2,300 health inspectors step up festive season food checks

22 Dec 2025

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With the approach of the festive season, nearly 2,300 Public Health Inspectors (PHIs) and Administrative Public Health Inspectors have launched islandwide raids and inspections to ensure the availability of safe and quality food for consumers.

Ondansetron tested before importation :Doctors’ Trade Union Alliance

22 Dec 2025

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The controversial Ondansetron Injection, which was later identified as containing a bacterial toxin, had undergone laboratory testing before being imported to Sri Lanka and was cleared at the time, Chairman of the Doctors’ Trade Union Alliance for Medical and Civil Rights, Dr. Chamal Sanjeewa, said.

Before you lose your phone

20 Dec 2025

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In an era where the smartphone serves as wallet, diary, and identity, the split-second loss of a device triggers a crisis far beyond hardware costs. Experts warn that the “digital nightmare” of identity theft is often facilitated by user negligence.

Minister orders urgent reforms at Werahera motor traffic office

19 Dec 2025

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The Transport, Highways and Urban DevelopmentMinister Bimal Ratnayake, has directed a series of urgent administrative and service reforms following an inspection tour of the Werahera office of the Department of Motor Traffic today (18).

Moragahakanda Reservoir to release water tonight

19 Dec 2025

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Authorities have issued a warning to residents living along the Amban River as the Moragahakanda Reservoir is set to release water tonight.

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Deputy Director of Colombo hospital suspended

19 Dec 2025

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The Health and Mass Media Ministry has taken steps to suspend Dr. Rukshan Bellana, who served as the Deputy Director of the Colombo National Hospital.

Deaths due to substandard medicine; NMRA faces legal action

19 Dec 2025

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The Medical and Civil Rights Professional Association of Doctors (MCPA) had initiated legal action against the National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA), raising serious concerns about patient safety, an official said.

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No compensation received by flood victims yet, Claims Namal

18 Dec 2025

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Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organiser and MP Namal Rajapaksa, has alleged that despite assurances from the government, no compensation has so far been received by people affected by recent adverse weather conditions.

Flood alert issued for low-lying areas along Mahaweli River

18 Dec 2025

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The Irrigation Department has warned of possible flood conditions in several low-lying areas along the Mahaweli River during the next 48 hours due to rainfall received since last night in parts of the river’s catchment areas.

Three injured in Hunnasgiriya landslide

18 Dec 2025

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The Disaster Management Center have issued warnings for drivers travelling on the Kandy-Mahiyanganaya road due to the risk of landslides following heavy rainfall in the mountainous areas of Ududumbara and Hunnasgiriya.

Possible opening of Moragahakanda Reservoir spill gates

18 Dec 2025

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Authorities have warned of the potential opening of the spill gates at the Moragahakanda Reservoir due to rising water levels, following heavy rainfall and inflows from surrounding catchment areas.

Turkish Airlines flight resumes journey after technical issue at BIA

17 Dec 2025

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The Turkish Airlines flight from Colombo to Istanbul, which was forced to return to Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) due to a technical issue with its landing gear, departed again this evening after repairs were completed, Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited said.

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Youth who confronted Namal in Matale surrenders

17 Dec 2025

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A youth who confronted Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organiser and MP Namal Rajapaksa during his visit to disaster-affected residents in Matale yesterday later surrendered after explaining his concerns.

NMRA orders temporary withdrawal of 10 medicines until safety checks completed

17 Dec 2025

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The National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA) has directed local hospitals to temporarily stop using ten medicinal products until their manufacturing processes are verified to meet required standards, NMRA Chairman Dr. Ananda Wijewickrama said.

Turkish airlines flight makes safe landing at BIA

17 Dec 2025

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A Turkish Airlines passenger flight safely landed at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake last night after reporting a landing gear malfunction, airport officials confirmed.

BIA on standby as Turkish Airlines flight reports landing gear issue

16 Dec 2025

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The runway at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake has been readied for an emergency landing after a Turkish Airlines passenger flight reported a landing gear malfunction, airport officials confirmed.

Goods train successfully operates from China Bay to Seeduwa

16 Dec 2025

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A goods train operated successfully from China Bay to Seeduwa today, despite disruptions to rail services on the Eastern Line caused by Cyclone Ditwah, the Railways Department said.

Government pledges continued support for mothers and children

16 Dec 2025

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Even amid challenging circumstances, the government remains committed to investing in mothers and children, Women and Child Affairs Minister Saroja Savithri Paulraj said today.

Special leave granted to public officers affected by “Ditwah” cyclone in November

16 Dec 2025

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The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government has announced the granting of special leave to public officers who were unable to report for duty in November 2025 due to the impacts of the “Ditwah” cyclonic storm.

No term tests for grades 6–10, says Education Ministry

16 Dec 2025

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The Education Ministry has directed all principals and relevant school officials not to conduct term tests for students in grades 6 to 10 for the third term of the 2025 academic year.