading attack on Church,4/18/2019,Politics,The Methodist Church in Sri Lanka is accusing a SLPP Member of the Anuradhapura Municipal Council of leading repeated at...,Bishop accuses SLPP Councilor of leading attack on Church The Methodist Church in Sri Lanka is accusing a SLPP Member of the Anuradhapura Municipal Council of leading repeated at...,negative,-0.995259106
Amazon to pull plug on China retail operations: report,4/18/2019,International news,"Amazon is planning to close down online retail operations catering to consumers in China, in an apparent admission of de...","Amazon to pull plug on China retail operations: report Amazon is planning to close down online retail operations catering to consumers in China, in an apparent admission of de...",negative,-0.998501062
Sri Lanka rupee collapses as gold imports end,4/18/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's rupee started to collapse rapidly from around April 2018 as soon as legal gold imports ended, official data ...","Sri Lanka rupee collapses as gold imports end Sri Lanka's rupee started to collapse rapidly from around April 2018 as soon as legal gold imports ended, official data ...",negative,-0.999607623
Sri Lankan squad for Cricket World Cup 2019 announced,4/18/2019,Sports,The national squad for the Cricket World Cup 2019 was announced by Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) Head of Selection Asantha De ...,Sri Lankan squad for Cricket World Cup 2019 announced The national squad for the Cricket World Cup 2019 was announced by Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) Head of Selection Asantha De ...,positive,0.983867526
Reconciliation and sustainable dev in SL: UN to continue support - Secy Gen,4/18/2019,Uncategorized,United Nations Secretary General António Guterres has assured Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera of continued support...,Reconciliation and sustainable dev in SL: UN to continue support - Secy Gen United Nations Secretary General António Guterres has assured Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera of continued support...,positive,0.99933356
Sri Lanka's NDB Bank gets new chief,4/18/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's listed National Development Bank Plc appointed a new Chairman in Kavantissa Ratnayaka with effect from 17 Ap...,Sri Lanka's NDB Bank gets new chief Sri Lanka's listed National Development Bank Plc appointed a new Chairman in Kavantissa Ratnayaka with effect from 17 Ap...,positive,0.966098249
Asian markets down as global rally takes a break,4/18/2019,International news,"Asian markets fell Thursday as investors in most countries wound down going into the long Easter break, with positive co...","Asian markets down as global rally takes a break Asian markets fell Thursday as investors in most countries wound down going into the long Easter break, with positive co...",positive,0.841157675
PM meets Methodist Bishop over Anuradhapura attack,4/18/2019,Politics,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and relevant officials will met the President Bishop of the Methodist church Rev. As...,PM meets Methodist Bishop over Anuradhapura attack Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and relevant officials will met the President Bishop of the Methodist church Rev. As...,positive,0.996138275
Mangala calls for int'l support in dealing with climate change,4/18/2019,Politics,Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera is calling on the international community to help countries like Sri Lanka to preve...,Mangala calls for int'l support in dealing with climate change Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera is calling on the international community to help countries like Sri Lanka to preve...,positive,0.952323377
Sri Lanka to slash customs inspections after blocking identity theft,4/18/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka Customs will halve the number of physical inspections at the border but all importers, exporters, forwarding a...","Sri Lanka to slash customs inspections after blocking identity theft Sri Lanka Customs will halve the number of physical inspections at the border but all importers, exporters, forwarding a...",negative,-0.987108409
Driver who crashed into checkpoint killing soldier remanded,4/18/2019,Uncategorized,The driver of the mini lorry that crashed and killed an army soldier at the Wattappalai army checkpoint in Mullaitivu on...,Driver who crashed into checkpoint killing soldier remanded The driver of the mini lorry that crashed and killed an army soldier at the Wattappalai army checkpoint in Mullaitivu on...,negative,-0.986501873
Sri Lanka’s first satellite launched today,4/18/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka’s first satellite ‘Raavana 1’ was launched at 2.16 am today (18), officially marking Sri Lanka’s entra...","Sri Lanka’s first satellite launched today Sri Lanka’s first satellite ‘Raavana 1’ was launched at 2.16 am today (18), officially marking Sri Lanka’s entra...",positive,0.998470008
UK to introduce waste-to-electricity system in SL,4/18/2019,Uncategorized,The United Kingdom has agreed to introduce a system to Sri Lanka to generate electricity using waste materials as a solu...,UK to introduce waste-to-electricity system in SL The United Kingdom has agreed to introduce a system to Sri Lanka to generate electricity using waste materials as a solu...,negative,-0.891945541
Dimuth to lead SL in Cricket World Cup,4/18/2019,Sports,Dimuth Karunaratne  has deposed Lasith Malinga as the  ODI captain of the Sri Lankan team.,Dimuth to lead SL in Cricket World Cup Dimuth Karunaratne  has deposed Lasith Malinga as the  ODI captain of the Sri Lankan team.,negative,-0.987980545
Sri Lanka's Colombo airport temporarily closed over bad weather,4/17/2019,Aviation,"Sri Lanka's main airport in Katunayake faced a temporary closure Wednesday evening due to adverse weather, an official s...","Sri Lanka's Colombo airport temporarily closed over bad weather Sri Lanka's main airport in Katunayake faced a temporary closure Wednesday evening due to adverse weather, an official s...",negative,-0.997967541
Flight diverted to Sri Lanka's Matttala airport over bad weather,4/17/2019,Aviation,Severe bad weather over Katunayake has led to divertion of aircraft from Colombo to Mattala in Hambantota.,Flight diverted to Sri Lanka's Matttala airport over bad weather Severe bad weather over Katunayake has led to divertion of aircraft from Colombo to Mattala in Hambantota.,negative,-0.99686569
"Sri Lanka remittances fall in Jan, tourism earnings grow",4/17/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka’s worker remittances fell in January 2019, while tourism earnings were marginally higher, the Central B...","Sri Lanka remittances fall in Jan, tourism earnings grow Sri Lanka’s worker remittances fell in January 2019, while tourism earnings were marginally higher, the Central B...",negative,-0.994017601
"Ericsson, Swisscom launch Europe's first large scale 5G network",4/17/2019,International news,Telecom equipment manufacturer Ericsson said Wednesday it had launched the first European large scale commercial 5G netw...,"Ericsson, Swisscom launch Europe's first large scale 5G network Telecom equipment manufacturer Ericsson said Wednesday it had launched the first European large scale commercial 5G netw...",positive,0.86219418
"Sri Lanka stocks end up 0.21-pct, foreign buying in JKH, East West Properties",4/17/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.21 percent higher on Wednesday on buyin- interest in LOLC Holdings and food stocks Colombo Col...,"Sri Lanka stocks end up 0.21-pct, foreign buying in JKH, East West Properties Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.21 percent higher on Wednesday on buyin- interest in LOLC Holdings and food stocks Colombo Col...",negative,-0.99127847
Sri Lanka gets Rs8.7bn Saudi funding for new med school,4/17/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka will get a concessionary loan of 50 million US dollars (8.7 billion rupees) from Saudi Arabia to set up a full...,Sri Lanka gets Rs8.7bn Saudi funding for new med school Sri Lanka will get a concessionary loan of 50 million US dollars (8.7 billion rupees) from Saudi Arabia to set up a full...,negative,-0.988145351
"Sri Lanka trade deficit falls in Jan, vehicle, gold imports down",4/17/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's external trade balance fell to a 617 million US dollar deficit in January 2019 from a 1.05 billion US dollar...,"Sri Lanka trade deficit falls in Jan, vehicle, gold imports down Sri Lanka's external trade balance fell to a 617 million US dollar deficit in January 2019 from a 1.05 billion US dollar...",negative,-0.999011397
Sequel to the power crisis on the cards?,4/17/2019,Economy,"With speculation rife over yet another spate of power cuts post Avurudu holidays, interested parties are once again trad...","Sequel to the power crisis on the cards? With speculation rife over yet another spate of power cuts post Avurudu holidays, interested parties are once again trad...",negative,-0.960950434
China's Sinopec to operate Sri Lanka's Hambantota oil tank farm,4/17/2019,Logistics,China's Sinopec Fuel Oil Sales Co. Limited (SFO) has won a tender to operate a bunker oil tank farm in the Hambantota Po...,China's Sinopec to operate Sri Lanka's Hambantota oil tank farm China's Sinopec Fuel Oil Sales Co. Limited (SFO) has won a tender to operate a bunker oil tank farm in the Hambantota Po...,negative,-0.652848601
US investment opportunities in Sri Lanka discussed,4/17/2019,Economy,Sri Lankan delegates held discussions on investment opportunities that are available for US companies in Sri Lanka ,US investment opportunities in Sri Lanka discussed Sri Lankan delegates held discussions on investment opportunities that are available for US companies in Sri Lanka ,positive,0.994755626
Locals and Methodists fail to come to settlement,4/17/2019,Uncategorized,The leaders of the Methodist Church and a group of residents at a location in Anuradhapura have not been able to come to...,Locals and Methodists fail to come to settlement The leaders of the Methodist Church and a group of residents at a location in Anuradhapura have not been able to come to...,negative,-0.999237537
Sri Lankan stocks reaching bottom of cycle: research house,4/17/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stock market is heading towards the bottom of a cycle, with opportunities for buying and potential recovery ...","Sri Lankan stocks reaching bottom of cycle: research house Sri Lanka's stock market is heading towards the bottom of a cycle, with opportunities for buying and potential recovery ...",negative,-0.996393979
Sri Lanka leading in HDI rankings in South Asia,4/17/2019,Health,Sri Lanka ranked 11th among the Asian countries,Sri Lanka leading in HDI rankings in South Asia Sri Lanka ranked 11th among the Asian countries,positive,0.983913898
‘Deadly’ holiday period - traffic accidents and murder mar festivities,4/17/2019,Uncategorized,"Fatalities in traffic accidents remain at an alarming rate this Avurdu season, with scores of people killed or injured a...","‘Deadly’ holiday period - traffic accidents and murder mar festivities Fatalities in traffic accidents remain at an alarming rate this Avurdu season, with scores of people killed or injured a...",negative,-0.990331411
Daughter in custody over mother's death,4/17/2019,Uncategorized,A young woman is in police custody after her mother was found dead and her father seriously injured  yesterday (16) in M...,Daughter in custody over mother's death A young woman is in police custody after her mother was found dead and her father seriously injured  yesterday (16) in M...,negative,-0.965388715
Boeing 737 MAX changes deemed 'operationally suitable': FAA,4/17/2019,International news,The changes US aircraft manufacturer Boeing has proposed in the wake of two deadly accidents of its top-selling 737 MAX ...,Boeing 737 MAX changes deemed 'operationally suitable': FAA The changes US aircraft manufacturer Boeing has proposed in the wake of two deadly accidents of its top-selling 737 MAX ...,negative,-0.823474526
Asian markets mostly up after positive China data,4/17/2019,International news,Asian markets mostly rose Wednesday as data showed China's economy grew more than expected in the first three months of ...,Asian markets mostly up after positive China data Asian markets mostly rose Wednesday as data showed China's economy grew more than expected in the first three months of ...,positive,0.987156272
"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services grow in March",4/17/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's manufacturing and services sectors grew in March 2019 from a month earlier ahead of the seasonal demand for ...,"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services grow in March Sri Lanka's manufacturing and services sectors grew in March 2019 from a month earlier ahead of the seasonal demand for ...",positive,0.996147394
Four year old twin girls among 10 dead in horrific bus van collision,4/17/2019,Uncategorized,Ten people including three women and three children are confirmed dead in a collision between a bus and a passenger van ...,Four year old twin girls among 10 dead in horrific bus van collision Ten people including three women and three children are confirmed dead in a collision between a bus and a passenger van ...,negative,-0.997644484
"Sri Lanka's capital city development lacks transparency, citizen participation: ADB",4/16/2019,Economy,A lack of transparency and opportunity for citizen participation in governance is holding back the development of Sri La...,"Sri Lanka's capital city development lacks transparency, citizen participation: ADB A lack of transparency and opportunity for citizen participation in governance is holding back the development of Sri La...",negative,-0.999653339
Sri Lanka benchmark treasuries yields fall,4/16/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's benchmark Treasury bill yields fell across all three maturities at Tuesday's auction with the 12-month bill ...,Sri Lanka benchmark treasuries yields fall Sri Lanka's benchmark Treasury bill yields fell across all three maturities at Tuesday's auction with the 12-month bill ...,negative,-0.999246478
Australia's Different to double size with Sri Lankan hires,4/16/2019,ICT,"'Different', an Australian tech company with a property development app, is looking to double its team with Sri Lankan e...","Australia's Different to double size with Sri Lankan hires 'Different', an Australian tech company with a property development app, is looking to double its team with Sri Lankan e...",negative,-0.97890228
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks gain 0.12-pct",4/16/2019,Markets,"The Sri Lanka rupee ended slightly weaker at 174.60/70 rupees against the US dollar on Monday, as bond yields edged high...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks gain 0.12-pct The Sri Lanka rupee ended slightly weaker at 174.60/70 rupees against the US dollar on Monday, as bond yields edged high...",negative,-0.99919349
Brexit dents Sri Lanka's EU GSP Plus export gains,4/16/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's export growth to the European Union has slowed down in 2018 despite the reinstatement of GSP Plus trade conc...,Brexit dents Sri Lanka's EU GSP Plus export gains Sri Lanka's export growth to the European Union has slowed down in 2018 despite the reinstatement of GSP Plus trade conc...,negative,-0.998828351
"Sri Lanka electricity subsidy corrosive, causing power crises",4/16/2019,Economy,"An electricity subsidy is causing power crises in Sri Lanka and gives greater clout to politicians, a World Bank officia...","Sri Lanka electricity subsidy corrosive, causing power crises An electricity subsidy is causing power crises in Sri Lanka and gives greater clout to politicians, a World Bank officia...",positive,0.710095823
"Notre-Dame fire under control, Macron vows to rebuild",4/16/2019,International news,A raging fire that tore through Notre-Dame Cathedral in central Paris was under control early Tuesday after the blaze br...,"Notre-Dame fire under control, Macron vows to rebuild A raging fire that tore through Notre-Dame Cathedral in central Paris was under control early Tuesday after the blaze br...",positive,0.909515023
Methodist President wants protection for flock,4/16/2019,Uncategorized,The leaders of the Methodist Church in Sri Lanka are complaining that Police are not doing enough to protect their congr...,Methodist President wants protection for flock The leaders of the Methodist Church in Sri Lanka are complaining that Police are not doing enough to protect their congr...,negative,-0.994757712
Fireworks accidents on the rise,4/16/2019,Uncategorized,There is an increase in domestic accidents and fire cracker related accidents this year in comparison to the last year,Fireworks accidents on the rise There is an increase in domestic accidents and fire cracker related accidents this year in comparison to the last year,negative,-0.755175471
Consular access sought for detained SL immigrants in Turkey,4/16/2019,Uncategorized,Efforts are underway to provide consular access to any Sri Lankans verified to be among the 558 undocumented immigrants ...,Consular access sought for detained SL immigrants in Turkey Efforts are underway to provide consular access to any Sri Lankans verified to be among the 558 undocumented immigrants ...,negative,-0.537622213
"Sri Lanka Customs to accept online docs, e-signatures from 1 June",4/16/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka Customs DG Sarojini Charles says the department is committed to reducing time and costs related to cross borde...,"Sri Lanka Customs to accept online docs, e-signatures from 1 June Sri Lanka Customs DG Sarojini Charles says the department is committed to reducing time and costs related to cross borde...",positive,0.794465601
Colour coding for solid food from June 1st onwards,4/16/2019,Uncategorized,The Ministry of Health is introducing colour coding (traffic light system) for solid food including biscuits and sweetme...,Colour coding for solid food from June 1st onwards The Ministry of Health is introducing colour coding (traffic light system) for solid food including biscuits and sweetme...,positive,0.974803925
Asian markets rise as attention turns to China growth data,4/16/2019,International news,"Asian markets rose Tuesday after a slow start to the day, as investors brushed off a weak lead from Wall Street while lo...","Asian markets rise as attention turns to China growth data Asian markets rose Tuesday after a slow start to the day, as investors brushed off a weak lead from Wall Street while lo...",negative,-0.984368265
Showers and thunderstorms to continue,4/16/2019,Uncategorized,There is a high possibility for afternoon thundershowers with severe lightning over most parts of the island during the ...,Showers and thunderstorms to continue There is a high possibility for afternoon thundershowers with severe lightning over most parts of the island during the ...,positive,0.964736223
Foreign investors sell Sri Lanka rupee bonds for second week,4/16/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Foreign investors in Sri Lanka rupee-denominated bonds were net sellers for the second week running in Apr...,Foreign investors sell Sri Lanka rupee bonds for second week ECONOMYNEXT - Foreign investors in Sri Lanka rupee-denominated bonds were net sellers for the second week running in Apr...,negative,-0.9832533
Couple die in road accident in Kolonna.,4/16/2019,Uncategorized,Father and mother of the same family were killed in an accident in Kolonna yesterday (15).,Couple die in road accident in Kolonna. Father and mother of the same family were killed in an accident in Kolonna yesterday (15).,negative,-0.984419763
Paris Notre Dame Cathedral engulfed in flames,4/16/2019,World,"One of the world's religious and historic wonders, the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris has been partially destroyed aft...","Paris Notre Dame Cathedral engulfed in flames One of the world's religious and historic wonders, the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris has been partially destroyed aft...",negative,-0.992343962
Police probe alleged attack on Methodist center,4/16/2019,Uncategorized,Police are investigating  an alleged attack on a Methodist Center in Anuradhapura on Sunday (14). ,Police probe alleged attack on Methodist center Police are investigating  an alleged attack on a Methodist Center in Anuradhapura on Sunday (14). ,negative,-0.963515878
Gota has three weeks to respond to Ahimsa's charges,4/16/2019,Politics,Gotabaya Rajapaksa has three weeks to respond to charges over Lasantha's killing,Gota has three weeks to respond to Ahimsa's charges Gotabaya Rajapaksa has three weeks to respond to charges over Lasantha's killing,negative,-0.992552698
"Sri Lanka private credit barely grows in Feb 2019, currency peg strong",4/16/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's private credit barely grew in February 2019, though no longer contracting like in January 2019, while new cr...","Sri Lanka private credit barely grows in Feb 2019, currency peg strong Sri Lanka's private credit barely grew in February 2019, though no longer contracting like in January 2019, while new cr...",negative,-0.998541355
Macron to set out fix for carbon tax anger,4/15/2019,International news,French President Emmanuel Macron was to make a series of major policy announcements Monday in response to five months of...,Macron to set out fix for carbon tax anger French President Emmanuel Macron was to make a series of major policy announcements Monday in response to five months of...,negative,-0.988418281
China's Qindao Huijintong wins Rs6.7bn Sri Lanka power grid deal,4/15/2019,Energy,China's Qingdao Huijington Power Equipment Company Ltd has won a deal to build a 33KiloWatt transmission line for Sri La...,China's Qindao Huijintong wins Rs6.7bn Sri Lanka power grid deal China's Qingdao Huijington Power Equipment Company Ltd has won a deal to build a 33KiloWatt transmission line for Sri La...,positive,0.996249616
"Ghost ships of Lagos, a haven of crime",4/15/2019,International news,"The two men in the motorised wooden canoe look around warily as they leave a towering shipwreck in the Lagos lagoon, wit...","Ghost ships of Lagos, a haven of crime The two men in the motorised wooden canoe look around warily as they leave a towering shipwreck in the Lagos lagoon, wit...",positive,0.980463445
Wikileaks dumps documents of Sri Lanka's controversial E-NIC project,4/15/2019,Political News,Wikikeaks.org has released documents relating to controversial electronic citizens registration system which critics hav...,Wikileaks dumps documents of Sri Lanka's controversial E-NIC project Wikikeaks.org has released documents relating to controversial electronic citizens registration system which critics hav...,negative,-0.996706307
"Money, money, money: the tycoon factor in India's election",4/15/2019,International news,"India's tycoons are playing a pivotal role in the Asian giant's most expensive election ever, from funding campaigns and...","Money, money, money: the tycoon factor in India's election India's tycoons are playing a pivotal role in the Asian giant's most expensive election ever, from funding campaigns and...",positive,0.997317135
Sri Lanka to annul 2011 adhominem expropriation law,4/15/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers has approved a bill to annual an expropriation law enacted in 2011 that undermined inve...,Sri Lanka to annul 2011 adhominem expropriation law Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers has approved a bill to annual an expropriation law enacted in 2011 that undermined inve...,negative,-0.996581852
Sri Lanka cabinet approves changes to draft law to de-mutualize CSE,4/14/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved changes to a draft law to de-mutualize the Colombo StockExchange, the inf...","Sri Lanka cabinet approves changes to draft law to de-mutualize CSE Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved changes to a draft law to de-mutualize the Colombo StockExchange, the inf...",negative,-0.94336307
Serious accident at Thammannawa,4/14/2019,Uncategorized,Two people are dead and three are critically injured after an accident on the Madawachchiya-Kebithigollewa road at Thamm...,Serious accident at Thammannawa Two people are dead and three are critically injured after an accident on the Madawachchiya-Kebithigollewa road at Thamm...,negative,-0.997267962
Employees at India's stricken Jet Airways protest,4/14/2019,International news,Several hundred employees of India's beleaguered Jet Airways held a protest at Delhi airport on Saturday demanding to be...,Employees at India's stricken Jet Airways protest Several hundred employees of India's beleaguered Jet Airways held a protest at Delhi airport on Saturday demanding to be...,negative,-0.996420741
Independence has served central banks well: IMF's Lagarde,4/14/2019,International news,"Government respect for the independence of central banks has served them well in their mission, International Monetary F...","Independence has served central banks well: IMF's Lagarde Government respect for the independence of central banks has served them well in their mission, International Monetary F...",positive,0.999505281
Sri Lanka forex reserves soar in April to US$7.6bn,4/14/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's forex reserves grew by 1.58 billion US dollars to 7,621.9 million US dollars by end March 2019 from 6,035.16...","Sri Lanka forex reserves soar in April to US$7.6bn Sri Lanka's forex reserves grew by 1.58 billion US dollars to 7,621.9 million US dollars by end March 2019 from 6,035.16...",positive,0.591405332
US seeks $10 bn trade finance fund for Venezuela: Mnuchin,4/14/2019,International news,The United States is working with a group of countries to build a $10 billion fund to help Venezuela rebuild trade once ...,US seeks $10 bn trade finance fund for Venezuela: Mnuchin The United States is working with a group of countries to build a $10 billion fund to help Venezuela rebuild trade once ...,negative,-0.987973571
World's largest plane makes first test flight,4/14/2019,International news,The world's largest airplane -- a Stratolaunch behemoth with two fuselages and six Boeing 747 engines -- made its first ...,World's largest plane makes first test flight The world's largest airplane -- a Stratolaunch behemoth with two fuselages and six Boeing 747 engines -- made its first ...,positive,0.997776806
Ravi to be Sri Lanka's solar Parakramabahu,4/14/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka will expedite licenses for solar farms so that no light that falls on the island is wasted, Power Minister Rav...","Ravi to be Sri Lanka's solar Parakramabahu Sri Lanka will expedite licenses for solar farms so that no light that falls on the island is wasted, Power Minister Rav...",positive,0.993401706
Sirisena’s strongman presidential campaign in full swing,4/14/2019,Politics,"President Sirisena is campaigning hard for a second term, but he needs a party to back him","Sirisena’s strongman presidential campaign in full swing President Sirisena is campaigning hard for a second term, but he needs a party to back him",negative,-0.995321333
World Bank to help Sri Lanka farmers deal with climate change,4/13/2019,Economy,"World Bank to help over 60,000 farmers deal with climate change in Sri Lanka","World Bank to help Sri Lanka farmers deal with climate change World Bank to help over 60,000 farmers deal with climate change in Sri Lanka",positive,0.994263113
Four Sri Lankans arrested by Counter-terror police in London,4/13/2019,Uncategorized,They were arrested on suspicion of being members of a banned organisation. ,Four Sri Lankans arrested by Counter-terror police in London They were arrested on suspicion of being members of a banned organisation. ,negative,-0.988116026
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields stable",4/12/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 174.55/65 to the US dollar in the spot market Friday, while the bond market was qui...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, bond yields stable Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 174.55/65 to the US dollar in the spot market Friday, while the bond market was qui...",negative,-0.577608883
"Business resilience, robust infrastructure will help Sri Lanka face disasters",4/12/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Robust infrastructure and resilience among businesses will help Sri Lanka be better prepared to cop...,"Business resilience, robust infrastructure will help Sri Lanka face disasters ECONOMYNEXT – Robust infrastructure and resilience among businesses will help Sri Lanka be better prepared to cop...",positive,0.698611498
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.20-pct higher ahead of holiday season,4/12/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.20 percent higher on Friday with buying interest in John Keells Holdings.,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.20-pct higher ahead of holiday season ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.20 percent higher on Friday with buying interest in John Keells Holdings.,negative,-0.987954497
Sri Lanka industrial activity up 0.6-pct in Feb,4/12/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's industrial sector activity grew 0.6 percent in February 2019 from a year earlier, with a recovery in coke an...","Sri Lanka industrial activity up 0.6-pct in Feb Sri Lanka's industrial sector activity grew 0.6 percent in February 2019 from a year earlier, with a recovery in coke an...",positive,0.868490219
"Sri Lanka rupee, bonds open stable ahead of holiday weekend",4/12/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened stable at 174.60/80 the US dollar in the spot market Friday, while the bond market was quiet, d...","Sri Lanka rupee, bonds open stable ahead of holiday weekend Sri Lanka's rupee opened stable at 174.60/80 the US dollar in the spot market Friday, while the bond market was quiet, d...",negative,-0.68841356
Sri Lanka's Weligama hotel sold to Singapore's HPL with EPF approval,4/12/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's Central Bank which manages the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) has agreed to sell Weligama Hotel Properties ...,Sri Lanka's Weligama hotel sold to Singapore's HPL with EPF approval Sri Lanka's Central Bank which manages the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) has agreed to sell Weligama Hotel Properties ...,negative,-0.908635437
"World Bank loan for Sri Lanka small farmer climate resilience, productivity",4/12/2019,Agriculture,ECONOMYNEXT – The World Bank will give Sri Lanka two loans worth 150 million US dollars to improve climate resili...,"World Bank loan for Sri Lanka small farmer climate resilience, productivity ECONOMYNEXT – The World Bank will give Sri Lanka two loans worth 150 million US dollars to improve climate resili...",negative,-0.660550177
Environment-friendly Asbestos by Russia,4/12/2019,Uncategorized,Russia wants to introduce a new form of asbestos to Sri Lanka which they claim is more environmental friendly.,Environment-friendly Asbestos by Russia Russia wants to introduce a new form of asbestos to Sri Lanka which they claim is more environmental friendly.,negative,-0.970086455
UNP MP alleges MFA defamed Karu,4/12/2019,Politics,"A UNP MP, Mujibur Rahuman, is alleging that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs defamed Speaker Karu Jayasuriya in a  commun...","UNP MP alleges MFA defamed Karu A UNP MP, Mujibur Rahuman, is alleging that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs defamed Speaker Karu Jayasuriya in a  commun...",negative,-0.995681882
Fuel prices will remain unchanged - Mangala,4/12/2019,Economy,"In light of the Sinhala Tamil New Year festive season, fuel prices will remain unchanged despite continuously increasing...","Fuel prices will remain unchanged - Mangala In light of the Sinhala Tamil New Year festive season, fuel prices will remain unchanged despite continuously increasing...",positive,0.971821547
Boeing to meet with US airlines over 737 MAX,4/12/2019,International news,The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced Thursday it would meet with American commercial airlines that use...,Boeing to meet with US airlines over 737 MAX The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced Thursday it would meet with American commercial airlines that use...,negative,-0.93870312
Pound edges lower as markets absorb Brexit extension,4/12/2019,International news,"The pound edged lower on Thursday after Britain and its EU partners again agreed to extend Brexit, avoiding a dreaded no...","Pound edges lower as markets absorb Brexit extension The pound edged lower on Thursday after Britain and its EU partners again agreed to extend Brexit, avoiding a dreaded no...",negative,-0.995438278
US cases politically motivated - Gota,4/12/2019,Politics,Former Defence Secretary and presidential hopeful Gotabaya Rajapaksa who arrived in Sri Lanka this morning said the civi...,US cases politically motivated - Gota Former Defence Secretary and presidential hopeful Gotabaya Rajapaksa who arrived in Sri Lanka this morning said the civi...,negative,-0.92425251
"Audit queries validity of Sri Lanka tourist board assets, delayed EPF payments",4/12/2019,Business,"The state tourism regulator, the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) has 2.9 billion rupees in assets which ...","Audit queries validity of Sri Lanka tourist board assets, delayed EPF payments The state tourism regulator, the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) has 2.9 billion rupees in assets which ...",negative,-0.982831895
Educationalists must make education policy – President,4/12/2019,Education,"Scholars should take the decisions regarding country’s education and not politicians, President Maithripala Sirisena s...","Educationalists must make education policy – President Scholars should take the decisions regarding country’s education and not politicians, President Maithripala Sirisena s...",positive,0.979989469
Gota says he does have cases - FT report,4/12/2019,Politics,Gotabaya Rajapaksa has accepted that he is facing two civil cases in the District Court of California which pertain to a...,Gota says he does have cases - FT report Gotabaya Rajapaksa has accepted that he is facing two civil cases in the District Court of California which pertain to a...,negative,-0.922258615
"Sri Lanka govt plans LED street light, CCTV surveillance network",4/11/2019,Defence,ECONOMYNEXT – Korea Telecom has won a Sri Lankan government deal to replace conventional street lights with a net...,"Sri Lanka govt plans LED street light, CCTV surveillance network ECONOMYNEXT – Korea Telecom has won a Sri Lankan government deal to replace conventional street lights with a net...",negative,-0.882557392
SB admits mistakes in the October coup,4/11/2019,Politics,Opposition Member of Parliament S B Dissanayake is  admitting to making a mistake that diminished his party and its lead...,SB admits mistakes in the October coup Opposition Member of Parliament S B Dissanayake is  admitting to making a mistake that diminished his party and its lead...,negative,-0.998246789
"Sri Lanka stocks retreat 0.13-pct, selling on JKH",4/11/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.13 percent lower on Thursday, continuing a 5-day retreat, with selling on  index-heavy John ...","Sri Lanka stocks retreat 0.13-pct, selling on JKH Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.13 percent lower on Thursday, continuing a 5-day retreat, with selling on  index-heavy John ...",negative,-0.999385357
Sri Lanka Ports Authority to buy more cranes,4/11/2019,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) is to buy three Ship to Shore (STS) cranes from China under the ex...,Sri Lanka Ports Authority to buy more cranes ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) is to buy three Ship to Shore (STS) cranes from China under the ex...,negative,-0.990797639
Sri Lanka Central Bank launches Sustainable Finance Roadmap,4/11/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's Central Bank has launched a Sustainable Finance Roadmap with support from the International Finance Corporat...,Sri Lanka Central Bank launches Sustainable Finance Roadmap Sri Lanka's Central Bank has launched a Sustainable Finance Roadmap with support from the International Finance Corporat...,positive,0.998784959
Wikileaks co-founder arrested in London,4/11/2019,World,Police was invited to the embassy by the ambassador to arrest Assange after Ecuadorian Government has withdrawn the asyl...,Wikileaks co-founder arrested in London Police was invited to the embassy by the ambassador to arrest Assange after Ecuadorian Government has withdrawn the asyl...,negative,-0.700409651
"People vs ""power mafia""",4/11/2019,Economy,Consumer rights groups threaten mass protests if power crisis is not solved.,"People vs ""power mafia"" Consumer rights groups threaten mass protests if power crisis is not solved.",negative,-0.996796072
Ranil wants Fonseka as Internal Affairs Minister,4/11/2019,Politics,The United National Front will propose that Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka be appointed a non-Cabinet Minister for Interna...,Ranil wants Fonseka as Internal Affairs Minister The United National Front will propose that Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka be appointed a non-Cabinet Minister for Interna...,negative,-0.961941183
Mangala Yapa Sri Lanka's new BOI Chief,4/11/2019,Culture,"Mangala Yapa has been appointed the chairman of Sri Lanka's Board of Investment (BOI), a statement from the president's ...","Mangala Yapa Sri Lanka's new BOI Chief Mangala Yapa has been appointed the chairman of Sri Lanka's Board of Investment (BOI), a statement from the president's ...",positive,0.998276114
Sri Lanka among countries with rising interest burdens: IMF,4/11/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is among countries having high levels of commercial debt with rising interest burdens tha...,Sri Lanka among countries with rising interest burdens: IMF ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is among countries having high levels of commercial debt with rising interest burdens tha...,negative,-0.977961004
"Sri Lanka stocks gain on banks, construction",4/11/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's stocks were 0.10-pct higher in the first hour of trading on Thursday, with buying interest on b...","Sri Lanka stocks gain on banks, construction ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's stocks were 0.10-pct higher in the first hour of trading on Thursday, with buying interest on b...",negative,-0.978485286
Colombo Port accelerates expansion,4/11/2019,Business,The Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) is to purchase three Ships to Store (STS) cranes for the Jaya Container Terminal (J...,Colombo Port accelerates expansion The Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) is to purchase three Ships to Store (STS) cranes for the Jaya Container Terminal (J...,positive,0.987547994
"Sri Lanka rupee gains at open, bond yields fall",4/11/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened at 174.55/60 to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday, while bond yields fell on buying pre...","Sri Lanka rupee gains at open, bond yields fall Sri Lanka's rupee opened at 174.55/60 to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday, while bond yields fell on buying pre...",negative,-0.996259451
Avurudu closures and must-know info,4/11/2019,Uncategorized,Things you need to know this Avurudu weekend,Avurudu closures and must-know info Things you need to know this Avurudu weekend,negative,-0.998612881
North and East resettlement prioritized,4/11/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena wants practical issues around resettlement in the north and east  prioritized while provi...,North and East resettlement prioritized President Maithripala Sirisena wants practical issues around resettlement in the north and east  prioritized while provi...,negative,-0.789255321
EU gives Britain six-month delay to Brexit date,4/11/2019,International news,"European leaders agreed with Britain on Thursday to delay Brexit by up to six months, saving the continent from what cou...","EU gives Britain six-month delay to Brexit date European leaders agreed with Britain on Thursday to delay Brexit by up to six months, saving the continent from what cou...",positive,0.847213328
Sri Lanka to release liquidity from import letters of credit,4/11/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's credit system will get more permanent liquidity after cash tied up in import letters of credit for cars is r...,Sri Lanka to release liquidity from import letters of credit Sri Lanka's credit system will get more permanent liquidity after cash tied up in import letters of credit for cars is r...,negative,-0.998547614
Maldivian government releases Sri Lankan fishermen,4/11/2019,Uncategorized,Twenty-one Sri Lankan fishermen who were held by the Maldivian government are returning home for Avurudu tonight,Maldivian government releases Sri Lankan fishermen Twenty-one Sri Lankan fishermen who were held by the Maldivian government are returning home for Avurudu tonight,negative,-0.955829144
Relief from the heat showers expected today- Met dept.,4/11/2019,Uncategorized,"Major catchment areas such as Victoria, Randenigala and Rantambe haven't received any rainfall yet","Relief from the heat showers expected today- Met dept. Major catchment areas such as Victoria, Randenigala and Rantambe haven't received any rainfall yet",positive,0.674862683
NWSDB provides drinking water to Kaluthara,4/11/2019,Uncategorized,Kalutara resident getting bowser supplied water due to shortages and increased salinity.,NWSDB provides drinking water to Kaluthara Kalutara resident getting bowser supplied water due to shortages and increased salinity.,negative,-0.979780257
UK Tamils urged to join case against Gota in US,4/11/2019,Politics,Tamil refugees who were torture victims in Sri Lanka urged to join case against Gotabaya in the US,UK Tamils urged to join case against Gota in US Tamil refugees who were torture victims in Sri Lanka urged to join case against Gotabaya in the US,negative,-0.872451425
Modi favourite as India's incredible election begins,4/11/2019,South Asia,"India's gargantuan election, the biggest in history, kicks off on Thursday with Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking a s...","Modi favourite as India's incredible election begins India's gargantuan election, the biggest in history, kicks off on Thursday with Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking a s...",positive,0.998364389
Pound edges up after Brexit delay but Asian markets retreat,4/11/2019,International news,The pound edged up Thursday in Asia after Britain and its EU partners agreed to once again extend the deadline for Brexi...,Pound edges up after Brexit delay but Asian markets retreat The pound edged up Thursday in Asia after Britain and its EU partners agreed to once again extend the deadline for Brexi...,negative,-0.965036631
"Sri Lanka repays Rs70bn in contractor arrears, bonds to banks for subsidies",4/11/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka has repaid about 70 billion rupees of arrears to private construction firms in March and an overdue interest s...,"Sri Lanka repays Rs70bn in contractor arrears, bonds to banks for subsidies Sri Lanka has repaid about 70 billion rupees of arrears to private construction firms in March and an overdue interest s...",negative,-0.896219015
Police going after drunk drivers this festive season,4/11/2019,Uncategorized,"From today Police across the country are on a blitz against drunk drivers, Police spokesman Ruwan Gunesekara said.","Police going after drunk drivers this festive season From today Police across the country are on a blitz against drunk drivers, Police spokesman Ruwan Gunesekara said.",negative,-0.980950952
Sri Lanka holds fuel prices ahead of traditional new year,4/10/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka has kept fuel prices stable, halting a pricing formula for the Sinhala and Tamil New Year season, Finance Mini...","Sri Lanka holds fuel prices ahead of traditional new year Sri Lanka has kept fuel prices stable, halting a pricing formula for the Sinhala and Tamil New Year season, Finance Mini...",negative,-0.960764289
Sri Lanka 12-month Treasuries yield falls 16-bp to 9.99-pct,4/10/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill yields fell across maturities at Wednesday’s auction with 12-month bills ...,Sri Lanka 12-month Treasuries yield falls 16-bp to 9.99-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill yields fell across maturities at Wednesday’s auction with 12-month bills ...,negative,-0.998645842
Sri Lanka Cabinet approves buying 100MW of emergency power,4/10/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of Ministers this week approved plans for the state power utility to buy...,Sri Lanka Cabinet approves buying 100MW of emergency power ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of Ministers this week approved plans for the state power utility to buy...,negative,-0.87665379
"Sri Lanka stocks end flat, selling on JKH",4/10/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed flat on Wednesday, with buying interest on financials and selling on index-heavy John Keells H...","Sri Lanka stocks end flat, selling on JKH Sri Lanka's stocks closed flat on Wednesday, with buying interest on financials and selling on index-heavy John Keells H...",negative,-0.999640942
SLFP SLPP talks to carry on,4/10/2019,Politics,The Sri Lanka Freedom Party and the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna are soldiering on with attempts to build a broad coaliti...,SLFP SLPP talks to carry on The Sri Lanka Freedom Party and the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna are soldiering on with attempts to build a broad coaliti...,negative,-0.996291876
"Audit reveals Sri Lanka CEB accounting misdeeds, project delays",4/10/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – An audit of a foreign-funded project to improve power supply for remote islands off Sri Lankaâ€â...,"Audit reveals Sri Lanka CEB accounting misdeeds, project delays ECONOMYNEXT – An audit of a foreign-funded project to improve power supply for remote islands off Sri Lankaâ€â...",negative,-0.993545711
Details of Lasantha case to be made public,4/10/2019,Politics,The complaint filed by Ahimsa Wickremetunge against former Defense Secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa in the District Court of...,Details of Lasantha case to be made public The complaint filed by Ahimsa Wickremetunge against former Defense Secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa in the District Court of...,negative,-0.886123538
Environmentalist says CEA too lenient,4/10/2019,Economy,Petitioner of the landmark Chunnakam case environmentalist Dr. Ravindra Kariyawasam accuses the CEA of not taking action...,Environmentalist says CEA too lenient Petitioner of the landmark Chunnakam case environmentalist Dr. Ravindra Kariyawasam accuses the CEA of not taking action...,negative,-0.999557793
Cabinet approves purchase of 100MW additional power for six months,4/10/2019,Economy,The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to purchase 100MW of additional power for six months presented by Minis...,Cabinet approves purchase of 100MW additional power for six months The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to purchase 100MW of additional power for six months presented by Minis...,negative,-0.865185082
Cyanide and syringe found  in Welikada prison,4/10/2019,Uncategorized,Two vials of Cyanide and two Syringes were seized from the possession of an alleged drug suspect in remand ,Cyanide and syringe found  in Welikada prison Two vials of Cyanide and two Syringes were seized from the possession of an alleged drug suspect in remand ,negative,-0.993738174
Sri Lanka predatory lenders abuse financial ignorance of people,4/10/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s unregulated financial institutions thrive on the financial ignorance of the peop...,Sri Lanka predatory lenders abuse financial ignorance of people ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s unregulated financial institutions thrive on the financial ignorance of the peop...,negative,-0.996342123
Free Media Movement to boycott Presidential Media Awards,4/10/2019,Uncategorized,The Free Media Movement (FMM) has announced a boycott of this year's Presidential Media Awards citing a lack of progress...,Free Media Movement to boycott Presidential Media Awards The Free Media Movement (FMM) has announced a boycott of this year's Presidential Media Awards citing a lack of progress...,negative,-0.999658108
"1 dead, 12 injured in Mihintale accident",4/10/2019,Uncategorized,Injured 12 still in Rambewa and Kallanchiya hospitals.,"1 dead, 12 injured in Mihintale accident Injured 12 still in Rambewa and Kallanchiya hospitals.",negative,-0.994440377
Accident at construction site kills worker,4/10/2019,Uncategorized,Victim had fallen to death while he was chatting with  colleagues. ,Accident at construction site kills worker Victim had fallen to death while he was chatting with  colleagues. ,negative,-0.999021769
Green light for floating solar power plant in Maduru Oya,4/10/2019,Economy,Through the floating power plant project 50 percent of electricity demand is expected to be supplied by 2030,Green light for floating solar power plant in Maduru Oya Through the floating power plant project 50 percent of electricity demand is expected to be supplied by 2030,positive,0.911904752
Global executions at lowest level in a decade: Amnesty,4/10/2019,International news,"Executions fell worldwide by nearly a third last year to their lowest levels in at least a decade, but several countries...","Global executions at lowest level in a decade: Amnesty Executions fell worldwide by nearly a third last year to their lowest levels in at least a decade, but several countries...",negative,-0.997503459
Asian markets turn lower as trade war fears resurface,4/10/2019,International news,Asian markets sank Wednesday as the possibility of a US-EU trade war shifted into focus after Washington's tariffs threa...,Asian markets turn lower as trade war fears resurface Asian markets sank Wednesday as the possibility of a US-EU trade war shifted into focus after Washington's tariffs threa...,negative,-0.99516511
"Sri Lanka awaits legal approvals, better terms from China for new debt",4/10/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's central bank is awaiting legal approvals and better terms on a delayed loan from the Bank of China,  Governo...","Sri Lanka awaits legal approvals, better terms from China for new debt Sri Lanka's central bank is awaiting legal approvals and better terms on a delayed loan from the Bank of China,  Governo...",negative,-0.993609309
SLFP argument for length of president’s term absurd -  Jayampathy,4/10/2019,Politics,Member of Parliament and constitutional expert Dr. Jayampathy Wickremaratne today questioned President Maithripala Siris...,SLFP argument for length of president’s term absurd -  Jayampathy Member of Parliament and constitutional expert Dr. Jayampathy Wickremaratne today questioned President Maithripala Siris...,negative,-0.977725744
Below normal rainfall forecast in Sri Lanka till June,4/9/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Meteorological Department has forecast below normal rainfall in April, May and J...","Below normal rainfall forecast in Sri Lanka till June ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Meteorological Department has forecast below normal rainfall in April, May and J...",negative,-0.992465019
"Sri Lanka stocks fall 0.21-pct, selling on Dialog, Distilleries",4/9/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange fell 0.21 percent on Tuesday, with selling on Dialog Axiata stock, provisional data s...","Sri Lanka stocks fall 0.21-pct, selling on Dialog, Distilleries Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange fell 0.21 percent on Tuesday, with selling on Dialog Axiata stock, provisional data s...",negative,-0.999596417
"Sri Lankan business chambers to work on peace building, ethnic hotspots",4/9/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan business chambers have begun a program to contribute to peace building and reducing ethn...,"Sri Lankan business chambers to work on peace building, ethnic hotspots ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan business chambers have begun a program to contribute to peace building and reducing ethn...",positive,0.955074549
Will SLFP SLPP talks fail?,4/9/2019,Politics,The Sri Lanka Freedom Party and the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna will hold their third round of talks to build a broad al...,Will SLFP SLPP talks fail? The Sri Lanka Freedom Party and the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna will hold their third round of talks to build a broad al...,negative,-0.998513997
Court Orders Witness Protection for Namal Kumara,4/9/2019,Uncategorized,"The Colombo Fort Magistrate has ordered the CID to provide Witness Protection to Namal Kumara, the main complainant in t...","Court Orders Witness Protection for Namal Kumara The Colombo Fort Magistrate has ordered the CID to provide Witness Protection to Namal Kumara, the main complainant in t...",negative,-0.882900119
"India to offer ""all possible assistance"" to SL Army",4/9/2019,Uncategorized,The Indian Army would seriously take note of concerns raised by the Sri Lanka Army and do everything possible to accommo...,"India to offer ""all possible assistance"" to SL Army The Indian Army would seriously take note of concerns raised by the Sri Lanka Army and do everything possible to accommo...",positive,0.979933023
Torture victim hopes for justice,4/9/2019,Politics,"Roy Samathanam who’s suing  Gotabaya Rajapaksa for alleged torture, says he hopes other victims like him can get justi...","Torture victim hopes for justice Roy Samathanam who’s suing  Gotabaya Rajapaksa for alleged torture, says he hopes other victims like him can get justi...",negative,-0.995566189
"Sri Lanka to offer leeway on new regulations for small banks, finance companies",4/9/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank is offering breathing space for small and medium sized banks and non-bank finance companies to ...,"Sri Lanka to offer leeway on new regulations for small banks, finance companies Sri Lanka's central bank is offering breathing space for small and medium sized banks and non-bank finance companies to ...",positive,0.992465138
"Integrated reporting can improve sustainable resources use, Sri Lankan firms told",4/9/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lankan businesses should publish integrated reports to better capture and communicate the business evol...,"Integrated reporting can improve sustainable resources use, Sri Lankan firms told ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lankan businesses should publish integrated reports to better capture and communicate the business evol...",positive,0.963049471
Sri Lanka rupee opens steady; stocks flat and bond yields rise,4/9/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened steady at 174.65/80 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Tuesday, as...","Sri Lanka rupee opens steady; stocks flat and bond yields rise ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened steady at 174.65/80 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Tuesday, as...",negative,-0.833666086
Sri Lanka decision for two 300MW IPPs in one tender was bi-partisan: Ravi,4/9/2019,Energy,A decision to award a 300 megawatt (MW) power plant to the first and second bidder in a single tender for an independent...,Sri Lanka decision for two 300MW IPPs in one tender was bi-partisan: Ravi A decision to award a 300 megawatt (MW) power plant to the first and second bidder in a single tender for an independent...,negative,-0.970211983
Some Private bus workers to stage token strike tonight,4/9/2019,Uncategorized,The All Island Private Bus Employees Association (AIPBEA) that their members will go on strike at midnight ,Some Private bus workers to stage token strike tonight The All Island Private Bus Employees Association (AIPBEA) that their members will go on strike at midnight ,negative,-0.981616855
Police to enforce polythene ban,4/9/2019,Politics,"Environmental regulations will be amended to give the police power to implement the ban on polythene, President Maithrip...","Police to enforce polythene ban Environmental regulations will be amended to give the police power to implement the ban on polythene, President Maithrip...",negative,-0.956239045
SLPP has contradictory positions on Gota's cases in US,4/9/2019,Politics,The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna appears to be taking contradictory positions on whether Gotabaya Rajapaksa was served su...,SLPP has contradictory positions on Gota's cases in US The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna appears to be taking contradictory positions on whether Gotabaya Rajapaksa was served su...,negative,-0.997121394
Asian markets struggle as traders await catalysts,4/9/2019,International news,"Asian markets struggled Tuesday as dealers await the latest developments in the China-US trade talks, while Donald Trump...","Asian markets struggle as traders await catalysts Asian markets struggled Tuesday as dealers await the latest developments in the China-US trade talks, while Donald Trump...",negative,-0.991801918
Qatar sues Gulf foes over alleged currency manipulation,4/9/2019,International news,"Doha, Qatar | AFP | Monday - Qatar said on Monday it has filed three lawsuits in London and New York against Saudi and U...","Qatar sues Gulf foes over alleged currency manipulation Doha, Qatar | AFP | Monday - Qatar said on Monday it has filed three lawsuits in London and New York against Saudi and U...",negative,-0.971389532
US proposes new tariffs on EU products over Airbus subsidies,4/9/2019,International news,"San Francisco, United States | AFP | Tuesday - The US on Monday threatened to impose tariff counter measures of up to $1...","US proposes new tariffs on EU products over Airbus subsidies San Francisco, United States | AFP | Tuesday - The US on Monday threatened to impose tariff counter measures of up to $1...",negative,-0.998173594
Sri Lanka to force down bank lending rates,4/9/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's central bank is in a battle to grow private credit, and will target high lending rates at banks, Governor In...","Sri Lanka to force down bank lending rates Sri Lanka's central bank is in a battle to grow private credit, and will target high lending rates at banks, Governor In...",negative,-0.955891967
Real-time alerts for transactions in Sri Lankan government debt,4/8/2019,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT – Investors in Sri Lankan government securities will now get real-time alerts of transactions, the Pu...","Real-time alerts for transactions in Sri Lankan government debt ECONOMYNEXT – Investors in Sri Lankan government securities will now get real-time alerts of transactions, the Pu...",negative,-0.872225225
"Sri Lanka maintains policy rates, says cuts could be ahead",4/8/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka has kept policy rates unchanged at its meeting in April saying rates could be cut in the future.,"Sri Lanka maintains policy rates, says cuts could be ahead Sri Lanka has kept policy rates unchanged at its meeting in April saying rates could be cut in the future.",negative,-0.974067271
Sri Lankan Tamil leader wants funds to revive war-ravaged north,4/8/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government should start disbursing funds without further delay to revive the eco...,Sri Lankan Tamil leader wants funds to revive war-ravaged north ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government should start disbursing funds without further delay to revive the eco...,negative,-0.977975488
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, stocks down 0.46-pct",4/8/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger Monday at 174.60/70 rupees against the US dollar, as gilt yields edged...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, stocks down 0.46-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger Monday at 174.60/70 rupees against the US dollar, as gilt yields edged...",negative,-0.998282313
Sri Lanka's listed Laugfs Gas gets new CEO,4/8/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas Plc said it has appointed Chaminda Ediriwickrama as its Chief Executive Offi...,Sri Lanka's listed Laugfs Gas gets new CEO ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas Plc said it has appointed Chaminda Ediriwickrama as its Chief Executive Offi...,positive,0.849060237
Don't hang the narcotics offenders - EU,4/8/2019,Uncategorized,The European Union is calling on Sri Lanka not to lift its decades-long moratorium on the death penalty.,Don't hang the narcotics offenders - EU The European Union is calling on Sri Lanka not to lift its decades-long moratorium on the death penalty.,negative,-0.996157587
Sri Lanka gets ADB help to tender for own LNG terminal,4/8/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board has received Asian Development Bank funding to tap internat...,Sri Lanka gets ADB help to tender for own LNG terminal ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board has received Asian Development Bank funding to tap internat...,negative,-0.9681862
H. M. Jayawardena passes away,4/8/2019,Uncategorized,The funeral will take place on 10 April at the Borella Cemetery,H. M. Jayawardena passes away The funeral will take place on 10 April at the Borella Cemetery,negative,-0.684556723
Sri Lanka should not implement the death penalty: EU,4/8/2019,Legal,"The European Union (EU) Delegation, along with 10 other resident diplomatic missions have called on Sri Lanka to halt th...","Sri Lanka should not implement the death penalty: EU The European Union (EU) Delegation, along with 10 other resident diplomatic missions have called on Sri Lanka to halt th...",negative,-0.998728693
Colombo Port city outside CMC jurisdiction - Champika,4/8/2019,Economy,A separately elected administration outside the jurisdiction of the  Colombo Municipal Council  will run the affairs of ...,Colombo Port city outside CMC jurisdiction - Champika A separately elected administration outside the jurisdiction of the  Colombo Municipal Council  will run the affairs of ...,positive,0.985806286
No more power cuts from 11 April - Ravi K,4/8/2019,Economy,Power and Energy Minister Ravi Karunanayake said there will be no more scheduled power cuts from 11 April onwards.,No more power cuts from 11 April - Ravi K Power and Energy Minister Ravi Karunanayake said there will be no more scheduled power cuts from 11 April onwards.,negative,-0.977576315
Quran translated to simple Sinhala,4/8/2019,Politics,Classification of schools should be brought to an end-President Sirisena,Quran translated to simple Sinhala Classification of schools should be brought to an end-President Sirisena,negative,-0.98097676
"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks open steady",4/8/2019,Markets,The Sri Lanka rupee opened steady at 174.85/175.00 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Monday while gilt yie...,"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks open steady The Sri Lanka rupee opened steady at 174.85/175.00 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Monday while gilt yie...",negative,-0.978621423
Gota faces two civil suits in the US,4/8/2019,Politics,Former Defence Secretary and presidential hopeful Gotabaya Rajapaksa is facing two civil suits in two separate cases per...,Gota faces two civil suits in the US Former Defence Secretary and presidential hopeful Gotabaya Rajapaksa is facing two civil suits in two separate cases per...,negative,-0.965852857
"Sri Lanka state officials, doctors to cripple public services over judges pay hike",4/8/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's professional grade state workers including doctors, have threatened to cripple public services from April 15...","Sri Lanka state officials, doctors to cripple public services over judges pay hike Sri Lanka's professional grade state workers including doctors, have threatened to cripple public services from April 15...",negative,-0.998775065
"Children in South Asia hardest hit by air pollution, says study",4/8/2019,South Asia,"Hong Kong, China | AFP - Air pollution will shorten the life expectancy of children born today by an average of 20 month...","Children in South Asia hardest hit by air pollution, says study Hong Kong, China | AFP - Air pollution will shorten the life expectancy of children born today by an average of 20 month...",negative,-0.993610919
"Asian markets mixed after strong US jobs data, eyes on Brexit",4/8/2019,International news,Asian markets were mixed Monday but investors remain broadly upbeat after a strong US jobs report that eased concerns ab...,"Asian markets mixed after strong US jobs data, eyes on Brexit Asian markets were mixed Monday but investors remain broadly upbeat after a strong US jobs report that eased concerns ab...",positive,0.997498214
Highest Paddy harvest in history - PM,4/8/2019,Economy,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is claiming that this year’s Maha Paddy harvest is the highest ever on record whic...,Highest Paddy harvest in history - PM Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is claiming that this year’s Maha Paddy harvest is the highest ever on record whic...,positive,0.996740162
Two including CEB contractor killed in accident while on duty,4/8/2019,Uncategorized,"Two people, including a Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) contractor who had been clearing branches, were killed in an acci...","Two including CEB contractor killed in accident while on duty Two people, including a Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) contractor who had been clearing branches, were killed in an acci...",negative,-0.997667968
Case against Gota in the US?,4/8/2019,Politics,"Ahimsa Wickrematunga, daughter of slain journalist Lasantha has reportedly filed a case against Gotabaya Rajapaksa in Ca...","Case against Gota in the US? Ahimsa Wickrematunga, daughter of slain journalist Lasantha has reportedly filed a case against Gotabaya Rajapaksa in Ca...",negative,-0.974266529
India Defence Secretary in SL,4/8/2019,Politics,Defence Secretary of India Sanjay Mitra arrived in Sri Lanka yesterday (7) for an official two-day visit.,India Defence Secretary in SL Defence Secretary of India Sanjay Mitra arrived in Sri Lanka yesterday (7) for an official two-day visit.,positive,0.988632739
Crackdown on loud bus horns,4/7/2019,Politics,Police ordered to crackdown on loud musical horns particularly used by private buses,Crackdown on loud bus horns Police ordered to crackdown on loud musical horns particularly used by private buses,negative,-0.997397661
Brexit hit on Sri Lanka trade minimal: ADB,4/7/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will not be greatly affected by Brexit, and trade redirection to increase agricultural and industrial exports ...","Brexit hit on Sri Lanka trade minimal: ADB Sri Lanka will not be greatly affected by Brexit, and trade redirection to increase agricultural and industrial exports ...",negative,-0.981099427
Prez polls: JVP ready to lead people's movement with strong candidate if 20A not passed - Tilvin,4/6/2019,Politics,"The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) is prepared to lead a people's movement with a ""strong candidate"" in the upcoming pr...","Prez polls: JVP ready to lead people's movement with strong candidate if 20A not passed - Tilvin The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) is prepared to lead a people's movement with a ""strong candidate"" in the upcoming pr...",positive,0.906043947
Scientists set to unveil first picture of a black hole,4/6/2019,International news,"The world, it seems, is soon to see the first picture of a black hole.","Scientists set to unveil first picture of a black hole The world, it seems, is soon to see the first picture of a black hole.",positive,0.997143328
Thundershowers expected in some areas tomorrow while the sun shines directly overhead others,4/6/2019,Uncategorized,The Meteorological Department forecasts showers or thundershower in several areas of the country tomorrow afternoon incl...,Thundershowers expected in some areas tomorrow while the sun shines directly overhead others The Meteorological Department forecasts showers or thundershower in several areas of the country tomorrow afternoon incl...,positive,0.965196073
Capital Trust launches Taxiya after acquiring ride hailing firm,4/6/2019,Ground,"Sri Lanka based Capital Trust Holdings said it is launching a ride-hailing app branded Taxiya, after acquiring an existi...","Capital Trust launches Taxiya after acquiring ride hailing firm Sri Lanka based Capital Trust Holdings said it is launching a ride-hailing app branded Taxiya, after acquiring an existi...",positive,0.949095786
The three women hoping to upset India's Modi at the polls,4/6/2019,South Asia,India's alpha-male Prime Minister Narendra Modi faces three formidable women looking to spoil his chances of winning a n...,The three women hoping to upset India's Modi at the polls India's alpha-male Prime Minister Narendra Modi faces three formidable women looking to spoil his chances of winning a n...,negative,-0.999570787
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 4.7-pct in March,4/6/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's tourism arrivals rose 4.7 percent in March 2019 from a year earlier to 244,328, helped by visitors from the ...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 4.7-pct in March Sri Lanka's tourism arrivals rose 4.7 percent in March 2019 from a year earlier to 244,328, helped by visitors from the ...",positive,0.990422845
"Sri Lanka budget 2019 passes with 119 for, 74 against",4/5/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's budget for 2019 passed with 119 votes for and 74 against indicating that a number of opposition members did ...,"Sri Lanka budget 2019 passes with 119 for, 74 against Sri Lanka's budget for 2019 passed with 119 votes for and 74 against indicating that a number of opposition members did ...",negative,-0.967050374
"Sri Lanka casino tax only for locals, cricket betting to stop",4/5/2019,Economy,"A 50 US dollar per person casino entrance tax will only be charged from locals and not foreigners, Finance Minister Mang...","Sri Lanka casino tax only for locals, cricket betting to stop A 50 US dollar per person casino entrance tax will only be charged from locals and not foreigners, Finance Minister Mang...",negative,-0.988376021
Sri Lanka's Softlogic opens supermarkets in hospitals chain,4/5/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s Softlogic Holdings said it is opening ‘mini format’ Glomark supermarkets i...,Sri Lanka's Softlogic opens supermarkets in hospitals chain ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s Softlogic Holdings said it is opening ‘mini format’ Glomark supermarkets i...,negative,-0.89632076
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields fall on buying interest",4/5/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 174.80/00  to the US dollar in the spot market Friday, while stocks fell and bond yie...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields fall on buying interest Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 174.80/00  to the US dollar in the spot market Friday, while stocks fell and bond yie...",negative,-0.99916923
Sri Lanka to lift block on tax-slashed car imports for state workers,4/5/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka will progressively lift restrictions on tax free imports of cars for state workers from May 01 and lift all re...,Sri Lanka to lift block on tax-slashed car imports for state workers Sri Lanka will progressively lift restrictions on tax free imports of cars for state workers from May 01 and lift all re...,negative,-0.649630547
"Sri Lanka stocks retreat on Hemas, JKH selling",4/5/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange on Friday ended a rally which began on March 27, closing 0.57 percent lower with sell...","Sri Lanka stocks retreat on Hemas, JKH selling Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange on Friday ended a rally which began on March 27, closing 0.57 percent lower with sell...",negative,-0.998507559
Mahinda slams government’s incompetence,4/5/2019,Politics,Opposition Leader Mahinda Rajapaksa slammed the government for being incompetent as it is failing to deliver basic servi...,Mahinda slams government’s incompetence Opposition Leader Mahinda Rajapaksa slammed the government for being incompetent as it is failing to deliver basic servi...,negative,-0.999291539
Sri Lanka digital banking transactions double in third quarter of 2018,4/5/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT – Real-time digital transactions on Sri Lanka’s common electronic fund transfer system more th...,Sri Lanka digital banking transactions double in third quarter of 2018 ECONOMYNEXT – Real-time digital transactions on Sri Lanka’s common electronic fund transfer system more th...,negative,-0.684121728
Budget passes easily as SLFP abstains,4/5/2019,Politics,The government’s budget was passed in Parliament by a majority of 45 votes with many Opposition Member of Parliament a...,Budget passes easily as SLFP abstains The government’s budget was passed in Parliament by a majority of 45 votes with many Opposition Member of Parliament a...,positive,0.944593191
Foreign buyout of Edirisinghe assets complete - Finance minister,4/5/2019,Politics,The foreign buyout of the Edirisinghe family businesses has been completed and the depositors in the Finance Companies i...,Foreign buyout of Edirisinghe assets complete - Finance minister The foreign buyout of the Edirisinghe family businesses has been completed and the depositors in the Finance Companies i...,positive,0.965669751
No foreign transaction tax for educational purposes,4/5/2019,Uncategorized,The government announced that foreign transactions made using credit and debit cards for educational purposes would be e...,No foreign transaction tax for educational purposes The government announced that foreign transactions made using credit and debit cards for educational purposes would be e...,negative,-0.993956804
Lifelong support: Autism spectrum disorder beyond childhood in Sri Lanka,4/5/2019,Health,"Awareness of ASD is slowly rising in the country, but there is much work to be done, and critical blind spots remain.","Lifelong support: Autism spectrum disorder beyond childhood in Sri Lanka Awareness of ASD is slowly rising in the country, but there is much work to be done, and critical blind spots remain.",positive,0.902107477
Sri Lanka to set up Palmyrah fund for Northern development,4/5/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka will set up a fund for North East development which will be open for contribution from donors and the diaspora...,Sri Lanka to set up Palmyrah fund for Northern development Sri Lanka will set up a fund for North East development which will be open for contribution from donors and the diaspora...,positive,0.99810946
Sri Lanka to bring credit regulation law for micro loan sharks,4/5/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka will bring a credit regulation law to protect consumers from micro loans given by loan sharks, Finance Ministe...","Sri Lanka to bring credit regulation law for micro loan sharks Sri Lanka will bring a credit regulation law to protect consumers from micro loans given by loan sharks, Finance Ministe...",positive,0.928036153
Arjuna's bodyguard acquitted,4/5/2019,Politics,The police officer who was taken into custody in connection with the shooting incident at the Ceylon Petroleum Corporati...,Arjuna's bodyguard acquitted The police officer who was taken into custody in connection with the shooting incident at the Ceylon Petroleum Corporati...,positive,0.979822695
World's first 5G phone released in South Korea,4/5/2019,International news,"Samsung Electronics on Friday released the Galaxy S10 5G, the world's first available smartphone with built-in fifth-gen...","World's first 5G phone released in South Korea Samsung Electronics on Friday released the Galaxy S10 5G, the world's first available smartphone with built-in fifth-gen...",negative,-0.560788035
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks fall",4/5/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 174.70/78  to the US dollar in the spot market Friday morning, while stocks fell and ...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, stocks fall Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 174.70/78  to the US dollar in the spot market Friday morning, while stocks fell and ...",negative,-0.999525905
Britain scrambles for Brexit consensus as EU leaders hold out hope for deal,4/5/2019,International news,Britain's government redoubled its efforts Thursday to find common ground with the opposition as German Chancellor Angel...,Britain scrambles for Brexit consensus as EU leaders hold out hope for deal Britain's government redoubled its efforts Thursday to find common ground with the opposition as German Chancellor Angel...,negative,-0.994647443
Sri Lanka in talks for 500MW of floating power plants,4/5/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka's power ministry is in talks for around 500 MegaWatts of floating power plants to cover capacity shortfalls, P...","Sri Lanka in talks for 500MW of floating power plants Sri Lanka's power ministry is in talks for around 500 MegaWatts of floating power plants to cover capacity shortfalls, P...",negative,-0.976872325
Probe launched after student commits suicide due to ragging,4/5/2019,Politics,An investigation is being carried out on the death of a student at the Institute of Technology University of Moratuwa (I...,Probe launched after student commits suicide due to ragging An investigation is being carried out on the death of a student at the Institute of Technology University of Moratuwa (I...,negative,-0.996321082
Office for Reparations - commissioners appointed,4/5/2019,Uncategorized,"Six months after the Office for Reparations bill was passed in Parliament, five commissioners were appointed yesterday f...","Office for Reparations - commissioners appointed Six months after the Office for Reparations bill was passed in Parliament, five commissioners were appointed yesterday f...",negative,-0.954344511
"Most Asian markets rise with China, US optimistic on trade",4/5/2019,International news,Asian markets were mostly up in holiday-thinned trade on Friday as investors took support from hopes that China and the ...,"Most Asian markets rise with China, US optimistic on trade Asian markets were mostly up in holiday-thinned trade on Friday as investors took support from hopes that China and the ...",negative,-0.995008588
President orders quick release of NE lands,4/5/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena is claiming that the release of military acquired lands in the North and East has quicken...,President orders quick release of NE lands President Maithripala Sirisena is claiming that the release of military acquired lands in the North and East has quicken...,negative,-0.996782064
Top Sri Lanka women executives voice reservations on director quota,4/5/2019,Economy,Senior women executives of several Sri Lanka firms said they had reservations on a positive discrimination quota propose...,Top Sri Lanka women executives voice reservations on director quota Senior women executives of several Sri Lanka firms said they had reservations on a positive discrimination quota propose...,negative,-0.957290232
"New SriLankan Airlines business plan focuses on routes, fleet",4/4/2019,Aviation,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s loss-making national carrier said it has drawn up a new business plan aimed at r...,"New SriLankan Airlines business plan focuses on routes, fleet ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s loss-making national carrier said it has drawn up a new business plan aimed at r...",negative,-0.807172894
"Sri Lanka bond yields ease, stocks gain",4/4/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 174.70/85 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields fell, de...","Sri Lanka bond yields ease, stocks gain Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 174.70/85 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields fell, de...",negative,-0.991244078
Sri Lanka eyes 20-pct arrivals gain with free visa from May to October for off-season countries,4/4/2019,Business,Sri Lanka is planning to boost off-peak season arrivals by 20 percent in 2019 with the introduction of a free on-arrival...,Sri Lanka eyes 20-pct arrivals gain with free visa from May to October for off-season countries Sri Lanka is planning to boost off-peak season arrivals by 20 percent in 2019 with the introduction of a free on-arrival...,positive,0.988353848
Sri Lanka expects to connect 170MW plants to end blackouts,4/4/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board expects to re-connect two expired plants and go ahead with an emergency p...,Sri Lanka expects to connect 170MW plants to end blackouts Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board expects to re-connect two expired plants and go ahead with an emergency p...,negative,-0.996744752
"Sri Lanka stocks end 0.99-pct higher, buying interest on JKH",4/4/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange closed 0.99-pct higher with buying interest in index-heavy stocks, provisional data s...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.99-pct higher, buying interest on JKH Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange closed 0.99-pct higher with buying interest in index-heavy stocks, provisional data s...",negative,-0.990060806
ADB expects Sri Lanka growth to recover to 3.6-pct in 2019,4/4/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's growth is expected to recover to 3.6 percent in 2019, up from 3.2 percent in 2018, amid higher state spendin...","ADB expects Sri Lanka growth to recover to 3.6-pct in 2019 Sri Lanka's growth is expected to recover to 3.6 percent in 2019, up from 3.2 percent in 2018, amid higher state spendin...",negative,-0.980678141
Malik Ranasinghe appointed chairman of Sampath Bank Sri Lanka,4/4/2019,Culture,"Malik Ranasinghe, a former academic, has been named the Chairman of Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Plc, a statement said.","Malik Ranasinghe appointed chairman of Sampath Bank Sri Lanka Malik Ranasinghe, a former academic, has been named the Chairman of Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Plc, a statement said.",positive,0.995989382
Landmark Supreme Court decision will change environmental litigation,4/4/2019,Uncategorized,The Supreme Court has ordered the payment of compensation of Rs. 20 million to residents whose wells were polluted.,Landmark Supreme Court decision will change environmental litigation The Supreme Court has ordered the payment of compensation of Rs. 20 million to residents whose wells were polluted.,positive,0.989399076
Sri Lanka has a 50-pct chance of rate cut: Research house,4/4/2019,Bonds & Forex,There is a 50 percent chance of a cut in Sri Lanka's 9.0 percent ceiling policy rate and a narrowing of a policy corrido...,Sri Lanka has a 50-pct chance of rate cut: Research house There is a 50 percent chance of a cut in Sri Lanka's 9.0 percent ceiling policy rate and a narrowing of a policy corrido...,negative,-0.984331846
Sri Lanka parliament committee slams failures in public finance management,4/4/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – A Sri Lankan parliamentary committee overseeing public spending has criticised the finance ministry...,Sri Lanka parliament committee slams failures in public finance management ECONOMYNEXT – A Sri Lankan parliamentary committee overseeing public spending has criticised the finance ministry...,negative,-0.99766314
Dilhara Lokuhettige charged by ICC,4/4/2019,Sports,Lokuhettige has 14 days from 3 april 2019 to respond to new charges,Dilhara Lokuhettige charged by ICC Lokuhettige has 14 days from 3 april 2019 to respond to new charges,negative,-0.971744895
SL ranked 2nd in the Global Climate Risk Index,4/4/2019,Uncategorized,Losses occured during this period is USD 2.9 Billion- Eran Wickramaratne,SL ranked 2nd in the Global Climate Risk Index Losses occured during this period is USD 2.9 Billion- Eran Wickramaratne,negative,-0.989153028
Govt plans to stop drug imports in two years - Rajitha,4/4/2019,Economy,"The Government aims to stop importing drugs by the end of 2020, Minister of Health, Nutrition and Indigenous Medicine Ra...","Govt plans to stop drug imports in two years - Rajitha The Government aims to stop importing drugs by the end of 2020, Minister of Health, Nutrition and Indigenous Medicine Ra...",negative,-0.984987319
Sri Lanka insurance premiums growth slows down to 9.5-pct in 2018,4/4/2019,Finance,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's insurance industry grew 9.5 percent from a year earlier to 175.7 billion rupees in gross writt...,Sri Lanka insurance premiums growth slows down to 9.5-pct in 2018 ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's insurance industry grew 9.5 percent from a year earlier to 175.7 billion rupees in gross writt...,negative,-0.99479419
"PM wants to make SL ""strongest economic hub"" in region",4/4/2019,Economy,Plans have been formulated to make Sri Lanka the strongest economic hub in the region by transforming the whole country ...,"PM wants to make SL ""strongest economic hub"" in region Plans have been formulated to make Sri Lanka the strongest economic hub in the region by transforming the whole country ...",positive,0.998707771
Contrasting weather in different parts of the country - Met Dept.,4/4/2019,Uncategorized,"The Meteorological Department is warning people living in the  North-western, Western and Southern Provinces and Mannar,...","Contrasting weather in different parts of the country - Met Dept. The Meteorological Department is warning people living in the  North-western, Western and Southern Provinces and Mannar,...",negative,-0.706611633
Virgin Australia cuts staff deal with Brunei airline over sharia law,4/4/2019,International news,The Australian arm of Richard Branson's Virgin Airlines has cancelled a staff travel agreement with Brunei's national ca...,Virgin Australia cuts staff deal with Brunei airline over sharia law The Australian arm of Richard Branson's Virgin Airlines has cancelled a staff travel agreement with Brunei's national ca...,negative,-0.998538375
Sri Lanka power crisis 65-pct due to politicians: Ravi,4/4/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's current electricity crisis is 65 percent due political failures while the regulator also shared blame, Power...","Sri Lanka power crisis 65-pct due to politicians: Ravi Sri Lanka's current electricity crisis is 65 percent due political failures while the regulator also shared blame, Power...",negative,-0.995936275
Global stocks rise on US-China trade deal hopes,4/4/2019,International news,"Global stock markets rose Wednesday on optimism over US-China trade talks, while the pound gained on the dollar amid hop...","Global stocks rise on US-China trade deal hopes Global stock markets rose Wednesday on optimism over US-China trade talks, while the pound gained on the dollar amid hop...",positive,0.880561709
"Power crisis has readied Sri Lanka for costly emergency; unsolicited plants, mafias win, say CEB Eng...",4/3/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's power crisis with daily blackouts has been brought to a stage where the public no longer cares at what price...,"Power crisis has readied Sri Lanka for costly emergency; unsolicited plants, mafias win, say CEB Eng... Sri Lanka's power crisis with daily blackouts has been brought to a stage where the public no longer cares at what price...",negative,-0.999064744
India's Ircon wins US$91mn deal to modernise northern Sri Lanka rail line,4/3/2019,Ground,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's government has awarded India’s Ircon International Ltd. a contract for 91.3 million US ...,India's Ircon wins US$91mn deal to modernise northern Sri Lanka rail line ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's government has awarded India’s Ircon International Ltd. a contract for 91.3 million US ...,negative,-0.843973517
Sri Lanka’s tea exports up but dollar earnings down,4/3/2019,Agriculture,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s tea export shipments rose in the first two months of 2019 but earnings in US dol...,Sri Lanka’s tea exports up but dollar earnings down ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s tea export shipments rose in the first two months of 2019 but earnings in US dol...,negative,-0.975976408
Sri Lanka’s Hayleys executive for Fortune’s women’s mentorship program,4/3/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Manohari Abeyesekera, Head of Strategic Business Development at Sri Lankan conglomerate Hayleys PLC, has b...","Sri Lanka’s Hayleys executive for Fortune’s women’s mentorship program ECONOMYNEXT - Manohari Abeyesekera, Head of Strategic Business Development at Sri Lankan conglomerate Hayleys PLC, has b...",negative,-0.960152984
"Sri Lanka stocks gain 0.46-pct, continues 5-day rally",4/3/2019,Markets,"Stocks in Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchanged closed 0.34 percent higher on Wednesday, continuing a rally seen over the ...","Sri Lanka stocks gain 0.46-pct, continues 5-day rally Stocks in Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchanged closed 0.34 percent higher on Wednesday, continuing a rally seen over the ...",negative,-0.761440933
Sri Lanka 12-month Treasuries yield falls 25-bp to 10.15-pct,4/3/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill yields fell across maturities at Wednesday’s auction with 12-month bills ...,Sri Lanka 12-month Treasuries yield falls 25-bp to 10.15-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill yields fell across maturities at Wednesday’s auction with 12-month bills ...,negative,-0.998729527
"Sri Lanka lube market stagnant in 2018 on soft-peg collapse, hydro power",4/3/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's lubricant market has fallen 0.3 percent in 2018 amid Central Bank trade controls to protect a soft-pegged ru...,"Sri Lanka lube market stagnant in 2018 on soft-peg collapse, hydro power Sri Lanka's lubricant market has fallen 0.3 percent in 2018 amid Central Bank trade controls to protect a soft-pegged ru...",negative,-0.999663353
