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Drifted whale guided back to safety

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A whale that had drifted into the shallow waters of the Ippanthivu area in the Puttalam lagoon, has been safely guided back to deeper waters this afternoon (Aug. 08).

According to the Wildlife Department, the mammal was a 30-ft long Bryde’s Whale and officials believe it had lost its way.

Officials of the Wildlife Department and NARA, assisted by the Sri Lanka Navy, had guided the animal to safety in a painstaking mission.

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Special unit to provide updates on SriLankan flight delays

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Minister Vijitha Herath has made a visit to the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Colombo to look into the complaints received with regards to the delays in SriLankan flights.

During the visit, the minister had visited various sections of the airport while engaging in cordial discussions with the staff.

Minister Herath has emphasized the need to create a special unit representing the airport and SriLankan Airlines at the airport premises to provide passengers with immediate updates on flight delays while operating 24 hours a day and to provide maximum facilities to passengers during the delays.

Also, authorities have been instructed to take measures to minimize these delays.

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DMC sets up special unit to tackle disasters during election

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The Disaster Management Center says that a special program will be in place to manage potential disaster situations during the parliamentary election period. 

This special centre will be operational from tomorrow (Nov. 12) until Nov. 16.

Its Director Pradeep Kodippili says that the Department of Meteorology, Department of Irrigation, National Building Research Organization, triforces as well as the police will be joining forces for this cause.

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MoH warns of scam

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The Ministry of Health (MOH) has warned the public of a scam where a group of fraudsters are soliciting money while posing as ministry officials.

The Ministry has clarified that no official would request funds via calls, messages, or any communication channel.

Noting that legal action has been sought in this regard, the Ministry has urged the public not to fall victim to this scam.

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