Deputy Minister calls for joint plan to maintain Colombo canals and walkways

26 May 2026

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Deputy Minister of Urban Development Eranga Gunasekara has called for the implementation of a joint institutional plan for the regular maintenance of reservoirs, canals and walkways in Colombo and surrounding urban areas.

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Southwest monsoon brings heavy rain, strong winds across island

26 May 2026

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The Meteorological Department said the southwest monsoon is gradually establishing over Sri Lanka, with a further increase in rainfall expected across the southwestern parts of the island.

Badulla Teaching Hospital merges SICU and MICU due to doctor shortage

26 May 2026

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A shortage of doctors at the Badulla Teaching Hospital has prompted authorities to merge the hospital’s Special Intensive Care Unit (SICU) and Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) units and operate them as a single SICU unit from today, hospital sources said.

SLBFE predicts record remittances in 2026

26 May 2026

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Sri Lanka is expected to record its highest-ever foreign worker remittances by the end of 2026, Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) Chairman Kosala Wickramasinghe said.

Minister orders fast recruitment at NCPA

25 May 2026

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Minister of Women and Child Affairs Saroja Savitri Paulraj has instructed the Ministry Secretary and the Additional Secretary (Administration) to take immediate steps to recruit the required staff to streamline investigation activities at the National Child Protection Authority (NCPA).

Water levels stable in major rivers: Irrigation Department

25 May 2026

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Water levels in all major rivers across the country remained at normal levels as of 6.00 p.m. today, according to the Irrigation Department’s latest hydrology report.

Railway station phone lines restored after Rs.2.9 mn payment

25 May 2026

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Public telephone lines at railway stations across the country, which were disconnected earlier today due to non-payment of bills, have now been restored after the outstanding payment was settled this evening, the Railways Department said.

Health Ministry issues sweeping meningitis directive amid concerns over school spread

25 May 2026

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A special set of nationwide instructions issued by the Epidemiology Unit of the Health Ministry on the control of enteroviral meningitis has sparked attention, as the disease is reported to be spreading in schools and community settings across the country.

Railway station communications cut off over unpaid bills

25 May 2026

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Public telephone lines at all railway stations across the country have been disconnected due to non-payment of bills, causing inconvenience to passengers and station staff.

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Election decisions belong to Parliament, EC: Namal

25 May 2026

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The decisions on holding elections should be made by Parliament and the Election Commission, questioning how a party secretary could announce whether an election would or would not be held, Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna National Organiser and MP Namal Rajapaksa said.

Thundershowers, severe lightning expected after 1 p.m.

25 May 2026

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The of Meteorology Department has issued a warning that thundershowers accompanied by severe lightning are likely to occur at several places in the Uva Province and in the Ampara and Batticaloa districts after 1.00 p.m. today.

First pediatric kidney transplant outside children’s hospital performed in Polonnaruwa

25 May 2026

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The first pediatric kidney transplant performed at a peripheral hospital outside a children’s hospital in Sri Lanka has been successfully completed at the Polonnaruwa China-Sri Lanka Friendship Kidney Hospital, health officials announced.

Rough seas, strong winds expected around island

23 May 2026

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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, according to the latest weather forecast issued at 2.00 p.m. today (23).

Avoid phones in first five minutes after waking: Professor Diyanath

23 May 2026

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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 Samarasinghe said.

Toxic pesticide ban reduced suicides by 70%: Minister

23 May 2026

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The gradual banning of highly toxic pesticides since 1990 had helped reduce suicides in the country by nearly 70%, and urged countries worldwide to include pesticide restrictions in their suicide prevention strategies, Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said.

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Bandula shares ride in self-driving taxi in Hollywood

22 May 2026

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Former Minister Bandula Gunawardena had shared a video on his official Facebook page showcasing his experience riding in a Waymo self-driving vehicle in Hollywood, highlighting the growing use of autonomous transport technology.

Sri Lanka invites Vietnamese investors, unveils 30 projects

22 May 2026

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Sri Lanka has declared itself open for investment, highlighting a reformed and stabilised economy with strong growth prospects and a structured pipeline of investment opportunities across multiple sectors. The message was delivered by Dr. Sulakshana Jayawardena, Acting Chairman of the Board of Investment (BOI) of Sri Lanka, at the Sri Lanka–Vietnam Trade, Investment & Tourism Cooperation Forum held on 8 May 2026.

Mangrove guardian project launched in Chankanai

22 May 2026

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The Mangrove Guardian Project, funded by ChildFund Sri Lanka and implemented by Save a Life, was officially launched at the Chankanai Divisional Secretariat with the participation of senior government officials, stakeholders, and members of the Arali South community.

Tobacco-Free Generation policies face legal and practical challenges

22 May 2026

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The concept of creating a ’Tobacco-Free Generation’ (TFG) through legislation that bans tobacco sales to people born after a specified year is facing increasing scrutiny globally, with critics pointing to legal, economic and practical challenges experienced by countries attempting to introduce such measures.

Imposed Customs duty surcharge had favoured brand-new vehicle importers: Importers

22 May 2026

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The Vehicle Importers Association of Sri Lanka (VIASL) has raised concerns over the impact of the government’s recently imposed 50 percent surcharge on Customs Import Duties for most imported motor vehicles, claiming that the measure might have been abused by brand new vehicle import agents, even though the government has done it in good faith.