Sri Lanka's Senkadagala Finance Rs1.75B Basel-III compliant debt rated BBB(lka): Fitch,4/3/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Fitch Ratings said it has assigned Sri Lanka's Senkadagala Finance Plc's proposed 1.75 billion Basel III-c...,Sri Lanka's Senkadagala Finance Rs1.75B Basel-III compliant debt rated BBB(lka): Fitch ECONOMYNEXT - Fitch Ratings said it has assigned Sri Lanka's Senkadagala Finance Plc's proposed 1.75 billion Basel III-c...,negative,-0.97791183
Sri Lanka investment agency opens centre in Hambantota port,4/3/2019,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Board of Investment (BOI) has set up a ‘one-stop’ service centre at...,Sri Lanka investment agency opens centre in Hambantota port ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Board of Investment (BOI) has set up a ‘one-stop’ service centre at...,negative,-0.739061654
PUCSL adamant that CEB is to blame,4/3/2019,Uncategorized,"The very public spat between the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) and the regulator, the Public Utilities Commission of Sr...","PUCSL adamant that CEB is to blame The very public spat between the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) and the regulator, the Public Utilities Commission of Sr...",negative,-0.996980488
Student enrolment propels 40-pct growth in Sri Lanka logistics institute membership,4/3/2019,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT – Membership of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) in Sri Lanka grew 40 percen...,Student enrolment propels 40-pct growth in Sri Lanka logistics institute membership ECONOMYNEXT – Membership of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) in Sri Lanka grew 40 percen...,positive,0.970718801
"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bond yields fall post-auction",4/3/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee ended stronger at 174.45/60 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields fell following a primary au...","Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bond yields fall post-auction Sri Lanka's rupee ended stronger at 174.45/60 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields fell following a primary au...",negative,-0.985101223
All citizens take oath to fight drugs,4/3/2019,Politics,Citizens of Sri Lanka were invited to take the National Pledge ‘Bak Maha Divruma’ as a commitment to eradicate the d...,All citizens take oath to fight drugs Citizens of Sri Lanka were invited to take the National Pledge ‘Bak Maha Divruma’ as a commitment to eradicate the d...,positive,0.929973066
Sri Lanka Commercial Bank's proposed Rs15bn Basel III debentures rated AA-(lka): Fitch,4/3/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Fitch Ratings said it has assigned an AA-(lka) rating to Sri Lanka's listed Commercial Bank's proposed 15 ...,Sri Lanka Commercial Bank's proposed Rs15bn Basel III debentures rated AA-(lka): Fitch ECONOMYNEXT - Fitch Ratings said it has assigned an AA-(lka) rating to Sri Lanka's listed Commercial Bank's proposed 15 ...,negative,-0.991765559
Mannar ASP remanded till 11 April,4/3/2019,Uncategorized,Mannar Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) U. D. Alawatta was remanded till 11 April by the Kesbewa Magistrate yest...,Mannar ASP remanded till 11 April Mannar Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) U. D. Alawatta was remanded till 11 April by the Kesbewa Magistrate yest...,negative,-0.911184609
Sri Lanka's CEB needs Rs40bn bailout amid Rs89bn projected loss: Minister,4/3/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board needs a 40 billion rupee bailout from tax-payers now for fuel bought on c...,Sri Lanka's CEB needs Rs40bn bailout amid Rs89bn projected loss: Minister Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board needs a 40 billion rupee bailout from tax-payers now for fuel bought on c...,negative,-0.99841094
'Soththi Upali's son arrested,4/3/2019,Uncategorized,The Anti-Corruption Unit of the Colombo Police Division yesterday apprehended deceased underworld leader Soththi Upali's...,'Soththi Upali's son arrested The Anti-Corruption Unit of the Colombo Police Division yesterday apprehended deceased underworld leader Soththi Upali's...,positive,0.755867541
FR to be filed on behalf of remanded writer,4/3/2019,Politics,A fundamental rights petition is to be filed against the arrest of writer Shakthika Sathkumara who was remanded by the P...,FR to be filed on behalf of remanded writer A fundamental rights petition is to be filed against the arrest of writer Shakthika Sathkumara who was remanded by the P...,negative,-0.985724926
"After the Moon in 2024, NASA wants to reach Mars by 2033",4/3/2019,International news,"NASA has made it clear they want astronauts back on the Moon in 2024, and now, they are zeroing in on the Red Planet -- ...","After the Moon in 2024, NASA wants to reach Mars by 2033 NASA has made it clear they want astronauts back on the Moon in 2024, and now, they are zeroing in on the Red Planet -- ...",negative,-0.994230032
Pound gains as May seeks another delay on Brexit,4/3/2019,International news,The pound advanced Tuesday after British Prime Minister Theresa May said she would seek another extension from the EU on...,Pound gains as May seeks another delay on Brexit The pound advanced Tuesday after British Prime Minister Theresa May said she would seek another extension from the EU on...,negative,-0.987489045
Sri Lanka axing climate-related spending to narrow deficit,4/3/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka, which has been hit by extreme droughts and floods and been identified as one of the top countries at risk fro...","Sri Lanka axing climate-related spending to narrow deficit Sri Lanka, which has been hit by extreme droughts and floods and been identified as one of the top countries at risk fro...",negative,-0.989668548
Dimuth fined by Sri Lanka Cricket,4/3/2019,Politics,We just want to send a strong message to everyone that we mean business- Mohan de sliva,Dimuth fined by Sri Lanka Cricket We just want to send a strong message to everyone that we mean business- Mohan de sliva,positive,0.993347347
"Citibank’s Sri Lanka unit maintains zero bad loans record, retains 'AAA(lka)' rating",4/2/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT – Fitch Ratings Lanka said it has confirmed Citibank N.A. – Colombo Branch's national long-ter...,"Citibank’s Sri Lanka unit maintains zero bad loans record, retains 'AAA(lka)' rating ECONOMYNEXT – Fitch Ratings Lanka said it has confirmed Citibank N.A. – Colombo Branch's national long-ter...",positive,0.929184496
MAS Holdings to develop wearable menstruation tech for Sri Lankan women,4/2/2019,Apparel,"MAS Holdings, an apparel manufacturer, is working on wearable technology to make menstruation more bearable for Sri Lank...","MAS Holdings to develop wearable menstruation tech for Sri Lankan women MAS Holdings, an apparel manufacturer, is working on wearable technology to make menstruation more bearable for Sri Lank...",negative,-0.976218343
"Sri Lanka sells 3-year bonds at 10.72-pct, 8-years at 11.24-pct",4/2/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has sold 40 billion rupees of 3 and 8 year bonds at close to market rates at an auction to be settled on April...,"Sri Lanka sells 3-year bonds at 10.72-pct, 8-years at 11.24-pct Sri Lanka has sold 40 billion rupees of 3 and 8 year bonds at close to market rates at an auction to be settled on April...",negative,-0.982595086
Fitch confirms Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata at 'AAA(lka)'/Stable,4/2/2019,ICT,ECONOMYNEXT - Fitch Ratings said it has confirmed the national long-term rating of Sri Lankan telecoms company Dialog Ax...,Fitch confirms Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata at 'AAA(lka)'/Stable ECONOMYNEXT - Fitch Ratings said it has confirmed the national long-term rating of Sri Lankan telecoms company Dialog Ax...,positive,0.993106782
"Sri Lanka stocks gain 0.19-pct, buying interest on HNB",4/2/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange closed 0.19 percent higher on Tuesday, with buying pressure on Hatton National Bank (...","Sri Lanka stocks gain 0.19-pct, buying interest on HNB Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange closed 0.19 percent higher on Tuesday, with buying pressure on Hatton National Bank (...",negative,-0.994695961
Sri Lanka plans to pay Rs45 a unit to generator owners,4/2/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka is prepared to pay 45 rupees per kilowatt to owners of generators who can synchronise their plants with the el...,Sri Lanka plans to pay Rs45 a unit to generator owners Sri Lanka is prepared to pay 45 rupees per kilowatt to owners of generators who can synchronise their plants with the el...,negative,-0.992758751
Road traffic fines increased,4/2/2019,Uncategorized,"Fines for drunk driving,driving without licence, insurance cover and  excessive speeds increased.","Road traffic fines increased Fines for drunk driving,driving without licence, insurance cover and  excessive speeds increased.",negative,-0.937657475
Regulator takes CEB to court,4/2/2019,Uncategorized,The disagreement between the Regulator the CEB is in Court,Regulator takes CEB to court The disagreement between the Regulator the CEB is in Court,negative,-0.981392682
Lawyers call out police overreach in writer arrest,4/2/2019,Politics,"Condemning it as a serious violation of freedom of speech, senior lawyers today accused the Polgahawela police of unprec...","Lawyers call out police overreach in writer arrest Condemning it as a serious violation of freedom of speech, senior lawyers today accused the Polgahawela police of unprec...",negative,-0.998001516
"Supermarkets, suppliers boosting Sri Lanka’s Cargills banking business",4/2/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s Cargills Bank has said the extensive network of supermarkets and small and medium enter...,"Supermarkets, suppliers boosting Sri Lanka’s Cargills banking business ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s Cargills Bank has said the extensive network of supermarkets and small and medium enter...",positive,0.964028656
President to replace year 5 scholarship with year  7 or 8 exam,4/2/2019,Education,A good education system is need to create a disciplined generation of children-President,President to replace year 5 scholarship with year  7 or 8 exam A good education system is need to create a disciplined generation of children-President,positive,0.975312591
Sri Lanka's MTD Walkers says expects to pay defaulted bond interest in April,4/2/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's MTD Walkers Plc, a troubled construction firm said it expects to pay defaulted interest on it unsecured debe...","Sri Lanka's MTD Walkers says expects to pay defaulted bond interest in April Sri Lanka's MTD Walkers Plc, a troubled construction firm said it expects to pay defaulted interest on it unsecured debe...",negative,-0.997689486
Five Policemen including an ASP arrested over alleged enforced disappearance,4/2/2019,Uncategorized,Detainee was taken by the complaint party while in custody-CID source,Five Policemen including an ASP arrested over alleged enforced disappearance Detainee was taken by the complaint party while in custody-CID source,negative,-0.964241505
"Asian markets extend gains after strong data, pound holds ground",4/2/2019,International news,"Asian investors pressed on with their buying spree Tuesday as they took up the baton from a strong Wall Street rally, ch...","Asian markets extend gains after strong data, pound holds ground Asian investors pressed on with their buying spree Tuesday as they took up the baton from a strong Wall Street rally, ch...",positive,0.99614346
Chevron calls for Sri Lanka lube regulator with powers to limit competition,4/2/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's listed Chevron Lubricants Lanka Plc is calling for enforceable regulations to keep unlicensed players out of...,Chevron calls for Sri Lanka lube regulator with powers to limit competition Sri Lanka's listed Chevron Lubricants Lanka Plc is calling for enforceable regulations to keep unlicensed players out of...,negative,-0.994304001
"Tipper, Lorry Collision kills two in Aranaganwila.",4/2/2019,Uncategorized,Identities of the dead are yet to be confirmed while are two injured.,"Tipper, Lorry Collision kills two in Aranaganwila. Identities of the dead are yet to be confirmed while are two injured.",negative,-0.994957268
"Sri Lanka solar, renewable power sector pays zero tax: minister",4/2/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's renewable power sector is not paying a single cent as taxes, while levies have gone up in many other sectors...","Sri Lanka solar, renewable power sector pays zero tax: minister Sri Lanka's renewable power sector is not paying a single cent as taxes, while levies have gone up in many other sectors...",negative,-0.965907931
Women continue to lag behind in employment,4/2/2019,Politics,Educated women still lag behind in the work force the latest surveys show. ,Women continue to lag behind in employment Educated women still lag behind in the work force the latest surveys show. ,negative,-0.995160282
"India's 'terrible' satellite blast creates 400 pieces of debris, endangering spacecraft",4/2/2019,South Asia,"The head of NASA on Monday branded India's destruction of one of its satellites a ""terrible thing"" that had created 400 ...","India's 'terrible' satellite blast creates 400 pieces of debris, endangering spacecraft The head of NASA on Monday branded India's destruction of one of its satellites a ""terrible thing"" that had created 400 ...",negative,-0.999653697
Sri Lanka destroys nearly 800 kilos of cocaine,4/2/2019,Legal,"Sri Lankan police on Monday destroyed nearly 800 kilos (1,280 pounds) of cocaine in the presence of President Maithripal...","Sri Lanka destroys nearly 800 kilos of cocaine Sri Lankan police on Monday destroyed nearly 800 kilos (1,280 pounds) of cocaine in the presence of President Maithripal...",negative,-0.999093771
SLPP pressures SLFP to vote against the Budget,4/2/2019,Politics,SLPP wants the SLFP to match words and deeds and vote against the Government ,SLPP pressures SLFP to vote against the Budget SLPP wants the SLFP to match words and deeds and vote against the Government ,negative,-0.998375297
Fiction writer arrested for allegedly insulting Buddhism,4/2/2019,Politics,A Sri Lankan author and poet has been arrested for allegedly insulting Buddhism in a short story recently published on t...,Fiction writer arrested for allegedly insulting Buddhism A Sri Lankan author and poet has been arrested for allegedly insulting Buddhism in a short story recently published on t...,negative,-0.993599176
Sri Lanka deploys police commandos against mineral sands robbers,4/1/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – Police commandos have been deployed at a state-owned beach mineral sands mine in north-eastern Sri ...,Sri Lanka deploys police commandos against mineral sands robbers ECONOMYNEXT – Police commandos have been deployed at a state-owned beach mineral sands mine in north-eastern Sri ...,negative,-0.949113011
Sri Lanka govt warns against fear-mongering over UN resolution,4/1/2019,Legal,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s deposed former regime members are distorting a United Nations human rights rulin...,Sri Lanka govt warns against fear-mongering over UN resolution ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s deposed former regime members are distorting a United Nations human rights rulin...,negative,-0.995732129
"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bond yields stable ahead of auction",4/1/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee ended stronger at 174.60/75 to the US dollar on Monday continuing on its previous gains, while bond yi...","Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bond yields stable ahead of auction Sri Lanka's rupee ended stronger at 174.60/75 to the US dollar on Monday continuing on its previous gains, while bond yi...",positive,0.987738609
Sri Lanka legislator repeats Vasudeva P-word,4/1/2019,Political News,"A Sri Lankan legislator used an un-parliamentary word in a debate Monday, which been associated with veteran member Vasu...","Sri Lanka legislator repeats Vasudeva P-word A Sri Lankan legislator used an un-parliamentary word in a debate Monday, which been associated with veteran member Vasu...",negative,-0.987159133
Bad loans cut Sri Lanka's BoC net in December quarter,4/1/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's state-owned Bank of Ceylon said its net profits for the December 2018 quarter fell 1.9 percent to 6.65 billi...,Bad loans cut Sri Lanka's BoC net in December quarter Sri Lanka's state-owned Bank of Ceylon said its net profits for the December 2018 quarter fell 1.9 percent to 6.65 billi...,negative,-0.999449193
"Sri Lanka stocks end 0.19-pct higher on banks, telco buying",4/1/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.27 percent higher amidst buying interest in Sri Lanka Telecom and banking stocks, provisional ...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.19-pct higher on banks, telco buying Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.27 percent higher amidst buying interest in Sri Lanka Telecom and banking stocks, provisional ...",negative,-0.984753966
Private credit in Sri Lanka turns negative after four years in Jan 2019,4/1/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's credit to private borrowers from commercial banks turned negative in January 2019 for the first time since 2...,Private credit in Sri Lanka turns negative after four years in Jan 2019 Sri Lanka's credit to private borrowers from commercial banks turned negative in January 2019 for the first time since 2...,negative,-0.999733508
Dimuth Karunaratne apologizes,4/1/2019,Sports,Sri Lankan cricketer Dimuth Karunaratne is apologizing through his Facebook account for the accident that took place in ...,Dimuth Karunaratne apologizes Sri Lankan cricketer Dimuth Karunaratne is apologizing through his Facebook account for the accident that took place in ...,negative,-0.993991554
PUCSL to let CEB purchase 100MW of power,4/1/2019,Uncategorized,The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has approved a decision by the Ceylon Electricity Board ( CEB) top...,PUCSL to let CEB purchase 100MW of power The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has approved a decision by the Ceylon Electricity Board ( CEB) top...,positive,0.740042984
Huge haul of cocaine destroyed,4/1/2019,Uncategorized,A huge haul of Cocaine seized by police was destroyed under supervision today.,Huge haul of cocaine destroyed A huge haul of Cocaine seized by police was destroyed under supervision today.,negative,-0.999005854
Sri Lanka prisons over-crowded 'hell-holes',4/1/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka's prison system is holding 22,000 inmates though the system is designed to have only 8,000 persons making them...","Sri Lanka prisons over-crowded 'hell-holes' Sri Lanka's prison system is holding 22,000 inmates though the system is designed to have only 8,000 persons making them...",negative,-0.997194529
Residents split on future of Romania's trash heap 'time-bomb',4/1/2019,International news,"The towering heap of rubbish at the Pata-Rat landfill in western Romania has been condemned as an ""environmental time bo...","Residents split on future of Romania's trash heap 'time-bomb' The towering heap of rubbish at the Pata-Rat landfill in western Romania has been condemned as an ""environmental time bo...",negative,-0.998690307
Sri Lanka unemployment rises to 4.6-pct in 4Q18,4/1/2019,Economy,"Unemployment in Sri Lanka grew to 4.6 percent in the fourth quarter of 2018 from 4 percent a year earlier, with loss of ...","Sri Lanka unemployment rises to 4.6-pct in 4Q18 Unemployment in Sri Lanka grew to 4.6 percent in the fourth quarter of 2018 from 4 percent a year earlier, with loss of ...",negative,-0.998700976
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks gain 0.05-pct",4/1/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened stronger against the US dollar on Monday amidst low trading volumes while stock...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks gain 0.05-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened stronger against the US dollar on Monday amidst low trading volumes while stock...",negative,-0.976727664
"In hidden mountain air base, Albania stores MiGs for sale",4/1/2019,International news,On a barren hillside in northern Albania lies a portal to the country's communist past: a massive steel door creaks open...,"In hidden mountain air base, Albania stores MiGs for sale On a barren hillside in northern Albania lies a portal to the country's communist past: a massive steel door creaks open...",negative,-0.981882632
"Sri Lanka PM, President behind LNG 'hedging style' deals: legislator",4/1/2019,Energy,Parties promoted by Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and President Maithripala Sirisena are behind two co...,"Sri Lanka PM, President behind LNG 'hedging style' deals: legislator Parties promoted by Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe and President Maithripala Sirisena are behind two co...",positive,0.863385975
Asian markets extend rally as China data lifts optimism,4/1/2019,International news,"Asian markets rallied Monday, building on last week's healthy gains with investors buoyed by optimism over China-US trad...","Asian markets extend rally as China data lifts optimism Asian markets rallied Monday, building on last week's healthy gains with investors buoyed by optimism over China-US trad...",positive,0.996636391
Sri Lanka on track to connect 377MW of solar power by 2020,4/1/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka has so far built 177 MegaWatts of rooftop solar and a further 300MW of larger plants are under development or ...,Sri Lanka on track to connect 377MW of solar power by 2020 Sri Lanka has so far built 177 MegaWatts of rooftop solar and a further 300MW of larger plants are under development or ...,positive,0.910980165
Enterprise Sri Lanka credit grows to Rs79bn,3/31/2019,Banking,"Loans under Enterprise Sri Lanka subsidized credit has totaled 79 billion rupees to 46,673 recipients since the program ...","Enterprise Sri Lanka credit grows to Rs79bn Loans under Enterprise Sri Lanka subsidized credit has totaled 79 billion rupees to 46,673 recipients since the program ...",negative,-0.878055513
Sri Lanka's Sanasa Bank in the red in Dec 2018 quarter,3/31/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's listed Sanasa Development Bank reported a loss of 26.1 million rupees in the December 2018 quarter, down 113...","Sri Lanka's Sanasa Bank in the red in Dec 2018 quarter Sri Lanka's listed Sanasa Development Bank reported a loss of 26.1 million rupees in the December 2018 quarter, down 113...",negative,-0.999535561
"Punitive 'feel-the-pain taxes,' face opposition in EU",3/31/2019,International news,Taxes on products considered polluting are struggling to gain ground in the European Union despite backing from Brussels...,"Punitive 'feel-the-pain taxes,' face opposition in EU Taxes on products considered polluting are struggling to gain ground in the European Union despite backing from Brussels...",negative,-0.997391224
Sena Yaddehige charged with insider dealing by Sri Lanka regulator,3/31/2019,Legal,"Sena Yaddehige, Chairman of publicly listed Sri Lanka based group Richard Pieris Plc, has been charged with insider deal...","Sena Yaddehige charged with insider dealing by Sri Lanka regulator Sena Yaddehige, Chairman of publicly listed Sri Lanka based group Richard Pieris Plc, has been charged with insider deal...",negative,-0.955300689
Karunaratne allowed bail,3/31/2019,Sports,Sri Lanka's Test Cricket Captain Dimuth Karunaratne was this morning allowed bail by the Narahenpita Traffic Court magis...,Karunaratne allowed bail Sri Lanka's Test Cricket Captain Dimuth Karunaratne was this morning allowed bail by the Narahenpita Traffic Court magis...,negative,-0.898711741
French anti-carbon tax protests stretch to 20th week,3/31/2019,International news,"Tens of thousands of French ""yellow vest"" demonstrators on Saturday staged their 20th week of anti-government protests d...","French anti-carbon tax protests stretch to 20th week Tens of thousands of French ""yellow vest"" demonstrators on Saturday staged their 20th week of anti-government protests d...",negative,-0.946583748
"Sri Lanka mulls changes to electric car, carbon taxes",3/31/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is open to amending carbon taxes and import duties on electric vehicles, ministers have said.","Sri Lanka mulls changes to electric car, carbon taxes Sri Lanka is open to amending carbon taxes and import duties on electric vehicles, ministers have said.",negative,-0.977142513
The great sex recession: porn and games fallout,3/30/2019,International news,"The share of American adults having no sex in the past year reached an all-time high in 2018, an intimate survey reveale...","The great sex recession: porn and games fallout The share of American adults having no sex in the past year reached an all-time high in 2018, an intimate survey reveale...",positive,0.613434553
"Sri Lanka begins 5,000 tonne climate-controlled vegetable store",3/30/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka has begun constructing a 5,000 tonnes climate controlled warehouse at the country's main farmgate vegetable ex...","Sri Lanka begins 5,000 tonne climate-controlled vegetable store Sri Lanka has begun constructing a 5,000 tonnes climate controlled warehouse at the country's main farmgate vegetable ex...",negative,-0.990261137
Sri Lanka's MAS Holdings in drive to boost women in top management,3/30/2019,Markets,"MAS Holdings, one of Sri Lanka's largest apparel producers, is on a drive to bring more women into upper management, an ...","Sri Lanka's MAS Holdings in drive to boost women in top management MAS Holdings, one of Sri Lanka's largest apparel producers, is on a drive to bring more women into upper management, an ...",positive,0.996311486
"George Clooney calls for boycot of Brunei-owned hotels over killing gays, adulterers",3/30/2019,International news,American actor George Clooney has called for a boycott of nine Brunei-owned hotels over the sultanate's imposition of th...,"George Clooney calls for boycot of Brunei-owned hotels over killing gays, adulterers American actor George Clooney has called for a boycott of nine Brunei-owned hotels over the sultanate's imposition of th...",negative,-0.992741466
Sri lanka's Sanasa to get US$10mn in Dutch funding,3/30/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's Sanasa Development Bank Plc, a publicly traded firm linked to the co-operative movement, said it planned to ...","Sri lanka's Sanasa to get US$10mn in Dutch funding Sri Lanka's Sanasa Development Bank Plc, a publicly traded firm linked to the co-operative movement, said it planned to ...",negative,-0.993000507
Srima Dissanayake passes away,3/30/2019,Politics,"Srima Dissanayake, wife of former Minister Gamini Dissanayake and mother of Minister Navin Dissanayake and MP Mayantha D...","Srima Dissanayake passes away Srima Dissanayake, wife of former Minister Gamini Dissanayake and mother of Minister Navin Dissanayake and MP Mayantha D...",negative,-0.942239881
Natural gas fund proposed for Sri Lankan hydrocarbon deposit earnings,3/29/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka should set up a natural gas fund to manage the revenue expected from offshore hydrocarbon...,Natural gas fund proposed for Sri Lankan hydrocarbon deposit earnings ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka should set up a natural gas fund to manage the revenue expected from offshore hydrocarbon...,negative,-0.958460331
"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bond yields fall",3/29/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee ended stronger at 175.30/50 to the US dollar on Friday after trading as high as 175.20/50 in the morni...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bond yields fall Sri Lanka's rupee ended stronger at 175.30/50 to the US dollar on Friday after trading as high as 175.20/50 in the morni...",negative,-0.890668571
Sri Lanka inflation rises 4.3-pct in March,3/29/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's consumer price inflation rose to a six-month high of 4.3 percent in March 2019 from a year earlier, data fro...","Sri Lanka inflation rises 4.3-pct in March Sri Lanka's consumer price inflation rose to a six-month high of 4.3 percent in March 2019 from a year earlier, data fro...",negative,-0.951565564
"Sri Lanka stocks gain 0.02-pct on insurance, banking",3/29/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.02 percent higher on Friday, on the back of banking and insurance shares, brokers said.","Sri Lanka stocks gain 0.02-pct on insurance, banking Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.02 percent higher on Friday, on the back of banking and insurance shares, brokers said.",negative,-0.978994131
Sri Lanka data privacy bill to parliament in three months,3/29/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka will introduce a new bill on data privacy within three months, a minister said.","Sri Lanka data privacy bill to parliament in three months Sri Lanka will introduce a new bill on data privacy within three months, a minister said.",positive,0.888115346
Ranil calls for reforms in Higher Education,3/29/2019,Education,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is calling for major reforms in the Higher Education system in Sri Lanka including t...,Ranil calls for reforms in Higher Education Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is calling for major reforms in the Higher Education system in Sri Lanka including t...,positive,0.900355518
"Sri Lanka cuts 7-day policy rate 50bp to 8.5-pct, overnight at 8.58-pct",3/29/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's Central Bank has cut its 7-day policy rate at which cash is injected by 50 basis points to 8.50 percent over...,"Sri Lanka cuts 7-day policy rate 50bp to 8.5-pct, overnight at 8.58-pct Sri Lanka's Central Bank has cut its 7-day policy rate at which cash is injected by 50 basis points to 8.50 percent over...",negative,-0.995433748
Asian markets rally as blockbuster quarter draws to close,3/29/2019,International news,"Asian markets rose Friday, putting them on course to end the week on a positive note with investors looking past a downg...","Asian markets rally as blockbuster quarter draws to close Asian markets rose Friday, putting them on course to end the week on a positive note with investors looking past a downg...",positive,0.999585688
"Sri Lanka rupee gains, bonds yields steady in mid-morning trade",3/29/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted higher at 175.20/50 to the US dollar in mid-morning trade on Friday, while bond yields were...","Sri Lanka rupee gains, bonds yields steady in mid-morning trade Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted higher at 175.20/50 to the US dollar in mid-morning trade on Friday, while bond yields were...",negative,-0.600361168
Sri Lanka firms with 'sustainable' reporting could draw Australian investment: envoy,3/29/2019,Markets,Sri Lankan companies could attract state and private funds from Australia in the future if they publish reports on envir...,Sri Lanka firms with 'sustainable' reporting could draw Australian investment: envoy Sri Lankan companies could attract state and private funds from Australia in the future if they publish reports on envir...,negative,-0.58906126
Germany aid for technical training of southern Sri Lanka youth,3/29/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – The German government will grant 11 million euro to build a German Technical Training Centre in Mat...,Germany aid for technical training of southern Sri Lanka youth ECONOMYNEXT – The German government will grant 11 million euro to build a German Technical Training Centre in Mat...,negative,-0.814836502
Veteran singer Angeline Gunathilaka is no more,3/29/2019,Uncategorized,"Veteran singer Anjaleen Gunathilaka passed away a short while ago, at the age of 79. She was undergoing treatment at the...","Veteran singer Angeline Gunathilaka is no more Veteran singer Anjaleen Gunathilaka passed away a short while ago, at the age of 79. She was undergoing treatment at the...",negative,-0.956280351
Sri Lanka's state-owned People's Bank 2018 profits up 3.5-pct,3/29/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's state-owned People's Bank grew 3.5 percent from a year earlier to 20 billion rupees...,Sri Lanka's state-owned People's Bank 2018 profits up 3.5-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's state-owned People's Bank grew 3.5 percent from a year earlier to 20 billion rupees...,negative,-0.698056757
First Sri Lanka multimodal transport centre opens Sunday,3/29/2019,Ground,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s first multimodal transport centre enabling travellers to easily switch between r...,First Sri Lanka multimodal transport centre opens Sunday ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s first multimodal transport centre enabling travellers to easily switch between r...,positive,0.996707916
24hr water cut in Colombo and suburbs tomorrow,3/29/2019,Uncategorized,"Water supply to several areas in the Colombo suburbs will be interrupted tomorrow (30 March), the National Water Supply ...","24hr water cut in Colombo and suburbs tomorrow Water supply to several areas in the Colombo suburbs will be interrupted tomorrow (30 March), the National Water Supply ...",negative,-0.995123208
Only two generators out of 50 used by CEB - MP Aluthgamage,3/29/2019,Politics,Power struggle between officers and mafias in departments causing losses charges Aluthgamage.,Only two generators out of 50 used by CEB - MP Aluthgamage Power struggle between officers and mafias in departments causing losses charges Aluthgamage.,negative,-0.999309778
Nearly half of CMB’s water wasted,3/29/2019,Economy,"Due to leakages in the distribution pipe system, nearly 49 per cent of water supplied to Colombo is lost, incurring a co...","Nearly half of CMB’s water wasted Due to leakages in the distribution pipe system, nearly 49 per cent of water supplied to Colombo is lost, incurring a co...",negative,-0.999753416
Is Mahinda leading Sirisena down the Garden Path?,3/29/2019,Politics,"The future Presidential election may become a three-way Donnybrook if the Prime Minister, the President and an SLPP cand...","Is Mahinda leading Sirisena down the Garden Path? The future Presidential election may become a three-way Donnybrook if the Prime Minister, the President and an SLPP cand...",negative,-0.995088041
Bangladesh fire: Death toll rises to 19,3/29/2019,World,The Death toll has risen from the fire and the one Sri Lankan victim is identified.,Bangladesh fire: Death toll rises to 19 The Death toll has risen from the fire and the one Sri Lankan victim is identified.,negative,-0.950878441
"Lyft IPO sets rollout for ride-hailing, sharing economy",3/29/2019,International news,"Lyft is raising some $2.5 billion in its Wall Street offering, which is seen as turning point for the ride-hailing busin...","Lyft IPO sets rollout for ride-hailing, sharing economy Lyft is raising some $2.5 billion in its Wall Street offering, which is seen as turning point for the ride-hailing busin...",positive,0.709177136
Pound falls on Brexit 'labyrinth',3/29/2019,International news,"The pound dropped on Thursday, weighed down by ongoing chaos in Brexit proceedings, while global stocks were mixed.","Pound falls on Brexit 'labyrinth' The pound dropped on Thursday, weighed down by ongoing chaos in Brexit proceedings, while global stocks were mixed.",negative,-0.998265922
Sri Lanka urges energy saving as blackouts pinch,3/29/2019,Energy,"Sri Lankans endured a third straight day of blackouts Wednesday, with families sleeping outdoors to escape the heat and ...","Sri Lanka urges energy saving as blackouts pinch Sri Lankans endured a third straight day of blackouts Wednesday, with families sleeping outdoors to escape the heat and ...",negative,-0.964587092
Sri Lanka firms eye converted residences to cut costs amid slowdown,3/29/2019,Business,Some Sri Lankan firms are likely to move from high-end office buildings to residential units within or outside Colombo a...,Sri Lanka firms eye converted residences to cut costs amid slowdown Some Sri Lankan firms are likely to move from high-end office buildings to residential units within or outside Colombo a...,negative,-0.974830806
Marasinghe quits Parliamentary post after vote loss,3/29/2019,Politics,The Government was embarrassed in Parliament when it lost two votes for Ministry allocations,Marasinghe quits Parliamentary post after vote loss The Government was embarrassed in Parliament when it lost two votes for Ministry allocations,negative,-0.998921037
"Budgets defeated at Sri Lanka Megapolis, Home Affairs ministries debate",3/28/2019,Political News,Several expenditure heads were defeated at the end of a debate on Sri Lanka Megapolis and Home Affairs ministries on Thu...,"Budgets defeated at Sri Lanka Megapolis, Home Affairs ministries debate Several expenditure heads were defeated at the end of a debate on Sri Lanka Megapolis and Home Affairs ministries on Thu...",negative,-0.999189079
Sri Lanka urged to promote services exports to UK,3/28/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka should promote more services exports to the United Kingdom as it seeks to retain preferen...,Sri Lanka urged to promote services exports to UK ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka should promote more services exports to the United Kingdom as it seeks to retain preferen...,negative,-0.960354805
Sri Lanka seeks divine help to end power crisis,3/28/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka's state energy provider sought divine intervention Thursday to break a crippling power shortage, dispatching e...","Sri Lanka seeks divine help to end power crisis Sri Lanka's state energy provider sought divine intervention Thursday to break a crippling power shortage, dispatching e...",positive,0.84799087
"Sri Lanka rupee gains, stocks rally on JKH foreign selling",3/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed at 176.10/25 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while stocks gained 0.81 percent ...","Sri Lanka rupee gains, stocks rally on JKH foreign selling Sri Lanka's rupee closed at 176.10/25 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while stocks gained 0.81 percent ...",negative,-0.990242183
Sri Lanka stock exchange to launch sustainability index,3/28/2019,Markets,The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) will be launching a new index for listed firms in Sri Lanka which have the best environ...,Sri Lanka stock exchange to launch sustainability index The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) will be launching a new index for listed firms in Sri Lanka which have the best environ...,positive,0.999446929
Sri Lanka state firm to buy 37 luxury buses from Softlogic,3/28/2019,Ground,ECONOMYNEXT - State-run Sri Lanka Transport Board has awarded a contract to supply 37 luxury buses to Softlogic Automobi...,Sri Lanka state firm to buy 37 luxury buses from Softlogic ECONOMYNEXT - State-run Sri Lanka Transport Board has awarded a contract to supply 37 luxury buses to Softlogic Automobi...,negative,-0.617452681
"Missing Persons Commission, NGOs serve intn'l LTTE interests - President",3/28/2019,Politics,President says NGOs and Independent Commissions serving LTTE remnants,"Missing Persons Commission, NGOs serve intn'l LTTE interests - President President says NGOs and Independent Commissions serving LTTE remnants",negative,-0.952694476
Sri Lankan engineers warn against open-ended LNG imports in proposed policy,3/28/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan engineers have warned against open-ended liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports implied in ...,Sri Lankan engineers warn against open-ended LNG imports in proposed policy ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan engineers have warned against open-ended liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports implied in ...,negative,-0.985714614
Yasantha Kodagoda appointed Sri Lanka Appeal Court Judge,3/28/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has appointed Yasantha Kodagoda as a judge in the Court of Appeal.,Yasantha Kodagoda appointed Sri Lanka Appeal Court Judge Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has appointed Yasantha Kodagoda as a judge in the Court of Appeal.,positive,0.997496545
H'tota refinery project a potential money laundering risk: TISL,3/28/2019,Economy,"Transparency International is warning that the controversial   oil refinery in Mirijjawila, Hambantota, is a money laund...","H'tota refinery project a potential money laundering risk: TISL Transparency International is warning that the controversial   oil refinery in Mirijjawila, Hambantota, is a money laund...",negative,-0.997784317
"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady after gain, bond yields up",3/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 176.20/30 Thursday after strengthening on Wednesday, but bond yields which fell after a ...","Sri Lanka rupee opens steady after gain, bond yields up Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 176.20/30 Thursday after strengthening on Wednesday, but bond yields which fell after a ...",negative,-0.99359107
Yasantha Kodagoda PC sworn in as President of Court of Appeal,3/28/2019,Politics,Additional Solicitor General President’s Counsel Yasantha Kodagoda was sworn in as President of the Court of Appeal to...,Yasantha Kodagoda PC sworn in as President of Court of Appeal Additional Solicitor General President’s Counsel Yasantha Kodagoda was sworn in as President of the Court of Appeal to...,positive,0.989565492
Three million tourist arrivals expected in 2019 - Tourism Minister,3/28/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka expects three million tourist arrivals by the end of this year, generating a revenue of USD 5 billion in total...","Three million tourist arrivals expected in 2019 - Tourism Minister Sri Lanka expects three million tourist arrivals by the end of this year, generating a revenue of USD 5 billion in total...",positive,0.996764064
Sri Lanka's new house costs down by a third if protectionist taxes removed,3/28/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's housing prices could be cut by a third if protectionist tariffs on construction raw material are removed, a ...","Sri Lanka's new house costs down by a third if protectionist taxes removed Sri Lanka's housing prices could be cut by a third if protectionist tariffs on construction raw material are removed, a ...",negative,-0.997686148
Sterling gyrates as British PM puts job on line,3/28/2019,International news,"The British pound gyrated Wednesday, initially rallying on Prime Minister Theresa May's dramatic appeal for her Brexit p...","Sterling gyrates as British PM puts job on line The British pound gyrated Wednesday, initially rallying on Prime Minister Theresa May's dramatic appeal for her Brexit p...",positive,0.840254784
Sri Lanka plans to compete with higher-wage countries amid currency collapse,3/28/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has to compete with a set of countries which have higher wages, instead of trying to beat low-wage nations lik...","Sri Lanka plans to compete with higher-wage countries amid currency collapse Sri Lanka has to compete with a set of countries which have higher wages, instead of trying to beat low-wage nations lik...",negative,-0.988560736
"Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger, bond yields fall",3/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed higher on Wednesday at 176.20/35 against the US dollar in the spot market, while bond yields fe...","Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger, bond yields fall Sri Lanka's rupee closed higher on Wednesday at 176.20/35 against the US dollar in the spot market, while bond yields fe...",negative,-0.947672248
Three men deported from Dubai arrested by CID at BIA,3/28/2019,Uncategorized,Three others arrested along with 'Kanjipani Imran upon their arrival to SL,Three men deported from Dubai arrested by CID at BIA Three others arrested along with 'Kanjipani Imran upon their arrival to SL,negative,-0.971684873
UN Human Rights Chief slams Governor Raghavan,3/28/2019,Uncategorized,The UN Human Rights Chief calls Governor Raghavan untruthful in reported interview ,UN Human Rights Chief slams Governor Raghavan The UN Human Rights Chief calls Governor Raghavan untruthful in reported interview ,negative,-0.995482326
Sri Lanka Land Reclamation Corp to buy dredger for sea sand mining,3/27/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka Land Reclamation & Development Corporation is to buy a dredger to mine sand from the deep...,Sri Lanka Land Reclamation Corp to buy dredger for sea sand mining ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka Land Reclamation & Development Corporation is to buy a dredger to mine sand from the deep...,negative,-0.976754725
Mahindra Sri Lanka JV plant to produce mini-SUVs from June,3/27/2019,Business,A joint venture plant between Sri Lanka's Ideal Motors and Mahindra and Mahindra of India will begin assembling 100 mini...,Mahindra Sri Lanka JV plant to produce mini-SUVs from June A joint venture plant between Sri Lanka's Ideal Motors and Mahindra and Mahindra of India will begin assembling 100 mini...,positive,0.845338523
Mahindra TREO electric trishaws launched in Sri Lanka,3/27/2019,Ground,Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd of India has launched its TREO electric trishaw in Sri Lanka which will reduce pollution and n...,Mahindra TREO electric trishaws launched in Sri Lanka Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd of India has launched its TREO electric trishaw in Sri Lanka which will reduce pollution and n...,positive,0.973296702
Sri Lanka 12-month Treasuries yield falls 12-bp to 10.40-pct,3/27/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill yields fell across maturities at Wednesday’s auction with 12-month bills ...,Sri Lanka 12-month Treasuries yield falls 12-bp to 10.40-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill yields fell across maturities at Wednesday’s auction with 12-month bills ...,negative,-0.998723805
Adani Global wins Sri Lanka coal supply deal,3/27/2019,Energy,"ECONOMYNEXT – Adani Global Pte. Ltd. has won a Sri Lankan government contract to supply 300,000 metric tonnes of ...","Adani Global wins Sri Lanka coal supply deal ECONOMYNEXT – Adani Global Pte. Ltd. has won a Sri Lankan government contract to supply 300,000 metric tonnes of ...",positive,0.995830595
Tripping over the power crisis - an explainer,3/27/2019,Politics,"As Sri Lanka’s power crisis enters into its second week, leaving paying customers in the dark both literally and figur...","Tripping over the power crisis - an explainer As Sri Lanka’s power crisis enters into its second week, leaving paying customers in the dark both literally and figur...",negative,-0.99772054
SriLankan Airlines to increase flights to Tokyo to five a week,3/27/2019,Aviation,ECONOMYNEXT - SriLankan Airlines is increasing its number of flights to Tokyo’s Narita International Airport to f...,SriLankan Airlines to increase flights to Tokyo to five a week ECONOMYNEXT - SriLankan Airlines is increasing its number of flights to Tokyo’s Narita International Airport to f...,positive,0.602433383
President to scrap Grade 5 schol exam,3/27/2019,Education,President Maithripala Sirisena earlier this week announced an apparently unilateral decision to do away with the Grade 5...,President to scrap Grade 5 schol exam President Maithripala Sirisena earlier this week announced an apparently unilateral decision to do away with the Grade 5...,negative,-0.991479099
Army proud of HRCSL work,3/27/2019,Uncategorized,The Sri Lanka Army is praising the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka for its work in vetting soldiers for United Nati...,Army proud of HRCSL work The Sri Lanka Army is praising the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka for its work in vetting soldiers for United Nati...,positive,0.999641061
"Sri Lanka rupee gains on remittances, bonds dull ahead of auction",3/27/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee gained Wednesday morning to 176.85/00 against the US dollar in the spot market, while bond yields were...","Sri Lanka rupee gains on remittances, bonds dull ahead of auction Sri Lanka's rupee gained Wednesday morning to 176.85/00 against the US dollar in the spot market, while bond yields were...",negative,-0.978464007
Sri Lanka's NDB banks sells Rs5.37bn bail-in bonds,3/27/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's NDB Bank said it had received orders for 5.37 billion rupees of bail-in bonds when subscriptions closed.,Sri Lanka's NDB banks sells Rs5.37bn bail-in bonds Sri Lanka's NDB Bank said it had received orders for 5.37 billion rupees of bail-in bonds when subscriptions closed.,negative,-0.986787558
Sri Lankan bank lending boost from polls spending,3/27/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT – Forthcoming elections could help boost lending by Sri Lankan banks if it leads to higher government...,Sri Lankan bank lending boost from polls spending ECONOMYNEXT – Forthcoming elections could help boost lending by Sri Lankan banks if it leads to higher government...,negative,-0.923930585
Government empowering women - PM,3/27/2019,Politics,"Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is saying that the government is empowering women economically, politically and soci...","Government empowering women - PM Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe is saying that the government is empowering women economically, politically and soci...",positive,0.987088859
Asian markets mixed as dealers struggle to pick up Wall St rally,3/27/2019,International news,"Asian markets were mixed Wednesday, with a strong lead from Wall Street offset by lingering concerns about the global ec...","Asian markets mixed as dealers struggle to pick up Wall St rally Asian markets were mixed Wednesday, with a strong lead from Wall Street offset by lingering concerns about the global ec...",negative,-0.957132936
Cathay Pacific to buy budget airline HK Express for $628 mn,3/27/2019,International news,"Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific announced Wednesday that it will buy budget airline HK Express for US$628.15 mn, a...","Cathay Pacific to buy budget airline HK Express for $628 mn Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific announced Wednesday that it will buy budget airline HK Express for US$628.15 mn, a...",negative,-0.989416301
Sri Lanka plans evidence-based skills visa to fill shortages: Harsha,3/27/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka is planning to issue visas to allow firms to buy skills to move up higher into the value chain while also boos...,Sri Lanka plans evidence-based skills visa to fill shortages: Harsha Sri Lanka is planning to issue visas to allow firms to buy skills to move up higher into the value chain while also boos...,negative,-0.998234034
Mahinda says no decision on SLPP Presidential Candidate,3/27/2019,Politics,Mahinda Rajapaksa says the SLPP has not yet decided who their Presidential candidate will be,Mahinda says no decision on SLPP Presidential Candidate Mahinda Rajapaksa says the SLPP has not yet decided who their Presidential candidate will be,negative,-0.999464929
Deported Nadeemal Perera and Prisons Officer arrive in Sri Lanka,3/27/2019,Uncategorized,Famous singer Amal Perera's son Nadeemal Perera and the Prisons Officer Lalith Kumara have arrived in Colombo and are be...,Deported Nadeemal Perera and Prisons Officer arrive in Sri Lanka Famous singer Amal Perera's son Nadeemal Perera and the Prisons Officer Lalith Kumara have arrived in Colombo and are be...,positive,0.981102765
Confusion reigns as power cuts continue,3/27/2019,Politics,"Despite the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) having officially announced its shedding schedule, consumers continue to comp...","Confusion reigns as power cuts continue Despite the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) having officially announced its shedding schedule, consumers continue to comp...",negative,-0.882170498
President nixes National Government idea,3/27/2019,Politics,Efforts to form another National Government and to expand the Cabinet of Ministers are unlikely to succeed as President ...,President nixes National Government idea Efforts to form another National Government and to expand the Cabinet of Ministers are unlikely to succeed as President ...,negative,-0.999742091
"Met Dept issues severe heat warning to  North-Western, Colombo, Gampaha and Mannar regions",3/27/2019,Health,Temperatures in warned areas are expected to be between 32- 41 degrees Celsius.,"Met Dept issues severe heat warning to  North-Western, Colombo, Gampaha and Mannar regions Temperatures in warned areas are expected to be between 32- 41 degrees Celsius.",negative,-0.992540419
Sri Lanka was firm at the UNHRC session - Amunugama,3/27/2019,Politics,Amunugama says Sri Lanka stood firm against war crimes and foreign judges at UNHCR session,Sri Lanka was firm at the UNHRC session - Amunugama Amunugama says Sri Lanka stood firm against war crimes and foreign judges at UNHCR session,positive,0.979047835
"Sri Lanka bond yields up on auction shift, rupee stronger",3/26/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's bond yield rose for the third day after the Central Bank spooked the market by suddenly bringing forward pre...,"Sri Lanka bond yields up on auction shift, rupee stronger Sri Lanka's bond yield rose for the third day after the Central Bank spooked the market by suddenly bringing forward pre...",positive,0.995367527
"Migrants, not technology, to ease Sri Lanka construction labour shortage",3/26/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – Labour shortages in Sri Lanka’s construction sector are more likely to be overcome by incomi...,"Migrants, not technology, to ease Sri Lanka construction labour shortage ECONOMYNEXT – Labour shortages in Sri Lanka’s construction sector are more likely to be overcome by incomi...",negative,-0.993379354
Sri Lanka Singapore FTA in operation as signed: Minister,3/26/2019,Economy,"A free trade deal between Sri Lanka and Singapore is in operation and there are no ongoing talks on changing the deal, E...","Sri Lanka Singapore FTA in operation as signed: Minister A free trade deal between Sri Lanka and Singapore is in operation and there are no ongoing talks on changing the deal, E...",negative,-0.999552429
SEC urges Sri Lankan firms to identify potential women for board positions,3/26/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Listed Sri Lankan companies and professional organizations should set eligibility criteria and buil...,SEC urges Sri Lankan firms to identify potential women for board positions ECONOMYNEXT – Listed Sri Lankan companies and professional organizations should set eligibility criteria and buil...,negative,-0.991979599
Road accidents the biggest killer,3/26/2019,Uncategorized,More deaths due to accidents than from the war says State Minister of Transport.,Road accidents the biggest killer More deaths due to accidents than from the war says State Minister of Transport.,negative,-0.996711135
Traffic causes losses of a billion rupees a day,3/26/2019,Uncategorized,The University of Moratuwa estimates that the country loses a billion Rupees a day due to traffic congestion.,Traffic causes losses of a billion rupees a day The University of Moratuwa estimates that the country loses a billion Rupees a day due to traffic congestion.,negative,-0.9997316
Top ex-Hong Kong oficial jailed for Belt and Road linked bribery,3/26/2019,International news,Hong Kong's former home affairs secretary Patrick Ho Chi Ping was jailed for three years Monday for a scheme to bribe Af...,Top ex-Hong Kong oficial jailed for Belt and Road linked bribery Hong Kong's former home affairs secretary Patrick Ho Chi Ping was jailed for three years Monday for a scheme to bribe Af...,negative,-0.960131347
Proposed SOFA deal with US draws fire from Sri Lanka's JVP,3/26/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka's leftist Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna says a proposed Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) agreement contains claus...,Proposed SOFA deal with US draws fire from Sri Lanka's JVP Sri Lanka's leftist Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna says a proposed Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) agreement contains claus...,negative,-0.991958976
Govt. introduces new cyber-security initiatives,3/26/2019,Uncategorized,"The Government plans to create a strong, secure cyber-security framework  and make citizens aware of the benefits of dig...","Govt. introduces new cyber-security initiatives The Government plans to create a strong, secure cyber-security framework  and make citizens aware of the benefits of dig...",positive,0.998460174
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stable, bonds dull",3/26/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened stable at 178.15/25 to the US dollar Tuesday morning, unchanged from Monday's close, while bond...","Sri Lanka rupee opens stable, bonds dull Sri Lanka's rupee opened stable at 178.15/25 to the US dollar Tuesday morning, unchanged from Monday's close, while bond...",negative,-0.989573777
NASA scraps all-women spacewalk for lack of well-fitting suits,3/26/2019,International news,"The US space agency NASA scrapped Monday a planned historic spacewalk by two women astronauts, citing a lack of availabl...","NASA scraps all-women spacewalk for lack of well-fitting suits The US space agency NASA scrapped Monday a planned historic spacewalk by two women astronauts, citing a lack of availabl...",negative,-0.999551833
Sri Lanka state enterprise workers should get bonuses to stop sabotage: legislator,3/26/2019,Economy,Workers in loss-making Sri Lanka state enterprises should be given bonuses to stop them from being discouraged and engag...,Sri Lanka state enterprise workers should get bonuses to stop sabotage: legislator Workers in loss-making Sri Lanka state enterprises should be given bonuses to stop them from being discouraged and engag...,negative,-0.996275663
Asian markets rise but traders on edge over global outlook,3/26/2019,International news,"Asian markets staged a tentative recovery Tuesday from the previous day's steep losses, with investors increasingly anxi...","Asian markets rise but traders on edge over global outlook Asian markets staged a tentative recovery Tuesday from the previous day's steep losses, with investors increasingly anxi...",positive,0.95718658
Sri Lanka bondscam suspects remanded,3/26/2019,Legal,Suspects in Sri Lanka's largest securities scam who were arrested Monday were remanded till April 05 by a magistrate.,Sri Lanka bondscam suspects remanded Suspects in Sri Lanka's largest securities scam who were arrested Monday were remanded till April 05 by a magistrate.,negative,-0.896533072
Sri Lanka imposes power cuts after delaying thermal plant,3/26/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka has started cutting power after failing to award a contract to build a 300 MegaWatt power plant years amid cor...,Sri Lanka imposes power cuts after delaying thermal plant Sri Lanka has started cutting power after failing to award a contract to build a 300 MegaWatt power plant years amid cor...,negative,-0.997540832
PTL Directors remanded,3/26/2019,Uncategorized,"The Chief Magistrate in Colombo Fort has remanded the Chairman of Perpetual Treasuries Ltd., Geoffrey Aloysius in connec...","PTL Directors remanded The Chief Magistrate in Colombo Fort has remanded the Chairman of Perpetual Treasuries Ltd., Geoffrey Aloysius in connec...",negative,-0.916642725
Biodiversity Sri Lanka helps small business comply with conservation measures,3/25/2019,Environment,ECONOMYNEXT – Biodiversity Sri Lanka has begun working with small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to strengthen kno...,Biodiversity Sri Lanka helps small business comply with conservation measures ECONOMYNEXT – Biodiversity Sri Lanka has begun working with small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to strengthen kno...,positive,0.990409613
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, stocks fall",3/25/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed slightly weaker at 178.15/25 to the US dollar in the spot market after opening at 178.10/15 to ...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, stocks fall Sri Lanka's rupee closed slightly weaker at 178.15/25 to the US dollar in the spot market after opening at 178.10/15 to ...",negative,-0.999368727
Sri Lanka Central Bank opens counter to sell coins,3/25/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Central Bank of Sri Lanka will open a counter at its head office to issue coins to the general public,...","Sri Lanka Central Bank opens counter to sell coins ECONOMYNEXT - The Central Bank of Sri Lanka will open a counter at its head office to issue coins to the general public,...",positive,0.981117547
SriLankan Airlines London-Colombo flight diverted owing to medical emergency,3/25/2019,Aviation,"ECONOMYNEXT - SriLankan Airlines said an overnight flight from London to Colombo Sunday was diverted to Bucharest, Roman...","SriLankan Airlines London-Colombo flight diverted owing to medical emergency ECONOMYNEXT - SriLankan Airlines said an overnight flight from London to Colombo Sunday was diverted to Bucharest, Roman...",negative,-0.995474398
Chengdu businesses eye steel plant in Sri Lanka’s Hambantota,3/25/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – A business delegation from the south-western Chinese city of Chengdu has shown interest in setting ...,Chengdu businesses eye steel plant in Sri Lanka’s Hambantota ECONOMYNEXT – A business delegation from the south-western Chinese city of Chengdu has shown interest in setting ...,positive,0.988041639
Anti-narcotics blitz from April 3,3/25/2019,Politics,President Maitrhipala Sirisena is promising a blitz against drug dealers from April 3 where he will deploy the Armed for...,Anti-narcotics blitz from April 3 President Maitrhipala Sirisena is promising a blitz against drug dealers from April 3 where he will deploy the Armed for...,positive,0.981572747
"GAC Sri Lanka gets new chief, eyes outsourcing business",3/25/2019,Logistics,"ECONOMYNEXT – Ravi Edirisinghe has been appointed director and chief executive in Sri Lanka of GAC Group, a globa...","GAC Sri Lanka gets new chief, eyes outsourcing business ECONOMYNEXT – Ravi Edirisinghe has been appointed director and chief executive in Sri Lanka of GAC Group, a globa...",positive,0.991542578
Sri Lanka biodiversity platform gets water management expertise,3/25/2019,Environment,"ECONOMYNEXT – The International Water Management Institute (IWMI), based in Colombo, will become a partner of Bio...","Sri Lanka biodiversity platform gets water management expertise ECONOMYNEXT – The International Water Management Institute (IWMI), based in Colombo, will become a partner of Bio...",positive,0.996191502
“Thripitaka Week” celebrated in New York,3/25/2019,Politics,Thripitaka week celebrations were held at the Buddhist Vihara in New York,“Thripitaka Week” celebrated in New York Thripitaka week celebrations were held at the Buddhist Vihara in New York,positive,0.801077604
Three dead and dozens injured after a bus plunges down a precipice in Walapane,3/25/2019,Uncategorized,59 other people were injured and still in hospital.,Three dead and dozens injured after a bus plunges down a precipice in Walapane 59 other people were injured and still in hospital.,negative,-0.996544421
"Sri Lanka rupee weakens, bond yields stable at open",3/25/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened slightly weaker at 178.05/15 to the US dollar in the spot market, while bond yields were stable...","Sri Lanka rupee weakens, bond yields stable at open Sri Lanka's rupee opened slightly weaker at 178.05/15 to the US dollar in the spot market, while bond yields were stable...",negative,-0.996494949
"Sri Lanka Central Bank ex-Deputy Governor, Perpetual directors arrested",3/25/2019,Political News,A deputy governor of Sri Lanka's Central Bank and directors of a dealer in government securities linked to the biggest s...,"Sri Lanka Central Bank ex-Deputy Governor, Perpetual directors arrested A deputy governor of Sri Lanka's Central Bank and directors of a dealer in government securities linked to the biggest s...",negative,-0.979417622
Indian housing aid to Sri Lanka largest overseas grant,3/25/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT –India’s housing project in Sri Lanka with a grant of almost 50 billion rupees (over 350 milli...,Indian housing aid to Sri Lanka largest overseas grant ECONOMYNEXT –India’s housing project in Sri Lanka with a grant of almost 50 billion rupees (over 350 milli...,positive,0.667029977
Public Utilities Commission not approving power cuts,3/25/2019,Uncategorized,The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) says that they were not informed of the power cuts imposed by the C...,Public Utilities Commission not approving power cuts The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) says that they were not informed of the power cuts imposed by the C...,negative,-0.999350369
Ontario Lt. Governor admires Sri Lankans,3/25/2019,Politics,"The Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, Canada Elizabeth Dowdeswell has said that she admired the achievements and various v...","Ontario Lt. Governor admires Sri Lankans The Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, Canada Elizabeth Dowdeswell has said that she admired the achievements and various v...",positive,0.999572098
PTL Chairman Geoffrey Aloysius arrested,3/25/2019,Business,"Police have arrested the Chairman of Perpetual Treasuries Ltd., Geoffrey Aloysius in connection with their investigation...","PTL Chairman Geoffrey Aloysius arrested Police have arrested the Chairman of Perpetual Treasuries Ltd., Geoffrey Aloysius in connection with their investigation...",negative,-0.970198154
PUCSL to take CEB to courts if power cuts continue today,3/25/2019,Economy,The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has announced that it would take legal action against the Ceylon El...,PUCSL to take CEB to courts if power cuts continue today The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has announced that it would take legal action against the Ceylon El...,negative,-0.994145989
Sri Lanka goes from boom-bust to bust-bust with soft-peg: Bellwether,3/25/2019,Bellwether,Sri Lanka is going from boom-bust to bust-bust in this credit cycle despite the injection of excess demand into the econ...,Sri Lanka goes from boom-bust to bust-bust with soft-peg: Bellwether Sri Lanka is going from boom-bust to bust-bust in this credit cycle despite the injection of excess demand into the econ...,positive,0.753401637
Asian markets suffer blood-letting on global growth fears,3/25/2019,International news,Asian markets plunged Monday after a sharp sell-off on Wall Street fuelled by concerns about the global economy and a po...,Asian markets suffer blood-letting on global growth fears Asian markets plunged Monday after a sharp sell-off on Wall Street fuelled by concerns about the global economy and a po...,negative,-0.995314002
Xi meets Macron as French president seeks united EU front on China,3/25/2019,International news,Chinese President Xi Jinping and his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron met for dinner in the south of France Sunday ahe...,Xi meets Macron as French president seeks united EU front on China Chinese President Xi Jinping and his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron met for dinner in the south of France Sunday ahe...,positive,0.996873438
Sri Lanka expects a deal with India on Mattala airport in three months: PM,3/25/2019,Aviation,"Sri Lanka is expecting to conclude a deal with India to operate Mattala airport in the next three months, Prime Minister...","Sri Lanka expects a deal with India on Mattala airport in three months: PM Sri Lanka is expecting to conclude a deal with India to operate Mattala airport in the next three months, Prime Minister...",negative,-0.971296847
"Sri Lanka plans 6,000 acre investment zone in Monaragala: PM",3/25/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka is planning a 6,000 acre industrial zone in Monaragala as well as a total of 6,000 acres of industrial areas i...","Sri Lanka plans 6,000 acre investment zone in Monaragala: PM Sri Lanka is planning a 6,000 acre industrial zone in Monaragala as well as a total of 6,000 acres of industrial areas i...",negative,-0.678779125
"Central Bank ex-Deputy Governor, Perpetual directors arrested",3/25/2019,Business,A deputy governor of Sri Lanka's central bank and directors of a dealer in government securities linked to the biggest s...,"Central Bank ex-Deputy Governor, Perpetual directors arrested A deputy governor of Sri Lanka's central bank and directors of a dealer in government securities linked to the biggest s...",negative,-0.982334375
Sri Lanka concerned over IMF link in Japan expressway loan: report,3/24/2019,Economy,A loan from Japan to build an expressway has an exit clause where Sri Lanka has to repay it if a program with the Intern...,Sri Lanka concerned over IMF link in Japan expressway loan: report A loan from Japan to build an expressway has an exit clause where Sri Lanka has to repay it if a program with the Intern...,negative,-0.996226907
Power cuts are now official,3/24/2019,Uncategorized,The government has dropped its mask on the power cuts and are saying they are now official.,Power cuts are now official The government has dropped its mask on the power cuts and are saying they are now official.,negative,-0.828205109
Buddhist Canon to be part of World Memory,3/24/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena handed over the proposal to make the Tripitaka - the Pali Buddhist Canon - a World Herita...,Buddhist Canon to be part of World Memory President Maithripala Sirisena handed over the proposal to make the Tripitaka - the Pali Buddhist Canon - a World Herita...,positive,0.997982264
Anti-Brexit protesters stage mass rally in London,3/24/2019,International news,Hundreds of thousands of protesters swamped London on Saturday demanding another referendum on EU membership amid politi...,Anti-Brexit protesters stage mass rally in London Hundreds of thousands of protesters swamped London on Saturday demanding another referendum on EU membership amid politi...,negative,-0.987969995
"Sri Lanka banks, Thomas Cook, win currency exchange franchises at airport",3/24/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka has awarded three-year franchises to operate foreign currency exchange couners at the main airport in the coun...,"Sri Lanka banks, Thomas Cook, win currency exchange franchises at airport Sri Lanka has awarded three-year franchises to operate foreign currency exchange couners at the main airport in the coun...",positive,0.96796298
India's Jet faces shutdown after rupee fall,3/23/2019,International news,"India's debt-laden Jet Airways has grounded seven more planes after failing to pay for its aircraft leases, heaping pres...","India's Jet faces shutdown after rupee fall India's debt-laden Jet Airways has grounded seven more planes after failing to pay for its aircraft leases, heaping pres...",negative,-0.999305964
Half of Sri Lanka's tuk-tuks not taxis; most drivers middle-aged: Research,3/23/2019,Economy,Only 47 percent of the over million registered three-wheeler are used for hiring. Most drivers are middle aged and for 1...,Half of Sri Lanka's tuk-tuks not taxis; most drivers middle-aged: Research Only 47 percent of the over million registered three-wheeler are used for hiring. Most drivers are middle aged and for 1...,negative,-0.99479419
Sri Lanka to make state statistics more accessible,3/23/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka to bring new laws to make data compiled by the state statistics office more accessible, a minister said.","Sri Lanka to make state statistics more accessible Sri Lanka to bring new laws to make data compiled by the state statistics office more accessible, a minister said.",negative,-0.755254865
Sri Lanka TV anchor responds to report on Facebook post,3/23/2019,Political News,Derana TV anchor Chapa Chapabandara has responded to our report headlined 'Facebook takes down Sri Lanka TV anchor's pos...,Sri Lanka TV anchor responds to report on Facebook post Derana TV anchor Chapa Chapabandara has responded to our report headlined 'Facebook takes down Sri Lanka TV anchor's pos...,negative,-0.994203508
China's Xi insists new Silk Road runs both ways as Italy signs up,3/23/2019,South Asia,Chinese President Xi Jinping sought Friday to allay Western unease over his new Silk Road initiative by emphasising the ...,China's Xi insists new Silk Road runs both ways as Italy signs up Chinese President Xi Jinping sought Friday to allay Western unease over his new Silk Road initiative by emphasising the ...,positive,0.785037816
Sri Lanka Tamils demand foreign judges in war crimes probe,3/23/2019,International news,Sri Lanka's main minority Tamil party demanded Friday that foreign judges be included in a special court to investigate ...,Sri Lanka Tamils demand foreign judges in war crimes probe Sri Lanka's main minority Tamil party demanded Friday that foreign judges be included in a special court to investigate ...,negative,-0.992225051
"Sri Lanka stocks fall, active trading in bonds",3/22/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed at 178.00/15 to the US dollar, weaker from yesterday's 177.90/05 but stocks extended falls, whi...","Sri Lanka stocks fall, active trading in bonds Sri Lanka's rupee closed at 178.00/15 to the US dollar, weaker from yesterday's 177.90/05 but stocks extended falls, whi...",negative,-0.998780429
Debate over creeping services protectionism in Sri Lanka hots up,3/22/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is seeing creeping protectionism in services trade with taxes charged on electronic payments to limit competit...,Debate over creeping services protectionism in Sri Lanka hots up Sri Lanka is seeing creeping protectionism in services trade with taxes charged on electronic payments to limit competit...,negative,-0.984385669
Indonesia's Garuda says to cancel 49-jet Boeing 737 deal after crashes,3/22/2019,International news,Indonesia's national carrier Garuda has told Boeing it will cancel a multi-billion-dollar order for 49 Boeing 737 Max 8 ...,Indonesia's Garuda says to cancel 49-jet Boeing 737 deal after crashes Indonesia's national carrier Garuda has told Boeing it will cancel a multi-billion-dollar order for 49 Boeing 737 Max 8 ...,negative,-0.999576747
Sri Lanka car taxes to slow growth in insurance,3/22/2019,Finance,"Sri Lanka's insurance sector will see slower growth due to higher taxes slapped on cars in a budget for 2019, Fitch Rati...","Sri Lanka car taxes to slow growth in insurance Sri Lanka's insurance sector will see slower growth due to higher taxes slapped on cars in a budget for 2019, Fitch Rati...",negative,-0.998952866
Artificial Rain falls over Moussekelle in first ever test,3/22/2019,Economy,For the first time in history artificial rain was tested in Sri Lanka with moderate rainfall experienced over Maussakele...,Artificial Rain falls over Moussekelle in first ever test For the first time in history artificial rain was tested in Sri Lanka with moderate rainfall experienced over Maussakele...,negative,-0.758253038
Sri Lanka signs billion dollar loan from China for expressway,3/22/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka signed a 989 million dollar project loan with China for the construction of the Central Expressway on Friday, ...","Sri Lanka signs billion dollar loan from China for expressway Sri Lanka signed a 989 million dollar project loan with China for the construction of the Central Expressway on Friday, ...",positive,0.606126249
Social Programs important says Ranil,3/22/2019,Education,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says his government’s aim is to make Sri Lanka a highly competitive Social Market ...,Social Programs important says Ranil Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says his government’s aim is to make Sri Lanka a highly competitive Social Market ...,positive,0.996912479
"Sun may set on solar, industry warns",3/22/2019,Economy,The solar industry has urged the government to fast track the implementation of nearly 600 solar power projects.,"Sun may set on solar, industry warns The solar industry has urged the government to fast track the implementation of nearly 600 solar power projects.",negative,-0.904575109
Sirisena hits the road; is this a campaign for the Presidency?,3/22/2019,Politics,"President Maithripala Sirisena is hitting the road these days declaring open new buildings,opening schools, various reli...","Sirisena hits the road; is this a campaign for the Presidency? President Maithripala Sirisena is hitting the road these days declaring open new buildings,opening schools, various reli...",positive,0.996621251
Local dairy manufacturers unable to meet demand during milk powder shortage.,3/22/2019,Economy,Local Milk producers are claiming that their products are flying off the shelves as there is a shortage of imported dair...,Local dairy manufacturers unable to meet demand during milk powder shortage. Local Milk producers are claiming that their products are flying off the shelves as there is a shortage of imported dair...,negative,-0.999602139
UN rights body grants Sri Lanka war crimes probe extention,3/22/2019,Political News,The UN Human Rights Council on Thursday approved giving Sri Lanka two more years to set up a credible war crimes investi...,UN rights body grants Sri Lanka war crimes probe extention The UN Human Rights Council on Thursday approved giving Sri Lanka two more years to set up a credible war crimes investi...,negative,-0.920423567
Iconic eyes land acquisition in Sri Lankan buyer's market,3/22/2019,Business,"Iconic Developments (Pvt) Ltd, a Sri Lanka-based unit of India's Apurva Natvar Parikh Group, is looking for land deals i...","Iconic eyes land acquisition in Sri Lankan buyer's market Iconic Developments (Pvt) Ltd, a Sri Lanka-based unit of India's Apurva Natvar Parikh Group, is looking for land deals i...",negative,-0.966171682
Beliatta PS opp. leader succumbs to gunshot wounds,3/22/2019,Politics,UNP Beliatta Pradeshiya Sabha Opposition Leader Kapila Amarakoon succumbs to injuries.,Beliatta PS opp. leader succumbs to gunshot wounds UNP Beliatta Pradeshiya Sabha Opposition Leader Kapila Amarakoon succumbs to injuries.,negative,-0.999406099
Biggest ever Chinese loan for highway development,3/22/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka signed an agreement today (Friday) with the EXIM Bank of China for a loan of US$ 989 million to fund part of t...,Biggest ever Chinese loan for highway development Sri Lanka signed an agreement today (Friday) with the EXIM Bank of China for a loan of US$ 989 million to fund part of t...,positive,0.920386732
ICT Industry protests tax on card transactions,3/22/2019,Business,The Federation of Information Technology Industry is protesting the imposition of taxes on credit and debit card transac...,ICT Industry protests tax on card transactions The Federation of Information Technology Industry is protesting the imposition of taxes on credit and debit card transac...,negative,-0.982267201
"After crashes, Boeing to put warning light on B737",3/22/2019,International news,Boeing's 737 MAX aircraft will be outfitted with a warning light for malfunctions in the anti-stall system suspected in ...,"After crashes, Boeing to put warning light on B737 Boeing's 737 MAX aircraft will be outfitted with a warning light for malfunctions in the anti-stall system suspected in ...",negative,-0.998497844
Pound stabilises but struggles to rally after Brexit delay deal,3/22/2019,International news,The pound edged up Friday but was struggling to claw back its latest losses after the EU gave Britain a Brexit deadline ...,Pound stabilises but struggles to rally after Brexit delay deal The pound edged up Friday but was struggling to claw back its latest losses after the EU gave Britain a Brexit deadline ...,negative,-0.996832073
Sri Lanka parliament full of digital luddites; laptop use 20-pct,3/22/2019,Political News,"Less than 20 percent of Sri Lankan legislators use their official laptops or have registered e-mail addresses, and many ...","Sri Lanka parliament full of digital luddites; laptop use 20-pct Less than 20 percent of Sri Lankan legislators use their official laptops or have registered e-mail addresses, and many ...",negative,-0.994448423
Sri Lanka gets two more years to keep promises,3/22/2019,Politics,The UN Human Rights Council has passed by consensus a resolution to grant Sri Lanka another two years to fulfill its pro...,Sri Lanka gets two more years to keep promises The UN Human Rights Council has passed by consensus a resolution to grant Sri Lanka another two years to fulfill its pro...,negative,-0.976359129
Sri Lanka thanks the Council for consensus approach.,3/21/2019,Politics,Full statement by  head of Sri Lanka delegation at the Human Rights Council on adoption of he Resolution,Sri Lanka thanks the Council for consensus approach. Full statement by  head of Sri Lanka delegation at the Human Rights Council on adoption of he Resolution,positive,0.999607265
Sri Lanka mineral sands miner to set up new processing plant,3/21/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government-owned mineral sands miner plans to set up a processing plant later th...,Sri Lanka mineral sands miner to set up new processing plant ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government-owned mineral sands miner plans to set up a processing plant later th...,negative,-0.974956453
Automation to cut managerial jobs in Sri Lanka’s logistics sector: ILO,3/21/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Adoption of high levels of automation in Sri Lanka’s logistics businesses anticipated by exp...,Automation to cut managerial jobs in Sri Lanka’s logistics sector: ILO ECONOMYNEXT – Adoption of high levels of automation in Sri Lanka’s logistics businesses anticipated by exp...,positive,0.944599569
"Sri Lanka rupee stronger, bond yields down",3/21/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 177.90/05 to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday up from 178.40/45 on Tuesday...,"Sri Lanka rupee stronger, bond yields down Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 177.90/05 to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday up from 178.40/45 on Tuesday...",negative,-0.950590134
Mastercard offers overseas hospital discounts for Sri Lankan cardholders,3/21/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT – Mastercard said it was offering Sri Lankan cardholders a range of discounts at top hospitals in Asi...,Mastercard offers overseas hospital discounts for Sri Lankan cardholders ECONOMYNEXT – Mastercard said it was offering Sri Lankan cardholders a range of discounts at top hospitals in Asi...,positive,0.626444519
"Weather data on mobiles can boost Sri Lanka farming output, cut risk: think tank",3/21/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka should publish weather data in easy-to-access mobile platforms to help farmers mitigate risk, helping boost ag...","Weather data on mobiles can boost Sri Lanka farming output, cut risk: think tank Sri Lanka should publish weather data in easy-to-access mobile platforms to help farmers mitigate risk, helping boost ag...",positive,0.848824501
Sri Lanka's national inflation picks up to 2.4-pct in February,3/21/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's nation-wide inflation picked up to 2.4 percent in the 12 months to February 2019 from 1.2 perce...,Sri Lanka's national inflation picks up to 2.4-pct in February ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's nation-wide inflation picked up to 2.4 percent in the 12 months to February 2019 from 1.2 perce...,negative,-0.979043961
No agreement with Oman Oil and Gas for refinery says Sri Lanka BOI,3/21/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's Board of Investment said there was no agreement with Oman's Ministry of Oil and Gas to invest up to 30 perce...,No agreement with Oman Oil and Gas for refinery says Sri Lanka BOI Sri Lanka's Board of Investment said there was no agreement with Oman's Ministry of Oil and Gas to invest up to 30 perce...,negative,-0.99896884
"Transparent, competitive procurement proposed in Sri Lanka natural gas policy",3/21/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – A new policy drafted on Sri Lankan plans to introduce natural gas has proposed the government will ...,"Transparent, competitive procurement proposed in Sri Lanka natural gas policy ECONOMYNEXT – A new policy drafted on Sri Lankan plans to introduce natural gas has proposed the government will ...",positive,0.873787224
'Lorena' documentary tells Lorena Bobbitt's story in a new light,3/21/2019,International news,"Mention the name Lorena Bobbitt and the reactions are all too predictable: the knowing snigger, the grimace that indicat...","'Lorena' documentary tells Lorena Bobbitt's story in a new light Mention the name Lorena Bobbitt and the reactions are all too predictable: the knowing snigger, the grimace that indicat...",negative,-0.996213615
Suburban Sri Lankans spend six years in traffic,3/21/2019,Ground,An average Sri Lankan living in the outer suburbs of the capital Colombo will spend around six years of their life on th...,Suburban Sri Lankans spend six years in traffic An average Sri Lankan living in the outer suburbs of the capital Colombo will spend around six years of their life on th...,negative,-0.954319537
Power cuts persist despite promises,3/21/2019,Economy,Reports of power cuts emerge despite assurances to the contrary.,Power cuts persist despite promises Reports of power cuts emerge despite assurances to the contrary.,negative,-0.991259992
Sri Lanka bank bad loan provisions surge with new accounting rule: Fitch,3/21/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT  - Sri Lankan banks have seen a surge in provisioning for bad loans with the adoption of a new accounting ru...,Sri Lanka bank bad loan provisions surge with new accounting rule: Fitch ECONOMYNEXT  - Sri Lankan banks have seen a surge in provisioning for bad loans with the adoption of a new accounting ru...,negative,-0.990721464
SLPP - SLFP talks held today,3/21/2019,Politics,The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna and the Sri Lanka Freedom Party held a second round of discussions today at the Oppositi...,SLPP - SLFP talks held today The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna and the Sri Lanka Freedom Party held a second round of discussions today at the Oppositi...,negative,-0.850443006
"Sri Lanka to make ""roll over"" bid at Human Rights Council",3/21/2019,Politics,Sri Lanka will pitch their proposal to get another two years to fulfill its promises made four years ago of post-war tra...,"Sri Lanka to make ""roll over"" bid at Human Rights Council Sri Lanka will pitch their proposal to get another two years to fulfill its promises made four years ago of post-war tra...",negative,-0.972801089
Sri Lanka cabinet approves legal changes for flexible inflation targeting,3/21/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's Cabinet of Ministers have approved changes to the monetary law of the country to help the Central Bank condu...,Sri Lanka cabinet approves legal changes for flexible inflation targeting Sri Lanka's Cabinet of Ministers have approved changes to the monetary law of the country to help the Central Bank condu...,positive,0.97903043
US Fed now expects no rate hikes in 2019,3/21/2019,Economy,"The Federal Reserve sent a strong signal the US economy is slowing, indicating Wednesday it will not raise the benchmark...","US Fed now expects no rate hikes in 2019 The Federal Reserve sent a strong signal the US economy is slowing, indicating Wednesday it will not raise the benchmark...",negative,-0.999743402
Dow falls after dovish Fed decision as Brexit chaos hammers pound,3/21/2019,International news,"Wall Street stocks finished a volatile session mostly lower on Wednesday following a dovish Federal Reserve decision, wh...","Dow falls after dovish Fed decision as Brexit chaos hammers pound Wall Street stocks finished a volatile session mostly lower on Wednesday following a dovish Federal Reserve decision, wh...",negative,-0.999619246
Sri Lanka per capita GDP edges lower amid soft-peg collapse,3/21/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's gross domestic product edged marginally lower to 4,102 dollars per person in 2018 from a revised 4,104 dolla...","Sri Lanka per capita GDP edges lower amid soft-peg collapse Sri Lanka's gross domestic product edged marginally lower to 4,102 dollars per person in 2018 from a revised 4,104 dolla...",negative,-0.998709202
Full statement by Sri Lanka Foreign Minister at HRC40,3/21/2019,Politics,This is the full statement of the Sri Lanka Foreign Minister Tilak Marapana delivered on Wednesday in Geneva at the Huma...,Full statement by Sri Lanka Foreign Minister at HRC40 This is the full statement of the Sri Lanka Foreign Minister Tilak Marapana delivered on Wednesday in Geneva at the Huma...,positive,0.652073145
Amnesty backs UNHRC reports,3/21/2019,Politics,Amnesty International calls on the government to speed up reconciliation efforts and backs  UNHRC report,Amnesty backs UNHRC reports Amnesty International calls on the government to speed up reconciliation efforts and backs  UNHRC report,negative,-0.977732122
Singapore rejects Sri Lanka President's allegation on wanted ex-CB Governor,3/20/2019,Legal,Singapore rejected Wednesday Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena's allegation it was sheltering a former central b...,Singapore rejects Sri Lanka President's allegation on wanted ex-CB Governor Singapore rejected Wednesday Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena's allegation it was sheltering a former central b...,negative,-0.98746103
Sri Lanka's 'highest leadership' lacks vision: UN rights chief,3/20/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka’s has failed to fully implement its commitments to ensure accountability for war-time atrocities becaus...,Sri Lanka's 'highest leadership' lacks vision: UN rights chief Sri Lanka’s has failed to fully implement its commitments to ensure accountability for war-time atrocities becaus...,negative,-0.999772489
Sri Lanka Foreign Minister at UN Human Rights Council - full text,3/20/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's Foreign Minister Tilak Marapana has made a statement at the United Nations Human Rights Council.,Sri Lanka Foreign Minister at UN Human Rights Council - full text Sri Lanka's Foreign Minister Tilak Marapana has made a statement at the United Nations Human Rights Council.,positive,0.990612447
