Headline,Date,Related Field,News Description,combined_text,sentiment,sentiment_score
SriLankan Engineering certifies Singpapore Airlines B787 on Maldives run,10/9/2019,Uncategorized,"SriLankan Engineering has certified the first Boeing 737 aircraft of Singapore Airlines operated to Male Maldives, as pa...","SriLankan Engineering certifies Singpapore Airlines B787 on Maldives run SriLankan Engineering has certified the first Boeing 737 aircraft of Singapore Airlines operated to Male Maldives, as pa...",positive,1
Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid day trade,7/18/2023,Markets,"(ASPI) was up 0.14 percent or 14.52 points to 10,742.51","Sri Lanka shares edge up in mid day trade (ASPI) was up 0.14 percent or 14.52 points to 10,742.51",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's provincial polls to be held under 70-30 PR system: state minister,4/13/2021,Politics,"Sri Lanka plans to hold the upcoming provincial council elections under a 70-30 proportional representation system, Stat...","Sri Lanka's provincial polls to be held under 70-30 PR system: state minister Sri Lanka plans to hold the upcoming provincial council elections under a 70-30 proportional representation system, Stat...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka debt can be made sustainable without re-structuring domestic borrowings: CB Governor,8/18/2022,Economy,There has been no request to restructure domestic debt,Sri Lanka debt can be made sustainable without re-structuring domestic borrowings: CB Governor There has been no request to restructure domestic debt,positive,1
Multiple blasts rock Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday,4/21/2019,Uncategorized,"Five explosions rocked Sri Lanka in the early hours of Easter Sunday, three of which had targeted Christian Churches.","Multiple blasts rock Sri Lanka on Easter Sunday Five explosions rocked Sri Lanka in the early hours of Easter Sunday, three of which had targeted Christian Churches.",positive,1
Plans to draw investor for SriLankan Airlines with 49-pct stake,8/22/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is making plans to attract a foreign investor by offering a 49 percent stake and taking off some of the debt o...,Plans to draw investor for SriLankan Airlines with 49-pct stake Sri Lanka is making plans to attract a foreign investor by offering a 49 percent stake and taking off some of the debt o...,positive,1
Crisis-riddled Sri Lanka appoints economic council; weekly meetings scheduled,3/9/2022,Economy,Intellectuals with standing in their respective fields will also be invited to meetings of the council as required.,Crisis-riddled Sri Lanka appoints economic council; weekly meetings scheduled Intellectuals with standing in their respective fields will also be invited to meetings of the council as required.,positive,1
"Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, stocks down 0.18-pct",5/9/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened flat at 174.90/20 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday, while gi...","Sri Lanka rupee opens steady, stocks down 0.18-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened flat at 174.90/20 rupees to the US dollar in the spot market Thursday, while gi...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks close 1-pct higher,9/15/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks close 0.98 per cent higher on Tuesday, pushed Index heavy Distilleries Company, Richard Pieris and ...","Sri Lanka stocks close 1-pct higher Sri Lanka’s stocks close 0.98 per cent higher on Tuesday, pushed Index heavy Distilleries Company, Richard Pieris and ...",negative,-1
Sri Lankan engineers warn against open-ended LNG imports in proposed policy,3/28/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan engineers have warned against open-ended liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports implied in ...,Sri Lankan engineers warn against open-ended LNG imports in proposed policy ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan engineers have warned against open-ended liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports implied in ...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka sets up Coronavirus tourist hotline 1912,3/20/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka has set up a hotline for with a the short number 1912 for tourists in the island, the island's tourism promoti...","Sri Lanka sets up Coronavirus tourist hotline 1912 Sri Lanka has set up a hotline for with a the short number 1912 for tourists in the island, the island's tourism promoti...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka tourism arrivals up from last year in May, but below April ",5/31/2023,Economy,"In April Sri Lanka welcomed 105,498 tourists, down from 125,495 in March.","Sri Lanka tourism arrivals up from last year in May, but below April  In April Sri Lanka welcomed 105,498 tourists, down from 125,495 in March.",positive,1
Sri Lanka cabinet approves legal changes for flexible inflation targeting,3/21/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's Cabinet of Ministers have approved changes to the monetary law of the country to help the Central Bank condu...,Sri Lanka cabinet approves legal changes for flexible inflation targeting Sri Lanka's Cabinet of Ministers have approved changes to the monetary law of the country to help the Central Bank condu...,positive,1
"Sri Lanka ruling party slams ""baseless"" rumours of Rajapaksa return",5/15/2023,Politics,"“This is a falsehood circulated by politicians who have run out of topics.""","Sri Lanka ruling party slams ""baseless"" rumours of Rajapaksa return “This is a falsehood circulated by politicians who have run out of topics.""",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's anti-govt protest leader Catholic priest released on bail,8/12/2022,Politics,Father Jeevantha Peiris was released on bail by the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court on Friday August 12.,Sri Lanka's anti-govt protest leader Catholic priest released on bail Father Jeevantha Peiris was released on bail by the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court on Friday August 12.,negative,-1
"Future SJB govt to ""refine"" Sri Lanka's agreement with IMF: Harsha de Silva",9/26/2023,Economy,"“It was a good discussion. We were quite frank,” said de Silva.","Future SJB govt to ""refine"" Sri Lanka's agreement with IMF: Harsha de Silva “It was a good discussion. We were quite frank,” said de Silva.",positive,1
Trump  says Islamic State chief Baghdadi killed in US raid,10/28/2019,Uncategorized,"President Donald Trump on Sunday said that the elusive leader of the Islamic State group, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, had been...","Trump  says Islamic State chief Baghdadi killed in US raid President Donald Trump on Sunday said that the elusive leader of the Islamic State group, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, had been...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka PM must present fiscal consolidation plan, go for SOE reform: opposition MP",6/30/2022,Economy,"Sri Lanka’s ongoing economic crisis is “utterly complicated. Coming months will be very tough,” he said.","Sri Lanka PM must present fiscal consolidation plan, go for SOE reform: opposition MP Sri Lanka’s ongoing economic crisis is “utterly complicated. Coming months will be very tough,” he said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Dipped Products Sept quarter net up 51-pct,11/5/2019,Business,Sri Lankan rubber gloves maker Dipped Products' net profit rose 51 percent to 231 million rupees in the September 2019 q...,Sri Lanka's Dipped Products Sept quarter net up 51-pct Sri Lankan rubber gloves maker Dipped Products' net profit rose 51 percent to 231 million rupees in the September 2019 q...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka GDP shrinks 1.5-pct in 2021 third quarter,12/15/2021,Economy,"Agriculture grew 1.7 percent, industries contracted 2.1 percent and services also contracted 1.6 percent","Sri Lanka GDP shrinks 1.5-pct in 2021 third quarter Agriculture grew 1.7 percent, industries contracted 2.1 percent and services also contracted 1.6 percent",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,1/12/2023,Markets,"A wait and watch approach is taking on in the market waiting for earnings of companies, analysts said. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade A wait and watch approach is taking on in the market waiting for earnings of companies, analysts said. ",negative,-1
Sri Lanka shares down on tax hike concerns amid rising protests,1/30/2023,Markets,Many trade unions are up in the arm against tax hike,Sri Lanka shares down on tax hike concerns amid rising protests Many trade unions are up in the arm against tax hike,negative,-1
Sri Lanka delaying bringing back migrant workers due to shortage of hospital beds – Cabinet Spokes...,6/11/2020,Health,The government is saying it has had to delay the process of repatriating Sri Lankans abroad because the capacity of the ...,Sri Lanka delaying bringing back migrant workers due to shortage of hospital beds – Cabinet Spokes... The government is saying it has had to delay the process of repatriating Sri Lankans abroad because the capacity of the ...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks up",11/15/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger at 180.10/25 on Friday while bond yields remained stable and stocks opened 0.03 perc...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks up Sri Lanka’s rupee opened stronger at 180.10/25 on Friday while bond yields remained stable and stocks opened 0.03 perc...",positive,1
Sri Lanka rupee opens wider; bond yields flat,2/6/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 178.10/60 to the US dollar in the spot market Wednesday opening slightly wider from Tues...,Sri Lanka rupee opens wider; bond yields flat Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at 178.10/60 to the US dollar in the spot market Wednesday opening slightly wider from Tues...,negative,-1
"Rapid drop in COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka, but officials caution against complacency",3/15/2022,Health,"""No one should think that due to this decrease, the pandemic is now over,"" he said.","Rapid drop in COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka, but officials caution against complacency ""No one should think that due to this decrease, the pandemic is now over,"" he said.",negative,-1
Bishop of Mannar directed to self-quarantine,10/9/2020,Health,The Bishop of Mannar was directed to self-quarantine today (09) upon discovering that a confirmed COVID-19 carrier from ...,Bishop of Mannar directed to self-quarantine The Bishop of Mannar was directed to self-quarantine today (09) upon discovering that a confirmed COVID-19 carrier from ...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka debt talks with India, China, Japan helped by investment projects: President",6/23/2023,Economy,Geopolitical tensions slowing debt negotiations,"Sri Lanka debt talks with India, China, Japan helped by investment projects: President Geopolitical tensions slowing debt negotiations",positive,1
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board losses down to Rs31.7bn to Aug 2020,11/23/2020,Energy,"Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board has lost 31.7 billion rupees up to August 2020, sharply down from 85.4 bi...","Sri Lanka's Ceylon Electricity Board losses down to Rs31.7bn to Aug 2020 Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board has lost 31.7 billion rupees up to August 2020, sharply down from 85.4 bi...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka cabinet spokesman blames tragic train accident on railway union,9/12/2023,Politics,The accident had occurred near the Horape railway station in the Gampaha district.,Sri Lanka cabinet spokesman blames tragic train accident on railway union The accident had occurred near the Horape railway station in the Gampaha district.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka marks World Sanscrit Day with India,8/31/2023,Culture,The celebration of World Sanskrit Day will underscore the centuries old shared heritage of India and Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka marks World Sanscrit Day with India The celebration of World Sanskrit Day will underscore the centuries old shared heritage of India and Sri Lanka,positive,1
Sri Lanka records fourth fatality as COVID 19 cases top 150,4/2/2020,Health,"A 58-year-old man who succumbed to severe pneumonia is Sri Lanka's fourth victim of the COVID 19 virus, an official gove...","Sri Lanka records fourth fatality as COVID 19 cases top 150 A 58-year-old man who succumbed to severe pneumonia is Sri Lanka's fourth victim of the COVID 19 virus, an official gove...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee, bond yields flat at open",8/25/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 184.90/185.10 against the US dollar on Tuesday from Monday’s closing while bond yie...,"Sri Lanka rupee, bond yields flat at open Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 184.90/185.10 against the US dollar on Tuesday from Monday’s closing while bond yie...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka passport application online, fingerprints at 51 regional offices",6/15/2023,General Services,The passports will be delivered to the applicant’s addresses upon completion within three days.,"Sri Lanka passport application online, fingerprints at 51 regional offices The passports will be delivered to the applicant’s addresses upon completion within three days.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka announces investment projects worth $62mn,11/21/2018,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Board of Investment has signed four project agreements worth about 62 million US dollars, the ...","Sri Lanka announces investment projects worth $62mn ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Board of Investment has signed four project agreements worth about 62 million US dollars, the ...",positive,1
Parties in Sri Lanka to hold 40 Labour Day events on May 01,4/30/2024,Politics,Neither the UNP nor the SLPP will be holding a May Day march.,Parties in Sri Lanka to hold 40 Labour Day events on May 01 Neither the UNP nor the SLPP will be holding a May Day march.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka President bemoans over inconsistent LNG deals,12/8/2022,Energy,"Sri Lanka has been in deal for LNG plan since 2000, but successive govts have failed to finalize deals ","Sri Lanka President bemoans over inconsistent LNG deals Sri Lanka has been in deal for LNG plan since 2000, but successive govts have failed to finalize deals ",negative,-1
Lanka IOC raises fuel prices to fresh record high,4/18/2022,Energy,"Latest hike will see price of Octane 92 rising 11.6% to record 338 rupees a litre, auto diesel by 35% to 289 rupees ","Lanka IOC raises fuel prices to fresh record high Latest hike will see price of Octane 92 rising 11.6% to record 338 rupees a litre, auto diesel by 35% to 289 rupees ",positive,1
"""We made mistakes in hiring Hathuru"" - SLC President admits",8/8/2019,Sports,President of  Sri Lanka Cricket Board (SLC) Shammi Silva has admitted that SLC had made mistakes in selecting Chandika H...,"""We made mistakes in hiring Hathuru"" - SLC President admits President of  Sri Lanka Cricket Board (SLC) Shammi Silva has admitted that SLC had made mistakes in selecting Chandika H...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee at 222 to dollar, market sees sporadic interventions",8/26/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bond markets inactive,"Sri Lanka rupee at 222 to dollar, market sees sporadic interventions Bond markets inactive",negative,-1
Sri Lanka planning patient bill of rights: Minister,5/16/2024,Health,Medical and health staff sometimes do not listen to the patient. Ministry of Health received nearly 700 complaints,Sri Lanka planning patient bill of rights: Minister Medical and health staff sometimes do not listen to the patient. Ministry of Health received nearly 700 complaints,negative,-1
State of Emergency extended by one more month,7/22/2019,Uncategorized,"Despite assurances to the contrary, the State of Emergency has been extended by one more month.","State of Emergency extended by one more month Despite assurances to the contrary, the State of Emergency has been extended by one more month.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-day trade,2/16/2023,Bonds & Forex,CBSL’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,Sri Lanka bond yields steady in mid-day trade CBSL’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,negative,-1
Sri Lanka 120MW Uma Oya hydro plant to start on Feb 15,1/28/2024,Energy,The plant has two 60 MW turbines,Sri Lanka 120MW Uma Oya hydro plant to start on Feb 15 The plant has two 60 MW turbines,negative,-1
"India hands over 1,000 houses in Sri Lanka tea plantations",1/16/2022,Construction and Real Estate,Festival of Pongal represented shared civilizational ties between the two countries,"India hands over 1,000 houses in Sri Lanka tea plantations Festival of Pongal represented shared civilizational ties between the two countries",positive,1
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at 296.00/297.50 to dollar , bond yields down",5/26/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 296.00 /297.50 against the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields down","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 296.00/297.50 to dollar , bond yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 296.00 /297.50 against the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields down",negative,-1
UNFPA appeals for over 10 million dollars to assist Sri Lanka's vulnerable women,8/10/2022,Economy,The appeal proposes 10 plans to be followed by the UNFPA.,UNFPA appeals for over 10 million dollars to assist Sri Lanka's vulnerable women The appeal proposes 10 plans to be followed by the UNFPA.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka still in talks to prevent external probe on alleged human right abuses: minister,10/14/2022,Human Rights,"""They have not officially communicated that, but there are some indications of their willingness,” he said.","Sri Lanka still in talks to prevent external probe on alleged human right abuses: minister ""They have not officially communicated that, but there are some indications of their willingness,” he said.",positive,1
Sri Lanka's welfare board to disburse 5 Bn rupees to state banks for Aswesuma relief,8/28/2023,Economy,"The government will ensure that no eligible citizen is left behind, he said.","Sri Lanka's welfare board to disburse 5 Bn rupees to state banks for Aswesuma relief The government will ensure that no eligible citizen is left behind, he said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka 'free' visa costs US$21.61 under VFS Global deal: legislator,5/8/2024,Business,So they are taking 21.65 dollars for a gratis visa when a tourist comes to Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka 'free' visa costs US$21.61 under VFS Global deal: legislator So they are taking 21.65 dollars for a gratis visa when a tourist comes to Sri Lanka,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee to Indonesia's Rupiah, the consequences of state failure",9/9/2019,Economy,In 2019 Sri Lanka is suffering an output shock and credit contraction after a steep currency collapse from operating a '...,"Sri Lanka rupee to Indonesia's Rupiah, the consequences of state failure In 2019 Sri Lanka is suffering an output shock and credit contraction after a steep currency collapse from operating a '...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka has no need to raise rates as yet, following alternative to IMF: Minister Cabraal",7/2/2021,Economy,Rates can be raised if inflation picks up,"Sri Lanka has no need to raise rates as yet, following alternative to IMF: Minister Cabraal Rates can be raised if inflation picks up",negative,-1
Sri Lanka to abolish land grants to plantations companies: President,12/23/2022,Economy,We hope to complete these activities by February 04,Sri Lanka to abolish land grants to plantations companies: President We hope to complete these activities by February 04,positive,1
"State Bank of India opens two new branches in Sri Lanka’s North, East",11/1/2023,Banking,"With the latest expansion, SBI will have seven branches in Sri Lanka","State Bank of India opens two new branches in Sri Lanka’s North, East With the latest expansion, SBI will have seven branches in Sri Lanka",positive,1
"Sri Lanka Army gets 300,000 vaccines from Chinese military",8/25/2021,Health,Of the 56 percent that had got one dose 43.91 percent was Sinopharm,"Sri Lanka Army gets 300,000 vaccines from Chinese military Of the 56 percent that had got one dose 43.91 percent was Sinopharm",negative,-1
Sinopharm anti-body response declines fastest Sri Lanka study finds,12/19/2021,Health,Moderna the least,Sinopharm anti-body response declines fastest Sri Lanka study finds Moderna the least,negative,-1
Sri Lanka imposes police curfew in Western province after violence,4/1/2022,Uncategorized,Protesters had been demanding Rajapaksa to step down citing he has failed to address the ongoing economic crisis,Sri Lanka imposes police curfew in Western province after violence Protesters had been demanding Rajapaksa to step down citing he has failed to address the ongoing economic crisis,negative,-1
Sri Lanka buys 96MW for Southern grid power crisis from ACE,3/13/2022,Energy,That the Southern grid would face a serious deficit was warned earlier,Sri Lanka buys 96MW for Southern grid power crisis from ACE That the Southern grid would face a serious deficit was warned earlier,negative,-1
Sri Lanka debt negotiations complex with China going alone: President,10/4/2023,Debt Restructuring,Sri Lanka's largest bilateral lenders are outside of the Paris Club.,Sri Lanka debt negotiations complex with China going alone: President Sri Lanka's largest bilateral lenders are outside of the Paris Club.,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka shares fall for 2nd week; political, economic woes dent sentiment despite Perera's boost",6/11/2022,Markets,Dhammika Perera is widely speculated to be appointed as a cabinet minister - SLPP sources ,"Sri Lanka shares fall for 2nd week; political, economic woes dent sentiment despite Perera's boost Dhammika Perera is widely speculated to be appointed as a cabinet minister - SLPP sources ",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka president talks elections; ""very close"" to turning economy around",11/15/2023,Economy,"“My job is to turn the economy around. We’ve come very close to it.""","Sri Lanka president talks elections; ""very close"" to turning economy around “My job is to turn the economy around. We’ve come very close to it.""",positive,1
Mangala to retain Sri Lanka finance ministry,12/19/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka’s new cabinet is expected to be sworn in Thursday with Mangala Samaraweera retaining the finance and me...,Mangala to retain Sri Lanka finance ministry Sri Lanka’s new cabinet is expected to be sworn in Thursday with Mangala Samaraweera retaining the finance and me...,positive,1
Sri Lanka stocks suffer first weekly loss in four weeks; see foreign inflows,6/4/2022,Markets,The market saw the highest week;y foreign inflows in two months.,Sri Lanka stocks suffer first weekly loss in four weeks; see foreign inflows The market saw the highest week;y foreign inflows in two months.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka stockbrokers meet regulators after market fall; discuss credit data call,2/11/2021,Markets,Chief executives of Sri Lanka's stock broking firms had met the Securities and Exchange Commission Thursday to discuss a...,Sri Lanka stockbrokers meet regulators after market fall; discuss credit data call Chief executives of Sri Lanka's stock broking firms had met the Securities and Exchange Commission Thursday to discuss a...,positive,1
"Kenya unit of Sri Lanka's Hela Clothing switches to PPE, provides work in pandemic",5/4/2021,Apparel,"Hela Clothing creates over 2,000 jobs in Kenya during the pandemic","Kenya unit of Sri Lanka's Hela Clothing switches to PPE, provides work in pandemic Hela Clothing creates over 2,000 jobs in Kenya during the pandemic",positive,1
ADB US$8mn to develop smart agriculture in Sri Lanka Mahaweli,2/15/2024,Agriculture,Younger people in Mahaweli zones have shown a high tendency to engage in agricultural activities with smart technology,ADB US$8mn to develop smart agriculture in Sri Lanka Mahaweli Younger people in Mahaweli zones have shown a high tendency to engage in agricultural activities with smart technology,positive,1
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.38-pct lower,8/16/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.38 percent lower on Friday dragged down by the drop in Ceylon Tobacco Company stock, brokers s...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.38-pct lower Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.38 percent lower on Friday dragged down by the drop in Ceylon Tobacco Company stock, brokers s...",negative,-1
"New Sri Lanka sporting body to tackle corruption, boost competition",5/30/2019,Culture,The newly formed Association of Sports Federations Society (ASFSL) will tackle corruption and improve Sri Lanka's perfor...,"New Sri Lanka sporting body to tackle corruption, boost competition The newly formed Association of Sports Federations Society (ASFSL) will tackle corruption and improve Sri Lanka's perfor...",positive,1
"Private buses on strike in Sri Lanka over fuel issue, fare revision",8/5/2022,Economy,Miranda said long distance buses will be given around 125-150 litres of diesel at a time.,"Private buses on strike in Sri Lanka over fuel issue, fare revision Miranda said long distance buses will be given around 125-150 litres of diesel at a time.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka to launch new weekend long-distance train and bus service,8/17/2022,Transport,"Two test runs have been completed, he said.","Sri Lanka to launch new weekend long-distance train and bus service Two test runs have been completed, he said.",positive,1
Sri Lanka selling ISBs under vote-on-account limits: Treasury Secy,3/7/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka is selling international sovereign bonds under limits set by a vote on account, Treasury Secretary R H S Samar...","Sri Lanka selling ISBs under vote-on-account limits: Treasury Secy Sri Lanka is selling international sovereign bonds under limits set by a vote on account, Treasury Secretary R H S Samar...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka cabinet clears 300MW coal plant in Norochcholai,9/25/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had cleared a proposal to build a fourth 300 MegaWatt coal power plant in the West Coas...,Sri Lanka cabinet clears 300MW coal plant in Norochcholai Sri Lanka's cabinet of ministers had cleared a proposal to build a fourth 300 MegaWatt coal power plant in the West Coas...,negative,-1
"Coronavirus curfew lifted in parts of Sri Lanka amid surgical lockdowns, contact chasing",3/30/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has lifted curfew in most districts while the Western Province, Puttalam and Kandy till 1400hours Monday while...","Coronavirus curfew lifted in parts of Sri Lanka amid surgical lockdowns, contact chasing Sri Lanka has lifted curfew in most districts while the Western Province, Puttalam and Kandy till 1400hours Monday while...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields fall",2/18/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.62/70 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields eased, d...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields fall Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.62/70 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields eased, d...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka to continue importing eggs from India,12/19/2023,Agriculture,"155 million eggs imported from Indian farms, another 18 million within this month. ","Sri Lanka to continue importing eggs from India 155 million eggs imported from Indian farms, another 18 million within this month. ",negative,-1
Sri Lanka to sterilize Rs90bn in dollar sales with SRR cut,11/16/2018,Economy,Sri Lanka's banks will get around 90 billion rupees of money (about 500 million dollars) from a reduction in deposits th...,Sri Lanka to sterilize Rs90bn in dollar sales with SRR cut Sri Lanka's banks will get around 90 billion rupees of money (about 500 million dollars) from a reduction in deposits th...,negative,-1
India' Mahindra and Mahindra backing helps Sri Lanka's Ideal Finance rating,7/3/2020,Banking,"itch Ratings said it was confirming a 'BB-(lka)' rating of Sri Lanka's Ideal Finance Limited, with a Rating Watch Positi...","India' Mahindra and Mahindra backing helps Sri Lanka's Ideal Finance rating itch Ratings said it was confirming a 'BB-(lka)' rating of Sri Lanka's Ideal Finance Limited, with a Rating Watch Positi...",positive,1
Twelve new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka,8/26/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka identified 12 new COVID-19 patients as at 6am today (25), the National Operations Centre for Prevention of COV...","Twelve new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka identified 12 new COVID-19 patients as at 6am today (25), the National Operations Centre for Prevention of COV...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka share index hits fresh record high amid concerns over rising interest rates,10/8/2021,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka’s stock index closed at a new record high on Friday (07) as lifting of price controls boosted investor senti...,Sri Lanka share index hits fresh record high amid concerns over rising interest rates Sri Lanka’s stock index closed at a new record high on Friday (07) as lifting of price controls boosted investor senti...,positive,1
Will pass on CEB gains to consumers: Sri Lanka minister,11/25/2023,Power,"If CEB makes any operating profit by December due to rains, those gains will be passed onto consumers in April.","Will pass on CEB gains to consumers: Sri Lanka minister If CEB makes any operating profit by December due to rains, those gains will be passed onto consumers in April.",negative,-1
Wuhan students now at the Diyatalawa Army camp,2/1/2020,Health,The 33 Sri Lankan students who were rescued from the coronavirus stricken Chinese city of Wuhan in China are now safely ...,Wuhan students now at the Diyatalawa Army camp The 33 Sri Lankan students who were rescued from the coronavirus stricken Chinese city of Wuhan in China are now safely ...,positive,1
"Sri Lanka Podujana Party cancels some rallies as new Covid-19 total tops 2,600",7/12/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka Podujana Party of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had cancelled several election rallies over a new Coronavirus c...,"Sri Lanka Podujana Party cancels some rallies as new Covid-19 total tops 2,600 Sri Lanka Podujana Party of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had cancelled several election rallies over a new Coronavirus c...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Korean job seekers hit by another flight delay,6/21/2023,Aviation,"rom January 1, 2023 to June 20, 2023, 3354 Sri Lankans have left for work in South Korea.  ","Sri Lanka's Korean job seekers hit by another flight delay rom January 1, 2023 to June 20, 2023, 3354 Sri Lankans have left for work in South Korea.  ",negative,-1
Sajith promises new Sri Lanka PM if elected,11/7/2019,Political News,Presidential candidate Sajith Premadasa has said a new prime minister who commands confidence of the parliament will be ...,Sajith promises new Sri Lanka PM if elected Presidential candidate Sajith Premadasa has said a new prime minister who commands confidence of the parliament will be ...,positive,1
"Sri Lanka adds trousers and skirts to lawyer's attire, removes frocks",4/7/2023,Political News,Skirts will be monitored for their lengths ,"Sri Lanka adds trousers and skirts to lawyer's attire, removes frocks Skirts will be monitored for their lengths ",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka fails to sell 56-pc of Treasuries, yields up amid price controls",2/18/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has failed to sell 56 percent of a Treasuries auction this week despite a slight hiking of a price control in ...,"Sri Lanka fails to sell 56-pc of Treasuries, yields up amid price controls Sri Lanka has failed to sell 56 percent of a Treasuries auction this week despite a slight hiking of a price control in ...",negative,-1
Long-weekend curfew in Western Province; COVID-19 spreading faster than before: Sri Lanka army chief,10/28/2020,Health,Sri Lanka will impose quarantine curfew in the entire Western Province from midnight tomorrow (October 29) until 5 am Mo...,Long-weekend curfew in Western Province; COVID-19 spreading faster than before: Sri Lanka army chief Sri Lanka will impose quarantine curfew in the entire Western Province from midnight tomorrow (October 29) until 5 am Mo...,negative,-1
IMF chief says US-China tensions 'threat' to world economy,5/7/2019,International news,The head of the International Monetary Fund said Tuesday that fresh trade tensions between the United States and China w...,IMF chief says US-China tensions 'threat' to world economy The head of the International Monetary Fund said Tuesday that fresh trade tensions between the United States and China w...,positive,1
"Poorly worded legal provisions can be construed to cover ""fake news"": Sri Lanka lawyer",6/9/2021,Free Speech,"""Sri Lankan law has no reference to fake news""","Poorly worded legal provisions can be construed to cover ""fake news"": Sri Lanka lawyer ""Sri Lankan law has no reference to fake news""",negative,-1
Sri Lanka to sign FTAs with ASEAN countries post-debt restructure: president,8/10/2023,Economy,"The event was held at the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia, Colombo.","Sri Lanka to sign FTAs with ASEAN countries post-debt restructure: president The event was held at the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia, Colombo.",positive,1
"Sri Lanka private credit negative in April, CPC dollar debt taken over by govt",6/5/2023,Economy,"Credit to state enterprises fell by 516 billion rupees to 1,130 billion rupees in April 2023 ","Sri Lanka private credit negative in April, CPC dollar debt taken over by govt Credit to state enterprises fell by 516 billion rupees to 1,130 billion rupees in April 2023 ",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka warned against unidentified flu virus, especially for pregnant women",1/15/2023,Environment,Patients advised to seek medical help to avoid being confused with dengue ,"Sri Lanka warned against unidentified flu virus, especially for pregnant women Patients advised to seek medical help to avoid being confused with dengue ",negative,-1
Sri Lanka 01-yr Treasury Bill yield falls to 8.88-pct,5/29/2019,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill yields fell for the fifth straight week, with the rate for the 12-month maturity ...","Sri Lanka 01-yr Treasury Bill yield falls to 8.88-pct ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Treasury Bill yields fell for the fifth straight week, with the rate for the 12-month maturity ...",negative,-1
Foreign exchange gain pushes Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata net up in Dec,2/15/2020,ICT,"Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata Plc reported a net profit of 2.3 billion rupees for the December quarter, an over twentyfold g...","Foreign exchange gain pushes Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata net up in Dec Sri Lanka's Dialog Axiata Plc reported a net profit of 2.3 billion rupees for the December quarter, an over twentyfold g...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka holds fuel prices ahead of traditional new year,4/10/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka has kept fuel prices stable, halting a pricing formula for the Sinhala and Tamil New Year season, Finance Mini...","Sri Lanka holds fuel prices ahead of traditional new year Sri Lanka has kept fuel prices stable, halting a pricing formula for the Sinhala and Tamil New Year season, Finance Mini...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka forex forwards upside down amid money printing, downgrades",12/14/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's forward foreign exchange rates have inverted as money printing pushed down rupee interest rates and sovereig...,"Sri Lanka forex forwards upside down amid money printing, downgrades Sri Lanka's forward foreign exchange rates have inverted as money printing pushed down rupee interest rates and sovereig...",negative,-1
Ensuring equal access to EdTech for all students in Sri Lanka,3/19/2022,Business,Do we teach the rich and the poor differently?,Ensuring equal access to EdTech for all students in Sri Lanka Do we teach the rich and the poor differently?,positive,1
"Sri Lanka Coronarus curfew to continue, break for most districts Monday",4/5/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has declared another work-from-week from Monday April 06, while curfew will be lifted in most districts from 0...","Sri Lanka Coronarus curfew to continue, break for most districts Monday Sri Lanka has declared another work-from-week from Monday April 06, while curfew will be lifted in most districts from 0...",negative,-1
Mangala Samaraweera: The Utopian Expedient,10/10/2021,Culture,"In a country of tribes – whether family, school, community or class - he saw individuals for who they were","Mangala Samaraweera: The Utopian Expedient In a country of tribes – whether family, school, community or class - he saw individuals for who they were",positive,1
Sri Lanka inflation tops 60-pct in July 2022 after money printing,7/29/2022,Economy,Food prices up 90 percent over 12 months,Sri Lanka inflation tops 60-pct in July 2022 after money printing Food prices up 90 percent over 12 months,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's war winning army chief says ready to take presidency,7/15/2022,Politics,Failed 2010 presidential candidate Fonseka again vie for presidency ,Sri Lanka's war winning army chief says ready to take presidency Failed 2010 presidential candidate Fonseka again vie for presidency ,negative,-1
Sri Lanka dry weather hits 4.3-pct of Yala paddy crop,8/25/2023,Agriculture,We are prepared to pay compensation for all the damages in these areas,Sri Lanka dry weather hits 4.3-pct of Yala paddy crop We are prepared to pay compensation for all the damages in these areas,negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks down 0.62-pct,4/19/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.62 percent on Monday, pushed down by LOLC Holdings, Vallibel one and Mestacorp plc, brokers said...","Sri Lanka stocks down 0.62-pct Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.62 percent on Monday, pushed down by LOLC Holdings, Vallibel one and Mestacorp plc, brokers said...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka arrests woman with 26kg of Kerala Cannabis in North,6/19/2022,Crime,The Police Special Task Force has arrested the woman following a tip received by Mannar police,Sri Lanka arrests woman with 26kg of Kerala Cannabis in North The Police Special Task Force has arrested the woman following a tip received by Mannar police,negative,-1
Sri Lanka banks are not rationing LCs for intermediate goods: Deputy CB Governor,7/9/2021,Monetary,Banks will consider their cashflows before issuing LCs,Sri Lanka banks are not rationing LCs for intermediate goods: Deputy CB Governor Banks will consider their cashflows before issuing LCs,negative,-1
"11 dead, 74 injured in Avurdu day traffic accidents: police",4/15/2021,Accident,Sri Lanka recorded 11 deaths including that of a one-and-a-half-year-old infant due to traffic accidents on Sinhala and ...,"11 dead, 74 injured in Avurdu day traffic accidents: police Sri Lanka recorded 11 deaths including that of a one-and-a-half-year-old infant due to traffic accidents on Sinhala and ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka cabinet okays appropriation bill for 2024 budget,9/26/2023,Economy,Tabling the Appropriation Bill is the first stage of the budgeting process,Sri Lanka cabinet okays appropriation bill for 2024 budget Tabling the Appropriation Bill is the first stage of the budgeting process,positive,1
Sri Lanka to contribute Rs 163 million to Somalia,2/13/2020,Economy,The Cabinet has approved the decision to contribute 163 million rupees to Somalia as a total contribution from Sri Lanka...,Sri Lanka to contribute Rs 163 million to Somalia The Cabinet has approved the decision to contribute 163 million rupees to Somalia as a total contribution from Sri Lanka...,positive,1
Sri Lanka's last administration also printed money: Minister Cabraal,8/28/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's last administration had also printed money almost from the time they started in 2015, though now charges are...","Sri Lanka's last administration also printed money: Minister Cabraal Sri Lanka's last administration had also printed money almost from the time they started in 2015, though now charges are...",negative,-1
NDB starts savings scheme for HNI children,3/10/2024,Banking,Supports early entry to digital banking,NDB starts savings scheme for HNI children Supports early entry to digital banking,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka state firms to import 79,900MT of chemical fertilizer",2/23/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's state fertilizer firms have ordered 79,000 metric tonnes of chemical fertilizer to be distributed to farmers...","Sri Lanka state firms to import 79,900MT of chemical fertilizer Sri Lanka's state fertilizer firms have ordered 79,000 metric tonnes of chemical fertilizer to be distributed to farmers...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka awaiting RCEP admission mechanism,3/31/2024,Economy,RCEP membership allows for more flexible rules of origin,Sri Lanka awaiting RCEP admission mechanism RCEP membership allows for more flexible rules of origin,negative,-1
SriLankan Airlines loses Rs170bn in 2021 amid soft-peg collapse,6/4/2022,Aviation,In the year to March 2022 finance costs went up to Rs122.5bn  Rs35.6bn and unrealized forex losses were Rs47.7bn,SriLankan Airlines loses Rs170bn in 2021 amid soft-peg collapse In the year to March 2022 finance costs went up to Rs122.5bn  Rs35.6bn and unrealized forex losses were Rs47.7bn,negative,-1
Net foreign buying in Sri Lanka govt securities triples in three months - data,4/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,Foreigners hardly invested in Sri Lanka's govt securities in 2021 when central bank maintained rates artificially low,Net foreign buying in Sri Lanka govt securities triples in three months - data Foreigners hardly invested in Sri Lanka's govt securities in 2021 when central bank maintained rates artificially low,negative,-1
Inland Revenue Department in Sri Lanka flashes red light as firms charge wrong VAT,1/17/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's Inland Revenue Department officials said they have found businesses which have been charging Value Added Tax...,Inland Revenue Department in Sri Lanka flashes red light as firms charge wrong VAT Sri Lanka's Inland Revenue Department officials said they have found businesses which have been charging Value Added Tax...,positive,1
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 328.90/329.25 to the US dollar,11/9/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.90/329.25 to the US dollar on Thursday, from 328.40/70 on Wednesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 328.90/329.25 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 328.90/329.25 to the US dollar on Thursday, from 328.40/70 on Wednesday, dealers said.",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka opposition SJB for central bank accountability, reform: Sajith",2/6/2022,Economy,"To ensure that there is greater transparency, accountability, responsibility as well as independence","Sri Lanka opposition SJB for central bank accountability, reform: Sajith To ensure that there is greater transparency, accountability, responsibility as well as independence",positive,1
Sri Lanka's Patali Champika Ranawaka to launch Republican Front,5/15/2023,Politics,"Widely considered to harbour national leadership ambitions, Ranawaka recently walked out of an alliance led by the SJB.","Sri Lanka's Patali Champika Ranawaka to launch Republican Front Widely considered to harbour national leadership ambitions, Ranawaka recently walked out of an alliance led by the SJB.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka legislators in new bid to oust Rajapaksa,11/24/2018,Political News,An overwhelming majority of MPs have challenged in the Court of Appeal the appointment of Mahinda Rajapaksa as prime min...,Sri Lanka legislators in new bid to oust Rajapaksa An overwhelming majority of MPs have challenged in the Court of Appeal the appointment of Mahinda Rajapaksa as prime min...,negative,-1
Better public asset management with Sri Lanka govt move to accrual accounting,2/15/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Public assets will be managed better with the Sri Lankan government’s planned shift to accru...,Better public asset management with Sri Lanka govt move to accrual accounting ECONOMYNEXT – Public assets will be managed better with the Sri Lankan government’s planned shift to accru...,negative,-1
Protests supporting Rathana Thero spreading,6/3/2019,Politics,Protestors supporting Athureliye Rathana Thero are flooding Kandy town as the Hill Capital remains shut down.,Protests supporting Rathana Thero spreading Protestors supporting Athureliye Rathana Thero are flooding Kandy town as the Hill Capital remains shut down.,negative,-1
Govt will crack down on  businesses not passing tax cut benefits to consumers,2/10/2020,Economy,Legal action will be taken against businesses which do not pass on the benefits of tax cuts to VAT and other tax relief ...,Govt will crack down on  businesses not passing tax cut benefits to consumers Legal action will be taken against businesses which do not pass on the benefits of tax cuts to VAT and other tax relief ...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka increases medical offical retirement age from 60 to 63-years - Gazette,12/15/2022,Health,The country was already seeing a brain drain after the retirment age was reduced from 65 to 63,Sri Lanka increases medical offical retirement age from 60 to 63-years - Gazette The country was already seeing a brain drain after the retirment age was reduced from 65 to 63,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka’s Odel lobbying for lower import duties, to lure tourists",9/6/2019,Apparel,Sri Lankan retailer Odel is lobbying the government to reduce import duties and help make the island an attractive shopp...,"Sri Lanka’s Odel lobbying for lower import duties, to lure tourists Sri Lankan retailer Odel is lobbying the government to reduce import duties and help make the island an attractive shopp...",positive,1
Almost all terror suspects arrested - Acting Defence Minister,5/16/2019,Uncategorized,Up to 97 per cent of the suspects linked to the terror group that carried out the Easter Sunday bombings have been taken...,Almost all terror suspects arrested - Acting Defence Minister Up to 97 per cent of the suspects linked to the terror group that carried out the Easter Sunday bombings have been taken...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka’s state-run fuel retailer to digitize tendering from next month: Minister,10/21/2023,Energy,New e-procurement system expected to automate tender awarding process totally ,Sri Lanka’s state-run fuel retailer to digitize tendering from next month: Minister New e-procurement system expected to automate tender awarding process totally ,negative,-1
Over 3000 complaints lodged over the Presidential poll,11/8/2019,PresPoll2020,"A total of 3083 complaints have been lodged on the upcoming presidential election from October 08 to November 06, the El...","Over 3000 complaints lodged over the Presidential poll A total of 3083 complaints have been lodged on the upcoming presidential election from October 08 to November 06, the El...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka health professionals to get quick visas to work in the UK,7/17/2020,Business,The United Kingdom will launch and 'Health and Care Visa' for Sri Lanka health workers and their families to get fast-tr...,Sri Lanka health professionals to get quick visas to work in the UK The United Kingdom will launch and 'Health and Care Visa' for Sri Lanka health workers and their families to get fast-tr...,positive,1
"Sri Lanka PM, President in verbal spat over ex-bribery chief",9/23/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe denied a statement by President Maithripala Sirisena that he had recomme...,"Sri Lanka PM, President in verbal spat over ex-bribery chief Sri Lanka's Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe denied a statement by President Maithripala Sirisena that he had recomme...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka Treasuries yield up across maturities,12/29/2021,Bonds & Forex,Mostly 3-month bills sold,Sri Lanka Treasuries yield up across maturities Mostly 3-month bills sold,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka social instability, policy and currency volatility key problems for Japan investors",1/8/2024,Economy,About a third of firms hit by a currency crisis last year were seeing an improvement in conditions,"Sri Lanka social instability, policy and currency volatility key problems for Japan investors About a third of firms hit by a currency crisis last year were seeing an improvement in conditions",positive,1
Sri Lanka's shares pick up on DDO assurances,7/13/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) edged up 0.01 percent or 1.52 points to 10,491.52","Sri Lanka's shares pick up on DDO assurances All Share Price Index (ASPI) edged up 0.01 percent or 1.52 points to 10,491.52",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Damro group in 652 room hotel in Colombo,2/23/2022,Business,"The hotel to be built in Colombo 03, will have 652 rooms","Sri Lanka's Damro group in 652 room hotel in Colombo The hotel to be built in Colombo 03, will have 652 rooms",positive,1
IMF lowers growth forecasts amid Trump protectionism,1/22/2019,International news,"The US-China trade confrontations, Brexit and other uncertainty are threatening to drag down global growth even further,...","IMF lowers growth forecasts amid Trump protectionism The US-China trade confrontations, Brexit and other uncertainty are threatening to drag down global growth even further,...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka expects more arrests, public asked to be vigilant",4/25/2019,Defence,Sri Lanka is expecting to make more arrests and bring security under control within the next two days after 350 people d...,"Sri Lanka expects more arrests, public asked to be vigilant Sri Lanka is expecting to make more arrests and bring security under control within the next two days after 350 people d...",negative,-1
"Thailand explores Hambantota Port ahead of FTA, box handling",4/1/2024,Logistics,The port’s plans to commence its first phase of container operations was also discussed,"Thailand explores Hambantota Port ahead of FTA, box handling The port’s plans to commence its first phase of container operations was also discussed",positive,1
Sri Lanka's top alcohol maker sales down 12-pct in March 2020 quarter,9/5/2020,Business,"Distilleries Corporation of Sri Lanka, the island's top arrack producer said sales fell 12 percent to 19.07 billion rupe...","Sri Lanka's top alcohol maker sales down 12-pct in March 2020 quarter Distilleries Corporation of Sri Lanka, the island's top arrack producer said sales fell 12 percent to 19.07 billion rupe...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka to start property tax, transfer, gift, inheritance tax from Jan 2025",3/21/2023,Economy,Introduce a nationwide real property tax including,"Sri Lanka to start property tax, transfer, gift, inheritance tax from Jan 2025 Introduce a nationwide real property tax including",positive,1
"Sri Lanka computer, digital literacy up in 2017",11/30/2018,ICT,Digital and computer literacy in Sri Lanka grew in 2017 from a year earlier with greater ownership of personal computers...,"Sri Lanka computer, digital literacy up in 2017 Digital and computer literacy in Sri Lanka grew in 2017 from a year earlier with greater ownership of personal computers...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka bonds open steady, rupee 311.00/313.00 to dollar",7/10/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka bonds were steady at open, dealers said while the spot US dollar opened at 311.00/313.00 rupees.","Sri Lanka bonds open steady, rupee 311.00/313.00 to dollar Sri Lanka bonds were steady at open, dealers said while the spot US dollar opened at 311.00/313.00 rupees.",positive,1
Sri Lanka economy strong enough to withstand bombings: Fin Min,4/24/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Easter Sunday’s Suicide bombings in Sri Lanka will affect tourism and could have short term ...,Sri Lanka economy strong enough to withstand bombings: Fin Min ECONOMYNEXT – Easter Sunday’s Suicide bombings in Sri Lanka will affect tourism and could have short term ...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka EPF's potential DDR loss will go up if future interest rates rise: consultancy,7/18/2023,Economy,"In order to project a loss or profit, the rate at which coupons and maturing bonds are re-invested has to be projected ","Sri Lanka EPF's potential DDR loss will go up if future interest rates rise: consultancy In order to project a loss or profit, the rate at which coupons and maturing bonds are re-invested has to be projected ",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka president calls for rapid growth in GDP, acknowledges brain drain",8/14/2023,Economy,"Once ongoing debt restructuring is done, the same crisis will emerge starting in 2025, he said.","Sri Lanka president calls for rapid growth in GDP, acknowledges brain drain Once ongoing debt restructuring is done, the same crisis will emerge starting in 2025, he said.",positive,1
"More buses, trains deployed for Sri Lankans visiting hometowns for New Year",4/9/2021,Transport,The Ministry of Transport has deployed more buses and trains for Sri Lankans visiting their hometowns for the upcoming S...,"More buses, trains deployed for Sri Lankans visiting hometowns for New Year The Ministry of Transport has deployed more buses and trains for Sri Lankans visiting their hometowns for the upcoming S...",positive,1
Three-member committee unable to testify in detail at the PSC,8/20/2019,Uncategorized,Head of the three-member presidential committee Supreme Court Justice Vijith Malalgoda said that they would have to test...,Three-member committee unable to testify in detail at the PSC Head of the three-member presidential committee Supreme Court Justice Vijith Malalgoda said that they would have to test...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka mid day shares gain,3/2/2023,Markets,The market generated a revenue of 1.2 billion rupees. ,Sri Lanka mid day shares gain The market generated a revenue of 1.2 billion rupees. ,positive,1
Sri Lanka’s Bogala Graphite March quarter net profit down 51-pct,5/16/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan graphite miner Bogala Graphite said net profits slumped 51 percent to 21.9 million rupee...,Sri Lanka’s Bogala Graphite March quarter net profit down 51-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan graphite miner Bogala Graphite said net profits slumped 51 percent to 21.9 million rupee...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka John Keells Hotels December net down 11-pct,1/30/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s John Keells Hotels said net profit fell 11 percent to 182 million rupees in the ...,Sri Lanka John Keells Hotels December net down 11-pct ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s John Keells Hotels said net profit fell 11 percent to 182 million rupees in the ...,negative,-1
"10-pct of diabetics die within days of coronavirus hospitalisation, high BMI also  risk: study",5/29/2020,International news,"One in 10 diabetics with coronavirus dies within seven days of hospital admission, according to a study of more than 1,3...","10-pct of diabetics die within days of coronavirus hospitalisation, high BMI also  risk: study One in 10 diabetics with coronavirus dies within seven days of hospital admission, according to a study of more than 1,3...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka's rupee opens weaker, bond yields steady",8/26/2019,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 179.85/90 against the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were stead...","Sri Lanka's rupee opens weaker, bond yields steady ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 179.85/90 against the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were stead...",negative,-1
SriLankan Airlines takes 40-Pakistan nationals home,5/4/2020,Aviation,"State-run SriLankan Airlines had taken 40 Pakistani national back on May 04, who were stranded in Colombo the High Commi...","SriLankan Airlines takes 40-Pakistan nationals home State-run SriLankan Airlines had taken 40 Pakistani national back on May 04, who were stranded in Colombo the High Commi...",negative,-1
"27,000 overseas Sri Lanka citizens want to return, 19,000 from Kuwait",4/26/2020,Political News,"Over 27,000 overseas Sri Lankans have said they want to return to the country, with 17,000 in Kuwait who had been declar...","27,000 overseas Sri Lanka citizens want to return, 19,000 from Kuwait Over 27,000 overseas Sri Lankans have said they want to return to the country, with 17,000 in Kuwait who had been declar...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka bonds yields end steady,12/16/2022,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.18 rupees against the US dollar,Sri Lanka bonds yields end steady Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was at 363.18 rupees against the US dollar,negative,-1
"Leading the Nation through inclusion, equality and educational reforms",3/15/2021,Democracy,"Ten women, academics, professionals, activists and sportswomen were invited to speak for ten minutes at a March 8 event ...","Leading the Nation through inclusion, equality and educational reforms Ten women, academics, professionals, activists and sportswomen were invited to speak for ten minutes at a March 8 event ...",positive,1
"Modernizing Sri Lanka's bamboo industry could reduce poverty, protect environment",3/18/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lankan farmers could cultivate bamboo to diversify and enhance their income sources if the industry is modernized, e...","Modernizing Sri Lanka's bamboo industry could reduce poverty, protect environment Sri Lankan farmers could cultivate bamboo to diversify and enhance their income sources if the industry is modernized, e...",positive,1
Sri Lanka warned over new Coronavirus crisis as Covid-19 cases tops 900,4/24/2021,Health,Sri Lankans have been warned to stay home for the next two weeks as a post-New Year Coronavirus wave sent daily Covid-19...,Sri Lanka warned over new Coronavirus crisis as Covid-19 cases tops 900 Sri Lankans have been warned to stay home for the next two weeks as a post-New Year Coronavirus wave sent daily Covid-19...,negative,-1
Chinese fertilizer firm demands US$8mn in damages from Sri Lanka testing agency,11/7/2021,International Relations,The move comes a week after Chinese Embassy in Sri Lanka blacklisted People’s Bank for not honouring an LC.,Chinese fertilizer firm demands US$8mn in damages from Sri Lanka testing agency The move comes a week after Chinese Embassy in Sri Lanka blacklisted People’s Bank for not honouring an LC.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka livestock face malnutrition after money printing,3/23/2022,Agriculture,Feed and medicine shortages are worsening and prices are rising,Sri Lanka livestock face malnutrition after money printing Feed and medicine shortages are worsening and prices are rising,negative,-1
US starts ocean plastics reduction program in Sri Lanka and the Maldives,12/23/2022,Environment,USAID says roughly 11 million tons of waste enter the ocean annually.,US starts ocean plastics reduction program in Sri Lanka and the Maldives USAID says roughly 11 million tons of waste enter the ocean annually.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka recyclers facing waste plastic shortages: Minister,7/9/2019,Environment,Companies that were set up to recycle plastic in Sri Lanka now facing shortages of waste to run their factories to capac...,Sri Lanka recyclers facing waste plastic shortages: Minister Companies that were set up to recycle plastic in Sri Lanka now facing shortages of waste to run their factories to capac...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka plans to relaunch free tourist visa in August: report,7/10/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka is mulling re-launching a free visa for 39 countries which was halted due to the Easter Sunday terror attacks,...","Sri Lanka plans to relaunch free tourist visa in August: report Sri Lanka is mulling re-launching a free visa for 39 countries which was halted due to the Easter Sunday terror attacks,...",negative,-1
Controversies Highlight Need For Greater Mindfulness About Repercussions,9/15/2020,Constitutional Amendments,The formulation of the draft 20th Amendment and its unanimous acceptance by the cabinet is indicative of President Gotab...,Controversies Highlight Need For Greater Mindfulness About Repercussions The formulation of the draft 20th Amendment and its unanimous acceptance by the cabinet is indicative of President Gotab...,negative,-1
"Mahinda predicts Sri Lanka would emerge from COVID ""shortly"" if we follow guidelines",6/5/2020,Culture,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa says that Sri Lanka’s famed hydrological civilization owes its growth to the advent o...,"Mahinda predicts Sri Lanka would emerge from COVID ""shortly"" if we follow guidelines Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa says that Sri Lanka’s famed hydrological civilization owes its growth to the advent o...",negative,-1
"Rajapaksa presses for Sri Lanka elections, nationalism in farewell message",12/15/2018,Political News,"Mahinda Rajapaksa in a farewell message after stepping down from his disputed position as Prime Minister, pressed for el...","Rajapaksa presses for Sri Lanka elections, nationalism in farewell message Mahinda Rajapaksa in a farewell message after stepping down from his disputed position as Prime Minister, pressed for el...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka Tamil MPs question alleged inaction on monk's racist outburst,10/27/2023,Politics,Tamil Progressive Alliance (TPA) MP Mano Ganesan also questioned the monk’s behaviour.,Sri Lanka Tamil MPs question alleged inaction on monk's racist outburst Tamil Progressive Alliance (TPA) MP Mano Ganesan also questioned the monk’s behaviour.,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka recycled plastics exporter sees brush demand, but yarn tied down by Covid-19",6/3/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka’s BPPL Holdings Plc, a  recycled plastics firm said export demand for the brush sector was still strong but ...","Sri Lanka recycled plastics exporter sees brush demand, but yarn tied down by Covid-19 Sri Lanka’s BPPL Holdings Plc, a  recycled plastics firm said export demand for the brush sector was still strong but ...",negative,-1
Euro slides as 'downbeat' ECB warns on economy,12/14/2018,International news,"The euro slipped on Thursday after the European Central Bank trimmed its growth forecast for the eurozone because of ""mo...","Euro slides as 'downbeat' ECB warns on economy The euro slipped on Thursday after the European Central Bank trimmed its growth forecast for the eurozone because of ""mo...",negative,-1
"Be mindful of stark reality, Sri Lanka requests UN special rapporteur",7/13/2020,Human Rights,Sri Lanka has requested the United Nations Special Rapporteur to be mindful of the “stark reality” of “looming sop...,"Be mindful of stark reality, Sri Lanka requests UN special rapporteur Sri Lanka has requested the United Nations Special Rapporteur to be mindful of the “stark reality” of “looming sop...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka sells 77-pct of offered Treasuries at auction,5/5/2021,Bonds & Forex,Over the past three auctions the central bank has sold down its bill stock to Rs884bn from Rs904bn,Sri Lanka sells 77-pct of offered Treasuries at auction Over the past three auctions the central bank has sold down its bill stock to Rs884bn from Rs904bn,negative,-1
Sri Lanka screens cruise ships for Coronavirus,2/6/2020,Business,Sri Lanka is screening passengers arriving in cruise ships as coronavirus infected persons were found on a liner in Japa...,Sri Lanka screens cruise ships for Coronavirus Sri Lanka is screening passengers arriving in cruise ships as coronavirus infected persons were found on a liner in Japa...,negative,-1
"German wind power left spinning by  angry residents, subsidy cut",9/5/2019,Energy,"Wind power is a key pillar in Germany's ambitious renewables transition plan, but the sector has struck strong resistanc...","German wind power left spinning by  angry residents, subsidy cut Wind power is a key pillar in Germany's ambitious renewables transition plan, but the sector has struck strong resistanc...",negative,-1
Foreign investors buy Sri Lanka Treasuries,12/2/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Foreign investors have bought 4.2 billion rupees of rupee bonds in the week to November 20, taking the total stock up to...","Foreign investors buy Sri Lanka Treasuries Foreign investors have bought 4.2 billion rupees of rupee bonds in the week to November 20, taking the total stock up to...",negative,-1
"Crisis has only economic solution, not political solution: Minister",11/16/2023,Economic Crisis,"Irrespective of the governing party, the country is obligated to service debt","Crisis has only economic solution, not political solution: Minister Irrespective of the governing party, the country is obligated to service debt",negative,-1
Sri Lanka looks to create more trade agreements with Asia,10/26/2023,Trade,"Negotiations taking place with ASEAN countries, including Thailand and Indonesia, to expand trade cooperation","Sri Lanka looks to create more trade agreements with Asia Negotiations taking place with ASEAN countries, including Thailand and Indonesia, to expand trade cooperation",positive,1
Sri Lanka LOLC General Insurance's IPO oversubscribed,12/17/2021,Markets,LOLC General Insurance Limited is the 12th IPO in 2021,Sri Lanka LOLC General Insurance's IPO oversubscribed LOLC General Insurance Limited is the 12th IPO in 2021,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka construction industry fears 100,000 jobs losses after Covid-19 crisis, stalled payments",6/16/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's construction industry is struggling with tens of thousands of workers yet to return to work after going home...,"Sri Lanka construction industry fears 100,000 jobs losses after Covid-19 crisis, stalled payments Sri Lanka's construction industry is struggling with tens of thousands of workers yet to return to work after going home...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee gains at close, bonds yields stable",3/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 178.25/35 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were stable, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee gains at close, bonds yields stable Sri Lanka's rupee closed stronger at 178.25/35 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were stable, dealers said.",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka Parliament, President in epic battle",11/12/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's speaker on Sunday accused President Maithripala Sirisena of usurping parliament and urged public servants to...,"Sri Lanka Parliament, President in epic battle Sri Lanka's speaker on Sunday accused President Maithripala Sirisena of usurping parliament and urged public servants to...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka main opposition SJB protests in parliament, demands president's resignation",4/6/2022,Politics,"SJB MPs shouted slogans demanding Rajapaksa’s resignation and were seen carrying placards that read “Go home, Gotaâ€...","Sri Lanka main opposition SJB protests in parliament, demands president's resignation SJB MPs shouted slogans demanding Rajapaksa’s resignation and were seen carrying placards that read “Go home, Gotaâ€...",negative,-1
Basil reiterates call for Sri Lanka parliamentary polls before presidential election,3/19/2024,Politics,"""What he was indirectly saying there was that Mr Wickremesinghe is suitable to run.""","Basil reiterates call for Sri Lanka parliamentary polls before presidential election ""What he was indirectly saying there was that Mr Wickremesinghe is suitable to run.""",negative,-1
Fitch downgrades Bank of Ceylon to 'CCC' after sovereign rating cut,12/8/2020,Banking,Fitch Ratings has downgraded state-run Bank of Ceylon to 'CCC' from 'B-' in the wake  of an earlier downgrade of the sov...,Fitch downgrades Bank of Ceylon to 'CCC' after sovereign rating cut Fitch Ratings has downgraded state-run Bank of Ceylon to 'CCC' from 'B-' in the wake  of an earlier downgrade of the sov...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka Freedom Party not satisfied with talks with president: Rohana Lakshman,7/27/2021,Politics,"“Nothing very productive happened [other than] the president agreeing to give  funds to SLFP local counciillors."" ","Sri Lanka Freedom Party not satisfied with talks with president: Rohana Lakshman “Nothing very productive happened [other than] the president agreeing to give  funds to SLFP local counciillors."" ",negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee at 318/323 against spot dollar,3/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,.,Sri Lanka rupee at 318/323 against spot dollar .,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka to hit smokers, drinkers with index linked taxes",3/24/2023,Economy,Hike taxes on alcohol and tobacco taxes again in June 2023,"Sri Lanka to hit smokers, drinkers with index linked taxes Hike taxes on alcohol and tobacco taxes again in June 2023",negative,-1
Three new COVID 19 clusters emerge from Colombo and Kandy as 9th fatality is confirmed,5/5/2020,Health,Two new clusters of COVID 19 positive patients have emerged in the Colombo district and another cluster from Kandy today...,Three new COVID 19 clusters emerge from Colombo and Kandy as 9th fatality is confirmed Two new clusters of COVID 19 positive patients have emerged in the Colombo district and another cluster from Kandy today...,positive,1
"Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger, gilts ease",12/31/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.30/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while gilt yields eased...","Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger, gilts ease Sri Lanka’s rupee closed stronger at 181.30/45 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while gilt yields eased...",positive,1
"A Presidential Candidate, the people want: the Sajith Challenge",8/27/2019,Uncategorized,"Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe, Speaker Karu Jayasuriya, Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera and former President ...","A Presidential Candidate, the people want: the Sajith Challenge Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe, Speaker Karu Jayasuriya, Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera and former President ...",positive,1
"Sajith promises Hayekian, Keynesian policy mix for Sri Lanka",8/28/2019,Economy,"Sajith Premadasa, who is pushing to be the presidential candidate for Sri Lanka's United National Party said he wanted t...","Sajith promises Hayekian, Keynesian policy mix for Sri Lanka Sajith Premadasa, who is pushing to be the presidential candidate for Sri Lanka's United National Party said he wanted t...",positive,1
Sri Lanka opposition leader tests positive for asymptomatic COVID-19,5/23/2021,Health,"""We can beat this,"" he said.","Sri Lanka opposition leader tests positive for asymptomatic COVID-19 ""We can beat this,"" he said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka exports and imports could be disrupted if Suez canal remains blocked,3/26/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's exports and imports could be delayed if the Suez canal remains closed, as re-routing ships via the tip of Af...","Sri Lanka exports and imports could be disrupted if Suez canal remains blocked Sri Lanka's exports and imports could be delayed if the Suez canal remains closed, as re-routing ships via the tip of Af...",negative,-1
Attorney General is new Chief Justice,4/26/2019,Politics,The Constitutional Council has appointed Attorney General Jayantha Jayasuriya as the new Chief Justice of Sri Lanka.,Attorney General is new Chief Justice The Constitutional Council has appointed Attorney General Jayantha Jayasuriya as the new Chief Justice of Sri Lanka.,positive,1
"Guidelines to be issued for Beauty Parlours, Barber shops to open",5/6/2020,Health,"Beauty Parlours, Barber Saloons and similar institutions may re-open once they get certification from the Health Authori...","Guidelines to be issued for Beauty Parlours, Barber shops to open Beauty Parlours, Barber Saloons and similar institutions may re-open once they get certification from the Health Authori...",negative,-1
India pledges USD 50mn for military procurement,1/20/2020,Defence,"Days after Russia said it will continue to supply Sri Lanka with military hardware, India’s top security official has ...","India pledges USD 50mn for military procurement Days after Russia said it will continue to supply Sri Lanka with military hardware, India’s top security official has ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion body to revise up 2023 target after interim budget,8/31/2022,Tourism,President Wickremesinghe through interim budget expects 2.5 million tourists in 2023.,Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion body to revise up 2023 target after interim budget President Wickremesinghe through interim budget expects 2.5 million tourists in 2023.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka India eyeing over-water power cable connection: Minister,5/29/2022,Energy,Discussions have been going on as early as 1970s,Sri Lanka India eyeing over-water power cable connection: Minister Discussions have been going on as early as 1970s,negative,-1
Colour coding for solid food from June 1st onwards,4/16/2019,Uncategorized,The Ministry of Health is introducing colour coding (traffic light system) for solid food including biscuits and sweetme...,Colour coding for solid food from June 1st onwards The Ministry of Health is introducing colour coding (traffic light system) for solid food including biscuits and sweetme...,positive,1
Not aware that Sri Lanka ruling party plans to back incumbent: former president,3/27/2024,Politics,"""No, I'm not aware of such a thing. These are all statements. It's not something anyone has said publicly, is it?""","Not aware that Sri Lanka ruling party plans to back incumbent: former president ""No, I'm not aware of such a thing. These are all statements. It's not something anyone has said publicly, is it?""",negative,-1
Deshapriya urges smaller gatherings during election campaign to fight COVID19,3/15/2020,Politics,The Elections Commission has requested all political parties and independent groups contesting the upcoming Parliamentar...,Deshapriya urges smaller gatherings during election campaign to fight COVID19 The Elections Commission has requested all political parties and independent groups contesting the upcoming Parliamentar...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka promoting MICE tourism to meet 12-pct of 2023 target,3/15/2023,Economy,"Targeting South Asia, Middle East and Europe","Sri Lanka promoting MICE tourism to meet 12-pct of 2023 target Targeting South Asia, Middle East and Europe",positive,1
Nearly 2300 suspects arrested after Easter Sunday - Police,6/4/2019,Uncategorized,"Police Spokesman Ruwan Gunasekara said that a total of 2289 suspects were arrested relating to Easter attacks, search op...","Nearly 2300 suspects arrested after Easter Sunday - Police Police Spokesman Ruwan Gunasekara said that a total of 2289 suspects were arrested relating to Easter attacks, search op...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka’s Litro Gas cuts price on rupee appreciation, stock management",4/1/2024,Economy,“We look at the advanced trends and then order stocks. That and the dollar appreciation has caused prices to fall.”,"Sri Lanka’s Litro Gas cuts price on rupee appreciation, stock management “We look at the advanced trends and then order stocks. That and the dollar appreciation has caused prices to fall.”",negative,-1
China construction workers in Sri Lanka hit by Coronavirus,11/13/2020,Business,Four Chinese nationals working in a construction site in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo and two locals have been confirmed ...,China construction workers in Sri Lanka hit by Coronavirus Four Chinese nationals working in a construction site in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo and two locals have been confirmed ...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka needs to rethink how it should train and manage migrant workers – Foreign Secretary,7/1/2020,Economy,The COVID 19 induced crisis in migrant labour should prompt a re-think in how Sri Lanka should train and manage its over...,Sri Lanka needs to rethink how it should train and manage migrant workers – Foreign Secretary The COVID 19 induced crisis in migrant labour should prompt a re-think in how Sri Lanka should train and manage its over...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka NBRO issues landslide evacuation alert amid high rainfall, flood risks",8/31/2022,Weather and Climate,Sri Lanka sees sudden heavy rains after low-level atmospheric disturbance in vicinity,"Sri Lanka NBRO issues landslide evacuation alert amid high rainfall, flood risks Sri Lanka sees sudden heavy rains after low-level atmospheric disturbance in vicinity",negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 329.25/50 to the US dollar,7/26/2023,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields down,Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 329.25/50 to the US dollar Bond yields down,negative,-1
"Artificial reefs: Sri Lanka minister dismisses Indian concerns, says ban bottom trawling first",6/17/2021,Environment,"Defending the project, State Minister Wijesekara told EconomyNext June 17 said it was the result of years of study.","Artificial reefs: Sri Lanka minister dismisses Indian concerns, says ban bottom trawling first Defending the project, State Minister Wijesekara told EconomyNext June 17 said it was the result of years of study.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka Uber driver released on bail after aggravated assault on passenger,12/6/2019,Legal,An Uber driver who slammed a passenger against his vehicle and left him fallen on the roadside with head injuries after ...,Sri Lanka Uber driver released on bail after aggravated assault on passenger An Uber driver who slammed a passenger against his vehicle and left him fallen on the roadside with head injuries after ...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee ends slightly weaker, gilt yields unchanged",7/13/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed marginally weaker at 185.85/90 to US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields remain...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends slightly weaker, gilt yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee closed marginally weaker at 185.85/90 to US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields remain...",negative,-1
"China Foreign Minister arrives in Sri Lanka amid tested ties, forex crisis",1/9/2022,Political News,Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit comes as both China and Sri Lanka celebrate 65th year of their diplomatic relations,"China Foreign Minister arrives in Sri Lanka amid tested ties, forex crisis Foreign Minister Wang Yi's visit comes as both China and Sri Lanka celebrate 65th year of their diplomatic relations",positive,1
Sri Lanka sells Rs132.4bn in T-bill auction,5/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s has sold 132.4 billion rupees of Treasury bills at an auction held on Wednesday,Sri Lanka sells Rs132.4bn in T-bill auction Sri Lanka’s has sold 132.4 billion rupees of Treasury bills at an auction held on Wednesday,negative,-1
Sri Lanka to see worst economic contraction in history in 2022: CB Governor,5/23/2022,Economy,In our expectations the economy will contract at the highest rate than in any other year in history,Sri Lanka to see worst economic contraction in history in 2022: CB Governor In our expectations the economy will contract at the highest rate than in any other year in history,negative,-1
Sri Lanka finance companies pressured by capital needs as bad loans rise: Fitch,3/2/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's finance and leasing companies are under pressure to raise capital and regulatory thresholds rise and bad loa...,Sri Lanka finance companies pressured by capital needs as bad loans rise: Fitch Sri Lanka's finance and leasing companies are under pressure to raise capital and regulatory thresholds rise and bad loa...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka runs out of anti-dengue chemicals - health ministry,5/2/2022,Health,Data show dengue patients on the rise amid health authorities struggle to control dengue mosquito,Sri Lanka runs out of anti-dengue chemicals - health ministry Data show dengue patients on the rise amid health authorities struggle to control dengue mosquito,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka suspends weddings, public events for two weeks",4/30/2021,Health,The announcement comes amid record-breaking daily cases of COVID-19in the country,"Sri Lanka suspends weddings, public events for two weeks The announcement comes amid record-breaking daily cases of COVID-19in the country",negative,-1
Free Media Movement to boycott Presidential Media Awards,4/10/2019,Uncategorized,The Free Media Movement (FMM) has announced a boycott of this year's Presidential Media Awards citing a lack of progress...,Free Media Movement to boycott Presidential Media Awards The Free Media Movement (FMM) has announced a boycott of this year's Presidential Media Awards citing a lack of progress...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.62-pct higher,6/1/2021,Markets,Colombo stocks gain for the second week straight,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.62-pct higher Colombo stocks gain for the second week straight,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka police chief, four others called by Supreme Court over not carrying out order",9/24/2022,Legal,Court ordered the policeman salary to be paid pending the completion of proceedings,"Sri Lanka police chief, four others called by Supreme Court over not carrying out order Court ordered the policeman salary to be paid pending the completion of proceedings",negative,-1
Sri Lanka power regulatory chief accuses state-run CPC of wrong crude import,9/26/2022,Energy,"""You can’t even run the plant using that crude oil. The only option left for the importers is to drink it,"" he said.","Sri Lanka power regulatory chief accuses state-run CPC of wrong crude import ""You can’t even run the plant using that crude oil. The only option left for the importers is to drink it,"" he said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka records small BOP deficit in August 2023,10/3/2023,Economy,"The balance of payments which recorded a surplus of 2,078 million US dollars up to July 2023","Sri Lanka records small BOP deficit in August 2023 The balance of payments which recorded a surplus of 2,078 million US dollars up to July 2023",negative,-1
Candlelight vigil calling for unity,5/5/2019,Uncategorized,"A candlelight vigil was held at Independence Square, Colombo, yesterday, calling for unity among all Sri Lankans in the ...","Candlelight vigil calling for unity A candlelight vigil was held at Independence Square, Colombo, yesterday, calling for unity among all Sri Lankans in the ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka new CB Governor earns cautious approval from Wijewardena,9/23/2021,Economy,Wijewardene as Deputy Governor in 2008/2009 along with Cabraal tamed the agency's domestic operations ,Sri Lanka new CB Governor earns cautious approval from Wijewardena Wijewardene as Deputy Governor in 2008/2009 along with Cabraal tamed the agency's domestic operations ,positive,1
"Oil down, stocks up as worries over US-Iran clash ebb",1/9/2020,International news,"Global oil prices plunged Wednesday, totally reversing an earlier brief spike that followed Iranian missile attacks on U...","Oil down, stocks up as worries over US-Iran clash ebb Global oil prices plunged Wednesday, totally reversing an earlier brief spike that followed Iranian missile attacks on U...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka fails to sell 35-pct of bonds offered at auction,11/13/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has failed to sell 26.52 billion rupees out of 75 billion rupees of bonds offered at an auction on November 12...,Sri Lanka fails to sell 35-pct of bonds offered at auction Sri Lanka has failed to sell 26.52 billion rupees out of 75 billion rupees of bonds offered at an auction on November 12...,negative,-1
Macubator to support Sri Lanka and regional start-ups,12/15/2023,General Industry,"A start-up accelerator backed by MAC Holdings hopes to support aspiring entrepreneurs, uni students commercialize ideas","Macubator to support Sri Lanka and regional start-ups A start-up accelerator backed by MAC Holdings hopes to support aspiring entrepreneurs, uni students commercialize ideas",negative,-1
