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Reservoir levels fall near 50% amid dry spell

Sep 8, 20262 months ago 1 min read

Water levels in reservoirs across Sri Lanka have dropped to around 47.3% of total capacity amid prevailing dry weather, the Irrigation Department said. Major reservoirs…

Sri Lanka Tourism Faces Fresh Pressure as War Drives Up Energy Costs

Sep 8, 20262 months ago 5 min read

Sri Lanka’s tourism sector is facing a more challenging 2026 than initially anticipated, with the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) sharply revising down its…

Family doctor system must not threaten free healthcare

Sep 8, 20262 months ago 3 min read

The proposed introduction of a family doctor system in Sri Lanka should be implemented in a manner that strengthens, rather than undermines, the country’s free…

SDIG Ajith Rohana retires after 38 years of service

Sep 8, 20262 months ago 2 min read

Senior Deputy Inspector General of Police (SDIG) Attorney-at-Law Dr. Ajith Rohana retired today after completing an illustrious 38-year career in Sri Lanka Police. A ceremonial…

India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrives in Sri Lanka

Sep 8, 20262 months ago 2 min read

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrived in Sri Lanka today (08) on a three-day official visit. Accordingly, he is scheduled to remain in Sri Lanka…

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