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Rice imports hit local production by 60%, says National Agrarians' Unity

Sri Lanka, July 21 -- The import of nearly 100,000 metric tons of rice has severely disrupted the local rice market, reducing demand for domestically produced rice by around 60% and creating a crisis ... और पढ़ें


Use water sparingly as El Nino raises drought risk: Irrigation Department

Sri Lanka, July 16 -- The Irrigation Department has urged farmers and the public to use irrigation and drinking water carefully as Sri Lanka faces a higher risk of drought and rising temperatures due ... और पढ़ें


Colombo canals turn into garbage dumps despite SLLDC dengue prevention claims

Sri Lanka, July 8 -- Despite claims by the Sri Lanka Land Development Corporation (SLLDC) that a special programme is underway to maintain cleanliness in Colombo's canal system and reduce dengue risks... और पढ़ें


Government paddy purchases delayed as warehouses remain full, farmers' group claims

Sri Lanka, July 2 -- The National Agrarians' Unity has alleged that government purchases of newly harvested paddy in the Northern and Eastern provinces have been delayed because warehouses operated by... और पढ़ें


High blood pressure a major cause of serious diseases: Specialist

Sri Lanka, June 12 -- High blood pressure is one of the main factors contributing to a range of serious diseases in the human body, Specialist Physician Suranga Manilgama has said. Speaking at a medi... और पढ़ें


Ragama Hospital equipment restored, saving millions

Sri Lanka, June 12 -- The Ministry of Science and Technology said that medical and technological equipment worth nearly Rs. 3 million at the Rheumatology and Rehabilitation Hospital in Ragama, which h... और पढ़ें


New National Mineral Policy comes into effect after 27 years

Sri Lanka, June 11 -- Sri Lanka's National Mineral Policy has been completely revised for the first time in 27 years and was presented to Parliament, Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Developm... और पढ़ें