Sri Lanka GDP grows 3.2-pct in 2018,3/20/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's gross domestic product was estimated to have grown 3.2 percent in 2018, data from the state statistics offic...","Sri Lanka GDP grows 3.2-pct in 2018 Sri Lanka's gross domestic product was estimated to have grown 3.2 percent in 2018, data from the state statistics offic...",positive,0.642962694
"UN says Sri Lanka leadership lacks ""common vision""",3/20/2019,Politics,UN human rights chief says Sri Lanka has failed to fully implement its commitments to ensure accountability.,"UN says Sri Lanka leadership lacks ""common vision"" UN human rights chief says Sri Lanka has failed to fully implement its commitments to ensure accountability.",negative,-0.99969244
Lanka rejects war crimes courts with foreign judges,3/20/2019,Politics,Sri Lanka which is yet to fulfill most of the promises made to the UN with regard to post-war reconciliation has rejecte...,Lanka rejects war crimes courts with foreign judges Sri Lanka which is yet to fulfill most of the promises made to the UN with regard to post-war reconciliation has rejecte...,negative,-0.992931128
Sri Lanka plans 100MW floating solar farm with Canada,3/20/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's will build a 100 MegaWatt floating solar power plant on a reservoir as a joint venture between state agencie...,Sri Lanka plans 100MW floating solar farm with Canada Sri Lanka's will build a 100 MegaWatt floating solar power plant on a reservoir as a joint venture between state agencie...,negative,-0.919052124
Google unveils search changes to placate EU,3/20/2019,International news,Google on Tuesday unveiled a series of tweaks to its European search engine results in an effort to avoid further fines ...,Google unveils search changes to placate EU Google on Tuesday unveiled a series of tweaks to its European search engine results in an effort to avoid further fines ...,negative,-0.983848274
Monsanto's Roundup weedkiller contributed to US man's cancer: jury,3/20/2019,International news,"The weedkiller Roundup was a ""substantial factor"" in the cancer of a US man who developed a lump in his throat after dec...","Monsanto's Roundup weedkiller contributed to US man's cancer: jury The weedkiller Roundup was a ""substantial factor"" in the cancer of a US man who developed a lump in his throat after dec...",negative,-0.979473412
"ADB, China lead project loan disbursements for Sri Lanka in 2018",3/20/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka received 1.35 billion US dollars in foreign financing for projects finance by foreign lenders during the first...,"ADB, China lead project loan disbursements for Sri Lanka in 2018 Sri Lanka received 1.35 billion US dollars in foreign financing for projects finance by foreign lenders during the first...",negative,-0.820759714
Epica Awards for Sri Lanka in August,3/20/2019,Miscellaneous,"Epica Awards, an international program to recognise creativity in advertising, design, public relations and digital medi...","Epica Awards for Sri Lanka in August Epica Awards, an international program to recognise creativity in advertising, design, public relations and digital medi...",positive,0.999059141
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Steel group to set up US75mn cement grinding plant,3/19/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Steel and Onyx group is investing 75 million US dollars to set up a cement grinding plant in Mirijjaw...,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Steel group to set up US75mn cement grinding plant Sri Lanka's Ceylon Steel and Onyx group is investing 75 million US dollars to set up a cement grinding plant in Mirijjaw...,negative,-0.964355707
"Sri Lanka non-bank lenders face asset quality, profitability pressure: Fitch",3/19/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s non-bank finance companies will face pressure on asset quality and profitability in the...,"Sri Lanka non-bank lenders face asset quality, profitability pressure: Fitch ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s non-bank finance companies will face pressure on asset quality and profitability in the...",negative,-0.986636341
Sri Lanka 12-month Treasuries yields fall 6-bp,3/19/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields fell across maturities with 12-month bills falling 06 basis points to 10.52 percent at Tuesd...,Sri Lanka 12-month Treasuries yields fall 6-bp Sri Lanka Treasuries yields fell across maturities with 12-month bills falling 06 basis points to 10.52 percent at Tuesd...,negative,-0.999415994
"Sri Lanka rupee falls at close, stocks retreat",3/19/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 178.40/45 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields fell and stocks retreated 0....","Sri Lanka rupee falls at close, stocks retreat Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 178.40/45 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields fell and stocks retreated 0....",negative,-0.999486685
Sri Lanka gets US$2.37bn in FDI in 2018; targets US$3bn in 2019,3/19/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has received 2.37 billon US dollars of foreign direct investment in 2018, up 38 percent from 1.78 billion US d...","Sri Lanka gets US$2.37bn in FDI in 2018; targets US$3bn in 2019 Sri Lanka has received 2.37 billon US dollars of foreign direct investment in 2018, up 38 percent from 1.78 billion US d...",negative,-0.803351998
Independent higher education quality assurance and accreditation council awaits Cabinet nod,3/19/2019,Education,Cabinet approval is being sought to set up a body to check the quality of education in all higher education institutes i...,Independent higher education quality assurance and accreditation council awaits Cabinet nod Cabinet approval is being sought to set up a body to check the quality of education in all higher education institutes i...,negative,-0.639585435
Humanities and social science graduates struggling - UGC,3/19/2019,Education,UGC Chairman says Humanities and Social Science graduates are struggling to find employment.,Humanities and social science graduates struggling - UGC UGC Chairman says Humanities and Social Science graduates are struggling to find employment.,negative,-0.999214172
SL to host two major international higher education events,3/19/2019,Politics,"Sri Lanka is set to host two back-to-back international conferences on quality assurance of higher education in March, t...","SL to host two major international higher education events Sri Lanka is set to host two back-to-back international conferences on quality assurance of higher education in March, t...",positive,0.9698807
"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services sector growth slows in Feb",3/19/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's manufacturing and services sector growth slowed down in February from January amid a shorter month and uncer...,"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services sector growth slows in Feb Sri Lanka's manufacturing and services sector growth slowed down in February from January amid a shorter month and uncer...",negative,-0.999326468
"Construction of US$3.85bn oil refinery to start in Sri Lanka, exports US$7bn",3/19/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka will begin construction of a 3.85 billion US dollar oil refinery on March 24, which can export up to 7 billion...","Construction of US$3.85bn oil refinery to start in Sri Lanka, exports US$7bn Sri Lanka will begin construction of a 3.85 billion US dollar oil refinery on March 24, which can export up to 7 billion...",positive,0.963851392
"Sri Lanka to regulate water fittings imports, manufacture",3/19/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – The government is to regulate import and local manufacture of water fittings to improve quality and...,"Sri Lanka to regulate water fittings imports, manufacture ECONOMYNEXT – The government is to regulate import and local manufacture of water fittings to improve quality and...",negative,-0.587408006
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker at open, bond yields stable",3/19/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 178.50/55 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields were stable, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee weaker at open, bond yields stable Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 178.50/55 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields were stable, dealers said.",negative,-0.985197365
Japanese aid for waste collection for Sri Lanka’s north,3/19/2019,Environment,ECONOMYNEXT – Japan will grant waste collection trucks to the Jaffna municipality in Sri Lanka’s north to ...,Japanese aid for waste collection for Sri Lanka’s north ECONOMYNEXT – Japan will grant waste collection trucks to the Jaffna municipality in Sri Lanka’s north to ...,negative,-0.963081658
"Asian rally stalls before Fed meeting, pound rebounds from losses",3/19/2019,International news,"Asian markets were mixed Tuesday as investors bide their time until the Federal Reserve's latest policy meeting, while t...","Asian rally stalls before Fed meeting, pound rebounds from losses Asian markets were mixed Tuesday as investors bide their time until the Federal Reserve's latest policy meeting, while t...",negative,-0.996971965
"Tracing missing people, reconciliation a fundamental right, Sri Lanka Tamil leader says",3/19/2019,Political News,ECONOMYNEXT – Government mechanisms to determine the fate of missing people in Sri Lanka and promote reconciliati...,"Tracing missing people, reconciliation a fundamental right, Sri Lanka Tamil leader says ECONOMYNEXT – Government mechanisms to determine the fate of missing people in Sri Lanka and promote reconciliati...",negative,-0.954693258
Media organizations warn of dangerous provisions in new law,3/19/2019,Politics,"CTA will give powers to police, army and coast guards to make arrests without warrants, Media Organisations warn.","Media organizations warn of dangerous provisions in new law CTA will give powers to police, army and coast guards to make arrests without warrants, Media Organisations warn.",negative,-0.993960857
"Sri Lanka forum to share doing business with Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam",3/19/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka – The Greater Mekong Business Council of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce will host an event where firms ...,"Sri Lanka forum to share doing business with Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam Sri Lanka – The Greater Mekong Business Council of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce will host an event where firms ...",positive,0.99848336
Sri Lanka dairy farmers in trouble after buying imported milch cows,3/19/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka is looking to give debt relief to farmers who have got into trouble after buying expensive imported milch cows...,Sri Lanka dairy farmers in trouble after buying imported milch cows Sri Lanka is looking to give debt relief to farmers who have got into trouble after buying expensive imported milch cows...,negative,-0.996507585
UN patent data shows Asia innovation surge,3/19/2019,International news,"More than half of all international patent applications filed last year came from Asia, a further sign of innovation shi...","UN patent data shows Asia innovation surge More than half of all international patent applications filed last year came from Asia, a further sign of innovation shi...",positive,0.994316876
Facebook takes down Sri Lanka TV anchor's posts justifying NZ massacre,3/19/2019,Legal,Facebook took down an offensive post by an anchor working for Sri Lanka's Derana TV and also deleted several equally off...,Facebook takes down Sri Lanka TV anchor's posts justifying NZ massacre Facebook took down an offensive post by an anchor working for Sri Lanka's Derana TV and also deleted several equally off...,negative,-0.998896122
"Sri Lanka corporate, non-corporate income tax revenue up 20-pct",3/18/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan government revenue generated from corporate and non-corporate income tax rose 20.4 perce...,"Sri Lanka corporate, non-corporate income tax revenue up 20-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan government revenue generated from corporate and non-corporate income tax rose 20.4 perce...",negative,-0.802790999
"Sri Lanka rupee gains at close, bonds yields stable",3/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 178.25/35 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were stable, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee gains at close, bonds yields stable Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 178.25/35 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were stable, dealers said.",negative,-0.883570552
"Modernizing Sri Lanka's bamboo industry could reduce poverty, protect environment",3/18/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lankan farmers could cultivate bamboo to diversify and enhance their income sources if the industry is modernized, e...","Modernizing Sri Lanka's bamboo industry could reduce poverty, protect environment Sri Lankan farmers could cultivate bamboo to diversify and enhance their income sources if the industry is modernized, e...",positive,0.752721488
Sri Lanka stock market boss wants ‘pump & dump’ scammers dealt with,3/18/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) chairman Ray Abeywardena has called for action against those behind a ...,Sri Lanka stock market boss wants ‘pump & dump’ scammers dealt with ECONOMYNEXT – Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) chairman Ray Abeywardena has called for action against those behind a ...,negative,-0.994605005
Sri Lanka President miffed over Singapore's silence on wanted ex-CB Governor,3/18/2019,Legal,President Maithripala Sirisena says he is disappointed that Singapore had not responded to a request to locate ex-Centra...,Sri Lanka President miffed over Singapore's silence on wanted ex-CB Governor President Maithripala Sirisena says he is disappointed that Singapore had not responded to a request to locate ex-Centra...,negative,-0.998900056
Sri Lanka's Sanken eyes mega projects with foreign partners after 2019 budget,3/18/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's Sanken Construction (Pvt) Ltd said it is now eyeing an 18 billion rupee government office complex contract, ...","Sri Lanka's Sanken eyes mega projects with foreign partners after 2019 budget Sri Lanka's Sanken Construction (Pvt) Ltd said it is now eyeing an 18 billion rupee government office complex contract, ...",negative,-0.963262916
"Sri Lanka's CEB hires 5,900 staff, mostly from Kegalle: Minister",3/18/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board had hired about 5,900 staff in recent years mostly from the Kegalle distr...","Sri Lanka's CEB hires 5,900 staff, mostly from Kegalle: Minister Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board had hired about 5,900 staff in recent years mostly from the Kegalle distr...",positive,0.600102842
Ananda Seneviratne appointed Managing Director of Sri Lanka's Siyapatha Finance,3/18/2019,Culture,"Sri Lanka's Siyapatha Finance has appointed Ananda Seneviratne as Managing Director, the firm said.","Ananda Seneviratne appointed Managing Director of Sri Lanka's Siyapatha Finance Sri Lanka's Siyapatha Finance has appointed Ananda Seneviratne as Managing Director, the firm said.",positive,0.997014642
"Sri Lanka’s Bogala Graphite gains on high value products, rupee weakness",3/18/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan graphite miner Bogala Graphite said its return to profit in 2018 was helped by more sale...,"Sri Lanka’s Bogala Graphite gains on high value products, rupee weakness ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan graphite miner Bogala Graphite said its return to profit in 2018 was helped by more sale...",negative,-0.986324012
"Sri Lanka rupee opens marginally weaker, bond yields stable",3/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened marginally weaker at 178.40/60 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields were stable, dealer...","Sri Lanka rupee opens marginally weaker, bond yields stable Sri Lanka's rupee opened marginally weaker at 178.40/60 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields were stable, dealer...",negative,-0.992543936
Bribery Commission launches national action plan amidst allegations of negligence,3/18/2019,Politics,The Bribery Commission launched a five year project  today to eradicate bribery and corruption in Sri Lanka  ,Bribery Commission launches national action plan amidst allegations of negligence The Bribery Commission launched a five year project  today to eradicate bribery and corruption in Sri Lanka  ,positive,0.970116019
Head-on collision in Nagawilluwa kills four,3/18/2019,Uncategorized,Fatal accident has caused the death of four people and four are injured.,Head-on collision in Nagawilluwa kills four Fatal accident has caused the death of four people and four are injured.,negative,-0.990595341
Singapore rejects Sirisena's assertion over Mahendran,3/18/2019,Politics,President Sirisena says he is disappointed  government with the government of Singapore over the Arjuna Mahendran affair...,Singapore rejects Sirisena's assertion over Mahendran President Sirisena says he is disappointed  government with the government of Singapore over the Arjuna Mahendran affair...,negative,-0.995468616
Under fire US aviation agency defends B737 vetting,3/18/2019,International news,"The US agency that regulates civil aviation said Sunday it followed ""standard"" procedures in certifying the Boeing jetli...","Under fire US aviation agency defends B737 vetting The US agency that regulates civil aviation said Sunday it followed ""standard"" procedures in certifying the Boeing jetli...",negative,-0.983218074
Asia markets extend rally as eyes turn to Fed meeting,3/18/2019,International news,Asian markets rose Monday as investors tracked a positive lead from Wall Street on optimism over the China-US trade talk...,Asia markets extend rally as eyes turn to Fed meeting Asian markets rose Monday as investors tracked a positive lead from Wall Street on optimism over the China-US trade talk...,positive,0.973873019
"Sri Lanka forex reserves drop to US$6,005mn in Feb",3/18/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's gross official reserves dropped to 6,005 million US dollars in February 2019, down 147 million dollars from ...","Sri Lanka forex reserves drop to US$6,005mn in Feb Sri Lanka's gross official reserves dropped to 6,005 million US dollars in February 2019, down 147 million dollars from ...",negative,-0.9961164
Sri Lanka anchor defends colleague justifying New Zealand massacre,3/17/2019,Political News,A senior anchor attempted to distance her private television network from controversial comments of a colleague who just...,Sri Lanka anchor defends colleague justifying New Zealand massacre A senior anchor attempted to distance her private television network from controversial comments of a colleague who just...,negative,-0.996145487
Fed to hold fire on interest rates as world economy slows,3/17/2019,International news,"There is virtually no chance the US Federal Reserve will raise interest rates in the coming week, since policymakers hav...","Fed to hold fire on interest rates as world economy slows There is virtually no chance the US Federal Reserve will raise interest rates in the coming week, since policymakers hav...",negative,-0.995589733
Sri Lanka bribery commission files one case of corruption of over Rs10mn in decade,3/17/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka's anti-bribery commission had only filed one case for corruption involving a sum of over 10 million rupees, an...","Sri Lanka bribery commission files one case of corruption of over Rs10mn in decade Sri Lanka's anti-bribery commission had only filed one case for corruption involving a sum of over 10 million rupees, an...",negative,-0.969803154
Anti-carbon tax rally turns violent in Paris,3/16/2019,International news,"After weeks of declining participation, France's ""yellow vest"" protest movement attempted to rebound on Saturday with a ...","Anti-carbon tax rally turns violent in Paris After weeks of declining participation, France's ""yellow vest"" protest movement attempted to rebound on Saturday with a ...",negative,-0.998246193
Backlash over Sri Lanka TV anchor justifying New Zealand massacre,3/16/2019,Political News,An anchor for a television station in Sri Lanka has attempted to justify the massacre of 49 people in New Zealand by say...,Backlash over Sri Lanka TV anchor justifying New Zealand massacre An anchor for a television station in Sri Lanka has attempted to justify the massacre of 49 people in New Zealand by say...,negative,-0.998400629
Boeing upgrades software on crisis-hit 737 MAX after deadly crash,3/16/2019,International news,"Boeing is upgrading the stall prevention software on its 737 MAX, industry sources said Friday, as French investigators ...","Boeing upgrades software on crisis-hit 737 MAX after deadly crash Boeing is upgrading the stall prevention software on its 737 MAX, industry sources said Friday, as French investigators ...",negative,-0.98552376
Sri Lanka's state-run CEB loses Rs25bn in 2018,3/16/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board has lost 25 billion rupees in 2018, including 11.5 billion rupees of fina...","Sri Lanka's state-run CEB loses Rs25bn in 2018 Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board has lost 25 billion rupees in 2018, including 11.5 billion rupees of fina...",negative,-0.999655604
"Sri Lanka to launch national action plan to combat bribery, corruption",3/15/2019,Legal,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka will launch a national action plan to combat bribery and corruption which will include ch...,"Sri Lanka to launch national action plan to combat bribery, corruption ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka will launch a national action plan to combat bribery and corruption which will include ch...",positive,0.840967655
Sri Lanka and Australia expand naval links with joint exercise,3/15/2019,Defence,"Sri Lanka and Australia are conducting joint naval exercises to boost interoperability and co-operation, which will supp...","Sri Lanka and Australia expand naval links with joint exercise Sri Lanka and Australia are conducting joint naval exercises to boost interoperability and co-operation, which will supp...",positive,0.996912241
"60-pct foreign ownership in Sri Lanka shipping, Maersk keen on East Terminal",3/15/2019,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka will raise foreign ownership in ship agencies to 60 percent in the first stage of liberal...,"60-pct foreign ownership in Sri Lanka shipping, Maersk keen on East Terminal ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka will raise foreign ownership in ship agencies to 60 percent in the first stage of liberal...",negative,-0.622682393
US$70mn from World Bank to improve local services in rural Sri Lanka,3/15/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – The World Bank said it has approved a loan of 70 million US dollars to improve the quality of life ...,US$70mn from World Bank to improve local services in rural Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT – The World Bank said it has approved a loan of 70 million US dollars to improve the quality of life ...,positive,0.774413824
"Sri Lanka only partly met UN promise to release military-held land, study finds",3/15/2019,Defence,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s military has only partially fulfilled promises to the United Nations to release ...,"Sri Lanka only partly met UN promise to release military-held land, study finds ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s military has only partially fulfilled promises to the United Nations to release ...",negative,-0.996873617
"Sri Lanka new border para-tariff triggered by vanishing importers, pressure group",3/15/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka has imposed a border tax on top of other border levies in a bid to combat income tax evaders and to accommodat...,"Sri Lanka new border para-tariff triggered by vanishing importers, pressure group Sri Lanka has imposed a border tax on top of other border levies in a bid to combat income tax evaders and to accommodat...",negative,-0.992633283
Sri Lanka's Sunshine and CIC in talks to merge healthcare business,3/15/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings Plc and agrochemical group CIC Holdings Plc said they merge healthcare operations.,Sri Lanka's Sunshine and CIC in talks to merge healthcare business Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings Plc and agrochemical group CIC Holdings Plc said they merge healthcare operations.,positive,0.962179959
Accident in Meddalanda kills three people,3/15/2019,Politics,Father and the Mother of the same family among the victims,Accident in Meddalanda kills three people Father and the Mother of the same family among the victims,negative,-0.997287869
"""Gamperaliya"" gets more cash in election year",3/15/2019,Economy,"In this election year the Government has allocated a huge chunk of cash for its Rural Development program ""Gamperaliya.""","""Gamperaliya"" gets more cash in election year In this election year the Government has allocated a huge chunk of cash for its Rural Development program ""Gamperaliya.""",negative,-0.968997419
Asian markets rally as Trump signals trade talks optimism,3/15/2019,International news,"Asian markets rose Friday as Donald Trump struck an upbeat note on trade talks with China, while the pound held steady a...","Asian markets rally as Trump signals trade talks optimism Asian markets rose Friday as Donald Trump struck an upbeat note on trade talks with China, while the pound held steady a...",positive,0.993048191
Boeing suspends 737 MAX deliveries as France probes black boxes,3/15/2019,International news,US aerospace giant Boeing said Thursday it was suspending deliveries of its top-selling 737 MAX as French investigators ...,Boeing suspends 737 MAX deliveries as France probes black boxes US aerospace giant Boeing said Thursday it was suspending deliveries of its top-selling 737 MAX as French investigators ...,negative,-0.999352515
Hong Kong's Cathay Pacific back to profit after two years in red,3/15/2019,International news,"Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific on Wednesday announced a net profit of HK$2.35 billion ($299 million) last year, e...","Hong Kong's Cathay Pacific back to profit after two years in red Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific on Wednesday announced a net profit of HK$2.35 billion ($299 million) last year, e...",negative,-0.865467012
China leads loan commitments to Sri Lanka in 2018,3/15/2019,Economy,"China has committed the most bilateral financing to Sri Lanka in 2018, with a billion US dollar syndicated loan for disc...","China leads loan commitments to Sri Lanka in 2018 China has committed the most bilateral financing to Sri Lanka in 2018, with a billion US dollar syndicated loan for disc...",positive,0.979577363
Vajira the consummate Artiste,3/15/2019,Uncategorized,"Vajira Chitrasena, doyenne of traditional dancing and groundbreaking artiste celebrated her 87th birthday on March 15","Vajira the consummate Artiste Vajira Chitrasena, doyenne of traditional dancing and groundbreaking artiste celebrated her 87th birthday on March 15",positive,0.999738634
Sri Lanka vehicle registrations fall in February as demand slows,3/14/2019,Ground,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan vehicle registrations fell sharply in February 2019 to 2,347 units from 3,147 units the ...","Sri Lanka vehicle registrations fall in February as demand slows ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan vehicle registrations fell sharply in February 2019 to 2,347 units from 3,147 units the ...",negative,-0.999255955
"Sri Lanka readies sustainable consumption, production policy",3/14/2019,Economy,Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena has said the government has prepared a sustainable consumption and production ...,"Sri Lanka readies sustainable consumption, production policy Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena has said the government has prepared a sustainable consumption and production ...",positive,0.999139428
Japan's Belluna expects Sri Lanka property pick-up,3/14/2019,Business,"The Belluna group, based in Japan, will invest 450 million US dollars in Sri Lanka's tourism and property sectors. The g...","Japan's Belluna expects Sri Lanka property pick-up The Belluna group, based in Japan, will invest 450 million US dollars in Sri Lanka's tourism and property sectors. The g...",negative,-0.858315527
"Sri Lanka industrial activity flat in January, food output down",3/14/2019,Business,"Manufacturing activity in Sri Lanka grew marginally by 0.1 percent in January 2019 compared to a year earlier, the Censu...","Sri Lanka industrial activity flat in January, food output down Manufacturing activity in Sri Lanka grew marginally by 0.1 percent in January 2019 compared to a year earlier, the Censu...",negative,-0.999034524
"Women in Sri Lanka's North exploited for rape tapes, snuff videos: Legislator",3/14/2019,Legal,Women and children in Sri Lanka's North are being exploited to produce rape tapes and snuff videos by members of the com...,"Women in Sri Lanka's North exploited for rape tapes, snuff videos: Legislator Women and children in Sri Lanka's North are being exploited to produce rape tapes and snuff videos by members of the com...",negative,-0.994669855
Sri Lanka's US dollar bonds get final 'B' rating from Fitch,3/14/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Fitch Ratings said it has assigned a final rating of 'B' to the US dollar bonds issued by the Sri Lankan g...,Sri Lanka's US dollar bonds get final 'B' rating from Fitch ECONOMYNEXT - Fitch Ratings said it has assigned a final rating of 'B' to the US dollar bonds issued by the Sri Lankan g...,negative,-0.985806823
Sri Lanka Ports Authority to buy three cranes from China,3/14/2019,Logistics,The Sri Lanka Ports Authority is to buy three ship-to-shore gantry cranes from China’s Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Ind...,Sri Lanka Ports Authority to buy three cranes from China The Sri Lanka Ports Authority is to buy three ship-to-shore gantry cranes from China’s Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Ind...,negative,-0.98694706
Sri Lanka should hand back private lands in the North faster: Bimal,3/14/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka should hand back land in the north to citizens quicker, because the war ended 10 years ago, Jantha Vimukthi Pe...","Sri Lanka should hand back private lands in the North faster: Bimal Sri Lanka should hand back land in the north to citizens quicker, because the war ended 10 years ago, Jantha Vimukthi Pe...",negative,-0.995558083
Sri Lanka plantations salary supplement from cess fund: Finance Minister,3/14/2019,Agriculture,"A salary supplement for plantations workers will come from an industry cess fund, Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera s...","Sri Lanka plantations salary supplement from cess fund: Finance Minister A salary supplement for plantations workers will come from an industry cess fund, Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera s...",negative,-0.991392493
"Sri Lanka rupee opens lower, bond yields stable",3/14/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 178.80/00  to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields were stable and stocks gain...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens lower, bond yields stable Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 178.80/00  to the US dollar on Thursday while bond yields were stable and stocks gain...",negative,-0.993728518
Sri Lanka on track to repay foreign debt in 2019: Finance Minister,3/14/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka has already repaid about 2.0 billion US dollars denominated debt so far this year and is on track to settle th...,Sri Lanka on track to repay foreign debt in 2019: Finance Minister Sri Lanka has already repaid about 2.0 billion US dollars denominated debt so far this year and is on track to settle th...,negative,-0.608014226
Public consultation before mandating CEO/chairman separation: Sri Lanka SEC,3/14/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s capital markets regulator, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), said it would introduce rule...","Public consultation before mandating CEO/chairman separation: Sri Lanka SEC Sri Lanka’s capital markets regulator, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), said it would introduce rule...",negative,-0.969956875
SLPP and SLFP to form alliance,3/14/2019,Politics,The SLFP and the SLPP have agreed to form a broad anti-UNP alliance to face future elections after meeting in Colombo on...,SLPP and SLFP to form alliance The SLFP and the SLPP have agreed to form a broad anti-UNP alliance to face future elections after meeting in Colombo on...,positive,0.652397811
"Pound tracks back from Brexit highs, Asia markets mixed",3/14/2019,International news,"The pound retreated from nine-month highs in Asia on Thursday as investors are dogged by Brexit uncertainty, while equit...","Pound tracks back from Brexit highs, Asia markets mixed The pound retreated from nine-month highs in Asia on Thursday as investors are dogged by Brexit uncertainty, while equit...",negative,-0.994870186
US grounds Boeing 737 MAX amid growing safety concerns,3/14/2019,International news,The ban on the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft became worldwide on Wednesday after US President Donald Trump joined Canada and o...,US grounds Boeing 737 MAX amid growing safety concerns The ban on the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft became worldwide on Wednesday after US President Donald Trump joined Canada and o...,negative,-0.81123507
"Sri Lanka car taxes for LC's from March 05, VAT for apartments in April",3/14/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's higher car taxes will apply to letters of credit opened after March 05, and apartments to agreements signed ...","Sri Lanka car taxes for LC's from March 05, VAT for apartments in April Sri Lanka's higher car taxes will apply to letters of credit opened after March 05, and apartments to agreements signed ...",negative,-0.941147745
"""Not an election budget but a sensitive one,"" says Mangala",3/14/2019,Economy,Finance Minister says new Luxury Tax (LT) will be charged for vehicles registered after 6th March. ,"""Not an election budget but a sensitive one,"" says Mangala Finance Minister says new Luxury Tax (LT) will be charged for vehicles registered after 6th March. ",positive,0.99338299
US honours Sri Lanka’s Marini de Livera for social justice leadership,3/14/2019,Uncategorized,"Marini de Livera, former chairperson of the National Child Protection Authority, received the International Women of Cou...","US honours Sri Lanka’s Marini de Livera for social justice leadership Marini de Livera, former chairperson of the National Child Protection Authority, received the International Women of Cou...",positive,0.996393502
Sri Lanka will get breather to fulfill reconciliation promise in Geneva,3/14/2019,Politics,"As Sri Lanka heads into crucial sessions with the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva this week, the delegates...","Sri Lanka will get breather to fulfill reconciliation promise in Geneva As Sri Lanka heads into crucial sessions with the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva this week, the delegates...",positive,0.997622669
"Sri Lankan imports fall sharply in December 2018, trade gap narrows",3/13/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s imports fell sharply in December 2018 from a year ago with the trade gap narrowi...,"Sri Lankan imports fall sharply in December 2018, trade gap narrows ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s imports fell sharply in December 2018 from a year ago with the trade gap narrowi...",negative,-0.998703241
No Boeing B737 Max aircraft flying over or to Sri Lanka,3/13/2019,Aviation,"Sri Lanka is monitoring the safety issue of Boeing B737 Max aircraft after a crash in Ethiopia, but no aircraft is overf...","No Boeing B737 Max aircraft flying over or to Sri Lanka Sri Lanka is monitoring the safety issue of Boeing B737 Max aircraft after a crash in Ethiopia, but no aircraft is overf...",negative,-0.978196919
Sri Lanka approves contracts to build 28 small solar power plants,3/13/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government has approved the award of contracts to investors to build 28 small so...,Sri Lanka approves contracts to build 28 small solar power plants ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government has approved the award of contracts to investors to build 28 small so...,positive,0.948424518
ACL Cables wins Rs1.8bn cable deal from Sri Lanka power utility,3/13/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – ACL Cables has won a contract worth 1.78 billion rupees to supply aerial bundled cables to Sri Lank...,ACL Cables wins Rs1.8bn cable deal from Sri Lanka power utility ECONOMYNEXT – ACL Cables has won a contract worth 1.78 billion rupees to supply aerial bundled cables to Sri Lank...,negative,-0.749665916
Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill yield falls to 10.58-pct,3/13/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill yield fell 06 basis points to 10.58 percent at Wednesdayâ...,Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill yield falls to 10.58-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill yield fell 06 basis points to 10.58 percent at Wednesdayâ...,negative,-0.999239802
Sri Lanka plans price formula for milk powder,3/13/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's price control agency will start a formula for milk powder, taking into account costs and exchange rate fluct...","Sri Lanka plans price formula for milk powder Sri Lanka's price control agency will start a formula for milk powder, taking into account costs and exchange rate fluct...",negative,-0.998776734
"Sri Lanka’s Dockyard eyes LNG storage, hi-tech, smaller vessels",3/13/2019,Logistics,"ECONOMYNEXT – Colombo Dockyard, Sri Lanka’s listed shipyard, is changing its shipbuilding strategy and aim...","Sri Lanka’s Dockyard eyes LNG storage, hi-tech, smaller vessels ECONOMYNEXT – Colombo Dockyard, Sri Lanka’s listed shipyard, is changing its shipbuilding strategy and aim...",negative,-0.812919974
Sri Lanka raised fuel prices below formula in March: Fin Min,3/13/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka has raised fuel prices below a price formula to help people prepare for an upcoming Sinhala and Tamil New Year...,Sri Lanka raised fuel prices below formula in March: Fin Min Sri Lanka has raised fuel prices below a price formula to help people prepare for an upcoming Sinhala and Tamil New Year...,negative,-0.982781827
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields rise",3/13/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 178.95/05 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields rose in an active market ah...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields rise Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 178.95/05 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields rose in an active market ah...",negative,-0.986406863
Boeing facing serious consequences over 737 MAX,3/13/2019,International news,American aviation giant Boeing predicted in January that 2019 would be a record year for aircraft profits and deliveries...,Boeing facing serious consequences over 737 MAX American aviation giant Boeing predicted in January that 2019 would be a record year for aircraft profits and deliveries...,negative,-0.969303131
British MPs resoundingly reject Brexit deal for second time,3/13/2019,International news,"British MPs resoundingly rejected Prime Minister Theresa May's Brexit deal for a second time on Tuesday, plunging the co...","British MPs resoundingly reject Brexit deal for second time British MPs resoundingly rejected Prime Minister Theresa May's Brexit deal for a second time on Tuesday, plunging the co...",negative,-0.993707538
"Asian markets retreat from rally, pound stable after Brexit drop",3/13/2019,International news,Asian markets retreated Wednesday after two days of gains but the pound enjoyed some stability after the previous day's ...,"Asian markets retreat from rally, pound stable after Brexit drop Asian markets retreated Wednesday after two days of gains but the pound enjoyed some stability after the previous day's ...",positive,0.992694378
Sri Lanka defends nationalist digital protectionism,3/13/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has defended a digital protectionist tax that was hiked to 3.5 percent and expanded, saying it will help domes...","Sri Lanka defends nationalist digital protectionism Sri Lanka has defended a digital protectionist tax that was hiked to 3.5 percent and expanded, saying it will help domes...",positive,0.842608392
EU considers Sri Lanka request to increase skilled labour migration,3/12/2019,Political News,ECONOMYNEXT – A Sri Lankan request to increase skilled labour migration to the European Union was taken up for co...,EU considers Sri Lanka request to increase skilled labour migration ECONOMYNEXT – A Sri Lankan request to increase skilled labour migration to the European Union was taken up for co...,negative,-0.972985923
Sri Lanka petrol hiked to Rs132,3/12/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka has hiked the price of petrol (92 Octane) by 3 rupees to 132 rupees a litre and auto diesel by 1 rupee to 104 ...,Sri Lanka petrol hiked to Rs132 Sri Lanka has hiked the price of petrol (92 Octane) by 3 rupees to 132 rupees a litre and auto diesel by 1 rupee to 104 ...,negative,-0.981297374
Sri Lanka to restore tax slashed car privilege for state workers,3/12/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will resume giving tax slashed cars to the state worker class, Finance Minsier Mangala Samaraweera said, while...","Sri Lanka to restore tax slashed car privilege for state workers Sri Lanka will resume giving tax slashed cars to the state worker class, Finance Minsier Mangala Samaraweera said, while...",negative,-0.989882767
Sri Lanka budget second reading passed with 119 votes,3/12/2019,Economy,"A second reading for Sri Lanka's budget for 2019 passed with a 119 legislators of the 225 member assembly voting for, Sp...","Sri Lanka budget second reading passed with 119 votes A second reading for Sri Lanka's budget for 2019 passed with a 119 legislators of the 225 member assembly voting for, Sp...",negative,-0.501990139
"Sri Lanka rupee closes lower, bond yields rise",3/12/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 178.82/86 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields rose after an auction, dealer...","Sri Lanka rupee closes lower, bond yields rise Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 178.82/86 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields rose after an auction, dealer...",negative,-0.995342374
Sri Lanka budget has put opposition to sleep: Govt legislator,3/12/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's 2019 budget has put the opposition to sleep with lethargic criticism and most members missing from the chamb...,Sri Lanka budget has put opposition to sleep: Govt legislator Sri Lanka's 2019 budget has put the opposition to sleep with lethargic criticism and most members missing from the chamb...,negative,-0.998557627
"Sri Lanka mulls labour imports to overcome shortages, spur growth",3/12/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government is planning urgent reforms to archaic labour laws to help revive econ...,"Sri Lanka mulls labour imports to overcome shortages, spur growth ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government is planning urgent reforms to archaic labour laws to help revive econ...",negative,-0.968041837
Dee Liyanwala made head of LSEG Technology Sri Lanka,3/12/2019,ICT,"LSEG Techology Sri Lanka, a unit of London Stock Exchange that develops securities trading software, ealier known as Mil...","Dee Liyanwala made head of LSEG Technology Sri Lanka LSEG Techology Sri Lanka, a unit of London Stock Exchange that develops securities trading software, ealier known as Mil...",positive,0.918756008
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker at open, bonds quiet",3/12/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was trading at 178.65/75 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while the bond market was qui...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker at open, bonds quiet Sri Lanka's rupee was trading at 178.65/75 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while the bond market was qui...",negative,-0.994096756
"Sri Lanka to make separation of chairman, CEO roles mandatory",3/12/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka’s stock market regulator is to make mandatory the separation of the role of chairman and chief executiv...,"Sri Lanka to make separation of chairman, CEO roles mandatory Sri Lanka’s stock market regulator is to make mandatory the separation of the role of chairman and chief executiv...",negative,-0.979388475
Gotabaya's trial will be further delayed as he gets leave to go overseas,3/12/2019,Politics,Court grants leave for Gotabaya Rajapaksa to travel overseas delaying the corruption trial further ,Gotabaya's trial will be further delayed as he gets leave to go overseas Court grants leave for Gotabaya Rajapaksa to travel overseas delaying the corruption trial further ,negative,-0.996991038
Ignorance and corruption bedevils state enterprises,3/12/2019,Economy,"Rampant corruption, mismanagement and ignorance is ruining State Owned Enterprises says  the Advocata Institute","Ignorance and corruption bedevils state enterprises Rampant corruption, mismanagement and ignorance is ruining State Owned Enterprises says  the Advocata Institute",negative,-0.999225974
UK says 'legally binding changes' to Brexit deal agreed with EU,3/12/2019,International news,"Prime Minister Theresa May said Monday she has secured ""legally binding"" guarantees from the EU designed to get the Brex...","UK says 'legally binding changes' to Brexit deal agreed with EU Prime Minister Theresa May said Monday she has secured ""legally binding"" guarantees from the EU designed to get the Brex...",positive,0.940347016
Corruption and patronage culture rampant,3/12/2019,Economy,"Successive Sri Lankan governments have pumped a colossal Rs.1,150 billion into the upkeep of these SOEs up to 2017.","Corruption and patronage culture rampant Successive Sri Lankan governments have pumped a colossal Rs.1,150 billion into the upkeep of these SOEs up to 2017.",positive,0.833523333
Ability of Parliamentary Committees questionable - Advocata,3/12/2019,Politics,"The Advocata Institute, a Colombo-based think tank, is questioning the ability of various oversight committees set up by...","Ability of Parliamentary Committees questionable - Advocata The Advocata Institute, a Colombo-based think tank, is questioning the ability of various oversight committees set up by...",negative,-0.970379233
Sri Lanka to remain on deficit-cutting path despite Keynesian debacle de-railing national debt,3/12/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will remain on a path to fiscal consolidation despite being an election year, State Minister for Finance Eran ...","Sri Lanka to remain on deficit-cutting path despite Keynesian debacle de-railing national debt Sri Lanka will remain on a path to fiscal consolidation despite being an election year, State Minister for Finance Eran ...",positive,0.986458004
Black Money threat to Human Rights in Sri Lanka - UN,3/12/2019,Uncategorized,""" No study on or official estimation of illicit outflows or inflows has been conducted to date in Sri Lanka.”","Black Money threat to Human Rights in Sri Lanka - UN "" No study on or official estimation of illicit outflows or inflows has been conducted to date in Sri Lanka.”",negative,-0.996944129
Norges Fund investments in Sri Lanka grow 15.3-pct to US$98.3m in 2018,3/12/2019,Markets,The world's largest sovereign wealth fund has increased its equity investments in Sri Lanka by 15.3 percent to 98.3 mill...,Norges Fund investments in Sri Lanka grow 15.3-pct to US$98.3m in 2018 The world's largest sovereign wealth fund has increased its equity investments in Sri Lanka by 15.3 percent to 98.3 mill...,positive,0.987285316
"IMF urges Maldives to tinker with exchange rate peg, amid Chinese debt",3/11/2019,Economy,"The International Monetary Fund is urging the Maldives to review its exchange rate peg, which had helped the country to ...","IMF urges Maldives to tinker with exchange rate peg, amid Chinese debt The International Monetary Fund is urging the Maldives to review its exchange rate peg, which had helped the country to ...",negative,-0.991125643
"New Sri Lanka logistics park to offer inventory management, handle returns",3/11/2019,Ground,ECONOMYNEXT – A logistics facility Sri Lankan conglomerate John Keells Holdings is building with an investment of...,"New Sri Lanka logistics park to offer inventory management, handle returns ECONOMYNEXT – A logistics facility Sri Lankan conglomerate John Keells Holdings is building with an investment of...",positive,0.997730553
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks fall",3/11/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee ended weaker at 178.50/65 to the to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields edged up and stocks fel...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks fall Sri Lanka's rupee ended weaker at 178.50/65 to the to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields edged up and stocks fel...",negative,-0.998688519
"Sri Lanka’s budget deficit, debt targets challenging: Moody’s",3/11/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Achieving the Sri Lankan government’s deficit and debt targets set out in last week’s...,"Sri Lanka’s budget deficit, debt targets challenging: Moody’s ECONOMYNEXT – Achieving the Sri Lankan government’s deficit and debt targets set out in last week’s...",negative,-0.982439518
World Bank loan to help Sri Lankan small farmers tackle climate change,3/11/2019,Agriculture,ECONOMYNEXT – The World Bank Monday approved a 125 million US dollar loan for Sri Lanka to help small farmers imp...,World Bank loan to help Sri Lankan small farmers tackle climate change ECONOMYNEXT – The World Bank Monday approved a 125 million US dollar loan for Sri Lanka to help small farmers imp...,negative,-0.745927811
Sri Lanka has fulfilled a quarter of 2018 budget proposals,3/11/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has completed just over a quarter of the 2018 budget so far, State Finance Minister Eran Wickramaratne said.","Sri Lanka has fulfilled a quarter of 2018 budget proposals Sri Lanka has completed just over a quarter of the 2018 budget so far, State Finance Minister Eran Wickramaratne said.",negative,-0.868316174
"Sri Lanka's budget, IMF deal will help cut risks, currency collapse worsens debt: Fitch",3/11/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's budget and a deal with the International Monetary Fund would help cut economic risks and get over the disrup...,"Sri Lanka's budget, IMF deal will help cut risks, currency collapse worsens debt: Fitch Sri Lanka's budget and a deal with the International Monetary Fund would help cut economic risks and get over the disrup...",negative,-0.995301247
Sri Lanka gets Japanese Rs48bn soft loan for light rail,3/11/2019,Ground,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka Monday signed an agreement with Japan for a soft loan to build a light rail transit (LRT)...,Sri Lanka gets Japanese Rs48bn soft loan for light rail ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka Monday signed an agreement with Japan for a soft loan to build a light rail transit (LRT)...,negative,-0.917184532
"Sri Lanka rupee, bonds stable at open",3/11/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted flat at 178.40/55 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were stable in a dull marke...","Sri Lanka rupee, bonds stable at open Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted flat at 178.40/55 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were stable in a dull marke...",negative,-0.999564946
Asia markets mixed after last week's hefty losses,3/11/2019,International news,Asian markets were mixed Monday as bargain-buying from last week's sharp losses was offset by a weak US jobs report and ...,Asia markets mixed after last week's hefty losses Asian markets were mixed Monday as bargain-buying from last week's sharp losses was offset by a weak US jobs report and ...,negative,-0.999610484
Boeing 737 MAX safety record questioned after two tragedies,3/11/2019,International news,"For the second time in less than six months, a Boeing 737 MAX 8 has crashed minutes after takeoff and killed everyone on...","Boeing 737 MAX safety record questioned after two tragedies For the second time in less than six months, a Boeing 737 MAX 8 has crashed minutes after takeoff and killed everyone on...",negative,-0.997863829
Sri Lanka car market stalls as duty increase hits demand,3/11/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka’s main car dealers were offering pre-budget prices for fleets of vehicles in stock, but the demand had ...","Sri Lanka car market stalls as duty increase hits demand Sri Lanka’s main car dealers were offering pre-budget prices for fleets of vehicles in stock, but the demand had ...",negative,-0.99497062
Sri Lanka international sovereign bond trading planned in Colombo bourse,3/10/2019,Bonds & Forex,Colombo Stock Exchange has been given the go-ahead by Central Bank to list recently issued dollar denominated sovereign ...,Sri Lanka international sovereign bond trading planned in Colombo bourse Colombo Stock Exchange has been given the go-ahead by Central Bank to list recently issued dollar denominated sovereign ...,positive,0.967430353
India gets another Russian submarine amid China expansion in Sri Lanka and Maldives,3/10/2019,South Asia,"India has signed a $3 billion deal to lease a third Russian nuclear-powered submarine for 10 years, giving Delhi a boost...","India gets another Russian submarine amid China expansion in Sri Lanka and Maldives India has signed a $3 billion deal to lease a third Russian nuclear-powered submarine for 10 years, giving Delhi a boost...",positive,0.999558866
"Sri Lanka govt to repay Cargills, Sathosa for subsidised food losses",3/10/2019,Economy,The Sri Lankan government is to reimburse the Cargills (Ceylon) ‘Food City’ supermarket chain and state ret...,"Sri Lanka govt to repay Cargills, Sathosa for subsidised food losses The Sri Lankan government is to reimburse the Cargills (Ceylon) ‘Food City’ supermarket chain and state ret...",negative,-0.991085351
Sri Lanka budget amid economic crisis: President,3/9/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's budget for 2019 was prepared amid an economic crisis and if anyone could do a better job they should prepare...,Sri Lanka budget amid economic crisis: President Sri Lanka's budget for 2019 was prepared amid an economic crisis and if anyone could do a better job they should prepare...,negative,-0.994859338
Sri Lanka examines market pricing furnace oil for industry: official,3/9/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka will look into the possibility of market pricing furnace oil, which is a key ingredient of the export industry...","Sri Lanka examines market pricing furnace oil for industry: official Sri Lanka will look into the possibility of market pricing furnace oil, which is a key ingredient of the export industry...",positive,0.935929954
Sri Lanka slams new difficulty in doing business as official star ratings lose relevance,3/9/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka's budget has proposed a new restriction on smaller hotels, blocking them from getting on an online booking eng...","Sri Lanka slams new difficulty in doing business as official star ratings lose relevance Sri Lanka's budget has proposed a new restriction on smaller hotels, blocking them from getting on an online booking eng...",negative,-0.999528408
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 7-pct in Feb; Chinese visitors plunge,3/8/2019,Business,"Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka grew 7 percent from a year earlier to 252,033 in February 2019, the state tourism developm...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 7-pct in Feb; Chinese visitors plunge Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka grew 7 percent from a year earlier to 252,033 in February 2019, the state tourism developm...",positive,0.828888178
Sri Lanka bond yields rise on profit taking,3/8/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee ended slightly stronger at 178.40/55 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields rose on profit taki...","Sri Lanka bond yields rise on profit taking Sri Lanka's rupee ended slightly stronger at 178.40/55 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields rose on profit taki...",negative,-0.894905686
SriLankan Airlines all-women crew flies to Singapore,3/8/2019,Aviation,State-run SriLankan Airlines said its first all-female crew flew an airliner to Singapore.,SriLankan Airlines all-women crew flies to Singapore State-run SriLankan Airlines said its first all-female crew flew an airliner to Singapore.,negative,-0.546568394
Sri Lanka to get 10mn tonne/yr oil refinery in Hambantota,3/8/2019,Energy,An oil refinery with a capacity of 10 million tonnes a year is to be built by a Singapore-Oman joint venture in Sri Lank...,Sri Lanka to get 10mn tonne/yr oil refinery in Hambantota An oil refinery with a capacity of 10 million tonnes a year is to be built by a Singapore-Oman joint venture in Sri Lank...,negative,-0.990956485
Sri Lanka open to releasing urban land for affordable housing,3/8/2019,Business,The Sri Lankan government is open to releasing state-held land in the capital Colombo to private sector real estate deve...,Sri Lanka open to releasing urban land for affordable housing The Sri Lankan government is open to releasing state-held land in the capital Colombo to private sector real estate deve...,positive,0.795988381
"Sri Lanka rupee gains, bond yields rise at open",3/8/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 178.10/30 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields edged up on profit taking, ...","Sri Lanka rupee gains, bond yields rise at open Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 178.10/30 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields edged up on profit taking, ...",negative,-0.815553248
"Sri Lanka pre-election budget ambitious, little room for error: IPS",3/8/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's government is offering pre-election relief and has set ambitious revenue and investment targets with little ...,"Sri Lanka pre-election budget ambitious, little room for error: IPS Sri Lanka's government is offering pre-election relief and has set ambitious revenue and investment targets with little ...",negative,-0.965598285
"Sri Lanka national debt soars to 84-pct of GDP amid soft-peg collapse, REER targeting",3/8/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's central government debt is estimated to have soared to 84 percent of gross domestic product in 2018, from 77...","Sri Lanka national debt soars to 84-pct of GDP amid soft-peg collapse, REER targeting Sri Lanka's central government debt is estimated to have soared to 84 percent of gross domestic product in 2018, from 77...",negative,-0.95680064
Sri Lanka's biggest mass grave around 500 years old,3/8/2019,Culture,The mystery over Sri Lanka’s biggest mass grave was laid to rest Thursday when the Mannar magistrate’s cou...,Sri Lanka's biggest mass grave around 500 years old The mystery over Sri Lanka’s biggest mass grave was laid to rest Thursday when the Mannar magistrate’s cou...,negative,-0.998666525
Sri Lanka Supreme Court throws life line to Karannagoda,3/8/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court Thursday prevented the imminent arrest of retired admiral Wasantha Karannagoda in conne...,Sri Lanka Supreme Court throws life line to Karannagoda Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court Thursday prevented the imminent arrest of retired admiral Wasantha Karannagoda in conne...,negative,-0.963956535
Sri Lanka sells US$2.4bn in sovereign bonds,3/8/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has sold 2.5 billion US dollars of 5 and 10-year sovereign bonds, at rates of 6.85 percent and 7.85 percent, a...","Sri Lanka sells US$2.4bn in sovereign bonds Sri Lanka has sold 2.5 billion US dollars of 5 and 10-year sovereign bonds, at rates of 6.85 percent and 7.85 percent, a...",negative,-0.663031876
Sri Lanka's CPC loses Rs104bn as dollar soft-peg collapses,3/7/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation has lost 104 billion rupees in 2018, with 82 billion rupees of the lo...","Sri Lanka's CPC loses Rs104bn as dollar soft-peg collapses Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation has lost 104 billion rupees in 2018, with 82 billion rupees of the lo...",negative,-0.999659538
Sri Lanka selling ISBs under vote-on-account limits: Treasury Secy,3/7/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is selling international sovereign bonds under limits set by a vote on account, Treasury Secretary R H S Samar...","Sri Lanka selling ISBs under vote-on-account limits: Treasury Secy Sri Lanka is selling international sovereign bonds under limits set by a vote on account, Treasury Secretary R H S Samar...",negative,-0.972667575
Sri Lanka sovereign bond price guidance lowered,3/7/2019,Economy,Price guidance on Sri Lanka's international sovereign bond launched earlier in the day has narrowed with issue managers ...,Sri Lanka sovereign bond price guidance lowered Price guidance on Sri Lanka's international sovereign bond launched earlier in the day has narrowed with issue managers ...,negative,-0.992408633
Sri Lanka bonds yields down on sovereign bond launch,3/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's domestic bond yields fell Thursday on news that a sovereign dollar bond sale has been launched abroad, while...","Sri Lanka bonds yields down on sovereign bond launch Sri Lanka's domestic bond yields fell Thursday on news that a sovereign dollar bond sale has been launched abroad, while...",negative,-0.999176562
"BDO India, KPMG Sri Lanka to do Central Bank forensic audit",3/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – BDO India LLP and KPMG Sri Lanka have been awarded contracts for forensic audits into securities fr...,"BDO India, KPMG Sri Lanka to do Central Bank forensic audit ECONOMYNEXT – BDO India LLP and KPMG Sri Lanka have been awarded contracts for forensic audits into securities fr...",negative,-0.892160892
S & P rates Sri Lanka's just-launched sovereign bond 'B',3/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Standard and Poor's has rated an international sovereign bond Sri Lanka is now marketing at 'B', in line with the nation...","S & P rates Sri Lanka's just-launched sovereign bond 'B' Standard and Poor's has rated an international sovereign bond Sri Lanka is now marketing at 'B', in line with the nation...",negative,-0.9893049
Swiss Singapore Overseas gets another Sri Lanka crude oil deal,3/7/2019,Energy,"ECONOMYNEXT - Swiss Singapore Overseas Enterprises Pte. Ltd., a commodity trader, has won a contract to supply Murban cr...","Swiss Singapore Overseas gets another Sri Lanka crude oil deal ECONOMYNEXT - Swiss Singapore Overseas Enterprises Pte. Ltd., a commodity trader, has won a contract to supply Murban cr...",negative,-0.922268629
Sri Lanka just launched sovereign bonds rated 'B(EXP)' by Fitch,3/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's international sovereign bonds which are being marketed today has been given an expected 'B(EXP)' rating by F...,Sri Lanka just launched sovereign bonds rated 'B(EXP)' by Fitch Sri Lanka's international sovereign bonds which are being marketed today has been given an expected 'B(EXP)' rating by F...,negative,-0.986232758
"Sri Lanka rupee gains, bond yields fall at open",3/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee gained to 178.15/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields fell and stocks...","Sri Lanka rupee gains, bond yields fall at open Sri Lanka's rupee gained to 178.15/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields fell and stocks...",negative,-0.996096432
Ceylon Chamber stresses SOE reform to revive Sri Lanka growth,3/7/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce expressed disappointment over the absence of reforms to state-owned ...,Ceylon Chamber stresses SOE reform to revive Sri Lanka growth ECONOMYNEXT – The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce expressed disappointment over the absence of reforms to state-owned ...,negative,-0.994253099
"Sri Lanka budget exposes tile firms to more competition, boosts property sector",3/7/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Tile companies will face more competition with some tariffs lowered or removed in the government bu...,"Sri Lanka budget exposes tile firms to more competition, boosts property sector ECONOMYNEXT – Tile companies will face more competition with some tariffs lowered or removed in the government bu...",negative,-0.967013478
"Sri Lanka to finance modern buses, overhaul routes",3/7/2019,Ground,"Sri Lanka will be financing better buses for the public and private sector service providers under the 2019 budget, and ...","Sri Lanka to finance modern buses, overhaul routes Sri Lanka will be financing better buses for the public and private sector service providers under the 2019 budget, and ...",negative,-0.974662602
Global stocks mostly fall on weakening growth outlook,3/7/2019,International news,Global stocks mostly fell Wednesday on the dimming outlook for economic growth and questions over the US-China trade tal...,Global stocks mostly fall on weakening growth outlook Global stocks mostly fell Wednesday on the dimming outlook for economic growth and questions over the US-China trade tal...,negative,-0.999110878
Sri Lanka launches 5 and 10-year sovereign bonds,3/7/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has launched 5 and 10-year sovereign bonds Thursday, a report said, after a budget was presented to parliament...","Sri Lanka launches 5 and 10-year sovereign bonds Sri Lanka has launched 5 and 10-year sovereign bonds Thursday, a report said, after a budget was presented to parliament...",negative,-0.965791047
"Sri Lanka aims for lowest deficit in decades, banks on returning foreign bond buyers",3/6/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has claimed a budget deficit of 5.3 percent of gross domestic product for 2018, amid monetary instability and ...","Sri Lanka aims for lowest deficit in decades, banks on returning foreign bond buyers Sri Lanka has claimed a budget deficit of 5.3 percent of gross domestic product for 2018, amid monetary instability and ...",negative,-0.988816977
A love triangle that exposed Sri Lanka’s worst kidnap murder ring,3/6/2019,Political News,A love triangle may have helped trigger investigations into what has become Sri Lanka’s worst abduction and murde...,A love triangle that exposed Sri Lanka’s worst kidnap murder ring A love triangle may have helped trigger investigations into what has become Sri Lanka’s worst abduction and murde...,negative,-0.999404311
Sri Lanka does U-tun on promised war crimes probe,3/6/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's president went back Wednesday on pledges to the UN Human Rights Council to investigate war-time atrocities, ...","Sri Lanka does U-tun on promised war crimes probe Sri Lanka's president went back Wednesday on pledges to the UN Human Rights Council to investigate war-time atrocities, ...",negative,-0.966240466
"Sri Lanka rupee gains, bond yields stable",3/6/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 178.30/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields were ...","Sri Lanka rupee gains, bond yields stable Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 178.30/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields were ...",positive,0.588664651
Sri Lanka’s reliance on domestic deficit financing raises inflation fears,3/6/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s reliance largely on domestic financing to fund the government budget deficit thi...,Sri Lanka’s reliance on domestic deficit financing raises inflation fears ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s reliance largely on domestic financing to fund the government budget deficit thi...,negative,-0.988210201
"Sri Lanka gets oil refinery, steel plant investments from Singapore",3/6/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s investment promotion agency has approved investments for a steel manufacturing p...,"Sri Lanka gets oil refinery, steel plant investments from Singapore ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s investment promotion agency has approved investments for a steel manufacturing p...",positive,0.575507224
Sri Lanka gives more tax benefits for large investments,3/6/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka has proposed increased capital allowances for investments under the Inland Revenue Act, and remov...","Sri Lanka gives more tax benefits for large investments ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka has proposed increased capital allowances for investments under the Inland Revenue Act, and remov...",negative,-0.851800859
Sri Lanka President says raised general election possibility due to political tensions,3/6/2019,Political News,The possibility of general elections coming before Presidential elections in 2019 was put forward because of political t...,Sri Lanka President says raised general election possibility due to political tensions The possibility of general elections coming before Presidential elections in 2019 was put forward because of political t...,negative,-0.982151031
Singapore PM promised to act on Mahendran: Sri Lanka President,3/6/2019,Legal,"Singapore 's Prime Minister has promised to take action on Arjuna Mahendran, a former central bank governor wanted in co...","Singapore PM promised to act on Mahendran: Sri Lanka President Singapore 's Prime Minister has promised to take action on Arjuna Mahendran, a former central bank governor wanted in co...",negative,-0.770009398
President to ask UN to not pressure Sri Lanka; pipe water to North,3/6/2019,Political News,President Maithripala Sirisena said he will send three emissaries to the United Nation Human Rights Commission to not pr...,President to ask UN to not pressure Sri Lanka; pipe water to North President Maithripala Sirisena said he will send three emissaries to the United Nation Human Rights Commission to not pr...,negative,-0.96978879
Ride-hailing firm Grab secures $1.5 billion in funding,3/6/2019,International news,AFP- Southeast Asian ride-hailing firm Grab said on Wednesday it has secured $1.5 billion in fresh financing from a fund...,Ride-hailing firm Grab secures $1.5 billion in funding AFP- Southeast Asian ride-hailing firm Grab said on Wednesday it has secured $1.5 billion in fresh financing from a fund...,positive,0.978383899
"Asian markets mixed, traders await movement on China-US talks",3/6/2019,International news,"AFP- Asian markets fluctuated Wednesday as investors await the latest news on the China-US trade talks, though Australia...","Asian markets mixed, traders await movement on China-US talks AFP- Asian markets fluctuated Wednesday as investors await the latest news on the China-US trade talks, though Australia...",negative,-0.981214762
"Sri Lanka rupee gains, bond yields stable at open",3/6/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 178.95/05 to the US dollar in the spot market Wednesday morning, while bond yields ...","Sri Lanka rupee gains, bond yields stable at open Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 178.95/05 to the US dollar in the spot market Wednesday morning, while bond yields ...",positive,0.729058087
Sri Lanka shipping liberalisation before presidential poll: Mangala,3/6/2019,Logistics,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government will implement delayed plans to liberalise the shipping sector, allow...","Sri Lanka shipping liberalisation before presidential poll: Mangala ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government will implement delayed plans to liberalise the shipping sector, allow...",negative,-0.992531002
Sri Lanka to remove 200-pct cash margin on vehicle imports,3/6/2019,Economy,"A 200 percent cash margin on vehicle imports will be removed in the near future, Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera sa...","Sri Lanka to remove 200-pct cash margin on vehicle imports A 200 percent cash margin on vehicle imports will be removed in the near future, Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera sa...",negative,-0.984996438
"Sri Lanka hikes costs of cross-border e-commerce, people-to-people contact",3/5/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has hiked transaction costs of cross-border e-ecommerce, slapping a 3.5 percent turnover tax on credit card pa...","Sri Lanka hikes costs of cross-border e-commerce, people-to-people contact Sri Lanka has hiked transaction costs of cross-border e-ecommerce, slapping a 3.5 percent turnover tax on credit card pa...",negative,-0.990051568
"Sharp rise in Sri Lanka car taxes, ‘buddy’ vans down in budget2019",3/5/2019,Economy,"Taxes on cars have been increased across the board with the popular Wagon R models costing an additional 250,000 rupees ...","Sharp rise in Sri Lanka car taxes, ‘buddy’ vans down in budget2019 Taxes on cars have been increased across the board with the popular Wagon R models costing an additional 250,000 rupees ...",negative,-0.716429651
Women on Sri Lankan listed firm boards to be mandatory: Budget2019,3/5/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – All listed Sri Lankan companies should have at least 20 percent of board seats occupied by women by...,Women on Sri Lankan listed firm boards to be mandatory: Budget2019 ECONOMYNEXT – All listed Sri Lankan companies should have at least 20 percent of board seats occupied by women by...,negative,-0.985471368
"Sri Lanka doubles casino license, entrance fee of US$50:Budget2019",3/5/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will raise an annual license fee for casinos from 200 million to 400 million rupees, Finance Minister Mangala ...","Sri Lanka doubles casino license, entrance fee of US$50:Budget2019 Sri Lanka will raise an annual license fee for casinos from 200 million to 400 million rupees, Finance Minister Mangala ...",negative,-0.941309988
Sri Lanka key tax changes in 2019 budget,3/5/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has hiked taxes on cigarettes, international credit card transaction and gambling, but will phase out para tar...","Sri Lanka key tax changes in 2019 budget Sri Lanka has hiked taxes on cigarettes, international credit card transaction and gambling, but will phase out para tar...",negative,-0.996742547
Sri Lanka to tax international credit card transactions 3.5-pct :Budget2019,3/5/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will charge a 3.5 percent nation building tax tax on international credit card transactions, Finance Minister ...","Sri Lanka to tax international credit card transactions 3.5-pct :Budget2019 Sri Lanka will charge a 3.5 percent nation building tax tax on international credit card transactions, Finance Minister ...",negative,-0.97778213
"Sri Lanka hikes cigarette, beedi taxes",3/5/2019,Economy,"Excise duties on cigarettes sold in Sri Lanka will increase by 12 percent in 2019, Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera ...","Sri Lanka hikes cigarette, beedi taxes Excise duties on cigarettes sold in Sri Lanka will increase by 12 percent in 2019, Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera ...",positive,0.929196239
Sri Lanka gives public sector salary hike: Budget 2019,3/5/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka will increase public sector salaries and correct anomalies in pension payments, Finance Minister ...","Sri Lanka gives public sector salary hike: Budget 2019 ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka will increase public sector salaries and correct anomalies in pension payments, Finance Minister ...",negative,-0.735106945
JVs compulsory for foreign construction firms in Sri Lanka govt projects: Budget2019,3/5/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's finance minister Mangala Samarawera said new rules will be introduced to compel foreign constr...,JVs compulsory for foreign construction firms in Sri Lanka govt projects: Budget2019 ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's finance minister Mangala Samarawera said new rules will be introduced to compel foreign constr...,negative,-0.945066512
"Sri Lanka to phase out para-tariffs over 5 years, some faster: Budget 2019",3/5/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will phase out para-tariffs on imports over 5 years, but items relating to some sectors will be phased out ove...","Sri Lanka to phase out para-tariffs over 5 years, some faster: Budget 2019 Sri Lanka will phase out para-tariffs on imports over 5 years, but items relating to some sectors will be phased out ove...",negative,-0.998144507
"Sri Lanka newly-weds, migrant workers to get subsidised housing: Budget 2019",3/5/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s 2019 government budget will offer a host of subsidised loans to beneficiaries ra...,"Sri Lanka newly-weds, migrant workers to get subsidised housing: Budget 2019 ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s 2019 government budget will offer a host of subsidised loans to beneficiaries ra...",negative,-0.724529505
Sri Lanka to give extra tax credits for maternity leave: Budget2019,3/5/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka will amend labour laws to ensure greater participation of women in the economy with flexible work and tax dedu...,Sri Lanka to give extra tax credits for maternity leave: Budget2019 Sri Lanka will amend labour laws to ensure greater participation of women in the economy with flexible work and tax dedu...,positive,0.970764279
Sri Lanka in 4 billion rupee toilet drive,3/5/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka will invest 4 billion rupees to ensure over one million residents will have a toilet in their home before the ...,Sri Lanka in 4 billion rupee toilet drive Sri Lanka will invest 4 billion rupees to ensure over one million residents will have a toilet in their home before the ...,negative,-0.982126653
Sri Lanka to review regulations on ceramic industry: Budget2019,3/5/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will review regulations on ceramic and tile industry mining and transport that are holding the sectors back, F...","Sri Lanka to review regulations on ceramic industry: Budget2019 Sri Lanka will review regulations on ceramic and tile industry mining and transport that are holding the sectors back, F...",positive,0.695928156
"Sri Lanka to build more fishery harbours, upgrade cold storage: Buget2019",3/5/2019,Agriculture,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's finance minister Mangala Samarawera said the government will allocate more funds to build fish...,"Sri Lanka to build more fishery harbours, upgrade cold storage: Buget2019 ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's finance minister Mangala Samarawera said the government will allocate more funds to build fish...",negative,-0.993282437
Sri Lanka records 0.6-pct primary surplus in 2018: Fin Min,3/5/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka has recorded a primary deficit (deficit before total interest costs) of 0.6 percent of gross domestic product ...,Sri Lanka records 0.6-pct primary surplus in 2018: Fin Min Sri Lanka has recorded a primary deficit (deficit before total interest costs) of 0.6 percent of gross domestic product ...,negative,-0.995058656
Sri Lanka oligarchs yearn for a dictatorship: FinMin,3/5/2019,Economy,Crony capitalist oligarchs who have victimized 21 million Sri Lankans with protectionist tariffs are waiting for the ret...,Sri Lanka oligarchs yearn for a dictatorship: FinMin Crony capitalist oligarchs who have victimized 21 million Sri Lankans with protectionist tariffs are waiting for the ret...,negative,-0.996543586
Sri Lanka to speed up to property registration,3/5/2019,Business,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka will simplify and speed up the process of property registration, aiming to improve it fiv...","Sri Lanka to speed up to property registration ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka will simplify and speed up the process of property registration, aiming to improve it fiv...",positive,0.975009263
LOLC finance units outside Sri Lanka brings most profits,3/5/2019,International news,"Sri Lanka's LOLC group, which has interests in finance, agriculture and leisure said its micro finance units in East Asi...","LOLC finance units outside Sri Lanka brings most profits Sri Lanka's LOLC group, which has interests in finance, agriculture and leisure said its micro finance units in East Asi...",positive,0.998118699
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bonds steady ahead of budget",3/5/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 179.80/90 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, and bond yields were slight...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bonds steady ahead of budget Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 179.80/90 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, and bond yields were slight...",negative,-0.997825384
"Sanken outlines potential for capital gains, rentals in Sri Lankan market",3/5/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s property market is expected to yield good capital gains as well as higher rental...,"Sanken outlines potential for capital gains, rentals in Sri Lankan market ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s property market is expected to yield good capital gains as well as higher rental...",positive,0.985389292
"US to end preferential trade status for India, Turkey",3/5/2019,International news,"At President Donald Trump's direction, the United States intends to scrap the preferential trade status granted to India...","US to end preferential trade status for India, Turkey At President Donald Trump's direction, the United States intends to scrap the preferential trade status granted to India...",negative,-0.998480499
Global stocks mixed on reports of trade deal progress,3/5/2019,International news,Global stocks finished mixed on Monday following reports the United States and China were close to a major trade agreeme...,Global stocks mixed on reports of trade deal progress Global stocks finished mixed on Monday following reports the United States and China were close to a major trade agreeme...,negative,-0.998645365
Sri Lanka liquidity narrows as SRR cut sterilises soft-peg interventions,3/5/2019,Economy,A liquidity shortage stemming from interventions in forex markets made to enforce a soft-pegged exchange rate regime fel...,Sri Lanka liquidity narrows as SRR cut sterilises soft-peg interventions A liquidity shortage stemming from interventions in forex markets made to enforce a soft-pegged exchange rate regime fel...,negative,-0.997500956
Sri Lanka to set up drugs manufacturing zone near Hambantota port,3/4/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is to set up a pharmaceutical manufacturing zone close to the southern in Hambantota port...,Sri Lanka to set up drugs manufacturing zone near Hambantota port ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is to set up a pharmaceutical manufacturing zone close to the southern in Hambantota port...,negative,-0.965345919
"Sri Lanka quality drive aims to cut costs, borders rejections for exporters",3/4/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka has started a national trade quality initiative with United Nations and European Union ai...,"Sri Lanka quality drive aims to cut costs, borders rejections for exporters ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka has started a national trade quality initiative with United Nations and European Union ai...",positive,0.954776406
Sri Lanka aims at budget deficit of 4.4-4.5 pct of GDP in 2019,3/4/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is targeting a budget deficit of 4.4 to 4.5 percent of gross domestic product in 2019 after provisionally reac...,Sri Lanka aims at budget deficit of 4.4-4.5 pct of GDP in 2019 Sri Lanka is targeting a budget deficit of 4.4 to 4.5 percent of gross domestic product in 2019 after provisionally reac...,negative,-0.99387604
Sri Lanka offers multiple entry visas for commercial activities,3/4/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is to change its immigration rules to offer multiple entry visas for business people with...,Sri Lanka offers multiple entry visas for commercial activities ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is to change its immigration rules to offer multiple entry visas for business people with...,negative,-0.967431486
Sri Lanka privatisation deals may need to be revisited,3/4/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's privatisation agreements and public listing have brought greater efficiency and transparency but some agreem...,Sri Lanka privatisation deals may need to be revisited Sri Lanka's privatisation agreements and public listing have brought greater efficiency and transparency but some agreem...,negative,-0.941801727
US and China close to reaching major trade deal: report,3/4/2019,International news,The United States and China are close to reaching a major trade deal that would see both sides lower some of the tariffs...,US and China close to reaching major trade deal: report The United States and China are close to reaching a major trade deal that would see both sides lower some of the tariffs...,negative,-0.996747017
Sri Lanka finance minister finalizes budget,3/4/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's finance minister Mangala Samaraweera is due to present a budget for 2019 on Wednesday with a salary hike for...,Sri Lanka finance minister finalizes budget Sri Lanka's finance minister Mangala Samaraweera is due to present a budget for 2019 on Wednesday with a salary hike for...,negative,-0.829802513
"For Russians, growing worries over 'eternal poverty'",3/3/2019,International news,"At a Saint Petersburg cafe, a singer performs Soviet-era tunes for 50 pensioners enjoying a mid-day meal.","For Russians, growing worries over 'eternal poverty' At a Saint Petersburg cafe, a singer performs Soviet-era tunes for 50 pensioners enjoying a mid-day meal.",positive,0.997843027
China's Xi faces doubts as legislature meets,3/3/2019,International news,China's rubber-stamp parliament opens its annual session on Tuesday as President Xi Jinping faces growing concerns about...,China's Xi faces doubts as legislature meets China's rubber-stamp parliament opens its annual session on Tuesday as President Xi Jinping faces growing concerns about...,negative,-0.944436312
Sirisena struggles to seal new alliance in Sri Lanka re-election bid,3/3/2019,Political News,President Maithripala Sirisena has failed to secure crucial support of the breakaway faction of his Sri Lanka Freedom Pa...,Sirisena struggles to seal new alliance in Sri Lanka re-election bid President Maithripala Sirisena has failed to secure crucial support of the breakaway faction of his Sri Lanka Freedom Pa...,negative,-0.999610722
Sri Lanka ex-defence secy dragged into mass murder case by Karannagoda,3/2/2019,Political News,"Former navy chief, Wasantha Karannagoda, who is wanted  in connection with the abduction and killing of 11 young men has...","Sri Lanka ex-defence secy dragged into mass murder case by Karannagoda Former navy chief, Wasantha Karannagoda, who is wanted  in connection with the abduction and killing of 11 young men has...",negative,-0.975857556
Canada appeals court upholds landmark tobacco ruling,3/2/2019,International news,Quebec's appeals court on Friday upheld a historic ruling ordering three tobacco firms to pay Can$15.5 billion (US$11.6 ...,Canada appeals court upholds landmark tobacco ruling Quebec's appeals court on Friday upheld a historic ruling ordering three tobacco firms to pay Can$15.5 billion (US$11.6 ...,positive,0.985653818
Sri Lanka inflation rise to 4.0-pct,3/2/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's consumer price inflation rose to 4.0 percent in the 12 months to February 2019, from 3.7 percent in January ...","Sri Lanka inflation rise to 4.0-pct Sri Lanka's consumer price inflation rose to 4.0 percent in the 12 months to February 2019, from 3.7 percent in January ...",negative,-0.944153666
Sri Lanka stocks slide on bank sell-off,3/2/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks fell 1.07 percent on Friday amid a sell-off in banking stocks after a steep fall in Sampath Bank, ami...","Sri Lanka stocks slide on bank sell-off Sri Lanka's stocks fell 1.07 percent on Friday amid a sell-off in banking stocks after a steep fall in Sampath Bank, ami...",negative,-0.99938798
Sri Lanka should have less state intervention in job market: union boss,3/2/2019,Economy,"The government should not interfere in employment and allow market forces to prevail, an official of a trade union which...","Sri Lanka should have less state intervention in job market: union boss The government should not interfere in employment and allow market forces to prevail, an official of a trade union which...",positive,0.95701319
Sri Lanka banks exceed revised SME lending targets,3/1/2019,Banking,"Sri Lankan banks have exceeded lending targets for micro, small and medium scale enterprises (MSMEs) under programs with...","Sri Lanka banks exceed revised SME lending targets Sri Lankan banks have exceeded lending targets for micro, small and medium scale enterprises (MSMEs) under programs with...",positive,0.821076512
Sri Lanka's JKH starts building US$14mn logistics park,3/1/2019,Logistics,Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings has started building a 14 million US dollar logistics park which will provide services ...,Sri Lanka's JKH starts building US$14mn logistics park Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings has started building a 14 million US dollar logistics park which will provide services ...,positive,0.996676326
