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Cabinet greenlights Rs. 25,000 allowance to clean places of worship affected by Cyclone ‘Ditwah’
Cabinet greenlights Rs. 25,000 allowance to clean places of worship affected by Cyclone ‘Ditwah’
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to provide an allowance of Rs. 25,000 for cleaning and normalizing places of worship that were affected due to the adverse weather conditions across the island. MORE..
Cabinet grants approval to sign agreement with ADB to obtain US$ 3 million
Cabinet grants approval to sign agreement with ADB to obtain US$ 3 million
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to the proposal to enter into agreements with the Asian Development Bank to obtain US$ 3 million for ongoing recovery efforts. MORE..
Govt. approves proposal to purchase vehicles to improve health sector
Govt. approves proposal to purchase vehicles to improve health sector
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to procure vehicles necessary to improve the primary health care system across the island. MORE..
More than 30 dead after Myanmar military air strike hits hospital
More than 30 dead after Myanmar military air strike hits hospital
At least 34 people have died and dozens more are injured after air strikes from Myanmar’s military hit a hospital in the country’s west on Wednesday night, according to ground sources. MORE..
Bribery case filed against Rajitha Senaratne to be taken up in Jan. 2026
Bribery case filed against Rajitha Senaratne to be taken up in Jan. 2026
The Colombo High Court today (11) ordered that the case filed by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) against former Fisheries Minister Rajitha Senaratne and two other accused...MORE..
UN seeking to mobilise US$ 35 million for immediate life-saving assistance in Sri Lanka
UN seeking to mobilise US$ 35 million for immediate life-saving assistance in Sri Lanka
The United Nations today (11) launched its Humanitarian Priorities Plan to support Sri Lanka’s efforts to provide immediate life-saving assistance and restore normalcy to the lives of people affected by Cyclone Ditwah. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Kalutara, Ratnapura, Galle and Matara Districts. MORE..
Landslide red warnings issued to 37 DS divisions in four districts extended
Landslide red warnings issued to 37 DS divisions in four districts extended
The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has inspected a total of 494 landslide-prone sites following recent heavy rainfall. MORE..
No damages reported to A/L answer sheets - Exams Chief
No damages reported to A/L answer sheets - Exams Chief
No GCE Advanced Level (A/L) examination answer sheets have been damaged as a result of the recent floods and landslides across the country, the Commissioner General of Examinations, Indika Kumari Liyanage has stated. MORE..
US Under Secretary Allison Hooker arrives in Sri Lanka
US Under Secretary Allison Hooker arrives in Sri Lanka
US Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Allison Hooker has arrived in Sri Lanka for an official visit. MORE..
Education Ministry broadens access to digital learning platform; E-Thaksalawa
Education Ministry broadens access to digital learning platform; E-Thaksalawa
The Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education has strengthened digital learning platforms to support continued learning, recognizing the challenges faced by students due to the unexpected disaster caused by Cyclone Ditwah. MORE..
MP Gayantha Karunathilleka records statement with Bribery Commission
MP Gayantha Karunathilleka records statement with Bribery Commission
Parliamentarian Gayantha Karunathilleka has recorded a statement with the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) this morning (11). MORE..
Excise officer arrested for soliciting Rs. 2 million bribe
Excise officer arrested for soliciting Rs. 2 million bribe
An Excise officer attached to the Narcotics Unit of the Excise Department has been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) for allegedly soliciting a bribe of Rs. 2 million. MORE..
US could ask foreign tourists for five-year social media history before entry
US could ask foreign tourists for five-year social media history before entry
Tourists from dozens of countries including the UK could be asked to provide a five-year social media history as a condition of entry to the United States, under a new proposal unveiled by American officials. MORE..
Accurate data essential for successful post-disaster recovery: PM Harini
Accurate data essential for successful post-disaster recovery: PM Harini
Accurate data is essential for the post-disaster recovery process of the country and that a structured mechanism with public participation is needed for efficient data collection, according to Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya. MORE..
Trump launches $1m ‘gold card’ immigration visas
Trump launches $1m ‘gold card’ immigration visas
President Donald Trump has launched a scheme offering fast-tracked US visas to wealthy foreigners who can pay at least $1m (£750,000). MORE..
Egg producers reject claims of price hike during festive season
Egg producers reject claims of price hike during festive season
The All Ceylon Egg Producers’ Association has dismissed claims that egg prices will rise during the upcoming festive season, stating that such assertions have no basis. MORE..
Five suspects arrested for plotting murder in Ratmalana
Five suspects arrested for plotting murder in Ratmalana
A total of five individuals who had allegedly conspired to commit a murder have been arrested by the Western Province South Crimes Division. MORE..
Amnesty accuses Hamas of crimes against humanity on Oct 7 and afterwards
Amnesty accuses Hamas of crimes against humanity on Oct 7 and afterwards
Amnesty International on Thursday (Dec 11) accused Hamas and other Palestinian armed groups for the first time of crimes against humanity, including extermination, during and after the Oct 7, 2023 attack that sparked the war in Gaza. MORE..
US C-130J Super Hercules aircraft leaves for Jaffna with relief supplies collected by ‘Manusath Derana’
US C-130J Super Hercules aircraft leaves for Jaffna with relief supplies collected by ‘Manusath Derana’
A team from Ada Derana departed for Jaffna onboard a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules aircraft, carrying relief supplies for people affected by adverse weather conditions in the Northern Province. MORE..
85,000 individuals affected by adverse weather still in temporary shelters: DMC
85,000 individuals affected by adverse weather still in temporary shelters: DMC
A total of 85,351 individuals belonging to 26,841 families affected by recent landslides and flooding across the country are currently housed at temporary shelters, the Disaster Management Centre noted. MORE..
US forces seize oil tanker off coast of Venezuela, Trump says
US forces seize oil tanker off coast of Venezuela, Trump says
US President Donald Trump said Wednesday that the United States had seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela as tensions mount with the government of President Nicolas Maduro. MORE..
Another 238 families in Badulla evacuated due to risk of landslides
Another 238 families in Badulla evacuated due to risk of landslides
A total of 806 individuals belonging to 238 families in the Badulla District have been evacuated from their residences due to the risk of landslides. MORE..
Manusath Derana – Dialog relief initiative continues for the 14th day
Manusath Derana – Dialog relief initiative continues for the 14th day
The Manusath Derana – Dialog relief initiative, launched to help people affected by the adverse weather conditions, continues for the 14th day today (11). MORE..
Army Chief visits Chilaw to review disaster relief operations
Army Chief visits Chilaw to review disaster relief operations
The Commander of the Sri Lanka Army, Lieutenant General Lasantha Rodrigo has conducted a field visit to Chilaw to inspect ongoing disaster relief efforts. MORE..