Govt to provide Rs. 500,000 to cyclone-hit households without assessments

27 Dec 2025

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The government will provide Rs. 500,000 to each household affected by the Ditwah cyclone without conducting individual damage assessments, Minister of Public Security Ananda Wijepala said.

Showers expected in several areas; Public urged to take precautions

27 Dec 2025

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A few showers are expected to occur in parts of the Northern, Eastern and Uva provinces, as well as in the Polonnaruwa, Matale and Nuwara Eliya districts, according to the latest weather forecast.

Risk of Propofol shortage could disrupt major surgeries: Doctors Warn

27 Dec 2025

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There is a growing risk of a shortage of propofol infusion/injection, a key drug used for anesthesia in surgical procedures, Medical and Civil Rights Doctors’ Trade Union Alliance Chairman Dr. Chamal Sanjeewa said.

No explosives found so far at Kandy District Secretariat: Police

26 Dec 2025

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Police said that no explosives have been found in search operations conducted so far at the Kandy District Secretariat, following information that bombs had been hidden within the premises.

Bomb threat reported at Kandy District Secretariat

26 Dec 2025

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Kandy police said that people inside the District Secretariat in Kandy were evacuated today following a bomb threat.

Two-minute silence to be observed today

26 Dec 2025

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A two-minute silence will be observed today (26) in memory of those who lost their lives in the tsunami and other disasters, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said.

Suspect arrested in probe into murder of former Mulleriyawa PS Vice Chairman in 2022

26 Dec 2025

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Police yesterday arrested a suspect wanted in connection with the shooting death of a former Vice Chairman of the Mulleriyawa Pradeshiya Sabha in Kotikawatta.

Sri Lanka tops South Asia in elephant deaths

25 Dec 2025

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Sri Lanka has recorded the highest number of elephant deaths in South Asia and is often cited by conservationists as having the world’s highest elephant mortality rate caused by human–elephant conflict, despite having a much smaller elephant population than India, wildlife officials said.

Prison authorities allow festive food items for inmates on Christmas Day

25 Dec 2025

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Prison authorities have made special arrangements to allow visitors to bring food and sweets for inmates in celebration of Christmas Day today (25).

Public urged to follow electrical safety during Christmas, New Year

25 Dec 2025

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The public has also been cautioned not to overload extension cords and to use only SLS-certified electrical products of proper standards, as authorities warn of an increased risk of electrocution during the Christmas and New Year festive season.

Public urged to be vigilant as road accidents may rise during festive season

25 Dec 2025

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Health officials have warned that road accidents are likely to increase during the ongoing festive season and urged the public to exercise greater caution while travelling.

Drivers’ cooperation vital to ease expressway congestion: RDA chief

24 Dec 2025

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The cooperation of drivers is crucial to reducing congestion on Sri Lanka’s expressways, Director General of the Road Development Authority (RDA) Wimal Kandambi said today.

Special bus and train services launched for festive season

24 Dec 2025

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Special bus and train services from Colombo to outstation areas and back to the capital were launched today (24) for the festive season under the supervision of the National Transport Commission (NTC).

Submit information by January 6 for cyclone ‘Ditwah’ relief, Ministry says

24 Dec 2025

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The Ministry of Women and Child Affairs has launched a post-disaster registration process to provide aid to women and children affected by Cyclone ‘Ditwah’.

Namal criticises IGP over alleged attacks on police officers

23 Dec 2025

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Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organiser and Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa has strongly criticised the Inspector General of Police (IGP), questioning whether he should feel ashamed to serve a government whose Members of Parliament allegedly attack police officers on the streets.

Temporary driving licence facility extended to Sri Lankans at BIA

23 Dec 2025

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The Department of Motor Traffic has expanded its temporary driving licence service to include Sri Lankan citizens and Sri Lankans with dual citizenship through its office at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA).

University Teachers’ Association opposes postponement of appointments

23 Dec 2025

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The University of Sri Jayewardenepura Teachers’ Association has opposed a decision by the University Grants Commission (UGC) to delay appointments to vacant positions of Heads of Departments and Deans of Faculties.

Cabinet approves tariff relief on milk fish imports to support local production

23 Dec 2025

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The Cabinet has approved a proposal by the Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Marine Resources to provide tariff relief on the import of Milk fish until local production can fully meet demand.

Government approves procurement of LPG cylinders for Litro Gas Lanka Limited

23 Dec 2025

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The government has approved the procurement of LPG cylinders required by Litro Gas Lanka Limited, including 120,000 2.3 kg cylinders, 185,000 5 kg cylinders, 450,000 12.5 kg cylinders, and 7,000 37.5 kg cylinders.

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Government approves Suraksha student insurance programme for 2025/2026 with key amendments

23 Dec 2025

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The government has approved the implementation of the Suraksha Student Insurance Programme for the year 2025/2026, following a review of issues identified during its previous rollout. Circular instructions will be issued to guide the programme’s execution with key amendments.