Govt to expedite crop damage claims for farmers
The Agricultural and Agrarian Insurance Board, under the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Lands, and Irrigation, has planned to implement an expedited compensation process as instructed by the subject Minister, for crop damages caused by Cyclone Ditwah and floods that affected…
UNP accuses Govt of failing to activate disaster management plan
The United National Party (UNP) on Tuesday accused the government of failing to activate Sri Lanka’s National Disaster Management Plan during last week’s severe flooding, saying the omission contributed to the scale of devastation reported across the country. In a…
MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN AND DEPUTY CHAIRMAN OF THE COMMONWEALTH ENTERPRISE AND INVESTMENT COUNCIL (CWEIC) IN RESPONSE TO CYCLONE DITWAH
On behalf of the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council, we extend our sincere condolences to the President and people of Sri Lanka for the tragic loss of life and the widespread destruction caused by Cyclone Ditwah. With the death toll…
Fallen Air Force pilot posthumously promoted to Group Captain
Wing Commander Nirmal Siyambalapitiya, the commanding pilot of the Sri Lanka Air Force Bell 212 helicopter, which met with an accident during emergency relief efforts in Lunuwila, has been posthumously promoted. According to the Sri Lanka Air Force, in recognition…
Cyclone Ditwah : Death toll increases to 410 in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka says the death toll from the island-wide disaster has risen to 410 as of 10.00 am today (02 Dec). According to the Disaster Management Centre’s latest update, 336 people remain missing across all 25 districts. (Newswire) The post…
Dollar rate in Sri Lanka today
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated against the US Dollar at commercial banks in Sri Lanka today (02 Dec), compared to Monday. At Seylan Bank, the buying rate of the US Dollar has increased from Rs. 305 to Rs. 305.35,…
Flooded areas: Public warned of electricity and gas hazards
Sri Lanka Police has urged the public to be mindful of their surroundings after the floods. Issuing a notice, the Police called for special attention concerning Electricity and Gas Safety. The public is advised as follows; ︎ Obtain an official…
Cyclone Ditwah : IOM boosts emergency response for Sri Lanka
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) says it is expanding its support to Sri Lanka’s appeal for international aid as the death toll from Cyclone Ditwah has risen to more than 350, with over 360 more reported missing. Issuing a…
Schools & universities : New update from Education Ministry
Deputy Minister of Education Madhura Senevirathna has announced that it has been decided to close all schools on the island until further notice. The Deputy Minister further said that higher education institutions, including universities, will remain closed until December 08….
Special flight arrives from the UAE with relief
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 (02). According to the President’s Office, the consignment includes a range…