Samsung unveils first multi-folding phone as competition set to heat up

Samsung Electronics (005930.KS), opens new tab unveiled on Tuesday its first multi-folding smartphone, in a bid to strengthen its position in a sector of the phone market where competition is expected to intensify.

Police urge organised relief as congestion hampers disaster operations

Police have warned that the arrival of numerous relief teams and heavy vehicles is slowing road‑clearing and recovery efforts in disaster‑affected areas.

Official death toll figures due to floods far from accurate: UNP

Official figures of the recent flood disaster are far from being accurate, as some deaths have not been accounted for, a key opposition figure said today.

Donations via DMC to be exempted from tax: Customs DG

Sri Lanka Customs Director General Seevali Arukgoda announced that donations from abroad will be exempted from taxes and released promptly, provided they are sent in coordination with the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) and clearly labelled as disaster relief.

Kelani River water levels receding

The Irrigation Department announced that water levels in the Kelani River are continuing to recede.

Aftermath of floods in Gampaha

Death toll rises to 410, over 500 houses fully destroyed

The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) reported that the death toll from the ongoing disaster situation impacting all 25 districts has risen to 410.

No changes in school reopening date, situation to be reviewed

The Ministry of Education announced that schools are scheduled to reopen on December 16, and that the decision remains unchanged as of now.

C.B. Rathnayake appears before Bribery Commission

Former Minister C.B. Rathnayake appeared before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) today (02)

Army launches special operation to clear main access road to Sri Pada

A special operation is underway to restore the main entrance road leading to the Sri Pada site, after adverse weather conditions caused blockages and disruptions along the route.

Sri Lanka at risk of post-flood disease outbreak

As floodwaters begin to recede across affected areas, health experts are raising alarm over a spike in waterborne diseases, which spread through contaminated water.

Maldives Police donate MVR 2.4M for Sri Lanka cyclone relief

The Maldives Police Service has donated MVR 2.4 million to the “Ceylon Aa Eku Dhivehin” telethon, organised to support Sri Lankan communities affected by the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah.

Over 1.3 million affected by adverse weather across 25 districts

A total of 1,373,899 individuals from 382,651 families across 25 districts have been affected by the ongoing adverse weather conditions, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said.

King Charles ‘deeply saddened’ over ‘terrible’ floods in South and Southeast Asia

In a new statement, King Charles has addressed the “terrible” floods across South and Southeast Asia.

Ad hoc food donations lead to wastage while the needy remain unattended

Several pictures circulating on social media and complaints from locals residing in flood-affected areas reveal that food distributions by independent donors have been conducted in an ad hoc manner, without assessing the situation or determining the exact number of people who require food.

No more cyclonic storm, but rain will continue: Met. Department

Sri Lanka will continue to experience showers this month as the Northeast Monsoon remains activated, an official from the Department of Meteorology said yesterday.

Coast Guard ship Huravee offers disaster relief supportin Sri Lanka

The Maldives National Defense Force (MNDF) Coast Guard ship Huravee has made its first official visit to Sri Lanka, joining the country’s 75th Navy anniversary celebrations and offering readiness to provide humanitarian and disaster relief support amid ongoing floods.

Fallen SLAF pilot posthumously promoted to Group Captain

Wing Commander Nirmal Siyambalapitiya, who lost his life in the recent helicopter crash in Lunuwila, Wennappuwa, has been posthumously promoted to the rank of Group Captain, the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) said.

Flight carrying humanitarian assistance arrives from UAE

A flight carrying humanitarian assistance from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for those affected by the recent disaster situation in Sri Lanka arrived in the country early this morning, President’s Media Division (PMD)said.

Putin extends condolences to Sri Lankan President

Russian President Vladimir Putin has extended his condolences to Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake following the recent floods and landslides that have caused significant loss of life and widespread destruction across the island nation.

Duty free mechanism introduced for overseas disaster relief donations

The Government has introduced a more convenient procedure to expedite the clearance and distribution of all material aid sent to the country, free of all tariffs and charges.

India opens up airspace for Pakistan’s aid flight to cyclone hit Sri Lanka

India has granted rapid clearance for Pakistan’s aid flight carrying relief material to cyclone-hit Sri Lanka, foreign media reported today.

Resettle flood affected people in safe areas: Cardinal

Archbishop of Colombo Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith urged authorities to resettle flood affected people in safe areas which do not go under water.

IPL 2026 Auction: 3 Sri Lankans among top INR 2 Crore picks

Matheesha Pathirana, Maheesh Theekshana, and Wanindu Hasaranga are among 46 players entering the 2026 IPL auction at the maximum base price of INR 2 crore. The long list of 1,355 registered cricketers was shared with franchises on Monday following the November 30 registration deadline.

Ireland name squad for ICC Men’s Under-19 World Cup

Olly Riley will lead the squad as Reuben Wilson is set to make his third appearance in the marquee event.

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Government to import frozen vegetables

The Government has decided to import frozen vegetables that comply with the standards of the Department of Agriculture, Commissioner General of Essential Services B.K. Prabath Chandrakeerthi said today.

Legal action to be taken against traders for selling goods at higher prices

The Commissioner General of Essential Services announced today that legal action will be taken against any business or individual who employs unfair or malicious trading practices by increasing prices, unnecessarily hoarding or concealing consumer goods while taking advantage of the current disaster situation.

Man shot dead in Chinabay

A 59-year-old man was shot dead by two unidentified men who arrived on a motorcycle at the 5th Mile Post in Chinabay, Trincomalee a short while ago.

WHO warning over shortage of obesity jabs

Fewer than one in 10 people who could benefit from obesity jabs like Wegovy are able to get them, warns the World Health Organization as it releases its first guidance on the drugs.