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Avoid phones in first five minutes after waking: Professor Diyanath

India, May 23 -- The first five minutes after waking up in the morning are extremely important and should be used for reflection rather than immediately reaching for a mobile phone, Professor Diyanath... Read More


Rough seas, strong winds expected around island

India, May 23 -- Showers or thundershowers are expected at several places in the sea areas off the coast stretching from Puttalam to Hambantota via Colombo and Galle during the next 24 hours, accordin... Read More


Minor flood risk warning issued for Kalu Ganga basin areas

India, May 23 -- A considerable amount of rainfall has been recorded in the catchment areas of the Kalu Ganga basin as of now, the Irrigation Department said. Based on the current rainfall situation ... Read More


South-West monsoon gradually sets in over Sri Lanka - Met Dept.

India, May 23 -- The South-West monsoon is gradually establishing itself over the island, the Meteorology Department said. Showers or thundershowers are expected at times in the Western, Sabaragamuwa... Read More


144 financial cybercrime cases under investigation this year

Sri Lanka, May 22 -- A total number of 144 cybercrime cases are under investigation this year, Minister of Public Security Ananda Wijepala revealed in Parliament yesterday. Minister Wijepala who resp... Read More


Handle the economy diligently: Opposition

Sri Lanka, May 22 -- Few opposition political parties yesterday urged the government to act diligently and manage the sliding of the rupee to save the economy. Warning that the money market would fal... Read More


No decision to ban vehicle imports or restrict other imports: Deputy Minister

Sri Lanka, May 22 -- The government has not taken any decision to ban vehicle imports or restrict other imports, Deputy Minister of Finance Anil Jayantha said today. He told Parliament that the gover... Read More


14 students confirmed with meningitis in Uva Province

Sri Lanka, May 22 -- Health officials have confirmed that 10 students showing symptoms of meningitis are currently receiving treatment at the Welimada Base Hospital, while a further 18 students with s... Read More


Heavy rains raise Castlereagh, Maussakelle water levels

Sri Lanka, May 22 -- Heavy rainfall recorded in the Castlereagh and Maussakelle catchment areas has led to a rise in reservoir water levels, reservoir engineers said. According to engineers, signific... Read More


New cyber security law to be introduced soon: Deputy Minister

Sri Lanka, May 22 -- A new cyber security law will be introduced under which a Cyber Security Regulatory Authority will be introduced soon, Deputy Minister of Digital Infrastructure Eranga Weeraratne ... Read More