Sri Lanka president apologises to Japan for cancellation of light rail project,5/25/2023,Economy,Wickremesinghe met Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida in Tokyo on Thursday May 25.,Sri Lanka president apologises to Japan for cancellation of light rail project Wickremesinghe met Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida in Tokyo on Thursday May 25.,positive,1
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 306.95/307.10 to the US dollar,3/11/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 306.95/307.10 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady.,positive,1
Covid-related unrest in Prisons grow as escaping inmate in Kandy is shot dead,11/18/2020,Health,Prisoners in many jails in Sri Lanka are uneasy because of the Covid 19 spread in the institutions and the incident this...,Covid-related unrest in Prisons grow as escaping inmate in Kandy is shot dead Prisoners in many jails in Sri Lanka are uneasy because of the Covid 19 spread in the institutions and the incident this...,negative,-1
Foreign holdings of Sri Lanka rupee bonds slightly up,2/5/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Rupee denominated bonds held by foreign investors rose slightly to 151.1 billion rupees by January 30, up from 150.1 bil...","Foreign holdings of Sri Lanka rupee bonds slightly up Rupee denominated bonds held by foreign investors rose slightly to 151.1 billion rupees by January 30, up from 150.1 bil...",negative,-1
China-run Hambantota port in Sri Lanka links with Thailand's Ranong,9/16/2019,Logistics,Sri Lanka's China managed Hambantota Port has inked a deal with Thailand's Ranong port with a view to developing shippin...,China-run Hambantota port in Sri Lanka links with Thailand's Ranong Sri Lanka's China managed Hambantota Port has inked a deal with Thailand's Ranong port with a view to developing shippin...,positive,1
Sri Lanka govt to take over 70-pct of CEB arrears to CPC and IPPs by year-end,10/11/2023,Economy,In 2022 the government had taken over almost Rs200bn worth project loans,Sri Lanka govt to take over 70-pct of CEB arrears to CPC and IPPs by year-end In 2022 the government had taken over almost Rs200bn worth project loans,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka computer literacy falls amid shift to smartphones, tablets",1/29/2019,ICT,ECONOMYNEXT- Computer literacy in Sri Lanka had fallen while digital literacy has increased in the first half of 2018 fr...,"Sri Lanka computer literacy falls amid shift to smartphones, tablets ECONOMYNEXT- Computer literacy in Sri Lanka had fallen while digital literacy has increased in the first half of 2018 fr...",negative,-1
Police raid Ranjan Ramanayake's home,1/4/2020,Law and Order,A Police posse from the Nugegoda Police raided the official quarters of United  National Party Member of Parliament this...,Police raid Ranjan Ramanayake's home A Police posse from the Nugegoda Police raided the official quarters of United  National Party Member of Parliament this...,negative,-1
US grounds Boeing 737 MAX amid growing safety concerns,3/14/2019,International news,The ban on the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft became worldwide on Wednesday after US President Donald Trump joined Canada and o...,US grounds Boeing 737 MAX amid growing safety concerns The ban on the Boeing 737 MAX aircraft became worldwide on Wednesday after US President Donald Trump joined Canada and o...,negative,-1
"What next? Britain, Brexit and Theresa May",11/16/2018,International news,"Despite facing a fierce backlash to her draft Brexit deal, British Prime Minister Theresa May has vowed to fight on.","What next? Britain, Brexit and Theresa May Despite facing a fierce backlash to her draft Brexit deal, British Prime Minister Theresa May has vowed to fight on.",positive,1
"Sri Lanka to cut transaction costs, compete with Undiyal with remittance app",8/27/2022,Economy,Expat workers can claim duty free and other benefits by sending money through Lanka Remit,"Sri Lanka to cut transaction costs, compete with Undiyal with remittance app Expat workers can claim duty free and other benefits by sending money through Lanka Remit",negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks lower as central bank slaps price controls on bank deposits,6/28/2019,Markets,Sri Lankan stocks closed 0.51 percent higher on Friday with brokers saying more interest in shares was expected with a n...,Sri Lanka stocks lower as central bank slaps price controls on bank deposits Sri Lankan stocks closed 0.51 percent higher on Friday with brokers saying more interest in shares was expected with a n...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka shares edge down in mid-day trade,7/7/2022,Markets,ASPI down 0.45% at 1130 hours,Sri Lanka shares edge down in mid-day trade ASPI down 0.45% at 1130 hours,negative,-1
"Foreigners sell bonds as rupee falls, CB says Sri Lanka has enough forex reserves",8/25/2019,Economy,"Foreign investors sold 13 billion rupees of bonds in the week to August 21, accelerating a weakening of the rupee that b...","Foreigners sell bonds as rupee falls, CB says Sri Lanka has enough forex reserves Foreign investors sold 13 billion rupees of bonds in the week to August 21, accelerating a weakening of the rupee that b...",negative,-1
Australia leans on Sri Lanka to contain boat people as currency crisis worsens,6/21/2022,Legal,The two Ministers recommitted their resolve to continue working together to thwart people smugglers,Australia leans on Sri Lanka to contain boat people as currency crisis worsens The two Ministers recommitted their resolve to continue working together to thwart people smugglers,positive,1
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 299.00/25 to the US dollar,4/16/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 299.00/25 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady.,positive,1
Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker around 202/204 levels to on month dollar,4/23/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 202/204 levels in the one-month dollar on Friday while bond yields remained unchang...,Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker around 202/204 levels to on month dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 202/204 levels in the one-month dollar on Friday while bond yields remained unchang...,negative,-1
Money not allocated for the parliamentary election yet –   Deshapriya,2/26/2020,Politics,Chairman of the Elections Commission (EC) Mahinda Deshapriya is saying that the cash needed to run the upcoming parliame...,Money not allocated for the parliamentary election yet –   Deshapriya Chairman of the Elections Commission (EC) Mahinda Deshapriya is saying that the cash needed to run the upcoming parliame...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka Kandy Perahera goes online in Covid crisis,8/12/2021,Culture,Perahera on Temple of the Tooth facebook and youtube channels,Sri Lanka Kandy Perahera goes online in Covid crisis Perahera on Temple of the Tooth facebook and youtube channels,negative,-1
Sri Lanka doing assets quality review of banks: CB Governor,2/5/2023,Banking,So called Stage 3 loans have hit 10.9-pct by the 3rd quarter,Sri Lanka doing assets quality review of banks: CB Governor So called Stage 3 loans have hit 10.9-pct by the 3rd quarter,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee closes at Rs306/307 to US dollar, bond yields steady",6/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee ended at 306/307 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at Rs306/307 to US dollar, bond yields steady Sri Lanka rupee ended at 306/307 to the US dollar on Monday, while bond yields were down.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks slip at open after 100bp rate hike,3/4/2022,Markets,ASPI lost over 100 points within minutes into trading ,Sri Lanka stocks slip at open after 100bp rate hike ASPI lost over 100 points within minutes into trading ,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka's UNF expects Wickremesinghe re-appointment, JVP wants 'coup' leaders punished",12/13/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's United National Front expects appoint Ranil Wickremesinghe to be re-appointed Prime Minister while their opp...,"Sri Lanka's UNF expects Wickremesinghe re-appointment, JVP wants 'coup' leaders punished Sri Lanka's United National Front expects appoint Ranil Wickremesinghe to be re-appointed Prime Minister while their opp...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka fabric park for 'greener' apparel with transparent supply chain,6/30/2021,Business,BOI upgrading older industrial to higher eco-standards,Sri Lanka fabric park for 'greener' apparel with transparent supply chain BOI upgrading older industrial to higher eco-standards,negative,-1
India travel trade and media in Sri Lanka tour ahead of indo-Lanka travel bubble,4/19/2021,Business,A delegation of tour operators and journalists from India have completed a familiarization tour of Sri Lanka ahead of a ...,India travel trade and media in Sri Lanka tour ahead of indo-Lanka travel bubble A delegation of tour operators and journalists from India have completed a familiarization tour of Sri Lanka ahead of a ...,positive,1
Sri Lanka's title-wining women netball team set an example to all athletes: President,9/11/2022,Sports,Sri Lanka won the Asian Netball Championship for the second year straight ,Sri Lanka's title-wining women netball team set an example to all athletes: President Sri Lanka won the Asian Netball Championship for the second year straight ,positive,1
Sri Lanka Easter bomber Zaharan paid salary by government: Kiriella,6/4/2019,Political News,"Suicide bomber Mohammed Zaharan who led an extremist Islamist suicide group had been paid a salary by the government, Mi...","Sri Lanka Easter bomber Zaharan paid salary by government: Kiriella Suicide bomber Mohammed Zaharan who led an extremist Islamist suicide group had been paid a salary by the government, Mi...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka receives over 300 medical items through Indian credit line: officials,12/10/2022,Economy,"Orders will be placed for 674 medicine items and 17,88 surgical equipment, Liyanage said.","Sri Lanka receives over 300 medical items through Indian credit line: officials Orders will be placed for 674 medicine items and 17,88 surgical equipment, Liyanage said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka’s Shangri-La hotel in Colombo closed,4/22/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT – Shangri-La International Hotel Management Ltd. said its hotel in Sri Lanka’s capital Colombo...,Sri Lanka’s Shangri-La hotel in Colombo closed ECONOMYNEXT – Shangri-La International Hotel Management Ltd. said its hotel in Sri Lanka’s capital Colombo...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka stocks close up 0.37-pct, Expo to de-list",3/1/2024,Stocks & Companies,Expolanka is the largest listed company on the Colombo Stock Exchange. ,"Sri Lanka stocks close up 0.37-pct, Expo to de-list Expolanka is the largest listed company on the Colombo Stock Exchange. ",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka President knew revenues will be lost, VAT cut to remain for 5-years: Jayasundera",4/4/2021,Economy," Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa knew revenue will be lost by tax cuts but he considered it an investment, and ...","Sri Lanka President knew revenues will be lost, VAT cut to remain for 5-years: Jayasundera  Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa knew revenue will be lost by tax cuts but he considered it an investment, and ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's northern fishermen switch to China-backed sea cucumber boom,1/5/2022,Economy,Over 600 fishermen have now started sea cucumber farming after they saw the potential for a steady income.,Sri Lanka's northern fishermen switch to China-backed sea cucumber boom Over 600 fishermen have now started sea cucumber farming after they saw the potential for a steady income.,positive,1
"Constitutional provisions followed to ""last letter"" in pardoning Sri Lanka murder convict: minister",6/29/2021,Politics,"The pardon was not granted circumventing legal provisions, the minister claimed.","Constitutional provisions followed to ""last letter"" in pardoning Sri Lanka murder convict: minister The pardon was not granted circumventing legal provisions, the minister claimed.",negative,-1
Shafi case: complainant women to be examined in Colombo hospitals,6/19/2019,Uncategorized,The women who are complaining that they have been rendered infertile by Dr. Siyabdeen Mohamed Shafi of the Kurunegala Te...,Shafi case: complainant women to be examined in Colombo hospitals The women who are complaining that they have been rendered infertile by Dr. Siyabdeen Mohamed Shafi of the Kurunegala Te...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,7/19/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 1.11 percent or 120.05 points to 10,916.12","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade All Share Price Index was up 1.11 percent or 120.05 points to 10,916.12",negative,-1
Sri Lanka tourism sector debt moratorium doubtful over bank stability: Minister,7/6/2022,Tourism,"""Because we have a threat of risk to the banks as well.""","Sri Lanka tourism sector debt moratorium doubtful over bank stability: Minister ""Because we have a threat of risk to the banks as well.""",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka to give grants to build 14,000 houses for poor",1/9/2020,Construction and Real Estate,"Sri Lanka will give a grant of 600,000 rupees for 14,000 very poor families to build and repair houses, cabinet spokesma...","Sri Lanka to give grants to build 14,000 houses for poor Sri Lanka will give a grant of 600,000 rupees for 14,000 very poor families to build and repair houses, cabinet spokesma...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka Resplendent Ceylon develops Covid-19 health and safety protocol,5/14/2020,Business,"Resplendent Ceylon, a Sri Lanka based high end boutique hotel chain, said it had developed a Covid-19 health and safety ...","Sri Lanka Resplendent Ceylon develops Covid-19 health and safety protocol Resplendent Ceylon, a Sri Lanka based high end boutique hotel chain, said it had developed a Covid-19 health and safety ...",positive,1
Sri Lanka to study Infobip centralized SMS firewall proposal,1/4/2024,Technology,Smishing is a form of cyberattacks that uses SMS to trick people into disclosing personal information.,Sri Lanka to study Infobip centralized SMS firewall proposal Smishing is a form of cyberattacks that uses SMS to trick people into disclosing personal information.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka court requests CB to furnish USD 500 mn ISB January repayment details,5/23/2022,Courts,Cabraal kept the exchange rate artificially steady while spending reserves for foreign debt repayment.,Sri Lanka court requests CB to furnish USD 500 mn ISB January repayment details Cabraal kept the exchange rate artificially steady while spending reserves for foreign debt repayment.,negative,-1
Professional advisory board on national security raises questions on constitutional principles - Exp...,7/9/2019,Politics,A senior constitutional expert has expressed concern over President Maithripala Sirisena’s appointment of a profession...,Professional advisory board on national security raises questions on constitutional principles - Exp... A senior constitutional expert has expressed concern over President Maithripala Sirisena’s appointment of a profession...,positive,1
Litro says hopeful of ending Sri Lanka's cooking gas queues end-July,7/12/2022,Energy,The gas shortage left many families unable to cook meals to feed themselves.,Litro says hopeful of ending Sri Lanka's cooking gas queues end-July The gas shortage left many families unable to cook meals to feed themselves.,positive,1
Sri Lanka's NITF to pay Rs.50mn advance to two bombed hotels,4/24/2019,Finance,Sri Lanka's state-owned National Insurance Trust Fund will pay 25 million rupees each in advance insurance claims to The...,Sri Lanka's NITF to pay Rs.50mn advance to two bombed hotels Sri Lanka's state-owned National Insurance Trust Fund will pay 25 million rupees each in advance insurance claims to The...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka police nab man for siphoning off money from 14-y-o child's brain surgery fund,8/13/2021,Crime,"The crime is suspected to be the work of an organised group, police said.","Sri Lanka police nab man for siphoning off money from 14-y-o child's brain surgery fund The crime is suspected to be the work of an organised group, police said.",negative,-1
GR-MR administration ready with economic strategy for Sri Lanka: Cabraal,11/18/2019,Economy," A new administration headed by newly elected President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is ready to tackle Sri Lanka's economy, which...","GR-MR administration ready with economic strategy for Sri Lanka: Cabraal  A new administration headed by newly elected President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is ready to tackle Sri Lanka's economy, which...",positive,1
Colombo-bound SriLankan flight delayed after taking off in Melbourne over technical fault,2/12/2024,Aviation,SriLankan has faced many delays in the recent past owning to technical issues ,Colombo-bound SriLankan flight delayed after taking off in Melbourne over technical fault SriLankan has faced many delays in the recent past owning to technical issues ,negative,-1
Cabinet nod for regulatory body for microfinancing,8/28/2019,Economy,The Cabinet has approved a proposal to establish a 'Credit Regulatory Authority' as an independent legal body to regulat...,Cabinet nod for regulatory body for microfinancing The Cabinet has approved a proposal to establish a 'Credit Regulatory Authority' as an independent legal body to regulat...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka free trade zone manufacturers alarmed by electricity tariff hike,8/13/2022,Apparel,FTZMA said the high tariffs which are driving up cost of production would make Sri Lankan products highly uncompetitive,Sri Lanka free trade zone manufacturers alarmed by electricity tariff hike FTZMA said the high tariffs which are driving up cost of production would make Sri Lankan products highly uncompetitive,negative,-1
Gota eliminating Z-score jeopardizes students future,11/4/2019,Education,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says Gotabaya Rajapaksa's proposal to eliminate the Z-score will jeopardize the futu...,Gota eliminating Z-score jeopardizes students future Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says Gotabaya Rajapaksa's proposal to eliminate the Z-score will jeopardize the futu...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka schedules power cuts up to 8.5 hours for April 02,4/1/2022,Energy,Saturday's power cut duration has declined to 8.5 hours from Friday's 12 hours ,Sri Lanka schedules power cuts up to 8.5 hours for April 02 Saturday's power cut duration has declined to 8.5 hours from Friday's 12 hours ,negative,-1
"China sees drop in new virus cases, two Japan cruise passengers die",2/20/2020,Uncategorized,"China reported a big drop in new coronavirus cases on Thursday, fuelling hopes the epidemic is nearing its peak, but Jap...","China sees drop in new virus cases, two Japan cruise passengers die China reported a big drop in new coronavirus cases on Thursday, fuelling hopes the epidemic is nearing its peak, but Jap...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka economy managed in 'alternative' way, critics on wrong track: CB Governor",2/12/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's economy is managed through new policies in an 'alternative way' but critics are using the downturn seen in t...,"Sri Lanka economy managed in 'alternative' way, critics on wrong track: CB Governor Sri Lanka's economy is managed through new policies in an 'alternative way' but critics are using the downturn seen in t...",negative,-1
Making sense of the Agitation Site,2/6/2020,Politics,"Sri Lanka yesterday announced a state-approved Agitation Site for protestors. This is an attempt to understand it, with ...","Making sense of the Agitation Site Sri Lanka yesterday announced a state-approved Agitation Site for protestors. This is an attempt to understand it, with ...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka's services sector continues fall in May, production shows recovery",6/15/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's service sector continued its fall seen in April following the Easter Sunday attack, while the manufacturing ...","Sri Lanka's services sector continues fall in May, production shows recovery Sri Lanka's service sector continued its fall seen in April following the Easter Sunday attack, while the manufacturing ...",negative,-1
More rain forecast for flood & landslide-ravaged Sri Lanka,6/8/2021,Weather and Climate,"Two more deaths due to adverse weather were reported yesterday, increasing the total to 19","More rain forecast for flood & landslide-ravaged Sri Lanka Two more deaths due to adverse weather were reported yesterday, increasing the total to 19",negative,-1
Sri Lanka top court dismisses cases against SLT privatization: report,6/16/2023,Legal,"Among other reasons, petitioners had argued that privatization would threaten national security","Sri Lanka top court dismisses cases against SLT privatization: report Among other reasons, petitioners had argued that privatization would threaten national security",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka clears draft law to hike fines 3,900-pct as price controls trigger milk shortage",8/11/2021,Agriculture,Autarky tax on milk powder lifted to lower import prices,"Sri Lanka clears draft law to hike fines 3,900-pct as price controls trigger milk shortage Autarky tax on milk powder lifted to lower import prices",negative,-1
Sri Lanka container volumes surge 30-pct in Feb amid Red Sea troubles,4/5/2024,Logistics,"Up to February 2024, transshipment volumes were up 27.2 percent","Sri Lanka container volumes surge 30-pct in Feb amid Red Sea troubles Up to February 2024, transshipment volumes were up 27.2 percent",negative,-1
Sri Lanka confident of positive responses from creditors: Minister,11/28/2023,Economy,We are confident that all creditors will look at Sri Lanka positively,Sri Lanka confident of positive responses from creditors: Minister We are confident that all creditors will look at Sri Lanka positively,positive,1
Sri Lanka's Yupun Abeykoon sets new South Asia sprint record,7/4/2022,Culture,Broke his own record,Sri Lanka's Yupun Abeykoon sets new South Asia sprint record Broke his own record,positive,1
Sri Lanka to vaccinate export zone workers from July: Namal,6/14/2021,Business,Health Ministry has approved,Sri Lanka to vaccinate export zone workers from July: Namal Health Ministry has approved,positive,1
All-party conference tomorrow,4/24/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena has called for an all-party conference to be held tomorrow (25) to discuss the prevailing...,All-party conference tomorrow President Maithripala Sirisena has called for an all-party conference to be held tomorrow (25) to discuss the prevailing...,positive,1
Chinese onion becomes cheaper in Sri Lanka than Indian ahead of festivals,4/9/2024,Agriculture,"Chinese onion price reduced by Rs. 120 per kg to 375, Indian onion price slashed by Rs. 50 to 445  ","Chinese onion becomes cheaper in Sri Lanka than Indian ahead of festivals Chinese onion price reduced by Rs. 120 per kg to 375, Indian onion price slashed by Rs. 50 to 445  ",negative,-1
Fun protests to toppling Rajapaksa; covering Sri Lanka's unprecedented Presidential Palace storming,7/13/2022,Defence,An eye witness piece by Economy Next reporters who share what they saw in July 9 Sri Lankan revolution.,Fun protests to toppling Rajapaksa; covering Sri Lanka's unprecedented Presidential Palace storming An eye witness piece by Economy Next reporters who share what they saw in July 9 Sri Lankan revolution.,positive,1
Asian markets climb on hopes of Mexico tariff delay,6/7/2019,International news,"Asian markets rose Friday, tracking gains on Wall Street following a report that the United States could delay its plan ...","Asian markets climb on hopes of Mexico tariff delay Asian markets rose Friday, tracking gains on Wall Street following a report that the United States could delay its plan ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's progressive NPP claims credit for mobilising support for war,5/21/2024,Politics,Lal Kantha was addressing a group of military veterans at an event in Ratnapura.,Sri Lanka's progressive NPP claims credit for mobilising support for war Lal Kantha was addressing a group of military veterans at an event in Ratnapura.,positive,1
Sri Lanka President meets King Charles III amid a spike in republicanism,5/7/2023,Political News,A few protestors called for the monarchy to be 'privatized',Sri Lanka President meets King Charles III amid a spike in republicanism A few protestors called for the monarchy to be 'privatized',negative,-1
Private suppliers in Sri Lanka in trouble from state payment arrears,1/29/2020,Economy,Private firms which have provided services to Sri Lanka's government is in difficulties due to delayed payments Prime Mi...,Private suppliers in Sri Lanka in trouble from state payment arrears Private firms which have provided services to Sri Lanka's government is in difficulties due to delayed payments Prime Mi...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka receives 90,000 more doses of Pfizer-BioNTech",7/26/2021,Health,"With the new consignment, Sri Lanka has received a total of 205,920 doses of the US-manufactured vaccine.","Sri Lanka receives 90,000 more doses of Pfizer-BioNTech With the new consignment, Sri Lanka has received a total of 205,920 doses of the US-manufactured vaccine.",negative,-1
At least 14 new Cabinet Ministers have corruption charges levelled against them - Opposition,8/13/2020,Corruption,The Samagi Jana Balavegaya is not against the appointment of Mohamed Ali Sabry as Justice Minister because he is a Musli...,At least 14 new Cabinet Ministers have corruption charges levelled against them - Opposition The Samagi Jana Balavegaya is not against the appointment of Mohamed Ali Sabry as Justice Minister because he is a Musli...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's stocks close up on a wait and see approach on IMF review and budget,9/14/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.82 percent or 93.87 points to 11,532.69","Sri Lanka's stocks close up on a wait and see approach on IMF review and budget All Share Price Index was up 0.82 percent or 93.87 points to 11,532.69",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka seeks divestment advisors, in talks with IFC for SriLankan",3/29/2023,Economy,Firms are free to express interest with respect to one or more of the above mentioned enterprises,"Sri Lanka seeks divestment advisors, in talks with IFC for SriLankan Firms are free to express interest with respect to one or more of the above mentioned enterprises",negative,-1
Former Sri Lanka health minister calls for immediate lockdown; says COVID-19 cannot be treated like ...,3/20/2020,Health,"Calling for a total lockdown of the country to contain the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, former Health Minister Rajitha Sen...","Former Sri Lanka health minister calls for immediate lockdown; says COVID-19 cannot be treated like ... Calling for a total lockdown of the country to contain the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, former Health Minister Rajitha Sen...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly weaker; stocks lower,11/12/2018,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka stocks opened lower on Monday and the rupee was quoted marginally weaker at around 175.20/40 rup...,Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly weaker; stocks lower ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka stocks opened lower on Monday and the rupee was quoted marginally weaker at around 175.20/40 rup...,negative,-1
Sri Aurobindo: Mystical Awareness Supplants Production,10/7/2022,Constitutional Amendments,"In India, religion and socialism commingle and collide.","Sri Aurobindo: Mystical Awareness Supplants Production In India, religion and socialism commingle and collide.",positive,1
Sri Lanka govt security rates fall; guidance peg strengthen ,7/21/2022,Bonds & Forex,Yields in short and long term govt securities fall ,Sri Lanka govt security rates fall; guidance peg strengthen  Yields in short and long term govt securities fall ,negative,-1
Inquiry into alleged desecration of the Nagapooshani Amman temple in Nainativu,6/24/2020,Political News,The Prime MInister’s Office has ordered an inquiry into an incident that happened last week at the historic Nainativu ...,Inquiry into alleged desecration of the Nagapooshani Amman temple in Nainativu The Prime MInister’s Office has ordered an inquiry into an incident that happened last week at the historic Nainativu ...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka sees drop in fish prices as supply improves,9/30/2022,Economy,"Kerosene price was increased by around 300 percent in August, since which supply has improved, fishermen said","Sri Lanka sees drop in fish prices as supply improves Kerosene price was increased by around 300 percent in August, since which supply has improved, fishermen said",negative,-1
Sri Lanka ministers contradict cabinet discussion over Channel 4 Easter Bombing claim,9/5/2023,Easter Sunday attacks,Cabinet Spokesman denies Channel 4 discussion; Labour Minister says Cabinet decided to appoint a panel ,Sri Lanka ministers contradict cabinet discussion over Channel 4 Easter Bombing claim Cabinet Spokesman denies Channel 4 discussion; Labour Minister says Cabinet decided to appoint a panel ,negative,-1
Candidates unconcerned about safety of Media,11/1/2019,Human Rights,The Free Media Movement is deeply concerned that none of the major Presidential Candidates has drawn attention to the sa...,Candidates unconcerned about safety of Media The Free Media Movement is deeply concerned that none of the major Presidential Candidates has drawn attention to the sa...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka  curfews relaxed amid progress in Coronavirus battle, foreign returnee dies",5/25/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is relaxing daytime Coronavirus curfews country-wide from May 26 though travel curbs to Colombo and Gampaha wi...,"Sri Lanka  curfews relaxed amid progress in Coronavirus battle, foreign returnee dies Sri Lanka is relaxing daytime Coronavirus curfews country-wide from May 26 though travel curbs to Colombo and Gampaha wi...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks gain ",7/16/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.80/90 to US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields eased and...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks gain  Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger at 185.80/90 to US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields eased and...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka legislator Aluthgamage's 'travel ban' a data error,3/13/2023,Political News,Aluthgamage was later quoted as saying that he will take legal actions against the department. ,Sri Lanka legislator Aluthgamage's 'travel ban' a data error Aluthgamage was later quoted as saying that he will take legal actions against the department. ,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee at 291.00/292.50 to dollar, bond yields steady at open",6/8/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka spot US dollar opened at 291.00/292.50 rupees and the bonds were steady on Thursday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee at 291.00/292.50 to dollar, bond yields steady at open Sri Lanka spot US dollar opened at 291.00/292.50 rupees and the bonds were steady on Thursday, dealers said.",positive,1
Australia's Different starts operations in Sri Lanka,12/18/2019,Uncategorized,"'Different’, an Australian tech company with a real estate app, started its back-office operations in Sri Lanka and is...","Australia's Different starts operations in Sri Lanka 'Different’, an Australian tech company with a real estate app, started its back-office operations in Sri Lanka and is...",positive,1
"UK travel giant Thomas Cook collapses, stranding tourists",9/23/2019,International news,"British travel group Thomas Cook on Monday declared bankruptcy after failing to reach a last-ditch rescue deal, triggeri...","UK travel giant Thomas Cook collapses, stranding tourists British travel group Thomas Cook on Monday declared bankruptcy after failing to reach a last-ditch rescue deal, triggeri...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka warned against 'Hitler' wish by German envoy,4/13/2021,Political News,German Ambassador Holger Seubert has warned Sri Lanka against wishing for a 'Hitler' after a minister expressed a wish f...,Sri Lanka warned against 'Hitler' wish by German envoy German Ambassador Holger Seubert has warned Sri Lanka against wishing for a 'Hitler' after a minister expressed a wish f...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka waste-to-energy power plant delayed by Covid-19 travel curbs,6/9/2020,Energy,A waste-to-energy plant being built north of Sri Lanka's capital Colombo has been delayed due to Coronavirus travel rest...,Sri Lanka waste-to-energy power plant delayed by Covid-19 travel curbs A waste-to-energy plant being built north of Sri Lanka's capital Colombo has been delayed due to Coronavirus travel rest...,negative,-1
"CEB customers need to pay only what they paid in February for March, April and May - Cabinet",7/16/2020,Consumer Affairs,Electricity consumers facing huge bills after the COVID 19 lockdown are to be given further relief at a loss of Rs 3bn t...,"CEB customers need to pay only what they paid in February for March, April and May - Cabinet Electricity consumers facing huge bills after the COVID 19 lockdown are to be given further relief at a loss of Rs 3bn t...",negative,-1
"Argentine peso down 18-pct, stock exchange plunge 38-pct",8/13/2019,International news,Pro-business President Mauricio Macri predicted worse would follow after Argentina's peso and the Buenos Aires stock exc...,"Argentine peso down 18-pct, stock exchange plunge 38-pct Pro-business President Mauricio Macri predicted worse would follow after Argentina's peso and the Buenos Aires stock exc...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka maintains 2 hour power cut from November 9-11,11/9/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka has faced short supply of coal ,Sri Lanka maintains 2 hour power cut from November 9-11 Sri Lanka has faced short supply of coal ,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks gain 0.12-pct",4/16/2019,Markets,"The Sri Lanka rupee ended slightly weaker at 174.60/70 rupees against the US dollar on Monday, as bond yields edged high...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks gain 0.12-pct The Sri Lanka rupee ended slightly weaker at 174.60/70 rupees against the US dollar on Monday, as bond yields edged high...",negative,-1
Lifelong support: Autism spectrum disorder beyond childhood in Sri Lanka,4/5/2019,Health,"Awareness of ASD is slowly rising in the country, but there is much work to be done, and critical blind spots remain.","Lifelong support: Autism spectrum disorder beyond childhood in Sri Lanka Awareness of ASD is slowly rising in the country, but there is much work to be done, and critical blind spots remain.",positive,1
'The Truth Square' to trap disinformation during General Elections,2/27/2020,Political News,'The Truth Square-Trap Disinformation' a platform created to battle fake news created during the upcoming General Electi...,'The Truth Square' to trap disinformation during General Elections 'The Truth Square-Trap Disinformation' a platform created to battle fake news created during the upcoming General Electi...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka exporters say committed to repatriating funds,8/3/2022,Economy,We have communicated this to our membership and is willing to support the CBSL ,Sri Lanka exporters say committed to repatriating funds We have communicated this to our membership and is willing to support the CBSL ,positive,1
TID now under CID,5/15/2019,Uncategorized,"The Terrorism Investigation Department (TID), hitherto reporting directly to the Inspector General of Police (IGP), has ...","TID now under CID The Terrorism Investigation Department (TID), hitherto reporting directly to the Inspector General of Police (IGP), has ...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka's tourist hotspots to heat up with music, culinary and literary events",1/7/2024,Business,The series of cultural events along the south coast aimed at drawing visitors for extended stays,"Sri Lanka's tourist hotspots to heat up with music, culinary and literary events The series of cultural events along the south coast aimed at drawing visitors for extended stays",positive,1
Sri Lanka speaker says president will send resignation letter within the day,7/13/2022,Politics,Abeywardena asked the people to remain calm and peaceful.,Sri Lanka speaker says president will send resignation letter within the day Abeywardena asked the people to remain calm and peaceful.,negative,-1
Scottish whisky and French cheese targeted by US trade tariffs,10/3/2019,International news,"From whisky and wine to parkas and cashmere sweaters, the US has released a list of imported European products slapped w...","Scottish whisky and French cheese targeted by US trade tariffs From whisky and wine to parkas and cashmere sweaters, the US has released a list of imported European products slapped w...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka coconut auction price up 6.6-pct,8/4/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka’s average coconut prices grew 6.68 percent to 54,505 rupees for a 1000 nuts at an auction at the last auctio...","Sri Lanka coconut auction price up 6.6-pct Sri Lanka’s average coconut prices grew 6.68 percent to 54,505 rupees for a 1000 nuts at an auction at the last auctio...",negative,-1
"'No One Behind’ policy must resonate at all levels, Sri Lanka tells WHO Mental Health Forum",10/21/2019,Health,"Sri Lanka updated the global healthcare community last week on progress made in advancing mental health, in an address t...","'No One Behind’ policy must resonate at all levels, Sri Lanka tells WHO Mental Health Forum Sri Lanka updated the global healthcare community last week on progress made in advancing mental health, in an address t...",positive,1
Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-day trade on banking and retail shares,8/24/2022,Markets,ASPI down 0.81 percent,Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-day trade on banking and retail shares ASPI down 0.81 percent,negative,-1
Pakistan PM's parliament address in Sri Lanka cancelled,2/17/2021,Politics,An address to Sri Lanka's parliament by Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan that was scheduled for February 24 has been c...,Pakistan PM's parliament address in Sri Lanka cancelled An address to Sri Lanka's parliament by Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan that was scheduled for February 24 has been c...,negative,-1
Proposed SOFA deal with US draws fire from Sri Lanka's JVP,3/26/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka's leftist Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna says a proposed Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) agreement contains claus...,Proposed SOFA deal with US draws fire from Sri Lanka's JVP Sri Lanka's leftist Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna says a proposed Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) agreement contains claus...,negative,-1
US Fed: 'can afford to be patient' on rate hikes,1/10/2019,International news,"US central bankers ""can afford to be patient"" before raising interest rates again, given low inflation and uncertainty a...","US Fed: 'can afford to be patient' on rate hikes US central bankers ""can afford to be patient"" before raising interest rates again, given low inflation and uncertainty a...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, bond yields flat",11/5/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted firmer at 180.40/60 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields were flat and stocks op...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens firmer, bond yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted firmer at 180.40/60 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields were flat and stocks op...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka top cop batting for cricket board,11/11/2021,Political News,"Monthly retainer of Rs150,000","Sri Lanka top cop batting for cricket board Monthly retainer of Rs150,000",positive,1
"Sri Lanka President outlines 28 ministries, 40 state ministries",8/10/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has published 28 ministries and 40 state ministries identifying their specific ...,"Sri Lanka President outlines 28 ministries, 40 state ministries Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has published 28 ministries and 40 state ministries identifying their specific ...",positive,1
Sri Lanka turning ex-Voice of America relay station into COVID-19 hospital,3/21/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka will turn the building of a former Voice of America relay station into a COVID-19 hospital, as part of efforts...","Sri Lanka turning ex-Voice of America relay station into COVID-19 hospital Sri Lanka will turn the building of a former Voice of America relay station into a COVID-19 hospital, as part of efforts...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices continue to climb,1/20/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka raw coconut prices grew 4.52 percent to 45,265 rupees for 1000 nuts at an auction in Colombo on January 16, 20...","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices continue to climb Sri Lanka raw coconut prices grew 4.52 percent to 45,265 rupees for 1000 nuts at an auction in Colombo on January 16, 20...",positive,1
Santosh Jha new Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka,12/22/2023,International Relations,New High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka Santosh Jha presents credentials,Santosh Jha new Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka New High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka Santosh Jha presents credentials,positive,1
UK PM Boris Johnson to resign as Tory leader but continue as PM till autumn: BBC,7/7/2022,World,"He had vowed to ""keep going"" following a wave of resignations from the government over his leadership.","UK PM Boris Johnson to resign as Tory leader but continue as PM till autumn: BBC He had vowed to ""keep going"" following a wave of resignations from the government over his leadership.",negative,-1
"Coronavirus the worst global crisis since WW II, says UN chief",4/1/2020,Health,"The coronavirus pandemic is the worst global crisis since World War II, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said Tuesd...","Coronavirus the worst global crisis since WW II, says UN chief The coronavirus pandemic is the worst global crisis since World War II, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said Tuesd...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's First Capital Holdings rating upgraded by notch to [SL] A: ICRA,11/7/2020,Bonds & Forex,The rating of Sri Lanka's First Capital Holdings Plc (FCH) has been upgraded by one notch to [SL] A from [SL] A- with a ...,Sri Lanka's First Capital Holdings rating upgraded by notch to [SL] A: ICRA The rating of Sri Lanka's First Capital Holdings Plc (FCH) has been upgraded by one notch to [SL] A from [SL] A- with a ...,negative,-1
New Chairman for Sri Lanka Telecom,7/20/2023,Markets,Reyaz Mihular appointed Chairman of SLT,New Chairman for Sri Lanka Telecom Reyaz Mihular appointed Chairman of SLT,positive,1
Sri Lanka forex reserves drop in June 2023 after flexible panic,7/9/2023,Economy,In June the central bank had to intervene and us moral suasion to stop a flexible exchange panic,Sri Lanka forex reserves drop in June 2023 after flexible panic In June the central bank had to intervene and us moral suasion to stop a flexible exchange panic,negative,-1
Sri Lanka parliament to take up new National Council on Sep 20,9/14/2022,Politics,"The National Council will comprise the Speaker as the Chair, the PM, the opposition leader and other MPs.","Sri Lanka parliament to take up new National Council on Sep 20 The National Council will comprise the Speaker as the Chair, the PM, the opposition leader and other MPs.",positive,1
"Sri Lanka rupee bid at 199.90 to the US dollar, no offers",5/31/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bonds steady,"Sri Lanka rupee bid at 199.90 to the US dollar, no offers Bonds steady",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services buckle in May as Coronavirus wave bites: PMI",6/20/2021,Business,Absenteeism hits manufacturing,"Sri Lanka manufacturing, services buckle in May as Coronavirus wave bites: PMI Absenteeism hits manufacturing",negative,-1
India names Modi ally as new central bank chief,12/12/2018,South Asia,"Mumbai, India | AFP | India's government named an ally of Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the country's new central bank...","India names Modi ally as new central bank chief Mumbai, India | AFP | India's government named an ally of Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the country's new central bank...",positive,1
Sri Lanka tax body warns evaders; explores actions,7/14/2023,Economy,"Voluntary opening of tax files has hardly worked in Sri Lanka, says IRD chief ","Sri Lanka tax body warns evaders; explores actions Voluntary opening of tax files has hardly worked in Sri Lanka, says IRD chief ",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka's Browns to buy Lipton in Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda",5/7/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Browns Investments said it had reached an agreement to buy Lipton tea companies in Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda","Sri Lanka's Browns to buy Lipton in Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda Browns Investments said it had reached an agreement to buy Lipton tea companies in Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's election commission to decide on parties named along ethnoreligious lines,4/2/2021,Politics,The Election Commission (EC) of Sri Lanka has appointed a five-member committee to study registered political parties th...,Sri Lanka's election commission to decide on parties named along ethnoreligious lines The Election Commission (EC) of Sri Lanka has appointed a five-member committee to study registered political parties th...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka, Elite discuss training private security providers for employment abroad",1/23/2024,Migrant workers,UK-based private security service provider discusses training centre aimed at foreign employment opportunities,"Sri Lanka, Elite discuss training private security providers for employment abroad UK-based private security service provider discusses training centre aimed at foreign employment opportunities",positive,1
Sri Lanka cuts protectionist tax on potatoes as food prices rise,12/26/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka has cut a protectionist tax of 50 rupees a kilogram on imported potatoes, slapped to boost profit of the farmi...","Sri Lanka cuts protectionist tax on potatoes as food prices rise Sri Lanka has cut a protectionist tax of 50 rupees a kilogram on imported potatoes, slapped to boost profit of the farmi...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee closes firmer, bond yields steady",8/8/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s rupee closed firmer at 176.90/177.00 against the US dollar on Thursday while bonds yiel...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes firmer, bond yields steady ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka’s rupee closed firmer at 176.90/177.00 against the US dollar on Thursday while bonds yiel...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka tourism to boost research, develop roadmap with Australia",10/6/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka is revamping tourist research and developing a five year road map with support from Australia, the state touri...","Sri Lanka tourism to boost research, develop roadmap with Australia Sri Lanka is revamping tourist research and developing a five year road map with support from Australia, the state touri...",positive,1
Sri Lanka’s self-proclaimed spiritual healer who treated celebrities dies of COVID-19,9/23/2021,Health,"The 48-year old healer was in charge of Rajapaksa’s health from the first term of his presidency, a source said.","Sri Lanka’s self-proclaimed spiritual healer who treated celebrities dies of COVID-19 The 48-year old healer was in charge of Rajapaksa’s health from the first term of his presidency, a source said.",positive,1
Ceylon Electricity Board chairman steps down amid Sri Lanka power crisis,1/26/2022,Power,"""We are in a crisis situation. Let's see how we can manage it going forward.""","Ceylon Electricity Board chairman steps down amid Sri Lanka power crisis ""We are in a crisis situation. Let's see how we can manage it going forward.""",negative,-1
IMF agreement with Sri Lanka must depend on key conditions: US senate committee,7/2/2022,Economy,"""Without these critical reforms, Sri Lanka could suffer further economic mismanagement and uncontrollable debt.""","IMF agreement with Sri Lanka must depend on key conditions: US senate committee ""Without these critical reforms, Sri Lanka could suffer further economic mismanagement and uncontrollable debt.""",negative,-1
Sri Lanka Rajapaksa relative set for trial over money laundering in US,2/3/2019,Legal,"Former ambassador to Washington Jaliya Wickramasuriya, a close relative of former president Mahinda Rajapaksa, pleaded n...","Sri Lanka Rajapaksa relative set for trial over money laundering in US Former ambassador to Washington Jaliya Wickramasuriya, a close relative of former president Mahinda Rajapaksa, pleaded n...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka flies out 33 citizens from coronavirus epicenter in Wuhan, China",2/1/2020,Aviation, A state-run Srilankan Airlines rescue had taken out 33 Sri Lanka citizens from the novel coronavirus epicenter in Wuhan...,"Sri Lanka flies out 33 citizens from coronavirus epicenter in Wuhan, China  A state-run Srilankan Airlines rescue had taken out 33 Sri Lanka citizens from the novel coronavirus epicenter in Wuhan...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka opposition MP prohibited from protests for 14 days,4/29/2022,Uncategorized,Protests near Presidential Secretariat in capital Colombo continues for the 21st day ,Sri Lanka opposition MP prohibited from protests for 14 days Protests near Presidential Secretariat in capital Colombo continues for the 21st day ,negative,-1
Sri Lanka bond auction yields rise around 100bp across maturities,10/12/2021,Bonds & Forex,80 billion rupees out of 100 billion rupee auction sold,Sri Lanka bond auction yields rise around 100bp across maturities 80 billion rupees out of 100 billion rupee auction sold,negative,-1
Sri Lanka capital faces run on cakes on Valentine's Day,2/13/2020,Culture,"A severe cake shortage gripped Sri Lanka’s capital Thursday ahead of Valentine’s Day celebrations, according to onli...","Sri Lanka capital faces run on cakes on Valentine's Day A severe cake shortage gripped Sri Lanka’s capital Thursday ahead of Valentine’s Day celebrations, according to onli...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka-UAE trade exceeded USD3.9bn in last two years: Ambassador,11/27/2023,Employment,UAE is one of Sri Lanka’s largest trading partners in the Middle East,Sri Lanka-UAE trade exceeded USD3.9bn in last two years: Ambassador UAE is one of Sri Lanka’s largest trading partners in the Middle East,positive,1
Sri Lanka plans to raise revenues to 13-pct of GDP in 2023: Minister,11/1/2022,Economy,Hopes to raise up to Rs900bn more compared to last year ,Sri Lanka plans to raise revenues to 13-pct of GDP in 2023: Minister Hopes to raise up to Rs900bn more compared to last year ,positive,1
"Sri Lanka's private bus owners, container operators want prioritisation amid fuel shortages",2/23/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka now has to pay for fuel upfront before deliveries are made.,"Sri Lanka's private bus owners, container operators want prioritisation amid fuel shortages Sri Lanka now has to pay for fuel upfront before deliveries are made.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka passes law to set up China-backed special economic zone,5/20/2021,Economy,Colombo Port City Commission passes with 148 votes,Sri Lanka passes law to set up China-backed special economic zone Colombo Port City Commission passes with 148 votes,positive,1
Sri Lanka IMF deal to be reviewed on May 13,5/10/2019,Economy,The executive board of the International Monetary Fund is expected to review the resumption and extension of a program w...,Sri Lanka IMF deal to be reviewed on May 13 The executive board of the International Monetary Fund is expected to review the resumption and extension of a program w...,positive,1
"India has given “lot of offers” for Ramayana Trail, Sri Lanka state minister says",2/22/2024,Uncategorized,Indians are ready to build hotels around places associated with Ramayana Trails in Sri Lanka,"India has given “lot of offers” for Ramayana Trail, Sri Lanka state minister says Indians are ready to build hotels around places associated with Ramayana Trails in Sri Lanka",positive,1
Sri Lanka fails to sell 65-pct of bills at auction,2/10/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has failed to sell 65 percent of the offered 40 billion rupees at an Treasuries auction Wednesday despite 74.4...,Sri Lanka fails to sell 65-pct of bills at auction Sri Lanka has failed to sell 65 percent of the offered 40 billion rupees at an Treasuries auction Wednesday despite 74.4...,negative,-1
US oil prices jumps to $13 a from minus $40 as storage ran out,4/22/2020,Energy,US oil prices surged Wednesday after a turbulent start to the week that saw them fall below zero for the first time due ...,US oil prices jumps to $13 a from minus $40 as storage ran out US oil prices surged Wednesday after a turbulent start to the week that saw them fall below zero for the first time due ...,negative,-1
Environmental activists cry foul as climate action event allegedly disrupted,3/19/2021,Environment,A collective of Sri Lankan environmental activists were in for a rude shock this morning when a 30x60 feet print of a â€...,Environmental activists cry foul as climate action event allegedly disrupted A collective of Sri Lankan environmental activists were in for a rude shock this morning when a 30x60 feet print of a â€...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank makes provisions, net up on tax treatment",2/27/2023,Banking,Helped mainly by tax reversal despite provisions for bad loans amid a currency crisis.,"Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank makes provisions, net up on tax treatment Helped mainly by tax reversal despite provisions for bad loans amid a currency crisis.",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka expects billion dollar credit line as Finance Minister meets Modi, Jaishankar",3/17/2022,Economy,India has promised a billion US dollar credit line for imports,"Sri Lanka expects billion dollar credit line as Finance Minister meets Modi, Jaishankar India has promised a billion US dollar credit line for imports",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka javelin thrower strikes gold, sets world record at 2020 Paralympics",8/30/2021,Sports,This is Sri Lanka’s first ever gold medal at a Paralympics event.,"Sri Lanka javelin thrower strikes gold, sets world record at 2020 Paralympics This is Sri Lanka’s first ever gold medal at a Paralympics event.",positive,1
"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields up, 3-months rise to 32.11-pct",7/12/2022,Bonds & Forex,6 and 12 month bill on tap,"Sri Lanka Treasuries yields up, 3-months rise to 32.11-pct 6 and 12 month bill on tap",positive,1
Sri Lanka stocks fall on illiquid shares; analysts see possible market correction soon,12/2/2021,Markets,"""But the overall picture is that these shares are on their way down.""","Sri Lanka stocks fall on illiquid shares; analysts see possible market correction soon ""But the overall picture is that these shares are on their way down.""",negative,-1
Sri Lanka shares recover from 4-week low on bargain hunting,6/8/2022,Markets,.,Sri Lanka shares recover from 4-week low on bargain hunting .,negative,-1
Sri Lanka outgoing health minister bids emotional farewell; didn't see reshuffle coming,8/16/2021,Health,Wanniarachchi’s was among seven key portfolios that were swapped between senior government ministers,Sri Lanka outgoing health minister bids emotional farewell; didn't see reshuffle coming Wanniarachchi’s was among seven key portfolios that were swapped between senior government ministers,negative,-1
Shots fired into the air as crowds gather and protest intensify at Sri Lanka PM's office,7/13/2022,Politics,"Air Force helicopters were seen flying dangerously low over the crowds at Galle Face, Colombo.","Shots fired into the air as crowds gather and protest intensify at Sri Lanka PM's office Air Force helicopters were seen flying dangerously low over the crowds at Galle Face, Colombo.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka’s Singer Finance rated 'BBB(lka)'; with a stable outlook: Fitch,3/8/2024,Business,Fitch Ratings has affirmed Singer Finance (Lanka) Plc's (SFL) National Long-Term Rating of 'BBB(lka)'. Outlook stable,Sri Lanka’s Singer Finance rated 'BBB(lka)'; with a stable outlook: Fitch Fitch Ratings has affirmed Singer Finance (Lanka) Plc's (SFL) National Long-Term Rating of 'BBB(lka)'. Outlook stable,positive,1
Sri Lanka eyes speedy debt resolution at IMF/WB Spring Meetings: State Finmin,4/14/2024,Economy,"Sri Lanka has made steady progress in debt restructuring, though it was not up to the expected speed ","Sri Lanka eyes speedy debt resolution at IMF/WB Spring Meetings: State Finmin Sri Lanka has made steady progress in debt restructuring, though it was not up to the expected speed ",positive,1
"Sri Lanka stocks open 0.11 percent higher, buying in JKH",6/17/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks open 0.11 percent higher on buying interest in John Keells Holdings, Commercial Bank of Ceylon and So...","Sri Lanka stocks open 0.11 percent higher, buying in JKH Sri Lanka's stocks open 0.11 percent higher on buying interest in John Keells Holdings, Commercial Bank of Ceylon and So...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks up 0.2-pct in thin trade,12/12/2022,Markets,Market awaits for more news on key catalysts ,Sri Lanka stocks up 0.2-pct in thin trade Market awaits for more news on key catalysts ,negative,-1
Sri Lanka Parliament instructs CBSL to come up with a plan to help entrepreneurs,3/3/2021,Economy,The Parliamentary Committee on Public Finance (CPF) has asked the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) to come up with an in...,Sri Lanka Parliament instructs CBSL to come up with a plan to help entrepreneurs The Parliamentary Committee on Public Finance (CPF) has asked the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) to come up with an in...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka confirms India has objected to power projects given to China on Northern islands,2/9/2021,Economy,Co-Cabinet Spokesman Keheliya Rambukwella confirmed that the Sri Lankan government has received complaints from the Indi...,Sri Lanka confirms India has objected to power projects given to China on Northern islands Co-Cabinet Spokesman Keheliya Rambukwella confirmed that the Sri Lankan government has received complaints from the Indi...,negative,-1
President’s retirement benefits will cost Rs. 360mn over 20 years - TISL,10/22/2019,Corruption,TISL has urged the Cabinet to immediately reconsider a decision to allow President Maithripala Sirisena to retain his of...,President’s retirement benefits will cost Rs. 360mn over 20 years - TISL TISL has urged the Cabinet to immediately reconsider a decision to allow President Maithripala Sirisena to retain his of...,positive,1
Sri Lanka missions in South Asia in touch with citizens: Foreign ministry,3/31/2020,Political News,"Sri Lanka missions in South Asia are setting up mechanisms to be in touch with citizens in the countries, until they can...","Sri Lanka missions in South Asia in touch with citizens: Foreign ministry Sri Lanka missions in South Asia are setting up mechanisms to be in touch with citizens in the countries, until they can...",positive,1
Sri Lanka bond yields mixed at close,2/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees,Sri Lanka bond yields mixed at close Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Asia Securities gets 'BBB-(lka)' from Fitch,8/11/2021,Business,"Fitch Ratings has given a 'BBB-(lka)' rating to Asia Securties, a stock broking company with a stable outlook.","Sri Lanka's Asia Securities gets 'BBB-(lka)' from Fitch Fitch Ratings has given a 'BBB-(lka)' rating to Asia Securties, a stock broking company with a stable outlook.",positive,1
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields flat",3/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker 182.00/15 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields remained unc...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields flat Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker 182.00/15 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields remained unc...",negative,-1
Consular access sought for detained SL immigrants in Turkey,4/16/2019,Uncategorized,Efforts are underway to provide consular access to any Sri Lankans verified to be among the 558 undocumented immigrants ...,Consular access sought for detained SL immigrants in Turkey Efforts are underway to provide consular access to any Sri Lankans verified to be among the 558 undocumented immigrants ...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka stock index sees record gain after select  shares go up,3/10/2022,Markets,"No fundamental reason for the gain as devaluation, rate hike are expected to hit the earnings - analyst","Sri Lanka stock index sees record gain after select  shares go up No fundamental reason for the gain as devaluation, rate hike are expected to hit the earnings - analyst",negative,-1
Laugfs Sri Lanka LPG tanker docks at China-run port in Hambantota,4/11/2020,Energy,"Gas Courage, a Sri Lanka registered liquefied petroleum gas tanker owned by Colombo-based by LAUGFS Maritime Services (P...","Laugfs Sri Lanka LPG tanker docks at China-run port in Hambantota Gas Courage, a Sri Lanka registered liquefied petroleum gas tanker owned by Colombo-based by LAUGFS Maritime Services (P...",negative,-1
"Power crisis has readied Sri Lanka for costly emergency; unsolicited plants, mafias win, say CEB Eng...",4/3/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's power crisis with daily blackouts has been brought to a stage where the public no longer cares at what price...,"Power crisis has readied Sri Lanka for costly emergency; unsolicited plants, mafias win, say CEB Eng... Sri Lanka's power crisis with daily blackouts has been brought to a stage where the public no longer cares at what price...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka may allow liquid nitrogen fertilizer for tea: Minister,10/12/2021,Agriculture,A committee has been formed to look into how liquid nitrogen could be provided to tea,Sri Lanka may allow liquid nitrogen fertilizer for tea: Minister A committee has been formed to look into how liquid nitrogen could be provided to tea,negative,-1
President attends the Bohra Conference,9/4/2019,Uncategorized,President Maithripala Sirisena attended the World Annual Bohra Conference today (04) which is currently underway at the ...,President attends the Bohra Conference President Maithripala Sirisena attended the World Annual Bohra Conference today (04) which is currently underway at the ...,positive,1
Malaysia relaxes travel restrictions on Sri Lanka and four other countries,9/24/2021,Health,"""Inbound travellers can enter to work in Malaysia as long as they follow all the conditions set,"" Berita Harian reported","Malaysia relaxes travel restrictions on Sri Lanka and four other countries ""Inbound travellers can enter to work in Malaysia as long as they follow all the conditions set,"" Berita Harian reported",positive,1
Strong winds and heavy rain to continue as ‘FANI’ intensifies,4/30/2019,Weather and Climate,Showers and winds will increase over the island over the following days as the severe cyclonic storm ‘FANI’ continue...,Strong winds and heavy rain to continue as ‘FANI’ intensifies Showers and winds will increase over the island over the following days as the severe cyclonic storm ‘FANI’ continue...,positive,1
Sri Lanka China-backed port to welcome second cruise ship,12/1/2022,Logistics,Mein Schiff 5 was the first cruise ship to call at Hambantota since the Coronavirus pandemic,Sri Lanka China-backed port to welcome second cruise ship Mein Schiff 5 was the first cruise ship to call at Hambantota since the Coronavirus pandemic,positive,1
Sri Lanka bond market quiet ahead of bond auction,1/30/2023,Bonds & Forex,The Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.14 rupees,Sri Lanka bond market quiet ahead of bond auction The Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 362.14 rupees,negative,-1
Sri Lanka raises US$2.0bn from sovereign bonds,6/25/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has raised 2.0 billion US dollars from 5 and 10 year sovereign bonds a report said in the second such sale in ...,Sri Lanka raises US$2.0bn from sovereign bonds Sri Lanka has raised 2.0 billion US dollars from 5 and 10 year sovereign bonds a report said in the second such sale in ...,negative,-1
"Ceylon Chamber of Commerce welcomes Sri Lanka's budget, calls for consultations",11/18/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has welcomed a budget for 2021 present by Prime Minister and its tax stability an...,"Ceylon Chamber of Commerce welcomes Sri Lanka's budget, calls for consultations Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has welcomed a budget for 2021 present by Prime Minister and its tax stability an...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady, gilt yields remained unchanged",11/5/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 184.40/45 to the US dollar on Thursday while yields were flat in dull market trade, dea...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady, gilt yields remained unchanged Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 184.40/45 to the US dollar on Thursday while yields were flat in dull market trade, dea...",negative,-1
Costa Cruises begins Indian Ocean fortnightly cruises to Sri Lanka,11/7/2019,Business,"Italy-based Costa Cruises has kicked of the first of a series of fortnightly cruises to Western India, Maldives and Colo...","Costa Cruises begins Indian Ocean fortnightly cruises to Sri Lanka Italy-based Costa Cruises has kicked of the first of a series of fortnightly cruises to Western India, Maldives and Colo...",positive,1
Sri Lanka's friendly nations abstained UNHRC voting - foreign minister,10/6/2022,Human Rights,Sri Lanka sees toughest UNHRC resolution after continuous failure to address human rights ,Sri Lanka's friendly nations abstained UNHRC voting - foreign minister Sri Lanka sees toughest UNHRC resolution after continuous failure to address human rights ,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's returning female migrant workers don't plan for long-term sustainability: study,11/9/2023,Economy,They rarely see the need for such reintegration as they do not understand the economic and labour market realities.,Sri Lanka's returning female migrant workers don't plan for long-term sustainability: study They rarely see the need for such reintegration as they do not understand the economic and labour market realities.,negative,-1
Sajith calls for National effort to save the country’s economy,9/30/2020,Banking,Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa is calling on all political parties to shed their differences and come togethe...,Sajith calls for National effort to save the country’s economy Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa is calling on all political parties to shed their differences and come togethe...,positive,1
Iran fires missiles at US troop bases in Iraq,1/8/2020,International news,"Iran fired missiles Wednesday at Iraqi bases housing the US military, officials in Washington and Tehran said, in the fi...","Iran fires missiles at US troop bases in Iraq Iran fired missiles Wednesday at Iraqi bases housing the US military, officials in Washington and Tehran said, in the fi...",negative,-1
Deported Nadeemal Perera and Prisons Officer arrive in Sri Lanka,3/27/2019,Uncategorized,Famous singer Amal Perera's son Nadeemal Perera and the Prisons Officer Lalith Kumara have arrived in Colombo and are be...,Deported Nadeemal Perera and Prisons Officer arrive in Sri Lanka Famous singer Amal Perera's son Nadeemal Perera and the Prisons Officer Lalith Kumara have arrived in Colombo and are be...,positive,1
"Facebook bans conspiracy theorists, controversial black activist",5/3/2019,International news,"San Francisco, United States | AFP | Facebook on Thursday banned prominent conspiracy theorists including Infowars found...","Facebook bans conspiracy theorists, controversial black activist San Francisco, United States | AFP | Facebook on Thursday banned prominent conspiracy theorists including Infowars found...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka tuk-tuk drivers refuse to reduce fares despite drop in petrol price,10/3/2022,Economy,"""We have obligations to meet for our families and five litres is not doing us any good. It’s simply not enough""","Sri Lanka tuk-tuk drivers refuse to reduce fares despite drop in petrol price ""We have obligations to meet for our families and five litres is not doing us any good. It’s simply not enough""",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka Litro officials say Rs.2,000 price hike needed to avoid losses",3/18/2022,Energy,"The cost of a 12.5 kg cylinder Litro gas is now estimated at 4,462.25 rupees - official","Sri Lanka Litro officials say Rs.2,000 price hike needed to avoid losses The cost of a 12.5 kg cylinder Litro gas is now estimated at 4,462.25 rupees - official",negative,-1
Day old chicks buried as Easter attacks slay Sri Lanka poultry farms,6/4/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's poultry industry has lost over 40 percent of demand following Easter Sunday attacks, with live bird prices c...","Day old chicks buried as Easter attacks slay Sri Lanka poultry farms Sri Lanka's poultry industry has lost over 40 percent of demand following Easter Sunday attacks, with live bird prices c...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar, bond yields down",8/25/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka’s rupee at 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar on Friday,"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar, bond yields down Sri Lanka’s rupee at 323.75/324.25 to the US dollar on Friday",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka may have to pay up to 4-pct interest, extra surcharges, on IMF loan: Minister",3/23/2023,Economy,"If Fund credit outstanding remains above 187.5 percent of quota for over 3 years, the surcharge rises to 3 percent.","Sri Lanka may have to pay up to 4-pct interest, extra surcharges, on IMF loan: Minister If Fund credit outstanding remains above 187.5 percent of quota for over 3 years, the surcharge rises to 3 percent.",negative,-1
Parliamentary Vote on Bill against Death Penalty soon,8/28/2019,Uncategorized,"UNP MP Bandula Lal Bandarigoda, who tabled a Private Member’s Bill to abolish death penalty said that a parliamentary ...","Parliamentary Vote on Bill against Death Penalty soon UNP MP Bandula Lal Bandarigoda, who tabled a Private Member’s Bill to abolish death penalty said that a parliamentary ...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka to recruit 2,500 teachers for English medium",4/10/2024,Education,English-medium teachers to get same salaries as state sector teachers even though they have higher private sector demand,"Sri Lanka to recruit 2,500 teachers for English medium English-medium teachers to get same salaries as state sector teachers even though they have higher private sector demand",negative,-1
Sri Lanka to ramp up COVID-19 tests using 20-minute rapid antigen test kit; GMOA concerned over dela...,11/6/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka will use an antigen test kit for expedited COVID-19 detection that will deliver results in 20 minutes, prior t...","Sri Lanka to ramp up COVID-19 tests using 20-minute rapid antigen test kit; GMOA concerned over dela... Sri Lanka will use an antigen test kit for expedited COVID-19 detection that will deliver results in 20 minutes, prior t...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka: PCR testing capacity at International Airport drops drastically,1/15/2021,Health,A shortage of automated extraction reagent kits cuts tests to 600 per day as arrivals are ramped up,Sri Lanka: PCR testing capacity at International Airport drops drastically A shortage of automated extraction reagent kits cuts tests to 600 per day as arrivals are ramped up,negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee quoted 193.00/196.00 levels in one-month forwards,1/15/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 193.00/196.00 levels to the US dollar in one-month forwards market on Friday while bon...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted 193.00/196.00 levels in one-month forwards Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted at 193.00/196.00 levels to the US dollar in one-month forwards market on Friday while bon...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks gain to two-month high on positive sentiments fueled by bank profits,2/24/2023,Markets,"""It may increase their confidence in the bank and further stabilize the market.""","Sri Lanka stocks gain to two-month high on positive sentiments fueled by bank profits ""It may increase their confidence in the bank and further stabilize the market.""",positive,1
"Sri Lanka shares fall on political, economic worries",5/4/2022,Markets,Apolitical protesters have been demanding nothing short of Rajapaksa's resignation,"Sri Lanka shares fall on political, economic worries Apolitical protesters have been demanding nothing short of Rajapaksa's resignation",negative,-1
Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka insurers after sovereign rating re-set,1/19/2023,Banking,Insurers are on rating watch negative at the new level,Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka insurers after sovereign rating re-set Insurers are on rating watch negative at the new level,negative,-1
Sri Lanka cuts policy rates 200bp,7/6/2023,Economy,Asks banks to lower lending rates,Sri Lanka cuts policy rates 200bp Asks banks to lower lending rates,negative,-1
Sri Lanka stock index gains over 1.6 pct in mid-day,6/24/2022,Markets,"Market has been mostly up throughout this week, but in thin trade.","Sri Lanka stock index gains over 1.6 pct in mid-day Market has been mostly up throughout this week, but in thin trade.",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rents falling on expat exit, Covid-19 but low rates help real estate buys",10/26/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's Coronavirus crises and an exit of expatriates have lowered rents but real estate is attractive medium to l...,"Sri Lanka rents falling on expat exit, Covid-19 but low rates help real estate buys Sri Lanka's Coronavirus crises and an exit of expatriates have lowered rents but real estate is attractive medium to l...",positive,1
Singapore Airlines increases Sri Lanka flights to 5 times a week,4/12/2021,Aviation,Singapore Airlines said it is increasing weekly flights to Sri Lanka's capital Colombo from the current three to five a ...,Singapore Airlines increases Sri Lanka flights to 5 times a week Singapore Airlines said it is increasing weekly flights to Sri Lanka's capital Colombo from the current three to five a ...,positive,1
Bar Association criticises Gnanasara Thero pardon,5/30/2019,Politics,Calling into question President Maithripala Sirisena's decision to pardon Bodu Bala Sena General Secretary Galagodaatte ...,Bar Association criticises Gnanasara Thero pardon Calling into question President Maithripala Sirisena's decision to pardon Bodu Bala Sena General Secretary Galagodaatte ...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka opposition fires warning against value recovery instrument for private creditors,11/16/2023,Economy,"If you link a macro-linked bond to it, that is a sweet deal that no one can even expect","Sri Lanka opposition fires warning against value recovery instrument for private creditors If you link a macro-linked bond to it, that is a sweet deal that no one can even expect",positive,1
Vaccinated returnees may no longer have to go into quarantine: Army chief,3/17/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka plans to amend quarantine regulations for returnees to the island, Army Commander Gen Shavendra Silva said.","Vaccinated returnees may no longer have to go into quarantine: Army chief Sri Lanka plans to amend quarantine regulations for returnees to the island, Army Commander Gen Shavendra Silva said.",positive,1
More girls in STEM-classes could bridge Sri Lanka gender digital divide,11/26/2019,ICT,Sri Lanka should make extra efforts to get more girls educated in STEM or science-based subjects to eliminate gender dis...,More girls in STEM-classes could bridge Sri Lanka gender digital divide Sri Lanka should make extra efforts to get more girls educated in STEM or science-based subjects to eliminate gender dis...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka misses 2019 budget deficit, forex reserve targets in IMF program",2/8/2020,Fiscal,Sri Lanka has missed the budget deficit and foreign reserves targets in a deal with the International Monetary Fund wher...,"Sri Lanka misses 2019 budget deficit, forex reserve targets in IMF program Sri Lanka has missed the budget deficit and foreign reserves targets in a deal with the International Monetary Fund wher...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge up on wait and see approach,3/20/2023,Markets,"ASPI edged up 0.67 percent or 64.34 points to 9,734.76","Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge up on wait and see approach ASPI edged up 0.67 percent or 64.34 points to 9,734.76",negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee appreciation drives Ceylon Tea prices down,3/12/2023,Agriculture,"Prices of all High, Medium and Low Growns saw a fall during the auction.","Sri Lanka rupee appreciation drives Ceylon Tea prices down Prices of all High, Medium and Low Growns saw a fall during the auction.",negative,-1
Two Sri Lanka banks fined for failing due diligence rules,7/20/2021,Legal,Rs 3mn in fines collected,Two Sri Lanka banks fined for failing due diligence rules Rs 3mn in fines collected,negative,-1
Sajith blames strikes on Mahinda,10/1/2019,PresPoll2020,Presidential hopeful Sajith Premadasa implied today that Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa may be behind ongoing trade ...,Sajith blames strikes on Mahinda Presidential hopeful Sajith Premadasa implied today that Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa may be behind ongoing trade ...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka taxes frozen mackerel at Rs6.00 a kilo, kurakkan Rs70",3/20/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka has issued a gazette notice taxing mackerel at 6.00 rupees a kilogram while taxing kurakkan at 70 rupee a kilo...,"Sri Lanka taxes frozen mackerel at Rs6.00 a kilo, kurakkan Rs70 Sri Lanka has issued a gazette notice taxing mackerel at 6.00 rupees a kilogram while taxing kurakkan at 70 rupee a kilo...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka to strengthen state finances, reduce money printing: Treasury secretary",4/18/2022,Economy,What we have to do is reduce the demands made for the central bank to buy Treasury bills,"Sri Lanka to strengthen state finances, reduce money printing: Treasury secretary What we have to do is reduce the demands made for the central bank to buy Treasury bills",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka sells 2027 bonds, 2025 bids rejected",2/27/2023,Uncategorized,None of the offered 15 billion rupees of 15 January 2025 bonds at 22.5 percent were sold.,"Sri Lanka sells 2027 bonds, 2025 bids rejected None of the offered 15 billion rupees of 15 January 2025 bonds at 22.5 percent were sold.",negative,-1
Tax cuts boost Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon profits in Dec,3/2/2020,Banking,"State-owned Bank of Ceylon (BoC), Sri Lanka's largest lender, posted 10.63 billion rupee profit for the December quarter...","Tax cuts boost Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon profits in Dec State-owned Bank of Ceylon (BoC), Sri Lanka's largest lender, posted 10.63 billion rupee profit for the December quarter...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger, bond yields fall",3/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed higher on Wednesday at 176.20/35 against the US dollar in the spot market, while bond yields fe...","Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger, bond yields fall Sri Lanka's rupee closed higher on Wednesday at 176.20/35 against the US dollar in the spot market, while bond yields fe...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka to import hatching eggs after parent flock collapses in 'supreme idiocy',1/11/2023,Agriculture,"The Ministry of Agriculture says the parent bird flock and dropped to 40,000","Sri Lanka to import hatching eggs after parent flock collapses in 'supreme idiocy' The Ministry of Agriculture says the parent bird flock and dropped to 40,000",negative,-1
President of crisis-hit Sri Lanka asks Russian leader Putin for fuel credit,7/6/2022,International Relations,Sri Lanka is desperate for fuel and has been requesting for help from many countries. ,President of crisis-hit Sri Lanka asks Russian leader Putin for fuel credit Sri Lanka is desperate for fuel and has been requesting for help from many countries. ,negative,-1
"Modi asks Mahinda to ""realize expectations of Tamils""",2/8/2020,International Relations,"India is exhorting Sri Lanka to ensure that the minorities in the country, particularly the rights of the Tamil people a...","Modi asks Mahinda to ""realize expectations of Tamils"" India is exhorting Sri Lanka to ensure that the minorities in the country, particularly the rights of the Tamil people a...",positive,1
Sri Lankan aircraft hit from behind,4/22/2021,Aviation,"Sri Lankan airlines said one of its aircraft parked at Malé airport in the Maldives had been hit from behind, damaging ...","Sri Lankan aircraft hit from behind Sri Lankan airlines said one of its aircraft parked at Malé airport in the Maldives had been hit from behind, damaging ...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka sells Rs60bn in bonds, 7-year bonds at 9.99-pct",3/12/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s debt office has sold a bond maturing on 01.10.2022 at 9.33 percent, a bond maturing on 15.09.2024 at 9.81 ...","Sri Lanka sells Rs60bn in bonds, 7-year bonds at 9.99-pct Sri Lanka’s debt office has sold a bond maturing on 01.10.2022 at 9.33 percent, a bond maturing on 15.09.2024 at 9.81 ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks close marginally higher,8/28/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.03 percent higher on Wednesday, with the market dominated by crossings or negotiated block tra...","Sri Lanka stocks close marginally higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.03 percent higher on Wednesday, with the market dominated by crossings or negotiated block tra...",negative,-1
Govt will help modernise carpentry - PM,6/11/2019,Economy,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says that the Government will provide maximum assistance to modernise and develop ca...,Govt will help modernise carpentry - PM Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says that the Government will provide maximum assistance to modernise and develop ca...,positive,1
US support if Sri Lanka 'asserts sovereignty against' China,12/27/2020,Political News,"US financial support will be contingent on Sri Lanka asserting its sovereignty ""against influence by the People’s Repu...","US support if Sri Lanka 'asserts sovereignty against' China US financial support will be contingent on Sri Lanka asserting its sovereignty ""against influence by the People’s Repu...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka central bank holds policy corridor, expects market rates to fall",1/25/2023,Economy,Inflation to trend down steeply,"Sri Lanka central bank holds policy corridor, expects market rates to fall Inflation to trend down steeply",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka launches online sales facility for gem, jewellery exporters",9/9/2022,Economy,The system was launched on September 08 in Galle. ,"Sri Lanka launches online sales facility for gem, jewellery exporters The system was launched on September 08 in Galle. ",positive,1
"Sri Lanka President, PM orders banks to halt recovery of loans up to Rs300mn",12/20/2019,Banking,Sri Lankas Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has ordered banks in the country to stop recovery of loans up to 300 million...,"Sri Lanka President, PM orders banks to halt recovery of loans up to Rs300mn Sri Lankas Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa has ordered banks in the country to stop recovery of loans up to 300 million...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka manufacturing expand amid falling prices, services surge: PMI",4/16/2024,Economy,Manufacturing and services sectors expanded in March ahead of a traditional New Year,"Sri Lanka manufacturing expand amid falling prices, services surge: PMI Manufacturing and services sectors expanded in March ahead of a traditional New Year",positive,1
