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Motorists urged to exercise caution on expressways amid adverse weather
Motorists urged to exercise caution on expressways amid adverse weather
The Road Development Authority (RDA) has urged motorists to pay close attention to the cautionary messages displayed on electronic signboards when driving on expressways amid the ongoing heavy rainfall. MORE..
Angry crowd sets Ebola hospital tents on fire in DR Congo
Angry crowd sets Ebola hospital tents on fire in DR Congo
An angry crowd set alight a section of a hospital at the epicentre of the Ebola outbreak in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo after family and friends of a young man thought to have died from the virus were prevented from taking his body away for burial. MORE..
Rupee depreciation driven by global crisis, not govt policy – Deputy Minister
Rupee depreciation driven by global crisis, not govt policy – Deputy Minister
Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning Dr. Anil Jayantha says the recent depreciation of the Sri Lankan Rupee against the US Dollar is not the result of any government policy or wrong decision, but rather a consequence of the global crisis triggered by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. MORE..
MP Dilith Jayaweera engages in discussions with Australian politicians
MP Dilith Jayaweera engages in discussions with Australian politicians
Leader of the Sarvajana Balaya and Member of Parliament Dilith Jayaweera has shared details of an official engagement with several prominent Australian politicians, highlighting a recent interaction at the Parliament of Victoria, Australia. MORE..
Arrest warrant issued for ex-Minister Basil Rajapaksa
Arrest warrant issued for ex-Minister Basil Rajapaksa
The Matara Magistrate’s Court has issued a warrant for the arrest of former Minister Basil Rajapaksa, said Ada Derana reporter. MORE..
Major development projects in Ampara launched under President’s patronage
Major development projects in Ampara launched under President’s patronage
The Ampara District Special Coordinating Committee meeting will be held this afternoon (22) at the auditorium of the Ampara District Secretariat under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. MORE..
Slight decline observed in US Dollar’s selling price
Slight decline observed in US Dollar’s selling price
According to the daily exchange rate official chart released today (22) by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL), the buying rate of the US Dollar is recorded at Rs. 342.67, while the selling rate is Rs. 353.17. MORE..
DMT urges vehicle owners to collect unclaimed number plates before June 30
DMT urges vehicle owners to collect unclaimed number plates before June 30
The Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) has issued a special notice urging vehicle owners to collect their printed but unclaimed vehicle number plates issued during the years 2023 and 2024 before June 30, 2026. MORE..
Pambegama records highest rainfall of 336.5 mm in 24 hours – Met. Dept
Pambegama records highest rainfall of 336.5 mm in 24 hours – Met. Dept
The Department of Meteorology reports that the highest rainfall of 336.5 mm, recorded between 8.30 a.m. yesterday and 8.30 a.m. today, was observed in Pambegama in the Kegalle District.
21 Sri Lankan criminal suspects deported from Dubai arrive at Mattala
21 Sri Lankan criminal suspects deported from Dubai arrive at Mattala
Twenty-one wanted criminal suspects, including alleged underworld figures “Mahawatta Chamara” and “Kudu Duminda,” who were deported from Dubai, have arrived at the Mattala International Airport early this morning (22), according to Sri Lanka Police. MORE..
Six schools in Dehiowita Edu. Zone closed due to bad weather
Six schools in Dehiowita Edu. Zone closed due to bad weather
Due to the prevailing rainy weather conditions, steps have been taken to close six schools in the Dehiowita Education Zone today (22). MORE..
Advisory issued to residents along Attanagalu Oya amid heavy rainfall
Advisory issued to residents along Attanagalu Oya amid heavy rainfall
The Department of Irrigation states that, in view of the prevailing heavy rainfall across Sri Lanka, a minor flood situation could develop in areas surrounding the Attanagalu Oya. MORE..
Over 300 mm rainfall recorded in some areas - Met. Dept
Over 300 mm rainfall recorded in some areas - Met. Dept
The Department of Meteorology has revealed that several regions across the island have recorded rainfall exceeding 300 mm due to the relentless torrential downpours. MORE..
Minor flood warning for low-lying areas of Kelani River Valley within 48 hours
Minor flood warning for low-lying areas of Kelani River Valley within 48 hours
The Department of Irrigation has warned that there is a risk of minor flooding in several areas along the Kelani River Basin within the next 48 hours. MORE..
Three wards at Chilaw General Hospital inundated amid heavy rainfall
Three wards at Chilaw General Hospital inundated amid heavy rainfall
It is reported that, due to prevailing heavy rainfall, three wards at the Chilaw General Hospital have been inundated. MORE..
Landslide ‘Red’ warnings issued to residents of several areas in two districts
Landslide ‘Red’ warnings issued to residents of several areas in two districts
The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has issued Level 3 (Red) landslide early warnings for several Divisional Secretariat Divisions (DSDs) across two districts due to prevailing heavy rainfall. MORE..
Floodwaters submerge sections of Colombo–Avissawella road; multiple areas affected
Floodwaters submerge sections of Colombo–Avissawella road; multiple areas affected
Due to heavy rainfall experienced in several areas within the Kelani River Basin, flooding has been reported at multiple locations between Avissawella and Hanwella. MORE..
Minor flood warnings issued for several areas of Kalu Ganga basin
Minor flood warnings issued for several areas of Kalu Ganga basin
The Department of Irrigation has warned that there is a risk of minor flooding in several areas along the Kalu Ganga basin during the next 24 hours. MORE..
Several BIA-bound aircraft diverted to Mattala amid heavy rainfall
Several BIA-bound aircraft diverted to Mattala amid heavy rainfall
Several aircraft scheduled to land at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake were diverted to the Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport due to adverse weather conditions prevailing in the area. MORE..
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Minor flood warning issued for Kelani River Basin following heavy rainfall
Minor flood warning issued for Kelani River Basin following heavy rainfall
A significant rainfall of approximately 300 mm has been recorded in the upper catchment areas of the Kelani River Basin, according to the Irrigation Department. MORE..
Kirindiwela records highest rainfall of 244 mm in 24 hours
Kirindiwela records highest rainfall of 244 mm in 24 hours
The Department of Meteorology has reported that the highest rainfall of 244 mm was recorded in the Kirindiwela area of the Gampaha District in the last 24 hours. MORE..
IMF Executive Board to consider Sri Lanka’s combined reviews next week
IMF Executive Board to consider Sri Lanka’s combined reviews next week
Sri Lanka’s reform program continues to move forward, with the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) Executive Board set to consider the combined Fifth and Sixth Reviews under the Extended Fund Facility on Wednesday (May 27). MORE..
Landslide early warnings issued to areas in three districts
Landslide early warnings issued to areas in three districts
The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has issued a landslide early warning for several Divisional Secretariat Divisions (DSDs) in three districts due to the prevailing adverse weather conditions affecting parts of the country. MORE..
Very heavy rains above 200 mm likely in some areas today: Met. Dept
Very heavy rains above 200 mm likely in some areas today: Met. Dept
According to the Department of Meteorology, the South-West monsoon is gradually establishing over the island. MORE..
US House Republicans cancel Iran war powers vote
US House Republicans cancel Iran war powers vote
Republican leaders of the U.S. House of Representatives unexpectedly canceled a vote on Thursday on a resolution seeking to end the Iran war unless President Donald Trump obtains Congress’ authorization, two days after a similar measure advanced in the U.S. Senate. MORE..