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Kandy-Nuwara Eliya Road restored - District Secretary

Nuwara Eliya District Secretary Thushari Tennakoon said that four access roads, including the main Kandy-Nuwara Eliya road, which were blocked due to earth slips and landslides due to the recent heavy rainfall, have now been restored. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 9:28 pm

Britain sanctions Russian, Chinese entities over disinfo, cyber threats

Britain on Tuesday (Dec 9) sanctioned entities it accused of distorting information in favour of Russia as well as two Chinese companies for alleged cyber activities against the United Kingdom and its allies. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 8:47 am

Heavy vehicles barred from using road over Kotmale Dam: Mahaweli Authority

Heavy vehicles have been barred from using the road over the Kotmale Dam, the Mahaweli Development Authority (MDA) has announced. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 12:00 pm

Amended timetable of 2025 A/L examination released

The Ministry of Education has decided that the subjects of the 2025 G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) examination which were postponed due to the adverse weather conditions in Sri Lanka will now be conducted from January 12 to January 20, 2026. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 6:18 pm

Family dog assists in locating bodies of seven victims in Ambokka landslide

Highlands surrounding the Ambokka village within the Pallepola Divisional Secretariat area in Matale, have reportedly become increasingly unstable following recent heavy rains. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 11:26 am

Individual arrested over theft of telecom transmission cables in Rambukkana

An individual has been arrested in connection with the theft of cables installed on a telecommunication transmission tower located in Yatagama, Rambukkana, police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 7:55 am

Advisory issued for severe lightning

An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Galle and Matara Districts. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 2:04 pm

Case against Yoshitha and grandmother adjourned pending Daisy Forrest’s medical report

The Attorney General informed the Colombo High Court today (10) that Daisy Forrest, the grandmother of Yoshitha Rajapaksa and a defendant in a case filed under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, is scheduled to undergo a psychiatric medical report tomorrow by the Colombo Judicial Medical Officer. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 12:56 pm

Microsoft and MillenniumIT ESP to support data collection on damage caused by Cyclone Ditwah

Secretary to the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma, stated that the Department of National Planning has launched a programme to collect information and data on businesses and properties damaged by Cyclone Ditwah. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 9:38 pm

Russia’s first aircraft carrying 35 tons of humanitarian aid arrives in Sri Lanka

Russia has dispatched a consignment of 35 metric tons of humanitarian aid to Sri Lanka following the impact of Cyclone Ditwah. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 4:50 pm

Russia sends 35 tonnes of humanitarian aid to Sri Lanka

Russia has sent a planeload of humanitarian aid to Sri Lanka after the country was struck by Cyclone Ditwah in late November, Russia’s RIA news agency reported early on Wednesday, citing Shobini Gunasekera, Sri Lanka’s ambassador to Moscow. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 6:02 am

Youth succumbs following sudden explosion at fireworks factory in Katana

A youth has died following a sudden explosion at a fireworks manufacturing factory in Kimbulapitiya, Katana, police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 8:11 am

Floods cannot be allowed to continue to disrupt lives of Colombo residents: PM Harini

Floods cannot be allowed to continue to disrupt the lives of the people of Colombo, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 6:25 am

Heavy showers above 100 mm likely in Northern, North-Central and Eastern provinces today

Showers or thundershowers are expected in the Northern, North-Central, Eastern, Central, Southern and Uva provinces today, the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 5:54 am

Two buildings collapse in Morocco’s Fez killing 22 people

At least 22 people were killed and 16 others injured overnight when two adjacent buildings collapsed in Fez, one of Morocco’s oldest cities, the prosecutor said on Wednesday. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 10:24 pm

Australia and UNFPA partner to protect women and girls in cyclone-affected Sri Lanka

Australia and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) have partnered to deliver urgent humanitarian assistance to protect women and girls across Sri Lanka, affected by catastrophic floods and landslides triggered by Cyclone Ditwah, one of the most devastating climate-related disasters to strike the island nation in recent years. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 4:02 pm