Sri Lanka's Muslims to begin Ramadan fasting tomorrow,4/13/2021,Religion,Muslims in Sri Lanka will begin Ramadan fasting at dawn tomorrow (14) as the moon was not sighted over the island last n...,Sri Lanka's Muslims to begin Ramadan fasting tomorrow Muslims in Sri Lanka will begin Ramadan fasting at dawn tomorrow (14) as the moon was not sighted over the island last n...,positive,1
Sri Lanka bond yields remain steady,7/28/2021,Bonds & Forex,Rupee inactive,Sri Lanka bond yields remain steady Rupee inactive,negative,-1
MR doubles down on anti-privatisation even as party members bat for reforms,5/16/2024,Politics,"""We do not approve of this,"" he said.","MR doubles down on anti-privatisation even as party members bat for reforms ""We do not approve of this,"" he said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka inflation picks up in 2019 as liquidity shortages end,7/26/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's inflation in the 12-months to June 2019 fell to 3.8 percent from 5.0 percent in May, but the consumer price ...","Sri Lanka inflation picks up in 2019 as liquidity shortages end Sri Lanka's inflation in the 12-months to June 2019 fell to 3.8 percent from 5.0 percent in May, but the consumer price ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka inks deal to send workers to Israel,11/21/2023,Employment,Workers are required for agricultural activities in the warring state.,Sri Lanka inks deal to send workers to Israel Workers are required for agricultural activities in the warring state.,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka opposition, COPF to discuss DDO",6/26/2023,Economy,.,"Sri Lanka opposition, COPF to discuss DDO .",negative,-1
"Si Lanka halts coastal fishing over X-Press Pearl pollution hitting 5,600 boats",5/28/2021,Logistics,Sea polluted with debris and plastic granules,"Si Lanka halts coastal fishing over X-Press Pearl pollution hitting 5,600 boats Sea polluted with debris and plastic granules",negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 196.00/196.50 levels in the one-week forwards market,3/4/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 196.00/196.50 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Thursd...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted steady at 196.00/196.50 levels in the one-week forwards market Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted steady at 196.00/196.50 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Thursd...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations makes Rs79mn loss in Sept quarter,11/21/2018,Agriculture,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations, which operates the tea business spun off from Watawala Plantations, report...","Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations makes Rs79mn loss in Sept quarter ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's Hatton Plantations, which operates the tea business spun off from Watawala Plantations, report...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka receives 44 complaints of human trafficking this year: SLBFE,10/4/2023,Human Rights,The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment said its Counter Human Trafficking Unit had 44 complaints,Sri Lanka receives 44 complaints of human trafficking this year: SLBFE The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment said its Counter Human Trafficking Unit had 44 complaints,negative,-1
Sri Lanka gets US$337mn after IMF review,12/13/2023,Economy,A swift completion and signature of the Memoranda of Understanding with the official creditors is important,Sri Lanka gets US$337mn after IMF review A swift completion and signature of the Memoranda of Understanding with the official creditors is important,negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 307.65/75 to the US dollar,3/7/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bonds slightly higher ,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 307.65/75 to the US dollar Bonds slightly higher ,negative,-1
Sri Lanka trade of US$461mn threatened by Russia invasion of Ukraine,3/4/2022,Economy,Tourism is diversifed,Sri Lanka trade of US$461mn threatened by Russia invasion of Ukraine Tourism is diversifed,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka police denies firing expired teargas, claims it wouldn't work anyway",3/11/2023,Human Rights,Thalduwa further claimed that Sri Lanka Police uses teargas produced by internationally recognised companies.,"Sri Lanka police denies firing expired teargas, claims it wouldn't work anyway Thalduwa further claimed that Sri Lanka Police uses teargas produced by internationally recognised companies.",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka unloads fuel, crude after forex shortage delay.",9/16/2022,Energy,Sri Lanka still struggles to smoothen its fuel distribution due to forex shortage created by money printing,"Sri Lanka unloads fuel, crude after forex shortage delay. Sri Lanka still struggles to smoothen its fuel distribution due to forex shortage created by money printing",negative,-1
Sri Lanka looks to resume deal with IMF,1/1/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is looking to resume talks with the International Monetary Fund after a three year deal suspended as the centr...,Sri Lanka looks to resume deal with IMF Sri Lanka is looking to resume talks with the International Monetary Fund after a three year deal suspended as the centr...,negative,-1
Salvage experts reach Sri Lanka Burning Supertanker MT New Diamond- Navy,9/7/2020,Accident,A team of six experts is now at the location of the burning Supertanker MT New Diamond and are expected to conduct an as...,Salvage experts reach Sri Lanka Burning Supertanker MT New Diamond- Navy A team of six experts is now at the location of the burning Supertanker MT New Diamond and are expected to conduct an as...,negative,-1
"One dead, 24 injured in Sri Lanka fuel protest; curfew imposed",4/19/2022,Defence,Sri Lanka sees first death in anti-government protests ,"One dead, 24 injured in Sri Lanka fuel protest; curfew imposed Sri Lanka sees first death in anti-government protests ",negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee ends slightly firmer around 193/194 levels in spot market,2/3/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s closed slightly firmer around 193/194 levels in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields edged high...","Sri Lanka rupee ends slightly firmer around 193/194 levels in spot market Sri Lanka’s closed slightly firmer around 193/194 levels in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields edged high...",negative,-1
Top US security official meets Sri Lanka president amid concerns over rising China's influence,1/11/2023,Defence,Sri Lanka has been struggling to agree for debt restructuring with all its creditors including China,Top US security official meets Sri Lanka president amid concerns over rising China's influence Sri Lanka has been struggling to agree for debt restructuring with all its creditors including China,positive,1
Sri Lanka election commission announces April 25 as suitable new election date,3/7/2023,Politics,"The statement attributed the delay in the local government polls to ""unexpected and unavoidable circumstances"".","Sri Lanka election commission announces April 25 as suitable new election date The statement attributed the delay in the local government polls to ""unexpected and unavoidable circumstances"".",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka shares down, turnover remains high",11/9/2023,Markets,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Thursday, CSE data showed. However, turnover was high at 2.3 billion.","Sri Lanka shares down, turnover remains high The Colombo Stock Exchange closed down on Thursday, CSE data showed. However, turnover was high at 2.3 billion.",negative,-1
Human diet causing 'catastrophic' damage to planet: study,1/17/2019,International news,"Paris, France | AFP | The way humanity produces and eats food must radically change to avoid millions of deaths and ""cat...","Human diet causing 'catastrophic' damage to planet: study Paris, France | AFP | The way humanity produces and eats food must radically change to avoid millions of deaths and ""cat...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks slump extends to fifth day,10/3/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.36 percent lower on Thursday, continuing its fall for the fifth day, brokers said.","Sri Lanka stocks slump extends to fifth day Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.36 percent lower on Thursday, continuing its fall for the fifth day, brokers said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Sep net slightly down on NPLs,11/13/2018,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Despite improving interest margins, profits at Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Plc fell a marginal 0.8 percent fr...","Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Sep net slightly down on NPLs ECONOMYNEXT - Despite improving interest margins, profits at Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Plc fell a marginal 0.8 percent fr...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka crisis: President meets ADB officials on areas of cooperation,9/12/2022,Economy,Director General of the ADB's South Asian Department Kenichi Yokoyama was present at the discussion.,Sri Lanka crisis: President meets ADB officials on areas of cooperation Director General of the ADB's South Asian Department Kenichi Yokoyama was present at the discussion.,positive,1
"Provincial polls before the Presidential elections, Govt’s last trump – GL",8/19/2019,Uncategorized,The Government has done everything possible to stop holding provincial council elections for two years and it now goes t...,"Provincial polls before the Presidential elections, Govt’s last trump – GL The Government has done everything possible to stop holding provincial council elections for two years and it now goes t...",negative,-1
JMO indicted in Thajudeen alleged murder,8/27/2019,Uncategorized,The former Colombo Chief Judicial Medical Officer Professor Ananda Samarasekara was today 27 Aug indicted by the Attorne...,JMO indicted in Thajudeen alleged murder The former Colombo Chief Judicial Medical Officer Professor Ananda Samarasekara was today 27 Aug indicted by the Attorne...,negative,-1
Former Sri Lanka MP and murder convinct Duminda Silva out on presidential pardon,6/24/2021,Politics,"However, the prison spokesman previously claimed that Silva was not among prisoners released today (24)","Former Sri Lanka MP and murder convinct Duminda Silva out on presidential pardon However, the prison spokesman previously claimed that Silva was not among prisoners released today (24)",negative,-1
Coomaraswamy to quit as CBSL Governor,11/25/2019,Economy,Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Governor Dr. Indrajit Coomarawsamy has decided to call it quits in December for persona...,Coomaraswamy to quit as CBSL Governor Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Governor Dr. Indrajit Coomarawsamy has decided to call it quits in December for persona...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, capital goods drive turnover",4/30/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was at 3.8 billion. 1.2 of this came from the capital goods sector.,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, capital goods drive turnover Turnover was at 3.8 billion. 1.2 of this came from the capital goods sector.",negative,-1
16-year-old working in former Sri Lanka minister's residence dies of burn injuries,7/16/2021,Law and Order,"The teenager was a resident of Dayagama and had come to work as a maid at the former minister’s house , police said.","16-year-old working in former Sri Lanka minister's residence dies of burn injuries The teenager was a resident of Dayagama and had come to work as a maid at the former minister’s house , police said.",negative,-1
"Attack on Sri Lanka MP: Committee appointed, opposition threatens legal action",12/8/2021,Politics,"“I would like to inform the House that I have already taken steps to ensure the safety of all MPs,” he said.","Attack on Sri Lanka MP: Committee appointed, opposition threatens legal action “I would like to inform the House that I have already taken steps to ensure the safety of all MPs,” he said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 6-pct,4/12/2023,Agriculture,"The auction offered 1,394,310 coconuts and 1,005,534 nuts were sold.","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 6-pct The auction offered 1,394,310 coconuts and 1,005,534 nuts were sold.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's NDB Bank net up 31-pct in Sept 2020,11/14/2020,Banking,Profits at Sri Lanka’s NDB Banknet profits grew 31 percent to 1.5 billion rupees in the September 2020 quarter from a ...,Sri Lanka's NDB Bank net up 31-pct in Sept 2020 Profits at Sri Lanka’s NDB Banknet profits grew 31 percent to 1.5 billion rupees in the September 2020 quarter from a ...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka to give sweetners to expat workers as dollars lost to informal channels,11/10/2021,Economy,Incentive package to be announced,Sri Lanka to give sweetners to expat workers as dollars lost to informal channels Incentive package to be announced,negative,-1
Sajin Vass alleges death threats,11/6/2019,Law and Order,Former Member of Parliament Sajin Vass Gunewardena has lodged a complaint at Police headquarters against his former boss...,Sajin Vass alleges death threats Former Member of Parliament Sajin Vass Gunewardena has lodged a complaint at Police headquarters against his former boss...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka plans up to 65-pct tariff hike in January: Minister,12/27/2022,Energy,"""PUCSL has not given sufficient increase in an August decision."" ","Sri Lanka plans up to 65-pct tariff hike in January: Minister ""PUCSL has not given sufficient increase in an August decision."" ",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka shares nosedive to 8-month low on political, economic risks ",4/4/2022,Markets,Sri Lanka's entire cabinet resigned late on Sunday due to mounting pressure by the public protests,"Sri Lanka shares nosedive to 8-month low on political, economic risks  Sri Lanka's entire cabinet resigned late on Sunday due to mounting pressure by the public protests",negative,-1
Sri Lanka to delay second quarter GDP data to December amid Coronavirus,10/18/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's statistics office has said it would not release second quarter gross domestic product data until December 20...,Sri Lanka to delay second quarter GDP data to December amid Coronavirus Sri Lanka's statistics office has said it would not release second quarter gross domestic product data until December 20...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka opposition MPs fly off to Geneva to secure release of imprisoned colleague,3/1/2022,Human Rights,"“There is no place in Sri Lanka to appeal this,” he added.","Sri Lanka opposition MPs fly off to Geneva to secure release of imprisoned colleague “There is no place in Sri Lanka to appeal this,” he added.",negative,-1
Political victimization commission releasing criminals – Vijitha Herath,1/27/2021,Corruption,National Peoples’ Power (NPP) is accusing the Presidential Commission of Inquiry into political victimization (PCOI) o...,Political victimization commission releasing criminals – Vijitha Herath National Peoples’ Power (NPP) is accusing the Presidential Commission of Inquiry into political victimization (PCOI) o...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka aluminium firm expects 40-pct market drop on Covid hit,6/1/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's market for aluminium extrusions is expected to drop 40 percent due to the hit on the property  sector from C...,Sri Lanka aluminium firm expects 40-pct market drop on Covid hit Sri Lanka's market for aluminium extrusions is expected to drop 40 percent due to the hit on the property  sector from C...,negative,-1
WHO labels coronavirus a 'pandemic' as Europe scrambles to contain it,3/12/2020,Environment,"The World Health Organization called the new coronavirus outbreak a pandemic on Wednesday, issuing a grim warning that t...","WHO labels coronavirus a 'pandemic' as Europe scrambles to contain it The World Health Organization called the new coronavirus outbreak a pandemic on Wednesday, issuing a grim warning that t...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee parallel markets diverge, bonds flat",7/13/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bonds flat,"Sri Lanka rupee parallel markets diverge, bonds flat Bonds flat",negative,-1
Sri Lanka bond yields flat at open,12/13/2022,Bonds & Forex,Debt office is offering 160 billion rupees to be sold in a bond auction on December 13.,Sri Lanka bond yields flat at open Debt office is offering 160 billion rupees to be sold in a bond auction on December 13.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka Chambers team up with IFC to promote women staffers work-life balance,7/16/2021,Lifestyle,IFC is conducting this program jointly with FCCISL,Sri Lanka Chambers team up with IFC to promote women staffers work-life balance IFC is conducting this program jointly with FCCISL,positive,1
Sri Lanka regulator withdraws approval for emergency use of Sinopharma,3/22/2021,Health,The Sri Lanka National Medicine Regulatory Authority (NMRA) has withdrawn the approval it had previously given for the e...,Sri Lanka regulator withdraws approval for emergency use of Sinopharma The Sri Lanka National Medicine Regulatory Authority (NMRA) has withdrawn the approval it had previously given for the e...,negative,-1
Sajith meets President; SLFP decision by Friday,10/2/2019,Politics,A meeting was held last night (1 Oct) between the UNP presidential candidate Sajith Premadasa and President Maithripala ...,Sajith meets President; SLFP decision by Friday A meeting was held last night (1 Oct) between the UNP presidential candidate Sajith Premadasa and President Maithripala ...,positive,1
Eran says if MCC money was given to government Auditor General can easily trace it,6/29/2020,Economy,Samagi Jana Balavegaya National List candidate Eran Wickramaratne is saying that if any part of the MCC grant money was ...,Eran says if MCC money was given to government Auditor General can easily trace it Samagi Jana Balavegaya National List candidate Eran Wickramaratne is saying that if any part of the MCC grant money was ...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka Freedom Party crisis: Dayasiri wants back in to prevent crossovers,1/3/2024,Politics,"""He left the SLFP because he felt he had no future in it. It started with Shan Wijelal.""","Sri Lanka Freedom Party crisis: Dayasiri wants back in to prevent crossovers ""He left the SLFP because he felt he had no future in it. It started with Shan Wijelal.""",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka's private bus owners go to UNHRC, EU over unpaid arson compensation",8/25/2022,Crime,"""Nearly 50 buses were burnt down. We informed the the police chief several times.""","Sri Lanka's private bus owners go to UNHRC, EU over unpaid arson compensation ""Nearly 50 buses were burnt down. We informed the the police chief several times.""",negative,-1
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices drop 12-pct from peak,7/15/2020,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka's average  coconut prices fell 5.67 percent to 48,743 rupees for a 1000 nuts at an auction at the second aucti...","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices drop 12-pct from peak Sri Lanka's average  coconut prices fell 5.67 percent to 48,743 rupees for a 1000 nuts at an auction at the second aucti...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka President orders inquiry over SriLankan Airbus deal after UK bribery revelations,2/2/2020,Legal,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered a probe into a controversial deal to purchase over a dozen Airbus a...,Sri Lanka President orders inquiry over SriLankan Airbus deal after UK bribery revelations Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has ordered a probe into a controversial deal to purchase over a dozen Airbus a...,negative,-1
Seriously injured Japura fresher student files FR Petition,8/31/2020,Education,A student of the Shri Jayewardenepura University who was seriously injured in a recent ragging incident is asking the Su...,Seriously injured Japura fresher student files FR Petition A student of the Shri Jayewardenepura University who was seriously injured in a recent ragging incident is asking the Su...,negative,-1
Speculation rises over next Central Bank Governor,12/2/2019,Economy,"With Central Bank Governor Indrajit Coomaraswamy due to step down on 20 December, speculation is rife over his replaceme...","Speculation rises over next Central Bank Governor With Central Bank Governor Indrajit Coomaraswamy due to step down on 20 December, speculation is rife over his replaceme...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka plans bootha price controls,3/7/2024,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's combined harvesters for rice is next in line for price controls,Sri Lanka plans bootha price controls Sri Lanka's combined harvesters for rice is next in line for price controls,negative,-1
PAFFREL to monitor social media for election violations,10/16/2019,PresPoll2020,Executive Director of People’s Action for Free and Fair Election (PAFFREL) Rohana Hettiarachchi said that they have se...,PAFFREL to monitor social media for election violations Executive Director of People’s Action for Free and Fair Election (PAFFREL) Rohana Hettiarachchi said that they have se...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka announces up to 2.5 hour power cuts from June 24-26,6/24/2022,Energy,Power cuts continue amid the country struggles to import fuel to meet its energy demand,Sri Lanka announces up to 2.5 hour power cuts from June 24-26 Power cuts continue amid the country struggles to import fuel to meet its energy demand,negative,-1
"US, China resume trade talks with a chill in the air",1/31/2019,International news,"Top US and Chinese trade officials returned to the bargaining table Wednesday, working to avoid a sharp escalation in th...","US, China resume trade talks with a chill in the air Top US and Chinese trade officials returned to the bargaining table Wednesday, working to avoid a sharp escalation in th...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee ends marginally firmer, gilt yields flat",7/20/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer at 185.70/80 to US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields remained unchanged,...","Sri Lanka rupee ends marginally firmer, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer at 185.70/80 to US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields remained unchanged,...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka to import 32,000 vials of Denosumab jab for cancer treatment",6/1/2021,Health,"Some 32,000 vials of 100mg/4ml of Denosumab are to be purchased at a cost of Rs 220.8 million","Sri Lanka to import 32,000 vials of Denosumab jab for cancer treatment Some 32,000 vials of 100mg/4ml of Denosumab are to be purchased at a cost of Rs 220.8 million",negative,-1
"Affordability, need limit Sri Lanka smart phone ownership",5/24/2019,ICT,"ECONOMYNEXT- Most Sri Lankans do not own a mobile phone because they either cannot afford one or don’t need it, a...","Affordability, need limit Sri Lanka smart phone ownership ECONOMYNEXT- Most Sri Lankans do not own a mobile phone because they either cannot afford one or don’t need it, a...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka Education Ministry asks schools to keep children out of sun,2/28/2024,weather,"Extreme hot weather may rise tomorrow and next day, avoid keeping school students outdoors in high temperatures","Sri Lanka Education Ministry asks schools to keep children out of sun Extreme hot weather may rise tomorrow and next day, avoid keeping school students outdoors in high temperatures",negative,-1
Sri Lanka PM Wickremesinghe's private residence set on fire,7/9/2022,Crime,"Protestors had gathered outside Wickremesinghe's residence on 5th Lane, Colombo, demanding his resignation.","Sri Lanka PM Wickremesinghe's private residence set on fire Protestors had gathered outside Wickremesinghe's residence on 5th Lane, Colombo, demanding his resignation.",negative,-1
SriLankan Airlines to increase flights to Tokyo to five a week,3/27/2019,Aviation,ECONOMYNEXT - SriLankan Airlines is increasing its number of flights to Tokyo’s Narita International Airport to f...,SriLankan Airlines to increase flights to Tokyo to five a week ECONOMYNEXT - SriLankan Airlines is increasing its number of flights to Tokyo’s Narita International Airport to f...,positive,1
Sri Lanka debt office raises 110.4 bn via bond auction,3/13/2023,Bonds & Forex,All 110 billion rupees of 01 May 2027 bonds were sold at 28.11 percent.,Sri Lanka debt office raises 110.4 bn via bond auction All 110 billion rupees of 01 May 2027 bonds were sold at 28.11 percent.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka cancels license of Swarnamahal Financial Services,12/28/2022,Business,The license was cancelled on December 28.,Sri Lanka cancels license of Swarnamahal Financial Services The license was cancelled on December 28.,negative,-1
High emigration rate of Sri Lanka medical professionals: President,3/23/2024,Health,Wickremesinghe noted that approximately 30 to 40 out of every 100 doctors or nurses trained in the country opt to leave,High emigration rate of Sri Lanka medical professionals: President Wickremesinghe noted that approximately 30 to 40 out of every 100 doctors or nurses trained in the country opt to leave,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka without ministers, ministries without secretaries",5/10/2022,Economy,The destruction of Sri Lanka's public service began with temporary secretaries ,"Sri Lanka without ministers, ministries without secretaries The destruction of Sri Lanka's public service began with temporary secretaries ",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka to get digital transit card for bus, rail transport",1/3/2019,Ground,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s central bank is working to help introduce a digital transit card to be used in b...,"Sri Lanka to get digital transit card for bus, rail transport ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s central bank is working to help introduce a digital transit card to be used in b...",positive,1
Sri Lanka coal plant may shut in May unless two ships unloaded: sources,4/16/2022,Economy,"If the coal ships leave if no payment made next week, coal plant may shut in May","Sri Lanka coal plant may shut in May unless two ships unloaded: sources If the coal ships leave if no payment made next week, coal plant may shut in May",negative,-1
Young Journalists renew appeal to safeguard poet Ahnaf Jazeem,3/31/2021,Democracy,The Young Journalists Association (YJA) is renewing its appeal to the authorities to intervene in the case of young Poet...,Young Journalists renew appeal to safeguard poet Ahnaf Jazeem The Young Journalists Association (YJA) is renewing its appeal to the authorities to intervene in the case of young Poet...,positive,1
"Sri Lanka lifts para-tariff on PPE to military, state hospitals, medical items for Covid-19",5/27/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has lifted a para-tariff on personal protective equipment supplied to the military and state hospitals by expo...,"Sri Lanka lifts para-tariff on PPE to military, state hospitals, medical items for Covid-19 Sri Lanka has lifted a para-tariff on personal protective equipment supplied to the military and state hospitals by expo...",positive,1
Sri Lanka rupee weakens at 301.00/302.05 to the US dollar,4/17/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee weakens at 301.00/302.05 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady.,negative,-1
Private educational institutes to be regulated,5/10/2019,Education,The National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) has asked the Government to implement a programme to regulate all private...,Private educational institutes to be regulated The National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) has asked the Government to implement a programme to regulate all private...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka opposition MP Harsha de Silva lambasts govt over central bank chief's absence,3/24/2022,Economy,"“The finance minister doesn’t show up. He doesn’t answer questions. He hasn’t come in three months,” the MP sa...","Sri Lanka opposition MP Harsha de Silva lambasts govt over central bank chief's absence “The finance minister doesn’t show up. He doesn’t answer questions. He hasn’t come in three months,” the MP sa...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka fails to sell 60-pct of Treasuries, short term yields up",2/24/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has failed to sell 60 percent of offered Treasury bills at an auction though short term yields rose marginally...,"Sri Lanka fails to sell 60-pct of Treasuries, short term yields up Sri Lanka has failed to sell 60 percent of offered Treasury bills at an auction though short term yields rose marginally...",negative,-1
Budget passes easily as SLFP abstains,4/5/2019,Politics,The government’s budget was passed in Parliament by a majority of 45 votes with many Opposition Member of Parliament a...,Budget passes easily as SLFP abstains The government’s budget was passed in Parliament by a majority of 45 votes with many Opposition Member of Parliament a...,positive,1
"Sri Lanka extends landing and parking fee waivers at Mattala, Ratmalana airports",2/16/2021,Aviation, Sri Lanka has extended a waiver of parking and landing fees for charter operators at two airports in the country until ...,"Sri Lanka extends landing and parking fee waivers at Mattala, Ratmalana airports  Sri Lanka has extended a waiver of parking and landing fees for charter operators at two airports in the country until ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka opposition accuses govt of rushing Port City bill debate,5/3/2021,Politics,"""This is a bill that will decide Sri Lanka’s sovereignty,"" the MP said.","Sri Lanka opposition accuses govt of rushing Port City bill debate ""This is a bill that will decide Sri Lanka’s sovereignty,"" the MP said.",negative,-1
FAA sets multi-nation review of Boeing's troubled Max planes,4/21/2019,International news,The US Federal Aviation Administration is planning what it calls a comprehensive multi-nation review of the control syst...,FAA sets multi-nation review of Boeing's troubled Max planes The US Federal Aviation Administration is planning what it calls a comprehensive multi-nation review of the control syst...,positive,1
"Vietnam promises US it will not devalue, but dreaded Sri Lanka style 'monetary modernization' looms",7/23/2021,Economy,Governor Thi Hong insists monetary policy of strong Dong is for stability not for Mercantilism,"Vietnam promises US it will not devalue, but dreaded Sri Lanka style 'monetary modernization' looms Governor Thi Hong insists monetary policy of strong Dong is for stability not for Mercantilism",negative,-1
Sri Lanka export revenue falls in October as global recession bites,12/6/2022,Trade,Sri Lanka has been focusing on boosting exports to come out of economic crisis,Sri Lanka export revenue falls in October as global recession bites Sri Lanka has been focusing on boosting exports to come out of economic crisis,negative,-1
Sri Lanka adds 446ha reclaimed by China to Colombo city area,7/23/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's Minister for Local Government Vajira Abeywardene tabled a motion in parliament to add 446 hectares of land r...,Sri Lanka adds 446ha reclaimed by China to Colombo city area Sri Lanka's Minister for Local Government Vajira Abeywardene tabled a motion in parliament to add 446 hectares of land r...,negative,-1
Decathlon closes Sri Lanka store after import ban,9/10/2022,Business,Due to the ongoing situation in the country it has become impossible for us to resupply our product ranges,Decathlon closes Sri Lanka store after import ban Due to the ongoing situation in the country it has become impossible for us to resupply our product ranges,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka hikes petrol to Rs177, diesel Rs121 a litre",12/21/2021,Energy,Super diesel was raised by 15 rupees a litre to 159 rupees,"Sri Lanka hikes petrol to Rs177, diesel Rs121 a litre Super diesel was raised by 15 rupees a litre to 159 rupees",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka to set up new dedicated power regulator, CEB split: Minister",12/8/2022,Energy,A new electricity act will be enacted,"Sri Lanka to set up new dedicated power regulator, CEB split: Minister A new electricity act will be enacted",negative,-1
Sri Lanka opposition move to express parliament's dissatisfaction with president defeated,5/17/2022,Politics,Among those who voted against the motion was Sri Lanka's newly elected Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe.,Sri Lanka opposition move to express parliament's dissatisfaction with president defeated Among those who voted against the motion was Sri Lanka's newly elected Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka’s fuel distributors owe more penalties than demurrages: Minister,2/9/2024,Energy,Sri Lanka had to pay large amount of demurrage in 2022 when it could not make fuel shipments timely,Sri Lanka’s fuel distributors owe more penalties than demurrages: Minister Sri Lanka had to pay large amount of demurrage in 2022 when it could not make fuel shipments timely,negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks close at over 2-wk high on political stability hopes,5/23/2022,Markets,Investor concerns over economic recovery still remains ,Sri Lanka stocks close at over 2-wk high on political stability hopes Investor concerns over economic recovery still remains ,negative,-1
Sri Lanka teachers promise more protests on World Teachers' Day if salary crisis not resolved,10/5/2021,Education,The cabinet has announced a decision to declare both teachers and principal's services as closed services.,Sri Lanka teachers promise more protests on World Teachers' Day if salary crisis not resolved The cabinet has announced a decision to declare both teachers and principal's services as closed services.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka to sign deal with India in Jan to develop Trinco oil tank farms: report,12/27/2021,International Relations,"""We are now very close to finalising the terms of the Trincomalee project with India.""","Sri Lanka to sign deal with India in Jan to develop Trinco oil tank farms: report ""We are now very close to finalising the terms of the Trincomalee project with India.""",negative,-1
Sri Lanka opposition plans legal action against any election delay,12/12/2022,Politics,"""Since recent history the politicians are making various excuses to postpone the elections,"" Wickramaratne said","Sri Lanka opposition plans legal action against any election delay ""Since recent history the politicians are making various excuses to postpone the elections,"" Wickramaratne said",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's EPF members to receive SMS alerts,2/13/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka will set up a mechanism to update Employees' Provident Fund members of their monthly transactions via SMS, the...","Sri Lanka's EPF members to receive SMS alerts Sri Lanka will set up a mechanism to update Employees' Provident Fund members of their monthly transactions via SMS, the...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka appoints ministerial committee for import substitution, export investment",9/3/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed a high powered ministerial committee to promote investments for i...,"Sri Lanka appoints ministerial committee for import substitution, export investment Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed a high powered ministerial committee to promote investments for i...",positive,1
Sri Lanka's first COVID-19 patient discharged from hospital,3/23/2020,Health,"The first Sri Lankan to test positive for COVID-19 has been discharged from hospital following a full recovery, sources ...","Sri Lanka's first COVID-19 patient discharged from hospital The first Sri Lankan to test positive for COVID-19 has been discharged from hospital following a full recovery, sources ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka Speaker dismisses role of foreign forces in 2022 protests-led regime change,4/3/2024,Politics,Ruling SLPP politicians believe the 2022 protests-led regime change was a foreign-backed democratic coup   ,Sri Lanka Speaker dismisses role of foreign forces in 2022 protests-led regime change Ruling SLPP politicians believe the 2022 protests-led regime change was a foreign-backed democratic coup   ,negative,-1
Sri Lanka trade unions call off continuous strike,5/11/2022,Politics,"""Taking the law into the hands of the people is by no means a guarantee of a victory of the people's struggle.""","Sri Lanka trade unions call off continuous strike ""Taking the law into the hands of the people is by no means a guarantee of a victory of the people's struggle.""",negative,-1
Sri Lanka in talks with India to re-structure and expand trade credits,5/28/2022,Economy,Possibility of increasing and restructuring the assistance provided by India in the form of credits,Sri Lanka in talks with India to re-structure and expand trade credits Possibility of increasing and restructuring the assistance provided by India in the form of credits,positive,1
Sri Lanka stocks open firmer,1/21/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka stocks were up 0.12 percent in early trading Monday on buying interest in LB Finance, Nations Tr...","Sri Lanka stocks open firmer ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka stocks were up 0.12 percent in early trading Monday on buying interest in LB Finance, Nations Tr...",negative,-1
China EV maker BYD ties up with JKH of Sri Lanka,11/22/2023,Autos,"BYD makes cars, buses, trucks, battery storage and electric charging systems","China EV maker BYD ties up with JKH of Sri Lanka BYD makes cars, buses, trucks, battery storage and electric charging systems",positive,1
Sri Lanka on track to connect 377MW of solar power by 2020,4/1/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka has so far built 177 MegaWatts of rooftop solar and a further 300MW of larger plants are under development or ...,Sri Lanka on track to connect 377MW of solar power by 2020 Sri Lanka has so far built 177 MegaWatts of rooftop solar and a further 300MW of larger plants are under development or ...,positive,1
"Sri Lanka central bank asks govt to delay capex, raise taxes, sell assets to slow forex crisis",3/4/2022,Economy,After raising policy rates 100bp,"Sri Lanka central bank asks govt to delay capex, raise taxes, sell assets to slow forex crisis After raising policy rates 100bp",negative,-1
Private credit in Sri Lanka turns negative after four years in Jan 2019,4/1/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's credit to private borrowers from commercial banks turned negative in January 2019 for the first time since 2...,Private credit in Sri Lanka turns negative after four years in Jan 2019 Sri Lanka's credit to private borrowers from commercial banks turned negative in January 2019 for the first time since 2...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka regrets EU resolution, rejects claims of arbitrary arrests: Foreign Ministry",6/15/2021,Human Rights,"""The Government of Sri Lanka (GoSL) is revisiting provisions in the PTA as has already been communicated to the EU.""","Sri Lanka regrets EU resolution, rejects claims of arbitrary arrests: Foreign Ministry ""The Government of Sri Lanka (GoSL) is revisiting provisions in the PTA as has already been communicated to the EU.""",negative,-1
Sri Lanka health officials warn of possible spike in COVID-19 cases,11/5/2021,Health,"Numbers are also increasing in the North Western and Southern provinces, he said.","Sri Lanka health officials warn of possible spike in COVID-19 cases Numbers are also increasing in the North Western and Southern provinces, he said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka considering local lockdown in Matara following Russian COVID-19 case,9/24/2020,Health,A local lockdown is to be imposed in the Matara town area following reports that a Russian COVID-19 patient had visited ...,Sri Lanka considering local lockdown in Matara following Russian COVID-19 case A local lockdown is to be imposed in the Matara town area following reports that a Russian COVID-19 patient had visited ...,negative,-1
US Federal Reserve hikes rates to 25bp to 5.25/5.50-pct,7/27/2023,Economy,Hike comes amid concerns that the broad money is contracting or stagnating,US Federal Reserve hikes rates to 25bp to 5.25/5.50-pct Hike comes amid concerns that the broad money is contracting or stagnating,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's state-run Litro says cooking gas supply secured for remainder of 2022,10/7/2022,Consumer Affairs,"Prior to the crisis, the official said, Litro imported around 33,000 MT per month.","Sri Lanka's state-run Litro says cooking gas supply secured for remainder of 2022 Prior to the crisis, the official said, Litro imported around 33,000 MT per month.",negative,-1
Killing of suspects in police custody: Sri Lanka Bar Association calls for investigation,5/13/2021,Crime,"Such deaths will tarnish Sri Lanka’s image, the BASL said.","Killing of suspects in police custody: Sri Lanka Bar Association calls for investigation Such deaths will tarnish Sri Lanka’s image, the BASL said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka parliament to meet in showdown between rival PMs,11/14/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's parliament will meet under tight security Wednesday, after the top court ruled its dissolution illegal and o...","Sri Lanka parliament to meet in showdown between rival PMs Sri Lanka's parliament will meet under tight security Wednesday, after the top court ruled its dissolution illegal and o...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka minister apologizes for forced cremation of Muslims,4/4/2024,Human Rights,"""The decision to forcefully cremate those who succumbed to COVID-19 was not based on any science."" ","Sri Lanka minister apologizes for forced cremation of Muslims ""The decision to forcefully cremate those who succumbed to COVID-19 was not based on any science."" ",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's China-run port stocked up to oil Coronavirus hit Indian Ocean shipping,4/8/2020,Logistics,"Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port, run by China's CM Ports group with Chinese oil group Sinopec, has stocked up bunker oil to ...","Sri Lanka's China-run port stocked up to oil Coronavirus hit Indian Ocean shipping Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port, run by China's CM Ports group with Chinese oil group Sinopec, has stocked up bunker oil to ...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee opens firm, bond yields steady",6/19/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 176.78/88 percent against the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond ...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens firm, bond yields steady Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 176.78/88 percent against the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while bond ...",positive,1
"With 246 new cases, Brandix cluster now at 567: officials",10/6/2020,Health,"The number of COVID-19 positive cases detected at the Brandix plant at Minuwangoda has risen to 739, with 418 new patien...","With 246 new cases, Brandix cluster now at 567: officials The number of COVID-19 positive cases detected at the Brandix plant at Minuwangoda has risen to 739, with 418 new patien...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka political crisis could have a lasting negative impact: Moody's,11/15/2018,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government could reduce risks associated with repaying forein loans by going for...,Sri Lanka political crisis could have a lasting negative impact: Moody's ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s government could reduce risks associated with repaying forein loans by going for...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Haycarb March net up on forex gains,6/4/2022,Business,Net finance Income up 977 percent,Sri Lanka's Haycarb March net up on forex gains Net finance Income up 977 percent,negative,-1
Sri Lanka Tourism Alliance boosts innovative SMEs,8/19/2020,Business,Sri Lanka Tourism Alliance said it had started a program to help transform the offering of the small and medium sector b...,Sri Lanka Tourism Alliance boosts innovative SMEs Sri Lanka Tourism Alliance said it had started a program to help transform the offering of the small and medium sector b...,positive,1
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.20-pct higher ahead of holiday season,4/12/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.20 percent higher on Friday with buying interest in John Keells Holdings.,Sri Lanka stocks close 0.20-pct higher ahead of holiday season ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.20 percent higher on Friday with buying interest in John Keells Holdings.,negative,-1
SriLankan Airlines hires expat as Chief Commercial Officer,5/7/2019,Aviation,"ECONOMYNEXT - SriLankan Airlines has appointed Joshua Bustos, an expatriate with experience in other airlines, as its Ch...","SriLankan Airlines hires expat as Chief Commercial Officer ECONOMYNEXT - SriLankan Airlines has appointed Joshua Bustos, an expatriate with experience in other airlines, as its Ch...",positive,1
Sri Lanka to take action against discriminatory tourist hotels -- again,1/19/2022,Tourism,This is not the first time the state has intervened in the matter.,Sri Lanka to take action against discriminatory tourist hotels -- again This is not the first time the state has intervened in the matter.,negative,-1
Proposed Sri Lanka broadcast authority: opposition mulling legal action,6/5/2023,Free Speech,"“If we allow this bill to be enacted, it will be the death of media freedom,” he said.","Proposed Sri Lanka broadcast authority: opposition mulling legal action “If we allow this bill to be enacted, it will be the death of media freedom,” he said.",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka eyes 250,000MT maize production for Thriposha, other animal feed",2/2/2021,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka will lease 2,750 acres of underutilised land to potential investors for a period of one year to produce 250,00...","Sri Lanka eyes 250,000MT maize production for Thriposha, other animal feed Sri Lanka will lease 2,750 acres of underutilised land to potential investors for a period of one year to produce 250,00...",negative,-1
The Importance of being Mahinda,11/24/2020,Op-ed/Special Reports,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa's charisma and political capital needs to be used wisely by the government to deal with...,The Importance of being Mahinda Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa's charisma and political capital needs to be used wisely by the government to deal with...,negative,-1
Boeing upgrades software on crisis-hit 737 MAX after deadly crash,3/16/2019,International news,"Boeing is upgrading the stall prevention software on its 737 MAX, industry sources said Friday, as French investigators ...","Boeing upgrades software on crisis-hit 737 MAX after deadly crash Boeing is upgrading the stall prevention software on its 737 MAX, industry sources said Friday, as French investigators ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322.50/323.00 to the US dollar,1/4/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 322.50/323.00 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields stable.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 322.50/323.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 322.50/323.00 to the US dollar on Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields stable.",positive,1
Sri Lanka considers medical cannabis export amid worst ever forex crisis,11/30/2021,Economy,The MP said the government plans to seek parliamentary approval in the next three months.,Sri Lanka considers medical cannabis export amid worst ever forex crisis The MP said the government plans to seek parliamentary approval in the next three months.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Fairway waste energy firm gets power purchase deal,6/3/2019,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Fairway Waste Management Pvt Ltd has resumed work on a project to generate power...,Sri Lanka's Fairway waste energy firm gets power purchase deal ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Fairway Waste Management Pvt Ltd has resumed work on a project to generate power...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka PE investor marks up Findmyfare’s valuation after funding round,5/17/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT – Guardian Capital Partners, part of Sri Lanka’s Carson Cumberbatch group, has marked up the v...","Sri Lanka PE investor marks up Findmyfare’s valuation after funding round ECONOMYNEXT – Guardian Capital Partners, part of Sri Lanka’s Carson Cumberbatch group, has marked up the v...",negative,-1
India's Ircon wins US$91mn deal to modernise northern Sri Lanka rail line,4/3/2019,Ground,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's government has awarded India’s Ircon International Ltd. a contract for 91.3 million US ...,India's Ircon wins US$91mn deal to modernise northern Sri Lanka rail line ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's government has awarded India’s Ircon International Ltd. a contract for 91.3 million US ...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka health worker unions on strike over series of demands amid COVID-19,7/5/2021,Health,"The demands include staff status reinstatement, promotions and allowances.","Sri Lanka health worker unions on strike over series of demands amid COVID-19 The demands include staff status reinstatement, promotions and allowances.",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka asks 11,000 tourists and expats to register at online support centre",5/5/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka Tourism has asked an estimated 11,389 tourists and expatriates in the country to register at an online support...","Sri Lanka asks 11,000 tourists and expats to register at online support centre Sri Lanka Tourism has asked an estimated 11,389 tourists and expatriates in the country to register at an online support...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon to divest subsidiary BOC Travels,5/21/2024,Banking,BoC to divest 100 percent of its shareholding in its subsidiary B O C Travels (Private) Limited ,Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon to divest subsidiary BOC Travels BoC to divest 100 percent of its shareholding in its subsidiary B O C Travels (Private) Limited ,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka sells Rs61bn in Treasuries, 3-month yield down 22bp",11/24/2021,Bonds & Forex,All maturing bills rolled over,"Sri Lanka sells Rs61bn in Treasuries, 3-month yield down 22bp All maturing bills rolled over",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka ex-Speaker writes to President, appeals for curfew mitigation, de-stigmatization",4/11/2020,Political News,Sri Lanka's ex-Speaker Karu Jayasuriya has written to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa asking for action to stop the stigmat...,"Sri Lanka ex-Speaker writes to President, appeals for curfew mitigation, de-stigmatization Sri Lanka's ex-Speaker Karu Jayasuriya has written to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa asking for action to stop the stigmat...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker in forwards, stocks up 0.27-pct",4/30/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 176.60/80 rupees against the US dollar in seven-day forwards Tuesday ...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker in forwards, stocks up 0.27-pct ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee opened weaker at 176.60/80 rupees against the US dollar in seven-day forwards Tuesday ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka poultry producers agree to reduce price after President's import move,8/2/2023,Agriculture,Chicken price has soared in the last quarter despite rupee appreciation ,Sri Lanka poultry producers agree to reduce price after President's import move Chicken price has soared in the last quarter despite rupee appreciation ,negative,-1
Sri Lanka President acting as Finance Minister,5/24/2022,Politics,.,Sri Lanka President acting as Finance Minister .,positive,1
"Sri Lanka COVID-19 committee was ""misled"" on groundwater contamination: minister",4/28/2023,Health,"""She put her foot down and she even said she will resign if this is not adhered to.""","Sri Lanka COVID-19 committee was ""misled"" on groundwater contamination: minister ""She put her foot down and she even said she will resign if this is not adhered to.""",negative,-1
Thajudeen case: High Court issues summons to former SDIG Senanayake,5/24/2019,Uncategorized,Colombo High Court Judge Adithya Patabendige today (24) issued summons to former Senior DIG Anura Senanayake for his all...,Thajudeen case: High Court issues summons to former SDIG Senanayake Colombo High Court Judge Adithya Patabendige today (24) issued summons to former Senior DIG Anura Senanayake for his all...,negative,-1
Tokyo stocks open lower on profit-taking,12/30/2019,International news," Tokyo stocks opened lower on Monday, the last trading day this year in Japan, with profit-taking leading the market ahe...","Tokyo stocks open lower on profit-taking  Tokyo stocks opened lower on Monday, the last trading day this year in Japan, with profit-taking leading the market ahe...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's utility regulator to serve enforcement order on CEB over TU action,6/10/2022,Power,"Unscheduled power cuts till 8am on Thursday were reported in Colombo, Kandy, Gampaha, Piliyandala and other areas.","Sri Lanka's utility regulator to serve enforcement order on CEB over TU action Unscheduled power cuts till 8am on Thursday were reported in Colombo, Kandy, Gampaha, Piliyandala and other areas.",negative,-1
JVP leader smells scheme to whip up extremist sentiment in Sri Lanka,9/30/2021,Politics,Dissanayake said it could be an attempt to distract the public from multiple crises the country is facing.,JVP leader smells scheme to whip up extremist sentiment in Sri Lanka Dissanayake said it could be an attempt to distract the public from multiple crises the country is facing.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka opposition-MP-turned-minister lambasts opposition leader over boycott,6/21/2022,Politics,"“Parliament is in session for three days this week. Why did he pick today to boycott it?""","Sri Lanka opposition-MP-turned-minister lambasts opposition leader over boycott “Parliament is in session for three days this week. Why did he pick today to boycott it?""",negative,-1
Sri Lanka power minister accuses CEB trade unions of sabotage,6/9/2022,Energy,CEB trade unions are against the proposed amendments in the act which are to be voted later on Thursday.,Sri Lanka power minister accuses CEB trade unions of sabotage CEB trade unions are against the proposed amendments in the act which are to be voted later on Thursday.,negative,-1
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka to supply fertilizer at 25-pct cost amid looming food shortage,7/5/2022,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's rice production has fallen up to 40% in the last Maha season - minister. ,Crisis-hit Sri Lanka to supply fertilizer at 25-pct cost amid looming food shortage Sri Lanka's rice production has fallen up to 40% in the last Maha season - minister. ,negative,-1
Sri Lanka to sell rice stocks at controlled prices through state retail outlets,11/28/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka’s Finance Ministry said paddy stocks stored in government warehouses will be milled and sold through state-o...,Sri Lanka to sell rice stocks at controlled prices through state retail outlets Sri Lanka’s Finance Ministry said paddy stocks stored in government warehouses will be milled and sold through state-o...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's new administration to re-negotiate IMF deal,12/1/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's new administration will re-negotiate an ongoing agreement with the International Monetary Fund, a top offici...","Sri Lanka's new administration to re-negotiate IMF deal Sri Lanka's new administration will re-negotiate an ongoing agreement with the International Monetary Fund, a top offici...",positive,1
"Over 12,000 suspects nabbed in narcotics prevention campaign",10/18/2019,Crime,"Some 12, 000 suspects have been arrested over drug-related offences in a narcotics eradication campaign which ended rece...","Over 12,000 suspects nabbed in narcotics prevention campaign Some 12, 000 suspects have been arrested over drug-related offences in a narcotics eradication campaign which ended rece...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, JKH trade pushes turnover",2/19/2024,Stocks & Companies,"John Keells Holdings Plc contributed 140 million to the day's turnover, and the share closed up at 190.00.","Sri Lanka stocks close up, JKH trade pushes turnover John Keells Holdings Plc contributed 140 million to the day's turnover, and the share closed up at 190.00.",negative,-1
Australia and Sri Lanka to combat human smuggling,10/18/2019,Crime,"The Sixth Meeting of Australia-Sri Lanka Joint Working Group was concluded last week in Canberra, Australia.","Australia and Sri Lanka to combat human smuggling The Sixth Meeting of Australia-Sri Lanka Joint Working Group was concluded last week in Canberra, Australia.",positive,1
"Six dead, hundreds stranded due to heavy rains; more showers expected",10/23/2019,weather,"The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) reports that six people died in intemperate weather yesterday, with 12 reported inj...","Six dead, hundreds stranded due to heavy rains; more showers expected The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) reports that six people died in intemperate weather yesterday, with 12 reported inj...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka declines USD 3.6 billion Oman fuel credit over conditions: spokesman,1/25/2022,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka won't go ahead with US$3.6 billion fuel credit line with Oman ,Sri Lanka declines USD 3.6 billion Oman fuel credit over conditions: spokesman Sri Lanka won't go ahead with US$3.6 billion fuel credit line with Oman ,negative,-1
Police Media Division re-established,1/2/2020,Security,"The Police Media Division (SLPMD) has been re-established under a new police media spokesman, Police Headquarters said.","Police Media Division re-established The Police Media Division (SLPMD) has been re-established under a new police media spokesman, Police Headquarters said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka T-bill yields up after CB kept policy rates steady ,10/6/2022,Bonds & Forex,The central bank left the key policy rates steady citing inflations needs to be tamed.,Sri Lanka T-bill yields up after CB kept policy rates steady  The central bank left the key policy rates steady citing inflations needs to be tamed.,positive,1
Chief Elections Commissioner warns of “grave danger” of COVID 19 spread at crowded rallies,7/10/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Chief Elections Commissioner is warning that because people attending the political rallies are not follow...,Chief Elections Commissioner warns of “grave danger” of COVID 19 spread at crowded rallies Sri Lanka’s Chief Elections Commissioner is warning that because people attending the political rallies are not follow...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka bans drones after suicide bombings,4/25/2019,Aviation,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s civil aviation authority has banned flying of pilotless aircraft including drone...,Sri Lanka bans drones after suicide bombings ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s civil aviation authority has banned flying of pilotless aircraft including drone...,negative,-1
Raja Edirisooriya appointed Chairman of Sri Lanka BOI,12/14/2021,Economy,.He had earlier worked at the Port City project,Raja Edirisooriya appointed Chairman of Sri Lanka BOI .He had earlier worked at the Port City project,positive,1
"Sri Lanka Covid patients on oxygen up 12-pct, most deaths from those without booster",2/17/2022,Health,.,"Sri Lanka Covid patients on oxygen up 12-pct, most deaths from those without booster .",negative,-1
"Ericsson, Swisscom launch Europe's first large scale 5G network",4/17/2019,International news,Telecom equipment manufacturer Ericsson said Wednesday it had launched the first European large scale commercial 5G netw...,"Ericsson, Swisscom launch Europe's first large scale 5G network Telecom equipment manufacturer Ericsson said Wednesday it had launched the first European large scale commercial 5G netw...",positive,1
India High Commission staffer in Sri Lanka infected with Coronavirus,11/2/2020,Political News,India's High Commission (embassy) in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo said a member of its auxiliary staff has been infected ...,India High Commission staffer in Sri Lanka infected with Coronavirus India's High Commission (embassy) in Sri Lanka's capital Colombo said a member of its auxiliary staff has been infected ...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases found so far linked to Minuwangoda cluster: Army chief,10/12/2020,Health,"All Coronavirus cases found from in recent days have been linked to the Minuwangoda Covid-19 cluster, with some third le...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases found so far linked to Minuwangoda cluster: Army chief All Coronavirus cases found from in recent days have been linked to the Minuwangoda Covid-19 cluster, with some third le...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka, the Wedding Isle",1/13/2024,Op-ed/Special Reports,Every wedding is special for participants and ordinary for the rest of the world.,"Sri Lanka, the Wedding Isle Every wedding is special for participants and ordinary for the rest of the world.",positive,1
Sri Lanka Rs3bn tech campus building deal goes to Maga-ICC,7/12/2020,Business,A contract to build Faculty of Computing and Technology at Sri Lanka's University of Kelaniya for three billion rupees h...,Sri Lanka Rs3bn tech campus building deal goes to Maga-ICC A contract to build Faculty of Computing and Technology at Sri Lanka's University of Kelaniya for three billion rupees h...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee at 321.90/322.50 to the US dollar,9/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 321.90/322.50 to the US dollar on Wednesday after closing at 321.75/322.25,Sri Lanka rupee at 321.90/322.50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 321.90/322.50 to the US dollar on Wednesday after closing at 321.75/322.25,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka bond yields up in mid-day trade, rupee at 321.50/75 against the US dollar",4/21/2023,Bonds & Forex,The rupee was quoted at 321.50/75 to the US dollar in the spot market.,"Sri Lanka bond yields up in mid-day trade, rupee at 321.50/75 against the US dollar The rupee was quoted at 321.50/75 to the US dollar in the spot market.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's top telco Dialog merges with India's Airtel on operations ,5/2/2023,Markets,Dialog incurred a loss in the last financial year.,Sri Lanka's top telco Dialog merges with India's Airtel on operations  Dialog incurred a loss in the last financial year.,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka lost taxes under SDP Act valued at Rs1,085mn",3/14/2024,Economy,"Controversially, the law also exempts key expat workers from income tax for a period","Sri Lanka lost taxes under SDP Act valued at Rs1,085mn Controversially, the law also exempts key expat workers from income tax for a period",positive,1
"Sri Lanka bond yields up after rate cut, rupee rupee steady",10/5/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.90/324.10 to the US dollar on Thursday. Bond yields were up,"Sri Lanka bond yields up after rate cut, rupee rupee steady Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 323.90/324.10 to the US dollar on Thursday. Bond yields were up",positive,1
Sri Lanka's religious leaders need to cultivate harmony: Prez,2/28/2024,Religion,Acknowledged the intrinsic connection between religion and reconciliation,Sri Lanka's religious leaders need to cultivate harmony: Prez Acknowledged the intrinsic connection between religion and reconciliation,positive,1
Sri Lanka to open cinemas on Jan 01 under Coronavirus rules: PM,12/28/2020,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka will open cinemas around the country from January 01, 2021, under Coronavirus health rules, Prime Minister Mah...","Sri Lanka to open cinemas on Jan 01 under Coronavirus rules: PM Sri Lanka will open cinemas around the country from January 01, 2021, under Coronavirus health rules, Prime Minister Mah...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka welcomes 22,000 tourists in October, most from India",11/9/2021,Business,Several airlines have resumed winter schedules,"Sri Lanka welcomes 22,000 tourists in October, most from India Several airlines have resumed winter schedules",positive,1
Sri Lanka foreign reserves rise to 2.1bn dollars in Jan 2023,2/8/2023,Economy,Since India stopped deferring ACU payments the central bank had been able to buy dollars net from banks,Sri Lanka foreign reserves rise to 2.1bn dollars in Jan 2023 Since India stopped deferring ACU payments the central bank had been able to buy dollars net from banks,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's SJB anticipating negative growth in 2024 despite positive forecasts,11/6/2023,Economy,"“Next year too will record a negative economy,"" he said.","Sri Lanka's SJB anticipating negative growth in 2024 despite positive forecasts “Next year too will record a negative economy,"" he said.",negative,-1
"A.30 strain of SARS-CoV-2 no cause for immediate concern, almost extinct: Sri Lankan expert",11/3/2021,Health,"The A.30 lineage is presently not spreading on a global scale and is almost extinct, he said.","A.30 strain of SARS-CoV-2 no cause for immediate concern, almost extinct: Sri Lankan expert The A.30 lineage is presently not spreading on a global scale and is almost extinct, he said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka govt schools to start from July 25,7/23/2022,Education,Schools start after more than one month closure due to fuel shortage,Sri Lanka govt schools to start from July 25 Schools start after more than one month closure due to fuel shortage,negative,-1
Twelve-hour water cut in parts of Kalutara today,5/8/2019,Uncategorized,"A 12-hour water cut will be imposed in several areas of the Kalutara district today (08), the National Water Supply and ...","Twelve-hour water cut in parts of Kalutara today A 12-hour water cut will be imposed in several areas of the Kalutara district today (08), the National Water Supply and ...",negative,-1
SC Judge to examine reconciliation process – G.L Peiris,2/27/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka will appoint a Supreme Court Judge to examine the post-war reconciliation process the Chairman of the country'...,SC Judge to examine reconciliation process – G.L Peiris Sri Lanka will appoint a Supreme Court Judge to examine the post-war reconciliation process the Chairman of the country'...,positive,1
More exports not creating formal jobs in Sri Lanka,2/26/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT- More exports are not increasing employment or formalisation of jobs in Sri Lanka, but give higher wages to ...","More exports not creating formal jobs in Sri Lanka ECONOMYNEXT- More exports are not increasing employment or formalisation of jobs in Sri Lanka, but give higher wages to ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 310.95/311.05 to the US dollar,2/22/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee appreciated further at 310.95/311.05 to the US dollar Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields down","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 310.95/311.05 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee appreciated further at 310.95/311.05 to the US dollar Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields down",negative,-1
Hatton National Bank 'AA(lka)' Sri Lanka rating confirmed by Fitch,9/11/2019,Banking,Fitch Ratings has confirmed the 'AA(lka)' rating of Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank  saying it had adequate capital but...,Hatton National Bank 'AA(lka)' Sri Lanka rating confirmed by Fitch Fitch Ratings has confirmed the 'AA(lka)' rating of Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank  saying it had adequate capital but...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's leading leftist alliance NPP promises tax cuts for the rich,1/31/2023,Economy,"""We will definitely reduce this tax,"" he said.","Sri Lanka's leading leftist alliance NPP promises tax cuts for the rich ""We will definitely reduce this tax,"" he said.",positive,1
Kavinda explains why Sirisena and Mahinda oppose 19th amendment,6/28/2019,Politics,"MP Kavinda Jayawardana says that it’s no wonder the opposition leader opposes the 19th amendment, as he intended to re...","Kavinda explains why Sirisena and Mahinda oppose 19th amendment MP Kavinda Jayawardana says that it’s no wonder the opposition leader opposes the 19th amendment, as he intended to re...",negative,-1
Lakmal sets up Sri Lanka win in first Test against Zimbabwe,1/24/2020,Culture,Suranga Lakmal took four for 27 to set up Sri Lanka for a 10-wicket win over Zimbabwe in the first Test in Harare on Thu...,Lakmal sets up Sri Lanka win in first Test against Zimbabwe Suranga Lakmal took four for 27 to set up Sri Lanka for a 10-wicket win over Zimbabwe in the first Test in Harare on Thu...,positive,1
Sri Lanka 2021 tea output up 9.3-pct despite fertilizer crisis - minister,1/22/2022,Economy,"Despite fertilizer shortage, Sri Lanka tea production up 9.3% to 305 million kg last year - minister  ","Sri Lanka 2021 tea output up 9.3-pct despite fertilizer crisis - minister Despite fertilizer shortage, Sri Lanka tea production up 9.3% to 305 million kg last year - minister  ",positive,1
Army Commander to appear before probe committee,6/25/2019,Uncategorized,"Army Commander Lt General Mahesh Senanayake, former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen and the Secretary to the Ministry of Comm...","Army Commander to appear before probe committee Army Commander Lt General Mahesh Senanayake, former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen and the Secretary to the Ministry of Comm...",positive,1
Sri Lanka stocks gain on banks and finance sector,2/17/2023,Markets,"(ASPI) gained 0.06 percent or 5.31 points to 8,848.36","Sri Lanka stocks gain on banks and finance sector (ASPI) gained 0.06 percent or 5.31 points to 8,848.36",negative,-1
Sri Lanka opposition leader vows to fight domestic debt restructuring,5/19/2023,Economy,"“You can’t dance to your own tune, nor can you make the people dance,” said Premadasa.","Sri Lanka opposition leader vows to fight domestic debt restructuring “You can’t dance to your own tune, nor can you make the people dance,” said Premadasa.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's stocks end 0.03-pct lower,7/6/2021,Markets,"LOLC Development Finance, John Keells Holdings and Ceylon Cold Stores pushed ASPI down","Sri Lanka's stocks end 0.03-pct lower LOLC Development Finance, John Keells Holdings and Ceylon Cold Stores pushed ASPI down",negative,-1
Generation healthy: alcoholic seltzer craze sweeps US,9/15/2019,Uncategorized,Health-conscious American millennials have found their drink of choice: alcoholic carbonated water that is lower in calo...,Generation healthy: alcoholic seltzer craze sweeps US Health-conscious American millennials have found their drink of choice: alcoholic carbonated water that is lower in calo...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, interest in capital goods",2/20/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was at 815 million. ,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, interest in capital goods Turnover was at 815 million. ",negative,-1
"US economy grew faster in Q3, but trade woes continue",11/28/2019,International news,"The US economy grew faster than originally reported in the July-September period and prices remain tame, but amid the un...","US economy grew faster in Q3, but trade woes continue The US economy grew faster than originally reported in the July-September period and prices remain tame, but amid the un...",negative,-1
Army Commander defends himself against allegations,8/26/2019,Uncategorized,"At his first Press Conference after assuming duties as the Commander of the Army, L t Gen Shavendra Silva vigorously def...","Army Commander defends himself against allegations At his first Press Conference after assuming duties as the Commander of the Army, L t Gen Shavendra Silva vigorously def...",negative,-1
Shasheendra Rajapaksa Sri Lanka's new State Min for Irrigation and Water Resources,1/31/2024,Politics,Shasheendra Rajapaksa appointed State Minister for Irrigation and Water Resources Management,Shasheendra Rajapaksa Sri Lanka's new State Min for Irrigation and Water Resources Shasheendra Rajapaksa appointed State Minister for Irrigation and Water Resources Management,positive,1
Sri Lanka to start directed lending for SMEs after talking to lenders: Central Bank,1/19/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka will start a directed lending program to 'priority sectors' in the small and medium industry sector after cons...,Sri Lanka to start directed lending for SMEs after talking to lenders: Central Bank Sri Lanka will start a directed lending program to 'priority sectors' in the small and medium industry sector after cons...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka confirms 368 new Coronavirus cases, Covid-19 total 7,872",10/25/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has confirmed 263 new Coronavirus cases taking the total to 7,784 Sunday with more suburbs of Colombo coming u...","Sri Lanka confirms 368 new Coronavirus cases, Covid-19 total 7,872 Sri Lanka has confirmed 263 new Coronavirus cases taking the total to 7,784 Sunday with more suburbs of Colombo coming u...",positive,1
Eran: Government trying to suppress criticism,4/18/2020,Free Speech,Former MP Eran Wickramaratne is saying that the government has started suppressing criticism about the shortcomings in t...,Eran: Government trying to suppress criticism Former MP Eran Wickramaratne is saying that the government has started suppressing criticism about the shortcomings in t...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka revised electricity reform law to cabinet next week: Minister,11/17/2023,Power,The proposed new electricity bill is listed on the agenda for the approval of the cabinet ministers for next Monday.,Sri Lanka revised electricity reform law to cabinet next week: Minister The proposed new electricity bill is listed on the agenda for the approval of the cabinet ministers for next Monday.,positive,1
Air Seychelles to operate two flights to Sri Lanka in November,11/3/2021,Aviation,Air Seychelles is the national airline of the Republic of Seychelles.,Air Seychelles to operate two flights to Sri Lanka in November Air Seychelles is the national airline of the Republic of Seychelles.,positive,1
Sri Lanka banks trading at 10-yr low valuations: analysts,2/18/2020,Banking,"Sri Lankan banks are trading at a ten year low valuation, with upward pressure on performance after a challenging 2019, ...","Sri Lanka banks trading at 10-yr low valuations: analysts Sri Lankan banks are trading at a ten year low valuation, with upward pressure on performance after a challenging 2019, ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka to give 12-pct subsidized loans for small millers to buy paddy,9/3/2023,Banking,The loan will have to be repaid in 180 days. ,Sri Lanka to give 12-pct subsidized loans for small millers to buy paddy The loan will have to be repaid in 180 days. ,negative,-1
EU considers Sri Lanka request to increase skilled labour migration,3/12/2019,Political News,ECONOMYNEXT – A Sri Lankan request to increase skilled labour migration to the European Union was taken up for co...,EU considers Sri Lanka request to increase skilled labour migration ECONOMYNEXT – A Sri Lankan request to increase skilled labour migration to the European Union was taken up for co...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka President asks for majority to be shown with name count,11/15/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena had asked party leaders who supported a vote of no confidence against dispute...,Sri Lanka President asks for majority to be shown with name count Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena had asked party leaders who supported a vote of no confidence against dispute...,negative,-1
Cannot predict whether there will be new clusters - Anil Jasinghe,4/29/2020,Health,The government cannot predict whether there will be new clusters of COVID 19 positive patients emerging although the Hea...,Cannot predict whether there will be new clusters - Anil Jasinghe The government cannot predict whether there will be new clusters of COVID 19 positive patients emerging although the Hea...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka state banks to raise up to a billion US dollars from ME,11/14/2018,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's main state banks are expecting to raise up to billion US dollars from the Middle East by the end of the year...,Sri Lanka state banks to raise up to a billion US dollars from ME Sri Lanka's main state banks are expecting to raise up to billion US dollars from the Middle East by the end of the year...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.50/90 to the US dollar,12/14/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.50/90 to the US dollar on Thursday,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.50/90 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.50/90 to the US dollar on Thursday,negative,-1
Sri Lanka cut rates despite rising inflation as food prices would fall: CB Governor,1/30/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka cut rates despite rising inflation because it was mainly 'food inflation' which would be temporary and rates w...,Sri Lanka cut rates despite rising inflation as food prices would fall: CB Governor Sri Lanka cut rates despite rising inflation because it was mainly 'food inflation' which would be temporary and rates w...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka should open schools, but reduce exam pressure: EducationForumSL",9/24/2021,Business,Alternatives to the “covering the syllabus to prepare children for exams” approach is needed,"Sri Lanka should open schools, but reduce exam pressure: EducationForumSL Alternatives to the “covering the syllabus to prepare children for exams” approach is needed",negative,-1
Director-General Information calls for investigation into the man-handling of media man by Inspector...,7/11/2020,Human Rights,The Director-General Information of the government Nalaka Kaluwewa has lodged a complaint to the Chief of Police against...,Director-General Information calls for investigation into the man-handling of media man by Inspector... The Director-General Information of the government Nalaka Kaluwewa has lodged a complaint to the Chief of Police against...,negative,-1
"Fearing political pressure, Sri Lanka president wants to avoid trade integrations with India",8/6/2022,International Relations,Sri Lanka has been a geopolitical cold war between India and China in its territory.   ,"Fearing political pressure, Sri Lanka president wants to avoid trade integrations with India Sri Lanka has been a geopolitical cold war between India and China in its territory.   ",negative,-1
Sri Lankan shares fall to two-month low as investors await earnings reports,4/25/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell 0.67 percent or 88.72 points to 9,125.32,","Sri Lankan shares fall to two-month low as investors await earnings reports The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) fell 0.67 percent or 88.72 points to 9,125.32,",negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks gain for third day amid worst foreign outflow in three weeks,6/23/2022,Markets,Stocks have been on a downward trend mainly due to higher interest rates ,Sri Lanka stocks gain for third day amid worst foreign outflow in three weeks Stocks have been on a downward trend mainly due to higher interest rates ,negative,-1
European stocks gain while US tech shares dive,6/4/2019,International news,"US tech giants took a beating on Monday on reports of stepped-up antitrust scrutiny from Washington, while European stoc...","European stocks gain while US tech shares dive US tech giants took a beating on Monday on reports of stepped-up antitrust scrutiny from Washington, while European stoc...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka university lecturers to meet president on IMF-prescribed tax hike,5/18/2023,Fiscal,"""The government has so far not been sensitive to this issue,"" he said.","Sri Lanka university lecturers to meet president on IMF-prescribed tax hike ""The government has so far not been sensitive to this issue,"" he said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka optimistic of 2023 tourism targets after Jan performance: official,1/18/2023,Economy,Fernando said tourism revenue in 2022 was 1.2 billion US dollars.,Sri Lanka optimistic of 2023 tourism targets after Jan performance: official Fernando said tourism revenue in 2022 was 1.2 billion US dollars.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka plans 100MW floating solar farm with Canada,3/20/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka's will build a 100 MegaWatt floating solar power plant on a reservoir as a joint venture between state agencie...,Sri Lanka plans 100MW floating solar farm with Canada Sri Lanka's will build a 100 MegaWatt floating solar power plant on a reservoir as a joint venture between state agencie...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka's Litro Gas says gas explosions linked to substandard regulators, tubes",11/27/2021,Accidents,Litro Gas supplies 80 percent of the liquid petroleum gas (LPG) cylinder market in Sri Lanka.,"Sri Lanka's Litro Gas says gas explosions linked to substandard regulators, tubes Litro Gas supplies 80 percent of the liquid petroleum gas (LPG) cylinder market in Sri Lanka.",negative,-1
Scientists boost plant yield by 40-pct with algae gene,1/4/2019,International news,"For years, researchers at the University of Illinois have been trying to find out whether it is possible to genetically ...","Scientists boost plant yield by 40-pct with algae gene For years, researchers at the University of Illinois have been trying to find out whether it is possible to genetically ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka tourism promotion grounded over board delay,1/17/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT- A planned three billion rupee destination promotion campaign has run aground with the government yet to app...,Sri Lanka tourism promotion grounded over board delay ECONOMYNEXT- A planned three billion rupee destination promotion campaign has run aground with the government yet to app...,negative,-1
Laugfs says LPG supplies to Sri Lanka restored,10/29/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas said distributrion liquefied petroleum gas has been increased, ending a disruption seen last week...","Laugfs says LPG supplies to Sri Lanka restored Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas said distributrion liquefied petroleum gas has been increased, ending a disruption seen last week...",negative,-1
SLPP contestant Jayasekara’s candidature is “valid” despite death sentence - Deshapriya,8/4/2020,Courts,Convicted murderer Premalal Jayasekara can contest tomorrow’s election but if he is elected the Elections Commission w...,SLPP contestant Jayasekara’s candidature is “valid” despite death sentence - Deshapriya Convicted murderer Premalal Jayasekara can contest tomorrow’s election but if he is elected the Elections Commission w...,negative,-1
The Battle for the Sinhala Right-Wing voter,7/13/2019,Politics,As we enter into the election year and matters get serious we can see a battle being waged for the Sinhala Right-Wing vo...,The Battle for the Sinhala Right-Wing voter As we enter into the election year and matters get serious we can see a battle being waged for the Sinhala Right-Wing vo...,positive,1
Chinese envoy visits Sri Lanka’s province near India; promises seafood exports,11/7/2023,Fisheries,India has been increasingly concerned over Chinese expansion in Sri Lanka's North,Chinese envoy visits Sri Lanka’s province near India; promises seafood exports India has been increasingly concerned over Chinese expansion in Sri Lanka's North,positive,1
TISL requests Election Commission to urgently amend circular to reflect COVID-19 pandemic,4/24/2020,Politics,"Writing to the Election Commission (EC) today, Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) highlighted the urgent need t...","TISL requests Election Commission to urgently amend circular to reflect COVID-19 pandemic Writing to the Election Commission (EC) today, Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) highlighted the urgent need t...",negative,-1
