Watawala in the Nuwara Eliya District recorded the highest rainfall in Sri Lanka over the past 24 hours, receiving 204 mm of rain by 6.00 am on Monday.

Several other locations also recorded more than 100 mm of rainfall, including Norton (187.8 mm), Dolosbage (172.0 mm), Nawalapitiya (153.4 mm), Hatton (148.4 mm), Kitulgala (140.8 mm), Hunugal Oya (137.8 mm), Kotagala (137.0 mm), Nanu Oya (131.6 mm), Wewelwatta (112.4 mm) and Waleboda (101.2 mm).

Authorities said continuous heavy rainfall over the Central Highlands and parts of Ratnapura, Kegalle and Galle districts has caused water levels in several rivers to rise.

The public has also been urged to remain vigilant over the risk of landslides and to follow official warnings issued by relevant authorities. (Newswire)

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Watawala Tea has removed its recently released short film titled “Him, Her and Them” following public criticism that it promoted LGBTQI themes.

In a statement, the company said the film was intended to portray “the everyday emotions of family life and the balance between strength and sensitivity,” but acknowledged that “it has been interpreted in ways we never intended.”

The brand said it regretted any discomfort or concern caused to consumers and announced that the film had been taken down from all its platforms “out of respect for the shared values that unite Sri Lankan families.”

Watawala also thanked those who offered feedback and said it would continue producing stories celebrating “the comfort, kindness, and connection found in every cup of tea.”

The short film had sparked a wave of online criticism from viewers who accused the company of promoting LGBTQI messages under the guise of family values. (Newswire)

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