Over 50,000 tourists arrive in first eight days of December

A total of 50,222 tourists have arrived in the country thus far in December, data from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) shows. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 9:39 am

Gihan Kulatunga sworn in as Supreme Court Judge

Court of Appeal Justice K. M. Gihan Himanshu Kulatunga has been sworn in as a Justice of the Supreme Court before President Anura Kumara Dissanayake this morning (10) at the Presidential Secretariat. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 8:16 pm

“Rebuilding Sri Lanka” Fund receives Rs. 1,893 million thus far

The “Rebuilding Sri Lanka” programme, initiated to restore the country following the damage caused by Cyclone “Ditwah,” has received a total of Rs. 1,893 million in funding from domestic sources, overseas Sri Lankans, and various institutions, the Secretary to the Ministry of Finance, Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma has stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 10:11 am

Deepavali inscribed on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list

Deepavali — the festival of lights — was on Wednesday (December 10, 2025) inscribed on the UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, sparking celebrations to mark the earning of the coveted tag. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 3:39 pm

Taliban detains 4 men for dressing up as “Peaky Blinders” characters, gives them rehabilitation

Four young men were detained by Afghanistan’s Taliban authorities and put into a rehabilitation program for walking around in public dressed up as their favorite characters from the hit British drama “Peaky Blinders.” MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 9:13 am

H-1B visa appointments postponed for many Indians amid US’ Social Media rules

The US State Department’s new social media vetting policy has triggered massive disruptions for H-1B visa applicants in India as many appointments have been postponed to next year. The US Embassy in India issued an advisory to the visa applicants on Tuesday night. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 10:53 am

Elon Musk’s X says would comply with Australia’s Social Media ban

Elon Musk’s X has announced it would comply with Australia’s world-leading crackdown banning under-16s from social media. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 8:21 am

Zelenskiy says he is open to elections if US ensures security

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Tuesday he was prepared to hold elections within three months if the U.S. and Kyiv’s other allies could ensure the security of the vote. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 6:55 am

Sri Lanka secures US$ 30 million World Bank loan for renewable energy projects

The Government of Sri Lanka has arranged a loan of US$ 30 million from the International Development Association of the World Bank Group to finance the implementation of the secure, affordable and sustainable energy for Sri Lanka Project. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 6:41 am

UAE continues to send aid to assist flood-hit Sri Lanka

The UAE’s eight humanitarian aid aircraft has arrived in Sri Lanka on Tuesday in efforts to support the country following deadly floods and landslides. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 2:58 pm

Google Maps begins updating Sri Lanka’s road network – Minister

Google Maps has commenced updating information pertaining Sri Lanka’s road network covering around 12,000 kilometers, Minister of Transport Bimal Ratnayake has stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 10:29 am

Landslide in Bogahapathana, no injuries or casualties reported

A landslide has been reported in Bogahapathana, Meegahakiula. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 8:57 am

Thriposha company hands over Rs. 100 mln in dividends to Treasury

Sri Lanka Thriposha Limited has General Treasury handed over a sum of Rs. 100 million to the General Treasury as dividends. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 7:29 pm

Greek Bond case: Ex-CBSL Governor Cabraal released

Former Central Bank Governor Ajith Nivard Cabraal has been released from the case pertaining to the 2012 purchase of Greek Bonds, subject to conditions, Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 1:01 pm

Notice on reopening preschools and early childhood development centers

All preschools and early childhood development centers that were closed due to the emergency disaster situation and are now deemed safe to resume operations will be reopened from 16 December 2025. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 5:53 pm

Significant flooding reported after heavy rainfall in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia has experienced heavy rainfall that has led to significant flooding and traffic congestion across the city. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 1:23 pm

Kolonna Pradeshiya Sabha’s budget defeated for the second time

The annual budget of the Kolonna Pradeshiya Sabha, which is controlled by the National People’s Power (NPP), has been defeated for the second time. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 11:28 am

Train delays reported along the Main Line

Trains operating along the main line are currently experiencing delays, Sri Lanka Railways has stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 7:17 am