Concerns raised over US deal subverting Sri Lanka competitive LNG terminal procurement,7/29/2021,Energy,It is like an interloper coming between an engaged couple on the way to be married,Concerns raised over US deal subverting Sri Lanka competitive LNG terminal procurement It is like an interloper coming between an engaged couple on the way to be married,negative,-1
Sri Lanka may have lost Rs9.6bn in 2015/16 bond sales: forensic audit,1/23/2020,Legal,"Sri Lanka may have lost up to 9.6 billion rupees through multiple bond auctions between February 2015 and March 2016, wh...","Sri Lanka may have lost Rs9.6bn in 2015/16 bond sales: forensic audit Sri Lanka may have lost up to 9.6 billion rupees through multiple bond auctions between February 2015 and March 2016, wh...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Basel III debentures get 'A(lka)' final rating,2/7/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT- Ratings agency Fitch awarded Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Plc's seven billion rupee five year Basel III complia...,Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Basel III debentures get 'A(lka)' final rating ECONOMYNEXT- Ratings agency Fitch awarded Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Plc's seven billion rupee five year Basel III complia...,negative,-1
Eknaligoda disappearance trial to begin Feb 20,12/18/2019,Crime,The trial of 10 Military Intelligence officers over the alleged enforced disappearance of journalist Prageeth Eknaligoda...,Eknaligoda disappearance trial to begin Feb 20 The trial of 10 Military Intelligence officers over the alleged enforced disappearance of journalist Prageeth Eknaligoda...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka IOC unit profits down 63-pct in Dec23,1/16/2024,Energy,The firm reported earnings of 5.66 rupees per share for the quarter,Sri Lanka IOC unit profits down 63-pct in Dec23 The firm reported earnings of 5.66 rupees per share for the quarter,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka to repatriate Covid-stranded citizens from Indonesia, Russia, Bangladesh, Qatar, Belarus",5/21/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka will repatriate citizens stranded in Indonesia, Russia, Bangladesh, Qatar and Belarus due to Coronaviris betwe...","Sri Lanka to repatriate Covid-stranded citizens from Indonesia, Russia, Bangladesh, Qatar, Belarus Sri Lanka will repatriate citizens stranded in Indonesia, Russia, Bangladesh, Qatar and Belarus due to Coronaviris betwe...",negative,-1
Kandakadu cluster’s number of Coronavirus positive patients rises to 560,7/20/2020,Health,The number of COVID-19 positive patients from the Kandakadu cluster has risen to 560 increasing the total number of pati...,Kandakadu cluster’s number of Coronavirus positive patients rises to 560 The number of COVID-19 positive patients from the Kandakadu cluster has risen to 560 increasing the total number of pati...,positive,1
Sri Lanka renewable power competitive tenders stuck for 10 months without ministerial nod,8/5/2021,Energy,"Competitive tendering has sharply brought down costs, compared to controversial feed-in tariffs ","Sri Lanka renewable power competitive tenders stuck for 10 months without ministerial nod Competitive tendering has sharply brought down costs, compared to controversial feed-in tariffs ",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka budget 2022: 9.8-pct of GDP deficit to be funded locally, repeats windfall taxes",11/15/2021,Economy,Windfall taxes are now being shown to be a habit. Super Gains Tax returns as 25-pct surcharge,"Sri Lanka budget 2022: 9.8-pct of GDP deficit to be funded locally, repeats windfall taxes Windfall taxes are now being shown to be a habit. Super Gains Tax returns as 25-pct surcharge",negative,-1
Sri Lanka tea export revenues down 3.8-pct in August,9/25/2023,Tea,Tea export revenues fell 3.8 percent to 119.63 million US dollars in Aug 2023 from 124.4 mn US dollars a year ago,Sri Lanka tea export revenues down 3.8-pct in August Tea export revenues fell 3.8 percent to 119.63 million US dollars in Aug 2023 from 124.4 mn US dollars a year ago,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields flat",11/19/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 185.10/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while gilt yields remained un...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields flat Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker at 185.10/30 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while gilt yields remained un...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Grain Elevators net up 101.6-pct in Sept,11/14/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lankan animal feed and poultry producer Ceylon Grain Elevators Plc net profits in the September quarter...,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Grain Elevators net up 101.6-pct in Sept ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lankan animal feed and poultry producer Ceylon Grain Elevators Plc net profits in the September quarter...,negative,-1
Russian Airman has had Covid 19 and has recovered - Epidemiologist,9/26/2020,Health,The Russian airman who created panic in Matara by seen shopping after testing positive for Covid 19 has had the disease ...,Russian Airman has had Covid 19 and has recovered - Epidemiologist The Russian airman who created panic in Matara by seen shopping after testing positive for Covid 19 has had the disease ...,positive,1
"Sri Lanka opposition leader's favourability rating at new low, survey shows",11/17/2023,Politics,Net favourability ratings of all major party leaders remained negative in October.,"Sri Lanka opposition leader's favourability rating at new low, survey shows Net favourability ratings of all major party leaders remained negative in October.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka sets guaranteed prices for paddy ahead of 2019 harvest,2/10/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's  Finance Ministry had allocated 5.0 billion rupees to buy rice at guaranteed prices from farmers ahead of th...,Sri Lanka sets guaranteed prices for paddy ahead of 2019 harvest Sri Lanka's  Finance Ministry had allocated 5.0 billion rupees to buy rice at guaranteed prices from farmers ahead of th...,negative,-1
Record COVID-19 deaths in Sri Lanka for sixth consecutive day; infections surge,8/12/2021,Health,"Total confirmed COVID-19 deaths in Sri Lanka now stand at 5,464.","Record COVID-19 deaths in Sri Lanka for sixth consecutive day; infections surge Total confirmed COVID-19 deaths in Sri Lanka now stand at 5,464.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka police arrest 2nd suspect for possessing tear gas canisters,8/3/2022,Politics,"Some protesters have stolen tear gas canisters after attacking them, police say.","Sri Lanka police arrest 2nd suspect for possessing tear gas canisters Some protesters have stolen tear gas canisters after attacking them, police say.",negative,-1
"Global stocks tumble on worries over trade, slowing growth",5/30/2019,International news,World stock markets tumbled Wednesday on mounting worries over US-China trade tensions amid talk that China could limit ...,"Global stocks tumble on worries over trade, slowing growth World stock markets tumbled Wednesday on mounting worries over US-China trade tensions amid talk that China could limit ...",negative,-1
"Asia virus latest: Japan cases surge, schools to reopen in Wuhan",4/21/2020,International news,Japanese medics are warning more must be done to prevent the coronavirus from overwhelming the country's healthcare syst...,"Asia virus latest: Japan cases surge, schools to reopen in Wuhan Japanese medics are warning more must be done to prevent the coronavirus from overwhelming the country's healthcare syst...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka anticipates record Rs 3 tn in revenue by end 2023: official,11/21/2023,Economy,"As of November 17, state revneue stood at 2,394 billion rupees, the official said.","Sri Lanka anticipates record Rs 3 tn in revenue by end 2023: official As of November 17, state revneue stood at 2,394 billion rupees, the official said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka raises Rs17.5bn from after auction Treasuries sales,7/8/2022,Bonds & Forex,The debt said there were subscriptions for 20.2 billion rupees.,Sri Lanka raises Rs17.5bn from after auction Treasuries sales The debt said there were subscriptions for 20.2 billion rupees.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka imports Coronavirus vaccines worth US$150mn from ADB credit,10/6/2021,International news,ADB is set to hold its annual meeting in Colombo from 2 to 5 May  2022. ,Sri Lanka imports Coronavirus vaccines worth US$150mn from ADB credit ADB is set to hold its annual meeting in Colombo from 2 to 5 May  2022. ,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka private loans positive in November, credit to state expands",1/4/2021,Banking,"Sri Lanka's commercial banks loans to private customers grew by 41.4 billion rupees in November 2020, slower than the 59...","Sri Lanka private loans positive in November, credit to state expands Sri Lanka's commercial banks loans to private customers grew by 41.4 billion rupees in November 2020, slower than the 59...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly weaker, gilt yields steady",10/19/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka quoted slightly weaker at 184.30/40 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields steady in the overall market,...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted slightly weaker, gilt yields steady Sri Lanka quoted slightly weaker at 184.30/40 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields steady in the overall market,...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka only has 137 persons who paid income taxes of Rs5mn or more: legislator,9/21/2022,Economy,342 companies paid 82-pct of taxes,Sri Lanka only has 137 persons who paid income taxes of Rs5mn or more: legislator 342 companies paid 82-pct of taxes,negative,-1
Sri Lanka president presents 2025 targets,11/14/2022,Economy,Inflation at single digits,Sri Lanka president presents 2025 targets Inflation at single digits,negative,-1
Over 20 incidents of post-election violence in 72 hours - CMEV,11/19/2019,PresPoll2020,The CMEV states that 22  incidents of post-election violence have been recorded in the 72 hours since election night (16...,Over 20 incidents of post-election violence in 72 hours - CMEV The CMEV states that 22  incidents of post-election violence have been recorded in the 72 hours since election night (16...,negative,-1
"World Bank, IMF asks creditors to give Coronavirus relief to Sri Lanka, 75 others",3/25/2020,Economy,"Washington-based World Bank has together with the International Monetary Fund, asked creditor countries to suspend debt ...","World Bank, IMF asks creditors to give Coronavirus relief to Sri Lanka, 75 others Washington-based World Bank has together with the International Monetary Fund, asked creditor countries to suspend debt ...",negative,-1
Those responsible for Sri Lanka's Easter bombings now misdirecting public: PM,4/21/2021,Terrorism,Parties responsible for Sri Lanka’s 2019 Easter bombings are making false claims aimed at influencing and diverting at...,Those responsible for Sri Lanka's Easter bombings now misdirecting public: PM Parties responsible for Sri Lanka’s 2019 Easter bombings are making false claims aimed at influencing and diverting at...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weak, bond yields unchanged",9/21/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 185.50/65 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields remained unchanged, dea...","Sri Lanka rupee quoted weak, bond yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 185.50/65 against the US dollar on Monday while bond yields remained unchanged, dea...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka must not overlook Russia in favour of IMF, says MP Weerawansa",6/22/2022,International Relations,"""Are we trying to get out of this crisis by being caught in a western trap?"" he demanded.","Sri Lanka must not overlook Russia in favour of IMF, says MP Weerawansa ""Are we trying to get out of this crisis by being caught in a western trap?"" he demanded.",negative,-1
Joining all-party cabinet won't be a 'system change': Sri Lanka opp. leader,8/17/2022,Politics,Among the issues raised was prices of sanitary napkins and menstrual products.,Joining all-party cabinet won't be a 'system change': Sri Lanka opp. leader Among the issues raised was prices of sanitary napkins and menstrual products.,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka’s Haycarb June quarter profit up on strong demand, value added products",8/7/2019,Markets,Sri Lankan coconut shell-based activated carbon manufacturer Haycarb said net profit shot up 165 percent to 268 million ...,"Sri Lanka’s Haycarb June quarter profit up on strong demand, value added products Sri Lankan coconut shell-based activated carbon manufacturer Haycarb said net profit shot up 165 percent to 268 million ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee at 260/275 to dollar  after opening at 240/260,3/10/2022,Bonds & Forex,A clean float will end forex shortages,Sri Lanka rupee at 260/275 to dollar  after opening at 240/260 A clean float will end forex shortages,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka confirms 09 Covid-19 deaths taking total to 83, Coronavirus cases 19,771",11/21/2020,Health," Sri Lanka has confirmed 09 new Coronavirus deaths on November 21, taking the total to 83, with 487 new Covid-19 cases b...","Sri Lanka confirms 09 Covid-19 deaths taking total to 83, Coronavirus cases 19,771  Sri Lanka has confirmed 09 new Coronavirus deaths on November 21, taking the total to 83, with 487 new Covid-19 cases b...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 328.00/10 to the US dollar,12/1/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.00/10 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 328.00/10 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.00/10 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-1
"Twelve new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,299",9/22/2020,Health,"Twelve new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (22), the National Operations Centre for Preve...","Twelve new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 3,299 Twelve new COVID-19 patients were identified in Sri Lanka as at 6am today (22), the National Operations Centre for Preve...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka President expects to overcome challenges in 2022,1/1/2022,Defence,I am confident that the New Year will provide an opportunity to further the steps,Sri Lanka President expects to overcome challenges in 2022 I am confident that the New Year will provide an opportunity to further the steps,positive,1
"Sri Lanka imports, trade deficit down in August amid weak credit",10/14/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's imports fell 16.6 percent from a year earlier to 1,574 million US dollars in the August 2019, while exports ...","Sri Lanka imports, trade deficit down in August amid weak credit Sri Lanka's imports fell 16.6 percent from a year earlier to 1,574 million US dollars in the August 2019, while exports ...",negative,-1
Sanasa Development Bank buys Sri Lanka mobile payment start-up Upay,6/10/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Sanasa Development Bank (SDB) has bought the UPay mobile payment platform for 20...,Sanasa Development Bank buys Sri Lanka mobile payment start-up Upay ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Sanasa Development Bank (SDB) has bought the UPay mobile payment platform for 20...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka cabinet okays payments for govt employees despite no pay leave to contest LG polls ,4/4/2023,Polls,LG elections have been delayed due to lack of government funding,Sri Lanka cabinet okays payments for govt employees despite no pay leave to contest LG polls  LG elections have been delayed due to lack of government funding,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank's Profit down by 4.9-pct,5/16/2022,Finance,Profits at Sri Lanka’s Sampath Bank Plc fell 4.9 percent to 4.9 billion rupees in the March 2022 quarter,Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank's Profit down by 4.9-pct Profits at Sri Lanka’s Sampath Bank Plc fell 4.9 percent to 4.9 billion rupees in the March 2022 quarter,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka interest rate volatility, instability, big challenges: bankers",1/21/2024,Banking,People ask 'what's the year end exchange rate or interest rate? It is something that you don't want to even guess at,"Sri Lanka interest rate volatility, instability, big challenges: bankers People ask 'what's the year end exchange rate or interest rate? It is something that you don't want to even guess at",positive,1
Sri Lanka private credit to grow 12-13-pct in 2020: CB Governor,1/6/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's private credit will expand 12-13 percent in 2020, helped by lower interest rates, Central Bank Governor W D ...","Sri Lanka private credit to grow 12-13-pct in 2020: CB Governor Sri Lanka's private credit will expand 12-13 percent in 2020, helped by lower interest rates, Central Bank Governor W D ...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka sell 2025, 2028 bonds raising Rs40bn",5/31/2022,Bonds & Forex,All offered bonds sold,"Sri Lanka sell 2025, 2028 bonds raising Rs40bn All offered bonds sold",positive,1
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus vaccinates 50-pct of population with one dose, 13.4-pct two doses",8/9/2021,Health,Vaccines have limited effectiveness with a single dose,"Sri Lanka Coronavirus vaccinates 50-pct of population with one dose, 13.4-pct two doses Vaccines have limited effectiveness with a single dose",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka Covid-19 credit needs guarantees to move, caution on liquidity injections: Advocata",6/28/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's government or central bank will have to guarantee Coronavirus credit to the most vulnerable firms, but below...","Sri Lanka Covid-19 credit needs guarantees to move, caution on liquidity injections: Advocata Sri Lanka's government or central bank will have to guarantee Coronavirus credit to the most vulnerable firms, but below...",negative,-1
"TUI scraps trips to Sri Lanka, sends rescue plane",4/27/2019,Business,"TUI, and European travel firm said it will stop selling Sri Lanka, send a rescue plane to take off those who wanted to r...","TUI scraps trips to Sri Lanka, sends rescue plane TUI, and European travel firm said it will stop selling Sri Lanka, send a rescue plane to take off those who wanted to r...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka public debt hits 90-pct of GDP after currency collapse, CPC debacle",11/8/2019,Economy," Sri Lanka's public debt has hit 90 percent of gross domestic product by end 2018, International Monetary Fund data show...","Sri Lanka public debt hits 90-pct of GDP after currency collapse, CPC debacle  Sri Lanka's public debt has hit 90 percent of gross domestic product by end 2018, International Monetary Fund data show...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks close stronger,1/10/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed stronger on Thursday from a day earlier despite net foreign selling, brokers said.","Sri Lanka stocks close stronger Sri Lanka's stocks closed stronger on Thursday from a day earlier despite net foreign selling, brokers said.",negative,-1
What the Sri Lanka state should prioritize,3/22/2021,Arthashasthra,"Currently, the Sri Lankan state does many things, badly.  Despite having a strong public health system and months to get...","What the Sri Lanka state should prioritize Currently, the Sri Lankan state does many things, badly.  Despite having a strong public health system and months to get...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 319.00/25 to the dollar, bond yields up",9/1/2023,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger at 319.00/25 to the dollar, bond yields up .",positive,1
COPE orders cleanup of Kelani River,11/27/2020,Environment,The Parliamentary Committee On Public Enterprises (COPE) has ordered the removal of unauthorised constructions on both s...,COPE orders cleanup of Kelani River The Parliamentary Committee On Public Enterprises (COPE) has ordered the removal of unauthorised constructions on both s...,negative,-1
Hotline for foreigners seeking information on Sri Lanka Easter blasts,4/21/2019,International news,Sri Lanka's foreign ministry has opened a hotline for foreigners seeking information on their loved ones who were involv...,Hotline for foreigners seeking information on Sri Lanka Easter blasts Sri Lanka's foreign ministry has opened a hotline for foreigners seeking information on their loved ones who were involv...,positive,1
Sri Lanka may un-bundle SOEs before divestment,7/23/2023,Economy,A transaction structuring report to give options,Sri Lanka may un-bundle SOEs before divestment A transaction structuring report to give options,negative,-1
Sri Lanka import substitution should be temporary: economist,10/20/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka should not extend an import control strategy beyond the short term as changes are taking place in world which ...,Sri Lanka import substitution should be temporary: economist Sri Lanka should not extend an import control strategy beyond the short term as changes are taking place in world which ...,negative,-1
"Future SJB govt will implement IMF diagnostic directives, revise aspects: Harsha",10/6/2023,Economy,"“The IMF offers this chance. We must seize it, as it is the only viable path forward,” he said.","Future SJB govt will implement IMF diagnostic directives, revise aspects: Harsha “The IMF offers this chance. We must seize it, as it is the only viable path forward,” he said.",negative,-1
Suspension of Sri Lanka parliament challenged in court,11/13/2018,Political News,Supporters of Sri Lanka's fired prime minister and a top election official on Monday challenged in court the president's...,Suspension of Sri Lanka parliament challenged in court Supporters of Sri Lanka's fired prime minister and a top election official on Monday challenged in court the president's...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka evaluating 49 private renewable energy deals,3/14/2024,Energy,"Some of the projects have already obtained provisional approvals, environment clearances, land clearances","Sri Lanka evaluating 49 private renewable energy deals Some of the projects have already obtained provisional approvals, environment clearances, land clearances",negative,-1
"India to construct 10,000 houses in Sri Lanka plantation areas",11/29/2023,Construction and Real Estate,"The overall commitment of the Indian government under the project is 60,000 houses. ","India to construct 10,000 houses in Sri Lanka plantation areas The overall commitment of the Indian government under the project is 60,000 houses. ",positive,1
Mahinda pledges to safeguard country,12/13/2019,Easter Sunday attacks,Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is pledging that his government will ensure the threat to “our national sovereignty a...,Mahinda pledges to safeguard country Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa is pledging that his government will ensure the threat to “our national sovereignty a...,positive,1
CA Sri Lanka lists board ready female chartered accountants,8/22/2019,Markets,The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) has launched a directory of female members with quali...,CA Sri Lanka lists board ready female chartered accountants The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) has launched a directory of female members with quali...,positive,1
Sri Lanka plantations stocks hammered after wage hike gazette,5/2/2024,Tea,"Plantation workers will have to be paid 1350 rupees a day, there will be a ‘daily special allowance’ of 350 rupees","Sri Lanka plantations stocks hammered after wage hike gazette Plantation workers will have to be paid 1350 rupees a day, there will be a ‘daily special allowance’ of 350 rupees",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka sees 15,000 tri-force absentees respond to amnesty; State Minister says no extension",5/17/2024,Defence,"Around 26,000 military personnel have been absent from the services: Minister","Sri Lanka sees 15,000 tri-force absentees respond to amnesty; State Minister says no extension Around 26,000 military personnel have been absent from the services: Minister",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka online education goes to 85-pct of students, despite dissatisfaction: study",12/9/2021,ICT,About 50 percent had live lessons ,"Sri Lanka online education goes to 85-pct of students, despite dissatisfaction: study About 50 percent had live lessons ",negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks gain near 4-pct in first hour,5/17/2022,Stocks & Companies,.,Sri Lanka stocks gain near 4-pct in first hour .,negative,-1
Japan grants Sri Lanka USD 46 Mn to purchase diesel for state hospitals,2/22/2023,International Relations,The grant will be used to purchase fuel to be distributed among state sector hospitals throughout the country.,Japan grants Sri Lanka USD 46 Mn to purchase diesel for state hospitals The grant will be used to purchase fuel to be distributed among state sector hospitals throughout the country.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka tea export revenues up 1.8-pct in September,10/22/2023,Agriculture,"Though exports volumes were up in September, tea production was down in the month","Sri Lanka tea export revenues up 1.8-pct in September Though exports volumes were up in September, tea production was down in the month",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's forex woes affect issuance of driver's licenses,3/10/2022,Economy,He said the government has temporarily extended the validity period of a driving license for one year.,Sri Lanka's forex woes affect issuance of driver's licenses He said the government has temporarily extended the validity period of a driving license for one year.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's shares slips on local debt restructuring uncertainties,5/10/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.25 percent or 22.37 points to 8,892.37.","Sri Lanka's shares slips on local debt restructuring uncertainties The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.25 percent or 22.37 points to 8,892.37.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka plantations with oil palm plunge after uprooting directive,4/6/2021,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's plantations stocks plunged after President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said they would be required to uproot oil palm...,Sri Lanka plantations with oil palm plunge after uprooting directive Sri Lanka's plantations stocks plunged after President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said they would be required to uproot oil palm...,negative,-1
India-Sri Lanka officials discuss capacity building for civil servants,2/15/2024,Government services,India-Sri Lanka officials plan MoU to provide capacity building for senior and mid-level civil servants,India-Sri Lanka officials discuss capacity building for civil servants India-Sri Lanka officials plan MoU to provide capacity building for senior and mid-level civil servants,positive,1
Sri Lanka PM plans tax concessions for film industry,1/14/2021,Business,"Sri Lanka is planning to give tax concessions to the film industry involving import duties and income tax relief, Prime ...","Sri Lanka PM plans tax concessions for film industry Sri Lanka is planning to give tax concessions to the film industry involving import duties and income tax relief, Prime ...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka cuts petrol to Rs125 a litre, diesel Rs101",12/21/2018,Energy,"Sri Lanka is cutting the price of a litre of petrol to 125 rupees a litre from 135 rupees, with a pricing formula coming...","Sri Lanka cuts petrol to Rs125 a litre, diesel Rs101 Sri Lanka is cutting the price of a litre of petrol to 125 rupees a litre from 135 rupees, with a pricing formula coming...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka anticipates profitable, self-sustaining postal service by end 2024",2/14/2024,Economy,"""The department will operate as a self-sustaining, profit-making institution independent of treasury funds,"" he said.","Sri Lanka anticipates profitable, self-sustaining postal service by end 2024 ""The department will operate as a self-sustaining, profit-making institution independent of treasury funds,"" he said.",positive,1
Sri Lanka sees LP gas shortages re-emerge amid forex crisis,3/4/2022,Energy,"""With today's situation, there will be another shortage of gas by next week.""","Sri Lanka sees LP gas shortages re-emerge amid forex crisis ""With today's situation, there will be another shortage of gas by next week.""",negative,-1
Govt will provide financial help to SL students in China to come home,1/29/2020,Political News,The government is willing to provide financial assistance to the Sri Lankan students with financial issues in China to c...,Govt will provide financial help to SL students in China to come home The government is willing to provide financial assistance to the Sri Lankan students with financial issues in China to c...,positive,1
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields up",8/4/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 185.65/75 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields up Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 185.65/75 to the US dollar on Tuesday while bond yields, dealers said.",negative,-1
MCC Grant must not become a lost opportunity,9/3/2019,Opinion," If Sri Lanka does not meet the deadline for signing the grant it may be lost, which would mean that USD 480 million tha...","MCC Grant must not become a lost opportunity  If Sri Lanka does not meet the deadline for signing the grant it may be lost, which would mean that USD 480 million tha...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka cannabis growing law to cabinet soon: Minister,10/4/2022,Agriculture,There is a large export demand also,Sri Lanka cannabis growing law to cabinet soon: Minister There is a large export demand also,positive,1
Sri Lanka Energy Minister suspends 40 fuel station for breaching QR code rule,4/6/2023,Energy,Sri Lanka faced fuel shortage last year before a political crisis-led public protests ousting former leader,Sri Lanka Energy Minister suspends 40 fuel station for breaching QR code rule Sri Lanka faced fuel shortage last year before a political crisis-led public protests ousting former leader,negative,-1
"Emerald Sri Lanka Fund invests in Pan Asian Power, more solar projects",5/3/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – Emerald Sri Lanka Fund will take a 20 percent stake in Pan Asian Power (PAP) in a proposed private ...,"Emerald Sri Lanka Fund invests in Pan Asian Power, more solar projects ECONOMYNEXT – Emerald Sri Lanka Fund will take a 20 percent stake in Pan Asian Power (PAP) in a proposed private ...",negative,-1
"MCC compact to be ""launched soon"" in SL - Alice Wells",11/26/2019,International Relations,"The controversial Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) compact will be launched in Sri Lanka soon, a senior US diploma...","MCC compact to be ""launched soon"" in SL - Alice Wells The controversial Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) compact will be launched in Sri Lanka soon, a senior US diploma...",positive,1
Sri Lanka to establish commission for reconciliation,12/8/2023,Race Relations,A key objective of this process is to establish the truth regarding post-conflict grievances of Sri Lankan citizens,Sri Lanka to establish commission for reconciliation A key objective of this process is to establish the truth regarding post-conflict grievances of Sri Lankan citizens,positive,1
"Sri Lanka to offer West Terminal to India, Japan, ECT to stay with state agency",2/2/2021,Logistics,Sri Lanka will invite interested parties to develop a greenfield container terminal in Colombo port while a partially bu...,"Sri Lanka to offer West Terminal to India, Japan, ECT to stay with state agency Sri Lanka will invite interested parties to develop a greenfield container terminal in Colombo port while a partially bu...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks stronger at open",2/5/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted slightly stronger at 181.45/55 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday after...,"Sri Lanka rupee, stocks stronger at open Sri Lanka rupee was quoted slightly stronger at 181.45/55 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday after...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka ruling party MP Ranjith Bandara reappointed COPE chair,2/23/2023,Politics,Bandara defeated main opposition Samagi Jana Balaweaya (SJB) candidate Eran Wickrmaratne 16 votes to seven.,Sri Lanka ruling party MP Ranjith Bandara reappointed COPE chair Bandara defeated main opposition Samagi Jana Balaweaya (SJB) candidate Eran Wickrmaratne 16 votes to seven.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka awaiting announcement from OCC on bilateral debt,11/29/2023,Economy,You will hear the outcome very soon,Sri Lanka awaiting announcement from OCC on bilateral debt You will hear the outcome very soon,positive,1
Sri Lanka bond yields down in mid-day trade,2/15/2023,Bonds & Forex,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,Sri Lanka bond yields down in mid-day trade Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees against the USD,negative,-1
Sri Lanka doctors commence provincial token strikes,11/2/2023,Economy,The strike has inconvenienced patients in the Uva province.,Sri Lanka doctors commence provincial token strikes The strike has inconvenienced patients in the Uva province.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka parliament passes vote on account till April 2020,10/23/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's parliament passed a vote on account, giving authority for the government to spend and raise debt up to April...","Sri Lanka parliament passes vote on account till April 2020 Sri Lanka's parliament passed a vote on account, giving authority for the government to spend and raise debt up to April...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka closes oil refinery amid money printing, forex shortages",11/15/2021,Economy,We made this decision to manage limited foreign exchange to import essential foods,"Sri Lanka closes oil refinery amid money printing, forex shortages We made this decision to manage limited foreign exchange to import essential foods",negative,-1
Sri Lanka returnee confirmed with Coronavirus in Colombo home quarantine,7/3/2020,Health," A Sri Lanka sea marshal, who was in home quarantine after completing a 14-days a quarantine centre upon returning to th...","Sri Lanka returnee confirmed with Coronavirus in Colombo home quarantine  A Sri Lanka sea marshal, who was in home quarantine after completing a 14-days a quarantine centre upon returning to th...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka’s Expolanka buys US-based customs broker for $42.5mn,2/27/2023,Logistics,The acquisition will enable EFL to extend its brokerage services across North America,Sri Lanka’s Expolanka buys US-based customs broker for $42.5mn The acquisition will enable EFL to extend its brokerage services across North America,positive,1
Sri Lanka's Cargills launches EV charging facility at supermarket chain,3/21/2024,Autos,'Charge while you shop' initiative to offer electric vehicle charging stations at multiple Cargills retail locations,Sri Lanka's Cargills launches EV charging facility at supermarket chain 'Charge while you shop' initiative to offer electric vehicle charging stations at multiple Cargills retail locations,negative,-1
Rearview of a Carnage,5/6/2019,Opinion,Terror takes tolerance hostage. The purpose of terror is to undermine our tolerant way of life. What motivates the perpe...,Rearview of a Carnage Terror takes tolerance hostage. The purpose of terror is to undermine our tolerant way of life. What motivates the perpe...,negative,-1
"Interpol to help Sri Lanka probe foreign links, identify victims",4/23/2019,Legal,Paris-based INTERPOL will deploy a team who will help identify victims of Easter Sunday bombings which killed nearly 300...,"Interpol to help Sri Lanka probe foreign links, identify victims Paris-based INTERPOL will deploy a team who will help identify victims of Easter Sunday bombings which killed nearly 300...",positive,1
UK security minister pledges support to revive Sri Lanka tourism,5/3/2019,Defence,"ECONOMYNEXT – The United Kingdom’s Minister for Security and Economic Crime, Ben Wallace pledged support t...","UK security minister pledges support to revive Sri Lanka tourism ECONOMYNEXT – The United Kingdom’s Minister for Security and Economic Crime, Ben Wallace pledged support t...",positive,1
Bigger lenders also behaving like 'loan sharks' in Sri Lanka: Finance Minister,2/15/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka is bringing laws to regulate micro-finance which are behaving like loan sharks giving loans to people who cann...,Bigger lenders also behaving like 'loan sharks' in Sri Lanka: Finance Minister Sri Lanka is bringing laws to regulate micro-finance which are behaving like loan sharks giving loans to people who cann...,negative,-1
Saudi bourse leads Gulf rally as oil prices recover,3/10/2020,Uncategorized,"Stock markets in the energy-rich Gulf states made a strong rebound in opening trade Tuesday, led by the Saudi bourse whi...","Saudi bourse leads Gulf rally as oil prices recover Stock markets in the energy-rich Gulf states made a strong rebound in opening trade Tuesday, led by the Saudi bourse whi...",positive,1
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.19-pct lower,9/5/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.19 percent lower on Thursday in a dull market, brokers said.","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.19-pct lower Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.19 percent lower on Thursday in a dull market, brokers said.",negative,-1
"IFC says committed to Sri Lanka reforms, signs agreements with two corporations",5/7/2024,Economy,Puliti also highlighted the importance of private sector-led development for inclusive economic growth.,"IFC says committed to Sri Lanka reforms, signs agreements with two corporations Puliti also highlighted the importance of private sector-led development for inclusive economic growth.",positive,1
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, driven by political uncertainty",5/14/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was 3.3 billion. ,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, driven by political uncertainty Turnover was 3.3 billion. ",negative,-1
Sri Lanka anti-COVID-19 measures to cost $550 million:  Jayasundera,9/17/2021,Economy,The real cost is more,Sri Lanka anti-COVID-19 measures to cost $550 million:  Jayasundera The real cost is more,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka’s May 9 mayhem, accident waiting to happen",5/16/2022,Legal,"There were 360 disciplinary cases against police officers, many were even promoted due to pressure from government MPs","Sri Lanka’s May 9 mayhem, accident waiting to happen There were 360 disciplinary cases against police officers, many were even promoted due to pressure from government MPs",negative,-1
Sri Lanka names radical organization behind Easter bombings,4/22/2019,Political News,A radicalized organization calling itself National Thowfeeth Jama'th (NTJ) already tracked by domestic and foreign intel...,Sri Lanka names radical organization behind Easter bombings A radicalized organization calling itself National Thowfeeth Jama'th (NTJ) already tracked by domestic and foreign intel...,negative,-1
"Hemasiri, Pujith placed in custody inside hospitals",7/2/2019,Uncategorized,Former Defense Secretary Hemasiri Fernando has been placed under arrest by police acting on orders of the Attorney Gener...,"Hemasiri, Pujith placed in custody inside hospitals Former Defense Secretary Hemasiri Fernando has been placed under arrest by police acting on orders of the Attorney Gener...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka's nattami porters go on strike, demand higher compensation",11/22/2021,Economy,"""Even a cup of plain (black) tea costs about 20-25 rupees,"" one nattami said.","Sri Lanka's nattami porters go on strike, demand higher compensation ""Even a cup of plain (black) tea costs about 20-25 rupees,"" one nattami said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka Islamist Easter bombers had links with JMI: Minister,4/23/2019,Defence,Islamist National Thowfeeth Jama'at group which had bombed churches and hotels which killed over 300 persons in Sri Lank...,Sri Lanka Islamist Easter bombers had links with JMI: Minister Islamist National Thowfeeth Jama'at group which had bombed churches and hotels which killed over 300 persons in Sri Lank...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka bond market steady,11/29/2021,Bonds & Forex,price increase for bakery items,Sri Lanka bond market steady price increase for bakery items,positive,1
Assistive technology for differently-abled increases jobs for handicapped,3/28/2022,Business,The Differently Abled are more loyal employees than the others,Assistive technology for differently-abled increases jobs for handicapped The Differently Abled are more loyal employees than the others,positive,1
Sri Lanka stock index slips from record high close amid new tax speculation from budget,11/12/2021,Markets,"The budget targets rich  individuals, big firms and licensed regulations to generate revenue  ","Sri Lanka stock index slips from record high close amid new tax speculation from budget The budget targets rich  individuals, big firms and licensed regulations to generate revenue  ",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange to have multiple 5-pct circuit breakers,3/23/2020,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange will have multiple trading halts in the future when an index hits each 5 percent leve...,Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange to have multiple 5-pct circuit breakers Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange will have multiple trading halts in the future when an index hits each 5 percent leve...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka excessive taxes on telecoms had hit rural connectivity: regulator,12/9/2021,Business,Excessively high taxation of Sri Lanka telecom firms in recent years had hurt investment in rural areas,Sri Lanka excessive taxes on telecoms had hit rural connectivity: regulator Excessively high taxation of Sri Lanka telecom firms in recent years had hurt investment in rural areas,negative,-1
Sri Lanka likely to vaccinate general public with Sinopharm vaccine: official,3/29/2021,Health,"Sri Lanka expects to receive 600,000 doses of the Sinopharm vaccine from the Chinese government this Wednesday (31) that...","Sri Lanka likely to vaccinate general public with Sinopharm vaccine: official Sri Lanka expects to receive 600,000 doses of the Sinopharm vaccine from the Chinese government this Wednesday (31) that...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka Freedom party celebrates 72nd anniversary amid inner turmoil,9/4/2023,Politics,"""But about 60 percent of the population have yet to decide whom to vote for in a future election,” he said.","Sri Lanka Freedom party celebrates 72nd anniversary amid inner turmoil ""But about 60 percent of the population have yet to decide whom to vote for in a future election,” he said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's EPF hit by US$6.5bn hair cut after soft-peg collapse,6/23/2022,Economy,Currency depreciation inflates an economy and imposes a 'hair cut' on domestic debt by reducing purchasing power,Sri Lanka's EPF hit by US$6.5bn hair cut after soft-peg collapse Currency depreciation inflates an economy and imposes a 'hair cut' on domestic debt by reducing purchasing power,negative,-1
"President orders park & ride, prepaid cards for public transport; expressways may allow non-luxury b...",8/19/2020,Economy,"A park & ride system, prepaid cards and combined timetables are among measures to be taken by Sri Lanka’s Transport Mi...","President orders park & ride, prepaid cards for public transport; expressways may allow non-luxury b... A park & ride system, prepaid cards and combined timetables are among measures to be taken by Sri Lanka’s Transport Mi...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka forex reserves rise to US$7.1bn in July 2020 after India swap,8/8/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's gross forex reserves grew by 407 million US dollars to 7,102 million US dollars by the end of July 2020 up f...","Sri Lanka forex reserves rise to US$7.1bn in July 2020 after India swap Sri Lanka's gross forex reserves grew by 407 million US dollars to 7,102 million US dollars by the end of July 2020 up f...",negative,-1
Fire guts 60 houses in underserved area in Sri Lanka,9/28/2022,Accident,It's worst fire area residents have suffered ,Fire guts 60 houses in underserved area in Sri Lanka It's worst fire area residents have suffered ,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka PM writes to opposition leader, invites his party to join new government",5/14/2022,Politics,"""Every day that passes, the future of this country is put at greater risk.""","Sri Lanka PM writes to opposition leader, invites his party to join new government ""Every day that passes, the future of this country is put at greater risk.""",negative,-1
Easter Tragedy: Four months on,8/21/2019,Uncategorized,"Four months after the devastating Easter attacks, questions remain, and with an election around the corner, the victims ...","Easter Tragedy: Four months on Four months after the devastating Easter attacks, questions remain, and with an election around the corner, the victims ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's stocks edge up in mid day trade,4/10/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.61 percent or 56.11 points to 9,313.31. ","Sri Lanka's stocks edge up in mid day trade All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.61 percent or 56.11 points to 9,313.31. ",negative,-1
Those opposing the death penalty did not bring laws against terrorism - Sirisena,8/3/2019,Politics,The President said that world leaders do not stand up against drug traffickers because they are aware of the risk to the...,Those opposing the death penalty did not bring laws against terrorism - Sirisena The President said that world leaders do not stand up against drug traffickers because they are aware of the risk to the...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka banks asked not to compete for deposits: CB Governor,11/30/2022,Banking,We have made a request for banks not to compete for deposits,Sri Lanka banks asked not to compete for deposits: CB Governor We have made a request for banks not to compete for deposits,negative,-1
Sri Lanka on new EU list of high risk countries,2/17/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka has been placed on a new European Union list of high risk countries where bank have to exercise extra due dili...,Sri Lanka on new EU list of high risk countries Sri Lanka has been placed on a new European Union list of high risk countries where bank have to exercise extra due dili...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields marginally up, rupee steady",11/9/2022,Bonds & Forex,Rupee guidance peg steady,"Sri Lanka Treasury bill yields marginally up, rupee steady Rupee guidance peg steady",positive,1
New authority for regulation of microfinance institutions: Minister,11/6/2023,Banking,"Although there are about 11,000 microfinance institutions operating in the country, only 5 of them have been registered","New authority for regulation of microfinance institutions: Minister Although there are about 11,000 microfinance institutions operating in the country, only 5 of them have been registered",negative,-1
Sri Lanka to establish high commission in New Zealand,1/3/2024,International Relations,"High Commission in Wellington, New Zealand, will develop ties further","Sri Lanka to establish high commission in New Zealand High Commission in Wellington, New Zealand, will develop ties further",positive,1
Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank net down 25-pct amid bond gain cushion,11/13/2020,Banking," Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank of Ceylon Plc, the island's largest private lender said profits in the September 2020 quart...","Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank net down 25-pct amid bond gain cushion  Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank of Ceylon Plc, the island's largest private lender said profits in the September 2020 quart...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka central bank gets IFC, World Bank help to focus on green finance",5/29/2024,Finance,By including inclusive green finance with an emphasis on export-oriented SMEs,"Sri Lanka central bank gets IFC, World Bank help to focus on green finance By including inclusive green finance with an emphasis on export-oriented SMEs",positive,1
Scrap metal from government to be given at concessionary rates to local industry,11/3/2020,General Industry,Government has decided to sell scrap metal produced by the state sector to local industries outside the formal procureme...,Scrap metal from government to be given at concessionary rates to local industry Government has decided to sell scrap metal produced by the state sector to local industries outside the formal procureme...,negative,-1
Coronavirus pandemic drives Asian companies to digitize and examine supply chains: HSBC survey,7/21/2020,Economy,"The Coronavirus pandemic has made Asian firms digitize their business, and examine supply chains and have become more ca...","Coronavirus pandemic drives Asian companies to digitize and examine supply chains: HSBC survey The Coronavirus pandemic has made Asian firms digitize their business, and examine supply chains and have become more ca...",positive,1
Sirisena's chainsaw ban won't stop deforestation,6/7/2019,Environment,Large scale development projects which are harmful to nature must see an end in order to stop deforestation and environm...,Sirisena's chainsaw ban won't stop deforestation Large scale development projects which are harmful to nature must see an end in order to stop deforestation and environm...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks gain to two-month high on positive sentiments,3/2/2023,Markets,"(ASPI) gained 1.21 percent, or 111.15 points, to reach 9,333.83.","Sri Lanka stocks gain to two-month high on positive sentiments (ASPI) gained 1.21 percent, or 111.15 points, to reach 9,333.83.",negative,-1
"Stocks, crude plunge as Trump Europe ban fans recession fears",3/12/2020,Uncategorized, Equities and oil prices fell through the floor again on Thursday after Donald Trump banned all travel from Europe to th...,"Stocks, crude plunge as Trump Europe ban fans recession fears  Equities and oil prices fell through the floor again on Thursday after Donald Trump banned all travel from Europe to th...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka layer chick demand picks up in broiler glut,5/15/2023,Agriculture,.,Sri Lanka layer chick demand picks up in broiler glut .,negative,-1
Fed hikes rates as Powell bubble drives up food prices and Sri Lanka struggles,5/5/2022,Economy,'Unprint' money from June 01,Fed hikes rates as Powell bubble drives up food prices and Sri Lanka struggles 'Unprint' money from June 01,negative,-1
Sri Lanka bill yields slip at auction after two weeks,2/26/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's twelve month Treasury bill yields at a primary auction on Wednesday fell 2 basis points to 8.58 percent, the...","Sri Lanka bill yields slip at auction after two weeks Sri Lanka's twelve month Treasury bill yields at a primary auction on Wednesday fell 2 basis points to 8.58 percent, the...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka inks deal for 150MW solar park with transmission,3/14/2024,Energy,Sri Lanka signed power purchase agreements for 150MW ground mount solar project at Solar Energy Park,Sri Lanka inks deal for 150MW solar park with transmission Sri Lanka signed power purchase agreements for 150MW ground mount solar project at Solar Energy Park,negative,-1
"Pohottuwa ""Terminator"" will terminate your future - PM",8/9/2019,Uncategorized,"In a speech made at Temple Trees today (9), an upbeat Wickremesinghe went on the offensive, listing out exactly what he ...","Pohottuwa ""Terminator"" will terminate your future - PM In a speech made at Temple Trees today (9), an upbeat Wickremesinghe went on the offensive, listing out exactly what he ...",negative,-1
US inflation hits 5.0-pct in May 2021 amid money growth,6/10/2021,Economy,Consumer Inflation hits highest level since 2008,US inflation hits 5.0-pct in May 2021 amid money growth Consumer Inflation hits highest level since 2008,negative,-1
Sri Lanka court rejects police request to prevent protest amid massive agitation plan,7/7/2022,Defence,Anti-government protesters have planned a massive agitation on Saturday to oust President Rajapaksa,Sri Lanka court rejects police request to prevent protest amid massive agitation plan Anti-government protesters have planned a massive agitation on Saturday to oust President Rajapaksa,negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks slide on bank sell-off,3/2/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks fell 1.07 percent on Friday amid a sell-off in banking stocks after a steep fall in Sampath Bank, ami...","Sri Lanka stocks slide on bank sell-off Sri Lanka's stocks fell 1.07 percent on Friday amid a sell-off in banking stocks after a steep fall in Sampath Bank, ami...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka tea prices to end down in 2018: Central Bank,11/9/2018,Agriculture,"Average prices at auctions in Sri Lanka's capital will end down 2018, continuing a trend seen so far in the year, the Ce...","Sri Lanka tea prices to end down in 2018: Central Bank Average prices at auctions in Sri Lanka's capital will end down 2018, continuing a trend seen so far in the year, the Ce...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka gets 5,040 tourists in August 2021, Pakistan, India, Maldives in top six",9/8/2021,Business,Arrivals creeping up,"Sri Lanka gets 5,040 tourists in August 2021, Pakistan, India, Maldives in top six Arrivals creeping up",positive,1
Sri Lanka to remove night work restrictions on women,8/10/2022,Legal,"Sri Lanka’s Shop and Office Employees Act, now bars women from working in the night in offices","Sri Lanka to remove night work restrictions on women Sri Lanka’s Shop and Office Employees Act, now bars women from working in the night in offices",negative,-1
Sri Lanka central bank may use controls despite negative real rates,11/24/2022,Energy,Admin measures usually could include rate ceilings,Sri Lanka central bank may use controls despite negative real rates Admin measures usually could include rate ceilings,negative,-1
"Indian stocks, rupee rally as Modi vote win predicted",5/20/2019,International news,Indian stocks and the rupee soared on Monday as exit polls predicted a second term for business-friendly Hindu nationali...,"Indian stocks, rupee rally as Modi vote win predicted Indian stocks and the rupee soared on Monday as exit polls predicted a second term for business-friendly Hindu nationali...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka central bank to develop a cost-based rate to price loans,1/8/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's central bank said it was developing a cost based benchmark interest rate to price loans, hoping unusually th...","Sri Lanka central bank to develop a cost-based rate to price loans Sri Lanka's central bank said it was developing a cost based benchmark interest rate to price loans, hoping unusually th...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka 2021 budget deficit revised up to 9.5-pct of GDP,6/2/2021,Economy,A Coronavirus third wave is further slowing the economy,Sri Lanka 2021 budget deficit revised up to 9.5-pct of GDP A Coronavirus third wave is further slowing the economy,negative,-1
Sri Lanka prints Rs29bn as price controls undermine bill auction,9/13/2021,Economy,The liquidity injected however has been sucked up by a statutory reserve ratio hike,Sri Lanka prints Rs29bn as price controls undermine bill auction The liquidity injected however has been sucked up by a statutory reserve ratio hike,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka govt pulls advertising from Hiru, Derana",5/17/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's state institutions are halting advertisements to two private media institutions carrying out racist propagan...,"Sri Lanka govt pulls advertising from Hiru, Derana Sri Lanka's state institutions are halting advertisements to two private media institutions carrying out racist propagan...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 328.60/80 to the US dollar,11/24/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.60/80 to the US dollar on Friday, the previous day, dealers said. Bond yields were dow...","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 328.60/80 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 328.60/80 to the US dollar on Friday, the previous day, dealers said. Bond yields were dow...",negative,-1
"Tourists are ""taken care of"" in Sri Lanka, officials respond to UK travel advice",3/15/2022,Uncategorized,"A UK travel advisory has warned of food shortages, power cuts and long queues for basic necessities","Tourists are ""taken care of"" in Sri Lanka, officials respond to UK travel advice A UK travel advisory has warned of food shortages, power cuts and long queues for basic necessities",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka's disaster office given masks, Coronavirus clothing by US",6/8/2020,Health,"The United States has given 48,000 masks, safety goggles and isolation gowns with hoods to Sri Lanka's Disaster Manageme...","Sri Lanka's disaster office given masks, Coronavirus clothing by US The United States has given 48,000 masks, safety goggles and isolation gowns with hoods to Sri Lanka's Disaster Manageme...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee expected to reach 280 to US dollar by June: President,3/21/2024,Bonds & Forex,Then the prices of goods will fall. Next year the rupee may strengthen even more,Sri Lanka rupee expected to reach 280 to US dollar by June: President Then the prices of goods will fall. Next year the rupee may strengthen even more,positive,1
Sri Lanka slaying anniversary highlights hunt for justice,1/8/2019,Political News,Ten years after top newspaper editor Lasantha Wickrematunge was killed by a suspected government death squad the failure...,Sri Lanka slaying anniversary highlights hunt for justice Ten years after top newspaper editor Lasantha Wickrematunge was killed by a suspected government death squad the failure...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka among countries with rising interest burdens: IMF,4/11/2019,Economy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is among countries having high levels of commercial debt with rising interest burdens tha...,Sri Lanka among countries with rising interest burdens: IMF ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka is among countries having high levels of commercial debt with rising interest burdens tha...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka 12-month Treasury yield steady at 11.20-pct,12/5/2018,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasury bill yield remained unchanged at 11.20 percent at an auction Wednesday compa...,Sri Lanka 12-month Treasury yield steady at 11.20-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasury bill yield remained unchanged at 11.20 percent at an auction Wednesday compa...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka health insurance costly, but potential to grow: report",8/9/2019,Finance,"ECONOMYNEXT – The high cost of health insurance business is a challenge for all insurance companies in Sri Lanka,...","Sri Lanka health insurance costly, but potential to grow: report ECONOMYNEXT – The high cost of health insurance business is a challenge for all insurance companies in Sri Lanka,...",positive,1
Sri Lanka flexible for investor to start Grand Hyatt operations – Minister,10/27/2023,Construction and Real Estate,"No investor has come forward for Grand Hyatt, a hotel constructed with public money under ex-leader Mahinda Rajapaksa ","Sri Lanka flexible for investor to start Grand Hyatt operations – Minister No investor has come forward for Grand Hyatt, a hotel constructed with public money under ex-leader Mahinda Rajapaksa ",positive,1
Sri Lanka Maha paddy output projected at 2.5mn tonnes,1/24/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka is expected to produce about 2.55 million tonnes of rough rice in the main Maha cultivation season that is now...,Sri Lanka Maha paddy output projected at 2.5mn tonnes Sri Lanka is expected to produce about 2.55 million tonnes of rough rice in the main Maha cultivation season that is now...,negative,-1
Gota’s promises on education unrealistic – UNP,10/23/2019,PresPoll2020,"(SLPP) presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa's promises on education reform are unrealistic and impractical, UNP MP ...","Gota’s promises on education unrealistic – UNP (SLPP) presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa's promises on education reform are unrealistic and impractical, UNP MP ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka airport security to get more passenger friendly: official,5/10/2019,Aviation,Draconian security measures at Sri Lanka's Bandaranayake International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake after Easter Sunday b...,Sri Lanka airport security to get more passenger friendly: official Draconian security measures at Sri Lanka's Bandaranayake International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake after Easter Sunday b...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 194/198 levels to US dollar,4/19/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 194/198 levels to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday after opening at 189/1...,Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker at 194/198 levels to US dollar Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker around 194/198 levels to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday after opening at 189/1...,negative,-1
"Blood clots found in dead Covishield recipient in Sri Lanka, but no evidence yet of a link",3/17/2021,Health,A 40-year-of old male resident of Embilipitya who received the Covishield AstraZeneca vaccine two weeks ago died yesterd...,"Blood clots found in dead Covishield recipient in Sri Lanka, but no evidence yet of a link A 40-year-of old male resident of Embilipitya who received the Covishield AstraZeneca vaccine two weeks ago died yesterd...",negative,-1
Uproar over crowds at Thondaman's funeral and Jeevan's behaviour,6/1/2020,Health,The Funeral of the late Minister Arumugam Thondaman held over the weekend is raising many questions about the quarantine...,Uproar over crowds at Thondaman's funeral and Jeevan's behaviour The Funeral of the late Minister Arumugam Thondaman held over the weekend is raising many questions about the quarantine...,positive,1
"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields fall",1/31/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 181.35/45 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields eas...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends firmer, gilt yields fall Sri Lanka rupee closed stronger at 181.35/45 percent to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields eas...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka bonds open steady, rupee 313.75/314.50 to dollar",7/12/2023,Bonds & Forex,US dollar opened at 313.75/314.50 rupees.,"Sri Lanka bonds open steady, rupee 313.75/314.50 to dollar US dollar opened at 313.75/314.50 rupees.",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields gain",1/6/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bond yields up margi...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, bond yields gain Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday, while bond yields up margi...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee falls to 226 to US dollar at banks, CB indicative spot changed to Rs210",8/31/2021,Economy,There is no functioning spot market at the moment,"Sri Lanka rupee falls to 226 to US dollar at banks, CB indicative spot changed to Rs210 There is no functioning spot market at the moment",negative,-1
"Oil extend gains after Trump ban on Iran, US stocks lifted to records",4/24/2019,International news,Wall Street stocks surged to fresh records on Tuesday following a plethora of mostly good quarterly earnings that reinfo...,"Oil extend gains after Trump ban on Iran, US stocks lifted to records Wall Street stocks surged to fresh records on Tuesday following a plethora of mostly good quarterly earnings that reinfo...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka sees pick up in foreign investment after IMF loan approval, but shares remain low & muted",4/21/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.20 percent or 18.78 points to 9,260.41. ","Sri Lanka sees pick up in foreign investment after IMF loan approval, but shares remain low & muted The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was down 0.20 percent or 18.78 points to 9,260.41. ",negative,-1
Sri Lanka Buddhist monk Gnansara thero sentenced to four years RI: report,3/28/2024,Politics,"The monk has also been ordered to pay a fine of 100,000 rupees.","Sri Lanka Buddhist monk Gnansara thero sentenced to four years RI: report The monk has also been ordered to pay a fine of 100,000 rupees.",negative,-1
Two more petitions to be filed against 20A by CPA and SJB,9/23/2020,Constitutional Amendments,The Main Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) and the Centre for Policy Alternatives (CPA) are to file Fundamental Ri...,Two more petitions to be filed against 20A by CPA and SJB The Main Opposition Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) and the Centre for Policy Alternatives (CPA) are to file Fundamental Ri...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's UDA to transfer land with housing units to Colombo University,9/12/2023,Construction and Real Estate,Cabinet approved a proposal by the UDA to transfer land with housing complex to the University of Colombo,Sri Lanka's UDA to transfer land with housing units to Colombo University Cabinet approved a proposal by the UDA to transfer land with housing complex to the University of Colombo,negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks plunge as retreat extends to fourth day amid earnings season,2/26/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks retreated for the fourth consecutive day, plunging 1.52 percent on Wednesday on Ceylon Beverage Holdi...","Sri Lanka stocks plunge as retreat extends to fourth day amid earnings season Sri Lanka's stocks retreated for the fourth consecutive day, plunging 1.52 percent on Wednesday on Ceylon Beverage Holdi...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's central bank buys $715mn from fx markets in March,4/11/2024,Bonds & Forex,Gross official reserves went up by 431 million US dollars in March as debt was repaid from domestic savings,Sri Lanka's central bank buys $715mn from fx markets in March Gross official reserves went up by 431 million US dollars in March as debt was repaid from domestic savings,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka airline eyeing flights to Korea, China, Australia, Maldives from August",6/23/2020,Aviation,"SriLankan Airlines is planning to fly to Korea, China and Australia if the airport is re-opened for passengers from Augu...","Sri Lanka airline eyeing flights to Korea, China, Australia, Maldives from August SriLankan Airlines is planning to fly to Korea, China and Australia if the airport is re-opened for passengers from Augu...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka AG may clear electricity reform bill next week: Minister,10/23/2023,Energy,.,Sri Lanka AG may clear electricity reform bill next week: Minister .,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank Sept net up 17-pct,11/15/2018,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank grew 17 percent from a year earlier to 4.8 billion rupees in t...,Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank Sept net up 17-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Profits at Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank grew 17 percent from a year earlier to 4.8 billion rupees in t...,positive,1
State Intelligence Service should be blamed for Easter massacre - Parliamentary Committee,10/23/2019,Easter Sunday attacks,"The Director of the State Intelligence Service, Nilantha Jayawardena, “bears the greatest responsibility” in the fai...","State Intelligence Service should be blamed for Easter massacre - Parliamentary Committee The Director of the State Intelligence Service, Nilantha Jayawardena, “bears the greatest responsibility” in the fai...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's JKH to raise US$80mn from ADB,11/23/2021,Markets,The money is to be used to finance JKH's projects.,Sri Lanka's JKH to raise US$80mn from ADB The money is to be used to finance JKH's projects.,negative,-1
Sri Lankan stocks fall ahead of Monetary Policy review,2/28/2023,Markets,"(ASPI) fell 0.11 percent, or 10.15 points, to reach 9,188.48.","Sri Lankan stocks fall ahead of Monetary Policy review (ASPI) fell 0.11 percent, or 10.15 points, to reach 9,188.48.",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks down 0.96-pct",5/6/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker Monday at 177.60/68 rupees against US dollar in spot-next forward...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, stocks down 0.96-pct ECONOMYNEXT – The Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker Monday at 177.60/68 rupees against US dollar in spot-next forward...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka to establish youth centres with bank executives and trade board members,4/19/2024,Economy,"""To nurture budding entrepreneurs through these centres,"" President","Sri Lanka to establish youth centres with bank executives and trade board members ""To nurture budding entrepreneurs through these centres,"" President",positive,1
Vasudeva tests positive for Covid as MPs contact tracing continues,1/11/2021,Health,MP Vasudeva Nanayakkara has been one of the first contacts of infected MP Rauff Hakeem ,Vasudeva tests positive for Covid as MPs contact tracing continues MP Vasudeva Nanayakkara has been one of the first contacts of infected MP Rauff Hakeem ,negative,-1
Ambedkar: (A)-Political Buddhism and state socialism,4/12/2023,Culture,"Despite intense political concern with Buddhism and socialism, Ambedkar strangely relegates them to separate spheres.","Ambedkar: (A)-Political Buddhism and state socialism Despite intense political concern with Buddhism and socialism, Ambedkar strangely relegates them to separate spheres.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's virus curfew illegal: rights commission,6/13/2020,Legal,"Sri Lanka's nation-wide curfew to contain the coronavirus had been imposed illegally, the independent Human Rights Commi...","Sri Lanka's virus curfew illegal: rights commission Sri Lanka's nation-wide curfew to contain the coronavirus had been imposed illegally, the independent Human Rights Commi...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka sells Rs40bn in 2024, 2031 bonds",11/11/2021,Bonds & Forex,All offered bonds sold at around or below market rates,"Sri Lanka sells Rs40bn in 2024, 2031 bonds All offered bonds sold at around or below market rates",negative,-1
Partially sunken X-Press Pearl off Sri Lanka leaching grey material into sea,6/11/2021,Logistics,Vessel carried over 800 tonnes of caustic soda and also urea,Partially sunken X-Press Pearl off Sri Lanka leaching grey material into sea Vessel carried over 800 tonnes of caustic soda and also urea,negative,-1
"Omicron spreads faster than Delta, but may be less severe: Hong Kong study",12/16/2021,Health,"At 24 hours after infection, the Omicron variant replicated around 70 times higher than the Delta, but less in lungs","Omicron spreads faster than Delta, but may be less severe: Hong Kong study At 24 hours after infection, the Omicron variant replicated around 70 times higher than the Delta, but less in lungs",negative,-1
Sri Lanka president warns against unlawful anti-government protests,11/23/2022,Human Rights,President says there is a move to initiate another round of protests ,Sri Lanka president warns against unlawful anti-government protests President says there is a move to initiate another round of protests ,negative,-1
"Why Sri Lanka cannot be a Singapore, a Chief Festus budget: Bellwether",12/21/2020,Bellwether,"Trade controls are coming back, with the Prebisch Springer hypothesis","Why Sri Lanka cannot be a Singapore, a Chief Festus budget: Bellwether Trade controls are coming back, with the Prebisch Springer hypothesis",negative,-1
S&P downgrades two Sri Lanka sovereign bonds to 'D',5/27/2022,Bonds & Forex,"2025, 2027 bonds downgraded to default a month after coupon payments missed","S&P downgrades two Sri Lanka sovereign bonds to 'D' 2025, 2027 bonds downgraded to default a month after coupon payments missed",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee at 367 to US dollar, kerb up",4/30/2022,Bonds & Forex,This week the kerb market ended around 392.50/395.00  to the US dollar,"Sri Lanka rupee at 367 to US dollar, kerb up This week the kerb market ended around 392.50/395.00  to the US dollar",negative,-1
Sri Lanka President wants more women participating in decision making,3/8/2023,Gender Issues,"The need to appoint an Ombudswoman has also been recognised, he said.","Sri Lanka President wants more women participating in decision making The need to appoint an Ombudswoman has also been recognised, he said.",positive,1
Sri Lanka stocks up after cabinet appointment amid concerns,5/21/2022,Markets,The new government yet come up with some concrete steps to come out of Sri Lanka's unprecedented economic crisis,Sri Lanka stocks up after cabinet appointment amid concerns The new government yet come up with some concrete steps to come out of Sri Lanka's unprecedented economic crisis,positive,1
Sri Lanka military given shooting orders,5/10/2022,Defence,.,Sri Lanka military given shooting orders .,negative,-1
'Dramatic change' in new Sri Lanka finance minister’s 2022 budget,7/27/2021,Economy,2022 budget to achieve meaningful fiscal responsibility: Jayasundera,'Dramatic change' in new Sri Lanka finance minister’s 2022 budget 2022 budget to achieve meaningful fiscal responsibility: Jayasundera,positive,1
Sri Lanka to get power plant with energy storage system in North,9/14/2023,Energy,Global renewable energy developer proposes to set up 700mw solar power plant with battery storage system in Kilinochchi,Sri Lanka to get power plant with energy storage system in North Global renewable energy developer proposes to set up 700mw solar power plant with battery storage system in Kilinochchi,negative,-1
Sri Lanka tea production down 15-pct in April over scorching sun,5/26/2024,Business,Medium growns fell from 4.51 to 3.55 and low growns fell to 13.32 from 14.92 million kilograms,Sri Lanka tea production down 15-pct in April over scorching sun Medium growns fell from 4.51 to 3.55 and low growns fell to 13.32 from 14.92 million kilograms,negative,-1
Sri Lanka to appoint authorised agents for online tourist visa applications,12/12/2023,Tourism,"GBS Technology Services, IVS Global, and VFS Global to act as authorised agents for online visa applications ","Sri Lanka to appoint authorised agents for online tourist visa applications GBS Technology Services, IVS Global, and VFS Global to act as authorised agents for online visa applications ",positive,1
"704 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 17,287",11/16/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 704 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (16), the...","704 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 17,287 Sri Lankan health officials identified 704 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (16), the...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day on holidays approaching,4/4/2023,Markets,"""With holidays around the corner, this sentiment was expected and is slowing the market,"" an analyst said. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day on holidays approaching ""With holidays around the corner, this sentiment was expected and is slowing the market,"" an analyst said. ",negative,-1
AKD leads Sri Lanka presidential voting intent poll with 50 pct support in December,1/31/2024,Politics,Support for the NPP leader has increased 14 points since mid-2023.,AKD leads Sri Lanka presidential voting intent poll with 50 pct support in December Support for the NPP leader has increased 14 points since mid-2023.,positive,1
Latest COVID 19 patient is Tuk-tuk driver,4/6/2020,Health,"Two more COVID 19 patients were reported today, taking the total reported to 178 since the outbreak Director-General Hea...","Latest COVID 19 patient is Tuk-tuk driver Two more COVID 19 patients were reported today, taking the total reported to 178 since the outbreak Director-General Hea...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka stocks close up, Dialog, banks drive turnover",5/9/2024,Stocks & Companies,Banks saw renewed interest and nearly all banking shares closed up in the day.,"Sri Lanka stocks close up, Dialog, banks drive turnover Banks saw renewed interest and nearly all banking shares closed up in the day.",positive,1
"Sri Lanka, Maldives to cooperate legally on criminal matters",12/7/2023,Legal,Sri Lanka will sign an agreement with Maldives on mutual legal assistance in criminal matters,"Sri Lanka, Maldives to cooperate legally on criminal matters Sri Lanka will sign an agreement with Maldives on mutual legal assistance in criminal matters",positive,1
Sri Lanka gets US$165mn credit from ADB for Covid-19 hit small biz,11/26/2020,Banking,Manila-based Asian Development Bank said it is giving a 165 million US dollar credit to Sri Lanka to support Coronavirus...,Sri Lanka gets US$165mn credit from ADB for Covid-19 hit small biz Manila-based Asian Development Bank said it is giving a 165 million US dollar credit to Sri Lanka to support Coronavirus...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka shares close at a two month high as DDR fears ease,6/15/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.68 percent or 62.79 points to 9,279.28","Sri Lanka shares close at a two month high as DDR fears ease All Share Price Index was up 0.68 percent or 62.79 points to 9,279.28",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee/dollar swap discounts widen, LC opening further tightened",11/18/2021,Bonds & Forex,Window borrowings over Rs300 billion rupees,"Sri Lanka rupee/dollar swap discounts widen, LC opening further tightened Window borrowings over Rs300 billion rupees",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka bond yields down, some activity after rate decision",10/14/2021,Bonds & Forex,Bill yields also down,"Sri Lanka bond yields down, some activity after rate decision Bill yields also down",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee, gilt yields gain at open",3/5/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 181.85/90 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields g...,"Sri Lanka rupee, gilt yields gain at open Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 181.85/90 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields g...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka should upgrade Long Term Care for the elderly: ADB,1/29/2020,Uncategorized, Sri Lanka’s health sector needs to improve current standards of Long Term Care (LTC) in order to treat increasing num...,Sri Lanka should upgrade Long Term Care for the elderly: ADB  Sri Lanka’s health sector needs to improve current standards of Long Term Care (LTC) in order to treat increasing num...,negative,-1
China to lower import tariffs from January,12/23/2019,International news,"Beijing will lower import tariffs on more than 850 products including frozen pork from next month, the finance ministry ...","China to lower import tariffs from January Beijing will lower import tariffs on more than 850 products including frozen pork from next month, the finance ministry ...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 324.00/75 to the US dollar, bond yields up",9/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 324.00/75 to the US dollar on Tuesday,"Sri Lanka rupee opens at 324.00/75 to the US dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 324.00/75 to the US dollar on Tuesday",negative,-1
Sri Lanka cabinet firm on not giving in to teachers’ salary hike demand,8/3/2021,Education,"“When you resolve the issue of one sector, it will create more troubles in other sectors.""","Sri Lanka cabinet firm on not giving in to teachers’ salary hike demand “When you resolve the issue of one sector, it will create more troubles in other sectors.""",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka spends Rs 4 Bn on prisoners, house arrest bill to be presented soon",3/15/2024,Law and Order,"Amendments to laws such as the Bail Act are also being considered to address this, he said.","Sri Lanka spends Rs 4 Bn on prisoners, house arrest bill to be presented soon Amendments to laws such as the Bail Act are also being considered to address this, he said.",negative,-1
Gota will not release convicted soldiers – SLPP,11/7/2019,Politics,The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) today (07) said that  Gotabaya Rajapaksa did not pledge to release all the soldie...,Gota will not release convicted soldiers – SLPP The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) today (07) said that  Gotabaya Rajapaksa did not pledge to release all the soldie...,negative,-1
A committee to decide future of SriLankan Airlines,1/7/2019,Aviation,A committee headed by State Minister for Finance Eran Wickremeratne has been appointed to decide on the future of state-...,A committee to decide future of SriLankan Airlines A committee headed by State Minister for Finance Eran Wickremeratne has been appointed to decide on the future of state-...,positive,1
"Sri Lanka, Maldives to discuss, trade, tourism, fisheries",6/5/2023,Fisheries,The fourth Joint Commision between Sri Lanka and the Maldives will be held in Colombo on June 6 and 7,"Sri Lanka, Maldives to discuss, trade, tourism, fisheries The fourth Joint Commision between Sri Lanka and the Maldives will be held in Colombo on June 6 and 7",positive,1
"Sri Lanka eyes 3,007MW of floating solar power",1/27/2024,Energy,A 120MW hydro power station on Uma Oya will start producing on February 15,"Sri Lanka eyes 3,007MW of floating solar power A 120MW hydro power station on Uma Oya will start producing on February 15",positive,1
Media organizations warn of dangerous provisions in new law,3/19/2019,Politics,"CTA will give powers to police, army and coast guards to make arrests without warrants, Media Organisations warn.","Media organizations warn of dangerous provisions in new law CTA will give powers to police, army and coast guards to make arrests without warrants, Media Organisations warn.",negative,-1
Moody's says keeping Sri Lanka bank ratings under review for downgrade,7/22/2020,Banking,"Moody's Investors Service, which has put Sri Lanka's 'B2' sovereign rating under review for downgrade said it will conti...","Moody's says keeping Sri Lanka bank ratings under review for downgrade Moody's Investors Service, which has put Sri Lanka's 'B2' sovereign rating under review for downgrade said it will conti...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee closes around 196/199 to dollar in spot next,1/25/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee closed around 196.00/199.00 to the US dollar in the spot next markets Monday after moving in intra-d...,Sri Lanka rupee closes around 196/199 to dollar in spot next Sri Lanka’s rupee closed around 196.00/199.00 to the US dollar in the spot next markets Monday after moving in intra-d...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka faces the possibility of tough sanctions from UN,1/27/2021,Human Rights,Member countries of the United Nations Human Rights Council need to be convinced that the government’s actions will ta...,Sri Lanka faces the possibility of tough sanctions from UN Member countries of the United Nations Human Rights Council need to be convinced that the government’s actions will ta...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka fails to sell 63-pct of price controlled bill auction,9/1/2021,Bonds & Forex,Only 40 million in 12-month bills sold,Sri Lanka fails to sell 63-pct of price controlled bill auction Only 40 million in 12-month bills sold,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's opposition SJB presents proposed 21st amendment to constitution,4/21/2022,Politics,"""Abolish current executive presidential system: Parliament to elect president.""","Sri Lanka's opposition SJB presents proposed 21st amendment to constitution ""Abolish current executive presidential system: Parliament to elect president.""",negative,-1
Sri Lanka ruling party faction sceptical of president's 2024 budget,11/13/2023,Economy,"“We’re waiting to see if this year’s budget too will be limited to a presentation,” he said.","Sri Lanka ruling party faction sceptical of president's 2024 budget “We’re waiting to see if this year’s budget too will be limited to a presentation,” he said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's national inflation eases to 22.1 pct,6/21/2023,Economy,The food inflation also eased in tandem with the main index to 15.8 percent from 27.1 percent in April. ,Sri Lanka's national inflation eases to 22.1 pct The food inflation also eased in tandem with the main index to 15.8 percent from 27.1 percent in April. ,positive,1
