Sri Lanka, June 17 -- Hiru Media Network secured two unique accolades at the 8th SLASSCOM National Ingenuity Awards 2026, held last evening.

Recognised for its artificial intelligence-powered end-to-end television news streamlining, the network clinched both the provincial and national awards, under the category for the best tech-for-good software innovation.

The achievement marked Hiru Media Network as the sole media network commended at the prestigious event, reinforcing its position as an industry trailblazer.

Organisers highlighted the network's deployment of modern technology to deliver accurate and reliable news coverage.

The rigorous national-level awards process evaluates innovation across sectors, including media, business, i...