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…
Cyclone Ditwah : US Special Envoy speaks to President AKD
US Special Envoy for South and Central Asian Affairs and the Director of the White House Presidential Personnel Office, Sergio Gor, has contacted President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah, which has left hundreds dead and hundreds…
Health Bureau warns of Rat Fever risk from floodwaters
The Health Promotion Bureau of Sri Lanka has warned the public to be vigilant of Leptospirosis (Rat Fever) due to exposure to floodwaters, as a result of adverse weather in Sri Lanka. Issuing a notice, the Bureau outlined the following…
59‑year‑old man shot dead in China Bay
The Police say the individual shot dead in China Bay, Trincomalee, yesterday has been identified as a 59-year-old resident of the 05th KM Post area. According to the Police, two unidentified men on a motorcycle had opened fire at the…
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has conveyed his condolences to Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake over the loss of lives and extensive destruction caused by the recent floods and landslides across the island. In his message, President Putin expressed sorrow…