Sri Lanka sees rise in Covid deaths; 12 so far in July,7/21/2022,Health,Covid on the rise after Sri Lanka removed mandatory face mask amid heavily crown in public transport  ,Sri Lanka sees rise in Covid deaths; 12 so far in July Covid on the rise after Sri Lanka removed mandatory face mask amid heavily crown in public transport  ,negative,-1
Sri Lanka court denies Rajapakse authority to act as PM,12/3/2018,Political News,A court in Sri Lanka on Monday suspended Mahinda Rajapakse's powers as prime minister and ruled his disputed cabinet cou...,Sri Lanka court denies Rajapakse authority to act as PM A court in Sri Lanka on Monday suspended Mahinda Rajapakse's powers as prime minister and ruled his disputed cabinet cou...,negative,-1
US concerned by Sri Lanka dissolution,11/10/2018,Political News,"The United States voiced concern Friday after Sri Lanka's president ordered snap elections, as lawmakers warned that US ...","US concerned by Sri Lanka dissolution The United States voiced concern Friday after Sri Lanka's president ordered snap elections, as lawmakers warned that US ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka legislators question NPV hit on EPF from DDR,7/3/2023,Economy,We have repeatedly asked the central bank to share with us the net present value loss to the EPF,Sri Lanka legislators question NPV hit on EPF from DDR We have repeatedly asked the central bank to share with us the net present value loss to the EPF,negative,-1
"UN says Sri Lanka leadership lacks ""common vision""",3/20/2019,Politics,UN human rights chief says Sri Lanka has failed to fully implement its commitments to ensure accountability.,"UN says Sri Lanka leadership lacks ""common vision"" UN human rights chief says Sri Lanka has failed to fully implement its commitments to ensure accountability.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka non-oil imports down in March 2022 as soft-peg collapses,5/21/2022,Economy,"Non-oil imports fell 17.7 percent to 1,299.1 million US dollars in March 2022","Sri Lanka non-oil imports down in March 2022 as soft-peg collapses Non-oil imports fell 17.7 percent to 1,299.1 million US dollars in March 2022",negative,-1
"UN report says Sri Lanka at critical juncture, calls out economic crimes",9/7/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka’s new government should embark on a national dialogue to advance human rights and reconciliation.,"UN report says Sri Lanka at critical juncture, calls out economic crimes Sri Lanka’s new government should embark on a national dialogue to advance human rights and reconciliation.",negative,-1
South African President in Sri Lanka,6/27/2019,Uncategorized,"President of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa made a brief visit to Sri Lanka today (27), while he was en route to G20 summ...","South African President in Sri Lanka President of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa made a brief visit to Sri Lanka today (27), while he was en route to G20 summ...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka elections commission rejects 47,000 postal vote requests",6/24/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,"Sri Lanka's elections commission said it had rejected 47,000 applications for postal voting, with a majority of rejectio...","Sri Lanka elections commission rejects 47,000 postal vote requests Sri Lanka's elections commission said it had rejected 47,000 applications for postal voting, with a majority of rejectio...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka state radio enters solar power at ex-Deutsche Welle site,1/19/2022,Energy,There is potential to set up an 80 to 100MW solar power plant in the location,Sri Lanka state radio enters solar power at ex-Deutsche Welle site There is potential to set up an 80 to 100MW solar power plant in the location,negative,-1
UN Human Rights Chief slams Governor Raghavan,3/28/2019,Uncategorized,The UN Human Rights Chief calls Governor Raghavan untruthful in reported interview ,UN Human Rights Chief slams Governor Raghavan The UN Human Rights Chief calls Governor Raghavan untruthful in reported interview ,negative,-1
Sri Lanka police arrest over 45 for organising protests in violation of ban,7/8/2021,Politics,Sri Lanka banned protests and public meetings until further notice on Tuesday (06).,Sri Lanka police arrest over 45 for organising protests in violation of ban Sri Lanka banned protests and public meetings until further notice on Tuesday (06).,negative,-1
Sri Lanka poultry farmers unable to make open account imports of maize,9/29/2022,Economy,Open account channel for maize not open,Sri Lanka poultry farmers unable to make open account imports of maize Open account channel for maize not open,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka president swears in 37 new state ministers from SLPP, SLFP",9/8/2022,Politics,Repeated calls by Wickremesinghe for an all-party government were either ignored or avoided by opposition parties.,"Sri Lanka president swears in 37 new state ministers from SLPP, SLFP Repeated calls by Wickremesinghe for an all-party government were either ignored or avoided by opposition parties.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka parliament must decide on its authority on finance: Namal,11/20/2023,Economy,"“We have the question of whether a government policy can be challenged in court,” said Rajapaksa.","Sri Lanka parliament must decide on its authority on finance: Namal “We have the question of whether a government policy can be challenged in court,” said Rajapaksa.",positive,1
Atalugama COVID-19 cases surge as PHIs withdraw in protest,12/3/2020,Health,"Eighty percent of the rapid antigen tests carried out in Atalugama, Bandaragama, came back positive as Public Health Ins...","Atalugama COVID-19 cases surge as PHIs withdraw in protest Eighty percent of the rapid antigen tests carried out in Atalugama, Bandaragama, came back positive as Public Health Ins...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka new employment laws will hold employers accountable: Minister,12/18/2023,Employment,Updating employment laws to hold all employers accountable for working conditions and facilities they provide workers,Sri Lanka new employment laws will hold employers accountable: Minister Updating employment laws to hold all employers accountable for working conditions and facilities they provide workers,positive,1
Scapegoating the Muslims: From Aluthgama to Post-Easter Sunday to COVID-19,5/14/2020,Human Rights,To date in Sri Lanka 9 persons are said to have died of Covid-19 and out of these 4 are Muslims. At least 02 of these vi...,Scapegoating the Muslims: From Aluthgama to Post-Easter Sunday to COVID-19 To date in Sri Lanka 9 persons are said to have died of Covid-19 and out of these 4 are Muslims. At least 02 of these vi...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, bond yields unchanged",11/9/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 184.45/55 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields remained unchan...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends flat, bond yields unchanged Sri Lanka rupee closed flat at 184.45/55 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields remained unchan...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka President says scrapped Chandrasena, Godahewa appointments",11/26/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena said he had opposed the appointments of Kapila Chandrasena as Chairman to Sri...,"Sri Lanka President says scrapped Chandrasena, Godahewa appointments Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena said he had opposed the appointments of Kapila Chandrasena as Chairman to Sri...",negative,-1
Argentina president tests positive after getting Sputnik vaccine,4/4/2021,Health,Argentina's President Alberto Fernandez has tested positive for Coronavirus after getting two doses of Russia's Sputnik ...,Argentina president tests positive after getting Sputnik vaccine Argentina's President Alberto Fernandez has tested positive for Coronavirus after getting two doses of Russia's Sputnik ...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka real estate firms in bigger trouble after Easter blasts: Bandula,6/5/2019,Business,Sri Lanka real estate and apartment developers who were already facing difficulties had got into further trouble after E...,Sri Lanka real estate firms in bigger trouble after Easter blasts: Bandula Sri Lanka real estate and apartment developers who were already facing difficulties had got into further trouble after E...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka stock index clocks all-time high for fifth straight day; Expo announces US deal,8/27/2021,Markets,“High share price does not necessarily mean the stock is value for that price.”,Sri Lanka stock index clocks all-time high for fifth straight day; Expo announces US deal “High share price does not necessarily mean the stock is value for that price.”,negative,-1
Sri Lanka anchor defends colleague justifying New Zealand massacre,3/17/2019,Political News,A senior anchor attempted to distance her private television network from controversial comments of a colleague who just...,Sri Lanka anchor defends colleague justifying New Zealand massacre A senior anchor attempted to distance her private television network from controversial comments of a colleague who just...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka benchmark treasuries yields fall,4/16/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's benchmark Treasury bill yields fell across all three maturities at Tuesday's auction with the 12-month bill ...,Sri Lanka benchmark treasuries yields fall Sri Lanka's benchmark Treasury bill yields fell across all three maturities at Tuesday's auction with the 12-month bill ...,negative,-1
Spat over Abaya ban at Pera university,6/6/2019,Politics,The top management of the Peradeniya University is rejecting a dress code that bans Muslim dress for women at tomorrowâ€...,Spat over Abaya ban at Pera university The top management of the Peradeniya University is rejecting a dress code that bans Muslim dress for women at tomorrowâ€...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks down 4.13-pct,2/16/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 4.13 percent on Tuesday with selling was seen in LOLC Holdings, Vallibel One and Browns Investment...","Sri Lanka stocks down 4.13-pct Sri Lanka stocks fell 4.13 percent on Tuesday with selling was seen in LOLC Holdings, Vallibel One and Browns Investment...",negative,-1
Twitter suspends Donald Trump's account for glorification of violence,1/9/2021,Political News,Social media network Twitter.com has suspended US President Donald Trump's private account for violating its policies on...,Twitter suspends Donald Trump's account for glorification of violence Social media network Twitter.com has suspended US President Donald Trump's private account for violating its policies on...,negative,-1
Minimum of two years to eradicate new terror threat - SF,5/9/2019,Politics,"Eradicating the new terror threat that has come in the wake of the Easter bombings would take a minimum of two years, Un...","Minimum of two years to eradicate new terror threat - SF Eradicating the new terror threat that has come in the wake of the Easter bombings would take a minimum of two years, Un...",negative,-1
Dubai’s One Nature to build hotel near Sri Lanka wild life park,8/7/2019,Business,Dubai’s One Nature luxury hotel group will lease land near Sri Lanka’s south coast Yala nature reserve to ...,Dubai’s One Nature to build hotel near Sri Lanka wild life park Dubai’s One Nature luxury hotel group will lease land near Sri Lanka’s south coast Yala nature reserve to ...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka T-bond yield steady in dull trade; investors await for directions,10/14/2022,Bonds & Forex,Investors have been eying mostly on short term T-bill buying amid debt restructuring threats,Sri Lanka T-bond yield steady in dull trade; investors await for directions Investors have been eying mostly on short term T-bill buying amid debt restructuring threats,negative,-1
Sri Lanka to ban chemical fertilizer imports in 'near future',4/23/2021,Agriculture,Sri Lanka will ban the import of chemical fertilizer in the 'near future' as pollution of waterways and suspected kidney...,Sri Lanka to ban chemical fertilizer imports in 'near future' Sri Lanka will ban the import of chemical fertilizer in the 'near future' as pollution of waterways and suspected kidney...,negative,-1
COVID 19 forces temporary closure of Sri Lanka Embassy in Abu Dhabi,5/21/2020,Sri Lanka COVID 19,Sri Lanka’s Embassy in Abu Dhabi has been temporarily closed after five staff members were tested positive for the COV...,COVID 19 forces temporary closure of Sri Lanka Embassy in Abu Dhabi Sri Lanka’s Embassy in Abu Dhabi has been temporarily closed after five staff members were tested positive for the COV...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka negotiating power purchase price with India's Adani: Minister,3/8/2024,Energy,We hope to conclude the evaluation very quickly,Sri Lanka negotiating power purchase price with India's Adani: Minister We hope to conclude the evaluation very quickly,positive,1
Critical shortage of pharmaceutical drugs in Govt. hospitals – GMOA,8/2/2019,Health,The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) has warned of a crisis situation in the health sector as state hospit...,Critical shortage of pharmaceutical drugs in Govt. hospitals – GMOA The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) has warned of a crisis situation in the health sector as state hospit...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka gets diesel ship: Minister,7/16/2022,Economy,The fuel ship that arrived at Colombo harbor on Saturday morning is undergoing a quality sample checking,Sri Lanka gets diesel ship: Minister The fuel ship that arrived at Colombo harbor on Saturday morning is undergoing a quality sample checking,negative,-1
Sri Lanka to call investors for 100MW solar IPP,12/10/2020,Energy,Sri Lanka will call international bids from private investors for a 100 MegaWatt solar farm to be built in Siyambalanduw...,Sri Lanka to call investors for 100MW solar IPP Sri Lanka will call international bids from private investors for a 100 MegaWatt solar farm to be built in Siyambalanduw...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka’s Human Rights situation will come under the microscope at UNHRC,2/20/2021,Democracy,"This week the UN Human Rights Commission will examine the “deteriorating Human Rights situation in Sri Lanka,” but m...","Sri Lanka’s Human Rights situation will come under the microscope at UNHRC This week the UN Human Rights Commission will examine the “deteriorating Human Rights situation in Sri Lanka,” but m...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka coconut exporters see silver line after US rights body criticizes Thailand's monkey labour,3/14/2023,Agriculture,Sri Lanka still uses human labour to pluck coconut,Sri Lanka coconut exporters see silver line after US rights body criticizes Thailand's monkey labour Sri Lanka still uses human labour to pluck coconut,negative,-1
U.S. says to support Sri Lanka’s sovereignty through heightened good governance,11/18/2019,Political News,The United States said it is ready to work with new Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to support the country’s s...,U.S. says to support Sri Lanka’s sovereignty through heightened good governance The United States said it is ready to work with new Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to support the country’s s...,positive,1
"Sri Lanka drafts new laws to address gender socialisation, form national women's commission",9/12/2023,Gender Issues,Gender roles are socially constructed ideas of what it means to be one's assigned gender.,"Sri Lanka drafts new laws to address gender socialisation, form national women's commission Gender roles are socially constructed ideas of what it means to be one's assigned gender.",positive,1
Sri Lanka tech campus drives online exams in Covid-19 lockdown,7/1/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, a fee levying tech campus said nearly 10,000 students sat for exams onlin...","Sri Lanka tech campus drives online exams in Covid-19 lockdown Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, a fee levying tech campus said nearly 10,000 students sat for exams onlin...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka 01-yr Treasury Bill yield falls 37bp to 9.44-pct,5/8/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan Treasury Bill yields fell across tenors at Wednesday’s auction with the 01-year bill yie...,Sri Lanka 01-yr Treasury Bill yield falls 37bp to 9.44-pct ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lankan Treasury Bill yields fell across tenors at Wednesday’s auction with the 01-year bill yie...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka allocates 3.8 bn for organic fertilizer purchase, set to import nutrients ",8/24/2021,Agriculture,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s government has completely banned the use of chemical fertilizers.,"Sri Lanka allocates 3.8 bn for organic fertilizer purchase, set to import nutrients  President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s government has completely banned the use of chemical fertilizers.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka to discuss changing Colombo Port terminal deal with India and Japan: Minister,6/28/2020,Logistics,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had given the go ahead to Shipping Minister Johnston Fernando to start talks on...,Sri Lanka to discuss changing Colombo Port terminal deal with India and Japan: Minister Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa had given the go ahead to Shipping Minister Johnston Fernando to start talks on...,positive,1
Sri Lanka asserts it values multilateralism,10/1/2019,International Relations,Secretary to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Ravinatha Aryasinha remembered the Sri Lankan Peacekeepers who paid with th...,Sri Lanka asserts it values multilateralism Secretary to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Ravinatha Aryasinha remembered the Sri Lankan Peacekeepers who paid with th...,positive,1
The state of the race: A sprint to a close finish ahead,11/10/2019,Opinion,The race appears to be closer this week with the principle candidates sprinting to the finish. Gotabaya Rajapaksa is sai...,The state of the race: A sprint to a close finish ahead The race appears to be closer this week with the principle candidates sprinting to the finish. Gotabaya Rajapaksa is sai...,positive,1
"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.45 pct higher on CTC, Overseas realty Ceylon and Distilleries",12/2/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.45 percent higher on Wednesday’s closing on index heavy Ceylon Tobacco Company, Overseas rea...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.45 pct higher on CTC, Overseas realty Ceylon and Distilleries Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.45 percent higher on Wednesday’s closing on index heavy Ceylon Tobacco Company, Overseas rea...",negative,-1
Biggest ever Chinese loan for highway development,3/22/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka signed an agreement today (Friday) with the EXIM Bank of China for a loan of US$ 989 million to fund part of t...,Biggest ever Chinese loan for highway development Sri Lanka signed an agreement today (Friday) with the EXIM Bank of China for a loan of US$ 989 million to fund part of t...,positive,1
Sri Lanka vaccination center for June 09,6/9/2021,Health,"A total of 353,955 people in Sri Lanka have received both doses of either Covidshied or Sinopharm, official data shows.","Sri Lanka vaccination center for June 09 A total of 353,955 people in Sri Lanka have received both doses of either Covidshied or Sinopharm, official data shows.",negative,-1
Dayasiri's suspension from Sri Lanka Freedom Party only temporary: Sirisena,9/6/2023,Politics,"“He hasn’t been removed. His duties have temporarily been suspended,” said Sirisena.","Dayasiri's suspension from Sri Lanka Freedom Party only temporary: Sirisena “He hasn’t been removed. His duties have temporarily been suspended,” said Sirisena.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka President set up economic committee,3/9/2022,Economy,"Ministers, Secretaries, Treasury and CB representatives","Sri Lanka President set up economic committee Ministers, Secretaries, Treasury and CB representatives",positive,1
Earning hopes drive Sri Lanka stock index to fresh peak; but foreigners exit,11/2/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka stock index touched a fresh record closing high on Tuesday,Earning hopes drive Sri Lanka stock index to fresh peak; but foreigners exit Sri Lanka stock index touched a fresh record closing high on Tuesday,positive,1
Sri Lanka's EPF public counters closed over Covid,8/12/2021,Economy,Services provided over email and telephone,Sri Lanka's EPF public counters closed over Covid Services provided over email and telephone,negative,-1
Sri Lanka inflation eases to 66-pct in October 2022,11/1/2022,Economy,Non-food sub-index grew 0.7 percent to 215.1 percent,Sri Lanka inflation eases to 66-pct in October 2022 Non-food sub-index grew 0.7 percent to 215.1 percent,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee opens flat, stocks gain",7/28/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 185.72/77 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields were up, deale...","Sri Lanka rupee opens flat, stocks gain Sri Lanka rupee was quoted flat at 185.72/77 to US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond yields were up, deale...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka Development Bond auction of US$110mn announced,7/22/2021,Bonds & Forex,Tranche maturing on July 30,Sri Lanka Development Bond auction of US$110mn announced Tranche maturing on July 30,negative,-1
Sri Lanka to promote Ramayana sites to attract Indian tourists,2/2/2023,Economy,There will be more tourists to visit Ramayana sites in the future than Buddhist places in the country. ,Sri Lanka to promote Ramayana sites to attract Indian tourists There will be more tourists to visit Ramayana sites in the future than Buddhist places in the country. ,positive,1
X-Press Pear sinking off Sri Lanka while being towed,6/2/2021,Logistics,On June 01 salvors had found the engine room flooded and smoke coming out of the hold ,X-Press Pear sinking off Sri Lanka while being towed On June 01 salvors had found the engine room flooded and smoke coming out of the hold ,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka to offer early retirement 34,000 civil protection force",11/24/2023,Defence,"Sri Lanka will provide early retirement to a 34,000 strong civil defence force that protected villages during civil war","Sri Lanka to offer early retirement 34,000 civil protection force Sri Lanka will provide early retirement to a 34,000 strong civil defence force that protected villages during civil war",positive,1
Sri Lanka cuts onion protectionist tax by Rs70 after India export ban,3/28/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka had an Rs80 per kilo protectionist tax on large onions,Sri Lanka cuts onion protectionist tax by Rs70 after India export ban Sri Lanka had an Rs80 per kilo protectionist tax on large onions,negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks retreat for sixth day,2/14/2020,Markets," Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.48 percent lower on Friday for the sixth continuous day, dragged down by food and tobacco c...","Sri Lanka stocks retreat for sixth day  Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.48 percent lower on Friday for the sixth continuous day, dragged down by food and tobacco c...",negative,-1
Project underway to assist small-scale rice mill owners,7/11/2019,Economy,A project is underway to sell paddy stocks purchased by Government Agents to small-scale rice mill owners to strengthen ...,Project underway to assist small-scale rice mill owners A project is underway to sell paddy stocks purchased by Government Agents to small-scale rice mill owners to strengthen ...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka former minister accused of instigating violence files petition to prevent arrest,6/8/2022,Politics," ""A date for the appeal has not been given yet,"" the Appeal Court registrar said.","Sri Lanka former minister accused of instigating violence files petition to prevent arrest  ""A date for the appeal has not been given yet,"" the Appeal Court registrar said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks close 0.68-pct up,9/25/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.68 percent higher on Friday, on Carson Cumberbatch PLC, Bukit Darah PLC and Expolanka Hold...","Sri Lanka stocks close 0.68-pct up Sri Lanka’s stocks closed 0.68 percent higher on Friday, on Carson Cumberbatch PLC, Bukit Darah PLC and Expolanka Hold...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka faces power cut risks by end March,1/13/2020,Consumer Affairs,Sri Lanka could face power cuts by March after a coal plant which was about to be built was cancelled under environmenta...,Sri Lanka faces power cut risks by end March Sri Lanka could face power cuts by March after a coal plant which was about to be built was cancelled under environmenta...,negative,-1
Colombo Stock Exchange to drop older sector categories in favour of GICS,1/17/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka’s Colombo Stock Exchange said it will discontinue the localized sector classification and follow the Global ...,Colombo Stock Exchange to drop older sector categories in favour of GICS Sri Lanka’s Colombo Stock Exchange said it will discontinue the localized sector classification and follow the Global ...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka shares fall at close on local debt restructuring speculation after IMF approval,3/22/2023,Markets,"(ASPI) closed down 0.81 percent or 77.38 points to 9,527.05.","Sri Lanka shares fall at close on local debt restructuring speculation after IMF approval (ASPI) closed down 0.81 percent or 77.38 points to 9,527.05.",negative,-1
Jerome de Silva awarded 'Kala Keerthi' title - a first for English Theatre,8/20/2019,Uncategorized,Veteran Director/Producer and founder of the Workshop Players theatre group Jerome L. de Silva was awarded the “Kala K...,Jerome de Silva awarded 'Kala Keerthi' title - a first for English Theatre Veteran Director/Producer and founder of the Workshop Players theatre group Jerome L. de Silva was awarded the “Kala K...,positive,1
Sri Lanka forex reserves down to Rs7.5bn in March amid liquidity injections,4/10/2020,Economy," Sri Lanka's forex reserves were down by 412.5 million US dollars to 7,525 million by end March 2020 from 7,938.24 milli...","Sri Lanka forex reserves down to Rs7.5bn in March amid liquidity injections  Sri Lanka's forex reserves were down by 412.5 million US dollars to 7,525 million by end March 2020 from 7,938.24 milli...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka unions threaten to cripple economy against IMF-backed reforms,3/13/2023,Economy,"“If the government still doesn’t get it, at midnight on March 14 all trains will stop, as will power supply.""","Sri Lanka unions threaten to cripple economy against IMF-backed reforms “If the government still doesn’t get it, at midnight on March 14 all trains will stop, as will power supply.""",negative,-1
South Asia RTI laws are good but questions over effective use,10/27/2021,Legal,"In a democratic country, ownership of information must rest with citizens","South Asia RTI laws are good but questions over effective use In a democratic country, ownership of information must rest with citizens",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka CSE says will rectify broker system glitch, DVP running",8/17/2021,Markets,Monday delay was to allow all investor equal access,"Sri Lanka CSE says will rectify broker system glitch, DVP running Monday delay was to allow all investor equal access",negative,-1
Sri Lanka to have scheduled power cuts of 4.5 hours on Feb 23,2/22/2022,Energy,The power cuts will be divided between daytime and the evening peak,Sri Lanka to have scheduled power cuts of 4.5 hours on Feb 23 The power cuts will be divided between daytime and the evening peak,negative,-1
Sri Lanka GDP contracts 1.6-pct in 2020 first quarter amid Coronavirus,8/5/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's gross domestic product has contracted 1.3 percent in the first quarter of 2020 with a steep contraction in a...,Sri Lanka GDP contracts 1.6-pct in 2020 first quarter amid Coronavirus Sri Lanka's gross domestic product has contracted 1.3 percent in the first quarter of 2020 with a steep contraction in a...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka exports rebound to top US$1bn in July 2021,8/20/2021,Economy,Exports up despite third wave Coronavirus,Sri Lanka exports rebound to top US$1bn in July 2021 Exports up despite third wave Coronavirus,positive,1
Sri Lanka sees tourist stays double in January 2022,1/14/2022,Business,"Aims for 100,000 tourists a month","Sri Lanka sees tourist stays double in January 2022 Aims for 100,000 tourists a month",positive,1
"Sri Lanka, Thailand discuss early implementation of FTA, Myanmar detainees",3/15/2024,International Relations,"Agreed to work on early implementation of the SLSFTA, reciprocal visa free arrangement between two countries","Sri Lanka, Thailand discuss early implementation of FTA, Myanmar detainees Agreed to work on early implementation of the SLSFTA, reciprocal visa free arrangement between two countries",negative,-1
Nearly half of CMB’s water wasted,3/29/2019,Economy,"Due to leakages in the distribution pipe system, nearly 49 per cent of water supplied to Colombo is lost, incurring a co...","Nearly half of CMB’s water wasted Due to leakages in the distribution pipe system, nearly 49 per cent of water supplied to Colombo is lost, incurring a co...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Supreme Court determines VAT (Amendment) Bill not inconsistent with constitution,11/10/2022,Fiscal,"This is subject to proposed amendments, Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena said.","Sri Lanka's Supreme Court determines VAT (Amendment) Bill not inconsistent with constitution This is subject to proposed amendments, Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena said.",positive,1
Sri Lanka firm adds modern fizz to Kithul brew,12/18/2021,Agriculture,The technology to brew and can the product developed with Industrial Technology Institute ,Sri Lanka firm adds modern fizz to Kithul brew The technology to brew and can the product developed with Industrial Technology Institute ,positive,1
Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank sells Rs7bn 13.9-pct bail-in bonds,2/21/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Plc said it is closing an offer of 5-year bail-in bonds after more than 7.0 billion rupees of s...,Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank sells Rs7bn 13.9-pct bail-in bonds Sri Lanka's Sampath Bank Plc said it is closing an offer of 5-year bail-in bonds after more than 7.0 billion rupees of s...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka bad loans expected to fall after tax cuts: HNB,12/10/2019,Banking,Sri Lanka's banking sector bad loans are expected to move downwards in 2020 due to the government fiscal stimulus packag...,Sri Lanka bad loans expected to fall after tax cuts: HNB Sri Lanka's banking sector bad loans are expected to move downwards in 2020 due to the government fiscal stimulus packag...,negative,-1
"Minimum room rates ""worst possible"" policy for Sri Lanka's tourism : Advocata",11/23/2023,Tourism,It will ensure hotels cannot price their rooms at rates lower than those prescribed by the government.,"Minimum room rates ""worst possible"" policy for Sri Lanka's tourism : Advocata It will ensure hotels cannot price their rooms at rates lower than those prescribed by the government.",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka to publishes bill to give amnesty to undisclosed income, tax arrears",7/19/2021,Uncategorized,"Will not apply to persons who are investigated on convicted under money laundering, bribery","Sri Lanka to publishes bill to give amnesty to undisclosed income, tax arrears Will not apply to persons who are investigated on convicted under money laundering, bribery",negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 296.00/30 to US dollar,4/26/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were down, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 296.00/30 to US dollar Bond yields were down, dealers said.",negative,-1
Asian markets mixed as attention returns to China-US talks,4/29/2019,International news,Asian markets were mixed Monday as investors struggled to track another record lead from Wall Street that was fuelled by...,Asian markets mixed as attention returns to China-US talks Asian markets were mixed Monday as investors struggled to track another record lead from Wall Street that was fuelled by...,negative,-1
"Parliamentary probe a ""political drama"" - Sirisena",6/26/2019,Politics,President Maithripala Sirisena is calling the Parliamentary Select Committee probing the Easter Sunday attacks a “poli...,"Parliamentary probe a ""political drama"" - Sirisena President Maithripala Sirisena is calling the Parliamentary Select Committee probing the Easter Sunday attacks a “poli...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka use of reserves for imports is a deadly false choice: Bellwether,1/31/2022,Bellwether,"Sterilized currency defence, without an accompanying rise in rates, spells disaster ","Sri Lanka use of reserves for imports is a deadly false choice: Bellwether Sterilized currency defence, without an accompanying rise in rates, spells disaster ",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's state-run Litro slashes cooking gas price citing drop in global market,4/3/2023,Energy,Sri Lanka rupee appreciation has also contributed to price drop - Litro chief,Sri Lanka's state-run Litro slashes cooking gas price citing drop in global market Sri Lanka rupee appreciation has also contributed to price drop - Litro chief,negative,-1
Sri Lanka bill yields fall across maturities at auction,5/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,Yields across maturities fell,Sri Lanka bill yields fall across maturities at auction Yields across maturities fell,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.31-pct higher, crossings dominate for fourth straight day",6/19/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.31 percent higher on Wednesday with buying interest in Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka (DI...,"Sri Lanka stocks close 0.31-pct higher, crossings dominate for fourth straight day Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.31 percent higher on Wednesday with buying interest in Distilleries Company of Sri Lanka (DI...",negative,-1
Thai election commission moves to dissolve party linked to princess,2/13/2019,International news,Thailand's election commission on Wednesday asked the constitutional court to dissolve a political party that put forwar...,Thai election commission moves to dissolve party linked to princess Thailand's election commission on Wednesday asked the constitutional court to dissolve a political party that put forwar...,negative,-1
SriLanka state airline sells US$175mn bond at 7.00-pct,6/22/2019,Economy,State-run SriLankan Airlines has sold a 175 million US dollar bond guaranteed by Sri Lanka's government for 7.00 percent...,SriLanka state airline sells US$175mn bond at 7.00-pct State-run SriLankan Airlines has sold a 175 million US dollar bond guaranteed by Sri Lanka's government for 7.00 percent...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka to transform land registration, traffic and market access with MCC grant",8/19/2019,Legal,"Sri Lanka is planning to deploy technology to cut through traffic congestion, connect rural farmers to markets abroad an...","Sri Lanka to transform land registration, traffic and market access with MCC grant Sri Lanka is planning to deploy technology to cut through traffic congestion, connect rural farmers to markets abroad an...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka prints money to finance deficits, CB Credit tops Rs700billion",11/30/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has printed money in 2020 to finance the government as tax revenues fell and foreign financing dried up, offic...","Sri Lanka prints money to finance deficits, CB Credit tops Rs700billion Sri Lanka has printed money in 2020 to finance the government as tax revenues fell and foreign financing dried up, offic...",negative,-1
"Sri Lankan banks too risk-averse, regulator says",6/20/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan banks and private sector are still too cautious and not changed attitudes to reflect mod...,"Sri Lankan banks too risk-averse, regulator says ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan banks and private sector are still too cautious and not changed attitudes to reflect mod...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases top 20,000, Covid-19 deaths rise by 4",11/23/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has confirmed 400 Coronavirus cases with 391 domestic cases taking the total Covid-19 cases so far to 20,171 w...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus cases top 20,000, Covid-19 deaths rise by 4 Sri Lanka has confirmed 400 Coronavirus cases with 391 domestic cases taking the total Covid-19 cases so far to 20,171 w...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka gross official reserves down 2-pct US$2,361mn in Feb 22",3/7/2022,Economy,Net reserves are negative,"Sri Lanka gross official reserves down 2-pct US$2,361mn in Feb 22 Net reserves are negative",negative,-1
Sri Lanka shares gain over 1.5-pct in mid-day trade,8/3/2022,Markets,ASPI gained 126 points by 1140 hours,Sri Lanka shares gain over 1.5-pct in mid-day trade ASPI gained 126 points by 1140 hours,negative,-1
Tushara Jayaratne appointed Sri Lanka SEC Deputy Director General,7/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,A 28 year veteran in the SEEC,Tushara Jayaratne appointed Sri Lanka SEC Deputy Director General A 28 year veteran in the SEEC,positive,1
Sri Lanka stocks fall 1.7-pct as curfews expanded in Colombo,10/26/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.73 percent at Monday’s close as an Coronavirus cluster expanded over the weekend and curfews w...,Sri Lanka stocks fall 1.7-pct as curfews expanded in Colombo Sri Lanka stocks fell 1.73 percent at Monday’s close as an Coronavirus cluster expanded over the weekend and curfews w...,negative,-1
Ravi Jayasekera to continue as acting chief executive officer for Hemas,5/22/2024,People,"""The Board of Directors continues the search for a successor for the position of CEO""","Ravi Jayasekera to continue as acting chief executive officer for Hemas ""The Board of Directors continues the search for a successor for the position of CEO""",positive,1
"Sri Lanka Cardinal, Easter attack families to meet Pope Francis",4/22/2022,Politics,"“We are pushing the government through international communications.""","Sri Lanka Cardinal, Easter attack families to meet Pope Francis “We are pushing the government through international communications.""",negative,-1
Creeping vaccine hesitancy in Sri Lanka: authorities blame organised campaign,9/28/2021,Health,"Meanwhile, Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella on Monday revealed plans for a possible vaccine mandate for Sri Lanka.","Creeping vaccine hesitancy in Sri Lanka: authorities blame organised campaign Meanwhile, Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella on Monday revealed plans for a possible vaccine mandate for Sri Lanka.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka to probe spill-like satellite images of X-Press Pearl wreck: Minister,6/10/2021,Logistics,Up to June 09 no oil spill was reported on the vessel that carried sodium hydroxide,Sri Lanka to probe spill-like satellite images of X-Press Pearl wreck: Minister Up to June 09 no oil spill was reported on the vessel that carried sodium hydroxide,negative,-1
Sri Lanka top woman cop fined for jailing teenage girl who refused to lie,6/16/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka's Supreme Court fined an award-winning woman police officer for illegally detaining and intimidating a teenage...,Sri Lanka top woman cop fined for jailing teenage girl who refused to lie Sri Lanka's Supreme Court fined an award-winning woman police officer for illegally detaining and intimidating a teenage...,negative,-1
Release Writer Sathkumara  - CIVICUS and AHRC,6/19/2019,Uncategorized,The arrest and ongoing detention of award-winning author and poet Shakthika Sathkumara on spurious charges are a clear v...,Release Writer Sathkumara  - CIVICUS and AHRC The arrest and ongoing detention of award-winning author and poet Shakthika Sathkumara on spurious charges are a clear v...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber says lifting price controls good, but warns against cascading tax",11/15/2021,Economy,Looking to engage with goverment,"Sri Lanka's Ceylon Chamber says lifting price controls good, but warns against cascading tax Looking to engage with goverment",positive,1
"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker, gilt yields steady",10/19/2020,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka rupee closed slightly weaker at 184.30/40 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields steady in the overall ...,"Sri Lanka rupee closed weaker, gilt yields steady  Sri Lanka rupee closed slightly weaker at 184.30/40 to the US dollar on Monday while bond yields steady in the overall ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka China Business Council office bearers elected,3/19/2023,Other News,China Business Council operates under the aegis of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce,Sri Lanka China Business Council office bearers elected China Business Council operates under the aegis of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce,positive,1
Sri Lanka central bank rings alarm bell over changing current IMF-agreed economic policies,5/7/2024,Economy,"""The economy might go back to the situation like the past crisis if we don’t go with the current policies.”","Sri Lanka central bank rings alarm bell over changing current IMF-agreed economic policies ""The economy might go back to the situation like the past crisis if we don’t go with the current policies.”",negative,-1
Cabinet nod for new Act to grant immunity to Intelligence Officers,1/15/2020,Human Rights,The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to draft a Bill called the National Intelligence Act to protect the dut...,Cabinet nod for new Act to grant immunity to Intelligence Officers The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to draft a Bill called the National Intelligence Act to protect the dut...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka to merge Laugfs, Litro operations, LPG price controls to remain: Minister",6/22/2021,Energy,Government to support losses,"Sri Lanka to merge Laugfs, Litro operations, LPG price controls to remain: Minister Government to support losses",negative,-1
"X-Press Pearl still smouldering off Sri Lanka, fire fighting continues",5/29/2021,Logistics,Sri Lanka Air Force said a Bell 212 helicopter dropped dry chemical powder on the vessel,"X-Press Pearl still smouldering off Sri Lanka, fire fighting continues Sri Lanka Air Force said a Bell 212 helicopter dropped dry chemical powder on the vessel",negative,-1
Sri Lanka bond yields down at open,3/17/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s bond yields were down at open on Friday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka bond yields down at open Sri Lanka’s bond yields were down at open on Friday, dealers said.",negative,-1
COVID Update: This week has seen 43 more patients detected mostly returnees,8/15/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka’s Health Services is reporting that 43 new COVID 19 cases were detected in the week from last Saturday, Augu...","COVID Update: This week has seen 43 more patients detected mostly returnees Sri Lanka’s Health Services is reporting that 43 new COVID 19 cases were detected in the week from last Saturday, Augu...",negative,-1
"538 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 30,613",12/11/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 538 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (10), the...","538 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 30,613 Sri Lankan health officials identified 538 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (10), the...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka must dissolve parliament no sooner it abolishes presidency: JVP,10/12/2023,Politics,"“They can’t be allowed to abolish the presidency and hold on to parliament power,"" he said.","Sri Lanka must dissolve parliament no sooner it abolishes presidency: JVP “They can’t be allowed to abolish the presidency and hold on to parliament power,"" he said.",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka gets Malaysian nod for 10,000 security guard jobs",3/20/2023,Economic Crisis,"""We are working towards achieving the target of earning one billion dollars as monthly foreign remittance""","Sri Lanka gets Malaysian nod for 10,000 security guard jobs ""We are working towards achieving the target of earning one billion dollars as monthly foreign remittance""",negative,-1
Over 100 Easter bombing suspects arrested so far - Police,4/29/2019,Uncategorized,Forty-four suspects who were arrested over the terror attacks on 21 April have been handed over to the Criminal Investig...,Over 100 Easter bombing suspects arrested so far - Police Forty-four suspects who were arrested over the terror attacks on 21 April have been handed over to the Criminal Investig...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka President asks people vote without fear,11/16/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has asked people to go to vote on November 16 to elect a president without fe...,Sri Lanka President asks people vote without fear Sri Lanka's President Maithripala Sirisena has asked people to go to vote on November 16 to elect a president without fe...,positive,1
"Sri Lanka starts building 28km, U$244 million irrigation tunnel",2/6/2021,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has kicked off the construction of a 28 kilometre long irrigation tunnel costin...,"Sri Lanka starts building 28km, U$244 million irrigation tunnel Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has kicked off the construction of a 28 kilometre long irrigation tunnel costin...",positive,1
Sri Lanka's Hayleys Fabric profits surge in December quarter,1/22/2019,Apparel,"Profits at Sri Lanka's Hayleys Fabrics Plc surged to 107.6 million rupees in the December 2018 quarter, compared to a 10...","Sri Lanka's Hayleys Fabric profits surge in December quarter Profits at Sri Lanka's Hayleys Fabrics Plc surged to 107.6 million rupees in the December 2018 quarter, compared to a 10...",positive,1
Sri Lanka tea production up 10-pct October 2020,12/21/2020,Business," Sri Lanka had produced 23.4 million kilograms in October 2020, up 10.3 percent from a year earlier, thought cumulative ...","Sri Lanka tea production up 10-pct October 2020  Sri Lanka had produced 23.4 million kilograms in October 2020, up 10.3 percent from a year earlier, thought cumulative ...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields ease",8/19/2020,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 184.20/50 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields were down marginally...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields ease Sri Lanka rupee was quoted weaker at 184.20/50 against the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields were down marginally...",negative,-1
Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka financial institutions on sovereign rating cut,12/5/2018,Banking,"ECONOMYNEXT – Fitch Ratings said it has downgraded the ratings of Sri Lanka’s National Savings Bank, Bank ...","Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka financial institutions on sovereign rating cut ECONOMYNEXT – Fitch Ratings said it has downgraded the ratings of Sri Lanka’s National Savings Bank, Bank ...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka stock market app drives 17,000 new accounts, 65,000 downloads",7/11/2021,Markets,84 percent were opened by people between the ages of 18 and 40.,"Sri Lanka stock market app drives 17,000 new accounts, 65,000 downloads 84 percent were opened by people between the ages of 18 and 40.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka’s International Financial City awaiting banking regulations,3/14/2024,Banking,Banks operating within the Port City will be licensed by either the central bank or the country it is incorporated in.,Sri Lanka’s International Financial City awaiting banking regulations Banks operating within the Port City will be licensed by either the central bank or the country it is incorporated in.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Hela Apparel Holdings to directly own Mauritius unit,3/28/2024,Apparel,"Hela Apparel Holdings Plc to buy 99,000 shares in Mauritius incorporated company called Hela Brands Limited.","Sri Lanka's Hela Apparel Holdings to directly own Mauritius unit Hela Apparel Holdings Plc to buy 99,000 shares in Mauritius incorporated company called Hela Brands Limited.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka Catholic priest anti-govt protestor files petition to prevent arrest,8/2/2022,Politics,A travel ban has also been issued against the priest and four other activists.,Sri Lanka Catholic priest anti-govt protestor files petition to prevent arrest A travel ban has also been issued against the priest and four other activists.,negative,-1
President appoints commission to probe ETI sale to Blue Summit,1/13/2020,Economy,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed a commission to probe the sale of assets of ETI Finance Ltd to a consortium i...,President appoints commission to probe ETI sale to Blue Summit President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has appointed a commission to probe the sale of assets of ETI Finance Ltd to a consortium i...,positive,1
No evidence to suggest link between beer and homosexuality - Dr Anil Jasinghe,12/30/2019,Health,"There is no evidence to suggest a direct link between beer consumption and homosexuality, National Health Services Direc...","No evidence to suggest link between beer and homosexuality - Dr Anil Jasinghe There is no evidence to suggest a direct link between beer consumption and homosexuality, National Health Services Direc...",negative,-1
Arjuna wants Parliament to  probe corruption in Sri Lanka Cricket,8/1/2019,Politics,Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation Arjuna Ranatunga requested the Speaker to appoint a Parliamentary Select Commit...,Arjuna wants Parliament to  probe corruption in Sri Lanka Cricket Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation Arjuna Ranatunga requested the Speaker to appoint a Parliamentary Select Commit...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka forex reserves rise in October with China loan,11/12/2018,Economy,"Sri Lanka's forex reserves rose 736 million US dollars to 7,900 million US dollars in October 2018 from a month earlier,...","Sri Lanka forex reserves rise in October with China loan Sri Lanka's forex reserves rose 736 million US dollars to 7,900 million US dollars in October 2018 from a month earlier,...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka invites indigenous medical practitioners to help fight COVID-19; GMOA chief recommends ""du...",4/7/2020,Health,"As Sri Lanka’s confirmed COVID-19 cases reach the 180s, the government has invited indigenous medical practitioners to...","Sri Lanka invites indigenous medical practitioners to help fight COVID-19; GMOA chief recommends ""du... As Sri Lanka’s confirmed COVID-19 cases reach the 180s, the government has invited indigenous medical practitioners to...",positive,1
Sri Lanka's 12-month inflation slows to 4.4-pct in November,12/1/2019,Economy," Sri Lanka's 12-month inflation rose 4.4 percent in the 12- month to November, dropping from 5.3 percent a month earlier...","Sri Lanka's 12-month inflation slows to 4.4-pct in November  Sri Lanka's 12-month inflation rose 4.4 percent in the 12- month to November, dropping from 5.3 percent a month earlier...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka HNB to lead syndicated loan for LNG combined cycle plan,11/9/2021,Banking,First stage to be operational by 2023,Sri Lanka HNB to lead syndicated loan for LNG combined cycle plan First stage to be operational by 2023,negative,-1
"World Bank loan for Sri Lanka small farmer climate resilience, productivity",4/12/2019,Agriculture,ECONOMYNEXT – The World Bank will give Sri Lanka two loans worth 150 million US dollars to improve climate resili...,"World Bank loan for Sri Lanka small farmer climate resilience, productivity ECONOMYNEXT – The World Bank will give Sri Lanka two loans worth 150 million US dollars to improve climate resili...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka tea plantations to pay salaries of workers in April,4/18/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's tea farms will be able to pay salaries to workers in April since tea is being plucked and prices have also r...,Sri Lanka tea plantations to pay salaries of workers in April Sri Lanka's tea farms will be able to pay salaries to workers in April since tea is being plucked and prices have also r...,negative,-1
Aitken Spence Hotels to expand through management contracts in Sri Lanka and abroad,6/17/2019,Business,ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence Hotel Holdings will pursue management contracts for overseas hotels to diversify ...,Aitken Spence Hotels to expand through management contracts in Sri Lanka and abroad ECONOMYNEXT- Sri Lanka's Aitken Spence Hotel Holdings will pursue management contracts for overseas hotels to diversify ...,positive,1
"Protect 19th amendment, civil society activists urge voters",7/9/2020,Politics,A civil society collective yesterday called for an electoral defeat of attempts by Sri Lanka’s ruling party to repeal ...,"Protect 19th amendment, civil society activists urge voters A civil society collective yesterday called for an electoral defeat of attempts by Sri Lanka’s ruling party to repeal ...",negative,-1
Enter AKD,8/19/2019,Uncategorized,The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) formally threw its hat into the ring yesterday as it announced the candidacy of lead...,Enter AKD The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) formally threw its hat into the ring yesterday as it announced the candidacy of lead...,negative,-1
"""I am the victim"" - President on the Swiss Embassy drama",12/16/2019,Law and Order,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa says he is the victim in the case of the Swiss Embassy staffer who says she was abducted an...,"""I am the victim"" - President on the Swiss Embassy drama President Gotabaya Rajapaksa says he is the victim in the case of the Swiss Embassy staffer who says she was abducted an...",negative,-1
Former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe hospitalised after apparent shooting: reports,7/8/2022,World,"Two gunshot sounds were heard at the site during a speech by Abe, and a male suspect was arrested.","Former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe hospitalised after apparent shooting: reports Two gunshot sounds were heard at the site during a speech by Abe, and a male suspect was arrested.",negative,-1
Sri Lankan bank lending boost from polls spending,3/27/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT – Forthcoming elections could help boost lending by Sri Lankan banks if it leads to higher government...,Sri Lankan bank lending boost from polls spending ECONOMYNEXT – Forthcoming elections could help boost lending by Sri Lankan banks if it leads to higher government...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee dollar parallel markets step in amid money printing, forex curbs",6/30/2021,Economy,Parallel exchange markets had developed officially and unofficially in money printing non-credible pegged regimes,"Sri Lanka rupee dollar parallel markets step in amid money printing, forex curbs Parallel exchange markets had developed officially and unofficially in money printing non-credible pegged regimes",negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.90/327.10 to the US dollar,10/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.90/327.10 to the US dollar on Friday, bond yields were up, dealers said. CSE opens up","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 326.90/327.10 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 326.90/327.10 to the US dollar on Friday, bond yields were up, dealers said. CSE opens up",negative,-1
Sri Lanka analyzing financial capabilities of mining applicants – Minister,10/16/2023,Investment,Sri Lanka earns $30 million annually from mineral exports - BOI data,Sri Lanka analyzing financial capabilities of mining applicants – Minister Sri Lanka earns $30 million annually from mineral exports - BOI data,negative,-1
Sri Lanka relieved after slaying of ISIS leader,10/29/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka on Monday welcomed the killing of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the Islamic State chief who had claimed the Easter att...","Sri Lanka relieved after slaying of ISIS leader Sri Lanka on Monday welcomed the killing of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the Islamic State chief who had claimed the Easter att...",positive,1
"In hidden mountain air base, Albania stores MiGs for sale",4/1/2019,International news,On a barren hillside in northern Albania lies a portal to the country's communist past: a massive steel door creaks open...,"In hidden mountain air base, Albania stores MiGs for sale On a barren hillside in northern Albania lies a portal to the country's communist past: a massive steel door creaks open...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka to issue Rs80bn in Treasury guarantees for road, water loans",6/25/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka will issue Treasury guarantees for up to 80 billion rupees to state banks to fund for roads and water projects...,"Sri Lanka to issue Rs80bn in Treasury guarantees for road, water loans Sri Lanka will issue Treasury guarantees for up to 80 billion rupees to state banks to fund for roads and water projects...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka merchandise exports reach US$1,066.1mn in March 2021",4/28/2021,Economy,"Export earnings were up 11.5 percent in the first quarter of 2021 to 2,945.53 million US dollars.","Sri Lanka merchandise exports reach US$1,066.1mn in March 2021 Export earnings were up 11.5 percent in the first quarter of 2021 to 2,945.53 million US dollars.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's private credit up in September 2019,11/13/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's private credit grew 53.7 billion rupees in September 2019, with the central bank printing 23.9 billion rupee...","Sri Lanka's private credit up in September 2019 Sri Lanka's private credit grew 53.7 billion rupees in September 2019, with the central bank printing 23.9 billion rupee...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's shares down in mid day trade,6/19/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was down 0.67 percent or 62.39 points to 9,186.17","Sri Lanka's shares down in mid day trade The main All Share Price Index was down 0.67 percent or 62.39 points to 9,186.17",negative,-1
Sri Lanka raises de facto one year policy rate by 05bp,8/9/2021,Economy,Last week bonds were turned into reserve money at ceiling rates while some bills were sold down to sterilize liquidity,Sri Lanka raises de facto one year policy rate by 05bp Last week bonds were turned into reserve money at ceiling rates while some bills were sold down to sterilize liquidity,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka stocks close 1.7-pct higher with JKH, Cold Stores",11/18/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed up 1.7 percent with gains in index heavy John Keells Holdings and Cold Stores Monday, provisio...","Sri Lanka stocks close 1.7-pct higher with JKH, Cold Stores Sri Lanka's stocks closed up 1.7 percent with gains in index heavy John Keells Holdings and Cold Stores Monday, provisio...",negative,-1
Fitch upgrades Ceylon Electricity Board to BB+(lka) after Sri Lanka rupee rating lift,10/10/2023,Bonds & Forex,"State support to continue, despite weak finances","Fitch upgrades Ceylon Electricity Board to BB+(lka) after Sri Lanka rupee rating lift State support to continue, despite weak finances",negative,-1
Sri Lanka 10-year old's parakeet shot flies high in UK Wildlife Photographer Awards,9/2/2021,Arts and Culture,UK's Natural History Museum had conducted the competition for 57 years.,Sri Lanka 10-year old's parakeet shot flies high in UK Wildlife Photographer Awards UK's Natural History Museum had conducted the competition for 57 years.,positive,1
"Sri Lanka telephone, data tariffs up by 20-pct",9/4/2022,Business,This will go into effect from September 05,"Sri Lanka telephone, data tariffs up by 20-pct This will go into effect from September 05",negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker at 325.30/326.00 to US dollar,10/20/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 325.30/326.00 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields were down","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker at 325.30/326.00 to US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 325.30/326.00 to the US dollar on Friday, while bond yields were down",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise to 34 with more dying at home, 445 Covid-19 cases",11/8/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka's Coronavirus deaths rose to 34 with three deaths at home and 445 new Covid-19 cases were confirmed, official ...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus deaths rise to 34 with more dying at home, 445 Covid-19 cases Sri Lanka's Coronavirus deaths rose to 34 with three deaths at home and 445 new Covid-19 cases were confirmed, official ...",negative,-1
"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's president requests help from Indian, Chinese, Middle East envoys - PMD",6/9/2022,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka is compelled to depend on other countries to manage the impacts of economic crisis.,"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's president requests help from Indian, Chinese, Middle East envoys - PMD Sri Lanka is compelled to depend on other countries to manage the impacts of economic crisis.",negative,-1
Ravi and Arjun mark their attendance in Magistrate's court,3/13/2020,Law and Order,"Former Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake, Perpetual Treasuries head Arjun Aloysius and two others were ordered by the C...","Ravi and Arjun mark their attendance in Magistrate's court Former Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake, Perpetual Treasuries head Arjun Aloysius and two others were ordered by the C...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka Prime Minister briefs FAO, UNDP on looming food shortage ",6/3/2022,Agriculture,Sri Lanka is facing food shortage due to President Rajapaksa's fertilizer ban and dollar shortage ,"Sri Lanka Prime Minister briefs FAO, UNDP on looming food shortage  Sri Lanka is facing food shortage due to President Rajapaksa's fertilizer ban and dollar shortage ",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted stronger, bond yields edge up",5/29/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger Friday at 186.10/30 while bond yields edged up,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted stronger, bond yields edge up Sri Lanka rupee was quoted stronger Friday at 186.10/30 while bond yields edged up",positive,1
Global stocks mixed as US-China trade talks resume,2/22/2019,International news,Global stocks were mixed Thursday following lackluster economic data as high-stakes trade talks between the US and China...,Global stocks mixed as US-China trade talks resume Global stocks were mixed Thursday following lackluster economic data as high-stakes trade talks between the US and China...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Bribery Commission gets new members,12/28/2023,Business,New Members to the Anti-Corruption Commission,Sri Lanka's Bribery Commission gets new members New Members to the Anti-Corruption Commission,negative,-1
Sri Lanka consumer prices jump 2.5 in March 2023,3/31/2023,Economy,March inflation is partly due to a power hike,Sri Lanka consumer prices jump 2.5 in March 2023 March inflation is partly due to a power hike,negative,-1
SLPP opposes referendum idea,6/17/2019,Politics,The Sri Lanka Podu Jana Peramuna has dealt a body blow to President Maithripala Sirisena’s reported plans to conduct a...,SLPP opposes referendum idea The Sri Lanka Podu Jana Peramuna has dealt a body blow to President Maithripala Sirisena’s reported plans to conduct a...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka's JKH, Central Finance asks for more time to cut NTB stake",1/3/2022,Banking,Deadline to cut stake to 20-pct Dec 31,"Sri Lanka's JKH, Central Finance asks for more time to cut NTB stake Deadline to cut stake to 20-pct Dec 31",negative,-1
Sri Lanka to call for proposals to develop Dedduwa tourism zone,8/1/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka will seek proposals from consultants and developers to set up a tourism resort in Dedduwa, the cabinet office ...","Sri Lanka to call for proposals to develop Dedduwa tourism zone Sri Lanka will seek proposals from consultants and developers to set up a tourism resort in Dedduwa, the cabinet office ...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka floods kill one, hundreds homeless",6/2/2022,Environment,People evacuated to relief centres,"Sri Lanka floods kill one, hundreds homeless People evacuated to relief centres",negative,-1
Mangala accuses govt of militarising Sri Lanka amid harsh economic woes,8/28/2020,Politics,Sri Lanka’s former Finance Minister Mangala Samarweera has accused the newly elected government of lacking an economic...,Mangala accuses govt of militarising Sri Lanka amid harsh economic woes Sri Lanka’s former Finance Minister Mangala Samarweera has accused the newly elected government of lacking an economic...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka says will reach IMF program targets for 2019,12/20/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka says it has met the final targets for a program set for December 2019 with the International Monetary Fund, wh...","Sri Lanka says will reach IMF program targets for 2019 Sri Lanka says it has met the final targets for a program set for December 2019 with the International Monetary Fund, wh...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka can prosper if it achieves debt sustainability: IMF official,5/4/2023,Economy,"The official also noted that inflation has come down in Sri Lanka, albeit from having gone “through the roof”.","Sri Lanka can prosper if it achieves debt sustainability: IMF official The official also noted that inflation has come down in Sri Lanka, albeit from having gone “through the roof”.",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee close at 300/303 to the US dollar, bond and bill yields down",6/12/2023,Business,The Spot US dollar closed at 296.50/298.00 rupees on Friday.,"Sri Lanka rupee close at 300/303 to the US dollar, bond and bill yields down The Spot US dollar closed at 296.50/298.00 rupees on Friday.",negative,-1
65-75 pct of tea industry cost is min wage based labour cost: Sri Lanka think tank,12/28/2023,Tea,This contributes significantly to the cost of production of Sri Lanka’s tea industry.,65-75 pct of tea industry cost is min wage based labour cost: Sri Lanka think tank This contributes significantly to the cost of production of Sri Lanka’s tea industry.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka shares gain after Paris Club proposal,12/5/2022,Markets,"""The market was pushed up over the news of a potential 10 year debt moratorium,"" analysts said.","Sri Lanka shares gain after Paris Club proposal ""The market was pushed up over the news of a potential 10 year debt moratorium,"" analysts said.",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee at 367 to TT dollar, interbank rupee at 360.27",6/6/2022,Bonds & Forex,Bond market is active today following last week's T-bill auction.,"Sri Lanka rupee at 367 to TT dollar, interbank rupee at 360.27 Bond market is active today following last week's T-bill auction.",negative,-1
Amnesty International declares detained Sri Lanka lawyer Hejaaz Hizbullah prisoner of conscience,7/15/2021,Human Rights,"Amnesty International said Hizbullah was detained on ""trumped-up charges"" under the ""draconian"" PTA.","Amnesty International declares detained Sri Lanka lawyer Hejaaz Hizbullah prisoner of conscience Amnesty International said Hizbullah was detained on ""trumped-up charges"" under the ""draconian"" PTA.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks ends higher,10/7/2020,Markets,Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.41 per cent on Wednesday recovering from the market plunged on Monday with the resurgence of a...,Sri Lanka stocks ends higher Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.41 per cent on Wednesday recovering from the market plunged on Monday with the resurgence of a...,positive,1
President seeks Chinese assistance in social media monitoring?,5/15/2019,Uncategorized,President Maithripala Sirisena has reportedly sought Chinese assistance in locating individuals who propagate misinforma...,President seeks Chinese assistance in social media monitoring? President Maithripala Sirisena has reportedly sought Chinese assistance in locating individuals who propagate misinforma...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka tax collections encouraged by lower rates, technology: Treasury Secy",12/5/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka has collected 1.2 trillion rupees so far this year, showing that a steep tax cut did not result in a linear fa...","Sri Lanka tax collections encouraged by lower rates, technology: Treasury Secy Sri Lanka has collected 1.2 trillion rupees so far this year, showing that a steep tax cut did not result in a linear fa...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka detects South African COVID-19 “Escape” variant amongst others,3/12/2021,Health,A Sri Lankan university laboratory has detected a number of COVID-19 variants including the fast-spreading South African...,Sri Lanka detects South African COVID-19 “Escape” variant amongst others A Sri Lankan university laboratory has detected a number of COVID-19 variants including the fast-spreading South African...,negative,-1
Virtual education further stalled in Sri Lanka as talks fail between teachers and PM,7/27/2021,Education,The strike will deprive tens of thousands of Sri Lanka’s students of virtual education.,Virtual education further stalled in Sri Lanka as talks fail between teachers and PM The strike will deprive tens of thousands of Sri Lanka’s students of virtual education.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka tourism minister hopes emergency law to end,8/23/2019,Legal,Tourism Minister John Amaratunga said that he is hoping the state of emergency in force since the Easter Sunday Attack i...,Sri Lanka tourism minister hopes emergency law to end Tourism Minister John Amaratunga said that he is hoping the state of emergency in force since the Easter Sunday Attack i...,positive,1
Bangladesh first team to tour Sri Lanka since attacks,7/9/2019,Culture,Bangladesh will later this month become the first team to tour Sri Lanka since the deadly Easter attacks in which 258 pe...,Bangladesh first team to tour Sri Lanka since attacks Bangladesh will later this month become the first team to tour Sri Lanka since the deadly Easter attacks in which 258 pe...,positive,1
"Sri Lanka stocks end 0.07-pct lower, selling on HNB, JKH",5/7/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks ended 0.07 percent lower on selling interest in Hatton National Bank, John Keells Holdings and Union As...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.07-pct lower, selling on HNB, JKH Sri Lanka stocks ended 0.07 percent lower on selling interest in Hatton National Bank, John Keells Holdings and Union As...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka core group to present resolution at UN Human Rights Council,2/20/2021,Political News,Several countries that form a 'core group' promoting accountability in Sri Lanka will present a new resolution at the UN...,Sri Lanka core group to present resolution at UN Human Rights Council Several countries that form a 'core group' promoting accountability in Sri Lanka will present a new resolution at the UN...,positive,1
Sri Lanka shares down on profit taking; new CB chief’s directions waited,9/16/2021,Uncategorized,Market slips on profit taking,Sri Lanka shares down on profit taking; new CB chief’s directions waited Market slips on profit taking,negative,-1
Sri Lanka JKH becomes most transparent in corporate reporting,2/1/2022,Business,"""The private sector in Sri Lanka is usually seen as an enabler of corruption.""","Sri Lanka JKH becomes most transparent in corporate reporting ""The private sector in Sri Lanka is usually seen as an enabler of corruption.""",negative,-1
Sri Lanka contemplating new legislation after revocation of high security zones,10/4/2022,Politics,"“The cabinet of ministers discussed whether new laws should be brought in to protect such rights.""","Sri Lanka contemplating new legislation after revocation of high security zones “The cabinet of ministers discussed whether new laws should be brought in to protect such rights.""",negative,-1
Political crisis risks derailing Sri Lanka tourism campaign,11/28/2018,Business,Sri Lanka's political crisis should be resolved as soon as possible to enable the launch of a global promotional campaig...,Political crisis risks derailing Sri Lanka tourism campaign Sri Lanka's political crisis should be resolved as soon as possible to enable the launch of a global promotional campaig...,negative,-1
Rental incomes increase for Sri Lanka airport operator,8/26/2019,Aviation,"Sri Lanka’s civil airports operator, Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Limited (AASL), reported sharply higher income...","Rental incomes increase for Sri Lanka airport operator Sri Lanka’s civil airports operator, Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) Limited (AASL), reported sharply higher income...",positive,1
New marine fish species believed found off Sri Lanka,1/29/2019,Environment,New species of marine and new records of marine fish including rays and skates may have been discovered by researchers f...,New marine fish species believed found off Sri Lanka New species of marine and new records of marine fish including rays and skates may have been discovered by researchers f...,positive,1
"Sri Lanka stocks end stronger led by Expolanka, manufacturing shares",12/10/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.92 percent on Friday (09), boosted by strong retail and upward momentum in Expolanka","Sri Lanka stocks end stronger led by Expolanka, manufacturing shares Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.92 percent on Friday (09), boosted by strong retail and upward momentum in Expolanka",positive,1
Sri Lanka on the brink of political revolution,4/16/2022,Op-ed/Special Reports,The latest viral video is a Sinhala version of the anti-Fascist Anthem known by its original Italian title BellaCia,Sri Lanka on the brink of political revolution The latest viral video is a Sinhala version of the anti-Fascist Anthem known by its original Italian title BellaCia,negative,-1
Sri Lanka Thailand FTA to slash tariffs over 15 years,11/21/2023,Economy,Agreement to boost expect,Sri Lanka Thailand FTA to slash tariffs over 15 years Agreement to boost expect,negative,-1
Sri Lankan main party to challenge parliament sacking,11/10/2018,Political News,"Sri Lanka's largest single party Saturday said it will mount a legal challenge against ""tyrant"" President Maithripala Si...","Sri Lankan main party to challenge parliament sacking Sri Lanka's largest single party Saturday said it will mount a legal challenge against ""tyrant"" President Maithripala Si...",negative,-1
Singapore's Duxton Asset Management exits Sri Lanka dairy business,6/7/2019,Markets,"Duxton Asset Management, which has operations in Singapore, Australia and Germany has exited a dairy farm it started wit...","Singapore's Duxton Asset Management exits Sri Lanka dairy business Duxton Asset Management, which has operations in Singapore, Australia and Germany has exited a dairy farm it started wit...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 306.10/20 to the US dollar,3/13/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were down.,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 306.10/20 to the US dollar Bond yields were down.,negative,-1
Champika Ranawaka breaks away from Sri Lanka's main opposition,6/8/2022,Political News,.,Champika Ranawaka breaks away from Sri Lanka's main opposition .,positive,1
Sri Lanka power regulator license more electricians,10/10/2021,Business,PUCSL says an electrician license will be made mandatory by next year and regulations will be imposed ,Sri Lanka power regulator license more electricians PUCSL says an electrician license will be made mandatory by next year and regulations will be imposed ,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka stocks retreat for fourth day, selling in banks",11/7/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's equities market retreated for the fourth day, closing 0.41 percent lower with selling in banking and finance...","Sri Lanka stocks retreat for fourth day, selling in banks Sri Lanka's equities market retreated for the fourth day, closing 0.41 percent lower with selling in banking and finance...",negative,-1
Warning against trade lockdown: Sri Lanka needs bridges not walls to prosper,7/31/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's sweeping trade lockdown in the wake of severe monetary instability from March 2020 will not help the country...,Warning against trade lockdown: Sri Lanka needs bridges not walls to prosper Sri Lanka's sweeping trade lockdown in the wake of severe monetary instability from March 2020 will not help the country...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka education reforms to involve input of professionals, other stakeholders",4/24/2024,Education,"Globally, he said, the traditional schooling system and supplementary classes are intertwined.","Sri Lanka education reforms to involve input of professionals, other stakeholders Globally, he said, the traditional schooling system and supplementary classes are intertwined.",positive,1
"Sri Lanka bond yields down at open, rupee at 291.00/292.50 to US dollar",6/7/2023,Bonds & Forex,The Spot US dollar closed at 291.50/292.50 rupees rupees on Tuesday.,"Sri Lanka bond yields down at open, rupee at 291.00/292.50 to US dollar The Spot US dollar closed at 291.50/292.50 rupees rupees on Tuesday.",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka to control sale of raw minerals to foreigners, bulk tea exports",12/17/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka is to control the exports of mineral in raw form to foreign buyers in raw form and discourage exports of bulk ...,"Sri Lanka to control sale of raw minerals to foreigners, bulk tea exports Sri Lanka is to control the exports of mineral in raw form to foreign buyers in raw form and discourage exports of bulk ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka’s coconuts could get hammered by El Nino: Minister,1/8/2024,Agriculture,Severe drought that would follow the excessive rain could impact the country’s coconut cultivation,Sri Lanka’s coconuts could get hammered by El Nino: Minister Severe drought that would follow the excessive rain could impact the country’s coconut cultivation,negative,-1
Sri Lanka to give paddy dryers to help boost farmer incomes,8/14/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka will provide mobile and fixed dryers for paddy farmers , who are now forced to sell their harvest at ad hoc di...","Sri Lanka to give paddy dryers to help boost farmer incomes Sri Lanka will provide mobile and fixed dryers for paddy farmers , who are now forced to sell their harvest at ad hoc di...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka police arrests 913 alleged lockdown violators, introduces new sticker-pass system",6/7/2021,Health,Police has introduced a colour-coded sticker system to control traffic during the lockdown,"Sri Lanka police arrests 913 alleged lockdown violators, introduces new sticker-pass system Police has introduced a colour-coded sticker system to control traffic during the lockdown",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's National Youth Corps to help rural residents sign up for online fuel pass,7/18/2022,Energy,The minister has yet to reveal how much fuel each vehicle will be allowed to pump.,Sri Lanka's National Youth Corps to help rural residents sign up for online fuel pass The minister has yet to reveal how much fuel each vehicle will be allowed to pump.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's shares edge down on profit taking and selling pressure,5/9/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka's shares edged down in mid day trade on Tuesday, on selling pressure and profit taking, an analyst said. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down on profit taking and selling pressure Sri Lanka's shares edged down in mid day trade on Tuesday, on selling pressure and profit taking, an analyst said. ",negative,-1
Covid second wave because Govt said it was over - Opposition,10/9/2020,Health,The Parliamentary Opposition is charging that the general public let down their guard against the Covid 19 pandemic beca...,Covid second wave because Govt said it was over - Opposition The Parliamentary Opposition is charging that the general public let down their guard against the Covid 19 pandemic beca...,negative,-1
"US Federal Reserve keeps rates unchanged, amid recession concerns",2/1/2024,Economy,US money supply trends have concerned some economists,"US Federal Reserve keeps rates unchanged, amid recession concerns US money supply trends have concerned some economists",negative,-1
CEB going against court order - Consumer rights group,6/25/2019,Uncategorized,A consumer rights' advocacy group today accused the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) of going against a direct order by th...,CEB going against court order - Consumer rights group A consumer rights' advocacy group today accused the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) of going against a direct order by th...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka sends 2,000 caretakers to Israel; aims more foreign inflow ",2/17/2023,Economy,Sri Lanka is desperately looking to boost remittances ,"Sri Lanka sends 2,000 caretakers to Israel; aims more foreign inflow  Sri Lanka is desperately looking to boost remittances ",negative,-1
Sri Lanka forex reserves slip to US$4.8bn in January 2021,2/12/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's gross official reserves were at 4.8 billion US dollars in by end January 2021 Central Bank Governor W D Laks...,Sri Lanka forex reserves slip to US$4.8bn in January 2021 Sri Lanka's gross official reserves were at 4.8 billion US dollars in by end January 2021 Central Bank Governor W D Laks...,negative,-1
"COVID 19 Update - total diagnosed cases climbs to 1,141",5/25/2020,Health,The number of COVID 19 cases detected in the country spiked yesterday taking the total since the outbreak in Sri Lanka t...,"COVID 19 Update - total diagnosed cases climbs to 1,141 The number of COVID 19 cases detected in the country spiked yesterday taking the total since the outbreak in Sri Lanka t...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka PM flags off Rs54bn Ruwanpura Expressway,5/7/2021,Business,The 54.7 billon contract was awarded to Sri Lanka-based Maga Construction. ,Sri Lanka PM flags off Rs54bn Ruwanpura Expressway The 54.7 billon contract was awarded to Sri Lanka-based Maga Construction. ,negative,-1
"New Sri Lanka ambassadors to Egypt, Bangladesh",10/8/2023,Culture,.,"New Sri Lanka ambassadors to Egypt, Bangladesh .",positive,1
India top lender to Sri Lanka in 2022,11/21/2022,Economy,Not counting ACU deferments ,India top lender to Sri Lanka in 2022 Not counting ACU deferments ,positive,1
"Sri Lanka rupee opens up at 324.00/325.00 to the US dollar, bond yields up",9/14/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 324.00/325.00 to the US dollar Thursday,"Sri Lanka rupee opens up at 324.00/325.00 to the US dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 324.00/325.00 to the US dollar Thursday",negative,-1
Sri Lanka political crisis continues,11/17/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's political crisis is continuing with a spokesman for President Maithripala Sirisena saying he has rejected th...,Sri Lanka political crisis continues Sri Lanka's political crisis is continuing with a spokesman for President Maithripala Sirisena saying he has rejected th...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Gateway group plans Colombo Port City school with British partner,4/29/2022,Business,Colombo Port City showcased in London,Sri Lanka's Gateway group plans Colombo Port City school with British partner Colombo Port City showcased in London,positive,1
151 Navy Personnel have recovered from COVID 19 - Army Chief,5/16/2020,Health,Army Commander Lt Gen Shavendra Silva said that a total of 479 Navy personnel have been infected by COVID-19 so far whil...,151 Navy Personnel have recovered from COVID 19 - Army Chief Army Commander Lt Gen Shavendra Silva said that a total of 479 Navy personnel have been infected by COVID-19 so far whil...,negative,-1