Fitch lifts outlook of Sri Lanka's HNB Assurance to 'positive',3/1/2019,Bonds & Forex,Fitch Ratings has lifted the outlook on National Insurer Strenght (IFS) index on Sri Lanka based HNB Assurance to 'posti...,Fitch lifts outlook of Sri Lanka's HNB Assurance to 'positive' Fitch Ratings has lifted the outlook on National Insurer Strenght (IFS) index on Sri Lanka based HNB Assurance to 'posti...,positive,0.992260873
Sri Lanka real estate prices seen stabilizing,3/1/2019,Economy,"Land and apartment prices in Colombo are becoming stable in a sluggish housing market, as vertical living gets further o...","Sri Lanka real estate prices seen stabilizing Land and apartment prices in Colombo are becoming stable in a sluggish housing market, as vertical living gets further o...",negative,-0.988107741
Sri Lanka reaches staff level deal with IMF,3/1/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka has reached a staff level agreement with the International Monetary Fund to extend an existing agreement and c...,Sri Lanka reaches staff level deal with IMF Sri Lanka has reached a staff level agreement with the International Monetary Fund to extend an existing agreement and c...,positive,0.971192241
Global stocks pressured by Kim-Trump summit failure,3/1/2019,International news,World stock markets came under pressure Thursday as a summit between Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un ended abruptly without...,Global stocks pressured by Kim-Trump summit failure World stock markets came under pressure Thursday as a summit between Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un ended abruptly without...,negative,-0.998985946
Malinga takes five as Sri Lankans win,3/1/2019,Culture,Sri Lankan one-day captain Lasith Malinga took five wickets as the tourists beat a South African Invitation team by six ...,Malinga takes five as Sri Lankans win Sri Lankan one-day captain Lasith Malinga took five wickets as the tourists beat a South African Invitation team by six ...,positive,0.997431219
"Get Facebook to cut hate speech, Samantha Power tells Sri Lanka",3/1/2019,Legal,ECONOMYNEXT – Former United States diplomat Samantha Power has urged Sri Lanka to get Facebook to crackdown on ha...,"Get Facebook to cut hate speech, Samantha Power tells Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT – Former United States diplomat Samantha Power has urged Sri Lanka to get Facebook to crackdown on ha...",negative,-0.851520002
Si Lanka NDB’s Basel III debentures rated 'A(lka)',2/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Fitch Ratings said it has assigned National Development Bank's proposed Basel III-compliant subordinated d...,Si Lanka NDB’s Basel III debentures rated 'A(lka)' ECONOMYNEXT - Fitch Ratings said it has assigned National Development Bank's proposed Basel III-compliant subordinated d...,negative,-0.995015323
"Sri Lanka rupee falls, bond yields stable",2/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 180.05/15 to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday evening, while bond yields wer...","Sri Lanka rupee falls, bond yields stable Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 180.05/15 to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday evening, while bond yields wer...",negative,-0.981985569
Sri Lanka to further simplify company registration,2/28/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka will further simply company registration procedures with refors that will enable applican...,Sri Lanka to further simplify company registration ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka will further simply company registration procedures with refors that will enable applican...,positive,0.647828579
Sri Lanka stock exchange lures tech start-ups,2/28/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) said it is trying to encourage technology start-ups to raise funds...,Sri Lanka stock exchange lures tech start-ups ECONOMYNEXT – The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) said it is trying to encourage technology start-ups to raise funds...,negative,-0.929277956
Maersk mulls increasing container handling in Sri Lanka,2/28/2019,Logistics,"ECONOMYNEXT - Maersk A/S, the world’s biggest container shipping line, is considering increasing its container ha...","Maersk mulls increasing container handling in Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT - Maersk A/S, the world’s biggest container shipping line, is considering increasing its container ha...",negative,-0.71166265
"Sri Lanka's data prices are low, but it is still expensive for low income earners due to tax",2/28/2019,Op-ed/Special Reports,"At the World Telecommunication/ICT Symposium (WTIS) held in Geneva, December 2018, there was a panel dedicated to afford...","Sri Lanka's data prices are low, but it is still expensive for low income earners due to tax At the World Telecommunication/ICT Symposium (WTIS) held in Geneva, December 2018, there was a panel dedicated to afford...",negative,-0.96289593
"Sri Lanka rupee falls, bond yields stable at open",2/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was trading weaker at 180.00/20 to the US dollar on Thursday morning, while bond yields were stable de...","Sri Lanka rupee falls, bond yields stable at open Sri Lanka's rupee was trading weaker at 180.00/20 to the US dollar on Thursday morning, while bond yields were stable de...",negative,-0.99782145
Protectionism under spotlight at Sri Lanka’s Asia Liberty Forum public event,2/28/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Asia Liberty Forum co-hosted by Advocata Institute, a think-tank, and the Atlas Network, will start at...","Protectionism under spotlight at Sri Lanka’s Asia Liberty Forum public event ECONOMYNEXT - The Asia Liberty Forum co-hosted by Advocata Institute, a think-tank, and the Atlas Network, will start at...",positive,0.876643419
New China securities chief offers carrot and stick to markets,2/28/2019,International news,"Beijing, China | AFP | China will develop and modernise its financial markets while policing them with an iron fist, the...","New China securities chief offers carrot and stick to markets Beijing, China | AFP | China will develop and modernise its financial markets while policing them with an iron fist, the...",positive,0.99309063
"Asian markets swing on tempered trade hopes, weak data",2/28/2019,International news,"Hong Kong, China | AFP | Thursday - Asian markets fluctuated Thursday as optimism over China-US trade talks was tempered...","Asian markets swing on tempered trade hopes, weak data Hong Kong, China | AFP | Thursday - Asian markets fluctuated Thursday as optimism over China-US trade talks was tempered...",negative,-0.524997413
China Machinery wins Sri Lanka coal power plant maintenance deal,2/28/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka has awarded China Machinery Engineering Corporation (CMEC) a contract  for skilled labour...,China Machinery wins Sri Lanka coal power plant maintenance deal ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka has awarded China Machinery Engineering Corporation (CMEC) a contract  for skilled labour...,positive,0.980701387
US resumes Millennium Challenge aid to Sri Lanka,2/28/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – The United States has approved resuming Foreign Military Financing and Millennium Challenge Corpora...,US resumes Millennium Challenge aid to Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT – The United States has approved resuming Foreign Military Financing and Millennium Challenge Corpora...,negative,-0.967844248
Sri Lanka frees Indian 'spy' linked to alleged plot,2/27/2019,Legal,"Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | Wednesday - A man accused by Sri Lanka's president of orchestrating a plot to assassinate him...","Sri Lanka frees Indian 'spy' linked to alleged plot Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | Wednesday - A man accused by Sri Lanka's president of orchestrating a plot to assassinate him...",negative,-0.972592473
Trafigura wins Sri Lanka coal power plant supply deal,2/27/2019,Energy,"ECONOMYNEXT – Multinational commodity trading company Trafigura Pte. Ltd. has won a contract to supply 360,000 me...","Trafigura wins Sri Lanka coal power plant supply deal ECONOMYNEXT – Multinational commodity trading company Trafigura Pte. Ltd. has won a contract to supply 360,000 me...",positive,0.993803382
Sri Lanka to give free visas to tourists for 06 months from April,2/27/2019,Business,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka will grant free visas to tourists from key markets like the United Kingdom, Europe and As...","Sri Lanka to give free visas to tourists for 06 months from April ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka will grant free visas to tourists from key markets like the United Kingdom, Europe and As...",negative,-0.580435753
SriLankan Airlines cancels flights to Pakistan,2/27/2019,Aviation,Sri Lankan Airlines is cancelling scheduled flights to Karachchi and Lahore after Pakistan closed its airspace amid risi...,SriLankan Airlines cancels flights to Pakistan Sri Lankan Airlines is cancelling scheduled flights to Karachchi and Lahore after Pakistan closed its airspace amid risi...,negative,-0.998379469
Prima to increase investments in Sri Lanka,2/27/2019,Business,"ECONOMYNEXT- Prima Ceylon (Pvt.) Ltd, Sri Lanka's largest flour mill, is hoping to increase its investments after 40 yea...","Prima to increase investments in Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT- Prima Ceylon (Pvt.) Ltd, Sri Lanka's largest flour mill, is hoping to increase its investments after 40 yea...",positive,0.987639606
India says doesn't want 'escalation' after Pakistan air strike,2/27/2019,International news,New Delhi sought to ease soaring tensions with an infuriated Islamabad Wednesday after carrying out an air strike on Pak...,India says doesn't want 'escalation' after Pakistan air strike New Delhi sought to ease soaring tensions with an infuriated Islamabad Wednesday after carrying out an air strike on Pak...,negative,-0.995808005
"Pakistan says shoots down Indian jets, sending tensions soaring",2/27/2019,International news,"Pakistan said Wednesday it shot down two Indian warplanes in its airspace over disputed Kashmir, in a dramatic escalatio...","Pakistan says shoots down Indian jets, sending tensions soaring Pakistan said Wednesday it shot down two Indian warplanes in its airspace over disputed Kashmir, in a dramatic escalatio...",negative,-0.960431337
Policies needed to let export earnings trickle down to Sri Lankan workers,2/27/2019,Economy,The International Labour Organization (ILO) called on Sri Lankan manufacturers and policy makers to let earnings from tr...,Policies needed to let export earnings trickle down to Sri Lankan workers The International Labour Organization (ILO) called on Sri Lankan manufacturers and policy makers to let earnings from tr...,negative,-0.996593177
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker at open, bond yields fall",2/27/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened slightly weaker at 179.80/90  to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields fell, dealers sa...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker at open, bond yields fall Sri Lanka's rupee opened slightly weaker at 179.80/90  to the US dollar on Wednesday, while bond yields fell, dealers sa...",negative,-0.998906016
"Social cohesion, integration needed in Sri Lanka development framework",2/27/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka needs to have a plan for social cohesion and integration as part of its economic developm...,"Social cohesion, integration needed in Sri Lanka development framework ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka needs to have a plan for social cohesion and integration as part of its economic developm...",positive,0.517500043
French vineyards say ready to break glyphosate addiction,2/27/2019,International news,"Paris, France | AFP | Wednesday - The vaunted terroirs of France's vineyards have for decades been saturated with the wo...","French vineyards say ready to break glyphosate addiction Paris, France | AFP | Wednesday - The vaunted terroirs of France's vineyards have for decades been saturated with the wo...",negative,-0.990538716
"Asian markets up on lingering trade hopes, sterling holds gains",2/27/2019,International news,"Hong Kong, China | AFP | Wednesday - Asian markets were mostly up Wednesday with investors remaining positive about the ...","Asian markets up on lingering trade hopes, sterling holds gains Hong Kong, China | AFP | Wednesday - Asian markets were mostly up Wednesday with investors remaining positive about the ...",positive,0.995658994
Sri Lanka's Dialog Finance seeks fin-tech tie up,2/27/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT – Dialog Finance, the fin-tech unit of Sri Lanka’s top mobile phone operator Dialog Axiata, sa...","Sri Lanka's Dialog Finance seeks fin-tech tie up ECONOMYNEXT – Dialog Finance, the fin-tech unit of Sri Lanka’s top mobile phone operator Dialog Axiata, sa...",negative,-0.967259705
Sri Lanka terminates top financial crime buster,2/26/2019,Legal,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government Tuesday decided to terminate the services of Financial Crimes Investi...,Sri Lanka terminates top financial crime buster ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government Tuesday decided to terminate the services of Financial Crimes Investi...,negative,-0.998237133
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields stable",2/26/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed slightly weaker at 179.85/95 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields were stable in a du...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields stable Sri Lanka's rupee closed slightly weaker at 179.85/95 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields were stable in a du...",negative,-0.990259171
Investments needed to stem youth exodus in Sri Lanka’s war-ravaged north,2/26/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Investments to create jobs are urgently needed in Sri Lanka’s war-ravaged north to stem an e...,Investments needed to stem youth exodus in Sri Lanka’s war-ravaged north ECONOMYNEXT – Investments to create jobs are urgently needed in Sri Lanka’s war-ravaged north to stem an e...,negative,-0.960677266
India says jets bomb militants in Pakistan side of Kashmir,2/26/2019,International news,"New Delhi, India | AFP | Tuesday - India said Tuesday its warplanes launched a strike on a militant camp that killed a ""...","India says jets bomb militants in Pakistan side of Kashmir New Delhi, India | AFP | Tuesday - India said Tuesday its warplanes launched a strike on a militant camp that killed a ""...",negative,-0.992942572
Bad loan provisions prune Sri Lanka HNB's December quarter profit,2/26/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank Plc said its net profits for the December 2018 quarter fell 19 percent fro...,Bad loan provisions prune Sri Lanka HNB's December quarter profit ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank Plc said its net profits for the December 2018 quarter fell 19 percent fro...,negative,-0.999717534
More exports not creating formal jobs in Sri Lanka,2/26/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT- More exports are not increasing employment or formalisation of jobs in Sri Lanka, but give higher wages to ...","More exports not creating formal jobs in Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT- More exports are not increasing employment or formalisation of jobs in Sri Lanka, but give higher wages to ...",negative,-0.968979537
Sri Lankan property investment opportunities in focus at Maldives forum,2/26/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – Investment opportunities in Sri Lanka’s real estate sector will come under focus at a forum ...,Sri Lankan property investment opportunities in focus at Maldives forum ECONOMYNEXT – Investment opportunities in Sri Lanka’s real estate sector will come under focus at a forum ...,positive,0.995367169
American businesses in China see gloomy year ahead,2/26/2019,International news,"Beijing, China | AFP | Tuesday - US companies in China forecast a gloomy year ahead, with many worrying about a deterior...","American businesses in China see gloomy year ahead Beijing, China | AFP | Tuesday - US companies in China forecast a gloomy year ahead, with many worrying about a deterior...",negative,-0.721618831
"Asian markets down after trade-fuelled surge, sterling gains",2/26/2019,International news,"Hong Kong, China | AFP | Tuesday - Asian markets fell Tuesday as investors struggled to maintain momentum from the previ...","Asian markets down after trade-fuelled surge, sterling gains Hong Kong, China | AFP | Tuesday - Asian markets fell Tuesday as investors struggled to maintain momentum from the previ...",negative,-0.999296427
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker at open, stocks gain",2/26/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened slightly weaker at 179.80/95 to the US dollar on Tuesday,  while bond yields were stable in a d...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker at open, stocks gain Sri Lanka's rupee opened slightly weaker at 179.80/95 to the US dollar on Tuesday,  while bond yields were stable in a d...",negative,-0.996823549
Sri Lanka EPF payouts too poor for pensioners to survive: World Bank,2/26/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT – Payouts by Sri Lanka’s biggest state-run pension fund, the Employees’ Provident Fund ...","Sri Lanka EPF payouts too poor for pensioners to survive: World Bank ECONOMYNEXT – Payouts by Sri Lanka’s biggest state-run pension fund, the Employees’ Provident Fund ...",negative,-0.998448491
World stocks rally as Trump delays China tariffs,2/26/2019,International news,"New York, United States | AFP | Global stocks rose Monday after US President Donald Trump said he would delay a hike in ...","World stocks rally as Trump delays China tariffs New York, United States | AFP | Global stocks rose Monday after US President Donald Trump said he would delay a hike in ...",negative,-0.992915511
FATF team coming to check Sri Lanka’s compliance,2/26/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – A team from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) will visit Sri Lanka in May to check its complia...,FATF team coming to check Sri Lanka’s compliance ECONOMYNEXT – A team from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) will visit Sri Lanka in May to check its complia...,negative,-0.642315745
"Sri Lanka bond markets dull, rupee weaker",2/25/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed slightly weaker at 179.65/85 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were steady and stoc...","Sri Lanka bond markets dull, rupee weaker Sri Lanka's rupee closed slightly weaker at 179.65/85 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were steady and stoc...",negative,-0.999070585
Sri Lanka vehicle registrations recover in January,2/25/2019,Ground,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's vehicles registrations recovered in January 2019 from a steep slump in December 2018, but were...","Sri Lanka vehicle registrations recover in January ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's vehicles registrations recovered in January 2019 from a steep slump in December 2018, but were...",negative,-0.99171561
"Sri Lanka's Com Bank December profit falls on interest costs, bad loans",2/25/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank said net profits for the December 2018 quarter fell 16.13 percent from a year e...,"Sri Lanka's Com Bank December profit falls on interest costs, bad loans ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank said net profits for the December 2018 quarter fell 16.13 percent from a year e...",negative,-0.999526501
Northern Sri Lanka businesses faced market shock from post-war road links,2/25/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Businesses in northern Sri Lanka struggling to recover after the end of the ethnic war 10 years ago...,Northern Sri Lanka businesses faced market shock from post-war road links ECONOMYNEXT – Businesses in northern Sri Lanka struggling to recover after the end of the ethnic war 10 years ago...,negative,-0.964056671
"Sri Lanka's National Trust spotlight on Sunil Shantha, music legend, photographer",2/25/2019,Culture,Sri Lanka music legend Sunil Shantha's contribution to Sinhala Music will be the focus of a lecture by the National Trus...,"Sri Lanka's National Trust spotlight on Sunil Shantha, music legend, photographer Sri Lanka music legend Sunil Shantha's contribution to Sinhala Music will be the focus of a lecture by the National Trus...",positive,0.956143439
Fitch affirms Sri Lanka's HNB Finance at A (lka),2/25/2019,Markets,Fitch Ratings said it has confirmed HNB Finance Limited's national long-term rating at A (lka) with a stable outlook as ...,Fitch affirms Sri Lanka's HNB Finance at A (lka) Fitch Ratings said it has confirmed HNB Finance Limited's national long-term rating at A (lka) with a stable outlook as ...,positive,0.997834027
Fitch confirms Sri Lanka’s Singer Finance at 'BBB(lka)',2/25/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Fitch Ratings said it has confirmed Singer Finance (Lanka) PLC's (SFL) national long-term rating at 'BBB(l...,Fitch confirms Sri Lanka’s Singer Finance at 'BBB(lka)' ECONOMYNEXT - Fitch Ratings said it has confirmed Singer Finance (Lanka) PLC's (SFL) national long-term rating at 'BBB(l...,negative,-0.863036633
Sri Lanka to make Colombo ‘smart port’ with automated functions,2/25/2019,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s ports and shipping ministry said it will spend 929 million rupees to modernise i...,Sri Lanka to make Colombo ‘smart port’ with automated functions ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s ports and shipping ministry said it will spend 929 million rupees to modernise i...,negative,-0.992407143
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker at open, stocks fall",2/25/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened slightly weaker at 179.65/75 to the US dollar Monday morning, while bond yields were steady and...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker at open, stocks fall Sri Lanka's rupee opened slightly weaker at 179.65/75 to the US dollar Monday morning, while bond yields were steady and...",negative,-0.998242617
Sri Lanka’s CIC sells stationary business to Packsco,2/25/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT – CIC Holdings PLC, a Sri Lankan conglomerate, has sold its stationary business, which operates under...","Sri Lanka’s CIC sells stationary business to Packsco ECONOMYNEXT – CIC Holdings PLC, a Sri Lankan conglomerate, has sold its stationary business, which operates under...",negative,-0.985663414
Asia markets rally as Trump delays China tariffs,2/25/2019,International news,"Hong Kong, China | AFP | Monday - Shanghai led a rally across Asian markets Monday after Donald Trump said he would dela...","Asia markets rally as Trump delays China tariffs Hong Kong, China | AFP | Monday - Shanghai led a rally across Asian markets Monday after Donald Trump said he would dela...",negative,-0.973650992
Tech connection boosts NY vertical farmers,2/25/2019,International news,"Kearny, United States | AFP | Workers at Bowery Farming's warehouse near New York have swapped out a farmer's hoe for a ...","Tech connection boosts NY vertical farmers Kearny, United States | AFP | Workers at Bowery Farming's warehouse near New York have swapped out a farmer's hoe for a ...",positive,0.998151243
Sri Lanka may have to push IMF budget targets to 2020 or beyond,2/25/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka may have to renegotiate a more realistic budget deficit target for 2019 and beyond under a 1.5 bi...,Sri Lanka may have to push IMF budget targets to 2020 or beyond ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka may have to renegotiate a more realistic budget deficit target for 2019 and beyond under a 1.5 bi...,negative,-0.998524845
Under fire Huawei and foldable screens in focus at top mobile fair,2/24/2019,International news,"Barcelona, Spain | AFP | Phone makers will focus on foldable screens and the introduction of blazing fast 5G wireless ne...","Under fire Huawei and foldable screens in focus at top mobile fair Barcelona, Spain | AFP | Phone makers will focus on foldable screens and the introduction of blazing fast 5G wireless ne...",positive,0.967166662
Sri Lanka’s post-war northern industrialisation effort failed: report,2/24/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – A new study to revive the economy of Sri Lanka’s war-ravaged northern province said efforts ...,Sri Lanka’s post-war northern industrialisation effort failed: report ECONOMYNEXT – A new study to revive the economy of Sri Lanka’s war-ravaged northern province said efforts ...,negative,-0.999155402
Branson's Virgin Galactic takes passenger to space height,2/23/2019,International news,"Virgin Galactic's spacecraft reached an altitude of more than 55 miles (88.5 kilometers) on Friday, carrying for the fir...","Branson's Virgin Galactic takes passenger to space height Virgin Galactic's spacecraft reached an altitude of more than 55 miles (88.5 kilometers) on Friday, carrying for the fir...",positive,0.983918071
Sri Lanka’s ex-navy chief Karannagoda faces arrest for murder,2/23/2019,Legal,"Former navy chief, Wasantha Karannagoda, has been accused of conspiracy to murder and made a suspect in the internationa...","Sri Lanka’s ex-navy chief Karannagoda faces arrest for murder Former navy chief, Wasantha Karannagoda, has been accused of conspiracy to murder and made a suspect in the internationa...",negative,-0.984286487
"Sri Lanka developing resolution law for finance companies, acting on legacy cases",2/23/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka is working on a resolution law that will help quickly deal with non-bank lenders that get into trouble, while ...","Sri Lanka developing resolution law for finance companies, acting on legacy cases Sri Lanka is working on a resolution law that will help quickly deal with non-bank lenders that get into trouble, while ...",positive,0.994130909
Ruwan Wijewardene takes over Sri Lanka’s media ministry,2/22/2019,Political News,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena Friday appointed State Minister of Defence, Ruwan Wijewar...","Ruwan Wijewardene takes over Sri Lanka’s media ministry ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena Friday appointed State Minister of Defence, Ruwan Wijewar...",negative,-0.547515094
Call to release land to revive Sri Lanka’s war-torn north,2/22/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Parliamentarians from Sri Lanka’s north called for releasing military-occupied land to help ...,Call to release land to revive Sri Lanka’s war-torn north ECONOMYNEXT – Parliamentarians from Sri Lanka’s north called for releasing military-occupied land to help ...,negative,-0.987260222
"Sri Lanka growth may have slowed to 3-pct GDP in 2018, 4-pct target in 2019",2/22/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is expecting 3.0 percent economic growth in 2018, lower than earlier forecast but growth could pick up to 4.0 ...","Sri Lanka growth may have slowed to 3-pct GDP in 2018, 4-pct target in 2019 Sri Lanka is expecting 3.0 percent economic growth in 2018, lower than earlier forecast but growth could pick up to 4.0 ...",negative,-0.972740412
Sri Lanka to sell sovereign bonds first; alternatives later: CB Governor,2/22/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka will sell US dollar sovereign bonds first and resort to other alternatives later as yields of sovereign bonds ...,Sri Lanka to sell sovereign bonds first; alternatives later: CB Governor Sri Lanka will sell US dollar sovereign bonds first and resort to other alternatives later as yields of sovereign bonds ...,negative,-0.991132319
Sri Lanka offered US$1.5bn equivalent Renminbi swap from China,2/22/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has been offered a 1.5 billion US dollar equivalent Renminbi swap from the People's Bank of China, Central Ban...","Sri Lanka offered US$1.5bn equivalent Renminbi swap from China Sri Lanka has been offered a 1.5 billion US dollar equivalent Renminbi swap from the People's Bank of China, Central Ban...",negative,-0.984991372
Sri Lanka reserve ratio cut to inject Rs60bn in cash; no forex pressure expected: CB Governor,2/22/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - A cut in the share of deposit that commercial banks must place with central bank (statutory reserve ratio)...,Sri Lanka reserve ratio cut to inject Rs60bn in cash; no forex pressure expected: CB Governor ECONOMYNEXT - A cut in the share of deposit that commercial banks must place with central bank (statutory reserve ratio)...,negative,-0.976278901
Sri Lanka bond yields fall ahead of SRR cut,2/22/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's bond yields fell Friday after the Central Bank said it was cutting the statutory reserve ratio from March 01...,Sri Lanka bond yields fall ahead of SRR cut Sri Lanka's bond yields fell Friday after the Central Bank said it was cutting the statutory reserve ratio from March 01...,negative,-0.996550441
"Sri Lanka selects lead managers for dollar, Yen, Renminbi bonds",2/22/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has shortlisted seven lead managers to sell US dollar, Yen and Renminbi bonds in 2019 but has found that selli...","Sri Lanka selects lead managers for dollar, Yen, Renminbi bonds Sri Lanka has shortlisted seven lead managers to sell US dollar, Yen and Renminbi bonds in 2019 but has found that selli...",negative,-0.991870522
"Sri Lanka cuts statutory reserve ratio, releasing liquidity",2/22/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has cut the statutory reserve ratio, 1.0 percent to 5.00 percent, helping fill liquidity shortages in the bank...","Sri Lanka cuts statutory reserve ratio, releasing liquidity Sri Lanka has cut the statutory reserve ratio, 1.0 percent to 5.00 percent, helping fill liquidity shortages in the bank...",negative,-0.987962425
"Sri Lanka rupee flat, bond marginally lower",2/22/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed flat at 179.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday around the same levels as a day ...,"Sri Lanka rupee flat, bond marginally lower Sri Lanka's rupee closed flat at 179.50/60 to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday around the same levels as a day ...",negative,-0.999497175
Global stocks mixed as US-China trade talks resume,2/22/2019,International news,Global stocks were mixed Thursday following lackluster economic data as high-stakes trade talks between the US and China...,Global stocks mixed as US-China trade talks resume Global stocks were mixed Thursday following lackluster economic data as high-stakes trade talks between the US and China...,negative,-0.999469578
Sri Lanka President says 14 judges badgered him for promotions,2/22/2019,Political News,President Maithripala Sirisena Thursday told parliament that 14 judges were appealing to him to secure their promotions ...,Sri Lanka President says 14 judges badgered him for promotions President Maithripala Sirisena Thursday told parliament that 14 judges were appealing to him to secure their promotions ...,negative,-0.979728401
Sri Lanka's national inflation picks up to 1.2-pct in January,2/21/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's nation-wide inflation picked up to 1.2 percent in the 12 months to January 2019 from 0.4 percen...,Sri Lanka's national inflation picks up to 1.2-pct in January ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's nation-wide inflation picked up to 1.2 percent in the 12 months to January 2019 from 0.4 percen...,negative,-0.982506156
"Sri Lankan stocks close down, block deal in Kingsbury",2/21/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan shares closed lower Thursday with turnover boosted by the sale of a stake in a hotel fir...,"Sri Lankan stocks close down, block deal in Kingsbury ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan shares closed lower Thursday with turnover boosted by the sale of a stake in a hotel fir...",negative,-0.836639166
Sri Lanka’s shipping ministry dumps defunct Oluvil port on fisheries ministry,2/21/2019,Logistics,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s ports and shipping ministry has decided to transfer the eastern port of Oluvil, ...","Sri Lanka’s shipping ministry dumps defunct Oluvil port on fisheries ministry ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s ports and shipping ministry has decided to transfer the eastern port of Oluvil, ...",negative,-0.997633576
India finances IT incubator in Sri Lanka's Jaffna,2/21/2019,ICT,India is giving a 250 million-rupee grant to set up an information technology incubator in Jaffna in Sri Lanka's North a...,India finances IT incubator in Sri Lanka's Jaffna India is giving a 250 million-rupee grant to set up an information technology incubator in Jaffna in Sri Lanka's North a...,negative,-0.943609357
"Sri Lanka repairing damage from 'coup', maintaining market confidence: FinMin",2/21/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka has rebuilt confidence among investors over the past two months with sovereign bond yields falling over 200 ba...,"Sri Lanka repairing damage from 'coup', maintaining market confidence: FinMin Sri Lanka has rebuilt confidence among investors over the past two months with sovereign bond yields falling over 200 ba...",negative,-0.977487743
Sri Lanka yet to decide on liberalising shipping,2/21/2019,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government has not yet decided on a budget proposal to liberalise the shipping s...,Sri Lanka yet to decide on liberalising shipping ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government has not yet decided on a budget proposal to liberalise the shipping s...,negative,-0.994771659
"Asian markets mixed after Fed minutes, eyes on trade talks",2/21/2019,International news,"Hong Kong, China | AFP | Thursday - Asian markets were mixed Thursday after the Federal Reserve left open the possibilit...","Asian markets mixed after Fed minutes, eyes on trade talks Hong Kong, China | AFP | Thursday - Asian markets were mixed Thursday after the Federal Reserve left open the possibilit...",negative,-0.995424211
Sri Lanka’s January tea export shipments up 13-pct,2/21/2019,Agriculture,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s tea exports in January 2019 rose almost 13 percent or by 2.7 million kilos to 23...,Sri Lanka’s January tea export shipments up 13-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s tea exports in January 2019 rose almost 13 percent or by 2.7 million kilos to 23...,negative,-0.944898427
Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank December quarter profits slashed on write-downs,2/21/2019,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank Plc in the December 2018 quarter was wiped out by a one-off provision for retirement ...,Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank December quarter profits slashed on write-downs Profits at Sri Lanka's Seylan Bank Plc in the December 2018 quarter was wiped out by a one-off provision for retirement ...,negative,-0.999706805
Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank sells Rs7bn 13.9-pct bail-in bonds,2/21/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Plc said it is closing an offer of 5-year bail-in bonds after more than 7.0 billion rupees of s...,Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank sells Rs7bn 13.9-pct bail-in bonds Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Plc said it is closing an offer of 5-year bail-in bonds after more than 7.0 billion rupees of s...,negative,-0.99803108
Sri Lanka's The Finance trading suspended over accounting issues,2/21/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's The Finance Company Plc, a troubled non-bank lender which was slapped with a cease-and-desist order by the r...","Sri Lanka's The Finance trading suspended over accounting issues Sri Lanka's The Finance Company Plc, a troubled non-bank lender which was slapped with a cease-and-desist order by the r...",negative,-0.998244643
Fitch warns of British debt downgrade on 'hard' Brexit risk,2/21/2019,International news,"Ratings agency Fitch warned on Wednesday that it could cut Britain's debt rating, citing the economic hit from a potenti...","Fitch warns of British debt downgrade on 'hard' Brexit risk Ratings agency Fitch warned on Wednesday that it could cut Britain's debt rating, citing the economic hit from a potenti...",negative,-0.996373475
Trump threatens tariffs on EU if no trade deal reached,2/21/2019,International news,US President Donald Trump threatened Wednesday to impose tariffs on European auto imports if he is unable to strike a tr...,Trump threatens tariffs on EU if no trade deal reached US President Donald Trump threatened Wednesday to impose tariffs on European auto imports if he is unable to strike a tr...,negative,-0.996996403
US stocks edge up on dovish Fed minutes; British pound retreats,2/21/2019,International news,"Wall Street stocks edged higher Wednesday following more dovish Federal Reserve signals, while the British pound decline...","US stocks edge up on dovish Fed minutes; British pound retreats Wall Street stocks edged higher Wednesday following more dovish Federal Reserve signals, while the British pound decline...",negative,-0.995104313
Sri Lanka's Piramal Glass sees strong export growth if fuel is formula-priced,2/21/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's Piramal Glass Ceylon Plc says it can compete better with foreign producers and boost exports if furnace oil ...,Sri Lanka's Piramal Glass sees strong export growth if fuel is formula-priced Sri Lanka's Piramal Glass Ceylon Plc says it can compete better with foreign producers and boost exports if furnace oil ...,negative,-0.889059961
Big change in Sri Lanka govt spending seen needed,2/20/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT – A structural change is needed in Sri Lankan government spending, nearly half of which now goes for ...","Big change in Sri Lanka govt spending seen needed ECONOMYNEXT – A structural change is needed in Sri Lankan government spending, nearly half of which now goes for ...",negative,-0.938587725
"Sri Lanka rupee stronger, bond yields slightly up in dull trade",2/20/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger around 179.60/75 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields w...","Sri Lanka rupee stronger, bond yields slightly up in dull trade Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger around 179.60/75 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields w...",negative,-0.992147148
Cargills supermarket chain to accept payment for SriLankan online bookings,2/20/2019,Banking,Cargills Food City supermarkets and Cargills Bank branches will accept payment for Sri Lankan airlines tickets booked on...,Cargills supermarket chain to accept payment for SriLankan online bookings Cargills Food City supermarkets and Cargills Bank branches will accept payment for Sri Lankan airlines tickets booked on...,negative,-0.974787831
Better external conditions for Sri Lanka rupee in 2019: StanChart,2/20/2019,Economy,"External conditions for the Sri Lanka rupee will be better in 2019, following a steep fall in 2018 and foreign investors...","Better external conditions for Sri Lanka rupee in 2019: StanChart External conditions for the Sri Lanka rupee will be better in 2019, following a steep fall in 2018 and foreign investors...",negative,-0.998513877
Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury yield edges up to 10.73-pct,2/20/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill yield edged up one basis point to 10.73 percent at Wednesd...,Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury yield edges up to 10.73-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill yield edged up one basis point to 10.73 percent at Wednesd...,negative,-0.978701055
Sri Lanka's northern Jaffna Peninsula gets two more wind power plants for Rs 4.4bn,2/20/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – Two more renewable energy power plants are to be built in Sri Lanka’s northern Jaffna penins...,Sri Lanka's northern Jaffna Peninsula gets two more wind power plants for Rs 4.4bn ECONOMYNEXT – Two more renewable energy power plants are to be built in Sri Lanka’s northern Jaffna penins...,negative,-0.694343925
Sri Lanka targets 315mn kg tea production for 2019,2/20/2019,Agriculture,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is aiming to produce 315 million kilos of tea in 2019, up five percent from last year, Mi...","Sri Lanka targets 315mn kg tea production for 2019 ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is aiming to produce 315 million kilos of tea in 2019, up five percent from last year, Mi...",negative,-0.90913868
"Asian markets, currencies boosted by trade optimism",2/20/2019,International news,"Hong Kong, China | AFP | Wednesday - Growing optimism that China and the United States will reach a trade deal lifted mo...","Asian markets, currencies boosted by trade optimism Hong Kong, China | AFP | Wednesday - Growing optimism that China and the United States will reach a trade deal lifted mo...",positive,0.995214939
"Sri Lanka's Softlogic makes loss in Dec quarter, expands supermarkets chain",2/20/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s diversified Softlogic Holdings group made a big loss in the December 2018 quarter but r...,"Sri Lanka's Softlogic makes loss in Dec quarter, expands supermarkets chain ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s diversified Softlogic Holdings group made a big loss in the December 2018 quarter but r...",negative,-0.994642258
Sri Lanka approves 13 new hotel investments in Dec quarter,2/20/2019,Business,Sri Lanka has approved for 54.7 million US dollars in hotel investments during the fourth quarter ending in December 201...,Sri Lanka approves 13 new hotel investments in Dec quarter Sri Lanka has approved for 54.7 million US dollars in hotel investments during the fourth quarter ending in December 201...,positive,0.93445605
Brexit accelerating Japanese exodus from UK: analysts,2/19/2019,International news,"Panasonic, Sony, Nissan and now Honda: a recent exodus of Japanese firms from Britain is not solely down to Brexit, anal...","Brexit accelerating Japanese exodus from UK: analysts Panasonic, Sony, Nissan and now Honda: a recent exodus of Japanese firms from Britain is not solely down to Brexit, anal...",negative,-0.637179017
Sri Lanka's Lee Hedges to build Rs1.1bn car park,2/19/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's Lee Hedges Plc said its board has decided to build a 1.1 billion rupee car park in a property on a Colombo 0...,Sri Lanka's Lee Hedges to build Rs1.1bn car park Sri Lanka's Lee Hedges Plc said its board has decided to build a 1.1 billion rupee car park in a property on a Colombo 0...,negative,-0.957410514
Top cop faces arrest over Sri Lanka double murder,2/19/2019,Legal,The senior-most police officer in the southern province is likely to be questioned and arrested over the killing of two ...,Top cop faces arrest over Sri Lanka double murder The senior-most police officer in the southern province is likely to be questioned and arrested over the killing of two ...,negative,-0.943789184
Shareholders nod Sri Lanka's NDB to sell Rs6.5bn bail-in bonds,2/19/2019,Bonds & Forex,Shareholders of Sri Lanka's National Development Bank has give the go ahead of the lender to raise up to 6.5 billion rup...,Shareholders nod Sri Lanka's NDB to sell Rs6.5bn bail-in bonds Shareholders of Sri Lanka's National Development Bank has give the go ahead of the lender to raise up to 6.5 billion rup...,positive,0.985622883
Sri Lanka to get Euro 75mn French finance to boost sewerage in coastal suburbs,2/19/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is getting 75 million Euros (15 billion rupees) from France for a major expansion of sewerage system in Ratmal...,Sri Lanka to get Euro 75mn French finance to boost sewerage in coastal suburbs Sri Lanka is getting 75 million Euros (15 billion rupees) from France for a major expansion of sewerage system in Ratmal...,negative,-0.969831944
Tiny S. Africa beach restaurant crowned best in world,2/19/2019,International news,A tiny beach restaurant in an isolated South African fishing village was named the best in the world on Monday.,Tiny S. Africa beach restaurant crowned best in world A tiny beach restaurant in an isolated South African fishing village was named the best in the world on Monday.,positive,0.999674916
Sri Lanka's Lion Brewery upgraded to 'AA-(lka)' by Fitch,2/19/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's Lion Brewery Plc, has been upgraded to 'AA-(lka)' by Fitch Ratings as cashflows improved with rising sales, ...","Sri Lanka's Lion Brewery upgraded to 'AA-(lka)' by Fitch Sri Lanka's Lion Brewery Plc, has been upgraded to 'AA-(lka)' by Fitch Ratings as cashflows improved with rising sales, ...",negative,-0.659664869
Sri Lanka DSI Samson Group downgraded to BBB(lka),2/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's DSI Samson Group (Pvt) Ltd has been downgraded by a notch to BBB(lka) due to its leverage the rating agency ...,Sri Lanka DSI Samson Group downgraded to BBB(lka) Sri Lanka's DSI Samson Group (Pvt) Ltd has been downgraded by a notch to BBB(lka) due to its leverage the rating agency ...,negative,-0.997165978
"Sri Lanka rupee falls, bond yields ease",2/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at around 179.85/00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bond yields eas...","Sri Lanka rupee falls, bond yields ease Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at around 179.85/00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bond yields eas...",negative,-0.991158903
Sri Lanka reaffirms wildlife protection ahead of global conference,2/18/2019,Environment,Sri Lanka's tourism and wildlife minister reaffirmed to protect wildlife and end illegal trade of endangered species ahe...,Sri Lanka reaffirms wildlife protection ahead of global conference Sri Lanka's tourism and wildlife minister reaffirmed to protect wildlife and end illegal trade of endangered species ahe...,positive,0.999191821
"Sri Lanka CEB to hold tariffs amid election fever, downgraded to AA+(lka) by Fitch",2/18/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board has been rated at 'B' after the government's credit was downgraded by Fit...,"Sri Lanka CEB to hold tariffs amid election fever, downgraded to AA+(lka) by Fitch Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board has been rated at 'B' after the government's credit was downgraded by Fit...",negative,-0.99788636
"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services sectors grow in January",2/18/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's manufacturing and services sectors grew in January 2019 compared to December 2018 fueled by apparel and educ...,"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services sectors grow in January Sri Lanka's manufacturing and services sectors grew in January 2019 compared to December 2018 fueled by apparel and educ...",positive,0.9947837
Sri Lanka Telecom rating downgrade follows sovereign: Fitch,2/18/2019,Markets,Credit ratings agency Fitch said it has downgraded the state-owned Sri Lanka Telecom Plc (SLT) and its debentures to 'AA...,Sri Lanka Telecom rating downgrade follows sovereign: Fitch Credit ratings agency Fitch said it has downgraded the state-owned Sri Lanka Telecom Plc (SLT) and its debentures to 'AA...,negative,-0.999278486
Sri Lanka's NSB local rating downgraded after re-calibration,2/18/2019,Banking,Fitch Ratings has downgraded state-run National Savings Bank to 'AA+(lka)' from 'AAA(lka)' following a downgrade of the ...,Sri Lanka's NSB local rating downgraded after re-calibration Fitch Ratings has downgraded state-run National Savings Bank to 'AA+(lka)' from 'AAA(lka)' following a downgrade of the ...,negative,-0.999230027
"Foreigners buy into Sri Lanka rupee bonds, cheaper money injected",2/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Foreign investors have bought 3.2 billion rupees worth domestic currency denominated bonds in the week to February 2019,...","Foreigners buy into Sri Lanka rupee bonds, cheaper money injected Foreign investors have bought 3.2 billion rupees worth domestic currency denominated bonds in the week to February 2019,...",negative,-0.953453302
Sri Lanka's CTC net up 15-pct; says beedi boom amid tax hikes,2/18/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tobacco Company Plc, a unit of British American Tobacco said net profits for the December 2018 quarte...","Sri Lanka's CTC net up 15-pct; says beedi boom amid tax hikes Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tobacco Company Plc, a unit of British American Tobacco said net profits for the December 2018 quarte...",negative,-0.989020884
Maldives ex-strongman's top aide charged with embezzlement,2/18/2019,South Asia,Prosectors in the Maldives on Sunday charged a top aide of former strongman leader Abdulla Yameen with embezzling millio...,Maldives ex-strongman's top aide charged with embezzlement Prosectors in the Maldives on Sunday charged a top aide of former strongman leader Abdulla Yameen with embezzling millio...,negative,-0.982663035
Indian broadcaster pulls out of Pakistan cricket league after Kashmir attack,2/18/2019,South Asia,Indian broadcaster IMG Reliance has withdrawn from its contract to produce coverage of the Pakistan Twenty20 league foll...,Indian broadcaster pulls out of Pakistan cricket league after Kashmir attack Indian broadcaster IMG Reliance has withdrawn from its contract to produce coverage of the Pakistan Twenty20 league foll...,negative,-0.997215033
Asian markets rally on growing trade deal hopes,2/18/2019,International news,Asian markets rallied with oil and high-yielding currencies Monday as investors grow increasingly confident that China a...,Asian markets rally on growing trade deal hopes Asian markets rallied with oil and high-yielding currencies Monday as investors grow increasingly confident that China a...,positive,0.976442099
Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata profits wiped out in kitchen sink quarter,2/18/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata Plc reported losses of 2.5 billion rupees at company level and was barely in the black at grou...,Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata profits wiped out in kitchen sink quarter Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata Plc reported losses of 2.5 billion rupees at company level and was barely in the black at grou...,negative,-0.998974562
Productive workers in Sri Lanka trapped between neo-serfdom and Samurai graduates: Bellwether,2/17/2019,Bellwether,"Sri Lanka's toiling workers in the private sector who stand on their own feet are an unfortunate lot, caught between a n...","Productive workers in Sri Lanka trapped between neo-serfdom and Samurai graduates: Bellwether Sri Lanka's toiling workers in the private sector who stand on their own feet are an unfortunate lot, caught between a n...",negative,-0.990282297
US-China trade talks: what's under debate,2/17/2019,International news,US and Chinese officials wrapped up days of trade talks in Beijing on Friday with plans to resume negotiations in Washin...,US-China trade talks: what's under debate US and Chinese officials wrapped up days of trade talks in Beijing on Friday with plans to resume negotiations in Washin...,negative,-0.950001776
Sri Lanka on new EU list of high risk countries,2/17/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka has been placed on a new European Union list of high risk countries where bank have to exercise extra due dili...,Sri Lanka on new EU list of high risk countries Sri Lanka has been placed on a new European Union list of high risk countries where bank have to exercise extra due dili...,negative,-0.781610131
"'Just doing my job', says 'superman' Perera after epic Sri Lanka win",2/17/2019,Culture,"Match-winner Kusal Perera insisted ""all I did was my role"" after his epic 153 not out took Sri Lanka to a dramatic one-w...","'Just doing my job', says 'superman' Perera after epic Sri Lanka win Match-winner Kusal Perera insisted ""all I did was my role"" after his epic 153 not out took Sri Lanka to a dramatic one-w...",negative,-0.980410278
Sri Lanka to review bus licensing system on expressways,2/17/2019,Ground,"Sri Lanka has appointed a committee to review route licenses for buses operated on expressways, the state information of...","Sri Lanka to review bus licensing system on expressways Sri Lanka has appointed a committee to review route licenses for buses operated on expressways, the state information of...",positive,0.805961788
Sri Lanka's ceramic firms snarled in regulations; calls for more protection,2/16/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's ceramic tile makers are snarled in a plethora mining and transport regulations which is cutting access to ra...,Sri Lanka's ceramic firms snarled in regulations; calls for more protection Sri Lanka's ceramic tile makers are snarled in a plethora mining and transport regulations which is cutting access to ra...,negative,-0.998066843
U.S. Coast Guard trains Sri Lankan port officials,2/15/2019,Defence,ECONOMYNEXT - The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has conducted port security training at the Port of Colombo with Sri ...,U.S. Coast Guard trains Sri Lankan port officials ECONOMYNEXT - The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has conducted port security training at the Port of Colombo with Sri ...,positive,0.929252863
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker, stocks fall 0.39-pct",2/15/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed slighly weaker at 178.70/80 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields we...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker, stocks fall 0.39-pct Sri Lanka's rupee closed slighly weaker at 178.70/80 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields we...",negative,-0.999265134
EU presses Sri Lanka on reforms for continued market access,2/15/2019,Political News,ECONOMYNEXT – The European Union has insisted Sri Lanka continue with promised reforms like replacing an anti-ter...,EU presses Sri Lanka on reforms for continued market access ECONOMYNEXT – The European Union has insisted Sri Lanka continue with promised reforms like replacing an anti-ter...,negative,-0.975109398
Better public asset management with Sri Lanka govt move to accrual accounting,2/15/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Public assets will be managed better with the Sri Lankan government’s planned shift to accru...,Better public asset management with Sri Lanka govt move to accrual accounting ECONOMYNEXT – Public assets will be managed better with the Sri Lankan government’s planned shift to accru...,negative,-0.996094286
"Sri Lanka regulator halts deposit taking, lending by The Finance Co",2/15/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's Central Bank said The Finance Company, a troubled non-banker lender which got into difficulties in 2008, wil...","Sri Lanka regulator halts deposit taking, lending by The Finance Co Sri Lanka's Central Bank said The Finance Company, a troubled non-banker lender which got into difficulties in 2008, wil...",negative,-0.999360621
Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank profits down amid loan losses,2/15/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank said its net profits for the December 2018 quarter fell 31.8 percent to 2.7 billion rupees from...,Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank profits down amid loan losses Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank said its net profits for the December 2018 quarter fell 31.8 percent to 2.7 billion rupees from...,negative,-0.999526501
Sri Lanka's Melstacorp net profits flat in December 2018,2/15/2019,Markets,"Net profits at Sri Lanka's Melstacorp for the December was flat at 1.5 billion rupees from a year earlier, with non-cont...","Sri Lanka's Melstacorp net profits flat in December 2018 Net profits at Sri Lanka's Melstacorp for the December was flat at 1.5 billion rupees from a year earlier, with non-cont...",negative,-0.999613345
Regulatory trap thwarts Sri Lanka clay tile makers from clearing silted tanks,2/15/2019,Business,A web of regulations and processes is blocking Sri Lanka's clay tile makers from clearing silt from tanks which can expa...,Regulatory trap thwarts Sri Lanka clay tile makers from clearing silted tanks A web of regulations and processes is blocking Sri Lanka's clay tile makers from clearing silt from tanks which can expa...,negative,-0.999179661
Bigger lenders also behaving like 'loan sharks' in Sri Lanka: Finance Minister,2/15/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka is bringing laws to regulate micro-finance which are behaving like loan sharks giving loans to people who cann...,Bigger lenders also behaving like 'loan sharks' in Sri Lanka: Finance Minister Sri Lanka is bringing laws to regulate micro-finance which are behaving like loan sharks giving loans to people who cann...,negative,-0.975693405
"NASA heading back to Moon soon, and this time to stay",2/15/2019,International news,"NASA is accelerating plans to return Americans to the Moon, and this time, the US space agency says it will be there to ...","NASA heading back to Moon soon, and this time to stay NASA is accelerating plans to return Americans to the Moon, and this time, the US space agency says it will be there to ...",positive,0.973451138
"Asian shares drop on trade talks fears, weak US retail",2/15/2019,International news,"Asian stocks retreated Friday as concern grew over reports of an impasse in China-US trade talks in Beijing, and Wall St...","Asian shares drop on trade talks fears, weak US retail Asian stocks retreated Friday as concern grew over reports of an impasse in China-US trade talks in Beijing, and Wall St...",negative,-0.995309532
"Sri Lanka has to reform soft-peg to avoid monetary instability, default: Bellwether",2/15/2019,Bellwether,In 2018 instability generated by an inconsistent monetary policy framework not only killed a nascent economic recovery t...,"Sri Lanka has to reform soft-peg to avoid monetary instability, default: Bellwether In 2018 instability generated by an inconsistent monetary policy framework not only killed a nascent economic recovery t...",negative,-0.996905386
Northern Sri Lanka port to be developed with Indian aid to handle general cargo,2/14/2019,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is to develop the northern Kankesanthurai (KKS) harbour with Indian aid to enable it to b...,Northern Sri Lanka port to be developed with Indian aid to handle general cargo ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is to develop the northern Kankesanthurai (KKS) harbour with Indian aid to enable it to b...,negative,-0.954844296
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks gain marginally in dull trade",2/14/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee ended weaker at 178.60/70 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields were quot...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks gain marginally in dull trade Sri Lanka's rupee ended weaker at 178.60/70 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields were quot...",negative,-0.999567568
Sri Lanka Tea Board to subsidise exporter brand promotion,2/14/2019,Agriculture,ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka Tea Board will launch a brand promotion campaign that will support exporters of Ceylo...,Sri Lanka Tea Board to subsidise exporter brand promotion ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka Tea Board will launch a brand promotion campaign that will support exporters of Ceylo...,positive,0.997071505
Sri Lanka Foreign Affairs Ministry opens second regional consular office,2/14/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs will open its second regional consular office in sou...,Sri Lanka Foreign Affairs Ministry opens second regional consular office ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs will open its second regional consular office in sou...,positive,0.917873442
Sri Lanka's Lion Brewery December quarter net up 169-pct,2/14/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's largest beer producer Lion Brewery (Ceylon) Plc said its net profits for the December 2018 quar...,Sri Lanka's Lion Brewery December quarter net up 169-pct ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's largest beer producer Lion Brewery (Ceylon) Plc said its net profits for the December 2018 quar...,negative,-0.921328366
Bell Geospace wins Sri Lanka offshore oil airborne gravity survey deal,2/14/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government has awarded U.S. firm Bell Geospace Ltd. a contract to explore for of...,Bell Geospace wins Sri Lanka offshore oil airborne gravity survey deal ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government has awarded U.S. firm Bell Geospace Ltd. a contract to explore for of...,positive,0.981950521
Airbus to stop production of A380 superjumbo,2/14/2019,International news,"European aerospace giant Airbus said Thursday it would end production of the A380 superjumbo, the double-decker jet whic...","Airbus to stop production of A380 superjumbo European aerospace giant Airbus said Thursday it would end production of the A380 superjumbo, the double-decker jet whic...",negative,-0.999597728
"Sri Lanka labour supply to shrink, female workers can fill gap",2/14/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's supply of labour will reduce over the next few decades which will lead to slower growth, but getting more fe...","Sri Lanka labour supply to shrink, female workers can fill gap Sri Lanka's supply of labour will reduce over the next few decades which will lead to slower growth, but getting more fe...",negative,-0.99652499
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond market dull at open",2/14/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 178.55/80 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields were quo...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond market dull at open Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 178.55/80 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields were quo...",negative,-0.999365032
Digital opinion leaders new focus of Sri Lanka global tea marketing campaign,2/14/2019,Agriculture,ECONOMYNEXT – A new global Ceylon tea marketing campaign will have a new focus – targeting digital or onli...,Digital opinion leaders new focus of Sri Lanka global tea marketing campaign ECONOMYNEXT – A new global Ceylon tea marketing campaign will have a new focus – targeting digital or onli...,negative,-0.937735975
World Bank Vice President arrives in Sri Lanka,2/14/2019,Economy,"Hartwig Schafer, World Bank Vice President for South Asia is visiting Sri Lanka and meeting the political leadership and...","World Bank Vice President arrives in Sri Lanka Hartwig Schafer, World Bank Vice President for South Asia is visiting Sri Lanka and meeting the political leadership and...",positive,0.999017835
Chinese lose taste for French wine as economy cools,2/14/2019,International news,"Sales of French wine and spirits to China fell last year, industry figures showed on Wednesday, in a further sign that a...","Chinese lose taste for French wine as economy cools Sales of French wine and spirits to China fell last year, industry figures showed on Wednesday, in a further sign that a...",negative,-0.997439146
Asian shares ease as US-China trade talks begin,2/14/2019,International news,Asian stocks eased Thursday as traders anxiously awaited news from high-level US-China trade talks starting in Beijing.,Asian shares ease as US-China trade talks begin Asian stocks eased Thursday as traders anxiously awaited news from high-level US-China trade talks starting in Beijing.,positive,0.759395659
Sri Lanka to revive small scale rice millers to boost competition,2/14/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka will provide one billion rupees in financing for the farmers' guaranteed price paddy purchase program through ...,Sri Lanka to revive small scale rice millers to boost competition Sri Lanka will provide one billion rupees in financing for the farmers' guaranteed price paddy purchase program through ...,positive,0.716322839
"Sri Lanka bonds yields edge up, rupee marginally weaker",2/13/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's bond yields edged up Wednesday amid a Treasuries auction while the rupee closed marginally lower after recov...,"Sri Lanka bonds yields edge up, rupee marginally weaker Sri Lanka's bond yields edged up Wednesday amid a Treasuries auction while the rupee closed marginally lower after recov...",negative,-0.991351366
ADB gives Sri Lanka US$145mn to help breed tech-oriented graduates,2/13/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will give Sri Lanka 145 million US dollars for science and technol...,ADB gives Sri Lanka US$145mn to help breed tech-oriented graduates ECONOMYNEXT – The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will give Sri Lanka 145 million US dollars for science and technol...,negative,-0.546409011
"Jafferjee, Abeyesekera on Sri Lanka stock exchange board",2/13/2019,Markets,"Murtaza Jafferjee, chairman of JB Securities, and Dimuthu Sanjaya Abeyesekera, director and chief executive of Asha Phil...","Jafferjee, Abeyesekera on Sri Lanka stock exchange board Murtaza Jafferjee, chairman of JB Securities, and Dimuthu Sanjaya Abeyesekera, director and chief executive of Asha Phil...",positive,0.973830521
Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury yield rises to 10.72-pct,2/13/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill yield rose 03 basis points to 10.72percent at Wednesdayââ...,Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury yield rises to 10.72-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill yield rose 03 basis points to 10.72percent at Wednesdayââ...,negative,-0.959777057
Sri Lanka govt to spend Rs1.2bn on extra wage hike to tea estate workers,2/13/2019,Agriculture,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government will allocate 1.2 billion rupees in the forthcoming budget to pay an ...,Sri Lanka govt to spend Rs1.2bn on extra wage hike to tea estate workers ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government will allocate 1.2 billion rupees in the forthcoming budget to pay an ...,negative,-0.987731516
Thai election commission moves to dissolve party linked to princess,2/13/2019,International news,Thailand's election commission on Wednesday asked the constitutional court to dissolve a political party that put forwar...,Thai election commission moves to dissolve party linked to princess Thailand's election commission on Wednesday asked the constitutional court to dissolve a political party that put forwar...,negative,-0.994285762
Sri Lanka industrial activity grows in December with higher food production,2/13/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's industrial activity grew 1.6 percent in December 2018 compared to November with higher food production in th...,Sri Lanka industrial activity grows in December with higher food production Sri Lanka's industrial activity grew 1.6 percent in December 2018 compared to November with higher food production in th...,positive,0.926505208
"Fitch cuts outlook of Sri Lanka's NDB on risk appetite, falling capital",2/13/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT - Fitch Ratings said it was cutting the outlook on Sri Lanka's 'A (lka)' rated National Development Bank to ...,"Fitch cuts outlook of Sri Lanka's NDB on risk appetite, falling capital ECONOMYNEXT - Fitch Ratings said it was cutting the outlook on Sri Lanka's 'A (lka)' rated National Development Bank to ...",negative,-0.998787582
Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings net up 53-pct in Dec,2/13/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings Plc, said profits grew 53 percent in the December 2018 quarter, helped by consumer goods a...","Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings net up 53-pct in Dec Sri Lanka's Sunshine Holdings Plc, said profits grew 53 percent in the December 2018 quarter, helped by consumer goods a...",positive,0.904797435
SriLankan MRO ready for C-checks on A320NEO,2/13/2019,Aviation,SriLankan Engineering said it had completed its first C-check on an Airbus A320neo aircraft and is ready to offer servic...,SriLankan MRO ready for C-checks on A320NEO SriLankan Engineering said it had completed its first C-check on an Airbus A320neo aircraft and is ready to offer servic...,positive,0.952941537
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields flat at open",2/13/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 178.80/00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bonds yields were f...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields flat at open Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 178.80/00 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bonds yields were f...",negative,-0.999368727
Australia announces reopening of offshore detention centre,2/13/2019,International news,Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison Wednesday announced the reopening of a controversial offshore migrant detention...,Australia announces reopening of offshore detention centre Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison Wednesday announced the reopening of a controversial offshore migrant detention...,negative,-0.592131615
Sri Lanka's Jetwing Symphony Hotels hit by forex loss,2/13/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's Jetwing Symphony Plc reported a loss of 128.5 million rupees in the December 2018 quarter, up 20 percent fro...","Sri Lanka's Jetwing Symphony Hotels hit by forex loss Sri Lanka's Jetwing Symphony Plc reported a loss of 128.5 million rupees in the December 2018 quarter, up 20 percent fro...",negative,-0.999367654
Sri Lanka’s Watawala Plantations December quarter net profit down 03-pct,2/13/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Watawala Plantations, which now focuses on palm oil and dairy, having spun off i...","Sri Lanka’s Watawala Plantations December quarter net profit down 03-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Watawala Plantations, which now focuses on palm oil and dairy, having spun off i...",negative,-0.997953415
Ronald Perera re-appointed as Bank of Ceylon Chairman,2/13/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's state-run Bank of Ceylon said Ronald C Perera was re-appointed as Chairman.,Ronald Perera re-appointed as Bank of Ceylon Chairman Sri Lanka's state-run Bank of Ceylon said Ronald C Perera was re-appointed as Chairman.,negative,-0.861106992
Sri Lanka awaits funding to wrap up 'overtourism' study,2/13/2019,Business,A Sri Lanka-World Bank joint study on how many tourists Sri Lanka can handle sustainably requires funding approval from ...,Sri Lanka awaits funding to wrap up 'overtourism' study A Sri Lanka-World Bank joint study on how many tourists Sri Lanka can handle sustainably requires funding approval from ...,negative,-0.985869169
Asian shares rise as Trump boosts US-China talks,2/13/2019,International news,Asian stocks climbed Wednesday as US President Donald Trump said he could extend the deadline for a trade deal with Chin...,Asian shares rise as Trump boosts US-China talks Asian stocks climbed Wednesday as US President Donald Trump said he could extend the deadline for a trade deal with Chin...,negative,-0.979419351
Berlin woos US in Europe gas battle,2/12/2019,International news,"Germany put on a show of unity with the United States Tuesday in talks on importing natural gas, as Berlin battles accus...","Berlin woos US in Europe gas battle Germany put on a show of unity with the United States Tuesday in talks on importing natural gas, as Berlin battles accus...",positive,0.977167428
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields higher at close",2/12/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee ended weaker at 178.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bonds yields were high...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields higher at close Sri Lanka's rupee ended weaker at 178.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bonds yields were high...",negative,-0.997287989
"Better pay, security could help reduce Sri Lanka's labour shortage",2/12/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT – Offering better pay, security of employment and flexible working hours could help resolve labour sh...","Better pay, security could help reduce Sri Lanka's labour shortage ECONOMYNEXT – Offering better pay, security of employment and flexible working hours could help resolve labour sh...",negative,-0.996424019
Sri Lanka shipping policy to encourage ship finance,2/12/2019,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s new national policy for its maritime and logistics sectors has recommended sever...,Sri Lanka shipping policy to encourage ship finance ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s new national policy for its maritime and logistics sectors has recommended sever...,negative,-0.730874002
"Sri Lanka banks to seek more foreign funding, but pay more: S&P",2/12/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's banks are expected to borrow more from foreign markets, which could lower profitability due to bigger hits f...","Sri Lanka banks to seek more foreign funding, but pay more: S&P Sri Lanka's banks are expected to borrow more from foreign markets, which could lower profitability due to bigger hits f...",negative,-0.998776376
Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka up 2.2-pct in Jan 2019,2/12/2019,Business,"Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka in January 2019 rose 2.2 percent from a year earlier to 238,924, the tourism development a...","Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka up 2.2-pct in Jan 2019 Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka in January 2019 rose 2.2 percent from a year earlier to 238,924, the tourism development a...",positive,0.962953568
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields up in early trade",2/12/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker 178.15/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bonds yields were up and...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields up in early trade Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker 178.15/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bonds yields were up and...",negative,-0.997204185
E-cigarette use 'skyrocketing' among young Americans: report,2/12/2019,International news,"The number of young Americans using e-cigarettes grew by 1.5 million in 2018, undermining years of progress in reducing ...","E-cigarette use 'skyrocketing' among young Americans: report The number of young Americans using e-cigarettes grew by 1.5 million in 2018, undermining years of progress in reducing ...",negative,-0.991399288
Sri Lanka expects near record rice output in 2019,2/12/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka is expected to produce 2.85 million tonnes of paddy (rough rice) in the current Maha major cultivation season,...","Sri Lanka expects near record rice output in 2019 Sri Lanka is expected to produce 2.85 million tonnes of paddy (rough rice) in the current Maha major cultivation season,...",negative,-0.908947468
"Asian markets rise on trade hopes, weak yen",2/12/2019,International news,Asian shares were mostly up Tuesday as investors watched key US-China trade talks aimed at averting punitive tariffs whi...,"Asian markets rise on trade hopes, weak yen Asian shares were mostly up Tuesday as investors watched key US-China trade talks aimed at averting punitive tariffs whi...",negative,-0.979536772
Sri Lanka's NDB net up 74.4-pct in December,2/12/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's National Development Bank Plc (NDB) net profits in the December quarter grew 74.4 percent to 1.7 billion rup...,Sri Lanka's NDB net up 74.4-pct in December Sri Lanka's National Development Bank Plc (NDB) net profits in the December quarter grew 74.4 percent to 1.7 billion rup...,negative,-0.964717209
Sri Lanka hikes fuel prices; petrol Rs 129,2/11/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka has hiked petrol by 6 rupees to 129 a litre and diesel by 4 rupees to 103 a litre under a monthly pricing form...,Sri Lanka hikes fuel prices; petrol Rs 129 Sri Lanka has hiked petrol by 6 rupees to 129 a litre and diesel by 4 rupees to 103 a litre under a monthly pricing form...,negative,-0.984926343
"ETI asset sale: Sri Lanka CB says did not select buyer, only asked extra US$15mn",2/11/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's Central Bank said it did not select a buyer for the assets of troubled ETI Finance Ltd, but only made the se...","ETI asset sale: Sri Lanka CB says did not select buyer, only asked extra US$15mn Sri Lanka's Central Bank said it did not select a buyer for the assets of troubled ETI Finance Ltd, but only made the se...",negative,-0.998676002
Sri Lanka’s Hayleys December quarter net profit up 147-pct,2/11/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Hayleys group said net profit shot up 147 percent to 439 million rupees in the D...,Sri Lanka’s Hayleys December quarter net profit up 147-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Hayleys group said net profit shot up 147 percent to 439 million rupees in the D...,negative,-0.97870934
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields flat",2/11/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 177.80/95 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bonds yields ended flat a...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields flat Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 177.80/95 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bonds yields ended flat a...",negative,-0.999606311
Sri Lanka to give promotions incentive for inbound tour operators,2/11/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's tourism promotion agency is planning to give an advertising incentive for inbound tour operators to encourag...,Sri Lanka to give promotions incentive for inbound tour operators Sri Lanka's tourism promotion agency is planning to give an advertising incentive for inbound tour operators to encourag...,negative,-0.984972954
Tallest building outside Sri Lanka's capital planned,2/11/2019,Business,A 35-story residential and shopping tower complex in Ja-Ela north of Sri Lanka's capital Colombo has been given the go h...,Tallest building outside Sri Lanka's capital planned A 35-story residential and shopping tower complex in Ja-Ela north of Sri Lanka's capital Colombo has been given the go h...,positive,0.995670438
Sri Lanka’s Aitken Spence Hotel Holdings December net up 38.5-pct,2/11/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Aitken Spence Hotel Holdings said net profit rose 38.5 percent to 339 million ru...,Sri Lanka’s Aitken Spence Hotel Holdings December net up 38.5-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Aitken Spence Hotel Holdings said net profit rose 38.5 percent to 339 million ru...,negative,-0.809012294
Sri Lanka EPF had funded Perpetual deals after avoiding auctions: Auditor General,2/11/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka's Employees Provident Fund had used its cash to finance bond purchases of a controversial primary dealer in bo...,Sri Lanka EPF had funded Perpetual deals after avoiding auctions: Auditor General Sri Lanka's Employees Provident Fund had used its cash to finance bond purchases of a controversial primary dealer in bo...,negative,-0.989673853
Sri Lanka's Royal Ceramics December quarter profit down 8.6-pct,2/11/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Net profits at Sri Lanka's Royal Ceramics group fell 8.6 percent to 814 million rupees in the Decem...,Sri Lanka's Royal Ceramics December quarter profit down 8.6-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Net profits at Sri Lanka's Royal Ceramics group fell 8.6 percent to 814 million rupees in the Decem...,negative,-0.999488473
"Sri Lanka rupee stable at open, bond yields flat",2/11/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 177.70/95 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bonds yields were flat, d...","Sri Lanka rupee stable at open, bond yields flat Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 177.70/95 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bonds yields were flat, d...",negative,-0.998814702
Sri Lanka’s Renuka Agri Foods back in profit as nut prices fall,2/11/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Renuka Agri Foods, a Sri Lankan manufacturer of coconut-based food and beverage products, swung back into ...","Sri Lanka’s Renuka Agri Foods back in profit as nut prices fall ECONOMYNEXT - Renuka Agri Foods, a Sri Lankan manufacturer of coconut-based food and beverage products, swung back into ...",negative,-0.994692028
Asian markets sluggish before crunch trade talks,2/11/2019,International news,"Trade uncertainty weighed on Asian stocks Monday, at the start of a week that sees crunch China-US talks take place in B...","Asian markets sluggish before crunch trade talks Trade uncertainty weighed on Asian stocks Monday, at the start of a week that sees crunch China-US talks take place in B...",negative,-0.997763634
Sri Lanka forex reserves down to US$6.14bn in Jan,2/11/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's forex reserves had fallen to 6.1 billion US dollars in January 2019, down from 6.19 billion US dollars in De...","Sri Lanka forex reserves down to US$6.14bn in Jan Sri Lanka's forex reserves had fallen to 6.1 billion US dollars in January 2019, down from 6.19 billion US dollars in De...",negative,-0.998128951
IMF chief says ready to support Pakistan after meeting PM Khan,2/11/2019,International news,International Monetary Fund chief Christine Lagarde on Sunday met Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan and assured him th...,IMF chief says ready to support Pakistan after meeting PM Khan International Monetary Fund chief Christine Lagarde on Sunday met Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan and assured him th...,positive,0.998558462
"SriLankan Airlines making mega deals sans tenders, AG clearance: COPE report",2/11/2019,Economy,"SriLankan Airlines has been run as a virtual private company, by passing state procurement processes, a parliamentary pr...","SriLankan Airlines making mega deals sans tenders, AG clearance: COPE report SriLankan Airlines has been run as a virtual private company, by passing state procurement processes, a parliamentary pr...",negative,-0.995280266
Sri Lanka sets guaranteed prices for paddy ahead of 2019 harvest,2/10/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's  Finance Ministry had allocated 5.0 billion rupees to buy rice at guaranteed prices from farmers ahead of th...,Sri Lanka sets guaranteed prices for paddy ahead of 2019 harvest Sri Lanka's  Finance Ministry had allocated 5.0 billion rupees to buy rice at guaranteed prices from farmers ahead of th...,negative,-0.845498204
Bollywood superstars test taboos with hip-hop blockbuster,2/10/2019,South Asia,"Two of Bollywood's biggest stars have premiered ""Gully Boy"", a still rare female-directed blockbuster that pokes at endu...","Bollywood superstars test taboos with hip-hop blockbuster Two of Bollywood's biggest stars have premiered ""Gully Boy"", a still rare female-directed blockbuster that pokes at endu...",positive,0.989202082
Sri Lanka warned against putting too many eggs in Chinese basket,2/10/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka should diversify its financial and economic strategy to include more foreign partners to reduce geopolitical r...,Sri Lanka warned against putting too many eggs in Chinese basket Sri Lanka should diversify its financial and economic strategy to include more foreign partners to reduce geopolitical r...,negative,-0.995992362
Trump pick may break World Bank in latest attempt to dismantle global institutions,2/9/2019,International news,President Donald Trump's choice to lead the World Bank is a firebrand critic of the world's largest anti-poverty lender ...,Trump pick may break World Bank in latest attempt to dismantle global institutions President Donald Trump's choice to lead the World Bank is a firebrand critic of the world's largest anti-poverty lender ...,negative,-0.996748447
Cleveland Bridge UK wins Euro 37mn Sri Lanka deal,2/9/2019,Business,"Cleveland Bride UK has won a 37.5 million Euro deal to build bridges in rural Sri Lanka, the government said.","Cleveland Bridge UK wins Euro 37mn Sri Lanka deal Cleveland Bride UK has won a 37.5 million Euro deal to build bridges in rural Sri Lanka, the government said.",positive,0.996408403
Sri Lanka's Litro Gas awards LGP deal to Oman,2/9/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka's state-run Litro Gas has awarded a 350,000 metric tonne liquefied petroleum gas deal to Oman Trading Internat...","Sri Lanka's Litro Gas awards LGP deal to Oman Sri Lanka's state-run Litro Gas has awarded a 350,000 metric tonne liquefied petroleum gas deal to Oman Trading Internat...",negative,-0.916728973
Hundreds of thousands of cattle feared dead after Australia floods,2/9/2019,International news,Hundreds of thousands of cattle weakened from a severe drought are feared to have died in record-breaking floods in nort...,Hundreds of thousands of cattle feared dead after Australia floods Hundreds of thousands of cattle weakened from a severe drought are feared to have died in record-breaking floods in nort...,negative,-0.998895526
Sri Lanka to focus on three Indian states in tourism promotions,2/9/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's state tourism agency, the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotions Bureau, is hoping to target its future promotions in ...","Sri Lanka to focus on three Indian states in tourism promotions Sri Lanka's state tourism agency, the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotions Bureau, is hoping to target its future promotions in ...",negative,-0.863343239
"Sri Lankan stocks up, foreign buying in Teejay Lanka",2/8/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan stocks ended higher Friday pushed up by gains in fabric maker Teejay Lanka (TJL), which foreign...","Sri Lankan stocks up, foreign buying in Teejay Lanka ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan stocks ended higher Friday pushed up by gains in fabric maker Teejay Lanka (TJL), which foreign...",negative,-0.955622613
Sri Lanka's Lanka Tiles December quarter net profit down 52-pct,2/8/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Lanka Tiles said group net profits fell 52 percent to 167 million rupees in the December 2018 ...,Sri Lanka's Lanka Tiles December quarter net profit down 52-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Lanka Tiles said group net profits fell 52 percent to 167 million rupees in the December 2018 ...,negative,-0.999270976
Sri Lanka watchdog rejects Sirisena’s fake claims,2/8/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka’s independent Human Rights Commission (HRC) Friday expressed its “deep concern” over Presid...,Sri Lanka watchdog rejects Sirisena’s fake claims Sri Lanka’s independent Human Rights Commission (HRC) Friday expressed its “deep concern” over Presid...,negative,-0.985995471
Sri Lanka fresh coconut auction price up 0.2-pct,2/8/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's fresh coconut prices picked up 0.2 percent to 30,022.55 for 1,000 nuts at the weekly auction held in Colombo...","Sri Lanka fresh coconut auction price up 0.2-pct Sri Lanka's fresh coconut prices picked up 0.2 percent to 30,022.55 for 1,000 nuts at the weekly auction held in Colombo...",negative,-0.983551323
Sri Lanka Access Engineering net up 116.5-pct in December,2/8/2019,Markets,Sri Lankan construction firm Access Engineering Plc's net profits for the December 2018 quarter grew 116.5 percent to 65...,Sri Lanka Access Engineering net up 116.5-pct in December Sri Lankan construction firm Access Engineering Plc's net profits for the December 2018 quarter grew 116.5 percent to 65...,positive,0.754327595
Sri Lanka's Expolanka Freight net up 39-pct,2/8/2019,Logistics,Profits at Sri Lanka's Expolanka Freight Holdings Plc grew 39 percent to 469 million rupees in the December 2018 quarter...,Sri Lanka's Expolanka Freight net up 39-pct Profits at Sri Lanka's Expolanka Freight Holdings Plc grew 39 percent to 469 million rupees in the December 2018 quarter...,positive,0.868508279
India's Jet Airways defaults on leases after being hit by weak rupee,2/8/2019,South Asia,"India's Jet Airways has grounded four planes after failing to pay lessors, the airline said, in the latest evidence of f...","India's Jet Airways defaults on leases after being hit by weak rupee India's Jet Airways has grounded four planes after failing to pay lessors, the airline said, in the latest evidence of f...",negative,-0.998656154
"Sri Lanka starts whale watching fees, tourists discriminated",2/8/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka has started regulating whale watching, extending a discriminatory fee structure to tourists which is already f...","Sri Lanka starts whale watching fees, tourists discriminated Sri Lanka has started regulating whale watching, extending a discriminatory fee structure to tourists which is already f...",negative,-0.996160984
"Sri Lanka rupee, bond yields steady in early trade",2/8/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened wider on Friday at 177.60/90 to the US dollar in the spot market and the bond yields were wide,...","Sri Lanka rupee, bond yields steady in early trade Sri Lanka's rupee opened wider on Friday at 177.60/90 to the US dollar in the spot market and the bond yields were wide,...",positive,0.997395515
Fonterra denies Sri Lanka pork theory,2/8/2019,Political News,"New Zealand based Fonterra, a diary group has denied claims made by legislators that its products contain replaced port ...","Fonterra denies Sri Lanka pork theory New Zealand based Fonterra, a diary group has denied claims made by legislators that its products contain replaced port ...",negative,-0.980377972
Twitter hammered as user losses overshadow improving finances,2/8/2019,International news,Twitter shares took a pounding Thursday as an unsettling update on its global user base offset upbeat figures on revenue...,Twitter hammered as user losses overshadow improving finances Twitter shares took a pounding Thursday as an unsettling update on its global user base offset upbeat figures on revenue...,negative,-0.998628855
"Global stocks tumble on weak eurozone outlook, US-China trade angst",2/8/2019,International news,Global stocks tumbled Thursday on a downgrade to Europe's economic growth outlook and revived doubts on the US-China tra...,"Global stocks tumble on weak eurozone outlook, US-China trade angst Global stocks tumbled Thursday on a downgrade to Europe's economic growth outlook and revived doubts on the US-China tra...",negative,-0.998917699
