The report on the recently conducted survey of wild animals responsible for crop damage is scheduled to be released today (April 23).

The survey focused on Toque Macaques, Langur monkeys, Grizzled Giant squirrels and Peacocks.

Preliminary findings estimate around 08 million macaques and 04 million langur monkeys in farmlands and village areas islandwide.

However, the Ministry claims that some farmers had exaggerated numbers of Toque Macaques. 

Therefore, officials had been compelled to do a second round of data collection in areas like Mihintale and Kekirawa for reassessment.

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The Election Commission says that an ‘e-service’ has been made available to assist postal voters in locating their designated voting location and certifying officer.

The Commission noted that the platform also helps users identify candidates contesting the 2025 Local Government (LG) elections, along with their respective groups, parties, and election symbols.

Public officials can access this service by visiting eservices.elections.gov.lk , for detailed information on postal voting.

A tree has fallen near the cemetery roundabout in Borella, damaging 07 vehicles and causing severe traffic congestion, police say.

Efforts are currently underway to remove the fallen tree and restore traffic movement.