US welcomes Sri Lanka's bilateral creditors' financing assurances ahead of IMF deal,3/8/2023,Economy,Chung said she was pleased to see the assurances provided by a majority of bilateral creditors.,US welcomes Sri Lanka's bilateral creditors' financing assurances ahead of IMF deal Chung said she was pleased to see the assurances provided by a majority of bilateral creditors.,positive,1
Sri Lanka extends multiple-entry tourist visa to five years,8/30/2022,Tourism,Sri Lanka currently offers one-year multiple entru visas and single entry visas with a sixth-month stay period.,Sri Lanka extends multiple-entry tourist visa to five years Sri Lanka currently offers one-year multiple entru visas and single entry visas with a sixth-month stay period.,negative,-1
"Lanka Hospitals to expand network of medical centres, pharmacies",4/30/2019,Markets,"ECONOMYNEXT - Lanka Hospitals, a listed Sri Lankan hospital, said expanding its presence both within the country and ove...","Lanka Hospitals to expand network of medical centres, pharmacies ECONOMYNEXT - Lanka Hospitals, a listed Sri Lankan hospital, said expanding its presence both within the country and ove...",positive,1
Additional expenses from VAT not as significant as some suggest: Official,12/29/2023,Economy,"""Misconception that family monthly expenses will increase by an additional Rs 40,000 post VAT implementation on Jan 1""","Additional expenses from VAT not as significant as some suggest: Official ""Misconception that family monthly expenses will increase by an additional Rs 40,000 post VAT implementation on Jan 1""",negative,-1
Sri Lanka land prices will come down in the future: Minister,2/13/2024,Construction and Real Estate,Land prices in Sri Lanka will come down due to gifting deeds and long-term leasing of lands to investors,Sri Lanka land prices will come down in the future: Minister Land prices in Sri Lanka will come down due to gifting deeds and long-term leasing of lands to investors,negative,-1
Prison officials warned not to assist convicted criminals inside the jails,6/19/2020,Law and Order,Secretary to the Ministry of Defense Major General (Rtd) Kamal Guneratne has warned Prisons officials to refrain from ge...,Prison officials warned not to assist convicted criminals inside the jails Secretary to the Ministry of Defense Major General (Rtd) Kamal Guneratne has warned Prisons officials to refrain from ge...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka launches 5 and 10-year sovereign bonds,3/7/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka has launched 5 and 10-year sovereign bonds Thursday, a report said, after a budget was presented to parliament...","Sri Lanka launches 5 and 10-year sovereign bonds Sri Lanka has launched 5 and 10-year sovereign bonds Thursday, a report said, after a budget was presented to parliament...",negative,-1
UNP conspiring to link Gota to Easter attacks - Gammanpila,10/29/2019,Politics,MP Udaya Gammanpila accused the UNP of hatching a conspiracy to link SLPP presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa to t...,UNP conspiring to link Gota to Easter attacks - Gammanpila MP Udaya Gammanpila accused the UNP of hatching a conspiracy to link SLPP presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa to t...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 308.20/50 to the US dollar,3/4/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 308.20/50 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 308.20/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 308.20/50 to the US dollar Monday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady.",positive,1
"Sri Lanka to appoint legal, financial advisors for debt restructuring in 2 weeks",4/9/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka is facing risk of sovereign debt default after a raft of rating downgrading    ,"Sri Lanka to appoint legal, financial advisors for debt restructuring in 2 weeks Sri Lanka is facing risk of sovereign debt default after a raft of rating downgrading    ",negative,-1
Proposal to appoint new UNP leader next year,9/8/2020,Democracy,"The United National Party may not appoint a successor to Party Leader Ranil Wickremesinghe this year, but put it off for...","Proposal to appoint new UNP leader next year The United National Party may not appoint a successor to Party Leader Ranil Wickremesinghe this year, but put it off for...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, gilt yields up",11/18/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 184.60/70 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while gilt yields up in dull...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends stronger, gilt yields up Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 184.60/70 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday while gilt yields up in dull...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Union Bank profits rise in Dec on lower bad loan provisions,2/28/2020,Banking, Profits at Sri Lanka’s Union Bank of Colombo (UBC) group grew 111 percent to 196 million rupees in the December quart...,Sri Lanka's Union Bank profits rise in Dec on lower bad loan provisions  Profits at Sri Lanka’s Union Bank of Colombo (UBC) group grew 111 percent to 196 million rupees in the December quart...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka needs vaccination to force Coronavirus to endemic stage: doctors,2/5/2022,Health,Herd immunity remains elusive,Sri Lanka needs vaccination to force Coronavirus to endemic stage: doctors Herd immunity remains elusive,negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee at 308.50/311.00 to US dollar at open,6/27/2023,Markets,Sri Lanka rupee opened at US dollar ended at 308.50/311.00 rupees.,Sri Lanka rupee at 308.50/311.00 to US dollar at open Sri Lanka rupee opened at US dollar ended at 308.50/311.00 rupees.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka opposition NPP will support govt resolve economic crisis only if president resigns: leader,4/7/2022,Politics,"""'Gota go home' has become the central rallying cry,"" he said.","Sri Lanka opposition NPP will support govt resolve economic crisis only if president resigns: leader ""'Gota go home' has become the central rallying cry,"" he said.",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields ease",2/1/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 177.90/10 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields eased and...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, bond yields ease Sri Lanka's rupee opened stronger at 177.90/10 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday while bond yields eased and...",positive,1
Sri Lanka seeks to extend payment terms for oil imports,4/13/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka is in talks with oil supplying countries to extend payments terms for up to one year, Treasury Secretary S R A...","Sri Lanka seeks to extend payment terms for oil imports Sri Lanka is in talks with oil supplying countries to extend payments terms for up to one year, Treasury Secretary S R A...",negative,-1
"Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo to re-open on June 12",6/10/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's Shangri-La Colombo, which was one of three hotels hit by suicide bombers on Easter Sunday will re-open on Ju...","Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo to re-open on June 12 Sri Lanka's Shangri-La Colombo, which was one of three hotels hit by suicide bombers on Easter Sunday will re-open on Ju...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka Christmas cake hit by high inflation,12/25/2021,Economy,Prices accelerate faster in recent years,Sri Lanka Christmas cake hit by high inflation Prices accelerate faster in recent years,negative,-1
Standard Chartered Sri Lanka finances MAS group to make Covid-19 face masks for US,6/7/2020,Apparel,Standard Chartered Sri Lanka said it had provided an 11 million US dollar credit from a concessionary Covid-19 facility ...,Standard Chartered Sri Lanka finances MAS group to make Covid-19 face masks for US Standard Chartered Sri Lanka said it had provided an 11 million US dollar credit from a concessionary Covid-19 facility ...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka cabinet to take final decision on SLT sale with industry views,6/9/2023,Defence,"The report ""lacks a logical or scientific data analysis pertaining to the subject matter."" ","Sri Lanka cabinet to take final decision on SLT sale with industry views The report ""lacks a logical or scientific data analysis pertaining to the subject matter."" ",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka former presidents CBK, Sirisena to back incumbent, claims AKD",1/29/2024,Politics,"""Everyone on TV is talking about one thing: the NPP.""","Sri Lanka former presidents CBK, Sirisena to back incumbent, claims AKD ""Everyone on TV is talking about one thing: the NPP.""",negative,-1
"VAT, NBT concessions from September",8/7/2019,Economy,Amendments to Value Added Tax (VAT) and Nation Building Tax (NBT) proposed by the Finance Minister has been approved by ...,"VAT, NBT concessions from September Amendments to Value Added Tax (VAT) and Nation Building Tax (NBT) proposed by the Finance Minister has been approved by ...",positive,1
Sri Lanka bond yields up over speculation on IMF deal delay,12/5/2022,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka officials have said that the IMF deal could take as long as March,Sri Lanka bond yields up over speculation on IMF deal delay Sri Lanka officials have said that the IMF deal could take as long as March,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka's economic crisis forces hospitals to delay ""elective surgeries""",2/15/2023,Health,Sri Lanka hospitals are struggling with essential drug shortage since the start of economic crisis,"Sri Lanka's economic crisis forces hospitals to delay ""elective surgeries"" Sri Lanka hospitals are struggling with essential drug shortage since the start of economic crisis",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka president invites Tamil parties to discuss issues, wants resolution by February",11/10/2022,Politics,"""We want to settle this. All of us are Sri Lankans. So let us all get together and make it a point...","Sri Lanka president invites Tamil parties to discuss issues, wants resolution by February ""We want to settle this. All of us are Sri Lankans. So let us all get together and make it a point...",positive,1
Sri Lanka millers given subsidized  credit to buy paddy at Rs50 a kilo,1/23/2020,Agriculture,The Sri Lankan government will provide subsidised loans to millers to buy quality rice from farmers at 50 rupees a kilog...,Sri Lanka millers given subsidized  credit to buy paddy at Rs50 a kilo The Sri Lankan government will provide subsidised loans to millers to buy quality rice from farmers at 50 rupees a kilog...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, selling on diversified financials",5/8/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was at 2.2 billion.,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, selling on diversified financials Turnover was at 2.2 billion.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Aragalaya protestors form 'Xcore' political movement,12/12/2022,Politics,To nurture young leader for public office,Sri Lanka's Aragalaya protestors form 'Xcore' political movement To nurture young leader for public office,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka stocks close lower, rupee firmer",1/7/2019,Markets,Sri  Lanka stocks closed lower on Monday with turnover picking up from  from a 10-year low amid foreign sales.,"Sri Lanka stocks close lower, rupee firmer Sri  Lanka stocks closed lower on Monday with turnover picking up from  from a 10-year low amid foreign sales.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka 12-month Treasuries fall at auction,1/9/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasuries yields fell 14 basis points to 10.85 percent at Wednesdays auction, with 20 billion rupe...","Sri Lanka 12-month Treasuries fall at auction Sri Lanka's 12-month Treasuries yields fell 14 basis points to 10.85 percent at Wednesdays auction, with 20 billion rupe...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka tea prices fall at weekly auction,4/30/2023,Tea,"ri Lanka’s Ceylon tea prices were down 50-100 rupees per kilogram at an auction on April 26, amidst good demand.","Sri Lanka tea prices fall at weekly auction ri Lanka’s Ceylon tea prices were down 50-100 rupees per kilogram at an auction on April 26, amidst good demand.",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka's manufacturing recovers in Nov 2020, services still down: PMI",12/16/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's manufacturing activities had recovered in November 2020 after being hit by a Coronavirus outbreak in October...,"Sri Lanka's manufacturing recovers in Nov 2020, services still down: PMI Sri Lanka's manufacturing activities had recovered in November 2020 after being hit by a Coronavirus outbreak in October...",negative,-1
Sri Lankans flock to retake terrorism insurance cover,4/25/2019,Finance,"Sri Lankan firms are rushing to re-subscribe to terrorism insurance covers following the Easter Sunday bombings, a top o...","Sri Lankans flock to retake terrorism insurance cover Sri Lankan firms are rushing to re-subscribe to terrorism insurance covers following the Easter Sunday bombings, a top o...",positive,1
Sri Lanka rupee opens steady after sharp gain,5/9/2019,Bonds & Forex,"ECONOMYNEXT - The US dollar opened steady at 174.90/175.20 rupees in early spot market trading Thursday, after the rupee...","Sri Lanka rupee opens steady after sharp gain ECONOMYNEXT - The US dollar opened steady at 174.90/175.20 rupees in early spot market trading Thursday, after the rupee...",positive,1
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 4.5-pct,6/7/2023,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka’s coconut auction prices gained 4.5 percent from a week ago at an auction on June 01, data showed.","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices up 4.5-pct Sri Lanka’s coconut auction prices gained 4.5 percent from a week ago at an auction on June 01, data showed.",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields stable",1/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.55/65 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday from last week, while bond ...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.55/65 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday from last week, while bond ...",negative,-1
Police probe alleged attack on Methodist center,4/16/2019,Uncategorized,Police are investigating  an alleged attack on a Methodist Center in Anuradhapura on Sunday (14). ,Police probe alleged attack on Methodist center Police are investigating  an alleged attack on a Methodist Center in Anuradhapura on Sunday (14). ,negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat at 198.00/199.00 in the one-week forward market,3/16/2021,Markets,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted flat at 198.00/199.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Tuesday while...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted flat at 198.00/199.00 in the one-week forward market Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted flat at 198.00/199.00 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forward market on Tuesday while...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka UDA to finalise investment for 22 development projects,1/11/2024,Construction and Real Estate,Another 5 projects are in clearance.,Sri Lanka UDA to finalise investment for 22 development projects Another 5 projects are in clearance.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 303.30/45 to the US dollar,3/22/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee closes at 303.30/45 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady.,positive,1
Sri Lanka coconut auctions resume at Rs22.30 after price control lowered,7/17/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's coconut auctions have resumed after a floor price was dropped with 1.3 million nuts traded at the last aucti...,Sri Lanka coconut auctions resume at Rs22.30 after price control lowered Sri Lanka's coconut auctions have resumed after a floor price was dropped with 1.3 million nuts traded at the last aucti...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka petrol, diesel deals won by PetroChina International",6/1/2021,Energy,Singapore based PetroChina International has won contracts to supply diesel and petrol to Sri Lanka.,"Sri Lanka petrol, diesel deals won by PetroChina International Singapore based PetroChina International has won contracts to supply diesel and petrol to Sri Lanka.",positive,1
Under fire US aviation agency defends B737 vetting,3/18/2019,International news,"The US agency that regulates civil aviation said Sunday it followed ""standard"" procedures in certifying the Boeing jetli...","Under fire US aviation agency defends B737 vetting The US agency that regulates civil aviation said Sunday it followed ""standard"" procedures in certifying the Boeing jetli...",negative,-1
Human Rights Commission issues guidelines to Acting IGP on arbitrary arrests,7/3/2019,Politics,The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) yesterday recommended a series of guidelines to  Acting Inspector Gener...,Human Rights Commission issues guidelines to Acting IGP on arbitrary arrests The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) yesterday recommended a series of guidelines to  Acting Inspector Gener...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka January Ceylon tea production down 16.1-pct,2/26/2023,Agriculture,Sri Lanka tea production for January 2023 was 19.14 million kilograms down from 22.8 million kilograms a year ago.,Sri Lanka January Ceylon tea production down 16.1-pct Sri Lanka tea production for January 2023 was 19.14 million kilograms down from 22.8 million kilograms a year ago.,negative,-1
"Money, money, money: the tycoon factor in India's election",4/15/2019,International news,"India's tycoons are playing a pivotal role in the Asian giant's most expensive election ever, from funding campaigns and...","Money, money, money: the tycoon factor in India's election India's tycoons are playing a pivotal role in the Asian giant's most expensive election ever, from funding campaigns and...",positive,1
Corbyn's promises bad policies that led to UK's post WWII decline,11/24/2019,Uncategorized,Plans by Britain's Labour party to nationalise key industries would reverse a business trend begun by Margaret Thatcher ...,Corbyn's promises bad policies that led to UK's post WWII decline Plans by Britain's Labour party to nationalise key industries would reverse a business trend begun by Margaret Thatcher ...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals down 46.9-pct in July,8/2/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals for July were down 46.9 percent to 115,701 from a year earlier following the Easter Sunday ...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals down 46.9-pct in July Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals for July were down 46.9 percent to 115,701 from a year earlier following the Easter Sunday ...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee weakens, bond yields stable at open",3/25/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened slightly weaker at 178.05/15 to the US dollar in the spot market, while bond yields were stable...","Sri Lanka rupee weakens, bond yields stable at open Sri Lanka's rupee opened slightly weaker at 178.05/15 to the US dollar in the spot market, while bond yields were stable...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka food, shampoo firms hit by midnight 'regime uncertainty' as palm oil banned",4/7/2021,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka firms producing a range of foods and personal care items would be hit by a palm oil ban, in addition to public...","Sri Lanka food, shampoo firms hit by midnight 'regime uncertainty' as palm oil banned Sri Lanka firms producing a range of foods and personal care items would be hit by a palm oil ban, in addition to public...",negative,-1
Yasantha Kodagoda PC sworn in as President of Court of Appeal,3/28/2019,Politics,Additional Solicitor General President’s Counsel Yasantha Kodagoda was sworn in as President of the Court of Appeal to...,Yasantha Kodagoda PC sworn in as President of Court of Appeal Additional Solicitor General President’s Counsel Yasantha Kodagoda was sworn in as President of the Court of Appeal to...,positive,1
Nehru: The Advaita of Nonviolent Revolution,7/11/2023,Constitutional Amendments,Gandhi’s secular collaborator sees transformational energy in age-old hindu metaphysics,Nehru: The Advaita of Nonviolent Revolution Gandhi’s secular collaborator sees transformational energy in age-old hindu metaphysics,positive,1
Five die from Coronavirus overnight and all victims are from Colombo – Info Dept,11/5/2020,Health,The Department of Government Information announced a short while ago that five more people have died of Covid 19 bringin...,Five die from Coronavirus overnight and all victims are from Colombo – Info Dept The Department of Government Information announced a short while ago that five more people have died of Covid 19 bringin...,negative,-1
Civil Aviation ministry secretary appointed Chairman of SriLankan Airlines,11/14/2018,Aviation,"ECONOMYNEXT – G. S. Vithanage, Secretary of the Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation, has been appointed chai...","Civil Aviation ministry secretary appointed Chairman of SriLankan Airlines ECONOMYNEXT – G. S. Vithanage, Secretary of the Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation, has been appointed chai...",positive,1
"EU campaign boosts green behaviour among Sri Lanka youth, businesses",11/16/2023,Environment,The campaign included a series of competitions and challenges for school and university students to discuss and innovate,"EU campaign boosts green behaviour among Sri Lanka youth, businesses The campaign included a series of competitions and challenges for school and university students to discuss and innovate",positive,1
Sri Lanka's plans to resume executions major setback for human rights - Human Rights Watch,7/1/2019,Uncategorized,"Calling for a halt to Sri Lanka's plans on resuming the death penalty, the Human Rights Watch (HRW) yesterday said that ...","Sri Lanka's plans to resume executions major setback for human rights - Human Rights Watch Calling for a halt to Sri Lanka's plans on resuming the death penalty, the Human Rights Watch (HRW) yesterday said that ...",negative,-1
"As Omicron looms, Sri Laka health experts call for accelerated vaccine rollout",11/29/2021,Health,Sri Lanka now has fully vaccinated 13.7 million so far.,"As Omicron looms, Sri Laka health experts call for accelerated vaccine rollout Sri Lanka now has fully vaccinated 13.7 million so far.",negative,-1
Eligible voters under quarantine can vote after 5 pm on polling day – Elections Commission,7/29/2020,Health,Sri Lankan citizens who are eligible to vote in the Parliamentary General Elections and are quarantined due to COVID 19 ...,Eligible voters under quarantine can vote after 5 pm on polling day – Elections Commission Sri Lankan citizens who are eligible to vote in the Parliamentary General Elections and are quarantined due to COVID 19 ...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka bonds flat, rupee guidance peg weaker",7/14/2022,Bonds & Forex,Guidance peg at 361.90,"Sri Lanka bonds flat, rupee guidance peg weaker Guidance peg at 361.90",negative,-1
SriLankan Airlines mulls expanding space for growing cargo business,8/29/2019,Aviation,SriLankan Airlines is planning to break up its existing cargo terminal space at the Katunayake international airport int...,SriLankan Airlines mulls expanding space for growing cargo business SriLankan Airlines is planning to break up its existing cargo terminal space at the Katunayake international airport int...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka stock market recovers from circuit breaker, down 30-pct in 2020",5/12/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 3.29 percent lower Tuesday taking the market down 30 percent so far in 2020, but stocks recovere...","Sri Lanka stock market recovers from circuit breaker, down 30-pct in 2020 Sri Lanka stocks closed 3.29 percent lower Tuesday taking the market down 30 percent so far in 2020, but stocks recovere...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka in bid to avert 2.5 hour power cuts on Jan 19,1/18/2022,Energy,We need diesel from January 19-22,Sri Lanka in bid to avert 2.5 hour power cuts on Jan 19 We need diesel from January 19-22,negative,-1
AirAsia Philippines starts seafarer flights to Sri Lanka's Mattala airport,8/10/2020,Aviation,AirAsia Philippines had started operating seafarer repatriation flights to Sri Lanka's Mattala Airport as the island ser...,AirAsia Philippines starts seafarer flights to Sri Lanka's Mattala airport AirAsia Philippines had started operating seafarer repatriation flights to Sri Lanka's Mattala Airport as the island ser...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka central bank should look at credit and liquidity in a new way: Finance Minister,11/17/2020,Economy, Sri Lanka's central bank should look at credit and liquidity in a new way and maintain price stability with inflation a...,Sri Lanka central bank should look at credit and liquidity in a new way: Finance Minister  Sri Lanka's central bank should look at credit and liquidity in a new way and maintain price stability with inflation a...,positive,1
Sri Lanka's higher education ministry cracks down on ragging,9/18/2023,Education,Higher Education Ministry to introduce new regulations and a hotline for tips against ragging in universities ,Sri Lanka's higher education ministry cracks down on ragging Higher Education Ministry to introduce new regulations and a hotline for tips against ragging in universities ,negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks close higher,5/7/2021,Markets,"ASPI pushed up by LOLC Holdings, Hayleys Plc and Vallibel.","Sri Lanka stocks close higher ASPI pushed up by LOLC Holdings, Hayleys Plc and Vallibel.",negative,-1
Cabraal removes Sri Lanka bond auction price controls,9/27/2021,Economy,Rs 2bn printed after last week's bill auction despite low forex reserves,Cabraal removes Sri Lanka bond auction price controls Rs 2bn printed after last week's bill auction despite low forex reserves,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka, India growth downgraded by IMF; Bhutan, Nepal up",10/23/2019,Economy,"Growth for Bhutan and Nepal, countries which do not have central banks has been upgraded","Sri Lanka, India growth downgraded by IMF; Bhutan, Nepal up Growth for Bhutan and Nepal, countries which do not have central banks has been upgraded",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Expolanka net down 87-pct as Fed stops printing money,1/29/2023,Logistics,Both air and sea freight see contraction as global trade volumes fall,Sri Lanka's Expolanka net down 87-pct as Fed stops printing money Both air and sea freight see contraction as global trade volumes fall,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka private hospitals to admit Coronavirus patients, do PCR test",3/19/2020,Environment," Sri Lanka's health ministry has issued guidelines for private hospitals to test patients for COVID19 Coronavirus, expan...","Sri Lanka private hospitals to admit Coronavirus patients, do PCR test  Sri Lanka's health ministry has issued guidelines for private hospitals to test patients for COVID19 Coronavirus, expan...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka Laugfs terminal handles 400,000MT LP Gas, 60-pct re-exports",9/18/2020,Energy,"Laugfs Terminals Ltd at Hambantota port, a unit of Sri Lanka's publicly traded Laugfs group said it had handled 413,000 ...","Sri Lanka Laugfs terminal handles 400,000MT LP Gas, 60-pct re-exports Laugfs Terminals Ltd at Hambantota port, a unit of Sri Lanka's publicly traded Laugfs group said it had handled 413,000 ...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka's CEB hires 5,900 staff, mostly from Kegalle: Minister",3/18/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board had hired about 5,900 staff in recent years mostly from the Kegalle distr...","Sri Lanka's CEB hires 5,900 staff, mostly from Kegalle: Minister Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Electricity Board had hired about 5,900 staff in recent years mostly from the Kegalle distr...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka's COVID-19 third wave on track to taking 20,000+ lives by December: expert",8/9/2021,Health,"“Most likely over 3,000 people are dying of COVID-19 now each month.""","Sri Lanka's COVID-19 third wave on track to taking 20,000+ lives by December: expert “Most likely over 3,000 people are dying of COVID-19 now each month.""",negative,-1
Proposals for a new constitution presented to President,2/14/2020,Political News,A set of proposals containing points that should be taken into account when formulating a new Constitution was presented...,Proposals for a new constitution presented to President A set of proposals containing points that should be taken into account when formulating a new Constitution was presented...,positive,1
Missed opportunity for Sri Lanka opposition to raise concerns with IMF: govt,3/11/2024,Politics,"""They could've shared their concerns with the whole gathering and said 'not this tax, have this instead'.""","Missed opportunity for Sri Lanka opposition to raise concerns with IMF: govt ""They could've shared their concerns with the whole gathering and said 'not this tax, have this instead'.""",negative,-1
Chandrika bags Common Ground Award,6/26/2019,Uncategorized,Former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga received the 2019 Common Ground Award at the House of Lords in Londo...,Chandrika bags Common Ground Award Former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga received the 2019 Common Ground Award at the House of Lords in Londo...,positive,1
Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon plans Rs10bn venture fund,4/3/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka's state-run Bank of Ceylon is planning a 10 billion rupees venture capital fund after seeing high balance shee...,Sri Lanka's Bank of Ceylon plans Rs10bn venture fund Sri Lanka's state-run Bank of Ceylon is planning a 10 billion rupees venture capital fund after seeing high balance shee...,negative,-1
Intelligence officers helped trap wanted Negombo Prison Chief Sampayo - Police,8/3/2020,Corruption,"Sri Lanka’s State Intelligence Service is assisting police battle organized crime and drug cartels, a Senior Police of...","Intelligence officers helped trap wanted Negombo Prison Chief Sampayo - Police Sri Lanka’s State Intelligence Service is assisting police battle organized crime and drug cartels, a Senior Police of...",positive,1
Indian defence minister visits Sri Lanka amid Chinese request to dock second research vessel ,9/1/2023,Defence,India has raised security concerns over Chinese vessel visit - analysts ,Indian defence minister visits Sri Lanka amid Chinese request to dock second research vessel  India has raised security concerns over Chinese vessel visit - analysts ,negative,-1
Ranjan tapes jump to Sri Lanka foreign relations from domestic affairs,2/18/2020,Political News,Several recordings tabled by legislator Ranjan Ramanayake not only contained conversations involving domestic affairs bu...,Ranjan tapes jump to Sri Lanka foreign relations from domestic affairs Several recordings tabled by legislator Ranjan Ramanayake not only contained conversations involving domestic affairs bu...,negative,-1
UNP hasn't abandoned Ranjan; only questions his methods - Eran,1/23/2020,Politics,"The UNP has not abandoned MP Ranjan Ramanayake but merely questions his methods, which will be the subject of an interna...","UNP hasn't abandoned Ranjan; only questions his methods - Eran The UNP has not abandoned MP Ranjan Ramanayake but merely questions his methods, which will be the subject of an interna...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka former PM cautions against recognising new Taliban govt,8/19/2021,International Relations,Wickremesinghe said the world which is already facing a pandemic now has a new threat to contend with.,Sri Lanka former PM cautions against recognising new Taliban govt Wickremesinghe said the world which is already facing a pandemic now has a new threat to contend with.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka eyes 3mn Sinopharm Covid-19 doses to ramp up Coronavirus vaccination drive,5/11/2021,Health,"Another 85,000 Sputnik vaccine doses expected soon","Sri Lanka eyes 3mn Sinopharm Covid-19 doses to ramp up Coronavirus vaccination drive Another 85,000 Sputnik vaccine doses expected soon",negative,-1
Sri Lanka imports recover in January 2021 amid credit pick up,3/11/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka's imports grew to 1,592 million US dollars in January 2021 as credit and economic activities recovered the hig...","Sri Lanka imports recover in January 2021 amid credit pick up Sri Lanka's imports grew to 1,592 million US dollars in January 2021 as credit and economic activities recovered the hig...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's FitsAir begins Colombo-Dhaka flights,4/19/2024,Aviation,FitsAir will initially operate two weekly flights Wednesday and Sunday on Dhaka-Colombo route with Airbus A320 aircraft ,Sri Lanka's FitsAir begins Colombo-Dhaka flights FitsAir will initially operate two weekly flights Wednesday and Sunday on Dhaka-Colombo route with Airbus A320 aircraft ,negative,-1
Venezuela printed money like Sri Lanka driving women into prostitution: Kabir,11/22/2022,Economy,We are not against reforms. However the pain must be shared,Venezuela printed money like Sri Lanka driving women into prostitution: Kabir We are not against reforms. However the pain must be shared,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka private credit flat in July, govt credit up",9/4/2023,Banking,Rupee fall changes outstanding debt value,"Sri Lanka private credit flat in July, govt credit up Rupee fall changes outstanding debt value",negative,-1
WHO warns overseas virus spread may be 'tip of the iceberg',2/10/2020,International news,The head of the World Health Organization has warned that confirmed cases of coronavirus being transmitted by people who...,WHO warns overseas virus spread may be 'tip of the iceberg' The head of the World Health Organization has warned that confirmed cases of coronavirus being transmitted by people who...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka to import Rose Onion amid rising big onion prices,3/13/2024,Trade,The supply of big onions in the country decreased after neighboring India and Pakistan stopped onion exports.,Sri Lanka to import Rose Onion amid rising big onion prices The supply of big onions in the country decreased after neighboring India and Pakistan stopped onion exports.,negative,-1
Vanni region Security Forces asked to excercise caution after boxes with Low Explosives found,6/15/2020,Defence,Security Forces in the Vanni region have been warned to be wary of handling parcels left near their camps after one of t...,Vanni region Security Forces asked to excercise caution after boxes with Low Explosives found Security Forces in the Vanni region have been warned to be wary of handling parcels left near their camps after one of t...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka government taking tough calls to stabilize economy: Cabraal,3/14/2022,Economy,.,Sri Lanka government taking tough calls to stabilize economy: Cabraal .,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's corporate income tax collection abysmally low: think tank,10/24/2023,Economy,"""Compared to other countries in the region as well, CIT collection in Sri Lanka has been abysmally low.""","Sri Lanka's corporate income tax collection abysmally low: think tank ""Compared to other countries in the region as well, CIT collection in Sri Lanka has been abysmally low.""",negative,-1
"37,000 dual citizenships since 2015; Rs. 100 bn in losses due to fraudulent birth certificate, NICs",6/28/2019,Economy,"Nearly 37,000 Sri Lankans living abroad have been granted dual citizenship since 2015, Immigration and Emigration Contro...","37,000 dual citizenships since 2015; Rs. 100 bn in losses due to fraudulent birth certificate, NICs Nearly 37,000 Sri Lankans living abroad have been granted dual citizenship since 2015, Immigration and Emigration Contro...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka stocks close 1.19 pct higher on Hatton National Bank, Telecom and Asian Hotels",12/7/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.19 percent higher on Monday’s closing on index heavy Hatton National Bank, Sri Lanka Telecom...","Sri Lanka stocks close 1.19 pct higher on Hatton National Bank, Telecom and Asian Hotels Sri Lanka stocks closed 1.19 percent higher on Monday’s closing on index heavy Hatton National Bank, Sri Lanka Telecom...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields fall",1/8/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.70/80 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields eased...","Sri Lanka rupee ends weaker, gilt yields fall Sri Lanka’s rupee closed weaker at 181.70/80 to the US dollar in the spot market on Wednesday, while bond yields eased...",negative,-1
Man nabbed attempting to cross districts posing as doctor: police,4/25/2020,Health,"A man was arrested in Matara today for attempting to cross districts amid the COVID-19 curfew, posing as a doctor, polic...","Man nabbed attempting to cross districts posing as doctor: police A man was arrested in Matara today for attempting to cross districts amid the COVID-19 curfew, posing as a doctor, polic...",negative,-1
Asian markets power ahead on rising trade-talks hopes,1/9/2019,International news,Increasing optimism that China and the US will be able to hammer out a deal to help ease their trade war provided the im...,Asian markets power ahead on rising trade-talks hopes Increasing optimism that China and the US will be able to hammer out a deal to help ease their trade war provided the im...,positive,1
Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank profits up 78-pct before windfall tax,11/15/2021,Banking,NPL ratio falls amid 9.9-pct loan growth,Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank profits up 78-pct before windfall tax NPL ratio falls amid 9.9-pct loan growth,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge down,2/27/2023,Markets,"Top gainers were Lanka IOC, Richard Pieris and Expolanka.","Sri Lanka's mid day shares edge down Top gainers were Lanka IOC, Richard Pieris and Expolanka.",positive,1
AG orders arrest of Kurunegala Mayor and others over demolition incident,8/6/2020,Politics,Attorney General Dappula de Livera has directed Acting IGP C D Wickramaratne to obtain warrants for the arrest of five i...,AG orders arrest of Kurunegala Mayor and others over demolition incident Attorney General Dappula de Livera has directed Acting IGP C D Wickramaratne to obtain warrants for the arrest of five i...,negative,-1
Trio running mystery communication operation nabbed in Negombo,6/7/2019,Uncategorized,"Police are baffled after they found a communication operation that was running with hundreds of mobile phones, tens of t...","Trio running mystery communication operation nabbed in Negombo Police are baffled after they found a communication operation that was running with hundreds of mobile phones, tens of t...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka inflation hits 14.2-pct in January 2022,2/1/2022,Economy,The food sub-index grew 25 percent in the 12-months to January,Sri Lanka inflation hits 14.2-pct in January 2022 The food sub-index grew 25 percent in the 12-months to January,negative,-1
Sri Lanka President prorogues parliament till Feb 07,1/26/2024,Political News,Prorogued with effect from midnight Jan 26,Sri Lanka President prorogues parliament till Feb 07 Prorogued with effect from midnight Jan 26,positive,1
Sri Lanka looking into taxpayer top up for mandated estate wage hike: Minister,2/13/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's taxpayer support may be extended to supplement a state mandated wage hike to workers of plantations plantati...,Sri Lanka looking into taxpayer top up for mandated estate wage hike: Minister Sri Lanka's taxpayer support may be extended to supplement a state mandated wage hike to workers of plantations plantati...,negative,-1
China opens up finance sector to more foreign investment,7/20/2019,International news,"China lifted some restrictions on foreign investment in the financial sector Saturday, as the world's second largest eco...","China opens up finance sector to more foreign investment China lifted some restrictions on foreign investment in the financial sector Saturday, as the world's second largest eco...",positive,1
"Abolish executive presidency, Sri Lanka opposition leader says in fiery speech",4/5/2022,Politics,"“The time has come to change the executive presidency. Let us use this opportunity,” he said.","Abolish executive presidency, Sri Lanka opposition leader says in fiery speech “The time has come to change the executive presidency. Let us use this opportunity,” he said.",positive,1
Sri Lanka stocks gain for third straight session in thin turnover; budget awaited of cues,11/11/2022,Markets,2023 budget is scheduled for Monday,Sri Lanka stocks gain for third straight session in thin turnover; budget awaited of cues 2023 budget is scheduled for Monday,negative,-1
Sri Lanka signs US$500mn loan with China Development Bank,4/12/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka has inked the agreement to get a 500 million US dollar loan from China Development Bank, Treasury Secretary S ...","Sri Lanka signs US$500mn loan with China Development Bank Sri Lanka has inked the agreement to get a 500 million US dollar loan from China Development Bank, Treasury Secretary S ...",negative,-1
No backlogged PCR tests in Sri Lanka: Health Services Deputy DG,11/2/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has no backlogged PCR tests or issues in the PCR testing process currently being carried out in the country, a...","No backlogged PCR tests in Sri Lanka: Health Services Deputy DG Sri Lanka has no backlogged PCR tests or issues in the PCR testing process currently being carried out in the country, a...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka jails perp for sex offence on tourists on skype evidence,8/1/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka has jailed a person accused of sexually harassing two British women for five years after getting video evidenc...,Sri Lanka jails perp for sex offence on tourists on skype evidence Sri Lanka has jailed a person accused of sexually harassing two British women for five years after getting video evidenc...,negative,-1
We are no more a country with a low income-PM,7/18/2019,Economy,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says that Sri Lanka is no more a country with low income but a country considered as...,We are no more a country with a low income-PM Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe says that Sri Lanka is no more a country with low income but a country considered as...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka President assures independence to central bank,5/28/2022,Economy,Meets Governor Nandalal Weerasinghe,Sri Lanka President assures independence to central bank Meets Governor Nandalal Weerasinghe,positive,1
"Lal Kantha says ready for armed struggle if needed, has advice for NPP",11/6/2023,Politics,"The former MP said that, since 1931, Sri Lankans have been changing governments through universal franchise.","Lal Kantha says ready for armed struggle if needed, has advice for NPP The former MP said that, since 1931, Sri Lankans have been changing governments through universal franchise.",positive,1
"Sri Lanka ethnic issue: TNA accepts president's overture, MP suggests party ready to talk federal",11/24/2022,Politics,"""Everyone must feel secure. That is our desire as well. That the majority of this country must accept it.""","Sri Lanka ethnic issue: TNA accepts president's overture, MP suggests party ready to talk federal ""Everyone must feel secure. That is our desire as well. That the majority of this country must accept it.""",positive,1
Sri Lanka rupee quoted wider at 200/204 to one-month dollar,4/23/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted wider at 200/204 levels in the one-month dollar on Friday while bond yields remained unchange...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted wider at 200/204 to one-month dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee quoted wider at 200/204 levels in the one-month dollar on Friday while bond yields remained unchange...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's EB Creasy rated [SL]BBB by ICRA Lanka,8/29/2021,Bonds & Forex,Borrowings skewed to the short term,Sri Lanka's EB Creasy rated [SL]BBB by ICRA Lanka Borrowings skewed to the short term,negative,-1
Sri Lanka to introduce anti-hoarding laws for rice millers after scaremongering,6/15/2022,Agriculture,Prime Minister has warned of a food shortage from August,Sri Lanka to introduce anti-hoarding laws for rice millers after scaremongering Prime Minister has warned of a food shortage from August,negative,-1
Sri Lanka rates to follow faster fall in inflation: CB Governor,5/10/2023,Economy,"After the complete debt restructuring process, market interest rates expected to come down faster","Sri Lanka rates to follow faster fall in inflation: CB Governor After the complete debt restructuring process, market interest rates expected to come down faster",negative,-1
"Nadunagamuwa Raja, Sri Lanka's famed tusker carrying tooth relic, passes",3/7/2022,Culture,Raja carried the casket for 12 years.,"Nadunagamuwa Raja, Sri Lanka's famed tusker carrying tooth relic, passes Raja carried the casket for 12 years.",positive,1
Sri Lanka Tamil parties want UN action against the government for HR violations,1/17/2021,Democracy,"Political parties, civil society bodies and victims organisations demand that the Human Rights Council act against the g...","Sri Lanka Tamil parties want UN action against the government for HR violations Political parties, civil society bodies and victims organisations demand that the Human Rights Council act against the g...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka President declares fuel, power, health services as essential",9/4/2022,Economy,"The order was issued under powers to make them essential if such services were ""likely to be impeded or interrupted""","Sri Lanka President declares fuel, power, health services as essential The order was issued under powers to make them essential if such services were ""likely to be impeded or interrupted""",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Softlogic Stock Brokers get [SL]BBB rating from ICRA,8/12/2021,Business,The firm had a risk-weighted capital adequacy ratio of 310 percent as of March-21,Sri Lanka's Softlogic Stock Brokers get [SL]BBB rating from ICRA The firm had a risk-weighted capital adequacy ratio of 310 percent as of March-21,negative,-1
Colombo Dockyard gets third pilot launch order from Sri Lanka port,9/18/2019,Business,"State-run Sri Lanka Port Authority is to award a deal to build a pilot vessel to Colombo Dockyard Plc, a Colobo publicly...","Colombo Dockyard gets third pilot launch order from Sri Lanka port State-run Sri Lanka Port Authority is to award a deal to build a pilot vessel to Colombo Dockyard Plc, a Colobo publicly...",negative,-1
The call to postpone elections is heard again as public concern over COVID 19 rises,7/14/2020,Health,A government formed out of a parliament with a fresh mandate from the people will have the legitimacy and be adequately ...,The call to postpone elections is heard again as public concern over COVID 19 rises A government formed out of a parliament with a fresh mandate from the people will have the legitimacy and be adequately ...,positive,1
Sri Lanka to improve resolution of failing banks: CB Governor,1/6/2021,Banking,Sri Lanka is improving the process of dealing with failing banks and finance companies and which will prevent contagion ...,Sri Lanka to improve resolution of failing banks: CB Governor Sri Lanka is improving the process of dealing with failing banks and finance companies and which will prevent contagion ...,positive,1
Sri Lanka court rejects petition against Gotabhaya Rajapaksa,10/4/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's Court of Appeal has dismissed a petition challenging the citizenship of Gotabhaya Rajapsaka.,Sri Lanka court rejects petition against Gotabhaya Rajapaksa Sri Lanka's Court of Appeal has dismissed a petition challenging the citizenship of Gotabhaya Rajapsaka.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka seeks forex liquidity support for state banks from AIIB,5/9/2022,Banking,Minister Ali Sabry discussed the need for FOREX liquidity support for the state banks of Sri Lanka ,Sri Lanka seeks forex liquidity support for state banks from AIIB Minister Ali Sabry discussed the need for FOREX liquidity support for the state banks of Sri Lanka ,negative,-1
Sri Lanka confirms record 214 COVID-19 deaths; highest daily toll yet,8/27/2021,Health,Weekly COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka have increased by 40 percent this week.,Sri Lanka confirms record 214 COVID-19 deaths; highest daily toll yet Weekly COVID-19 cases in Sri Lanka have increased by 40 percent this week.,negative,-1
Ananda Seneviratne appointed Managing Director of Sri Lanka's Siyapatha Finance,3/18/2019,Culture,"Sri Lanka's Siyapatha Finance has appointed Ananda Seneviratne as Managing Director, the firm said.","Ananda Seneviratne appointed Managing Director of Sri Lanka's Siyapatha Finance Sri Lanka's Siyapatha Finance has appointed Ananda Seneviratne as Managing Director, the firm said.",positive,1
Sri Lanka stock trading halted over glitch at broker systems,1/29/2021,Markets,Trading at Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange was halted shortly after noon over a technical fault at the back office sy...,Sri Lanka stock trading halted over glitch at broker systems Trading at Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange was halted shortly after noon over a technical fault at the back office sy...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee strengthens crossing 300 to the US dollar,4/2/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were broadly steady.,Sri Lanka rupee strengthens crossing 300 to the US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady.,positive,1
"Sri Lanka Coronavirus controls aimed at new hotspots in Korea, Italy",3/1/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka is applying its anti-Coronavirus control procedures to new hotspots as Italy, Korea and Iran emerged to the fo...","Sri Lanka Coronavirus controls aimed at new hotspots in Korea, Italy Sri Lanka is applying its anti-Coronavirus control procedures to new hotspots as Italy, Korea and Iran emerged to the fo...",negative,-1
Namal permitted to travel abroad till 10 Feb,11/26/2019,Corruption,The Colombo High Court hearing the Gowers Corporate case granted permission to MP Namal Rajapaksa today to travel abroad...,Namal permitted to travel abroad till 10 Feb The Colombo High Court hearing the Gowers Corporate case granted permission to MP Namal Rajapaksa today to travel abroad...,positive,1
Sri Lanka Customs arrest three Indians suspected of smuggling in jewellery,8/20/2022,Crime,"The total weight of the jewellery was 1,200 grams.","Sri Lanka Customs arrest three Indians suspected of smuggling in jewellery The total weight of the jewellery was 1,200 grams.",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka’s November trade gap narrows, imports fall",1/28/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT – A sharp slowdown in spending on imports, especially cars, helped narrow Sri Lanka’s trade de...","Sri Lanka’s November trade gap narrows, imports fall ECONOMYNEXT – A sharp slowdown in spending on imports, especially cars, helped narrow Sri Lanka’s trade de...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka to update Companies Act, finance laws",10/10/2023,Legal,The cabinet has also given the go ahead for a National Hydrology bill,"Sri Lanka to update Companies Act, finance laws The cabinet has also given the go ahead for a National Hydrology bill",positive,1
Sri Lanka bus fares to remain unchanged,6/30/2023,Economy,"""According to the calculation there should be an increase of 6.42 percent in bus fares."" ","Sri Lanka bus fares to remain unchanged ""According to the calculation there should be an increase of 6.42 percent in bus fares."" ",negative,-1
Sri Lanka central bank forex interventions turn negative in November,1/11/2021,Economy,Interventions in Sri Lanka's foreign exchange market by the central bank to maintain a soft-pegged exchange rate regime ...,Sri Lanka central bank forex interventions turn negative in November Interventions in Sri Lanka's foreign exchange market by the central bank to maintain a soft-pegged exchange rate regime ...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka halts cruise tourism on Coronavirus, to quarantine high risk arrivals",3/5/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's has halted cruise tourism as the Coronavirus spread to Europe and the US and the Indian Ocean island will al...,"Sri Lanka halts cruise tourism on Coronavirus, to quarantine high risk arrivals Sri Lanka's has halted cruise tourism as the Coronavirus spread to Europe and the US and the Indian Ocean island will al...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka tourist arrivals down 18-pct in 2019, near-full  recovery in December",1/6/2020,Business,"Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals in 2019 fell 18 percent from a year earlier to 1.9 million persons, following the Easter Su...","Sri Lanka tourist arrivals down 18-pct in 2019, near-full  recovery in December Sri Lanka's tourist arrivals in 2019 fell 18 percent from a year earlier to 1.9 million persons, following the Easter Su...",negative,-1
"UNP Alliance will be ""Social Democratic"" - Rajitha",8/29/2019,Politics,The United National Party-led Alliance will bring a Social Democratic focus to its policies when contesting future elect...,"UNP Alliance will be ""Social Democratic"" - Rajitha The United National Party-led Alliance will bring a Social Democratic focus to its policies when contesting future elect...",positive,1
Sri Lanka ease of doing business ranking rises one spot to 99th,10/24/2019,Economy," Sri Lanka has risen one place to 99th in the World Bank's Doing Business 2020 rankings without economic reforms, while ...","Sri Lanka ease of doing business ranking rises one spot to 99th  Sri Lanka has risen one place to 99th in the World Bank's Doing Business 2020 rankings without economic reforms, while ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka CPC has asked for reduction of Rs42 tax on petrol: Minister,12/1/2021,Energy,More carbon heavy diesel taxed at a lower rate,Sri Lanka CPC has asked for reduction of Rs42 tax on petrol: Minister More carbon heavy diesel taxed at a lower rate,negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 329.35/45 to the US dollar,11/29/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 329.35/45 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens at 329.35/45 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 329.35/45 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said.",negative,-1
"Vietnam, Cambodia finds Coronavirus in the community ending Covid-19 free period",11/30/2020,Vietnam News,Vietnam has found Coronavirus patient in the community after 87 days from a quarantine leak involving a flight attendant...,"Vietnam, Cambodia finds Coronavirus in the community ending Covid-19 free period Vietnam has found Coronavirus patient in the community after 87 days from a quarantine leak involving a flight attendant...",negative,-1
Vietnam deploys military to support lockdown in Ho Chi Minh City as deaths climb,8/23/2021,Vietnam News,"On August 23,  11,208 new confirmations and 737 deaths were announced","Vietnam deploys military to support lockdown in Ho Chi Minh City as deaths climb On August 23,  11,208 new confirmations and 737 deaths were announced",negative,-1
US-China trade talks: what's under debate,2/17/2019,International news,US and Chinese officials wrapped up days of trade talks in Beijing on Friday with plans to resume negotiations in Washin...,US-China trade talks: what's under debate US and Chinese officials wrapped up days of trade talks in Beijing on Friday with plans to resume negotiations in Washin...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's 3-month T-bills rise over 300-bps at weekly auction,6/30/2022,Bonds & Forex,The debt office sold 39.33 billion rupees of 3-month bills after offering 37.5 billion.,Sri Lanka's 3-month T-bills rise over 300-bps at weekly auction The debt office sold 39.33 billion rupees of 3-month bills after offering 37.5 billion.,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka’s Expolanka diversifies into tech products shipments, expands warehousing",6/28/2019,Logistics,"Sri Lanka’s Expolanka Holdings is diversifying its core logistics business into moving technology products, in ad...","Sri Lanka’s Expolanka diversifies into tech products shipments, expands warehousing Sri Lanka’s Expolanka Holdings is diversifying its core logistics business into moving technology products, in ad...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka renewable IPPs in crisis on arrears, lack of spares",10/2/2022,Energy,CEB has to pay arreas of 10-months to the sector ,"Sri Lanka renewable IPPs in crisis on arrears, lack of spares CEB has to pay arreas of 10-months to the sector ",negative,-1
Sajith wants polls postponed until the country is safe but will carry on campaigning,7/13/2020,Parliamentary Elections 2020,"Sri Lanka’s government is “playing politics with people’s lives,” former Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premada...","Sajith wants polls postponed until the country is safe but will carry on campaigning Sri Lanka’s government is “playing politics with people’s lives,” former Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premada...",positive,1
Sri Lanka bond yields up at close,2/22/2023,Bonds & Forex,CBSL’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 26 cents to 361.66 rupees against the USD,Sri Lanka bond yields up at close CBSL’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions appreciated by 26 cents to 361.66 rupees against the USD,negative,-1
"“Residents in Dodamgoda at risk due to rock quarries,” environmentalists say",2/24/2020,Environment,The Centre for Environment and Nature Studies (CENS) today lodged a complaint at the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lank...,"“Residents in Dodamgoda at risk due to rock quarries,” environmentalists say The Centre for Environment and Nature Studies (CENS) today lodged a complaint at the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lank...",negative,-1
Size Matters: Why blue whales abound in Lankan waters,12/12/2020,Other News,"The blue is not only the largest animal ever to live on our beautiful planet, but the largest that ever could and how th...","Size Matters: Why blue whales abound in Lankan waters The blue is not only the largest animal ever to live on our beautiful planet, but the largest that ever could and how th...",positive,1
"Travel ban sought on ex-Sri Lanka PM, Basil, Lakshman, Cabraal, Attygalle",7/13/2022,Legal,.,"Travel ban sought on ex-Sri Lanka PM, Basil, Lakshman, Cabraal, Attygalle .",negative,-1
Intelligence Chief forced to quit,6/8/2019,Uncategorized,"Chief of National Intelligence Retired DIG Sisira Mendis has resigned citing ""health reasons,"" official sources said.","Intelligence Chief forced to quit Chief of National Intelligence Retired DIG Sisira Mendis has resigned citing ""health reasons,"" official sources said.",negative,-1
Ranil Wickremesinghe sworn in as Sri Lanka Acting President,7/15/2022,Politics,Wickremesinghe was sworn in before Chief Justice Jayantha Jayasuirya Friday July 15.,Ranil Wickremesinghe sworn in as Sri Lanka Acting President Wickremesinghe was sworn in before Chief Justice Jayantha Jayasuirya Friday July 15.,positive,1
Sri Lanka's central bank denies new forex accounts can be used for money laundering,7/3/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka's central bank denied that new forex deposit accounts started after a Covid-19 crisis under a separate set of ...,Sri Lanka's central bank denies new forex accounts can be used for money laundering Sri Lanka's central bank denied that new forex deposit accounts started after a Covid-19 crisis under a separate set of ...,negative,-1
Dayasiri rushes to Sirisena's defence in new twist to Sri Lanka Freedom Party saga,4/18/2024,Politics,Jayasekara claimed that a conspiracy has been hatched against the party.,Dayasiri rushes to Sirisena's defence in new twist to Sri Lanka Freedom Party saga Jayasekara claimed that a conspiracy has been hatched against the party.,negative,-1
"Basil wants general election first for a ""balanced"" Sri Lanka parliament",3/14/2024,Politics,"""The party that wins the presidential election may secure unlimited power.""","Basil wants general election first for a ""balanced"" Sri Lanka parliament ""The party that wins the presidential election may secure unlimited power.""",positive,1
Sri Lanka extends Feb-March VAT payments to April 30 over Coronavirus,3/27/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka has extended a value added tax payment due from companies for the months of February and March 2020 up to Apri...,Sri Lanka extends Feb-March VAT payments to April 30 over Coronavirus Sri Lanka has extended a value added tax payment due from companies for the months of February and March 2020 up to Apri...,negative,-1
Electrateq to convert Sri Lanka three-wheelers to electric from petrol,3/9/2024,Autos,Production facility at Maradana Railway Department warehouse will convert petrol three-wheels and non-electric tricycles,Electrateq to convert Sri Lanka three-wheelers to electric from petrol Production facility at Maradana Railway Department warehouse will convert petrol three-wheels and non-electric tricycles,negative,-1
Sri Lanka former health minister tests positive for COVID-19,1/5/2022,Health,Close contact of Seneratne have also been directed to home quarantine.,Sri Lanka former health minister tests positive for COVID-19 Close contact of Seneratne have also been directed to home quarantine.,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka Transport Board to re-fuel private buses, more diesel promised",3/6/2022,Energy,Private bus owners had requested fuel from SLTB to avoid being in queues with the rest of the public,"Sri Lanka Transport Board to re-fuel private buses, more diesel promised Private bus owners had requested fuel from SLTB to avoid being in queues with the rest of the public",negative,-1
Sri Lanka issues gold and silver coins for Communist Party of China anniversary,7/7/2021,Economy,"Gold coin to be sold at Rs 222,000 ","Sri Lanka issues gold and silver coins for Communist Party of China anniversary Gold coin to be sold at Rs 222,000 ",positive,1
"In pardoning Sunil Rathnayake, COVID-19 was exploited to reverse justice: Amnesty International",5/1/2020,Politics,"In pardoning Former Sri Lanka Army Staff Sergeant Sunil Rathnayake, the COVID-19 pandemic was exploited as an “opportu...","In pardoning Sunil Rathnayake, COVID-19 was exploited to reverse justice: Amnesty International In pardoning Former Sri Lanka Army Staff Sergeant Sunil Rathnayake, the COVID-19 pandemic was exploited as an “opportu...",negative,-1
"Powerful Order of Buddhist Monks, Christians and Hindus ask for burial of Covid victims",12/27/2020,Health,One of the country’s biggest Chapter of Buddhist Monks the joint Amarapura-Ramanna sect is asking President Gotabaya R...,"Powerful Order of Buddhist Monks, Christians and Hindus ask for burial of Covid victims One of the country’s biggest Chapter of Buddhist Monks the joint Amarapura-Ramanna sect is asking President Gotabaya R...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka main opposition stalwarts waiting to support president, rival parties claim",2/14/2024,Politics,"""The opposition must understand at least now that unity within the opposition is essential,"" said Perera.","Sri Lanka main opposition stalwarts waiting to support president, rival parties claim ""The opposition must understand at least now that unity within the opposition is essential,"" said Perera.",negative,-1
Amend Port City bill: Sri Lanka govt MP Gevindu Kumaratunga,4/27/2021,Politics,Sri Lanka should amend the controversial Port City economic commission bill to reflect constructive criticism: MP,Amend Port City bill: Sri Lanka govt MP Gevindu Kumaratunga Sri Lanka should amend the controversial Port City economic commission bill to reflect constructive criticism: MP,negative,-1
President promises University education for all students who pass the Advanced Levels,8/20/2020,Education,"President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is promising to overhaul the education system, solve issues in schools, increase the capaci...","President promises University education for all students who pass the Advanced Levels President Gotabaya Rajapaksa is promising to overhaul the education system, solve issues in schools, increase the capaci...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka stocks up 1.09-pct on JKH, Dialog and Sampath Bank",5/28/2020,Commodities,"Sri Lanka stocks was up 1. 09 percent on Thursday an hour into trading dragged up by retail, telcos and banks, provision...","Sri Lanka stocks up 1.09-pct on JKH, Dialog and Sampath Bank Sri Lanka stocks was up 1. 09 percent on Thursday an hour into trading dragged up by retail, telcos and banks, provision...",negative,-1
Modi makes whirlwind visit to Colombo,6/9/2019,Uncategorized,Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a short stopover in Colombo today during which he was very busy,Modi makes whirlwind visit to Colombo Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a short stopover in Colombo today during which he was very busy,positive,1
Chinese firm resumes talks over Hambantota investment zone – Minister,10/16/2023,Investment,"Sri Lanka has promised China to provide 15,000 acre investment zone in Hambantota","Chinese firm resumes talks over Hambantota investment zone – Minister Sri Lanka has promised China to provide 15,000 acre investment zone in Hambantota",negative,-1
Pakistan PM calls for optimal use of FTA with Sri Lanka,1/26/2022,Trade,The two Sri Lankan officials are in Pakistan along with a business delegation from January 20 to 27.,Pakistan PM calls for optimal use of FTA with Sri Lanka The two Sri Lankan officials are in Pakistan along with a business delegation from January 20 to 27.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee remains inactive in forex market,7/14/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s interbank forex markets are not allowed to deal above 200 to the US dollar,Sri Lanka rupee remains inactive in forex market Sri Lanka’s interbank forex markets are not allowed to deal above 200 to the US dollar,negative,-1
Sri Lanka to update MOU with UK to facilitate employment for marine professionals,9/1/2021,International Relations,The 2007 MOU allows Sri Lankan marine professionals to work in UK flagged vessels.,Sri Lanka to update MOU with UK to facilitate employment for marine professionals The 2007 MOU allows Sri Lankan marine professionals to work in UK flagged vessels.,positive,1
Two year struggle by Sri Lanka investment agency to get land for refinery,10/24/2019,Energy,"Sri Lanka now has almost 10 billion US dollars in committed investments, including in two oil refineries, but to get lan...","Two year struggle by Sri Lanka investment agency to get land for refinery Sri Lanka now has almost 10 billion US dollars in committed investments, including in two oil refineries, but to get lan...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks plunge after Easter bombings,4/23/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stock market retreated 2.62 percent in the first hour of trading on Tuesday, after markets opened following ...","Sri Lanka stocks plunge after Easter bombings Sri Lanka's stock market retreated 2.62 percent in the first hour of trading on Tuesday, after markets opened following ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka Treasuries yields plunge at auction after rate cut,7/15/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields plunged across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 12-month yield falling 41 basis ...,Sri Lanka Treasuries yields plunge at auction after rate cut Sri Lanka's Treasuries yields plunged across maturities at Wednesday's auction with the 12-month yield falling 41 basis ...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka president amends institutional, legal framework of several ministries",11/18/2021,Politics,A gazette issued by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa on Wednesday (17) announced the amendments.,"Sri Lanka president amends institutional, legal framework of several ministries A gazette issued by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa on Wednesday (17) announced the amendments.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka’s trade deficit to widen with relaxation of import bans - CB official ,5/12/2023,Economy,The Central Bank expects the widening of the trade deficit will start once they relax the compressed import ban.,Sri Lanka’s trade deficit to widen with relaxation of import bans - CB official  The Central Bank expects the widening of the trade deficit will start once they relax the compressed import ban.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,6/26/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 0.24 percent or 22.68 points to 9,362.11","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade All Share Price Index was up 0.24 percent or 22.68 points to 9,362.11",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka police ramp up patrol duties, add barricades in locked down areas",6/23/2021,Health,Police said security will increased island-wide from 8pm June 23 till 4am June 25,"Sri Lanka police ramp up patrol duties, add barricades in locked down areas Police said security will increased island-wide from 8pm June 23 till 4am June 25",positive,1
Jaffna International Airport opens,10/17/2019,Consumer Affairs,Sri Lanka’s third International airport at Palali on the Jaffna Peninsula was formally declared open this morning by P...,Jaffna International Airport opens Sri Lanka’s third International airport at Palali on the Jaffna Peninsula was formally declared open this morning by P...,positive,1
Moratuwa vaccine hijack attempt: Sri Lanka police arrest mayor,5/28/2021,Health,"Footage showed the Moratuwa MOH engaged in a heated argument with Fernando, objecting to his demeanour","Moratuwa vaccine hijack attempt: Sri Lanka police arrest mayor Footage showed the Moratuwa MOH engaged in a heated argument with Fernando, objecting to his demeanour",negative,-1
D. A. Rajapaksa Memorial case: AC rejects Gota's revision & writ applications,6/18/2019,Politics,The Court of Appeal today rejected the revision and writ applications filed by former Secretary to the Defence Ministry ...,D. A. Rajapaksa Memorial case: AC rejects Gota's revision & writ applications The Court of Appeal today rejected the revision and writ applications filed by former Secretary to the Defence Ministry ...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's NDBIB arranges US$12mn credit for Maldives fuel distributor,12/19/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's NDB Investment Bank said it arranged a 12 million dollar credit for The Hawks Private Limited, an importer a...","Sri Lanka's NDBIB arranges US$12mn credit for Maldives fuel distributor Sri Lanka's NDB Investment Bank said it arranged a 12 million dollar credit for The Hawks Private Limited, an importer a...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka’s MAS Holdings, Hellmann Worldwide expand logistics joint venture",7/10/2019,Ground,Sri Lankan apparel exporter MAS Holdings and Hellmann Worldwide Logistics are expanding their joint venture for logistic...,"Sri Lanka’s MAS Holdings, Hellmann Worldwide expand logistics joint venture Sri Lankan apparel exporter MAS Holdings and Hellmann Worldwide Logistics are expanding their joint venture for logistic...",positive,1
Sri Lanka gets cabinet nod to raise Rs.480bn more in debt,6/19/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka will seek parliamentary approval to raise up to 480 billion rupees in additional debt through the Active Liabi...,Sri Lanka gets cabinet nod to raise Rs.480bn more in debt Sri Lanka will seek parliamentary approval to raise up to 480 billion rupees in additional debt through the Active Liabi...,negative,-1
Asian Development Bank appoints Chen Chen as new Sri Lanka country director,2/24/2020,Banking,"Manila-based Asian Development Bank said it has appointed Chen Chen, a Chinese national who has been with the lender sin...","Asian Development Bank appoints Chen Chen as new Sri Lanka country director Manila-based Asian Development Bank said it has appointed Chen Chen, a Chinese national who has been with the lender sin...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka shares up in afternoon trading, selling pressure easing",11/1/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka’s stock market was trading up on Wednesday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed.","Sri Lanka shares up in afternoon trading, selling pressure easing Sri Lanka’s stock market was trading up on Wednesday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Jayantha Ketagoda to be reappointed national list MP to replace Cabraal,9/13/2021,Politics,"“Names of Yoshitha and Duminda being considered were rumours. No such names were considered,” another source said.","Sri Lanka's Jayantha Ketagoda to be reappointed national list MP to replace Cabraal “Names of Yoshitha and Duminda being considered were rumours. No such names were considered,” another source said.",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka in talks with ADB for US$300mn credit, more from China's AIIB, France: Treasury",4/23/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka is in talks with a raft lenders ranging from the Asian Development Bank, China's Asian Infrastructure Investme...","Sri Lanka in talks with ADB for US$300mn credit, more from China's AIIB, France: Treasury Sri Lanka is in talks with a raft lenders ranging from the Asian Development Bank, China's Asian Infrastructure Investme...",positive,1
Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade,4/26/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was down 0.11 percent or 10.04 points to 9,115.28. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge down in mid day trade The main All Share Price Index was down 0.11 percent or 10.04 points to 9,115.28. ",negative,-1
Sri Lanka October Ceylon tea production down in 27-years,11/25/2022,Tea,October production was mainly hit by bad weather ,Sri Lanka October Ceylon tea production down in 27-years October production was mainly hit by bad weather ,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks gain",1/9/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 181.45/55 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields ...","Sri Lanka rupee opens stronger, stocks gain Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted stronger at 181.45/55 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields ...",positive,1
ADB expects Sri Lanka growth to recover to 3.6-pct in 2019,4/4/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's growth is expected to recover to 3.6 percent in 2019, up from 3.2 percent in 2018, amid higher state spendin...","ADB expects Sri Lanka growth to recover to 3.6-pct in 2019 Sri Lanka's growth is expected to recover to 3.6 percent in 2019, up from 3.2 percent in 2018, amid higher state spendin...",negative,-1
Brouhaha at Rupavahini,11/8/2019,Law and Order,Senior Rupavahini Corporation officials last night complained to the Cinnamon Gardens police in Colombo after staff obje...,Brouhaha at Rupavahini Senior Rupavahini Corporation officials last night complained to the Cinnamon Gardens police in Colombo after staff obje...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka Singer group in the red in March quarter,5/17/2019,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Electronics and home appliances retailer Singer (Sri Lanka) group made an eight million rupee loss in the ...,Sri Lanka Singer group in the red in March quarter ECONOMYNEXT - Electronics and home appliances retailer Singer (Sri Lanka) group made an eight million rupee loss in the ...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka falls silent for victims of Islamist attack,4/23/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka began a day of national mourning Tuesday with three minutes of silence to honour more than 300 people killed i...,Sri Lanka falls silent for victims of Islamist attack Sri Lanka began a day of national mourning Tuesday with three minutes of silence to honour more than 300 people killed i...,negative,-1
State Minister Arambepola says she did not order pricey Apple products for herself,9/30/2020,Political News,"The office of State Minister of Skills Development, Vocational Education, Research and Innovation is responding to a let...","State Minister Arambepola says she did not order pricey Apple products for herself The office of State Minister of Skills Development, Vocational Education, Research and Innovation is responding to a let...",negative,-1
Activist asks HRC to inquire into Police lapses in Easter attacks,6/18/2019,Uncategorized,A Human Rights activist is asking the Human Rights Council of Sri Lanka to inquire as to why the Police has not conducte...,Activist asks HRC to inquire into Police lapses in Easter attacks A Human Rights activist is asking the Human Rights Council of Sri Lanka to inquire as to why the Police has not conducte...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka tourist hotels ready to open in July, health rules drive costs up",5/17/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's hotels are ready to open for tourists in July if authorities give permission though health rules to contain ...,"Sri Lanka tourist hotels ready to open in July, health rules drive costs up Sri Lanka's hotels are ready to open for tourists in July if authorities give permission though health rules to contain ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka should hand back private lands in the North faster: Bimal,3/14/2019,Political News,"Sri Lanka should hand back land in the north to citizens quicker, because the war ended 10 years ago, Jantha Vimukthi Pe...","Sri Lanka should hand back private lands in the North faster: Bimal Sri Lanka should hand back land in the north to citizens quicker, because the war ended 10 years ago, Jantha Vimukthi Pe...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka electricity tariff controversy takes new turn,2/15/2023,Energy,PUCSL chairman alleges irregular attempts to approve tariff hike,Sri Lanka electricity tariff controversy takes new turn PUCSL chairman alleges irregular attempts to approve tariff hike,negative,-1
"Tropical depression in Southeast Arabian sea, Sri Lanka fisherfolk, navy personnel warned",5/14/2021,Weather and Climate,"It is very likely to intensify into deep depression within next 12 hours, it added.","Tropical depression in Southeast Arabian sea, Sri Lanka fisherfolk, navy personnel warned It is very likely to intensify into deep depression within next 12 hours, it added.",negative,-1
US$5bn China oil refinery project to Sri Lanka cabinet next week: Minister,11/22/2023,Energy, It will be the single largest investment project ever,US$5bn China oil refinery project to Sri Lanka cabinet next week: Minister  It will be the single largest investment project ever,positive,1
Sri Lanka to review social media block: PM,4/24/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka will review a ban on social media following an attack by Islamists on churches and hotels that killed more tha...,Sri Lanka to review social media block: PM Sri Lanka will review a ban on social media following an attack by Islamists on churches and hotels that killed more tha...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka president invites party leaders to IMF review meeting,3/8/2024,Economic Crisis,"Sajith Premadasa, Anura Kumara Dissanayake, and S Sridharan have been invited to participate in deliberations on Monday","Sri Lanka president invites party leaders to IMF review meeting Sajith Premadasa, Anura Kumara Dissanayake, and S Sridharan have been invited to participate in deliberations on Monday",positive,1
We have done more for the forces than anyone in 20 years - Mangala,6/18/2019,Politics,The current administration has done more for the country's armed forces than those looking to ride into power on the bac...,We have done more for the forces than anyone in 20 years - Mangala The current administration has done more for the country's armed forces than those looking to ride into power on the bac...,positive,1
Make or break decision for UNP tomorrow on eve of Parliamentary dissolution,2/29/2020,Politics,"Sri Lanka’s main opposition United National Party will hold a make-or-break Working Committee meeting tomorrow, Sunday...","Make or break decision for UNP tomorrow on eve of Parliamentary dissolution Sri Lanka’s main opposition United National Party will hold a make-or-break Working Committee meeting tomorrow, Sunday...",positive,1
Sri Lanka bond yields close steady,2/21/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,Sri Lanka bond yields close steady .,positive,1
Sri Lanka all but Chinese colony; those opposed to India mum about China: CBK,2/17/2021,International Relations,Sri Lanka has all but become a colony of China and trade unionists and others who vehemently opposed a recent deal with ...,Sri Lanka all but Chinese colony; those opposed to India mum about China: CBK Sri Lanka has all but become a colony of China and trade unionists and others who vehemently opposed a recent deal with ...,negative,-1
Monkey Mirror Test: Part 1,7/12/2021,Environment,Our back garden monkey cousins may be more like us than we think,Monkey Mirror Test: Part 1 Our back garden monkey cousins may be more like us than we think,negative,-1
Government urged to increase testing to control second wave of Covid 19,10/23/2020,Health,Sri Lanka should decide whether to keep the country running in a new normal situation where the Covid 19 pandemic is acc...,Government urged to increase testing to control second wave of Covid 19 Sri Lanka should decide whether to keep the country running in a new normal situation where the Covid 19 pandemic is acc...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka pins hopes on tourism recovery to solve BOP troubles,1/19/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka's recovering tourism sector will help end balance of payments troubles,Sri Lanka pins hopes on tourism recovery to solve BOP troubles Sri Lanka's recovering tourism sector will help end balance of payments troubles,negative,-1
Sri Lanka President orders quick construction permits,1/8/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has asked agencies involved in approving construction permits to speed up their...,Sri Lanka President orders quick construction permits Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has asked agencies involved in approving construction permits to speed up their...,positive,1
Asian markets mixed as dealers step back ahead of festive break,12/23/2019,International news,Asian markets were mixed in early trade Monday with activity thinning out as investors wind down for the Christmas break...,Asian markets mixed as dealers step back ahead of festive break Asian markets were mixed in early trade Monday with activity thinning out as investors wind down for the Christmas break...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka bond yields, rupee steady at open",2/24/2023,Bonds & Forex,CBSL’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions depreciated by one cent to 362.67 rupee from 362.66 against U...,"Sri Lanka bond yields, rupee steady at open CBSL’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions depreciated by one cent to 362.67 rupee from 362.66 against U...",negative,-1
Dinesh wants Diplomats to find solutions to external pressures,11/27/2019,International Relations,Minister of Foreign Affairs Dinesh Gunawardena is calling on the country's diplomatic service to find solutions for exte...,Dinesh wants Diplomats to find solutions to external pressures Minister of Foreign Affairs Dinesh Gunawardena is calling on the country's diplomatic service to find solutions for exte...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka investor forum by First Capital,6/27/2023,Markets,"The forum themed as “Invest with impact, seize capital market opportunities”, is scheduled to take place at Shangri-...","Sri Lanka investor forum by First Capital The forum themed as “Invest with impact, seize capital market opportunities”, is scheduled to take place at Shangri-...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka new border para-tariff triggered by vanishing importers, pressure group",3/15/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka has imposed a border tax on top of other border levies in a bid to combat income tax evaders and to accommodat...,"Sri Lanka new border para-tariff triggered by vanishing importers, pressure group Sri Lanka has imposed a border tax on top of other border levies in a bid to combat income tax evaders and to accommodat...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's shares close on red due to profit taking,9/12/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was down 0.34 percent or 38.48 points to 11,348.25","Sri Lanka's shares close on red due to profit taking All Share Price Index was down 0.34 percent or 38.48 points to 11,348.25",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Watawala Plantations profits down in Dec on flat revenue,2/17/2020,Agriculture,"Watawala Plantations Plc, Sri Lanka's largest palm oil producer, said the firm's net profits fell 17 percent to 174 mill...","Sri Lanka's Watawala Plantations profits down in Dec on flat revenue Watawala Plantations Plc, Sri Lanka's largest palm oil producer, said the firm's net profits fell 17 percent to 174 mill...",negative,-1
