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Devotees from other parts of the country have been requested to refrain from attending religious observances to be held in view of Unduvap Full Moon Poya Day in Anuradhapura tomorrow (04).The Chief Prelate of the Atamasthana, the Most Venerable Pallegama Hemarathana Thero made this request considering the prevailing adverse weather conditions affecting Sri Lanka.The Venerable Thero conveyed this message during a media briefing held in Anuradhapura.Unduvap Full Moon Poya holds special significance for the people of Sri Lanka, particularly in Anuradhapura. Observances on this day are centered around the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, commemorating Arahant Theri Sanghamitta and the planting…

A total of 156 out of 343 water pumping stations across the country suffered partial or complete damage due to the prevailing adverse weather conditions in Sri Lanka, the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has confirmed.The Chairman of the NWSDB, Chandana Bandara stated that 126 of the damaged stations have already been restored.He added that around 30 additional pumping stations are currently undergoing repairs.Bandara further noted that the Meewathura water pumping station is expected to be operational within the day.He added that commissioning this station would allow for water supply to Pilimathalawa and Geli Oya.The Chairman also confirmed…

The death toll due to the adverse weather conditions experienced in the country in the past few days has climbed to 474, the Disaster Management Center (DMC) has confirmed.The highest number of deaths have been reported from the Kandy District, accounting for 118.The DMC also confirmed that at least 356 individuals remain missing as search and relief operations continue across multiple districts.

Renovation of the main Nayaru bridge in Mullaitivu, which was completely destroyed by recent floods, has commenced with the assistance of Sri Lanka Army personnel.The Mullaitivu Disaster Management Center stated yesterday (02) that the main Nayaru Bridge in Mullaitivu had been completely destroyed due to flooding.The DMC further noted that, as a result of the bridge collapse, all transportation from Mullaitivu to Weli Oya, from Mullaitivu to Trincomalee and from Mullaitivu to Kokkilai had been completely disrupted.

A humanitarian relief shipment from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) arrived in Sri Lanka today (02) to support communities severely affected by the recent disaster.The UAE Air Force C-17 Globemaster aircraft carrying emergency supplies landed this afternoon, marking a significant gesture of international assistance, the President’s Media Division said.The consignment was officially handed over by Dr. Hamood Al Afari, Head of the Emirati Relief Team and it was received by Dr. Anil Jayantha – Minister of Labour and Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning, Anura Karunathilake – Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation and Janitha Ruwan Kodithuwakku – Deputy Minister…

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is scheduled to chair an emergency Cabinet meeting this afternoon (03).The meeting is scheduled to be held at 5:00 p.m. at the Presidential Secretariat, the Director General of the Department of Government Information announced.

The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to award the procurement for the supply of 380,000 (+/- 20%) metric tons of Liquid Petroleum (LP) Gas for the twelve-month period commencing in January 2026 to Geo Gas Trading S.A.The decision has been taken based on recommendations of the High-Level Standing Procurement Committee and the Procurement Appeal Board regarding the evaluated bids.Technological and Financial Bids were called to supply L.P. gas for the Litro Gas Lanka Company for the year 2026 under the double cover procedure as per the provisions of the Procurement Guideline – 2024. Accordingly, five bidders submitted their bids, and…

The government and the opposition Members of Parliament observed a minute of silence today (03) to honor those who lost their lives due to adverse weather conditions experienced in the country in recent days.The one-minute silence was observed at the request made by the Chief Opposition Whip Parliamentarian Gayantha Karunathilleka.At least 465 persons have died while 366 individuals remain missing thus far owing to recent landslides, floods and strong winds.Over 1.5 million people in 25 countries have been affected by adverse weather conditions.

Apple CEO Tim Cook has announced that the company will make donations to relief and rebuilding efforts across several Asian countries including in Sri Lanka that were hit by floods, landslides and strong winds in recent days.The Apple CEO noted storms across Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia and Sri Lanka have devastated communities and thoughts are with those affected.Devastating rainfall across several Asian countries has reportedly killed more than 1,300 people and affected millions.Accordingly, Apple has pledged to help with relief efforts with an unspecified amount that will go towards relief and building efforts.Here is Cook’s announcement, made earlier today on X:Apple…

The road from Kaduwela to Battaramulla, which had been closed due to the recent flood situation, has been reopened for public transportation.The Police Media Division confirmed the development.Due to the heavy rainfall experienced in recent days, the Kaduwela town was completely submerged.Meanwhile, the Athurugiriya entrance, which was also flooded due to the adverse weather conditions, was reopened yesterday (02).Accordingly, travel through that entrance is now possible once again, police added.