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Advisory for flood preparedness issued by Irrigation Department

Sri Lanka, Jan. 8 -- Based on forecasts issued by the Department of Meteorology, enhanced rainfall is expected in river basins located within the Uva, Eastern, Central, North Central, and Northern Pro... Read More


Depression over Bay of Bengal to intensify into deep depression, Showers above 100 mm predicted in several areas

Sri Lanka, Jan. 8 -- The depression over the Bay of Bengal, located to the southeast of Sri Lanka, was centered about 490 km southeast of Pottuvil, at 11:30 p.m. yesterday (07), the Department of Mete... Read More


Depression over Bay of Bengal likely to intensify into deep depression, Showers above 100 mm predicted in several areas

Sri Lanka, Jan. 8 -- The depression over the Bay of Bengal, located to the southeast of Sri Lanka, was centered near latitude 5.3degN and longitude 86.0degE, about 490 km southeast of Pottuvil, at 11:... Read More


Discussions held with foreign unis on establishing technology R&D institution in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka, Jan. 8 -- A discussion has been held focusing on several key proposals, including the establishment of a technology research and development institution in Sri Lanka aimed at strengthening ... Read More


Fatal road accidents increased last year; 14 elephants killed by trains in 2025 - Dy. Minister

Sri Lanka, Jan. 8 -- Deputy Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development Prasanna Gunasena says that the number of fatal accidents recorded in 2025 have slightly increased in comparison to th... Read More


Sri Lanka to receive ten Bell 206 helicopters from US under defense program

Sri Lanka, Jan. 8 -- The United States has announced it will provide ten TH-57 (Bell 206 Sea Ranger) helicopters to the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) at no cost for the equipment itself with delivery exp... Read More


Sri Lankan garment exports granted tariff-free access to UK from Jan. 01

Sri Lanka, Jan. 8 -- The Sri Lankan garment manufacturers have secured unprecedented access to the UK market under liberalised trade rules, the British High Commission in Colombo said. Under the revi... Read More


Strict action against drivers operating vehicles under the influence of narcotics - Minister

Sri Lanka, Jan. 8 -- Strict legal action will be enforced against individuals who operate vehicles under the influence of not only alcohol but also any form of narcotic substances, Minister of Transpo... Read More


500 tabs issued to police officers in line with introduction of new digital insurance card

Sri Lanka, Jan. 8 -- A total of 500 tablet devices have been issued to traffic police officers in the Western Province, enabling efficient access to the enhanced Sri Lanka Police Road Accident Data Ma... Read More


Heatwave hits Australia as officials warn of 'catastrophic' fire risk

Sri Lanka, Jan. 8 -- Parts of Australia will face catastrophic fire conditions on Friday, when heatwaves are expected to hit most of the country. Severe to extreme heatwaves have been declared in eve... Read More