Regime change possible only through parliamentary polls: Sri Lanka president,3/3/2023,Politics,The president had made this remark at an Air Force event in Trincomalee on Friday March 03.,Regime change possible only through parliamentary polls: Sri Lanka president The president had made this remark at an Air Force event in Trincomalee on Friday March 03.,negative,-1
CTA Bill faces stiff resistance,5/9/2019,Politics,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe's effort to pass the Counter-Terrorism Bill  is getting stiff resistance from the Op...,CTA Bill faces stiff resistance Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe's effort to pass the Counter-Terrorism Bill  is getting stiff resistance from the Op...,negative,-1
HRCSL  warns police against arresting people for criticising officials,4/28/2020,Health,The Human Rights Commission has expressed deep concern about the Police warning media not to criticize officials.In a ...,HRCSL  warns police against arresting people for criticising officials The Human Rights Commission has expressed deep concern about the Police warning media not to criticize officials.In a ...,positive,1
"Sri Lanka's free ambulance service to offer pre-hospital care with Microsoft, Wavenet support",12/13/2023,Health,"Suwa Seriya ambulance service to offer more advanced pre-hospital care from Tuesday, Universal Health Coverage Day","Sri Lanka's free ambulance service to offer pre-hospital care with Microsoft, Wavenet support Suwa Seriya ambulance service to offer more advanced pre-hospital care from Tuesday, Universal Health Coverage Day",negative,-1
All-island curfew on 24 and 25,5/22/2020,Uncategorized,All- island curfew will be imposed on 24 and 25 May while curfew in Colombo and Gampaha districts will continue until fu...,All-island curfew on 24 and 25 All- island curfew will be imposed on 24 and 25 May while curfew in Colombo and Gampaha districts will continue until fu...,negative,-1
High Court to decide on bail for Pujith and Hemasiri,7/22/2019,Uncategorized,The Colombo High Court will consider a Revision application filed by the Attorney General challenging the decision by Co...,High Court to decide on bail for Pujith and Hemasiri The Colombo High Court will consider a Revision application filed by the Attorney General challenging the decision by Co...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Nations Trust Bank net up 49-pct in Dec quarter,2/28/2020,Banking,Profits at Lanka's Nations Trust Bank rose 49 percent to 1.1 billion rupees in broadbased gains in stable fund and fee b...,Sri Lanka's Nations Trust Bank net up 49-pct in Dec quarter Profits at Lanka's Nations Trust Bank rose 49 percent to 1.1 billion rupees in broadbased gains in stable fund and fee b...,positive,1
Sajith opens his campaign with a populist speech,8/12/2019,Uncategorized,The United National Party Deputy Leader Sajith Premadasa laid out a vision for the country centred on poverty alleviatio...,Sajith opens his campaign with a populist speech The United National Party Deputy Leader Sajith Premadasa laid out a vision for the country centred on poverty alleviatio...,positive,1
Sri Lanka parliament votes to cut spending by PM's office,11/29/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's parliament voted to cut spending by the office of the disputed Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa Thursday wit...,Sri Lanka parliament votes to cut spending by PM's office Sri Lanka's parliament voted to cut spending by the office of the disputed Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa Thursday wit...,negative,-1
EU fines five major banks 1 bn euros for currency collusion,5/17/2019,International news,"Brussels, Belgium | AFP | The EU's powerful anti-trust authority on Thursday fined five major banks -- including Barclay...","EU fines five major banks 1 bn euros for currency collusion Brussels, Belgium | AFP | The EU's powerful anti-trust authority on Thursday fined five major banks -- including Barclay...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka to beautify 100 towns/cities with private participation,6/8/2021,Politics,Minister Rambukwella said the government has received numerous complaints about unplanned development activities,Sri Lanka to beautify 100 towns/cities with private participation Minister Rambukwella said the government has received numerous complaints about unplanned development activities,negative,-1
Sri Lanka lifts curfew on Monday after Easter bombings,4/22/2019,Legal,Sri Lanka has lifted a curfew with immediate effect Police Spokesman Ruwan Gunasekera said Monday morning.,Sri Lanka lifts curfew on Monday after Easter bombings Sri Lanka has lifted a curfew with immediate effect Police Spokesman Ruwan Gunasekera said Monday morning.,positive,1
"Sri Lanka President seeks debt relief, import credit from China",1/9/2022,Economy,It would be a great relief to the country if the attention could be paid on restructuring the debt repayments,"Sri Lanka President seeks debt relief, import credit from China It would be a great relief to the country if the attention could be paid on restructuring the debt repayments",negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee opens at 303.55/70 to the US dollar,3/22/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields steady,Sri Lanka rupee opens at 303.55/70 to the US dollar Bond yields steady,positive,1
Sri Lanka's shares jump in mid day trade on banking and tourism,8/3/2023,Markets,"All Share Price Index was up 1.15 percent or 131.62 points to 11,578.45","Sri Lanka's shares jump in mid day trade on banking and tourism All Share Price Index was up 1.15 percent or 131.62 points to 11,578.45",negative,-1
ID parade for violent bodyguards,7/20/2019,Uncategorized,Four men who allegedly attempted to assault the driver of a van on the Kandy Colombo road on Friday 18 July will face an...,ID parade for violent bodyguards Four men who allegedly attempted to assault the driver of a van on the Kandy Colombo road on Friday 18 July will face an...,negative,-1
Sajith wants better protection for women and children,3/4/2020,Law and Order,Former Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa is calling for an end to child abuse and violence against women.,Sajith wants better protection for women and children Former Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa is calling for an end to child abuse and violence against women.,negative,-1
Health officials urge Sri Lankans to get COVID-19 booster as expiration dates draws nearer,3/26/2022,Health,"""It is important that people take the vaccine without any delay to safeguard themselves and others,"" said Ginige.","Health officials urge Sri Lankans to get COVID-19 booster as expiration dates draws nearer ""It is important that people take the vaccine without any delay to safeguard themselves and others,"" said Ginige.",positive,1
Sri Lanka seeks second US$500mn oil credit from India: CPC,4/11/2022,Economy,By end April about 375 to 400 million from the credit line would be used,Sri Lanka seeks second US$500mn oil credit from India: CPC By end April about 375 to 400 million from the credit line would be used,negative,-1
Federal Reserve cuts key interest rate due to virus risk,3/3/2020,Economy,"The US Federal Reserve announced an emergency rate cut Tuesday, responding to the growing economic risk posed by the cor...","Federal Reserve cuts key interest rate due to virus risk The US Federal Reserve announced an emergency rate cut Tuesday, responding to the growing economic risk posed by the cor...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka in LNG and renewable energy push as mass extinction fears fueled,9/30/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka wants to expand renewable energy and liquefied natural gas power as a 16 year old child warned that the world ...,Sri Lanka in LNG and renewable energy push as mass extinction fears fueled Sri Lanka wants to expand renewable energy and liquefied natural gas power as a 16 year old child warned that the world ...,negative,-1
SJB calls on Police chief to protect Harin Fernando,1/10/2021,Democracy,SJB Parliamentarian asks for protection after he says President Rajapaksa said he could be “killed like a dog.”,SJB calls on Police chief to protect Harin Fernando SJB Parliamentarian asks for protection after he says President Rajapaksa said he could be “killed like a dog.”,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Lanka Credit and Business Finance IPO opens,10/26/2021,Bonds & Forex,he 125 million shares will be 15.8 percent of the post issue shares of the company,Sri Lanka's Lanka Credit and Business Finance IPO opens he 125 million shares will be 15.8 percent of the post issue shares of the company,positive,1
Sri Lanka stocks end lower,11/13/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks end 0.14 per cent lower on Friday for the second consecutive day, pushed down by Carsons Cumberbatch, D...","Sri Lanka stocks end lower Sri Lanka stocks end 0.14 per cent lower on Friday for the second consecutive day, pushed down by Carsons Cumberbatch, D...",negative,-1
Abduction saga: Govt points to inconsistencies in Swiss Embassy claims,12/2/2019,International Relations,The Foreign Ministry pointed to inconsistencies yesterday in the version of events officially communicated to the Govern...,Abduction saga: Govt points to inconsistencies in Swiss Embassy claims The Foreign Ministry pointed to inconsistencies yesterday in the version of events officially communicated to the Govern...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka housing hit by protectionist taxes, monopoly power: Developers",8/26/2022,Business, Unjustified protectionism has created a monopoly for a few players with dire consequences on an entire industry,"Sri Lanka housing hit by protectionist taxes, monopoly power: Developers  Unjustified protectionism has created a monopoly for a few players with dire consequences on an entire industry",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka gazettes regulations for SDA Coronavirus deposits, overrides existing rules",4/12/2020,Banking, Sri Lanka has gazette new foreign regulations covering foreign exchange deposits of up to 12 months in domestic banks a...,"Sri Lanka gazettes regulations for SDA Coronavirus deposits, overrides existing rules  Sri Lanka has gazette new foreign regulations covering foreign exchange deposits of up to 12 months in domestic banks a...",negative,-1
Progress of Mahaweli Development Ministry reviewed,5/28/2019,Politics,A  meeting to review the progress of the Ministry of Mahaweli Development and Environment was held yesterday (27) at the...,Progress of Mahaweli Development Ministry reviewed A  meeting to review the progress of the Ministry of Mahaweli Development and Environment was held yesterday (27) at the...,positive,1
"Cremation of Muslim victims of Covid 19, community leaders hope Govt. will allow burials",11/11/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Muslim minority is still hopeful that the government will lift the order for the mandatory cremation of th...,"Cremation of Muslim victims of Covid 19, community leaders hope Govt. will allow burials Sri Lanka’s Muslim minority is still hopeful that the government will lift the order for the mandatory cremation of th...",positive,1
"Government needs to spend more on health, education, infrastructure: CoPF chair",12/14/2023,Fiscal,“We are probably one of the lowest expenditure per person on social infrastructure in the entire world.”,"Government needs to spend more on health, education, infrastructure: CoPF chair “We are probably one of the lowest expenditure per person on social infrastructure in the entire world.”",negative,-1
Sri Lanka Freedom Party anti-Sirisena faction says its appointments are legal,5/8/2024,Politics,"""So our appointments are legal, is what we say,"" he said.","Sri Lanka Freedom Party anti-Sirisena faction says its appointments are legal ""So our appointments are legal, is what we say,"" he said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka’s planned light rail seen needing govt subsidies,12/19/2018,Ground,"A planned light rail transit system in Sri Lanka’s capital Colombo will need government subsidies, like elsewhere...","Sri Lanka’s planned light rail seen needing govt subsidies A planned light rail transit system in Sri Lanka’s capital Colombo will need government subsidies, like elsewhere...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 370 to the TT dollar,6/21/2022,Bonds & Forex,Money printing continues to weigh on the dollar which has fallen to 370 against US dollar from 203 on March 7.,Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 370 to the TT dollar Money printing continues to weigh on the dollar which has fallen to 370 against US dollar from 203 on March 7.,negative,-1
Coronavirus: Sri Lanka recording and tracking all arrivals to the island,2/6/2020,Health,Sri Lanka is recording details of all arrivals to the country and tracking their movements in the island with an app giv...,Coronavirus: Sri Lanka recording and tracking all arrivals to the island Sri Lanka is recording details of all arrivals to the country and tracking their movements in the island with an app giv...,negative,-1
State funds to buy Sri Lanka Telecom stocks for minimum public float,9/4/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's cabinet has cleared the way for state-run funds and banks to buy Sri Lanka Telecom stock to meet a public fl...,State funds to buy Sri Lanka Telecom stocks for minimum public float Sri Lanka's cabinet has cleared the way for state-run funds and banks to buy Sri Lanka Telecom stock to meet a public fl...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka imposes power cuts after delaying thermal plant,3/26/2019,Energy,Sri Lanka has started cutting power after failing to award a contract to build a 300 MegaWatt power plant years amid cor...,Sri Lanka imposes power cuts after delaying thermal plant Sri Lanka has started cutting power after failing to award a contract to build a 300 MegaWatt power plant years amid cor...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka forex reserves drop to US$7.5bn in Nov,12/8/2019,Political News,Sri Lanka's forex reserves dropped 259 million US dollars to 7.52 billion US dollars  in November official data shows.,Sri Lanka forex reserves drop to US$7.5bn in Nov Sri Lanka's forex reserves dropped 259 million US dollars to 7.52 billion US dollars  in November official data shows.,negative,-1
Several clauses of Sri Lanka anti-corruption bill inconsistent with constitution: SC,6/6/2023,Corruption,The bill was challenged in terms of Article 121(1) of the constitution.,Several clauses of Sri Lanka anti-corruption bill inconsistent with constitution: SC The bill was challenged in terms of Article 121(1) of the constitution.,negative,-1
Responsibility for journo attack will fall on govt if police fails to act: Sri Lanka cabinet spox,3/8/2022,Free Speech,"""This 14th will be a month since the incident.""","Responsibility for journo attack will fall on govt if police fails to act: Sri Lanka cabinet spox ""This 14th will be a month since the incident.""",negative,-1
India-funded Gandhi Nagar village inaugurated in eastern Sri Lanka,8/3/2019,Business,"Gandhi Nagar, a model village built in Batticaloa, Sri Lanka, with help from India was inaugurated on Saturday, the Indi...","India-funded Gandhi Nagar village inaugurated in eastern Sri Lanka Gandhi Nagar, a model village built in Batticaloa, Sri Lanka, with help from India was inaugurated on Saturday, the Indi...",positive,1
"US, UN recognise new Sri Lanka president, call for united, democratic approach to crisis",7/21/2022,International Relations,"""It will be essential for all parties to redouble efforts to work together to tackle the economic crisis.""","US, UN recognise new Sri Lanka president, call for united, democratic approach to crisis ""It will be essential for all parties to redouble efforts to work together to tackle the economic crisis.""",positive,1
Sri Lanka's stance is to restructure only foreign debt: Governor Weerasinghe,7/11/2022,Economy,.,Sri Lanka's stance is to restructure only foreign debt: Governor Weerasinghe .,positive,1
"Sri Lanka plans to lift VAT from books, school supplies: President",3/6/2024,Business,The more the economy strengthens the more we take actions to make people’s lives easier,"Sri Lanka plans to lift VAT from books, school supplies: President The more the economy strengthens the more we take actions to make people’s lives easier",positive,1
Boeing 737 MAX changes deemed 'operationally suitable': FAA,4/17/2019,International news,The changes US aircraft manufacturer Boeing has proposed in the wake of two deadly accidents of its top-selling 737 MAX ...,Boeing 737 MAX changes deemed 'operationally suitable': FAA The changes US aircraft manufacturer Boeing has proposed in the wake of two deadly accidents of its top-selling 737 MAX ...,negative,-1
Power Crisis: Sri Lanka aiming to go for only renewable energy sources within ten years,3/9/2021,Energy,"Sri Lanka is working on a plan to power the country using entirely renewable energy sources within the next decade, Powe...","Power Crisis: Sri Lanka aiming to go for only renewable energy sources within ten years Sri Lanka is working on a plan to power the country using entirely renewable energy sources within the next decade, Powe...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka bans beef, mutton transport after cold shock death wave",12/10/2022,Agriculture,Inter district transport banned on public health grounds,"Sri Lanka bans beef, mutton transport after cold shock death wave Inter district transport banned on public health grounds",negative,-1
Sri Lanka 01-yr Treasury Bill yield up 05bp to 8.41-pct,9/18/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill yield rose five basis points to 8.41 percent at Wednesday’s auction with bids for ...,Sri Lanka 01-yr Treasury Bill yield up 05bp to 8.41-pct Sri Lanka’s 01-year Treasury Bill yield rose five basis points to 8.41 percent at Wednesday’s auction with bids for ...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka female workers more productive, stressed during Covid-19 work-from-home : IFC",10/29/2020,Business,About 75 percent of female respondents had said they were equally or more productive during Coronavirus work-from-home a...,"Sri Lanka female workers more productive, stressed during Covid-19 work-from-home : IFC About 75 percent of female respondents had said they were equally or more productive during Coronavirus work-from-home a...",negative,-1
Pope apologises to Roma for Catholic Church's 'discrimination',6/3/2019,International news,"Pope Francis apologised to the Roma people on Sunday for the Roman Catholic Church's ""discrimination"" against them as he...","Pope apologises to Roma for Catholic Church's 'discrimination' Pope Francis apologised to the Roma people on Sunday for the Roman Catholic Church's ""discrimination"" against them as he...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 14-pct in 2024,2/17/2024,Agriculture,Prices are down 14 percent from the last auction in December,Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 14-pct in 2024 Prices are down 14 percent from the last auction in December,negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 326.90/327.00 to the US dollar,12/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.90/327.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 326.90/327.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.90/327.00 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said.",negative,-1
Kurunegala Mayor remanded till 17 Sept,8/9/2019,Uncategorized,Kurunegala Mayor Thushara Sanjeewa Witharana has been remanded today (09) till 17 September.,Kurunegala Mayor remanded till 17 Sept Kurunegala Mayor Thushara Sanjeewa Witharana has been remanded today (09) till 17 September.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka Supreme Court order on parliament sacking case reserved for 5.00 pm,11/13/2018,Political News,A three judge bench of Sri Lanka's Supreme Court is expected to given an order on several after several parties filed pe...,Sri Lanka Supreme Court order on parliament sacking case reserved for 5.00 pm A three judge bench of Sri Lanka's Supreme Court is expected to given an order on several after several parties filed pe...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade,9/8/2023,Markets,"Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade on Friday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade Sri Lanka's shares edge up in mid day trade on Friday, Colombo Stock Exchange data showed. ",positive,1
Sri Lanka to release liquidity from import letters of credit,4/11/2019,Economy,Sri Lanka's credit system will get more permanent liquidity after cash tied up in import letters of credit for cars is r...,Sri Lanka to release liquidity from import letters of credit Sri Lanka's credit system will get more permanent liquidity after cash tied up in import letters of credit for cars is r...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 319.80/95 to the US dollar,1/23/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee appreciated further to close at 319.80/95 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields dow...","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 319.80/95 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee appreciated further to close at 319.80/95 to the US dollar on Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields dow...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka did not resort to populism by hiking salaries too early: official,11/15/2023,Economy,"“The decision was made with the foresight and responsibility to prevent undue economic pressure on the country.""","Sri Lanka did not resort to populism by hiking salaries too early: official “The decision was made with the foresight and responsibility to prevent undue economic pressure on the country.""",positive,1
Government to install people-tracker database,5/8/2019,Uncategorized,The government is planning to develop and implement a high tech system that will be able to track people to achieve mult...,Government to install people-tracker database The government is planning to develop and implement a high tech system that will be able to track people to achieve mult...,positive,1
"Sri Lanka petro firms should be regulated by PUCSL, not committee under minister: MPs",10/24/2022,Energy,"""There will be no independent regulation if the sector is overseen by a committee under the Minister.""","Sri Lanka petro firms should be regulated by PUCSL, not committee under minister: MPs ""There will be no independent regulation if the sector is overseen by a committee under the Minister.""",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka's tax hike will help curb inflation, cut interest rates faster - cenbank chief ",11/25/2022,Economic Crisis,Sri Lanka's increased tax rates will be effective from December 1,"Sri Lanka's tax hike will help curb inflation, cut interest rates faster - cenbank chief  Sri Lanka's increased tax rates will be effective from December 1",positive,1
Australia cuts rates to historic low as economy slows,6/4/2019,International news,"Sydney, Australia | AFP | Tuesday - Australia's central bank lowered the cost of borrowing for the first time in three y...","Australia cuts rates to historic low as economy slows Sydney, Australia | AFP | Tuesday - Australia's central bank lowered the cost of borrowing for the first time in three y...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka seeks more information from foreign ships after concerns over Chinese research vessel,12/8/2023,International Relations,Sri Lanka permitted two Chinese research ships with 14 months amid Indian security concerns,Sri Lanka seeks more information from foreign ships after concerns over Chinese research vessel Sri Lanka permitted two Chinese research ships with 14 months amid Indian security concerns,negative,-1
Jordanian Police rescue Sri Lanka Embassy staff held hostage by migrant workers,7/28/2020,Health,Jordanian police fired tear gas to help rescue three staffers of the Sri Lankan Embassy in Jordan who were being held ho...,Jordanian Police rescue Sri Lanka Embassy staff held hostage by migrant workers Jordanian police fired tear gas to help rescue three staffers of the Sri Lankan Embassy in Jordan who were being held ho...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka electricity demand soars despite power cuts as price hike delayed,3/30/2022,Energy,Customers adapt. But 10 hour power cuts will not leave room,Sri Lanka electricity demand soars despite power cuts as price hike delayed Customers adapt. But 10 hour power cuts will not leave room,positive,1
Sri Lanka sells 10.4 billion rupees of bonds,4/9/2021,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka has sold 10.4 billion rupees of 2023 and 2028 bonds at an auction Friday, after offering 45 billion rupees, da...","Sri Lanka sells 10.4 billion rupees of bonds Sri Lanka has sold 10.4 billion rupees of 2023 and 2028 bonds at an auction Friday, after offering 45 billion rupees, da...",negative,-1
"SriLankan Airlines says govt-backed loans not defaulted, but extended",6/17/2019,Aviation,State-run SriLankan Airlines said it had not defaulted on loans backed by the government which the Treasury said it had ...,"SriLankan Airlines says govt-backed loans not defaulted, but extended State-run SriLankan Airlines said it had not defaulted on loans backed by the government which the Treasury said it had ...",positive,1
Sri Lanka eyes SOE law by May 2024 for better governance,3/1/2024,Business,Public Commercial Business (PCB) Act to improve governance of state-owned enterprise as part of anti-corruption efforts,Sri Lanka eyes SOE law by May 2024 for better governance Public Commercial Business (PCB) Act to improve governance of state-owned enterprise as part of anti-corruption efforts,negative,-1
Public places to be out of bounds to unboostered Sri Lankans,1/27/2022,Health,"""Every citizen has the right to be protected from harm and the right to live.""","Public places to be out of bounds to unboostered Sri Lankans ""Every citizen has the right to be protected from harm and the right to live.""",positive,1
Sri Lanka's proposed ATA will be presented after broader consensus - Justice Minister,4/28/2023,Defence,Many local and international rights groups have opposed the proposed ATA,Sri Lanka's proposed ATA will be presented after broader consensus - Justice Minister Many local and international rights groups have opposed the proposed ATA,positive,1
Harsha de Silva withdraws nomination to Sri Lanka's COPE to make way for Charitha Herath,10/4/2022,Politics,"""We propose the name of Charitha Herath to the  committee.""","Harsha de Silva withdraws nomination to Sri Lanka's COPE to make way for Charitha Herath ""We propose the name of Charitha Herath to the  committee.""",negative,-1
Ready to go to court again – Prof. Thenuwara,10/10/2019,Human Rights,Civil society activist Professor Chandraguptha Thenuwara is willing to go to courts again to challenge the dual citizens...,Ready to go to court again – Prof. Thenuwara Civil society activist Professor Chandraguptha Thenuwara is willing to go to courts again to challenge the dual citizens...,positive,1
World bank releases US$250mn budget support to Sri Lanka,12/20/2023,Economy,Released after banking sector reforms,World bank releases US$250mn budget support to Sri Lanka Released after banking sector reforms,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka selects Lazard, Clifford Chance to advice on debt-restructuring",5/24/2022,Economy,Sri Lanka decided to default on debt on April 12,"Sri Lanka selects Lazard, Clifford Chance to advice on debt-restructuring Sri Lanka decided to default on debt on April 12",negative,-1
Sri Lanka excise department contemplating a limited license for online liquor orders,6/16/2021,Consumer Affairs,"The department has received requests from the industry, supermarket chains and consumers to permit online liquor orders","Sri Lanka excise department contemplating a limited license for online liquor orders The department has received requests from the industry, supermarket chains and consumers to permit online liquor orders",negative,-1
IMF team to visit Sri Lanka from May 11 to 23,5/10/2023,Economy,Asia Pacific Chief Krishna Srinivasan to join,IMF team to visit Sri Lanka from May 11 to 23 Asia Pacific Chief Krishna Srinivasan to join,positive,1
Sri Lanka rupee opens 312/318 to the US dollar,3/9/2023,Bonds & Forex,Business was done as strong as 315 to the US dollar,Sri Lanka rupee opens 312/318 to the US dollar Business was done as strong as 315 to the US dollar,positive,1
Majority of Sri Lankans against protectionist taxes: survey,12/13/2019,Economy,"Advocata, a Colombo-based think tank, said 57 percent of Sri Lankans are against paying a higher price for food and 76 p...","Majority of Sri Lankans against protectionist taxes: survey Advocata, a Colombo-based think tank, said 57 percent of Sri Lankans are against paying a higher price for food and 76 p...",negative,-1
Alleged drug kingpin killed in shootout - Police,10/20/2020,Crime,Alleged drug kingpin Makandure Madush has died in a supposed shootout that took place in the early hours of this morning...,Alleged drug kingpin killed in shootout - Police Alleged drug kingpin Makandure Madush has died in a supposed shootout that took place in the early hours of this morning...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-day trade,12/20/2022,Markets,Market down for the 4th session straight ,Sri Lanka shares slip in mid-day trade Market down for the 4th session straight ,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka Port City, BOI transferred out of Ranil's main ministry",9/17/2022,Economy,Around 10 new cabinet ministers are expected,"Sri Lanka Port City, BOI transferred out of Ranil's main ministry Around 10 new cabinet ministers are expected",negative,-1
"Classist, aristocratic cabal in Sri Lanka conspiring to prevent Premadasa presidency: MP",6/9/2021,Politics,"The government may be hoping to use Prime Minister Ranil Wikcremesinghe to weaken the opposition, the MP said","Classist, aristocratic cabal in Sri Lanka conspiring to prevent Premadasa presidency: MP The government may be hoping to use Prime Minister Ranil Wikcremesinghe to weaken the opposition, the MP said",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka banks on India to boost tourism this year after ""bad press"".",10/7/2022,Tourism,Sri Lanka tourism is yet to see large foreign visitors after political crisis ended.,"Sri Lanka banks on India to boost tourism this year after ""bad press"". Sri Lanka tourism is yet to see large foreign visitors after political crisis ended.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka President proposes global levy to help fund climate change,5/20/2024,Weather and Climate,"10% levy on annual profits of global tax evasion assets, estimated at USD1.4tn, deposited in tax havens be charged","Sri Lanka President proposes global levy to help fund climate change 10% levy on annual profits of global tax evasion assets, estimated at USD1.4tn, deposited in tax havens be charged",negative,-1
Maldives dollar Sukuk Islamic bond rated 'B3' by Moody's,3/27/2021,South Asia,Moody's has rated a planned US dollar Sukuk (Shariah law compliant bond) at 'B3' same as the government which will be us...,Maldives dollar Sukuk Islamic bond rated 'B3' by Moody's Moody's has rated a planned US dollar Sukuk (Shariah law compliant bond) at 'B3' same as the government which will be us...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond market dull at open",2/14/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 178.55/80 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields were quo...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond market dull at open Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 178.55/80 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while bond yields were quo...",negative,-1
Brexit accelerating Japanese exodus from UK: analysts,2/19/2019,International news,"Panasonic, Sony, Nissan and now Honda: a recent exodus of Japanese firms from Britain is not solely down to Brexit, anal...","Brexit accelerating Japanese exodus from UK: analysts Panasonic, Sony, Nissan and now Honda: a recent exodus of Japanese firms from Britain is not solely down to Brexit, anal...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices continue to climb,10/8/2022,Agriculture,"Buyers offered 1,381,134 nuts at the auction and sold 970,638.","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices continue to climb Buyers offered 1,381,134 nuts at the auction and sold 970,638.",negative,-1
World Bank approves USD 128 million COVID-19 support for Sri Lanka,4/3/2020,Health,The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors approved yesterday a USD 128.6 million Sri Lanka COVID-19 Emergency Resp...,World Bank approves USD 128 million COVID-19 support for Sri Lanka The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors approved yesterday a USD 128.6 million Sri Lanka COVID-19 Emergency Resp...,positive,1
"Sri Lanka halts import of spices, vesak lanterns, joss sticks",12/6/2019,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka has issued regulations controlling the imports of spices, vesak lanterns and joss-sticks from midnight last ni...","Sri Lanka halts import of spices, vesak lanterns, joss sticks Sri Lanka has issued regulations controlling the imports of spices, vesak lanterns and joss-sticks from midnight last ni...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank profits up 73-pct in March 2022 quarter,5/16/2022,Banking,"Net other operating income was  loss of 12.2 billion rupees, loan loss provisions were down","Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank profits up 73-pct in March 2022 quarter Net other operating income was  loss of 12.2 billion rupees, loan loss provisions were down",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's trade and cultural links across the Indian Ocean from antiquity,10/8/2023,Op-ed/Special Reports,.,Sri Lanka's trade and cultural links across the Indian Ocean from antiquity .,positive,1
Sri Lanka generation plan renewable power share for 2030 equal to Germany: CEB engineers,8/2/2021,Energy,Grid upgrades and storage to take it to 70-pct could cost US$3.7bn,Sri Lanka generation plan renewable power share for 2030 equal to Germany: CEB engineers Grid upgrades and storage to take it to 70-pct could cost US$3.7bn,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's shares edge up as market momentum picks on short week,5/4/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.35 percent or 30.45 points to 8,830.36. ","Sri Lanka's shares edge up as market momentum picks on short week The main All Share Price Index (ASPI) was up 0.35 percent or 30.45 points to 8,830.36. ",negative,-1
Mahinda Siriwardena made Sri Lanka Treasury Secretary,4/7/2022,Economy,Former Deputy Governor Nandalal Weerasinghe was also appointed Central Bank Governor.,Mahinda Siriwardena made Sri Lanka Treasury Secretary Former Deputy Governor Nandalal Weerasinghe was also appointed Central Bank Governor.,positive,1
Sri Lanka downgraded by S&P to B on political crisis,12/4/2018,Economy,"Standard and Poor's has downgraded Sri Lanka's speculative B+ rating to B, saying external conditions had weakened by Ra...","Sri Lanka downgraded by S&P to B on political crisis Standard and Poor's has downgraded Sri Lanka's speculative B+ rating to B, saying external conditions had weakened by Ra...",negative,-1
Easter attack: Sri Lanka Catholic leader calls for UNHRC intervention in finding truth,3/7/2022,Human Rights,"""The incumbent government of Sri Lanka has failed to mete out justice to the victims,"" he said.","Easter attack: Sri Lanka Catholic leader calls for UNHRC intervention in finding truth ""The incumbent government of Sri Lanka has failed to mete out justice to the victims,"" he said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks edge up in lackluster trade; banks down after rally on expected IMF approval,3/16/2023,Markets,"(ASPI) closed up 0.09 percent, or 8.76 points, at 9,596.55, its highest since March 10.","Sri Lanka stocks edge up in lackluster trade; banks down after rally on expected IMF approval (ASPI) closed up 0.09 percent, or 8.76 points, at 9,596.55, its highest since March 10.",negative,-1
Ranil has declined party calls to take up UNP national list seat: spokesman,4/15/2021,Politics,Former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has declined a unanimous request from the United National Party (UNP) working...,Ranil has declined party calls to take up UNP national list seat: spokesman Former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has declined a unanimous request from the United National Party (UNP) working...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 175.8-pct in May 2023,6/8/2023,Tourism,Europe accounted for the majority of tourists visiting Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka tourist arrivals up 175.8-pct in May 2023 Europe accounted for the majority of tourists visiting Sri Lanka,positive,1
TV Channels ordered to provide Rathana tape to Police,7/26/2019,Uncategorized,The Kurunegala Magistrate has issued a court order directing the Hiru and Derana Television channels to release unedited...,TV Channels ordered to provide Rathana tape to Police The Kurunegala Magistrate has issued a court order directing the Hiru and Derana Television channels to release unedited...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank says its QR code app draws 100,000 users",10/18/2021,Banking,Various bills can be paid using the app,"Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank says its QR code app draws 100,000 users Various bills can be paid using the app",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka migrant workers top 300,000 in 2022: Minister",12/19/2022,Economy,"By today the 300,000 mark has been exceeded,","Sri Lanka migrant workers top 300,000 in 2022: Minister By today the 300,000 mark has been exceeded,",positive,1
Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 195/199 levels in one-week forwards,3/3/2021,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee opens weaker at 195/199 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Wednesday while b...,Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker at 195/199 levels in one-week forwards Sri Lanka’s rupee opens weaker at 195/199 levels to the US dollar in the one-week forwards market on Wednesday while b...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka, Israel sign deals for more workers to feed war machine",3/22/2024,Employment,Minister of Labour and Foreign Employment Manusha Nanayakkara has said he signed several agreements,"Sri Lanka, Israel sign deals for more workers to feed war machine Minister of Labour and Foreign Employment Manusha Nanayakkara has said he signed several agreements",negative,-1
Sri Lanka Treasuries auction yields up after earlier steep fall,8/23/2023,Bonds & Forex,Last week Treasuries yields fell over 200 basis points,Sri Lanka Treasuries auction yields up after earlier steep fall Last week Treasuries yields fell over 200 basis points,negative,-1
"Including Sri Lanka primary dealers, private owners in DDR made little sense",7/17/2023,Economy,The contribution can be made by taxes or through re-structuring their portfolios,"Including Sri Lanka primary dealers, private owners in DDR made little sense The contribution can be made by taxes or through re-structuring their portfolios",negative,-1
Sri Lanka imposes indefinite police curfew ahead of protest to oust president,7/8/2022,Defence,"Protesters, however, vowed to agitate as planned and oust Gotabaya Rajapaksa","Sri Lanka imposes indefinite police curfew ahead of protest to oust president Protesters, however, vowed to agitate as planned and oust Gotabaya Rajapaksa",negative,-1
Sri Lanka undershoots inflation target in first quarter despite VAT hike,4/14/2024,Economy,In our expectation it will remain around 4-5 percent in the next 12 to 18 months,Sri Lanka undershoots inflation target in first quarter despite VAT hike In our expectation it will remain around 4-5 percent in the next 12 to 18 months,negative,-1
Sri Lanka central bank extends suspension on Perpetual Treasuries,7/5/2019,Bonds & Forex,The suspension of business of controversial primary dealer Perpetual Treasuries Limited has been extended another six mo...,Sri Lanka central bank extends suspension on Perpetual Treasuries The suspension of business of controversial primary dealer Perpetual Treasuries Limited has been extended another six mo...,negative,-1
IMF's corruption-focused governance diagnostic report to be completed by September,5/16/2023,Corruption,Governance diagnostic is done on the request of Sri Lanka - IMF ,IMF's corruption-focused governance diagnostic report to be completed by September Governance diagnostic is done on the request of Sri Lanka - IMF ,negative,-1
Sri Lanka’s Economy Next’s Bellwether piece among SOPA award finalists,5/3/2024,Media,SOPA’s annual Awards for Editorial Excellence are given to recognize and reward great journalism,Sri Lanka’s Economy Next’s Bellwether piece among SOPA award finalists SOPA’s annual Awards for Editorial Excellence are given to recognize and reward great journalism,positive,1
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea prices down for second week,2/5/2023,Agriculture,The tea prices are down for two weeks in a row.,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Tea prices down for second week The tea prices are down for two weeks in a row.,negative,-1
SLFP yet to decide on PC polls; rank and file have concerns: Rohana Lakshman,3/18/2021,Politics,The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) has yet to reach a decision on whether to contest the upcoming provincial council ele...,SLFP yet to decide on PC polls; rank and file have concerns: Rohana Lakshman The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) has yet to reach a decision on whether to contest the upcoming provincial council ele...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka COVID-19 situation report: 23 new patients by this morning,7/28/2020,Health,"A total of 23 new COVID-19 patients were reported in the island as at 6 a.m. this morning, the National Operations Centr...","Sri Lanka COVID-19 situation report: 23 new patients by this morning A total of 23 new COVID-19 patients were reported in the island as at 6 a.m. this morning, the National Operations Centr...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's online tea auction sees computers trailing human sellers - so far,4/7/2020,Commodities,"Sri Lanka's Colombo tea auction, which went online due to a Coronavirus curfew ending a 126-year-old tradition is doing ...","Sri Lanka's online tea auction sees computers trailing human sellers - so far Sri Lanka's Colombo tea auction, which went online due to a Coronavirus curfew ending a 126-year-old tradition is doing ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,12/9/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.78 percent higher on Wednesday's pushed by index heavy Browns Investment, Browns and Company P...","Sri Lanka stocks end higher Sri Lanka stocks closed 0.78 percent higher on Wednesday's pushed by index heavy Browns Investment, Browns and Company P...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka should regulate 'illegal prostitution' for safety: State Minister,4/29/2024,Economy,Sri Lanka has seen sharp rise in number of AIDS-infected people in the last year,Sri Lanka should regulate 'illegal prostitution' for safety: State Minister Sri Lanka has seen sharp rise in number of AIDS-infected people in the last year,negative,-1
"Deshapriya receives a ""clarification"" from Shavendra",10/18/2019,Politics,Chief Elections Commissioner Mahinda Deshapriya today (18) confirmed that he has received a letter of clarification from...,"Deshapriya receives a ""clarification"" from Shavendra Chief Elections Commissioner Mahinda Deshapriya today (18) confirmed that he has received a letter of clarification from...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka rough rice forecast for Yala 2019 bumped up to 1.54mn tonnes,9/14/2019,Agriculture,Sri Lanka has raised a paddy (rough rice) output from both cultivation seasons in 2019 to 4.613 million metric tonnes up...,Sri Lanka rough rice forecast for Yala 2019 bumped up to 1.54mn tonnes Sri Lanka has raised a paddy (rough rice) output from both cultivation seasons in 2019 to 4.613 million metric tonnes up...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka starts machine tea plucking amid labour shortage fear,11/25/2022,Technology,Machinery tea plucking is already introduced in 55 tea lands - Tea Board official ,Sri Lanka starts machine tea plucking amid labour shortage fear Machinery tea plucking is already introduced in 55 tea lands - Tea Board official ,negative,-1
Rajapaksas eye comeback in Sri Lanka presidential election,11/16/2019,Political News,"Sri Lankans choose a new president on Saturday in what could mark a comeback for the Rajapaksa clan, lauded by supporter...","Rajapaksas eye comeback in Sri Lanka presidential election Sri Lankans choose a new president on Saturday in what could mark a comeback for the Rajapaksa clan, lauded by supporter...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka revises down price of widely used petrol, diesel",12/1/2023,Energy,Government to impose 18 percent tax on fuel from January,"Sri Lanka revises down price of widely used petrol, diesel Government to impose 18 percent tax on fuel from January",negative,-1
Sri Lanka power cuts Thursday after fuel fired plants down,1/13/2022,Energy,Load shedding of up to 1 hour 45 minutes,Sri Lanka power cuts Thursday after fuel fired plants down Load shedding of up to 1 hour 45 minutes,negative,-1
Sri Lanka to set up new embassies amid economic crisis,1/9/2024,Economy,"In this financial crisis, approval was given to do it step by step, in phases","Sri Lanka to set up new embassies amid economic crisis In this financial crisis, approval was given to do it step by step, in phases",positive,1
Sri Lanka unemployment hits 10-year high in 2020 March quarter,7/20/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's unemployment hit 5.7 percent in the March 2020 quarter, levels not seen since 2009 at the end of a 30-year w...","Sri Lanka unemployment hits 10-year high in 2020 March quarter Sri Lanka's unemployment hit 5.7 percent in the March 2020 quarter, levels not seen since 2009 at the end of a 30-year w...",negative,-1
"GR must hold high office within SLPP while MR leads, says Wimal, refusing to apologise",2/9/2021,Politics,President Gotabaya Rajapaksa ought to hold some high office within the ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) while P...,"GR must hold high office within SLPP while MR leads, says Wimal, refusing to apologise President Gotabaya Rajapaksa ought to hold some high office within the ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) while P...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's participation in UN peacekeeping missions must not be weakened: UNP,5/6/2021,International Relations,"There is scope for further involvement in future contingents, the UNP said.","Sri Lanka's participation in UN peacekeeping missions must not be weakened: UNP There is scope for further involvement in future contingents, the UNP said.",positive,1
"Sri Lanka gets 107,000 tourists in February 2023",3/7/2023,Tourism,"So far in the first week of March from 1-6 we 24,363 tourists have arrived.","Sri Lanka gets 107,000 tourists in February 2023 So far in the first week of March from 1-6 we 24,363 tourists have arrived.",positive,1
"SJB asks the Govt what is your Covid solution, herbal syrup or vaccine?",12/17/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s main opposition party wants to know whether the government is depending on a herbal syrup produced by a Sh...,"SJB asks the Govt what is your Covid solution, herbal syrup or vaccine? Sri Lanka’s main opposition party wants to know whether the government is depending on a herbal syrup produced by a Sh...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka police arrests two suspects over fake curfew-violation video,3/30/2020,Health,Two suspects were arrested in connection with a video that falsely claimed a mosque in Beruwala had violated Sri Lankaâ€...,Sri Lanka police arrests two suspects over fake curfew-violation video Two suspects were arrested in connection with a video that falsely claimed a mosque in Beruwala had violated Sri Lankaâ€...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields up",11/23/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee quoted stronger at 184.90/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while gilt yields slightly up...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted firmer, gilt yields up Sri Lanka rupee quoted stronger at 184.90/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while gilt yields slightly up...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka main opposition will not join govt, will back ""correct"" decisions: opp. leader",5/14/2022,Politics,"""I also wish to inform you that we will extend our support as a responsible opposition to correct decisions.""","Sri Lanka main opposition will not join govt, will back ""correct"" decisions: opp. leader ""I also wish to inform you that we will extend our support as a responsible opposition to correct decisions.""",positive,1
Sri Lanka minister says saved over 300 people by police shooting,4/21/2022,Defence,"""I must say if the police didn't take that action, 300 -400 would have been killed by now,""","Sri Lanka minister says saved over 300 people by police shooting ""I must say if the police didn't take that action, 300 -400 would have been killed by now,""",negative,-1
State banks should not be privatised - President,7/31/2019,Economy,"Measures should be taken to strengthen state banks instead of privatising them, President Maithripala Sirisena said.","State banks should not be privatised - President Measures should be taken to strengthen state banks instead of privatising them, President Maithripala Sirisena said.",negative,-1
Cops interdicted for spreading unverified info,10/9/2019,Law and Order,Two police officers attached to the Fort Police Station was interdicted yesterday (9 Oct) with regard to a statement iss...,Cops interdicted for spreading unverified info Two police officers attached to the Fort Police Station was interdicted yesterday (9 Oct) with regard to a statement iss...,negative,-1
Indian PM Modi visit to Sri Lanka after Easter Sunday blasts is a strong signal: President,6/10/2019,Political News,"The visit of newly re-elected Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Sri Lanka, soon after Easter Sunday bombings is a s...","Indian PM Modi visit to Sri Lanka after Easter Sunday blasts is a strong signal: President The visit of newly re-elected Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Sri Lanka, soon after Easter Sunday bombings is a s...",positive,1
Sri Lanka boosts tourist driver skills amid Covid-19 lull,9/20/2020,Business,Sri Lanka's state tourism agency said it had initiated a scheme with training organization to boost the skills of touris...,Sri Lanka boosts tourist driver skills amid Covid-19 lull Sri Lanka's state tourism agency said it had initiated a scheme with training organization to boost the skills of touris...,positive,1
Sri Lanka's central bank makes more than Rs500bn in profits to June 2023: analysis,8/28/2023,Economy,Profits go by approximately Rs575bn rupees in six months,Sri Lanka's central bank makes more than Rs500bn in profits to June 2023: analysis Profits go by approximately Rs575bn rupees in six months,negative,-1
MT New Diamond fire: Sri Lanka forwards Rs 3.4 bn claim to Greek shipping company,4/9/2021,Environment,Sri Lanka’s Attorney General Dappula de Livera has forwarded a marine environmental pollution claim of Rs 3.4 billion ...,MT New Diamond fire: Sri Lanka forwards Rs 3.4 bn claim to Greek shipping company Sri Lanka’s Attorney General Dappula de Livera has forwarded a marine environmental pollution claim of Rs 3.4 billion ...,negative,-1
China gives Sri Lanka RMB600mn grant after Yang Jeichi visit,10/11/2020,Economy,"China is giving a 600 million yuan grant for health care and water supply in rural areas, following the visit of politbu...","China gives Sri Lanka RMB600mn grant after Yang Jeichi visit China is giving a 600 million yuan grant for health care and water supply in rural areas, following the visit of politbu...",positive,1
Catholic Church opposes 20A calls for new constitution to be drafted,10/14/2020,Constitutional Amendments,Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic Church is joining the chorus of opposition to the proposed 20th Amendment to the Constituti...,Catholic Church opposes 20A calls for new constitution to be drafted Sri Lanka’s Roman Catholic Church is joining the chorus of opposition to the proposed 20th Amendment to the Constituti...,positive,1
Sri Lanka warned against continuing interest price controls by IMF,2/10/2020,Banking,Sri Lanka has been warned against continuing its controversial price controls on bank lending rates by the International...,Sri Lanka warned against continuing interest price controls by IMF Sri Lanka has been warned against continuing its controversial price controls on bank lending rates by the International...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka to probe domestic maize collector racket,3/11/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's Consumer Affairs Authority has been instructed probe a racket to push up domestic maize prices just as the h...,Sri Lanka to probe domestic maize collector racket Sri Lanka's Consumer Affairs Authority has been instructed probe a racket to push up domestic maize prices just as the h...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka stocks close up 1-pct, Hayleys and subsidiary attract interest",3/13/2024,Stocks & Companies,"Turnover was at 1.9 bn. Hayleys Plc (up at 85.30), and subsidiary Hayleys Fabric Plc (down at 40.50), saw high volumes ","Sri Lanka stocks close up 1-pct, Hayleys and subsidiary attract interest Turnover was at 1.9 bn. Hayleys Plc (up at 85.30), and subsidiary Hayleys Fabric Plc (down at 40.50), saw high volumes ",positive,1
Sri Lanka to give debt relief to tea factory owners,12/19/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka's cabinet in principle has agreed to provide debt relief to tea factory owners, co-cabinet spokesperson Ramesh...","Sri Lanka to give debt relief to tea factory owners Sri Lanka's cabinet in principle has agreed to provide debt relief to tea factory owners, co-cabinet spokesperson Ramesh...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka’s rupee opens steady, bond yields ease",7/1/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee opened steady at 176.40/55 against the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields eased ...,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opens steady, bond yields ease Sri Lanka's rupee opened steady at 176.40/55 against the US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields eased ...",positive,1
Sri Lanka rupee opens flat at 298.40/80 to US dollar,5/10/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Bond yields were broadly steady, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee opens flat at 298.40/80 to US dollar Bond yields were broadly steady, dealers said.",positive,1
Sri Lanka top court suggests changes to Colombo Port City Commission Bill,5/18/2021,Legal,The changes when made allows the law to be passed by a simple majority,Sri Lanka top court suggests changes to Colombo Port City Commission Bill The changes when made allows the law to be passed by a simple majority,positive,1
"Sri Lanka stocks end 0.46-pct lower, selling on Ceylinco",5/10/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks ended 0.46 percent lower on Friday with selling interest in Ceylinco Insurance and Sri Lanka Telecom,...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.46-pct lower, selling on Ceylinco Sri Lanka's stocks ended 0.46 percent lower on Friday with selling interest in Ceylinco Insurance and Sri Lanka Telecom,...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Richard Pieris retail unit gets land for mixed development project,10/10/2019,Stocks & Companies,Sri Lanka's Richard Pieris Distributors has got approval to lease just over an acre of land in a southern suburb of Colo...,Sri Lanka's Richard Pieris retail unit gets land for mixed development project Sri Lanka's Richard Pieris Distributors has got approval to lease just over an acre of land in a southern suburb of Colo...,negative,-1
NGOs and UNP behind Gota citizenship case - SLPP,10/2/2019,PresPoll2020,The SLPP expressed its hope for a decision in favour of the party’s presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa whose ci...,NGOs and UNP behind Gota citizenship case - SLPP The SLPP expressed its hope for a decision in favour of the party’s presidential candidate Gotabaya Rajapaksa whose ci...,positive,1
Sri Lanka's Resus Energy to sell Rs1.2bn in A+(lka) debentures,12/15/2021,Business,Sri Lanka's Resus Energy Plc will sell 1.2 billion rupees of debentures,Sri Lanka's Resus Energy to sell Rs1.2bn in A+(lka) debentures Sri Lanka's Resus Energy Plc will sell 1.2 billion rupees of debentures,negative,-1
Beware of what lies beneath,5/12/2019,Opinion,Christians turned the other cheek but some Sinhala Buddhist hardliners step up anti Muslim rhetoric,Beware of what lies beneath Christians turned the other cheek but some Sinhala Buddhist hardliners step up anti Muslim rhetoric,positive,1
UNP candidate must promote liberalisation ideology - Harsha,7/30/2019,Politics,The United National Party (UNP)'s presidential candidate must be someone who promotes its current liberalisation traject...,UNP candidate must promote liberalisation ideology - Harsha The United National Party (UNP)'s presidential candidate must be someone who promotes its current liberalisation traject...,negative,-1
"Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka bonds to Default, sovereign rating to RD",5/20/2022,Economy,Cross default clauses triggered,"Fitch downgrades Sri Lanka bonds to Default, sovereign rating to RD Cross default clauses triggered",negative,-1
"Over 3,000 kilos of contaminated dhal seized and destroyed in Weligama",4/2/2021,Health,"Over 3,000kg of dhal (split lentils) containing fungi that can produce the carcinogenic aflatoxin was found in a coopera...","Over 3,000 kilos of contaminated dhal seized and destroyed in Weligama Over 3,000kg of dhal (split lentils) containing fungi that can produce the carcinogenic aflatoxin was found in a coopera...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka GDP grows 1.3-pct in fourth quarter 2020,3/17/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's gross domestic product was estimated to have grown 1.3 percent in the fourth quarter of 2020 against 1.6 per...,Sri Lanka GDP grows 1.3-pct in fourth quarter 2020 Sri Lanka's gross domestic product was estimated to have grown 1.3 percent in the fourth quarter of 2020 against 1.6 per...,negative,-1
"Crude oil carrier with 200,000 MT cargo on fire off SriLanka",9/3/2020,Accident,"An oil tanker carrying more than 200,000 of crude oil is on fire 38 kilometers off Sri Lanka’s East coast and about ha...","Crude oil carrier with 200,000 MT cargo on fire off SriLanka An oil tanker carrying more than 200,000 of crude oil is on fire 38 kilometers off Sri Lanka’s East coast and about ha...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee weakens, stocks end 0.22-pct higher",11/26/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee continues to weaken closing Monday at a new low of around 180.10/30 rupees against the...,"Sri Lanka rupee weakens, stocks end 0.22-pct higher ECONOMYNEXT - The Sri Lanka rupee continues to weaken closing Monday at a new low of around 180.10/30 rupees against the...",negative,-1
Fears of a crisis loom in Sri Lanka as COVID-19 cases surge,4/23/2021,Health,"With 931 cases recorded today, the fifth highest single-day total yet, and the country’s vaccine rollout having hit a ...","Fears of a crisis loom in Sri Lanka as COVID-19 cases surge With 931 cases recorded today, the fifth highest single-day total yet, and the country’s vaccine rollout having hit a ...",negative,-1
Rupavahini crisis worsens as it grows two heads,7/22/2019,Politics,"The Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation, the country’s Premier State Media organisation lurched towards another crisis to...","Rupavahini crisis worsens as it grows two heads The Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation, the country’s Premier State Media organisation lurched towards another crisis to...",negative,-1
IMF assistance sought but Sri Lanka must be mindful of its core policies: central bank chief,3/23/2022,Economy,"“When the pandemic was emerging, some countries were on a strong economic footing.""","IMF assistance sought but Sri Lanka must be mindful of its core policies: central bank chief “When the pandemic was emerging, some countries were on a strong economic footing.""",positive,1
Fitch downgrades People's Leasing & Finance to A+(lka),1/22/2020,Banking, Ratings agency Fitch downgraded state-owned People's Leasing & Finance Plc (PLC) to a national long-term rating of ...,Fitch downgrades People's Leasing & Finance to A+(lka)  Ratings agency Fitch downgraded state-owned People's Leasing & Finance Plc (PLC) to a national long-term rating of ...,negative,-1
Politicians remain cynical about killing the messenger,10/15/2019,Human Rights,Gotabaya Rajapaksa at his first Press Conference as a Presidential Candidate was asked whether the White Van culture tha...,Politicians remain cynical about killing the messenger Gotabaya Rajapaksa at his first Press Conference as a Presidential Candidate was asked whether the White Van culture tha...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's central bank runs BOP deficits on borrowed money,6/13/2022,Economy,Up to April BOP deficit US$2.5bn,Sri Lanka's central bank runs BOP deficits on borrowed money Up to April BOP deficit US$2.5bn,negative,-1
Manjula Fernando appointed new Chairman of Public Utilities Commission,6/23/2023,Energy,"Fernando will be succeeding the former chair, Janaka Ratnayake, who was ousted by a parliamentary vote last month.","Manjula Fernando appointed new Chairman of Public Utilities Commission Fernando will be succeeding the former chair, Janaka Ratnayake, who was ousted by a parliamentary vote last month.",positive,1
Sri Lanka stocks end lower,11/23/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.21 percent at Monday’s closing on index heavy Distilleries Company, Carson Cumberbatch PLC and...","Sri Lanka stocks end lower Sri Lanka stocks fell 0.21 percent at Monday’s closing on index heavy Distilleries Company, Carson Cumberbatch PLC and...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka to revive China's CNTIC backed Ruwanpura expressway,2/21/2020,Autos,Sri Lanka's Ministry of Highways had been given the nod by the cabinet of ministers to seek a proposal from China Nation...,Sri Lanka to revive China's CNTIC backed Ruwanpura expressway Sri Lanka's Ministry of Highways had been given the nod by the cabinet of ministers to seek a proposal from China Nation...,positive,1
"Sri Lanka shares post worst weekly loss in seven weeks on economic, political woes",6/18/2022,Markets,Investors see gloomy outlook for stocks until country see some recovery in economic crisis.,"Sri Lanka shares post worst weekly loss in seven weeks on economic, political woes Investors see gloomy outlook for stocks until country see some recovery in economic crisis.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks close 1.19-pct up,6/8/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka stocks sharply up 1.19 percent at close on Monday pushed up by Ceylon Tobacco and John Keells Holdings while t...,Sri Lanka stocks close 1.19-pct up Sri Lanka stocks sharply up 1.19 percent at close on Monday pushed up by Ceylon Tobacco and John Keells Holdings while t...,negative,-1
The Battle begins as major parties name Candidates for Presidency,7/28/2019,Uncategorized,The battle begins as Sri Lanka's major political formations announce alliances and name candidates ahead of Presidential...,The Battle begins as major parties name Candidates for Presidency The battle begins as Sri Lanka's major political formations announce alliances and name candidates ahead of Presidential...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka fuel price stabilization account Rs26bn in the red,6/14/2021,Economy,An import tax surcharge was put on fuel when petroleum prices fell to around US$25 a barrel,Sri Lanka fuel price stabilization account Rs26bn in the red An import tax surcharge was put on fuel when petroleum prices fell to around US$25 a barrel,negative,-1
Sri Lanka rejects US decision to sanction ex Navy chief; Russia cries foul,4/28/2023,Human Rights,The Russian envoy said the decision was “totally unacceptable”.,Sri Lanka rejects US decision to sanction ex Navy chief; Russia cries foul The Russian envoy said the decision was “totally unacceptable”.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's 22nd constitutional amendment bill is not a restoration of 19A's essence: experts,7/2/2022,Politics,"""We see a continuation of the centralisation of power around one individual in this bill.""","Sri Lanka's 22nd constitutional amendment bill is not a restoration of 19A's essence: experts ""We see a continuation of the centralisation of power around one individual in this bill.""",negative,-1
Sri Lanka media rights body condemns assault on journalist,12/21/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka's Free Media Movements (FMM), a rights body condemned an attack on a journalist who was covering protest again...","Sri Lanka media rights body condemns assault on journalist Sri Lanka's Free Media Movements (FMM), a rights body condemned an attack on a journalist who was covering protest again...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks slip in mid-day trade on Wednesday,6/1/2022,Uncategorized,.,Sri Lanka stocks slip in mid-day trade on Wednesday .,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's CEB costs skyrocket 155-pct amid soft-peg failure,4/26/2022,Energy,"But on April 23, the projected cost had risen by another 200 billion rupees to 705 billion","Sri Lanka's CEB costs skyrocket 155-pct amid soft-peg failure But on April 23, the projected cost had risen by another 200 billion rupees to 705 billion",negative,-1
Sri Lanka’s high grown Ceylon Teas gain,2/19/2023,Economy,While Medium Growns fell at the auction on February 14,Sri Lanka’s high grown Ceylon Teas gain While Medium Growns fell at the auction on February 14,negative,-1
Global WhatsApp outage leaves users unable to communicate via instant message,10/25/2022,ICT,"According to reports, the issue was first notified at around 12:40pm in India.","Global WhatsApp outage leaves users unable to communicate via instant message According to reports, the issue was first notified at around 12:40pm in India.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka commences IMF second review,3/7/2024,Economic Crisis,Review and reaching staff level agreement will pave way for accessing third tranche,Sri Lanka commences IMF second review Review and reaching staff level agreement will pave way for accessing third tranche,negative,-1
"US investors buy 30-pct of Sri Lanka US$2bn sovereign bonds, Europe 60-pct",6/25/2019,Markets,"A 2.0 billion US dollar international sovereign bond received 6.2 billion dollars in orders, with fund managers from the...","US investors buy 30-pct of Sri Lanka US$2bn sovereign bonds, Europe 60-pct A 2.0 billion US dollar international sovereign bond received 6.2 billion dollars in orders, with fund managers from the...",negative,-1
COPA recognises 109 high performing state institutes,7/8/2019,Economy,The Parliamentary Committee on Public Accounts (COPA) has highlighted 109 state institutions that have shown high perfor...,COPA recognises 109 high performing state institutes The Parliamentary Committee on Public Accounts (COPA) has highlighted 109 state institutions that have shown high perfor...,positive,1
Sri Lanka's shares end lower on profit taking,6/6/2023,Markets,"The main All Share Price Index was down 0.37 percent or 32.64 points to 8,733.96","Sri Lanka's shares end lower on profit taking The main All Share Price Index was down 0.37 percent or 32.64 points to 8,733.96",negative,-1
Singapore's G&G bullish on Sri Lanka agro sector after Hatton Plantations buy,5/29/2019,Economy,"Singapore-based G&G Group is looking to invest in Sri Lanka's agriculture sector in the future, an official said after a...","Singapore's G&G bullish on Sri Lanka agro sector after Hatton Plantations buy Singapore-based G&G Group is looking to invest in Sri Lanka's agriculture sector in the future, an official said after a...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka power restored gradually after cascading failure,12/3/2021,Energy,Sri Lanka has been experiencing heavy rains leading to record inflows to hydro power stations ,Sri Lanka power restored gradually after cascading failure Sri Lanka has been experiencing heavy rains leading to record inflows to hydro power stations ,positive,1
Sri Lanka tourist visa fees for SAARC citizens up 167-pct with VFS Global levy?,4/18/2024,Business,ASEAN region visitors hit by at least 87-pct increase,Sri Lanka tourist visa fees for SAARC citizens up 167-pct with VFS Global levy? ASEAN region visitors hit by at least 87-pct increase,negative,-1
Cash-strapped Sri Lanka eyes monkey business,4/12/2023,Agriculture,I have appointed a committee to study the request,Cash-strapped Sri Lanka eyes monkey business I have appointed a committee to study the request,negative,-1
Shafi case; Kurunegala hospital director complains against CID,7/30/2019,Uncategorized,Director of the Kurunegala Teaching Hospital Sarath Weerabandara has complained against the Criminal Investigation Depar...,Shafi case; Kurunegala hospital director complains against CID Director of the Kurunegala Teaching Hospital Sarath Weerabandara has complained against the Criminal Investigation Depar...,negative,-1
Four Sri Lankans arrested by Counter-terror police in London,4/13/2019,Uncategorized,They were arrested on suspicion of being members of a banned organisation. ,Four Sri Lankans arrested by Counter-terror police in London They were arrested on suspicion of being members of a banned organisation. ,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields eased",8/13/2020,Uncategorized,Sri Lanka rupee was closed at 182.90/183.00 against the US dollar on Thursday in the spot market while bond yields eased...,"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, bond yields eased Sri Lanka rupee was closed at 182.90/183.00 against the US dollar on Thursday in the spot market while bond yields eased...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka foreign reserves rise 2.2-pct to US$2,755mn in April",5/4/2023,Investment,Sri Lanka foreign reserves are negative on a net basis,"Sri Lanka foreign reserves rise 2.2-pct to US$2,755mn in April Sri Lanka foreign reserves are negative on a net basis",negative,-1
Sri Lanka state enterprise workers should get bonuses to stop sabotage: legislator,3/26/2019,Economy,Workers in loss-making Sri Lanka state enterprises should be given bonuses to stop them from being discouraged and engag...,Sri Lanka state enterprise workers should get bonuses to stop sabotage: legislator Workers in loss-making Sri Lanka state enterprises should be given bonuses to stop them from being discouraged and engag...,negative,-1
Asian markets fluctuate as dealers brush off Wall St record,4/24/2019,International news,Asian markets fluctuated Wednesday following a record-breaking close on Wall Street that was fuelled by strong earnings ...,Asian markets fluctuate as dealers brush off Wall St record Asian markets fluctuated Wednesday following a record-breaking close on Wall Street that was fuelled by strong earnings ...,positive,1
Sri Lanka's stocks close 0.04-pct higher on Melstacorp,9/16/2019,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.04 percent higher on Monday, provisional data showed.","Sri Lanka's stocks close 0.04-pct higher on Melstacorp Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.04 percent higher on Monday, provisional data showed.",negative,-1
Any Sri Lanka domestic debt to be part of negotiation process: CB Governor,1/24/2023,Economy,Hopes to conclude talks in about six months,Any Sri Lanka domestic debt to be part of negotiation process: CB Governor Hopes to conclude talks in about six months,negative,-1
Shaky table possible cause of Sri Lanka PCR machine breakdown: China,10/31/2020,Business,An unstable work bench may have caused the malfunction of a PCR testing machine in the forefront of containing the sprea...,Shaky table possible cause of Sri Lanka PCR machine breakdown: China An unstable work bench may have caused the malfunction of a PCR testing machine in the forefront of containing the sprea...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka cuts tea export tax, abolishes regulation on promotions",12/16/2021,Business,Regulations limited the use of funds for promotions,"Sri Lanka cuts tea export tax, abolishes regulation on promotions Regulations limited the use of funds for promotions",negative,-1
"New Sri Lanka Supreme Court judge, Court of Appeal chair sworn in",6/14/2021,Legal,"On June 08, the Parliamentary Council approved President Rajapaksa’s proposal to appoint Obeysekera to the Supreme Cou...","New Sri Lanka Supreme Court judge, Court of Appeal chair sworn in On June 08, the Parliamentary Council approved President Rajapaksa’s proposal to appoint Obeysekera to the Supreme Cou...",positive,1
Sri Lanka President to invite opposition to a new cabinet: Keheliya,4/4/2022,Political News, President will invite the opposition and offer certain portfolios in the next cabinet as the opposition,Sri Lanka President to invite opposition to a new cabinet: Keheliya  President will invite the opposition and offer certain portfolios in the next cabinet as the opposition,positive,1
Sri Lanka keen to restart cancelled Japanese projects; Japan willing to lead creditor talks: PMD,9/27/2022,Economy,He had also expressed an interest in exploring investment opportunities in renewable energy in Sri Lanka,Sri Lanka keen to restart cancelled Japanese projects; Japan willing to lead creditor talks: PMD He had also expressed an interest in exploring investment opportunities in renewable energy in Sri Lanka,positive,1
First ever bilateral consultations between Sri Lanka and Ethiopia held online,6/10/2021,International Relations,Three Sri Lankan apparel companies and one chemical manufacturing company based in Ethiopia,First ever bilateral consultations between Sri Lanka and Ethiopia held online Three Sri Lankan apparel companies and one chemical manufacturing company based in Ethiopia,positive,1
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, bond yields stable",2/25/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted marginally firmer at 181.68/75 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond ...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, bond yields stable Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted marginally firmer at 181.68/75 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday while bond ...",negative,-1
OPPP National List dispute: Monk complains to Swiss Embassy,8/18/2020,Legal,A Monk associated with the Our People’s Power Party (OPPP) has complained at the Swiss Embassy in Colombo saying he wa...,OPPP National List dispute: Monk complains to Swiss Embassy A Monk associated with the Our People’s Power Party (OPPP) has complained at the Swiss Embassy in Colombo saying he wa...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's school teachers to return to work on Oct 25 but TU campaign to continue,10/18/2021,Education,"""But we will not stop our struggle. Even after resuming teaching, we will continue.""","Sri Lanka's school teachers to return to work on Oct 25 but TU campaign to continue ""But we will not stop our struggle. Even after resuming teaching, we will continue.""",positive,1
Sri Lanka loan price controls may not improve credit growth: Fitch,10/7/2019,Economy,A ceiling on interest on loans by Sri Lankan banks imposed by the central bank may not increase lending in the short ter...,Sri Lanka loan price controls may not improve credit growth: Fitch A ceiling on interest on loans by Sri Lankan banks imposed by the central bank may not increase lending in the short ter...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka to raise minimum wage,3/31/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka will raise a monthly minimum wage by 12.5 percent and will also legislate a daily minimum wage according to a ...,Sri Lanka to raise minimum wage Sri Lanka will raise a monthly minimum wage by 12.5 percent and will also legislate a daily minimum wage according to a ...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka pegs strongly to US dollar in May,6/17/2019,Economy,"Sri Lanka's central bank has pegged strongly to the US dollar in May 2019, buying 45 million US dollars from the interba...","Sri Lanka pegs strongly to US dollar in May Sri Lanka's central bank has pegged strongly to the US dollar in May 2019, buying 45 million US dollars from the interba...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's SOS Village youth have high employability,9/14/2019,Business,"Children who grow up and leave the care of SOS Children's Villages have high employability, with the charity giving them...","Sri Lanka's SOS Village youth have high employability Children who grow up and leave the care of SOS Children's Villages have high employability, with the charity giving them...",positive,1
Colombo asking the UK to afford errant Brigadier diplomatic immunity,10/21/2019,Human Rights,Sri Lanka has requested the Government of United Kingdom (UK) to honour the diplomatic immunity of Brigadier Priyanka Fe...,Colombo asking the UK to afford errant Brigadier diplomatic immunity Sri Lanka has requested the Government of United Kingdom (UK) to honour the diplomatic immunity of Brigadier Priyanka Fe...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee ends lower, bond yields gain",5/30/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 176.40/50 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday and gilt yields edged up, d...","Sri Lanka rupee ends lower, bond yields gain Sri Lanka's rupee closed weaker at 176.40/50 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday and gilt yields edged up, d...",negative,-1
England claim landmark Test series sweep in Sri Lanka,11/27/2018,Culture,"Skipper Joe Root hailed England's ""complete team-effort"" Monday after his team sealed a tense victory over Sri Lanka in ...","England claim landmark Test series sweep in Sri Lanka Skipper Joe Root hailed England's ""complete team-effort"" Monday after his team sealed a tense victory over Sri Lanka in ...",positive,1
Sri Lanka athlete wins four gold medals at Asian weightlifting championship,12/30/2021,Sports,"Dishalya won gold in the 47kg weight class in dead lift, bench press and squat events.","Sri Lanka athlete wins four gold medals at Asian weightlifting championship Dishalya won gold in the 47kg weight class in dead lift, bench press and squat events.",positive,1
Sri Lanka 05-year Treasury Bonds yield 9.83-pct at auction,6/27/2019,Bonds & Forex,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka sold a five year bond maturing on 15 June 2014 at a weighted average yield of 9.83 percen...,Sri Lanka 05-year Treasury Bonds yield 9.83-pct at auction ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka sold a five year bond maturing on 15 June 2014 at a weighted average yield of 9.83 percen...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka’s LAUGFS commissions Bangladesh gas cylinder repair plant,11/29/2018,Energy,ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan liquid petroleum gas (LPG) supplier LAUGFS Gas said it had commissioned a new cylinder r...,Sri Lanka’s LAUGFS commissions Bangladesh gas cylinder repair plant ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lankan liquid petroleum gas (LPG) supplier LAUGFS Gas said it had commissioned a new cylinder r...,negative,-1
No more clues about headless girl found on Dam Street,3/2/2021,Crime,"The headless body that was found last evening in an abandoned travel bag in Dam Street, Colombo has not been taken for p...","No more clues about headless girl found on Dam Street The headless body that was found last evening in an abandoned travel bag in Dam Street, Colombo has not been taken for p...",negative,-1
Bank of Ceylon to privately place Rs12bn in bail-in bonds,7/15/2019,Bonds & Forex,"State-run Bank of Ceylon is planning to privately place 12 billion rupees of unlisted bonds, which can be used to bail o...","Bank of Ceylon to privately place Rs12bn in bail-in bonds State-run Bank of Ceylon is planning to privately place 12 billion rupees of unlisted bonds, which can be used to bail o...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka state finmin reiterates ""no intention"" for domestic debt haircut ",11/26/2022,Debt Restructuring,Local markets have speculated a haircut in deposits with a domestic debt restructuring,"Sri Lanka state finmin reiterates ""no intention"" for domestic debt haircut  Local markets have speculated a haircut in deposits with a domestic debt restructuring",negative,-1
Sri lanka's Sanasa to get US$10mn in Dutch funding,3/30/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's Sanasa Development Bank Plc, a publicly traded firm linked to the co-operative movement, said it planned to ...","Sri lanka's Sanasa to get US$10mn in Dutch funding Sri Lanka's Sanasa Development Bank Plc, a publicly traded firm linked to the co-operative movement, said it planned to ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka bond yields extend fall on DDR comments,11/22/2022,Bonds & Forex,Even though there is a small delay the market is reacting to that,Sri Lanka bond yields extend fall on DDR comments Even though there is a small delay the market is reacting to that,negative,-1
Sri Lanka raises VAT to 15%  from Sept. 1: president,8/30/2022,Fiscal,Wickremesinghe said it was unfortunate that the fiscal path Sri Lanka was set on from the years to 2019 was changed.,Sri Lanka raises VAT to 15%  from Sept. 1: president Wickremesinghe said it was unfortunate that the fiscal path Sri Lanka was set on from the years to 2019 was changed.,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, stocks down 0.30-pct",5/9/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka rupee ended weaker at 175.60/80 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while gilt yields...","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker, stocks down 0.30-pct Sri Lanka rupee ended weaker at 175.60/80 rupees against the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday, while gilt yields...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka President allows glyphosate for all crops in Maha season,9/23/2022,Agriculture,Glyphosate use liberalized for six months,Sri Lanka President allows glyphosate for all crops in Maha season Glyphosate use liberalized for six months,negative,-1
Sri Lanka shares gain over 1-pct on positive IMF sentiments,1/19/2023,Markets,"""active investor participation was witnessed on Banking sector counters and index heavyweights.""","Sri Lanka shares gain over 1-pct on positive IMF sentiments ""active investor participation was witnessed on Banking sector counters and index heavyweights.""",positive,1
"Cyprus to supply 450,000 barrel crude to Sri Lanka on 6-month credit",2/1/2022,Energy,Cabinet approves unsolicited proposal for Cyprus company to supply crude on 180-day credit   ,"Cyprus to supply 450,000 barrel crude to Sri Lanka on 6-month credit Cabinet approves unsolicited proposal for Cyprus company to supply crude on 180-day credit   ",negative,-1
Sri Lanka opposition UNP calls for roadmap for COP26 climate summit outcomes,11/9/2021,Environment,The party said that climate change is a global issue and one which threatens the progress and development of Sri Lanka.,Sri Lanka opposition UNP calls for roadmap for COP26 climate summit outcomes The party said that climate change is a global issue and one which threatens the progress and development of Sri Lanka.,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka drug shortages being cleared soon, some have alternatives: Minister",12/1/2021,Health,"Drugs that are in short supply will be restocked in the next few weeks, medical authorities said.","Sri Lanka drug shortages being cleared soon, some have alternatives: Minister Drugs that are in short supply will be restocked in the next few weeks, medical authorities said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka govt warns liquor manufacturers: pay defaulted tax or lose licence,9/24/2023,Economy,"Liquor manufacturers owe 6.6 bln rupees excise tax, penalty for govt ","Sri Lanka govt warns liquor manufacturers: pay defaulted tax or lose licence Liquor manufacturers owe 6.6 bln rupees excise tax, penalty for govt ",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka police to investigate cops who stopped masked, armed riders at protest site",4/6/2022,Politics,The video further shows police officers trying to apprehend the suspicious biker squad.,"Sri Lanka police to investigate cops who stopped masked, armed riders at protest site The video further shows police officers trying to apprehend the suspicious biker squad.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka concerned over IMF link in Japan expressway loan: report,3/24/2019,Economy,A loan from Japan to build an expressway has an exit clause where Sri Lanka has to repay it if a program with the Intern...,Sri Lanka concerned over IMF link in Japan expressway loan: report A loan from Japan to build an expressway has an exit clause where Sri Lanka has to repay it if a program with the Intern...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka to merge tourism promotion agencies under new law,4/6/2021,Business,Sri Lanka will bring a new Tourism Act to merge three agencies and repeal the existing law to be able to improve co-ordi...,Sri Lanka to merge tourism promotion agencies under new law Sri Lanka will bring a new Tourism Act to merge three agencies and repeal the existing law to be able to improve co-ordi...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's government hospitals to get paid wards,11/14/2022,Economy,"The Colombo National Hospital will have the first such ward, he said.","Sri Lanka's government hospitals to get paid wards The Colombo National Hospital will have the first such ward, he said.",positive,1