"Top lawyer slams Sri Lanka’s retrospective taxes, midnight gazette",2/8/2019,Economy,Provisions for retrospective taxation in Sri Lanka’s constitution and the practice of tax changes by midnight gov...,"Top lawyer slams Sri Lanka’s retrospective taxes, midnight gazette Provisions for retrospective taxation in Sri Lanka’s constitution and the practice of tax changes by midnight gov...",negative,-0.879346073
UK’s Flexicare to make medical devices in Sri Lanka,2/8/2019,Business,"Flexicare (Group) Limited, a United Kingdom-headquarted manufacturer and supplier of medical devices, will set up a disp...","UK’s Flexicare to make medical devices in Sri Lanka Flexicare (Group) Limited, a United Kingdom-headquarted manufacturer and supplier of medical devices, will set up a disp...",negative,-0.97675395
Sri Lanka to resume talks on current program with IMF,2/7/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT  - Sri Lanka is to resume talks with the International Monetary Fund in February when a team is due to visit...,Sri Lanka to resume talks on current program with IMF ECONOMYNEXT  - Sri Lanka is to resume talks with the International Monetary Fund in February when a team is due to visit...,negative,-0.752121627
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields rise on political uncertainty",2/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker on Thursday at 177.75/85 to the US dollar in the spot market and bonds yields ended marg...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields rise on political uncertainty Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker on Thursday at 177.75/85 to the US dollar in the spot market and bonds yields ended marg...",negative,-0.990701556
Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Basel III debentures get 'A(lka)' final rating,2/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT- Ratings agency Fitch awarded Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Plc's seven billion rupee five year Basel III complia...,Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Basel III debentures get 'A(lka)' final rating ECONOMYNEXT- Ratings agency Fitch awarded Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Plc's seven billion rupee five year Basel III complia...,negative,-0.992937386
Sri Lanka’s Teejay Lanka December quarter net profit up 12-pct,2/7/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Teejay Lanka’s net profit rose 12 percent to 551 million rupees in the December 2018 quarter...,Sri Lanka’s Teejay Lanka December quarter net profit up 12-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Teejay Lanka’s net profit rose 12 percent to 551 million rupees in the December 2018 quarter...,negative,-0.92608124
Sri Lanka tourism campaign to go ahead with new promotions head,2/7/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's delayed three billion rupee, three year main tourism promotional campaign is expected to get off the ground ...","Sri Lanka tourism campaign to go ahead with new promotions head Sri Lanka's delayed three billion rupee, three year main tourism promotional campaign is expected to get off the ground ...",negative,-0.994921863
"Sri Lanka Speaker trashes Sirisena’s criticism of CC, HRC",2/7/2019,Political News,Speaker of Sri Lanka’s parliament Karu Jayasuriya Thursday hit back at President Maithripala Sirisena’s sw...,"Sri Lanka Speaker trashes Sirisena’s criticism of CC, HRC Speaker of Sri Lanka’s parliament Karu Jayasuriya Thursday hit back at President Maithripala Sirisena’s sw...",negative,-0.999112189
Sri Lanka’s Haycarb December net profit up 30-pct,2/7/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan coconut shell-based activated carbon maker Haycarb said net profit rose 30 percent to 211 milli...,Sri Lanka’s Haycarb December net profit up 30-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan coconut shell-based activated carbon maker Haycarb said net profit rose 30 percent to 211 milli...,negative,-0.975998104
Sri Lanka awaits nod for delayed tourism zones,2/7/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka is keeping its hopes alive to create tourism zones in Dedduwa, Kuchchaveli and Kalpitiya, with final discussio...","Sri Lanka awaits nod for delayed tourism zones Sri Lanka is keeping its hopes alive to create tourism zones in Dedduwa, Kuchchaveli and Kalpitiya, with final discussio...",positive,0.876003623
Sri Lanka rupee opens wider; bond yields higher,2/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 177.70/80 to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday, after gaining yesterday, while b...","Sri Lanka rupee opens wider; bond yields higher Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 177.70/80 to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday, after gaining yesterday, while b...",negative,-0.674478531
Bank of China loan to Sri Lanka delayed by Lunar New Year,2/7/2019,Economy,Wrapping up a 300 million US dollar loan from the Bank of China had been delayed due to Chinese New Year holidays Treasu...,Bank of China loan to Sri Lanka delayed by Lunar New Year Wrapping up a 300 million US dollar loan from the Bank of China had been delayed due to Chinese New Year holidays Treasu...,negative,-0.997816443
Sri Lanka ATM users asked to use microchip cards amid fraud,2/7/2019,Banking,Users of automatic teller machines have been asked by the central bank to only use cards with embedded microchips to avo...,Sri Lanka ATM users asked to use microchip cards amid fraud Users of automatic teller machines have been asked by the central bank to only use cards with embedded microchips to avo...,negative,-0.99563235
Global stocks struggle amid gloomy German data,2/7/2019,International news,Europe's stock markets struggled to find direction Wednesday as investors digested downbeat German economic data followi...,Global stocks struggle amid gloomy German data Europe's stock markets struggled to find direction Wednesday as investors digested downbeat German economic data followi...,negative,-0.998896599
Sri Lanka plans customs cutter unit amid drug smuggling,2/7/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka is planning to set up a marine customs enforcement unit to combat smuggling amid a rise in drug smuggling, Fin...","Sri Lanka plans customs cutter unit amid drug smuggling Sri Lanka is planning to set up a marine customs enforcement unit to combat smuggling amid a rise in drug smuggling, Fin...",negative,-0.953915417
Trump taps fierce World Bank critic to take its helm,2/7/2019,International news,President Donald Trump on Wednesday tapped a well-known World Bank critic to lead one of the world's primary development...,Trump taps fierce World Bank critic to take its helm President Donald Trump on Wednesday tapped a well-known World Bank critic to lead one of the world's primary development...,positive,0.993403018
President Sirisena slams Sri Lanka’s Human Rights Commission,2/7/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena Wednesday launched a scathing attack on the country’s independent Human ...,President Sirisena slams Sri Lanka’s Human Rights Commission Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena Wednesday launched a scathing attack on the country’s independent Human ...,negative,-0.988984346
Sri Lanka’s 03-month Treasury yield down to 9.55-pct,2/6/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s 03-month Treasury Bill yield fell 06 basis points to 9.55 percent at Wednesdayâ...,Sri Lanka’s 03-month Treasury yield down to 9.55-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s 03-month Treasury Bill yield fell 06 basis points to 9.55 percent at Wednesdayâ...,negative,-0.999317765
Sri Lanka to resume executions within two months: president,2/6/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka will resume hanging of convicted drug criminals within the next two months despite opposition from  local and ...,Sri Lanka to resume executions within two months: president Sri Lanka will resume hanging of convicted drug criminals within the next two months despite opposition from  local and ...,positive,0.981797934
Japanese invest in US$3.9mn hotel in Sri Lanka’s Dambulla,2/6/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – Japanese investors are to build a four-star hotel in Sri Lanka’s Dambulla area at a cost of ...,Japanese invest in US$3.9mn hotel in Sri Lanka’s Dambulla ECONOMYNEXT – Japanese investors are to build a four-star hotel in Sri Lanka’s Dambulla area at a cost of ...,negative,-0.887418032
"Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger, bond yields up",2/6/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 177.55/80 to the US dollar in the spot market, while bond yields were up and stocks...","Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger, bond yields up Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 177.55/80 to the US dollar in the spot market, while bond yields were up and stocks...",negative,-0.943070471
Sri Lankan Chevron unit wins lubricant deals for power sector,2/6/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT- The Sri Lankan unit of Chevron has won several tenders to supply lubricants to state-owned power stations a...,Sri Lankan Chevron unit wins lubricant deals for power sector ECONOMYNEXT- The Sri Lankan unit of Chevron has won several tenders to supply lubricants to state-owned power stations a...,positive,0.994015574
Sri Lanka's United Motors December net profit down 44-pct,2/6/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at United Motors Plc, agents for Mitsubishi automobiles in Sri Lanka, fell 44 percent to 60 millio...","Sri Lanka's United Motors December net profit down 44-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at United Motors Plc, agents for Mitsubishi automobiles in Sri Lanka, fell 44 percent to 60 millio...",negative,-0.999541759
Sri Lanka IOC unit prepared for daily fuel pricing: official,2/6/2019,Energy,"Lanka IOC, a publicly traded unit of the Indian Oil Corporation is ready for daily fuel price adjustments if Sri Lanka m...","Sri Lanka IOC unit prepared for daily fuel pricing: official Lanka IOC, a publicly traded unit of the Indian Oil Corporation is ready for daily fuel price adjustments if Sri Lanka m...",negative,-0.990219057
Sri Lanka rupee opens wider; bond yields flat,2/6/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 178.10/60 to the US dollar in the spot market Wednesday opening slightly wider from Tues...,Sri Lanka rupee opens wider; bond yields flat Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 178.10/60 to the US dollar in the spot market Wednesday opening slightly wider from Tues...,negative,-0.983140409
Sri Lanka’s LVL Energy December quarter net profit down 40-pct,2/6/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s LVL Energy Fund, which operates hydro, wind and thermal power plants, said net profit f...","Sri Lanka’s LVL Energy December quarter net profit down 40-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s LVL Energy Fund, which operates hydro, wind and thermal power plants, said net profit f...",negative,-0.991582811
Emerging economies catching up in smartphone adoption: survey,2/6/2019,International news,"Smartphone use has become the norm in most developed nations, while many emerging economies are showing sharp gains, a g...","Emerging economies catching up in smartphone adoption: survey Smartphone use has become the norm in most developed nations, while many emerging economies are showing sharp gains, a g...",positive,0.994017124
Asia markets up as focus turns to Trump speech,2/6/2019,International news,Shares in Tokyo and Sydney rose Wednesday in another holiday-thinned trading day as investors tracked a positive lead fr...,Asia markets up as focus turns to Trump speech Shares in Tokyo and Sydney rose Wednesday in another holiday-thinned trading day as investors tracked a positive lead fr...,negative,-0.997097731
Sri Lanka price controls causing milk shortages; minister responds with pork tales,2/6/2019,Economy,"Milk powder shortage are emerging in Sri Lanka, a legislator warned as price controls hit suppliers, while a deputy mini...","Sri Lanka price controls causing milk shortages; minister responds with pork tales Milk powder shortage are emerging in Sri Lanka, a legislator warned as price controls hit suppliers, while a deputy mini...",negative,-0.989969432
"Sri Lankan, Maldivian leaders in talks to sort out visa issues",2/5/2019,Political News,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka and the Maldives are to work out ways to resolve visa issues between the two countries af...,"Sri Lankan, Maldivian leaders in talks to sort out visa issues ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka and the Maldives are to work out ways to resolve visa issues between the two countries af...",negative,-0.814173698
Sri Lanka begins budget process for 2019 in parliament,2/5/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has presented an Appropriations Bill, detailing the allocations of funds for ministries and setting borrowing ...","Sri Lanka begins budget process for 2019 in parliament Sri Lanka has presented an Appropriations Bill, detailing the allocations of funds for ministries and setting borrowing ...",positive,0.949514806
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bonds yields ease",2/5/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 178.25/45 to the US dollar in the spot market, while bond yields eased, and stocks fe...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bonds yields ease Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 178.25/45 to the US dollar in the spot market, while bond yields eased, and stocks fe...",negative,-0.990998864
Cayman Island-based The Sri Lanka Fund to be wound up,2/5/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Ceylon Guardian Investment Trust and Ceylon Investment have announced they are considering winding ...,Cayman Island-based The Sri Lanka Fund to be wound up ECONOMYNEXT – Ceylon Guardian Investment Trust and Ceylon Investment have announced they are considering winding ...,negative,-0.995517552
Sri Lanka should consider signing an FTA with EU: diplomat,2/5/2019,Economy,The Sri Lankan government should consider signing a free trade agreement (FTA) to keep preferential market access after ...,Sri Lanka should consider signing an FTA with EU: diplomat The Sri Lankan government should consider signing a free trade agreement (FTA) to keep preferential market access after ...,negative,-0.991598606
"Sri Lanka hikes maize taxes, no plans yet to expand import quota",2/5/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka has no plans yet to expand an import quota for maize based on current reports of crop damage by an infestation...,"Sri Lanka hikes maize taxes, no plans yet to expand import quota Sri Lanka has no plans yet to expand an import quota for maize based on current reports of crop damage by an infestation...",negative,-0.997003973
"Australia central bank cuts growth outlook, holds rates",2/5/2019,International news,"Australia's central bank cut its economic growth forecasts and kept interest rates at a record low Tuesday, as house pri...","Australia central bank cuts growth outlook, holds rates Australia's central bank cut its economic growth forecasts and kept interest rates at a record low Tuesday, as house pri...",negative,-0.988103449
Fitch expects fewer 'AAA(lka)' firms after Sri Lanka rating scale revision,2/5/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – Fitch Ratings said it expects fewer 'AAA(lka)' rated Sri Lankan issuers after its planned recalibra...,Fitch expects fewer 'AAA(lka)' firms after Sri Lanka rating scale revision ECONOMYNEXT – Fitch Ratings said it expects fewer 'AAA(lka)' rated Sri Lankan issuers after its planned recalibra...,negative,-0.998385787
Sri Lanka's Alumex makes Rs 63mn loss in December quarter,2/5/2019,Business,"ECONOMYNEXT – Alumex, the aluminium extrusions subsidiary of Sri Lanka's Hayleys group, said it lost 63.4 million...","Sri Lanka's Alumex makes Rs 63mn loss in December quarter ECONOMYNEXT – Alumex, the aluminium extrusions subsidiary of Sri Lanka's Hayleys group, said it lost 63.4 million...",negative,-0.999600351
Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly weaker; bond yields ease,2/5/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 177.20/50 Monday soon after opening, slightly weaker from Friday's close, while bond yie...","Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly weaker; bond yields ease Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 177.20/50 Monday soon after opening, slightly weaker from Friday's close, while bond yie...",negative,-0.989151239
Colombo Dockyard gets US$3mn deal for Sri Lanka Ports Authority pilot boats,2/5/2019,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT - Colombo Dockyard has won a 3.12 million US dollar order to build two pilot boats for the Sri Lanka Ports A...,Colombo Dockyard gets US$3mn deal for Sri Lanka Ports Authority pilot boats ECONOMYNEXT - Colombo Dockyard has won a 3.12 million US dollar order to build two pilot boats for the Sri Lanka Ports A...,negative,-0.931068182
World Bank leadership search likely to end with US candidate -- again,2/5/2019,International news,The search for a new leader for one of the most high-profile global organizations begins Thursday and seems likely to en...,World Bank leadership search likely to end with US candidate -- again The search for a new leader for one of the most high-profile global organizations begins Thursday and seems likely to en...,negative,-0.874514282
Foreign holdings of Sri Lanka rupee bonds slightly up,2/5/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Rupee denominated bonds held by foreign investors rose slightly to 151.1 billion rupees by January 30, up from 150.1 bil...","Foreign holdings of Sri Lanka rupee bonds slightly up Rupee denominated bonds held by foreign investors rose slightly to 151.1 billion rupees by January 30, up from 150.1 bil...",negative,-0.970920324
Sri Lanka President objects to ‘national government’ move,2/4/2019,Political News,President Maithripala Sirisena marked the country’s independence anniversary by attacking his cohabitation admini...,Sri Lanka President objects to ‘national government’ move President Maithripala Sirisena marked the country’s independence anniversary by attacking his cohabitation admini...,negative,-0.997462153
Sri Lanka skipper says battered team will bounce back in SAfrica,2/4/2019,Culture,Sri Lankan skipper Dinesh Chandimal insisted Monday his battered team can lift their game and be competitive on the upco...,Sri Lanka skipper says battered team will bounce back in SAfrica Sri Lankan skipper Dinesh Chandimal insisted Monday his battered team can lift their game and be competitive on the upco...,positive,0.608470321
Sri Lanka President pushes agrarianism,2/4/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena called to build an economy based on agriculture as the island commemorated ga...,Sri Lanka President pushes agrarianism Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena called to build an economy based on agriculture as the island commemorated ga...,positive,0.954912007
Sri Lanka Rajapaksa relative set for trial over money laundering in US,2/3/2019,Legal,"Former ambassador to Washington Jaliya Wickramasuriya, a close relative of former president Mahinda Rajapaksa, pleaded n...","Sri Lanka Rajapaksa relative set for trial over money laundering in US Former ambassador to Washington Jaliya Wickramasuriya, a close relative of former president Mahinda Rajapaksa, pleaded n...",negative,-0.975712478
Sri Lanka's Rs. 6.5bn Cinnamon Red Kandy to open by end-2020,2/2/2019,Business,"Cinnamon, the hotel chain of Sri Lanka's John Keells Group, will open a 6.5 billion rupee lean luxury hotel in Kandy as ...","Sri Lanka's Rs. 6.5bn Cinnamon Red Kandy to open by end-2020 Cinnamon, the hotel chain of Sri Lanka's John Keells Group, will open a 6.5 billion rupee lean luxury hotel in Kandy as ...",positive,0.995128155
Goldman Sachs may yank top execs' bonuses over 1MDB scandal,2/2/2019,International news,Investment bank Goldman Sachs said Friday it could withhold multi-million-dollar bonuses for former CEO Lloyd Blankfein ...,Goldman Sachs may yank top execs' bonuses over 1MDB scandal Investment bank Goldman Sachs said Friday it could withhold multi-million-dollar bonuses for former CEO Lloyd Blankfein ...,negative,-0.995880842
Australia declare at 534 for five against Sri Lanka,2/2/2019,Culture,"Australia declared their first innings at 534 for five in the second Test against Sri Lanka on Saturday, with Kurtis Pat...","Australia declare at 534 for five against Sri Lanka Australia declared their first innings at 534 for five in the second Test against Sri Lanka on Saturday, with Kurtis Pat...",negative,-0.842502832
Sri Lanka Telecom outsourcing faulted by parliament oversight committee,2/2/2019,Economy,"A parliamentary oversight committee has criticised Sri Lanka Telecom, the island’s main fixed line operator, for ...","Sri Lanka Telecom outsourcing faulted by parliament oversight committee A parliamentary oversight committee has criticised Sri Lanka Telecom, the island’s main fixed line operator, for ...",negative,-0.998840868
Credit risks high in Sri Lankan banks: S&P,2/1/2019,Banking,"ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lankan banks have high credit risks due to slow economic growth, high credit growth and lax lending sta...","Credit risks high in Sri Lankan banks: S&P ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lankan banks have high credit risks due to slow economic growth, high credit growth and lax lending sta...",negative,-0.993485034
"Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger, bond yields flat",2/1/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 176.80/10 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields were flat...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger, bond yields flat Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 176.80/10 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields were flat...",negative,-0.997689724
Inflation in Sri Lankan capital Colombo rises to 3.7-pct in January,2/1/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Consumer inflation in the Sri Lankan capital Colombo rose to a four-month high of 3.7 percent in Ja...,Inflation in Sri Lankan capital Colombo rises to 3.7-pct in January ECONOMYNEXT – Consumer inflation in the Sri Lankan capital Colombo rose to a four-month high of 3.7 percent in Ja...,negative,-0.979288161
Sri Lanka Freedom Party regional convention backs Sirisena for presidential poll,2/1/2019,Political News,The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) Anuradhapura Convention has nominated President Maithripala Sirisena as the partyââ‚...,Sri Lanka Freedom Party regional convention backs Sirisena for presidential poll The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) Anuradhapura Convention has nominated President Maithripala Sirisena as the partyââ‚...,negative,-0.814633906
Sri Lanka maize forecast lowered 17-pct after Armyworm attack,2/1/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's forecasted maize harvest for the main Maha cultivation season has been lowered to 200,000 metric tonnes due ...","Sri Lanka maize forecast lowered 17-pct after Armyworm attack Sri Lanka's forecasted maize harvest for the main Maha cultivation season has been lowered to 200,000 metric tonnes due ...",negative,-0.996403575
"China vows increased US imports, IP protection at trade talks",2/1/2019,International news,China agreed to increase imports of US goods and boost cooperation on protecting intellectual property during trade talk...,"China vows increased US imports, IP protection at trade talks China agreed to increase imports of US goods and boost cooperation on protecting intellectual property during trade talk...",positive,0.992738187
"Cut costs, draw investors with ‘green’ reporting, Sri Lankan firms told",2/1/2019,Environment,"Sustainability reporting, in which companies communicate their impacts on issues like climate change, can help Sri Lanka...","Cut costs, draw investors with ‘green’ reporting, Sri Lankan firms told Sustainability reporting, in which companies communicate their impacts on issues like climate change, can help Sri Lanka...",positive,0.513103187
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields ease",2/1/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 177.90/10 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields eased and...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields ease Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 177.90/10 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields eased and...",positive,0.975070238
"US, China hail major 'progress' in trade talks",2/1/2019,International news,The United States and China said their trade war negotiations resulted in major progress as the clock ticks on a March d...,"US, China hail major 'progress' in trade talks The United States and China said their trade war negotiations resulted in major progress as the clock ticks on a March d...",positive,0.986090779
Sri Lanka IOC unit hit by ad hoc price cuts; formula not cost reflective,2/1/2019,Energy,"LankaIOC, a publicly traded unit of Indian Oil Corporation is expecting better results in the March 2019 quarter after b...","Sri Lanka IOC unit hit by ad hoc price cuts; formula not cost reflective LankaIOC, a publicly traded unit of Indian Oil Corporation is expecting better results in the March 2019 quarter after b...",negative,-0.999104559
Sri Lanka soft drink maker sees volumes plunge 23-pct,2/1/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings group, which makes Elephant House branded soft drinks said sales of soft drinks plunge ...","Sri Lanka soft drink maker sees volumes plunge 23-pct Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings group, which makes Elephant House branded soft drinks said sales of soft drinks plunge ...",negative,-0.994389832
Wall Street clocks biggest January gain in 30-years but worries over European stocks,2/1/2019,International news,"Wall Street stocks finished a banner month on a mostly positive note Thursday on optimism over US-China trade relations,...","Wall Street clocks biggest January gain in 30-years but worries over European stocks Wall Street stocks finished a banner month on a mostly positive note Thursday on optimism over US-China trade relations,...",positive,0.996174812
Sri Lanka's JKH net up 7-pct in Dec quarter,2/1/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings, which has operations in logistics, leisure, consumer goods and financial services said...","Sri Lanka's JKH net up 7-pct in Dec quarter Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings, which has operations in logistics, leisure, consumer goods and financial services said...",negative,-0.871428788
"Sri Lankan stocks close down, foreign buying in Lion Brewery",1/31/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan stocks closed lower Thursday in thin trade with foreign buying seen in The Lion Brewery,...","Sri Lankan stocks close down, foreign buying in Lion Brewery ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan stocks closed lower Thursday in thin trade with foreign buying seen in The Lion Brewery,...",negative,-0.999215484
Strategic partner for SriLankan suggested by committee,1/31/2019,Aviation,An expert committee appointed by President Maithripala Sirisena had suggested finding a strategic partner to make the ai...,Strategic partner for SriLankan suggested by committee An expert committee appointed by President Maithripala Sirisena had suggested finding a strategic partner to make the ai...,positive,0.924308717
"Sri Lanka Customs gets new chief, unions discuss future action",1/31/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – A senior Sri Lankan finance ministry official has been appointed as acting director general of the ...,"Sri Lanka Customs gets new chief, unions discuss future action ECONOMYNEXT – A senior Sri Lankan finance ministry official has been appointed as acting director general of the ...",positive,0.970342517
New Sri Lanka shipping policy sees lower dependence on Indian cargo,1/31/2019,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s new national policy for its maritime and logistics sectors foresees reduced depe...,New Sri Lanka shipping policy sees lower dependence on Indian cargo ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s new national policy for its maritime and logistics sectors foresees reduced depe...,negative,-0.930073678
Sri Lanka trying to reduce delays at international airport,1/31/2019,Aviation,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan Minister  of Transport and Civil Aviation Arjuna Ranatunga said new measures were being ...,Sri Lanka trying to reduce delays at international airport ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan Minister  of Transport and Civil Aviation Arjuna Ranatunga said new measures were being ...,negative,-0.986345828
Sri Lanka Fitch rates DFCC's debt at 'AA-(lka)(EXP)',1/31/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Fitch Ratings said it has assigned DFCC Bank's proposed Sri Lanka rupee-denominated senior debentures an e...,Sri Lanka Fitch rates DFCC's debt at 'AA-(lka)(EXP)' ECONOMYNEXT - Fitch Ratings said it has assigned DFCC Bank's proposed Sri Lanka rupee-denominated senior debentures an e...,negative,-0.994278789
Rams of gold fuel French Guiana's ruthless jungle economy,1/31/2019,International news,"Apatou, France | AFP | Thursday - Honda all-terrain vehicles have replaced mules as the beast of burden of choice, but t...","Rams of gold fuel French Guiana's ruthless jungle economy Apatou, France | AFP | Thursday - Honda all-terrain vehicles have replaced mules as the beast of burden of choice, but t...",negative,-0.990316451
Sri Lanka's Asian Hotels and Properties December quarter net down 20-pct,1/31/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Asian Hotels and Properties, the city hotel and property development arm of John Keells Holding...","Sri Lanka's Asian Hotels and Properties December quarter net down 20-pct ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Asian Hotels and Properties, the city hotel and property development arm of John Keells Holding...",negative,-0.994117618
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields flat",1/31/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee opened slightly weaker at 179.35/71 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond market ...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields flat Sri Lanka's rupee opened slightly weaker at 179.35/71 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond market ...",negative,-0.999099255
"US, China resume trade talks with a chill in the air",1/31/2019,International news,"Top US and Chinese trade officials returned to the bargaining table Wednesday, working to avoid a sharp escalation in th...","US, China resume trade talks with a chill in the air Top US and Chinese trade officials returned to the bargaining table Wednesday, working to avoid a sharp escalation in th...",negative,-0.961155117
"Sri Lanka poultry groups warns of weakening demand, Fall Armyworm",1/31/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's Ceylon Grain Elevators Plc, a feed milling and poultry group warned that demand for meat was weakening amid ...","Sri Lanka poultry groups warns of weakening demand, Fall Armyworm Sri Lanka's Ceylon Grain Elevators Plc, a feed milling and poultry group warned that demand for meat was weakening amid ...",negative,-0.999060452
"Asian markets rally, dollar down as Fed signals slower rate hikes",1/31/2019,International news,Asian equities rallied and the dollar extended losses after the Federal Reserve signalled it would slow down its pace of...,"Asian markets rally, dollar down as Fed signals slower rate hikes Asian equities rallied and the dollar extended losses after the Federal Reserve signalled it would slow down its pace of...",negative,-0.998798251
Sri Lanka’s Dipped Products December profits double amid capital gain,1/31/2019,Business,Sri Lankan glove maker Dipped Products said net profit shot up 266 percent to 766 million rupees in the December 2018 qu...,Sri Lanka’s Dipped Products December profits double amid capital gain Sri Lankan glove maker Dipped Products said net profit shot up 266 percent to 766 million rupees in the December 2018 qu...,negative,-0.959229767
Sri Lanka customs officers against ex-Navy officer as new chief,1/30/2019,Economy,Some officers are of Sri Lanka Customs are opposing a proposed appointment of an ex-Navy officer as director general and...,Sri Lanka customs officers against ex-Navy officer as new chief Some officers are of Sri Lanka Customs are opposing a proposed appointment of an ex-Navy officer as director general and...,negative,-0.928644776
Sri Lanka apparel exports cross US$5bn with record US holiday season,1/30/2019,Apparel,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's garment and textile exports in 2018 had grown 5 percent from a year earlier to 5 billion US dol...,Sri Lanka apparel exports cross US$5bn with record US holiday season ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's garment and textile exports in 2018 had grown 5 percent from a year earlier to 5 billion US dol...,positive,0.923753262
Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury yield down to 10.69-pct,1/30/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s one-year Treasury Bill yield edged down one basis point to 10.69 percent at Wedn...,Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury yield down to 10.69-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s one-year Treasury Bill yield edged down one basis point to 10.69 percent at Wedn...,negative,-0.993650734
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Cold Stores December net profit down 38-pct,1/30/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's Ceylon Cold Stores fell 38 percent to 351 million rupees in the December 2018 quart...,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Cold Stores December net profit down 38-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's Ceylon Cold Stores fell 38 percent to 351 million rupees in the December 2018 quart...,negative,-0.999418736
US Federal Reserve to remain patient on interest rates,1/30/2019,International news,The Federal Reserve will make its first interest rate announcement of the year on Wednesday but almost certainly will ma...,US Federal Reserve to remain patient on interest rates The Federal Reserve will make its first interest rate announcement of the year on Wednesday but almost certainly will ma...,positive,0.836124361
Highest marine microplastic pollution in seas off Sri Lanka's North West: study,1/30/2019,Environment,Researchers have found the highest level of pollution by microplastic particles in the coastal waters off Sri Lanka's No...,Highest marine microplastic pollution in seas off Sri Lanka's North West: study Researchers have found the highest level of pollution by microplastic particles in the coastal waters off Sri Lanka's No...,negative,-0.870900691
Huawei charm offensive runs into buzzsaw of US charges,1/30/2019,International news,"Fraud, obstruction of justice and cloak-and-dagger trade theft -- a US rap sheet alleging systematic skullduggery by Chi...","Huawei charm offensive runs into buzzsaw of US charges Fraud, obstruction of justice and cloak-and-dagger trade theft -- a US rap sheet alleging systematic skullduggery by Chi...",negative,-0.998253047
"Sri Lanka rupee steady, bonds yields fall in active trade",1/30/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 180.80/10 to the US dollars in the spot market in morning trade, after strengthening yes...","Sri Lanka rupee steady, bonds yields fall in active trade Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 180.80/10 to the US dollars in the spot market in morning trade, after strengthening yes...",negative,-0.907538891
Sri Lanka John Keells Hotels December net down 11-pct,1/30/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s John Keells Hotels said net profit fell 11 percent to 182 million rupees in the ...,Sri Lanka John Keells Hotels December net down 11-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s John Keells Hotels said net profit fell 11 percent to 182 million rupees in the ...,negative,-0.999078512
Sri Lanka’s Fintrex Finance to focus on lending to entrepreneurs,1/30/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka’s Fintrex Finance, owned by Bluestone Capital, a private equity and venture capital company, is priorit...","Sri Lanka’s Fintrex Finance to focus on lending to entrepreneurs Sri Lanka’s Fintrex Finance, owned by Bluestone Capital, a private equity and venture capital company, is priorit...",negative,-0.82874006
"Pound stable after Brexit drop, Asia stocks mixed before trade talks",1/30/2019,International news,The pound ticked up slightly in Asia on Wednesday after suffering heavy losses on worries about a possible no-deal Brexi...,"Pound stable after Brexit drop, Asia stocks mixed before trade talks The pound ticked up slightly in Asia on Wednesday after suffering heavy losses on worries about a possible no-deal Brexi...",negative,-0.961565256
Sri Lanka PM delays board appointments of tourism agencies,1/30/2019,Political News,Planned new appointments to the board of state tourism agencies were delayed Tuesday pending approval by Prime Minister ...,Sri Lanka PM delays board appointments of tourism agencies Planned new appointments to the board of state tourism agencies were delayed Tuesday pending approval by Prime Minister ...,negative,-0.996679425
Sri Lanka to review proposed port tariff hike after protests,1/29/2019,Logistics,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka has appointed a committee to review a hike in port charges proposed in late 2018, and no change ...","Sri Lanka to review proposed port tariff hike after protests ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka has appointed a committee to review a hike in port charges proposed in late 2018, and no change ...",negative,-0.949428499
Sri Lanka Sampath Bank says fraud happened 'few months back',1/29/2019,Banking,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Sampath Bank has confirmed a media report about a fraud at the bank, saying it o...","Sri Lanka Sampath Bank says fraud happened 'few months back' ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Sampath Bank has confirmed a media report about a fraud at the bank, saying it o...",negative,-0.990839064
Sri Lanka awaits armyworm damage report to relax maize imports,1/29/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka may relax import quotas for maize, after assessing crop damage by an infestation of Fall Armyworm in the ongoi...","Sri Lanka awaits armyworm damage report to relax maize imports Sri Lanka may relax import quotas for maize, after assessing crop damage by an infestation of Fall Armyworm in the ongoi...",negative,-0.998164952
Sri Lanka brushmaker’s December profit down 53-pct,1/29/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - BPPL Holdings Plc, a Sri Lanka-based brush maker, said net profit fell 53 percent to 54 million rupees in ...","Sri Lanka brushmaker’s December profit down 53-pct ECONOMYNEXT - BPPL Holdings Plc, a Sri Lanka-based brush maker, said net profit fell 53 percent to 54 million rupees in ...",negative,-0.99939537
New marine fish species believed found off Sri Lanka,1/29/2019,Environment,New species of marine and new records of marine fish including rays and skates may have been discovered by researchers f...,New marine fish species believed found off Sri Lanka New species of marine and new records of marine fish including rays and skates may have been discovered by researchers f...,positive,0.788859546
"For bruised Apple, a need to go beyond the iPhone",1/29/2019,International news,"San Francisco, United States | AFP | Tuesday - Apple is aiming to show it can do more than just make iPhones in a quarte...","For bruised Apple, a need to go beyond the iPhone San Francisco, United States | AFP | Tuesday - Apple is aiming to show it can do more than just make iPhones in a quarte...",negative,-0.985438943
"Sri Lanka’s NDB Investment Bank sees big transactions in Bangladesh, Maldives",1/29/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s NDB Investment Bank (NDBIB) said it handled 60 billion rupees in capital raising...,"Sri Lanka’s NDB Investment Bank sees big transactions in Bangladesh, Maldives ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s NDB Investment Bank (NDBIB) said it handled 60 billion rupees in capital raising...",positive,0.714289427
"Sri Lanka computer literacy falls amid shift to smartphones, tablets",1/29/2019,ICT,ECONOMYNEXT- Computer literacy in Sri Lanka had fallen while digital literacy has increased in the first half of 2018 fr...,"Sri Lanka computer literacy falls amid shift to smartphones, tablets ECONOMYNEXT- Computer literacy in Sri Lanka had fallen while digital literacy has increased in the first half of 2018 fr...",negative,-0.999216795
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields wide",1/29/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened slightly weaker at 181.60/80 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields ...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields wide Sri Lanka's rupee opened slightly weaker at 181.60/80 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bond yields ...",negative,-0.996141613
Asian markets sink with Wall St as Huawei hangs over trade talks,1/29/2019,International news,"Hong Kong, China | AFP | Tuesday - Asian markets fell Tuesday as the charging of Chinese giant Huawei in the US cast a s...","Asian markets sink with Wall St as Huawei hangs over trade talks Hong Kong, China | AFP | Tuesday - Asian markets fell Tuesday as the charging of Chinese giant Huawei in the US cast a s...",negative,-0.99965322
Can you hear me now? Fed's Powell learns to communicate,1/29/2019,International news,"Explaining the nuance of monetary policy to the public is always a challenge, but Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell...","Can you hear me now? Fed's Powell learns to communicate Explaining the nuance of monetary policy to the public is always a challenge, but Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell...",positive,0.828039229
Wage hike may cost Sri Lanka tea firms Rs350mn upwards,1/29/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's publicly traded commercial farms which grow tea, rubber and oil palm, saw prices fall after a new pay deal w...","Wage hike may cost Sri Lanka tea firms Rs350mn upwards Sri Lanka's publicly traded commercial farms which grow tea, rubber and oil palm, saw prices fall after a new pay deal w...",negative,-0.99952507
"Sri Lankan Airlines needs debt restructuring, raising capital: committee",1/28/2019,Aviation,A committee appointed by President Maithripala Sirisena has recommended debt re-structuring and capital raising as the b...,"Sri Lankan Airlines needs debt restructuring, raising capital: committee A committee appointed by President Maithripala Sirisena has recommended debt re-structuring and capital raising as the b...",negative,-0.84907043
"Sri Lanka rupees closes firmer, stocks down",1/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 181.55/65 to the US dollar in the spot market Monday, while bond yields were largel...","Sri Lanka rupees closes firmer, stocks down Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 181.55/65 to the US dollar in the spot market Monday, while bond yields were largel...",negative,-0.995725751
Sri Lanka polls chief threatens to quit over vote delays,1/28/2019,Political News,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's independent election chief Monday threatened to quit without holding the presidential ballot d...,Sri Lanka polls chief threatens to quit over vote delays ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's independent election chief Monday threatened to quit without holding the presidential ballot d...,negative,-0.999587595
"Sri Lanka’s November trade gap narrows, imports fall",1/28/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT – A sharp slowdown in spending on imports, especially cars, helped narrow Sri Lanka’s trade de...","Sri Lanka’s November trade gap narrows, imports fall ECONOMYNEXT – A sharp slowdown in spending on imports, especially cars, helped narrow Sri Lanka’s trade de...",negative,-0.997855842
Australian Stabicraft boats to strengthen Sri Lanka Coast Guard fleet,1/28/2019,Defence,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Coast Guard has taken delivery of three Port class Stabicraft vessels gifted by ...,Australian Stabicraft boats to strengthen Sri Lanka Coast Guard fleet ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Coast Guard has taken delivery of three Port class Stabicraft vessels gifted by ...,positive,0.920346141
"Demand for small cars, homes to rise as Sri Lanka govt widens soft loan scheme",1/28/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government has decided to widen its Enterprise Sri Lanka concessionary loan sche...,"Demand for small cars, homes to rise as Sri Lanka govt widens soft loan scheme ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government has decided to widen its Enterprise Sri Lanka concessionary loan sche...",negative,-0.80496949
IOC Sri Lanka unit December quarter loss widens to Rs987mn,1/28/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Losses at Indian Oil Corporation’s Sri Lankan unit widened sharply to 987 million rupees in ...,IOC Sri Lanka unit December quarter loss widens to Rs987mn ECONOMYNEXT – Losses at Indian Oil Corporation’s Sri Lankan unit widened sharply to 987 million rupees in ...,negative,-0.995842993
India funds for Sri Lanka railways climb to US$1.3bn,1/28/2019,Ground,"Sri Lanka is beginning to commission diesel multiple units supplied under a 100 million dollar credit line from India, w...","India funds for Sri Lanka railways climb to US$1.3bn Sri Lanka is beginning to commission diesel multiple units supplied under a 100 million dollar credit line from India, w...",negative,-0.990626216
"Sri Lanka rupee wider, bond market quiet in early trading",1/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 181.50/70 to the US dollar in the spot market in mid-morning trade Monday, while bond ma...","Sri Lanka rupee wider, bond market quiet in early trading Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 181.50/70 to the US dollar in the spot market in mid-morning trade Monday, while bond ma...",negative,-0.979819238
Most Asian markets climb at start of crunch week,1/28/2019,International news,Asian markets mostly rose Monday as investors look ahead to a week chock-full of crucial events including the high-level...,Most Asian markets climb at start of crunch week Asian markets mostly rose Monday as investors look ahead to a week chock-full of crucial events including the high-level...,positive,0.807407916
"Sri Lanka car registrations fell sharply amid currency, political crises",1/28/2019,Economy,New vehicle registrations had fallen sharply November and December when a political crisis gripped Sri Lanka and the rup...,"Sri Lanka car registrations fell sharply amid currency, political crises New vehicle registrations had fallen sharply November and December when a political crisis gripped Sri Lanka and the rup...",negative,-0.999610245
The Fed's balance sheet puzzle,1/28/2019,International news,"""Stop with the 50 B's""! President Donald Trump's cryptic exhortation on Twitter recently has shone a spotlight on a comp...","The Fed's balance sheet puzzle ""Stop with the 50 B's""! President Donald Trump's cryptic exhortation on Twitter recently has shone a spotlight on a comp...",positive,0.996906459
What went wrong; Sri Lanka's illiberal economics and unsound money : Bellwether,1/28/2019,Bellwether,Sri Lanka's United National Party has well and truly lost its reputation for economic management during three and a half...,What went wrong; Sri Lanka's illiberal economics and unsound money : Bellwether Sri Lanka's United National Party has well and truly lost its reputation for economic management during three and a half...,negative,-0.999453485
Businesses struggle as cracks appear in China's economy,1/27/2019,International news,"Cracks are opening in China's mighty economy: investors are backing away from deals, factories are moving abroad and com...","Businesses struggle as cracks appear in China's economy Cracks are opening in China's mighty economy: investors are backing away from deals, factories are moving abroad and com...",negative,-0.954602301
Sri Lanka tightens capital account to maintain soft-peg,1/27/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka has slashed the volume of Treasury bill allowed to be held by foreign investor to 10 percent of total outstand...,Sri Lanka tightens capital account to maintain soft-peg Sri Lanka has slashed the volume of Treasury bill allowed to be held by foreign investor to 10 percent of total outstand...,negative,-0.999116004
Sri Lanka ex-envoy to face first court hearing in US,1/27/2019,Political News,Former ambassador to Washington Jaliya Wickramasuriya is likely to be brought before a judge this week making him the fi...,Sri Lanka ex-envoy to face first court hearing in US Former ambassador to Washington Jaliya Wickramasuriya is likely to be brought before a judge this week making him the fi...,positive,0.956663489
"Sri Lanka tea plantations, unions agree on pay deal",1/26/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's publicly traded tea farms and trade unions have agreed to a new pay deal involving a daily wage of 750 rupee...,"Sri Lanka tea plantations, unions agree on pay deal Sri Lanka's publicly traded tea farms and trade unions have agreed to a new pay deal involving a daily wage of 750 rupee...",negative,-0.823487699
Germany should phase out coal mining by 2038: commission,1/26/2019,International news,"Germany should end all coal mining for electricity production by 2038, a government-appointed commission said Saturday, ...","Germany should phase out coal mining by 2038: commission Germany should end all coal mining for electricity production by 2038, a government-appointed commission said Saturday, ...",negative,-0.99106127
Sri Lanka hospital upgrade with ING Bank credit,1/26/2019,Economy,ING Bank NV will provide 75 percent of a 54.4 million Euro upgrade of hospitals in Northern Sri Lanka under an export cr...,Sri Lanka hospital upgrade with ING Bank credit ING Bank NV will provide 75 percent of a 54.4 million Euro upgrade of hospitals in Northern Sri Lanka under an export cr...,positive,0.929416358
"Pope defends migrants, marginalized, at Panama meeting with young",1/26/2019,International news,"Pope Francis railed Friday against the marginalization of convicts and others who society has deemed ""sinners,"" and stau...","Pope defends migrants, marginalized, at Panama meeting with young Pope Francis railed Friday against the marginalization of convicts and others who society has deemed ""sinners,"" and stau...",positive,0.909155726
"Sri Lanka SOE sells Zircon, mineral sands",1/26/2019,Business,"State-run Lanka Mineral Sands will sell 40,000 metric tonnes of non-magnetic heavy mineral concentrate to Alchemy Heavy ...","Sri Lanka SOE sells Zircon, mineral sands State-run Lanka Mineral Sands will sell 40,000 metric tonnes of non-magnetic heavy mineral concentrate to Alchemy Heavy ...",negative,-0.979402423
Foreign investors resume purchases of Sri Lanka rupee bonds,1/26/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Foreign investor have bought 4.7 billion rupees of bonds on a net basis in the week ending January 23, halting a months ...","Foreign investors resume purchases of Sri Lanka rupee bonds Foreign investor have bought 4.7 billion rupees of bonds on a net basis in the week ending January 23, halting a months ...",negative,-0.995958626
"Sri Lankan stocks, bond yields rise",1/25/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan stocks closed higher Friday with foreign buying in Vallibel Finance and selling in John ...,"Sri Lankan stocks, bond yields rise ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan stocks closed higher Friday with foreign buying in Vallibel Finance and selling in John ...",positive,0.543564975
Cummins strikes late as Australia close in on Sri Lanka,1/25/2019,Culture,"Brisbane, Australia | AFP | Friday - Half-centuries from Travis Head and Marnus Labuschagne and a last-ball strike by Pa...","Cummins strikes late as Australia close in on Sri Lanka Brisbane, Australia | AFP | Friday - Half-centuries from Travis Head and Marnus Labuschagne and a last-ball strike by Pa...",positive,0.993540466
Two Sri Lankan UN peacekeepers killed by mine in Mali,1/25/2019,Defence,"Bamako, Mali | AFP | Friday - Two UN peacekeepers from Sri Lanka died and several were wounded on Friday in central Mali...","Two Sri Lankan UN peacekeepers killed by mine in Mali Bamako, Mali | AFP | Friday - Two UN peacekeepers from Sri Lanka died and several were wounded on Friday in central Mali...",negative,-0.992745697
Sri Lankan president calls for funding for countries facing climate change impact,1/25/2019,Political News,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka Maithripala Sirisena has called for an international funding mechanism to support countri...,Sri Lankan president calls for funding for countries facing climate change impact ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka Maithripala Sirisena has called for an international funding mechanism to support countri...,negative,-0.953593254
Sri Lanka Telecom to borrow from local banks to rollover debt: Fitch,1/25/2019,ICT,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka Telecom, the island’s main fixed line telco, is likely to borrow from local banks ...","Sri Lanka Telecom to borrow from local banks to rollover debt: Fitch ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka Telecom, the island’s main fixed line telco, is likely to borrow from local banks ...",negative,-0.994692385
"Sri Lanka BOI, coast regulator to speed up investment approvals",1/25/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s investment promotion agency and the coastal regulator are to work closely togeth...,"Sri Lanka BOI, coast regulator to speed up investment approvals ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s investment promotion agency and the coastal regulator are to work closely togeth...",positive,0.948391378
Sri Lankan stocks rise in early trade,1/25/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan stocks opened higher Friday with the benchmark All Share Price index pushed up by gains ...,Sri Lankan stocks rise in early trade ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan stocks opened higher Friday with the benchmark All Share Price index pushed up by gains ...,positive,0.594172478
Is the world ready for the 'digital transformation'?,1/25/2019,International news,"Davos, Switzerland | AFP | The annual business rendezvous in Davos is a hothouse of insider tech jargon, but this year's...","Is the world ready for the 'digital transformation'? Davos, Switzerland | AFP | The annual business rendezvous in Davos is a hothouse of insider tech jargon, but this year's...",positive,0.942709506
Political crisis seen delaying Iluka mining investment in Sri Lanka,1/25/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT - Australian mineral sands miner Iluka Resources Ltd. has said Sri Lanka’s recent political crisis co...,Political crisis seen delaying Iluka mining investment in Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT - Australian mineral sands miner Iluka Resources Ltd. has said Sri Lanka’s recent political crisis co...,negative,-0.995976865
Euro retreats on dovish ECB; Stocks are mixed,1/25/2019,International news,"The euro tumbled against the dollar Thursday following a dovish European Central Bank announcement, while US stocks were...","Euro retreats on dovish ECB; Stocks are mixed The euro tumbled against the dollar Thursday following a dovish European Central Bank announcement, while US stocks were...",negative,-0.998301208
Sri Lanka wants South Asia trade integration as soft-peg trigger import controls,1/25/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka wants greater trade liberalization and trust among South Asian economies to accelerate development and reduce ...,Sri Lanka wants South Asia trade integration as soft-peg trigger import controls Sri Lanka wants greater trade liberalization and trust among South Asian economies to accelerate development and reduce ...,negative,-0.964971125
Sri Lanka minister says 'yellow vest' carbon tax may be lifted,1/24/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's power minister Ravi Karunanayake has told reporters that a controversial carbon tax slammed in the style of ...,Sri Lanka minister says 'yellow vest' carbon tax may be lifted Sri Lanka's power minister Ravi Karunanayake has told reporters that a controversial carbon tax slammed in the style of ...,negative,-0.99610585
LSE’s Sri Lankan trade-matching technology for cryptocurrency exchange,1/24/2019,ICT,ECONOMYNEXT – London Stock Exchange (LSE) group said its trade-matching technology developed by its Sri Lankan un...,LSE’s Sri Lankan trade-matching technology for cryptocurrency exchange ECONOMYNEXT – London Stock Exchange (LSE) group said its trade-matching technology developed by its Sri Lankan un...,negative,-0.946700811
Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka's HDFC Bank,1/24/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's HDFC, a majority state-run has been downgraded by  Fitch, a credit rating agency to BB+ (lka) with a stable ...","Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka's HDFC Bank Sri Lanka's HDFC, a majority state-run has been downgraded by  Fitch, a credit rating agency to BB+ (lka) with a stable ...",positive,0.928912878
Sri Lanka's finance ministry calls for budget proposals,1/24/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Finance has invited proposals from the public for the governmentââ‚...,Sri Lanka's finance ministry calls for budget proposals ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Finance has invited proposals from the public for the governmentââ‚...,negative,-0.570371151
Sri Lanka Maha paddy output projected at 2.5mn tonnes,1/24/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka is expected to produce about 2.55 million tonnes of rough rice in the main Maha cultivation season that is now...,Sri Lanka Maha paddy output projected at 2.5mn tonnes Sri Lanka is expected to produce about 2.55 million tonnes of rough rice in the main Maha cultivation season that is now...,negative,-0.989312589
"Sri Lanka rupee opens marginally weaker, bonds quiet",1/24/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 182.25/35 to the US dollars in the spot market in mid-morning trade Thursday, slightly w...","Sri Lanka rupee opens marginally weaker, bonds quiet Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 182.25/35 to the US dollars in the spot market in mid-morning trade Thursday, slightly w...",negative,-0.993485391
"Sri Lanka’s Singer Finance Dec profit growth flat, deposits fall",1/24/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s Singer Finance reported net profit growth for the December 2018 quarter was flat at 131...,"Sri Lanka’s Singer Finance Dec profit growth flat, deposits fall ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s Singer Finance reported net profit growth for the December 2018 quarter was flat at 131...",negative,-0.999723375
Sri Lanka apparel exporters target new markets to reach US$8bn in 2025,1/24/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's apparel exporters are looking to break into new markets to achieve an 8 billion US dollar revenue target for...,Sri Lanka apparel exporters target new markets to reach US$8bn in 2025 Sri Lanka's apparel exporters are looking to break into new markets to achieve an 8 billion US dollar revenue target for...,positive,0.748736024
US industries plead for end to steel and aluminum protection,1/24/2019,International news,Dozens of US industry groups sent a letter to the Trump administration on Wednesday pleading for an end the economic pai...,US industries plead for end to steel and aluminum protection Dozens of US industry groups sent a letter to the Trump administration on Wednesday pleading for an end the economic pai...,negative,-0.990357816
"Asian markets mixed as investors track trade talks, shutdown",1/24/2019,International news,"Asian investors trod cautiously Thursday as they try to ascertain the state of play in the China-US trade row, while the...","Asian markets mixed as investors track trade talks, shutdown Asian investors trod cautiously Thursday as they try to ascertain the state of play in the China-US trade row, while the...",negative,-0.989594817
Sri Lanka monk promotes home-grown methods to kill Armyworms,1/24/2019,Agriculture,"Athureliya Rathana thero, a Sri Lanka Bhuddist monk who is a legislator said home grown methods should be used to kill o...","Sri Lanka monk promotes home-grown methods to kill Armyworms Athureliya Rathana thero, a Sri Lanka Bhuddist monk who is a legislator said home grown methods should be used to kill o...",negative,-0.544413865
Sri Lanka Supreme Court to hear contempt case against ex-CJ,1/23/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court Wednesday decided to hear a landmark contempt case against controversial former chief j...,Sri Lanka Supreme Court to hear contempt case against ex-CJ Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court Wednesday decided to hear a landmark contempt case against controversial former chief j...,positive,0.735043168
Sri Lanka legislator Weerawansa in worm confusion,1/23/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka opposition legislator Wimal Weerawansa alleged that an infestation of Fall Armyworm had entered Sri Lankawith ...,Sri Lanka legislator Weerawansa in worm confusion Sri Lanka opposition legislator Wimal Weerawansa alleged that an infestation of Fall Armyworm had entered Sri Lankawith ...,negative,-0.992254376
Sri Lanka to get US$200mn from IBRD for primary health care,1/23/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka will get 200 million US dollars from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Develo...,Sri Lanka to get US$200mn from IBRD for primary health care ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka will get 200 million US dollars from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Develo...,negative,-0.991381943
"Sri Lanka rupee flat, bonds close lower",1/23/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 182.10/25 to the US dollar in the spot market Wednesday almost unchanged, while bond yie...","Sri Lanka rupee flat, bonds close lower Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 182.10/25 to the US dollar in the spot market Wednesday almost unchanged, while bond yie...",negative,-0.999489069
Sri Lanka’s Nations Trust Bank gets new directors,1/23/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Nations Trust Bank (NTB) has announced the appointment to its Board of Directors...,Sri Lanka’s Nations Trust Bank gets new directors ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Nations Trust Bank (NTB) has announced the appointment to its Board of Directors...,positive,0.837697506
Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury yield falls to 10.70-pct,1/23/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s one-year Treasury Bill yield fell 05 basis points to 10.70 percent at WednesdayÃ...,Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury yield falls to 10.70-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s one-year Treasury Bill yield fell 05 basis points to 10.70 percent at WednesdayÃ...,negative,-0.999156475
SriLankan Airlines lose Rs40bn amid currency fall,1/23/2019,Aviation,State-run SriLankan Airlines had lost 135 million US dollars (40 billion rupees) up from 66 million US dollars (11 billi...,SriLankan Airlines lose Rs40bn amid currency fall State-run SriLankan Airlines had lost 135 million US dollars (40 billion rupees) up from 66 million US dollars (11 billi...,negative,-0.999617577
U.S. Navy doing cargo transfer at Sri Lanka’s main airport,1/23/2019,Defence,ECONOMYNEXT – The United States Navy is doing a cargo transfer operation at Sri Lanka’s main international...,U.S. Navy doing cargo transfer at Sri Lanka’s main airport ECONOMYNEXT – The United States Navy is doing a cargo transfer operation at Sri Lanka’s main international...,negative,-0.991503477
Sri Lanka needs comprehensive youth development program: UN,1/23/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – A senior United Nations official said a comprehensive youth development program is needed for a bet...,Sri Lanka needs comprehensive youth development program: UN ECONOMYNEXT – A senior United Nations official said a comprehensive youth development program is needed for a bet...,negative,-0.992286563
Jet-setting Davos elite frets about climate,1/23/2019,International news,A die-hard environmentalist and head of a polluting company walk into a conference centre...,Jet-setting Davos elite frets about climate A die-hard environmentalist and head of a polluting company walk into a conference centre...,negative,-0.950852394
Fall armyworm invades vegetable farms in Sri Lanka's Matale district: report,1/23/2019,Agriculture,"Vegetable farms in Matale district in central Sri Lanka are being invaded by the fall armyworm, a media report said afte...","Fall armyworm invades vegetable farms in Sri Lanka's Matale district: report Vegetable farms in Matale district in central Sri Lanka are being invaded by the fall armyworm, a media report said afte...",negative,-0.998680055
"Sri Lanka bonds flat ahead of bill auction, rupee steady",1/23/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 182.05/20 to the US dollar in the spot market at opening Wednesday, marginally firmer fr...","Sri Lanka bonds flat ahead of bill auction, rupee steady Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 182.05/20 to the US dollar in the spot market at opening Wednesday, marginally firmer fr...",negative,-0.992274106
Debt and diplomacy in Sri Lanka relations with China,1/23/2019,Op-ed/Special Reports,"China holds approximately 9% of Sri Lanka’s total outstanding debt as of 2017, and 14% amongst bilateral lenders ...","Debt and diplomacy in Sri Lanka relations with China China holds approximately 9% of Sri Lanka’s total outstanding debt as of 2017, and 14% amongst bilateral lenders ...",positive,0.589051187
Sri Lanka’s Kelani Valley Plantations profits soar on capital gain,1/23/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka’s Kelani Valley Plantations said net profit soared to 354 million rupees in the December 2018 quarter f...,Sri Lanka’s Kelani Valley Plantations profits soar on capital gain Sri Lanka’s Kelani Valley Plantations said net profit soared to 354 million rupees in the December 2018 quarter f...,negative,-0.802650332
Asian markets swing as dealers battle uncertainty,1/23/2019,International news,Asian markets fluctuated Wednesday following a negative lead from Wall Street as investors grow nervous about the chance...,Asian markets swing as dealers battle uncertainty Asian markets fluctuated Wednesday following a negative lead from Wall Street as investors grow nervous about the chance...,negative,-0.984004498
Sri Lanka maize output to fall as armyworm spreads,1/23/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's maize crop in the ongoing main (Maha) cultivation season has been hit by a outbreak of armyworm with over 2,...","Sri Lanka maize output to fall as armyworm spreads Sri Lanka's maize crop in the ongoing main (Maha) cultivation season has been hit by a outbreak of armyworm with over 2,...",negative,-0.999106824
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields up, stocks down",1/22/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 182.00/30 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields were higher and stocks were ...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields up, stocks down Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 182.00/30 to the US dollar on Tuesday, while bond yields were higher and stocks were ...",negative,-0.996352911
Sri Lanka’s growth seen staying below potential in near term: UN,1/22/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s economic growth is projected to remain below potential in the near term owing to...,Sri Lanka’s growth seen staying below potential in near term: UN ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s economic growth is projected to remain below potential in the near term owing to...,negative,-0.999211431
Sri Lanka's HNJ Towers to build U$14mn apartment,1/22/2019,Business,"HNJ Towers (Pvt) Ltd, has been given the go ahead to build a 14.82 million US dollar apartment tower in Sri Lanka's capi...","Sri Lanka's HNJ Towers to build U$14mn apartment HNJ Towers (Pvt) Ltd, has been given the go ahead to build a 14.82 million US dollar apartment tower in Sri Lanka's capi...",positive,0.997248828
"Mangala meets UK minister on Sri Lanka reconciliation, rights",1/22/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera had met United Kingdom's Minister of State for the Commonwealth and Uni...,"Mangala meets UK minister on Sri Lanka reconciliation, rights Sri Lanka's Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera had met United Kingdom's Minister of State for the Commonwealth and Uni...",positive,0.994095325
Sri Lanka's Anilana Hotels says to get more cash from Singapore’s SOMAP,1/22/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Singapore’s SOMAP International Pte Ltd. is to pump in funds to revive Sri Lanka’s lo...,Sri Lanka's Anilana Hotels says to get more cash from Singapore’s SOMAP ECONOMYNEXT – Singapore’s SOMAP International Pte Ltd. is to pump in funds to revive Sri Lanka’s lo...,negative,-0.988107204
From Mao to Trump: China's economic roller-coaster since 1949,1/22/2019,International news,"Shanghai, China | AFP | After remarkable growth and change for decades, most economists believe China's economy is enter...","From Mao to Trump: China's economic roller-coaster since 1949 Shanghai, China | AFP | After remarkable growth and change for decades, most economists believe China's economy is enter...",positive,0.997798979
Sri Lanka stocks open slightly higher; rupee and bonds steady,1/22/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka stocks opened 0.06 percent higher Monday on buying-interest in LOLC Finance and fabric maker Tee...,Sri Lanka stocks open slightly higher; rupee and bonds steady ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka stocks opened 0.06 percent higher Monday on buying-interest in LOLC Finance and fabric maker Tee...,positive,0.676796675
Sri Lanka rupee 'undervalued' with REER at 96 amid soft-peg collapse,1/22/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's real effective exchange rate (REER) index has dropped below 100 amid a collapse of a soft-peg with the US do...,Sri Lanka rupee 'undervalued' with REER at 96 amid soft-peg collapse Sri Lanka's real effective exchange rate (REER) index has dropped below 100 amid a collapse of a soft-peg with the US do...,negative,-0.999266922
"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, bonds inactive",1/22/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened steady at 181.75/90 rupees against the US dollar Tuesday while bonds were inact...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, bonds inactive ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened steady at 181.75/90 rupees against the US dollar Tuesday while bonds were inact...",negative,-0.984583259
Sri Lanka's Keells Food Products Dec net down 5-pct,1/22/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's Keells Food Products Plc fell 5 percent from a year earlier to 82.4 million rupees ...,Sri Lanka's Keells Food Products Dec net down 5-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's Keells Food Products Plc fell 5 percent from a year earlier to 82.4 million rupees ...,negative,-0.999250591
Sri Lanka's JLanka wins Bahrain solar power deal: report,1/22/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka based JLanka International, a solar power firm has won a deal from the government of Bahrain to train and cert...","Sri Lanka's JLanka wins Bahrain solar power deal: report Sri Lanka based JLanka International, a solar power firm has won a deal from the government of Bahrain to train and cert...",positive,0.999467313
IMF lowers growth forecasts amid Trump protectionism,1/22/2019,International news,"The US-China trade confrontations, Brexit and other uncertainty are threatening to drag down global growth even further,...","IMF lowers growth forecasts amid Trump protectionism The US-China trade confrontations, Brexit and other uncertainty are threatening to drag down global growth even further,...",negative,-0.999532819
Sri Lanka's Hayleys Fabric profits surge in December quarter,1/22/2019,Apparel,"Profits at Sri Lanka's Hayleys Fabrics Plc surged to 107.6 million rupees in the December 2018 quarter, compared to a 10...","Sri Lanka's Hayleys Fabric profits surge in December quarter Profits at Sri Lanka's Hayleys Fabrics Plc surged to 107.6 million rupees in the December 2018 quarter, compared to a 10...",positive,0.843708515
Sri Lanka nationwide inflation slows to 0.4-pct in December,1/21/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Nationwide inflation in Sri Lanka slowed to 0.4 percent in December 2018 from 1.0 percent in Novemb...,Sri Lanka nationwide inflation slows to 0.4-pct in December ECONOMYNEXT – Nationwide inflation in Sri Lanka slowed to 0.4 percent in December 2018 from 1.0 percent in Novemb...,negative,-0.997553766
Sri Lanka official drops bombshell on pseudo war heroes,1/21/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka’s Defence ministry Secretary Monday deflated so-called “war heroes” (ranaviruvo) saying tha...,Sri Lanka official drops bombshell on pseudo war heroes Sri Lanka’s Defence ministry Secretary Monday deflated so-called “war heroes” (ranaviruvo) saying tha...,negative,-0.997957706
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks down 0.49-pct",1/21/2019,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 181.75/85 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Monday, as ...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks down 0.49-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 181.75/85 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Monday, as ...",negative,-0.999592364
"Sri Lanka calls managers for US dollar, Euro, Panda and Samurai bonds",1/21/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's  has called proposals from investment banks to sell up to 2.0 billion US dollars in sovereign bonds in 2019.,"Sri Lanka calls managers for US dollar, Euro, Panda and Samurai bonds Sri Lanka's  has called proposals from investment banks to sell up to 2.0 billion US dollars in sovereign bonds in 2019.",negative,-0.948068857
Sri Lanka facing debt refinancing risks: Fitch,1/21/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is one of the frontier markets in Asia facing external pressure and debt refinancing risk...,Sri Lanka facing debt refinancing risks: Fitch ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is one of the frontier markets in Asia facing external pressure and debt refinancing risk...,negative,-0.953953147
Sri Lanka’s MTD Walkers shifts subsidiaries to Malaysian parent to settle debt,1/21/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s MTD Walkers, which is carrying heavy losses, has transferred three subsidiaries ...","Sri Lanka’s MTD Walkers shifts subsidiaries to Malaysian parent to settle debt ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s MTD Walkers, which is carrying heavy losses, has transferred three subsidiaries ...",negative,-0.989786506
Sri Lanka offers US$200mn in dollar bonds,1/21/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka is offering 200 million US dollars of bonds at an auction which will close on January 25.,Sri Lanka offers US$200mn in dollar bonds Sri Lanka is offering 200 million US dollars of bonds at an auction which will close on January 25.,positive,0.704996049
China's economy grew at slowest pace in 28 years in 2018,1/21/2019,International news,"China's economy grew at its slowest pace in almost three decades in 2018, losing more steam in the last quarter as it ba...","China's economy grew at slowest pace in 28 years in 2018 China's economy grew at its slowest pace in almost three decades in 2018, losing more steam in the last quarter as it ba...",negative,-0.999566615
Sri Lanka tourism earnings grow 11.6-pct to US$4.4bn: revised data,1/21/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka earned 4.4 billion US dollars from tourism in 2018, up 11.6 percent from 3.9 billion US dollars a year earlier...","Sri Lanka tourism earnings grow 11.6-pct to US$4.4bn: revised data Sri Lanka earned 4.4 billion US dollars from tourism in 2018, up 11.6 percent from 3.9 billion US dollars a year earlier...",positive,0.982124686
Sri Lanka stocks open firmer,1/21/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka stocks were up 0.12 percent in early trading Monday on buying interest in LB Finance, Nations Tr...","Sri Lanka stocks open firmer ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka stocks were up 0.12 percent in early trading Monday on buying interest in LB Finance, Nations Tr...",negative,-0.962717175
"Sri Lanka rupee steady, bonds active",1/21/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at around 181.50/65 against the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond markets w...,"Sri Lanka rupee steady, bonds active Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at around 181.50/65 against the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond markets w...",negative,-0.8299191
British PM turns to Brexit 'Plan B',1/21/2019,International news,"British Prime Minister Theresa May unveils her Brexit ""Plan B"" to parliament on Monday after MPs shredded her EU divorce...","British PM turns to Brexit 'Plan B' British Prime Minister Theresa May unveils her Brexit ""Plan B"" to parliament on Monday after MPs shredded her EU divorce...",negative,-0.989717126
The world cupped: the inside story of the bra,1/21/2019,International news,"It rarely sees the light of day but the upscale bra is the most tested, sweated over and highly engineered piece of clot...","The world cupped: the inside story of the bra It rarely sees the light of day but the upscale bra is the most tested, sweated over and highly engineered piece of clot...",positive,0.988503516
"Sri Lanka's EPF loses most from Laugfs, Dockyard, Carsons; gains from banks",1/21/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Employees Provident Fund, managed by the central bank has lost 9.2 billion rupees on its stock portfolio up ...","Sri Lanka's EPF loses most from Laugfs, Dockyard, Carsons; gains from banks Sri Lanka's Employees Provident Fund, managed by the central bank has lost 9.2 billion rupees on its stock portfolio up ...",negative,-0.999650955
Sri Lanka’s Talawakelle Tea December quarter profit up 16-pct,1/20/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka’s Talawakelle Tea Estates said net profit rose 16 percent to 178 million rupees in the December 2018 qu...,Sri Lanka’s Talawakelle Tea December quarter profit up 16-pct Sri Lanka’s Talawakelle Tea Estates said net profit rose 16 percent to 178 million rupees in the December 2018 qu...,negative,-0.950709403
Bauhaus design turns 100 as disputes over its legacy churn,1/20/2019,International news,"Bauhaus, the design school that left its mark on everything from teapots to tower blocks and iPhones to Ikea, marks its ...","Bauhaus design turns 100 as disputes over its legacy churn Bauhaus, the design school that left its mark on everything from teapots to tower blocks and iPhones to Ikea, marks its ...",negative,-0.994274795
Brexit bullion: Fear of no-deal triggers Irish gold rush,1/20/2019,International news,In a vault under the streets of Dublin a pot of gold owned by anxious investors is growing every day Britain edges close...,Brexit bullion: Fear of no-deal triggers Irish gold rush In a vault under the streets of Dublin a pot of gold owned by anxious investors is growing every day Britain edges close...,negative,-0.958157778
Gota’s entry splits Rajapaksa-led Sri Lanka opposition,1/20/2019,Political News,Controversial former defence secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa declaring his intention to run for president this year has cre...,Gota’s entry splits Rajapaksa-led Sri Lanka opposition Controversial former defence secretary Gotabaya Rajapaksa declaring his intention to run for president this year has cre...,negative,-0.993508577
"Indigenous people protest in Washington, govt shutdown halts grants, benefits",1/19/2019,International news,"Hundreds of members of indigenous communities protested in Washington on Friday, denouncing injustices they are facing a...","Indigenous people protest in Washington, govt shutdown halts grants, benefits Hundreds of members of indigenous communities protested in Washington on Friday, denouncing injustices they are facing a...",negative,-0.925834537
"CAL, Edelweiss link up to give Sri Lanka investors access to India",1/19/2019,Markets,Colombo-based Capital Alliance (CAL) group has tied up with Edelweiss Financial Services to offer Sri Lankan investors a...,"CAL, Edelweiss link up to give Sri Lanka investors access to India Colombo-based Capital Alliance (CAL) group has tied up with Edelweiss Financial Services to offer Sri Lankan investors a...",positive,0.991524398
"Sri Lankan stocks down, interest in Lankem Developments",1/18/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s benchmark stock market index closed lower Friday in moderate turnover with inter...,"Sri Lankan stocks down, interest in Lankem Developments ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s benchmark stock market index closed lower Friday in moderate turnover with inter...",negative,-0.997050405
Sri Lanka seize explosives from local Islamist radicals,1/18/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's police seized a haul of high explosives stashed near a wildlife sanctuary following the arrest of four men f...,Sri Lanka seize explosives from local Islamist radicals Sri Lanka's police seized a haul of high explosives stashed near a wildlife sanctuary following the arrest of four men f...,negative,-0.986744702
Aercap leases unusable aircraft to SriLankan Airlines,1/18/2019,Aviation,Aercap leased an unusable A330 aircraft to state-run SriLankan Airlines as part of a deal reached in 2017 with the then ...,Aercap leases unusable aircraft to SriLankan Airlines Aercap leased an unusable A330 aircraft to state-run SriLankan Airlines as part of a deal reached in 2017 with the then ...,negative,-0.987000287
Sri Lankan president starts SOE corruption probe,1/18/2019,Legal,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena has started a probe of corruption in state bodies from th...,Sri Lankan president starts SOE corruption probe ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena has started a probe of corruption in state bodies from th...,negative,-0.987500787
Sri Lanka gets ready to raise US$2bn in sovereign bonds,1/18/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers has given the nod to raise up to 2 billion US dollars in sovereign bonds in 2019, State...","Sri Lanka gets ready to raise US$2bn in sovereign bonds Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers has given the nod to raise up to 2 billion US dollars in sovereign bonds in 2019, State...",positive,0.973978817
Sri Lanka to start talks over Bank of China loan,1/18/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had given the nod to begin talks with Bank of China for a 3-year loan, Minister Eran Wi...","Sri Lanka to start talks over Bank of China loan Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had given the nod to begin talks with Bank of China for a 3-year loan, Minister Eran Wi...",positive,0.983113408
"Sri Lanka sovereign yields ease after bond repayment, IMF statement",1/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's bond yields have fallen sharply the repayment of a billion US dollar that matured on January 14 and the subs...,"Sri Lanka sovereign yields ease after bond repayment, IMF statement Sri Lanka's bond yields have fallen sharply the repayment of a billion US dollar that matured on January 14 and the subs...",negative,-0.991271436
New Sri Lanka software industry salary survey,1/18/2019,ICT,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka Association of Software and Services Companies (SLASSCOM) has published a new survey pay and...,New Sri Lanka software industry salary survey ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka Association of Software and Services Companies (SLASSCOM) has published a new survey pay and...,negative,-0.952924967
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields down",1/18/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's rupee opened slightly weaker at 181.80/95 to the US dollar and bond yields fell on Friday while stocks were ...,"Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields down Sri Lanka's rupee opened slightly weaker at 181.80/95 to the US dollar and bond yields fell on Friday while stocks were ...",negative,-0.999533176
Sri Lanka’s First Capital Holdings [SL]A- rating confirmed,1/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - ICRA Lanka has confirmed the [SL]A- rating of First Capital Holdings, which controls primary dealer First ...","Sri Lanka’s First Capital Holdings [SL]A- rating confirmed ECONOMYNEXT - ICRA Lanka has confirmed the [SL]A- rating of First Capital Holdings, which controls primary dealer First ...",negative,-0.559248388
US stocks boosted by report of possible lifting of China tariffs,1/18/2019,International news,"New York, United States | AFP | Wall Street stocks climbed for a third straight session on Thursday following a report t...","US stocks boosted by report of possible lifting of China tariffs New York, United States | AFP | Wall Street stocks climbed for a third straight session on Thursday following a report t...",negative,-0.924085498
Sri Lanka Tea Smallholder Factories Dec net up 47-pct,1/18/2019,Agriculture,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Tea Smallholder Factories said net profit rose 47 percent to 13.7 million rupees...,Sri Lanka Tea Smallholder Factories Dec net up 47-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Tea Smallholder Factories said net profit rose 47 percent to 13.7 million rupees...,negative,-0.974273205
All Sri Lanka's Hunas Falls stockholders get offer from Japan-backed Serenity Lake Leisure,1/17/2019,Business,Serenity Lake Leisure (Private) Limited which gained control of Sri Lanka's Hunas Falls Hotel Plc on January 14 made an ...,All Sri Lanka's Hunas Falls stockholders get offer from Japan-backed Serenity Lake Leisure Serenity Lake Leisure (Private) Limited which gained control of Sri Lanka's Hunas Falls Hotel Plc on January 14 made an ...,negative,-0.698990941
ADB to finance US$300mn Sri Lanka elevated port highway,1/17/2019,Ground,Manila-based Asian Development Bank will help build an elevated access highway to Sri Lanka with financing of 300 millio...,ADB to finance US$300mn Sri Lanka elevated port highway Manila-based Asian Development Bank will help build an elevated access highway to Sri Lanka with financing of 300 millio...,positive,0.909710526
"Sri Lanka bond yields down, stocks up 0.26-pct",1/17/2019,Commodities,"Sri Lanka's bond yields were down on Thursday's close, while stocks gained 0.26 percent, dealers said..","Sri Lanka bond yields down, stocks up 0.26-pct Sri Lanka's bond yields were down on Thursday's close, while stocks gained 0.26 percent, dealers said..",negative,-0.998888671
Kavan Ratnayaka new chairman of Sri Lanka Ports Authority,1/17/2019,Logistics,"ECONOMYNEXT - Kavan Ratnayaka, former head of tourism development, has been appointed the new chairman of the state-run ...","Kavan Ratnayaka new chairman of Sri Lanka Ports Authority ECONOMYNEXT - Kavan Ratnayaka, former head of tourism development, has been appointed the new chairman of the state-run ...",positive,0.996541798
Sri Lanka tourism promotion grounded over board delay,1/17/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT- A planned three billion rupee destination promotion campaign has run aground with the government yet to app...,Sri Lanka tourism promotion grounded over board delay ECONOMYNEXT- A planned three billion rupee destination promotion campaign has run aground with the government yet to app...,negative,-0.999226451
Sri Lanka re-tenders Mannar Basin offshore block for natural gas development,1/17/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka has reopened tenders for the M2 off-shore block in the Mannar Basin for fossil fuel development a...,Sri Lanka re-tenders Mannar Basin offshore block for natural gas development ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka has reopened tenders for the M2 off-shore block in the Mannar Basin for fossil fuel development a...,negative,-0.967661798
"Call to cut taxes, scrap price controls on Sri Lanka milk imports",1/17/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government should reduce taxes and scrap price controls on imported milk powder ...,"Call to cut taxes, scrap price controls on Sri Lanka milk imports ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government should reduce taxes and scrap price controls on imported milk powder ...",negative,-0.990010202
Mobile app spend soars with China a top market: report,1/17/2019,International news,"San Francisco, United States | AFP | Mobile app downloads are surging around the world with growth in smartphone use, wi...","Mobile app spend soars with China a top market: report San Francisco, United States | AFP | Mobile app downloads are surging around the world with growth in smartphone use, wi...",positive,0.997487187
Human diet causing 'catastrophic' damage to planet: study,1/17/2019,International news,"Paris, France | AFP | The way humanity produces and eats food must radically change to avoid millions of deaths and ""cat...","Human diet causing 'catastrophic' damage to planet: study Paris, France | AFP | The way humanity produces and eats food must radically change to avoid millions of deaths and ""cat...",negative,-0.995605052
"Tokyo stocks open higher on Wall St gain, lower yen",1/17/2019,International news,"Tokyo, Japan | AFP | Thursday - Tokyo stocks opened higher on Thursday with investor sentiment buoyed by gains on Wall S...","Tokyo stocks open higher on Wall St gain, lower yen Tokyo, Japan | AFP | Thursday - Tokyo stocks opened higher on Thursday with investor sentiment buoyed by gains on Wall S...",positive,0.547432899
