Sri Lanka
Worst devastation during Anura Kumara’s presidency – prelate
Sri Lanka witnessed its worst devastation during the present presidency of Anura Kumara Dissanayake, said chief incumbent of Mihintale Rajamaha Vihara Ven. Walawahengunawewe...
Cyclone Ditwah pollutes 143 km of Sri Lanka’s coastline – MEPA
Severe flooding caused by Cyclone Ditwah has polluted 143 kilometres of Sri Lanka’s coastline, the Marine Environment Protection Authority (MEPA) said. MEPA Chairman...
Australia and UNFPA partner to provide relief for women and girls in cyclone-affected areas
Australia has partnered with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) to deliver emergency assistance to women and girls affected by the floods and...
Over 85,000 displaced in 878 safe centres; Complaints emerge over cleanup subsidy
More than 85,000 people remain sheltered in 878 safe centres established across Sri Lanka following last week’s severe flooding and landslides, the National...
Ex-CBSL Governor Cabraal release from Greek bond case
The Colombo High Court ordered the release of former Governor of the Central Bank (CBSL) Ajith Nivard Cabraal from the Greek Bond case....
NPP accused of pressuring officials over disaster relief payments
The Sri Lanka Grama Seva Niladharis’ Association says they are facing political interference in the distribution of disaster compensation. Speaking at a media...
Doctors sound alarm on eye infection threat in cyclone shelters
The College of Ophthalmologists has warned of a heightened risk of eye infections in safe shelters housing people affected by Cyclone Ditwah, urging...
Relief measures urgently needed for educators – CTU
The Ceylon Teachers’ Union (CTU) has called on the government to introduce an urgent relief loan program for teachers and principals affected by...
