Sri Lankan AI News Summary.

Sri Lanka Daily News Digest — Tuesday, October 27, 2026 POLITICS AND GOVERNANCE The Bribery Commission (CIABOC) told the Colombo Chief Magistrate that it has filed a 24-count indictment against MP Namal Rajapaksa. In Parliament, the debate on the Opposition's revised no-confidence motion against the Speaker is set for November 3. Amnesty International has called for the proposed Organised Crime Bill to be withdrawn in full. It says the bill gives authorities sweeping, arbitrary powers and denies suspects their basic rights. Separately, the Terrorism Investigation Division is holding a former LTTE member, deported from India, for 72 hours of questioning. WEATHER AND SEARCH OPERATIONS The Department of Meteorology says the effects of Very Severe Cyclonic Storm "Arnab" should start easing from tomorrow. The Air Force has joined the Navy in searching for three fishermen missing at sea off Pudumathalan, Mullaitivu, after bad weather slowed the effort. Polonnaruwa recorded the country's highest temperature on October 27, at 33.1°C. ECONOMY AND FINANCE Sri Lanka's anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing framework is now under international review, as the Asia/Pacific Group on Money Laundering (APG) begins its third Mutual Evaluation. The Colombo Stock Exchange closed higher on October 27, ending six straight days of losses as buyers returned. The Central Bank marked its 76th anniversary with an oration on AI and public trust in central banking. The National Chamber of Exporters reviewed export barriers, market requirements and foreign exchange opportunities at its latest Council meeting. CABINET AND SOCIAL POLICY Cabinet approved Rs. 5 million in special compensation for prison officers killed or disabled during the clashes at Negombo Prison on July 5. Women and Child Affairs Minister Saroja Paulraj said new laws are coming to stop parents and other adults from putting children in dangerous situations to earn money on social media. FOREIGN RELATIONS Sri Lanka and Türkiye signed a protocol amending their bilateral Air Transport Agreement, aimed at stronger civil aviation ties and better connectivity. Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe congratulated Brazilian President Lula da Silva on his election win and urged him to help make BRICS a stronger voice for the Global South. SPORT Sri Lanka reached the final of the ODI Tri-Series in Pakistan after beating the hosts by eight wickets in Lahore. Dilshan Madushanka took a career-best 5 for 34. Off the field, the SLC Transformation Committee announced random alcohol and drug tests for national players, closer monitoring of fitness and diet, and new limits on playing in franchise leagues. RELIGION Venerable Hanthane Dhammagavesi Thera has been appointed Anunayake of the Amarapura Sri Sambuddha Sasanodaya Sangha Sabha.