Homeowners in landslide-prone areas provided with reports on risk level: NBRO

The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has extended landslide warnings issued to several areas based on current ground conditions and weather forecasts. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 10, 2025 12:30 pm

Health officials warn of potential spread of eye diseases in safe shelters

The College of Ophthalmologists of Sri Lanka (COSL) has issued a warning regarding the potential spread of eye diseases in safe shelters housing individuals affected by Cyclone Ditwah. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 9, 2025 12:02 pm

Over 5,000 houses completely destroyed across Sri Lanka by Cyclone Ditwah

The total number of houses completely destroyed across Sri Lanka due to the severe disaster situation caused by Cyclone Ditwah has surpassed 5,000, according to the latest report issued by the Disaster Management Centre (DMC). MORE..

(0)Comments | December 9, 2025 11:35 am

Level 3 (Red) landslide evacuation warning issued to several areas in four districts

The Disaster Management Center (DMC) has instructed District Secretaries to evacuate people living in landslide-prone areas in the districts of Kandy, Kegalle, Kurunegala, and Matale to designated safe centers. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 9, 2025 7:35 am

Heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island today

The Northeast monsoon conditions are gradually establishing over the island, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 9, 2025 6:34 am

Former Assistant Government Analyst further remanded

The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has ordered the further remand of the former Assistant Government Analyst, who was arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) on corruption charges, until December 22. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 9, 2025 11:43 am

One-fifth of Sri Lanka inundated by cyclone Ditwah - UNDP analysis

An estimated 2.3 million people – more than half of them women – were living in areas flooded by Cyclone Ditwah that struck Sri Lanka on 28 November. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 9, 2025 11:56 am

NBRO extends landslide warnings, identifies 15,000 high-risk areas

The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) reports that about 15,000 landslide-prone locations have been identified across the country, and nearly 5,000 families residing in those high-risk areas have already been relocated. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 9, 2025 11:06 am

Irrigation Dept. lowers several reservoir water levels ahead of expected rainfall

The Department of Irrigation reports that water levels in several major reservoirs across the country are being further reduced in response to rainfall forecasts for the coming days. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 9, 2025 10:02 am

New Basnayake Nilame of Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Devalaya appointed

Thilina Madushanka has been appointed as the Basnayake Nilame of the Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Devalaya, Ada Derana reporter said.

(0)Comments | December 9, 2025 11:08 am

Trump warns of new tariffs on India, says they should not “Dump Rice” in US

US President Donald Trump has warned that he may introduce new tariffs on agricultural imports, especially on rice imports from India and fertiliser from Canada, as trade talks with both countries continue without major progress. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 9, 2025 9:38 am

Advisory issued for heavy rainfall above 100 mm

The Department of Meteorology has issued an ‘Amber’ advisory for heavy rainfall above 100 millimeters over the next 24 hours in parts of the island. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 9, 2025 8:40 am

Measures implemented to register deaths of persons reported dead or missing after Cyclone ‘Ditwah’

The Registrar General’s Department of Sri Lanka has announced that the necessary legal provisions have been implemented to register the deaths of individuals who died or went missing due to landslides and floods caused by Cyclone Ditwah. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 9, 2025 8:02 am

Former Chairman of SLBFE Mohammed Hilmi granted bail

The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has ordered the release on bail of the former Chairman of the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE), Mohammed Hilmi who was arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) in connection with an alleged corruption charge. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 9, 2025 11:21 am

Youth murdered with sharp weapon over financial dispute in Panadura

A youth has been murdered with a sharp weapon in the Walana Road area of the Panadura South Police Division, according to police. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 9, 2025 10:04 am

Trump urges Cambodia, Thailand to honour ceasefire as fighting reignites

US President Donald Trump expects Cambodia and Thailand to “fully honor” their ceasefire commitments following renewed clashes along their disputed border that has forced thousands of people to flee, a senior administration official said on Monday (Dec 8). MORE..

(0)Comments | December 9, 2025 6:47 am

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