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Severe Weather Crisis: Thousands Displaced as Heavy Rains Hit Sri Lanka.

May 24, 2026 at 12:33 PM

Heavy monsoonal rains have impacted over 28,000 people across eight districts in Sri Lanka, causing flooding, landslides, and one confirmed fatality, with authorities issuing urgent safety warnings.

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Severe Weather Crisis: Thousands Displaced as Heavy Rains Hit Sri Lanka
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Severe Weather Impacts Over 31,000 Across Sri Lanka
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Severe Weather Impacts Over 31,000 Across Sri Lanka.

May 24, 2026 at 11:37 AM
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Sri Lanka Boosts Cervical Cancer Screening with Nationwide Equipment Expansion

Sri Lanka Boosts Cervical Cancer Screening with Nationwide Equipment Expansion.

May 24, 2026 at 10:31 AM
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Sri Lanka Braces for Wetter Conditions as South-West Monsoon Settles In
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Sri Lanka Braces for Wetter Conditions as South-West Monsoon Settles In.

May 23, 2026 at 12:22 AM
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Alert Issued: Severe Weather, Rough Seas, and Monsoon Conditions Expected Across Sri Lanka
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May 19, 2026 at 12:29 PM

Alert Issued: Severe Weather, Rough Seas, and Monsoon Conditions Expected Across Sri Lanka.

The Department of Meteorology has issued a weather warning regarding the intensification of the southwest monsoon, resulting in rough seas, high-speed winds, and heavy thundershowers across various parts of the country.

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Sri Lanka Weather Update: Monsoon Rains and Strong Winds Expected Nationwide.

May 19, 2026 at 3:33 AM

The Department of Meteorology has issued a weather warning as the South-West monsoon strengthens, bringing heavy showers, thundershowers, and strong winds to several provinces across Sri Lanka.

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Sri Lanka Weather Update: Monsoon Rains and Strong Winds Expected Nationwide
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Two Arrested in Wanathawilluwa Following Wildlife Crime Raids
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Two Arrested in Wanathawilluwa Following Wildlife Crime Raids.

May 17, 2026 at 8:23 AM
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Government Accelerates Pending Police Promotions and Recruitment Drive
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Government Accelerates Pending Police Promotions and Recruitment Drive.

May 17, 2026 at 4:25 AM
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Sri Lanka on High Alert as Heavy Rains Cause Widespread Reservoir Spilling
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Sri Lanka on High Alert as Heavy Rains Cause Widespread Reservoir Spilling.

May 15, 2026 at 4:15 AM
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Prime Minister Emphasizes Religious Leadership in Fostering National Unity
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May 14, 2026 at 11:54 PM

Prime Minister Emphasizes Religious Leadership in Fostering National Unity.

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya highlights the crucial role of religious leaders in promoting inter-community harmony, following the appointment of a new Chief Sanghanayaka in Anamaduwa.

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Train Services Resume on Puttalam Line Following Flood Recession.

May 14, 2026 at 1:19 PM

The Railway Department has officially confirmed the resumption of train services on the Puttalam line following temporary disruptions caused by severe flooding at Thilladi.

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Train Services Resume on Puttalam Line Following Flood Recession
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Puttalam Receives Over 250mm of Rainfall in 24-Hour Period
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Puttalam Receives Over 250mm of Rainfall in 24-Hour Period.

May 14, 2026 at 5:15 AM
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Sri Lanka Weather Update: Met Department Issues Heavy Rain and Rough Sea Warning.

The Department of Meteorology has issued a weather warning as a low-pressure system northeast of Sri Lanka brings heavy showers and rough seas, with significant rainfall expected across several provinces over the next 36 hours.

May 14, 2026 at 3:42 AM
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Police Launch Investigation into Reckless Bus Driving Incident in Madampe
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Police Launch Investigation into Reckless Bus Driving Incident in Madampe.

May 13, 2026 at 5:17 PM
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Severe Flooding Disrupts Puttalam Railway Operations
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May 13, 2026 at 12:30 PM

Severe Flooding Disrupts Puttalam Railway Operations.

Railway authorities have restricted train services on the Puttalam line to Chilaw following flooding near the Thilladi area caused by recent inclement weather.

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Tragic Motorcycle Collision Claims Life in Horowpathana.

May 2, 2026 at 6:00 AM

A fatal head-on collision between two motorcycles on the Puttalam-Trincomalee road has left one person dead and three others injured.

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Tragic Motorcycle Collision Claims Life in Horowpathana
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Over 300kg of Seized Narcotics Set for Destruction in Puttalam
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Over 300kg of Seized Narcotics Set for Destruction in Puttalam.

April 27, 2026 at 4:43 AM
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Five Individuals Apprehended in Connection to Mattakkuliya Homicide.

Police Special Task Force (STF) officers have arrested five individuals in connection with the abduction, strangulation, and drowning of a person in Mattakkuliya.

April 26, 2026 at 2:33 PM
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Parliamentary Push to Combat Invasive ‘Japan Jabara’ Spreading Across Sri Lankan Waterways
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Parliamentary Push to Combat Invasive ‘Japan Jabara’ Spreading Across Sri Lankan Waterways.

April 17, 2026 at 12:08 AM
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