Rains to be increased from tomorrow; Reservoirs not yet full

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2 years ago

August 31, 2023

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The prevailing rainy weather conditions in south-western part of the country could enhance during September 01,02 and 03, the Department of Meteorology said.

It said rains will occur at times in Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Northwestern Provinces and in Galle and Matara Districts.

Fairly heavy showers of about 75mm are likely at some places in Western and Sabaragamuwa Provinces and in Galle and Matara Districts.

Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in Eastern and Uva Provinces and in Polonnaruwa, Vavuniya and Mullaitivu Districts during the evening or night.

The department requested the people to take precautions to minimise damages caused by temporary localised strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.

Reservoirs not yet full even after the rain

Meanwhile, the Irrigation Department said that the water capacity of the reservoirs has not increased so far despite the rains experienced in some parts of the country.

Water Management Unit Director Sudarshani Vidanapathirana said the water capacity of 73 main reservoirs under the purview of the Irrigation Department is about 800,000 acre-feet.

This is 27% of the water capacity that should be in the reservoirs.

Measures to formulate national road safety plan

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38 minutes ago

April 30, 2025

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A discussion on preparing a national-level road safety plan under the “Clean Sri Lanka” programme was held today (April 30) at the Presidential Secretariat.

The incidence of road accidents in Sri Lanka is on the rise, leading to a growing number of fatalities and injuries.

Recognizing the urgent need to raise public awareness on accident prevention and promote discipline in road use, this national plan is being formulated as a key initiative under the “Clean Sri Lanka” programme.

The programme aims to uplift society by fostering social, environmental and moral consciousness. A central focus is placed on building a disciplined society and responsible citizens.

The discussion was attended by the senior officials representing the Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka, the National Council on Road Safety, the Independent Television Network (ITN), representatives from the Ministry of Health and Mass Media (Social and Ethics Divisions), Dr. Indika Jagoda, Director of the National Hospital (Accident and Emergency Department), Prof. Sivakumar and Prof. H.R. Pasidu from the University of Moratuwa, the Deputy Inspector General of Police (Traffic) and other relevant officials.

(President’s Media Division (PMD)
30. 04.2025

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Fuel prices slashed

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45 minutes ago

April 30, 2025

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The CPC has reduced fuel prices with effect from midnight today (April 30).

The price reductions of a litre of fuel are as follows :
Octane 92 Petrol – reduced by Rs.06 to Rs.293
Octane 95 Petrol – reduced by Rs.20 to Rs.341
Auto Diesel – reduced by Rs.12 to Rs.274
Super Diesel – reduced by Rs. 06 to Rs.325
Kerosene – reduced by Rs.05 to 178

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Laugfs Gas says no price revision in May

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47 minutes ago

April 30, 2025

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Laugfs Gas PLC, one of the two largest liquefied petroleum (LP) gas suppliers in the country, announced that the company will not revise domestic LP gas prices for the month of May 2025.

This was communicated by the Cluster Director/CEO of Laugfs Gas PLC, Dr. Niroshan J Peiris.