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Advisory issued for heavy rain
Peradeniya University alerts students over flood risk as Mahaweli River swells
All schools in N’Eliya, Hatton education zones closed amid adverse weather today
‘Level-3’ landslide early warnings issued to residents in several districts
Three spill gates of Upper Kotmale Reservoir open amid heavy rains
Around 20 injured in collision between two buses in Kegalle
Heavy rainfall raises water levels in major rivers; Flood warnings issued
Two crew killed after firefighting helicopters collide in Greece, as British pilot survives
Forensic inspections underway today following Mahara Prison unrest
Around 20 injured in collision between two buses in Kegalle
Oil prices drop after Trump orders US forces to hold off on new strikes against Iran
Landslide warnings issued for four districts
Principals in Hatton and N' Eliya empowered to decide on school closures amid adverse weather
Heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island today
Suspected suicide bombing at police station kills at least 14 in Pakistan, officials say
Trump says Iran talks to take place on Monday, sets no deadline for deal
Flood warning issued for low-lying areas of Mahaweli River Basin
Mahara Prison unrest damage exceeds Rs. 150 million
Death toll from migrant rush into Ceuta rises to 72
Red warning issued for strong winds and rough seas from Galle to Pottuvil
Minister Lal Kantha calls for state sector reforms to drive economic transformation
Two firefighting helicopters collide west of Athens
Warm weather advisory issued for several districts
OPEC+ set for September quota increase followed by pause
Suspect arrested over Mount Lavinia cemetery shooting attempt
Justice Minister suspects external influence behind Mahara Prison unrest
Around 20 injured in collision between two buses in Kegalle
“Prisoners’ safety must be guaranteed by the govt” Several factions demand answers from Minister
Mahara Prison unrest damage estimated at Rs. 150 million; Video evidence and masterminds under probe
"Bringing smiles to little hearts" Children learn the art of kite-making at Derana Kite Workshop
“Need to find out if it was controlled from outside”; Justice Minister on Mahara Prison unrest
ADB extends $200M to help Sri Lanka tackle economic pressures from Middle East conflict
Ceypetco announces that fuel prices will remain unchanged in August
'Suwa Seriya' free ambulance service marks 10 years as India pledges 100 more ambulances
Ex-Defence Secretary and ex-IGP sentenced to death over failure to prevent 2019
TV Derana named ‘Youth TV Channel of the Year’at 7th New Generation "Youth Top40" Awards
Latest S&P assessment reflects Sri Lanka’s rising investor confidence and economic stability
Buddhists across Sri Lanka observe sacred Esala Full Moon Poya today
“Govt. seeking a one-party rule” - Sajith also opposes govt. move to extend retirement age of judges
“Modern rulers cannot tolerate the saffron robe ”Maha Sangha calls for protection of Buddhasasana
Cabinet approves contentious proposal to extend retirement age of all judges
Government will not expand paddy cultivation - Minister Lalkantha
India's Sri Lanka tour warm-up fixture shortened to three days
FIFA chief Infantino's position looks unacceptable, head of European leagues says
Jasprit Bumrah will miss India's two-Test series against Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka Women clinch T20 series after six-wicket victory over Pakistan
Subhadeep Ghosh appointed India's new fielding coach
India's Sri Lanka tour warm-up fixture shortened to three days
FIFA chief Infantino's position looks unacceptable, head of European leagues says
Jasprit Bumrah will miss India's two-Test series against Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka Women clinch T20 series after six-wicket victory over Pakistan
Sanka Ratnayake elected Executive Board Member of CWF
Fifa scraps controversial World Cup investment plan
Rumesh Tharanga creates history with Sri Lanka's first Commonwealth athletics gold
