Thailand launches air strikes at Cambodia as border tensions reignite

Thailand has launched air strikes along its disputed border with Cambodia, the Thai military said on Monday, after both countries accused the other of breaching a ceasefire agreement brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump.

Cartographying of endangered areas in 14 districts to commence within a fortnight

Former Head of the Department of Geology of Peradeniya Univeresity Senior Prof. Athula Senaratne said a cartographying of endangered areas in 14 districts would commence within a fortnight.

Laws to curb unauthorised constructions to be strengthened: President

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasised that no room will be given in the future for unauthorised constructions and that laws relating to them will be strengthened.

Possibility of pink eye among flood victims: Health officials

Health authorities have issued a warning to people affected by the recent floods, saying there is a possibility of conjunctivitis—commonly known as pink eye or sore eyes—spreading among those staying in safety centres across the country.

Government in consultation with IMF

The government will carry out its post- disaster economic recovery plan in consultation with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), an official said yesterday.

RDA needs one and half years to reconstruct bridges

The Road Development Authority (RDA ) will need at least one and half years to reconstruct major bridges damaged in the recent disasters triggered by cyclone Ditwah, an official said yesterday.

Underworld hides behind disaster relief

Sri Lanka is witnessing a surge in violent incidents, including shootings, as some individuals appear to be taking advantage of the chaos following Cyclone Ditwah, which caused widespread flooding, landslides, and over 600 deaths across the country.

Shakib Al Hasan reverses retirement, eyes all-formats home series before farewell

Former Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan has withdrawn his retirement from Test and T20I cricket, expressing his desire to represent the national team across all three formats, as per ESPNcricinfo. Shakib, who has been away from international cricket for over a year, announced his retirement from Tests and T20Is last year.

Large stock of spoiled meat sealed at Anuradhapura farm

Approximately 12,000 kilograms of meat stored at a livestock farm in the Anuradhapura District was sealed after authorities found it unfit for human consumption, the Public Health Inspectors’ (PHI) Union said.

Rotten food sneaks into markets after floods

Health authorities are facing a massive challenge in preventing spoiled and unsafe food from reaching markets in the aftermath of the recent extreme weather conditions that caused widespread flooding across Sri Lanka.

New US security strategy aligns with Russia’s vision, Moscow says

Russia has welcomed US President Donald Trump’s new National Security Strategy, calling it ’’largely consistent’’ with Moscow’s vision.

Sea waves washing ashore as white foam in Jaffna, residents alarmed

There was commotion among the residents in the Vadamarachchi coastal area of Jaffna as sea waves lashed the shore forming white foam.

Opposition must be sued for being silent on weather warning: Deputy Minister

Claiming that the opposition had kept mum on the warnings of an impending cyclone for two weeks from November 12 as they claimed, Deputy Minister Mahinda Jayasinghe said today the opposition must be sued for failing to inform the government of the warning of an impending cyclone if they were aware of it from November 12.

Lando Norris wins first F1 world championship title at Abu Dhabi GP

A tearful Lando Norris claimed his maiden Formula One world drivers’ title in Abu Dhabi on Sunday, ending Max Verstappen’s four-year reign.

Expedite disaster relief, rebuilding without saying ’ane please’: Sajith

The government should expedite the disaster relief and rebuilding without saying ’ane please’, Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa said today.

U.S. Air Force team arrives to provide American airlift capability

Two C-130J Super Hercules and Airmen from the U.S. Air Force 36th Contingency Response Group (CRG) arrived to provide American airlift capability in support of Sri Lanka’s Cyclone Ditwah response, a statement from the U. U. embassy said.

Weather-related death toll soars to 627

The death toll from the severe weather conditions that swept across Sri Lanka in recent days has risen to 627, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said.

Police Sergeant injured in accidental firearm discharge

A police sergeant was injured this morning when a firearm accidentally discharged inside the Malabe Police Station. The incident occurred while the officer was checking the firearm.

Myanmar flight carrying disaster relief arrives

A Myanmar Air Force flight (Y8) arrived at the Katunayake Air Force camp last night carrying disaster relief.

Spill gates of seven major reservoirs opened

The Department of Irrigation said that spill gates of seven major reservoirs have been opened due to rising water levels following recent rainfall.

PHIs bust distribution of flood-damaged rice

Public Health Inspectors (PHIs) have uncovered an illegal racket involving the processing and distribution of flood-damaged rice deemed unfit for consumption in the Harispattuwa area of the Kandy District.

Govt to launch cyclone housing damage assessment tomorrow

The Ministry of Housing, Construction, and Water Supply said that the assessment of damage to houses caused by Cyclone Ditwah will begin tomorrow. The process will be carried out by a committee appointed under the Presidential Secretariat and will focus on identifying households eligible for government support.

North-East monsoon strengthens, showers expected

The Department of Meteorology said that the north-east monsoon is gradually establishing over Sri Lanka, bringing increased rainfall to several regions.

Death toll from devastating Indonesia floods passes 900

The death toll in Indonesia from recent flooding has passed 900, with hundreds still missing.

Staff and tourists among 23 killed in Goa nightclub fire, officials say

At least 23 people have been killed in a fire at a popular nightclub in the coastal region of Goa, India, local officials say.

England and Scotland find out World Cup kick-off times

England have been handed World Cup kick-off times which suit UK audiences - but Scotland fans face later finishes during next summer’s tournament.

Hotline introduced for public complaints on essential services

The Office of Commissioner General for Essential Service has introduced the hotline number 1904 to facilitate public complaints related to accessibility of essential services.

Kohli breaks Jayasuriya record, closes in on Sachin’s ODI milestone

Virat Kohli has overtaken Sanath Jayasuriya to claim the second-most Player of the Series awards in ODI history, moving to 12-just three behind Sachin Tendulkar’s all-time record of 15.

Verstappen beats Norris and Piastri to pole

Red Bull’s Max Verstappen beat his McLaren title rivals Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri to pole position with an imposing performance in qualifying for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

Man shot dead in Dehiwala

A 34-year-old resident of Dehiwala was shot dead by an unidentified gunman near the A Quarters Sports Ground a short while ago.