Sri Lankan stocks seen offering opportunities despite risks,1/17/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s stock market offer “pockets of opportunities” for investors despite ...,Sri Lankan stocks seen offering opportunities despite risks ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s stock market offer “pockets of opportunities” for investors despite ...,negative,-0.953497946
Sri Lanka's central bank takes in Rs90bn in Treasury bills for forex financing,1/17/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank said it had received 90 billion rupees of Treasury bills (about 500 million US dollars) after f...,Sri Lanka's central bank takes in Rs90bn in Treasury bills for forex financing Sri Lanka's central bank said it had received 90 billion rupees of Treasury bills (about 500 million US dollars) after f...,negative,-0.989599228
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields down, stocks fall 0.13 percent",1/16/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed lower at 182.35/45 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while stocks were down 0.13 percent on foreig...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields down, stocks fall 0.13 percent Sri Lanka's rupee closed lower at 182.35/45 to the US dollar on Wednesday, while stocks were down 0.13 percent on foreig...",negative,-0.999502301
"China Port City awaits Sri Lanka incentives, laws, to sell land",1/16/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's CHEC Port City (Pvt) Ltd, which has reclaimed 369 hectares of sea to build a brand new city expanding the is...","China Port City awaits Sri Lanka incentives, laws, to sell land Sri Lanka's CHEC Port City (Pvt) Ltd, which has reclaimed 369 hectares of sea to build a brand new city expanding the is...",negative,-0.958290339
Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury yield falls to 10.75-pct,1/16/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s one-year Treasury Bill yield fell 10 basis points to 10.75 percent at WednesdayÃ...,Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury yield falls to 10.75-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s one-year Treasury Bill yield fell 10 basis points to 10.75 percent at WednesdayÃ...,negative,-0.999295592
"Sri Lanka, Fiji stock exchanges to collaborate on market development",1/16/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has signed an agreement with the South Pacific Stoc...,"Sri Lanka, Fiji stock exchanges to collaborate on market development ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has signed an agreement with the South Pacific Stoc...",negative,-0.93147397
Sri Lanka tourism starts to recover from political crisis hit,1/16/2019,Business,"Bookings at Sri Lankan hotels have started to recover in January 2019, industry officials said, after being hit from a p...","Sri Lanka tourism starts to recover from political crisis hit Bookings at Sri Lankan hotels have started to recover in January 2019, industry officials said, after being hit from a p...",negative,-0.902294338
China firm completes Sri Lanka Port City sea reclamation for US$700mn,1/16/2019,Business,"CHEC Port City Colombo (Pvt) Ltd, a unit of China's CCCC group has completed reclaiming 269 hectares of sea off Sri Lank...","China firm completes Sri Lanka Port City sea reclamation for US$700mn CHEC Port City Colombo (Pvt) Ltd, a unit of China's CCCC group has completed reclaiming 269 hectares of sea off Sri Lank...",positive,0.562640607
Sri Lanka’s Hambantota port diversifies into cement industry cargo,1/16/2019,Logistics,"ECONOMYNEXT – Hambantota International Port (HIP) has handled its first shipment for the cement industry, enablin...","Sri Lanka’s Hambantota port diversifies into cement industry cargo ECONOMYNEXT – Hambantota International Port (HIP) has handled its first shipment for the cement industry, enablin...",positive,0.957766235
"Sri Lanka bond yields steady, rupee weaker",1/16/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's bond yields were largely unchanged ahead of a bill auction and the rupee was slightly weaker on Wednesday as...,"Sri Lanka bond yields steady, rupee weaker Sri Lanka's bond yields were largely unchanged ahead of a bill auction and the rupee was slightly weaker on Wednesday as...",negative,-0.998239517
Sri Lanka looks to re-activate US500mn Millennium Challenge grant,1/16/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka has had talks with the Millennium Challenge Corporation to resume a grant that was halted during a political c...,Sri Lanka looks to re-activate US500mn Millennium Challenge grant Sri Lanka has had talks with the Millennium Challenge Corporation to resume a grant that was halted during a political c...,negative,-0.998628497
"Sri Lanka President to meet ADB chief, sign tourism deal in Philippines visit",1/16/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena will sign bilateral tourism and defence agreements and meet the President of ...,"Sri Lanka President to meet ADB chief, sign tourism deal in Philippines visit Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena will sign bilateral tourism and defence agreements and meet the President of ...",positive,0.999048173
British pound rallies on May's Brexit setback; stocks gain,1/16/2019,International news,The British pound rallied Tuesday after the lower house of parliament overwhelmingly rejected Prime Minister Theresa May...,British pound rallies on May's Brexit setback; stocks gain The British pound rallied Tuesday after the lower house of parliament overwhelmingly rejected Prime Minister Theresa May...,negative,-0.985216022
UK parliament rejects Brexit deal in historic vote,1/16/2019,International news,"Britain's parliament on Tuesday resoundingly rejected Prime Minister Theresa May's Brexit deal, triggering a no-confiden...","UK parliament rejects Brexit deal in historic vote Britain's parliament on Tuesday resoundingly rejected Prime Minister Theresa May's Brexit deal, triggering a no-confiden...",negative,-0.970396399
Sri Lanka to re-start talks with IMF in mid February,1/16/2019,Economy,"An International Monetary Fund team will arrive in Sri Lanka to start talks on resuming a program, Managing Director Chr...","Sri Lanka to re-start talks with IMF in mid February An International Monetary Fund team will arrive in Sri Lanka to start talks on resuming a program, Managing Director Chr...",positive,0.986636341
Sri Lanka bondscam forensic auditors to be appointed in February: Central Bank,1/15/2019,Legal,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's central bank is expecting to appoint forensic auditors into securities fraud involving the sal...,Sri Lanka bondscam forensic auditors to be appointed in February: Central Bank ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's central bank is expecting to appoint forensic auditors into securities fraud involving the sal...,negative,-0.988685131
Sri Lanka targets three million tourists in 2019: minister,1/14/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka is targeting three million tourists for 2019 Tourism Development Minister John Amaratunga said, after missing ...","Sri Lanka targets three million tourists in 2019: minister Sri Lanka is targeting three million tourists for 2019 Tourism Development Minister John Amaratunga said, after missing ...",negative,-0.995883346
Sri Lanka frozen out of IMF meeting,1/14/2019,Economy,Meetings between top Sri Lanka finance officials and the International Monetary Fund has been delayed amid heavy snow in...,Sri Lanka frozen out of IMF meeting Meetings between top Sri Lanka finance officials and the International Monetary Fund has been delayed amid heavy snow in...,negative,-0.998583555
Visitors to Sri Lanka national parks to get online entry permits,1/14/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's Ministry of Tourism Development and Wildlife Conservation has launched an online entry permit service for na...,Visitors to Sri Lanka national parks to get online entry permits Sri Lanka's Ministry of Tourism Development and Wildlife Conservation has launched an online entry permit service for na...,negative,-0.897689819
Sabalenka not interested in 'crazy' title talk,1/14/2019,Culture,"Aryna Sabalenka has been tipped as a dark horse to win the Australian Open, but the Belarusian said Monday she didn't wa...","Sabalenka not interested in 'crazy' title talk Aryna Sabalenka has been tipped as a dark horse to win the Australian Open, but the Belarusian said Monday she didn't wa...",negative,-0.994111359
China's global trade surplus fell 16.2-pct in 2018: customs,1/14/2019,International news,"China's global trade volume rose last year but its surplus fell again, as its imports outpaced its exports, official dat...","China's global trade surplus fell 16.2-pct in 2018: customs China's global trade volume rose last year but its surplus fell again, as its imports outpaced its exports, official dat...",negative,-0.999141335
Sri Lanka trade school graduates finding more formal jobs: ADB,1/14/2019,Economy,"A growing proportion of graduates from Sri Lanka's trade schools are finding formal jobs, with most of them being hired ...","Sri Lanka trade school graduates finding more formal jobs: ADB A growing proportion of graduates from Sri Lanka's trade schools are finding formal jobs, with most of them being hired ...",negative,-0.908130229
"Sri Lanka g-secs flat amid sovereign bond repayment, rupee weaker",1/14/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's bond yields flat and the rupee was slightly weaker on Monday when Sri Lanka repays a billion US dollar inter...,"Sri Lanka g-secs flat amid sovereign bond repayment, rupee weaker Sri Lanka's bond yields flat and the rupee was slightly weaker on Monday when Sri Lanka repays a billion US dollar inter...",negative,-0.999426246
Asian markets in retreat after week-long rally,1/14/2019,International news,"Hong Kong led a sell-off across Asian markets Monday as profit-takers moved in following a six-day rally, while traders ...","Asian markets in retreat after week-long rally Hong Kong led a sell-off across Asian markets Monday as profit-takers moved in following a six-day rally, while traders ...",positive,0.529458523
Macron unveils 'great national debate' to calm Yellow Vest carbon tax protest,1/14/2019,International news,"French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday spelled out the questions underpinning his ""great national debate"", a public ...","Macron unveils 'great national debate' to calm Yellow Vest carbon tax protest French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday spelled out the questions underpinning his ""great national debate"", a public ...",positive,0.998262942
Industrial production in Sri Lanka slows amid political crisis in Nov,1/14/2019,Business,Industrial activity in Sri Lanka has slowed in November with lower food production and despite growth in apparel manufac...,Industrial production in Sri Lanka slows amid political crisis in Nov Industrial activity in Sri Lanka has slowed in November with lower food production and despite growth in apparel manufac...,negative,-0.999709189
Co-operation with Sri Lanka diaspora in Italy can bring benefits: Envoy,1/13/2019,Economy,"Co-operation with an expanding Sri Lanka diaspora in Italy can bring benefits, newly appointed Italian envoy to Colombo ...","Co-operation with Sri Lanka diaspora in Italy can bring benefits: Envoy Co-operation with an expanding Sri Lanka diaspora in Italy can bring benefits, newly appointed Italian envoy to Colombo ...",positive,0.999682546
Sri Lanka confectioners fear new 'feel-the-pain' tax: report,1/13/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's confectioners are fearing a new European-style tax on sweets, on top of a renewed tax on sweet drinks a medi...","Sri Lanka confectioners fear new 'feel-the-pain' tax: report Sri Lanka's confectioners are fearing a new European-style tax on sweets, on top of a renewed tax on sweet drinks a medi...",negative,-0.996561944
"Elon Musk shows off prototype of Mars-bound rocket, Starship",1/12/2019,International news,"SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has unveiled the first pictures of a retro-looking, steely rocket called Starship that may one day ...","Elon Musk shows off prototype of Mars-bound rocket, Starship SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has unveiled the first pictures of a retro-looking, steely rocket called Starship that may one day ...",positive,0.997546256
"Sri Lanka busts US$1.2bn on soft-peg in late 2018, exceeds IMF receipts",1/12/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's busted 1,229 million US dollars over the past four months, to operate a highly unstable soft-pegged monetary...","Sri Lanka busts US$1.2bn on soft-peg in late 2018, exceeds IMF receipts Sri Lanka's busted 1,229 million US dollars over the past four months, to operate a highly unstable soft-pegged monetary...",negative,-0.991716444
"Sri Lanka bond yields ease after auction; rupee steady, stocks fall 0.28-pct",1/11/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 181.90/182.10 rupees against the US dollar Friday, while bond yields ...","Sri Lanka bond yields ease after auction; rupee steady, stocks fall 0.28-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at 181.90/182.10 rupees against the US dollar Friday, while bond yields ...",positive,0.78445369
Sri Lanka's Hunas Hotels bought by Serenity Lake Leisure,1/11/2019,Markets,"A controlling stake of Sri Lanka's Hunas Falls Hotels Plc, will be bought by a firm called Serenity Lake Leisure (Pvt) L...","Sri Lanka's Hunas Hotels bought by Serenity Lake Leisure A controlling stake of Sri Lanka's Hunas Falls Hotels Plc, will be bought by a firm called Serenity Lake Leisure (Pvt) L...",negative,-0.979815125
Highest unemployment among most educated in Sri Lanka,1/11/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT –Unemployment in Sri Lanka, which has suffered three insurgencies led by educated youth, is highest a...","Highest unemployment among most educated in Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT –Unemployment in Sri Lanka, which has suffered three insurgencies led by educated youth, is highest a...",negative,-0.978096545
Three more ministers appointed to Sri Lankan government,1/11/2019,Political News,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena has sworn in three more parliamentarians as ministers, tw...","Three more ministers appointed to Sri Lankan government ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena has sworn in three more parliamentarians as ministers, tw...",positive,0.917542636
Sri Lanka banks overcharging poor farmers for credit checks,1/11/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT- Some Sri Lankan banks have been found overcharging rural farmers for Credit Information Bureau (CRIB) check...,Sri Lanka banks overcharging poor farmers for credit checks ECONOMYNEXT- Some Sri Lankan banks have been found overcharging rural farmers for Credit Information Bureau (CRIB) check...,negative,-0.998524606
"Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, stocks weaker, bonds quiet ahead of first auction for 2019",1/11/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was firmer on Friday morning, while the bond market was quiet ahead of the year's first auction.","Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, stocks weaker, bonds quiet ahead of first auction for 2019 Sri Lanka's rupee was firmer on Friday morning, while the bond market was quiet ahead of the year's first auction.",negative,-0.992159009
Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon launches US$200mn term loan: report,1/11/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's state-run Bank of Ceylon has launched a syndicated loan of up to 200 million dollars appointing a Middle Eas...,Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon launches US$200mn term loan: report Sri Lanka's state-run Bank of Ceylon has launched a syndicated loan of up to 200 million dollars appointing a Middle Eas...,negative,-0.965815425
Asian markets on course to end week on positive note,1/11/2019,International news,"The upbeat tone that has characterised this week helped Asian markets to fresh gains on Friday, with Hong Kong on course...","Asian markets on course to end week on positive note The upbeat tone that has characterised this week helped Asian markets to fresh gains on Friday, with Hong Kong on course...",positive,0.99980396
AI beats expert doctors at finding cervical pre-cancers,1/11/2019,International news,"Artificial intelligence may be poised to wipe out cervical cancer, after a study showed on Thursday computer algorithms ...","AI beats expert doctors at finding cervical pre-cancers Artificial intelligence may be poised to wipe out cervical cancer, after a study showed on Thursday computer algorithms ...",negative,-0.997576535
UN wants Sri Lanka banks to contribute to agriculture credit line,1/11/2019,Banking,The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) of the United Nations is looking for further funding from ban...,UN wants Sri Lanka banks to contribute to agriculture credit line The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) of the United Nations is looking for further funding from ban...,negative,-0.992222488
"Sri Lanka cuts fuel prices, warns crude oil prices rising",1/10/2019,Energy,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government said it will cut fuel prices from midnight Thursday, with petrol and ...","Sri Lanka cuts fuel prices, warns crude oil prices rising ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government said it will cut fuel prices from midnight Thursday, with petrol and ...",negative,-0.98244518
Sri Lanka goes ahead with feel-the-pain carbon tax as eco-tax trigger riots in France,1/10/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is to go ahead with a carbon tax, which is being charged on a peculiarly unjust basis targeting older, poorer ...","Sri Lanka goes ahead with feel-the-pain carbon tax as eco-tax trigger riots in France Sri Lanka is to go ahead with a carbon tax, which is being charged on a peculiarly unjust basis targeting older, poorer ...",negative,-0.990958333
Sri Lanka stocks close stronger,1/10/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed stronger on Thursday from a day earlier despite net foreign selling, brokers said.","Sri Lanka stocks close stronger Sri Lanka's stocks closed stronger on Thursday from a day earlier despite net foreign selling, brokers said.",negative,-0.907170951
"Sri Lanka’s Hambantota port business diversifying, ship calls up",1/10/2019,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Hambantota port has seen a sharp increase in vessel calls in 2018 with its busin...,"Sri Lanka’s Hambantota port business diversifying, ship calls up ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Hambantota port has seen a sharp increase in vessel calls in 2018 with its busin...",positive,0.992363214
"Sri Lanka 'coup' cost US$1bn in reserves, credit downgrade: PM",1/10/2019,Economy,The cost of a 'coup' where Mahinda Rajapaksa was appointed Prime Minister and parliament was dissolved illegally cost th...,"Sri Lanka 'coup' cost US$1bn in reserves, credit downgrade: PM The cost of a 'coup' where Mahinda Rajapaksa was appointed Prime Minister and parliament was dissolved illegally cost th...",negative,-0.998802066
Sri Lanka PM educates Weerawansa on currency swaps,1/10/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka did not mortgage ports and airports to India to get a 400 million dollar currency swap from the Reserve Bank o...,Sri Lanka PM educates Weerawansa on currency swaps Sri Lanka did not mortgage ports and airports to India to get a 400 million dollar currency swap from the Reserve Bank o...,positive,0.953111708
"Low forex reserves, high debt threaten Sri Lanka’s loan repayments: Moody’s",1/10/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is one of four Asian countries particularly vulnerable to shifts in global borrowing cond...,"Low forex reserves, high debt threaten Sri Lanka’s loan repayments: Moody’s ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is one of four Asian countries particularly vulnerable to shifts in global borrowing cond...",negative,-0.994532347
"Sri Lanka bonds steady ahead of Rs98bn auction, rupee opens firmer",1/10/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's bond yields were steady Thursday ahead of a 98 billion rupee auction a day later, dealers said, while the ru...","Sri Lanka bonds steady ahead of Rs98bn auction, rupee opens firmer Sri Lanka's bond yields were steady Thursday ahead of a 98 billion rupee auction a day later, dealers said, while the ru...",positive,0.992912591
"Sri Lanka’s Durdans, India’s Astron to train paramedical professionals",1/10/2019,Business,Sri Lanka’s Durdans Hospital has tied up with India’s Astron Institute of International Studies to offer p...,"Sri Lanka’s Durdans, India’s Astron to train paramedical professionals Sri Lanka’s Durdans Hospital has tied up with India’s Astron Institute of International Studies to offer p...",positive,0.79949528
Sri Lanka’s Dialog Finance rights issue to raise Rs764mn,1/10/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Dialog Finance is seeking to raise 764mn million rupees through a rights issue o...,Sri Lanka’s Dialog Finance rights issue to raise Rs764mn ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Dialog Finance is seeking to raise 764mn million rupees through a rights issue o...,negative,-0.984505236
"Asian markets retreat after rally, strong yen hits Tokyo",1/10/2019,International news,Asian markets turned south Thursday as investors took a breather after rallying this week on optimism over China-US trad...,"Asian markets retreat after rally, strong yen hits Tokyo Asian markets turned south Thursday as investors took a breather after rallying this week on optimism over China-US trad...",positive,0.964134037
US Fed: 'can afford to be patient' on rate hikes,1/10/2019,International news,"US central bankers ""can afford to be patient"" before raising interest rates again, given low inflation and uncertainty a...","US Fed: 'can afford to be patient' on rate hikes US central bankers ""can afford to be patient"" before raising interest rates again, given low inflation and uncertainty a...",negative,-0.993571401
"Sri Lanka to cut withholding tax on interest, rent, royalties",1/10/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka will cut withholding tax on rent from 10 percent to 5 percent and exempt royalties from withholding tax for up...,"Sri Lanka to cut withholding tax on interest, rent, royalties Sri Lanka will cut withholding tax on rent from 10 percent to 5 percent and exempt royalties from withholding tax for up...",positive,0.78424269
Whistleblowers on Sri Lanka cricket corruption to get 'amnesty',1/10/2019,Legal,The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday announced a 15-day amnesty for whistleblowers who have previously f...,Whistleblowers on Sri Lanka cricket corruption to get 'amnesty' The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday announced a 15-day amnesty for whistleblowers who have previously f...,negative,-0.924822807
Sri Lanka to exempt NRFC interest from income tax,1/9/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka plans to exempt from income tax interest earned on Non-Resident and Resident Forex (NRFC and RFC) according to...,Sri Lanka to exempt NRFC interest from income tax Sri Lanka plans to exempt from income tax interest earned on Non-Resident and Resident Forex (NRFC and RFC) according to...,negative,-0.93650955
Eco Spindles says recycling 20-pct of PET bottles in Sri Lanka,1/9/2019,Business,"Eco Spindles (Pvt) Ltd, a unit of Sri Lanka based BPPL Group, says it is recycling 20 percent of Sri Lanka's used plasti...","Eco Spindles says recycling 20-pct of PET bottles in Sri Lanka Eco Spindles (Pvt) Ltd, a unit of Sri Lanka based BPPL Group, says it is recycling 20 percent of Sri Lanka's used plasti...",negative,-0.989538848
"Sri Lanka's economy seen recovering, among the slowest in the region: World Bank",1/9/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's economic recovery is expected to continue in 2019 and beyond driven by consumption and infrastructure develo...,"Sri Lanka's economy seen recovering, among the slowest in the region: World Bank Sri Lanka's economic recovery is expected to continue in 2019 and beyond driven by consumption and infrastructure develo...",negative,-0.990521789
"Sri Lanka bond yields flat, shares end weaker",1/9/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka bond yields were flat on Wednesday while 12-month bill rates fell, and stocks continued the tumble below the 6...","Sri Lanka bond yields flat, shares end weaker Sri Lanka bond yields were flat on Wednesday while 12-month bill rates fell, and stocks continued the tumble below the 6...",negative,-0.999582589
Sri Lanka finance minister to Washington to get IMF facility back,1/9/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Minister of Finance and Mass Media Mangala Samaraweera will leave for Washington...,Sri Lanka finance minister to Washington to get IMF facility back ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Minister of Finance and Mass Media Mangala Samaraweera will leave for Washington...,negative,-0.991125882
Sri Lanka 12-month Treasuries fall at auction,1/9/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasuries yields fell 14 basis points to 10.85 percent at Wednesdays auction, with 20 billion rupe...","Sri Lanka 12-month Treasuries fall at auction Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasuries yields fell 14 basis points to 10.85 percent at Wednesdays auction, with 20 billion rupe...",negative,-0.999596417
Sri Lanka gets $400M swap line from Reserve Bank of India,1/9/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Central Bank says it will get 400 million US dollars from a swap arrangement with the Reserve ...,Sri Lanka gets $400M swap line from Reserve Bank of India ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Central Bank says it will get 400 million US dollars from a swap arrangement with the Reserve ...,negative,-0.987707078
Sri Lanka President appoints Supreme Court judges after delay,1/9/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has appointed three judges to the Supreme Court, including two whose appointm...","Sri Lanka President appoints Supreme Court judges after delay Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has appointed three judges to the Supreme Court, including two whose appointm...",positive,0.74477011
"Sri Lanka migrant worker outflows flat in 2018, housemaids up",1/9/2019,Economy,Migrant worker departures from Sri Lanka have fallen marginally but women going abroad as housemaids have seen double-di...,"Sri Lanka migrant worker outflows flat in 2018, housemaids up Migrant worker departures from Sri Lanka have fallen marginally but women going abroad as housemaids have seen double-di...",negative,-0.988739371
Sri Lanka stocks steady in early trading,1/9/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka stocks were steady Wednesday after making early gains which took the All Share index within touc...,Sri Lanka stocks steady in early trading ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka stocks were steady Wednesday after making early gains which took the All Share index within touc...,positive,0.974691451
"Sri Lanka rupee, bonds open steady",1/9/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee was steady Wednesday at 182.60/70 rupees against the US dollar in early spot market tr...,"Sri Lanka rupee, bonds open steady ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee was steady Wednesday at 182.60/70 rupees against the US dollar in early spot market tr...",negative,-0.978238881
US startup eyes next generation of burgers with relish,1/9/2019,International news,"In one sense, it's just a patty made from plant protein. But the founders of California-based Impossible Foods argue the...","US startup eyes next generation of burgers with relish In one sense, it's just a patty made from plant protein. But the founders of California-based Impossible Foods argue the...",negative,-0.919317722
Asian markets power ahead on rising trade-talks hopes,1/9/2019,International news,Increasing optimism that China and the US will be able to hammer out a deal to help ease their trade war provided the im...,Asian markets power ahead on rising trade-talks hopes Increasing optimism that China and the US will be able to hammer out a deal to help ease their trade war provided the im...,positive,0.996073723
"Sri Lanka to police exporters, tighten capital account to maintain soft-peg",1/9/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka said will police exporters through a hi tech surveillance system and will also tighten a capital account relax...,"Sri Lanka to police exporters, tighten capital account to maintain soft-peg Sri Lanka said will police exporters through a hi tech surveillance system and will also tighten a capital account relax...",negative,-0.851393819
Sri Lanka Commercial Bank offers WeChat payments in yuan,1/8/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Commercial Bank has tied up with a unit of tech giant Tencent Holdings to offer ...,Sri Lanka Commercial Bank offers WeChat payments in yuan ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Commercial Bank has tied up with a unit of tech giant Tencent Holdings to offer ...,negative,-0.901422799
Sri Lanka’s youth unemployment remains high,1/8/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT – Youth unemployment in Sri Lanka, which has suffered three insurgencies led by educated youth, remai...","Sri Lanka’s youth unemployment remains high ECONOMYNEXT – Youth unemployment in Sri Lanka, which has suffered three insurgencies led by educated youth, remai...",negative,-0.990180731
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks down 0.51-pct",1/8/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee ended weaker at 182.65/70 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Tuesday whil...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks down 0.51-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee ended weaker at 182.65/70 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Tuesday whil...",negative,-0.999524474
"Sri Lanka stocks fall 0.57-pct; All Share ends below 6,000 points",1/8/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka stocks ended 0.57 percent lower closing below 6,000 points amidst selling in banking and beverag...","Sri Lanka stocks fall 0.57-pct; All Share ends below 6,000 points ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka stocks ended 0.57 percent lower closing below 6,000 points amidst selling in banking and beverag...",negative,-0.998924434
Sri Lanka’s 2019 budget targets 4.8-pct deficit,1/8/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lankan government’s budget for 2019 to be presented on March 05 is targeting a defic...,Sri Lanka’s 2019 budget targets 4.8-pct deficit ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lankan government’s budget for 2019 to be presented on March 05 is targeting a defic...,negative,-0.995118856
Sri Lanka slaying anniversary highlights hunt for justice,1/8/2019,Political News,Ten years after top newspaper editor Lasantha Wickrematunge was killed by a suspected government death squad the failure...,Sri Lanka slaying anniversary highlights hunt for justice Ten years after top newspaper editor Lasantha Wickrematunge was killed by a suspected government death squad the failure...,negative,-0.980499089
New Sri Lanka logistics facility targets exporters,1/8/2019,Ground,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s investment agency has approved a project to build a warehouse and container depo...,New Sri Lanka logistics facility targets exporters ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s investment agency has approved a project to build a warehouse and container depo...,negative,-0.572700977
Sri Lanka stocks open flat amidst buying interest in Dialog,1/8/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka stocks opened flat Tuesday with Colombo's All Share gaining 0.04 percent, up 2.35 points to 6,02...","Sri Lanka stocks open flat amidst buying interest in Dialog ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka stocks opened flat Tuesday with Colombo's All Share gaining 0.04 percent, up 2.35 points to 6,02...",negative,-0.998677194
"Sri Lanka cement use flat in 2018, but pick up in September",1/8/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's cement production was down 3.2 percent to 2.086 million tonnes in the first nine months of the year and impo...,"Sri Lanka cement use flat in 2018, but pick up in September Sri Lanka's cement production was down 3.2 percent to 2.086 million tonnes in the first nine months of the year and impo...",negative,-0.999362171
World Bank chief's exit could give Trump lever over development lending,1/8/2019,International news,The surprise early departure of World Bank President Jim Yong Kim potentially hands US leader Donald Trump a key lever o...,World Bank chief's exit could give Trump lever over development lending The surprise early departure of World Bank President Jim Yong Kim potentially hands US leader Donald Trump a key lever o...,negative,-0.986881733
Sri Lanka court refuses to test President's sanity,1/8/2019,Political News,A Sri Lanka court Monday rejected calls to subject the president to a mental health examination after he sacked a former...,Sri Lanka court refuses to test President's sanity A Sri Lanka court Monday rejected calls to subject the president to a mental health examination after he sacked a former...,negative,-0.995357454
Sri Lanka election monitor made Provincial Governor,1/7/2019,Political News,"Ranjith Keerthi Tennakoon, who headed CaFFE, an election monitoring organization has been made Governor of Uva Province ...","Sri Lanka election monitor made Provincial Governor Ranjith Keerthi Tennakoon, who headed CaFFE, an election monitoring organization has been made Governor of Uva Province ...",positive,0.88220197
Global player to run bunkering in Sri Lanka’s Hambantota port,1/7/2019,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT – A global player in the bunkering business will be selected soon to supply ship fuel at Sri Lankaââ...,Global player to run bunkering in Sri Lanka’s Hambantota port ECONOMYNEXT – A global player in the bunkering business will be selected soon to supply ship fuel at Sri Lankaââ...,negative,-0.659740448
"Sri Lanka stocks close lower, rupee firmer",1/7/2019,Markets,Sri  Lanka stocks closed lower on Monday with turnover picking up from  from a 10-year low amid foreign sales.,"Sri Lanka stocks close lower, rupee firmer Sri  Lanka stocks closed lower on Monday with turnover picking up from  from a 10-year low amid foreign sales.",negative,-0.998467147
A committee to decide future of SriLankan Airlines,1/7/2019,Aviation,A committee headed by State Minister for Finance Eran Wickremeratne has been appointed to decide on the future of state-...,A committee to decide future of SriLankan Airlines A committee headed by State Minister for Finance Eran Wickremeratne has been appointed to decide on the future of state-...,positive,0.974836767
Sri Lanka stock exchange changes rules to list foreign firms,1/7/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s Colombo Stock Exchange said it has amended its listing rules to enable listing and trad...,Sri Lanka stock exchange changes rules to list foreign firms ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s Colombo Stock Exchange said it has amended its listing rules to enable listing and trad...,negative,-0.989034295
Sri Lanka unemployment down in third quarter 2018,1/7/2019,Economy,"Unemployment in Sri Lanka eased to 4.1 percent in the third quarter of 2018 from 4.2 percent a year earlier, reaching th...","Sri Lanka unemployment down in third quarter 2018 Unemployment in Sri Lanka eased to 4.1 percent in the third quarter of 2018 from 4.2 percent a year earlier, reaching th...",negative,-0.993912637
"Sri Lanka bonds dull, rupee steady",1/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened around 182.60/90 to the US dollars in the spot market Monday, around the same level as Friday's...","Sri Lanka bonds dull, rupee steady Sri Lanka's rupee opened around 182.60/90 to the US dollars in the spot market Monday, around the same level as Friday's...",negative,-0.993703902
Sri Lanka may face milk powder shortage with currency fall: report,1/7/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's may face a shortage of milk powder as a collapsing currency and price controls have left distributors with l...,Sri Lanka may face milk powder shortage with currency fall: report Sri Lanka's may face a shortage of milk powder as a collapsing currency and price controls have left distributors with l...,negative,-0.999635458
'A Star Is Born' expected to shine at Golden Globes,1/7/2019,International news,"Box office hit music romance ""A Star Is Born"" is the frontrunner going into Sunday's Golden Globes, the first Hollywood ...","'A Star Is Born' expected to shine at Golden Globes Box office hit music romance ""A Star Is Born"" is the frontrunner going into Sunday's Golden Globes, the first Hollywood ...",positive,0.996654749
Asia markets rally after Wall St surge as US-China trade talks begin,1/7/2019,International news,Asian markets rallied Monday after a blockbuster performance on Wall Street as US jobs data beat forecasts and the head ...,Asia markets rally after Wall St surge as US-China trade talks begin Asian markets rallied Monday after a blockbuster performance on Wall Street as US jobs data beat forecasts and the head ...,negative,-0.814865291
Sri Lanka's Hunas Falls soars amid take-over offer,1/7/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's Hunas Falls Hotels Plc, a hotel in Sri Lanka's knuckles mountain range has soared 19.3 percent amid a take-o...","Sri Lanka's Hunas Falls soars amid take-over offer Sri Lanka's Hunas Falls Hotels Plc, a hotel in Sri Lanka's knuckles mountain range has soared 19.3 percent amid a take-o...",positive,0.99893409
"Sri Lanka budget on March 05, vote on April 04",1/6/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is to present a budget for 2019 on March 05 based on a expenditure allocated on a Appropriations Bill which wi...,"Sri Lanka budget on March 05, vote on April 04 Sri Lanka is to present a budget for 2019 on March 05 based on a expenditure allocated on a Appropriations Bill which wi...",negative,-0.89269352
US Congress to see push to regulate Big Tech in 2019,1/6/2019,International news,"The newly installed US Congress is expected to see a fresh effort to develop new regulations for big technology firms, w...","US Congress to see push to regulate Big Tech in 2019 The newly installed US Congress is expected to see a fresh effort to develop new regulations for big technology firms, w...",positive,0.997925997
Sri Lanka based Hayleys Advantis to manage Abu Dhabi container depot,1/6/2019,Logistics,"Sri Lanka-based Hayleys Advantis said it had won a deal to manage a container depot in Abu Dhabi, built by UAE based Tru...","Sri Lanka based Hayleys Advantis to manage Abu Dhabi container depot Sri Lanka-based Hayleys Advantis said it had won a deal to manage a container depot in Abu Dhabi, built by UAE based Tru...",positive,0.925279081
"Mexican president declares few assets, shows bare wallet",1/5/2019,International news,Mexico's austerity-crusader President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said Friday his official declaration contained virtual...,"Mexican president declares few assets, shows bare wallet Mexico's austerity-crusader President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said Friday his official declaration contained virtual...",negative,-0.984935045
Sri Lanka hydro power up 87-pct amid rain,1/5/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka's hydro power output rose 87 percent from a year earlier to 3,428 GigaWatt hours in the nine months to Septemb...","Sri Lanka hydro power up 87-pct amid rain Sri Lanka's hydro power output rose 87 percent from a year earlier to 3,428 GigaWatt hours in the nine months to Septemb...",negative,-0.878685117
Sri Lanka’s central bank tightens supervision of financial groups,1/4/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT  -  Sri Lanka’s central bank said it had entered into agreements with capital markets and insurance s...,Sri Lanka’s central bank tightens supervision of financial groups ECONOMYNEXT  -  Sri Lanka’s central bank said it had entered into agreements with capital markets and insurance s...,negative,-0.972050488
Sri Lanka stocks up but turnover at a decade low,1/4/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.1 percent up but turnover was 64 million rupees, the lowest since 64 million rupees hit in N...","Sri Lanka stocks up but turnover at a decade low Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.1 percent up but turnover was 64 million rupees, the lowest since 64 million rupees hit in N...",negative,-0.994475543
Sri Lankan tea auction prices fall in 2018 from record high,1/4/2019,Agriculture,"ECONOMYNEXT  -  Sri Lankan tea auction average prices fell in 2018 from record highs the year before, including in US do...","Sri Lankan tea auction prices fall in 2018 from record high ECONOMYNEXT  -  Sri Lankan tea auction average prices fell in 2018 from record highs the year before, including in US do...",negative,-0.999001324
"Japan soft loan for Sri Lanka LRT at low interest, 40-yr payback",1/4/2019,Ground,ECONOMYNEXT  -  A 1.85 billion dollar equivalent loan offered by Japan to build a light rail transit system in Sri Lanka...,"Japan soft loan for Sri Lanka LRT at low interest, 40-yr payback ECONOMYNEXT  -  A 1.85 billion dollar equivalent loan offered by Japan to build a light rail transit system in Sri Lanka...",negative,-0.954236925
Sri Lanka to bring shareholder limits for non-bank lenders,1/4/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka central bank is considering bringing shareholding limits to non-bank finance companies to improve governance, ...","Sri Lanka to bring shareholder limits for non-bank lenders Sri Lanka central bank is considering bringing shareholding limits to non-bank finance companies to improve governance, ...",negative,-0.728224874
"Sri Lanka bonds opens lower, rupee steady, stocks firmer",1/4/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka bond yields were slightly down Friday, and the rupee opened steady around 182.80/183.10 to the US dollar in th...","Sri Lanka bonds opens lower, rupee steady, stocks firmer Sri Lanka bond yields were slightly down Friday, and the rupee opened steady around 182.80/183.10 to the US dollar in th...",negative,-0.978214264
Asia markets fall again as Trump nationalism hit tech firms,1/4/2019,International news,"There was no respite for Asian investors Friday as most regional markets suffered more losses, with Tokyo tanking three ...","Asia markets fall again as Trump nationalism hit tech firms There was no respite for Asian investors Friday as most regional markets suffered more losses, with Tokyo tanking three ...",negative,-0.999501109
Scientists boost plant yield by 40-pct with algae gene,1/4/2019,International news,"For years, researchers at the University of Illinois have been trying to find out whether it is possible to genetically ...","Scientists boost plant yield by 40-pct with algae gene For years, researchers at the University of Illinois have been trying to find out whether it is possible to genetically ...",negative,-0.912537932
Sri Lanka plans 2019 budget with 3.5-pct deficit,1/4/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved plans by Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera for a budget with a deficit ...,Sri Lanka plans 2019 budget with 3.5-pct deficit Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had approved plans by Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera for a budget with a deficit ...,negative,-0.985700488
Sri Lanka warned against election spending amid soft-peg trouble,1/4/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's central bank has warned the finance ministry against election spending in 2019, saying credit downgrades cou...","Sri Lanka warned against election spending amid soft-peg trouble Sri Lanka's central bank has warned the finance ministry against election spending in 2019, saying credit downgrades cou...",negative,-0.998972297
"Sri Lanka to get digital transit card for bus, rail transport",1/3/2019,Ground,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s central bank is working to help introduce a digital transit card to be used in b...,"Sri Lanka to get digital transit card for bus, rail transport ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s central bank is working to help introduce a digital transit card to be used in b...",positive,0.619410455
Eurozone firms and households borrow more in November,1/3/2019,International news,"Growth in lending to eurozone firms and households picked up in November, the penultimate month of a key element in the ...","Eurozone firms and households borrow more in November Growth in lending to eurozone firms and households picked up in November, the penultimate month of a key element in the ...",positive,0.630762637
"Sri Lanka preparing for sovereign bond, state banks loans to go ahead",1/3/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is preparing the groundwork to sell a sovereign bond at a suitable time Central Bank Governor Indrajit Coomara...,"Sri Lanka preparing for sovereign bond, state banks loans to go ahead Sri Lanka is preparing the groundwork to sell a sovereign bond at a suitable time Central Bank Governor Indrajit Coomara...",positive,0.976490378
"Sri Lankan stocks close lower, foreign selling in JKH",1/3/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan stocks closed lower Thursday with the benchmark index dragged lower by losses in Dialog ...,"Sri Lankan stocks close lower, foreign selling in JKH ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan stocks closed lower Thursday with the benchmark index dragged lower by losses in Dialog ...",negative,-0.999240398
"Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 10.3-pct in 2018, earnings down",1/3/2019,Business,"Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka grew 10.3 percent from a year earlier to 2.3 million visitors in 2018, missing an annual t...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 10.3-pct in 2018, earnings down Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka grew 10.3 percent from a year earlier to 2.3 million visitors in 2018, missing an annual t...",negative,-0.997489333
Asia markets mostly lower as tech firms soured by Apple,1/3/2019,International news,Most Asian markets extended the previous day's sharp losses Thursday with technology firms tumbling after Apple slashed ...,Asia markets mostly lower as tech firms soured by Apple Most Asian markets extended the previous day's sharp losses Thursday with technology firms tumbling after Apple slashed ...,negative,-0.999537706
Sri Lanka to sign loan agreement with Japan for light rail,1/3/2019,Ground,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government is to sign an agreement with the Japanese aid agency, Japan Internati...","Sri Lanka to sign loan agreement with Japan for light rail ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government is to sign an agreement with the Japanese aid agency, Japan Internati...",negative,-0.946351886
Sri Lanka monetary policy now focused on soft-peg,1/3/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is keeping its policy interest rate at 9.0 percent despite low inflation and weak growth to counter pressure o...,Sri Lanka monetary policy now focused on soft-peg Sri Lanka is keeping its policy interest rate at 9.0 percent despite low inflation and weak growth to counter pressure o...,negative,-0.971822202
"Sri Lanka bond yields up on selling pressure, rupee firmer",1/3/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened slightly weaker on Thursday from a day earlier, while bond yields were largely unchanged, deale...","Sri Lanka bond yields up on selling pressure, rupee firmer Sri Lanka's rupee opened slightly weaker on Thursday from a day earlier, while bond yields were largely unchanged, deale...",negative,-0.994359553
Sri Lanka to be 'brutal' on finance companies that lose capital,1/3/2019,Banking,"ECONOMYNEXT  - Sri Lanka will act fast to resolve problems of finance companies that fall short of capital, Central Bank...","Sri Lanka to be 'brutal' on finance companies that lose capital ECONOMYNEXT  - Sri Lanka will act fast to resolve problems of finance companies that fall short of capital, Central Bank...",positive,0.709967196
Sri Lanka to get US$400mn RBI swap line shortly: CB Governor,1/2/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is expecting to get a 400 million dollars swap line from India shortly, Central Bank Governor Indrajit Coomara...","Sri Lanka to get US$400mn RBI swap line shortly: CB Governor Sri Lanka is expecting to get a 400 million dollars swap line from India shortly, Central Bank Governor Indrajit Coomara...",negative,-0.996006906
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields ease at auction,1/2/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasury bill yields eased at Wednesday's action with the 12-month yield falling 21 basis points to 10.99 pe...,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields ease at auction Sri Lanka's Treasury bill yields eased at Wednesday's action with the 12-month yield falling 21 basis points to 10.99 pe...,negative,-0.977482617
Sri Lanka Central Bank refutes President’s bond claims,1/2/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka’s Central Bank Wednesday rejected President Maithripala Sirisena’s allegation that over one thou...,Sri Lanka Central Bank refutes President’s bond claims Sri Lanka’s Central Bank Wednesday rejected President Maithripala Sirisena’s allegation that over one thou...,negative,-0.992706716
Sri Lanka mulls extending IMF deal amid soft-peg trouble,1/2/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka may extend an International Monetary Fund program which due to end in the first half of 2019, as the central b...","Sri Lanka mulls extending IMF deal amid soft-peg trouble Sri Lanka may extend an International Monetary Fund program which due to end in the first half of 2019, as the central b...",negative,-0.99173224
Sri Lanka to tighten ownership limits in banks,1/2/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka will tighten share ownership limits of Sri Lankan banks along with stricter qualifications for key management ...,Sri Lanka to tighten ownership limits in banks Sri Lanka will tighten share ownership limits of Sri Lankan banks along with stricter qualifications for key management ...,negative,-0.686537504
Sri Lanka to halve foreign investor limit of rupee Treasuries,1/2/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka will cut the volume of rupee bonds foreigners can hold from 10 percent of total outstanding to 5 percent, Cent...","Sri Lanka to halve foreign investor limit of rupee Treasuries Sri Lanka will cut the volume of rupee bonds foreigners can hold from 10 percent of total outstanding to 5 percent, Cent...",negative,-0.991504133
Japanese experts help Sri Lanka update monetary laws,1/2/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka has received Japanese legal expertise to review and amend laws relating to monetary policy, Centr...","Japanese experts help Sri Lanka update monetary laws ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka has received Japanese legal expertise to review and amend laws relating to monetary policy, Centr...",positive,0.988134086
Sri Lanka looks to complete IMF program in 2019: CB Governor,1/2/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is hoping to complete a 3-year program with the International Monetary Fund  1.5 billion dollar balance of pay...,Sri Lanka looks to complete IMF program in 2019: CB Governor Sri Lanka is hoping to complete a 3-year program with the International Monetary Fund  1.5 billion dollar balance of pay...,negative,-0.952501893
Sri Lanka bondscam suspects from Perpetual Treasuries released on bail,1/2/2019,Legal,Key suspects in Sri Lanka's biggest securities scam involving rigged bond auctions and dumping securities on pension fun...,Sri Lanka bondscam suspects from Perpetual Treasuries released on bail Key suspects in Sri Lanka's biggest securities scam involving rigged bond auctions and dumping securities on pension fun...,negative,-0.990020633
Australia closes controversial detention centre,1/2/2019,International news,"Australia announced the closure of Melbourne's controversial Maribyrnong detention centre on Wednesday, one of several f...","Australia closes controversial detention centre Australia announced the closure of Melbourne's controversial Maribyrnong detention centre on Wednesday, one of several f...",negative,-0.995940804
Sri Lanka maize output expected to be up 61-pct,1/2/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's maize output for 2018 is estimated to top 300,000 metric tonnes, up 61 percent from 2017 when the country we...","Sri Lanka maize output expected to be up 61-pct Sri Lanka's maize output for 2018 is estimated to top 300,000 metric tonnes, up 61 percent from 2017 when the country we...",positive,0.899890184
"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat after intra-day rise, bonds flat",1/1/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed around 182.80/183.00 around the same as a day earlier, after a sudden rise intra-day in the fir...","Sri Lanka rupee ends flat after intra-day rise, bonds flat Sri Lanka's rupee closed around 182.80/183.00 around the same as a day earlier, after a sudden rise intra-day in the fir...",negative,-0.999680877
Sri Lanka's Horton Place to see US$5mn serviced apartment,1/1/2019,Business,"A 5.17 million US dollar serviced apartment will be build in Horton Place, an upmarket suburb in Sri Lanka's capital Col...","Sri Lanka's Horton Place to see US$5mn serviced apartment A 5.17 million US dollar serviced apartment will be build in Horton Place, an upmarket suburb in Sri Lanka's capital Col...",positive,0.979842126
Sri Lanka looks to resume deal with IMF,1/1/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is looking to resume talks with the International Monetary Fund after a three year deal suspended as the centr...,Sri Lanka looks to resume deal with IMF Sri Lanka is looking to resume talks with the International Monetary Fund after a three year deal suspended as the centr...,negative,-0.99615854
Markets stagger towards end of worst year since financial crisis,1/1/2019,Economy,"World stock markets staggered Monday towards the end of their worst year since the global financial crisis a decade ago,...","Markets stagger towards end of worst year since financial crisis World stock markets staggered Monday towards the end of their worst year since the global financial crisis a decade ago,...",negative,-0.999435127
Sri Lanka approves $5mn hotel investments in 3Q18,1/1/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka has given final approval for 11 new hotels worth 5 million dollars in September compared to 10 projects worth ...,Sri Lanka approves $5mn hotel investments in 3Q18 Sri Lanka has given final approval for 11 new hotels worth 5 million dollars in September compared to 10 projects worth ...,positive,0.864881814
Sri Lanka's Colombo Port container volumes up 13-pct to 7mn,12/31/2018,Logistics,"Sri Lanka's Colombo Port has handled 7 million containers by December 30 2018, up 13.2 from a year earlier, the state po...","Sri Lanka's Colombo Port container volumes up 13-pct to 7mn Sri Lanka's Colombo Port has handled 7 million containers by December 30 2018, up 13.2 from a year earlier, the state po...",negative,-0.773488402
"Sri Lanka stocks fall 5-pct in 2018, outperforms major markets",12/31/2018,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks have fallen 5 percent over 2018, outperforming major markets in the world which were battered in the ...","Sri Lanka stocks fall 5-pct in 2018, outperforms major markets Sri Lanka's stocks have fallen 5 percent over 2018, outperforming major markets in the world which were battered in the ...",negative,-0.997502863
NASA spaceship zooms toward farthest world ever photographed,12/31/2018,International news,"A NASA spaceship is zooming toward the farthest, and quite possibly the oldest, cosmic body ever photographed by humanki...","NASA spaceship zooms toward farthest world ever photographed A NASA spaceship is zooming toward the farthest, and quite possibly the oldest, cosmic body ever photographed by humanki...",positive,0.943861961
Sri Lanka inflation in 2018 recorded at 2.8-pct,12/31/2018,Economy,"Sri Lanka has ended 2018 with inflation of 2.8 percent in 2018, measured by the Colombo Consumer Price Index, with infla...","Sri Lanka inflation in 2018 recorded at 2.8-pct Sri Lanka has ended 2018 with inflation of 2.8 percent in 2018, measured by the Colombo Consumer Price Index, with infla...",negative,-0.988704145
Cargo throughput up 13-pct at Sri Lanka’s CICT facility,12/31/2018,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Colombo International Container Terminals (CICT) said it handled 2.65 million tw...,Cargo throughput up 13-pct at Sri Lanka’s CICT facility ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Colombo International Container Terminals (CICT) said it handled 2.65 million tw...,negative,-0.958462656
Sri Lanka impermanent Treasury secretary takes up duties,12/31/2018,Economy,H H R Samaratunga who was re-appointed as impermanent Treasury Secretary by President Maithripala Sirisena had assumed d...,Sri Lanka impermanent Treasury secretary takes up duties H H R Samaratunga who was re-appointed as impermanent Treasury Secretary by President Maithripala Sirisena had assumed d...,negative,-0.94367677
Oil slightly up as Asian markets limp,12/31/2018,International news,"Hong Kong headed for a positive end to a tough year Monday, with the Hang Seng rising after US President Donald Trump ha...","Oil slightly up as Asian markets limp Hong Kong headed for a positive end to a tough year Monday, with the Hang Seng rising after US President Donald Trump ha...",negative,-0.749949872
"Sri Lanka, rupee, bonds opens wider on last market day",12/31/2018,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted wide at 182.90/30 to the US dollar in the spot market after dropping on Friday, while bonds...","Sri Lanka, rupee, bonds opens wider on last market day Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted wide at 182.90/30 to the US dollar in the spot market after dropping on Friday, while bonds...",negative,-0.80610472
Prolonged US shutdown threatens to unsettle economy,12/31/2018,International news,"The paralysis triggered by the US government shutdown could have unexpected consequences, such as muddying economic stat...","Prolonged US shutdown threatens to unsettle economy The paralysis triggered by the US government shutdown could have unexpected consequences, such as muddying economic stat...",negative,-0.999454558
Sri Lanka bank credit soars above Rs100bn for past three months,12/31/2018,Economy,Sri Lanka's credit from the banking system has soared above 100 billion rupees a month for three months till November 20...,Sri Lanka bank credit soars above Rs100bn for past three months Sri Lanka's credit from the banking system has soared above 100 billion rupees a month for three months till November 20...,positive,0.981761515
Wells Fargo in $575 mn US settlement on consumer ills,12/29/2018,International news,Wells Fargo agreed to a $575 million nationwide settlement over its opening of millions of unauthorized customer account...,Wells Fargo in $575 mn US settlement on consumer ills Wells Fargo agreed to a $575 million nationwide settlement over its opening of millions of unauthorized customer account...,negative,-0.995360911
Sri Lanka President concedes state media institutions to UNP,12/29/2018,Political News,President Maithripala Sirsiena has allocated all state media institutions to the ministry of Finance and Media ending sp...,Sri Lanka President concedes state media institutions to UNP President Maithripala Sirsiena has allocated all state media institutions to the ministry of Finance and Media ending sp...,negative,-0.970896602
Austria to press ahead with digital tax: chancellor,12/29/2018,International news,"Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz vowed Saturday to press ahead with a tax on large internet and technology companies, ...","Austria to press ahead with digital tax: chancellor Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz vowed Saturday to press ahead with a tax on large internet and technology companies, ...",positive,0.570707202
"Sri Lanka fuel prices fall 17.9-pct, regulated bus fares down 4.2-pct",12/29/2018,Ground,Sri Lanka bus fares which were raised by state regulation three times this year have come down by 6 percent after a fuel...,"Sri Lanka fuel prices fall 17.9-pct, regulated bus fares down 4.2-pct Sri Lanka bus fares which were raised by state regulation three times this year have come down by 6 percent after a fuel...",negative,-0.999343455
"Sri Lankan stocks down, foreign inflow for the week",12/28/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan stocks ended weaker Friday in thin trade with continued foreign selling in John Keells H...,"Sri Lankan stocks down, foreign inflow for the week ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan stocks ended weaker Friday in thin trade with continued foreign selling in John Keells H...",negative,-0.999242067
Sri Lanka bonds unchanged after rate decision; stocks down,12/28/2018,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka bond rates remained broadly unchanged Friday, after the central bank announced that it would keep its policy r...","Sri Lanka bonds unchanged after rate decision; stocks down Sri Lanka bond rates remained broadly unchanged Friday, after the central bank announced that it would keep its policy r...",negative,-0.822948277
Sri Lanka holds rates; credit up amid sterilized forex interventions,12/28/2018,Economy,"Sri Lanka's central bank held rates in December at 9.0 percent, while credit to the state and private sector accelerated...","Sri Lanka holds rates; credit up amid sterilized forex interventions Sri Lanka's central bank held rates in December at 9.0 percent, while credit to the state and private sector accelerated...",positive,0.894971669
Ton for Latham as New Zealand post daunting target,12/28/2018,Culture,Tom Latham produced his eighth Test century as New Zealand continued to forge a huge lead over Sri Lanka in the second T...,Ton for Latham as New Zealand post daunting target Tom Latham produced his eighth Test century as New Zealand continued to forge a huge lead over Sri Lanka in the second T...,positive,0.998555243
US stocks end higher after late surge as European bourses stumble,12/28/2018,International news,Wall Street stocks finished solidly higher Thursday following a late session surge after European markets suffered deep ...,US stocks end higher after late surge as European bourses stumble Wall Street stocks finished solidly higher Thursday following a late session surge after European markets suffered deep ...,positive,0.874887526
Marella Cruises vessel calls at Sri Lanka's Colombo port,12/28/2018,Logistics,"Marella Cruises vessel M V Marella Discovery had called at Sri Lanka's Colombo Port with complement of 1,732 passengers ...","Marella Cruises vessel calls at Sri Lanka's Colombo port Marella Cruises vessel M V Marella Discovery had called at Sri Lanka's Colombo Port with complement of 1,732 passengers ...",positive,0.649440765
Tokyo's Nikkei closes up more than 3.8% following NY rally,12/27/2018,International news,"Tokyo's benchmark Nikkei index closed more than 3.8 percent higher on Thursday, with investors heartened by Wall Street'...","Tokyo's Nikkei closes up more than 3.8% following NY rally Tokyo's benchmark Nikkei index closed more than 3.8 percent higher on Thursday, with investors heartened by Wall Street'...",positive,0.549661696
Childcare subsidies will make Sri Lanka grow faster: IFC,12/27/2018,Economy,The Sri Lankan economy would grow faster with more female participation in the labour force if the government subsidized...,Childcare subsidies will make Sri Lanka grow faster: IFC The Sri Lankan economy would grow faster with more female participation in the labour force if the government subsidized...,negative,-0.743688762
Brilliant Boult 'in the groove' as New Zealand take full control,12/27/2018,Culture,"Chief destroyer Trent Boult felt he was ""in the groove"" as his sublime six-wicket spell, backed by half-centuries from T...","Brilliant Boult 'in the groove' as New Zealand take full control Chief destroyer Trent Boult felt he was ""in the groove"" as his sublime six-wicket spell, backed by half-centuries from T...",positive,0.999658108
"US stocks gain more in rebound, Dow +3.4%",12/27/2018,International news,"Wall Street stocks rallied on Wednesday afternoon, shaking off four straight routs following strong retail sales data an...","US stocks gain more in rebound, Dow +3.4% Wall Street stocks rallied on Wednesday afternoon, shaking off four straight routs following strong retail sales data an...",negative,-0.894589305
Sri Lanka fiscal data delayed amid political crisis,12/27/2018,Economy,"Sri Lanka's fiscal data releases have been delayed following a political crisis, which derailed a budget which is usuall...","Sri Lanka fiscal data delayed amid political crisis Sri Lanka's fiscal data releases have been delayed following a political crisis, which derailed a budget which is usuall...",negative,-0.999390006
"Sri Lanka stocks down, crossings dominate trade",12/26/2018,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed lower on Wednesday despite foreign buying, with locals selling Melstacorp Plc and Ceylinco Insur...","Sri Lanka stocks down, crossings dominate trade Sri Lanka stocks closed lower on Wednesday despite foreign buying, with locals selling Melstacorp Plc and Ceylinco Insur...",negative,-0.998960018
"Sri Lanka is not Greece, it is a Latin America style soft-peg: Bellwether",12/26/2018,Bellwether,"There are pronouncements that Sri Lanka is like Greece from both sides of the political divide, but that is not correct.","Sri Lanka is not Greece, it is a Latin America style soft-peg: Bellwether There are pronouncements that Sri Lanka is like Greece from both sides of the political divide, but that is not correct.",negative,-0.989128172
Tokyo stocks rebound after Christmas slump,12/26/2018,International news,"Japanese stocks recovered slightly on Wednesday after suffering their worst finish in almost two years, but other Asian ...","Tokyo stocks rebound after Christmas slump Japanese stocks recovered slightly on Wednesday after suffering their worst finish in almost two years, but other Asian ...",negative,-0.95397222
"Sri Lanka rupee opens wide, gilts flat, stocks down",12/26/2018,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted wide at 181.45/75 on the dollar after hitting an all-time low of 181.67 on Monday while bon...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens wide, gilts flat, stocks down Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted wide at 181.45/75 on the dollar after hitting an all-time low of 181.67 on Monday while bon...",negative,-0.997759938
"Flash floods in northern Sri Lanka recede, clean up commences",12/26/2018,Environment,"Flash floods in northern Sri Lanka which claimed one life and left more than 11,000 homeless, damaged crops, have subsid...","Flash floods in northern Sri Lanka recede, clean up commences Flash floods in northern Sri Lanka which claimed one life and left more than 11,000 homeless, damaged crops, have subsid...",negative,-0.827531755
Sri Lanka’s ex-ambassador to Washington scores own goal,12/25/2018,Political News,While Sri Lanka’s former ambassador to Washington Jaliya Wickramasuriya is battling to reinstate his immunity to ...,Sri Lanka’s ex-ambassador to Washington scores own goal While Sri Lanka’s former ambassador to Washington Jaliya Wickramasuriya is battling to reinstate his immunity to ...,negative,-0.988586485
"Prayers, fear in tsunami-struck Indonesian towns as toll tops 400",12/25/2018,International news,"A small Christmas service was held near a stretch of Indonesia's tsunami-struck coastline Tuesday, as panicked residents...","Prayers, fear in tsunami-struck Indonesian towns as toll tops 400 A small Christmas service was held near a stretch of Indonesia's tsunami-struck coastline Tuesday, as panicked residents...",negative,-0.98355788
"Pope urges peace, 'fraternity' as millions celebrate Christmas",12/25/2018,Culture,"Pope Francis called for peace and ""fraternity"" among peoples, as millions across the world celebrated Christmas on Tuesd...","Pope urges peace, 'fraternity' as millions celebrate Christmas Pope Francis called for peace and ""fraternity"" among peoples, as millions across the world celebrated Christmas on Tuesd...",negative,-0.85507071
Sri Lanka coup hastens prosecution of Rajapaksa envoy to Washington,12/24/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka’s October coup that brought former president Mahinda Rajapaksa briefly back to power may have backfired...,Sri Lanka coup hastens prosecution of Rajapaksa envoy to Washington Sri Lanka’s October coup that brought former president Mahinda Rajapaksa briefly back to power may have backfired...,negative,-0.997264981
"Sri Lankan stocks up, foreign selling in Dialog Axiata",12/24/2018,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s stock market closed higher Monday with foreign investors net sellers, the sellin...","Sri Lankan stocks up, foreign selling in Dialog Axiata ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s stock market closed higher Monday with foreign investors net sellers, the sellin...",negative,-0.989540637
Sri Lanka's Lighthouse Hotel in Rs450mn upgrade,12/24/2018,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Lighthouse Hotel said it will invest 450 million rupees to refurbish and upgrade...,Sri Lanka's Lighthouse Hotel in Rs450mn upgrade ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Lighthouse Hotel said it will invest 450 million rupees to refurbish and upgrade...,negative,-0.834550619
Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port enters vessel lay-up business,12/24/2018,Logistics,Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port said it has attracted the first vessel for lay-up with a drillship to be moored at the port ...,Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port enters vessel lay-up business Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port said it has attracted the first vessel for lay-up with a drillship to be moored at the port ...,positive,0.961811006
Asia stocks fall despite Mnuchin's weekend triage,12/24/2018,International news,Asian stocks fell in early trade Monday despite a weekend call by Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin to top US banking ex...,Asia stocks fall despite Mnuchin's weekend triage Asian stocks fell in early trade Monday despite a weekend call by Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin to top US banking ex...,negative,-0.999397159
"Sri Lanka rupee opens wider, markets quiet ahead of Christmas",12/24/2018,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted wide at 181.20/60 to the US dollar in the spot market from Fridays 181.30/40 percent in mor...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens wider, markets quiet ahead of Christmas Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted wide at 181.20/60 to the US dollar in the spot market from Fridays 181.30/40 percent in mor...",negative,-0.913830459
China mulls new foreign investment law: state media,12/24/2018,International news,"Beijing, China | AFP | China's legislature is considering a new law governing foreign investment that will streamline ex...","China mulls new foreign investment law: state media Beijing, China | AFP | China's legislature is considering a new law governing foreign investment that will streamline ex...",negative,-0.997279227
US share buybacks at records despite congressional griping,12/24/2018,International news,"New York, United States | AFP | US corporate share repurchases keep setting new records, a trend some experts expect to ...","US share buybacks at records despite congressional griping New York, United States | AFP | US corporate share repurchases keep setting new records, a trend some experts expect to ...",positive,0.98868984
Sri Lankan freight forwarders see margin pressure from liner consolidation,12/24/2018,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT – Consolidation among container shipping lines trying revive profitability is likely to squeeze profi...,Sri Lankan freight forwarders see margin pressure from liner consolidation ECONOMYNEXT – Consolidation among container shipping lines trying revive profitability is likely to squeeze profi...,negative,-0.998137712
Sri Lanka’s Ports Ministry gets industry professional as secretary,12/24/2018,Logistics,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena has appointed Parakrama Dissanayake, chairman of Sri Lank...","Sri Lanka’s Ports Ministry gets industry professional as secretary ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena has appointed Parakrama Dissanayake, chairman of Sri Lank...",positive,0.789173663
Sri Lanka's tea output seen recovering to 300mn kg in 2018,12/23/2018,Agriculture,"ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's tea production is likely to be around 300 million kilos in 2018, Forbes & Walker Tea Brokers sa...","Sri Lanka's tea output seen recovering to 300mn kg in 2018 ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's tea production is likely to be around 300 million kilos in 2018, Forbes & Walker Tea Brokers sa...",negative,-0.986929893
Sri Lanka averts $1.5bn foreign debt default,12/22/2018,Economy,"Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | The Sri Lankan government Friday secured parliamentary approval to avert a debt default of $1...","Sri Lanka averts $1.5bn foreign debt default Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | The Sri Lankan government Friday secured parliamentary approval to avert a debt default of $1...",negative,-0.693524897
Sri Lanka President swears in non-cabinet ministers,12/22/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena swore in a set of non-cabinet, state and deputy ministers last night at the Pre...","Sri Lanka President swears in non-cabinet ministers Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena swore in a set of non-cabinet, state and deputy ministers last night at the Pre...",negative,-0.95074892
French rugby proposes lowering tackle height to waist level,12/22/2018,International news,"Paris, France | AFP |  The French Rugby Federation (FFR) and the French National League (LNR) have proposed to World Rug...","French rugby proposes lowering tackle height to waist level Paris, France | AFP |  The French Rugby Federation (FFR) and the French National League (LNR) have proposed to World Rug...",negative,-0.931047559
"Sri Lanka’s October trade gap widens, tea, garment exports down",12/22/2018,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's trade deficit widened significantly in October 2018 to 903 billion US dollars from 752 million ...,"Sri Lanka’s October trade gap widens, tea, garment exports down ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's trade deficit widened significantly in October 2018 to 903 billion US dollars from 752 million ...",negative,-0.96621567
Sri Lanka national inflation picks up to 1.0-pct in November,12/21/2018,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's nation-wide inflation picked up to 1.0 percent in the 12-months to November 2018 from 0.1 perce...,Sri Lanka national inflation picks up to 1.0-pct in November ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's nation-wide inflation picked up to 1.0 percent in the 12-months to November 2018 from 0.1 perce...,negative,-0.978954792
"Softlogic Life Insurance, Lanka IOC in S&P Sri Lanka 20 Index",12/21/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has included Softlogic Life Insurance and Lanka Indian Oil Corpora...,"Softlogic Life Insurance, Lanka IOC in S&P Sri Lanka 20 Index ECONOMYNEXT – The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has included Softlogic Life Insurance and Lanka Indian Oil Corpora...",negative,-0.863337457
IV fluids plant to be set up in Sri Lanka industrial park,12/21/2018,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – An intravenous (IV) fluids manufacturing plant is to be set up in an industrial park in central Sri...,IV fluids plant to be set up in Sri Lanka industrial park ECONOMYNEXT – An intravenous (IV) fluids manufacturing plant is to be set up in an industrial park in central Sri...,negative,-0.974659204
Sri Lanka crisis proved parliament had control of finances: PM,12/21/2018,Economy,Sri Lanka has presented an interim budget for the first four months of 2019 to parliament Friday following the delay of ...,Sri Lanka crisis proved parliament had control of finances: PM Sri Lanka has presented an interim budget for the first four months of 2019 to parliament Friday following the delay of ...,negative,-0.988318264
Hilton to manage US$12mn beach resort near Sri Lanka wildlife park,12/21/2018,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s investment promotion agency has approved construction of a beach resort near the...,Hilton to manage US$12mn beach resort near Sri Lanka wildlife park ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s investment promotion agency has approved construction of a beach resort near the...,positive,0.592187643
"Sri Lanka cuts petrol to Rs125 a litre, diesel Rs101",12/21/2018,Energy,"Sri Lanka is cutting the price of a litre of petrol to 125 rupees a litre from 135 rupees, with a pricing formula coming...","Sri Lanka cuts petrol to Rs125 a litre, diesel Rs101 Sri Lanka is cutting the price of a litre of petrol to 125 rupees a litre from 135 rupees, with a pricing formula coming...",negative,-0.995186031
"Americans have grown fatter, shorter since 1999: US data",12/21/2018,International news,"Washington, United States | AFP | Americans have got fatter over the past two decades, adding girth to their bellies and...","Americans have grown fatter, shorter since 1999: US data Washington, United States | AFP | Americans have got fatter over the past two decades, adding girth to their bellies and...",negative,-0.826259613
Sri Lanka President to appoint new 'impermanent' secretaries,12/21/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka President is expected to appoint 'impermanent' secretaries shortly after the appointment of cabinet ministers ...,Sri Lanka President to appoint new 'impermanent' secretaries Sri Lanka President is expected to appoint 'impermanent' secretaries shortly after the appointment of cabinet ministers ...,negative,-0.982132852
Altria takes stake in Juul e-cigarettes for $12.8 bn,12/21/2018,International news,"US tobacco giant Altria, maker of major brands such as Marlboro and Chesterfield, announced Thursday that it will buy a ...","Altria takes stake in Juul e-cigarettes for $12.8 bn US tobacco giant Altria, maker of major brands such as Marlboro and Chesterfield, announced Thursday that it will buy a ...",negative,-0.890658379
"Global stocks battered amid US budget brawl, Brent at $55",12/21/2018,International news,Global stocks plunged Thursday as worries about a possible US government shutdown compounded fears of slowing global gro...,"Global stocks battered amid US budget brawl, Brent at $55 Global stocks plunged Thursday as worries about a possible US government shutdown compounded fears of slowing global gro...",negative,-0.998755455
Sri Lanka busts half a billion dollars on soft-peg during 'coup',12/21/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka has spent half a billion US dollars to defend a soft-peg on the rupee in November 2018, during a so-called 'co...","Sri Lanka busts half a billion dollars on soft-peg during 'coup' Sri Lanka has spent half a billion US dollars to defend a soft-peg on the rupee in November 2018, during a so-called 'co...",negative,-0.997695506
"Sri Lankan stocks down, foreign selling in JKH",12/20/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s stock market closed lower Thursday with foreign selling in John Keells Holdings ...,"Sri Lankan stocks down, foreign selling in JKH ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s stock market closed lower Thursday with foreign selling in John Keells Holdings ...",negative,-0.998594463
Sri Lanka’s LSEG Technology improves Singapore Exchange’s settlement services,12/20/2018,ICT,"ECONOMYNEXT - LSEG Technology, a Sri Lanka-based unit of London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG), formerly known as Millenniu...","Sri Lanka’s LSEG Technology improves Singapore Exchange’s settlement services ECONOMYNEXT - LSEG Technology, a Sri Lanka-based unit of London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG), formerly known as Millenniu...",positive,0.996038795
Sri Lanka's markets regulator upgrades qualification framework,12/20/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s capital markets regulator said it was updating its training programs and certifi...,Sri Lanka's markets regulator upgrades qualification framework ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s capital markets regulator said it was updating its training programs and certifi...,positive,0.683385313
Sri Lanka’s Commercial Bank to raise Rs7.5bn through debenture issue,12/20/2018,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Commercial Bank of Ceylon said it plans to raise 7.5 billion rupees through a ne...,Sri Lanka’s Commercial Bank to raise Rs7.5bn through debenture issue ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Commercial Bank of Ceylon said it plans to raise 7.5 billion rupees through a ne...,negative,-0.954119503
Sri Lanka interim budget to parliament on Dec21,12/20/2018,Economy,"Sri Lanka will present an interim budget or vote-on-account to parliament on December 21, which will cover spending for ...","Sri Lanka interim budget to parliament on Dec21 Sri Lanka will present an interim budget or vote-on-account to parliament on December 21, which will cover spending for ...",negative,-0.630068541
Sri Lanka to revise fuel prices on formula Friday,12/20/2018,Energy,"Sri Lanka will announce new fuel prices based on lower world prices on Friday, bringing back formula pricing, Finance Mi...","Sri Lanka to revise fuel prices on formula Friday Sri Lanka will announce new fuel prices based on lower world prices on Friday, bringing back formula pricing, Finance Mi...",negative,-0.972655177
Sri Lanka's new cabinet passes vote-on-account,12/20/2018,Economy,Sri Lanka's newly appointed cabinet of ministers had passed a proposal for a vote on account to allow state spending fro...,Sri Lanka's new cabinet passes vote-on-account Sri Lanka's newly appointed cabinet of ministers had passed a proposal for a vote on account to allow state spending fro...,negative,-0.929308355
Sri Lanka swears in cabinet,12/20/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has sworn in a new cabinet in an uneasy cohabitation administration with Prim...,Sri Lanka swears in cabinet Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has sworn in a new cabinet in an uneasy cohabitation administration with Prim...,negative,-0.984016895
"Police nets navy spies at court, assassination plot feared",12/20/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka’s police detained two navy intelligence officers at the Fort magistrate’s court Wednesday amid f...,"Police nets navy spies at court, assassination plot feared Sri Lanka’s police detained two navy intelligence officers at the Fort magistrate’s court Wednesday amid f...",negative,-0.995845973
"US Federal Reserve raises lending rate, signals slower pace ahead",12/20/2018,International news,"The US Federal Reserve raised the benchmark interest rate on Wednesday, staking its independence despite repeated attack...","US Federal Reserve raises lending rate, signals slower pace ahead The US Federal Reserve raised the benchmark interest rate on Wednesday, staking its independence despite repeated attack...",negative,-0.974590242
Mangala to retain Sri Lanka finance ministry,12/19/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka’s new cabinet is expected to be sworn in Thursday with Mangala Samaraweera retaining the finance and me...,Mangala to retain Sri Lanka finance ministry Sri Lanka’s new cabinet is expected to be sworn in Thursday with Mangala Samaraweera retaining the finance and me...,positive,0.937547207
Sri Lanka’s Hayleys Advantis opens distribution hub,12/19/2018,Ground,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Hayleys group said its Hayleys Advantis logistics arm had commissioned its large...,Sri Lanka’s Hayleys Advantis opens distribution hub ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Hayleys group said its Hayleys Advantis logistics arm had commissioned its large...,negative,-0.966023266
Sri Lanka’s SAGT nearly doubles design capacity handling 2mn containers,12/19/2018,Logistics,"ECONOMYNEXT – South Asia Gateway Terminals (Pvt) Ltd (SAGT), Sri Lanka’s first private terminal in Colombo...","Sri Lanka’s SAGT nearly doubles design capacity handling 2mn containers ECONOMYNEXT – South Asia Gateway Terminals (Pvt) Ltd (SAGT), Sri Lanka’s first private terminal in Colombo...",positive,0.902118623
"Sri Lanka stocks up, rupee weakens",12/19/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s stock market closed higher Wednesday with continued foreign selling in John Keel...,"Sri Lanka stocks up, rupee weakens ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s stock market closed higher Wednesday with continued foreign selling in John Keel...",negative,-0.999049842
Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasury yield falls to 11.20-pct,12/19/2018,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasury bill yield fell 04 basis points to 11.20 percent at an auction Wednesday com...,Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasury yield falls to 11.20-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasury bill yield fell 04 basis points to 11.20 percent at an auction Wednesday com...,negative,-0.99949944
Leapfrog group buys Sri Lanka Soflogic Life Insurance stake from FMO,12/19/2018,Finance,A 19-percent stake in Sri Lanka's Softlogic Life Insurance has been sold by the Netherlands-based FMO to the Leapfrog In...,Leapfrog group buys Sri Lanka Soflogic Life Insurance stake from FMO A 19-percent stake in Sri Lanka's Softlogic Life Insurance has been sold by the Netherlands-based FMO to the Leapfrog In...,negative,-0.984309316
Sri Lanka has two opposition leaders: TNA chief,12/19/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's Tami National Alliance Chief R Sampathan questioned whether there were two opposition leaders in parliament,...","Sri Lanka has two opposition leaders: TNA chief Sri Lanka's Tami National Alliance Chief R Sampathan questioned whether there were two opposition leaders in parliament,...",negative,-0.969442487
Big stake sold in Sri Lanka’s Softlogic Insurance for Rs2.18bn,12/19/2018,Finance,ECONOMYNEXT – A big stake in Sri Lanka’s Softlogic Life Insurance changed hands on the Colombo bourse Wedn...,Big stake sold in Sri Lanka’s Softlogic Insurance for Rs2.18bn ECONOMYNEXT – A big stake in Sri Lanka’s Softlogic Life Insurance changed hands on the Colombo bourse Wedn...,negative,-0.977720797
Rohan Samarajiva wins ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ from Sri Lanka Telecom,12/19/2018,ICT,"ECONOMYNEXT - Rohan Samarajiva, founding chairperson of LIRNEasia, a think-tank, was awarded the Sri Lanka Telecom â€...","Rohan Samarajiva wins ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ from Sri Lanka Telecom ECONOMYNEXT - Rohan Samarajiva, founding chairperson of LIRNEasia, a think-tank, was awarded the Sri Lanka Telecom â€...",positive,0.995750308
FactCheck - Sri Lanka President spreading false view of Supreme Court ruling: legislator,12/19/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena is spreading a false view on a Supreme Court ruling claiming that the country...,FactCheck - Sri Lanka President spreading false view of Supreme Court ruling: legislator Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena is spreading a false view on a Supreme Court ruling claiming that the country...,negative,-0.99789089
Sri Lanka’s planned light rail seen needing govt subsidies,12/19/2018,Ground,"A planned light rail transit system in Sri Lanka’s capital Colombo will need government subsidies, like elsewhere...","Sri Lanka’s planned light rail seen needing govt subsidies A planned light rail transit system in Sri Lanka’s capital Colombo will need government subsidies, like elsewhere...",negative,-0.992735982
"Asian markets mixed ahead of Fed, oil struggles to recover",12/19/2018,International news,"Most markets were mixed in Asia Wednesday as investors moved cautiously after the previous day's sell-off, while focus i...","Asian markets mixed ahead of Fed, oil struggles to recover Most markets were mixed in Asia Wednesday as investors moved cautiously after the previous day's sell-off, while focus i...",negative,-0.981863499
"Sri Lanka rupee steady, bonds dull ahead of bill auction",12/19/2018,Markets,Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted 180.05/15 to the US dollar in the spot market shortly after opening stronger from yesterday...,"Sri Lanka rupee steady, bonds dull ahead of bill auction Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted 180.05/15 to the US dollar in the spot market shortly after opening stronger from yesterday...",negative,-0.980980754
Trump's barbs cast shadow over Fed meeting,12/19/2018,International news,"The US central bank opened its two-day policy meeting on Tuesday and, despite renewed attacks from President Donald Trum...","Trump's barbs cast shadow over Fed meeting The US central bank opened its two-day policy meeting on Tuesday and, despite renewed attacks from President Donald Trum...",positive,0.777869284
Oil price skids on fears for world economic growth,12/18/2018,International news,"World oil prices tumbled Tuesday to strike the lowest levels in more than a year, hit by fears over the outlook for the ...","Oil price skids on fears for world economic growth World oil prices tumbled Tuesday to strike the lowest levels in more than a year, hit by fears over the outlook for the ...",negative,-0.999402761