Sri Lanka Technological Campus gets Rs290mn infusion after acqusition,1/29/2022,Business,To set up a city campus,Sri Lanka Technological Campus gets Rs290mn infusion after acqusition To set up a city campus,negative,-1
Sri Lanka urges energy saving as blackouts pinch,3/29/2019,Energy,"Sri Lankans endured a third straight day of blackouts Wednesday, with families sleeping outdoors to escape the heat and ...","Sri Lanka urges energy saving as blackouts pinch Sri Lankans endured a third straight day of blackouts Wednesday, with families sleeping outdoors to escape the heat and ...",negative,-1
GR to go to grassroots to find solutions for ordinary folk,9/23/2020,Political News,"President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will go among the people to provide swift solutions to their issues at the village level, a...","GR to go to grassroots to find solutions for ordinary folk President Gotabaya Rajapaksa will go among the people to provide swift solutions to their issues at the village level, a...",positive,1
Investors in Sri Lanka to be given autonomy to manage zones: President,4/3/2024,Business,"Thousand acres in Biyagama, with plans to acquire 3,000-4,000 in Trincomalee, similar ventures in north and Hambantota","Investors in Sri Lanka to be given autonomy to manage zones: President Thousand acres in Biyagama, with plans to acquire 3,000-4,000 in Trincomalee, similar ventures in north and Hambantota",positive,1
Sri Lanka stocks bucks falling trend on bargain hunting,10/19/2022,Markets,Tax hike proposal has dragged the bourse,Sri Lanka stocks bucks falling trend on bargain hunting Tax hike proposal has dragged the bourse,negative,-1
Speaker hopes next p'ment will continue to strengthen democracy,2/20/2020,Politics,Speaker Karu Jayasuriya expressed hope today that the next parliament will continue to strengthen democracy the way the ...,Speaker hopes next p'ment will continue to strengthen democracy Speaker Karu Jayasuriya expressed hope today that the next parliament will continue to strengthen democracy the way the ...,positive,1
Use Government Ambulances to come to treatment centres Pavithra tells Covid patients,10/7/2020,Health,The Health Minister is appealing to people in the Gampaha and adjacent areas to avail themselves of the Department’s A...,Use Government Ambulances to come to treatment centres Pavithra tells Covid patients The Health Minister is appealing to people in the Gampaha and adjacent areas to avail themselves of the Department’s A...,positive,1
Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly stronger at 299.40/70 to US dollar,5/20/2024,Bonds & Forex,Bond yields were marginally down.,Sri Lanka rupee opens slightly stronger at 299.40/70 to US dollar Bond yields were marginally down.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's UDA takes over Kolpetty market,4/27/2021,Business,40-storey building planned as PPP will give existing shop owners places in a new shopping mall,Sri Lanka's UDA takes over Kolpetty market 40-storey building planned as PPP will give existing shop owners places in a new shopping mall,positive,1
Sri Lanka to seek BOT investor for Galle leisure port,3/5/2024,Business,Mixed development projects would be set up on the filled land.  ,Sri Lanka to seek BOT investor for Galle leisure port Mixed development projects would be set up on the filled land.  ,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Ceylon Steel group to set up US75mn cement grinding plant,3/19/2019,Business,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Steel and Onyx group is investing 75 million US dollars to set up a cement grinding plant in Mirijjaw...,Sri Lanka's Ceylon Steel group to set up US75mn cement grinding plant Sri Lanka's Ceylon Steel and Onyx group is investing 75 million US dollars to set up a cement grinding plant in Mirijjaw...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee appreciates slightly at 326.70/327.00 to the US dollar,12/6/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.70/327.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady...","Sri Lanka rupee appreciates slightly at 326.70/327.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 326.70/327.00 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. Bond yields were broadly steady...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka shares close up, turnover remains low",11/29/2023,Commodities,"The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Wednesday, CSE data showed. ","Sri Lanka shares close up, turnover remains low The Colombo Stock Exchange closed up on Wednesday, CSE data showed. ",negative,-1
Sri Lanka to commission 20MW wind power plants in Jaffna,6/8/2020,Energy,"Sri Lanka has completed construction of two 10 MegaWatt renewable power plants in the Jaffna peninsula, and they will be...","Sri Lanka to commission 20MW wind power plants in Jaffna Sri Lanka has completed construction of two 10 MegaWatt renewable power plants in the Jaffna peninsula, and they will be...",positive,1
Brandix denies Indians had access to Minuwangoda facility,10/7/2020,Health,Sri Lankan apparel manufacturer Brandix has denied allegations that the company had provided an Indian party access to i...,Brandix denies Indians had access to Minuwangoda facility Sri Lankan apparel manufacturer Brandix has denied allegations that the company had provided an Indian party access to i...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.87-pct higher,4/6/2021,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.87 percent on Tuesday continuing the momentum with index heavy Hayleys Plc, Vallibel One and R...","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.87-pct higher Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.87 percent on Tuesday continuing the momentum with index heavy Hayleys Plc, Vallibel One and R...",positive,1
'Talk with ambassador' forum for Sri Lankans in Oman every last Thursday,11/4/2021,International Relations,"The forum will take place from 09.00 am to 2.00 pm, with the first to be held on on November 25.","'Talk with ambassador' forum for Sri Lankans in Oman every last Thursday The forum will take place from 09.00 am to 2.00 pm, with the first to be held on on November 25.",positive,1
Sri Lanka doctors who left the country returning: report,3/13/2024,Health,Also the number of professionals leaving has reduced.,Sri Lanka doctors who left the country returning: report Also the number of professionals leaving has reduced.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka sets price control on rice at Rs90 a kilogram,4/11/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka's Consumer Affairs Authority, the main price control agency in the island has set new ceiling prices for rice ...","Sri Lanka sets price control on rice at Rs90 a kilogram Sri Lanka's Consumer Affairs Authority, the main price control agency in the island has set new ceiling prices for rice ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka 's Inland Revenue collections top 60-pct of 2022 target by Aug: Minister,9/26/2022,Economy,We have to collect taxes while the economy is contracting,Sri Lanka 's Inland Revenue collections top 60-pct of 2022 target by Aug: Minister We have to collect taxes while the economy is contracting,negative,-1
Sri Lanka bond yields end lower,2/15/2023,Uncategorized,Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees,Sri Lanka bond yields end lower Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank US dollar transactions remained unchanged at 361.92 rupees,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka speaker to meet party leaders Monday, cabinet meeting tonight",5/6/2022,Political News,I have called for a report on the incident from the police chief,"Sri Lanka speaker to meet party leaders Monday, cabinet meeting tonight I have called for a report on the incident from the police chief",negative,-1
Sri Lanka container volumes up 19-pct in May 2021,7/15/2021,Logistics,"Transshipment containers grew 14 percent to 464,269 unit though down from 483,732 pre-Covid","Sri Lanka container volumes up 19-pct in May 2021 Transshipment containers grew 14 percent to 464,269 unit though down from 483,732 pre-Covid",negative,-1
"Wall Street at records ahead of July 4 holiday, European stocks also up",7/4/2019,International news,The fireworks got started a bit early on Wall Street on Wednesday with all three major stock indices surging to records ...,"Wall Street at records ahead of July 4 holiday, European stocks also up The fireworks got started a bit early on Wall Street on Wednesday with all three major stock indices surging to records ...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka in process of rightsizing military; tri forces to be 150,000 by 2030 – State Minister",11/24/2023,Defence,"Despite end of 26-year war, Sri Lanka still allocates higher budget for defence","Sri Lanka in process of rightsizing military; tri forces to be 150,000 by 2030 – State Minister Despite end of 26-year war, Sri Lanka still allocates higher budget for defence",positive,1
Sri Lanka’s CMC switches to vegetables amid looming food crisis,11/22/2022,Agriculture,"Sri Lanka is facing a looming food crisis following chemical fertilizer ban, economic crisis","Sri Lanka’s CMC switches to vegetables amid looming food crisis Sri Lanka is facing a looming food crisis following chemical fertilizer ban, economic crisis",negative,-1
Sri Lanka will ask for vote on upcoming “unfair” UN resolution: foreign minister,9/29/2022,Human Rights,"“It is against our constitution and we have to respond to that.""","Sri Lanka will ask for vote on upcoming “unfair” UN resolution: foreign minister “It is against our constitution and we have to respond to that.""",negative,-1
Sri Lanka finance ministry director held over ‘antique’ ammunition,5/29/2019,Political News,Police have detained for questioning the media director at Sri Lanka's Ministry of Finance Mohamed Hassen over the disco...,Sri Lanka finance ministry director held over ‘antique’ ammunition Police have detained for questioning the media director at Sri Lanka's Ministry of Finance Mohamed Hassen over the disco...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka's Litro Gas acquires 100,000MT of LP gas using World Bank funds",6/30/2022,Consumer Affairs,The prime minister’s office said Thursday June 30 afternoon that the remaining 20 million dollars was from Litro.,"Sri Lanka's Litro Gas acquires 100,000MT of LP gas using World Bank funds The prime minister’s office said Thursday June 30 afternoon that the remaining 20 million dollars was from Litro.",negative,-1
"309 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 6,287",10/23/2020,Health,"Sri Lankan health officials identified 309 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (23), the...","309 new COVID-19 patients in Sri Lanka; total cases rise to 6,287 Sri Lankan health officials identified 309 new COVID-19 patients over a 24-hour period that ended at 6am today (23), the...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka Air Force sets up 24/7 vaccination centre at Colombo int'l airport,1/7/2022,Health,Around 4.2 million have been given the Pfizer jab as a booster dose so far.,Sri Lanka Air Force sets up 24/7 vaccination centre at Colombo int'l airport Around 4.2 million have been given the Pfizer jab as a booster dose so far.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka food festival in 17-year mission to bring Jaffna closer to Colombo,9/5/2019,Culture,A food festival featuring cuisine from Sri Lanka's Jaffna peninsula which was started during Sri Lanka's civil war by Ra...,Sri Lanka food festival in 17-year mission to bring Jaffna closer to Colombo A food festival featuring cuisine from Sri Lanka's Jaffna peninsula which was started during Sri Lanka's civil war by Ra...,positive,1
Sri Lanka finds Indian Coronavirus variant inside quarantine,5/8/2021,Health,A UK variant has triggered a third wave putting pressure on hospitals,Sri Lanka finds Indian Coronavirus variant inside quarantine A UK variant has triggered a third wave putting pressure on hospitals,negative,-1
"China's Sinopec, Singapore-based Vitol vie for Sri Lanka's $4 bln refinery establishment",7/4/2023,Energy,Seven bidders have shown interest in the refinery project,"China's Sinopec, Singapore-based Vitol vie for Sri Lanka's $4 bln refinery establishment Seven bidders have shown interest in the refinery project",positive,1
Sri Lanka ex-deputy central bank Governor C P J Siriwardana passes away,2/26/2021,Culture," Sri Lanka's central bank said C P J Siriwardana, a former Deputy Governor had passed way at the age of 62 on February 2...","Sri Lanka ex-deputy central bank Governor C P J Siriwardana passes away  Sri Lanka's central bank said C P J Siriwardana, a former Deputy Governor had passed way at the age of 62 on February 2...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Colombo Port builds expertise to be key hub backed by US,2/2/2024,Logistics,The program will build human resources as the port aims to double capacity,Sri Lanka's Colombo Port builds expertise to be key hub backed by US The program will build human resources as the port aims to double capacity,positive,1
Sri Lanka Supreme Court to deliver order on dissolution at 4.00pm,12/13/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's Supreme Court will deliver its judgment on the case challenging the dissolution of parliament by President M...,Sri Lanka Supreme Court to deliver order on dissolution at 4.00pm Sri Lanka's Supreme Court will deliver its judgment on the case challenging the dissolution of parliament by President M...,positive,1
Sri Lanka smaller exporters at higher risk from German human rights supply chain law,10/30/2022,Economy,Smaller exporters may find it more difficult to comply with human rights law,Sri Lanka smaller exporters at higher risk from German human rights supply chain law Smaller exporters may find it more difficult to comply with human rights law,negative,-1
Army says no island-wide curfew this weekend as GMOA calls for zonal lockdown,10/23/2020,Health,"No island wide curfew will be imposed this weekend (October 24, 25), Sri Lanka Army spokesman Colonel Vijitha Hettiarach...","Army says no island-wide curfew this weekend as GMOA calls for zonal lockdown No island wide curfew will be imposed this weekend (October 24, 25), Sri Lanka Army spokesman Colonel Vijitha Hettiarach...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka shares gain; turnover hits 10-month low  ,3/21/2022,Stocks & Companies,"The day's turnover was 1.1 billion rupees, its lowest since May 25, last year","Sri Lanka shares gain; turnover hits 10-month low   The day's turnover was 1.1 billion rupees, its lowest since May 25, last year",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka bond yields flat, kerb rate down",8/26/2022,Bonds & Forex,Bond markets see more activity,"Sri Lanka bond yields flat, kerb rate down Bond markets see more activity",negative,-1
Sri Lanka  lockdown style Coronavirus restrictions extended till June 07,5/24/2021,Health,Relaxed on May 31 and June 04 for food and medicine. Vehicles not allowed,Sri Lanka  lockdown style Coronavirus restrictions extended till June 07 Relaxed on May 31 and June 04 for food and medicine. Vehicles not allowed,negative,-1
Sri Lanka allocates Rs910mn for rural development in Matara,1/19/2024,Government services,910 million has been allocated to the Matara District through the budget for rural development programs for 2024,Sri Lanka allocates Rs910mn for rural development in Matara 910 million has been allocated to the Matara District through the budget for rural development programs for 2024,negative,-1
Sri Lanka opposition grateful for president's intervention but questions implications,6/8/2023,Politics,Chief government whip Prasanna Ranatunga claimed that both Premadasa and Kiriella were misrepresenting facts.,Sri Lanka opposition grateful for president's intervention but questions implications Chief government whip Prasanna Ranatunga claimed that both Premadasa and Kiriella were misrepresenting facts.,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka monitoring COVID-19 situation in China, no cause for alarm yet: health ministry",3/21/2022,Health,"""We are always on alert about the global situation and the epidemiology unit will take adequate measures.""","Sri Lanka monitoring COVID-19 situation in China, no cause for alarm yet: health ministry ""We are always on alert about the global situation and the epidemiology unit will take adequate measures.""",positive,1
Sri Lanka electricity provider to introduce payment plans,1/31/2024,Power,The Ceylon Electricity Board will introduce payment plans for new connections and other services,Sri Lanka electricity provider to introduce payment plans The Ceylon Electricity Board will introduce payment plans for new connections and other services,positive,1
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields rise",3/13/2019,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 178.95/05 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields rose in an active market ah...,"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bond yields rise Sri Lanka's rupee opened weaker at 178.95/05 to the US dollar on Wednesday while bond yields rose in an active market ah...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka farmgate fresh milk prices soar as demand outpaces supply,1/27/2020,Agriculture,Sri Lanka's farmgate fresh milk prices have soared around 20 percent in some areas amid tighter supplies and competition...,Sri Lanka farmgate fresh milk prices soar as demand outpaces supply Sri Lanka's farmgate fresh milk prices have soared around 20 percent in some areas amid tighter supplies and competition...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka national inflation eases to 70.6-pct in October 2022 from record high,11/21/2022,Economic Crisis,The Central Bank has expected the inflation to ease from the last month. ,Sri Lanka national inflation eases to 70.6-pct in October 2022 from record high The Central Bank has expected the inflation to ease from the last month. ,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka protectionism to continue, three band tariff for some",11/21/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka will simplify import tariffs of items that are not produced locally but will keep protective tariffs on produc...,"Sri Lanka protectionism to continue, three band tariff for some Sri Lanka will simplify import tariffs of items that are not produced locally but will keep protective tariffs on produc...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka's tuk tuk drivers to be registered, issued QR code",1/17/2024,Employment,A database containing details of tuk tuk (three-wheeler) drivers will be introduced and drivers will be issued a QR code,"Sri Lanka's tuk tuk drivers to be registered, issued QR code A database containing details of tuk tuk (three-wheeler) drivers will be introduced and drivers will be issued a QR code",negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks end 0.19-pct lower,5/19/2021,Markets,"Haycarb Plc, Ceylon Tobacco, and Browns Investments pushed the ASPI down.","Sri Lanka stocks end 0.19-pct lower Haycarb Plc, Ceylon Tobacco, and Browns Investments pushed the ASPI down.",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka, tea, palm oil farms to be hit by fertilizer ban: Fitch",7/25/2021,Business,Tea production could sharply fall if fertilizer supplies reduce,"Sri Lanka, tea, palm oil farms to be hit by fertilizer ban: Fitch Tea production could sharply fall if fertilizer supplies reduce",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas losses deepen from price controls, rupee depreciation",11/19/2018,Markets,ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's listed Laugfs Gas Plc said it made a loss of 311.9 million rupees in the September 2018 quarte...,"Sri Lanka's Laugfs Gas losses deepen from price controls, rupee depreciation ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's listed Laugfs Gas Plc said it made a loss of 311.9 million rupees in the September 2018 quarte...",negative,-1
Anti-Coronavirus arrival ban at Sri Lanka airports extended to March 31,3/23/2020,Aviation,Sri Lanka has extended an arrival ban at international airports till March 31 as part of measures to contain an outbreak...,Anti-Coronavirus arrival ban at Sri Lanka airports extended to March 31 Sri Lanka has extended an arrival ban at international airports till March 31 as part of measures to contain an outbreak...,negative,-1
Elderly skeletal elephant spared Sri Lanka parade,8/15/2019,Offbeat,A skeletal 70-year-old elephant has been withdrawn from a high-profile annual Buddhist pageant in Sri Lanka following a ...,Elderly skeletal elephant spared Sri Lanka parade A skeletal 70-year-old elephant has been withdrawn from a high-profile annual Buddhist pageant in Sri Lanka following a ...,negative,-1
Gotabaya Rajapaksa has been strengthened and now he has to deal with multiple crises,8/9/2020,Defence,The result of the election has shown that the people have heeded President Rajapaksa’s call and strengthened his hand ...,Gotabaya Rajapaksa has been strengthened and now he has to deal with multiple crises The result of the election has shown that the people have heeded President Rajapaksa’s call and strengthened his hand ...,positive,1
Sri Lanka petroleum utility allowed to buy foreign exchange from market,2/16/2021,Bonds & Forex, Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation would be allowed to buy foreign exchange directly from the entire fo...,Sri Lanka petroleum utility allowed to buy foreign exchange from market  Sri Lanka's state-run Ceylon Petroleum Corporation would be allowed to buy foreign exchange directly from the entire fo...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka DG Commerce competent authority for anti-dumping duties,12/28/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka is to appoint the Director General of Commerce as Competent Authority for actions under an anti-dumping and sa...,Sri Lanka DG Commerce competent authority for anti-dumping duties Sri Lanka is to appoint the Director General of Commerce as Competent Authority for actions under an anti-dumping and sa...,positive,1
Sri Lanka rupee trading at 313.00/40 to the US dollar,2/6/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was trading at 313.00/40 to the US dollar Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee trading at 313.00/40 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee was trading at 313.00/40 to the US dollar Tuesday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka tea firms lose 40-pct output, working with tight Covid-19 rules",4/17/2020,Business,Sri Lanka commercial tea plantations which have thousands of workers per farm said they were operating with tight health...,"Sri Lanka tea firms lose 40-pct output, working with tight Covid-19 rules Sri Lanka commercial tea plantations which have thousands of workers per farm said they were operating with tight health...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka Access Engineering net up 116.5-pct in December,2/8/2019,Markets,Sri Lankan construction firm Access Engineering Plc's net profits for the December 2018 quarter grew 116.5 percent to 65...,Sri Lanka Access Engineering net up 116.5-pct in December Sri Lankan construction firm Access Engineering Plc's net profits for the December 2018 quarter grew 116.5 percent to 65...,positive,1
Sri Lanka chamber suggests French alternative to scrapping SVAT,9/11/2023,Business,Sri Lanka is scrapping SVAT as part of streamlining the VAT system under an International Monetary Fund backed program.,Sri Lanka chamber suggests French alternative to scrapping SVAT Sri Lanka is scrapping SVAT as part of streamlining the VAT system under an International Monetary Fund backed program.,negative,-1
Vaiko sentenced to year in jail for pro-LTTE comments,7/5/2019,Uncategorized,"Veteran Tamil Nadu politician V.  Gopalaswamy, popularly known as Vaiko, was sentenced to a year in jail by a special co...","Vaiko sentenced to year in jail for pro-LTTE comments Veteran Tamil Nadu politician V.  Gopalaswamy, popularly known as Vaiko, was sentenced to a year in jail by a special co...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka govt extends military benefits for CDF ahead of polls   ,5/15/2024,Defence,"President Wickremesinghe, also the defence minister, is expected to contest in the presidency later 2024","Sri Lanka govt extends military benefits for CDF ahead of polls    President Wickremesinghe, also the defence minister, is expected to contest in the presidency later 2024",positive,1
Sri Lanka trying to re-finance billion dollar CPC 'Nick Leeson' loan from state banks: report,6/20/2021,Economy,"Bank loans and suppliers credits were a total of 3,355 million US dollars or 635 billion rupees","Sri Lanka trying to re-finance billion dollar CPC 'Nick Leeson' loan from state banks: report Bank loans and suppliers credits were a total of 3,355 million US dollars or 635 billion rupees",negative,-1
Prime lending rate in Sri Lanka drops 38-bp in a week,6/10/2019,Banking,"Sri Lanka's average prime lending rate has dropped 38 basis points in the week to June 07, the central bank data showed,...","Prime lending rate in Sri Lanka drops 38-bp in a week Sri Lanka's average prime lending rate has dropped 38 basis points in the week to June 07, the central bank data showed,...",negative,-1
Asian markets rally on growing trade deal hopes,2/18/2019,International news,Asian markets rallied with oil and high-yielding currencies Monday as investors grow increasingly confident that China a...,Asian markets rally on growing trade deal hopes Asian markets rallied with oil and high-yielding currencies Monday as investors grow increasingly confident that China a...,positive,1
Sri Lanka's Sapugaskanda oil refinery to run for 40-days with two oil shipments,8/21/2022,Energy,"A second ship carrying 120,000mt crude oil is expected on the following week.","Sri Lanka's Sapugaskanda oil refinery to run for 40-days with two oil shipments A second ship carrying 120,000mt crude oil is expected on the following week.",negative,-1
Co-operation with Sri Lanka diaspora in Italy can bring benefits: Envoy,1/13/2019,Economy,"Co-operation with an expanding Sri Lanka diaspora in Italy can bring benefits, newly appointed Italian envoy to Colombo ...","Co-operation with Sri Lanka diaspora in Italy can bring benefits: Envoy Co-operation with an expanding Sri Lanka diaspora in Italy can bring benefits, newly appointed Italian envoy to Colombo ...",positive,1
Govt has not controlled the Rice Mafia - UNP,1/24/2020,Uncategorized,The United National Party (UNP) today (24) blamed the Government for failing to control the rice mafia in the country.,Govt has not controlled the Rice Mafia - UNP The United National Party (UNP) today (24) blamed the Government for failing to control the rice mafia in the country.,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's commercial capital Colombo sees steep increase in Covid 19 patients,10/29/2020,Health,Sri Lanka’s Commercial capital the city of Colombo has seen a big jump in Covid cases and the Municipal Health Service...,Sri Lanka's commercial capital Colombo sees steep increase in Covid 19 patients Sri Lanka’s Commercial capital the city of Colombo has seen a big jump in Covid cases and the Municipal Health Service...,positive,1
Government MPs want Riyaj Bathiudeen re-arrested over Easter Bombings,10/10/2020,Constitutional Amendments,More than two-thirds of the country’s governing party Parliamentary Group has signed a letter addressed to the Preside...,Government MPs want Riyaj Bathiudeen re-arrested over Easter Bombings More than two-thirds of the country’s governing party Parliamentary Group has signed a letter addressed to the Preside...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka appoints nine new cabinet ministers,5/20/2022,Political News,Two from Samagi Jana Balawegaya,Sri Lanka appoints nine new cabinet ministers Two from Samagi Jana Balawegaya,positive,1
"Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's 2023 budget aims to target subsidies, private-sector driven economy ",11/14/2022,Economic Crisis,"Wickremesinghe delivers crucial budget amid economic crisis, sovereign default, geopolitical cold war  ","Crisis-hit Sri Lanka's 2023 budget aims to target subsidies, private-sector driven economy  Wickremesinghe delivers crucial budget amid economic crisis, sovereign default, geopolitical cold war  ",positive,1
"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, bond yields ease",2/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.80/85 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields eas...,"Sri Lanka rupee quoted weaker, bond yields ease Sri Lanka’s rupee was quoted weaker at 181.80/85 to the US dollar in the spot market on Thursday while bond yields eas...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka gold sales to boost liquid assets: Central Bank,1/11/2022,Economy,Gold reserves are 5.6 percent of total reserves,Sri Lanka gold sales to boost liquid assets: Central Bank Gold reserves are 5.6 percent of total reserves,positive,1
Commercial Bank of Ceylon 'AA(lka)' Sri Lanka rating confirmed by Fitch,9/11/2019,Banking,"Commercial Bank of Ceylon's 'AA(lka)' rating has been confirmed with a stable outlook, Fitch Rating said, though tough o...","Commercial Bank of Ceylon 'AA(lka)' Sri Lanka rating confirmed by Fitch Commercial Bank of Ceylon's 'AA(lka)' rating has been confirmed with a stable outlook, Fitch Rating said, though tough o...",positive,1
Church calls for calm after Sri Lanka clashes,5/6/2019,Political News,The head of Sri Lanka's Catholic Church appealed for calm on Monday after sporadic violence between Christian and Muslim...,Church calls for calm after Sri Lanka clashes The head of Sri Lanka's Catholic Church appealed for calm on Monday after sporadic violence between Christian and Muslim...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Jaffna is not the south of a third country: China envoy,1/12/2022,Political News,The visit created controvery,Sri Lanka's Jaffna is not the south of a third country: China envoy The visit created controvery,negative,-1
Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 8-pct in new year,1/7/2024,Agriculture,"Coconut shells were listed at 26,000 to 28,000 rupees a tonne","Sri Lanka coconut auction prices down 8-pct in new year Coconut shells were listed at 26,000 to 28,000 rupees a tonne",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka's problem linked to insolvency, not liquidity: Harsha",3/9/2021,Economy,Sri Lanka's external problem is linked to medium and long term solvency requiring debt restructuring and is not a short ...,"Sri Lanka's problem linked to insolvency, not liquidity: Harsha Sri Lanka's external problem is linked to medium and long term solvency requiring debt restructuring and is not a short ...",positive,1
Sri Lanka Muslim women uncover out of fear,5/1/2019,Political News,Religious tensions and a government ban on covering the face since the Easter Sunday suicide attacks have forced conserv...,Sri Lanka Muslim women uncover out of fear Religious tensions and a government ban on covering the face since the Easter Sunday suicide attacks have forced conserv...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka president has powers to spend, fund Coronavirus fight: PM",3/23/2020,Economy,Sri Lanka's President has constitutional powers to allocate funds for government activities as well as the fight against...,"Sri Lanka president has powers to spend, fund Coronavirus fight: PM Sri Lanka's President has constitutional powers to allocate funds for government activities as well as the fight against...",positive,1
Sri Lankans trapped in Myanmar forced labour cyberscam come home,4/18/2024,Employment,Eight Sri Lankans trafficked for forced criminal activities in cyber scamming compounds in Myanmar returned to Sri Lanka,Sri Lankans trapped in Myanmar forced labour cyberscam come home Eight Sri Lankans trafficked for forced criminal activities in cyber scamming compounds in Myanmar returned to Sri Lanka,negative,-1
Sri Lanka cuts policy rates 50bp to boost credit,1/30/2020,Uncategorized,"Sri Lanka's central bank has cut policy rate 50 basis points, to lower market interest rates and boost credit amid an up...","Sri Lanka cuts policy rates 50bp to boost credit Sri Lanka's central bank has cut policy rate 50 basis points, to lower market interest rates and boost credit amid an up...",positive,1
Sri Lanka state credit overtakes private sector in latest currency crisis: analysis,2/13/2023,Economy,The state of state and SOE credit rises to 123 percent of private credit from around 25 percent two decades,Sri Lanka state credit overtakes private sector in latest currency crisis: analysis The state of state and SOE credit rises to 123 percent of private credit from around 25 percent two decades,negative,-1
Sri Lanka private credit down in Jan 2024,3/18/2024,Economy,Central bank credit also down,Sri Lanka private credit down in Jan 2024 Central bank credit also down,negative,-1
Sri Lanka govt agree to pay teacher unions' pay hike in one go: TU leader,11/10/2021,Education,"A decision on strikes and other trade union actions will be reached on Thursday, said Staln.","Sri Lanka govt agree to pay teacher unions' pay hike in one go: TU leader A decision on strikes and other trade union actions will be reached on Thursday, said Staln.",negative,-1
"China-run Hambantota Port in Sri Lanka setting up warehouses, distribution centres",3/4/2020,Logistics,"Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port, operated by China's CM Ports group is setting up warehouses and distribution centres to str...","China-run Hambantota Port in Sri Lanka setting up warehouses, distribution centres Sri Lanka's Hambantota Port, operated by China's CM Ports group is setting up warehouses and distribution centres to str...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka bank credit jump Rs1.2trn in March in soft-peg collapse,5/16/2022,Banking,"Stability of foreign exchange rates was in their eyes a mischief, not a blessing","Sri Lanka bank credit jump Rs1.2trn in March in soft-peg collapse Stability of foreign exchange rates was in their eyes a mischief, not a blessing",negative,-1
Sri Lanka to buy cranes for Colombo Port East Terminal,7/24/2019,Logistics,Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of ministers this week approved buying cranes for a new state-owned container terminal in Col...,Sri Lanka to buy cranes for Colombo Port East Terminal Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of ministers this week approved buying cranes for a new state-owned container terminal in Col...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka energy minister blames fuel shortages on past decisions,3/28/2022,Energy,"""The fuel issue is being addressed now. We believe that in the coming days the over-consumption will end,"" he added.","Sri Lanka energy minister blames fuel shortages on past decisions ""The fuel issue is being addressed now. We believe that in the coming days the over-consumption will end,"" he added.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka planet savers stop X-Press Pearl plastic pollution defying Coronavirus,5/26/2021,Health,Virgin polyethene granules are worth about 1000 US dollar a tonne.,Sri Lanka planet savers stop X-Press Pearl plastic pollution defying Coronavirus Virgin polyethene granules are worth about 1000 US dollar a tonne.,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka records sixth Coronavirus death, 38 recover",4/7/2020,Health,"Sri Lanka has seen the sixth Coronavirus death on April 07, the government information office said as 38 recovered, and ...","Sri Lanka records sixth Coronavirus death, 38 recover Sri Lanka has seen the sixth Coronavirus death on April 07, the government information office said as 38 recovered, and ...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka will not include EPF, pension funds in super gains tax: Minister",2/15/2022,Economy,The Finance Minister informed that the EPF and ETF will not be included in the 25 percent tax,"Sri Lanka will not include EPF, pension funds in super gains tax: Minister The Finance Minister informed that the EPF and ETF will not be included in the 25 percent tax",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka to experience power cuts for three more years, warns CEB engineers union",6/15/2022,Energy,"The present demand is around 2,800 mega watts (MW) per day.","Sri Lanka to experience power cuts for three more years, warns CEB engineers union The present demand is around 2,800 mega watts (MW) per day.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka might look into water tariff reduction “very soon”: Minister,5/13/2024,Government services,"Government raised water tariff between 30-50% in 2023,","Sri Lanka might look into water tariff reduction “very soon”: Minister Government raised water tariff between 30-50% in 2023,",negative,-1
SriLankan Airlines to get US$150mn cash injection in 2020: PM,11/12/2020,Aviation,State-run SriLankan Airlines would get a 150 million dollar cash injection in 2020 which would be part of a 500 million ...,SriLankan Airlines to get US$150mn cash injection in 2020: PM State-run SriLankan Airlines would get a 150 million dollar cash injection in 2020 which would be part of a 500 million ...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka seeks interest for two 100MW floating solar plants,11/5/2023,Energy,The CEB is offering the surface of Samanalawewa Reservoir which it owns for the plants,Sri Lanka seeks interest for two 100MW floating solar plants The CEB is offering the surface of Samanalawewa Reservoir which it owns for the plants,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka President discusses debt restructure, program progress with IMF",6/1/2023,Economy,"Sri Lanka President discusses debt restructure, program progress with IMF ","Sri Lanka President discusses debt restructure, program progress with IMF Sri Lanka President discusses debt restructure, program progress with IMF ",positive,1
"Sri Lanka bond yields ease, rupee flat",12/1/2022,Bonds & Forex,The Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was flat at 363.19 rupees,"Sri Lanka bond yields ease, rupee flat The Central Bank’s guidance peg for interbank transactions was flat at 363.19 rupees",negative,-1
"Asia virus: Sri Lanka soldiers isolated, Vietnam relaxes; China to give WHO more money",4/24/2020,International news,China announced it will give another $30 million to the World Health Organization to help in the global fight against th...,"Asia virus: Sri Lanka soldiers isolated, Vietnam relaxes; China to give WHO more money China announced it will give another $30 million to the World Health Organization to help in the global fight against th...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka bond yields close flat,1/13/2022,Markets,Moderate activity,Sri Lanka bond yields close flat Moderate activity,negative,-1
Sri Lanka speaker replies President,11/15/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's Speaker Karu Jayasuriya replying to a letter sent overnight had said he was acting impartially and the major...,Sri Lanka speaker replies President Sri Lanka's Speaker Karu Jayasuriya replying to a letter sent overnight had said he was acting impartially and the major...,negative,-1
Burka ban: No decision yet says Keheliya,3/16/2021,Human Rights,"Discussions are still underway about the decision to ban the wearing of the Burka and the Niqab in Sri Lanka, said Minis...","Burka ban: No decision yet says Keheliya Discussions are still underway about the decision to ban the wearing of the Burka and the Niqab in Sri Lanka, said Minis...",negative,-1
"State-sector women may wear saree, osari or other ""appropriate"" garment",6/26/2019,Women's Rights,An amendment to the 29 May circular on dress code for government employees states that women at the workplace may wear a...,"State-sector women may wear saree, osari or other ""appropriate"" garment An amendment to the 29 May circular on dress code for government employees states that women at the workplace may wear a...",negative,-1
Constitutional Crisis looms as poll date goes beyond three months of dissolution,4/23/2020,Defence,Constitutional experts are saying that because the President is accountable to Parliament it is vital that the House be ...,Constitutional Crisis looms as poll date goes beyond three months of dissolution Constitutional experts are saying that because the President is accountable to Parliament it is vital that the House be ...,negative,-1
Fall armyworm invades vegetable farms in Sri Lanka's Matale district: report,1/23/2019,Agriculture,"Vegetable farms in Matale district in central Sri Lanka are being invaded by the fall armyworm, a media report said afte...","Fall armyworm invades vegetable farms in Sri Lanka's Matale district: report Vegetable farms in Matale district in central Sri Lanka are being invaded by the fall armyworm, a media report said afte...",negative,-1
Canada committed to building future free of hate: Justin Trudeau on Sri Lanka Black July,7/24/2023,Human Rights,Truedeau said Canada will never stop standing up for human rights.,Canada committed to building future free of hate: Justin Trudeau on Sri Lanka Black July Truedeau said Canada will never stop standing up for human rights.,positive,1
Sri Lanka university gets Covid-19 antibody testing kits,8/25/2020,Health,"Charities World Vision and Citi Foundation said they had given 1,100 Covid-19 ant-body testing kits to Sri Lanka's Sri J...","Sri Lanka university gets Covid-19 antibody testing kits Charities World Vision and Citi Foundation said they had given 1,100 Covid-19 ant-body testing kits to Sri Lanka's Sri J...",negative,-1
Final Presidential slate uncertain as another candidate enters the fray,8/18/2019,Uncategorized,"There is still uncertainty as to who the final candidates will be in the forthcoming Presidential Elections, although on...","Final Presidential slate uncertain as another candidate enters the fray There is still uncertainty as to who the final candidates will be in the forthcoming Presidential Elections, although on...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka COVID-19 situation manageable for now, but caution advised: health official",11/3/2021,Health,"""The plan is to control the spread no matter what the variant. I think we have been successful in that.""","Sri Lanka COVID-19 situation manageable for now, but caution advised: health official ""The plan is to control the spread no matter what the variant. I think we have been successful in that.""",negative,-1
Sri Lanka President's address to the nation- Full text,2/4/2023,Political News,Promises maximum devolution in unitary state,Sri Lanka President's address to the nation- Full text Promises maximum devolution in unitary state,positive,1
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields higher at close",2/12/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee ended weaker at 178.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bonds yields were high...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker, bond yields higher at close Sri Lanka's rupee ended weaker at 178.30/40 to the US dollar in the spot market on Tuesday, while bonds yields were high...",negative,-1
Zahran Hashim: radical Islamist linked to Sri Lanka blasts,4/24/2019,Defence,"For years, Sri Lanka's Muslim community warned authorities about a firebrand cleric. Now it seems Zahran Hashim may have...","Zahran Hashim: radical Islamist linked to Sri Lanka blasts For years, Sri Lanka's Muslim community warned authorities about a firebrand cleric. Now it seems Zahran Hashim may have...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka president will absolutely not resign, says chief govt whip as calls for resignation mount",4/6/2022,Politics,"""As a government, we declare that the president will absolutely not resign. We will face this.”","Sri Lanka president will absolutely not resign, says chief govt whip as calls for resignation mount ""As a government, we declare that the president will absolutely not resign. We will face this.”",positive,1
Sri Lanka follows Argentina into 'precios cuidados' as rice prices soar amid money printing,7/31/2021,Economy,Minister promises 50 to 75 rupee fall in prices in a week,Sri Lanka follows Argentina into 'precios cuidados' as rice prices soar amid money printing Minister promises 50 to 75 rupee fall in prices in a week,negative,-1
SriLankan Airlines probe running out of time; no response from President,11/26/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's Presidential Secretariat has not responded to repeated requests from a Commission of Inquiry probing irregul...,SriLankan Airlines probe running out of time; no response from President Sri Lanka's Presidential Secretariat has not responded to repeated requests from a Commission of Inquiry probing irregul...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka’s ex-navy chief Karannagoda faces arrest for murder,2/23/2019,Legal,"Former navy chief, Wasantha Karannagoda, has been accused of conspiracy to murder and made a suspect in the internationa...","Sri Lanka’s ex-navy chief Karannagoda faces arrest for murder Former navy chief, Wasantha Karannagoda, has been accused of conspiracy to murder and made a suspect in the internationa...",negative,-1
Human Rights Watch issues a warning about Sri Lanka,1/16/2020,Human Rights,Respect for fundamental human rights in Sri Lanka is in serious jeopardy following the election of Gotabaya Rajapaksa as...,Human Rights Watch issues a warning about Sri Lanka Respect for fundamental human rights in Sri Lanka is in serious jeopardy following the election of Gotabaya Rajapaksa as...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka Human Rights Commission questions timing of online safety bill,10/2/2023,Free Speech,"""Institutional capacity for interpreting and applying existing laws in good faith should precede any new legislation.""","Sri Lanka Human Rights Commission questions timing of online safety bill ""Institutional capacity for interpreting and applying existing laws in good faith should precede any new legislation.""",negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 325.40/60 to US dollar,10/19/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed down at 325.40/60 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields were down, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes weaker at 325.40/60 to US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed down at 325.40/60 to the US dollar on Thursday, while bond yields were down, dealers said.",negative,-1
Japan gives US$6.6mn in food grants after monetary instability,3/10/2023,Economy,This support is being used to provide essential food and nutrition to communities across the nation,Japan gives US$6.6mn in food grants after monetary instability This support is being used to provide essential food and nutrition to communities across the nation,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka’s stocks close down on Tuesday, amid uncertainty",10/3/2023,Commodities,The ASPI fell to a 2-month low today,"Sri Lanka’s stocks close down on Tuesday, amid uncertainty The ASPI fell to a 2-month low today",negative,-1
Sri Lanka’s 2021 IPOs up 46 pct; Chrissworld outperforms,1/24/2022,Markets,The CSE saw 1.16 billion new shares listed through IPOs in 2021,Sri Lanka’s 2021 IPOs up 46 pct; Chrissworld outperforms The CSE saw 1.16 billion new shares listed through IPOs in 2021,negative,-1
"India begins construction of 1,300 houses for Sri Lanka plantation workers",2/19/2024,Construction and Real Estate,"Housing project financed by the Government of India to construct 10,000 houses for plantation sector workers.","India begins construction of 1,300 houses for Sri Lanka plantation workers Housing project financed by the Government of India to construct 10,000 houses for plantation sector workers.",positive,1
Australia higher education promotion draws Sri Lanka students,9/20/2023,Education,An impressive number of students expressed their eagerness to select Australia as their preferred location ,Australia higher education promotion draws Sri Lanka students An impressive number of students expressed their eagerness to select Australia as their preferred location ,positive,1
Access Motors expects Jaguar Land Rover sales in Sri Lanka to rebound in 2020,10/3/2019,Fiscal,"Access Motors, formerly SML Frontier Automotives, expects to boost revenues in 2020, with a strong recovery in Land Rove...","Access Motors expects Jaguar Land Rover sales in Sri Lanka to rebound in 2020 Access Motors, formerly SML Frontier Automotives, expects to boost revenues in 2020, with a strong recovery in Land Rove...",positive,1
Poson to be celebrated in all corners of the country-PM,6/5/2019,Uncategorized,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said that all arrangements have been made to celebrate the Poson festival ,Poson to be celebrated in all corners of the country-PM Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said that all arrangements have been made to celebrate the Poson festival ,positive,1
Sri Lanka schedules up to 5 hours of power cuts on March 28,3/28/2022,Energy,Power demand up as price increase delayed,Sri Lanka schedules up to 5 hours of power cuts on March 28 Power demand up as price increase delayed,negative,-1
Asian markets mostly up after positive China data,4/17/2019,International news,Asian markets mostly rose Wednesday as data showed China's economy grew more than expected in the first three months of ...,Asian markets mostly up after positive China data Asian markets mostly rose Wednesday as data showed China's economy grew more than expected in the first three months of ...,positive,1
Sri Lanka Ceylon Tea prices down at weekly auction,5/29/2023,Tea,The weekly sale average fell by 86.93 rupees to 980.64 rupees from 1067.57 rupees,Sri Lanka Ceylon Tea prices down at weekly auction The weekly sale average fell by 86.93 rupees to 980.64 rupees from 1067.57 rupees,negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Hatch to launch US$3-5mn fund for startups to find early clients,12/6/2019,Business,"Hatch, a Sri Lankan co-working space, will launch a 3-5 million US dollar fund named MESH to help startups find their ea...","Sri Lanka's Hatch to launch US$3-5mn fund for startups to find early clients Hatch, a Sri Lankan co-working space, will launch a 3-5 million US dollar fund named MESH to help startups find their ea...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka rupee weaker, stocks fall 0.39-pct",2/15/2019,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee closed slighly weaker at 178.70/80 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields we...","Sri Lanka rupee weaker, stocks fall 0.39-pct Sri Lanka's rupee closed slighly weaker at 178.70/80 to the US dollar in the spot market on Friday, while bond yields we...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka’s rupee opens at 327.30/60 to the US dollar, bond yields up",10/25/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 327.30/60 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. ","Sri Lanka’s rupee opens at 327.30/60 to the US dollar, bond yields up Sri Lanka’s rupee opened at 327.30/60 to the US dollar on Wednesday, dealers said. ",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka warned of floods, rough seas if heavy rains continue",9/5/2022,Weather and Climate,The general public has been advised to be vigilant.,"Sri Lanka warned of floods, rough seas if heavy rains continue The general public has been advised to be vigilant.",negative,-1
'Where is God?': Sri Lankans stunned after deadly blasts,4/22/2019,Defence,"Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | Monday - As Shantha Prasad carried children wounded in Sri Lanka's deadly attacks into a Colo...","'Where is God?': Sri Lankans stunned after deadly blasts Colombo, Sri Lanka | AFP | Monday - As Shantha Prasad carried children wounded in Sri Lanka's deadly attacks into a Colo...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bonds yields slightly higher",11/26/2018,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at around 180.20/180.40 levels to the US dollar in the spot market, weaker from Friday, whi...","Sri Lanka rupee opens weaker, bonds yields slightly higher Sri Lanka's rupee was quoted at around 180.20/180.40 levels to the US dollar in the spot market, weaker from Friday, whi...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka says, secured 550 USA jobs",1/5/2023,Economy,"Jobs for 250 registered nurses, 100 laboratory technicians and 200 nursing assistants.","Sri Lanka says, secured 550 USA jobs Jobs for 250 registered nurses, 100 laboratory technicians and 200 nursing assistants.",positive,1
"Sri Lanka's SJB opposes sale of strategic SOEs, wants competition",5/9/2023,Economy,"“Our foremost objective is to provide the best service at the lowest price to the consumer,"" the MP said.","Sri Lanka's SJB opposes sale of strategic SOEs, wants competition “Our foremost objective is to provide the best service at the lowest price to the consumer,"" the MP said.",positive,1
Sri Lanka tea production down 10-pct in Sept 2023,10/19/2023,Agriculture,Adverse weather and low fertilizer application by smallholders were contributing to the fall,Sri Lanka tea production down 10-pct in Sept 2023 Adverse weather and low fertilizer application by smallholders were contributing to the fall,negative,-1
"JVP blames successive govt for Sri Lanka's woes, leaves out own contributions",8/28/2023,Politics,"“One of the two camps will have to be chosen,"" he said.","JVP blames successive govt for Sri Lanka's woes, leaves out own contributions “One of the two camps will have to be chosen,"" he said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka national inflation slows to 2.1-pct in June,7/22/2019,Economy,"ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's nationwide inflation slowed down to 2.1 percent in June 2019 from 3.5 percent in May 2019, the...","Sri Lanka national inflation slows to 2.1-pct in June ECONOMYNEXT - Sri Lanka's nationwide inflation slowed down to 2.1 percent in June 2019 from 3.5 percent in May 2019, the...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka stocks end higher,11/25/2020,Markets,"Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.89 percent at Wednesday’s closing on index heavy John Keells Holdings, Melstacorp Plc and Co...","Sri Lanka stocks end higher Sri Lanka stocks gained 0.89 percent at Wednesday’s closing on index heavy John Keells Holdings, Melstacorp Plc and Co...",negative,-1
SriLankan Airlines staff in national mission for Sri Lanka braving Coronavirus face discrimination,3/24/2020,Aviation,Staff of SriLankan Airlines who are flying aircraft braving a global Coronavirus epidemic keeping Sri Lanka connecting t...,SriLankan Airlines staff in national mission for Sri Lanka braving Coronavirus face discrimination Staff of SriLankan Airlines who are flying aircraft braving a global Coronavirus epidemic keeping Sri Lanka connecting t...,positive,1
Sri Lanka railways in losses despite fare hike,9/30/2022,Ground,In 2021 Sri Lanka Railways lost Rs10.3bn rupees,Sri Lanka railways in losses despite fare hike In 2021 Sri Lanka Railways lost Rs10.3bn rupees,negative,-1
Sri Lanka court blocks Rajapaksa from acting as PM,12/3/2018,Political News,Sri Lanka's Court of Appeal has restrained disputed Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and cabinet from acting in office s...,Sri Lanka court blocks Rajapaksa from acting as PM Sri Lanka's Court of Appeal has restrained disputed Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and cabinet from acting in office s...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka sugar scam saga: questionable tax changes not new, no revenue 'loss': Finance Ministry",3/13/2021,Economy,"Sudden tax changes that gave large profits to a few traders was not limited to the current administration, but had taken...","Sri Lanka sugar scam saga: questionable tax changes not new, no revenue 'loss': Finance Ministry Sudden tax changes that gave large profits to a few traders was not limited to the current administration, but had taken...",negative,-1
"Sri Lankan children 12-14 with congenital disorders, all kids 15-19 to get Pfizer jab",9/17/2021,Health,The decision was reached at a COVID-19 task force meeting chaired by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa Friday (17) morning.,"Sri Lankan children 12-14 with congenital disorders, all kids 15-19 to get Pfizer jab The decision was reached at a COVID-19 task force meeting chaired by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa Friday (17) morning.",negative,-1
SriLankan Airlines explains high costs of running Coronavirus rescue flights,4/26/2020,Aviation,SriLankan Airlines says the cost of running a special flight is extremely high as the aircraft is running empty in one d...,SriLankan Airlines explains high costs of running Coronavirus rescue flights SriLankan Airlines says the cost of running a special flight is extremely high as the aircraft is running empty in one d...,negative,-1
Sumathipala can be tried in court based on ICC anti-corruption report - Harin,1/7/2020,Corruption,"MP Thilanga Sumpathipala can be tired in court based on the ICC's findings against him, Former Sports Minister Harin Fer...","Sumathipala can be tried in court based on ICC anti-corruption report - Harin MP Thilanga Sumpathipala can be tired in court based on the ICC's findings against him, Former Sports Minister Harin Fer...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka stocks retreat 0.13-pct, selling on JKH",4/11/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.13 percent lower on Thursday, continuing a 5-day retreat, with selling on  index-heavy John ...","Sri Lanka stocks retreat 0.13-pct, selling on JKH Sri Lanka's stocks closed 0.13 percent lower on Thursday, continuing a 5-day retreat, with selling on  index-heavy John ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka awaits nod for delayed tourism zones,2/7/2019,Business,"Sri Lanka is keeping its hopes alive to create tourism zones in Dedduwa, Kuchchaveli and Kalpitiya, with final discussio...","Sri Lanka awaits nod for delayed tourism zones Sri Lanka is keeping its hopes alive to create tourism zones in Dedduwa, Kuchchaveli and Kalpitiya, with final discussio...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka stocks open up in morning trade, before reverting to negative",10/10/2023,Commodities,"But market reverted to negative in mid-day trading with sizable selling pressure, an analyst said.","Sri Lanka stocks open up in morning trade, before reverting to negative But market reverted to negative in mid-day trading with sizable selling pressure, an analyst said.",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka stocks close down, turnover stays above 1bn",3/25/2024,Stocks & Companies,Turnover was at 1.2 billion. ,"Sri Lanka stocks close down, turnover stays above 1bn Turnover was at 1.2 billion. ",negative,-1
IS claims responsibility for Easter Sunday Massacre,4/23/2019,Uncategorized,The Islamic State is claiming that its organisation carried out the Easter Sunday attacks,IS claims responsibility for Easter Sunday Massacre The Islamic State is claiming that its organisation carried out the Easter Sunday attacks,negative,-1
"Foreigners extend Sri Lanka rupee bond sales amid rate cut, Coronavirus",3/2/2020,Bonds & Forex,"Foreign investors continued to sell rupee bonds in February 2020, after a rate cut in January, with one of the steepest ...","Foreigners extend Sri Lanka rupee bond sales amid rate cut, Coronavirus Foreign investors continued to sell rupee bonds in February 2020, after a rate cut in January, with one of the steepest ...",negative,-1
Islamophobia in Sri Lanka: Muslim women pushed to the margins,12/6/2019,Easter Sunday attacks,Muslim women  became victims of the Islamophobia that swept the country after Muslim extremists launched suicide bomb at...,Islamophobia in Sri Lanka: Muslim women pushed to the margins Muslim women  became victims of the Islamophobia that swept the country after Muslim extremists launched suicide bomb at...,negative,-1
Sri Lankan novelist's 'A Passage North' shortlisted for 2021 Booker Prize,9/15/2021,Arts and Culture,The book was previously long listed for the same prize.,Sri Lankan novelist's 'A Passage North' shortlisted for 2021 Booker Prize The book was previously long listed for the same prize.,negative,-1
Educationalists must make education policy – President,4/12/2019,Education,"Scholars should take the decisions regarding country’s education and not politicians, President Maithripala Sirisena s...","Educationalists must make education policy – President Scholars should take the decisions regarding country’s education and not politicians, President Maithripala Sirisena s...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka removes licenses on 369 imports, open account allowed till June 07",6/1/2022,Economy,Finance Ministry asks not to import excessively,"Sri Lanka removes licenses on 369 imports, open account allowed till June 07 Finance Ministry asks not to import excessively",negative,-1
Sri Lanka has US$3.5bn in external debt to repay in 2021; ISB partially owned by residents,3/8/2021,Economy,"Sri Lanka has about US$3.5 billion US dollars of foreign currency denominated debt to repay from March to December 2021,...","Sri Lanka has US$3.5bn in external debt to repay in 2021; ISB partially owned by residents Sri Lanka has about US$3.5 billion US dollars of foreign currency denominated debt to repay from March to December 2021,...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka stocks fall 0.21-pct, selling on Dialog, Distilleries",4/9/2019,Markets,"Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange fell 0.21 percent on Tuesday, with selling on Dialog Axiata stock, provisional data s...","Sri Lanka stocks fall 0.21-pct, selling on Dialog, Distilleries Sri Lanka's Colombo Stock Exchange fell 0.21 percent on Tuesday, with selling on Dialog Axiata stock, provisional data s...",negative,-1
"No mea culpa, but Sri Lanka PM calls for self-reflection at ruling party convention",11/3/2021,Politics,"“We need to understand that the people who voted for us are in a very difficult state,"" he said.","No mea culpa, but Sri Lanka PM calls for self-reflection at ruling party convention “We need to understand that the people who voted for us are in a very difficult state,"" he said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka hikes excise duty on alcohol by 20-pct,1/3/2023,Business,.,Sri Lanka hikes excise duty on alcohol by 20-pct .,negative,-1
Sri Lanka bond activity weak,11/1/2022,Bonds & Forex,T-bills flat,Sri Lanka bond activity weak T-bills flat,negative,-1
Sri Lanka President assures solution to Aswesuma issue in one week: MP,6/29/2023,Economy,"“The president said he has come to understand some of the facts [pertaining to the issue],” said Sumithraarachchi.","Sri Lanka President assures solution to Aswesuma issue in one week: MP “The president said he has come to understand some of the facts [pertaining to the issue],” said Sumithraarachchi.",positive,1
Sri Lanka banks overcharging poor farmers for credit checks,1/11/2019,Banking,ECONOMYNEXT- Some Sri Lankan banks have been found overcharging rural farmers for Credit Information Bureau (CRIB) check...,Sri Lanka banks overcharging poor farmers for credit checks ECONOMYNEXT- Some Sri Lankan banks have been found overcharging rural farmers for Credit Information Bureau (CRIB) check...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka elections could threaten debt roll-over in 2020: Moody's,6/24/2019,Economy,Presidential and parliamentary elections starting from the end of 2019 could threaten the ability of Sri Lanka to roll-o...,Sri Lanka elections could threaten debt roll-over in 2020: Moody's Presidential and parliamentary elections starting from the end of 2019 could threaten the ability of Sri Lanka to roll-o...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka president calls meeting to discuss ethnic issue after Dec 11,11/23/2022,Politics,"Said Wickremesinghe: “Will you ask your leader and tell us this evening, then?”","Sri Lanka president calls meeting to discuss ethnic issue after Dec 11 Said Wickremesinghe: “Will you ask your leader and tell us this evening, then?”",negative,-1
Bandula reassures Senior Citizens that their interest rates will not fall as special Seniors' deposi...,7/7/2020,Consumer Affairs,"The government has not done any changes to the interest rates in senior citizen’s accounts, Minister Bandula Gunawarde...","Bandula reassures Senior Citizens that their interest rates will not fall as special Seniors' deposi... The government has not done any changes to the interest rates in senior citizen’s accounts, Minister Bandula Gunawarde...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka Distilleries Corp Sept quarter net profit up 11.3-pct,11/19/2019,Uncategorized,"Profits at Distilleries Corporation of Sri Lanka Plc, the island’s largest alcohol producer, grew 11.3 percent to 1.3 ...","Sri Lanka Distilleries Corp Sept quarter net profit up 11.3-pct Profits at Distilleries Corporation of Sri Lanka Plc, the island’s largest alcohol producer, grew 11.3 percent to 1.3 ...",positive,1
Rathnapriya to take Jayampathi's place in Parliament on 5 Feb,1/28/2020,Politics,Weligodage Saman Rathnapriya Silva who was declared as a Member of Parliament to fill the vacant position created by the...,Rathnapriya to take Jayampathi's place in Parliament on 5 Feb Weligodage Saman Rathnapriya Silva who was declared as a Member of Parliament to fill the vacant position created by the...,positive,1
Sri Lanka coconut prices down 3.2-pct at auction,9/10/2022,Agriculture,1.3 mn nuts offered but only 0.95mn sold,Sri Lanka coconut prices down 3.2-pct at auction 1.3 mn nuts offered but only 0.95mn sold,negative,-1
"Asian markets mixed after strong US jobs data, eyes on Brexit",4/8/2019,International news,Asian markets were mixed Monday but investors remain broadly upbeat after a strong US jobs report that eased concerns ab...,"Asian markets mixed after strong US jobs data, eyes on Brexit Asian markets were mixed Monday but investors remain broadly upbeat after a strong US jobs report that eased concerns ab...",positive,1
"Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank expects 5-6 percent credit growth 2020, buys ISBs",8/13/2020,Banking,"Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank of Ceylon, the island's largest private bank is expecting 5-6 percent credit growth in 2020 ...","Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank expects 5-6 percent credit growth 2020, buys ISBs Sri Lanka's Commercial Bank of Ceylon, the island's largest private bank is expecting 5-6 percent credit growth in 2020 ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka Development Bonds of US$100mn offered,6/21/2021,Bonds & Forex,On June 30 around 188.5 million dollars of SLDBs are due to mature.,Sri Lanka Development Bonds of US$100mn offered On June 30 around 188.5 million dollars of SLDBs are due to mature.,positive,1
"Sri Lanka prime minister meets US, Japan, China envoys",5/13/2022,International Relations,Prime Minister Wickremesinghe also met Indian High Commissioner Gopal Bagley Friday morning.,"Sri Lanka prime minister meets US, Japan, China envoys Prime Minister Wickremesinghe also met Indian High Commissioner Gopal Bagley Friday morning.",positive,1
"Sri Lanka imports to fall in 2020, external account to improve: CB Governor",2/10/2020,Economy,"Sri Lanka will see a slow improvement in external accounts, trade deficit will continue to fall in 2020, and there will ...","Sri Lanka imports to fall in 2020, external account to improve: CB Governor Sri Lanka will see a slow improvement in external accounts, trade deficit will continue to fall in 2020, and there will ...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka parliament votes to remove PUCSL chief,5/24/2023,Legal,123 members voted to oust Janaka Ratnayake,Sri Lanka parliament votes to remove PUCSL chief 123 members voted to oust Janaka Ratnayake,negative,-1
Sri Lanka can make farms more productive with emerging tech: IPS researchers,10/21/2019,Op-ed/Special Reports,Sri Lanka can make farming more productive using emerging technologies of the so-called fourth industrial revolution (4I...,Sri Lanka can make farms more productive with emerging tech: IPS researchers Sri Lanka can make farming more productive using emerging technologies of the so-called fourth industrial revolution (4I...,positive,1
Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 329.50/50 to the US dollar,7/27/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed at 329.40/50 in the spot market,Sri Lanka rupee closes stronger at 329.50/50 to the US dollar Sri Lanka rupee closed at 329.40/50 in the spot market,negative,-1
"PM meets MR; meeting ""positive"", says Harsha",6/3/2019,Politics,Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe met Opposition Leader and Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa this morning (3) at Tem...,"PM meets MR; meeting ""positive"", says Harsha Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe met Opposition Leader and Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa this morning (3) at Tem...",positive,1
Mannar ASP remanded till 11 April,4/3/2019,Uncategorized,Mannar Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) U. D. Alawatta was remanded till 11 April by the Kesbewa Magistrate yest...,Mannar ASP remanded till 11 April Mannar Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) U. D. Alawatta was remanded till 11 April by the Kesbewa Magistrate yest...,negative,-1
Sri Lanka PM says CPC still incurs losses despite fuel price hike,5/17/2022,Energy,Prime Minister says the CPC can no longer bear the losses.,Sri Lanka PM says CPC still incurs losses despite fuel price hike Prime Minister says the CPC can no longer bear the losses.,negative,-1
Who's afraid of election campaign finance regulations?,2/8/2020,Politics,"Sri Lanka’s 8th presidential election held on November 16, 2019, saw a record turnout of 83.72% of the nearly 16 milli...","Who's afraid of election campaign finance regulations? Sri Lanka’s 8th presidential election held on November 16, 2019, saw a record turnout of 83.72% of the nearly 16 milli...",positive,1
"Watch out for fraudsters, Fin Min warns Enterprise SL loan applicants",7/31/2019,Uncategorized,The Ministry of Finance today (31) issued a statement warning of organised fraudsters attempting to swindle Enterprise S...,"Watch out for fraudsters, Fin Min warns Enterprise SL loan applicants The Ministry of Finance today (31) issued a statement warning of organised fraudsters attempting to swindle Enterprise S...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee trades at 313.50/314.00 to the US dollar,2/8/2024,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee was trading at 313.50/314.00 to the US dollar Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.","Sri Lanka rupee trades at 313.50/314.00 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee was trading at 313.50/314.00 to the US dollar Thursday, dealers said. Bond yields were down.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka tour operators looking at new source markets,5/27/2023,Tourism,"The island saw 57,142 arrivals in May and 498,319 since January so far.","Sri Lanka tour operators looking at new source markets The island saw 57,142 arrivals in May and 498,319 since January so far.",positive,1
"Sri Lanka rupee at 330/340 to TT dollar, bill yields ease",4/21/2022,Bonds & Forex,.,"Sri Lanka rupee at 330/340 to TT dollar, bill yields ease .",positive,1
Backlash over Sri Lanka TV anchor justifying New Zealand massacre,3/16/2019,Political News,An anchor for a television station in Sri Lanka has attempted to justify the massacre of 49 people in New Zealand by say...,Backlash over Sri Lanka TV anchor justifying New Zealand massacre An anchor for a television station in Sri Lanka has attempted to justify the massacre of 49 people in New Zealand by say...,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka bond yields close flat, rupee stronger",3/31/2020,Bonds & Forex," Sri Lanka bond yields close flat, while spot markets only showed sporadic activity and stock markets were closed on Cor...","Sri Lanka bond yields close flat, rupee stronger  Sri Lanka bond yields close flat, while spot markets only showed sporadic activity and stock markets were closed on Cor...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka president seeks Indian help to emulate white revolution ,12/5/2022,Agriculture,Sri Lanka still imports significant amount of milk powder,Sri Lanka president seeks Indian help to emulate white revolution  Sri Lanka still imports significant amount of milk powder,negative,-1
SriLankan named world's most punctual airline by flightstats.com,6/7/2019,Aviation,Sri Lanka's state-run Srilankan Airlines had been named the world's most punctual airline with 90.75 percent of its flig...,SriLankan named world's most punctual airline by flightstats.com Sri Lanka's state-run Srilankan Airlines had been named the world's most punctual airline with 90.75 percent of its flig...,positive,1
Sri Lanka polls: Modi congratulates MR on widely anticipated landslide,8/6/2020,Politics,India Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called and congratulated his Sri Lanka counterpart Mahinda Rajapaksa for the ruli...,Sri Lanka polls: Modi congratulates MR on widely anticipated landslide India Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called and congratulated his Sri Lanka counterpart Mahinda Rajapaksa for the ruli...,positive,1
"Sri Lanka rupee ends marginally strong, gilt yields gain",7/27/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 185.72/78 to US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields were up and stock...,"Sri Lanka rupee ends marginally strong, gilt yields gain Sri Lanka rupee closed firmer at 185.72/78 to US dollar in the spot market on Monday while bond yields were up and stock...",positive,1
India shares hit record high over Modi election victory forecasts,5/21/2019,International news,Indian shares hit a record high Monday after exit polls from the country's marathon election indicated a new term for Hi...,India shares hit record high over Modi election victory forecasts Indian shares hit a record high Monday after exit polls from the country's marathon election indicated a new term for Hi...,negative,-1
"Trade union alcohol politics leave Sri Lanka state railways, passengers reeling",7/6/2019,Economy,"A wildcat strike at state-run Sri Lanka Railways that left 400,000 passengers stranded was a result of union rivalry inv...","Trade union alcohol politics leave Sri Lanka state railways, passengers reeling A wildcat strike at state-run Sri Lanka Railways that left 400,000 passengers stranded was a result of union rivalry inv...",negative,-1
Latham ton drives New Zealand's reply against Sri Lanka,8/24/2019,Culture,A sparkling century by Tom Latham powered New Zealand's first innings reply after Sri Lanka posted 244 on day three of t...,Latham ton drives New Zealand's reply against Sri Lanka A sparkling century by Tom Latham powered New Zealand's first innings reply after Sri Lanka posted 244 on day three of t...,positive,1
Sri Lanka president orders immediate investigation on Pandora papers exposé,10/6/2021,Corruption,Alahapperuma said the Commission is required to submit a report within a month.,Sri Lanka president orders immediate investigation on Pandora papers exposé Alahapperuma said the Commission is required to submit a report within a month.,negative,-1
Crisis-hit Sri Lanka takes baby steps to boost dollar earnings,9/30/2022,Economic Crisis,"Sri Lanka is struggling to secure dollar earnings and that has threatened its fuel, gas imports.","Crisis-hit Sri Lanka takes baby steps to boost dollar earnings Sri Lanka is struggling to secure dollar earnings and that has threatened its fuel, gas imports.",negative,-1
"Sweeping tax cuts announced; VAT down to 8%; PAYE, NBT slashed",11/27/2019,Economy,"Following its first-ever Cabinet meeting, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's caretaker government announced sweeping tax cut...","Sweeping tax cuts announced; VAT down to 8%; PAYE, NBT slashed Following its first-ever Cabinet meeting, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's caretaker government announced sweeping tax cut...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's Alumex makes Rs 63mn loss in December quarter,2/5/2019,Business,"ECONOMYNEXT – Alumex, the aluminium extrusions subsidiary of Sri Lanka's Hayleys group, said it lost 63.4 million...","Sri Lanka's Alumex makes Rs 63mn loss in December quarter ECONOMYNEXT – Alumex, the aluminium extrusions subsidiary of Sri Lanka's Hayleys group, said it lost 63.4 million...",negative,-1
British MPs resoundingly reject Brexit deal for second time,3/13/2019,International news,"British MPs resoundingly rejected Prime Minister Theresa May's Brexit deal for a second time on Tuesday, plunging the co...","British MPs resoundingly reject Brexit deal for second time British MPs resoundingly rejected Prime Minister Theresa May's Brexit deal for a second time on Tuesday, plunging the co...",negative,-1
"US to end preferential trade status for India, Turkey",3/5/2019,International news,"At President Donald Trump's direction, the United States intends to scrap the preferential trade status granted to India...","US to end preferential trade status for India, Turkey At President Donald Trump's direction, the United States intends to scrap the preferential trade status granted to India...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka may appoint local advisors for small SOE divestments,9/8/2023,Economy,About 80 state commercial entities could potentially be divested,Sri Lanka may appoint local advisors for small SOE divestments About 80 state commercial entities could potentially be divested,negative,-1
"Artist Thenuwara attempts to highlight dysfunctional politics through ""M.O.B.""",7/24/2019,Uncategorized,An event to highlight dysfunctional politics through art was held yesterday at the Saskia Fernando Gallery in Colombo.,"Artist Thenuwara attempts to highlight dysfunctional politics through ""M.O.B."" An event to highlight dysfunctional politics through art was held yesterday at the Saskia Fernando Gallery in Colombo.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka current account in US$1.6bn surplus in 2023,4/1/2024,Economy,In the December 2023 quarter Sri Lanka recorded a current account surplus of 237 million US dollars,Sri Lanka current account in US$1.6bn surplus in 2023 In the December 2023 quarter Sri Lanka recorded a current account surplus of 237 million US dollars,negative,-1
SriLankan re-routes flights to avoid Iran,1/8/2020,Aviation,"State-run SriLankan Airlines said it was re-routing flights to London to avoid Iran, as a conflict escalation in the reg...","SriLankan re-routes flights to avoid Iran State-run SriLankan Airlines said it was re-routing flights to London to avoid Iran, as a conflict escalation in the reg...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka tea exports down 12.6-pct in June 2022, rupee earnings up in soft-peg collapse.",7/18/2022,Tea,US dollar earnings were down 6 percent to 116.5 million dollars in June from a year ago.,"Sri Lanka tea exports down 12.6-pct in June 2022, rupee earnings up in soft-peg collapse. US dollar earnings were down 6 percent to 116.5 million dollars in June from a year ago.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka postpones GCE O/L exams to February 2022,7/26/2021,Education,"The exam will take place from February 21 to March 03, the education minister said.","Sri Lanka postpones GCE O/L exams to February 2022 The exam will take place from February 21 to March 03, the education minister said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka's China backed Port City drives up revised GDP,6/2/2022,Economy,2017 GDP revised to 6.5-pct from 4.5-pct,Sri Lanka's China backed Port City drives up revised GDP 2017 GDP revised to 6.5-pct from 4.5-pct,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka's LOLC to exit Cambodia micro-lender, sell down Singapore unit: report",12/12/2019,Markets,Sri Lanka's LOLC group plans to exit one of two micro-lenders in Cambodia to fund new acquisitions elsewhere and may als...,"Sri Lanka's LOLC to exit Cambodia micro-lender, sell down Singapore unit: report Sri Lanka's LOLC group plans to exit one of two micro-lenders in Cambodia to fund new acquisitions elsewhere and may als...",negative,-1
Yara Technologies develops platform for schools to communicate with parent,4/2/2020,ICT," Yara Technologies, a Colombo-based start-up it had launched an online platform that connects schools and pre-schools wi...","Yara Technologies develops platform for schools to communicate with parent  Yara Technologies, a Colombo-based start-up it had launched an online platform that connects schools and pre-schools wi...",positive,1
Sri Lanka bill yields fall across maturities at auction,1/25/2023,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka has sold 120 billion rupees of Treasury bills,Sri Lanka bill yields fall across maturities at auction Sri Lanka has sold 120 billion rupees of Treasury bills,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka's rubber workers get certified, coconut pluckers and toddy tappers to follow",2/16/2024,Agriculture,"169 rubber workers, or those who harvest the sap, were awarded NVQ-3 certificates by NAITA","Sri Lanka's rubber workers get certified, coconut pluckers and toddy tappers to follow 169 rubber workers, or those who harvest the sap, were awarded NVQ-3 certificates by NAITA",positive,1
UK parliament rejects Brexit deal in historic vote,1/16/2019,International news,"Britain's parliament on Tuesday resoundingly rejected Prime Minister Theresa May's Brexit deal, triggering a no-confiden...","UK parliament rejects Brexit deal in historic vote Britain's parliament on Tuesday resoundingly rejected Prime Minister Theresa May's Brexit deal, triggering a no-confiden...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka opposition MP Harsha de Silva appointed COPF chair,6/7/2023,Politics,The ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) had been allegedly blocking de Silva's appointment to the post.,Sri Lanka opposition MP Harsha de Silva appointed COPF chair The ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) had been allegedly blocking de Silva's appointment to the post.,negative,-1
"Sri Lanka rupee steady, bond yields flat",5/12/2020,Bonds & Forex,Sri Lanka's rupee closed around 188.25/45 to the US dollar Tuesday hardly changed form a day earlier after being activel...,"Sri Lanka rupee steady, bond yields flat Sri Lanka's rupee closed around 188.25/45 to the US dollar Tuesday hardly changed form a day earlier after being activel...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka president criticized in parliament for crisis,4/8/2022,Politics,President Rajapaksa attended the parliament and listened for his critics  ,Sri Lanka president criticized in parliament for crisis President Rajapaksa attended the parliament and listened for his critics  ,positive,1
"Sri Lanka stocks hit fresh record high; LIOC up on expanding storage, sales speculation   ",12/23/2021,Markets,ASPI gained 1.16 percent,"Sri Lanka stocks hit fresh record high; LIOC up on expanding storage, sales speculation    ASPI gained 1.16 percent",positive,1
Sri Lanka's HNB profits down 15-pct in June quarter,8/13/2019,Banking,"Profits at Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank group, which includes a insurer fell 15 percent to 2.97 billion rupees in th...","Sri Lanka's HNB profits down 15-pct in June quarter Profits at Sri Lanka's Hatton National Bank group, which includes a insurer fell 15 percent to 2.97 billion rupees in th...",negative,-1
Sri Lanka rupee closes at 329.00/75 to the US dollar,11/3/2023,Bonds & Forex,"Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 329.00/75 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.","Sri Lanka rupee closes at 329.00/75 to the US dollar Sri Lanka’s rupee closed at 329.00/75 to the US dollar on Friday, dealers said.",negative,-1
Sri Lanka President proposes to develop Kandy into planned city,2/20/2023,Economy,The cabinet of ministers had approved the proposal after meeting in Kandy,Sri Lanka President proposes to develop Kandy into planned city The cabinet of ministers had approved the proposal after meeting in Kandy,positive,1
Cardinal laments that Sri Lanka is working to turn lies into truth,1/21/2021,Environment,"At a sermon at the Katuwapitiya church, scene of the most horrific attack on Easter Sunday, the head pf the Colombo chur...","Cardinal laments that Sri Lanka is working to turn lies into truth At a sermon at the Katuwapitiya church, scene of the most horrific attack on Easter Sunday, the head pf the Colombo chur...",negative,-1
"Sri Lanka stocks end the week gaining for the 11th session, setting a new 4-month high",8/12/2022,Uncategorized,"All Share Price Index (ASPI) rose 3.69% or 321.31 points to 9,027.48, its highest since March 31","Sri Lanka stocks end the week gaining for the 11th session, setting a new 4-month high All Share Price Index (ASPI) rose 3.69% or 321.31 points to 9,027.48, its highest since March 31",positive,1
Sri Lanka budget 2022: 700 vehicles seized by Customs to be released,11/13/2021,Economy,Many are rotting away,Sri Lanka budget 2022: 700 vehicles seized by Customs to be released Many are rotting away,negative,-1
Six people in hospital following a clash in Wellawatte.,8/5/2019,Uncategorized,Six people including three police officers admitted to hospital following a brawl.,Six people in hospital following a clash in Wellawatte. Six people including three police officers admitted to hospital following a brawl.,negative,-1