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Sri Lanka Maintains Current Water Rates Through Mid-2026.

May 19, 2026 at 9:27 AM

The Sri Lankan Cabinet has approved a proposal to freeze water tariffs for the first six months of 2026, as current revenues sufficiently cover operational costs for the National Water Supply and Drainage Board.

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Sri Lanka Maintains Current Water Rates Through Mid-2026

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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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Heavy Rains Bring Financial Respite to Sri Lanka’s Power Sector.

May 14, 2026 at 12:18 AM

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Ceylon Electricity Board Anticipates Major Cost Savings Following Record Rainfall.

Recent heavy rains across Sri Lanka have filled key reservoirs, allowing the Ceylon Electricity Board to shift toward cheaper hydroelectric power and reduce reliance on expensive thermal energy.

May 14, 2026 at 12:11 AM

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Sri Lanka Irrigation Department Opens Sluice Gates Across Major Reservoirs Following Torrential Downpours

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May 12, 2026 at 6:12 AM

Sri Lanka Irrigation Department Opens Sluice Gates Across Major Reservoirs Following Torrential Downpours.

The Irrigation Department has opened spill gates at 16 major and 10 medium-scale reservoirs across Sri Lanka due to heavy rainfall. Residents in downstream areas are advised to exercise extreme caution as discharge rates may fluctuate.

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Government Clarifies Status of Potential Water Tariff Adjustments.

May 11, 2026 at 9:04 AM

Water Supply Minister Susil Ranasinghe has confirmed that no decision has been finalized regarding a water tariff hike for 2026, noting that any potential adjustments will be assessed during the scheduled June review.

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Widespread Reservoir Spills Across Sri Lanka Following Intense Rainfall.

The Irrigation Department reports that 18 reservoirs in Sri Lanka are currently releasing water due to heavy rainfall, urging residents in low-lying areas to remain vigilant.

May 11, 2026 at 5:28 AM

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Key Developments in Sri Lanka: Recent Political and Social Updates.

A roundup of recent key events in Sri Lanka, including the suspension of a Kurunegala Deputy Mayor, the passing of former SriLankan Airlines CEO Kapila Chandrasena, and new government directives on drinking water infrastructure.

May 10, 2026 at 10:01 AM

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Sri Lankan President Prioritizes Urgent Resolution to National Water Crisis.

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has directed relevant officials to expedite projects aimed at solving critical drinking water shortages facing the public across the country.

May 10, 2026 at 8:01 AM

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May 9, 2026 at 4:00 PM

Emergency Water Service Interruption Announced for Kaduwela and Surrounding Regions.

The National Water Supply and Drainage Board has announced a temporary water suspension in Kaduwela and surrounding areas due to a critical breakdown in the main pipeline from Ambathale.

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President Urges Rapid Implementation of National Drinking Water Projects.

May 8, 2026 at 4:51 PM

President has directed officials to accelerate all ongoing development projects aimed at resolving drinking water accessibility issues across the country to provide immediate relief to the public.

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President Urges Rapid Implementation of National Drinking Water Projects

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The Digital Transformation of Water Infrastructure: How AI is Replacing Traditional Leak Detection.

May 4, 2026 at 4:20 AM

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Major Groundwater Discovery Offers Relief to Drought-Stricken Urubokka Residents.

May 1, 2026 at 9:00 AM

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MSF Report Reveals Systematic Weaponization of Water Infrastructure in Gaza.

April 28, 2026 at 10:48 AM

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Weaponizing Water: How Global Conflicts Exacerbate the Escalating Scarcity Crisis

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April 27, 2026 at 1:33 PM

Weaponizing Water: How Global Conflicts Exacerbate the Escalating Scarcity Crisis.

As global conflicts escalate, critical water infrastructure is increasingly becoming a strategic target, threatening millions with 'water bankruptcy'. This analysis explores the dangerous trend of weaponizing essential water services during wartime.

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Critical Water Depletion Reported at Castlereigh and Maussakelle Reservoirs.

April 8, 2026 at 2:15 PM

Persistent dry weather has led to a significant drop in water levels at the Castlereigh and Maussakelle reservoirs, impacting critical hydropower generation in Sri Lanka's central hills.

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Scheduled 12-Hour Water Supply Suspension in Mattegoda Region.

The National Water Supply and Drainage Board has scheduled a 12-hour water supply interruption for Mattegoda and neighboring areas due to dry weather constraints.

April 8, 2026 at 8:05 AM