Battles over attempt to form new Sri Lanka cabinet,12/18/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's United National Front has to trim ministers down to 30 from the 33 in the last coalition administration, as ...","Battles over attempt to form new Sri Lanka cabinet Sri Lanka's United National Front has to trim ministers down to 30 from the 33 in the last coalition administration, as ...",negative,-0.997935176
Sri Lanka grows 2.9-pct in third quarter 2018,12/18/2018,Economy,Sri Lanka's gross domestic product grew 2.9 percent in the third quarter of 2018 from a year earlier with agriculture gr...,Sri Lanka grows 2.9-pct in third quarter 2018 Sri Lanka's gross domestic product grew 2.9 percent in the third quarter of 2018 from a year earlier with agriculture gr...,positive,0.885231137
US eager to work with restored Sri Lanka PM,12/18/2018,Political News,The United States on Monday praised the restoration of Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe -- controversially...,US eager to work with restored Sri Lanka PM The United States on Monday praised the restoration of Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe -- controversially...,positive,0.998993695
"Sri Lanka stocks down, foreign selling in JKH",12/18/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s stock market closed lower Tuesday with continued foreign selling in John Keells ...,"Sri Lanka stocks down, foreign selling in JKH ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s stock market closed lower Tuesday with continued foreign selling in John Keells ...",negative,-0.998812079
Sri Lanka to securities settlement in deal with China depository,12/18/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s stock exchange hopes to strengthen registration and settlement infrastructure th...,Sri Lanka to securities settlement in deal with China depository ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s stock exchange hopes to strengthen registration and settlement infrastructure th...,positive,0.662994921
Sri Lanka President's party loses three members to Ranil,12/18/2018,Political News,Three members of President Maithripala Sirisena's party crossed over to Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe's side on Tu...,Sri Lanka President's party loses three members to Ranil Three members of President Maithripala Sirisena's party crossed over to Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe's side on Tu...,negative,-0.999272764
Mahinda Rajapaksa named Sri Lanka opposition leader amid objections,12/18/2018,Political News,Speaker Karu Jayasuriya said he recognized Mahinda Rajapaksa as the leader of opposition amid calls for a select committ...,Mahinda Rajapaksa named Sri Lanka opposition leader amid objections Speaker Karu Jayasuriya said he recognized Mahinda Rajapaksa as the leader of opposition amid calls for a select committ...,negative,-0.988149524
Sri Lanka President's party seeks to be official opposition,12/18/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena's United National People's Alliance will make a formal request to make Mahind...,Sri Lanka President's party seeks to be official opposition Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena's United National People's Alliance will make a formal request to make Mahind...,negative,-0.981477678
Sri Lanka's PickMe mulls financial services,12/18/2018,Ground,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan ride hailing service PickMe is considering going into financial services in the medium t...,Sri Lanka's PickMe mulls financial services ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan ride hailing service PickMe is considering going into financial services in the medium t...,negative,-0.959060073
Sri Lanka apparel exports down 1-pct in Oct,12/18/2018,Economy,"Sri Lankan apparel exports fell 1 percent from a year earlier to 403 million dollars in October 2018 due to a US market,...","Sri Lanka apparel exports down 1-pct in Oct Sri Lankan apparel exports fell 1 percent from a year earlier to 403 million dollars in October 2018 due to a US market,...",negative,-0.998896122
Gender inequality wide in the workplace: WEF,12/18/2018,International news,"Women may be shouting louder than ever for equal treatment and pay, but a report out Tuesday indicates it will take cent...","Gender inequality wide in the workplace: WEF Women may be shouting louder than ever for equal treatment and pay, but a report out Tuesday indicates it will take cent...",negative,-0.973020256
Wall Street crumbles again as stocks erode in fear,12/18/2018,International news,Wall Street crumbled again on Monday while other global stocks mostly fell as a wave of bad feeling about economic growt...,Wall Street crumbles again as stocks erode in fear Wall Street crumbled again on Monday while other global stocks mostly fell as a wave of bad feeling about economic growt...,negative,-0.999716699
"Sri Lanka's UNP to form broad alliance, push to abolish presidency",12/18/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's freshly re-appointed Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said a broad alliance will be formed to abolish the...,"Sri Lanka's UNP to form broad alliance, push to abolish presidency Sri Lanka's freshly re-appointed Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said a broad alliance will be formed to abolish the...",positive,0.93594569
Sri Lanka's PM faces fresh trouble in portfolio tussle,12/17/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's reinstated Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe marked his first day back in office Monday with a hostile pre...,Sri Lanka's PM faces fresh trouble in portfolio tussle Sri Lanka's reinstated Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe marked his first day back in office Monday with a hostile pre...,negative,-0.99734807
Recycling industry policy needed for Sri Lanka: Japanese expert,12/17/2018,Environment,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka needs to have a recycling industry policy as one of its next priorities to cope with grow...,Recycling industry policy needed for Sri Lanka: Japanese expert ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka needs to have a recycling industry policy as one of its next priorities to cope with grow...,negative,-0.917037189
"Sri Lanka stocks up, foreign selling continues in JKH",12/17/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Foreign selling continued in Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings Monday with foreign buying in HNB Ass...,"Sri Lanka stocks up, foreign selling continues in JKH ECONOMYNEXT – Foreign selling continued in Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings Monday with foreign buying in HNB Ass...",negative,-0.983836353
Sri Lanka industrial activity up 2.8-pct in October,12/17/2018,Business,ECONOMYNEXT- Industrial activity in Sri Lanka grew 2.8 percent from a year earlier in October 2018 with growth across mo...,Sri Lanka industrial activity up 2.8-pct in October ECONOMYNEXT- Industrial activity in Sri Lanka grew 2.8 percent from a year earlier in October 2018 with growth across mo...,positive,0.996373355
EU welcomes resolution of Sri Lanka’s political crisis,12/17/2018,Political News,ECONOMYNEXT – The European Union said it welcomes the resolution of Sri Lanka’s political crisis in accord...,EU welcomes resolution of Sri Lanka’s political crisis ECONOMYNEXT – The European Union said it welcomes the resolution of Sri Lanka’s political crisis in accord...,positive,0.993499279
Sri Lanka think tank challenges official migration data,12/17/2018,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT- A Colombo-based think tank said that Sri Lanka has not yet achieved net inward migration, challenging the d...","Sri Lanka think tank challenges official migration data ECONOMYNEXT- A Colombo-based think tank said that Sri Lanka has not yet achieved net inward migration, challenging the d...",negative,-0.995702684
Asian markets mostly up ahead of key meetings in China and US,12/17/2018,International news,"Asian markets mostly rose Monday as traders look ahead to a key meeting of the Federal Reserve, and a Chinese policy-set...","Asian markets mostly up ahead of key meetings in China and US Asian markets mostly rose Monday as traders look ahead to a key meeting of the Federal Reserve, and a Chinese policy-set...",positive,0.971512496
"Sri Lanka full budget in January 2019, interim budget shortly: Eran",12/17/2018,Economy,"Sri Lanka will prepare an interim budget to keep the government ticking from January 2019, after a new cabinet of minist...","Sri Lanka full budget in January 2019, interim budget shortly: Eran Sri Lanka will prepare an interim budget to keep the government ticking from January 2019, after a new cabinet of minist...",negative,-0.898508549
"Sri Lanka reinstates ousted PM, begins uneasy truce",12/17/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's president on Sunday reappointed as prime minister the same man he sacked from the job nearly two months ago,...","Sri Lanka reinstates ousted PM, begins uneasy truce Sri Lanka's president on Sunday reappointed as prime minister the same man he sacked from the job nearly two months ago,...",negative,-0.983564734
"Sri Lanka's Wickremesinghe warned against 2015 repeat, cronyism",12/17/2018,Political News,Pro-democracy activists who helped defeat a constitutional coup against United National Party leader Ranil Wickremesingh...,"Sri Lanka's Wickremesinghe warned against 2015 repeat, cronyism Pro-democracy activists who helped defeat a constitutional coup against United National Party leader Ranil Wickremesingh...",negative,-0.904803038
Sri Lanka President says made Ranil Premier to respect democracy,12/16/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena said he re-appointed Ranil Wickremesinghe Prime Minister out of respect for d...,Sri Lanka President says made Ranil Premier to respect democracy Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena said he re-appointed Ranil Wickremesinghe Prime Minister out of respect for d...,positive,0.979351878
Sri Lanka President wants to suspend or abolish Singapore FTA,12/16/2018,Economy,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has slammed a free trade deal with Singapore signed earlier this year and cal...,Sri Lanka President wants to suspend or abolish Singapore FTA Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has slammed a free trade deal with Singapore signed earlier this year and cal...,negative,-0.99752301
Newly re-appointed Sri Lanka PM promises to rectify shortcomings,12/16/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's newly re-appointed Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesighe has promised to rectify shortcoming in a statement ami...,Newly re-appointed Sri Lanka PM promises to rectify shortcomings Sri Lanka's newly re-appointed Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesighe has promised to rectify shortcoming in a statement ami...,negative,-0.554173887
"Sri Lanka reinstates ousted PM, ending power struggle",12/16/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's president on Sunday reappointed as prime minister the same man he sacked from the job nearly two months ago,...","Sri Lanka reinstates ousted PM, ending power struggle Sri Lanka's president on Sunday reappointed as prime minister the same man he sacked from the job nearly two months ago,...",positive,0.61787045
India welcomes end to Sri Lanka's political crisis,12/16/2018,Political News,India has welcomed the end of Sri Lanka's political crisis after Ranil Wickremesinghe was re-appointed Prime Minister by...,India welcomes end to Sri Lanka's political crisis India has welcomed the end of Sri Lanka's political crisis after Ranil Wickremesinghe was re-appointed Prime Minister by...,positive,0.999254763
Ranil Wickremesinghe sworn in as Sri Lanka Prime Minister,12/16/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena had sworn in Ranil Wickremesinghe as Prime Minister, a party official said.","Ranil Wickremesinghe sworn in as Sri Lanka Prime Minister Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena had sworn in Ranil Wickremesinghe as Prime Minister, a party official said.",positive,0.990246773
"Sri Lanka's leaders warned on good governance, economic threats",12/16/2018,Political News,A Sri Lanka activist has asked the political leadershp to follow principles of good governance with United National Part...,"Sri Lanka's leaders warned on good governance, economic threats A Sri Lanka activist has asked the political leadershp to follow principles of good governance with United National Part...",positive,0.964881361
"Sri Lanka Supreme Court ruling clips wings of president, demolishes AG",12/16/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court shooting down President Maithripala Sirisena’s premature sacking of parliament w...,"Sri Lanka Supreme Court ruling clips wings of president, demolishes AG Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court shooting down President Maithripala Sirisena’s premature sacking of parliament w...",negative,-0.99604696
"Rajapakse bows out, ending Sri Lanka power struggle",12/15/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's crisis looked over on Saturday as strongman Mahinda Rajapakse bowed out of a power battle that had crippled ...,"Rajapakse bows out, ending Sri Lanka power struggle Sri Lanka's crisis looked over on Saturday as strongman Mahinda Rajapakse bowed out of a power battle that had crippled ...",negative,-0.987680435
CBS paid 'Bull' actress Eliza Dushku $9.5 mn to settle harassment claims,12/15/2018,International news,"US television network CBS paid $9.5 million Eliza Dushku, an actress on primetime drama ""Bull,"" and wrote her off the sh...","CBS paid 'Bull' actress Eliza Dushku $9.5 mn to settle harassment claims US television network CBS paid $9.5 million Eliza Dushku, an actress on primetime drama ""Bull,"" and wrote her off the sh...",negative,-0.999084115
"Sri Lanka's UNF to form own administration, no coalition",12/15/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's United National Front will form its own administration without getting into a coalition, senior party offici...","Sri Lanka's UNF to form own administration, no coalition Sri Lanka's United National Front will form its own administration without getting into a coalition, senior party offici...",negative,-0.996913433
"Rajapaksa presses for Sri Lanka elections, nationalism in farewell message",12/15/2018,Political News,"Mahinda Rajapaksa in a farewell message after stepping down from his disputed position as Prime Minister, pressed for el...","Rajapaksa presses for Sri Lanka elections, nationalism in farewell message Mahinda Rajapaksa in a farewell message after stepping down from his disputed position as Prime Minister, pressed for el...",negative,-0.980724216
Sri Lanka's Mahinda Rajapaksa 'resigns' making Commonwealth history,12/15/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's disputed Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has signed what was called a 'resignation' letter at his residence...,Sri Lanka's Mahinda Rajapaksa 'resigns' making Commonwealth history Sri Lanka's disputed Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has signed what was called a 'resignation' letter at his residence...,negative,-0.99933821
Rajapakse ends standoff as Sri Lanka risked shutdown,12/14/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's strongman leader Mahinda Rajapakse will step down on Saturday from his disputed position of premier, his son...","Rajapakse ends standoff as Sri Lanka risked shutdown Sri Lanka's strongman leader Mahinda Rajapakse will step down on Saturday from his disputed position of premier, his son...",negative,-0.944429278
Sri Lanka's top court allows suspension on Rajapaksa to remain,12/14/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's Supreme Court allowed a lower ruling barring disputed Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa to remain, while allo...","Sri Lanka's top court allows suspension on Rajapaksa to remain Sri Lanka's Supreme Court allowed a lower ruling barring disputed Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa to remain, while allo...",negative,-0.939890146
Sri Lanka Supreme Court hears Rajapaksa appeal against interim order,12/14/2018,Legal,ECONOMYNEXT – A three-member bench of Sri Lanka's Supreme Court is hearing an appeal by former president Mahinda ...,Sri Lanka Supreme Court hears Rajapaksa appeal against interim order ECONOMYNEXT – A three-member bench of Sri Lanka's Supreme Court is hearing an appeal by former president Mahinda ...,negative,-0.693516552
Sri Lanka logistics firms mull tie-ups with start-ups,12/14/2018,Ground,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan logistics firms are adapting to changing customer behaviour and technology and could str...,Sri Lanka logistics firms mull tie-ups with start-ups ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan logistics firms are adapting to changing customer behaviour and technology and could str...,negative,-0.679758191
Sri Lanka political brinkmanship continues amid court battle,12/14/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has asked members of his United National People's Alliance not to join any po...,Sri Lanka political brinkmanship continues amid court battle Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has asked members of his United National People's Alliance not to join any po...,negative,-0.980851054
Euro slides as 'downbeat' ECB warns on economy,12/14/2018,International news,"The euro slipped on Thursday after the European Central Bank trimmed its growth forecast for the eurozone because of ""mo...","Euro slides as 'downbeat' ECB warns on economy The euro slipped on Thursday after the European Central Bank trimmed its growth forecast for the eurozone because of ""mo...",negative,-0.998559177
"Motion filed on controversial Sri Lanka judge, expanded bench sought",12/14/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's ousted Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has sought an expanded bench to hear an appeal by Mahinda Rajapak...,"Motion filed on controversial Sri Lanka judge, expanded bench sought Sri Lanka's ousted Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has sought an expanded bench to hear an appeal by Mahinda Rajapak...",positive,0.651557744
CICT adds capacity for bigger ships at Sri Lanka’s Colombo port,12/14/2018,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT – Colombo International Container Terminals (CICT) said it was buying more cranes that will enhance d...,CICT adds capacity for bigger ships at Sri Lanka’s Colombo port ECONOMYNEXT – Colombo International Container Terminals (CICT) said it was buying more cranes that will enhance d...,positive,0.872378528
"Court rules against Sri Lanka president, impeachment edges closer",12/13/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's Supreme Court opened the way for potential impeachment proceedings against the president on Thursday, ruling...","Court rules against Sri Lanka president, impeachment edges closer Sri Lanka's Supreme Court opened the way for potential impeachment proceedings against the president on Thursday, ruling...",negative,-0.786762476
"Sri Lanka's UNF expects Wickremesinghe re-appointment, JVP wants 'coup' leaders punished",12/13/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's United National Front expects appoint Ranil Wickremesinghe to be re-appointed Prime Minister while their opp...,"Sri Lanka's UNF expects Wickremesinghe re-appointment, JVP wants 'coup' leaders punished Sri Lanka's United National Front expects appoint Ranil Wickremesinghe to be re-appointed Prime Minister while their opp...",negative,-0.991132677
"Sri Lankan stocks up, foreigners sell Commercial Bank",12/13/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan stocks closed higher Thursday with negotiated block deals accounting for over half the total tu...,"Sri Lankan stocks up, foreigners sell Commercial Bank ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan stocks closed higher Thursday with negotiated block deals accounting for over half the total tu...",negative,-0.991839349
"Sri Lanka parliament sacking unconstitutional, arbitrary: Supreme Court",12/13/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's highest court has overturned sacking of Parliament confirming an earlier temporary order and halted a genera...,"Sri Lanka parliament sacking unconstitutional, arbitrary: Supreme Court Sri Lanka's highest court has overturned sacking of Parliament confirming an earlier temporary order and halted a genera...",negative,-0.997861087
Sri Lanka port capacity crunch could lead to lost business,12/13/2018,Logistics,"ECONOMYNEXT – Further delays in adding container handling capacity at Sri Lanka’s Colombo port, which is n...","Sri Lanka port capacity crunch could lead to lost business ECONOMYNEXT – Further delays in adding container handling capacity at Sri Lanka’s Colombo port, which is n...",negative,-0.999723613
Investment opportunities seen in Sri Lanka’s logistics firms,12/13/2018,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s logistics businesses offer attractive investment opportunities both among specia...,Investment opportunities seen in Sri Lanka’s logistics firms ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s logistics businesses offer attractive investment opportunities both among specia...,positive,0.998926342
Sri Lanka Supreme Court to deliver order on dissolution at 4.00pm,12/13/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's Supreme Court will deliver its judgment on the case challenging the dissolution of parliament by President M...,Sri Lanka Supreme Court to deliver order on dissolution at 4.00pm Sri Lanka's Supreme Court will deliver its judgment on the case challenging the dissolution of parliament by President M...,positive,0.993150651
End of an era as ECB set to withdraw crisis-fighting stimulus,12/13/2018,International news,"A chapter of eurozone history will come to a close Thursday, with the European Central Bank widely expected to withdraw ...","End of an era as ECB set to withdraw crisis-fighting stimulus A chapter of eurozone history will come to a close Thursday, with the European Central Bank widely expected to withdraw ...",negative,-0.995521188
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bonds dull ahead of auction",12/13/2018,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted down from 179.65/75 to the US dollar in mid morning trade and bonds markets were dull ahead...,"Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bonds dull ahead of auction Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted down from 179.65/75 to the US dollar in mid morning trade and bonds markets were dull ahead...",negative,-0.999569476
Concern rises over Sri Lanka Justice Wanasundera,12/13/2018,Political News,Controversial Supreme Court judge Eva Wanasundera is set to hear an appeal by her law-college pal Mahinda Rajapaksa on F...,Concern rises over Sri Lanka Justice Wanasundera Controversial Supreme Court judge Eva Wanasundera is set to hear an appeal by her law-college pal Mahinda Rajapaksa on F...,positive,0.990784883
Sri Lanka parliament demands sacked PM is restored,12/13/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's legislature voted overwhelmingly Wednesday to demand the reinstatement of prime minister Ranil Wickremesingh...,Sri Lanka parliament demands sacked PM is restored Sri Lanka's legislature voted overwhelmingly Wednesday to demand the reinstatement of prime minister Ranil Wickremesingh...,negative,-0.940430999
"Sri Lankan stocks end up, foreigners buy into Sampath Bank",12/12/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan stocks closed higher Wednesday with continued foreign selling in John Keells Holdings and forei...,"Sri Lankan stocks end up, foreigners buy into Sampath Bank ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan stocks closed higher Wednesday with continued foreign selling in John Keells Holdings and forei...",negative,-0.990929425
Sri Lankan teas moved from estates to avoid strike impact,12/12/2018,Agriculture,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan tea brokers have moved teas from estates to minimise the impact of a strike by unions with the ...,Sri Lankan teas moved from estates to avoid strike impact ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan tea brokers have moved teas from estates to minimise the impact of a strike by unions with the ...,negative,-0.543970227
Sri Lanka 12-month Treasury yield edges up to 11.24-pct,12/12/2018,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasury bill yield edged up 04 basis points to 11.24 percent at an auction Wednesday...,Sri Lanka 12-month Treasury yield edges up to 11.24-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasury bill yield edged up 04 basis points to 11.24 percent at an auction Wednesday...,negative,-0.972287536
Sri Lanka parliament votes to back Wickremesinghe,12/12/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka parliament has supported ousted Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe with with 117 legislators out of 225 votin...,Sri Lanka parliament votes to back Wickremesinghe Sri Lanka parliament has supported ousted Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe with with 117 legislators out of 225 votin...,positive,0.979949057
Sri Lanka SC re-fixes Rajapaksa appeal on quo warranto order for Friday,12/12/2018,Legal,An appeal filed in Supreme Court by Mahinda Rajapaksa after he was suspended from carrying out the duties of a Prime Min...,Sri Lanka SC re-fixes Rajapaksa appeal on quo warranto order for Friday An appeal filed in Supreme Court by Mahinda Rajapaksa after he was suspended from carrying out the duties of a Prime Min...,negative,-0.991774499
Sri Lanka court to hear Rajapaksa quo warranto case on Jan 16,12/12/2018,Legal,Sri Lanka's Court of Appeal will hear a case where Mahinda Rajapaksa has been asked to justify how he was in office as P...,Sri Lanka court to hear Rajapaksa quo warranto case on Jan 16 Sri Lanka's Court of Appeal will hear a case where Mahinda Rajapaksa has been asked to justify how he was in office as P...,negative,-0.890685141
Tokyo stocks open higher on cheaper yen,12/12/2018,Markets,"Tokyo, Japan | AFP | Wednesday - Tokyo stocks opened higher on Wednesday helped by a cheaper yen and a rebound in Europe...","Tokyo stocks open higher on cheaper yen Tokyo, Japan | AFP | Wednesday - Tokyo stocks opened higher on Wednesday helped by a cheaper yen and a rebound in Europe...",positive,0.954581678
'Humbled' Modi suffers defeats ahead of 2019 India polls,12/12/2018,South Asia,"New Delhi, India | AFP | India's ruling party suffered stinging election defeats in at least two stronghold states, resu...","'Humbled' Modi suffers defeats ahead of 2019 India polls New Delhi, India | AFP | India's ruling party suffered stinging election defeats in at least two stronghold states, resu...",negative,-0.995799959
India names Modi ally as new central bank chief,12/12/2018,South Asia,"Mumbai, India | AFP | India's government named an ally of Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the country's new central bank...","India names Modi ally as new central bank chief Mumbai, India | AFP | India's government named an ally of Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the country's new central bank...",positive,0.98609525
"Sri Lanka, UNDP to improve tourism sustainability standards",12/12/2018,Business,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's state tourism office will be launching a sustainable tourism certificate scheme for the industr...,"Sri Lanka, UNDP to improve tourism sustainability standards ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's state tourism office will be launching a sustainable tourism certificate scheme for the industr...",positive,0.991167128
Ousted Sri Lanka PM’s right to remain an MP challenged,12/11/2018,Legal,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s controversially ousted prime minister Ranil Wickremesinghe’s ability to r...,Ousted Sri Lanka PM’s right to remain an MP challenged ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s controversially ousted prime minister Ranil Wickremesinghe’s ability to r...,negative,-0.845934868
"Sri Lankan stocks close down 0.3-pct, rupee weakens against dollar",12/11/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan stocks closed lower Tuesday with continued foreign selling while the rupee ended weaker ...,"Sri Lankan stocks close down 0.3-pct, rupee weakens against dollar ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan stocks closed lower Tuesday with continued foreign selling while the rupee ended weaker ...",negative,-0.999374449
Sri Lanka plantations say unions resorting to death threats to back pay hike demand,12/11/2018,Agriculture,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s regional plantations companies (RPCs) said they were withdrawing from direct tal...,Sri Lanka plantations say unions resorting to death threats to back pay hike demand ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s regional plantations companies (RPCs) said they were withdrawing from direct tal...,negative,-0.990200222
"Maggot cheese, putrid sea herring or virgin boy eggs -- bon appetit!",12/11/2018,International news,"Los Angeles, United States | AFP | Care for some maggot cheese, fried tarantula or a bat? Or how about fried locusts, gr...","Maggot cheese, putrid sea herring or virgin boy eggs -- bon appetit! Los Angeles, United States | AFP | Care for some maggot cheese, fried tarantula or a bat? Or how about fried locusts, gr...",negative,-0.997228563
Financial feasibility studies seen needed in Sri Lanka infrastructure projects,12/11/2018,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Financial feasibility studies are needed apart from technical feasibility assessments in some of th...,Financial feasibility studies seen needed in Sri Lanka infrastructure projects ECONOMYNEXT – Financial feasibility studies are needed apart from technical feasibility assessments in some of th...,negative,-0.777573884
India central bank chief quits after spat with government,12/11/2018,South Asia,"New Delhi, India | AFP | The head of India's central bank resigned on Monday following a public spat with Prime Minister...","India central bank chief quits after spat with government New Delhi, India | AFP | The head of India's central bank resigned on Monday following a public spat with Prime Minister...",negative,-0.999333203
British PM delays Brexit deal vote but EU warns no renegotiation,12/11/2018,International news,British Prime Minister Theresa May on Monday postponed a parliamentary vote on her Brexit deal to avoid a crushing defea...,British PM delays Brexit deal vote but EU warns no renegotiation British Prime Minister Theresa May on Monday postponed a parliamentary vote on her Brexit deal to avoid a crushing defea...,negative,-0.991705298
SriLankan Airlines carbon emissions higher in 2018,12/11/2018,Aviation,"Efficiency of SriLankan Airlines flights have fallen in 2018, and is contributing more towards carbon emissions, but was...","SriLankan Airlines carbon emissions higher in 2018 Efficiency of SriLankan Airlines flights have fallen in 2018, and is contributing more towards carbon emissions, but was...",negative,-0.994169593
Dananjaya suspended from bowling over illegal action: ICC,12/10/2018,Culture,"Dubai, United Arab Emirates | AFP | Monday - Sri Lanka off-spinner Akila Dananjaya has been suspended from bowling in in...","Dananjaya suspended from bowling over illegal action: ICC Dubai, United Arab Emirates | AFP | Monday - Sri Lanka off-spinner Akila Dananjaya has been suspended from bowling in in...",negative,-0.985338807
Sri Lanka President faces fresh challenge over his mental health,12/10/2018,Political News,President Maithripala Sirisena Monday faced a new challenge from an unexpected source questioning his mental condition t...,Sri Lanka President faces fresh challenge over his mental health President Maithripala Sirisena Monday faced a new challenge from an unexpected source questioning his mental condition t...,positive,0.918846905
Sri Lankan stocks close down 0.4-pct,12/10/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan stocks closed lower Monday with turnover at moderate levels and foreign buying in Sampat...,Sri Lankan stocks close down 0.4-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan stocks closed lower Monday with turnover at moderate levels and foreign buying in Sampat...,negative,-0.997915328
Auditors give qualified opinion of Sri Lanka Anilana Hotels’ accounts,12/10/2018,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT – Auditors M/s Amarasekera & Company, Chartered Accountants, have given a qualified opinion on the an...","Auditors give qualified opinion of Sri Lanka Anilana Hotels’ accounts ECONOMYNEXT – Auditors M/s Amarasekera & Company, Chartered Accountants, have given a qualified opinion on the an...",positive,0.983072758
"Ex-Nissan chief Ghosn charged, served with fresh arrest warrant",12/10/2018,International news,Japanese prosecutors Monday formally charged Carlos Ghosn with financial misconduct for under-reporting his salary and a...,"Ex-Nissan chief Ghosn charged, served with fresh arrest warrant Japanese prosecutors Monday formally charged Carlos Ghosn with financial misconduct for under-reporting his salary and a...",negative,-0.991904736
"Sri Lanka crisis negative for economy, polls seen positive for stocks",12/10/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s political crisis is not good for economic growth but investors see early elections coul...,"Sri Lanka crisis negative for economy, polls seen positive for stocks ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s political crisis is not good for economic growth but investors see early elections coul...",negative,-0.994896233
Tokyo stocks open lower on trade war fears,12/10/2018,International news,"Tokyo, Japan | AFP | Monday - Tokyo stocks opened sharply lower on Monday, taking a negative lead from New York where un...","Tokyo stocks open lower on trade war fears Tokyo, Japan | AFP | Monday - Tokyo stocks opened sharply lower on Monday, taking a negative lead from New York where un...",negative,-0.999250591
Maldives applies to rejoin Commonwealth: president's office,12/10/2018,South Asia,"Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | The Maldives has applied to rejoin the Commonwealth, reversing a policy of isolation under au...","Maldives applies to rejoin Commonwealth: president's office Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | The Maldives has applied to rejoin the Commonwealth, reversing a policy of isolation under au...",negative,-0.81005913
Foreign investors sell Rs17bn in Sri Lanka bonds in week,12/10/2018,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Foreign investors have sold 17 billion rupees of bonds with total holdings of bonds dropping to 180.9 bill...,Foreign investors sell Rs17bn in Sri Lanka bonds in week ECONOMYNEXT - Foreign investors have sold 17 billion rupees of bonds with total holdings of bonds dropping to 180.9 bill...,negative,-0.993891954
Sri Lanka forex reserves tumble US$880mn in November,12/10/2018,Economy,"Sri Lanka's forex reserves dropped by 884.9 million US dollars in November 2018, to 7,018.38 million dollars amid a stat...","Sri Lanka forex reserves tumble US$880mn in November Sri Lanka's forex reserves dropped by 884.9 million US dollars in November 2018, to 7,018.38 million dollars amid a stat...",negative,-0.995749354
China summons Canada envoy over detained Huawei exec: state media,12/9/2018,International news,"China on Saturday summoned the Canadian ambassador over the ""unconscionable and vile"" detention of telecom giant Huawei'...","China summons Canada envoy over detained Huawei exec: state media China on Saturday summoned the Canadian ambassador over the ""unconscionable and vile"" detention of telecom giant Huawei'...",negative,-0.993123949
German farmers sue government over missed climate targets,12/9/2018,International news,"Dismayed by the German government's failure to meet climate protection targets, dairy farmer Heiner Luetke Schwienhorst ...","German farmers sue government over missed climate targets Dismayed by the German government's failure to meet climate protection targets, dairy farmer Heiner Luetke Schwienhorst ...",negative,-0.999251783
Sri Lanka heads for government shut down as crisis drags,12/9/2018,Political News,The public sector could be at a standstill from the end of the month unless the political power struggle is ended and pa...,Sri Lanka heads for government shut down as crisis drags The public sector could be at a standstill from the end of the month unless the political power struggle is ended and pa...,negative,-0.99853158
Mahinda failed due to high price of defectors: Sri Lanka President,12/8/2018,Political News,"Mahinda Rajapaksa failed to secure a majority in parliament because MPs demanded over 500 million rupees each to defect,...","Mahinda failed due to high price of defectors: Sri Lanka President Mahinda Rajapaksa failed to secure a majority in parliament because MPs demanded over 500 million rupees each to defect,...",negative,-0.999562442
US stocks tumble to end bruising week as OPEC deal lifts oil prices,12/8/2018,International news,Wall Street closed out a bruising week on an ugly note on Friday as unease over the US-China trade war prompted another ...,US stocks tumble to end bruising week as OPEC deal lifts oil prices Wall Street closed out a bruising week on an ugly note on Friday as unease over the US-China trade war prompted another ...,negative,-0.998835623
Sri Lanka court extends ban on president sacking parliament,12/8/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's highest court Friday banned President Maithripala Sirisena from sacking the legislature until it decides on ...,Sri Lanka court extends ban on president sacking parliament Sri Lanka's highest court Friday banned President Maithripala Sirisena from sacking the legislature until it decides on ...,negative,-0.987326682
Sri Lanka parliament to stay open till judgement; no date yet,12/7/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has extended a stay order on a contested dissolution of parliament by President Maithripala Si...,Sri Lanka parliament to stay open till judgement; no date yet Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has extended a stay order on a contested dissolution of parliament by President Maithripala Si...,negative,-0.980196953
"Sri Lankan shares end mixed, foreigners buy Seylan Bank non-voting",12/7/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s share market indices closed mixed Friday with foreign buying interest seen in no...,"Sri Lankan shares end mixed, foreigners buy Seylan Bank non-voting ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s share market indices closed mixed Friday with foreign buying interest seen in no...",negative,-0.993424654
"Constitution is not bad, man is vile, Sri Lanka counsel quotes Ambedkar",12/7/2018,Political News,A senior counsel challenging a contested dissolution of parliament by President Maithripala Sirisena quoted jurist B R A...,"Constitution is not bad, man is vile, Sri Lanka counsel quotes Ambedkar A senior counsel challenging a contested dissolution of parliament by President Maithripala Sirisena quoted jurist B R A...",positive,0.980682969
Sri Lanka court set to rule on sacking of parliament,12/7/2018,Political News,Security was stepped up outside Sri Lanka's top court on Friday ahead of an expected ruling on whether the president bro...,Sri Lanka court set to rule on sacking of parliament Security was stepped up outside Sri Lanka's top court on Friday ahead of an expected ruling on whether the president bro...,negative,-0.967673659
"Sri Lanka mulls water rationing, savings as shortages loom",12/7/2018,Environment,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka may have to use financial instruments to encourage water saving and even resort to rationing as ...,"Sri Lanka mulls water rationing, savings as shortages loom ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka may have to use financial instruments to encourage water saving and even resort to rationing as ...",negative,-0.996714354
Asian markets tentatively higher at end of volatile week,12/7/2018,International news,Asian investors battled to finish a volatile week with some stability Friday as they weigh the outlook for China-US trad...,Asian markets tentatively higher at end of volatile week Asian investors battled to finish a volatile week with some stability Friday as they weigh the outlook for China-US trad...,positive,0.7721048
Sri Lanka President says committed to constitutional changes for democracy,12/7/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has praised a 19th amendment to the constitution which sought to trim the pow...,Sri Lanka President says committed to constitutional changes for democracy Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has praised a 19th amendment to the constitution which sought to trim the pow...,positive,0.998494267
"Sri Lanka’s Bogawantalawa to replant tea, upgrade factories with debt issue",12/7/2018,Markets,Sri Lankan regional plantations company Bogawantalawa Tea Estates has told shareholders it would use funds raised from a...,"Sri Lanka’s Bogawantalawa to replant tea, upgrade factories with debt issue Sri Lankan regional plantations company Bogawantalawa Tea Estates has told shareholders it would use funds raised from a...",negative,-0.989666343
Sri Lanka President delivers financial blow to hotels,12/6/2018,Business,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has decreed that private hotels should not be used for state functions amid s...,Sri Lanka President delivers financial blow to hotels Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has decreed that private hotels should not be used for state functions amid s...,negative,-0.967863798
"Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 16.8-pct in Nov with Barmy Army, Indians",12/6/2018,Business,"Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka in November 2018 grew 16.8 percent from a year earlier to 195,582 despite an ongoing polit...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 16.8-pct in Nov with Barmy Army, Indians Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka in November 2018 grew 16.8 percent from a year earlier to 195,582 despite an ongoing polit...",positive,0.621898413
Sri Lanka Supreme Court extends parliament dissolution order,12/6/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has extended a suspension of a contested dissolution of parliament till Saturday, giving more ...","Sri Lanka Supreme Court extends parliament dissolution order Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has extended a suspension of a contested dissolution of parliament till Saturday, giving more ...",negative,-0.819630682
"Sri Lanka stocks up 0.6-pct, bonds yields ease",12/6/2018,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed up 0.6 percent, ahead of a court decision on the dissolution of parliament and bond yields eas...","Sri Lanka stocks up 0.6-pct, bonds yields ease Sri Lanka's stocks closed up 0.6 percent, ahead of a court decision on the dissolution of parliament and bond yields eas...",negative,-0.653452754
Sri Lanka’s ComBank provides Mastercard online payment gateway to Daraz,12/6/2018,ICT,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Commercial Bank said it has been appointed the Internet Payment Gateway (IPG) se...,Sri Lanka’s ComBank provides Mastercard online payment gateway to Daraz ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Commercial Bank said it has been appointed the Internet Payment Gateway (IPG) se...,negative,-0.780334175
Sri Lankan plantations reject demand to double daily wage despite costly strike,12/6/2018,Agriculture,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s plantations industry said they would not give in to demands by labour unions to ...,Sri Lankan plantations reject demand to double daily wage despite costly strike ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s plantations industry said they would not give in to demands by labour unions to ...,negative,-0.97667104
"Asian markets tumble, China tech hit after Huawei arrest",12/6/2018,International news,"Shares across Asia plunged Thursday, with technology firms in Hong Kong and Shanghai battered after the arrest of a top ...","Asian markets tumble, China tech hit after Huawei arrest Shares across Asia plunged Thursday, with technology firms in Hong Kong and Shanghai battered after the arrest of a top ...",negative,-0.998215199
"Sri Lanka economic slowdown trims company profits, bank earnings grow",12/6/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan listed company profits fell 10 percent in the September 2018 quarter from a year ago on ...,"Sri Lanka economic slowdown trims company profits, bank earnings grow ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan listed company profits fell 10 percent in the September 2018 quarter from a year ago on ...",negative,-0.997375131
China Energy Fund official convicted in US over Africa bribe,12/6/2018,International news,Hong Kong's former home affairs secretary Patrick Ho Chi Ping was convicted by a New York court Wednesday over a multimi...,China Energy Fund official convicted in US over Africa bribe Hong Kong's former home affairs secretary Patrick Ho Chi Ping was convicted by a New York court Wednesday over a multimi...,negative,-0.991895616
"Sri Lanka debt still manageable, through political crisis raised costs: CB Governor",12/6/2018,Economy,Sri Lanka can still manage its debt problem though a political crisis which has triggered downgrades has pushed up costs...,"Sri Lanka debt still manageable, through political crisis raised costs: CB Governor Sri Lanka can still manage its debt problem though a political crisis which has triggered downgrades has pushed up costs...",negative,-0.923844814
"Sri Lankan stocks down, Janashakthi, Orient Finance up on speculation",12/5/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan stocks closed lower with prices of some financial sector firms driven up sharply on spec...,"Sri Lankan stocks down, Janashakthi, Orient Finance up on speculation ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan stocks closed lower with prices of some financial sector firms driven up sharply on spec...",negative,-0.9972018
Sri Lanka’s top military officer gets conditional bail,12/5/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's highest-ranking military officer, Admiral Ravindra Wijegunaratne, was granted bail Wednesday under strict co...","Sri Lanka’s top military officer gets conditional bail Sri Lanka's highest-ranking military officer, Admiral Ravindra Wijegunaratne, was granted bail Wednesday under strict co...",negative,-0.974477708
Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka financial institutions on sovereign rating cut,12/5/2018,Banking,"ECONOMYNEXT – Fitch Ratings said it has downgraded the ratings of Sri Lanka’s National Savings Bank, Bank ...","Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka financial institutions on sovereign rating cut ECONOMYNEXT – Fitch Ratings said it has downgraded the ratings of Sri Lanka’s National Savings Bank, Bank ...",negative,-0.99905628
Sri Lanka 12-month Treasury yield steady at 11.20-pct,12/5/2018,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasury bill yield remained unchanged at 11.20 percent at an auction Wednesday compa...,Sri Lanka 12-month Treasury yield steady at 11.20-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasury bill yield remained unchanged at 11.20 percent at an auction Wednesday compa...,negative,-0.975508332
Poor financial literacy in Sri Lanka helping scammers,12/5/2018,Banking,Ignorance about risks and a focus on rewards only making it easy for people to fall victim for scammers despite having h...,Poor financial literacy in Sri Lanka helping scammers Ignorance about risks and a focus on rewards only making it easy for people to fall victim for scammers despite having h...,negative,-0.998868108
Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka Insurance Corp to IFS 'B',12/5/2018,Finance,ECONOMYNEXT – Fitch Ratings said it has downgraded the Insurer Financial Strength (IFS) rating of Sri Lanka Insur...,Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka Insurance Corp to IFS 'B' ECONOMYNEXT – Fitch Ratings said it has downgraded the Insurer Financial Strength (IFS) rating of Sri Lanka Insur...,negative,-0.999128759
Volkswagen says next generation of combustion engine cars to be its last,12/5/2018,Political News,"German auto giant Volkswagen will begin rolling out its last generation of combustion engine cars in 2026, in its latest...","Volkswagen says next generation of combustion engine cars to be its last German auto giant Volkswagen will begin rolling out its last generation of combustion engine cars in 2026, in its latest...",negative,-0.798066378
Sri Lanka legislature gives up on pandering to a hostile president,12/5/2018,Legal,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s parliament Wednesday defied a hostile president and decided not to proceed with ...,Sri Lanka legislature gives up on pandering to a hostile president ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s parliament Wednesday defied a hostile president and decided not to proceed with ...,negative,-0.994682252
Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka Telecom to 'B' on sovereign downgrade,12/5/2018,ICT,ECONOMYNEXT – Fitch Ratings said it has downgraded Sri Lanka Telecom PLC's (SLT) Long-Term Foreign- and Local-Cur...,Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka Telecom to 'B' on sovereign downgrade ECONOMYNEXT – Fitch Ratings said it has downgraded Sri Lanka Telecom PLC's (SLT) Long-Term Foreign- and Local-Cur...,negative,-0.998936236
Fitch downgrades SriLankan Airlines' govt-guaranteed bonds to 'B',12/5/2018,Aviation,ECONOMYNEXT – Fitch Ratings said it has downgraded the rating on SriLankan Airlines Limited's (SLA) USD175 millio...,Fitch downgrades SriLankan Airlines' govt-guaranteed bonds to 'B' ECONOMYNEXT – Fitch Ratings said it has downgraded the rating on SriLankan Airlines Limited's (SLA) USD175 millio...,negative,-0.999014735
China to punish IP infringers after US trade truce,12/5/2018,International news,"Beijing, China | AFP | China announced Tuesday stiffer punishments for serious infringers of intellectual property -- in...","China to punish IP infringers after US trade truce Beijing, China | AFP | China announced Tuesday stiffer punishments for serious infringers of intellectual property -- in...",negative,-0.9940328
Sri Lanka to pay compensation to Standard Credit Finance depositors,12/5/2018,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT –Sri Lanka’s banking regulator said it would pay compensation to depositors of Standard Credit...,Sri Lanka to pay compensation to Standard Credit Finance depositors ECONOMYNEXT –Sri Lanka’s banking regulator said it would pay compensation to depositors of Standard Credit...,negative,-0.982995808
"Sri Lanka bonds opens lower, rupee steady, stocks up",12/5/2018,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 178.90/179.30 levels to the US dollar in the spot market Wednesday, while longer tenor b...","Sri Lanka bonds opens lower, rupee steady, stocks up Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 178.90/179.30 levels to the US dollar in the spot market Wednesday, while longer tenor b...",negative,-0.988764763
Cruise ship calls grow strongly at Sri Lanka port,12/5/2018,Logistics,ECONOMYNEXT – Calls by cruise ships have grown strongly at Sri Lanka’s main port of Colombo this year with...,Cruise ship calls grow strongly at Sri Lanka port ECONOMYNEXT – Calls by cruise ships have grown strongly at Sri Lanka’s main port of Colombo this year with...,positive,0.997246146
American Chamber in Sri Lanka calls for swift settlement to political crisis,12/5/2018,Political News,The American Chamber of Commerce has called for a swift settlement to a political crisis in Sri Lanka.,American Chamber in Sri Lanka calls for swift settlement to political crisis The American Chamber of Commerce has called for a swift settlement to a political crisis in Sri Lanka.,positive,0.740865171
Sri Lanka central bank says downgrades by S&P and Fitch unwarranted,12/5/2018,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank says downgrades by S&P and Fitch are unwarranted and the country can repay maturing sovereign b...,Sri Lanka central bank says downgrades by S&P and Fitch unwarranted Sri Lanka's central bank says downgrades by S&P and Fitch are unwarranted and the country can repay maturing sovereign b...,negative,-0.998811364
"Sri Lanka's NSB, PLC downgraded to 'B' on political crisis, falling rupee",12/5/2018,Banking,Sri Lanka's state-run National Savings Bank and People's Leasing has been downgraded to 'B' from 'B+' by Standard and Po...,"Sri Lanka's NSB, PLC downgraded to 'B' on political crisis, falling rupee Sri Lanka's state-run National Savings Bank and People's Leasing has been downgraded to 'B' from 'B+' by Standard and Po...",negative,-0.999364674
"Asian markets track Wall St rout as confusion, uncertainty reign",12/5/2018,International news,"Asian markets fell Wednesday following a rout on Wall Street, as investors were bombarded by a ""perfect storm"" of proble...","Asian markets track Wall St rout as confusion, uncertainty reign Asian markets fell Wednesday following a rout on Wall Street, as investors were bombarded by a ""perfect storm"" of proble...",negative,-0.998807073
Sri Lanka president snipes at courts,12/4/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena launched a thinly veiled criticism of the country’s judiciary after it d...,Sri Lanka president snipes at courts Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena launched a thinly veiled criticism of the country’s judiciary after it d...,negative,-0.994415641
"Hutchison, Etisalat complete mobile networks merger in Sri Lanka",12/4/2018,ICT,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s smaller mobile phone companies, Hutchison Telecommunications Lanka (Private) Lim...","Hutchison, Etisalat complete mobile networks merger in Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s smaller mobile phone companies, Hutchison Telecommunications Lanka (Private) Lim...",negative,-0.954453528
"Sri Lanka President says will respect court rulings, slams Ranil",12/4/2018,Political News,President Maithripala Sirisena said Sri Lanka's political crisis will end in seven days and he will respect court decisi...,"Sri Lanka President says will respect court rulings, slams Ranil President Maithripala Sirisena said Sri Lanka's political crisis will end in seven days and he will respect court decisi...",positive,0.997609735
"Sri Lankan stocks close down, rupee weakens",12/4/2018,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan stocks closed lower while the rupee ended weaker against the US dollar, falling to 179.0...","Sri Lankan stocks close down, rupee weakens ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan stocks closed lower while the rupee ended weaker against the US dollar, falling to 179.0...",negative,-0.999564469
Sri Lanka downgraded by S&P to B on political crisis,12/4/2018,Economy,"Standard and Poor's has downgraded Sri Lanka's speculative B+ rating to B, saying external conditions had weakened by Ra...","Sri Lanka downgraded by S&P to B on political crisis Standard and Poor's has downgraded Sri Lanka's speculative B+ rating to B, saying external conditions had weakened by Ra...",negative,-0.999119222
Sri Lanka President directs ministry secretaries after court order,12/4/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has met secretaries of ministries in Sri Lanka and given them instruction ord...,Sri Lanka President directs ministry secretaries after court order Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has met secretaries of ministries in Sri Lanka and given them instruction ord...,positive,0.975542724
Questions on the legality of Sri Lanka ministry secretaries,12/4/2018,Political News,Questions are being raised whether secretaries of ministries have legal power to run the ministries after the cabinet of...,Questions on the legality of Sri Lanka ministry secretaries Questions are being raised whether secretaries of ministries have legal power to run the ministries after the cabinet of...,negative,-0.993942082
Sri Lanka elections after constitutional govt: UNF,12/4/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka has to re-establish a constitutional government before holding elections, leaders of the United National Front...","Sri Lanka elections after constitutional govt: UNF Sri Lanka has to re-establish a constitutional government before holding elections, leaders of the United National Front...",negative,-0.988410234
Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka 'B' on Rajapaksa appointment,12/4/2018,Economy,Fitch Ratings has downgraded Sri Lanka to 'B' from 'B+ saying the sudden appointment of Mahinda Rajapaksa as Prime Minis...,Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka 'B' on Rajapaksa appointment Fitch Ratings has downgraded Sri Lanka to 'B' from 'B+ saying the sudden appointment of Mahinda Rajapaksa as Prime Minis...,negative,-0.998722851
World Bank promises $200 bn in 2021-25 climate cash,12/4/2018,International news,"Katowice, Poland | AFP | The World Bank on Monday unveiled $200 billion in climate action investment for 2021-25, adding...","World Bank promises $200 bn in 2021-25 climate cash Katowice, Poland | AFP | The World Bank on Monday unveiled $200 billion in climate action investment for 2021-25, adding...",positive,0.878738105
Making the world hotter: India's expected AC explosion,12/4/2018,South Asia,"Behror, India | AFP | Tuesday - Ratan Kumar once battled India's brutal summers with damp bedsheets and midnight baths. ...","Making the world hotter: India's expected AC explosion Behror, India | AFP | Tuesday - Ratan Kumar once battled India's brutal summers with damp bedsheets and midnight baths. ...",negative,-0.956043959
Fitch maintains negative outlook for Sri Lankan banks,12/4/2018,Banking,"ECONOMYNEXT – Fitch Ratings has maintained its negative outlook for Sri Lankan banks, saying the macroeconomic fa...","Fitch maintains negative outlook for Sri Lankan banks ECONOMYNEXT – Fitch Ratings has maintained its negative outlook for Sri Lankan banks, saying the macroeconomic fa...",negative,-0.997901678
Sri Lanka liquidity short expands in Nov final week,12/4/2018,Political News,A liquidity short in Sri Lanka's credit system coming mainly from interventions in the forex market by the central bank ...,Sri Lanka liquidity short expands in Nov final week A liquidity short in Sri Lanka's credit system coming mainly from interventions in the forex market by the central bank ...,negative,-0.992023945
Asian markets slip as China-US trade deal joy subsides,12/4/2018,International news,Asian markets mostly dropped Tuesday as the previous day's euphoria over the China-US trade ceasefire gave way to questi...,Asian markets slip as China-US trade deal joy subsides Asian markets mostly dropped Tuesday as the previous day's euphoria over the China-US trade ceasefire gave way to questi...,negative,-0.999285281
"Sri Lanka bonds opens flat, rupee marginally weaker",12/4/2018,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted wide at 178.70/179.00 levels to the US dollar in the spot market Tuesday marginally weaker ...,"Sri Lanka bonds opens flat, rupee marginally weaker Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted wide at 178.70/179.00 levels to the US dollar in the spot market Tuesday marginally weaker ...",negative,-0.999624372
Sri Lanka President hardens stand against sacked PM,12/3/2018,Political News,President Maithripala Sirisena on Monday insisted that he will not reinstate his sacked prime minister Ranil Wickremesin...,Sri Lanka President hardens stand against sacked PM President Maithripala Sirisena on Monday insisted that he will not reinstate his sacked prime minister Ranil Wickremesin...,positive,0.556056678
Sr Lanka's Rajapaksa to appeal suspension from disputed PM office,12/3/2018,Political News,Mahinda Rajapaksa said he will go to Sri Lanka's highest court Tuesday after the Court of Appeal suspended him from acti...,Sr Lanka's Rajapaksa to appeal suspension from disputed PM office Mahinda Rajapaksa said he will go to Sri Lanka's highest court Tuesday after the Court of Appeal suspended him from acti...,negative,-0.769589603
Sri Lanka court denies Rajapakse authority to act as PM,12/3/2018,Political News,A court in Sri Lanka on Monday suspended Mahinda Rajapakse's powers as prime minister and ruled his disputed cabinet cou...,Sri Lanka court denies Rajapakse authority to act as PM A court in Sri Lanka on Monday suspended Mahinda Rajapakse's powers as prime minister and ruled his disputed cabinet cou...,negative,-0.998140097
What Sri Lanka's Court of Appeal order means,12/3/2018,Political News,The Court of Appeal order restraining Mahinda Rajapaksa and his purported ministers of holding public office has effecti...,What Sri Lanka's Court of Appeal order means The Court of Appeal order restraining Mahinda Rajapaksa and his purported ministers of holding public office has effecti...,negative,-0.987799525
"President should act, after Sri Lanka makes Commonwealth history: legislator",12/3/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena should appoint a Prime Minister after courts made Commonwealth history by res...,"President should act, after Sri Lanka makes Commonwealth history: legislator Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena should appoint a Prime Minister after courts made Commonwealth history by res...",positive,0.911838114
Sri Lanka court blocks Rajapaksa from acting as PM,12/3/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's Court of Appeal has restrained disputed Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and cabinet from acting in office s...,Sri Lanka court blocks Rajapaksa from acting as PM Sri Lanka's Court of Appeal has restrained disputed Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and cabinet from acting in office s...,negative,-0.964710772
"Sri Lanka halves taxes on imported potatoes, onions",12/3/2018,Commodities,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka slashed by half a special commodity levy on imported potatoes and onions ahead of the festive se...,"Sri Lanka halves taxes on imported potatoes, onions ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka slashed by half a special commodity levy on imported potatoes and onions ahead of the festive se...",negative,-0.987915516
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, stocks up 0.10-pct",12/3/2018,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee strengthened against the US dollar in the spot market, and stocks closed 0.10 percent ...","Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, stocks up 0.10-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee strengthened against the US dollar in the spot market, and stocks closed 0.10 percent ...",negative,-0.997505367
Qatar to quit Saudi-dominated OPEC in 2019,12/3/2018,International news,"Qatar is to leave OPEC next month in order for the Gulf state to focus on gas production, the country's new Energy Minis...","Qatar to quit Saudi-dominated OPEC in 2019 Qatar is to leave OPEC next month in order for the Gulf state to focus on gas production, the country's new Energy Minis...",negative,-0.997039616
Sri Lanka Supreme Court case against PM changes re-fixed for Jan29,12/3/2018,Legal,A legal challenge to the disputed sacking of Ranil Wickremesinghe by President Maithripala Sirisena which was take up be...,Sri Lanka Supreme Court case against PM changes re-fixed for Jan29 A legal challenge to the disputed sacking of Ranil Wickremesinghe by President Maithripala Sirisena which was take up be...,negative,-0.981854081
Sri Lanka Quo Warranto case for possible order at 3.00 pm,12/3/2018,Legal,Sri Lanka's Court of Appeal has adjourned for deliberations in a case challenging the appointment of Mahinda Rajapaksa a...,Sri Lanka Quo Warranto case for possible order at 3.00 pm Sri Lanka's Court of Appeal has adjourned for deliberations in a case challenging the appointment of Mahinda Rajapaksa a...,negative,-0.894270897
Oil prices surge more than 5-pct,12/3/2018,International news,"Oil prices soared more than five percent on Monday after Russia and Saudi Arabia renewed a pact to cap output, while the...","Oil prices surge more than 5-pct Oil prices soared more than five percent on Monday after Russia and Saudi Arabia renewed a pact to cap output, while the...",positive,0.981152296
"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, stocks up",12/3/2018,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened steady at around 178.80/179.30 rupees against the US dollar in early spot marke...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, stocks up ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened steady at around 178.80/179.30 rupees against the US dollar in early spot marke...",positive,0.735821307
Sri Lanka trying to stabilize growth and inflation CB says,12/3/2018,Economy,"Sri Lanka's central bank is trying to stabilize growth and inflation under its existing mandate, a top official said as ...","Sri Lanka trying to stabilize growth and inflation CB says Sri Lanka's central bank is trying to stabilize growth and inflation under its existing mandate, a top official said as ...",negative,-0.992144108
Sri Lanka President delays talks with UNF,12/3/2018,Political News,A discussion with Sri Lanka's United National Front with President Maithripala Sirisena aimed a resolving a political cr...,Sri Lanka President delays talks with UNF A discussion with Sri Lanka's United National Front with President Maithripala Sirisena aimed a resolving a political cr...,negative,-0.975782275
Rajapaska presses for elections to resolve crisis Sri Lanka,12/3/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka should go for early elections to resolves political crisis, Mahinda Rajapaksa, who's sudden appointment as Pri...","Rajapaska presses for elections to resolve crisis Sri Lanka Sri Lanka should go for early elections to resolves political crisis, Mahinda Rajapaksa, who's sudden appointment as Pri...",negative,-0.822538495
"US, China agree to trade war ceasefire, more talks",12/2/2018,International news,US President Donald Trump and China's Xi Jinping agreed Saturday to suspend any new tariffs in the escalating trade war ...,"US, China agree to trade war ceasefire, more talks US President Donald Trump and China's Xi Jinping agreed Saturday to suspend any new tariffs in the escalating trade war ...",positive,0.733595669
SriLankan staff in gold racket raising questions over security lapses: probe,12/2/2018,Legal,"State-run SriLankan Airlines, had found gold smuggled past a security check point manned with the support of Rakna Lanka...","SriLankan staff in gold racket raising questions over security lapses: probe State-run SriLankan Airlines, had found gold smuggled past a security check point manned with the support of Rakna Lanka...",negative,-0.997399688
Protests as Sri Lanka cuts tax on sugary drinks,12/2/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka Saturday slashed a tax on sugary drinks in a controversial reversal of an anti-diabetes policy that attracted ...,Protests as Sri Lanka cuts tax on sugary drinks Sri Lanka Saturday slashed a tax on sugary drinks in a controversial reversal of an anti-diabetes policy that attracted ...,negative,-0.985904157
Indian Coast Guard vessels visit Sri Lanka,12/1/2018,Defence,"ECONOMYNEXT- Two Indian Coast Guard ships have called on Colombo to increase cooperation with the Sri Lanka Coast Guard,...","Indian Coast Guard vessels visit Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT- Two Indian Coast Guard ships have called on Colombo to increase cooperation with the Sri Lanka Coast Guard,...",positive,0.949348629
George H.W. Bush: One-term president helmed political dynasty,12/1/2018,International news,George H.W. Bush -- the upper-crust war hero-turned-oilman and diplomat who steered America through the end of the Cold ...,George H.W. Bush: One-term president helmed political dynasty George H.W. Bush -- the upper-crust war hero-turned-oilman and diplomat who steered America through the end of the Cold ...,positive,0.99782145
Sri Lanka President seeks exit strategy as Mahinda fails majority test,12/1/2018,Political News,President Maithripala Sirisena appeared to have softened his hardline position and was seeking a face-saving exit from t...,Sri Lanka President seeks exit strategy as Mahinda fails majority test President Maithripala Sirisena appeared to have softened his hardline position and was seeking a face-saving exit from t...,negative,-0.999559343
Rajapaksa promises to cut Sri Lanka illiberal sugar tax,12/1/2018,Economy,"Sri Lanka's finance ministry has been instructed to cut an illiberal sugar tax, by which could reduce retail prices of s...","Rajapaksa promises to cut Sri Lanka illiberal sugar tax Sri Lanka's finance ministry has been instructed to cut an illiberal sugar tax, by which could reduce retail prices of s...",negative,-0.991706967
Sri Lanka President mellows in talks with Tamils,11/30/2018,Political News,President Maithripala Sirisena appeared to have softened his hardline position during talks with the Tamil national Alli...,Sri Lanka President mellows in talks with Tamils President Maithripala Sirisena appeared to have softened his hardline position during talks with the Tamil national Alli...,negative,-0.996834457
Police officer killings shock Sri Lanka,11/30/2018,Political News,"Two police officers were shot dead execution-style while manning a checkpost in Sri Lanka's former war zone, officials s...","Police officer killings shock Sri Lanka Two police officers were shot dead execution-style while manning a checkpost in Sri Lanka's former war zone, officials s...",negative,-0.955800831
Sri Lanka's inflation rises to 3.3-pct in November,11/30/2018,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Consumer inflation in the Sri Lankan capital Colombo edged up to 3.3 percent in November from a yea...,Sri Lanka's inflation rises to 3.3-pct in November ECONOMYNEXT – Consumer inflation in the Sri Lankan capital Colombo edged up to 3.3 percent in November from a yea...,negative,-0.98410368
"Sri Lanka computer, digital literacy up in 2017",11/30/2018,ICT,Digital and computer literacy in Sri Lanka grew in 2017 from a year earlier with greater ownership of personal computers...,"Sri Lanka computer, digital literacy up in 2017 Digital and computer literacy in Sri Lanka grew in 2017 from a year earlier with greater ownership of personal computers...",positive,0.988660455
Sri Lanka political crisis derails US$1.7bn LRT loan as deadline passes,11/30/2018,Political News,A 1.7 billion dollar equivalent loan to build a light rail transit system in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo funded by Japan...,Sri Lanka political crisis derails US$1.7bn LRT loan as deadline passes A 1.7 billion dollar equivalent loan to build a light rail transit system in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo funded by Japan...,negative,-0.997218609
Sri Lanka parliament blocks govt spending amid crisis,11/30/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's parliament on Friday escalated a power struggle with President Maithripala Sirisena, voting to block spendin...","Sri Lanka parliament blocks govt spending amid crisis Sri Lanka's parliament on Friday escalated a power struggle with President Maithripala Sirisena, voting to block spendin...",negative,-0.993401349
Sri Lanka Parliament votes to cut spending on disputed ministers,11/30/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's Parliament voted to cut spending to maintain disputed ministers and their staff with a majority of 121 legis...,Sri Lanka Parliament votes to cut spending on disputed ministers Sri Lanka's Parliament voted to cut spending to maintain disputed ministers and their staff with a majority of 121 legis...,positive,0.961744189
Legality of Sri Lanka SOE bailout bond issues in question,11/30/2018,Bonds & Forex,Bailout bonds issued to recapitalize state owned enterprises (SOEs) including SriLankan Airlines may not have been issue...,Legality of Sri Lanka SOE bailout bond issues in question Bailout bonds issued to recapitalize state owned enterprises (SOEs) including SriLankan Airlines may not have been issue...,negative,-0.990828633
"Sri Lanka rupee steady, bonds yields slightly higher",11/30/2018,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted wide at 179.30/180.00 levels to the US dollar in the spot market at opening Friday, and bon...","Sri Lanka rupee steady, bonds yields slightly higher Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted wide at 179.30/180.00 levels to the US dollar in the spot market at opening Friday, and bon...",positive,0.973806202
Oil prices gain as investors eye Fed relief on interest rates,11/30/2018,International news,Oil prices gained Thursday after the US benchmark slid below $50 a barrel following reports Russia could join a producti...,Oil prices gain as investors eye Fed relief on interest rates Oil prices gained Thursday after the US benchmark slid below $50 a barrel following reports Russia could join a producti...,negative,-0.976647973
Sri Lanka president indicates ending power-struggle,11/29/2018,Political News,President Maithripala Sirisena indicated a softening of his stance and agreed to end the constitutional deadlock by reco...,Sri Lanka president indicates ending power-struggle President Maithripala Sirisena indicated a softening of his stance and agreed to end the constitutional deadlock by reco...,negative,-0.801949918
Sri Lanka king-maker Tamils back restoring UNF government,11/29/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's main minority party, the Tamil National Alliance (TNA) Thursday asked President Maithripala Sirisena to rest...","Sri Lanka king-maker Tamils back restoring UNF government Sri Lanka's main minority party, the Tamil National Alliance (TNA) Thursday asked President Maithripala Sirisena to rest...",negative,-0.986770034
Sri Lanka’s LAUGFS commissions Bangladesh gas cylinder repair plant,11/29/2018,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan liquid petroleum gas (LPG) supplier LAUGFS Gas said it had commissioned a new cylinder r...,Sri Lanka’s LAUGFS commissions Bangladesh gas cylinder repair plant ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan liquid petroleum gas (LPG) supplier LAUGFS Gas said it had commissioned a new cylinder r...,negative,-0.988689005
SriLankan Airlines security lapses glossed over: witness,11/29/2018,Aviation,"ECONOMYNEXT - Security lapses at state-owned SriLankan Airlines operations, including through controversial Rakna Araksh...","SriLankan Airlines security lapses glossed over: witness ECONOMYNEXT - Security lapses at state-owned SriLankan Airlines operations, including through controversial Rakna Araksh...",negative,-0.99870944
"Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, stocks up 0.19-pct",11/29/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at around 179.60/90 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Thur...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, stocks up 0.19-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at around 179.60/90 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market Thur...",negative,-0.826689422
Sri Lanka parliament votes to cut spending by PM's office,11/29/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's parliament voted to cut spending by the office of the disputed Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa Thursday wit...,Sri Lanka parliament votes to cut spending by PM's office Sri Lanka's parliament voted to cut spending by the office of the disputed Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa Thursday wit...,negative,-0.845922828
Putin says Russia ditching dollar in sanctions response,11/29/2018,International news,"Moscow, Russia | AFP | President Vladimir Putin said Wednesday that Russia had no choice but to cut its dependency on do...","Putin says Russia ditching dollar in sanctions response Moscow, Russia | AFP | President Vladimir Putin said Wednesday that Russia had no choice but to cut its dependency on do...",negative,-0.995613098
"Sri Lanka's Sept exports up 4.4-pct to $1,055mn",11/29/2018,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka's exports grew 4.4 percent in September 2018 to 1,055 million US dollars from a year ago,...","Sri Lanka's Sept exports up 4.4-pct to $1,055mn ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka's exports grew 4.4 percent in September 2018 to 1,055 million US dollars from a year ago,...",positive,0.895967603
"US Fed chairman hints at higher rates, but no pre-set course",11/29/2018,International news,"A day after President Donald Trump's latest attack on the US central bank, Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell hinted We...","US Fed chairman hints at higher rates, but no pre-set course A day after President Donald Trump's latest attack on the US central bank, Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell hinted We...",negative,-0.993401349
US stocks surge as investors greet Powell speech,11/29/2018,International news,Wall Street toasted a speech by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Wednesday hinting that interest rates might not r...,US stocks surge as investors greet Powell speech Wall Street toasted a speech by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Wednesday hinting that interest rates might not r...,negative,-0.971275806
"Sri Lanka rupee steady, bonds yields lower",11/29/2018,Markets,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted  at 179.50/90 levels to the US dollar in the spot market shortly after opening Thursday, an...","Sri Lanka rupee steady, bonds yields lower Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted  at 179.50/90 levels to the US dollar in the spot market shortly after opening Thursday, an...",negative,-0.967877269
"Sri Lanka's NDB says strategic investor studying bank, market conditions",11/29/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's NDB Bank said a strategic investor was doing a detailed study of the bank and market condition...,"Sri Lanka's NDB says strategic investor studying bank, market conditions ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's NDB Bank said a strategic investor was doing a detailed study of the bank and market condition...",positive,0.947672129
Sri Lanka's top admiral remanded over mass-murder cover-up,11/28/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's highest-ranking military officer, Admiral Ravindra Wijegunaratne, was remanded by court Wednesday for trying...","Sri Lanka's top admiral remanded over mass-murder cover-up Sri Lanka's highest-ranking military officer, Admiral Ravindra Wijegunaratne, was remanded by court Wednesday for trying...",negative,-0.968653798
Sri Lanka 12-month Treasury yield eases to 11.20-pct,11/28/2018,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasury bill yield eased one basis point to 11.20 percent at an auction Tuesday, dat...","Sri Lanka 12-month Treasury yield eases to 11.20-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasury bill yield eased one basis point to 11.20 percent at an auction Tuesday, dat...",negative,-0.643719852
"Sri Lanka scraps state, deputy ministers",11/28/2018,Political News,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena has removed the state and deputy minister posts under a 'caretake...,"Sri Lanka scraps state, deputy ministers ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena has removed the state and deputy minister posts under a 'caretake...",negative,-0.998249054
Disputed Sri Lankan Cabinet approves funds for 1Q2019,11/28/2018,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's new Cabinet of ministers whose legality has been challenged has approved a vote on account for...,Disputed Sri Lankan Cabinet approves funds for 1Q2019 ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's new Cabinet of ministers whose legality has been challenged has approved a vote on account for...,negative,-0.972185671
"Sri Lanka approves procurement of more wind, solar power plants",11/28/2018,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of Ministers has approved plans to buy more solar and wind power plants ...,"Sri Lanka approves procurement of more wind, solar power plants ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of Ministers has approved plans to buy more solar and wind power plants ...",positive,0.860397041
"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bonds down; stocks close 0.16-pct higher",11/28/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at around 179.60/90 rupees against the US dollar in the spot ma...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, bonds down; stocks close 0.16-pct higher ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at around 179.60/90 rupees against the US dollar in the spot ma...",negative,-0.993578196
Political crisis risks derailing Sri Lanka tourism campaign,11/28/2018,Business,Sri Lanka's political crisis should be resolved as soon as possible to enable the launch of a global promotional campaig...,Political crisis risks derailing Sri Lanka tourism campaign Sri Lanka's political crisis should be resolved as soon as possible to enable the launch of a global promotional campaig...,negative,-0.998029292
"Sri Lanka rupee, bonds open steady; stocks gain slightly",11/28/2018,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's rupee opened steady on Wednesday, quoted wide at around 180.20/181.00 rupees to the US dollar ...","Sri Lanka rupee, bonds open steady; stocks gain slightly ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's rupee opened steady on Wednesday, quoted wide at around 180.20/181.00 rupees to the US dollar ...",negative,-0.615573227
"Trump attacks Fed chief, 'not even a little bit happy' with Powell",11/28/2018,International news,"President Donald Trump once again blasted his hand-picked chief of the US central bank Tuesday, saying he was ""not even ...","Trump attacks Fed chief, 'not even a little bit happy' with Powell President Donald Trump once again blasted his hand-picked chief of the US central bank Tuesday, saying he was ""not even ...",negative,-0.999583662
Sri Lanka MPs boycott parliament as crisis drags on,11/28/2018,Political News,Allies of Sri Lanka's embattled president Maithripala Sirisena boycotted parliament Tuesday as the country drifted into ...,Sri Lanka MPs boycott parliament as crisis drags on Allies of Sri Lanka's embattled president Maithripala Sirisena boycotted parliament Tuesday as the country drifted into ...,negative,-0.998941958
"Sri Lankan retailers aim for professionalism, better standards",11/28/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka’s retailers aim to encourage more professionalism in the industry by focusing on standardizing, benchma...","Sri Lankan retailers aim for professionalism, better standards Sri Lanka’s retailers aim to encourage more professionalism in the industry by focusing on standardizing, benchma...",negative,-0.990169287
"Alipay, Dialog Axiata to give mobile cash to Chinese tourists in Sri Lanka",11/27/2018,ICT,"ECONOMYNEXT – Dialog Axiata has struck a partnership with China’s Alipay, the world’s largest mobil...","Alipay, Dialog Axiata to give mobile cash to Chinese tourists in Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT – Dialog Axiata has struck a partnership with China’s Alipay, the world’s largest mobil...",positive,0.934475482
Sri Lanka issues smaller stainless steel coins,11/27/2018,Economy,Sri Lanka's central bank had issued a smaller set of stainless steel coins which are cheaper and can also be identified ...,Sri Lanka issues smaller stainless steel coins Sri Lanka's central bank had issued a smaller set of stainless steel coins which are cheaper and can also be identified ...,positive,0.994869828
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks close up 0.48-pct",11/27/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at a new low of around 180.50/90 rupees against the US dollar in the spo...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks close up 0.48-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at a new low of around 180.50/90 rupees against the US dollar in the spo...",negative,-0.999640822
Sri Lanka agency ensures equitable risk transfer in Public Private Partnerships,11/27/2018,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s National Agency for Public Private Partnerships will ensure equitable allocation...,Sri Lanka agency ensures equitable risk transfer in Public Private Partnerships ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s National Agency for Public Private Partnerships will ensure equitable allocation...,positive,0.992567778
"Sri Lanka releases US$53,000 seized from Iran national",11/27/2018,Economy,"Sri Lanka has released 53,455 dollars in cash seized from an Iranian national following an appeal from the country's emb...","Sri Lanka releases US$53,000 seized from Iran national Sri Lanka has released 53,455 dollars in cash seized from an Iranian national following an appeal from the country's emb...",positive,0.675250113
Sri Lanka SEC says aiming for swift action against illegal activity,11/27/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s capital markets regulator is working to set up a regulatory framework enabling s...,Sri Lanka SEC says aiming for swift action against illegal activity ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s capital markets regulator is working to set up a regulatory framework enabling s...,negative,-0.97206521
Sri Lanka bourse asked to mandate electronic dividend payments,11/27/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's central bank has called upon the Colombo Stock Exchange to ask listed companies to pay dividen...,Sri Lanka bourse asked to mandate electronic dividend payments ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's central bank has called upon the Colombo Stock Exchange to ask listed companies to pay dividen...,negative,-0.980932474
"Sri Lanka rupee, bonds open steady; stocks gain",11/27/2018,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's rupee opened steady on Tuesday, quoted wide at around 179.90/180.50 rupee levels to the US dol...","Sri Lanka rupee, bonds open steady; stocks gain ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's rupee opened steady on Tuesday, quoted wide at around 179.90/180.50 rupee levels to the US dol...",negative,-0.832012653
SriLankan Airlines capital injection in 2012 broke budget limit,11/27/2018,Legal,Sri Lanka debt office managed by the Central Bank had issued 14.2 billion rupees in Treasury Bonds as capital injection ...,SriLankan Airlines capital injection in 2012 broke budget limit Sri Lanka debt office managed by the Central Bank had issued 14.2 billion rupees in Treasury Bonds as capital injection ...,negative,-0.802320719
England claim landmark Test series sweep in Sri Lanka,11/27/2018,Culture,"Skipper Joe Root hailed England's ""complete team-effort"" Monday after his team sealed a tense victory over Sri Lanka in ...","England claim landmark Test series sweep in Sri Lanka Skipper Joe Root hailed England's ""complete team-effort"" Monday after his team sealed a tense victory over Sri Lanka in ...",positive,0.999673605
Maldives top court clears Nasheed of terror conviction,11/27/2018,International news,The Maldives top court overturned a terrorism conviction on Monday against the country's first democratically elected le...,Maldives top court clears Nasheed of terror conviction The Maldives top court overturned a terrorism conviction on Monday against the country's first democratically elected le...,negative,-0.551994324
Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court expands bench for crucial hearing,11/26/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court Monday expanded the bench that will hear the petition against the dissolution of parlia...,Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court expands bench for crucial hearing Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court Monday expanded the bench that will hear the petition against the dissolution of parlia...,positive,0.928618073
SriLankan Airlines probe running out of time; no response from President,11/26/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's Presidential Secretariat has not responded to repeated requests from a Commission of Inquiry probing irregul...,SriLankan Airlines probe running out of time; no response from President Sri Lanka's Presidential Secretariat has not responded to repeated requests from a Commission of Inquiry probing irregul...,negative,-0.999014974
"Sri Lanka rupee weakens, stocks end 0.22-pct higher",11/26/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee continues to weaken closing Monday at a new low of around 180.10/30 rupees against the...,"Sri Lanka rupee weakens, stocks end 0.22-pct higher ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee continues to weaken closing Monday at a new low of around 180.10/30 rupees against the...",negative,-0.999639869
Sri Lanka court accepts challenge against disputed PM,11/26/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka’s Court of Appeal on Monday entertained a challenge against Mahinda Rajapaksa and his disputed cabinet ...,Sri Lanka court accepts challenge against disputed PM Sri Lanka’s Court of Appeal on Monday entertained a challenge against Mahinda Rajapaksa and his disputed cabinet ...,negative,-0.824405611
Sri Lanka’s UNP insists President Sirisena be included in corruption probe,11/26/2018,Legal,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s United National Party (UNP) has insisted President Maithripala Sirisena waive pr...,Sri Lanka’s UNP insists President Sirisena be included in corruption probe ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s United National Party (UNP) has insisted President Maithripala Sirisena waive pr...,negative,-0.992922068
Sri Lanka tea exports fall 8-pct in October,11/26/2018,Agriculture,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s exports of black tea, its main agricultural product, fell eight percent to 23.3 million...","Sri Lanka tea exports fall 8-pct in October ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s exports of black tea, its main agricultural product, fell eight percent to 23.3 million...",negative,-0.998563111
Asian markets mostly up as eyes turn to Trump-Xi talks,11/26/2018,International news,"Most Asian markets rose Monday as investors tentatively pick up cheap stocks, with focus on an expected meeting between ...","Asian markets mostly up as eyes turn to Trump-Xi talks Most Asian markets rose Monday as investors tentatively pick up cheap stocks, with focus on an expected meeting between ...",negative,-0.973102093
