#Sri Lanka
CTU demands clarity over conflicting figures on cyclone-affected schoolchildren
Secretary of the Ceylon Teachers’ Union (CTU) Joseph Stalin has raised concerns over significant discrepancies in government and United Nations assessments of how...
SLFP talks end in deadlock as dispute over key posts persists
A high-level meeting of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) aimed at resolving the party’s internal power struggle ended without agreement this week,...
Disaster relief applications need recommendation by Praja Shakthi committees
Applications for disaster relief assistance should be submitted to the respective divisional secretary on recommendation by the Praja Shakthi committee and on approval...
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...
Future SJB Govt will not oppose President’s relief measures – Marikkar
A future Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) government would not take action against President Anura Kumara Dissanayake over any financial assistance he has extended...
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...
