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SLAF honors deceased pilot's heroism in flood rescue mission in Wennappuwa

Sri Lanka, Dec. 1 -- The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) has issued a special statement regarding the pilot who was killed while engaged in rescue operations for people affected by the adverse weather cond... Read More


Navy rescues over 300 people following Mavil Aru tank embankment breach

Sri Lanka, Dec. 1 -- The Sri Lanka Navy is continuing extensive rescue and relief operations in areas affected by flooding caused by the breach of a section of the Mavil Aru tank embankment in Trincom... Read More


China announces US$ 1 mln cash donation and RMB 10 mln worth of relief supplies to Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka, Dec. 1 -- The government of China has announced a donation of USD 1 million in cash for on-going disaster relief operations in Sri Lanka. The Chinese Embassy in Sri Lanka said in addition ... Read More


Colombo inflation remains unchanged at 2.1% in November 2025

Sri Lanka, Dec. 1 -- The overall rate of inflation, as measured by the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI) on a Year-on-Year (Y-o-Y) basis, remains unchanged at 2.1% in November 2025, compared to the ... Read More


UK pledges US$ 890,000 for Sri Lanka's disaster relief operation

Sri Lanka, Dec. 1 -- The British government has announced that it will provide US$ 890,000 (£675,000) worth of urgent humanitarian support for Sri Lanka. The announcement comes as Sri Lanka reco... Read More


Tri-Force personnel continue nationwide disaster rescue and relief operations

Sri Lanka, Dec. 1 -- Sri Lanka's tri-forces have intensified rescue and relief operations across the country as heavy rains and rising flood levels impacted the livelihoods of thousands of families. ... Read More


Nayaru main bridge in Mullaitivu collapses amid heavy flooding

Sri Lanka, Dec. 1 -- The Disaster Management Centre in Mullaitivu has stated that the Nayaru main bridge, Mullaitivu has been completely collapsed due to severe flooding. As a result of the damage, v... Read More


Pakistan helicopter used to evacuate stranded family from Kotikawatta

Sri Lanka, Dec. 1 -- A Pakistan helicopter has been used to rescue a stranded family, including a 7-month-old infant from the rooftop of a house in Kotikawatta. During the ongoing Humanitarian Assist... Read More


Railway Department announces revised time table for today

Sri Lanka, Dec. 1 -- The Railway Department has announced revised train operations for today (01) due to existing obstructions along several railway lines. Accordingly, 19 train services will operate... Read More


Water level at Nagalagam Street gauge surpasses 8-foot mark

Sri Lanka, Dec. 1 -- Due to the rising water levels in the Kelani River Basin, Hanwella and several surrounding low-lying areas are currently experiencing a major flood situation. The Irrigation Depa... Read More