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bonds yields slightly higher",11/26/2018,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at around 180.20/180.40 levels to the US dollar in the spot market, weaker from Friday, whi...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bonds yields slightly higher Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at around 180.20/180.40 levels to the US dollar in the spot market, weaker from Friday, whi...",negative,-0.9959234
"Mahinda echoes Mangala, saying Sri Lanka could end up like Greece",11/26/2018,Economy,Sri Lanka's disputed Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has said Sri Lanka could end up like Greece and a 'national calami...,"Mahinda echoes Mangala, saying Sri Lanka could end up like Greece Sri Lanka's disputed Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has said Sri Lanka could end up like Greece and a 'national calami...",positive,0.782420814
Sri Lanka President hopes political hit on economy will end after court case,11/26/2018,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's political situation has been wrongly interpreted as a crisis by foreign lenders and conditions...,Sri Lanka President hopes political hit on economy will end after court case ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's political situation has been wrongly interpreted as a crisis by foreign lenders and conditions...,negative,-0.991904199
Sri Lanka president vows never to reappoint ousted PM,11/26/2018,Political News,President Maithripala Sirisena on Sunday reignited the power struggle that has crippled Sri Lanka's government for more ...,Sri Lanka president vows never to reappoint ousted PM President Maithripala Sirisena on Sunday reignited the power struggle that has crippled Sri Lanka's government for more ...,negative,-0.956101835
"Sri Lanka President says scrapped Chandrasena, Godahewa appointments",11/26/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena said he had opposed the appointments of Kapila Chandrasena as Chairman to Sri...,"Sri Lanka President says scrapped Chandrasena, Godahewa appointments Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena said he had opposed the appointments of Kapila Chandrasena as Chairman to Sri...",negative,-0.905462146
Sri Lanka President to appoint panel to probe frauds under Ranil,11/25/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena said he will appoint a commission of inquiry to probe frauds that took place ...,Sri Lanka President to appoint panel to probe frauds under Ranil Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena said he will appoint a commission of inquiry to probe frauds that took place ...,positive,0.595735192
"Sri Lanka President says will make anyone PM, but not Ranil, Fonseka",11/25/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena said he was willing to make anyone other than Ranil Wickremesinghe or General...,"Sri Lanka President says will make anyone PM, but not Ranil, Fonseka Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena said he was willing to make anyone other than Ranil Wickremesinghe or General...",negative,-0.948697567
"Sri Lanka collapse as Rashid, Stokes strike",11/24/2018,Culture,"Sri Lanka threw away a promising position in the final Test against England on Saturday, collapsing from 183 for 2 at te...","Sri Lanka collapse as Rashid, Stokes strike Sri Lanka threw away a promising position in the final Test against England on Saturday, collapsing from 183 for 2 at te...",negative,-0.998479426
Sri Lanka legislators in new bid to oust Rajapaksa,11/24/2018,Political News,An overwhelming majority of MPs have challenged in the Court of Appeal the appointment of Mahinda Rajapaksa as prime min...,Sri Lanka legislators in new bid to oust Rajapaksa An overwhelming majority of MPs have challenged in the Court of Appeal the appointment of Mahinda Rajapaksa as prime min...,negative,-0.945541739
Sri Lanka political instability hit economy and ordinary people: Friday Forum,11/24/2018,Economy,Sri Lanka's political crisis will hit the economy and lives of ordinary people unless urgent measures are taken to mitig...,Sri Lanka political instability hit economy and ordinary people: Friday Forum Sri Lanka's political crisis will hit the economy and lives of ordinary people unless urgent measures are taken to mitig...,negative,-0.998639286
"Oil prices sink on worries over excess supply, weak demand",11/24/2018,International news,Oil prices slumped Friday to lows not seen since last year as concerns over high crude supplies and uncertain economic g...,"Oil prices sink on worries over excess supply, weak demand Oil prices slumped Friday to lows not seen since last year as concerns over high crude supplies and uncertain economic g...",negative,-0.999095321
"Sri Lanka says to halve agri taxes, 5-yr tax holiday to small firms",11/23/2018,Agriculture,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s finance ministry said the government will give a five-year tax exemption to agri...,"Sri Lanka says to halve agri taxes, 5-yr tax holiday to small firms ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s finance ministry said the government will give a five-year tax exemption to agri...",negative,-0.981171012
Audit reveals irregularities in ADB-funded Sri Lanka water project,11/23/2018,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – An audit of a water and waste water project in the Sri Lanka capital Colombo funded by Asian Develo...,Audit reveals irregularities in ADB-funded Sri Lanka water project ECONOMYNEXT – An audit of a water and waste water project in the Sri Lanka capital Colombo funded by Asian Develo...,negative,-0.993574917
"Sri Lanka stocks down, rupee breaches 179 to the US dollar",11/23/2018,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan stocks closed weaker in thin trade Friday with both indices down, while rupee weakened sharply,...","Sri Lanka stocks down, rupee breaches 179 to the US dollar ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan stocks closed weaker in thin trade Friday with both indices down, while rupee weakened sharply,...",negative,-0.999606788
Sri Lanka president suffers setback in parliament vote,11/23/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's deposed prime minister secured control of a key committee in parliament Friday, dealing a blow to President ...","Sri Lanka president suffers setback in parliament vote Sri Lanka's deposed prime minister secured control of a key committee in parliament Friday, dealing a blow to President ...",negative,-0.998745441
Sri Lanka tech industry warns of sagging investor confidence; calls for swift end to constitutional ...,11/23/2018,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's tech industry chamber SLASSCOM called for a swift end to the ongoing constitutional crisis as ...,Sri Lanka tech industry warns of sagging investor confidence; calls for swift end to constitutional ... ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's tech industry chamber SLASSCOM called for a swift end to the ongoing constitutional crisis as ...,negative,-0.997562647
Sri Lanka Parliament majority group shows 121 in vote,11/23/2018,Political News,A majority made up of 121 legislators of Sri Lanka's 225-member assembly voted to approve a committee where with five me...,Sri Lanka Parliament majority group shows 121 in vote A majority made up of 121 legislators of Sri Lanka's 225-member assembly voted to approve a committee where with five me...,positive,0.98297286
Fitch confirms Sri Lanka Telecom at 'B+'/'AAA(lka)',11/23/2018,ICT,ECONOMYNEXT – Fitch Ratings said it has confirmed Sri Lanka Telecom's (SLT) Long-Term Foreign- and Local-Currency...,Fitch confirms Sri Lanka Telecom at 'B+'/'AAA(lka)' ECONOMYNEXT – Fitch Ratings said it has confirmed Sri Lanka Telecom's (SLT) Long-Term Foreign- and Local-Currency...,negative,-0.637186527
Sri Lanka speaker names select committee,11/23/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's Parliamentary Speaker Karu Jayasuriya named five loyalists of Mahinda Rajapaksa and seven others to a select...,Sri Lanka speaker names select committee Sri Lanka's Parliamentary Speaker Karu Jayasuriya named five loyalists of Mahinda Rajapaksa and seven others to a select...,negative,-0.79698056
Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker,11/23/2018,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened sharply weaker Friday breaching 179 rupees against the US dollar, market partic...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened sharply weaker Friday breaching 179 rupees against the US dollar, market partic...",negative,-0.998075962
Sri Lanka Parliament to sit in late morning amid crisis,11/23/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's Parliament is due to sit at 10.30 am Friday to set up a select committee to probe a riot triggered by legisl...,Sri Lanka Parliament to sit in late morning amid crisis Sri Lanka's Parliament is due to sit at 10.30 am Friday to set up a select committee to probe a riot triggered by legisl...,negative,-0.906740487
"May defends draft Brexit deal agreed by EU, Britain",11/23/2018,International news,Prime Minister Theresa May on Thursday fended off heavy opposition in parliament after Britain and the EU agreed on the ...,"May defends draft Brexit deal agreed by EU, Britain Prime Minister Theresa May on Thursday fended off heavy opposition in parliament after Britain and the EU agreed on the ...",negative,-0.615363777
"Hong Kong, Shanghai stocks fall in early trade",11/23/2018,International news,"Shares in Hong Kong and Shanghai opened lower on Friday, tracking falls in Europe after US markets were closed for Thank...","Hong Kong, Shanghai stocks fall in early trade Shares in Hong Kong and Shanghai opened lower on Friday, tracking falls in Europe after US markets were closed for Thank...",negative,-0.995939016
Sri Lanka looks at stop-gap financing to settle debt in 2019,11/23/2018,Economy,"Sri Lanka's will look to alternative sources to re-finance maturing debt of over four billion US dollars in 2019, as yie...","Sri Lanka looks at stop-gap financing to settle debt in 2019 Sri Lanka's will look to alternative sources to re-finance maturing debt of over four billion US dollars in 2019, as yie...",negative,-0.987669408
Sri Lanka president halts appointments to state institutions,11/22/2018,Political News,President Maithripala Sirisena has stopped members of his disputed cabinet from making key appointments to state-run ins...,Sri Lanka president halts appointments to state institutions President Maithripala Sirisena has stopped members of his disputed cabinet from making key appointments to state-run ins...,negative,-0.999552786
From cars to bars: Carlos Ghosn's Japanese cell,11/22/2018,International news,"A solitary cell, 30 minutes of daily exercise and two baths a week: Carlos Ghosn's new routine is a world away from the ...","From cars to bars: Carlos Ghosn's Japanese cell A solitary cell, 30 minutes of daily exercise and two baths a week: Carlos Ghosn's new routine is a world away from the ...",positive,0.907201886
Sri Lanka readies interim budget for 2019 amid political crisis,11/22/2018,Economy,"Sri Lanka's finance ministry has prepared a vote-on-account to get parliamentary approval for spending in 2019, Mahinda ...","Sri Lanka readies interim budget for 2019 amid political crisis Sri Lanka's finance ministry has prepared a vote-on-account to get parliamentary approval for spending in 2019, Mahinda ...",negative,-0.970903575
China Harbhour Engineering wins deal to expand Sri Lanka port anchorage,11/22/2018,Logistics,China Harbhour Engineering Company has been selected to expand the deep water anchorage capacity at a container terminal...,China Harbhour Engineering wins deal to expand Sri Lanka port anchorage China Harbhour Engineering Company has been selected to expand the deep water anchorage capacity at a container terminal...,positive,0.996113539
Indebted Maldives sending envoy to China,11/22/2018,Political News,"The Maldives foreign minister will visit Beijing before the end of 2018, officials said Wednesday, likely seeking to ren...","Indebted Maldives sending envoy to China The Maldives foreign minister will visit Beijing before the end of 2018, officials said Wednesday, likely seeking to ren...",negative,-0.99276793
Sri Lanka can repay loans from January 01: Finance Ministry,11/21/2018,Economy,"Sri Lanka's finance ministry said it will be able to repay loans from January 01, amid reports that the government may n...","Sri Lanka can repay loans from January 01: Finance Ministry Sri Lanka's finance ministry said it will be able to repay loans from January 01, amid reports that the government may n...",negative,-0.965502262
Sri Lanka political crisis spreads to Bar Association,11/21/2018,Political News,A group of members of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka have called for a special general meeting alleging that its Presi...,Sri Lanka political crisis spreads to Bar Association A group of members of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka have called for a special general meeting alleging that its Presi...,negative,-0.990941823
Sri Lanka's Dialog Finance loses Rs39mn in Sept quarter,11/21/2018,Banking,"ECONOMYNEXT – Dialog Finance , the fin-tech unit of Sri Lanka’s top mobile phone operator Dialog Axiata, l...","Sri Lanka's Dialog Finance loses Rs39mn in Sept quarter ECONOMYNEXT – Dialog Finance , the fin-tech unit of Sri Lanka’s top mobile phone operator Dialog Axiata, l...",negative,-0.999233603
"Sri Lanka rupee ends at new low, stocks flat",11/21/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT- The Sri Lanka rupee closed at a new low of 160.65/75 rupees against the US dollar Tuesday on importer deman...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends at new low, stocks flat ECONOMYNEXT- The Sri Lanka rupee closed at a new low of 160.65/75 rupees against the US dollar Tuesday on importer deman...",negative,-0.999262035
"Sri Lanka rating downgrade unjustified, enough money to repay loans: Central Bank",11/21/2018,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Moody’s recent downgrade of Sri Lanka’s rating is unjustified as the country has enou...,"Sri Lanka rating downgrade unjustified, enough money to repay loans: Central Bank ECONOMYNEXT – Moody’s recent downgrade of Sri Lanka’s rating is unjustified as the country has enou...",negative,-0.994371772
Sri Lanka announces investment projects worth $62mn,11/21/2018,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Board of Investment has signed four project agreements worth about 62 million US dollars, the ...","Sri Lanka announces investment projects worth $62mn ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Board of Investment has signed four project agreements worth about 62 million US dollars, the ...",positive,0.986862898
Sri Lanka National Inflation slows to 0.1-pct in October,11/21/2018,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's nation-wide inflation slowed to 0.1 percent in the 12-months to October 2018 from 0.9 percent a...,Sri Lanka National Inflation slows to 0.1-pct in October ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's nation-wide inflation slowed to 0.1 percent in the 12-months to October 2018 from 0.9 percent a...,negative,-0.998439372
Sri Lanka rupee breaches 178US dollar gilts end higher,11/21/2018,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - The rupee ended sharply lower Wednesday, falling to a new low of 178.40/70 rupees against the US dollar, a...","Sri Lanka rupee breaches 178US dollar gilts end higher ECONOMYNEXT - The rupee ended sharply lower Wednesday, falling to a new low of 178.40/70 rupees against the US dollar, a...",negative,-0.999588788
Sri Lanka's LMF Sept profits down 89-pct,11/21/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Lanka Milk Foods Plc fell 89 percent from a year earlier to 21.5 million rupees in the Septembe...,Sri Lanka's LMF Sept profits down 89-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Lanka Milk Foods Plc fell 89 percent from a year earlier to 21.5 million rupees in the Septembe...,negative,-0.999515414
Sri Lanka parliament clears the way to challenge disputed government,11/21/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka’s parliament Wednesday released the official record of proceedings when two no-confidence motions were ...,Sri Lanka parliament clears the way to challenge disputed government Sri Lanka’s parliament Wednesday released the official record of proceedings when two no-confidence motions were ...,negative,-0.989551008
"Three Sri Lanka banks downgraded by Moody's on political crisis, weak economy",11/21/2018,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT - Three Sri Lankan Banks - Bank of Ceylon, Hatton National Bank and Sampath Bank – have been downgrad...","Three Sri Lanka banks downgraded by Moody's on political crisis, weak economy ECONOMYNEXT - Three Sri Lankan Banks - Bank of Ceylon, Hatton National Bank and Sampath Bank – have been downgrad...",negative,-0.999323964
Sri Lanka construction firm MTD Walkers sustains Rs1bn loss in Sept quarter,11/21/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Losses at Sri Lanka's MTD Walkers were flat from a year earlier at 1.1 billion rupees in the September 201...,Sri Lanka construction firm MTD Walkers sustains Rs1bn loss in Sept quarter ECONOMYNEXT - Losses at Sri Lanka's MTD Walkers were flat from a year earlier at 1.1 billion rupees in the September 201...,negative,-0.999534965
Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations makes Rs79mn loss in Sept quarter,11/21/2018,Agriculture,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations, which operates the tea business spun off from Watawala Plantations, report...","Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations makes Rs79mn loss in Sept quarter ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations, which operates the tea business spun off from Watawala Plantations, report...",negative,-0.998116612
Global stock markets plunge as tech fears mount,11/21/2018,International news,Global stocks plunged Tuesday as a sharp downward trend in the technology sector hit valuations hard and the Dow gave up...,Global stock markets plunge as tech fears mount Global stocks plunged Tuesday as a sharp downward trend in the technology sector hit valuations hard and the Dow gave up...,negative,-0.999407053
"Laugfs, Exxon-Mobil extend Sri Lanka lubricant market gains in 2018 2Q",11/21/2018,Energy,"Laugfs and Exxon Mobil, has extended its market share in the second quarter of 2018, from while Chevron Ceylon and the I...","Laugfs, Exxon-Mobil extend Sri Lanka lubricant market gains in 2018 2Q Laugfs and Exxon Mobil, has extended its market share in the second quarter of 2018, from while Chevron Ceylon and the I...",positive,0.934506118
Sri Lanka warned of further downgrades by Moody's if reforms are halted,11/21/2018,Economy,Sri Lanka may face further downgrades if recent reforms to reduce budget deficit and improve investment flows were rever...,Sri Lanka warned of further downgrades by Moody's if reforms are halted Sri Lanka may face further downgrades if recent reforms to reduce budget deficit and improve investment flows were rever...,negative,-0.995989263
Sri Lanka on the brink of economic crisis warns ex-finance minister,11/20/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's former finance minister Mangala Samaraweera warned of an economic collapse as a political crisis triggered b...,Sri Lanka on the brink of economic crisis warns ex-finance minister Sri Lanka's former finance minister Mangala Samaraweera warned of an economic collapse as a political crisis triggered b...,negative,-0.998800516
"Sri Lanka downgraded to B2 from B1 by Moody's on political crisis, external tightening",11/20/2018,Economy,Sri Lanka has been downgraded to B2 from B1 by Moody's with a stable outlook at the lower level.,"Sri Lanka downgraded to B2 from B1 by Moody's on political crisis, external tightening Sri Lanka has been downgraded to B2 from B1 by Moody's with a stable outlook at the lower level.",positive,0.846889079
Slain Sri Lanka editor's daughter writes to President,11/20/2018,Political News,The daughter of slain Sri Lanka editor Lasantha Wickremetunga has lashed out at President Maithripala Sirisena for alleg...,Slain Sri Lanka editor's daughter writes to President The daughter of slain Sri Lanka editor Lasantha Wickremetunga has lashed out at President Maithripala Sirisena for alleg...,negative,-0.982757509
Sri Lanka reinstates top detective after outcry,11/20/2018,Political News,Sri Lankan police reversed on Tuesday a decision sacking a top detective investigating a string of high-profile gruesome...,Sri Lanka reinstates top detective after outcry Sri Lankan police reversed on Tuesday a decision sacking a top detective investigating a string of high-profile gruesome...,negative,-0.929488003
Sri Lanka's 2018 rice harvest rebounds 82-pct to 4.2mn tonnes,11/20/2018,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's rice harvest in 2018 minor agricultural season (Yala) is estimated to have grown 55 percent to 1.413 million...,Sri Lanka's 2018 rice harvest rebounds 82-pct to 4.2mn tonnes Sri Lanka's rice harvest in 2018 minor agricultural season (Yala) is estimated to have grown 55 percent to 1.413 million...,negative,-0.862670779
Flagging Victoria's Secret announces new lingerie CEO,11/20/2018,Apparel,US lingerie giant Victoria's Secret announced Monday that it had appointed fashion executive John Mehas as new lingerie ...,Flagging Victoria's Secret announces new lingerie CEO US lingerie giant Victoria's Secret announced Monday that it had appointed fashion executive John Mehas as new lingerie ...,positive,0.967626512
Nissan shares plunge as Ghosn face ouster after arrest,11/20/2018,International news,"Nissan and Mitsubishi shares plunged Tuesday, as the automakers prepared to oust chairman Carlos Ghosn a day after he wa...","Nissan shares plunge as Ghosn face ouster after arrest Nissan and Mitsubishi shares plunged Tuesday, as the automakers prepared to oust chairman Carlos Ghosn a day after he wa...",negative,-0.995482206
Sri Lanka Prosperity Index improves in 2017 despite falls in air quality,11/20/2018,Economy,"Prosperity, measured by Sri Lanka's Prosperity Index (SLPI) improved in 2017 from the previous year despite eight out of...","Sri Lanka Prosperity Index improves in 2017 despite falls in air quality Prosperity, measured by Sri Lanka's Prosperity Index (SLPI) improved in 2017 from the previous year despite eight out of...",positive,0.997939527
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields down amid BOP pressure,11/19/2018,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasury bill yield fell 04 basis points to 11.21 percent at an auction Tuesday, data from the stat...","Sri Lanka Treasuries yields down amid BOP pressure Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasury bill yield fell 04 basis points to 11.21 percent at an auction Tuesday, data from the stat...",negative,-0.999462783
"Sri Lanka rupee weakens, stocks end 0.12-pct lower",11/19/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee weakened sharply to close at a new low of 177.30/50 rupees against the US dollar on Mo...,"Sri Lanka rupee weakens, stocks end 0.12-pct lower ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee weakened sharply to close at a new low of 177.30/50 rupees against the US dollar on Mo...",negative,-0.999679446
Sri Lanka legislators in move to cut PM office funds,11/19/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's United National Front has submitted a motion to cut funds to Prime Minister's office and a no-confidence mot...,Sri Lanka legislators in move to cut PM office funds Sri Lanka's United National Front has submitted a motion to cut funds to Prime Minister's office and a no-confidence mot...,negative,-0.991140664
Sri Lanka Parliament takes a break till Friday,11/19/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's Parliament adjourned till November 23 after a discussion over appointing a select committee to probe unruly ...,Sri Lanka Parliament takes a break till Friday Sri Lanka's Parliament adjourned till November 23 after a discussion over appointing a select committee to probe unruly ...,negative,-0.951537073
"Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas losses deepen from price controls, rupee depreciation",11/19/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's listed Laugfs Gas Plc said it made a loss of 311.9 million rupees in the September 2018 quarte...,"Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas losses deepen from price controls, rupee depreciation ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's listed Laugfs Gas Plc said it made a loss of 311.9 million rupees in the September 2018 quarte...",negative,-0.999062955
Sri Lanka President removes top detective probing Rajapaksas,11/19/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena has ordered the immediate removal from the Criminal Investigation Department a ...,Sri Lanka President removes top detective probing Rajapaksas Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena has ordered the immediate removal from the Criminal Investigation Department a ...,negative,-0.976376176
Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence Sept net down 17.2-pct,11/19/2018,Markets,Sri Lanka's diversified Aitken Spence group said its net profits for the September quarter fell 17.2 percent from a year...,Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence Sept net down 17.2-pct Sri Lanka's diversified Aitken Spence group said its net profits for the September quarter fell 17.2 percent from a year...,negative,-0.999629974
"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks lower; bonds steady",11/19/2018,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at around 176.70/80 to the US dollar in the spot market in mid-morning trade, slightly weak...","Sri Lanka rupee, stocks lower; bonds steady Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at around 176.70/80 to the US dollar in the spot market in mid-morning trade, slightly weak...",negative,-0.999702275
Most Asian markets rise as investors weigh China-US trade row,11/19/2018,International news,Asian markets mostly rose Monday but investors were keeping a close eye on the China-US trade row after Donald Trump's o...,Most Asian markets rise as investors weigh China-US trade row Asian markets mostly rose Monday but investors were keeping a close eye on the China-US trade row after Donald Trump's o...,positive,0.987439334
Sri Lanka private credit surges in Sept amid liquidity injections,11/19/2018,Banking,"Sri Lanka's private credit surged 107.3 billion rupees, up from 46 billion rupees a month earlier, as central bank injec...","Sri Lanka private credit surges in Sept amid liquidity injections Sri Lanka's private credit surged 107.3 billion rupees, up from 46 billion rupees a month earlier, as central bank injec...",negative,-0.979932904
"Sri Lanka manufacturing, service sectors accelerate in October",11/19/2018,Economy,"Sri Lanka's manufacturing and service sectors grew faster in October 2018 from a month earlier, outpacing global average...","Sri Lanka manufacturing, service sectors accelerate in October Sri Lanka's manufacturing and service sectors grew faster in October 2018 from a month earlier, outpacing global average...",positive,0.994323611
British PM heading for Brussels for talks on future ties,11/18/2018,International news,Prime Minister Theresa May said Sunday she would return to Brussels this week to hammer out Britain's future relationshi...,British PM heading for Brussels for talks on future ties Prime Minister Theresa May said Sunday she would return to Brussels this week to hammer out Britain's future relationshi...,positive,0.996027946
Sri Lanka talks fail to end crippling power struggle,11/18/2018,Political News,"Crucial talks to resolve a power struggle in Sri Lanka failed to break the political deadlock, officials said Sunday, as...","Sri Lanka talks fail to end crippling power struggle Crucial talks to resolve a power struggle in Sri Lanka failed to break the political deadlock, officials said Sunday, as...",negative,-0.999729693
Sri Lanka president seeks talks to end power struggle,11/18/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena on Sunday called crucial talks with political leaders in a bid to end a power...,Sri Lanka president seeks talks to end power struggle Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena on Sunday called crucial talks with political leaders in a bid to end a power...,positive,0.808996856
Sri Lanka President meets party representatives sans JVP,11/18/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena had asked for another no-confidence vote against Mahinda Rajapaksa using a na...,Sri Lanka President meets party representatives sans JVP Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena had asked for another no-confidence vote against Mahinda Rajapaksa using a na...,negative,-0.99344337
US paves way to get cultured 'lab' meat on plates,11/18/2018,International news,US authorities on Friday agreed on how to regulate food products cultured from animal cells -- paving the way to get so-...,US paves way to get cultured 'lab' meat on plates US authorities on Friday agreed on how to regulate food products cultured from animal cells -- paving the way to get so-...,negative,-0.995376229
Sri Lanka President to meet all parties,11/18/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena will meet all party leaders on Sunday in a bid to resolve a worsening politic...,Sri Lanka President to meet all parties Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena will meet all party leaders on Sunday in a bid to resolve a worsening politic...,positive,0.97878325
Facebook asked to protect users in simmering Sri Lanka,11/17/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's largest political party Saturday asked Facebook to protect the identity of its supporters, fearing a crackdo...","Facebook asked to protect users in simmering Sri Lanka Sri Lanka's largest political party Saturday asked Facebook to protect the identity of its supporters, fearing a crackdo...",negative,-0.996358693
Behind-the-scene battle in Sri Lanka parliament riot,11/17/2018,Political News,"Speaker Karu Jayasuriya resisted ordering police into parliament on Friday, but changed his mind 42 minutes after being ...","Behind-the-scene battle in Sri Lanka parliament riot Speaker Karu Jayasuriya resisted ordering police into parliament on Friday, but changed his mind 42 minutes after being ...",negative,-0.988984287
Sri Lanka political crisis continues,11/17/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's political crisis is continuing with a spokesman for President Maithripala Sirisena saying he has rejected th...,Sri Lanka political crisis continues Sri Lanka's political crisis is continuing with a spokesman for President Maithripala Sirisena saying he has rejected th...,negative,-0.990353703
Trump opens door to trade deal with China soon,11/17/2018,International news,"President Donald Trump said Friday that China was ready to make a deal to defuse trade tensions, so he might not have to...","Trump opens door to trade deal with China soon President Donald Trump said Friday that China was ready to make a deal to defuse trade tensions, so he might not have to...",positive,0.992883444
Sri Lanka speaker informs President no-confidence has passed,11/17/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's Speaker of Parliament has informed President Maithripala Sirisena that an amended no-confidence motion again...,Sri Lanka speaker informs President no-confidence has passed Sri Lanka's Speaker of Parliament has informed President Maithripala Sirisena that an amended no-confidence motion again...,negative,-0.95633018
"Chilli, punches thrown as Sri Lanka parliament brawls for second day",11/16/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's parliamentary speaker had to be escorted into the chamber ringed by police Friday as violence broke out for ...,"Chilli, punches thrown as Sri Lanka parliament brawls for second day Sri Lanka's parliamentary speaker had to be escorted into the chamber ringed by police Friday as violence broke out for ...",negative,-0.985608578
Sri Lanka President says will not suspend parliament under any circumstances,11/16/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena said he will not suspend the parliament under any circumstances.,Sri Lanka President says will not suspend parliament under any circumstances Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena said he will not suspend the parliament under any circumstances.,positive,0.99391818
"Sri Lanka rupees ends steady, stocks down 0.20-pct",11/16/2018,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at around 176.50/65 rupees against the US dollar Friday, while stocks en...","Sri Lanka rupees ends steady, stocks down 0.20-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee closed steady at around 176.50/65 rupees against the US dollar Friday, while stocks en...",negative,-0.956934452
Sri Lanka parliament amends no confidence motion,11/16/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's parliament has amended a no-confidence motion against Mahinda Rajapaksa removing reference to gazettes issue...,Sri Lanka parliament amends no confidence motion Sri Lanka's parliament has amended a no-confidence motion against Mahinda Rajapaksa removing reference to gazettes issue...,negative,-0.935258448
Rajapaksa loyalists occupy Sri Lanka speaker's chair at Parliament,11/16/2018,Political News,Legislators loyal to Mahinda Rajapaksa occupied the Speaker's Chair and engaged in a noisy protests preventing the parli...,Rajapaksa loyalists occupy Sri Lanka speaker's chair at Parliament Legislators loyal to Mahinda Rajapaksa occupied the Speaker's Chair and engaged in a noisy protests preventing the parli...,negative,-0.98747766
Sri Lanka's Ceylinco Insurance Sept down 38-pct,11/16/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's Ceylinco Insurance Plc fell 38 percent from a year earlier to 640.8 million rupees ...,Sri Lanka's Ceylinco Insurance Sept down 38-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's Ceylinco Insurance Plc fell 38 percent from a year earlier to 640.8 million rupees ...,negative,-0.99944371
Sri Lanka state-run Bank of Ceylon Sept net up 26-pct,11/16/2018,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's largest bank, state-owned Bank of Ceylon, grew 26 percent from a year earlier to 5....","Sri Lanka state-run Bank of Ceylon Sept net up 26-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's largest bank, state-owned Bank of Ceylon, grew 26 percent from a year earlier to 5....",positive,0.970023513
"What next? Britain, Brexit and Theresa May",11/16/2018,International news,"Despite facing a fierce backlash to her draft Brexit deal, British Prime Minister Theresa May has vowed to fight on.","What next? Britain, Brexit and Theresa May Despite facing a fierce backlash to her draft Brexit deal, British Prime Minister Theresa May has vowed to fight on.",positive,0.980840147
"Asia markets mostly up at end of volatile week, pound struggles",11/16/2018,International news,"Asian markets mostly rose Friday but fluctuated as investors weighed China-US trade speculation, while the pound struggl...","Asia markets mostly up at end of volatile week, pound struggles Asian markets mostly rose Friday but fluctuated as investors weighed China-US trade speculation, while the pound struggl...",negative,-0.984827936
"Sri Lanka petrol, diesel prices down by Rs5 a litre",11/16/2018,Energy,The price of standard 92 Octcane petrol was cut by 5 rupees a litre to 140 rupees and diesel by 5 rupees to 111 rupees a...,"Sri Lanka petrol, diesel prices down by Rs5 a litre The price of standard 92 Octcane petrol was cut by 5 rupees a litre to 140 rupees and diesel by 5 rupees to 111 rupees a...",negative,-0.997659445
Sri Lanka to sterilize Rs90bn in dollar sales with SRR cut,11/16/2018,Economy,Sri Lanka's banks will get around 90 billion rupees of money (about 500 million dollars) from a reduction in deposits th...,Sri Lanka to sterilize Rs90bn in dollar sales with SRR cut Sri Lanka's banks will get around 90 billion rupees of money (about 500 million dollars) from a reduction in deposits th...,negative,-0.992651284
Sri Lanka markets steady ahead of crucial vote,11/16/2018,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee and gilts opened steady ahead of a crucial vote in parliament amidst a deepening const...,Sri Lanka markets steady ahead of crucial vote ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee and gilts opened steady ahead of a crucial vote in parliament amidst a deepening const...,positive,0.999561965
"Sri Lanka's LOLC Holdings Sept net dented by leisure, manufacturing losses",11/16/2018,Markets,Profits at Sri Lanka's LOLC Holdings fell 29 percent from a year earlier to 1.3 billion rupees in the September 2018 qua...,"Sri Lanka's LOLC Holdings Sept net dented by leisure, manufacturing losses Profits at Sri Lanka's LOLC Holdings fell 29 percent from a year earlier to 1.3 billion rupees in the September 2018 qua...",negative,-0.998375773
Sri Lanka's Softlogic Sept net soars on one-off tax reversal amidst slump,11/16/2018,Markets,"Profits at Sri Lanka diversified Softlogic Holdings surged to 372 million rupees in the September 2018 quarter, up from ...","Sri Lanka's Softlogic Sept net soars on one-off tax reversal amidst slump Profits at Sri Lanka diversified Softlogic Holdings surged to 372 million rupees in the September 2018 quarter, up from ...",negative,-0.987031639
Sri Lanka and Ecuador; a cautionary tale of the Rupee and Sucre: Bellwether,11/16/2018,Bellwether,"Fischer said if Ecuador has asked, IMF would have said it was not possible to dollarize as pre-conditions were not there","Sri Lanka and Ecuador; a cautionary tale of the Rupee and Sucre: Bellwether Fischer said if Ecuador has asked, IMF would have said it was not possible to dollarize as pre-conditions were not there",negative,-0.974739611
Sri Lanka President asks for majority to be shown with name count,11/15/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena had asked party leaders who supported a vote of no confidence against dispute...,Sri Lanka President asks for majority to be shown with name count Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena had asked party leaders who supported a vote of no confidence against dispute...,negative,-0.980740368
Thousands rally in Sri Lanka capital after punch-up in parliament,11/15/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's political crisis descended into farce Thursday with MPs throwing punches and projectiles in parliament, a da...","Thousands rally in Sri Lanka capital after punch-up in parliament Sri Lanka's political crisis descended into farce Thursday with MPs throwing punches and projectiles in parliament, a da...",negative,-0.981935024
Sri Lanka chambers call for urgent action to avoid economic downfall,11/15/2018,Political News,Several business chambers in Sri Lanka have called for urgent action to avoid an economic downfall as a political crisis...,Sri Lanka chambers call for urgent action to avoid economic downfall Several business chambers in Sri Lanka have called for urgent action to avoid an economic downfall as a political crisis...,positive,0.807929993
"Sri Lankan business groups call for rule of law, condemn parliament violence",11/15/2018,Legal,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s top business groups have called on the island's political rulers to ensure due p...,"Sri Lankan business groups call for rule of law, condemn parliament violence ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s top business groups have called on the island's political rulers to ensure due p...",negative,-0.968060374
Sri Lanka's Melstacorp Sept quarter net down 17-pct,11/15/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's Melstacorp Plc fell 17 percent from a year earlier to 1.48 billion rupees in the Se...,Sri Lanka's Melstacorp Sept quarter net down 17-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's Melstacorp Plc fell 17 percent from a year earlier to 1.48 billion rupees in the Se...,negative,-0.999362409
"Sri Lanka rupee weakens, stocks end 0.34-pct higher",11/15/2018,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee closed at a new low of around 176.50/70 rupees against the US dollar Thursday, as stoc...","Sri Lanka rupee weakens, stocks end 0.34-pct higher ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee closed at a new low of around 176.50/70 rupees against the US dollar Thursday, as stoc...",negative,-0.999600589
Sri Lanka's largest brewery Lion net up 477-pct in Sept,11/15/2018,Markets,Sri Lanka's Lion Brewery (Ceylon) Plc said profits grew 477 percent from a year earlier to 552.6 million rupees in the S...,Sri Lanka's largest brewery Lion net up 477-pct in Sept Sri Lanka's Lion Brewery (Ceylon) Plc said profits grew 477 percent from a year earlier to 552.6 million rupees in the S...,positive,0.824528992
Sri Lanka's Distilleries Company Sept quarter net up 30-pct,11/15/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at liqour producer Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka Plc grew 30.2 percent from a year earlier to ...,Sri Lanka's Distilleries Company Sept quarter net up 30-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at liqour producer Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka Plc grew 30.2 percent from a year earlier to ...,positive,0.79609251
Punch-up in Sri Lankan parliament,11/15/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's parliament descended into chaos on Thursday with MPs swinging punches and throwing projectiles a day after l...,Punch-up in Sri Lankan parliament Sri Lanka's parliament descended into chaos on Thursday with MPs swinging punches and throwing projectiles a day after l...,negative,-0.996390522
Sri Lanka political crisis could have a lasting negative impact: Moody's,11/15/2018,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government could reduce risks associated with repaying forein loans by going for...,Sri Lanka political crisis could have a lasting negative impact: Moody's ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government could reduce risks associated with repaying forein loans by going for...,negative,-0.998395741
Sri Lanka cabinet dissolved after no confidence motion: Speaker,11/15/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's cabinet stands dissolved after a no-confidence motion was passed against Mahinda Rajapaksa under the constit...,Sri Lanka cabinet dissolved after no confidence motion: Speaker Sri Lanka's cabinet stands dissolved after a no-confidence motion was passed against Mahinda Rajapaksa under the constit...,negative,-0.99872297
Sri Lanka speaker replies President,11/15/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's Speaker Karu Jayasuriya replying to a letter sent overnight had said he was acting impartially and the major...,Sri Lanka speaker replies President Sri Lanka's Speaker Karu Jayasuriya replying to a letter sent overnight had said he was acting impartially and the major...,negative,-0.966846406
Pandemonium in Sri Lanka parliament,11/15/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's parliament was disrupted after legislators invaded the floor of the chamber and surrounded the speaker follo...,Pandemonium in Sri Lanka parliament Sri Lanka's parliament was disrupted after legislators invaded the floor of the chamber and surrounded the speaker follo...,negative,-0.992808938
"Construction, real estate push Sri Lanka's Access Engineering Sept net up 106-pct",11/15/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT- Profits at Sri Lanka's Access Engineering Plc grew 106.2 percent from a year earlier to 630.6 million rupee...,"Construction, real estate push Sri Lanka's Access Engineering Sept net up 106-pct ECONOMYNEXT- Profits at Sri Lanka's Access Engineering Plc grew 106.2 percent from a year earlier to 630.6 million rupee...",positive,0.828465044
"Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly weaker, stocks up marginally",11/15/2018,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened slightly weaker at around 176.40/70 rupees against the US dollar in the spot ma...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly weaker, stocks up marginally ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened slightly weaker at around 176.40/70 rupees against the US dollar in the spot ma...",negative,-0.999002874
Sri Lanka expects growth to speed up in 2019,11/15/2018,Economy,"Sri Lanka's economy could accelerate over 4.0 to 4.5 percent in 2019, from an expected 3.6 percent in 2018, Central Bank...","Sri Lanka expects growth to speed up in 2019 Sri Lanka's economy could accelerate over 4.0 to 4.5 percent in 2019, from an expected 3.6 percent in 2018, Central Bank...",positive,0.917181194
Sri Lanka IMF program on hold in final lap,11/15/2018,Political News,A deal with the International Monetary Fund is in limbo until the any new administration confirms that it wants to go ah...,Sri Lanka IMF program on hold in final lap A deal with the International Monetary Fund is in limbo until the any new administration confirms that it wants to go ah...,negative,-0.997022212
Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank Sept net up 17-pct,11/15/2018,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank grew 17 percent from a year earlier to 4.8 billion rupees in t...,Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank Sept net up 17-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank grew 17 percent from a year earlier to 4.8 billion rupees in t...,positive,0.72367084
"Sri Lanka parliament sacks Rajapakse, crisis deepens",11/15/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's parliament on Wednesday voted out the bitterly disputed government of former strongman Mahinda Rajapakse, re...","Sri Lanka parliament sacks Rajapakse, crisis deepens Sri Lanka's parliament on Wednesday voted out the bitterly disputed government of former strongman Mahinda Rajapakse, re...",negative,-0.93167913
Money laundering watchdog to monitor effectiveness of Sri Lanka plan,11/15/2018,Economy,An Inter-governmental Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is happy with Sri Lanka's action plan and new rules on money la...,Money laundering watchdog to monitor effectiveness of Sri Lanka plan An Inter-governmental Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is happy with Sri Lanka's action plan and new rules on money la...,positive,0.999595821
Sri Lanka President's battle with Parliament continues,11/15/2018,Political News,A battle between Sri Lanka's Parliament and President Maithripala Sirisena took a new turn finding fault with a no-confi...,Sri Lanka President's battle with Parliament continues A battle between Sri Lanka's Parliament and President Maithripala Sirisena took a new turn finding fault with a no-confi...,negative,-0.994705379
Sri Lanka state banks to raise up to a billion US dollars from ME,11/14/2018,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's main state banks are expecting to raise up to billion US dollars from the Middle East by the end of the year...,Sri Lanka state banks to raise up to a billion US dollars from ME Sri Lanka's main state banks are expecting to raise up to billion US dollars from the Middle East by the end of the year...,negative,-0.919153035
"Majority of lawmakers oppose Rajapaksa govt, Sri Lanka parliament speaker says",11/14/2018,Legal,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s parliament speaker Karu Jayasuriya said 122 lawmakers in the 225-seat assembly h...,"Majority of lawmakers oppose Rajapaksa govt, Sri Lanka parliament speaker says ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s parliament speaker Karu Jayasuriya said 122 lawmakers in the 225-seat assembly h...",negative,-0.975938499
Sri Lanka getting enough inflows to repay $1.5bn by April: CB Governor,11/14/2018,Economy,The Central Bank of Sri Lanka said that it is expecting enough foreign inflows to rollover the 1.5 billion dollars of so...,Sri Lanka getting enough inflows to repay $1.5bn by April: CB Governor The Central Bank of Sri Lanka said that it is expecting enough foreign inflows to rollover the 1.5 billion dollars of so...,negative,-0.985638797
Sri Lanka cricket star joins Rajapakse's party,11/14/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's former cricket captain Tillakaratne Dilshan Wednesday joined the political party of former leader Mahinda Ra...,Sri Lanka cricket star joins Rajapakse's party Sri Lanka's former cricket captain Tillakaratne Dilshan Wednesday joined the political party of former leader Mahinda Ra...,positive,0.899373353
"Sri Lanka parliament sacks Rajapakse, leaving power vacuum",11/14/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's parliament on Wednesday voted out the bitterly disputed government of former strongman Mahinda Rajapakse, re...","Sri Lanka parliament sacks Rajapakse, leaving power vacuum Sri Lanka's parliament on Wednesday voted out the bitterly disputed government of former strongman Mahinda Rajapakse, re...",negative,-0.99630332
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks down 0.77-pct",11/14/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee weakened to a new low of around 176.45/55 rupees against the US dollar on Wednesday wh...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks down 0.77-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee weakened to a new low of around 176.45/55 rupees against the US dollar on Wednesday wh...",negative,-0.99968636
Rajapaksa spokesman admits lacks Sri Lanka parliament majority,11/14/2018,Legal,ECONOMYNEXT – A spokesman for Sri Lanka’s controversial new government led by former president Mahinda Raj...,Rajapaksa spokesman admits lacks Sri Lanka parliament majority ECONOMYNEXT – A spokesman for Sri Lanka’s controversial new government led by former president Mahinda Raj...,negative,-0.995587945
Sri Lanka forex reserves at US$7.2bn by Nov 14,11/14/2018,Economy,"Sri Lanka's forex reserves have fallen to 7.2 billion by the November 14 but more inflows are expected, Central Bank Gov...","Sri Lanka forex reserves at US$7.2bn by Nov 14 Sri Lanka's forex reserves have fallen to 7.2 billion by the November 14 but more inflows are expected, Central Bank Gov...",negative,-0.983745098
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Grain Elevators net up 101.6-pct in Sept,11/14/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lankan animal feed and poultry producer Ceylon Grain Elevators Plc net profits in the September quarter...,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Grain Elevators net up 101.6-pct in Sept ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lankan animal feed and poultry producer Ceylon Grain Elevators Plc net profits in the September quarter...,negative,-0.966096342
Sri Lanka parliament votes out Rajapakse's government,11/14/2018,Political News,AFP - Sri Lanka's parliament passed a motion of no-confidence in the controversially appointed government of Mahinda Raj...,Sri Lanka parliament votes out Rajapakse's government AFP - Sri Lanka's parliament passed a motion of no-confidence in the controversially appointed government of Mahinda Raj...,positive,0.924306571
Hemas Holdings Sep net up 27-pct; consumer segment drives growth,11/14/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's Hemas Holdings Plc grew 27.6 percent from a year earlier to 926.6 million rupees in...,Hemas Holdings Sep net up 27-pct; consumer segment drives growth ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's Hemas Holdings Plc grew 27.6 percent from a year earlier to 926.6 million rupees in...,positive,0.783958018
Nestlé’s Sri Lanka unit Sept quarter net profit up 16-pct,11/14/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Net profits at Sri Lanka's Nestlé unit rose 15.6 percent to 941 million rupees in the September ...,Nestlé’s Sri Lanka unit Sept quarter net profit up 16-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Net profits at Sri Lanka's Nestlé unit rose 15.6 percent to 941 million rupees in the September ...,negative,-0.969727695
"Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank Sept net up 25-pct on forex gains, better margins",11/14/2018,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at listed Commercial Bank of Ceylon Plc grew 24.5 percent from a year earlier to 5.1 billion rupee...,"Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank Sept net up 25-pct on forex gains, better margins ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at listed Commercial Bank of Ceylon Plc grew 24.5 percent from a year earlier to 5.1 billion rupee...",negative,-0.669418812
Sri Lanka parliament adjourned after no confidence vote,11/14/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's Parliament has been adjourned till 10.00 am tomorrow by Speaker Karu Jayasuriya after amid a tense situation...,Sri Lanka parliament adjourned after no confidence vote Sri Lanka's Parliament has been adjourned till 10.00 am tomorrow by Speaker Karu Jayasuriya after amid a tense situation...,negative,-0.972647607
Civil Aviation ministry secretary appointed Chairman of SriLankan Airlines,11/14/2018,Aviation,"ECONOMYNEXT – G. S. Vithanage, Secretary of the Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation, has been appointed chai...","Civil Aviation ministry secretary appointed Chairman of SriLankan Airlines ECONOMYNEXT – G. S. Vithanage, Secretary of the Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation, has been appointed chai...",positive,0.969569325
Sri Lanka parliament to meet in showdown between rival PMs,11/14/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's parliament will meet under tight security Wednesday, after the top court ruled its dissolution illegal and o...","Sri Lanka parliament to meet in showdown between rival PMs Sri Lanka's parliament will meet under tight security Wednesday, after the top court ruled its dissolution illegal and o...",negative,-0.969837427
Sri Lanka rupee steady; stocks open sharply lower,11/14/2018,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened steady on Wednesday, quoted wide at around 176.00/30 rupees against the US doll...","Sri Lanka rupee steady; stocks open sharply lower ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened steady on Wednesday, quoted wide at around 176.00/30 rupees against the US doll...",negative,-0.988296449
"Sri Lanka raises rates, cuts reserve ratio amid BOP trouble",11/14/2018,Economy,Sri Lanka's Central Bank has raised rates by 50 basis points and cut the reserve ratio to release liquidity amid cash sh...,"Sri Lanka raises rates, cuts reserve ratio amid BOP trouble Sri Lanka's Central Bank has raised rates by 50 basis points and cut the reserve ratio to release liquidity amid cash sh...",negative,-0.985487342
Sri Lanka’s Hayleys in second successive quarterly loss,11/14/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Hayleys group reported a loss of 143.4 million rupees in the September 2018 quar...,Sri Lanka’s Hayleys in second successive quarterly loss ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Hayleys group reported a loss of 143.4 million rupees in the September 2018 quar...,negative,-0.998960495
Sri Lanka Supreme Court restores parliament in boost to ousted PM,11/13/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's Supreme Court on Tuesday overruled President Maithripala Sirisena's dissolution of parliament in a major boo...,Sri Lanka Supreme Court restores parliament in boost to ousted PM Sri Lanka's Supreme Court on Tuesday overruled President Maithripala Sirisena's dissolution of parliament in a major boo...,positive,0.932753444
"Speaker hails Sri Lanka judiciary, asks officials public to follow rulings, Parliament",11/13/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's Speaker, Karu Jayasuriya has asked members to convene to determine the legitimacy of a government and asked ...","Speaker hails Sri Lanka judiciary, asks officials public to follow rulings, Parliament Sri Lanka's Speaker, Karu Jayasuriya has asked members to convene to determine the legitimacy of a government and asked ...",positive,0.948925078
Sri Lanka Speaker calls Parliament to meet on Nov 14,11/13/2018,Political News,Speaker Karu Jayasuriya has called members of Sri Lanka's Parliament to meet on November 14 at 10.00 am after the island...,Sri Lanka Speaker calls Parliament to meet on Nov 14 Speaker Karu Jayasuriya has called members of Sri Lanka's Parliament to meet on November 14 at 10.00 am after the island...,positive,0.73173058
Sri Lanka Supreme Court restores sacked parliament,11/13/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's Supreme Court on Tuesday overruled President Maithripala Sirisena's dissolution of parliament and ordered a ...,Sri Lanka Supreme Court restores sacked parliament Sri Lanka's Supreme Court on Tuesday overruled President Maithripala Sirisena's dissolution of parliament and ordered a ...,negative,-0.988468468
Sri Lanka Supreme Court suspends dissolution of parliament,11/13/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has suspended the dissolution of parliament by President Maithripala Sirisena, granting interi...","Sri Lanka Supreme Court suspends dissolution of parliament Sri Lanka's Supreme Court has suspended the dissolution of parliament by President Maithripala Sirisena, granting interi...",negative,-0.958714724
"Sri Lanka’s FIU, Motor Traffic dept to share money laundering intelligence",11/13/2018,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) said it has signed an agreement with the Depar...,"Sri Lanka’s FIU, Motor Traffic dept to share money laundering intelligence ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) said it has signed an agreement with the Depar...",negative,-0.971138537
Sri Lanka Supreme Court order on parliament sacking case reserved for 5.00 pm,11/13/2018,Political News,A three judge bench of Sri Lanka's Supreme Court is expected to given an order on several after several parties filed pe...,Sri Lanka Supreme Court order on parliament sacking case reserved for 5.00 pm A three judge bench of Sri Lanka's Supreme Court is expected to given an order on several after several parties filed pe...,negative,-0.994622707
Kapila Chandrasena appointed Chairman of Sri Lankan Airlines,11/13/2018,Economy,"Kapila Chandrasena, a former Chief Executive of SriLankan Airlines has been appointed its Chairman, following the resign...","Kapila Chandrasena appointed Chairman of Sri Lankan Airlines Kapila Chandrasena, a former Chief Executive of SriLankan Airlines has been appointed its Chairman, following the resign...",positive,0.924380183
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks up 0.21-pct with Odel dominating turnover",11/13/2018,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee closed Tuesday at a new low of about 176.15/25 rupees against the US dollar, as...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks up 0.21-pct with Odel dominating turnover ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee closed Tuesday at a new low of about 176.15/25 rupees against the US dollar, as...",negative,-0.998843193
Sri Lanka's Royal Ceramics Sep net down 35-pct on rising costs,11/13/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's listed Royal Ceramics fell 35 percent to 440.5 million rupees in the September 2018...,Sri Lanka's Royal Ceramics Sep net down 35-pct on rising costs ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's listed Royal Ceramics fell 35 percent to 440.5 million rupees in the September 2018...,negative,-0.999247432
Sri Lanka poultry firm profits up with demand recovery,11/13/2018,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's Three Acre Farms Plc, a poultry said profits for the September quarter doubled from a year earlier to 213.9 ...","Sri Lanka poultry firm profits up with demand recovery Sri Lanka's Three Acre Farms Plc, a poultry said profits for the September quarter doubled from a year earlier to 213.9 ...",negative,-0.583966553
'Incomparable' pink diamond could smash record at Geneva auction,11/13/2018,International news,"An exceptionally rare 19-carat pink diamond goes under the hammer in Geneva Tuesday, when it could fetch $50 million (44...","'Incomparable' pink diamond could smash record at Geneva auction An exceptionally rare 19-carat pink diamond goes under the hammer in Geneva Tuesday, when it could fetch $50 million (44...",positive,0.967465937
Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Sep net slightly down on NPLs,11/13/2018,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Despite improving interest margins, profits at Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Plc fell a marginal 0.8 percent fr...","Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Sep net slightly down on NPLs ECONOMYNEXT - Despite improving interest margins, profits at Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Plc fell a marginal 0.8 percent fr...",negative,-0.999709666
Sri Lanka's JKH share buyback not liable for tax: official,11/13/2018,Markets,An 11.1 billion rupee share repurchase by John Keells Holdings Plc will not be taxed under a new law since the funds ret...,Sri Lanka's JKH share buyback not liable for tax: official An 11.1 billion rupee share repurchase by John Keells Holdings Plc will not be taxed under a new law since the funds ret...,negative,-0.850297153
"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks open steady; bond market inactive",11/13/2018,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee and stocks opened steady Tuesday and sentiment was dull in the secondary bond market a...,"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks open steady; bond market inactive ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee and stocks opened steady Tuesday and sentiment was dull in the secondary bond market a...",negative,-0.999408126
Electric surge to require flexible power systems: IEA,11/13/2018,International news,"Paris, France | AFP | Tuesday - Demand for electricity is set to explode in the next two decades, which could be good ne...","Electric surge to require flexible power systems: IEA Paris, France | AFP | Tuesday - Demand for electricity is set to explode in the next two decades, which could be good ne...",negative,-0.981737614
Tokyo stocks drop more than 3-pct after Wall Street plunge,11/13/2018,International news,"Tokyo, Japan | AFP | Tuesday - Tokyo stocks dived more than three percent shortly after the open on Tuesday, with invest...","Tokyo stocks drop more than 3-pct after Wall Street plunge Tokyo, Japan | AFP | Tuesday - Tokyo stocks dived more than three percent shortly after the open on Tuesday, with invest...",negative,-0.998164594
Suspension of Sri Lanka parliament challenged in court,11/13/2018,Political News,Supporters of Sri Lanka's fired prime minister and a top election official on Monday challenged in court the president's...,Suspension of Sri Lanka parliament challenged in court Supporters of Sri Lanka's fired prime minister and a top election official on Monday challenged in court the president's...,negative,-0.984176755
Sri Lanka’s Dipped Products Sept quarter net up 270-pct,11/13/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan rubber gloves maker Dipped Products said net profit shot up 270 percent to 153 million r...,Sri Lanka’s Dipped Products Sept quarter net up 270-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan rubber gloves maker Dipped Products said net profit shot up 270 percent to 153 million r...,negative,-0.985263348
Sacking of Sri Lanka parliament illegal: commissioner,11/12/2018,Legal,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s independent Election Commission believes that President Maithripala Sirisena cal...,Sacking of Sri Lanka parliament illegal: commissioner ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s independent Election Commission believes that President Maithripala Sirisena cal...,negative,-0.996945798
Sri Lanka court to resume hearing Tuesday on challenge to suspension of parliament,11/12/2018,Legal,(AFP) - Supporters of Sri Lanka's fired prime minister and a top election official on Monday challenged in court the pre...,Sri Lanka court to resume hearing Tuesday on challenge to suspension of parliament (AFP) - Supporters of Sri Lanka's fired prime minister and a top election official on Monday challenged in court the pre...,negative,-0.947399437
"Singer Sri Lanka in the red on forex losses, higher interest costs",11/12/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Electronics and home appliances retailer Singer Sri Lanka Plc reported a loss of 144.1 million rupees in t...,"Singer Sri Lanka in the red on forex losses, higher interest costs ECONOMYNEXT - Electronics and home appliances retailer Singer Sri Lanka Plc reported a loss of 144.1 million rupees in t...",negative,-0.999576747
Sri Lanka’s LVL Energy Sept quarter net profit up 25-pct,11/12/2018,Energy,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s LVL Energy Fund, which operates hydro, wind and thermal power plants, said net profit r...","Sri Lanka’s LVL Energy Sept quarter net profit up 25-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s LVL Energy Fund, which operates hydro, wind and thermal power plants, said net profit r...",negative,-0.90096271
Sri Lanka's bilateral aid not at risk: Amunugama,11/12/2018,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT- Foreign governments have not withdrawn grants, project loans and economic programmes with Sri Lanka, said S...","Sri Lanka's bilateral aid not at risk: Amunugama ECONOMYNEXT- Foreign governments have not withdrawn grants, project loans and economic programmes with Sri Lanka, said S...",positive,0.990908325
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks gain marginally",11/12/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 175.70/80 rupees against the US dollar on Monday while stocks ...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks gain marginally ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 175.70/80 rupees against the US dollar on Monday while stocks ...",negative,-0.997609377
Sri Lanka Election Commissioner says sacking of parliament illegal,11/12/2018,Legal,ECONOMYNEXT – A member of the three-man independent Election Commission joined a dozen petitioners asking the Sup...,Sri Lanka Election Commissioner says sacking of parliament illegal ECONOMYNEXT – A member of the three-man independent Election Commission joined a dozen petitioners asking the Sup...,negative,-0.998057306
"Sri Lanka parties, election commissioner challenges Sirisena",11/12/2018,Legal,(AFP) - Sri Lanka's main parties and a top election official on Monday challenged in the highest court the president's s...,"Sri Lanka parties, election commissioner challenges Sirisena (AFP) - Sri Lanka's main parties and a top election official on Monday challenged in the highest court the president's s...",negative,-0.958706379
Sri Lanka Central Finance Sept net up 7.6-pct,11/12/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's listed Central Finance Company Plc rose 7.60 percent from a year earlier to 1.52 bi...,Sri Lanka Central Finance Sept net up 7.6-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's listed Central Finance Company Plc rose 7.60 percent from a year earlier to 1.52 bi...,positive,0.865779102
"Sri Lanka tobacco monopoly profit down, tax hike reduces sales",11/12/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tobacco Company Plc (CTC) posted net profits of 3.6 billion rupees for the September 201...,"Sri Lanka tobacco monopoly profit down, tax hike reduces sales ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tobacco Company Plc (CTC) posted net profits of 3.6 billion rupees for the September 201...",negative,-0.98314625
Sri Lanka's Colombo Port volumes up 14.9-pct by Sept,11/12/2018,Logistics,"ECONOMYNEXT - Container volumes at Sri Lanka's Colombo Port rose 14.9 percent to 5,223,292 twenty foot equivalent units ...","Sri Lanka's Colombo Port volumes up 14.9-pct by Sept ECONOMYNEXT - Container volumes at Sri Lanka's Colombo Port rose 14.9 percent to 5,223,292 twenty foot equivalent units ...",negative,-0.837122738
Sri Lanka parties file court challenge against parliament sacking,11/12/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's main political parties on Monday filed petitions challenging President Maithripala Sirisena's sacking of par...,Sri Lanka parties file court challenge against parliament sacking Sri Lanka's main political parties on Monday filed petitions challenging President Maithripala Sirisena's sacking of par...,negative,-0.994351983
Sri Lanka parliament sacking against constitution: lawyers collective,11/12/2018,Political News,"The sacking of Sri Lanka's Parliament by President Maithripala Sirisena is clearly unconstitutional and undemocratic, a ...","Sri Lanka parliament sacking against constitution: lawyers collective The sacking of Sri Lanka's Parliament by President Maithripala Sirisena is clearly unconstitutional and undemocratic, a ...",negative,-0.998853564
Sri Lanka's JKH to return Rs11bn to shareholders,11/12/2018,Markets,Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings said it would return 11.1 billion rupees to shareholders  buying back shares at 160 rup...,Sri Lanka's JKH to return Rs11bn to shareholders Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings said it would return 11.1 billion rupees to shareholders  buying back shares at 160 rup...,negative,-0.939881861
Asian markets start week on cautious note,11/12/2018,International news,Asian markets were largely flat on Monday morning following weak US trading at the end of last week and as nervousness o...,Asian markets start week on cautious note Asian markets were largely flat on Monday morning following weak US trading at the end of last week and as nervousness o...,negative,-0.99970144
Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata net down 53.8-pct in Sept amid forex loss,11/12/2018,Markets,Net profits at Sri Lankan telco Dialog Axiata Plc in the September 2018 quarter fell 53.8 percent from a year earlier to...,Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata net down 53.8-pct in Sept amid forex loss Net profits at Sri Lankan telco Dialog Axiata Plc in the September 2018 quarter fell 53.8 percent from a year earlier to...,negative,-0.999588311
Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly weaker; stocks lower,11/12/2018,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka stocks opened lower on Monday and the rupee was quoted marginally weaker at around 175.20/40 rup...,Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly weaker; stocks lower ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka stocks opened lower on Monday and the rupee was quoted marginally weaker at around 175.20/40 rup...,negative,-0.999382138
China-backed trade deal centre stage at summit as US retreats,11/12/2018,International news,"World leaders will push for the rapid completion of a massive, China-backed trade deal that excludes the US at a summit ...","China-backed trade deal centre stage at summit as US retreats World leaders will push for the rapid completion of a massive, China-backed trade deal that excludes the US at a summit ...",negative,-0.721307814
"Oil producers see oversupply, call for new strategies",11/12/2018,International news,"Major oil producers said Sunday that crude supply next year would outstrip demand, calling for new strategies based on p...","Oil producers see oversupply, call for new strategies Major oil producers said Sunday that crude supply next year would outstrip demand, calling for new strategies based on p...",negative,-0.997388184
"Sri Lanka Parliament, President in epic battle",11/12/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's speaker on Sunday accused President Maithripala Sirisena of usurping parliament and urged public servants to...,"Sri Lanka Parliament, President in epic battle Sri Lanka's speaker on Sunday accused President Maithripala Sirisena of usurping parliament and urged public servants to...",negative,-0.572891176
Sri Lanka forex reserves rise in October with China loan,11/12/2018,Economy,"Sri Lanka's forex reserves rose 736 million US dollars to 7,900 million US dollars in October 2018 from a month earlier,...","Sri Lanka forex reserves rise in October with China loan Sri Lanka's forex reserves rose 736 million US dollars to 7,900 million US dollars in October 2018 from a month earlier,...",positive,0.845226347
"Sri Lanka President says sacked parliament due to bribes, unrest fears - full text",11/11/2018,Political News,"President Maithripala Sirisena Sunday defended his contested sacking of parliament, saying violent clashes among rival M...","Sri Lanka President says sacked parliament due to bribes, unrest fears - full text President Maithripala Sirisena Sunday defended his contested sacking of parliament, saying violent clashes among rival M...",negative,-0.996928751
Sri Lanka speaker calls citizens to defend constitution; says freedoms at risk - full text,11/11/2018,Political News,The Speaker of Sri Lanka's parliament has asked citizens and public officials to defend the constitution and warned that...,Sri Lanka speaker calls citizens to defend constitution; says freedoms at risk - full text The Speaker of Sri Lanka's parliament has asked citizens and public officials to defend the constitution and warned that...,negative,-0.903085053
Sri Lanka president usurped powers of MPs: Speaker,11/11/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's parliamentary Speaker Sunday accused President Maithripala Sirisena of ""usurping"" the rights of legislators ...","Sri Lanka president usurped powers of MPs: Speaker Sri Lanka's parliamentary Speaker Sunday accused President Maithripala Sirisena of ""usurping"" the rights of legislators ...",negative,-0.995147288
UN chief expresses concern after Sri Lanka parliament sacking,11/11/2018,Political News,United Nations Chief António Guterres has expessed concern over the sudden sacking of Sri Lanka's parliament and has ...,UN chief expresses concern after Sri Lanka parliament sacking United Nations Chief António Guterres has expessed concern over the sudden sacking of Sri Lanka's parliament and has ...,negative,-0.976684093
Mahinda Rajapaksa ditches Sri Lanka Freedom Party,11/11/2018,Political News,Former president Mahinda Rajapaksa Sunday renounced his membership in the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) and joined the ...,Mahinda Rajapaksa ditches Sri Lanka Freedom Party Former president Mahinda Rajapaksa Sunday renounced his membership in the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) and joined the ...,negative,-0.998299181
"Sri Lanka Election Commission ready for poll, unless court orders otherwise: report",11/11/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's Elections Commission getting ready to conduct a poll under a gazette notice issued by President Maithripala ...,"Sri Lanka Election Commission ready for poll, unless court orders otherwise: report Sri Lanka's Elections Commission getting ready to conduct a poll under a gazette notice issued by President Maithripala ...",negative,-0.990209699
EU warns Sri Lanka on economic and political risks,11/11/2018,Political News,The European Union has warned that sacking of a parliament by President Maithripala deepens an economic and political cr...,EU warns Sri Lanka on economic and political risks The European Union has warned that sacking of a parliament by President Maithripala deepens an economic and political cr...,negative,-0.985557854
Legal challenge as Sri Lankan political turmoil deepens,11/11/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's largest party announced Saturday a legal challenge to President Maithripala Sirisena's sacking of parliament...,Legal challenge as Sri Lankan political turmoil deepens Sri Lanka's largest party announced Saturday a legal challenge to President Maithripala Sirisena's sacking of parliament...,negative,-0.992173433
Sri Lankan main party to challenge parliament sacking,11/10/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's largest single party Saturday said it will mount a legal challenge against ""tyrant"" President Maithripala Si...","Sri Lankan main party to challenge parliament sacking Sri Lanka's largest single party Saturday said it will mount a legal challenge against ""tyrant"" President Maithripala Si...",negative,-0.97911799
Sri Lanka: weeks of political crisis,11/10/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's political crisis deepened Friday after its president dissolved parliament, clearing the way for a snap elect...","Sri Lanka: weeks of political crisis Sri Lanka's political crisis deepened Friday after its president dissolved parliament, clearing the way for a snap elect...",negative,-0.630700886
Sri Lanka industrial production down 0.7-pct in Sept,11/10/2018,Business,Sri Lanka's industrial production in September 2018 fell 0.7 percent from a year earlier with declines in food manufactu...,Sri Lanka industrial production down 0.7-pct in Sept Sri Lanka's industrial production in September 2018 fell 0.7 percent from a year earlier with declines in food manufactu...,negative,-0.999433219
"Sri Lanka nearing 2019 with no budget, vote on account: economist",11/10/2018,Economy,Sri Lanka is nearing the end of 2018 with no budget presented at Parliament for next year which has since been dissolved...,"Sri Lanka nearing 2019 with no budget, vote on account: economist Sri Lanka is nearing the end of 2018 with no budget presented at Parliament for next year which has since been dissolved...",negative,-0.997343242
Mahinda hopes for stability with Sri Lanka elections,11/10/2018,Political News,"An election could make way for stability in the country, Mahinda Rajapaksa who was suddenly appointed Prime Minister by ...","Mahinda hopes for stability with Sri Lanka elections An election could make way for stability in the country, Mahinda Rajapaksa who was suddenly appointed Prime Minister by ...",negative,-0.957301736
US concerned by Sri Lanka dissolution,11/10/2018,Political News,"The United States voiced concern Friday after Sri Lanka's president ordered snap elections, as lawmakers warned that US ...","US concerned by Sri Lanka dissolution The United States voiced concern Friday after Sri Lanka's president ordered snap elections, as lawmakers warned that US ...",negative,-0.956685603
Sri Lanka crisis deepens as president calls snap election,11/10/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka plunged deeper into crisis Saturday after President Maithripala Sirisena called a snap election, leaving the c...","Sri Lanka crisis deepens as president calls snap election Sri Lanka plunged deeper into crisis Saturday after President Maithripala Sirisena called a snap election, leaving the c...",negative,-0.988955915
Sri Lanka in civilizational crisis amid constitutional violations: Uyangoda,11/10/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's constitution has been violated plunging the country into a political crisis two weeks ago and more violation...,Sri Lanka in civilizational crisis amid constitutional violations: Uyangoda Sri Lanka's constitution has been violated plunging the country into a political crisis two weeks ago and more violation...,negative,-0.997509003
Sri Lanka calls snap elections on Jan 05,11/9/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has called snap general elections on January 05, after issuing a notice disso...","Sri Lanka calls snap elections on Jan 05 Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has called snap general elections on January 05, after issuing a notice disso...",negative,-0.993796229
Sri Lanka President appoints seven new cabinet ministers,11/9/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena appointed seven new cabinet ministers Friday evening, hours before dissolving p...","Sri Lanka President appoints seven new cabinet ministers Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena appointed seven new cabinet ministers Friday evening, hours before dissolving p...",positive,0.967323363
Sri Lanka crisis: president dissolves parliament,11/9/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena on Friday dissolved parliament in a gamble that a new election will get backi...,Sri Lanka crisis: president dissolves parliament Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena on Friday dissolved parliament in a gamble that a new election will get backi...,negative,-0.997038126
Sri Lanka president sacks parliament after power struggle: minister,11/9/2018,Political News,President Maithripala Sirisena sacked Sri Lanka's parliament Friday hours after his party announced he did not have a ma...,Sri Lanka president sacks parliament after power struggle: minister President Maithripala Sirisena sacked Sri Lanka's parliament Friday hours after his party announced he did not have a ma...,negative,-0.998997152
Sri Lanka President dissolves parliament: State TV,11/9/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's parliament will be dissolved tonight, state television Rupavahini said citing government sources.","Sri Lanka President dissolves parliament: State TV Sri Lanka's parliament will be dissolved tonight, state television Rupavahini said citing government sources.",negative,-0.998782814
Sri Lanka president short of votes in crisis campaign,11/9/2018,Political News,"Two weeks into a showdown between rival prime ministers, the Sri Lankan president's party admitted for the first time Fr...","Sri Lanka president short of votes in crisis campaign Two weeks into a showdown between rival prime ministers, the Sri Lankan president's party admitted for the first time Fr...",negative,-0.990553141
"IFS plans more investments in Sri Lanka, undeterred by uncertainty",11/9/2018,ICT,"ECONOMYNEXT- IFS, a Swedish ICT company with a majority of software development based in Sri Lanka, is planning major in...","IFS plans more investments in Sri Lanka, undeterred by uncertainty ECONOMYNEXT- IFS, a Swedish ICT company with a majority of software development based in Sri Lanka, is planning major in...",negative,-0.985999405
"AI in education, training seen as big opportunity for Sri Lanka",11/9/2018,ICT,ECONOMYNEXT – Use of artificial intelligence (AI) in education and training presents big opportunities for Sri La...,"AI in education, training seen as big opportunity for Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT – Use of artificial intelligence (AI) in education and training presents big opportunities for Sri La...",positive,0.997007906
"Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, stocks rebound",11/9/2018,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee ended steady against the US dollar on Friday, with gilt yields edging higher and stock...","Sri Lanka rupee ends steady, stocks rebound ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee ended steady against the US dollar on Friday, with gilt yields edging higher and stock...",positive,0.969602466
"Taxes, impairments wipe out Sri Lanka’s Cargills Bank Sept quarter profits",11/9/2018,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Cargills Bank reported net profit slumped to less than a million rupees in the S...,"Taxes, impairments wipe out Sri Lanka’s Cargills Bank Sept quarter profits ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Cargills Bank reported net profit slumped to less than a million rupees in the S...",negative,-0.998839319
Sri Lanka to keep Singapore FTA: may make changes after study,11/9/2018,Economy,"Sri Lanka may re-negotiate a free trade with Singapore for mutual benefit, after looking at an expert report and a Supre...","Sri Lanka to keep Singapore FTA: may make changes after study Sri Lanka may re-negotiate a free trade with Singapore for mutual benefit, after looking at an expert report and a Supre...",negative,-0.958001852
"Delaying Sri Lanka parliament vote could deter investors, EU warns",11/9/2018,Political News,ECONOMYNEXT – Delaying a parliament vote on a new Sri Lankan government could damage the island's reputation and ...,"Delaying Sri Lanka parliament vote could deter investors, EU warns ECONOMYNEXT – Delaying a parliament vote on a new Sri Lankan government could damage the island's reputation and ...",negative,-0.999443471
"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks marginally lower in early trading; bonds edge higher",11/9/2018,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee was trading slightly weaker at around 175.20/30 rupees against the US dollar in the sp...,"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks marginally lower in early trading; bonds edge higher ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee was trading slightly weaker at around 175.20/30 rupees against the US dollar in the sp...",negative,-0.998708248
"US, China meet to explore path forward from tensions",11/9/2018,International news,"The United States and China resume top-level talks Friday after months of spiraling tension, looking to see if they can ...","US, China meet to explore path forward from tensions The United States and China resume top-level talks Friday after months of spiraling tension, looking to see if they can ...",positive,0.988769531
"Asian markets sink at end of healthy week, dollar up",11/9/2018,International news,"Asian markets turned lower Friday as investors took their foot off the pedal at the end of a broadly positive week, whil...","Asian markets sink at end of healthy week, dollar up Asian markets turned lower Friday as investors took their foot off the pedal at the end of a broadly positive week, whil...",negative,-0.996626139
"Sri Lanka stocks down 0.95-pct, rupee weaker",11/9/2018,Markets,Sri Lanka's stock fell 0.95 percent Thursday amid political uncertainty while the rupee also ended lower at around 175.0...,"Sri Lanka stocks down 0.95-pct, rupee weaker Sri Lanka's stock fell 0.95 percent Thursday amid political uncertainty while the rupee also ended lower at around 175.0...",negative,-0.99961251
Sri Lanka tea prices to end down in 2018: Central Bank,11/9/2018,Agriculture,"Average prices at auctions in Sri Lanka's capital will end down 2018, continuing a trend seen so far in the year, the Ce...","Sri Lanka tea prices to end down in 2018: Central Bank Average prices at auctions in Sri Lanka's capital will end down 2018, continuing a trend seen so far in the year, the Ce...",negative,-0.999697208
Officers of Sri Lanka Parliament cannot block decisions of speaker: lawyers collective,11/9/2018,Political News,Recent decisions by Sri Lanka's Speaker Karu Jayasuriya have been made according to constitutional interpretation backed...,Officers of Sri Lanka Parliament cannot block decisions of speaker: lawyers collective Recent decisions by Sri Lanka's Speaker Karu Jayasuriya have been made according to constitutional interpretation backed...,positive,0.905517101
Sri Lanka’s Haycarb Sept net profit up 56-pct,11/9/2018,Business,Sri Lankan coconut shell-based activated carbon maker Haycarb said net profit rose 56 percent to 203 million rupees in t...,Sri Lanka’s Haycarb Sept net profit up 56-pct Sri Lankan coconut shell-based activated carbon maker Haycarb said net profit rose 56 percent to 203 million rupees in t...,negative,-0.97431469
Sri Lanka's JKH net up 37-pct in Sept,11/8/2018,Markets,Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings Plc (JKH) net profits for the September quarter grew 37 percent from a year earlier to ...,Sri Lanka's JKH net up 37-pct in Sept Sri Lanka's John Keells Holdings Plc (JKH) net profits for the September quarter grew 37 percent from a year earlier to ...,negative,-0.565663815
Sri Lanka revives tax appeals commission,11/8/2018,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Tax Appeals Commission (TAC), which had been inactive for some time, has been re...","Sri Lanka revives tax appeals commission ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Tax Appeals Commission (TAC), which had been inactive for some time, has been re...",negative,-0.997407258
Sri Lanka’s Watawala Plantations Sept quarter net down 12-pct,11/8/2018,Agriculture,"ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Watawala Plantations, which has spun off its tea business, said net profit fell ...","Sri Lanka’s Watawala Plantations Sept quarter net down 12-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Watawala Plantations, which has spun off its tea business, said net profit fell ...",negative,-0.999628425
"Sri Lanka’s agriculture production improves, paddy rebounds",11/8/2018,Agriculture,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s agriculture sector saw double-digit growth in the first half of 2018 from a year ago, w...","Sri Lanka’s agriculture production improves, paddy rebounds ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s agriculture sector saw double-digit growth in the first half of 2018 from a year ago, w...",positive,0.994642258
Asian markets rally as investors see positive in US gridlock,11/8/2018,International news,"Asian markets climbed Thursday, building on a global rally as investors bet that gridlock in Washington will clip Donald...","Asian markets rally as investors see positive in US gridlock Asian markets climbed Thursday, building on a global rally as investors bet that gridlock in Washington will clip Donald...",positive,0.899907768
Bandula appointed as Sri Lanka's International Trade Minister,11/8/2018,Political News,President Maithripala Sirisena has appointed Bandula Gunewardene as the Minister of International Trade and Investment P...,Bandula appointed as Sri Lanka's International Trade Minister President Maithripala Sirisena has appointed Bandula Gunewardene as the Minister of International Trade and Investment P...,positive,0.99286592
"Sri Lanka rupee slightly weaker, stocks open 0.22-pct lower",11/8/2018,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee weakened in early trading Thursday to 174.90/175.10 rupees against the US dollar, whil...","Sri Lanka rupee slightly weaker, stocks open 0.22-pct lower ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee weakened in early trading Thursday to 174.90/175.10 rupees against the US dollar, whil...",negative,-0.999401093
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 0.5-pct in Oct,11/8/2018,Business,"Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka in October 2018 grew 0.5 percent from a year ago to 153,123 led by Indian visitors, the to...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 0.5-pct in Oct Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka in October 2018 grew 0.5 percent from a year ago to 153,123 led by Indian visitors, the to...",negative,-0.614740551
"US urges Sri Lanka to recall parliament, says crisis undermining reputation",11/8/2018,Political News,The United States has urged Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena to reconvene parliament saying an ongoing politic...,"US urges Sri Lanka to recall parliament, says crisis undermining reputation The United States has urged Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena to reconvene parliament saying an ongoing politic...",negative,-0.985618174