Pakistan accuses India of delaying humanitarian flight to Sri Lanka
2025-12-02
Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Tuesday accused India of blocking a special relief aircraft carrying humanitarian assistance to SriContinue Reading
Former Minister CB Ratnayake arrested
2025-12-02
Former Minister C. B. Rathnayake has been arrested after appearing before the Bribery Commission to give a statement.
Deadly floods : President Putin writes to President AKD
2025-12-02
Russian President Vladimir Putin has conveyed his condolences to Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake over the loss of livesContinue Reading
Weather today: Rain for several areas
2025-12-02
The Department of Meteorology says afternoon showers are expected in some areas of Sri Lanka today. Accordingly, several spells ofContinue Reading
Kelani River level at Nagalagam Street shows a steady drop
2025-12-02
River level at Nagalagam Street shows a steady drop after reaching 8.50 ft peak yesterday The water level at NagalagamContinue Reading
Duty-Free Mechanism Introduced for Overseas Disaster Relief Donations
2025-12-02
Due to the current disaster situation in the country, various inquiries have been made by foreign countries, organizations, individuals, asContinue Reading
India grants Pakistan overflight clearance for Sri Lanka flood relief supplies
2025-12-02
In a significant humanitarian gesture amid tense bilateral ties, India on Monday granted permission to Pakistani relief aircraft carrying aidContinue Reading
Sri Lanka’s disaster toll climbs to 390 deaths and 352 missing
2025-12-01
As of 6 pm today, authorities confirm 390 deaths and 352 people still missing following the severe floods andContinue Reading
Kelani River level at Nagalagam Street begins to fall after reaching peak
2025-12-01
The water level of the Kelani River at Nagalagam Street, which remained above 8 ft throughout the evening and triggeredContinue Reading
India pledges further aid as PM Modi speaks with President AKD
2025-12-01
India pledges continued support as PM Modi speaks with Sri Lankan President after Cyclone Ditwah Indian Prime Minister Narendra ModiContinue Reading
‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund Established: Committee announced
2025-12-01
Cabinet approval has been granted to establish the ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund, aimed at rebuilding the country following the severeContinue Reading
False Disaster News Will Face Legal Consequences, Police Warn
2025-12-01
Police Media Spokesman ASP F. U. Wootler warned that strict legal action will be taken against individuals who circulate falseContinue Reading
Weather today: Rain expected for several areas after 2 PM
2025-12-01
WEATHER FORECAST FOR 02 DECEMBER 2025 Issued at 2.00 p.m. on 01 December 2025 Several spells of showers will occurContinue Reading
Flood-mitigation mission turns fatal as five Navy personnel die
2025-12-01
Police have confirmed that the five Sri Lanka Navy personnel who went missing during a flood-mitigation operation in the ChundikkulamContinue Reading
Kotmale Dam rumours trigger panic in Gampola; authorities confirm no danger
2025-12-01
Sri Lankan authorities have dismissed widespread rumours claiming the Kotmale Dam had broken, urging the public to remain calm andContinue Reading
Essential Services Commissioner announces sweeping actions to aid affected communities
2025-11-30
Sri Lanka has launched urgent measures to restore essential public services and support disaster-hit communities, the Commissioner-General of Essential ServicesContinue Reading
Kelani River Surges to 8 ft at Nagalagam Street as Flood Risk Intensifies
2025-11-30
Colombo is facing a worsening flood situation as the Kelani River water level at Nagalagam Street climbed to 8.0 feetContinue Reading
SLAF pilot killed after diverting helicopter to save people on Bridge
2025-11-30
Sri Lanka Air Force Wing Commander Nirmal Siyambalapitiya, the pilot of the Bell 212 helicopter that crashed during disaster reliefContinue Reading