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Colombo Central Bus Stand damage may be organised act: Deputy Minister

10 Apr 2026

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Damage caused to sanitary facilities at the newly renovated Colombo Central Bus Stand may be the result of an organised activity, Transport and Highways Deputy Minister M.M. Prasanna Kumara Gunasena said.

El Niño may trigger drought until September: Met. Department warns

10 Apr 2026

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The Meteorology Department has warned that if El Niño conditions develop during the southwest monsoon, the country could face a prolonged drought lasting until September.

Public advised to take precautions during hot New Year period

10 Apr 2026

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Health authorities are urging the public to take necessary precautions when organizing and participating in Sinhala and Tamil New Year festivities, citing the prevailing extreme hot weather conditions across the country.

Firecracker demand remains strong despite cyclone impact: ACFMA

10 Apr 2026

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The All Ceylon Fireworks Manufacturers Association (ACFMA) says there is a satisfactory demand for firecrackers ahead of the Sinhala and Tamil New Year season, despite disruptions caused by the recent Ditwah cyclone.

Second term school holiday begins today

10 Apr 2026

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The second phase of the first school term in government and government-approved schools will conclude today (10), the The Education Ministry said.

Private university student clash at Homagama hotel leaves teen dead

10 Apr 2026

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Police have launched a detailed investigation following a fatal confrontation between two groups of students from a private university at a hotel in the Moragahahena area of Homagama, which left a 19-year-old dead.

Special trains announced for New Year travel

09 Apr 2026

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Sri Lanka Railways Department (SLRD) has announced the operation of several special trains to facilitate passenger travel during the upcoming Sinhala and Tamil New Year period.

Government to modernize public transport for safety and convenience

09 Apr 2026

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The government’s objective is to transform public transportation into a safe, technologically advanced service that can be used with convenience by all citizens.

CAA launches action against overpricing in trains and canteens

09 Apr 2026

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The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has launched strict legal action against traders engaging in overpricing and failing to display price information in trains and railway station canteens.

FSP challenges legality of coal tenders, plans court action

09 Apr 2026

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The Frontline Socialist Party (FSP) has raised serious allegations over the awarding of two coal tenders, claiming that both long-term and emergency contracts are illegal and calling for legal intervention.

Public urged to brace for rising heat as amber advisory issued

09 Apr 2026

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Residents across multiple provinces have been alerted to expect heightened heat conditions following an Amber-level warm weather advisory issued by the Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre at 3:30 p.m. today (9).

Illegal quartz mining site in Wellawaya raided; Equipment and minerals seized

09 Apr 2026

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An unauthorized quartz mining operation in the Kotikambokka area of Alikota Ara in Wellawaya was raided by officers of the Sri Lanka Police Special Task Force in collaboration with the Geological Survey and Mines Bureau (GSMB), officials said.

Education Ministry warns against high-cost school events

09 Apr 2026

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The Education Ministry has issued a directive urging schools to exercise financial prudence when organizing festivals and other celebrations, following concerns over excessive spending that may place an additional burden on parents.

Fundamental rights petition seeks levy on single-use polythene bags

09 Apr 2026

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A Fundamental Rights petition has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking the immediate introduction of a regulated levy on single-use polythene bags, along with a structured mechanism to promote environmentally friendly alternatives.

QR-based tea fertilizer system surpasses 2024/25 in 6 months

09 Apr 2026

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The distribution of subsidized tea fertilizer through Sri Lanka’s new QR-based system has shown significant progress within six months since its launch on October 1, surpassing performance recorded in the 2024/2025 period.

10–15 forest fires reported this year due to hot weather: DMC

09 Apr 2026

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At least 10 to 15 forest fire incidents have been reported so far this year due to the prevailing hot weather conditions, Director of the Disaster Management Centre, Pradeep Kodippili said.

Heat to intensify after June: Meteorology official

09 Apr 2026

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Heat conditions in the country are likely to intensify in the months following June, Additional Director General of the Department of Meteorology, Ajith Wijemanne said.

Water cut announced for Homagama and surrounding areas

09 Apr 2026

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Water supply to areas including Homagama town, Wekanda Road, Pinketha Road, Walawwa Road, Gemunu Mawatha, Athurugiriya Road, Galawilawatta, Niyandagala, Mahakatuwana, Magammana, Deniya and the Diyagama University area will be suspended from 8:00 p.m. today (9) to 8:00 a.m. on Friday, April 10, the National Water Supply and Dranage Board (NWSDB) said.

This is how Colombo Fort Railway Station will look in 15 months: Minister

09 Apr 2026

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Transport Minister Bimal Ratnayake has announced that the Colombo Fort Railway Station will be renovated and completed within 15 months, revealing a vision of how the station is expected to look after the project.

Doctors’ union urges CID probe into Lakvijaya coal deal

09 Apr 2026

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The Doctors’ Trade Union Alliance for Medical and Civil Rights has formally requested the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to launch an immediate criminal investigation into the alleged procurement of undersized coal for the Lakvijaya Power Plant.