High-risk flood warning issued for low-lying areas of Kelani River basin
The Department of Irrigation has issued a red alert for the low-lying areas of the Kelani River Basin, warning of a high risk of flooding at a level unprecedented in recent history. MORE..
- Kaduwela interchange of expressway closed due to flooding
- President urged to declare state of emergency amid disaster situation
- Police release 47 emergency hotlines for reporting disaster situations
- India’s INS Vikrant to deploy helicopters for flood relief efforts in Sri Lanka
- Multiple flights to BIA cancelled or diverted due to bad weather
- 13 persons trapped on Manampitiya Bridge rescued by SLAF helicopter
- Modi expresses condolences for victims; announces immediate help to Sri Lanka
- Five dead, 12 missing after earth slip in Minipe
- Major flood warning for Gampaha town and surrounding areas
- Limited train services to operate only in Western Province today
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Limited train services to operate only in Western Province today
Several train services have been resumed this evening (28) only within the Western Province, according to railway authorities. MORE..
Major flood warning for Gampaha town and surrounding areas
The Irrigation Department has warned that the low-lying areas of the Attanagalu Oya and Uruwal Oya valleys, including parts of Gampaha town, may experience a major flood situation within the next six hours. MORE..
Five dead, 12 missing after earth slip in Minipe
Five people have been confirmed dead and 12 others have been reported missing following an earth slip in the Pamunupura area of Minipe, Hasalaka, the Kandy District Secretary announced. MORE..
Modi expresses condolences for victims; announces immediate help to Sri Lanka
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his condolences to the people of Sri Lanka affected by Cyclone ‘Ditwah’, noting the loss of lives and the hardships faced across the country. MORE..
13 persons trapped on Manampitiya Bridge rescued by SLAF helicopter
Thirteen individuals who were stranded on the Manampitiya Bridge in Polonnaruwa have been safely rescued by a SLAF Bell-212 helicopter. MORE..
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Multiple flights to BIA cancelled or diverted due to bad weather
Several flights scheduled to arrive at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake, have been cancelled due to the prevailing adverse weather conditions. MORE..
India’s INS Vikrant to deploy helicopters for flood relief efforts in Sri Lanka
India has expressed its willingness to provide helicopters for rescue operations to assist people affected by the ongoing disaster situation in Sri Lanka. MORE..
Police release 47 emergency hotlines for reporting disaster situations
Due to the ongoing adverse weather conditions across the island, the Sri Lanka Police has introduced dedicated telephone numbers to provide information and assistance to the public regarding disaster situations. MORE..
President urged to declare state of emergency amid disaster situation
Leaders of opposition parties have submitted a proposal to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake urging the implementation of a state of emergency in the country, specifically to manage the ongoing disaster situation. MORE..
Kaduwela interchange of expressway closed due to flooding
Vehicular traffic at the Kaduwela Expressway Interchange has been completely halted due to the overflowing of the Kelani River caused by the prevailing heavy rainfall. MORE..
Colombo could experience worst floods in decades tomorrow night - officials warn
The Secretary of the Ministry of Defence, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), stated that the police and tri-forces are actively reaching affected areas to rescue people impacted by the prevailing adverse weather conditions. MORE..
Police introduce emergency hotline for life-saving assistance
Sri Lanka Police has introduced an emergency contact number for the public to seek assistance for life-saving operations. MORE..
Manusath Derana flood relief programme now underway
The Manusath Derana “Flood Relief” programme is currently underway. MORE..
President directs officials to prioritize relief operations without financial constraints
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has instructed District Secretaries to proceed with rescue and relief operations for affected communities without allowing financial constraints to hinder their work, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said. MORE..
NTC issues special advisory for public transport employees
The National Transport Commission (NTC) has issued a special advisory to bus employees providing public transport services, due to the adverse weather conditions affecting the island. MORE..
Major flood warning for Gampaha town and surrounding areas
The Irrigation Department has warned that the low-lying areas of the Attanagalu Oya and Uruwal Oya valleys, including parts of Gampaha town, may experience a major flood situation within the next six hours. MORE..
Five dead, 12 missing after earth slip in Minipe
Five people have been confirmed dead and 12 others have been reported missing following an earth slip in the Pamunupura area of Minipe, Hasalaka, the Kandy District Secretary announced. MORE..
Modi expresses condolences for victims; announces immediate help to Sri Lanka
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his condolences to the people of Sri Lanka affected by Cyclone ‘Ditwah’, noting the loss of lives and the hardships faced across the country. MORE..
13 persons trapped on Manampitiya Bridge rescued by SLAF helicopter
Thirteen individuals who were stranded on the Manampitiya Bridge in Polonnaruwa have been safely rescued by a SLAF Bell-212 helicopter. MORE..
Multiple flights to BIA cancelled or diverted due to bad weather
Several flights scheduled to arrive at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake, have been cancelled due to the prevailing adverse weather conditions. MORE..
India’s INS Vikrant to deploy helicopters for flood relief efforts in Sri Lanka
India has expressed its willingness to provide helicopters for rescue operations to assist people affected by the ongoing disaster situation in Sri Lanka. MORE..
Police release 47 emergency hotlines for reporting disaster situations
Due to the ongoing adverse weather conditions across the island, the Sri Lanka Police has introduced dedicated telephone numbers to provide information and assistance to the public regarding disaster situations. MORE..
President urged to declare state of emergency amid disaster situation
Leaders of opposition parties have submitted a proposal to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake urging the implementation of a state of emergency in the country, specifically to manage the ongoing disaster situation. MORE..
Kaduwela interchange of expressway closed due to flooding
Vehicular traffic at the Kaduwela Expressway Interchange has been completely halted due to the overflowing of the Kelani River caused by the prevailing heavy rainfall. MORE..
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Sports
T20 tri-series: Sri Lanka edge Pakistan in thrilling contest
Sri Lanka have defeated Pakistan in a thrilling contest by six runs to claim the spot in the tri-nation series final on Thursday at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. MORE..
Kamil Mishara powers Sri Lanka to 184-4 against Pakistan
Opening batter Kamil Mishara’s 76 off 48 propelled Sri Lanka to a strong total in a must-win T20I tri-series encounter against Pakistan here at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Thursday. MORE..
Pakistan put Sri Lanka in to bat in high-stakes T20 clash
Pakistan won the toss and chose to bowl first against Sri Lanka in a must-win T20 match at Rawalpindi on Thursday. MORE..
Sri Lanka to take on Pakistan in the must-win encounter in Rawalpindi
Sri Lanka will take on Pakistan in the sixth game of the T20I Tri-Series in Rawalpindi. MORE..
FIFA announces procedures for 2026 World Cup draw
FIFA has announced the procedures of the final draw for the 2026 World Cup, which will take place at John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington DC, the United States, on December 5. MORE..
