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Met Department forecasts surge in rainfall across Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka, May 10 -- A significant increase in rainfall is expected across the country over the next few days, according to Malith Fernando, a meteorologist attached to the Department of Meteorology. ... Read More


Expert committee appointed to draft National Policy on Medical Education

Sri Lanka, May 10 -- The Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education has appointed a special expert committee to draft a national policy on medical education in the country. The ... Read More


Sri Lanka President extends congratulations to Vijay on appointment as TN Chief Minister

Sri Lanka, May 10 -- President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has extended its congratulations to C. Joseph Vijay following his swearing-in as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, highlighting the deep-rooted hist... Read More


Corpse found floating near Colombo Port sparks police inquiry

Sri Lanka, May 10 -- An investigation has been launched by the Sri Lanka Police following reports of a body found in the sea off the coast near the Port of Colombo. According to police, the identity ... Read More


Spill gates opened in 9 major reservoirs amid heavy rainfall

Sri Lanka, May 10 -- Due to the prevailing rainfall, nine major reservoirs and five medium-scale reservoirs operated by the Department of Irrigation are currently spilling, the department announced. ... Read More


Sri Lankan passenger arrested with over 4 kg of 'hashish' at BIA

Sri Lanka, May 10 -- A Sri Lankan passenger who had arrived in the country carrying a consignment of the narcotic 'hashish' has been arrested by officers of the Airport Police Narcotics Bureau (PNB) a... Read More


Four schools in Deniyaya to remain closed for two days amid spreading illness

Sri Lanka, May 10 -- Four schools in the Deniyaya Education Zone that were temporarily closed due to a rapidly spreading flu outbreak among schoolchildren will remain closed for two more days. Deniya... Read More


Heavy falls above 100 mm expected in most places over the island

Sri Lanka, May 10 -- The low-level atmospheric disturbance in the vicinity of Sri Lanka is likely to develop into a low-pressure area around May 11, the Department of Meteorology said. Therefore, the... Read More


Iran says it has responded to US proposal for ending war

Sri Lanka, May 10 -- Iran has sent its response to the latest US proposal for ending the conflict that began at the end of February, according to state media. "The Islamic Republic of Iran's response... Read More


Final rites of former SriLankan Airlines CEO Kapila Chandrasena held at Borella Cemetery

Sri Lanka, May 10 -- The final rites of former SriLankan Airlines Chief Executive Officer Kapila Chandrasena were conducted this evening (10) at the Borella General Cemetery. Chandrasena's body was f... Read More