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Red Alert Issued for Strong Winds and Rough Seas in Coastal Areas

Srilanka, June 13 -- The Department of Meteorology has issued a red warning for strong winds and rough seas, effective from 2:30 PM on June 13 until 2:30 AM on June 14. This warning applies to the se... Read More


Health Authorities Warn of Rising Rat Fever Cases

Srilanka, June 12 -- The Epidemiology Division of the Ministry of Health has reported a concerning increase in rat fever cases across Sri Lanka. According to Community Health Specialist Dr. Thushani ... Read More


Health Officials Confirm Two Deaths from New COVID-19 Variant in Sri Lanka

Srilanka, June 12 -- Health authorities have confirmed that two individuals have died due to complications from the new COVID-19 variant currently spreading across Sri Lanka, according to Prof. Dushan... Read More


Upcountry Train Services Restored

Srilanka, June 12 -- Train services along the Upcountry railway line have been fully restored, according to the Department of Railways. Operations were temporarily disrupted after a section of track ... Read More


Prisons Media Spokesperson Resigns

Srilanka, June 12 -- Superintendent of Prisons, Gamini B. Dissanayake, who served as the Media Spokesperson for the Department of Prisons, has officially tendered his resignation. According to depart... Read More


National Animal Census Report Released

Srilanka, June 12 -- The National Animal Census conducted on March 15 has officially released its findings today (June 12) at the Ministry of Agriculture. According to the report, Sri Lanka is home t... Read More


National Nutrition Month 2025 Kicks Off

Srilanka, June 12 -- National Nutrition Month 2025, themed "Vegetables and Fruits: Always Keep You Healthy," was officially launched yesterday (June 11) at the Waters Edge Hotel, Battaramulla, under t... Read More


Sacred Sripada Faces Growing Pollution Threat: 241 Tons of Waste Collected

Srilanka, June 12 -- During the 2024/2025 Sripada pilgrimage season, local pilgrims arriving via Nallathanniya dumped approximately 241 tons of waste into the sacred Sripada Reserve, according to Mask... Read More


Navy Nabs 76 Suspects in Crackdown on Illegal Fishing Operations

Srilanka, June 12 -- The Sri Lanka Navy, in collaboration with the Air Force, has apprehended 76 individuals engaged in illegal fishing activities using prohibited gear, including 17 unauthorized nets... Read More


Massive Development Drive: 2077 Projects Greenlit in Batticaloa

Srilanka, June 12 -- The Batticaloa District Coordination Committee meeting was held on June 11 at the Old District Secretariat Conference Hall, Batticaloa, under the patronage of the newly appointed ... Read More