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Colombo inflation remains unchanged at 2.1% in November 2025
Colombo inflation remains unchanged at 2.1% in November 2025
The overall rate of inflation, as measured by the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI) on a Year-on-Year (Y-o-Y) basis, remains unchanged at 2.1% in November 2025, compared to the month of October, according to the latest data released by the Department of Census and Statistics (DCS). MORE..
UK pledges US$ 890,000 for Sri Lanka’s disaster relief operation
UK pledges US$ 890,000 for Sri Lanka’s disaster relief operation
The British government has announced that it will provide US$ 890,000 (£675,000) worth of urgent humanitarian support for Sri Lanka. MORE..
Tri-Force personnel continue nationwide disaster rescue and relief operations
Tri-Force personnel continue nationwide disaster rescue and relief operations
Sri Lanka’s tri-forces have intensified rescue and relief operations across the country as heavy rains and rising flood levels impacted the livelihoods of thousands of families. MORE..
Pakistan helicopter used to evacuate stranded family from Kotikawatta
Pakistan helicopter used to evacuate stranded family from Kotikawatta
A Pakistan helicopter has been used to rescue a stranded family, including a 7-month-old infant from a rooftop of a house in Kotikawatta. MORE..
Agriculture Ministry issues notice on transportation of vegetables
Agriculture Ministry issues notice on transportation of vegetables
Vegetables such as cabbage, carrots and beans are currently being received in significant quantities at the economic centers in Welimada, Keppetipola and other areas in the Badulla District, which is a major vegetable-producing region, according to the Ministry of Agriculture. MORE..
Management Committee appointed for ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund
Management Committee appointed for ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the establishment of the ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund, which aims to rebuild the country after the immense damage caused by Cyclone ‘Ditwa’, one of the worst natural disasters in Sri Lanka’s recent history. MORE..
Necessary steps taken under emergency regulations - Essential Services Commissioner General
Necessary steps taken under emergency regulations - Essential Services Commissioner General
The Office of the Commissioner General of Essential Services is taking necessary decisions under emergency regulations, to deal with the on-going disaster situation in the country, Prabath Chandrakeerthi, the Commissioner General of Essential Services said. MORE..
Govt to launch robust post-disaster rebuilding fund backed by broad stakeholder support
Govt to launch robust post-disaster rebuilding fund backed by broad stakeholder support
The government has decided to initiate a medium and long-term recovery programme, integrating both the public and private sectors, to mobilise resources for rebuilding the country’s essential infrastructure, such as highways and irrigation systems damaged by the recent disaster. MORE..
Water level of Kelani River receding at Hanwella and several locations
Water level of Kelani River receding at Hanwella and several locations
The water level of the Kelani River is receding at several locations according to the latest assessment made by the Department of Irrigation. MORE..
China announces emergency assistance for disaster relief efforts in Sri Lanka
China announces emergency assistance for disaster relief efforts in Sri Lanka
The people of China share the grief of those affected by the severe floods and landslides triggered by Cyclone Ditwah, which have caused substantial casualties and extensive property damage in Sri Lanka in recent days, the Chinese Embassy in Colombo said. MORE..
Level 3 (Red) landslide evacuation warning issued to several areas in six districts
Level 3 (Red) landslide evacuation warning issued to several areas in six districts
A ‘Level-3’ (Red) landslide evacuation warning has been issued for multiple areas in six districts by the National Building and Research Organisation (NBRO). MORE..
Sri Lanka’s death toll from adverse weather climbs to 366
Sri Lanka’s death toll from adverse weather climbs to 366
The death toll due to the adverse weather conditions experienced in the country in the past few days has climbed to 366, the Disaster Management Center (DMC) has confirmed. MORE..
Police warn against sharing false news on social media during disaster situations
Police warn against sharing false news on social media during disaster situations
Strict legal action will be taken against individuals who spread false news on social media during the disaster situation, a time when the entire nation is united, Police Media Spokesperson Assistant Superintendent of Police F. U. Wootler noted. MORE..
Public urged to exercise caution regarding risk of infectious and vector-borne diseases amidst floods
Public urged to exercise caution regarding risk of infectious and vector-borne diseases amidst floods
The general public has been urged to exercise caution regarding the high risk of infectious and vector-borne diseases amid the ongoing flooding and waterlogging situation. MORE..
Validity of November train season tickets extended
Validity of November train season tickets extended
The Department of Railways has announced that the validity period of train season tickets issued for the month of November has been extended until December 7, 2025. MORE..
CSE’s major indices record losses
CSE’s major indices record losses
The Colombo Stock Exchange’s (CSE) main indices recorded significant losses today, with the All Share Price Index (ASPI) falling by 690.76 points or 3.04% to close at 22,022.06 points. MORE..
Flood warning for Mahaweli River Basin extended
Flood warning for Mahaweli River Basin extended
The Irrigation Department has announced that the flood warning issued for the Mahaweli River Basin under Flood Warning Bulletin No. 08, released on 29 November 2025 at 12:30 p.m., has been extended for an additional 48 hours. MORE..
RDA issues list of roads disrupted due to disaster situation
RDA issues list of roads disrupted due to disaster situation
The Road Development Authority has issued a statement regarding roads that have been disrupted due to the disaster situation caused by heavy rainfall. MORE..
Indian Air Force helicopter used to rescue group of individuals from Nuwara Eliya
Indian Air Force helicopter used to rescue group of individuals from Nuwara Eliya
An Indian Air Force helicopter has rescued a group of injured individuals and children affected by the disaster situation in Nuwara Eliya and Kotmale. MORE..
No Laugfs Gas price revision in December
No Laugfs Gas price revision in December
LAUGFS Gas PLC has confirmed that there will be no price revision for domestic gas cylinder refills in the month of December, 2025. MORE..
Expenditure heads of four ministries approved in Parliament
Expenditure heads of four ministries approved in Parliament
Expenditure heads of four ministries have been approved in Parliament today (01). MORE..
Vadduvakal Bridge breaks in two places due to flooding
Vadduvakal Bridge breaks in two places due to flooding
The Vadduvakal bridge in Mullaitivu has collapsed in two places due to flooding, the Road Development Authority stated. MORE..
Sri Lanka Police grant grace period for those with expired driving licences
Sri Lanka Police grant grace period for those with expired driving licences
Sri Lanka Police have decided to grant a grace period allowing drivers—who were unable to renew their driving licences—to drive without legal obstruction owing to the adverse weather conditions. MORE..
Chilaw General Hospital temporarily closed due to severe flooding
Chilaw General Hospital temporarily closed due to severe flooding
The Chilaw General Hospital has been temporarily closed until further notice following severe flooding caused by heavy rains, Hospital Director Dr. Sumith Attanayake confirmed. MORE..
IDH and Mulleriyawa Mental Health Institute not flooded - Ministry
IDH and Mulleriyawa Mental Health Institute not flooded - Ministry
The Ministry of Health has categorically rejected claims circulating on social media suggesting that the National Institute of Infectious Diseases (NIID), formerly known as the Infectious Diseases Hospital (IDH), and the Mulleriyawa National Institute of Mental Health have been flooded. MORE..