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Easter Sunday Court Case: Prosecution told Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court it links former political leaders and intelligence figures to the 2019 Easter Sunday attacks, alleging visits to Batticaloa Prison by Mahinda, Basil and Namal Rajapaksa to meet Pillayan, plus claims that SIS head Suresh Sallay suppressed intelligence and coordinated politically driven violence. Tax Push: The Inland Revenue Department says it has crossed Rs. one trillion in tax collections as of May 18, citing strong taxpayer compliance. Power Plant Scrutiny: A parliamentary subcommittee has been set up to probe Norochcholai Lakvijaya’s environmental impact, with talks planned with foreign embassies. Cricket Reset: Sri Lanka Cricket’s Transformation Committee says cricket must be run with accountability and merit, while a new selection committee has been named. Vesak Safety: PUCSL warns the public to use safe, rated plugs and functioning trip switches for lanterns and decorations. Weather: South-west monsoon is gradually establishing, with showers and strong winds in several provinces. Markets & Rupee: The CSE edged up slightly, but rupee pressure continues to rattle sentiment.

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Sri Lanka, Maldives Ink Seven Pacts During Presidential Visit to Colombo

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urban-gro, Inc. (Nasdaq: UGRO) — Sri Lanka Cricket Confirms Lanka Premier League Season 6 Foreign Player Registration to Open 8 May 2026; Tournament to Be Played Across Four Venues in July–August 2026

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urban-gro, Inc. (Nasdaq: UGRO) — Sri Lanka Cricket Confirms July 10 – August 5, 2026 and Four Venues for Lanka Premier League Season 6; Tournament Conducted in Partnership with UGRO Subsidiary IPG Group

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