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Heavy rains worsen conditions for displaced Gazans, UN warns

Heavy rains worsen conditions for displaced Gazans, UN warns

Fairly heavy rainfall above 75 mm expected in parts of the island today

The prevailing showery conditions are expected to continue over the Northern and Eastern parts of the island due to the influence of the Easterly wave, the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..

Delhi restricts vehicles, office attendance in bid to curb pollution

Authorities in India’s capital Delhi rolled out strict measures on Wednesday in an attempt to curb pollution, including a ban on vehicles not compliant with latest emission control norms and regulating attendance in private and government offices. MORE..

IOM appeals for $7.3 million to support cyclone-affected communities in Sri Lanka

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has launched an appeal for USD 7.3 million to support more than 100,000 people affected by Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka, where the storm has displaced over 280,000 people and damaged or destroyed more than 81,000 homes,...MORE..

Suspect in ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’ murder released on bail

Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanka S. Bodaragama today (17) granted bail to a suspect who had been arrested and remanded in custody in connection with the murder of underworld figure Sanjeewa Kumara Samararatne, also known as ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’. MORE..

Turkish Airlines flight forced to turn back after technical issue departs BIA

The Turkish Airlines flight which was forced to make an emergency landing at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake due a technical issue with the landing gear, has departed from the BIA after the completion of repairs. MORE..

Canada to provide over USD 2 million in humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka

Canada has announced more than USD 2 million in humanitarian aid to support emergency relief efforts in Sri Lanka following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah, which resulted in loss of life and extensive damage to houses, infrastructure and local economies. MORE..

Two including 2-yr-old killed in fatal accident at Dehiattakandiya

A 33‑year‑old woman and her 2‑year‑old son have died following a head‑on collision involving a bus and a three‑wheeler in the Muwagammana area in the Dehiattakandiya Police Division on the Polonnaruwa -Mahiyanganaya main road today (17).

Sri Lanka forecasts 5% growth in 2026, aided by post-cyclone reconstruction

Sri Lanka expects its economy to expand by more than 5% next year, matching this year’s pace and significantly outstripping IMF projections, partly driven by reconstruction efforts following Cyclone Ditwah, a senior minister told Reuters on Wednesday. MORE..

Govt to present Rs. 500B supplementary sum to Parliament tomorrow

A Supplementary estimate of Rs. 500 billion is to be presented to the Parliament tomorrow (18) to restore the livelihoods of those affected due to the sudden disaster situation. MORE..

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Google is turning any headphones into real-time translation earbuds

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Sri Lankan-led UK team harnesses AI to strengthen Sri Lanka’s disaster readiness

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Indian film ‘Homebound’ shortlisted for Best International Feature Film at Oscars 2026

Indian film ‘Homebound’ shortlisted for Best International Feature Film at Oscars 2026

France’s Louvre museum remains shut as workers weigh strike extension

France’s Louvre museum remains shut as workers weigh strike extension

Miss Finland is stripped of her crown for making ‘racist’ slanted eye gesture

Miss Finland is stripped of her crown for making ‘racist’ slanted eye gesture

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Rob and Michele Reiner’s son Nick charged with murder in parents’ deaths

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U19 Asia Cup 2025 semifinals: India to face Sri Lanka, Pakistan takes on Bangladesh

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