Advisory issued for severe lightning in parts of the island

The Meteorology Department warns that thundershowers accompanied by severe lightning are likely to occur at several places in Western, Central, Southern, Sabaragamuwa, Uva, North-western and North-central provinces and in and Mannar district.

There may be temporary localized strong winds during thundershowers, the Met. Department said.

Thus, the...

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Deadline for accepting donations to Gaza Children s Fund extended

The deadline for the Children of Gaza Fund, initiated by President Ranil Wickremesinghe to aid those affected by conflicts in Gaza, has now been extended until May 31, 2024. 

Originally scheduled to conclude on April 30, 2024, the extension follows a widespread appeal from across the island. Irrespective of background, citizens have rallied behind...

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Geologists assess landslide-prone area near Uma Oya Project in Karandagolla

A team of senior geologists from the National Building Research Organization (NBRO) engaged in a special observation of the reactivated landslide-prone area near the Uma Oya Project in Karandagolla today (29). 

The Badulla District Secretary has confirmed that efforts are underway to reduce water levels in the hilly terrain through short-term...

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Japanese Foreign Minister to visit Sri Lanka next week

Minister of Foreign Affairs of Japan Yoko Kamikawa is scheduled to undertake an official visit to Sri Lanka from 04 to 05 May 2024, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. 

Issuing a statement, the Foreign Ministry mentioned that during this visit, the Japanese Foreign Minister is scheduled to pay courtesy calls on President Ranil Wickremesinghe and...

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Two individuals sentenced to death over 2002 murder

Two accused who were found guilty of attacking a person to death with a sharp weapon in the Gas Paha Junction area in Colombo around 22 years ago, have been sentenced to death by court.

The incident in question had taken place on 08 August 2002.

This order was issued by Colombo High Court judge Amal Ranaraja who delivered the sentencing today (29),...

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