Is the CID investigating the ComBank Digital fake-website scam?

Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel It is a fact that some media groups spread false information or report real incidents in a misleading manner, with the aim of harming individual brands. In this regard, we are clarifying the facts about a misleading social media post concerning a fraud committed using a well-known brand that has […]

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BA.3.2 “Cicada” variant: detected internationally, some immune escape, no evidence of higher severity

A newly identified COVID-19 variant, Omicron subvariant BA.3.2, nicknamed “Cicada”, has drawn attention in global health discussions due to its unusually high number of mutations and potential to evade immunity. First detected in late 2024, the variant has since appeared across multiple continents and is being closely monitored by international health agencies. While early laboratory […]

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Is it feasible to transport oil across the UAE & Oman using trucks?

Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Amid ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Iran has blocked the Strait of Hormuz, which is a major shipping route for transporting oil. A social media post was published regarding this, stating that a solution has been implemented to bypass the Strait of Hormuz and transport oil via land. Here […]

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Can Indians Enter Sri Lanka Without a Visa and an ETA?

Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel   Circulating social media posts have claimed that Indian nationals will no longer need a visa or an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to visit Sri Lanka. Here is a fact check we conducted regarding this. Social Media Posts : The following post, published on February 19 with the caption, “No […]

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Neluwa Murder: False Affair Claims and Media Ethics!

Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel The social damage caused by reporting false and unverified information based on assumptions is enormous, sometimes leaving a lasting impact that cannot be reversed. Such reporting also inflicts great harm on the children, relatives, and friends of the victims. In sensitive matters like murders, mainstream media outlets occasionally publish unverified […]

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Did the Epstein files state that Joe Biden is dead ?

Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel This fact check addresses a viral claim that Jeffrey Epstein files state Joe Biden is dead, as circulated on social media.  Social Media Posts : A post was published on social media with the statement, “According to the Epstein Files, the real Joe Biden is dead. They are literally talking […]

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Was the Buddhist flag removed for the Independence Day celebration, which was hoisted at the Independence Square ?

Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel   The 78th National Independence Day was held at Independence Square in Colombo on February 4th, under the theme “Building Sri Lanka”. Social media posts have alleged that the Buddhist flag that had been hoisted at Independence Square had been removed under the guise of the Independence Day celebration. This […]

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An explanation regarding social media posts published regarding the New Policy of Solar Panels.

Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel This is an investigation we conducted regarding a social media post stating that electricity consumers are already facing difficult situations due to the National Electricity Policy. Social Media Posts : A social media post was shared with the following message. “It is reported that a major crisis has been created […]

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Recent Attack on Sri Lankan Fishermen near SL-Indian Fishing Border! What we know so far…

දිනපතාසත්‍යකරුණු දැනගැනීමටඅපගේWhatsApp චැනලයටමෙතනින් එකතුවන්න. Recently, a disturbing incident was reported near the Indo-Sri Lanka fishing border, in which a group allegedly attacked a group of Sri Lankan fishermen. The fishermen said the attack was carried out by Indian Coast Guard and Navy officials. However, the Indian High Commission in Colombo rejected the allegations. Let’s look […]

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Has Sri Lanka fallen further as per latest Corruption Indexes for 2025?

Subscribe to our WhatsApp Channel Social media posts have circulated claiming that Sri Lanka’s 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) score, as reported by the World Economic Forum, is 24.7—even under a government committed to fighting corruption. This article presents our fact-check of those claims. Social Media Posts : A social media post stated, “According to […]

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