355 dead and 366 missing due to severe weather in Sri Lanka
The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) has reported that, as of 9:00 a.m. today, a total of 355 deaths have been confirmed and 366 persons remain missing following the adverse weather conditions affecting the country.
- Security forces assist airline crew in flood-affected areas
- Cyclone “Ditwah” moves away from Sri Lanka; Advisory for fishermen lifted
- Former Minister Chamal Rajapaksa arrives at Bribery Commission
- Vegetable prices surge at Dambulla Economic Centre
- Ella-Wellawaya road reopens for traffic
- Landslide reported in Rambukkana
- Parliament to conclude at 12:30 p.m.; Reconvene on Dec 03
- Gold prices increase by around Rs. 2,000 today
- 355 dead and 366 missing due to severe weather in Sri Lanka
- 06 infants and mothers evacuated from Chilaw to Puttalam by SLAF helicopter
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06 infants and mothers evacuated from Chilaw to Puttalam by SLAF helicopter
Six infants and their mothers, who were receiving treatment at Chilaw Base Hospital, were relocated to Puttalam Base Hospital yesterday (30) due to flooding at the hospital caused by adverse weather conditions affecting the island. MORE..
Gold prices increase by around Rs. 2,000 today
Gold prices in Sri Lanka have risen following a significant increase in the price of gold in the world market. MORE..
Parliament to conclude at 12:30 p.m.; Reconvene on Dec 03
The Speaker of Parliament, Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne, has announced that today’s (01) sitting for the Committee Stage of the budget debates will conclude at 12:30 p.m. MORE..
Landslide reported in Rambukkana
A landslide has occurred in the Gangekumbura area of Rambukkana, Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..
Ella-Wellawaya road reopens for traffic
The Ella-Wellawaya road has been completely reopened for traffic, according to Badulla District Secretary Panduka Sri Prabath Abeywardena. MORE..
Vegetable prices surge at Dambulla Economic Centre
The wholesale prices of vegetables at the Dambulla Dedicated Economic Centre have increased significantly. MORE..
Former Minister Chamal Rajapaksa arrives at Bribery Commission
Former Minister Chamal Rajapaksa has arrived today (01) at the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC), said Ada Derana reporter. MORE..
Cyclone “Ditwah” moves away from Sri Lanka; Advisory for fishermen lifted
The Deep Depression was located near latitude 12.5°N and longitude 80.5°E, about 320 km North-northeast of Kankesanturai, and it is very likely to move northwards, away from the island and weaken further, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Security forces assist airline crew in flood-affected areas
Security forces have provided transportation support to airline crew members in the areas affected by recent floods. MORE..
Landslides removal underway on Hatton–Colombo route; Public urged to remain alert
The removal of landslides that occurred along the Hatton–Colombo main road has already commenced, according to Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) for the Hatton Division, Pradeep Weerasekara. MORE..
PHIU urges caution on drinking water and diseases in flood-affected areas
The Public Health Inspectors’ Union (PHIU) has urged people in flood-affected areas to exercise caution when using drinking water. MORE..
Parliament adjourned for 30 minutes
Parliament commenced today (01) at 9:00 a.m. under the chairmanship of the Speaker of the House, Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne. MORE..
SLAF honors deceased pilot’s heroism in flood rescue mission in Wennappuwa
The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) has issued a special statement regarding the pilot who was killed while engaged in rescue operations for people affected by the adverse weather conditions in near the Lunuwila area, Wennappuwa. MORE..
Nepal announces USD 200,000 in financial aid to flood-hit Sri Lanka
The Nepali government on Sunday announced financial aid of 200,000 U.S. dollars for Sri Lanka to support relief and recovery efforts for people badly affected by recent floods. MORE..
Navy rescues over 300 people following Mavil Aru tank embankment breach
The Sri Lanka Navy is continuing extensive rescue and relief operations in areas affected by flooding caused by the breach of a section of the Mavil Aru tank embankment in Trincomalee on 30 November 2025, following heavy rainfall. MORE..
Gold prices increase by around Rs. 2,000 today
Gold prices in Sri Lanka have risen following a significant increase in the price of gold in the world market. MORE..
Parliament to conclude at 12:30 p.m.; Reconvene on Dec 03
The Speaker of Parliament, Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne, has announced that today’s (01) sitting for the Committee Stage of the budget debates will conclude at 12:30 p.m. MORE..
Landslide reported in Rambukkana
A landslide has occurred in the Gangekumbura area of Rambukkana, Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..
Ella-Wellawaya road reopens for traffic
The Ella-Wellawaya road has been completely reopened for traffic, according to Badulla District Secretary Panduka Sri Prabath Abeywardena. MORE..
Vegetable prices surge at Dambulla Economic Centre
The wholesale prices of vegetables at the Dambulla Dedicated Economic Centre have increased significantly. MORE..
Former Minister Chamal Rajapaksa arrives at Bribery Commission
Former Minister Chamal Rajapaksa has arrived today (01) at the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC), said Ada Derana reporter. MORE..
Cyclone “Ditwah” moves away from Sri Lanka; Advisory for fishermen lifted
The Deep Depression was located near latitude 12.5°N and longitude 80.5°E, about 320 km North-northeast of Kankesanturai, and it is very likely to move northwards, away from the island and weaken further, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Security forces assist airline crew in flood-affected areas
Security forces have provided transportation support to airline crew members in the areas affected by recent floods. MORE..
Landslides removal underway on Hatton–Colombo route; Public urged to remain alert
The removal of landslides that occurred along the Hatton–Colombo main road has already commenced, according to Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) for the Hatton Division, Pradeep Weerasekara. MORE..
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Sri Lanka, having been invited to bat first by Pakistan, posted a total of 114 runs in their allotted 20 overs in the final of the T20I Tri-Series. MORE..
Pakistan win toss, elect to bowl first in T20I tri-series final
Pakistan won the toss and chose to field first against Sri Lanka in the final of the home T20I tri-series at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Saturday. MORE..
Sri Lankan cricketers to donate Pakistan tour earnings to help flood victims
The Sri Lankan cricket team, which is currently participating in a tri-series tournament in Pakistan, has decided to donate tour money and match fees from the series to support those affected floods and landslides in Sri Lanka. MORE..
T20 tri-series: Sri Lanka edge Pakistan in thrilling contest
Sri Lanka have defeated Pakistan in a thrilling contest by six runs to claim the spot in the tri-nation series final on Thursday at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. MORE..
